Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch was born in London on July 19, 1976, to a couple of accomplished actors in their own right, Wanda Ventham and Timothy Carlton. A chip off the old block, Benedict followed in his parents' footsteps after studying theater at the University of Manchester and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
The versatile thespian's impressive list of credits includes outings as Stephen Hawking in Hawking, as William Pitt in Amazing Grace, and as Vincent Van Gogh in Van Gogh: Painted With Words. He also appeared in Atonement, The Other Boleyn Girl, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, The Hobbit and War Horse.
This year alone, he's starred in The Fifth Estate, 12 Years A Slave, August: Osage County, Star Trek Into Darkness and The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug. And on television, he reprised his title role in the PBS Masterpiece series Sherlock Holmes.
Here, he talks about life, career and his latest film, The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug, where he does double-duty as the voice of both Smaug and the Necromancer.
Hi Benedict, I'm honored to have this opportunity to speak with you.
That's alright, Kam. I appreciate your taking the time.
I loved both of your performances in this film.
I told my readers I'd be interviewing you, so I'll be mixing their questions in with my own.
Kevin Williams says: Congratulations on being the "It" actor of 2013. How does it feel to be one of the hottest actors out there?
It's fantastic! I'm very wary though, wanting to build a career based on longevity. My eyes on the prize is doing this for the next 40-odd years, I guess, judging by McKellen's [Hobbit co-star Sir Ian McKellen] standards. He's a man in his early 70s still giving extraordinary, sensational, entertaining, inventive and energized performances.
So, I'm thrilled that it's been such a great couple of years for me, but I've been working professionally for over a decade now. Yes, I'm trying to enjoy this moment, but at the same time, I'm sort of focused on my long-term goal of carving out a career that's for life, rather than being a flash in the pan. And I think the projects I've been picking have given me a good grounding for that.
I know Kevin's question is very benign. Honestly, it's very satisfying, and I'm very, very happy about how successful the last few years have been. It's a lovely reward for the hard work and faith put into me very early in my career. It's great for the people who supported me early on to see the success I'm enjoying now. It feels like there's a lot of goodwill behind the support from them.
This is an odd profession, and sometimes people get jealous, but I haven't really experienced any of that. Everyone's been really happy for me, which is really, really great.
Kate Newell says: I feel a lot of pressure to be freakishly astute, since you're so brilliant, especially as Sherlock Holmes. Your characters are always the smartest person in the room. Would you ever take a part that's all about brawn?
Hell yeah! I absolutely would, Kate. Over the summer, I did a short film called Little Favour, which I think you can still find on iTunes. In it, I play a character called Wallace, who's smart but he's not the smartest. He gets taken over by circumstances and there's quite a bit of brawn going on in that. And there was both brawn and brain in Khan [the character he played in Star Trek into Darkness].
But, yeah, I love the idea of playing something stupid or romantic. I'm not the smartest man in the room. I listen, and I learn, and I observe, but I'm always playing characters with intellects profoundly superior to mine. That's great fun, even though it's as much a fantasy for me as for the people watching me. (Chuckles) Sherlock's extraordinarily intelligent; I'm lazy and ignorant by comparison. I like mixing it up, and I'd love to do some more brawn, so I'm all up for that, Kate.
Irene Smalls was wondering whether you like the "motion capture" style of acting you employed in The Hobbit. Does playing Smaug and the Necromancer give you more freedom and artistic license, or less?
It's really thrilling! We started both characterizations with motion capture physical work in the theater space they call the volume, where all your motions are picked up on these sensors from the reflectors on this weird, rather embarrassing gray jumpsuit you wear. I loved it!
The first time I stepped off the volume, I felt like a complete nob [British slang word, short for nobleman, meaning one has social status]. Everyone fussed over me, offering me coffee or juice. They treated me like a colleague who'd just arrived at the office, ignoring the fact that I was wearing a gray onesie with dots on it, had my face painted like an aborigine, and had a headset on with a camera in front of my eyes.
Once I got over feeling so self-conscious, thanks to their treating me normally, I had so much fun. I felt like a kid. It's really freeing. You have no marks to worry about, and very few technical restrictions, especially for something that's so bound in technology. You don't have to worry about your hair, makeup, continuity, or even other actors. There's no one you're affecting other than your own performance. If you get a line wrong, you go straight back and start again. So, you really can use your imagination and do whatever you want.
It's really kind of like playing and being a kid again. It's wonderful! And they gave me this great tool in the final session, a device which lowers your voice by a couple of octaves, which means you can color it, tone it, and pitch it with more detail. That was great fun to play with.
How familiar were you with The Hobbit before signing on to do the trilogy?
My dad read it to me originally when I was young. So, it was the first imaginary landscape I ever had in my head from the written word. It gave me a passion for reading, thanks to my dad's performance of the book. My memory of his performance was a jumping off point for my portrayals. Even the cerebral characters I play seem to have physical quirks. They're all "physically inhabited," for lack off a better expression.
For instance, Sherlock Holmes has very particular physical gestures which are drawn out in such detail. Conan Doyle [Sherlock Holmes author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle] is amazing in the way he has Watson describe Sherlock's posture, mood swings, his hand gestures, and so forth in the novels.
Who would have ever guessed that someone was going to come along and eclipse Basil Rathbone in the role?
Oh, thanks, but I wouldn't go that far. I don't think anyone's going to eclipse Basil or Jeremy Brett, for that matter. I get away with it because it's a modern era version. I think the criticism might be harder, if we were set in the Victorian era. What I think is beautiful about ours is that it's done with such love and reverence for the original stories. So, it's new, but like an old friend at the same time.
True. I was very impressed with how richly you developed your role as Stephen Hawking, despite his being confined to a wheelchair and having very limited mobility.
Thanks. That was a very physical performance, about a man besieged by neuromuscular disease in his early 20s. Even in cerebral roles that are seemingly intelligent and nothing else, I think it's so important to wrap your characterization in a physical form as well.
Kevin also says: You were outstanding playing Julian Assange in The Fifth Estate and really brought him to life for the audience.
I really appreciate the compliment, Kevin.
How did you prepare to play a person who is very much alive and in the public eye?
It was tricky. There's a huge amount of footage of Julian online, but he's usually in presentation or defending mode, talking about his cause or the revelations which Wikileaks have brought about. There's none of Assange relaxing or in private mode. There's none of the personality I tried to give him behind closed doors. That made it very hard. And obviously he didn't want me to have access to him in preparing for the role, because he felt the film was going to be damaging to his cause. I think it's been anything but, but there you go.
So, I had to imagine myself into certain aspects of his character for our version of events. That involved extrapolating based on clues in his biography, his public persona, photographs, and other accounts of him by people who encountered him during that extraordinary period from 2007 to 2010 that we charted in the film. So, it involved a lot of research but, sadly, no contact with the man himself.
Patricia Turnier says: I thought you were great in The Fifth Estate. What is your assessment of Julian Assange?
That would be difficult for me, because I genuinely don't know him well. To authenticate an opinion, I really would have to meet him. I know that might sound perverse because I played him but, honestly, I don't think it would be fair for me to judge the man. I realize that makes me a bit of a hypocrite because I was portraying him a certain way, but we were always open to the fact that this was an interpretation, not any kind of exact evidence of who the man was.
So, my assessment of him is a professional one, really, of what he's managed to achieve, and the idea that he came up with, which set the world alight and continues to inspire others like Snowden [NSA leaker Edward Snowden], about the secret goings-on that are done in our name with our tax dollars on behalf of big business or politics. He launched the revolutionary idea that citizens can start to claim back a paradigm for questioning power structures and those in authority through an anonymous, whistle-blowing website. That's a very powerful social tool.
He came up with the idea. He came up with the algorithms to protect sources. It's begun a fascinating revolution in how we deal with data and revelations and structures. From that point of view, he has my utmost admiration, even though I'm yet to meet the guy. I understand from those who adore him, he has a great sense of humor, which rarely gets an airing because he's dealing with such serious issues. I know he's a man of fierce determination, and now living under the strain of house arrest in the Ecuadorean embassy as a "political exile," as he calls himself.
I'd love to meet Julian, and time permitting, and his will permitting, I'm sure it will happen at some point. Even though he's been very critical of the film, he's been very polite about me and my work, and I feel the same way about him. I am also full of admiration for Chelsea Manning [formerly PFC Bradley Manning]. Regardless of which side of the argument you're on, he stood up for something he felt wasn't right. That was an extraordinarily brave thing to do, and I think he was unfairly punished for it. It's a really big deal what he did, and he did it for the betterment of all us, including the soldiers on the ground, as well as the civilians caught up in those conflicts.
Patricia also says: I enjoyed your work in 12 Years A Slave. What does Solomon Northup's story mean to you?
It means a great deal to me, because even though it's from an earlier time, let's face it: It's not about a very distant past. There are still huge inequalities. There's still nearly the same amount of slavery, if not more, in the world today, as there was at the height of the slave trade.
As for Solomon, a free man with a family who was dragged away from his domestic environment and had his freedom taken away from him, that terrifying story of his barbaric treatment is a universal one which is a warning to all of us. The story serves as a metaphor for the fear of having your family taken away, and for being abused in such a horrific way. I lost it a lot of times watching that film, particularly when seeing the grace of the man when he finally makes it back home aged, changed, forever brutalized, and yet he apologizes to his family for his long absence. That was such a profoundly moving moment capturing the triumph of dignity over the disgraceful behavior of those involved in the slave trade.
Patricia would like to know what movie projects your company, SunnyMarch, has in the works.
Well, Patricia, we're very busy at the moment, but we're working on it. We're sort of amalgamating material and options right now. I'm very excited about all the offers and interest and support pouring in through crowdfunding, and about having a lovely gap coming up when I'll finally be able to sit down with books and scripts and talk to my partners about how we take the company forward. That's a long-winded way of saying, "We don't know yet," but we're working on it. You'll know about it when it happens. We'd like to go in a lot of different directions.
The Harriet Pakula-Teweles question: With so many classic films being redone, is there a remake you'd like to star in?
That's a good question, Harriet. Boy, something with Bogie in it! I'd love to do a noir. The Big Sleep. Or Casblanca! Why not? You can't remake Casablanca. Maybe The Great Escape. I think Steve McQueen is so cool. But a classic film is a classic film, and perhaps the fantasy of being those characters should be left alone. You're treading on very thin ice.
The Troy Johnson question: What was the last book you read?
The middle of the series of five Patrick Melrose novels by Edward St. Aubyn.
A really lovely super fruit and chicken salad.
The same person I saw the last time I looked, only a lit bit older and a little bit wiser, too, hopefully.
I have to say Spencer Hart, because they've been so supportive of me. They've got a Rat Pack, Old World, sort of Hollywood glamour about them but with an English twist. You just can't get smarter than a Spencer Hart suit in London.
Having said that, I've very much enjoyed the Alexander McQueen, which I've worn in the past, and Dolce & Gabbana, which I wore last night. They're better known. I think if I'm going to give a shout out to anyone, I think it should be to Spencer Hart.
Falling off a swing and cracking my head at about four or five in my grands' [grandparents'] garden in Brighton. I can recall seeing the horizon tip, and then feeling this thudding pain in the back of my head. Wait, I have even earlier memories of clouds whisking by while sitting in the pushchair on the roof of my parents' flat. I loved it! I just loved staring at the clouds and dreaming away.
Thanks again for the time, Benedict, and best of luck with all your endeavors.
Bless you, Kam. Bye now.
The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug is in theaters now. For more information, go to thehobbit.com.


Now just before we get onto these easy ways to eat more vegetables, let's have a quick look at some of the most common vegetables, and what actually counts as a serving size according to the UK government guidelines. FYI: a few scraps of lettuce in your burger don't count!
You'll be pleased to know that there's a nice easy rule of thumb to go by. That is: across the board, an adult sized portion of vegetables is equal to roughly 80g.
Ok, but what does 80g actually look like on the chopping board?
Now onto the easy ways to eat more vegetables. But first – be sure to approach these tips with an open mind. They may sound strange or unusual now, but with time, integrating them into your routine will begin to feel like second nature.
1. Grate some carrot or courgette into porridge for carrot cake oats/zoats.
Hey! I see you judging. No judging. You can't taste the vegetables at all, and they add a ton of volume to your oats. This means that you have a bigger portion size without a ton of extra calories. Want to eat more food, without those pesky consequences around your middle? Then this is the tip for you.
2. Make vegetables the star of the show.
On days when I feel like I haven't eaten enough vegetables and I want something quick and easy to put together, I'll simply steam or roast a ton of different vegetables. Then I'll combine them with some beans or lentils, drizzle with some tahini and a bit of hot sauce, and finish off with a sprinkling of nutritional yeast. This is DELICIOUS and a great way to pack in more than half of your daily vegetable count. Alternatively, something like a big, easy vegetable curry would be a great way to sneak in a lot of vegetables. Try my Thai Coconut Curry with Courgetti and Rainbow Veg for starters.
3. Snack on hummus and veggie sticks.
This might sound boring, but once you have a colourful plate of sliced veggies in front of you and a big creamy pot of hummus, you won't be able to stop.
4. Experiment with a new seasonal vegetable each week.
Most of us get into a routine of rotating the same few vegetables in our meals, but variety is important. Variety ensures that we are accessing the full spectrum of wonderful vitamins, minerals and antioxidants found in different vegetables. If you've never tried pumpkin, why not try it next week? Not only will you be supporting your nutritional status by creating variety in your diet, you'll also prevent meal times from becoming boring.
5. Pop some frozen spinach, lettuce and cucumber into your usual fruit smoothie.
You can start off small to begin with so as not to bring about a drastic shock to your tastebuds. From here, you can gradually build up the ratio of vegetables to fruit as you get used to the change in flavour.
6. Make a low sugar compote to top your porridge.
Ok, now I'm cheating a little here as this tip relates to fruit and not vegetables. Simply grab some apples or berries (fresh or frozen) and stew in a couple of tablespoons of water and a dash of maple syrup. Once the compote is reduced down, you can either eat it as is, or stir through some chia seeds to make into a healthy jam. Yum!
7. Swap out grains for vegetables.
Mix up your meals by swapping out your favourite pasta for a spiralised vegetable, like butternut squash or courgette. Swap regular rice for cauliflower rice. Let's be honest: these are no substitute for the real thing – and you most certainly don't need to give them up completely! Just try reducing them in favour of some veggies every so often, or mixing half of the original and half of the substitute together, e.g. half courgetti (spiralised courgette) and half wholewheat, brown rice or buckwheat spaghetti.
8. Make a veggie pizza base.
Did you know that you can make a pizza base from broccoli or cauliflower? Depending on the recipe you use, such bases can vary in their similarity to the "real thing". Either way, they're a great way to get creative and try something a bit different. If you haven't tried veggie pizza bases yet, you're missing out.
9. Make a stir fry.
Stir fries are a fantastic way of sneaking lots of vegetables into one meal and experimenting with vegetables you may not have otherwise thought to put together. They are also a great way to use up vegetables nearing their use by date. Just be mindful to not over fry, and always use a high smoke point oil, like coconut oil or avocado oil.
Do you have any sneaky and easy ways to eat more vegetables?
Great post Molly! Inspiring me to eat more veg, the information on 'a serving' is useful information. Something I love doing roasting what ever veg I happen to have in the fridge. I like roasting things that I haven't roasted before. It's really straight easy to do as you prepare and pop them in the oven and set a timer to take them out. We then have them for dinner and lunch the following day.


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What is ANSI?
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is an organization that works to set new standards for a wide variety of businesses and industries. Their goal is to not only improve the American quality of life for consumers and employees, but also to create products that are competitive with other companies and manufacturers around the world. ANSI was established in 1918 and created the first American Standard Safety Code in 1921.
In the early days, ANSI was mostly concerned with preventing workplace accidents. In fact, their first major accomplishment was advocating for new practices that would protect worker's eyes and heads in factory settings. As technology continue to expand and more homes became equipped with appliances, ANSI expanded their vision to address the growing safety concerns facing consumers.
By the 1980s, ANSI once again underwent a major evolution as businesses began to understand the need for international standards in order to appeal to foreign markets. As trade continued to expand and become more global, ANSI began working more closely with counterpart organizations including the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) .
Today, ANSI is committed to making sure that all products, that are part of a global supply chain, provide American consumers with safe products that are also energy efficient and environmentally friendly. ANSI continues to expand and evolve as technology, manufacturing and global markets change. This allows workers and consumers to know that they are being actively protected against hazards at work and at home.
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What is BIFMA?
The Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) is another organization that works to develop safety and performance standards for businesses in order to drive innovation and collaboration. While ANSI covers a wide range of industries, including office furniture, BIFMA is exclusively dedicated to the commercial furniture industry.
BIFMA was founded in 1973 as a non-profit trade organization that focuses on educating consumers, monitoring the implementation of national codes, advocating for sustainable products and practices and forecasting market trends. Their efforts have continued to push the industry and make a positive impact on the global furniture market.
Are ANSI and BIFMA Government Organizations?
You might be surprised to learn that both ANSI and BIFMA are non-profit organizations that set voluntary standards. Furniture manufacturers are not required to meet the standards set forth by these organizations, but it is ultimately in their best interest to become a member of these organizations and work with them to help the industry progress.
While ANSI and BIFMA are not under the direct supervision of the government, they do work closely with various departments to share knowledge and collaborate on setting new standards. The U.S. government and these voluntary organizations enjoy a mutually beneficial relationship in large part because they share common goals that include consumer protection. This collaborative environment also allows for the free flow of information between different organizations, which is a driving force behind innovation.
How Does a Product Receive a ANSI/BIFMA Rating?
In order to for a piece of office or commercial furniture to receive a ANSI and BIFMA rating, it is put through a rigorous set of tests that have been specially designed and developed by experts. These tests are meant to measure safety, performance and sustainability. Each piece of furniture, manufacturing facility and company must meet a strict set of standards before it can receive a ANSI or BIFMA rating.
Office furniture is awarded points in four categories that include: materials, energy and atmosphere, human and ecosystem health and social responsibility. Based on the number of points awarded, BIFMA offers three levels of rating:
Level 1: The first tier of certified performance
Level 2: Certifies that additional levels of performance have been achieved
Level 3: The highest level that can be awarded
How Do I know if a Product Has Earned a ANSI/BIFMA Rating?
Companies work hard to meet ANSI and BIFMA ratings, so you will find that the fact that they have received a rating is prominently advertised. This information should be available on the product's website and on any packaging materials. Look for the ANSI and BIFMA logos on any office furniture that you are considering purchasing. If you aren't sure about what rating the products you are looking at have earned, be sure to ask a salesperson or representative.
Why Should I Care about ANSI and BIFMA Ratings?
Keep in mind that membership in these organizations and undergoing testing in order to earn a rating is totally voluntary. While there are certainly plenty of laws and regulations that govern different industries, the highest standards are set by these types of trade organizations. When you purchase a piece of office furniture that has received a ANSI and BIFMA rating, you know that you are investing in a safe and sustainable product that meets strict standards for performance.
As a business owner or manager, you are responsible for creating a safe and healthy work environment. ANSI and BIFMA rated office furniture helps you meet these goals by providing options that do not release toxins into the air and are designed to prevent injuries. Ultimately, a safe office means better productivity and fewer absences due to illness.
In addition, you will know that the manufacturing facility meets certain standards for safety, which means that the workers are adequately protected and the company is known for supporting industry best practices. Not only will you be getting the absolute best products on the market, you will be participating in ethical and conscientious consumerism.
With so many options on the market, the best way to narrow down your choices is to look for the ANSI and BIFMA logos. This provides you with a clear indication of a certain level of quality right from the start. From there, you can begin to look at other specific features and still know that without having to worry about whether you are investing in a safe product that has been tested. As mentioned above, if you are ever unsure whether a product is ANSI/BIFMA rated, don't hesitate to ask. Doing a little research will be well worth the effort.
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Hungary refuses to enter into any compromise that would hamper the country's security, government office chief János Lázár said at his weekly news conference. Hungary will not allow anyone to cross its border unchecked, Lázár said, insisting that the country must protect its right to decide who it wants to allow in.
In response to a question about plans for a new reception centre in Kiskunhalas, in southern Hungary, Lázár said the government had not yet come to a decision, but all plans would be discussed with the town's leaders. He said recent government measures, such as the 8km "deep border control" and the transfer of migrants to a transit zone, would reduce migration pressure on Hungary and there would not be any need for a new reception centre. "The government is on the side of closing it down," he said.
Meanwhile, asked to comment on the possibility of a Hunxit after Brexit, János Lázár said he could only underline his personal view that he could not "wholeheartedly" support Hungary remaining in the EU. He said he was pessimistic about the possibility of renewing the current EU institutional system and he said Europe should not be confused with the European Commission or the European Union.
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Oligomenorrhea
It is well known that menstrual bleeding (period) occurs approximately every 28 days (± 4 days). Although some variations can be normal, menstrual bleeding at intervals of greater than 35-36 days may indicate oligomenorrhea — abnormally infrequent menstrual bleeding characterized by three to six menstrual cycles per year.
In most cases late periods start from puberty but it may develop suddenly or it may follow a period of gradually lengthening cycles. Sometimes late periods could transform into secondary amenorrhea (secondary absence of period).
Very often in puberty (beginning of the menstrual cycle) and after 50 (end of menstrual cycles) females can have irregular periods (late periods). It is normal and is usually the result of imperfect coordination between the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland, and the ovaries (all hormones). Very rare for no apparent reason, some women menstruate (with ovulation occurring) on a regular schedule as infrequently as once every two months. For these mentioned groups of women late periods can be considered temporary and/or normal.
As late (delayed) periods are commonly associated with anovulation, it's common in infertile, early postmenarchal, and perimenopausal women. This sign usually reflects abnormalities of the hormones that govern normal endometrial function.
Concerned about oligomenorrhea
Oligomenorrhea symptoms
menstrual periods at intervals of more than 35-36 days;
unusually light menstrual flow;
irregular menstrual periods with unpredictable flow – only 4 to 9 periods in the whole year;
difficulty conceiving – infertility
Young women whose oligomenorrhea is associated with the female athlete triad may have such other symptoms of the triad as frequent stress fractures, particularly in the bones of the hips, spine, or lower legs; abnormal eating patterns or extremely restrictive diets; and abnormal heart rhythms or low blood pressure.
Oligomenorrhea causes
Oligomenorrhea can be a symptom of several medical conditions and main causes of oligomenorrhea include the following:
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS);
Puberty;
Female Athlete Triad;
Adrenal hyperplasia;
Eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia nervosa);
Hypothyroidism;
Thyrotoxicosis;
Hyperprolactinemia (prolactin-secreting pituitary tumor);
Stress;
Peri-menopause;
Chronic illnesses and drug abuse.
Women suffering from late periods could develop the following complications:
Infertility,
Osteoporosis,
Cardiovascular diseases,
Uterine cancer.
As oligomenorrhea can be a symptom of several health conditions and diseases, the treatment should be done according to the main cause of oligomenorrhea.
Puberty and Pre-menopause – Menopausal women and teenagers usually do not require any treatment.
Increased physical activities – Athletes suffering from oligomenorrhea (due to intense training and steroids) are recommended to have a balanced diet rich in nutrients.
Birth control pills – Pills are well known as a method for regulating menstrual dysfunctions. Birth control pills are also prescribed to correct the hormonal imbalance during oligomenorrhea.
PCOS – Treatments during PCOS mainly include hormonal drugs or injections which could regulate menstrual cycle and stimulate normal ovulation.
Eating disorders – Oligomenorrhea developed because of eating disorder is usually treated by psychotherapy and medical treatment. If woman is overweight then she is advised to reduce weight to normal according to BMI.
Hyperprolactinemia and Tumors – If the cause of oligo-menorrhea is a tumor then it could be treated by bromocroptine or tumor could be surgically removed.
Risk groups
Women with Female Athlete Triad.
Professional ballet dancers, sportsmen/gymnasts, and ice skaters;
Models and weight addicted teenagers;
Women with hormonal dysfunctions;
Stressful professions or stressful life;
Women with chronic diseases;
Women using drugs.
Oligo-menorrhea is preventable only in women whose low body fat to weight ratio is keeping them from maintaining a regular menstrual cycle. Adequate nutrition and less vigorous training schedules for female athletes will normally prevent oligomenorrhea. When oligo-menorrhea is caused by hormonal factors, however, it is not preventable, but is usually treatable.
What is oligomenorrhea?
Oligomenorrhea is medical terminology for late irregular menstrual periods – when menstruation occurring at greater than 35 day cycles (once every 35 days or longer). In most cases oligomenorrhea caused…
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PRUE—Compared to their mega church counterparts, smaller-in-attendance churches do not always grab the attention they often deserve. That could be doubly said for rural, smaller-in-attendance churches like Prue, First.
Situated near Keystone Lake in Osage County, Prue, First ministers in a town of about 500 people. Averaging 75 people on Sunday, this body of believers is making an impact for the Kingdom of God.
"We have a good cross section of ages in our church family," said Garry McDevitt, who has pastored the congregation for the last 14 years.
Pointing to the basics of Sunday School, prayer, missions projects and more, McDevitt gives God the glory for any good things the church has done.
"Vacation Bible School this year was particularly a great experience," said the pastor, who is a husband and father of two daughters. His wife, Lila Anne, helped run the VBS, during which several children professed faith in Christ.
The church offers a blended service on Sunday morning, with both hymns and contemporary songs.
Music is led by Jim Clark, a county commissioner in the area. Assisting him in musical worship is a young man named Zac Cunningham, who also helps lead the youth group service on Wednesdays, which draws a large group from the community.
McDevitt, who has an identical twin brother, is now preaching through a series on Creation, emphasizing the miracle of God's handiwork.
"Teams of scientists are only beginning to scratch the surface of what our Intelligent Designer has made," he said.
For Prue, First, plans are underway for a new campus that would allow its Sunday School classes more space to grow.
Members of the church also are taking part in the 6426 Project, a Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma initiative which emphasizes praying for the 6,426 unreached people groups throughout the world.
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12 Recommended Japanese Power Spots
Posted by hasmik on Jun 22, 2015 in Japan, Tourism
There are power spots all around the world, but did you know that a lot of them are in Japan? In Japan, many power spots are places where Japanese gods came down to earth. Furthermore, naturally created sacred places as well as shrines and temples are also known as power spots. Here are 12 power spots that you can visit on your trip to Japan.
1. Hakone – Kuzuryu Shrine
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There are Kuzuryu shrines all throughout Japan but the one in Hakone is the most famous. They hold a Tsukinami-sai festival every month on the 13th because it's said that the dragon god comes to earth then and you can receive his power. They also have miracle-working water that's embued in power.
Motohakone Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa
2. Kyoto – Mount Kurama
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It's always been said that tengu goblins live on Mt. Kurama, a famous strong powerful spot in Kyoto. There's a legend that says that 6,500,000 years ago the devil king came to this spot and encased a demon in a cedar tree. If you go to the legendary spot, you'll feel a mysterious air floating around.
Kurama-san, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
3. Samukawa – Samukawa Shrine
This is a shrine in Kanagawa, a prefecture near Tokyo, but it's a shrine that's said to have more than 1500 years of history. Samugawa Shrine is the only shrine in Japan for the guardian deity Happoyoke, a god that will protect you from every catastrophe. When you go to pray, it's important not to say "onegai" ('I request') but "chikai" ('I vow').
Miyayama Samukawa-machi, Koza-gun, Kanagawa
4. Tanabe – Kumano
The area in Kumano where there are three shrines are called Kumano Sanzan, and it's recorded as a UNESCO Heritage Site. Between the 133 meter long waterfall that flows by the shrines and the huge torii gate called Ooyunohara, just the visual of the scenery is overwhelming.
1100 Hongucho Hongu Tanabe, Wakayama
5. Izumo – Izumo Taisha
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Izumo Taisha is famous for being a power spot that helps in creating marriages. It's said to be a good place not just for romantic relationships but also for other kinds of relationships. Kind and healing gods are deified here so thousands of people visit yearly. The huge shimenawa rope is a must-see!
Taishacho Kizukihigashi Izumo-shi, Shimane
6. Miyazaki – Takachiho
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Takachiho, in Miyazaki, Kyushu, is a power spot registered as a natural monument. There's a legend that says that this is where a god came down to earth. It's famous first and foremost for the beauty of the waterfall. You can get close to the waterfalls by boat so it's a recommended sightseeing spot.
Oshioi Mitai Takachiho-cho, Nishiusuki-gun, Miyazaki
7. Ise – Ise Jingu
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Ise Jingu has been revered as a power spot since ancient times. It's considered the holiest place in Japan. There are 5500 hectares of forest surrounding the shrine so it's full of a sacred atmosphere. How about checking out Ise Jingu, the shrine known as one of the places you should go before you die since the Edo period?
Ujitachicho Ise-shi, Mie
8. Kumamoto – Mt. Aso
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Mt. Aso is a mountain famous for being the world's largest caldera, but it's also a power spot. On this huge amount of land, it makes your stress fly away before you even notice. You can also enjoy the different season changes beautifully here.
Mt. Aso, Kurokawa, Aso, Kumamoto
9. Nagano – Bungui Pass
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Bungui Pass is a famous power spot known for having nothing. The fact that it has no pluses or minuses is the reason why it feels so sohting. Many people visit it because it's a place that makes people happy.
Ina-shi, Nagano
10. Shimokita- Mt. Osore
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Mt. Osore is a place that's a little different from normal power spots. The desolate scenery has an overwhelming feeling of being similar to the underworld. It's said that if you go here, you'll feel like you've died once so when you leave you'll feel as though you were reborn. It's perfect for people who are hesitating through life!
Mt. Osore, Ohatamachi Mutsu-shi, Aomori
11. Yakushima
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Yakushima's main charm is how overflowing with nature it is. On the island there are cedar trees said to be 3000-4000 years old. Standing in front of that history will make you speechless. Thanks to the greenery and the purifying water, it's become a popular power spot.
Yakushima Island, Kagoshima
12. Nikko – Toshogu Shrine
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Nikko Toshogu Shrine is a power spot that's also a UNESCO World Heritage spot. The shrine was built on earth that swells with energy and it's said that it raises the fortune of anyone who visits there. This is also where Tokugawa Ieyasu is enshrined, so it would be good to pray holding the image of the surroundings in mind.
Sannai Nikko-shi, Tochigi
Did you find anywhere on this list of Japanese power spots that you'd like to visit? Borrow the power of nature to make your life happier or more fulfilling!
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Rape awareness at North Monterey County High School
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness month and Central Coast colleges and high schools are displaying teal flags to represent victims who were sexually assaulted in Monterey County last year.There were 90 reported cases of rape in Monterey County in 2012, and it's estimated that number only represents about a third of actual sexual assaults because the majority are never reported. To raise awareness about sexual assault in our community and to let survivors know about services and counseling, eight schools are participating in the "time to stop rape" flag displays.On Tuesday, students at North Monterey County High placed 120 teal flags on campus -- that number represents the 120 people who are raped within a 12-hour period in the United States.The flags also included the 90 reported rapes cases in Monterey County last year.The flag display was coordinated by the Monterey County Rape Crisis Center and a school club called My Life, which was started at Marina High School five years ago. MyLife is now at four other schools, and has about 100 members.
CASTROVILLE, Calif. —
April is Sexual Assault Awareness month and Central Coast colleges and high schools are displaying teal flags to represent victims who were sexually assaulted in Monterey County last year.
There were 90 reported cases of rape in Monterey County in 2012, and it's estimated that number only represents about a third of actual sexual assaults because the majority are never reported.
To raise awareness about sexual assault in our community and to let survivors know about services and counseling, eight schools are participating in the "time to stop rape" flag displays.
On Tuesday, students at North Monterey County High placed 120 teal flags on campus -- that number represents the 120 people who are raped within a 12-hour period in the United States.
The flags also included the 90 reported rapes cases in Monterey County last year.
The flag display was coordinated by the Monterey County Rape Crisis Center and a school club called My Life, which was started at Marina High School five years ago. MyLife is now at four other schools, and has about 100 members.


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Michael John Ring (ur. 24 grudnia 1953 w Westport) – irlandzki polityk, Teachta Dála, w latach 2017–2020 minister.

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W młodości uprawiał piłkę nożną, grał w zespole Westport United. Kształcił się w Westport Vocational School, pracował w zawodzie licytatora. Zaangażował się w działalność polityczną w ramach Fine Gael. Był radnym dzielnicowym (1979–2003) oraz radnym hrabstwa Mayo (1991–2003).

W wyborach uzupełniających w 1994 po raz pierwszy wybrany do Dáil Éireann. Do niższej izby irlandzkiego parlamentu z powodzeniem ubiegał się o reelekcję w 1997, 2002, 2007, 2011, 2016 i 2020. Od marca 2011 był ministrem stanu (poza składem rządu) w gabinetach Endy Kenny'ego. W czerwcu 2017 nowy premier Leo Varadkar awansował go do rangi ministra odpowiedzialnego za sprawy wspólnot i obszarów wiejskich. Stanowisko to zajmował do czerwca 2020.

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## Installation

See [installation](/doc/INSTALL.md).
The package is called `libelektra5-extra`.

## Validation options

The following representation standards of dates and times are currently supported and can be use by setting `check/date` to:

- `POSIX`

  see `STRPTIME(3)` for more information. A valid format has to be specified in `check/date/format`

- `ISO8601`

  see [ISO8601](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISO_8601). Possible format strings specified in `check/date/format`, default: `datetime complete+truncated`:

  - Dates/Time:

    - Date:

      - `calendardate`
        calendar dates: day of month - month - year.

      - `weekdate`
        calendar week and day numbers, e.g. YYYY-Www-D

      - `ordinaldate`
        year + day of the year

      - `date`
        `calendardate`, `weekdate`, and `ordinaldate` combined

    - Time:

      - `timeofday`
        24-hour timekeeyping system

      - `utc`
        coordinates universal time. either by appending a time-zone designator or the time difference to `UTC` to `timeofday`

    - Combined:
      `datetime`
      combination of Dates and Time according to th ISO8601 specification.

  - Representation:
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    - `complete`
      complete representation, dates are separated by hyphens, times by colon, e.g. YYYY-MM-DD or hh:mm:ss

    - `reduced`
      reduced precision, e.g. YYYY-MM, or hh

    - `truncated`
      truncated representation, hyphens used to indicate omitted components, e.g. --MM-DD or --ss

    - `complete+reduced+truncated`
      allow all 3 representations

    - `complete+reduced`
      allow only `complete` + `reduced` representation

    - `complete+truncated`
      allow only `complete` + `truncated` representation

    - `reduced+truncated`
      allow only `reduced` + `truncated` representation.

  - Format:
    if no format is specified both `basic` and `extended` are treated as valid.

    - `basic`
      no separating character between individual components of a `date`, `time` or `datetime` expression.

    - `extended`
      separating characters between components. `date` components separated by hyphen, `time` components by colon.

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## Dependencies

POSIX.1-2001

## Examples

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Express packaging management can reduce over 200 million disposable pp woven bags every year
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Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, July 11 (Reporter Zhao Wenjun) How much waste can be reduced by implementing express green packaging management? According to preliminary estimates, the number of disposable pp woven bags can be reduced by approximately 207 million per year. This is what the reporter learned from the regular press conference of the State Post Bureau on the 11th.
"By the end of this year, the utilization rate of express electronic waybills will reach 95%, more than 50% of e-commerce shipments will no longer be repackaged, the utilization rate of circulating transfer bags will reach 70%, and packaging waste recycling devices will be installed at 10,000 postal express delivery outlets. Said Feng Lihu, director of the Market Supervision Department of the State Post Bureau.
Feng Lihu introduced that in accordance with the "green, reduction and recyclable" target principle, the green package management of express delivery has been steadily promoted, and it has achieved initial results. In terms of green packaging, the company has developed degradable packaging bags, bio-based material packaging bags, tapeless cartons, etc. In the promotion of packaging reduction, promote the use of electronic face sheets and reduce the use of tape. In terms of promoting packaging recycling, a number of new packaging supplies such as recyclable transfer bags, recyclable and shared courier boxes are being accelerated.
According to the calculation of the State Post Bureau, in terms of packaging, express and e-commerce accounted for 33% and 67% respectively; in plastic bags, express and e-commerce accounted for 44% and 56%; in terms of tape, express and e-commerce They accounted for 62% and 38%, respectively. Feng Lihu said that at present, the mechanism of collaborative management of packaging by e-commerce and express delivery companies is not yet perfect, and packaging from e-commerce accounts for a relatively high proportion. The realization of green packaging requires the participation of upstream and downstream enterprises in the industry chain.
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Who Owns Their Web Name?
by Sanjay Soni on December 14, 2016
You might think that you would have the right to stop your name being used in a web address without your consent. But you'd be wrong. Sanjay Soni, a solicitor specialising in commercial matters at Kidd Rapinet's Slough office, comments: "In a surprising decision, Nominet, the organisation that polices web domains, refused to stop an ex-wife using her former husband's new name in a web address."
In the case in question, the man, Stephen Mitchell, remarried and with his new partner adopted the highly distinctive name Mr and Mrs Hvidbo-Mitchell. The former Mrs Mitchell (now Mrs Croxford) promptly registered hvidbo-mitchell.co.uk, causing much alleged anxiety and distress to the couple and their family by using the website as a forum for hate and obsessive criticism of the ex-husband. Mrs Hvidbo-Mitchell petitioned Nominet to have the domain name transferred to her and to stop Mrs Croxford using it. Sanjay Soni comments: "Although Nominet has in the past ruled in favour of celebrities, that is because they have registered their names as trademarks. In this instance, even though the name Hvidbo-Mitchell is unique in the entire world, Nominet has ruled there is no free-standing right of personality, i.e. Mr and Mrs Hvidbo-Mitchell don't own their own name and Mrs Croxford cannot be stopped from using it."
If you feel you would like to know more, call Sanjay Soni at Kidd Rapinet on 01753 532541 for further information.
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Over the year to early 2015, the U.S. Census Bureau published data from the 2012 Census of Governments and I tabulated it, putting together databases, and publishing posts. As a result this page now contains a full, detailed overview of state and local government revenues, expenditures, debt, employment and payroll, all adjusted to be comparable across the country, for New York City, every other part of New York State and New Jersey, and comparable states and areas elsewhere. The data is not only for FY 2012, but also for FY 2002, FY 1992, and other past years. In 2016 and 2017 I updated the analysis with state level data for FY 2014, compared with FY 2004, two economically comparable years, using the less geographically detailed data collected between Census of Governments years.
The posts include analysis and charts, but even more information is available in the spreadsheets linked below.
This is essential background for anyone who works in, thinks about, or writes about state and local government in metropolitan New York. I made a huge effort, on my own time, to make the information available, and ask that people reward my effort by using it. There is no reason why anyone should know less than I do about state and local government.
The genesis of the spreadsheets below, and my role in tabulating them, dates back to a constitutional requirement. Back in 1989 New York City got a new constitution, which is to say a new City Charter. One of its stipulations was for the New York City Department of City Planning, where I had recently started working as a junior regional economist, to produce a series of charter-mandated documents – the Mayor's Strategic Policy Statement and the City Planning Commission's Planning and Zoning Report every four years, and the Annual Report on Social Indicators, every year. I was tasked with writing sections of these reports, notably the economics sections.
I was told that the purpose of the Annual Report on Social Indicators was for the City Council, newly endowed by the new Charter with budget powers that had previously been vested with the Board of Estimate, to receive information it could use as background for its budget deliberations. While searching the local Census Bureau library for data to include, I came upon the series produced by the Bureau's governments division on the employment, payroll, revenues, expenditures and debts of state and local governments in the U.S. I started using the data in the report, and over the years became something of an expert on it, even contacting the Bureau with data problems when I found them. Most of the Census Bureau employees I corresponded with over the years have, by now, retired.
As I began to crunch and publish the numbers, comparing New York City first with the U.S. average and then with the rest of the state and other places, I was surprised few other people had. Moreover, when the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid created a Medicaid "datamart" to allow analyses of Medicaid spending by state, it required registration. I found I was the first person from New York State to have registered. No one else was interested.
Although I am no longer paid to compile this data, I have continued to do so since leaving City Planning in 2001, because I think it is important. Without place to place comparisons, one is always comparing this year's spending and taxes with last year's spending and taxes, for New York City and State in isolation. That's a comparison with an ideology – that the winners and losers in New York's governmental priorities should be fixed in place forever. Comparisons with other places, and with the national average, provide an alternative viewpoint. Just because it's the national average does not make it right, because different places have different needs and characteristics. But large differences, in either direction, should be explained and justified rather than just continued by the divine right of those who come out ahead.
How much should people concern themselves with this data, and with the New York State legislators and New York City council members who pass the budgets that have decided what the data show? Consider this. In FY 2010, the money New York City local governments (including the Port Authority and New York City Transit) directly spent equaled 20.8% of all of the personal income earned by all New York City residents. Of that amount, the equivalent of 12.8% of the income of city residents was extracted directly from city residents and others spending time here in taxes, fees, fines and other revenues, with the equivalent of 8.0% coming from the federal government and the State of New York (with some of the state money originating with the federal government). The State of New York exercises indirect control over the entire 20.8% of everyone's income that is spent by the city and other local governments, and also directly spends the equivalent of 12.8% of the income of state residents. Taken together, New York City's state and local governments spent the equivalent of about one-third of everything New York City residents earn. On public services and benefits that are, or can be, absolutely essential, but which neither the city and state nor those who work for it have any contractual obligation to provide with any quality.
One of my first post-government efforts was a graphical comparison, with spreadsheet attachments, put up by New York University's Taub Urban Research Center in 2001. It was taken off that site after several years (though it is probably still on the internet somewhere), and was written about in this New York Times article.
The series of posts over the past year are, taken together, a more detailed equivalent of that effort nearly 15 years ago, complete with charts to summarize the more detailed information in spreadsheet tables. My data and posts here on Saying the Unsaid in New York are reference materials, not short term news, and are usable for a long period after they have been posted. On this page, therefore, the latest spreadsheets and links to those posts will remain in place, available to all, until they are replaced by new ones.
The spreadsheets and links, organized by data source, are below.
I begin with the finance data from the most recent Census of Governments, in 2012. My first post, including an explanation of where the data comes from and how it was compiled, is located here.
Here is the spreadsheet with adjusted data for all local governments within counties combined based on the "County Area" file, for the U.S., NYC, the Downstate Suburbs (Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland, Putman), the Upstate Urban Counties (Albany, Broome, Dutchess, Erie, Monroe, Niagara, Oneida, Onondaga, Orange, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady), the rest of NY State, New Jersey, and Fairfield County. Along with every county in both New York and New Jersey, and selected other states and counties around the U.S.
The "panes" are frozen so one can move across the rows to different areas while keeping the U.S. average and the row titles to the left. The downloaded data is below the data per $1,000 of area residents' personal income. You'll see there are more date items on the bottom than I chose to include in the output tables at the top. But anyone could, if they wished, add a row and divide the data for an additional specific item by personal income, then copy and paste the formula across all the rows for comparison.
Here is a smaller spreadsheet set up to print (though I can't guarantee what your spreadsheet program with do with it), with local government data for NYC, aggregated other regions of NY State, the U.S., NJ and Fairfield County CT alone, and without the source data.
The next spreadsheet includes detailed local government revenue and expenditure data for every state in the country, from the Census Bureau's "statetypepu.txt" file, tabulated the same way, with all state government transit and public school spending included as local government. And state government revenue and expenditure data from that same file tabulated for every state as well (note the two tabs on the bottom – state and local).
In the state government worksheet, major spending categories generally carried out directly by state governments are in bold, and taxpayer and employee pension contributions for state and local pensions combined are expressed as a percentage of wages and salaries.
For comparisons with the past, these two spreadsheets provide local government data for the county areas for 1992 and 2002.
And for an easier comparison, this spreadsheet has local government revenue and expenditure data for FY 1992, 2002 and 2012 for the U.S. total, NYC, other regions of NY State, New Jersey and Fairfield County. It is also set up to print.
Here is a spreadsheet of state government revenues and expenditures for 1992, 2002 and 2012 for the U.S. as a whole, New York State, New Jersey, and selected other states.
The posts on individual subjects such as state and local taxes or infrastructure spending included reorganized spreadsheets with data for every state in the country, every county in New York State and New Jersey, and selected counties elsewhere. Often these spreadsheets include several tables and the charts used in the associated posts, which can be viewed by clicking on the tabs at the bottom. The posts can be read, starting with taxes, by clicking the link to the next one at the bottom.
A large, 1.6 MB spreadsheet with debt, pension, payroll, interest, and capital construction data for all 50 states over 40 years, plus NYC and the rest of NY State separately, is here.
In addition to the Census of Governments every five years, the Census Bureau produces estimates of state and local revenues, expenditures and debt for the U.S. and the states (almost) every year. Using "individual" unit data for New York City local government in the rest of New York State can be estimated for subtraction. Here is the introductory post with the data for the most recent year, FY 2014 with a comparison with FY 2004.
Here is a spreadsheet with state and local government revenue and expenditure tables for all 50 states, with New York City and the Rest of New York State separately for local government.
Additional posts using that data follow (links forward are at the end of the post), on taxes, other revenues, an overview of expenditure, education, health care and assistance to the needy, the uniformed services, infrastructure, parks and libraries, and bureaucracy. Each has a spreadsheet with a table of FY 2014 data on the subject for all 50 states, along with all the charts in the post.
The Census of Governments also includes an employment phase, with data on state and local government employment and payroll. Here is the background on how I tabulated it, and the spreadsheets for 1992, 2002, 2012, and 2007.
My analysis of the latest data took a graphic form on this site in April 2014. The first post in the series was this one.
Subsequent posts examine different types of public employment separately, starting with the public schools.
As in the case of state and local government finance, the Census Bureau publishes annual estimates of state and local government employment. Since the government often provides public services by contracting with businesses or non-profits, my tabulation of the data also includes related private employment. The most recent data is from March 2014, and I tabulated it with a comparison with March 2002 — the start and end of the administration of former Mayor Mike Bloomberg in New York. The first post in the series, with background on how I tabulate the annual state and local government employment and payroll data, is here.
And one can follow along my analysis of that data, complete with charts, but linking to the next one at the bottom of each. The spreadsheet with the data as downloaded, tables and charts, is here.
Separately from its main data series, the Census Bureau also compiles specific data on elementary and secondary education in great detail. Helpfully, this data includes the number of students for the calculation of per student revenues and expenditures, includes the pension contributions and fringe benefits of education workers in total expenditures, and provides detailed data on spending on different education services, such as instructional, administration, school buses, custodians, etc. In the most recent year, I analyzed data for FY 2012, FY 2002, and FY 1992. Background on how I tabulate the data, and the spreadsheet for those years and comparisons between them, are below.
My analysis of this data, with charts, began with this post.
This data is updated annually. The latest data for FY 2016 was compiled here.
I compared the most recent year with FY 1996. My analysis is here.
While public employee pensions are covered in the finance phase of the Census of Governments and related annual datasets, they are also covered by a separate Census Bureau tabulation on public pension funds alone. A link to a post with background on and an analysis of this data, and a spreadsheet with state-level data for FY 2012, FY 2002, and FY 1993 follows.
I have also compiled a detailed database with all the information the U.S. Census Bureau has collected on currently active public employee pension funds in New York State and New Jersey, including those of New York City, from 1957 to the present. A spreadsheet with the latest version of that database may be found here.
The first in a series of posts using the data to analyze the individual pension funds is linked below.
Data is available from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid on Medicaid expenditures and beneficiaries by state. The most recent year for which data was available was 2011. I downloaded one spreadsheet on Medicaid spending and beneficiaries by type of service.
And one file on Medicaid spending and beneficiaries by age group.
The first post discussing this data is here.
It explains where the data came from and how it was compiled. Two additional post followed, based on the two spreadsheets.
As of mid-2016, the data has not been updated for some time.
Metro New York transit agencies are compared with those elsewhere. A spreadsheet with tables of 2015 data for major transit agencies around the country is here.
A spreadsheet with 1991 to 2015 data for metro New York transit agencies used to make charts is here.
Finally, while most of my expertise is in comparative state and local finance, I have done a compilation of the federal budget for each of the past three federal elections. The data includes revenues and expenditures by category, and debts, as a share of GDP each year for decades.
And the first post in the series is here.
A separate spreadsheet shows all U.S. debts – federal, state, local, business, household, financial – over the years. Recently, I've been analyzing this data each year. The spreadsheet is here.
And the most recent analysis of debt and our economy is here.
Strange that I'm being cited on Al Jazzera, of all places. Then again, WordPress tells me that some of those who read my posts are from outside the U.S. Why I don't know. I guess everyone is interested in NYC.
I have read your comment on the connection between debt and inequality on the Al Jazeera blog. Since I cannot comment there, I wish to share a few thoughts here. It has always been the principal and overriding task of CEO's to maximize profit. The ongoing technological revolution, which began in the early 1970's, has enabled reduction in labor costs through automation and outsourcing. As the resulting wage squeeze hit workers, credit growth was needed to supplement flagging wage-based demand for goods and services. The Federal Reserve and Treasury not only drove interest rates to zero to keep our economy afloat, they also looked the other way when increasingly riskier credit was being created by people like Countrywide. When the bottom fell out in 2007/8, the Federal Reserve, who is not permitted to create capital, swapped $10 trillion of treasury notes for an equivalent amount of toxic mortgage assets at face value.
Since 1972, payrolls as a percentage of GDP have dropped from 52% to 42% due to technological advances. It is clear that this is not sustainable and that the next collapse could be much worse than 2008 and may not be able to be contained by drastic Federal Reserve action. On the other hand, such an event may be necessary, as it was in 1933, for those in power to come to their senses and realize that all will lose unless we make a fundamental change in our political/economic system. In its simplest form, such a change would take the form of a constitutional amendment that ensures that US workers receive at least the 50% of GDP that was the case during our healthiest economic growth period from 1950 to 1972. For more details, see http://www.middlerising.org.


A true gem of the Western Cape coastline, Gordons's Bay is the perfect Cape Town destination for a beach breakaway or amazing getaway. Gordon's Bay is all about slowing down, skipping the crowds and spending quality time soaking up all the beach bliss and cool laid-back vibes it has to offer! Located about an hour outside of the bustling city of Cape Town, it will feel like you've escaped to a whole new world without really leaving the city at all. This therefore also makes it the perfect place for a quick weekend away with friend and family.
This cool coastal town is a real Western Cape gem, positioned along the vibrant False Bay coastline and nestled at the foot of the spectacular Hottentots Holland Mountains, Gordon's Bay is every bit as beautiful as it is charming and charismatic! It truly offers its visitors the very best of everything, you can therefore expect an incredible world-class beach boasting a laid-back, chilled-out vibe, combined with all the amazing amenities and cool coastal charm a small sea-side town has to offer. And not to mention the mountain range views, something truly spectacular! Going exploring is therefore highly recommended and promises to leave you stunned and inspired all at once.
Magical sunsets + beach bliss = one incredible beachy-getaway destination!
Known as one of the best kept secrets in the Western Cape, Gordon's Bay is what every beach dream vacation destination is made of! Boasting some of the most magnificent sunsets in Cape Town and beautiful beach spots, this Western Cape wonder encourages you to sit back, relax and soak up all the chill vibes and stunning sights it has to offer. The famous blue-flag Bikini Beach, that lies tucked against the Gordon's Bay old harbour wall thereby sheltering it perfectly from the Cape Town southerly winds, is perfect for swimming, sun-bathing, sand-castle-building and salty-haired family fun and invites everyone to enjoy a slice of that cool Gordon's Bay beach life. The stunning stretch of milkwood trees that line the beach also makes it perfect for picnics and lazy afternoon shaded chill sessions.
It has EVERYTHING you need – Amazing restaurants, quirky cafes & charming street-lined shops!
While Gordon's Bay can certainly appear to be a sleepy sea-side town, don't you dare underestimate this charismatic Cape Town gem, it's jam-packed with far more than what meets the eye. Home to a variety of fantastic dining spots and eateries, boasting some seriously good food, Gordon's Bay is definitely one of the Mother City's hidden culinary gems. Besides great restaurants, cool coffee shops and quirky café's, the streets of Gordon's Bay is also filled with tons of quirky craft and book shops and hidden gems you certainly won't find anywhere else. This makes exploring the streets of this cool coastal town quite the adventure!
Gordon's Bay is any ADVENTURE-lover's paradise!
Gordon's Bay definitely is any adventure enthusiast's dream come true, and even if you're not a trill-seeking adventure lover at heart you might just be tempted to join in on all the fun anyway! Besides being the mecca for ocean and water sports like surfing, kayaking, power boating, paddle skiing and wind surfing, it's scenic surroundings, mountainous backdrops and prime location makes it the perfect destination for so much more! Besides incredible hiking and walking trials, there are tons of incredible adventure spots just outside of Gordon's Bay. Besides being located close to Stony Point Nature Reserve in Betty's Bay, home to a large colony of magnificent African Penguins, Gordon's Bay is also just a stone throw away from adventure meccas like the infamous Crystal Pools hiking trials and natural rock pools as well as the beautiful Kogel Bay Beach. The scenic Clarens Drive joining Gordon's Bay to Rooi Els is also one of the most scenic coastal routes in the world and well worth the drive. A Gordon's Bay getaway therefore means tons of exploring and adventure-filled discoveries, each one just as incredible as the next!
BEST fish & chips in the world!
Gordon's Bay is without a doubt home to some of the most delicious fish and chips spots, not only in the Western Cape, but the world! Yes, that might be a big claim, but we guarantee you will be a true Gordon's Bay fish and chips believer once you taste it for the first time! Wrapped in newspaper and sufficiently coated with all the sensational salt and vinegar goodness you'd expect from local Cape Town harbour front fish and chips, Gordon's Bay is all that and so much more, so you better know you're in for something spectacular!
Gordon's Bay is one Western Cape getaway destination that truly has something for everyone, and the fact that it's located just around the corner from Cape Town means you don't even need to travel too far to enjoy everything it has to offer! Scenery, spectacular sights, beaches, bars, restaurants and thrilling adventures can all be yours by making the Western Cape gem of Gordon's Bay your next Cape Town getaway destination. What are you waiting for? It's the perfect time for some Gordon's Bay exploring!
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On the interior of a car door, the door-lock actuator is the mechanism that controls the door lock. The actuator is located directly below the key latch. A thin metal rod goes between the actuator and the key latch and connects the two.
A second thin metal rod connects the key latch to the knob that sticks out of the top of the inside of the door (the knob that goes up and down to indicate whether or not the door is locked).
When the actuator is in operation, it moves the door locking latch either up or down (either via a supply of power for power door locks, or manual force from manual locks). When the latch is in the "unlocked" position, the door handle on the outside of the car is directly connected to the opening mechanism. This allows the door to be opened and closed at will. When the door locking latch is in the "locked" position, the door handle on the outside of the car is disconnected from the opening mechanism, which disables a person on the outside of the car to open and close the door without a key.


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ACP were initially approached by Longcross Construction Ltd in December 2011 and subsequently by S P Fallon civil Engineering Ltd to design and supply precast concrete retaining walls and ground beams. ACP's contract was to design, supply & install a retaining wall to the site boundary as part of the enabling works for the site. Although it is the first time ACP & Fallon's have worked together both have previously worked on many new supermarket developments. ACP made use of their new 280mm thick prestressed concrete panels to form retaining walls up to 4.1m in height. ACP fully installed 92 vertical cantilever panels or 111m of retaining walls in only 8 days.
The new Sainsbury's store will create up to 250 new and part time jobs for the area and will be only Whitby's second supermarket.


NEW HAVEN, Conn. - The Ivy League released its list of student-athletes selected for 2016-17 Academic All-Ivy honors in its winter sports today. Ten Bulldogs were recognized. They were starters or key reserves on an officially recognized varsity team with 3.0 or better cumulative grade point averages.
Honorable mention All-Ivy selection; second in the Ivy League in field goal percentage and third in rebounding; named to CoSIDA Academic District 1 first team; helped Bulldogs reach the championship game of the Inaugural Ivy League Men's Basketball Tournament.
First-team All-Ivy as part of 200, 400, 800 freestyle and 400 medley relays at the Ivy League Championships; second team All-Ivy in 50 freestyle.