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Pat Whelan, the former Chief Financial Officer of Anglo Irish Bank, arrives at the Circuit Criminal Court in Dublin this morning. Photograph: Niall Carson/PA.
The trial of three former Anglo Irish Bank directors has begun with the jury hearing that the accused are alleged to have known about an illegal scheme to fund the buying of shares in the bank.
Former chairman Seán FitzPatrick and former directors William McAteer and Pat Whelan are accused of providing unlawful financial assistance to members of businessman Seán Quinn's family and the so called "Maple Ten", a trusted group of Anglo borrowers, for the purchase of shares in Anglo.
The prosecution say the lending was to allow these 16 investors to buy Anglo shares thereby creating the public perception of stability in the bank's share price. They say a total of €160 million was illegally loaned to Seán Quinn's wife and five children while €450 million was illegally loaned to the Maple Ten.
It is the state's case that Mr Whelan was "very much involved" in the scheme while Mr McAteer was less involved but fully aware of what was happening. The prosecution allege that Mr FitzPatrick, as chairman of the board, was told about the lending, that he permitted it to happen and did nothing to stop it.
Mr FitzPatrick and Mr Whelan admit that the money was loaned for the purpose of buying shares in the bank. Counsel for Mr Whelan, Brendan Grehan SC said the lending was "in the ordinary course of business" and that both the Irish and UK financial regulators had agreed to it.
The three men have been charged with 16 counts of providing unlawful financial assistance to 16 individuals to buy shares in the bank. Each charge relates to a specific person, who allegedly received loans between July 10th and July 30th, 2008.
Mr Whelan also faces seven charges of being privy to the fraudulent alteration of loan facility letters to seven individuals.
Mr FitzPatrick (65) of Greystones, Co Wicklow, Mr McAteer (63) of Rathgar, Dublin and Pat Whelan (51) of Malahide, Dublin have pleaded not guilty to all charges.
During his opening address to the jury, prosecuting counsel Paul O'Higgins SC gave a history of Anglo Irish Bank describing how Mr FitzPatrick became chief executive in 1986. He also mentioned its swift growth during the 1990s and 2000s and the appointment of David Drumm as chief executive in 2004, when Mr FitzPatrick moved to the chairman role.
He said that in 2007 senior staff at the bank became aware that businessman Seán Quinn controlled around 25 per cent of the bank through "contracts for difference". Mr O'Higgins described contracts for difference as "an extraordinary form of gambling" offered to members of the investing public by "financial geniuses".
He said contracts for difference allowed investors to receive much more profit if the share price goes up but also exposes them to much bigger losses if the share price drops.
"At the end of a fixed period there is a closing off and the bookie pays you or you pay the bookie. You may own €1,000 euro or you may lose €1,000. If you lose the €1,000 you have to top up the amount you have with the CFD provider.
"Or you can close off the position which means the shares are sold and you have to pay what you owe".
Mr Quinn controlled around €2 billion of Anglo stock through contracts for difference. Counsel said this made Anglo very nervous because if his fortunes changed it could seriously affect the bank. The Financial Regulator also became concerned.
Anglo tried to unwind Mr Quinn's position by inviting Middle Eastern governments and other investors to buy the stocks but nobody was interested. On March 17th, 2008 the situation worsened when the collapse of Bear Stearns Bank caused Anglo's share price to drop from €17 to €6.50. It would fall a lot more later, counsel said.
Mr O'Higgins said Anglo then "decided to do something absolutely illegal." They wanted to swap Mr Quinn's contracts for difference for ordinary shares and to bring in other investors in to dilute his control of the bank.
The prosecution said a plan was formed to allow Mr Quinn's wife and five children to "go long" on the stock, meaning they would buy it outright once the contracts for difference position was unwound. A public statement was then released saying the Quinns had bought the shares outright and the contracts for difference situation was resolved.
However, according to the prosecution, the public were not told that the situation was a lot more complex. The bank had approached ten other "trusted borrowers" with "supposedly high net worth" and asked them to buy ten per cent of the bank's shares. Anglo would loan them the money, €45 million each, to allow them to do this. As part of the deal the investors would only be personally liable for a maximum of 25 per cent of this loan.
Counsel said that Anglo staff approached these ten people with the deal. One was approached while on holidays in France while another was approached in Portugal.
Mr O'Higgins said "if a lot of people, when on their holiday, saw their banker approaching in the distance, they would head for the nearest sand dune". However the deals were concluded and the shares were bought. He said Anglo told them "not to worry about the details" and that they'd "take care of the paperwork".
Counsel told the jury that the actions of the bank were "absolutely illegal". Mr O'Higgins' final points referred to the separate charges against Mr Whelan. He told the jurors that in October 2008 Mr Whelan allegedly decided to send a new loan facility letter backdated to July which would drop the personal recourse on seven of the loans from 25 per cent to nothing. This would mean that the bank would lose out on around €112 million and others would be saved that amount.
The case continues before Judge Martin Nolan tomorrow when the jury of seven men and eight women will heard the first witness for the prosecution.


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The Appeal of MMA to Fight Fans
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MMA has grown incredibly over the last few years. The UFC has taken it to new levels, filling arenas across the planet transforming fighters into household names with the likes of former UFC fighter Tito Ortiz being as highly regarded as his boxing namesake Victor Ortiz.
And with the growth of the sport, and with thousands more developing the MMA bug on a regular basis, the arguments as to who're the best continue to go on. The new breed are fixed on the likes of Jon Jones and Jose Aldo, whilst the veterans of the sport point firmly in the direction of the likes of Fedor Emelianenko.
But who else make up the sport's elite? We take a look at four of the best ever to grace the octagon…
It took Anderson Silva just 49 seconds in the UFC to become the number one contender for the Middleweight title. Walking into the Octagon as an underdog taking on Chris Leben, he kick-started, or should we say knee started, a
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career which would carry him to perhaps the best fighter ever to grace MMA.
The 39-year-old from Sao Paulo holds the longest title defence streak in history with 10 and has dispatched of some of the best in the game including Dan Henderson, Rich Franklin, and Chael Sonnen.
Of course his recent bouts have been the hardest of his career, having his leg broken by Chris Weidman and testing positive for anabolic steroids after facing Nick Diaz, although UFC's Dana White has committed to standing by the MMA legend.
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Pound for pound the best fighter on the planet, Jon Jones has become a UFC legend in just seven years with the organization, and despite only being 27-years-old is continually regarded as one of the greats by fighters, fans, and pundits.
Still a top-drawer fighter, the current light heavyweight champion goes up against Anthony Johnson, a fight which he's a clear favorite for with Coral bet having him odds on. Of course, that's no surprise. The only man who can defeat Jones, is indeed, himself.
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It's still unsure whether we'll ever see Georges St. Pierre back in the Octagon. At just 33 there should be plenty
offight left in him, but after taking a break from fighting in 2013 and no sign of him returning, his split decision win at
the MGM Grand during UFC 167 could be the last we see of him.
Winning only eight of his 25 wins by knockout he was hardly the most exciting fighter of all time, but boy, did he know how to win. Only ever losing two fights despite fighting a host of top, top athletes, he's become a firm favourite in UFC, we'd just like to see him return.
Fedor Emelianenko (Dave Mandel/Sherdog)
Not many of the best have ever fought outside of the UFC, but Fedor Emelianenko does just that. The Russian heavyweight went undefeated between 2001 and 2009 and beat some of the best in the sport, including Antonia Rodrigo Nogueira and Mirko Filipovic. He was a master in judo and sambo, and had electric speed despite weighing 235lb.
His career probably didn't end the way it deserved to, with three straight losses towards the end before calling time and taking up a career in politics.
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Twitter urged to tighten hate speech criteria to include disability after abortion troll outrage
After suspending an account that used a disabled girl's photo to promote abortion, Twitter is now being urged to tighten its hate speech reporting criteria to explicitly include tweets attacking people with disabilities.
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Disability advocate Natalie Weaver has slammed Twitter for not promptly clamping down on an account that used an image of her severely disabled child in a pro-abortion tweet.
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President Trump's Twitter account was briefly deactivated on Thursday by a "customer support" worker at the social media giant, the company said in a statement, modifying its earlier response that faulted "human error."
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James Comey's 'secret' Twitter account revealed
Former FBI Director James Comey's 'secret' Twitter account has finally been revealed after months of rumours linking him to cryptic tweets from the @FormerBU account.
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Yahoo Admits 3 Billion Accounts Were Breached in Earlier Attack
Yahoo has announced that every single Yahoo email account was breached back in 2013–all three billion of them.
The post Yahoo Admits 3 Billion Accounts Were Breached in Earlier Attack appeared first on ExtremeTech.
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Accidental NPR post has people clamoring for 'Ramona'
Monday was a grim day to be reading the news, but an accidental post on NPR's Facebook account turned out to be a big exception.
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Death threat against mosquito gets guy's Twitter account permanently frozen
A Japanese man recently found his Twitter account permanently frozen after tweeting a violent message alongside a picture of a corpse: "Bastard!
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Why you should delete your old number from Facebook now
If you have an old phone number linked to your Facebook account, delete it.
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Password manager LastPass promises to be the last line of defense against hackers
Online account hacking is a growing problem — and you may be making it worse.
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Airbnb battles scammers, ramps up security
Airbnb says that it is tightening its security to prevent so-called "account takeovers" where a scammer gains access to a user's account.
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In a now deleted tweet, McDonald's corporate Twitter account blasted President Trump.
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A hacker used McDonald's Twitter account to attack President Donald Trump in an extremely derogatory tweet early Thursday.
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A Venmo account thought to belong to Trump administration press secretary Sean Spicer surfaced earlier this week, generating plenty of buzz online.
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President-elect Donald Trump may have turned his Twitter account into a powerful political weapon, but experts warn that hackers could potentially use the same account to wreak havoc from the White House.
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Donald Trump plans to keep using his personal Twitter account, the president-elect confirmed in a weekend interview, noting that he "can go bing bing bing" and make national news using his social media accounts.
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Santa Claus' Facebook account has been reinstated after the social media company suspended his access and demanded proof of identity on Christmas Day.
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Twitter has restored a white nationalist group leader's personal account less than a month after the social media company suspended it along with other accounts belonging to prominent members of the so-called "alt-right" movement.
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Cincinnati Zoo has deactivated its Twitter account after it was targeted in an online deluge of jokes and memes about Harambe, the gorilla shot and killed after a 3-year old boy got into his enclosure earlier this year.
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Hackers hit Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey's Twitter account
Perhaps he should reread Twitter's account security warnings.
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Early Monday, Katy Perry's Twitter account was hacked to send out obscene tweets and shout-out fellow pop star Taylor Swift. At 89 million followers, Perry currently has the most popular profile on the platform.
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Liverpool extended their unbeaten streak to 11 games as they shook off a persistent Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
A topsy-turvy first half saw James McArthur equalise for the hosts on two separate occasions, although Joël Matip's thunderous header ensured that Klopp's men were in front during half-time.
A spectacular finish from Firmino would create daylight between the two sides in the second half, with the Reds eventually cruising their way to yet another win.
In their luminous green strip, Liverpool got the ball rolling from right to left, starting a period where they enjoyed a wealth of possession, camping out in the attacking half throughout. Crystal Palace's go-to option where long balls over the top towards Christian Benteke, although nothing would come to fruition.
Following 16 minutes of football, the visitors would carve open the Eagles in a swift move finished by Emre Can. Philippe Coutinho popped the ball over the back to Moreno on the left of the box, where he knocked it into the path of the German. The subsequent side-footed attempt took a deflection and found its way into goal. They could have even doubled the lead had Mané slipped through, and instead would find themselves at the heart of more Selhurst Park horror.
A howler from Dejan Lovren, slicing a clearance towards his goalkeeper, gifted the Londoners an equaliser. James McArthur was put through and planted his header past the onrushing Karius to level the scoreline.
Continuing the theme of short-lived emotions, Dejan Lovren redeemed himself in the best way possible - by scoring a goal. The Reds were back in front as he met Coutinho's cross with a thumping header, with the keeper having no chance of stopping.
Looking to get some further momentum and stable the ship, Roberto Firmino looked dangerous as he had a look-in from a run in the area, blocked and reduced to a half-chance. Mané, meanwhile, was playing centrally and for the most part troubling his counterparts.
Things would only be plain sailing for a short while though, as once again, James McArthur undid them. Another header found its way into goal after a fizzing cross from Zaha took a clip off Moreno on the right wing. The Scot directed it towards the top corner for the fourth goal in 33 minutes.
Steve Mandanda was then the recipient of all the plaudits after a cracking save to thwart Coutinho's header. He scrambled to get to the ball needing both hands to nullify the threat, before he was gasping a sigh of relief as a sitting duck - with Mané missing a sitter. Clyne handed the chance to him on a plate from point-blank range, but it ended up flying into the stands.
With a couple of minutes before the interval, Liverpool would once again take the lead. Joël Matip rose high to connect with a header (a recurring topic over the first 45) and steer his side in front emphatically. That capped off a sensational helping of top flight football, with Selhurst Park once again witnessing a thrilling fixture between the two sides.
Crystal Palace certainly looked up for the challenge when the second half began, setting a lively pace and forcing some frantic Reds defending from early on. Christian Benteke followed that up by two close attempts against his former club, with Karius first stopping him at the near post after a dangerous set piece, and then clutched on to his header from a corner.
Sadio Mané may have finished them off with a stunning response, as Philippe Coutinho crafted a beauty of a through ball to send his teammate through in search of the low left corner. Mandanda kept his foot out to keep the score as it was.
That wouldn't deter Palace from pressing on the front foot though while also enjoying a greater share of possession than they had in the first half. Christian Benteke managed to knock down a header, with the teammate feeding it back to him before the Belgian whipped a shot straight at Karius - as Palace continuously tried to crank up the heat.
Andre Marriner had some hard work to do a little later on, with Palace fans and players in full voice appealing for penalties on multiple occasions in the same play. Zaha started it going down with a challenge from Lovren, before Matip clumsily cut across Benteke for a clearance. That all may have been forgotten had Cabaye beaten the keeper when the ball came through, but Clyne was there to deny him with a terrific clearance.
Following a lengthy period of Palace hinting at the threats, an exquisite pass from Jordan Henderson set Firmino up for the coolest of finishes as the hosts' world came tumbling down. Henderson tore through the defence like a knife through better to put his Brazilian colleague through on goal, holding his nerve to chip it over the keeper with a mouth-watering lob and putting the Reds up by two goals.
Coutinho continued to pull the strings as he forced another stop from Mandanda, unable to get himself on the scoresheet prior to his substitution. Following the fourth goal though, no further measures were necessary, as Liverpool comfortably cruised to the full-time whistle and continued to mount their title challenge. Crystal Palace were viable opponents, but faded off as the game concluded.


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Mechanical properties of fasteners made of carbon steel and alloy steel — Part 1: Bolts, screws and studs with specified property classes — Coarse thread and fine pitch thread
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ISO 898-1:2009 specifies mechanical and physical properties of bolts, screws and studs made of carbon steel and alloy steel when tested at an ambient temperature range of 10 °C to 35 °C. Fasteners — the term used when bolts, screws and studs are considered all together — that conform to its requirements are evaluated at that ambient temperature range. Information is given on fasteners that do not retain the specified mechanical and physical properties at elevated temperatures and/or lower temperatures.
ISO 898-1:2009 excludes certain fasteners that do not fulfil its tensile or torsional requirements because the geometry of their heads reduce the shear area in the head compared to the stress area in the thread. These include fasteners having a low head, with or without external driving feature, a low round or cylindrical head with internal driving feature or a countersunk head with internal driving feature (see 8.2).
It is applicable to bolts, screws and studs made of carbon steel or alloy steel, having a triangular ISO metric screw thread according to ISO 68-1, with a coarse pitch thread M1,6 to M39, and fine pitch thread M8´1 to M39´3, with diameter/pitch combinations according to ISO 261 and ISO 262, having thread tolerances according to ISO 965-1, ISO 965-2 and ISO 965-4.
It is not applicable to set screws and similar threaded fasteners not under tensile stresses (see ISO 898-5).
It does not specify requirements for such properties as weldability, corrosion resistance, resistance to shear stress, torque/clamp force performance, or fatigue resistance.
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Ombria Resort elects Gabriel Couto to build Viceroy Hotel and Viceroy Residences
Ombria Resort's management has announced that it has selected northern Portuguese constructor Gabriel Couto for the construction of its five-star Viceroy Hotel and Viceroy Residences in the forested hills of Loulé.
In a statement to the press, Ombria Resort highlights that Gabriel Couto was selected because it has been performing public and private construction works for over a half-century. The constructor's portfolio encompasses projects such as five-star Hotel Vila Galé Sintra, five-star Hotel Torel Avantgarde, MAR Shopping Algarve and even Faro Hospital.
"It is a huge honour to be a part of the development and construction of Ombria Resort, an emblematic tourist development which will undoubtedly be an icon of excellence for the tourism and residential sectors in all of Portugal and particularly in the Algarve," said Daniel Costa, commercial director at Gabriel Couto.
He said that the fact that Gabriel Couto was selected is an "unequivocal sign of the confidence Ombria Resort has in the technical abilities, experience and skills of Gabriel Couto when it comes to the construction of big hotel/residential projects".
Costa added that the construction company was also "very proud" to have been selected, especially in the same year that it is celebrating its 70th anniversary.
Scheduled to be completed in early 2022, the Viceroy Hotel at Ombria Resort will feature 76 luxury guest rooms and suites in addition to the Viceroy Residences, which will include 65 one- and two-bedroom apartments. Both will be managed by five-star US-based operator Viceroy Hotels & Resorts.
Extensive facilities and services will include a spa, healthcare and fitness facilities, several restaurants and bars, a kids zone, astronomical observatory, a conference centre and indoor and outdoor swimming pools.
The owner and developer of Ombria Resort – which also includes an 18-hole golf course that is already technically ready but will only open for play once the clubhouse opens as well – is the family-owned Finnish private equity fund and real estate developer Pontos Group.
It operates in Finland, the Baltic States and Portugal. Founder Ilpo Kokkila is also the founder of one of Finland's largest construction companies, SRV.
The first phase of Ombria Resort represents an initial investment of some €100 million, although the total amount is estimated to reach the €260 million mark.
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The Ombria Resort will also feature the Alcedo Villas site, comprising 12 individual plots from 1,735sqm to 3,324sqm for private turnkey villas. Designed by Portuguese studio Promontorio Architects with large private pool, garage and fully landscaped gardens, these villas will be built to order, enabling buyers to personalise certain aspects of finishing. Prices range from €2,550,000 for a three-bedroom villa with a built area of 481sqm and €3,950,000 for a seven-bedroom villa with a built area of 747sqm. The show villa will be ready by the end of 2020.
The next residential units to be released will be at Oriole Village, planned to start construction in 2020 and comprising 83 units, including spacious apartments, townhouses and villas with between one to four bedrooms.
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Alex and Ricky greet Teresa Coates of Shannon Fabrics. Teresa loves working with challenging and unusual fabrics. She has always sewn and made her first quilt in 1992, when she was pregnant with her son. It wasn't until 2000 that she started working with quilts in earnest. She approached Shannon Fabrics as she was up for working with their wide and diverse range of unusual fabrics. Currently she is the Events/Education coordinator, nut, she still loves designing her own quilts as well. Teresa shares some of her quilts.
Shannon shares tips for working with Shannon or Minky type fabrics. Don't be intimitated by these fabrics. Shannon says that once you know the tricks, you will love them. Once you learn the tips, it's on to finishing a cuddle blanket by attaching a fast and easy the binding. The entire quilt can be made as a gift in about 3 hours. Want to work on a smaller project? Teresa shares a fun pillow idea that is sure to be a hit for any recipient.


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Multi-Wavelength Coverage of State Transitions in the New Black Hole X-Ray Binary Swift J1910.2-0546
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J M. Miller, University of Michigan
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K. Gültekin, University of Michigan
C D. Bailyn, Yale University
M M. Buxton, Yale University
R K. D MacDonald, Yale University
A. C. Fabian, University of Cambridge
D B. Fox, Pennsylvania State University
E. S. Rykoff, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, Menlo Park, CA
Understanding howblack holes accrete and supply feedback to their environment is one of the outstanding challenges of modern astrophysics. Swift J1910.2–0546 is a candidate black hole low-mass X-ray binary that was discovered in 2012 when it entered an accretion outburst. To investigate the binary configuration and the accretion morphology, we monitored the evolution of the outburst for ≃3 months at X-ray, UV, optical (B,V,R,I), and near-infrared (J,H,K) wavelengths using Swift and SMARTS. The source evolved from a hard to a soft X-ray spectral state with a relatively cold accretion disk that peaked at ≃0.5 keV. A Chandra/HETG spectrum obtained during this soft state did not reveal signatures of an ionized disk wind. Both the low disk temperature and the absence of a detectable wind could indicate that the system is viewed at relatively low inclination. The multi-wavelength light curves revealed two notable features that appear to be related to X-ray state changes. First, a prominent flux decrease was observed in all wavebands ≃1–2 weeks before the source entered the soft state. This dip occurred in (0.6–10 keV) X-rays ≃6 days later than at longer wavelengths, which could possibly reflect the viscous timescale of the disk. Second, about two weeks after the source transitioned back into the hard state, the UV emission significantly increased while the X-rays steadily decayed. We discuss how these observations may reflect changes in the accretion morphology, perhaps related to the quenching/launch of a jet or the collapse/recovery of a hot flow.
Stars, Interstellar Medium and the Galaxy
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Degenaar, N. et al. Multi-Wavelength Coverage of State Transitions in the New Black Hole X-Ray Binary Swift J1910.2-0546. The Astrophysical Journal, 784:122, 2014 April 1 doi:10.1088/0004-637X/784/2/122
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Author of the first "Breeders Handbook and Testing Process"
1960: 7 years old. Already studied, Monkeys, Budgets, Dogs, Cats but not completely.
1963: 10 yrs old. Environmental conditioning mice/rats Recorded and photographed. Breeding/Genetics: guinea pigs, pigeons, ducks, chickens.
Started Training/communication: dogs, Started in with training and animal care of barn yard animals. Ducks, Chickens.
1971: Genetic breeding and study program of birds and their habits (budgies, cockatiels, love birds, finch).
1974: GSD mix attack/ Protection training. Sold first protection dog.
1981: Bozeman Barnyard Kennels: Stratford, Calif. Raised, bred and shown American Cocker Spaniel. Study and breeding of the Chocolate genes. 7 generations of chocolates.
1988: Created the pocket pets including the toy Rabbits.Joined Schutzhund clubs in Ventura and Oxnard. Studied and mixed small companion dog breeds.
"The American Alsatian" (First large bred companion dog specifically bred for Companionship and special service in that field. Not a Working Dog.) This name was first used in 2003, written in book form in 2005.
"Universal Language" First used in Lois's Animal Training program booklets in 1986 depicting the specific animal body language that is used by all mammals from the beginning of time.
"Dire Wolf Project" First used in the standards of the breed and a description of the Look of the North American Shepalute in 1978. In 2012 it became the 'project' of the breed as a description of where the club was headed as the word project gave more substance to the work be done.
Developed a unique way to bring back health and vigor to 'STRONGBRED' dogs by outcrossing with completely different breeds while hand selecting only those that contribute to the standards and the dogs themselves.
"Strongbred" a word describing the technique of Lois Schwarz when breeding first for health, stamina and vigor in the canine.
In 1978 Lois designed a completely new and unique way to describe genes and their true influence within life and dna cells. She made hundreds of copies of her idea, sealed and mailed this to herself. She is still working on the book/pamphlets to be published in which she describes the gravitational pull that results in color and binding of genes.
During her childhood years Lois bred and raised many small animals. Along with this, she recorded the many different things she saw and the outcomes of the breeding's. Each baby animal had a name, number and a description along with a photo. She got into rats, mice, turtles, birds, fish, pigeons, rabbits, guinea pigs and of course the family dog.
Lois started Training dogs when her family got their first Pure Bred Boxer from Central America around 1960. She use to take him for walks and taught him how to climb up the park slides and then to slide down the other side. After 'Devilare' kept jumping over the fence we got a small poodle mix that we called Tiki.
Tiki would do anything for food so the Denny girls taught Tiki the normal everyday stuff like sit, down, and roll over. Lois remembers that teaching Tiki to Roll-over was the difficult part but, with food in hand and Tiki's nose following right along with the closed fist, Tiki's body just flipped over and that's when the food and hugs followed. Next Lois taught Tiki to "play dead". Tiki would lay there waiting for the "ok" command so that she could get that ultimate treat. Lois was now showing anyone who would watch, all the tricks that Tiki knew. Folks were amazed and Lois wondered why people thought that Tiki was so smart.
Lois also trained her ducks to walk on cat leashes and to swim in the family swimming pool.
One day Lois's younger sister came home with an absolutely drop dead gorgeous, sable German Shepherd pup and she was stoked! Lois was about fourteen and extremely jealous. Where on earth did she get that dog? And how did she know to get that particular one? Where did she find it and how did she pay for it? Lois was now determined that she would also get a wonderful dog one day.
That day came when a Shepherd mix puppy followed her home. Lois thought that this was the perfect dog! She began training that dog and soon Caesar would follow her any where. They were pals. Lois didn't know much about the health of dogs and Caesar proved to have worms so Caesar was not her mother's best friend. Lois then found a home for Caesar and got fifty dollars for this eight month old trained German Shepherd mix. That was the beginning of her quest to find the ultimate companion dog, she just didn't know it yet.
Lois bred the old fashion cocker with the short, easy to care for coats. "American cockers" that would retrieve anything a person threw out in front of them. These cockers were great bird dogs and would quarter back and forth in front of her sniffing the ground and reading all that came into their senses. When walking one of her dogs a persons eyes would go right to his little tail because it was always wagging and happy.
Lois had a lot of fun with those dogs but she had a problem with the "Cocker Spaniel Club of America" and the breed standard verses the A. K. C.. judging of this breed in the ring. Lois couldn't accept the new evolution of the long cottony coats being that they were in complete opposition to the standards for the breed that stated that the cocker coat was to be short and easy to care for.
With her dedication to the breed Lois let one of her new style cockers enter the show ring unclipped to make a statement to the spectators that this is the dog that was replacing the 'old style American Cocker Spaniel'. You can just guess at the outcome.
Lois then moved to Stratford, California and started up the 'Bozeman's Barnyard Kennels' where she raised, bred and boarded a variety of animals. This is where her experience in all of god's creatures went into full bloom as she bought and trained horses, goats, cows and pigs as well as bred chickens for a variety of colors and recorded the characteristics of the eggs as well as the quantity produced by the different species. Lois was ready to move on and she wanted to try her hand at protection training and more serious causes.
Lois started teaching obedience classes at naval bases and she knew that she needed the ultimate dog to use as a demo, but which breed?
When did the Idea of this great breed of dog enter her mind? The seed's of this new breed were planted in 1967 when a large mixed puppy followed her home. The Idea of the new breed "American Alsatian" would not come together for her until many dogs, breeds, and training's later.
Lois trained thousands of dogs for people and during this time she tried very hard to educate the owners on the many different dog breeds and their personalities. She would tell the truth about canines and how they really learned. She would suggest the easiest ways to train them. What she found out was that many people did not want to hear the truth. These people were not from the farms and mountains. They had a living that would erase the past of the real world and replace it instead with comfortable images of what the world was to them.
Owners of Labrador and Golden Retriever's of the 1970-80's wanted a seeing-eye dog that was trained to do everything they imagined when they first brought the puppy home. These dogs then came to Lois at that mischievous age of eight-months-old and totally wild! These were the bird dogs! Labradors with extensive lineages going back to the days when folks hunted birds for food. What were the owners expecting? Gee whiz, if the dogs didn't possess those bird hunting traits, they wouldn't be bird dogs!
Soon to be puppy owners didn't know what they wanted (but thought they did) as they came to Lois for advice. New puppy buyers may have read up on a breed and looked at the pictures of the finely groomed pets that covered the pages of breed books but then they would decide that what they really wanted was a blue eyed Siberian or a puffy white-coated Samoyed husky!
When one has over 30 years of experience listening and coming in contact with such disasters as choosing a pup on looks alone, one begins to know what the public is looking for. Lois then decided that she just had to create that perfect companion dog! Those dogs that everyone wanted! She knew she could do it! She knew it would take a long time. She was a dreamer, a lover of that easily trained intelligent dog, but where is he?


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Teachers, principals, civil servants to enjoy tax relief
By EDWIN OKOTH November 24th, 2016 2 min read
Thousands of school teachers, principals, civil servants and private sector employees will enjoy lower taxes from January as the government effects changes to the income tax law.
Employees will also get higher personal relief — the amount returned to workers after tax every month.
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There are also proposals for eliminating taxes on bonuses, overtime and retirement benefits paid to workers who fall under the lowest income tax band though there is no mention of how this will be effected in the circular sent to companies.
From January 1, next year, personal relief will be raised from the current Sh13,944 per year (Sh1,162 per month) to Sh15,360 per year (Sh1,280 per month).
EXEMPTED FROM DEDUCTION
Treasury has notified human resource departments across the country to effect the changes from January.
The bottom of the scale workers who currently earn Sh10,164 per month, mainly cleaners, subordinate staff, messengers and other low cadre staff, and pay a total income tax of Sh1,016, will now be fully exempted from the deduction as the lowest taxable bracket now climbs to Sh11,180 per month.
Those earning Sh38,893 — mainly entry level graduate employees in the public sector and which is the current starting point of the highest band where a 30 per cent income tax is applicable, will also enjoy a reduction as the highest rate now will now touch those earning Sh42,782 and above.
"Effective 1st January 2017, annual tax bands should be expanded by 10 per cent and a personal relief increased from the current Sh13,944 per annum (Sh1,162 per month) to Sh15,360 per annum (Sh1,280 per month)," reads the circular sent to companies and organisations.
LOWEST INCOME BRACKET
The reliefs, which were first announced by Treasury Cabinet Secretary Henry Rotich in the 2016/2017 budget, were designed to create comfort for those whose taxable employment income before bonus and overtime allowances does not exceed the lowest band, which is Sh10,164 per month or Sh121,960 per year.
The first band will be deducted at 10 per cent, rising in the series of taxable income that terminates at 30 per cent at the highest band, which is now put at a minimum of Sh513,373 per year or Sh42,781 per month.
Tax expert Nikhil Hira said the move was a "step in the right direction" but called for frequent revisions of the bands to keep pace with the changing cost of living in the country.
"This is definitely meant to create the biggest impact on those in the lowest income bracket whose monthly personal relief will also go up. Those in upper income level will, however, not feel it much because relative to their income in the graduated scale, they will only be claiming more relief.
To read more click on the link: Tax break puts more money in your pocket.
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Confederates in the Attic Book Analysis
He recalls his efforts for research, some bitter-sweet memories, the threat of physical violence and camaraderie he experienced, all for the sake of writing a good book with accurate historical details. Recollection of the past events is not always sweet, even when the present states of affairs are sound. For an individual, for an institution, for a race, for a language group and for the Nation as a whole, the original questions will always remain as the original questions with slight modifications here and there! During his extensive travel, Horwitz realized how sharply the viewpoints of the people were divided, over the fundamental issues, though taking into consideration the provisions of the Constitution, every citizen of America, was granted equal rights and continues to enjoy them. Tony Horwitz points out how a small initiative, even if it well-intentioned, has the potentiality of ending up in major conflagration and the pet up feelings of different sections of the people have chances of snowballing into a conflagration. He (1999, p.6) cites the example, the Walt Disney Company unveiled plans for a Civil War theme park beside the Manassas battlefield. This provoked howls of protest that Disney would vulgarize history and sully the nation's hallowed ground.It seemed as though the black-and-white photographs I'd studied as a child has blurred together, forming a Rorschach blot in which Americans now saw all sorts of unresolved strife. over race, sovereignty, the sanctity of historic landscapes, and who should interpret the past. His interactions with the actors (people) in the re-enacting circles revealed their mind-sets and thinking processes and some humorous situations. About his impression of a bloated corpse Horwitz writes, "His belly swelled grotesquely, his hands curled, his cheeks puffed out, his mouth contorted in a rectus of pain and astonishment. It was a flawless counterfeit of the bloated corpses photographed at Antietam and Gettysburg that I'd so often stared at as a child." (p.7) What he wondered and took note off was the seriousness with which each actor acted, not with the sense of professional integrity alone, but to give vent to their feelings of personal loyalties and convictions. In the course of his trek, Horwitz comes across highly interesting personalities, which one cannot imagine even in the fictional dreams and it provides rare insights into the minds of the personalities. Besides such encounters and experiences are invaluable addition from the perspectives of sociology and human psychology. My impressions about the text: This is an invaluable book that provides insight into the working of the minds of common individuals as for the issues confronting the Nation today. By passing laws on equality and by securing the freedom of individuals through legislations, nothing tangible will be achieved. No legislation can change the color of the skin, and this is the issue, that boggles those who have concern for the welfare of the Nation, nay the ultimate good the humankind. The most dismaying trend Horwitz finds is the resurgence of anti-Federal hostility and racial separatism and I agree with the author one hundred percent about his genuine concern. This is a historical issue for which extraordinary efforts are needed at all levels like politics, economics, sociology and even religious and spiritual values of the Nation. The politicians of different parties have so far
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WHAT HAPPENS WITH GUARDADO?
Andrés Guardado has suffered a relapse from his muscular injury that might end delaying his comeback in another three weeks; the player travelled to Barcelona in order to pass new medical scans and now the club says that nothing is happening.
THINKING OF SEVILLA
Deportivo returns to the Riazor after suffering two straight defeats playing away from home and it is now facing a resurrected Sevilla FC. The main novelties are the possible returns of Riki and Michel, while Manuel Pablo is doubtful.
LOTINA CHILL OUT THE ENVIRONMENT
After exchanging 'blows' with some players, Lotina wanted to calm down the situation at the changing room; it was during his usual press conference at the start of the week. But he kept the speech related to the signings and the lack of intensity.
FIGHTING FOR THE PERMANENCE
The defeat against Zaragoza has put Depor back into the fight to avoid the relegation zone. The main problem for the Galicians is the lack of goals, just to mention that Lotina's side has ended scoreless in 12 of the 20 matches played so far.
THINKING OF ZARAGOZA
Lotina will miss the presence of Riki, Guardado, Michel, Morel and Saul for the clash at La Romareda. At Zaragoza, coach Aguirre could be repeating the lineup that defeated UD Levante during the past week.
PLANNING THE NEXT MATCHES
Depor will play away from home the next two official matches, that's why Lotina has picked 20 players and will not return to La Coruña until next Monday. The main novelty is that Urreta is out again, while Saul is injured.
NO NEWS ON THE RENEWALS
Eight players plus the coach of Deportivo are now free to negotiate with other clubs as their contracts end in June; so far nobody has been approached about an extension of their contracts.
URRETA WANTS TO LEAVE
It was a rumour that appeared at the end of 2010, and now Urreta himself has admitted that he wants to leave. According to the winger it is because he isn't having the minutes that he wants, and also because he doesn't feel comfortable at the club.
NO CLEAR LINEUP TO FACE ATHLETIC
Lotina didn't test any formation for the first match in 2011 and will wait until today in order to decide the lineup. The good news is that the Basque man is recovering five of the six players that were doubtful.
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One of my aims in working with clients is to empower them to strengthen their "healthy self" and use it to heal their "eating disorder self." I express to my clients that their "eating disorder self" is not bad. Rather, it is serving some kind of purpose for them. Thus, part of our work together is to uncover that purpose and determine some more life-affirming ways to get their needs met.
The reality is that the deeper you are into an eating disorder, the more you become a carbon copy of everyone else who is struggling with an eating disorder. An eating disorder hijacks your true sense of self and replaces it with an illness. I guarantee that there are other traits or qualities about yourself that make you special and unique, which the eating disorder is currently masking.
The following are three ways to begin to develop a sense of identity outside of your eating disorder.
1. Explore passions and hobbies that have nothing to do with food or attempting to change your body.
If you have struggled with your eating disorder for a long time, it might be hard to remember what you were like before it began. Try to think back to childhood about what your passions were and what you enjoyed doing. If you're eating disorder began in childhood, now is the time to truly discover your passions and interests, outside of food and exercise.
You could start by checking out resources in your local community and challenging yourself to try one new activity a month. For instance, maybe there is a local theatre or art class that looks fun. You could try your hand at writing, learning a new language, or how to play an instrument. You won't enjoy every new thing that you try, but the exploratory process can be part of the fun.
2. Take steps to strengthen your relationships and make new social connections.
Eating disorders are truly disorders of isolation. When someone is intensely struggling, their eating disorder often becomes their primary relationship. Often people who are suffering become increasingly isolated from their family and friends. In recovery it is so important to practice turning to people when you are struggling, rather than using eating disorder behaviors.
Work to strengthen existing relationships that nourish you and set boundaries with difficult people in your life. You could also begin to explore new social connections by asking a new acquaintance to get coffee or through one of the hobbies that you are pursuing.
If you are struggling with your relationships, work to be compassionate with yourself. The most important thing is that you continue to reach out to others, even though it might feel scary and uncomfortable at first. However, it will get easier with time and practice.
What are the things that you truly value in your life, which the eating disorder has caused you to lose sight of? At the end of your life, it is unlikely that you will be fondly reminiscing about time spent on the treadmill or engaged in calorie counting.
No one chooses to have an eating disorder. However, you can make the choice to continue on the path toward recovery. Eating disorders often serve to make someone's world feel incredibly small. Looking at the bigger picture of life by exploring your values can be helpful in terms of your recovery and in the pursuit of developing more meaning in your life.
In a book that I highly recommend on acceptance and commitment therapy, called "The Happiness Trap," the author describes a brief exercise to begin to clarify your values.
I wish I would have spent less time..
I wish I would have spent more time..
If I could go back and do something differently, I would..
You might be surprised to see what comes up after taking some time to reflect on these questions.
You didn't choose to have an eating disorder, but you can make the choice to continue on the path towards recovery. No matter what lies your eating disorder may be telling you, your life is worth so much more than obsessing about food and your body. Imagine all of the amazing things you could accomplish if you devoted this time and energy to something positive. Your life would truly transform.
Ultimately, your worth is not found in your body size, weight, the food you eat, or how much you exercise. Your true value lies in the strength of your relationships, the way that your eyes light up with you laugh, how you pursue your passions, and in giving back to others.
Living trapped in an eating disorder and having it consume your identity, is not a happy or fulfilling way to be. It may take some time, but I believe that you will uncover a newfound sense of identity and discover true meaning and purpose.
Jennifer Rollin, MSW, LGSW is a psychotherapist in North Potomac, Maryland, specializing in working with adolescents, eating disorders, body-image issues, survivors of trauma, anxiety and depression. Jennifer also offers eating disorder recovery coaching for adolescents and adults in need of additional support in their recovery. Connect with Jennifer through her website at www.jenniferrollin.com.
I really like the idea of challenging yourself to do a new activity each month. My sister has been dealing with some eating disorder problems for the past couple of years, and she is worried that she won't be able to connect with people socially again. I will be sure to reach out to her and tell her that we can try and do some activities together to expand her outlook.


It has previously been suggested that complex cells in primary visual cortex (V1) selectly respond to bars and edges at a particular location and orientation emerged from the natural image rather than random stimuli. In this paper, we proposed an adaptive independent subspace analysis (AISA) algorithm based on the maximum likelihood of super-gaussian distribution of the norm of the partially independent components involving difference to efficiently study the characteristics of complex cells. The multiple parameters are updated with different restrictions by contrast divergence (CD) method based on the super-Gaussian (sparse) distribution. In terms of the AISA results, the inside and outside subspace of energy correlation illustrate the properties of independence. Furthermore, AISA features, similar to the characteristics of complex cells in V1, have phase and shift-invariant, as well as frequency and orientation selectivity via the energy function of receptive fields (RFs) from tuning curve test with sinusoidal function. Compared with the principal component analysis (PCA) filters and other ICA filters, AISA filters are analogous to Gabor filters for edge detection and human visual system via varying the frequency and orientation representation.


Give me all of the sweet corn because I can think of 101 ways to use it. This Roasted Poblano and Sweet Corn Chowder is where it's at. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory, salty and spicy (if desired), and even tastes good on a 95 degree day. I know this because we had it when it was that hot outside and my husband had 3 bowls. Friends, lets make some chowder….


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Pierce Fulton drops live version of 'Kuaga,' talks plans on involving instruments
by: Dylan Farella Jan 14, 2015
A unanimous DA staff favorite of 2014, Pierce Fulton's "Kuaga" is taking a turn… and for the better. Creating a live version of his original production involving an array of instruments, Pierce involves even more styles of sounds. In tow from the original remains its vocal, now slowed down to fit a new tempo, and being introduced is Pierce live on guitar and bass. Breaking down this process and talking about future plans, Pierce spoke to Dancing Astronaut in depth; track and interview below.
Where did the idea of doing a live version for Kuaga come from?
"I decided to do this live version of Kuaga because I have released some experimental/downtempo songs in the past and as I've further developed myself as a dance music producer, it's hard to place different styles of music between my releases. I luckily came up with a formula that allows me to put out different styles of music but not cause confusion: create live versions of my music. It can also be called "remixing" my own song, but in this particular case I re-recorded all of the elements from the original and created an entirely different version. I grew up playing the guitar, and various other instruments as a result of a young and curious mind, so it's been fun working with a project that allowed me to reintroduce my past into my current music. "
Take us through your process of creating the live version. Did you record all of the instruments yourself? If so, what instruments were used?
"I played around with the track on various instruments and narrowed down which ones fit for this version of the song. The only element that is taken directly from the original version of Kuaga is the vocal which I just exported from the original project file and put into my Maschine for a bit of resampling. From there I slowed it down to fit the new tempo of 100 bpm and chopped each hit so they could be triggered individually (also helped the timing). Then I recorded a guitar to cover both the main lead and some of the background arpeggios from the original, I also recorded live bass to cover the low end. Sadly I couldn't record drums at home so I just chopped live takes from sessions I've had and put them in an EXS24 sampler and mapped them out to be played on a Octapad drum pad via midi. I also recorded a glockenspiel, a synthesizer running through a talkbox (the sound coming from the hose of the talkbox, spun around by hand) and some background vocals that I sang. I also managed to record my acoustic guitar fairly well (usually a tough one to get sounding really great). Then later I added some additional production to spice up the whole thing. I'm still pretty surprised that I got away with recording all of these elements in my little home studio, it all turned out a lot better than planned luckily."
Is this something you'll be doing more often?
"The main reason I did this live version is so that I can continue to put out different styles of music without confusing my audience. As I said, I'm known for dance music so I don't want anyone thinking I'm abandoning my style for something new. I've just found a way to release alternative styles of music by making them a part of my dance music releases. I'm planning on doing a live version for every big single I release in the future and they will cover all sorts of different styles. For example, I'm finishing up my next single right now and I've just started working on the live version and already have different 2 directions: either RJD2-style electronic hip hop or something super 80's style with cheesy synths and fat drums. It's exciting because I make all sorts of random stuff in my free time and now I can actually apply that to my style. Eventually, once I have about 8-10 live versions, I'd love to be able to create a live show where I can perform these songs by myself, even including older releases modified to fit this new show. I'm pretty excited to start testing out some setups for a live show but I need to put out a few more live versions of my songs first."
What are your future plans for this live version?
"Well the Kuaga live version is a free download so we're gonna try to spread the song all over and see what people think! I also have some additional content that will hopefully come next week…something I've never done with a song before so it's quite exciting."
What else should we be expecting from you in 2015?
"As I said I'm literally just finishing my next single right now and I'm hoping to find a release date for it in the next couple of months and I've just started some ideas for the live version of it. I have about 5-7 additional projects that are in that 70%-90% finished pocket that I need to finish up and see which I can put out. A lot is going on for 2015 on the music front which is fun but I'm really looking forward to continuing working on these live versions. And who knows, if all goes well maybe that live show will be ready for late 2015, gotta get working."
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Watermarcs Plumbing & Heating are specialists in installing underfloor heating for the home. Underfloor heating can significantly reduce your home heating bills by as much as 40%. In addition, it's economical to run, virtually maintenance free and utilises effective controls to provide the most comfortable all round warmth of any heating system.
Watermarcs Plumbing and Heating install underfloor heating systems throughout Newbury and surrounding areas. If you're thinking about replacing your heating system and would like a no obligation estimate or just want to know more about underfloor heating then please give us a call on 01635 569094.
Heat generated by traditional radiators is transferred from a small surface area far hotter than the space it is heating whereas wet underfloor heating transfers heat from a very large surface area, which is only slightly warmer than the room.
The majority of modern underfloor heating systems are warm water systems which integrate high tech plastic pipe either within or just below the floor. Water at a temperature of around 34°C is circulated through the pipes and this warms the floor to a surface temperature of 25-28°C, about the same temperature as the palm of your hand.
Radiant energy emitted by the floor is partly reflected by each surface and partly absorbed. Where it is absorbed, that surface becomes a secondary emitter. After a while, all surfaces become secondary emitters. Furnishings themselves radiate energy and the room becomes evenly and uniformly warmed. The energy reaches into every corner of the room – no cold spots, no hot ceilings and no cold feed.
Is my property suitable for underfloor heating? How do we install underfloor heating?


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Chinese Gilded Silver Filigree Flower Posy Holder made for the European Market
length: 16.5cm, weight: 33g
This posy holder is unusual in that it is of 19th century Chinese manufacture but made for the European export market. It is of the finest silver filigree and has been entirely gilded or gold plates. It is remarkable for its pristine condition – there are no losses or repairs to the filigree and the gilding is still bright and intact. The cone section comprises six 'petals' or leaves, each of which comprises the finest filigree over which scrolling floral work has been overlaid in gilded flat wires.
The stem features a filigree sphere and handle, again, all in the finest filigree and decorated with floral spandrels.
Posy holders were fashionable in the 18th and first half of the nineteenth century in Europe. Ladies would appear in public with a small posy of flowers secured in such a holder. The pin, which is attached by chain to the holder slides through apertures in the sides of the cone of the holder to pin the flowers in place. The ring, which is decorated with small gilded filigree spandrels, would slip over a finger of the wearer.
Related Chinese export silver filigree examples are illustrated in Forbes et al (1975, p. 239), Piotrovsky (2006, p. 28), and Crossman (1991, p. 353).
The example here is in excellent condition.
Crossman, C.L, The Decorative Arts of the China Trade: Paintings, Furnishings and Exotic Curiosities, Antique Collectors' Club, 1991.
Forbes, H.A.C. et al, Chinese Export Silver 1785-1885, Museum of the American China Trade, 1975.
Piotrovsky, M. et al, Silver: Wonders from the East – Filigree of the Tsars, Lund Humphries/Hermitage Amsterdam, 2006.


The Vecino Group is a company devoted to housing for the greater good. Every project we touch—affordable, supportive or otherwise—must address a broader need, set an example, give back and inspire the people working on it with a sense of higher purpose.
At Intrada, we achieved all of these—and found ourselves further inspired by the care and attention shown by the City of St. Louis and the Carondelet Community Betterment Federation—for helping ensure our efforts would enrich experiences as well as maintain the heritage of the neighborhood.


Did you know that you can book appointments, order repeat prescriptions and even view some of your GP records online? You can do it using a computer, smart phone or tablet – whichever you prefer – and at any time of day. It's convenient, quick, and easy to do and your information is secure. Best of all the service is free!
Everyone who is registered with a GP can have access to their practice's online services. It means you can access information like your vaccinations history and test results.
How can I get GP online services?
4. Once you've signed up you will receive a letter with your unique username and password, and also a link to where you can log in.
I'm not yet registered with a GP – how do I do it?
Once you've found a practice near where you live, you'll need to formally register as an NHS patient by completing a form and taking photo ID and proof of address with you. Once you've completed the form NHS England will transfer your medical records to your new practice and write to you to confirm your registration. Don't forget to register for GP online services at the same time. Parents or guardians can register their child and will need to take the child's birth certificate.
Some local libraries offer help and support. NHS Choices have some useful information on becoming a more confident internet user including how to keep yourself safe online.
If you are feeling unwell and need to speak to a doctor or nurse please make an appointment with your practice. Appointments and further advice can still be given by your practice in person or on the telephone, if you prefer.


Scientists studying the brain have managed to grow neurons on petri dishes for a while, but they don't connect the way real neurons do because the ones in a dish grow in a fundamentally 2D environment, and regular brains are fundamentally 3D.
Now, researchers at Tufts University in Boston have made a 3D scaffold that allows neurons to connect more realistically. It has grey matter / white matter compartmentalization, which means that the structure is more similar to real brains. It can also last longer, up to two months in labs.
This new tissue can let scientists study brain biology in more detail. They can see what happens to nearby cells when there is trauma. They can also see the effects of administering drugs more easily.
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Bobby Eugene Sims, age 83 years, a resident of Marion, IL and a former resident of the Simpson community, passed away Tuesday morning, July 11, 2017, at 1:45 AM at the Veterans Administration Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Marion.
Bob was born July 29, 1933 in the Dorrisville community (Harrisburg) Illinois. He was the third of four children born to Robert R. Sims and Susie Belle (Durfee) Sims.
Bob was united in marriage to Alice Gray on December 22, 1957 in Joliet. She preceded him in death on January 21, 1989. Bob was later united in marriage to Norma J. (Anderson) on July 21, 2001 in Marion. She survives.
In addition to his wife, Bob is survived by: 2 daughters – Sherri L. (her husband, Mark) Vick of Herrin and Lisa L. (her husband, James) Brown of Carterville; a stepson – Darrin (his wife, Margaret) Kerr of Louisville, Kentucky; 9 grandchildren – Allyson (her husband, Kyle) Porter, Jonathon Vick, Heather (her husband, Jason) Roesch, Kyle Upchurch, Bailey Muir, Benjamin Brown, AnnaKate Brown, Aidan Herron-Kerr and Colin Herron-Kerr; 3 great grandchildren – Jaylyn Roesch, Parker Muir, and Paxton Muir; a sister – Carol (her husband, Pat Brett) Wollesen of West Palm Beach, Florida; a son-in-law – Garry West of Benton; a sister-in-law – Lena Sims of Bedford, Indiana; a brother-in-law – Charles E. Griffin of Eldorado; nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and first wife, Bob was preceded in death by a daughter – Bobbi L. Sims West; a brother – Donald Sims and a sister – Linda Griffin.
Bob was a graduate of the Harrisburg Township High School.
He served from 1953-1955 in the Nike missile outfit during the Korean War.
Bob was employed for 7 years as a tool and die maker by Fisher Body at their plant in Willow Springs, Illinois. He was later employed for 28 years as a machinist by Martin-Marietta, Inc. retiring in 1990.
Bob was of the Protestant faith. He enjoyed deer hunting, particularly with a bow and arrow.
A Graveside Service honoring the life of Bobby Eugene Sims will be conducted at 1 PM Thursday, July 13, 2017, at the Gilead Cemetery near Simpson. Pastor Michael Glasco will officiate.
Those attending the service are asked to gather at the cemetery at 12:45 PM. There will be no public visitation.
Memorials may be made to the Family and may be left in care of Bailey Funeral Home, PO Box 695, Vienna, IL 62995.


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TRELORA's mission is to revolutionize how people buy and sell homes. And that will make real estate as simple, transparent, affordable, and easily understood as possible. The company has a long history of trying to make real estate more transparent while teaching home buyers and sellers about real estate commissions.
Information about homes is easily accessible to consumers on the web. But despite having access to a wealth of real estate data online, buyers and sellers can still be clueless about how commission fees work. Many people don't understand what they are actually paying a real estate agent. Some believe that the real estate industry is withholding pertinent information from consumers that they need to see to make an informed decision.
The debate on commissions isn't about pocket change. In 2017, home buyers and sellers paid a total of approximately $75 billion in real estate commissions. On a $500k home, this works out to about $28,000 paid in commissions ($14k to both the buyer and listing agents). To put that in perspective, most buyers pay approximately 26 mortgage payments to simply cover their agent's fees that were included in principal. How many people do you think realize that they spend more than 2 years paying their agent's fees?
Ultimately, sellers choose how much money to offer a buyer's agent. And this is typically 2.8% – 3% of the purchase price because it attracts buyers' agents to show homes. Homes with reduced commission offerings can see fewer showings than those with standard commission offerings.
Why is TRELORA offering new cash back incentives directly to buyers?
According to a survey by the National Association of Realtors, more than half of all home shoppers say that finding the right home is the MOST DIFFICULT STEP in home buying. However, most of the home searching process is done by a potential home buyer BEFORE he or she connects with a real estate agent. With the use of technology, homebuyers are able to find their dream home online easier than ever before. In fact, 9/10 buyers find their own home online.
Knowing this information, TRELORA notified Colorado real estate agents about a change to TRELORA's seller marketing in the letter below. The company believes that marketing a cash back incentive directly to home shoppers could increase the number of showings on their listings.
Sellers who choose to leverage TRELORA's new marketing options will be able to advertise this cash back incentive directly to buyers on yard signs as well as on hundreds of websites including the MLS and Zillow.
Let's say a seller is planning on paying 2.8% commission to an agent. To the seller, it really doesn't matter where the money goes when the home sells. What the seller cares about is selling the home and making as much profit on the sale as possible. Now with TRELORA's new marketing option, a seller has three options on how to pay out their commission.
When a buyer doesn't have an agent, the seller can direct TRELORA to give the money directly back to the buyer as a cash incentive. And the buyer can do whatever he or she wants with the money. For some this may be pre-paying mortgage payments, redoing a bathroom, going on vacation, or paying college tuition. For many first-time buyers, they can use the money to lower the actual purchase price and make homeownership a reality.
The buyer and his/her agent can agree to split the incentive. Some of the money can go to the buyer and some can go to the buyer's agent. And commissions are always negotiable. If the buyer and buyer's agent agree to split the 2.8%, the buyer's agents would agree to take a pay cut to get the deal done.
This new marketing opportunity should increase agent interest and bring more buyers directly to TRELORA listings. The ultimate goal of these new marketing options is to help TRELORA's clients sell their homes as quickly and profitably as possible.
TRELORA believes these seller marketing options will have a second benefit. And that is to make real estate more transparent and easily understood for everyone. If the buyer has an agent, these cash incentive offerings will most likely result in an open and honest conversation between the buyer and his or her agent about how that agent is paid. TRELORA is ultimately moving the conversation on commissions front and center by asking buyers if they want to keep $15k, give it to their agent, or split it with the agent.
Want to learn more about TRELORA's new seller marketing options?


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UN agency's rankings of global worsts, bests in human development
The Associated Press July 24, 2014
In its annual report on human development, the United Nations Development Program ranks 187 countries based on measures such as the health and longevity of their people, education and income, and personal security. Since 1990, those measures have been compiled into the agency's index of human development that is watched by governments around the world. Here are some of highlights from its latest global rankings:
— THE BEST
Top ranked is Norway, followed by Australia, Switzerland, the Netherlands and the United States.
— THE WORST
The five lowest ranked countries are Sierra Leone, Chad, Central African Republic, Congo and at No. 187, Niger.
— UNRANKED
Countries for which small size or a lack of data prevents adequate analysis include North Korea, Somalia, South Sudan and Monaco.
— MOST EQUAL
Slovenia ranks first in gender equality, a figure taking into account factors such as maternal death rates and teen pregnancies, followed by Switzerland, Germany and Sweden. The U.S. is ranked 47th, Japan 25th.
— SUICIDE RATE
Kazakhstan leads at 43 per 100,000, followed by Hungary, Latvia, South Korea and Guyana.
— HIGHEST RATE OF IMPRISONMENT
The United States is the most prolific jailer, at 716 people per 100,000. The next highest are St. Kitts and Nevis and the Seychelles, Cuba and Rwanda.
— OVERALL LIFE SATISFACTION
At the top: Switzerland, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, and the Netherlands. At the bottom: Togo, followed by Syria, Benin, Rwanda and Madagascar.