There's a nice item on quantum tunnelling on the BBC News site.
Scientists at Peratech have developed "spikey" particles for use in the touchscreen of smartphones. The breakthrough is that the quantum tunneling effect means that the screen is pressure sensitive.
I found this video on quantum tunneling on youtube.


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I know how hard it can be researching an upcoming cruise when you're planning on arranging all your own excursions, so I've complied a list of tried and tested activities in some of Norway's most popular ports, as recommended by the amazing members of Cruise Addicts – Rate Rant & Review. I've added links to most of the things listed below so if you'd like any more information or to book any of these activities you know where to go.
The Royal Palace is open through the summer season, usually late June to mid August. It's where the king and queen reside, the king also holds his formal dinners here. You can pay and follow a guided tour which last approximately 1 hour and will take you through some of the most important rooms in the palace. Also around 1.30pm there is a "change of guards ceremony" which is not to be missed!
If you'd prefer not to do the guided tour many visitors say that the gardens on the walk up to the palace are spectacular, there's lots to explore like ancient trees, a selection of small lakes and some modern sculptures. You could take a little picnic or a few local snacks for the walk and you can still watch the change of guards ceremony outside the palace!
If maritime history is your thing then the Vikings Museum is for you. It has 3 ships over a thousand years old on display. The vessels are burial ships so along with their contents they are very well-preserved. There's a smartphone audio guide, a short film of a Viking voyage and the occasional special activity. You can pick up a free brochure in English and several other languages too. The entry will cost you NOK 100 per adult (around £10) and children under 18 are free, so it's a fairly inexpensive activity!
Oslo IceBar is another must try experience, it has ice sculptures, a bar made of ice along with ice chairs and glasses! It's -5° in the bar so you'll be given an insulated suit to keep you warmish whilst you're in there. It's advisable to book tickets online as it's just a small venue and cruise ships book a lot of places so it's hard to get in on the day. Visitors say it is expensive (even for Norway!) but it's a must if you haven't been in an ice bar before. Admission is NOK 180-195 (around £18-£20) with a welcome drink included. For the fee you get access for 30 minutes however it's quite cold so you wouldn't really want much longer.
The Oslo Pass gives you free entry to 30 museums and attractions, free travel on all public transport, free entry to outdoor swimming pools, free walking tours, discounts on sightseeing, ski simulator, Tusenfryd Amusement Park, concert tickets, climbing, ski rental, and special offers in restaurants, shops, entertainment and leisure venues. You can pre-order your pass online or you can just buy one on the day at various venues. All the information is here and you can find a list of all the other interesting museums in Oslo here.
When sailing into Bergen you'll go under the suspension bridge, the bridge is only about 3 metres higher than the funnel of most ships so it is worth getting to top deck to experience this.
There is park in Bergen called Nygardsparken, it's got great woodland to walk around, a cafe (great coffee and free water!) and a lovely play area for little ones to enjoy. This is the perfect day trip if you're cruising as a family and want to keep your costs down.
Like Oslo, Bergen also has an IceBar you can visit. So if you don't get chance to do it in Oslo you can always book this one instead!
You can explore the whole of Bergen on the Hop-On, Hop-Off bus, get on and off at any of the 13 stops. Discover attractions like the fish market, St Mary's Church, Bryggen, Bergen museum and loads more. The bus also gives an audio commentary in 8 different languages and a ticket will last a full 24 hours allowing you to explore Bergen at your own pace. It's the equivalent of £30 per person for a ticket.
Bergen has a fabulous all year round Christmas shop called Julehuset. The shop has everything you could possibly want for the perfect Scandi Christmas from baubles to nativity scenes, lights to advent and much more! If you love all things Christmas then this shop is a must.
The Fish Market in Bergen is one of Norway's biggest and most visited outdoor markets and has been around since the 1200's, you'll find it in the heart of the city between the fjords and Bergen's 7 mountains. The market doesn't just sell seafood, you'll find local farm foods like berries, fruits and vegetables plus lots of flowers and plants. The indoor market is open all year and the outdoor market starts on the 1st of May and lasts for the duration of summer. Visitors recommend trying some fresh seafood from one of the restaurants in the indoor market if you do decide to eat whilst ashore.
The Fløibanen Funicular is a 10 minute walk from where the ships dock and is one of Norway's most famous attractions. It costs around £5 and will take you 320m above sea level giving you wonderful views of Bergen. There are lots of things to explore whilst your up there, here are 10 suggestions for walks and hikes in the mountains around Bergen with Mount Fløyen as starting point. If you're feeling energetic you could take the 3 kilometer walk back down, it only takes 45 minutes and you can enjoy those beautiful views for longer!
Like the Oslo card the Bergen card gives you free or discounted entry to museums, attractions, events and loads more for a whole 24 hours! It also gets you on the busses for free. It costs 260 NOK (£26) for an adult or 100 NOK (£10) for a child aged 3-15 years old. Find out more about it here.
Stavanger has its own Hop-On, Hop-Off open top bus like Bergen's. There's a bus every 30 minutes and they stop right outside the cruise terminal. The tour operates from mid-May to the end of August. You'll stop at Stavanger Cathedral, 7 different museums & the king of Norway's royal residence along the way. admission is around 300 NOK (£30) and includes headphones and on board commentary in 8 different languages.
Flor & Fjare is described as the place where a rainbow hit earth. If you decide to book this trip you can expect a fantastic day. First you'll be taken on a 20 minute boat trip on the Fjord followed by a walking tour around the luscious gardens filled with over 50,000 vibrant flowers. The day is then finished off with a buffet loaded with mouth-watering food made by chef Andre Mulder inspired by food from around the globe, seasoned with herbs fresh from the gardens you'll have just explored. The tour is available Monday to Saturday from early May to late September and must be booked in advance. You can find more info here.
Old Stavanger is a fantastic place to explore on foot, it's made up of 173 wooden buildings dating from the turn of the 18th century. Stavenger has received many awards for its efforts in preserving Old Stavanger. This part of Stavanger is also a popular residential area and has lots of independents, boutiques and art galleries for you to investigate. This is the best way to see Stavenger on a low-budget.
The Canning museum in Stavanger is an interesting part of Old Stavengers history as canning was Stavengers most significant trade until the 1960's. The museum will give you an insight into the working conditions, show you the complete process from arrival of fresh fish to the cans leaving the factory and you can even taste freshly smoked brisling straight from the oven if you're lucky enough to visit on a Tuesday or a Thursday! There's also a workers cottage with traditional 1920's decor on the first floor and 1960's on the second floor along with household items acquired from each decade to give you a real feel for what life would have been like for the residents in old town Stavanger. Adult admission is NOK 95, children cost NOK 50 and infants who are 5 and under are free.
The Maritime Museum is another one of the many things to do in Stavanger. It'll take you through the last 200 years of maritime history, development and trade. The exhibitions range from a merchant's apartment from 1910, a shipowner's office, the 1910 general store and working at the docks in the 1950's. Adult admission is NOK 95 (approx £9.50) children are NOK 50 (£5) and infants from 0-5 are free of charge.
Flam is a small village situated at the end of Aurlandsfjord. It's a nice place to wander around taking in the sights, a walk along the river is recommended. There's a few shops in the area should you feel like a spot of retail therapy too.
There is a Brekkefossen waterfall hike that starts at Flam station. It's a 1.5 hour round trip hiking on steep terrain. The hike is well-marked and will give you incredible views once you have reached the waterfall. Its a great way to kill some time if you're booked on the Flam railway later on in the day.
The Flam railway journey will take you 20km from Flam station to Myrdal and show you some jaw dropping landscape. You'll pass the stave church, see spectacular waterfalls, climb 866 meters above sea level, travel through the steep mountains and see the snow-covered mountain tops, there's even a few surprises along the way. The journey lasts approximately 2 hours and costs NOK 550 (£55) for adults or NOK 274 (£27.50) for children. A tip from a Cruise Addicts member is to book the train online before you leave home, (it's best to book months in advance) then when you board the train, sit on the right hand side as you face the front to get the best views. The left hand side is pretty much rock face for most of the way.
On the way into Geiranger you must look out for the seven sisters waterfall. It's the 39th tallest waterfall in Norway and is made up of 7 different streams, the tallest of the seven has a free fall of 250 meters. It's definitely not to be missed!
The Fjordsenter is the authorized visitors center for the West Norwegian Fjords World Heritage Site. Inside the center you will find exhibitions about many things including the people of the fjords and the history of its landscapes. There's interactive rooms perfect for inquisitive children, a cafe, playground, gift shop and lots more! Adult admission is NOK 120 (£12) and children will cost NOK 60 (£6) The staff here are known for being very friendly and helpful so if you've got any questions or want to know where to go next whilst you're in Geiranger then these are the people to speak to.
You can take a waterfall hike starting from the Fjordsenter. The 327 step hike will take you high up to the Storfossen waterfall and give you access to great viewpoints so you take in the sights. Be careful on the descent as wet rocks can be problematic, this walk is best suited to travellers who are confident on their feet.
If you get chance the chocolate shop in Geiranger is worth a visit. Why not try a few of the samples they give out for free and find your favourite chocolate flavour. They've got plenty to choose from including plain chocolate, blue cheese chocolate and everything else in-between. A member of the Cruise Addicts community recommends trying the blue cheese chocolate… me? I'm not so sure! Look out for the Iconic blue bike parked outside, that's when you know you've found this chocolate heaven.
Whatever you decide to do in Norway, enjoy yourselves and make amazing memories. It's a magical country with lots to be explored. We'd love to see your Fjords cruise pictures in our Facebook community so don't forget to join!
From Rebecca & all the Cruise Addicts!
What s lot of choice! I'd definitely like to check out some of those ice bars!
Great guide, have pinned as cruising to Norway in October!
Stavanger Petroleum Museum worth a visit.
The scenery looks so beautiful, your photos are great! I would be definitely stopping off at the Christmas shop as I try to collect Christmas decorations on my travels.


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25 Wonderful Facts About Wonder Woman
Becca Marsh
Did you know that the creator of Wonder Woman, William Moulton Marston, also designed the first lie detector?
Wonder Woman is one of the first female superheroes ever to exist; her journey began in the 20th century.
Her character has addressed many issues around women's rights and their place in the world.
She is a kickass superhero who stands alongside Superman and Batman.
Wonder Woman has been an idol to many girls worldwide, and her legacy continues to live on.
Here are 25 wonderful facts about wonder woman that will leave you inspired by this bold character.
She first appeared in the public eye at the World Fair in 1939, where she saved President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Wonder Woman's debut was in All-Star Comics #8, released in October 1941.
Wonder Woman was one of the first superheroes to get her own book, after Superman and Batman.
The first Wonder Woman Sensation Comics were banned in 1942 because her outfit was too revealing.
Her official title is Princess Diana of Themyscira.
Wonder Woman was the world's first superheroine to appear in mainstream media.
October 21 is Wonder Woman Day, commemorating her first appearance.
Wonder Woman was born on the Island of Themyscira, which is invisible to humankind.
She was the first female superhero to join the Justice Society, which later became the Justice League.
Wonder Woman is an Amazon, an eternally youthful and super-powerful woman.
Her human identity is an army nurse who worked during World War II.
Wonder Woman is the daughter of Hippolyta, Queen of the Amazons, and Zeus.
She has a long-lost twin sister called Nubia, who was taken from her crib by Mars.
Wonder Woman was raised on an island free of men.
The creator of Wonder Woman, William Moulton Marston, also designed the first lie detector.
Wonder Woman's arch-enemy is Dr. Psycho.
Throughout the superhero universe, Superman and Wonder Woman were once a couple.
Psycho's character is based on a true enemy of the creator, Marston.
In the early sketches for Wonder Woman, she was called "Suprema, the Wonder Woman."
Wonder Woman has never worn a skirt; her flowy outfit is culottes.
In Wonder Woman comic #98, released in May 1958, she gained the ability to fly by gliding through air currents.
As well as being ultra strong, this demigoddess has healing powers, divine wisdom, and enhanced taste and smell.
Unlike other superheroes who hit TV screens a lot sooner, Wonder Woman had her first TV Movie released in 1974.
She had her first feature movie, which hit cinema screens worldwide in 2017.
In 2017, Wonder Woman was banned in Lebanon because the Wonder Woman actress, Gal Gadot, is from Israel.
Wonder Woman has been an idol for many women and girls for decades, and her legacy continues to inspire.
Her badass attitude and kind nature have got her far in the superhero universe, and her character is a critical player in the likes of the Justice League.
Wonder Woman exposes many underlying issues around women's rights, which have surfaced due to her character.
This has made her an essential comic book figure who has shaped history for women.
So next time you find yourself in a comic book store or watching TV channels, keep an eye out for this remarkable woman.
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MFG opens ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging station in Manchester
September 1, 2021 September 1, 2021 admin 709 Viewscharging infrastructure, EV charging, EVs, Greggs, Londis, Manchester, MFG, Motor Fuel Group, ultra-rapid chargers
Motor Fuel Group (MFG) has opened the very first electric vehicle (EV) only forecourt and valeting centre dedicated solely to ultra-rapid chargers in the North-West of England – at its Stretford branch on the Chester Road, Manchester.
This is part of the next stage of MFG's dual-fuel strategy to serve electric vehicle customers as part of its emergence as a major charge point operator in the UK.
Not only is this MFG's first EV only charging hub, but this is Greater Manchester's first dedicated ultra-rapid charging forecourt, catering to all manufacturers of electric vehicles – helping to support Mayor Andy Burnham's plans of doubling the size of the region's EV charging network as set out in his inaugural Green Summit in March this year.
The site, strategically placed on the A56 has 8 dedicated ultra-rapid 150kW EV charging bays which can give 100 miles of range in just 10 minutes of charging.
MFG's investment will increase the infrastructure available to drivers helping to alleviate range anxiety and increase driver's confidence in electricity as a fuel source, thereby improving EV adoption.
In addition to the EV power site, Stretford contains a leading convenience retail offering serving the local community with a Londis and a Greggs at the site, as well as a valeting centre.
MFG is investing in the new future of forecourts committing around £40m in 2021 alone on EV charging hubs as well as undertaking a £50m investment to improve its retail, food to go, and valeting offer to the consumer this year.
Velautham Ravichandran, Contract Manager for MFG Stretford, said: "It is extremely exciting to be able to offer a dedicated ultra-rapid EV charging option to both our local community and those travelling through. We are now well positioned to serve UK motorists well into the future in this part of Manchester."
William Bannister, CEO, MFG, said: "As part of our £400 million investment plans, we are delighted to be opening this EV only forecourt that offers ultra-rapid charging on the Chester Road in Stretford which is a first for the North-West of the country. With 8 ultra-rapid charging bays, we believe this site will help lead the local transition to more sustainable Electric Vehicles.
"MFG is committed to playing our part in 'levelling up' the charging infrastructure across the UK, beyond London and the South-East.
"We are investing heavily in ultra-rapid EV charging hubs alongside our existing fuel and convenience store network throughout the UK, including recent openings in Bristol and Birmingham and planned openings in Scotland and Wales this year. This is on top of a significant investment already by MFG in London which is leading the way in promoting cleaner motoring."
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Washington — Demand for consumer electronics helped prop up June retail sales, and now a new survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF) predicts the category will buoy the back-to-school season as well.
According to the trade group's 2007 Consumer Intentions and Actions Back-To-School poll, conducted by BIGresearch, CE will see the biggest category increase in sales this year, with families spending 13 percent more on consumer electronics than in 2006 ($129.24 on average vs. $114.38).
Where will parents be making their back-to-school purchases? Discounters will remain the most popular destination although fewer consumers plan to hit mass merchants this year, with 67.6 percent of parents planning to shop at discount stores compared with 72.2 percent last year. All other channels are expected to see traffic increase, including department stores (54.9 percent vs. 53.3 percent), office supplies stores (41.4 percent vs. 35.8 percent last year), specialty stores (31.6 percent vs. 30.9 percent) and drug stores (17.9 percent vs. 16.3 percent).
However, the channel expected to see the biggest back-to-school increase is e-tail. The percentage of parents who said they plan to purchase merchandise online rose 40.8 percent, from 15.2 percent in 2006 to 21.4 percent this year. Young parents between the ages of 18 to 34 are the most likely to shop online for children's merchandise, with nearly one-third planning to use the Web to find back-to-school items.
All told, families with school-age children are expected to spend an average of $563.49 on back-to-school merchandise, up 6.9 percent from last year's $527.08 average. Total back-to-school spending is expected to reach $18.4 billion, and though the majority of shoppers will be purchasing clothing and accessories this year (95.4 percent), spending in that category is expected to be flat.
The timing of back-to-school shopping is expected to be consistent with previous years. The majority of consumers (45.2 percent) plan to begin their shopping three weeks to one month before school starts. Thirty-two percent will begin one to two weeks before school; 14.6 percent will begin at least two months before the start of class; and 5.4 percent will wait until the week before school begins. Only 2.7 percent will procrastinate until after school starts to do their shopping.
The survey of 8,290 consumers was conducted from July 3-10.


TopHat is a collaborative effort between the University of Maryland Center for Bioinformatics and Computational Biology and the University of California, Berkeley Departments of Mathematics and Molecular and Cell Biology.
The latest stable release on Cheaha is 1.2.0 as part of the Galaxy module. TopHat can run through the UAB Galaxy interface or directly on the cluster by submitting jobs to SGE.
TopHat is a free software that runs on Linux and Mac OS X.
TopHat is pre-installed on the Cheaha research computing system. This allows users to run TopHat directly on the cluster without any need to install software.
There are two methods of using TopHat on Cheaha: 1. Direct use on the cluster using SGE submit scripts. 2. TopHat use through the UAB Galaxy interface.
These instructions provide an example of how to create and submit a TopHat job on Cheaha.
Next, Copy all the files required for TopHat to the working directory.
TopHat requires at least the reference index database and the sequence reads files. If the Genome index database is not already built, you build it using the following steps. Load the appropriate modules file to load TopHat and Bowtie.
This builds the Bowtie index for the genome 'example'. You can also download the pre-built index file from other external sources.
* -pe smp numberOfProcessors  (-pe smp 8 - run the code in parallel on 8  processors on the same node of  Cheaha.
* In the following example the genome is 'example', the reads are read1,read2, output will be written to testTophat/ folder.
The -r parameter is the Mean Inner Distance between Mate Pairs for pair-ended library.
This parameter can be left out for a single-ended library.
The job output can be found in the output directory specified in the submit script. You can view the output using samtools.
In order to facilitate interaction among UAB Galaxy users, share experience, and provide peer-support we have established a galaxy-users group. To join this group and participate in email discussions please subscribe to the galaxy-user group. On-line archives of these discussions are available here. Please note, the email discussions are a public forum. You are advised to only post information you are authorized to share and comfortable with being public.
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Cuyuna Range Youth Center
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The Cuyuna Range Youth Center
These past couple of years have had tremendous impact on all of us. Potentially the most widely impacted group have been teenagers and young adults who are still learning and developing. Approximately 70% of students AND those who are now young adults have had to adapt to persistent change and uncertainty so much so that it has, to many, become a new normal. In a world of uncertainty, teens are looking for a constant. The Cuyuna Range Youth Center is that constant which serves teens without discrimination, and it has become like a warm and welcoming home to many students. Teenagers come to the Youth Center to feel safe, or because they are hungry, or to hang out with friends, or share their life with trusted adults and volunteers. Where would these kids be without the Cuyuna Range Youth Center? Many of them would be on the streets. Some hungry. Alone. In trouble.
A gift to CRYC would provide critical supports, such as:
Vital cleaning supplies to maintain a safe, clean, and sanitized place for out youth to gather.
A healthy meal.
Basic hygiene products.
A trusted adult to receive guidance and support from relating to school, work, and everyday life.
The Youth Center is open 4:00pm-8:00pm on Thursday and 4:00-9:00pm on Friday and Saturday to all students in grades 6-12. Programming at CRYC is free of charge to all youth. It's a place for youth to engage in art, games, sports, cooking, and other recreational activities they may otherwise not have access to. Programming includes:
Art Night
Professional Guest Speakers
Your gift will help the Cuyuna Range Youth Center continue to provide a safe, fun place for youth to develop trusting, healthy mentoring relationships with adults which is especially important during these times. Many of our youth are still experiencing hardship and extra stress in their life as a result from the impact of these past two years. Not only does our program aim to provide a safe place for youth but also helps provide stability in their life, healthy food options, guidance in life and school, and recreational activities they may otherwise not have access to. The ultimate goal of our program is to guide youth to be kind, respectful and socially responsible in a recreational environment while building life and leadership skills. The team at the Center believes it takes a village to raise healthy (mind, body, spirit) teens. We want you to be a part of our village and help our youth become successful young adults!!
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Phallotorynus es un género de peces actinopeterigios de agua dulce, distribuidos por ríos de la vertiente atlántica de América del Sur.

Especies
Existen seis especies reconocidas en este género:
 Phallotorynus dispilos Lucinda, Rosa y Reis, 2005
 Phallotorynus fasciolatus Henn, 1916
 Phallotorynus jucundus Ihering, 1930
 Phallotorynus pankalos Lucinda, Rosa y Reis, 2005
 Phallotorynus psittakos Lucinda, Rosa y Reis, 2005
 Phallotorynus victoriae Oliveros, 1983

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10 Worthwhile Energy-efficient Tax Breaks
Buying turbines and solar panels for your U.S. abode? You could be in for one heck of a tax break.
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Sorry, everybody, but we've got to start with a bummer of a warning: It used to be -- in the good old days of 2013 -- that we had a bigger list of energy-efficient deductions from which to choose. Install some insulation? There was a deduction for that. Own a hybrid? Write off some of that fuel-saving car on your taxes! Alas, over the past few years, several big energy credits have gone the way of the dodo.
But don't assume you've got nothing to gain from trying to go greener. While a few credits have expired, there are still some ways to reap tax benefits -- and yes, even credits -- on your current taxes. Let's start by examining a few of the systems you can install for a healthy tax break.
10: Heat Pumps
Let's jump right into some ways that your tax liability can benefit from energy upgrades. There are actually four different systems that will give you a tax credit, and the good news is very good: You can take the credit for each of them. That's right: 30 percent off the cost of each new or upgraded system. (And we'll see later how that deal is even sweeter, the more we dig into it.)
First up: geothermal heat pumps. Instead of using the air outside to heat or cool the house (and sometimes water), these little guys use the warmth of the earth to control temperatures in your residence. Many Energy Star qualified products are going to meet the requirements to get that sweet heat written off [source: Energy Star Tax].
9: Solar Panels
Want to cut your hot water costs in half while saving big money on your tax return? Upgrading your home to a solar water heating system also gets that 30 percent credit for energy-efficient systems, and it has the much-needed bonus of cutting carbon dioxide emissions in half [source: Energy Star Money]. But don't let the sun get off with such light duties (har!). You can take a whole other credit for installing solar panels for electricity.
By putting in photovoltaic or solar panels on your property, you are free to take another 30 percent of the cost as a credit. They're used to provide electricity for the home, and -- like the other products -- they must be placed in service before 2016 for you to get the credit.
8: Turbines
Who doesn't want to tilt at a windmill every once in a while? Keeps the imagination sharp, after all. But it's a lot more fun if you have a real one to spar with, so why not consider adding a wind turbine to the old homestead? You'll be rewarded handsomely in the form of yet another 30 percent credit of the cost.
Wind turbines are kind of used like solar electricity panels, in that they're converting energy to electricity. The small wind turbines you can install on your property use the wind's kinetic energy to produce electricity for your home. One thing to remember: It can't have a nameplate capacity (or maximum capacity) of more than 100 kilowatts to be considered a qualifying technology [source: Energy Star Wind].
7: Fuel Cells
Fuel cells, we'll see, qualify a little differently for energy efficiency deductions, but before we begin slashing our tax bills, let's have a word about how fuel cells work. Basically, these systems convert fuel into electricity using electrochemistry. (If you want to know a lot more about fuel cells, go for it.) So in this case, fuel cell technology is another way of getting more energy-efficient electricity into your home.
In the case of fuel cell systems, you can either take 30 percent of the cost (just like the other three) or calculate the kilowatt capacity for a credit. (You get $1,000 per kilowatt, as long as you have at least a 0.5-kilowatt capacity and at least 30 percent electricity-only generation [source: IRS 5695].) Unfortunately, the IRS will only let you take whichever option is the lesser amount.
6: Home Caveats
One other difference between fuel cells and the other three types of energy systems: You're only going to be able to apply the tax credit to fuel cells if you're installing the system in your main home. The IRS considers your main home to be where you live most of the time -- no summer places or winter getaways.
But wind turbines, solar systems and geothermal heating? You can apply the credits whether you install them in your main home or your other fancy lodges (or tin shacks, for that matter). Do know that if you install fuel cells in a home you share with someone other than a married spouse, you will both have to calculate your individual credit, so long as you're both contributing to the cost of the system [source: IRS 5695].
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Hybrids like the Prius aren't going to do you any tax favors, but plug-ins like the Leaf may.
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5: Includes Labor and Installation
There's another benefit to taking a credit on your energy efficiency upgrades. We're used to taking deductions or credits for the tangible items we buy. Say we are writing off a copier because we use it solely for work: We only deduct the cost of the machine. We can't deduct the cost of the labor and installation it takes to install it. (Listen, I don't know your copier situation. Wouldn't a professional have to install a real nice one?)
But with residential energy efficiency deductions? You don't just write off the cost of the system itself; you can also include the cost of labor and installation. Even hiring someone to wire or pipe the equipment to your home is part of the costs associated with the installation. (Just remember that the fuel cell credit might not be that whole 30 percent write-off if the kilowatt capacity is the smaller expense.)
4: Plug-in Vehicle Credits
It used to be that hybrid gas-electric vehicles earned you a tidy tax credit, but the credit soon expired after 60,000 qualifying cars were sold (the designated phase-out limit of the credit) [source: Motavalli]. But if you do buy a plug-in or all-electric vehicle, you're in the running for a huge credit.
Depending on your battery capacity, you can claim up to $7,500 for a tax credit if you've purchased a "qualified plug-in electric drive motor vehicle" (also known as an electric car). You can start with a $2,500 credit, but you can receive $417 in additional credit if your vehicle draws from a battery of at least 5 kilowatt-hours of capacity -- plus an additional $417 for each kilowatt-hour in excess of the five [source: IRS Plug-In]. Not sure if yours qualifies? Look at this handy chart the IRS has compiled for you to reference.
3: State Credits
Like we said, several federal tax breaks have ended in the past few years. (One big one, the Nonbusiness Energy Property Credit, gave credits for energy-efficient windows, stoves and insulation, among other updates. It could only be claimed through 2013.) But if you're trying to save energy and go a little greener, you still might have some luck if your state offers tax rebate or credit programs.
Luckily, there are some really easy ways to do this. In fact, there's a whole government website devoted to helping you find breaks for your residence or business. With the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE), you can simply look up your state to learn about any incentives available to you [source: DSIRE]. The Department of Energy also offers an easy look-up feature that allows you to search by type of system and eligibility status [source: DOE].
2: Charitable Electronics Recycling
Here's one tip that's a pretty clever way to find yourself some energy-efficient tax breaks on your return. And -- give yourself a pat on the back -- it's also going to help the environment and possibly someone in need.
You probably know that if you itemize your deductions (instead of taking the standard deductions), you can receive a deduction for any charitable donations. But if you're donating an electronic item or recycling it for reuse, you also get to claim it as a charitable donation. While some people might be tempted to throw their broken or used cell phones in the trash, it's pretty terrible for the environment. By donating it to an organization that can recycle or reuse it, you can take that tax break and know that you're as green as can be.
1: Save Income, Save Money
So let's leave on a tip we can all take. While this isn't an across-the-board tax break or credit, it's worth pointing out that by saving energy, we're paying less money for it -- and that means more money in our pockets. Consider it like decreasing your tax withholding: Save a chunk on utilities or energy bills, and that take-home pay is yours to keep.
But how to start? It's actually pretty simple. Energy Star–qualified products and appliances are the first step to creating a more energy-efficient home. The government-backed label means that they're guaranteed to meet certain specifications, and you'll be able to save money and energy by installing them. Remember that if you are searching for the tax breaks we mentioned before, Energy Star–endorsed products are going to meet the specifications you need for a credit. So whether you're installing a fancy new energy-efficient system or just replacing an appliance, you're going to save yourself some income either way -- a boon, any time of year.
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DSIRE. "Website." 2014. (Nov. 12, 2014) http://www.dsireusa.org/
Energy Star. "Federal Tax Credits for Consumer Energy Efficiency." 2014. (Nov. 12, 2014) http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=tax_credits.tx_index
Energy Star. "Save Money and More with Energy Star Qualified Solar Water Heaters." (Nov. 12, 2014) http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=solar_wheat.pr_savings_benefits
Energy Star. "Small Wind Turbines (Residential). (Dec. 6, 2014) http://www.energystar.gov/about/federal_tax_credits/small_wind_turbines
Internal Revenue Service (IRS). "Form 5695." 2013. (Nov. 12, 2014) http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f5695.pdf
Internal Revenue Service (IRS). "Plug-In Electric Drive Vehicle Credit (IRC 30D)." Feb. 13, 2014. (Nov. 12, 2014) http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Plug-In-Electric-Vehicle-Credit-(IRC-30-and-IRC-30D)
Internal Revenue Service (IRS). "Publication 526." 2013. (Nov. 12, 2014) http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p526.pdf
Internal Revenue Service (IRS). "Qualified Vehicles Acquired After 12-31-2009." June 23, 2014. (Nov. 12, 2014) http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Qualified-Vehicles-Acquired-after-12-31-2009
Motavelli, Jim. "Congress Fails to Renew Important Electric Vehicle Tax Credits." PluginCars. Jan. 10, 2014. (Nov. 12, 2014) http://www.plugincars.com/congress-fails-renew-important-ev-credits-129228.html
TurboTax. "Going Green? Top Tax Breaks" Intuit. 2013. (Nov. 12, 2014) https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Tax-Deductions-and-Credits/Going-Green--Top-Tax-Breaks/INF18052.html
TurboTax. "What are Energy Tax Credits?" Intuit. 2013. (Nov. 12, 2014) https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Tax-Deductions-and-Credits/What-Are-Energy-Tax-Credits-/INF14087.html
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Catalyst gift to augment insolvency law, restructuring expertise
October 22, 2015 By Jason Winders
The Catalyst Capital Group Inc. has committed up to $2.5 million to support a program at Western Law in insolvency law and corporate and financial restructuring. This is part of a $10-million program being developed by Catalyst dedicated to this area of research and education.
Over the next three years, the gift will support a wide range of programs, for students and professionals, alike, including the development of new academic curriculum, funds to attract distinguished lecturers and scholars, as well as support for student scholarships, awards and internships.
"Catalyst's generous gift will allow our faculty to enhance its research, teaching and student experience in this important area of law," Law Dean Iain Scott said. "We are committed to the creation and implementation of a top-tier program that will be of value to our students and the Canadian professional community, including the judiciary."
The Catalyst Capital Group Inc. is Canada's second largest private equity firm. The firm specializes in control and influence investments in distressed and undervalued Canadian situations and is widely regarded as a leader in its space.
"We believe Canada needs a world-class academic program for research and education in insolvency and restructuring, a hub for the creation and sharing of knowledge by and between scholars, practitioners and the judiciary," said Newton Glassman, Catalyst Capital Group Inc. founder, Managing Partner and CEO.
"We also believe that, along with the privilege of operating in this space in Canada, we have a responsibility to help develop this critical area of Canada's credit markets. We're very pleased to support the establishment of this new program and look forward to working with Western to see it come to life," he adds.
According to Scott, Canada needs to expand its knowledge of complex financial restructurings. With the support of the Catalyst, there is an opportunity to enhance that understanding to clarify the roles, rights, obligations and contributions of all stakeholders in insolvency situations, he concluded.
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This palette is the Valentine's Day gift we didn't even know we needed.
UPDATE 15/02/2018: Only yesterday did the Too Faced founder reveal the new Natural Lust palette. But now we've just received the news that it's about to be a whole collection! You can expect a bronzer compact and Cocoa Contour palette to accompany the stunning Natural Lust eyeshadow palette.
The Cocoa Contour palette consists of six stunning shades. There are three contour shades in a light contour, medium contour, deep contour and three highlight shades in a light height, medium highlight and deep highlight.
There is still no update on when these products will be launching but we will be sure to keep you updated!
Too Faced is pretty determined to make 2019 its year. It only just announced that the brand is working on a skincare line but this morning we woke up to yet another reveal. In fact, it's a revamp of an old product and it's already the best glow up of the year.
Introducing the new Natural Lust palette from Too Faced. This whopper of an eyeshadow palette consists of 30 brand spanking new shades. The original, called the Natural Love palette copped a bit of backlash for the abundance of pink shades and cool-toned browns. However, this updated product features a range of shades that will have you itching to get glammed up.
The shade range includes some natural browns, warm browns, peachy shades, gold tones, pink berry shades, deep colours and a peacock green that's destined to go all over my eyelid. The shade names stick to Too Faced's love of cheeky names like Peep Show, DM Me, Hot to Trot and Sassy Brassy – just to name a few of our favourites.
The brand hasn't announced any shadow formula changes. This means we can expect the pallette to have the same "rich, pigmented shadows" that offer true colour payoff. As a whole, there are 14 shimmer shades and 16 matte shades for you to play with.
The original palette also had 4.6/5 stars on the MECCA website so we think that's enough evidence to have faith in this palette's formula. We aren't the only ones obsessing over this reveal either as a bunch of Twitter users feel the same.
I want this, but I don't need this, but I'm gonna buy this.
When and where can you shop it?
After the success of the brand's Gingerbread Spice palette we're expecting this palette to be just as popular. There is no official launch date yet but we're sure it won't be too far off. If you want to shop Too Faced in Australia, it's available to purchase from MECCA and Cult Beauty.


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Amazon and Apple are being investigated by Germany's federal antitrust office
by Liam O'Brien
The Germans are coming.
At this point, Amazon and Germany's back-and-forth is becoming the stuff of legend. Remember that time Amazon's warehouse workers in Germany went on strike, then did it again, and again, and again? Or when German publishers pulled their books from Amazon warehouses? Or that time Amazon only paid .0004% of its German income in taxes, using a loophole they've since abandoned? How about when Germany created an e-reader to compete with the Kindle, and it apparently succeeded?
Harro ten Wolde at Reuters recently reported on the latest development in the endless saga between Amazon and Germany—but this time the squabble involves a third party tech giant: Apple.
Germany's Federal Cartel Office has begun an investigation into Apple Inc.'s arrangement with Amazon for purchasing audiobooks, the competition watchdog said in a statement on Monday.
It said both companies had a long-term agreement for the purchase of audio books by Apple from Amazon's Audible business for distribution via Apple's iTunes store.
This news comes several months after the European Commission announced their own antitrust probe, one centering on Amazon's European ebook sales.
An official statement from Andreas Mundt, the president of the Federal Cartel Office (or "Bundeskartellamt"), read:
Both companies hold a strong position in the market for digital audiobooks in Germany. We therefore see ourselves obliged to examine more closely the agreement between these two competitors. The audiobook publishers need to have sufficient alternative channels for the sale of their digital audiobooks. The proceedings were initiated following a complaint by the German Publishers and Booksellers Association (Börsenverein des Deutschen Buchhandels) which objects to various practices used by Audible, including its exclusive supply of audiobooks to Apple's iTunes Store. The Bundeskartellamt is in close contact with the European Commission, which has also received the complaint.
According to Reuters, over 90 percent of all audio books purchased in Germany were made via Audible/Amazon or iTunes, the latter are exclusively supplied by Audible. So it's understandable that German publishers would lobby the government to investigate—assuming that they're not too busy with their recent kerfuffle over sexy, sexy ebooks.
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AMPAS Makes $6M Donation To Help Motion Picture Employees Impacted By COVID-19
April 3, 2020 10:21am
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has pledged $6M to help those motion picture industry employees and their families who have been effected by the financial strain of the coronavirus.
Of that amount, $4M will be dispensed to The Actors Fund, which helps below the line workers and performers, and the Motion Picture & Television Fund. AMPAS will also give $2 million to the Academy Foundation to support its grants program.
"The Academy has a long history of supporting our colleagues, particularly during the most dire circumstances," said Academy President David Rubin. "As we face a pandemic, it's incumbent upon us to help those in the motion picture community who are suffering. The shutting down of productions, businesses and theaters has had devastating consequences. By contributing financially to The Actors Fund, MPTF, and the Academy Foundation's wonderful grants program, we can help provide our extended family with desperately needed assistance."
Academy CEO Dawn Hudson commented, "The Academy's primary focus right now is helping our community make it through this unprecedented crisis. With our donation, The Actors Fund and MPTF can bring emergency services — including financial assistance, housing, family care and counseling — to more people. Both are long-standing, safety net organizations with the expertise to mobilize and respond quickly. Additionally, the Academy Foundation's Grants Program will be able to continue its ongoing efforts to provide opportunity and funding for deserving, diverse storytellers in an even more effective way, and make sure these individuals feel supported during this time."
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Chrysler To Add 1,250 Jobs At Detroit Factories
"Our future, like the history of our brands, is interwoven with the City of Detroit," Chrysler Group Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne said.
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DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler will add 1,250 jobs at two Detroit factories next year — another sign that the once struggling automaker appears to be making a comeback.
The Jefferson North Assembly Plant will get 1,100 new workers and a third shift to help build a Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel model for North America. Another 150 workers will be added when Chrysler reopens the Conner Avenue factory to make a Street Racing Team version of the Dodge Viper muscle car.
"Our future, like the history of our brands, is interwoven with the City of Detroit," Chrysler Group Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne said Thursday in a statement. "We believe that investing in Detroit is not only the right thing to do, but it is a smart thing to do as we work to write the next chapter in our shared history."
Chrysler has been using gritty images of Detroit in advertising that highlights its resurgence from a 2009 trip through bankruptcy protection.
Each of the 1,250 new jobs will be filled by new hires. The third crew at the Jefferson plant will start early next year. The Conner Avenue factory reopens later this year.
"Our workers nationwide have had a rough couple of years along with the American auto industry and we are proud to be partners in building a future of success starting right here in Detroit," said United Auto Workers Vice President General Holiefield, who last year led the union's contract negotiations with Chrysler.
Detroit could use an infusion of new jobs.
In a financial and operational restructuring plan update presented Thursday to the Detroit City Council, Mayor Dave Bing's office pegged the city's official unemployment rate at about 24 percent. That's for people actively looking for work, said Kirk Lewis, chief of Governmental and Corporate Affairs.
"It could be as high as 40 percent of our citizens who don't have jobs," Lewis told reporters at a morning briefing.
A state-appointed review team is looking into Detroit's finances — a step in a process that could lead to Michigan taking over the city's government. A preliminary review determined there was "probable financial stress" in city government and that Detroit faces a general fund deficit of about $200 million.
A thousand city jobs will be cut in the coming weeks to save about $14 million.
Healthy domestic automakers could help fill the jobs vacuum.
Detroit and its suburbs are home to a number of car and truck plants owned by Chrysler, General Motors Co. and Ford Motor Co.
U.S. auto sales have risen for two years after dropping to 30-year lows in 2009, and they're expected to grow again this year. Interest rates are low. There are strong new products on the market, from small electric cars to luxury sedans. And automakers are turning profits again, nearly healed from the damage wrought by the 2009 bankruptcies and last year's Japanese earthquake.
AP auto writer Tom Krisher in Detroit contributed to this report.
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On the 29th October 2012 the Swimming Pools Amendment Act 2012 took effect. That Act regulates fencing and safety requirements for the owners of swimming pools in NSW.
As a result from 29 April 2015 any Contract for sale of a house or residential unit which includes a swimming pool must have attached to it a valid Swimming Pool Certificate of Compliance or an Occupation Certificate.
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If the Contract is rescinded by a Purchaser the Vendor must refund the deposit to the Purchaser.
Therefore, before residential premises can be marketed for sale, a complete Contract for Sale of Land must be prepared and if the property has a swimming pool, the Contract must have attached to it a valid Swimming Pool Certificate of Compliance or Occupation Certificate.
Under the new law a Council must carry out an inspection within 10 business days where an inspection is requested by a swimming pool owner for the purposes of sale or lease.
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Similarly from 29 April 2015 when a Landlord enters into a Residential Tenancy Agreement, the Landlord must ensure that the swimming pool on the premises is registered under the Swimming Pool Act and has a valid Certificate of Compliance or Occupation Certificate. The Certificate must be provided to the Tenant.
Failure on the part of a Landlord or the Landlord's agent to attach a Swimming Pool Certificate of Compliance to the Lease will give rise to a breach of the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 and could result in a penalty of $440.00 or a court imposed penalty of $2,200.00 for each offence.
Moreover, from 29 April 2015, where a residential lease of a property includes a swimming pool an additional clause must be added to the Lease informing the Tenant of the Landlord's obligations under the Swimming Pool Act.
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I find myself agreeing with John Searle (I came to the same conclusion as Searle independently, namely, that the human as computer assertion or computer [if sufficiently powerful] as human [or effectively human] is a metaphor (as the human as steam engine or universe as clock ideas were metaphors), probably an inevitable one (this is simply how humans seem to think; given the ubiquity of this particular type of machine [the computer] now, and its ability to act on highly complex sets of instructions to accomplish things in the world, a set of humans were bound to compare it to humans [first, then compare humans to it, then talk about humans as though they were only more powerful versions of the particular machine, etc.].
You can say whatever you'd like, but thinking something is alive or human or conscious or whatever does not make it so. I suppose it is fairer to say we simply cannot know, ultimately, whether something is alive in the same way that we are ourselves alive (conscious, sentient, however you'd like to describe it); saying, because we cannot really know, and the thing seems to be alive (sentient, conscious whatever) therefore it is, or may as well be, strikes me as wrong.
I simply do not accept the reductionist idea that life is just non-life that can compute and act with apparent volition, and that the only difference between a person and a software program is computing power and clever enough coding. (I also think it a monstrous idea; but that's a moral/aesthetic judgment, not an argument against the validity of the concept, so I'll leave it be).
What is it that drives your computations? (what makes a person want to go left rather than right, decide to write an essay rather than go skiing, etc.) Only living things have desire (as one of their characteristics), volition, drive; these things cannot be reduced to the product of "computation" however complex; they are qualitatively different from that.
Life is not just problem solving (something makes the living creature [not "entity;" a cat or a person is not a rock, a corporation or an iPad] decide to solve or attempt to solve one problem and not some other problem, experience something, abandon something else, etc.