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Life as we know it: Prejudice-Based Medicine?
Reasons for Judicial Review of the NICE Guideline on "CFS/ME"
aversion "therapy" was promoted as a "cure" for homosexuality. The "therapy"
"therapy" was "only undertaken where it is of the patients' own choice".
the psychiatrists to whom the RSM offered a platform prefer to call "CFS/ME"
longer cope with the extreme suffering.
as "a substantial burden on society".
relationship to ME/CFS than a pimple has to a malignant tumour.
chemotherapy (and) patients with multiple sclerosis".
system, the reproductive system and the ocular system.
a "pseudo-disease". It seems that NICE agrees.
Court by way of Judicial Review.
High Court in an attempt to justify what cannot logically be justified.
Codes used by all GPs also classify it as a neurological disorder.
convince the Court that its position in this regard is justified.
"modified" by NICE for the development of this particular Guideline.
justified in maintaining that NICE's "consensus" exercise was cosmetic.
citing the NICE Guideline as the reason.
June, there was standing room only.
Much emphasis is placed on supposed benefits of pretending to be sick.
* losing your middle-class lifestyle to scrape by on below-poverty-level disability benefits (if you're one of the lucky few who can get them.
* repeatedly being refused necessary assistance because you don't meet the criteria -- there's plenty of help out there if you have certain disabilities or diseases, but CFS isn't one of them. Every charity I've approached has told me I don't have the right problem. If the CFS led to me being in a wheelchair, I could get help, but as long as I'm fighting to stay on my own two feet because my house is not wheelchair-accessible, even the organization for the severely handicapped won't provide a volunteer.
Since my Unemployment benefits ran out in Summer 2000, I haven't gotten one cent of government benefit, and not one iota of assistance from any government agency. People who were hired to help -- being paid money that I could not really afford to pay them -- goofed off, stole from me, created bigger problems, or otherwise were more trouble than they were worth.
I don't have a houseful of servants: if I'm too sick to get out of bed and fix dinner, I go hungry.
Dorothy Wall wrote an excellent book describing her life with CFS, but the key there is "her life". Most of us don't have a doting husband to pay the bills, or a devoted daughter who cooks special meals and fixes a nice bath (which she helps us get into and gently tucks us into bed afterward). If, like me, you were stricken in your 20s and were advised that the physical stress of pregnancy might create permanent disability, you don't have children at all. Husbands complain "I didn't get married to cook and clean" and go in search of a healthy woman who can do all the housework and give them children. The problem is, the majority of us are using all our energies and resources simply to survive, and have nothing to spare for writing a book. Dorothy wouldn't have written her book, either, if she were responsible for doing everything around the house and paying all the bills.
Since my health is too unpredictable to take a job with set hours, my workload fluctuates. If my clients have work to give me, I do their work, earn the money to pay the bills, and ignore things like my blog. When they have no work for me, I blog, do extra housework, and run errands that I didn't have energy for the week before when I was working. If I were working to my full capacity every week, there would be no blog, because I'd use all my energy working, but since there are no guarantees in a freelance job, you can only work when work is offered to you, I can find time to do some blogging now and again.
Given my druthers, I'd be healthy enough to return to the full-time career I loved, which paid enough to buy anything I wanted and go on vacations. I wouldn't be spending most of my time confined to an area the size of my bed, begging doctors for the prescriptions that would get me well (which, for some reason, they don't want to give me), pinching pennies so that I can afford the prescription if I ever get it, and wondering if I have it in me to get to the kitchen to heat a bowl of soup or if I'm going to collapse on the floor before I get there.
Frankly, I don't see one shred of reason for me to "pretend to be sick". I'm not getting any attention ... I got a heckuva lot more attention back when I was healthy enough to do volunteer work, be interviewed by journalists, be praised by employers. All the benefits that they like to claim are there to encourage people to "act the sick role" aren't really there, not in my life and not in the lives of a lot of other patients.
The ones who really need the therapy to change their thought processes aren't the patients, it's the people who tell us that we're enjoying this lifestyle too much to give it up. Betcha if I offered to tie one of them to the bed and inflict pain 24/7 to make sure that they can't sleep for years, they wouldn't find it in the least enjoyable. Not even if I offered to pay them the few hundred bucks that people get from SSDI. There's not enough money in the world to make me voluntarily put up with the disruption this has caused in my life and the constant pain that goes with it.
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This 1756 Bible is covered in goatskin and has metal clips to hold it together when closed. This is an interesting way to bind a Bible. This type binding is called "do-si-do". Google says that, "A do-si-do book, like the square dancing move with your partner, swings between two signatures. These books are like two books in one and are excellent for dual purposes, like drawings and notes, or double themes like opposites or pairs." I may try this someday when I get bored. That's code for never.


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French producer and distributor Cyber Group Studios has inked a new deal for its preschool hit Zou with PBS Kids Sprout in the U.S. The 104 x 11″ series will premiere on Sprout during The Sunny Side Up Show on September 2, 2013.
Zou premiered on Disney Junior UK in May 2012. In one year the series became a worldwide success, which led to the production of the second season of the series. Zou has been sold in more than 140 territories and broadcasted in 24 different languages throughout the world.
The series, produced by Cyber Group Studios and Scrawl Studios for Disney EMEA, is based on a book by Michel Gay. The show centers on the adventures of a lovable 5-year old zebra Zou, together with his family and friend Elzee living in a Zebra town. It was awarded the first prize in Television Animation at the 29th Chicago International Children's Film Festival (CICFF) in 2012.
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The EQA: Electric Athlete in Compact Format
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EQA is the name of the new entry-level model to the all-electric world of Mercedes-EQ vehicles. The electro-aesthetics of its design are indicative of the Progressive Luxury of the Mercedes-EQ brand. Smart assistants support the driver in many areas: for example with respect to accident avoidance, the anticipatory and therefore particularly efficient operating strategy, and Navigation with Electric Intelligence. In addition, the car features various exceptional Mercedes-Benz functions, such as ENERGIZING Comfort and MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience). The EQA is a member of the successful compact car family from Mercedes-Benz. A close relation of the GLA, it delivers all the thrilling characteristics of that vehicle, combined in this case with an efficient electric powertrain. The new EQA is being built in Rastatt (Germany) and Beijing (China). The battery systems for the EQA are supplied by the Mercedes-Benz subsidiary Accumotive in Kamenz. The battery factory in Jawor, Poland, is also preparing to produce battery systems for the compact Mercedes-EQ models. From the spring of 2021, the electric SUV will be available from the European dealerships.
"Mercedes-EQ aspires to take the lead in the field of electric drive systems and vehicle software. To this end, we have defined some ambitious product development goals and resolved to push forward with the accelerated market introduction of new technologies", says Markus Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG; responsible for Daimler Group Research and Mercedes-Benz Cars COO. "The new EQA allows us to show the way we envisage e-mobility as tailored to the needs of our customers. We will offer a whole family of EQA models, with output ranging from 140 through to more than 200 kW, and with front-wheel as well as all-wheel drive. And for those for whom the issue of range is particularly important, our portfolio will in due course also include a special version of the EQA with a radius of more than 500 kilometres according to WLTP[1]. The EQA proves that, by using a tried and tested architecture, it is possible to achieve an excellent compromise between performance, costs and time to market."
The EQA is being launched as the EQA 250 (combined electric consumption: 15.7 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 0 g/km)[2] with 140 kW and a range according to NEDC of 486 kilometres[3]. The "double-decker" lithium-ion battery, which sits as a structural element within the underbody of the vehicle, has an energy content of 66.5 kWh. In order to meet the high standard of noise and vibration comfort that is such a hallmark of the brand, complex measures have been taken to isolate the electric powertrain from the chassis and body. Numerous damping measures enhance this effect.
The EQA 250 will be available in Germany at prices from 47,540.50 euros[4]. Based on the net list price of 39,950 euros, customers can avail themselves of the environmental bonus of 6000 euros offered by the federal government and 3000 euros from Mercedes-Benz as the manufacturer.
"Progressive design and intuitive operation are two of the highlights of the EQA. With this car, for the first time we are offering our customers an all-electric Mercedes in the compact segment with an extensive range that ensures its viability in everyday use. As such, the new EQA is an important vehicle along our path towards the electrification of all our vehicle segments", says Britta Seeger, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG, responsible for Mercedes-Benz Cars Marketing and Sales.
"Thanks to MBUX, our vehicles these days have become mobile assistants. With the EQA we take things a step further: clever support functions such as Navigation with Electric Intelligence are integrated here into MBUX, making it even easier to use", emphasises Sajjad Khan, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz AG, CASE. "Furthermore, the EQA shows how we have been able to reconcile a state-of-the-art and sustainable electric drive system with the Mercedes-Benz core value of Safety."
Electro-aesthetics of the design signalise Progressive Luxury
The EQA features the black panel radiator grille with central star that is the hallmark of Mercedes-EQ. A further distinctive design feature of the all-electric world of Mercedes-EQ vehicles is the continuous light strip at front and rear. A horizontal fibre-optic strip connects the daytime running lights of the full-LED headlamps, ensuring a high level of recognisability both in daylight and at night. The inside of the headlamps is finished to a high level of quality, detail and precision. Blue colour highlights within the headlamp reinforce the signature Mercedes-EQ appearance. The LED tail lamps merge seamlessly into the tapered LED light strip, thus underlining the impression of width in the rear view of the EQA. The licence plate has also been relocated to the bumper. Exclusive to this model are light-alloy wheels in a bi- or tri-colour design, up to 20 inches in size, in some cases with rosé gold-coloured or blue decorative trim.
"Progressive Luxury in its sportiest form. An all-electric SUV designed for the sustainable mobility of the future has been born, in the shape of the compact, modern EQA", says Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer of Daimler AG. "The perfect proportions of the exterior and a spectacular interior set new standards."
An indication of the electric character in the interior of the EQA is provided, depending on the design and equipment line, by a new-style back-lit trim element and rosé gold-coloured decorative trim on the ventilation outlets, seats and the vehicle key. The Edition 1 special model additionally features perforated leather seats, through which blue fabric can be seen. The instruments, with their electric car-specific displays, pick up on the same colour scheme with rosé gold-coloured and blue highlights.
The seating position is high and upright, as is typical for an SUV – making it not only comfortable for getting in and out, but also good in terms of all-round visibility. Utility value was one of the general focuses during development. The rear seat backrest is 40:20:40 split-folding.
Efficiency is the key factor, from the aerodynamics through to Navigation with Electric Intelligence
With a Cd value from 0.28, the EQA achieves an excellent result. The frontal area A totals 2.47 m2. Among the most important aerodynamic measures are the completely closed cooling air control system in the upper section, the aerodynamically efficient front and rear aprons, a very smooth, almost completely enclosed underbody, specially optimised Aero wheels and specifically adapted front and rear wheel spoilers.
The standard heat pump forms part of the sophisticated thermal management system. With its numerous innovative details, such as the reuse of the waste heat from the electric drive system, the system is configured for exceptional efficiency and thus maximum range. It is also possible to set the pre-entry climate control for the interior of the EQA before starting. This function is controlled directly from the MBUX infotainment system or via the Mercedes me App.
Adding to the general ease of using the EQA on a day-to-day basis is the standard feature of Navigation with Electric Intelligence. This calculates the fastest route to the given destination. On the basis of continual range simulations, the system makes allowance for any necessary charging stops as well as for numerous other factors, such as the topography and the weather. It is also able to react dynamically to changes, for instance in the traffic situation or personal driving style.
With Mercedes me Charge, customers have access to what is currently the world's biggest charging network: this currently comprises more than 450,000 AC and DC charging points across 31 countries. Mercedes me Charge allows Mercedes-EQ customers convenient use of the charging stations of various providers, while they also benefit from an integrated payment function with simple billing processes.
By means of high-quality certificates of origin, Mercedes-Benz guarantees that energy from renewable resources is fed into the grid for charging current sourced via Mercedes me Charge. Mercedes me Charge enables customers to charge at more than 175,000 public charging points throughout Europe; Mercedes-Benz ensures a subsequent offset with green power
Technical data[5]:
EQA 250
Drive system layout Front
Electric motor, front axle Model Asynchronous motor
Rated output kW 140
Rated torque Nm 375
Acceleration 0-100 km/h s 8.9
Top speed[6] km/h 160
Battery capacity, usable (NEDC) kWh 66.5
Combined fuel consumption (NEDC)[7] kWh/100 km 15.7
NEDC range3 km 486
Charging time[8] at wallbox or at public charging stations (AC charging) h 5:45
Charging time[9] at rapid-charging station (DC) min 30
Intelligent driving assistance systems with cooperative support from the driver, exceptional crash safety
Included as standard on board are Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Brake Assist. In many situations the purpose of the latter is to prevent a collision by autonomous braking, or to mitigate its consequences. The system is also able to brake for stationary vehicles and crossing pedestrians at typical city speeds. The enhanced functions of the Driving Assistance Package include, for example, the turning manoeuvre function, the emergency corridor function, the exit warning function alerting the driver to approaching cyclists or vehicles, and a warning when pedestrians are detected near zebra crossings.
The EQA is also a true Mercedes when it comes to passive safety. On the basis of the robust structure of the GLA, the body of the EQA was adapted to meet the particular demands that face an electric car. The battery sits within a frame made out of extruded sections. This takes on a structural function which until now was handled by the cross members in the underfloor. A battery guard in the front area of the battery is able to prevent the energy storage unit from being pierced by foreign objects. Naturally the EQA also had to go through the brand's normal and very thorough crash test programme. Stringent requirements for the battery and all components carrying electrical current also apply.
Superior level of equipment, instruments with displays specific to Mercedes-EQ
Included as standard is the intuitively operated MBUX infotainment system (Mercedes-Benz User Experience). MBUX can be individually configured with the help of various options. Key advantages of the system: the powerful computer, brilliant screens and graphics, customisable presentation, full-colour head-up display (optional equipment), navigation with augmented reality (optional equipment), learning software and voice control activated by the keyword "Hey Mercedes".
The Mercedes-EQ tile in the media display can be used to call up menus relating to charging options, electrical consumption and energy flow. The right-hand display within the instrument cluster is a wattmeter rather than a rev counter. The upper section shows the percentage of power used, the lower section the recuperation. The left-hand instrument can be used to show whether the destination can be reached without an interim charging stop. The colours change according to the driving situation: During a boost process, for example, the display changes to white. Depending on mood, or to match the particular interior, the user has a choice of four different styles. The Progressive variant includes a special Mercedes-EQ colour scheme
The comprehensive standard specification of the EQA includes such features as LED High Performance headlamps with Adaptive Highbeam Assist, the EASY-PACK tailgate with electrically operated opening and closing, 18-inch light-alloy wheels, ambient lighting with 64 colours, a double cup holder, luxury seats with four-way adjustable lumbar support, a reversing camera for added convenience and a better overview when manoeuvring, and a multifunction sports steering wheel in leather. The new model can be personalised with either of the two design and equipment lines AMG Line and Electric Art, as well as with the Night Package.
Trailer coupling with quick and easy unlocking
A trailer coupling with ESP® trailer stabilisation is available as an option for the EQA. A particularly convenient feature is the electric unlocking system for the ball coupling. The unlocking switch and indicator lamp are located within the tailgate. Once the ball coupling has been unlocked it can either be pivoted out or, when not in use, pivoted back behind the bumper trim. The towing capacity (unbraked/ braked) of the EQA 250 is 750 kilograms, the tongue weight 80 kilograms. The trailer coupling has been approved for use with a bicycle rack. The all-wheel-drive models will offer an even higher towing capacity.
[1] The WLTP details on the stated vehicles are based on the consumption and CO₂ figures valid in the German market and are to be understood as indicative information. Depending on the chosen equipment, the specific vehicle can lie between the "WLTP Minimum CO₂/Consumption Value" and the "WLTP Maximum CO₂/Consumption Value". A higher figure may apply as the basis for calculating the motor vehicle tax. The stated figures were determined in accordance with the prescribed measuring method. They are "WLTP CO₂ figures" as per Article 2 No. 3 Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/1153. The consumption figures were calculated based on these figures.
[2] The electrical consumption and the range have been determined on the basis of Commission Regulation (EC) 692/2008. The power consumption is dependent upon the vehicle configuration. Further information on the official fuel consumption and the official specific CO2 emissions of new passenger cars can be found in the "Leitfaden über den Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch neuer Personenkraftwagen" [Guide on the fuel economy, CO₂ emissions and power consumption of all new passenger car models], which is available free of charge at all sales outlets and from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH at www.dat.de.
[3] According to WLTP the figure is 426 kilometres.
[4] Manufacturer's recommended retail price, including 19 % VAT
[5] The WLTP figures for the models listed applicable to the German market can be found at the end of the section. This information can be retrieved on a market-by-market basis from the relevant national Mercedes-Benz websites.
[6] Electronically limited
[7] Power consumption and range have been determined on the basis of Commission Regulation (EC) 692/2008. Power consumption and range depend on the vehicle configuration. Further information on the official fuel consumption and the official specific CO2 emissions of new passenger cars can be found in the "Leitfaden über den Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch neuer Personenkraftwagen" [Guide on the fuel economy, CO₂ emissions and power consumption of all new passenger car models], which is available free of charge at all sales outlets and from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH at www.dat.de.
[8] The charging times are for a 10-100% full charge at a wallbox or public charging station (AC connection with at least 11 kW, 16 A per phase)
[9] The charging times are for 10-80% full charge at a DC rapid charging station with a supply voltage of 400 V, current at least 300 A.
The following WLTP details on the stated vehicle are based on the consumption and CO2 figures valid in the German market and are to be understood as indicative information.
Depending on the chosen equipment, the specific vehicle can lie between the "WLTP Minimum CO₂/Consumption Value" and the "WLTP Maximum CO₂/Consumption Value".
A higher figure may apply as the basis for calculating the motor vehicle tax.
WLTP CO2 emissions
combined, max./min.
(g/km)[1] WLTP combined electrical consumption, max./min.
(kWh/100 km)1 Electric range
total (km)1
EQA 250 0 17.7 426
[1] The stated figures are the measured "WLTP CO2 figures" in accordance with Article 2 No. 3 Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/1153. Electrical consumption and range were determined on the basis of Commission Regulation (EU) No. 2017/1151. Electrical consumption and range are dependent on the vehicle configuration, and in particular on the selected maximum speed restriction.
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It's true and our young people should be taught to believe it, and our teachers and guidance counselors should remember it everyday they work with a student who seems uninspired. If you know someone who attends a Lake County school, attended, attends or is considering attending Lake Sumter State College, they should read this.
In late September Phil Baran was awarded a McCarthar Foundation Fellowship. The MacArthur Fellowship is a five-year grant to individuals who show exceptional creativity in their work and the prospect for still more in the future. The fellowship is designed to provide recipients with the flexibility to pursue their creative activities in the absence of specific obligations or reporting requirements. There are no limits on age or area of activity. Individuals cannot apply for this award; they must be nominated.
Yeah? So Who is Baran?
Baran was born in 1977 in the northern New Jersey town of Denville, about 40 miles from New York City. But his early childhood bore no inkling of his future interest in chemistry.
Mt. Dora High School / Lake Sumter Nurture a "Terrible Student" into a Genius
"When I went to school I was a terrible student," says Baran. "I remember not being very interested and I wasn't really good at anything. I just liked to play and build Legos. I wasn't very good with social skills. . . I was pretty much not good at anything." Not until high school and a move to Central Florida did Baran realize his special skills.
His Mount Dora High School guidance counselor urged him during sophomore year to take an astronomy course at nearby Lake-Sumter Community College. He enjoyed it so much that he pursued dual enrollment for his final three years."All of a sudden when I was in high school and started learning more about chemistry, I really enjoyed the experiments there to the point where something took over me," said Baran. "I realized this was more essential to me than oxygen."
From Scooping Ice Cream to Creating Affordable Cures
While remarkable enough that Baran completed an associate's degree three weeks before high school graduation, he did so while working 30-plus hours a week at a Friendly's Restaurant. "I never had a silver spoon, never got anything for free, and [have] supported my mom to this day. I only recently paid off my college debt."
By typical scientific metrics alone, Baran is thoroughly impressive. He trained with two of most notable organic chemists of our time, Scripps' K.C. Nicolaou and Nobel laureate E.J. Corey at Harvard, earning his Ph.D. at 24, an independent laboratory position at 26, and tenure at 28. (For comparison, the average age for biomedical researchers receiving their first independent NIH grant is 42.)
Baran has also devised a scalable and more economical route to synthesis of ouabagenin, a steroid indicated for the treatment of congestive heart failure, enabling broader use of a treatment option whose production costs put it out of reach for most patients. Baran's research is not only enhancing our ability to make fundamental structures for a broad range of medicines and materials, but is also strengthening the intellectual foundations of organic chemistry.
Of course congratulations are in order for Phil Baran, but let's not forget to congratulate the educators of Lake County, Mt. Dora High School, and Lake Sumter State College. I'm tired of hearing LSCC dumped on as some kind of less-than-desirable choice for students in Lake County to begin their higher education. It's simply not true. I know many people who I highly respect that received their first higher education degree there and I am not surprised that a LSCC graduate has now shown up on the National / International stage. It was only a matter of time and I doubt that Baran will be the last.
Not Just A Genius: Organic Chemist And New MacArthur Fellow, Dr. Phil Baran – Forbes.
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The 2019 season is on the horizon, but there are a plethora of overpaid talents in the MLB. Within this segment, we explore who across the league is making more than their actual value.
The Arizona Diamondbacks don't necessarily hold an "overpaid" talent, but for Jake Lamb, it's important to note that he is coming off season-ending shoulder surgery from August. In a year that limited Lamb to 207 AB, he managed a career-low .222 BA. With Paul Goldschmidt now in St. Louis, Lamb is expected to play first base going into next season, but will struggle during stretches of the new campaign.
Although Julio Teheran has thrown for 175+ innings in each of the last 6 seasons for the Atlanta Braves, he has not reached his full potential. Through that stretch, Teheran has totaled a record of 66-61, and his career ERA to date sits at a 3.64. Nearing the end of a 6-year deal inked back in 2014, Teheran likely won't see his club option exercised in 2020 for a total value of $12M.
In 2016, the Baltimore Orioles cemented a deal with 1B Chris Davis that is now regarded as one of the worst contracts in MLB history. Currently signed through the 2022 season, Davis is still owed over $84M. In 2018, Davis continued to regress, finishing with 192 SO. That strikeout total marked the 7th consecutive season that Davis has finished in the top six in that respective category.
An ongoing knee injury limited Dustin Pedroia to 11 AB in 2018, but he is still labeled as the second-highest paid second baseman behind New York Mets' Robinson Cano. Still owed over $41M on his current contract, Pedroia is expected to return at some point in 2019. In the meantime, utility players in Brock Holt and Eduardo Nunez will seek to fill the void.
With 500+ AB in each of the last 4 seasons, Cincinnati Reds Joey Votto is finally starting to show decline at the age of 35. Signed through the 2023 season, Votto saw his BA slip from .320 to .284, and his HR total declined from 36 to 12 in the same period. Although the veteran led the NL with his .417 OBP in 2018, Votto isn't the same centerpiece he used to be in the past.
Although the Chicago Cubs have a 2016 World Series memory to keep hold of, most would care to forget about the signing of OF Jason Heyward. His defensive standing has dipped as of late, and his 8 HR were the 2nd-lowest of his career. With $118.5M still left in his current contract (barring opt-outs), Heyward heads into the 2019 season as the 3rd-highest paid outfielder in the game.
The Chicago White Sox don't hold a player signed past the 2020 season outside of Tim Anderson, so it's difficult to pinpoint an "overpaid" talent. In December, the White Sox acquired SP Ivan Nova in exchange for minor-league SP Yordi Rosario and international signing finances, but it won't do much justice. During his time with the Pirates, Nova held a starting record of 25-25 and an ERA of 4.00.
In his one year with the Philadelphia Phillies, DH Carlos Santana saw his BA slip to a career-low .229. In his return to the Cleveland Indians, expect for Santana to be a solid re-addition to the lineup. Still, had the 32-year old hit free agency this winter, he would not be worth $20.3M.
After signing a 5-year, $70M deal with the Colorado Rockies, Ian Desmond has not lived up to his potential. Among qualified seasons, Desmond put up a career-low amount of hits in 2018, and his .307 OBP was his lowest since 2015. With the plan to play both infield and outfield in 2019, Desmond doesn't hold a value near $15M.
Labeled as a clear Hall of Fame talent, the $30M cap hit in 2019 is only a minimal portion of what the Detroit Tigers owe Miguel Cabrera. Signing an 8-year extension with the Tigers back in 2014, Cabrera was limited to 134 AB in 2018 due to a ruptured left bicep tendon. Dating back to his 2017 campaign, Cabrera totaled a .249 BA, which was a career-low. In addition, Cabrera's totals in hits (117) and HR (16) that year were his lowest since his rookie campaign in 2003 with the Florida Marlins.
Although Yulieski Gurriel is a solid everyday first baseman for the Houston Astros, his numbers don't exactly stand out with $10.4M on the line in 2019. In comparison from 2018 to 2017, Gurriel's numbers in hits, 2B, HR, and OBP all saw a decrease, while he also led the NL in double plays grounded into with 22. Although Gurriel was playing through a bad knee last season, the hope is that consistency is on the horizon.
After signing a 5-year, $70M deal with the Kansas City Royals in 2016, Ian Kennedy hasn't been worth half of what he is valued at in 2019. Since joining the Royals, Kennedy has posted a starting record of 19-33 with a career-low (among qualified season) 105 SO in 2018. While the contract of SP Danny Duffy is equally bad, Kennedy has less of a chance to bounce back in his age 34 season.
Viewed as a Hall of Fame talent, it's still difficult to justify Albert Pujols' $28M cap hit in 2019. With the emergence of Shohei Ohtani at the DH position, it's unclear on how much playing time Pujols will receive. Still, the 39-year old is owed $87M over the next 3 seasons.
The contract of Kanley Jansen is fairly new, and he does hold a player option after the 2019 season concludes. The season of 2017 gave Jansen an All-Star nomination, as well as MVP and Cy Young votes, but 2018 was a train wreck of sorts. Jansen allowed a career-high 13 HR in 69 IP, and although he finished with 38 saves, his 5 losses last year account for 38.4% of his career losses through 9 seasons.
While the Miami Marlins are in the midst of a rebuild, Wei-Yin Chen stands out as the most expensive member of the roster. With a career-high 12 losses in 2018, Chen also allowed 47 BB, which was his highest since his rookie campaign in 2012. Coming into the new year, Chen is owed more than valuable names in Corey Kluber, Chris Sale, and Jacob deGrom.
Having been part of the Milwaukee Brewers organization since 2007, Ryan Braun has spent the last 2 seasons in the twilight stages of his career. The 2018 season marked a career-low for Braun in both BA (.254) and OBP (.313). For a player that was marked as an All-Star for 5 of the first 6 years of his career, Braun will still look to be a valued member of the Brewers this season.
Under a one-year deal, there is essentially no risk to the contract of Kyle Gibson for the Minnesota Twins. However, the numbers don't lie when it comes to being overpaid. Gibson finished each of the last 5 seasons with 10+ losses, but 2018 happens to be the year he posted a career-low 3.62 ERA. With nearly 1,000 career innings under his belt, it's difficult to justify paying Gibson $8.1M to lose more than he'll win in 2019.
A notable name in this segment, Yoenis Cespedes is nearing the end of a 4-year, $110M deal signed back in 2017. Since signing his extension, Cespedes has been riddled with injuries that have forced him to miss a combined 205 games over the last 2 seasons. Cespedes enters the 2019 as the second-highest paid outfielder in the game behind Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout.
With over $42M guaranteed over the next two seasons, the New York Yankees have been desperate in finding a trade suitor for Jacoby Ellsbury. Although he stands as a lifetime .284 batter, Ellbury has not taken the field since September 30th of 2017.
Onto his 8th MLB franchise in 12 seasons, Joakim Soria is currently under a 2-year deal with the Oakland Athletics. With a recent history of spending on unproven relievers, Soria's best years left him during his reign from 2007-10 with the Kansas City Royals.
With an opt-out clause available after the 2019 season, most aren't aware the Philadelphia Phillies can void Jake Arrieta's clause by exercising options in 2021 and 2022 at $20M annually. With an ERA of 3.96 in 2018, it seems unlikely that Philadelphia will retain Arrieta for the long-haul.
During his time with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2018, Chris Archer went 3-3 with a 4.30 ERA. With a career-high 1.375 WHIP last season as well, Archer faces a team option at the end of the season. Pending a turnaround, the 30-year old may be forced to find a new home during free agency.
Cementing an 8-year, $144M deal with the San Diego Padres in 2018, Eric Hosmer finished last year with his lowest BA since 2012 (.253), his lowest OBP since 2014 (.322), and his lowest RBI count since 2014 (69). For a player ranked 6th in terms of salary among first basemen, Hosmer has been underwhelming to date.
Over the last 2 seasons, Jeff Samardzija has totaled a starting record of 10-20. With a disappointing career ERA of 4.17, Samardzija faced a season filled with injuries in 2018. If the 34-year old can return to full health, perhaps he can hold his own this season.
Owed nearly $60M over the next 3 seasons, Kyle Seager did not live up to his 7-year, $100M contract last season. The 2018 campaign saw Seager total a career-low in BA (.221) and OBP (.273), and he also posted his lowest SLG since 2011 (.400). Normally viewed as a 25-HR batter, Seager posted under that total (22) for the first time since 2013. Now sidelined until May, Seager's value continues to spiral downwards.
With $49.5M owed to Dexter Fowler over the next 3 seasons, his 289 AB last season were his lowest since his 2008 rookie campaign. With Tyler O'Neill and Jose Martinez eligble to play in right field, it's entirely possible that the 32-year old may lose his starting gig with the St. Louis Cardinals.
The Tampa Bay Rays don't mind the contract of Kevin Kiermaier, considering he is one of the more reliable defensive outfielders in today's game. However, Kiermaier hasn't seen 400+ AB since the 2015 season, and his OBP of .282 was a career low in 2018.
Although Elvis Andrus is not considered a power hitter by any means, 2018 saw a clear dip in his offensive statistics. Andrus saw a career-low in BA (.256) and OBP (.308) last season, and after 2019, he holds a player option that could keep him in Texas through the 2022 season.
Facing arbitration after the 2019 season, Marcus Stroman was held to only 19 games last year. With a career-high 5.54 ERA in 2018, Stroman was better suited in 2017. In his age 27 season, this is a make or break season for Stroman with the Toronto Blue Jays.
Ranked as the most expensive player in all of baseball, Stephen Strasburg could potentially accept his player option, eventually paying him $45M in his age 34 season. However, his 3.74 ERA is a career-high, and his 130 IP is his lowest since the 2015 campaign.


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What are Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac?
How these enterprises support homeownership in America
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are government-sponsored enterprises (GSE) whose missions are to help support homeownership and rental housing in the United States. Fannie and Freddie do this by ensuring there is "liquidity" in the housing market – which means lenders have enough money to make home loans at reasonable rates to people who want mortgages and who qualify for them.
How do Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac work?
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are not mortgage lenders and they do not lend money to people to buy or refinance homes. Instead, Fannie and Freddie buy mortgages from lenders which they turn into mortgage-back securities and sell to investors. (This is sometimes called the "secondary mortgage market.") By buying mortgages, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac help lenders get the money they need to offer more mortgages to more customers.
What is Fannie Mae?
Fannie Mae is a nickname for the Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA) which was chartered by Congress in 1938 to be a source of affordable financing. Fannie buys 30-year fixed conventional loans for single family homes. Fannie also supports financing for multi-family homes.
The name "Fannie Mae mortgages" generally refers to conventional loans that meet the credit, income, and financial standards that make them eligible to be purchased by Fannie Mae. These mortgages can also be called "conforming loans."
What is Freddie Mac?
Freddie Mac is a nickname for the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC) which was chartered by Congress in 1970 to be an additional source of affordable financing. Like Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac focuses on buying mortgages for single family homes that conform to its credit, income, and financial standards while also supporting financing for multi-family homes. There are some differences in the standards Fannie and Freddie use to decide which mortgages are eligible for purchase too.
What is Ginnie Mae?
Ginnie Mae is a wholly owned government corporation that supports financing for mortgages guaranteed by agencies of the federal government such as VA loans and FHA loans. Ginnie Mae does this by buying mortgages which it sells on the secondary mortgage market to investors, similar to the way Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac operate.
Ginnie Mae is the nickname of the Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA), which was created in 1968 when Fannie Mae was divided into two organizations. At this time, Fannie Mae turned its focus to purchasing conventional loans and Ginnie Mae was created to purchase government-back mortgages. Ginnie Mae's parent agency is the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
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Other prisoners
HVDs
EITs
Wrongfully detained
European complicity
Ali al-Hajj al-Sharqawi
Photo: JTF-GTMO Detainee Assessment
Nationality: Yemeni
Date of birth: 26 May 1974
Place of birth: Taiz, Yemen
Aliases: Riyadh the Facilitator, Abdul Qadir, al-Mudhafar, Aziz, Hassan, Haytham, Riyadh al-Taizi, Abu Talha al-Yemeni, Sharqawi Ali Abdu al-Hajj
Capture: Karachi, Pakistan, 7 February 2002
Captured alongside: 16 others, all taken to Guantánamo Bay
SSCI prisoner number: 93
Entered CIA custody: 8 January 2004
Period of CIA custody: 120-129 days
Left CIA custody: 10 May 2004 – 16 May 2004
Detained: Pakistan, Afghanistan, Jordan, Afghanistan, Guantánamo Bay
Current status: detained, Guantánamo Bay
Capture, Karachi, Pakistan
7 February – mid-February 2002
Detention, unknown location, Pakistan or Afghanistan (possibly)
11/15 February 2002
Rendition, Afghanistan-Jordan
15 February 2002 – 8 January 2004
Detention, GID facility, Jordan
Rendition, Jordan-Afghanistan
8 January – May 2004
Detention, Dark Prison, Afghanistan
Transfer, Dark Prison – Bagram Airbase, Afghanistan
May - 19 September 2004
Detention, Bagram Airbase, Afghanistan
Rendition, Afghanistan – Guantánamo Bay
19 September 2004 – Present
Detention, DOD facility, Guantánamo Bay
Ali al-Hajj al-Sharqawi is currently a detainee in Guantánamo Bay, and spent over two-and-a-half years prior to this disappeared within the US secret prison network. He is accused by the US Government of being as 'senior al-Qaeda facilitator', recruiting bodyguards for bin Laden and having ties with 9/11 planners.
Al-Sharqawi was captured in Karachi, Pakistan, on 7 February 2002, in a raid on a 'suspected al-Qaeda safe house' by Pakistani intelligence (ISI) and US forces. 16 others were captured in the raid, all of whom were eventually transferred to Guantánamo Bay. According to the SSCI report, al-Sharqawi was then transferred to [redacted] custody on [redacted] February 2002. From al-Sharqawi's own testimony plus matching rendition aircraft movements, it is clear that he was rendered to Jordanian custody in mid-February 2002.
Flight data analysed by The Rendition Project has identified a flight circuit by the known renditions aircraft with tail number N379P which may have included a flight between Afghanistan and Jordan in mid-February 2002. The CIA-owned Gulfstream V jet left the US on 6 February, the day before al-Sharqawi's capture, and flew via Europe to Dubai. There it disappeared from view, suggesting that it continued away from European airspace. It then appeared again in Amman, Jordan on 11 February, before flying to the UK and then Iraq. From Iraq it disappeared again, before reappearing in Jordan for a second time, on 15 February. Although not documented, a flight from Afghanistan to Jordan on either 11 or 15 February (or both) would fit with the known movements of this aircraft, and also with al-Sharqawi's likely transfer date.
In Jordan, al-Sharqawi was held at the GID Headquarters in Wadir Sir, Amman for almost two years, from February 2002 until January 2004. For most of this time, he was held alongside Hassan bin Attash, who was rendered to Jordan in September 2004. During his detention, al-Sharqawi penned a long account of his treatment and signed it with his thumbprint. This note was smuggled out in 2003 and handed to Joanne Mariner from Human Rights Watch. The organisation also has a statement of his treatment written by al-Sharqawi in 2006. Both sources provide a shocking account of his torture in Jordan.
Al-Sharqawi's account of torture in Jordan
I was being interrogated all the time, in the evening and in the day. I was shown thousands of photos, and I really mean thousands, I am not exaggerating .... And in between all this you have the torture, the abuse, the cursing, humiliation. They had threatened me with being sexually abused and electrocuted. I was told that if I wanted to leave with permanent disability both mental and physical, that that could be arranged. They said they had all the facilities of Jordan to achieve that. I was told that I had to talk, I had to tell them everything.
They beat me in a way that does not know any limits. They threatened me with electricity, with snakes and dogs. They say we'll make you see death. They threatened to rape me.
He also said that his interrogators acknowledged asking questions passed on by the Americans, and that: 'Every time that the interrogator asks me about a certain piece of information, and I talk, he asks me if I told this to the Americans. And if I say no he jumps for joy, and he leaves me and goes to report it to his superiors, and they rejoice'. Al-Sharqawi has also told his lawyers that he was hidden in the soldiers' lecture room whenever the ICRC came to visit.
Al-Sharqawi says he was subjected to 'continuous torture and interrogation for the whole of two years'. Then, at about 11pm on 7 January 2004, he was taken from his cell, put in a car and handed over to the Americans, who drove him to the airport and rendered him to the 'Dark Prison' in Kabul, Afghanistan. Hassan bin Attash was also on this flight, and the two detainees were shifted together through the system from this point until they emerged in Guantánamo Bay nine months later.
Al-Sharqawi's account of his rendition (source: legal team)
He was taken to the airport in a black hood that came down to his shirt. When [he and the Americans] arrived at the airport, they cut his clothes off, searched his anus and gave him diapers, shorts, a sleeveless shirt and plastic handcuffs. He stood in the room for an hour in handcuffs tied to the walls. They took pictures of him. Then they came for him, tied his feet together and tied his hands together.
One other man [presumably bin Attash] was thrown into a luggage cart, and Sharqawi was picked up like a sack and thrown on top of him. Then they carried him like a sack and threw him into the plane.
Analysis of flight data held by The Rendition Project confirms the rendition to Afghanistan on 8 January 2004, on board the CIA-owned Boeing 737 with registration number N313P. Al-Sharqawi and bin Attash were then detained in the Dark Prison alongside several other men, one of whom – Khaled al-Maqtari – has provided a detailed list of who was detained in each cell during the first few months in 2004, along with a floor plan of the facility. This list is similar to the one provided by Mohammed al-Shoroeiya and Khalid al-Sharif in interviews with Human Rights Watch, as well as details provided by Mohamed Bashmilah. Drawing on this information, it is possible to surmise the detainees in the prison in early 2004.
Detainees in the Dark Prison, 2003-2004 (aliases by which they were known while at the site in brackets):
Mohammed al-Shoroeiya (Hassan Riba'i), held April 2003-April 2004
Khalid al-Sharif (Hazim al-Libi), held April 2003-April 2004
Mohamed Bashmilah (Shumilla), held October 2003-April 2004
Salah Qaru (Marwan al-Adenni), held October 2003-April 2004
Majid al-Maghrebi (Adnan al-Libi), held December 2003-April 2004
Khaled al-Maqtari, held January-April 2004
Saleh Di'iki (Sheikh Saleh al-Libi), held January-April 2004
Mohammed al-Asad, held January-April 2004
Hassan bin Attash (Umayr bin Attash), held January-May 2004
Ali al-Hajj al-Sharqawi (Riyadh al-Sharqawi), held January-May 2004
Binyam Mohamed, held January-May 2004
Ibn Sheikh al-Libi (Mohamed al-Fakheri)
Sanaad al-Kazimi (Abu Malik al-Qasemi)
Majid Khan
Abu Yasser al-Jaza'iri
Nassem al-Tunisi
Abu Abdullah (Mu'ath al-Suri)
Ahmed the Malaysian
Abu Abdullah al-Saudi
Unknown Somali man
According to al-Maqtari, Majid al-Maghrebi – who was in the cell next to his – managed to speak to him during a break in the 'excruciatingly loud' music, and told him that al-Sharqawi was also in the prison, and had been 'tortured horribly' in Jordan. Al-Sharqawi's own account, penned in 2006, described the prison as 'a pitch dark place, with extremely loud scary sounds'.
According to CIA cables cited by the SSCI report, al-Sharqawi was transferred to US military custody on [redacted] May 2004. Analysis by The Rendition Project and the Bureau of Investigative Journalism has established that this was at some point 10-16 May 2004, after around four months in CIA custody. al-Sharqawi's detention by the US military was almost certainly at Bagram Airbase, as confirmed by al-Sharqawi and also three other detainees held in the Dark Prison at the same time – bin Attash, Binyam Mohamed and al-Kazimi – who were also transferred from Bagram Airbase to Guantánamo Bay with al-Sharqawi in September 2004. Both bin Attash and Binyam Mohamed have testified that they were moved in May 2004, and Mohamed has said that he was transferred by helicopter with other detainees 'tied like hens going for slaughter'. It is likely that al-Sharqawi was transferred at the same time.
Al-Sharqawi, along with the three detainees discussed here and five others, were transferred to Guantánamo Bay on 19 September 2004, on a US military aircraft with call-sign RCH948y.
Ali al-Hajj al-Sharqawi has remained in Guantánamo Bay ever since.
Jordan: "Your Confessions are Ready for You to Sign"
Amnesty International, July 2006
A Case to Answer: From Abu Ghraib to Secret CIA Custody
Amnesty International, March 2008
Double Jeopardy: CIA Renditions to Jordan
Human Rights Watch, April 2008
"We'll Make You See Death"
Salon, April 2008
JTF-GMTO Detainee Assessment: Ali al-Hajj al-Sharqawi
US Department of Defense, July 2008


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The Executive Search Collection features our blog posts about executive recruiting. Executive search, informally known as headhunting, is a specialized recruitment service that identifies, profiles, qualifies, and ultimately delivers senior-level executives and technologists. In her blog, The Good Search CEO Krista Bradford shares her insights on executive search firm selection and executive recruiting best practices of C-Level leaders. What follows is a list of her posts about executive search.
1.1 When Should I Use an Executive Search Firm?
1.3 What Does Executive Search Cost?
1.4 Is Your Executive Search Firm Ready for Big Data?
1.7 What are the Steps of the Executive Search Process?
1.9 What Are the Top Executive Search Firms in NYC?
2.71 Why Do Executive Recruiters Fail?


Internationally renowned whisky distiller Dewar's, which operates the Aberfeldy Distillery, has donated over £10,000 to the Birks Cinema Group by sponsoring a whole row of seats. The boost to the campaign to restore and modernise the old cinema in the heart of the historic town of Aberfeldy is described as 'absolutely wonderful' by Chair of the Friends of the Birks Cinema group Charlotte Flower, and comes as the campaign moves into its final few weeks.
Seats in the new cinema can be 'sponsored' for £1000, and appeals have been made in recent weeks to many local and national businesses based in the area. The campaign to restore the cinema on the verge of achieving its target following a marathon fundraising effort has raised nearly 90% of its £1.8m target.
Senior Global Brand Ambassador for Dewars, Stephen Marshall said: "Aberfeldy is our home and the local community has always been vital to Dewar's. The son of our founder, Tommy Dewar, produced the first cinematic advert for a drinks product in 1898, so it feels apt to help support such an exciting venture."
Charlotte Flower, Chair of Friends of the Birks Cinema said: "It is absolutely wonderful for our famous local distillery to make such a generous gesture, and takes us even closer to our goal. Many local and national businesses have been invited to help, and we hope the example set by Dewars will spur others into action.
"We are making our last big effort now with our remaining funding applications and direct appeals. We are hopeful but it is by no means a certainty and the project still hangs in the balance. If we cannot raise the remainder the project will not go ahead - it is as simple as that"
In the last week £200,000 has been donated to the campaign by the Scottish Hydro Griffin wind farm fund and by arts body Creative Scotland.
A last big push is now underway to raise the remaining funds by the end of the month - with a number of additional funding applications to various trusts including the Volant Trust and the Souter Foundation. A final direct mail appeal to members of the public has gone out this week, and a large number of final appeals have been made to various corporations, local businesses and individuals. The group must match the Scottish Government Rural Development Programme grant which was awarded last year in order to still retain it - by the end of January.
The group reports 'fantastic' support from the local community and from further afield, has increased its membership by over 50% to 420 members, has held successful local events and has raised over £100,000 from local community fundraising and locally sourced grants in the last few months.


Looking for a MMORTS that doesn't take you to a fantasy setting, but rather one of a historical nature? Then you might as well check out World at War, a new game from Erepublik Labs that's available on both Android and iOS mobile platforms. This game is set in World War II, and you play the role of a general in the "greatest war" in world history. You will have to train huge armies of tanks and aircraft, form alliances, and build up a formidable base, all while going to war with, and against thousands of human-controlled armies from all over the world. The game includes historical World War II tanks and aircraft for both Allied and Axis forces, offers countless opportunities to make tactical strategies and decisions on whether to declare war or make peace, and even allows players to "use brute force and subterfuge" against the enemy.
Before going to war with and against these "real players," you might need a little help in formulating the right kind of strategy. But before that, you'll need to get started and make sure everything is up to speed, much like any beginner player would. So if this is your first time to download the game and check it out, we recommend reading this list of World at War tips, tricks and strategies.
Oftentimes, they're referred to quests. Here, they're simply known as missions, and it is your job to complete them in order to get yourself up to speed and accumulate lots of resources. You'll need those resources for a variety of things in the game, but you don't need to worry about running out of them as long as you're working on those missions and completing as many of them as possible. The game will also suggest missions which you can undertake, and you can check out the bottom left portion of your screen to see what you should preferably be doing next.
As these missions are, once again, designed to help you get off on the right foot, they will essentially increase your chances of success in the game. But in terms of practical assistance, they're there to help you stockpile resources.
While we're still talking about missions, we should also remind you to complete the Daily and Alliance missions. Unlike the main missions, which do not have any time limit, these are both timed missions that expire after a certain period of time. Take them on and, if you have to, wait until the timer expires, as these missions will complete on their own.
There are two buildings that are arguably more important than most of the others, and these are your Factory and your Research Facility. For the former building, it's there to train and create new troops to join your army. The more troops, the merrier, so keep on creating and training new troops so you can defeat your opponents through strength in numbers. For the latter building, it's there for research purposes, pretty much – self-explanatory, as it seems. But that doesn't mean it's less important than the Factory, because it actually is more important, as research is more time-consuming than creating new units.
There's a reason why Erepublik bolds the words "real players" in the game description. In gaming parlance, that means this is a game where you can fight battles against, and join forces with real, live human beings from all over the world, and that often means there's no way to play solo against the often-dopey or simplistic AI. So why should you join an alliance anyway?
The number one benefit of alliances, we'd say, is the faster turnaround time for buildings to be completed. As allies can help each other in building stuff, bigger alliances are able to work toward completing these projects in less time. Another benefit would be the free alliance gifts you can get once anyone on the alliance buys any item. Lastly, being part of an alliance allows you to make friends with players from outside your area; don't be a stranger, and join an alliance if you want to improve your rate of progress in the game!
5. What's In The Commander's Gifts?
Once a certain period of time has completed, you'll notice the briefcase in the bottom left of your base screen open up. That's your cue to redeem the commander's gift, which comes with a resource, all free of charge. This resource is randomized, and sometimes you may end up redeeming gold, which is the game's premium currency. Open the briefcase as often as possible, and turn on your game notifications so you can get a heads-up when you've got a commander gift to redeem.
Now that you know about the "maintenance"-related things you need to do to ensure your base is running smoothly, let's talk briefly about attacking enemy bases, specifically the basic stuff you need to know.
When scouting an enemy base, and you should always scout the enemy, you'll notice some farm and house tiles; these represent resource tiles. Occupying those tiles allow you to get a supply of whatever resources are there, so work toward occupying as many resource tiles as possible. Harvesting begins once a unit occupies that tile, and once they're done harvesting, they'll return to your base with those resources in hand.
Any base that doesn't have a bubble shield can be attacked, though once again, scouting the enemy is important. Be aware, though, that scouting does constitute a potentially hostile action against a human player, and any similar actions will result in your first-day PvP shield getting destroyed, should it be active.
Although this game relies heavily on its social element, there are some AI enemies as well, and they're identified as MG Nests. Attacking those nests, which should be quite easy (it's the computer AI, after all) will earn you various items and resources, provided you prepare by sending out an ample number of troops.
These would be our tips and tricks for World At War. Do you know other hints for the game? Let us know by commenting below!


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About AYF
Welcome Messages
Message from Pasona Group CEO
AYF Overview
About Pasona Group
AYF Life
Information on Awaji Island
Enjoying Awaji Island
Message from Pasona Group CEO Mr. Yasuyuki Nambu
We are delighted to welcome AYF Fellows to Awaji Island!
I am filled with confidence and pride that all our AYF Fellows have the potential to go out into the world as great contributors to our global economy and society. I have a vision for this program, and for the future of all those involved in guiding, building and leading it.
This program will propel the AYF Fellows forward in their journey through life as they live, learn and work here on Awaji Island in a global community based on diversity, innovation and mutual respect. One person alone may not have much influence on the world, but making meaningful connections with others transforms the power of one into the power of many. With that in mind, we have arranged a variety of programs.
The first element is the key philosophy and learnings of the AYF program, the second element focuses on defining and solving problems, and the final element requires AYF Fellows to demonstrate an example worth following.
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The Phillies closer situation is in flux.
Ryan Madson broke his toe in a temper tantrum and will be replaced by Brad Lidge, who had arguably the worst season for any closer on a team that went to the World Series.
Have Roy Halladay throw a complete game every 5 days.
It's not a bad strategy. And with yesterday's complete game shutout against the Mets, he is serving notice that he is not conceding the Cy Young to Lincecum, Jimenez or anyone else.
He also showed Mike Pelfrey that contending for a Cy Young is a little harder than having a damn good April.
The Mets got creamed today. It is safe to say Jaime Fallon forgot to chant today!
What is it about closing in Philadelphia?
Now Ryan Madson is blowing leads?
Maybe a curse was placed upon the entire bullpen in Philadelphia.
You would think that the MLB Network would have seen some sort of hex when they did their Phillies bullpen show.
Either way, having an entire bullpen of arsonists instead of firemen is no way to repeat as Champs.
LET'S JUST GET OCTOBER STARTED!!!!


Is technology irreversibly changing music?
"Cloud tools such as Splice and Gobbler help collaboration between producers and songwriters. One user can upload an entire session to the cloud and another can log in and make adjustments to the project, much the same as with Google Drive. The streamlining of basic tasks in the studio definitely helps to fuel creativity. On the live music front, hardware such as the Novation Launchpad and Ableton Push have created a great hybrid that gives you the editing capabilities of a studio but are stable enough to be integrated into live performance."
"Mobile is going to be the key growth area in music over the next ten years, for production as well as consumption. Technology has entirely changed the way music can be made, thanks to the sheer scale of opportunity now open to anyone. The ease of use of many modern tools has lowered the barrier for entry, which may have been prohibitive to aspiring musicians not so long ago. The social web has also changed the way music is promoted and consumed. Creators can discover fans, interact with like-minded people and collaborate on new projects."
"Tech has changed writing, marketing, distribution, sharing and discovering - no facet has gone uninfluenced. The tech I find interesting is the type that lets my creativity lead while allowing me lots of functionality. With non-linear digital audio workstations like Ableton and associated hardware like Push, I find the workflow to be liberating and tactile. Tech has significantly lowered the barrier to music-making already and I believe that will continue - we'll see much more activity in schooling for all ages and even more saturation in the field."
"When I started making music, I would ping-pong stems of tracks from one cassette to another and then play along, building up a song. It generally sounded horrible and required a lot of time. Now I can pick up a guitar and record a demo using Music Memos on my iPhone, export to GarageBand, plug in an iOS Fender Stratocaster for overdubs, use CME X-Key controller to arrange strings and Addictive Drums to create a drum part then plug in a USB mic for vocals. This ecosystem enables musicians to focus on writing - where all great music starts."
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Think about adding a microwave above your range if you have limited kitchen counter space. Microwave ovens add class and style to your home, and many come with a lot of special features. Many of these units feature a filter rather than outdoor venting, so they are better suited to situations that don't require extreme ventilation.
Get new metal fixtures for your bathroom. You can find matching fixtures in stores or online. These include towel racks, showers curtains, toilet paper holders and other things. Look for coordinating sets of these fixtures that are easy to install in one day at home improvement stores.
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Learn how to utilize your outdoor space. Extend your living space to include part of the backyard. This is a great place to enjoy time after work or to grill during the summer.
If you want an improvement idea that can add value to your home and can also increase your living area, think about finishing your basement. A finished basement adds extra living space to your home for your family. Discount stores have everything you need as far as building materials. Some sources say that your home's resale value can increase up to 30 percent by finishing your basement.
You may want to have an outlet installed just above the spot for the microwave. It gives you easy access to plug the microwave in and not have the cord visible. This simple project will help you avoid having any cords dangling around in the kitchen.
Increasing living area makes any home more functional. Consider what you'd get the most out of, whether that may be a formal dining room, finished basement, or a media room. This will increase the comfort of your home as well as the value of your home. Do this only if you have a lot of loot to spend on a home improvement project.
You may be surprised to learn just how many home improvements you can do on your own without the help of a contractor. You should consider hiring a professional to work on your home if you are not skilled enough. Painting, basic plumbing work, and even some drywall jobs can all be taken care of without the assistance of professionals. It is possible to realize great savings by doing work on your own.
One way to improve your home is to install fixtures to reduce water usage. You will want to look into toilets, water heaters and shower heads that require a decreased water flow amount in order to help cut costs and raise your home's worth. These fixtures will help you cash in on the green craze and also save you quite a bit of money on water.
The following article has some great tips on how to prepare yourself for your next home improvement project. Any homeowner can take on home improvement projects as long as they do enough research a head of time to cut down on risks.


Things you can do before & for 2014.
*Make a charitable gift before New Year's Day. You can claim the deduction on your 2013 return, provided you use Schedule A. The paper trail is important here.
Are there other major moves that you should consider? Here are some additional ideas with merit.
*Pay attention to asset location. Tax-efficient asset location can be an ignored fundamental of investing. Broadly speaking, consider placing your least tax-efficient securities in pre-tax accounts and your most tax-efficient securities should be held in taxable accounts.
Consult a tax or financial professional before you make any IRA moves to see how it may affect your overall financial picture. If you have a large traditional IRA, the projected tax resulting from the conversion may make you think twice.
*Review your withholding status. Should it be adjusted due to any of the following factors?
>> You tend to pay a great deal of income tax each year.
>> You tend to get a big federal tax refund each year.
>> You recently married or divorced.
>> A family member recently passed away.
>> You have a new job at a much greater salary.
>> You started a business venture or became self-employed.
*Consider the tax impact of any 2013 transactions. Did you sell real property this year – or do you plan to before 2013 ends? Did you start a business? Are you thinking about exercising a stock option? Could any large commissions or bonuses come your way before January? Did you sell an investment held outside of a tax-deferred account? Any of this might significantly affect your 2013 taxes.
*Would it be worth making a 13th mortgage payment this year? If your house is underwater, there's no sense in doing it – and you could also argue that the dollars might be better off invested or put in your emergency fund. Those factors aside, however, there may be some merit to making a January mortgage payment in December. If you have a fixed-rate loan, a lump sum payment can reduce the principal and the total interest paid on it by that much more.
*Are you marrying in 2014? If so, why not review the beneficiaries of your workplace retirement plan account, your IRA, and other assets? In light of your marriage, you may want to make changes to the relevant beneficiary forms. The same goes for your insurance coverage. If you will have a new last name in 2014, you will need a new Social Security card. Additionally, you and your spouse no doubt have individually particular retirement saving and investment strategies. Will they need to be revised or adjusted with marriage?
*Are you coming home from active duty? If so, go ahead and check the status of your credit, and the state of any tax and legal proceedings that might have been preempted by your orders. Make sure your employee health insurance is still there, and revoke any power of attorney you may have granted to another person.
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FDI equity inflows into India cross $500 billion milestone
PTI Last Updated: Dec 06, 2020, 11:38 AM IST
About 29 per cent of the FDI came through the Mauritius route.
The key sectors which attracted most FDI inflows include services segment, computer software and hardware, telecommunications, trading, construction development, automobile, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
NEW DELHI: Foreign direct investment (FDI) equity inflows into India crossed the USD 500 billion milestone during April 2000 to September 2020 period, firmly establishing the country's credentials as a safe and key investment destination in the world. According to the data of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), the inflows during the period stood at USD 500.12 billion.
About 29 per cent of the FDI came through the Mauritius route. It was followed by Singapore (21 per cent), the US, the Netherlands, Japan (each 7 per cent), and the UK (6 per cent).
India received USD 144.71 billion from Mauritius and about USD 106 billion from Singapore during the period under review.
The other big investors have been from Germany, Cyprus, France and Cayman Islands.
Since 2015-16, FDI inflows have been recording significant growth. In that fiscal, the country received USD 40 billion FDI, an increase of 35 per cent over the previous year. In 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20, the investments stood at USD 43.5 billion, USD 44.85 billion, USD 44.37 billion and USD 50 billion, respectively.
The key sectors which attracted the maximum of these inflows include services segment, computer software and hardware, telecommunications, trading, construction development, automobile, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
"Indian FDI journey began with enactment of FEMA (that replaced the draconian FERA) in 1999. Looking back, the half-trillion dollar FDI in India is an indication of foreign investor's firm belief in India's strong economic fundamentals, stable political outlook and sustained economic growth which generated returns for investors even during the global recession of 2007-08," Nischal Arora, Partner- Regulatory, Nangia Andersen India said.
He said as the country cautiously steps into the next decade under the shadow of the ongoing pandemic, it is imperative that the government continues its measures to attract FDI in the manufacturing and high-end technology sectors.
Rajat Wahi, Partner, Deloitte India, said FDI equity inflows crossing USD 500 billion "is indeed a great milestone, and continues to show the trust and faith that the global investors have in India's growing economy".
This growth is a strong reflection of the market potential of India coupled with the steady state of market reforms that India has undertaken since 2000, including opening up of various sectors of the economy to 100 per cent FDI over the last 5 years, he said.
When asked about what more steps the government can take to give a leg-up to increase FDI, Wahi said while the overall market potential of India will always be high, given the large population, many other factors like ease of doing business, land, labour laws, tax rates, availability of talent, logistics, and political stability also play important role in attracting FDI to any country.
"While we have improved significantly across many of these areas over the last decade, and especially over the last 5 years, there is still a long way to go for us to be able to compete with countries like China and other markets like Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia," he added.
However, Gunjan Shah, Partner, Private Equity, Merger & Acquisitions & General Corporate, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, said: "I would not attribute this (crossing USD 500 billion mark) to increased investor confidence in the Indian market. There is a lot of liquidity around the world right now and the real test would be to see if a higher proportion of that is being deployed in India."
Shah said clarity on regulatory and tax issues could help increase FDI and the government should also consider further liberalisation of capital intensive industries like banking and insurance.
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When the first Europeans arrived along the unexplored coastal areas of the Carolinas (north and south) in the early 16th century, the only inhabitants were Native Americans. In what is now called North Carolina, they included the Algonquian, Iroquoian. Siouan, and Tuscarora tribes, and by mid-century, several Spanish explorers had ventured further inland, but no settlements were established.
In the 1580's, Roanoke Island along the Outer Banks of North Carolina was the site of the first European colony in America, but it was quickly abandoned. Other settlements were tried, but they also failed. Then, in 1587, a large expedition organized by Sir Walter Raleigh brought 150 settlers to this new world, and they also established their colony on Roanoke Island.
In time living conditions proved most difficult and with their supplies all but depleted, the colony's appointed leader, John White, and others were forced to return to England for much needed help. It took White more than two years to return, and once back on the island, all that remained of his colony was the word "CROATAN" carved on a nearby tree. All men, women and children were gone without a trace, and the fate of that "Lost Colony," has never been determined.
Undaunted, the parade of settlers into the area continued. By 1670, after a land charter granted by England's King Charles II, the overall territory (north to south) was named Carolina after King Charles, and it would later be divided into the British provinces of South Carolina and North Carolina.
By the early 18th century European settlements stretched from the Abermarle Sound, south to what is now Charleston, South Carolina. Native Americans were being squeezed off of their long-held lands, and they soon fought back; the hundreds killed settlers and their churches and homes burnt to the ground. Indian uprisings continued for many additional years, but their understandable efforts proved futile.
To make matters worse for the new residents, pirates struck coastal settlements with impunity, facing little organized resistance. Finally, in 1718, Blackbeard the Pirate was killed, and for all practical purposes pirate attacks in the Carolina's were over.
Even before separated into individual British provinces, North and South Carolina were quite different. On the large cotton plantations in South Carolina, black slaves outnumbered the white settlers, while in North Carolina, tobacco was king, but the predominate Quaker population was vigorously opposed to slavery, and subsequently black slave numbers remained low.
The British saw an opportunity to tax the newfound wealth of their colonies, including the Carolinas. Especially offended by taxation without representation, influential tobacco farmers and merchants rebelled to that tax, and in 1776, North Carolina voted for independence from Great Britain.
Similar to some other southern colonies, citizens of North Carolina were on two sides during America's Revolutionary War; Tories remained loyal to Britain while others (Whigs) passionately supported the war for freedom. Unlike South Carolina, North Carolina witnessed little fighting, but hundreds of its men fought and died on both sides in Georgia, South Carolina and Virginia.
At war's end North Carolina was free from Great Britain's financial repression, and after some hesitation in accepting all of the terms of the new U.S. Constitution, it finally agreed, and on November 21, 1789, became the twelfth state to enter the new union. In 1794, Raleigh was declared the capital.
It took years for the land to reach its full potential, but by the mid-1830s, its agricultural and manufacturing industries began to prosper, anchored by tobacco. As the state's economy and influence continued to grow, two North Carolina favorite sons were elected President of the United States; Andrew Jackson (1829-1837), and James K. Polk, (1845-1849).


Blue Mountains Grammar School (BMGS) is an Anglican co-educational day school for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12.
Founded in 1918, the School has a tradition of academic excellence built on innovative teaching and learning, delivered by exceptional teachers within an inclusive, community environment where every student is nurtured and encouraged to flourish.
For students at BMGS, state-of-the-art facilities and passionate staff are part of every day school life, contributing not only to the School's academic success, but also in sport, the performing arts and other co-curricular areas.
A BMGS education is underpinned by strong Christian values and principles. The wellbeing of all our students is vital to their development as individuals and a primary focus of every staff member.


Preheat oven to 350F / 180C .
Grease & flour or line a small loaf tin.
In one bowl measure out the sugar and add the peeled bananas to a second bowl.
Take two tablespoons of sugar from the first bowl and sprinkle it over the bananas and mash together with the back of a fork.
Crack the eggs into the other bowl (the one with only sugar in) and whisk the sugar and eggs together until they are slightly foamy and have lightened in colour.
Fold the flour, baking powder, almonds, cinnamon, vanilla, butter and double cream into the bananas and then finally fold in the eggs and sugar mix.
Ladle the mix into the loaf tin and place in the bottom third of your oven.
Bake for 45 mins - the top will be a rich brown and the cake will spring back when pressed lightly.
Leave to cool in the tin for 20 mins, then finish the cooling off on a wire rack.
Delicious on its own, or as a dessert served with cream, ice cream (a toffee ice cream goes well) or custard and extra bananas.
Weigh out your sugar separately so you can take a little from the total to help mash the bananas. The sugar grains make the mashing easier and will slow down the browning of the bananas a little.


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