It's Official Brownings the Bakers of Kilmarnock are the Best Bakers in Scotland!
Brownings were crowned Scottish Baker of the Year 2018 at a glittering ceremony hosted in Glasgow by Scottish Bakers. We were also crowned Wholesale Baker of the Year and won Gold in the Best Savoury category for their Steak & Ale Pie.
"We have tried so hard to win this award since the competition launched in 2012 and we have always been very close" said Managing Director John Gall. "But this year we have smashed it and we truly are Scottish Baker of the Year!
And just to put the icing on the cake a key member of the bakery's team, Tommy Withers, was awarded the Unsung Hero accolade with a truly heartfelt commendation from John Gall "When we heard about this award there was no one else we would have entered in front of this person. Not only has he been a fantastic servant to the baking industry with over 21 years' service but a fantastic public servant with all the voluntary charity work he does he truly is a remarkable gentleman who takes it all in his stride."


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Written by infoMONTGOMERY on June 24, 2019 . Posted in Immigrants & Community Newcomers, Youth Development
Consumer Protection Alert!
Speak ONLY with a reputable attorney or accredited representative for legal advice.
Please be aware of immigration scams and/or notarios! Only seek legal help from reputable legal providers. People may attempt to offer immigration benefits or protections that do not exist.
To report immigration fraud, contact the Montgomery County's Office on Consumer Protection at (240) 777-3636.
Know Your Rights Information
If you are a victim of an immigration raid or know of a raid in the area, call CASA de Maryland's hotline at 301-431-4185. In case of an ICE raid or emergency, or if you want a trained group of volunteers to go with you to an ICE check-in or immigration court, call Sanctuary DMV's ICE Emergency Hotline at 202-335-1183. If you know someone in ICE detention who needs information or assistance, call the CAIR Coalition at 202-331-3329. See flyer for more information. (Spanish)
Resources to Prepare for Immigration Raids, a comprehensive compilation of resources by local organizations.
ACLU-MD's What to Do If You're Stopped by the Police (English). ( Spanish)
ACLU-MD's Additional Information for Non-Citizens. ( Spanish)
ACLU-MD's ICE Home Raids (English) . ( Spanish)
Call United We Dream's national hotline at: 1-844-363-1423 to report ICE activity.
Procedures for handling visits from immigration officers to County facilities
Know Your Rights Handouts: If ICE Visits a Home, Employer or a Public Space, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), in English, Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, Arabic, Haitian Creole, and Punjabi. (11/30/2017)
Know Your Rights Information and Flyers by United We Dream. Available in English, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Hindi, Farsi, Marathi, Tagalog, and Haitian-Creole.
Know Your Rights Postcards in multiple languages (including Arabic, Spanish, Farsi, and Somai). Print and carry with you. By National Immigration Law Center. (11/10/2016)
CASA de Maryland's Know Your Rights Booklets, in English and Spanish. (updated 3/2017)
CLINIC's Know Your Rights Guides and Know Your Rights Cards (in Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, English, Farsi, Haitian Creole, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese) and (Spanish).
Know Your Rights video (English), ( Espanol). By CAIR Coalition (1/2017)
InformedImmigrant.com has a wealth of up-to-date resources, in English and Spanish, including FAQ's on recent Executive Orders, the status of DACA and more.
Immi helps immigrants in the U.S. understand their legal options, provides an online screening tool, legal information and referrals to nonprofit legal services organizations
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Immigrant Legal Resource Center's Family Preparedness Plan (English) ( Spanish ) (Chinese) (updated 6/2018)
What If I'm Picked Up By ICE? Preparing for the Possibility of Being Detained, Deported, and Separated From Your Children (English), ( Spanish) ( French), created by Steptoe & Johnson (2017)
Montgomery County Public School's Immigration Information
Help for Immigrant Families: Guidance for Schools. By ILRC. (3/2017)
Information on Maryland's Standby Guardianship Law and Parental Designation and Consent Form for Standby Guardianship
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Bitcoin in the Headlines: Putin and Deloitte Draw Summer Snores
Jul 17, 2015 at 20:40 UTC Updated Jul 22, 2015 at 09:53 UTC
Pete Rizzo
Bitcoin in the Headlines is a weekly analysis of media coverage and its impact.
Berklee, Deloitte, Standard Chartered, Vladimir Putin – the mainstream media was spoilt for choice this week as big names from mainstream business circles and global newsmakers contributed their opinion of the technology.
Too bad the press didn't notice.
With the bitcoin price down from last week's highs and speculation about a Greek eurozone exit finally waning, mainstream journalists seemed to have taken a much-needed respite from awkward attempts at analyzing the industry this week.
Even with comments from Russian President Vladimir Putin (likely the first head of state to publicly acknowledge the technology) or a key opinion related to how value added tax (VAT) could be handled in Europe, the press responded with a resounding shrug that suggested mainstream news may not soon recover from its Q2 decline.
Macro trends emerge
Speaking of trends, this week saw at least two notable reports celebrate the halfway mark of 2015 by attempting to make sense of developments in the ecosystem.
The most extensive was CoinDesk's State of Bitcoin Q2, which offered nearly 100 slides of insight. Its most notable conclusion? That bitcoin is increasingly behaving like an asset that can be used in times of macroeconomic uncertainty, while showing more signs of price stability away from its volatile peaks.
As for bitcoin in the headlines, the report found overall press coverage was down in Q2 across all major news outlets surveyed including Financial Times, The New York Times, Sina and The Wall Street Journal.
US bitcoin services firm Coinbase also released a mid-year review, finding similar conclusions regarding the price and volatility of bitcoin.
That report's most notable conclusions may have been regarding transaction volume on the bitcoin network, as it asserted:
"The network averaged 60,590 transactions per day in June 2014 and 117,474 transactions per day in June 2015. (Note that this does not include the recent spikes due to load testing and spam on the network.) That's a 94% increase in monthly transactions over the past year."
Elsewhere, Coinbase noted the growth in the use of its API and what it believed to be the increase in exciting projects such as 21 Inc, Abra and Blockstream.
Putin's uncertain address
Possibly the highest-profile – and perhaps unexpected – piece of news this week came during a Russian TV appearance by President Vladimir Putin, who in a question-and-answer session, was asked for his thoughts on digital currencies.
Though the comments hinted at Putin's lack of understanding regarding the technology, interestingly the remarks were generally neutral in tone.
Putin suggested he agreed with the Bank of Russia and its approach to understanding the technology. Implicit in the remarks was that the Bank of Russia has opposed a draft bill put forth by the Ministry of Finance which has called for bitcoin and digital currencies to be banned.
Still, it was the community's somewhat comparably hostile reaction to Putin's remarks that arguably received more play that the comments themselves, which were publicized only by International Business Times and in China-based news outlets.
Writing for NASDAQ, Martin Tillier took aim at comments that sought to belittle the Russian leader and his assertion on how the technology is "backed by nothing".
Tillier said:
"As with all of the old men before him (and many young ones too) he completely ignored that the same thing is true of every modern conventional currency. Dollars, euros, yen and rubles are also backed by nothing and have value because people believe they do. If anything it could be argued that because of the computing power and trustless account network behind Bitcoin it has more backing it than the others, not less."
Tillier took aim at Reddit in particular scolding the community for its "tizzy" on the subject, though he grounded the comments somewhat in overall criticism for online news reactions.
"With maturity comes respect, and so long as bitcoin users and followers continue to overreact to everything, the respect that the currency deserves as a potentially transformational idea will be withheld by the vast majority of people," he continued.
Bank news narrative falters
This week also brought the first signs that interest in statements from major financial institutions toward bitcoin may be waning as comments by "big four" auditing firms Deloitte and Standard Chartered Bank failed to draw much interest.
In an interview with CoinDesk, for example, Deloitte detailed the breadth of its bitcoin and blockchain program, noting it was currently exploring use cases for the technology in two of its core verticals, auditing and consulting.
Deloitte Consulting principal Eric Piscini told CoinDesk:
"The solution we're developing using the blockchain will accelerate the audit process because that company would post every transaction in a blockchain."
Though the statements were not from any major Wall Street firms, and in the case of Standard Chartered, didn't coincide with announcements about the actual use cases of the blockchain, the overall quiet period could be read as the first signs that interest in this news narrative is waning.
On one hand, the reaction is logical. As evidenced by CoinDesk's State of Bitcoin Q2 report, many major banks have already come out in favor of blockchain technology.
However, the development should have a particular resonance, as this news cycle is starting to bear similarities to last year's furor around the adoption of bitcoin as an e-commerce payment option by merchants such as Overstock and Expedia.
Though these announcements were heralded as major milestones, 2015 has seen a dramatic decline in the number of big brand merchants accepting, or even publicly speaking about, bitcoin and its use as a currency.
The development perhaps hints that despite the increase in attention from banks, real developments at major enterprise financial institutions may still be years away.
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Tasmania's first integrated medical and search and rescue helicopter service is now in operation - with faster response times for emergency situations forecast to save Tasmanian lives.
We've already doubled the state's contracted helicopter capacity from 1 to 2 on standby. Now we're literally taking this lifesaving service to the next level.
The Hodgman Liberal Government is investing an additional $10 million a year to fund the improved service, which rapidly deploys a ready-to-go specialist medical team to emergencies 24 hours a day.
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Designed as a safety net, crop insurance was meant to cushion farmers from the multitude of risks that farming is famous for, from hailstorms to floods, the Star Tribune reports. But now, about 80 percent of the country's crop insurance policies are revenue policies, protecting farmers not only from weather and yield losses, but also from drops in prices.
Designed as a safety net, crop insurance was meant to cushion farmers from the multitude of risks that farming is famous for, from hailstorms to floods, the Star Tribune reports. But now, about 80 percent of the country's crop insurance policies are revenue policies, protecting farmers not only from weather and yield losses, but also from drops in prices.
Federal government aid has long served as a safety net for family farmers. But given recent increases in crop revenues, Congress could end the program that pays farmers money whether crop prices are high or low.
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Mewar Sabha Shiromani (MSS) is an initiative of the Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) to connect and bring together the People and Friends of Mewar.
The different regions Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Bhilwara, Dungarpur, Banswara, Kushalgarh and Pratapgarh that formed the erstwhile Rajput Kingdom of Mewar before 19th century, the princely state of Mewar during the British period and, the Udaipur Division in 1947, are being referred to as 'Mewar' for the purpose of this forum. The People of Mewar refers to those who hail from this region.
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The three-bedroom Sahaja deluxe villa, is a lavish private detached villa featuring three king size en-suite bedrooms with elegant bathtubs, glass shower cabins, fully equipped kitchen in a beautifully decorated large open plan living, dining area capable of seating eight people plus a stunning furnished balcony with magnificent views of the ricefields. The highlight of this villa is the private 10m2 pool and garden terrace with large luxury gazebo, boasting unforgettable views, making this home perfect for romantic couples & traveling families looking for a large space for both relaxing and entertaining.
If you're looking for an authentic, peaceful, and relaxing vacation - book this resort! I booked our three night stay after reading the great reviews and the amazing staff exceeded our expectations.
We contacted the hotel directly and they gave us a great deal on a 2 bedroom villa. Ariana, was fantastic and easy to communicate with. She took care of everything and booked our driver to meet us at the hotel and we stopped for groceries along the way. The staff and owner greeted us upon arrival and they ALL treated us like family during our stay. We just can't say enough wonderful things about all of the staff and the beautiful resort!
The villa was modern and very comfortable. The kitchen was well equip with all of our needs. We did have a small problem with our AC, but the staff quickly solved it and made sure that we were happy. During our stay they brought in a man to play Balinese music while we dined and local yoga instructors after breakfast. We enjoyed both tremendously!
We mainly dined in the restaurant during our stay for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu has Indonesian and typical global cuisine items to please everyone. The food was fresh, delicious, and very reasonably priced. We also hired the staff for an in-house massage and a cooking class, which were fantastic and fun.
On our last day, we took their scooters for a ride through the rice fields to visit a local school and the principle who makes jewelry to fund the school. This was probably the top highlight of our trip. Connecting with the locals in the fields working, having tea with the principle, and stopping by a local snack shop was so much fun. We felt like locals!
We also hired their driver to take us to Ubud to ride an elephant and see the monkey forest. We connected so well with our driver and enjoyed sharing lunch and our music with one another.
At the villa, the landscape is so quiet and relaxing. Beyond the infinity pool you can gaze as the rice fields and the ocean. The wildlife around the area is so tranquil with colorful birds flying around. Here you can be perfectly happy lounging around or allowing the staff to create special activities for you to do.
What a great holiday! We only stayed for 10 days but wish it could have been much longer. This place is amazing and I can't recommend it highly enough.
Much has been said about the "real" Bali but this really is it - set among the rice paddies and quiet villages, this is the place to come to for a really relaxing holiday. If you want bars, restaurants, shopping and nightlife, look elsewhere. This is not Kuta or Seminyak and if that's what you want, you'll be disappointed. But if you want peace and quiet, incredibly friendly staff who genuinely aim to please and a relaxing time, then by all means come here.
Accommodation: we had a 2-bedroom private villa with its own pool. Very spacious and comfortable, well-equipped and with 2 bathrooms and A/C in both bedrooms and the main living area it is perfect. Private when you want it to be and when you feel like being sociable, the main resort pool and restaurant is just a short stroll away. The views over the rice paddies to the ocean is beautiful. The main resort accommodation (2 and 3 bedroom apartments overlooking the pool) are also great and spacious enough. Free Wi-fi in the villa and throughout the resort so you can stay connected if you need/want to.
Resort: First we have to mention the staff - they really can't do enough for you. Friendly service with a smile, they all seem to enjoy their jobs and take pride in their work. Nothing was too much trouble and it was a real pleasure dealing with them. The main pool and terrace is gorgeous and we loved lazing by the pool. My kids made friends quickly with some of the other families and they played and swam all day and slept soundly all night. The facilities are well maintained and the owner (Bernard) and manager (Ariani) are always available for a chat and welcome any feedback to improve things. Yes it's a bit far out of the way (2 hours from the airport) but the free transfers made it stress free and it's really worth the long drive to get here. If you're feeling adventurous the staff can arrange some fun excursions and you always have the option to hire one of the hotel drivers to take you anywhere you want to go. Ubud is just over an hour away so no further really than it would be from Denpasar.
There are no other dining options in the area but the restaurant on site is great and reasonably priced. The menu is varied with Indonesian dishes and western options. Each villa and apartment has a basic kitchen and you can cook your own meals if you prefer - just make sure to stop off at one of the larger supermarkets on the way in from the airport.
The resort also has scooters for hire but if you just want to take a ride down to the beach (about 2km away) you can use them for free. The beach is black volcanic sand but too dangerous for swimming with big waves and a vicious rip. Worth exploring though for the ride through the local village and past the temples.
In summary, I can't recommend Sahaja Sawah highly enough if you want a relaxing, peaceful holiday far from the mad traffic and bustle of Denpasar. It is perfect for those looking to switch off and for families with young children.
Thank you Sahaja Sawah, we will be back!
I am not sure there are many other words to describe our stay here. This was definitely one of the most incredible places that I have ever had the privilege to stay!!
The Sahaja is THE place to stay for relaxation and peace. Its not a tourist resort. It is literally set in the rice fields in the midst of Balinese villages, about 10 mins from the Sea. You certainly get a real taste of Balinese village life here and will totally unwind in the beautiful countryside.
It's about an hour from Canggu, an hour and half from Semenyek, Kuta and Ubud, which can all be reached via their private drivers who will chauffeur you around like royalty for the day - wherever you want - and ready to create tailored trips to your fancy - and extremely well priced!!
The beach is about 10 min cycle / moped ride away (both can be borrowed from the Sahaja at no extra cost!) or a 20 min walk. That may seem far to some, but actually it's a lovely journey through a traditional Balinese village where locals greet you on your way. It's a black sand beach, very secluded and beautiful but the sea is a little rough so not really good for swimming. But do go down for a few hours to watch the sunset - amazing - I'd do it every day if I could! Or even catch the fishermen at work. Well worth the visit.
The resort itself is very well presented and is beautifully decorated. A lot of love and attention has gone into making it feel homely and inviting. It was a very tranquil and a colourful place to relax and unwind. The Main supermarket / food shops are about 20-30 minutes drive so make sure you get all your supplies as soon as possible, although I wouldn't worry too much as the food at the restaurant was to die for. Tasty, well cooked traditional Balinese style dishes, and everything else you could want was on offer, including western dishes. All our meals were prepared and cooked fresh and I would definitely recommend the fresh juices! Delicious and very very reasonably priced.
The villa we rented (Sahaja no.3) was beautifully designed, very private, and very clean. It had amazing views over the rice fields and further to the sea ( which you could hear as you woke up every morning ), and contained all necessary utensils for cooking. It was very peaceful and quiet and you would not have thought there to be any other guests in the resort. The beds were extra comfy and there was always bottled cold/hot water for you to dispense. Each morning staff would come and turn the beds and clean the bathrooms / floors for us.
For us, the best part about staying at the Sahaja was definitely the staff. Always friendly, polite, and and attentive, able to assist you with absolutely anything that you wanted. Just ask!! From day trips to private villa spa treatments!!
They were like a little family, and treated you like part of that family too.
Extremely good communication and always someone to help you with anything you needed.
We would definitely consider going again.... perhaps sooner than we think!
If you are looking to get away from it all, look no further! This particular resort is away from the hustle and bustle of the big towns and is a little piece of true Bali paradise. Although you are in the middle of corn and rice fields you can easily access the main cultural sites, which are about an hour and a half away, using the resorts excellent driver. This is well worth the money because sign posts are limited and you get the specialist local knowledge of the driver, he will take you to all the superb restaurants and cultural attractions.
The staff at this resort are utterly fantastic and nothing is too much trouble, by the end of two weeks we felt like family, they will certainly be in our hearts forever.
The restaurant caters for both western and Indonesian tastes, if you prefer, you also have the option of catering for yourselves with a well equipped kitchen in your villa.
We stayed in one of the two bedroom pool villas. Villa was as described on the homepage, well equipped, the pool was great and a nice small garden, a lot of palm trees, bushes and flowers with lounge chairs. Airport pick-up and drop off worked perfect. Staff was very nice, polite and helpful. You can be totally private if you want, but you can also feel like part of the family! The area is pretty remote, which guarantees quietness, nature and fresh air. If you want the tourist thing, don't come here, if you want to have nature and feel being part of the resort family and get Bali hospitality it is the place to stay! The beach is close by, with ATV around 5 minutes,black sand, sea a little bit rough but still enjoyable!
We had breakfast, lunch or dinner every day either in the resort restaurant or delivered to our villa. The food was always freshly prepared and very tasty, also great fruit cocktails! We also enjoyed seafood barbecue and Indonesian rice table served at our villa, both fantastic. They don't have a Spa, but offer all kind of massages at your villa, we had a few, all fantastic. We stayed for almost three weeks and did day trips from here. One thing to know, the living room has no air condition, only bedrooms are air conditioned. The wifi is not that great, very slow and a lot of disconnections. It broke down completely once, but the resort management provided us with a 4G router which worked perfect! We will for sure come back!
If you looking for beautifull, quiet place with possibility of communing with nature this will be an ideal place for you. Comfortable apartments, nice anf helpfull staff lovely place. Beach for walking - 20 minutes walk, 5 minutes by a car. Restaurant in the hotel. Shops, warungs 20 minutes by a car. Big swimming pool, a lot of additional activities organized by hotel staff. Warmly recommended.
There are many good resorts in Bali, but only a few are hidden gems like this beautiful and tranquil villa resort.
This villa resort lies amidst rice paddies, with ocean views for the most gorgeous sunsets. Nearby villages are still untouched by mass tourism and show you the truely kind Balinese people.
If you get restless, the location is central for most sightseeing interests so their nice drivers make sure you'll reach your sightseeing destination easily. Just ask the friendly management for any assistance, you won't be disappointed.
I may regret telling the world about the unspoilt Bali in its luxury wrapping...enjoy!
This has been by far the best place I have ever been, not only for the location which is idyllic but also for the wonderful, attentive, friendly and lovely owner and staff working there. From the beginning I felt at home. The villas are beautiful decorated and the landscape is like paradise. From the beginning I was welcomed with a smile and to be honest I couldnt stop smiling the whole time. I left in tears!
1st. The tranquility, harmony and beauty of the place.
2nd. The wonderful staff who make you feel that you have known them forever.
3rd. Mr Bernanrd, of course, who I had great conversations with and in Spanish! After been abroad for more than one year I really missed talking in my language.
4th. The food which is incredible. With such a wide offer I was eating something different every day. And it is not only the quality of the food but the beautiful way they serve it to you.
5th. The village nearby. I walked everyday for more than one hour on my own, along the village between the rice paddles and to the beach. People in the village are the nicest people I have come across in my trips. Always greeting you, welcoming you in their houses, explaining you about their lives and traditions. I could easily have pictured myself living there forever! And the most important, travelling on my own Ive never felt so safe in a foreign country as I felt in this place.
I could continue going on and on about the wonderful experience I enjoyed in Sahaja Sawah resort but I think I have more or less expressed above the most important bits.
Dont miss out the opportunity to experience the real Bali! Its a place which have been yet spoilt by hundreds of tourists.
Lovely stay at Sawah Villa! You can expect exactly what is shown in the pictures and more. We were welcomed with warm smiles at the airport by their driver (with cold towels and water) and by Ariani upon arriving at the villa (cold towels, fresh watermelon juice, and Tri Datu bracelets). Lucky us, Ariani upgraded us for free from Villa D3 to C2. Villa C2 had a beautiful balcony view of the rice patty fields, infinity pool, and the ocean. The place felt homey and was simply perfect. Be prepared to experience the ultimate local lifestyle because there were no restaurants within walking distance. However, the food from their restaurant menu sufficed and is reasonably priced. Do take advantage of the grocery stop on your way to the villa, especially if you are a picky eater and would like specific snacks and drinks or would like to cook yourself. All the staff were beyond attentive and genuinely friendly. We were immediately handed towels after walking back from the beach to the villa in the rain. Ariani also offered me a rice hat which saved me from the sun and the rain and enhanced my look in my pictures! Their great attitude stayed constant throughout my stay, even up till the very end when their driver dropped us at the airport at 5:30am! I regret not bringing books to add to their mini library. Although their DVD selection was quite limited, I still enjoyed an American comedy that I haven't watched before. Overall, I would recommend this Sawah Villa without hesitation. Really exceeded my expectation!
Had a wonderful time here. Location was perfect . Villa very clean with wonderful Veiws. Staff always smiling and friendly .Could not do enough for us. Always helpful and effectiant . Will definatly stay there again.
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Okay so before i go on to brag about this gorgeous hidden gem i need to tell you that Sahaja is 2 hours from Kuta. This did not bother us, as the treasure at the end of the tunnel was simply breathtaking. I stayed at Sahaja for 2 weeks from 25th December 2015 - 8th January 2016 with my family and from the moment you arrive until the day you leave the staff can not do enough for you. Mr Bernard is such a loving, caring, honest, giving person who was so welcoming of us. It was a pleasure and honor to meet such an amazing person like him. We even had the honour of meeting Bernards beautiful wife and children...such a lovely family. The staff, well they are just as beautiful, very kind hearted and very delightful. They made us feel like family hence why my husband got called Mr Tony and myself mummy. Ariani, Yanti and Duni you girls are amazing you made the end of our holiday so hard to leave. The hospitality given by everyone who works at the resort was amazing. The chef in the kitchen Dek Pur her cooking is fantastic, we will miss the springs rolls, nasi goreng, soto ayam the ozzie pudding we will miss all the many lunches and dinners we had. The Christmas Dinner and New Years Eve dinner was extraordinary thank you .....Dudi and Kutu also need a mention because whenever you needed any in case keeping they were on it. The resort itself is magnificent the rooms are clean, spacious and modern and the beds are comfortable. The views are spectacular and sunsets are so gorgeous and every night is so different. The tranquility this place has to offer is truly heaven. If you are looking for a place to get drunk, party and misbehave this is not the resort for you. We spent 2 weeks lazing around the pool, and what a pool it is....bike riding, quad bike riding, having in house massages and going for afternoon walks into the villages and this was our kind of relaxing peaceful holiday. When you work so hard all year and your lifestyle is so busy, Sahaja is the perfect unwind place to be. We are already thinking about going back just my husband and I in April for quick get away as its such a beautiful, peaceful resort. We really miss the outstanding hospitality. The hospitality industry in Australia could learn a lot from Sahaja. Congratulations and well done on all the hard work you all do. We cant thank you enough....I cant wait to come back, May God bless you all and keep you safe.


My most memorable moment: The look of amazement on the bride and groom face when they viewed the imaged from the pond on the back of the camera.
What an amazing day to have for any wedding photographer, Laura and Oliver's day really was a day I will remember for such a long time, firstly because it was also my wedding anniversary as well the truly fantastic atmosphere there was.
As with most of my weddings I capture the entertainment was supplied by non other than the amazing Paul Grundle Magician, Paul was here to entertain the guests after their meal and during the time the bride and groom were taken away for photos.
As a Nottingham Wedding Photographer this was the first time I've ever shot at this Derbyshire Wedding venue The White Hart Inn, I was blown away by this venue and the stunning grounds available for images, situated just 25 miles from junction 25 of the M1 it took me around 35 minutes to travel to, making it easy access for couples searching for a venue within a 25 mile radius of Nottingham.
Laura's bridal prep was at her parents home in Matlock, just a short journey in the car and we were at All Saints Church in Matlock for their wedding ceremony at 1pm, after the ceremony we made our way to the White Hart Inn for drinks and canopies, the speeches were in their beautifully lit main room where all 80 guests ate food and laughed at the wedding speeches, in the evening the wedding party doubled to 160 guests who were entertained by Paul Grundle Magician.
Here are just a few images from Laura and Oliver's fantastic wedding day, i'm a full time Nottingham wedding Photographer and would highly recommend this stunning venue.


Property is currently zoned as Commercial Recreational. Sale would be contingent on Re-zoning to Residential AND approval of the subdivision of the 4.5 acre parcel. There is an old abandoned house and garage structure on the property. Structures on the property are sold "As Is" and "Where Is". Taxes quoted are for the current existing 40.9 acre parcel.
I'd like some more information about 2356 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island NY. Thank you.
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Midtown's history and potential deserve more News-Journal coverage
In case you missed it, a story on the front page of today's News-Journal provides an in-depth look at the history of Midtown, Daytona Beach's historic Black neighborhood. A sidebar story focuses on Mary McLeod Bethune, the civil rights leader and founder of what is now Bethune-Cookman University. (When the story goes live online, we'll update this with a lin
A third story that will publish Monday focuses on the history of Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard, which used to be called Second Avenue, and is the historic business corridor of Midtown.
These stories are the excellent work of reporter Eileen Zaffiro-Kean, who has covered Daytona Beach for more than a decade. Readers know Zaffiro-Kean for similar in-depth stories about the city's struggling core beachside neighborhood, about downtown, and about the politics surrounding homelessness.
Zaffiro-Kean's stories about Midtown examine how racism created Midtown more than a century ago when Daytona Beach was just becoming a city. The stories also reveal how two other important events — desegregation and federal urban renewal programs — led to some of the challenges Midtown faces today. The civil rights laws that led to desegregation enabled Blacks to live wherever they wanted in Daytona Beach and other cities in America. That was a very good thing, but it also led people to leave neighborhoods like Midtown. Similarly, the intention of urban renewal was good; get rid of sub-standard housing and replace it with something better. But in Midtown, in many cases, when homes and commercial buildings were razed the only things left behind were vacant lots.
Read the special report:
Rise again?:Midtown, Daytona Beach's historic Black neighborhood, struggles to find a better future
Can it be reinvigorated?:The bustling main street of Daytona's Black community is looking for a comeback.
Daytona's most famous citizen:Born to former slaves, Mary McLeod Bethune was Midtown's beacon
These stories represent the beginning of The News-Journal's effort in 2021 to elevate our coverage of Midtown. In the coming year readers can expect other in-depth stories examining other issues Midtown residents face, including health, education, and economic development.
Too often, The News-Journal's coverage of Midtown in recent years has been focused on surface coverage of the area's difficulties, but not enough on solutions, and certainly not enough about the neighborhood's potential.
In the past decade, for example, News-Journal reporters have written daily story after daily story about crime in Midtown. Crime is definitely an issue in Midtown that we must continue to cover. But the vast majority of Midtown's citizens are law-abiding and hard-working. Midtown's collective story is about much more than crime.
A few years ago, I went on a bike ride through Midtown with then-Police Chief Mike Chitwood. As we rode through the streets of the neighborhood, we talked a lot about crime in Midtown — after all, Chitwood was the police chief. But what stood out more during out ride were the number of people in the neighborhood who wanted to talk with Chitwood about other issues common to all neighborhoods, like street improvements, trash pickup, economic development, or B-CU football.
None of this is to say that The News-Journal hasn't written in-depth stories about issues other than crime in Midtown. The newspaper has provided award-winning coverage about financial difficulties facing B-CU in recent years, and the university's progress in overcoming those difficulties under new President E. LaBrent Chrite.
Similarly, Zaffiro-Kean has written numerous stories about the effort to place a marble statue of Mary McLeod Bethune in Statuary Hall in Washington, D.C.She will be the first Black person represented in the hall, replacing a statue of Confederate General Kirby Smith, who represented Florida there for nearly a century. The statue of Bethune will hopefully be placed in the hall this summer, a result of a diverse community effort.
Mary McLeod Bethune was a remarkable woman. Her work in education and civil rights improved the lives of an untold number of people in Midtown and Daytona Beach, and made her a leader on the national stage.
It is no stretch to say that Bethune, who died in 1955 and is buried on B-CU's campus, is Daytona Beach's most revered citizen.
She lived much of her life in Midtown, and that's a source of pride for all of Daytona Beach. A neighborhood that produces people like her deserves the best coverage a newspaper can deliver. That's among the things The News-Journal hopes to accomplish in 2021.
Pat Rice is The News-Journal's editor. His email is Pat.Rice@news-jrnl.com.


You would certainly not want to experience the freezing and windy temperature inside your home in winters if you live in any of the cities in Michigan State. Michigan doesn't have the most pleasant of weather throughout the year so keeping the inside temperature of your home moderate becomes very important and windows play a major role in doing so. Windows are not something to just see the outside neighborhood enjoying a cup of coffee sitting on the couch of your drawing room but they do a lot more than that.
What is the Guarantee: This is one aspect you have to be very careful about because most of the service providers says about guarantee but in reality takes a U-turn when your come back again complaining about the faulty performance of the windows. Strictly ask what guarantee they can provide of the life span of the windows and the material used. If the service provider is confident about his work longevity you can sense it if you are aware.
Can I Talk To Your Previous Customers: Talking to previous customers of the windows installation service clears all doubt because there is nobody better than previous customers which can tell you about the service they received and their experience about the whole job. So if the service provider doesn't hesitate in giving you the contact details of his previous customers and you hear positive about the service provider from the customer then you are at the right place.
How You Handle Customer Grievance: A genuine window installation service provider will reach out to his capacity to solve his customer's grievances. This is one aspect that can make you aware well in advance whether to opt for the service or not. You can straightaway ask the service provider about his customer service and watch out for the answer. You can cross check the same answer with previous customers and if the answers are positive then feel free to hire the service.
Beside these general questions you can ask your personal questions regarding the cost, maintenance, performance of the windows and if you find the service provider genuine then don't hesitate in opting for the service.


THE ROWAN ARTS COUNCIL serves to promote and sustain one of Rowan County's most vital resources — the visual and performing arts. Through education, advocacy and partnerships with individuals, area businesses, organizations and local artists, the Rowan Arts Council helps create a more vibrant community and higher quality of life. The Rowan Arts Council provides three different grant opportunities: Arts & Cultural Development Grants, Grassroots Grants and Regional Partnership Grant Program.
For additional information contact the Rowan Arts Council at rowanarts@visitsalisburync.com.


1) Wallet with cash. You never know when you may need it in an emergency, or need it as tip money. Tipping valets, waiters, or anyone who provides a service to you goes a long way and shows others around you that you are a respectable individual.
2) Mini emergency kit. Find yourself a cute little makeup bag and toss in some bobby pins, ponytail holders, oil wipes, Tide-To-Go, Advil, a mini hairspray, Band-Aids, and a nail file. Keeping this kit in your purse at all times will help you avoid sticky situations and help you be prepared to look your best at all times. You never know who you might run into when you're out to dinner or shopping for a new pair of shoes.
3) Resume. On that note, you never want to miss a networking opportunity if you happen to run into someone important. Keeping a resume saved in your email on your phone is the best way to be prepared when that new internship director catches you off guard while you're window shopping. This enables you to send off your resume in a snap.
4. Pen and planner. Aside from keeping your resume at your fingertips, keeping a pen and small notebook or planner in your purse is another ingredient for success. This allows you to take notes, write down dates, and help you remember important names that you may need in the future.
5. A Snack. Depending on what you like, it is always a good idea to keep any sort of small snack in your bag. Whether you're at a long meeting or event, on campus all day, or out and about, trust me on this – you will get hungry! Keep something quick and easy like a granola bar or bag full of almonds in there just in case you need a pick-me-up throughout the day.
Keeping these items in your bag is a sure way to be prepared for anything your day could throw at you.
Somewhere between Carrie Bradshaw and Blair Waldorf, sipping iced coffee watching Fox News.


University of Chicago scientists publicly revealed the contents of the time capsule sealed within the Research Institutes building cornerstone June 2 before a crowd of more than 200, including several teams of television and newspaper journalists, with nearly 2,200 more watching live from six continents via streaming web video.
University of Chicago announcements, May 25, 1948.
Architect's sketch of the Research Institutes building.
Road map, train and airline timetables.
List of postdoctoral fellows, Institute of Radiobiology and Biophysics, 1948-1949.
Also found with the time capsule was a 1927 buffalo nickel.
Riccardo Levi-Setti, professor emeritus in physics and the Enrico Fermi Institute, removed the time capsule from the cornerstone and brought it to the stage. Levi-Setti then opened the capsule and handed the contents one by one to Roger Hildebrand, the Samuel K. Allison Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus in Physics, Astronomy & Astrophysics and the Enrico Fermi Institute, who proceeded to describe the contents with humor and flair.
Levi-Setti and Hildebrand both knew Fermi personally and spent most of their careers working in the Research Institutes. Also delivering comments at the event were Stephen Berry, the James Franck Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus in Chemistry and the James Franck Institute, and Robert Fefferman, dean of the Physical Sciences Division. Fefferman announced that the time capsule items will be displayed in the William Eckhardt Research Center once it opens on the former site of the Research Institutes building in several years.


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It all starts with scheduling an appointment to meet with one of our career consultants. During the interview we will discuss the positions that we currently have available and submit your resume for those you are qualified for. Once you have completed the testing and interview process, your resume and test scores will be placed in our database. When new positions come in that you are qualified for, we will refer you to our client for consideration for that position. If you are selected for an assignment or if the client wishes to meet with you for an interview, we will contact you with details to schedule you accordingly.
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You will be tested on various skill sets if you are applying for administrative, secretarial, clerical and/or accounting positions. Testing will be determined by our career consultant based on your previous work experience and could include a speed typing test, MS Word and other software, data entry, and/or accounting. The interview process including testing takes approximately two (2) hours.
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Reporting Africa Since 1960 22 January 2020
Vol 60 No 2
US spears the loan sharks
Indictments against foreign bankers and top Frelimo officials tied to the $2billion secret loans fraud have panicked the government. The charges are just the beginning
The United States government has indicted a swathe of bankers, sales people and Mozambican public officials with wire fraud, money laundering and securities fraud. It claims a criminal network of Mozambicans conspired with partners in foreign banks and shipbuilding companies to set up fraudulent projects. They would profit from fees on the necessary loans and from kickbacks from overpriced services and equipment. The accused set up 'fronts to raise money to enrich themselves' which masqueraded as viable commercial schemes, the US indictment says. They 'intentionally diverted portions of the loan proceeds to pay at least $200m in bribes and kickbacks.' The result was to saddle one of the poorest countries in the world with loans for $2bn worth of overpriced, unviable projects which it cannot repay. Africa Confidential was the first to question the probity of the largest of the alleged scams, loans supposedly destined to create a tuna-fishing fleet, in October 2013 (AC Vol 54 No 22, The mystery ship deal). We were the first to reveal the existence of the company Proindicus, the full extent of its loans, and its links to another one of the companies in the scam, Ematum (AC Vol 56 No 14, The fishing deal got fishier). Our experts now fill in gaps in the US indictment (https://www.africa-confidential.com:443/uploads/content/US Moz indictment.pdf).
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The world's largest privately owned insurance brokerage firm, Lockton is widely respected for its expertise, dependability and quality service. Its Chicago office is tastefully designed to represent these values and welcome Lockton clients as true partners. The workspace is a model for the rest of the organization, building culture reflective of the business model and brand.
The workplace emulates an innovative and energetic vibe that appeals to employees and reflects the organization's vision for the future. A progressive workplace, Lockton's office incorporates patterns of speed and movement while promoting high performance across formal and informal environments. Every desk offers sit-stand control, giving staff a desired choice in the work environment related to physical activity.
The Lockton office is focused on driving collaboration and achieves this by lowering barriers, both built and figurative. This design change allows employees to connect more frequently, driving mentorship and team interaction. The café is the ultimate collaboration space in the workplace, equipped with a bar, ping pong table, café seating, smaller intimate meeting areas and a training space with moveable doors. This flexibility allows for myriad uses and numerous areas for connection among employees and visitors. Discreet partitions allow collaboration areas to be adjacent to neighborhoods without disrupting individual work.
The office has exceeded my expectations and is an awesome combination of function, technology and comfort. It is a place that our Associates look forward to coming to… From the constant use of the enclaves to our Associates routinely standing at their desks, it has buzz and energy. Those that we are recruiting that have come through have been blown away, as have other visitors with whom we do business.
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I am based on Gauteng. If the case was struck off the roll, does that record stand?
Ante-Nuptial Contract (ANC): An agreement that arranges the parties' estates and financial consequences in respect of their desired civil union or civil marriage.


Yesterday I had the pleasure to finally work with my husbands cousin Ellen. Ellen is a talented young girl with a passion for music and production. She is embarking on her senior year and has decided to hit the studio for her first time to record her first album.
We got together with the words -innocent and beauty- in mind for the album cover shot. No word as to which image will make the cover but I posted my favorite 10 below. Ellen hits the studio in a couple of weeks and we want to take this time to wish her luck, but who needs luck when you have skills?


SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- Gov. Jerry Brown signed sweeping education legislation Monday that changes the state funding formula for K-12 schools in a way that he hopes will help boost the academic achievement of disadvantaged students.
Brown signed the main bill, AB97, and two related bills at Cahuenga Elementary School in Los Angeles and later held a ceremonial signing at California Middle School in Sacramento.
The Democratic governor had pushed for the change, known as the "Local Control Funding Formula," and called it a civil rights issue. It will send $2.1 billion more to school districts that have high numbers of students from lower-income families, who have limited English proficiency or are foster children.
Rather than having "50 or more mandates," Brown said the new system will be based on a simpler formula that will send money where it is most needed and will allow local officials to make decisions about the best way to spend it.
"Today, we did something more creative: We pulled back and increased the discretion and the accountability of the local authorities, and that's all to the good," Brown said from a podium in the school library at California Middle School.
During a pitch to lawmakers in February, he said students in Compton and Richmond don't share the same advantages as students in Los Gatos or Beverly Hills.
The formula gives school districts more control over state aid by eliminating earmarks for state-mandated programs. Democratic lawmakers say districts will be responsible for tracking students' success, but there are few guidelines on how the money will be spent during the first year, as the state Board of Education will not take up the regulations until well into the 2013-14 school year.
Samantha Tran, senior director of education policy at Education Now, said the first year of funding will be a transition year as schools figure out how to implement the changes.
"This is a massive, historic shift in how we fund schools," she said.
The state budget for the 2013-14 fiscal year takes effect Monday and provides about $55.3 billion in local and state revenue for K-12 education and two-year community colleges. That's an increase of more than $8 billion over the 2011-12 level under the state's school funding formula known as Proposition 98.
California's spending package also calls for $1.2 billion in one-time money for districts to implement the "common core" standards in English and math, which are more academically rigorous and are intended to better prepare students for college and a career. The money can be spent as districts choose on areas such as teacher training, instructional materials and technology. SB91 and AB86 are the other two bills Brown signed Monday that are related to the education funding.
According to the speaker's office, the scholarship would lower college fees from $12,192 to $7,315 at the University of California and from $5,472 to $3,283 at California State University campuses for families making less than $100,000.
The grant was championed by Assembly Speaker John Perez, D-Los Angeles, after he failed to gain enough legislative support for it last year. Brown's signing of the legislation comes the same day interest rates on federal student loans doubled to 6.8 percent.


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Uh Yeah! Choose Your StylipS Darling! - StylipS' 'Choose Me♡Darling' Single Review!
All thoughts, opinions and views within this post are totally my own and no one else's, unless quoted or stated. We are free to think and write how we want. You may brand me as a hater Potatar, but whatever you think, I may think opposite. Just let me write what I want... It's my blog, after all ;)
Listening to Anime Opening songs has really put me in an Anime mood lately, so I've been watching a series which is currently incomplete, but also quite... interesting, I'll say.
And no, it isn't the anime that the song I have been listening to constantly is the theme for, thogh this is the song that made me want to go and watch some anime, despite the fact that my interest levels in Anime now depletes rapidly after just a few episodes. Anyway, listening to this certain song, I ventured back to Anime and enjoyed something I haven't done in quite a long while now...
Basically, watching Anime and squealing over it excitedly because I damn well like it so much!
Anyway, getting to the topic on hand, I'm referring to StylipS' newest release, Choose Me♡Darling, which also serves as the opening track for the summer anime Kono Naka ni Hitori, Imoto ga Iru!
As you have probably gathered by now, StylipS serve as a voice actress Idol unit who sing OP or ED songs for anime series rather than your run of the mill Idols songs. I actually love this concept for StylipS, because it opens a few doors to new Anime that I may potentially like after suffering without it for so long, and in general I find that if the music is good, I have a higher chance of trying out the anime itself and enjoying it because a group I like has performed/recorded a song for that certain show.
Though Highschool DxD didn't really work out... aye aye aye...
Anyways, I've been loving other than actually watching Anime and not just Idols, I've also been enjoying the sound of Choose Me♡Darling since its release. The other two songs, not so much, but really as long as the A-side pleases me, I'm happy!
So, before we get into it, lets take a look at the track list, shall we?
1. Choose Me♡Darling
2. BABY KISS☆
3. Fragile Crazy
4. Choose Me♡Darling (Instrumental
5. BABY KISS☆ (Instrumental)
6. Fragile Crazy (Instrumental)
To begin with, I was surprised that there were three tracks available, but that's probably because I hardly payed attention to the other B-sides on StylipS' past two singles, so yeah, I was surprised by the generosity we were given here, but it's nice. Anyway, other than that, I was more than curious to see how Choose Me♡Darling fared in full as opposed to how it was as a short preview.
So, without further ado... let's get into this single, shall we?
Choose Me♡Darling
The opening track is probably the catchiest song I have heard from StylipS yet, and has quickly become my favourite Anime tune to head bang to for the past two days. It's up-beat and fun, and extremely summery with a catchy and infectious beat that really helped me to get in the mood for watching some Anime. I was originally intending to watch the anime that the song was created for, but the main protagonist got too boring all too quickly, so I went looking for another one, but even so, the song still made me want to watch something that wasn't Idol related.
And that's always a bonus for an Idol unit who are made up of Idol voice actresses, I guess.
Anyway, I really like this song. It's got the catchiest beat to it and I love the bongo drums in the background and how great the girls all sound together. Even the ear-grating voice of Ogura Yui was toned down a little in this song so that she sounded decent enough to not kill my ears, and actually, I quite enjoyed hearing her sing. Weird? I know, but I seem to like her more in StylipS than I do as a soloist. Then again, you hear less of her in StylipS, so of course I prefer her in a group.
Going back to the group, I like the blend of voices this group has. Arisa, Kaori and Maho all have slightly lower voices compared to Yui's forced squeak, but they balance out Yui really well and manage to make her sound good in the group parts, and Yui gives that added girliness to the song that it needs to give it that little kick. Oh, and she stands out a lot too voice-wise, but that's mostly due to the fact that she sounds like a kid on helium.
I'm never going to get enough of taking a dig at this chick, am I...?
Moving on, it's a great summer song, and it would have probably become my favourite summer song if it hadn't come out so late and so close to Autumn, but hey, so what? It's my August song, and it really gets me in the mood to spend my last days of summer watching a bunch of Anime series. It's great to listen to, and it's actually really great to write to! It motivates me, and I like that in a song!
Then again, I find that most Anime based songs are quite motivating, though STUDYxSTUDY didn't motivate me to study so much like it should have... x3
The more I listen to this song, the more I wish for the damn PV to come out soon, because I really want to watch it and stare at Kaori and Maho's beauty, and the bug-like quality of Arisa's face.
BABY KISS☆
The beginning of this song strangely reminds me of Buono! back in their Shugo Chara days, back when I was still new to Idols and quite knowledgeable on the Otaku front, so to hear this song is a nice rush of nostalgic bliss, though the song isn't necessarily one of my favourites.
It's a cute song, something that I was expecting from the title, and has a catchy sound to it, though the Suki's can get a bit to repetitive for my liking, but it's nice in its own way, I guess.
In all honesty, I haven't listened to this song enough to really know whether or not I like it or dislike it, though I think it's an alright song. It didn't really peak my interest the first time I listened to it, so I doubt that I will really care for it after a few more listens, but I definitely won't hate it because it isn't annoying in any way, and Yui is quite tame in this, so I won't be ripping my ear drums out any time soon either, however I do find myself wanting to switch this song off and return to Choose Me♡Darling!
Maybe it's too boring for my tastes, I don't know, but I do know for certain that I prefer the A-side to this B-side, though it does have some nice perks to it, such as the guitar rifts in the instrumental break.
It's okay, but nothing I would want to keep on a loop.
Fragile Crazy
Ugh... This is the song I actually kind of dreaded reviewing, partly because I didn't know what to think of it when I first heard it, and also because I had only listened to it once and knew that, right away, I didn't care for it at all.
Fragile Crazy is the Idol equivalent of a Club Song, and reminds me of something Hinoi Team would cook up, though Hinoi Team would do it a lot better and the song would be a lot faster, too, though props to StylipS for trying something that is different to their anime based songs.
The songs quite nice, I will admit, and I like how I am reminded of Hinoi Team, but I will never be crazy over this song. If I was 13 again and back in my rave/club music faze, I would have probably adored this song and played it constantly, but honestly, it's no Ike Ike or Carameldansen. It's your bog-standard slow dance-beat song with a club style mix to it that has that Idol element to it. There isn't anything special or amazing about Fragile Crazy, and I certainly won't find myself playing this on a loop unless I find my love for raver music once again.
Anyway, it's a nice enough song, but it hasn't really impressed me much...
And Yui sounds so out of place in this song, I actually wonder just why the producers decided to even give her solo's in this.
Well, than the Lord they didn't give her any rap parts, because all hell would have let loose then...
So, what's the verdict?
It's a good single, I will say that. I like the variety of sounds they used, playing up the single a bit to give its target market a variety and to let fans sample just what the girls can do. I admit, I enjoyed all of the songs, some more than others evidently, and they all had their charm, and they all gave me a bit of a nostalgia, throwing me back to my Otaku days or my 13 year old 'raver music' days when I would just listen to Happy Hardcore and Hinoi Team religiously.
I think that StylipS suited all three songs, but sometimes certain songs just don't appeal to a certain person, and in this case, I preferred the A-side over the two B-sides. All the songs are nice in their own way, but for me, I will stick with Choose Me♡Darling and head bang away to that until I get a migraine or lose the desire to watch Anime.
Whatever I think, though, I do feel that StylipS are a strong group. So far, their singles have had great A-sides that have really appealed to both myself and my sister, and they really haven't disappointed me so far. I like this unit a lot, and I really hope that they continue their activities as voice actresses and singers for anime opening and ending themes. I think that these girls have a promising future, and so far, they are doing really well with their image and their music.
To put it bluntly... I think that these girls are AWESOME AS A GROUP!!!
Now, Kaori, Maho... Choose me Daaring!!!!
Chiima~
PING!!! Idolminded Recommended Reading: August 23rd, 2012
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Details: Nothing says winter-ready like a pair of shearling-lined Moncler boots. Crafted from grey suede, they're accented with a chunky heel, a ridged sole and logo-toting hardware. Wear them with a padded jacket and skinny trousers for a look that is as cosy as it is chic.


A new Korean spot has made its debut in the neighborhood. Located at 791 O'Farrell St. in the Tenderloin, the fresh arrival is called Lucky Pig. This newbie in the former Bang San Thai space offers an array of classic Korean fare, like tofu-kimchi dumplings, japchae noodles, and a whole rotisserie chicken stuffed with glutinous rice and herbs. Read the full article on Hoodline.
There is no such thing as a fixed point in a city. But a salami sandwich at Turk and Larkin Deli still costs $6.25, which may be close enough. For every $300 prix fixe in this town there are 200 lunch lines like the one that forms at 11:30 in Mike and Jean Aburahma's Tenderloin deli . . . After 39 years in business, the couple is on to their next stepping stone and have announced they will be retiring. Read the full article on the San Francisco Chronicle.
On June 20, German President-elect Frank-Walter Steinmeier visited St. Anthony's Foundation to get a better understanding of what types of responses there can be to urban homelessness. President Steinmeier was accompanied by his wife, Elke Büdenbender, and a delegation of high-ranking German officials and other cultural dignitaries.
Twenty places to dine and drink in the TL, courtesy of SF Eater. What other Tenderloin bars or restaurants would you put on this list?


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The surface of Saturn's moon Dione is rendered in crisp detail against a hazy, ghostly Titan. Visible in this image are hints of atmospheric banding around Titan's north pole. The image was taken in visible blue light with the Cassini spacecraft narrow-angle camera on April 10, 2010. The view was acquired at a distance of approximately 1.8 million kilometers (1.1 million miles) from Dione and 2.7 million kilometers (1.7 million miles) from Titan. Scale in the original image was 11 kilometers (7 miles) per pixel on Dione and 16 kilometers (10 miles) on Titan. The image has been magnified by a factor of 1.5 and contrast-enhanced to aid visibility. Image Credit: NASA/JPL/Space Science Institute (More at NASA Picture Of The Day)
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The Macular Degeneration Foundation welcomes the Federal Government's approval of extended listings for macular degeneration medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), which will now enable switching between treatments.
The Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) that advises the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme had determined in June 2012 that switching not be allowed between either Lucentis® (ranibizumab) or Eylea® (aflibercept) and that once started on either treatment, then a patient would have to stay on that treatment.
The Foundation advocated that "switching" should be allowed between anti-VEGF drugs Lucentis® (ranibizumab) or Eylea® (aflibercept) and that ultimately, the decision about which drug is most appropriate and potentially beneficial to the patient should be made on the recommendation of the eye specialist in consultation with the patient.
Macular Degeneration Foundation CEO, Julie Heraghty said, "The Government's decision on extending listings for macular degeneration medicines, which will enable switching between drugs, is a very welcome one.
"This will mean that ophthalmologists have the option to now assess patients for the most appropriate drug on an individualised basis to ensure the best outcome for the patient."
"Most importantly, for some patients, this decision will mean fewer injections for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration, lessening the burden of treatment for the patient, their carers and family," said Heraghty.
About wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
There are a number of medical treatments available for the treatment of AMD. These treatments do not cure the disease but aim to stabilise and maintain the best vision for as long as possible. In some people, treatment can improve vision. AMD is an excessive growth of blood vessels causing bleeding, leakage and scarring under the retina. This process results in the rapid and severe loss of central vision which, if left untreated, becomes permanent. A protein called Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) is predominantly responsible for the leaking and growth of the new blood vessels. To slow or stop this process various drugs that block this protein (called anti-VEGFs) may be injected into the eye. Clinical trials have shown that the use of anti-VEGF drugs maintains vision in the vast majority of wet AMD patients. Anti-VEGF drugs are administered as injections into the eye. The usual treatment regimen begins with monthly injections for three months. Then to maintain control of the disease injections must usually be continued on an indefinite basis. The interval between these ongoing injections is determined on an individualised basis by the eye specialist in consultation with the patient.
The Treatments
Lucentis® (ranibizumab)
Lucentis is the first anti-VEGF drug registered in Australia for the treatment of wet age-related MD (AMD). Lucentis has been approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration and was listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme in August 2007.
Eylea® (aflibercept)
Eylea is an anti-VEGF drug developed for the treatment of wet AMD and was registered by the Therapeutic Goods Administration in June 2012 and has Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme listing as of 1 December 2012.
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Barcelona provided a great destination for a weekend away and half marathon race, with plenty of interesting sights to see, Spanish culinary delights to sample, and a reminder of what sunshine felt like. The sangria and paella probably won the food and drink popularity contest, followed closely by tapas and beer, and several visits to the numerous Starbucks outlets helped to make us feel at home !
The race itself wasn't bad either ! The course was on wide, traffic-free streets with only very gentle inclines, providing a good chance of getting a PB. Several of the eight Mel's Milers running it managed to achieve that, with the three non-runners of the party providing welcome support along the way.


This article shows an example of how you can create an example groovy file, add a script and call it in the Sync Rules.
The directory location depends on the issue tracking platform.
To get the folder for Jira Cloud please submit a support request, since Exalate app is hosted on our servers.
Create BasicFieldSync.groovy file with the following code, and store it in the right location on your server. There is no need to restart instance / add-on to enable the external script.
If you add new code into the BasicFieldSync.groovy, it will be automatically executed in your incoming sync rules (create and change processors).
Now you can set up the advanced scripting environment and start working with Sync Rules using git.


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Another round of changes means that any group that works with medical coding should review the 2017 updates to determine how to adapt.
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AMA Provides Guidance on 2017 CPT Coding Changes and Revised Language
The American Medical Association (AMA) has recently provided guidance on upcoming current procedural terminology (CPT) coding changes. The interventional radiology area was hit with numerous bundlings of procedures in 2016, and that trend will continue into 2017 with the final group of revised angioplasty codes. In addition to surgical codes, anesthesia, as well as physical medicine and rehabilitation, received entirely new code sets for Moderate Sedation Services and evaluation services, respectively.
The AMA has also discussed its work within the Relative Value Scale Update Committee (RUC). This panel of physicians makes recommendations to the government on the resources required to provide the medical services described in the CPT code. The RUC highlighted the following health care common procedure coding system (HCPCS) and CPT codes, which will receive payment starting January 1, 2017:
Cognitive Impairment Assessment and Care Plan Services (G0505) — This G-code will be replaced with a CPT code for CY2018. All 10 of the following elements required to use this code:
Cognition-focused evaluation including a pertinent history and examination.
Medical decision making of moderate or high complexity (defined by the evaluation and management (E/M) guidelines).
Functional assessment (e.g., Basic and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living), including decision-making capacity.
Use of standardized instruments to stage dementia. o	Medication reconciliation and review for high-risk medications, if applicable.
Evaluation for neuropsychiatric and behavioral symptoms, including depression, including use of standardized instruments.
Evaluation of safety (e.g., home), including motor vehicle operation, if applicable.
Identification of caregivers, caregiver knowledge, caregiver needs, social supports, and the willingness of caregiver to take on caregiving tasks.
Advance care planning and addressing palliative care needs, if applicable and consistent with beneficiary preference.
Creation of a care plan, including initial plans to address any neuropsychiatric symptoms and referral to community resources, (e.g., adult day programs, support groups).Care plan must be shared with the patient and caregiver and provided with initial education and support.
Psychiatric Collaborative Care Management Services (G0502, G0503, and G0504) — These codes will be replaced by CPT codes in CY2018.
Non-Face-To-Face Prolonged Evaluation and Management Services (99358 and 99359) — CMS will no longer bundle these codes and will allow for separate payment.
Changes have been made to care management codes to reduce the administrative burden associated with the above codes. The requirements are outlined in detail in CPT, but the changes focus on patient consent, IT requirements, and the time frame in which the patient was last seen by the provider.
In the Medicare final rule, Post-Operative Follow-Up Visit code (99024) will be required to be reported for services related to global procedures starting July 1, 2017. This mandatory requirement is only applicable to practices with 10 or more practitioners in the states of Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Nevada, New Jersey, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, and Rhode Island. CMS is gathering data on services furnished within the global period and will use this data in CY2019 to value surgical services.
Changes effective January 1, 2017
Prior to the end of the year, the revenue cycle/chargemaster team, physician practice managers and billers, and outpatient hospital coders should review each chapter of the CPT Professional Edition to determine which changes affect their organization. In some cases, the use of the codes has been clarified or changed, and this information should be shared with all affected departments, as well as the coding staff. Clinicians in all departments should be aware of revised, added, or deleted codes.
Specific coding changes
Six new codes have been added to describe moderate sedation services: 99151 – 99153 and 99155 – 99157. The initial moderate sedation service has been reduced from 30 to 15 minutes. The add-on code time increments remain at 15 minutes.
End Stage Renal Disease Monthly Capitation Payment, advanced care planning, and new G-codes for critical care (G0508 and G0509) have been added to Medicare's list as telehealth services. CPT has added a new modifier, 95, to indicate that the telehealth service has been rendered via a Real Time Interactive Audio and Video Telecommunications System. However, CMS does not recognize this modifier, and the GT modifier should be used for Medicare patients. Refer to Appendix P in the CPT Professional Edition for a complete list of codes that qualify for synchronous telemedicine services.
Vaccination codes
Vaccination codes no longer have age indications as part of the CPT code descriptions. This language has been replaced by dosage amounts. There is also a new vaccine code for the Influenza Virus Vaccine: 90674.
Psychotherapy codes
The psychotherapy code guidelines have been revised. These guidelines affect codes ranging from 90832 to 90838. The time rules are clearly defined and instructions have been provided on how to report both individual and family psychotherapy services when performed on the same day.
The physical medicine and rehabilitation initial evaluation and re-evaluation codes for physical therapy (97001 and 97002), occupational therapy (97003 and 97004), and athletic training (97005 and 97006) have all been deleted and replaced with a new set of codes. The new code ranges start with CPT 97161, and there are now three levels for an initial evaluation for each sub-specialty to report. The CPT guidelines describe the criteria that constitute a low, moderate, and high complexity evaluation. One re-evaluation CPT code still remains for each sub-specialty. At this time, the RUC applied the same RVU to all three evaluation levels. However, it is important to report the appropriate level for compliance with CPT guidelines, as well as for the purpose of providing data to CMS for future RUC updates.
Section coding changes
Retinal Detachment Repair (67101, 67105) — revised codes
Provocative Test for Glaucoma (92140) — deleted code
Fluorescein Angiography (92235) — revised code
Indocyanine-Green Angiography (94420) — revised code
Fluorescein Angiography and Indocyanine-Green Angiography Performed During the Same Encounter (92242) — new code
Laryngoscopy (31575 – 31579) — revised codes and revised guidelines
Laryngoscopy (31572 – 31574) — new codes
Swallowing Therapy Services (92612 – 92617) — revised codes
Laryngoplasty (31580 – 31592) — revised, deleted, and new codes throughout this section
New instrumentation codes (22853 – 22859 and 22867 – 22870)
Changes made to guidelines
Category III codes have been replaced by Category I codes for the following:
Closure of Left Atrial Appendage (33340)
Closure of Paravalvular Leak (93590 – 93592)
The Category III codes for Optical Coherence Tomography have been deleted. This should be reported with the revised Category I codes 92978 and 92979.
Open Aortic Valvuloplasty
New codes 33390 and 33391 replace codes 33400 – 33403.
Replacement of Aortic Valve (33405 – 33410) — revised codes
Esophageal Sphincter Augmentation
New codes 43284 and 43285 replace codes 0392T and 0393T.
Bunionectomy Revisions
CPR eliminated legacy names such as Keller, McBride, and Mayo.
New and revised codes in the 28289 – 28299 range allow for simpler code structure.
The Dialysis Circuit (Hemodialysis Access and Maintenance) section has been revised to reflect bundled codes that include all aspects of the service (fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation [RS&I], etc.).
36901 – 36909 describe these services.
CPT contains detailed guidance on coding for these services.
Endovascular Vein Ablation
Codes 36473 and 36474 replace codes 36476 and 36479.
Endovascular Revascularization (transluminal balloon angioplasty, open or percutaneous)
New codes 37246 – 37249 replace codes 35450 – 35476 and 75962 – 75978.
The new codes incorporate the RS&I and approach.
There are now only two codes sets: one for the vein and one for the artery.
Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound Screening (76706) — new code
Fluoroscopic Guidance (77002 – 77003) — revised codes
Mammography, Computer-Aided Detection (CAD)
77055 – 77057 and 77051 – 77052 have been deleted.
G0202 – G0206 have been bundled into three new codes.
77065, 77066, and 77067 are the new mammography codes; CAD is no longer separately reported.
New codes 92320 – 92327 distinguish between injections that include imaging guidance, the anatomic location, and if the injection is a single injection or a continuous infusion. As a result of these new codes, 62310 – 62319 have been deleted.
The guidelines for these codes have been revised.
Presumptive Drug Class Screening codes (80300 – 80304) have been deleted and replaced with codes 80305 – 80307.
New and revised codes in the molecular pathology section along with revised guidelines
New and revised codes in the chemistry section
A new CPT section has been created for Proprietary Laboratory Analyses (PLA) codes.
The 2017 CPT code changes are very detailed, and this article provides only a snapshot of the changes. The operational and financial complexities of these changes could impact organizations significantly depending on the services they provide and their level of understanding of these changes. Some changes, such as the additional payments for prolonged E/M services, present opportunities to improve reimbursement. Others could strain reimbursement if they are not implemented correctly and monitored closely.
CLA has assisted a variety of organizations in understanding the impact of these changes. We can help you explore the new and emerging reimbursement opportunities and guide your organization as you adapt.
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