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CRM 1-499
CRM 500-999
Criminal Resource Manual 501-599
901. Scope of the General Statutes Prohibiting Fraud Against the Government
902. 1996 Amendments to 18 U.S.C. § 1001
903. False Statements, Concealment—18 U.S.C. § 1001
904. Purpose of Statute
905. Items Not Required to be Proved
906. Jurisdictional Requirements Satisfied
907. Statements Warranting Prosecution
908. Elements of 18 U.S.C. § 1001
909. False Statement
910. Knowingly and Willfully
911. Materiality
912. Falsity
913. Department or Agency
914. Concealment--Failure to Disclose
915. False Statements as to Future Actions
916. False Statements to a Federal Investigator
917. Corporate Crimes
918. False Statements and Venue
919. Multiplicity, Duplicity, Single Document Policy
920. General Versus Specific Statutes
921. False Claims
922. Elements of 18 U.S.C. § 287
923. 18 U.S.C. § 371—Conspiracy to Defraud the United States
924. Defrauding the Government of Money or Property
925. Obstructing or Impairing Legitimate Government Activity
926. Government Instrumentality
927. Anti-Kickback Act of 1986
928. Procurement Integrity Act
929. Obstruction of Federal Audit
930. Major Fraud Against the U.S.
931. Department of Defense Voluntary Disclosure Program
932. Provisions for the Handling of Qui Tam Suits Filed Under the False Claims Act
933. Medicare-Medicaid Frauds
934. Policy Statement of the Department of Justice on Its Relationship and Coordination with the Statutory Inspectors General of the Various Departments and Agencies of the United States
935. Implementation Of The Policy Statement
936. Social Security Violations
937. Department Of Agriculture-Food Stamp Violations
938. Department of Defense Memorandum of Understanding
939. Investigative Authority
940. 18 U.S.C. Section 1341—Elements of Mail Fraud
941. 18 U.S.C. 1343—Elements of Wire Fraud
942. The Scheme and Artifice to Defraud
943. No Loss or Gullible Victims
944. Proof of Scheme and Artifice to Defraud
945. McNally And Intangible Rights
946. Tangible versus Intangible Property Rights
947. Fiduciary Duty
948. Intent to Defraud
949. Proof of Fraudulent Intent
950. Use of Mailings and Wires in Furtherance of the Execution of the Scheme
951. Proof of Mailings and Transmissions
952. Use of Private or Commercial Interstate Carriers
953. Use of a Wire Communication in Interstate or Foreign Commerce
954. Lulling Letters, Telegrams and Telephone Calls
955. Expanding Uses of the Mail And Wire Fraud Statutes in Prosecutions
956. RICO Prosecutions—18 U.S.C. §§ 1961-68
957. Money Laundering—18 U.S.C. §§ 1956 & 1957
958. Fraud Affecting a Financial Institution
959. Ten-year Statute of Limitations
960. More Severe Sanctions, Including Forfeiture
961. Civil Actions for Mail and Wire Frauds and Use of Grand Jury Information
962. Criminal Penalties for Disclosure of Grand Jury Subpoenas
963. Telemarketing Fraud
964. Credit Card Frauds
965. Conspiracy to Violate the Mail Fraud or Wire Fraud Statutes
966. Venue in Mail Fraud
967. Venue In Wire Fraud
968. Defenses—Statute of Limitations
969. Defenses—Good Faith
970. Drafting a Mail Fraud and/or Wire Fraud Indictment
971. Sufficiency of Indictment—Generally
972. Sufficiency of Indictment—Victims and Loss
973. Sufficiency of Indictment—Mailings or Transmissions in Furtherance of Scheme
974. Sufficiency of Indictment—Separate Offenses
975. Sufficiency of the Indictment—Special Considerations
976. Health Care Fraud—Generally
977. Investigative Agencies
978. Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control Program and Guidelines
979. Impact of HHS Privacy Rules on Department Operations
CRM 1000-1499
CRM 2000 - 2500
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In McNally v. United States, 483 U.S. 350 (1987), the Supreme Court held that the mail fraud statute does not reach "schemes to defraud citizens of their intangible rights to honest and impartial government" . . . and that the statute is "limited in scope to the protection of property rights." See Carpenter v. United States, 484 U.S. 19, 25 (1987) (quoting McNally and extending it to wire fraud statute); see also Evans v. United States, 504 U.S. 255, 292 (1992) ("[I]n McNally . . . we rejected the Government's contention that the federal mail fraud statute . . . protected the citizenry's 'intangible right' to good government . . . . ") (Thomas, J., dissenting).
In response to McNally, Congress passed Section 1346 of Title 18, United States Code, which provides that "For the purposes of this Chapter, the term 'scheme or artifice to defraud' includes a scheme or artifice to deprive another of the intangible right of honest services."
Section 1346, which became effective November 18, 1988, seemed to resolve the intangible rights issue. See Madeoy, 912 F.2d 1486, 1492 (D.C. Cir. 1990) ("McNally has been overruled by legislation."), cert. denied, 498 U.S. 1105 and 498 U.S. 1110 (1991); cf. United States v. Bush, 888 F.2d 1145, 1145-46 (7th Cir. 1989) (ex post facto concerns bar the application of section 1346 to pre-1988 conduct). In United States v. Brumley, 79 F.3d 1430, 1440 (5th Cir. 1996), petition for rehearing en banc pending, however, the court concluded that the wording of § 1346, "simply does not effect a change in the portion of the McNally opinion which held that the mail fraud statute does not reach 'schemes to defraud citizens of their intangible rights to honest and impartial government.'"
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France vs Croatia live stream: How to watch Nations League soccer online
By Henry T. Casey published 8 September 20
Here's where to find coverage of the France vs Croatia live stream
(Image credit: JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/Getty)
France vs Croatia start time and channels
France vs Croatia is at 2:45 p.m. ET / 11:45 a.m. PT, today (Tuesday, Sep. 8). ESPN Plus covers the match in the U.S., while the UK get it on Sky Sports.
It's time for the France vs Croatia live stream, which brings another pair of big Nations League contenders to the field in this still-young season. The momentum for this fixture is currently swinging in France's direction, after the Croatia team did not fare well against Portugal in a 4-1 loss on Saturday.
Nations League play (as usual) brings Europe's leading soccer teams to the field to play against one another. It's a way to interject some excitement into international friendlies. France is up 1-0, after defeating Sweden on Saturday, in a 1-0 game.
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And that was the French National team not playing up to their standards, giving folks a lot of reason to consider Croatia won't have a chance. If France wins, they've got strong chance of winning this section of play, and brings them with strong momentum for October's fixture against Portugal.
Here's everything you need to catch a France vs Croatia live stream today:
France vs Croatia live streams in the US
You can watch France vs. Croatia on ESPN Plus or TUDN's channels in the U.S., which means you're either going to need a high-end cable package or a streaming subscription.
If you are looking for a new streaming service for all your sports needs, Fubo has TUDN, and our full recommendation as one of the best streaming services around.
Many will watch France vs Croatia on ESPN+ . If you bundle ESPN Plus with Hulu and Disney Plus, though, you'll basically get ESPN+ for free, as that deal cuts the total price by $5.98 (and ESPN+ costs $5.99).
Your other option is to watch it on TUDN.com, a channel included in the fuboTV standard package.
Fubo.TV: If you love sports, you probably want to check out Fubo.TV. It's got a 7-day free trial so you don't need to pay up front. The channel lineup includes TUDN for this fixture, as well as other top networks including Bravo, FX, MTV and USA.
Oh, and the early prelims, listed below are only on UFC Fight Pass.
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Sling TV: ESPN is on Sling Orange, one of the service's three packages, which also includes the Disney Channel, ESPN2 and ESPN3.
France vs Croatia live streams in the U.K.
Sky Sports carries the France vs. Croatia fixture in the UK, with coverage beginning at 7:45 p.m. BST local time. It will be on Sky Sports Red Button and SKY GO Extra. If you don't subscribe to Sky Sports, a day pass through Now TV costs £9.99.
France vs Croatia live streams in Canada
Sadly, Canada doesn't seem to have ESPN+, so Canadians will need to turn to UEFA's website for France vs. Croatia. The European governing body says the match will be available at UEFA.TV for Canadian fans.
France vs Croatia live streams in other regions
Here's a sampling of where you watch France vs Croatia in other parts of the world.
Australia: Optus Sport
Brazil: Space Brazil, Esporte Interativo Plus
Croatia: Sportklub 1 Croatia, Nova TV
France: TF1, TF1 Live, Molotov
Germany: DAZN
India: SONY TEN 1 HD, SONY TEN 1, Sony LIV
Indonesia: Mola TV App, Mola TV, mola.tv
Ireland: SKY GO Extra, Sky Sports Red Button
Israel: 5Sport
Mexico: Sky HD, Blue To Go Video Everywhere
Portugal: Sport TV LIVE, Match Player, Sport TV2
Puerto Rico: ESPNPlay Caribbean
For more regions, visit LiveSoccerTV.com.
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Q: Error: no se puede hacer cast Estoy implementando el Navigation Drawer en mi aplicación. Solo que me da error al dar click en alguno de mis items.
Aquí el código:
public class MainActivityMenu extends AppCompatActivity {
private String[] mNavigationDrawerItemTitles;
private DrawerLayout mDrawerLayout;
private ListView mDrawerList;
Toolbar toolbar;
ProgressDialog dialog;
private CharSequence mDrawerTitle;
private CharSequence mTitle;
android.support.v7.app.ActionBarDrawerToggle mDrawerToggle;

@Override
protected void onCreate(Bundle savedInstanceState) {
    super.onCreate(savedInstanceState);
    setContentView(R.layout.activity_drawer);
    Toolbar toolbar = (Toolbar) findViewById(R.id.toolbar);
    setSupportActionBar(toolbar);
    mTitle = mDrawerTitle = getTitle();

    /*DrawerLayout.LayoutParams params = img.getLayoutParams();
    params.width = DrawerLayout.LayoutParams.MATCH_PARENT;
    params.height = 100;
    img.setLayoutParams(params);*/
    mDrawerLayout = (DrawerLayout) findViewById(R.id.drawer_layout);
    mDrawerList = (ListView) findViewById(R.id.left_drawer);
    mDrawerToggle = new android.support.v7.app.ActionBarDrawerToggle(MainActivityMenu.this, mDrawerLayout, toolbar, R.string.app_name, R.string.app_name);
    mDrawerToggle.syncState();

    SharedPreferences settings = getSharedPreferences("ONC_Settings", 0);
    TextView Usuario = (TextView)findViewById(R.id.userName);
    Usuario.setText( "Usuario: " + settings.getString("ONControlUsuarioLogin",""));

}

private class DrawerItemClickListener implements ListView.OnItemClickListener {

    @Override
    public void onItemClick(AdapterView<?> parent, View view, int position, long id) {

        String evento = String.valueOf(((TextView)view.findViewById(R.id.txtevento)).getText());
      selectItem(position);

    }

}

private void selectItem(int position) {

    Fragment fragment = null;
  /*  Bundle args = new Bundle();
    args.putInt(ClientesFragment.ARG_PLANET_NUMBER, position);
    fragment.setArguments(args);*/
    //android.app.Fragment fragment1 = null;

    switch (position) {
        case 0:
            Toast.makeText(getApplicationContext(),"Prueba1", Toast.LENGTH_LONG).show();
            //fragment = new ConnectFragment();
            break;
        case 1:
            fragment = new ClientesFragment();
            Bundle args = new Bundle();
            args.putSerializable("O_DetalleMenu", (DetalleMenu)((TextView)findViewById(R.id.lismenu)).getTag());
            fragment.setArguments(args);

            // fragment = new ClientesFragment();
            break;
        case 2:
            //fragment = new TableFragment();
            break;

        default:
            break;
    }

    if (fragment != null) {
        FragmentManager fragmentManager = getSupportFragmentManager();
        fragmentManager.beginTransaction().replace(R.id.mainContent, fragment).commit();

        mDrawerList.setItemChecked(position, true);
        mDrawerList.setSelection(position);
        //setTitle(mNavigationDrawerItemTitles[position]);
        mDrawerLayout.closeDrawer(mDrawerList);

    } else {
        Log.e("MainActivity", "Error in creating fragment");
    }
}

Adjnto codigo de Layout

<FrameLayout
    android:layout_width="wrap_content"
    android:layout_height="match_parent">

<LinearLayout
    android:id="@+id/container_toolbar"
    android:layout_width="match_parent"
    android:layout_height="wrap_content"
    android:orientation="vertical">
    <include
        layout="@layout/toolbar"
        android:layout_width="match_parent"
        android:layout_height="match_parent" />
</LinearLayout>

</FrameLayout>

<FrameLayout
    android:layout_width="wrap_content"
    android:layout_height="match_parent">
<!-- The main content view -->
<RelativeLayout
    android:id="@+id/mainContent"
    android:layout_width="match_parent"
    android:layout_height="match_parent"
    />
</FrameLayout>

<!-- The navigation drawer -->
<RelativeLayout
    android:layout_width="280dp"
    android:layout_height="match_parent"
    android:id="@+id/drawerPane"
    android:layout_gravity="start">

<!-- Profile Box -->

<RelativeLayout
    android:id="@+id/profileBox"
    android:layout_width="match_parent"
    android:layout_height="120dp"
    android:background="@color/material_blue_grey_800"
    android:padding="8dp"
    android:layout_alignParentTop="true"
    android:layout_alignParentLeft="true"
    android:layout_alignParentStart="true">

    <ImageView
        android:id="@+id/avatar"
        android:layout_width="60dp"
        android:layout_height="60dp"
        android:src="@drawable/icon_oncontrol"
        android:layout_marginTop="15dp" />

    <TextView
        android:id="@+id/userName"
        android:layout_width="match_parent"
        android:layout_height="wrap_content"
        android:text="@string/Usuario"
        android:textColor="#fff"
        android:textSize="16sp"
        android:textStyle="bold"
        android:layout_below="@+id/avatar"
        android:layout_alignParentLeft="true"
        android:layout_alignParentStart="true"
        android:layout_marginTop="7dp" />

</RelativeLayout>

<ListView

    android:id="@+id/left_drawer"
    android:layout_width="280dp"
    android:layout_height="match_parent"
    android:layout_below="@+id/profileBox"
    android:background="@color/ColorBackground1"/>

    <!--  <include
          android:menu="@menu/activity_main_drawer"
          />
-->
</RelativeLayout>

Y el error
07-25 13:09:39.312 15344-15344/mx.com.oncontrol.oncontrol E/AndroidRuntime: FATAL EXCEPTION: main
Process: mx.com.oncontrol.oncontrol, PID: 15344
java.lang.ClassCastException: android.widget.RelativeLayout$LayoutParams cannot be cast to android.support.v4.widget.DrawerLayout$LayoutParams
    at android.support.v4.widget.DrawerLayout.isDrawerView(DrawerLayout.java:1415)
    at android.support.v4.widget.DrawerLayout.closeDrawer(DrawerLayout.java:1630)
    at mx.com.oncontrol.oncontrol.MainActivityMenu.selectItem(MainActivityMenu.java:125)
    at mx.com.oncontrol.oncontrol.MainActivityMenu.access$000(MainActivityMenu.java:29)
    at mx.com.oncontrol.oncontrol.MainActivityMenu$DrawerItemClickListener.onItemClick(MainActivityMenu.java:72)
    at android.widget.AdapterView.performItemClick(AdapterView.java:299)
    at android.widget.AbsListView.performItemClick(AbsListView.java:1113)
    at android.widget.AbsListView$PerformClick.run(AbsListView.java:2911)
    at android.widget.AbsListView$3.run(AbsListView.java:3645)
    at android.os.Handler.handleCallback(Handler.java:733)
    at android.os.Handler.dispatchMessage(Handler.java:95)
    at android.os.Looper.loop(Looper.java:136)
    at android.app.ActivityThread.main(ActivityThread.java:5001)
    at java.lang.reflect.Method.invokeNative(Native Method)
    at java.lang.reflect.Method.invoke(Method.java:515)
    at com.android.internal.os.ZygoteInit$MethodAndArgsCaller.run(ZygoteInit.java:785)
    at com.android.internal.os.ZygoteInit.main(ZygoteInit.java:601)
    at dalvik.system.NativeStart.main(Native Method)

A: android.widget.RelativeLayout$LayoutParams y android.support.v4.widget.DrawerLayout$LayoutParams son 2 clases diferentes aunque tengan el mismo nombre. Importa solo la clase que vas a utilizar cuando vayas a asignar los parametros del layout en el DrawerLayout, en este caso android.support.v4.widget.DrawerLayout$LayoutParams

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Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles Enjoying 'One-on-One' Downtime in the UK, Source Says
ETOnline 2hrs ago
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Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles' romance continues to blossom in the U.K. A source tells ET the pair have been enjoying some down time across the pond.
"Filming during a pandemic in L.A. was pretty all-consuming," the source says of Wilde and Styles, who worked together on the upcoming film she directed, Don't Worry Darling. "Now they're able to unwind, relax, and really enjoy some one-on-one time."
According to the source, the pair have kept a low profile and tend to avoid public places. "Their idea of a good time is going for a long walk and ducking into a neighborhood pub," the source shares.
ET's source adds that Olivia has been co-parenting with Jason Sudeikis, who is in London for work, though the former couple is living in separate homes.
News broke back in November that Wilde, 36, and Sudeikis, 45, called off their engagement after seven years. The former couple -- who share two children together, son Otis, 6, and daughter Daisy, 4 -- now appear to be on good terms.
"All [Olivia's] ever wanted is for them to have a united front," a source told ET last month. "They are and always will be a family."
The source added that Wild and Sudeikis were back to "being on the same page." The kids are their top priority, added the source, who noted that while they are both moving on with their lives, they are making a point of being supportive of one another.
"She is proud of Jason and super supportive of him," the source said.
See more in the video below.
Olivia Wilde Reunites With Ex Jason Sudeikis After Holding Hands With Harry Styles
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In a 2011 CNN/Tea Party Express Republican Debate moderator Wolf Blitzer famously asked prominent libertarian Representative Ron Paul a "hypothetical question" about the soon-to-be-operational Obamacare: What should be done when a 30-year old man decides not to buy health insurance and then requires significant medical intervention that he cannot afford? Paul predictably responded. He should "assume responsibility for himself...That's what freedom is all about, taking your own risks..."
Blitzer followed up by asking Paul if he meant, "society should just let him die?" Members of the audience yelled, "Yeah". It was a Tea Party meeting after all. Paul waffled. He conceded intervention might be necessary but insisted the cost should be borne voluntarily by "(o)ur neighbors, our friends, our churches."
Now Obamacare is in place. The hypothetical has become real. In the last few weeks we've learned of at least two Republicans who refused to buy health insurance and then launched GoFundMe initiatives when they encountered medical difficulties.
In November 2014 self-employed Richard Mack's wife was hospitalized and then in early January he himself suffered a heart attack. His son launched a GoFundMe campaign. "It is difficult and humbling to say that we need your help but we do." He's raised $45,000 so far toward a $60,000 goal from a little over 1,000 donors.
Mack's opposition to Obamacare is political. A former sheriff of Graham County, Arizona he is the founder of the Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association, a group he described as "the army to set our nation free". He serves on the board of Oath Keepers, a right-wing group made up of police and military veterans. He's been an outspoken opponent not only of the American Care Act (ACA) but of all federal authority. "The States do not have to take or support or pay for Obamacare or anything else from Washington, DC," says Mack. "The States are not subject to federal direction."
More widely reported is the case of Luis Lang, a 49-year-old self-employed resident of Fort Mill, South Carolina who always prided himself on paying his own medical expenses. He suffered a series of mini strokes earlier this year and ended up with bleeding in the eyes, a partially detached retina and a need for very expensive medical care to save his eyesight. He's been out of work since December. His GoFundMe campaign has raised $26,000 toward a $30,000 goal from over 1300 donors.
Ron Paul might view Richard Mack's situation as a perfect example of his libertarian philosophy. He chose not to buy insurance. He now needs financial assistance. His family and friends have rallied to his support, largely because of his political activities. One donor wrote, "Thank you for your sacrifice in the fight for our freedom." Another said, "Keep up the fight and with the full armour (sic) of God we will prevail. Thanks be to God for your stand for freedom and for not giving in to the Obama care demands." Another commented, "May God continue to watch over you and bless all that you do for this nation under siege." And another declared, "Thanks for never surrendering to federal tyranny."
To me, however, Lang's case is more instructive. Lang is not a public figure. He's not a political rallying point. Moreover, his is a case study in personal irresponsibility. He is a long time smoker who has been lax in controlling his diabetes. He knew that his eyes needed serious medical attention for some time.
When the Charlotte Observer first wrote about Lang he was angry at Obamacare. When confronted with significant medical expenses he tried to sign up but discovered enrollment had closed a month earlier. He is now poor enough to qualify for Medicaid but South Carolina's Republican controlled legislature has refused to expand Medicaid. Nevertheless, his wife Mary said, "(My husband) should be at the front of the line, because he doesn't work and because he has medical issues."
Lang was asking for help primarily from strangers who didn't know who he was. Revealingly, a significant majority of those who gave were self-described liberals, according to Charles Gaba. One donor wrote, "The party of personal responsibility (has) left you hanging on your own consequences. Progressives like me think that's just cruel." Another disclosed, "From a first generation immigrant Communist. Good luck brother." Another reflected, "From a godless liberal feminist but my 89 y/o dad has macular degeneration and so my heart goes out to anyone who's having vision trouble." Still another pointed out, "Sir, I know if the shoe was on the other food you would expect me to 'pull myself up by my own boot straps" and wouldn't contribute. But I'm compassionate and think we all owe something to each other." Another commented, "I want to say something clever and sassy about your right wing stupidity, but all I can feel is compassion. I hope you get the medical care you need." And still another observed, "I too am a bleeping liberal who thinks no one should suffer due to bad choices, bad luck, or bad policies of conservative dogma."
After reviewing the comments, Lang reflected on his GoFundMe page, "I have to give a big thumbs up to the liberal side. Even though you have crucified me in your comments but you spoke with your heart with donations...As far as the conservative side I wish they would step up to the plate and do there (sic) part."
Which brings us to the crux of the debate about Obamacare or any government sponsored health insurance. Conservatives, circa 2015 do not believe it is their obligation to help. Lang made his choice and he must live with the consequences. The modern day conservative's guru is Ayn Rand, who viewed compassion as inherently dehumanizing, an emotion that, if acted upon, diminishes the self. "Do not confuse altruism with kindness, good will or respect for the rights of others..." she declared. "The irreducible primary of altruism, the basic absolute, is self-sacrifice--which means; self-immolation, self-abnegation, self-denial, self-destruction...."
In Ayn Rand's world, I am most definitely not my neighbor's keeper. Republicans political leaders in the 21 states that have refused to expand Medicaid despite the fact that it would cost the state virtually nothing to do so are clearly of that mindset.
I'm sure these Republicans would declare their allegiance to Adam Smith as fervently as they do to Ayn Rand. But there's the rub. Adam Smith believed in altruism and compassion. Indeed, in his book The Theory of Moral Sentiments Smith argued that humans' innate sense of empathy and sympathy forms the basis for civilized life. "The man whom we naturally love the most is he who joins to...his own original and selfish feelings, the most exquisite sensibility...and sympathetic feels of others." Smith wrote The Theory of Moral Sentiments before the The Wealth of Nations. It became an instant best seller. Both should be read together. The flip side of economic self-interest is the interest in the greater good. Without compassion the brutality of the marketplace becomes unconscionable.
The comments on Lang's GoFundMe page may have changed his own politics. In an interview with ThinkProgress he exclaimed, "Now that I'm looking at what each party represents, my wife and I are both saying -- hey, we're not Republicans!" He added, "... I do mainly blame Republicans for their pigheadedness. They're blocking policies that could help everyone. I'm in the situation I'm in because they chose not to expand Medicaid for political reasons. And I know I'm not the only one."
Luis Lang's views on medical care have changed dramatically. He now favors a health care system that enables everyone to have coverage regardless of their income level. No more means testing. No more enrollment periods. No more mountains of paperwork and bureaucracies. Lang says he now agrees "one hundred percent" with the people who commented on his crowdfunding page that health care is a human right.
Richard Mack and Luis Lang are individuals seeking the help of individuals. They may succeed in their campaigns. But if 1 million or even 1 thousand individuals tried to create GoFundMe campaigns to deal with elevated medical expenses they would inevitably come up short no matter how many compassionate people are out there. Individual charity cannot sustain such a level of collective need.
Which is why we have Medicare and Medicaid and the VA. Yet even with these tens of millions of Americans lack access to adequate medical care. Many millions have been plunged into bankruptcy because of medical expenses.
Obamacare was established to deal with these stark facts. The case of Luis Lang demonstrates that Obamacare is only a step in the right direction. Ultimately, as Mr. Lang now understands, we need to view adequate health care as a human right, available to all. Virtually every industrialized nation already does. Those countries also value individual responsibility. But they do not believe that when it comes to health, irresponsibility should condemn one to death or penury. They accept that access to medical care is a social obligation. And so should we.


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10 grams of 24-carat gold sold at Rs 47,080; silver reaches Rs 61,200 per kg
The value of 10 grams of 22-carat gold in New Delhi is Rs 46,250 and in Mumbai, 22-carat gold for the same quantity is being purchased at Rs 46,080 today on 03 December 2021
The value of 10 grams of 24-carat gold today, 3 December, was Rs 47,080 marking a loss of Rs 500 when compared to yesterday's trading value that was Rs 47,580. Meanwhile, one kilo of silver has settled at Rs 61,200 after observing a rise of Rs 500 as compared to yesterday's value which stood at Rs 60, 700.
Below is the gold price today in major Indian cities:
With recent updates, the value of 10 grams of 22-carat gold in the national capital – New Delhi is Rs 46,250, while in the financial capital- Mumbai, 22-carat gold for the same quantity is being purchased at Rs 46,080, today. Whereas in Kolkata and Chennai, the precious yellow metal is being sold at Rs 46,400 and Rs 44,170, respectively.
According to the Good Returns website, the value of 24-carat gold in Mumbai is Rs 47,080 for 10 grams. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of 24-carat gold in the national capital is Rs 50,450. In Kolkata, it is being purchased at Rs 49,100 and in Chennai, for the same quantity, 24-carat gold is being sold at Rs 48,190, today.
As per other important cities, such as Hyderabad and Pune, the value of 10 grams of 22-carat gold is estimated to be at Rs 44,100 and Rs 45,320, respectively. Furthermore, for the same amount, the selling price of 24-carat gold in both the cities stand at Rs 48,110 and Rs 48,570.
In Kerala, the procuring price of 22-carat gold for 10 grams is Rs 44,100 while 24-carat gold, for the same amount, is currently being sold at Rs 48,110. However, in Ahmedabad and Nashik, revised updates show that for 10 grams, 22-carat gold is being traded at Rs 45,380 and Rs 45,320. Additionally, for 24-carat gold for the same amount, customers will be purchasing it at Rs 48,800 and Rs 48,570, today in the two cities.
As per data from Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures rose by 0.51 percent to Rs 47,642.00. While, for silver, the futures value also went up by 0.11 percent to Rs 61.190.00.
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EN 12642 Under Review
BS EN 12642 : 2006, the European load containment standard including both "L" and "XL" levels is under review.
Currently drafted as CEN prEN12642, the aim of the revision is to "update the test methods as well as marking and certification of vehicle body structures that are able to take up a part of the forces to secure the cargo. Due to the particular cargo and the body type additional securing of cargo can become necessary and should be determined in the concrete case by the shipper, the operator or the driver."
When approved, the new document will supercede the 2006 version.
After careful inspection, the changes are welcomed by Don-Bur. Of particular interest, the new proposed standard calls for both clearer trailer marking and requirements for both test reports and certification.
In terms of marking, external stickers should be located to the "forward part of the vehicle" and should now also include information about the maximum compliant test load and forces to front, side and rear walls. On covered vehicles, an additional sticker needs to applied to the inside of the body.
The specific requirement for certification in a new Annex (C) is perhaps the most significant:
"After a vehicle body has been tested according to the test procedures described in this standard a test certificate shall be issued and signed by the person responsible for the tests. The certificate shall have a layout and contents as shown below and it shall be written in English."
Richard Owens, marketing manager at Don-Bur adds, "The proposed standard includes long-awaited revisions which offer greater clarity to manufacturer, operator and enforcement bodies alike. As we are passionate about the safety of loads on vehicles, we are already taking steps to implement all of the new requirements before it comes into force."


At least 11 people have been reported dead and several injured as a result of a mass shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue.
The Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where a mass shooting took place during Shabbat services on Saturday, October 27. Credit: Google Maps screenshot.
The shooting took place at The Tree of Life Synagogue in Squirrel Hill, a historic Jewish neighbourhood in Pittsburgh, as the synagogue was observing its weekly Shabbat services.
Michael Eisenberg, a past president of the synagogue, said at least three congregations – Tree of Life, New Light and Dor Hadash – would be holding services in the building at the time.
According to KDKA, the suspect is 46-year-old Robert Bowers, who surrendered to police at the scene of the shooting.
"I will emphasize at this time that there appears to be no active threat to the community. We believe the subject that is responsible for this has been taken into custody," Pittsburgh Public Safety Director Wendell Hissrich said.
The alleged killer apparently had a history of making anti-Semitic and anti-immigrant threats.
HIAS (founded as Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) is a non-profit organization with Jewish roots that provides humanitarian aid and assistance to refugees.
Despite the incident falling on Shabbat, the American Jewish community was quick to react to the shooting, expressing condolences to the victims and outrage at an attack on a peaceful house of worship.
"The World Jewish Congress is shocked and horrified by the heinous act of terror that unfolded this morning at the Tree of Life Congregation Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families and all the people of Pittsburgh," WJC President Ronald S. Lauder said.
Israeli leaders also weighed in.
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf said on Twitter that it was a "serious situation" and that state troopers are assisting local police.


Hey everyone, wanted to make a thread for you to post about any bugs you come across on the site, or features you can't find or that aren't working properly. I'll continue to update the first post of this thread as issues are confirmed. Thank you for your support in polishing up our new website!
Some data not displayed: credits, warning levels, award listing from profile, username change, and previous battle history are currently unavailable. However all of this information is intact and will be restored soon.
Incomplete pages: The Member List, Bit Collection and Personal Bit Collection are currently incomplete.
Drafts: Drafts currently cannot be saved and the saved drafts section shows 0 saved drafts regardless of what drafts were there before.
Top Pagination Bar: While a pagination bar appears at the bottom of a thread, it has been suggested a second be added to the top of a thread for easy accessibility.
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Search on Mobile: The search button does not display within the mobile layout.
New Menu Options: It has been suggested that "Log Out" and "Messages" be relocated to the member dropdown menu on the navigation bar for easy accessibility.
This falls under something that's just not visible right now, not something that was intentionally disabled. My apologies!
some times I get "gateway timeout errors" and "bad gateway" errors. the new site is also really slow for me on both computers at my house. I have not tried mobile yet.
1: I think the Contact Us page just leads to a blank screen, regardless of whether you're logged in already, or login after the prompt.
2: Can't really edit long titles on Mobile devices (most phone), you can't scroll left and right to fix an error that is off the screen, if this makes sense?
3: Who's Online link doesn't work; 404 Error.
In event threads, venue names with ampersands in them appear to break the Open Map link. For example, in my WELCOME TO A&C GAMES thread, when I originally had "A&C Games" as the venue name, the map link opened Google Maps with a search for just "A" and nothing else. I've updated it to "A and C Games" for now and it works.
Ok so I'm not sure if this was intended or not, but I can't read through my old PMs. Like I said I'm not sure if this was purposely taken away or if I just can't find it. I know it seems like a bizarre thing to worry about, but I get a kick out of reading my old PMs sometimes and would hate to see this feature be gone.
(Dec. 15, 2016 4:58 AM)Stormscorpio1 Wrote: Ok so I'm not sure if this was intended or not, but I can't read through my old PMs. Like I said I'm not sure if this was purposely taken away or if I just can't find it. I know it seems like a bizarre thing to worry about, but I get a kick out of reading my old PMs sometimes and would hate to see this feature be gone.
Oh, how old actually? I noticed that most of mine had disappeared too, but that was before the downtime and all. We are not too sure what caused it, unless it was due to our server trying to load less things. They should be saved somewhere, but I do not know if we could just make them all reappear for everybody or anybody.
I can't view all of my faces.
(Dec. 15, 2016 5:20 AM)Kai-V Wrote: Oh, how old actually? I noticed that most of mine had disappeared too, but that was before the downtime and all. We are not too sure what caused it, unless it was due to our server trying to load less things. They should be saved somewhere, but I do not know if we could just make them all reappear for everybody or anybody.
Yeah I noticed some of the really old ones disappearing before the update, but now I can't find a way to view even ones sent the previous hour.
It hangs on my IPod Touch 4th Gen. I could not browse there.
- Some user, like me or DGoon (well, at least us) hasn't the label under the profile picture correctly shown.
- Faces are not shown correctly in PMs.
(Dec. 15, 2016 5:29 AM)Dark_Mousy Wrote: I can't view all of my faces.
The Bit Collection pages are still undergoing some formatting. Don't fret! Your Bits are still intact, and we'll have an update on this soon.
Strange, I can't seem to replicate the issue, it's working for me on multiple mobile devices. What are you using?
(Dec. 15, 2016 1:06 PM)Ninja Blader Wrote: It hangs on my IPod Touch 4th Gen. I could not browse there.
I'll test this one shortly.
(Dec. 15, 2016 3:10 PM)C a o S³ Wrote: - Some user, like me or DGoon hasn't the label under the profile picture correctly shown.
Fixed the label issue for both you and DGoon. Thanks for letting us know!
The issue with Bits being shown incorrectly has been added to the bug list. That shouldn't happen, haha.
(Dec. 15, 2016 3:11 PM)~Mana~ Wrote: Strange, I can't seem to replicate the issue, it's working for me on multiple mobile devices. What are you using?
I'm using a Samsung Galaxy J7. When I would click on it, it doesn't go to the page. However, it only responded twice.
I can't seem to find the search function on the mobile version.
(Dec. 15, 2016 3:18 PM)Brisk AquarioHD Wrote: I'm using a Samsung Galaxy J7. When I would click on it, it doesn't go to the page. However, it only responded twice.
I'll check this soon! I have a similar device that I can get my hands on, haha.
The moderator tag hasn't been created yet (hence why you saw a blank tag before). So, for now, I've swapped your moderator and member rights so that a tag does appear. We'll swap it back around when a tag is ready, but you should still have the same moderator functionality as before.
(Dec. 15, 2016 3:42 PM)Stormscorpio1 Wrote: I can't seem to find the search function on the mobile version.
Search should have appeared under the "More" button on the bottom, which it doesn't. I've added this as an accepted issue, thanks for letting us know!
My mistake on the moderator tag. It will be fixed tonight.
Bug preventing registration is now fixed. Sorry to everyone that was affected.
(Dec. 15, 2016 4:04 PM)~Mana~ Wrote: The moderator tag hasn't been created yet (hence why you saw a blank tag before). So, for now, I've swapped your moderator and member rights so that a tag does appear. We'll swap it back around when a tag is ready, but you should still have the same moderator functionality as before.
(Dec. 15, 2016 4:08 PM)Bey Brad Wrote: My mistake on the moderator tag. It will be fixed tonight.
(Dec. 15, 2016 4:04 PM)~Mana~ Wrote: I'll check this soon! I have a similar device that I can get my hands on, haha.
(Dec. 15, 2016 12:03 AM)Bey Brad Wrote: This falls under something that's just not visible right now, not something that was intentionally disabled. My apologies!
When do you expect to have the naming feature back?
Not long, but I can't give a precise date. I'm prioritizing fixes by a combination of how long they take and how important they are.


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How to use: Apply a 1 to 2 mm thick layer to the skin as needed after thorough cleansing or exfoliation. Leave on for 10 minutes or more. Remove residue using a cosmetic sponge or a compress. Follow up with skin-specific care.


Are firefighters eligible for police action pistol and or police pistol combat? The rules state eligibility for the world police and fire games, of which I qualify for.
Im a hose dragger as well. Let's do this, Eric!


After the article I wrote last week about racism in Jasper, TX, I have received calls from residents of Jasper who say that AOL/Huffington Post called them regarding allegations that the Police Chief, Rodney Pearson, was being discriminated against because he is black. Talk about Race Baiting! The media does not care about the several white people who have filed lawsuits because they were discriminated against by the Police Chief and the City. They don't care about that. As soon as they hear that the black police chief claims he is being discriminated against, that is when they care. Can anyone say liberal media bias?
Rodney Pearson is not the victim of racial discrimination. Rodney Pearson is perpetrator. He is the one victimizing others and racially discriminating!
AOL/Huffington post is looking for another race story that they can sensationalize to make the white residents of Jasper look like villains when they are actually the victims.
Background info: I recently wrote an article about how racism has cost the city of Jasper millions due to the city having to settle with several white candidates filing racial discrimination lawsuits after being rejected for police chief by a majority black city council that instead had a backroom meeting and picked a less qualified man, Rodney Pearson. Pearson even has a criminal record and he lied about this criminal record on his police chief application. As a law enforcement officer, I know that lying about any criminal history on a law enforcement application is something that will get you immediately terminated. Pearson was inexplicably hired anyways and this decision seems to be based on the fact that Pearson is black. All the city's procedures and qualification standards for picking a police chief were disregarded and the black members of the council met in a backroom meeting to pick Pearson. When Rodney Pearson took office, he fired or demoted many of the white police officers. The city council then went on to give Pearson a $5000 raise even though city policy says he has to wait until after his first year to get a raise. The council, feeling the backlash for their bad decisions, even tried to give Pearson a big contract that would prevent a future city council from being able to fire Pearson without incurring a hefty financial loss.
Needless to say, Jasper had a recall election and two of the three black city council members responsible for hiring Pearson and for promoting the bad decisions of the council were kicked off of the city council after a vote of the people. The media tried to make it look like these black council members were kicked off because they were black. That of course was laughable because Jasper has and has had many black city leaders who the citizens of Jasper elected and like. It was not about race with these 2 council members who were kicked off of the council (Willie Lee Land and Terrya Norsworthy). It was about their decision to hire a police chief who was less qualified than all the other candidates and who had a criminal record and LIED about it on his application. It was about the council discriminating against others and making other bad decisions. It was about the right of the people to decide who their leaders are and recall the leaders who are not doing the right things.
So here we are today. The people of Jasper just elected a couple of new city council members to take the place of the members who were kicked off the council in the recall election. Rodney Pearson knows that his days as police chief might be numbered because this new council might fire him and hire a new police chief based on qualifications and not race. The new chief they pick might be black, white or brown. Race will not matter. Qualifications will matter.
Pearson knows he might be fired soon so he has devised a plan to to either secure his job or get him a nice settlement as a parting gift.
Pull the Race Card and get the liberal media involved!
Rodney Pearson has recently announced that he is getting ready to sue the city for him being racially discriminated against.
Pearson was HIRED over all the other more qualified candidates and he was given a hefty raise within the first year, but somehow HE is the one why was racially discriminated against?
You want to know the evidence that Pearson uses to show that he was discriminated against? Get this, Pearson says he was discriminated against because the city did a background check on him when he was hire. that is Pearson's proof.
This is a joke and it is just fitting that AOL/Huffington Post is looking into Pearson's racism claims and yet they are ignoring the half a dozen lawsuits from the white candidates who WERE discriminated against when the city hired Pearson as the police chief.
On a side note, State Representative James White has had his district redrawn to include Jasper County. James White is a black conservative and one of the best representatives in the Texas Legislature. I fully support James White for re-election against Mike Hamilton. I don't support James White based on color of skin. I support James White because he is the best man for the job no matter what color he is. Colorblind is how everyone should vote. He is a super conservative and a strong leader for East Texas!
This article doesn't surprise me!


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'Jeopardy!' Contestant Wins Game With Whopping $1
Drew Weisholtz
Jeopardy!, YouTube
They say it's good to stretch a dollar. Well, this guy stretched it to the unlikeliest of victories.
Fresh off the end of the Austin Rogers phenomenon, Jeopardy! played host to another odd moment when Manny Abell improbably won Tuesday's episode of Jeopardy! with a total of $1.
The clue in Final Jeopardy came in Asian Geography. What was it? "It's the only country that borders both the Caspian Sea and the Persian Gulf."
Manny came into the round with $1,000 and wagered $999. He got the answer wrong, leaving him with a buck.
Fortune (or -- at one dollar -- a lack of it) was on his side, though. That's because the other contestants came into Final Jeopardy tied at $12,300 and bet everything they had. They got the answer wrong, leaving Manny, who was the returning champ, the winner.
Congrats to Manny. Let's hope he doesn't spend all the money in one place.
The $1 payday has only happened one other time in Jeopardy! history, so the show commemorated the event.
Source: 'Jeopardy!' Contestant Wins Game With Whopping $1


Brown Jordan International is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of quality home furnishings and contract furnishings, selling a full range of products. Brown Jordan International offers innovative designs, superior quality, efficient production methods and a strong portfolio of recognized brands including Brown Jordan, Winston, Casual Living Worldwide, Charter, Tropitone and Texacraft. Headquartered in St. Augustine, Florida, the company is vertically integrated with numerous manufacturing facilities and sales offices located both domestically and internationally throughout the United States, Mexico, China, India, Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam.


Gift cards have become a best-selling gift. However, they are not counted as retail sales until they are redeemed. So, many of these sales will not show up on the books until after the holidays, and as we know, not everyone redeems all of their gift cards.The biggest growth in retailing has been from the Internet. Those numbers are never included when retailers report same store sales.
Retailers who have a successful holiday season will be the ones who simply tune out the bad news and do everything they can to keep their doors open.
If you're not sure what strategy to embrace, Segel's book is a good starting point. Filled with practical advice drawn from his two-and-a-half decades of retail experience, it covers everything from incorporating e-commerce marketing into your business to writing a business plan to handling legal and accounting issues.
Segel even provides a bonus CD with forms, templates, and samples to help retailers manage employees and inventory, track financial performance, create sales and marketing tools, and add signage to a store.
Make your store the place to get the best stuff. Too many retailers put price first and item second. Reverse it—always put the item first and the price second. But do remember, this doesn't mean that you can stick your head in the sand about price. "I was at the airport in Louisville recently, and as I was walking past the PGA store, I noticed they had a table out in front with some terrific buys," says Segel. "I was shocked when I saw a sweater I liked for only $9.99. I quickly tried it on and decided at that price I had to buy it. As I was checking out, a store employee suggested another sweater that was $39.99. And since I already had my wallet out I figured I might as well buy it too.
Give them something to talk about. Strong businesses are built on word-of-mouth advertising. The kicker is that in order for word-of-mouth advertising to work, you have to get people talking about your store. A great way to do that is through creative promotions, eye-catching window displays, in-store contests, and of course, all that great merchandise. All of these things are what make you different from the competition and what make your store stand out in the eyes of your customers.
Stay in front of your customers. If you don't already ask your customers for contact information when they buy from you, now is the time to start. Simply following up with past customers to ask how they like an item they recently purchased, to inform them about an upcoming sale, or to offer them special discounts is a great way to capture the fruit closest to the ground during a tough economy. You'll tempt them into coming in again and making a purchase without giving away the store.
Introduce the discount-later sales technique. There is a relatively new promotional idea that is being adopted by many retailers with a great deal of success. Here's how it works: A customer makes a purchase for a certain amount, let's say it's $105. Because she's reached the sales mark of $100 or more, you, the store, give her a coupon for 15 or 20 percent off of her next purchase. The kicker is the coupon cannot be used the day of the initial sale and is valid for only the next six days.
Sell every person who walks through the door. Remember, it is your job to maximize every customer who walks through your doors. You might be rolling your eyes at the impossibility of that proposal, but Segel says these tough times require a change in attitude. And yes, you can do this without being too aggressive or pushy.
Rick Segel, CSP, a seasoned retailer of 25 years, owned one of New England's most successful independent women's specialty stores. He is the marketing expert for Staples.com, a contributing writer for numerous national publications, and a founding member of the Retail Advisory Council for Johnson & Wales University. Rick is the director of retail training for the Retailers Association of Massachusetts. He is the creator of the Retailers Association of Massachusetts Awards of Excellence Program (RAMAEs) that has recognized over 50 of the most innovative retailers in the state.
Rick is currently serving on the Boards of Directors for five corporations and associations. After authoring and developing The Retail Technology Assessment Survey and The Retail Store Assessment Survey, online assessment applications designed for small- to medium-sized retailers, he created The Retailer's Advantage, a membership website devoted to helping independent retailers improve their businesses.
CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) designation from the National Speakers Association, an elite rank held by only 7 percent of professional speakers. Rick is a past president of the New England Speakers Association, and he has been a featured speaker in 49 states, and on four continents, delivering over 1,900 presentations.
Rick has authored nine books, two training videos, and a six-hour audio program. Retail Business Kit For Dummies, published by Wiley, Inc., became the #1 selling retail how-to book in the United States in January 2002 and is now in its 2nd edition. Laugh & Get Rich: How to Profit from Humor in Any Business, published by Specific House, has been critically acclaimed as a must-read for its insightful outlook at our entertainment-based society and has been translated into Japanese, Chinese, and Korean. The Essential Online Solution: The Five Step Formula for Small Business Success, published by Wiley, Inc., is a primer for business owners on creating e-commerce success. He is also the author of Rick Segel's Retail Inventory Control Solution: Open to Thrive and The 5,000 BEST Sale & Promotional Names & Ideas Ever Compiled and co-author of Retailing in the 21st Century. Most recently, he authored WOW Them Into Your Store: The Art and Science of Creating Powerful Promotions and Sensational Sales and Becoming the Vendor of Choice: The Secrets to Powerful Retail Relationships, both published by Specific House.
Rick also has tons of experience with the media and has appeared on TV, radio, and in many print articles. His down-to-earth, street-smart approach to business makes him a crowd pleaser wherever he goes.
Retail Business Kit For Dummies®, 2nd Edition (Wiley, September 2008, ISBN: 978-0-470-29330-0, $34.99) is available at bookstores nationwide and from all major online booksellers.
For more information, please visit RickSegel.com .


The Office of Planning and Economic Development would like to thank all of the wonderful organizations that partner with us to make a deeper impact on our community. These partners do all they can to make Springfield even more beautiful and welcoming for all of our citizens. Please take some time to visit their websites to learn more about who they are and what they do.
Nehemiah Expansion - The City provided funds to rehabilitate single-family homes for low-income families.
The Springfield Project - The City provided funds to The Springfield Project to demolish abandoned and neglected properties within their target neighborhood, the Neighborhood of Hope.
Enos Park Neighborhood Improvement Association - The City partnered with the Enos Park Neighborhood Association to develop a neighborhood master plan, as well as in the acquisition and rehabilitation of properties to improve the neighborhood utilizing tax increment financing.
Habitat for Humanity - The City has worked with Habitat for Humanity in the past to provide land for new construction builds for their clients.
Justine Petersen - The City provides funding to house in office a Justine Petersen loan counselor who assists Springfield Micro-Loan applicants with small business loans and loan counseling.
South Town Construction Center -	The City provided funding for the rehabilitation of a facility that houses the South Town Construction Training Center which provides job training for City low-income persons. South Town Construction Center is located at 1005 N. 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62702.
Abundant Faith -	The City is working with Abundant Faith to engage in the rehabilitation of four units in the Kings Court Development for Springfield low-income persons.
Springfield Center for Independent Living -	The City provides funding for SCIL to provide emergency ramps and other American with Disabilities Act (ADA) modifications for low-income, disabled Springfield residents.
SPARC - The City provides Sparc with funding for accessibility and other rehabilitations for their facilities that benefit low-income, developmentally disabled Springfield residents.
Boys & Girls Club -	The City provided funding to the Boys & Girls Club for rehabilitation of their facility. The Boys & Girls Club provides after-school development programs for low-income City youth.
Helping Hands -	The City provides funding each winter to assist Helping Hands with operations of their Winter Warming Overflow Shelter for homeless persons in Springfield.
Fifth Street Renaissance -	The City provides funds for the operation of the SOAR Program that helps homeless and low-income persons with Social Security Recovery.
Area Agency on Aging -	The City provided funds to help make the entrance and parking lot ADA accessible for elderly persons in Springfield.
MERCY Communities -	The City provides for the HMIS homeless tracking system.
United Way -	The City partnered with United Way of Central Illinois to help fund the 2017 Summer Youth Initiative.
Phoenix Center -	The City provided funds for rehabilitation and modification of The Phoenix Center's facility for homeless and homeless –threatened low-income persons in Springfield.
Urban League -	The City provided funds for the Summer Youth Initiative for Springfield low-income youth to do community service projects.
The Outlet -	The City provided funds for the Summer Youth Initiative for Springfield low-income youth to participate in Summer Camp activities.


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namespace Tests\Browser\Pages\Bills;

use Laravel\Dusk\Browser;
use Tests\Browser\Pages\Page;

class ListSummaryPage extends Page
{
    /**
     * Get the URL for the page.
     *
     * @return string
     */
    public function url() {
        return '/bills/billListSummary';
    }

    /**
     * Opens the dropdown action and click on the link to go to the Bill Summary
     * list
     *
     * @param  Browser $browser
     */
    public function browseToSummaryList(Browser $browser) {
        $browser->press('.app-list-summary-line .dropdown-toggle');
        $browser->press('.app-bill-list-month');
    }
}

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With prices starting from as little as £18,000 for a Velux Conversion, you can gain an extra bedroom or two in a matter of a few weeks, we will deal with everything involved from planning to completion, i.e. liaising with local authority and building control on your behalf, meaning you can sit back and relax while we build your new rooms.
For more information or if you would like a free quote on your Loft Conversion in Malton, then please give us a call on 0800 014 2407 or use our contact form to get in touch.
To view the building regulations for a Malton Loft Conversion click here.
Areas we cover in North Yorkshire: Bedale, Catterick, Danby, Easingwold, Filey, Grassington, Harrogate, Helmsley, Knaresborough, Masham, Northallerton, Pateley Bridge, Pickering, Richmond, Selby, Skipton, Thirsk, Whitby and York.


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Q: Adding Multiple Unique Vertices I want to write a single gremlin query that will create multiple vertices, but only does so if they are all unique. I know I can use the get or addV method by using coalesce step mentioned in the comments.
g.V().has('com.demo.test', '__type', 'Namespace').fold().coalesce(unfold(), addV('com.demo.test').property('__type', 'Namespace'))
This will hadd a single vertex only if it does not exist already. What if i want to do this same procedure for multiple edges and vertices all in a single query? My goal is that if one of the vertices/edges is not unique, none of them are created. However I understand that may not be possible so all answers are welcome.
Thanks

A: I found a possible solution. This works but there might be a better way to do it.
g.V().coalesce(
  V().has(label,'Namespace61'),
  addV('Namespace61')).
coalesce(
  V().has(label,'Namespace76'),
  addV('Namespace76')).
coalesce(
  V().has(label,'Namespace74'),
  addV('Namespace74')
).dedup()


When considering non-slam valves for severe and demanding applications, nozzle check valves should be your first port of call. The high-performance characteristics of this nozzle type check valve can assure optimal flow control in even the toughest environments. In this article, MGA Controls explains how nozzle check valves work and the benefits they offer users.
What is a nozzle check valve?
A type of non-slam check valve, nozzle check valves are high performance and self-actuated regulating devices. These reliable non-return valves are designed specifically with demanding applications in mind. As such, this means they can react promptly to high deceleration rates with a non-slam performance, which minimises water hammer in reverse flow conditions.
Compared to other check valve types, nozzle check valves offer unrivalled high flow, energy efficiencies and non-slam performance. They come with a selection of valve body and internal orifice designs and springs that are specifically optimised for the flow conditions of any given application. In addition, they also feature a built-in diffuser, which recovers head losses unlike any other non-return valve and minimises energy consumption.
Nozzle check valves also feature a spring assisted, short stroke disc action that closes the valve within mere fractions of a second. This function is able to protect pipework, expensive pumping and related equipment from any high reverse velocities and damaging surge pressures.
Energy efficient designs with unmatched longevity make nozzle check valves ideal for the Potable Water UK Water Industry, even buried service. The two main types of nozzle check valves we provide are the Z Type Solid Disc and the N Type Ring Disc, Metal to Metal seated, maintenance-free valves from Noreva GmbH.
Featuring a single turbulent-free, aerodynamic flow path, Noreva's Z Type Nozzle Check Valve is a high performance, non-slam, high-flow, low head loss, solid disc non-return valve for sizes up to DN250. A single spring design with diffuser affords users with maximum pressure drop recovery which maximises energy efficiencies. Whilst minimising turbulence, the Diffuser also stabilises disc performance. Multiple spring torque options are available to suit a variety of Critical Velocities but even in partially open states, the Z Type check valve can perform without 'Flutter' and wear. This allows operation in low-flow conditions with a far-wider operating range and low whole-life costs.
The N Type ring disc check valve from Noreva is designed with a low weight ring disc mounted to a frictionless, maintenance-free, multi-spring radial guide assembly.
Featuring a twin turbulent-free, aerodynamic flow path, Noreva's N Type Nozzle Check Valve is a high performance, non-slam, high-flow, low head loss, ring disc non-return valve for sizes DN300 up to DN2200. The multiple spring design and radial guide assembly with diffuser is exceptionally responsive and affords users with maximum pressure drop recovery which maximises energy efficiencies. Whilst minimising turbulence, the Diffuser also stabilises disc performance. Multiple spring torque options are available to suit a variety of Critical Velocities but even in partially open states, the N Type check valve can perform without 'Flutter' and wear. This allows operation in low-flow conditions with a far-wider operating range and low whole-life costs.
All of our nozzle check valves are manufactured by industry leaders Noreva GmbH. A proud partner since 2015, MGA Controls is the exclusive supplier of their non-slam non-return check valves to the UK's water industry. Operating under an ISO 9001:2015 quality management system, all nozzle check valves supplied are unparalleled in quality, performance and longevity.
To purchase a nozzle check valve, or to learn more about the complete range of nozzle check valves available at MGA Controls, get in touch today on 01704 779324 or email us at store@mgacontrols.co.uk.


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This edition of Jay Cal's View we take a look at the SoCal Pro Wrestling Summer Classic, a face returns to Mach-1 but debuts for Friday Fight Night, AWS returns for one night in the City of Angels, an update on the former NWA Worlds Champion, and a new class starts at the Santino Bros. Also could the Fit Pit Roster be growing? We also take a look at the Spotlight Wrestler and the return of the up-coming events.
SoCal Pro Wrestling crowned its Summer Classic Tournament Champion last weekend when Kid Caramba outlasted sixteen other men over the two day period in Escondido. Caramba outlasted Peter Avalon, Joey "The Bone" Barone, Johnny Paradise, and Ricky Mandel. SoCal Pro returns to the Escondido Fitness Center on June 24th.
Ricky Mandel just came up short in the finals of the SoCal Pro Summer Classic Tourney and can be seen in NWA Hollywood teaming with on again off again tag team partner Hector Canales, will be making his return to Mach-1 Wrestling but his debut to Friday Fight Night as he takes on Disco Machine. This will actually be the second time these two have faced off, with the last time Mandel successfully defended the SoCal Pro Championship against Disco at the M1W Showcase from Orange High School. NWA Pro/Mach-1 Wrestling "Friday Fight Night" comes to you live this Friday from the American Sports Center at 1500 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805, with a bell time of 8:00PM. Doors open at 7:30. Tickets are $6 for adults, $3 for students w/ ID and children 12 and under.
Friday will be Bart's Birthday Bash, when AWS returns with El Pappy Pineda Promotions in Los Angeles for the 9th Anniversary of Alternative Wrestling Show. For those who aren't familiar with Bart Kapitzke, here's the cliff notes. Bart was a vendor at the World Famous Frank and Son's Collectibles, as The Alternative Wrestling Shop, which sold assorted wrestling merchandise. Bart started promoting live wrestling events. Bart created the Frank and Son's Arena which was home to Revolution Pro and was the initial venue for Pro Wrestling Guerrilla. Bart blended Lucha Libre Stars with the up incomers of Southern California and brought many great matches to SoCal. The LA Fuckers return when Shamu Jr., Piloto Suicida, Dr. Maldad, & Acero Dorado team up to take on Shannon Ballard, Johnny Paradise, Johnny Yuma, & Peter Avalon. The Show looks very stacked and some of the best in Los Angeles Lucha Libre join some of the best wrestlers to ever appear for AWS. Tickets are $10 Each, $5 for kids, at the 132 Florence Ave. Los Angeles, CA. Come Celebrate AWS This Friday Night!
Adam Pearce recently updated fans to his condition and the real news is, there is no new news. Pearce would say "I'm certain that my doctors will 'strongly advise' me that a return to active wrestling is a bad idea. In fact, I've never had a doctor tell me that getting tossed around is a good one. Even with that expectation, I'm excited because I know the amount work that I've put into my rehab and I know that every one of my neurological tests comes back with better results than the one before it. I know my body is responding and I know that my doctors know what that ultimately means for me – one last ride." "Scrap Iron" went on to say "I want to walk away of my own accord, with nothing left in my tank or on the table, exhausting every option and opportunity so at the end of that last day I can look in the mirror and say without hesitation – 'You've done all you want to do, and you've done it your way'." Say what you will about Adam Pearce and at the end of the day people either love him or hate him, but Pearce has been very instrumental in helping to continue the growth of professional wrestling in Southern California. June 24th Pearce will get his final test on his condition, June 25th, that decision will be announced on the June 25th broadcast of NWA Championship Wrestling from Hollywood.
If you have the time, check out the 7-Hour Iron Man Match hosted by EPIC Pro Wrestling WAR.
The Santino Brother's Wrestling Academy started its newest class this past weekend for an 8 week course. Officials from Santino Brother's said "We have alot of great potential wrestlers this summer. All have good size, athletic ability, and even some charisma." SBWA have been producing an alarming amount of good quality wrestlers. Two of my favorites to watch Ray Rosas and Famous B, steal the show whenever they are in the ring together.
Speaking of Famous B, is there any one wrestler hotter than Famous B right now? He made his way through the Santino Bros. school to emerge from NWA Hollywood an enhancement talent to being involved in an on-going struggle with Ryan Taylor and Aaron Bolo against Peter Avalon, Rico Dynamie, and Rosas. Famous B had a real promising showing in the Mach-1 New Years Cup and the Hall of Fame Cup. B recently won the Pro Wrestling Revolution Jr. Heavyweight Title from Mr. Wrestling IV a few weeks back. Famous B then competed in Mexico and was apart of the Inaugural Urban Wrestling Federation PPV Taping. It was said that the match with Scorpio Sky, Sabian, Famous B, and Willie Mack stole the show. I also heard rumblings at the last NWA Hollywood Television Taping that a Lucha Libre Documentary that was being shot is said to be featuring Famous B. Here's to Famous B, spotlight of the week.
Tickets are $6, $3 for students w/ ID and children 12 and under.
132 Florence Ave. Los Angeles, CA.
New Wave Pro Wrestling Presents: Parental Discretion Advised!
4401 Cesar E. Chavez Ave., CA.


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Senate health care bill will leave 22M more uninsured by 2026: CBO
By Gabby Morrongiello and Bob Fredericks
June 26, 2017 | 4:34pm | Updated June 27, 2017 | 11:11am
The Senate Republicans' health care bill would cut the deficit by $321 billion over 10 years but result in 22 million fewer Americans having health insurance than under ObamaCare, the Congressional Budget Office said Monday.
The number of uninsured would be slightly less than the 23 million estimated under the House health care bill, the nonpartisan office said in a report.
About 15 million would be without coverage next year compared with existing law but "primarily because the penalty for not having insurance" would be eliminated, the report said.
The Senate bill would send medical costs for millions of poor and sick Americans soaring in the short term, although they would come down starting in 2020, the CBO found.
"Under the Senate bill, average premiums for benchmark plans for single individuals would be about 20 percent higher in 2018 than under current law, mainly because the penalty for not having insurance would be eliminated, inducing fewer comparatively healthy people to sign up," the report said.
There would likely be a reduction in basic health protections under the bill that would repeal ObamaCare, according to the CBO, because the law would allow states to seek waivers from requirements that include essential health benefits — meaning prescription drugs, maternity care and emergency services would not have to be covered.
The CBO also said the plan would mean $321 billion in savings to the federal government over 10 years, compared with $119 billion for the House version.
The White House dismissed the uninsured estimate, saying the CBO has "consistently proven it can't accurately predict how health-care legislation will impact insurance coverage."
It pointed to a 2013 estimate that 24 million people would be covered under ObamaCare by 2016. About 11 million actually ended up with insurance.
The Senate bill does away with ObamaCare's individual and employer mandates, cuts the growth of Medicaid spending and reduced taxes on individuals making more than $200,000 a year.
Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn (R-Texas) said the Senate must vote on the bill this week.
"I am closing the door. We need to do it this week before double digit premium increases are announced for next year," he tweeted.
But the bill's fate remained unclear as at least five GOP senators — Rand Paul of Kentucky, Ted Cruz of Texas, Dean Heller of Nevada, Ron Johnson of Wisconsin and Mike Lee of Utah — have said they would not vote for it in its current form.
"I've not said I'm a no. But I'm not a yes yet," Johnson told conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt on Monday.
Johnson then slammed Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) for forcing a vote before the upper chamber leaves for its summer recess Friday.
"I see what leadership's trying to do," he said. "They're trying to jam this thing through."
Other Republican moderates remain uncommitted, including Sens. Rob Portman of Ohio, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia.
Like Heller, they represent states that have expanded Medicaid under ObamaCare. The Senate plan could leave hundreds of thousands of their constituents without coverage, including those who choose not to buy insurance.
White House spokesman Sean Spicer said President Trump called Capito, Cruz, Johnson and Paul over the weekend to "hear their concerns and get their ideas and understand where they're at and what needs to get done."
Republicans have 52 of the 100 Senate seats. With no Democratic support, they can't lose more than two votes to pass the bill.
The president wants Congress to send him a final health care bill before lawmakers leave DC for their annual August recess.
The Senate released a revised version of the bill earlier Monday that included a "continuous coverage" provision that would lock Americans out of the individual health insurance market for six months if they don't have coverage for more than 63 days over the previous year.
The waiting period was meant to persuade healthy people to maintain policies to avoid a "death spiral" in which the proportion of sick people would exceed the number of healthy consumers, causing premiums to skyrocket.
Meanwhile, health industry groups came out against the Senate bill, although insurance giant Anthem backed it.
American Medical Association CEO James Madara said the bill would violate his group's core principle that doctors, "first, do no harm."
A nonpartisan group representing Republican and Democratic state officials who administer Medicaid programs predicted that the legislation would not work.
In a strongly worded statement that reflected the "unanimous" views of its members, the National Association of Medicaid Directors said the bill would be "a transfer of risk, responsibility, and cost to the states of historic proportions."
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