10 Go through, go through the gates! Prepare the way for the people; Build up, build up the highway! Take out the stones, lift up a banner for the peoples!
What are we to prepare for?
The Lord God is going to pour forth His Seven Spirits: "The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon Him, The Spirit of wisdom and understanding, The Spirit of counsel and might, The Spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the Lord" (Isa 11:2), upon all His true believers.
So, therefore prepare to receive. For a more detailed study of the Seven Spirits of God, I encourage you to read my twin books: On Dove's Wings & On Eagles' Wings.
The Bride is going to be caught away—Rapture. So, therefore, prepare to make yourself ready as the Bride – Rev 19:7.
God is going to ask for an account of what we have done. So, therefore prepare to give an account. Please read the Parable of the Dishonest Manager the Lord revealed about the manner in which we have to be accountable – Lk 16:1-2.
God's Army is going to rise up mightily. So, therefore prepare as a soldier fit for God's Army – Joel 2:11.
This year will be filled with much trouble and sorrow for INDIA. Violence will increase; rapes will increase. As a result the wrath of God will be poured over this nation.
Witchcraft—soothsayers will rise up and say they have the answers to the problems in the world. As King Saul went after a witch – 1 Sam 28:6-10, those in authority and government leaders will seek them and go after them.
Like the prophet Elijah, the true Prophets of God must arise and put them to shame. This is the year for them to rise up.
A river of blood is going to flow – because of the increase of terrorists. I received this word on Dec 21, 2015. And on Dec 26, 2015 a news alert was sent by Austrian police that European capitals have been warned of possible attack. Presently, we read of several terrorist attacks in many places in Europe.
False teachers will arise and teach false teachings.
The true church of the Lord Jesus will face a war – war against righteousness and truth.
White Throne judgment will be made manifest. Some people's sins will go before them before the judgment day – 1 Tim 5:24. Consider Pelatiah (Ezek 11:1-13) and Ananias & Sappira (Acts 5:1-11) for an example.Their cries and gnashing of their teeth will be heard.
New ministries and new ministers will arise and shine.
The eyes of the Lord will be upon them.
SINGAPORE IN PROPHECY (Sadhu Sundar Selvaraj): Now That The General Elections Have Been Completed, What's Next?
Sadhu Sundar Selvaraj will be at Harvester Community Church between 6-7 November 2015 (7:30 pm nightly) to speak prophetically on what is in store for Singapore, following the landslide election victory by the PAP.
This is a recent letter written by Sadhu Sundar Selvaraj, addressed to his ministry partners and friends.
Singapore is destined – by calling and by gifting, to do great things for God disproportionate to its size and history. That's God's unchanging mission for this tiny city-state. Have we fulfilled that mission these past 50 years?
50 years ago, during the Japanese occupation, they aptly renamed Singapore, Syonan – Light of the South. Like a lighthouse, Singapore is supposed to be a light to the nations (Isa 49:6). Have we been a light to the nations these past 50 years?
As I stood before the Lord and looked intently at Him, He then gave a mandate: Gather them together. I want to speak to them.
My beloved friends, our dear Lord is calling you to come hear Him speak to your heart not only concerning Singapore but also concerning your personal destiny. So, come for the whole conference and not just for the night sessions. Our God wants to speak to us at all times. Introduce this conference to your praying friends who cares deeply and passionately about Singapore.
Registration is fast filling up. Register right now!
Editor's note: For more information about this conference, please click here.
What is Singapore's prophetic destiny?
If you miseed the 'Last Days Prophetic Conference' at Cornerstone Community Church in April this year, here's good news: the conference returns in August 5-8, 2015, and it will be held at Kallang Theatre.
The closing date for registration is 20 July 2015. The cost is SGD$100 for adults/non-students and $75 for students/full-time ministers.
Sadhu Sundar Selvaraj will be the guest speaker at 'The Last Days Prophetic Conference'. The conference will be held at 29-30 April 2015, 7:30pm (nightly) at Cornerstone Community Church. During the conference, Sadhu Selvaraj will be speaking prophetically about what the Lord is saying about Singapore.


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Farke: We look forward to big games
Daniel Farke expects a tough battle at the Riverside on Tuesday evening as City take on Middlesbrough in the Sky Bet Championship.
Norwich are three points off Boro, who sit in sixth place and are unbeaten at home this season.
"Boro are favourites for the title and are in good shape and have good form at home this season," Farke said at Monday's press conference. "But we're looking forward to it and players always look forward to big tasks and big games.
"Middlesbrough have a really good coach and they have really good players. They were in the Premier League, and they have a lot of individual players. But not many people expected us to win at Sheffield United but we showed how competitive we are, and we'll be going there with the same attitude."
Norwich are unbeaten in five matches, but Farke was left ruing several missed chances in the stalemate against Bristol City on Saturday.
"I was frustrated we couldn't get the win," Farke said. "We had a big chance to make a big step in the table, but eight points out of four games isn't too bad and four clean sheets in a row is great. But we deserved to win the game and were disappointed afterwards.
"I always want to think big and be hungry for success, but when you calm down and analyse it you see we had a problem with our finishing, but we created four or five really good chances and a very close offside goal. But we're in a good mood and full of hope to extend our good form against Boro."
While Farke is keen for City to start taking more of their chances, he is delighted with the improvement in his side's defensive performances. "I'm happy with our defending behaviour – four clean sheets in a row in the league is exceptional but you have to prove it every game," he said. "I'm not too concerned about the two stalemates at home. Against Burton we struggled to created chances, but to me that is a one-off.
"We won well at Brentford and created a lot of chances, and in the first-half against Bristol City we created easily enough chances to win the game. So I'm not concerned about creating chances, but we just have to be more brutal with our finishing."
Daniel Farke
James Maddison's stunning strike sinks Middlesbrough
James Maddison's stunning first-half strike – coupled with another outstanding defensive effort – saw Norwich City stretch their unbeaten run to six in all competitions with a 1-0 win at Middlesbrough.
Maddison found the net superbly from 25 yards in the first half and City defended heroically from that point on to hold their lead until the final whistle.
Daniel Farke was able to name Marco Stiepermann, Wes Hoolahan and Nelson Oliveira on the substitute's bench after they all passed late fitness tests. In the starting eleven, James Husband came in at left-back, Alex Tettey returned in the centre of the park and there were starts for Yanic Wildschut and Maddison.
A laboured start to the match burst into life on 13 minutes. Marley Watkins did brilliantly to dispossess Dael Fry on the left hand side and he fed Maddison just on the edge of the box. The City playmaker picked his spot and found the top corner with an outstanding 25-yard strike.
However, Boro went close to an immediate equaliser. Adama Traore's near-post corner found Cyrus Christie unmarked but his flick-on evaded all his teammates in the area.
Similar to the victory against Sheffield United ten days prior, the goal allowed City to stand firm and hit Boro on the counter. The hosts found it difficult to break Farke's men down and were restricted to pumping balls into box.
Lewis Baker burst into the box on 34 minutes and his shot was charged down well but only as far as Adam Clayton whose tame shot was straight at Angus Gunn.
Boro's best chance of the half fell to Britt Assombalonga. A deep cross found the former Nottingham Forest man at the back post and his header looped over Gunn but, luckily for City, Christoph Zimmermann was there to clear off the line.
City finished the half strongly though and Wildschut was unlucky not to double their lead, slicing a Ivo Pinto cross into the crowd.
Jerome went mightily close to adding a second for City just minutes into the second half. His hold-up play had been brilliant all night long and he did well to exchange passes with Maddison before forcing Darren Randolph into a terrific stop from close-range.
Traore was Boro's main threat but even he was finding it difficult to break through City's stubborn defence. He managed it once on 64 minutes but after beating Wildschut and Pinto, his powerful strike was straight at Gunn.
Assombalonga then went close ten minutes later. Christie's hopeful cross found the Boro man unmarked but he headed straight into the arms of Gunn.
Those two chances were as good as it got for Boro in the second half, mainly because of another outstanding defensive display from City. In reality, they shut out their opponents with relative ease.
The victory extended City's unbeaten run to six in all competitions, but more remarkably, it was their fifth consecutive Sky Bet Championhip clean sheet in a row.
Middlesbrough v City: Ticket and Beamback info
Norwich City travel to Middlesbrough in the Sky Bet Championsip on Tuesday, September 26 (7:45pm), with tickets available on general sale.
Admission for the game at The Riverside Stadium is priced as follows:
Adults - £30
65+ - £20
Under-18s - £17
Tickets can be purchased ONLINE, by phone on 0844 826 1902 or from the ticket offices at Carrow Road, Castle Mall or Chapelfield.
Club Canary coach travel is priced at £33, with a £1 discount for season ticket holders and members.
Coaches will depart from outside Carrow Road at 12:45pm on the day of the game, with the assisted access coach leaving at 12:30pm.
Alternatively, supporters not travelling to Middlesbrough have the opportunity to watch the game via beamback at Carrow Road.
The beamback will be screened in both the Russell Allison Lounge and the Top of the Terrace.
Tickets for the beamback are priced at £5 and include a pie and a drink (pint of lager or bitter, or a glass of wine or a soft drink).
Limited numbers are available, so don't miss out by booking online HERE.

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This blog really has been super neglected of late. Pretty much since we got back from the US and I've been working that 9-5 daily grind since, there is very little motivation to write about my day-to-day as it would literally feature me craning over my computer, sitting on the bus, snoozing and very little else. Remember when planking was a thing? That is still me a lot of the time but without the audience.
I thought, after much discussion and enabling from Elissa (check out her new blog HERE), I should get back into the swing of things before my impending holiday so my holiday posts aren't as sketchy as this one.
We haven't been on a proper holiday (or overseas at all) since we did our rad 6 month stint in the US & Costa Rica in 2015/2016. We went to Noosa last year for a bit, but now, we're going to Europe!
Here is the only picture I have uploaded of our Noosa trip. You're welcome. I have no idea where the rest of the pictures from that holiday went.
Our flights have now been booked, so the hard task of getting leave from work, choosing dates and locations has been done!
I don't want to fill you in on all the details now, as they'll come with the posts themselves, but we're heading to the following places (+ other cool towns probably); London, Brighton, The Cotswolds, Bath, Edinburgh, Nuremberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Munich, Salzburg, Hallstatt, Prague, Cesky Krumlov and Vienna. RAD am I right. We've booked a hire car for pretty much the whole trip so I'm looking forward to being able to stop and check out cool places we come across too.
We've also finished booking all our accommodation, which is a pretty even mix of hotels, hostels, Airbnb & staying with family so I'll likely be able to provide a review on something for everyone!
There have already been a few things we've had to cull from the trip that I'm majorly devo about – a day to Disneyland Paris (too much $$, not enough time), going to the Harry Potter Studio Tour (booked out so far in advance) and a trip on the Jacobite (so far out of the way!) but I figure it's all part of travelling and we'll still have an awesome time!
I haven't been to Europe since a London/Italy trip in 2012 with the family. Again, I'm pretty sure those photos are on a USB (wow vintage) somewhere, but managed to find this one from the airport home on Christmas day. The girl in the dress that looks like a Christmas tree is Delta Goodrem #celebspotting? Again, you're welcome.
Adios for now, I'll post again soon. Probably. Likely not. WHOOOO KNOWS.


The latest edition of the Sight and Life magazine navigates various approaches in which technology and entrepreneurship can improve the nutrition landscape around the world.
Technology plays an increasingly important role in enabling the implementation of high-quality public health nutrition interventions. Similarly, innovative entrepreneurial solutions are required to improve access to proven nutrition solutions and ensure sustainability. We are grateful to the innovators and entrepreneurs who have contributed to this technology and entrepreneurship focused issue, providing ideas and pragmatic perspectives on how to leverage technology and entrepreneurship in order to reduce the extent of malnutrition in all its forms facing our world today.
Enjoy perusing the entire issue from cover to cover as it will inspire new thinking towards the field of nutrition. A few highlights in the new Sight and Life magazine include an article by Stuart Gillespie from the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) titled, "Making Every Move Count: New "Win-Win" Options for Nutrition and Health" where he provides a refreshing "Food for Thought" contribution discussing Pivotal Movement, a platform that uses fitness tracking technology to turn calories burnt into increased funding for nutrition projects. Additionally, Robert Hoekman from 510 Global outlines a new direction for using Big Data for aid. In his piece, "Big Data: The New Face of Humanitarian Aid", Hoekman provides examples of data-driven solutions to some of the world's most difficult and dangerous challenges. While Sight and Life team members, Srujith Lingala and Kalpana Beesabathuni, summarize successful social business models from our landscape analysis in East Africa in the article "Nutrition Entrepreneurs".
Technology and entrepreneurial approaches will together be critical to all aspects of improving nutrition in resource-restricted environments, including communication and education, affordable products and services, efficient supply chains, and monitoring and evaluation. This is a trend that is expected to accelerate, if not to become actually tectonic, in the next decade.
Big Data: A Gift to the Nutrition Community?


Having previously worked at Kansai area, and being able to experience working at Kanto area has provided a different experience all together. One of the enjoyable things in my current workplace is the beautiful view that comes with it.
Just around the corner of our workplace is none other than the Tokyo Skytree that was opened last May 2012. The tower boasts a height of 634m, making it the world's highest stand-alone communication tower.
Here is a view of the Tokyo Skytree from my office window.
How do i even begin to describe Tokyo Skytree?
In my opinion, it commands presence, and what really makes the structure breathtaking is the fact that the design incorporates traditional Japanese designs found in temples. The tower reflects how Japan has progressed, yet, is able to be in-touch with their history.
Tokyo Skytree is an experience, and though I would frequent the area, I would need to confess that I have never tried going to the observatory area. I think my fear of heights has somewhat been a major factor on why I haven't tried it. Not to mention the usual long lines that you would need to endure. Well, I have always believed that long lines are somewhat indicative of what lies at the end. Long lines at restaurants would mean good food, thus long line at the observatory would definitely mean a view that would take your breath away. I would surely try it once I have mustered enough courage to touch the sky. And once that day comes, I would surely try to go there in the morning and at night, as I know both would evoke a different sense of happiness and freedom.
Though hands down the main attraction is really the observatory, but this place has more to offer and more to be experienced. At the base of the tower is a shopping mall, the Tokyo Solamachi. Its a one stop shop, a haven for tourist as you could shop for different souvenirs, like Hello Kitty merchandise, Tokyo Skytree merchandise, anime merchandise and an assortment of other shops and restaurants.
As a recommendation, you should never miss out dropping by UniQlo. It is a go to place to buy not only your everyday wardrobe but a place to buy presents as well. Comparing with the prices of UniQlo from my country, the prices here in Japan is way cheaper. I would almost buy all of my presents here when going home.
My personal favorite area of the mall would most definitely be the mall's food hall. Sorry for the advertisement but I would always go to one of my favorite ramen place, Ippudo. Ippudo is equal to comfort food. I would always recommend Ippudo to all my friends visiting Japan. It is almost a sin to visit Japan and not eat ramen, and if it's good ramen you're looking for, then trying out Ippudo is something that must be included in your itinerary.
Being a major sight-seeing destination, there are a lot of subway lines that stop at Oshiage station where Tokyo Skytree is situated. This makes going to other destination a walk in the park. In the case of going to Asakusa, well, you can make it literally a walk in the park. But let's talk about that some other time.
Looking at it always eases the stress away. Be it just strolling and window shopping, eating or just looking at the beauty of the tower itself. Tokyo Skytree has truly made a name for itself and a must see for anyone dropping by the Kanto area.


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20 The Moorings
Coastal Cottage, Filey, North York Moors & Coast (Ref 28962)
Filey, Yorkshire
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A lovely second floor apartment in Filey sleeping two people in one bedroom.
20 The Moorings is a wonderful second floor apartment in Filey. With a double bedroom, it sleeps two people comfortably. The apartment also offers a modern bathroom and an open plan living area with a kitchen, dining area and a sitting area. Outside, roadside parking is available on the promenade. 20 The Moorings a superb, romantic base for a seaside holiday.
Electric central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Roadside parking on the promenade. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops 5 mins walk, hotel with bar next door. Note: Apartment is accessed via two flights of stairs, no lift. Note: No children or infants.
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Situated on the coast between Scarborough and Bridlington, this charming Yorkshire seaside resort began life as a small fishing village. With its five miles of sandy beaches and beautiful views, it is not difficult to see why it became popular with tourists in Victorian times, and continues to be so today. The beach is bordered by a long historic promenade, with a Sculpture Trail and chalets for hire. About a mile to the north of the bay, Filey Brigg is a long, narrow peninsula with steep cliffs which are 15 metres high. Filey Brigg's geology and marine life is impressive, and it is surrounded by hundreds of shipwrecks which continue to enthral professional divers. The Cleveland Way, a 110-mile walking route and the second National Trail to be opened, runs from Filey Brigg to Hemsley in North Yorkshire.
The town itself is home to many vibrant souvenir shops and traditional fish-and-chip cafes. The 12th-century parish church of St Oswald's is the oldest building in Filey. Every year Filey hosts an Edwardian Festival, featuring afternoon teas, brass bands and Punch and Judy shows.
Attractions within the local area include: Filey Bird and Animal Park; Filey Dams Nature Reserve for wildlife enthusiasts; Glen Gardens; and Filey Museum, which showcases local history. Further afield the North York Moors, Hunmanby, Scarborough and Whitby all offer opportunities for exploration and leisure.
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Now don't let the star put you off, it could be any shape in the background for example, a large heart, hexagon, tag or label shape etc. I loved this sketch because it made me think outside the box a little bit. At first I was going to use my newly purchased hexagon Nestabilities but then I ended up having to make a card for a little boy and I found the perfect space image so the stars were completely appropriate!
The image is called Love You to the Moon and Back and is by Wings and Willows , who have loads of fab images in their store. I printed the image twice, once so I could cut it out into a star shape and the second time so I could cut out the space ship and the moon to layer on top. I love how it turned out.
This week's Sketch Saturday challenge is sponsored by Wings and Willows who are offering a prize so make sure you pop over to the blog and join in to be in with a chance of winning!


Guideline #1: Psychologists are encouraged to recognize that, as cultural beings, they may hold attitudes and beliefs that can detrimentally influence their perceptions of and interactions with individuals who are ethnically and racially different from themselves.
Guideline #2: Psychologists are encouraged to recognize the importance of multicultural sensitivity/responsiveness, knowledge, and understanding about ethnically and racially different individuals.
Guideline #3: As educators, psychologists are encouraged to employ the constructs of multiculturalism and diversity in psychological education.
Guideline # 4: Culturally sensitive psychological researchers are encouraged to recognize the importance of conducting culture-centered and ethical psychological research among persons from ethnic, linguistic, and racial minority backgrounds.
Guideline #5: Psychologists strive to apply culturally-appropriate skills in clinical and other applied psychological practices.
Guideline #6: Psychologists are encouraged to use organizational change processes to support culturally informed organizational (policy) development and practices.


In the south of Sweden there is a state called Skåne in Swedish and Scania in English. In the north west of this state there is a place called Kullaberg. It is known for the rocky cliffs and mountains.
Kullaberg is a nature reserve and therefore some parts can not be visited during the time when the birds are building nests and breeding. In the yellow house on the top of one mountain you have the Naturum. It is a place where you get information about animals in the ocean and can see exhibitions about the area. Usually it will be photographs of the animals or nature in Kullaberg. They are open almost all the time from 11am-4pm.
The lighthouse on the top of the mountain can be visited if you pay 30SEK for adults and 10SEK for kids between 10-15 years old.
It is nice to be here when it is a sunset. Then if you are lucky there will be all kinds of nice colors in the sky. You can even enjoy the view over to Denmark, if you stand nearby the lighthouse.
There are also guided tours where you can get to know the nature a little bit more. They also have bird watching tours. The pictures below is from a bird watching tour.
If you want more adventures you can try rock climbing. The man in the middle picture is climbing up that mountain very easily. I might add that he did it without any help and without any ropes. If you feel that rock climbing is not your thing, you can instead go into one of the many caves that Kullberg has to offer. There are more than 20 caves.
When you walk around Kullaberg you will discover a lot of fascinating places and see many interesting things. For example this cute Highland cattle. You will be walking among them freely, they won't harm you so don't worry.
Even though Kullaberg is known for hills and mountains it does have flowers as well. The flowers shown below can be found in these kind of climate and on cliffs. These flowers are called Strandtrift in Swedish and Armeria Maritima in Latin. The flowers can be found all over Kullaberg, which makes the place look even more beautiful.
Kullaberg have so much more to offer. Scuba diving can also be done nearby Kullaberg. You can go on a boat to see porpoises which kind of looks similar to Dophins but they are actually small whales. This can be done during summer.
Recommended time to visit Kullaberg is during late spring and summer. It gets pretty windy in Kullaberg so wear something warm and use comfortable shoes.
How to get to Kullaberg?
Take the yellow buses number 222 from Höganäs to Mölle then you have to walk for 5 km. There is also a free bus ride in the summer that will take you to Kullaberg. The easiest way is to travel by car.
To find out more about Kullaberg click here.
I hope you got some new ideas for your next visit. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask in the comments field below.


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Q: Connecting to CloudSQL through SSL using Sequelize I need to connect a node js app sitting on Lambda to a PSQL database in Google Cloud SQL.
The node js app uses Sequelize and I'm having trouble with finding any guidance on how to present the SSL information on sequelize.
This is what Cloud SQL wants me to specify:
  psql "sslmode=verify-ca sslrootcert=server-ca.pem \
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      hostaddr=[HOST ID] \
      port=5432 \
      user=postgres dbname=postgres"

This is what I have currently on the node js app that keeps timing out:
const sequelize = new Sequelize(
  'postgres',
  'postgres',
  'password',
  {
    host: '[HOST ID]',
    dialect: 'postgres',
    dialectOptions: {
      ssl: {
        key: cKey,
        cert: cCert,
        ca: cCA,
      }
    }
  },
);

This is the error message I have been getting:
Unhandled rejection SequelizeConnectionError: connect ETIMEDOUT 35.232.250.60:5432
    at connection.connect.err (/Users/stephanielee/Desktop/blag/dist/node_modules/sequelize/lib/dialects/postgres/connection-manager.js:154:24)
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Tangerine Dream - The Pink Years 1970-1973 - Albums - Reviews - Soundblab
Tangerine Dream - The Pink Years 1970-1973
by Andy Brown Rating:9 Release Date:2018-09-28 Label: Cherry Red Records
For a long time, Tangerine Dream remained on my musical periphery. In 1970's German experimental music terms, they were never household names like Kraftwerk or namechecked as frequently as the eternally cool Can. Clearly, I've been missing out and this boxset has arrived in the nick of time to show me the error of my ways.
Formed in 1967 by Edgar Froese, these German electronic pioneers would go on to record an absolutely staggering, barely believable, 150 albums (or thereabouts). Now, that's the kind of discography that could intimidate even the most ardent music fanatic. I mean, where do you start? Luckily that question has been answered with the advent of The Pink Years Albums 1970- 1973. The band's first four albums collected in one handy box by the ever-reliable Cherry Red label.
In truly epic style our journey begins with 'Genesis', the opening track on the bands 1970 debut Electronic Meditation. A discombobulating swell of drones heralds the birth of the universe and our introduction to Tangerine Dreams uncompromising, avant-garde vision. A rich but sonically disorientating instrumental stew of cello, violin, flute, organ, ceremonial drums and discordant guitar.
Formless and free-flowing, the overall effect a distinctly psychedelic one. The 12 minutes 'Journey through a Burning Brain' finds guitar and organ rising and falling, the song occasionally hinting at a Velvet's like rumble before melting before our eyes like a Dali painting. The rest of the album continues in a similar vein; ambient textures, endlessly spiralling solos and an incredibly loose, improvisational feel.
The Electronic Meditation line-up consisted, primarily, of Froese, Conrad Schnitzler and Klaus Schulze. This particular line-up would never come together again. Perhaps one of the reasons why the album feels so different when compared to the next three releases. With Froese's vision still taking shape it's perhaps not the album to start with but an important document nonetheless.
The next album brings a line-up change and a three track, 40-minute journey into the cosmos in the form of 1971's Alpha Centauri. Froese, Christopher Franke and Steve Schroyder (as well as some guest musicians) take the band's sound to the next level. A darker, more focused trip into the unknown; the organ-heavy drones of 'Sunrise in the Third System' essentially re-introducing the band. For me, this is where things start to click into place.
The sci-fi sound effects and generally epic vibes of 'Fly and Collision of Comas Sola' stretching out over 13 majestic minutes, the sound of an organ being played at the edge of the universe. The spirit of Hawkwind and Pink Floyd is here but with any semblance of rock replaced by ambient yet mildly apocalyptic soundscapes. I imagine it would work a treat with Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey.
If you weren't already completely hypnotised the 22-minute title-track should do the job. The sounds here are much smoother, more drone-based then Electronic Meditation. There's no noodling solo's or even the slightest hint of any traditional rock instrumentation, just the glacial groaning of the cosmos to keep you company. Unlike some of their contemporaries, there's no riff or motorik groove to grab onto here, just the spacey new-age ambience.
For me, 1972's Zeit is the dark-star at the heart of this collection and one of the most startling albums I've heard in a long time. Froese and Franke are joined by keyboardist Peter Baumann (and, again, a number of guest musicians) for the four 'movements', each piece nearly 20 minutes in length. A deep, unsettling, cello and a Moog synthesizer creating the ominous drones that greet us on 'Birth of Liquid Plejades'. It almost feels like a horror film soundtrack or, perhaps, the music for a funeral in deep space. Either way, there's something just a little bit terrifying about Zeit.
'Nebulous Dawn' keeps up the ominous mood; squelchy synths and a dark, unnerving atmosphere. For an album from the early 70's, it's surprising just how contemporary it all feels (when compared to other experimental music that is). The gloomy, post-industrial electronic drones of Coil's Worship the Glitch and The Haxan Cloak (in particular his use of strings) both come to mind while exploring the albums heady, doom-laden, textures.
The deathly drones continue throughout the rest of the album, time slipping away as you settle in for the duration. You can't really listen to an album like Zeit casually. Strictly speaking, it's all quite uneventful. Yet if you give it time (get it? Zeit means time) then you'll be sucked into the albums bleak, yet mesmerising, black hole. Even if you don't like it all that much it's hard not to be impressed, the band's sound having evolved beyond all recognition in the space of two years.
With 1973's Atem the line-up stays the same but the band's sound shifts yet again. The lengthy title-track bursting from the speakers, the drums and (whisper it) almost hum-able melody feel liberating after the dark, oppressive tones of Zeit. The triumphant beginning giving way to ambient drones, the music as strange and otherworldly as I've come to expect. It was John Peels Album of the Year back in '73 and brings the bands 'Pink Years' era to a suitably widescreen conclusion.
There's something very cinematic about the music of Tangerine Dream, the swirling underwater orchestra of 'Fauni- Gena' sounding like an explorer's tentative first steps on an alien planet in some sci-fi epic. It's certainly easy to see why the band aren't namechecked as often as Can and Neu amongst the psych-rock crowd, Tangerine Dream creating music that shares more common ground with avant-garde composers and Philip Glass than it does with anything remotely rock based.
As with all boxsets like this, it's a lot of music to take in. Tangerine Dream, clearly, aren't for everybody and I'm sure for every new convert there will be someone else who dismisses it all as pretentious rubbish. For those of us who find ourselves suitably intrigued, The Pink Years provides a window into one of the most prolific and important experimental outfits out there. If you're a fan of all things strange and esoteric and haven't yet given Tangerine Dream the time of day then buying this boxset could be the beginning of something quite beautiful.
Beck and Cage The Elephant – MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater, Tampa, Florida
Galaverna - Dodsdans
Bon Iver - i,i
Caravan - In the Land of Grey and Pink
Duncan Fellows - Eyelids Shut EP
Pelican - Nighttime Stories
Tangerine Dream - The Official Bootleg Series Volume Three
By Rob Taylor
Coil - Swanyard
By paul_guyet
JuJu - Maps and Territory
Nirvana - In Utero
Pink Floyd - Meddle
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - Firstborn Is Dead
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - The Firstborn Is Dead
Nico - Chelsea Girl


JIMS organized a workshop on " Working in Teams for Success" for BBA-III Sem students on 23rd September, 2016 by Prof. S.C.Kapoor.
Later, the working of a human mind was targeted and the students were delineated how each member thinks in a team and how a leader should bring out the best out of each member individually.
As the event moved forward efficient communication was explained with the help of a beautiful activity where 2 teams with 2 members each were formed. 1 student from each team was blind folded and the task of other student was to instruct him so that he can safely reach the other side without hitting any object.
All these activities were relished by all the students as majority of students participated atleast in one activity.
Completing with all the activities, an inspirational video was played in which leadership & teamwork was focused.
The workshop helped the students to understand the significance of teamwork & leadership.


CapitalCityTickets.com carries a vast selection of Phish concert tickets at affordable prices. Phish is hitting the road in 2018 and kicking it all off on July 17th in Stateline, NV.
Phish was formed at the University of Vermont in 1983 by Trey Anastasio and Jeff Holdsworth, Mike Gordon, and Jon Fishman. Phish began to self-record their own albums Phish and The Man Who Stepped Into Yesterday) and playing small venues in and around town. Soon came local success and a major record deal was put on the table. In 1990, the band released their first major label album and were soon selling tickets to venues throughout the country!
Phish is famously known for the experimentation of music. Phish is first and foremost a live band – their shows are an eclectic fusion of improvised rock, bluegrass, folk, jazz, and pop that has placed them at the forefront of the modern jam band scene alongside Widespread Panic, String Cheese Incident, Gov't Mule, and others. During their performances Phish was known for their on-stage antics and jam band style of playing. The drummer, Jon Fishman, even wore a dress on stage for several years while performing.
In 1996, Billy Breathes was released and brought the band international fame. Billy Breathes, which contained their hit single "Free", is the band's highest charting album to date, reaching #7 on the Billboard 200. Phish fans across the country began buying tickets to see the jam band live in their town.
Over their career, Phish has taken hiatus twice but all the members continue to perform in their own band (Trey Anastasio Band, Mike Gordon Band).
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As many of you know, I started a new job at a new school this year. With a new class, new curriculum, and new colleagues, also came a new dress code. Needless to say, I had to really step up my game on my professional wear and let me tell you, I have had so much fun unleashing my inner boss babe.
When out shopping for work wear, my main priority is still being myself. The last thing I want is to feel "stuffy." I want to still be able to play with patterns, mix textures, and show off my personality. Thanks to Top Shop at Nordstrom, I am able to do just that. Over the last several months, I have accumulated a plethora of dress pants that are the epitome of F-U-N!
For spring, I am loving this beautiful olive color and all things lace. Doing a little front tuck is a great way to show off your figure while still looking put together! Lastly, you can never go wrong with flats and my girl, Tory, has the best ones.
Where do you shop for work wear? Let me know below.
Hey beautiesssss! I have gotten so many questions on how I style my long hair and what products I use (thank you!) so it is my pleasure to share with y'all all the dirty deets ;) I am going over everything from products, styling, and maintaining your style. So, let's get started!
To start off, I only wash my hair once a week; therefore, I only style and put heat on it once a week. This tremendously helps with how healthy it is and even if you do have to touch it up, hair holds style better when it's dirty. Also, just to clarify, yes, I do have extensions, but naturally have thick and coarse hair so it holds any style really well.
When washing my hair, I use a sulfate free shampoo along with a teaspoon of baking soda and really work it into my roots. This breaks up all the product that has built up over the week and gives your scalp a clean, fresh feel.
I let my hair air dry just to the point where it's not dripping wet, then brush it out with a wet brush. I follow that up by blow drying it in 3 sections running a brush through it (as shown above) to help smooth it out.
Once it is completely dry, I section it back into 3 sections and spray heat protectant on each section as I go. I take my straightener and brush and run it through each layer. I really focus at the root to get all my curlies smooth. When I get to the end, I gently curl it inward so it's not pin straight toward the tips. I repeat with each section.
When I'm done, I spray the texturizing spray at the roots to give it some grit and volume. I tease a couple sections by my crown and around my face to give it some body.
To smooth fly-aways and the ends, I take a tiny bit of the oil (half a pump), rub it between my hands, and gently smooth out the top and work it into my ends. This will also give it some extra shine and sleekness.
Since I do not want it to be crunchy, I don't use any hair spray. If you need to touch up any kinks throughout the week, just run your straightener through those parts.
To help with the longevity and keep it looking fresh, apply dry shampoo starting on around the third day and continue as needed.
Slow mornings: Waking up in your cute pajama set to a sea of fog and brewing a hot chai tea latte…sitting on your couch while the world is still quiet and you can be alone with your thoughts. That is my happy place.
Positive people: I mean, who doesn't love positive people. I strive to only surround myself with like minded human beings and believe me when I say, it changes your life. When you strive to be positive and see the good in others but spend time with a Debby downer, it's scary how fast you can get sucked in. I've been there. And it's not a good feeling. I am proud of the quality I possess in seeing the bright side of things and am naturally drawn to those who think the same. It makes life that much better.
Fresh flowers: Nothing to brighten up your space and put a smile on your face like some fresh blooms! (that was a good rhyme) hehe But seriously, I love coming home to a clean house and bright flowers on the counter. It instantly puts me in a good mood and makes me happy to be alive.
Sleeping in my own bed: There just simply is nothing like it.
Hand-written notes: Call me old fashioned, but I love a good hand-written card. Whether it be a birthday card sent in the mail, a thank you card to a friend, or a just because card to a co-worker, they never fail to make a person smile.
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Stefan Cross, communications manager OnStar shows new Wi-Fi hotspot technology in a GMC Canyon. The AT&T OnStar 4G LTE creates a mobile hotspot for smartphones, tablets and computers inside or near the car. The hotspot works for an area of fifty feet around the car.
To access Wi-Fi hostpot tap the OnStar button, select Wi-Fi settings, then you see the Wi-Fi connections where you setup names and passwords. Once connected, you can stream videos and answer emails for the passengers.
The vehicle has an external antenna for better connections than a smartphone or mobile data.
To set up Wi-Fi hotspot you can call OnStar from the rearview mirror button to receive personal help from a live support agent or set it up through the OnStar RemoteLink App.
Cross suggests that you set up the Wi-Fi hotspot at the dealer, in the garage or while you are parked. The process is fairly easy as long as you are not driving at the time.


Wi-Fi. Luxurious, large and comfortable apartment (with independent heating) in Midtown. Nearby are the park them. "Abay", tennis courts, Technopark, supermarket Bayan Sulu, confectionery Ladushki, the Savings Bank of Russia, Eurasian Bank. The apartment has everything necessary for comfortable living: clean towels, clean, ironed linen of high quality cotton. We provide transportation services.


To access your patient's claims through WEBeci, you will need to have an account created for your office. Once you reach the login screen, by clicking the WEBeci link, you will see a Provider Access Request at the bottom of the screen. You will be notified once your account is activated.
Feel free to contact the Health Claim Department with any questions you may have at 800-371-9622 or by email.
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Home Film/Televison Recap: "Last Rites," The Strain, Season 1, Episode 12
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Recap: "Last Rites," The Strain, Season 1, Episode 12
Sam Costello
In this New Golden Age of Television, it's become common to use a season's penultimate episode as a climax that resolves the major plots, with the final episode serving as a coda to wrap secondary themes and stories. In this, its second-to-last episode of the season, The Strain ignores that trend and delivers an episode that builds to next week's finale. In doing so, it fills in some tedious background detail and delivers a generally unfocused episode.
One of the odd things about The Strain is how it's spent the entire season following characters who were, at best, peripheral to the core plot, including Latino tough guy Gus, goth rocker Gabriel Bolivar, and corrupt oligarch Eldritch Palmer. We find Palmer, who I'd almost forgotten was in the series, on his deathbed, believing—despite Eichorst's taunts—that The Master will reward his faithful service with eternal, vamplified (thanks to Art Elliot for the neologism) life. And, indeed, he is a master of his word: the episode ends with Palmer restored to youth and a vamplified immortality (though, strangely, he doesn't look like any other vampires). Is that the end of the Palmer story? Other than pulling levers to facilitate the outbreak, his role has never been terribly clear.
The same is true, but moreso, of musician Gabriel Bolivar. Bolivar was an early lens into the pace and scope of the vampire transformation, but he's been absent since episode 5. Here, he returns for one scene—to kill Martinez's mother. At least we won't have to wonder what happened to him.
Lastly, Gus—another character who's only been of interest due to his minor role in the outbreak—reappears. He carjacks another minor character, a gangster played by Jamie Hector (of Marlo Stanfield fame), who's only appeared in one other episode, to stock up on weapons. As the pair find themselves confronted by a shipping container full of vampires (which, hang on a second: how did the vampires get in the container? Were they in there as humans being trafficked? If so, who infected them? If they were already vampires, were they being shipped from elsewhere? Is there another outbreak going on?), the monster SWAT team from the end of episode 7 show up and whisk Gus away.
Back in the main plot, much of the episode is devoted to explaining Setrakian's somewhat unhinged actions of last week. This happens through flashback, but thankfully we're out of the concentration camp and into 1967. Setrakian, wearing terrible, terrible age makeup (after last week's recap I feel a little bad knocking the makeup team so hard, but this looked pretty dire. The seams of the hairpiece and goatee were obvious, while the age makeup didn't hold up in HD), lives with his wife and spends his time tracking The Master.
Believing he's got a lead on The Master's location and a good plan, Setrakian heads into the countryside to some ruins, where he finds an inviting looking well. After descending it, he finds nesting vamps and we get the episode's one cool moment: one of the vamps wakes up long enough for The Master to speak through it to taunt Setrakian (If only the series would make more use of The Master's ability to see and speak through his minions; it's so cool). The whole thing is a trap, of course, designed to give Eichorst and The Master a chance to vamplify Setrakian's wife. When he finally escapes the well and heads home, not only is she a vampire, but he has to kill her. Oh, and did I mention that she walks with a cane and a brace on her back and leg? Talk about piling it on thick.
So now we know: Setrakian is driven to kill The Master out of revenge. Or is now, at least. Was he hunting The Master while he ran the pawn shop? Maybe the fires of revenge didn't burn quite so brightly.
Regardless, the episode answers one last question that most people probably forgot about since it hasn't come up since the first or second episode: the vampire heart in the jar in Setrakian's basement belonged to his wife. Of course.
This episode was a great example of the way The Strain pushes forward all its stories but can't get them to cohere into an engaging whole, as well as the way that it hits the most obvious notes in building and motivating its characters. Presumably, with an episode's worth of build up, the finale will offer some action and some resolution. And if it doesn't, well, at least the show will be finished for a while.
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House passed H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
On Wednesday, March 17, 2021, the House passed H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021, with the support of 30 Republicans. Todd Starnes refers to H.R. 1603 as amnesty for farm workers – "It would offer legal status for 1 to 1.5 million migrant farm workers and immigrants who have worked in the U.S. Illegally."
On Wednesday, March 17, 2021, the House passed H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021, with the support of 30 Republicans. Todd Starnes refers to H.R. 1603 as amnesty for farm workers –
"It would offer legal status for 1 to 1.5 million migrant farm workers and immigrants who have worked in the U.S. Illegally."
The purported purpose of H.R. 1603 is to "amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for terms and conditions for nonimmigrant workers performing agricultural labor or services, and for other purposes." The bill addresses: (1) alien farm workers, (2) H2A workers, and (3) E-Verify. Only the first provision is addressed below.
With respect to "alien farm workers," the bill:
Authorizes the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to "grant certified agricultural worker status" to an alien who submits a completed application, who has performed agricultural labor or services in the United States for at least 1,035 hours (or 180 work days) during the 2-year period preceding the date of the introduction of this Act; and who, for other reasons, maybe be inadmissible to the United States or deportable from the United States.
Authorizes the Secretary to provide the alien applicant with a document acknowledging the receipt of such application that will also serve as interim proof of the alien's authorization to accept employment in the United States.
Authorizes the Secretary to allow the alien to remain in the United States, even If the alien does not meet the required period of time of agricultural labor or services, but is eligible under the H2A program, upon approval of a petition submitted by a sponsoring employer. The alien must have performed at least 575 hours (or 100 work days) of agricultural labor or services during the 3-year period preceding the date of the introduction of this Act.
Provides that certified agricultural worker status (and those of his/her dependents) shall be valid for 51⁄2 years beginning on the date of approval, with recertification for additional 5 ½ years (unlimited).
Authorizes the Secretary to change the status of an alien from that of a certified agricultural worker to that of a lawful permanent resident if the alien submits a completed application, and the Secretary determines that—(1) the alien performed agricultural labor or services of not less than 575 hours (or 100 work days) each year for at least 10 years prior to the date of the enactment of this Act and for at least 4 years in certified agricultural worker status; or (2) if fewer than 10 years prior to the date of the enactment of this Act and for at least 8 years in certified agricultural worker status; and (3) the alien has not become ineligible for certified agricultural worker status. The spouse or child of a certified agricultural worker are eligible also for lawful permanent residence.
Authorizes the Secretary to credit the alien applicant with not more than 575 hours (or 100 work days) of agricultural labor or service if the alien cannot meet the time requirements due to "extraordinary circumstances." These include: pregnancy, parental leave, illness, disease, disabling injury, or physical limitation of the alien; injury, illness, disease, or other special needs of the alien's child or spouse; severe weather conditions that prevented the alien from engaging in agricultural labor or services; reduced hours of employment or other restrictions associated with COVID–19; or an unjust termination from agricultural employment and the alien was unable to find alternative agricultural employment after a reasonable job search.
An employer who hired an illegal alien may not face civil or criminal prosecution if documentary employment records from that employer are used by the alien to prove employment for the requisite periods in support of his application for certified agricultural worker status, unless fraudulent. And finally, all aliens granted certified agricultural worker status (and their dependents) will be assigned social security account numbers.
In the 117th Congress, Democrats don't cross the aisle to support Republican introduced legislation, except in minor and superficial ways. Somehow, Republicans seem to find a way to put aside their deeply held fundamental conservative values to support Democrat legislation. What's up with this? And, of all things, today's message from the NRCC screamed –
"Our borders are at a breaking point and House Democrats just rammed through MASS AMNESTY for illegal immigrants! Stand up to the open-border Democrats and we'll match you 500% for 2 hours…."
Yeah, ok! But, wouldn't we, shouldn't we, also stand up to the 30 open-border House Republicans who went along with the ramming? To be fair, these Republican House members all seem to be from farming states where farm workers may be in critical need. But amnesty for 1 to 1.5 million illegal farm workers? Come on man! The question remains! How can we criticize Democrats on this issue but not Republicans? Just asking!


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Rodney Harrison Makes History as the First African American NYPD Chief of Detectives in 175 Years
The New York City Police Department has appointed Rodney Harrison as Chief of Detectives. He is the first African American in the department's 175-year existence to serve in this role.
Previously, Harrison served as Chief of Patrol, playing a central role in the creation and roll-out of Neighborhood Policing to every precinct across the city.
But now as Chief of Detectives, he oversees the prevention, detection and investigation of crime, bringing a decade of experience supervising investigations and crime fighting prowess to build the strongest possible cases against perpetrators of criminal activity.
Harrison began his career with the NYPD as a police cadet in June 1991. A year later, he became a police officer and patrolled the 114th Precinct in Astoria, Queens. In 1994, he was assigned to the Narcotics division and then promoted to Detective in 1995. Harrison later worked in various commands in Patrol Borough Brooklyn South and Patrol Borough Brooklyn North—including the 71 Detective Squad, 73 Detective Squad and 73 Precinct—and Patrol Borough Bronx.
He served as executive officer of 47 Precinct. He has also served as commanding officer of the 28 and 32 Precincts. He was promoted to Deputy Chief while serving in the Internal Affairs Bureau and then held assignments in Patrol Borough Staten Island and Patrol Borough Brooklyn North. He then became the Chief of Detectives of Brooklyn North overseeing all investigations, before being appointed Chief of Patrol.
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Videocon is an Indian company established in 1979. Videocon washing machines are always equipped with the latest technologies and offer you a top-class washing experience. They have a legitimate track record in selling quality washing machines. Videocon washing machines are acknowledged as one of the top washing machine brands in the country. The washing machines are simplified to give you a qualitative service. One of the most important highlights is that Videocon washing machines are manufactured with minimum parts and yet they are beautiful to look at. They are known for their advanced features and technologies.
Videocon fully-automatic top loading washing machines give your clothes a perfect wash every time. Some of the primary features include Twister pulsators with curved fans, fuzzy logic guide, delay start, nine wash program, magic filter, child lock, 10-level water selection, auto-error detection, memory backup, 3-cascade, steel tub, and auto-soak.
Videocon Fully-automatic front loading machines have unique features such as fuzzy logic control, stainless steel drum, antifoam sensor, LED display, child lock, 14 wash programs, preset, 5 water temperature selection, self diagnosis, and heat wash.
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CO2Meter, Inc. This client wanted to sell indoor air quality products online. The goal was pure e-commerce. Since 2009, through SEO best practices and targeted Google AdWords, sales have risen to over $3M per year online. In addition, if you Goggle "CO2 Meter" you'll see this web site ranks in the top few positions on the first page.
Signs by Crannie. Like most clients, the folks at Signs by Crannie had lots of ideas but no one to crystallize them into words. Over two afternoons, I was able to interview the owner, then write all the copy for the website. The client provided raw photography, and I put both together using a commercial WordPress template. The client has since risen from no website presence in Google to 1st page for many of their search terms. In addition, the companion Facebook page rose from less than 100 to over 350 engaged followers in the first 12 months through posting alone.
JD Lab. JD Lab is a printer for professional photographers across the midwest. I wrote all the content for the website, created the blog, and wrote over 700 articles on marketing professional photography as well as a weekly newsletter for SEO.
GeneseeCounty911.org. This client came to me with an out-dated website not optimized for mobile phones. it has fallen into disrepair and no one at the organization wanted to take responsibility for it. Working with the director and their IT department, I was able to get completely redesigned mobile-friendly website up and running on time and on budget.
CJR Homes LLC needed an online presence for their new remodeling and contracting business. Like many of my clients, it needed to look good and be done quickly with limited resources. I found the domain, cleaned up the original logo, designed the shirt/truck graphics, color corrected his cell phone images in Photoshop, wrote the copy, created the website and registered it online with the most important search engines. In less than 15 days he's already being found for his company name on Google.
Simen, Figura & Parker is an established law firm in the Flint area. They needed not only to update their website, but to raise their online presence in Google. By a combination of updating their website to a blog, creating a local online presence, and regular content-rich articles with targeted keywords, they are for the first time getting contacts via their website.
Jennifer Tremaine, Realtor started with no presence on Google. We started SEO with new marketing copy using targeted keywords, new photography and branding, new content-rich pages, social media and a link-building campaign. Later, I was hired by the Tremaine company to update 30+ realtors to the new corporate standard. In addition, I hold in-house SEO and social media training classes for the company.
Appraisal Recheck. This client was looking for a modern, attractive mobile friendly website that would appeal to real estate agents looking for a solution when appraisals came in too low. Using a simple, yet bold design, a PayPal link, and the ability to upload PDF files we were able to get this new business off the ground quickly at a reasonable cost.
Fenton Land Surveying & Engineering. A quick project for a new company that needed a responsive (mobile) website up and running quickly. No images or copy. Thanks to some SEO, after 2 months they are already showing on the front page of Bing and Google for their keywords.
Gripandle.com. The client had an idea for a new product, and needed a website to show it. With only an online interview and 5 photos, I was able to create a e-Commerce website in less than 24 hours for them to test their product concept to friends and family..
Runyan Lake East. This client was looking for a site to showcase a new housing development. The entire site – from graphics to copy – was designed to evoke a combination of an exclusive, yet family friendly lifestyle. While it is a bit older, it still manages to rank on the first page of Google for its keywords and has resulted in the sale of over a million dollars in property.
Tremaine Real Estate – Naples. The client had recently purchased a home in Florida and wanted to rent it out. A property management company was charging hundreds of dollars a month to list it online. With only a USB drive of images and an idea, in 48 hours I had completed this one-page branded brochure site Facebook page that the owner could use to market the property on their own.
Solomon & Son Sheet Metal & Roofers. The client went from no web presence to a complete website featuring over 50 completed projects that he could show prospective clients on his iPhone. In addition, using SEO we were able to make him competitive on Google for his targeted keywords.
In addition to learning about each client's business, I have worked closely with clients in multiple industries and have managed several political campaigns including Township Supervisor, Treasurer and Trustee, County Commissioner, and Michigan State Representative.
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EEAS homepage > UN New York > EU Statement – United Nations 6th Committee: Report of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law
EU Statement – United Nations 6th Committee: Report of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law
10 November 2020, New York - Statement on behalf of the European Union and its Member States at the 75th Session of the United Nations General Assembly Sixth Committee on the Agenda item 78: "Report of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law on the work of its fifty-third session"
Mr. Chairman,
I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union and its Member States.
The Candidate Countries the Republic of North Macedonia*, Montenegro*, Serbia*and Albania*, the country of the Stabilisation and Association Process and potential candidate Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova and Georgia, align themselves with this statement.
We thank UNCITRAL for the report covering the fifty-third session of the Commission.
The European Union and its Member States would like to take this opportunity to stress once again that within the wide range of topics discussed by the Commission, work on reform of Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS), in particular, must proceed soonest. We continue to believe that, where dispute resolution involves public matters, a standing body and a multilateral approach are best suited to effectively address all the issues at stake.
In this regard, resources and time for additional meetings to ensure that progress is made are needed, as we have insisted during discussions of the Commission. This continues to be important and should not be forgotten.
Considering the significant advantages that UNCITRAL presents in terms of transparency, openness and accessibility, we encourage all countries, international organisations and observers to actively take part in the discussions. In this regard, the European Union has contributed to the UNCITRAL Travel Fund to seek to ensure that the process in Working Group III is as genuinely inclusive as possible. The European Union encourages other actors to make similar contributions.
The European Union and its Member States continue to hope that, with the active engagement of all delegations and interested organisations, the discussions will deliver a satisfactory outcome as soon as possible.
* The Republic of North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia and Albania continue to be part of the Stabilisation and Association Process.
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75 Years from the end of the Second World War on European Soil
Speech by European Commission President von der Leyen at the UN Biodiversity Summit30 September 2020, Speech by Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, at the United Nations Summit on Biodiversity
Gender Equality at the heart of the EU's engagement at UNGA75European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will represent the EU at the High Level Event celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Commissioner for International Partnerships Jutta Urpilainen and Commissioner for Equality Helena Dalli will take part
The Leaders' Pledge for Nature: United to reverse biodiversity loss by 2030 for Sustainable Development28 September 2020- Statement by H.E. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission


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Turkey is considered to be the gateway between Europe and Asia; it is an Eurasian country located on the Mediterranean stretching across the Anatolian peninsula in southwest Asia and the Balkan region of southeastern Europe. It is bordered by the Black Sea, the Marmara Sea, the Aegean Sea and Mediterranean Sea.
• Marmara coasts – (Istanbul): Hot summers and mild winters.
• Aegean coasts – (Izmir): Hot summers and mild winters.
• Mediterranean coasts – (Antalya): Hot summers and mild winters.
• Black Sea coast – (Trabzon): Temperate climate, warm summers, mild winters and relatively high rainfall.
• Central Anatolia – (Ankara): Steppe climate with hot, dry summers; cold winters.
• Eastern Anatolia – (Erzurum): Long snowy, cold winters and mild summers.
• Southeast Anatolia – (Diyarbakir): Hot summer, mild and rainy winters.
Turkey is where the three continents of the old world – Asia, Africa and Europe – are closest to each other. Only three percent of the country is in the European part and the rest are in the Anatolian Peninsula. The total area is 780 000 sq. kilometers, with population of 70 million. About 99 % of the Turkish population is Muslim, although as a whole it is a very liberal and loosely practiced version of the religion.
Straddling two continents, Europe and Asia, and bordering the volatile Middle East, Turkey has an unrivalled history stretching back thousands of years. From the ancient Hittites to the Ottomans, dozens of civilizations have made Turkey their home, leaving behind them a dazzling historical and archaeological heritage.
But despite its ancient roots, Turkey is a rapidly developing modern state. Born from the ashes of the Ottoman Empire in 1923, the country was transformed by its far-sighted and ambitious first leader Kemal Ataturk. Since his death, the republic has maintained its Western orientation and European aspirations, despite the often-strong counter-current of traditionalism and Islam.
The Marmara, Aegean and Mediterranean coasts of Turkey display a typical Mediterranean climate of hot summers and mild winters, though Istanbul can have some very cold snaps with snow in the winter. July and August are the hottest months with temperatures around 30°C with quite high humidity during the summer months. Temperatures increase a few degrees when travelling to the south and water temperatures also become warmer. The swimming season is from June to September along the Marmara and north Aegean coasts, while it is from April to October on the south Aegean and Mediterranean coasts.
The Black Sea Region has a comparatively moderate climate; the summers are warm and winters are mild. Rainfall is also heavier here than in any other region. The swimming season is from June to early September though the weather is not so dependable.
There is quite a difference between the climate of the coastal and the inland regions which tend to be at higher altitudes. The Turkish weather reaches its extremes in central and eastern Anatolia and the Eastern parts of the country, with hot, dry summers when the temperatures may reach 42°C, and freezing, snowy winters. Thus spring and autumn are best for sightseeing and travelling in this part of the country.
In the mountainous and Eastern regions of Turkey, the summers become milder and the winters harsher – temperatures can drop as low as -30°C to -38°C and snow may lay on the ground for around four months, making them ideal for winter sports.
Anatolia (Turkey in Asia) was occupied in about 1900 B.C. by the Indo-European Hittites and, after the Hittite empire's collapse in 1200 B.C. , by Phrygians and Lydians. The Persian Empire occupied the area in the 6th century B.C. , giving way to the Roman Empire, then later the Byzantine Empire. The Ottoman Turks first appeared in the early 13th century, subjugating Turkish and Mongol bands pressing against the eastern borders of Byzantium and making the Christian Balkan states their vassals. They gradually spread through the Near East and Balkans, capturing Constantinople in 1453 and storming the gates of Vienna two centuries later. At its height, the Ottoman Empire stretched from the Persian Gulf to western Algeria. Lasting for 600 years, the Ottoman Empire was not only one of the most powerful empires in the history of the Mediterranean region, but it generated a great cultural outpouring of Islamic art, architecture, and literature.
After the reign of Sultan Süleyman I the Magnificent (1494–1566), the Ottoman Empire began to decline politically, administratively, and economically. By the 18th century, Russia was seeking to establish itself as the protector of Christians in Turkey's Balkan territories. Russian ambitions were checked by Britain and France in the Crimean War (1854–1856), but the Russo-Turkish War (1877–1878) gave Bulgaria virtual independence and Romania and Serbia liberation from their nominal allegiance to the sultan. Turkish weakness stimulated a revolt of young liberals known as the Young Turks in 1909. They forced Sultan Abdul Hamid to grant a constitution and install a liberal government. However, reforms were no barrier to further defeats in a war with Italy (1911–1912) and the Balkan Wars (1912–1913). Turkey sided with Germany in World War I, and, as a result, lost territory at the conclusion of the war.
Turkey's current boundaries were drawn in 1923 at the Conference of Lausanne, and Turkey became a republic with Kemal Atatürk as the first president. The Ottoman sultanate and caliphate were abolished, and modernization, reform, and industrialization began under Atatürk's direction. He secularized Turkish society, reducing Islam's dominant role and replacing Arabic with the Latin alphabet for writing the Turkish language. After Atatürk's death in 1938, parliamentary government and a multiparty system gradually took root in Turkey, despite periods of instability and brief intervals of military rule. Neutral during most of World War II, Turkey, on Feb. 23, 1945, declared war on Germany and Japan, but it took no active part in the conflict. Turkey became a full member of NATO in 1952, was a signatory in the Balkan Entente (1953), joined the Baghdad Pact (1955; later CENTO), joined the Organization for European Economic Cooperation (OEEC) and the Council of Europe, and became an associate member of the European Common Market in 1963.
The establishment of military government in Sept. 1980 stopped the slide toward anarchy and brought some improvement in the economy. A constituent assembly, consisting of the six-member national security council and members appointed by them, drafted a new constitution that was approved by an overwhelming (91.5%) majority of the voters in a Nov. 6, 1982, referendum. Martial law was gradually lifted. The military, however, effectively continues to control the country.


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Click to read the Reasons to Buy Guide to learn about the benefits of buying in Vienna.
Known for its majestic architecture, café scene and eponymous waltz and music made popular by Johan Strauss, Vienna is a city of culture and timeless elegance. It also ranks highly on a global scale in terms of social security, safety, access to top quality health care and education, infrastructural conditions, recreational opportunities and a healthy environment.
Vienna's cultural offering is unique and on an immense scale: almost 100 theatres and opera house, over 400 balls held every winter attended by dance-lovers from all over the world, and over 200 museums and galleries. Yet, the city is also considered one of the most important international business locations, home to the headquarters of organisations such as OPEC, UN, IAEO and UNIDO. As the location of more than 40 intergovernmental organisations, with around 3,800 diplomats and over 6,000 international civil servants, Vienna is also a hub of international diplomacy.
Vienna has consistently taken the top place in various smart city rankings, securing its status as one of the most innovative cities in the world. As a successful smart city, Vienna is well prepared for the challenges of the future while implementing development concepts that aim to make a city more efficient, technologically advanced, greener and socially inclusive. In order to continue this success in the future, Vienna has founded the Smart City Vienna Agency.
Above all, it's the friendly atmosphere of Vienna that makes it such an attractive city to live and work in. It's easy to navigate with a great transport network and a relaxing way of life that encourages a better work life balance. With charming cafés offering delicious cakes or apple strudel and typical wine taverns on every corner, it's the perfect place to socialise at your own pace while watching the world go by.
"Vienna also ranks highly on a global scale in terms of social security, safety, access to top quality health care and education"
Second District – Karmelitermarkt
The second district in the area of Karmelitermarkt is considered trendier than ever. Over half of the second district is covered in green spaces, and is particularly family and child-friendly, home to a total of 124 playgrounds in total. There's also plenty of bistros, eateries and art galleries, often set in interesting pre-war buildings.
The 10th district, called Favoriten, merges with the third district at the main railway station, with some 200,000 people choosing to call Favoriten home. That makes it the most populated district in the city and the fourth-largest 'town' in Austria. This once working-class district is gradually flourishing but still remains affordable.
23 Universities / 13 international Schools Free education in all state schools Free education in all state universities Free after-school tutoring for children who need help with learning and homework
Core: €5,000 Prime: €19,000 Super Prime: €23,000
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A hub for international HQs, Vienna is home to nearly 100 international organisations including the UN, OPEC and OSCE
Vienna is an economically stable location in which real estate prices are steadily rising, despite the effects of the pandemic. It is a city that offers comparatively good value for money with new dwellings relatively low priced. With almost four fifths of households living in rental apartments, Vienna is the tenant city of Europe meaning there is constant demand for good quality long and short term lets. The trend towards living in skyscrapers also continues to grow thanks to the evolution of new residential developments within the city.
The real estate industry in Austria is an important part of the economy, generating 9.8% of the country's total economic output. Around 20,000 people work in real estate companies and the planning and realisation of projects secures tens of thousands of additional jobs every year. As part of its smart city status, Vienna is involved in a lot of sustainable initiatives, but perhaps most impressive is the city's wastewater canal. Vienna's largest sewage treatment plant has been rebuilt to now produce green electricity and heat, reducing CO2 emissions by around 40,000 tonnes per year, thus transforming it from one of the city's biggest energy guzzlers to the second largest energy producer.
Vienna market in numbers
The total percentage of purchasers costs involved in buying a property in Vienna, which includes:
Costs include: Value Added Tax (VAT) is payable for newly-built properties. If purchasing new build property in buyers name, 20% VAT applied. This can be claimed back if the property is rented out.
Rental yield: 4.0% Expected running costs €2 sq m Average rental: €13.5 sq m
Rental yield: 2.5% Expected running costs: €3.5 sq m Average rental: €35 sq m
What can you get for your money in Vienna?
Rathausviertel
2 bedrooms penthouse
Guide Price: € 3,500,000
Börseplatz
1st district, Vienna
Sources: 1. OTTO Immobilien, 2. IMMOUNITED, 3. Knight Frank. This city guide is provided for general information only. It is not definitive, nor is it intended to amount to advice on which you should solely rely upon. As far as applicable laws allow, we do not accept responsibility for errors, inaccuracies or omissions, nor for loss or damage that may result directly or indirectly from reliance on or use of its contents.


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If you love spending time on the water but hate the inconvenience of lugging a plastic kayak / canoe to your destination, a folding kayak is a great solution. These folding kayaks pack into standard-sized backpack/s.
The folding kayaks are streamlined, have wide beams, low center of gravity, large decks and have the option to use with spray covers. Excellent in open or stormy seas, surf, shallows and marshes. Folding kayaks are renowned for being the better boat to fish from compared to hardshell boats because of the hull absorbing wave actions which produces less noise.
Fishing rod holders, camera mounts and other attachments can be easily fitted to an adjustable wooden Accessory Mounting Board that can be fastened anywhere along the coaming. Camera mounts can be attached to the bow / stern using the D-rings on the decklines. Outrigger pontoons for extra stability, allowing you to stand up, can easily be attached.
For the kayak decks, there is a range of natural colours to choose from to blend in with the surroundings, as well as camouflage skirts available as an optional extra with the single seater Harpoon I / double seater Amazons II's (standard with the Mk1 & Mk II range of commando folding kayaks).
Folding kayaks are a great solution! These kinds of kayaks are guaranteed to add enjoyment to your fishing, photography and camping holiday.
Folding kayaks have either a wooden or aluminum frame and a skin made of marine grade canvas for the deck and tough hypalon (or CSM / TPU) for the hull.
The boats pack into bags no longer than 1.5m. The packing bags can be easily stored in the boot of the car, or in the storage space in a motor home / caravan. The bags can also be put on trolleys / kayak carts and be easily taken on trains.
Expedition type of folding kayaks are renowned for having large internal storage spaces, so for that extended camping trip you can pack quite a lot of stuff without having to stow anything on top of the decks. Folding kayaks do have a lot more internal room compared to inflatable kayaks, plastic touring kayaks and glass fibre sea kayaks. The cockpits are generally larger so it is very easy to get in and out of the boat.
Depending on the model, the total packed weight of the kayak range between 25kg to 40kg, from a single seater to a family size 4-5 seater.
Camouflage skirts fitted over the kayak. There is a range of patterns to choose from. Ideal for wildlife photography or wild camping.
Home made bridge holding the paddle and net, rod holder on a separate bracket attached to apex of the cockpit.
Corrida Red Amazon II 520 double seater with colour matched outrigger floats. Fishing rod holders and other essential attachments can be fitted onto the outrigger bridge. There is a choice of a few neutral coloured decks available.


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2020 Men's World 11: What the players said
FIFPRO proudly presents the 2019/2020 FIFA FIFPRO Men's World 11. Several players spoke with us about their selection for the World 11.
Defender for Bayern Munich and Canada
"I am definitely living my football dream right now. At the age of 19 I have already won many football trophies with the team and individually as well. To be put in the World 11 is very nice."
Forward for Bayern Munich and Poland
"To be in the World 11 means a lot. You see so many big names. I am very happy I can be in there with my teammates from Bayern Munich."
Midfielder for Bayern Munich and Germany
"As a little boy, I always looked at the World 11. Back then, it appeared to be so far out of my reach. To be part of that team now, with all these big names, is a great feeling."
Check the video to see and hear what the Bayern players have to say about each other.
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Midfielder for Liverpool and Spain, last season with Bayern Munich
"It's a big honour and it's a privilege to be there in the middle of the other ten players. But this kind of recognition is so huge that you must share it with all the people that are in the background working with you and supporting you all those years. I'm happy with it but I'm more happy when it comes as a collective prize, for sure."
Defender for Liverpool and England
"It's a prestigious award, it's an honour to be in the team. It's something not many players have the privilege of saying they have been able to get included in. It's something I don't take for granted and I'm obviously thankful for everyone that voted for me. But the main focus for me is not winning these awards, it's about winning the big trophies."
Goalkeeper for Liverpool and Brazil
"I feel great being alongside such top players. A little bit surprised, normally I was waiting for [Manuel] Neuer to be there, to be honest. He did really well. But I'm really happy. We had an amazing season, winning the Premier League and the Club World Cup as well, playing really well. So I'm really happy and thankful to be there in the World 11."
Check the video to see and hear what the Liverpool players have to say
Midfielder for Manchester City and Belgium
"It's a great honour to be recognised in this way by other professionals. To be included in a World 11 by players who are competing against you to be the very best is a huge achievement and one that is very humbling."
"I go out every game trying to set the example for the guys around me and hopefully this shows that I did that over the last twelve months. I think my performances have been good and they've also been consistent, which is an important measure for any professional footballer."
"The aim is to use this individual success and turn it into more trophies and titles with both club and country."
Defender for Real Madrid and Spain
"I want to dedicate this award to all the victims of the coronavirus and to all those families who have suffered from it; a very big hug for all of them. I also want to congratulate my teammates in the World 11 and all the women who have won the World 11 award as well. For me it is a privilege to be part of these eleven. It is the eleventh for me."
"One of the keys to my success is to always maintain the illusion, ambition and hunger to win. Despite having won a lot in my career, I still maintain that ambition of wanting to improve and keep winning things. I like to start from scratch every year, dreaming and achieving new goals. I keep on trying to increase my record and improve as a player. "
Read the women's responses here
2020 Women's World 11: What the players said
Help FIFPRO create awareness.
The FIFA FIFPRO Men's World 11 of 2019-2020
The FIFA FIFPRO Women's World 11 of 2019-2020
The 55 most voted players for the 2020 FIFA FIFPRO Men's World 11


Let's do a checkup: Where are we one year after the largest data breach in history? You know, the one that exposed millions of people's personal and financial information (pretty much everyone in the U.S. with a credit history)? Surely Equifax, the company that was hacked, has been forced to face the music and ultimately adopted better privacy safeguards so that this doesn't happen again, Congress has created meaningful regulations to protect the citizenry, and we—for our part—have done everything we can to plug the burst dam of data that's exploded into the Dark Web and is being sold to crooks around the globe? Er, not quite. "Despite all the outrage and media attention last year, Congress has done little except make security freezes free, and Equifax has not been held accountable," said Chi Chi Wu, staff attorney for the National Consumer Law Center. "And this sensitive information, including Social Security numbers and birth dates, is still out there, with the potential to wreak havoc for the majority of adult American consumers in perpetuity." Perhaps this is why a new NerdWallet survey reveals that 71 percent of Americans report they feel "less secure" over the safety of their financial data and 61 percent still don't feel prepared to handle it when their data is breached. (Also, it doesn't help that a "spousal spy app" has just suffered a data breach.) So what should we have learned from the Equifax catastrophe? U.S. PIRG has published a report, Equifax Breach: 1 Year Later, on how to protect yourself against ID theft and help hold Equifax accountable. It includes such tips as signing up for a "my Social Security" (MySSA) account (before thieves do) and filing your taxes (before thieves do)—are you seeing a trend here?
(Dot)com cons. The FTC has taken down a number of massive military imposter websites, including fraudulent dot-coms armyenlist and navyenlist. The well-designed sites, which appeared to be officially affiliated with the U.S. military, were actually lead generators that fed the names of those servicemembers and veterans who entered their information to predatory for-profit schools. Representatives from the shady schools would then harangue the prospects, violating "Do Not Call" provisions and posturing as if the secondary schools had the military's endorsement (which is what caught the attention of the FTC). Check out Consumer Action's Guide to Finding the Right Job Training School if you're looking for a legit secondary education, and click here if you're looking to join the military. Finally, beware that billionaire Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos (put in place by President Trump, of Trump University infamy) couldn't care less about regulating sham schools, so do your due diligence before taking out any student loans.
Benefits boondoggle. On Aug. 18, Comerica Bank put the brakes on its Cardless Benefit Access Service, an ill-fated partnership with the government's Direct Express program that launched in 2017 to allow vulnerable veterans and retirees without bank accounts to access their government benefits through prepaid cards—(here's the clincher) even remotely, without the cards physically present. This ease of use also made it very simple for fraudsters to drain the funds using Direct Express card numbers, PINs and cunning (often phoning the Direct Express call center, claiming to have lost "their" card, in order to have a recipient's payments rerouted). As one disabled marine's caregiver stated, "Direct Express didn't put up a red flag, even though they had all the information about the money being wired to Florida, when we live in Massachusetts, but they just sent the money. We were thinking it was safe because it's [through] the U.S. Treasury." It wasn't, and what's worse is that the now-defunct public-private program, which appears very much to blame due to a complete lack of security protocols/authentication, was shamefully slow to stop the fraud when victims implored them to do so. It continues to move at a snail's pace to reimburse lost money, with one victim stating that this all "could have been stopped if Direct Express or Comerica had a fraud unit that could communicate with customers and law enforcement," adding that "the red tape you have to go through to get to these people [Comerica/Direct Express] is insane. Disabled veterans and the elderly don't stand a chance when their money is taken." Comerica: Clean up your act!
One of the "good guys." Sick and twisted scammers are impersonating the very organizations that warn consumers of scams in order to make money off those who trust them. The organizations include the National Consumers League, which operates the Fraud.org website; the Better Business Bureau (BBB), which hosts an online scam tracker; and the AARP, which helps vulnerable seniors avoid getting swindled. Impersonators are even taking to Facebook and asking people for money as famous "good guy" Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Who's next, Superman? If you're interested in donating to any cause (or person), research official contact information and reach out directly; don't simply respond to a solicitation or offer, even if it appears to come from a well-regarded person or institution.
Blending into the crowd. Crowdfunding cons just keep getting larger and more sophisticated. Case in point: The iBackPack project, which raised over $700,000 in 2015-2016 from backers who have yet to see their Wi-Fi-enabled "smart" satchels (although, oddly, they have been shipped accoutrement, like batteries and cables). Then there's this couple, whose home was recently raided by authorities after they withheld the $400,000 they claimed to have raised for a homeless man (who has since sued them for the money). Helpful websites like GoFraudMe can make crowdfunding campaigns a little more transparent, but as Consumer Action's Joe Ridout points out, "At least with a publicly-traded stock, the business is required to provide regular updates to investors about profits, losses, future forecast, etc. Crowdsourcing, by contrast, is completely opaque."
In a world of criminals who operate above the law... You may be so focused on gussying up your ride to make top dollar during a sale that wiping down the dashboard takes precedence over wiping the personal information stored in its electronic systems. This would be a mistake: Unless you're driving an old clunker, your automobile is basically a roaming computer with more digital data on you than KITT had on Michael Knight. Fortunately, the FTC has thought of all the things you might miss in resetting the settings—from garage door codes to "find my car" apps—so head on over to their site before you sign your title over to a complete stranger.
72: The answer to life, the universe and a phone scam. If you get a voicemail prompting you to call a number back to find out more, and the message instructs you to dial "*72" before entering the call-back number, don't do it, even if it seems like a dire emergency! Punching in *72 is a little-known way to enact a call forwarding feature that will send all of your future calls to the number that you entered after *72 (the scammer's phone), and bill you for the honor. Crooks employ this twisted trick for two reasons: First, they use your number in their international scams (meaning that although you never get the calls from their victims, you pay for the calls). Second, they bilk personal or financial info from your friends and family, meaning that when mom thinks she's chatting with you, she's really telling a total stranger to visit more. In other words, hitting *72 could, ultimately, lead to a thief taking your seat at Thanksgiving dinner this year.
A tough case to crack. As summer slides into fall, we find ourselves dreaming of Oktoberfests, craft fairs and outdoor concerts. Unfortunately, when festival season ramps up, so does rampant fraud. Learn from the unlucky folks in Phoenix who purchased what appeared to be totally legitimate $30-$60 tickets to an all-you-can-eat crab and lobster fest. Arriving with receipts in hand, the crustacean-cravers were met with naught but strip mall. Investigators are still trying to track down the swindlers behind the charade, which was promoted on eTickets(dot)com through a company called "Show Sharks" (how apt) and had been advertised in cities across the U.S. Fortunately, eTickets suspended Show Shark's account, but like the regenerating limb of a lobster, other fake festivals continue to pop up all over the internet. If you're thinking of attending an event, at least make sure there's detailed contact information (e.g., phone numbers) listed on the promoter/event page, and try to buy tickets from trusted sources. The Better Business Bureau has more tips here.


Samantha's Samantha's career has its roots in the theater world, where she first discovered her passion for character and story as a performer. While she now considers herself a reformed actor, her years of studying acting prove useful in every facet of her writing. She has produced plays and musicals in New York and is enthusiastic about the fast-paced and frenetic arena of production. Her full-length play THE GRIMM WORLD, which premiered in Los Angeles in 2012, is published by Stage Rights (stagerights.com) and continues to play in theaters around the country. In 2015 Samantha's focus shifted to the television industry where she combined her producing experience with her passion for writing. Her original pilots have advanced in competitions such as the Austin Film Festival, Final Draft Big Break, and Sundance Episodic Story Lab. In 2016, her historical drama COMPANY TOWN was one of the top 5 pilots on the Blacklist website. She recently won 2nd place in the Cinequest Film Festival's drama pilot category and made the 2017 A-List, which showcases the best screenplays and TV pilots written by industry assistants, as voted on by other industry assistants. You can see some of her recent work in the VR companion episodes for George R.R. Martin's new TV series NIGHTFLYERS (premiering Fall 2018). She holds a BFA from California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) and is a graduate of the UCLA Professional Program for Writing in Television.