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Novozymes to build Nebraska facility
By Kris Bevill
Web exclusive posted June 27, 2008 at 1:26 p.m. CST
Denmark-based Novozymes, one of the world's leading enzyme production companies, has announced it will build and operate an enzyme production facility in Blair, Neb.
Construction on the facility, which will be located on 30 acres of property 25 miles north of Omaha, Neb., is expected to begin later this year and should be complete by 2010. The total cost for the project is expected to be between $80 million and $100 million.
"We are very excited about expanding our enzyme manufacturing operations in the U.S.," said Peder Holk Nielson, executive vice president and head of Novozyme's enzyme business. "Initially, the focus of the new plant will be to supply enzymes for corn-based ethanol and enzymes for cellulosic ethanol start-ups."
Nielson added that the plant will be designed for future expansions in order to meet the expected increase in demand for enzymes for cellulosic ethanol.
Novozymes has production and research facilities around the world. The company currently operates U.S. facilities in Davis, Calif., Franklinton, N.C., and Salem, Virg.
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Boeing invests in Brazil's sustainable aviation fuel industry
Kinetrex breaks ground on RNG plant in Indianapolis
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America placed whites above blacks — and built a whole society around it: Berkeley professor
Addicting Info reported that powell marked the anniversary of the death of unarmed teen Michael Brown by pointing out the systemic racial inequities still present in American society.
"Through our practices, through our culture, and certainly through our policing, we send a message every day that black lives don't matter," he said.
In the way we call white neighborhoods "good" areas and black neighborhoods "bad," powell said that "we have institutionalized fear of the racial other and arranged society around it."
People may believe that they are not racist, he said, but can still hold "implicit racial biases." And white people aren't the only ones. Black people have these biases against each other and themselves, as well, because they are ubiquitous in society and almost impossible not to internalize."
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Cranium Campus > News & Resources > General > Operational Impacts of the GDPR
The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) completed their Top 10 list of the Operational Impacts of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Organizations should consult the list for a high-level overview of the types of changes to policies and procedures that they will need to take. We have narrowed their list down to two of the most important impacts, while also discussing how Cranium can provide solutions to them.
Cybersecurity and data breach notification obligations
Privacy and Security go hand-in-hand. Your organization will have an ineffective (and noncompliant) Privacy program if it is not backed up by the latest technical safeguards. Article 32 is strict in its requirements. It says that organizations must "implement appropriate technical and organizational measures" along with considering "the state of the art and the costs of implementation."
However, it would be wrong to say that anyone is fully invincible against cyber-attacks. Hackers and thieves evolve with the technology. If there is a data breach affecting personal data, the GDPR mandates that the organization notify the relevant Data Protection Authority (DPA) within 72 hours. Article 33 lists the content of what each notification contains. Data subjects must also be notified if the organization determines that the breach will affect the rights and freedoms of the individuals affected "without undue delay."
Cranium has experts in both cybersecurity and privacy policies and solutions. We can help your organization develop proper safeguards and policies in order to avoid being in violation of the GDPR. Please visit our list of solutions here.
Cross-border data transfers
The GDPR allows for international transfers of data only to countries deemed "adequate" by the European Commission. If a country has no adequacy decision, there are a few other means to have legal transfers. International companies themselves can create Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) whereby the organization strictly adheres to the proper handling of personal data. A relevant DPA must approve of these rules. Likewise, standard contractual clauses where controllers and processors negotiate and place legally binding obligations on themselves to be compliant with GDPR.
For the US in particular, the Commission and the US Government have an agreement in place called the Privacy Shield, which has its own set of legal obligations for controllers and processors here in America. Once a company becomes Privacy Shield certified, they can receive and process European personal data legally.
Cranium can help your organization develop a plan to get Privacy Shield certified, draft BCRs or Standard contractual clauses. We have consultants that have worked with global businesses in all types of industries.
Again, please visit the IAPP's list again to get the full scope of operation impacts. Cranium has solutions and consultants that can address every one of these.
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30 Things You Probably Didn't Know About John Lennon
Culture | January 10, 2017
Written by Kennita Leon Rose
Anyone who knows anything about 1960's music knows who the Beatles are, or sadly, were. The four-member band made waves for years with their tunes. They had fans from every corner around the world and they seemed to be pretty invincible.
John grew up with an aunt who wasn't very supportive of his musical talent. Aunt Mimi often told her nephew that it was fun to play the guitar, but he would never make a proper career out of it. How wrong was she?
Unfortunately, tragedy struck when John Lennon, one of the band's singer's and songwriters decided to leave. The rebellious and controversial artist didn't live a quiet life after quitting the band. If anything, he became more popular because of the way he lived and the things he had going on.
John Lennon lost his life when he was shot outside his hotel. His music is still being sold and played today, and he will forever remain in our hearts. Here are 30 things you may not have known about John Winston Ono Lennon.
Tags: John Lennon | Rare Facts And Stories About History | Teen Idols | The Beatles | Trivia Questions And Answers
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Kennita's funky style of writing has only blossomed since she discovered her passion for reading. In her downtime, she loves chillaxing with her friends and letting loose. This grown-up flower child, who hails from the Caribbean, can definitely hang with us any time.


You may think that this is not an automotive related entry. After all, Hako, as a word, is something that is not really familiar. However, if you have already heard, the brand Scion has brought out a vehicle named the Hako and it is a concept vehicle.
Scion has brought to the knowledge of the automotive public a vehicle. It is the Scion Hako Coupe concept and it has been sent out to the public early this year during a press conference. According to the car maker, they have made sure that this concept was something that people could really remember. This one is actually a product of the brains and creative minds of their design team based in Tokyo.
The team did not just come up with the idea out of midair. What they did was they had to study first what their target market wanted. And Scion, being a brand that is catered to giving products that the youth wanted, had to go find out what the youth wanted in a vehicle. And so the team went through brainstorming sessions and decided on a vehicle which was a twist of what the Japanese youth want and what the American youth find interesting. With that came out the Scion Hako Coupe concept.
Jack Hollis is the vice president of Scion and he said that the company had been able to come up with the Scion Hako Coupe concept after all the studies. He also disclosed that he belives that the ride is actually a ride that shows just what the youth all around the world do want to have when it comes to a vehicle.
It is not everyday that you do hear of car makers asking people what they want. Indeed, what Scion did is something remarkable. Good going guys.
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IR bill: Millions could get a Centrelink boost under new deal with David Pocock
Home Economy IR bill: Millions could get a Centrelink boost under new deal with David Pocock
Five million Australians on income support could soon see a boost to their Centrelink payments under a deal struck on the government's contentious workplace relations reform.
The deal with independent senator David Pocock to support the industrial relations bill will establish an "economic inclusion advisory committee" to review welfare payments and provide advice prior to each federal budget.
Senator Pocock, who has been campaigning behind the scenes for an increase to Jobseeker, has hailed the breakthrough as a "game changer" for those living below the poverty line.
"We'll now have a clearer pathway for raising Jobseeker and single parent payments in the future, by having advice before every budget," he told ABC News on Monday.
The deal will put pressure on the government to increase the $668.40 Jobseeker fortnightly payment for singles.
But Tasmanian senator Jacqui Lambie, who on Monday reconfirmed she would not support the legislation, questioned why the government needed another review to "hear the same thing".
"When they say we will look at the rates of Jobseeker, it will come down to the recommendations and whether or not the government wants to pick up the recommendations. I think we've already had, I don't know, how many inquiries to tell us Jobseeker is way too low," she told Nine.
"I'm not sure Labor has done this in good faith because Jobseekers, as we know, need a pay rise."
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the committee, which will be appointed by Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth, was in lock-step with what Labor said during the election.
But the government does not need to accept the committee's recommendations.
Asked if he was concerned it would result in it being becoming a window dressing, Senator Pocock conceded it was a "risk".
"The thing that we'll have for the first time is a panel of experts, people with lived experience, someone from business, someone from unions, put forward a view saying this is what we think people on Jobseeker should be getting," he said.
Senator Pocock's support means the upper house is all but confirmed to pass the legislation during the final parliamentary sitting week of the year.
AI Group chief Innes Willox criticised Senator Pocock for blinking first in a "game of chicken".
"He did stand before a group of employers last Monday, a week ago, and promised that there would be no trade-off. So employers look at that and they're pretty disappointed," he told ABC News on Monday.
Under the deal, the threshold for small businesses that could be excluded from multi-employer bargaining has increased, from one that employs 15 people to one that employs 20.
It will also be easier for a business with 50 employees or fewer to opt out of multi-employer bargaining by giving them a stronger ability to argue to the Fair Work Commission that they should be excluded.
But business groups remain concerned that despite the changes, the Secure Jobs, Better Pay bill will still result in more strikes.
"I don't think (the concessions agreed to by Senator Pocock) addresses the concerns we have. This is fundamentally flawed legislation. It's going to impose significant additional complexity on business across the board," Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief Andrew McKellar said.
Meanwhile, Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce has lashed the government for failing to flag the laws during the election.
"It is a very sneaky approach … You're doing a different job to what you told the Australia people before," he told Sunrise.
But Mr Albanese said he made it "quite clear" during the election that he would act to "get wages moving".
"I do notice that the employer organisations I've heard comment in criticism of this legislation seems to be saying on the one hand, now it won't get wages moving. And on the other hand, it'll get wages moving in a way that's too fast," he told ABC Radio Melbourne.
"Well, they can't have it both ways. I think it gets the balance right."
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Computer and cybersecurity nerds across the internet are marveling at last week's report of a record-breaking distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack aimed at a software development website called GitHub that caused intermittent access outages.
For those unfamiliar with DDoS attacks, they are intended to block public access to an online service by flooding it with junk data or repeated requests from multiple, and often compromising sources, thereby rendering legitimate access impossible. DDoS attacks are increasing in quantity, breadth, and sophistication. Some attacks have gone as far as demanding a ransom to terminate the attack.
Late last year, Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) expressed his concerns regarding the vulnerability of today's 911 systems to cyberattacks. He specifically cited a Ben Gurion University research study that said it would be quite easy to infect mobile phones with a bot that would unleash a denial-of-service attack on the 911 system, possibly to the degree that service could be disrupted across an entire state or even a major portion of the nation.
The former Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Tom Wheeler responded by stating that Next Generation 911 (NG911) systems represent a solution in this regard.
No communications system can be safeguarded completely against cyberattacks—the hackers always seem a half step ahead—and NG911 systems are no exception. However, they do offer the ability to dynamically reroute emergency calls to 911 centers in the next city, county or even the next state, which would mitigate the effect of any cyberattack that would bring local operations to a halt. This ability is lacking in today's legacy 911 systems.
These organizations work alongside the NG911 Institute and other organizations to move NG911 implementation forward.
The Coalition's goal is that all 911 centers in all 56 states and territories will have NG911 systems in place, and will have retired all legacy 911 systems, by the end of 2020.
Money is needed to make this goal a reality. A lot of it. This is why Congress must play a critical enabling role. Congress must commit to funding nationwide NG911 implementation. It can be done as demonstrated years ago when it funded nationwide broadband data network deployment.


Just received the latest edition of Backtrack. As usual another super read!
Interesting interview with Tony Lomas who is less than complimentary about Charles Ochiltree during his time at Coventry. Recall Tony's less than satisfactory enforced move to Cowley with Garry Middleton going the other way. Tony now resides in Reeth (James Herriot Country) and somewhere I visit regularly...if I bump into him will definitely have a chat.
Also another good insight with another 'Rebel' Colin 'Joe' Gooddy....had an interesting slant about his one year spent at Cradley Heath.
Chris Sear (SRA Secretary) discusses the eventual fall of the rider's union and how 'Gentleman' Hans Nielsen was always supportive of him and the cause.
If you don't subscribe I couldn't recommend it enough for those interesting in reading about speedway's last 'Golden Age'...how I'm glad I followed the sport during that period.
The former SRA secretary is Colin Gear.
ISSUE 87 (JULY - AUGUST, 2018) of Backtrack is out now and here's a flavour of what to expect . . .
Third in the British Final, a maximum for England and just a point away from reaching the World Final, Tony Lomas held down a full-time job and started a new business while scaling the heights in a brilliant 1971 campaign that put him on the speedway map. Tony McDonald tracked him down in the Yorkshire Dales to find out why his career with home-town club Coventry ended acrimoniously and how a protracted move led to title-winning glory with Exeter.
Tony Lomas quotes: "I was naive and overawed. I led in every race for a couple of races but then let people pass me because I didn't think I was good enough to be in front. It sounds silly but that was how I felt in the big meetings at that time. I wanted to do well but didn't think I was capable."
"Being a local lad, I hadn't cost Coventry a penny in transfer fees, I never received any signing-on money or guarantees and my travelling expenses to Brandon were 25p per meeting."
"It was an honour to ride in the same team as him but, at the same time, I was in awe of him because he was so good. Ivan was in his own bubble but, all credit to him, he was fantastic."
"The Exeter promoters treated me well. They paid me £750 for signing-on at the start of the championship year but Wally came on the following winter and said they didn't want to pay as much as that in '75. I was disappointed – they'd just won the league and were getting tremendous crowds – but I told him that if he had to lose a rider (through Rider Control), I was prepared to consider going."
Martin Rogers, editor of Bruce Penhall's Stars and Bikes book in 1980, recalls the all-American heroes whose unique brand of showmanship brought colour and razzmatazz to the British League scene . . . plus how British fans remember the Californians.
Steve Luxton reports from California, where former team-mates and friends gathered to see Scott Autrey honoured by his peers.
An unlikely move to Poole revitalised the near veteran Colin Gooddy's career. Phil Chard catches up with one of the sport's great characters whose much-travelled career also included spells in the Backtrack era with Oxford, Cradley Heath and Crayford.
Martin Neal talks to the former Berwick, Edinburgh and Aussie favourite Brett Saunders who admits he's lucky to be alive after suffering a serious stoke last December.
In the first of a new series of interviews, we turn the tables on those who have written countless words on speedway. Tony McDonald has a long chat with the founding editor of Speedway Mail.
Andrew Skeels reflects on a season which heralded a world title for the speedway's first Great Dane, a British history-maker in Poland, domestic bliss for Belle Vue, Hackney, Eastbourne and Ipswich, the return of league racing to Birmingham and the end for Romford and Wembley.
In this third and final part, we bring you more behind-the-scenes revelations from former riders' union boss, including a riders' revolt against referee Frank Ebdon, the SRA's battle to keep foreign riders out of the second division, Colin's disgust when the Lee Richardson Memorial meeting was scrapped and more.
Martin Neal catches up with the former Ipswich, Newcastle, Peterborough, Canterbury and Arena-Essex rider now enjoying family life in Brisbane, Australia.
It's 40 years since speedway came to the Buckinghamshire new town famous for its concrete cows and network of roundabouts. Rob Peasley looks back at the most happy and gloomy times for Knights whose star riders included Bob Humphreys, Andy Grahame, Bert Harkins, Nigel Sparshott, Keith White, Steve Payne, Trevor Banks, Troy Butler and Gordon Kennett. Brett Alderton and Craig Featherby, both killed in the early 80s, are also remembered.
...sorry the name Chris always comes to mind! Don't know why!


Fact: All connections with SQL Azure are SSL encrypted. No exception.
Then what am I talking about? Why do I need to worry about Men in Middle attack now?
Turns out there's a way, Men in Middle attack can happen – Not on your established connection But when the client first tries to establish a new connection. And in this blog post, we are going to see how to avoid Men in Middle attack when you first try establishing a new connection via SSMS.
BTW: I have not researched on how to do it from developers perspective, but if any developer is reading this and has figured it out – it would be great if you can share it with us via any communication means of your choice. (Thanks a lot – if you do so).
All you got to do to avoid this improbable situation to happen is just check the "Encrypt connection"in the connection property when you try establishing a *new* connection to SQL Azure.
if the client requests encryption from the beginning then our connection is not susceptible to Men in Middle attach while the client is negotiating with the server for encryption.
Categorize under "Best practice" if you wish to.
Update: Developers, When you connect to SQL Azure using ADO.Net – please do not forget to set 1. Encrypt = TRUE and 2. TrustServerCertificate = False to avoid man in middle attack.


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HSSC Recruitment 2019 Notification PDF for 778 TGT Posts & Online Apply Link: Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has released the Official Notification PDF for 778 Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) posts through it's official website, hssc.gov.in. The online application for HSSC 700+ TGT vacancies 2019 will start from today, i.e. 21 January 2019.
HSSC Online Application process will be start from 22 February 2019 and will continue till 25 March 2019. However, the last date for submitting fee is 29 March 2019.Eligible and interested candidates may register for the HSSC TGT Recruitment 2019 from 22 February 2019 to 25 March 2019. Candidates must ensure the eligibility criteria before applying Online.


We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe and that children and young people's safety is everybody's responsibility.
Researchers from the ACU Institute of Child Protection Studies have spoken to more than 1500 children and young people about what they need to be safe and feel safe and how adults and organisations can protect them from harm.
On this page you will find three clips. The first one shares the things we heard from Australian children and young people. The second one describes a study with young people in residential care. The final sound clip is a panel of young people who told us the things that they thought were most important about safety.
We will add more clips and fact sheets. We look forward to staying in touch.
A summary of findings from studies conducted by the Institute of Child Protection Studies (ACU) and the Centre for Children and Young People (SCU).
A summary of findings from a research study conducted by the Institute of Child Protection Studies, Australian Catholic University, which explored the safety of young people in residential care.
A short two page summary of the Taking Us Seriously.
It's never OK for children or young people to be hurt by an adult. If you or someone you know has been hurt make sure you tell an adult you trust. If you would like to talk about it, you can also contact Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.


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Archive for September 2, 2014
Marcus Anderson @ Smooth Jazz Festival Augsburg 2014
Posted: September 2, 2014 in Concerts, Smooth Jazz
Tags: Marcus Anderson, Smooth Jazz Festival Augsburg 2014
Saturday, September 13, 2014 at 9:30 pm & Sunday, September 14, 2014 at 11:00 am
The youngest of seven grew up in a musical family, performing and singing in church with his older brothers. Anderson's family recognised his talent as a musical prodigy when he was introduced to the saxophone aged twelve. A son of South Carolina, Anderson studied jazz at North Carolina Central University.
In 2005, Anderson released his debut album "My Turn", a stellar contemporary jazz record the young musician put his heart and soul into. Filled with romantic ballads and jazz grooves "My Turn" was a sophisticated introduction to what was to come from the up and coming star. At the age of only 24, 2009 saw the release of his sophomore album "From the Heart".
Anderson's breakthrough into contemporary jazz circles came in the same year as the winner of the Capital Jazz fest Challenge. Since then, Anderson has had a meteoric rise to success, touring with Prince, Sheila E. and Anthony Hamilton. Anderson has been honoured to open for and join on stage artists such as Ledisi, Lalah Hathaway, Peter White, Boney James, Kirk Whalum, Gerald Albright, George Duke, Wynton Marsalis, Alex Bugnon, Nnenna Freelon, Jeff Lorber, Bob Baldwin and Jennifer Holiday.
In 2011 Anderson won the North Carolina Gospel Announcers Prestige Award for Gospel Jazz Artist of the Year and released his third record, "Now", a diverse record that reached across R&B, pop and jazz boundaries. Following the success of "Now", Prince called for Anderson to join his band the New Power Generation, where Anderson is currently performing as star saxman and personality. 2014 is shaping up to be a remarkable time for Marcus Anderson. The accomplished musician will be spending the year on the road both as a solo artist and with Prince and the New Power Generation. With the release of "Style Meets Substance", Anderson is eager for what is to come.
Here you can order your exclusive hotel package:
1 night (11./12./13. Sept. 2014) incl. breakfast & 2 concerts: from 129,00 Euro per person in a double room
from 3 nights (11.-14. Sept. 2014) incl. breakfast & 7 concerts: from 439,00 Euro per person in a double room
Sax on the River 2014
Tags: Cecil Ramirez, Cynthia Marie Douglas, Elan Trotman, LeBron Dennis, Sax On The River 2014, Smooth Jazz
October is breast cancer awareness month! Sax on the River is a contemporary jazz benefit concert held to promote breast cancer awareness and raise funds for the Karla J Williams Foundation. This years featured artists include Elan Trotman, Lebron Dennis, Cecil Ramirez and Cynthia Marie Douglas. There will be a live auction, raffle, food, no host bar and an amazing view of the Sacramento River. We will also be honoring a dear friend of Sax on the River who we lost to cancer in February, Liz Hooper Gibson. Please invite your friends, get your tickets and we will see you in October!
Saturday, October 11 at 4:00pm – 10:00pm in PDT
10215 Garden Hwy, Sacramento, CA


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Madison Avenue by Day and Broadway by Night : Founders of an advertising agency try their hand at producing a play at the Coast Playhouse in West Hollywood
By JANICE ARKATOV
In the tradition of Mickey and Judy, Michael and Philip decided to put on a show. The difference is that Michael Albright and Philip Labhart are not a song-and-dance team but founders of the 6-month-old Albright/Labhart advertising agency--and producers of Richard Greenberg's "Eastern Standard" (at the Coast Playhouse in West Hollywood).
By day, they worry about coming up with inventive campaigns for clients such as Ocean Pacific, Epi, Nexxus and MGM/UA. By night, theater calls, and they're pulled into the lives of a quartet of New York yuppies: Steven, his gay friend Drew, and their respective lovers, siblings Phoebe and Peter, falling in and out of love and reevaluating their high-powered careers.
High-powered could certainly also apply to the advertising partners, who left their positions (Albright was a creative director at the Shalek Agency, Labhart an executive producer at D'Arcy, Masius, Benton & Bowles) to set up their own shop at 6500 Wilshire Blvd.
"We had no choice," Albright said, laughing. "Our clients were saying, 'Go into business, go into business.' In Los Angeles, there aren't that many good creative agencies. So the market was wide open for a new, bright young shop. And we had a reputation around town for doing some really good creative work, stuff that was off the beaten path. But we thought, 'There are so many other ways of communicating, touching people--and we want to do them all.' "
Enter "Eastern Standard."
"What you're trying to reach in a commercial isn't much different from what you're trying to reach in a play," Albright said. "You're always trying to reach a target group. A commercial for a hair color product for women is not going to reach a truck driver who may be buying Budweiser. When a producer options a musical, he knows its appeal is to a certain demographic. It's the same with this play--except that it touches on universal themes.
"Philip and I want to move you emotionally--in some direction," he said of the ad work. "People go to movies because they want to experience something. We want people to watch our commercials and have an experience. Whether we're selling tennis shoes or aluminum siding, you won't forget us. And doing the play helps us get in touch with our customers. So we're using our own money--almost as an exercise in reaching you."
Labhart, 32, who has a theater degree from Wesleyan University in Ft. Worth, began as an actor, then segued into a typing job at Benton & Bowles, where he found his niche on the creative end. Returning to theater now (as the play's executive producer) has filled a gap in his life, he said.
"As you learn to express yourself in radio and print advertising, having a background in theater, you miss being able to express yourself that way. I mean, how artsy-fartsy can you get about prunes?"
Still, art usually comes with a price. "Theater is not a get-rich-quick scheme," said Albright, 33. "You're lucky if you break even. But by putting this play on, we've done a lot more than put a play on." An opening night benefit "raised money for AIDS; we've gotten business inquiries to our agency, gained the respect of a lot of creative people--even business people who thought it was a very prudent business choice."
Albright, a Hollywood native who spent 10 years working as a magician before hooking up with the advertising department at Revlon, admits that many new clients aren't so easily won over.
"When they say, 'How are you going to handle my account? What are you going to do for me?,' we say, 'Look at the way we run our business.' Our commercials don't come from a selling place; they come from a human place. They don't try to sell you; they try to win you over. We are very entrepreneurial. So whether this play gets bad or good notices, whether people agree with it or not, isn't as important as the fact that we went out there--in a different forum--and exercised our creativity."
"Eastern Standard"
At the Coast Playhouse, 8325 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood. (213) 650-8507.
Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 3 and 7:30 p.m., until July 8. Tickets: $20 to $25.


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Why Desire a Better Government?
Let's start to examine some of the areas of great national pride. Let's look at some areas that "everybody knows" are exemplary.
Q. How many innocent people are there in prison?
A. We will never know for sure, but the few studies that have been done estimate that between 2.3% and 5% of all prisoners in the U.S. are innocent (for context, if just 1% of all prisoners are innocent, that would mean that more than 20,000 innocent people are in prison).
More broadly, we know that innocent people are often identified as suspects by law enforcement and that DNA testing often clears them before they go to trial, but that DNA testing is impossible in the vast majority of criminal cases. In approximately 25% of cases where DNA testing was done by the FBI during the course of investigations, suspects were excluded by the testing. That doesn't mean we believe 25% of convictions are in error, but when coupled with the fact that DNA testing is only possible in 5-10% of all criminal cases, it shows that science cannot always clear innocent suspects, which can result in wrongful convictions.
Where DNA testing was possible, many suspects were excluded. If only 2.3% and 5% of all prisoners in the U.S. are innocent, then 46,000 to 100,000 of the two million incarcerated are innocent. The damage done to this people is by no means limited to the incarceration period. The time and money that people spend defending themselves is a hell on earth not only to the defendants, but their entire families. Amanda Knox and Raffaele Solecito have spent in excess of six years and four million dollars defending themselves.
The innocent spend more time and money defending themselves because they know they are innocent. The guilty just plead down and try to minimize the expense and the sentence.
Bear in mind that this is in progress and presently the result of a minute of research and a few minutes writing. It will be expanded and enhanced. All areas of great national pride will be examined.
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U .S. GAM E SSY STE M S, IN C .
Dear Friends: Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the founding of U.S. Games Systems and the 140th anniversary of the birth of Pamela Colman Smith.
U.S. Games Systems' first product in 1968 was the Swiss1JJ Tarot deck. Brentano's bookstore in New York City placed an opening order for 100 decks and the buyer commented, "I don't know how well tarot will sell, but let's try it." Within a few years, sales of the 1JJ Tarot deck and accompanying book, Tarot Cards for Fun and Fortune Telling, each exceeded 800,000 copies. Thus, U.S. Games Systems entered the world of tarot at a time when tarot was scarcely known and considered foremost part of the occult. Today, tarot is a mainstream product that inspires millions of people. U.S. Games Systems publishes high quality tarot decks that are distributed throughout the world. We are the publishers of the Rider-Waite Tarot and its many popular variations. In addition to tarot, this catalog features oracle, inspirational and Lenormand decks, plus books.
Pamela Colman Smith, the artist of the Rider-Waite Tarot deck, is little-known outside the tarot field. Pamela was an artist, writer, poet, author, folklorist, editor, suffragette, publisher, and costume and stage designer who was active from the mid-1880s through the 1920s. Four scholars have come together to create Pamela Colman Smith: The Untold Story, a 440-page hardcover book in full color detailing her life and reproducing over 400 illustrations of her non-tarot art.
Games, Gifts & Novelties.............. 72-73 Index................................................. 74-75 All prices in the catalog are retail. Where retail price is followed by a star, the wholesale price differs from our standard discount. All prices and country of manufacture are subject to change. All Premier Editions come packaged in oversized case and include spread sheet.
I wish to thank the wonderfully talented artists and authors who have allowed U.S. Games Systems to publish their work over the years. Their creativity and passion are the backbone of our publishing business. Most of all, I want to thank you, the customer. Without your loyalty and support U.S. Games Systems would never have been successful. Our company will continue to strive to publish the best products, and we thank you for being part of the U.S. Games Systems family.
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Pamela Colman Smith: The Untold Story brings together the work of four distinguished scholars who have devoted years of research to uncover the life and artistic accomplishments of Pamela Colman Smith. Known to millions as the creator of the Rider-Waite® Tarot deck, Pamela Colman Smith (1878–1951) was also a stage and costume designer, folklorist, poet, author, illustrator of ballads and folktales, suffragette, and publisher of books and broadsheets. This collaborative work presents: a richly illustrated biography of Pamela's life with essays on the events and people that influenced her including Jack Yeats, Ellen Terry, Alfred Stieglitz, Bram Stoker and William Gillette. There is also a chronological survey of her folktales, art and poetry and an exploration of her lasting legacy. Over 400 color images of Pamela's non-tarot art have been curated from her publications including A Broad Sheet, The Green Sheaf, Blue Beard, Annancy stories, Russian ballet, costumes, stage designs, Irish magazines, book illustrations, posters and much more.
In creating Ethereal Visions Tarot, Matt Hughes has drawn inspiration from the Art Nouveau movement, adopting its distinctive style and meticulous approach to craftsmanship. The artist has also created two additional cards to supplement the traditional Major Arcana. Every detailed image in the 80-card deck is hand drawn and colored. Box and cards are illuminated with elegant gold foil stamping. Includes 48-page booklet.
Angels' spiritual influence over human experience is beautifully portrayed in this gilt-edge deck through classicinspired artwork. The 184-page illustrated guidebook features in-depth descriptions, symbolism and angelic messages. In addition to the 78 tarot cards, two reference cards are included in this glorious set presented in a deluxe box with gold foil accents.
This color-coded deck takes kids through three imaginary adventures at the beach, in the zoo, and through India. Along the way, kids learn how to do 42 fun yoga poses. As they twist, stretch, crawl and bend, kids improve their flexibility, balance and focus. Each card presents a lively scene with easy instructions for the yoga pose on the back of the card.
Uniquely relevant and accessible, New Era Elements replaces the esoteric symbolism of traditional tarot with intriguing images of 21st century global life. Pieper's four tarot suits are explicitly connected to the four elements (Fire, Water, Air and Earth), and the court cards represent four distinct world cultures. Includes 80 cards and 116page guidebook.
Miniature versions of the 78 Radiant Rider-Waite® cards are paired with simple, down-to-earth tarot guidance. Expert advice is printed right on the cards, so there's no need to look up tarot meanings in a booklet. This handy, pocket-sized deck is perfect for beginners, advanced readers and everyone in between.
Also by Jody Bergsma: Magical Times Empowerment Cards and Spirit of the Wheel Meditation Deck (pages 42 and 57).
Let your inner artist out. Find ways to channel your creative passions. Keep a notebook handy to capture your ideas and thoughts. Crayon s and a blank sheet of 19 . THE SUN paper can let you expres s yourself Generous doses of happiness are as canvas and as much oil. focused on you. Keep your attitude light. Family events will bring youexplore what excites Simply and unexpected joy. inspires you. Any health concerns will be less than you fear. Throw your arms out to declare satisfaction with the world at large. All heads turn to you as it's time for you to be noticed.
Drawing on the ancient discipline of interpreting the night sky, Black Moon Astrology Cards give you access to the wisdom in the heavens above. Astrology reveals the insight and knowledge that is written in the stars. Based upon the important placements of a horoscope, this 52-card deck offers an in-depth tool for divination and self-awareness. The 184page guidebook makes the principles and revelations of astrology accessible to all.
This deck returns to you the holy power of Celtic blessings, providing a pathway to reconnection with the Divine. Lucy Cavendish's compassionate messages bring hope, inspiration, understanding and encouragement for all of life's gateways. Jane Starr Weils' exquisite illustrations provide a visual feast that will restore your spirit.
Dreams are love letters from home written in our first language—the language of the soul. Always pointing us toward higher ground, the soul speaks to us through our dreams in pictures and metaphors. Dream Oracle Cards explore 53 of the most common modern dream symbols and archetypes. The accompanying 136-page illustrated guidebook contains a message, a meaning and a mantra for each card.
Earth Warriors Oracle taps into universal tribal wisdom to empower your soul with the courage and optimism to discover the warrior within. Earth Warriors are the guardians and guides for the new world, inspiring people to thrive in harmony with the wisdom of life. Earth Warriors urge the human race forward with positive energy, purpose and passion. Set includes 44 cards and 216-page illustrated guidebook.
This luscious 44-card oracle deck was created to help you discover your own inner divine priestess of love, medicine woman, gypsy spirit, mermaid soul, empowered warrior goddess and more. The guidebook by Alana Fairchild will help you awaken your courage and your soul talents as you learn to express your passionate purpose. The set includes 44 cards and 96-page guidebook.
Enter an extraordinary world of color, magic and hope with Messages of Life cards. The light-filled images and inspirational text work together to turn on the divine within you. Meditate on the messages or repeat them as powerful, affirming mantras. Allow the enlightening artwork to lift your consciousness to insight, truth and harmony. Includes 54 oversized cards. $23.95 ITEM # MOF54 54 cards, 3.125" x 6.75" Box, 3.65" x 7.25" Made in China Also by Mario Duguay: Lightworker Oracle and Oracle of the Angels (pages 41 and 49).
Positive Astrology Cards are designed for both beginners and experienced astrologers to unlock the ancient wisdom of the stars. The detailed guidebook assists you in understanding your natal chart and your personality. Illustrated instructions teach you how to best utilize the qualities of the zodiac's daily and monthly cycles for abundance and success. The set consists of 73 cards and 76-page illustrated guidebook.
Connecting with animals allows us to use their spiritual powers and adopt their wisdom as our own. This deck helps you find your very own personal animal guide that will help you with current and future situations throughout your whole life. Use the power and the messages they provide in this deck to develop and strengthen your own potential. Set includes 49 cards and 60-page guidebook.
The Whispers of Healing Oracle is here to nourish, strengthen and restore you to emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. The soothing energy and wisdom of this deck will help you navigate your way to balance, wholeness and wellness. Set includes 50 cards and 88-page guidebook. $23.95 ITEM # WHO50 50 cards, 3.75" x 5.5" Box, 5" x 6.75" Made in China Also by Josephine Wall: Mystical Wisdom Cards, Nature's Whispers Oracle, and Whispers of Love Oracle (pages 47, 48 and 65).
Golden Dawn led to a commission from Arthur Edward Waite to create a 78-card tarot deck. Originally known as the Rider deck, it was the first to include full pictorial scenes for the Minor Arcana pips. Pamela's varied mystical influences are evident throughout the deck. Once considered revolutionary, The Rider-Waite® deck has set the standard for hundreds of other decks and has inspired a myriad of different versions available here.
Pamela Colman Smith's artwork was pumped up with vibrant colors by Frankie Albano in 1968 and this deck has remained a staple for tarot collectors since. The bright colors help readers focus on details they might have otherwise missed. This vivid deck appeals to those nostalgic for the psychedelic sixties or who appreciate the "wow" factor. Includes 24-page booklet.
This deck/book set provides everything you need to understand tarot. The full-size deck is a boldly re-colored version of the classic Rider-Waite deck, updated with vibrant shading that gives depth to the familiar tarot scenes. The 272-page, userfriendly handbook with color illustrations is perfect for beginners as well as experienced readers.
Universal Waite Tarot is now available as the world's smallest complete tarot deck! $8.95 ITEM # TUW78	78 cards, 1.1875" x 1.375"	Made in China Also available: Tiny Tarot Key Chain (page 73).
Borderless Edition Pamela Colman Smith's beloved tarot artwork, created in 1909, is presented in a borderless format for a more immersive reading experience. This 84-card deck includes four extra cards with reproduction samples of Pixie's non-tarot artwork, including "Catch Me" and "Duet". With instruction booklet.
The magnificent Crowley Thoth Tarot deck contains the kabbalistic and astrological attributions described in Aleister Crowley's The Book of Thoth. Includes booklet.
Contains 78-card Crowley Thoth Small Tarot deck and Tarot: Mirror of the Soul book by Gerd Ziegler. Packaged in plastic bookcase box. Spread sheet not included.
Swiss Crowley deck includes 78 cards originally painted by Lady Frieda Harris, under the direction of Aleister Crowley. Includes 48-page booklet.
The Angel Inspiration Deck was created to bring you closer to the Angels so that you may receive their assistance. Each uplifting message includes meanings, advice and affirmations to help strengthen your connection to the energy of each Angel. Includes 44 cards, 60-page guidebook and an Angel Reference Chart.
Simple inspirations are delivered by a host of angels. The 64 illustrated cards each offer an affirmation and a maxim for daily meditation.
$21.95 ITEM # AI44 44 cards, 3.5" x 5" Made in China Also by Kim Dreyer: Conscious Spirit Oracle (page 26).
This charming boxed set of 40 affirmation cards were inspired and channeled from Debbie's Angels. Pick a message each morning before you start your day to see what guidance or encouragement your angels wish to share with you. Remember, your angels love to guide and help you.
The angels deliver the positive messages on these 40 pocket-sized cards to bring you strength and encouragement throughout your day. To use them, sit quietly, close your eyes and ask the angels what message they wish to share with you. The card you choose is the one the angels intend for you!
The compelling imagery in this best-selling deck brings medieval tarot symbolism into the modern Aquarian age. Includes booklet.
The Archeon Tarot reveals layers of meaning in the cards' mystical symbolism and dream imagery. This deck offers unique perspectives and a contemporary appeal. Includes booklet.
Also by David Palladini: The New Palladini Tarot (page 49).
This luminescent oracle deck provides a powerful vehicle for accessing the wisdom of mythic beings and divine entities. 52 oversized, gilded cards feature stunning artwork. Set includes 108-page illustrated guidebook.
This stunning 52-card oracle deck helps you reconnect with your origins in the stars, the source of all creativity. Insightful cosmic connections enable you to discover positive solutions and heighten your intuitive skills. Includes 114-page illustrated guidebook. This deck can be used with Art Through the Eyes of the Soul Oracle.
Learn to communicate with angels with these illuminating oracle cards. Includes 42 cards in pouch, and 116-page illustrated guidebook.
Royal advice dispensed with scintillating wit and historical wisdom. To consult their majesties, simply choose a card and your special message will be revealed. Forty oversized cards are packaged in a deluxe, hinged box. $15.95 ITEM # ATQ42 40 cards, 5.75" x 4.25" Made in China Also by Kris Waldherr: Goddess Tarot, Lover's Path Tarot, and Sacred World Oracle (pages 35, 42, and 55).
Juliet Sharman-Burke's teaching method introduces the Minor cards first, with layouts for each suit. Her thematic approach uses colors and visual symbols to explore archetypes and elements in tarot. Includes 78 cards and 192-page illustrated book.
The Blue Bird Lenormand deck has an updated design with elegant, classic artwork. The 38-card deck now has extra Gentleman and Lady cards. It features playing card inserts and verses by Stuart R. Kaplan to assist the reader in interpreting the card meanings. The 40-page instruction booklet includes a brief biography of Mlle Lenormand and card meanings.
Botanical Inspirations pairs the Secret Language of Flowers with the artwork of Pierre-Joseph Redouté. Each card features a quotation relating to the flower's symbolism. The guidebook presents affirmations and narrative vignettes culled from history, mythology, lore and legend. Set includes 44 cards, 100-page illustrated guidebook, foldout guide, and organza pouch.
The Brotherhood of Light Egyptian Tarot deck provides companion cards to the acclaimed book The Sacred Tarot. The original 1936 black and white images have been redesigned as full-color Egyptian tarot cards. Includes 48-page booklet.
A beautiful gift set of 40 Divine Wisdom cards inspired by the sacred texts of the 'Pranjnaparamita Sutras' known as the Perfection of Wisdom. These sacred texts represent the divine feminine consciousness in Buddhism and are used to transcend mental obstacles by opening up your heart to the divine guidance of Kwan Yin.
The 40 Divine Truth cards were inspired by the sacred text of 'Dhammapada Sutra', which is widely known as the words of Buddha. With the energy of the divine masculine throughout these cards, The Ultimate Truth of Wisdom provides you with powerful tools to illuminate all darkness and free the limitations of the reasoning mind.
The Buddhism Reading Cards provide a simple introduction to the fundamental teachings of Buddhism in a fun and practical way. Each card represents one core principal of Buddhism that contains a wisdom bringing healing, direction and inspiration to your life. The peaceful Buddha imagery helps the wisdom to flow easily. The boxed set includes 36 cards and a fully illustrated 104-page guidebook.
Welcome these beautiful butterflies, creatures of hope and renewal. These cards present affirmations to help you remember the courage and wisdom to be brave during struggles and never give up on your dreams. Simply relax, choose one of the 44 cards and read its message of healing and happiness.
CARY-YALE VISCONTI 15TH CENTURY TAROCCHI DECK This complete 86-card Cary-Yale Visconti Tarocchi deck includes refined facsimile reproductions of 67 extant 15th century cards, plus 19 cards recreated to replace missing cards from the original pack. This deluxe edition includes a 68-page guidebook with color illustrations, expanded meanings by Stuart R. Kaplan, and an in-depth history of tarot cards by Thierry Depaulis.
Published posthumously as a tribute to its creator, Yoav Ben-Dov, this Marseille deck is a faithful reproduction of the traditional tarot cards created by the esteemed Nicholas Conver in 1760. This vibrant 79-card deck includes an extra blank logo card to be used as a carte blanche. Also included is a 56-page booklet.
Celestial Tarot interweaves mythic images and astrological divinations. Celestial Tarot is both a handbook of the heavens and an oracular guide to the inner life. Includes booklet and custom spread sheet. $21.95 ITEM # CEL78	78 cards, 2.75" x 4.75" Printed in Italy Also by Kay Steventon: Spiral Tarot (page 57).
This Celtic-themed deck brings naturebased paganism to the Lenormand system. This 45-card deck provides additional tree, animal and people cards. The 188-page illustrated guidebook offers in-depth descriptions and interpretations based on the phases of the moon and the Wheel of the Year.
Also by Kim Dreyer: Angel Inspiration Deck (page 17).
Book sold separately (page 69).
This compelling deck features symbols and icons gathered from diverse eras, creating accessible images for all tarot readers. Interpretations are provided on the individual level, the human community, and the cosmos. Includes 36-page booklet. $26.95 ITEM # CS78	78 cards, 2.75" x 4.75"	Printed in Belgium Also available: Spanish Cosmic Tarot (page 71).
This powerful oracle deck is encoded with crystal frequencies and the high vibrational energy of angels, ascended masters and goddesses. The 54 cards empower you to channel the divine healing power of Heaven and Earth. Working with the vibrant crystal mandalas can enhance your connection to the energy of the crystals and higher beings in order to heal your body, mind and soul.
This inspirational deck of 40 mini-cards captures the beauty and wisdom of our Earth's crystals. Each card presents a different crystal along with its universal loving message, written by Australia's leading Crystal Awakening Healer, Rachelle Charman.
Deviant Moon Tarot explores the dark side of the subconscious with haunting surreal imagery. Stylized moon-faced characters, created from manipulated photographs of 18th century tombstones, are set against evocative backgrounds. Custom spread sheet and instruction booklet included.
Stylized characters and moonlit dreamscapes draw you into the luminescent world of Deviant Moon Tarot. With larger cards, this special Borderless Edition highlights Patrick Valenza's stunning artwork and allows readers to connect more deeply with the evocative tarot imagery. Includes 48-page booklet. $21.95 ITEM # BDM78 78 cards, 2.64" x 5.16" Made in China Also by Patrick Valenza: Deviant Moon Tarot Book (page 68).
Dogs are regarded by many as wise and loyal creatures. Now you can share in their wisdom with this delightful card set. The 45 Dog Wisdom cards allow you to easily and quickly receive inspirational messages for everyday life.
This spectacular deck captures the perceptive powers of the legendary dragon. Dragon Tarot represents the fulfillment of centuries of research into symbolism by mystics from the world over. Includes 24-page booklet.
This oracle set was created to help you set your spirit free and to encourage expression of your unique creative self. With artwork by a collaboration of nine talented artists, the vibrant 44-card deck helps you break away from the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary. The 136-page illustrated guidebook is filled with powerful healing strategies and affirmations.
This beautiful set of 40 inspirational cards can give you the simple, direct answers you need to guide you past any obstacles in life. These cards provide visual reminders to help you to focus your intentions on what you would like from the Universe. Divine Directions Cards bring clear inspiration to steer you to the right path.
This charming 36-card Petit Lenormand deck offers fresh, new perspectives. Artist Kwon Shina's imaginative style provides the reader with clever visual cues that capture the mood and inner meanings of the cards. The 92-page booklet offers quotations and interpretations that help the reader understand the lively interplay between the cards for insightful readings.
Dreams of Gaia offers familiar tarot structure with the Majors representing all aspects of ourselves, and the Minor suits based on the four elements. By incorporating bold new archetypes and contemporary meanings, Dreams of Gaia allows for a more personal and effective system for using tarot cards as a roadmap to navigate your life path. This deluxe set of 81 gilded cards and 308-page book assists in deepening your own intuition.
Earth Power Oracle reconnects us with the energy of 41 of the most sacred places on the globe. This magnificent oracle takes you on a mystic journey to ancient temples, natural sanctuaries, breathtaking landscapes, the haunting ruins of lost civilizations, and sacred waterways. Boxed set includes 41 cards and 128-page illustrated guidebook with descriptions, locations, and card spreads.
Faerie Tarot invites you to see the world in a delightful new way. This original deck offers fresh interpretations of traditional tarot, with vibrant art blending fantasy, whimsy and nature. Every card comes to life with exquisite details and charming motifs inspired by the four seasons. Includes 48-page booklet. $21.95 ITEM # FAE78	78 cards, 3.55" x 4.75" Printed in Italy Also by Nathalie Hertz: The Vampire Tarot (page 63).
Lucy Cavendish guides you to the path of the Green World where the inhabitants of the Faery Forest offer you their insights, revelations and natural, wild wisdom. Discover goddesses, faeries, witches, wise ones and wizards; powerful and trustworthy ancients and allies devoted to nurturing the wisdom that lies deep within your soul. Set includes 45 cards and 136page guidebook.
Grounded in the epic tradition of faerytales, this enchanting oracle reveals the timeless wisdom in stories like The Little Match Girl, Cinderella, and Hansel and Gretel. This magickal deck also presents undiscovered gems, unearthing tales that inspire and delight. This 44-card deck and 185-page guidebook offer compassionate and uplifting guidance to help navigate life's challenges.
With luminous artwork, Fantastical Creatures Tarot offers glimpses of the mystical beings that inhabit our imagination, and reveals the lessons they can teach us. Includes 72-page booklet and Quick Reference card.
Thai artist, Chatriya, has creatively fused traditional tarot symbolism with elements from her own culture and influences as far reaching as Egypt, Art Deco, mythology, and Japanese manga. Fenestra Tarot features beautifully rendered figures set off in frames suggestive of arched windows. Includes 24-page booklet.
Also by Lisa Hunt: Ghosts & Spirits Tarot (page 34).
This charming set of 40 inspirational mini-cards presents gentle reminders of life's beauty through the hidden meanings of flowers and the symbolic connection they share with us. Each card presents a flower in soft watercolor art, along with an affirmation.
Ghosts and Spirits Tarot explores the fascinating subject of ghosts, surveying supernatural lore and legend. 78 ethereal beings, both frightening and friendly deliver their messages from beyond, through the symbolism of tarot. Includes bonus card and instruction booklet. $21.95 ITEM # GAS78 79 cards, 2.75" x 4.75" Printed in Italy Also by Lisa Hunt: Fantastical Creatures Tarot (page 32) and Fairy Tale Lenormand (page 32).
Gilded Reverie Lenormand showcases the digital talents of Ciro Marchetti with captivating imagery on 47 gilt-edged cards. This Expanded Edition deck features eight special supplemental cards: Time, Bridges, Dice, Mask, Well, Compass, Labyrinth, and Magnifying Glass. This deck also provides extra Man, Lady, and Owl cards. Includes updated 80-page instructional guidebook.
$21.95 ITEM # GRE47 47 cards, 2.75" x 4.125" Box, 4.5" x 3" Made In China Also by Ciro Marchetti: Fin de Siècle and Tarot of Dreams (page 33 and 59).
Based on the notebooks and records of the Order of the Golden Dawn, these cards include references to symbolism of diverse religious and spiritual origins. Includes 30-page booklet. $21.95 ITEM # GD78	78 cards, 3.125" x 5" Made in China Also by Robert Wang: The Jungian Tarot (page 40) and The Jungian Tarot Trilogy (pages 69 and 70).
Comprised of collage imagery from the European masters' paintings, each meticulously researched and chosen specifically for its divine evocations. The cards are treated with gilt edges and packaged in a deluxe display box with an illustrated book.
Also by Kris Waldherr: Ask the Queens, Lover's Path Tarot, and Sacred World Oracle (pages 21, 42 and 55).
The Halloween Oracle offers a chance to connect with "the other side." Harness the eerie power of Halloween every night of year, encountering creatures like black cats, vampires, zombies and witches. Includes 36 cards and an 80-page guidebook featuring Halloween messages of divination.
This colorful deck is designed to integrate the healing properties of traditional herbs with the symbolism of tarot. A different herb is identified and illustrated on each card. Includes 40-page booklet. $21.95 ITEM # HE78	78 cards, 2.75" x 4.75" Made in China Also see The Spirit of Herbs book (page 70).
Cheerful angels and fairies deliver wisdom, healing energy and loving guidance to help you rediscover passion and joy in your life. You will find inspiration in the dreamy artwork with empowering exercises, prayers and affirmations. Includes 44 cards and 56-page illustrated booklet. $21.95 ITEM # IW44 44 cards, 3" x 5" Made in China See also: Joyful Inspirations (page 40).
Tarot artist Paulina Cassidy has filled both the Major and Minor Arcana with charming new characters that bring their inspirational messages of joy to everyone. Includes 60-page booklet.
This 70-card oracle deck features luminous artwork that evokes the divine nature of love at the heart of all our relationships. Profound messages of guidance are accompanied by inspirational poetic verses by Richard Cohn in a 164page guidebook.
Also by Paulina Cassidy: Paulina Tarot, Spiritsong Tarot and Witchlings (page 51, 58 and 67).
Also by Rassouli: Dream Oracle Cards (page 8).
Inspired by the ancient seals that have become powerful symbols in the world's religions, King Solomon Oracle Cards tap into personal intuition to provide profound insights and answers to contemporary inquiries. Includes 36 oracle cards, four Personal Amulet Cards, and instruction booklet.
Inspired by the goddess of mercy and compassion, Kuan Yin Oracle guides you to a place of inner peace and beauty. Kuan Yin's gentle energy reaches out to you from each of the 44 cards in this radiant deck. The 144-page illustrated guidebook provides inspirational messages, healing prayers and practical exercises.
$23.95 ITEM # KO44 44 cards, 4.75" x 5.5" Box, 5" x 6.5" Made in China See also: Pocket Kuan Yin Oracle (page 52).
Also by Robert Wang: The Golden Dawn Tarot, The Jungian Tarot and its Archetypal Imagery, Perfect Tarot Divination, The Qabalistic Tarot, and Tarot Psychology (pages 35, 69, 69, 70 and 70).
Filled with circus and sideshow lore, LeGrande Circus & Sideshow Tarot is set in the glitter and mud world of the midcentury truck show. The Major Arcana presents the iconic figures of the big top illustrated in the bravura style of vintage circus posters. Each suit represents a different aspect of life on the lot. Includes 60-page booklet.
Les Vampires is a profound oracle for healing our inner fears, harnessing our power, and dissolving the patterns that hold us back. Full of wise guidance, comforting advice and thoughtful challenges, this stunning deck offers a pathway through the darkest, most troubling times. Includes 44 cards and 136-page illustrated guidebook.
The Lover's Path Tarot marries the tarot to traditional archetypes, and teaches us that all love relationships mirror our truest natures. Whether seeking to improve and expand upon a love relationship with one's partner or one's self, The Lover's Path Tarot fosters individual growth and understanding. Includes spread sheet and booklet.
Magdalene has been seen throughout the ages as the Dark Goddess of gentle strength and holder of infinite compassion. With this energy, the cards reveal the wisdom and loving guidance of the feminine principle. Set includes 45 inspirational cards and 72-page illustrated guidebook.
This exquisite deck by popular artist Jody Bergsma presents 44 oversized cards with inspirational images and affirmations to help you channel the magic all around you. The 28-page booklet provides gentle, yet powerful messages. Packaged in a deluxe box.
Also illustrated by Jody Bergsma: Spirit of the Wheel Meditation Deck (page 57).
In this 78-card deck the 22 Major Arcana depict a path of life, starting from the Seed/Fool card and completing with the Dancer/World card. In the Minor Arcana the four suits are Stones (coins), Pipes (wands), Arrows (swords), and Bowls (cups). Includes 24-page booklet.
The glory of felines is celebrated with Renaissance flair in the 78 cards of Medieval Cat Tarot. This ornate deck bridges the gap between past and present by blending classical and contemporary ideologies along with artistic styles. Includes 48-page booklet.
Travel back to the grandeur of 15 century Italy through the art of this tarot deck. The Middle Ages are recreated with symbols, costumes, and settings against gold backgrounds. Includes 48-page booklet.
$23.95 ITEM # SM78	78 cards, 2.75" x 5.125" Printed in Italy Also available: Art and Arcana book (page 68).
Messenger Oracle strengthens our ancient bond with nature and spirit. These cards are infused with the magic of ancient dragons, elemental fae, mystical trees, and their animal kind—they are the "messengers" who are here to guide us back to our true nature. The illustrated 75-page booklet provides inspirational messages and card spreads.
Magical imagery and full scenes grace the intensely colorful cards in this popular borderless tarot deck. Includes instructions.
This special set of 40 vibrant cards illustrates 35 mudras and 5 elements. The mudra poses were chosen to awaken the energy of the five elements, and can be used with the first Mudras deck/book set. The 124-page instructional guidebook explores the many benefits of yoga mudras.
Inspired by the famous 18th century fortune-telling cards by Mlle Lenormand, this 36-card deck allows you to use your own intuition and associations to interpret the cards. The booklet offers card meanings, and includes instructions for three different card spreads. $15.95 ITEM # ML36 36 cards, 2.625" x 3.5"	Printed in Belgium See also Mystical Lenormand book (page 69).
Also by Josephine Wall: Nature's Whispers Oracle Cards and Whispers of Love Oracle (pages 48 and 65).
An inspirational deck authentically representing the folklore, symbols, and beliefs of different Native American tribes, including: Apache, Arapaho, Cherokee, Cheyenne, Chippewa, Comanche, Hopi, Huron, Inuit, Iroquois, Kiowa, Navaho, Papago, Pima, Pueblo, Shawnee, Sioux, and Yaqui. Includes 108-page booklet.
Re-ignite your connection to the great spirit of Mother Earth and tap into the profound peace, healing and guidance she offers us. Set includes 50 cards and 72-page illustrated guidebook.
Since its 1989 publication, The Mythic Tarot has been an international success. New life has been breathed into this classic deck with all new illustrations. The cards provide wisdom and guidance for seekers of personal growth.
Also by David Palladini: Aquarian Tarot (page 19).
43 oversized cards introduce a gallery of magickal beings. Illustrated 164-page guidebook shares words of wisdom from the Dragonfae, with descriptions of their divinatory powers. $23.95 ITEM # DFO43 43 cards, 3.75" x 5.5" Made in China Also by Lucy Cavendish: Wild Wisdom of the Faery Oracle (page 66).
The lush Victorian-influenced images of the Oracle of Visions deck provide unique perspectives for insightful divination and meditation. The imaginative scenes encourage us to set aside pre-conceived ideas and investigate the choices, and consequences we face each day. Set includes 52 cards and 140-page booklet. $22.95 ITEM # ORV52 52 cards, 3.75" x 5.5" Made in China Also by Ciro Marchetti: Fin de Siècle Kipper, Gilded Reverie Lenormand and Tarot of Dreams (pages 33, 34 and 59).
The lavishly illustrated 79-card tarot deck aids in achieving enlightenment through meditation. The accompanying 176-page book is a straightforward guide to using this intriguing system. Spread sheet is not included.
This historical deck, printed in vivid colors on gold backgrounds, is based upon original designs by the Swiss kabbalist, Oswald Wirth. The 22 Major Arcana have French titles and the letters of the Hebrew alphabet attributed to each card by Eliphas Levi, and popularized by Oswald Wirth. Includes instructions.
Paulina Tarot draws us in with its delicate beauty. Once we have entered this magical place, we encounter a charming world of energy and inspiration. Each time we return, there is something new to be discovered. Includes 48-page booklet.
$21.95 ITEM # PAU78 78 cards, 2.75" x 4.75" Made in China Also by Paulina Cassidy: Joie de Vivre Tarot, Spiritsong Tarot and Witchlings (pages 39, 58 and 67).
Best Divination Deck Lovingly created with artwork from the Smith-Waite® Tarot deck and "The Golden Vanity", this charming 36-card Petit Lenormand deck pays tribute to Pamela Colman Smith. The 132-page booklet includes keywords and expanded meanings for Love and Career issues. This unique Lenormand deck comes in an adorable tin.
Harness the strength, boldness and fierce optimism of Wild Kuan Yin with this borderless pocket-sized deck. Draw on one of the beautifully illustrated 44 cards whenever you need a message of encouragement to take a risk for what you love, a light in times of darkness, the courage to dare to be different or a reminder of your fire, your passion, your unique beauty.
The most ancient of the Germanic peoples' magical written symbols offer deep insight into the hidden structures of the cosmos and the secrets of the human psyche. Includes 25 cards and 36-page booklet.
Primal Lenormand is a facsimile of the original Game of Hope cards published in 1799. The deck was initially conceived as a parlor game to be played with dice. Fifty years later the cards were used for divination by Mlle Lenormand. This Petit Lenormand deck has 36 cards. The booklet includes instructions for both the game and the oracle, in English, French and German.
The raven has always played a guiding role in myth and legend. The Raven Cards reveal insightful messages for confronting today's choices. Use inspiration cards individually or in a spread. Set includes instructions and blank cards for creative use.
Renaissance Tarot takes its inspiration from the splendor of Italian Renaissance culture and classical mythology. The 22 Major Arcana cards feature Olympian deities. In the Minor Arcana, the four suits are represented by four familiar myth cycles, and the great cities of Renaissance Italy are represented in the court cards.
Also available: Spanish Raven Cards Oracle Deck (page 71).
Sacred Rebels Oracle helps you celebrate and nurture your individuality. This oracle deck is filled with striking imagery and beautiful, heartfelt guidance to support you in awakening your sacred rebellious heart. Set includes 44 cards and 180-page illustrated guidebook.
of the Year The Sacred World Oracle celebrates the beauty of the earth and the diversity of its creatures. Drawing from mythology, folklore and nature this deck offers gentle guidance and practical wisdom. The 48-page booklet presents keywords, narrative descriptions and card spreads. $16.95 ITEM # SWO44 44 cards, 3.6" x 4.6" Made in China Also by Kris Waldherr: Ask the Queens, Goddess Tarot, and Lover's Path Tarot (pages 21, 35 and 42).
Let the enchanting artwork of Mary Alayne Thomas enfold you in a world of stunning beauty and imagination as the colorful denizens of the Mystic Grove share their insightful secrets. This special set includes 44 cards and a 96-page guidebook presenting keywords, inspirational messages and journal prompts with space provided to write down thoughts.
Inspired by North American Indian tradition, legend, life, lore, and religion. Readers may use the 65 cards in this deck to develop their own psychic medicine and power on the journey through the physical and emotional worlds. Comes with 76-page booklet.
Designed to inspire inner wisdom and creativity, each deck of 60 evocative images fosters insightful exploration of the mind and soul. The special packaging may be used as a frame.
This collaborative deck brings together sacred feminine wisdom inspired through Mother Earth's nourishing energy. The Soulful Woman Guidance Cards will inspire your feminine soul and empower you in your journey of manifestation. Featuring the artwork of 26 soulful women artists, this beautiful set includes 48 cards and an 80-page illustrated guidebook.
The ancient symbol of the spiral has been used throughout time to express the continuum of life. Spiral Tarot explores the legends of mythical imagery and ancient Celtic wisdom. Includes spreadsheet.
$21.95 ITEM # SPT78 78 cards, 2.75" x 4.125"	Also by Kay Steventon: Celestial Tarot (page 24).
Spiritsong Tarot energizes the cards of traditional tarot with the majestic beauty and wisdom of 78 animals that have been called upon to help guide you on your life journey. Paulina Cassidy's exquisite artwork invites you to connect to the spirit of each animal, specifically selected based upon Shamanic symbolism. Spiritsong merges each animal's unique power with classic tarot practices. Includes 78-card deck and 108-page guidebook.
The perfect choice for beginning readers. Regular and reverse meanings are printed on each card to facilitate readings. The artwork is in the style of ancient woodcuts, based on traditional motifs.
Inspired by Marseille-style woodcut tarot decks, Tarot de Maria Celia blends faux vintage elements with modern illustration techniques. Narciso preserves many of the Marseille traditions, including French titles, while adding his own colorful interpretation of the cards. 78 cards with 56-page booklet, in a tin. $18.95 ITEM # TDMC78 78 cards, 2.25" x 3.5" Tin, 2.625" x 4.125" Made in China Also by Lynyrd-Jym Narciso: Vanessa Tarot (page 63).
Also by Ciro Marchetti: Fin de Siècle, Gilded Reverie Lenormand and Oracle of Visions (pages 33, 34 and 50).
This deck combines science fiction and fantasy. A mystical rapport with cats is established in a distant place known as the "Outer Regions." Includes 78 cards and 64page booklet. $21.95 ITEM # CP78	78 cards, 2.625" x 4.625" Printed in Italy Also available: Tarot of the Cat People book (page 70).
A modern approach to what is known as the magical Old Religion, the Craft, or the Old Path of female wisdom. Includes 78card deck and booklet. $25.95 ITEM # OP78	78 cards, 2.75" x 4.75"	Printed in Belgium Also available: Spanish version of Tarot of the Old Path (page 71).
Tea Leaf Fortune Cards set offers an innovative system for reading with 200 beautifully illustrated cards depicting the traditional tea leaf symbols. The 98-page guidebook explains how to divine fortunes using tea leaves or Tea Leaf Fortune Cards. Rae Hepburn, an accomplished tea leaf reader, teaches you to unlock the ancient secrets of reading tea leaves. Set includes 200 round symbol cards; drawstring pouch; and 98-page illustrated guidebook.
Discover the buried secrets in Under the Roses, a charming 40-card Petit Lenormand deck. In addition to the 36 standard cards, this deck includes alternate cards for the Child, the Gentleman, and the Lady. The 60-page booklet offers keywords, instructions and diagrams for learning to read with the Lenormand method.
The magical unicorn offers wisdom and guidance in this enchanting tarot deck. Includes 24-page booklet. $21.95 ITEM # UT78	78 cards, 2.75" x 4.75"	Printed in Italy Also Available: In Search of Unicorns book (page 69).
Vampire Tarot offers formidable views into a world of darkness shrouded in mystery and beauty. Myths and legends of the devilish underworld are interpreted through exquisitely detailed paintings. Includes 36-page booklet.
With humor, glamour, and an attitude of adventure, this delightful deck invites readers on a joyride through the Tarot. Taking their inspiration from pop culture, the sassy but sage characters of Vanessa Tarot playfully reinterpret traditional female roles. In a tin with a 32-page booklet.
$21.95 ITEM # VMP78 78 cards, 2.75" x 4.75"	Printed in Italy Also by Nathalie Hertz: Fairie Tarot (page 31).
$18.95 ITEM # VAN78 78 cards, 2" x 3.5" Tin, 2.625" x 4.125" Made in China Also by Lynyrd-Jym Narciso: Tarot de Maria Celia (page 59).
This new edition presents an 80-card deck with expanded guidebook in a deluxe, hinged box. The 60-page guidebook features color illustrations of the tarocchi cards. Includes two bonus cards with portraits of Bianca Maria Visconti and Francesco Sforza. The 78-card deck is comprised of full-color facsimile reproductions of 74 extant cards from the 15th century and four meticulously recreated cards.
Ganesha's energy has the power to clear obstacles, bestow wisdom and promote prosperity and success. Work with this unique 50-card deck to invoke the blessings and protection of Lord Ganesha, patron of the arts and sciences and keeper of great knowledge. Set includes 92-page illustrated guidebook.
Whispers of Love Oracle Cards were created to help you discover new ways to attract and build stronger, more loving relationships. Whether you are seeking romantic guidance or improved personal relationships, the 50 cards can lead you to answers and solutions. Includes 72page booklet.
When peace seems far away, this oracle deck channels the energy of the Divine Mother to bring you comfort. Wild Kuan Yin reminds you of your fire, passion and courage. She'll guide you through even the darkest trials. Set includes 44 cards and 140-page illustrated book.
Lavishly illustrated cards are brimming with Faery secrets and loving guidance. Illustrated book delivers clear lessons on creating connections with your own Faery guardians. Set includes 47 cards and 188page illustrated book.
See also: Pocket Wild Kuan Yin (page 53).
Also by Lucy Cavendish: Oracle of the Dragonfae and Oracle of the Mermaids (page 50).
The Witchlings share their uplifting spells to help you access your own powerful energy and natural abilities in this enchanting new deck and book set. The 204-page illustrated guidebook includes clear instructions for more than 150 spells with tips and insights. $22.95 ITEM # WIT40 40 cards, 3" x 5" Book, 204 pp., b&w illus., pb. Box, 3.25" x 5.25" Made in China Also by Paulina Cassidy: Joie de Vivre Tarot, Paulina Tarot and Spiritsong Tarot (pages 39, 51 and 58).
Some Yoga Dogs are playful and others are pensive, yet each one shares a message of yoga wisdom to guide you through these fun yoga challenges. 44-card deck features the irresistible photography of Dan Borris. Includes 96page instruction book.
Yoga Cats Deck & Book Set features the delightful animal photography and clever digital craft of Dan Borris. This deck is purrfect for cat lovers, yoga lovers, and all those looking for reasons to smile. The set includes 44 cards and a full color 96-page guidebook.
Guides the reader through the history of tarot while reflecting upon 15th century Italy and the wonderful artwork that comprises this lavish deck. $9.95 • ITEM # BK204 4.625" x 7", 282 pp., b&w illus., pb.
This illustrated companion to the Chrysalis Tarot explores the spiritual journey of selfdiscovery. $12.95 • ITEM # BK233 5" x 7", 216 pp., b&w illus., pb.
$17.95 • ITEM # BK129	7" x 10.25", 224 pp., b&w illus., pb.
Illustrated with the Radiant Rider-Waite Tarot, Exploring Tarot is a user-friendly handbook for beginners as well as experienced readers.
$35.00 • ITEM # BK4	8.5" x 11", 412 pp., b&w illus. w/16-page color insert, hc.
$45.00 • ITEM # BK6	8.5" x 11", 728 pp., b&w illus. w/16-page color insert, hc.
$14.95 • ITEM # BK235 5.5" x 8.5", 272 pp., color illus., pb.
An indispensable guide to mastering the language of feminine symbols and ancient mysticism used in the best-selling Goddess Tarot deck. $12.95 • ITEM # BK180 4.625" x 7", 208 pp., b&w illus., pb.
Volume III details the world of tarot in the twentieth century with copious illustrations of published, unpublished, and out of print cards.
In the first major reference work of its kind, this comprehensive volume traces the history and origins of the earliest extant tarot, tarocchi, and tarock decks.
Acclaimed psychic Suzanne Star describes her spiritual encounter with unicorns, and describes how to harness the power of the unicorn to realize one's strengths and potential.
Introduction to Tarot offers a comprehensive guide with detailed explanations of both the Rider-Waite® and Crowley Thoth decks.
The feminine voice produces an added dimension to each of the Major Arcana cards, and encourages the reader to further call upon the "other" in him or herself. Illustrated with the Morgan-Greer Tarot.
$9.95 • ITEM # BK142 4.625" x 7", 176 pp., b&w illus., pb.
$18.95 • ITEM # BK214 7" x 8.5", 246 pp., color illus., pb.
$10.95 • ITEM # BK112 4.75" x 9.75", 92 pp., b&w illus., pb.
Positive support is offered to mend hurts and strengthen personal values. The images depict women of power and men of love living a life in harmonious balance. $14.95 • ITEM # BK114 4.625" x 7", 239 pp., b&w illus., pb.
An indispensable guidebook for anyone interested in earth-based or women's spirituality. $9.95 • ITEM # BK139 4.5" x 7", 128 pp., b&w illus., pb.
Volume III applies astrology and Jungian principles to tarot interpretation. $13.95 • ITEM # BK243 5.25" x 8.25", 102 pp., b&w illus., pb.
Waite describes each card of the RiderWaite® Tarot deck, including regular and reversed meanings.
$9.95 • ITEM # BK18	4.25" x 7", 340 pp., b&w illus., pb.
$5.00 # BK221 4.625" x 7", 96 pp., b&w illus., pb.
Focusing on the daily tarot card, Rachel Pollack and Johannes Fiebig offer simple yet powerful practices based on their interpretations.
This illustrated companion to The Jungian Tarot deck applies Jungian principles of "active imagination" to the tarot archetypes, providing a meditative and self-explorative approach to tarot.
$13.95 • ITEM # BK242 5.25" x 8.25", 120 pp., b&w illus., pb.
Provides fascinating insight into the stunning illustrations of the popular Tarot of the Cat People deck. $9.95 • ITEM # BK91 4.625" x 7", 179 pp., b&w illus., pb.
$11.00 • ITEM # BK230 5.45" x 8.37", 160 pp., color illus., pb.
This book traces the background of the Tarot of the Witches deck designed by Fergus Hall and featured in the James Bond movie Live and Let Die. $4.95 • ITEM # BK21	4.5" x 7", 96 pp., b&w illus., pb.
con titulos e intrucciones en Español.
Cards and booklet in Spanish.
GTBL) can be ordered with any tarot deck in this catalog at no extra charge. Suitable for most tarot decks.
Book by renowned tarot authority, translated into Spanish.
Spanish titles on cards. Booklet in English.
The Raven Cards reveal insightful messages for confronting today's choices.
Each vibrantly colored envelope presents: 3 mini Radiant Rider-Waite® Tarot cards; instructions for Past, Present, and Future Spread; card meanings and interpretations. Each envelope offers a unique combination of cards.
Velveteen drawstring pouch is perfect for storing and carrying your favorite tarot deck or other cards. $5.95 ITEM # BAG1 Pouch, 5" x 7"
BLANK CARDS Make your own tarot, playing card, or original game deck with a set of 80 roundcornered, blank cards with tarotee plaid backs. Also perfect for creating flash cards, educational cards, recipe cards, and many other projects.
Products shown in purple are Premier Editions.


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Four cops suspended as murder suspect escapes in Sahiwal
'Dried up' Badin observes shutter down strike to protest water shortage
Mexican rockstar commits suicide after #MeToo accusations
Armando Vega Gil killed himself on Monday after posting a suicide letter on Twitter
Reuters April 03, 2019
PHOTO: THE INDEPENDENT
MEXICO CITY: TRIGGER WARNING!
The founder and bassist of the Mexican rock band Botellita de Jerez, 64-year-old Armando Vega Gil, killed himself on Monday after posting a suicide letter on Twitter that said he was falsely and anonymously accused of sexually abusing a minor.
Vega Gil was found dead at his Mexico City home, authorities confirmed.
The musician said that he was anonymously accused via the #MeTooMusicosMexicanos (#MeTooMexicanMusicians) Twitter hashtag of abusing and harassing a woman when she was 13-years-old.
"I will say this categorically, this accusation is false," Vega Gil's letter said. "Let me make it clear that my death is not a confession of guilt, on the contrary it is a radical declaration of my innocence. I just want to clear the path my son will walk in the future."
No se culpe a nadie de mi muerte: es un suicidio, una decisión voluntaria, consciente, libre y personal. #MeeToMusicosMexicanos pic.twitter.com/pEXVf6beFn
— Armando Vega Gil (@ArmandoVegaGil) April 1, 2019
The representative for Botellita de Jerez, Paola Hernandez, said she spoke with Vega Gil at around 2.00 am, some two hours before his death.
"He was really sad and pissed off, he didn't know how to clear his name. He said he wasn't guilty ... he was worried about how his son would take all this," Hernandez said during a radio interview.
Vega Gil's death sparked an acrimonious debate on Mexican social media. Some argued that if he was innocent he should have cleared his name in Mexico's justice system, while others said the court of public opinion, especially online, had already found him guilty and permanently muddied his reputation.
The Me Too campaign in Mexico, #MeeToMusicosMexicanos, responded to the musician's letter and wrote, "It is a mockery to use such a delicate subject to play the role of victim before the public rather than confront the facts. It wasn't just a witness. We made a pertinent inquiry. What a lack of respect for the victims, their voice, the public and the 17 suicides a day in Mexico."
https://twitter.com/metoomusicamx/status/1112701217078013952
Vega Gil ended his letter saying, "Don't blame anyone for my death, this suicide is a conscious, voluntary, free and personal decision. Hasta pronto."
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There are 11 hotels and 8 hotel chains in Courbevoie. 2 of them are independent hotels. Mercure is the biggest chain with 507 rooms and second biggest is Ibis (415 rooms).
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If you're at all interested in green living, you've probably taken some steps to reduce the amount of energy you use on a daily basis. This could include strategies like swapping out incandescent bulbs for energy-efficient CFLs that use a third of the energy and last ten times as long. Or perhaps you've taken stock of your energy-guzzling appliances (fridge, washer/dryer, etc.) and opted to upgrade to Energy Star models when it's time to replace them. However, you're not doing all you could be if you fail to address one of the worst offenders when it comes to home energy use: your HVAC system. And while upgrading your furnace and AC unit can cost you thousands of dollars up front, there are other changes you can make that will help you to cut your carbon footprint in the meantime. Using a programmable thermostat is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to start seeing instant savings on your heating and cooling costs. And when used in conjunction with other efforts, you stand to see a significant reduction on your monthly energy bill.
The place to start is by thinking about the kind of programmable thermostat you want. Simple models will let you create a daily schedule that rolls back usage during the hours you're away from home (at work, for example) and ramps up before you get home. But you'll have to override them on the weekends. Of course, you can also get more complex models that offer greater flexibility in scheduling, but you'll probably pay a little more for the convenience.
Next you'll need to learn how to appropriately program your thermostat to enjoy the greatest savings, and the Department of Energy has guidelines to help you out. Ideally, you thermostat should be set no higher than 68? Fahrenheit in the winter and no lower than 78?F in the summer. But that's only when you're in the house and enjoying your heated or cooled air. When you're away for the day you should program your thermostat to roll back the temperature 10-15 degrees for maximum savings. You might wonder why you shouldn't just turn the system off altogether, though.
In the winter this is obviously a bad idea since you don't want pipes to freeze and condensation to form inside your home. But what about summer? The truth is that you'll waste a lot more energy bringing your interior temperature from, say 100?F to 78?F than you will maintaining a closer temperature range. The Department of Energy standards offer the greatest overall efficiency for your home. You might also want to alter the temperature when you're asleep.
And don't forget that implementing other changes can only help to increase savings. For example, zoning your home can maximize the benefits of programmable thermostats by ensuring that hot or cold air is routed where you need it most. Instead of blasting your main floor into the arctic in order to keep your upper floor barely cool enough to stand, you can direct airflow to the upper levels while keeping lower floors comfortable. Upgraded equipment helps, as well, but if you don't have the cash on hand for this major expense, at least program your thermostat.