Last week I was very fortunate to attend the Mary Heiny Sensei Aikido seminar. Heiny Sensei is an amazing teacher who has been practicing Aikido for over forty-five years, more can be found about her amazing journey here.
By the end of the day I had left with lots of great insights into technical and philosophical aspects of Aikido, however there was one idea that really struck close to home.
During the practice, Heiny Sensei shared a tip from one of her own teachers: "When someone grabs you, don't focus where you've been grabbed. Focus on where you are free".
This piece of advice makes perfect sense from the martial arts perspective; it is also one of the most insightful pieces of "business" advice that I have ever received.
In many cases, my first reaction to this is to push back. However, everyone knows that pushing back often leads to more confrontation. You might win this one, and then end up with Pyrrhic victory by losing a client or ruining your long-term relationship. Incidentally, that is one of the first things you are taught in Aikido – you do not use force against force, you redirect it.
By focusing on where you are free, you mentally take a step back and look at the situation from a different angle. What is it that your client really wants? Is there a way to accomplish their objectives through different means? Maybe they need to meet this deadline because their boss is pushing them? When you talk to the boss, you find out what the real issue is. Now you have more options. More freedom. More opportunities.
After hearing the words phrased this way "Focus where you are free" I began to reflect on times that I may have used this tactic unknowingly.
I remember few years ago we worked with a Fortune 500 client that took over 9 months to close. They have been using our product for about 6 months when our internal champion left. A few weeks later we received a letter from the new manager. He asked for a full refund based on a fact that the company's requirements have changed. Boy, was I upset. I had already drafted my response with "hell, no" being the mildest statement, but I left it in the mailbox until the next day (Which is another great piece of advice I recommend).
The next morning I sent out an email. However, the content was changed. We offered to work with client's list of customers and vendors to find an organization who would benefit from our product and transfer the license to them.
By focusing on where we were free to move, we were able keep our Fortune 500 client happy by returning their investment and improving our bottom line by singing up a new customer who proved to be very profitable for us.
Do not focus where you have been grabbed. Focus on where you are free.
Vadim Katcherovski is the founder and CEO of Easy Projects. When he is not busy making things happen for Easy Projects' clients, he practices at Aikido Hokuryukai in Toronto, Canada.


Seriously, what would you do if this was your luggage?
A video has gone viral from an airport showing something truly remarkable. It's like the airport equivalent to tumbleweed blowing in the western wind.
The video is shot looking out into the airport's tarmac, where typically you won't see anything of note except for a few small trucks driving around and a few airplanes taking off. Not today, nope, today we get to see something you'll probably never see again.
Somehow, some way, a piece of luggage found it's way onto the tarmac, and now, it was on it's way to make a new life for itself. Clearly tired of all the traveling, this lonely piece of luggage simply wanted to get away.
The viral video shows a suitcase on wheels literally rumbling and stumbling all the way across the tarmac. It must have been a windy day because that thing picked up some serious speed.
Legend has it that the piece of luggage is still moving along as we speak.


Difference between haste and speed.
Impact of speed in the field of telecommunication and transport.
Impact on daily life, like cooking, commuting, education, entertainment and health care.
Speed is the essence of life in this modern age. • Negative aspects for the youth; Deterioration in morality; Momentary thrill can be dangerous.
Conclusion: Speed up one must, but endeavour should be to give it a proper direction.
The more haste ever the worse speed" said Winston Churchill. Indeed haste is inversely proportional to speed. for haste involves being rash, impulsive and headstrong. These are qualities that are a sure recipe for disaster. The dictionary definition of speed is 'Rapidity of movement, rate of progress or motion'. Thus the rate of movement of a vehicle, or the rate of progress in a society can be attributed to speed. It has special significance in the modern age, for one can be left behind in the race of life.
In the race of life one must keep oneself abreast of the latest developments and should not do anything in haste. This is for haste involves hurrying up while there is no such urgency if things are done speedily, for here speed is basically the rate of change. Thus speed of doing things can be accelerated by evolving new methods and technologies, without resorting to short cuts as done in haste. The last century saw revolutionary changes in virtually every sphere of life. Some changes gave new dimension to our understanding and calibration of speed, from microseconds to mili microseconds. This helped in the rapid development of space technology, launching of rockets and satellites in the space orbit.
Speed now measured in microseconds takes audio and video signals around the world. This is a tribute to man's un quenching thirst to conquer time and distance. The most visible Impact of speed is in the field of telecommunication and transport. One can speak, or send a message to people on the other side of the globe using the internet in seconds. The communication satellites help in telecasting live incident across the world on television, sets. Distances which took days or even weeks to reach; are now traversed in hours thanks aeroplanes, cars and trains.
The relentless pursuit in perfecting technology has accelerated the peace of daily life. Thus cooking food, commuting to school and office, education, entertainment health care, have all become faster and more efficient, than they were a decade ago. The microwave ovens, hotplates, cooking gas and ready to cook fast foods, have made cooking less time-consuming, giving the housewife more time to engage in more productive works. Similarly, education through audio visual aids and the internet, have hastened the learning, process. Advancement in the field of health care and medical research, has accelerated the recovery of the sick and the ailing, with some diseases being eradicated from tilt earth altogether.
The rate of change is distinctly discernible in the fashion world. It is quite common to find the rage of today, being discarded as old fashioned and outdated, the very other day. The new generation greatly enamoured by speed, take to driving jazzy bikes and snazzy cars to show off their prized possessions, often coming to grief. Others in their blind quest to keep abreast, become innocent victim to drugs, and moral depravity. One must bear in mind the old fable of the hare and the tortoise, which is just as good now as it was in bygone days. One does not win the race of life by rushing through it, but by slowly and steadily achieving milestones. It would do the youth immense good, to appreciate this and not he mesmerized by the momentary thrill of speed, that can be dangerous.
Speed of doing things, aided by technological innovations, has vastly contributed in making life pleasant and comfortable. This change is evident in every sphere of life. However some change has been for the better, making life happy, while others have led to speedy deterioration in morality and character . One must therefore accelerate the pace of development and speed in the right direction, for in the words of Mahatma Gandhi, "There is more to life than increasing its speed.


Kodak has introduced the Pic Flick print and share application for Apple's iPhone and iPod Touch.
Currently available only in the US, the free app allows users to wirelessly print images from their iPhone and iPod Touch on Kodak's recently released Wi-Fi-enabled ESP 5250 All-in-One printer or upload them on the Easyshare W820 and W1020 wireless digital frames.
Dual purpose for printing and sharing: Consumers can print pictures on a KODAK ESP 5250 AiO Printer or share them on the wireless KODAK W1020 Wireless Digital Frame directly from their Apple iPhone or iPod touch Device.
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Print photos from 2×3 to 8.5×11 inches on the Kodak ESP 5250 Wireless networking multi-function printer .
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Ideas are appreciated.

A: Was using .NET 3.5.  Updated it to .NET 4.0 and the assemblies were available.

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Will the Tax Protesters Never Learn?
Is there no end to the parade of tax protestors who actually think they can make up (or more commonly, simply repeat) specious and fallacious arguments which seemingly justify their position that income taxes are illegal, and they need not pay them?
Another recent example: James R. Garber v. Commissioner, TC Memo 2012-47, wherein the Court found for the government, concluding that the taxpayer "advanced frivolous arguments primarily for the purpose of delay and require(d) that he pay a penalty of $1,000 to the United States," and further actually warned him that larger penalties could ensue if this taxpayer were to return to the Court and advance frivolous or groundless arguments in the future!
There is a certain concept known as "professionalism" which the IRS obviously hasn't embraced.
Thank you very much for your kind recognition of the fact that CPAs have not only undergone rigorous college (and in many cases postgraduate) education, annually subject themselves to 40 hours per year (or more), typically, of continuing education in order to comply with state(s) requirements and, in most polls conducted by respected organizations, consistently rate higher than any other professionals as the most ethical of all professional advisors.
Your condescending "hope" that this letter has "heightened your awareness of your responsibilites as a tax return preparer and provided you with information on how you can meet your obligations" is most unwelcome.
If you're deliberating over whether to take the government up on its offer to allow you to- albeit by August 31, 2011, take note of a few of the draconian penalties for not doing so – which may get your attention.
Failure to file Form TD – 90-22.1 (Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts – generally referred to as "FBAR") – the greater of $100,000 or 50% of the total balance of the account, per violation.
Failure to file Form 3520-A (Annual Information Return of Foreign Trust With a U.S. Owner) – 5% of the gross value of trust assets.
Failure to file Form 5471 (Annual Information Return of U.S. Persons With Respect to Certain Foreign Corporations) – $10,000, plus an additional $10,000 for each month the failure continues beginning 90 days after the taxpayer is notified of the delinquency, up to a maximum of $50,000 per return.
Failure to file Form 5472 (Information Return of a 25% Foreign-Owned U.S. Corporation or a Foreign Corporation Engaged in a U.S. Trade or Business) – $10,000, plus an additional $10,000 for each month the failure continues beginning 90 days after the taxpayer is notified of the delinquency.
Failure to file Form 926 (Return by a U.S. Transferor of Property to a Foreign Corporation) – 10% of the value of the property transferred, up to a maximum of $100,000 per return, with no limit if the failure to report the transfer was intentional.
Failure to file Form 8865 (Return of U.S. Persons With Respect to Certain Foreign Partnerships) – $10,000, with an additional $10,000 added for each month the failure continues beginning 90 days after a taxpayer is notified of the delinquency.
And these onerous exactions over and above the "usual" penalties for failure to file, failure to pay, and fraud under IRC Section 6651.
Bottom line – the IRS is serious in letting taxpayers know that they expect all foreign arrangements to be reported, and related taxes timely paid.


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5 minutes by foot from the Old Port and 300 meters away from the famous Cours Julien. You can find all amenities nearby, restaurants, tram, subway and shops. The apartment is 3 minutes by foot from Rome street, 5 minutes from Saint Ferreol street et 6 minutes from Paradis street.


Understanding the institutional features that can improve learning outcomes and reduce inequality is a top priority for international and development organizations around the world. Economists appear to have a good case for support to non-governmental alternatives as suppliers of schooling. However, unlike other policy domains, freer international trade or privatization, economists have been remarkably unsuccessful in promoting the adoption of this idea. We develop a simple general positive model of why governments typically produce schooling which introduces the key notion of the lack of verifiability of socialization and instruction of beliefs, which makes third party contracting for socialization problematic. We use the model to explain variations around the world in levels of private schooling. We also predict the circumstances in which efforts to promote the different alternatives to government production – like charter, voucher, and scholarship - are likely to be successful.


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When you participate in Walk MS, the funds you raise give hope to the more than 7,000 people living with MS in our community. The dollars raised support life-changing programs and cutting-edge research. We've been walking since 1988 and have raised more than $10 million dollars to help support people living with MS.


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We love the USA! Yea! And to continue on our fun USA studies, we made some fun printable US Activity Coloring Pages! Then we made it an awesome book to keep as a memento. So take a look at our Tour of the USA activity!
Remember to visit our resources hub for printable flags activities and lessons ! It is full of wonderful hands-on ideas for you to use at home.
This time, for our Tour of the USA, we read these books below. They are a lot of fun and we especially love the drawing of the USA. if a book interests you, just click on it for more information.
This is a fun set of printable US activity coloring pages! They include important monuments, Historical places, popular Presidents and other US highlights! They are all great! First, we printed them out in black and white and cut them individually.
Then I stapled the pages together to make a little booklet! This is so fun because kids will enjoy having this booklet to learn and review important things about the USA. My daughter was excited to have this booklet and was happily coloring the pages.
She keeps it next to her bed and she flips through it when she is going to sleep. She's so proud of her work! I love it when kids enjoy doing activities where they learn, too!
Now it's your turn! Enter your email address below and check your inbox! The file for this printable will be right there waiting to be downloaded!
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These vintage wooden earrings are laser cut with wood-printed finish while affixed to rhodium plated earring posts. They make great unique gifts ideal for birthdays or for a close friend. Surprise someone in your life with these quirky earrings!
Wood printing may varies slightly, so no two are exactly alike but equally awesome! Life's too short to wear boring jewellery!


Founded in 1993, Superworld Electronics has since evolved into an established manufacturer of magnetic products with a solid foundation in manufacturing technology and years of experience in innovation.
Having its major manufacturing facilities in Taiwan, China and Myanmar and headquarters in Singapore allows Superworld to have a strong presence in the Asian region.
There is no substitute of having the right people and it is a necessity in Superworld today's success. Our management team comprised of highly skilled individuals that has business acumen with technical savvy.
Superworld Singapore participated the APEC's 2018 Trade Show in San Antonio, Texas, USA on 4th till 8th of March.
Superworld Singapore participated the 5th year of Wearable Technology Show in London,UK on 13th & 14th of March.


I'm working on a very exciting opportunity for a Tax Manager to take the step up to Senior with an excellent Newport Practice!!
This mid-sized firm with 50 staff is growing a fantastic reputation for growing and developing a high level of quality staff across Tax, Audit and Accounts. Focusing on a Junior team of graduates supported by an experienced and knowledgeable Senior Management team, they have an atmosphere perfect for your own personal development.
They are looking for a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager, depending on the candidate, to join the existing team of 15. You must be qualified with 5-10 years post-qualification experience and be working in a stand alone Tax department within practice. If you have great knowledge and excellent inter-personal skills, you will be provided with the tools to develop your team to the level that fits your standards.
Excellent bonus scheme and benefits as well as flexibility within work and ongoing training and development mean this role is very much suited to someone who wants to continue developing but also has the experience that a role this level befits.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Peter Gillet now.


The Government established the Public Sector Pay Commission (PSPC) in October 2016 in response to trade union pressure to unwind the post-crash public sector pay cuts. However, the PSPC's report, which was published last week, doesn't make any recommendations, confining itself to advising the Government in advance of the upcoming public sector pay negotiations.
Public sector pay and pensions will cost €20.3bn in 2017, almost two-fifths of total current public spending. Total employment in the public sector now runs at 330,000 with a further 53,000 people working in the semi-states.
There is a huge disparity in the pay and pensions of public and private sector workers. Average private sector pay was €658 per week (€34,325 per year) at the end of 2016. By comparison average public sector pay was 40pc higher at €922 per week (€50,000 per year).
Private sector workers will also receive far less generous pensions when they retire. Only a third of private sector workers belong to any kind of pension plan, mostly less generous defined contribution schemes.
Any comparison between public and private sector pay levels is complicated by the fact that many public sector workers, doctors, teachers, nurses, etc, tend to be better-qualified than most private sector workers. The PSPC report states that: "By 2014 average public service earnings were approaching parity with private sector earnings when account is taken of differences in educational qualifications, experience and a number of other relevant employee and employer characteristics".
Some independent economists estimate that better qualifications only partially explain higher public sector pay. In a report published last March, Davy Stockbrokers economist Conall Mac Coille wrote that: "At most, around half of this pay gap...can be attributed to differences in education, experience, qualifications and other factors."
International comparisons would seem to support Mac Coille, with most Irish public sector workers very well paid by UK and mainland European standards.
In the UK average private sector wages are £26,200 (€31,000 a year), almost the same as public sector wages of £26,300 (€31,100). This means that average public and private sector pay in the UK is broadly similar to Irish private sector pay.
Irish public sector pay rates also seem high by comparison with the rest of Europe. Figures published by the EU's statistical agency Eurostat show that Irish education workers were the highest paid in the eurozone in 2014 with average annual earnings of more than €56,000 as against a eurozone average of just €34,000, with Irish public administration workers also the best paid in the eurozone with annual earnings of almost €52,000 as against an average of €36,000.
Teachers, nurses and doctors have been among the most vocal in complaining about their pay. However, OECD data indicates that, far from being badly paid, they are in fact extremely well paid. Irish hospital consultants earn almost twice the OECD average and are top of the international pay league while our nurses earn a third more than the OECD average and rank in fourth place.
It's a similar story with our teachers. In 2014 an Irish primary school teacher at the top of the salary scale earned the equivalent of $64,500 (€59,300). The OECD average is just $51,200 (€47,100) and the EU average of $49,500 (€45,500). Secondary school teachers, probably the most vocal of all public sectors workers, are also very well paid by international standards, earning the equivalent of $65,100 (€59,900) compared to OECD average of up to $56,100 (€51,600) and an EU average of up to $54,900 (€50,500).
These comparatively high salaries are supplemented by extremely generous defined benefit pensions. Until 2013, retiring public sector workers received a pension based on a percentage (up to 50pc for a worker with 40 years service) of their final salary. These pensions are hugely valuable, with Davy's Mac Coille calculating that the purchase price of an annuity delivering an annual income of €22,000 would be €1m. For the secondary school teacher at the top of the scale retiring on an annual pension of just over €29,400, that translates into a pension pot with a capital value of €1.3m.
For post-2013 entrants, public sector pensions will be based on career average earnings rather than final salary. Even these less-generous pensions will still be extremely valuable, with Mac Coille putting the purchase price of an annuity paying €11,000 a year at €590,000. Despite this the PSCP report places a value of just 12-18pc of salary on pre-2013 public sector pensions and no value of post-2013 pensions.
"We have called for the issue of public sector pensions to be addressed. The existing pension deduction should be made permanent. There is also a need for a substantial additional contribution", says Ibec director of employer relations Maeve McElwee.


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At Guardian, we are seeking to enrich the lives of the children and families who attend our centres. One way to achieve this is through the development of a philanthropic spirit. If the children of today learn about the benefits of helping others, then this is likely to follow them into later life.
The environment of tomorrow, in which our children will live, is dependent on how we manage the environment of today. Unless we start using less of the world's finite resources, the needs of our growing population is likely to put tomorrow's environment at risk.
While this is a long-term strategy, our immediate goals are to reduce electricity consumption at centre level and to purchase more environmentally sustainable supplies.
To maintain a clear focus on our sustainability goals, we have a Sustainability Officer at each centre whose role is to help make their centre more sustainable.


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Author Takes on Alzheimer's Disease in Debut Novel
March 4, 2015 March 3, 2015 / Desiree Smith-Daughety	/ 5 Comments
I introduce to you Ellen Smith, debut author of Reluctant Cassandra. I had the opportunity for an advance read, and it is an intriguing story (and includes a cute dog!) that I thoroughly enjoyed. Ellen takes on big issues, drilling down to what they mean on a very personal level. Here's more:
What is Reluctant Cassandra about?
Unwilling clairvoyant Arden McCrae must learn to stop avoiding her visions of the future and tackle life head-on. As her family and her town begin to fall apart, Arden discovers the strength she never knew she had.
Would you say this is a book about change, then, and how we handle change?
I would say so- in fact, I'd take it one step further. I think the book explores the conflict of when to move forward versus when to fight for what you had. Each of the characters explores that dilemma to some degree, and Arden most of all.
Does Arden use her clairvoyance as a crutch?
In some ways she does! Arden has visions of the future, but she also has the ability to sense the truth about the past. She runs the local antique store, and we see her depending on her ability to hear the stories behind her antiques in order to make sales. Arden is much more uncomfortable with her visions of the future, though!
Julianne Moore just won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award and several others for her role in Still Alice. What do you think surprises people the most about Alzheimer's disease?
I think the most surprising thing is how different the effects of Alzheimer's can be from one person to another. A number of people have said they were surprised by how quickly (or how slowly) their loved ones progressed through each stage. Others were very surprised by the personality changes their loved one went through while dealing with the confusion and frustration of living with Alzheimer's.
What intrigued you about this disease that made you want to write about it?
When I first thought of Arden's character, I wanted to see how she would react to a situation where she was moving forward but someone she loved was sliding back into the past. When I started doing research on Alzheimer's disease and how it affected the patient and the whole family, the characters really started to develop.
Reluctant Cassandra will be available June, 2015. Visit Ellen Smith at http://ellensmithwrites.com/.

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"Hello, Spotify here. We wanted to let you know that the email address on your Spotify account has changed recently. Your previous email address was: *snip* It's now: *snip* If you meant to do that, then no worries. It's business as usual for you. If this wasn't you, email us at account-details-changed@spotify.com to let us know. We'll look into what's happened"
i dont have change any email address. so i can believe that my account was hacked ?
are the account-details-changed@spotify.com can be trusted ?
These types of mails can be trusted.
However, if you feel you need an extra verification, you can provide some screenshots and i'll confirm it for you.
In addition, if your account is unreachable and you're having issues logging in please use this contact page to have support take a closer look at your account.


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How Does Trump Coin Work – The Truth Exposed
If you are a fan of President Donald Trump and wish to reveal your support, you may think about buying a Trump coin. Despite the fact that the president has actually not yet minted a brand-new coin, the US Mint is currently providing $1 gold coins to celebrate the president.
It's possible that you're not knowledgeable about this truth, so let's take a look at some of the facts about Trump's presidential dollar coins.
The previous first lady of the United States, Melania Trump, has announced the launch of a new non-fungible token (NFT) venture. This NFT platform will include a series of digital collectibles. It will also include physical art work and a distinctive accessory.
According to a statement provided by her workplace, the collection is designed to highlight "renowned moments" from the administration of President Donald Trump. In addition to the collection of NFTs, the former first lady stated the earnings will be utilized to help kids aging out of foster care. She will contribute an unspecified total up to the effort.
The NFT will be sold through a payment platform called MoonPay. Charge card payments will be accepted. Payments utilizing the SOL cryptocurrency will also be accepted.
The collection will be sold for a rate of $50 per token. Each NFT will feature a picture of the previous first lady's blue eyes. An audio recording of her voice will accompany the images. They will be available for purchase between Dec. 16 and Dec. 31.
In December, the previous first lady announced that she would be selling NFTs on her new platform. While the sale went smoothly, the task has faced criticism. Some have actually called it a rip-off while others questioned her motives.
Melania Trump started her modeling career at age sixteen. She has actually appeared in many high-profile advertising campaign. Her latest NFT venture is her very first openly revealed undertaking since leaving the White House.
She has mentioned that she was "influenced" by the American spirit. She thinks that the NFT is a way to return to children aging out of foster care. However, her press contact has actually not responded to concerns about contributions.
In addition to releasing NFTs on her website, the former first lady is likewise developing a series of ad campaigns. She points out the Be Best effort as the factor for developing her NFTs. As part of the project, she will be donating a portion of the proceeds to the National Foster Care Association.
Aside from her new NFT venture, the previous first lady has actually introduced a line of handcrafted Christmas ornaments.
For all of his flaws, Cawthorn has actually proven to be a gentleman of the highest order. He's been a great sport in the media and has supposedly even rolled the dice on the odd job in the past.
Among his more notable achievements is the reality that he's been named to your home of Representatives as one of the most eligible men in the land. That implies, as the old stating goes, there's no informing what he'll be carrying out in the next 4 years.
If he's fortunate, Cawthorn could be relegated to the minors for the remainder of the years. Not a bad deal for a guy with a studful of trophies to his name. Besides, a little bit of hyphy is never ever a bad thing.
When it comes to the rest people, we're a little concerned with the possibility of a lil ditty like Cawthorn in our middle. Fortunately for us, he's not the only shady congressional alumno on the loose.
The US Mint started providing Presidential $1 coins in 2007. This series honors former United States presidents. They are golden colored and feature a portrait of the former president on the obverse and an image of the Statue of Liberty on the reverse. A slogan, "IN GOD WE TRUST", is inscribed on the edge of these coins.
These coins are indicated to be utilized in vending machines, parking meters, and other areas where they can be acquired. The Federal Reserve Banks disperse the coins to their members, banks, and cooperative credit union.
A group of authorities consulted with the United States Mint to talk about production, product packaging, circulation, and other issues. Based upon this feedback, the Federal Reserve developed methods for future issuance and management of the coins. In the past, commemorative flowing coin programs have experienced obstacles. To avoid comparable problems, the Federal Reserve has performed marketing research and has met the Mint to develop a program.
The Federal Reserve has actually included feedback from other commemorative distributing coin programs into its technique for the Presidential $1 Coin Program. It has actually also executed modifications to its circulation practices, which include automated messages for depository organizations. Eventually, the Federal Reserve will determine the level of demand for the coins prior to determining how to manage them.
The very first coin to be issued under the Presidential $1 Coin Act was the George Washington coin. It was launched 2 weeks prior to the John Adams coin was released.
This was the very first in a series of 4 one dollar coins to be released each year. The designs on these coins have changed gradually. A few of the previous coins have featured the motto, "IN GOD WE TRUST," on the obverse. Because 2009, the slogan has been moved to the obverse of all presidential dollar coins.
The Presidential $1 Coin Program has launched a number of marketing products. It has carried out outreach to local services, schools, and customer groups. There are free academic products available for anyone thinking about the coins.
Nevertheless, it will be up to the Mint to deal with these companies and schools to make sure that these brand-new coins get the public attention and media coverage that they should have.
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As one of the most popular Christmas trees among real trees, our Balsam Fir artificial Christmas tree lives up to the reputation of its live counterpart. Strong needles adorn long offshoots for a realistic look. With its pyramidal profile, the Balsam Fir artificial tree makes an excellent foyer tree, and is ideal in smaller or tighter spaces.
A stunning tree, perfect as a foyer focal point!


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Q: In an integrated, multi-org implementation, how does the default SF "EmailOptOut" button work? Ok, I have two MC business units attached to one CRM instance. Both BUs are set for "Unsubscribe subscribers from this business unit only." But Salesforce only has ONE EmailOptOut field on the Contact record. If I want to create separate preference centers for each, is it as simple as just creating another EmailOptOut field on the Contact record and using that for the second business unit? Is there anything inherent in the standard EmailOptOut field that I'm missing?
As I understand it, that field will keep people from being included on a SFS report or campaign, but does not necessarily affect MC subscriber status. Just trying to figure out what role it plays in a multi-org situation.

A: single org behavior is linked in the comment above.
Multi-Org SFMC setups, as well as multiple BUs in Single Org (there is no difference in this regard) simply do not work with the standard MC Connect offering.
In the words of the documentation

"Marketing Cloud Connect does not support business unit-level unsubscribes for Enterprise 2.0 accounts. Subscribers are included in the All Subscribers list at the enterprise level and unsubscribed from all business units in the enterprise"

Source: https://help.salesforce.com/articleView?id=mc_co_unsubscribes.htm&type=5
As you rightly state, there is only one "HasOptedOutOfEmail" field. In a multi BU setup, what actually happens is the following:
No matter where you unsubscribe, and no matter what setting that BU has, any logUnsubEvent unsubscription will set this field to "true". I have tested this and documented it step by step because the first time I saw it, I couldn't believe it (and the docs weren't so explicit at the time).
The alternative is not to stop using LogUnsubEvent, though, as this is the only way your unsubs create statistics, work with Einstein etc. Also, it is the only way you stay consistent with other standards - no matter your custom implementation, List-unsubscribe Header in Commercial Emails will keep logging unsub events and will keep setting "HasOptedOutOfEmail" to true. So you can't really stop it from reoccuring. I have no official statistics on this, but I checked in some implementations and saw up to 10% list-unsubscriptions, so this does carry some weight.
So the alternative - in my book - must be to let the connector do its thing quietly, forget about the standard field, potentially hide it, forget about campaigns and reports for sendout segmentation, create a custom preference center and make sure your permissions are still logged (LogUnsubevent), tracked etc. in a custom implementation.
If you do not want or cannot stop using campaigns and reports for sendout segmentation, then make sure that this implementation also controls "HasOptedOutOfEmail" and reverts it to "false" after keeping track of your unsubscriptions and enforcing their intended effect (a more targeted unsubscription) in other ways.


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Q: Is it possible to \include .tex files from other directories? I want to use the command \include to include a .tex file which is not in the same directory as the main .tex file.
Is this possible? I have not found any information about it, and this:

\include{/myuser/Desktop/mydir/mytex}

does not work.
Note that I am under Debian Wheezy.

A: As egreg has pointed out, TeX is disallowed writing in directories above the current one or those specified with an absolute path.
Relative paths are alowed, so we could do it by using

\include{mydir/mytex}

Provided mydir is located in the same directory as the main .tex file.


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package com.desperate.common;

import java.io.IOException;
import java.io.ObjectOutputStream;
import java.io.Serializable;
import java.lang.reflect.Field;

import javax.crypto.Mac;
import javax.crypto.spec.SecretKeySpec;

public abstract class Message implements Serializable {

	private static final long serialVersionUID = -7388046942771669624L;

	public Long timestamp;

	public String remoteHMAC;

	/**
	 * Gets a string representative of the whole message, to be hashed with {@link #computeHMAC(String)}. The hash will assure the integrity of this
	 * info, and nothing else.
	 *

	 * This should include the timestamp. It's up to the subclass to implement this correctly.
	 *
	 * @return String with all info that needs integrity check
	 */
	public abstract String getStringToHMAC();

	/**
	 * Computes the HMAC of this message, as it is. This is implemented in {@link #Message} and is final: subclasses cannot change it. To set what
	 * information should enter the digest, override the {@link #getStringToHMAC()} method.
	 *

	 * To verify integrity, the resulting HMAC should be checked against the {@link #remoteHMAC} received.
	 *
	 * @param secret
	 *            Secret to be used in the HMAC
	 * @return The HMAC of the message
	 */
	public final String computeHMAC(String secret) {

		String type = "HmacSHA256";

		try {
			SecretKeySpec secretKey = new SecretKeySpec(secret.getBytes(Utilities.charset), type);
			Mac mac = Mac.getInstance(type);
			mac.init(secretKey);

			String plainString = getStringToHMAC();

			byte[] bytes = mac.doFinal(plainString.getBytes(Utilities.charset));

			return new String(bytes, Utilities.charset);

		} catch (Exception e) {

			e.printStackTrace();
			throw new RuntimeException(e);
		}
	}

	public boolean verifyTimestamp(Long tolerance) {

		boolean isValid = timestamp > System.currentTimeMillis() - tolerance;

		return isValid;
	}

	/**
	 * Sends the message through the specified stream. The stream is assumed to have been connected to a socket.
	 *
	 * @param socketStream
	 */
	public void send(ObjectOutputStream socketStream) {

		try {
			socketStream.writeObject(this);

			System.out.println(this.toString());

			/*
			if (this.remoteHMAC == null)
				System.out.println("Warning: message sent without HMAC.");*/

		} catch (IOException e) {

			System.out.println("Could not send message.");
			e.printStackTrace();
		}
	}

	@Override
	public String toString() {
		StringBuilder result = new StringBuilder();
		String newLine = System.getProperty("line.separator");

		result.append(this.getClass().getSimpleName());
		result.append(" object {");
		result.append(newLine);

		// determine fields declared in this class only (no fields of superclass)
		Field[] fields = this.getClass().getFields();

		// print field names paired with their values
		for (Field field : fields) {

			if (field.getName().contains("key") || field.getName().contains("password") || field.getName().contains("HMAC"))
				continue;

			result.append("  ");
			try {
				result.append(field.getName());
				result.append(": ");
				// requires access to private field:
				result.append(field.get(this));
			} catch (IllegalAccessException ex) {
			}
			result.append(newLine);
		}
		result.append("}\n");

		return result.toString();
	}

}

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Home News Ugandan president reappoints son as head of special forces
Ugandan president reappoints son as head of special forces
Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has reappointed his eldest son, Lt Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba as the head of Uganda's Special Forces Command, an elite unit with the responsibility of guarding the president and first family.
Gen Kainerugaba has had a meteoric rise through the ranks of the army, having trained at the British academy Sandhurst and other military programmes in the US, Egypt and South Africa.
He also serves as presidential advisor on special operations and regains his position as head of the special forces command, after more than a decade.
The move is part of a wider reshuffle within security agencies.
The former head of Uganda's military operations in Somalia, Maj Gen Paul Lokech becomes Deputy Chief of Police.
He has been credited for success in the fight against al-Shabab in 2011 and 2012.
The man who oversaw recent violence in Kampala and the death of more than 50 people after the arrest of presidential candidate Bobi Wine, Maj Gen Sabiiti Muzeeyi, has been reassigned to army headquarters for redeployment.
The reshuffle comes less than a month before what is expected to be a fiercely contested presidential election, in which President Museveni is looking to extend his rule to four decades.
The Ugandan government has come under sharp criticism in the last few weeks with threats of US sanctions against some senior security officials following the killings.
A senior minister has however defended the actions of security agencies during the protests.- BBC
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Last Saturday was amazing. It started off a bit rocky…remember a few months ago when that strange man proposed to me on my way to brunch with Atlanta friends Amy & Chris? Well, I was at the same place again, (seriously, their biscuits and gravy are to die for) waiting for Vicky (my supervisor from my Atlanta job) and Dawn (Vicky's supervisor from her job prior to her last job) – ok does that make any sense? Probably not. Anyways, I was waiting for them at the restaurant bar at noon. Not 9 p.m. So this guy sidles up to me and just starts going on and on about how wonderful I am. He was at least 65 – minimum. He said, "I just can't believe you're here. I can't believe I'm so lucky." He wanted to buy me a drink, take me to a play… probably marry me. Must be the neighborhood, right?
So that was the only weird part of the day -- well I shouldn't say the only weird part. Most of the day was weird but in a totally spontaneous, fun, unusual way! Vicky signed us up (plus two of Dawn's associates from California) for this tour – Accomplice: NY. She'd seen Doogie Howser raving about it on Regis & Kelly so we decided to give it a whirl.
I must underscore that I am giving this tour my highest endorsement! It was just about the most fun you could have on a drizzly Saturday afternoon and the best $50 I've spent in a while. I can't give you any details of the scavenger hunt/mystery show/tour though without spoiling the surprise but I can, however, give you a glimpse into the day's funtivities using a time-honored literary device – the MadLib.
On Saturday, a mysterious, deep-voiced man called Dawn's cell phone and said meet me at the place by the place. After taking the most harrowing cab ride ever with Dawn and Vicky, (literally, Vicky laugh-cried on the phone with her husband en route) we arrived at the top secret meeting destination. We waited around a moment, when name the shady occupation found us. He was dressed in a article of clothing and he began to verb our adjective mission.
We were to deliver four nouns to name, but we had to find our way to the main drop-off point first. With the rain spitting on and off, we visited a cool location with items of clothing hanging from the ceiling. We had to solve several puzzles and ended up meeting with a adjective man, a adjective man and a adjective man at various locations. We wandered through NYC neighborhood and had to purchase a noun for number dollars from a adjective man. Then we had to carry it to another location and give it to a adjective man. We were told not to trust anyone, and not to give the mission away, so we were suspicious of everyone we came across. Eventually, after several hours, several miles and several hysterical experiences, we ended up at place where we met name, a occupation. She was once on TV Show. It was there we completed our mission successfully and collected our reward!
I wish I could tell you all about it because it was so much fun, but you'll just have to trust me! Thanks, Doogie!


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Public Health Committee Forwards Bill To Increase Smoking Age to 21
by Bhumika Choudhary March 26, 2018, 1:52 pm January 21, 2021, 5:54 pm
Sen. Heather Somers co-chairs the Public Health Committee (Courtesy of CT-N.com)
HARTORD, CT — The Public Health Committee took the first step in raising the legal age to purchase tobacco to 21 by sending the measure to the Senate.
The votes were held open until 5 p.m. but a majority of the members voted to approve the bill, SB 164. The committee eventually voted 22-4 in favor of the bill with one member absent.
Rep. Prasad Srinivasan, R-Glastonbury, was the only committee member to vocally express objection to the bill. Srinivasan said he was concerned that the grandfather language in the bill creates two tiers of individuals: those who turn 18 prior to Oct. 1, 2018 and those who don't.
The bill says anyone who turns 18 prior to Oct. 1, 2018 would be allowed to purchase tobacco products.
"This was brought to us as a compromise from the American Cancer Society," Sen. Heather Somers, R-Groton, said.
She said proponents felt the legislation might have a better chance if it allowed those who were already purchasing tobacco to continue, just like the state did when it raised the drinking age from 18 to 21.
Connecticut residents testified during a public hearing last week that the bill was necessary to help prevent the loss of life to tobacco. According to the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, 4,900 adults will die in Connecticut from smoking this year — 13 per day.
"Tobacco use causes so much harm in our society, harm that is avoidable," New Haven resident Abigail Roth said. "The best way to avoid it is to make it harder for kids to get addicted to tobacco."
Roth testified that the bill should ban tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to keep the adolescent smoking rates low. The bill includes banning vapor products and electronic cigarette liquids.
Last year, a similar bill never made it through the General Assembly. The primary argument was the state would lose $43 million in tax revenue as a result.
But this year, Connecticut may join the five states including New Jersey, Maine, Oregon, California, and Hawaii that have raised their tobacco sales to 21.
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, the American Heart Association, the American Lung Association, and the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids will join with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Connecticut on March 28 at the state Capitol to support raising the age for tobacco products to 21.


I had a great opportunity come my way this past December. CFTV was putting together a new show called The Write Stuff hosted by Veronique Mandal which would focus on two different writers each episode and they were looking to do a horror themed episode. Guess who got the call? My friend, and fellow horror writer, Mick Ridgewell was also invited to take part.
I was given directions to a small building located in Leamington ON, which, if you've been to Leamington, a metropolis it is not. So after cruising down a pitch black Highway 3, in the rain, I was convinced that the whole thing was an evil ploy to get me into the middle of nowhere and kill me. However, since I have no life insurance policy (which eliminates my wife, who, let's face it, is the only person who probably wants me dead), and not a ton of enemies, I figured I should continue on.
Sure enough the directions turned out to be accurate and I found myself at the CFTV station. A brief introduction to the man in charge and the television crew followed and then I was in the green room (although it wasn't actually green) and talking to show host Veronique Mandal.
Soon after Mick arrived (fashionably late), and we got down to business.
I've done interviews before, but they were always short things on the radio or for newspapers. This was something altogether different. I was going to be talking one-on-one with the host for nearly half of the show's runtime.
After several mic checks, which was awkward because I was required to talk continuously about random things until they could figure it out, we began. Veronique dove into the questions (which centered on my first book, The Space Between Houses) and away we went.
I felt like I handled myself well, but was not trusting in my own gut (sizeable though it may be) and decided that I would wait until I actually saw the episode before I told anybody about it.
After my segment, I got to sit off to the side as Mick entered the hot seat. It was interesting seeing the show from that angle. The room was completely backed out except for the set and it produced a voyeuristic sensation within me (nothing sexual here, although Mick is a fine looking fellow).
Once the tapping was finished, we took a couple photos, chatted for a bit and were on our way.
Me and mick ended up at a nearby McDonalds for a late night snack, and then returned to our regularly scheduled lives.
Flash forward to last week when the episode finally aired. The Write Stuff was broadcast across Canada…for Bell ExpressVu customers only. Since I don't have Bell ExpressVu, I missed it. Thankfully, I was sent an email from CFTV and some handy Youtube links to boot.
I was very hesitant to actually watch it. This is because I've decided that not only do I sound ridiculous, I also look stupid as well (I believe I described my physical appearance in such things to my wife as, it looks like my fat face is trying to eat my features). And even though I feel this is still true, I don't appear as awful as I feared so I chalk it up as a win.


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RAW Preview For Tonight & An Update On Blizzard Travel Issues
Wrestling NewsWWE News
– Tonight's episode of WWE RAW will take place from the Times Union Center in Albany, New York.
No matches have been announced yet, but local advertising for the show has been promoting John Cena and Randy Orton vs. Wade Barrett and The Miz with Michael Cole as the special guest referee as the dark match main event.
Over the weekend, WWE creative discussed Nexus and Wade Barrett returning to television tonight. They were kept off last week's show to sell the beatings they too at the hands of John Cena at the TLC pay-per-view.
One issue that may come into play tonight is the massive blizzard that hit the North East on Sunday and whether all of the RAW superstars will be able to make it to the arena. Several superstars and Divas were unable to make Sunday's WWE live event at Madison Square Garden, which resulted in a bunch of last-minute substitutions. WWE's production trucks are reportedly at the Times Union Center already, but all of the talent getting there is a different story.
(Partial Sources: f4wonline.com, pwinsider.com)


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Transfer club at Oakland's Merritt College…
Transfer club at Oakland's Merritt College helps students navigate path to universities
Merritt College student Emilio Hernandez, right, speaks to classmates and faculty members during a meeting of Club Altazor on Monday, May, 6, 2013 in Oakland, Calif. Duran started the club to help his community college students figure out how to transfer to top universities. (Aric Crabb/Bay Area News Group)
Merritt College president Norma Ambriz-Galaviz, left, and professor Claudio Duran, right, speak to students and faculty members during a meeting of Club Altazor on Monday, May, 6, 2013 in Oakland, Calif. Duran started the club to help his community college students figure out how to transfer to top universities. (Aric Crabb/Bay Area News Group)
Merritt College professor Claudio Duran, right, speaks to students and faculty members during a meeting of Club Altazor on Monday, May, 6, 2013 in Oakland, Calif. Duran started the club to help his community college students figure out how to transfer to top universities. (Aric Crabb/Bay Area News Group)
By Katy Murphy | Bay Area News Group
PUBLISHED: May 17, 2013 at 2:42 p.m. | UPDATED: August 12, 2016 at 5:18 p.m.
OAKLAND — The club's mascot is an animated Spanglish-speaking Chihuahua that says, "Yo quiero transfer."
He got his wish, and then some. University acceptance letters have rained down on a group of students at Oakland's Merritt College who have guided one another — with the inspiration of a dedicated professor — through the frustrating and complicated process of transferring from community college to a four-year school.
At a college with a transfer rate typically below 20 percent, all but one of the 18 club members who applied are headed to universities. Fourteen are going to a selective UC campus.
"We all want the same thing, but why is it so difficult?" said Alba Lopez, one of eight members who will start at UC Berkeley in the fall.
Guidance is in short supply at California's community colleges, where funding for advising, tutoring and other student support services was chopped in half during the economic downturn. But Professor Claudio Duran and his students found a low-cost solution to help aspiring transfers find their way: a support group.
"I think doing it alone is the hardest thing," said Eduardo Chaidez, who was also accepted to UC Berkeley. "You're just completely lost."
Duran, who teaches U.S. history, English and Latin American studies at Merritt College, started the club two years ago because students had been flooding him with questions about transferring. The Chilean-born composer and documentary filmmaker said he knew what was possible, because he attended community college in Oakland before transferring to UC Berkeley and earning an advanced degree at Stanford University.
He named the club Altazor, a word invented by a poet from his native country to describe illuminating a path to knowledge. Soon, the group grew to about 30 students.
"The counselors do as much as they can," Duran said, "but obviously it's not enough."
Each year, more than 100,000 students flock to California's community colleges with the hope of transferring to four-year institutions. Only about a quarter of them make the leap within four years. The reasons behind that statistic are many, from a lack of academic preparation to the formidable balancing act that some students manage with work, study and family. But the notoriously complex transfer process hasn't helped. With its countless deadlines and a different set of requirements for each university campus and major, the path to a bachelor's degree is often hard to see.
Change is underway to make the move clearer, smoother and faster. The Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act, which took effect in 2011, requires California's community colleges to develop transfer degrees that correspond with the most popular state university majors. Students who complete them will be guaranteed admission as a junior on a Cal State campus — without any extra course requirements on either end.
The development is a hopeful one along a road fraught with obstacles. In recent years, students faced a moving target as colleges froze spring transfer admissions or stiffened requirements to ration slots — all while community colleges cut back on classes and academic counseling.
But the state had low transfer rates long before the economy went south, said Colleen Moore, a researcher at Sacramento State's Institute for Higher Education Leadership & Policy.
"You're essentially taking a group of students that is probably the least informed and the most likely to be the first in their families to go to college, and you're putting them in institutions that have made this super complex for students to follow," Moore said.
That's where student outreach comes in. The PUENTE Project — started by faculty at Hayward's Chabot College and now at dozens of high schools and community colleges in the Bay Area — helps beginning college students make the transition. And Merritt College's transfer club takes its students a step further.
Each Monday, the group meets in a brightly painted room with a mural of Frida Kahlo and inspirational quotes from Frederick Douglass, Dolores Huerta and Cornel West. Over pizza, Duran tells the students about transfer guarantee programs with UC and Cal State, and he makes sure they are on top of their deadlines. He encourages them to study as much and work as little as possible, and to apply to top universities.
Together, they come up with strategies to set their applications apart, joining honor societies and editing one another's personal statements — a dozen times, if necessary. Duran urges them to appeal if they aren't accepted the first time.
Some members of the group, with Duran's encouragement, took courses at UC Berkeley while still at Merritt and were inspired by their success.
After doing well in an art history course and a Latin American studies course, Chaidez said, "I was like, 'I can make it here.'"
Chaidez isn't exactly new to UC Berkeley. Before dropping out of his chaotic Oakland high school, he would sometimes cut class with his friends and hang out on the college campus, soaking in all "the hustle and bustle" and pretending he was a student himself.
"I felt," he said, "like I never would get in."
Follow Katy Murphy at Twitter.com/katymurphy.
NAVIGATING THE transfer PROCESS
California's new Associate Degrees for Transfer make the process of transferring to a Cal State school faster and simpler. Learn more about how it works at http://adegreewithaguarantee.com.
Seven UC campuses have a transfer guarantee program: http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/transfer/guarantee.
Learn more about the Altazor transfer club at Oakland's Merritt College here: http://www.clubaltazor.com.
ALTAZOR's success
Here's where students from Claudio Duran's transfer club at Merritt College are headed:
UC Berkeley: Eight students
UC Santa Cruz: Three students
San Francisco State
Humboldt State
Mills College
Source: Altazor Club
Ask Amy: I'm a winner, and it annoys my best friend
Ask Amy: I'm a winner, and it annoys my best friend
Dear Abby: Should I give her the ring she wants, though I'm not sure I'll marry her?
Dear Abby: Should I give her the ring she wants, though I'm not sure I'll marry her?
Dear Abby: I panicked and wrecked our new marriage. Is there any hope?
Dear Abby: My fiancé tells me his exes are still waiting for him
Harriette Cole: My boyfriend is adamant we should live together
Ask Amy: I was honest about how much he hurt me, and he shrugged it off
Travel to Hawaii during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go
Miss Manners: They acted all superior and made rude comments about us
Tearful teen says accused Los Gatos 'party mom' 'robbed me of my innocence'
Katy Murphy | State government reporter
Katy Murphy is based in Sacramento and covers state government for The Mercury News and East Bay Times, a beat she took on in January 2017. Before that, she was the news organization's higher education reporter, writing about UC, CSU, community colleges and private colleges. Long ago, she covered Oakland schools and other K-12 education issues.
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The Nikon 1 J4 grows the range of portable Nikon 1 system cameras and adopts a new body style with an aluminum housing. The speedy Nikon 1 J4 compact camera is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, the Nikon 1 J3, and features a CX-format 18.4 MP CMOS sensor (as used in the big brother Nikon 1 V3, minus a low-pass filter) and an Expeed 4A image processor. The sensor and image processor work together to produce high-resolution still imagery and full HD 1080p video recording with notable low-light sensitivity to ISO 12800.
The Nikon 1 J4 comes also with an improved Hybrid AF System, which has 171 contrast detect and 105 phase-detect points ant that is fast, precise and controllable. The advanced hybrid system oscillates between contrast- and phase-detection focusing focusing methods depending on the detected scene type. The phase-detection focusing method and the processing power allow a continuous shooting up to an impressive 60 fps.
A large 3.0″ 1,037k-dot touchscreen is available for intuitive navigation in the menu as well as for employing touch focus and shutter release controls. A built-in Wi-Fi connectivity system is also present on the J4 and enables to instantly share images from the digital camera to iOS or Android mobile device.
The Nikon 1 J4 is available in silver, white, black and metallic orange.
Nikon 1 J4 specs:
Sensor: 18.4 MP; CX-format CMOS sensor; 13.2mm x 8.8mm
Lens mount: Nikon 1 mount
Storage: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC memory card
File format: still images – JPEG, RAW + JPEG; movies – MOV (H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Codec)
Sensitivity: ISO 160 – 12800
Shutter: electronic; 1/16,000 to 30 s
Monitor: 3.0 in. diagonal; 1,037,000 dots TFT-LCD with brightness adjustment
Interface: Hi-speed USB; HDMI Type D mini-pin connector
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Nikon 1 J4 orange
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January 16, 2014 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment
The Nikon D5300 is an update to the Nikon D5200. This entry-level DSLR camera comes with a DX-format 24.2 megapixel sensor with no optical low-pass filter and with the EXPEED4 image processor, that work together to produce high-resolution still imagery with notable color accuracy and details. The omission of the optical low-pass filter allow to gain the utmost sharpness and resolution. The sensor and image processor also allow D5300 to obtain a notable low-light sensitivity to ISO 12800 and to record full HD 1920x1080p movies at 60, 30, 25 or 24 fps frame rates in the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format.
The Nikon D5300 benefits from a versatile AF autofocus system with a 39 distinct AF points and nine cross-type sensors, to quickly acquire focus in a range of lighting conditions. The Dynamic-area AF mode is present on this camera and allows to choose from 9, 21 or 39-point arrays. 3D-tracking, Auto-area AF and Single-point AF modes are also available on the Nikon D5300. Among other feathures, the D5300 adds to its predecessor integrated Wi-Fi and GPS modules to enable geotagging functionality and continuous transferring of imagery to an Android or iOS device, via Nikon Wireless Mobile Utility app.
The Nikon D5300 has a compact and durable body, that integrates a 3.2″ 1037k-dot vari-angle LCD monitor and a built-in pop-up flash, which supports Nikon's i-TTL flash metering system.
The Nikon D5300 is available in three colours: black, grey and red.
Nikon D5300 top controls
Nikon D5300 specifications:
Sensor: 23.5 mm x 15.6 mm (DX-format) CMOS sensor, 24.2 MP
Lens: Nikon F bayonet lens
File format: Still image – JPEG, RAW; movie – MOV, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Viewfinder: Eye-level Pentamirror Single-Lens Reflex viewfinder
Sensitivity: ISO 100 to 12800 (25600 extended)
Movie: HD 1920 x 1080 with stereo sound via built-in microphone
Monitor: 3.2″ 1037000 dots TFT-LCD monitor with 170-degree wide-viewing angle
Interface: USB Hi-speed; Type C mini-pin HDMI connector
Nikon D5300 reviews:
The general level of D5300's performance is impressive. The focus system offers a good range of coverage across the frame with impressive focusing speeds. More details you can find on Nikon D5300 review from trustedreviews.com website.
The Nikon D5300 produces images of excellent quality, with noise-free JPEG images at ISO 100-1600 and ISO 3200 also looking pretty good. A little noise appears at ISO 6400. More about image quality of Nikon D5300 you can read on photographyblog.com website, that concludes:
 The combination of a free-angle screen, great video mode, high-quality stills and new connectivity options mean that the Nikon D5300 is a worthy winner of our Highly Recommended award.
The Nikon D5300 is a solid and well-constructed camera that offers an ample array of connectors and an ergonomic design. More technical details you can read on dpreview.com website.
Another D5300 review comes from whatdigitalcamera.com website, that says:
The Nikon D5200 impressed us last time around, but Nikon have managed to go one-better with the D5300. While its new features don't make it a groundbreaking release, they add up to make it a better specified product for the entry-level and advanced amateur photographers it's out to target.
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July 5, 2013 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment
D7100 is the new flagship of Nikon's DX-format HD-SLR lineup. The Nikon D7100 is a SLR camera for enthuziasts and semi-professional photographers with exceptional image quality and ergonomics, and that comes with several evolutionary upgrades over its predecessor, the Nikon D7000.
The Nikon D7100 comes with the new 24.1 MP DX-format CMOS sensor that provides superior images with accurate colors. Because this sensor is designed without an optical low-pass filters, it maximizes its resolution for exceptionally sharp details. This sensor works with the EXPEED 3 image processor, and together they produce a high-speed response, a continuous shooting speed of up to 6 frames per second and an ISO sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 25600.
The Nikon D7100 features a very good autofocus performance, with 51-point focus area with 15 cross-type sensor for detecting both vertical and horizontal variations to achieve precise and fast focus.
D7100 also can records Full HD 1080p video with stereo sound and with full-time autofocus and manual exposure control during video recording. The D7100 features also a new 3.2″ ultra-high-resolution 1,229-dot LCD monitor which provides crisp image playback, menu adjustments and Live View Shooting. A pentaprism eye-level optical viewfinder contains a low-power consumption OLED display that provides 100% frame coverage.
With a magnesium alloy body, a good grip and with ergonomic positioning of the buttons, the Nikon D7100 is a SLR that meets all the conditions to be appreciated by the photographers.
Nikon D7100 key features:
Sensor: 24.1 MP; 23.5mm x 15.6 mm DX-format CMOS sensor
Lens mount: Nikon F bayonet mount
File format: still images – JPEG, RAW; movie – MOV (H.264/MPEG-4)
Storage media: SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Viewfinder: eye-level Pentaprism viewfinder
Monitor: 3.2″ Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD; 1,228,800 dots
Interface: Hi-speed USB, HDMI Type C mini-pin, stereo microphone input.
The Nikon D7100 is very similar to the D700, but now incorporates the operational changes  to movie recording and live view activation that have been implemented across Nikon's current generation of enthusiast-oriented DSLRs. The D7100 features a solidly-built magnesium alloy body that offers moisture and dust resistance. More such as details you can find on Nikon D7100 review from dpreview.com website, that concludes:
The Nikon D7100 rounds out Nikon's recently revamped lineup of enthusiast-targeted DSLRs. It may sit below the full frame D800 and D600 in price, but gives both a run for their money in terms of features, handling and performance. In fact, if you don't have a compelling reason to shoot with a full frame DSLR, or have no need for 36MP output, the APS-C D7100 offers a largely similar shooting experience, great looking images and a smaller, lighter body to carry on your shoulder.
Another short D7100 review comes from pcmag.com website that, among other things, says:
The Nikon D7100 is an impressive camera. Its focus system is excellent, with 51 points to choose from, and delivers faster performance than the 11-point system found in the Pentax K-5 II; the K-5 II features top-end weather sealing, but the D7100 is also protected against dust and moisture. Image quality is excellent, as is the viewfinder, and it gives you access to Nikon's extensive lens system. The control layout is excellent, with almost every shooting control available right at your fingertips, and the rear LCD is impeccably sharp.
Opinion of professional photographers about D7100, as well as results of some tests, you can find on the popphoto.com website, that concludes:
Despite the rise of complex mirrorless cameras such as Panasonic's Lumix GH3, the Nikon D7100 remains a great bang for your buck. While larger than the GH3, it feels just right in the hand and manages the weight of big lenses nicely.
The Nikon D7100 produces images of outstanding quality, with noise-free JPEG images at ISO 100 – 1600, and ISO3200 also looking pretty good. You can find more about the performances of the D7100 on photographyblog.com website. The author of this review concludes:
In summary the new Nikon D7100 further improves on the already excellent D7000 in several key ways and many minor ones, all adding up to make this the best DX-format DSLR to date. Nikon may be focusing on a full-frame future, but the D7100 clearly shows that they haven't forgotten the cropped sensor market.
Also, you can find technical details and a lot of sample images of D7100 on pocket-lint.com and techradar.com websites.
D7100 monitor
Nikon Coolpix S9500
April 23, 2013 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment
The Nikon Coolpix S9500 is a point-and-shoot digital camera with a slim body that is able to switch between wide angle and ultra-telephoto near instantaneously. The S9500 is a member of Nikon's Ultra-Slim Zoom collection and it is equipped with a 22x Nikkor ED VR zoom lens that has an impressive focal range of 4.5 – 99.0 mm (25 – 550 mm in 35mm equivalent).
The Nikon Coolpix S9500 has an 18 megapixel backside-illuminated CMOS image sensor that is capable of shooting high quality images even in lower lighting conditions. The lens-shift vibration reduction system allows S9500 to capture pin-sharp images and movie clips even at the agitated events, like a sports game or a stadium concert.
The Nikon S9500 also offers Full HD (1080p) movie recording with stereo sound and a built-in GPS function to provide the user the ability to log their travels and share where they have been. The Coolpix S9500 comes with a built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing the sharing of images and videos with the compatible smart devices, such as an iPod.
The camera also features a 3″ 614k-dot OLED monitor with 5-level brightness adjustment and a Smart Portrait System that allows user to be sure that people smile in the picture.
The Nikon Coolpix S9500 is available in black, silver, brown and red.
Nikon Coolpix S9500 specifications:
Sensor: 1/2.3-in CMOS, 18.1 MP
Lens: 22x optical zoom Nikkor glass lens, 12 elements in 10 groups
Vibration reduction: Lens-shift and Electronic VR
Monitor: 3.0″ 614,000-dots OLED monitor with 98% frame coverage
File formats: still pictures – JPEG; audio files – WAV; movies – MOV
Nikon S9500
Nikon Coolpix S9500 reviews:
The Nikon S9500's reviews are not available yet, but you can find more technical information on pocket-lint.com and digitalcamerainfo.com websites. You can also see photos taken with Coolpix S9500 in different conditions and with different settings on the ephotozine.com.
March 12, 2013 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment
The Nikon Coolpix S6500 is a new point-and-shoot digital camera that allows the enthusiasts to take beautiful pictures and to upload in a few seconds via internet. The S6500 has a small compact metal body and it is ideal to carry in a pocket.
The Nikon S6500 comes with a 16 MP backside illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor that enables to capture low-light shots without flash. However, the S6500 has a built-in flash to provide an extra illumination in very low-light conditions. The Nikon S6500 features a high-performance 12x zoom NIKKOR glass lens that covers a long focal range from a wide angle 25mm to 350 mm, and has lens-shift Vibration Reduction (VR) technology to reduce the effects of camera shake including image blur.
The Nikon Coolpix S6500 sports a large 3.0″ TFT LCD screen with 96% coverage and 460,000 pixels and built-in Wi-Fi connectivity for easy transfer images and videos. The S6500 can capture Full HD movies with stereo sound by simply pressing the dedicated movie record button. The S6500 includes many user-friendly shooting features and controls such as Glamour Retouch effects for portraits, Brighten Face, Whiten Eyes and so on.
The Nikon Coolpix S6500 is available in silver, red, black, white, blue and orange.
Sensor: 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS sensor, 16 MP
Lens: Nikkor ED glass lens; 8 elements in 8 groups
Zoom: 12x optical zoom; 4x digital zoom
Vibration Reduction: Lens-shift VR
Monitor: 3.0-inch TFT LCD; 460,000 dots
File format: still – JPEG; Audio – WAV; Movies – MOV (MPEG-4/AAC stereo)
Interface: Hi-Speed USB; A/V output; HDMI micro connector (Type D)
Nikon Coolpix S6500 reviews
At this time, the Coolpix S6500 full reviews from experts are not available.
Nikon S6500 screen
The Coolpix S9050 is a ultra-slim zoom digital camera from Nikon. This budget-friendly point-and-shoot camera combines an impressive 15.5x wide-angle optical zoom Nikkor glass lens and a 12.1 MP CMOS sensor to perform great photos and videos, even in low-light conditions. The remarkable lens and the built-in VR image stabilization system contribute to shooting sharp and clear images.
The Nikon Coolpix S9050 can records Full HD videos at 1080p with stereo sound at an amazing quality for a point-and-shoot camera. The Nikon Coolpix S9050 also features a large 3-inch display with wide viewing angles, anti-reflective coating and brightness adjustment, an autofocus with 9-area automatic selection and a sensitivity at ISO 160 to 3200. A voice memo function as well as a lot of scene modes are also on the S9050.
Nikon Coolpix S9050 is available in black or silver.
Sensor: 1/2.3-inch CMOS, 12.1 effective MP
Zoom: 15.5x optical zoom; 4x digital zoom
Aperture: f/3.5 – 5.5
Monitor: 3.0-inch TFT-LCD, 460000 dots
File format: still picture – JPEG; audio files – WAV; movie – MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec)
Connectivity: A/V output, Hi-speed USB, HDMI MiniConnector
The experts reviews about Nikon S9050 are not available yet.
Nikon S9050 monitor
Nikon Coolpix P520
The new Nikon Coolpix P520 is the successor to the Nikon P510 and features an 18.1-megapixel backside-illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor, a versatile 3.2-inch 921k dots Vari-Angle LCD monitor, built-in GPS and can record Full HD (1080p) video with stereo sound.
The new Nikon P520 is a versatile bridge camera that is equipped with the most powerful zoom lens in Coolpix history – a 42x optical zoom Nikkor lens with an impressive range of focal length from a wide 24 mm to a super-telephoto 1000 mm (equivalents in 35 mm format). The P520 is equipped with a lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) function that reduces the effects of camera shake. An available wireless Mobile Adapter WU-1a allows the user to share the photos or movies with other smart devices. The Nikon Coolpix P520 is available in black, red and dark silver.
Nikon Coolpix P520 specs:
Sensor: 1/2.3 in, CMOS sensor, 18.1 effective MP
Lens: 42x optical zoom, Nikkor glass lens
Zoom: 42x
Monitor: 3.2-inch Vari-Angle TFT-LCD, 921 k dots
Sensitivity: ISO 80 – 3200
Shutter: mechanical and CMOS electronic shutter
Connectivity: A/V output, USB 2.0, HDMI Type C
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The Nikon D5200 is a new DSLR camera that is positioned between the entry-level Nikon D3200 and the mid-range D7000. The Nikon D5200 features a 24.1 megapixel DX-format (APS-C in other cameras) CMOS sensor that is mated with the EXPEED 3 image processor and can record Full 1080 p HD movies at 1920×1280 pixels/ 25 fps or 50i/60i with stereo sound.
As its predecessor (D5100), the D5200 is equipped with a 3-inch vari-angle LCD monitor, which can be flipped, turned and tilted. The Nikon D5200 also has a new 39-point Auto Focus system with 3D Focus Tracking, an ISO range of 100-25600, a 2016-pixel RGB metering sensor, High Dynamic Range mode and it is compatible with the optional Wi-Fi and GPS accesories.
The Nikon D5200 is built sturdy and has a good sized hand grip. The D5200 has a number of dedicated buttons including flash, functions, exposure, dedicated video recording, zoom and info. The camera uses a lithium-ion battery model EN-EL 14 (the same as used in D3200). The D5200 comes with 18-55 mm VR Lens Kit (the 18 – 105 mm VR is available) and it is available in red, black and bronze.
Sensor: 23.5mm x 15.6mm DX CMOS, 24.1 effective MP
File format: still images – JPEG, RAW; movie – MOV, MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
Flash: built-in
Microphone: built-in, stereo, with adjustable sensitivity
Monitor: 3″ vari-angle TFT-LCD, 921000 dots
Interface: stereo microphone input, Hi-Speed USB, HDMI Type C mini-pin
Nikon D5200 controls
The CMOS sensor of Nikon D5200 is capable of recording lots of detail, especially at low sensitivity settings in RAW files. The articulating vari-angle screen make it easy to compose macro images as well as to check critical focus by magnifying the on-screen image. More details you can read on Nikon D5200 review from techradar.com website. The author of this D5200 review concludes:
The Nikon D5200 is a solid performer that delivers images with well-controlled noise and plenty of detail…
It's also a nicely constructed camera, and the limited number of buttons and dials make it unintimidating to novice photographers, while enthusiasts will find that they have all the control that they want within easy reach.
The Nikon D5200 produces images of excellent quality with noise-free JPEG images at ISO 100-1600. More about image quality and performance of D5200 you can find on photographyblog.com website.
The back of the Nikon D5200 is dominated by the large articulated LCD screen, with buttons scattered around it. The Menu button is isolated on the top left shoulder, but all of the others can be operated without moving the hand from the shooting positions. More about controls and menus of D5200 you can read on D5200 review from dpreview.com.
Another short Nikon D5200 review (including a video review) comes from digitalcameraworld.com website. You can find here more technical details of Nikon D5200.
Nikon D5200 with Vari-angle LCD
Nikon D5200 detail
Nikon D5200 monitor
Nikon D5200 red
Nikon 1 V2
The Nikon 1 V2 is a new version of Nikon's mirrorless camera. Like the previous V1 model, the Nikon 1 v2 offers versatility and the exceptional speed and performance. This new mirrorless interchangeable lens camera features an all-new 14.2-megapixel CMOS CX format sensor which has an ISO range of 160-6400, and the new EXPEED 3A image processing engine.
The Nikon 1 V2 offers Full 1080p HD video capture, continuous shooting speeds of 15 fps with continuous autofocus, an ultra-fast hybrid auto-focus system and more conventional shooting modes like Programmed Auto or Metered Manual. The Nikon 1 V2 features also a 3-inch TFT LCD monitor with 3:2 aspect ratio, an eye-level electronic viewfinder, electronic and mechanical shutter and a built-in pop-up flash.
The Nikon 1 V2 has an extremely compact body with a prominent rubberized handgrip. Still made of aluminium with magnesium alloy reinforced parts, the V2 is actually slightly lighter and smaller than V1. The new Nikon 1 v2 is available in black or white.
Nikon 1 V2 LCD monitor
Nikon 1 V2 specifications:
Sensor: CMOS, CX-format, 13.2mm x 8.8mm, 14.2 million effective pixels
File format: JPEG, RAW
Sensitivity: ISO 160-6400
Movie File Format: MOV (H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding)
Microphone: Built-in stereo microphone with adjustable sensitivity
Monitor: 3.0-inch TFT LCD monitor; 921,000 dots
Interface: USB Hi-Speed, mini-HDMI Type C, stereo mini-pin jack audio input
Nikon1 V2 top
Nikon 1 V2 reviews:
The Nikon 1 V2 captures images of very high quality. Noise is kept to a minimum and only becomes disturbing at ISO 3200 in very low light. More about the image quality of Nikon 1 V2 you can read on photographyblog.com website. The experts of this website conclude:
Nikon have clearly gone back to the drawing board in order to differentiate the V2 from the entry-level J1 model, with the V2 now offering an attractive combination of speed, portability, image quality and handling that's geared more to the serious photographer, rather than to the consumer upgrading from a point and shoot compact.
Another Nikon 1 V2 review comes from techradar.com website. The experts of this website noted that one of the biggest differences between the Nikon 1 V2 and the V1 is the addition of a mode dial on the top of the camera. This allows quick changes between the cameras various exposure modes. More about this and about handling of Nikon 1 V2 you can read on this review.
Nikon1 V2 with pop-up flash
Nikon 1 V2 white
Nikon 1 V2 with lens
The new Nikon 1 V2
November 15, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment
The Nikon D600 is a full-frame DSLR camera that it is positioned roughly between the full-frame D800 and crop-format D7000. The Nikon D600 features a new 24.3 MP full-frame FX-format sensor (the FX is a Nikon terminology for the 24 x 36 mm sensor area) in a compact form-factor.
The Nikon D600 is slimmer than a traditional HDSLR and more budget-friendly. This camera is designed for any kind of professional and amateur photography, to event and wildlife photography. Nikon D600 features a new 39-point AF system, 14-bit analogue-to-digital conversion, a glass prism optical viewfinder with 100% frame coverage and a 3.2″ screen. Other highlights of Nikon D600 include an ISO range of 100 – 6400 (extendible up to 25,600 and down to 50), a shutter unit designed for 150,000 actuations and dual SD card slots with SDXC and UHS-i support.
The Nikon D600 features also 1080p HD video capture with selectable frame rates of 30p, 25p or 24p and MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression. The Nikon D600 is compatible with F-mount Nikkor interchangeable lenses and can be used with Nikon's WU-1b Wireless Mobile Adapter for wireless transfer of images to a smartphone or tablet.
Nikon D600 specs:
 Type: Single-lens reflex digital camera
Lens Mount: Nikon F bayonet mount.
Sensor: 24.3 MP FX CMOS sensor, 35.9 x 24.0 mm
File format: still image – JPEG, RAW; movie – H.264/ MPEG-4
Sensitivity: ISO 100 – 6000 (extended 50 – 25600)
Movie audio: Built-in microphone, monaural; external stereo microphone (optional)
Monitor: 3.2in TFT LCD, 921000 dots
Interface: HDMI Type C mini-connector, Hi-speed USB, headphone connector, stereo microphone input
Nikon D600 reviews:
The body design of Nikon D600 is professional, with front and rear control dials and a four-way directional pad for menu navigation. More about design and usability of this camera you can read on Nikon D600 review from digitalcamerainfo.com. The experts of this website say about this DSLR:
 The Nikon D600 was one of the worst-kept secrets in the industry this year, and the enthusiast and prosumer crowd has been foaming at the mouth to see what an affordable full-frame camera from Nikon would look like. The Nikon D600 does not disappoint, offering nearly every bit of control that the impressive D800 offers, with comparable features.
The Nikon D600 includes support for legacy lenses with both a screw drive to handle old, body-driven AF lenses and the Meter coupling lever for reading the aperture settings of even older lenses. More such details you can find on Nikon D600 review from imaging-resource.com website.
Some opnions of professional photographers about Nikon D600 you can find on stevehuffphoto.com website.
The latest EXPEED 3 image processor enables the D600 to deliver 14-bit A/D conversion, as well as 16-bit image processing. The D600's optical viewfinder delivers 100% coverage with aproximate magnification of 0.7x. More technical detail of Nikon D600 you can read on trustedreviews.com website.
Another Nikon D600 review comes from whatdigitalcameras.com website. You can read on this review about D600's capability of rattling off 42 Fine JPEG files consecutively at 5.5 fps before the buffer slows up, while at the same rate, 16 RAW files can be captured. The author of this review concludes:
For many photographers, Nikon has it the sweet spot with the D600 – a perfect blend of size, image quality, performance and price. …Â The full-frame chip that they've managed to squeeze into it delivers excellent results, with the level of detail, noise performance and colour reproduction really impressing.
While the Nikon D600 does not have the same full magnesium-alloy frame like the D800, it still has a tough body covered with magnesium alloy on the top and the rear of the camera. More about these things you can read on photographylife.com website.
Images shot up to ISO 1600 are largely noise-free, with even ISO 3200 producing minimal artefacts. More about performance of D600 you can read on Nikon D600 review from techradar.com. The experts of this website conclude:
 The superb sensor, extensive yet accessible features and compactness make the Nikon D600 an exceptionally user-friendly full-frame.
The Nikon D600 becomes the latest Nikon DSLR to offer the ability to record uncompressed video to an external video recording connected via its HDMI port. More abou this you can read on Nikon D600 review from dpreview.com.


With the help of an attorney, seniors can navigate the sometimes tricky process of creating an estate plan that achieves in death what they've worked so hard to do in life: take good care of those they love.
Less than half (44 percent) of Americans have a will to divide their estate after they pass away, according to a 2016 poll from research provider Gallup.
Because probate, the legal process of dividing an estate, can be emotionally and financially devastating for heirs, that's a problem.
However, just having a will isn't enough. To protect your final wishes, take care of loved ones, safeguard your assets, and prevent family disputes, you need to ensure your will is legally sound.
A will is incomplete if it only addresses what happens when you die. To be truly comprehensive, it also should address what happens while you're still alive. This is best accomplished not with the will itself, but rather with complementary documents known as advance directives, which are written, legally binding instructions designed to guide caregivers if you can't articulate your own health care wishes because of dementia or other health declines.
In addition to your will, Jeffrey Asher, a New York-based attorney specializing in estate and elder law, recommends designating health care and financial powers of attorney that grant authority to an individual to make financial and medical decisions on your behalf, completing a living will outlining treatments you do and don't want used to keep you alive, and, if you choose, signing do not resuscitate (DNR) and do not intubate (DNI) orders.
A will is only one way that assets are transferred after death. Another way is through beneficiary designations on financial accounts and insurance policies. Such designations trump wills.
"If you want to leave everything to your new girlfriend, but your kids are named as beneficiaries on all your accounts, the will doesn't mean anything," explains Neiburger.
Putting funeral instructions and burial wishes in your will is another common mistake, as wills typically aren't read until weeks after the funeral.
If you're a pet parent, you should include provisions for animal care in your will, according to Neiburger, who recommends making written arrangements in advance with a friend or family member who agrees to adopt your pet. If you can't find a caretaker, you may be able to arrange an adoption with an animal sanctuary in exchange for a donation from your estate.
In the Digital Age, overlooking online assets—banking logins, social media accounts and email accounts, for instance—is a common blunder. Some of these assets, such as digital photos, might hold financial or sentimental value. Others, like login credentials, could be misused if they fell into the wrong hands.
It's important to discuss plans with friends and relatives, as bequests can have negative as well as positive implications on your heirs—especially if those heirs live in a senior living community or are receiving government benefits.
Planning ahead and getting your will and other legal and medical directives in order can give you and your family peace of mind today and in the future.


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