The Center has a longstanding commitment to the development and dissemination of evidence-based, practice-focused educational and training products that support student learning, continuing education for practicing nurses and interdisciplinary team members, and family caregivers. Since 1995, the Center has continuously supported the development and dissemination of evidence-based practice guidelines. Additional practice-focused education and training materials have been added over the years and are highlighted in the section.


During prosecution, the threshold standard of ambiguity for indefiniteness is lower than it might be during litigation of an issued patent. Ex parte Miyazaki, 89 USPQ2d 1207, 1212 (BPAI 2008).
Morton Int'l, Inc. v. Cardinal Chem. Co., 5 F.3d 1464, 1470 (Fed. Cir. 1993) (the standard for definiteness is whether "the claims at issue… are … sufficiently precise to permit a potential competitor to determine whether or not he is infringing").
In an ex parte appeal, the Board "is basically a board of review — we review . . . rejections made by patent examiners." Ex parte Gambogi, 62 USPQ2d 1209, 1211 (BPAI 2001). "The review authorized by 35 U.S.C. Section 134 is not a process whereby the examiner . . . invite[s] the [B]oard to examine the application and resolve patentability in the first instance." Ex parte Braeken, 54 USPQ2d 1110, 1112 (BPAI 1999). "The Patent Office has the initial duty of supplying the factual basis for its rejection. It may not . . . resort to speculation, unfounded assumptions or hindsight reconstruction to supply deficiencies in its factual basis." In re Warner, 379 F.2d 1011, 1017 (CCPA 1967).


Yellow cabs everywhere, all the time – just like in movies!
I really can't believe that I have really been two days in New York and it's so much different – in a good way, than I thought! I have some how always though that New Yorkers are not too friendly but far too busy, that it's trash around slums hidden behind every corner. I'm happy to tell you I've been totally wrong!
Most of people have been super helpful and friendly. Yeah, some of them are very busy but still they always have time to help you read the map or buy a metro ticket. Moreover the city is not dangerous or filled with slums as long as you use your common sense – look like you know where your going, don't look "stupid and rich" (like don't leave your Louis Vuitton back alone and took photos with super expensive camera).
Out there in the city people help you and are basic nice but I think the best thing during my second day where people in Body&Pole – everyone had so much fun and talked and smiled to each others and even to me even though my English isn't perfect. 🙂 I'll definitely try to learn how to train and when I next time have possibility I'll come back to this place. I haven't taken any pole classis yet but I have a feeling that they'll be great!
I took three classes (invertable 1, intro to fabric, intro to hoop) and in every class the teachers were super fun and made us do good exercises (I was actually surprised that in Finland we – or at least I'm not training as hard as it's possible. Invertable class was super tough one. That class is all about controlling your power and strengthening your body. It might not look cool but it allows you to do cool things in future. Yeah!
4am I woke up, thanks for jetlag. I blogged and hanged out with computer, etc.
7.30am I walked to Gray Line New York to get my 7 days New York Pass with 3 days hop-on/hop-off busses. I had prepaid the card with my credit card via internet so I though I just has to pick it up. However I had to pay a little more. If your taking the card with hop ons they'll ask you do you want to make yourself VIP. If yes, you pay extra 25$ and you are always the first that goes in to bus (you can skip all lines with just showing the VIP-card!) and you have more bus options.
8 Hop on downtown loop bus tour!
8-10 tour, I jump out in East Village, grapped Starbucks Skinny Vanilla Latte (ah, my love I've been missing you last couple of months! <3 ) to warm up a bit. You really should have warm clothes on in NYC's winter!
10-12 I walked from East Village to the border of SoHo and West Village (to the corner of 6th Ave and Spring St) where my Soho-Little Italy-Chinatown walk tour began.
12-2pm Soho-Little Italy-Chinatown walk tour (totally free with NYC pass!). The tour was awesome and I really recommend it – especially our guide was amazingly fun and had interesting stories. These are areas where I might not go alone but still they are pretty interesting and especially unique.
SoHo is one of the best shopping districts in NYC (third after expensive but luxurious and super trendy 5th Avenue and 34th Avenue with shops like Macy's). SoHo is like 5th Ave with better prices and cool architecture. It have been unwanted, poor area but nowadays it's one of the most trendy and expensive areas to live in NYC.
Shops in Little Italy. It was really like visiting Italy, f.ex. fresh home made pasta and cheese!
The hearth of the Little Italy is Mulberry St – there are huge amount of Italian restaurants, home made pasta and cheese. If you like Italian food this is a must!
China town is huge and still growing area in NYC. It's filled with Asian (mostly Chinese) stores, restaurants and salons. There are a lot of people going around and it really feels being in Asia when walking around there.
Snacks in NYC – wannabe healthy soda with an apple, some superb yoghurt I found in West Village (any idea where I could get more of those without going that far from Upper West Side?) and Chinese street food from China Town.


Sri Lanka is a small island, located in the Indian Ocean, which may be truly called an absolutely exotic country. It is an ancient country with a rich history and unshakeable traditions; it is the world center of Buddhism, which has lots of incredibly beautiful monuments, dedicated to this religion.
The beauty of the local landscapes is able to impress even the most experienced travelers. Especially gorgeous looking are the local tea plantations that are considered the pride of the country and that are the reason of the world-wide spread popularity of Sri Lanka. Besides that, the country is famous for its local spices, exotic fruits, semiprecious stones and, of course, the hospitality of the local inhabitants.
As Sri Lanka represents the island, surrounded by the sea, it s a perfect place for all the lovers of calm resting on the beach. The special thing about the island is that when there is a storm on one side of the island, there s an absolutely calm atmosphere on the other side of it that is why the beach vacation is available here all year long.
Even though, the island is rather small, there is an incredible number of different animal species, dwelling on it, including numerous birds, mammals, fish, butterflies and snakes. The main local sightseeings represented by animals include the elephants, bears, leopards and whales.


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Monthly Archive for: "December, 2021"
Home » Archives for December 2021
By Ximena Gonzalez
Public Housing For Sale?
Many Albertans are publicly declaring their opposition to the conservative policies and budget cuts of the UCP government. But as lawn signs defending provincial parks, healthcare and public [...]
By Alex Rettie
All The Rage: A Partial Memoir in Two Acts and a Prologue
If you were young and gay in late 1980s Alberta, it seemed you were always waiting. You were waiting for news from the big world in Vancouver, and Toronto, and New York—from friends, from tricks, [...]
By Agnieszka Matejko
The Doll isn't a typical children's story. An autobiographical tale by Nhung Tran-Davies, it tackles the refugee crisis, surviving stormy seas, and racism. It's a lot to pack into a handful of [...]
By Heidi Klaassen
Amy LeBlanc's debut novella begins with the words of Euphemia Rosenbaum, an eccentric and mysterious woman in the small town of Snowton, Alberta: "Here's what I've always said: a goldfish will [...]
By Candas Jane Dorsey
Burning the Night
A new Glen Huser book is always welcome, whatever its subject. Huser is one of the steady, quiet lights of Alberta's writing world—an excellent author who is often underappreciated, which I hope [...]
By Doreen Vanderstoop
Stories are medicine, and Richard Van Camp's Gather is medicine Canadians need right now. The book is imbued with joy and playfulness and is the perfect companion read on our journey back to each [...]
By Kathryn M. McPherson
Compelled to Act: Histories of Women's Activism in Western Canada
Politics and activism are central themes in the history of women in western Canada, and Compelled to Act contributes to this literature in significant new ways. Edited and with an introduction by [...]
By Tom McMillan
In Fiction
The Bloodhound
Before the car comes to a stop, Maxi is on her feet and reaching for the door handle. Her hair is shorter than I remember. Dyed red now, too. She leaps into the frayed passenger seat and I press [...]
What We Learned From CERB
No government program during the COVID-19 pandemic was as consequential to Canadians as the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB). Almost nine million citizens—half of the country's [...]
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Should We Have Universal Guaranteed Income?
Elaine Power, the head of gender studies at Queen's University, says yes. Basic income—a guaranteed minimum income—already exists in Canada, for seniors and children. Canadians aged 65 or over [...]
Education, K-12
The Absurd UCP Curriculum
Jason Kenney arrived in Alberta provincial politics with a laser focus on reforming K–12 education, and one of his primary targets was curriculum—what students learn in school. During the first annual general meeting of the United Conservative Party in 2018, Kenney announced: "If the NDP tries to smuggle more of their ...
We Are Our Own Masters
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Jason Kenney's Vision for K-12
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Bank of Hillsboro hires Kyle Lindsey as new lender
Bank of Hillsboro's Effingham Branch is proud to welcome Kyle Lindsey as its newest lender. Lindsey, who is a native of Effingham, comes to the bank with more than 15 years of lending experience, previously handling financing at several local car dealerships.
"Kyle brings valuable experience of knowing how to work with people and providing customers with the best lending solutions to help them reach their goals," said Bank of Hillsboro Executive Vice President and Senior Lending Officer, Justin Holderread. "He has extensive knowledge of the area and I have no doubt he will be a wonderful asset to the community and bank."
Lindsey's role will primarily focus on commercial lending but he can also provide consumer and residential loans to customers. He decided to join Bank of Hillsboro's team based on the bank's commitment to the community and for the opportunity to expand the types of loan services he can offer his customers.
"Bank of Hillsboro is a true community bank," said Lindsey. "They are small enough that their employees get to really know their customers but big enough that they can still handle a variety of loans and provide people with flexible lending options. That also gives their bank a sense of stability because they've been part of the community for so long. I'm excited to be part of their team."
Lindsey has strong family ties to Effingham and the business community, with both of his grandfathers being former business owners and leaders in the community. He hopes his intimate knowledge of the community and upcoming projects will be a benefit in the new position.
"One of my grandpas owned a construction business in Effingham and my other grandpa owned a Marathon gas station in town," said Lindsey. "Twenty years later, people still recognize and know my family and the values we upheld as family businesses in Effingham."
Lindsey and his wife live in Effingham and he has one daughter that lives in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Bank of Hillsboro is a 153-year-old bank committed to supporting local communities and helping customers meet their financial needs. The bank is headquartered in Hillsboro, Illinois and has 10 additional locations in Alhambra, Altamont, Carlyle, Edwardsville, Effingham, Greenville, Highland, Pana, Staunton and Vandalia. More information about Bank of Hillsboro can be found at www.bankhillsboro.com.
Kyle Lindsey, Bank of Hillsboro's new lender, shown.


While leading in creative arts ministry for 28 years, there's one thing I've learned: there will always be critics.
It can't be escaped. I wish it could. I would honestly prefer an environment where my staff and volunteers would be free from the stings of criticism. But as long as there is human life, criticism will always be with us. There is no doubt in my mind that one of the greatest challenges of church leadership is how one deals with critics.
I could see it her eyes as she approached the sound booth. I could see how unhappy she was. And then she lit into my audio technician with hateful criticism – a volunteer, mind you – and for what seemed like eternity, she voiced her displeasure of how loud the music was and how insensitive he had been to the congregation.
It was early in my ministry and I didn't run interference. In ignorance I let him receive all the flaming darts of this lady's criticism. And it hurt him deeply. He soon decided to step down as an audio volunteer.
When he needed a leader to step in – a bodyguard – there was none. I had failed him. I failed as a leader in safeguarding him from the critic.
That tragic incident clearly left its mark on me as a young church leader. I should have protected him and from that point on I have attempted to do so. This short encounter spoke volumes to me. Here are some of the principles I learned and adopted since.
There is almost always some pain associated with criticism. The discomfort can't be avoided, however, it can be constructive. One way to deal with the issue is to make every effort to understand the mindset of the critic. When I do so as a church leader, I can teach my volunteer how to respond, how to grow, and how to learn.
This critic is one who figuratively throws himself on the floor and "has a fit" because he isn't getting his way. He is simply acting selfishly because something isn't being done the way he wants it.
He often, very conveniently, lashes out at the worship leader because he is the most available after the church service is finished.
These are the criticisms that never make it to the ears of my staff or volunteers. They frankly have little constructive value because they are often rooted in something other than the criticism.
OK. This is purely a distractive term and I now that we are all sinners, but this critic is often the rebel – running from unresolved issues that he/she needs to desperately focus on. The criticisms heard here are often mere deflections.
We can learn from these critics. They often view the worship elements very shallowly or, should I say, at face value. They don't often look at the big picture or complete worship narrative. And that's OK. It should make us stand back and truly ask the question, "Did the worship element confuse on its own and/or does it bring clarity when placed within the entire worship narrative?" This honest evaluation will strengthen the team's creativity.
Much like The Sinner, the actions of this critic are often deflections. The pain they feel often compels them to lash out.
Don't take this type of criticism personally. And again, these criticism will almost never make it to the ears of my volunteers.
This critic reminds me of something Forest Gump's mother says: "Stupid is as stupid does." This person will make a comment to one of your volunteers without first engaging their brain. In other words, they don't think before they speak.
You may hear them say just about anything and sometimes so "off the wall" you wonder what planet they came from.
These are the critics you just have to laugh about. Chalk it up as proof that there may be a small bubble or tear in the universe – one they unfortunately found themselves in.
Finally, a critic that doesn't have a personal agenda or vendetta. And they have truly thought about what they want to say. They may have even prayed about it.
You may hear them say some really constructive stuff. It's true that not everyone understands the entire big picture of your ministry. Some will misunderstand, but these folks really do want to help you.
The best response: listen, discern and, if necessary, make the appropriate changes. The challenge is to discern the voice of constructive words within the noise of other criticisms. These critics' words need to be passed on and discussed.
Bottom Line: Critics do not get to my volunteers or staff. Their input comes to me and as a leader, I choose to use it or not. If I choose to pass it on, I do so with the growth of my team in mind. My hope is that I can educate my volunteers inunderstanding criticism. This includes them asking if it's valid criticism, determining what they can learn from it if it was warranted, and not taking it personally.
You will always have to deal with critics. Criticism is inevitable and every leader will face criticism. Prayerfully and with God's help, learn from it. Pass on the information to your volunteers in a way that will benefit the ministry and grow the volunteer.


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High hydrostatic pressure extract of garlic increases the HDL cholesterol level via up-regulation of apolipoprotein A-I gene expression in rats fed a high-fat diet
Seohyun Lee, Hyunjin Joo, Chong Tai Kim, In Hwan Kim, Yangha Kim
Department of Public Health Sciences
Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one cause of mortality worldwide and a low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) level is an important marker of CVD risk. Garlic (Allium sativum) has been widely used in the clinic for treatment of CVD and regulation of lipid metabolism. This study investigated the effects of a high hydrostatic pressure extract of garlic (HEG) on HDL-C level and regulation of hepatic apolipoprotein A-I (apoA-I) gene expression. Methods. Male Sprague-Dawley rats were divided into two groups and maintained on a high-fat control diet (CON) or high-fat control diet supplemented with high hydrostatic pressure extract of garlic (HEG) for 5 weeks. Changes in the expression of genes related to HDL-C metabolism were analyzed in liver, together with biometric and blood parameters. Results: In the HEG group, the plasma triglyceride (TG) and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels were significantly decreased in comparison with the CON group (P<0.05). Dietary HEG also lowered the hepatic TG and total cholesterol (TC) levels compared to the CON group. While the plasma HDL-C level and mRNA level of hepatic apoA-I, which is one of primarily proteins of HDL-C particle, were significantly increased in the HEG group compared to the CON group (P<0.05). The gene expression of ATP-binding cassette transporter A1 (ABCA1) and lecithin:cholesterol acyltransferase (LCAT), importantly involved in the biogenesis in HDL, were also up-regulated by dietary HEG. Conclusions: These results suggest that HEG ameliorates plasma lipid profiles and attenuates hepatic lipid accumulation in the high-fat fed rats. Our findings provides that the effects of HEG on the increase of the plasma HDL-C level was at least partially mediated by up-regulation of hepatic genes expression such as apoA-I, ABCA1, and LCAT in rats fed a high-fat diet.
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Apolipoprotein A-I
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Lecithin:cholesterol acyltransferase
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Lee, S., Joo, H., Kim, C. T., Kim, I. H., & Kim, Y. (2012). High hydrostatic pressure extract of garlic increases the HDL cholesterol level via up-regulation of apolipoprotein A-I gene expression in rats fed a high-fat diet. Lipids in Health and Disease, 11, [77]. https://doi.org/10.1186/1476-511X-11-77
High hydrostatic pressure extract of garlic increases the HDL cholesterol level via up-regulation of apolipoprotein A-I gene expression in rats fed a high-fat diet. / Lee, Seohyun; Joo, Hyunjin; Kim, Chong Tai; Kim, In Hwan; Kim, Yangha.
In: Lipids in Health and Disease, Vol. 11, 77, 2012.
Lee, S, Joo, H, Kim, CT, Kim, IH & Kim, Y 2012, 'High hydrostatic pressure extract of garlic increases the HDL cholesterol level via up-regulation of apolipoprotein A-I gene expression in rats fed a high-fat diet', Lipids in Health and Disease, vol. 11, 77. https://doi.org/10.1186/1476-511X-11-77
Lee S, Joo H, Kim CT, Kim IH, Kim Y. High hydrostatic pressure extract of garlic increases the HDL cholesterol level via up-regulation of apolipoprotein A-I gene expression in rats fed a high-fat diet. Lipids in Health and Disease. 2012;11. 77. https://doi.org/10.1186/1476-511X-11-77
Lee, Seohyun ; Joo, Hyunjin ; Kim, Chong Tai ; Kim, In Hwan ; Kim, Yangha. / High hydrostatic pressure extract of garlic increases the HDL cholesterol level via up-regulation of apolipoprotein A-I gene expression in rats fed a high-fat diet. In: Lipids in Health and Disease. 2012 ; Vol. 11.
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        var slice2 = array[..^ 3]; // Range.ToEnd(new Index(3, true))

        var slice3 = array[2..5]; // Range.FromStart(2)

        var slice4 = array[..]; // array [Range.All]
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        public static Range ToEnd(Index end) => new Range(new Index(0, fromEnd: false), end);
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        public static int get_IndexerExtension(this Span<int> span, Index index) =>
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        public static char get_IndexerExtension(this string s, Index index) =>
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        public static Span<int> get_IndexerExtension(this int[] array, Range range) =>
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        public static Span<T> Slice<T>(this Span<T> span, Range range)
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Dan Hubin
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Dan Hubin is an associate in the firm's Intellectual Property Group. Mr. Hubin focuses his practice on patent litigation in district courts and before the International Trade Commission. He has worked on cases involving semiconductor technology, haptics, mechanical devices, and software methods. He has experience handling discovery, taking and defending depositions, and arguing motions in court. Mr. Hubin also has trial experience as second chair in a six week bench trial on breach of contract claims, during which he conducted direct and cross‑examination of over 25 witnesses.
Mr. Hubin received his J.D. with high honors from the University of Chicago Law School, where he was elected to the Order of the Coif and named a Kirkland & Ellis Scholar. While in law school, he served as a judicial intern to Justice David T. Prosser of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Mr. Hubin received his B.A. in philosophy from the University of Wisconsin, where he was the recipient of the Larry Temkin prize for best undergraduate essay in moral philosophy for his essay "Against the Golden Rule: A Defense of the 'Inconsistencies' of a Pro-Choice Position."
ITC Litigation
University of Wisconsin, B.A., 2005
University of Chicago Law School, J.D., 2011
Certain Mobile Electronic Devices Incorporating Haptics
(International Trade Commission, 337-TA-834). Represented Immersion Corporation as complainant in a Section 337 Investigation instituted against Motorola Mobility, Inc., HTC Corporation, and HTC America, Inc. relating to infringement of patents covering haptics technology in mobile devices. Case settled on favorable terms.
U.S. Ethernet Innovations, LLC v. Acer, Inc., et al.
(Northern District of California). Representing Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu America, Inc. in patent infringement suit brought by non-practicing entity alleging infringement of patents related to computer network controllers by Fujitsu laptops and servers. Defendants awarded summary judgment of non-infringement, which was affirmed on appeal to the Federal Circuit. Argued successful motion for costs.
Gellyfish Technology of Texas, LLC v. Fujitsu Limited, et al.
(Eastern District of Texas). Represented Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu America, Inc. in patent infringement suit brought by non-practicing entity alleging infringement of patents related to ergonomic wrist pads by Fujitsu laptops. Negotiated settlement of case on favorable terms.
PanTaurus v. Fujitsu America, Inc.
(Eastern District of Texas). Represented Fujitsu America, Inc. in patent infringement suit brought by non-practicing entity alleging infringement by Fujitsu laptops. Negotiated settlement of case on favorable terms.
NorthPeak Wireless, LLC v. 3Com Corp., et al.
(Northern District of California). Representing Fujitsu America, Inc. in patent infringement suit brought by non-practicing entity alleging infringement of patents related to wireless communications by Fujitsu laptop and desktop computers. Plaintiff stipulated to non-infringement following claim construction.


Ahoy Matey's, this week we get to reunite with special guests Rob Windsor and Hannah Jenner. They report back after their most recent TJV boat race and how CF training helped them persevere. Not only do we get to catch up with some amazing competitors, but Tex revisits his experience with water, some new Big Monkey info, and Luke's run in with the bee of the sea.
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Tired of conning nobles out of their gold, Kiera decides to give up her life of crime and return to her childhood home of Cearbhall to marry the crown prince. Except now the king's gone senile, his heir has gone missing, and his younger sons rule with terror. Kiera plots her escape, but she's discovered and thrown into the dungeon with a crazed wolfborn to die.
Lachlan never thought he'd see his childhood sweetheart once his wolfborn affliction set in. Imprisoned in the dungeon since adolescence, he's watched his brothers usurp the throne and trail pure evil in their wake. When Kiera lands in the dungeon with him, he recovers his will to fight and vows to save her from his brothers and their schemes.
Stealing the Wolf Prince is a fantasy romance novel with exotic elves, reluctant werewolves, and forbidden magic. This story was previously published by Etopia Press.
If you are looking for a book with deeply developed characters and plot twists, look no further.
This book is full of all the elements that make a story fun. Well developed characters draw you into the story, while artfully crafted plot twists keep you turning the pages.


This'll make it easier to find things you absolutely need. They won't get missed under loads of other boxes and they'll seriously come in handy in the likely event that you'll be too tired to get things organized on the day of a move.
Essentials like toothpaste, dish soap, and lotion are a pain to find when they're packed with a bunch of other items. This will make it easy to get through the next day or so.
Because no one really unpacks everything on moving day, and if you're a procrastinator (no judgment!), it's unlikely that you'll unpack everything within the week. Check out our informational post on what and how to pack an essentials box for every room of the house.
This moving day tip is a must for large closets. Just slip a garbage bag over a group of hanging clothes. Then tie the bag up to keep the hangers secure. It's that easy!
This is the key moving day tip to keeping your sanity when you start to pack. And be sure to pack like things. No mixing! It'll make your life easier in the long run.
If they spill, at least they won't be all over everything else.
This way, on move-in day, you can easily (and neatly) put your clothing in dresser drawers.
Moving on a Saturday can get tricky, especially if you are moving to an urban area. Instead, try moving during a weekday. It'll be easier to move around—and find parking—when most residents aren't at home.
First, make sure you do some research and check out the moving company's reviews. Then, we suggest giving the company a call versus just getting a quote online. A positive phone call experience is a good indicator of whether or not the company puts the customers needs first. Plus, it's easiest to find out whether or not they're flexible or a good fit for your need. Here's a helpful blog post on what to ask professional movers before you hire them.
Over the course of a month (or even earlier), you should begin to pack your home. Dedicate weekends or certain weekdays to tackling a particular room, out-of-season clothing—or just a set of cabinets. By breaking up packing responsibilities, you won't feel overwhelmed. Calendaring pre-packing responsibilities will help you stay on track, too.
Instead, rent Smart Bins which are plastic moving boxes. They don't require tape and they hold much more weight than traditional cardboard boxes. Plus, plastic moving boxes are free when you move with Smart Price Moving. Check out this blog about why plastic moving boxes are better than cardboard boxes for moving.
Most companies will let you schedule well in advance, so it's easy to mark this off of your master to-do list early.
You'll want to do this after you move out of your old home and before you move into your new home. Take care to take photos of any outstanding dings or damage, and be sure to bring it up to the landlord. This will prevent any undue charges.
It's much safer when transporting. You can also use your (massive!) supply of plastic grocery bags to create additional padding.
This will make it easier to put things together if you're moving on your own. After you break down your furniture, place corresponding nuts, bolts, and nails in clearly labeled zip lock bags.
Moving into a new apartment is indeed stressful. Having a checklist is really essential to help your move more organized and fast. You can also get additional tips when moving that can really help you with this blog I read http://www.avivmovers.com/movingguide/moving-tips/. Thank you for sharing this great post!
Moving to a new home or apartment is indeed stressful. That is why hiring professional movers are recommended. Hiring a moving company will help you lessen the stress of doing the task you need for your moving. Thank you for sharing this helpful information!


The state of Florida failed to conduct background checks on gun permits for more than a year because the employee in charge could not log in to the system, Miami Herald reports.
This is truly alarming at a time when the debate surrounding gun control continues to rock the nation, especially after the Parkland school massacre saw Florida lose several lives to gun violence earlier this year.
The revelation came to light after a previously unreported Office of Inspector General investigation found that the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services stopped using an FBI crime database called the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in February 2016. The background check system made sure that gun permits were not handed out to drug addicts or people with mental health problems, but the fact that Florida didn't conduct the checks could now mean that those people might have received permits who would otherwise be rejected to carry firearms in other states.
More than a year after Florida stopped conducting background checks, in March 2017, another employee discovered the aberration, but the damage had already been done.
For instance, applications to carry concealed weapons saw an exponential spike after the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando which left 50 people dead — the date of the attack coinciding with the time when Florida failed to conduct background checks.
Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam had made it a priority to streamline applications to carry concealed weapons since he was elected in 2010. Putnam even likes to brag about how he has helped more Floridians carry concealed weapons, boasting during a news conference in 2012 that while it used to take up to 12 weeks for an application to be approved, it took less than 35 days in his charge.
Putnam has been a great supporter of gun rights, even tweeting that he was a "proud NRA sellout" after investigators had found that his office had been responsible for botching thousands of background checks.
As of now, there are 1.8 million concealed weapon permit holders in the state of Florida, and it is truly alarming to know that a significant portion of those permits might have been approved because an employee failed to log into a backgrounds checks system.


Main Street Books opened its doors in November 2002, originally at 205 Main Street, only to quickly outgrow that space and evolve into the unique treasure that is presently located at 210 Main Street in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. Hailed by Southern Living Magazine as "a fine independent bookstore" (June, 2007), Main Street books has something to offer everyone.
Join us this week as we welcome Sam Haskell signing his new book "Promises I made to my Mother"
Owned by Jerry and Diane Shepherd, this venture has been one of love, "our hearts are so into this; we feel blessed to be part of such a unique community where friends, old and new, stop by just to say hello." With the vibrant revitalization of downtown Hattiesburg, an escape from the big city hustle and bustle can be found at Main Street Books.


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India's Income Tax Department may soon target crypto trades and ecosystem
CointelegraphSeptember 13, 2021
Indian entrepreneurs believe crypto tax laws are foundational to mainstream crypto acceptance by governments.
As the Income Tax Department of India reportedly considers taxing crypto traders and crypto exchanges soon, experts believe investors should rest assured.
According to ET Now's report, the tax department, which operates under India's Ministry of Finance, has signaled interest to tax crypto earnings through trade and exchanges. However, the sources claim that the move will not entitle cryptocurrencies to a valid asset class position.
Speaking to Cointelegraph, Indian entrepreneur Nischal Shetty, CEO of WazirX crypto exchange, said that getting clarity on crypto-related Goods and Services Tax (GST) will help in identifying the asset class of cryptocurrencies:
"It's a no-brainer that your crypto earnings are taxable like other income and should be declared in the Income Tax Returns. As of now, it is not clear whether the GST would be applied on the amount of cryptocurrency bought or on the transaction fees paid by the user."
Along these lines, the initial report suggests that the Indian government believes that all activities that generate incomes in cryptocurrencies must be taxed. However, a soon-to-be-released legislative proposal by the cabinet will provide further clarity on this decision.
On September 9, Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das echoed concerns about cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC): "We have conveyed our serious and major concerns about cryptocurrencies to the government from the point of view of financial stability."
Citing possibilities of a brewing legislative bill on crypto tax, Indian investor Evan Luthra of Luthra Group told Cointelegraph that taxing digital currencies "is a good thing."
"I think investors and potential investors have nothing to be scared about. Governments that realize the true potential of cryptocurrencies and bring in policies to support the innovation will be the leaders of the future."
Related: Former reserve bank official pushes for India to accept crypto
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) shared a booklet on January 25, exploring the use cases of a digital version of fiat currency.
While the government sees only two viable options for crypto, adoption and complete ban, the RBI has plans to implement its own version of CBDC if "there is a need."
Dogecoin Spin-Offs Soar 1,000% After Elon Musk Shows Off 'Floki' Puppy
MicroStrategy doles out $240M on additional Bitcoin purchase


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      def add_or_edit
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          return Chef::Log.info("#{@resource_name} '#{@name}' is up to date") if @item.like?(temp)
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            @item.add
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Category Archives: Sebastien Le Toux
Philadelphia 4, New England 4: Revs Collapse Like Cartoon Soufflé
New England took a 3-0 lead on Philadelphia after 25 minutes last night at PPL Park—and a 4-1 lead into the halftime break. But as they demonstrated in coughing up a two-goal second-half advantage over New York last month, no lead is safe with the 2011 Revolution.
After the Union's Freddy Adu scored his first MLS goal since 2007 to make it 4-2 in the 54th minute, you started to get a certain feeling….
Sure enough, Sebastien Le Toux buried a penalty in the 80th minute and then, two minutes into stoppage time, struck a fantastic equalizer to make it 4-4.
This game was a crazy-quilt of highlights and errors.
In addition to his goal, Adu completed 93% of his passes (according to Opta Sports), new Revs signing and potential Name Hall of Famer Moncef Zerka opened his MLS account with a skillful header, Benny Feilhaber and Roger Torres scored sweet goals from just outside the box, and the Revs' defense, as ESPN commentator Adrian Healey tweeted, was bagel soft.
Beyond all that—and unfortunately not included in the highlights below—both teams created golden chances to win it deep into stoppage time, after Le Toux's equalizer, but neither could finish.
Here's the clip:
It was an incredible fight-back by Philly, but they are still winless in seven games, with a big one coming up on Saturday against playoff contenders Portland. New England, whose playoff hopes are all but gone, return home to host FC Dallas on Saturday night.
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Morning Grab-Bag: Quiz Answers, Quote of the Day, and the Bloody Bloody Galaxy-Union Highlights
We've got a three-part post to start off this morning.
First up, the answers to Tuesday's NASL quiz. Thanks for playing. A few readers came up with several correct answers, and Prison Mike came verrrry close on one, but no one was able to ace all five.
1. Name the two players who played in both the NASL and Major League Soccer.
Hint: One is South African by birth who played for the USMNT, and the other is a recent coach of the Mexican national team.
A: Roy Wegerle, Hugo Sanchez.
2. Who was MVP of the final (1984) NASL season?
Hint: He went on to a legendary indoor-soccer career—as much as such thing is possible—with the New York Arrows, among other clubs. Also earned 14 caps for Yugoslavia.
A: Steve Zungul, who went on to score 372 goals in 145 games for the Arrows. Check him out here, and here.
3. Which team won the league in '84?
Hint: They had a German striker with a wicked left foot, and were located in the Midwest, like the Columbus Crew, which has the same black-and-yellow color schem as this team did.
A: Chicago Sting. Their lethal striker was Karl–Heinz Granitza.
4. Who is the NASL's alltime leading scorer?
Hint: This one's easy.
A: Giorgio Chinaglia, with an astonishing 193 goals in 213 appearances. He also scored 50 in 43 playoff games. The man's play was as immense as his ego.
5. Which team suited up George Best, Teofilo Cubillas, and Gerd Muller, yet never won an NASL title?
Hint: They also featured former MLS coach and current Gol TV commentator Ray Hudson—and they might be coming back.
A: Ft. Lauderdale Strikers
QUOTE OF THE DAY (POSSIBLY THE YEAR):
From Reuters:
Michel D'Hooghe, Senior FIFA executive committee member and chairman of FIFA's medical committee, on the rash of brutal tackling the game has seen in the past few years:
"I have made myself a compilation of hard tackles with dramatic consequences over the last two or three years in the most important competitions in the world. I do not dare to present it—it would take away your appetite. It is terrible. This must go out [of the game]. … This is my wish, that all that brutality that sometimes goes close to criminality on the field is thrown out in the interest of our players and of a nice soccer game."
Los Angeles 1, Philadelphia 0
Beckham follows last week's game-winning goal with a game-winning assist; Edson Buddle bags his league-leading 16 goal of the season; and Fred gets his melon split open by fellow Brazillian Juninho (not intentionally, we don't think).
Also: A terrific backheel by MVP-worthy Sebastien Le Toux produces a save-of-the-week candidate from Donovan Ricketts.
Good game last night. Check it out:
It's Friday: the next four days hold a full slate of MLS action, Euro 2012 qualifiers, and international friendlies—including two U.S. games. Buckle in.
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Le Toux Lights Up the Linc
Friend of Backpost and longtime Philly soccer supporter (and player) the Fenistrator attended the expansion Philadelphia Union's home opener against D.C. United on Saturday night, when Union striker Sebastien Le Toux scored all three goals in Philadelphia's 3-2 victory. The Fenistrator kindly filed this report on the festivities:
Grills and parking-lot pickup games began around noon for the 6:00pm start, and everyone was in good spirits for the first outdoor professional match in 30 years in the City of Brotherly Love.
After a heroic bout of pre-match tailgating in the Linc parking lot, we made our way toward the stadium, where crowds were backing up at the gates.
Just past the gates, each one of us had to pass through a metal detector—the increased security was due to the presence of Vice President Joe Biden at the game—and when we finally reached our seats, the stadium was largely empty. In fact, when the match began, there were still many empty seats, as people were delayed passing through security, clearing both metal detectors and wands.
We were handed souvenir Union towels, and some small placards with the game date, the teams, and the slogan "I witnessed history!"
The Union's call to arms is the somewhat extreme "Join or Die!" and if Saturday night's home opener was any indication, many chose the former: There were, eventually, nearly 35,000 fans inside the cavernous Lincoln Financial Field. It seems the Union will have no trouble selling out the new 18,500-capacity PPL stadium when it opens in Chester in late June.
Pre-game festivities included Honorary Captain Walt Bahr, one of Philly's famous "Old Pros" from the Lighthouse Field–era Philadelphia Nationals. Bahr played for the USA when it beat England in the 1950 World Cup. Of course many missed this ceremony—as well as the first 20 minutes of the match—due to VP Biden's presence to escort his granddaughter to the game's ceremonial first kick. The additional security was a hassle, but it did not damper the crowd's enthusiasm at all.
Security delays meant empty seats in the first half.
So we—and some 35,000 others—were primed and duly pumped, and then Sebastien Le Toux got the game off to a dream start, redirecting Roger Torres's cross past DC keeper Troy Perkins in the fourth minute. The Union was up 1-0 and you couldn't have scripted it any better. A beautiful pass from Alejandro Moreno set up Le Toux for his second of the day just before halftime.
Then two second-half mistakes by the Union got D.C. back into it. First, a Michael Orozco turnover set up Santino Quaranta's deflected goal, and then our young keeper, Chris Seitz, gifted Jaime Moreno an equalizer in the 70th minute. Seitz was about to punt, and Moreno made like he was going to put a boot in, causing the youngster to spill it at his feet at the top of the box. Moreno made no mistake in tying it up.
That left it to Le Toux to do this in the 80th minute:
…. to clinch the Union's first ever win, lock up the MLS player of the week award, and send D.C. to a miserable 0-3 start this season. The crowd was into it, and the Sons of Ben supporters were really into it, and the 30-year wait was well worth it.
A good time was had by all, except for the United fans making the two-plus hour drive north.
Now, don't get me wrong, we all enjoyed our Union experience, but I do have one pet peeve:
Call me a curmudgeon, I don't care, but being a spectator at a match in the USA is the most frustrating experience if you want to actually watch the game.
Maybe I've been to too many games in England, where the main focus is what happens on the field, but can somebody please tell me why so many so-called fans have to drink 30 Lite beers during the match, requiring you to constantly get up and down while they interrupt your sightline of the field??
Of course many around us were too busy having a social chin-wag to be concerned with the action—until the roar of the crowd forced them to look at the pitch.
In England, two 45-minute halves of no beer, no food, no vendors, no big video screens to distract you or allow you to see something you missed…. JUST PURE SPORT! No Multitasking!! [Editor: You'll be happy when you come to Red Bull Arena for the Union–RBNY tilt on April 24: no concession sales in the seats at RBA.]
I just found a new meaning for "Join or Die"—and I'd like to see it enforced at the Linc!
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We have been delighted by the response to our recent Transitions Survey and would like to thank all who completed the questionnaire. Feedback from this survey demonstrated that transition is an important topic for many of you and you are keen to discuss both good practice and challenges related to transition that you experience as practitioners working in the field of autism.
Registration begins: 09.30. Event ends: 15.45.
Throughout the day we will consider the Agenda for Change document – Improving Transitions for Young People with Additional Support Need which has been developed by members of the Scottish Transitions Forum (run by ARC Scotland) to help young people and their carers to achieve positive outcomes through personalisation, independence, choice and control of their transition process.
We will also showcase a range of projects and organisations from across the country who support people with autism at key points of transition.
Refreshments will be provided but attendees should bring their own lunch or visit the cafe on the ground floor of the Lord Hope Building.
Please note there is no charge for this event. The 50 places will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.
To book your place today, email autism.network@strath.ac.uk to request a booking form.


DEBT. The word that haunts people and businesses around the world every day. One can try to run and hide form it, but debt is a scary word that one cannot always avoid. There are ways to keep yourself in a stable financial position, but sometimes unexpected circumstances lead to the word we all dread, DEBT. Now, it isn't always due to bad luck but sometimes results from poor decision making. When it comes time to deal with that awful four letter word, it is important to know some of the main causes of debt to keep yourself out of it, if possible.
One of the main causes of debt is a reduction of income. When people are faced with a pay cut or even being laid off, income levels aren't going to be as high as before. The dark side to this is that everyday expenses will remain the same. Rent, utilities, car payments, grocery shopping, and medical expenses are just a few of the expenses that we all face, and these don't seem to lower in price as your income lowers. It's the sad truth that leaves many people in debt every year. Short term loans are great ways to handle debt situations to solve a quick problem such as car trouble or a medical procedure.
Poor money management is another cause of debt. We weren't all born as accountants so how could we all be expected to handle our money properly? Well, developing a monthly spending plan is a great start to effectively manage your money without aimlessly losing cash left and right. You might begin to recognize bad trends of how you spend your money after creating a monthly plan which can lead to improved habits by learning from it. If you manage money poorly you are setting yourself up for financial failure and no one likes to be continuously digging out of financial holes.
When it comes to personal choices, gambling has proven to be one of the top causes of debt as well. Many people find gambling as a form of entertainment that they may partake in every once and a while. However, there are also many people who devote their life to gambling and become addicted. This leads to large losses of money and results in overwhelming debt. Make sure to catch yourself before falling into the world of gambling and always look out for friends and family who might be getting too involved as well. Gambling is as dangerous as hard drugs and can truly split a family apart, usually because of issues with debt. Don't let yourself fall into debt if it is within your control, and always remember to Stay Wise!


The strong design of this contemporary pull is complemented by the three finish options. With four sizes, the Classico pull works well on everything from small drawers to cabinets and pantry doors.
Made of solid zinc-aluminum alloy.
Sizes: 5", 6-1/4", 7-5/8" and 12-5/8" center to center.
Using these pulls on our new bathroom vanities.
These drawer pulls are beautiful and look awesome on my new chocolate cabinetd. Very well made, sturdy but not too much (I bought the 7 5/8" length). Although the kitchen isn't yet done (waiting for my countertop) I've included a photo with the pulls below.


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House of Terror Museum
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The House of Terror Museum is easily accessible by the Millennium underground (M1) or tram 4 / 6. It is a short walk from Vörösmarty utca underground station or Oktogon tram stop.
Open every day except Monday:
The cash desk closes at
HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES
31 December (from 10.00 AM-3.00 PM)
NO ONLINE TICKET PURCHASE
Tickets are only available for purchase at the museum and no online payment option is available. For individual visitors admission is continuous each day. Booking is only available for group visits and guided tours can be booked for groups of min. 10 people. (For group visits please see GROUP BOOKING)
Full-price ticket: 4000 HUF
Reduced-price ticket: 2000 HUF
Temporary exhibition ticket: 2000 HUF
Temporary exhibition reduced price ticket: 1000 HUF
Temporary exhibition bought with the permanent: 1000 HUF
REDUCED ADMISSION
Reduced admission:
2000 HUF
- For people aged between 6-25, 62-70 for citizens of EEA - European Economic Area
- For families (at least two people under 18 and their immediate relatives, (citizens of EEA - European Economic Area)
Temporary exhibition reduced admission: 1000 HUF
- In case of buying tickets for both the temporary and the permanent exhibition
Please note that reduced admission is subject to documents confirming your eligibility (e.g. passport, identity card, driving license, teacher ID cards, etc.)
All discounts listed here are regulated by the Government Decree No 194/2000. (XI. 24.) on benefits at museum admission. The full text of the decree is available HERE.
GROUP BOOKING, GUIDED TOURS AND AUDIO GUIDES
Information: +36 (1) 374-2600
Group Booking: +36 (1) 374-2684
regisztracio@terrorhaza.hu
In case of booked visits groups receive priority entry and have the option to add a guided tour to their visit. Group visits and guided tours must be booked at least ten days prior to your visit. Guided tours are an optional service and you may book one or visit without it. The maximum number of people to enter the museum at the same time is 30, any group larger than that, will be divided into two and may enter with 10-15 difference approx. Groups may visit without booking, but in that case they may have to cope with significant waiting time.
We offer guided tours in English*.
The price of an English-speaking guided tour: 20000 HUF/group (maximum 30 people)
Audio Guide: 2000 HUF
Audio guides are available here without booking in English, German, Spanish, Russian, French, and Italian.
*Please note that guided tours are subject to availability and have to be booked at least 10 days prior to your visit. Please contact us via phone or e-mail to inquire about availabilities.
Group ticket: 3000 HUF/visitor (min. 20 people)
Group reduced-price ticket*: 1500 HUF/visitor (min. 20 people)
*(For people aged between 6-25, 62-70 citizens of EEA - European Economic Area). Group discounts apply for tickets of the same category.
For teachers (EEA citizens showing an identification of being a teacher or International Teacher Identity Card) and people aged 70 or older (EEA citizens) the entrance is free.
The following people may visit the Museum free of charge in regular opening times:
(194/2000 XI. 24. Gov. Decree)
- minors up to the age of 6
- citizens of the European Union aged 70 and older
-people with disabilities and their companion (up to 1 person)
(people possessing an official disability ID card issued by the Hungarian State Treasury confirming that they receive disability subsidies or any other ID confirming their disability (eg. medical certificates stating the fact of disability requested by the Hungarian State Treasury and a proof of identity). Other certificates of the Hungarian State Treasury are not acceptable (eg. increased family allowances) as the disability is not stated in them.
- teachers and retired teachers
- the holders of professional access card issued by the Secretary of State
- beneficiaries of international treaties
- members of national professional organisations with national public competence, related to museums and public collections, having at least 400 members
Admission is free of charge for the citizens of the EEA-European economic area on the first Sunday of each month:
-children under the age of 18 and their escort (max. 2 people -immediate relatives)
-for people under 26
Admission to our bookstore is free of charge!


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Митрополит Діонісій (? — 1587, Хутинський монастир) — митрополит Московський і всія Русі. Митрополит Діонісій був розумним, освіченим і красномовним, за що його називали «премудрим граматиком».

Про митрополита Діонісія збереглося небагато відомостей. Відомо, що в 1577 році він був ігуменом Хутинського монастиря. У лютому 1581 року хіротонізований на єпископа і зведений у сан митрополита Московського і всієї Русі.

При ньому помер цар Іван Грозний і вінчався на царство Федір Іоаннович. Архіпастирське служіння преосвященного Діонісія проходило в напруженій обстановці, коли йшла боротьба за вплив на царя між Борисом Годуновим і князями Шуйськими. Митрополит прагнув примирити ворогуючі сторони і на деякий час він досяг успіху в цьому. Фінансові потреби держави були такі, що Діонісій змушений був поступитися на соборі 1584 року багатьма пільгами церковного землеволодіння.

У 1586 році позбавлений кафедри і засланий в Хутинський монастир за викриття царського шурина Бориса Годунова. Помер у 1587 році в Хутинському монастирі.

Посилання

 Діонісій на сайті «Російське Православ'я»
 https://web.archive.org/web/20090520020810/http://lib.eparhia-saratov.ru/books/10k/kartashev/russianchurch1/85.html
 http://www.pravoslavie.ru/arhiv/040310103305.htm
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Померли 1587

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