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Parents rally as Vancouver daycare closes its doors
The Phil Bouvier Family Childcare Centre has served families in Strathcona and the Downtown Eastside since 2008
Jessica Kerr Nov 9, 2018 3:26 PM
Parents, kids and supporters of Phil Bouvier Family Childcare Centre march along Hastings Street calling for more childcare spaces in the community. Photo Jessica Kerr
Parents, children and supporters marched through the streets of Strathcona Friday morning demanding more childcare spaces in response to a neighbourhood daycare closing its doors.
Friday marked the last day for the Phil Bouvier Family Childcare Centre. Operated by the Vancouver Native Health Society (VNHS), the centre, which opened in 2008, mostly serves families from that neighbourhood and the Downtown Eastside.
"This daycare has done so much for the community," said parent Angela Giannoulis, who organized the rally. "The teachers here have done so much, many teachers have been here since the day it opened 10 years ago. We cannot let this day go by unmarked."
Her three-year-old son attended the daycare for two years before recently starting at a new daycare because of the impending closure.
"We felt really fortunate when we were able to get into Phil Bouvier," said parent Nathan Allen. "We love the staff there, they were so amazing with all of the kids there but we realized very quickly that there was a big problem with the Phil Bouvier Family Centre and that was the management there… This is really shameful that we've come to this point where in the midst of a childcare crisis we're having fewer childcare spaces as a result of the mismanagement of this centre. We really need a way forward to make sure childcare spaces are secure in our community and protected and even growing, and it's just shameful that we're at this point right now."
Nathan Allen, with daughter Penelope Allen-McKinney, 3, speaks while rally organizer Angela Giannoulis looks on. Parents and supporters marched toward Phil Bouvier Family Childcare Centre, which closed Friday. Photo Jessica Kerr
Standing outside the centre on Princess Avenue, the group of about 50 people shouted "Shame" and "No accountability. No consultation. No transparency."
"We've got a whole bunch of kids in our neighbourhood," said parent Jennifer Guest. "We have a lot of working parents. How is this happening? This is our daycare. We don't have a replacement in our neighbourhood. I'm appalled. I am appalled."
Kate Hodgson, coordinator at nearby Ray-Cam Cooperative Community Centre, talked about how the centre benefited children in the community. When it first opened 10 years ago, data measured by UBC's Early Learning Project showed that more than 70 per cent of children in Strathcona were not school ready when they started kindergarten.
"That was the highest vulnerability rate across the province of B.C. … since 2008 we've worked here, at Ray-Cam, at other community centres and we changed that rate," she said. "We're the only neighbourhood in the province of B.C. to improve to 52 per cent vulnerability. No one else was able to do that… We're worried we're going to step back."
Parents were first notified of the society's intention to close the childcare centre back in June. A little over a month later, the City of Vancouver issued a statement touting that the daycare centre had been saved by a $42,000 grant from the city through the 2018 Social Grant program, which includes an annual grant as well as transitional funding, and the Central City Foundation, which owns the building, agreeing to share the cost of transitional funding.
However, the society never received any of the funds because it had not met any of the conditions of the grant, which includes the requirement of a transition plan and an updated budget.
In 2007, Central City Foundation (CCF) received a $200,000 grant from the city to renovate the building. One of the stipulations was that it remain a daycare centre for at least 15 years. If not, the foundation would have to repay the $200,000 back to the city. In October, Sandra Singh, manager of arts, culture and community services with the City of Vancouver, sent a letter to CCF reiterating the city's expectation that the foundation ensures 49 licensed childcare spaces at Phil Bouvier.
"The city knows parents are very concerned, and shares those concerns," the city said in an email to the Courier. "The City hopes CCF will maintain these valuable childcare spaces for families who need them most."
Jennifer Johnstone, CCF president and CEO, said in an email that VNHS is "transforming the Phil Bouvier Family Centre and will be operating a new kind of childcare at the centre. They have assured us that there will be community based childcare that meets the needs of Indigenous children and families going forward," she said.
"Our tenants are changing their program, but it will still be childcare and it will still be a community use. We are therefore not in breach of our agreement with the city. We believe that we and the city are trying to achieve the same end, that this facility is home to a non-profit community organization that is offering childcare."
B.C. Government and Service Employees's Union president Stephanie Smith also attended Friday's rally.
The decision to close the daycare centre came at around the same time employees voted to join the union. The society and the union negotiated a settlement agreement to govern relations between the two sides while a collective agreement is worked out. Part of the settlement agreement is the commitment to keep that daycare centre open until November.
"We have worked side by side, shoulder to shoulder with parents, with families, with community organizations to make every effort to keep this incredible centre open and here we are today," Smith said. "Now that fight's not over as far as I'm concerned. We know that our government is making the largest in childcare in our province's history and so to have a centre closure while we're investing in new spaces and investing in staff and investing in families is not right… we need to continue to fight for quality childcare spaces of which this centre is definitely an example of."
The Vancouver Native Health Society could not yet be reached for comment.
@JessicaEKerr
jkerr@vancourier.com


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The top earning Inter Milan stars in 2021/22
Benjamin Blair November 30, 2021 3 min read
Football gets a bad name for being detached from the real world with money being thrown around right, left and centre without much care or attention.
On the whole, that's probably not far from the truth with plenty of senseless money splashed about.
How do the Nerazzurri measure up in that regard? Find out here as we take a look at the top earning Inter Milan stars in 2021/22.
Number 5. Edin Dzeko, £100k per week
Kicking off our list of the top earning Inter Milan stars is Edin Dzeko. The former Man City forward was a surprise addition in the summer transfer window leaving Jose Mourinho's AS Roma to head to the San Siro. The contract he penned to complete that move is worth £100k per week; it's hard to argue with it because he's started the campaign in great shape. Six goals and two assists in eight Serie A games is a brilliant return at this stage.
Number 4. Arturo Vidal, £110k per week
Here's one that will trigger some debate. Arturo Vidal is currently pulling in £110k per week and, whilst there is no questioning the career he has had, you do wonder whether it's money well spent at this moment in time. So far this season he's made a total of five appearances in all competitions with a goal and assist to his name. Of course, that doesn't tell the whole story because Vidal hasn't started a single game and has played just 140 minutes.
Number 3. Alexis Sanchez, £120k
Inter Milan's shortest player, Alexis Sanchez, is another name that might make Inter fans wince when they see he's the third highest paid player in their squad right now. Sanchez arrived at Inter off the back an awful spell with Manchester United and whilst his stats, which read as a goal contribution every 2.5 games, aren't terrible they're hardly what Inter were hoping for when they slapped this rather sizeable contract in front of the Chilean legend. The fact he's managed a paltry 70 minutes this season tells you all you need to know.
See also Messi changed between the two halves! Another poor performance from the Argentine! football
Number 2. Ivan Perisic, £120k
On level pegging with Alexis Sanchez is Ivan Perisic, who set a bizarre record with his goal against Lazio at the weekend. You would suggest his wages represent significantly better value for Inter Milan. The decorated former Bayern Munich winger has racked up 214 appearances during his spell in Italy contributing 47 goals and 41 assists. Strangely, that gives him a similar contribution per game ratio as Sanchez yet you'd be hard pressed to find an Inter fan who wouldn't rather have Perisic. The manager, Simone Inzaghi, clearly agrees. Perisic has made seven Serie A appearances this season averaging 75 minutes per match.
Number 1. Christian Eriksen, £130k
The man topping our list of the top earning Inter Milan stars is Christian Eriksen. Now, given the horrific scare that occurred during Denmark's European Championship opener in the summer, it's perhaps harsh to create this debate but it needs to be done. Does £130k represent good value for Eriksen?
Paolo Condo thinks his absence is a bigger drag on the team than Achraf Hakimi and Romelu Lukaku whilst others would say he's somewhat underwhelmed since signing from Tottenham. We don't want to fence sit but when you're the top earning player on the books then it shouldn't even be a debate. For that reason, we'd suggest he's taking out more than he's putting in (health issues aside, of course). You wouldn't have the highest paid NFL player being a benchwarmer, would you?
There you have it, our guide to the top earning Inter Milan stars. So, what side of the argument do you come down on? Are Inter spending wisely or wasting wads of cash?
See also Gornik - Legia. A record attendance is coming
Benjamin Blair
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Sorry Folks, no more Betas here.
Immer noch keine beta 2 für high Sierra und iOS 11 so langsam sollte das Update kommen.
So long and thanks for all the fish, eh, betas!
hmm the reason to stop publishing betas can't be true apple had is public beta program since 3 years and no time? How much time does it take to download a beta and upload it on another server ? 3 seconds to click the download button and 3 seconds to click the upload button?
sorry to hear. Like today the first HS beta .1 is out and dev only so far. This site spoiled us in the past.
hmm ja und wie kommst man an die developer Betas?


Winter hit us hard this weekend!! An overnight snowfall in the area through Friday into Saturday meant conditions on the surrounding roads were not good at all. Hence a drop in turnout, but well done to those who braved the conditions, and in particular Nick Haley, who posted 95/283 to lead the other 4 hardy souls.
Sunday's turnout was much stronger, and so too were the scores.
High Gun was Shaun Porter, with a superb 100/295. Well done Shaun! Excellent shooting!
AA was won by Dave Toomer, one point behind Shaun on 99/294, continuing his fine run of high scores. Top stuff Dave!
Another consistent performer took A class, Jerry Ayshford posting 98/292. Great to see Jerry performing so well!
B class was won by Steve Marsh with a terrific 98/285. Well done Steve!
And Mark Noble took C class with a fine 90/266. Well done Mark!
Great to see our Gloucestershire group descend on us again too, and a special mention to young Nathan Beames who, on his first visit to our ground, shot his very first 25 straight!! Brilliant Nathan!! Well done!!
Thank you SOOO much to all who helped with refereeing today, Kevin, Janine, Sue, Malcolm, Fergie, and especially Bill Logan, who always goes the extra mile!!
There will be some changes to our refereeing arrangements in the coming weeks, look out for notification on this soon.


Dereck Rovaris Sr. was named vice provost for diversity at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. He has been serving as associate vice chancellor for academic and multicultural affairs at the university's Health Sciences Center in New Orleans.
Dr. Rovaris is a graduate of the University of Kansas, where he tripled majored in psychology, human development and family life, and crime and delinquency studies. He holds a master's degree in guidance and counseling from Xavier University in New Orleans and a doctorate in higher education administration from the University of Illinois.
Beverly L. Downing was appointed interim provost and vice president for academic affairs at Kentucky State University in Frankfort. She has been serving as associate provost for undergraduate education and assistant vice president for academic affairs since last August.
Dr. Downing is a graduate of Livingstone College in Salisbury, North Carolina. She holds a master's degree in education from Hampton University in Virginia and a doctorate in pedagogy from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro.
Kimathi Choma will serve as interim assistant dean for diversity, recruitment, and retention for the College of Arts and Sciences at Kansas State University. For the past six years, Dr. Choma has been an administrator for the university's College of Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Choma is graduate of Messiah College in Grantham, Pennsylvania, and the College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University. He also holds a master of public health degree from Kansas State University.


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package com.brightr.weathermate.parsers;

import java.io.BufferedInputStream;
import java.io.BufferedReader;
import java.io.IOException;
import java.io.InputStream;
import java.io.InputStreamReader;
import java.io.UnsupportedEncodingException;
import java.net.HttpURLConnection;
import java.net.MalformedURLException;
import java.net.SocketTimeoutException;
import java.net.URL;
import java.util.Scanner;

import org.apache.http.HttpEntity;
import org.apache.http.HttpResponse;
import org.apache.http.client.ClientProtocolException;
import org.apache.http.client.methods.HttpPost;
import org.apache.http.impl.client.DefaultHttpClient;
import org.json.JSONException;
import org.json.JSONObject;

import android.os.Build;
import android.util.Log;

public class JSONTrafficParser {

	   static InputStream is = null;
	    static JSONObject jObj = null;
	    static String json = "";

	    // constructor
	    public JSONTrafficParser() {

	    }

	    public JSONObject getJSONFromUrl(String url) {

	        // Making HTTP request
	        try {
	            // defaultHttpClient
	            DefaultHttpClient httpClient = new DefaultHttpClient();
	            HttpPost httpPost = new HttpPost(url);

	            HttpResponse httpResponse = httpClient.execute(httpPost);

	            HttpEntity httpEntity = httpResponse.getEntity();

	            is = httpEntity.getContent();

	        } catch (UnsupportedEncodingException e) {
	            e.printStackTrace();
	        } catch (ClientProtocolException e) {
	            e.printStackTrace();
	        } catch (IOException e) {
	            e.printStackTrace();
	        }

	        try {
	            BufferedReader reader = new BufferedReader(new InputStreamReader(
	                    is, "iso-8859-1"), 8);
	            StringBuilder sb = new StringBuilder();
	            String line = null;
	            while ((line = reader.readLine()) != null) {
	                sb.append(line + "\n");
	            }
	            is.close();
	            json = sb.toString();
	            Log.w("JSONTrafficParser", json.toString());
	        } catch (Exception e) {
	            Log.e("Buffer Error", "Error converting result " + e.toString());
	        }

	        // try parsing the string to a JSON object
	        try {
	        	if(json != null){
	            jObj = new JSONObject(json);
	        	}else{
	        		jObj = null;
	        	}
	        } catch (JSONException e) {
	            Log.e("JSON Parser", "Error parsing data " + e.toString());
	        }

	        // return JSON String
	        return jObj;

	    }

	    public static JSONObject requestWebService(String serviceUrl) {
	    	disableConnectionReuseIfNecessary();

	    	HttpURLConnection urlConnection = null;
	    	try {
	    		// create connection
	    		URL urlToRequest = new URL(serviceUrl);
	    		urlConnection = (HttpURLConnection)
	    			urlToRequest.openConnection();
	    		int CONNECTION_TIMEOUT = 0;
	    		int DATARETRIEVAL_TIMEOUT = 0;

				urlConnection.setConnectTimeout(CONNECTION_TIMEOUT );

				urlConnection.setReadTimeout(DATARETRIEVAL_TIMEOUT );

	    		// handle issues
	    		int statusCode = urlConnection.getResponseCode();
	    		Log.w("JSONTrafficParser", "Response Code is " + statusCode);
	    		if (statusCode == HttpURLConnection.HTTP_UNAUTHORIZED) {
	    			// handle unauthorized (if service requires user login)
	    		} else if (statusCode != HttpURLConnection.HTTP_OK) {
	    			// handle any other errors, like 404, 500,..
	    		}

	    		// create JSON object from content
	    		InputStream in = new BufferedInputStream(
	    			urlConnection.getInputStream());
	    		return new JSONObject(getResponseText(in));

	    	} catch (MalformedURLException e) {
	    		// URL is invalid
	    	} catch (SocketTimeoutException e) {
	    		// data retrieval or connection timed out
	    	} catch (IOException e) {
	    		// could not read response body
	    		// (could not create input stream)
	    	} catch (JSONException e) {
	    		// response body is no valid JSON string
	    	} finally {
	    		if (urlConnection != null) {
	    			urlConnection.disconnect();
	    		}
	    	}

	    	return null;
	    }

	    /**
	     * required in order to prevent issues in earlier Android version.
	     */
	    private static void disableConnectionReuseIfNecessary() {
	    	// see HttpURLConnection API doc
	    	if (Integer.parseInt(Build.VERSION.SDK)
	    			< Build.VERSION_CODES.FROYO) {
	    		System.setProperty("http.keepAlive", "false");
	    	}
	    }

	    private static String getResponseText(InputStream inStream) {
	    	// very nice trick from
	    	// http://weblogs.java.net/blog/pat/archive/2004/10/stupid_scanner_1.html
	    	return new Scanner(inStream).useDelimiter("\\A").next();
	    }

}

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Images galleries – images can be uploaded to the galleries. Richard demonstrated how images can be placed in post and everyone can view the images. The body of the post can be edited within the Drupal window. It can also be designed in Dreamweaver. Code can be copied and pasted to the window for more ease in adding and editing post. Passwords and email address can be change under my account link.
A shared email folder under GroupWise was setup to receive emails from Ed Sullivan the coordinator for Adobe user groups. Emails for other user groups will also be sent to this shared folder.
The AMMUG Mission Statement was written by Dawn and posted under the general section of the forum. Two mission statements were posted and suggestions are welcome.
If registered users would like their announcements or topics to be displayed on the first page of the site contact the admin. Most recent post will show up on the right and left columns as links.
Next Troy spoke about Dreamweaver and discussed speakers that he thought would be helpful for the user group. During his attendance at the MAX Conference Troy attended a presentation on CSS. He spoke with the speaker and he was willing to come to one of our meetings in the summer. The speaker discussed ways to make CSS work in different browser and how to convert existing table sites to tableless. Hopefully he will be able to come between June and August.
Eric (?) is also willing to speak on Contribute. He is willing to help users with setup and problems that they may be having.
It is the hope of the user group that presenter will teach and provide on hands opportunities.
Having a speaker on ColdFusion was suggested. Ben Forta will be in Atlanta February 3 for people interested in ColdFusion.
Flex was suggested as a topic.
Flex is the coder view of flash. You make flash application by coding. Flex uses tags similar to ColdFusion. Flex may be available for the user group. One product from Adobe is usually given every 6 months to the user group.
Ajax was also mention as a possible topic. Google Earth was built from Ajax.
Troy went over some of the Dreamweaver killer tips from the AMMUG website.
Books section of the site can be edited. Textually changes and additions can be made.
Troy will upload some the notes he collected at the Max Conference.
Richard and Troy encouraged us to use the forum to post questions or solutions that we have discovered while working with the products.
University orders for Dreamweaver were thought to still go through Govconnection.
Great place to find extensions for Dreamweaver.
Generating Dynamic CSS Menus is one of the extensions shown. This company will create custom extension.
Submitted by feuerri on Thu, 2006-01-19 14:41.
Submitted by Dawn on Fri, 2006-01-20 09:49.
Submitted by hartljo on Fri, 2006-01-20 17:12.
Great job. Very detailed. Thanks.


Discussion in 'Beginners' started by yogi, 20 Dec 2007.
Our new YOGi Plymouth website is now live with lots of photographs etc.
So if you're in the area check out what's on and why not join us for a ride sometime.
We offer a monthly Fun Mountain Bike Ride and also an Easy Road Ride aimed specifically at beginners/novices etc.
A good site Yogi, will try to join you for a ride when I'm next in the area!!!!!
Yeh, that would be good......long way to travel though!
Thanks for the feedback. We'll try to keep updating the site regularly so keep visiting.


For those following this blog, you will know I'm quite a big music fan, but you may not know that I have also been writing and recording songs for many years. I've released 3 albums in the past few years with the last album 'Departures' by Blue Angel being released 2 years ago and have been working on a number of songs over the past few months.
This track 'To Become An Immortal' samples anarchist, tai chi guru, author and friend, the teapotmOnk Paul Read talking about Lao Tzu and Taoism. Hope you like it!
What Would You Do If… ?


Global Financial Integrity's (GFI) latest study on illicit financial outflows from developing countries, reports an $8.44 trillion loss over the last decade (2000-2009). Despite efforts to contain illegal capital flows, an estimated drop from $1.55 trillion in 2008 to $903 billion in 2009 is clearly not due to improved global governance, but rather due to the global economic crisis. This is partly indicated by the significant shift from trade mispricing to other methods of concealing theft, corruption and tax evasion. At this time of crisis, outflows of capital from the developing world are particularly scandalous.


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Riverside Machine & Engineering: Standing on the Shoulders of Supercomputers
There are only a few names in the history of computers more renowned than Seymour Cray. He ranks among the top-tier pioneers of computing: in the company of giants such as Alan Turing, Steve Wozniak, Tim Berners-Lee, and Guy Lewis Steele. In 1976, he became the first person ever to build a so-called "supercomputer," a computer able to perform huge sequences of complex functions in the course of a few seconds. Throughout his long tenure at the head of the Cray Computer Corporation, he developed facilities across America that could manufacture the sorts of computers used in managing complex systems – everything from NORAD to NASDAQ. Among the facilities he got going was the Cray Machining Facility,now known as our own Riverside Machine & Engineering here in Wisconsin. To reduce the heat on the computers, Cray bought aluminum plates fused together to reduce heat-similar to a radiator. The problem was that suppliers were running at around 50% scrap which dramatically increased cost. Seymour Cray decided to build a facility so he could produce his own cold plates and reduce the scrap level down to 17% on his own as well as improved delivery and to better control the schedules and demands to market.
As Cray computers gradually (in the mid 1990s) became outdated in the face of newer, more self-contained, and less pricey competition, Cray Computer Corporation found itself having to shut down multiple production and engineering facilities throughout North America, including the one now occupied by Riverside. Only a few months after the company had been sold to another corporate entity, Mr. Cray, the man and living legend, sadly passed away.
That's where Metal Craft stepped into the fray, purchasing Cray Machining Center – of Cray's north Wisconsin subsidiary, in 1996. We took the pioneering engineering processes developed by Cray Corporation and gave them the ultramodern update they needed. When we bought the facility, it was suffering from a 17% overall product scrap rate. By the time we were finished revamping and restructuring, a period that lasted only a few weeks, the scrap rate had become almost non-existent.
Here at Metal Craft/Riverside, we'd like to think we follow in the path-breaking spirit of Seymour Cray. Leaders in our own high-tech field, we take our cues from legendary forebears.
Seymour Cray's only surviving talk; introducing the Cray-1 at UC Berkeley:
[youtube=http://youtu.be/vtOA1vuoDgQ]
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The MOAEC portfolio consists of four granted U.S. Patents.
U.S. Patent No. 5,969,283 for a "Music Organizer and Entertainment Center" covers a music organizer and entertainment center provides a center having a microprocessor, sound card functions and high-volume data storage and retrieval units for playing back music according to a variety of predetermined categories. Music can be played back in random form or can be played back according to a particular pre-selected order. The categories are provided by service provider who delivers selected titles and/or songs to the end user. The songs are typically loaded using a custom CD-ROM provided from the service provider. The music is provided in- data-compressed form and is decompressed and processed through a sound card during playback. The categories can include a variety of parameters such as title, artists, date, speed, dance characteristics, subjective energy level and music style, such as easy-listening, upbeat, etc.
This patent has a priority date of June 17, 1998 and was published October 19, 1999. Click here for a .pdf of the patent.
U.S. Patent No. 6,232,539 for a "Music Organizer and Entertainment Center" covers a music organizer and entertainment center provides a center having a microprocessor, sound card functions and high-volume data storage and retrieval units for playing back music according to a variety of predetermined categories. Music can be played back in random form or can be played back according to a particular pre-selected order. The categories are provided by service provider who delivers selected titles and/or songs to the end user. The songs are typically loaded using a custom CD-ROM provided from the service provider. The music is provided in data-compressed form and is decompressed and processed through a sound card during playback. The categories can include a variety of parameters such as title, artists, date, speed, dance characteristics, subjective energy level and music style, such as easy-listening, upbeat, etc.
This patent has a priority date of June 17, 1998 and was published May 15, 2001. Click here for a .pdf of the patent.
U.S. Patent No. 6,953,886 for a "Music Organizer and Entertainment Center" covers a media organizer and entertainment center includes an importer for importing individual media/data selections and automatically assigning each selection at least one associated category flag pursuant to predetermined or user defined criteria. The center also includes a storage device for storing compressed data corresponding to the plurality of individual media/data selections and the associated category flags and a retriever for retrieving selections from the storage device based upon user selection of one or more of the associated category flags, and a data decompresser that translates the compressed data into playable digital or audio media data. With the center, playable digital or audio media data can be advantageously transported, organized, played or recorded through or on a variety of products or devices.
This patent has a priority date of June 17, 1998 and was published October 11, 2005. Click here for a .pdf of the patent.
U.S. Patent No. 7,205,471 for a "Music Organizer and Entertainment Center" covers a media organizer and entertainment center includes an importer for importing individual media/data selections and automatically assigning each selection at least one associated category flag pursuant to predetermined or user defined criteria. The center also includes a storage device for storing compressed data corresponding to the plurality of individual media/data selections and the associated category flags and a retriever for retrieving selections from the storage device based upon user selection of one or more of the associated category flags, and a data decompresser that translates the compressed data into playable digital or audio media data. With the center, playable digital or audio media data can be advantageously transported, organized, played or recorded through or on a variety of products or devices.
This patent has a priority date of June 17, 1998 and was published April 17, 2007. Click here for a .pdf of the patent.


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"Craps" in schools: officials worry about teen gambling
Research indicates as many as 88% of adult Iowans gamble, but state officials have begun to focus on teenage gambling.
Mark Vander Linden, coordinator of the Iowa Gambling Treatment program, says Iowa teens were surveyed in November and December, but the results aren't yet available. "In general, I can draw on youth prevalence surveys in Nebraska, New York, Arizona," Vander Linden says. "Youth are at incredibly high risk for problem gambling."
The New York survey found 10 percent of teenagers in the Empire State were "problem" gamblers. According to Vander Linden, that is significantly higher than the number of adults who are addicted gamblers, and that's why the Iowa survey of teenagers was launched. "That informs us that even before these results are released, we need to pay attention to that," Vander Linden says.
Iowa law bars anyone under the age of 21 from gambling at the state-licensed casinos and you must be 21 to buy a lottery ticket, but Vander Linden says teens aren't gambling in the typical ways adults do. "By and large, what we're seeing is it's either on-line poker of Texas Hold 'Em in parents' basements," Vander Linden says. "You're seeing, and this is anecdotal…but you're seeing craps during school." Craps is a game played with dice.
Research indicates many adults who say they're gambling addicts started wagering when they were teenagers. Vander Linden says Iowa gambling treatment counselors now work with teenagers who say they've got a problem. In addition, state officials like Vander Linden are trying to devise ways to get schools to start talking with students about the dangers of gambling. "A lot of schools say, 'You know what, we have a lot of requirements that we need to get done,' and so it's difficult," Vander Linden says. "'Hence one of the strategic plan components that we're looking at is why don't we take a look at developing what are, nationally, the best practices in presentation for specific age groups, for specific grade levels and try to partner at a different level, at the Department of Education level, as opposed to trying to go at that lower level and begin making inroads in that way. I think it's really important to reach this population."
Vander Linden testified Thursday before the House State Government Committee. Listen to all of what he had to say by clicking on the audio link below.
AUDIO: Vander Linden testifies. 16:00 MP3
Filed Under: Politics / Govt Tagged With: Democratic Party, Gambling, Legislature, Republican Party


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It's that time again! The Innovation Hub in downtown Little Rock was abuzz last week with more than 240 people representing 180 plus businesses from across the region, for the annual Industry Days contracting event. Industry Days have been a boon periodically over 13 years for the Little Rock District. This informational and business exchanges symposium gives the District an opportunity to educate contractors on the basics of the contracting process.
Some of the elements discussed are the types of work offered, what it takes to put in a good bid, how to obtain a contract, how to stay in good standing, and how to get compensated. Industry Days is important since it allows the Corps to receive better submissions of bid packages, ensuring that they can select contractors who will be the best fit for the contract being awarded.
Contractors listening in to a presentation at Industry Days.
Given this event has been held numerous times over the last decade, it might be a challenge to generate continued interest year after year. However, the Little Rock team has been able to stave off stagnancy by continually offering new and varied educational content in tandem with business opportunities for contractors to obtain partnerships with other contractors.
Among one of the primary reasons that Little Rock's Industry Days are so successful is due to a dedicated core team made up of 12 individuals, whose main goal is to create a meaningful exchange between contractors and the Corps. This is achieved by the team securing multiple business opportunities from other agencies. Additionally, the symposium featured representation from other Corps districts in the Southwestern Division, Northwestern Division, and Mississippi Valley Division in order to maximize these opportunities while the contractors are in attendance.
A representative from Kansas City Division meeting with contractors.
Annually, there are over 1,000 contract actions processed. And more than a billion dollars in contracts are up for grabs for fiscal year 2019, so attending Industry Days acts as a jumping off point for contractors to learn the steps needed to succeed in bidding on these contracts.
The two day event has been fruitful for contractors and the Corps alike. It has allowed contractors the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to construct well-tailored bids and the Corps to get the best people for the job. It's a win, win!


On April 8, 2000, Robinson Iriarte de la Fuente, a U.S.-trained captain in the Bolivian army, lifted his rifle and fired into a barricade line of protestors. The previous evening, Bolivia's President Hugo Banzer had imposed martial law and called in the military to clear the streets in Cochabamba, the country's third largest city. Despite the crackdown, thousands of people-retired workers, middle-class students, street children, small-scale farmers-had stormed the central plaza to continue their months-long demonstration against the government's privatization of the city's water works.
The World Bank had threatened to withhold $600 million in debt relief if Bolivia did not privatize its water utilities. So in September 1999, Cochabamba signed over control of its aging, inadequate waterworks to Aguas del Tunari, an international consortium led by the U.S.-based corporation Bechtel. Water bills in the average household rose in one month by 35 percent. Meanwhile service generally remained sporadic, with water running less than four hours a day in many parts of the city. In response, the Coordinadora for the Defense of Water and Life, a coalition of labor organizers, environmentalists, and social activists, organized a general strike that shut down the city.
Iriarte's shot instantly killed 17-year-old student Victor Hugo Daza, enraging the protesters. Hundreds more were injured. With the violence growing, the executives of Aguas del Tunari fled the city. Government officials called an emergency meeting and rescinded the water contract, saying the company had abandoned its 40-year, $2.5 billion concession.
The protesters declared victory. The Bolivian government returned control of the water system to the utility, and has involved the Coordinadora. "The people-not the leaders-said no to privatization of water because it is a resource we cannot live without," said labor organizer and head of the Coordinadora, Oscar Olivera, at a speech a few days later in Washington, D.C. But Cochabamba's water troubles are far from over.
Privatization of state-run industries and utilities has long been a prescription of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). But privatization "shock therapy," intended to help indebted countries lure investment from international corporations, has only recently been applied to public water systems. When world leaders at the Rio Earth Summit in 1992 recognized water as an "economic good," they were acknowledging the failure of governments to provide clean drinking water to more than 1.1 billion people. This international commodification of water has opened the door for corporations to prospect for profits from a crucial resource that many consider to be a human right.
"Water is a public trust and it is the responsibility of governments to see to it that all of their people have access to a safe and adequate supply," said Sandra Postel, director of the Global Water Policy Project in Amherst, Massachusetts. "But they haven't done this, so how will the job get done? Can the private sector be a helpful partner?" The answers to these questions are certain to be the center of fierce debates in the future, as more and more governments are now turning to privatization as a means to attract much-needed investment in aging and inadequate water systems.
There are now 36 countries-all in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East-that are water stressed, meaning that they do not have enough fresh water to meet the industrial, municipal, and food production needs of their people. Seven more countries-including Ethiopia, Iran, and Nigeria-will join the ranks of the water stressed by 2015.
With more and more demand for water and fewer available supplies, the water industry estimates that potential returns in the global water market could run around $1 trillion. The untapped market is vast: private companies currently provide less than 10 percent of the water services worldwide. The two largest water corporations, Vivendi and Suez Lyonnaise des Eaux (both based in France), each draw annual revenues of roughly $10 billion from water and wastewater services. Together they provide water to more than 200 million people in more than 120 countries.
While countries with generally well-run public water utilities like the United States have been slow to privatize water systems, many developing countries-faced with rapid urbanization and deteriorating water systems-are looking to the corporate sector for assistance. The World Bank estimates that providing infrastructure to meet increased demands for water in the next decade will cost more than $60 billion a year. Privatization has offered some governments the chance to attract the private capital and expertise needed to build and expand expensive water systems, and help connect the millions who currently make do without piped water.
Many poor communities currently rely on questionable water sources and expensive, small-scale private suppliers. In Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, poor families pay 5 times the municipal rate; in Dhaka, Bangladesh, they pay 25 times; in Cairo, Egypt, 40 times. Privatization of the water utility in El Alto, Bolivia-where poor families currently pay more than 10 times as much for their water from tanker trucks than wealthier residents with piped water-is connecting poor communities to the municipal water system and reducing their water bills.
"In many countries water is a paternalistic sector-people expect water delivered at a low cost or for free," said Keegan Eisenstadt, a hydrologist with U.S.-based consulting firm Development Alternatives. "But as cities grow, this expectation makes it difficult for public utilities to raise enough money to maintain current systems, let alone build additional infrastructure." Managed carefully, privatization can help utilities improve their services by providing the capital and expertise needed to, for example, repair leaks in water mains, expand connections to unserved communities, or improve billing systems. But where governments have failed to provide adequate oversight, the results have been explosive.
Privatization schemes around the world have resulted in drastic rate increases, significant job cuts, fewer environmental safeguards, dropped conservation initiatives, and halted service to poor or remote communities. "Because the companies are motivated by profit and not public service, they have no incentive to supply the poor with water," says Maude Barlow, a leading opponent of water privatization with the advocacy group Council of Canadians, in her report Blue Gold.
In Tucuman Province in Argentina, a Vivendi subsidiary was forced to cancel its contract after large rate increases and poor water quality led to a general strike against paying water bills. In Ghana, where the average income is barely over $1 a day, massive protests broke out after the government nearly doubled water rates to prepare for privatization under pressure from the International Monetary Fund. In Atlanta, Georgia, the city council has threatened to cancel its contract with Suez after numerous cases of water contamination, and a decline in efficiency (the company has significantly cut staff to reduce its operating costs).
"The potential advantages of privatization are often greatest where governments have been weakest and failed to meet basic water needs," finds the Pacific Institute for Studies in Development, Environment, and Security in its thoughtful new report on water privatization. "Unfortunately, the worst risks of privatization are also where governments are weakest, where they are unable to provide the oversight and management functions necessary to protect public interests."
"Water privatization can foster corruption and result in rate hikes, inadequate customer service, and a loss of local control and accountability," said Wenonah Hauter of Public Citizen, a public advocacy group based in Washington, D.C. After years of lobbying from groups like Public Citizen, local unions, and other organizations, in November the city of New Orleans, Louisiana, turned down bids from Suez and Vivendi for a 20 year, billion dollar water contract.
"There is little doubt that the headlong rush to private markets has failed to address some of the most critical issues and concerns about water," said Peter Gleick, lead author of the Pacific Institute's report, "The New Economy of Water." Privatization may leave poor and under-served communities neglected, undermine conservation programs, or degrade ecosystems through efforts to tap new water sources. Still, the report concludes that private control of some elements of water provision-especially contracts with strong public oversight and the participation of affected parties-may help provide basic water needs for people and ecosystems, improve the efficiency and productivity of water systems, and facilitate equitable access to water for poor communities.
"How do we mobilize the capital needed to put in the pumps, pipes, and wells that are needed, and do it in a way that is fair, affordable, and environmentally sound?" asks Postel of the Global Water Policy Project. "Ideally, I'd rather the corporations stay out of it," she says. "They are motivated more by profits than public service, and they are accountable first and foremost to their shareholders, not the public. But that means governments need to step up to the plate."
Back in Cochabamba, the future of the city's water system is uncertain. While the Coordinadora's water cooperative has established new connections to a number of underserved communities and set up a huge new water tank, the system is still in disrepair and the utility is saddled by debts. New foreign investment looks unlikely, and 40 percent of the city remains without water service. And Bechtel is suing for breach of contract, demanding $25 million for its lost investment. But the Cochabamba water war has struck a chord around the world and raised serious questions about who will control water.


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There was good news for anyone buying or selling a house, or working in property, on 11 May when the prime minister announced that the housing market would be reopening for business just two days later.
With lockdown measures being gradually eased, it was time for the 373,000 property sales (according to Zoopla) put on hold during the crisis to progress.
Amendments to regulations mean people can now visit estate agents and view residential properties, while surveyors and valuers can undertake physical inspections.
So it's business as usual… or is it?
Lockdown impact
Despite widespread doubts about whether the UK is coming out of lockdown too soon, the announcement was good news for the mortgage market.
Lockdown rules had put a stop to valuations and surveys, causing property purchases to stall. Some lenders turned to automated valuation models, but these couldn't be used for high loan-to-value purchases or certain types of property.
As a result, lockdown saw the number of mortgage products available at high loan-to-value ratios drop sharply. Analysis by Which? found there were 294 two-year fixed rate mortgages available up to 90 per cent LTV on the market in March, but just 24 in May, a 92 per cent reduction.
Meanwhile, Moneyfacts found that the number of mortgage deals on the market fell from 5,222 at the start of March to 2,566 in May, a drop of 51 per cent.
Restrictions lifted
But within a week of restrictions being eased, the mortgage market started to show signs of life. Valuers returned to work, albeit under a new set of rules.
For example, valuers working for Shawbrook Bank must now ensure occupants vacate the property before inspection. Surveyors are also obliged to wear personal protective equipment and maintain social distancing.
Meanwhile, several lenders including Yorkshire Building Society, Accord and Ipswich Building Society restarted lending at high LTVs.
According to Rightmove, the lifting of lockdown restrictions prompted many would-be buyers to resume their property search. The property portal claimed visits to its listings jumped 45 per cent, while email enquiries to agents rose by 70 per cent almost overnight.
Rival portal Zoopla was equally optimistic. It claims its UK Cities House Price Index found pent-up demand has exceeded levels recorded pre-lockdown at the start of March.
Government advice states that all physical viewings must now be limited to members of the same household and open house viewings are not allowed. Potential buyers should avoid touching surfaces, wash their hands regularly, and bring their own hand sanitiser.
Vendors have been told to open all internal doors and ensure surfaces, such as door handles, are cleaned after each viewing. Sellers are also advised to vacate their property while viewings are taking place. Obviously all parties involved in a visit must not have any Covid-19 symptoms.
Reassessing cases
Your Mortgage Decisions director Dominik Lipnicki says some pre-lockdown transactions are now beginning to complete – but not without issues.
"We are seeing lenders reassess cases, especially for self-employed and furloughed borrowers, with many lenders insisting that letters from employers are provided guaranteeing the job post furlough. Unsurprisingly, many employers are not willing to provide such documentation," he says. "We are also seeing lenders asking not just for accounts from self-employed clients, but recent bank statements to show their business is still viable and profitable."
Lenders have differed in their approach to furloughed income, with high earners arguably being affected the most. Under the government's job subsidy scheme, employers could temporarily lay off staff with the government paying 80 per cent of their wages up to a maximum of £2,500 a month for three months initially (the scheme has now been extended until October).
Private Finance mortgage consultant Chris Sykes says many lenders have restricted criteria around furloughed income, commission and bonuses. Most lenders will only consider furloughed workers' reduced salaries, as opposed to their usual annual salary.
"This means previously well-remunerated professionals – and those whose pay is heavily weighted towards bonuses in particular – who are currently furloughed and have large mortgages will struggle to remortgage," he says, "They may be forced to go on to their lender's standard variable rate while they wait to get back up to full pay before remortgaging. They may have to undertake a product transfer with their current lender. Around 7.5 million workers are on furlough. This is going to cost a lot of people a lot of money."
Price negotiations
In some transactions, it's not the mortgage lender reassessing the situation, but the buyer. Zoopla found that 41 per cent of buyers said they have put their plans on hold, citing market uncertainty, loss of income and diminished confidence in future finances as deterrents.
It's too early to tell exactly what impact the coronavirus will have on house prices. Savills, for example, has offered two different predictions depending on the coronavirus outcome. Its first forecast predicts a 5 per cent drop in prices this year and a 5 per cent rise in 2021. But its second scenario forecasts a more dramatic 10 per cent fall this year and a more modest 4 per cent rise in 2021.
In its interim financial statement, Lloyds Banking said it has been working on the assumption prices will fall by up to 5 per cent this year, before recovering by 2 per cent in 2021.
"What we have seen was a pausing rather than collapse of the housing market," says Lipnicki. "That said, many potential buyers are waiting to see what, if any, price adjustment will occur due to the crisis before proceeding with a planned purchase."
Buyers are understandably nervous that they may be buying something that will be worth less by this time next year – and no one can be sure if they are right to be worried.
Buying agent Henry Pryor says he had four deals at the conveyancing stage when the UK went into lockdown, with all four having now either fallen apart or been renegotiated. He expects agreed prices to fall by between 5 and 10 per cent by the end of July.
"I'm not advocating renegotiation, as I think that, psychologically, sellers will respond badly to this," says Pryor. "Better to withdraw and apologise that you can't go ahead on the terms that were agreed in February, and to wait and see if they come back to you. It's working so far but, of course, some sellers don't have to accept these new prices."
Where sales are agreed and go ahead, moving day will have some new challenges. The British Association of Removers has pointed out that the nature of removal work means workers would be unable to comply fully with social distancing measures, and so its members must take all appropriate measures to mitigate any associated risks.
In its guidance on house moves during the pandemic, the government recommends that households should try and do as much of the packing themselves as possible. However, price comparison site GoCompare has warned DIY home movers to check the insurance implications of this.
"While most home contents policies cover home moves, a common requirement is for items to be professionally packed," says GoCompare chief executive Lee Griffin, "If you're due to move, we recommend that you contact your home insurer well in advance of the moving date to let them know of your plans."
There is also the ongoing issue that the advice for anyone classed as "vulnerable" or who has symptoms of coronavirus remains the same – they should self-isolate. Inevitably, if someone in a property chain is self-isolating, completing the transaction will be tricky at best.
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After finishing with the clearcoat, it was very textured and hazy. It made it very difficult to take rubbing compound to, and after I was done, in some areas, it took off clearcoat and paint. I did several light coats. Should I be doing heavier coats whereas they actually look wet and glossy?? I was probably too light to prevent running.
So, if I were to order more paint and clearcoat to do it correctly this time, how many spray cans should I need for this?
Also, I picked up some 3M Perfect It II Rubbing Compound and Meguiar's Swirl Remover 2.0. Are these not appropriate for these paints and clearcoats? I have no problem ordering the rubbing compound sold on-site, but it is a bit pricey.
PaintScratch.com directions are the only I've read that suggest rubbing compound directly after clearcoat, and to use it till you get a glossy shine. Is this an alternative to wet sanding? Which is better?
We recommend the use of Bulldog Adhesion Promoter if you are spraying a non-metal surfaces. After the area has been sanded smooth, apply a layer of Bulldog Adhesion Promoter to the entire surface you will be painting (including where you will be applying clearcoat). Follow this layer with primer, basecoat and clearcoat. The Bulldog will promote proper adhesion of the paint layers.
Spray the clear over the paint. Do not spray the clearcoat in the sun. Do not spray a part that has been heated by the sun. Let it cool down first, as otherwise the clearcoat will dry with a dull finish. Let the clearcoat dry thoroughly. If you let the clearcoat dry overnight, it will be dry. However, in temperatures less than 70 degrees, it can take much longer. If necessary, wet sand out any imperfections with 1000 grit, then apply a final coat of clear. Let the clearcoat dry for at least three days and then use our automotive rubbing compound to smooth and shine the area.
You would typically spray the clearcoat farther out than the paint to a boundary line on your vehicle. Again, you don't want to spray the clearcoat in the middle of a panel without going out to the edges as you will leave a noticeable clearcoat line.
The application of Rubbing compound creates the deep gloss in the clearcoat so don't skip this step!
Let the clearcoat dry for at least three days before using the rubbing compound. Do not use a heavy duty rubbing compound as it will dull the surface. Also, do not use polishing compound as this is not the same as rubbing compound. Use a medium duty rubbing compound like we sell on our site.
Use a clean, very soft cloth like an old tee shirt (for example DO NOT USE PAPER PRODUCTS as the wood fibers will scratch the paint!). Place a small quantity of rubbing compound on the vehicle and use circular strokes and apply even pressure to the vehicle. It's almost like waxing a vehicle except the rubbing compound is like an extremely fine liquid sandpaper. Buff with a clean cloth to a high gloss. (You may want to spray some paint and clearcoat on a smooth surface and practice to get the feel of it.) Sometimes lots of pressure is required to make the clear shine. The rubbing compound can also be applied by machine, but careful, it's very easy to burn the paint! You can get the same results by hand, it will just take a bit longer.
1) You may have not applied enough clearcoat. If you have gone through the clearcoat, you will end up polishing the basecoat which will not shine! Solution-apply more clearcoat and compound the area again.
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3) You may have such a large area that trying to compound by hand is just too difficult. Solution-use a power buffer or hire a detail shop to compound the area. See the warning above about using a power buffer.
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7) You have spider veins through the paint. This is caused by either spraying the paint too far away or the temperature is too hot and the paint is drying before it hits the surface. Solution-Apply the paint closer to the surface and do not paint when the temperature is above 80 degrees.
The rubbing compound is also good for removing oxidation from your finish. Let the paint dry for a 30 days and apply a good quality automotive wax.


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Each abstract should be submitted under a specific topic to be selected from this list. Authors and symposium organizers are invited to choose the topic that most closely relates to their studies. An author may submit multiple abstracts or symposia under the same topic or under a different one.
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Previous | Next :: Smoking Gun Prime Minister Tony Blair with President Bush : White House Rose Garden : DC | January 30, 2010, 8:43 pm
I am in London this weekend....... Slightly crazy...... fly in and shoot Friday and Saturday hangout on Sunday then fly back to the US on Monday as I have shoots back in Florida on Tuesday, Wednesday blah blah.......
Here the big news is Tony Blair. He was up before Britain's Inquiry into the Iraq war........ he was unrepentant....... stuck to his guns :
On whether he regrets Britain's part in the war: "Responsibility — but not a regret for removing Saddam Hussein."
"I think that he was a monster, I believe he threatened not just the regime but the world ... Even if you look back now it was better to deal with this threat, to remove him from office, and I do genuinely believe that the world is safer as a result."
"If I am asked whether I believe we are safer, more secure, that Iraq is better, that our own security is better, with Saddam and his two sons out of office and out of power, I believe indeed we are."
On possible consequences of not toppling Saddam: "Supposing we had backed off this military action ... what we now know, is that he retained absolutely the intent and the intellectual know-how to restart a nuclear and a chemical weapons program. "Had we taken that decision to leave him there ... he would have had the intent, he would have had the financial means, and we would have lost our nerve."
On whether he deceived Britain over the grounds for going to war: "This isn't about a lie or a conspiracy or a deceit or a deception. It's a decision."
On intelligence about Saddam having WMD: "When you are the prime minister and the Joint Intelligence Committee is giving you this information, you have got to rely on the people doing it, with the experience and with the commitment and integrity as they do ... Of course now, with the benefit of hindsight, we look back on the situation differently." "What I said in the foreword (of the 2002 dossier) was that I believed it was beyond doubt. I did believe it and I did believe that it was beyond doubt.\"
On the now notorious claim that Iraq had WMD which could be launched in 45 minutes — it is clear now that the weapons referred to battlefield weapons, not long-range missiles: "I didn\'t focus on it a great deal at the time\" (what kind of weapons the 45 minutes deployment referred to) "It would have been better to have corrected it in the light of the significance it later took on."
On the death toll resulting from the war: "The coalition forces weren\'t the ones doing the killing. The ones doing the killing were the terrorists, the sectarians."
Above : Here is Tony Blair back in the day when he was still Prime Minister. Pictured here speaking to the press at the White House in the Rose Garden with President Bush..........
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Q: Thingsboard client subscription I have to publish data via MQTT on thingsboard.io using Arduino and simultaneously fetch the data on the same board.
Is it possible to do so? if yes then how?
Otherwise, I would need a sample code for client subscription to a topic on thingsboard.io

A: yes, you can do so.
Thingsboard, use the same topic but it differentiates on the basis of Token no assign to your device.
For publishing the payload to thingsboard:-
// Prepare a JSON payload string
  String payload = "{";
  payload += "\"temperature\":"; payload += temperature; payload += ",";
  payload += "\"humidity\":"; payload += humidity;
  payload += "}";

  // Send payload
  char attributes[100];
  payload.toCharArray( attributes, 100 );
  client.publish( "v1/devices/me/telemetry", attributes );
  Serial.println( attributes );

For Subscribing:-
 client.susbcribe("v1/devices/me/telemetry")

As your device will both connect to MQTT broker and authorised via Token no, so Token is only responsible for one to one connectivity with MQTT Broker

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How long is my Illinois Notary Commission Valid for?
Your notary commission will be valid for four years.
How do I renew my Illinois Notary Commission?
Illinois does not have an automatic renewal process for notaries. Consequently, you must reapply in order to renew your notary commission.
We recommend you begin the renewal process six months before your current notary commission expires, as it can take 12-14 weeks for the State of Illinois to issue your Notary Commission.
Can I notarize my own application?
No. You must sign the applications Notarial Oath in front of a current Illinois Notary.
Do I need the $5,000 notary bond?
Yes. The State of Illinois requires all notaries to hold a $5,000 surety bond. This bond serves to protect the public from any mistakes the notary might make. This does not protect the notary. However, the $5,000 Errors & Omissions insurance will protect the notary, though the state does not require a notary to hold any Errors & Omissions Insurance.
Can I send you a copy of my application?
No. You must send us your original application, which includes your signature. You may send us a photocopy of your driver's license, however.
How long will it take for me to get my notary commission?
The entire process can take anywhere between 6-8 weeks. Unfortunately, we do not have any control over how long it will take the State of Illinois to issue your notary commission.
When do I need to register my signature?
Once the state appoints you as a notary, you will receive a message from your County regarding your notary commission. Once you receive this notice, you may register your signature through mail or in person. After you've registered your signature, you will be sent your Notary Commission.
Do I need to send you a copy of my notary commission?
Yes. If we do not receive a copy of your notary commission we cannot make your stamp.
How long will it take for me to receive my notary stamp?
Once we receive a copy of your notary commission, we will create your notary stamp and send it to you within 10 business days.
Can I start notarizing once I receive my notary commission?
No, first you must obtain a notary stamp.
The state of Illinois does not require notaries to keep a journal. However, it is highly recommended as it helps protect the notary against potential lawsuits.


New Total English retains all the popular features of the original edition including clear CEF-related objectives which make lesson planning easy.
There is a solid grammar syllabus with regular Active Grammar boxes and Reference and Review sections. It also has a strong focus on vocabulary with attention to collocations and now includes an on-line Vocabulary Trainer. The CD contains all the audio tracks for use with the Students' Book.


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When Different Generations Mix, It Shows Us What True Community Looks Like
Begin with Rosemount preschoolers, middle school students, and high school students. Now add older adults from The Rosemount and mix well. The result? Fantastic birthday parties, songs, musical interludes, and visits. All in all, intergenerational… READ MORE
Augustana Care Brings Four Exceptional Performing Arts Groups to Residents in N. Minneapolis and Hopkins
What is a proven way to reach people despite their abilities or communication skills? A growing body of evidence suggests that performing arts help develop key cognitive skills and promote social and emotional strengths. We… READ MORE
Alzheimers No Barrier to Creation: Theater Bypasses Memory with Unique Program at Augustana Open Circle
Cool cats, pet rats and a young man who is nervous about flying may seem a little disjointed—but put them all together and they make quite a story. That's what older adults discovered recently at… READ MORE
4/13/2016 Aerial View Video of Castle Peak Senior Care Community Construction
Aerial video of the construction progress at Castle Peak Senior Care Community. Video footage from April 13th, 2016. READ MORE
Resident's Blind-Date Love Story Featured in Rosemount Town Pages
Jo Hawkins had no idea the man she met on a blind date in 1947 would go on to become her husband. Together, Jo and John Hawkins had 12 children, 49 grandchildren, and 45 great-grandchildren!… READ MORE
Augustana Care Brings Experts to Your Door with "Well Spoken" Series
Have you ever wished you could speak directly with an expert who shares the most up-to-date information about health care available? Now you can. This spring, Augustana Care will host the Well Spoken learning series… READ MORE
Good Morning Vail Interview on Castle Peak Senior Life and Rehabilitation
What is Castle Peak and how is it going to make Eagle County whole? For many years, local residents had to leave Eagle County when they needed extended care or rehabilitation. In 2011, generous individuals,… READ MORE
Aerial video of the construction progress at Castle Peak Senior Care Community. Video footage from February 26th, 2016. READ MORE
Excellence in Care Fund Update
With about $85,000 remaining to be raised to achieve the $350,000 goal set for the Excellence in Care fund needed to augment our capital campaign, we want to thank the generous individuals, foundations and towns… READ MORE
1/8/2016 Aerial View Video of Castle Peak Senior Care Community Construction
Aerial video of the construction progress at Castle Peak Senior Care Community. Video footage from January 8th, 2016. READ MORE
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At RD Open House, students have the opportunity to show parents all of their favorite things about their classroom. This is a come-and-go event and is kid-friendly. Bring your RD student (and their siblings) and let them give you a tour of their classroom, show you their best art piece and maybe let you take a peek inside their desk!


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This weeks images are ones that have lots of meaning for me. I have spent many wonderful hours there. I love celebrating the end of a magical day. Enjoy!
If you'd like to see other Wordless Wednesday images, just click here and remember angels are everywhere!


I've always had an interest in yoga. I'm not sure what has drawn me to it, but it's always been in the back of my mind. I've read a lot on how yoga benefits mental health, maybe that's it. When Oliver started preschool I decided that now was my time so I had a look online and found a local class. My social anxiety nearly stopped me but I went and I loved it. That was just before Easter and I've been almost every week since. I've also branched out and started practicing at home where possible.
One of the things that stood out to me during my first session was how relaxed I was after the session. Although I was still a bit anxious, I relaxed enough to be dazed. It was a time to be me. Time for peacefulness. For quiet and focus. Being a mum there is rarely a time to stop and breathe. Focusing on my own well-being felt like a huge step to take.
One of the most unexpected benefits has been the sense of pride when I'm complimented on my form or reach a milestone. A couple of weeks ago my heels touched the mat in downward facing dog for the first time. I've also been complimented on my planks and my 'twistiness'.
I've never been the 'exercising' type. I'm the one my friends hate because I eat and don't get fat. The only problem is, I feel how unfit I am compared to them. My body aches, I get tired and if we had to run for a bus they'd be trying to convince the driver to wait for me! I tried the gym at uni, but it just didn't interest me. I tried the 30 day shred but the high impact of it hurt my knees. Exercise was just not for me.
The gentleness of yoga is really great for me – there's not too much pressure on my knees and I only get as deep in to a pose as I can. If a pose is too much I can go down to childs pose or relaxation, but each week I'm seeing myself get further and deeper in to the poses.
Despite it being gentle I've actually been sweating too and can feel the effects in my body. I've had that post workout ache and I feel like I'm generally more physically able.
I haven't yet seen a change in my body shape, but I've no doubt if I were to really push myself and practice more often that I'd see the change.
One of the hugest factors is that I get to do something that is just for me. Being at home with Oliver is amazing, but I never get any time to myself. I never get to just sit quietly with my own thoughts. If Oliver isn't here I'm constantly thinking about what else I need to do and find it difficult to relax. When I'm doing yoga I am focusing on the poses. Focusing on balance and stretching. Focusing on what's inside of me and feeling great. Feeling proud of my achievements. Feeling calm and relaxed and being alone in my thoughts.
Since moving down to Hertfordshire to be with R in 2011 I have made a few friends through work. However since moving from Hemel to Welwyn Garden City I've finally felt settled enough to really think about ways to make friends. I've been trying much more to talk to preschool parents and my yoga class has been amazing. Every week we go to the local cafe for a tea/coffee and chat. I stay there until it's time to collect Oliver from preschool.
That's fab! I'm really glad it's going so well for you. It must be lovely to make like minded friends as well. I do wish we lived closer to you, I'd come to yoga and the cafe with you – as long as there was cake of course.
They usually have muffins! It's a really lovely little community cafe attached to a church which is really nice, you get a proper mug of tea and don't get ripped off for it. Best of all, no loud trendy music so that you can actually have a conversation! My yoga teacher lives on a barge as well, I think you'd like her!
I love yoga because it relaxes my mind and body. It suits my personality and I feel the benefits. Great post, Natalie.


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Today there are two Gadgets that enhance the use of the Mighty Egg! First is the Egglettes and second is the Copper Chef Perfect Electric Egg Maker!
Today's Gadget is the CHOP N' SLICE PRO!
Today's Gadget is the Handle Sleeve!
Today's Gadget fun and quirky! Singing Chef Pasta Timer!
Today's Gadget is the Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner!
Today's Silly Gadget is the Color Coded Bread Ties!
Today's Gadget Is The Crock-Pot "Choose-A-Crock Programmable Slow-Cooker Stainless Steel!
Today's Gadget is the Sterling Scrubber!
Your amazing, pretty much always on hand, Gadget for the day! The Red Solo Cup!


If your car has a small engine, you might think there's not a lot you can do about it. However, there are a whole host of engine upgrades you can make. For one, you could take it out and get a newer, more powerful, engine fitted. Secondly, you can make alterations to your current one that give it some extra horsepower. Some car owners fit a nitrous oxide tank to their engine to give it an extreme speed boost when needed.
An easy way to give your car a big performance and visual boost is with a new set of tyres. The ones your car comes with are probably not the best out there. You can find a range of tyres that will change the way your car drives. For example, get a set of Firestone tyres to make your vehicle more sporty. These tyres will give you more grip through turns meaning you can take corners a little faster than usual. Or, why not get a set of off-road tyres to turn your car into a more versatile machine. Along with new tyres, you may want new rims too. These will do nothing for how your car performs, but can give a much-needed style boost to a bland vehicle.
There are numerous alterations you can make to the body of your car. One of the most common things is getting a rear spoiler. This helps create more downforce and can be a big performance upgrade. Then, you could get a new grill fitted and even add multiple exhausts. Some body alterations won't help your car's performance, but they can make it look a lot better. There are even some garages that offer full body kits for certain cars. You take your vehicle in, and they add a body kit to it to alter the way it looks and drives. This is popular amongst people that want to give their car a sporty twist.
Another way to give your car a visual upgrade is by improving the paintwork. If your car is old, or you just bought a used one, the paintwork may be a bit average. To counter this, take it to a garage and get them to repaint your car in whatever colour you like. Or, go one better and get your car wrapped. This is where someone wraps your car in chrome vinyl, making it look absolutely incredible. It's certainly an option for someone that wants their car to stand out.
See; there are many ways you can improve your car on different levels. The benefit of doing this is that you get an all-around better vehicle. And, that means it's better to drive, but can also be sold for more. If you want to get more value out of a car sale, you should consider making a couple of improvements.


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2017+ PowerStroke Engine discussion. Here you will find a wealth of information regarding the 6.7L powerstroke and associated drivetrain. Got a problem or useful info about this model year, post it up. DTC's, troubleshooting charts, helpful repair info, how-to articles all here.
Aftermarket & Performance discussion pertaining to the 2017+ 6.7L Power Stroke Engine. Post your new mods, dyno sheets, 1/4mi times, and any other performance related info here.
2017+ PowerStroke Engine discussion. Here you will find a wealth of information regarding the 6.7L powerstroke and associated drivetrain.
2011 - 16 PowerStroke Engine discussion. Here you will find a wealth of information regarding the 6.7L powerstroke and associated drivetrain. Got a problem or useful info about this model year, post it up. DTC's, troubleshooting charts, helpful repair info, how-to articles all here.
Aftermarket & Performance discussion pertaining to the 2011-2016 6.7L Power Stroke Engine. Post your new mods, dyno sheets, 1/4mi times, and any other performance related info here.
2011-2016 PowerStroke Engine discussion. Here you will find a wealth of information regarding the 6.7L powerstroke and associated drivetrain.
2008 Model Year Engine and Drivetrain discussion. Here you will find a wealth of information regarding the new 6.4L powerstroke. Got a problem or useful info about this model year, post it up. DTC's, troubleshooting charts, helpful repair info, how-to articles all here.
Aftermarket & Performance discussion pertaining to the 6.4L Power Stroke Engine. Post your new mods, dyno sheets, 1/4mi times, and any other performance related info here.
2003-2007 6.0L PowerStroke Engine discussion. Here you will find a wealth of information regarding the 6.0L powerstroke and associated drivetrain. Got a problem or useful info about this model year, post it up. DTC's, troubleshooting charts, helpful repair info, how-to articles all here.
Aftermarket & Performance discussion pertaining to the 6.0L Power Stroke Engine. Post your new mods, and any other performance related info here.
1999-2003 7.3L PowerStroke Engine discussion. Here you will find a wealth of information regarding the 7.3L powerstroke. Got a problem or useful info about this model year, post it up. DTC's, troubleshooting charts, helpful repair info, how-to articles all here.
Aftermarket & Performance discussion pertaining to the 7.3L Power Stroke Engine. Post your new mods, and any other performance related info here.
1994-1997 7.3L PowerStroke Engine discussion. Here you will find a wealth of information regarding the 7.3L powerstroke and associated drivetrain. Got a problem or useful info about this model year, post it up. DTC's, troubleshooting charts, helpful repair info, how-to articles all here.
Discussion of adding lifts, tires, cosmetic accessories, toolboxes, plows, anything non-performace aftermarket on your 1994-1997 powerstroke.
Technical and Performance discussion of '83-'93 Ford trucks equipped with the 6.9 or 7.3L Indirect Injection (IDI) Navistar engine.
All discussion related to all years of the E series Power stroke vans. Technical, performance, and modification info here.
Discussion of Ford trucks of all years with gasoline power plants.
Finally! A specific forum for transmission discussion used in ford diesels from the 6.9 all the way through the current 6.4l Power Stroke. Technical and performance of C6, ZF5, ZF6, E4OD, 4R100, and 5R110 transmission. Please use the conversion forum for discussion of other transmissions (Allison, Dodge, etc).
Forum for the discussion of tires.
For the discussion of suspension , drivetrain, axles, etc... This includes stock or aftermarket parts for all years of Ford Trucks. Forum sponsored by One Up Offroad .
Got a cool project involving a powerstroke? Well here is the spot to log your progression. You may log motor builds, suspension builds, or swaps of a Powerstroke into something that didnt come with one.
General discussions of all fluids related to Ford Diesels. Oils, Oil Analysis, Coolant/Antifreeze, Fuels, Fuel Additives, Transmission Fluids, Gear Oils, etc.
Discussion of fuel economy is one of the hottest and most valuable topics to Ford Diesel owners. Converse with the experts and share your fuel economy related ideas & experiences here.
Swapping a Cummins into your Super Duty or OBS? Thinking of installing an auto, stick, Allison or other transmission into your truck? Discuss it here!
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Media from the RAI's Education Outreach Programme
Take a look at our photo albums from previous London Anthropology Days as well as RAI events, contests and festivals on our flickr page.
Discover Anthropology Through Student Voices
A film which follows students exploration and understanding of anthropology. The film expresses student views on choosing anthropology at pre-university and undergraduate level, the skills they've gained from studying the subject, and why they think anthropology is important for the 21st century. The film was produced by Nafisa Fera in collaboration with film-makers Luke Moody and Pietro Passarelli.
Inside Anthropology
A short film about anthropology (filmed at the London Anthropology Day 2006) made by Ed Owles and Cinzia Rocchi.
Exploring Biological and Social Anthropology
Adding to his previous work, filmmaker Ed Owles takes a closer look at two main strands of British Anthropology: Biological and Socio-cultural. Find out what Cultural and Biological Anthropologists really do and how you can use a degree in anthropology to pursue a variety of different careers.
Take a look at our other anthropology films on our YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/royalanthro