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Citing steep price hikes, DOLE orders wage review | Inquirer News
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Citing steep price hikes, DOLE orders wage review
By: Kathleen de Villa, Ronnel W. Domingo - @inquirerdotnet
Philippine Daily Inquirer / 05:45 AM November 09, 2022
Bienvenido Laguesma —Photo from DOLE facebook page
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has ordered the regional wage boards to review whether another round of increase for the country's 4 million minimum wage earners could be imposed next year to cushion the impact of soaring prices of food and other basic commodities.
"This (wage hike) is something we are studying. We are not disregarding recent events. That's why our Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Boards (RTWPBs) have the directive that even though we just recently issued wage adjustments, we will still consider the current situation so we can help our workers and entrepreneurs," Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma said in a television interview on Tuesday.
The labor chief noted that wage adjustments could be made only once a year, but said the RTWPBs were already assessing the factors, such as the recent typhoons, the ongoing pandemic and high inflation, that could merit another pay increase for workers.
The last minimum wage adjustments were implemented in June this year following the surge in fuel prices as a result of Russia's invasion of Ukraine that sent global crude oil prices soaring.
Then Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III noted that workers in Metro Manila earning P537 a day might no longer be able to cope with the daily cost of living. The minimum wage in the National Capital Region was raised by P33 to P570 a day. The increases in regional minimum wages ranged from P30 to P110.
During the Duterte administration, the minimum wage was adjusted once in 2018.
Regarding the planned provision of fuel subsidies and other nonwage benefits, Laguesma said DOLE was coordinating with other government agencies, such as the Department of Trade and Industry, the Department of Agriculture and the National Economic and Development Authority.
For Elmer Labog, chair of the militant Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU), the minimum pay of P570 in Metro Manila was just equivalent to P494 when adjusted for inflation.
"It is not even considered a living wage and now, the value of the minimum wage worker's salary has been reduced because of high inflation," he said in a statement on Tuesday.
Inflation, a measure of the average increase in the prices of basic food items and services such as transportation and electricity, accelerated to its fastest pace in nearly 14 years at 7.7 percent in October, the highest since December 2008. It is projected to rise further due to supply constraints especially for farm products after a series of typhoons hit the country.
Unemployment eases
KMU urged the President to immediately implement a wage increase amid expectations that inflation could remain elevated and even peak in the next two months.
Another labor group, Partido Manggagawa, called on Congress to legislate a P100 increase across the board in response to the inflation.
This developed as the Philippines continued to reap the benefits of an economy reopened from debilitating lockdowns and mobility restrictions in 2021 with the unemployment rate approaching prepandemic levels at 5 percent in September.
Results of the latest monthly Labor Force Survey (LFS) showed a lower jobless rate compared to 5.3 percent in August and 8.9 percent in September 2021.
National Statistician Dennis Mapa said in a briefing the number of Filipinos who were of employment age and actively looking for a job but failed to get hired decreased by 183,000 to 2.5 million from 2.68 million in August.
Compared to September 2021, the number of jobless Filipinos declined by 1.78 million from 4.28 million.
Last September, there were 50.08 million working-age Filipinos who do have jobs or were looking for jobs, or what is called the labor force. This was 470,000 less than the 50.55 million recorded in August.
Mapa said that among those who left the labor pool, 41 percent said they were going back to school and 30 percent said they had to attend to household or family responsibilities.
Sectoral losses
"The unemployment rates in the last three survey rounds [5.2 percent in July, 5.3 percent in August and 5 percent in September] bring us closer to the prepandemic full-year average of 5.1 percent in 2019," he added.
The average unemployment rate so far this year was at 5.8 percent, a continued improvement from 10.4 percent in 2020 and 7.8 percent in 2021.
Survey results showed that the services sector accounted for 59 percent, or 28 million of the 47.6 million Filipinos with jobs.
The industry sector employed 19 percent, or 8.85 million, while the agriculture sector had 22 percent, or 10.7 million.
The manufacturing industry had the biggest gain of workers, beefing up its workforce to 4.45 million by adding 780,000 individuals.
The education industry took in 159,000 additional workers while public administration and defense added 128,000 hires.
On the other hand, wholesale and retail trade let go of the biggest number of workers at 335,000 individuals.
The workforce of administrative and support service activities was leaner by 289,000 while the construction industry shed 197,000 workers. INQ
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Sean Mannion
"MEME" is a trip. There's really no other way to describe it. If one decided to smoke a little ganja-ganja and watch this flick, I can only imagine what you'd be feeling after the first half hour. Something a little harder? Like say.. LSD? And you'd be off your rocker in no time. However, as they say, it's mostly in the presentation - save a ridiculously deep and strange philosophy that oversees the entire film. The way "MEME" is visualized for the screen is what makes for the trip. But enough on that for now, you want to know what this movie is about? Read on.
Jennifer is your typical young woman attempting to make her way in the world. By typical I mean struggling. Struggling with her business, struggling with her boyfriend, and just doing the best she can. Her boyfriend collects old VHS tapes and when Jennifer comes across a really strange one, she decides to try and figure out who made it. Writing that she decides is perhaps an understatement, more like Jennifer becomes mildly obsessed. I can't say I blame her. It's pretty strange.
Meanwhile, life around her is coming undone at the seams. Her rocky relationship with her boyfriend ends, her clients remain to be arse-holes, and she ends up moving in with friends. All the while, still trying to find out who made that random, super strange VHS tape. The plot overview I've written is a simplified version because quite frankly? There is so much more going on here. Sean Mannion's "MEME" essentially deals with life. Curiosity, love Vs infatuation, grief, and that super busy road we call self destruction. In a nutshell? This film is about living and finding your own way - with the added bonus of a weird VHS tape.
I'm not going to lie. There's a lot of tough themes represented within this flick. All of them attempting to coincide with the surrealistic ones. "MEME" tends to flip-flop from sane to insane at breakneck speeds. I'm not going to go into the relationship of the found cassette and the overarching story, but there is a connection. Even if only really revealed during the final act, and even then... kind of loosely played. The main issue I had was that quite frankly... the film gets confusing. Fast and frequently. In the end, the story is easily picked up on - but it's so cluttered and random, it can be a little hard on the old noggin. Like watching a television show with a commercial every few minutes. But not just any commercial, a commercial that somehow kind of relates to the show itself. It's really hard to explain, but it's what I experienced none the less.
Now for the interesting part. The crazy clutter and strange way this is all put together? That's what draws you in and keeps you watching! Like something you don't quite get... but can't stop looking at. The same thing I'm complaining about is actually what makes "MEME" so very cool. It's all very hard to write about, and I imagine others may have a completely different take than me. It's definitely one of those had to be there movies.
At the end of the day? "MEME" is an interesting flick that emphasizes weirdness over drama. Although the cast portrayals were good, the dramatic moments, or what should have been the dramatic moments, were a little under utilized. It's a shame - because the talent is clearly present. Instead we get weird cuts, loads of repeated VHS quality footage, and strange sounds. As I wrote above, they did work to generate interest - but I wonder how much better this movie could have been? If the story took center stage - and not the weirdness. Instead of a zillion alternate versions of previous lines, made to look like old footage - center stage were Jennifer's struggles with life itself. Still... definitely worth a watch no matter how you look at things. A solid three stars.
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Hey guys i recently bought a 1999 e36 M3 drop top, and I feel like that there is no car out there better... well that i can afford lol. but i wanna make some modes on it such as a cold air intake software upgrade and exhaust... but wanna do it slowly and for as cheap as possible. so 2nd hand parts are fine by me... do you guys know anything i can do to make the BEAST beastier?
Forget the cold air intake. None do anything for your car except make more noise. A chip can improve power slightly because it will change the engine operating parameters. It's doubtful an exhaust change will make any more difference than an intake change. BMW engines breathe freely through both systems. To get significant improvements, you need to do expensive and extensive machine work in the head.
The most cost-effective thing you can do to make your car faster is spend the first $1000-$1500 on yourself. Take a handful of BMW CCA driver schools so that your skills begin to approach your car's capabilities. Unless you already have some performance driving background, chances are the car is lots better than you are.
My g/f did exhaust and intake on her car ('97 M3), and then later did software, and she said she felt a performance difference (pulled harder) with the software, but loved the sound of the exhaust/intake setup. Do exhaust only if you want to change the sound, and then you will not be disappointed with the 1hp gain.
If you want big performance changes the easist way is forced induction, but that isn't cheap, and can lead to other issues or wear and tear.
The driver really is the limiting factors. At many autox events, a well driven "slower" car beats up on "faster" (straight line) cars.
thanks for all the advice... i actually only need parts... for performan.. ya i want the exhaust for sound... have you guys heard the eisenmann race exhaust for this car? WOW!!!!! its just WOW!
No one ever has enough driver skill unless you're Michael Schumacher himself. From what I hear using the M50 intake manifold on that car helps it breathe and offers a bit of top end while sacrificing some low end torque. +1 for the gears suggestion.
We all say that. Trust me, it ain't true.
240hp reeeeeeeeeeeeeeally should be plenty. Probably why I won't spend a darned thing on performance once I get my swap done (at least that's the goal - lol).
But, you want performance? I hear superchargers do the job very nicely.
by the way.. do u mean s50 or m50? and what about ITBs? whats the difference?
It is the M50 manifold and ITB's would be going wayyyy too overboard unless you were building a dedicated race car. The M50 manifold is really just the intake runners to the engine after the throttle body while getting an ITB conversion would add a single throttle body for each cylinder. ITB's would be overkill not to mention empty your wallet in no time flat. I had a friend like you who wanted to do everything possible to the engine of his M3 because he didn't think it was fast enough. I took him for one ride and let's just say it was more than enough to change his mind. If you really MUST add horsepower go for the M50 swap and maybe a chip. Then buy a set of grippy tires and save the rest of your money for track days/autocrosses.
thanks man thats probably what i was gonna end up doing anyways, its the cheapest thing that adds the most power, other then the software... and really agree with u on the tires, where would i find a m50 manifold, and y a M50 manifold, y would i go off a M3s S50 manifold? didnt the M50 come on the non M model 3 sereies for 1995?
Cars come and go. You only get one chance to live long enough to play with them.* Find your enjoyment with skilled driving. Any well-trained chimpanzee can go fast in a straight line.
* This is why I'll be teaching yet another Street Survival school with Milwaukee Region SCCA next Saturday.


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Review: iPhone 6 / 6 Plus and iOS 8
Posted by Nicholas Stehle | Oct 1, 2014
Nicholas Stehle is Vice President for Operations at The Martin Organization. He used to run IT for a billion dollar company. We run an exclusively Mac shop, so he's clearly the go-to guy on all things Apple. — RDM
by Nicholas Stehle
AS A "MAC GUY", MANY have asked me about the iPhone 6/6 Plus. Since I've found myself typing the same email many times over, to help you (and prevent tendonitis) here are my thoughts:
Firstly, I purchased the iPhone 6 Plus. It is almost exactly the same size as the Galaxy Note, and a monstrosity. I bought it for three reasons: (1) The large screen makes it easier for me to remote control computers and servers, which I only do rarely, but when it happens it needs to happen quickly. That means I can't afford to be scrolling around the screen on a small phone to see critical elements. This is why I've carried an iPad or a laptop for years. (2) Better battery life. I've used every iPhone model, the Samsung Galaxy S4, and a host of Windows phones . . . this 6+ is the first one I've ever owned that gets through my 18-hour day. It has NFC, and I don't care. ApplePay may really work out, but for now I'm sticking to paper and plastic.
I did get a case because its smooth lines and large size make the 6 Plus easy to drop. The case made it easier to hold and harder to break. It's still a two-hands-needed phone, and there's no getting away from that. Frankly, I find the phablet form factor unhandy in that regard, but not enough to discourage me from using it (see my reasons for buying above). Now, that having been said: Apple did try to optimize iOS to help you out a bit, and a nice double-tap on the bottom button slides the top menus down to the middle of the phone, giving you access to it if your hand is positioned near the bottom. Still, if one-handed use is critical to you, you're going to want the iPhone 6 and not the iPhone 6 Plus.
No, mine doesn't bend. I had it in my pants pocket for several days before I bought the case, and the metal exterior didn't warp. You might notice in that YouTube video, the guy's hands were shaking as he applied force to one localized area to make it bend. I distinctly remember doing that very thing to old smartphones from other manufacturers in the past before recycling them. A small percentage might bend— and if that happens, Apple has already said they will replace it. This isn't a big deal. But mine doesn't bend, and Consumer Reports used science instead of a lynch mob to prove that "bendgate" is a bunch of nonsense.
Most of the third party apps aren't yet optimized: some upscaled apps are okay, while others look blurry. It'll take a few weeks or even months before all the major apps have been updated. Apple's own apps look beautiful, and the horizontal views are great for blowing through emails and text messages on the go or out of the office.
Secondly, I think the iPhone 6 is the best form factor yet from Apple. Although still very, very thin, there is no real risk of bending. The battery life is a little more standard for smartphones, but you can still use it one-handed (though just barely, and people with small hands may prefer the 5C or 5S).
Both the 6 and 6 Plus have amazing cameras and gorgeous screens — the 6 Plus being slightly better in low light situations or with a fast-moving subject. It compares in quality to my friend's Nokia Lumia 1520 with several times the megapixels. It's becoming clear that at this point lens quality and focus, aperture, and stabilization techniques are far more important than the number of megapixels. I think I've seen all the awful pics I can stand from cameras with 12 or more megapixels.
The processor is incredibly fast. There's no question that the 6 is faster than the 5S, although it's not as huge of a jump in terms of real world performance as we saw from the 4S to the 5.
In terms of build quality, the first release is always the more groundbreaking device, followed by refinements in the 'S' model. For this reason, the 5S is a better quality phone and will continue to be for the next year when a 6S/6S Plus (or whatever they call it) is released in September 2015. It will probably have the same form factor with slightly different metal alloys, button designs, etc, and of course, some spec bumps. Remember the past to predict the future:
1. iPhone: 2G original iPhone, sort of their "pilot" product.
2. iPhone 3G: first 3G-capable iPhone, totally new design w/ curved plastic back;
iPhone 3GS perfected this design with a better camera and better battery life.
3. iPhone 4: totally new design, straight edges, glass back.
iPhone 4S: refined that same design, much faster, fixed antenna issues with the new external antenna bands.
4. iPhone 5: new design, slightly larger form factor, metal back, much faster, LTE capable.
iPhone 5S: same design, faster, more LTE bands, space gray option instead of flawed anodized look that scratched easily, for those who prefer black.
5. iPhone 6/6+: totally new design, again.
So you can see how Apple does things. If you want perfection, stick with your 5S (if you have one) or try to get on the S-track, wherein you are due for your two year upgrade when the second iteration of the phone comes out.
A few parting thoughts on iOS 8 (which came out at roughly the same time as the iPhone 6/6 Plus):
1. It adds most of the functionality that Android phones had that we might want, e.g. customizable keyboards and plugins for the lock screen.
2. Third party apps are a bit unstable. For this reason, most business users should wait a few months before buying the 6/6+, if they can, until app designers upgrade their apps to work better with iOS. The 6 comes with iOS 8 preinstalled.
3. The Settings app is starting to get a bit crowded. It is still easier to navigate than a Samsung device (oh my gosh) but the similarities worry me. Apple is going to want to find a neater, more intuitive way to have all those settings available to the user in the next version of iOS.
— Nicholas Stehle is Vice President for Operations at The Martin Organization.
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Background: Victoria Falls, a small village by any standard on the Rhodesian side the famous falls, discovered by David Livingstone in the late 80's, prior to which a missionary, possibly Portuguese is said to have sighted it...was not long ago a small village adjoining Livingstone, which is now in Zambia. In those days if you wanted anything you popped across the bridge and bought it in Livingstone. Now, all that has padded, and the river is a barrier between the black north and the white south, and the zambians don't like to have anything to do with the Rhodesians.....which leave Vic Falls a bit high and dry sometimes. However, the place is growing fast, and with it the cry that proposed new hotels will spoil the famous and magnificent waterfall, one of the finest views in the world..and the counter cry's that new hotels are knout to provide accommodation for the hundreds of thousands of visitors who flock to the Falls every year,,, on the Rhodesian side, much to the annoyance of the Zambians, who haven't a fraction to offer on their side compared to the Rhodesian side. Loud complainers are voice about the cost of the luxury hotels in VicFalls, around $10 - $12 a day for room only, but they are full up nevertheless. New hotels for the more moderate purse are demanded, and on hill overlooking a long stretch of the river is the Elephant peak hotel, and another one is on the way almost on the banks of the river. Near the big tree, a luxury hotel was planned, but on outcry stopped this, although from this point, the river cannot be seen from ground level..
The air Charter firms are also moaning about the govt airline flying round the falls before landing, so doing them out of passengers, but they still do pretty well......whilst the passenger boats on the river, keeping well to their side of the river take heavy loads of sightseers up the river, passing a Zambian launch also doing the same, but at obviously very low charges,, with no white customers on board, as against the Rhodesian boats, with no blacks aboard... Even the local Doctor in Vic Falls is leaving in November, and the village will be without any medical service, no doctors no hospital, no chemist, for a place that attracts avast number of people ??? year..... Shots include Vic Falls Hotel, Casino Hotel, two new hotels being built, Elephant ridge, and another, shots of the Falls, also aerials, the Falls bridge looking into Zambia, long shots of Zambians looking into Rhodesia. Shots from the river showing it unspilled, also elephants on the banks......Statue of Livingstone etc..
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	"encoding/json"
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	"code.cloudfoundry.org/cli/cf/trace"
	"github.com/parnurzeal/gorequest"
	"github.com/simonleung8/flags"
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	"io/ioutil"
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*	This is the struct implementing the interface defined by the core CLI. It can
*	be found at  "github.com/cloudfoundry/cli/plugin/plugin.go"
*
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type FastPushPlugin struct {
	ui terminal.UI
}

type VCAPApplication struct {
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*	plugin interface defined by the core CLI.
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*	strings. args[0] will be the name of the command, and will be followed by
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*	1 should the plugin exits nonzero.
 */
func (c *FastPushPlugin) Run(cliConnection plugin.CliConnection, args []string) {
	// Ensure that the user called the command fast-push
	// alias fp is auto mapped
	var dryRun bool
	traceLogger := trace.NewLogger(os.Stdout, true, os.Getenv("CF_TRACE"), "")
	c.ui = terminal.NewUI(os.Stdin, os.Stdout, terminal.NewTeePrinter(os.Stdout), traceLogger)

	cliLogged, err := cliConnection.IsLoggedIn()
	if err != nil {
		c.ui.Failed(err.Error())
	}

	if cliLogged == false {
		panic("Cannot perform fast-push without being logged in to CF")
	}

	if args[0] == "fast-push" || args[0] == "fp" {
		if len(args) == 1 {
			c.showUsage(args)
			return
		}
		// set flag for dry run
		fc := flags.New()
		fc.NewBoolFlag("dry", "d", "bool dry run flag")

		err := fc.Parse(args[1:]...)
		if err != nil {
			c.ui.Failed(err.Error())
		}
		// check if the user asked for a dry run or not
		if fc.IsSet("dry") {
			dryRun = fc.Bool("dry")
		} else {
			c.ui.Warn("warning: dry run not set, commencing fast push")
		}

		c.ui.Say("Running the fast-push command")
		c.ui.Say("Target app: %s \n", args[1])
		c.FastPush(cliConnection, args[1], dryRun)
	} else if args[0] == "fast-push-status" || args[0] == "fps" {
		c.FastPushStatus(cliConnection, args[1])
	} else {
		return
	}

}

func (c *FastPushPlugin) GetAuthToken(cliConnection plugin.CliConnection, appName string) string {
	app, err := cliConnection.GetApp(appName)
	if err != nil {
		panic(err)
	}
	return app.Guid
}

func (c *FastPushPlugin) FastPushStatus(cliConnection plugin.CliConnection, appName string) {
	authToken := c.GetAuthToken(cliConnection, appName)

	apiEndpoint := c.GetApiEndpoint(cliConnection, appName)
	status := lib.Status{}
	request := gorequest.New()
	_, body, err := request.Get(apiEndpoint + "/status").Set("x-auth-token", authToken).End()
	if err != nil {
		panic(err)
	}
	json.Unmarshal([]byte(body), &status)
	c.ui.Say(status.Health)
}

func (c *FastPushPlugin) FastPush(cliConnection plugin.CliConnection, appName string, dryRun bool) {
	// Please check what GetApp returns here
	// https://github.com/cloudfoundry/cli/blob/master/plugin/models/get_app.go

	authToken := c.GetAuthToken(cliConnection, appName)

	if dryRun {
		// NEED TO HANDLE DRY RUN
		c.ui.Warn("warning: No changes will be applied, this is a dry run !!")
	}

	apiEndpoint := c.GetApiEndpoint(cliConnection, appName)
	request := gorequest.New()
	response, body, err := request.Get(apiEndpoint + "/files").Set("x-auth-token", authToken).End()
	if err != nil {
		panic(err)
	}
	if response.StatusCode != http.StatusOK {
		panic("Unexpected status code received while retrieving filelist")
	}
	remoteFiles := map[string]*lib.FileEntry{}
	json.Unmarshal([]byte(body), &remoteFiles)

	localFiles := lib.ListFiles()

	filesToUpload := c.ComputeFilesToUpload(localFiles, remoteFiles)
	payload, _ := json.Marshal(filesToUpload)
	_, body, err = request.Put(apiEndpoint+"/files").Set("x-auth-token", authToken).Send(string(payload)).End()
	if err != nil {
		panic(err)
	}
	status := lib.Status{}
	json.Unmarshal([]byte(body), &status)
	c.ui.Say(status.Health)
}

/*
*	This function must be implemented as part of the plugin interface
*	defined by the core CLI.
*
*	GetMetadata() returns a PluginMetadata struct. The first field, Name,
*	determines the name of the plugin which should generally be without spaces.
*	If there are spaces in the name a user will need to properly quote the name
*	during uninstall otherwise the name will be treated as seperate arguments.
*	The second value is a slice of Command structs. Our slice only contains one
*	Command Struct, but could contain any number of them. The first field Name
*	defines the command `cf basic-plugin-command` once installed into the CLI. The
*	second field, HelpText, is used by the core CLI to display help information
*	to the user in the core commands `cf help`, `cf`, or `cf -h`.
 */
func (c *FastPushPlugin) GetMetadata() plugin.PluginMetadata {
	return plugin.PluginMetadata{
		Name: "FastPushPlugin",
		Version: plugin.VersionType{
			Major: 1,
			Minor: 1,
			Build: 0,
		},
		MinCliVersion: plugin.VersionType{
			Major: 6,
			Minor: 28,
			Build: 0,
		},
		Commands: []plugin.Command{
			plugin.Command{
				Name:     "fast-push",
				Alias:    "fp",
				HelpText: "fast-push removes the need to deploy your app again for a small change",
				UsageDetails: plugin.Usage{
					Usage: "cf fast-push APP_NAME\n   cf fp APP_NAME",
					Options: map[string]string{
						"dry": "--dry, dry run for fast-push",
					},
				},
			},
			plugin.Command{
				Name:     "fast-push-status",
				Alias:    "fps",
				HelpText: "fast-push-status shows the current state of your application",
				UsageDetails: plugin.Usage{
					Usage: "cf fast-push-status APP_NAME\n   cf fps APP_NAME",
				},
			},
		},
	}
}

/*
* Unlike most Go programs, the `Main()` function will not be used to run all of the
* commands provided in your plugin. Main will be used to initialize the plugin
* process, as well as any dependencies you might require for your
* plugin.
 */
func main() {
	plugin.Start(new(FastPushPlugin))
}

func (c *FastPushPlugin) showUsage(args []string) {
	for _, cmd := range c.GetMetadata().Commands {
		if cmd.Name == args[0] {
			fmt.Println("Invalid Usage: \n", cmd.UsageDetails.Usage)
		}
	}
}

func (c *FastPushPlugin) GetApiEndpoint(cliConnection plugin.CliConnection, appName string) string {
	results, err := cliConnection.CliCommandWithoutTerminalOutput("app", appName)
	if err != nil {
		c.ui.Failed(err.Error())
	}

	for _, line := range results {
		match, _ := regexp.MatchString("^urls:.*", line)
		if match {
			parts := strings.Fields(line)
			if len(parts) > 1 {
				return "https://" + parts[1] + "/_fastpush"
			}
		}
	}
	panic("Could not find usable route for this app. Make sure at least one route is mapped to this app")
}

func (c *FastPushPlugin) ComputeFilesToUpload(local map[string]*lib.FileEntry, remote map[string]*lib.FileEntry) map[string]*lib.FileEntry {
	filesToUpload := map[string]*lib.FileEntry{}
	for path, f := range local {
		if remote[path] == nil {
			c.ui.Say("[NEW] " + path)
			f.Content, _ = ioutil.ReadFile(path)
			filesToUpload[path] = f
		} else if remote[path].Checksum != f.Checksum {
			c.ui.Say("[MOD] " + path)
			f.Content, _ = ioutil.ReadFile(path)
			filesToUpload[path] = f
		}
	}
	return filesToUpload
}

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District 5-6-8-9 Class AAA Regional Playoff Preview: Punxsutawney Chucks (5-5) at Clearfield Bison (10-0)
What do the title games for the NBA, NHL and MLB all have in common? Each of these sports use a series to determine their championship, ironically all are seven games long at most. This is exciting because teams can get behind but suddenly come back and make up ground. There have been exciting game sevens in each of these sports, but it is almost a reprieve after a loss because unless the opposing team has won four games, there's still a chance to come back and win.
That's not the case with football. In the NFL, then beginning next year with NCAA, and at the high school level, if a team loses in the playoffs, the season is over.
This week kicks off the post season for high school football, and it is starting off with a bang for two local teams. The Class AAA District 5-6-8-9 regional bracket has two teams that are very familiar with each other taking the field on Friday night, both wanting to continue their strong seasons.
One side of the field is the Punxsutawney Chucks, whose 5-5 record was good enough to place second in the KSAC Large School division, but ended their regular season with a 27-21 heartbreaking loss against Northern Bedford.
On the opposing side of the field, the pride of the county, the Clearfield Bison, who secured a 10-0 record one week ago with a 49-0 rout of Bradford, and in doing so secured a third consecutive District IX championship.
Both squads are very familiar with one another, having last played in the 2010 District IX championship. That night, it was then-running back Derek Morgan accounting for all four Bison touchdowns (two rushing, one receiving, one INT return) as Clearfield was victorious by a final of 26-14. That year was the season the Bison would finish the season with a school record 13 wins. Since then, the Bison have lost only one regular season game, and have taken home two more championships.
But, the Chucks are not worried about the past. Instead, they are looking ahead and the challenge they face in the opening round of the playoffs.
Statistically, these two teams are going in with a similar game plan: run the ball, run the clock, play strong defense. The Chucks have done that very well this season to reach their .500 record. The two young men that Clearfield must deal with the most are Jamie Bush and Christian Falgout.
First, Bush has the most yards on the ground through 10 games for Punxsutawney, 823. He has seven touchdowns this year, and averages just over six yards per carry. Second, Falgout has been able to be the other go-to back for the Chucks, as he's ran for 674 yards and a team-high eight touchdowns, averaging over four yards a carry.
On average, the Chucks average 188 yards per game on the ground. That is more than double what they average passing.
However, that's not to say the passing game won't be used. Unlike last week, the weather is going to be better for passing quarterbacks, and the Chucks have one in Garrett Zimmerman. Through 10 games, he has thrown for 896 yards, but has only completed 48 percent of his passes. He has 12 touchdowns, but also has thrown eight interceptions. This plays in the favor of the Bison as they have been strong in the secondary, especially when it comes to intercepting passes.
But, the Chucks will have just as hard of a time trying to stop a Bison offense that has simply been dominant from the get-go, especially the last three weeks. Combined, the Bison beat Bald Eagle, Philipsburg-Osceola and Bradford by a combined score of 130-15, including last week's shut out in the District IX Championship game.
The reason for that is a dominant run game. The running of juniors Christian Lezzer and Tyler Stratton have been superb each game they have touched the ball. While Lezzer is the leader of the team in rushing yards, 1167, it is Stratton that averages more yards per carry. In fact, a week ago Lezzer set out to be sure his teammate eclipsed the 1,000-yard mark for the season. He did just that, and then some. Stratton has 1,041 yards thus far this year, and leads the team with eight rushing touchdowns.
One difference between this game and last week's contest will possibly be the fact that Lezzer will be able to have more of a chance to throw the ball. The cold and rainy weather in Brockway limited him to just two pass attempts, but he completed one to Shawn Lord for a touchdown. That was his 17th passing touchdown on the year.
Lezzer has 1,129 yards thus far passing, and he has only thrown five interceptions, one every two games. For the Chucks, that means they must make the Bison make mistakes to have a chance at staying in the game.
It is win or see a season end for both squads, and both would like to make a run into the PIAA playoffs. Friday night is the first step for either Punxsutawney or Clearfield to make that charge.
It will be a cold night at the Bison Sports Complex, so fans are encouraged to bundle up in layers and arrive early as there will likely be a huge crowd on hand for the beginning of post-season play. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.
Bison Scoreboard:
Date Opponent Score Record
08/31 ST. JOAN OF ARC 35 – 20 1 – 0
09/07 @ Penns Valley 47 – 0 2 – 0
09/14 CENTRAL 34 – 33 3 – 0
09/21 @ Huntingdon 41 – 24 4 – 0
09/28 CENTRAL MOUNTAIN 35 – 14 5 – 0
10/05 BELLEFONTE 49 – 14 6 – 0
10/12 @ Tyrone 14 – 13 7 – 0
10/19 @ Bald Eagle Area 49 – 8 8 – 0
10/26 PHILIPSBURG-OSCEOLA 42 – 7 9 – 0
D9 AAA Championship
11/02 vs. Bradford (at Brockway) 49 – 0 10 – 0
District 5-6-8-9 Regional
11/09 PUNXSUTAWNEY
Playoff Preview: Curwensville (7-2) at Brockway (8-2) in D9 Quarterfinal Game
The Glass Eye: The NFL at Mid-Season


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February 17, 2020 March 19, 2020 by Carol9 Comments
Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came in their mailbox during the last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.
Tell us about your new arrivals by adding your Mailbox Monday post to the linky at mailboxmonday.wordpress.com.
I used my Barnes and Noble gift card to get two books (and a coffee and cookie).
Bruno, Chief of Police by Martin Walker
Series: Bruno Chief of Police #1
Published by Vintage on April 6, 2010
Source: Purchased
Genres: Mystery
Purchase at Bookshop.org or Purchase at Amazon
Add on Goodreads
Meet Benoît Courrèges, aka Bruno, a policeman in a small village in the South of France. He's a former soldier who has embraced the pleasures and slow rhythms of country life. He has a gun but never wears it; he has the power to arrest but never uses it. But then the murder of an elderly North African who fought in the French army changes all that. Now Bruno must balance his beloved routines—living in his restored shepherd's cottage, shopping at the local market, drinking wine, strolling the countryside—with a politically delicate investigation. He's paired with a young policewoman from Paris and the two suspect anti-immigrant militants. As they learn more about the dead man's past, Bruno's suspicions turn toward a more complex motive.
A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine
Series: Teixcalaan #1
Published by Tor Books on March 26, 2019
Ambassador Mahit Dzmare arrives in the center of the multi-system Teixcalaanli Empire only to discover that her predecessor, the previous ambassador from their small but fiercely independent mining Station, has died. But no one will admit that his death wasn't an accident—or that Mahit might be next to die, during a time of political instability in the highest echelons of the imperial court.
Now, Mahit must discover who is behind the murder, rescue herself, and save her Station from Teixcalaan's unceasing expansion—all while navigating an alien culture that is all too seductive, engaging in intrigues of her own, and hiding a deadly technological secret—one that might spell the end of her Station and her way of life—or rescue it from annihilation.
About Arkady Martine
Arkady Martine is a speculative fiction writer and, as Dr. AnnaLinden Weller, a historian of the Byzantine Empire and a city planner. She is currently a policy advisor for the New Mexico Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department, where she works on climate change mitigation, energy grid modernization, and resiliency planning. Under both her names she writes about border politics, rhetoric, propaganda, and the edges of the world. Arkady grew up in New York City and, after some time in Turkey, Canada, Sweden, and Baltimore, lives in Santa Fe with her wife, the author Vivian Shaw.
BermudaOnion
It's nice to get a variety of books. I hope you love these.
I think I will.
A Memory Called Empire has been on my wishlist, I hope you enjoy it! Happy reading!
I don't read a lot of sci-fi, but it caught my eye.
MarthaE
I like the looks of both of these but especially A Memory Called Empire. Happy Reading!
It seems like a mix of sci-fi and mystery, which I hope will be enjoyable.
harvee
I like mysteries set in France. This is a new one to me.
Right now there are 13 in the Bruno series, so if I like it, there are plenty more to read.
Veronica @ The Burgeoning Bookshelf
I'm going off now to check out Amazon for Bruno, chief of police. And 13 more books sounds great. It's worth giving the series a try.


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Home » Social Justice » What Might Happen to Him if I Don't?
What Might Happen to Him if I Don't?
We share this reflection on the value of openness and trust in the face of uncertainty borne upon past experience by the Rev. Erik Wikstrom from his blog, A Minister's Musings. Follow Rev. Wikstrom on his blog. – Ed.
One of the most challenging parts of being a parish minister is weighing requests for assistance from folks who aren't a part of the congregation. People come to churches because they know that here will be people who care; people come to churches because they know that they're generally "a soft touch." There are people who come desperate; there are people who come deviously. But they come.
When I was an intern in Concord, Massachusetts I was introduced to the system they had developed. No congregation gave out financial assistance. None. But all of the faith communities in town donated toward a common fund . . . which was administered by the police department. If someone came to a church and asked for money the staff person or volunteer who met them would explain that there was no money in the church to give out, but that they'd be very happy to call ahead to the police station to say that someone was coming who was in need. They'd even offer to drive them if getting there would prove to be a problem. Over the years that this system has been in place a fair proportion of folks who'd come asking for help never made it to the police department. It seems that people who have no problem scamming a church are less inclined to scam the police.
We don't have such a system here — and haven't in any of the other communities in which I've ministered. But here we do have an organization called "Love INC" (Love in the Name of Christ) which, among other things, does help connect one lonely outpost of caring to another. If someone has been making the rounds, or making trouble, Love INC sends out a bulletin to let other churches know.
Still, the decision to help or not to help someone is a difficult one. Even when Love INC has noted that someone has given other congregations a hard time, or seems to be trying to scam the system, it can be hard to sit with someone, hear their story (even if it is only a story), and turn them away unhelped. I've done it, but it's never easy.
There is a man who comes to the congregation I serve with some regularity. He's homeless. He served some time in prison. And as a homeless man with a felony record — who also happens to be African American — he's got multiple decks stacked against him. And, yes, I've been warned that he's a guy who's up to no good. But I like him. I've gotten a good feeling about him.
I decided to. Thinking about my sermon about the Good Samaritan a couple of weeks back I found myself asking not "what might happen to me if I do?" but "what might happen to him if I don't?" Besides, as I said, I like this man and have had a sense of his inherent goodness. So i called the bail bond company. The woman who answered the phone seemed relieved. She said that she'd lent him the money for bail a couple of weeks ago because she'd had a good feeling about him, had sense that he was a good person and sincerely wanted to try to work things out. But as the days became weeks without hearing back from him she began to worry. "I'm so glad that someone else saw in him what I saw in him," she said. So was I.
I've said it before, and I'll no doubt say it again. I would much rather be made a fool by believing in someone who doesn't deserve it than to be made mean by not believing someone who does.
Read more of Reverend Erik Wikstrom on his blog, A Minister's Musings.
The Rev. Erik Wikstrom serves as the Settled Minister at Thomas Jefferson Memorial Church – Unitarian Universalist, in Charlotte, Virginia.
I don't like how implies folks are scamming the system. Of course I don't want to go to the police who will likely beat and incarcerate me. Just say no if you don't got no money I'm sure the Catholics do.


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7 Tiny Tattoo Facts To Consider Before Getting One, According To A Celebrity Tattoo Artist
By Zoe Weiner
LucyHale/Instagram
Kendall Jenner, Hailey Baldwin, and Bella Hadid have another thing in common, aside from their famous families and multi-million dollar modeling contracts: Tiny, hidden tattoos. The mini works of art have become increasingly popular in the last few years, thanks in large part to their hide-ability (and the fact that they're really, really fun to show off on Instagram). But with any tattoo — large, small, or in-between — there are still some things you should know before getting a tiny tattoo, no matter how easy it is to cover with makeup or a bracelet.
Even if a tattoo is small, it's still a permanent mark on your body, and it's critically important to educate yourself on the process before you go under a needle. All tattoos, and all tattoo ink, parlors and artists, are not created equally, which I learned the hard way after getting my own tiny tats — one that came out really well, and another that looks like total shit.
With small tattoos, there is an entirely different set of things to look out for, especially because there is less leeway for error. If an artist messes up a line on a tiny tat, it's not like they can go over it and fix it the same way they could with a big one. Perfection is key with small lines, which is why you need to know what your getting into beforehand.
Here are seven facts about tiny tattoos to consider before you get one, care of Brian Keith Thompson, celebrity piercer and owner of Body Electric Tattoo. And don't worry, none of them involve getting permission from anyone to do it. It's your body, after all!
1. Some Artists Won't Do Them
When you're going in for a tattoo, it's important to remember that "body art" is a form of ART, and each artist has his or her own individual strengths and weaknesses. Because of this, some specialize in micro-tattoos while others won't do them at all, which is why it's important to do your research beforehand. "Check yelp, check their google rating, and ask them questions," says Thompson. "If you pick someone who isn't competent in what they do, is it really their fault, or also your fault for picking someone who isn't competent?" Also, be sure to check out their portfolio (or at the very least, their Instagram) to confirm that they have experience with the type of tiny tattoo you're looking for.
2. Mistakes Do Happen
There's an old saying in the industry — "they all can't be winners," and with a small, tiny little fine line tattoo, there's not a lot of margin for error, so mistakes do happen. "It's a handmade tattoo, and people make mistakes," says Thompson. "When they're small and micro, sometimes the line's not perfectly straight the way you want it. You know, it's not photoshop, it's not a drawing, it's your body — it's skin." Make sure you find an artist who knows what they're doing (and who's used to doing fine line art) to minimize the chance of a mistake.
3. No Two Tattoos Will Look The Same
This is important to note for anyone who wants to get matching tattoos with their besties, or who wants an exact replica of Bella Hadid's tiny tattoo. "Sometimes your skin handles pigment differently than other peoples," says Thompson when asked why some people's "identical" tattoos may look different, even if they were done at the same time by the same artist. "Sometimes it's your skin, or the way you took care of it, or the soaps you're using, or your water... it can be numerous different things." There's really no way to fix this, but it is important to know before you go under the needle.
4. Fine Lines Fade Faster
As cute as they are when you get them, tiny tattoos sadly won't last as long as full-line, traditional style tattoos. "If it's a single needle tattoo, most artists cut the ink down because they can't use just straight black because it bleeds out, so they cut it so it's not as strong of a black pigment, so the body will actively remove it faster," says Thompson. Your immune system is actively working to get rid of a tattoo the minute the ink hits your body, and it has an easier time flushing out single line styles simply because there's less ink.
5. They Can Easily Be Reworked
Even though tiny tattoos fade more quickly than bigger ones, they are easier to fix when it happens. "You can just have it reworked in 10 years and go back over it," says Thompson. "Larger portions of your body it's not as feasible for some people with the time and the money, but tattoos can be brought back to life again." Plus, with small tattoos you can always, always go bigger… which is a lot easier (and less painful) than trying to go smaller.
6. Delicate Tattoos Need To Be Treated Delicately
Believe it or not, micro tattoos really are as fragile as they look. "Because the lines are smaller, they are thinner and more delicate, they don't take abuse as well as the larger, thicker lines," says Thompson. "It's a more delicate tattoo, so you just have to treat it more delicately." Make sure you don't pick the scabs, run into anything or soak the tattoo in water. And the better you treat your body post-tattoo — eating well and getting enough sleep — the better it will heal.
7. Less Care Is Best Care
Every studio may have a different approach to aftercare, but Thompson lives by a "less is best" mantra, especially with delicate tattoos. "You wanna wash it a few times a day, and then just leave it alone," he says. "I let my tattoos dry out, I don't constantly take care of it for two weeks. I leave it alone and let it do its thing." He suggests applying a thin coat of colorless, odorless lotion a few times a day, and keeping the tattooed skin out of the sun. No picking or scratching the scabs, either.


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This is the future! Well a vision of the future. All our experiences use a range of head mounted displays (HMD). We normally use the HTC Vive Pro or Original headsets for most experiences. But we also have Windows Mixed Reality, Oculus Rift, Oculus Go & PlayStation VR. You will either be standing in a small room and able to explore the virtual environment by walking physical around and moving using the wand style controlelrs. For racing experiences you will be seated in a car style racing seat with a physical Steering Wheel, Pedals and Gear Shifter, while earing the VR Headset. Some experiences are standing only, which means you stay on the same spot but can still move 1-2 steps in each directions and duck, swing and fight! We also have some experiences played completly seated suitable for everyone included wheelchair users.
This will depend on the other parties and bookings we have. Although we always try to accomodate our customers, we do suggest you arrive at least 10 minutes before any booking. This is especially true during peak-times such as school holidays, weekends or rainy days! For large group bookings we may require a non-refundable deposit.
We can normally reschedule all bookings with at least 24-hours notice. However large or private bookings may mean forefitting the deposit payment – especially if we've closed the venue for your party.
This depends on the game or experience. Some games are just for 1-player but your friends and family can take it in turns and will find it enjoyable to watch the player – especially when they jump and scream on some of the scary games. However we do have multiplayer games which allow upto 4 players to either compete or co-operate together at the same time – this will require more headsets to be booked out.
We recommend you book if you wish to come outside our core hours or at busy times. Large groups should always book. However during our core opening hours there is always someone on hand that if a headset is available will be happy to get you playing.
This depends on the headset and experience. A room scale experience (where you move around the room) is more expensive than a standing only or seated experience. If you wish to play at the same time as a friend then you will need to book a pod each. Prices start at as little as £5 for a 10 minute standing or seated experience. A private 1-hour room scale pod featuring HTC Vive Pro is normally £30.
Virtual Reality is anything the experiences allow. We certainly have haunted house style games and they are really scary! But this is Virtual Reality so the experience range from walking on Mars, being under the ocean or fighting hordes of killer Zombies.
This depends on how long you've booked for. Some games we recommend a minimum of 60 minutes before you start. Some games allow you to continue your progress over multiple visits!
We recommend players are at least 8 years old – however some experiences can be played by younger children. However certain games are age rating and these restrictions will apply and we reserve the right to refuse access to certain experiences depending on the age of the player.
I recommend you arrive 10-15 minutes before the booked time slot. We have an on-site licensed cafe/bar and toilet facilities.
Just yourself and perhaps money for extra time, drinks snacks etc!
Some people find wearing the headset a bit scary so we start them off in a very gentle experience. If you are unsure we have some experiences which only last 2-3 minutes which we will happily let you try for free during normal opening hours before you book. However we do have some experiences which are fast paced and can be quite scary especially for sensitive or younger players. Our horror games are only suitable for the age rating on the game and some players with fear of heights shouldn't take part in some of the experiences. However we do have something for everyone including just painting and playing with cute animals in VR.


YOU. No, not you. I'm talking about the show. Launched by Netflix last December, I'm sure you've heard all about it via Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat or (if you're old school) Facebook.
Although, the show originally aired on Lifetime and was moved to Netflix after Lifetime passed on the second season. YOU is an American psychological thriller/crime drama that takes place in upper east side New York. It is about young bookstore clerk, Joe Goldberg, who instantly falls in love with customer Guinevere Beck. Well, more like becomes obsessed with. Joe starts following her around, trying to get closer to her and quickly becomes entangled in all sorts of obstacles such as: Beck's best friend, Peach, his neighbor's abusive boyfriend and her son, his obsession with Beck and much more.
First off, let me just start by saying the description of this new show on Netflix is BEYOND lame. "Boy sees girl Boy falls for girl. How far will boy go to get girl?" Lame. Not intriguing at all. Did they really think that's going to make people want to watch the show?
However, I admit I was interested after watching the trailer. It seemed suspenseful and thrilling, which is my favorite genre. So I decided to watch the first episode, and honestly, it wasn't as bad as I expected it to be. It was definitely..weird. The main character, Joe Goldberg, just gives off uncomfortable vibes. And even though you know throughout the entire show that Joe is the bad guy, you can't help but root for him.
Even after Penn Badgley, who portrays Joe, told us not to. To all my Gossip Girl fans, Joe is like Dan Humphrey times ten. I highly recommend you check out this show if you're one who favors thrilling suspense that'll have you sitting on the edge of your seat. This show is riveting and nail biting, with lots of plot twists in every episode. This show will pull you in and leave you wondering what the hell happens next with its dramatic season one cliffhanger finale. So grab some snacks, take a seat and start binging.


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Овчикалача, или Овчикалачаский джамоат () — сельская община (джамоат) в Бободжон-Гафуровском районе Согдийской области Таджикистана. Находится по двум берегам реки Ходжибакирган (Козы-Багла). С юго-востока граничит с Лейлекским районом Баткенской области Киргизии. Сельская община Овчикалача включает в себе 8 сел: Овчи, Калача, Шайхон, Пахтаобод, Богпарвар, Себзор, Дехнав и Навруз. На берегу реки, которая проходит посередине села, имеется мавзолей проповедника ислама Ходжабакиргония, который являлся учеником известного проповедника в мире ислама Ходжа Ахмед Ясави. Население  чел. (2015 год; 6 место, 6,21%), в основном таджики и узбеки, а также имеются киргизы. Население в основном занимается сельским хозяйством, торговлей и животноводством. Имеется 7 общеобразовательных школ, 2 детских сада, 1 больница, 2 поликлиники. Основная сельскохозяйственная культура — хлопок. Также выращивают все виды овощных, бахчевых и фруктовых культур. Система управления считается централизованным. Председатель джамоата назначается исполнительным органом государственной власти.

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As we come to the end of another busy year for businesses, worries within the tech sector are growing as the implementation of the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) draws closer. Here at NIX Solutions, we have the best practices in place to bring clarity to the uncertainty, knowledge to the ignorance and method to the madness.
In short, GDPR is Europe's framework for the protection of data and EU citizens' privacy. It relates to the way in which companies store consumer's data, and expands on an individual's ability to access and control the data you collect from them.
Therefore, for organisations that collect, transfer and store consumer data, it's mission critical to be ready for the new legislation which will come into force on 25th May, 2018. Despite the ambiguity surrounding UK Brexit negotiations, GDPR regulations will remain the new benchmark for data handling and privacy for years to come – outlining the importance of businesses' ability to comply with, and adapt to, the new rulings.
This is heightened when the consequences for your company failing to make all adequate efforts to protect data, are potential penalties of up to €20,000,000, or fines equal to 4% of your turnover (the fine will always be the larger number). In addition, brands that fail to protect data will suffer reputational damage and potential revenue loss.
This was vindicated just this week, as it was uncovered that global taxi transport company, Uber had concealed a massive global breach of 57 million customers' data in October 2016, only notifying customers and drivers one year later. The scandal has led to a public airing of the company's considerable dirty laundry (negative stories they'd prefer went away), sparking social media trends calling to boycott the firm – demonstrating the damage having loose data protection can do to your company's reputation.
Personal data is any information related to an individual – name, photos, addresses, bank details, medical information, and anything else a company or organisation holds about a person. It should also be noted that web cookies and anything that helps record that information, including what browsers and devices people use, and where they are (geolocation data) is included in the scope of the new law. There is no distinction between data about public, private or personal work roles – the person is the person. This also accounts for B2B markets, as the relationships that handle the negotiations are formed by people, or individuals.
The right to access – individuals have the right to request access to their data and transparency relating to how the company plans to use it.
The right to be forgotten – they have the right to have their data deleted.
The right to data portability – the right to transfer their data between companies.
The right to be informed – individuals must be informed before their data is collected, processed and stored. And a data subject should know if their data is being sent to a third-party as part of this process.
The right not to be subject to a decision that is taken without human intervention – any decision, that is based on automated processing and has a legal effect, or a similarly significant effect on the individual now needs a human as part of the process.
The right to restrict processing – Individuals can request that their data is not used for processing.
The right to object – this includes the right of individuals to stop the processing of their data for direct marketing.
The right to be notified – If there has been a data breach, companies need to inform those affected within the first 72 hours after becoming aware that a breach has occurred.
These changes and others are why we at NIX have a team of qualified lawyers, ready to solve all the issues that may arise. We'd like to thank partners from Alpha-omega Legal Center for legal and practical help and guidance getting ourselves and clients ready.
Evidently, the impact that new GDPR regulations will have on the technology industry is unparalleled. Even if your company isn't based in Europe – if you have customers or suppliers, or consumer data passes through Europe – you need to know about GDPR. Here are some initial steps to get you started and ensure you're fully compliant.
A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is responsible for data collection and processing within an organisation. It is wise to recruit someone who will solely oversee this area, as the GDPR entails various rules that will require thorough attention, e.g. the need to conduct data protection impact assessments.
Outsourcing data collection and processing, especially when it comes to payments, is no longer a way to absolve an organisation of responsibility. Many organisations outsource marketing, payment processing and IT. Every touchpoint in the supply chain can involve processing and storing and sharing sensitive consumer data.
Going forward, GDPR requires that the company collecting and using the data is confident in the security of every provider, including third-party cloud services. It is no longer a case of out of sight, out of mind. Companies and providers will need to share more information about internal processes, to ensure everyone is compliant with the new legislation.
The new legislation stresses that organisations will need to respond rapidly once they are aware of a data breach, informing the data subjects and national regulators within 72 hours. Therefore, you should implement safeguards throughout your infrastructure to contain any breaches, and develop a plan of action to notify individuals ASAP. In addition, make sure to check your suppliers have considerable security measures in place, as outsourcing doesn't exempt you from being liable.
When a company takes payments online, there is an explicit ask for sensitive information, from card details to an email address. When GDPR comes into force, this ask, whilst already explicit, needs to come with a clear statement about where the data goes, who is responsible for storing it and processing the data.
Every company in this value chain needs to have processes that offer rigid protection. And then, the end-user needs to be able to confidently give their consent, knowing that they are handing over personal data that can protect it. Consent can also be withdrawn at any time, which means reconsidering auto-renewal and subscription payment processes.
While GDPR presents many challenges and worries for organisations, it arguably provides great opportunity to retain more loyal customers. The new parameters facilitate client-business relationships, allowing your firm to develop strong bonds and potentially create a long-term consumer base.
With this in mind, the 25th May 2018 should be anticipated with a sense of promise rather than concern. We have spent most of 2017 getting ready, to ensure our customers can work with a team of qualified lawyers to adapt to this new legislation. GDPR is approaching fast; but in our experience, you don't need to worry.
GDPR is not as scary as it may seem. We are ready to help. As the date approaches, we urge you to start implementing new data protection compliance guidelines, internally and working with suppliers, and to get in contact if you want NIX Solutions to assist.


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La Temporada 2016-2017 de la Liga de Béisbol Estatal de Veracruz fue la edición número 1 de este circuito. Se realizó entre los meses de diciembre de 2016 a enero de 2017. Esta temporada estuvo conformada por 6 equipos del estado de Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave.

Los Chileros de Xalapa se coronaron como los primeros campeones del circuito al derrotar en la Serie Final a los Petroleros de Minatitlán por 2 juegos a 0. El mánager campeón fue Francisco Rivera.

Sistema de competencia
Se jugó solo los sábados y domingos y fue una temporada de aproximadamente dos meses de competencia. La primera jornada se jugó el 10 y 11 de diciembre de 2016. El calendario fue de 10 juegos disputados en 5 fines de semana. La temporada regular concluyó el 11 de enero de 2017, y calificaron a la postemporada los primeros cuatro equipos del standing, jugando el 1.º vs. el 4.º y el 2.º vs. el 3.º a partir del 14 de enero, las series fueron a ganar dos de tres juegos. Los ganadores se enfrentaron por el campeonato, en un compromiso también a ganar dos de tres juegos posibles.

Equipos participantes
Temporada "Miguelito" Hernández

Ubicación geográfica de los equipos

Posiciones
  Actualizadas las posiciones al 11 de enero de 2017.

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Enlaces externos
 Página oficial en Facebook de la Liga Veracruzana Estatal de Béisbol
 Cuenta Oficial en Twitter de la Liga Veracruzana Estatal de Béisbol

Temporadas Liga Veracruzana Estatal de Béisbol
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Exhibit at the Art League of Long Island
I'll be participating in a member's exhibit at the Art League of Long Island on March 26, 2022.
On From March 19 to April 8, 2022 one of my acrylic pour paintings will be included in a member's exhibit at the Art League of Long Island in Deer Park, NY. There will be an artist's reception on March 26, 2022 at 1pm. Hope to see you there!
***Update: March 27 — Thank you to everyone who came out to support local artists! It was wonderful to see you. Thank you to the Art League for putting this together and sharing such a beautiful gallery space.


Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association's Board of Directors will notify members of any deferred patronage dividend amount allocated to your account this year. This is, in effect, invested in cable, digital switching, electronics and other property.
Should a member receive an allocation notice, the amount of your patronage capital is shown on the "Notice of Deferred Patronage Dividend," statement and is based on the amount of business (service) you do with your Cooperative. The business (service) with the Cooperative (on which the allocation is based), includes monthly recurring charges for telephone service, TV service, Internet access, long distance charges and telecommunication equipment purchases. It is annually credited to your deferred dividend account on the books of the Cooperative. This is not an amount to deduct from your WCTA monthly bill.
This means, of course, that your dividend will remain invested in the Cooperative until such time sufficient funds have been accumulated, after which time, the Board may retire these accumulated credits. At this time there is no date set as to when the above dividend allocation will be refunded.
WE ARE NOT TAX ADVISORS. However, it is our understanding the proper reporting of your deferred dividend allocation is as follows: The deferred dividend allocation is not taxable until payment for the dividend is received in cash, and then only to the extent the telecommunication expenses were deducted on your income tax returns for the years the dividend was allocated.
Consult with your tax advisor if you have any questions or need additional explanation for the proper tax reporting of your deferred dividend allocation.
Please provide us with any address changes to insure mailings are sent to the correct address.
When do I receive an Allocation Notice?
Allocation notices will either appear on your September or October monthly bill, or sent as a separate mailing in September or October of each calendar year.
We are currently paying out dividend checks from 1997-2000, so members that had accumulated enough capital credits during that time may receive a check from WCTA for their patronage. The board of directors may decide to retire accumulated credits from other years at a later date.
What are Allocation Notices and how are they calculated?
Allocation notices let members know what amount was allocated to their dividend account on the books of the Cooperative that was accumulated through monthly recurring charges for telephone service, TV service, internet access, long distance charges, and telecommunications equipment purchases. They are not an amount that can be deducted from a monthly bill from WCTA.


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Two Previously Deported Sex Offenders Busted by Border Patrol in South Texas
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U.S. Border Patrol agents in Falfurrias apprehended two previously deported sex offenders after they had illegally re-entered the United States. The sex offenders were captured approximately 80 miles north of the Texas/Mexico border.
The agents from the Rio Grande Valley sector working at the Falfurrias checkpoint in Brooks County discovered an adult male from Mexico near the small town of Encino. The area is a known hotspot for illegal aliens to be dropped off to make their way around the Falfurrias checkpoint before proceeding northward to Houston and their eventual destination.
Agents conducted a background check on the man and discovered he had previously been arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department on a charge of rape, information provided to Breitbart Texas by the U.S. Border Patrol revealed. He was eventually convicted on the charge and deported from the United States following his prison term.
Last week, agents in McAllen, Texas, apprehended a Honduran man near the town of Hidalgo. That man was also a previously convicted sex offender, having been arrested by the Plainfield Police Department in New Jersey in 2009. He was charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault."
"Our Border Patrol agents continue to remain vigilant in their efforts to protect this nation from all threats, especially predators and convicted criminals attempting to illegally enter the country," Rio Grande Valley Sector Chief Patrol Agent Manuel Padilla Jr. said in a written statement "Because of the agents' hard work, these dangerous criminals were unable to make it into our communities."
Both of the previously deported sex offenders were arrested and placed into custody where they await possible charges of felony re-entry after being deported as a registered sex offender.
The arrest of the previously deported aliens underscores the need to secure the southern border with Mexico to keep criminals of this type from re-entering the country at will.
Bob Price serves as associate editor and senior political news contributor for Breitbart Texas. He is a founding member of the Breitbart Texas team. Follow him on Twitter @BobPriceBBTX.
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