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Swiss Life shareholders approve all resolutions proposed by the Board of Directors
At today's Annual General Meeting of Swiss Life Holding Ltd, shareholders approved all resolutions proposed by the Board of Directors. The total distribution amounts to CHF 16.50 gross per share. Thomas Buess was newly elected to the Board of Directors.
Around 1290 shareholders attended the Annual General Meeting at the Hallenstadion in Zurich. Overall, 17.49 million of the voting rights (51.10% of share capital) were represented.
For the 2018 financial year, the Board of Directors proposed a distribution to the shareholders totalling CHF 16.50 gross per registered share. This comprises a withholding tax-free distribution from the capital contribution reserve in the amount of CHF 2.50 as well as a distribution from profit of CHF 14.00 gross. The entire distribution of CHF 11.60 net as approved at the General Meeting will be paid out with value date 7 May 2019. The General Meeting confirmed Rolf Dörig as Chairman of the Board of Directors and elected the other Board members for an extra term of office of one year each. Thomas Buess was newly elected to the Board of Directors.
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SwissLife also published its financial condition report today. This reporting with additional information regarding the already published 2018 annual report contains details of the solvency of Swiss Life in addition to information concerning operating activity, governance and risk management. It is available at www.swisslife.com/results.
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E-commerce explosion coming for 2014 holiday shopping: Dianne Buckner | CBC News Loaded
E-commerce explosion coming for 2014 holiday shopping: Dianne Buckner
Canadians are coming a bit late to the e-commerce party, but they're catching on quickly, and industry insiders expect a spike in online shopping this year.
Canadian shopping traditions are changing, with more mobile purchases, in-store pickup
Dianne Buckner · CBC News · Posted: Nov 02, 2014 5:12 AM ET | Last Updated: November 2, 2014
Online shopping is expected to grow much more quickly this holiday season. (iStock)
Canadians of all ages will set new records shopping online this holiday season, according to a number of industry insiders.
Canadians are coming a bit late to the e-commerce party. In Britain close to 15 per cent of overall retail sale are made online. In the U.S. it's nine per cent, according to Forrester Research. Canada is at six per cent.
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But Canadians are taking their dollars to the keyboard and closing the gap. Within five years, the U.S. is forecast to be at 11 per cent; Canada at 10 per cent, Forrester Research said.
Canada Post expects to deliver 20 per cent more parcels related to e-commerce this November and December.
"The growth has been amazing," says Rod Hart, Canada Post's general manager of parcels and e-commerce. "And you also see that online shopping used to skew to an age category that was on the younger side. Now we see that right through to 60-plus, they've becoming more comfortable with it."
Retailers slow to adapt
Consumers aren't entirely responsible for the slower pace of adoption here. Later adaptation to online trends by Canadian retailers has been a factor as well, according to the head of digital for Best Buy Canada.
"Forty per cent of Canadians are spending their dollars online with foreign retailers, and that's because the selection is not here," says Thierry Hay-Sabourin of Best Buy. "Retailers have not adopted e-commerce at the same pace as consumers."
But the bandwagon is filling up now, according to internal studies done by Canada Post.
One million Canadian households started shopping online in the past eight months.
Close of half of those Canadians e-shoppers have purchased three or more items for delivery in just the past three months.
Industry insiders point to growing trends such as in-store pickup, mobile purchases and wider selection offered online as setting the pace in Canadian e-commerce.
In the past there were two ways to shop: go to the store to buy, or go online and have your purchase delivered. In-store pickup is a mix of the two. Customers place an order online, and then visit the store to pick it up.
At first glance it doesn't seem to make sense — what's the point of going online if you're going to end up making the trip to a store anyway?
"Convenience is the name of the game for consumers," says Hay-Sabourin of Best Buy. He says customers save time, not needing to trudge through aisles in search of what they want, plus there's no risk the item may not be available.
Customers who've reserve products online can show up as soon as 20 minutes after their online purchase, Best Buy promises, and even use use special parking and check-out counters.
The Bay intends to introduce an in-store pick-up system in the coming year. But it won't be a reservation system.
"We tried it at Saks," explains Michael Burgess, the president of The Bay's e-commerce division. "It was not very effective, because a lot of customers would reserve but then not go in and buy. We're going to do a buy online and pick up in store, so that customers have actually made the commitment."
Mobile purchases
The use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets is going through the roof, both for product research and actual transactions.
"Mobile is such an incredibly pervasive technology that no one is going to ignore it," says Michael LeBlanc, VP of digital for the Retail Council of Canada. He notes that in an internal survey, some retailers reported that a full 25 per cent of their online transactions are coming directly from a mobile device.
A growing number of retailers such as Mountain Equipment Co-op and Indigo have invested in software that can tell when a customer arrives at the website via a mobile device. They'll then be directed to a site that's been designed to be easily viewed on a smaller screen.
Endless aisle
Retailers refer to the practice of making a far wider array of products available online, than in a physical store as "endless aisle." Real estate is a lot cheaper in cyberspace. Wal-Mart, Sears, and Foot Locker are just a few that take this approach.
Some e-tailers are stretching beyond of their own traditional categories to sell goods you'd never find in their stores.
For example, pharmacy chain London Drugs is offering musical instruments and vacuums on its website, to name just a couple of surprising items.
Meanwhile electronics chain Best Buy is selling furniture, baby supplies, ping-pong tables and more. "We have the largest selection of luggage in Canada," boasts Hay-Sabourin.
These merchants have found that if a customer is satisfied with their e-commerce experience, they may be willing to buy an even wider selection of goods.
Despite the growth of e-commerce, parking lots and check-out lines will still be a nightmare this holiday season.
Old-school shoppers
As dramatic as the growth of e-commerce may be, the reality is that the vast majority of holiday shoppers will still be doing it old-school, and taking a trip to the mall. Plenty of shoppers want to touch and feel the products they buy, and always will.
Then there are the shoppers who have no idea of what to buy, and need to meander through multiple stores in the hopes of spotting the perfect gift.
The burst of online sales that will occur after U.S. Thanksgiving on Cyber Monday, Dec. 1 (which will likely extend to be more of a Cyber Week if past indications hold true, says Canada Post's Hart) will definitely pull some shoppers out of the stores. But not all, meaning most shoppers still spend time in a crowded, bricks and mortar store.
Dianne Buckner
Dianne Buckner has reported on entrepreneurs for two decades. She hosts Dragons' Den on CBC Television and is part of the business news team at CBC News Network.
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In Dallas, Texas On July 7th of this year, a heavily armed shooter fired upon a peaceful demonstration and the police officers who had been assembled to ensure the safety of those demonstrating.
Two demonstrators were hurt. 5 officers died.
the shooter was, reportedly, angered by the deaths of black men at the hands of police officers, specifically recent police shootings in Louisiana and Minnesota… both of which were highly publicized and scrutinized as further evidence of the injustice dealt black citizens at the hands of law enforcement.
And while there have been many violent moments in this cyclical history of ours, there was, in my experience, an almost palpable difference between this moment and recent moments. There seemed to be a kind of pause.
Fewer detached voices offering simple solutions to complex problems.
And I found myself among them; I didn't know what to say. I didn't know what to do. That's an oddly unfamiliar space for me… to feel as if my voice didn't matter and that my actions could possibly be inconsequential.
That is, as I've come to understand, part of what it means to be privileged; that I generally know (or believe) my voice and ideas matter – that my actions have consequence.
But there I was feeling… powerless… silent.
In my humbling immobility, I turned my attentions to Michael McBride. Often called "Pastor Mike," he is, as you will clearly note, a Pentecostal pastor. He is a graduate of Duke University's Divinity School, a member of the Presidents advisory council on Faith-based and Neighborhood partnerships. He is National Director for Urban Strategies/LIVE FREE Campaign with the PICO National Network, and the founder and Lead Pastor of The Way Christian Center in Berkeley, CA.
I met up with Michael on a night during which he had assembled and hosted a panel focused on gun violence. It was a vibrant and powerful evening which left me with the clear impression that there is a qualitative difference between conversations in which participants are primarily interested in making a point and conversations in which participants are primarily interested in making a difference.
Like the panel he assembled that night, Michael McBride is a man for whom political points and Facebook likes are next to meaningless, but for whom the lives of real people mean everything. I normally introduce each episode with the declaration that the At Sea Podcast puts you in touch with great culture makers because I believe what they do helps us live deeper and richer lives. The reality is that what Michael McBride does ensures that some people get to live at all.
Our conversation ranged from real-world statistics and solutions regarding gun violence, to the nature of racial hierarchy, to the socio-philosophical ramifications of Star Trek… check it out.


Now TV asked if I was would be up for watching some of the shows that are up for prestigious National Television Awards, happening on the 25th January and hosted by Dermot O'Leary. This is the 22nd year of the awards and it's a huge accolade to be nominated, let alone to win! I was asked to choose a show from three categories and put it through its paces! Oh, the one part of the challenge that would make it a lot more fun was that we had to use Emoji's to convey our thoughts on each show! Now TV sent us a their Now TV box and some treats for our nights in front of the telly box!
What I knew about it before watching: A follow on series of the renowned original show that aired in the late 90's. I was too young to be interested in what a bunch of 30 somethings was up to when I was a teenager! In my mind I see it as a British version of Friends, but we shall see!
I really loved it! I want to go back and watch the whole series right from the start now. I loved working out how each of the characters was involved with the others, and although I felt like I did miss a bit of the back story having not seen the past episodes I soon got into it and got swept up with the drama of each of the families involved, who have now had kids, been divorced or widowed. Each story-line is introduced at the right pace, and each episode ends with a little cliffhanger. It's up against Game of Thrones, Casualty, The Night Manager & Happy Valley in the awards, and I'd love for it to win, but have a feeling GOT will take the trophy!
What I knew about it before watching: Based on the life and background of Queen Victoria, it aired on ITV originally. She was a young Queen in her teens when she arrived on the throne so it will be interesting to see more about that period of time, the early(ish?) 1800s.
After a great first couple of episodes the pace slowed down a little but I still found myself gripped. I have a real interest in the British monarchy (I'm not a royalist really, I just love learning about our history) and although I'm fully aware it's very dramatise and nothing but the most obvious facts can be known from that period, but taken with a pinch of salt it's easy to get lost in an episode or two at a time! Jenna Coleman plays Victoria superbly, erratic, highly strung but still endearing! I also loved how the program mixes story of the royals and also the 'below stairs' staff! Also in the running in this category are Poldark, Stranger Things, Call the Midwife, (apparently the 60's and 70's counts as a period drama, who knew?) and Peaky Blinders. It could be in with a chance I think!
What I knew about it before watching: Comedy based around an all inclusive resort in Benidorm. It's really not something I'd paid much attention to and I was surprised to see it's in its seventh season!
Not that impressed! It did make me chuckle a few times but I thought it was a bit predictable. I did really love some of the characters though, like the camp hairdresser and the love-to-hate Manageress of the of the resort. I would watch it again but probably in the background as I work rather than giving it my full attention, as I think i'd be able to keep up with the storyline without giving it my full attention! It's up against Orange is the New Black, Mrs Browns Boys and The Big Bang Theory, all of which would have different target audience I think , so it's a hard one to call!
I hadn't used Now TV before this challenge, but it's a great idea. A subscription service that you can cancel at any time and tailor to your needs, there are Entertainment, Cinema, Sports & kids packages that you can mix and match. Shows from channels like Sky Atlantic, the Comedy Channel and MTV are included plus lots more! The entertainment pass is £6.99 a month, and the kids pass just £2.99, plus you'll get 14 days free trial too to see if you like it, though I don't see how you wouldn't!
If you're into your telly, make sure you check out NOW TV's emoji coverage of the National Television Awards next week, with a livestream from the red carpet on Facebook and behind the scenes access to all the celebrities…very exciting indeed! I've added so many more shows to my watch list, I fear I shan't see daylight for a few weeks!
This post was written in partnership with Now TV, all words and opinions are my own.
I wasn't sure how much i'd watch but instead of watching repeats of 'location location location' in the evenings I actually watch something I enjoy!
I'm also a fan of Benidorm… I don't think it's great, but it's just good 'switch off' trashy TV if you'd had a long day.
You won't regret it, it's SO good!
I think its great u cancel anytime my mum loves watching benidorm.
I tend to get bored with the same channels, so a NOW box would suit me perfectly. Plus I love Benidorm!
Oooo. These are great choices!
Victoria is wonderful isn't it! Highly addictive!


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You're interested in becoming a virtual assistant, congratulations! Maybe you like the idea of setting your own schedule. Maybe you could use the extra income. Maybe you'd like to be a work at home parent so you can watch over your little ones. Whatever your reason, you know you want to become a virtual assistant. The good news is there are plenty of clients out there looking for a helpful VA.
You stumble upon a job listing for a virtual assistant. You can follow the instructions and apply for the job, but then you notice that you don't actually know what you'll be doing because the job offer never states that information. Hmmm….
Usually, this type of job scammer spends a lot of time talking about what a "great" job this and how you can have a flexible schedule if you're hired. Yet you can't get a description of what tasks you'll be expected to do and even when you ask about it, you don't get a clear answer.
This type of job scammer is looking to exploit a new VA that isn't familiar with the industry yet. They're hoping that you won't read the job offer and that you'll only focus on the dollar signs.
While it would be nice to earn $45/hour for just entering data in Excel sheets, it's not common. You should always question job offers that pay too well, especially if these offers use phrases like "perfect for stay-at-home moms and students" or "no experience required".
Scammers are well-known for asking for too much personal data, which often includes your banking account number and other financial information. They may start out by telling you that you're perfect for the job and that you'll be starting soon. Then they start asking for your information.
It's natural to get excited when you're offered a job. But take a few minutes and do your research. Go to a search engine and enter the company name plus the word scam or job scam, like this "Company Name + Scam" (without quotes). Dig past the first page results and make sure this is really a legitimate company.
Most legitimate clients will want to interview you at some point – whether it's a Skype video chat or an old fashioned telephone call. Potential clients want to get a feel for your personality so they know if they'll enjoy working with you.
By contrast, scammers don't usually require interviews. If they do "interview" you, it might be over an internet messaging service where you never see them face to face or hear their voice. They do this so you won't have any way to report them once they've scammed you.
Above all, listen to your own instincts. If something sounds fishy, it probably is.
Remember that the virtual assistant industry is filled with thousands of potential clients that are legitimate business owners and genuinely want to work with you. It's just a simple matter of finding and connecting with the right clients.
How do you sort through job offers to protect yourself from scammers? Have you ever encountered an online job scam? Share with us in the comments or come join us in the free Facebook group.


Sister bar to acclaimed Vietnamese restaurant Cafe Hanoi, Xuxu Dumpling Bar is the perfect place to begin or end your night – or settle in for the evening.
Xuxu Dumpling Bar (say "Su-su") is one of the city's small gems, a cosy table-service bar just across Commerce Street from its older sibling Cafe Hanoi.
There's a moreish list of Asian-inspired cocktails and a small, but thoughtfully created selection of dumplings to please even the pickiest of palates. On the drinks list select wines, boutique beers and spirits have been carefully chosen to complement the food.
With its quirky atmosphere and delicious dumplings, the delightful Xuxu Dumpling Bar is a worthy drink or dinner destination. With a fortnightly changing wine list and new cocktails constantly in the works, it's a cosy corner spot worth a visit.


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There are two sessions you may attend a single session or two different sessions. Ask your teachers for more information and just turn up on the day to become better prepared for the Regents exams in June.


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Woman arrested in brutal brick beating of 92-year-old man in Willowbrook
By Brandi Hitt
WILLOWBROOK, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A woman has been arrested in connection with a brutal beating of a 92-year-old man in Willowbrook, sheriff's officials said.
This beating happened on July 4 near the corner of 118th Street and Central Avenue. An eyewitness said the elderly man, later identified as Rodolfo Rodriguez, was walking down the sidewalk and he passed a woman. The witness said for some reason, this upset the woman and that's when it all started.
"The woman pushed him and dropped him. She took the block of concrete and hit him in his head many times," the witness said.
The witness said the woman and several men beat Rodriguez, at times using what appeared to be a brick or a piece of concrete.
The witness was able to get a picture of the woman who was walking with a little girl. In that photo, she is seen holding a piece of concrete.
That woman in the picture, identified by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department as 30-year-old Laquisha Jones of Los Angeles, was arrested Tuesday night.
Jones was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon. She is being held on $200,000 bail.
The eyewitness' video recorded the aftermath of the brutal beating, showing a bloody and battered Rodriguez. He has since been released from the hospital and is now recovering at home.
Detectives said they don't have a motive behind the beating and have not found the weapon used in the attack.
A GoFundMe page, with a goal of $15,000, was created July 6 to help pay for Rodriguez's medical treatment. As of Wednesday morning, more than $255,000 had been raised.
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Home T-Boy Society of Film & Music The Top Ten Road Movies
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Thelma & Louise cut through majestic John Ford Country in a '66 T-Bird. The popular film raced to #4 in our poll.
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Curated by Ed Boitano.
1. Viaggio in Italia (1954)
Director: Roberto Rossellini; Story and screenplay: Vitaliano Brancati & Roberto Rossellini); Cast: Ingrid Bergman, George Sanders, Maria Mauban
Roberto Rossellini's groundbreaking spiritual masterpiece is still ahead of its time and widely misunderstood. An unhappily married English couple (played by Rossellini's wife, Ingrid Bergman; and George Sanders) drive to Naples for an inherited property. There is mundane dialogue and bickering about the collapse of their marriage. As the film closes, they are caught in a religious procession, and an off-screen miracle takes place. All they can see is a lame man, euphorically waving his crutches in the air. Overwhelmed by the experience, they make a new commitment to their marriage.
2. Kings of the Road (1976)
Director/writer: Wim Wenders; Cast: Rüdiger Vogler, Hanns Zischler, Lisa Kreuzer; Cinematography by Robby Müller
Wim Wenders' Kings of the Road is about a movie projector mechanic (Wenders' regular, Rüdiger Vogle), traveling the lonely backroads of pre-reunification West Germany to dilapidated movie theaters. He meets a depressed linguist, who just bungled a suicide attempt. The two decide to travel together in an attempt to come to terms with their own lives in a changing world. The final installment of Wenders' Road Trilogy, shot in stark b/w by the brilliant Robby Müller (another Wenders' regular).
3. Wild Strawberries (1957)
Director/ Writer: Ingmar Bergman; Cinematography: Gunnar Fischer; Cast( Full of Bergman regulars): Victor Sjöström, Ingrid Thulin, Bibi Andersson, Gunnar Björnstrand and Max von Sydow (the Seventh Seal's courageous knight in a bit part as a gas station attendant).
Ingmar Bergman's richly humane masterpiece, dramatizes one man's journey of self-discovery. Driving from Stockholm to Lund to accept an honorary degree, an aging professor (played by veteran filmmaker, Victor Sjöström), confronts the emptiness of his existence and the inevitability of his own death. Traveling with his pregnant niece (Ingrid Thulin), the narrative is conveyed through iconic imagery of flashbacks, dreams and nightmares. The final two shots, linked through a dissolve, are among the most heartfelt endings in the history of the cinema.
4. Thelma & Louise (1991)
Director: Ridley Scott; Writer: Callie Khouri; Music: Hans Zimmer; Cast: Susan Sarandon, Geena Davis, Harvey Keitel, Michael Madsen, Christopher McDonald, Brad Pitt
Two working-class women (Susan Sarandon, Genna Davis) bust out of small town Arkansas life in a 1966 T-Bird to blow off a little steam. Their Road Trip transitions into a couples-on-the-run when Thelma shoots a man, stopping a brutal rape of Louise. The characters undergo a rite-of-passage and sense of self-discovery as they traverse the U.S.' expansive landscape. With sheriff's cars behind them, their road ends at the edge of a cliff. Rather than surrender, they decide to floor the T-Bird over the cliff, leaving the audiences with a freeze-framed symbolic image of them flying through the sky.
5. The Grapes of Wrath (1940)
Director: John Ford; Writers: Nunnally Johnson (screen play), John Steinbeck (based on his novel); Cinematography: Gregg Toland; Cast: Henry Fonda, Jane Darwell, John Carradine, Charley Grapewin; John Qualen
The Grapes of Wrath is a film adaptation of John Steinbeck's novel, directed by legendary John Ford. The narrative focuses on the plight of the Joad family, who have been forced off their land due to the Oklahoma Dust Bowl. In a barely functional truck, the group heads to the promised land of California. They are met with inhumanely low wages, corrupt orchard owners and savage strike-busting vigilantes. The film is blessed with many of Ford's hallmarks, Tom Joad's (Henry Fonda) ending soliloquy, and the innovative use of deep-focus cinematography by pre-Citizen Kane cameraman, Greg Tolland.
6. La Strada (1954)
Director: Federico Fellini; Writers: Federico Fellini, Tullio Pinelli (story and screenplay), Tullio Pinelli (dialogue), Music: Nino Rota; Cast: Anthony Quinn, Giulietta Masina, Richard Basehart
Gelsomina (Giulietta Masina) is a gentle peasant girl, sold by her mother to Zampanò (Anthony Quinn), a brutal strongman in a battered traveling circus. She endures physical and emotional abuse as his assistant, but still manages to carry on. The film ends in tragedy when Gelsomina finally breaks down and is abandoned. Later, Zampanò is confronted with his own brutality and drops to his knees at the seashore in remorse. The 'sea' and Chaplin films, where Masina plays a version of the Little Tramp, are recurring influences in the work of Federico Fellini. The film launched Fellini and Masina (Fellini's wife, seven films together) to international stardom.
7. Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia (1974)
Director: Sam Peckinpah, Writing: Gordon T. Dawson, Sam Peckinpah (screenplay), Frank Kowalski, Sam Peckinpah (story). Cast: Warren Oates, Isela Vega, Kris Kristofferson, Robert Webber, Gig Young, Emilio Fernández as El Jefe
Bring the Head of Alfredo Garcia is pure Peckinpah at his best and most personal. Made on a shoestring budget with an all Mexican crew, Benny (Warren Oats), a washed-up piano player in a Tijuana bar, overhears that a bounty has been placed on the head of Al Garcia by a Mexican Mafia Kingman (actor/director, Emilio Fernández). Benny knows Al is dead and buried; he only has to dig him up and cut off his head to earn the money, providing a new start for him and his prostitute girlfriend. But there are other unsavory characters in the mix, leading to a ruthless treasure hunt. Benny readdresses his priorities in an attempt to regain his own self-respect and get to the top of the madness. For Peckinpah, 'the top of the madness' was Richard Nixon and interfering film studio executives.
8. Little Miss Sunshine (2006)
Directors: Jonathan Dayton, Valerie Faris; Writer: Michael Arndt; Cast: Greg Kinnear, Alan Arkin, Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Paul Dano, Abigail Breslin
Initially regarded as a simple family satire, Little Miss Sunshine captured the hearts of mainstream audiences and fits the bill as an uplifting American Road Movie. The directorial debut of a husband and wife team, and a first time writer; a stellar ensemble of six-players, pile into vintage VW Van for a 700-mile journey from Albuquerque to Redondo Beach. Their goal is to make it to a Ramada Inn, the location of a beauty pageant, so their young daughter can participate in the contest. On the journey, the family tries to come to terms with their own personal dilemmas and piece of the American Dream
9. The Straight Story
Director: David Lynch; Writers: John Roach, Mary Sweeney; Cinematography: Freddie Francis; Editor: Mary Sweeney; Music: Angelo Badalamenti; Cast: Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, Harry Dean Stanton
David Lynch made a G-rated movie for Disney, and it is as unique and Lynchian as any of his past films. An ageing farmer (Richard Farnsworth) must complete his final act of redemption: To mend wounds with his estranged brother, whom he has not seen for decades. His old truck is severely out-of-order, so he rigs up a lawn mower to make the long trek to the distant state. Due to the comical mode of his transport, he attracts much attention, meeting a cross-section of rural Americans, facing their own problems. Former stuntman Farnsworth passed away at 80, shortly after the film was made.
10. Green Book (2018)
Director: Peter Farrelly, Writers: Nick Vallelonga, Brian Hayes Currie, Peter Farrelly; Cast: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini
Green Book offers easy lessons learned about an accomplished African-American pianist chauffeured by a streetwise New York Italian-American bouncer to musical engagements in the U.S. South's Jim Crow years. At first they are ambivalent about each other, but become friends, learn from one another, realizing that they were prisoners of their own stereotypes of others. It's a safe movie, but serves as a reminder how things once were – Ali being refused service at hotels, mocked by locals as a man of color wearing fancy 'uppity' clothes. Peter Farelly captures some iconic images, and Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali are a delight to watch.
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From December 14 through January 5 tens of thousands of volunteers throughout the Americas take part in an adventure that has become a family tradition among generations. Families and students, birders and scientists, armed with binoculars, bird guides and checklists go out on an annual mission - often before dawn. For over one hundred years, the desire to both make a difference and to experience the beauty of nature has driven dedicated people to leave the comfort of a warm house during the Holiday season.
Each of the citizen scientists who annually braves snow, wind, or rain, to take part in the Christmas Bird Count makes an enormous contribution to conservation. Audubon and other organizations use data collected in this longest-running wildlife census to assess the health of bird populations - and to help guide conservation action.
From feeder-watchers and field observers to count compilers and regional editors, everyone who takes part in the Christmas Bird Count does it for love of birds and the excitement of friendly competition -- and with the knowledge that their efforts are making a difference for science and bird conservation.
The Bastrop CBC has been held since 1977.
Be prepared for the weather. The day will likely start out cold, then warm up, then get cold again. Dress in layers. If it is wet be sure to bring a change of socks or even dry boots to change into - the only thing worse than cold feet is COLD WET feet!
There will be no group lunch provided for the count. Instead, your section team may meet up for lunch at an agreed-upon location, you may be eating while on the run, or it may be that your meal breaks are handled individually. However your section does it is the right way! Make it your business to know how your section is handling meal breaks. That way you won't show up on the morning of the count and be caught without knowing what to expect.
Bring plenty of water and snacks for yourself. Some teams don't have a problem stopping for supplies, but some sections have so much ground to cover that they don't take the time to stop.
There we will eat dinner, have our countdown, complete ALL paperwork (including Rare Bird Documentation) declare bragging rights for next year, and swap tall tales.
The date for the 2018/2019 Bastrop CBC is Monday, January 1st, 2019.


Sports betting will be inching closer to the untapped Northeast Ohio market with the approval of a sports betting certificate for Presque Isle Downs (PID) in Erie, Pennsylvania.
On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board granted the casino's petition for sports wagering, both for retail and online/mobile bets. The approval doesn't give the casino a green light to kick off sports betting, as regulators still have the give the facility the final OK.
PID is partnered with SBTech for sports wagering.
The Churchill Downs Inc. casino is planning a 1,275-square-foot sportsbook adjacent to its seven-table poker room. It's eyeing 50 self-service betting kiosks and a limited number of betting windows. The company said that kiosks are much more popular for sports bettors.
Churchill, which acquired PID last year, is a major player in the Mississippi sports betting market, telling Pennsylvania regulators that it has 50% of the Magnolia State market. "We are excited to start the process of bringing our sports wagering kiosks to PID, as we have done to our two properties in Mississippi," a Churchill representative told the Board.
PID filed for a $10 mm sports betting certificate in December.
Currently, Pennsylvania has six operational sportsbooks, but no online/mobile platforms yet. Presque Isle Casino is the seventh b&m casino in Pennsylvania to receive approval from the PGCG.
In addition to internet-based sports betting, Presque Isle is also looking to offer online casino gambling (slots and table games), pending a green light from the state.
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In addition to its upcoming sportsbook, PID has more than 1,500 slots and table games, thoroughbred racing, and amenities to draw people from Cleveland.
Sports betting is present in Pittsburgh thanks to the launch of the book at Rivers Casino late last year.
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Dr. Michael Muller, president of the board of Stahl-Holding-Saar company, opened the forum. He noted that all metallurgy establishments used to organize production around raw materials mined at local deposits. Nowadays, however, those sites are depleted and the whole industry branch entirely depends on importing the resources.
Vice Prime Minister, Minister of the Economy, Labour, Energy and Transport of Saarland, Anke Rehlinger in turn noted that "industrial politics can only be successful when raw material politics are in place". She called to focus on the necessity to "scale it (raw material politics) up, since the stability of supply of raw materials is paramount for industrial development in Germany".
The Vice Prime Minister also addressed the US imposing import taxes on steel and aluminum for European companies calling them "a major challenge". She urged the metallurgy businesses representatives not to give up, despite "rising number of challenges".
"Rerouting the trade flows further complicating current situation is inevitable since the American markets would be closed. It is fair to say that it is not getting any easier, but the good thing is we can continue working with our partners, our Russian partners as well, to find proper solutions. I think together we should foster the trade being open and fair", Ms. Rehlinger summed up.
Сounsul General of the Russian Federation in Bonne, Vladimir Sedykh, emphasized the importance of building the gas pipeline "Nord Stream - 2" to the members of the conference. He noted that this line will improve reliability of gas supply to consumers in Germany and Europe, while the realization of this project will be beneficial for both Russian and German sides.
An expert in environment protection and ex-Vice Secretary General of the UN, Professor Dr. Klaus Töpfer called such platforms like one here at Völklingen a foundation for step-by-step development of mutually advantageous partnerships. He reminded the audience that he has been a member of the first Germany-Russia raw material forum, established by Saint-Petersburg Mining University, Freiberg University of Mining and Technology and VNG-Verbundnetz Gas AG company 12 years ago.
Saint-Petersburg Mining University delegation lead by first vice-rector Natalia Pashkevich participates at the "German-Russian Raw Materials Dialogue on River Saar" as well. The vice-rector called the audience's attention to this forum being "a new step in strengthening mutually beneficial partnership". Furthermore, she reminded the participants of long-time collaboration between the Mining University and Saar's metallurgists.
It is worth reminding that recently the Saint-Petersburg Mining University delegates participated in a meeting of the German-Russian Raw Material Forum Organizing Committee, which was held in Saarland (Germany). The topics discussed included the agenda of XI conference taking place in Potsdam on 7th and 8th of November, 2018.


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Armed policeman at Parkland school 'never went in' to confront shooter
The officer has resigned.
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THE ARMED OFFICER on duty at the Florida school where a shooter killed 17 people never went inside to engage the gunman and has been placed under investigation, officials announced last night.
The Valentine's Day shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School by a gunman armed with an AR-15 style assault rifle has reignited national debate over gun laws and school safety, including proposals by President Donald Trump and others to designate more people — including trained teachers — to carry arms on school grounds. Gun-control advocates, meanwhile, have redoubled their push to ban assault rifles.
The school resource officer at the high school took up a position viewing the western entrance of the building that was under attack for more than four minutes, but "he never went in," Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel said at a news conference. The shooting lasted about six minutes.
The officer, Scot Peterson, was suspended without pay and placed under investigation, then chose to resign, Israel said. When asked what Peterson should have done, Israel said the deputy should have "went in, addressed the killer, killed the killer".
A telephone message left at a listing for Peterson by The Associated Press wasn't immediately returned. An AP reporter who later went to Peterson's home in a suburb of West Palm Beach saw lights on and cars in the driveway, but no one answered the door when AP attempted to get further comment.
The sheriff said he was "devastated, sick to my stomach. There are no words. I mean, these families lost their children. …. I've been to the funerals. … I've been to the vigils. It's just, ah, there are no words."
There was also a communication issue between the person reviewing the school's security system footage and officers who responded to the school.
Coral Springs Police Chief Tony Pustizzi said that the footage being reviewed was 20 minutes old, so the responding officers were hearing that the shooter was in a certain place while officers already in that location were saying that wasn't the case.
"There was nothing wrong with their equipment. Their equipment works," Pustizzi said. "It's just that when the person was reviewing the tape from 20 minutes earlier, somehow that wasn't communicated to the officers that it was a 20-minute delay."
Pustizzi said the confusion didn't put anyone in danger.
Shooting suspect Nikolas Cruz, 19, has been jailed on 17 counts of murder and has admitted the attack. He owned a collection of weapons. Defense attorneys, state records and people who knew him indicate that he displayed behavioral troubles for years.
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Jose Alvaro Osorio Balvin, better known as J Balvin, is a Colombian reggaetón singer. Although his primary style of music is reggaetón, J Balvin has experimented with other genres such as electronica, house music, trap, and R&B. His original music inspirations were rock groups such as Metallica and Nirvana. Despite working with many English-speaking artists, J Balvin continues to sing almost exclusively in Spanish, and hopes to introduce Spanish-language music to a global audience. He is also highly noted for his electric and colorful fashion sense.
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Real (2009) - J Balvin released his first album in 2009 after the success of his single "Ella Me Cautivo", which was the most popular song listed on the album. Real received Gold certification by ASINCOL.
El Negocio (2011) - Overall, the album was less commercially successful than his previous album, Real, but produced two hit singles that gave him vast recognition: "Sin Compromiso" and "En Lo Oscuro".
La Familia (2013) - His third studio album was released on October 29, 2013 by Capitol Latin. At its peak, the album reached number 1 on both the Columbian Albums (ASINCOL) chart and Billboard's Top US Latin Rhythm Albums. Additonally, the album went certified gold and platinum across several countries such as Colombia, Argentina, and Mexico. The most popular song is the hit single "6AM", which led J Balvin to be nominated for Best Urban Performance and Best Urban Song at the 15th annual Latin Grammy Awards.
Energia (2016) - The Latin album featured Pharrell Williams, BIA and Sky, Daddy Yankee, Yandel, and Fuego. The album achieved critical acclaim, reaching number one on Billboard's Top Latin Album, number 24 on Billboard's Best 50 Albums of 2016, number four on Rolling Stones 10 Best Latin Albums of 2016. Additionally, the album went certified Platinum by the RIAA, and J Balvin was nominated for the Lo Nuestro Award for Urban Album of the Year.
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J Balvin is just as passionate about fashion as he is about his music, and even appeared as an ambassador during the 2017 New York Fashion Week. His style blends streetwear traditionally associated with reggaetón artists and classic luxury brands. Outside of fashion, J Balvin has also been raising awareness about the Venezuelan economic crisis and the forced deportation of thousands of Colombians by starting the social media campaign #LatinosSomosFamilia (We Latinos are Family). For now, J Balvin continues to live in his hometown of Medelin to remain connected to his roots.
J Balvin is set to begin his Vibras Tour on August 30th to promote his recently released album Vibras. The first stop on the tour is in Merida, Mexico, and will make appearances in cities such as Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago, Brooklyn, and Miami before concluding on November 24 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.


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A little goes a long way: GO customer touched by kind gesture
A simple conversation made a lasting impact on a GO customer with an invisible illness.
It was two weeks after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020 when Beth Pardo started suffering from what would turn into long COVID.
"I was an ultramarathoner and it hit my legs really badly," said Pardo, who was also diagnosed with Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS).
"I have a very limited amount of energy. Every morning I wake up feeling like I'm running a marathon I didn't train for."
About a year after her diagnosis, the 45-year-old created a TikTok account to chronicle her journey and raise awareness of long COVID, and has amassed more than 55,000 followers.
Pardo, who works from home, makes the trek into her office in downtown Toronto every few months often using a walker, and situates herself in the GO Train's accessibility coach.
While she was heading home on the Kitchener GO Line on Aug. 16, she overheard a customer asking Customer Service Ambassador (CSA) Armaan Hafiz, why he put the ramp out at every station stop if he didn't see anyone using mobility aids. CSAs are contracted by Alstom to operate GO Trains.
"He said because not everybody has a visible disability," Pardo recalled.
"I have an invisible illness, and I don't always have my walker with me. He had such a firm understanding and I became every emotional and called my husband. I felt very well supported by the CSA. It genuinely gave me hope for the younger generation."
While she didn't tell the CSA how much of an impact his words had on her, she did take to TikTok to create a video of what happened and to express her gratitude, which has racked up some 8,400 views, 1,575 likes, and 75 comments, many of which echo Pardo's positive experience travelling with GO Transit.
"It's good to get a pat on the back for what we do," said Aleks Pesic, Alstom's manager of customer service – Metrolinx operations.
"I think Armaan is a great representative of our entire CSA team, and the level of awareness and service all passengers needing accessibility can expect. It's always nice to get a commendation and to put a smile on people's faces."
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By John O'Brien on	 22nd May 2017 Uncategorized
Dutch racing team InMotion, a team that primarily comprises students from Eindhoven University of Technology and Fontys University of Applied Sciences, has announced it is partnering with tire supplier Kumho, ahead of its attempt to break the existing electric car record at Zandvoort later this year.
Ahead of the attempt to become the fastest electric vehicle around the Dutch circuit, the car will make its track debut at the circuit's annual Pinksterraces meeting (June 3-4).
Based on their previous Formula Bio bio-ethanol racecar, InMotion's IM/e features a powertrain consisting of a pair of high power electric motors that generate the equivalent of 550bhp, while retaining the car's total weight of 650kg. Of higher specification than a Formula E single-seater, it will sprint from 0-100kph within 3s and reach speeds of up to 280kph.
IM/e, as covered in the January 2016 issue of PMW magazine, serves as a test-bed for the team's forthcoming IM01 – a 1100+ hp hybrid race car with which they hope to break Stefan Bellof's outright record of 6:11.13m for the 20.8km Nürburgring Nordschleife, before competing in the Garage 56 class of the legendary Le Mans 24 Hour race – the class reserved for vehicles of technical innovation.
"We are very happy about the partnership with this young team, where it is clear innovations are dared and visions realised," explained Dirk Rockendorf, marketing director of Kumho Europe. "These highly motivated Dutchmen are set on demonstrating that electric drive and motorsport can be a perfect match and we are proud to be supporting their plans."
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John joined UKi Media & Events in 2012 and has worked across a range of B2B titles within the company's automotive portfolio. Prior to joining the company, John worked for leading automotive design website, Car Design News. Currently editor of Engine Technology International, Professional MotorSport World, Professional MotorSport Circuit, and Transmission Technology International, John co-ordinates the day-the-day operations of each magazine, from commissioning and writing to editing and signing-off, as well managing web and social media content. Aside from the magazines, John also serves as chairman of the annual Professional MotorSport World Awards.
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"…My legs were up in the air, you're all turned around, my totes on this shoulder, my body is going this way, and it was a complete mess," Morin said of her 2015 evacuation. She didn't know about the history of Allegiant's maintenance failures.
Now, she says she's dealing with medical problems and has to walk with a cane. Her attorney, Bob Spohrer, says he doesn't expect a lawsuit but believes his client Joan Morin is entitled to restitution for her injuries.
"We are having a conversation with the insurance carrier for Allegaint Airlines. My prediction is a lawsuit is not going to be necessary," he said.
No matter what happens, she says she'll never fly the low cost carrier again.


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Congratulations on eating even two of those gulab jamun (jumuns?). They're tasty, but whenever I splurge on an Indian buffet I can only eat one, having already gluttoned on papadum and naan.
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In the first dish, I believe I can identify lentils and also one piece of cauliflower. I'm sure it was all delicious, it just doesn't look that way.
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I can recognize all the components of your luncheon feast:
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Oh my God, I love Indian food. That's it, tomorrow I'm going to the Hare Krishna temple for their lunchtime buffet. It's all vegetarian, and the halvah for dessert is enough to make you come at the table. No, really, it's that good.
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Germany: geothermal district heating takes off – especially in Munich
They are calling it the "heat turnaround" in specialist circles, in a nod to Germany's larger "energy turnaround." Although we tend to hear more about solar and wind power, the real "hot stuff" might be right beneath our feet.
(Courtesy CIA.gov)
In 2017, there were 23,000 newly constructed facilities in Germany for geothermal energy, which taps heat below the earth's surface and transports it up to heat our houses and water – which still accounts for almost 85 percent of private energy consumption.
Near-surface geothermal energy is now available in 370,000 buildings, and more heat pumps than gas heaters were installed in new residential buildings in Germany in 2017 for the first time ever, according to the country's BWP heat pump association.
The so-called "mecca" of this heat turnaround can be found in Munich. Within seven years, the capital of Bavaria aims to become the world's first city with over a million inhabitants to draw 100 percent of its electricity from renewable sources. As part of its ambitious district heating vision, the city's utility company SWM is installing a dense network of pipes carrying steam and hot water and connecting them to tens of thousands of households. By 2040, it hopes to have completely phased out power plants that burn waste, gas and coal and to rest primarily on geothermal energy.
Source: Global Geothermal News


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Yes, folks, some things are more central to the Church's life than others.
For example, what the Vatican police wear.
The gendarme of the Vatican have a new look.
Here is the design. Note that the shape of the hat has changed, as as the color (darker blue than before). The necktie is gone, except on the dress uniform with the jacket.
The Vatican Gendarmeria have accompanied Benedict XVI to Bressanone to help with security during His Holiness vacation.
Well, at least they get to wear some really nice Italian shoes.
Didn't I read somewhere (perhaps even here) that there's been a push to get rid of the Swiss Guards who wear the traditional garb, and put them all in modern uniform, sans pole arms (halbards)?
No, no, they need the big bearskin shakos that the pre-Paul VI Pontifical Gendarmerie had. I mean, you had the Swiss, the Noble Guard, the Pontifical Gendarmerie, and the Palatine Guard. Four different incredible uniforms — now only one remains. This dinky new hat just doesn't cut it.
On the hat — I detect a French &/or Swiss influence.
They look too casual, almost like shopping mall security guards, not the Gendarmes guarding the Eternal City.
I don't find anything wrong with this uniform. Let's not forget that the "traditional" uniforms that we are all pining for were once the modern day standard. While they should most definitely keep the traditional uniforms for State events and the like, I have no issue with an every day uniform that is modern in design.
The Pope is holidaying in a German speaking part of Italy, the South Tyrol. The historic name of the town is Brixen.
William – roughly half of the population speaks German as a first language. The other parts speak Italian and Ladino as a first language. But all citizens speak Italian, so I wouldn't characterise the Alto Adige as "German speaking".
Last time I was in Suedtirol, (in Bozen/ Bolzano) which was last October, I heard far more German being spoken than Italian and as much written German on signs and printed publications as Italian, and of course the province was actually German (Austrian) until the relatively recent past, also according to the 2001 census native German speakers form about 70% of the population. Thus it is no stretch to say that it is a German-speaking province.
Steve – I don't think it is worth arguing the point. Suffice it to say, the latest figures put the number of <a href=http://www.regione.taa.it/biblioteca/minoranze/Tn_bz.aspxnative Germans at 64%. This simply means those who identify as coming from German heritage, and not necessarily those who speak the language as a mother-tongue. And as I stated, all citizens speak italian. Regardless of whether you annecdotally "heard" far more German.
Steve – I don't think it is worth arguing the point. Suffice it to say, the latest figures put the number of Germans at 64%. This simply means those who identify as coming from German heritage, and not necessarily those who speak the language as a mother-tongue. And as I stated, all citizens speak italian. Regardless of whether you annecdotally "heard" far more German.
The French kepi is a vastly superior cap to the peaked cap (forage cap) which most non-French police and soldiers are obliged to wear. Even the beret, though inferior to the kepi, looks better than the peaked cap. And ANY worthwhile cap should have a space between the crown of the head and the top of the cap: It keeps the heat away in the summer and keeps the heat in during winter. The kepi shows the cockade better, has a better visor, and adds height to a figure of authority (Did someone say "tiara'? shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!).
Now, if we could get some of the other Papal units that Paul VI disbanded brought back, like the Noble Guard!
Of course you will hear more German being spoken in this part of Italy, this is part of the regions Italy stole from Austria!
Well, some of you would be surprised (or not) to see that the new kepi is actually a "return to tradition" of sorts… the pic in this article dates the kepi around 1970, before Papa Montini changed the name to Ufficio Centrale di Vigilanza, in 1971.
The new design seems to apply only to the ordinary uniform, and loosing the tie in the summer edition is just logical considering the infernal (oops) heat in the Eternal City.


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Michelle Kwan to present Commencement address
salvetoday Posted On April 2, 2015
Michelle Kwan, the most decorated figure skater in U.S. history who now devotes her time to public service as a State Department official and Special Olympics International board member, will present the Commencement address and be awarded an honorary doctorate in humane letters during Salve Regina's 65th Commencement on Sunday, May 17.
J. Timothy O'Reilly, Newport Harbor Corporation chairman and longtime University trustee, will also be awarded an honorary doctorate in humane letters during the ceremony.
Kwan is the wife of 2014 Rhode Island gubernatorial candidate Clay Pell, the grandson of the late Sen. Claiborne Pell. She was recently nominated by Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo to serve on the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts.
"Michelle Kwan captured the world's attention with her exquisite skill and grace on the ice, and it is with similar passion and ability that she is tirelessly championing important social and educational issues around the globe today," said President Jane Gerety, RSM. "Michelle's work in the State Department as a public diplomacy envoy and her leadership role with Special Olympics International exemplify her strong desire to make a difference and her sense of responsibility to give back. These are ideals we so value within the Salve Regina community and hers is a message that will undoubtedly resonate among our graduating students."
The most dominant figure skater of her era, Kwan won an unprecedented 43 championships, including five world championships, eight consecutive and nine overall U.S. championships and two Olympic medals.
In November 2006, she was appointed the first U.S. public diplomacy envoy. In this capacity, she has traveled the world to meet with young people to speak about leadership and to engage them in dialogue on social and educational issues. In June 2010, President Obama appointed her to the President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition, a group that advises the president on ways to engage, empower and educate all Americans to lead active, healthy lifestyles.
"To me, it's about giving back," she told ABC News. "When I was an athlete it was so focused on me. Now, I've got to turn this more outward. I've got to make a difference in the world. I have that sense of responsibility to give back."
In December 2010, Kwan was elected to the board of directors of Special Olympics International, the organization's ultimate governing authority responsible for global affairs and strategies. This summer, she is helping to lead the effort to welcome the Special Olympic World Games to the U.S. for the first time in 16 years. More than 7,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities representing 177 countries will gather in Los Angeles from July 25-Aug. 2.
On May 26, Kwan will help kick off the Unified Relay Across America, the Special Olympics World Games torch relay that will touch every state in the country. "The flame of the torch is inspirational, in a way that few symbols can match," she said. "And I'm thrilled to be part of what promises to be the greatest and biggest Torch Run in United States history. [It] is going to unify the entire world in one giant celebration of the spirit of Special Olympics."
Kwan graduated from the University of Denver in 2008 with a degree in international studies. In 2011, she received a master's degree from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University, majoring in international relations.
She has earned numerous awards and honors, including: 2003 U.S. Olympic Committee Sportswoman of the Year; 2001 Sullivan Award (top amateur athlete in America); 1998 Sportswoman of the Year by the Women's Sports Foundation; 2002 and 2003 Kids' Choice Award and the 2002 Teen Choice Award as America's favorite female athlete. In 2000 she was selected one of People Magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People in the World." In 2003, Kwan earned her seventh U.S. Figure Skating Skater of the Year award. In an unprecedented move, U.S. Figure Skating renamed the award in her honor; it is now called the Michelle Kwan Trophy. In May 2010, she received an honorary doctor of humane letters from Southern Vermont College.
J. Timothy O'Reilly
A fourth-generation Newport resident, O'Reilly is the retired CEO and current board chairman of Newport Harbor Corporation. He is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame with an MBA from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth University.
In addition to serving as a Salve Regina trustee, O'Reilly is a member of the boards of BankNewport and the Aquidneck Island Planning Commission, and is a former board member of Newport County Chamber of Commerce, Discover Newport, Newport County Fund of the Rhode Island Foundation, and the Rhode Island Convention Center Authority.
"I am proud to have served Salve Regina as a volunteer from our community for almost 20 years," O'Reilly said. "It has been an educational, and humbling, experience to be exposed to the wisdom of such dedicated Sisters of Mercy, faculty and staff professionals of character and intellect, and fellow trustees from a diversity of experience and education.
"Salve's students have volunteered their time to the community's schools, nonprofits and health care agencies for decades" he continued. "Faculty and staff have enriched our community with their participation in civic activities, including adult education programs and volunteer municipal positions. We would be a poorer community in many ways without this wonderful institution of higher education on Ochre Point."


The Bureau of Land Management Desert Advisory Committee will meet in Riverside on July 27 to consider a fee proposal for the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area.
The meeting will be held from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Riverside Marriott Hotel, 3400 Market St. The meeting is open to the public. However, discussion is limited to BLM staff and committee members.
Persons who wish to bring recreation fee matters to the attention of the committee may file written statements with the committee before the meeting. A public input session will be provided at 2 p.m. during the meeting for individuals who wish to address the DAC. Comments will be limited to three minutes per person.
The DAC is authorized to convene on this matter by the Federal Land Recreation Enhancement Act and an interagency agreement between the Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management, which states that the agencies may use existing federal resource advisory committees to make recommendations on recreation fees.
The July 27 meeting has been postponed until August 17. The location remains the same.


The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal program, created by Congress to encourage employers to hire individuals facing employment barriers. There is no limit to the number of new hires that can qualify and the qualified employees can be filling either new or existing positions. The tax credit is available to for-profit employers hiring individuals from target groups and on a limited basis to tax-exempt organizations hiring qualified veterans.
The credit is calculated as a percentage of wages over a one to two-year period, depending on the reason for qualification.
Depending on candidate qualifications, the tax credit can range from $1,200 to $9,600 per certified hire, but most categories are eligible for a credit of up to $2,400. There is no overall company limit. The qualified employee must work 120 hours before credits can be received.
Our process has been designed to be as seamless and efficient as possible, requiring minimum effort from your staff, while achieving the most credits possible.
Screening – This occurs on or before the date of job offer and can be completed by paper, via phone through our Interactive Voice Reponses (IVR), or through our web application. Additionally, we can integrate with your Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or Hiring Management System (HMS). Our system is mobile friendly and allows for electronic signatures. Many eligible hires screen themselves out of the process due to misunderstandings related to the Form 8850 questionnaire. Our screening process has been designed to maximize the percentage of individuals who qualify, while reducing screening time.
Certification – EU will prepare and file all required paperwork within the mandated timeframe (28 days from hire) and follow each application through to certification. Upon receipt of a determination from the state, EU will provide immediate notification to all parties as to the outcome of the certification.
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Physicist Ben Mcallister and Marine biologist, Taryn Laubenstein are both PhD candidates to talk about their fringe world comedy edutainment experience.
The Uncertainty Principle focuses on stories connected to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). The show will cover a range of concepts, interesting elements of science history, and explore aspects of politics and culture through the lens of science.
They join Bec in the studio for Artbeat to chat about their work communicating science to the Perth Fringe audience.
The Uncertainty Principle runs on the 8th, 10th 14th and 16th February at Verandah Bar at Rigbys Bar. Tickets available at Fringe Festival.


Don't you love Japanese marketing? They hit you full-on with tintilating animation and scantily clad girls, when there isn't near that level of naughtiness in the actual game itself (Record of Agarest War anyone?). Still, it's nice to see another trailer for this title that is bound to come out over here someday. Among the little arousing clips is footage of battle scenes and scenario scenes. You'll even grab a glimpse of a special attack that features Keiji Inafune. How about that! Hit the jump to check things out.


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Q: Detect AltGr key using JavaScript How can I clarify ALT+CTRL and ALTGR key press?
I found this code here as possible solution, but it's doesn't work:
if (event.ctrlKey && event.altKey) {

}

This code is true for alt+ctr and for altGr as well.
I have situation like this: for alt+ctrl+e (for example e, it's no matter) I want one thing and for altGr+e another, how can I do this?
If anyone have some idea, please tell me.

A: You can detect which key is pressed (from right key or left key) by value of location property  in event object. If value of location property is 1 (e.location=1) then left key is pressed. if value is 2 then right key is pressed.
Here I have providing my code for  RightAlter+RightCtrl+<any_valid_key>
Check this Example

var isRightAltKey=false;
var isRightCtrlKey=false;
var validKeys=['a','s','d','f','g']; //keep empty array if no need to check key

document.addEventListener("keydown", function(e) {
  if(e.key=="Alt"){
       // when right Alter pressed make isRightAltKey true
       isRightAltKey= (e.location==2);

  }
  else if(e.key=="Control"){
      // when right Control pressed make isRightCtrlKey true,
      //if you need any ctrl key pressed then simply set isRightCtrlKey= true;
       isRightCtrlKey= (e.location==2);
  }

  // checking both right key is pressed already or not?
  var isRightKeys= isRightAltKey && isRightCtrlKey;

  // validate other keys [optional]
  var isValidKey=((typeof validKeys === "undefined") || validKeys.length==0 || validKeys.indexOf(e.key.toLowerCase())>=0);

  if (isRightKeys && isValidKey){
    document.getElementById("detect_key").innerHTML = "RightAlt + RightCtrl + "+e.key;
  }
  else
  {
    document.getElementById("detect_key").innerHTML="";
  }
}, false);

document.addEventListener("keyup", function(e) {
  if(e.key=="Alt"){
       // when right Alter released make isRightAltKey false
       isRightAltKey= false;

  }
  else if(e.key=="Control"){
       // when right Control released make isRightCtrlKey false
       isRightCtrlKey= false;
  }
}, false);

Why attached keyup event listner?
Here we have to detect key location when Ctrl and Alt key is pressed (on keydown event). and we have to store it in flag variable and make it true. when key is released (on keyup event) have to mark as false. Otherwise those flags always remain true. on Next key press it will always true

A: You can use the location to determined which alt is being pressed.
In order to support Alt+Ctrl we'll save the last location of the pressed Alt.
Location = 1 // Left
Location = 2 // Right

Then, once both Alt and Ctrl are pressed, do your thing. In this example, we'll just write the Alt side in the result div. You can add the "e" pressed condition as well:
if (e.ctrlKey && e.altKey && e.key == "e"){

Example
HTML

    Click Alt + Ctrl

Javascript
var lastAltLocation;

document.addEventListener("keydown", function(e) {
   if (e.key == "Alt"){
     lastAltLocation = e.location;
   }
   if (e.ctrlKey && e.altKey){
       if (lastAltLocation == 1){
           document.getElementById("res").innerHTML = "Left";
       }
       if (lastAltLocation == 2){
           document.getElementById("res").innerHTML = "Right";
       }
   }
}, false);

A: Sticking strictly to your question here are the codes for both the required cases:
document.addEventListener ("keydown", function (zEvent) {
    if (zEvent.altKey  &&  zEvent.code === "KeyE") {
        if(zEvent.ctrlKey) {
            //Do Ctrl+Alt+E Stuff Here.
        } else {
            //Do Alt+E Stuff Here.
    }
});

Now breaking down the things going on here. keydown allows you to detect multiple keypresses.
First we check if the Alt and E keys are pressed. If yes, we then go on to check in the Ctrl key is also active and take the appropriate action as needed.


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