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Read the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission submission to the Department of Justice engagement paper on pro bono costs orders 2021.
NIHRC submission to the Department of Justice engagement paper on pro bono costs orders 2021
Last Updated: Thursday, 7 October 2021
Date produced September 2021.
Below is a summary of the recommendations.
You can also download the full document through the links provided.
The NI Human Rights Commission:
•	The NIHRC recommends that the Department of Justice proceeds with the introduction of pro bono costs orders as a mechanism for helping to improve access to justice and maintain equality of arms in the NI legal system. It should do so in consultation with relevant stakeholders such as the Law Society NI, the Bar Council and other relevant organisations.
•	The NIHRC recommends that funds raised from pro bono costs orders should be channelled to an existing voluntary organisation or public body that has expertise in providing assistance with pro bono legal representation.
•	NIHRC recommends that the development of pro bono legal assistance from the private and voluntary sectors should complement rather than replace or supplant a comprehensive and effective legal aid system.
Summary Report: Litigants in person in Northern Ireland: barriers to legal participation
Full Report: Litigants in person in Northern Ireland: barriers to legal participation
Litigants in Person: Briefing Report 1 - Litigants in person and access to justice


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The likability fallacy
As I've mentioned elsewhere, I'm at a point in my life—it's called "fatherhood"—in which I can see maybe three or four films in theaters every year. My wife and I saw The Hobbit the week before our daughter was born, and since then, our moviegoing has been restricted to a handful of big event movies: Star Trek Into Darkness, Man of Steel, Gravity. In general, my criteria for whether a movie is worth catching on the big screen are fairly simple. It needs to be something that would be considerably reduced on television, which applies particularly to a film like Gravity: I loved it, and I plan to watch it again and again, but its impact won't be nearly the same at home. Reviews count, as well as my own intangible excitement over a franchise, and beyond that, I tend to go with directors whose work has impressed in the past, which is why I know that the one movie I'll definitely be seeing next year is Chris Nolan's Interstellar. In other words, after a lifetime of seeking out strange and challenging movies in theaters, I've turned into something like a studio's idea of the mainstream moviegoer, who tends to prefer known quantities to interesting gambles, and is happy to catch the rest on video. You can complain all you like about Hollywood's reliance on sequels, remakes, and established properties, but when I look at my own choices as a movie lover with a limited amount of time, I can't say it's entirely wrong.
But if there's a bright side to all this, it's that it allows me to treat myself as a kind of guinea pig: I can take a hard look at my newfound conservatism as a moviegoer with what remains of my old analytical eye. So much of how Hollywood operates is based on a few basic premises about what audiences want, and as I've become less adventurous as a viewer, I've gotten a better sense of how accurate those assumptions—presumably based on endless focus group testing and box office analysis—really are. And I've come to some surprising conclusions. I've found, for instance, that star power alone isn't enough to get me out of the house: I'm an unabashed Tom Cruise fan, but I still waited for Oblivion to arrive at Redbox. I don't need a happy ending to feel that I've gotten my money's worth, as long as a darker conclusion is honestly earned. And the one that I can't repeat often enough is this: I'm not worried about whether I'm going to "like" the characters. Studios are famously concerned about how likable their characters are, and they get nervous about any project in which the lead comes off as unsympathetic. Industry observers tend to think in the same way. As a writer for Time Out recently said of the trailer for The Wolf of Wall Street: "Why should we give a damn about these self-absorbed, money-grubbing Armani-clad cretins and spend our money and time learning about their lives?"
Well, to put it mildly, I can think of a few reasons why, and they're strong enough that The Wolf of Wall Street is the next, and probably last, movie this year that I expect will get me into theaters. Spending three hours in the company of an Armani-clad cretin seen through the eyes of Martin Scorsese strikes me as a great use of my money and time, and while I can't speak for the rest of the world, the movie we've glimpsed so far looks sensational. Part of this, of course, is because Scorsese has proven himself so capable of engaging us in the lives of unlikable characters. I don't think there's a sympathetic face to be seen throughout all of Casino, one of the most compulsively watchable movies of all time, and Scorsese has always seemed more comfortable in the heads of the flawed and unredeemable: it's the difference between Goodfellas and Kundun, or Raging Bull and Hugo, and even a sleek machine like Cape Fear comes off as an experiment in how thoroughly he can grip us without a likable figure in sight. But there's a larger principle at work here, too. Scorsese, by consensus, operates at a consistently higher level than any other filmmaker of his generation, and if he's drawn to such flawed characters, this probably tells us less about him personally than about the fact that his craft is powerful enough to get away with it. Likability wouldn't be a factor if all movies were this good.
In other words, any fears over the protagonist's likability are really an admission that something else is going wrong, either in story or execution: the audience doesn't care about the characters not because they aren't sympathetic enough, but because it hasn't been given a reason to be invested on a deeper level. Trying to imbue the hero in a meaningless story with more likable qualities is like changing the drapes while the house is on fire, but unfortunately, it's often all the studio can understand. As Shane Black notes in the excellent interview collection Tales From the Script:
Movie stars are gonna give you your best ideas, because they're the opposite of development people. Development people are always saying, "How can the character be more likable?" Meanwhile, the actor's saying, "I don't want to be likable." You know, they give you crazy things like, "I wanna eat spaghetti with my hands." Crazy's great. Anything but this sort of likable guy that everyone at the studio insists they should play.
"Make him more likable," like "raising the stakes," is a development executive's dream note: it doesn't require any knowledge of the craft of storytelling, and you won't get fired for suggesting it. But let's not mistake it for anything more. I don't want my characters to be likable; I want them to be interesting. And if the characters, or the story around them, are interesting enough, it might even get me out of the house.
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I think the heart of this issue is the extent to which movies are simulation for the audience as opposed to passive entertainment. In the case of superhero, sci-fi and other high concept films in particular, the goal seems to have more to do with turning the protagonist into a kind of virtual reality rig without the goggles than simply telling a story, which explains why there's such a transparent push to give the viewer a character to inhabit that's both morally admirable and superficially flattering. I have to admit, I can fall into this trap pretty easily myself, but along with the Scorsese examples you mention, Breaking Bad and Mad Men wouldn't be possible if we weren't willing to step out of that comfort zone.
In any case, I think it says a lot about what we're collectively looking for when we buy a ticket. Storytelling is definitely a priority, but I think "identity escapism" is even higher on the list.
Alex Varanese
That's a good point—although a character doesn't necessarily need to be likable to provide a form of identity escapism. Otherwise, I wouldn't spend so much time imagining that I was Don Draper.
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Interlaw Secures Elite Status in Chambers Global 2020
Interlaw is pleased to have once again been ranked as an elite global law firm network by Chambers and Partners in Chambers Global 2020.
Chambers and Partners said: "Interlaw boasts an impressive roster of lawyers from approximately 150 cities across the world. With its size, the network is still able to provide a top-tier service and is committed to quality control with its diligent applicant vetting process and thorough performance monitoring."
Interlaw chair Glenn Cunningham said: "Interlaw is extremely proud to once again be ranked as an elite law firm network by the prestigious and highly influential Chambers and Partners Global directory. This is a phenomenal achievement, which is a result of the deep commitment demonstrated by all our partner firms and the collaborative approach we take to offer all our clients a top quality and seamless delivery of legal advice across the globe."
The Chambers Global Guide ranks the top lawyers and legal service providers in countries across the world, based on in-depth research by a dedicated team of researchers.


This post will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Bloom's taxonomy, how it can be used as a tool for writing, recognizing fallacies in one's own writing, and applying the model for the purposes of finding credible sources.
Granello (2001) provides a thorough explanation of Bloom's taxonomy and how it can improve literature reviews. One of the major strengths is that the model can be applied across disciplines and is not limited to literature reviews. In fact, the model can be used outside of academia and applied to daily decision-making.
Bloom's taxonomy is also user-friendly. It is easy to understand, but this could be a double-edged sword. The simplistic, generalized nature could be seen as a weakness, especially when compared to Krathwohl's (2002) revision where the model is broken down into smaller parts.
Lastly, the model could be seen as outdated. The introduction of the model in 1956 makes it 61 years old. That could deter many scholars, but Granello (2001) proved that the model is still applicable.
As a writing tool, Bloom's taxonomy allows students to look at previously proposed issues, clarify those problems, find relationships in the research, recognize incongruence, fallacies, and even contribute new ideas for solving the problem (Granello, 2001). For scholarly writing, one must go beyond simply repeating information. The student must utilize the research, but ultimately he or she should relay more than just comprehension. It is one thing to understand something, and it is an entirely different thing to be able to purposefully evaluate an issue, making room for new theories.
As a writer, understanding Bloom's taxonomy will help me recognize gaps in my thinking. By understanding each level of thinking, I can move beyond surface-level cognition and dig deeper. After all, the ultimate goal is to contribute to my field of study. I cannot do that without reaching the highest level of thinking and applying it to my writing.
When a student can look at a source, draw their own conclusions, and make the distinction as to what is true research and what is biased opinion, they have stepped into a much larger world filled with endless possibilities (Granello, 2001). As Granello (2001) pointed out, "Students who master the evaluative level recognize that there are certain preestablished criteria that are used to evaluate source writings" (p. 297). Choosing sources that are reliable and valid are essential for scholarly writing. By utilizing critical evaluation skills gained from Bloom's taxonomy, it is much easier to navigate through all of the sources available for any subject area. The ability to look at the research and find contradictions is essential in laying a foundation for research.
Some articles are written at a skeletal level. They simply relay information or move through comprehension as the goal. Articles that move passed that typically present methods, designs, outcomes, and evaluations. They also apply the data. By going deeper into the topic research, the writing demonstrates that the author(s) are thinking about thinking. The goal is not just to present information and hope the reader will take something from it. The objective is to relay information and present deeper cognitive consideration for the subject at hand.
In summary, Bloom's taxonomy is an invaluable tool to students, but it can also provide direction for basic decision-making. The model has far more strengths than weaknesses, and it can help scholars construct sound research papers. The approach provides a framework for source evaluation as well, allowing students to choose the best research to expound upon and to pave the way for personal contributions to the field.
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Heely's, Inc. reported a 377% jump in net sales for the fourth quarter to $71.1 million from $14.9 million in the year-ago quarter. Net income jumped 700% over the same period to $11.5 million versus $1.4 million a year ago, with diluted earnings per share increasing 633% to 44 cents from 6 cents last year.
For the full year, net sales increased 328% to $188.2 million compared to $44.0 million in fiscal 2005. Net income increased 571% to $29.2 million compared to $4.3 million in the prior year, while diluted earnings per share increased 582% to $1.16 compared to 17 cents for fiscal 2005.
For the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2006, gross profit was $25.1 million, or 35.3% of net sales, compared to $5.1 million, or 34.2% of net sales for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2005. Total selling, general and administrative expenses for the fourth quarter of 2006 was $7.1 million, or 10.0% of net sales, compared to $2.8 million, or 19.1% of net sales in the fourth quarter of last year. Operating income was $18.0 million, or 25.3% of net sales for the fourth quarter of 2006 versus operating income of $2.3 million, or 15.1% of net sales in the corresponding period a year ago.
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006, gross profit was $65.6 million, or 34.9% of net sales, compared to $15.0 million, or 34.1% of net sales for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2005. Total selling, general and administrative expenses for 2006 was $20.1 million, or 10.7% of net sales, versus $8.2 million, or 18.7% of net sales in 2005. Operating income was $45.6 million, or 24.2% of net sales compared to operating income of $6.8 million, or 15.4% of net sales in the prior year.
On December 13, 2006, the company completed an initial public offering of 7,388,750 shares of common stock at a price to the public of $21.00 per share, of which 3,125,000 shares were sold by the company and 4,263,750 were sold by certain selling stockholders, including 963,750 shares sold pursuant to the underwriters' over-allotment option. Upon completing the offering, the company received net proceeds of approximately $61.0 million after deducting $4.6 million in underwriting discounts and commissions. The company also incurred direct expenses of $2.2 million in connection with the offering. The company did not receive any proceeds from the selling stockholders' sale of their shares. The company used $8.5 million of the proceeds from the offering to repay amounts outstanding under its revolving credit facility, and $8.5 million of the proceeds for other working capital purposes. The company intends to use the remaining proceeds to fund infrastructure improvements, including expanding and upgrading IT systems, hire new employees, marketing and advertising programs, product development, working capital needs and other general corporate purposes.
The company does not offer specific guidance for quarterly or annual earnings, but does have a stated objective to provide annual net sales and net income growth of 20-25% over the next several years. As a reminder, the share count in 2007 will be higher than the reported 2006 share count as a result of the December 8, 2006 IPO.


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In Yakutia launched an upgraded satellite communication system
November 1 in Yakutia earned a modernized system of satellite communication SkyEdge II, which will improve the quality of communication, in particular, provide an opportunity to medical video consultation with doctors from remote areas. As reported by "FederalPress" the press service of the republican government, is now running the central earth station SkyEdge II with 6.5 m antenna system, installed nine stations in nine ulus centers of the region.
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"In 2005, became operational technology satellite communication network of the Ministry of Finance of Yakutia, — According to the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic. — Thanks to her, the communication with the ulus 34 centers and 66 villages for the automated execution of the budget process. SkyEdge II will increase the efficiency by 30%. During today's presentation of the check took place video calls with the administration and Zhigansky Olenek areas. Representatives uluses confirmed that the signal is improved and the data rate increased. "
The press service of the regional government noted: upgrade will allow districts to carry out much faster workflow, and to take prompt transfer budget, organize the smooth video conferencing. Also in the future, it will allow residents of the villages quickly receive public services under the "e-Government". In addition, the planned installation of video conferencing systems in 12 bodies of executive power. This should ease the burden on the Ministry of Finance videoconferencing room.
"The whole of Yakutia will not be entangled fiber-optic network — this will be only the capital and surrounding areas of the republic, — Said at the presentation of the vice-premier Alexander Borisov, Yakutia. — And other areas will use satellite communications. Treasury Technology Network has been integrated into the system of e-government. According to the All-Russian magazine "Gosmenedzhment", which is monitoring the regions' readiness for the transition to e-government, Yakutia has risen from 70 th to 28 th place in readiness. "
As reported by "FederalPress", controlled by Russian Railways Company "TransTeleKom" plans to hold a fiber optic backbone link to Yakutsk, in December 2012. In addition, to provide high-speed Internet access and high-quality communication inhabitants of remote villages in the third quarter of 2012, plans to launch space communication satellite "Express-AM5," which will be located along the 140 degrees east longitude.
Geared to brand new U.S. military doctrine against Russia? (Agora Vox, France)
January 5, at the Pentagon Barack Obama unveiled the latest details of the defense
June 24 starts election campaign
Lidia Yermoshina presented head of state documents for future campaign in House of Representatives.
In Ukraine increased production of sugar and sunflower oil
In January-October this year in Ukraine increased the volume of industrial food production.
RUSSIANS HAVE CHOSEN THE BEST RULER OF XX CENTURY
Sociologists have found the attitude of Russians to the rulers of the last century.
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Protective speech at the trial of Slobodan Milosevic at The Hague on February 13, 2002
Part 3 The most serious crimes committed by Albanian terrorists in the favorable attitude
Vegetarianism: what, who and why
Vegetarianism — a system of power in which are completely excluded from the diet


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Forensic expert testifies in Anthony murder trial
An FBI forensic expert testified Saturday in Casey Anthony's murder trial that a hair removed from the woman's car showed signs consistent with hair from a dead body.
ORLANDO, Fla. – An FBI forensic expert testified Saturday in Casey Anthony's murder trial that a hair removed from the woman's car showed signs consistent with hair from a dead body.
Anthony is charged with first-degree murder in the death of her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee.
The single, 9-inch strand of light brown hair was the only hair of several collected by investigators to show signs of decomposition, Karen Korsberg Lowe told jurors.
Lowe, who specializes in microscopic hair examinations, described a dark banding seen on hairs from people known to be dead. She said the hair sample she examined showed this banding.
"It has a darkened band at the root portion of the hair. This is consistent with apparent decomposition," Lowe said.
The hair was similar to one pulled from Caylee's hair brush and was not similar to a hair sample from Anthony, she said.
Before Lowe took the stand Saturday, Anthony's attorney, Jose Baez, challenged her qualifications and tried to block her testimony.
Under cross-examination from Baez, Lowe said it was not unusual to find hairs in cars, as the average person loses 100 head hairs a day, and people can transfer hairs to other people.
"I couldn't say how the hair got there," Lowe said. "It's consistent with transfer or contact of some sort, but I don't know from whom."
When questioned again by prosecutor Jeff Ashton, Lowe said the hair showed characteristics of one that had been forcibly pulled.
Lowe was the first of two witnesses called Saturday.
Mike Vincent, an assistant supervisor with the Orange County Sheriff's Office crime scene unit, explained how he collected air samples and a stain from Anthony's car in 2008.
Another crime scene investigator testified Friday that he smelled the odor of human composition when he first opened the door to examine Anthony's car days after her initial arrest in July 2008. Caylee's skeletal remains were found in a wooded area near her grandparents' Orlando home in December 2008.
Anthony, 25, faces the death penalty if convicted.
Prosecutors say Caylee suffocated after duct tape was placed over her mouth. They contend that Caylee's decomposing remains were at some point in the trunk of Anthony's car.
Anthony's attorney says that the child accidentally drowned in the family's pool, and that Anthony's father, George Anthony, disposed of her body. George Anthony has denied that allegation.
Testimony will continue Monday.
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Minnesota Man Arrested After Caught Deep-Frying Wings While Drunk


"Who says you can't buy hope? Willa Shalit is proving that shopping can transform other people's lives.
Willa Shalit has been put on this earth, I think, to allow the rest of us to pretend that our most grasping, selfish impulses are actually noble. Through her company, Fair Winds Trading, she has managed to make shopping meaningful—a way to load up on gorgeous, exotic objects de lust while furthering peace and justice, not to mention improving lives around the world. Bless the woman.
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On 9/8/18, the global community mobilized to #RiseforClimate. What are the next steps? I suggest some calls to action for our elected officials to consider and hope you can join me in advocating for one, some, all, or more of these suggestions to address #climatechange and protect our #environment.


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Radka Kvačková (* 24. listopadu 1944 Praha) je česká novinářka.

Život
Vystudovala dokumentární film na pražské FAMU. Od 60. let pracovala v deníku Svobodné slovo. Od roku 1990 pracuje v obnoveném deníku Lidové noviny, kde působí jako vedoucí přílohy Akademie.

Rodina
Jejím manželem je právník Petr Kvaček. Její dcera Karolína Peake je česká právnička a politička, která v letech 2011 až 2013 byla místopředsedkyní vlády Petra Nečase.

Dílo
Je autorkou několika knih, zejména fejetonů:
 Něco mezi tím, Melantrich, 1990, ilustrace Dušan Pálka,
 Povodeň a já – Deník Radky Kvačkové z Kampy, Motto, 2002,
 Očima tchyně, Motto, 2008,
 Představte si, že je pes, Motto, 2012,
 U nás ve mlejně, Tribun EU, 2017,

Ocenění
Společně s Jaroslavem Spurným a Janem Bednářem získala novinářskou Cenu Ferdinanda Peroutky za rok 2011.

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Čeští novináři
Nositelé Ceny Ferdinanda Peroutky
Fejetonisté
Absolventi FAMU
Narození v roce 1944
Narození 24. listopadu
Narození v Praze
Žijící lidé
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Power Metal CEO ups stake as firm pushes forward across portfolio (POW)
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Power Metal Resources (LSE: POW) chief executive Paul Johnson has upped his stake in the firm to 7.12% by buying 1 million shares. It's another endorsement for the AIM-listed metals explorer at a time when it is firing on all cylinders.
News flow has been flooding in throughout November 2020, with the company's share price peaking at a fresh all time high. Power Metal shares surged to a two-year high of 1.43p in early September 2020, before climbing over 2p for the first time in two years in October.
Cash is also flowing into Power Metal's bank account. As confidence grows in the multiple opportunities on offer, early investors have started to exercise warrants in greater numbers. Warrants exercised since mid-October alone have brought in over £429,000 for the company.
So, what are some of Power Metal's most prospective projects?
Haneti
The Haneti project in Tanzania is one of Power Metal's largest avenue for future riches.
The firm has a 35%-owned joint venture here with fellow London-listed miner Katoro Gold (LSE: KAT). The main target is an 80km-long belt thought to contain a world-class nickel deposit, given the level of near-surface nickel sulphide mineralisation.
On 19 November, the JV announced it had signed a drill contract with Amazon Drilling for a 2,000m project — drilling 50 rotary air blast holes to a depth of 40m — across three target areas. Previous exploration work has identified surface sampling grades up to 13.6% nickel and 2.33g/t platinum and palladium.
Molopo Farms Complex
The Molopo Farms Complex (MFC) is a massive nickel sulphide and platinum group metals project in Botswana. It has the potential to transform Power Metal, given the multiple large-scale targets and data pointing towards a "district-scale" discovery.
Power Metal's phase one drilling is planned for 2,505m across four diamond core drill holes, with target depths ranging from 525m to 710m. The company is using the same drill company which was instrumental in the discovery of the massive nearby T3 copper project now owned by mid-tier Australian explorer Sandfire Resources (ASX:SFR).
"We are increasingly excited by the MFC project and its potential for a company transformational discovery," Johnson said this month.
Power Metal has a 40% earn-in on MFC for a fully-funded $500,000 exploration deal that includes diamond drilling selected targets. On completion of the earn-in, Power Metal will have an effective interest of 50.96% in the MFC thanks to its 18.26% shareholding in the project's 100% owner Kalahari Key.
Investors are salivating at the prospect of what could be a set of monster results from the MFC project.
The complex as a whole straddles the southern border of Botswana and South Africa, and lies within the same province as Bushveld, which contains the world's largest reserves of PGMs.
Power Metal raised £700,000 in December 2019, with £400,000 specifically ringfenced to progress the Molopo Farms development. Johnson and his chairman Andrew Bell each subscribed for £25,000 in the 0.4p placing.
Just this week, Power Metal also reported an update on its bonanza grade silver project at Silver Peak in British Columbia. Channel sampling completed over summer 2020 revealed sections up to 14,937g/t silver alongside significant levels of copper and lead.
The project consists of a portfolio of mineral claims over a system of high grade polymetallic silver-lead-zinc-copper veins.
Engineers have completed a revised drill and sampling programme and rock chip samples from six diamond drill holes have now been delivered to the geochemical analysis laboratory run by ALS in North Vancouver for assay testing. Additional work on the structure of the vein system "has added to our geological understanding of the silver mineralisation," Johnson told the market last week.
And despite stormy conditions and heavy snowfall in the Canadia region, managers pushed ahead to finish the work programme ahead of expectations.
Wider macro conditions are playing into Power Metal's hands, Johnson said, with palpable demand for high grade silver projects in the market at the moment.
Silver prices remain elevated near seven-year highs. As of 26 November 2020 the spot price for the precious metal was $750/kg.
And then there is Power Metal's massive gold project in Victoria, Australia.
In a 49.9% JV with Red Rock Resources (LSE: RRR) called RRAL, Power Metal is targeting huge potential high-grade quartz-hosted gold vein systems, applying modern techniques to under-explored areas in the historic Victoria Goldfields.
Power Metal updated the market on 6 November that RRAL had swooped to apply for an extra 148km2 license just days after it became available.
The new license is in a ring around the highly prospective Ballarat mine and covers ground surrounded on all sides by the existing 2236km2 of licenses RRAL has applied for.
Unprecedented global interest has now descended on Victoria, mainly driven by the success of the highest-grade gold mine in the world, Fosterville, run by $11bn market cap Canadian giant Kirkland Lake Gold (NYSE: KL).
Recent interpretations of structural data have provided explorers with new models to target both shallow and deep gold mineralisation, while An independent NI-43-101 report sampled the RRAL portfolio in September and discovered multiple "excellent targets for gold mineralisation" spread across 8 license areas.
Work continues at pace developing the Australia gold JV, said Johnson, with the main focus on technical planning for exploration and drilling programmes. RRAL will also appoint a dedicated CEO while the JV awaits license grants.
Power Metal also said that RRAL's license package has attracted approaches from private companies looking to acquire interests or secure an earn-ins or JV. Meanwhile, there are still plans underway to list some or all of RRAL on a North American stock exchange to capitalise on intense international investor interest.
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EmperorTech Americas appointed today Mark Thomas Ford as Sales Manager for Central & South Americas for its line of Card Personalization Equipment offered under the EMPEROR™ and EmperorTech™ brands.
Based in Panama, Republic of Panama, Mark will direct and coordinate the business development in the region including direct equipment sales and resellers channels appointments and management.
Please help me welcome Mark to the EmperorTech Americas team!
The EmperorTech line of Card/Passport Personalization Equipments and Cards Counters was developed over the past 15 years in Shenzhen (China) and has been widely accepted by the major Card manufacturers and Processors in Asia and in Europe. Presented for the first time at the CARTES AMERICA 2013 trade show in Las Vegas, NV, the line has generated strong interest and inquiries among card manufacturers and cards processors from North and South America.EmperorTech in the Americas is a division of Emperor Global Resources LLC, a Delaware Corporation involved in the sales development of the products and services of Shenzhen Emperor Technology Development Co. Ltd – A public company and a global leader in Smart Card & Passport issuance Equipment based in China since 1995. Emperor Global Resources llc is a member of ICMA.
For more information, please contact: Delphie @ +1 214 614-8340 – ext 206, info@EmperorTech.us, www.EmperorTech.us and www.EmperorTech.com.


It's Friday night and the end of a very busy week full of dance lessons, homework, commuting to and from work. We could a) go to the movies b) go out to dinner c) stay at home and celebrate Shabbat and finally sit down to dinner together as a family. On the Friday nights that we decide to celebrate Shabbat I always take the time to reflect on my mom, my grandma and great grandma who taught me the importance of Judaism and how to keep a Jewish home. I can imagine my Nana closing her eyes and waving her hands over the beautiful silver candlesticks that we still light today. Her mom brought them over from Russia in the late 1800s so they've been in the family a long time. It always feels magical when I light the Shabbat candles especially now that I do it with my 9 year old daughter. The way the candles illuminate the room there is always a sense of peace and tranquility. May we all find illumination in the traditions of the High Holidays.


Is Lipitor a Blood Thinner?
Lipitor is becoming an increasingly popular drug and as a result more and more people are asking the question, is Lipitor a blood thinner? As of right now, no current medical research suggests that Lipitor is a blood thinner. Lipitor is a statin, a class of drug that lowers cholesterol. Lipitor does not have any effect upon blood clotting, which is the function of blood thinning medications.


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The NYC Red Carpet World Premiere of A Quiet Place 2
Had the pleasure of being invited by Paramount Films to the red carpet world premiere of A Quiet Place 2. The entire cast and crew were present on the red carpet already by the time I arrived.
By a twist of luck I was given an orchestra level ticket which meant I was sitting a few rows in front of the cast. The rest of the fans and non production personnel were perched in the mezzanine and balcony areas of the Jazz Theatre at Lincoln Center.
As I entered my seat there was an older woman who sat to my left, she was in her 60s and coughing heavily. This was before NYC shutdown due to corona virus but everyone was still on edge. The walkway was directly behind our row so the woman kept turning her head around and coughing behind us, so as to avoid me. I was posting on my social media (@projektjaydyn) little snippets from the premiere and at the end I mentioned how there was a woman coughing non stop next to me.
About 2 minutes after I posted about the coughing woman, a theater representative came with a paramount personal & explained to the woman she would have to move up to the balcony. The balcony was more isolated than orchestra and heaven help us if any celebrity caught something from this woman.
Needless to say I was ecstatic that I no longer had to worry about catching anything. Director Jon Krasinski walked on stage before the movie started and thanked everyone for coming. He thanked his production team and spoke very highly of them. He talked about how he never wanted to make a sequel but Paramount executives begged him to. He was very pleased with how the movie turned out. After the movie finished, everyone headed out the theater to the after party. The only celebs that attended both premiere and after party were the ones from the film.
The movie itself is a mixture of flashbacks and current situations. The flashbacks give some insight into where these creatures came from and what happened to the family prior to where we saw them in A Quiet Place part 1. The movie then shifts and starts exactly where the first movie left off and we get to see more of their world as it is now.
Djimon Hounsou and Cillian Murphy play two new and important characters in the film, which I won't spoil for you here. And, of course, we have Emily Blunt, Millicient Simmonds, and Noah Jupe reprising their roles as the mother and two siblings from the previous film. The film itself had a slighter darker feel than the first. Not sure how it was possible, but it definitely had more action and suspense than the original film. As much as the kids in this movie make some irresponsible decisions that leave their entire party in danger, I'm glad they were able to turn things around and help.
I highly recommend watching this film as it's very entertaining and suspenseful. You definitely will not be bored by either film. And yes you do need to watch the first film in order to understand what is happening in the second. Give em both a watch since we're on quarantine lock down either way.
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