Peitho is a unique Victorian style high-collar tulle wedding dress with a scalloped neck and cap sleeves. The noble look of the dress will impress by every move and glorify the beauty. The delicate beaded champagne lace details overlay a foundation of soft chantilly champagne lace. They are hand-sewn and hand-beaded to add to the gown high-fashion couture touch. The button detail down the back matches the collar style and accentuate the see-through lace. The flowing skirt consists of the softest champagne chiffon with draped tulle overlays on sides. It has a zipper closure at the back.
Once you send a message, Sae can invite you to purchase the dress.


From left: "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert; Freddie Mercury as portrayed by Rami Malek in "Bohemian Rhapsody"
Adam Lambert says he wouldn't have accepted the role in the upcoming Freddie Mercury biopic, Bohemian Rhapsody, even if it was offered to him.
Did You Catch Adam Lambert's Trucker Cameo in Bohemian Rhapsody?
Actor Rami Malek has pulled off an "amazing� portrayal of Freddie Mercury in the upcoming Queen biopic, according to the band's guest frontman Adam Lambert.
Did You Spot Adam Lambert's Cameo In 'Bohemian Rhapsody'?
Singer Adam Lambert has only high praise to give for actor Rami Malek and his portrayal of Freddie Mercury in the upcoming Queen biopic, "Bohemian Rhapsody.
Out singer-songwriter Adam Lambert has praised Rami Malek's portrayal of Freddie Mercury in the upcoming Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody, which opens Friday.
Who is the SINGING VOICE of Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody?
It's all there – the humour, talent, heartbreak'LEFT: Actor Rami Malek portrays Freddie Mercury (TOP RIGHT) in the movie Bohemian Rhapsody.


text:
History of the Incas by Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa
Home >> History
History of the Incas
by Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa
Publisher: ManyBooks 1907
The history of the Incas by Sarmiento is, without any doubt, the most authentic and reliable that has yet appeared. For it was compiled from the carefully attested evidence of the Incas themselves, taken under official sanction.
Australia Unlimited
by Edwin James Brady - G. Robertson and Co.
The body of the material for Australia Unlimited has not been gathered from printed pages, but collected carefully. State by State, mile by mile, year after year, from the wide circle of a continent -- a continent of potentialities still unrealized.
Teaching History in the Digital Age
by T. Mills Kelly - University of Michigan Press
T. Mills Kelly synthesizes more than two decades of research in digital history, offering practical advice on how to make best use of the results of this synthesis in the classroom and new ways of thinking about pedagogy in the digital humanities.
How to Research Local History
by Pamela Brooks - How To Books
You don't have to be a trained historian to be interested in and research local history; all you need is an interest, an inquiring mind, an ability to keep your notes in an order where you can retrieve information quickly, and perseverance.
How to Write a Research Paper in History
- Wikibooks
Many people who have not written a research paper in the genre of History often have difficulty with understanding where to start. This Wikibook is an attempt to outline some of the basics for writing a research paper in History.

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaCommonCrawl


Make it a reputation that tells your purchasers how much ENJOYABLE their pets will have whereas they're gone! The sheer variety of variety makes Authorities Auctions a terrific public sale website to verify every so often to see what newest offers can be found. While some items are unique one off gross sales the majority are available in bulk which implies you not often miss out on an auction as a number of items are auctioned off at once. Effectively the only authorized way is to register your business in Thailand. Should you're business is based in Thailand with no license you might be breaking Thai regulation.
Use scripture references: If you already know of some good items of scripture from the Bible, and chances are, you do, then discover clever methods to use this within the title! Bisnis mengandalkan pertemuan antar pebisnis seperti halnya rapat ditempat khusus, atau sekadar untuk berkenalan dengan associate bisnis, sedangkan e-business mengandalkan media internet sebagai sarana untuk memperoleh tujuannya. Due to a little bit of cultural imperialism from the West, eating on the go is turning into fairly frequent for middle earnings workplace employees in Bangkok. Instead of grabbing a bowl of rice porridge with minced pork; many today are preferring small sandwiches, breads, bagels and pastries with a cup of espresso for breakfast. Via lunch and dinner you will find Thais dining in Western model quick meals restaurants in teams.
As I considered all the methods I may trash this business for ripping me off, it occurred to me that I usually use social media as a software to struggle back at businesses that burn me. A few months earlier than one other business had upset me. They didn't respond to emails directed to their customer support division. This company does have a Facebook and a Twitter account. I posted negatively on their wall and to their credit score, they promptly responded with a generic message directing me to contact customer assist.
We now have the types you need to create the temper you like – and that even matches your menu. Meals type: It is more seemingly than not that you may be dealing with a specific style of meals, whether it is Italian, Asian, or Latino cuisine. Make this clear in your name to make it simpler for people to find you. US Medical Professions: 1) All others apart from nurses and a couple of)Registered Nurses (RNs) significantly. Journey Nursing is much more profitable. I second Penny's suggestion. I have used the Math Projects from for the last 2 years with grades three-5. College students love them and have produced some great projects.


text:
Category Archives: George Burnett
Guelph Storm Complete Historical Comeback, Crowned OHL Champions
Category : CHL , George Burnett , Guelph Storm , Hockey , Isaac Ratcliffe , MacKenzie Entwistle , Memorial Cup , NHL , OHL , OHL Championship Series , OHL Playoffs , Ottawa 67s
GUELPH– Not many thought it was possible. If a team was given what the Guelph Storm had to endure this OHL Playoffs, the odds were slim. But the 2018-19 Guelph Storm isn't just any other team. They epitomize perseverance, determination and conquering adversity on another pedestal. In three consecutive series, they experienced deficits. Two of those were on the brink of elimination.
But this pesky Guelph team never gave up. The Storm surged when their backs were against the wall. And now, they are on top of the Ontario Hockey League, claiming the J. Ross Robertson Cup for the fourth time in their franchise history by dethroning the Ottawa 67's in six games.
"I can't put this into words," said Isaac Ratcliffe, who had two goals and two assists in the 8-3 rout of the Ottawa 67's in Game 6. "The resiliency from this team is unbelievable, none that I haven't seen before. I've never played for a team with this much skill, class and character."
Guelph Storm Battled Adversity All Playoffs, Including Game 6 Against Ottawa
Every OHL season has its ups and downs. Whether it's a slump during the regular season or being down in a playoff series, the adversity that a junior hockey team faces is integral in building character and toughness.
This is the Guelph Storm mantra. Against the Western Conference leading London Knights they were down 3-0. In the Western Conference Final against the Saginaw Spirit they were down 3-1. Finally, the OHL Championship presented its own challenges, as the Ottawa 67's took a 2-0 series lead.
But the experience of coming back to win against London and Saginaw proved to be vital for Guelph. In the final four games of the OHL Championship, the Storm would outscore the 67's 23 to 13. The final two games saw the Ottawa 67's have early leads.
On the brink of elimination, Ottawa scored two goals to open Game 6, putting doubt and silence throughout Sleeman Centre. But the Storm players never wavered. After being outshot in the first period 13 to 12, Guelph began to surge in the second period, winning the puck battles and creating scoring chances. After the 67's missed on two wide open nets to put the game out of reach, Guelph would score five unanswered goals, two of which came from their captain Isaac Ratcliffe, and one from Montreal Canadiens prospect Nick Suzuki.
It is this belief in each other and the veteran leadership that enables the Storm to have success coming back from any deficit.
"We had a nice response in the second period," said Burnett. "Being behind in two series helped us when we were down tonight. We stayed patient and we were able to find the puck to generate offence."
The Storm Surges to Halifax for the Memorial Cup
Not only was Isaac Ratcliffe a pillar for this Storm team, but also the players Guelph acquired at the trade deadline. Montreal Canadiens prospect Nick Suzuki, after acquiring him from the Owen Sound Attack, generated 42 points this postseason (16 goals, 26 assists). This earned the young forward the Wayne Gretzky Trophy for MVP of the OHL Playoffs.
Chicago Blackhawks prospect Mackenzie Entwistle, after being traded from the Hamilton Bulldogs, used his veteran leadership to be a pivotal asset for the Guelph Storm. Playing alongside Ratcliffe and Suzuki in Game 6, Entwistle was a +2 with one assist, adding to his seven goals and 14 assists for the entire postseason.
With Guelph's fourth OHL Championship in franchise history, the team now prepares for its next challenge. The Memorial Cup, the holy grail of junior hockey, is up for grabs and the Storm will look to continue its hot streak playing alongside the best junior hockey teams in Canada. For these youngsters, it's an opportunity to showcase their gifted offensive abilities on an even bigger stage.
"For me to have another chance to play for a Memorial Cup, I am so excited," says Entwistle.
Two years ago, a championship seemed like an unattainable concept. But through hard work and a devoted ambition to be better, the sunny skies turned to clouds. And the clouds turned into a Storm that has now surged to the top of the Ontario Hockey League.
This team isn't ready to give that up just yet.
The post Guelph Storm Complete Historical Comeback, Crowned OHL Champions appeared first on Last Word on Sports.
St. Louis Blues Prospect Alexei Toropchenko Shines for Guelph Storm
Category : Alexei Toropchenko , CHL , George Burnett , Guelph Storm , Hockey , NHL , OHL Championship Series , Ottawa 67s , St. Louis Blues
Alexei Toropchenko has taken notice of his drafted NHL team. Early Wednesday morning, the St. Louis Blues would secure a dramatic Game 7 victory over the Dallas Stars in double overtime. The 31-year-old Patrick Maroon would instantly become a hockey hero in St. Louis, scoring the goal that would send the Blues to the Western Conference Final.
695 miles away, at the Sleeman Centre in Guelph, Ontario, an investment into the St. Louis Blues future will be taking the ice. Blues prospect Alexei Toropchenko, has been the anchor for the Guelph Storm offence, scoring four goals the past two games in the OHL Championship Series. His two goals in Game 3 propelled the Guelph Storm to defeat the Ottawa 7-2, handing the 67's their first loss of this OHL postseason.
And for Storm head coach George Burnett, it's now a whole new series for his team, leading up to Game 4 at home.
"It was important for us to respond in Game 3," said Storm coach George Burnett. "When we look at the tape from Games 1 and 2, particularly from Game 2 where we had a chance to win the hockey game, our energy was low. I thought our energy was high (Monday). We did get some bounces, but that comes with a lot of hard work."
Alexei Toropchenko Keeps Legacy of Late Father Alive with Stellar Hockey
Before becoming a pivotal forward for the Guelph Storm, Alexei Toropchenko grew up in Russia. His Father, Leonid Toropchenko, played professional hockey in Russia and spent two seasons in Springfield and Cleveland, competing in the American Hockey League. Like his Dad, Alexei possessed deep aspirations of playing professional hockey. It is why he made the ultimate sacrifice to travel across the ocean to North America, when he got selected by the Guelph Storm, in order to make his hockey dreams become reality.
"I got a grasp of hockey in North America," says Toropchenko. "Also, I have learned English, which is helpful. (Teammate and best friend Dimitri Samorukov) and I have English classes twice a week so now I understand more and can speak better."
Life in North America was an adjustment for young Toropchenko. He had to adapt to the English language. Alexei was away from family, the people that provided him stability and support. The young forward's ability to conquer personal adversity would be put to the test when Leonid passed away with a sudden heart attack. It was a loss that shook Alexei to the core, but it provided an opportunity for his Mom, Julia, to come be with him in Canada. Having his Mother close to Alexei was pivotal in his improved performance towards the end of last season. But as coach Burnett alludes, Toropchenko always exhibited sound hockey skills.
"His work and his compete and his hustle and willingness to block shots and cycle the puck and protect the puck, there are a lot of things that are good there," affirms Burnett.
Guelph Storm Offense Leading Comeback Charge in OHL Championship Series
With the win Monday night, the Guelph Storm are back in the OHL Championship Series. This pesky team has gelled with the offensive success of Alexei Toropchenko, along with Nick Suzuki, Isaac Ratcliffe and Mackenzie Entwistle, who each got two goals in Game 3. Toropchenko's ability to create havoc in front of the net, as well as using his length and speed to create matchup problems, makes him an offensive force on the ice.
It is these qualities that attracted the St. Louis Blues to draft Toropchenko in the fourth round of the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. In late 2018, a few months removed from his Father's passing, young Alexei would sign his first NHL contract.
While his NHL affiliate St. Louis Blues are looking to advance to their first Stanley Cup Final since 1970, their young prospect Alexei Toropchenko is looking to tie the series in the OHL Championship. In back to back series, the Guelph Storm have come back from series deficits to win consecutive Game 7's on the road. Their belief in themselves to have the ability to come back is felt throughout the locker room, particularly with Alexei Toropchenko.
With 17 goals and 26 assists for 43 points during the regular season, count on Alexei Toropchenko to provide more postseason magic, for a Guelph Storm team looking to etch themselves into the annals of junior hockey history.The post St. Louis Blues Prospect Alexei Toropchenko Shines for Guelph Storm appeared first on Last Word on Sports.


A mysterious stranger sends shockwaves through a close-knit community in this nerve-jangling slice of raw suspense. In the wake of a triple murder that leaves the residents of a remote Alaskan outpost on edge, tightly wound drifter Elwood (Christopher Abbott, It Comes At Night) checks into a motel run by Sam (Jon Bernthal, The Punisher), a former rodeo champion whose imposing physical presence conceals a troubled soul. Bound together by their outsider status, the two men strike up an uneasy friendship: a dangerous association that will set off a new wave of violence and unleash Sam's darkest demons. Driven by tour-de-force performances from Abbott and Bernthal, this well-crafted thriller pulses with an air of quivering dread. Imogen Poots (28 Weeks Later) and Rosemarie DeWitt (Poltergeist) also star.


text:
Why Kyuubey Is More Evil Than Anyone Even Imagined
Original Publish Date: October 10, 2012
Read the original on Moar Powah!
By now, everyone on the Internet knows more or less who or what Kyuubey is – the adorable looking alien from the mega-hit anime Puella Magi Madoka Magica that will grant your wishes in return for your service as a magical girl (apparently, no boys are allowed) fighting off witches that cause depression, suicide, and all types of terrible awful things. And yes, the implicit deal is all types of messed up since we find out later the conditions are way more terrible than implied by said cute alien making these contracts, who just wants to help save the universe.
But is Kyuubey as evil as he/it seems? Or perhaps his plan far, far more dastardly than ever imagined? Let's take a look at some facts. (AND BE FOREWARNED THIS THING IS LITTERED WITH SPOILERS)
Public Enemy Number One
1) Kyuubey is incapable of lying, but totally capable of omitting information
This is the first major thing we learn about Kyuubey. One thing we learn once shit has hit the fan in this show, is that not only the soul of these girls are physically separated from their bodies, but also that once those souls (soul gems) became too tainted with despair and hatred, the girls turns into a witch. This then produces the energy needed to put into the universe so it doesn't die. Basically, Kyuubey's mission is to save everyone by sacrificing a few hundred people. They become angry with him, and his retort is, "well, you never asked."
Therefore, he's not lying per se, he's just made a "logical" (we'll touch on that next) decision not to reveal specific information at the time of the contract to ensure they would go through with it. Since he otherwise seems so open, and the people in question were teenage girls, they didn't think through the fact that this was a negotiation and that MAYBE they should ask about all the conditions. Though, even then, we don't know if we're getting the whole story about the contracts themselves – we just see the clauses that directly affects these girls in particular. What else is he deciding might not be important enough to talk about or know? And should this technically count as lying?
2) Kyuubey doesn't have any emotions per se…or so we're told.
Kyuubey makes it very clear that he neither understands, nor strives to understand, humans. He comes from a world with no emotions – his is a society based almost entirely on logic. Ergo, he's basically a Vulcan. He states that he feels nothing, and wonders why humans get upset when he, mercifully, doesn't the reveal the worst part of a contract that is essentially setting up people to become monsters and get slaughter by other proto-monsters.
He totally would have told them, had they asked. But how can you tell a cow it's going to die when its on the conveyor belt? His metaphor (kinda), not mine. He says they (his people) would do this process themselves but they don't have emotions. In fact, Earth is special since most other places in the universe don't have beings who feel emotions. But never does he actually say we are the only ones EVER. How long as this emotion-energy-harvesting been going on?
But that's not exactly true. He says emotion, on his planet, is a sign of insanity or mental malady. ERGO they must not have enough crazy people to fuel the universe. Or do they? He says it's not normal, but how do we know that they even tried it? They could have thought it was more logical to kill other species that to cut your population down to size, even if it's just the crazy ones. And Kyuubey isn't entirely without emotion – he feels surprise, we know that. He kind of mocks Homura when she keep trying to kill him. He has a very clear manipulative nature when he asks Madoka to save him in episode one EVEN THOUGH he would just eat himself and be fine again.
3) He has powers that can rip the soul out of people…without having to ask
This is an idea very rarely touched upon in discussions of this character, so I would like to bring special attention to it. In order to create a magical girl. Kyuubey must remove a girl's soul from her body, otherwise she'd be way too weak to fight witches, and that's how they get their power. He does make it clear that "magical girls are born from wishes…[and] witches are born from curses" so the wish is both, and it decides the style of power the girl will receive.
HOWEVER, he also tells Madoka that the contract is an act of kindness, to make things fair for the human girls who have basically signed their death wishes, so that when they do find out the truth (supposing they do, anyways), that they won't be as gilted. Which means, Kyuubey can rip your soul from you body whenever, wherever he wants to. The contract is his way to entice you in, but there isn't much stopping him from outright doing it if logic dictates it is the single best course of action. He doesn't need to offer you anything – the only reason he does so is to make it so the girls fight and eventually fall into despair. After all, if he just grabbed them outright, they would probably choose not to fight or just kill themselves and then he'd never get any energy.
Do all his people have this power? How does he do it? If he acquired, how? Do Kyuubey's people have souls? Can he put them back? All these questions never get answered, but it's damn creepy that he can just sort of do it at whim.
4) In the universes where Sayaka exists, she always becomes a witch
In the episode where we see Homura's entire backstory, there are several versions of reality, but they can be categorized as such (one of the ways anyway): where Sayaka becomes a magical girl, and where she doesn't. Every universe where she becomes a magical girl, she becomes a witch. This isn't a fluke either – Sayaka's destiny is to become a witch. And that's why Kyuubey follows her and makes sure that she makes the contract.
Doomed from the start, our Sayaka
Not only that, the only time Kyuubey comes in to make a contract with a girl is at her absolute lowest – Mami is dying, Homura has lost her one true friend, Kyoko is watching her father fall apart while she's starving, and Sayaka is watching the person she loves suffer. And you know what rash decisions lead to? Regret.
Mami doesn't even speak the wish; Kyuubey kind of psychically reads it from her, and her own parents die from that very fact, leaving her all alone.
Kyoko doesn't realize that, yeah, seeing as witchcraft and magic aren't the most accepted things in the general Christian dogma (we don't know the exact type of Christianity, but it is clear that it's of that general nature), her dad might view her as evil, and it gets her whole family killed.
Homura's wish is basically designed to drive her to the brink of insanity, and Sayaka's wish is as selfish as it is selfless. He's not looking for stable, intelligent young women – he's looking for lonely, mentally disturbed or weak people at their end of their rope or those who could get there quickly.
Additionally, had Mami not been killed, she probably would have become a witch too. Where does this hypothesis come from, you ask? The fact that in one universe, when she finds out they have no soul and will become witches, she decided to mercy-kill all of her friends rather than watch them turn into monsters. Not what I'd call someone who's on an even keel. Kyuubey knows very well who and how to make into a magical girl, and he's damn well gonna use it.
5) He doesn't know Homura time travels…and yet…
Kyuubey makes it clear in more than one reality that he has no idea Homura can travel through time and create alternate realities…or so he says. Yes, he does express surprise everytime he comes into contact with her and her time-jumping abilities. But think about it – Kyuubey in the very first universe (which we will call TL1) approaches Homura after Madoka meets her end, knowing pretty much she'll wish to somehow save Madoka, and gives her time travelling powers. And in each and every universe before the show begins, Kyuubey gets to Madoka first and turns her into a magical girl, so Homura knows her fate is over at the point, prompting her to go back again until we get to the reality where Madoka can alter the laws of physics. Coincidence?
When Kyuubey finds out about Homura's time travelling in the show's universe, he just sort of happens to throw out a theory about why Madoka is so powerful – Homura's time-turning has made each reality center around Madoka, which makes her emotional burden heavier, meaning she would become the ultimate witch. This is the theory Kyuubey just throws out there THAT HAPPENS TO BE 100% CORRECT.
Keep in mind, Kyuubey has, supposedly, no clue how many time Homura has gone back, just that she's not from that universe itself. He can just sort of sense it and comes to that conclusion. We never see that his people have time travelling capabilities or if they know it's even possible to go back in time. But, you know, Kyuubey being the all-knowing somehow knows that this is EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED WITHOUT HOMURA GIVING HIM MUCH INFO. Suspicious much?
He even had this little graphic all prepared and everything.
6) The end game is never seen
I could touch on the whole "entropy-doesn't-work-like-that-how-can-emotion-turn-to-energy" speech that lots of fans know, but I suck at science and I can't even begin to figure out exactly how that works. And it's not the biggest flaw in the argument he presents either, so we'll just note it as Kyuubey is bad at science. He says that he, and his race, must harvest the entropy created by a magical girl turning into a witch in order to save the universe. One, how does he harvest it? Through the grief seeds? Magic? Hovering spaceship over Earth?
Two, how do WE the audience know the universe is actually dying? As I mentioned before, saying you don't lie doesn't mean anything since that in itself could be a lie. How do we know he's not omitting important information like, the universe is dying…at a rate slow enough that it would take millenia before the universe were actually in peril. Or that the universe…is in an alternate dimension where Kyuubey's people are from.
And further more, we see that this process of turning people into magical girls has been going on for centuries – how much energy is needed? Infinite? If he gets Madoka's energy, is it over? Well it would have to be because Madoka's witch is said to engulf the Earth and basically kill everyone on it who is filled with grief to make it perfect….which is basically everyone except babies and very young children who would probably die on their own as time went on.
…So that's the face of the apocalypse…somehow I'm not surprised.
And no, don't give me that crap that "as long as one man and one female survive" – there are tons of issues with that, mainly the one that you can't rebuild an entire species that way. Nor could anyone wish for the entire species to come back, as that would require a lot of power that thus far we've only seen capable with Madoka. So there will be no more humans on Earth to steal energy from, and therefore unless there are other planets with life that feels emotion, then the energy source is basically over.
Additionally, when there will be no humans on Earth…there's no point in anyone becoming a magical girl cause the world is doomed anyways and they won't get to have ancestors that will live in the universe Kyuubey is supposedly trying to save. And thus everyone who dies in the show, and before it's events, basically would have made a pointless sacrifice had it not been for Madoka's wish…which I will discuss next week.
7) His race designed this entire system…on purpose
The ultimate thing about Kyuubey is the fact that this system of magical girls and witches works out entirely in his favor, and the favor of his people too. They save the universe without killing any of themselves in the process, with minimal collateral damage to "everyone," and the universe gets saved. So what if like a 100 or so teenage girls suffer and die horribly before it happens? Except, really, there's no explanation why they have to.
Kyuubey makes it clear that the magical girl/witch system is a design of his people – in order to get energy from emotions, there has to be a shit ton of suffering. You know what does that pretty effectively? War. Famine. Life in general. HIGH SCHOOL. You can't tell me that you had to make people really depressed when life all by its lonesome does that. And teenage boys don't have enough emotional potential? I get the stereotype is that boys are stoic and stupid and removed, and girls are the one with all the squishy feelings in the media, and it's nice to see a girl-centric show NOT all about romance, but I think it's poor rationale.
Most importantly, why do you have to make them monsters? Why not suck the misery out of them, or make a different chemical reaction in where the girl survives, so she can suffer more and maybe make more emotional-energy later? THAT'S CALLED A RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE. People never stop feeling, so it's not like they will ever run out of it. So why kill what is, in essence, your best source of power when you don't apparently need to? You could farm them a la Matrix, and you'd have energy forever and everyone would mutually benefit. They made this system, but they clearly never thought it through.
Maybe they just like the pretty, pretty colors?
And there you have it, my over-analysis of a character from a 12-episode long series. Tune in next week when I nitpick the ending to death! Why? Because I can!


text:
Jai Sampath, known mononymously as Jai, is an Indian actor working in Tamil films. The nephew of music composer Deva, Jai had worked as a keyboardist in films and had made his acting debut in a supporting role in Bagavathi. In 2007, he successfully auditioned for a leading role in Venkat Prabhu's sports film Chennai 600028. Jai subsequently garnered praise for diverse roles, including a villager on holiday in Goa, a timid factory worker in Engaeyum Eppothum and a customer care executive in the romantic drama Raja Rani, which became his biggest commercial success.
Engeyum Eppodhum
Chennai - 600028
Chennai 600028 II Innin...
Madhura Raja
(Malayalam - 2019)
Sangili Bungili Kadhava...
Pugazh
Kalakalappu 2
Vamanan
Jai PICTURES (1)
Jai's new film titled 'Yenni Thuniga'
'Balloon is my first horror film', Jai
Jai's next titled as Jarugandi
Jai arrested for drunken driving
Jai on his role in Chennai 28 II Innings
Jai's next a horror thriller


text:
Cuba in national mourning for former leader Fidel Castro
Cuba is observing nine days of national mourning for former President Fidel Castro, who has died at the age of 90.
The socialist revolutionary's death was announced by his brother, Raul Castro, the incumbent Cuban president, on state television late on Friday.
In his address the elderly leader said Mr Castro, who ruled Cuba since 1959 and survived countless assassination attempts, died at 10.29pm on Friday.
Fidel Castro's ashes greeted by thousands across Cuba
Thousands of people turned out to bid farewell to Fidel Castro as the former Cuban leader's ashes began their final journey.
Thousands gather in Havana plaza to remember Castro
Raul Castro and South American leaders were among those who attended a massive evening tribute to the late Cuban president.
North Korea observes three days of mourning for Castro
Kim Jong Un, leader of North Korea, has paid his respects to Fidel Castro, former leader of Cuba.
Cubans queue for hours to pay respects to Fidel Castro
Thousands of people thronged around Havana's Revolution Square to honour their former revolutionary leader.
Labour leader will not attend Fidel Castro's funeral
Shadow foreign secretary Emily Thornberry will represent Labour at Tuesday's memorial in the Cuban capital city Havana.
Will Trump reignite Cold War enmity between US and Cuba?
Robert Moore Washington Correspondent
Does Donald Trump's approach to Cuba mark a return to the former Cold War enmity between the two countries?
Nine days of mourning begins in Cuba over death of Castro
Video report by ITV News Correspondent Carl Dinnen in Havana
The people of Cuba have begun nine days of official mourning for the death of Fidel Castro, the former leader who turned their small Caribbean island into an international symbol of revolution.
Bars shut, baseball games and concerts were suspended and many restaurants stopped serving alcohol and planned to close early.
But while Cuba mourns, the expatriate community in Miami continued to celebrate the death of a man they regard as a brutal tyrant.
Prince Harry observes minute's silence for Castro
Prince Harry Credit: PA
Prince Harry observed a minute's silence for former Cuban leader Fidel Castro who has died aged 90.
The prince joined dignitaries from St Vincent and the Grenadine at a reception hosted by the Caribbean country's governor general Sir Frederick Ballantyne who asked his guests to mark the death of the international figure.
Among the guests was Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves, leader of the country's ruling Unity Labour Party, who described Castro as a good friend of his country.
Harry is visiting the country as part of a 15-day tour of the Caribbean.
Justin Trudeau praises 'larger than life' Fidel Castro
Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau said it was with "deep sorrow" that he learned of Fidel Castro's death and said the revolutionary had made "significant improvements" in Cuba.
The late Cuban leader was a friend of Mr Trudeau's father.
In a statement, Mr Trudeau said: "It is with deep sorrow that I learned today of the death of Cuba's longest serving President.
"Fidel Castro was a larger than life leader who served his people for almost half a century. A legendary revolutionary and orator, Mr. Castro made significant improvements to the education and healthcare of his island nation.
"While a controversial figure, both Mr. Castro's supporters and detractors recognized his tremendous dedication and love for the Cuban people who had a deep and lasting affection for 'el Comandante'."
Cuban exiles celebrate as world reacts to death of Castro
Video report by ITV News correspondent Rebecca Barry
Exiled Cubans in Miami's Little Havana took to the streets to celebrate the death of Fidel Castro.
One woman said the leader had "separated her family" while a man, whose father had spent two years in jail in Cuba, described him as "a killer".
In contrast, Russians paid their respects outside the Cuban embassy in Moscow to the leader who built a communist state on the doorstep of the United States.
Castro once said "history would absolve him". The world now waits to see how the revolutionary leader will be remembered.
Load more updates Back to top


A Consumer Reports expert shares his pro tips on how to keep your grass looking its best without wasting a lot of water.
Want to have the best lawn on your block? A Consumer Reports expert shares his pro tips on how to keep your grass looking its best without wasting a lot of water.
You might think keeping your grass green is tough during the summer, especially if you don't want your water bill to break the bank.
But with Consumer Reports' advice, it's easier than you think.
Green with envy over your neighbors grass? Consumer Reports Yard Equipment Expert Peter Sawchuk says don't be.
"If you follow the right techniques, you can have a perfectly green lawn without a lot of fertilizer, water, or even consistent cutting," he said.
First things first - stop cutting your grass so short. Raise the height on your mower deck to at least three inches.
"Taller grass has longer roots. Those roots gain more moisture down in the soil. And the taller grass actually shades the area around the ground and reduces evaporation," said Peter.
Next, instead of bagging your clippings, set your mower to mulch.
"Those clippings go back in between the grass blades, decompose, and add nutrients to the soil," said Peter.
And when you're done mulching, be sure to clear your mower's deck of any leftover grass. Buildup can get in the way and reduce airflow, which is essential for cutting longer grass.
Another must-do for great grass is to sharpen your mower blade at the start of the season and twice during the season.
"A sharp blade is most important because it makes a very clean cut on the grass, while a dull blade whacks the grass, stresses it out, and it will turn it brown," said Peter.
And finally, Peter says don't overdo it when it comes to watering. An established lawn only needs about an inch of water, including rainfall, a week.
Consumer Reports says you can cut back on fertilizing, too. You really only need to fertilize at most twice a year, most important, in the fall.
Also, instead of fertilizing in the spring, as soon as the snow melts during the winter - put down pelletized lime.
It helps neutralize the acid in the snow and make the next application of fertilizer work more efficiently.


Select a Centennial Biography from the list and enjoy reading. The most recent Bios are added at the bottom of the list.
Make a secure donation using PayPal – please make a notation for "Centennial Biographies".


"Get Rid Of Your Head Trash"
Are You "Stuck" In Your Business?
Are you sick of working day and night in your business and seeing little or no results?
It doesn't matter if you've been in business for a month, a year, or 10 years. Ask anyone and they'll tell you that what used to work just isn't working the way it used to. Especially if you're an independent business owner …you're likely feeling the squeeze.
And this 11% figure isn't something we made up…it isn't even our own research.
That's right…according to the U.S. Census Bureau, only 11% of small business owners in ever break the 6-figure mark.
So let's say you bust your hump to get your business to that lofty figure. Does that mean you're putting that princely sum in your bank account?
Because these numbers represent sales, not profits.
"Work Less and Make More"?
Is there really a formula or "hack" that will give you the success, income, and happiness you want?
I'm just a regular guy with a wife, twin daughters, a son, a cat and two dogs. But I've been blessed to build a 7-figure business from scratch with ZERO employees that allows me to work when, where, and how much I want – a business that's basically doubling every year now.
Even if you're just getting started, or you've tried and failed in the past.
"I made my investment back in less than 48 hours!"
I can't even put a monetary value on the momentum that 6 Figure Business Machine has created in ALL areas of my life – business, health, love & more. I made my investment back in less than 48 hours after joining the Program. The modules, bonuses, access to community of people around the world – It's all been PRICELESS!
You see, I've designed this training to go much deeper than those "in-a-box" info products that get you all excited and then leave you to struggle your way through all alone. The fact is, I care too much to do that to you.
"Your results in life come from your habits. Understand what causes habits, and you control your destiny!"
We start here because your HABITS form the core of your SUCCESS. Everything else falls into place once you activate the Power Habits ® of Highly Successful People.
"Create instant trust and rapport with the people who will take your life and business to the next level"
Now that we understand the Power Habits®, we're ready to start using them. Now we'll work on the single most important ingredient in making success automatic. You'll be amazed at how effortless your life unfolds once you know my easy formula.
"You have an opportunity RIGHT NOW to live the life you've imagined!"
Ah, now we've gotten to it. This is where the rubber meets the road, the one step that sets "the Naturals" apart from everyone else who's struggling to reach their goals. That's because knowing how to take control of your daily habits is the key to making success automatic.
The mindset behind the money – you'll FEEL GOOD while you're making more money!
"I'll show you how to stop procrastinating and get out of overwhelm…whew!"
Yes, there IS a way to stop procrastinating and get out of overwhelm, and have your life flow easily and effortlessly. I want you to feel completely comfortable doing this and by the time you're done with this module, you'll wonder why you struggled with this for so long!
"Let's make sure you are stepping into a future with great money AND a whole slew of additional opportunities that that most people miss. Cool?"
Yes, mastering your habits is important. But it's not the only way to make success automatic. There are other techniques you could be incorporating to squeeze every drop of goodness from each opportunity. The most money, sales, new clients, leads for your list, JV opportunities, invitations to speak at events, and so on are all possible.
The #1 most powerful strategy that will turn one-time opportunities into more and more!
"I went from $60,000 in debt to a six-figure income in six months because of Noah's trainings."
When you join, you'll get an email invitation to join our exclusive online forum. Here's where we'll post all trainings, recordings of the calls, additional video training, and more. (Plus you'll also be able to network with other participants.) You'll also get the recordings and transcripts of 5 live training calls.
Remember, I don't believe in just sending you a product to have it sit, unused and gathering dust, on your shelf. That's why I've created an entire Virtual Bootcamp around this life-changing information so you get the most out of it.
The only catch? You really need to do the work.
That's because you already know it's a good deal. And when you start applying what you learn, you'll EASILY make your money back (probably five to ten times over very quickly).
But until now, my Power Habits® Formula has only been available to my private $20,000 Mastermind clients. But right now you can get it for $1,997 only $997 until the countdown timer hits zero.
PLUS you get Monthly Group Coaching Calls with me, where I will personally help you and answer your questions as they come up.
You'll make money AND feel authentic while you're doing it. What is that worth to you?
To back that up, we'll give you 30 days from the date of your purchase to live with the work and REALLY decide if it's for you... in your heart. If you decide it's not for you... just let us know and get a full refund of your course tuition. No hard feelings.
#1 Four Weeks of Group Coaching with Me!
Questions you want to ask me? Insights you want to know? Or dig deeper into any conversation we've had in the past? Here's your chance! As part of your membership, you'll get 4 weeks of LIVE Group Coaching Call with me, where you can ask me anything you want. PLUS you'll get access to the recordings of every call so you can review and repeat to your heart's content!
You'll get exclusive access to our international community of support. You'll have everyone in the Power Habits® Academy program available for you to ask questions, find support, connect with, share ideas and even network!
Bigger than a course, seminar, or workshop. This is the world's most advanced live event experience on how to get unstuck and put your business and your success on autopilot. And you can come to ANY or ALL of my famous Live Your Dream Summit live events! Imagine sitting with other mission-driven entrepreneurs and change agents from around the world, all come together to support, network, even joint venture. I guarantee that these experiences will catapult your success faster than anything you've ever done before!
As the leading authority on how to eliminate limiting beliefs, Noah delivers live programs and online courses that his coaching clients call "mandatory for anyone who wants to succeed in life and business." He's the author of 10 books that have been translated into over a dozen languages.
Noah's engaging and down-to-earth speaking style always gets high marks from audiences. One of the world's most sought-after experts on personal growth and professional development, Noah appears frequently in the news worldwide, including ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, The Hallmark Channel, NPR, PARADE, Woman's Day, Los Angeles Business Journal, Washington Post, Chicago Sun-Times, Forbes.com, Selling Power and The Huffington Post.


SureKill® LD-44T™ is a dual-synergist 1.0% Pyrethrin metered insect aerosol for use in the ProMist'r Dispenser. For use against flying insects such as flies, mosquitoes, gnats and moths in commercial food handling and preparation areas, stores, food processing plants, factories, hotels, offices, supermarkets, warehouses and bottling plants. Provides approximately 30 days protection covering 6,000 cubic feet.
For more information on our professional pest products contact professionalpest@neogen.com.


I was the Supervising Editor on Seasons 1, 3 and 4 of Snooki and Jwoww. This spin off of Jersey Shore followed the girls as they moved away from partying and into motherhood and marriage. When Jersey Shore ended many people in post production moved over to this show. And, when the final episode aired it capped what had been a fantastic run, not just of fun tv, but of working with people who had become close friends. This video is a "This Season On" I edited for Season 3.


Wage and Hour Div Field Off is located at the address 1265 Wayne Ave in Indiana, Pennsylvania 15701.
For maps and directions to Wage and Hour Div Field Off view the map to the right. For reviews of Wage and Hour Div Field Off see below.


like the love arrows of Eros, the bee sting and its venom is both painful and healing!!
Indeed, besides the painful toxic effects, bee venom has many beneficial biological ones.
anti-bacterial; immuno-suppressive;radiation-protective; improves hemoglobin synthesis, anti-coagulant;accelerates heart beat, increase blood circulation, lowers blood pressure;lowers cholesterol levels;activates the central nervous system;stimulates building of endogenous cortisone.
bv or its components have promising properties against autoimmune diseases like MS, Parkinson and Alzheimers.


Computer Information Technology - Programming - A.A.S.
For more information on this program, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Information Technology prepares students for positions in the workplace through the use of various systems, applications, languages and products. The program consists of a common core of General Education and Computer Information Technology major core courses, combined with subject-specific courses designed to address skills within the concentration area. These subject-specific courses focus on those skill-sets identified by employers as essential in today's workplace and, where appropriate, will prepare students for industry-recognized certification examinations. The concentrations are designed to ensure that students have the proper experience, training, and skills to begin work in the chosen field upon successful completion of the chosen program of study.
This concentration is a preparation for a career as a programmer or software engineer. Emphasis is placed on issues related to knowing how to use the features of object programming languages like java, the design and implementation of classes and objects, the process of developing and maintaining software. Students will also develop strong critical thinking skills and will learn by doing along with real world internship experiences. This concentration may include preparation for the Oracle certified Associate (Java Programmer Certification). Required courses are Programming II OR Computer Science II, and one other approved geographically appropriate Programming course.
Computer Literacy Requirement: Students in this degree program must prove Computer Literacy during the first semester of study. See www.volstate.edu/ComputerLiteracy/.
Students earning a degree in a Computer Information Technology program are required to take the CIT Exit Exam in order to graduate. Please, see your advisor for more details.


text:
Q: Mysql: Insert row with default new data for each user Grateful for help with a tricky (for me) query. I am very much a mysql beginner.
The table (v3_community_fields_values) has the following columns:

*

*id (unique id of the row, autoincrements)

*user_id (the id of the user)

*field_id (the id of the field type)

*value (the values of that
field)

*access

I have been scratching my head how to write a query that inserts a row for each user where:
a) no such row already exists, and
b) another user row exists with [field_id] of 45 (45 = user profile type) and the value of either 5 or 6
the new row should contain: [id],[user_id],'75','foobar'
Very grateful for your help.

A: This does it (tested):
insert into v3_community_fields_values
    (user_id, field_id, value)
select user_id, 75, 'foo'
from v3_community_fields_values
where field_id = 45
and value in ('5', '6')
and user_id not in (
select user_id
from v3_community_fields_values
where field_id = 75)

See live demo on SQLFiddle.

A: I don't know how to implement using one sql statement, but this store procedure may help:
delimiter //
drop procedure if exists insert_something//
create procedure insert_something ()
begin
    DECLARE v_user_id int default 0;
    DECLARE stop int default 0;
    DECLARE cursor1 CURSOR FOR select DISTINCT user_id from v3_community_fields_values where field_id = 45;
    DECLARE CONTINUE HANDLER FOR SQLSTATE '02000' SET stop=1;
    OPEN cursor1;
    FETCH cursor1 INTO v_user_id;
    while stop <> 1 do
        insert into v3_community_fields_values (user_id, field_id, `value`) values (v_user_id, '75', 'foobar');
        FETCH cursor1 INTO v_user_id;
    end while;
    CLOSE cursor1;
end //
call insert_something()//

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaStackExchange


text:
Q: how to perform query field not equal to 0 in elasticsearch i am working on elastic search
i want to do query on the doc that "alarmStatus" NOT EQUAL to  0
i did the following code
'''
{
  "query": {
    "bool": {
      "must_not":{
        "term": {
            "alarmStatus": 0
                }

      },
      "filter": {
        "match": {
          "type": "meterdata"
        }
      }
    }
  }
}

'''
and it fail to perform not equal function, any help, thanks in advance
here is the query result i got ( i show only one as hit have 8k ..)
 "hits": {
        "total": {
            "value": 8067,
            "relation": "eq"
        },
        "max_score": 0.0,
        "hits": [
            {
                "_index": "test",
                "_type": "meter",
                "_id": "7Hiii3QBSliyJ__J2921",
                "_score": 0.0,
                "_source": {
                    "header": {
                        "meterId": 12345,
                        "manufId": 2367,
                        "meterType": 7,
                        "swVersion": 4,
                        "dataCtrl": 123,
                        "accessNum": 179,
                        "alarmStatus": 0,
                        "dataConfig": 0
                    },
                }
            },

A: You can use the GET mapping API i.e GET /{{index-name}}/_mapping to retrieve mapping definition for the index.

Mapping is the process of defining how a document, and the fields
it contains, are stored and indexed. Fields and mapping types do not
need to be defined before being used. Using dynamic mapping (like
in your case), new field names will be added automatically, just by
indexing a document.

Adding a working example with index data, search query, and search result
Index Data:
{
  "header": {
    "meterId": 12345,
    "manufId": 2367,
    "meterType": 7,
    "swVersion": 4,
    "dataCtrl": 123,
    "accessNum": 179,
    "alarmStatus": 0,
    "dataConfig": 0
  }
}
 {
      "header": {
        "meterId": 12345,
        "manufId": 2367,
        "meterType": 7,
        "swVersion": 4,
        "dataCtrl": 123,
        "accessNum": 179,
        "alarmStatus": 1,
        "dataConfig": 0
      }
    }

Search Query:
{
  "query": {
    "bool": {
      "must_not": {
        "term": {
          "header.alarmStatus": 0
        }
      }
    }
  }
}

Search Result:
"hits": [
      {
        "_index": "64763634",
        "_type": "_doc",
        "_id": "2",
        "_score": 0.0,
        "_source": {
          "header": {
            "meterId": 12345,
            "manufId": 2367,
            "meterType": 7,
            "swVersion": 4,
            "dataCtrl": 123,
            "accessNum": 179,
            "alarmStatus": 1,
            "dataConfig": 0
          }
        }
      }
    ]


It was fun to have Joe Callihan visit the studio for an interview to talk about his interesting book, Journey Toward Eternity. Below is a link to our discussion about his books which addresses many questions about the meaning of life. Joe wrote Journey as a road map, leading the reader to a happy eternity. Our choice of path will affect how we enter into eternity - with great peace and joy, or great remorse and sorrow.
I am happy to welcome Joe back on July 3rd -- just in time to talk about his book, Adventures in Navyland. It is a rather irreverent look at life in the Navy...but I love to promote books written by veterans and to honor their service.


Karin Tucker has been promoted to executive officer of the Charlotte-DeSoto Building Industry Association. She joined the group in April 2006 and has been serving as membership manager. The University of Florida graduate has a bachelor's degree in public relations. She has a background in multifamily housing management and marketing.
The Federal Reserve has auctioned an additional $30 billion in funds to commercial banks to fight the effects of a serious credit crisis. The Fed said the money carried an interest rate of just over 3 percent. It was the sixth in a series of auctions that so far have pumped $160 billion into the nation's banking system in an effort to provide cash-strapped banks with extra reserves.
Allstate declared a 41-cent dividend, payable April 1 to shareholders as of March 14. The change marks a 7.9 percent increase over the 38-cent dividend paid last quarter. Based on Tuesday's closing price, the company's stock will boast a dividend yield of 3.4 percent. Allstate also said it plans to buy back up to $2 billion of its stock through March of next year. The insurer will launch the new buyback program once its existing $4 billion program is done, which is expected by the end of the first quarter.
In a sign of growing trouble for a proposed merger with Northwest Airlines Corp., top executives of Delta Air Lines Inc. issued an internal memo saying no "potential transaction meets all our principles." Summarizing the airline's priorities in any merger, including seniority protection for all its employees and keeping the airline headquartered in Atlanta, the memo said Delta will continue to focus on its "stand-alone plan" until all "these conditions are met."
Sony Corp.'s first Blu-ray disc player that can download bonus materials such as trailers and games from the Internet will debut this summer. It will be the first new player from Sony, the inventor of Blu-ray, since the format beat out another technology to become the high-definition replacement for DVD players.


text:
Bond Ladys Corner » NEWS FROM IRAQ » Iraq General News, Economy & Oil News » Maliki's Coalition: Abadi refuses to consult us
Maliki's Coalition: Abadi refuses to consult us
1 Maliki's Coalition: Abadi refuses to consult us Thu Oct 29, 2015 3:37 am
Baghdad, Iraq-News Network announce the State of law Coalition to withdraw the bonus you authorize him to Prime Minister Haidar Al-Abbadi in the House "to its decisions and lack of consultation with political blocs,"
the coalition said in a statement Wednesday: "we are members of the State of law Coalition had previously supported the Government, Haider Al-Abadi since the first day of its formation last year, stood firmly by her side to help overcome the financial crisis and military and security afflicting the country and threaten its unity, sovereignty, the coalition was recorded throughout the past period that Government policy Viewer Both internal and external "."
as PM discusses supported and hotfix packages announced by Abbadi despite observations that we had to avoid political confrontation may benefit the Organization and its allies of Baathists daash walnkshbendiin and stands behind them beyond borders. "
However, the statement said," but unfortunately, Abbadi denied the principle of consultation with the State of law bloc and the other political blocs as EdTo exacerbate the situation in the country is alarming catastrophic incidents in the coming phase. "
and continued the rule of law" as we learned baltrshik and hotfix packages of media like the rest of the other political blocs, and failed all our efforts to dissuade the Abadi not override the Constitution and the laws in force under the banner of reforms with the Supreme religious authority stressed the need not to skip the Constitution and theLaws on the implementation of the reforms that we think are necessary and useful. "
according to the statement," the announcement of the new salary scale came to submit additional evidence to insist on lack of consultation with political partners in case its life for millions of Iraqi people with the belief that the new peace poses a serious threat to the middle class which is the base engine in the society. "
he added that" under the Prime Minister stuck to the policy of not sharingWith the political blocs as well as the State of law Coalition, also surprised by hiring decisions and insulation and exemption on a number of sensitive centres in the Iraqi military and security service, strengthened our conviction that the policy of exclusivity has become a serious damage to the interests of the people and represents a serious threat to the political process "."
we have produced a policy consultation serious negative impacts on the holy war againstTerrorism through the financial and logistical weapons, and led to the weakening of the popular crowd, which had a larger role in security forces foil daash regulation project backed by some international and regional bodies and planned to invade and destroy Baghdad and violation of sanctities. "
and seal the statement by saying" today we declare we are signatories to this statement of the State of law bloc members that we still today no longer responsible for the decisions of the Prime Minister and the effects and consequences of non-compliance with the Constitution and the laws in force, and We declare the delegate we pulled him in the Chamber of Deputies on repairs, which was conditional upon respect for the Constitution and the laws ".
Create a forum on Forumotion | © PunBB | Free forum support | Contact | Report an abuse | Forumotion.com


text:
HomeAutomationRobotics and Smart Automation Change the Packaging Game
Robotics and Smart Automation Change the Packaging Game
Elizabeth Montalbano | Oct 25, 2016
Robotics and smart automation solutions are innovating and improving processes in many industries, and manufacturing is one of them. Packaging in particular is an area in which technologies are emerging to automate traditionally manual processes and add other efficiencies to systems, with robotic and intelligent automation capabilities becoming available to improve how things are done across the production and supply chains.
Both traditional automation companies and startups are developing technologies to improve processes on the factory floor, while smart sensors and other Internet of Things (IoT)-related technologies are improving how products are handled during transport and across the supply chain.
However, though these technologies exist, manufacturers still aren't taking full advantage of the opportunities available to automate and improve the way products from food to pharmaceuticals are being packaged and processed, according to Ross Kozarsky, analyst for Lux Research.
"The packaging industry has only just scratched the surface of employing available emerging technologies, as many applicable innovations are currently being targeted primarily for other industries," he said. "Similarly, packaging presents an enormous opportunity to technology developers, but one that thus far has largely gone underutilized."
Kozarsky noted a number of next-generation IoT-related technologies that are emerging to help make packaging processes more efficient. Among them are sensor innovations that are improving how goods are transported, such as cold-chain data-logging products with lower price points and smaller form factors; temperature logging at the individual project packaging level; and smart packaging connected to the Internet for a variety of uses.
The Internet of Things is a Service Application. The relevant IoT discussion is not so much about sensors or about communication standards, the IoT is about data collection, analytics and self-learning systems that can quantify life. Learn more about how real IoT applications for the consumer are things like lifestyle coaches, home butlers, caretakers, etc. at ESC Silicon Valley, Dec. 6-8, 2016 in San Jose, Calif. Register here for the event, hosted by Design News' parent company, UBM.
Smart packaging solutions also are finding their way into the process chain, he said. "Flexible RFIDs are starting to see item-level adoption in high-value products, such as medicine and liquor, for anti-counterfeiting and sending marketing information," Kozarsky said. "Additionally, printed touch sensors enable live interaction with consumers on the package, and low power reflective displays are used in electronic shelf labels to provide real-time information about the products."
Robotics to Automate Manual Tasks
Technology providers, however, have a slightly different perspective on the robotics and automation innovations that are currently available to them for packaging applications. They report these technology making improvements in two key areas of production -- mechanical processes and control systems.
One new key innovation that can improve mechanical packaging processes comes out of research developed at Harvard University for a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) robotics challenge and then commercialized by a company called Soft Robotics.
The technology is an octopus-inspired soft robotic gripper that can handle delicate, oddly shaped, and a varied array of objects that previously only could be moved and packaged using manual labor, said Carl Vause, CEO of Soft Robotics.


text:
Meet Arat Hosseini, the Six-Year-Old Iranian Boy Whose Muscled Physique Has Earned Him Millions of Followers on Instagram
Facts Catalogue June 26, 2020
When kids see superhuman characters like Batman, Superman, and Spiderman, they wish to become like them. Kids guard the figurines of their heroes fiercely and dress up like them for theme parties and at fancy dress competitions. In reality, only a few are blessed to be like them. One such extraordinarily-gifted child prodigy is Arat Hosseini from Iran. Arat was all of nine months when he began practicing calisthenics poses. Today, he performs tricks that only trained gymnasts with years of practice can do.
In 2017, Arat Hosseini became an instant sensation after posting videos and visuals of extraordinary gymnastic stunts.
At the tender age of three, a toddler usually learns to walk, wash hands, balance on a beam, and turn pages. It would be a big deal if the kid is ready to be potty-trained. But Arat Hosseini from Iran had become a huge sensation on social media, drawing millions of views for performing awe-inspiring stunts. He had garnered over 6,500,000 on Facebook when the news was published in 2017 and presently has 3.9 million followers on Instagram. His videos and pictures showed him performing gymnastics and other stunts without handholds or any modern equipment. His huge fan base on the Internet addresses him as "Spider Boy."
Arat trained at home, with no special equipment or trainer. With even as little training time as 10-20 minutes, he performed the stunts with finesse.
Image credits: Arat Hosseini/Instagram
It is indeed commendable that Arat acquired all the expertise at home and with no special equipment or coach. As his family lived in a small town and very far from big cities, the facilities were simple and limited. Mohammad, Arat's proud father, has been a constant support in his life, overseeing his development at every stage. He is no coach or athlete himself. He began to coach Arat based on an online video about gymnasts.
Mohammad got to know of Arat's unusual strength when he was just three months old. Arat tried to lift himself up just by grabbing his father's finger. Later, he was able to hold on to tiny handles that his father built, much before he even learned to crawl. When he turned one, his parents took his talents seriously and allowed him 10-20 minutes of practice initially. The duration was increased up to an hour as Arat grew older. His prowess increased over time, and at 14 months, he did 15 backward somersaults in a row.
Even at an early age, Arat could perform handstands and pull-ups with remarkable ease. He has performed press-ups with a 6.5 kg weight and sit-ups with a large weight. Videos and pictures of Arat show him jumping off cupboards and flipping from drawers onto a mattress. He had also aced balancing splits and backward walkovers. At the age of four, he was already sporting an impressive six-pack.
Arat now trains at Liverpool's FC academy and draws interest from Arsenal, MU, and Barcelona for his expertise at the game.
Arat is six now, and he has taken his love for sports to the next level. His love for football has won him the Ballon d'Or six times, an annual football award by France Football, a news magazine. He has even received compliments from Messi and Ronaldo. He has now moved to Liverpool and is training with the Liverpool FC's academy. Popular football clubs such as Arsenal, MU, and Barcelona have expressed interest in him. He trains hard to look like his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo. The latest video showed him doing three thousand kick-ups with a football wearing a Barca teeshirt, and that got him to rave reviews.
arat hosseini Cristiano Ronaldo Extraordinary followers Football gymnast Instagram kid Liverpool's FC academy muscles physique Six-Year-Old arat hosseini Six-Year-Old Iranian Boy spider boy strength 2020-06-26
Benny Harlem's Hair is More than Just for the Record Books. It is Helping People Accept and Embrace their True Selves
10 Things About the Fyre Festival, the Most Fraudulent Music Festival of All Time
Previous The Crater of Diamonds State Park in The US is the Only Diamond Mine In the World Where You Can Be the Miner and Take Home All Your Finds
Next 10 Interesting Facts About Sumo Wrestling, Japan's National Sport


THE GWCT will be in attendance at this year's Southwell Ploughing Match and Show on Saturday (8.30am to 6pm).
The ploughing match is the largest agricultural one-day show in Nottinghamshire, run by a committee comprising of local business people and rural enthusiasts.
Being held at Little Carlton, Newark, there will be horse ploughing through the vintage years to the modern-day tractor, a variety of livestock, static displays and trade stands to suit all tastes.
GWCT will be at stand 124, alongside Southwell Poultry Services, where staff will be on hand to entertain guests and give an update on its latest projects.
If you are going, come and see us and say hello!


Valentine in Things City is a research and design project that imagines the future of post-human spaces like Google data centers and Amazon warehouses. Using the same artificial intelligence code that organizes logistics infrastructure, a fictional fulfillment center at the scale of a city has been procedurally generated.
Things city is designed to accommodate only delivery drones, logistics bots, and packages as its citizens. Through the eyes of the city's machines, we watch as a girl enters Things City on Valentine's day searching for a lost package.


101 Magic Tricks with a Thumb Tip Book - Top Secret!
Imagine having the power to vanish nearly any small object, in any situation, whenever you want. That's the sort of versatility a Thumb Tip can provide you with. The Thumb Tip is commonly used by amateur magicians. But professionals find it indispensable to their work, too. With careful thinking and a minimum amount of practice, you can use the Thumb Tip in a number of diabolical ways to astound even the most hardened audience. The step by step instructions in this book give you all the details on how to work miracles with this secret device.
Click the button below to add the 101 Magic Tricks with a Thumb Tip Book - Top Secret! to your wish list.


NPK compound fertilizer has the advantages of good appearance, high fertilizer efficiency, uniform coating and strong wear resistance. It can provide sulfur nutrition after degradation of the film, and is pollution-free, which meets the requirements of environmentally friendly fertilizer. NPK compound fertilizer has various kinds of slow-release fertilizers and processing forms. This NPK compound fertilizer granulation production line adopts the method of coating, including sulfur coating, resin coating and so on. A large number of field fertilizer efficiency experiments have proved that compared with non-coated fertilizer, the yield can be increased by 6-10% at the same level of economic input. At the same yield level, the amount of fertilizer application can be reduced by 1/3 and the utilization rate of fertilizer can be increased by 10%. In terms of ecological and environmental benefits, NPK compound fertilizer can effectively reduce the impact of nitrate content in groundwater, reduce eutrophication caused by water pollution, and improve the safety and quality of agricultural products.
This compound fertilizer production line has wide adaptability, and can be used for granulation of various raw materials such as compound fertilizer, medicine, chemical feed, coal, metallurgy, etc. and can produce compound fertilizer of various concentrations and types (including organic fertilizer, inorganic fertilizer, etc.). The equipment in NPK compound fertilizer production line generally includes crusher, mixer, conveyor, granulator, screening machine and so on.
1. Ingredients of raw materials: Urea, ammonium nitrate, ammonium chloride, ammonium sulfate, ammonium phosphate and other raw materials are equipped in a certain proportion (according to market demand and soil test results in different places).
2. Material agitation: Mix the raw materials evenly to improve the overall fertilizer efficiency of the fertilizer granules.
3. Granulation of raw materials: The raw materials with uniform stirring are conveyed to the drum granulator for granulation.
4. Granules drying: The granules made by the granulator are conveyed into the dryer, and the moisture contained in the granules is dried to increase the strength of the granules and facilitate their preservation.
5. Granules cooling: Cooling the granule to the normal temperature and ready to packing.
6. Primary screening: Screening the powder and particles.
7. Secondary screening: the final compound fertilizer granules were screened, the smaller granules were conveyed to granulating, the bigger granules were sent to crushing.
8. Coating and packaging: The surface of fertilizer particles is coated to release the available nutrients slowly after fertilizer is applied to the soil, so as to prolong the fertilizer efficiency. Packing final products in bags.
Each proportioning and weighing belt conveyor is strictly coordinated and controlled, and the level and flow are monitored and regulated timely and accurately. The proportioning system can automatically process the collected signals and output them to the corresponding control quantity. In the process of automatic proportioning production, the main material and auxiliary material are matched in a certain proportion, and the material conveyed by belt conveyor is measured by electronic belt scale.
Rotary drum granulator used for hot and cold granulation and high, medium and low concentrations of mass production of compound fertilizer. It has the feature of high pelletizing rate, high strength of round particles. The machine shell adopts special rubber or acid-resistant stainless steel lining. The raw materials are not easy to bond to the cylinder wall and play an anti-corrosion role. The drum granulator has large output, good economic benefit and resource saving.
In order to improve the productivity of the dryer machine, the larger diameter and length of the dryer are usually chosen to increase the effective volume of the drum, and prolong the drying time of the material. Dryer machine of different specifications must be equipped with corresponding oil (gas) fired stove and draft fans with corresponding air volume.
1. NPK compound fertilizer dryer machine has a high degree of mechanization, a large production capacity, and can run continuously.
2. The structure of NPK compound fertilizer dryer machine is excellent and simple. The material runs smoothly through the barrel resistance and is easy to operate.
3. NPK compound fertilizer dryer machine has less malfunction, low maintenance cost and low power consumption.
4. NPK compound fertilizer dryer machine has wide application range and good drying uniformity.
Rotary drum screener machine is common equipment in fertilizer production, mainly used for separating the returned materials and finished granules, realize the classification of the end products, and even classify the end products. The drum screener machine mainly includes the frame, classification chamber, sieving rotor structure, a main reducer and a main motor.
Zhengzhou Huaqiang Heavy Industry Technology Co.Ltd. was founded in 2000, specializing in agricultural environmental protection technology development, has long been committed to the production of high, medium and low compound fertilizer production equipment, providing customers with process design, equipment manufacturing, installation and commissioning, equipped with a comprehensive one-stop service, fertilizer equipment exported to many countries. After-sales service has won unanimous praise from customers. We warmly welcome partners from all over the world to guide business negotiation.


text:
Supply and Demand: Veterans Denied Hearing Aids
By audicus on May 7, 2021
Hearing Loss Culture
The Veterans Affairs Department has taken weeks to supply hearing aid devices and repairs, leaving many veterans hearing-impaired, according to recent articles.
Hearing Aid Distribution in the Military
According to the Washington Times, the Veterans Affairs Department has taken weeks to supply hearing aids to its war veterans, the department's Inspector General noting that it takes roughly 17 to 24 days for hearing aid delivery. In the most extreme cases, nearly one-third of veterans have to wait a month or more to receive a new device, and of the several thousand war veterans in waiting, about 1 in 10 need hearing aid repairs.
Explaining The Deficit in Hearing Aid Distribution for Veterans
The reason behind this massive deficit in hearing aid distribution has little to do with a lack of funding or material resources. Rather, officials from the Veterans Affairs Department report that there is a lack of staff members to properly record the arrival of new hearing aid shipments as well as the requests for new hearing aids.
The Denver Acquisition and Logistics Center (DALC) is the main processing center for these hearing aids, and the center has recently explained that 5 of its 21 staff positions were often vacant in the year 2012. Additionally, the DALC notes that the repair division has not had a full set of staff since February 2011. Investigators that inspected the Denver Acquisition and Logistics Center observed that there were 19,500 hearing aids that were unopened, broken or in need of repair.
Hearing Aids and the Hearing Loss Epidemic
In the year 2011 alone, 350,000 hearing aids were repaired and redistributed to war veterans through the Veterans Affairs Department. By 2012, the number had increased to 394,000. The demand for these hearing aids is extensive, as frequent injuries including tinnitus and hearing loss continue to plague active service members and veterans.
Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and Hearing Loss
In 2012, about 414,000 veterans involved in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan experienced some kind of hearing difficulty. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention stated that war veterans are nearly one-third more likely to have instances of hearing loss than non-veterans, and the chance of a soldier getting ear damage increases from 13 to 18 percent annually. Veterans that served after September 2001 are four times more likely than non-veterans to have significant hearing loss. Possible sources of hearing damage include the noise generated from bombs and airstrikes.
During 2012 the Veterans Affairs Department ordered approximately $221 million worth of new hearing aid components for veterans, and they also repaired roughly $16.5 million worth of hearing aid parts. The Veterans Health Administration is seeking to improve its efficiency by 2015 and has expanded its curriculum to include audiology as an academic discipline in 2016.
Improving Services for Hearing Aid Distribution and Hearing Aid Repairs
The Denver Distribution Center is sequestering more available staff and improving the maintenance of product information, including the tracking and monitoring data for each hearing aid. With these recent findings that explain the prolonged lack of hearing aid distribution, as well as increased efforts by the Veterans Health Administration and Denver Distribution Center, hearing-impaired veterans will be able to receive more reliable and extensive services for hearing aid distribution and repair.
by Aaron Rodriques, Updated in 2021


Health and disability providers face significant challenges to recruit and retain a suitably qualified and experienced workforce. In 2013 the WHO Global Health Observatory predicted that by 2035 the world will be short of 12.9 million health care workers. In 2013 that figure was 7.2 million.
Forecasting workforce demand is complex. HealthShare collaborates with other shared service agencies, District Health Boards, primary sector providers, and the Ministry of Health to support efforts to determine numbers.
support and implement workforce planning and development initiatives that are not included in the Midland Regional Services Plan, but that support improvement in the area of workforce planning and development..


text:
The Feedback API allows you improve search relevance by communicating certain events of importance, such as how a certain search led to a purchase. To aid in implementing it we've developed a standalone library. To use the library, all you have to do is drop in a script tag, and with some minimal configuration you should be all set to send feedback events.

Alongside [merlin.js](https://github.com/blackbirdtech/merlin.js), this [merlin-feedback](https://github.com/blackbirdtech/merlin-feedback) for the browser with just the feedback features that you can use even when you are powering your own search. This feedback helps us get past the cold start problem. Using `mf.js` will load the script asynchronously so your pageload times are not impacted. Without the `fetch` and `Promise` polyfills, the library weighs in at an easy-to-digest 5.2K.

## Quickstart

Using the feedback library with a [jQuery](https://jquery.com/) enabled site would be as easy as having this code block on every page:

```html
<script defer src="https://cdn.rawgit.com/blackbirdtech/merlin-feedback/57c834ea4e92b49556b3bec87c9f56e844ece7c1/dist/mf.js"></script>
<script defer>
  var $NUMFOUND = $('#product-count');
  var $PRODUCTS = $('.grid-item');
  var $ADD_TO_CART = $('#add-to-cart');
  var $FINISH_CHECKOUT = $('#finish-checkout');

  var QARGS = window.location.search  // '?keyword=dress&num=40'
    .slice(1)                         // 'keyword=dress&num=40'
    .split('&')                       // ['keyword=dress', 'num=40']
    .reduce(function (acc, kv) {      // {keyword: 'dress', num: '40'}
      var tuple = kv.split('=');
      acc[tuple[0]] = tuple[1];
      return acc;
    }, {});

  merlinFeedback(function() {
    var mf = merlinFeedback.init('blackbird', 'dev', 'whiskey', /search/);
    // .serp() will be a no-op unless the current URL matches the serp regex (the
    // 4th argument in the merlinFeedback call)
    mf.serp({
      q: QARGS.keyword,
      numfound: $NUMFOUND.val(),
      docids: $PRODUCTS.map(function(_, product) { return product.id })
    });
    $PRODUCT_SELECTOR.on('click', function (e) {
      mf.click({docids: [$(this).attr('data-id')]});
    });
    $ADD_TO_CART.on('click', function (e) {
      mf.cartAdd({docids: [$(this).attr('data-id')]});
    });
    $FINISH_CHECKOUT.on('click', function (e) {
      mf.purchase();
    });
  });
</script>
```

## Overview
While merlin-feedback was primarily created for use on server-driven (not single page apps) to aid in quickly implementing the Merlin Feedback API, it can be used in both traditional server-driven apps as well as single-page apps.

### For use in server-driven apps

We first instantiate an instance of a feedback engine by calling `merlinFeedback.init(company, environment, instance, serpRegex)`.

```js
var mf = merlinFeedback.init('blackbird', 'dev', 'whiskey', /search/);
```

### For use in single-page apps

To use merlin-feedback in a single-page app, namely one that uses history.pushState, instantiate the engine with `{useUrlChangeTracker: true}`. Note that you only need to do this for single-page apps.

```js
var mf = merlinFeedback.init('blackbird', 'dev', 'whiskey', /search/, {
  useUrlChangeTracker: true
});
```

This will wrap history.pushState (in-place) so that anytime it is called, the feedback engine will know to update its internal state when URL changes take place.

Alternatively, you can manually call `mf.handleUrlChanged(href)` anytime the URL changes to accomplish the same thing.

```js
mf.handleUrlChanged('http://blackbird.am/new-url');
```

Once we have done this, merlin-feedback can be used in one of two scenarios:

### Scenario #1: To collect feedback on a site that *is not* running Blackbird search

On websites that are currently powered by inhouse search, you must call the `.serp()` method with `docids`, `numfound`, and `q`, where `docids` is an array of all the IDs of documents returned for a given search (on that page), `numfound` is the total number of results returned, and `q` is the query for that search. It would look something like this:

```js
mf.serp({
  q: 'red dress',
  docids: [93854, 45930, 49598, 29384, 89222],
  numfound: 25
});
```

This notifies our backend that the search for 'red dress' led to 25 results, with 5 of them showing up on the first page.

### Scenario #2: To collect feedback on a site that *is* running Blackbird search

In cases where you are already using our search, all you need to provide to the `.serp()` call is the `qid` returned in the response body of the search request, JSON that looks like this:

```js
{
  q: "dress",
  num: 5,
  start: 0,
  results: {
    numfound: 25,
    hits: [],
    facets: {
      enums: { },
      histograms: { },
      ranges: { }
    }
  },
  qid: "XqIgw7LDcJuowpcS"
}
```

All you would have to do is simply make the `.serp()` call with the returned `qid`, or in this case, `"XqIgw7LDcJuowpcS"`:

```js
mf.serp({qid: 'XqIgw7LDcJuowpcS'});
```

## Setting up event handlers: click, cartAdd, and purchase

Once you've got the `.serp()` calls set up, the next thing to do is to wire up event listeners on any DOM elements to fire the appropriate events. merlin-feedback will know when to associate the event with a query if it is valid by determining whether the user came from a SERP. merlin-feedback uses `localStorage` to store this information. More on this in the API Reference below.

## Conditional Builds

merlin-feedback relies on [Promises](https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/JavaScript/Reference/Global_Objects/Promise) and the [Fetch API](https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/API/Fetch_API) being present in the browser. To optimize for the lowest page-load times, we provide `mf.js` which will automatically detect whether they are present and load polyfills for any missing features as necessary. The catch is that the script is asynchronous, so you must wrap your code as shown below:

```js
merlinFeedback(function (){
  var mf = merlinFeedback.init(...);
  // etc...
});
```

## API Reference

The API is the same as in merlin.js with some exceptions. Because we are not providing the search results, our engine needs a way of knowing which queries led to which results. For this, we expose an additional method, [`.serp()`](#merlinfeedbackprototypeserpoptions). We can use this method once a page has loaded.

### [`merlinFeedback.init(company, environment, instance, serpRegex, [options])`](#merlinfeedbackcompany-environment-instance-serpregex)

Gives you a reference to a MerlinFeedback instance which you can use to make subsequent feedback API calls.

> When calling either [`.click()`](#merlinfeedbackprototypeclickoptions), [`.cartAdd()`](#merlinfeedbackprototypecartaddoptions), or [`.purchase()`](#merlinfeedbackprototypepurchaseoptions), we use the qid stored in localStorage by default.

#### Arguments
1. `company` *(string)*: The company ID, typically the company name in all lowercase.
2. `environment` *(string)*: The level of the instance: 'dev', 'staging', or 'prod'.
3. `instance` *(string)*: The name of the instance.
4. `serpRegex` *(RegExp | Function)*: A regular expression or function that the current URL can be tested truthy for on SERPs.
5. [`options`] *(Object)*: Optional object that currently has 2 optional parameters: `useUrlChangeTracker` and `fallback`.
  * [`useUrlChangeTracker`] *(boolean)*: Whether to use the automatic url change tracker (for single-page apps) (optional).
  * [`fallback`] *(Object)*: An object with fallback `mode` and `url`. See [merlin.js Fallback](https://github.com/blackbirdtech/merlin.js#fallback).
    - `mode` *(string)*: Currently the only available mode is `'proxy'`, which additionally requires a `fallback.url` parameter to proxy to.
    - `url` *(string)*: Fallback requests will be made to a proxy server by appending the entire request URL to the proxy url.

#### Returns
*(MerlinFeedback)*: An object with [`.serp()`](#merlinfeedbackprototypeserpoptions), [`.click()`](#merlinfeedbackprototypeclickoptions), [`.cartAdd()`](#merlinfeedbackprototypecartaddoptions), and [`.purchase()`](#merlinfeedbackprototypepurchaseoptions) methods.

#### Example
```js
  var mf = merlinFeedback.init('blackbird', 'dev', 'my_instance', /search/);
```

## [`MerlinFeedback.prototype.serp(options)`](#merlinfeedbackprototypeserpoptions)
Generates and/or records a new query ID (qid), and records a serp event.

#### Arguments
1. `options` *(Object)*: [`.serp()`](#merlinfeedbackprototypeserpoptions) can be called one of two ways depending on whether search is being done by Blackbird. If it is, simply call the method with options taking the form `{qid}`. Otherwise, call it with the the query, number of documents returned, and the documents that are showing on the page with form `{q, numfound, docids}`.

#### Examples

When using Blackbird search:

```js
mf.serp({qid: 'CM1G4qZWbgVa7Nav'});
```

Otherwise, call it with {q, numfound, docids} as the `options`:

```js
mf.serp({
  q: 'dress',
  numfound: 2093,
  docids: [34893, 34894, 35023, ..., 35038]
});
```

## [`MerlinFeedback.prototype.click(options)`](#merlinfeedbackprototypeclickoptions)
Records a click event.

#### Arguments
1. `options` *(Object)*: Options for a `click` event must include `docids`, an array containing the ID of the item being clicked. By default, the library will grab `qid` from `localStorage`. However you can pass in your own `qid` as well.

#### Example
```js
mf.click({docids: [34894]});
```

## [`MerlinFeedback.prototype.cartAdd(options)`](#merlinfeedbackprototypecartaddoptions)
Records an add-to-cart event.

#### Arguments
1. `options` *(Object)*: Options for a `cartAdd` event must include `docids`, an array containing the ID of the item being clicked. By default, the library will grab `qid` from `localStorage` based on `document.referrer`. However you can pass in your own `qid` as well.

#### Example
```js
mf.cartAdd({docids: [34894]});
```

## [`MerlinFeedback.prototype.purchase([options])`](#merlinfeedbackprototypepurchaseoptions)

#### Arguments
[`options`] *(Object)*: You may optionally specify `options` to pass a `qid` and `docids`.

#### Example
```js
mf.purchase();
```

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaGithub


HomeBlogSpring is Around the Corner -Get Ready!
Spring is Around the Corner -Get Ready!
The weather is warming up, and it is time to take a peek at what this past winter's wrath has taken upon your establishment, whether it be your home or business. As always, JB Roofing Systems wants to help you where we can, if you can do it yourself – great! If not, give us a call! 1. Carefully inspect your house or shed roof for any loose, missing or damaged shingles, signs of leak damage, cracks in seals or flashing that may have been disturbed. 2. Scrape and repaint any peeling or bubbling paint on trim or woodwork around your front porch, mailbox post, shed or house. 3. Look at your steps and deck for cracks, loose or rotting boards, and nails that have popped up. 4. Clean and check your eavestroughs and make any needed repairs. 5. Walk around the perimeter of your house, and carefully check the foundation for intanct seals or for cracks. 6. Coat your driveway with driveway sealer – about every two years. 7. Is your cooling system in working order, give HVAC a call. 8. Clean and/or replace your furnace air filter, or house air filters. 9. Wash your windows inside and out and wash and install window screens and window coverings. 10. Check your gutters for leaf and dirt build-up – the spring rains are coming.


For almost as long as big business has been crusading for a lower rate of company tax, I've been puzzling over its motives. Why are these people fighting for something of little or no benefit to their domestic shareholders and likely to be quite unpopular?
The willingness with which our economic establishment has gone along with the calls for lower company taxes is one of the great mysteries of the year. . Now the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development has signed up as an urger in its latest report on Australia.
But as David Richardson demonstrated on Saturday in his technical brief for the Australia Institute, claims that a lower rate of company tax would lead to more investment, faster economic growth and higher employment are surprisingly weak when you bother to examine them.
The puzzle doesn't end there, however. If lower company tax was of benefit to shareholders, it wouldn't be surprising to see big business arguing for it, even if it was of little or no benefit to the wider economy. But even this motivation doesn't hold.
The push for lower company tax is enthusiastically pursued in the United States, and this wouldn't be the first reform push we'd imported holus-bolus from there. Just one small problem: we have a full dividend imputation system that the Yanks don't have.
It wouldn't be all that surprising if many economists - and many punters - weren't quite on top of how dividend imputation affects the push for a lower company tax rate. It would be amazing, however, if our chief executives didn't understand it. You'd also expect a lot of investment professionals - fund managers, their myriad consultants, stockbrokers - to know the score.
The point is simply stated: when the rate of company tax is 30 per cent, the recipients of fully franked dividends are entitled to a refundable tax credit worth 30 per cent of the grossed-up value of the dividend.
So if your marginal tax rate is 46.5 per cent, the extra income tax you have to pay on your grossed-up dividend falls to a net 16.5 per cent. In this way the double taxation of dividends is eliminated.
Now let's say the big business lobby succeeds in persuading the government to cut the company tax rate to 25 per cent. With an unchanged dividend, the refundable tax credit falls to 25 per cent and the remaining tax to be paid rises to 21.5 per cent.
Only if companies were to respond to the lower company tax rate by increasing their dividend payouts sufficiently, would domestic shareholders not see themselves as having been made worse off.
The introduction of dividend imputation led to a reduction in listed companies' efforts to minimise their company tax because Australian investors much prefer to hold the shares of companies paying enough tax to allow them to fully frank their dividends. Companies unable to deliver fully franked dividends can expect their share price to be marked down accordingly.
When you remember the way our chief executives bang on endlessly about shareholder value being their sole and sacred objective, you can only wonder why they pursue a cut in the company tax rate so fervently.
They're always distributing league tables showing our 30 per cent company tax rate as the equal seventh-highest among the 34 countries in the OECD. They never point to tables showing the combined effect of the company tax rate and the top personal tax rate. If they looked at it from this domestic shareholders' perspective, we'd fall to being just the 15th highest, with the US and Britain well above us.
For a long time I wondered whether the Business Council - many of whose members are largely foreign-owned - was championing the interests of foreign shareholders rather than locals.
It's true many foreign shareholders in Australian companies would benefit from a lower company tax rate because they're not eligible for imputation credits. One of the main reasons for the continued existence of company tax is to ensure the foreign owners of Australian businesses pay their fair share of Australian tax.
But not even all foreign shareholders would benefit from lower company tax. Americans (who account for more than a quarter of the stock of foreign investment in Australia) would gain nothing because the company tax rate they pay when they bring dividends home is already higher than our 30 per cent (for which they get a deduction). They wouldn't gain, but our Treasury would lose.
A lower rate of company tax would make companies' after-tax profits bigger, thus making their chief executives look more successful and probably leading to an increase in their remuneration.
It would also allow companies to retain and reinvest more after-tax earnings. This would make their companies bigger - which would probably also justify bosses being paid higher remuneration.
We already know chief executives play such self-seeking games because of all the mergers and takeovers, which rarely leave shareholders better off, but invariably leave the instigating chief executive more highly paid.


Years before the French Revolution, when the Beast first let the mask completely fall, trying to wipe out christianity, burning churches, priests, nuns and the faithful, with Napoleon in the anntichrist role, the satanists used the fairy tale format to begin rewriting their own name.
250 years later they use their Wikipedia to officially complete that process, telling us that "A beast is an animal, especially a four-legged mammal."
(1) Accoding to Illuminati History the first published version of the fairy tale was a rendition by Madame Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve, published in La jeune américaine, et les contes marins in 1740.


In our previous post, Aim to Influence on Social Media, we explored what you can do with your social media community. In this post we take a look at leveraging your partners to promote your social media efforts.
Partnering is even more important and effective online than it is offline. By choosing the right strategic partners, you can leverage others' traffic and followers and attract them to your community. You can also increase your prestige by associating with the right online leaders, creating a halo effect by borrowing their influence.
Social media is a good way to find new partners and create partnerships. In his 2012 Social Media Marketing Industry Report, Michael A. Stelzner reported that 56 percent of those who invested 6 to 10 hours per week over a few months with social media marketing found new partnerships.
The benefits of having online partners can be great. You can multiply your efforts and mutually enhance each other's success. You can offer a more compelling value to your community. You can benefit by associating with a partner, sharing in each other's prestige and reputation. Perhaps more importantly, by partnering with a larger or more established online business, you can reinforce your own legitimacy and community standing.
Plug your primary keywords into Google. Who comes up on the first page? Assuming it's not you, note the organizations and make a list of their names. Explore their Websites to determine how they might fit as a partner. Assign a 1 to 100 score based on their likelihood and desirability. Do the same for your long tail keywords. Then prioritize your list and use the top words in your content and to search for partners. Prioritize the resulting partner list and use it to make contacts.
While doing your Google research, also take note of any AdWords ads you see. AdWords are those text ads that appear to the right of search results on Google. There may also be some sponsored results at the top. Evaluate the organizations behind these ads and adjust their scores.
Using your lists, search for blogs and forums that deal with your product category. You can use Google Blog Search or the various tools we've previously discussed. From the number of comments, tweets, or other measures of influence, create a list of influential bloggers and forums.
Find out what people are saying about the organizations on your partner prospect list. If your prospects are participating, even better. You can start to engage with them on these sites. Research your prospects by finding out what social media sites they frequent.
Using this process, you've created a partner prospect list and been able to prioritize it. Now you can start to engage with these partners online, and draw them into a relationship. Start by commenting on their blogs or other posts and gradually introduce yourself that way.
This entry was posted in Enterprise Social Media, SEO, Social Advertising, Social Computing, Social Media and tagged beginner, enterprise, enterprise social media, social computing, social media, social networking. Bookmark the permalink.