Young children love to get attention and approval from their parents. If you're on a playground, observe how many kids yell, "Watch me go down the slide, Mommy!" And then they wait for the positive look or exclamation from her once they get to the bottom.
A small example, but significant.
Unless you had an unusual upbringing, you probably sought approval from the important adults in your life, too, including parents, grandparents, teachers, and coaches. It's a universal need, and it serves an important purpose. You learn to abide by rules, "play nice" with others, and get along in school and society.
But there's a downside to that dynamic as children grow into teens and then become adults. If you take the need for acceptance too far, you can sacrifice your own needs and rights. Lacking a strong sense of your own worth, you'll look to others to validate that you're worthy. You won't have confidence in your own opinion of yourself or your actions, so you wait for others to express their approval.
While the payoff may be getting the approval you seek, the good feeling you experience is temporary and never fully satisfying. That's because you don't fully accept yourself.
Before you agree to do something, ask yourself, "Why am I doing this?" This requires a willingness to get to the heart of your motivation. If it's something you really want to do or it's part of your job, then of course you'll want to take it on. But if your honest answer is that your primary motivation is to get someone else's approval, then reconsider.
As one of my marketing mentors, Dan Kennedy recommends, learn to give yourself your own gold stars. Don't wait for someone else to give them to you. Recognize when you've done something well, and give yourself credit for it. Don't minimize or discount your actions.
Your confidence and belief in yourself will grow dramatically as you learn to give yourself the positive strokes that you've relied on others for in the past.
I really liked your treatment of this important topic. It isn't that easy to be an authentic human being. As you point, there are so many pressures to conform. The path of being true to yourself as you construct yourself can be difficult. What if people we care about are "displeased!" This is great encouragement.
This reminds me of the story about a man, a boy and a donkey.
Meredith, you are so on target! I constantly have to remind myself not to "over-give" so I have enough energy left over for myself. I think it's safe to say that many people have a hard time in finding balance between being self-less vs. self-ish. It's hard to learn how to say no, but once you're in the swing of it, life becomes a LOT easier! You've got to make time for you in life and in business!
Denny and Lynn, Thank you for your additional insights about this important topic. It's a real challenge because as someone pointed out to me via Twitter, we're so conditioned to please others that it can be hard to break out of that pattern - we don't even realize what we're doing can have an adverse impact on US.
Great post Meredith, and the words of encouragement really hit the spot. I also agree with Lynn, in that it can be hard to say no, but is worth it in the long run - leading to more self-respect and greater self-worth. Saying no can feel very uncomfortable, but if you treat it like any other action which we take to move out of our comfort zone to grow, it will be very rewarding too.
In my voluntary role, I regularly meet people who are seeking approval from others. They have not been shown how to find their significance outside of their own actions. I fully agree with everything you have said. There will always be a need of self-acceptance, as well as just "being". This is difficult to achieve independantly, so an individual will need the help of others to help them stand " on their own two feet" in this area.
This is so complicated and to work through this issue may take a considerable length of time. For some, they have been practicing this for years. It will be a continual process to move away from this internalised need, but there is hope. I have seen many people move on from this. What I would say to people is "keep going" and don't be afraid to ask for help.
Kate, thank you for sharing your experience in working with others on this important topic. You are absolutely right that it can take years for these changes to occur.
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Meredith, That's one of the hardest lessons to learn. I like your suggestion - ask yourself, "Why am I doing this?". Sound like a great idea.
Some of my favourite people used to be people pleasers, so we can all overcome it.
This is true... i have realize that when i try to please people instead reaching my own satisfaction i get very disappointed.
This is a good article that reminds me the importance of identity, the importance to knowing my self and examining the motivations that move me to act.


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package org.greencheek.processio.service.persistence.jmx;

import org.greencheek.processio.domain.CurrentProcessIO;
import org.greencheek.processio.domain.jmx.ProcessIOUsageHolder;
import org.greencheek.processio.service.usage.ProcessIOUsage;
import org.greencheek.processio.service.persistence.ProcessIOUsagePersistence;
import org.slf4j.Logger;
import org.slf4j.LoggerFactory;

import javax.management.*;
import java.lang.management.ManagementFactory;

/**
 * Persists a {@link ProcessIOUsageHolder} object in the JMXServer.  This holder object holds onto a {@link org.greencheek.processio.domain.ProcessIO}
 * object that stores the current and previous io read and written by the process.  The  {@link ProcessIOUsageHolder} object
 * is a JMX MXBean
 * <p>
 * User: dominictootell
 * Date: 22/04/2012
 * Time: 16:38
 * </p>
 */
public class ProcessIOUsagePersistenceViaJmx implements ProcessIOUsagePersistence {

    private static final Logger log = LoggerFactory.getLogger(ProcessIOUsagePersistenceViaJmx.class);

    private final ProcessIOUsageHolder ioUsageHolder;

    public static final String DEFAULT_JMX_DOMAIN_NAME="org.greencheek";
    public static final String DEFAULT_JMX_BEAN_NAME="processiousage";
    public static final String DEFAULT_COMPOSED_JMX_BEAN_NAME = DEFAULT_JMX_DOMAIN_NAME + ":type=" + DEFAULT_JMX_BEAN_NAME;
    public static final ObjectName DEFAULT_JMX_OBJECT_NAME;
    static {
        ObjectName o = null;
        try {
            o = new ObjectName(DEFAULT_JMX_DOMAIN_NAME + ":type=" + DEFAULT_JMX_BEAN_NAME);
        } catch(MalformedObjectNameException e) {
            // won't happen.  The default is safe.
        }
        DEFAULT_JMX_OBJECT_NAME = o;
    }

    private static final MBeanServer server = ManagementFactory.getPlatformMBeanServer();
    private final String beanObjectNameStringRepresentation;
    private final boolean registeredInJmx;
    private final ObjectName jmxRegisteredObjectName;

    /**
     * Persist/Register the given ProcessIOUsage object with the jvm's MBeanServer
     *
     * @param ioUsage The {@link ProcessIOUsageHolder} object to persist in the Jvm MBean Server
     */
    public ProcessIOUsagePersistenceViaJmx(ProcessIOUsage ioUsage) {
        this(ioUsage,DEFAULT_JMX_OBJECT_NAME,DEFAULT_COMPOSED_JMX_BEAN_NAME);
    }

    /**
     * Persist/Register the given ProcessIOUsage object with the jvm's MBeanServer
     *
     * @param ioUsage  The io object to persist
     * @param jmxObjectName the jmx name to persist the ProcessIOUsage object under
     * @param beanObjectName the jmx domain under which to register the  {@link ProcessIOUsageHolder} object
     */
    public ProcessIOUsagePersistenceViaJmx(ProcessIOUsage ioUsage, ObjectName jmxObjectName,
                                           String beanObjectName) {

        ioUsageHolder = new ProcessIOUsageHolder(ioUsage);

        if (jmxObjectName == null) {
            log.error("Using Default ObjectName to register bean, the given object name ({}) could not be used. Registering under {}", beanObjectName, DEFAULT_COMPOSED_JMX_BEAN_NAME);
            jmxObjectName = DEFAULT_JMX_OBJECT_NAME;
            beanObjectNameStringRepresentation = DEFAULT_COMPOSED_JMX_BEAN_NAME;
        } else {
            this.beanObjectNameStringRepresentation = beanObjectName;
        }

        boolean registered = false;
        try {
            server.registerMBean(ioUsageHolder, jmxObjectName);
            registered = true;
        } catch (NullPointerException e) {
            log.warn("Unable to register with jmx, invalid bean name:{}", beanObjectName, e);

        } catch (InstanceAlreadyExistsException e) {
            log.warn("Unable to register with jmx, bean already exists:{}", beanObjectName, e);
        } catch (MBeanRegistrationException e) {
            log.warn("Unable to register with jmx, exception during registration:{}", beanObjectName, e);
        } catch (NotCompliantMBeanException e) {
            log.warn("Unable to register with jmx, bean is not compatible:{}", beanObjectName, e);
        } finally {
            registeredInJmx = registered;
            jmxRegisteredObjectName = jmxObjectName;
        }

    }

    public ProcessIOUsagePersistenceViaJmx(ProcessIOUsage ioUsage,
                                           String jmxDomainName, String beanName) {

        this(ioUsage,createObjectName(jmxDomainName,beanName),jmxDomainName+":type="+beanName);

    }

    private static ObjectName createObjectName(String jmxDomainName,String beanName) {
        String beanObjectName = jmxDomainName+":type="+beanName;

        ObjectName objName = null;
        try {
            objName = new ObjectName(beanObjectName);
        } catch (MalformedObjectNameException e) {
            log.warn("Unable to register with jmx, invalid bean name:{}", beanObjectName, e);
        }

        return objName;
    }

    public boolean isRegisteredInJmx() {
        return registeredInJmx;
    }

    @Override
    public void init() {

    }

    /**
     * If the bean was registered in the constructor, then an attempt will be made to remove the bean from
     * the jmx server on shutdown
     */
    @Override
    public void destroy() {
        if(isRegisteredInJmx()) {
            try {
                server.unregisterMBean(getBeanObjectName());
            } catch (MBeanRegistrationException e) {
                log.warn("Unable to unregister object with jmx:{}", beanObjectNameStringRepresentation, e);
            } catch (InstanceNotFoundException e) {
                log.warn("Unable to unregister object with jmx, object not registered:{}", beanObjectNameStringRepresentation, e);
            }
        }
    }

    @Override
    public void persist(CurrentProcessIO io) {
        ioUsageHolder.setProcessIO(io);
    }

    public ObjectName getBeanObjectName() {
        return jmxRegisteredObjectName;
    }
}

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Q: Capture Ratio Calculation (KeyError: 'Date'), Python I am trying to create a python function which would allow me to pass on SP500 tickers and calculate their upside capture ratio over time. However, I get thos keyError 'Date' and Cannot figure out why, I even tried to write the whole function from the beginning, step by step. When I run the funtion with couple tickers, it runs just fine. Yet it starts to give me the error once I try to run with many tickers. I am new here, and new to programming. I appreciate your help and time!
table = pd.read_html('https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_S%26P_500_companies')
tickers = table[0]['Symbol'].values

start_date= '2020-12-31'
end_date = dt.datetime.now()
benchmark = 'SPY'

def upside_capture_ratio(tickers,start='start date', end='end_date',benchmark='SPY'):
    """
    Takes a list of tickers and returns the upside capture ratio overtime

"""
upside_results=[]

for ticker in tickers:

    #Pulling benchmark data from yahoo finance as well as positive returns and corresponding periods
    benchmark_daily_prices= pdr.DataReader(benchmark, 'yahoo', start_date, end_date)
    benchmark_daily_returns = benchmark_daily_prices.pct_change().dropna()
    up_benchmark_periods = benchmark_daily_returns[benchmark_daily_returns['Adj Close']>0].reset_index()['Date']
    positive_benchmark_returns = benchmark_daily_returns.loc[up_benchmark_periods][['Adj Close']].rename(columns={'Adj Close':'Returns'})

    #Pulling ticker information from yahoo finance as well as positive returns and corresponding positive benchmark periods

    ticker_prices_daily = pdr.DataReader(ticker, 'yahoo', start_date, end_date)
    ticker_daily_returns = ticker_prices_daily.pct_change().dropna()
    ticker_returns_when_benchmark_up = ticker_daily_returns.loc[up_benchmark_periods][['Adj Close']].rename(columns={'Adj Close':'Returns'})

    compounded_benchmark_positive_returns = (positive_benchmark_returns+1).cumprod()
    compounded_ticker_positive_returns = (ticker_returns_when_benchmark_up+1).cumprod()

    upside_capture_ratio = (compounded_ticker_positive_returns)/(compounded_benchmark_positive_returns)
    upside_capture_ratio.rename(columns={'Returns':f'Upside_Capture_Overtime for {ticker}'}, inplace=True)

    upside_results.append(upside_capture_ratio)

return pd.concat(upside_results, axis=1)`

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KeyError                                  Traceback (most recent call last)
~\Anaconda3\lib\site-packages\pandas\core\indexes\base.py in get_loc(self, key, method, tolerance)
   3079             try:
-> 3080                 return self._engine.get_loc(casted_key)
   3081             except KeyError as err:

pandas\_libs\index.pyx in pandas._libs.index.IndexEngine.get_loc()

pandas\_libs\index.pyx in pandas._libs.index.IndexEngine.get_loc()

pandas\_libs\hashtable_class_helper.pxi in pandas._libs.hashtable.PyObjectHashTable.get_item()

pandas\_libs\hashtable_class_helper.pxi in pandas._libs.hashtable.PyObjectHashTable.get_item()

KeyError: 'Date'

The above exception was the direct cause of the following exception:

KeyError                                  Traceback (most recent call last)
<ipython-input-37-251dcb7c65dd> in <module>
----> 1 upside_capture_ratio(tickers=tickers,start=start_date, end=end_date, benchmark='SPY')

<ipython-input-35-b9f22bff5751> in upside_capture_ratio(tickers, start, end, benchmark)
     24         #Pulling ticker information from yahoo finance as well as positive returns and corresponding positive benchmark periods
     25
---> 26         ticker_prices_daily = pdr.DataReader(ticker, 'yahoo', start_date, end_date)
     27         ticker_daily_returns = ticker_prices_daily.pct_change().dropna()
     28         ticker_returns_when_benchmark_up = ticker_daily_returns.loc[up_benchmark_periods][['Adj Close']].rename(columns={'Adj Close':'Returns'})

    > ~\Anaconda3\lib\site-packages\pandas\util\_decorators.py in
    > wrapper(*args, **kwargs)
    >     197                 else:
    >     198                     kwargs[new_arg_name] = new_arg_value
    > --> 199             return func(*args, **kwargs)
    >     200
    >     201         return cast(F, wrapper)
    >
    > ~\Anaconda3\lib\site-packages\pandas_datareader\data.py in
    > DataReader(name, data_source, start, end, retry_count, pause, session,
    > api_key)
    >     368
    >     369     if data_source == "yahoo":
    > --> 370         return YahooDailyReader(
    >     371             symbols=name,
    >     372             start=start,
    >
    > ~\Anaconda3\lib\site-packages\pandas_datareader\base.py in read(self)
    >     251         # If a single symbol, (e.g., 'GOOG')
    >     252         if isinstance(self.symbols, (string_types, int)):
    > --> 253             df = self._read_one_data(self.url, params=self._get_params(self.symbols))
    >     254         # Or multiple symbols, (e.g., ['GOOG', 'AAPL', 'MSFT'])
    >     255         elif isinstance(self.symbols, DataFrame):
    >
    > ~\Anaconda3\lib\site-packages\pandas_datareader\yahoo\daily.py in
    > _read_one_data(self, url, params)
    >     159         prices = DataFrame(data["prices"])
    >     160         prices.columns = [col.capitalize() for col in prices.columns]
    > --> 161         prices["Date"] = to_datetime(to_datetime(prices["Date"], unit="s").dt.date)
    >     162
    >     163         if "Data" in prices.columns:
    >
    > ~\Anaconda3\lib\site-packages\pandas\core\frame.py in
    > __getitem__(self, key)    3022             if self.columns.nlevels > 1:    3023                 return self._getitem_multilevel(key)
    > -> 3024             indexer = self.columns.get_loc(key)    3025             if is_integer(indexer):    3026                 indexer = [indexer]
    >
    > ~\Anaconda3\lib\site-packages\pandas\core\indexes\base.py in
    > get_loc(self, key, method, tolerance)    3080                 return
    > self._engine.get_loc(casted_key)    3081             except KeyError
    > as err:
    > -> 3082                 raise KeyError(key) from err    3083     3084         if tolerance is not None:
    >
    > KeyError: 'Date'

A: The error occurs on the ticker BRK.B. If you look at finance.yahoo, the ticker is BF-B. I tried to check in a loop whether there are still such tickers with a dot. There were two in total: BRK.B, BF.B.
BF-B
BRK-B
for ticker in tickers:
    if ticker.find(".")!=-1:
        print(ticker)

Converted these tickers by replacing the dot with a dash.
tickers = np.array([i.replace('.', '-') for i in tickers])

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package com.mkyong.common.view;

import java.util.ArrayList;
import java.util.Map;

import javax.servlet.http.HttpServletRequest;
import javax.servlet.http.HttpServletResponse;
import javax.servlet.http.HttpSession;

import org.apache.poi.hssf.usermodel.HSSFCell;
import org.apache.poi.hssf.usermodel.HSSFRow;
import org.apache.poi.hssf.usermodel.HSSFSheet;
import org.apache.poi.hssf.usermodel.HSSFWorkbook;
import org.springframework.web.servlet.view.document.AbstractExcelView;

import com.mod.company.controller.MySQLAccessCompany;
import com.model.Company;
import com.vo.VOCompListCondition;

public class ExcelRevenueReportView extends AbstractExcelView {

	@Override
	protected void buildExcelDocument(Map model, HSSFWorkbook workbook, HttpServletRequest request,
			HttpServletResponse response) throws Exception {

		// Map<String,String> revenueData = (Map<String,String>) model.get("revenueData");

		// create a wordsheet
		HSSFSheet sheet = workbook.createSheet("企业一览表");

		HSSFRow header = sheet.createRow(0);
		header.createCell((short) 0).setCellValue("企业名称");
		header.createCell((short) 1).setCellValue("项目内容");
		header.createCell((short) 2).setCellValue("注册资本(万元)");
		header.createCell((short) 3).setCellValue("员工人数(人)");
		header.createCell((short) 4).setCellValue("注册日期");
		header.createCell((short) 5).setCellValue("办公面积(平方米)");
		header.createCell((short) 6).setCellValue("企业状态");
		header.createCell((short) 7).setCellValue("负责人");
		header.createCell((short) 8).setCellValue("电话");

		header = sheet.createRow((short) 1);
	    HSSFCell cell = header.createCell((short) 1);
//	    cell.setCellValue("This is a test of merging");
//		sheet.addMergedRegion(new Region(0,(short)2,1,(short)1));//指定合并区域

		ArrayList ar = new ArrayList();
		HttpSession session = request.getSession(false);
		VOCompListCondition compListCondition = (VOCompListCondition) session.getAttribute("compListCondition");
		if (compListCondition == null) {
			compListCondition = new VOCompListCondition();
		}
		MySQLAccessCompany o = new MySQLAccessCompany();
		try {
			ar = o.readCompList(compListCondition);
		} catch (Exception e) {
			e.printStackTrace();
		}

		int rowNum = 1;
		for (int i = 0; i < ar.size(); i++) {
			Company comp = (Company) ar.get(i);
			HSSFRow row = sheet.createRow(rowNum++);
			row.createCell((short) 0).setCellValue(comp.compName);
			row.createCell((short) 1).setCellValue(comp.prod);
			row.createCell((short) 2).setCellValue(comp.registerCaptial);

			row.createCell((short) 3).setCellValue(comp.totalEmployees);
			row.createCell((short) 4).setCellValue(comp.registerDate);
			row.createCell((short) 5).setCellValue(comp.roomArea);
			row.createCell((short) 6).setCellValue(comp.compStatus);
			row.createCell((short) 7).setCellValue(comp.boss);
			row.createCell((short) 8).setCellValue(comp.phone);

		}

		// int rowNum = 1;
		// for (Map.Entry<String, String> entry : revenueData.entrySet()) {
		// //create the row data
		// HSSFRow row = sheet.createRow(rowNum++);
		// row.createCell((short) 0).setCellValue(entry.getKey());
		// row.createCell((short) 1).setCellValue(entry.getValue());
		//
		// }
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Young athletes will be hopping in Colwood
Locals jump rope their way into the provincials at Royal Bay
Arnold Lim
Some Royal Bay secondary students will soon have a little more jump in their step.
The Jump Rope Provincial Championships are coming to the West Shore for the first time, with the school welcoming more than 100 athletes for the event this week, including 22 from Greater Victoria.
"The second I walked into the (Royal Bay) gym, I dreamed of holding the provincials there, because it is so beautiful," said Kim Stewart, a board member with the Victoria-based Island Hoppers Precision Jump Rope Team. "I bragged sickeningly about the new school and I'm excited to see what an amazing school and area we have out here."
Athletes from Penticton, Abbotsford and Nelson are among the six teams making trips from across British Columbia for the competition, which sees opening ceremonies Friday (April 22) and jumping events Saturday and Sunday.
Featured individual and team events include freestyle, double dutch and a variety of speed and power competitions that will pit the province's best jump ropers against each other. It's a sport that involves some of the best young athletes Stewart said she's ever seen.
"For their easiest event at 30 seconds, they are jumping anywhere in 70's and 80's, and that is only counting every time one foot hits the floor," she explained.
"The athleticism involved in jumping rope and the strength these girls have blows me away. They are strong in mind and in their bodies and you see it on the floor."
Stewart's daughter Paige, a 15-year-old Royal Bay student, is performing in her fifth provincials, a competition she still finds herself impressed with no matter how many times she participates.
"(It's) a bit nerve-wracking because some of my friends are coming to see me," she said of competing in her hometown and school gym.
"(But) I am feeling pretty good (and) I'm really excited for it. I like seeing all the different routines and it's always such a positive environment."
Opening ceremonies get underway at 6 p.m. Friday, with competition happening from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 23 and 24. Admission is free.
alim@goldstreamgazette.com
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Q: Python Pass List into Form and Retrieve as List What is the best way to pass List via form in python (cgi).
ListStr = ['State1', 'State2', 'State3']
TrVListStr = '##'.join(ListStr)

print """
   <form method="post">
   <input type=hidden name="state_carry" value="""+TrVListStr+""">

   <input type="submit" value="Submit" />
   </form>
"""

After submission I should have list as it was before submission.
I can do split (based on ## rule) form['state_carry].value again to fetch that. but I think it is not good way.
Is there any way to pass Python List via form and retrieve them later.
Thanks.

A: You could use the python cgi module. The documentation specifically covers the case where you have multiple values for a certain field name.
The basic idea is that you can have multiple fields in your html form with the same name, and the value for each field is one of the values from the list. You can then use the getlist() method to retrieve all the values as a list. For example:
print "<form method=\"post\">"

for s in ListStr:
    print "<input type=hidden name=\"state_carry\" value=\"" + s + "\">
"

print "<input type=\"submit\" value=\"Submit\" />"
print "</form>"

Then in your CGI script you'll have something like:
MyList = form.getlist("state_carry")

A: In python I would do.
###In the form page.
import cgi

#Convert list of values to string before passing them to action page.
ListStr=','.join(['State1', 'State2', 'State3'])

print "<input type=hidden name=\"state_carry\" value=\""+ListStr+"\">
"

###In the action page
import cgi

#Return the string passed in the user interaction page and transform it back to a list.
ListStr=cgi.FieldStorage().getvalue('state_carry').split(',')


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Now that you know what a fresh 48 session is and you are ready to book, you may be wondering, what can I expect? This is an intimate time in your life. You just had a baby, you're exhausted! I know, I get it. In fact, you have been exhausted for the past nine months and you just ran a marathon, you are really really tired. I've been there I have done it twice (soon to be three times). You may be thinking, what can I expect by inviting a photographer into my room when all I want to do is cuddle my newborn and sleep, well lets throw in drink a vent coffee and eat some sushi too.
Ok so here it is. What can you expect?
Remember how I mentioned up there in the first paragraph that all you want to do is cuddle your newborn? Well, i'm going to capture that. I'm going to take photos of you loving on your baby. Smelling your baby's hair, kissing baby's head, just staring at that beautiful face you brought into the world. I'll ask you to snuggle your baby, get in close, hold your baby's hand so we can show off those tiny fingers, get their toes. All sorts of little details.
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The thing is, your newborn will change within a matter of days. You will never get these days in the hospital back. I will capture those details for you so you will never forget them.
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The idea is to die young as late as possible. — Ashley Montagu — Thursday May 30th — 9:05 (CEST) —
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Based in the city that, supposedly, never sleeps Narratively wanted to slow down the news cycle instead of following (or rather be sucked in) the dominant maelstrom of stories. The project launched in September 2012 by publisher and editor-in-chief, Noah Rosenberg, and managing editor, Brendan Spiegel, is another of those projects adding more and more significance to crowd funding platform Kickstarter. From February 2013 the platform even saw the possibility to broaden their horizon beyond New York City and started sharing stories from places all over the world, offering the platform to an ever-growing audience. The beginning of this month, less then a year after the launch, the platform was named as part of TIME's 50 Best Websites of 2013.
Each week, Narratively explores a different theme in which a series of stories is published in the best form they see fit.
Every story gets the space and time it needs to have an impact, an approach conveniently called slow storytelling or slow journalism.
The online platform has as its main objective to place a premium on engaging the reader. Throughout the week, the people behind to platform solicit and curate thoughtful feedback and content. And they even see it possible to organize events featuring Q&A's, film screenings, discussions and live storytelling. Not only do they care what the reader thinks, within the curation of the presented themes the platform has managed to stand out as well.
Examples of fascinating themes covered by Narratively are for instance "The Past is Present" which featured a highly interesting story on the massive antique eyeglasses collecting of Ruth Pollack which she kept in her Upper East-Side two-bedroom apartment. Daniel Krieger, who wrote the article, and his photographer Elizabeth D. Herman were the last one's to see the collection in the apartment as Pollack is moving to Virginia, after living on East 75th for more than half a century. A wonderful personal story on collecting and living in the city, which really spoke to us.
Another theme we highly appreciated was "Hidden History". It featured an interesting story on forgotten foods of New York City. In the ongoing project Anne Noyes Saini searches for longtime New Yorkers recalling family cooking traditions, foods from home that were lost to immigration, and New York City's bygone era of milkmen, wandering produce sellers, automats, and soda fountains. The theme also featured the great story of a horrific train wreck in 1918 which wiped a Brooklyn street off the map and changed the New York City's subway system forever written by James Folta.
We urge everyone who enjoys great (untold) stories to keep an eye out for the wonderfully curated Narratively and it's fascinating stories!
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A guide to the most common red grapes in Argentina
Posted by By Vinómanos 7 June, 2021
Argentina is red wine country: red grapes account for 54.3% of vineyards, the country's most famous wines are reds and the most popular grape variety, Malbec, is, of course, red.
But beyond the well-trodden world of Malbec, what other varieties are grown and where? What are the most common red grapes in Argentina?
Part of a more general guide to the vineyards of Argentina – using statistics from the National Institute of Viticulture – here's everything you need to know about red grapes.
A rundown of the most common red grapes in Argentina
MALBEC 45,657 ha; 39.2% of all reds
Malbec is by far the most common red grapes in Argentina, although its rise only began in the 1990s when it spanned just a quarter of its current surface under vine. It's found all around the country, from Jujuy to the deep south of Patagonia but is concentrated in Mendoza, where 85% of the country's Malbec vines are planted.
Side note: 15.7 thousand hectares have been planted in the Uco Valley in the last 40 years in areas where the moderate to cool climates have reinvented the grape's flavour profile. The valley now produces a third of all Malbec.
BONARDA 18,153 ha; 15.59%
Also known as Charbono and Corbeau Noir, this grape was mistaken for other varieties in Argentina until 2009 when its true identity was revealed following DNA analysis.
Originally from Savoy, in Argentina Bonarda tends to be planted in the warmer, more productive areas where it produces simple, fruity, medium-bodied wines. 83.5% is grown in Mendoza, with San Juan accounting for 12.3%.
Only 1680 hectares (9%) are grown in moderate to cool regions meaning only one in ten bottles are offer an alternative, fresher style.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON 14,129 ha; 12.13%
The third of the most common red grapes in Argentina is the most extensively planted variety in the world. Originally from Bordeaux, in Argentina it is mostly found in Mendoza, which accounts for 76% of Cabernet Sauvignon under vine, followed by San Juan with 9.9%, La Rioja with 5.4%, Salta with 3.25%, Catamarca with 2.2% and Patagonia with 2.6%, mostly in Neuquén (1.9%).
The geographic range along with the fact that almost all Cabernet is planted in moderate to warm regions that suit its long ripening cycle define the range of flavours produced by the variety.
The most distinctive Cabernet Sauvignons come from the north where roasted red pepper notes are joined by intense spicy aromas not found anywhere else in the world.
SYRAH (SHIRAZ-SIRAH) 11,797 ha; 10.13%
Although DNA analysis shows that Syrah is a French variety, it was named after an ancient Persian city.
Originally from the Rhone Valley, Syrah – and its Australian variation Shiraz – adapts well to hot climates so it is mostly planted in warmer regions: the departments of San Martín, Lavalle, San Rafael and Rivadavia in Mendoza alongside 25 de Mayo, Sarmiento and Caucete in San Juan account for almost 60% of Syrah under vine in the country.
This means that most Argentine Syrahs offer a nose of dark fruit, are full bodied and low in acidity. However, a minority (8%), less than one bottle in ten, comes from cooler areas making them pleasant oddities with greater freshness and fleshier notes.
TEMPRANILLO 5430 ha; 4.66%
The grape that made Rioja famous comes in at number 5 of the most common red grapes in Argentina.
In contrast to other varieties, 95.3% is planted in Mendoza, two thirds of which are grown in hot regions where the grape responds well to the climate. But it's the other third that's really interesting: located in the Uco Valley, especially San Carlos (660 ha) it develops more tannins and structure to make for long-lasting wines that grow velvety when barrel aged.
Two thousand hectares of these vines were planted over 40 years ago, while another 2.6 thousand are older than 10, meaning that the vast majority of Argentine Tempranillo comes from old vines. However, it can be quite hard to get your hands on.
Vineyards at Las Compuertas, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza.
MERLOT 5062 ha; 4.36%
The queen of Pomerol and Saint-Émilion finds the terroirs of Argentina a little exotic but welcoming nonetheless. Far from the clay soils of Bordeaux, Merlot is planted throughout Argentina, in very different, sometimes extreme locations.
A third of Merlot vines are located in moderate to cool areas in Mendoza, another is scattered around warmer areas in the same province, while the final third is located in other provinces, especially Patagonia where the clay-based soils in the valleys of the Neuquén and Negro rivers offer optimal conditions for the 411 hectares that have grown there for more than 20 years.
ASPIRANT BOUSCHET 4700 ha; 4.04%
Known as a 'dye' grape due to its ability to enhance the colour of blends, Aspirant Bouschet – a cross between Gros Bouschet and Aspirant Noir bred by Henri Bouschet in 1865 – is a French variety grown almost exclusively in the warmer areas of Cuyo.
Because other grapes often lose their colour in the heat, having a dye grape around comes in handy. With its fruity aromas and rusticity, it is mostly used in blends although you occasionally see the odd varietal from the east of Mendoza.
ANCELLOTTA 2222 HS, 1.91%
Originally hailing from Italy, Ancellotta is a red variety grown extensively in the Emilia Romagna region to make Lambrusco. It first came to Argentina in 2000.
Originally grown for dye purposes, mostly in Mendoza where the majority of its 1914 hectares under vine are to be found, today it is used to make rather exotic varietals with interesting results, especially in San Juan and Salta.
PINOT NOIR 1993 ha; 1.71%
The iconic grape of Burgundy, Pinot Noir is grown in cooler regions because of its brief ripening period and also because these climates best preserve the freshness that give the wine its zing.
Argentina is no exception in that regard. 73.6% of Pinot Noir vines are located in Mendoza with the Uco Valley accounting for 1060 hectares; more than half of all the Pinot Noir in Argentina.
Of these, Tupungato, the highest, coolest department in the Uco Valley, contains a third of the entire surface area of Pinot in the country while a fifth (358 ha) is grown in Patagonia.
The tenth most common red is Sangiovese (1390 ha), almost all of it located in Mendoza. 1214 hectares of the grape variety under vine were planted over 40 years ago while only 10 hectares have been planted in the last decade.
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Nigeria's glorious dawn is here with Tinubu as President – APC PCC SW Leader, Are
The Director, Contact and Mobilization Committee, South West of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council, Alhaji Mutiu Are has told Nigerians not to be downhearted over the current state of things in the country.
He assured them of a better and greater Nigeria when the presidential candidate of the APC, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu assumes mantle of the nation's leadership in May 2023.
Are gave the assurance in his New Year message to the people of the West, stating that the council was aware of the conditions Nigerians are going through at present which he said would change for the better when they would have Nigeria of their dreams with bolstered security system, enhanced peace, unity and prosperity for all.
He attributed the present harsh conditions to the residues of the aftermath of the 16 years of misrule of the Peoples Democratic Party when provision of critical infrastructural facilities needed for growth and development were impishly abandoned.
Are appealed to Nigerians to exercise patience and use their permanent voters cards PVC on the 25th of February to vote for competence, capacity, experience and proven performance as represented in the candidacy of Asiwaju Tinubu and Kashim Shettima who will clear all the residues, permanently and speedily move the country forward in all aspects.
"My good people of the South West, welcome to 2023 the year of Renewed Hope. Thank God we pulled through 2022 in spite of several challenges. After climbing the mountain with stress, fatigue and tears the natural consequence is to walk the gentle slope comfortably with joy and happiness. 2023 is a new day for Nigeria, our glorious dawn is here.
"Nigeria has been going through difficult re-engineering, this is the time to get it right, as we go to the polls on the 25th of February, let us vote for competence, experience, proven performance and integrity. Let us vote for bolstered security, improved economy, mass employment and prosperity for all. Let us all support and vote for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, clearly, the best candidate in the presidential race.
"South West is the frontrunner in visionary leadership, development and progress. This is our time to lead Nigeria to better and greater day with Hope Renewed, guaranteeing the greatest benefits to all the parts of the country." Alhaji Are assured.
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Q: Pinch to Zoom a UIImageView in CollectionView Cell I'm trying to add an IBAction to pinch and zoom an image to a custom cell class, but storyboard gives an error that actions cannot be targeted at repeating content.
Here is the custom cell class:
class PhotoCell: UICollectionViewCell {

// Outlets
@IBOutlet weak var photoImgV: UIImageView!
@IBOutlet weak var captionTV: UITextView!
@IBOutlet weak var captionBtn: UIButton!
@IBOutlet weak var captionStackView: UIStackView!
@IBOutlet weak var likeCountLabel: UILabel!
@IBOutlet weak var comntCountLabel: UILabel!
@IBOutlet weak var pinch: UIPinchGestureRecognizer!

// Actions
@IBAction func pinch(sender:UIPinchGestureRecognizer) {
    if sender.state == .began || sender.state == .changed {
        let currentScale = self.photoImgV.frame.size.width / self.photoImgV.bounds.size.width
        let newScale = currentScale*sender.scale
        let transform = CGAffineTransform(scaleX: newScale, y: newScale)
        self.photoImgV.transform = transform
        sender.scale = 1
    }
}

@IBAction func showCaption(){
    UIView.animate(withDuration: 0.5) {
        if self.captionStackView.arrangedSubviews[1].isHidden {
            self.captionStackView.arrangedSubviews[1].isHidden = false
        }else{
            self.captionStackView.arrangedSubviews[1].isHidden = true
        }
    }
}

It allowed me to connect an IBAction to a button to show/hide caption in the same cell, so why pinch isn't allowed? How would I pinch and zoom an image in a cell?

A: I solved it by deleting the pinch gesture from storyboard and creating it in the awakeFromNib() method:
    override func awakeFromNib() {
    super.awakeFromNib()
    let pinch = UIPinchGestureRecognizer(target: self, action: #selector(self.pinch(sender:)))
     photoImgV.addGestureRecognizer(pinch)
}

everything else is the same.


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The Dream Land Java Project is an effort on Reality's End to create a fully featured, fan-created, online version of the Kirby's Dream Land series, and to do so with hand-written code and original graphics. As opposed to a single game, this project encompasses a number of games available for play within a web browser -- securely and without downloads.
The logs presented here detail the development, thought process, and intentions of the Dream Land Java project.
If you look around this great big Internets of ours, you can find endless stories of people complaining about the ill-suited combination of Java, Linux, and sound. I originally set out to fix just my applets, but I think I came up with a way to get ALSA to play nice with all Java I run -- and you can, too~!
I have done (or had done by others) testing on a plethora of platforms: Windows, Debian, Red Hat, Solaris? I never had a problem with anything until, on a job interview, I was told that one of my applets died shortly after starting. He was using Ubuntu, which I had known to work fine for another unwitting test player.
Over time, I stressed my Debian to the limit, trying to reproduce any sort of error that would only happen on a GNU/Linux OS and not the more common (for desktop use, anyway) Windows. I finally narrowed it down to a null pointer exception being thrown when a sound was supposed to play.
Lazy exception handling on my part, granted, but what was up with that sound? The audio was unable to open. And why did it only happen on some of my kernel configurations?
One of the best known morals of the Dream Land Java Project was to create games that can be played right inside your browser -- "no" downloads necessary. (At least, no executables or security threats.) The reason for this is simple: people are less want to play something they have to be wary of. Take the risk out of it, and you open up your potential reach.
And yet, the internet still has its lazy types. Hell in a hand basket, folks, and I am unfortunately allying with one of the very causes.
I, of course, am referring to recorded sessions of Kirbj on YouTube.
Reach has very little to do with it. It is proven that social networking only has any noticeable impact if you put effort into it. I've read it takes hours of dedication to get any real business advantage. It also requires acting as though one does not completely and utterly detest those vainglorious mouth-breathers.
Sorry, but I'd rather not be popular.
I have ulterior motives for opening (at my most horrid admission) an official YouTube channel for this site.
In what was supposed to be an inconsequential and fun release, Tuesday Knight Titans proved to take more than the previously thought problematic release and proved itself the worst-developed installment of the Dream Land Java project to date.
Kirbj has its roots in fan-creation. It itself is a fan work, it features a fan's spin on in-game components, and the first installment featured a fan-made boss. Running off of the same contest that produced Moogong, Tuesday Knight Titans attempted to allow others' creations in a real game, not just a wish or a thought.
With the level maker in place and even a quick demo game showcasing Sceptre Knight, everything seemed to be in place for the requests to roll in, the creme of the crop to be chosen, and for a good game with some good Knights to be released in a short time.
So, of course, things totally didn't go that way.
The first (and really, the only) fan-submitted character to appear in Kirbj is Ripsaw Knight, created by Capsule J3.
Chief among the Meta-Army is the dreaded Mace Knight. At least, I think he is chief; he does seem to be the biggest.
Wielding a weapon as large as himself overhead, Mace charges into battle wildly or just sends in his chain. Er, his link. In the games, he has about two sections of chain. Good ol' graphical laziness!
I only needed to make Mace Knight since he is one of two enemies who uses the Mace Weapon. That guy Squeaky Bogg makes quite a bit of use outta that thing, so either this guy or Masher would have to be added eventually.
Masher is large and cannot be eaten, so Mace Knight away!
He is so much more than just ability-fodder, tho'. Mace Knight is a soldier in the Meta-Army, and there aren't many enemies which fit that bill. These battles were specially coded so that they functioned just like the actual Dream Land games: multiple levels and many waves of armored adversaries runnin' out and runnin' the player down.
As a player, I think that Mace Knight is lacking. Anything he can do, Bogg can probably do. The mace is one of the least versatile weapons. It can be wound up, thrown, aimed, and retracted. That's it.
Movement (Arrow Keys & ASDW): Move your character in one of the four directions.
Action (Space Bar & Z): Attack using your currently selected ability. Different states (such as ducking or flying) may change which action is used.
Cycle Abilities (Shift & Control): Change the ability your character will use when pressing Space or Z. Some characters start with only one ability and therefore have no choices to cycle through.
Base Action (X, V, B, N, M, <, & >): Most of the bottom row of keys allow quick access to a character's basic attack without first having to cycle to it. The Base Action is that associated most with the character.
Copy Action (C key): For most characters, their Base Action is the same as their Copy Action -- an attack which allows them to learn new abilities from enemies. For those others, the C key can be used for quick access to the copying attack without having to cycle to it.
Pause (P key): The game automatically pauses whenever the applet loses focus; you can use this, too.
Since Kirby's Adventure, Bugzzy has become a beloved boss and purveyor of the Backdrop ability. In each of his appearances, he's also brought along two nameless insects he sics against the player. While minor roles -- even boss ammo -- usually gets some sort of title in the Dream Land games, this duo does not.
I call them the Fightning Bugs.
The Fightning Bugs appear to be five-spotted ladybird beetles with two shoe-ed feet at the end of spindly, noodle-legs. Their faces are dark and round while their eyes are light and ovular. Their appearance has changed little as they crawled from eight to thirty-two bits, and every time, they merit only two frames of animation: wings flapping, and wings not flapping.
These are not normal enemies, but rather minions of the miniboss Bugzzy, the 'sectoid suplexer. He will take a moment to pause and produce the pair, which fly out and seek the player. They can be inhaled and regurgitated back at Bugzzy. The beetles are lightweights and cannot block player shots; star bullets pass straight through the Fightning Bugs.


It was shot Aug. 18, 2014 in Moscow Sokolniki Park. Only ambient light.
Anna`s a student in a Pedagogical Institute. We were walking in the park and that interesting arch has draw my attention. I`ve decided to shoot a portrait, where the background will serve as an arch. Old lens Helios 40-2 gave his magical spot, in the end, we got such an interesting picture.
Processed in Adobe Lr & PS CS6.
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. . love this . .
I want just a lil more detail in the background so I can tell what it is. Good shot though!!!
Fantastic. The natural light is perfect.


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First Coast FSC Logo embroidered on Pill-free, ultra-soft 100% polyester Chill Fleece Jacket.
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Yes, it's that time of year again, where are beloved celebrities leave the lap of luxury and 'rough it' in the Australian jungle, such brave souls, as I know that I could NOT do it, I don't know about you, but I'm not an 'outdoor' kinda person and I cannot sleep with the bedroom door...Read More
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La La Land – Out now in UK Cinemas!
At last! This film is finally released in the UK, if you've heard lots of hype about this movie – BELIEVE IT! It is a fantastic musical, the type of Hollywood musical that they don't make anymore…well…actually they do now 😀 When I heard it was a musical, as a dancer and regular theatre attendee,...Read More
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My Top 15 Red Carpet Dresses at The 74th Golden Globe Awards 2017
Happy New Year to all my readers, what a lovely post to start off the year – Pretty dresses! 😀 The 74th Golden Globe Awards took place on Sunday 8th January, and usual the Red Carpet provides a catwalk for our stylish stars to show off their designer dresses, if like me you LOVE fashion,...Read More
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Urban Hymn Film Review – Opens in UK Cinema – Friday 30th September 2016
Wow! This is a very powerful and emotive film. After watching this film, I didn't know whether to be angry, cry, laugh or smile, to be honest it was a mix of all four! The main character is a woman called Kate (Shirley Henderson) who trades in her job as a Sociology teacher to become...Read More
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Florence Foster Jenkins Film – Out 6th May 2016
As some of you may know, I previously reviewed the fascinating true story of Florence Foster Jenkins in my blog post 'Marguerite' this film is the French version, told in a different way from the UK/US version starring the brilliant Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant. This time the story is set in New York City (although,...Read More
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MARGUERITE FILM REVIEW – In UK Cinemas Now!
When I first saw the trailer for this french comedy film based on a true story, I really thought I would hate the protagonist named 'Marguerite', I thought it somewhat vulgar and tasteless to pursue a dream for which you obviously have no talent and no training, hoping that your money will make up for...Read More
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Fleur East designs AW15 Collection with Lipsy!
Next month (September 2015), sees the launch of Fleur East x Lipsy Fashion collection hit Lipsy retail stores, the range will also be sold at Lipsy.co.uk and Next.co.uk as well as the various Lipsy franchise stores across the UK. Fleur East has actually co-designed the collection with the Lipsy design team, which comprises 20+...Read More
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Mariah Carey Receives A Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star – At Last!
We are totally thrilled that one of our favourite celebs has been awarded a Hollywood Walk of Fame Star! It is long overdue in our opinion. Mariah Carey has been at the top of her game for decades now, it seems so late…better late than never I suppose. The gorgeous singer who wore an elegant...Read More
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Go Willow Smith…The New Face of Marc Jacobs!
Willow Smith has landed a fantastic job, as the new face of Marc Jacobs' new collection. Embed from Getty Images This little 'Fireball' has celebrity parents, a top selling album, can dance & sing and now has launched a high profile modelling career – Go Willow! All props to Marc Jacobs for not discriminating against...Read More
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This highly detailed and hand-crafted statuette depicts Ezio in a combative stance as he is about to commit murder. Sold with its serialized metal plate this work of art is an exceptional piece for your collection.
Since Humanities the Assassin Order seeks to preserve Free Will. Ever ready to repel oppression that their enemies seek to visit on the masses Assassins remain hidden but vigilant, guided by their creed to keep humanity safe and never stop fighting for the people's freedom.
Ezio has now become the master of the Assassins. Having fulfilled his thirst for vengeance, he wishes to stay clear of further combat. However, his enemies have different plans.
After witnessing the fall of his stronghold and death of his comrades, Ezio returns to violence and walks among the vermin of the streets of Rome to expand his influence and raise an army, the Brotherhood. Wiser and hardened by life, Ezio is now a master assassin and must use his skills and wit to avenge his allies. Little does the Borgia family know that they will soon be stricken by Ezio's Fury.
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S. Shariq Yosufzai
Vice President for Global Diversity, Ombuds, and University Affairs
S. Shariq Yosufzai is vice president for global diversity, ombuds, and university affairs of Chevron Corporation. Before assuming this role earlier in 2013, Yosufzai served as vice president, Chevron Corporation, supporting Chevron's CEO & chairman on the National Petroleum Council's "Advancing Technologies for America's Transportation Future" study. He served as chair of the Chevron-led Supply & Infrastructure Task Group and as decision executive on Downstream Portfolio Projects worldwide.
In 2012, "Upwardly Global" named Yosufzai the year's Outstanding Corporate Leader for his contributions to diversity and economic development in California.
Previously, Yosufzai served as president, Chevron Global Marketing, where he led Chevron's fuels marketing, commercial and industrial marketing, and convenience retailing operations across 90 countries. In 2003, he assumed the responsibility as co-leader of Chevron Products Company, responsible for Chevron's North America Refining and Marketing Operations.
In October 2001, Yosufzai was named president, Global Lubricants, upon the formation of ChevronTexaco. Earlier in his career, he served as corporate vice president of Caltex Corporation & president of Lubricants & New Business Development and president of Texaco Lubricants Company. For his leadership as president, Texaco Lubricants Company, he was named Lubricant's World magazine's "Person of the Year" in 1996.
Yosufzai currently serves as immediate past chair of the Board of Directors of the California Chamber of Commerce and is an Executive Committee member of the San Francisco Opera's Board of Directors. He previously served as chair of the Board of the Association of Former Students of Texas A&M.
Yosufzai also serves as Executive Sponsor of Chevron's University Partnership Program for the University of California, Berkeley, and Texas A&M University, and on the Advisory Board of Texas A&M's Dwight Look College of Engineering and on the Chancellor's Century Council of the Texas A&M University System.
Named a Distinguished Graduate of the Chemical Engineering Department of Texas A&M University in 1998, in 1999 he became the first person to be honored by the school as both an Outstanding International Alumnus and a Distinguished Alumnus. In 2011, he was named an Outstanding Alumnus of the Dwight Look College of Engineering at Texas A&M.
Earlier this year, AIChE honored Yosufzai with its Fuels & Petrochemicals Division Award, which recognizes individuals who have made substantial contributions to the advancement of the fuels and petrochemicals industries. Previously, Yosufzai was the recipient of AIChE's Inaugural Industry Leadership Award in 2010 and the Robert L. Jacks Memorial Award from AIChE's Management Division in 1995.
Yosufzai chaired AIChE's inaugural Management Conference in 1994, and was the first chair of AIChE's Societal Impact Operating Council in 1999. Earlier, he served as chair of AIChE's Public Relations Committee and chair of the Southeast Texas Section. He was elected a Fellow of AIChE in 2002 and is a life member. He currently serves as member of the Board of Trustees of the AIChE Foundation.
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Vacation rental owners are often seeking ways to increase their bookings and the amount they are asking per booking. Many of these VR owners will ask me what vacation rental renovations result in the highest ROI, how can I increase the demand for my vacation rental and so on. My answers differ from market to market, because in some of these locations these renovations matter more than others, and it also all depends on the type of clientele you are trying to attract. In regards to the latter, many VR owners will try to make additions to their home that will attract their desired tenant, which may be a family, couple, young adults and so on. This is an important thing to keep in mind being that certain amenities will attract certain guests. If your goal is to attract a family then a pool is a great addition, for couples, a balcony or renovated master bathroom might be your best bet. One thing we noticed however is that their is one particular addition that seems to attract almost all renters and increase your booking regardless of location…a hot tub.
Hot tubs seem to be a hit for all types of renters, whether they be a couple, family, or group of friends. They allow guests an oppertunity to socialize and relax and also give them that vacation feeling. Being that most people do not have a hot tub at home, lounging in a hot tub while staying at your VR will create the ultimate vacation experience. Not to mention that VR's with a hot tub tend to book 20% more than those without. If you are having trouble renting your property during off seasons or wanting to ask for more during peak season then a hot tub is a great way to go. In fact most VR owners make their money back on the hot tub in just a couple years because of increased bookings.
Rick at Patio Splash Hot Tubs & Spas in Northern Colorado and Wyoming has supplied many of the Colorado vacation rental properties with hot tubs and says that is a growing trend among VR owners in that region.
In fact he has noticed that most Vacation Rental owners will switch out their hot tub every three years to keep up with the newest models and ensure they maintain the demand for their property in more premium destinations like Vail, where renters are more particular. However he mentioned that many VR owners don't bother to upgrade their hot tubs and have no trouble regularly renting out their properties.
One thing we thought was interesting was that he said many of these property owners noticed an increase in positive reviews after installing a hot tub. It seems as though hot tubs improved the quality of the stay so much that they felt more inclined to leave a positive review.
In regions like Colorado during the winter a hot tub can be a deal breaker for many guests who will not even bother to consider a property without one. Although that is not always the case, it does put you in a better position to compete for higher paying guests who put a hot tub as a requirement.
Hot tubs are not just for ski destination vacation rentals. Hot tubs are still in demand for guests staying in more tropical locations or staying during off seasons. Hot tubs don't just warm you up, they are also therapeutic and relaxing. All though there are instances where adding a pool to your VR will offer a better ROI. Depending on space, budget, and location, mot often a hot tub may be the best investment you ever make in your vacation rental.
You've decided to turn you property into a vacation rental and make little income. We you potentially didn't realize was the time it takes to manage your property and everything else you have going on in life. This is especially true if your are not located near your property, but out of state or even a day's drive away.
You try and figure out how to make everything work effectively and to protect you, your property and your guests, as well as get good reviews and manage all that's going on. That's when you think…property manager to the rescue!
But how do you know what to look for, and how do you choose the right person or management group to oversee your property?
The intent of this article is to provide you with information and tips on what to look for when hiring someone to manage your property.
How busy are they? How many properties do they manage? While you do not want someone that is to busy to really take care of your needs, you also do not want someone that has no experience or is managing zero properties. While this doesn't necessarily mean that they won't be good, you are taking a risk. You also need to ask what time they will dedicate to your property each week. The minimum time will be around 3-4 hours.
Cost. How much will they charge you? While there are other important things to seek out first, pricing is very important and can help you to gauge all that they will do. They may be killer at making listings appear attractive, or have a great secret on keeping properties full year round. This may reflect in their rates and pricing. So digging into this early on can lead you to many of the questions you should ask on their services. Expect to pay anywhere from 10-25% of the nightly rate.
Communication. Necessity! They must be good communicators with both you and your guests. Their level of communication is what will spark good or bad experiences and reviews for all of those involved. Your guest are staying at your property and may need assistance during off hours. How will this be handled?
Cleaning. What are they doing to ensure property cleanliness? Do they have a checklist to show you? Are they hiring independent contractors to clean or do they have a staff? Get the details on the cleaning, as this is part of your guests experience.
What is their USP (unique selling point)? Will they offer area recommendations for your guests? Will they assist you in communicating ways to . improve your listing and make the experience better for everyone involved….you, guests, and their team? DO they help get you great reviews? DO they do a "little extra" and what is that? Dig in on what sets them apart from others.
Processes. Get down and dirty on what there processes are. If they are great communicators, they will already provide you with this information. Understanding the entire process from being found to renting, to communicating with guests, to policies, understanding their process is essential! If they do not have one, then we suggest moving on to find a better fit. Processes are the meat of business.
Referrals. Do they have references or referrals that they can share? This helps solidify the information you've requested and that they've provided.
Bringing on someone to manage your vacation rental, whether it a AirBnB, VRBO, or a Craigslist Rental, can be a great way to free up your time, as well as make sure that things run smoothly and your property stays booked. Just make sure to do your homework and ask a few important questions.
To happy renting and great property managers!!
Adding or Remodeling Your Arizona Pool?
Adding or Remodeling Your Arizona Pool? Discover a Few Important Tips to Help You on Your Journey.
The summer is nearing an end and soon the winter visitors will be bouncing back into the beautiful desert of Arizona. Whether you are thinking about turning your property into a vacation rental or simply thinking to turn it into your own winter oasis, let's explore some of what you can do and the value you can add…..with a pool!
Whether you want to spruce up and redo an exciting pool, or you have the space in your backyard to add a pool or spa, fall is one of the best times in Arizona to embark on the pool journey.
Mark, with Pool Remodel Phoenix (www.poolremodelphoenix.org), a local Arizona pool builder, offers a few tips and things to consider when adding or redoing your pool.
To begin with, it is important to decide why you want to add or redo a pool.
Is it your primary residence that you are looking to enhance?
If so, Is it more for kids or adult leisure?
Do you want to increase the value of your property for resale purposes?
Are you looking to add value to a property that you plan to list on as a vacation rental?
Once those questions are addressed, you will have a better idea of what is available and what you would like according to your goals and budget.
5 tips to consider when adding a pool or giving your existing pool a facelift.
Keep it Cool! Arizona summers are HOT. If you've lived in Arizona during a summer, you understand what hot means. In order to enjoy even getting into the pool, the decking around the pool. Kool deck, actually invented by a Tucson company, offers a great way to lower the surface temperatures of the existing ground, as well as withstand the intense Arizona sun. Opting for light colors, no matter what type of pool surface you opt for is also key.
Consider Safety– Water on a surface, especially specific ones like sleek surfaces, can get very slippery and create a surface that is not safe to walk on. Certain materials and surface textures offer a slip resistant space that brings a peace of mind, especially for children and the elderly. Whether you do it yourself or work with a professional contractor, there are several options and styles to choose from.
Overlays- If you are resurfacing your pool area, overlays offer a cost effective way to change the look of existing concrete. There are several colors, materials, and overlay options to choose from. Overlays are quite a bit cheaper than complete re-dos, and are aesthetically pleasing.
Durability- Wear and tear happens, from humans, chemicals and the environment. Opting for durability can and will save you money in the future. Pavers are a great example. They can withstand heat and elements, as well as easily be replaced without having to redo the whole deck or pool area. They also offer a more slip resistant surface.
Improving or adding to your property is always exciting. You are rewarded with a space to relax, enjoy and entertain, or a great return on investment. It is important that you explore your options to most out of your space and your dollar. If you are a do it yourselfer, read, ask questions, and research! If you contact a professional pool company, they offer samples, 3D renderings, as well as past work to give you an idea and visuals of the possibilities. Remodeling a pool or adding a new pool to your backyard is available for many different budgets, so have fun exploring!
So I'm sure you've heard about Airbnb and VRBO, and other vacation rental platforms out there. Maybe you've even thought to rent your home out to tourists and visitors to make a little extra cash.
Not a bad idea really. Choosing to list your home could be for a variety of reasons- you have a second property that is not fully being utilized, your kids have moved out and on to college and their rooms sit empty, you want to travel part of the year and not commit to renting your home out full time, you have a great basement that would be an excellent source of revenue, or you live in a very desirable vacation location and are willing to find other accommodations for yourself to make a little money while someone else sleeps in your bed. It makes sense!
Now you've decided to rent your home or a room of your home out daily, weekly or even monthly. How do you go about doing it to maximize the amount of money you make, but minimize the amount of money you spend?
Well today we offer a few home renovation tips and insights to get your home ready to list on your preferred vacation rental website.
You are basically creating a space for travelers and visitors to sleep and enjoy. When it comes down to it a little cosmetic makeover and furniture that will maximize the look and space of your property.
Furniture – Do away with old, outdated furniture, unless a good professional cleaning will do the trick. Opt for furniture and decor that accommodates the number of people able to comfortably stay, as well as an for an additional visit from a friend or two. Keep it classy, but simple.
Paint – A fresh coat of paint can dramatically increase the value of you space.
Outdoor Fun – If you have a yard or any area outdoors, include a barbeque and a couple of outdoor activities, such as corn hole, horseshoes, a mini basketball hoop (if you allow kids, this is great). Have a couple of chairs and flowers to make it feel warm. Very inexpensive way to up the value by having things to entertain you at the property.
Basement Remodel – You have an unused, possibly unfurnished basement that needs a little love and is a prime candidate for Airbnb……well get in reno mode. Basement renovations will not only add an additional space to generate income, but provide a higher sales value of your home should you sell it in the future.
Kitchen or Bathroom Remodel – Kitchen and bathroom remodels are probably the two rooms that can bring you the largest return on investment. They can also be the two rooms that contribute to your loss on investment in not remodeling smartly. If these two rooms are extremely outdated and worn looking, renting or selling can make it a bit difficult. Keep in mind that simple renovations, such as paint, new sinks, new toilet and new hardware (faucets or knobs) can make a big difference without a big cost!
Landscape – Your property may be great but the landscaping is trashy and needs a little love. Many people choose rentals based on the outdoor area, especially if it is in a prime weather location. Keep it simple, but put a little love into the outdoors.
These are just a inexpensive ways to help you get more out of renting your home out as a vacation rental. Keep in mind what others are charging in your area and any features that are unique to your property. If you live by a beach, keep a little snorkel gear and chairs on hand at the property. This little touches and amenities will go a long way!
Have you decided to add a new room to your home? That is a good idea since it will not only create more usable space in your home but also raise the value of your home. You need to remember that home addition may be tricky to plan. You therefore need to make informed decisions during the whole process to avoid getting into a mess. If you have no clue of what is expected of you during the process, you don't need to worry since you're at the right place. Here are some to help you prepare and achieve a home addition project efficiently.
Proper planning is important when doing a home addition project. We both know that planning cuts across every project we undertake. When you get it right in the planning process, your project is more likely to be a success. Your plan should have the needs and priorities which you can easily achieve. Be sure to have a budget in mind for your home addition project. Since home additions are highly customizable, it may not be easy to give the exact cost. The cost is dependent on the size and needs of the project. Your budget should be flexible enough to cater for any additional costs that may not be avoidable during the process.
A home addition project has different parts that require different professionals. Depending on the size of your addition, you may need an architect, a roofer, a painter, an electrician, a plumber, an HVAC Technician just to mention a few. Don't make a mistake of doing it yourself. Professional expertise is very important when dealing with major home improvement projects. You will, therefore, definitely need different expertise during the process. Verify the reputation of the company you wish to work with and ensure they are both licensed and insured. Ensure you hire qualified professional for you to get quality service in return. Remember cheaper doesn't always mean quality work.
Your home should be exactly the way you envisioned your interior décor to look like after the home addition process. A reputable contractor will always have a concern about your expectations and help you turn them into reality. The contractor should also inform you of the starting date, the duration that the project will take and when workers will be in your home. This will help you prepare adequately for the construction.
You should expect the mess that comes with a home addition. Depending on the size and type of home addition, much of your home and landscaping is likely to be affected by the construction. You should, therefore, remove valuable items and furniture from the construction area prior to the construction. Moreover, you also need to prepare for some disruption and noise.
Once the project has started, you should be in touch with the construction manager so as to know the progress of the project. Let your concerns be known if anything is being done and it violates your agreement. Ensure you understand everything that is happening in your home.


Roger Thornhill: No. No, Mother, I have not been drinking. No. No. These two men, they poured a whole bottle of bourbon into me. No, they didn't give me a chaser.
Q: Who is George Kaplan, and why do Valerian and Licht want him?
Q: What is the title "North by Northwest" supposed to mean?
Alfred Hitchcock's "North by Northwest" is one of the best films in his long and distinguished career. Part of the success of the movie lies in the screen play by Ernest Lehman, one of the best writers of that era. Also, the haunting music by Mr. Hitchcock's usual collaborator, Bernard Hermann, adds texture to what we are seeing. Together with all the above mentioned qualities, "North by Northwest" was photographed by Robert Burks and was edited by George Tomasini, both men did outstanding jobs to enhance a film that shows a mature and inspired Alfred Hitchcock.
The film works because of the witty dialog Mr. Lehman wrote. This has to be one of the riskiest projects undertaken by Mr. Hitchcock because of the sexiness Eva Kendall exudes throughout the film and the repartee between her and Roger Thornhill. The film mixes adventure and romance that aren't put ons, as one feels what one's watching to be really happening.
Much has been said in this forum as to the values of this classic, so we shall only add our pleasure in seeing this masterpiece any time it turns on cable. In fact, the film hasn't dated, the way some others of the same period have. The highlights of the film are the sequences involving the crop duster, the train ride to Chicago where Eve and Roger first meet, the auction, and the Mount Rushmore climax.
This is one of the best contributions by Cary Grant to any of his work with the director. Roger Thornhill is one of the best roles Mr. Grant played, during his long career. His chemistry with Eva Marie Saint is perfect. This young actress added class and elegance to the picture. James Mason and Martin Landau played villains convincingly. Jesse Royce Landis, Leo G. Carroll, and the rest of the supporting cast is excellent.
"North by Northwest" is one of Alfred Hitchcock's best crafted films thanks to the brilliant people that came together to work in it.
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France approves tax on big tech firms as Trump orders probe
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Since US President Donald Trump took office, he has torn up the diplomatic rulebook and upended standing alliances. Britain, the United States' most enduring partner, is caught up in Washington's spat with Iran, and its ambassador in Washington resigned following disparaging comments from Mr Trump. Long-time ally France has passed new laws that would tax technology giants, and Mr Trump has threatened to retaliate with tariffs. Meanwhile, Washington and Beijing are still locked in a bruising trade and technology war which shows little sign of abating, and other issues involving Taiwan and Hong Kong have also cropped up.
PARIS • The French Senate gave final approval to a tax on big technology companies yesterday, potentially opening up a new front in a trade row between Washington and the European Union (EU).
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday ordered an investigation into the tax, which could lead to the United States imposing new tariffs or other trade restrictions.
"Between allies, we can and should solve our disputes not by threats but through other ways," Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire told senators before the final vote.
The 3 per cent levy will apply to revenue from digital services earned in France by companies with more than €25 million (S$38 million) in French revenue and €750 million worldwide. It is due to kick in retroactively from the start of this year.
France pushed ahead with the tax after EU countries failed to agree on a levy valid across the bloc in the face of opposition from Ireland, Denmark, Sweden and Finland.
"France is a sovereign country, its decisions on tax matters are sovereign and will continue to be sovereign," Mr Le Maire said.
Other EU countries, including Austria, Britain, Spain and Italy, have also announced plans for their own digital taxes. They say a levy is needed because big, multinational Internet companies such as Facebook and Amazon are currently able to book profits in low-tax countries like Ireland, no matter where the revenue originates.
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Political pressure to respond has been growing as local retailers in high streets and online have been disadvantaged. French President Emmanuel Macron has said that taxing big tech more heavily is an issue of social justice.
However, Irish Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe said in May that national taxes targeting mostly US-based digital firms were "highly likely to exacerbate global trade tensions and damage cross-border trade and investment", and would make it harder to reach agreement on global reform.
The ASIC French lobby, representing companies such as Facebook, Google, Amazon, Twitter and Airbnb, warned of a wider impact.
"By attempting to unilaterally overtax American players, Bruno Le Maire has triggered a trade war that penalises French technology today and will penalise tomorrow many sectors that make the French economy successful, including wine, automobiles and luxury," ASIC president Giuseppe de Martino said.
The digital tax spat is separate from the transatlantic trade row, but could be used by Mr Trump to try to obtain EU concessions on the trade front.
The United States and the EU have threatened to impose billions of dollars of tit-for-tat tariffs on planes, tractors and food in a nearly 15-year dispute at the World Trade Organisation over aircraft subsidies given to American aircraft maker Boeing and its European rival Airbus.
Mr Trump has also imposed new tariffs on imports of EU steel and aluminium, and has threatened punitive duties on cars and auto parts if the two sides fail to reach an overall trade deal.
Plans to launch trade talks between Washington and Brussels have, however, been hampered by US tariffs on steel and by EU states' reluctance to include farm products in the talks.
The European Commission has estimated that multinational digital companies with investments in the EU are on average taxed at a rate 14 percentage points below that of other firms.
"We are merely re-establishing fiscal justice. We want to create taxation for the 21st century that is fair and efficient," Mr Le Maire told senators. "We want to impose on these new business models the same rules that apply to all other economic activities."
Paris has pledged to drop its tax as soon as an international accord is reached at the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development on overhauling cross-border tax rules for the digital era. This is expected by the end of next year.
The French government says the tax does not target US companies and will affect European and Asian firms as well.
The legislation should be enacted within 21 days, a spokesman for the Senate said, unless the government or lawmakers ask for a final review by the Constitutional Council.
A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on July 12, 2019, with the headline 'France approves tax on big tech firms as Trump orders probe'. Print Edition | Subscribe


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