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The Solaris Editors' Blog: Gail Z. Martin returns to Solaris with a brand new urban fantasy novel!
Gail Z. Martin returns to Solaris with a brand new urban fantasy novel!
The author of the best-selling Chronicles of the Necromancer, Gail Z. Martin, is returning to Solaris with an exciting and brand new urban fantasy series.
Deadly Curiosities is the lead Solaris fantasy title for summer 2014, and a exceptional return to the imprint for Martin, author of the perennially best-selling The Summoner. One of the world’s leading female authors of fantasy, Martin will be sure to pick up new readers with this urban fantasy tale of the American South.
Welcome to Trifles & Folly, an antique and curio shop with a dark secret. Proprietor Cassidy Kincaide continues a family tradition begun in 1670 – acquiring and neutralizing dangerous supernatural items. It’s the perfect job for Cassidy, whose psychic gift lets her touch an object and know its history.
Together with her business partner Sorren, a 500-year-old vampire and former jewel thief, Cassidy makes it her business to get infernal objects off the market. When mundane antiques suddenly become magically malicious, it’s time for Cassidy and Sorren to get rid of these Deadly Curiosities before the bodies start piling up.
Gail Zehner Martin was born in Meadville, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Grove City College with a B.A. in History, and earned an M.B.A. in marketing and management information systems from The Pennsylvania State University.
After nearly 20 years as a marketing executive for corporations and non-profit organizations, she started her own consulting firm, Dream Spinner Communications. She also writes feature articles on a variety of topics for regional and national magazines. In addition to writing and consulting, Ms. Martin teaches public relations writing and public speaking for the University of North Carolina - Charlotte. She is married and has three children, a Himalayan cat and a golden retriever.
She discovered her passion for science fiction, fantasy and ghost stories in elementary school. The very first story she ever wrote -at age five- was about a vampire. Her favourite TV shows as a preschooler were Dark Shadows and Lost in Space. At age 14, she decided to become a writer, and launched a fanzine when she was in college. She enjoys attending science fiction/fantasy conventions, Renaissance fairs and living history sites.


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The Obama administration kicked off the “Making Home Affordable” initiative, a $75 billion loan modification program, which runs through 2012. To qualify for this mortgage loan relief program, borrowers will have to provide their most recent tax return and two pay stubs, as well as an “affidavit of financial hardship”.
Homeowners are only allowed to have their home loans modified once, and the program only applies for loans made on Jan. 1 2009 or earlier. Up to 4 million borrowers are expected to qualify. Separately, up to 5 million borrowers who have mortgages held by government controlled mortgage finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should be eligible to refinance through June 2010.
The legislation that gives bankruptcy judges the power to force lenders to lower mortgage rates or principal balances has been narrowed. Now, judges would have to consider whether a homeowner had been offered a reasonable deal by the bank to rework his or her home loan before seeking help in bankruptcy court. Borrowers also would have a responsibility to prove that they tried to modify their home mortgage loans. The compromise in legislation is expected to come to a vote in the House as early as Thursday.

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The word on the street is that James Bond will return, and Daniel Craig will pick up another giant paycheck for playing 007 at least one more time. As much as I enjoyed Casino Royale - the best outing since Goldeneye in my opinion, despite the huge box office success of Skyfall , I think Ross Douthat makes some excellent points in his film review below.
THE first James Bond movie I can recall seeing was The Living Daylights , one of the two Timothy Dalton outings; its most memorable moment featured Bond and his latest girl sledding across an Iron Curtain border atop a cello case. “We’ve nothing to declare,” he cried to the guards. “Except this cello!” the girl chimed in.
At the time, believe it or not, the Dalton movies were what passed for Gritty Bond—a 007 who womanized a little less and scowled a little more. They were also, perhaps not coincidentally, only middling performers at the box office, and they gave way to the Pierce Brosnan era, whose campy absurdism (think Denise Richards as a nuclear scientist named Christmas in The World Is Not Enough , or Brosnan parachute surfing a tsunami in Die Another Day ) escalated from one film to the next, asymptotically approaching what might be called the Roger Moore Horizon.
But after four Brosnan efforts, and in the shadow of 9/11—and perhaps in the shadow of Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery as well—it was decided that what Bond needed now was a genuinely dark and gritty, Dark Knight–style reboot, featuring a 007 who wouldn’t just scowl: He would bleed and suffer, and more than that, he would even dare to love.
The result was the Daniel Craig era, which reinvented Bond as a grim-visaged roughneck carrying the sorrows of empire on his corded shoulders and resolutely refused to let its hero have any sort of fun. In his first outing, Casino Royale , he lost his beloved, Vesper Lynd, to the schemes of an international crime syndicate; in his second, Quantum of Solace , he pursued that syndicate all the way to the very un-Bondian landscape of rural Bolivia to mete out justice.
As if this weren’t enough to establish that we weren’t watching Diamonds Are Forever anymore, the next Craig movie, Skyfall , brought in Sam (American Beauty) Mendes and the great cinematographer Roger Deakins to make things feel as self-serious as possible. And dark is what they delivered: The movie began with Bond trying to vanish into an ascetic retirement and ended with the destruction of his family’s Scottish estate, a scramble through a priest’s hole into a ruined chapel, and his longtime boss M (Judi Dench) expiring bleeding in his arms.
I generally try to give any movie with priest’s holes and ruined chapels the benefit of the doubt, but I didn’t love Skyfall , mostly because it dropped the romanceand- revenge narrative that gave the first two Craig outings most of their energy in favor of a lot of sub–John le Carré stuff about how it’s hard out there for a spy. Still, it was a handsome movie, and it seemed as if it closed the circle pretty effectively on the Craig era; with MI6 bombed, M dead, and the Bond ancestral home despoiled, we seemed to have reached a natural stopping point for this particular iteration of Ian Fleming’s spy.
But Skyfall made $300 million at the domestic box office, almost as much as Casino and Quantum combined, and so Mendes and Craig came back for one more go-round: the newly released Spectre . And Spectre —well, Spectre is quite strange. It has the same doomy atmospherics as Skyfall and the same urge to offer some sort of politically relevant statement about spycraft (there’s a nefarious plan afoot to replace the whole Double-O program and its licenses to kill with surveillance satellites and drones), and it explicitly follows the through-line of the previous three Craig installments, complete with tragic references to all the women (Vesper, M) that he’s let die and a love interest (Léa Seydoux) whom I think we’re supposed to take seriously as a potential soul mate for Bond.
But it also tries to assimilate the more larkish Bondian past into this Dark Knight of the British Empire era in the franchise—not only Q (Ben Whishaw) and Moneypenny (Naomie Harris), who popped back up in Skyfall , but all the gonzo elements (volcano lairs, bizarre henchmen, exotic forms of torture) associated with the supervillains who menaced Connery and Moore.
And the assimilation doesn’t really take: We get a Big Bad, played by a distracted-seeming Christoph Waltz, who’s supposed to be a classic Bond Villain (down to his Dr. Evil–esque outfit, fluffy cat, and secret name) and also somehow part of the Craig era’s Bondfamily melodrama, with very personal (if still e-e-e-evil) reasons for wanting to see 007 trussed up and interrogated. It’s a combination that lets down both approaches. In the end, Spectre is neither gritty nor escapist, neither brooding nor campy, but an indigestible combination.
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War of the Rebellion: Serial 033 Page 0171 Chapter XXXIV. CORRESPONDENCE, ETC. - UNION.
3rd. For the protection of such families, their effects, and transportation, a safe conduct from one line to the other, in all cases, shall be given.
4th. A public notification of the agreement hereby shall be given at the respective headquarters herein represented within three days from the singing thereof.
Entered into this 17th day of March, 1863, at Faytteville, Ark.
Colonel First Arkansas Cav., Commanding Post at Faytteville, Ark.
Asst. Adjt. General, C. S. Army, Department of the Indian Territory.
SIR: Your messenger last night brought me your negotiation between you and rebel officers. If it had been proper to enter into such negotiations at all, it would have been the correct course for you to refer all communications affecting such matters to these headquarters, as commander of the post at Faytteville, subject to my orders. I regret that you should have complicated any portion of my command with proposals so dangerous to the interests and dignity of the Government.
In the first place, the rebels are evidently preparing for a stampede to Red River, and it can be no part of the policy of a Government officer to permit disloyal citizens to crowd into Texas after them, with their property, to strengthen their tottering cause. Neither do I believe for a moment that they would permit loyal men in South Arkansas and Texas to bring their families and property here unmolested. They are holding them now in an despotism, and the proposal is as treacherous as it is unfair.
While the Government of the United States has recognized the rebel army as having belligerent rights to negotiate exchanges, it is utterly inadmissible for any one assuming to be the representative of the Government to authorize persons to cross and recross any boundary line, whether it be the Arkansas or Red River, and permanently remain as two distinct nationalities on either side. Of this insidious attempt at a geographical demonstration, I am happy in being able to assure you that the Government has never, for a moment, authorized any military officer in this district to make or receive a proposal so dangerous. Our duty is in the field. The so-called "articles of agreement," with my indorsement on them rejecting them, you will send back to the commanding officer at Fort Smith.
I regret that you should again have permitted rebel officers bearing a flag of truce to come within your lines. I distinctly notified you when it occurred before that it must not be permitted to occur again.

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If China isn’t on your travel bucket-list for 2018, then it should be. Just as affordable as neighbouring Vietnam and nearby Thailand, China is second in the world for World Heritage sites and its size means much of the country remains untouched by tourists. Beijing might be home to the Great Wall, but only touches the surface as to what the country has to offer. Here are fifteen places to visit in China (beyond Beijing).
Beach resorts and China don’t usually go together- but Sanya is an idyllic exception. If visiting in winter, the city offers a welcome respite from the bitter climates of places like Beijing. Here the weather is tropical year-round and you’ll find beautiful beaches dotted along the coast. Try out Yalong Bay, framed with the Buddhist Statue ‘The Guanyin of Nanshan’ (one of the tallest in the world).
Just a two-hour train journey from Shanghai lies the ancient port city Ningbo. Tourists are rare here and the vast, modern city provides a base to explore some of China’s hidden scenic spots, such as the serene Wulong Pond and Yellow Mountain. Guaranteed to be selfie-stick free.
Despite being a special administration of China, Macau differs in every way from the mainland: from its cuisine (a strong Portuguese influence means its staple dish is custard tarts) to its currency (Macanese Pataca) and activities (Macau is the only place where gambling is legal). The glitzy Las Vegas-style casinos are well worth a visit, even if your strapped for cash (a free bus runs between them all) but the city’s architecture, such as The Ruins of St Paul’s, should also be on your to-do-list.
‘Gardens and Canals’ is a pretty concise summary of Suzhou’s attractions (in fact, 42% of the city is covered with water). But when your gardens are a World Heritage UNESCO site dating back to the 1500s,that’s really all you need. The Humble Administrator’s garden is the most famous-and stretches for almost 13 acres.
Chengdu is a modern and bustling city but almost all tourists visit for one reason only – pandas! The Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, a bus ride from the city centre, gives visitors the chance to get up close with the furry creatures, take photos and even feed them. It doesn’t come cheap (whilst its only 58¥/£7 to enter, prices rise to up to 2000¥ /£230 for closer encounters). It is a once in the lifetime trip and how can we resist those furry faces?
As China’s most North-western city, Harbin’s temperatures plummet up to -38 degrees at winter. Being cold, however, is Harbin’s claim to fame, as each December-February sees its renowned ice and snow sculpture festival take place. A spectacle of thousands of enormous, neon-lit ice sculptures built by an estimated 10,000 workers provide the perfect backdrop for the ‘gram.
When China has travellers ‘city-ed out’, many head to Mogashan Mountains. A few hours bus-ride from Shanghai, this bamboo forest complete with hiking trails and waterfalls, is the perfect place to get back to nature. 80¥ (just over £9) will get you into the park and once inside there are several hiking trails to get you back on track.
Hangzhou is home to China’s famous West Lake; a vast and tranquil setting that with its many pagodas, gardens, temples and boat rides easily takes a full day to explore. Book ahead to nab a dorm at Hangzhou International Youth Hostel, a wee walk from the lake’s entrance and home to some of the best food in the city.
Nanjing has many of Beijing’s pull factors (cheap to get around, a mix of western and traditional cuisine and important culture landmarks) without its chaos and congestion. Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall is an unmissable venue, a sobering tribute to the WW2 massacre that killed over 300,000 people.
With four train stations and two airports, Shanghai is a hub to the rest of China. A stroll and ferry ride across the majestic Bund should be first on your itinerary, followed by scaling the heights of Shanghai’s many skyscrapers and rooftop bars.
Scenic-centric Guilin has stunning landscapes, a mild climate and pollution-free skies. Not often frequented by international tourists, the city is very popular with domestic ones; who flock to the Li River, famous for its scenery depicted on China’s 20 yuan notes. From there, take a two-hour bus ride to neighbouring Longsheng for the beautiful Longji Rice Terraces.
Afraid of heights? In Zhangjiejie you’ll find Tianmen Mountain national park, a world heritage site said to be the inspiration for the film Avatar. Its views just can’t be topped and thrill-seekers will love the glass skywalk across the cliff at 4,600 feet. Dare you to look down!
The Terracotta Warriors drive many people to Xi’an, but it’s become a bit of a tourist cliché. Far more interesting is Xi’an’s centre with its majestic bell tower (beautifully lit-up at night), peaceful city walls that are perfect for cycling around and the Muslim Quarter for cheap-eats and people watching.
Very popular amongst hikers, Tiger Leaping Gorge is a stunning trail along the Jinsha river. It’s billed one of the world’s deepest canyons and its hiking trail (which many complete over 2-3 days) is approximately 22 kilometres and is 8858 ft. above ground. There’s guesthouses within the gorge itself, as well as in Lijiang; a nearby city accessible by bus. Perfect to rest your head after a vigorous days hiking.
Shenzen used to be know as a gateway to Hong Kong, but has recently emerged as a destination in its own right. As well offering blue skies, sandy beaches and golf resorts; tourists love its many theme parks. Short of time? Windows of The World allows you to see replicas of all of China’s most famous attractions such as The Great Wall and West Lake.
Venture beyond Beijing and start your adventure in one of these incredible hostels in China.
Still want to add Beijing to the list? Check out our guide for the top things to do in the city.
Jenna Farmer is a freelance journalist from Warwickshire. Having spent several years working in China and travelling across South Asia, she’s now back in the UK. Jenna also runs a blog all about living, eating and travelling with food intolerances.

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Board of Directors | UNL Band Alumni Association, Inc.
Board Members serve a three year term and are elected by the membership at the annual meeting the Friday night of our reunion weekend.
Favorite Memories: Watching the 1970-71 National Championship seasons unfold right in front of our eyes! Traveling with the band to the 1971 “Game of the Century” in Norman, OK, as well as all of the other Big 8 stadiums!
Fun Fact: I lived in all-male Abel Hall (room 1304) for all four years, and seeing Johnny Rodgers coming down the hall to the showers with only a towel over his shoulder was quite a sight!
Why I serve: I was privileged to be one of “Jack’s Boys”, the 180 member all-male band led by the late Jack Snider. I hope future generations get as much out of band as I did, and the BAA strengthens the current CMB!
Favorite memory: Run on for pre-game, freshmen year. In AWE!!!!!
Why I serve: Because I feel at home with the people in the band! They are my PEOPLE!
Favorite show: the Swing show my freshman year. We performed it at the Fiesta Bowl, too.
Favorite memory #1: Standing on the field at attention during band camp and realizing the people around me cared as much about marching band as I did. I found my “people.” They are still some of my best friends today. They “get” me. I also met and married my best friend, Bill Maltas (alto sax). We have two boys, Ian and Zane. Ian is playing trombone for the CMB in 2018.
Favorite memory #2: Looking out into the stadium from the tunnel that first game. It was my first Husker game ever. It was awe-inspiring.
Why I serve: I serve on the Board because I believe we are continuing to build life-long memories and friendships for the current band and our alumni. I got so much from being a member of the band, I want to give back. I have made many new friends from being on the Board with different people and have gotten to know many other new alumni from different eras.
My band story: I came to the CMB exhibition performances as a high school student and remember thinking, “I have to be in this band!” I was in the pit percussion for two years and played cymbals for three years. I was fortunate enough to get to play with my best friend in the pit, and later I met my future husband in the drumline. The CMB is one of the highlights of my college experience.
Favorite shows: My first show, “The Fiddler on the Roof” in 2000, will always be a great memory. It was amazing to perform such fun music in front of an excited stadium of fans. I’ll also always remember the first show we performed after September 11, 2001. The game was rescheduled for a Thursday night and we performed beautiful versions of “Amazing Grace” and “God Bless the USA.” The crowd was so quiet throughout our entire performance but they erupted into a standing ovation when we finished. It was incredible.
Why I serve: Marching band was so important to me while I was in college and I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything. I hope to help CMB alumni stay connected, relive memories, and form new memories by performing again with the current band.
Favorite Memories: The first double-time & strut onto the field & that first turn where I looked up into the stands to play and there were 90,000 people standing and watching and cheering! The Hail-Mary catch against Northwestern is still one of my favorite sports-ball moments to have experienced. Almost every experience traveling with the band stands out. Too many memories with dear friends from band to narrow down.
Why I Serve: Serving the UNL bands as a member of Kappa Kappa Psi brought me great joy and close friendships and I hope that I can continue to serve the current students by doing my part on the band alumni board.

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With Mexico looking good and grabbing a 1-0 lead just before halftime, things weren't looking good for the US in yesterday's CONCACAF Gold Cup final.
Bob Bradley came out of halftime and replaced Pablo Mastroeni with Ricardo Clark and things started to click in the US midfield. Brian Ching was able to draw a penalty, Landon Donovan was able to convert, and the game was on.
Then in the 73rd minute, Benny Feilhaber was able to volley home a poor clearance of a US corner and that's all the US would need to capture the 2007 edition of the Gold Cup and qualify for the 2009 FIFA Conferderation Cup to be held in South Africa ahead of the 2010 World Cup.
The US had chances to put the game away late, but Brian Ching got around Oswaldo Sanchez, but put his shot off the post. Then Landon Donovan set up DeMarcus Beasley with a look at a wide open net. Unfortunately, Beasley put his shot off the crossbar.
Thankfully Tim Howard was able to make the big saves needed down the stretch and the US's missed opportunities didn't come back to haunt them.
Up next, the US opens Copa America play on Thursday with a squad that is a step down in class from the group that won the Gold Cup.
It's going to be really interesting to see what Bob Bradley can get out of this group of players.
The good news about losing two points versus California on Friday night is that the Rhinos are still in second place in the USL 1st Division table. It also didn't affect their 4th place standing in points per game to level out the games in hand factor with the Rhinos leading the league with 15 games played.
The concerns coming out of the match have to be the health of the squad, especially with Kenney Bertz looking like a banged up NFL offensive lineman out there now, and the fact that they couldn't kill a match at home versus the team that is currently at the bottom of the table.
Hopefully the Rhinos can put away the Western Mass Pioneers tomorrow night in the 2nd round of the 2007 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup.
AP - "Brand it like Beckham"
You knew it was going to happen, but that doesn't make it any more palatable when it does.
Personally, I wish we could just enjoy his play on the field, like fans have been able to with Juan Pablo Angel and the Red Bulls.

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Bedbugs are becoming a significant problem, not just in this country but throughout the world and this is largely due to increased foreign travel on both business and for pleasure.
They are easily spread and difficult to treat resulting in a rapid growth in the number of bedbug outbreaks.
The key to beating this problem is to raise awareness of what to look for and to ensure bedbugs are dealt with quickly once discovered.
Bedbugs feed on the blood of humans and other mammals.
While it is possible for bedbugs to transmit disease, in this country it is very rare. Instead, the primary concern is the irritation and distress caused by bedbug bites.
Bedbug bites do not hurt. It is the itchiness that results from the body’s reaction to them that causes discomfort.
Treating the bites soothes the irritation, but it can still be very distressing when there are multiple bites as is often the case with bedbugs.
Multiple bites and contact with bedbugs can also lead to an itchy rash or eczema. Consult a pharmacist for advice and treatment if this occurs.
Adult bedbugs are 5mm long. Before feeding they are a flattened oval shape and light brown, but become rounder and darker after feeding.
They come out at night and are attracted to the warmth of our bodies and carbon dioxide in our breath.
They are usually found in bedrooms but hide in cracks and crevices during the day.
The most common shelters for bedbugs are in the seams of mattresses, in crevices in the bed frame, behind furniture surrounding the bed (especially the headboard) or where the wall meets the floor.
A more established infestation is associated with dark or black staining of the mattress from bed bug excreta.
An established infestation will also be associated with an unpleasant scent secreted by bed bugs.
It is difficult to identify bed bugs from their bite because our bodies react very differently to them.
It is more important to look at the overall pattern and timing of bites and other factors to identify whether bites are caused by bed bugs.
The description below will help you identify if you have a bed bug problem. Consult our guide to biting insects for advice about how to treat bedbug bites.
Bedbug bites are unlikely to wake the victim. They can occur anywhere on the body but are often close to blood vessels near the skin.
A single bed bug may bite more than once around the same area. However, bites in different parts of the body indicate being bitten by several bed bugs.
Early in a bed bug infestation, the victim may not yet be sensitised to the bites and they may not feel itchy.
However, small droplets of blood on the sheets will indicate the presence of bed bugs.
Bedbugs usually enter a property by being carried on clothing or inside furniture.
The most common source of bedbugs is to stay at a hotel with an infestation. Bedbugs or their eggs get into clothing or suitcases and are then transported home.
If there are any signs of bedbugs when staying at a hotel, particularly being bitten when sleeping or seeing blood spots on sheets, take great care in bringing your personal belongings home.
Consult with hotel management to assess the risk - it may be necessary to launder, fumigate or treat clothes to ensure they are safe.
The same applies in transferring furniture - Rentokil can treat furniture for bedbugs before bringing it into your home if there may be a risk.
If your home has a bedbug infestation, please do not risk spreading it by taking clothes, suitcases or furniture to hotels or the homes of your friends and families.
Bedbugs can also migrate to adjoining properties through wall or floor cavities. If your home has bedbugs and you live in a flat or are joined to another property, please be considerate to your neighbours and act promptly.
Bed bugs are an objectionable pest and one of the most difficult to eradicate.
High levels of hygiene, deep cleaning and the use of amateur insecticides will help to keep bedbug numbers under control, however professional treatment will be required to eradicate the infestation.
Rentokil offers a call-out service to deal with bedbugs and other pest problems in the home. Our service is fast, effective and offers the highest level of safety for your family and pets.
If you are concerned that you may have a bedbug problem and would like to arrange a visit from a Rentokil technician, call us on (592) 225-9427.

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An appeals court rules the killer's prison conditions are justified because of a risk he "will resort to violence in the future".
Norway has not violated the human rights of mass killer Anders Behring Breivik, an appeals court has ruled.
The ruling overturned a 2016 verdict by a lower court that Breivik's near-isolation amounted to "inhuman and degrading treatment" under the European Convention on Human Rights.
The appeals court said that the strict conditions were justified because "there is a high risk that Breivik will resort to violence in the future".
It said the conditions were also necessary for his own safety, as other prisoners might attack him.
The 38-year-old neo-Nazi is currently serving a 21-year-prison sentence for massacring 77 people in July 2011.
In the attack Breivik disguised himself as a police officer and gunned down 69 people, mostly teenagers, at a Labour Party youth camp on the island of Utoya.
He had earlier killed eight people in a bombing outside a government building in Oslo.
The right-wing extremist has never expressed remorse for his actions and has repeatedly made a Nazi salute when he appears in court.
The appeal hearings took place at Skein prison where Breivik is being kept separate from other prisoners in a suite of three rooms, described by Attorney General Fredrik Sejersted as downright "cosy".
The state said it was compensating for the isolation by allowing Breivik extra interaction with guards and a prison visitor.
"No other prisoner can discuss and play games with prison staff for two hours a day," said Sejersted.
During the hearings Breivik said that the isolation has radicalised him and his lawyers argued it was affecting his mental health.
His lawyer says he will now appeal to Norway's Supreme Court about the case.
If that also proves unsuccessful, Breivik can then appeal to the European Court of Human Rights.

industry_corpus2: Law & Justice


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It was a hot one the other day, and I wanted to do something new to keep cool outside. I just so happened to have a couple of empty gelato containers… so I put together these easy ice cube sensory bottles.
I filled the bottles all the way to the top with ice, then added a little water and some food coloring. N loved shaking the bottles, and the ice cubes made an interesting sound against the sides of the bottles. These are plastic bottles, but for a different sound, you could try doing the same thing in glass mason jars.
N is teething right now, so she also really enjoyed putting the ice cube sensory bottle against her gums. The bottles actually stayed cold for much longer than I was expecting in the 90+ degree weather, so they did serve my purpose of keeping us cool in the summer heat.
L also enjoyed experiencing the ice cube sensory bottles. She liked talking about the colors and experimenting with rolling and dropping the bottles. Since she is older, we were also able to talk about how the sound the bottles made changed as the ice cubes became smaller and smaller, as well as what happens to ice when it gets too hot!
I think next time we will make one ice cube jar, one room temp water jar, and one warm water jar to explore different temperatures — but definitely not until it cools down a bit out there!
I love re-using those gelato containers for activities and storage. The bigger containers holds small things like pompoms and confetti well. We also love the gelato. Haha!
I didn’t know it comes in bigger containers, too!!! Now I’ll have to search!
i love reading all your activities geared towards littles. i have an 8 month old and this seems like it would be perfect especially because she is teething!
also, we love gelato too! and i have many of those sitting around waiting to be re purposed.


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Our Head Chef continues to create delectable and modern menu items to suit all seasons.
Children are always welcome and have their own menu at $12.50 which includes a kids main, kids soft drink and kids dessert. We have a monthly colouring competition where kid’s can win a $25 Myer or Toys R Us voucher.
Come visit our Ascot Vale bistro – we have a menu to suit all taste buds.

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Bush was one of the most popular Presidents in history after the Gulf War, but a recession helped Bill Clinton beat him in a re-election bid.
The statement read: "Hillary and I mourn the passing of President George H.W. Bush and give thanks for his great long life of service, love and friendship".
Only one other US president, John Adams, had a son who also became president. His presence will be sorely missed.
Since the announcement of the death of former president George H.W. Bush, the Houston community is mourning and paying their respects outside the Bush home in the Tanglewood neighborhood. "May he rest in peace", the prime minister said.
James Baker, Bush's former secretary of state, said that in each position Bush held, he "led with strength, integrity, compassion and humility - characteristics that define a truly great man and effective leader". Consider that a Bush was on the ballot in every presidential election but one from 1980 to 2004.
He flew 58 combat missions and was shot down over the Pacific by Japanese anti-aircraft fire. In addition to George W. and Jeb, he is survived by three surviving children, Neil, Marvin and Doro; along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Guyger, a four-year veteran, then entered the apartment, called 911 and started administering first aid to Jean. The incident happened September 6 when Guyger finished her shift and went to her apartment in The Cedars.
Panelo then remembered the words of Bush when the latter was still alive.
Instead of joining his father in banking upon graduation from Yale University, Bush headed to bleak west Texas to break into the rough-and-tumble oil business. He lost, but was chosen as a running mate by Ronald Reagan.
Later he served as head of the American intelligence service, the CIA, and was vice-president before he became President of the United States. In 1988 Bush won the Republican nomination for President and, with Senator Dan Quayle of IN as his running mate, he defeated Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis IN the general election.
"He did a lot for his nation, he did a lot for the world and of course relations between Australia and the United States have always been strong and were certainly strong during his presidency", Mr McCormack said.
Iran state television has noted his death as being "like other US presidents who wished to see the collapse of the Islamic Republic". "I send my sincerest condolences to his family, and to the American people".


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Whether you have a Banff breakdown, a Canmore crash or a Lake Louise lockout, Standish Towing & Recovery is here to help with 24-hour roadside assistance in the Bow Valley. The diversity of our equipment means we have the ability to solve your problems quickly. Even well-maintained vehicles and equipment experience periodic breakdowns. Your call to Standish means help is on the way.
Our light duty tow trucks and car carriers are ready to roll as soon as your call comes through our 24-hour dispatch center. Safety and reducing your waiting time on busy highways is our top priority.
No matter the reason, be it engine problems, a flat tire or anything else, Standish Towing & Recovery Ltd is available 24-hours a day to take your call. If you’re a little more adventurous than the average motorist and enjoy taking on the many off-roading challenges Alberta has to offer, it’s probably good to have our number at the ready. From ATVs and dirt bikes to large-scale RVs, we’ve assisted many outdoor enthusiasts with the recovery of their vehicles. We have the tools, machinery and rigging expertise to get you out a jam. Contact us today!
Read more about our heavy-duty capabilities.


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Sugar scrubs are my all time favorite DIY gift for a couple reasons. First, they take literally two minutes to make, even in big batches. Second, you can dress them up in cute jars with labels and ribbons to personalize them for the recipient and make a simple, affordable gift feel personal and unique.
If you’ve never used a sugar scrub before, do yourself a favor and make an extra jar to keep! They’re amazing exfoliants and leave your skin smooth, glowing and super soft. They smell pretty darn good, too. I used lavender and rosemary essential oils from Oui Fresh in this scrub for an herbal, floral scent that is so relaxing.
Measure out 2 cups of sugar, a 1/2 cup of softened coconut oil and 5-7 drops of each essential oil. I softened the coconut oil for about 40 seconds in the microwave, just until it was soft enough to stir. This amount filled three 7 oz. jars.
Stir until well mixed and fluffy. Smell the scrub and add another drop or two of essential oil if the scent isn’t strong enough.
Spoon into clean, dry jars and seal. Decorate with the tags and a snip of fresh lavender and rosemary so the recipient knows what the scrub smells like!
Credits//Author and Photography: Kayleigh Kosmas. Photos edited with A Color Story Desktop.
I believe this is technically four ingredients 😉. But seriously, I’m all about sugar scrubs. I keep one on my counter and have given them as gifts. I have hesitated to add essential oils bc of sensitive skin issues (I use the scrub on my face), but maybe I’ll do a test portion and see how it goes.
Mmmm I make a lavender scrub all the time but never thought to add rosemary! This sounds divine.
Perfect gift idea! I was looking homemade scrubs and here you are with this awesome blogpost!
Oh my goodness, I bet this would smell DIVINE. And major kudos on the packaging, too. There’s something so romantic about glass jars, twine, and tags, isn’t there? These turned out beautifully!
This is such a cute gift idea! I especially love the packaging! I’m probably going to have to make this for myself as well since the cold winter weather isn’t doing my skin any favors.
Wonderful tutorial! How long do the scrubs keep for? If I made them now, would they still be fresh for Christmas day?
Hi Katy, as long as they’re well sealed they should be just fine! They really only start to go bad when water and other contaminants are introduced into the scrub, which is why I recommend using a clean spoon to mix the scrub and scoop it from the jar instead of hands. After it’s been opened for a while, you’ll know if something’s off by the look/smell!
Mmm, I can smell the deliciousness from here!
Is there something I could use instead of the coconut oil, I am allergic to it.?
Hi Barb, I sometimes use almond oil and it works like a charm!
What a perfect Christmas gift, love the idea! I can almost smell it!
My two favorite scents! Thanks for sharing. Where do you get those cute jars?
These so beautiful, I love the smell of lavender with fresh mint or rosemary!
Such a beautiful site full of beautiful things. So luxe.
Interested in trying to DIY your own SPA products? Check out this link!


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Looking for a good dessert for Valentine’s Day I went through my archives and found a few that I thought would be perfect.
These lava cakes are good and simple to make.
Apple Pie Egg Rolls are a creative dessert.
What are you planning for dessert on Valentine’s Day?


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if you can´t speak German, please don´t hesitate to contact us, we speak and write English very well. We will have no problem understanding your desires and requests. Sometimes we are asked if we speak French. Sorry, we don´t.
Please understand this website is almost only available in German language. On the other hand some rubbers (the rubbers from SpinLord) also have texts in English. Please check the screenshot below. If we added a text in English to our website, it will appear in the place you can see in the screenshot. We will try to add more texts in English as fast as possible.
Please also visit www.spinlord.de for more information about us and our own brand SpinLord in English. On this newly made website you can also find some detailled informations about our SpinLord products.
We do that every day, so we can assure you the best possible service. We can also accept smaller orders. The minimum order amount is only € 15,00. If you order only rubbers, there is no minimum order amount.
You can order through this website. If you have problems to understand our website, you can place an order just by writing a normal E-Mail with your address and the items you want to order.
We suggest payment with using PayPal. If not possible, you can also wire money to our bank account, but be aware of high bank fees. PayPal costs you nothing, so it is the most economic option (we pay all PayPal fees). Sorry, we can´t accept credit cards.
To send us a payment with PayPal, please just follow this link: http://www.paypal.me/spinlord.
We will ship your order latest 2 working days after receiving your payment.
We will only charge you for items we have in stock.
We will reply to all E-Mails we receive within 24h from Monday - Friday excluding holidays.
We know exactly how to ship your order so it reaches you without damage and custom problems.
If your order still gets damaged or lost during transport we will send you replacement.
For every country shipping costs are different. We ship parcels with DHL (but not DHL Express), smaller orders with regular mail (post office). Please ask us for shipping costs for your order. We get special prices for larger parcels from DHL, so our shipping costs are very reasonable. We can´t offer cheap DHL Express shipping rates, but we can offer shipping as DHL Premium parcel instead of cheapest air way parcel if you wish for faster shipping.
more then 1 kg € 9,90 (DHL parcel) different for every country, please ask us !
included service: registered post with tracking number or insured DHL parcel if value is over € 20,00 registered post with tracking number for every order, DHL parcel (insured package) for larger orders.
items that can be shipped: everything everything except glue with VOC and balls made of Celluloid.
Important: This is not DHL Express !
DHL parcels take 2-5 days.
Post office mail takes longer sometimes for some countries.
Please ask us for more information. For most countries the shipping time will be 1-3 weeks. Please ask us for more details about shipping time to your country.
*19% vat tax are subtracted like follows: price including vat tax : 1.19.


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Showing results for tags 'smart harmony'.
It would be awesome if there were an adjustable frequency filter in the Smart Harmony effect that would allow the signal to pass un processed below the filter setting and processed above the setting. Is this possible?
Can the "Smart Harmony" do parallel 5ths?
My friend has a Spider IV that he's asked me to program. For one song we're doing (Yes' "Owner Of A Lonely Heart"), the solo requires parallel 5ths. I checked out the Spider IV advanced manual and it only appears to be able to deal "smart" harmonies. That is, you can't just program it to play a harmony a 5th above the sounded note. Is this correct?
Hi all! I have had the 500X for awhile now and I am really enjoying it!! I've been surprised at how well all of the pedals are done and they really emulate some good sounds of outrageously priced pedals. There is one pedal that I have had trouble replicating though and that is the micro pog. I tried the pitch up and a bass octaves paired together but the sound was unclear and it didn't balance out. Then I paired 2 smart harmonies together (using the major scale setting and one with +6 and the other with -6 shift) and it was better but still not full enough. Both also were shifting the pitch really odd and they were giving me some trouble. So, I was thinking about purchasing an actual micro pog and putting it in the pedal 2 input on the board. I was just wondering how that thing worked in the first place and even if I could properly place a micro pog in my chain whilst using the 500X. Thanks for the input guys!!


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If Travis Scott‘s gonna have to wait to repair his relationship with Kylie Jenner because they’re both too busy … at least he’s making a ton of money in the process.
But, while the rapper continues stockpiling career accolades, it’s been rocky waters at home.
As we first reported … Travis and Kylie haven’t had a chance to fully repair their relationship after she accused him of cheating, largely in part to each building their own empires.
For what it’s worth … Travis has just 10 more dates left on his tour.


text: While it’s not complete and ready to go yet, we’re working on getting CoasterPoll up and running. It is entirely custom, using Bootstrap 4 (yes, the one that’s currently in alpha testing), Slim 3, Eloquent, and Twig, along with a whole host of other libraries. I’m currently working on making a full list of different packages that are being used.


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Powerball fever is sweeping the country as Saturday's jackpot will be the seventh-highest jackpot ever and the fourth-largest Powerball jackpot at an estimated $625 million.
The cash value is $380.6 million before taxes and odds of winning are about 1 in 292.2 million. The jackpot could increase if ticket sales outpace expectations.
The jackpot has reached such a live level due to 24 drawings without a winner. The last Powerball winner can in late December, when a New York ticket won nearly $300 million.
The drawing is set for 10:59 p.m. in Atlanta. A livestream can be seen on the official Powerball website. It can be seen on television on local stations. A ticket costs $2.
The winning numbers on Wednesday were 10-14-50-53-63 with the Powerball 21.

industry_corpus2: Gaming


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In this field, high standards of non-contamination are required, also for the internal cleanability of the surgical/medical tools in contact with pharmaceutical products both in powder-type tableting machines, and machines for liquid antibiotics such as hoppers, tanks, dosage needles.
With the electropolishing and passivation treatment, all residues are removed during the preparation of the parts using polishing pastes. The decontaminated surface helps fight colonies of bacteria that can grow on hospital equipment and makes the steel easily sterilizable.

industry_corpus2: Biopharmaceuticals


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Bosch spares for dishwashers that do not fit into any of the current major sections that we have on the site.
If you have trouble finding or cant identify the Bosch spare part you require or you need more help please contact us and we will assist you to find the correct Bosch dishwasher part you need. Or for technical queries please use our dishwasher forum to get free help and advice from engineers that repair dishwashers.


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You can think of, lover.
When you don’t want to be alone.
After all it’s only a name.
And I’ll no more call you lover.
If you often think of mine.

industry_corpus2: Literature & Emotions


text: Nicole Banick is a Certified Physician Assistant and member of the Pediatric Trauma Service on the Minneapolis campus of Children's Minnesota. She obtained her Master's degree in physician assistant studies from St. Catherine University in St. Paul and completed her undergraduate degree at the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, MN. Her areas of interest include: pediatric emergency and hospital medicine. Nicole enjoys having the opportunity to care for the pediatric population within the community she was born and raised.


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Welsh Government have approved the Strategic Outline Case for the proposed Welshpool Town Primary Schools Project, part of which is the The Welshpool Church in Wales Project. The project forms part of Powys County Council's 21st Century Schools Programme, which aims to improve the learning environment for pupils across the County. The Programme is jointly funded by the Council and the Welsh Government.
The new school will replace the current Ardwyn Nursery and Infant School, Gungrog Church in Wales Nursery and Infant School, Oldford Nursery and Infant School.
The aim is for the new schools to be built and opened by September 2018.
The improvement project is jointly funded by Powys County Council and the Welsh Government 21t Century School Programme.


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Almost the entire town population of Whittier lives inside this 14-story building!
It is not often that we come across a single building dictating the habitation scope of an entire settlement. Well, the town of Whittier in Alaska, with its paltry 200-strong population treads this rare ambit – courtesy of the above pictured Begich Towers, a 14-story building which was originally built as a barrack in 1956.
To that incredible end, the imposing structure houses a myriad of civic establishments and amenities, including – a health clinic, a police station, church, two grocery stores, and of course a laundromat accompanied by a top-floor B&B. The school for children is located at a distance, and can only be reached via a covered tunnel. And, since all of the crucial infrastructures are located in close proximity to each other, the entire building/settlement espouses an intimacy scope of a surreal kind, with townsfolk having easy, walking-distance access to variant public facilities, like the police station.
Interestingly, the ‘town’ of Whittier can be reached by land through only a 2.5-mile long one-lane railroad tunnel, which is blocked during the night time. However, during the summer season, the settlement’s harbor is thronged by different marine-crafts, like sea boats and cruise ships – thus allowing over thousands of visitors. Of course, the winter works quite antithetically to this ceremonial vibe, with the area being often bombarded by over-60 mph winds and 250 inches snow. But still the townspeople continue to live their normal lifestyles, as is evident from a makeshift indoor playground used by kids, and protective boards that nonchalantly shield the local businesses from the unforgiving natural elements.

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For any information concerning guest events at the Prinzregententheater which are not organised by the Theaterakademie August Everding or one of the Bavarian State Theatres, please contact the relevant organiser.
People with disabilities are eligible for concessions on ticket prices at the Theaterakademie August Everding and at Bavarian State Theatres. In order to claim these concessions, your severely handicapped pass must bear the letters "EB", "Bl", "VB" or "B". Please note that these concessions only apply to ticket sales and that they cannot be used accumulatively or in combination or with subscriptions.
Concessionary tickets for severely disabled persons are not transferable and are only valid in conjunction with a valid severely handicapped pass. The accompanying person’s seat is next to the space for the disabled person; it cannot be exchanged for a different seat.
Unfortunately, concessionary tickets (e.g. tickets for the severely handicapped) are not available for sale online. This also applies to the deduction of vouchers, cerdits or subscription vouchers. These tickets are available from the telephone booking office and directly from the ticket counters.
with the letter "B" in their pass do not receive a concession. However, an accompanying person receives a concession of 100%.
with the letter "EB" or "VB" in their disabled pass and an accompanying person each receive a concession of 50% on the regular ticket price.
If you are a wheelchair user and have a valid admission ticket for an event at the Prinzregententheater, we offer you the possibility to inform us of your visit in good time so that the mobile ramps for access to the Large Auditorium can be provided on time. The admissions staff will be happy to provide on-site assistance.
There are two disabled parking spaces on Nigerstrasse, on the right of the Prinzregententheater.
The "Prinzregentenplatz" U-Bahn station has a lift.
lift to the ticket office at foyer level. N.B.: This lift is closed after performances when all the visitors have left the building. Please take note of this if you go to the Prinzipal restaurant after the performance. The restaurant staff will help you leave the building via the Gartensaal ramp.
The admissions staff will be happy to help you.
We would like to point out that the Prinzregententheater’s auditoriums do not have an induction loop system.
Parking: disabled parking on Nigerstrasse.

industry_corpus2: Film & Entertainment


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Which data are stored depends on the statutory requirements as well as how the customer would like to use the CARSYNC modules for their business purposes. As a principle, the CARSYNC telematics system only collects data if this is legal and absolutely necessary and when it serves to fulfil business objectives.
In order to provide an insight as to how we have won over a high number of managers and works councils, we briefly present the essential aspects of our data protection concept. The statutory requirements for the use of telematics in the company is explained below.
Dual control principle: When it comes to the use of personal data, the CARSYNC telematics system offers the possibility to install individual inspection gates. This ensures that employee data are processed only in compliance with statutory rules and regulations, such as the Works Constitution and Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG).
Data minimisation: The economical, anonymous or pseudonymised handling of data is formulated by law as a principle (see § 3 a BDSG). We have integrated the principle of data minimisation into our data protection concept and telematics system. In the development of our vehicle fleet software and telematics technology, care has been taken to ensure that personal data are only collected and processed, according to statutory provisions, if this required and if serves the success of the company. For example, it is important to ensure legal and tax certainty when using our electronic driving log.
Protection of personal privacy: Prior to driving, the employee can simply make a selection between personal and business travel. Personal and business travel are thus clearly separated from each other. Business trips which must be validated for offsetting tax can quickly and easily be combined into a single business trip using the CARSYNC fleet management system. Interruptions in the trip do not give any information on the reasons for the break or the stay.
Access log: If a person entitled to access, such as the managing director or the fleet manager, accesses data, this is logged by our web-based telematics system. This makes it possible, as required by law, to ensure transparency and monitoring by external persons, for example through the personnel department or works council. This ensures transparency and protection against data misuse. In addition, it is not possible to manipulate driving log entries, which is a prerequisite for recognition by the tax office.
Obligation of Confidentiality: All employees involved in the maintenance, support and development of our fleet management system have signed a declaration of confidentiality. This means that an obligation of confidentiality and special data protection guidelines are in place with respect to processing of personal and vehicle data. This therefore enables us, as a service provider and producer, to fulfil an important legal duty.
Data storage: For storing and securing your data, we have a binding agreement with one of the world's leading CLOUD service providers: GLOBAL ACCESS. The data centre is located in Germany. The VISPIRON servers are also stationed there and protected from data misuse by the highest security standards.
Data transmission: The telematics box (onboard computer) is the heart of the CARSYNC web-based fleet management system. The modular design allows a wide range of telematics functions to meet your needs, thus reducing your vehicle costs and increasing driver safety. For example, GPS information is used to quickly and accurately communicate job and route changes. All GPS vehicle data are transferred to the VISPIRON server using the latest GPRS technology. SSL-VPN encryption technology is used for data transmission to the WEB portal. Vehicles are therefore protected against unauthorised access.
These and other measures provide the highest level of security and protection for your company and telematics data. For questions, special requests or a quotation, please do not hesitate to contact our fleet management experts. The first consultation is free and without obligation.
CARSYNC telematics technology reduces costs and CO2 emissions, creates employee acceptance and transparency and ensures tax and legal certainty!
With CARSYNC's fleet management system, you are way ahead of your competitors and save money!
What is the Legal Basis for Telematics in the Company?
Our concept of data protection has already won over many national and international clients from a variety of industries. So why hesitate? Use CARSYNC telematics technology in your company and permanently cut down on vehicle costs while securing sales and jobs. With our GPS system, various business processes in vehicle fleet management can be automated and optimised. Despite the great economic and environmental advantages for employees and employers, offered by our GPS and web-based telematics system, many companies and employees are still sceptical about using telematics.
According to the 2016 fleet barometer, only 22 percent of companies in Germany use telematics technologies to optimise mobility, reduce fleet costs and secure jobs. It is often feared that the driver will be fully monitored using a GPS fleet telematics system. This concern is justified and must be taken seriously, however it can be resolved with our data protection concept and modular CARSYNC telematics system.
It is not the case that the use of telematics systems in the company is fundamentally banned. Therefore, we would like to set out for you the most important statutory regulations to be observed when using telematics for corporate purposes and to demonstrate that telematics can be used in the company. Central to this, is the respect of personal privacy and co-determination as well as data protection.
Complete position monitoring, as theoretically possible via a GPS telematics system, is not legally permitted and in practical terms not at all necessary. In principle, each person has the right to freely determine his/her data according to Constitutional law (see Article 2 in conjunction with Article 1). However, in order to use a GPS telematics system to optimise the management of travel routes, order delivery and deadlines, it is required that a company vehicle is assigned to a specific driver for business purposes.
How such an agreement has to be made is described in § 4 a BDSG. The decisive factor here is that the person concerned has consented in writing and voluntarily. However, the purpose is also decisive, since the company is pursuing the use of telematics. The use of telematics is not just about reducing costs, but also about the safety of the driver and the maintenance of employment. These positive effects also play a decisive role in the use of a telematics system in the company. With regard to § 4 paragraph 1 BDSG the question arises: Is there a law or a legal regulation that makes the automated use of personal data (see § 3 BDSG) or telematics data legitimate?
This paragraph indicates that automated data collection is permitted for necessary business purposes if the legitimate interests of the data subject are not impaired. The latter must be observed - which we have ensured with our data protection concept. It should also be pointed out again, that an assignment is legitimate if there is a corresponding legal provision - this is given in: § 32 BDSG in conjunction with § 87 the Works Constitution Act (BetrVG).
Important: If the use of automated telematics functions in the company has been arranged clearly and mutually, by means of an factory agreement, working agreement or collective agreement, there is generally no longer any obstacle to application. If such a clear regulation or individual agreement does not exist, the use of telematics can be made legitimate by the necessary business purpose: For example, if the employer or the employee is obliged to keep a continuous logbook, due to the business and personal use of the company car, in order to validate trips for the purpose of reducing tax. Ultimately, however, it depends on the specific business purpose and the need and necessity of the individual case.
“(2) Paragraph 1 shall also apply where personal data are collected, processed or used without being processed automatically or processed into, or from, a non-automated file, or collected for processing or use in such a file.
In addition, according to § 10 BDSG, it is permissible to set up an automated procedure, which allows the transfer of personal data by call-off. However, this shall only apply if the interests of those concerned are protected and the tasks or business purposes of the bodies involved so require it. It is also important to ensure that the retrieval procedure can be monitored.
Insofar as it concerns monitoring and legitimate interests of the person concerned, the representative bodies of the employees are called upon, as is also apparent from § 87 para. 3 of the Works Constitution Act (BetrVG). We have integrated all these important duties and criteria into the CARSYNC data protection concept and accordingly designed the telematics system.
This point also relates to telematics systems that use GPS functions to derive telematics data for the safety of drivers and to optimise fleet management, for example, in the form of digitised management of routes, delivery orders and deadlines, as well as electronic driving license inspection.
1. Operations without a works council: The individual employee must assess whether the specific use of GPS fleet telematics is illegitimate or necessary to fulfil certain business purposes. If the use of telematics is necessary (see § 32 BDSG, for example), and if there are no legitimate interests opposing it, the use is legitimate.
2. Operations with a works council: The nature of the use of telematics data depends not only on the voluntary consent of the employee, it also must occur in coordination with the representative body of the employees.
Important: Telematics also serves to secure employment and protect the employees. This is also one of the general tasks of the works council, as is particularly clear from § 80 paragraph 1 Nos. 1 and 8.
Tip: In order to ensure that the use of a telematics system is not referred to an arbitration authority for a decision (see § 87 BetrVG para. 2), we recommend you define the purpose of use in accordance with the business purpose and consult with the employee or works council in advance. Our data protection concept and our modular telematics system provides you with an optimum basis to ensure legal security and protection of personal privacy. Our experts will be pleased to assist you in finding a consensual solution.
With CARSYNC, a legal and consensual use of telematics in fleet management and the approval of the works council can be ensured. The modularity ensures a high degree of flexibility so that you can define the telematics functions according to your area of business. We will be pleased to assist you in winning over your works council and employees, as well as securing employment and data.
Despite careful research, we cannot give an absolute guarantee that the information is up-to-date, correct and complete.

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Subject of Possible Rule Making: To update the commute trip reduction (CTR) performance grant program.
Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: Updating the rules will clarify the commute trip reduction performance-based grant program and the parameters for participation by private employers, public agencies, nonprofit organizations, developers, and property managers.
Other Federal and State Agencies that Regulate this Subject and the Process Coordinating the Rule with These Agencies: The commute trip reduction task force (RCW 70.94.537) is charged with establishing the award rate for the grant program (RCW 70.94.996).
Interested parties can participate in the decision to adopt the new rule and formulation of the proposed rule before publication by contacting Robinson Hartsell, P.O. Box 47387, Olympia, WA 98504-7387, (360) 705-7508.


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We bought an Aleutian 51 and are now living on her as a whole family, including the Great Dane. We bought Tulum V in February 2018 and moved onto her as a whole family in July 2018. I retired in July as well; so I’ve been working on her consistently since then. She’s in need of LOTS of TLC, overhaul of several systems and just simple regular maintenance. But,,,,I’m in love with her. She’s got strong bones, has proven to sail well, has well-thought out blue water features and is built like a tank (in Taiwan). From information collected on this website before, during and after the sale of the boat, we think only 11 of these sailboats were built, but they are still considered production boats. Some were built in Taiwan and several were built in Canada. I’ve been in contact with at least five different current or former owners, who all rave about the boats. There’s a great deal of work to be done on her, keep following for those updates as we go along.
Our first sailboat was a 2000 Hunter 460 and only had two owners prior to our purchase of her. She wasn’t perfect, but she was perfect for us at the time.
In November of 2017 we sold Tulum IV to the right buyer. I’m a huge proponent of the fact that a boat will sell when the right buyer comes along, it can’t really be forced. The new buyers told us they were going to prep Tulum IV for the 2018 Baja Ha-Ha and sail away in October of 2018….and they did. I’m proud that they did what they said they were going to do.
I started looking at boats on the internet in 2009 but didn’t actually start looking at boats for real until 2011. Once I started looking at actual boats, I toured lots of boats (more than 50) and dragged my wife through tours of at least 25 different boats. Rightly or wrongly, I was set on a leaky teaky (something older, heavier and built in Taiwan)….but also realized that buying an older, heavier boat might require a lot of money AFTER purchase to bring up to a cruising standard. I did find older boats that had already been brought up to a high standard, but the prices reflected. I also learned the financing and marine survey game. Basically, if the Marine Survey won’t support the accepted offer you make, most banks won’t finance the purchase or will require you to put down the difference in cash. We wanted to buy with a Zero Down Loan (since we had little cash), so we needed to find a boat where the survey would match our offer. We also learned the game of buying an older boat that might have gear we wanted but needed cash to upgrade or buying a slightly new boat (more expensive up front) that had gear we wanted but needed less cash for upgrades. After hauling and surveying two different sailboats, we chose a 2000 Hunter 460.
I admit that I felt a bit sorry for my broker throughout the process, because he continued to show me boats (which took up his time) that I didn’t have the financing or “buy-in” to actually buy. And, he probably knew it. This is why he earned my trust and admiration as a broker; he was always willing to listen and tell me the truth (even when I didn’t want to hear it) but year after year he would continue to show me boats or arrange for us to see boats in far-off parts of California. Mr. Clark Hardy with Yachtfinders/Windseakers in San Diego has a vast amount of sailing knowledge and has continued to help me whenever I call or email for information, which is very appreciated. At a mini-boat show event at Yachtfinders in 2013, we actually went aboard the same boat that we would eventually buy, but didn’t realize she was the right boat and it wasn’t the right time to buy anyways. We would eventually realize she was the right boat and would agree as a couple that we wanted to buy a boat AND go cruising. This is important to me…..my wife wasn’t just agreeing to buy a boat, she was agreeing to go adventuring with me and the family!
Social Media: LiveFree2SailFast is not on Facebook or Instagram, you gotta follow this blog to see our stuff! But we are on Pinterest and YouTube.


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After three months of applying the $88-a-month serum, Ms. Imhof was so excited by the results that she overcame her embarrassment about the subject and posted her own before-and-after photos on Facebook.
Not only Ayurveda but even the ancient Egyptian medicine used aloe vera to prevent hair loss. Aloevera contains enzymes that can eradicate dead cells on our scalp so that they do not clog the hair follicles. Clogging of hair follicles prevent nutrients from entering the hair roots. Aloe vera’s alkalizing properties also help in maintaining hair’s pH level at optimum level promoting hair growth.


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This will be a planning meeting to look at how we see our group progressing and plan what we are doing next.
The Black Bull is owned by an SNP member who is giving us the room for free so although the meeting will last the usual time, (about an hour and a half) we are free to stay on and use the room for the rest of the evening so please stay on for a drink if you can. The social aspect of our group is important too!
We are keen to take our meetings throughout East Ayrshire so if you know of a reasonably priced venue please let us know and we will arrange a meeting. We are particularly keen to get to the more southern part of East Ayrshire - Ballochmyle, Cumnock and Doon.


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There are several places in the world that people dream about visiting. From picturesque beaches to bustling cities, the list is jam-packed with destinations around the world. Year after year, Paris makes the list for most popular vacation spot and most popular honeymoon spot for its awe-inspiring architecture and culture. There are many ways to end a day in Paris. Eat ice cream underneath the Eiffel Tower, watch the flame crackle by the Arc de Triomphe, or perhaps enjoy a scenic view of the city of lights from Sacre Coeur.
Sacre Coeur is a majestic cathedral that was completed in the early nineteenth century. The facade is made entirely of marble and it looms over Paris like a guardian, watching over the city as the sun sets. You can take a taxi to the foot of the church or use the funicular and explore the quaint, peaceful cobblestone streets illuminated by lamps hanging from wires above. From here, you are able to capture the beauty of the building firsthand and truly see how ornate and enormous it is. Turn around, and Sacre Coeur does not fail to impress with a stunning view of Paris and her lovely monuments. The Notre Dame cathedral, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and even the world-famous Louvre are visible from the top of this gorgeous landmark.
Once you get to Sacre Coeur, there are endless ways to spend your time. What we like to do is eat at one of the little cafes by the edge of the hill where you can get a view of the entire city and take a few photos. Then, walk up to the foot of Sacre Coeur and, if it’s open, take a peek inside. Remember to always be respectful and courteous when visiting these landmarks and obey all rules and regulations. Most of Paris’ top attractions are heavily protected and require that you abide by all posted and verbal regulations. Sacre Coeur is no different. Once you exit the cathedral, you can take one more look at the skyline before winding down the cobblestone streets. By now, you are ready for dessert and there is everything from tiny crepe shops to Haagen Dazs ice cream on the mountain top. Take the funicular down and enjoy the descent as you take in the entire the city of lights.
Out of all the landmarks we visited while touring the city, Sacre Coeur offered the most memorable experience and we cannot wait to return to one of our favorite places in all of France.
Lakshmi’s Comments: Sacre Couer is one spot I had heard very little about before visiting Paris, and in my heart it will always remain my most cherished part of the city. Why? First, it is situated in the bohemian neighborhood of Montmarte where Van Gogh once lived with his brother Theo, where Degas and Zola have their final resting places, and of course, the site that is notable for the presence of the cabaret Moulin Rouge. I found it to be the most romantic site in all of Paris, a place away from the maddening crowds, the serenity of the church juxtaposed against one of the liveliest cities below. This was probably why Indira Gandhi’s husband proposed to her here. We sat there for several hours, listening to music, watching people come and go, and looking at the glow cast on the basilica by the setting sun, feeling so content in an act as simple as sitting on the footsteps of a church at the highest point of Paris.


text: Technological Change and the Environmental Imperative considers the extent of the success of polluting industries in becoming cost-efficient whilst acquiring less polluting technologies, in the face of fierce competition. The authors also discuss what has been the impact of privatisation on this process and what lessons have been learnt. Against this backdrop, and drawing on case material from Chile, China, Peru and Russia, the book goes on to assess the latest technological breakthroughs, and their possible future impact on cost efficiency and the environment.

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Acidic foods are those with a low-PH – they tend to be very tart or sour when eaten in high quantities and they can have some negative side effects. Whilst many foods vary in PH and some acidic foods do have other health-positive qualities, we might want to avoid them if we suffer from indigestion, heart burn, acid reflux or any variety of dental conditions. Or simply if we want nice teeth!
Orange juice is a favorite beverage in the UK and US, but it has a high acidity due to the high concentrations of added sugar and the fact that the orange, itself, is a highly-acidic citrus fruit. Despite the vitamins that we might get by drinking large quantities, this will damage the teeth and cause excessive sugar intake.
2. Citrus fruits: Lemons and Limes esp.
Why anyone would choose to eat lemons and limes by themselves totally escapes us: they taste acidic. However, to those who do this, it is important to remember that the concentrated juice of citrus fruits like lemon and lime are around a 2-2.5 on the Ph scale, making them incredibly acidic. These are the most acidic fruits that don’t cause serious digestive problems. Eating too many is asking for trouble.
Sour grapes or not, we should be careful consuming too many grapes as they are profoundly acidic. With an average PH in the low-3s, depending on the colour and age, grapes can cause serious damage to tooth enamel, especially among those who have been clinically-diagnosed as at risk for such problems.
Sauerkraut is a form of pickled cabbage popular in central-eastern Europe and has been paired with a variety of foods such as wurst in German culinary culture. The problem, however, is that the pickling process is already a cause for acidity and the fact that cabbage is already an acidic vegetable means that it is even more of a problem – Sauerkraut may be poor for both the teeth and the digestive system.
White bread has had an awful few years in terms of publicity: refined carbohdyrates are both metabolically-unpleasant and mildly acidic. The grains that are generally used to create these products are degrading and fermenting from the start. White bread is just one example, but a variety of other foodstuffs such as flour-based cakes are also mildly acidic.
Some cuts of pork are also acidic – the fattier, lower-quality cuts are associated with greater acidity content. Whilst this may suggest a slight reduction in pork, the real problem is associated with the consumption of heavily-processed “pork products” such as hot dogs. These foods are both acidic and linked to the increased chance of developing colorectal cancer.
As with pork, some low-quality cuts of beef, or those which are not particularly fresh or fed on low-quality feed, will be considerably higher in acidity than their healthier counterparts. Consuming heavily processed or poor-quality beef (below grade-A, for example) may mean consuming unexpected quantities of acidic food.
Alcohol is acidic by definition: alcohols are ethanol combined with sugar. Ethanol is an acid and is responsible for the alcohol content of a wide variety of alcohols, produced through the fermentation process of either fruits or grains. Fermenting causes various compounds in the original foods to break down and become acidic. There are many reasons to ditch alcohol and this is just one of them.
Vinegar is high in acetic acid, with quantities concentrations of around 3-9%. This means that excessive consumption of vinegar will not dry your veins out, but it will damage the teeth and possibly the stomach depending on the individual’s health.
Wine is an alcohol and acidic by definition, but white wine is especially bad, given the concentration of fermented white grapes – the more acidic variety of grapes. The fermentation of grapes is a combination of two red flags and means we should definitely avoid white wine, even more than alcohol more generally.
Mass-produced, HCF-based soft drinks are common in the English-speaking world and are awful for a variety of reasons. Firstly, the full-sugar, HCF-based drinks are acidic due to the high content of refined sugar. The diet versions, however, are associated with the acidity of their sweeteners (this will depend on the specific sweetener that is used).
We’ve already discussed how vinegar is an incredibly acidic substance, so it is unsurprising that pickling otherwise-healthy foods in vinegar might make them more acidic. Avoid foods such as pickled eggs, olives or pickles which have been stewed in vinegar. If olives aren’t a strong enough taste without adding acid to them, you may have deeper problems!
As mentioned above, the vast majority of sweeteners are also acidic, composed of various synthetical chemicals with a low Ph (not that being synthetic is a bad thing in itself). These are contained in a wide variety of products: whilst they may generally be better for health than sugars, they are far from perfect and should be limited among those who are acid-sensitive.
A testament to the fact that not all acidic foods should be avoided, pecans are an example of a perfectly healthy food that may have negative effects on those who are worried about their dental health or acid reflux, as they are both acidic and high in fat.
Finally, it is important to avoid low-quality oils – not only are they acidic but they are highly concentrated sources of low-quality polyunsaturated oils. Canola, for example, should be reduced in the diet where possible. Focus should be placed on consuming healthier oils such as olive oil.
We’ve listed some of the most acidic foods that are commonly eaten. It is important to remember that this does not mean that we should always avoid these foods, but that we should closely monitor our intake – especially if we suffer from digestive acidity problems or dental conditions – and ensure that a proper balance of foods is consumed at any given time. Humans are slightly acidic by composition and the acidity of food does not mean that it is unhealthy or bad, simply that it is constituted by a high number of H– molecules – whilst these might affect our health they are not a fool-proof method of structuring a diet. For example, pecans are a healthy food despite their acidity.


text: Broderick Crawford and John Derek kick up a lot of dust in this rock 'em sock 'em 1950s western classic. Three bad guys are on the run with money stolen from a rancher, and a sheriff's posse sets out after the scoundrels. When they return, it's without the money, and with the sheriff badly wounded.


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On 28 April 2014, I started writing my blog. Initially my posts were only in Dutch and rather negative following my 2010-2013 divorce battle and my 2013-2014 burn-out.
My number of daily views was low. This number has been increasing ever since I changed to the English language by the end of 2014.
Nowadays, most of my readers are located in France - for reasons unknown. Perhaps, it relates to my choice of topics.
The UK may soon overtake #3 USA. My home country, the Netherlands, is still #4. The United Arab Emirates is another mystery to me.
Belgium makes sense as I lived and worked there. Italy is another - recent - mystery. The Polish readers may relate to my Russia related topics.
Based on the Top 10 of my most read blogs, the unique number of readers appears to be some 1,000 people worldwide.
That number corresponds with some 1,000 daily views and some 25,000 to 30,000 monthly views. Seasonal highs and lows can have an enormous impact. December 2017 started low and jumped as of mid December.
The response to my blog is still minimal. Usually, this doesn't affect me. Primarily, I write for myself. All blogs must however also have a benefit for (unknown) others.
I wish all of you a happy and healthy 2018. No doubt, it will be another interesting year with many changes in the 7 Belief systems (ie, Love, Money, Philosophy, Politics, Religion, Science, and the Truth), and its 3 domains (Love, Knowledge and Power).


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BMS-790052 is an NS5A inhibitor under investigation for the treatment of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
PSI-7977 is a phosphoramidate prodrug of PSI-7851, a nucleoside analog that, when phosphorylated, inhibits the RNA-dependent RNA polymerase of hepatitis C virus (EC50 = 92 nM).
PSI-6206 is the deaminated derivative of PSI-6130, which is a potent inhibitor of hepatitis C virus (HCV) replication in the subgenomic HCV reolicon system.
Faldaprevir is a hepatitis C virus protease inhibitor.
MK 8742, also known as Elbasvir, is a HCV NS5A inhibitor, which is an all-oral, interferon-free regimen for the treatment of HCV infection.
GS-9451, a novel hepatitis C virus (HCV) nonstructural 3/4a (NS3/4a) protease inhibitor, is highly active in patients infected with HCV genotype 1 (GT 1).
MK-5172 is a novel P2-P4 quinoxaline macrocyclic HCV NS3/4a protease inhibitor currently in clinical development.
RO-9187 is a potent inhibitor of HCV virus replication in the replicon system (IC(50) = 171 +/- 12 nM; CC(50) >1 mM).
VCH-759 is a non-nucleoside inhibitor of HCV RNA-dependent polymerase with sub-micromolar IC50 values versus genotype 1a/1b replicons.
HCV-796 is a selectively inhibitor of hepatitis C virus (HCV) NS5B RNA-dependent RNA polymerase.
Simeprevir is a potent inhibitor of HCV NS3/4A protease (Ki = 0.36 nM) and viral replication (replicon EC50 = 7.8 nM).
Vaniprevir is a non-covalent competitive inhibitor of the hepatitis C virus (HCV) NS3/4A protease.
Celgosivir is an alpha-glucosidase I inhibitor for the potential treatment of HCV infection.
Danoprevir is a potent inhibitor of the HCV NS3/4A serine protease.
VX-222 is a small molecule non-nucleoside inhibitor of HCV NS5B polymerase that is being investigated for the treatment of hepatitis C virus infection.
Telaprevir (VX-950) is known as protease inhibitors that inhibits the hepatitis C virus NS3.4A serine protease.
Anguizole is a small molecule inhibits HCV replication and alters NS4B's subcellular distribution.
Asunaprevir is an inhibitor of the viral enzyme serine protease NS3.
Boceprevir is a protease inhibitor used as a treatment for hepatitis C genotype 1.
Balapiravir (R1626, RG1626) is the prodrug of a nucleoside analogue inhibitor of the hepatitis C virus (HCV) RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (R1479, RG1479).
VCH-916 is a novel nonnucleoside HCV NS5B polymerase inhibitor.
PSI-6130(R 1656) is a Hepatitis C Virus Nucleoside Inhibitor.
Ciluprevir is a specific and potent peptidomimetic inhibitor of the HCV NS3 protease.
MK-5172 is a selective inhibitor of Hepatitis C virus NS3/4a protease with broad activity across genotypes and resistant variants.
GS-9451 is a potent macrocyclic HCV NS3 PI that achieved a median maximal change in HCV RNA of 3.6 log10 IU/mL (range, -4.7 log10 to -3.1 log10 IU/mL) following 3-day monotherapy in treatment-nave patients with HCV genotype 1 infection during phase I.


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Monetization of web traffic is a type of activity that cyber threat actors heavily engage in their malicious schemes. This tactic features a twofold benefit for the hackers. It is profitable due to third parties’ interest in the associated advertising opportunities. Furthermore, no one can really sue and prosecute them for hijacking web browsers, because it’s the end users who accept the obtrusive terms without realizing the risk.
Safebrowsing.biz seems like a fairly commonplace web search portal that accommodates a keyword lookup functionality and provides links to potentially useful resources in one place. In fact, there are no hidden scripts, exploits or drive-by downloads on that page that could harm a visitor’s computer in any way. When analyzing infections like this, though, it makes sense establishing the ties between a domain name and a supporting application that drives traffic to the site. There is an affiliated cross-browser add-on that configures popular Internet navigation clients to resolve Safebrowsing.biz URL upon certain standard events. The extension triggers an automatic redirect when the user opens Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome or Internet Explorer. The same happens when the victim opens a new tab or uses the web address bar to type a search query and get the results.
The underlying effect involves a replacement of the user’s online preferences with the URL under consideration. This occurs without prior authorization of such changes, at least that’s what the infected users think. However, the phase of terms acceptance is typically in place across these attack incidents. When downloading a bundle of several freeware products, the default setup mode implies that all components of the package will end up on the PC as long as the person clicks ‘OK’ or ‘I Agree’ once. Most adware threats and other PUAs (Potentially Unwanted Applications) are distributed in this fashion, where technically users opt into using them but typically aren’t aware of it.
Having obtained unsanctioned control over the homepage, search and new tab preferences in all browsers running on the host machine, the adware keeps rerouting the victim to Safebrowsing.biz. The redirects may also occur when a random application is opened, because the offending code tends to alter the shortcut settings for software other than browsers alone. The unwelcome website in question returns search results by a different provider that’s legitimate. The results pages will contain ads above the fold – that’s the whole gist of this campaign.
Any sane user’s first reaction under these circumstances is to uninstall the troublemaking add-on and enter the correct values for the skewed preferences. Unfortunately, this methodology doesn’t always work with adware like Safebrowsing.biz. What does help is a tried and trusted anti-hijacking technique.
The extermination of Safebrowsing.biz adware can be efficiently accomplished with reliable security software. Sticking to the automatic cleanup technique ensures that all components of the infection get thoroughly wiped out from your system.


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Tsasis, P.; Agrawal, N.; Guriel, N. An Embedded Systems Perspective in Conceptualizing Canada’s Healthcare Sustainability. Sustainability 2019, 11, 531.
Tsasis P, Agrawal N, Guriel N. An Embedded Systems Perspective in Conceptualizing Canada’s Healthcare Sustainability. Sustainability. 2019; 11(2):531.
Tsasis, Peter; Agrawal, Nirupama; Guriel, Natalie. 2019. "An Embedded Systems Perspective in Conceptualizing Canada’s Healthcare Sustainability." Sustainability 11, no. 2: 531.


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GlobalMarket Group is an international trade marketing corporation. Now with more than 30 field offices and a staff of 1,000, the company is committed to establishing the GMC (Global Manufacturer Certificate) Community, where qualified Chinese manufacturers are incorporated and able to stand out among the rest. By attending global exhibitions, offering eMarketing and providing sourcing solutions, GlobalMarket bridges the gap between global buyers and GMC manufacturers.
In 2004, GlobalMarket established GMC (Global Manufacturer Certificate), a standard with which to evaluate qualified manufacturers, using the 8 GMC Benchmarks, which were developed after surveying approximately 20,000 international buyers. GMC aims to save buyers time when screening suitable Chinese manufacturers as well as lower the potential risk in the process of sourcing. GlobalMarket’s member manufacturers have been on-site factory audited by the world’s leading certification authorities, such as ITS and TÜV. Only those in accordance with GMC standard can be awarded the certification, as well as the detailed GMC Audit Report.
GlobalMarket sets up a consultancy department to provide in-depth and tailor-made matching solutions for global buyers. Accurate product matching identifies suitable Chinese suppliers and products at the specific request of buyers. Anytime sourcing meetings offer various ways for qualified Chinese manufacturers and professional global buyers to meet with each other at the most convenient and appropriate times and places. The video matching conference, office sourcing meetings, factory tours and sourcing salons are examples of those solutions.
GlobalMarket now boasts a global buyer community, including GE, Wal-Mart, Carrefour, Home Depot and Auchan. The company provides tailor-made sourcing services for these international sourcing giants in China, as well as professional logistic services, such as, trade lane information quotation inquiries, online bookings and track & trace services.
Primarily, the GMC members are leading export experts in China, such as, Haier, the fourth largest white appliance manufacturer in the world and the most valuable brand name of China; Midea, a top 20 Chinese enterprise of global competitive strength; Glanz, the largest microwave oven manufacturer in the world; Little Swan, the third biggest washing machine manufacturer in the world; Supor, the captain of the cookware industry in China and the third largest in the world; TCL; Changhong; and Chigo are all among this elite group.