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The new contract offers more pay, more job security, and more work for CWA members. As we see AT&T's non-union competition eliminate thousands of jobs, close a dozen call centers, and cut back on pay, we are fighting back against these headwinds for real improvements in the wireless industry.
What is the CWA Members Relief Fund?
It is a fund that provides assistance to members and agency fee payers during sanctioned strikes. It is funded by ¼ hour of basic wages per month per member or agency fee payer eligible to strike.
How do I get striker benefits?
Strikers are required to perform strike duty. The Local determines the amount of strike duty. Strike assignments may include, but are not limited to: picket duty, phone duty, email duty, etc. If you have a medical condition or problem that would prevent you from walking a picket line, we can assign your duties. Before any strike benefits are paid a Striker Certification Form must be filled out and on file at the Local office.
What are the weekly benefits to strikers?
The CWA Members Relief Fund provides striker a strike benefit of $200 per week beginning with the 15th day of the strike, $300 per week beginning with the 29th day of the strike, and $400 beginning on the 57th day of the strike.
Are weekly strike benefits taxed?
Strike benefits are taxed similar to the way interest on a savings account is taxed. If you receive over $600 in strike benefits in one year, the Local will send you a 1099 Form.
If you have any questions, please contact the local office at (217)892-8700. If you haven't already done so, please fill out the striker certification form and email it to treasurer@cwa4202.org or fax it to (217)892-5558.
A scab is someone who crosses a picket line and decides not to fight alongside her brothers and sisters. Scabs make it easier for AT&T to lower wages and benefits. Anyone who scabs should think about how she is selling out her coworkers for some short term crumbs from the company.
But I have a family to support. I can’t afford to strike.
Striking is hard for everyone. There will be 21 thousand members across the country, many single moms with kids, who will be doing the right thing and striking if and when the time comes. Everyone is in the same boat. CWA has a multi-million dollar Strike Fund. We are a family, and we will take care of each other.
Did anyone lose their home or car during last year’s Verizon strike?
No. In addition to the normal strike checks members will receive if the strike lasts longer than 14 days, CWA has special funds available to pay for members who face financial emergencies during any strike. CWA paid mortgage and rent and car payments for many members who could prove that they could not afford to cover such bills during the strike.
During the 49 day Verizon strike, not a single member lost his home, or car. Not a single member was denied necessary medical care for themselves or families.
Can I get absence points or get fired during the strike?
No. Striking is a legally protected activity, and anyone on strike will not get any points or be disciplined or terminated for striking.
Is it legal for managers to ask me if I will strike?
No. This is an Unfair Labor Practice, and a violation of Federal Law.
What if a strike falls during my vacation?
Members who are on an approved vacation during a strike will get paid by the company, as usual.
What did we learn during the Verizon strike?
We learned that customers are enormously sympathetic to labor issues these days. During the Verizon strike last year, most customers honored our picket lines. This caused the company to lose millions in revenue, which ultimately helped the union win the strike.
We also learned that Verizon retail workers especially hardly made any money in empty stores.
We encourage people to ask their grandparents why they shouldn’t scab. The union movement and indeed the middle class was built by workers in previous generations rising to the challenge during past labor disputes. Do you have what it takes to follow in your grandparent’s steps and fight back?
A scab is a two-legged animal with a cork-screw soul, a water-logged brain, a combination backbone of jelly and glue. Where others have hearts, he carries a tumor of rotten principles.
When a scab comes down the street, men turn their backs and angels weep in heaven, and the Devil shuts the gates of Hell to keep him out. No man has a right to scab so long as there is a pool of water to drown his carcass in, or a rope long enough to hang his body with. Judas Iscariot was a gentleman compared with a scab. For betraying his master, he had character enough to hang himself. A scab has not.
In today’s fake NEWS NOW, they said “if a call center or retail store closing results in a surplus, employees will be guaranteed a job offer in our Mobility business”. The truth is the job literally can be anywhere in the country. There is no limit on distance.
If you work in a Call Center where multiple job duties are performed, and specific functions of that Call Center are outsourced that result in a surplus of any title and the Center remains open, then no one is protected under this proposal.
If the company decides to surplus the Sales Support Representative (SSR) title, and the store remains open, no one is protected in their proposal.
If you are lucky to receive a job offer, they will give you 1 day to decide if you want to accept the offer or it will be considered you rejected the offer.
While today’s email states that their offer means “employees will be guaranteed a job offer;” the real truth is the proposal says: “If a job offer is not made within 6 months from the date the employee is notified of the surplus, the employee will continue under the terms of Article 14, Force Adjustment,” which means if they don’t have a job to offer you within 6 months, you take your severance and leave. This is not a guaranteed job.
They also have a section in there that says that the company retains the right in its sole discretion to cancel or suspend employment security commitment at any time due to business conditions.
The Company has been posting misinformation to you since they decided to send out their ridiculous “final offer”. The more we discuss their final offer, the more misinformation we uncover. Your Bargaining Team has conveyed our disgust to the company over their actions, and it is comforting to see our membership standing united and not falling for their propaganda. Talks continued this week and the Union passed our full counter proposal to the company that includes all those issues you’ve identified as a priority in this round of bargaining.
The Company continues to reject proposals surrounding flexible EWP time, a fair absence plan, real job security, new work for technicians, call sharing language that would protect call center workers, language securing retail jobs and addressing the issues facing our supply/warehouse members. Rather than share their enormous profits with the workers that make them profitable, the Company would rather mislead their employees and try to convince them that less is more. Discussions at the table are scheduled to continue throughout the weekend. We are here fighting and we need you to be mobilized and angry in the workplace.
Stay strong Brothers and Sisters. When We fight, We Win!
had record numbers of members join this call and stay with us for a lively Q&A session.
President Dennis Trainor, the bargaining committee, and mobilizers answer questions.
Local leaders for the most up to date information on bargaining and mobilization.
this, AT&T is extending your opportunity to enroll and correct any error by two weeks.
Thanks to all of you who reported problems with the open enrollment.
Call Centers. We will revisit this next week when bargaining reconvenes.
not exactly fake news, it is misleading and aimed at dividing our membership.
the next four years. AT&T needs to be more forthcoming with the truth.
Act and we anticipate we will hear back from the Labor Board soon.
while we work on issues other than wages and benefits, such as working conditions.
Call Centers, we were finally joined by Bradley Petrick, the AVP over ATS call centers.
enlightening, did not resemble in any way what you have told us actually occurs.
bargaining chair is cleared to travel soon.
Thursday evening, October 19th. We look forward to hearing from you.
Note: You cannot be disciplined for following management's rules. In fact, you can be disciplined for NOT following management's rules. So, if any manager complains that your work-output is too slow as a result of following their rules, ask them to put in writing which step you should skip. Unless you get something in writing from your boss, be sure to follow all their rules, even if your manager complains that things are taking too long.
What is “Skip No Steps”?
Skip No Steps is a reminder that all members should follow all work rules from management.
Why should we do “Skip No Steps” now?
While we are working without a contract, members do not have arbitration rights. Even though we still have the right to the grievance process, this lack of arbitration rights can potentially put members in increased jeopardy, especially while we are coming up on a busy sales season. One way to mitigate this risk it to make sure we are all following the rules the company has laid out for us.
Is this designed to slow down our work?
No. Skip No Steps is designed to protect our members during this stressful period when we don’t have arbitration rights.
I am a technician. Is there a specific example of a rule I should be following.
Technicians should follow all rules imposed by management. Follow the MOP (Method of Procedure). One important example is the Vehicle Safety Check and Safety Exercises. AT&T mandates that all members do an exhaustive safety check of our vehicles before each tour, and do stretches and exercise to lower the risk of injury (Pre-Driving Vehicle Inspection). Be sure to do this comprehensive safety check and exercise/stretching as per the guidelines.
I work as a Retail worker. Is there a specific example of a rule I should be following?
Retail workers should follow all rules imposed by management. Make certain you follow the “5 Key Behaviors,” and give the entire “Customer Experience” to all customers. This means making sure to check over customers’ bills for overages, data, and be sure to follow the CPNI Rule for all customers, etc.
I work at a Call Center. Is there a specific example of a rule I should be following?
Call center workers should follow all rules imposed by management. Be sure to follow My CSP procedures for all calls; be sure to follow “5 key behaviors,” including greetings, planting of the seeds, etc. Be sure to have all your tools at the ready, including MyCSP, OPUS, Clarify, Zone, and Snapshot.
Following management’s rules sometimes slows us down. Can I be legally disciplined for following all these rules?
No. Members can be disciplined for NOT following the rules imposed by management. Remember, during this stressful time, we want to make sure our members are protected. Therefore, be sure to follow all rules from management.
your continued commitment, Unity and support during this long round of bargaining.
Be prepared for stepped up mobilization in the coming weeks.
We have all been waiting with increasing frustration for AT&T to move towards us at the bargaining table. Despite enormous profits and a successful second quarter, AT&T wants to weaken our job security, close our stores, and offshore our work. They have a plan to turn good union jobs into unstable, low-wage jobs.
August 15th - call with Mobilizers throughout the “Orange” footprint to discuss this plan. Mobilizers will receive an email with more information about the call.
August 21st - mass Town Hall Call with all members. The call will take place at 8:30pm ET, 7:30pm CT, 6:30pm MT, 5:30pm PT. Text the word MobilityCall to 69866 to RSVP.
On these calls we will update everyone on bargaining, discuss the many Unfair Labor Practice charges we have filed with the Labor Board, give advice on how to lower the risk of unfair discipline during bargaining, and discuss what may happen in the coming weeks.
Bargaining is dragging on for too long. But we would rather get a fair contract than a quick contract. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said “The Arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice.” Brothers and sisters, lets join together to ensure that our fight with AT&T bends us towards justice!
bargained sales jobs. These jobs known as Integrated Sales Consultants are being used to up sell customers right in their homes after online sales or a DTV installation and a support job called Integrated Sales Support Specialist that is equivalent to our SSRs. We made it clear to the company that they are doing bargained for work and this must stop immediately. We are intent on getting job security and jobs for the future. We also pressured the company to supply the information we requested for small cells and the first responder network. The Company’s greed is on full display when the discussions turn to absence. They treat talks about absence with disdain and want to roll back protections for their employees who get sick. We will continue to fight for fair benefits that protect you when you and your family are not well.
Along with the NLRB charges, the Union is currently investigating the following situations: changes in schedules for part timers; changes in the goals under the commission plans; soliciting employees to resign from the Union; and threats and retaliation following the strike. Each District will be filing charges associated with the above as needed. We know that this can be a long and frustrating process, but we are committed to fighting as long as it takes to get a fair contract. We need mobilization to continue, please stay in touch with your Local for upcoming mobilization activities. When we fight, we WIN!
As the dust is settling on our historic strike, some things are coming into view clearly.
It is crystal clear that management was absolutely stunned that so many people went on strike to demand a fair contract (special props to our great mobilizers and picket captains who did great work maintaining those picket line).
AT&T underestimated the anger we all feel as our commissions checks have declined, as our jobs have become more insecure, and as more and more work is being offshored. We have every reason to be angry, especially as the top executives give themselves huge pay increases at our expense.
We have clear plan to negotiate a contract we can all be proud of. The company now knows we are capable of launching an effective strike. It is dawning on them that their arrogance is now coming back to haunt them.
Our lawyers have been filing many Unfair Labor Practice Charges (ULPs) against the company at the National Labor Relations Board. We have accused the company of failing to provide necessary information to the union during bargaining, of making illegal threats to members during and after the strike, and perhaps most important, we have filed a ULP because management has unilaterally changed our commissions without bargaining. And the last point is critical. It is illegal for AT&T to make any changes unilaterally to any of our "terms or conditions" of employment without bargaining. In many ways, this puts us in the driver’s seat during this period.
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Each day that passes, it is harder and harder for the company to operate in this ever-changing industry without having the ability to make certain changes. And so as we bargain, time is on OUR side. Each day without a contract brings more pressure on the company. In addition, we are waiting for all the ULP charges to be investigated by the labor board. Once they conclude the investigation, we believe complaints will be issued by the government against AT&T. Again, more pressure.
And of course, nothing prevents us from calling another strike. More pressure.
Management knows all this, and they have tried desperately to break our unity; recently, they have encouraged people to resign from the union. And you know what happened after they starting this campaign? We saw something unprecedented: Right after the strike, more and more Mobility employees have joined the union instead!
We will soon be announcing more mobilizing activities which will further pressure this greedy company to begin bargaining fairly. Keep in close contact with your mobilizers, your stewards, picket captains, and local officers.
Getting any contract is easy. Getting a contract we deserve will take unity and mobilization. Keep up the great work, and know that we have a plan, we are following the plan, and the company must come to their senses and begin to address our issues at the bargaining table.
Tomorrow at 3 PM Eastern Time, CWA will be on strike against AT&T’s corporate greed unless there is significant movement between now and then. Stay in touch with your Local for additional details. We will walk out with our heads held high and fight for the fair contract we deserve. This is a historic moment for mobility workers covered by the Orange Contract. CWA has a long history of fighting for good American jobs and tomorrow the fight continues. The Bargaining Team thanks you for your support throughout this process and we will continue bargaining after the strike for as long as it takes to get a fair and equitable contract. When we fight we WIN, One day longer, One day stronger!
If there is any intimidation, retaliation, discipline or encouragement to leave the Union, you need to report it immediately to your Local. Just because the strike is over doesn’t mean the fight is over. The strike has unified the members like never before and that should carry over into your respective work areas. Mobilization must continue, so we can show this company that this will not end until we get a fair and equitable contract. This is a fight for good American jobs and when We Fight We Win!
NATIONWIDE – As AT&T workers refuse to back down from their demands that the company end offshoring and outsourcing, wireless, wireline and DirecTV workers across the country announced they will unite their fights for good jobs. For AT&T, that means more than 38,000 workers nationwide are together calling on the company to invest in its core workforce that helps it bring in over $1 billion a month in profits.
Under a contract extension that can be terminated with 72 hours’ notice, workers will continue to bargain with the expectation that AT&T executives will come to the table with good faith proposals that protect family-supporting American jobs and invest in the country where customers have made the company a $250 billion telecom giant.
After AT&T wireless workers voted by a 93 percent margin to authorize a strike if it becomes necessary, hundreds of retail and call center workers and field technicians joined rallies outside stores and call centers in 36 cities this weekend. In cities from New York to Chicago to Sacramento, AT&T workers called on the company to support their workforce with a fair contract that ends offshoring and outsourcing and supports high quality customer service.
While AT&T’s profits keep growing, it has cut more than 8,000 call center jobs and offshored thousands of jobs to Mexico, the Philippines, India, the Dominican Republic and other countries. In the past few years, AT&T has also outsourced the operation of more than 60% of its wireless retail stores to low-wage, low-quality 3rd party dealers.
Outraged at AT&T’s decisions and latest contract proposals, members of Congress are calling on company executives to support good, middle-class jobs. Recently, seven U.S. Senators sent a letter to President Trump encouraging the Trump Administration to take action to help protect and bring call center jobs back to the U.S.
More than 17,000 workers in California and Nevada who support landline phone and broadband internet have been working without a contract for nearly one year. After voting to go on strike with more than 95 percent support, AT&T wireline workers have gathered at major state freeway overpasses to protest the company’s ongoing attempts to squeeze customers and employees.
Last year, CWA members at Verizon were on strike for 49 days, finally gaining a strong contract that created and protected good jobs. During the strike, Verizon’s approval ratings were at a three-year low while analysts and media regularly remarked on the reputational damage facing Verizon.
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HB 1386, the teen suicide prevention bill by Garnet Coleman (D-Houston) has passed the Texas Senate on a 28 to 3 vote. The bill instructs the Texas Department of State Health Services to develop resources designed to prevent teen suicide, including mental health counseling, crisis prevention tools and suicide prevention eduction. Schools would then have the option of implementing those programs, but would not be required to do so.
The Senate Education Committee made some substantial changes to the bill the House sent over, most notably adding provisions that prohibit a child from seeking counseling without their parent's knowledge. For queer teens who may not be out to their parents this is a particularly cruel change that may prevent some kids who need help from seeking it. Since the Senate version of the bill is different than the House version the House must concur with the changes. If they do not a "conference committee" of 5 House members (appointed by the Speaker of the House) and 5 Senators (appointed by the Lieutenant Governor) will be formed to to work out a comprimise between the two versions.
When he laid out the bill in the Senate Rodney Ellis (D-Houston), the bill's Senate sponsor, made what he called a "suicide pact" with the rest of the Senate to oppose any attempt by the conference committee to allow students to receive anonymous counseling. By tradition the Senate sponsor of House bills is one of the chairs of the conference committee so Ellis will be in a position to keep his pact.
Considering Ellis' commitment (however much his choice of words may be in poor taste) and the ticking clock of a session that has less than a week left in it Coleman may choose to simply concur with the changes the Senate made and send the bill to the Governor's desk for signing.

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Gastrointestinal Pathophysiology explores the pathophysiology of a variety of gastrointestinal disorders from gastroesophageal reflux disease to cirrhosis. The course emphasizes fundamental topics in gastrointestinal pathophysiology, with a focus on correlation to clinical issues including treatment options for various common gastrointestinal disorders, each of which are covered in detail. Topics are presented in the syllabus, in didactic lectures, and in small group sessions. The materials presented in this course are a foundation for further learning in Gastroenterology.
This course reviews the pathophysiology of common gastrointestinal conditions and assumes a general understanding of gastrointestinal physiology. The course follows an organ based structure to include disorders of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum, small intestines, pancreas, biliary system, and liver. The material is presented in the syllabus, lecture slides, and small group sessions. Self-assessment questions are provided at the end of each lecture and examinations are provided for review and self-testing.
Please note that the course as presented here does not contain the full content of the course as taught at Tufts. The included content is based on material the Tufts faculty and instructors choose to include, as well as factors such as content preparation, software compatibility, and intellectual property and copyright restrictions.
To provide a basic understanding of clinical gastrointestinal pathophysiology.
For more detailed information on topics presented in the syllabus, the student is referred to Sleisenger & Fordtran's gastrointestinal and liver disease : pathophysiology, diagnosis, management , 8th Edition (Volumes 1 and 2) / edited by Mark Feldman, Lawrence S. Friedman, Lawrence J. Brandt; consulting editor, Marvin H. Sleisenger. St. Louis, Mo.: MD Consult, 2006.
The textbook referenced is Sleisenger and Fordtran, 8th edition.
There is no other satisfactory, comprehensive text on GI pathophysiology. However, the chapters in this text go into detail that is beyond the scope of this course. The student should refer to the syllabus, small groups, and lectures as the primary source of material.
The small group sessions are an integral part of the course. The clinical topics, including treatment issues, discussed in the small groups will complement the lecture material. Handouts will be provided at the small group sessions.
The exam questions are designed based on the national board exam format. Students are referred to the self-assessment questions at the end of each lecture. The gastrointestinal pathophysiology exams prior to 2004 should be reviewed for content only. The questions in exams prior to 2004 are not representative of the format which will be followed this year.
Have fun! We hope you enjoy learning about Gastroenterology as much as we enjoy teaching and practicing Gastroenterology.

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Four Lessons to Becoming a Respected Leadership STAR!
Microsoft Inspire is a remarkable trade show. Thousands of IT geeks like myself fly in from all over the globe to connect with colleagues and vendors and get “inspired” by Microsoft’s new innovations. Since taking the helm in 2014, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has been driving two main initiatives: launching innovative cloud solutions like Office 365 and Azure and, just as importantly, radically turning the company’s “old” corporate culture of individual kingdoms into a more collaborative environment.
Corporate or departmental culture starts at the top. Nadella is making a concerted effort to encourage his department heads and managers to collaborate versus finding issues with each other’s ideas. While his efforts have certainly been met with trepidation, Microsoft is seeing change in their cultural mindset.
I once hired a manager who did just the opposite of Nadella. Instead of encouraging his team to collectively figure out a solution to an issue, he consistently exhibited signs of frustration toward his team’s perceived lack of knowledge and solved the problem himself. This mistrust and lack of respect for the team, fostered a culture wrought with low morale and helplessness. Not a healthy situation to promote corporate growth!
What leadership lessons can you apply to become a S.T.A.R.?
S - Show Interest: Whether you’re in a team meeting or an employee review, show up on time, make eye contact, and ask questions. Most of all, listen. Intently and empathetically listen to the needs of your team. Don’t interrupt the conversation by answering your phone, reading an email, or blurting out your opinion before you’ve heard the entire question or scenario.
T - Train Your Team: Set your team up for collaborative success by offering team training. This professional development tactic goes a long way to demonstrating your desire to see your employee grow and be a reliable resource on your team. Be sure to cross-train as well to develop much-needed backup when dealing with complex issues.
A – Acknowledge the successes of your team: Did an employee receive a great testimonial from a client or help another team member without being asked? Did your department or company hit a particular goal? Share your excitement with the team. Say “THANK YOU” often. Find out what makes your employee’s tick. Money is not always a motivator.
R – Respect Yourself: Most importantly, respect yourself. All of your actions and reactions are watched and set the tone for a positive or negative environment. Take time to take care of you. Yes, I know you’re in IT and forever dealing with client emergencies. Culture starts at the top, though. A rested and calm leader is so much more impactful than one burning the candle at both ends and constantly racing to put out fires. Exercise, take a vacation, be mindful of what you eat, meditate. Whatever you choose to do first, just start somewhere. Your employees, clients and family will be thankful you did!
Like celebrity, leadership S.T.A.R. status is earned over time. Your choices determine whether you shine bright or fizzle out.


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Hurricanes, earthquakes, blizzards, and tornadoes, to name a few, are some of the most devastating natural occurrences. They are unpredictable, impossible to prevent, and cause an enormous amount of destruction and loss. These events are extremely distressing, especially when thinking about massive amounts of physical and emotional damage from disasters such as Hurricane Katrina, or the more recent, Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. These disasters also cause issues in the economy and the job market.
In today’s digital world, we’re surrounded by new mediums and ways to communicate with partners, clients, prospects, co-workers, and everyone in between. Blogging creates opportunities for companies to optimize their time and their ability to stay relevant. Here are some reasons why your company should consider blogging.


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If you’re running for local office, it must be nice to have Mel Brooks in your corner.
The legendary filmmaker and comedian has been robocalling Long Island voters on behalf of his nephew Democrat Todd Kaminsky, who is running for a vacant state senate seat in a special election.
“Hello, this is Mel Brooks. Yes, it really is Mel Brooks,” the call starts, though anyone who has seen his films or knows his “2,000 Year Old Man” character could tell by his distinct voice.
This is a marked improvement over certain other recent robocalls that have garnered attention this year.

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District Attorney Tristan Eagon IMMEDIATELY RESIGNS over what she terms a "TOXIC ENVIRONMENT"
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In a letter submitted Tuesday to the state Department of Administration, Eagon described “a toxic environment” in the county and announced her immediate resignation.
Eagon was appointed Dec. 5, 2018, by former Gov. Scott Walker and took office Jan. 6. She replaced Jane Kohlwey, who announced in July she would step down and leave office in January, midway through her fourth term in office.

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For the past few years I have had the privilege in my role with DVHS of lending my voice to advocate for excellence in the delivery of hospice palliative care and end-of-life services right here in our communities in the South Okanagan. I have sought to recognize and celebrate the health services and level of care we do receive in our province and to express appreciation for those who serve on the front lines—our first responders and medical staff; it’s not perfect but we are blessed to have the services available to us. At the same time, I have also said, ‘we need to do better’, especially when it comes to helping those on the palliative journey, in providing beds and services and an environment which allows patients and families to experience not only medical care and comfort but to do so in the best possible setting.
These are conversations we need to continue to share. My friend Lois Brummet speaks to this as she shares some thoughts below; thoughts that invite us to join the conversation and in so doing to continue to advocate for the best care possible and be part of the solution.
The efforts of the Desert Valley Hospice Society providing services and support programs, given freely by trained hospice palliative care volunteers, need to be recognised and supported locally and provincially. Remember the squeaky wheel? Let’s turn that grind into sweet, calming chimes for people with life-threatening, life-limiting health concerns and their loved ones.
On a brighter side, we know that spring is coming; it is just held up in a traffic jam.
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Doug Shedden had his second career three-goal game, and Mario Lemieux had two goals and two assists for his second consecutive 100-point season to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 9-4 victory over the Vancouver Canucks tonight.
Dave Hannan also scored two goals and an assist, and John Chabot a goal and two assists to give the Penguins their third straight victory and the Canucks their third straight loss.
Moe Mantha, who left the game late in the second period with a sprained right knee, and Mike Bullard each had three assists for Pittsburgh, which also pushed its home unbeaten streak to nine games (7-0-2).
Outshot, 31-23, the Penguins scored five power-play goals - tying a club record - and one short-handed.
Lemieux, a 20-year-old second-year player and the second-leading scorer in the league, scored his 32d and 33d goals of the season, giving him 101 points in 56 games. He became the first player in Penguin history to have two 100-point seasons.
As the 1984-85 National Hockey League's rookie of the year, Lemieux scored his 100th point with an assist in the last game of the season.
Shedden got his three goals during the first 7 minutes 17 seconds of a rough first period that included 18 penalties.
The Canucks outshot the Penguins, 17-6, during the period, and made most of their shots over the last 10 minutes in rallying from deficits of 3-1 and 4-2 to tie at 4-4.
Thomas Gradin scored for a 1-0 Vancouver lead at the 2:20 mark, but Shedden countered by converting two straight 30-foot slapshots. Lemieux picked up his 67th and 68th assists on the goals to break the old Penguin mark of 67 season assists, set by Syl Apps in 1975-76 and tied by Randy Carlyle in 1980-81. He also extended his personal scoring streak to 14 games and his assist streak to 13 -longest active streak in the N.H.L. and a Penguin record.
The Penguins broke the game open with a three-goal second period. Chabot scored the game-winner with the Penguins short-handed at the 9:44. Lemieux made it 6-4 six minutes later, and Hannan capped the outburst with 2:15 left in the cleanly played period.

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Along with taking care of my physical and mental well-being, I like to indulge every now and then on a few luxury goodies. Whenever I need a pick me-up, I can always find a little piece of comfort by treating myself to a moment of self-pampering.
During the month of May I discovered a few new products that I want to share with you, along with some everyday essentials. So let’s dive into my May Lifestyle Favorites.
I have been a fan of Aileen Xu, better known as Lavendaire, for several years. I can’t remember how I discovered her YouTube channel, but it has been one of my personal favorites. Her content focuses on personal development, where she shares tips and advice on embracing who you are.
Recently, I began listening to her podcast The Lavendaire Lifestyle. Here she features guests who share some of their life experiences and how they’ve overcome certain challenges to be where they are today. This is a great podcast to listen to if you are looking for positive inspiration mixed with creative expression.
I first became aware of the brand Sundays while looking through a magazine. Since we share the same name I was immediately intrigued! Afterall, it’s not often that I meet another Sunday. After viewing the website, I decided to purchase the Hydrating Base Coat No.1 & No.7 polishes. Since receiving them, I must tell you they are well worth the splurge.
As a self-proclaimed nail polish “connoisseur”, I try to use brands that meet the following criteria: longevity, durability, and a toxic free formulation. In such a short amount of time, I believe Sundays has met these essential requirements. It has only been a few weeks, but I’m already obsessed with how well they perform.
The Hydrating Base Coat acts like the perfect primer. With a standard sized brush applicator and quality bristles, it provides the smoothest surface for the polish color to be applied and dries fairly quickly. You could even wear it by itself, as it provides a nice natural shine. But if your like me and love to change polish designs, I highly recommend trying one of the beautiful nail colors.
The No. 7 polish is a lovely soft dusty pink that would compliment any skin tone. Like the base coat, the formulation is superb. You only need to apply 2 coats max, as the opacity is great.
In addition, I’m also pleased with the brands commitment to create quality products without loads of harmful chemicals. Sunday’s polishes are 10-free, nontoxic, vegan and cruelty-free. This is something that is important to me, as I try to limit the amount of toxic chemicals I consume.
I would definitely give this brand a try if you are looking for a long-lasting, toxic-free, beautiful manicure.
Tatcha’s Camellia Lip Balm is my absolute favorite lip product! I first became aware of the brand while watching product reviews on YouTube. I happened to be on the hunt for a quality lip balm that didn’t contain harmful chemicals, was effective and had longevity.
It has been a staple product for me over the last 4 years and has set the standard for which I compare other lip balms. Although I’ve tried other brands, none have really compared to the Camellia Lip balm.
So what makes Tatcha’s Camellia Lip Balm so darn good? The combination of squalene and camellia oils provides amazing hydration and nourishment. Squalene oil is known for its ability to sink into the skin quickly and provide hydration. Camellia oil is a fantastic emollient, containing vitamins A, B, D, along with Omega’s 3, 6, and 9.
Along with other beneficial ingredients and extracts, the formulation of the Camellia Lip balm is superb. It applies smoothly, leaving the lips feeling hydrated and nourished immediately. There’s no greasy or tacky feeling and it doesn’t leave any build up or residue as the day goes on.
I highly recommend giving this product a try if you are in the market for a new lip balm that provides great hydration, is free of harmful chemicals, and has longevity. In addition, it contains pieces of 24k gold spun into the formulation. Talk about luxury!
Although I’m not a religious person, I was raised and encouraged to develop a spiritual practice. As an adult, I have defined my spiritual beliefs and how they apply to the way I live my life. Part of my spiritual practice is to read inspirational scriptures and messages.
Daily Word is an spiritual subscription magazine that provides daily inspirational prayer messages. I begin each morning by reading the word/ theme of the day, followed by a few moments of introspection. This has been a part of my morning routine for close to five years and it has helped me through some of the “growing pains” of life. This little book has made a positive impact in the way I think and approach life. I believe it’s a great reference for anyone looking for clarity and guidance, regardless of religious beliefs.
So there you have it, my favorite items from the month of May. Let me know in the comment section below if you try any of these products and your thoughts about them.
Great recommendations. I would love to try these. Thanks for sharing your favorite items ♥ ♥ By any chance you are interested on doing collaborations, you can check out the collaborations portal of Phlanx.com and connect with amazing brands!

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August 6, 2013  The complex and interconnected topics of adoption, race, and culture will form the backbone of a new online magazine that is starting this week. Gazillion Voices was begun with those goals in mind, says Kevin Vollmers, who created the magazine as an extension of his blog.
March 20, 2013  Tens of thousands of children are believed to have been taken from their parents, mostly unwed teenagers, from the late-1950s to the 1970s. An Australian Senate committee report issued last year urged the government to take action.
December 27, 2012  Angered by an American law barring some Russian officials from entering the U.S., parliament members in Moscow have retaliated. Putin has now said he sees no reason not to sign the adoption ban. More than 60,000 Russian children have been adopted by Americans since 1992, the State Department says.
Reuniting Siblings In Lincoln, Neb.
August 29, 2012  Camp Catch-Up enables children separated by foster care and adoption to spend a fun-filled weekend with their brothers and sisters — at no cost to the families.

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Love EatLoCo and all that it stands for? Help spread the word about EatLoCo to your friends, neighbors, clients and fellow Loudoun friends. Share the logo on your website, blog or in your newsletter, then sit back and wait for them all to thank you for the introduction.
Perfect for the EatLoCo advocators that want to show their support to the community. Display your partnership with us proudly by adding it to your website, newsletters, blogs and more.
Calling all supporting businesses! This logo is for you. If you haven’t already added one of our EatLoCo Supporting Business stickers to your store window – let us know! Add this logo to your website, restaurant menu, weekly newsletters and more.
Since introducing EatLoCo Marketplaces, they’ve been a huge hit! From supporting local businesses, farmers and artisans to meeting all our Loudoun neighbors to filling our kitchens with locally sourced food purveyors — it’s safe to say that the marketplace is a communal place where we all love spending time. Spread the love for our marketplaces by sticking our logo on your website, blog or just share it with friends who believe in the local support!
Our first Marketplace, located in One Loudoun will always have a spot in our hearts! Every Saturday from 9-1, you can find the One Loudoun Marketplace bustling, filled with local artisans and farmers. Whether you are an attending vendor, or just love to visit every weekend – share the logo to spread One Loudoun love!
Our Second Marketplace, located in Brambleton! With it’s first day on April 1st, 2018 – the Brambleton Marketplace is going to be a hit with the locals, and we’re so excited to share it with you. Show your support and spread the love with their Marketplace logo!
Introducing the EatLoCo Brambleton Food Truck Rally! Every Here at EatLoCo, we LOVE local Loudoun food and appreciate all the food trucks in the area so much that we wanted to create a time and place where everyone could enjoy them! Located in the heart of the Brambleton town center, you and your family are can enjoy some of Northern Virginia’s finest Food Trucks. Pack-up the kids, bring your favorite picnic blanket and come relax in Legacy park with music, neighbors and 10-12 of the largest variety of food trucks ever to assemble in Brambleton, VA., with no two trucks serving the same type of food. If you love Loudoun and it’s incredible food trucks – feel free to share the logo!
We strive to make our marketplaces a destination for Loudoun locals! We’re proud of our marketplaces and what they stand for – a gathering place for locals to meet the farmers behind the local food we all love so much, a place where they can learn more about eating healthy, eating healthy! If you love Loudoun and our EatLoCo Marketplaces – feel free to share the logo!
The first EatLoco INDOOR Market is here – and it’s at ChefScape! EatLoco has been selected as the Market Management company to run the INDOOR market at ChefScape. Vendors are already lining-up to sell their products at Leesburg’s newest Hotspot, where people come to meet, relax, enjoy some local chef prepared lunches or dinners, and even sip on an alcoholic drink from Bar AhSo. All while shopping from their favorite EatLoco vendors (Thurs. 3-7pm). Customers are always flowing at ChefScape.

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From an overall perspective, biotech stocks have enjoyed respectable gains this year. The sector exchange-traded fund SPDR S&P Biotech ETF (NYSEARCA:XBI) is up double digits since January’s opening session. That said, the market movement has been anything but steady, with several key players suffering disappointing performances.
But in the bigger picture, investors have an opportunity to use this weakness in biotech stocks to their advantage. In my opinion, biotech firms represent ideal contrarian opportunities due to their often binary nature. When a company hits or exceeds performance benchmarks, shares launch into low-earth orbit. However, failure often results in excessive selloffs that can endure for lengthy periods.
Understanding this dynamic, sector weakness is an ideal time to consider well-capitalized and fundamentally sound biotech stocks. Investors punish health-related companies with unusual vigor, even though their underlying financial situation may not have changed.
But don’t forget some of the smaller names in this investment category. Many of them offer underappreciated therapies that could take off once the right conditions are met.
If I could describe AbbVie (NYSE:ABBV) in two words, I would use the terms revenue and earnings. In the trailing three-year period, ABBV generated 12.4% top-line growth, which is better than 72% of the competition. Furthermore, the company has nearly 43% EBITDA growth, which places it in the top ten among biotech stocks.
Much of this financial success comes from AbbVie’s standout drug, Humira. Doctors prescribe Humira to address pain and inflammation problems resultant from a variety of autoimmune diseases. These include rheumatoid arthritis, chronic plaque psoriasis and Crohn’s disease.
Beyond helping countless patients ease their suffering, Humira brings a ton of green to the table. Between 2011 through 2017, Humira revenues jumped from $7.9 billion to $18.4 billion. Annually, this translates to an impressive 15% growth rate.
The markets, though, haven’t been too hot on ABBV stock. Year-to-date, shares have only gained 4.6%. It’s also down double digits since mid-March, providing opportunists with a blue-chip bargain.
Several top biotech stocks haven’t lived up to expectations this year, and Gilead Sciences (NASDAQ:GILD) is one of them. Against January’s opener, GILD stock has only gained 2.5%, which is incredibly pedestrian. Even worse, it was having a decent go, putting in a double-digit performance until just recently.
So why the fallout? GILD was on the receiving end of two negative factors. First, while the company reported a solid second-quarter earnings report, investors noted that its hepatitis C drug revenues slipped 66% year-over-year.
Next, it incurred internal drama when the biotech giant announced that CEO John Milligan will step down at year’s end. Taken as a whole, the markets didn’t appreciate the news, and decided to sell off GILD stock.
Although the bearishness is understandable, new investors should keep a close eye on GILD. The company still levers impressive financials, particularly with their excellent profitability margins. Also, it has a favorable cash-to-debt ratio relative to its peers.
Even compared to the laggards among biotech stocks, Celgene (NASDAQ:CELG) suffers a distinctly poor outing. On a year-to-date basis, CELG stock has slipped more than 14%. Based on its current position, the company essentially hasn’t moved since the middle of spring.
That said, Levitt insists that you look at the longer-term picture, and I agree. For one thing, CELG is fundamentally undervalued, trading at 10.4-times forward earnings. Additionally, the company enjoys very strong profitability margins, as well as double-digit revenue and EBITDA growth.
At first glance, Jazz Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:JAZZ) doesn’t appear as a candidate for undervalued biotech stocks. After all, JAZZ shares have lit up the markets, gaining an impressive 28.6% YTD. That puts it in a completely opposite category relative to so many other sector players.
But look a little deeper and you’ll note that Jazz Pharmaceuticals isn’t what you call an industry titan. At the present juncture, the company has a market capitalization of $10.5 billion. Yet it has some impressive financial metrics. Standouts include its operating and net margins, both of which are inside the top 10% of global biotech stocks.
Also, I’m digging the fact that its trailing three-year revenue and EBITDA growth are in double-digit territory. And while its cash-to-debt ratio isn’t the most favorable I’ve seen in this sector, considering its relative upstart status, I view this as a sign of management’s fiscal discipline.
Finally, JAZZ stock trades at 13.4-times forward earnings, which suggests it has upside remaining.
I have no other way to describe it. Exelixis (NASDAQ:EXEL) is having a catastrophically bad year. Since January’s opening price, EXEL stock has hemorrhaged nearly 37% of market value. The only good news here is that it appears shares have hit a bottom. But is that reason enough to take a shot?
Let’s recap how EXEL stock got into this mess. Shares dipped badly following its Q4 earnings report, which was in line with profitability estimates and beat revenue expectations. However, the company’s $120.1 million in sales sharply contrasted with the prior Q3 haul of $152.5 million.
Later, the company produced two strong earnings results in Q1 and Q2, which helped stabilize EXEL stock. Nevertheless, shares haven’t gone up meaningfully. In fact, over the last several days, the opposite is true.
I believe, though, this is a case where the markets are overly pessimistic. Exelixis, which specializes in tumor and cancer treatments, levers a viable drug pipeline. Moreover, it has strong financials, a highlight being a very favorable cash-to-debt ratio.
All companies eventually face disappointing market performances. This is especially true for biotech stocks. But I’ll argue that Alnylam Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:ALNY) has one of the more depresing tales of volatility.
Straight off the bat, let me just say that analysts have largely treated ALNY stock as a speculative investment. Nevertheless, management has been banking on its key drug patisiran, which is now named Onpattro. Developed as a treatment for a rare hereditary disease that damages internal organs, Alnylam sought FDA approval for Onpattro.
They got it just a few weeks ago. Unfortunately, the news arrived along with some granular conditions, including that Alnylam cannot mention cardiac benefits associated with Onpattro. To do so would require further clinical trials, which could take years.
But as The Motley Fool’s Jim Crumly argued, the bearishness may be overplayed. Onpattro is an effective drug, and compares favorably to the competition. The markets may just need some extra time to properly digest the news.
If you judged Geron (NASDAQ:GERN) based on market performance alone, you wouldn’t come to the conclusion that it’s undervalued. Not when shares have skyrocketed 113% YTD, making GERN the best performing investment on this list of biotech stocks.
However, Geron is a small-cap company — it only has a market cap of $720 million — with significant upside potential. Geron specializes in oncology, and it has partnered with Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) for its only drug imetelstat. The treatment, which is aimed at hematologic myeloid malignancies, shows great promise; hence, the partnership with JNJ.
That said, as a lone-drug company, Geron’s fate hinges on imetelstat’s next clinical trial, which will come up shortly. A positive result could see an expanded partnership, or a JNJ buyout. On the flipside, a negative result could shutter Geron’s doors.
Ultimately, GERN stock is a binary opportunity, but one that is quite compelling for the speculator.
Technically, I can’t call Kamada (NASDAQ:KMDA) undervalued. On a YTD basis, KMDA stock has gained 12.4%, making it one of the better biotech stocks on this list.
I also can’t say that the company is fundamentally undervalued. KMDA trades at 18-times trailing earnings, and a whopping 39-times forward earnings. So why am I talking about this drug maker?
Simply put, KMDA stock suffers from lack of interest. At the time of this writing, the volume readout indicated 5,449 shares. Bluntly stated, that’s scary low. Much of the bearishness stems from Kamada’s failure to answer FDA concerns about its Inhaled Alpha-1 Antitrypsin therapy. This played into long-held skepticism regarding an inhaled therapy for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency.
However, its core fundamentals deserve better than its current awful lack of attention. Typical for Israeli companies, Kamada has very little debt relative to its cash position. It also features excellent profitability margins, and double-digit revenue growth.
Of course, KMDA could turn into a “zombie” stock, so I don’t rank it very highly. Still, this is worth putting on your watch list as it could surprise down the road.
Article printed from InvestorPlace Media, https://investorplace.com/2018/08/8-undervalued-biotech-stocks-to-watch/.


text: Lionel Messi joined the Barcelona academy system when he was 14 years old. Having played for the C & B teams, he made his debutÂ for the first team at just 16 years old. He would go on to play over 300 games (and counting) scoring 289 goals to date. During his career Messi has won numerous amounts of individual & team accolades including 7 La Liga titles, 3 Copa Del Reyâ€™s, 4 Champions Leagueâ€™s as well 3 consecutive Ballon Dâ€™Ors, cementing himself as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.


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What the 4D Master Franchise program is looking for?
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The 37th Zalakaros Open - Hungarian Boys and Girls Junior Championships 2018 is a 9-round Swiss tournament taking place from 25 May to 2 June, 2018 in Zalakaros, Hungary.
Time cotrol: The players receive 90 minutes for 40 moves, followed by 30 minutes to the end of the game, plus a 30-second increment starting from move one.
Schedule: The rounds start at 15.00 every day with the exception of the last one, starting at 10.00.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A man accused of shooting a 10-year-old girl and two police officers in north Charlotte Sunday afternoon has been transferred to the Mecklenburg County jail and faces 21 charges in the incident.
Twenty-seven-year-old Brandon Jamorris Brewer was arrested around 4 p.m. Sunday and was questioned about the shootings until he was transferred to jail around 5:30 a.m. Monday morning.
According to investigators, officers Kevin Stafford and Eric Bojaj were injured when they were shot along the 400-block of Kingville Drive on Sunday afternoon.
Officers were initially called to Kingville Drive around 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon to the report of a domestic incident. A woman called 911 and advised that her boyfriend tried to attack her.
When they arrived, the officers could not find the woman who called police.
Around 3:24 pm, officers got a call from the same address saying that a man left a home there firing a shotgun into the neighborhood.
One officer was hit by shotgun pellets in his left arm. The other officer suffered a couple of bird shots to the face and elbow.
Both were taken to the hospital to be treated for their injuries.
Officers say a 10-year-old girl was also injured when the shooter, later identified as Brewer, went to the home looking for the woman that lived there. He reportedly shot the girl in the face.
The girl was rushed to the hospital and is listed in good condition.
Members of Charlotte’s SWAT team were called to the scene for a short time. SWAT Team negotiators were able to convince Brewer to surrender to the SWAT Team and was taken into custody around 4 p.m.
CMPD officials say no officers fired any shots in the incident.
Officer Stafford has been a member of the CMPD since August 2011 and Officer Bojaj since January 2010. Both officers are currently assigned to patrol in the North Tryon Division.
Monday morning, Brewer was hit with 21 charges stemming from the shootings.
The charges include three counts of Attempted Murder, three counts of Assault with a Firearm on a Law Enforcement Officer, two counts of Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill Inflicting Serious Injury, two counts of Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill, six counts of Discharging a Firearm Into Occupied Dwelling, two counts of Damage to Property, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Assault by Pointing a Gun and Discharging a Firearm Within the City Limits.
According to court documents, Brewer has been in trouble with the law in the past in Mecklenburg County.
He was convicted on three counts of armed robbery in 2006 and one count of assault with a deadly weapon from 2005, in Mecklenburg County.
He served around eight and a half years in prison for those crimes and was released in 2012 or 2013, according to records.
He was last arrested in Charlotte in March 2014 for assaulting a female and interfering with 911. Those charges are still pending.
Charged With BREAKING AND OR ENTERING (F).


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text: Brian Randell has transcribed a number of Devon's Militia listings as originally published in Trewman's Flying Post. This list is a muster roll dated 6 January 1800 and was published 30 January 1800. These names were recorded during the time when preparations were being made for a possible invasion by Napoleon.

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Hyperpigmentation is a state of the darkening skin caused by excess melanin production. Melasma, age spots, acne scars or other dark scars and blemishes are common types of hyperpigmentation. The distinctive dark patches can appear on the legs, hands or any other part of the body but are common in the face.
Melasma, also known as 'mask of pregnancy,' is caused by excess estrogen and is often seen in pregnancy or women taking birth control pills. Melasma will usually disappear after pregnancy or when a woman stops taking hormonal contraceptives, but there are many other forms of hyperpigmentation which are not so easy to get rid of, and a little effort is needed to remove the dark marks.
It has been studied that hyperpigmentation can take place on all skin types, it is usually seen in those with darker skin tones.
During pregnancy and taking birth control pills, some women develop a form of hyperpigmentation called melasma. It is usually found in people with darker skin but usually disappears after the pregnancy or when you cease to take birth control pills.
This is the most common cause of hyperpigmentation and one that can be prevented. The ultraviolet rays of the sun will enhance the production of melanin in the skin, thus causing you to tan. However, if you have been overexposed throughout the years, this out of control production often results in dark spots on the face or hands. It usually occurs later in life, so they are often called age spots.
Hyperpigmentation can also occur if you have severe acne or eczema when you have picked at the scabs or acne before they are healed. It can also occur if the skin has suffered from a burn or another bad injury like a cut or exposure to chemicals. These are known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and usually, occur while the skin is healing. These can last for a year or more and sometimes are permanent reminders of your ordeal.
Sometimes hyperpigmentation occurs during some diseases such as autoimmune diseases or when taking certain medications such as antibiotics. It is usually temporary and goes away when you are no longer taking medicine, or your condition improves. It has been known to occur during chemotherapy or if you have a vitamin deficiency or metabolic disorder.
Certain factors can trigger the symptoms of hyperpigmentation, such as certain kinds of detergents and soaps, coarse clothes, some chemicals, weather conditions like heat and humidity, and smoking.
The symptoms of hyperpigmentation can appear at any place on the body, but mostly on the face, forearm, behind the elbow, upper chest, neck, ankles and the knees. Toddler hyperpigmentation treatment depends on the seriousness of the symptoms. Typically, the symptoms of hyperpigmentation first appear on the cheeks of infants or toddlers.
The signs and symptoms of hyperpigmentation can vary from one person to another depending on the type of hyperpigmentation they are suffering from. However, most hyperpigmentation patients seem to have the symptoms of itchy and dry skin patches.
Some people may suffer from oozing lesions or blisters. The other symptoms can typically include the development of thick crusts, scaling, flaking, and exfoliation of skin, raised surface areas, pinkish or reddish bumps, and hives. Appropriate hyperpigmentation treatment can alleviate almost all these symptoms.


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Inclusion at Fortismere is part of our whole school philosophy and is encompassed in everything we do throughout our students’ education with a strong focus on giving our students the best start in life. We believe in ensuring they receive a personalised approach to their learning, resulting in them making as much progress as possible regardless of their starting point.
There are many support mechanisms within the school aimed at supporting students with additional learning/social/emotional/medical needs as well as those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Our staff work collaboratively to identify, intervene and monitor students who require additional support and key members of staff meet fortnightly in our Inclusion panel to discuss concerns and how individual students can best be supported.
Should you have any specific questions/queries about Inclusion or LINC please do contact us and we will be happy to help.
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Sexting is becoming increasingly common. It is the sharing of sexually explicit or inappropriate images, videos or messages either online or via mobile phones. It can be shared between partners, friends and strangers.
First of all, even if a picture or video is taken and sent with a person’s permission, sexting by people under 18 is illegal. This is because it is essentially creating, sharing and keeping indecent content of a child. This law is, first and foremost, there to protect young people.
The second that inappropriate images, videos or messages leave your phone or are shared online, where they go can not be controlled. They can be saved or copied by others and there is the risk that they can become public.
Sharing content is a long term risk even if they are sent via ‘private’ apps that imply that images and videos ‘self destruct’ after a certain amount of time. Explicit content is easy to save and although you may trust the person you send it to now not to share it further, this may change in future. It could end up in the wrong hands.
Sexting can have the opposite effect that many people want it to. What can be seen as impressing someone now may have consequences in future. Don’t ever think that just because someone is pressuring you into sending them explicit content that you have to do so.
How you might feel if it is shared.
The distribution of sexually explicit content can be both distressing and upsetting for those involved, especially if it is shared by someone they trusted. Think about your reputation both now and in the future.
What if it’s already been sent?
Talk to the person that you sent it to and ask them to delete contents from anywhere that it is saved. This includes on technology and external storages devices (such as iCloud).
If you are worried about content being shared then you can contact ChildLine confidentially by calling 0800 11 11.
If content has been shared then talk to an adult close to you (family member or teacher). By letting them know what has happened they will be able to support you to take control of the situation. In some cases it may be necessary to contact your local police so that they can help to prevent content being shared. It is not OK for them to share your image without your permission and, as explained above, the law is there to protect you.
If you are concerned that you have been groomed or pressured into sending content to someone over 18 then it’s important that you make a report to the National Crime Agency’s Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre. Their aim is to make sure that you stay safe online and don’t do anything that you don’t feel comfortable with.
If you are a parent and you are concerned about sexting then you can find information and advice on the NSPCC website.


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Dean Blundell of Blundell & Co. The Fan's new morning show drew an average share of 3.3 per cent of listeners between ages 25 to 54 in April. That was a sizeable jump from 2.3 per cent in March.
Dean Blundell fared much better in his second month on the air for Toronto sports radio station Sportsnet 590 The Fan, while his chief rival's ratings faded.
Blundell & Co., which replaced Brady and Walker, with hosts Greg Brady and Andrew Walker, as The Fan's morning show on March 2, drew an average share of 3.3 per cent of listeners between ages 25 to 54 in April. That was a sizeable jump from 2.3 per cent in March.
At the same time, TSN Toronto 1050's morning show, Mike Richards in the Morning, slid from an average share of 1.3 in March to 0.7 in April.
While it is only one month, the trend is encouraging for Fan owner Rogers Media, as Blundell's 3.3 April share also stopped a steady morning-ratings slide that started a year earlier with Brady and Walker.
Bumping Brady and Walker to the 1-4 p.m. weekday slot initially created controversy because their ratings were considered stable, while Blundell's mix of vulgar and sometimes misogynistic and homophobic humour in his previous job (on Toronto FM station 102.1 The Edge) kept him in hot water with Canada's broadcast authorities.
Rogers never fully explained the reasons for the switch to Blundell, but the ratings now tell the story. A broadcast-industry source provided radio ratings from Numeris that showed Brady and Walker's decline started in April, 2014, and they were never able to arrest the slide. That April, Brady and Walker had a 4.8 share of adults 25 to 54 in the morning slot; by February, 2015, that share was down to 2.4.
When Blundell's 25-to-54 audience share dipped to 2.3 in his first month, there was much chortling from critics, especially when Richards simultaneously increased his share from 1.1 in February to 1.3 in March.
Blundell also increased his share of what is considered The Fan's target audience, males ages 18 to 49. In March, Blundell had a 3.5 share with that group and raised it to 4.9 in April. This appears to have been done at the expense of Richards. His share of the men 18 to 49 went from 2.4 in March to 1.1 in April.
One explanation for Blundell's improvement is the Toronto Blue Jays. Their season started in early April and The Fan is their long-time radio broadcaster. The theory is that listeners who go to sleep with the Jays' game on their clock radios tend to wake up to the same station's morning show.
The Jays games are The Fan's highest-rated broadcasts, although Numeris does not separate them from the station's other evening programs. The Numeris ratings for that slot in April gave the Jays a 4.9 share of adults 25 to 54, higher than for any other show on The Fan.
Running second to the Jays games was The Fan's enduring drive-time show, Prime Time Sports with host Bob McCown, while Blundell's show was third among the station's shows. Prime Time drew a 4.4 share of adults 25 to 54 in April, up from 3.6 in March. McCown's competition at 1050, TSN Drive with Dave Naylor, posted a 1.4 share in April, up slightly from 1.3 in March.
TSN owner BCE owns a 15-per-cent stake of The Globe and Mail.


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Participants at the workshop in the Seychelles capital, Victoria, were briefed on the negotiation process for an international instrument dedicated to areas beyond national jurisdiction; and updated on initiatives on the subject in the North-East Atlantic, Mediterranean, the Southern Ocean and the Sargasso Sea. The meeting also drew up terms of reference and a work programmefor the scoping group, which comprisedlegal and technical experts from the Abidjan Convention Contracting Parties, international and regional bodies, non-governmental organizations, and research centres.
Although outside the Abidjan Convention area of West, Central and Southern Africa, Seychelles was venue for the workshop because ofthe workshop participants were also required to attend the three-day eighth Conference of Parties to the Nairobi Convention , which ends Wednesday on this Indian Ocean African nation.
sustainable use of areas” outside their maritime boundaries. It also asked themto “strengthen marine scientific research and decision-makingcapacity at the national and subregional levels” in these areas. Furthermore, it asked the Partiesto “participate in and contribute to the ongoing process withinthe framework of the United Nations and, in particular, the work of the Ad Hoc Open-endedInformal Working Group to study issues relating to the conservation and sustainable use ofmarine biological diversity beyond areas of national jurisdiction. COP 11 also asked the Convention Secretariat to assess the availability of finances and viability of actions regarding the establishment of the Convention’s working group to study all aspects ofthe conservationand sustainable use of marine biological diversity beyond areas of national jurisdiction withinthe Abidjan Convention framework.
In January, the United Nations Ad HocOpen-ended Informal Working Group recommended to the General Assembly negotiations for a new international legally-binding instrument under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.


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Outside the home, politicians are generally at their most candid when addressing wealthy donors at private events, safely sequestered from the general public and the media.
We know of Barack Obama’s high-handed “bitter clingers” put-down of people who cling to guns and religion having supposedly failed at life thanks to unguarded comments made to donors. Mitt Romney’s infamous “47 percent” remark, in which he was deemed to have effectively written off nearly half of the country from voting for him because they do not pay federal income tax, and which did more than anything to sink his presidential dreams, came from remarks at a fundraiser. So too did Hillary Clinton’s recent “deplorables” debacle, in which she suggested that half of all Donald Trump supporters are essentially abhorrent and unacceptable human beings with whom there can be no meaningful dialogue or compromise.
The only real exception to this roll call of dishonour is Donald Trump himself, a man utterly without shame who is happy airing his most vulgar and ignorant thoughts direct into a live television camera, even during a presidential debate, and who consequently has no need to use donor meetings as a pressure release valve to vent his real feelings.
But for those of us who like our politics with a bit of conviction, principle or even (dare I say it) ideology, then the latest leaked recording of Hillary Clinton candidly addressing a group of starry-eyed donors really takes the biscuit.
During the conversation, also reported in the Intercept, Clinton confesses to feeling “bewildered” by those to her far-left and far-right in the election.
I don’t doubt Clinton for a moment – I am sure that she does indeed feel bewildered by people who actually have political convictions and principles which they are reluctant to bargain away in the pursuit of power. And doesn’t that speak volumes about the type of president she would be?
Here is the precise transcript of her comments.
CLINTON: It is important to recognize what’s going on in this election. Everybody who’s ever been in an election that I’m aware of is quite bewildered because there is a strain of, on the one hand, the kind of populist, nationalist, xenophobic, discriminatory kind of approach that we hear too much of from the Republican candidates. And on the other side, there’s just a deep desire to believe that we can have free college, free healthcare, that what we’ve done hasn’t gone far enough, and that we just need to, you know, go as far as, you know, Scandinavia, whatever that means, and half the people don’t know what that means, but it’s something that they deeply feel. So as a friend of mine said the other day, I am occupying from the center-left to the center-right. And I don’t have much company there. Because it is difficult when you’re running to be president, and you understand how hard the job is — I don’t want to overpromise. I don’t want to tell people things that I know we cannot do.
The centre-left to the centre-right. That is, Hillary Clinton seeks to be the Alpha and the Omega of American politics, oscillating between two non extremes of bland opportunism guided by nothing other than her finely-honed ear for what is politically feasible without upsetting donors or special interests. And this is supposed to be inspiring? This is 21st century leadership?
Let us not be naive: all of politics is a game of compromise – or an unseemly sausage making process, as it is often described. But is Hillary Clinton really surprised that people are having trouble motivating themselves to vote for her when she openly brands herself as an out-and-proud offal grinder? Uninspiring, incremental progress laced with self-interest is what we expect at the end of the political love affair, not the seductive note inspiring us to take a leap of faith in the first place.
The trouble with this fixation on the political centre is that it pays large dividends, right up to the moment where it stops working at all. In Britain, the Labour Party discovered a route back to power which involved shedding nearly all association with their traditional socialism and accommodating much of the post-Thatcher orthodoxy, and it won them three successive general election victories from 1997 through 2005. But with a rudderless Conservative Party barely two degrees further right, suddenly all of the main political parties in Britain found themselves dancing on the head of a pin, ideologically speaking. There was nothing to separate them, from their love of an activist, paternalistic nanny state to their agreement that Britain should remain in the European Union at all costs.
And sure enough, the stale centrist political consensus in Britain, which saw the main political parties using wild rhetoric to describe what were effectively miniscule differences in policy, is in the process of crashing down. The Conservatives were destabilised by the rise of UKIP to the extent that they had to offer (and ended up losing) a referendum on Britain’s continued membership of the EU, while the failure of Ed Miliband to win power in 2015 saw Labour’s centrists routed by the left-wing Corbynites and left utterly without support or influence.
By pursuing such a doggedly centrist course, Hillary Clinton is effectively betting that the political earthquake which shook America’s closest ally will not reach American shores until she is safely ensconced in the White House. But that is an awfully dangerous gamble to make, especially when the Trumpian takeover of the Republican Party shows massive popular fury with the status quo.
For decades now, career politicians have assumed that the deciding bloc of voters requiring outreach and outright pandering were those in the centre. But what if this is no longer the case? Hillary Clinton struggled to prevail in the Democratic primary against Bernie Sanders, an ornery old socialist, and some Sanders supporters see the Libertarian/Green third party tickets or even Donald Trump as a preferable fallback to supporting Clinton. And while Clinton remains the favourite, it may be the case that she succeeds in holding the political centre, but ultimately loses the presidential election because the bottom falls out of a left-wing base which believes she has abandoned them.
And who could blame them for abandoning her in turn? This is a Democratic Party nominee who looks down on people who don’t see the appeal of political triangulation and bet-hedging as immature basement-dwellers who are just too stupid to understand how the world works. A nominee who thinks so little of her own party base that she openly muses with donors about ways to dress up the most meagre accomplishments as “bigger goals” in order to trick the proles and keep them in line.
Hillary Clinton remains the only plausible candidate for US president only because her opponent is Donald J. Trump, much as the only reason for a British small-c conservative to vote for a Big Government-supporting Conservative Party which has abandoned any commitment to fiscal responsibility is the fact that the alternative would be Jeremy Corbyn’s reheated 1970s socialism.
But keep asking people who are sick of the status quo to choose between the lesser of two evils and their responses are likely to become less and less predictable. Hillary Clinton may well succeed in slowly grinding her way to the Oval Office. But if disaster strikes, she will have nobody to blame but herself and her soul-crushingly unidealistic campaign.

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James Hervey Otey (January 27, 1800 – April 23, 1863), Christian educator and the first Episcopal Bishop of Tennessee, established the Anglican church in the state and its first parish churches.
James Hervey Otey was born January 27, 1800 in Bedford County, Virginia to Major Isaac Otey and Elizabeth Mathews. Otey attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Upon his graduation in 1820, he was appointed as a tutor in Greek and Latin at the school. Following his marriage to Elizabeth Davis Pannill, daughter of William Pannill and Martha Mitchell of Petersburg, Virginia in 1821, he moved to Maury County, Tennessee and became principal of a boys' school.
On returning to North Carolina to head the academy at Warrenton, Otey was baptized and confirmed in The Episcopal Church. He became a deacon in 1825 and priest in 1827. He then returned to Franklin and organized Tennessee's first Episcopal church there in the Masonic Lodge. He established several other churches and on July 1, 1829, established the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee at Nashville.
Otey was elected the first bishop in June 1833 and was consecrated at Christ Church, Philadelphia, the following January. Following his election, Otey also took charge of the Diocese of Mississippi and was missionary bishop for Arkansas and the Indian Territory (now Oklahoma). He traveled for months at a time across the extensive region, establishing new churches and preaching the Gospel.
Otey was fervently interested in Christian education and helped organize schools at Ashwood, Jackson and Columbia, Tennessee. His dreams for a "Literary and Theological Seminary" for the region were realized when the University of the South at Sewanee was established in 1857.
Otey lived at "Mercer Hall" in Columbia from 1835 to 1852, when he relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, where in 1863 he died. After the Civil War, he was re-buried at St. John's Church at Ashwood in Maury County.
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