text:
They removed the paid ads from the right side on desktop search results.
They increased the width of the paid ads so they are as long as the organic ads.
They increased the number of paid ads that appear at the top of search results from three, and even four for some search queries.
You can see that removing the right-hand column creates a results page that is more in-line and consistent with the mobile experience, where there is only one column of ads.
Removing the salmon shaded box around the ads certainly makes it far more difficult (at a glance) to see which ads are paid ads and which are organic. There is a small icon that says “ad” if you look closely.
Similarly, removing the Salmon shaded box and elongating the ads so they are the same width as the organic ads also makes it less clear to distinguish which ads are paid and which are organic.
Lastly, with increasing the paid ads from 3 to 4 ads, it is pushing the organic search results down placing more emphasis on the paid ad options.
The four pack of paid ads is present at the top, which indicates what? That’s right, that there is a “High commercial intent” query.
If you look at the context of all the organic ads, you can see that they are all informational intent results. Web pages that talk about best practices for how to stage your home or prepare it to be shown – which is all good content, but not necessarily lined up with the search intent for this user.
So, this is a great opportunity for a PPC Marketer to capitalize on that searcher by showing an ad for a brokerage and who can “actually sell your house for you”!
What does it mean that Google is showing more paid results for commercial intent queries?
For one thing, it is clear that Google is attempting to align its content to be more in line with the customer journey and they’re doing that by providing a greater number of transactional results for queries with transactional intent.
Statistically the split between paid and organic traffic is 80/20 weighted to organic, meaning that more people click on organic ads than paid. So even with the most fortified paid search account, you are only going after 20 percent of the market share.
However, since searches with high commercial intent will display more ads at the top of the page than other searches, it should come as no surprise that clickthrough rates on organic search results will be lower for these queries and we will begin to see a widening in the 80/20 gap increasing PPC’s percentage of traffic to be higher than 20 percent.
It is at this pivotal time that paid search marketers will want to increase their presence and capitalize on this shift from three to four ads because there is far more opportunity to present content when search queries are for transactional terms.
I will close with our research data that we talked about earlier.
Here are the statistics for running PPC on keywords that you rank in the top position organically. You can see after the PPC is added, there is in fact some cannibalization of the SEO traffic. However when you look at the overall traffic increase, it is incremental by 50 percent from what was there previously.
Here is the same data but looking at SEO keywords that rank on the first page in either position No. 2 or 10, but not in the first position. When adding the same keywords in PPC, the cannibalization drops to less than 5 percent and the incremental traffic is almost double at 96 percent!
Imagine if you knew your high transactional intent SEO keywords that both drove traffic to your site and converted for your business, and you doubled that traffic?! As long as the revenue generated from the conversions on this incremental traffic exceeds the investment cost of running PPC, then it is a no brainer for your business and should be ramped up!


text:
Today is the long awaited final day. Presentations begin at 6PM sharp and there's no time to waste. All four teams work till the last minute to bring together their boards and practice their presentations for the perfect delivery.
With the boards assembled, the teams spend their last hour rehearsing their presentations. Each member has 3 minutes to explain their process, sport, inspiration and story. They need to deliver a strong pitch while still manage a cohesive flow with their other teammates. Even though it's a stressful last minute for the designers, they manage to keep it together for a strong finish.
Newer PostShirley Van ACCD T.A.

industry_corpus2: Sports


text: Fat Strips are individual fabrics from a collection cut into 5" or 6" strips. Each strip measures 42-44" long. The number of cuts vary by the collection.

industry_corpus2: Manufacturing


text:
This example lazily loads an expensive to calculate graph in a div within the page, allowing the page to respond immediately.
A div within the page loads a graph from another URL using the ic-get-from attribute. In order to trigger the loading when the page loads, the ic-trigger-on attribute is set to "load".

industry_corpus2: Computing & Telecommunications


text: ROOM: The Space magazine is one of the prominent magazines on space exploration, technology and industry. At ROOM, we share a common objective – advancement of peaceful space exploration for the benefit of humankind, all while bringing you incisive articles on a plethora of interesting topics. Our authors include scientists and industry leaders from all over the world, which lets us bring you the newest and detailed information about x-71 space shuttle.

industry_corpus2: Aerospace


text:
Brain Feeling Like Mush? Take Advantage of Your Work Breaks!
Not Getting Any Job Offers? Don’t Let Your Failed Job Search Get You Down!

industry_corpus2: Others


text:
Well, sort of a little one at least and not wet. Maybe just a dry gulley? Anyway, the tile project is DONE! They came on Tuesday and finished on Friday. All remodels should last but one week don't you think? For a chuckle, this is the little island we traded our big one in for.
Without further babbling, here is the project from start to beauty shot.
While grout and cement waged war on the floor downstairs, I did get a wee bit of sewing done. The last of my cut out Hey June Cheyenne shirts.
In fact I need to get cutting. Try out the Liesl & Me shirt pattern, do the rest of the scrub tops now that all the other sizes of top have been traced and cut out on Swedish tracing paper. A pain I might add. I am worlds laziest person when it comes to patterns. I cut mine out. I'm also going to try a simple kimono type jacket. I picked up some lovely wool crepe fabric for a song and would like to have at least one pretty little jacket to throw on in the fall.
Look at this lovely little spindle that friend Michelle selected for me from Wanda Jenkins.
It's a Jenkins Aegean model done in a beautiful Big Leaf Maple. Michelle included some sumptuous fiber too, Shetland from one of her flock, Vienna. It is lovely to spin even for this spindle novice. Thank you so much Michelle, you may have started another little fiber obsession!
Since the 25 boxes of tile had been taking up critical space in my back weaving studio, once gone I went to town rearranging.
I like the set-up much better. Buttercup and Sheila work nicely together.
The old mid century modern dresser friend Mary gave me before she abandoned us for Arizona is perfect for holding some specialty yarns, rag fabrics and weaving bits and bobs that needed a place to call home. Still a little more organizing but pretty much done.
Speaking of Buttercup, her place mat warp is off and a new rug warp is being measured to go on sometime this week.
These rugs will be for me I think. I could use a few small rag rugs here and there. And here is a quick blanket shot of all the stripes.
I'm well into the center body of the blanket which is done, of course, all in natural.
Parting shot:A Photo bombing Jack!
Dibs on the first comment!
The tile looks great! I know you've got to be happy that project is finished.
Jack! Love the new tile, it looks fantastic. Clean up around your place will be a breeze. Theresa, I have been admiring your kitchen, I love the look and the colors.
Thank you! I'm thrilled it is done. The company did a nice job and right on time.
LOL! yes, JACK! I'll find out tomorrow about the clean up since it is cleaning day. Needs it too, I bypass bothering last week.
The floor is just gorgeous! And so is that blanket! What are the two red boxes on the sides of Buttercup's treadles? Something to help you when you're treadling it?
What a fantastic difference those tiles make! Good choice. But you must have gone crazy waiting for them to finish and clear out your weaving studio!
New floor...new spindle....new tops! It's a winner!!! I can just hear those toenails tip, tip, tipping on that tile! I know you're happy that the job is finished!!!!
Your kitchen looks fabulous! I have tile floors and dogs, so I predict you will love them. Just don't drop anything breakable on them! All your projects fill me with envy. I am not that productive, especially during renovations! And thanks for the song today. After this weekend, I needed it more than ever. Yes, everybody, VOTE!
Wow, it looks fabulous! And that spindle is beautiful. That is just what you need - another fiber obsession! I love the look of your loom room - my mood would brighten every time I stepped in there. Such adorable dogs - I love terriers.
Thank you! Doesn't hold a candle to your lovely old place though.
I just loved Pete Seeger! But his hat was pretty darn cool.
Thank you! I'm rather smitten with the floor, the blanket and Mongo the loom, myself. The boxes are were you can rest the foot that isn't depressing a treadle. It's quite comfortable and gives a place even with the treadles but allowing the shafts to be completely neutral .
I am loving those tiles. I wish I could have done the whole downstairs. Wood floors are nice but tile floors are much more practical with as many dogs as we have.
Very happy! Isn't that spindle lovely! I hope my spindling gets better to do it justice.
Susan, That whole back room is a beautiful place to be. I love the hand painted loom more than I can say and yes, I smile every time I even glance in there. Now you know, terriers are rotten little beasts. I wonder why I love them so much. I think Doxies have more than their fair share of terrier and that goes for Chihuahua's too!
It's beautiful! Now pick up a wet vac tile floor cleaner and your life will be perfect!
What a beautiful result on that floor...so clean and modern and probably a dream to clean as well! I am always so envious when i see photos of your colorful rug under the loom!!!

industry_corpus2: Real Estate & Construction


text:
We located 1 person named Aneesh Singh living in California.
Can’t find the Aneesh Singh you’re looking for? Try a deep search to uncover even more personal info.


text:
First For Women Magazine - Save 52% off the cover price!
Just $1.17 Per Issue! You Save $22.36 (52%) OFF the cover price!
A women's interest magazine, First for Women gives its readers the tools and inspiration they need to feel great, look beautiful and love every dimension of their life. Published every three weeks, First for Women delivers positive information on everything from health and nutrition, to beauty and fitness, to home and family. First for Women crafts every page with uplifting articles that encourage positivity. Thoughtful advice guides through everyday challenges at home and work. Practical ideas for fashion, and quick tips for hair and makeup are included in each issue. Discover new recipes and decorating tips that will turn a house into a home. Expect stories and insights that will bring even more purpose to life.
I love the magazine and I love the fact that you tell us what product is good and where to find it. I take no meds yet but am afraid to take any of the supplements. How do I know if they will work and are they safe? I know you will suggest going to your doctor. Unless the doctor is an alternative doctor there is no way any doctor I know will recommend any of this. They aren't schooled in this.They would not recommend anything much from this magazine. We are on a our own. Any suggestions?
I would love for you guys to do an in depth article on women who have special needs children and CAN NOT get the sleep they need for successful weight loss. I am a fitness professional and I have first hand knowledge of this issue and I know there are a lot of your readers who would benefit from a well written and well researched article on what can help them with their sleep issues and weight. Every issue has great ideas for those who suffer from something that can be corrected with diet and supplements but when a person had chronic sleep deprivation it makes it really, really hard to loose the weight even if your diet is right on point and you are physically active. I for one would love to see this written.
I have been reading First for Women since the first issue and I absolutely love it. Would not miss an issue, keep looking for the new one. Many years ago an article with pictures about skin cancer prompted me to go to the doctor to check it out, and it very likely saved my life. I also like that I don't have to skip pages and pages of advertisements about drugs. Thank you!
Just finished reading my first of FIRST. I'm impressed. From recipes and smart food solutions to 10 uses for salt and your first aww... page, relax and play to last laugh, etc., etc.. How refreshing, I'm looking forward to the next issue. Such a wide variety of interesting subjects and helpful reading material is rare in one issue of modern magazines. Thank you.

industry_corpus2: Health & Medicine


text:
The United States of America (USA) commonly referred to as the sometimes the States, is a federal republic consisting of 50 states and a federal district. The 48 contiguous states and Washington, D.C., are in central North America between Canada and Mexico.
The United States is a developed country and has the world's largest national economy, The U.S. economy is considered post-industrial, the country continues to be one of the world's largest manufacturers. Accounting for 37% of global military spending, it is the world's foremost economic and military power, a prominent political and cultural force, and a leader in scientific research and technological innovations. Americans have the highest average income among OECD nations.
The United States is the leader in many areas of technology and research. While studying here, you will be exposed to advanced technology and research. You may be fortunate enough to meet, and even study, with the leading scholars in your chosen field. The U.S. is the preferred destination for Indian students because U.S. higher educational institutions offer: academic excellence, cutting-edge technology, extensive support services for international students, generous funding opportunities, wide variety of educational options, flexible curriculum and hands-on training (OPT and CPT).
The USA has an established, high-quality tertiary education system. The USA has an impressive seven out of the world’s top 10 universities.
The United States have the finest university education systems in the world. American education is having worldwide reputation of commitment to excellence. US Education is widely respected around the world. America is the top choice of study abroad destination for international students. American universities are recognized and respected globally for their excellence, diversity, flexibility, range of opportunities, modern facilities, resources to enhance the learning experience, and top quality teachers.
If you are interested toward academic research, the US is your perfect choice for higher education. Research at American universities is cutting-edge and often published in journals worldwide. Most professors at these universities are either PhD’s or expert authorities in their own fields. You can get the opportunity to earn while you learn when you enroll into an MS/PhD program. Your research grant will help support your personal needs by waiving your tuition and providing you with a stipend. Funding and grants for most research projects at the university are obtained from either the federal government or reputed multinational corporate in the industry.
International students with degrees from US universities are highly sought-after by employers. A degree from a university in America will give you the qualifications you need to be internationally successful after graduation.
America offers the most diverse and exciting range of higher education options anywhere in the world. There is a wide range of schools, countless areas of study and specialty degrees. If you are interested in studying business, you are not relegated to just general study, but can choose from many concentrations: accounting, marketing, international business, information technology, business management, business administration, or finance. (There are many more!) This type of specialty study is available at the undergraduate, graduate and doctorate level, too.
On completion of your degree, you are legally authorized to work in the US in your related field for about a year. You need to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT). Most international students get inducted into the company that hires them during their OPT period, by sponsoring their H1-B or work visa. The H1- B work visa is usually granted by employers, if they are hiring international students in specialty areas such as software, engineering, accountancy, teaching, etc.
American universities focus on the global aspects of each subject, and thus preparing students with a worldwide view of their subject, through comprehensive and global curriculum to meet these new trends.
Around 30 percent of all international students in the world study in the US. So, as an international student, you will have the unique privilege to interact with lots of people from different nationalities. This exposure will not only enhance your cultural and artistic faculties, but will also help you learn a lot more about the world. The exciting cultural exchange and international diversity will certainly enrich your life both personally and academically. Your new friends will be your new family.
US universities have 3 intakes: Major intake is the fall intake, but most of the universities are open for spring and few of them for summer intake too. However all subjects commence in fall and only some in spring and summer intake.
The tuition fee is different from Universities to Universities and varies widely with courses. It can vary from as low as 12,000 US$ a year to 25,000 US$ per annum. Visit Institutions website for exact fees structure.
The approximate annual living expenses are 10,000 US$, which includes food, accommodation, transportation as well as other daily expenses. However, the expenses may vary depending on the lifestyles.

industry_corpus2: Subject Education


text:
I KNOW, IT'S A LOT TO READ, BUT I PROMISE IT'S WORTH IT.
20. Severability. If any provision of these terms is declared invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be deemed modified to the extent necessary and possible to render it valid and enforceable. In any event, the un-enforceability or invalidity of any provision shall not affect any other provision of these terms, and these terms shall continue in full force and effect, and be construed and enforced, as if such provision had not been included, or had been modified as above provided, as the case may be.

industry_corpus2: Law & Justice


text: Dreamscapes has been our go-to landscape company for several major projects over the last several years. Jacob and his crew are professional, creative and conscientious. They all work hard to make sure their customers are completely satisfied with their work product. I especially appreciate that they want to do things right, even if it takes a little longer, rather than rushing just to get the job done. Quality is clearly important to them and it shows in the work they produce and the relationships they build with their customers. I highly recommend Dreamscapes with complete confidence to anyone who values artistry in landscaping and quality in workmanship.


text:
Wondering on how you can play a casino game that doesn’t require you to travel far away from your home or office? If your answer is yes, then it means that the only thing that you can do is to enter a casino online betting website. But if you don’t have any idea on what the best online casino was. Then it will be better if you will going to read the article about this Casinoonlineqq808.com Top Casino Live Gaming Website in Malaysia. Because this article is all about how awesome this online casino was.
The first thing that can tell you that this live gaming website in Malaysia is really one of the best. Is its online casino betting license. On the reason that not all online betting website that you can found on the internet can obtain a precious license. Especially from the most reputable institution like PAGCOR. But, this casinoonlineqq808 is having a betting license that came from the PAGCOR. Which means, they are really one of the best because only the best website can obtain a license.
On the first place, you are looking for a way where you can play a casino betting game that doesn’t require you to travel. This casino Malaysia website is capable of that, and there is something more that you will really going to love. Because this website is so convenient that it is not only compatible to a computers and laptops, but also this website is compatible to most mobile phones these days. Meaning, as long as you have your phone with you and it is connected to the internet. It means you can play any casino betting game you want.
Another great thing about this live casino online gambling Malaysia site is that it have plenty of well-known casino providers. Like the casino providers: Gameplay Interactive, Opus casino, TGP casino, Oriental Gaming casino, Allbet casino, Asia Gaming casino, Royal casino, Playtech casino, and many more. With the help of those providers, this website can easily provide you plenty of awesome casino betting games, great casino features, and many other awesome things that some casino website might not be able to provide.
Lastly, the main thing about this live casino betting site in Malaysia that will going to make you love it. Is none other the promotions, rewards, and bonuses that you can get once you decide to become a member of this website. You can obtain such bonuses like welcome bonus, reload bonus, reward point lucky draw that can give you a chance to hit a 7000 MYR per day. An unlimited weekly cash rebate and even a free VIP membership level and many more.
This Casinoonlineqq808.com Top Casino Live Gaming Website in Malaysia is the answer to your problem about how you can play a casino betting game whenever you want to. So, the only thing you need to do is to register an account, and play any casino games you want.

industry_corpus2: Gaming


text:
Supriti Bezbaruah has over 15 years of experience of research on gender and development issues. She is the author of the book ‘Banking on Equality: women, work and employment in the banking sector in India’ published by Routledge. She is currently a Research Fellow with the International Longevity Centre (an initiative of Tsao Foundation), Singapore. She also serves on the Board of PrimeTime Business and Professional Women’s Association. She has previously worked at among others, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in India, the Institute of Development Studies (IDS) in the United Kingdom and the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies (ISEAS) in Singapore. She completed her BA (Hons) degree from Oxford University, her MSc in Development Studies from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and a Phd from Queen Mary, University of London.
Last month, as the world marked International Women’s Day, it seems that Singaporean women had plenty to cheer about: the small city-state outperforms its regional counterparts in many measures of gender equality. In 2014, it was ranked as the top Asian country on the United Nations Gender Inequality Index (GII). Last year, the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report observed that Singapore “is the country that has made the most progress in the region” in economic participation and opportunities for women. According to the Mastercard Index of Women Entrepreneurs, Singapore is among the top countries for fostering female entrepreneurship. Singapore also does well in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), with a 50% increase in the representation of women scientists and engineers holding PhDs. Nearly one in three of all research scientists and engineers (RSE) are female, a ratio higher than countries like Germany or France.
Despite such commendable progress, as we know, no country in the world has achieved gender equality, and Singapore is no exception. There is room for improvement. First, while the number of women working has been steadily rising – from 54.3% in 2006 to 60.4% in 2015 – there are still far fewer women working compared to men (76.2%).
Second, although according to the ILO’s Global Wage Report 2016/17, Singapore’s gender wage gap is among the lowest among many countries, women still earn less than men, with the gender wage gap estimated to be about 10.3% in 2016.
Not surprisingly, 63% of respondents for a survey conducted in 2016 believed that a glass ceiling still exists in Singapore. So, what holds women back?
In Singapore, the main problem seems to be juggling work with family commitments. In a recent survey, 57% of working mothers cited work-life balance as the top challenge for career advancement. Because of these pressures, women don’t stay in the workforce for long. While both men and women enter the labour force in roughly equal numbers in their 20s, from 30 years onwards, women tend to leave. The main reason? Family responsibilities (housework, childcare, care-giving to families/relatives).
Finally, gender stereotypes continue to hinder women’s career advancement. For instance, a white paper on women in the workplace found that 32% of Singaporean women believed that the under-representation of women in leadership is due to a preference by management to promote men over women. Similarly, in another survey, more than half (59%) of women attributed gender stereotypes/assumptions as the most significant barrier to hiring experienced female talent.
Madame Halimah Yacob, Speaker of Parliament notes, “It may sound strange that in this day and age we are still talking about the glass ceiling…” So what can be done? For a start, policies, from diversity champions to increased parental leave to flexible work arrangements are important, and need to be sustained. But workplaces need to go beyond this and foster a fundamental change in workplace culture that recognises and integrates women’s different needs and talents.
This articles was written by the author in her personal capacity. The opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own and do not reflect the view of any organisations or institutions.
 ILO 2016. Global Wage Report 2016/17: Wage inequality in the workplace. Geneva: International Labour Office.
 The Economist Corporate Network. 2016. Women in Leadership in Asia Pacific. Sponsored by Willis Towers Watson.
 Ministry of Manpower. 2016. Labour Force in Singapore 2016. Singapore: Ministry of Manpower, Manpower Research and Statistics Department.
 Credit Suisse. 2014. The CS Gender 3000: Women in Senior Management. Zurich: Credit Suisse Research Institute, pp. 13 – 14.
One of the key challenges faced by working women is striking a harmony between work and personal or family life. Singapore women are more likely to drop out of the labor force after marriage and childbirth.

industry_corpus2: Finance & Economics


text:
Three years ago I arrived at Strathclyde halls anticipating my new digs. I knew I’d be spending the rest of my year there living, sleeping and (perhaps more terrifyingly) cooking and eating beside strangers whose habits might not be in sync with my own. When one of my flatmates sat down late one night with a meal of digestive biscuits smeared with tuna mayonnaise … for her dinner (!), anticipation soon turned into bizarre confusion.
You’re probably already aware that it’s tempting to slip into the habit of super noodles, takeaways and everything in-between. But allow yourself to fall and this time next year you might find yourself a little chubby round the edges and desperately budgeting in your weekly Dominoes.
No doubt your mother’s already told you that buying your ingredients and cooking for yourself is cheaper. You were given a kitchen, a cooker and flatmates for a reason; you might use these as best you can.
I‘d like to think my relative normality with regard to my eating habits had some sort of positive influence on ‘Ms Tuna-Biscuits’, but I probably don’t need to emphasise to you the benefits cooking for yourself when you move away from home. Here’s a little secret, though: when you know exactly what you’re putting in your food, there’s also a good chance it’s healthier. Not only that, it provides a bit of self-satisfaction and fun too.
Wash the vegetables and chop them all up.
Melt the butter in a pot. Add all the vegetables (minus the tin of tomatoes) and the parsley. Gently fry until sizzling.
Add the tin of tomatoes and the sugar.
Make the chicken stock (i.e. add stock cubes to boiling water and stir), then add to the vegetables in the pot.
Bring to the boil and simmer until vegetables are soft.
Add a good splash of milk, sprinkle more parsley on top, season to taste and serve with crusty bread!
Cook the pasta (as directed of the pack) in a large-ish pot.
Heat the oil in a frying pan and cook the onion and garlic until softened.
Add the bacon and fry until cooked.
Add the courgettes and mushrooms. Cook until the excess liquid has drained off.
Add the Philadelphia cheese and milk and continue to cook over a low heat until the cheese has melted.
Drain the pasta, return to the pot, and stir in the Philly mixture and parsley.
Season to taste, serve with a little salad, and enjoy!

industry_corpus2: Hospitality & Catering


text:
The rise of the machines has begun: Steve Sande's household fan is now self-aware. Sande, a Colorado-based tech writer, had noticed that his cat, Ruby, was suffering on hot summer days. His house doesn't have air-conditioning, and he wasn't always around to turn on the fan.
So Sande bought a new gizmo called the WeMo Switch, which connects to the Internet so you can turn on an outlet remotely. It's also programmable. Using the free web service If This Then That, Sande created a script that monitors information from Yahoo Weather. If the temperature in his neighborhood hits 85 degrees, the fan turns itself on and cools the house. "This entire thing," he says, "revolves around a 17-year-old cat."
I love this story, because it illustrates something fascinating: The Internet of Things is finally arriving—and it's bubbling up from the grassroots.
The Internet of Things is the long-prophesied phenomenon of everyday devices talking to one another—and us—online, creating odd new behaviors and efficiencies. Fridges that order food when you're almost out of butter! Houses that sense when you're gone and power down!
Back in the '90s, big companies built systems to do tricks like this, but they were expensive, hard to use, and vendor-specific. The hype eventually boiled away. The Internet of Things turned out to be vaporware.
Until the past few years, that is, when the landscape shifted from below.
Hackers began using increasingly inexpensive sensors and open source hardware—like the Arduino controller—to add intelligence to ordinary objects. There are now kits that let your plants tweet when they need to be watered and teensy printers that scour the web and print out stuff you might be interested in. And there are oodles of "quantified-self" projects: "I know a guy who put a tilt sensor in his beer mug. It lets him know precisely how much he drank during Oktoberfest," Arduino hacker Charalampos Doukas says with a laugh. "Sensor prices are going down; sizes are going down. The only limit is your imagination."
Meanwhile, new cloud services have emerged—like If This Then That or Cosm—that let devices interact in unexpected ways. One Salesforce.com employee uses If This Then That to sound an alarm if his company's stock price drops below $100.
Indeed, the garage-born Internet of Things isn't all whimsy and cats. After the Fukushima nuclear disaster, many Japanese worried that the government wasn't providing adequate data on areas outside the evacuation zone. So some hackers designed customized Geiger counters that automatically updated radioactivity levels on an online map. Soon there were more than 300 jury-rigged all over the country, so the public could see real-time radiation levels. "It was the largest nongovernmental radiation-monitoring network in Japan," says Chris "Akiba" Wang, one of the hackers. A similar example recently emerged in earthquake-prone Chile, where a student modded a seismometer to tweet its readings. It quickly amassed more than 300,000 followers, who were grateful for the early alerts.
In essence, the Internet of Things is happening because it has reached the "Apple II stage." This is the moment when a new technology finally becomes easy enough to use that thousands of people start doing experiments to scratch a personal itch—like Sande with his fan. And the pace of experimentation is going to accelerate, as new gear arrives that makes it even cheaper and easier.
In the next few years, more and more of our stuff will start talking. I can't wait to see what it says.


text:
Barry Fishman's work focuses on games as models for more engaging learning environments, and academic innovation in K-12 and higher education.
employ video games to support formative assessment practices.
The Journal of the Learning Sciences from 2005-2012.
Research and Scholarship in Learning Technologies.
in 1992, and his Ph.D. in Learning Sciences from Northwestern University in 1996.


text:
On-site drug test is one which gives quick results on the spot. It is less intrusive compared to laboratory drug test. On-site drug test is usually used by people who take a drug test at home, at work places or educational institutions. The most common types used for on-site drug testing are urine drug testing, oral (saliva) drug testing and hair drug testing.
Immediate Results: Results are available in less than five minutes with the help of on-site drug testing.
Self test product: No training or special skills are required for on-site drug testing. Help of another person is not needed to conduct the test.
No clinic fees: As it is self test product, no need to approach any clinic for laboratory tests. On-site drug testing saves your clinic fees.
No waiting for appointment and reports: You should wait for reports from laboratory services by atleast one day. Reports are available in couple of hours with the help of on-site drug testing.
Test multiple people at a time: On-site drug testing is applicable at schools, workplaces as it tests many people at one place in less time.
Accuracy: On-site drug testing gives instant results with accuracy up to 98%.
On-site drug testing is very helpful at schools because it gives quick results at a time for many pupils. The purpose of school drug testing is to keep students away from using drugs. According to white house drug policy, drug testing program helped Hunterdon Central Region High School to reduce 13% to 4% of cocaine use by the students.
Employee can be tested within 4 to 6 minutes and can be get back to job in no time. On-site drug testing is less expensive compared to laboratory services. On-Site Drug Screening will not allow the suspect to tamper the specimen samples. The employee will be tested immediately that enhances the chance of detecting a drug user.
Onsite drug resting saves working hours for corporates and schools with quick results with it’s on the spot testing procedures. It is less expensive and more convenient comparing to laboratory services and special skills are not required to conduct on-site drug testing. On-site drug testing is suitable to educational institutions or workplace as you can test many people at a time with less effort.


text:
We speak from Florence (Firenze), capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany (Toscana), by the margins of the Arno River. Florence was, for a long time, ruled by the Medici dynasty, one of several noble families who showed off their riches by building gorgeous palaces and sponsoring the arts. Around the year 1500, Florence became the most important cultural center of the Italian Renaissance. Many great artists and writers lived and worked here, such as Machiavel, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and Michelangelo, author of the famous statue of David, the replica of which can be seen at the “Piazza della Signoria”.
We came to Florence to talk about a not so widely known character, who played nonetheless a very important role, not only in the city’s history but also in that of Christianity. We’re talking about Jerome Savonarola, a Dominican friar whose memory has been preserved by a plaque at the city’s main square (Piazza della Signoria), which commemorates the site where he and two of his closest followers were hanged and burned as heretics in 1498, two decades before the beginning of the Reformation.
Savonarola came to Florence around 1480, when Lorenzo of Medici, known as “The Magnificent”, was at the peak of his power. That was a time of great economic, artistic and cultural splendor, but also of such moral decay that Savonarola couldn’t help but denounce. His preaching at St. Mark’s Convent attracted multitudes, who could immediately relate to his attacks on heavy taxes, social injustice, corruption and the flaunting of riches that marked the lives of nobles and religious leaders of the time. In 1494, Florence was invaded by Charles VIII, king of France. The Medici were dethroned, and the city had, for the four following years, a republican government.
Savonarola, who had predicted the invasion and regularly preached against the Medici government, became the city’s actual ruler and started, during that period, a major moral reform in Florence. Became particularly famous the so-called “Bonfire of Vanities”, promoted by Savonarola, to which all citizens of Florence were called to bring, for public burning, all objects related to sin: decks of cards, luxury items, ornaments and even books or artworks considered immoral. Savonarola’s reform had, at first, great acceptance. It has been said that the city became a huge convent.
But it is obvious that his radical preaching, as well as his political convictions, brought him many enemies, among which was none less than the pope Alexander VI, member of the Borgia family, whose offensive lifestyle had often been denounced by the friar. Savonarola was, for several times, denied the right of preaching, and was finally excommunicated by the Catholic Church – yet they did not silence his voice. He was arrested at St. Mark’s Convent, in April 1498, and went through horrible torturing before being finally hanged and burned at Piazza della Signoria just a month later.
Savonarola has been considered one of the forerunners of the Protestant Reformation, although not a theological reformer, since he never departed from Roman Catholic doctrine. He was definitely a moral reformer, who, with a prophetic voice, denounced sin and announced God’s judgment, calling his contemporaries to repentance. Such boldness cost him his very life, granting him a place in the gallery of martyrs – those who wrote with their own blood the history of the Christian Church.


text:
Q. Can I take CUGS 2050 more than once?
Students receive five elective credits for the successful completion of CUGS 2050. Students cannot enroll in the course a second time, unless they do not pass the first attempt.


text:
An in-depth look at some brilliant engineering.
The drinking bird is an iconic desk toy, right up there with Newton's Cradle, but can you explain how it works? The principle is unintuitive at first glance, but beautifully simple in hindsight, like only the most mesmerizing bits of engineering are.
It stumped Albert Einstein, who could not immediately figure it out.
It will drink twice as fast if it's drinking whisky.
The bird does not drink at all.
The hat isn't a fashion statement; it hides a small stem used to fill and seal the birds innards.
Let's face it, you are long overdue to get one for your desk.

industry_corpus2: Technology & Research


text:
Comms-care, leader in the provision of channel network and IT support services, has recently relocated their Headquarters of the last 9 years in Crewe, to brand new, custom designed offices closer to Manchester at Cheshire Business Park.
The company has completed an impressive, brand reflective refurbishment at their new HQ, providing them with double the amount of space than at their previous premises to accommodate a growing workforce. The main focus for the new HQ is to become a ‘Centre of Service Excellence’ for Comms-care’s channel partners and includes a state-of-the-art Service Desk, a Knowledge Centre where Comms-care will be providing vendor specific training, and access to channel service specialists.
Comms-care put the office move project in place over 2 years ago, after an increase in business from channel partners looking to the ‘channel-only’ company to utilise their ‘white label’ IT support services. Just like their recent advertising campaign ‘Expand your IT Support Team’ Comms-care are also expanding to cope with the growing demand for both their existing and new services.
The office move will assist in the recruitment of highly skilled individuals from the major conurbations of Manchester, Liverpool and Chester, ensuring that Comms-care’s rapid expansion plans across all departments are fulfilled. As well as opening up new recruitment catchment areas, having twice the amount of office space will accommodate the long term growth of Comms-care as the company expand in to new services and technology areas such as Data Centres.


text:
I dare you not to sound at least a little snobby as you order a glass Libertine’s new “Saison Fronce.” Of course, the SLO tasting room and brewery is far from fancy: It's a down home place where vinyl Janis Joplin records spin and you can even purchase a wicked cool frisbee for your next outdoor excursion. The beer, a twist on a traditional saison mixed with kooky chocolate malts, is totally unexpected, which is all you can really expect when you’re drinking at Libertine. A nuanced, dark saison in a place that feels like a warehouse? You’re a long way from Kansas, buddy. And a long way from Fronce, for that matter. Just go with it.
• Libertine Brewing Company’s Saison Fronce—About $5; 1234 Broad St., SLO.
Before you start bemoaning two sour reviews in one issue, let me just tell you—this sour is worth trying now. Firstly, it’s really delicious. Secondly, it may not be around for long. The new BarrelHouse Brewing Co. “speakeasy and barber shop” on Chorro Street is ground zero for new brews as well as limited releases, which means there’s always something new and fleeting on tap. This illustrious offering, batch No. 1406, is a sunset-colored flavor bomb bursting with rare Dapple Fire pluots sourced from a local organic farm. The fruit flavor is hard to put your finger on, probably because it’s not every day that you come face to face with the plum-apricot hybrid. The feeling it gave me, however, is totally recognizable: summer in the dead of winter. According to a helpful bartender, BarrelHouse and Libertine are known to share fruit when they can, including pluots (that’s another story). This kind of sour beer harmony makes my heart soar all aflutter. Let’s rock out like the peacots are in season!
• BarrelHouse Brewing Co.’s Wild Dapple Fire—$16 for a 12-ounce pour; 1033 Chorro St., SLO.
Hayley Thomas is so sour she’s sweet. She can be reached at hthomas@newtimesslo.com.


text:
srdt cord china dryer cord dryer power cord cord extension cords china listed 4 feet amp 4 wire range power dryer extension cord.
srdt cord i 1 4 c 3 4 1 4 flexible cords and cables wires flexible cord cae 1 4 c e a4awg.
srdt cord range cord 6 2 8 2 4 ft.
srdt cord prime 3 pole 4 wire dryer cord volt gray 6 feet.
srdt cord 4 wire 6 2 8 2 black round.
srdt cord dryer and range cord.
srdt cord dryer cord 3 wire spade.
srdt cord power cord with.
srdt cord dryer cord 3 gray.
srdt cord power zone black dryer cord 6 ft 4 amp.
srdt cord hyper tough 4 dryer cord.
srdt cord type power cord range cord dryer power cord buy type power cord range cord dryer power cord type.
srdt cord superior electric 4 wire amp range cord 2 2.
srdt cord appliance power cord 4 amp 3 pole 4 wire.
srdt cord the latest design spade ends range cords 6 2.
srdt cord woods 6 1 amp range appliance power supply cord 4.
srdt cord get quotations a cable 4 gauge amp dryer power supply cord.
srdt cord cable 6 2 and 8 2 gauge amp range power supply cord 4 4 wire 2v black.
srdt cord flexible power cable 3 conductor.
srdt cord extension cord a 0 vac w 6 ft l cord 3 conductors.
srdt cord range cord 6 foot amp 4 wire.
srdt cord range dryer cord sets.
srdt cord 4 black amp dryer cord.


text:
New Delhi, Dec 13: It may take you days to get over the revelations made by Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor.
Sonam reveals she was 'shocked' by the ignorance and taboos that still cloak the subject of menstrual hygiene, revealing that prohibitions were applied within her own family as well. Sonam's work-in-progress film Padman tells the story of A Murugunantham, inventor of a machine that would cheaply manufacture sanitary napkins. Not everyone would consider this film-worthy, Sonam told news agency PTI, adding that urban women are more open to publicly discussing menstruation. "Menstrual hygiene is an issue, which not many people would think can be a good subject for a film. For city girls it is normal, but when we were shooting in Maheshwar and around, the ignorance I saw was shocking," Sonam said, reports PTI.
The actress drew on her own experience of being told to stay out of certain places while on her period. "Even with us, we remember our grandmother asking do not go to the temple, or in the kitchen or don't go close to the pickles. As city girls we get to hear all of that so just imagine what girls in smaller villages are going through," Sonam Kapoor told PTI.
This sort of "backward thinking" is the focus of Padman, which co-stars Akshay Kumar and Radhika Apte. It features a special appearance by Amitabh Bachchan and is expected in theatres on January 26. The film is written and produced by Akshay's wife Twinkle Khanna and directed by R Balki.
Sonam Kapoor says films and marquee names help highlight social themes. "Cinema is the largest medium. It reaches out to a larger audience. Especially, if you have mainstream stars attached to such films, it works. For a film like Munnabhai or PK, if they have big names attached to them, and the issues are pertinent, it makes a big difference," she told PTI.
PTI said it spoke to Sonam Kapoor on the sidelines of the Blenders Pride Fashion Tour, where she walked the ramp for designer Tarun Tahiliani.

industry_corpus2: Film & Entertainment


text:
Game Exorcist 2. Download game Exorcist 2 for free at Nevosoft.Com. Description, walkthough of Exorcist 2, buy game.
Take up the cross and slip into the role of a young exorcist on his first solo battle with the forces of evil. The Ghostfighter estate seems to be the center of a cloud of diabolical deeds... Can you save the soul of a possessed girl and uncover your hellish adversary’s dark secret.Could your former mentor really have fallen victim to demonic seductions? Follow strange signs, malevolent marks, diabolical whispers and demonic screams to the source of the terror. Do you dare join the fight against evil?


text:
If you have any concerns or complaints or want to report an issue about any Garnier products and their application to you, or you have technical questions about the Site or an order placed on the site please contact our Customer Care Department at UKConsumerAdvice@loreal.com Garnier reserves the right to refer your query to its Consumer Advisory Department rather than responding via the Chat Service it if it believes that your query would be better handled in this way.
Garnier shall not be held responsible for any content created by you on the Chat Service. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Garnier excludes all implied representations, conditions and warranties whether express or implied. Garnier shall not be liable to you or any other party for actions, proceedings, claims, losses or damages suffered by you arising from or connected to your use of the Chat Service or indirect or consequential loss or for loss of data, loss of revenue or loss of profits, whether in contract, tort or under statute or otherwise arising from or connected to your use of the Chat Service.
By submitting your email address in connection with your use of the Chat Service, you agree that Garnier and its third party service providers may use your email address to contact you about the status of your query and for other administrative purposes.
You agree to indemnify, keep indemnified and hold Garnier (which shall include its officers, directors, agents, subsidiaries, joint ventures, employees and third-party service providers, including but not limited to Hinduja Global Solutions UK Limited and Iadvize Limited, harmless from all losses, claims, demands, and damages (actual and consequential) of every kind and nature, direct or indirect including reasonable legal fees, which are incurred by Garnier for any breach of your representations and warranties set forth above.
We may make available on this Site a space, powered by Olapic, Inc. (“Olapic”) dedicated to user content, such as for example text, photos, videos, etc. (“User Content”). Where you upload User Content to our site, or respond to our request to use User Content you have already posted to social media with hastags listed here you agree to our #YesGarnier terms and conditions.
Please inform us of any User Content which appears contrary to applicable legislation in force and/or to accepted standards of morality and/or the principles set forth herein and/or which infringes the rights of others, at the following address:ukconsumeradvice@loreal.com.
View supporting claim documentation here.


text:
Stewart Family Medicine & After-Hours was originally established in 2009.
The clinic was sold to an outside company in 2011. In 2014, the Stewart's were thrilled to regain ownership.
like occupational medicine & in-house lab draws, as well as adding some new services.
The clinic's central location makes it extremely convenient for people from many surrounding areas.
They can provide primary care services to the entire family and offer urgent care services after hours from 5pm-8pm.
in the family gets sick while keeping ALL of the patient's medical records in one place.
friendly and comfortable atmosphere that they have always been known for.
services to fellow members of this community as well as other surrounding areas.
"We strive to offer the most comfortable atmosphere possible when patients come to visit our clinic.
From the friendliness of our staff to the family oriented atmosphere you can't help but feel comfortable."
SFM is a breath of fresh air in the forever changing world of heatlhcare.


text:
Let us help you to get a short term payday loan in Irving (Texas). Irving is approved to get payday loans for their residents. You need to fill out the online cash loan form and you will be redirected to online direct lender services page in Irving.
If you need quick cash for a temporary financial setback, an online payday loan lender in Irving can assist you to attain the cash you need. The process is easy – just fill out the form and attain the cash loan in Irving TX. It’s a simple, no-hassle way to deal with your money issues from a reputable online direct lender in Irving.
Most people, even those who have a steady income source and get paychecks on a regular basis, can feel the pain of an emergency. They want to get the cash they need without a lot of questions being asked. This is why Bigskycash.org came to be. It offers quick submission of an online form to attain a rapidly fast online payday loan in Irving TX.
If you live in Irving and need quick cash loan, fill out the Bigskycash online form. Upon approval, you’ll get the money you need in 24 hours or less.
It doesn’t matter what you need the cash for; when you face a financial setback, you may need a little help to get you through. With a Irving payday loans lender, you can attain the cash you need quickly and deal with the problem you have. It takes minutes to fill out the easy form and receive an answer from online direct lender.
When it comes to the cash-lending industry in Irving, you need to deal with a loan lender you trust. Bigskycash can help you to find a highly-reputable payday loan lender that gives you the rundown of costs you incur when you take out a payday loans in Irving TX. They want you to know what the terms of the Irving cash loan are before you take one out.
The Federal Truth in Lending Act demands that Irving payday loan lenders disclose this information to potential recipients. Irving payday loan lenders make it a priority to follow the laws as laid out. Irving residents have every right to get a no-hassle, completely confidential payday loan in Irving that includes clearly laid out, understandable terms.
When you need payday cash loans now, turn to Bigskycash to get the cash you need from a reputable direct payday loan lender in Irving TX.


text:
Just as your fingerprint is a reminder that you, indeed, are one-of-a-kind, each of our Dream Rings is unique in its shape and combination of colors. So when you wear it, you're reminded of just how special and unique your own free-to-be story is. More than that, each of these rings is hand-made by Free Trade artisan Willy Bermudez and his staff in Lima, Peru - of recycled aluminum. So our story supports his, and his ours, and ours yours... a perfect example of how stories, when told well, complement one another.
SIZING. A Small sizes between 1 and 3, perfect for a little girl or an adult pinky. A Medium sizes between 4 and 6, usually best for a girl's larger hand or an adult's smaller hand. And a Large sizes between 7 and 9, best for an adult's larger hand. Also, the way they're crafted allows for each ring to expand by almost a full ring size.
COLOR. Part of the fun is not knowing what combination you're going to get. But we invite you to identify one color you'd really like. Please understand that due to the unique nature of these rings, we can't accept returns due to color. In the words of our mothers (the words we swore we'd never say ourselves): You get what you get. But really, not knowing is half the fun.


text:
Ask for your queries from expert trainers and connect with the professionals for better career.
Aykapro provided me a platform to reach out to customers who eventually take up my course. It has helped me in gaining financial independence and a strong customer base in a matter of weeks. Thanks for the help Aykapro !! :).
What has worked for me the most at Aykapro is the efficiency of the running of the platform. The queries are authentic, the exposure to prospective students is both national & international plus the fact that tutor concerns are addressed & resolved quickly..


text:
Star Tile Roof Repair will be available for all your requirements regarding Tile Roof Repair in Esopus, NY. Our crew of highly trained experts will give you the support you'll need with the most innovative solutions available. We make certain that you receive the most excellent support, the best value, and the best quality products. We are going to make it easier to make decisions for your own venture, reply to your concerns, and organize an appointment with our workers whenever you give us a call by dialing 888-738-5526.
Economizing is an integral part of the project. On the other hand, you want the most impressive and highest standard of services for Tile Roof Repair in Esopus, NY. We offer the very best quality even while saving you money. If you hire our staff, you're going to get the advantage of our own valuable experience and top quality materials to ensure that the project lasts while saving your time and cash. We are able to do that by providing you with the very best discounts in the field and avoiding expensive mistakes. Save your time and funds through calling Star Tile Roof Repair right now. We'll be waiting to answer your call at 888-738-5526.
Tile Roof Repair are available in Esopus, NY.
You will need to be informed when it comes to Tile Roof Repair in Esopus, NY. We will make sure that you know what to expect. That's the reason why we make every attempt to make sure you are familiar with the plan and aren't facing any kind of surprises. You can start by going over your job with our customer service representatives when you dial 888-738-5526. We will answer all of your important questions and schedule the preliminary meeting. We work with you throughout the whole process, and our company can show up on time and ready.
You'll have many good reasons to consider Star Tile Roof Repair to meet your needs when it comes to Tile Roof Repair in Esopus, NY. We offer the greatest customer care ratings, the very best quality resources, and the most effective and successful cash saving techniques. We have got the expertise you will want to meet all your ambitions. Dial 888-738-5526 to reach Star Tile Roof Repair and consider your goals about Tile Roof Repair in Esopus.


text:
Thanks so much for considering membership in First United Methodist Church Winnsboro!
We would be honored to have you as part of the membership and I recognize that joining the Church should be a thoughtful decision. If you have visited with us already, you know that we only consider you a visitor ONCE and when you come back you’re FAMILY, and we truly mean that!
If you choose to remain a visitor for a while, no problem! In fact, membership has no privileges. Only responsibility. As a visitor, the only noticeable difference is that you cannot serve as a committee chair or on some leadership committees, but nothing else is different!
When you join a United Methodist church, you join on three levels: 1) as a Christian first, 2) then as a United Methodist, and then 3) as a member of a particular church. You first affirm that you are a Christian having a relationship with the Triune God and seek to live out your faith in Jesus Christ. Then, while you may not agree entirely with all the beliefs of the Methodist church, it’s probably good to understand the basic doctrines (click here for more). Finally, you join the individual church and covenant to support it with your prayers, your presence, your gifts, your service, and your witness.
For me, I see membership in a church as a commitment you are making to God first ~ it’s personal ~ it’s a vow that requires faithfulness and grace ~ it should not be entered into lightly, but prayerfully. However, when you do make that commitment, our entire congregation will renew their covenant with you to affirm the belief that we are a community of faith as much as we are individuals of faith!
If you are coming to First UMC Winnsboro from another Methodist church we can simply transfer your membership. Just let us know when you’re ready and we’ll send a letter to your former church home and introduce you to the congregation! If you are coming from another denomination and you’re ready to make the commitment to First UMC Winnsboro, our church congregation will affirm your vows (see the 2 questions below) with you! This is important because in so doing, we agree to work together, as a church family, to help each other grow in our faith. When you’re ready, please let me know.
WHAT IF I HAVE NEVER BEEN A MEMBER OF A CHURCH? If you are new to church life and have never professed membership in a church before, we will be especially blessed to welcome you into the “Body of Christ!” You will be asked to make a profession of faith as follows: ~Do you renounce the spiritual forces of wickedness, reject the evil powers of this world, and repent of your sins? ~Do you accept the freedom and power God gives you to resist evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves? ~Do you confess Jesus Christ as your Savior, put your whole trust in his grace, and promise to serve him as your Lord, in union with the church which Christ has opened to people of all ages, nations, and races? ~According to the grace given to you, will you remain faithful members of Christ’s holy church and serve as Christ’s representatives in the world?
CONGREGATION THEN JOINS TOGETHER Let us join together in professing the Christian faith as contained in the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments. ~Do you believe in God the Father? I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. ~Do you believe in Jesus Christ? I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again to judge the living and the dead. ~Do you believe in the Holy Spirit? I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic [universal] church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting.
I would also love to discuss baptism with you, for you or your children, if you have not been baptized. In the Methodist Church, we accept your Baptism, of water and the Holy Spirit, regardless of what main stream Christian denomination you come from. We don’t believe you have to be baptized again! (Click here for details on BAPTISM in the Methodist Church).
Please feel free to call me (903-342-6172) or email me if you have questions or want to talk!


text:
The Third-Mainland Bridge is one of the three bridges linking Lagos Island to the mainland.
It was named Third-Mainland Bridge because it is the third of the three bridges that connects Lagos Island with the Mainland – the other two being the Eko and Carter Bridges.
The Third-Mainland Bridge is the longest of the three bridges.
The Third-Mainland bridge starts from Oworonshoki which is linked to the Apapa-Oshodi expressway and Lagos-Ibadan expressway, and ends at the Adeniji Adele Interchange on Lagos Island.
The completion of the abandoned Third-Mainland Bridge was a collaborative effort of the Gen. Babangida-led Federal government and the Raji-Rasaki-led Lagos state government.
Renowned engineering firm, Julius Berger, constructed the Third-Mainland Bridge.
The then Nigerian Head-of-State, General Ibrahim Babangida, commissioned the Bridge on his birthday – 17th August,1990.
The Third-Mainland Bridge has a total length of 11.8 km.
The Third-Mainland Bridge was the longest bridge in Africa until 1996 when the 20.5 km long “6th October Bridge” located in Cairo, Egypt was completed in 1996.
The Third-Mainland Bridge is the longest Bridge longest in West Africa.
The official name of the bridge is “Ibrahim Babangida Bridge”. However, the bridge is rarely called by that name.
The Third-Mainland Bridge is an eight-lane bridge.
The Bridge offers breath-taking views of the Lagos Lagoon, the University of Lagos Waterfront and Makoko, a shanty town built on the Lagos Lagoon.
Less than N1Billion naira was spent by the Babangida administration to complete the Third Mainland Bridge after the abandoned project was restarted.
In 2013, 1.05billion was spent on repair works on the Third Mainland Bridge and additional works on the bridge’s expansion joints.


text:
The Audi food and wine festival offers an influential line-up of leading chefs, iconic winemakers, leading food and wine media, restaurateurs and serious foodies converge on the magical setting of Noosa on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast to taste, talk, debate, dine and indulge…. Noosa Style!
The Festival will include over 150 contributors made up of Australia’s leading chefs, winemakers, food producers, restaurateurs, restaurant critics and media.
This is simply the best fun you will have over three days of food, wine, lifestyle events and entertainment.
Alex Seaside Resort at Maroochydore and the Audi Food and Wine Festival, what a great weekend……….Sunshine Coast style!


text:
All of our pearl descriptions are in accordance with the Gemmological Institute of America (GIA).
Raw Pearls determines Pearl Quality using these 7 value factors while taking into account the Pearl Type.
Pearls are measured by their diameter in millimeters. The larger the size of the pearl, the greater its value as long as all other factors are equal.
Spherical shapes are perfectly round or nearly round. They are the classic pearl shape that is most familiar.
Symmetrical shapes are balanced and regular. If you sliced this pearl in half, each half would be a mirror-image of the other half.
In general, round and near-round pearls are the most valuable, because of their rarity. Symmetrical shapes are generally considered to be more desirable than baroque shapes.
Body-colour: the dominate overall body colour of the pearl.
Overtone: one or more translucent colours that appear over a pearl's body-colour.
Orient: iridescent, rainbow colours shimmering on or just below a pearl's surface.
Poor: reflections are dim and diffused.
Heavily Blemished: obvious surface irregularities.
Acceptable: nucleus not noticeable, although slight blinking might be present. No chalky appearance.
Nucleus Visible: the pearl shows evidence of its bead nucleus through the nacre.
Chalky Appearance: the pearl has a dull chalky appearance.
Pearl matching is more important when considering a strand of pearls. Minor variations between pearls within a strand should be expected as no two pearls are identical. When considering pearl matching, uniformity of pearl factors such as size, shape, colour, and lustre should be taken into account.


text:
Worldwide there are about 650 species of ticks. In Germany, it is mainly Ricinus ixodes, the wood buck, which is feared because of the transmission of diseases. Among the diseases caused by this, especially the tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) and Lyme borreliosis (Lyme disease) can have serious consequences. If a tick is infected with a pathogen, a single pass may be enough to spread TBE or Lyme disease to humans. Lyme disease is the most common disease of tick bites in humans. In Germany every year about 200 to 300 times as many people get Lyme disease as a TBE.
What is the risk of getting sick?
The greatest danger is from tick bites from spring to autumn, because the animals are active only from about ten degrees Celsius.
In addition, not every tick harbors the same pathogens: a maximum of five percent of all ticks carry the TBE virus, about 20 percent transmit the Borreliose bacteria - therefore, this disease is also much more common.
It is important to keep in mind that ticks are not only dangerous in southern Germany, where the main risk areas for TBE are. Because the virus spreads for some time in northern areas. In addition, the far greater threat poses by the Borrelisoe bacteria, which can be transmitted by ticks anywhere in Germany. Ticks can be dangerous anywhere in Germany.
Early-summer meningoencephalitis (TBE) is a viral disease of the central nervous system (CNS). At the beginning of the disease, flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache and body aches occur. About 10 percent of those who are ill develop a second, dangerous phase of the disease after fever-free periods, leading to nerve inflammation and meningitis.
Risk areas: In Germany, the main risk areas are in Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. But also the south of Thuringia and Hesse is partially affected. Abroad, Russia and Lithuania have the highest infection rates, as well as the Czech Republic, Slovenia, western Hungary, Lithuania and Poland.
Vaccination against TBE: Effective protection against TBE is provided by timely vaccination. This consists of three partial vaccinations administered at intervals of one month and nine months. As a rule, the body then develops antibodies against the TBE virus and is thus protected against the bite of an infected tick. Already a short time after the second partial vaccination there is an infection protection of about 90 percent. After a full vaccination cycle, there is 98-99 percent protection. A booster vaccine is necessary every 3 to 5 years.
Lyme borreliosis or Lyme disease is caused by bacteria, the so-called Borrelia. It is the most common tick-borne disease. The risk of developing Lyme disease is everywhere, where there are also ticks. A vaccine against Lyme disease does not exist in Europe, as there are several subtypes.
Symptoms: Around the tick bite, usually after a few days or weeks, a circular reddening develops, which fades in the middle again. That is why the disease is also called mollusc. Anyone who notices such symptoms must consult a doctor immediately, who then prescribes an antibiotic. This is important so that the disease can not be chronified and long-term damage can occur.
Cold in pregnancy - that helps!
What does the perfect afternoon nap look like?
What do you know about drinking water?


text: The BioGraphy Style 3 robust retro styling and masculine nature capture the features of industrial influences and modern convenience to give a very individual personality with stacks of urban chic. Kitchens 4 Diy believe this design, suiting a energetic lifestyle, is bold and contemporary. An uncompromising style perfectly matched to your busy on-the-go lifestyle.


text:
Peter undertakes Consumer Credit Act work for financial institutions, including banks and finance houses, and for borrowers. He is particularly interested in credit and charge card problems. Peter also undertakes consumer contract and employment work as well as sale and supply of goods and services cases.
Peter was in-house Counsel for American Express Europe.
Peter is a part time First-Tier Tribunal Judge in the Social Entitlement Chamber. He is also a regular conference speaker on consumer, lending and mortgage matters.
Peter lives in London and Cornwall. He has a keen interest in music, antiques and literature. He is a governor of a school in the East End of London and has a teenage daughter.


text:
CANADA: The appearance of the trains to be supplied for Montréal's Réseau Express Métropolitain automated light metro project was revealed by the Alstom-led Groupe PMM consortium on March 29.
The 106 two-car trainsets will be part of Alstom's Metropolis family.
The manufacturer said the vehicles would be designed 'to perfectly fuse with the green spaces of the city', offering passengers 'breathtaking views' through the large windows.
The green and white livery selected by the public is inspired by the new Samuel De Champlain Bridge which is currently under construction, with the headlights 'directly recalling' the stays of the bridge.
The cars will have wide doors to facilitate passenger flow, with vibration mitigation and real-time passenger information systems.
The 67 km REM with 26 stations will be one of the world's largest automated transport networks when it is complete, connecting the south shore suburbs in the east with the city centre and having western branches to the airport, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue and Deux-Montagnes. Opening of the first section is planned for mid-2021.
In April 2018 project promoter CDPQ Infra awarded the C$5bn infrastructure engineering, procurement and construction contract to the Groupe NouvLR consortium of SNC-Lavalin Grands Projets, Dragados Canada, Groupe Aecon Québec, Pomerleau, EBC and AECOM.
The Groupe PMM consortium of Alstom and SNC-Lavalin is responsible for the rolling stock and railway systems, including Urbalis 400 CBTC signalling, the control centre, platform screen doors, wi-fi, depot equipment, as well as 30 years of operations and maintenance. Alstom´s share of the C$2·8bn contract is estimated at C$2·2bn.

industry_corpus2: Transportation


text:
Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher has said that referee Craig Pawson had no choice but to award a penalty to Liverpool in the game against Fulham yesterday (Sunday).
The Reds were awarded a penalty with nine minutes remaining at Craven Cottage, when Sadio Mane went down in the box under a challenge from Fulham goalkeeper Sergio Rico, after he had failed to hold on to a shot on goal.
James Milner scored from the spot to give Liverpool all three points and move Jurgen Klopp's men back to the top of the Premier League table, while leaving Fulham 13 points from safety with just seven games remaining.
Fulham's Spanish goalkeeper came in for some criticism from Manchester City and Manchester United fans after the game, but did referee Craig Pawson make the right decision?
According to Gallagher, who refereed in the Premier League for 15 years between 1992 and 2007, he had no alternative.
“I think he’s (Rico) panicked, he’s pulled him down. The referee has no choice but to give a penalty," said Gallagher, speaking as part of Sky Sports' Ref Watch feature .
Former Chelsea striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink said he too thought it was a penalty, with the Dutchman critical of Rico when analysing the incident on BBC programme Match of the Day 2.
"The keeper [Rico] makes a meal out of it, first of all he needs to catch it and then he tries to rectify it," the Dutchman said.
"But he pulls Mane back, and for me, it is a penalty."


text:
Holiday Biike - house "Hans im Glück"
Our house has 9 apartments and is located in idyllic surroundings in the south of Westerland. All apartments are allergy friendly. For each apartment is a parking space available.
The house "Hans in Luck" is located on the island of Sylt in the quiet south of Westerland. From this idyllic location you can reach the center of Westerland and hence the popular shopping and promenade of the town after only about 10 minutes. Here, you'll lots of shopping, great restaurants and pubs for every taste on you. But the dreamlike Sylt beach is reached after just under 5 minutes and wait many recreational, wellness and sports facilities, for example in the famous Westerland Sylt Ness Center or in the swimming pool "Sylter wave" just waiting for your time on the island of Sylt beautify.
Apartment Meadowsweet, Experience the special flair of the historic estate.

industry_corpus2: Travel & Geography


text:
Recently, KTVT ran a segment on Christianese. What they seemed to be saying was that Christianese is a bad thing because people outside of Christianity. Christianese is a type of jargon that Christians speak. Part of it comes from the Bible, while other parts of it come from the way Christians do things or from music they sing.
KTVT is the first to say something against its use. Those who have criticized it range from Atheists who are making fun of Christians to pastors who are speaking from the pulpit. There are even some videos on YouTube that make fun of it. It is easy enough to criticize it because non-Christians don’t understand it, but as I started putting together a list of Christianese terms, it occurred to me that it is pointless to try to eliminate it completely. I suppose that is always the case with jargon. Consider the statement, “My WIP is up to 80,000, but it’ll go up because it has a lot of telling.” If you’re a writer, you know exactly what I’m saying, but if you aren’t then you’re probably clueless. I could rewrite it as “The novel I’m currently working is up to 80,000 word, but I expect that number to go up because I have a lot of paragraphs that just make statements about the way things are instead of being a sequence of actions the characters are doing.” But by the time you expand jargon into its definitions, the meaning gets lost in the abundance of words.
Does it really hurt to use these terms around someone who doesn’t know what they mean? If you were to say in a meeting of co-workers, “It’s on my heart that we should finish Project X before we go too far with Project Y,” they’ll understand what you mean. Or if a co-worker gets walked out the door for some impropriety and you say, “be sure your sin will find you out,” people may not know you’re quoting from the Bible, but they’ll understand what you mean. So while Christianese may cause a few people to scratch their heads, I doubt it will confuse people so much that they can’t figure it out after looking up one or two words.

industry_corpus2: Literature & Emotions


text:
One of the threads that I am persueing is glazing with reed ash.
So far I have got a white, slightly opalescant, opaque glaze.
is what I was expecting.
Lee Love, Mike Martino, is anyone using old thatch in Mashiko?
Euan told me he uses tatami. he gave me a few pointers.
Would love to discuss stuff if so.
I tried just laying the reed flower on a platter, it's subtle, but nice.
>Can someone tell me if it's a bit like a Nuka glaze, it sounds like it to me.
>Lee Love, Mike Martino, is anyone using old thatch in Mashiko?
>Euan told me he uses tatami. he gave me a few pointers.
>Is anyone else doing this?
It is hard to compare the glazes without seeings them.
refractory, has more silica in it than the rice straw ash.
mostly used only in nuka. I think I have a hagi recipe that uses it too.
uses rice hull ash, which is higher in silica and gives more opaque whites.
1150 degrees celcius, and get a nice white color.


text:
To become an indispensable part of an organization that allows me to enhance my skill and potential in a healthy work environment. Still not sure if an objective is right for you? The hiring manager will see you took the time to customize your resume and that the opportunity is important to you. Position should allow for continued personal and professional growth commensurate with achievements. Briefly Identify the Job You Want The best career objectives are honest, straight-forward and short. Analyze and improve marketing, sales and operational performance. To work in pragmatic way in an organization where I can show my talent and enhance my skills to meet company goals and objective with full integrity and zest To succeed in an environment of growth and excellence and earn a job which provide me job satisfaction and self development and help me achieve personal as well as organizational goals.
To continuously strive for higher achievement in life and establish myself as a perfect and accept challenging work and contribute forward the success of esteem organization by hard work and acquired skills. Few of the objective statements below satisfy these best practices, and this is typical of most resumes. In the professional world, being logical is not only practical, but it is also a very good idea. Almost any job would meet the objective. In fact, the resume should contain only information that is critical and relevant to the professional. To work with an oganization that provides me an opportunity to grow and exploit my potential to excel in the field of Computer Networking.
A well-crafted resume objective is one of the easiest ways to stand out from other job applicants. With this, the reader can make a quick decision as to whether the company can really provide what the professional is seeking. Remember, you can store up to five resumes on Monster when you become a. Additional interest in organizations looking to expand their global presence. . Whenever you want to emphasize that you are ambitious, that you know what you want in a career, or that you have the skills for the specific job, you could benefit from a resume objective. Monster's resume experts can help position you for the job.
Customer interaction is a plus. You do not need to pick a single objective that you use for every application. Then write your résumé objective as comprehensive as possible to be applicable to a specific target employers. Unless you are a recent college-graduate or career changer, consider addressing your career objective in your cover letter, or using a summary of qualifications instead. The more specific you are, the better chance you have of being considered for the job you are interested in. It would be profitable for me as well as for my company.
Want to make sure you're on the right track? I am a driven worker who can meet deadlines and is eager to help your company succeed. A few more thoughts I mentioned earlier that people with less experience or even fresh out of school can probably go ahead and safely use the good ole Job Objective without worrying about it seeming like a blast from the past. A hiring manager reading this section would feel confident that the candidate not only has a strong practical and theoretical knowledge of their profession, but is additionally passionate about progressing their career. Example 6: Spend Management Executive To obtain a position as a member of your Spend Management team that utilizes my skills, work ethic, achievements, and no-nonsense negotiating abilities. To utilize my perfect blend of 10 years active experience and creativity, those enable me to perform in the best possible way for many years. Last Updated: Wednesday, 17 January 2018 20:27 This article is going to start with a brief overview of objective statements, including how they are used in both resumes as well as cover letters.
Need help crafting a resume professional summary that sells you? The candidate has given the hiring manager no doubt regarding their capability to successfully fulfill the requirements of the role. I am pursuing a career as a sales manager with limited overnight travel. To create value and recognition on work place by producing the best result for the organization through synchronize and hard work. To obtain a position of responsibilities that utilizes my skills and experience and keen to work in an environment where I can enrich my knowledge. Career objectives can be anything and everything that a professional seeks in a professional relationship. Companies love to see goal-oriented candidates with a proven track record.
Each section is color coded according to the bullet points above. A clear statement about how you will utilize your strongest relevant skills and professional experiences to fulfill the particular role you are applying for 3. To sustain and grow in computer hardware and networking field by exploiting my knowledge for the best interest of the company. Another effective strategy is to include from the job listing in your resume objective. To make contribution to the organization to the best of my ability and to develop new skills and share my knowledge while interacting with others and achieve new height.
It may sound harsh, but a prospective employer doesn't care how getting the job will help you advance your career. Seek to work in an environment that will challenge me further; while allowing me to contribute to the continued growth and success of the organization. Seeking a position where my abilities can be highly utilized in a growth oriented and professional environment. The most effective objective is one that is tailored to the job you are applying for. The key is to emphasize what you do have. Job Search Target Due to these reasons, if a career objective is not listed, the reader may well think that the professional does not know what he or she wants and is undecided, or is generally knowledgeable about the professional world.
Since you want every inch of your resume to market you as best as it can in the eyes of a potential employer, why wold you want to do anything to under-utilize precious resume space or possibly water down your visual brand? This gives practical, easy to follow instructions for improving your objective statement. What job and industry do you want? Our assortment of creative templates will give your resume the pop it needs to stand out from the other applicants. Aiming to use my abilities to successfully fulfill the cashier position at your store. Look for the ones that are specific. To obtain an entry-level position at a mid-size call center where I can use my excellent customer service and communication skills.
This guide will surely help you in writing an impressive resume. I would like to be a part of an organization where I could use and enhance my knowledge and talent for the development of both organization and myself. Since the objective is at the top of your resume, it's essentially the first thing the reader sees. From our expertly crafted resume examples and templates to our cover letter writing guide, we have everything you need to succeed. Rather than talk about what you hope to accomplish with your resume, it can often be more helpful to simply summarize the resume itself in a few short sentences.


text:
Despite the type, virtually all hammers are comparable in construction. This basic tool consists of a manage and head, and depending on the type of deal with, one or more wedges to keep the head secured. Wood deals with generally have three wedges: one wood and 2 metals. The wood wedge spreads out the sides of the tenon to grip the head, and the metal wedges assist distribute the pressure evenly.
Metal deals with are often forged along with the head and therefore will never ever loosen up. Composite handles (fiberglass or other plastic structure) are typically protected to the head with top-quality epoxy. Although these have much less possibility of loosening compared to a wood manage, they can break devoid of the head under heavy use.
When most folks envision a hammer, they think of a claw hammer. And many believe a claw hammer is a claw hammer, right? Not true. There many different kinds of claws hammers readily available. For chipping hammer , they can be divided into 2 types: those with curved claws, and those with straight claws. Curved-claw hammers are without a doubt the most typical, and they are especially adept at eliminating nails. Straight-claw hammers are more common in construction work, where the straighter claws are frequently used to pry parts apart. Exactly what a straight-claw hammer gains in demolition work, it loses in nail-pulling performance.
But there's more to claw hammers than the curve of the claw. The weight and manage will also have a huge effect on how well the hammer carries out. Weights range from a delicate 7 ounces approximately a husky 28 ounces; the most typical is 16 ounces. Heavier hammers are mainly utilized in building by experienced , who can drive a 16d nail into a 2-by in 2 or 3 strokes. A heavy hammer will own nails faster, however it will also use you out quicker; these industrial-strength tools are best left to professionals.
Even skilled woodworkers tend to hold a hammer with a weak grip The most common mistake is to choke up on the manage as if it were a baseball bat. And just as with a baseball bat, this will rob the hammer of any power, greatly decreasing its capability to drive a nail. Some might say that this affords better control; but without power, the hammer is ineffective. It's much better to discover how to control the hammer with the proper grip.
To obtain the optimum mechanical advantage from a hammer, you need to grip the manage near completion. Place the end of the deal with in the meaty part of your palm, and cover your fingers around the deal with. Keep away from a white-knuckle grip, as this will only tire your hand. For less power and a bit more control, position the manage simply listed below the palm, and grip. This takes the work out of alignment with your arm and shoulder, but you might discover it more comfortable.
I have a couple of different sizes of Warrington hammers in my tool chest. These lighter-weight hammers are perfect for driving in finish nails and small brads. Instead of a claw, a Warrington hammer has a little, wedge-shaped cross peen that makes it specifically beneficial for driving in brads. The cross peen is a genuine finger-saver when working with brief, small brads. Why? Since the cross peen will in fact fit in between my fingers to begin the brad. Once it's begun, I turn the hammer to utilize the flat face to drive in the brad. Another distinct feature of this tool is the faces called "side strikes" on the sides of the hammer that let you drive nails in tight spaces.
Warrington hammers are offered in four various weights: 31/2, 6, 10, and 12 ounces. I have a 6- and a 10-ounce hammer, and with these I can comfortably manage most tasks. There's something odd about these hammers: Completion of the cross peen is either ground or cast to come to a point instead of being flat. This in fact makes it tough to start a brad, as the point will glance off the head of the brad. Try filing the point flat to make the tool a lot more functional.
Even though most of the work I do remains in wood, I often find use for a ball-peen hammer. A ball-peen hammer is handy when I do have to deal with metal - a material I typically incorporates into jigs and fixtures. I likewise utilize a ball-peen hammer - when I work with the metal hardware I set up in many projects. A ball-peen hammer (in some cases called an engineer's hammer) has a basic flat face on one end and some type of peen on the other.
Chisel hammers might have one of two head styles: barrel or flat. The flat type are more common and are typically made of top quality tool steel and then tempered to produce a tough, long lasting head. Since both faces equal, the balance is near ideal. Some woodworkers choose the barrel head-style chisel hammer; they feel that this more-compact design centers the weight better to the deal with, so they have higher control.
These stubby heads are usually tempered so they're soft on the inside and tough on the within. The theory is that this kind of tempering minimizes head "bounce.".
Plane-adjusting hammers can be recognized by their thin, slim heads and brightly refined finish. Because of the degree of finish, these hammers are meant for usage only on planes to adjust the cutters. Granted, you could use a various hammer for this task, however the face will most likely be dented or dented; these marks will transfer to the wood body of the airplane - not a good way to deal with an important tool.


text:
here at Inauguration of Navajo Nation President Russell Begaye & Vice President Jonathan Nez at Window Rock High School ‘Fighting Scouts” events center in Fort Defiance, Ariz.
Navajo Nation Chief Justice Herb Yazzie gave the oath of office to Begaye and Nez, who are now the president and vice president of the Navajo Nation at noon.
when doing traditional Navajo blessing and dedication, we ask that there be no recording to honor the tradition. No pictures. Plain and simple, with honor and respect.
Fomer Navajo Nation Vice President Rex Lee Jim does a Beauty Way prayer for newly inaugurated President Begaye and Vice President Nez.
Minister William Lee is now giving a Christian blessing.
This entry was posted in News Articles, Professional Journal and tagged inauguration, Navajo Nation, President Russell Begaye, Vice President Jonathan Nez by Marley Shebala. Bookmark the permalink.

industry_corpus2: Politics & Administration


text:
Anderson Street is a street in North West Glasgow and is mainly residential.
Anderson Street Nursery School is a day nursery providing care for children while their parents are not available.
Map showing Anderson Street in Glasgow.


text:
Four years ago, Steps International, a humanitarian non-profit, began producing a series of documentary films called Why Democracy? Ten different films were helmed by an international cadre of independent directors, with each piece posing a question toward contemporary democracy in various global contexts. The question for the United States, embodied in the film Taxi to the Dark Side was this: Can terrorism destroy democracy?
Given the subject matter — the abduction and torture of an innocent Afghan taxi driver at Begram Air Base — and the director, Alex Gibney, who produced, co-wrote, and directed Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room, it’s not hard to see where this is going. And where Gibney goes isn’t pretty; starting with Dilawar, the unassuming young cabbie who falls victim to events impossibly out of his grasp, Taxi climbs upward, slowly and inexorably, toward the origins of human cruelty. Over 100 prisoners have died under suspicious circumstances in American custody during the War on Terror, likely victims of a ghastly new rationalization of torture. Dilawar died, an autopsy would later reveal, due to hideous injuries inflicted on his legs, themselves a mere part of a protracted sequence of abuse.
Gibney then presents us with the torturers themselves, a handful of grunts who were later court-martialed, who movingly recount what they did to Dilawar and why. These aren’t the eagerly malicious monsters indulged by our imagination, but soft-spoken men who maintain they thought they were carrying out their duty against a bitter enemy. It’s easy to condemn them for the atrocity they’ve spawned, but Gibney shows us that it shouldn’t be a simple condemnation. The Geneva-skirting “interrogation” techniques used at Bagram and, later, Abu Ghraib and Guantanamo, included waterboarding, sleep deprivation, humiliation, and a variety of hellish others, which were explicitly approved, if not encouraged by a bureaucratic chain leading directly into the White House. The soldiers carrying out their orders come across as cruel pawns maneuvered by gnarled hands who then offer them up as martyrs to the resultant moral outcry.
The Bush Administration, the film contends, was directly behind a series of rationalizations, wielded with obfuscatory malice, which would legalize the use of certain tortures against prisoners of war. Why? As another way of eroding the legalities of their authority. Gibney’s power in crafting the film lies in the slow and steady climb toward Bush and Rumsfeld, and the seemingly trivial changes they introduce that have murderous consequences on the ground level, echoing the bureaucracy-as-nightmare vantage of No End in Sight without its bombast. The most devastating element, other than those chilling White House sound bites of Rumsfeld’s dissembling, is the testimony of the soldiers who had to carry out their brutal tasks, and the reflection that nine out of ten normal human beings would’ve done the same in their place. It wasn’t as if right and wrong didn’t factor into their actions, it was that it somehow didn’t apply in the situation they found themselves.
Does terrorism destroy democracy? Taxi to the Dark Side seems to answer yes, but not by the face value forces the question implies. Religious zealots don’t pose the more profound threat to the United States, Gibney suggests, because in a country that takes steps to dehumanize others, democracy may be a foregone conclusion.
Phillip Stephens is the lead critic and books editor for Pajiba. He lives in Fayetteville, AR, and will probably vote for Nader again this year, whether or not he runs.


text:
I was contacted by Investintech to try out their latest version of the Able2Extract program for free. To see my review for the previous version (9.0) and some background on the program please click here.
Disclaimer: I received a free license to test the new software which does not affect my opinions or my review.
The license I received for testing (which was for the standard version) did not give me access to the extraction of content from scanned documents (which is still my favorite feature for this program) by using OCR–which has a few other settings in regards to this, so I went and downloaded a free trial of their professional version which lasts for seven days. If you want to try the professional which has ALL the features and doodads click here for the free download. Seven days is plenty of time to decide whether or not you would want to buy it and you have access to all the features in this trial.
Even though I had to download the professional version and the testing version to access the extraction from a scanned document, this opened a window for comparison for me.
Aside from not being able to convert a scanned document with my test version, most of all the conversion to differing file types was the same. It was quick, clean and user friendly. The user interface is still clean and stuff is easy to find. And they kept it simple. There is the handy-dandy help tab. They also include little tip bubbles in case you need them and they can be turned off under the help tab after you get the hang of it.
Another thing I like about this program is that you can perform your conversions offline and all in one program, so you don’t have to have a program for every single file type that’s out there. For some of the file types like for Microsoft Publisher, you must have that program on your computer for it to convert and open it. I wasn’t able to work with this file type since I don’t have that on my personal computer, but I was able to work with other file types.
Other file types worked very well. It also works with the various image file types and you can work with the size and resolution a bit which is handy during the conversion process.
Customer service was still friendly and professional :).
If you are looking for a premium program to do all of your conversions in once place and offline without connecting to the Internet, I would recommend it. The pricing for both versions is reasonable and great. Of course, you try before you buy to see which one would be best for you. Here are the links to the free trials. Click on the “Buy Now” tabs when you decide to buy and for pricing. Other info is there in the other tabs if you want to read more yourself.


text:
as pictured, used once, inside still has new case smell, no rips, tears or marks. has extenable handle, 3 digit lock which can be reset, large case but light weight and very strong, 72cm High x 52cm Wide x 30cm Deep please call nine350 three oo5, thx.
Great suitcase for cabin baggage. Has an expanding section and 3 separate areas/pockets for your stuff. All zips in working condition. It’s a little scuffed and faded from use, and is missing the Samsonite badge on the outside (thanks to some over zealous baggage handlers) but it’s done me well on many overseas trips. Only selling as I have new luggage.
Tosca suitcase in great condition. Has wheels for easy transit. Can carry at least 20 to 25kg. Pick up from Brunswick West. Enquire about delivery.
Vintage leather carry on suitcase made in Japan. Circa 1960s. Perfect as an ornate piece but can be used for travel. Pre loved so there are a few markings but this just adds character to the item. $30 each. Price negotiable. Pick up from Brunswick West. Enquire about delivery.
Vintage leather suitcase made in Italy. Circa 1960s. Perfect as an ornate piece but can be used for travel. Pre loved so there are a few markings but this just adds character to the item. Pick up from Brunswick West. Enquire about delivery.

industry_corpus2: Manufacturing