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Overcoming The Stigma of Depression as a POC
Within the POC community, there is a stigma surrounding mental health issues. Especially when it comes to issues of depression or anxiety. It can be hard for many of us to break through barriers that have been in place for decades, if not longer.
Mental health is a taboo subject. While addressing the issues we face as POC, it can feel shameful or embarrassing. There is nothing wrong with needing help. As a POC, you can begin overcoming the stigma of depression by remembering the following:
Know That You Are Not Weak
Too often, any display of emotion is incorrectly politicized as aggressive, angry, or violent. So, from a young age, we learned the hard way to compartmentalize our feelings to protect ourselves. Masking our pain and hurt often becomes second nature to many of us. When it is time to talk about our emotions, then, we often feel weak or unworthy of such help.
Many POC believe that, because their ancestors faced great adversity, they shouldn’t have anything to complain about. But, let’s be real. We still face systemic racism on a daily basis. Our issues may be different than those of our ancestors, but they are still just that – issues. And they deserve to be talked about.
The first step to overcoming the stigma of depression is knowing you are not weak. You may have spent your life hiding your emotions, talking about them now is not a sign of weakness. You are not inferior or less than someone else because you have mental health struggles. If anything, it is a great show of courage and strength to seek help.
You Are Not Alone In Your Struggles
After spending so much time alone with our own thoughts and feelings, we often feel like our own island with no one to relate to. Now more than ever, we need to feel like we have a support system behind us. People who just get it. In our community, we don’t have to struggle with our issues alone.
During the time of slavery, there was this awful misconception that minorities were not “developed” enough to be able to experience depression, anxiety, or other mental health struggles. While this line of thinking has long since gone away, the stigma of it remains. From those historical inaccuracies, mental health issues have been pushed under the rug and lessened to feelings of “stress” or “tiredness.”
This leads many people of color to believe that how they are feeling is so unique to them, that no one else could understand what they are going through. And while that is something commonly felt by anyone regardless of race, it is a hurdle that is especially hard for a POC to overcome.
The Right Support Is Out There
It’s common to think that the right mental health support for POC does not exist. However, there is now an increasing rate of POC who are becoming therapists. And, while the pandemic brought us many bad things, it has allowed teletherapy to rise.
Are you in an underserved area for mental health? You can still find a licensed POC therapist in your state. Do you still feel vulnerable and hesitant to talk with a stranger? You could find it easier to talk to someone who knows exactly where you are coming from.
Teletherapy is great because you can participate from the comfort of your own home, car, or wherever you can be alone for an hour. Generally, we are more likely to feel comfortable talking about issues unique to POC when we are in a space that feels safe to us.
Overcoming the stigma of depression is hard. As a people of color, we have been taught to fear the discussion of mental health. Our time is now to break down even larger barriers that are in our way. If you need help navigating life’s challenges such as depression, we know how you are feeling. Please contact us to begin your journey of healing and self-love.


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shelf: finance

title: NMVTIS data provider

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title: Push and pull fred flexes her blender muscles

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Extrude! That is a mighty big word for a baby. My vocabulary is growing, and I learn big new words every day. Sometimes I must go to the Blender dictionary to find its meaning.
Dictionaries are filled with so many words. I do not want to spend the time looking up the meaning. I sneak in a question to my “mentor, guru guy” in the hope that he will save me the time of having to look it up. Well, you can guess the response I got. My “mentor, guru guy” is determined to make me think about everything.
“What do you want to do?”, he says. I respond with a little nervousness because I know I should have gone and thought about it first. “I want to pull a piece out of the cube.” To my very big surprise, he answers me. “Only because you are a baby and your vocabulary is not developed yet, I will help you.”
“To pull a piece out of an object is to extrude. To push a face inward is to reverse or negative extrude. It is like opening and closing a drawer.” he says with his teaching voice. “Now, go and do it.”
I “extrude” a big sigh of relief. That was not so bad.
I go back to my theory notes and look up the extrude tool.
I have made all the loop cuts. That was an achievement on its own. Now I need to extrude the face created by the loop cuts.
“E” is the shortcut for the extrude tool. It is simple. In edit mode, select the face that needs extruding and press “E”. I imagine in my baby blender brain that I have tied a rope onto the face, and I pull until it comes out. It slips out as smoothly as a wet bar of soap from the tiny hands of a baby.
There are two ways of doing the extrude. Either use the Extrude tool or use the keyboard Shortcut (E). Once the tool is accessed a yellow paddle with a black cross appears. This paddle can be pulled in a direction and at the distance required. A pop-up dialogue box appears in the bottom corner of the screen where specific details can be filled in for example the distance of the extrusion. Hit enter to apply and it is done.
Now the face is pulled out and I give a little baby Fred giggle because this is fun. Kids like opening and closing stuff.
The real power does not lie in my ability to get this face pulled out. It lies in the perfect shape of the object I have just created. It is the power of achievement, but it is a temporary high. The next challenge is already looming in the background.
Even baby Blenders can do big things!


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"Pick" up this personalized guitar pick holder unique and handmade, in your choice of all natural wood for the music lover in you or someone you know! This guitar pick case will be the envy of the band or have that look of style when they set up to play. Don't forget to pick up a set of personalized guitar picks to go along with your purchase at https://www.etsy.com/listing/921564164/2-personalized-wood-picks-your-own.
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title: Sofia kourtesis remixes quantics run out now video

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Following Quantic’s lush, globe-trotting album Dancing While Falling – out now via Play It Again Sam) – today Berlin-based Peruvian artist Sofia Kourtesis shares her beautiful re-imagination of “Run”, featuring the heart-warming, soulful vocals of Andreya Triana.
On the remix, Sofia ramps up the tempo and showcases her love of intricate percussion and colorful, textured house music. Drawing inspiration from her chosen city’s rich dance music culture, channels the euphoric, early-hours moments in clubbing institution, Panorama Bar, when the shutters draw and let the light in – a goosebumps moment for those in the know.
In her own words, Sofia says, “Working on the Quantic remix was a lot of fun, I imagine people dancing in the Panorama Bar waiting for the curtains to go up and let the daylight in for a few seconds. Magic”
Listen to “Run” (Sofia Kourtesis Remix) via all platforms HERE
Reminiscent of early Strictly Rhythm and Masters at Work releases, the remix is primed for summer festivals and heady dance floors.
Two artists with innate musicality, known for their warm, rich sounds – deeply inspired by Latin American music and culture – the remix shines a light on Quantic’s A&R hand and paves the way for further announcements and a special project yet to be announced.
UK-raised, Brooklyn based songwriter, musician, producer and sound engineer, Quantic (a.k.a Will Holland) is a true original. With a discography spanning two decades, from focused solo productions and intimate collaborations to expansive ensemble projects, his reputation is forged on how he engages with local scenes and cultures around the world.
Diving deeper into his electronic soundboard – ever adapting to his influences and environment – his recent album, Dancing While Falling (Play It Again Sam, 2023), marked yet another step in his evolution. Enlisting Sofia Kourtesis for the first LP remix, he continues to blend global sounds with rich electronics and pop sentiments while diving deeper into the expanse of his electronic offerings.


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shelf: civic-law

title: Ag nessel secures preliminary injunction to reinstate 370m in public health grant cuts in michigan

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AG Nessel Secures Preliminary Injunction to Reinstate $370 Million in Public Health Grant Cuts in Michigan
May 16, 2025
LANSING – Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and a coalition of 24 attorneys general secured a preliminary injunction (PDF) to ensure the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) releases nearly $11 billion in critical public health grants nationwide, including $379.3 million in grant funding awarded and owed to the State of Michigan. The coalition filed a lawsuit in April seeking to invalidate Secretary Robert Kennedy’s and HHS’s mass grant terminations in the litigating states and to prevent HHS from maintaining or reinstating the terminations and any agency actions implementing them.
“The Trump Administration cannot trample the rule of law to serve the President’s political agenda, and I am pleased with the Court’s decision to block its unlawful attempt to withhold millions in Congressionally authorized and appropriated public health grants from Michigan,” Nessel said. “Because of this ruling, our state can continue delivering vital public health services, including infectious disease control and vaccinations for children and vulnerable adults. I remain committed to protecting the health and safety of Michiganders.”
The preliminary injunction is limited to litigating states and requires HHS to report on steps taken to comply with the injunction on Tuesday, June 20.
Attorney General Nessel was joined by the attorneys general of Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawai‘i, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington, and Wisconsin, and the Governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania.


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If you have firearms that you plan on putting in storage for more than a few weeks, you want to protect them as best you can. Gun socks make this a possibility. They're essentially a cloth that you can place over your guns to keep them protected from various elements. Buying one for a specific firearm in your possession can be easy if you shop in the following ways.
Measure Your Firearm
HDPE (high-density polyethylene) sheets offer some benefits that make the material good for many projects and are easy to work with in most situations. The plastic is light, chemical resistant, and is relatively low priced through many different vendors or retailers.
Working With HDPE
When considering HDPE sheets for a project you are working on, you need to look at the size and thickness options available in your area. HDPE or high-density polyethylene plastic is available in large sheets like plywood or other materials or in smaller blocks that are easier to handle.
If you have metal that you need to have laser-cut, there are steps that you need to take to ensure you enjoy a quick turnaround and affordable costs on the project while also creating a product that is precisely what you want it to be. When creating a design that will need to be laser cut, you will need to know what you are doing.
1. Use the Best Software
If you work with printed circuit boards within your business, you might be aware of stainless steel stencils and how they are used with printed circuit boards. In fact, you might have used these stencils when setting up your printed circuit boards yourself. You might have never placed a custom order for these stencils before, but doing this can actually be a very good idea for these reasons and more.
Steel fabrication services can be among the most commonly used options for individuals that need items custom made from steel. When considering your options for having steel items custom made, there are some important pieces of information that you will need to know.
Myth: Steel Fabrication Services Are Only For Industrial Products
It is often the case that people may think that custom steel fabrication services are only for industrial or mechanical devices.


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title: Unable to create .git/index.lock

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Unable to create .git/index.lock
See original GitHub issueHello @carloscuesta 😎!
Since a while now, every time I commit (I have the pre-commit hook installed), after it, I get this message:
ERROR: fatal: Unable to create '/Projects/pathname/.git/index.lock': File exists.
Another git process seems to be running in this repository, e.g.
an editor opened by 'git commit'. Please make sure all processes
are terminated then try again. If it still fails, a git process
may have crashed in this repository earlier:
remove the file manually to continue.
I’ve tried removing and installing the pre-commit hook, removed gitmoji-cli completely and updated to the most recent version - nothing helps. I encounter the same problem without pre-commit hook and just using the gitmojicommand. When I just commit normally (without gimoji) everything works fine 👌 .
- Created 6 years ago
- Comments:26 (5 by maintainers)
Top GitHub Comments
@martinfengshenxiang yeah! That’s true! gitmoji -c
whill running git add . & git commit -m ''
so I run gitmoji -g
and choose N
to close git add .
After that, just fine.
As the error messages says, this problem comes from:
Another git process seems to be running in this repository, e.g. an editor opened by ‘git commit’. Please make sure all processes are terminated then try again. If it still fails, a git process may have crashed in this repository earlier: remove the file manually to continue.
And basically this happens when a git process is killed therefore the lock file is left over.
I’ve been investigating and I haven’t found a solution yet. It’s really weird because it’s hard to reproduce the error. IMHO I think the issue is related with use of the hook
It really never happened to me, at least with gitmoji-cli
. I’ve faced this issue (when cancelling a pull, commit etc.) while using the basic git
command and I’ve fixed it by running:
rm -rf .git/index.lock
Any help is appreciated! 👍


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title: Crew resource management is not just for pilots

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Crew Resource Management (CRM) is defined as a set of training procedures for use in environments where human error can have devastating effects.
Used primarily for improving air safety, CRM focuses on interpersonal communication, leadership, and decision making in the cockpit. However, CRM is so much more than how pilots interact inside of a cockpit. CRM relates to any occupation where good decision making, communication and high situational awareness is required.
How do you handle a situation as a pilot, a physician, a captain in EMS or a chief in Fire and Rescue? Do you consider meaningful input from your crew or just spout out commands that you expect to be taken as ‘Gospel’?
Perhaps you are part of a crew that must work together to accomplish a goal. Do you just work alongside your peers without working with them? Could it be better if everyone was truly working together as a team?
CRM is important for functioning as a team
No longer do our occupational workforces require blind following of management or allow us to work in a vacuum. We live in the age where everything from Survey Monkey to team-building weekends are used to facilitate employees working together to achieve not just an outcome but an outcome that is produced with competence in critical thinking, efficient communication and keen situational awareness.
Utilization of Crew Resource Management (CRM) can bring you and your crew the best outcome.
As a Helicopter Air Ambulance pilot, I witness this extraordinary dance of CRM within the confines of the helicopter as well as in the hospital facilities when I accompany the medical crews into the depths of hospital trauma centers. As a Subject Matter Expert in CRM, I enjoy observing the coordination that takes place between these professionals as they work together to transport patients whose very care requires the aforementioned levels of critical thinking, communication and situational awareness.
Witnessing CRM in Action
One of my first flights as a pilot in an air ambulance service was to the scene of a horrific car accident. Equipped with night vision goggles, the medical crew and I left the base after dark. During the flight, the crew suggested that I follow them into the hospital to the ER to get a real feel for how things worked in a Level One Trauma Center on a scene flight with a critically injured patient.
The abundance of flashing emergency lights at the scene made it easy to see from quite a distance away as I made the approach. After we touched down, the medical crew quickly exited the helicopter and proceeded to the back of the ambulance. Moments later the ambulance doors flew open and the crew rushed to the helicopter and loaded the patient. Not a second was wasted as they immediately began to work on the patient while I took off from the scene. Unfortunately the condition of the patient deteriorated, and the medical crew began CPR.
During my time as a Marine pilot, I experienced many extreme situations. As part of the original combat operations in Afghanistan in 2001, I led missions where Crew Resource Management (CRM) and communication were paramount. However, here in this air ambulance I was witnessing one of the most amazing displays of CRM I had ever seen. The Flight Nurse and Flight Paramedic worked in unison in the resuscitation efforts for this patient. Their critical decision making, communication and awareness of the situation were amazing. These two professionals easily adapted to the situation that was changing second by second as a life hung in the balance.
After landing on the hospital pad, I shut the helicopter down and jumped out while the crew worked feverishly to save the patient’s life. Communication was imperative, and a constant stream of information passed between them. Following them into the ER, I observed more of the same as the patient was smoothly transitioned into the trauma bay, and the ER staff took over without skipping a beat.
The Flight Medic stepped to the foot of the bed, efficiently communicated the patient report using brief and concise language, and then swiftly stepped away. What I witnessed next seemed to be ‘controlled chaos.’ The volume of CRM that transpired in the trauma bay was further evidence that the decision making, communication and situational awareness are vitally important in order to save a patient’s life.
Crew Resource Management (CRM) is not just for pilots.
If you are in a job or position where you have to make decisions, communicate and have high situational awareness then CRM is a must.


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Understanding PDA Loans: What You Need to Know
PDA loans, short for Public Development Authority loans, are specialized financial products designed to support the growth and development of public and community-based projects. Unlike traditional loans, PDA loans are often provided by government entities or non-profit organizations with the primary aim of fostering community development and public welfare.
Key Features of PDA Loans
Purpose-Driven Funding: PDA loans are typically geared towards projects that benefit the public, such as affordable housing developments, infrastructure improvements, or community facilities. The funding is often used to support initiatives that may not attract traditional investment but are crucial for community advancement.
Flexible Terms: One of the standout features of PDA loans is their flexible terms. Unlike conventional loans, PDA loans may come with lower interest rates, extended repayment periods, or deferred payment options. These flexible terms are designed to ease the financial burden on projects that might have limited funding sources.
Eligibility Criteria: To qualify for a PDA loan, applicants generally need to demonstrate how their project aligns with public development goals. This could include proving the project’s potential impact on local economic growth, community well-being, or environmental sustainability. Eligibility often involves a thorough review process to ensure that the funding will be used effectively and in accordance with public interests.
Application Process: Applying for a PDA loan usually involves submitting a detailed project proposal. This proposal must outline the project’s objectives, budget, timeline, and expected outcomes. Additionally, applicants might need to provide evidence of their ability to manage the project and ensure its successful completion.
Support and Oversight: PDA loans often come with support from the lending body throughout the project’s lifecycle. This can include technical assistance, project management guidance, and regular oversight to ensure that the project remains on track and meets its stated goals.
In conclusion, PDA loans represent a valuable financial tool for advancing public development initiatives. By offering tailored funding solutions and supportive terms, these loans help bridge the gap between community needs and available resources, ultimately contributing to the betterment of society.


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*Supervisor of our Fitness Center- Our school was the recipient of a $100,000.00 grant for a fitness center. Dr. Baker and I wrote the grant on behalf of McCullough Middle School. Presently 480 students per week have access to the center.
*Share my past and present athletic achievements with my students- At age 58, I am still competing against athletes of all ages in top divisions of softball across the nation. Dec. 3, 2017, I will be inducted into the Delaware Softball Hall of Fame. Hopefully students see that I am truly committed to lifetime sports activities.
*Individualized Fitness Goal Setting- With my multiple sports background, I work with students to increase their ability in sports and fitness by setting goals with them in the fitness center that are tailored to their needs. *Access Community Health Partners- I personally contact and schedule innovative, research-based programs provided by outside agencies for my classes- ARC, Christiana Care Nurses, Think First, Planned Parenthood, YOLO, U of D, State Police Officers, Fire Prevention Programs, etc. )
*Follow DOE guidelines, curriculum and standards for Health education
*Constantly researching up to date data/statistics for drug/alcohol education
*Incorporate STEAM lessons for Health
*Make sure I am balanced with societal issues- aware of gender bias, cultural bias, respectful of our differences and empathetic to others
I have attended Shape America/Delaware conferences for the past 12 years. I share the knowledge, activities, programs and lessons with my colleagues and students. I improve my teaching by implementing new technologies into my lessons. Various techniques are used to keep my students engaged in learning and valuing health-related concepts.
I am a Department Leader, Team Leader, PBIS committee member, Wellness Committee Member and Community representative for Alcohol/Drug prevention. At these meetings I learn what problems we are having and help to offer solutions to these problems.
*Fitnessgram- Administer 7th grade student assessments in the Fall and Spring *Project Based Learning-require projects to be produced to demonstrate student learning *Diversified Learning Techniques-Students are encouraged to research health apps, create videos, animate cartoons, sing songs and recite poetry in my class.
*My students have produced Health Fairs for classmates as well as Health assemblies to advocate for healthy choices.
I have attended the past 12 conferences. I bring back concepts/activities/programs to my colleagues that I have learned at the conferences. (Jump Rope for Heart, Planned Parenthood training, Physical Education activities/techniques.)
As a lifelong fitness role model, I am proud to share with my students that I have never smoked or abused drugs. I strive to be a better person everyday-at school and at home. My character and integrity are of the utmost importance to me. While teaching, I encourage thoughtful decision making, self-responsibility and respect of others. I have achieved many athletic awards from Olympic athlete to weekend warrior, but my greatest achievement is making a healthy difference in the lives of my students.
*Wellness Committee Member-Colonial School District committee member. I assisted in the writing of our district wellness plan.
*School Wellness Representative – This year I will help to implement our district wellness plan at our school.
*Alzheimer’s Work- Fundraising and donating for Evergreen, an Alzheimer’s daycare
*Walked for the Cure- Alzheimer’s Walk
*Teacher Representative- Rose Hill Community Health Center Drug Prevention Committee


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It just makes my heart sing to share this!
Here's one of our gorgeous customers Tasha showing the results of using NINI Organics Natura Collection for just over one week!! WOW just WOW!
On the left you can see how her skin looks more irritated and inflamed. On the right is after just one week of NINI use - so much more smooth, calm and clear.
Tasha's Routine that worked
This collection of products has been designed to be the all natural way to tame and soothe problem skin. It's the culmination of my years of hard work after suffering from horrible acne.
It's why we do this
I'm always so humbled by the transformations NINI has helped facilitate for so many of our customers skin.
This is why I created NINI and why I choose the complete alternative approach to healing the skin.
We only use what nature has provided and never compromise by using cheap, refined, synthetically produced ingredients or unnecessary bulking ingredients.
NINI stands for "Natural Ingredients, Natures Intentions" and will always be created with love from truly natural ingredients.
I 100% believe in truly organic niche beauty that cares, creates loving rituals, and helps promote self love instead of trying to get you to by products that pray on insecurities and fear.
Thanks to Tasha for sharing her wonderful story so far.
You can also check out the amazing results from our customer Jess here, after she used the Natura Collection on her skin.
AND don't miss my short video on Why I created NINI Organics.


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SUNDAYS AT CAFE TABAC
Feature Film—Work-in-Progress Trailer
This documentary is about the explosion of lesbian visibility in mainstream media in the early ‘90s told through the lens of this legendary gathering in a golden era of lesbian nightlife in downtown New York City.
Over 80 interviews conducted. Film is in post-production.
18th EXPEDITION—INDONESIA’S CORAL TRIANGLE
Brand Mission Story/Documentary
The mission was to tell the 5 Gyres organization story at the occasion of their 18th sailing expedition, taking a group of citizen scientists to Indonesia’s Coral Triangle. The goal was to address tackling the ocean plastic pollution problem in a manner that was hopeful, solutions-oriented, science-based, empowering, even fun!
CAROLINE MARKS: THE NEXT WAVE
RED BULL MEDIA
Short Form (Director’s Cut upon request)
Portrait of then 18-year old Caroline’s historic first equal pay World Title win while snagging a spot in the Olympic’s for the U.S. in surfing’s first ever appearance in the event. We witness how much this young Floridian’s surf stoke lives at the heart of her drive, as she ushers a whole new era for the sport and makes history.
TAMAN—THE EDGE OF THE WORLD
Short Film Trailer
Shot in Taman on the Black Sea in Russia. Screened at the World Bank Conference in Istanbul with Crude Accountability in their advocacy work against fossil fuels
LITTLE RAY OF HOPE—KAWANGWARE, KENYA
Shot in Kawangware, Kenya, one of Africa’s biggest slums, to highlight and raise funds for the incredible Little Ray of Hope—a school, home and family created by Evelyn Waneloba. This was filmed at the occassion of a cross cultural exchange with Bilingual Birdies, a U.S.-based early education foreign language program, which uses music, dance and puppets.
SEE ALSO BRAND STORY & BRANDED CONTENT
Documentary Feature Film
Sundance World Premiere


title: Councils invest in charging infrastructure

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Shropshire Council has been awarded almost £1 million for new electric vehicle charging points whilst Bracknell Forest Council are installing infrastructure in council-owned car parks around the borough.
A total of £902,940 has been awarded by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles, with support of the Energy Saving Trust, to enable the installation of on-street charge points for Shropshire residents wishing to charge their plug-in electric vehicles.
The grant will allow the council to work with charge point operator, Connected Kerb, to bring the number of EV charge points to 320, across 45 locations in the county.
Ian Nellins, Shropshire Council’s Cabinet member for climate change, environment and transport, said: “For electric vehicles, charging at home usually occurs off-street in garages and driveways, a convenient and efficient option. However, in many parts of Shropshire off-street parking is unavailable to residents.
“By installing charge points on-street or in public car parks, residents without off-street parking can enjoy the convenience and value of charging their electric vehicles.
“This is one of the biggest awards to have been made to any council under the on-street residential charging points scheme from the Office of Zero Emission Vehicles, and it means we can add 270 more charge points to our streets and car parks to benefit the growing number of hybrid and EV owners in the county.
“We’re committed to improving and developing infrastructure to enable residents and businesses to lead more sustainable and self-sufficient lives, which in turn helps reduce the impacts of climate change on our environment. Providing more electric vehicle charge points is just one of the ways we are delivering on this priority.”
Chris Pateman-Jones, CEO of Connected Kerb, added: “It is an exciting opportunity for Connected Kerb and Shropshire Council to continue in partnership. Providing equal access to affordable electric vehicle charging across the country is essential if the UK is to be EV-ready by 2030, and Shropshire is to become carbon net-neutral in the same year.”
In partnership with EV charging infrastructure designers and installers, Joju Charging and their funding partner and charge point operator, Mer UK, Bracknell Forest Council is installing 32 charging points in 11 car parks.
The 22kW chargers are open for all to use, including residents without off-street car parking living nearby. The type 2 chargers cost £0.39/kWh and payment can be made via the Mer UK app, or by following the instructions on the charge point.
The marked bays can only be used by electric vehicles which are actively charging.
Cllr Chris Turrell, Executive Member for Planning and Transport, said: “The council is keen to support as many car users as possible to switch to an EV because of the environmental benefits. But we recognise not everyone has a home with a driveway where they can charge their car. In addition to chargers at supermarkets and other retail and leisure outlets, the council is helping by providing chargers in some of our free-to-use car parks.”
Graeme Patton, Head of EV Delivery at Joju Charging, said: “It’s fantastic to be working with Bracknell Forest Council and our partner Mer UK, to help achieve the council’s EV charging ambitions and to encourage the switch to electric vehicles through the provision of EV charging infrastructure. It’s great to start the installation to bring EV charging to the borough.”
The charge points will be partly funded by ORCS, the Government’s on-street residential charging scheme, and partly funded by Mer UK.
Next month’s Transport + Energy Forum will bring together key stakeholder groups to discuss the actions that need to be taken to reach net zero, with council places at the event fully funded by the organiser.
Local authorities interested in registering for the event and taking advantage of one of the fully funded places available can do so here: https://transportandenergy.com/te-forum-event-public-sector-registration/
Anyone interested in attending the event from the private sector can do so by using the button below:


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Vitamin D and its metabolites are bound to vitamin D binding protein (DBP) in the circulation. Only a small proportion is in unbound, free form. According to the free-hormone-hypothesis only the free form is biologically active. DBP is a polymorphic protein and different variants of the protein differ in their ability to bind vitamin D. This may have an impact on the amount of free and bioavailable (free+albumin-bound) 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) in the circulation. We investigated the associations among DBP polymorphisms, total-, free- and bioavailable serum 25(OH)D in 617 healthy 3747 year old Caucasian women and men in a cross-sectional study. Fasting blood samples were collected and concentrations of S-25(OH)D and DBP were determined from the blood. Dietary and supplement intake of vitamin D and calcium (Ca) as well as background data about lifestyle were collected. SNPs 4588 and 7041 were genotyped based on polymorphisms in the DBP coding gene. They combine to form six common diplotypes and three haplotypes. The concentrations of free and bioavailable S-25(OH)D were calculated for the diplotypes and haplotypes according to published binding coefficients. The calculated amount of free and bioavailable S-25(OH)D was 0.02 and 8.8%, respectively, of the total measured S-25(OHD).
We found a significant difference in the DBP concentrations among the haplotypes and almost significant between the diplotypes. S-25(OH)D concentrations did not differ between the haplotypes but there was a significant difference among the diplotypes. When the haplotype and diplotype free and bioavailable S-25(OH) D concentrations were SNP adjusted, both the free and bioavailable S-25OHD among the genotypes differed significantly. In conclusion, DBP polymorphism affects the total, free and bioavailable concentrations. Free and bioavailable S-25(OH)D may bring new aspects to associations between vitamin D status and health outcomes.


title: Xt7 player best video player kubuntu kde

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XT7-Player is currently one of the best multimedia video player for KDE / Kubuntu. Here are the main features and how to install it.
Xt7-Player is an open source gui to mplayer. While there are plenty out there, it’s hard to find one which gives access to all mplayer options. This is what Xt7-Player aims to be, a complete graphical interface to mplayer, focusing on usability.
Among the main features of XT7 player include support for video playback from DVD, DVB-T support for allowing us then to be able to watch TV channels through a PCI card or USB for digital terrestrial connected to our personal computers. XT7-Player enables us to search and play videos from YouTube (also support for multiple playlists and offline mode for playback of favorite videos even when you’re not connected to the Internet by accessing the happy cached Flash system), we can also manage and play web radio, podcasts, and also there is also the Media Info section with details about our media files.
Simple and functional, XT7 Player has many customizations as well as a useful video and audio equalizer, support for Karaoke mode and the introduction of custom filters, there is also the shutdown mode that allows us to Turn off the PC after playback of a playlist or video in progress and much more.
Install XT7-Player in Kubuntu via PPA:
So far, the latest release is available in PPA for Ubuntu 14.04, Ubuntu 12.04, Ubuntu 10.04 and their derivatives.
Press Ctrl+Alt+T on keyboard to open the terminal. When it opens, paste below command and hit enter to add the gambas3 PPA:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:gambas-team/gambas3
Then paste the command below to add the XT7-Player PPA:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:xt7-player-dev-team/daily
Finally update and install the player:
sudo apt-get update; sudo apt-get install xt7-player


title: Families For Life | Mouth Ulcers

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Families For Life | Mouth Ulcers
Mouth ulcers are little sores that come up inside the mouth, on the tongue or on the gums. Mouth ulcers can be quite painful, but your child doesn’t usually need to see a doctor.
About of mouth ulcers
Mouth ulcers are little sores that come up inside the mouth, on the tongue or on the gums.
Several things can cause mouth ulcers:
viral infections like cold sores or hand, foot and mouth disease
injuries like biting, burns or rubbing from braces
low vitamin levels
diseases like coeliac disease or inflammatory bowel disease
Sometimes ulcers keep coming back without any obvious cause.
Symptoms of mouth ulcers
Mouth ulcers usually look like round, white sores on the inner lining of your child’s mouth, or on the surface of your child's gums or tongue.
These sores can be painful, especially when your child eats salty or spicy foods. Sometimes your child might even refuse food until the ulcers begin to heal.
If an infection is causing the ulcers, your child might also have a
Medical help: when to get it for children with mouth ulcers
If you think your child might have ulcers related to a mouth infection, it’s a good idea to see your General Practitioner (GP).
You should also see your General Practitioner (GP) if your child's mouth ulcer doesn't clear up within 1-1 weeks or if your child keeps getting mouth ulcers.
You should seek urgent medical advice if your child develops severe mouth ulcers with symptoms of general illness like:
blood or mucus in poo
neck stiffness and tiredness
ulcers around the anus
This is because mouth ulcers can sometimes be caused by coeliac disease or inflammatory bowel disease.
Tests for mouth ulcers
Your General Practitioner (GP) might take a swab of your child’s ulcers for testing. This can help the General Practitioner (GP) work out what’s causing the ulcers.
If your child has other symptoms or has ulcers that keep coming back, your General Practitioner (GP) might refer your child for a blood test or to a specialist.
Treatment for mouth ulcers
Simple mouth ulcers usually don’t need treatment and will clear up within a week.
If your child is in pain, you can try applying an anaesthetic mouth gel to the area. You can buy these mouth gels over the counter from pharmacies. You can also try warm, salt water rinses if your child is old enough to rinse or gargle with liquids.
Encourage your child to keep up her fluids by giving her small, frequent sips. This will help to prevent dehydration.
There are specific treatments for mouth infections caused by thrush and the cold sore virus – your doctor will let you know about these if your child needs them.


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Volatility is opportunity: An examination of winners & losers in the Philippine Stock Exchange for the period 02 January 1998-31 March 1999
Date of Publication
Bachelor of Science in Commerce Major in Management of Financial Institutions
Ramon V. Del Rosario College of Business
It was in 1998 when the most recent financial crisis hit the Philippine Stock Exchange. During this period, extreme volatility had been a major part of the market almost every trading day.
But in this study, volatility will not be presented as high risk instead, this paper will focus mainly on the brighter side of it which is opportunity.
In particular, this thesis aimed to solve the problem: how can investors with 3-day holding period of one to three days profit from trading on the price changes of the top three winners and losers at the Philippines Stock Exchange, net of transaction cost.
Other objectives was to determine a.) whether said stocks undergo a price reversal b.) whether bid-ask spread causes the abnormal price changes and c.) if the bid-ask spreads are greater than abnormal stock price changes at day 0.
Having answered all the questions mentioned should therefore help educate speculative investors as to the nature of the market during these uncertain times. Moreover, the findings showed to the investors that volatility is actually an opportunity. Thus, this would assist the stock market players on how to profit given the opportunity.
To have done this, data on the daily top winners & losers from the Philippine Stock Exchange were obtained. These data also included the closing bid-ask spread for cost computations. Moreover, data on daily stock quotes were used to compute the returns for both the actual and expected. All these data were then used to compute for the variables abnormal returns bid-ask spread including for t-test and f-test. Final samples summed at 899 winners and 896 losers.
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Siy, J. (1999). Volatility is opportunity: An examination of winners & losers in the Philippine Stock Exchange for the period 02 January 1998-31 March 1999. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/16584


title: Global citizenship

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The 2019 - 2020 academic year was the first school year in GAAQ's school history where students were able to venture outside the Qatari borders to learn about other cultures around the world. For the immediate future, GEMS American Academy has plans to offer trips that focus on service learning, culture, environmental awareness and community involvement as these tenets are embedded into various areas of the curriculum in middle and high school.
GEMS American Academy Qatar, in partnership with Ecoventures, launched our first overseas ski trip to the beautiful Gudauri, Georgia. We stayed in the luxurious Alpina Hotel, a four-star establishment equipped with a game room, a lounge, a fireplace, and an astounding view of the Georgian mountains. We chose to do a ski trip in order to give students a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Many of our students had never seen snow before. The group began each day with a buffet breakfast and reviewed the day’s itinerary. Once on the hill, students separated into their skill level groups and spent the rest of the day either skiing or snowboarding. Our evenings were spent bonding through games, stories and food!
In the future , our goal for overseas trips is to continue developing our students as global citizens. In fact, we soon have big plans to extend our overseas trips to Grade 8 students, as well! Additionally, we hope to offer a service trip for high school; service trips are an important aspect of learning because they take students out of their comfort zones and place them within the culture, lifestyle and communities of those they are trying to aid.


title: Cranberry recipes

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We are in full Thanksgiving prep now, and that means side dishes! One of the typical Thanksgiving side dishes is cranberry sauce. If you are firmly in the homemade cranberry sauce camp (none of that canned stuff, thank you very much), then you will love these great cranberry sauce recipes.
If you have only had canned cranberry sauce, then you might want to try one of these recipes and find out why we love homemade cranberry sauce so much.
Cranberry and Golden Raisin Relish
Cranberries, shallots, and raisins are sweetened with sugar and fruit jelly, then seasoned with ginger and a hint of cayenne pepper. This dish is quick and easy to prepare and can be made up to two weeks in advance of Thanksgiving!
Get The Recipe: Cranberry and Golden Raisin Relish Recipe
Orange Cranberry Sauce
Homemade orange cranberry sauce begins with fresh cranberries and culminates in a deliciously sweet and tangy sauce. It’s delightful whether served warm or chilled and can be prepared in advance as a festive side dish.
Get The Recipe: Orange Cranberry Sauce
Instant Pot Spiced Cranberry Sauce
A delightfully seasoned (with spices, not heat) cranberry sauce, perfect for your Thanksgiving feast. Prepared in advance using a pressure cooker, it serves as the ideal sweet and tangy accompaniment to a hearty meal.
Get The Recipe: Instant Pot Spiced Cranberry Sauce
Slow Cooker Bourbon Cranberry Sauce
Change up your homemade cranberry sauce with a touch of bourbon and orange zest for some extra pizzazz! Allow the slow cooker to do its magic, simmering the sauce while you prepare the rest of your holiday dishes.
For a traditional cranberry sauce that’s alcohol-free, consider trying this classic slow cooker cranberry sauce recipe.
Get The Recipe: Slow Cooker Bourbon Cranberry Sauce
Piña Colada Cranberry Sauce
Piña Colada Cranberry Sauce offers a delightful tropical take on the traditional Thanksgiving side. If you’re in search of a unique alternative to the customary cranberry sauce that graces your holiday table each year, your search ends here!
Get The Recipe: Piña Colada Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Sauce With Oranges
A fresh cranberry sauce with oranges offers a delightful twist on the traditional Thanksgiving favorite, boasting a vivid hue and an ideal mix of sweetness and tartness. This simple recipe melds the citrusy sweetness of oranges with the sharp tang of cranberries, resulting in a perfectly balanced flavor profile that serves as an excellent accompaniment to roast turkey or any festive dish.
Get The Recipe: Cranberry Sauce with Oranges
Cranberry Sauce With Brown Sugar and Cinnamon
A Thanksgiving or holiday feast isn’t complete without a delightful homemade cranberry sauce. This quick and simple recipe for cranberry sauce, featuring brown sugar and cinnamon, offers a perfect blend of sweetness and tartness. It’s ready to be served in under 15 minutes!
Get The Recipe: Cranberry Sauce with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon
Cranberry Sauce With Dried Cranberries
This cranberry sauce, enriched with dried cranberries, embodies all that you’ve envisioned. It boasts a robust cranberry taste, an ideal consistency, and a subtle sweet citrus note. Simple to prepare, it’s the ultimate accompaniment for any festive occasion!
Get The Recipe: Cranberry Sauce with Dried Cranberries
Cranberry Rosemary Sauce
Cranberry Rosemary Sauce melds the tartness of cranberries with the richness of balsamic vinegar, the earthiness of rosemary, and a hint of sweetness to form an ideal accompaniment for roasted meats.
Get The Recipe: Cranberry Rosemary Sauce
Roasted Apple & Cranberry Sauce
This isn’t just any cranberry sauce! The Roasted Apple & Cranberry Sauce is an ideal addition to any holiday meal, from breakfast to dinner and even dessert! It’s gluten-free, vegan, paleo, allergy-friendly, and naturally sweetened, embodying all you cherish about the season in a wholesome new twist!
Get The Recipe: Roasted Apple & Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Orange Sauce
This vibrant and sweet Cranberry Orange Sauce is crafted with freshly squeezed orange juice, aromatic zest, tangy cranberries, sugar, and a hint of cinnamon. It’s the perfect complement to your Thanksgiving turkey.
Get The Recipe: Cranberry Orange Sauce
Check out these other Thanksgiving recipes!
- 15 Green Bean Recipes That You’ll Want To Make For Thanksgiving This Year
- 12 Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes You Need to Make For Thanksgiving 2024


title: Location: United States

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Location: United States
Lauren Jade Szabo is a Los Angeles born artist who has been painting for nearly 20 years.
She grew up in a suburban environment where earthquake and fire were frequent threats. When Lauren was a child she experienced a large earthquake and the aftershocks that followed. The walls of her family home became cracked and their possessions displaced. She had never seen snow fall in the winter living in Los Angeles, but she had experienced ashes falling from the sky during the summer fires. She experienced having to remain inside her home in order to breathe clean air and wondered if her family may need to evacuate. These moments have shaped the content of her art.
Lauren has been expressing the friction between civilization and nature for ten years. During her thesis at California College of the Arts she began a series of works focusing on California's inhospitable environments. She and her sister began taking road trips seeking inspiration for painting and photography.
Lauren's paintings are composed of man-made objects, reclaimed by nature. Her pictures remind us that life is fragile and constantly changing. Some of her most frequent subjects are furniture, buildings, transportation, and technology all of which are in a state of decay or obsolescence. Motivated by travel, history, and natural light, Lauren's intention is to capture her experience of a location. She believes that the world is full of untapped inspiration to evoke her painting, and will continue to chase her art.
"Deconstruction" is a series of oil paintings by Lauren Jade Szabo inspired by the American Landscape.
Abandoned cargo rail in Richmond, CA
Auto Wrecking in Richmond, CA
Abandoned furniture and electronics at The Salton Sea, CA
Weathered billboard near Palm Springs, CA
Motel sign in Colorado, USA
Weathered billboard near Oxnard, CA
Abandoned interior in Bodie, CA
Abandoned trailer home near The Salton Sea, CA


title: Revised helis permit application available for 30 day public comment

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NEW ORLEANS – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District has released for public comment a revised permit application from Helis Oil and Gas Company, LLC to construct a well pad for a single vertical exploratory well in St. Tammany Parish.
The public notice and permit application are available on the New Orleans District website at <http://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/Portals/56/docs/regulatory/permits/Fracking/HelisPN-App.pdf>
On April 14, 2014, the Army Corps published a public notice for a proposed +10.55 acre well pad that would accommodate an oil and gas exploration well and up to 10 subsurface hydraulic fracturing production wells. On July 29, 2014, a geological review meeting (GR) coordinated by the New Orleans District and facilitated by the Louisiana Geological Survey was held to discuss geological aspects associated with the proposal. The focus of discussion was on the viability of the proposed location as a production site for fossil fuels to be extracted from the Tuscaloosa Shale Play.
Upon review of the information presented by Helis, the consulting geologist recommended that a single exploratory well be constructed for the purpose of obtaining more data to better assess the site’s viability as an oil and gas production site. The New Orleans District concluded that the site’s viability for production of fossil fuels, at this juncture, is speculative and that processing an application for a production site would not be in accordance with the Corps Regulatory Guidance requirements nor would it be in the public interest. The Army Corps requested Helis to submit revised plans proposing a single exploratory well for the purpose of obtaining the additional data/information necessary to evaluate whether the site is the less environmentally damaging alternative, in the public interest and for the applicant’s desired goal of producing fossil fuels in this geographical area.
The revised permit application will be available for a 30-day public comment period beginning October 14, 2014. Written comments, including suggestions for modifications or objections to the proposed work, stating reasons thereof, are being solicited from anyone having interest in this permit and/or this WQC request and must be mailed so as to be received by the close of the comment period. For more information on how to provide comments, please visit the New Orleans District Regulatory Public Notice Site at <http://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/Missions/Regulatory/PublicNotices/tabid/9321/Article/507378/mvn-2013-02952-ett-revised.aspx >
Release no. 14-060


title: Power banks

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Don’t get caught with a flat battery. Stay charged on the go with Cygnett’s range of Power Banks. Designed right here in Australia and backed by a 2-year warranty, they’re fast-charging, super portable, and built to last. With options up to 40,000mAh battery capacity, magnetic wireless charging, and even solar models, you’ll always have power to spare.
Ever had your phone die just as you’re in the middle of an important call, paying for coffee, or even scanning a ticket at a concert or footy? It’s frustrating and inconvenient. That’s when a Power Bank comes to the rescue. With a Power Bank, you need not worry about searching for a wall outlet or missed calls due to a dead battery.
At Cygnett, we understand the need to stay connected and powered-up. That’s why we offer a range of Power Banks to meet every need, from fast-charging options to magnetic wireless charging and high-capacity models. Whether you’re an adventurer, a professional on the go, or someone who values convenience, Cygnett has the perfect Power Bank for you.
What is a Power Bank?
A Power Bank is a portable battery pack designed to charge your devices when you're away from a power source. Think of it as a portable charger or a backup power supply that fits in your bag or pocket.
Power Banks come in a range of sizes, capacities, and charging speeds. Some offer fast-charging technology to get your devices powered up quickly, while others provide multiple USB ports for charging multiple devices at once. Modern Power Banks often feature USB-C, USB-A, and even wireless charging capabilities to support a wide range of devices, including smartphones, tablets, earbuds, smartwatches, and even laptops.
How Power Banks Make Life Easier
Life can be unpredictable, and sometimes, you need a reliable backup plan for your devices. That's where Power Banks come in handy. Here’s how a Power Bank can make your life simpler:
On-the-Go Charging: Whether you’re commuting, travelling, or just out and about, a Power Bank ensures your devices are always charged. No more hunting for outlets or worrying about dead batteries.
Convenience: With a Power Bank, you can charge multiple devices simultaneously. Many come with USB-C, USB-A, and other port types, so whether you have an iPhone, Android, or other devices, you're covered.
Emergency Backup: Unexpected power outages or long days out of the house can leave you stranded without power. A Power Bank ensures you’re always ready, even when the lights go out.
Versatility: From smartphones and tablets to laptops and earbuds, a Power Bank can charge a variety of devices. Some models even support wireless charging and can power up your Apple Watch or AirPods.
Why You'll Love Cygnett Power Banks
Cygnett Power Banks are designed with you in mind. Here’s why they stand out:
Wide Range of Options: Whether you need a compact Power Bank for your pocket or a high-capacity model for long trips, Cygnett’s selection covers it all. You’ll find everything from 5,000mAh everyday chargers to 40,000mAh power packs.
Magnetic Wireless Charging: Some models feature magnetic wireless charging, making it even easier to power up compatible devices without charging cables.
Smart Features: Our Power Banks come with safety features like over-charge, over-current, and short-circuit protection. Some models also feature a digital display, so you can easily check the remaining battery at a glance. We even have models with built-in jump-starters for those long road trips or boating adventures.
100% Designed in Australia: Built for Australian lifestyles and backed by a 2-year-warranty for added peace of mind.
Types of Power Banks
As mentioned, Power Banks come in many shapes and sizes. Here are some of the main types you’ll encounter:
Portable Power Banks: Ideal for daily use, these compact chargers fit easily into your bag or pocket. With capacities from 5,000mAh to 10,000mAh, they’re perfect for a quick top-up during the day.
High-Capacity Power Banks: Need more power? These Power Banks, with capacities of 20,000mAh or more, are great for longer trips or multiple charges. They can power up your smartphones, tablets, and even laptops.
Fast-Charging Power Banks: Equipped with fast-charging technology like USB-C Power Delivery (PD), these Power Banks get your devices powered up faster.
Solar Power Banks: Built for the outdoors, solar Power Banks recharge themselves using solar panels. They’re perfect for camping, hiking, or any time you’re off the grid.
Magnetic Wireless Power Banks: These chargers use magnetic alignment to attach directly to your phone for simple, cable-free charging. Ideal for newer iPhones or flagship Androids like the latest Samsung Galaxy phone with MagSafe compatibility.
Laptop Power Banks: Designed for bigger needs, these Power Banks have higher battery capacities and multiple USB ports to charge laptops, MacBooks, and other power-hungry devices. Perfect for professionals on the go.
How to Choose the Right Power Bank for You
The right Power Bank depends on your specific needs and lifestyle. Here’s what to consider:
Battery Capacity: For daily use, a 5,000mAh Power Bank may be enough, while travellers and power users might prefer 20,000mAh or higher.
Charging Speed: If you’re often in a hurry, go for Power Banks with fast-charging capabilities. Just make sure your devices support fast-charging.
Ports: Make sure the Power Bank has the right ports for your devices. If you want to charge multiple devices at once, look for models with multiple USB ports (USB-A, USB-C, or Micro USB) or go for wireless power stations if your gadgets support wireless charging.
Solar Charging: For outdoor adventures, a solar Power Bank is ideal. It uses solar panels to recharge, making it perfect for camping or hiking trips.
Extra Features: Look for handy additions like built-in cables for convenience, jump-starters for off-grid road trips, or LED flashlights for emergencies.
Portable Power You Can Count On
Don’t let a dead battery slow you down. With a Cygnett Power Bank, you’ll have the freedom to stay connected, no matter where life takes you. Browse our collection of Power Banks today and stop stressing about running out of battery at the worst possible moment.
Made for movement — Made for movement — Made for movement — Made for movement — Made for movement — Made for movement —
What is a Power Bank?
Power Banks are portable batteries designed to charge a range of digital devices like phones, headphones, tablets and smartwatches. Like all of those devices, Power Banks come in a range of storage capacities (how much charge the battery can hold), connection types (such as USB-C and USB-A) and sizes.
How to charge a Power Bank?
As with many digital devices, Power Banks almost universally use USB cables to charge. To charge a Power Bank, you’ll need to connect it via its cable to a power supply or power outlet. The display on the Power Bank will indicate when it has reached its capacity. Likewise, the display will indicate when the Power Bank needs recharging.
Are Power Banks worth it?
Digital devices like smartphones and tablets are an integral part of our modern lifestyle, which means that it can be inconvenient when they run out of charge. Power Banks offer a portable solution, providing you with a way to charge devices regardless of your location. With many Power Banks able to charge devices multiple times over without having to access a power outlet, they are very much worth it.


title: Audiobooks offering more ways to enjoy reading

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I’ve been a book lover ever since I was a little girl, and curling up with a great story is still a way for me to relax after a long day working on Techlicious or when I have free time on weekends.
But I don’t curl up like I used to. Technology has completely transformed the way I engage with literature. Instead of paperbacks and hardcovers, I now download my books through my Kindle app. So no matter where I am, I always have my full library with me on my phone, whether that’s riding on the subway to a meeting, at my in-laws or in my own living room.
And, recently, I’ve tried something else: audiobooks from Audible. With audiobooks, I can do my virtual “reading” while I’m exercising or driving the car. Audible’s Whispersync even lets me switch between listening and reading on my Kindle with the tap of a button.
And audiobooks have one other big advantage over both paper books and eBooks – I can enjoy them with my family. We find titles that we’re all interested in and listen to them together on long car rides simply by streaming from my phone to our car's sound system.
Currently, we’re listening to Oliver Sacks’ incredible The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat. My kids, who are huge science fans, love the fascinating insights Sacks provides into the workings of the human mind through his true stories of people suffering from bizarre and often tragic neurological disorders. Listening together lets us discuss what the stories mean to us and how it might impact our perceptions of what it means to be human. If you’re not familiar with the book, I can’t recommend it enough. And it’s one of a dozen works of Sacks available on Audible.
And if the people you want to share your reading with aren’t in the same house, Audible just released a new feature called Clips that lets you save and share your favorite audiobook passages with anyone. Capture those moments in the book that call out to you and send up to 45 seconds of audio to your family and friends. Or keep a library of sound bites for yourself that you can reference whenever you want to remember a specific passage or for your own personal inspirations.
If you would like to give Audible and its new Clips feature a try, we’re partnering with them to bring you a special offer. Sign up for a 30-day free trial and your first story is free forever. With more than 250,000 audio programs to choose from, you’ll never have trouble finding something you’ll love. And if you’re not sure where to start, take a look at my favorite from Oliver Sacks.


title: Sports massage and the stages of injury

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Another form of massage therapy is sports massage, but don’t let the name fool you. Sports massage is usually indicated when there has been an injury to the body acquired during sports activity, but can apply to any activity that causes repetitive strain on the body. The most common injuries are strains and sprains, tendonitis, and inflammation. There are different stages to all injuries ranging between acute and chronic, and both have different effects on the body, and different methods of treatment.
The first stage of injury is called acute. This happens when the injury is new and usually will cause pain, inflammation, and decreased movement in the injured area. Massage therapy treatment in this first stage is generally a lot lighter due to the signs and symptoms. The massage therapists goal is to reduce the pain and inflammation by light pressure and possibly ice directly on the injured area. No home care is usually given other than elevate and ice the effected area. Usually the acute stage can last from a few weeks up to a few months depending on the severity.
The second stage of injury is the sub-acute stage. Here the client will find that the injury is not as painful and the inflammation is pretty much gone. Movement may still be restricted. The massage therapists goal in this stage is to decrease the rest of the inflammation and increase movement slowly. Pressure during the treatment increases and alternating hot and cold packs may be used to bring blood flow to the area so that it can heal quicker. If the client is comfortable with it, the therapist may also begin using trigger point therapy. Trigger points are little nodules in tight muscles that can refer pain from one area to another. When released the affected muscle loosens up and is less restricted. Home care may be given at this point in the form of light stretching as long as the client remains pain-free.
The last stage is the chronic stage. The pain and inflammation will be gone but extreme tension in the muscle and decreased movement of the effected area still remains. As long as the client is comfortable, the therapist will begin using deep pressure to help release tight muscles and, and trigger point therapy where it is indicated. Some therapists use stretches within their massage treatments and other prescribe it as home care. The goal in this stage is to increase the movement in the area and hopefully bring it back to its pre-injury health. Home care are usually stretches to help lengthen and increase movement of the affected area. In the chronic stage, heat can also be used to help soften a muscle before it is stretched.
In all massage treatments, all injuries, acute or chronic are treated this same way, most times the cause isn’t too much of a concern. Inflammation can occur in a marathon runner, the same as it can in someone working at a computer 8-9 hours a day. If you are not sure what type of treatment best suits you please ask your massage therapist.
I am constantly asked whether ice or heat is appropriate for an injury, and here is my advice. Use ice first. Using ice in moderation will do little harm if there is inflammation, but using heat will increase the inflammation and pain. Don’t use the ice pack for longer that 15-20 minutes at a time and continue every couple of hours. When in doubt use the acronym CBAN. COLD, BURNING, ACHING, NUMBNESS. When you feel the area is achy and becoming numb, this is indication that it is time to take off the ice. If you find that using ice is having no effect, then switch to heat.


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Jacksonville FL Real Estate info, Homes For Sale Jacksonville FL, Jacksonville Property, Jacksonville FL Short Sales,First Time Buyers Jacksonville
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I recieved many, many calls this week from First Time Buyers. They are hearing about the possible $35,000 they can get to help with the purchase of a home. This is in addition to the $8000 in tax relief they will get! Why not buy now? Interest rates remain very low and inventory remains very hi...
It appears that most major lenders have frozen all foreclosures until at least the end of March. A formal announcement is expected Wednesday from President Obama concerning the foreclosure crisis we're in. I think that this is a great time for the lenders to step up and get their act together! ...
Great news concerning renters of foreclosed properties! I have been complaining and worrying about these tenants for months! I am so relieved that SOMETHING is finally being done. I hope they follow through with all of this and really protect these families caught in the foreclosure mess. This is...
Please call me for more info on any of these listings. Happy New Year!
After sharing several posts about the peril of renters caught up in the mess of home foreclosures, I am happy to report that help is on the way. Fannie Mae is coming to the rescue! I read the following article on the Florida Association of REALTORS web site today and was thrilled to see that this...
The number of short sale properties in the Jacksonville area continue to cloud the market. A quick update of MLS indicates that 21% of all residential listings are either a short sale, REO or a preforeclosure. The condo market fared a tad better. The stats show that 16% of all condos currently...
For the second time this month I had the difficult task of telling tenants that they had to move out. The homes they have been renting are facing foreclosure. This came as a surprise to the tenants as they had paid their rent on time and had a lease that runs through Spring of 2009. The investor...
Approximately 19% of the homes currently active or pending in MLS are either REO homes or PreForeclosure homes. In the condo market, the picture is a little worse. Of all condos currently active or pending approx 27% are distressed listings. This continues to pull the price of ALL homes down. T...


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As an undergrad studying political science and sociology, Annesha was an active member of the Manhattanville College community. She was an office assistant in the Religion and Social Justice Center all four years on campus. During her senior year, Annesha was president of the senior class and Black Student Union. When she returned to higher education to work on her Master of Education in higher education administration at Temple University, she was already working as an employment specialist at Special People in Northeast, assisting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Later, Annesha interned at the IDEAL Center, researching diversity and inclusion, assisting with the Diversity in Higher Education curriculum, and facilitating student and family trainings on diversity and implicit bias.
Annesha loves LVC’s sense of community support. People engage because they want to be of service to each other and the campus community. During her first few weeks on campus, Annesha heard “What do you need?” from faculty, staff, and students regardless of their campus role. Helping DEIB wasn’t part of their job; It wasn’t required of them, but they showed up. In a very short time, Annesha felt that she was meant to be a part of this community.
Annesha enjoys live music in her free time. Her favorites include R&B, soul, jazz, and Broadway tunes. Not always content to just listen, she’s known to enjoy an evening of karaoke with friends. She can also be found absorbed in a true crime podcast or a Marvel universe comic book or movie during her downtime.


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One of my most important goals of the 2024 gardening season is to seek out companies that are working hard not only to beautify our environment, but also to protect it. I believe that Embassy Landscape Group, based out of Kansas City, Missouri exemplifies those qualities.
In 1979, Joe Smith began a small company with a focus on high quality, local lawn maintenance. Over the years, Embassy has dramatically changed. Today, Embassy is a multi-state landscape management company offering a wide variety of maintenance services, as well as landscape design and construction. What remains from the original company however, is the belief that the mission of each of their divisions is “to create and maintain evocative, sustainable and beautiful environments that connect people with nature and improve their lives.”
Landscape maintenance is an area of environmental concern. Typically, lawn servicing means frequent mowings and lots of tightly scheduled applications of toxic chemicals in the form of “necessary” pesticides, fungicides, herbicides and fertilizers. After years of repeated use, lawns do become thick and green, but what most companies don’t tell you is that there is a high environmental cost to their process. Over time, the population of beneficial insects in and on the soil declines, the toxic chemicals head straight to the water system, the lawn begins to choke itself from too much dead thatch and the overall soil health is jeopardized.
Some companies, like Embassy, have discovered a much more earth friendly way to maintain grassy areas. For the past five years, Embassy has been using a maintenance program called Biolife Soil Solutions which significantly reduces the need for toxic chemicals. Instead, applications in Embassy’s program add over 800 soil microbes, or probiotics for plants, to build deep, healthy root systems and to help keep the soil food web in balance. As a result of Embassy’s program, root systems become longer, thicker, healthier and more resistant to environmental stressors, recovering notably faster if attacked by insects and diseases. At the same time, the soil itself becomes richer, teaming with life.
With drought looming over much of the country, water management is one of the most critical factors to consider when choosing a landscape firm. Progressive companies like Embassy have taken a proactive, multi-pronged approach to water use. The maintenance division credits its earth-friendly Biolife Soil Solutions program for reducing its customers’ water usage. Deep rooted turf is sustainable, capable of seeking out water and nutrients buried deep in the soil. Since water is used more efficiently, the need for frequent, expensive watering is reduced.
Embassy’s irrigation division plays another huge role in water management. Rather than relying on wasteful, pre-programmed watering schedules, Nick Novak, Irrigation Service Manager for Embassy Landscape Group, explained that “Embassy uses only Weathermatic and Rainbird irrigation controllers on all of their properties because they have sensors that measure evapotranspiration, or ET loss, daily. ( Evapotranspiration is the process by which water is transferred from the land to the atmosphere by evaporation from the soil and other surfaces and by transpiration from plants.) At the next watering cycle the controller will automatically adjust watering times to ensure that the same amount of water is put back in the landscape.” The sensors eliminate the wasteful and often damaging issue of overwatering and the stress on turf that results from underwatering.
Unlike the older systems where all areas were timed to receive the same amount of water, these controllers, used in conjunction with flow sensors, monitor flow for irrigation zones. The system alerts technicians to high or low flow issues so they can be quickly addressed and resolved, eliminating the need for frantic phone calls. “Our remote access to the timers,” Nick continued, “ through our connected controllers allow us to proactively turn off irrigation before impending rain or freeze events.”
The type of sprinkler heads installed in the system also are important elements for water management. Instead of spray nozzles, Embassy uses matched precipitation rotary nozzles. They provide a slow application of water that allows the water to seep into the soil, minimizing the risk of run-off. Embassy customers using a connected controller with site specific ET monitoring are seeing up to a 30% water savings compared to non-ET site customers.
The design-build team also plays a part in Embassy’s commitment to water management. Whether it’s installing a permeable paver patio instead of a solid concrete pad or incorporating beds of natives perennials into the plan, Embassy’s talented team of designers strives for a landscape that is beautiful, fulfills the customers dreams and is sustainable for years to come.
In problem areas, instead of fighting against the topography of the land, designers work with it, adding versatile rain gardens and bioswales. They not only allow excess water to naturally evaporate into the air and percolate into the ground, but they also are attractive wildlife habitats. Since they feature native plants that are adapted to local climate conditions, they are easy to maintain, usually requiring virtually no watering or chemical applications of fertilizers or pesticides. While many people think of them as potential eyesores, a well designed rain garden can be a beautiful addition to the yard. Their reliance on native plants evokes a sense of place and a feeling of connection to those who view it, establishing a very personal connection to the land. As an added bonus, rain gardens and bioswales add winter interest to the landscape, giving natural beauty to a normally stark time of year.
In today’s world of changing climate, selecting an environmentally responsible landscape company to work with is crucial. Many firms can provide pleasant aesthetics, but finding one that truly values and consistently uses sound environmental techniques can be difficult. I’m glad that I have Embassy Landscape Group to depend on in my area. If you’re in the Kansas City area, give them a call. For those of you who are away from us, I hope you can find the right company too.


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Five-hundred years ago in 1521, Augustinian monk Martin Luther posted his now-famous 95 questions on the door of a Wittenberg Church in Germany, beginning the movement we now know as the Reformation.
According to a recent article by Bill Federer on World Net Daily , the 34-year-old monk was subsequently ordered to stand trial before the 21-year-old Holy Roman Emperor, Charles V of Spain, whose empire encompassed almost 2 million square miles, including parts of Europe, the Netherlands, the Philippines, North and South America, the Caribbean, and the Far East.
At first dismissed as little more than an outlaw and nuisance, Luther went into hiding at Wartburg Castle with the help of Frederick of Saxony, where the wayward monk translated the New Testament into German so the masses could also read the word of God. Meanwhile, troops operating under Charles V took Rome and held Pope Clement prisoner, while Muslim Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent invaded Europe by land and sea, sending 100,000 Turkish troops to Vienna, Austria.
Martin Luther took a unique stance on the invasion, calling the Turks the “rod of the wrath of the Lord our God,” and beseeching all Christians to repent.
“The fight against the Turks must begin with repentance, and we must reform our lives, or we shall fight in vain. The Church should drive men to repentance by showing our great and numberless sins and our ingratitude, by which we have earned God’s wrath and disfavor.”
Interestingly, today there is also a calling for a modern reformation of Islam, in a move that harkens back to Martin Luther and his stance against the corruption that was running rampant at the time in the Catholic Church. In a column for the Hutchinson Leader , writer Orville Moe discusses a new book by Ayaan Hirsi Ali, titled Heretic: Why Islam Needs A Reformation Now .
“This book explains the need for a major reformation of the Islamic faith, modeled on Martin Luther’s reformation of the Catholic’s ‘Holy Roman Empire.’”
Like Luther, Hirsi Ali is also considered a heretic by followers of radical Islam, since the Church was the major force of the religious, political, and military philosophies of 16th century Europe. Much like Islam today, it worked to control the hearts, minds, and actions of the world’s Christian population, often for the personal gain of a corrupt inner circle of so-called leaders.
After growing up in a Muslim household in Ethiopia, Hirsi Ali also lived in Mecca and Saudi Arabia before she was “sold as a wife” in 1992 to a Canadian man. During a stopover in the Netherlands, she escaped and was ultimately granted asylum by the Dutch, where she learned the local language, along with English, attended college, and won a seat in the Dutch Parliament before eventually moving to the United States.
According to Moe, Hirsi Ali divides the present-day Islamic religious groups into three camps, including mostly peaceful followers of the older writings of Muhammad before he embarked on military conquests of Medina, as well as post-Medina Muslims who follow the Quran and Hadith, which focus on military conquests and the development of strict Sharia laws.
“Finally, there is a small minority of Muslims and former Muslims, which includes Ms. Hirsi Ali, who are seeking to find ways to reform Islam so as to be less militant and become compatible with modern values of civilized peaceful people.”
Much like Martin Luther, Hirsi Ali has developed a convincing list of ideas in her newest book, all calling for major Islamic reform, after spending a lifetime dealing with the dangerous and militant Islamic worldview of those who would seek to establish Islam as the only political and religious force in the world.
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In the past few days, many Tazewell County Voters received from the Tazewell County Clerk's office a Vote-By-Mail application for a November 3 ballot.
Other voters received from the GOP REMOTE VOTE program a Vote-By-Mail application for a November 3 ballot.
Some voters received both.
Why did they get them, and does this mean that voters must Vote-By-Mail?
The quick answer is; no voter is required to send either card back. Voting in person either on Election Day at your regular polling place or before Election Day at early voting sites will be available unless the Governor and/or the Democrat-controlled legislature decide to change the game in the name of COVID-19.
Governor Pritzker signed a bill requiring the counties to send the card received from Tazewell County Clerk for the November 3 election. The Illinois GOP, Tazewell GOP, and the Republican candidates paid for the cards from GOP REMOTE VOTE.
More wide spread Vote-By-Mail is seen as a solution for voters that will be uneasy about voting in person due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
What about Fraud?
Mailing unsolicited, actual ballots to registered voters is ripe for fraud. Mailing unsolicited applications, not ballots, to registered voters is what Illinois' Vote-By-Mail laws require for the November 3 election. Tazewell County Clerk John C. Ackerman assures us that long established procedures in Tazewell County greatly reduce the risk of fraud. The volume of voters using Vote-By-Mail this year will likely require significant staff time to accommodate, but the risk of fraud should remain minimal.
Why did both the County Clerk and the GOP both send cards?
The law that Governor Pritzker signed requires counties to mail Vote-By-Mail applications to all registered voters who voted in the 2018 General Election, 2019 Consolidated Election, or the 2020 General Primary Election. It was a flagrantly political decision to not include the 2016 General Election in the law. Even though President Trump did not win in Illinois, hundreds of thousands of people voted who either never voted before or who seldom vote went to the polls in 2016. Republicans in Illinois know that many of these people were Trump voters, and so do Pritzker and Madigan. Since these Trump voters weren't going to get government funded Vote-By-Mail applications, the Republican Party created the GOP REMOTE VOTE program.
GOP REMOTE VOTE levels the playing field by including the 2016 Trump voters. In addition, the program works as an advocate for voters by ensuring that the applications are handled properly by the counties and, most importantly, tracks to make sure the actual ballots are received by the voters.
What should voters do?
The good news is you have choices.
- Vote in person on November 3 at your regular polling place.
- Vote in person at Early voting locations. Tazewell County Early Voting.
- Return a Vote-By-Mail application, receive a packet from the Tazewell County Clerk in September and mail your completed ballot directly to the County Clerk's office for tabulation.
Note: With either application discussed here, don't cut the postcard apart. You can tape the postcard, with your personal information concealed, by folding the instruction sheet over the back of the page you signed or you can choose to mail the postcard back in a sealed envelope. There is no information on the card, however, which is not found in the public domain.
Download Sample GOP REMOTE VOTE VBM Application (pdf)
Download Sample Tazewell County Clerk VBM Application (pdf)
Whether you choose to vote in person at the polls, by absentee ballot, at an early voting polling location or if you decide to vote by mail, it is vital that we as Republicans get the vote out and fight back the Progressive Liberal agenda which is hard at work attempting to destroy our state and our nation.
As always, should you have any questions on this issue, please do not hesitate to contact our Chairman Jim Rule at 309-353-8467 (GOP Office) or by email at [email protected].


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Difference Between Phosphates & Sulphates
Phosphates and sulfates (the British spelling is "sulphates") share similarities in that both are salts of acids and both occur in nature as minerals. However, their molecular structures differ, they form from different acids, they comprise different minerals and they serve different purposes.
A sulfate compound's molecular structure contains a metal or radical plus SO4, or one sulfur atom and four oxygen atoms. A phosphate compound molecule contains a metal plus one phosphorus atom and four oxygen atoms, or PO4.
While phosphates are salts of phosphoric acid (H3PO4), sulfates are salts formed from sulfuric acid (H2SO4). Acids form salts when their hydrogen atoms are replaced with metals or radicals. With three replaceable hydrogen atoms in each molecule, phosphoric acid is considered tribasic; with one hydrogen atom replaced it forms monophosphate salt, with two replaced it forms diphosphate salt and with three replaced it forms trisphosphate salt. Each molecule of sulfuric acid, however, has only two replaceable hydrogen atoms. When both hydrogen atoms are replaced, sulfuric acid forms normal sulfates; when only one is replaced, it forms acid sulfates, hydrogen sulfates or bisulfates.
Many minerals are classified as sulfates; some of the more common ones that occur in nature include gypsum (hydrated calcium sulfate), barite (barium sulfate) and anhydrite (calcium sulfate). Sulfate minerals are typically glassy in appearance, average to above average in density and average in hardness. Some are water soluble, and several are even fluorescent.
The most common phosphates found in nature are from the apatite group: chlorapatite, fluorapatite and hydroxylapatite. Less formally, these are grouped as calcium phosphates, which are occasionally found in mineral form but also comprise the bones and teeth of many living creatures.
Different sulfates are used as algicides and pigments. One, sodium lauryl sulfate, is a grease-removing detergent that is also used in shampoos and toothpastes. Various phosphates are used in soaps, detergents, glass, fertilizers, baking powders and laxatives. The term "phosphate" also sometimes refers to a non-alcoholic beverage made of carbonated water, flavored syrup and a little phosphoric acid.
Cite This Article
Bishopp, Kristie. "Difference Between Phosphates & Sulphates" sciencing.com, https://www.sciencing.com/difference-between-phosphates-sulphates-8735959/. 14 July 2011.
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If you turn on or off your switch from USA, it takes around 1 second. Oh, You can check status of you switches from USA too.
Can i use it without wall switch?
Absolutely, Just install product according to gang box installation guide.
How to configure devices?
Detailed installation and configuration guides are available at link here
Can only tech savvy people use it?
Not at all. The simple and intuitive user interface (UI) enables just about anyone to use it. The mobile application is simple to navigate and operate. Once a device is configured, it works as easy as the switch on the wall.
Can I still use the wall switches?
Yes. As you turn on or off a manual switch it will be reflected on your mobile application in the blink of an eye.
Does it work if my internet is not working?
Yes, it works when your internet is down. However, you can only access from within your home Wi-Fi network range.
Is your device difficult to install?
Not at all, standard installation time is 15-20 minutes
How long is the warranty for product?
We offer 3 years hardware warranty.
Can i access your hardware from voice commands?
Our team is working to integrate device with Google Home,Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit. Software will be deployed to existing and new devices with our OTA system.
Is your hardware safe to use?
Yes, Product has been tested and certified with Australian standards.
Where do you source your hardware from?
Product is proudly designed, developed and made in Melbourne. We neither import hardware nor white label it from someone else.
Where are your servers located?
Servers are hosted in Australia and we comply with Australian law and standards.
How will you deploy new features?
Device is OTA enabled. As far as it is connected to internet, it will download new software when available. You will not even notice it.
PowerPoints(GPO) switches will work same as wall switch?
No, PowerPoints switches are internally connected and we do not have access to them. Product can be used inline with GPOs.
Do I need any specialised device or hub for your product to work?
No, You don’t require any specialised device or hub.


title: 2024 09 10 chinese medical teams deliver life changing care across africa

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A member of the 33rd batch of the Chinese medical team in Zanzibar gives free medical examination to a child at a nursery school in Zanzibar, Tanzania, on March 6, 2024. Picture: Herman Emmanuel / Xinhua
For Yang Xiaodong, his 15-month experience of providing medical services on Africa's tropical island of Zanzibar was both memorable and meaningful.
Yang, a surgeon from east China's Jiangsu Province, led the 29th Chinese medical team sent to Zanzibar in East Africa's Tanzania from July 2019 to October 2020.
"The limited medical resources in Africa pose challenges for members of the Chinese medical team, but our mission to treat patients drives us to go above and beyond in alleviating the suffering of the local people," said Yang.
During his time in Zanzibar, Yang once saved the life of a young local man who suffered serious injuries in a traffic accident while riding a motorbike.
"The young man sought our help after local doctors were unable to treat his severe liver injury," said Yang, adding that the young man was saved after undergoing hepatic tamponade and suture surgery.
"As our medical team was preparing to leave Zanzibar, the young man made a special trip to see us and express his gratitude once again," Yang noted.
Yang is among the thousands of Chinese doctors who have brought much-needed medical care to communities across Africa, especially those in remote areas.
In 1963, China dispatched its first medical team to Algeria. Since then, successive groups of Chinese doctors have been serving in Africa, providing essential medical aid and services to local people.
"In Africa, I truly appreciate the deeper value of being a doctor," said Wu Minxian, a doctor from central China's Henan Province. He has provided medical aid in Africa for a total of 11 years, spending time in Eritrea, Zambia and Ethiopia.
So far, China has sent some 25,000 medical team members to 48 African countries, treating around 230 million patients and winning the hearts of the African people with dedication.
"The Chinese medical team has been deeply integrated into the daily life of the people of Zanzibar," said Nassor Ahmed Mazrui, Zanzibar's Minister of Health, praising the Chinese doctors as "true angels in white."
Gezahegn Tilahun, who hails from Ethiopia, will never forget how he was saved by Chinese medical team members after enduring a "mysterious illness" for over two years.
The illness caused him to lose 21kg and develop sallow skin and eyes, yet four hospital visits failed to identify the source of his pain.
He was eventually admitted to the Armed Forces Comprehensive Specialized Hospital of Ethiopia, where Chinese medical teams have been providing services. He was diagnosed with a pancreatic tumour there.
Despite the hospital's lack of experience in such surgeries, the Chinese doctors collaborated with local doctors to perform an 8-hour-long lifesaving operation on Tilahun, earning the recognition of their Ethiopian colleagues.
"My gratitude is beyond words. The doctors have given me a brand-new life," said Tilahun.
Despite numerous challenges, Chinese doctors have continued to save lives, treat illnesses, and foster goodwill across Africa.
In March this year, Zimbabwe's Vice President Constantino Chiwenga applauded the 20th Chinese medical team sent to the country for delivering efficient and effective health services to local communities and acknowledged the level and diversity of their expertise.
"Coming to serve in Zimbabwe entails a lot of sacrifice which includes leaving their families and friends behind for a whole year. We cherish your unwavering commitment to save humankind," said Chiwenga in a speech at a ceremony to bid farewell to the team members.