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Ozempic warning: Experts warn of side effects from weight loss drug
Experts are warning of the possible side effects of popular diabetes medications such as Ozempic and Mounjaro when used for weight loss.
Influencer Remi Bader is opening up about how her weight loss procedure led her into a “deep depression.”
The TikTok star appeared on Khloé Kardashian’s podcast “Khloé in Wonder Land.” In an interview posted Wednesday on X, Bader, 30, opened up about undergoing a bariatric surgery called SADI-S over a year ago due to her health issues and her struggle with opening up about the surgery due to privacy concerns.
Bader explained that she gained “80 to 100 pounds” in 2023, and suffered from knee pain. At one point, she was bedridden for a month due to back pain.
Bader said other weight loss methods didn’t work for her, including trying Ozempic twice and Manjaro once.
“I tried Ozempic before it was even a thing,” she said. “My doctor was just like, ‘Oh, you’re pre-diabetic, you should try this.’ I lost probably, like 10 pounds, but I was really sick and threw up a lot from it.”
She then began considering other methods. Though she was concerned with public perception, a doctor referred to her convinced her to have a single anastomosis duodenal-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy, a newer procedure recommended for her situation that is supposed to be simpler than other weight loss surgeries such as gastric bypass.
Why Remi Bader calls weight loss surgery recovery ‘worst thing of my life’
Normally, the surgery is a brief recovery process, her doctor told her, but for Bader, it was the “worst thing of my life.”
“I couldn’t leave the hospital. I couldn’t swallow water. I was like, projectile vomiting,” she said. “But then that went on for six weeks.”
Things got so bad that Bader went to stay with her parents, she said. She describes the recovery process as a dark time: “I got (in) a very scary, deep depression. I did not want to live anymore, I would literally just stare at the wall all day and be sick. It was just horrifying.”
She also battled with feelings of guilt.
“I think at that time, I had a lot of regret. I was like, ‘Oh my God, I’ve been this person that people looked up to online for this whole time,’” she added. “I was very open that I was struggling, but I was this person that was like, ‘But be confident in whatever you look like.’”
Now, she said she’s in a much better mindset and is getting to a place where she loves herself internally and externally.
The model emphasized that people with bigger body types could be healthy, and admitted that she was “so jealous” of her friends who were confident in their bodies. But, she said, “My journey was different.”
“I was in pain. I was struggling with health, and this is what I felt I needed to do,” she said.
What is SADI-S?
SADI-S is a bariatric, or weight loss, surgery combining two weight loss procedures: a sleeve gastrectomy and a duodenal switch, according to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. For the sleeve gastrectomy, a doctor removes nearly 80% of the stomach into a smaller, tube-shaped stomach. For the duodenal switch, the first part of the small intestine is divided just below the stomach, and a section of the intestine is rerouted and connected to the stomach.


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shelf: finance

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In today’s Melksham housing market, property market data isn't just helpful – it's essential. For…
As I review the performance of the Melksham property market in 2023, it’s evident that despite the challenges, the housing sector in the town has shown remarkable resilience.
At the beginning of the year, many commentators in January 2023 suggested house prices would drop like a stone in 2023. The Halifax thought there would be an 8% drop and the respected Nomura Bank 15%, yet according to the Land Registry, they ended 0.5% higher. Looking at the Land Registry figures for Melksham…
Melksham house prices are 0.8% higher than a year ago.
The final quarter (Q4) of 2023 recorded above average levels of new property sales in the UK, 11.1% higher than the year before (221,996 homes sold stc in Oct/Nov/Dec ’23 in the UK compared to 199,807 for the same three months in 2022).
What was of particular interest was a drop of 25.4% in the number of sale fall throughs (sale fall through being home sales agreed yet cancelled before legal exchange and completion), dropping from 75,033 in Q4 in 2022 to 56,761 in Q4 2023.
Looking at the local figures for Melksham (SN12) …
In Q4 2022, 91 Melksham properties had a sale agreed on, but 30 property sales fell through, meaning there were 61 net property sales.
Looking at Q4 2023, 81 Melksham properties had a sale agreed on them, yet only 20 property sales fell through, meaning there were 61 net property sales.
This is a testament to the enduring value and attraction of homeownership.
Market sentiment has been bolstered by rising incomes and an initial decline in mortgage rates, making property investment increasingly feasible for many.
Demand is also considerably higher, up 19% according to Zoopla’s property searches from last year.
Coupled with an increase of 20.7% in available properties for sale (633k in Q4 ’23 vs 524k in Q4 ‘22) compared to last year, the property market has seen an increase in choice, supporting robust sales.
This pricing alignment between buyers and sellers has reduced the downward pressure on values.
So, why didn’t Melksham house prices fall by 8% to 15% as predicted in 2023?
Despite average mortgage rates climbing from just over 2% to over 6% in the last two years, house prices haven’t plummeted as anticipated. This defiance against more significant falls is attributed to several key factors:
- Labour Market & Earnings: The UK’s robust labour market and a 7.3% growth in average earnings have provided British households the financial stability needed to sustain mortgage repayments, even amidst rising rates.
- Lender Restraint: Lenders have adopted policies to support many British households struggling with repayments, effectively reducing the number of forced sellers and maintaining market stability.
- Mortgage Affordability Testing (Stress Testing): Perhaps the most influential factor has been the introduction of stricter mortgage affordability ‘stress testing’ (the Mortgage Market Review tests) for new borrowers since April 2014.
These ‘stress test’ regulations were designed to prevent British households from taking on excessive levels of mortgages during periods of low mortgage rates. They have been pivotal in preventing a significant housing crash because, like 1988 and 2008, when borrowers borrowed too much in the years before, that caused rapid house price inflation (due to over-borrowing). The added advantage to stress tests is the built in resilience for higher mortgage rates, enabling many households to manage the transition to higher mortgage rates more effectively.
For instance, even though the average rate all new mortgage borrowers have paid has dropped from around 4% in the autumn of 2014 to just under 2% in the autumn of 2021, borrowers have had to prove they could afford a 6.5% to 7% mortgage rate to secure that mortgage during that time frame. As interest rates have risen in the last couple of years, the stress levels have increased to an average of 8.7% (i.e. borrowers now need to prove they can afford to pay a mortgage of 8.7%).
Impact on Melksham’s property market in 2024.
As an estate agent witnessing these trends first-hand in Melksham, I’ve seen our local market reflect this national resilience. The regulatory constraints on buying power, while capping the purchasing ability up to and post-pandemic, have, on reflection, maintained a steady demand for quality homes.
Melksham first-time buyers are still buying plenty of homes yet approaching the market with slightly more caution and greater financial preparedness than a couple of years ago. They are adapting to the current economic climate by opting for smaller Melksham homes to offset the elevated costs associated with borrowing. Interestingly, another reason for higher first-time buyer demand is rising rental prices, which have risen at nearly double-digit annual percentage increases since 2021.
As I anticipate the future, it’s crucial to understand that while base rates may start to fall later in 2024, the regulatory constraints on buying power continue to hold. While ensuring market stability, these limitations suggest that house prices are unlikely to rise sharply in 2024 and are more likely to drift slightly downwards by 1% and 3%.
For homeowners and prospective buyers in Melksham, there’s an opportunity to plan and navigate your property decisions with a long-term perspective.
As the housing market navigates through fluctuating mortgage rates, there’s cautious optimism that a slight ease in these rates might boost buyer confidence. This shift could encourage more individuals to proceed with buying homes.
Those ready to ascend the property ladder may leverage the buyers’ market depending on the type and location of their second or third home in Melksham, presenting offers lower than the asking price in hopes of securing a deal.
Additionally, those looking to relocate would welcome any dips in fixed-rate mortgages. A significant decrease in two-year rates has already been observed, potentially enticing a segment of buyers to re-enter the market.
Buy-to-let Melksham landlords are facing a mixed scenario.
While they may be experiencing notable increases in rental income, the financial pressure from elevated interest rates, insurance costs, and taxation is real. There’s plenty of speculation in the press that these factors may lead to a reduction in the number of rental properties as landlords potentially exit the market, which could further impact the availability of rental stock. However, as the number of British landlords selling up has increased by 55% (over the last couple of years) and the number of landlords buying has only decreased by 22% (again in the previous two years), the net numbers of British buy-to-let properties are still very marginally growing!
Final thoughts to Melksham homeowners.
To all Melksham homeowners considering a move in 2024, I encourage you to view this period as an opportune time to evaluate your options. With a comprehensive understanding of the local and national property landscape, I am committed to guiding you through every step of your property journey.
Whether you want to buy or sell or want to discuss your options, I invite you to connect with me. There’s no cost or obligation – just a straightforward conversation to help you make informed decisions in a changing market. Let’s navigate your future move in the Melksham property market together!
Proud Business Owner of Lock & Key Estate Agents


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title: Student making waves in radio

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Student making waves in radio
“Journalism is a lifestyle, not a career,” said Fanshawe College student Elyse Skura, who was awarded the Jim Allard Scholarship from a pool of Radio Broadcasting students from across the country.
Skura, who graduated from Fanshawe's Radio Broadcasting program in June and is now studying Media Theory and Production at the college, was granted the honour during a Canadian Association of Broadcasting (CAB) Awards Breakfast on November 4 at the CAB Convention where a large number of scholarships were handed out.
Skura is only the second recipient in Fanshawe's history to have received this prestigious scholarship.
The $2,500 CAB National Scholarship is awarded annually to an aspiring broadcaster presently enrolled in a journalism program at either college or university and “best combines academic achievement with natural talent.”
Skura is also a two-time winner of the Television and Radio Director's Association of Canada National Scholarship, totaling $4,000.
Crediting her great, knowledgeable professors, Skura admitted to feeling a little surprised by the entire experience.
“To be the one to receive this award is just overwhelming because anyone could've gotten it,” said Skura. “I feel like there are not enough people who take advantage of applying for scholarships.”
Skura's achievements do not come as a surprise to her professors.
“Skura was very adaptable and fully committed. She was always the person who would be early to arrive and late to leave,” said Bob Collins, a co-coordinator / professor of the Broadcast Journalism, Radio Broadcasting and MTP Programs at Fanshawe College and Western University.
Originally from Toronto, Skura was not always sure what she wanted to study come time for college.
“I did not decide on journalism until I was in grade 12. All together I think I've applied to about seven different programs which were all different,” said Skura.
Skura admitted to originally wanting to accept going to Carlton University for their Journalism program, but then decided to accept the Western / Fanshawe joint program because it was a better fit.
The joint program offers students more options and choices when considering television, radio or print mediums.
“Your first year is primarily spent at Western University. The second year is spent at Fanshawe where students have to partake in one evening class per semester,” she explained.
Skura appreciates the opportunity she was given to work as News Director at Fanshawe's 106.9 The “X”.
“Working at the “X” was a good amount of extra work but it was nothing too overwhelming. It was nice because I got to have a little bit of extra say,” she recalled.
According to Collins, Skura was involved with the direction of approximately 70 fellow students when working as a News Director for 106.9 The “X”.
“Skura has great leadership skills,” Collins said, “and her peers looked up to her.”
The program has allowed Skura to explore all her options when considering job options for her future.
“In this program you're doing things that you wouldn't think of doing before. You're talking to people that you never would've had the opportunity to talk to before,” admitted Skura.
As for the bright 22-year-old's future, Skura admitted there are no limits.
Skura has already completed a four-month internship at City Television working for the program “CityLine.”


shelf: home-craft

title: Warning bad flare day

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I couldn't get out of bed this morning. I was hurting so much. I think I laid awake for the past 6 hours. When I finally dragged my pained ass out of bed I decided to take a long hot shower. I took 2 Tylenol first and I think I stood motionless for 10 minutes in the hot water as it beat on my lower back. It felt so wonderful. Thank the Goddess and my husband for water massage.
So after slathering my lower back and shoulders with Aspercreme, I had some oatmeal, juice and my usual regimen of pills. I have dropped some of my medications since they aren't working for me. Why waste money on that shit. I then started a load of laundry. It's overcast today and it will most likely stay that way for the rest of the week. The area weather report says we are expecting rain. I noticed the ground was wet when I let the puppies out so yeah, it's probably been raining off and on all morning. Just wonderful.
I made something of a pineapple upside down cake on Saturday. David got the recipe from a co-worker of his. It was pretty good except it calls for way to much sugar. So I cut the sugar down to a third and guess what? It tasted just as good as the original recipe. David loved the cake after I made it with the new improved recipe changes. I told him not to tell his friend about the change. It would make her mad.
Well, my laundry is finished washing and I have another load to start. I have to try to clean the house a bit too. The puppies chased each other yesterday and there are pillows and stuffed toys strewn everywhere. So y'all have a magical day.
By the way, May is National Lupus Awareness Month and May 10th is World Lupus Day. Just a reminder and shout out to all my Lupie friends and those that help support us out there.


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title: Musée du film d'animation

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Musée du film d'animation
The collection preserved by the Annecy Museums is made up of numerous objects testifying to the history and creative processes of animated cinema. The exhibition invites you to enter the land of illusions and understand the secrets of mastering light and creating movement. You can discover the optical theater of Émile Reynaud, optical toys such as the praxinoscope or the thaumatrope, and numerous objects, paintings and drawings marking the history of this art
In 2023, Jean-François Laguionie entrusts to the collections of the Musée-Château d'Annecy a priceless set of works taken from his films, coming from his personal archives. Get a glimpse of it at the Animated Film Museum. In 1965, a young 26-year-old filmmaker, Jean-François Laguionie, won the grand prize at the Annecy International Animated Film Festival for his first short film, “The Lady and the Cellist”. Since then, this writer, painter, filmmaker and producer has continued to write, through his rich filmography and his unique voice, an important part of the history of French animation.
The exhibition in the Tübingen City Museum is the world's largest presentation of the works of Lotte Reiniger. The virtuoso paper-cutting artist developed the medium to a hitherto unknown climax; she was an imaginative and imaginative shadowplayer and film pioneer. Above all, "The Adventures of Prince Achmed", which was produced between 1923 and 1926 as the first full-length animated film in history, made Lotte Reiniger famous.
ANIMATION MADE IN DRESDEN
The former state studio, which existed in Dresden-Gorbitz from 1955 to 1990 and employed 250 people, produced more than 1,500 films in all classic animation techniques. The exhibition shows around 400 doll figures and props, some of them in modeled film sets, drawing foils and flat figures. A special feature of the studio - the silhouette film - is presented with light boxes and silhouette figures.
Storyworld unlocks the secrets of great storytellers, showcasing the methods used in Dutch and international comics, animation and games. Because every single superhero or villain originally started out as a pencilled line on a blank sheet of paper. From Asterix and Aladdin to The Red Turtle and Aloy from Horizon Zero Dawn. Storyworld is also a place for you to get hands-on with all the building blocks and features of comics, animation and games. Discover what it takes to understand a graphic story and how to create one yourself.
Casa - Museu de Vilar
A small museum devoted to the wonder of moving image, with a collection of interactive objects from pre-cinema, the art of Abi Feijó and Regina Pessoa, and international animation.
In 2018 the Ostend-born renowned film director Raoul Servais will be 90. This is being celebrated with a lot of activities in Ostend, a few publications and the opening of a room at Mu.ZEE permanently devoted to his oeuvre. Servais has won many international film prizes, such as the Palme d’Or in Cannes (Operation X-70, 1971 & Harpya, 1979) and the Primo Premio in Venice (Chromophobia, 1966).


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title: Teaming up with the ‘Solarnator’

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Teaming up with the ‘Solarnator’
By 2005, Californians had installed only 20,000 solar energy systems — enough to meet only a tiny percentage of the electricity needs for a growing population of 35 million and counting.
That made no sense to state Sen. Kevin Murray of Los Angeles, who introduced a bill calling for one million solar roofs on the state’s homes, businesses, farms and schools.
Home builders, a major force in California politics, opposed the Murray bill, objecting to a provision requiring the installation of solar panels on every new home. Environment California urged Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, known to moviegoers for his role as The Terminator, to become the Solarnator and fulfill his promise to lift up solar power.
With our help, the Solarnator delivered.
As Gov. Schwarzenegger and lawmakers agreed to a compromise 10-year, $3 billion solar rebate program, Environment California mobilized public support behind the bill in communities across the state. The home builders dropped their opposition and the bill became law on Aug. 21, 2006.
Celebrating a solar milestone
A little more than 13 years later, at a Dec. 12, 2019 event, former Gov. Schwarzenegger and Gov. Jerry Brown joined Dan and Environment California’s Bernadette Del Chiaro (now the executive director of the California Solar and Storage Association) in celebrating California’s one millionth solar roof — a 50-fold increase since 2005.
The Million Solar Roofs Initiative helped drive down the price of rooftop solar from $9.45 per watt in 2006 to $3.80 per watt in 2018, helping to persuade home builders — who opposed the original Million Solar Roofs bill — to support an Environment California-backed policy requiring solar on all new homes. The state adopted the policy on Dec. 5, 2018.
About this series: PIRG, Environment America and The Public Interest Network have achieved much more than we can cover on this page. You can find more milestones of our work on clean energy below. You can also explore an interactive timeline featuring more of our network’s clean energy milestones.


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title: Cool electronic gadgets

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We’ve latest gizmos that make life simpler (or just extra cool) so you possibly can deal with the essential stuff: Android, iPhone, and Windows phone and pill accessories you won’t find on the nook retailer, plus house automation, LED lights and USB units , automotive tech, spy gear , digicam equipment, and wi-fi options. The U-Socket reduces muddle by letting you plug four devices and appliances into a single outlet; it even shuts off power to a device when the cost is full.


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title: Getting comfortable with python virtual environments venv

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Working on multiple Python projects can be a hassle, especially when dealing with conflicting dependencies or managing different package versions. Fortunately, Python provides a powerful solution to this problem: virtual environments. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore what virtual environments are, why you should use them, and how to create, manage, and utilize them effectively.
What are Python Virtual Environments?
A Python virtual environment is an isolated Python environment that allows you to install and manage Python packages specific to a particular project. Each virtual environment has its own set of installed packages, separate from your system’s global Python installation and other virtual environments. This isolation ensures that your projects remain independent and free from package conflicts or version incompatibilities.
Why Use Python Virtual Environments?
Using virtual environments in your Python projects offers several key benefits:
1. Dependency Management
Different projects may require different versions of the same package. Virtual environments allow you to install and manage dependencies for each project independently, avoiding conflicts and compatibility issues. This means you can have multiple projects running on different package versions without any interference.
By creating a virtual environment and specifying the dependencies in a requirements.txt
file, you can easily share your project or recreate the same environment on a different system, ensuring consistent behavior across different development environments. This makes collaboration and deployment much smoother.
3. Clean Development Setup
Virtual environments keep your global Python installation clean and untouched, making it easier to manage and uninstall packages per project. This prevents cluttering your system’s Python installation with packages that may not be needed for other projects or system-wide tools.
Creating Python Virtual Environments
Creating a new virtual environment is a straightforward process using Python’s built-in venv
module. Follow these steps:
- Open your terminal or command prompt and navigate to the directory where you want to create your project.
- Create a new virtual environment using the following command:
python -m venv myenv
with the desired name for your virtual environment.
- Activate the virtual environment:
- On Windows:
- On Unix or macOS:
After activation, you should see the name of your virtual environment in parentheses at the beginning of your terminal prompt, indicating that the virtual environment is active and ready for use.
Installing Packages in Python Virtual Environments
With the virtual environment activated, you can install Python packages using pip
. Any packages installed will be isolated within the virtual environment and will not affect your system’s global Python installation or other projects.
pip install package_name
with the name of the package you want to install. This command will install the specified package within the active virtual environment.
Managing Dependencies with Requirements Files
To keep track of the packages and dependencies required for your project, it’s recommended to use a requirements.txt
file. This file lists all the packages and their versions that your project depends on.
Create a requirements.txt
pip freeze > requirements.txt
This command will generate a requirements.txt
file containing all the installed packages and their versions.
Install packages from a requirements.txt
pip install -r requirements.txt
This command will install all the packages listed in the requirements.txt
file within the active virtual environment.
By using a requirements.txt
file, you can easily share your project’s dependencies with others or recreate the same environment on a different system, ensuring consistent behavior and reproducibility.
Deactivating and Deleting Python Virtual Environments
When you’re done working on your project, you can deactivate the virtual environment using the following command:
- On Windows:
- On Unix or macOS:
If you no longer need a virtual environment, you can delete it by simply removing the directory where it was created.
Python virtual environments are an essential tool for managing dependencies, ensuring reproducibility, and maintaining a clean and organized development setup. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can create, activate, and utilize virtual environments effectively, allowing you to work on multiple projects with different dependencies without conflicts or compatibility issues. Embrace virtual environments and take your Python development to the next level!


shelf: health

title: Clarke county hospital offering new in home sleep study testing

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Clarke County Hospital will be offering new in-home sleep apnea testing starting May 1st, 2018. The National Sleep Foundation estimates that 40 million Americans suffer from a sleep disorder. Sleep disorders include trouble falling or staying asleep (insomnia), falling asleep at the wrong times (narcolepsy), too much sleep, or abnormal behaviors during sleep. One of the most common sleep disorders is sleep apnea.
Sleep apnea is the delay or pause in breathing during regular sleep. This “breath pause” could last from a few seconds to minutes. People with sleep apnea generally awaken and still feel tired, no matter how much time they’ve spent in bed. Untreated sleep apnea increases the risks for serious health conditions over time: high blood pressure, heart failure, stroke, obesity and diabetes.
Signs and symptoms for sleep apnea include excessive daytime sleepiness, or “feeling tired all the time”, loud snoring, abrupt awakenings with shortness of breath or gasps for air, chronically awakening with a dry mouth or sore throat, morning headaches, and chronic irritability.
To detect sleep apnea, a sleep study must be performed. In-home sleep apnea testing provides a practitioner with the information he or she needs to diagnose obstructive sleep apnea. It allows you to undergo your sleep study at home wearing equipment that collects information about how you breathe during sleep.
Clarke County Hospital has received both hospital sleep study and home sleep study accreditation from the ACHC (Accreditation Commission for Health Care) Sleep Lab Accreditation. ACHC's sleep lab program was created specifically for freestanding and hospital based sleep labs and includes the clinical aspect of patient care focusing on the testing of a patient. Accreditation by ACHC reflects an organization's dedication and commitment to meeting standards that facilitate a higher level of performance and patient care.
How In-Home Sleep Study Works: Clarke County Hospital’s Sleep Lab Specialist will provide patients with the proper equipment and information they need to be able to administer their sleep study in the convenience of their home. Instructions will be given on how to correctly wear the equipment to ensure proper technique for accurate testing. Once a patient has completed the at home sleep test, their results will be sent to the practitioner who will determine the outcome of their test. Patients will then be notified of the results within two weeks and will be given further information and instructions based on their results.
For questions, please call Maria Chapman, Clarke County Hospital’s Sleep Lab Specialist at 641.342.5360. A doctor’s referral is required to schedule an in-home sleep study test.


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The Ethereum Foundation just sold $30M in Ether — But will ETH price fall this time?
On May 6, Ethereum Foundation transferred nearly $30 million in Ether (ETH) to the Kraken cryptocurrency exchange, causing jitters in the market about a potential selloff event.
ETH price fell 4.8% to $1,900 on the day, but the decline has been negligible so far amid a wider recovery trend.
ETH price holding key support
Ether’s price recovered modestly to $1,920 on May 7 after testing its 50-day exponential moving average (50-day EMA; the red wave) near $1,850 as support a day ago.
Moreover, the price volatility dropped on Kraken in the said period, per the contracting Bollinger Bands Width in the chart below. That further shows traders’ calm amid the Ethereum Foundation transfer.
Notably, the 50-day EMA has capped Ether’s downside attempts so far in 2023, barring the early March selloff that saw the price briefly falling below the red wave. Meanwhile, testing it as support has prompted the ETH price to pursue a breakout above $2,000.
As a result of this support, ETH bulls may attempt to take the price above $2,000 again.
Conversely, a drop below the 50-day EMA could have traders eye a support confluence comprising a multi-month ascending trendline and the 200-day EMA (the blue wave) near $1,700 as the next downside target, down about 13% from current price levels.
Even with a larger decline, ETH would be maintaining its overall recovery trend when measured from its June 2022 bottom of $880.
Ethereum exchange reserves vs. Kraken reserves
A rising exchange balance suggests potential selling pressure rising and vice versa. In Ethereum’s case, the balance remained lower across all the exchanges despite the Ethereum Foundation’s transferring $30 million in to Kraken.
For instance, Kraken’s Ether balance increased to 1.84 million ETH on May 6 from 1.83 million a day ago.
Nevertheless, the balance across all exchanges actually dropped to 18.15 million ETH from 18.22 million ETH on the day, indicating that any potential sell-pressure from the Ethereum Foundation can easily be absorbed.
Not necessarily a ETH market top
The Ethereum Foundation’s last big transfer was 20,000 ETH in November 2021, when the price topped around $4,850, and declining 80% thereafter. Similarly, the foundation sold 35,053 ETH at the local market top of around $3,500 in May 2021.
Related: Ethereum up 20% in April while Markets Pro sees 379% gain in one day
Many analysts treated these fractals as a sign of another possible market top formation near $2,000, arguing that the price may fall in the coming sessions.
Ethereum Foundation sold another 20,000 Ethereum at the recent local top.
Every time the eth foundation / Vitalik / Consensys dumps a massive presale bag it marks the top.
What’s the difference between ripple dumping hundreds of millions on retail vs ETH founders doing it? https://t.co/pw8ukMiR8v
— Brad Mills ⚡ (@bradmillscan) January 28, 2022
But broader data suggests otherwise. For instance, Ethereum Foundation’s large ETH sales occurred also during the 2020-2021 bull cycle, boosted by growing demand for risk-on assets in a lower interest rate macro environment.
In other words, there’s little evidence to suggest that the Ethereum Foundation’s sales have any impact on Ethereum’s price trend. Instead, the cryptocurrency market is currently taking cues from the U.S. banking crisis and whether this will force the Federal Reserve to stop hiking and cut interest rates.
This article does not contain investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading move involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research when making a decision.


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Citisoft Announces Launch of the Citisoft Scholars Program
November 3, 2022
Citisoft, a global investment management consulting firm, has announced the launch of the Citisoft Scholars Program in partnership with Youth Guidance.
Since 2020, Citisoft's charitable programs have focused on the mission of helping empower students in underserved communities through education, financial literacy, and community engagement. In support of this mission, Citisoft has partnered with Youth Guidance to launch an annual scholarship for students in their programs who are pursuing a post-secondary degree.
Youth Guidance, a national nonprofit organization based in Chicago, creates and implements school-based programs that enable youth to overcome obstacles, focus on their education and, ultimately, to succeed in school and in life. Its core programs, Becoming a Man and Working on Womanhood, are highly engaging school-based counseling and mentoring programs that promote social-emotional and psychological well-being, strong school engagement, and increased academic attainment for students in grades 7-12.
"We're extremely proud to work with the Youth Guidance organization in helping kids reach their full potential," said Tom Secaur, Citisoft COO. "Our community initiatives are employee-led and reflect a firm-wide commitment to maximizing impact through mentorship, financial support, and access to education. Bringing the Citisoft Scholars Program to fruition has been a collaborative effort between many dedicated individuals and we're excited to support the bright futures of Citisoft scholars."
The program's first scholar for 2022 is Evan Lewis who will be pursuing a degree in Sports Management from Lasell University. Evan was selected for his academic excellence, commitment to community, and strong recommendations from Youth Guidance mentors. Citisoft's annual scholarship will support Evan through each of his four years in Lasell's Sports Management program. In addition to receiving a scholarship fund for academic support, Citisoft scholars will receive a discretionary spending fund, funded directly by Citisoft employees and supporters. Details on contributions can be found on the Youth Guidance website.
Shawn Brown, Founding Executive Director of Youth Guidance Boston, expressed his gratitude for Citisoft's partnership, "At Youth Guidance, we believe that there is incredible power in showing a young person that no matter what, there is a caring adult in your life who wants you to succeed. We're grateful that recipients of the Citisoft Scholarship Program will know that there is a whole team of caring adults making that same commitment as graduates of our program take the next step in their lives."
Citisoft and Youth Guidance look forward to supporting their first scholar and continuing to support one additional recipient each academic year. Details on application for next year will be made available by Youth Guidance in 2023.


title: Key lime pie

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Key lime pie is a classic dessert that originated in the Florida Keys. It is a sweet and tangy pie made with key lime juice, condensed milk, and a graham cracker crust. This refreshing dessert is perfect for warm summer days or any time you’re craving a taste of the tropics.
To make a delicious key lime pie, you will need the following ingredients:
– 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs
– ⅓ cup of melted butter
– ¼ cup of granulated sugar
– 4 large egg yolks
– 1 can (14 ounces) of sweetened condensed milk
– ½ cup of freshly squeezed key lime juice
– 1 tablespoon of grated key lime zest
– Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Follow these steps to make your own homemade key lime pie:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and grated key lime zest.
5. Pour the filling into the prepared crust and spread it evenly.
6. Bake the pie for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
7. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
8. Once cooled, refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until it is fully set.
9. Serve chilled and top with whipped cream, if desired.
While the classic key lime pie recipe is delicious on its own, you can also try some variations to add a unique twist to this dessert:
– Coconut Key Lime Pie: Add ½ cup of shredded coconut to the crust mixture for a tropical flavor.
– Meringue Topping: Instead of whipped cream, top the pie with a fluffy meringue made from egg whites and sugar.
– Chocolate Key Lime Pie: Stir in ¼ cup of melted dark chocolate into the key lime filling for a rich and indulgent dessert.
Here are some tips to help you make the best key lime pie:
– Use freshly squeezed key lime juice for the best flavor. Bottled lime juice may not have the same tangy taste.
– Make sure to zest the key limes before juicing them. The zest adds a burst of citrus flavor to the pie.
– For a crispier crust, you can bake it for a few minutes before adding the filling.
– Allow the pie to cool completely before refrigerating to prevent condensation from forming on the surface.
Key lime pie is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of the Florida Keys. With its tangy and sweet flavors, it is sure to please any pie lover. Whether you enjoy it with a dollop of whipped cream or on its own, this pie is a true tropical treat.
Q: Can I use regular limes instead of key limes?
A: While key limes are traditional for this recipe, you can use regular limes if key limes are not available. However, keep in mind that the flavor may be slightly different.
Q: How long does key lime pie last?
A: Key lime pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Q: Can I freeze key lime pie?
A: Yes, you can freeze key lime pie. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container before freezing. Thaw it in the refrigerator before serving.


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Justin Bieber jumps to No. 1 in Top Events Rankings
Justin Bieber surprised his fans last week with an announcement of his highly anticipated 2012 Believe Tour. His dedicated fans’ showed their support by gobbling up pre-sale tickets. Thanks to those fans flocking for tickets, Bieber jumped to the top of TicketNews’ Top Events Rankings for the week ending May 27.
The tour is in support of the singer’s fourth studio album of the same name, which is scheduled to be released on June 19. It kicks-off at the Jobing.com Arena in Glendale, AZ on September 29 and is scheduled to end on January 26, 2013 at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, FL. The Canadian born singer will also head north of the border with performances in Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Quebec and the singers’ home province of Ontario. Tickets officially go on-sale for his Canadian dates on June 1 with the rest of dates following on June 2.
Legendary metal band Metallica made an appearance on the charts this week in the No. 9 position when tickets for their upcoming performance in Vancouver at the Rogers Arena on August 24, went on-sale over the weekend. After tickets for the date sold out moments following their release, the band announced they would stick around and perform for another date on the following day.
Other Canadian dates on Metallica’s tour include performances on August 17-18 at Rexall Place in Edmonton. The band, which is currently on tour overseas, will come back in June to perform at the two-day Orion Music Festival at Bader Field in New Jersey and again in August for the 3-day Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival at the Golden Gate Park in San Francisco.
Rising to the No. 2 position in this week’s rankings is Brooklyn’s own Barbra Streisand. The singer climbed up from the No. 6 spot last week when an additional date was added for her upcoming performance at the newly-built Barclays Center in October.
TicketNews Exclusive Rankings and Power Scores are based on ticket sales from the TicketNetwork Exchange™. Two factors are used to calculate a power score: total ticket sales from the given event and total ticket sales within the category. Since the sum of all events’ power scores equals 100 in any given category, an individual event’s Power Score represents its category-specific significance. Top Event Power Scores should only be used to compare events within a particular category, and not across categories.


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Privacy Commission cautions DOH on sharing of Dengvaxia master list
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has advised the Department of Health (DOH) to be circumspect in sharing sensitive personal information of individuals, saying it should only do so if it deems that such sharing or disclosure is authorized under law, adheres to data privacy principles, and there are reasonable and appropriate security measures in place to protect the data.
In an advisory opinion dated 26 February 2018 issued in response to the formal request made by the DOH, Privacy Commissioner Raymund Enriquez Liboro said the disclosure to another government agency or private entity of a copy of the DOH master list of individuals vaccinated with Dengvaxia must be “provided for by existing laws and regulations or a data subject has given his or her consent.”
“We emphasize that the government is one of the biggest repositories of the personal data of citizens. The government or its agencies, however, do not have the blanket authority to access or use the information about private individuals under the custody of another agency,” Liboro said.
The DOH Dengvaxia master list has recently been subject of access requests coming from the Public Attorney’s Office (PAO), some private organizations, and members of the media. The information contained in the list is considered as sensitive personal information, and relates to minors, which the NPC identifies as a vulnerable group of data subjects.
In the advisory opinion, Liboro said personal data provided to government or public authorities may be processed without consent when it is done pursuant to the particular agency’s constitutional or statutory mandate, and subject to the requirements of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (DPA).
In the case of the request by the PAO to obtain the DOH master list, this general rule does not apply. The agency, however, may be allowed access to the data of the specific victims it represents as their duly authorized legal counsel.
“Should the PAO be authorized as the legal representative of the minor data subjects, they may then be provided information on the particular data subject they are representing, subject to the presentation of proof of such authorization,” Liboro said.
As to the request of media and other private organizations, Liboro said the disclosure of statistical or aggregated data, without any personal or sensitive personal information, should suffice. Otherwise, the release of a copy of the master list in its raw version would be tantamount to an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.
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title: Xiaomi imagines a smartphone that recharges thanks to solar energy

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Patent filings make it clean to get an idea of ??what the large smartphone producers are inquisitive about. Xiaomi imagined a device for the least exquisite.
Our smartphones have made appropriate development with recognize to the variety or velocity at which it's miles charging. It is although usually a necessary passage … But until whilst? The well-known website online LetsGoDigital has indeed spotted a patent filed by means of Xiaomi. It is mainly displaying a telephone that's able to fee with solar power. We discover a tool without borders whose studies element is protected with a photovoltaic surface. A very interesting concept that could recover a few battery with out even realizing it. But given the floor evoked, it might belong to wait for a full recharge. Especially for the reason that hardware could eventually heat up and it would be important that the rear element is directed towards the sun.
We also notice the presence of a twin photo sensor, quantity control buttons at the right edge, two speakers on the lowest and a USB Type-C. Of path. These are prevalent functions that are available use to focus on the solar panel.
SUN ORIENTED FUELED CELL PHONE
The concept of a sun oriented fueled cell cellphone is one-of-its-type and hasn’t been tested a lot by different cellular telephone producers. Be that because it May, Sun orientated telephone chargers as of now exist inside the marketplace. However, these have regulations on their ability. In addition to the reality that they take a greater drawn out time to absolutely charge a smartphone yet in addition simply work below direct daylight, which makes them pretty incapable. In any case, given that Xiaomi has a direction around trying different things with new innovation, we can rarely wait to peer its interpretation of solar based fueled cell telephones.
Along those strains, we’re anticipating that there’ll presumably be an in-display unique mark scanner, yet you in no way recognize. Going to the integrated sunlight based board, it sticks out fast and totally extends over the returned. It enabling the smartphone to charge itself utilizing sun based energy. This might definitely help with regarding the cellphone in a hurry by way of presenting it to daytime, without requiring an AC connector, or any type of related DC supply.
This kind of patent does now not necessarily mean that the Chinese giant gets right down to business. It in particular allows to “comfy” generation thoughts for subsequently take advantage of them. The concept is not totally new because the luxury brand Caviar had cut up an iPhone X shell equipped with similar technology. It changed into despite the fact that far from being low-cost because the whole price $ 4500. So we're much more likely to look a collapsible cellphone from the Chinese logo than this type model. Xiaomi had also released Xiaomi Redmi car, But the concept may want to properly resurface in the future years. If it’s as warm as in July, we can now not want to take out the charger!
This is certainly a huge step from Xiaomi to launch such telephones, and their achievement is guaranteed. Because the manner they were designing the telephones is certainly really worth praising. But fingers are crossed for this one.


title: H1is it necessary to protect your outdoor hvac unit during cold winter monthsh1

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As the chill of the colder months approaches, thoughts often shift to how best to protect outdoor appliances. The decision to shield them from the elements requires careful consideration, particularly regarding airflow blockage and potential threats like moisture. Proper preparation can extend the lifespan of such devices and contribute to their optimal functioning.
When contemplating winter prep strategies, one must weigh the benefits and drawbacks of different protective methods. While the intention might be to ward off harsh weather, improper coverings can inadvertently lead to issues such as moisture risk and airflow restrictions that impair performance. Diving into the details can shed light on the best practices for safeguarding valuable investments.
Understanding the Risks of Covering Your HVAC System
Choosing to place a protective shield over an exterior heating and cooling mechanism might seem advantageous. However, there are several moisture risks associated with this decision that could lead to unintended consequences. It’s crucial to consult https://aaronheat-ac.com/ for manufacturer-specific advice to ensure the longevity of the equipment.
The maintenance myth surrounding seasonal coverings suggests they are the ultimate solution for protection against harsh conditions. In reality, many systems are designed to withstand the elements without any extra barrier. Instead, covering may trap moisture, leading to rust prevention issues and potentially damaging components.
- Moisture build-up: Covers may create an environment conducive to dampness, increasing the risk of corrosion.
- Improper airflow: Lack of airflow can hinder the unit’s ability to function properly, causing long-term efficiency problems.
- Manufacturer recommendations: Always follow the advice from the equipment manufacturer regarding protection during the colder months.
- Winter prep: Focus on proper winter maintenance instead of relying solely on coverings to protect your system.
Considering the protection pros and cons is essential before deciding on any covering methods. Remember that proper care and regular maintenance can often outweigh any perceived benefits of using a cover during the cold months.
How to Properly Prepare Your HVAC Unit for Winter
Preparing an air conditioning system for the colder months involves several critical steps to ensure longevity and optimal performance. Following manufacturer advice is paramount, as different models may have specific requirements for winter weather. Begin by clearing debris such as leaves and branches around the equipment to maintain proper airflow and prevent airflow blockage. Ensuring that the area remains clean contributes to the efficiency of your system.
Proper maintenance is filled with myths, and one common misconception is that a unit cover is always necessary or helpful. In fact, while some advocate for protection pros and cons, covering can sometimes trap moisture leading to rust prevention issues. Regular inspection and service before the cold sets in can help identify potential problems, securing the functionality of the system throughout the season. Adequate winter prep relies on a combination of clearing debris, checking components, and ensuring that no moisture is trapped, which is vital for guarding against damage during freezing temperatures.
Alternatives to Covering Your HVAC Unit During Cold Months
Preparing for the cold season often brings up the question of whether or not to shield outdoor heating and cooling equipment. Instead of opting for a protective covering, some alternative methods can provide adequate safeguarding against harsh winter conditions. For those seeking informed choices, exploring alternative options can prove beneficial.
One approach involves ensuring proper airflow to prevent moisture buildup. Excess humidity can lead to rust issues, compromising the longevity of the equipment. Regular maintenance during the colder months is another important aspect, as neglecting tasks may perpetuate the maintenance myth that minimal attention is needed in winter. Establishing a routine check can help mitigate risks associated with airflow blockage and other seasonal challenges.
Another method for maintaining equipment integrity is focusing on rust prevention strategies. Utilizing rust-resistant coatings on vulnerable parts can fortify the system against environmental wear. Additionally, elevating the equipment slightly can create a certain level of isolation from snow accumulation while allowing for proper drainage.
Ultimately, understanding the protection pros and cons is essential to making informed decisions. By adopting a proactive stance on winter prep, it’s possible to keep heating and cooling systems in top shape without resorting to covers that might trap moisture and lead to other complications.


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PIFU saves 29,000 appointments in one year
Patient Initiated Follow Up (PIFU), an NHS England pilot that enables patients to book their follow-up appointments digitally, has avoided more than 29,000 unnecessary out-patients appointments in one year.
One year into the project, 31,862 patients with chronic conditions or who have had surgery or treatment, are on a PIFU pathway. Of these, 2,389 (7%) have booked an appointment, saving at least 29,473 appointments in one year, freeing appointments for those who need them most.
Routine follow-up appointments can be inconvenient, stressful and an unnecessary expense for patients. Through PIFU, they can decide if they need an appointment and request it via the DrDoctor app at a convenient date and time. Patients have welcomed the changes, with an average of 4.2/5 patient feedback rating.
Clinicians across 30 specialties can remotely monitor their patients on PIFU pathways. Infinity Health’s task management platform integrates with our Patient Administration System (PAS) to send assessment forms to appropriate patients at regular intervals decided by each specialty, and clinicians can efficiently review these and prioritise patients safely.
Patients who do not engage are identified to ensure that they are catered for, mitigating the clinical risk as no patients are lost to follow-up.
“Our partnership with Infinity Health and DrDoctor is already having a positive impact on patients and clinicians,” said Chris Cobb, Chief Operating Officer.
“Patients tell us that they feel in control of their condition and can communicate with their clinical teams more easily. We are working hard to ensure even more patients benefit from PIFU.”


title: Marketing case studies

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Welcome to OVYS Digital Presence and Web Design, your go-to resource for comprehensive marketing case studies. In this digital era, businesses are constantly adapting their marketing strategies to stay ahead of the competition. Our collection of case studies offers valuable insights into successful marketing tactics employed by various businesses across different industries.
The Importance of Marketing Case Studies
Marketing case studies provide real-world examples of how businesses have achieved their goals and overcome challenges through effective marketing campaigns. By studying these case studies, you can gain valuable knowledge and apply similar strategies to your own business.
Driving Results through Effective Marketing
In today's fast-paced digital landscape, businesses need to be proactive and creative when it comes to their marketing efforts. Our case studies uncover successful campaigns that have driven impressive results, including increased brand awareness, higher conversion rates, and improved customer engagement.
Case Study: Boosting Online Presence for a Retail Brand
One of our featured case studies showcases how our team at OVYS Digital Presence and Web Design helped a retail brand improve its online presence. By implementing a comprehensive SEO strategy and high-end copywriting techniques, we were able to outrank competitors and significantly increase organic website traffic. Through targeted content optimization and strategic keyword research, we achieved top rankings on relevant search engine results pages (SERPs).
The retail brand approached us with the challenge of low online visibility and an underperforming website. They were struggling to generate quality leads and compete effectively in the digital space.
Our team conducted a thorough website audit to identify areas for improvement. We then developed a customized marketing plan that included search engine optimization (SEO) strategies, content creation, and social media marketing. By leveraging our expertise in website development, we renovated their website to enhance user experience and improve search engine rankings.
After implementing the recommended strategies, the retail brand experienced a significant boost in organic search visibility. Their website traffic increased by 50%, resulting in a higher number of leads and improved conversions. They also noticed increased engagement on their social media platforms, further strengthening their online presence and brand recognition.
Case Study: Driving E-commerce Sales for a Fashion Startup
Another compelling case study demonstrates how our team helped a fashion startup achieve rapid growth in e-commerce sales. Through effective digital marketing strategies, we were able to position the brand as a leader in the competitive fashion industry, resulting in increased online sales and customer loyalty.
The fashion startup faced challenges in standing out among well-established competitors and gaining traction in the market. They needed a comprehensive marketing plan to boost their online visibility and drive sales.
We conducted extensive market research to identify target customers and key industry trends. Based on our findings, we devised a multi-channel marketing campaign that incorporated search engine marketing (SEM), social media advertising, influencer collaborations, and email marketing. By leveraging the power of persuasive copywriting and visually engaging content, we attracted a wider audience and increased brand recognition.
The fashion startup experienced a staggering 150% growth in e-commerce sales within six months of implementing our marketing strategies. Their brand became synonymous with quality and style, attracting a loyal customer base and generating repeat purchases. The success of this campaign significantly outperformed their initial goals and solidified their position in the fashion industry.
At OVYS Digital Presence and Web Design, we understand the importance of staying ahead in the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape. Our marketing case studies provide actionable insights and inspiration to drive your own marketing success. By implementing strategies proven to deliver results, you can elevate your business and surpass competitors. Contact us today to discuss how our expertise can help transform your marketing efforts.


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December 5th, 2010 in English Grammar
Two word verbs
A number of English verbs can be followed by prepositions or adverb particles.
Some verbs and prepositions / particles are regularly used together. Examples are: look at, listen to, sit down, stand up, turn off, put off, switch off etc. These combinations are like two-word verbs and are often called phrasal verbs. Note that in many cases the meaning of a two-word verb is different from the meanings of the two parts taken separately.
He didn’t turn up. (= He didn’t come.)
Here the phrasal verb turn up does not mean the same as turn + up.
Verbs with prepositions and particles together
Some verbs can be followed by both a preposition and an adverb particle.
I can’t get on with her.
Word order with objects
Prepositions normally go before objects.
He fell off the ladder. (NOT He fell the ladder off.)
Adverb particles can go before or after noun objects.
Can you switch off the light? OR Can you switch the light off?
If the object is a pronoun, the particle goes after it.
Can you switch it off? NOT Can you switch off it?
Give me my watch back. OR Give me back my watch. (NOT Give back me my watch.) The adverb particle cannot come before a pronoun object.
A preposition that comes at the end of a clause is usually unstressed.
They were ‘called on. (Preposition)
An adverb particle that comes at the end of a clause is usually stressed.
They were called ‘up. (Adverb particle)


title: June is definately my month

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This week is the Utah Shop Hop. I won't make it to all the stores so I'm going to be checking Kim's blog for updates. She's having a Utah Shop Hop give-away so check out her blog. She's a member of my local quilt group and makes fabulous quilts.
I quilted a baby quilt for my friend Ashley earlier in the month. I enjoyed free motion quilting it and it was her first quilt she ever made so I felt really honored to help her with it. Anyway she made me a cute present. Ashley - you don't need to do anything! I'm happy to help you, and your mom too for that matter!!! Seriously.
Ashley made me the cutest M for my sewing room. Ashley is a perfectionist and everything she does is really done well. The M is so cute and its red distressed on the edges. I love it. I have placed it in different spots in the room and haven't hung it yet. I want to put it in the perfect place.
I'm not sure how I happened to find Eileen's blog months ago but I'm certainly glad I did. She lives in Ohio but we have so much in common and we have become friends. Eileen knows I love vintage fabric and feed sacks and she suggested we do a little exchange. We decided on a larger charm square/layer cake size for the exchange. She hasn't received mine yet but I have received hers!
Let me just say that I don't think my end of our exchange measures up in any way to Eileens! All her fabric is so lovely. I have spread it out several times to look at it and admire it. I just enjoy the vintage fabric so so much. I'm not sure I can bear to cut it, but since it is meant to use I will carefully choose pieces to use in future projects. I guess thats one reason I love scrap quilts so much because I can put bits of important fabric here and there in each of those quilts.
I adore it all, I don't know how I could choose a favorite piece. There were also 2 little fabric books to make. So darling!
These are some of the feed sack squares she sent. Her fabric is in such better shape than some of my pieces. She sent me 2 kitchen fabrics that I had small pieces of in different colorways. And those 2 just happen to be some of my favorites in my own stash so it was extra fun to get them in other colors. They will be front and center in my next kitchen quilt.
Eileen wrote sweet little notes explaining things about the fabric. They were so fun to read. Some of it she soaked and ironed with care! Thank you Eileen.
This is the fabric I sent to Eileen. I also sent her some of my Japanese stash in squares, too. This was such a fun way to share my stash and enjoy expanding my assortment. It was a great idea. Again, Thanks Eileen.
A bit ago I got an assortment of scraps from a Japanese vendor. Some of them are quite small and some are similar in size to the exchange with Eileen.
They will be fun to use in projects eventually, too. But for now they are added to my scrap box.
I know I complain about time a lot but, if only I could clone myself so I have lots of time to sew my list of projects. Anyone that could help me with that, I'd sure appreciate it.


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The Rye Arts Center Celebrates Arts, Self-Expression, and Community at Studio 51
The Rye Arts Center’s annual benefit, Studio 51, lit up The Capitol Theatre on May 15, drawing over 300 guests and raising over $320,000. All net proceeds will support The Rye Arts Center’s mission to provide accessible, high-quality arts education and programming to the community.
“The arts are not optional; they are essential. Essential to our very core. Throughout communities, the arts uplift, energize and heal.” Said Adam Levi, Rye Arts Center Executive Director and one of the night’s honorees. “There is a full-on assault currently happening to the arts landscape across our country. Funding for museums, galleries, and arts centers like ours is rapidly disappearing, leaving an uncertain future for so many. This is why the support of our community is so critical in this moment.”
Inspired by the glamour of Studio 54, the evening blended music, art, and unfiltered creativity into one unforgettable celebration. Guests were welcomed with a vibrant cocktail hour featuring signature cocktails, delicious bites by Marcia Selden Catering, and a retro-cool DJ set. The iconic Capitol Theatre was transformed with glamorous lounges, swanky lighting, and a packed dance floor. It even featured a curated gallery showcasing original works by local artists connected to The Rye Arts Center.
The energy peaked during a spirited live auction hosted by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Kyle Brandt. Guests waved fiber optic glow wands—replacing traditional paddles—for a twist worthy of the venue. With enthusiastic bidding and playful competition, the auction became one of the night’s most talked-about highlights, featuring exclusive experiences and one-of-a-kind items.
“It’s wonderful to see how deeply the Rye Arts Center connects with our community, spanning generations and diverse interests. The fundraiser brought everyone together to support our shared passion for the arts,” said Event Co-Chairs Whitney Whipple and Leah Rapoport.
The celebration continued with immersive décor, live music, and a heartfelt awards ceremony. Honored for his 25 years of visionary leadership, Executive Director Adam Levi was recognized alongside longtime supporters Laurie & Rob Platek and Rob & Nicole Weber. Acclaimed painter Jill Parry received the Visionary Artist Award—only the second artist ever to be honored.
“Studio 51 wasn’t just a fundraiser; it was an expression of tremendous community support for our beloved Arts Center – for what it is today and what it will be in the future”, said Board President Tom Stokes.
The night concluded with a high-octane dance party as Rubix Kube, the ultimate ’80s tribute band, transformed The Capitol Theatre into a neon-lit time machine.
The Rye Arts Center had the support of a record number of sponsors for this event, including lead sponsors; Andrew Belluscio of A&M Management & Construction, longtime supporter Fiona Dogan, Consigli Construction, Julia B Fee, Ryemarkable Moms, Carpet Trends, Smart Playrooms, and MKDA. Another six local businesses contributed as “Friends of the Arts” Sponsors, including The Osbourne, Langan, Rye Ballet Conservatory, Landsberg Jewelers, Kings Capitol Construction, and Patti Neave of Compass’s April, May, June team.
For more information or to donate, visit www.ryeartscenter.org.


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I had the chance to interview Daniel Barber, CEO and Co-founder of DataGrail. DataGrail is a purpose-built privacy management platform that ensures sustained compliance with the GDPR, CCPA, and forthcoming regulations. Their customers span a variety of industries and include Databricks, Plexus Worldwide, TRI Pointe Homes, Outreach, Intercom, and SaaStr. Daniel and I spoke about the lessons […]
It is sad to say goodbye to ConcurringOpinions.com, a law professor blog I co-founded in 2005. The blog began when a group of us (Dave Hoffman, Kaimi Wenger, Nate Oman, and me) who were blogging at PrawfsBlawg decided we wanted more autonomy in blog governance, so we founded Concurring Opinions. Over the years, we added […]
On December 4, 2018, New York Attorney General Barbara D. Underwood announced a $4.95 million settlement with Oath, Inc. (formerly known as AOL), for violating the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). This is the largest penalty in a COPPA enforcement case in U.S. history.
The EDPB (European Data Protection Board) was created by the EU Data Protection Directive in 1996. Its purpose is to provide advice, opinions, and guidance about data protection. The EDPB (European Data Protection Board) is composed of a representative from each EU member state. Below are some of the most important guidelines to be issued […]
Happy Halloween! I hope you enjoy this privacy cartoon about Halloween and Big Data.
One of the biggest challenges for organizations is locating all the personal data they have. This task must be done, however, to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other privacy laws. Moreover, the GDPR and the new California Consumer Privacy Act provide that individuals have rights regarding their data. These rights often […]
The U.S. Supreme Court has been notoriously slow to tackle new technology. In 2002, Blackberry launched its first smart phone. On June 29, 2007, Steve Jobs announced the launch of the original Apple iPhone. But it took the Supreme Court until 2014 to decide a case involving the Fourth Amendment and smart phones – Riley […]
In recent years, there have been tremendous advances in artificial intelligence (AI). These rapid technological advances are raising a myriad of ethical issues, and much work remains to be done in thinking through all of these ethical issues. I am delighted to be interviewing Kurt Long about the topic of AI. Long is the creator and CEO […]
Blockchain is taking the world by storm. I am delighted to have the opportunity to interview Steve Shillingford, Founder and CEO of Anonyome Labs, a consumer privacy software company. Steve was previously at Oracle and Novell, then was President of Solera Networks before founding Anonyome. Steve speaks and writes extensively on identity management, cybersecurity, privacy, and […]
This cartoon is about consent under the GDPR. Under the GDPR Article 6, consent is one of the six lawful bases to process personal data. Article 7 provides further guidance about consent, including the data subject’s right to withdraw consent. The meaning of what “consent” requires is most thoroughly stated in Recital 32: Consent should […]


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GenStorm (“An integrated approach to visualize and model the spatial conformation of genes at the nanoscale level”), led by Pablo Daniel Dans (IRB Barcelona) and Marie Victoire Neguembor (CRG) is one of this projects.
The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology has awarded three outstanding multidisciplinary projects within the BIST Community with grants to continue the projects they began developing through the Ignite Programme’s first phase in 2017.
The projects were chosen from the eight that were awarded at “BIST Ignite” grant during the first phase at the beginning of 2017. The winners of this second phase contribute significantly to the scientific landscape: the design of an innovative retinal prosthesis, a new methodology to study and model the organization and functions of genes in the cell nucleus, and the characterization of new catalysts that allow separation of oxygen and hydrogen from water.
For more information: BIST
About IRB Barcelona
The Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona) pursues a society free of disease. To this end, it conducts multidisciplinary research of excellence to cure cancer and other diseases linked to ageing. It establishes technology transfer agreements with the pharmaceutical industry and major hospitals to bring research results closer to society, and organises a range of science outreach activities to engage the public in an open dialogue. IRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 400 researchers and more than 30 nationalities. Recognised as a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence since 2011, IRB Barcelona is a CERCA centre and member of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST).


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I do not collect, share or sell personal information.
My underlying privacy principle is the Golden Rule.
Send a quick mail if you have questions.
Details about senstive permissions can be found below.
In general, SD Maid only processes data locally, on your device. Two edge cases exist:
- If you record a debug log, the resulting file will contain a detailed log of SD Maids actions.
- If you enable automatic error reports and an error occurs, the resulting bug report may contain information about what SD Maid did shortly before the error occured.
Query installed apps
SD Maid has multiple features that require the QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES
permission allows SD Maid to retrieve the inventory of installed apps, i.e. know which apps you currently have installed on your device.
Information about your installed apps is only processed locally on your device.
Features that use this permission:
- “CorpseFinder” can show you which files belong to uninstalled applications. To do this SD Maid needs to know which applications are currently installed.
- “StorageAnalyzer” shows how much space different apps occupy on each of your storage devices (built-in, removable sdcard and mass storage devices). Results are divided into “app files”, “user files” and “system data”. SD Maid needs to know which apps you have installed to be able to interpret the results correctly.
- “AppCleaner” suggests files that can be deleted to gain more storage space. Each suggested file belongs to an installed app this requires knowing all installed apps.
- “AppControl” offers a searchable and filterable list of apps on your device. Depending your device, various actions are available per app, as well as batch operations on multiple apps.
- “SystemCleaner” searches the device based on user supplied criteria. One criteria can be to find APKs which are already installed. To determine if an APK is already installed, SD Maid needs to which apps are currently installed on your device.
SD Maid contains optional features that utilize Android’s AccessibilityService API to automate tedious actions. Usage of the AccessibilityService API is optional, opt-in and can be disabled at any time. SD Maid does not use the AccessibilityService API to collect or send or information.
Message of the day
SD Maid contains a “Message of the day” (MOTD) system that can show the user one-time dismissable messages. Data for the messages is hosted on GitHub within SD Maid’s respository. SD Maid sends HTTP GET requests (similar to visiting a link with a web browser) to GitHub’s servers to check for new MOTDs. A GitHub account is not required.
The MOTD check is optional and can be disabled during onboarding or in the settings.
build flavor (i.e. not the Google Play version) of SD Maid includes an “update check” mechanism that can show a card on the dashboard if a newer version is available.
SD Maid sends HTTP requests to GitHub`s servers to retrieve the latest release information. A GitHub account is not required.
The update check is optional and can be disabled during onboarding or in the settings.
The app has a debug log feature that can be used to assist troubleshooting efforts. This feature creates a log file that contains verbose output of what the app is doing.
It is manually triggered by the user through an option in the app settings. The recorded log file can be shared through compatible apps (e.g. your email app) using the system’s share dialog. As this log file may contain sensitive information (e.g. details about files or your installed applications) it should only be shared with trusted parties.


title: How can doctors avoid wrong site surgical errors

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Imagine going in for an operation on one part of your body, only to find the doctors operated on a different one instead. This is not the stuff of horror novels, but something that happens every year to unsuspecting patients who entrust themselves to the care of a medical team.
Wrong-site surgery should never happen. It’s what the medical industry terms a never event – a mistake so bad and so avoidable that it should never occur. Here are what surgical teams can and should be doing to prevent this:
1. Marking the patient
A simple marker pen can play a massive role in patient safety. Someone in the team can mark the body part to be operated on, giving everyone else a visual check. If one of the team sees the left knee marked but is under the impression they are going to operate on the right knee, they must speak up. Systems have been developed as to how best to mark a patient to avoid confusion.
2. Opening the door to questions
Having an atmosphere where the surgeon is regarded as the ultimate authority, never to be challenged, is conducive to mistakes. So is one where someone is too afraid to speak up or ask a question for fear of being shouted at or ridiculed. Hospital managers must ensure that those in charge of the surgical teams foster the right atmosphere.
3. Using a “time-out”
A time-out is essential to ensure everyone knows what will happen. Someone in the patient’s care team needs to be tasked with ensuring everyone pays attention during this and surgery and calls them out if they are not. Medical staff are prone to distraction just like anyone, but with so much at stake, it needs to be corrected immediately.
If you or a loved one has been the victim of wrong site surgery, learning more about what went wrong can help you seek the compensation you deserve.


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European banking credit: financially sound?
We review the European credit universe and ask why is it that financial credit spreads are so tight relative to non-financials?
No investor can study the credit universe without paying close attention to the financial sector – and more specifically – banks. While their importance as an overall percentage of the European corporate bond index has fluctuated over the years, banks continue to be the largest sector in the index. Standing at 30% currently, the banking sector is still some way off its 2010 peak of around 45% as other constituents of the index have grown, most notably real estate and healthcare. Potential reasons behind an increase in these sector weightings are discussed in an earlier blog.
Banking fundamentals are currently strong. A rebound in profitability from the days of the low (and negative) interest rate environment, driven by higher rates (and a subsequent increase in net interest margins for banks) has been one factor. Repaired balance sheets and positive momentum in credit rating upgrades are often cited as others.
Quality will out?
That said, the banking sector is not a homogeneous unit. Quality varies greatly, and so it’s important to be selective. The favourable macroeconomic backdrop has been a powerful tailwind for banks, both large and small. But, we believe, the credit of regional banks has risen to a point where valuations are increasingly rich relative to their fundamentals. That said, we think M&A opportunities still exist in the sector following the strong share price performance of some acquiring banks.
On the whole, we prefer well-diversified and well-capitalised first tier banks. Geographically, we favour Italian and Spanish banks, some of which have been the subject of credit rating upgrades. Relative to their German counterparts, they also typically hold a much lower percentage of commercial real estate debt.
Where do we stand?
Despite the strong rally seen in bank credit, we remain comfortable with our holdings but prefer to focus on quality names within the sector. Overall, we have reduced our overweight position to neutral at the time of writing, as a result of our belief that the spread compression of financials relative to non-financials has provided an opportunity to take profits. The health of banks, almost 15 months on from the mini-banking crisis and the fall of Credit Suisse*, reinforces our long-held belief that the fall of Credit Suisse* was more of an idiosyncratic event rather than the beginning of a systemic one.
Implications for investors
As investors, we always look for potential risks. Banks, as we know, are highly correlated to interest rates and changes in the macroeconomic environment. These could come in the form of lower European interest rates which will inevitably impact banking profitability. If Europe starts to go into a deep recession that further begs the question: have we reached peak bank profitability?
From a bottom-up perspective, a most recent feature of the sector has been the increase in M&A activity, such as BBVA’s* proposed bid for Banco Sabadell*. While we believe there is continued scope for synergies and consolidation, our view is that cross-border M&A will likely remain difficult.
*For illustrative purposes only. Reference to a particular security is on a historic basis and does not mean that the security is currently held or will be held within an LGIM portfolio. The above information does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any security.
Source: Bloomberg as at 29 May 2024.
Source: EBA, Reuters as at 11 March 2024.
June 2024.


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We are happy to announce the next talk in the Phonology Colloquium by Janne Lorenzen (Köln University)
Title: Exploring individual variability in prominence production
Date: Wednesday, 02.11.2022
Location: in person on campus IG 4.301 (if necessary, we will stream the talk via Zoom)
If you are registered in Olat you’ll find the Zoom link there. If you want to participate via Zoom, please register via email to Alina Gregori: gregori AT lingua.uni-frankfurt.de
Prosodic prominence is known to be multifaceted, encompassing a variety of cues related to timing, spectral properties and the F0 contour (Baumann & Winter 2018, Roessig et al 2022). It is therefore a reasonable assumption that speakers differ in which of these cues they prioritize in their prominence production. This has been shown to be true, for example, in the case of focus-marking (Cangemi et al. 2015).
In this talk, I will present an exploratory analysis of inter-speaker variability in the prosodic encoding of information status in German, looking at several prominence cues such as duration, tonal onglide and pitch accent type. Results will show how and to what extent speakers vary in their production of prosodic prominence, whether they exploit the full range of available cues or reduce this redundancy by focusing only on select cues. I will also show that some speakers prioritize the same cues, thus forming clusters of, for example, f0-driven or duration-driven speakers.
Throughout the talk, I will touch upon methodological challenges in investigating individual differences and discuss reasons for and against going beyond group averages in prosodic analyses.


title: Gas fireplace vented inserts

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For a lot of years vent free gas fireplace logs had limited alternative but as more consumers realized the simplicity as well as savings of building a fireplace without developing a chimney through each floor of the house to attain the roof fireplace log design choices have multiplied. A vented gas log fireplace gives immediate warmth and convenience from the cold.
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Gas fireplace logs come as either vented or ventless–make sure you try using the appropriate kind for your fireplace. Many types of "wood" are actually available with detailed hand-painted designs as well as alternative fuel fireplaces with crushed cup, geo-metric shapes and river rocks are starting to be hot.
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Go on an adventurous journey through the history of time with the National War Museum in Valletta, Malta!
Malta is famous for its rich history dating all the way back to seven thousand years ago. The National War Museum Malta covers a very interesting part of it featuring prehistoric stages of the country’s development and island’s role in both World Wars. With well laid out educational and interactive audio and video displays, the museum is known as a great attraction for the whole family.
The National War Museum is found at Fort Saint Elmo – a star fort in Valletta famous for its important role in defence during the Great Siege of Malta in 1565. The museum opened in 1975 and was newly refurbished only a couple of years ago. Presented in the army barracks, which once served as a police station as well as an air raid precautions centre during the war, the grounds of the museum give a special historic feeling and compliments the exhibition well.
The museum provides an in-depth history presentation starting from the conflicts between the Knights of Saint John and the Ottoman Empire to the present day of Malta. You will find many photographic canvases portraying the damages that were done to the infrastructure of the islands and the struggles that the Maltese people had to go through to get the island back to its former state after the bombings experienced during the World War ll. In recognition of the Maltese bravery during this difficult time of war, the island’s population was appointed the George Cross – probably the most valued artefact found in the museum. You will also find an appreciation display dedicated to the bravery of the Maltese people, an exhibition describing Maltese journey to becoming independent, celebrating its Freedom Day and joining the European Union in 2004.


title: Privacy advocates win with biometric mobile device ruling

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A recent court ruling handed privacy advocates a big, and much needed win. Prior to the ruling, law enforcement officials were in the habit of compelling "persons of interest" to unlock their phones via their face scan or fingerprint so that investigators could examine it.
A US judge has now ruled that this is unacceptable, even in cases where there is a warrant in play.
The judge's ruling deemed that such actions were a violation of a person's Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination. That builds on earlier rulings that established a person cannot be compelled to hand over the passcode to unlock their phone. This expands upon that line of thinking, providing the same protection for biometric security measures.
It's a sensible ruling, even if it complicates things a bit for law enforcement. It is unquestionably a victory that has lifted the spirits of privacy advocates and watchdog groups. Having said that, the victory is likely only a temporary one, as the ruling will no doubt be challenged by future cases as they make their way through the justice system.
The judge who made the ruling mentioned that our technology is outpacing the law, and this is not an idle statement. He's absolutely correct, and that simple fact has left law enforcement agencies in the unhappy position of making it up as they go.
There are no simple solutions here. Sadly, more often than not, individual privacy is sacrificed in the name of the public good. At some point, however, one has to imagine that there's a line. We are likely to be wrestling with exactly where that line is for quite some time to come. Meanwhile, privacy activists do have reason to cheer, and that's good news for everyone.


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Sheepskin is a natural material obtained from sheep, and while it is generally resilient, it is not advisable to get it excessively wet.
If a sheepskin chair gets wet, it can lead to some issues:
1. Damage to the Sheepskin: Excessive moisture can cause the sheepskin to shrink, become stiff, or lose its softness and natural texture.
This could ruin the chair's appearance and comfort.
2. Odor and Mold: If the sheepskin remains damp for an extended period, it may develop an unpleasant odor due to bacterial growth.
Additionally, mold and mildew could form on the sheepskin, potentially causing health issues and further damaging the material.
3. Staining: Water can cause stains on the sheepskin, especially if the water is dirty or contains substances that can discolor the material.
Color Fading: In some cases, prolonged exposure to water or sunlight might cause the sheepskin's color to fade.
If you accidentally spill a small amount of water on the sheepskin chair, you should promptly blot the moisture with a dry cloth or towel.
Avoid rubbing the wet area, as that can further damage the sheepskin fibers.
Then, allow the chair to air dry in a well-ventilated area away from direct heat sources or sunlight.
To protect your sheepskin chair from potential spills and stains, consider using a sheepskin spray or protective sealant designed for such materials.
These products can provide a degree of water resistance and make the chair easier to clean.
Overall, it's best to prevent the sheepskin chair from getting wet whenever possible to maintain its appearance and longevity.
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title: Openpgpjs library flaw

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A critical vulnerability in the widely used OpenPGP.js library has been discovered that allows attackers to spoof message signatures, potentially compromising the integrity of encrypted communications across numerous web-based email clients.
The security flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-47934, affects OpenPGP.js versions 5.0.1 through 5.11.2 and 6.0.0-alpha.0 through 6.1.0. The vulnerability enables attackers to manipulate signed messages in a way that causes signature verification functions to return valid results while displaying entirely different content than what was originally signed.
Researchers from Codean Labs, Edoardo Geraci and Thomas Rinsma, discovered that maliciously modified messages passed to openpgp.verify()
functions can bypass signature verification. The attack works by exploiting how the library parses packet lists in OpenPGP messages.
The vulnerability stems from improper handling of compressed data packets within message structures. Attackers can append a malicious compressed data packet containing arbitrary content to a legitimately signed message. When processed, the library verifies the signature against the original content but returns the attacker's malicious data to the user.
"A maliciously modified message can be passed to either openpgp.verify
, causing these functions to return a valid signature verification result while returning data that was not actually signed," according to the security advisory.
Impact and Affected Systems
This vulnerability poses significant risks to applications relying on OpenPGP.js for message integrity verification, including popular encrypted email clients like Proton Mail and Mailvelope. Both inline signed messages and signed-and-encrypted messages are vulnerable to spoofing attacks.
The OpenPGP.js development team has released patches in versions 5.11.3 and 6.1.1. Users are strongly advised to update immediately. For those unable to update, workarounds involve manually extracting and verifying signatures as detached signatures or performing decryption and verification in separate steps.


title: Drug misuse

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Do you know of someone who misuses drugs? Do you know why they do that? People misuse drugs for different reasons. Different factors contribute to drug misuse. The factors can be physiological, social, biological or psychological.
The family history of a person can make them vulnerable to abusing and misusing drugs and substances. Social factors that can lead to misuse and abuse of drugs include easily available drugs and peer pressure.
Drug misuse can be a result of physiological changes once a person starts using the drugs heavily. The body will always want the person to use the drug as they have already made it a habit. Such people become physically dependent and they have to always use the drugs to avoid experiencing withdrawal symptoms.
While alcoholism is said to run in families, not all children from drunkard families become addicts. Some psychologists at one point went to the extent of debating on whether alcoholism is genetic. Currently, they are in the process of identifying a gene responsible for alcoholism.
However, there are some researchers that say whenever a child sees the parent taking alcohol to overcome stress, the child might do the same thing whenever they want to overcome stress. There are genes that influence the way a person responds to alcohol. Such genes are said to be partly responsible for a child developing alcoholism.
According to more research, drug and substance addicts are likely to have a psychological and emotional difficulty or have a mental health condition. The researchers advise men addicts to take part in the different men programs available. Women too, are advised to inquire about the programs offered for women to curb the addiction.
Almost all alcohol addicts with mental health problems have a problem with dealing with alcohol or drugs at some point in life. On such occasions, the addicts use the alcohol or drugs for meditation and end up questioning themselves.
There are people who use alcohol or drugs as a way of coping with events, memories or experiences that overwhelm their emotions. Some might have the right and adequate strategies to cope with the problem but all addicts use drugs for gratification purposes and those using alcohol mainly use it as a second option of dealing with the issues they have.
In the long term, reliance and dependency on alcohol and drugs will have an effect on both the psychological and emotional functions of the body. To some, even the physical body is damaged.
Addicts should visit therapists whenever they realize they have become addicts or dependent on any drugs. The therapist will help you set long term goals which will help you get rid of guilt, be responsible for your actions and accept it and even damaged any broken relationships.
Therapy helps people dependent on alcohol and drugs to overcome addiction and start a new leaf in life. When going for therapy, addicts should ensure they are consistent and always do what they are told. Therapy is long term and quitting should never be an option.


title: Should klarna ipo remain on watch list after sharp increase in q1 loss

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Klarna is in focus this morning after reporting a rather steep year-on-year increase in its quarterly loss to $99 million.
In Q1 of last year, the financial technology company had lost $47 million.
Klarna’s first-quarter update arrives shortly after the buy now, pay later firm hit pause on its plans of going public in the US.
Its highly anticipated IPO was once expected to fetch a valuation of as much as $15 billion.
That said, the SoftBank-backed name remains committed to its US initial public offering, and its sharply higher-than-last year’s quarterly loss shouldn’t discourage investors from participating in the upcoming offering.
Let’s explore why.
Why Klarna’s Q1 loss is not a big deal
Klarna saw its loss more than double on a year-over-year basis in the first quarter.
However, much of its Q1 weakness was related to one-off costs only.
These included depreciation, share-based payments, and the recent restructuring – none of which signal ongoing operational challenges.
So, it’s fair to assume that Klarna’s inflated loss will likely prove temporary only, while the long-term financial health of the BNPL giant remains sound in 2025.
Additionally, investors should keep Klarna’s upcoming IPO on their watch list also because the fintech continues to grow its revenue by double-digit percentages amidst a volatile macroeconomic backdrop.
In Q1, Klarna saw its revenue pop by another 13% on a year-on-year basis to $701 million, further substantiating the narrative that its long-term stature remains upright.
Klarna continues to grow its user and merchant base
Also, a positive that came out of Klarna’s first-quarter update this morning was the pace at which it’s onboarding new users.
The buy now, pay later specialist ended its Q1 with 100 million active users while the number of merchants on its network globally grew to 724,000.
Klarna now has operations across 26 countries.
Another reason that could drive investors to Klarna stock once it goes live in the US is its swing to an adjusted profit of about $3 million in the first quarter, up sharply from a loss of $2 million a year ago.
“While we continue to see broad-based adoption of our commerce network, Klarna remains well-positioned to adapt swiftly if required,” the BNPL company said in its press release today.
Should you invest in Klarna’s US IPO in 2025?
Despite market turbulence stemming from the Trump administration’s tariff measures imposed broadly in early April, recent IPOs such as CoreWeave and eToro suggest that investor appetite for new listings has returned in 2025.
In that context, Klarna appears well-positioned to deliver a similarly high-profile debut.
The buy-now-pay-later firm has reported strong revenue growth and an expanding user base, while also leveraging artificial intelligence to streamline operations, cutting its workforce by about 40% this year.
These factors could help position Klarna’s IPO as another potential blockbuster.
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