title: About

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Cochrane Lions Minor Football Association is a Not-For-Profit Society.
The objectives of the Society are:
To provide an organization to coordinate and operate football programs for youth aged 7 to 15 and to provide teams to play in the Calgary Atom Football Association, in the Calgary Pee Wee Football Association and in the Calgary Bantam Football Association.
The Society’s Mandate is to ensure the long-term stability, viability and success of the football programs and orderly succession of Coaches, Members, Officers and Directors for the football programs.
The Lions program currently has 1 Atom team in the Calgary and Area Atom Association, 1 Peewee team in the Calgary and Area Peewee Association, a Bantam team in the Calgary Bantam Football Association and a Midget team in the Calgary and Area Midget Association.
These programs provide approximately 120 players from the Cochrane area an opportunity to play organized full contact football.
The Cochrane Lions Football programs draw players from Cochrane and Surrounding Area. If you live outside of Cochrane but in the surrounding area, you are eligible to play football for us.
The Lions program stresses football fundamentals, good attitude and a team mentality. Many of our coaches have played high school and university football and bring a wealth of experience to the field.
Players from our past teams have pursued football and gone on to play at the high school, junior, university and CFL levels.
Society Bylaws can be found here.
If you have any questions or concerns please email us at firstname.lastname@example.org


tier: cub

shelf: home-craft

title: Our top 5 local dishes

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Discover Aruba in a different way by eating local dishes! Aruba is just a small Caribbean Island but can offer you a real culinary delight during your stay. It's cuisine is influenced by South America, The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, the other Caribbean islands and has therefore some fascinating, delectable flavors. Curious how our locals like to eat? These are our Top 5 local dishes.
This dish is typically made by Aruban families during the Christmas season. Each family has their own secret recipe. Although you will probably not find two families using the exact same recipe, in general ayaca consists of steamed meat in a cornmeal dough, folded into a banana leaf and boiled for about an hour. It's prepared with many different ingredients such as spices, prunes, raisins, olives, pickles, cashews, other dried fruits, piccalilli and pearl onions. This results in a unique blend of flavors and made to bring families together. For you to taste, there are several restaurants that serve it all year round. It's one of the kitchen specials at Papiamento Restaurant, 5 car minutes from Sunset.
2. Pan bati
A famous Aruban side dish is the pan bati. It means 'smashed bread' which refers to it's flat shape. It's slightly sweet and fluffy, made with corn meal and flour. Compared to an American pancake, it is denser and less sweet. Despite this bread's strong resemblance to a pancake, locals mostly eat it with savory meals like stews and soups. It’s also delicious on its own, deep fried and covered in melted Dutch cheese or prepared as a sweet treat with sugar and other sweet fillings. To enjoy a tasty pan bati we recommend Wacky Wahoo's in Noord.
Funchi is Aruba’s version of polenta. It is a thick, cornmeal porridge, traditionally served as a side dish to rich stews and fish platters. The cornmeal is cooked in boiling water and stirred with a wooden spoon until thick and stiff. Once cooked it is scooped from the kettle with a little, wooden calabas, and placed on individual plates. The funchi porridge can also be cooled, cut into flat slices, fried light golden brown as a crispy variation and topped with melted cheese. A delicious funchi can be ordered at The West Deck in Oranjestad.
This crescent-shaped pastry is often referred to as the national snack of Aruba. Pastechi is a deep-fried pastry pocket stuffed with a variety of ingredients. The classic pastechi is filled with cheese and then deep fried to perfection. However, you will also find them filled with ham, beef, chicken, vegetables, or tuna. These half-moon shaped pastries are a popular treat for locals to have as breakfast on the go. You will find people lining up at their favorite take-out spot before the workday begins. Pastechis can be found throughout the island at grocery stores, convenience stores, snack bars and are an important part of the local culture. A very tasteful pastechi can be bought at Huchada Bakery in Santa Cruz.
5. Keshi yena
Another must try on the island is the traditional keshi yena. It translates to “stuffed cheese" and that is what it basically is: a large portion of cheese, hollowed out and stuffed with spiced meat. Nowadays, cooks choose to conveniently create this Aruban dish by lining up a casserole with slices of cheese and filling it with spiced meat and other ingredients like onion, tomato, green pepper, olives, capers, raisins, and piccalilli. Try keshi yena at Bistro de Suikertuin in Oranjestad and you won't be disappointed.
Last tip: Not sure where to go for local dishes? We also wrote a blog about our top 5 restaurants who serve amazing food and offer a great local atmosphere!


shelf: history-culture

title: Cantoras

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We in the North Atlantic tend not to think much about Uruguay. It is a small country, maybe the size of Washington state, nuzzled between Argentina and Brazil. When we do think of it, it is a place of liberalism, a Hispanophone New Zealand, with legal marijuana, same-sex marriage and a president who lived in his own home, because he found the presidential residence too boisterous.
Yet Uruguay was a dictatorship fairly recently, from 1973 to 1985. It is the legacy of that dictatorship Carolina de Robertis probes in her novel Cantoras, focusing on one particular social group to which she herself belongs.
“Cantora” is Spanish for female singer. During Uruguay’s dictatorship, the word acquired a hidden meaning: a lesbian. De Robertis, lesbian herself, has chosen five queer women of this period as her protagonists. The author has talked in interviews about how there are vanishingly few queer voices from the era, and that she hoped to give them a voice in this novel.
Like many marginalized peoples during periods of great oppression, de Robertis’ five attempt to flee the patriarchal world of the dictatorship by scrounging up money to buy a hut on the beaches of Cabo Polonio, a desolate yet cozy place on Uruguay’s eastern coast. It is through the tempests of their lives that they flee to this hut, to live and to love free from the constraints of men and military rule. Their lives are vividly rendered, going through such experiences, including sojourns to Argentina and Brazil. There is deep tragedy, and deep longing, but also great joy, for the oppressed will always find occasion for joy even in the worst of times.
As a straight man, I may not be de Robertis’ target audience. But I keep coming back to her books (this is her third novel I’ve read) for two reasons. The first is her characterization, which I’ve discussed. The second is her prose, which is perhaps the most spellbinding I have had the pleasure of reading. As a writer, a reader and a lover of the English language, I cannot quite put into words the effect her prose has on me, but it is enrapturing.
Cantoras as a novel is both very specific and profoundly universal. It is specifically about the humanity and the plight of lesbians in Uruguay during the dictatorship. It is universally about how people triumph in the face of adversity. It is an astounding novel, and I hope everyone who comes across this review will take the time to read it. It’s well worth it.


tier: polar

shelf: civic-law

title: The safe home abbeville

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is your Safe Place.
(2)Domestic violence is when one person in a relationship purposely hurts another person physically or emotionally. People of all races, education levels and ages experience domestic abuse. In the United States, more than 5 million women are abused by an intimate partner each year.
Domestic violence is about power and control, not love and respect. It’s about manipulation, intimidation and isolation. The abuse can take many forms, including emotional, physical, financial, sexual and using children.
It is important to remember that you cannot rescue a friend or loved one from an abusive relationship — they have to help themselves. Listen without judging and support them no matter what, because it may take many conversations before your loved one decides to leave or make a change. In the meantime, continue to make the time to listen, offer help and build their confidence.
If someone you care about is being abused, remember that victims still love their partners and hope that they will change. They may feel too embarrassed to leave, because of their place in the community or because they have the same friends. And they may stay out of fear of what might happen, as abusers often retaliate at an escalated level.
Compliment the victim, boost their confidence and remind them how much you care about their well-being. Make it known that you are a trusted resource who isn't going to confront their abuser, disrupt their personal life or talk to others about it. You are someone they can count on to talk, listen and protect them if necessary.
Be there to help them plan their exit strategy from the relationship. Be there to support them after they've broken the cycle and left the abuser for good. And be there to comfort them in any way that makes that transition easier, whether it's somewhere to sleep, picking up the children or cooking dinner. Make sure they know that they are not alone to deal with the fallout of leaving an abusive relationship.
Victims of domestic violence come from all walks of life, meaning workers of every profession may be interacting with a victim on a daily basis without realizing it. (6) On average, a woman will leave an abusive relationship seven times before leaving for good. Some victims may cry out for help while others only give subtle hints, so it’s important you’re aware of the potential warning signs of abuse and prepared to offer the necessary help.
Resources are available to assist professionals in helping patients, clients or employees involved in a domestic violence situation. Numerous professional boards are joining the effort to increase both training and education for domestic violence. For more information, please contact the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation.
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As a professional, you can offer these victims a unique opportunity to reach out for help in a safe and confidential setting. Take advantage of this opportunity to help make South Carolina a safer place.
When you hurt the ones you love physically, mentally or emotionally, you're also hurting yourself. If you are abusing someone and need help breaking the cycle, we're here to help you. South Carolina is your Safe Place too.


shelf: science-engineering

title: Hive wire by itq vapor

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The Hive Wire by Itq Vapor is an innovative and reliable vaping device designed to provide both beginners and seasoned vapers with a seamless experience. This sleek, compact device delivers efficient performance and user-friendly features, making it an excellent choice for vapers on the go.
Battery Capacity: 650mAh
Voltage Output: Constant 3.7V
Thread Type: 510 thread
Charging: Micro USB charging port
Build Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 16mm diameter, 78mm height
Color Options: Available in black, silver, red, and gold
Inside the Package:
Hive Wire Vape Device (650mAh)
Micro USB charging cable
Safety information leaflet
Quality assurance certificate
The Hive Wire is manufactured by Itq Vapor, a leading brand in the vaping industry known for its cutting-edge technology and high-quality products. Itq Vapor continues to push the boundaries of design and functionality in the vaping market, ensuring that every device meets the highest safety and performance standards.
Design and Build Quality:
The Hive Wire stands out with its sleek and stylish design, featuring a durable stainless steel body. Its compact and lightweight construction makes it easy to carry in your pocket or bag, while its 510-thread compatibility ensures a perfect fit with a wide range of atomizers and tanks. The design is not only practical but also visually appealing, offering a premium vaping experience.
The Hive Wire provides a consistent performance with a constant voltage output of 3.7V, allowing for a smooth and enjoyable vaping experience. The 650mAh battery capacity ensures reliable power for extended use. The micro USB charging port offers hassle-free charging, making it easy to keep the device powered up and ready to go.
User Experience and Portability:
Designed with the user in mind, the Hive Wire offers simple operation with a single-button activation. The LED indicator provides real-time battery status, and its compact size makes it ideal for portability. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced vaper, the Hive Wire delivers ease of use and dependable performance.
Compact and portable design
Reliable 650mAh battery for consistent power
510-thread compatibility with most atomizers and tanks
Easy one-button operation
Stylish and durable stainless steel body
The device is disposable, which may raise environmental concerns
No nicotine-free options available
How to Use Hive Wire?
Fully charge the Hive Wire using the included micro USB cable.
Attach your compatible atomizer or tank to the 510-thread connection.
Press the power button five times rapidly to turn the device on.
Press and hold the power button while inhaling from the mouthpiece.
Press the power button five times rapidly to turn off the device when not in use.
Why Choose Hive Wire by Itq Vapor?
Consistent 3.7V output for a smooth and reliable vaping experience
Compact and lightweight design, perfect for carrying on the go
Simple and intuitive one-button operation
510-thread compatibility, working with most atomizers and tanks
Manufactured by Itq Vapor, known for innovative vaping products
1. How long does the Hive Wire battery last on a full charge?
The 650mAh battery offers several hours of continuous vaping, depending on individual usage.
2. Is the Hive Wire compatible with all atomizers?
Yes, the Hive Wire features a 510-thread connection, making it compatible with most standard atomizers and tanks.
3. How do I know when the Hive Wire needs to be recharged?
The LED indicator will flash to signal a low battery level.
4. Can I use the Hive Wire while it’s charging?
For optimal safety and battery life, it’s best to avoid using the device while charging.
5. What safety features does the Hive Wire include?
The Hive Wire comes with essential safety features like overcharge protection, short circuit protection, and low voltage protection.
The Hive Wire by Itq Vapor is an excellent choice for vapers looking for a portable, reliable, and easy-to-use device. With its constant performance, sleek design, and versatile compatibility, it provides a superior vaping experience. Choose Hive Wire for a vaping device that combines functionality with style, backed by Itq Vapor's reputation for quality and innovation.
A great About Us page helps builds trust between you and your customers. The more content you provide about you and your business, the more confident people will be when purchasing from your store.
Your About Us page might include:
Who you are
Why you sell the items you sell
Where you are located
How long you have been in business
How long you have been running your online shop
Who are the people on your team
Social links (Twitter, Facebook)
To edit the content on this page, go to the Pages section of your Shopify admin.


shelf: software-docs

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Before selecting, please read description of every level, and choose the one that suits your experience
Technical skillset and duties
IDE: Juniors navigate the interface and operate IDEs efficiently using the taskbar.
API: They know how to handle the most frequently used APIs.
Frameworks: Junior devs have worked with some frameworks and know about the popular ones that are worth using within their language stack.
Database development: A junior knows DB basic design techniques, ACID properties, and transactions. Also, a junior can write simple, select statements to retrieve information from the database.
Programming languages: Junior developers are usually familiar with one programming language. They will pick it right away and implement a semi-stable solution that solves most of the problems in certain use cases.
Platforms & tools: Juniors have professional experience with about three platforms. Their knowledge of platform internals is only skin-deep. They are aware of alternatives to popular and standard tools.
Day-to-day duties: Juniors usually get the least complex tasks, those with little impact on the final product.
Teamwork and perspective
Independent work Certainly, juniors need close supervision. They need strong mentoring to grow their skills.
Teamwork A junior must stay engaged and absorb from the team as much knowledge as possible.
Vision The problem with juniors is that they are code-focused, rather than development-focused. This prevents them from getting the big picture.
IDE After using IDEs for quite a while, a middle dev has memorized the shortcut keys for most frequent operations, really speeding up the work.
API Intermediate levels have deep and solid knowledge of the main APIs. Frameworks.
Frameworks Middles are tech-savvy with frameworks which helps them write clearer and shorter code.
Database development Mid-levels are good at managing databases. They can design normalized DB schemas while taking into account the queries that will be issued. Middle devs are well-versed in using database views, stored procedures, triggers, and user-defined data types (UDT). They are adept in the object-relational mapping technique (ORM) used for converting data between incompatible type systems. In order to speed up the query process, they apply knowledge of index syntax to create custom clustered and non-clustered indexes.
Programming languages A mid-level developer understands functional programming and knows when and how to apply functional concepts in any language.
Platforms & tools Middles have already worked with more than four platforms and possess a deep understanding of how the platform functions including code execution. They are very comfortable with their package manager tools.
Day-to-day duties Mid-level software engineers are not commonly entrusted with highly complicated tasks that may require an in-depth level of engineering knowledge. Meanwhile, they may be tasked with designing a piece of the application to be prepared for the further transition to a senior developer. They are already capable of turning tickets into solutions, providing estimates on tasks, and assisting in decomposing larger sections of work.
Independent work Mid-levels can deliver work with less supervision while being assigned to relatively routine tasks.
Teamwork Middles actively collaborate with team members, including designers, business analysts, and architects.
Vision Middle developers have deepened their understanding of development cycle scenarios which allows them to practice Agile methods more accurately. They see the results of the occurring problems and learn how to avoid them in the future.
IDE A seniors’ expertise allows them to write custom macros to optimize the workflow.
API A senior has written libraries to add more functionality or to automate the most frequent processes without having to write code for them.
Frameworks Seniors have enough knowledge to build their own custom framework.
Database development A senior is well-versed in database administration, performance, and index optimization. Usually, they do the delicate work of composing advanced select queries. Since seniors know a given database structure from the inside, they are familiar with the DB maintenance features, in particular, DB mirroring and DB replication. These are the methods of transferring data from a primary to a secondary database. Seniors understand the two-phase commit algorithm (2PC) applied for coordinating a distributed transaction (commit/abort). They can replace slow cursor-based operations with much more efficient JOIN statements, where possible.
Programming languages Besides functional programming and OOP, they work with concurrent and logic languages.
Platforms & tools Seniors have had professional experience with more than 6 platforms. They are already creating debuggers or other tools necessary to enhance the platform. Seniors are the source advice on platform internals.
Day-to-day duties The multifaceted responsibilities expand far beyond coding. Seniors brainstorm the right technological solutions to complex problems. They take charge of the team, coordinating its workflow to consistently produce business value
Independent work A senior is the one providing guidance.
Teamwork Seniors put the team first and are always trying to figure out what they can do to help the members. They have good soft skills while balancing between the client and the team.
Vision Seniors see the final goal — the problems that the finished application must solve. A long-term vision is a crucial point in bringing value to the end-user.
PL/SQL Language Fundamentals
PL/SQL Data Types
PL/SQL Control Statements
PL/SQL Collections and Records
PL/SQL Static SQL
PL/SQL Error Handling
PL/SQL Dynamic SQL
PL/SQL Optimization and Tuning
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shelf: health

title: Dr. Laurel's PRP Bar®

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Dr. Laurel's PRP Bar®
The Little Flo and Dr Laurel Show
HAVE NO FEAR: AESTHETIC TREATMENTS ARE NOW PAIN-FREE
Taking a dip in the Fountain of Youth might seem like a great idea, until you come face-to-face with the delivery system.
“Needles hurt,” remarks Dr. Laurel Matthews. “Many patients struggle with the injection part of aesthetic treatments. The pain is too much for them, or they’re afraid of needles.
That’s why Pro-Nox, she notes, is the latest buzzword in aesthetic medicine.
“Pro-Nox is a combination of nitrous-oxide and oxygen,” she explains. “The patient can administer the gas during the treatment and forget about or not feel the procedure taking place. It’s really ideal for people who want injectables like Botox or fillers, or those who enjoy the dramatic results of microneedling or PRP injections. Within five minutes they’re back to normal and can drive themselves home.”
Dr. Laurel says Pro-Nox can be used during any painful aesthetic procedure and it’s available to anyone. You can add it on to your service for just $50. The delivery of Pro-Nox is simple and sterile. A disposable hose with mouthpiece is used and discarded after each patient. There is no mask, so treatment is not impeded.
“The fear of pain and needles keeps some people from enjoying the aesthetic treatments they want, but with Pro-Nox they have nothing to worry about,” Dr. Laurel smiles. Pro-Nox is ideal for use during any of our non-invasive procedures.”
Dr. Laurel highly recommends Permanent Enhancements in Solon for cosmetic and medical micro-pigmentation
Offering Permanent Makeup and Corrective Cosmetic Treatments
Owner, Ann Price, has over 40 years experience as a board-certified and licensed cosmetologist. She has been performing permanent make-up and para-medical tattooing for over 17 years.


shelf: finance

title: Employer sponsored health plans

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From health insurance to retirement savings, these plans offer countless benefits that go beyond monetary value. They enhance financial security while making life simpler for employees. In this blog, we will delve into these benefits, exploring why a growing number of people are attracted to such plans.
Easy Access and Enrollment
Enrollment procedures are often streamlined and convenient; taking place during onboarding or designated enrollment periods. Employers ensure a hassle-free experience by providing clear guidelines and assistance throughout the process. Employees can focus on their work while securing essential benefits since they don’t need to spend hours researching options. With simplicity at the core, enrollment is stress-free and straightforward.
Group Rates and Cost Efficiency
Employers can also leverage the power of group purchasing to negotiate favorable terms and rates with insurers and service providers. Group rates tend to be much more affordable than individual plans, which allows employees to access amazing benefits at a lower cost. This cost savings can be substantial, particularly for high-value benefits like health insurance, where individual premiums can be extremely expensive. With group purchasing, you can feel secure knowing that you are getting the most advantage for your hard-earned money.
In addition, employers may also contribute a significant portion of the premiums, reducing the financial burden on employees even more. This shared responsibility ensures that the benefits remain accessible and affordable, promoting financial well-being and peace of mind.
Comprehensive Coverage Options
Administrative Support and Expertise
Employers recognize the importance of administering benefits effectively to their staff. As such, administrative support and expert guidance are typically provided to assist employees in navigating any intricacies. This can come from specialist HR teams or third-party administrators, who are available to address queries, resolve issues and provide helpful advice on maximizing benefits.
Going forward, it is likely that such plans will only become more important as current and prospective employers look for ways to attract and maintain talent in the competitive landscape.


shelf: education

title: Guest post to e read or not to e read

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KBR warmly welcomes renowned author and friend Hazel Edwards with this fascinating look at the ebook debate.
One of the most interesting questions I have been asked recently is whether I believe that ebooks are a help or a hindrance to early literacy.
With the rapid adoption of iPads in schools, it is a topical question and one that both teachers and parents are currently grappling with. As an author-educator and Reading Ambassador, my perspective is driven by the WHY then the HOW followed by WHERE and WHEN?
WHY do we want students to read? To understand the world around them better. Get facts. Tolerate those who are different. Have fun. But also to give students skills which increase confidence.
HOW to read? We know that people absorb information in different ways and the same applies to reading. So the HOW really is about any format which suits that student. It could be verbal, visual, aural or even tactile. Which then brings me to the WHERE and WHEN. Simply, Anywhere and Anytime.
So if an electronic device fosters reading by addressing the why, how, where and when, I am all for it. This is my personal challenge (as a digital dinosaur!) to be openly learning to adapt, in public. I need to understand how new technology is rapidly introducing innovative ways in which stories can be told.
Though my visits to schools and libraries, I have already seen three significant advantages of ereading for literacy.
1. EReading can be social
Showing normal sized picture books to big groups can be challenging. It is difficult to ensure all students can see the detail. Using a smart/white/board with an iPad enables reading sound effects together with funny voices. Even in big groups, we can discuss techniques, look at detail and read together in more than one language. It's sociable.
2. Apps add value
Picture book apps can bring stories to life by including hyperlinks to other relevant content and attract new readers to engage. One of my picture books, Feymouse, has just been reinterpreted through an app and the additional digital functions have widened its appeal across age groups and literacy levels. (Take a sneak peek at Feymouse – the story of a large and clumsy cat born into a family of talented mice, here.)
3. EReaders offer new literacy pathways
For those students who are not independent readers and need visual clues, ereaders provide new pathways to literacy by encouraging voluntary secret reading. Slower readers can read small, easier stories, secretly, often using visual clues. Status is not based on how thick nor how many pages. Even competent, fast readers only scroll a page at a time.
So as I adapt and learn, I keep an open mind. Stories can take you into other worlds, but sometimes the WAY they do that changes.
Learn more about Hazel's books and literary ways at www.hazeledwards.com


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From A To Z, This Article Covers It All About Woodwork
Use the sharpest blades you may. Uninteresting blades are a safety hazard, especially on power saws. Wood will kick back when blades are dull. This has been known to trigger a lot of workshop accidents. Razor sharp drill bits give you the finest efficiency.
All the time examine your instruments before you begin using them. Woodworking with a faulty or overused tool can easily lead to a severe damage or destruction of your supplies. To make sure that this does not happen to you are taking the time to thoroughly inspect your instruments from top to bottom.
Set up your woodworking area. There are few issues extra irritating than looking for a device once you want it, and never making any headway in the process. Missing and misplaced instruments can lead to major mission delays. Conserving teak patio furniture organized is an enormous help. In reality, pulling out the instruments that you will want before a challenge is a great thing to do.
You can see that woodworking is a really various skill. It takes talent to make objects like baseball bats, bookshelves, bowls or a mess of other wood projects. Do not feel such as you have to be significantly talented teak patio furniture to work with wooden. With the appropriate ideas like this text showed you, you will be inventive and successful when working with wood.
If you are working in your tasks in your garage, preserve your storage door open. You may be created loads of wooden dust. An open garage teak furniture door permits your work area to be properly ventilated. Additionally, during the day, you’re employed space can be better lighted with the garage door opened.
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On Becoming a Guinea Fowl (2025) – A gripping family drama
Set in the heart of Zambia, a story delves into the complexities of family, loss and hidden secrets. “On Becoming a Guinea Fowl” is a powerful film that begins with a shocking discovery: the body of Shula’s uncle found on an empty road in the middle of the night. As the story progresses, viewers are drawn into the layers of grief and hidden truths that surround Shula and her cousins as they navigate the funeral process and confront their family history.
Set against the backdrop of a middle-class Zambian family, the film explores themes of love, betrayal and the impact of unresolved issues on family relationships. As Shula and her cousins grapple with the death of their uncle, secrets that have long been buried within their family are brought to light. This exploration reveals not only their personal struggles, but also the broader societal issues that affect their lives.
Key Themes and Motifs
On Becoming a Guinea Fowl is rich in themes that resonate deeply with viewers. It explores the complexities of family bonds and how the past can shape the present. The film’s narrative structure allows viewers to witness each other’s grief and revelation, creating a moving emotional experience.
As the story unfolds, Shula emerges as a compelling character who struggles with her identity and place in her family. Her journey is mirrored by her cousins, each of whom presents different responses to grief and the revelation of family secrets. The character dynamics are intricately woven, showing how personal histories and relationships interact.
The film is not just a narrative journey, but also a visual feast. The cinematography captures the essence of Zambia, from its breathtaking landscapes to the intimate setting of family gatherings. The director’s attention to detail enhances the storytelling, making every scene compelling. The use of sound and music further enhances the emotional depth of the film and draws the audience into the characters’ experiences.
Why You Should Watch This Film
If you’re looking for a film that combines compelling storytelling with rich cultural themes, “On Becoming a Guinea Fowl” is a must-see. The film challenges viewers to reflect on their own family relationships and the secrets they may hold. It’s a story that fosters empathy and understanding, making it relevant to audiences around the world.
Where to find the film
There are many options for those interested in experiencing this moving story. Whether you prefer streaming services or digital download, “On Becoming a Guinea Fowl” will soon be available on a variety of platforms. You can also choose to download torrent files that offer the film for easy access. Just remember to support the authors by choosing legitimate sources whenever possible.
In conclusion, “On Becoming a Guinea Fowl” is a profound exploration of family, loss, and the power of secrets. As Shula and her cousins navigate the complexities of their uncle’s death, listeners are challenged to reflect on the nature of their own family bonds. Don’t miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in this compelling story. Whether you’re a drama fan or simply looking for a film that resonates on multiple levels, this film is sure to leave a lasting impression.
For more information and updates on the film, stay tuned to official announcements and trailers. Consider exploring torrent download options for this film, but always support the creators through legitimate channels.


title: State v. Cooper

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State v. Cooper
Annotate this Case180 N.W.2d 424 (1970)
STATE of Iowa, Appellee, v. Oneda Marie COOPER, Appellant.
Supreme Court of Iowa.
October 13, 1970.
Rehearing Denied December 14, 1970.
*425 Gene L. Needles, Des Moines, for appellant.
Richard C. Turner, Atty. Gen., Michael J. Laughlin, Asst. Atty. Gen., and Ray A. Fenton, County Atty., Des Moines, for appellee.
Oneda Marie Cooper appeals from judgment following a jury verdict convicting her of forgery contrary to section 718.1 Code, 1966.
November 18, 1969 the Polk county grand jury returned the indictment on which defendant was prosecuted. She entered a plea of not guilty and the cause proceeded to trial. Motion for new trial and judgment notwithstanding the verdict (perhaps intended as a motion in arrest of judgment, section 788.1) being overruled, defendant was sentenced to the women's reformatory at Rockwell City for a term not to exceed 10 years.
She assigns as errors relied on for reversal: (1) failure of the trial court to sustain her motion for directed verdict made at the close of the State's evidence and renewed at the close of all evidence and her motion for new trial, each being based on her contention the evidence was insufficient to prove that the offense charged took place within Polk county, and (2) insufficiency of the evidence to sustain the conviction raised in her motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict.
I. Alpha L. Lowe, a Des Moines resident, had been receiving checks each month from the State Comptroller's office as ADC payments. When she failed to receive her October 1969 check she reported that fact to her social worker. As a witness Mrs. Lowe identified State's exhibit C, the instrument upon which the prosecution is based, as being made payable to her at the address where she was living in October. She testified the endorsement on the check, "Alpha L. Lowe," was not her signature and she had not given defendant or anyone else permission to sign her name.
Mrs. Reiger employed at the courtesy counter of a Des Moines supermarket identified exhibit C from her initials appearing thereon and the store stamp used to cancel checks received. She testified she gave cash in return for the check but was not able to identify the person who presented it to her.
Des Moines police officers had taken a handwriting exemplar from defendant which was used by a document examiner with the Iowa Bureau of Criminal Investigation in forming his opinion the handwriting on the exemplar and on the forged check was the same. His testimony was the only evidence connecting defendant to the forged instrument.
At the close of the State's evidence defendant moved for a directed verdict asserting the State had failed to prove venue beyond a reasonable doubt. After the motion was overruled defendant presented no evidence and rested. She then renewed her motion which was again overruled.
II. As stated, defendant's first assigned error is based on her contention the State failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the forgery took place in Polk county. The brief points urged in support of this assignment are fully discussed in State v. Wardenburg, 261 Iowa 1395, 158 N.W.2d 147, particularly in Divisions III, IV, and V of that opinion and will not be repeated here.
In May 1970 we filed our decision in State v. Tilley, 176 N.W.2d 843. The factual circumstances existing there are similar in most material respects with those here.
In State v. Tilley the person who uttered the forged check was not identified nor was there any direct evidence showing defendant *426 had possession of the forged instrument in the county. In both cases an expert witness, by comparing handwriting exemplars with the forged instrument, furnished evidence defendant committed the forgery. There, as here, the testimony of the handwriting expert was the only evidence connecting defendant to the forged instrument. A contention similar to that urged by defendant here as a basis for reversal was rejected.
Reasons stated for the decision in State v. Tilley declare sound principles of law applicable to the present factual situation and are fatal to defendant's first assigned error.
III. Defendant argues in support of her second assigned error that the evidence does not connect her to the commission of the forgery except by way of uncorroborated testimony of the handwriting expert. As stated before, this was also true in State v. Tilley, 176 N.W.2d at 844.
Section 622.25 provides: "Evidence respecting handwriting may be given by experts, by comparison * * * with writings of the same person which are proved to be genuine."
We are cited no authority of this court nor has any come to our attention holding expert testimony offered under this statute must be corroborated in order to generate a jury question on the issue of similarity. As a caveat, when the quoted portion of this statute is depended upon in contending for the admissibility of expert testimony such expert before being permitted to state his opinion must detail on direct examination facts upon which he relies in reaching his conclusion as to identity of the handwriting as an aid to the jury in evaluating the evidence or in understanding the basis of the expert's opinion. Such a reinforcement of testimony is essential so the trier of fact may determine whether the alleged facts justify the expert's conclusion rather than being forced to accept or reject the opinion of similarity on the reliability of the expert only. Hedges v. Conder, 166 N.W.2d 844, 857, (Iowa 1969); Dougherty v. Boyken, 261 Iowa 602, 611-615, 155 N.W.2d 488, 493-495.
The expert's opinion fortified in this manner furnishes a sound basis for maintaining it can no longer be said that testimony of handwriting experts is of the lowest order or the most unsatisfactory character in the light of the development of the art of scientific examination of signatures. For a discussion of the changed attitude of this court to handwriting experts see Nelson v. Nelson, 249 Iowa 638, 643, 87 N.W.2d 767, 771. Citing Cousin v. Cousin, 8 Cir., 192 F.2d 377.
"On defendant's appeal from criminal conviction based on jury verdict challenging sufficiency of evidence to sustain the verdict we view the evidence in the light most favorable to the State and accept as established all reasonable inferences tending to support action of the jury. It is necessary to consider only the supporting evidence whether contradicted or not. * * * [Citing authorities.]" State v. Brown, 172 N.W.2d 152, 153 (Iowa 1969).
When viewed in the foregoing light defendant's second assigned error cannot be sustained.
IV. The record does not show when defendant was arraigned but she makes no complaint that it did not occur as directed in sections 775.1 and 775.8.
When she received a copy of the indictment defendant was notified through the minutes of testimony attached that the State intended to call a handwriting expert from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation who would testify that in his opinion the author of the handwriting sample and of the check involved was the same person.
In State v. Hancock, 164 N.W.2d 330, 333, (Iowa 1969) we recognized "it would be extremely difficult, if not impossible in most cases, for a party unschooled in the subject of handwriting expertise to effectively *427 challenge the reliability of an expert without the aid of his own expert."
We are not advised whether defendant was indigent or whether her attorney is representing her by court appointment. However, in State v. Hancock we interpret section 775.5 as authorizing at state expense, when defendant is indigent, independent analysis of defendant's handwriting as being in the best interest of justice.
This interpretation of the statute should ordinarily result in forestalling any contention an indigent defendant had been convicted of forgery or uttering a forged instrument on the uncorroborated testimony of a handwriting analyst. Our interpretation would also make available highly qualified information in ample time for an indigent's use in testing through cross-examination the reliability of the State's expert.
Defendant's failure to utilize the procedure available does not aid her position here.
The case is
All Justices concur.


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Clarity from Muddy Data: Approaches to Understanding Potential Impacts to Sediment Biota
Industries that extract raw materials from the ground, such as mining or oil and gas, can affect the surrounding ecosystems. To minimize the potential impacts on the natural environment from these activities, local and national regulatory entities have established requirements for defining the current baseline ecological conditions. During extraction activities, the operators are also required to monitor the biota in various ways to ensure that they remain healthy. Benthic organisms provide one of the most representative and cost-effective opportunities to evaluate the sediment and stream bed quality.
Benthic (or bottom-dwelling) communities are made up of species that live on or within the sediment. These organisms play a significant role in their environment by breaking down detritus, building ecosystems, serving as a food source for larger animals, and acting as indicators for ecological health. They also have a higher site fidelity and can provide an overall picture of temporal and spatial impacts. Organisms within these communities respond to all stressors that might not be otherwise captured in chemical analysis of the sediment.
Biological effects in sediments can be assessed either by (1) introducing organisms to sediment samples in a controlled laboratory environment and observing their response, or (2) collecting representative samples of the benthic community from a natural environment and identifying the organisms present to the lowest practical taxonomic level. Below are two recent examples of work that Spheros scientists have completed at ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍø that illustrate each of these approaches.
Ecotoxicology Assessments for Mining Operations
ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍøâ€� scientists helped a client complete ecotoxicological assessments required by regulations in Washington State at a remote, former mining site located adjacent to a creek that discharges into a lake 8 miles away. Remedial actions to prevent effects from mine-impacted groundwater were successfully completed in 2018. However, in 2020, an external laboratoryâ€™s biological assay tests (bioassays) conducted on sediments from the site indicated impacts were present and produced results that were inconsistent with other lines of evidence. Comparisons were also complicated by reference samples that failed to meet performance criteria for organism growth. ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍøâ€� scientists suspected environmental toxicity impacts were caused by low total organic content (TOC) in the sediments instead of chemically driven effects, and suggested adaptations to the bioassays that would produce results that control for site-specific challenges.
Following national standard test method updates, bioassay feeding regimens were increased in the 2024 assessment to support test organism growth, and additional coarse-grained, low TOC control treatments were added to each test to tease out potential effects due to low TOC alone. The client consulted with ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍøâ€� scientists to ensure reference sample locations were appropriate for the study and additional sites were added to produce robust comparisons with site samples. State regulators requested a third bioassay test for the 2024 program that had been deemed obsolete by national standard test methods. As such, ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍø worked with the regulators to adapt the test as much as possible to meet the Stateâ€™s requirements while also following current method guidance.
Results from the 2024 assessment indicated sediment quality at the project site is protective of aquatic life and any observed toxicity was likely unrelated to contaminants from mining operations. Close collaboration between ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍøâ€� scientists, regulators, and the client ensured a robust, representative assessment was conducted that overcame challenges resulting from broadly standardized testing methods and complex site conditions.
Benthic Community Baseline Studies
Ecological baseline studies for oil and gas industries occur before operations at a site are established to determine potential environmental impacts. Benthic community assessments play a critical role in establishing these baselines. Samples are collected and sent to the taxonomy laboratory, which then processes them by removing and identifying the organisms present to the genus or species level, if possible. A detailed catalogue of the collected species identified can provide information about what organisms are present, their habitat, food preferences, and position within the trophic food web. Benthic community samples are then collected and analyzed repeatedly over time to evaluate whether there are measurable impacts on the benthos that could be attributed to drilling activities, the scope and spatial range of impacts on the community structure, and the recovery potential that could be expected at affected locations.
These assessments are often necessary to comply with regulations, such as those established by the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM).
Analyzing benthic organisms presents a cost-effective and representative opportunity to assess potential anthropogenic impacts to the natural environment. Impacts can be evaluated either by introducing organisms to sediment samples from a site and evaluating their response within a controlled laboratory environment or by identifying the organisms that are present in these natural environments and monitoring how they respond over time. These assessments are required by a range of national and state-level regulations, and as methods evolve, comparing current results to past ones becomes more challenging and requires specialized scientific knowledge.
Meet our Sediment Experts
Michelle Knowlen is a Senior Project Manager of Toxicology and Ecology at the ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍø Port Gamble Environmental Lab, with a background in environmental science and marine ecology. As a toxicologist and ecologist, her focus is on management and execution of sediment characterization studies for potential biological impacts, including evaluation of dredged material and cleanup sites, implementing investigative bioassays, and performing benthic community risk assessments. Ms. Knowlen routinely assists in field operations for sediment projects as a Biological Lead and is skilled in sediment sample collection and processing. With more than 11 years of experience in both private and public sectors, she brings a multidisciplinary approach to a variety of ecological monitoring and aquatic toxicology projects. If you have a need related to sediment toxicology and ecological assessments, email Ms. Knowlen at [email protected].
Megan Payne currently provides Technical Sales for ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍøâ€� Taxonomic Laboratory. Before joining ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍø, Ms. Payne worked at the Lake Superior Research Institute where she conducted sediment toxicology testing and water quality collections. Ms. Payne has a background in aquatic biology and has conducted fieldwork in wetlands, lakes, and rivers. At ÑÇÐÇ¹ÙÍø, she has served as primary analyst for any invasive mussel veliger projects, project coordinator, and laboratory manager. Ms. Payne has served as field lead for numerous projects throughout the Lake Superior, Columbia, and Missouri River Basins. If you have a need related to benthic community taxonomy and analysis, email Ms. Payne at [email protected].


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Curate Consulting’s Integration of LiteSpeed Web Server
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Miss England and frontline National Health Service (NHS) doctor Bhasha Mukherjee received her first of two Covid-19 jabs and endorsed the safety of the vaccines being rolled out among those most at risk from coronavirus.
The 25-year-old British Indian beauty queen and medical professional has been working on the Covid frontlines at Pilgrim Hospital in Lincolnshire and Royal Derby Hospital in eastern England ever since she flew back from a humanitarian tour of India at the peak of the pandemic in April 2020. As a healthcare ambassador for the community, the junior doctor has been active in spreading safety messages among ethnic minority groups which have been acknowledged as being at a higher risk from the deadly virus.
She said: “It's good to know I'm protected and I'm sure my colleagues feel the same. I'm thankful as being BAME [black, Asian, minority ethnic], I'm in a high-risk group. I feel so grateful to be in the position to have received the vaccine when millions are in the waiting line across the globe.
“My prayers are with everyone who's waiting patiently at home, including my own family members who I hope will get their vaccines soon too."
“After a few hours, I even did a Zoom home workout and press ups, all to celebrate,” Dr Mukherjee proudly declared.
Under the NHS accelerated vaccination programme, the Pfizer/BioNTech and AstraZeneca vaccines to immunise against Covid-19 are being administered to the priority groups of over-70s, care home residents and staff and NHS workers at the frontline of combatting Covid-19.
“My colleagues and I found out just days before that we would be receiving it this week. I was so excited and nervous I was jumping on my seat before I got jabbed. The nurse giving me my injection told me to sit still or the photo would come blurry,” said Mukherjee, the longest-serving Miss England after she was crowned in 2019.
Besides working on the NHS frontline, she has been carrying on with her Miss England pageant-related duties virtually and has also become an ambassador for the eco-friendly feminine hygiene brand Plastfree Pads.
Dr Mukherjee’s efforts to spread awareness around the safety of Covid-19 vaccines follows reports of reluctance among the UK’s ethnic minority communities in taking up the jabs.
UK Home Secretary Priti Patel had reiterated the government’s message around their efficacy during a Downing Street briefing recently.
The Cabinet minister said: “I want to take this moment and opportunity to counter some of the disinformation about the vaccine, especially any messages targeted at an ethnic minority background.
"This vaccine is safe for us all. It is safe for you and your family. It is our best chance of beating this virus. So I urge everyone across our wonderfully diverse country when the time comes to keep everyone safe."
The latest data shows that the NHS has been vaccinating people at the rate of 200 jabs per minute and over 5.8 million people have been vaccinated across the UK since the programme rollout began last month.
*Info: More from Dr Bhasha Mukherjee can be found in the Health section of the Miss England App


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title: Udemy tarot reading without being psychic p 21411

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Have you ever wondered how Tarot card readers do it? It's not as difficult as you would think/ and the best part is that you DO NOT need to be psychic to do Tarot readings! In this course I give you a unique perspective on Tarot using the Universal Rider/Waite Tarot deck. I show you what the cards mean, how to read them, and how to do Tarot readings, all without being psychic.
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title: Crystal pite kidd pivot 2011 jacobs pillow award

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“Crystal is one of the most talented, intelligent, and original dancemakers to come along in recent years,” comments Jacob’s Pillow executive and artistic director Ella Baff. “A former dancer with William Forsythe’s Frankfurt Ballet and a riveting performer with her own troupe, she has also choreographed for major international companies, many of which have performed at the Pillow. She is respected and admired by the dance field throughout the world, and each of her creations is something unexpected and deeply imaginative. We are proud to honor her with this year’s Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award.”
”]Integrating movement, original music, text, and rich visual design, Crystal Pite’s distinct choreography is a compelling mix of classical elements and complex, structured improvisation. Her works are often marked by strong theatricality and a keen sense of wit and invention. Her company, Kidd Pivot Frankfurt RM, performed Pite’s Lost Action at Jacob’s Pillow in 2009. They return in 2011 to perform her dramatic and innovative work Dark Matters, in the Doris Duke Theatre, July 6-10. Crystal Pite will take part in a free PillowTalk at Jacob’s Pillow on Saturday, July 9 at 4 pm and will lead a free Master Class for intermediate to advanced dancers on Sunday, July 10 at 10 am, as part of the Pillow’s Community Dance Day. For a video preview of Dark Matters, click here.
The Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award was created in 2007 with an ongoing, annual anonymous gift of $50,000, of which $25,000 is given to an artist of exceptional vision. In addition to the cash award, the honoree receives a custom-designed glass sculpture by Berkshire-based artist Tom Patti, whose work is in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, among other prominent collections worldwide. In 2007, the inaugural Award was given to Annie-B Parson and Paul Lazar, co-directors of Big Dance Theater. In 2008, the Pillow honored Alonzo King, Artistic Director of Alonzo King’s LINES Ballet. In 2009 the Award was given to Merce Cunningham, whose company gave its final performances during his lifetime at Jacob’s Pillow later that season; in 2010 Bill T. Jones accepted the Award weeks after receiving his second Tony Award for the Broadway hit FELA!
The other $25,000 of the anonymous donor’s annual gift supports Jacob’s Pillow commissions, presentations, and the Creative Development Residency Program, which have supported Festival 2011 artists Trisha Brown, Mark Morris, Kyle Abraham, Camille A. Brown, Big Dance Theater, and zoe | juniper.
ABOUT CRYSTAL PITE:
Born and raised on the Canadian West Coast, choreographer and performer Crystal Pite is a former company member of Ballet British Columbia and William Forsythe’s Frankfurt Ballet.
Pite’s choreographic debut was in 1990 at Ballet British Columbia; she also performed at the Pillow with this company in 1993 and 1995. Since then, she has created works for Nederlands Dans Theater I, Cullberg Ballet, Ballett Frankfurt, The National Ballet of Canada, Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal (Resident Choreographer, 2001-2004), Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet, Alberta Ballet, Ballet Jorgen, and several independent dance artists, most recently Louise Lecavalier (who is also a Festival 2011 artist). Pite is also Associate Choreographer of Nederlands Dans Theater and Associate Dance Artist of the National Arts Centre in Ottawa.
”]In 2001 she formed Kidd Pivot and continues to create and perform in her own work. Kidd Pivot’s residency at the Künstlerhaus Mousonturm in Frankfurt has provided Pite the opportunity to create her most recent work, The You Show, with her dancers and collaborators. She is the recipient of the Banff Centre’s Clifford E. Lee Award (1995), the Bonnie Bird North American Choreography Award (2004), and the Isadora Award (2005). Her work has received four Dora Mavor Moore Awards (2009), and a Jessie Richardson Theatre Award (2006). She is also the recipient of the 2008 Governor General of Canada’s Performing Arts Award, Mentorship Program.
ABOUT THE GALA:
The Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award is presented in person during the Pillow’s Season Opening Gala, which this year includes the private opening of the new Annie Leibovitz dance photography exhibit and a solo performance by acclaimed pianist and composer Philip Glass. Additional Gala performances include a solo by David Neumann, Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève in Benjamin Millepied’s duet Closer, KEIGWIN + COMPANY in Runaway, and a performance by the Mark Morris Dance Group. A world premiere created by Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch, learned in four days, will be performed by dancers of the Ballet Program of The School at Jacob’s Pillow. Benjamin Millepied and Mercedes Ellington will serve as Honorary Co-Chairs for this event. The Season Opening Gala is a benefit event; funds raised support the artistic and educational programs of Jacob’s Pillow, a not-for-profit organization. Tickets are still available, call 413.243.9199 x126 to purchase.


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Consumers are more conscious than ever of how their data is handled, which means businesses have compliance at the forefront of their minds. To reflect this, security regulation is tightening, and fines for compliance breaches are ever growing and wider reaching. This is all moving in the right direction as third parties are forced to handle personal and business data with the same security and care that they’d hope for their own.
Salesforce sits at the center of business operations, handling a significant proportion of internal and customer data, while also providing strong data analytics and development capabilities. As a result, it’s necessary to make sure your Salesforce instance is compliant, and good to understand how the Salesforce development lifecycle can support your wider compliance concerns. This is all easier said than done, so read on for a complete guide to Salesforce DevOps compliance and how you can begin to change your development process.
What role does DevOps play in compliance?
At its core, DevOps is a release management ideology. It encourages us to break down silos between our development and operations teams, promoting collaboration and agility. In practice, this means continuous feedback from live environments, frequent and small releases and a move towards automated deployments and testing.
DevOps builds upon the principles of agile software development by suggesting best practices and process improvements for development teams.
While you won’t find “compliance” explicitly listed in the principles of Agile, its goal is “to satisfy the customer” through “continuous attention to technical excellence”. These are all key motivations for achieving compliance within your Salesforce instance — addressing customer security concerns, reaching the technical standards of regulatory requirements and implementing compliance sustainably, so that you can stay compliant in the future. The principles of DevOps and Agile are closely aligned with compliance priorities.
From a technical perspective, DevOps provides an innovative and effective approach to Salesforce compliance. DevOps encourages teams to “shift left”, moving their testing, quality and performance work earlier in the development cycle. As a result, operational concerns are addressed during development, instead of leaving them until after a release cycle. Rather than leaving these concerns to the operational team, all team members are concerned with quality and testing, regardless of where they fit into the Salesforce development lifecycle.
Shifting left can also help Salesforce teams become more compliant by bringing all team members into the compliance process — making it far easier to resolve security issues. While it may be difficult to resolve compliance issues in a live environment, where end users and live data are already affected, it’s easier to resolve them during the development process. Baking security, quality and regulatory checks in from the start is a small process shift that has a huge impact on the ease of Salesforce compliance.
The next step: DevSecOps
DevSecOps is an evolution of DevOps practices, bringing security into the process. Building on the best practice and process guidance of DevOps for release management, DevSecOps offers practical pointers for integrating compliance within your Salesforce DevOps process.
DevSecOps recommends automation of manual compliance tasks, such as checking for vulnerabilities or static code analysis. This means that all development work has passed through the compliance process, with little practical effect on the day to day work of development teams.
DevSecOps encourages the automation of tasks seemingly unrelated to compliance, like the final build of a deployment. Reducing the risk of human error minimizes the chance of introducing bugs that could leave you open to security vulnerabilities.
DevSecOps also encourages the practice of continuous compliance, where teams continuously develop in line with data security regulations. This reduces the burden on staff as they can be sure that any concerns are met with each new release rather than having to complete huge overhauls at set compliance periods.
Continuous compliance also encourages active monitoring of live environments. This means that any security flaws are caught early, rather than when they eventually become a compliance breach. Catching issues early takes the stress out of resolving them and better protects your Salesforce data, maintaining your reputation and customers’ trust.
How to integrate compliance into your DevOps workflow
If you’re looking to integrate robust compliance practices into your current DevOps workflow, then there are several key ways that you can implement DevSecOps.
Support auditing with version control
Compliance concerns can be addressed through your version control system. Version control provides a single source of truth for all live code, including a tracked history of who changed what and when, which makes following an audit trail simple and concise. As auditing validates whether your compliance process is working, supporting it with version control will give you a good overview of how compliant your Salesforce development process is.
Keep releases secure with CI/CD triggers
Deployment triggers are a popular use of CI/CD that automatically run builds or tests each time a change is committed to version control or a release branch, as well as when a pull request is created.
Alongside the code reviews and unit testing at this stage, security and compliance tests can be automatically triggered alongside the build. This can check the accuracy and security of your deployment while it’s still in a staging environment, meaning any potential security issues are caught before they reach production. By introducing pipeline compliance, you can be sure that any changes that make it through to release have met your security requirements.
Make use of monitoring for peace of mind
Even with a robust process, teams still face the risk of security breaches and grapple with how best to report, contain and resolve them. Though compliance teams dedicate resources to planning and practicing their recovery from a security breach, too little attention is paid to spotting a breach in the first place. DevOps monitoring tools can help by continuously tracking the status of production and automatically alerting you to any concerns. This gives you peace of mind that your live environments are secure at all times.
Introduce and maintain and DevOps culture
Completing your first DevOps-compliant release is a lot of work — it requires buy-in from the whole team and learning some new processes or tooling. Going forward, it’ll be frustrating to search for the same support from your team that you needed for your first DevOps compliant release. By encouraging a team-wide DevOps culture you can make sure that each release has the same level of interest and scrutiny as the first.
As a result, your Salesforce team will consistently follow best security and DevOps practices because compliance is built-in as part of the team’s mindset. This DevOps culture is central to continuous compliance.
Mask data to keep it secure in development environments
A key motivation for DevOps compliance is securing your customer and business data. By seeding your sandboxes with masked data, you’re able to disguise your customers’ personal data while still developing and testing. And because real production data is being masked in your sandboxes, your development work will still be accurate.
Secure production with backup and recovery
Backup is a core pillar of Salesforce DevSecOps, keeping production secure in two ways. Firstly, the backup securely stores all of your data and metadata so that it won’t be lost in the event of accidental deletions, breaches or development errors. Secondly, backup solutions allow you to restore to production swiftly and successfully in the event of any data losses. Introducing a strong, comprehensive backup and restore plan to your DevOps process protects your data and allows you to securely recover from losses.
There are a few more compliance concerns to consider when choosing your Salesforce backup solution, namely retention policies and the compliance of the servers hosting your backups. Opting for a backup solution with the same compliance and regulation standards and your own means continuous compliance across your entire lifecycle.
Implement access control procedures
Though DevOps compliance introduces lots of additional security for teams, the Salesforce platform itself provides the functionality for strong compliance. Salesforce’s built-in, easy-to-use access control configurations — profiles and permission sets — mean that users can only access records to see the information they actually need.
While configuring profiles and permission sets within Salesforce is easy, these metadata types can be far harder to deploy. Making sure that your release cycle can handle the complexity of deploying Salesforce’s access control will allow you to remain continuously compliant.
Efficient development, total security
The benefits of DevOps are clear — quick and accurate releases, whole team collaboration and agile automated pipelines. But few realize that it can also facilitate compliance across the whole deployment lifecycle.
If your compliance process is facing problems with silos, lack of buy-in or inconsistency, then DevOps can help. For a complete guide to DevSecOps principles and best practice, download our ebook on Deciphering DevSecOps.
Or, if you’re ready to start your DevOps journey, sign up to your free 30-day trial of Gearset today.


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Modern networks exhibit different wiring topologies
When working with modern networks in data centers and in industry, engineers often come across different copper cabling systems, e.g. Using coax cables, cabling systems such as Class FA or twisted-pair Ethernet cabling. This raises the question of finding the right measurement technology equipment. Economically speaking, it is not profitable to purchase an individual, expensive measurement device for each cable type. The solution then lies in using different adapters for a single measurement device.
Numerous adapters make the WireXpert is a real copper all-rounder
We have adapters available for the WireXpert, for example for coaxial cables for high frequency measurements within a range of 1 - 2400 MHz. Or Class FA measurement adapters for testing high performance twisted-pair cables with frequencies ranging from 1 MHz to 2.5 GHz in just 15 seconds and with reliable accuracy. The M12 adapters make it possible to certify industrial Ethernet cabling and support you in fulfilling special requirements for Channel and Permanent Links using M12 or RJ45 technology.
While the M12 D-coded adapters are designed for two pairs, the M12 X-coded four-pair wires test for certifications of 1/10 Gigabit transmissions over Ethernet. Poor quality of the patch cable is often the reason for poor cabling performance. It is therefore essential to check whether the patch cables used are in order. This is where the patch cable adapters come into play; these are suitable for all ISO and TIA patch cable standards and perform the quick and precise Dual Ended Test in under 10 seconds. WireXpert patch cable adapters are available for testing CAT5e, CAT6, CAT6A, CAT7 and CAT7A patch/connection cables.
Adapter safely stowed in a special device slot
The advantage of WireXpert adapter technology is that, during the measurement operation, the adapters are stored in a special slot on the back of the remote unit where they are protected against damage and breakage. This means the adapters cannot be damaged if the device is dropped.


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Friday, 3 December 2010
Libraries: nostalgia may soon not be what it used to be: Gillian Philip
Better and more dedicated bloggers have blogged about the crisis facing our libraries, including Lucy Coats, Keren David and Candy Gourlay. Please read their posts from yesterday, because I can't put it better than they can.
I can, though, tell you what my local library meant to me as a child, because I'll never forget standing at my bedroom window one night, with my parents and my brother, watching the glow light up the sky as it burned to the ground. I remember being heartbroken, because it was the place I loved to be: the place that brought me Paddington Bear and the Famous Five and so many other worlds of wild excitement.
All I could think of that night, and the next day as we went to look at the ruins, was all those worlds, all those words, all those books going up in smoke. At eight I could think of no greater tragedy. I fantasised that the local press would interview me, as the library's most fanatical client. I even practised what I'd say.
I'd discovered Snoggle in that library, an odd little egg-shaped alien created by JB Priestley. He was as alone and far from home as ET, and even more heart-tugging. Obsessed, I'd taken the book with me into the garden, then left it lying there to be rained on. I had only recently returned it, terrified and guilty, to the librarian (who was very kind and forgiving, and who didn't have me arrested as I assumed she would). That night I remember wishing I'd kept it. More than thirty years later I had to track down a copy for my own kids, but I'm still afraid to read it, afraid to shatter the memory of one of the best-loved books of my childhood.
They rebuilt Wishaw Library: that's it in the photo above. It will have changed with the times, adapted, modernised. It must offer so much more now than it used to. I'd love to visit some time (hint hint). My nostalgic memories of the old library won't be any stronger than the memories the new one is creating right now for its thousands of visitors.
But looking for images of the beautiful old library, or even of the fire that destroyed it, I can't find any. Not one. It's as if that library never existed. Maybe I dreamed it.
Horrible, horrible thought. Let's not let it happen to all the others.


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Improperly performed dental procedures can have devastating results.
A patient may lose her ability to smile. Another may be unable to eat. An unrecognized and untreated infection following a dental procedure is very painful. Improperly placed dentures can become irritating causing sores and discomfort. Dental implants, if not put in correctly can cause bone loss, infection, and the need for extensive corrective treatment.
I recently represented a man who had 20 dental implants placed in his mouth that turned out to be a dental implant horror story. I wrote an article that appears here on my website about this nightmare, and also created a short informational video to help you understand how devastating improper dental care can be from an unqualified dentist placing multiple dental implants.
In my client's case, one implant was placed into the patient's sinus without the dentist ever realizing it. The dentist caused a permanent nerve injury during the placement of multiple implants; the implants were not spaced correctly; and to make matters even worse, they were crooked. Unfortunately for my client, the dentist abandoned him as well as other patients, and he had no money to pay for restoration. He literally had no teeth in his mouth for over two years.
I'm pleased to tell you that on the day of jury selection to begin this dental malpractice trial, I was able to successfully settle my client's case for an amount that he felt was very reasonable in light of the suffering that he endured.
If you think that a dentist has caused you permanent injury here in the state of New York, please pick up the phone and call me. I can answer your legal questions and help you determine if you have a valid case. You can reach me at 516-487-8207 or by e-mail at [email protected]. I welcome your call.


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A Redfin spokesperson confirmed to the outlet that fewer than 100 employees were affected. The cuts involved the company’s Concierge service — which assists homeowners in improve their home’s appeal before it gets listed — as well as support staff and sales managers. Some of the impacted employees are being offered jobs as agents.
“As we hire more Redfin Next agents and our current agents become more entrepreneurial and self-sufficient, Redfin needs less support and managerial staff,” the spokesperson told GeekWire. “Additionally, Redfin is decentralizing operations for our Concierge service.”
Amid the flurry of commission lawsuits across the country over the past year, brokerages like Redfin have restructured their compensation plans to retain existing agents and attract new ones.
The Redfin Next plan, initially launched in October 2023, allows agents to earn commission splits of up to 70% on self-generated leads and up to 40% on leads received via the Redfin website. These agents are W-2 employees who receive health insurance, 401 (k) matches and other benefits. The brokerage has expanded the plan to several new markets since then, including 25 additional markets this month.
This is at least the third round of significant job cuts for Redfin in recent years. It cut 500 employees in June 2022 amid a rising interest rate environment and laid off 200 more in April 2023.
The firm has struggled financially and reported a loss of $27.9 million in second-quarter 2024, slightly more than its $27.4 million loss in Q2 2023. Its revenue and gross profit were up on a yearly basis, but the stagnant housing market conditions of 2024 prompted CEO Glenn Kelman to say that if mortgage rates don’t fall and home sales don’t increase, “Plan B is drink our own urine or our competitors’ blood.”


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Alumni Spotlight: Mariana Costa Named Google Leader to Watch
Mariana Costa (SIPA’13), CEO and co-founder of Laboratoria, has been named by Google.org as one of its seven “Leaders to Watch” for 2022, making her the only Latin American on this prestigious list of seven changemakers.
With centers in Peru, Colombia, Chile, Brazil and Mexico, Laboratoria is a tech social enterprise that aims to empower underprivileged women with tools so they can join the workforce as computer programmers and web designers, and thus break the cycle of poverty. It was founded together along with fellow SIPA MPA graduates Gabriela Rocha and Rodulfo Prieto, upon the realization that a large number of web developers were actually self-taught, and that there were very few women working in the industry.
“Laboratoria is a bet on Latin American women, on accessible quality education, and on building a more competitive, inclusive and diverse digital economy for Latin America,” says Costa, who is from Peru. “Our work is part of ensuring women - particularly those who’ve had less economic opportunity - can build incredible careers in tech and shape our region’s future.”
“It brings me joy that at such complex times for the world and my country, I get to work every day with and for people that inspire me and in an organization that contributes to building a better future,” she adds.
More than 2,000 women have graduated from the program since 2015, of which over 80% have been placed in full-time positions, significantly bolstering their incomes. The students participate in a six-month bootcamp to develop key technical and life skills to work as front-end developers and user experience designers. They do not pay tuition during the program but once they land a job, they pay back a subsidized amount in monthly installments to help fund the program to provide similar opportunities to other women.
Google.org helps to support organizations that are addressing today’s most pressing social challenges, and the “Leaders to Watch” list is comprised of recent grantees who are working to make their communities a better place. Many are employing innovative tech to solve problems, while others are striving to make the technology industry more accessible and inclusive.


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Botanical Name: Anthurium andraeanum
Common Name: Anthurium, Flamingo Flower, Laceleaf
Description: Anthuriums are tropical plants known for their attractive, glossy leaves and unique, colorful spathes. The spathe, often heart-shaped, surrounds a spadix that contains tiny flowers. Anthuriums come in various colors, including red, pink, white, and other shades, depending on the cultivar. The leaves can also vary in shape and size.
Usage: Anthuriums are popular as ornamental houseplants due to their long-lasting and showy blooms. They are often used in floral arrangements and as decorative focal points in homes, offices, and indoor spaces. Anthuriums add a touch of exotic beauty with their vibrant flowers and glossy foliage.
Indoor/Outdoor: While Anthuriums can be grown outdoors in tropical climates, they are commonly cultivated as indoor plants in other regions. They thrive in well-lit indoor environments with bright, indirect light. Protect them from direct sunlight, as it can scorch the leaves.
Pet Friendliness: Anthurium plants contain compounds that may be irritating if ingested. It's advisable to keep them out of reach of pets and children.
How to Take Care of It:
- Light: Provide bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Anthuriums prefer well-draining soil.
- Humidity: Anthuriums appreciate higher humidity. Regular misting or placing a tray of water near the plant can help.
Best Season: Anthuriums can bloom throughout the year when provided with proper care. Adjust watering and care routines based on seasonal changes and the specific conditions in which the plant is growing. Regularly inspect the plant for signs of pests or diseases and address them promptly.


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Just days after suffering a “non-life-threatening medical emergency” that necessitated the cancellation of their spring tour, Alice in Chains drummer Sean Kinney has provided fans with an update to his health.
The legendary grunge outfit had initially been scheduled to perform at Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun Arena on May 8, though announced the show’s cancellation after Kinney suffered a medical emergency following their soundcheck.
An additional five shows over the next week, including appearances at the Sonic Temple Art & Music and Welcome to Rockville festival, had been scheduled but were cancelled one day later on May 9.
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“While we were all eager to return to the stage, Sean’s health is our top priority at this moment,” the band wrote in a statement. “Although the issue requires immediate attention, his long-term prognosis is positive.”
Now Kinney – one of two remaining founding members of the band, alongside guitarist Jerry Cantrell – has issued his own statement, apologizing to fans for the short-notice cancellation and outlining his experiences dealing with the unspecified medal issue.
“I was very much looking forward to getting back out there and playing with the band again, and it’s been a difficult but necessary decision to make,” Kinney wrote on social media. “I don’t personally utilize social media and I’m not particularly fond of my health issues being made public, but I understand that people are concerned.”
Kinney explained that doctors advised against him performing in the short-term, coming to terms with his situation after a quick trip through the five stages of grief.
“I finally concluded that medical doctors with many hard-earned degrees on their walls might know a bit more about health than a musician with some shiny spray-painted records on his wall,” he explained. “The outpouring of love, concern and well wishes has been both extremely humbling and very much appreciated.
“The good news is that I’m going to be fine and I’m going to live,” he concluded. “The bad news (for some of you?) is that I’m going to be fine and I’m going to live.”
Alice in Chains’ cancelled run of dates were to be their first live appearances since performing at Las Vegas’ Sick New World festival in April 2024.
Currently, their website lists only one upcoming date, which is the Back to the Beginning concert in England on July 5, and boasts a lineup featuring Black Sabbath, Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax and myriad others.