title: United airlines invests in sustainable aviation fuel for greener future

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United Airlines (UAL) is making strides in sustainable aviation fuel with an investment in Twelve, a company focused on developing low-carbon fuels. This move aligns with UAL’s commitment to reducing aviation emissions and promoting greener air travel options. By supporting Twelve’s innovative approach to transforming carbon dioxide and water into sustainable aviation fuel using renewable energy, UAL aims to play a significant role in shaping the future of sustainable aviation.
UAL’s investment in Twelve is part of the Sustainable Flight Fund, a program initiated in 2023 to accelerate the development and production of sustainable aviation fuel. With a goal of cutting aviation emissions by 90% by 2050, UAL is actively seeking new ideas and technologies to make air travel more environmentally friendly. The fund, supported by various major companies, has grown substantially, reflecting the industry’s increasing focus on sustainability.
Despite the positive impact of UAL’s environmental initiatives, the stock’s performance is influenced by various factors. The recent decline in oil prices has been favorable for UAL, as lower fuel expenses contribute to improved profitability for airlines. Additionally, UAL’s strong balance sheet and investor-friendly measures, such as share buyback programs, enhance the company’s appeal to shareholders.
From a valuation standpoint, UAL is trading at a discount compared to its industry peers, with a Value Score of A. However, the airline industry as a whole has faced challenges in 2025, with tariff concerns and weakening consumer confidence impacting stock performance. UAL, along with other key players like Delta Air Lines and American Airlines, has experienced declines in share prices due to these industry-wide challenges.
Analysts have noted a downward trend in earnings estimates for UAL, reflecting ongoing uncertainties in the market. While the company’s initiatives and cost-saving measures are commendable, factors like high labor costs and fluctuating oil prices continue to pose challenges. In light of the current economic environment and earnings outlook, some caution is advised when considering investing in UAL stock.
UAL’s Zacks Rank of #5 (Strong Sell) further underscores the cautious sentiment surrounding the stock. Despite the company’s efforts towards sustainability and financial stability, investors may want to wait for more clarity on market conditions before making significant investment decisions. As the aviation industry navigates through challenges and transitions towards greener practices, UAL’s strategic investments in sustainable aviation fuel could play a vital role in shaping the future of air travel.


tier: cub

shelf: education

title: En

text:
Our organization was established in April 2021 as an organization that aims to realize the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) from Kitakyushu City through support for international students and local revitalization projects.
I have been involved in the education and daily life of overseas students, and have closely felt their environment and what they are carrying, and have been close to them and supported them.
I also majored in Regional Development Studies at university, and have had many opportunities to learn and think about regional development.
In today’s Japan, we are facing a major issue of regional decline due to the declining birthrate and aging population, and the hollowing out of the workforce necessary for the economy.
I believe that the world in the future needs to work hand in hand and coexist in harmony.
Through this project, we will support the job hunting activities of overseas students who are aiming to work in Japan.
In addition, through the development of multinational food and beverage outlets and events, we will work to revitalize the region and make it an attractive tourist destination.
We will also focus on expanding local and intergenerational exchanges with people of many different nationalities, and fostering new ways of thinking and values in the children who will be the leaders of the next generation.
We would like to take the opportunity of this incorporation to make even greater efforts with our colleagues and contribute to society, and we sincerely ask for your support and cooperation.
global education support
Noriko Kobayashi, President


shelf: home-craft

text:
How To Easily Add Fluting To The IKEA Billy Bookcase
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Turn a plain white bookcase into a new favorite piece of furniture in your home with this IKEA hack. We added moulding to the front of the cabinet doors in a natural wood color. We also added wood grain contact paper on the back panel to carry though the light wood look.
Wouldn't a few more of these bookcases look so great together along a wall in your living room?
Adding fluting to a piece of furniture is a simple way to add your own DIY touch. Like this fluted side table we made. Instead of using dowels, we opted for a rigged chair rail moulding in pine. This gives a unique fluted look and less cuts with the saw.
Put together the bookcase per directions. Before you slide in the back panel, add contact paper to the top half of the panel (so it will show at the back of the open shelves). Use a wallpaper scraper to remove any bubbles when applying the sticky side to panel.
Measure the inside of cabinet door fronts. The inside rectangle shape is a little over 34 inches tall by 12 inches wide. We used 16 pieces on each cabinet. You can use a hand saw or, even faster, a table saw to cut the pieces. Cut each moulding piece at 34 inches in length. You will be able to get two from each 8-foot moulding.
Place each piece of moulding on the door front and sand the edges if they are a little long.
Use wood glue to adhere the moulding pieces to the door fronts. Allow to dry overnight. Place books on top of fluting to hold down the wood while drying.
To remove a bit of the yellowish color of the raw wood, apply a thin layer of white wash stain. Wipe with towel, and then allow to dry. Hang the cabinet doors onto the bookshelf. Start to style those shelves!


shelf: history-culture

title: A spiritual reaction to the war and sanctions on russia

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I will try to not complain about gas prices. Yes they are absurdly high. Unless I consider the worldwide network of oil commodities I won’t comprehend why this is happening. I could have the tendency to blame Big Oil for gouging us. Yet I try not to be insular, paranoid. The price of gas is the result of a vast embargo on Russian oil, and that is it.
I see pictures and read stories of indiscriminate mayhem in Ukraine caused by Russian bombs. Evidently the coup they expected has become a protracted siege. And I see and read about the rapid, vast, thorough response of the West to wage a sanctions war against Russia. Rather than engaging militarily countries are hitting where it hurts, in the pocketbook. Russia’s biggest export, oil and gas, is finding fewer customers.
I would love to help settle Ukrainian refugees in my city. I would love to provide temporary housing for some fleeing soul. I doubt I can, though. Any money I can spare to aid organizations seems like a drop in a vast ocean of need. But what I can do is pay high gas prices.
I will fill my vehicle with fuel at an absurdly high price and I will do it willingly and gladly. I will not complain. I will participate in the embargo at the gas pump and do it cheerfully. Each additional penny, dollar I pay is my contribution to fighting this ghastly war. It is my tithe. It is my solidarity.


shelf: civic-law

title: Sb39 4

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Senate Bill No. 39-04 is a bill for an act entitled, “An act amending the Law to allow for separate election races of the governor and lieutenant governor; amending sections 4.0103 and 4.0104 A.S.C.A.”
Section 1. 4.0103 is amended to read:
“4.0103 Nomination Procedures.
The candidates for the offices of Governor and Lieutenant Governor shall be nominated jointly separately by filing a petition in the same manner as candidates for members of the House of Representatives except that the nominating petition for candidates for Governor adn Lieutenant Governor shall be signed by at least 300 qualified electors without regard to their respective districts.”
Section 2. 4.0104 is amended to read:
“4.0104 Election Procedures.
The Governor and Lieutenant Governor shall be elected jointly separately, by a majority of the votes cast by qualified electors. Each vote shall be applicable to both candidates. If no candidates receive a majority of the votes cast in any election, on the fourteenth day thereafter a runoff election shall be held between the candidates for Governor and Lieutenant Governor receiving the highest and second highest number of votes cast.n
The Election Office shall prepare the necessary policies, procedures, petitions and documents to ensure the integrity of the separate elections for governor and lieutenant governor, pursuant to elections laws.”
Senate Bill No. 39-05 is a bill for an act entitled, “An act amending the qualifications of candidates running for the offices of Governor and Lieutenant Governor, amending section 4.0102, A.S.C.A.”
Section 1. 4.0102 is amended as follows:
“4.0102 Qualifications of Governor and Lieutenant Governor.
Candidates for the office of Governor and Lieutenant Governor shall be:
Either a United States citizen or a United States national: of American Samoa ancestry. American Samoan ancestry means an individual of American Samoa descent born in American Samoa, Swains or the United States of America.
a bona fide resident an actual resident of the territory for at least 24 consecutive and continuous calendar months before filing a petition for Governor or Lt. Governor; and a resident of American Samoa for at least 5 years immediately preceding the election prior to filing a petition to run for Governor or Lt. Governor; and
at the time of assuming office, 35 years of age or older.
(b) Persons otherwise qualified for nomination as candidates for either Governor or Lieutenant Governor are not precluded from nomination for reasons of not qualifying under paragraph (a) (2) of this section if by reasons of absence from American Samoa the absence occurred in connection with:
Service with the armed services of the United States;
Service with the United States Government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities; or
Service with the government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities; or
While in the pursuit of his or her education.
(d) Any person convicted of a felony under the laws of American Samoa, the United States, or the laws of any state of the United States is not eligible for election to the Office of the Governor or Lieutenant Governor unless the convicted person has been pardoned and has had his civil rights restored.
(e) Any person separated from the Armed Forces of the United States under conditions other than honorable is not eligible for election to the Office of the Governor or LIeutenant Governor.
(f) Candidates for the offices of Governor and Lieutenant Governor who are employees of the government in whatever capacity and for either the executive, or judicial branches, must resign their position with the government before commencing active campaigning. “Active campaigning” includes but is not limited to: the acceptance of a petition from the election official charged with that responsibility; any effort whatsoever that is designed to influence or obtain votes from qualified electors; and any activity that would cause a conflict of interest at the candidate’s position of employment with the government. In any event, candidates must resign no later than 60 days prior to the election date even if the events above have not occurred.


shelf: science-engineering

title: Jove takes the honours

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Jove takes the honours
Jupiter rises majestically, above the east-northeast horizon, early in the evening. Although surrounded by several bright stars, the giant planet still manages to dominate the sky with its brilliance. Jupiter remains in Taurus throughout the month, and on two separate occasions, the evenings of November 1 & 28, the gibbous Moon approaches the planet. Seen from certain parts of the Earth, the Moon will actually occult Jupiter. Note that Jupiter is currently moving westward among the stars — a fact that can be observed by gauging the angular distance between the planet and the nearby star, Aldebaran. As the evenings pass, Jupiter slowly approaches Aldebaran from the left.
If you have the means, you should make an effort to observe Jupiter with a small telescope or pair of binoculars. Its four Galilean moons readily appear as star-like points of light, orbiting around the planet. Their movement is fascinating to follow: Try to identify each one, by measuring their orbital periods, just like Galileo did four centuries ago. With a larger telescope, you can observe the cloud bands in the planet's upper atmosphere: As the weeks go by, their ever-changing activity is often noticeable, and sometimes even tinted.
A dazzling duo
A close encounter between Venus and Saturn is, for early risers, the astronomical event of the month. Brilliant Venus rises above the southeast horizon a few hours before the Sun. On the morning of November 11, about an hour before daybreak, look for a thin crescent Moon next to the gleaming planet — a spectacular sight against the colours of dawn!
From November 25 to 28, Venus and Saturn will form a tight duo in the dawn sky, creating yet another glittering scene. But don't wait! Set your agendas and alarm clocks for 6:00 A.M., then look toward the southeast horizon: Venus and Saturn will provide a dazzling start to your day.
There are two eclipses this month. On November 13, the first total solar eclipse in over two years will occur in the South Pacific: It won't be visible from our latitudes and, in fact, few landmasses will be in the path of totality. The northern tip of Australia is probably the only notable place from which to see the event, and from there the eclipse will be occur at sunrise.
A lunar eclipse follows on November 28, but the Moon will only cross Earth's penumbra, so the darkening effect will be minor. For those in southern and eastern Quebec, the eclipse won't be visible. From the rest of Canada and most of the U.S. the eclipse will get underway at moonset.
In closing, the Moon's absence from the sky will favour observation of the Leonid meteor shower, which is forecast to reach a maximum on the night of November 16 to 17. Though not a major shower, it occurs on a weekend this year, which might increase your chances of seeing a few Meteors at least.


shelf: software-docs

title: What is FullStory?

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What is FullStory?
FullStory is a digital experience analytics tool that captures and replays every user session on your website or web application. It allows you to see exactly what your users are doing, where they're getting stuck, and how they're interacting with your site. With FullStory, you can gain valuable insights into user behaviour and make data-driven decisions to improve your website or application.
How this integration works
The BugHerd and FullStory integration allows you to connect feedback submitted through BugHerd with user sessions recorded in FullStory. When a customer creates feedback in BugHerd, we automatically detect whether there is a FullStory session being recorded on the page and save a link to that session directly onto the BugHerd feedback. This link provides you with quick and easy access to the FullStory session for that specific feedback (see below).
When viewing feedback in BugHerd, you can see if there is a FullStory session available for you to watch. This allows you to see exactly what the user was doing when they submitted the feedback, giving you valuable context and insights. By connecting your BugHerd feedback with FullStory sessions, you can gain a deeper understanding of user behaviour and making it easier to diagnose or replicate the issue.
How to install this integration
There's nothing for you to do to install the BugHerd and FullStory integration. If you have FullStory installed on your website or web application, we'll automatically detect it and connect the two tools. It's that simple!
So if you're already using FullStory, you can start benefitting from this integration today. Simply submit feedback through BugHerd and access FullStory sessions with just a click. If you haven't tried FullStory yet, now is the perfect time to start. Sign up for a free trial today and start capturing and replaying user sessions on your website or application.


shelf: health

title: by Laura Crum

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by Laura Crum
As those of you who have read my blog posts know, my son’s horse went to colic surgery last year to save his life. They removed a stone as big as a cantalope from Henry’s large intestine as well as about two gallons of sand (which he didn’t ingest here) and smaller stones. The date of this surgery was Jan 31st.
So last Sunday, Jan 31st, I’m thinking about the whole ordeal, which is indelibly impressed on my mind. The sleepless nights, the worry, the anxiety and tears. I’m feeling glad we made it through and Henry is back to being a riding horse. Then I go down to feed the horses in the evening. Guess what I found? Yep, Henry was colicked. Exactly one year later.
He wasn’t colicked in any extreme way—he’d been bright eyed and normal all day. But he wouldn’t eat his dinner and he kept trying to lie down; he wouldn’t graze and he kept on trying to lie down when I got him out. He stood camped out, looked at his sides, and was droopy and miserable. He was definitely colicked. The scary thing was that these were all the signs he ever showed when he had the colic that led to surgery. He never got real painful, he did not sweat or thrash or have an elevated heart rate or respiration. But for 48 hours, as soon as the current dose of banamine wore off, he went back to showing these minimal colic signs. Exactly what he was showing now.
OK, I admit it. I freaked. I simply couldn’t believe it was happening. I yelled at my husband to walk the horse while I called the vet. My husband gave me a look. It was getting dark, it was Sunday night, I know we were both having the same déjà vu.
“I don’t want to do this again,” my normally very sweet husband said. “Just call the guy with the backhoe.”
He was kidding, sort of.
I ran up to the house and called the vet (cellphones don’t work here) only to discover that (hard times all over) they had no on call vet Sunday night. Nifty. Now my choices were to adlib (give banamine paste myself and walk Henry) or call a vet I’d never used for a first time emergency call. My husband and I looked at each other.
“Or,” I said, and I knew he was thinking the same thing. “We could just haul him to the equine center now.”
“Lets,” he said. “Let them deal with it. It’ll be worth it.”
We both knew that by the time we had a ranch call, holiday charge, after hours charge, emergency charge, exam charge…etc, the cost would be almost the same as what the equine center would ding us. And at the equine center, somebody else would be checking on Henry all night long. And if his colic went the wrong way, they could hook him up to fluids. They had the drugs, the equpiment, the big clean stall, the crew of interns to observe and do the work. I’m not sure I would have made this choice with another horse in different circumstances, but neither my husband or I could face a rerun of the two sleepless nights that led up to Henry’s colic surgery. We loaded him up and hauled him one hour to the equine center and I kissed him on the nose and dropped him off.
Well, as fate would have it, they gave him the dose of banamine that I could have given, they watched him all night and called me in the morning and said he was fine. I picked him up the next day and so far he’s been fine. So I pretty much wasted the five hundred dollars it cost. Oh well, hindsight’s twenty twenty. At least my husband and I got some sleep.
So how weird is that? Henry just happens to colic exactly one year after the colic that led to surgery? Do horses have "anniversary reactions" like people do?
I have to say, there are moments when I almost wish I didn’t have any horses. How about you? Any strange stories to share?


shelf: finance

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SARS TRACKING FLIGHTS AS PART OF STRICTER NON-RESIDENT VERIFICATION PROCESS
Expatriate taxpayers awaiting approval of their non-resident status may be surprised to discover that SARS can track their flights into and out of South Africa.
Tax Diagnostic Specialist
This is evident from the attached Request for Additional Supporting Documents letter, received by one of Tax Consulting SA’s clients. Here, SARS queries the reasons for the emigrated taxpayer’s recent visits to the country. The request lists four specific airport arrivals and departures for that person.
SARS takes flight
It appears, therefore, that the tax authority can access the detailed flight logs of targeted individuals. It is most likely obtaining these records from the Department of Home Affairs’ “Track and Trace” systems at the airports.
Furthermore, SARS can use this information to call into question the validity of a nominated applicant’s claim that they intend to reside outside South Africa permanently. Permanent departure is the core condition for the approval of non-resident status for tax purposes. Once granted, it releases expatriates from their obligation to pay tax on their worldwide income. However, they are still required to declare any local earnings.
This does not mean expatriates are exiled. They can come and go freely, provided they do not remain in the country longer than the prescribed period. That said, during their application for non-resident status, it is crucial that candidates are able to provide objective evidence of their intention to remain abroad. Now, this includes convincing explanations for re-entry into South Africa, even for short periods.
On SARS’ radar
There’s no reason to believe that SARS’ new radar will not soon grow to be used on all entry and exit points in South Africa. Then, even casual holidays or family visits by expatriates may come under its scrutiny. Also, emigrated taxpayers who are tracked in South Africa for long enough to bring their intent into question, could find themselves reverted to tax residents.
There’s little doubt SARS is actively implementing a more rigorous verification and auditing process on non-residence applications, as promised in the 2020 Budget Review. In addition, it is making good progress on its initiative to establish a comprehensive collection of third-party information against which to test applicant’s claims of non-residence.
A safe landing
Regardless of this trend, expatriates entering South Africa for casual holidays, to visit family or even for business should not be concerned. This is provided they have a good understanding of the conditions of their non-resident approval or continued non-residence status and have planned their stays accordingly.
Visits like these do not constitute a risk for the expatriate as long as they are able to answer SARS when questioned about the reasons for these stays. They should also not be surprised if SARS uses their entry and exit logs as part of its audit and verification process.


title: Posvidchennia vodiya vartist procedury

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Those who want to finally get a driver's license should understand that prices have gone up in 2025. How much it costs to study at a driving school depends on many factors, including instructor fees, fuel, and the like. The cost of studying at a driving school itself has increased due to rising prices for various educational materials. So, let's calculate how much a driver's license will cost in 2025 and how much money you'll have to save.
How to get a driver's license?
Getting a driver's license is a dream for many. And it all starts with theory. They study traffic rules, the basics of road safety, first aid, and even the technical features of the car. And of course, this theoretical course affects how much it costs to get a car license.
If you need to pass the license, the price will depend on the form of training. Full-time training will cost more. But the price of passing the license, when studying online, will be more pleasant.
So how much does it cost to buy a license? For example, classical full-time attendance at classes will reduce your wallet by about 3500-6500 hryvnias. Mastering the theory online will cost 1500-3500 hryvnias. Moreover, how much it costs to get a license depends on where you do it, because in a small town, prices will be more pleasant than in a metropolis.
And of course, how much a driver's license costs depends on the practice. The cost of a 60-minute lesson also depends on the city. On average, we are talking about the following prices:
in small towns, a lesson will cost 500-700 UAH;
in the regional center, the amount is 700-900 UAH;
in the capital and similar large cities, the cost is already 900-1200 UAH.
As for the duration of the practice, 40 hours are allocated for mechanics, and 38 hours for the machine gun.
In addition, when you have your license, many people are interested in how much an international driver's license costs. This one will cost only 34.16 UAH.
In general, the total cost of training is 30-50 thousand hryvnias. And this is taking into account additional costs, such as study materials, exams, and preparation of the necessary documents.
Motorcycle license - how much does it cost in 2025?
Another question is how much it costs to study for a category A driver's license. For example, if you have a higher category and have more than a year of driving experience, you don't need a theory exam. And the cost here will start at UAH 6500. But training from scratch will cost from UAH 14,000 and will of course include a theory exam. So how much a motorcycle license costs depends on the training.


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I have listed a new property at 30 West Grove MEWS SW in Calgary. See details here
**OPEN HOUSE SAT JUNE 14 11AM TO 230PM** Welcome to your dream home in a serene Calgary cul-de-sac, where modern luxury meets family-friendly living in this meticulously upgraded Cedarglen-built residence. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood with young families and retirees, this home offers elevated ceilings across all floors for an airy ambiance, LED lighting with a 3-year lifespan, and smart switches for phone-controlled lighting. Custom shelving adorns all closets and pantries, while wireless signal boosters, upgraded CAT ethernet cabling, and a home security system ensure connectivity and peace of mind. Energy-efficient appliances, including a low-water-use dishwasher and washer/dryer, a reverse osmosis system for purified drinking water, and a soft water system enhance daily living. The living room dazzles with a gas fireplace featuring floor-to-ceiling tile, a reinforced TV wall with in-wall cable management, and seven additional windows for abundant light, while the gourmet kitchen boasts a stone sink, upgraded gas stove, and built-in garbage/recycling/compost. The master suite is an oasis with a custom cabinetry walk-in closet and a spa-inspired ensuite with his-and-her elevated sinks, a fully tiled shower with starphire crystal glass, a bench, and a luxurious tiled bathtub with a full-wall mirror and barn-door entry. The expansive bonus room, with vaulted ceilings, surround sound, and an enlarged layout over the garage, is perfect for gatherings. The basement offers rubber flooring and mirrors for a home gym, plus a quartz countertop, sink, and storage in a versatile fourth “bedroom” (currently an art room) with a reinforced TV wall. Additional upgrades include a central vacuum system, multi-zone A/C and heating with separate thermostats, upgraded easy-clean toilets, blackout blinds in all bedrooms, and a his-and-her laundry station. Outside, two stone garden beds and an irrigation system await your personal touch. Located steps from a bus stop and within walking distance or a 3-5 minute drive to shops, schools, and amenities, this home is just 10-15 minutes from downtown Calgary and 45 minutes to the mountains, with Banff just over an hour away. In a growing community, this exceptional home blends cutting-edge upgrades with warmth and convenience. Schedule your private viewing today!


title: Reserve commodore named a hometown hero

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On Friday, October 13, 2023, the Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, paid tribute to Commodore (Ret’d) Laraine Orthlieb through Parks Canada’s Hometown Heroes program. The ceremony was held in Calgary at HMCS Tecumseh in the presence of dignitaries and family members.
Born in Saint John N.B., Laraine Orthlieb became the first female flag officer, the second woman at the helm of a ship’s company, and eventually retired with the rank of Commodore. When she was the Captain of HMCS Tecumseh, the naval establishment on land was named “Best Naval Reserve Division in Canada” in 1985. She also received considerable recognition in her community for her work in both the navy and private sector.
In addition to her work in the navy, Commodore (Ret’d) Orthlieb played an instrumental role in the creation of the Naval Museum of Alberta, the largest naval museum in Canada, where the history and traditions of Canada’s navy act as an inspiration to all who visit. Commodore (Ret’d) Orthlieb is a true leader who has opened doors for women in the navy and her actions have inspired many women sailors.
To mark the 100th anniversary of the Naval Reserve in 2023, Parks Canada is honored to add Commodore (Ret’d) Laraine Orthlieb to the Hometown Heroes program. Commodore (Ret’d) Orthlieb joins a growing list of Canadians who have been recognized for their contributions as strong community leaders who are in alignment with the Parks Canada mandate and its priorities and for their efforts to help preserve and promote Canada’s natural and cultural heritage as part of the Hometown Heroes program.


tier: polar

title: 409

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Dark money spending has risen dramatically in recent elections. But it’s especially concerning coming from federal contractors, since the billions of dollars at stake open glaring windows for corruption, and since contractors do everything from supply our military, to run our veterans’ care, to test air and water quality. The President can take a critical step by issuing an executive order that mandates government contractors disclose their political spending.
In his most recent State of the Union address, President Barack Obama spoke out against this wave of dark money. He was right to do so. But it is time for more than words. The President has the power and authority to immediately require disclosure of political spending by government contractors. We urge him to act now.
The good news is the President can take a critical step to address this problem — without the cooperation of a Congress that has shown itself unable and unwilling to do so — by issuing an Executive Order to require government contractors to disclose all of their campaign contributions.
Such disclosure would not bring all dark money to light, but it would expose a type of dark money that should be especially troubling: campaign contributions that could have been given to influence a contract awarded by the government. The federal government spends hundreds of billions of dollars on such contracts every year. Disclosure would protect the integrity of the contract award process, and provide the public with confidence that taxpayer money is not being misused to reward big donations.
Moreover, we know that government contractors, their affiliates, and principals, are big contributors of disclosed money; there is every reason to believe a significant portion of the dark money that has entered our politics in recent years could be from them as well. Shining light on this spending will make our democracy as a whole more transparent — exactly what the President says he wants.


title: Automatic real time guidance of laser machining

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Optical coherence imaging can measure hole depth in real-time during laser drilling without being blinded by intense machining light or incoherent plasma emissions. Rapid measurement of etch rate and stochastic melt relaxation makes these images useful for process development and quality control in a variety of materials including metals, semiconductors, and dielectrics. The ability to image through the ablation crater in materials transparent to imaging light allows the guidance of blind hole cutting even with limited a priori knowledge of the sample. Significant improvement in hole depth accuracy with the application of manual feedback from this imaging has been previously demonstrated [P. J. L. Webster et al., Opt. Lett. 35, 646 (2010)]. However, the large quantity of raw data and computing overhead are obstacles for the application of coherent imaging as a truly automatic feedback mechanism. Additionally, the high performance components of coherent imaging systems designed for their traditional application in biological imaging are costly and may be unnecessary for materials processing. In this work, we present a coherent imaging system design that costs less than a fifth of comparable commercial products. We also demonstrate streamlined image processing suited for automated feedback that increases processing speed by two orders of magnitude.
Automatic real-time guidance of laser machining with inline coherent imaging Available to Purchase
Paul J. L. Webster, Logan G. Wright, Kevin D. Mortimer, Ben Y. Leung, Joe X. Z. Yu, James M. Fraser; Automatic real-time guidance of laser machining with inline coherent imaging. J. Laser Appl. 1 May 2011; 23 (2): 022001. https://doi.org/10.2351/1.3567955
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Mail Transfer Agent: MTA is an email gateway. i.e. Cisco Email Security Appliance (ESA)
DNS MX record: An MX record, or mail exchanger record, is a record that specifies the mail server (MTA) responsible for receiving email for its domain. MX records can prioritize servers when multiple mail servers exist in the domain.
DNS A record: Used to locate the IP address of the MTA specified by the MX record.
Groupware server: A server that accepts, forwards, delivers, and stores messages on behalf of users who only need to connect to the email infrastructure. It also manages collaborative schedules, maintains calendars, and performs other related services to members interacting within a group.
SMTP client: initiate the connection request to an SMTP server.
SMTP server: Will receive the connection request from the SMTP client.
Mail user agent: The MUA is a software client application like Outlook, groupware
Post Office Protocol: The POP is an application-layer protocol used by the MUA to retrieve email from a mail server. Listens on TCP port 110. POP3* When the messages are downloaded, they are deleted from the email server.
Internet Message Access Protocol: The IMAP is also an application-layer protocol that is used by the MUA to retrieve email from a mail server. An IMAP server typically listens on TCP port 143. Virtually all modern email clients (mail user agent) support IMAP. IMAP allows you to access your email wherever you are, from any device. IMAP and the POP3 are the two most prevalent standard protocols for email retrieval.
Messaging Application Programming Interface: The MAPI is also an application-layer protocol that is used by the MUA to retrieve email from a mail server and is primarily associated with Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft Outlook. It performs the services similar to IMAP but also provides other groupware functions that are associated with Outlook and Exchange


title: THE HERLONG DIFFERENCE

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THE HERLONG DIFFERENCE
Enjoy individualized rehab sessions with our physical therapists in high-energy environments where athletes and physically-active people can feel right at home. We’re with you every step of the way, from the start of your recovery to your return to participation in athletic activity.
Our doctors of physical therapy are highly-respected in the field. Our team regularly reads and even publishes research articles on a wide range of topics in the field. We’re committed to continuing education so we can develop the best methods the industry has to offer.
Each member of our team is Maryland born and raised, and we care about the community that we’ve spent our lives in! When we’re not at work, you can find us participating in local events, fundraisers, and exploring everything this great state has to offer.
HSPT: Modern Physical Therapy in Maryland
Our physical therapists use manual therapy to aid the speed and effectiveness of recovery. These treatments lead to reduced pain and swelling and increased mobility in the areas affected.
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Saturday, February 14, 2015 at Mill City Nights
Presented by AEG Live
Event Details: Lights with X Ambassadors
Venue: Mill City Nights
Show Date/Time: Saturday, February 14, 2015 at 8pm. Doors 7pm. Ages 15+
GA Tickets: $16.00 ($18 day of show)
Tickets on sale this Friday, December 19 at 10am at the Mill City Nights box office, at The Electric Fetus in Minneapolis, Discland in Bloomington, Down in the Valley in Golden Valley, by calling 1-888-9-AXS-TIX or online at www.millcitynights.com.
If you count yourself a longtime member of the devoted Cult of Lights, prepare to fully lose your mind to Little Machines. This record a gleaming, groundbreaking, generously tuneful slab of brightly hued 21st-century techno pop brimming with songs so immediate and timelessly pure of heart that they feel like old friends on delivery is going to make perfect sense to you in the best way possible.
If youre new to Lights, no worries: youve picked a fine place to start. Little Machines represents a self-assured expansion upon everything the diminutive Canadian singer, songwriter and synth enthusiast has done before. Now you can dive into the back catalogue with informed ears.
That catalogue has set the creative bar pretty high, for the record. Lightss last outing, 2011s Siberia, was a strikingly ambitious sophomore LP that turned many a head by introducing layers of synthetic dissonance and juddering dubstep bass into her signature, sweetly melodic electro-pop sound. It was a struggle to get Siberia past the gatekeepers and out into the world, but when it did get out there to a No. 3 debut and gold sales at home in Canada, more than 100,000 copies moved worldwide and no small amount of international critical acclaim it put Lights in the perfect position to conquer the planet with her next album.
The only trouble was the next album refused to come. Despite having Siberias artistic risktaking validated by positive reviews and strong sales, Lights couldnt come up with a note or a lyric she liked for the follow-up and descended into a bottomless pit of self-doubt. Its astonishing to think that a musician whos demonstrated so much flagrant promise and confidence from an early age might wind up stricken with fear that it was all over by her mid-20s, but thats what happened: Lights was convinced shed run out of things to say. It was a case of, as she puts it, the worst writers block ever.
In the moment, I spent so many nights just bawling, Lights concedes over a cocktail and a nibble at Sneaky Dees, the hallowed Toronto punk-rock eatery and live venue where she was once a beloved enough regular to have an entire dish the Cactus in the Valley nachos named in her honour. What am I gonna do? I dont have it anymore. Ive just lost it.
Lights dabbled in painting and poetry. She sought refuge in the music of the many female artists, from Patti Smith to Cyndi Lauper, whove inspired her over the years. She disappeared into the New Mexico hinterlands on a solo writing sojourn that found her living off the grid in an eco-friendly earthship. And suddenly, once shed stopped worrying about what she was going to do next and started enjoying simply listening to music again, the songs started to flow.
Lights proved her forward-thinking electro-mettle with Siberia, so on Little Machines working with producer/engineer Drew Pearson (Katy Perry, OneRepublic) and A-list mixer Mark Spike Stent (U2, Madonna, Beyoncé) shes allowed the futuristic electronics to sit on a more even keel with the acute sense of melody she displayed on her 2009 debut, The Listening. It was about the lyrics and the melodies and dealing with the production later, she says.
It was about getting this killer song that you could strip down and play. Little Machines is less concerned with making a self-conscious artistic statement than its predecessor, and more concerned with letting the exuberant tunefulness of songs like the breezy Running with the Boys, How We Do It (which features the triumphant refrain: It doesnt go out in a blaze of glory / Its all about how you ended up where), and the anthemic first single Up We Go, sell itself unadorned.
At 27, Lights is no longer the preternaturally talented kid who signed her first deal at 15. During the writing and recording of Little Machines, she and husband Beau Bokan (of L.A. metalcore outfit Blessthefall) were expecting their first child, a daughter named Rocket Wild Bokan born this past February. Nevertheless, theres a contagious, youthful vitality to the music that goes hand in hand with its themes of nostalgia and yearning for an escape to simpler times.
She also wrestled with the age-old questions artists ask themselves: What purpose do I serve in the world of music? What can I offer people? she says. So I started writing about things that mattered to me, and those things were youth and this awesome naïveté that I used to have. I didnt write anything that was trying to be something, which felt really good.
After all the hard labor that went into Little Machines, Lights is now delighted to find that becoming a mother has rejuvenated her creativity. As real as the tears and late-night panics were, the writers block turned out to be a false alarm. Shes still got plenty to left to say and, as she concludes, I wound up making what I think is the best thing Ive ever done.
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For many years I have been trying to find a solution to the atrocious
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Discord servers are a platform where people join to communicate on common interests.
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Although spamming others is illegal on Discord and can get you kicked out or your account terminated, you can use different spamming bots on Discord. Visit the bot’s page and check the installation instructions on your device. You can then configure the bot to fit your requirements and proceed to target and spam a given server. The bots differ in their features. So, check the bot with the features that suit your need.
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Discord servers are created daily; you may become a Discord server moderator or admin at some point.
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Discord is against spamming others on Discord. So, if you are caught using a spamming bot, you risk getting your Discord account banned or terminated.
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You can achieve much with Raid-ToolBox, from message spamming to avatar change. You can access its usage information on its GitHub page.
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You can use three main spamming bots: Spambot, Raid-Toolbox, and Discord spam bot.
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It is possible to spam a Discord server, but only if you have a Discord bot. We’ve covered three main bots you can use to spam a Discord server.
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Here we go again…..Somethig is wrong!
I’ve been off the site for a while because of other health problems but back on July 3, 2017 I finally had my surgery done to remove the permanent sutures by my belly button that were causing me pain and pulling all the time. For those that don’t remember, I had suffered for months with terrible pelvic pain. Especially on the lower right and more so after bowel movements. I remember having severe pain after a forceful bowel movement as a result of taking too much calcium. That’s when it all started. After 7 months, I was finally diagnosed with an incarcerated femoral hernia and had it repaired. They put in a mesh. They also found a small hernia by my belly button and repaired it with permanent sutures. That where i had a problem with suture rejection and tugging pain. They finally removed those sutures 9 months after the original surgery! The relief was immediate as I no longer had that pulling and tugging pain with every movement or throbbing pain that continued all day. fast forward to this week. I got a flu about 2 weeks ago and although still recovering from the muscle and joint pain from that I developed a head cold and all the sneezing that goes along with it. About 6 days ago I sneezed so hard that although I braced myself, I felt pain in the same are as where the sutures were removed. I had pretty intense pain all day and had to take something for it that night. I have continued daily pain in the same area at 6 days after the fact. It is a deep ache. Something is not right! I discussed with my regular doctor when I went in for this viral thing and he said I have to go back to my hernia doctor. I told him that I didn’t want to go back to him so he gave me the name of someone else. Right now I am in so much post viral pain….fibro and fatigue….that I couldn’t get anything done anyway but I know it has to be checked. Am I crazy? Can this be happening again? I am at a loss here……………
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I am teaching the Game Preproduction class for the second time this semester, and this time I am joined by Antonio Sanders as a team-teacher from the School of Art. There are already a lot of interesting things happening as we have a class that is now have Computer Science majors and half Animation majors. We have also extended the class time to a "studio" duration, so we meet twice a week for three hours per meeting instead of the 75 minutes I had with my inaugural group last year.
Given that quick summary of our context, I want to share a significant change that we made to the prototyping process from last year. Last year, the team adjusted the schedule because we didn't dedicate enough ideation time to prototyping, and so this year, we set aside five days for this. Each day, the students are supposed to bring in a prototype that answers a design question. I remember this also being challenging last year, and it wasn't until late in that process that we remembered the seven questions that Lemarchand poses about prototypes in A Playful Production Process.
In an effort to get the students thinking more critically about their prototypes, we have required them to write short prototype reports that address Lemarchand's seven questions. The last of the questions, which Lemarchand himself typesets in bold to show its importance, is, "What question does this prototype answer?" What the reports help reveal, which was harder to see last year, were cases where the questions themselves were either malformed or unanswerable. That is, students are going into prototyping without a good idea of what prototyping is. Several times, I've seen students show their prototypes, and when I ask what design question they answer, the students have to look it up on their reports. This is pretty strong evidence that the questions were developed post hoc. What's most troubling is that, after having completed four of the planned five rounds, these problems are still rampant.
Early in the process, my teaching partner suggested students think about design questions in the form "Is X Y?" where X is a capability being prototyped and Y is a design goal. For example "Is holding the jump button down to fly giving the player a sense of freedom?" While this heuristic proved helpful, a lot of students struggled with it: in part, I think they didn't understand that it was only a heuristic, and in part because they haven't practiced the analysis skills required to pull a design question out of an inspiration. If I were to use this again, I'd follow the obvious-in-retrospect need to rename those variables, to something like "Does this player action produce this design goal?" (Unfortunately, the discussion of design goals comes up later in the book, so maybe even this idea is too fuzzy for the students.)
Many of the questions that students want to pursue are actually research questions. I mean this in both the colloquial and the academic senses. A question like, "Does adding a sudden sound make the player scared when they see the monster?" is obviously answered in the affirmative: one need only look at games that induce jump-scares to see that this is effective. Questions like, "Do timers increase player stress?" are simple design truisms that are not worth prototyping. In yesterday's class, I tried to explain to the students that if the question is generic then it's a research question, and that design questions are always about specifics. In particular, through science, we approach generic questions through specific experiments that attempt to answer the general question; through design, we answer specific questions through specifics directly.
Reflecting on these problems, it becomes clear that the earlier parts of the semester were not goal-directed enough. Students acknowledged after our in-class brainstorming session that they were not brainstorming game ideas (but that's a topic for another post). When the students did research, many of these were also not goal-directed. Now, in prototyping, we're more easily to see what students are interested in, and we can point out to them that their interests and issues can and should be solved by blue-sky ideation or by research. However, we haven't baked that into these first five weeks. Put another way, we took a waterfall approach to ideation whereas perhaps next year we should try an iterative one.
We're in the process of collecting summaries of all the students' prototypes. I put together a form that uses this template for students to self-describe prototypes that are viable for forming teams around:
This game will be a GENRE/TYPE where the player CORE MECHANISM to GOAL/THEME.
I'm eager to see if this was a helpful hook for the students. I will have to ask them about it on Tuesday and then see if it's something we can use with next year's cohort.


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Here’s a sure-fire sign of spring—the chickens are back in the field. Steve is relieved, having towed the coops down the muddy back road and come fairly close to sliding into a ditch. Judy is anxious, given that a late-winter snowfall could still throw a big wrench into chicken chores. The chickens, as best I can tell, are unimpressed. They went from pecking bare dirt up at the Tin House to pecking bare dirt out in the fields. Truth be told, we could have given them better forage—there are several fields where winter peas are peeping up, and the girls would love to tear into that. But they’re here to work, just like all us, and right now we need them to work their magic in the soon-to-be-kale beds. As recently as four months ago, these beds were full of carrots, so there was no chance to get a cover crop planted. So yes, the chickens may be grumbling now, but they’ll be fine—in two weeks, they’ll literally be moving on to greener pastures.
The weather has been mild enough to induce thoughts of early seeding. That said, we know the value of playing it safe. Even if the air is warm, the soil is still cold, and it would only take a few twenty-degree nights to bring us back to February. So to keep busy while we wait for spring to truly arrive, we attend to the perennials—pruning the berries, cleaning up the herb beds, etc. I’m excited to get at it, and I haven’t been this excited in years. Perennials are an important feature of most diversified farms, but for us they’ve had a somewhat tortured history. Back in 2007, when the farm was a blank slate, Dan and I happily devoted entire fields to berries, asparagus, and rhubarb, so eager were we to get ourselves established. But we planted more than we could care for, and it wasn’t long before weeds, shade, and drainage issues overwhelmed us. After feeling sheepish about it for several years, I decided to start over, reasoning it was better than continuing to limp along. In the fall of 2017, we began prepping new blueberry beds, adding woodchips and sulfur to achieve the right soil acidity. We’d hoped to plant new bushes last spring, but when the pH was still too high, we decided to hold off another year. Now we’re ready to plant. It’ll be three to five years before we get a harvest, so in the meantime, we’ll continue caring for our original bushes in the berry field.
Despite the blueberry delay, we did manage to plant both strawberries and raspberries in Chapel Field last spring. We’re confident the strawberries will be fine, since we treat them like annuals. Raspberries, however, are a different story. In 2008, we planted nine hundred feet in a field full of mugwort, not knowing how much handweeding would be involved. In years that followed, many volunteers filled their fingers with raspberry thorns as they beat back the weeds, but the weeds always returned. By 2015, we’d had enough. Sad as we were to surrender, we understood the necessity of it, and we disked the rows under. In 2018, we started over, but with several major changes. For one, we only planted 260 feet. Second, the beds are starting out relatively weed-free. Third, the beds are narrow. Taken together, these changes should give us an edge on the weeds. We expect our first harvest this fall, and our hope is that by the end of the season, we’ll have learned that we can handle more. From an emotional standpoint, it’s much easier to add acreage than to take it away.
The blackberries, for the record, will remain put. They’re the only perennial that thrives in the berry field, and we’re not inclined to mess with success. In fact, last year, on a whim, we planted an extra row, as Glenn happened to be getting rid some of his plants. I once read that blackberries can break through the foundation of a house. If that’s true, it should surprise no one that they can break through the compacted clay soil of the berry field.


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A beautiful and experimental new release from Eunmi Ko delivers a variety of contemporary and somewhat personal pieces of music that are heavily based around piano which is Eunmi's performances throughout the record for the most part and this is a company by everything from percussion, and at times even saxophone.
The 12 views on Life release consists of 14 pieces of music and they arrange anywhere from 4 minutes to almost 9 Minutes at times and there's such a wide variety of outside the box approaches and cinematic undertones that give these songs a breath of life that it's very hard to turn away from.
These songs really take you to a whole different place and if you're able to have the time, listening to the entire record is a really in-depth and engulfing experience and I mean that in the best way is possible because you are taking on these sorts of avant-garde journeys through elements of chamber music, theatrical feels, and plenty of experimental tonalities that all come together and create this beautiful atmosphere.
This is a unique release and the album features pieces of music that offer different perspectives on the human condition, and you get a glimpse of that from the very first track.
But really astounds me about this release is not only it's experimental approaches and how it's a gigantic piece of music that is released with almost no boundaries or walls built around it, but the piano work is really just alive and right in your face.
You really don't know what to expect to the point where, by the time you get a few tracks in, you begin to actually expect the unexpected and that to me is very refreshing in a lot of ways.
The record represents taking a trip really reliving some of the highs and lows of life and this is something that comes straight from the artist herself so when you listen to the record you can kind of feel these different sorts of emotional drives that started off as a platform for some of these songs.
There's absolutely nothing cookie cutter about any of this and this is inviting, refreshing, addictive, and are you find yourself surrounded by the music at certain points and you forget where you are.
You get so wrapped up in what the songs have to offer and the different and diverse but still sort of contemporary undertones that you almost need to snap yourself out of it when the songs are over.
So, you can imagine while listening to the full album actually does for you. You get elements of chamber, classical, contemporary, even hints of jazz here and there, improvisational, and so much more just all rolled up into this one massive release and I think that it's something that would appeal to people that look to music to escape.
Just taking the time to swim through this whole album release and see what it does for you. See the places it takes you.


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Welcome to 5 Fold Agency, your go-to destination for unparalleled consulting and analytical services. In today's interconnected digital world, online reputation has become a vital aspect of any successful business. One crucial component of managing your reputation is leveraging customer reviews through platforms such as Google, Yelp, and Facebook.
The Power of Customer Reviews
Customer reviews play a significant role in shaping public perception of your business. They influence potential customers' purchasing decisions and can make a substantial impact on your online visibility. By actively managing and responding to customer reviews, you can establish trust, build brand credibility, and attract new customers.
Comparing Google, Yelp, and Facebook Reviews
While there are various platforms available for collecting customer feedback, Google, Yelp, and Facebook are among the most widely used and influential. Let's delve deeper into each platform to understand their strengths and weaknesses:
1. Google Reviews
Google Reviews are essential for any business aiming to improve online visibility and local search rankings. As the most popular search engine worldwide, Google's extensive user base makes it an excellent platform for reaching a wide audience. Moreover, Google reviews directly affect your business's appearance in Google Maps and local search results.
By encouraging satisfied customers to leave positive reviews on Google, you can boost your business's reputation and increase its chances of appearing in the "Local Pack" - the prominent map listing that often appears at the top of search results. Responding professionally to reviews, whether positive or negative, showcases your commitment to customer satisfaction.
2. Yelp Reviews
Yelp, a popular review platform, caters to various industries, including restaurants, retail, and professional services. It boasts an engaged user base and is known for its comprehensive review criteria. Yelp's robust filtering policies aim to weed out fake or biased reviews, ensuring authenticity and reliability for potential customers.
Acquiring positive Yelp reviews can significantly impact your business's reputation in specific sectors. By engaging with users on Yelp, responding to reviews, and addressing concerns promptly, you demonstrate a customer-centric approach that can enhance your credibility.
3. Facebook Reviews
Facebook, the largest social media platform, offers businesses the opportunity to showcase their services, products, and customer testimonials. Facebook Reviews provide a unique advantage as they are seamlessly integrated into your business page and visible to your followers and potential customers.
By embedding customer reviews into your business's Facebook presence, you effectively engage with your audience and provide social proof to undecided prospects browsing your page. Promptly responding to reviews on Facebook demonstrates your commitment to customer satisfaction and efficient customer service.
The 5 Fold Agency Difference
At 5 Fold Agency, we understand how crucial managing your online reputation is to your business's success. Our team of SEO experts and high-end copywriters specializes in helping businesses like yours outrank competitors and excel in their digital journey. Leveraging the power of customer reviews on platforms like Google, Yelp, and Facebook is an integral part of our comprehensive approach.
With our expertise, we seamlessly integrate review management strategies tailored to your business's needs. Our personalized solutions focus on enhancing your online reputation, improving search engine rankings, and ultimately driving more traffic and conversions to your website.
When it comes to Google vs. Yelp vs. Facebook Reviews, each platform offers unique advantages and serves different purposes. At 5 Fold Agency, we believe in a holistic approach to online reputation management, leveraging the strengths of various platforms to maximize your business's reach.
Ready to take your online reputation to the next level? Contact 5 Fold Agency today and let us help you unlock the full potential of customer reviews.


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Mini battery Diffuser
250.00 AEDPrice doesn’t include (5% Vat)
Experience a continuous burst of freshness with the Mini Battery Diffuser. Designed for convenience, this cordless, compact device utilizes advanced waterless nebulization, ensuring a clean, even scent without heat, residue, or dilution. Whether at home, in your office, or on the go, this diffuser transforms any space into a haven of long-lasting fragrance.
Unlike traditional diffusers, the Mini Battery Diffuser uses waterless nebulization technology, which breaks essential oils into ultra-fine particles without the need for water or heat. This preserves the purity of the fragrance and ensures a longer-lasting, more natural aroma.
Small WiFi Diffuser
300.00 AEDPrice doesn’t include (5% Vat)
Smart Scents, Lasting Impressions
Transform your space with The Scentry Small WiFi Diffuser, where technology meets elegance. More than just a gadget, it’s your personal gateway to a home filled with warmth, relaxation, and cherished memories. With a simple tap on your phone, effortlessly infuse your surroundings with your favorite fragrance—creating an ambiance that soothes, uplifts, and welcomes you with every breath. Stylish, smart, and seamlessly connected, it’s the perfect touch to make your home feel truly yours.Small Plus Diffuser
350.00 AEDPrice doesn’t include (5% Vat)
Elevate Every Moment with Enchanting Scents
Experience the art of fragrance with The Scentry Small Plus Diffuser. More than just a diffuser, it’s a sensory invitation to turn your home into a haven of warmth and cherished memories. With every gentle mist, it fills your space with captivating aromas, creating an ambiance of comfort, relaxation, and pure joy. Whether unwinding after a long day or setting the mood for special moments, let its soothing fragrance transform your everyday spaces into something truly magical.Medium Diffuser
650.00 AEDPrice doesn’t include (5% Vat)
Where Fragrance Becomes Emotion
Transform your space with the Medium Diffuser, more than just a device—it’s a storyteller of scent. With every whisper of fragrance, it fills your surroundings with enchanting aromas that evoke warmth, comfort, and cherished memories. Let each breath transport you to a sanctuary of serenity, where every corner is infused with a sense of home, heart, and harmony. Elevate your atmosphere with the perfect blend of elegance and tranquility.


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Sep 07, 2017 · The basic difference between VPN and proxy is that a Proxy server allows to hide, conceal and make your network id anonymous by hiding your IP address. While a VPN has benefits over the proxy by creating what is called a secure tunnel over the public Internet between computers or hosts.
While VPNs and proxy servers both allow you to access the web from a different location, a VPN is much more secure than a proxy server. Where proxies only secure your web browser, VPNs secure and A proxy server sits between your computer and the internet. Acting as a bridge between your web browser and internet services like websites and software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms, a proxy server can potentially make your internet a bit faster as well as more private and secure. May 22, 2020 · The fastest VPN and Proxy Network powered by 3K+ Gigabit Servers with unmetered bandwidth 3,000+ VPN servers in 68 VPN server locations in 50 countries. All systems running normal. Choose from 5000+ of servers in 60+ countries, optimized for your different needs. Check the real-time server load indicators for faster connection. Jun 10, 2020 · Additionally, organizations can couple their proxy server with a Virtual Private Network (VPN), so remote users always access the internet through the company proxy. A VPN is a direct connection to the company network that companies provide to external or remote users. VPN Shield 2 Internet Security - Proxy Connection for Encrypt Messages and Protect Online Data, Unblock Websites, Change Location and Hide IP for Anonymous Browsing Rated 4 out of 5 stars 4.19999980926514 5 For Proxy enter one of NordVPN’s servers addresses, that allows P2P traffic. You can find the best Proxy server for you using our server picker . In our server picker click on Show advanced options , click on Select server type and choose P2P , then click on Select security protocol and choose Socks5 or HTTP Proxy to see the recommended server.
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To create anonymity on the Internet using iNinja VPN/Proxy, which is absolutely free and available in the repository extensions for Google. By installing iNinja VPN for Google Chrome, you can easily visit any sites on the Internet, while maintaining anonymity. The extension presented free and ad-free VPN proxy service that provides a fast and
Each server supports all popular protocols, including: IKEv2, WireGuard, OpenVPN, SoftEther, SSTP and SOCKS. With the very best server locations and low ping times, the internet is yours for the taking — wherever you might be. Our VPN and proxy is supported by all BitTorrent clients, so you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to get up
Jul 05, 2020 · VPN Server Locations / Addresses. Following you will find global Smart DNS Proxy VPN (Virtual Private Network) Server addresses. Every location has multiple servers running for redundancy and speed. In your setup, you need to COPY the Address field of the location you like to get connected and PASTE it to your setup. A proxy (actually called a ‘proxy server’) is a special type of server that essentially serves as an intermediary between your computer and a web based resource (web page, video, MP3, torrent, etc.). When you use a proxy, your computer first connects to the proxy server, which collects your request and forwards it to the server the web A VPN, Smart DNS and Proxy Server can each provide you with added layers of security to protect your privacy online, or help you to access services which are locked to specific regions. By Proxy servers do not work with VPN. Use the VPN server when you are connecting to an internal UDelNet server and need a private 10.7 address. Use a proxy server when you are connecting to an outside Web host and need a public 128.175 IP address. You must disconnect the VPN server to use the proxy server, and you should logout from the proxy


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Here is Mickey getting ready to chomp a blade of grass that his Mom got for him outside. Mickey loves grass, but he stays inside, so Mom has to go get it for him and feed it to him one blade at a time. He really has her trained well. In 1993, Mickey's Mom had just lost a long-time kitty and was at the vet's filling out some paperwork. The vet lady asked her if she would be getting another cat and the Mom answered that she would know when the time was right for that and she wanted another long-haired black cat. Just then they both heard a loud meow and the Mom remarked that some patient wasn't enjoying his treatment. The vet lady said that it wasn't a patient, but a kitten waiting for adoption and it was a black kitten, but it was a short-hair. The Mom said she would take a look. The kitten was Mickey and as soon as he saw the Mom he stretched out both his arms to her as far as he could reach and meowed really loudly. To the Mom it sounded like, "Take me home!" and so she did. Mickey has two four-year old sisters whose companionship he enjoys, though he doesn't play with them. At fourteen, he much prefers lying in the sunshine, watching the critters outside and snuggling with his Mom to playing.
Mickey loves having grass to eat.
His Mom brings it inside as a treat.
He finds it sublime.
One blade at a time,
His Mom feeds him his grassy treat.


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Discover Your Perfect Ride: Explore Used Vehicles for Sale at Stivers CDJR
Finding the right car can feel like a big adventure, especially if you're on a budget. At Stivers CDJR, we've got a wide variety of used cars that fit your needs and price range. Whether you're after a spacious SUV or a small sedan, we've got something that's just right for you. Let's check out why our used cars are a wise choice.
Quality Used Vehicles Await
Picking a used ride from Stivers CDJR means you're getting both quality and variety. We've got models like the Jeep Grand Cherokee, which is known for being tough and comfortable, and the Chrysler Pacifica, which is a family favorite because it has a lot of room and high-tech features. You can also find the Dodge Durango, which is both powerful and stylish. Every car in our inventory is thoroughly inspected, so you can drive home knowing you made the right choice.
Benefits of Buying Pre-Owned
A certified pre-owned (CPO) provides the benefits of a used car, along with the added protection of a manufacturer's limited warranty. Plus, with complementary inspections and history reports, you'll get a clearer picture of how the vehicle's doing. You don't need to stress about taking the car in for a pre-purchase inspection.
If you run into any mechanical problems shortly after getting your vehicle, they might be covered under the CPO warranties. Major automakers' CPO programs come with a limited powertrain warranty that covers key parts like the engine and transmission. This could help you save some cash on what might end up being an expensive fix. Most CPO warranties also include a bumper-to-bumper warranty and a powertrain warranty. You might be able to get extended warranties for certain purchases.
Many CPO programs also offer additional benefits, such as roadside assistance and complimentary maintenance. If you're in the market for a luxury vehicle, you might also enjoy perks like trip protection and concierge services.
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Worried about how to pay for your new ride? Don't sweat it. We offer a variety of financing options tailored to fit your budget. Whether you have good credit, bad credit, or no credit, our team will work with you to find the best plan. We want to make the process as easy as pie. You can even start the application process on our website. With competitive rates and flexible terms, we make getting behind the wheel of your dream car a reality.
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At Stivers CDJR, we love treating our customers to great deals. Our specials on used vehicles change regularly, giving you the chance to snag something extraordinary at an unbeatable price. Keep an eye on our website, or stop by to see what's new. We often run promotions that can save you money or add extra perks to your purchase. Who doesn't love a good deal?
Ready To Find Your New Ride?
At Stivers CDJR, we offer a large selection of used vehicles that cater to your every need. From quality models and financial options to special deals, we make car shopping fun and stress-free. Come explore our inventory today and schedule a test drive. We can't wait to help you find the perfect vehicle that fits your lifestyle and budget.
* Pricing - All vehicle pricing shown is assumed to be correct and accurate. Incentives, credit restrictions, qualifying programs, residency, and fees may raise, lower, or otherwise augment monthly payments. Additionally, incentives offered by the manufacturer are subject to change and may fluctuate or differ based on region and other considerations. Unless otherwise noted or specified, pricing shown does not include title, registration, or tax fees and costs. An electronic filing fee of $190.98 is extra, not included in the sale price. Low apr not combinable with low price on all inventory, See dealer for details.
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Our students intern with the state legislature, political campaigns, prosecutor’s offices, consulates, chambers of commerce, lobbying groups and advocacy groups.
Atlanta is the seat of state government and a hub for international business, foreign diplomatic missions, media, creative industries and government agencies from global to local levels. The city is also home to the headquarters of international organizations including CARE, Habitat for Humanity and the Carter Center.
Georgia State's Political Science Department has relationships with many Atlanta-based businesses, the state legislature and government agencies at federal, state and local levels. Our department also has relationships with non-profits focusing on issues ranging from improving our justice system to conserving the planet.
We can connect you with the optimum opportunity to expand your world and explore career paths while pursuing your degree.
Our pre-law club, mock trial team and nationally recognized judicial politics faculty will get you on your way. Or work with a municipal government through the Georgia Municipal Association or with county commissioners through the Association of County Commissioners in Georgia.
Apply to participate in our Zoukis Summer Institute and gain invaluable exposure to politics and justice. Participants get experience with research into all aspects of mandatory sentencing and related tough-on-crime policies.
The Model U.N. and the Model Arab League programs offer learning experiences where the practical skills learned in class are applied outside the classroom at regional, national and international levels. Teams compete nationally and internationally each year. In recent years the teams have traveled to competitions in New York, Washington, D.C, Boston, Japan, Morocco, Bosnia, South Korea, France, Egypt and Turkey.
Mock Trial is open to all Georgia State University students from all departments. The group is strengthened by students’ diverse majors, backgrounds, career goals, talents and interests. What brings the group together is the love of competing in mock trial tournaments against other colleges all over the country.


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The Gulf Breeze sightings have been a topic of discussion among UFO enthusiasts for decades. In 1987, Ed Walters, a Gulf Breeze resident, captured photographs of a strange object that appeared to be a UFO. Since then, the area has become a hot spot for USO (Unidentified Submerged Object) activity, with numerous sightings reported in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean.
In this episode of UFO Hunters, Bill Birnes and his team set sail on the Royal Indulgence to investigate the Gulf Breeze sightings. They interview witnesses and examine the evidence, including Ed Walters’ photographs.
The Gulf Breeze sightings have been met with skepticism, with some people claiming that Ed Walters’ story is a hoax. One of the main arguments against the authenticity of the photographs is the possibility of double exposure. However, Birnes argues that the first photograph clearly shows the tree blocking part of the object, which would be impossible to replicate with a simple double exposure. Additionally, there were numerous witnesses who reported seeing the same object as Walters, which lends credibility to his story.
Birnes also notes the similarities between the craft in Ed Walters’ photographs and a craft that was hand-drawn by a witness in Cuba. Both objects have a basic acorn shape and lights surrounding them, with a light appearing to come from the bottom of the craft. This type of craft has also been reported in other sightings, such as the Kecksburg incident in 1965.
The Gulf Breeze sightings continue to be a topic of interest among UFO enthusiasts and skeptics alike. While some may dismiss the sightings as hoaxes or misidentifications, others believe that they provide compelling evidence of extraterrestrial visitation. Regardless of one’s beliefs, the Gulf Breeze sightings serve as a reminder of the enduring mystery surrounding UFOs and the possibility of life beyond our planet.


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Hyderabad: In tribute to legendary theatre artist and Hyderabad’s beloved, Qadir Ali Baig, on his 41st death anniversary, the Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Foundation will stage its latest production, Sunset-Sunrise, at the Radisson Blu Plaza in Banjara Hills on Sunday, June 1, at 7:30 pm.
Written by Noor Baig and produced by the late Begum Razia Baig, the play features veteran theatre artist Mohammad Ali Baig alongside Rashmi Seth, Vijay Prasad, and Aditi Nag.
Sunset-Sunrise offers a nuanced portrayal of Indian families who have made foreign countries their home, only to leave their elderly parents behind. The cast recently received a standing ovation for its powerful performance from Indian Army personnel at the Secunderabad Cantonment.
Interestingly, the play will coincide with the Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Foundation’s 20th anniversary. It was established by the Congress government of undivided Andhra Pradesh in 2005 to honour the late theatre doyen, Qadir Ali Baig, who was instrumental in reviving Hyderabad’s theatre scene and gaining international recognition over the last two decades.
Qadir Ali Baig gained national prominence in the 1970s and 1980s, elevating Hyderabad’s cultural landscape. His plays travelled to Delhi and Mumbai, theatre hubs of India, and won several national awards.
His performances left an indelible mark on the Deccan’s cultural heritage, establishing Hyderabad as a significant hub for theatre in India.
Praying tribute to Baig, Telangana Governor, Jishnu Dev Varma, said the former was a visionary and his plays left a lasting imprint on society. “Qadir Ali Baig Sahib was a luminary whose vision transcended his era. His legacy, proudly upheld by his family, continues to shape Hyderabad’s cultural identity and inspire theatre practitioners nationwide. He was truly born to the stage,” the Governor’s tribute read.