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Illinois “Click-Through Nexus” Law Held Unconstitutional

By Alistair M. Nevius, J.D.

Court Decisions

The Circuit Court for Cook County in Illinois issued a bench decision and order that declared Illinois’s “click-through nexus” law unconstitutional (Performance Marketing Ass’n v. Hamer, No. 2011 CH 26333 (Ill. Cir. Ct. Cook Cty. 5/7/12)).

The order found that the law (35 Ill. Comp. Stat. 105/2), which expanded the definition of retailers obligated to collect sales tax to those having a contract with a person located in Illinois who refers potential customers through a link on the Illinois person’s website (a so-called click-through connection), violated the Commerce Clause and (by violating the federal Internet Tax Freedom Act, P.L. 105-277) the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution.

Performance Marketing Association

Performance Marketing Association (PMA), the plaintiff in the case, is a national trade association whose members are in the performance marketing business, which the PMA defines as marketing and advertising programs in which the person (called a publisher or affiliate) displays an advertisement (in this case, on the internet) and is paid, usually when there is a sale. The PMA also states that there is usually no other connection between the advertiser and publisher.

According to the PMA, Illinois premised its tax collection on this slim connection. PMA’s complaint alleged two Commerce Clause violations: (1) that the law violated the requirement under the Commerce Clause that there be substantial nexus or a minimum connection between an out-of-state retailer and the state before the state may impose the obligation to collect sales tax; and (2) that the law improperly burdened interstate commerce because it used the publishers’ location in Illinois to establish the requirement to collect sales tax and did not limit the obligation to sales to customers located in Illinois. It also claimed that the law violated the Internet Tax Freedom Act provision prohibiting multiple or discriminatory taxes on electronic commerce (Internet Tax Freedom Act, §1101(a)(2)).

The Court’s Ruling

The order, which granted PMA’s motion for summary judgment, included the following findings:

  • The law failed the substantial nexus requirement of the Commerce Clause and therefore was unenforceable. In addition, the law could not be construed in a way to preserve its validity.
  • The Internet Tax Freedom Act preempted the Illinois law by virtue of the Supremacy Clause.

The court explicitly declined to rule whether the act violated the Commerce Clause by regulating commerce outside of Illinois because the claim was moot as a result of the first two findings.

In addition, because the case involves the law’s constitutionality, the court found its ruling was directly appealable to the Illinois Supreme Court under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 302(a). The state is expected to appeal the decision.

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Top 10 Favourite Planets In the Solar System

What is your favourite planet of the Solar System? Vote here!

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1 Earth

I like earth because its many wonderful places

If you love Earth so much, why don't we all just go there? Oh wait... - Songsta41

Three words."we live there" - MewtwoEx1212

Earth is great and Dwarf Planet is a subcategory of planet just like Gas Giant. The IAU is very close minded and refuses to reopen the debate. There is about 19 planets in the Solar System and counting. It was lowered for kids to easier understand the names of planets but in the end it is understanding planets as a whole and the Solar System can have as many planets as it wants. The IAU is not in charge of the definition and most Astronomers disagree with them. So please reopen the debate. - LelouchYagami

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2 Saturn

Favourite want to go there.

Bro, shoot, this planet is a giantly cool planet

Saturn is so cool if you think about it. It's got billions of little pieces of rock and ice circling around it. I wish I lived there - ryanrimmel

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3 Mars

Mars should be the home planet, it is a red planet, it is a sand planet, it is a cold planet, it is a awesome planet. If I was you, I would pack my stuff and to Mars right now!

Take a look at the lawman, beating up the wrong guy. Oh man, wonder if he'll ever know, he's in the best selling show. Is there life on Maa-a-ars? - PetSounds

I love mars! It could be inhabital, and it would be great to make a coloney there, although the weather would be an issue. - ToptenPizza

4 Jupiter

People don't know how much of an asset Jupiter is to Earth. It's powerful atmosphere can suck up objects heading towards our planet. - IronSabbathPriest

5 Neptune

I like Neptune because it is so blue and so pretty.

Neptune is so lonely. I felt an urge to comment on it so that it could feel loved. Don't worry, Neptune, I care. - BKAllmighty

This is actually my favorite planet. It can be so neglected. - Minecraftcrazy530

Agreed with BKAllmighty, Neptune is my favorite. - Beatlesboy9

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6 Venus

The atmosphere on venus will crush you, if you don't die from the heat or lack of oxygen first. Venus is the hottest lane, hotter then mars and its atmosphere crushes the strongest things in a few hours. It's earth where global warming went crazy. Plus NOTHING CAN LIVE THERE. - AbduZine

Interesting fact: a comet struck venus and reversed it's rotation. Which is why the sun rises in the west and sets in the east. - IronSabbathPriest

This planet is extremely dangerous to be honest - MLPFan

7 Mercury
8 Uranus

It's a beautiful planet

Uranus is by far the best looking planet but just because of its name not loved

I'm not laughing at the pronunciation. This is stupid.

I don't know why, but Uranus is my favorite. It's just so interesting to me!

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9 Pluto

Saturn is my favorite but I gotta show some love here

My dream would be to sit down on Pluto's surface watch Charon orbit around, star gaze into the heavens! Away from everyone else

It’s also the scariest planet. Weird sounds and is even creepier to look at

Pluto will always be a planet in my heart

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10 Ceres

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11 Haumea

Why is it oval

Egg planet for the win!

12 Eris
13 Sedna

This is such a cool planet. I wish people would talk about it more

is cool

14 Makemake
15 Orcus
16 2002 MS4
17 Salacia
18 Quaoar
19 2007 OR10
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Phone: 06 753 7484
Nurture You is about caring for all your health needs by providing a great variety of options to suit your Mind, Body & Soul. Ruth's sound Naturopathic base is greatly enhanced by the use of modern vibrational medicine and powerful Energy Healing skills. Ruth offers an AAWSM process for gently facilitating the release of stored pain and trauma. more »
Address: 35 Jervois Rd, Herne Bay, Auckland 1011
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A combination of treatments used. NAET is a non invasive painless treatment used mainly for intolerances, sensitivities and allergies of all kinds. QRA is an advanced form of kinesiology and is used for clients experiencing nutrient deficiencies, food intolerances, digestive upsets, physical traumas, hormone imbalances, low energy, emotional stress more »
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  1. Hello Sis,

    So nice to meet you.

  2. I was hoping you could help me , a few years ago we could get a download that we had to put into iSilo. I thing the Brothers last name was Wellman, just a guess. I had the download but they do expire and I have up graded my tablet and was not able to transfer it. Do you know this one?

    Thank you,.

    Janice Lalonde

  3. I was wondering if you could help me figure out how to get a notification from Twyla when the weekly study materials are ready. She did not know and said I should ask you. Also when I do find them I am not being allowed to open and print without trying for three days. Am I doing something wrong. Thank you very much. Jan

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      You can go to @T.B. (Twyla) 's profile page and "Follow" her. Which we notify you via email when she posts something.

      See... easy as pie.

      Make sure you are logged in when you try to download things. Although glitches have been know to happen.

  4. How do I manage to get notifications when you download weekly study material. Please, thank you.

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      Janice, I'm not sure how to do that.  You  might ask the Librarian.  TB

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  5. Thank you so very much, your hard work is appreciated.

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      Thank you so much for this delicious meal!!!

  6. Please help, where do we find TB's weekly study material. The previous web site is closed?

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      Thank you very much, there are quite a few people that are still trying to figure out what happened. I will be able to pass this on. Can we find it here weekly from now on? Agape  Janice

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      The Librarian

      It will be in this category:

      You should however click on the person that posted it ...on her profile page:

      and "Follow" her to be notified when she posts something. ;-)

      p.s - Yes... we did go through quite a tough domain name change...

  7. I am not sure if I can ask this here but I am trying to find JW Insider World News Forum, where I was able to get weekly study material. For some reason we can no longer get this site. does anyone know how I can contact the Librarian or TB to find out where we can go now? Unless someone here knows. Thank you very much.

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      JW Insider

      From what I can tell, the URL was changed a bit, but it looks like you have already located it:

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      Janice Lalonde

      Thank you very much for your help. Just got home from our Christian Ministry meeting and as always having the Workbook helped me. Jehovah always helps us as does our fellow Brothers and Sisters. Warm Christian Love. Janice

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Jon Winkler is a 24-year-old movie/music nerd in East Hampton, NY by way of Merrimack, NH. He loves watching, listening to, dissecting, mocking and talking about movies, television, music, video games and comics. He enjoys a good cheeseburger, believes CDs and vinyl are superior, likes to make people smile if they're having a rough day, and is rumored to be Batman (unconfirmed).


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The It Girl’s Guide To LA Brunches

With spring in the air and so much sunshine to soak up, there’s no better way to celebrate your treasured days off than brunch with your crew. Arguably one of the country’s brunch capitals, LA is home to a slew of spots that boast fantastic food and Instagram-worthy decor. To help you navigate the goods, we’ve gathered the coolest restos local It girls frequent for the most leisurely meal of the week. Learn more about their top picks ahead.

The Butcher's Daughter

Calling itself a "vegetable slaughterhouse," the Butcher’s Daughter is a vegetarian-friendly spot sitting on Abbot Kinney Boulevard. White exposed brick, rose gold barstools and an outdoor fireplace and patio flow together effortlessly.

1205 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice

Courtesy of The Line Hotel

In a photogenic greenhouse at The Line Hotel, Roy Choi's Commissary stands out among neighboring Koreatown office buildings. While waiting for a table, head to the bar for a drink and jam out to the DJ's playlist. Every weekend, the place is packed with couples and It girls snapping pictures of the overflowing breakfast buffet table. Be sure to end your outing with a peek at the rooftop pool.

3515 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles

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Daily Dose Cafe

Tucked away in an Arts District alley downtown, the cafe opens its doors at 8am for the perfect early kick start to the weekend. Think exposed brick, fun lighting and avocado toast—what could be more LA than that?

1820 Industrial Street, #260, Los Angeles

République opened its doors at the end of 2013 and quickly became a hit on the LA brunch scene. The French-inspired restaurant offers a standout menu in gorgeous environs. The ricotta toast and French omelette are on the must-try list.

624 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles

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The Hive

LA is known for its obsession with health trends, and this Santa Monica hot spot is no exception. The organic restaurant has collaborated with Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs, Anima Mundi Apothecary and natural-foods chef Julie Morris to design a unique menu. It encourages customers to "Bee Yourself" and explore herbs and organic options (some are vegan-friendly). Try the Iced Coconut Americano and the Ironman Chia Pudding Organic Superfood Bowl.

606 Broadway, #102, Santa Monica

This nugget of gold is located in the heart of DTLA, tucked into a nook of Grand Central Market (and new locations in Venice and Glendale!). With a row of barstools for a few lucky customers and an industrial-looking booth, Eggslut offers unique, delicious takes on traditional egg dishes.

Grand Central Market, 317 South Broadway, Los Angeles

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Malibu Farm

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Malibu Farm Cafe is perched at the end of the Malibu Pier, where customers enjoy quaint decor and patio seating. Its sister spot, Malibu Farm Restaurant, is located at the other end of the pier and offers a wide variety of food and cheerful vibes. This classic destination is perfect for sunny days away from the chaotic city. Be sure to try (and gram!) the Fried Egg Sandwich.

23000 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu

This Echo Park spot has been the talk of the town since its opening last year. Its one-of-a-kind menu makes for an adventurous brunch. Our favorites include the mouthwatering Duck Egg Toast or the Potato Rosti. Get there early as the line is almost always out the door. While you wait, order a cup of coffee at the counter. (The cold brew is to die for.)

1115 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles


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Chelsea have belied their manager Maurizio Sarri’s initial expectations after quickly adapting to his attacking style of play and now sit at the top of the table having won their opening five matches.

Team camaraderie also seems to be flourishing under Sarri and players appear rejuvenated after enduring a troublesome last year.

Among those rejuvenated is David Luiz – who played a key role in the Blues’ title winning season in 2016/17 before being frozen out by former coach Antonio Conte last year. The experienced defender looks happy and is enjoying a new lease of life under Sarri, having started all the games so far.

The 31-year-old Brazilian is known to be a bit of a joker and is an asset when it comes to keeping the morale of the dressing room high.

As Chelsea prepare for their upcoming Europa League encounter against Greek side PAOK, Luiz was spotted trying his hand at boxing with new recruit Jorginho, who has become the team’s driving force on the pitch under Sarri.

It was a playful session with both players displaying some impressive footwork while throwing light punches at each other. Check it out:

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Stevie Ray Vaughan

3rd October 1954 – 27th August 1990

Stevie Ray Vaughan

Before his untimely death in 1990, guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan had become the leading figure in the blues-rock-revival he spearheaded in the mid-’80s. Vaughan drew equally from bluesmen like Albert King, Buddy Guy and Albert Collins as well as rock guitarists like Jimi Hendrix and Lonnie Mack, whose 1985 comeback, Strike Like Lightning, Vaughan would co-produce. In spite of a short-lived mainstream career spanning just seven years, he is widely considered one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of blues music.

Born and raised in Dallas, Vaughan began playing guitar when he was just 7 years old, inspired by older brother Jimmie, (who later helped form the Fabulous Thunderbirds). By 12 he was playing in garage bands, and within a few years joined semi-professional bands that occasionally landed gigs in local nightclubs. At 17 he dropped out of high school to concentrate on playing music full time. By 1970 Stevie was playing in a nine-piece horn band and then formed his first blues band, Blackbird, a year later. Blackbird moved to Austin and after a few more stints in various bands, Vaughan joined Paul Ray and the Cobras in 1975, (who won Austin’s Band of the Year in 1976).

Stevie then formed Triple Threat in 1977 which also featured bassist W.C. Clark and vocalist Lou Ann Barton. Barton left the band in 1979 and the group became Double Trouble, the name inspired by the Otis Rush song. Double Trouble featured Jack Newhouse on bass, Chris Layton on drums and Vaughan became the band’s lead singer. In 1981 Tommy Shannon (a bassist who had played with Johnny Winter in the late ’60s joined on bass and the blues-based power trio was set.

By 1982 the band’s reputation was spreading and reached the Rolling Stones, who hired Double Trouble to perform at a private party in New York. That same year, veteran producer Jerry Wexler arranged for Vaughan’s band to play the Montreux Jazz Festival, the first time an unsigned group had done so. David Bowie happened to see their performance and invited Vaughan to play on his next album. Vaughan’s gritty guitar work became one of the unexpected highlights of Bowie’s No.1 hit ‘Let’s Dance’.

Inspired musically by American and British blues-rock, he favored clean amplifiers with high volume and contributed to the popularity of vintage musical equipment. He often combined several different amplifiers together and used minimal effects pedals.

Vaughan received several music awards during his lifetime and posthumously. In 1983, readers of Guitar Player voted him as Best New Talent and Best Electric Blues Guitar Player. In 1984, the Blues Foundation named him Entertainer of the Year and Blues Instrumentalist of the Year, and in 1987, Performance Magazine honored him with Rhythm and Blues Act of the Year. Earning six Grammy Awards and ten Austin Music Awards, he was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 2000, and the Musicians Hall of Fame in 2014. Rolling Stone ranked Vaughan as the twelfth greatest guitarist of all time.

Before the last song of the last show of a two-night stand at Alpine Valley Music Theatre, guitar legend Eric Clapton stepped up to the microphone. “I’d like to bring out to join me, in truth, the best guitar players in the entire world: Buddy Guy, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Robert Cray… Jimmie Vaughan.” The band played an extended jam of the classic “Sweet Home Chicago,” with 40,000 people soaking up blistering guitar licks as the performers traded vocals.

After the show, four helicopters were on site to take people to Chicago. According to interviews in Hopkins’ book, Vaughan took the last remaining seat, eager to get to his hotel so he could call his girlfriend.

About 6:30 a.m. Aug. 27, the wreckage of the Bell JetRanger was found about three-fourths of the way up the northeast side of the ski hill, a half-mile from the lodge, with the debris scattered across 150 feet. The helicopter had lifted only about 100 feet off the ground and traveled about 3,000 feet before the crash.

Pilot Jeff Brown was experienced, with more than 5,000 hours of flight time, including 4,327 in a helicopter. But the National Transportation Safety Board report that followed in 1992 indicated the pilot didn’t gain altitude quickly enough to clear the 150-foot ski hill.

After the crash, Vaughan’s music quickly sold out in local record stores, according to the Sentinel, and two subsequent posthumous albums — “Family Style” with his older brother Jimmie in 1990, and studio outtakes collection “The Sky is Falling” in 1991 — debuted in the top 10 on the Billboard charts.

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Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets Focused on Brazil 2019 Ticket

Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja

Five-time champions Nigeria will guarantee a return to the FIFA Under-17 World Cup finals today if the Golden Eaglets overcome their Angolan counterparts in their second match at the ongoing Africa Under-17 Cup of Nations in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

A reproachable slack approach saw the Golden Eaglets slump from 3-1 lead to conceding three goals and falling behind against host nation Tanzania in the tournament opener on Sunday, but they woke from slumber in good time to win with two spectacular goals and pocket three precious points in a 5-4 win.

Angola’s 1-0 win over Uganda hours later has ensured that the winner of the top-of-the-table duel between Nigeria and Angola this afternoon would have one leg in the semi finals and automatically in the FIFA U17 World Cup slated for Brazil later this year.

All four semi finalists at the ongoing championship in Tanzania will represent Africa in Brazil.

Two-goal hero against Tanzania, Wisdom Ubani and Man-of-the-Match Akinkunmi Ayobami Amoo will be the cynosure of all eyes in the Eaglets’ attacking line today. Yet, Ibraheem Jabaar, who slammed in the winning goal against the Serengeti Boys minutes after coming on as a substitute, is also capable of making things happen, just as Olakunle Olusegun, Fawaz Abdullahi and Olatomi Olaniyan.

Nigeria won the Africa U-17 Cup of Nations in 2001 in Seychelles and in 2007 in Togo, and were world champions in 1985 (China), 1993 (Japan), 2007 (Korea Republic), 2013 (UAE) and 2015 (Chile).

Current Head Coach, Manu Garba was also at the head of the technical team that won in the United Arab Emirates six years ago.

The Eaglets failed to even qualify for the continental finals held in Gabon in 2017, losing to Niger Republic in the final qualifying round. Mali, Ghana, Guinea and Niger Republic flew Africa’s flag at the last edition of the FIFA U-17 World Cup finals in India.

Mali edged Ghana in an all-African quarter final, only to lose 1-3 to Spain in the semi finals and falter 0-2 to Brazil in the match for third place.

The normally strong Malians, who also finished as tournament runners-up to Nigeria in Chile in 2015, are absent from the finals in Tanzania after losing the available WAFU A slots to Senegal and Guinea.

In Wednesday’s other match of Group A, hosts Tanzania will tackle Uganda in a match of two teams still hunting for their first points at the tournament.


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Disney parks have Starbucks stores hidden in plain sight — see what they're like inside

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The Starbucks in Disney World sells specialty cookies and cupcakes.
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Disney World is home to magical treats, from the iconic Dole Whip to dozens of Mickey-shaped foods. But if you're ever in one of the four parks and really just want a Frappuccino or iced coffee, Starbucks is probably the spot for you.

Each park has a Starbucks location, but the store fronts are cleverly hidden to look like any other Disney shop.

Keep reading for a look inside three of the Disney World Starbucks locations, including all the special treats.

In Disney World's Magic Kingdom, the Starbucks is inside the "Main Street Bakery."

A view of the Starbucks from Main Street.
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You can't even see the Starbucks sign when you face the store front. When I first walked past, I assumed it was just another Disney store for treats and baked goods.

From the side, the Starbucks sign is more clear.

But even still, the brown coloring of the sign helps the logo blend in.
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The Main Street Bakery/Starbucks has its employees dress in blue stripes with white aprons and handkerchiefs — a totally different look compared to the standard Starbucks uniform.

Once you step inside, the signage and displays are very similar to a regular Starbucks.

One big difference? There's no seating inside.
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Since Starbucks is such a popular stop in the crowded Disney World park, there's a whole line system in place in order to manage crowds.

The food and drinks sold are similar to any other Starbucks, though there are more Coca Cola products (the longtime beverage supplier of Disney).

There are also salads and fruit cups, along with chocolate milk and soda.
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Powerade, chocolate milk, and Dasani water bottles are sold inside.

In addition to the standard pastries, there are Disney-themed treats — like this pirate cake pop.

The cake pops are $2.29 each inside Disney World.
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Cake pops are a popular Starbucks treat, and great for younger kids, too.

The cookies are made with Mickey-shaped sprinkles on top, and the cupcakes have little wafers for "Mickey ears."

The treats sold here are huge.
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You can also buy exclusive Starbucks/Disney merchandise inside.

These specialty mugs are hard to find outside the parks.
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The perks of buying a park ticket include access to special Disney World decorated mugs.

Here's a closer look at the Magic Kingdom "You Are Here Collection" mug.

Each park has it's own color scheme and design on a "You Are Here" mug.
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These are a hot item for fans of both Disney World and Starbucks.

The straw, sugar, and milk station looks the same as it would in a regular Starbucks.

Though knife and fork dispensers are an addition.
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In Animal Kingdom, the Starbucks is a little more overtly advertised with the iconic green signage.

But technically the shop is called "Creature Comforts."
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Inside, the decor mimics the decor and atmosphere of Discovery Island — the main hub of Animal Kingdom.

The themes reflect African and Asian artwork and cultural history.
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As with the Magic Kingdom Starbucks, the menu is nearly identical to a normal shop.

This is place to go for your Frappuccino fix.
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But in Animal Kingdom, Starbucks sells a "colossal cinnamon roll" shaped like Mickey's head.

This gigantic sweet treat will set you back $8.99.
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They were also selling a "Rivers of Light" specialty cupcake to celebrate the opening of Pandora: World of Avatar.

That is a lot of frosting.
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Animal Kingdom has its own customized Starbucks mugs.

Their "You Are Here" mug has the "Tree of Life" front and center.
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One big difference was the water stations.

It's very hot in Florida, especially during the summer.
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Normally in a Starbucks you have to ask for water when you order a drink or food, but due to the extreme Florida heat, the Animal Kingdom Starbucks had self-serve water stations.

Last but not least, we visited the "Trolley Car" Starbucks in Hollywood Studios.

The Trolley Car Cafe was converted into a Starbucks.
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This was was especially sneaky — we walked past three times before realizing it was really a Starbucks.

Similar to Magic Kingdom, the Starbucks sign here was not very overt.
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Just as with the others, once inside there was the familiar Starbucks menu and smiling employees dressed in Disney uniforms.

The Hollywood Studios one didn't feature any special treats.
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13 ordering secrets Starbucks employees won't tell you

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Befriending your barista can help score you free drinks.
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  • Starbucks is full of hidden menu items and other little quirks, and several employees share some of the best ones.
  • You can order a "babyccino" for your child or a "pupaccino" for your dog, and both drinks are safe to consume.
  • If you order "light ice" in your iced coffee, you'll get even more coffee for the same price.

If you're looking to save bucks on Starbucks, look no further: We've got the inside scoop from frequent customers and former baristas.

Befriend your barista

It will go a long way.
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Your Starbucks barista wouldn't mention it, of course, but being friendly goes a long way toward getting free drinks, discounts, and the freshest and tastiest pastries. That's what Amanda Ponzar, chief marketing officer for Community Health Charities, has learned. This loyal Starbucks enthusiast regularly shares social media photos of herself enjoying a Starbucks drink; it's also her place of choice for business meetings.

(Those Starbucks frappuccinos may be delicious, by the way, but you're best off drinking them rarely or never for this reason.)

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One of the first things Ponzar discovered from her Starbucks baristas is that if you order two cake pops at once, you get a discount (somewhere between 40 and 60 cents, she says). This is not the same thing as the cake-pop BOGO (buy one, get one free) sale, a rare event.

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Ponzar also has a way to save money when you're in the mood for hot chocolate. Instead of ordering an actual cup of hot chocolate, order a steamed milk with chocolate syrup. You'll also save calories.

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"When I used to get one to two frappucinos every day, my barista would make me a trenta-size Frappuccino," Ponzar tells "Reader's Digest." "It's not even on the menu." (That's true for coffee drinks, although it is on the menu for fruit-flavored Starbucks Refreshers.) The trenta is 31 ounces and the unofficial price upgrade for a frappuccino is 50 cents.

Don't waste a single drop of that good stuff!

Get a grande in a venti cup.
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Blogger Joanna Faith Williams tells "Reader's Digest" she couldn't help but noticing something curious every time she ordered a frappucino: "The extra bit of my drink that didn't fit in my grande cup would just be washed down the drain!" Williams came up with the following hack: "Order a grande in a venti cup. I get it all. It reduces waste. It seriously works, and it's a win-win!" Ponzar seconds this but notes that befriending the barista and being a good tipper has meant that she often doesn't even have to ask.

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It's smaller and cheaper.
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You won't see it on the menu, but you can always order a "short" size, according to health and wellness expert (and Starbucks super-fan) Caleb Backe. It's a smaller and less-expensive size with a decent hit of caffeine, Backe promises.

Don't miss these other things your barista won't tell you.

Order a babyccino

If your little one wants a drink, steamed milk is perfect for them.

A babyccino is a cappuccino minus the espresso — in other words, frothy steamed milk. You might even be able to get it for free, although that's not official policy. Backe and registered dietician and nutritionist Vanessa Rissetto both give the drink a thumbs up for your kid since it's just milk with no sugar or caffeine.

Get a pupaccino for your dog

It's often free of charge.

Both Backe and Rissetto mention the secret "pupaccino," which is basically a cup of whipped cream for your furry friend while you wait for your order. It's often free although as with babyccinos, there's no official Starbucks policy on this.

You can get free water

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If you like to drink water with your coffee (coffee can be dehydrating, after all), don't pay for bottled water: You can get filtered water for free at Starbucks.

You can only get this drink at one Starbucks in the entire world.

Bring your own cup

If you use a recyclable cup, you'll save $0.10 on your order.
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Starbucks is committed to shrinking its carbon footprint, and in keeping with that, offers a reusable, recyclable cup for just $1, and every time you use it, you save 10 cents on your coffee order. As the Starbucks website notes, if you use the cup 10 times, it's paid for itself. But you can actually bring your own cup and save the dollar while still getting the 10-cent discount!

Make your own discounted chai latte

Just get some tea with a shot of steamed milk instead.
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You don't need to pay for a chai latte when you can order a simple cup of tea and request a shot of steamed milk (which comes for free). Plus, this hacked-version of a chai latte has far less sugar.

Don't miss the surprising origin behind Starbucks' name.

Order light ice in your iced coffee

You'll get the same for less.
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Less ice means more coffee: That means you can go down a size for an iced coffee, then ask for light ice. You'll basically be getting the same amount of caffeine while paying less.

While you're at it, you can save calories with these Starbucks health-hacks.

Take advantage of the Starbucks Rewards program

By building up your points, you can get free food and drinks.
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Employees would happily tell you about this yet most customers still don't use the program. "Many think Starbucks is expensive, but it's actually NOT if you drink two cups a day and you join the Starbucks Rewards program, which gets you free refills, coffee marketer and aficionado Mathew Rincon tells "Reader's Digest." Plus, some stores allow you to get a refill even if you bought the first cup at a DIFFERENT location, according to Rincon. However, this is definitely not an official Starbucks policy, according to their site.

Refills are just the beginning when you join the Rewards program. Being a member means you're eligible for a Birthday Reward (almost anything on the menu), which is redeemable up to two days before and one day after your birthday. Just make sure you've purchased something at any Starbucks within the last 12 months.

You'll also receive emails from Starbucks offering you the opportunity to earn free credits toward free food and drinks by ordering a certain beverage, playing a particular game, or participating in some other activity or event (be sure to opt-in for these emails, the Starbucks website advises). If you level up to a "gold" membership, you can double your rewards (and thus earn your free stuff twice as quickly!).

Next, check out these 21 annoying pet peeves of Starbucks baristas.

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Pennsylvania has the most expensive beer ($21.98 per 24-pack) – which shouldn’t be surprising, given the state’s strict laws on alcohol – followed by Tennessee ($21.97) and Texas ($21.66).

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‘I’m something of an assisted suicide nerd’: actor Liz Carr on the return of her satirical show

Disabled activist, comedian and actor Liz Carr talks about bringing her show ‘Assisted Suicide: The Musical’ back to the Southbank Centre for one night only
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You made your name as a comedian and actor. What made you decide to make a musical?

‘I made a BBC World Service documentary where I went round to all the countries where assisted suicide was legal. But I’m also a cabaret and stand-up performer. And I just wondered – could I combine the two worlds to make a piece of theatre? It’s taken six years to make a version I’m really proud of. I guess I’m something of an assisted suicide nerd, so it was really difficult to put across all the research and viewpoints I’d collected in a traditional musical. So now it’s less a musical, more a TED talk with showtunes.’

Six years ago, making a musical about a serious medical issue would have been a really weird thing to do. But since then, Bryony Kimmings has made a musical about cancer at the National Theatre. What’s the reaction been?

‘There’s something about comedy and music that just opens a subject up. People will ask me what I’m doing and I’ll say “I’m in the middle of ‘Assisted Suicide: The Musical’” and you feel that tension. One woman said to me “Well that’s a bit of a conversation-stopper, isn’t it?” But actually no, I think the aim of it is – it’s a conversation starter. Probably the most controversial thing about it is the title. Whatever people believe, and wherever they sit on this issue, it’s not meant to offend.’

Suicide is an emotive subject. How careful are you in the way you handle it?

‘I was really angry at how TV in particular handles the subject. There are really strict guidelines around suicide, and how it’s reported. But you call it assisted suicide or assisted dying and that doesn’t apply anymore. So we’ll see live suicides on TV – people going to Switzerland and going through with it – and I think that’s madly irresponsible. We need to give other options, like palliative care, more airtime. And we’ve been really careful to support audiences to talk about death. Because to be honest, I think assisted suicide just kicks into our fears of the unknown, our fears of pain and suffering. We want to have some control over something that’s uncontrollable.’

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Disabled-led theatre companies like Ramps on the Moon and Graeae have been hugely successful in 2016. But is life for disabled artists improving?

‘I think it’s been a really exciting year, and there have been more opportunities. But we need more regular roles. Yes, why not be Lady Macbeth in a wheelchair? But we also need more shows that represent disabled people’s ordinary lives. I went to the world of theatre because I hadn’t seen anything that represented my world view. Sometimes you have to make your own opportunities, and more and more disabled people are starting YouTube channels, doing DIY films... But getting on the big TV channels, that’s a lot more inaccessible.’

You’ve had a regular role on ‘Silent Witness’ since 2013. How ready were they to work with a disabled actor?

‘They weren’t really ready at all. I remember that the viewing gallery for the autopsies was upstairs, and they had no ramps, so I’d be hoiked up by the crew. Now after five years there’s a massive ramp, and it’s even anti-slip, so we’ve come a long way. But there are other issues with working in TV: for example, they might not be sure what you’d need for working on location, so they’re averse to doing it. It’s the sort of fear that surrounds disability, in TV and film and theatre. So you’ve got the practical challenges, but you’ve also got to break down that fear or ignorance as well.’

I noticed you’ve spoken out about disability rights in the context of the Tory Government cuts to benefits, too.

‘We need to keep the pressure up and make the government accountable all the time. I feel really passionate about that. I’m quite idealistic, despite the darkness of my humour, and I’ve always been speaking out, it’s just that I’m better known now. I’m trying to use whatever power comes with being on TV or in theatre for good, not evil.’

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Highly secretive talks began in 2012 to establish a new trade agreement, the Trade in Services Agreement (TISA). The group of countries1  negotiating TISA have given themselves an insider joke for a name, the 'Really Good Friends of Services', to signal how truly committed they are to promoting the interests of services corporations. But there is nothing funny about the sweeping, permanent restrictions on public services and regulation that could be the impact of their work.

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The infamous glasses Ted Bundy owned to disguise himself and elude authorities have a new owner ... Zak Bagans.

The "Ghost Adventures" star tells TMZ ... he dropped a whopping $50k after a crime collectibles site put the bifocals up for sale. The glasses are also believed to have been worn by Bundy when he abducted 12-year-old Kimberly Leach in Lake City, FL, back in 1978.

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Bagans tells us the glasses will be behind a jail exhibit, made out of real jail bars. He says, "It's incredible to know that the eyes of pure evil looked out of these glasses at his victims and the pure hell of what these glasses saw."

He adds, "I shall forever keep them locked up inside my Haunted Museum's real jail exhibit where they belong!"


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Tech tailored to you, your lifestyle, and your goals

Looking to get yourself or your favorite tech-savvy, fitness-focused loved one a pair of hearables this season? Check out our helpful hearable gift guide that covers what they are, some of the different features, various brands, and the ordering process.

What Hearables Are

The definition of a “hearable” is constantly evolving, like the technology. To attempt to encompass all the variations of this technology, a hearable is a wireless in-ear computational device. This mini-computer uses wireless/Bluetooth® technology to complement and enhance your sound experience. Fitness tracking is another key feature that sets these apart from wireless headphones.

These devices are transforming according to wearers’ ever-changing wants:

    • The ability to sync with wireless devices to stay connected to people, hobbies, and music
    • The technology to measure biometrics (like heart rate, calories burned, etc.)
    • Quality sound streaming

What to Look for in a Hearable

These little guys can do so much, so how do you know which one is for you? Check out some of these highlighted features:
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Comparison graphic courtesy of Bragi. View more on their Facebook page.

Hearable Comparison: Bragi Dash Pro vs. Jabra Elite Sport vs. Samsung Gear Icon X

If you’re looking for all the functionality available in a hearable, any of these three are quality options. All can also be custom-fit to your ear, which allows for superior sound. Contact us to schedule an appointment for custom-fitting!

Resound-owned Jabra’s Elite Sport wireless earbuds feature nearly every benefit highlighted in the above table, from audio transparency (so you can be more aware of your surroundings while still enjoying your tech) to high-quality sound and clear calls. If app compatibility is a top concern, take a closer look at the Bragi Dash Pro and the Samsung Gear Icon X, as they have more options. Keep in mind that the Bragi Dash Pro and the Jabra Elite Sport are the only waterproof options available if you’ll primarily be wearing them when working out or near water. While all three come with portable charging cases, the Bragi and Jabra options feature much longer battery life than the Samsung option, which is definitely something to consider if you’ll be using these devices for extended periods.

Timeline for Fitting

Some hearables are customizable, such as the Bragi family of technology. In this case, the wearer would need an earmold impression created by a dispenser or audiologist (like us!). Any hearables that can be customized follow the same process. Contact our office about our policy.

The process for creating an earmold impression begins with the consumer getting an otoscopic evaluation from a professional to ensure an earmold impression can be taken. The actual earmold impression is created by inserting a block into the ear canal along with the earmold impression material. This cures for about 10 minutes, and then the earmold impression material — now a mold of the ear — is sent to the hearable manufacturer for customization.

Have questions? Would you like to get an earmold made? Give the gift of hearables this season with our help! Contact us today to schedule your appointment.


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So you can keep the child in yourself!

So you can keep the child in yourself!

Do you remember how adventurous life once felt? Even in your own room you always discovered something colorful or creative, which aroused curiosity and was a companion for hours playing.

In today's article, we want to show you how, despite years and stressful everyday life, you can keep the child in you. We have some tips for you. Do not these deco items in all rainbow colors look great? Bring yourself joy and browse our photos!

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Cuddly bedspread with great design

Blankets like these look especially cozy. Gentle pastel colors and geometric patterns immediately catch the eye. The delicate fringes are the icing on the cake in the design.

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Delicate decorative pillow with tassels

Decorative cushions with cotton tassels look like they were brought home from Morocco. The unusual, delicate color combination of lavender blue and mustard yellow would work wonders in the interior.

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Colorful carpet in a dynamic look

The fringed carpet with a striking design brings an exotic flair with it. The pleasant feel thanks to the cotton competes with the beautiful color effect. Light blue, mustard yellow, ocher brown and coral red are in interaction with each other.

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Painted play set in stark colors

The lacquered backgammon set in a chic look brings a touch of old-fashioned elegance into the decor.

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Decorative pillow made of high quality alpaca wool

This handmade deco pillow made of alpaca wool feels incredibly soft. It was nicely complemented by strips of white wool. The result is a subtle textile cushion with striking coarse embroidery.

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Storage basket with pompons for eclectic style

Bright pompons decorate both sides of this storage basket. Diverse it can be used in the home - as a storage space or planter.

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Bright colorful blocks

Geometric blocks in bold colors can be assembled and amused at the same time big and small.

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Clock in minimalist style

Exactly for the minimalist furnishing style this clock was determined. With its clear and simple design, it adapts seamlessly to the interior.

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Sweeping decorative pillow

Designer linen cushions with colorful paint strokes.

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Strange colorful decoration article

This colorful pretzel will spice up your living space. The playful design and color combination of mustard yellow, pink, light red and gray blue brings you a good mood with a modern look and feel.

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Versatile home accessory

This imitation of a vintage bicycle made of metal and wood makes an interesting home accessory. This would be a unique gift, right?

Do you also have playful home accessories in your home design? Let us know. We look forward to your comments!

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The Group is principally engaged in wholesale of home furniture, and retail of home furniture.

Business Review:
Product Management
During the year under review, the Group continued to enhance product management to ensure it was producing the right products for each market segment. The Group instructed its sales team to study the furniture market and the impacts of the recent financial crisis on the Chinese economy to provide relevant reference for the Group to design products to suit market needs in the coming years. During the year, the Group offered seven products series including Light Walnut, Black Walnut, Sabili, Olympic Home, etc. which brought in stable revenues.

During the year, the sales team and product development team worked closely and commenced development of a new product series - "Beech" - to offer yet another choice of quality and value-for-money furniture to customers apart from the Olympic Home series. This new series is scheduled to launch formally in mid-2009.

Production Efficiency
During the year under review, the Group decided to merge two production bases into one at its Guangzhou headquarters to increase production efficiency and hence reduce production costs. In addition, the Group also carried out stringent cost control to enhance profitability. To encourage better performance among employees and efforts to heighten work efficiency, the Group raised the performance targets of the workforce and different operational units. It also continued to improve the logistics system to shorten the production lead time.

Sales Network
As at the end of 2008, the Group had over 1,400 franchise outlets (2007: 1,300 outlets) spanning across China and operated around 100 self-operating shops (2007: over 100 shops) in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hangzhou and Zhengzhou. The economic downturn which started in the second half year created pressure on the business of the Group in the traditional peak season. To boost sales performance during the period, the Group offered a variety of discount packages to stimulate sales for franchisees and its self-operating shops. To cope with changing market conditions, we exercised prudence in network management and placed emphasis on "quality" instead of "quantity" in pursuing expansion of our sales network.

Completion of Olympic Project
During the year, the Group completed the "Olympic Project" - exclusive supply of home furniture to the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. The Group had received zero complaint against its furniture, evidencing its ability in designing and manufacturing high quality, comfortable and environmentally-friendly furniture. The experience has strengthened its foundation and confidence in bidding for big orders and participating in major projects.

In early 2008, the Group was named one of the "Top Ten Influential Brand of Chinese Furniture Industry" and the "Top 500 Chinese Brand". These titles represented recognition of the Group's tremendous efforts in promotion and marketing activities and brand building efforts that have notably enhanced its brand to the benefit of its business in the long run.
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What do Boston, Madrid, Moscow, and Morton Minnesota (population 411) all have in common?

Lee Odden will be giving presentations on social media in each city.

Why? Because social media knows no boundaries and companies world-wide are seeking trusted, experienced advice on how to plan and implement successful social media programs.

With over a billion people on Facebook, 300 million on Google+ and 230 million on LinkedIn, the need for solid social media expertise is as true in Philadelphia as it is in the small town of Morton, MN.

The good news is that Morton is hosting a social media event to help area business owners on soup to nuts social media marketing topics.

The Social Media Rockstar event is a one-day conference taking place at the Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel in Morton, MN on September 19th starting at 10:45am.

Speakers include Jason Falls of CafePress and Social Media Explorer, Mykl Roventine of Social Media Breakfast MSP, Lee Odden from TopRank Online Marketing and many other local “social media rockstars”.

Our CEO Lee Odden will share a social media success formula for companies of all sizes that brings together the best of social media marketing along with content and search engine marketing to attract, engage and convert more customers online.

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Be sure to follow the event hashtag #smrockstarevent on Twitter during the Thursday (September 19th) event.

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Total Fence Inc. (, a leader in residential, industrial, and commercial fence and deck installation in the Greater Toronto Area, is responding to the story of a Toronto resident being injured by plastic fencing.

Toronto resident Lee Perenack recently suffered lacerations on her arm as a result of plastic fencing used to surround a condo construction project. Describing it as “a series of barbs on a fishing hook,” the top of the fence leaned into the sidewalk and had been cut along the top, creating sharp edges. (Source: Lakey, J., “Plastic fence in front of condo project cuts like a knife: Fixer,” Toronto Star, June 22, 2015;

“It’s an unexpected risk, but not one that’s entirely unforeseeable,” says Tony Defeo, owner of Total Fence Inc. “Vinyl and plastic are tough materials and have to be cut with a saw, so a jagged surface isn’t uncommon.”

Perenack sent photos of her injury to The Toronto Star, wanting to inform others so they could avoid similar injuries. The newspaper later inquired with Toronto’s right-of-way management division regarding the fence, but has yet to hear back as of this writing.

Defeo explains that it is important that those using security fencing, whether at home or on a development project, take steps to protect anyone who might brush against it. Recommended methods include sanding the top of the fence or putting rubber corners on sharp edges. For the many developments along sidewalks, the fence should ideally be far enough from the walkway to enable pedestrians to pass without coming too close.

“Stability of the fence is also important. A security fence shouldn’t be set up so that it ‘droops’ or leans over the sidewalk,” Defeo concludes. “That’s an accident waiting to happen, as the Star pointed out.”

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The Science Museum Group (SMG) is one of the world’s greatest museums, comprising the Science Museum, London; National Railway Museum, York and Shildon; National Media Museum, Bradford and Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester. The Group employees around 1,100 employees and currently has over 800 volunteers to support over five million onsite visits each year.

The Challenge

Having previously used classroom-based training, SMG wanted to make a move towards online learning as its primary source of learning, shifting its L&D culture into the 21st century. Although having invested in face-to-face training, SMG required a platform that would help achieves its goals of higher employee engagement.

What’s more, with the number of employees and volunteers fluctuating depending on workload and season, SMG required an effective and efficient way of ensuring all workers have access to learning resources; something that would have previously taken significant admin hours.

The Solution

After the tender was awarded to Learning Nexus, they suggested the Totara Learn as the platform that would enable the Group to reach their learning and development goals. SMG have celebrated scientific and technological developments throughout the year and have carried on the tradition as the new learning portal - ‘skillslab’ -  is an innovative approach to sharing knowledge and skills on a modern, open-source platform.

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The new learning hub will operate across the group’s five museums, including the Science Museum and National Railway Museum, providing a strong sense of collaborative learning and helping to shift the Group’s L&D culture into the 21st Century. The ‘skillslab’ allows colleagues to gain access to the online portal at any time and the compliance element of the Totara Learn will allow for monitoring and reports at the click of a button.

SMG launched the portal with mandatory Health and Safety training and admin hours have already been reduced, with automated messages being sent to employees to inform them of courses to be completed. Features including automation single sign-on will help to streamline the learning process, removing the need for administrator input and creating efficiencies.

‘skillslab’, aptly named in a competition by SMG employees, is the start of a new culture shift in the way SMG delivers colleague training and development.

Judith McNicol, Director – People & Culture for SMG said: “We are very excited to launch ‘skillslab’, enabling increased learning opportunities for all colleagues at a time and place that works for them”.

Learning Nexus Account Director, Cath Mochan, said: “It’s been a pleasure to work with the enthusiastic and dedicated People & Culture team at SMG. They are clear in their aims and goals for this project and have embraced the technology and the benefits it can provide to them”.


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  • Nasiyan Jain Temple
  • Ana Sagar Lake
  • Chittorgarh Fort
  • Nareli Jain Temple
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  • Savitri Temple
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  • Birla City Water Park
  • Dargah Hazrat Meera Syed Hussain

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  • Brahma Temple
  • Old Rangji Temple
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  • Varaha Temple
  • Atmeshwar Temple
  • Sri Raghunatha Swamy Temple
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Using Artificial Intelligence for a Smarter Cable Customer Experience

Billing Systems, Customer Management, Data Analytics Management, Network Management Solutions, and Service Assurance and Performance

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Your on-demand movie service makes a movie recommendation that is not even close to the type of film you like. You keep seeing online ads for a product you already purchased months ago. Your voice-controlled smart speaker does not understand your accent. Chatbots cannot find the right answer to your service question. You find yourself screaming into your phone, “Speak to a representative!”

These all-too-common maladies of modern technology persist as companies seek to mine their Big Data and apply artificial intelligence (AI) to make our lives better. Like many companies, cable providers are exploring ways to use AI as part of an overall goal of improving customer experience (CX), an industry imperative as pay TV subscriptions decline and consumer perceptions of cable companies remain low. Cable providers are mining their Big Data and using data-based disciplines to improve network performance, resolve service issues, and manage customer care, with the greater goal of automating these operations through AI. But efforts to apply AI more extensively are being limited by the challenges of implementing AI itself.

This Tractica report discusses the challenges and prospects of using AI to improve cable CX. The study covers the industry’s efforts to address CX, cable data sources, recent cable AI activity, and benefits for cable customers. It also examines AI challenges and industry initiatives and provides an overview of the tech supplier market.

Key Questions Addressed:

  • How can cable providers use artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance customer experience (CX)?
  • How can cable providers aggregate the tsunami of data used to manage daily operations?
  • Why do cable providers need to become distributors of many different broadband experiences?
  • What is the Comcast model for improved cable CX?
  • What are the key benefits and implementation challenges of using AI to improve cable CX?
  • Which key tech suppliers offer cutting-edge data solutions to U.S. cable providers?
  • How are cable players and tech suppliers cooperating to address AI challenges?

Who Needs This Report?

  • Cable operators
  • Artificial intelligence companies
  • Customer experience-focused service providers
  • Network operations solutions providers
  • TV and digital advertising executives
  • Cable industry associations
  • Investor community

Table of Contents

  1. Executive Summary
  2. Background
    1. The Customer Experience Imperative
    2. The Comcast Model
    3. Data Sources
  3.  Data Applications
    1. Data Becomes Actionable
    2. Recent Cable AI Activity
    3. Implementation for Customer Experience Benefits
  4.  AI Challenges and Solutions
    1. AI Challenges
    2. Industry Cooperation
    3. The Supplier Market
  5.  Conclusion: Time to Get Smart
  6.  Table of Contents
  7.  Table of Charts and Figures
  8. Scope of Study, Sources and Methodology, Notes

List of Charts, Figures, and Tables

  • Data Sources for Cable Operations
  • Data Algorithms & Application
  • Key Data Suppliers Serving U.S. Cable Providers