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5 Reasons to Choose Autonomous Standing Desk Black Friday

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The Autonomous Standing Desk can be one of the best gift ideas for Black Friday 2020. It can also be a great purchase for working people who need to be more organized while working and to place an emphasis on good health and proper posture. With the possibility of adjusting the height and with AI integration, the standing desk is among the most interesting designs to consider this Black Friday.

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Those looking to improve the way they work can take the opportunity to get a discount coupon for the Standing Desk and other Autonomous top-selling products this Black Friday. Enter your e-mail address in the dedicated box at the bottom of the page, to be the first to know about our promotion. Until then, here are the 5 reasons to consider the Autonomous Standing desk for Black Friday 2020:

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1. Improved posture

One of the biggest concerns of modern office works comes with problems of posture. A study shows how neck pain is influenced by improper posture. In time, people can develop forward head posture which immediately leads to neck pain. While this can be an issue regardless of the job’s nature, it is shown to be pronounced in office workers. In other words, sitting desk jobs are putting the general health at risk.

The Autonomous Standing Desk addresses these issues. It works well when it comes to posture improvements. But instead of obliging workers to stand all day, the desk actually encourages people to combine sitting and standing. This makes the transition from a simple sitting position much easier.

At the same time, having the ability to work from a standing position moves the shoulders back as the eyes are pointed straight to the monitor.

Another important aspect comes with health issues relating to obesity. It has been shown that prolonged periods of sitting promotes obesity. As sitting increased with modern jobs, it has also been linked to various problems higher body fat. Those who sit for long periods in a day have a difficult time keeping the Lipoprotein Lipase fat burning enzyme at optimum levels. This enzyme has been linked to many obesity problems. Since the developed world has promoted office jobs and the working hours are often exceeding what the body can naturally tolerate, a standing desk can be a great solution to fight the issues.

Furthermore, it is also important to notice that standing also burns more calories than sitting. Even if the process does not burn as many calories as actual physical exercise, this can add up over the period of a Monday-to-Friday work week. Standing three hours per day for five days burns 750 calories. When taking into account that the hours can easily double with a standing desk, this equates to impacting calories burn.

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2. AI becomes reality

AI is often discussed when it comes to the future of the workplace and the future of how we interact with the world around us. The AI integrated within the Autonomous Standing Desk covers the important areas of a typical workday. It proves that balancing work, downtime, sitting and standing is truly possible. The way the technology works is through its built-in screen interface. The intelligent AI makes suggestions according to best practices.

It is why the desk can suggest when it is time to work. Balancing moments of hustle is important both for productivity and for focus. It is rarely the case that a person can actually continuously focus for 8 hours per day. It is why the desk is offering a proper incentive to work. This is also done through setting various goals such as having various deadlines. These work deadlines can be organized in a way in which they are reached without too much effort.

But the AI also informs users when downtime is required. Since most people need to take brakes, it is a system integrated with simple notifications. These notifications can allow workers to take a short break. The break is great to allow the mind to relax and also to allow the eyes to be taken off the screen. It is why so many medical professionals recommended looking away from the computer at least every two hours. At the same time, the AI is programmed in a way in which workers are integrating these breaks before they start skipping them.

But the AI of the desk also informs workers on the various times when sitting and standing positions need to be changed. If a worker is sitting for a couple of hours, a notification can arrive alerting that switching the position is required. It is why the system works great for those who are planning to switch from sitting to standing. It is during this process that people can actually feel fatigued at the beginning until their muscles are strong enough to support their standing position. Since one of the ways to make this transition easier is actually by alternating desk positions, the AI actually makes life easier. At the same time, it offers a change which can combat low productivity and low energy at the office.

3. Staying active while working

Another reason to consider the Autonomous SmartDesk Black Friday 2020 comes with activity levels. Staying active is not easy, especially after years of sitting for work. But at the same time, it might be one of the best times to simply look for a solution which allows things to change.

One of the main issues associated with desk jobs comes with low energy and low vibes. They are often hard to notice but active people can see them immediately. Staying active comes in many forms. Apart from alternating sitting and standing, staying active actually means workers have the ability to do light exercises while at the desk. Simply alternating legs to stand on can be a good way to keep the muscles engaged.

Exercises at the desk are also often recommended by professionals as a way to stay in good shape and to bring energy levels up. It goes without saying that a standing desk can be the perfect setting for at-work exercises. These exercises can involve simple core twists, lateral arm raises or neck. Trap stretches and cervical spine extensions can be performed while standing. These exercises directly target the neck pain issues which can come from long periods of sitting.

Trap stretches can be performed from a standing position, simply pulling the head to the right side with the right hand and then repeating the process on the left side with the left hand. With a direct activation of the traps and of the neck muscles, the risk of neck pain is considerably reduced. At the same time, it’s also worth knowing that simply having the ability to bring the shoulders blades to close together while maintaining the position for a couple of seconds can be one of the simplest exercises to perform to alleviate back pain. The movement can also be made while standing.

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4.    Avoiding hunger

The Autonomous Standing Desk also takes care of other work-related issues such as eating. For many people, eating is an issue at work. No time to prepare meals as well as a lack of a plan when it comes to taking food breaks can lead to multiple health issues. At the same time, many people are simply skipping meals as they don’t find a tasty delicious food to consume.

The AI of the desk is able to meet these daily needs. It can be programmed to send notifications when it is time to eat. Most importantly, it can also be programmed to make the orders to the favorite restaurant or takeaway place for the food to come when the break time is close.

In the same segment, the smart desk is also able to suggest taking a coffee break. Coffee is a simple way to boost energy and positive moods at the workplace and for many people, it means having the ability to deal with the issues of energy directly. Hydration is crucial at every stage of the day. Actually, there is supporting evidence to show that most people don’t drink enough water. It is why it’s worth to consider the actions which can be taken when it comes to drinking water regularly. Instead of using separate smartphone apps to remind workers to drink water, the software which comes with the Autonomous desk does this automatically.

Of course, all of these processes can be easily used and programmed. Shortcuts to most of these actions are possible. All workers need to do is to set the AI to their preferred plan and use it for maximum productivity and health benefits.

5. Ending the day with reduced fatigue

One of the most overlooked benefits of choosing the Autonomous Standing Desk this Black Friday 2020 comes with the overall refreshing feeling at the end of the day. Compared to a traditional desk which requires people to sit for long periods of time, Autonomous proposes a system which takes the pressure off the spine and the neck. This leads to lower fatigue.

Standing comes with changing positions as it is rare for workers to maintain the same leg posture for the entire workday. It is why it allows various muscles to active. But core activation is also enhanced while standing. This means that the entire area of the lower body generally stays more active withstanding. For many people, it can make a huge difference at the end of the day. While energy levels are generally lower at the end of an 8-hour shift, fatigue can be controlled and diminished. Neck fatigue and leg fatigue can be combated by alternating sitting and standing. This is the perfect opportunity to bring one of the most impressive changes in the way people work to life.

Combining these two main postures with exercises for the upper body means that most large muscles can remain active. Without having to deal with stiff legs or stiff arms, the active posture which comes with the adjustable desk is recommended for both men and women.

Most importantly, the desk comes with various height adjustments which make all of the above benefits possible. At its lowest point of 24 inches, the desk is in a position which can find workers being in towards the end of the day when energy levels are typically lower. Starting the day at the desk’s highest point of 51 inches is recommended for the high energy levels of this time.

This height adjustability can also be alternated through the day to maintain activity levels. For most people, this means multiple height adjustments and a movement pattern which can become second nature. Luckily, the desk is tested for 10.000 cycles which means it comes with a long life.

With an interface which makes it easy to use, a desk is an option for the future. Its integrated display and control center with a 7” screen makes the entire process easier. This, of course, eliminates the need for various cabled alternatives which further minimize the impact of the desk making it a modern minimalist design.

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With various benefits which range from health to productivity, the Autonomous Standing Desk, especially SmartDesk 4 is an inspired Black Friday 2020 choice. Made with an integrated controller which handles the most important moment of the day such as those of hustle and those of downtime, the desk is able to make work life easier.

At the same time, it comes with AI integration which simplifies these processes. So instead of dealing with multiple devices such as phones and calendars, the AI integrated Google Calendar and it anticipates food breaks by asking workers if they need to place an order at their local takeaway. When the workday is nearly over, the adjustable desk is also able to quickly call a taxi to ensure workers get home as quickly as possible.

With all of these integrated functions, the desk is also one of the capable solutions when it comes to future-proofing the design. For this purpose, workers also get access to the Autonomous OS platform. The platform connects users and developers and it is a clear sign the technology is always improving and listening to what workers want. With ever-changing working conditions, it is an AI technology orientated towards the future.

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Approximately 10 million osteoporotic fragility fractures occur every year and lead to over 400,000 deaths and health care costs in excess of US$80 billion. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men at the age of 65 will experience a fragility fracture in their remaining lifetime. This condition is most concerning in post-menopausal women because estrogen acts as a regulator of bone remodelling and its loss causes uncontrolled high bone loss.

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ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 8702
Last updated: 18 September 2021
This information is added by users of ASN. Neither ASN nor the Flight Safety Foundation are responsible for the completeness or correctness of this information. If you feel this information is incomplete or incorrect, you can submit corrected information.

Type:Silhouette image of generic C402 model; specific model in this crash may look slightly different
Cessna 402
Owner/operator:Scenic Airlines
Registration: N3250Q
MSN: 402-0050
Fatalities:Fatalities: 10 / Occupants: 10
Other fatalities:0
Aircraft damage: Written off (damaged beyond repair)
Location:Shivwits Plateau, Grand Canyon, AZ -   United States of America
Phase: En route
Nature:Passenger - Non-Scheduled/charter/Air Taxi
Departure airport:North Las Vegas Airport (KVGT)
Destination airport:North Las Vegas Airport (KVGT)
On October 16, 1971, a Cessna 402 (N3250Q) departed from North Las Vegas Airport (KVGT) en-route to Grand Canyon National Park Airport (KGCN). The air tour flight was being operated by Scenic Airlines and was scheduled to be 90 minutes in duration. Pilot Wayne Leeth age 46, had flown the route more than 600 times and had more than 2,400 hours total time with 415 hours in the Cessna 402.

A fast moving cold front brought snow showers and low visibility that morning as the flight of four tour aircraft made their way eastbound through the canyon. With the ceiling and visibility dropping, the four planes began to turn back for Las Vegas. Captain Leeth was the last aircraft to turn around after attempting to make it over the Shivwits Plateau near Parashant Canyon. Captain Leeth's last radio call was that he was turning back due to weather. The time was 9:45 AM.

With only three of his four planes safely back on the ramp, a concerned John Siebold (Scenic Airlines owner) began to take the steps in an attempt to locate the overdue aircraft. Without success, the official search was under way by 2:00 PM. The weather continued to hamper the search efforts and it wasn't until the next day around noon that the scattered wreckage of N3250Q was discovered on a snow covered plateau. All ten persons on-board were killed.

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25-Feb-2008 12:00 ASN archive Added
14-Dec-2008 11:49 Mike McComb Updated
05-Dec-2016 21:34 TB Updated [Time, Source]
22-May-2019 08:49 Captain Adam Updated [Location, Departure airport, Destination airport, Narrative]
11-May-2020 09:58 The2ndBaron Updated [Phase]

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We have a variety of audios from all stages of flight in various places. Each week we are adding new material so keep visiting Aviation Listeners.com.

Our transcripts contain what we believe is a 100% what the pilots and controllers said. We also make recommendations based on our experience.

Please note that each country may have different procedures or phraseology that may differ from our suggestions. Aviation Listeners.com is, therefore, not responsible of any damages incurred from one of our audios, exercises, transcripts or any material in our website.

About Us

Aviation Listeners is a small group of Air Traffic Controllers, Airline Pilots, and Web Programmers/Designers. Together, we share a common goal which is helping others improve their communication skills, hence, contributing to Aviation Safety.

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Personal experiences audios are audios recorded directly from the flight deck. These audios have also been edited (to prevent legal action from the airline) and shortened to increase the efficiency of our exercises.  If you want to share your audio with us, please send us your audio to aviationlisteners@gmaill.com


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Backpacking Adventure Retreat

August 19-23, 2021

A 5-day backpacking journey through rugged Montana wilderness.

“Into the woods I go, to lose my mind and find my soul” John Muir.

We will backpack on The Beaten Path, heading up to the plateau where we will set up camp and day hike to high mountain lakes. A special ceremony, along with lake swimming, berry picking and communing with the epic beauty of the natural world will be on the agenda.

This will be our 4th annual trip and we will be crossing paths with a men’s group heading the other direction, and we will commune, learn, grow and explore the intersection of the divine masculine and divine feminine.

This will be so good. Look for more details coming late Spring.

Knowing, accepting and working with your physical, emotional, spiritual and cognitive strengths as well as your deficits, will guide you toward the needed balance.

We will uncover, examine, and lovingly tend to the parts of ourselves that may be hidden, denied, disavowed or exiled. We will welcome ourselves home to ourselves by working together, exploring, and challenging ourselves in the wilderness. Eating, playing, and being astonished by the inner landscapes as they are mirrored to us by the incredible and pristine outer landscapes.

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We are Awesome Brooklyn. We are located in the fun and lively section of Flatbush called PLG or Prospect Lefferts Gardens. It's a special neighborhood that borders the East side of Prospect Park, one of the greatest parks in the world.  We would love it if you can visit our brick and mortar store but if you can't make it to Brooklyn, we invite you to shop here - on our website. Unfortunately not every product has made it onto the site but if there is something you saw on Instagram or the like, let us know you want to purchase it and we will see what we can do!

Awesome is brought to you by Vanessa Raptopoulos, her daughter Athena who spends almost as much time at Awesome as Vanessa does and our biggest supporter, the husband Miles, who you may see out on Flatbush promoting Awesome. It has been Vanessa's dream for the past 15 years to own her own store and she finally found a location in the best neighborhood to complete her vision to put this dream into action. In November of 2017 Awesome opened its doors to the community and has been met with lots of that Brooklyn love we hear so much about.

Who is Vanessa and what are her credentials to open a store, you ask? Well Vanessa got her start at a catalog and website called UncommonGoods, also located in Brooklyn, which you may have heard of. After that Vanessa started her own Jewelry line called Vanessa Amalia Jewelry but she always wanted to get back to the gift world and here we are, back at it.

We love giving the perfect gift. It just feels so great. Giving gifts in our opinion is even greater than getting them. So what we do here is we try and cultivate enough AWESOME gifts that when you shop our site or enter our doors you think WOW! This place is Awesome! My (mom, sister, husband etc) would love this! We hope you think we are Awesome too!

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Rebellious Cockatoo Rips Down Anti-Bird Spikes And Throws Them On The Floor

Isaac Sherring-Tito was just strolling at the Tow Centre Arcade in Katoomba, New South Wales when all of a sudden, something spiky hurtled down onto the ground. Naturally, he looked up to see who and what had caused it. To his surprise, he found a cockatoo ripping out anti-bird spikes on the ledge! It was removing the spikes so it could walk and rest on the ledge.

These anti-bird spikes were installed on the shopping center’s ledge to protect shoppers from experiencing unfortunate bird poo incidents. However, this spunky little bird wasn’t having it. Instead of just flying away to find a spike-free spot, it took matters into its own hands, er, beak. When Isaac stumbled upon this feisty feathered creature, it had already uprooted several lines of the spikes.

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This cockatoo made a bold statement against a mall by picking out the anti-bird spikes installed along one of its ledges

The bird’s amused witness didn’t waste any time and started recording the hilarious ‘crime’. And when he shared his discovery on Facebook, it quickly became a viral hit. As of writing, the video has already amassed over 7.7K views, 16,000 likes and 49,000 comments. Surprisingly, a lot of people actually know the mischievous bird. In fact, it turns out that it’s actually a bit of a celebrity thanks to its many dubious antics.

However, we can’t exactly blame this bird for being naughty. According to Sean Dooley, editor of Australian Birdlife, they “seem to take great enjoyment” in destruction, “whether it is random vandalism or more strategic damage”.

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This type of bird is very mischievous

These fabulous feathered creatures are endemic not only to Australia, but Indonesia, New Guinea, the Philippines and the Solomon Islands. There are about 21 species of this bird. On average, these birds are said to live up to 60 years. However, there was one that defied the norm, a bird called Cookie lived in Brookfield Zoo in Chicago from 1933 to 2016.

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Check out the reaction towards this defiant bird’s spike-pulling antic

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clever girl

fighting back

going to be hailed as a hero among other birds

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much smarter than many humans i know

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smart little cookie

spikes are illegal to use

the birds have spoken

welcome our bird overlords

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Jon Wedge Captured These Amazing Images Of Foxes In His Backyard

When three gorgeous red foxes decided to make his backyard their home last winter, photographer Jon Wedge knew he simply had to capture some images of the trio. Wedge lives on Prince Edward Island in Canada, where the winters are harsh and urban foxes are common. The way these particular animals set up camp in his backyard was a true delight for the photographer, being one of the most amazing experiences he's ever had with wildlife. Every day the foxes would show up in the morning, jump on top of his garden sheds and sleep on them. When the sun started to set, they would leave again, off to hunt in the night. Check out the amazing pictures!
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Yeast Assimilable Nitrogen (YAN)

Nitrogen is a critical grape nutrient for yeast growth and fermentation activity and affects the rate and completion of fermentation, fermentation bouquet and style of wine. Nitrogen is also linked to wine volatile sulfur compounds and ‘reduction’.

YAN analysis provides information on the nitrogen status of grapes, musts and juices: specifically, the amount of nitrogen available for yeast to utilise during fermentation.

Early detection of nitrogen deficiency in grapes and juice can enable winemakers to make informed decisions regarding nitrogen additions using inorganic nitrogen (di-ammonium phosphate; DAP, click here to access the DAP calculator) or organic nitrogen (proprietary yeast supplements). Nitrogen supplements can reduce the risk of slow or stuck fermentations, affect the development of undesirable sensory characters such as hydrogen sulfide and reductive character, and can modify wine style by increasing the fruity/estery profile. Excessive inorganic nitrogen can increase the risk of ester taint formation.

YAN can be quantified by independent analysis of ammonia (NH3) and alphaamino nitrogen (αAN; also referred to as free-amino nitrogen or FAN)

[YAN] = 0.8225 * [NH3] + [αAN]

NH3 analysis can be performed by:

  • Enzymatic method
  • Ion selective electrode

αAN analysis can be performed by:

  • Nitrogen by o-phthalaldehyde (NOPA)
  • High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
  • Near Infra-Red Spectroscopy (NIR)

YAN concentrations range from 50 to 450 mg/L in Australia with 100 to 200 mg/L being common. Low YAN is associated with low soil organic content and overall dry growing conditions.

Recommended YAN levels in grapes/musts/juices

Minimum YAN requirement for low risk fermentation:

  • Whites – approx. 150 mg/L
  • Reds – approx. 100 mg/L

YAN requirement for clean/fruity flavour:

  • Whites – approx. 250 to 350 mg/L
  • Reds – unknown (research in progress)

Maximum YAN demand:

  • Mean = 400 mg/L
  • Range = 330 to 470 mg/L

  1. These values are to be used as a guide and depend heavily on yeast strain and fermentation conditions (e.g. initial sugar, temperature, fermentation aeration).
  2. YAN requirement for clean/fruity flavour has only been determined in Chardonnay: low YAN juices gave more complex aromas whereas moderate YAN gave cleaner and more fruity aromas in young wines.
  3. Large additions of inorganic nitrogen (DAP) can increase risk of ester taint (ethyl acetate) formation.
  4. Higher initial juice/must YAN values increase fermentation rate and heat production.
  5. DAP can be added in divided doses to give a more moderate rate of fermentation.
  6. Higher initial juice/must YAN values or DAP additions can increase the risk of residual YAN in finished wines.

Sampling recommendations

  • Juice samples are best
    • Clarified juice for non-skin contact cultivars
    • Berry pulp and skin for skin contact cultivars; if juice samples are used, increase the YAN estimate by approx. 20%
  • Take samples as close to harvesting as possible
    • 1-2 weeks prior to harvest when weather conditions are cool to moderate
    • Several days to 1 week prior to harvest, and preferably taken from the juice/must, under hot, dry conditions
  • Fermenting juice will give misleading results
  • Omit seeds from sample preparation
  • Do not post samples for analysis without clarification and/or sulfur dioxide (SO2) addition (see Submission of samples)

  • AWRI staff publication # 875. Bell, S.-J.; Henschke, P.A. Implications of nitrogen nutrition for grapes, fermentation and wine. Aust. J. Grape Wine Res. 11: 242295; 2005.
  • AWRI staff publication # 1001. Vilanova, M. Ugliano, M. Varela, C. Siebert, T. Pretorius, I.S. Henschke, P.A. Assimilable nitrogen utilisation and production of volatile and non-volatile compounds in chemically defined medium by Saccharomyces cerevisiae wine yeasts. Appl. Microbiol. Biotechnol. 77 (1): 145-157; 2007.
  • AWRI staff publication # 1022. Ugliano, M. Henschke, P. Herdrich, M.J. Pretorius, I.S. Nitrogen management is critical for wine flavour and style. Aust. N.Z. Wine Ind. J. 22(6): 24-30; 2007.
  • AWRI staff publication # 1045. Cowey, G. Excessive copper fining of wines sealed under screwcaps – identifying and treating reductive winemaking characters. Aust. N.Z. Grapegrower Winemaker (531): 49-56; 2008.
  • AWRI staff publication # 1078. Coulter, A.D. Henschke, P.A. Simos, C.A. Pretorius, I.S. When the heat is on, yeast fermentation runs out of puff. Aust. N.Z. Wine Ind. J. 23 (5): 29-33; 2008.
  • AWRI staff publication # 1144. Ugliano, M; Winter, G; Coulter, A.D; Henschke, P.A. Practical management of hydrogen sulfide during fermentation – an update. Aust. N.Z. Grapegrower Winemaker. Annual Technical Issue (545a): 30-37; 2009.
  • Dukes, B.C. Butzke, C.E. Rapid determination of primary amino acids in grape juice using an o-phthalaldehyde/N-acetyl-L-cysteine spectrophotometric assay. Am. J. Enol. Vitic. 49 (2): 125-134; 1998.


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Imelda May Biography

“The problem with an artist like Imelda May is that she’s so good, it makes a
critical review almost impossible to write; her performance is flawless.” – Clash

Imelda May, born in Dublin and raised in the Liberties, may be an unknown name  to some, but to many she is already a superstar. She is unmistakable both in her music (a fusion of surf guitars, blues and rockabilly that wouldn’t be out of place  in a David Lynch film) and her style, with a solitary curl and shock of blonde in her jet black hair. In Ireland, her debut album ‘Love Tattoo’, which she recorded  and released on her own label, has gone Triple Platinum. She has shared a stage with Eric Clapton, Chuck Berry, David Gilmour, Sharon Shannon, Jeff
Beck, Shane Macgowan, Kirsty McCall, Van Morrison, Lionel Richie, Wanda  Jackson, Paul Brady and Meatloaf. And now, with the release of her new album “Mayhem”, she is about to go stellar.
Being the youngest of five siblings , Imelda was the most susceptible to the various influences from her older brothers and sisters, which she could hear constantly through the walls of their two bedroom house. There was folk, the obligatory chart pop, and then there was Elvis. “My brother was a mad Elvis fan, and I found a tape in his room with Elvis, Eddie Cochran and Gene Vincent. I thought the music was fantastic.”

By the age of nine Imelda had fallen in love with rockabilly and the blues – the only kid in her class who wasn’t into Wet Wet Wet. Singing along to rock n roll from an early age, her tastes began to develop and deepen, first with Elmore James and then – “ I heard Billie Holiday, and that blew my mind.” After a year of art college she dropped out, deciding she would rather sing for a living. At that point, her professional experience was confined to having sung on an ad for Findus Fish Fingers at 14. “A girl in The Liberties was in the music business and she got me this ad, where I sang, ‘Betcha never put your finger on a crunchier crumb!’ I got £40 for it!” She quickly found work singing with the swing troupe Blue Harlem and rock n roller Mike Sanchez and had an interesting spell of singing in burlesque clubs: “I’d sing while the other girls were onstage. One of them used to take an angle grinder to her crotch and would produce a shower of sparks. One day a spark flew down my throat when I was singing!”  Imelda began singing in clubs when she was 16 years old and had the honour of being occasionally barred from her own shows at Dublin’s Bruxelles club for being underage. “I was getting tips from the best musicians in Dublin. One of them said, ‘Your voice is great, but it needs to roughen.” It was around this time, when driving a tearful Imelda to a gig, that her father asked her “Is your heart broken? Excellent. Now you can sing the blues”. Remembered by Imelda as a turning point in her life, from then on her voice developed into the sultry, rich and unique tone you hear today.
By 2006 she was itching to go solo, and formed her own band. “We started out a bit jazzier, but it needed balls and roughing up which it got.” Her debut album,
“Love Tattoo” was soon released and started to get noticed. Catching the attention of Jools Holland in 2008 she supported him on tour which led to him
requesting her to appear on Later. Here she performed to an audience that included Jeff Beck, Elbow and Roots Manuva and afterwards Beck made a point of telling Holland that he was only there to see Imelda. In 2009, Imelda knocked Bruce Springsteen off No. 1 to become the first female Irish artist to top the Irish album charts since Mary Black nearly 20 years ago. She then went on to win Female Artist of the Year at the Irish Meteor Awards. Despite album success,
Imelda continued to tour, playing to over 400 000 people in 8 countries across Europe and the US – including, most recently a US tour with Jamie Cullum.
Imelda has not only caught people’s attention musically, her striking style and unmistakable cool but quirky 50s look has led her to grace the front cover of the Irish Sunday Times Style, Roberto Cavalli flew her out to perform at his private party during the Milan Fashion Week. 2010 got off to an auspicious start when Imelda accepted an offer from Jeff Beck to perform with him at the Grammys. This was followed in April by a two night support slot in London with one of her idols, Wanda Jackson.
Her new album ‘Mayhem’ sees Imelda continue to develop her uniquely modern fusion of classic musical genres. The record not only showcases her exceptional songwriting ability, but also displays some more disparate influences, with first single Psycho seeing Imelda channel the spirit of early PJ Harvey, whilst the heartbreakingly poignant “Kentish Town Waltz” conjures an image of Chrissie Hynde at her most reflective.

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Navigating New Ground: Knowing Rules of Commercial UAS Use is Crucial

An unmanned aircraft system (UAS) was used to inspect the lighting assembly at the top of a high mast light pole approximately 120 feet in the air.

By David Crissey

Examining and evaluating the structural integrity of the signs above you, the traffic and signal poles alongside you on the highway, and the bridges you drive over and under is a vital process established to ensure that critical infrastructure stays intact and you and your loved ones remain safe. Through the years, my colleagues and I at Ayres Associates have inspected more than 18,000 bridges and completed more than 3,000 underwater inspections nationwide. Specifically in Florida, we’ve performed over 5,000 overhead sign inspections – from routine to emergency inspections – on all types of signs. We traditionally access these structures with ladders, bucket trucks, and rope access techniques.

With the recent addition of unmanned aircraft systems, or UAS, to the structural inspection scene, important (but difficult to access) evaluations like these can now be done in a safer and more productive manner. But although the efficiencies they bring to the job site are invaluable, we can’t lose sight of their associated operating rules and requirements.

UASThe drones that the FAA-certified pilots at Ayres Associates operate follow all requirements under the small UAS rule (Part 107). We’ve studied diligently, become well-versed in the FAA’s regulations and polices, and passed the aeronautical knowledge test at an FAA-approved testing center.

In the best interest of the infrastructure we’re inspecting and for the well-being of the members of the public beneath our buzzing drones, being mindful of the rules and regulations governing the equipment’s proper use is a must. Here’s a quick rundown of when and where we can use a UAS like ours commercially. More information is available here.

It’s OK to:

  • Operate our UAS – in suitable weather conditions – to assist with the various ancillary, bridge, and other structural inspections we do.
  • Fly during the day and within 400 feet of the top of the surface we’re inspecting.
  • Fly over private property, as long as we’re following all local laws and ordinances.

It’s not OK to:

  • Fly over people, roads, traffic, or sensitive property such as power stations or government facilities.
  • Operate in a restricted airspace or within 5 miles of an airport.
  • Fly the drone out of our visual line of sight.
  • Fly near emergency response efforts, such as fires.
  • Fly near other aircraft.

The rules we abide by are more stringent than those for hobbyists flying drones for fun in their front yard or neighborhood park, and we hope this reassures our current and prospective clients. Drones are proving to be an asset to us in the structural inspection field, and we hope that our training and awareness of charts and aeronautical rules puts our clients at ease too – and that the imagery they collect allows us to deliver even more detailed and accurate inspection reports in the end.

Editor’s Note: This piece is the second in an occasional series about unmanned aircraft systems and their applications in the engineering, surveying, and mapping fields. The first post in the series is available here.

David Crissey joined Ayres Associates’ structural inspection group in November 2015, bringing more than 29 years of experience in above water, underwater, and rope access inspections. He’s coordinated the inspection of various structure types, including timber, movable, fixed fracture critical, complex, overhead signs, high mast lights, signal mast arms, and pedestrian overpasses. Among his many certifications, David is a Florida certified bridge inspector, is a certified commercial diver, and is trained in rope access inspections through the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians. He earned his remote pilot certification in September 2016.

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    Thanks David taking the time to let people know what’s going on in the sUAS world. I have been flying for 44 years full size aircraft and 30 years radio control. I received my remote pilot certificate this past year also and have an appreciation for what the FAA is trying to do. It’s for the safety of all and the system will get better.


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Bordeaux in 48 hours

Want to make the most of your weekends to enjoy a mini city break with friends, your partner or family? You're just in time. We have created an itinerary for just 48 hours in Bordeaux. It's difficult to know where to start when you have to choose between sampling local food, shopping, relaxing and cultural attractions. All you need to do is pack your bag, put on a good pair of shoes and jump on the next train. Ready? Let's go!

City view Bordeaux

You will arrive at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station towards the end of the morning (Brussels - Bordeaux is around a 6-hour journey)

12.00 - 13.30
Travelling really makes you hungry. So don't waste any time and head for the city centre to have lunch on a delightful sun-drenched terrace. Whether you want vegetarian, traditional or trendy food, each restaurant has a wide range of options to suit your tastes.

14.00 - 15.45
To help your food go down, take a stroll around old Bordeaux. It's the perfect opportunity to see the unmissable sights: Place de la Bourse, the Saint-Michel spire and the Porte Cailhau. This city is a UNESCO world heritage site and the perfect setting for a stroll and a little shopping!

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Make sure you don't miss one inch of this city's surprising architectural wealth by admiring the magnificent panorama from the top of the Pey-Berland bell tower of Saint-André cathedral. It's almost dream-like with iridescent blue sky and a view to take your breath away.

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It's aperitif time! It's not surprising this French city with its rich wine-making heritage is thronged with seasoned drinkers in search of an "apéro". Step out of the hustle and bustle of the city and head to Chez Alriq, a unique and quintessentially French place to eat, drink and dance that is a meeting point for the cultures of the world. Sample their simple dishes accompanied by a good glass of wine on your own, with a date, with friends or with your family. Let the festivities begin!

A boat on a river in Bordeaux

Is the ticking clock stressing you out? Take a deep breath and relax. There's no better way to take advantage of the last hours of your city break.

10.30 - 12.00
How about starting your day off with a good brunch? You'll be surprised to see it's a flagship destination with something for all budgets. Now is the time to gather your strength and start your second day.

12.30 - 15.00

In need of some art or history? Start your afternoon with a cultured trip to the Musée des Beaux-Arts or the Cité du Vin. For a few options, see our ranking of the city's top 5 museums.

From 15.30 onwards

Are you itching to go for a stroll or relax in the sun? It is Sunday after all.
Discover some of the green spaces in the heart of the city or head to the banks of the Garonne river  where you can go for a cycle or a boat trip and contemplate the 18th century building fronts, the Place de la Bourse, the Cité du Vin and the sublime Port of the Moon. There's nothing better than an overview of all the key monuments to re-live this magical weekend :)
For more ideas, see our list of 10 activities to do in a weekend.

If you have a few extra hours,
dedicate the end of your weekend to discovering Bordeaux's wine. Find the 6 wine roads that wind through 120,000 hectares of vines in the Gironde department.
Don't miss the other culinary specialities. Make sure to try cannelés, which are little succulent pastries flavoured with vanilla and rum. If you want something savoury, opt for iodine-rich oysters from the Arcachon Bay, eels or Aquitaine caviar.

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  • Citypass: A must-have with many benefits.
  • A city map: The city is a manageable size, so you won't get lost.
  • Accommodation: The city has something for all tastes and needs, and all budgets too! Tip: Aim for the Place des Quinconces or Place de Saint-Pierre districts. The Bastide quarter  is also affordable.


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Our lab uses Tobii 1750 and T60 XL eye-trackers. www.tobii.com

We use these and the other two eye-trackers for studies of motion perception, object perception, face perception, emotion perception, aesthetic preferences, and pattern detection. We also integrate eye tracking and EEG/ERP (see below), and we conduct a few studies using standard preferential looking paradigms.

We also have an EyeLink model 1000 eye tracker. http://www.sr-research.com

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Updating the old guesses with new guesses

NCAA Basketball: ACC Tournament-North Carolina State vs Pittsburgh Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

You hear a knock at the door.

You open it to see a delivery man.

“Telegram for you, sir.”

“Why thank you, Orville. Here’s something for your troubles, say hello to the misses.”

Hurriedly opening the telegram it reads:

Astounded at this news, you find a second page:

You slump in your chair, unsure how to proceed. The final page in the envelope encloses a copy of the 2020-2021 NC State Men’s Basketball Roster and (for now) their schedule. That roster reads as follows:

How did we get here? Everything in 2020 has been haywire. Against all odds, and doubters, football did happen after all. It may have benefitted from being on one side of a curve that is trending troublingly in the wrong direction. Somehow basketball seems to have snuck up on us. It shouldn’t feel weird, it starts literally every fall, and they’re usually a handful of games into the season by now. But even though we haven’t had it since March, for some reason it feels like, “wait, basketball already??”. I guess 2020 stays being 2020. Will we get a full basketball season? Well, Duke sure is off to a grand start. A Gardner-Webb team member tested positive so to be safe the game is postponed for now. As it was with football, any games we get will be a blessing.

Now where does that leave NC State??

Since the beginning of the Kevin Keatts era we’ve been saying “just wait until gets the full roster he wants”. For the last year we’ve been saying, “help is on the way”. Last year’s roster was hamstrung by injuries and not having Deron Seabron eligible to play as planned. Even with that, Keatts took that roster to the verge of what we will always assume was a berth in the NCAA tournament. I would say last season’s team slightly overachieved, finishing 20-12 (10-10), 6th in conference.

But now.. it appears that FINALLY in year 4 of his tenure, Kevin Keatts has 100% of his own players, all recruited to fit his system. The players on this roster are a mix of veterans and high upside newcomers.

A few months ago, I put together my predictions for how the starting lineup would shake out for this season. My take at that time:

PG: Cam Hayes / Shakeel Moore / Braxton Beverly

SG: Devon Daniels / Thomas Allen / Dereon Seabron

SF: Jericole Hellems / Josh Hall / AJ Taylor

PF: DJ Funderburk / Nick Farrar

C: Manny Bates / Ebenezer Dowuona

(Now, Hall and Taylor are no longer with the team. Side note, it turns out that Hall, Jalen Lecque AND Omer Yurtseven were all picked up by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Nothing else to say on that, side note complete.)

I can’t believe I wrote that at the BEGINNING of the pandemic, so much has not happened since. Sigh, I digress.

As Steven noted Monday, Kevin Keatts really likes this team. Even with those departures, this is definitely the most talent the Wolfpack have had top to bottom in years.

In order to update the predictions for the roster, I’ll focus on the 2-deep at every position (mostly). Keatts says he has 8 guys who could realistically start. That’s probably true, but a few of them are definite locks.

SF: Devon Daniels / Jericole Hellems

PF: DJ Funderburk / Nick Farrar

C: Manny Bates / Ebenezer Dowuona

Barring injury, Devon Daniels, DJ Funderburk and Manny Bates are definitely locks to start. Keatts has said that DJ and Bates (DJ Bates would be a good Halloween themed DJ name) have gotten more comfortable playing with one another.

As for DJ Bates’ backups, I’m sticking with Nick Farrar and Ebenezer Dowuona. Farrar has been impressive in his short time so far by all accounts. He’s only 6’6”, but at 260lbs he will be a significant change of pace for defenders who got used to going against Funderburk. Dowuona is similar in size and weight to Bates, but his inexperience will likely limit his impact, especially early on in the season.

This brings us to the logjam at the guard position. Interesting tidbit, gopack’s depth chart only lists guards at forwards, no further detail than that. It seems in line with the fact that multiple people at a time will be seen bringing the ball up the court, as Keatts wants it.

PG: Cam Hayes / Shakeel Moore / Braxton Beverly**

SG: Thomas Allen / Dereon Seabron

I’d originally slotted Daniels at the SG but I’m sliding him to SF to make room for my newest prediction: Thomas Allen will start. This would bump Jericole Hellems to the bench, but I feel he’ll likely be the 6th man and first to check in for Daniels at SF. Seabron will back up Allen. He may end up starting, but he’s very green and hasn’t played any actual games in over a year. We have only seen glimpses here and there. He is clearly very athletic, but we will have to wait and see if he has the discrete skills needed at this position. With little besides snippets of footage that’s out there, I think ball security might be a learning area early on for him. At the same time, we will likely see him bringing the ball up the floor. He’s not exactly a Magic Johnson 6’9” PG, but at 6’7” he’d be the tallest person to do so since maybe Julius Hodge? Feel free to fact check me on that one.

I’m only using PG and SG as lines in the sand even though they don’t really apply to this team or this coach. Keatts himself has said recently he doesn’t feel he’ll have a traditional PG in the way that Markell Johnson was. For this roster, Cam Hayes is the closest equivalent. All reports have led me to believe he will be the (eventual) starting PG for this team. In March, it was a gut feeling, but it has now been bolstered by scuttlebutt about how good he looks. His likely backup, Shakeel Moore, has been described by Keatts as the best on-ball defender since he’s been there. That’s high praise, and that defensive intensity will be sorely needed. Hopefully it’s infectious to the rest of the team, and also hopefully his defense has been making Cam Hayes better.

This brings us to Braxton Beverly. For anyone that watched the delightful show Ted Lasso recently, Beverly is the “Roy Kent” equivalent. The wily vet that’s seen it all, but has lost a step compared to the new (younger) talent coming in. Note the asterisk in my list below. I think this is because Beverly will start the season initially, but Hayes will assert his presence on the court and force Keatts’ hand. Braxton provides a steady hand, but if we’re being honest, PG is not his natural position. He has been placed in that role out of necessity when “not good Markell” showed up or due to injuries, or both. He plays much better off the ball, where he can catch and shoot 3’s. But then he can’t start at SG because Allen will likely have a lock on it. Then, at a VERY generous 6’0”, he has to compete with 6’7” Seabron. On top of all this, his back is still a question mark. We don’t know if the extended time off allowed him time to heal or if that issue will reappear.

For these reasons, I think the course of the season will move him out of the starting lineup. Meanwhile, I foresee Moore making a name for himself on defense that turns into fast break offense. As much we love Beverly and thank him for his service, it will be hard to keep with a guy who can do this. Moore is the same height, yet lightyears more talented. He is the opposite of the liability Beverly can be on defense. We will likely see Moore placed on the opponents best backcourt player.

One odd man out is Jaylon Gibson. I don’t think we should be expecting much in year 1. He can take time to develop since there will likely be roster space next year for him to contribute more often.

This brings me to the following predicted lineup for the 2020-2021 (that is hard to type or say) roster:

PG: Cam Hayes / Shakeel Moore / Braxton Beverly** (initial)

SG: Thomas Allen / Dereon Seabron

SF: Devon Daniels / Jericole Hellems

PF: DJ Funderburk / Nick Farrar

C: Manny Bates / Ebenezer Dowuona

The more I look at the roster, they more I get excited about all the permutations it could take. Keatts’ uptempo full court press leading to fast break offense can definitely work with this group. Obviously, we’re assuming the injury bug doesn’t bite this team. We’re hoping we'll finally get to see the fully armed and operational result of years of recruiting, training and experience. If pulled together well, they can achieve a much higher standing than the middle of the road position predicted for them by the press.

Sky’s the limit with this crew.

p.s. to the coronavirus, please don’t take away basketball from us a second time. I couldn’t take it.


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Prevent Unauthorized Access and Guard Privacy!

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AppLock is the app designed to take one’s troubles away when it comes to keeping our privacy intact and to ensure no one unwanted has access to our apps. The app can be easily used to lock any other application on one’s phone and ensure the security of the highest level.

AppLock APK can allow users to lock everything from WhatsApp and Instagram to settings and photo gallery. One simply has to set a specific password for the application in question and every time the app has to be opened, the user is expected to enter the password. One can use a pin, pattern, password or even a fingerprint lock.

When it comes to the gallery, the AppLock app has a Photo Vault wherein one can keep pictures and videos in a secure manner. The hidden media is thereafter not available in the gallery and only in the vault. The easiest way to keep your private moments safe from prying eyes.

In case a user has a pattern lock, the app has an invisible lock and even the keyboard is a random keyboard, ensuring that no one else can peep into your phone and try to sneak a look. AppLock for Android devices offers added security by displaying a fake cover screen displaying that the app has forcefully closed whenever some unauthorized person tries to access it.

For all users who might give their phone to younger siblings or kids to play games on, the App Lock is here to save the day. It ensures that they don’t mess up the user settings unintentionally or open private chats of the user.

Moreover, the app also has a provision to take a selfie of the intruder trying to access the user’s apps. There are a number of themes one can apply to make the lock screen more attractive or even use a customized picture. Users can also set a time lock so that the app auto-locks or unlocks within a set time and also allows one to exit briefly.

  • Lock all apps and settings easily.
  • Hide AppLock icon on the screen.
  • Photo Vault for the privacy of the gallery.
  • Pattern lock, pin, fingerprint scanner or password.
  • Auto-time lock/unlock.
  • Customize with varied themes & backgrounds.
  • Random keyboard & invisible pattern.
  • Intruder selfie.
  • Incognito browser.

The App Lock update not only ensures all these features but also works on a power-saving mode to extend the battery life. It is a small app and hence doesn’t take up much memory either.

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Download AppLock APK for Android to gain access to a safety measure which offers the best security features and allows you to easily share your device with others, without having to worry about nosy people or probing eyes.

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World’s Biggest Torrent Website to Download Everything For Free.

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The Pirate Bay is rightly known as the king of BitTorrents today. It is a website that allows you to search, download and upload links or torrent files that contribute to peer-to-peer file sharing. It can be called as the world’s biggest torrent website where almost 10,000 new files are provided on a daily basis. It allows you to download all content completely free of cost and even facilitates sharing with other Torrent users in a fast and effective manner. In technical terms, it can be defined as a torrent indexer which makes it a centralized location for all users to share their files.
The website was originally founded in 2003 in Sweden by the company Piratbyran. Ever since then, it has been involved in quite a few legal issues and has been faced with many lawsuits regarding infringement of copyright. Since all the content available on it can rightly be called pirated, it has mainly faced trouble from anti-piracy organizations. The website has even been blocked in certain countries, so if you’re using it, do so with caution.
When you start using the website, you can choose to register yourself by creating an account. This isn’t mandatory for downloading and sharing files and is completely up to you. You can look for your favorite torrents in the following ways on Pirate Bay.
Search for a specific file by typing out its name or a keyword and selecting the category to which it belongs. Check out the trending or most popular torrents section to know what others are downloading. Browse based on categories like movies, music, games, TV shows, etc. Take a look at the recent torrents section to narrow your search.
The best part about this website is that it is regularly updated and all the recent torrents are made available. When it comes to TV shows, all the new episodes are added regularly to make sure you never miss out on any of them. Each category can be searched for in a very convenient manner and when you search for music, you can even narrow down your search based on the genre you’re looking for.
Though there are no restrictions on accessing and downloading content from Pirate Bay, the administrators do ask you to keep a few points in mind. Some of these include taking responsibility for what you share, not sharing any malicious content and not violating the privacy of other users by making use of the website tracker. Keep these points in mind and you’re good to go!

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Benefits of Training Existing Staff

Written on: 7 May 2021

Written by: Megan Hussey

The tech sector is constantly evolving and the industry-wide skills gap is making the recruitment of talented tech professionals more difficult than ever. So what is the solution to keeping up with the growing demand for new skills?

Well that's simple: invest in the employees you have.

In this blog, we look at the benefits of placing staff training at the heart of your company culture and the role apprenticeships play in professional development.

Increase productivity in your team

People work for people, not businesses. Understanding the needs of your workforce and offering them opportunities for development and growth can lead to more efficient workflows and increased productivity.

Continuous learning and development can unlock potential in even the most demotivated employees, allowing them to reignite the passion they once had in their role. Larger companies now employ Learning & Development Managers to implement training within the fabric of their organisation as the return on investment in terms of productivity is so significant.

Apprenticeships have become a key contributor to staff development as they are designed to equip individuals with the skills they need to excel in their field. In 2019/20, 47% of apprenticeship starts were by people aged 25 and over, highlighting how apprenticeships have become a useful means of professional development for those in existing employment.

Create a loyal and driven workforce

Historically, it was desirable to spend your whole working life with one organisation. However, times are changing, especially in high demand sectors.

Building a tenured workforce is a struggle for many organisations in the tech sector, which has the highest labour turnover than any other industry. An article by Business Insider found that the top tech origination with the longest tenure was Facebook with an average service of only 2.02 years followed by Google with 1.9 years, Apple with 1.85 years, and Amazon with 1.84 years.

The trend isn’t limited to the tech giants. A recent study by Protech found that 53% of workers plan to make changes to their career in the next 12 months, and the prevalence of networking platforms such as LinkedIn means people are faced with more career opportunities than ever before.

So how do you create loyalty in your team? Offering development opportunities to your people will increase their commitment to your organisation as they will feel recognised and valued in their role.

Workforce Development Apprenticeships are a great method of staff training, at all levels. These programmes are tailored to specific job roles, and lead to a recognised qualification. Government funding is available to cover all or most of the costs of training – or, if you are a larger organisation, your training costs may be pre-paid through your apprenticeship levy contributions.

Upskill and Promote from Within

At Baltic, we have incorporated a ‘Grow Your Own’ ethos into our company culture. Last year, 78% of our promotable opportunities were filled internally, and we encourage all organisations to do the same.

Instead of hiring for senior positions, why not create a long-term development plan for members of your team? A great place to start is by conducting annual, quarterly or, monthly appraisals to gain an insight into your employee’s long-term career goals and map out how they are going to achieve these through personal development.

Apprenticeships are much more than a training course, they provide a professional development plan with a built in qualification to help individuals reach their full potential. As well as offering industry training, they also equip people with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours they need to thrive in their sector and advance to senior positions.

Combat the Skills Gap in the Tech Sector

Currently, the demand for tech professionals outweighs the supply which makes recruiting in the tech sector a costly and lengthy process. When you pair this with the constant evolution of the tech and digital industry, diversifying the skills of your current team through continuous professional development seems a viable option.

The Software Development industry in particular is feeling the effect of the skills gap. The 2021 Tech Nation Report identified the 10 most in-demand job roles in the UK, and 7 of these were Software Developers. Our Software Development Technician programme goes beyond the knowledge requirements of the apprenticeship standard and can be customised to suit the languages your company uses, making it a useful and affordable means of training your team.

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Better outcomes for kids facing time in adult prisons

Public interest attorneys Lauren Fine and Joanna Visser Adjoian cofounded the Youth Sentencing & Reentry Project (YSRP) to help kids facing charges in adult court get cases transferred to the juvenile justice system rather than serve time in adult prison. Determined to intercept and reroute the fates of these young people, Fine and Visser Adjoian have designed a new intervention to improve outcomes for system-involved youth. They hope that their outcomes and evidence will be potent enough to advance real system reforms—eventually eliminating the need for YSRP’s work all together.

“We hope to put ourselves out of business. We hope our work will inform decision makers so our work is no longer necessary.”

Lauren Fine, YSRP Cofounder

Imagine spending your life in prison for a dreadful mistake you made at the most reckless time of your life—when you were a teenager, maybe even younger. Imagine having no opportunity to explain that mistake in the context of a traumatic childhood. For hundreds of youth in Pennsylvania each year– most of them from Philadelphia, most of them African American – it’s a reality. In Pennsylvania, kids can be considered an adult in the eyes of the law long before they’re old enough to get a tattoo, drive or vote for the district attorney who’s prosecuting them.

There are approximately 525 people in Pennsylvania who were sentenced as children to serve life without parole in adult prison, more than any other state. Here, children as young as 10 who are charged with homicide can be tried as adults; children as young as 14 can also be tried as adults if they are charged with crimes such as robbery or aggravated assault. If they are convicted of homicide, children can go to prison for the rest of their lives. These policies exist despite research that shows children’s brains aren’t fully developed until they’re in their 20’s—specifically areas of their brains that make them more susceptible to peer pressure and less likely to comprehend risks and consequences.

Public interest attorney Lauren Fine cofounded the Youth Sentencing & Reentry Project (YSRP) in 2014 with fellow public interest lawyer Joanna Visser Adjoian to keep kids out of the adult criminal justice system. “The juvenile justice system is treatment and rehabilitation oriented and the adult system, by all accounts, is not designed for rehabilitation.” A child who’s sent to adult prison is 34 percent more likely to commit another crime and end up back in prison. “It’s a warehousing and punishment mechanism,” Fine added.

Widespread reform of the criminal and juvenile justice systems in Pennsylvania and the United States is direly needed, but slow to progress. Many efforts are underway, from political reforms to supportive services for youth. Unwilling to wait for widespread reform to occur and determined to demonstrate that even adequate representation makes a significant difference Fine and Visser Adjoian have begun to implement a new intervention to improve outcomes for system-involved youth.

Fine was propelled to cofound YSRP by a heartbreaking encounter she had with a teenager serving life in prison. He’d been abandoned by his mother; his father was in prison; he’d spent his life in foster homes and group homes and had been bullied and sexually abused. At 13, he was taken in by a gang member who was “the first stable role model in his life,” Fine said. “At 14, he committed a homicide and now he was spending his life in prison. There were points along the way where there could have been meaningful help, but there wasn’t. And so we just threw him away.”

This young man’s traumatic life, leading up to his crime, was to Fine absolutely fundamental to his case. And yet, until recent changes in the law due to United States Supreme Court decisions, attorneys assigned to cases like his had no opportunity to investigate and present the defendant’s “full-picture” story to the judge. Through Fine and Visser Adjoian’s work in the juvenile and criminal justice systems, they confirmed that this problem was widespread and set out to prove that a set of smart interventions could have a dramatic impact on the lives of children facing adult prison.

YSRP is testing a multi-part strategy to improve outcomes for young people. YSRP first conducts a mitigation investigation, which entails talking to anyone who can help paint a fuller picture of the child’s personal story, and making connections to community resources that already exist and are free. They prepare a report that details this information to be presented in court, so that the judge can determine whether the juvenile justice system is more appropriate to handle their case; then, similarly, for the sentencing judge to consider more than the punishable offense. Included in that report is a preliminary reentry plan for the child —a critical component because YSRP believes judges are more willing to move cases out of adult court or to allow for earlier release when a plan is in place. The reports also provide research about adolescent brain development and how trauma and other adverse childhood experiences impact it.

With support from The Barra Foundation, YSRP is refining its program model with guidance from an evaluation expert and has begun supporting kids and families. YSRP has begun to test their model through an initial pilot of 15 cases. Of those cases, 75 percent of them have been diverted to juvenile court, compared to a five-year average of 35 percent. Leveraging Barra’s early funding, an Echoing Green fellowship and a strong board of advisers, YSRP has raised additional funding to expand the program and continue to test its efficacy. Ultimately, Fine and Visser Adjoian hope that their outcomes and evidence will be potent enough to advance real system reforms—eventually eliminating the need for YSRP’s work all together.

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Antarctica is the most isolated continent on Earth, but it has not escaped the negative impacts of human activity. The unique marine ecosystems of Antarctica and their endemic faunas are affected on local and regional scales by overharvesting, pollution, and the introduction of alien species. Global climate change is also having deleterious impacts: rising sea temperatures and ocean acidification already threaten benthic and pelagic food webs. The Antarctic Treaty System can address local- to regional-scale impacts, but it does not have purview over the global problems that impinge on Antarctica, such as emissions of greenhouse gases. Failure to address human impacts simultaneously at all scales will lead to the degradation of Antarctic marine ecosystems and the homogenization of their composition, structure, and processes with marine ecosystems elsewhere.

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Record: 73-89, Finished 4th in NL Western Division (2018 NL)

Managed by Bruce Bochy

Coaches: Jose Alguacil, Chad Chop, Matt Herges, Hensley Meulens, Alonzo Powell, Rick Schu, Ron Wotus and Curt Young

Ballpark: AT&T Park

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The 2018 San Francisco Giants were coming off having the worst record in the National League in 2017. While most teams would have taken this as a cue to start tearing up the team in order to rebuild, most observers seemed to agree that the team was not really that bad, but instead was a victim of everything that could possibly have gone wrong doing so, saddling them with an awful record. So, instead of seeing what package of prospects they could extract by trading away their star players, the Giants decided to double down and add a few veterans to plug obvious holes in order to extend their cycle of competitiveness by one or two more years. After all this was a team that had made the postseason as recently as 2016, and had won three World Series title since the start of the decade.

The Giants made two big deals during the winter, the first one to acquire 3B Evan Longoria from the Tampa Bay Rays and the second to snag OF Andrew McCutchen from the Pittsburgh Pirates. In both cases, the trades had only cost them some young players who were not expected to contribute much in 2018 - although in the longer term, their absence could prove costly. Both Longoria and McCutchen had been among the top players in the league only a few years ago and while still productive in 2017, were on the wrong side of 30, making them liable to experience a steep decline at any moment. The Giants were betting that this would not come for at least a couple of seasons. Other additions included P Tony Watson and OF Austin Jackson, the latter essentially taking the spot of Denard Span, who had gone to the Rays in the Longoria deal. They joined a solid core that included C Buster Posey, 1B Brandon Belt, 2B Joe Panik, SS Brandon Crawford and OF Hunter Pence, all of them former contributors to World Series titles. On the mound, the top three of Madison Bumgarner, Jeff Samardzija and Johnny Cueto was as good on paper as any other team's - if they remained healthy. Sam with the bullpen tandem of Mark Melancon and Sam Dyson: potentially devastating, but both coming off recent stretches of awfulness. Everyone was expecting a bounce-back from the Giants; the question was whether it would be big enough to take them back into postseason contention.

For all the efforts put towards improving the offense in the off-season, the Giants started the year in a huge batting slump, scoring just two runs over their first four games. They still managed to exit that opening series with a .500 record, as they won 1-0 against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Opening Day, March 29th, thanks to a solo homer by Panik off Clayton Kershaw. They won again by the same score the next day, again thanks to a solo homer by Panik as Cueto gave up just one hit in seven innings. But they lost the final two games of the series by a combined score of 14-0. They were the first team since the 1988 Baltimore Orioles, who lost their first 21 games, to score so few runs in their first four games.

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  • Associated Press: "Madison Bumgarner, Giants ready to rebound from last place", USA Today Sports, March 22, 2018. [1]
  • Jorge L. Ortiz: "Giants buck trend, infuse veteran players over youth to spark club", USA Today Sports, February 28, 2018. [2]


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How To Shrink Bathing Suit Bottoms

How To Shrink Bathing Suit Bottoms, are they too big for you? did you go the size up thinking that you put on extra weight due to excessive eating or Does the bathing suit get a bit to lose after you use it?

Whatever your reason here’s the little guide to getting those bottoms shrinking.

How To Shrink Bathing Suit Bottoms or shrink the entire bathing suit is a very easy operation if your bathing suit is made of either

  • Cotton
  • Cotton blends

If your bathing suit is made up of any one of the following materials then you’re in bad luck for the reasons.

  • Spandex – Made with Really tiny bits of elastic materials and will easily melt and change molecular structure when over extreme temperatures.
  • Nylon – Another material that does not like high temperatures and will be damaged by the intensity
  • Polyester – Defo, not a shrinker, you can do the following guide a million times and it will only shrink a tiny bit.

You should not need to shrink these materials if you bought the right size.

Today’s swimsuits are usually made from cotton blends or just cotton so realistically you should be in luck. Bathing suits that are made from total cotton shrink a lot more than any made from cotton blended so if your bathing suit is made of cotton blended then you might have to repeat the following process.

How To Shrink Bathing Suit Bottoms Needs.

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Here’s what you’re going to need to shrink those goddam oversized bathing suits down:-

You are going to Need

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  • Patience (not the ones from the hospital)
  • Hot Clothes Dryer
  • Water
  • Kitchen Sink Or Bath
  • Detergents
  • Elbow Grease (please don’t google that)

The Very First Step In How To Shrink Bathing Suit Bottoms.

Fill the Bath Or Your Kitchen Sink With Very Warm Water.

Step Number 2

Get half a Cup Full Of your favorite detergent and put it into the very warm water.

Step Number 3

Using Your Natural Elbow Grease, Give the bathing suit a great Hand Wash in very soapy water.

Step Number 4

Empty The Kitchen sink or Bath and leave the bathing suit to rest for a few minutes (without rinsing)

Step Number 5

Run the tap until you get a nice Warm supply (not hot) of water. Gently rinse the swimsuit under the warm water without twisting or damaging it. So no wringing it out please folks.

Step Number 6

When you washed all the detergent completely out leaving the swimsuit still wet. Throw it into the dryer and let that spin for around 50 minutes on high heat (if made from one hundred percent cotton) or on low heat (if made from cotton blends).

Step Number 7.

Using your Time and Patience, wait 50 minutes to see if the swimsuit is completely dry. If it is, it will be smaller than the time you started this process.

Step Number 8

Go swimming again looking great with those firm buttocks. 🙂

  • Never use bleach in a bathing suit
  • Never Put Spandex or Nylon in a clothes dryer.
  • Never in a mirror Stare at Your Butt too Much Or Anyone Else’s 😉

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Some things never change. Do you think he has special goalie slash pads or something?

I'd like to preface this carefully: this has been a really, really good playoff year. Aside from Earl Sleek, Emilio Estevez, Chris Pronger's wife and Brian Burke, I think most folks would probably say that this year's playoffs have been way more entertaining than last year's.

That being said, there's been just some outright atrocious decisions made by NHL management/officiating/whatever. It honestly feels at times like hockey is such an outstanding product that it overcomes the idiocy that surrounds it.

The most despicable enterprise in hockey might just be the "makeup call" (no, wait, the most despicable enterprise is Sean Avery*. My mistake).

Holmstrom got away with goalie interference in Game 1 and therefore Detroit was improperly stripped of a goal that might have lowered the broom on the Stars in tonight's game. Is it "fair"? I guess, maybe. It might not take away the Stars win or the slight momentum it developed, but it's got to worry you about their chances in Game 5. Either way, the league's pin-the-tale-on-the-donkey approach to allowing or disallowing goals is getting downright old.

Then again, it could be worse:

It's going to take me a while to get over that one. Seriously, could the universe have picked a better coach to be a victim of such a ridiculous call than Angry John Totorella? Maybe Pat Quinn, but that would only be better because his cheeks would probably become rosy with anger. You owe it to yourself, as a hockey fan, to watch the clip under the "Unbelievable" link. (The Finnish goal scorer's reaction is particularly hilarious)

Honestly, the Stars simply don't have an answer for Datsyuk and Zetterberg. Every single time Zetterberg touches the puck, it feels like something bad is going to happen. And it pretty much does.

It's interesting how quickly the Stars are assuming the exact same stance that the Sharks did (although the Sharks had the extra carrot of a Home Game 7). The Stars have a lot of heart, but I do wonder if they'll simply get destroyed in the next game.

It'd be nice if tonight's win was more than a moral victory, but it's hard to imagine.

Then again, it has been 33 years since the last reverse sweep...

*I swear, I've almost misspelled Sean Avery by calling him Steve Avery at least 10 times this postseason. I guess if the confusion caused the former NY Mets pitcher to get Elisha Cuthbert in the sack he wouldn't complain, but otherwise the association would probably bother him...


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Experiential learning is key to putting your MBA knowledge into practice and developing life-long connections. Coupled with a diverse classroom, the insights you gain from diverse industries and cultural differences help to develop a global mindset. At the start of your programme, you are allocated to a study group designed to provide a support mechanism throughout your MBA. Your cohort will contain an incredible amount of talent and experience which you will source knowledge from, all with a common goal; for career advancement.

To me, there was no better investment I could have made in myself at that point in my career, as I was about to make the biggest pivot of my professional life. I was suddenly surrounded by people who had similar passions and were all pushing in the same direction.” Davinia Tomlinson EMBA 2014

Having a mentor is essential at any stage of your career which is why your Course Office selects recent graduates to impart their knowledge on the incoming cohorts. They are there from day 1 at induction and throughout your time on the MBA. They will -

  • Meet with your group at scheduled intervals to look at issues related to the programme such as project work, preparing exam cases and how to choose electives
  • Provide resources for team-based projects in core modules and electives
  • Develop lecture and revision summaries
  • Coach students on knowledge and information on subjects in which they have expertise.

Graduation and lifelong learning

Throughout your time as a student you will gain access to a global network of over 48,000  Bayes alumni with more than 12,500 MBAs working in senior positions around the globe. There are regular alumni events all over the world, bringing together current students and alumni. This network is key if you are looking to advance your career.

Once you graduate, the learning doesn’t stop. You are encouraged to take one free elective per year for the rest of your life. Whether you missed a topic, or you want to develop a new skill, returning to Bayes Business School is a great way to continue to develop and keep up to date with current trends.

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Students are encouraged to participate as a team at external competitions focusing on a range of topics. One which is held by the Careers and Professional Development team gives you the opportunity to demonstrate research and presentation skills to the Worshipful Company of Tallow Chandler.

There are also international competitions such as the Ben Graham Centre’s International Stock Picking Competition in Toronto. Full-time MBA student’s Akane Uchida and Varun Venkatraman utilised each other skillsets and won the competition in 2018. You can read more about their experiences on Akane's blog.

Not all competitions are academic based. The MBAT is the largest inter-MBA sports tournament, hosted by HEC Paris, with more than 15 schools and over 1500 participants. MBA students from all over Europe compete in more than 20 sports to win the MBAT trophy. This a great opportunity to meet and network with other MBA students from leading business schools and to demonstrate teamwork and sportsmanship.


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Current Time Lord Matt Smith paid a visit to Britain’s Chatty Man last Friday (July 15), where he gabbed about what’s new with The Doctor, life without Daleks, the show’s 50th anniversary and much, much more! Smith says his Time Lord alter ego would fancy a good, old-fashioned game of chess rather than a steamy romp in the sack. Check out all the fun, plus Smith and Carr’s Doctor Who theme jam with JLS below. WARNING: Some content is NSFW:

• We can hardly stand it. The annual San Diego Comic-Con is just two days away! Don’t forget, Matt Smith and Karen Gillan will be doing a panel and signing autographs on Sunday (July 24). Plus, the Eleventh Doctor will be joining other big TV names like Johnny Galecki (The Big Bang Theory), Zachary Levi (Chuck), Joe Manganiello (True Blood), among others, for TV Guide’s “Fan Favorites” panel on Thursday (July 21). If you need a little guidance with your Comic-Con schedule, perhaps this super interactive schedule app will be of great assistance.

• Want to relive all the exciting events from Part 1 of Series 6? Both the DVD and Blu-Ray are now available for purchase via the BBC America Shop. We’ve gotten our mittens on a clip promoting the release, a behind-the-scenes tour from production designer Michael Pickwoad.

David Tennant has not only failed to rule out making a return to the show — presumably in the vein of The Three Doctors, The Five Doctors or The Two Doctors — he’s actively keen to do it! He told TotalFilm: “People keep telling me that they’ve read online that I’m coming back — but believe me, if that happens I’ll be the first to tell everyone, I’ll be shouting about it very loudly.”

• Y’know we’ve been doing our How To Dress Like The Doctor series recently? Well, how cool would it be if you could keep all of your cosplay stuff in a TARDIS-shaped wardrobe? Yup, that’s right. Super-cool, in a slightly lame-but-who-cares sort of way. Check this out.

• And while we’re on the weekly catchups, the subject of this week’s Companion Companion is Tegan, the Fifth Doctor’s official “mouth on legs.”

• There’s a story in The Sun today (July 19), which appears to suggest that the British comedienne Miranda Hart has been ordered not to appear in Doctor Who, in case she gets distracted from delivering her show Miranda to BBC1.

Miranda confirmed that she has turned down the offer, saying: “I am a massive fan of Doctor Who, so was incredibly flattered to be asked to be part of it but with series three of Miranda happening next year it was never going to be possible as I am focusing entirely on the sitcom.”

• Matt Smith took time out to meet with the kids behind the Punchdrunk theater collective, who just put on a performance of “The Crash of the Elysium” at the Manchester International Festival. And The Doctor was thoroughly impressed. He told BBC News:

“I’ve always watched Punchdrunk shows and marveled at their inventiveness and individuality. Put that together with Doctor Who and there is a wonderful template to tell unique stories in unique ways. The Doctor would definitely approve.”

• Daleks might be hibernating for the time being, but four generations of ’em descended Westminster Bridge in London recently to remind us how epic “The Dalek Invasion of Earth” really is.

• Should you be a newbie to the Whoniverse, Crispian Jago has come up with an incredibly thorough “trans-generational map,” which borrows from the London tube version, of course. Absolutely amazing! (via The Londonist)

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