Women who ride have unique needs, and while unisex gloves can be comfortable and durable, sometimes you just need something that fits you perfectly to get the most out of your ride. From performance to safety, here are five of the best selections for women you’ll find today.
Gloves for Racing Performance
The first two selections are great motorcycle riding gloves for anyone who wants to keep a sensitive touch during races while protecting their hands, and they are sized especially for women.
Fly Kinetic Racing Gloves: Built for sensitivity and durability, these gloves are practically like a second skin, and there is a model designed specifically for women’s hands.
Thor Women’s Spectrum Gloves: The Thor Spectrum design is just wonderful for all-weather protection, but it’s also sensitive enough for racing precision.
Street Riding Gloves for Women
You’re not always going to be racing, so here are some great selections for everyday riding in different seasons.
Joe Rocket Classic Women’s Gloves: With a slim presentation and durable leather construction, these gloves are great all-weather choices that provide sturdy protection and the comfort you expect from Joe Rocket.
Highway 21 Black Rose: The women’s version of these gloves might just be the best cold weather glove specifically designed for grown women. It’s warm, comfortable, and built to protect your hands in the toughest weather.
Five Gloves Women’s Stunt Evo: Built for summertime comfort, with a superior grip factor and warm weather breathability, these gloves are designed to keep your hands as comfortable as possible in the heat, so you can keep riding all day without worry about a slippy grip.
Find All the Gear You Need
Serious riders need gear to fit the season. Check out this resource for a wide range of motorcycle apparel to suit every need in every season and get yourself outfitted for your best ride any time of year.
A teenager earning their driver’s license is one of the most exciting times of their life. It is a rite of passage into adulthood. On the other hand, parents tend to worry a bit more when their child is behind the wheel. With the high usage of cell phones combined with negligent drivers, parents have every right to worry. “Starting your teen out with some safe driving tips is essential to helping them stay safe on the road,” says Hank Stout, personal injury attorney from Sutliff & Stout, Injury & Accident Law Firm. With the advancement of technology, driving apps have become resourceful in monitoring your teens driving behaviors. These recommended apps will minimize the likelihood that your teen will text and drive, speed, and can help in emergency situations.
With TrueMotion Family is a family-oriented driving
app that tracks and scores each driver’s behavior. The app will provide a
member’s route, location, speed limit, and phone usage.
AT&T’s free DriveMode app automatically turns on
whenever your teen is driving and the car is moving at least 15 MPH. While
driving, it silences incoming text messages and phone calls. It will send an
auto response to users. If the teen driver decides to turn off the app or
disable other safety features, parents will receive a notification. This app is
open to all users, even if you’re not an AT&T subscriber.
The RoadReady app is part of The Parent’s Supervised Driving Program that offers parents and teens an easy, educational and convenient way to log the state required supervised driving time. The app tracks your teen’s driving time and weather conditions. The website also provides a printed and digital driving curriculum.
Hum provides vehicle diagnostic, location sharing,
speed alerts, and 24/7 roadside assistance. If Hum detects a crash, it can
automatically notify emergency services and send help your way.
Hum is only for Verizon Wireless customers. Similar products with mobile carriers include SyncUp Drive with T-Mobile and Sprint Drive.
Autobrain is a device developed by a first responder
with safety in mind. In the event of a crash, Autobrain alerts 911 immediately
and sends them to your exact location. Other standout roadside assistance
features include free lockout services, dead battery boost, emergency fuel
delivery, tire change, and four 15-mile tows per year.
Autobrain
comes with a 30 day free trial, then $9.97 a month per device.
Life 360 allows you to connect with family and
friends when you are on the go. The app provides a weekly driving analysis that
includes phone usage, rapid acceleration, hard braking and excessive speed. In
addition, it has roadside assistance along with crash and emergency response
system.
MamaBear provides parents with a robust all-in-one
safety and awareness tool. The app allows you to set a speed limit and it will
notify you when the vehicle exceeds the speed limit whether your child is the
driver or the passenger. MamaBear gives you the ability to set locations and
receive arrival and departure notifications. The app features social media and
text message monitoring that allows you to keep track of followers, pictures,
and mentions.
The purpose of awarded alimony in a divorce is to provide financial support to an ex-spouse after the marriage has officially ended, it is also sometimes referred to as spousal support.
Here is an overview of what alimony is and a look at various different scenarios where alimony is awarded and what it means to both parties in the transaction.
It could start with a temporary arrangement
If you have decided to get a divorce or have started the process, the conversation is soon likely to turn to alimony.
It would normally be highly advisable to get some professional help and guidance in a divorce situation and as you may well discover when you talk to someone like Harris, Hunt & Derr, for example, there is the chance that temporary alimony could be awarded.
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As the name implies, temporary alimony can be granted while the divorce proceedings are in progress as a way of sorting out financial arrangements before the split becomes legally binding.
It should be understood that the amount awarded under a temporary alimony arrangement could be lower or higher than the alimony amount awarded in the final order.
Reaching an agreement
You and your spouse could reach an amicable settlement figure for your divorce and if you both reach an agreement on alimony you could ask the judge to make it official.
If you can’t agree on alimony payments, the judge will then have to make a decision and decide if you are entitled to the money.
Changing your mind at a later date
It is possible that you decide you don’t want alimony when you divorce but subsequently change your mind at a later date or when your circumstances change.
You can only request alimony during your divorce proceedings and won’t be able to request any monies once the divorce is finalized.
Make sure you bear this in mind as alimony is a one time deal that needs to be negotiated at the point you decide to divorce.
When both parties take a different view
It is not unusual for a divorcing couple to take opposing views, of course, and it can often be the case that one of you thinks that alimony is not justified or not affordable in your circumstances.
The judge will consider the circumstances of both parties and make a decision regarding an alimony award.
Length of time
Another key question is how long the alimony payments will go on for.
You could agree a time period between yourself but if that is not possible the judge will decide what sort of award and time period is appropriate.
There are various types of alimony awards in this respect. Indefinite alimony could last until the death of the spouse, and time-limited alimony will only last for a specified period of time, to allow for someone to become self-supporting, for instance.
Not set in stone
Even when alimony is awarded there is often the potential to get the details amended or nullified at a later date.
You can seek a modification of the alimony agreement by filing for a motion.
This would be something that would normally be discussed with a professional before going ahead with filing the documents so that you can clarify your options and chances beforehand.
If you are going to get divorced it is essential that you get an idea of what alimony is and how it can affect your financial future.
President Donald Trump has arrived in Vietnam’s
capital, Hanoi, ahead of his second summit with North Korean leader, Kim
Jong-un.
Air Force One landed at Noi Bai airport hours after Kim Jon-un reached Hanoi
by train and car.
The summit, which is due to take place between February 27 and 28, follows a
historic first round of talks in Singapore in 2018.
Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un are expected to discuss progress towards
ridding the Korean peninsula of nuclear weapons.
Ceremonial guards had lined a red carpet laid out for Kim Jong-un as he
arrived at Dong Dang border station on February 26. He was then driven to
Hanoi, where heavy security and flag-waving crowds were waiting for him.
Kim Jong-un is thought to be
travelling with his sister Kim Yo-jong and one of his key negotiators, former
General Kim Yong-chol, both familiar faces from the previous summit with PresidentTrump.
The journey from Pyongyang to Hanoi
took more than two days and traversed about 2,500 miles.
As Kim Jong-un’s train passed
through China, roads were closed and train stations shut down. Chinese social
media was abuzz with road closures, traffic congestion and delayed trains.
Vietnam’s Dong Dang station was also
closed to the public ahead of his arrival.
Kim Jong-un is now being driven
around 100 miles to Hanoi by car.
The North Korean leader chose to
take the train as this is how his grandfather, Kim Il-sung, travelled when he
went to Vietnam and Eastern Europe.
Kim Jong-un’s private green and
yellow train has 21 bulletproof carriages and is luxurious, with plush pink
leather sofas and conference rooms so the journey would not have been
uncomfortable.
Air Force One left Andrews Air Force
Base in Maryland, landing in Hanoi on Tuesday night local time.
Details of their schedule are only
just becoming clear. President Trump will meet Kim Jong-un for a brief
one-on-one conversation on February 27 and then they will have dinner together
with their advisers, according to White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders. On
February 28, the leaders will meet for a series of back-and-forth meetings.
The Hanoi meeting is expected to
build on the groundwork of what was achieved at the Singapore summit in June
2018.
The first summit produced a vaguely
worded agreement, with both leaders agreeing to work towards denuclearization –
though it was never made clear what this would entail.
However, little diplomatic progress
was made following that meeting.
This time round, both leaders will
be very conscious that expectations will be high for an outcome that
demonstrates tangible signs of progress.
However, President Trump appeared to
be managing expectations ahead of the summit, saying he was in “no
rush” to press for North Korea’s denuclearization.
He said: “I don’t want to rush anybody. I just don’t want testing. As long
as there’s no testing, we’re happy.”
Vietnam has been chosen for many
reasons. It has diplomatic relations with both the US and North Korea, despite
once having been enemies with the US – and could be used by the US as an
example of two countries working together and setting aside their past
grievances.
Ideologically, both Vietnam and North Korea are communist countries – though Vietnam has rapidly developed since and become one of the fastest growing economies in Asia, all while the party there retains absolute power.
The relationship started out with excitement and love. Everything seemed perfect, and getting married or moving in together was the logical next step. Living together went well for a time and then the trouble started. It was little things at first, and then the situation became more and more abusive. What do you do if you love a person who is toxic for you?
How Do You Know If You Are In An Abusive Relationship?
When a person sees their relationship taking an uncomfortable turn, they may think it is them. But some signs point to your partner being an abusive person victimizing you. It is not always easy to spot the signs. If these signs exist, beware.
1. After being rushed to move in together or get married, the other person becomes overly demanding and has unrealistic expectations. This may include being lavished with expensive gifts.
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2. The partner quickly becomes jealous and easily insulted. They over-react to the slightest criticism or if you disagree with them. You may find yourself being careful of what you say to avoid making your partner angry or insulted. These abusers can have short tempers and be abusive to strangers.
3. Another really troublesome sign is a partner making an effort to separate you from close friends or family members. This imposed isolation is not healthy. The partner may criticize or question friends. Then they may make other people unwelcome. They may be jealous of time spent with other people or friends’ nights out.
If you are experiencing a growing pattern of these troubling behaviours or If you are becoming unhappy and even afraid of your partner, it may be time to think about leaving.
Letting Go of Toxic Relationships and Moving On
When you make the decision to leave the relationship, do it safely. If you are in a marriage, get legal help in obtaining a divorce. Hire an attorney to represent you and your interests. If there are children, a lawyer can help you retain custody and get a fair child support ruling.
After a divorce, there is a chance to start a new life without the fear and abuse present in past marriage. You may even find a good person to love and establish a new family with. You may considerStep parent adoption. Once you are comfortable with the new marriage and the relationship between your children and the stepparent, adoption may be the next move.
Making Sure You Do Not Enter into Another Abusive Relationship
Once you have freed yourself from an abusive relationship, healing can begin. It may take a while to consider dating or seeking romance again. But, we all are drawn to seek companionship. There are many good people in the world. The important thing is to learn the difference between a healthy relationship and an abusive or unhealthy relationship.
When you meet a new love interest, pay attention to the relationship.Look for the warning signs before getting too involved. Dating abuse signs include possessiveness, early pressure to have sex, jealousy and insecurity, quick temper, checking up on your cell phone or social network without permission, or a pattern of put-downs or belittling. Other signs include false accusations, bossiness, mood swings, attempts to isolate you from friends and family, inflicting pain in any way, or rushing you to deepen the relationship before you are ready.
Some people find counselling after a break up helps them avoid future abusive relationships. You may want to go slow with romantic relationships, taking time to know the person very well before making any commitments for the future.
Green
Book sprang a surprise by winning the award for best picture at this year’s
ceremony in Los Angeles.
Olivia Colman defied the odds to scoop an Oscar for best actress for her
role in The Favourite and charmed
viewers with a funny and tearful speech.
Green Book won three awards in
total, including best picture, which had been expected to go to Netflix’s Roma.
Bohemian Rhapsody won the most
awards in total with four, while Roma
and Black Panther also won three
each.
Olivia Colman, who started out as a sidekick in TV sitcoms like Peep Show, was in shock when her name
was called.
Glenn Close had been the firm favorite for her role in The Wife – and now has the unenviable record of seven nominations
without a win.
Olivia Colman is the first British actress to win the prize since Kate
Winslet in 2009.
The four awards for Bohemian Rhapsody, the authorized biopic of Queen and Freddie Mercury, included best actor for Rami Malek, who won rave reviews for playing the late singer.
It was later reported that Rami Malek, 37, fell off the stage after the
ceremony concluded and had to be helped into a seat by security staff.
He was reportedly attended to by paramedics, though he made no reference to
the incident later when he spoke to reporters backstage.
Mahershala Ali won his second best supporting actor Oscar in three years. He
won for Moonlight in 2017 and has now
won for playing jazz pianist Don Shirley in Green
Book.
Green Book tells the story of Don Shirley’s
tour to the racially segregated US Deep South in the 1960s, but its chances had
been thought to have been dented by a series of controversies.
Meanwhile, a tearful Regina King won best supporting actress for If Beale Street Could Talk, from what
was her first Oscar nomination.
Richard E Grant, Rachel Weisz and Christian Bale lost out on the acting
awards.
However, Mark Ronson shared the best song award with Lady Gaga, among others.
Paul Lambert and Tristan Myles shared the prize for best visual effects with
two American colleagues for creating the rocket-rattling effects on First Man, about the first Moon landing.
Key crew members on Bohemian Rhapsody
won the two sound awards.
The Oscars failed to find a main host this year after comedian Kevin Hart
pulled out following a row about old homophobic tweets.
Instead of having the traditional opening monologue, Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph
and Amy Poehler appeared to introduce the show as well as presenting the first
award.
“We are not your hosts this year
but if we had hosted, it probably would have gone like this,” Tina Fey
said – before the trio launched into a sketch poking fun at some of the
nominees, which is one of the host’s usual jobs.
The ceremony continued to rely on a procession of stars presenting
individual awards.
However, it didn’t obviously suffer from the lack of an overarching host,
and it helped the event move along.
Queen, fronted by singer Adam Lambert, had opened the ceremony with a bombastic
medley of We Will Rock You and We Are the Champions as A-listers waved
and clapped along in their seats.
Politics is an extremely tricky subject. Everyone thinks
they understand and no one actually does. However, politics and its close
cousin religion are quite often impossible to avoid in your day-to-day
interactions.
However, in all cultures, politics is highly personal.
Passions can easily run high, and for some people, it is a subject worth
destroying relationships for. Of course, you always have the option of not
engaging in any political discussion at all, though that’s sometimes easier
said than done.
There are good arguments both for engaging or avoiding
politics. Here are some of them.
Arguments for openly discussing
politics
1.) It allows you a
better understanding of the local culture
In most instances, it can be advantageous to understand what
makes your host culture tick. Not only will you avoid social pitfalls and find
it easier to be accepted, you may also find that your host culture’s ways of
thinking have much to offer you. You might even find that it makes more sense
to you than how your own native culture tends to see things.
While you can learn much simply from observation, it’s
impossible to truly understand any culture without examining how power
relationships are handled in it. For that, engaging in respectful political
discussion is necessary.
2.) Discussing
politics allows you to better understand events as they are
Current events are quite often tied to politics and your
fate as an expat may very well hinge on your understanding of the local
political climate. Events on the international and local level often have consequences
you may not have considered unless you actually talk to a person on the ground
about. Sometimes, it’s only because of these discussions that you can weigh
correctly whether you should stay in the country, or leave altogether.
Arguments against openly discussing
politics
1.) You don’t
necessarily need a perfect understanding of local culture to be productive
Let’s face it. Many expats know almost nothing about their
host country’s history and culture even after years of living in it. If you
yourself are an expat, you probably know quite a number of these people. They
probably manage to still be productive and happy without engaging in politics
or understanding whatever is going on around them.
While some of us may be repulsed at the idea that not everyone feels that they
need to know everything that’s going on, it’s a perfectly valid decision. This
is especially true if you do not feel that you have the energy to spare
discussing politics or understanding your host culture in depth. There are some
drawbacks, sure. It rarely pays to be ignorant. But at least you can spend more
time doing what other things you decide are actually more important.
2.) Locals may see
you as meddlesome or condescending
It can be difficult to avoid sharing your own perspectives
once any political discussion has started. And when you do, locals may see it
as you being a pushy know-it-all foreigner, even if that isn’t the intent. This
can be especially true if your own culture handles political discussions
differently from your host culture.
If your country also has had a rocky history with your host
country, there may still very well be a lot of people who will only tolerate
you so long as you don’t step out of line when it comes to political
discussions. In these cases, it may be prudent to avoid discussions altogether.
Regardless of what you think about politics, it’s best to get expat health insurance before leaving your home country for an extended period. You may not always know what the situation in your host country will be a year from now, but it’s important to at least be prepared as far as your health is concerned.
Venezuelan troops fired tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters who
attempted to collect a foreign aid at the border, as President Nicolás Maduro
blocked the humanitarian transport from crossing from Colombia and Brazil.
On February 23, a number of people were shot with live ammunition, human
rights groups say. At least two people were killed.
The opposition wants the aid to go to people hit by the economic crisis, but
President Maduro sees it as a security threat.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo condemned the attacks on civilians, which he
blamed on “Maduro’s thugs”.
He said in a tweet following the clashes: “Our deepest sympathies to the families of those who have died due
to these criminal acts. We join their demand for justice.”
Mike Pompeo also described the burning of some of the aid as
“sickening”.
Venezuela’s opposition leader Juan
Guaidó, who has declared himself interim president and helped to organize the
aid, condemned the action by security forces.
Juan Guaidó, who has been recognized
as leader by dozens of nations, will meet Vice President Mike Pence on February
25 in Bogota, Colombia.
Mike Pence is travelling there to
meet leaders of the regional Lima Group, in spite of a travel ban imposed on
him by President Maduro’s government.
On February 23, Juan Guaidó posted a
tweet which implored the international community to be “open to all
options” in order to “liberate” Venezuela from Nicolas Maduro –
who is continuing to resist all calls to stand down.
Juan Guaidó organized the collection
of hundreds of tonnes of foreign aid at the country’s borders. He gave the
government a deadline of Saturday to allow the aid to be brought into Venezuela
or vowed to have volunteers march it in themselves.
In response, President Maduro partly
closed the country’s borders with Brazil and Colombia, citing threats to security
and sovereignty. On February 23, Venezuelans civilians attempted to cross in
order to get to the aid stores, which included food and medicine.
Images from crossing points across
Venezuela showed security forces firing tear gas at volunteers. Protesters
burned outposts and threw projectiles at soldiers and riot police.
Rights groups say at least two
people, including a 14-year-old boy, were shot dead in the clashes in Santa
Elena de Uairen, near the country’s border with Brazil. Another two were reported
to have been killed on February 22.
Amnesty International has described
the use of firearms against protesters as a serious human rights violation and
a crime under international law.
There have also been reports of
several aid trucks being burned – something Juan Guaidó said was a violation of
the Geneva Convention.
At about 19:00 local time on February 23, Colombia’s government estimated the number injured at border crossings to be about 300. Journalists at the scene have reported severe injuries among protesters, including several who appeared to have lost their eyes.
Venezuelan troops fired tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters who
attempted to collect a foreign aid at the border, as President Nicolás Maduro
blocked the humanitarian transport from crossing from Colombia and Brazil.
On February 23, a number of people were shot with live ammunition, human
rights groups say. At least two people were killed.
The opposition wants the aid to go to people hit by the economic crisis, but
President Maduro sees it as a security threat.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo condemned the attacks on civilians, which he
blamed on “Maduro’s thugs”.
He said in a tweet following the clashes: “Our deepest sympathies to the families of those who have died due
to these criminal acts. We join their demand for justice.”
Mike Pompeo also described the burning of some of the aid as
“sickening”.
Venezuela’s opposition leader Juan
Guaidó, who has declared himself interim president and helped to organize the
aid, condemned the action by security forces.
Juan Guaidó, who has been recognized
as leader by dozens of nations, will meet Vice President Mike Pence on February
25 in Bogota, Colombia.
Mike Pence is travelling there to
meet leaders of the regional Lima Group, in spite of a travel ban imposed on
him by President Maduro’s government.
On February 23, Juan Guaidó posted a
tweet which implored the international community to be “open to all
options” in order to “liberate” Venezuela from Nicolas Maduro –
who is continuing to resist all calls to stand down.
Juan Guaidó organized the collection
of hundreds of tonnes of foreign aid at the country’s borders. He gave the
government a deadline of Saturday to allow the aid to be brought into Venezuela
or vowed to have volunteers march it in themselves.
In response, President Maduro partly
closed the country’s borders with Brazil and Colombia, citing threats to security
and sovereignty. On February 23, Venezuelans civilians attempted to cross in
order to get to the aid stores, which included food and medicine.
Images from crossing points across
Venezuela showed security forces firing tear gas at volunteers. Protesters
burned outposts and threw projectiles at soldiers and riot police.
Rights groups say at least two
people, including a 14-year-old boy, were shot dead in the clashes in Santa
Elena de Uairen, near the country’s border with Brazil. Another two were reported
to have been killed on February 22.
Amnesty International has described
the use of firearms against protesters as a serious human rights violation and
a crime under international law.
There have also been reports of
several aid trucks being burned – something Juan Guaidó said was a violation of
the Geneva Convention.
At about 19:00 local time on February 23, Colombia’s government estimated the number injured at border crossings to be about 300. Journalists at the scene have reported severe injuries among protesters, including several who appeared to have lost their eyes.
There are many different reasons why you may want to record what you see on your computer screen. For instance, you may want to record a tutorial that will be uploaded to YouTube. Businesses may want to record their meetings or some training videos that would be used in the future for new employees. No matter the case, using a screen recorder for Windows makes a lot of sense these days. It simply has numerous benefits that have to be taken into account, but how do you do it?
While there are numerous programs that can be used in order to record the computer screen, an option that you should seriously consider is using Movavi Screen Recorder Studio. This software allows you to quickly record what you need, edit and save, all in minutes and at a highly affordable price.
Recording Computer Screens With Movavi Screen Recorder Studio
After downloading the software and installing the program, you need to open it and you will quickly notice the easy-to-use interface. In order to record your computer screen, you need to select what part of it will be recorded. This can be really useful in the event you do not want to record parts of it, like an area where your username for a software would be listed.
After you select the area of the screen to record, you just need to start recording. The software actually makes it as simple as this. There are also some other features that can be used, like the possibility to record your webcam as you record the screen. Also, you can save the video in a desired format that would be perfect for intended use, like on mobile devices.
As you can notice, using Movavi Screen Recorder Studio is really simple and the software does get the job done right. You just need to quickly get used to it. To make matters even more interesting, after the video is recorded, you can even edit it with various additions you surely would love to make, like adding text, trimming, cutting and so on. Take advantage of this on the following project.
These days, Jeff Bezos has a lot more on his plate than dealing with an alleged extortion plot by the National Enquirer. He’ll also need to find a new home for (one of) Amazon’s second headquarters, because the Big Apple has turned out not be so edible after all.
To unravel this extraordinary development, let’s hit the (somewhat) wayback-playback button and return to November 5, 2018. That’s when word first surfaced that Amazon had selected New York City and Northern Virginia as its two HQ2 sites. The announcement was made official eight days later, but not before generating criticism on a number of fronts; most vocally from labor union leadership and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY, 14th District). The fact that New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio inferred through their own statements that Amazon would receive $3 billion in subsidies without the need for additional government approvals didn’t sit well with those opposed to the plan, either.
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Fast forward about a month to December 12. Instead of dreaming about how much bigger holiday retail sales will be with Seattle’s HQ1 and North Virginia + New York City’s HQ2 working at full capacity (for the 2018 holiday season, Amazon sales climbed year-over-year by 10% to a staggering $2.87 billion), Amazon executives must have felt like a beat up ’71 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am about to undergo a classic car restoration, because they were gutted at the City Council meeting. To some observers, that is when Amazon’s love affair with New York City seriously started to get rocky, and the public relations offensive on both sides really turned up a few notches.
About six weeks later on January 30 at another City Council meeting, an Amazon executive essentially said that the move to New York City is not a done deal — which critics perceived as a veiled (and to some, a not-so-veiled) threat. Whether by coincidence or design, five days later on February 4th New York State Senator Michael Gianaris (D, 12th District) — a vocal critic of the subsidies offered to Amazon — was tapped to join a state board that has veto power over the deal. And then four days later on February 8th, the Washington Post reported that two people familiar with the Amazon’s thinking said that the company was reconsidering its decision.
Since then, Amazon executives have re-confirmed their commitment to NYC only to ultimate pull the plug on the project. And the rest, well, is history.
With the sector having been responsible for 27% of the country’s total emissions in 2018, campaigners have recommended that transport is overhauled via various eco-friendly measures.
An environmental conundrum, but a potential solution?
In 2016, transport surpassed energy as the UK’s leading contributor to air pollution, with annual CO2 emissions having held steady at roughly 125m tonnes since 1990.
This has led campaign group Friends of the Earth to declare the urgency of a “radical reimagining of transport”. With this project, the group claimed, the UK could reduce car journeys – still a large factor in the country’s transport-related carbon emissions – by roughly a fifth.
Without this move, however, the UK would fall short of climate change targets even if the uptake of electric cars increased, according to Friends of the Earth.
Various measures of easing transport emissions
The range of measures suggested as part of the potential overhaul includes the introduction of free bus travel, which would cost £3bn yearly but also help to tackle the public health issue of obesity. Furthermore, the £3bn would remain a fraction of overall road spending.
That’s according to Mike Childs, who heads research at Friends of the Earth and said: “Dozens of cities across the world offer some form of free public transport. What we are seeing instead is bus fares rising 75% over the last 15 years and over 3,300 services reduced or removed since 2010”.
The Government responds
However, a Department for Transport spokeswoman quoted by The Guardian pointed out: “As set out in our Road to Zero strategy, the government’s ambition is for all new cars and vans to be effectively zero-emission by 2040. We are investing £1.5bn to make this happen.”
She added that the Government’s expenditure on supporting bus travel totals £250m each year, while an extra £1bn is set aside for the free bus pass scheme. The DfT has also handed out over £6m to fund the building of hundreds of rapid charge points for ultra-low emission taxis.
How citizens and businesses can act on the carbon challenge
Friends of the Earth has also called for the rail network to be expanded, having identified 33 schemes capable of, by the group’s reckoning, reconnecting 500,000 people with the network. However, signs already abound that public transport is reducing car usage.
One recent analysis mentioned by BBC News revealed that many young people in cities were deciding against using cars. These vehicles do, however, remain crucial in rural areas.
Individuals and businesses alike may therefore remain largely reliant on their own vehicles for the time being, although savings can still be made. For example, firms can take out fleet insurance to enable any driver in the company to use any of its fleet cars, thereby helping to reduce the fleet’s necessary size.
Corporate telephony systems have long abandoned the use of conventional analog lines in favor of ATX (automatic telephone exchange) paired with the connection to ISDN according to the PRI standards. However, not so long ago, a modern, cheaper, and more flexible way of establishing the office infrastructure appeared, which is called SIP-trunking. In this article, we will compare PRI connections with SIP trunks, highlighting both the advantages and drawbacks of the solution. PRI (Primary Rate Interface) is known to be a standard interface of the ISDN network.
It is important to understand that we are talking exclusively about digital signal transmission, but not analog. Both PRI and SIP standards use a digital signal model, with the only difference being that the ISDN PRI standard is considered to be a circuit-switched format, whereas cheap sip trunk is packet-switched.
Benefit #2 – Functionality
In terms of its work, if properly configured, both systems demonstrate high performance. Almost all IP ATAs on the market support PRI and SIP standards. The main idea of the PRI interface (either E1 or T1 streams) is that within one digital line, 32 or 24 channels can be transmitted. Through them, voice message and synchronization info are transmitted. The T1 interface consists of 23 voice channels, with 1 channel being intended for synchronization. In turn, the E1 supports 30 voice channels, with 2 separate channels being allocated for signaling.
If
you need to expand the number of channels, for example, to make them more than
30, then you are to add another PRI line. The situation of the company using
from 1 to 4 PRI lines (E1 streams) on the ATX is quite common.
In
a corporate network, the application of the SIP solution expands the tools of
the administrator. A SIP trunk allows you to combine two remote offices as if
they were connected by a physical line. One of the most important advantages of
SIP trunks is the possibility of coexistence of transmission network traffic
and that from telephony (VoIP) in one network transmission medium.
Why SIP?
As
its name suggests, a SIP trunk operates on the basis of the SIP solution.
According to its rules, telephone signaling, as well as voice messages, are
formed into data packages and sent in a single network. The use of the SIP
solution offers a wider range of possibilities compared to ISDN PRI. Besides,
it also allows you to expand the fault tolerance parameters to all transmission
channels.
In
that way, SIP is extremely popular not only among large corporation but also
among the smaller ones. The reason for it is that it allows conducting any
necessary operations without any problems. Moreover, it is beneficial both in
the financial and productive ways.
Almost everyone agrees that physical well being should be a top priority no matter what. That isn’t surprising. The controversy often begins only when financing medical intervention is necessary. Most of us are already at a major disadvantage because America has an exceedingly pricey healthcare system. Sarah Kliff and Soo Oh at Vox publicized as much last year. They visualized several cost comparisons between the US and other developed nations. The data is sobering. With the exception of colonoscopies and CT scans, Americans paid more, on average, for standard procedures than did any of their counterparts elsewhere.
The authoring duo clearly emphasized how our domestic policies are in large part to blame. “Most other countries have some central body that negotiates prices with hospitals and drug manufacturers,” they explained. “The US doesn’t have that type of agency.” We instead rely on fragmented insurance companies to negotiate prices independently with hospitals, doctors, and the pharmaceutical industry. It should stand to reason that those players and institutions are working in our best interests yet the evidence suggests otherwise.
Journalists aren’t the only ones revealing a dire need for policy reform. Institutions world renowned for breakthrough research have gotten involved, too. For instance, Karen Feldscher at The Harvard Gazette promoted a joint study conducted by the Harvard Global Health Institute and the London School of Economics. According to the researchers, “the study confirmed that the US has substantially higher spending, worse population health outcomes, and worse access to care than other wealthy countries.” They identified the main culprits as excessive administrative costs, absurd average salaries, and the per capita spending on pharmaceutical drugs.
Don’t forget that the GOP remains hellbent on dismantling as much of the Affordable Care Act (“Obamacare”) as possible. It’s hard to fathom how or why any politician could justify an initiative that denies people access to affordable healthcare while simultaneously letting insurers apply questionable discretion over coverage. Some states are fortunately fighting back while their counterparts elsewhere play right along. That means adequate healthcare coverage is now often dependent on where we live.
Nisarg Patel at Slate openly despaired over that exact phenomenon last summer. “As blue states are building their own path towards universal coverage,” wrote Nisarg. “Red states have remained on course with the Trump administration, imposing work requirements on Medicaid recipients and deregulated insurance markets.” Countless Americans have, as a result, now found themselves dangerously underinsured or tragically uninsured. Either way, there is still almost no escaping the medical industrial complex. Successfully navigating the healthcare system is itself a cumbersome undertaking despite the urgency required for numerous medical conditions and/or disorders.
The elderly are regularly the victim of our complicated healthcare system. Many sometimes struggle with cognitive functions essential to the due diligence and decision-making process. Add into the mix the fact that things like Medicare Annual Enrollment and Medicaid reimbursements are frequently time-sensitive. Access to reliable public resources has certainly never been better, but utilizing them inherently presupposes sufficient health literacy and cognitive function–neither of which is guaranteed.
The above dilemma hasn’t gone unnoticed, especially when it comes to the first factor. Scholars at Virginia Commonwealth University’s (VCU) Center on Society and Health declared education necessary for improving healthcare outcomes. According to them, “healthcare has a bigger impact for people with limited education than for those with more education.” Most of us focus exclusively on medical interventions when the data indicates that they only account for about 20% of outcomes. Contrast that with higher education, which has a disproportionate influence on long-term health outcomes plus a wide array of other benefits.
Suffice it to say that preserving our health and well being isn’t as easy as it ought to be. Overcoming obstacles is the reality for many Americans regardless of lifestyle. Defying the status quo is the only way to ensure the future is different.
Democrat Senator Bernie Sanders has
announced his second bid for presidency in 2020.
Bernie Sanders, 77, became a
progressive political star in 2016 although he lost his candidacy bid.
His campaign says it raised $1 million
within three and half hours of launching.
An outspoken critic of President Donald Trump, the Vermont senator has described him as a “pathological liar” and “racist”.
Bernie Sanders – an independent who
caucuses with the Democrats – is one of the best-known names to join a crowded
and diverse field of Democratic candidates, and early polls suggest he is far
ahead.
His calls for universal
government-provided healthcare, a $15 national minimum wage and free college
education electrified young voters, raised millions of dollars in small
donations and are now pillars of the party’s left wing.
Bernie Sanders, who lost the 2016
Democratic primary to former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, said in his
email: “Three years ago, when we
talked about these and other ideas, we were told that they were ‘radical’ and
‘extreme’.
“Together, you and I and our 2016 campaign began the
political revolution. Now, it is time to complete that revolution and implement
the vision that we fought for.”
Rumors of fashion designer’s ill health had swirled for several weeks after
he missed a number of events – including Chanel’s spring/summer show last
month.
Karl Lagerfeld died on February 19 after being admitted to hospital the
night before, French media report.
Members of the fashion industry have been lining up to praise his work.
Donatella Versace said his genius had “touched so many” and was a
source of inspiration for her and her late brother.
Chanel’s chief executive, Alain Wertheimer, credited Karl Lagerfeld with
transforming the brand after he joined in 1983.
He said in a statement: “Thanks
to his creative genius, generosity and exceptional intuition, Karl Lagerfeld
was ahead of his time, which widely contributed to the House of Chanel’s
success throughout the world.”
It has been announced that Virginie Viard, his deputy at fashion house
Chanel, will succeed him as creative chief.
Pier Paolo Righi, his own fashion brand’s CEO, described him as a
“creative genius”.
A statement from the House of Karl Lagerfeld said: “He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy as one of the greatest
designers of our time.”
Celebrities including Victoria Beckham, Diane Kruger and models Gigi and
Bella Hadid have also paid tribute.
First Lady Melania Trump shared images on Twitter of a design created by Karl Lagerfeld for her first official White House appearance.
Perhaps there was a time when people could agree to disagree about differences in political viewpoints, but it seems that, on at least one site, those days are in the past. According to data from the website OkCupid, people who use that site increasingly use politics as a signal to decide whether to pursue potential partners.For example, they may make choices about whether to go on dates based on who a person voted for in the last election. Many users also get offended if individuals on the dating site did not vote at all. This trend is particularly popular with the millennial generation.As it turns out, people may be more concerned with a partner’s political choices than sexual compatibility. That may come as a surprise to many people, but it’s something that emphasizes how numerous individuals believe that political leanings could have far-reaching consequences for an entire country instead of just a relationship. They may feel that political differences are simply too hard to overcome.
People Also Want to Know About Candidates’ Dating Preferences
Something else that has become apparent in the months leading up to the 2020 presidential election in the United States is that people want to know about the candidates’ romantic lives. One buzzworthy, recent topic is whether Cory Booker, who intends to run in the Democratic race, is romantically involved. The combination of speculation and public events indicate he may be dating actress Rosario Dawson.Of course, people have shown curiosity about the private lives of famous people before. However, one aspect that changed over the past several years, though, is the increase in social media usage. Now, tech-savvy individuals can log onto their favorite sites and contribute to gossip about girlfriends, boyfriends, alleged affairs, breakups, and more, all in a matter of minutes.And, news outlets know that stories related to the romantic relationships of famous people get high levels of traffic. Until that changes, people will likely to see these topics continue to dominate the headlines.
What If Your Political Preferences Don’t Match a Partner’s?
With these things in mind, should people automatically assume it’s not worth pursuing people who don’t agree with their political views? Not necessarily. If you’re engaged in online dating or meeting someone who may have views that are different than yours, you may decide not to bring up any political topics until the relationship deepens a bit.The internet makes it simple and straightforward to get relationship advice at any time of the day or night. Going to those sites could give you confidence and help you learn how to succeed during a date. But, it’s still best to test the waters and use common sense. For example, if the person you’re dating voted for Donald Trump and you don’t agree with the president’s actions at all, let the individual get to know you beyond politics.Also, while flirting with the person, you may do or say things that indicate you’re willing to give some leeway regarding political differences. That could be accomplished if you joke or otherwise talk about politics in a lighthearted way.In most cases, you shouldn’t wait until the relationship gets serious before disclosing political-related information about yourself. Doing that could trigger an unnecessary fight. However, you may conclude that the most appropriate thing to do is not go out of your way to promote political beliefs on an online dating site or while going on an in-person date.That doesn’t mean you have to conceal who you are as a person, such as if politics is one of your passions. But, you may decide there’s no use in going out of your way to promote political beliefs that could be a turn-off before the individual sees you as a complex, whole, and valuable person.Dating is tricky, and politics could exacerbate that fact. However, the information here should help you take dating and politics in stride.
Have you ever wondered why every time you take a shower, there are almost always bits of hair scurrying into the drain? Well, the simple explanation is: your hair is at its most delicate and elastic when it’s wet. Bet you didn’t know that did you?
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The
plan is to keep your hair nice and strong, which all depends on how you feed
it, and most importantly, what products you put on it. According to https://www.hairclippersclub.com/pureology-hydrate-review-shampoo-conditioner/,
pureology offers some of the best varieties in terms of shampoos and conditioners
on the market, a good place to start no?
Now,
let’s look at a bunch of ways you’re ruining your hair without even knowing!
Heat!
Did
you know that styling tools actually subject your hair to an intense amount of heat?
Why is this a problem? Well, as mentioned earlier, wet hair is rather delicate,
so subjecting it to high temperatures causes it to tear. This is why it is
recommended to dry it out, and use a protectant before blow drying it.
Heat
from the sun is also a problem. There are various products that offer sun
protection, but the occasional sun cap will do the trick.
Brushing wet hair
You
might argue that brushing your hair helps pull some of the water out, but that
little benefit pales in comparison to what it does to your hair. Brushing your
hair while it’s still wet causes it to break. Dry it first, slap on some
conditioner, and then comb it.
Frequent coloration
Changing your hair color every two weeks may seem like a great idea, but if you want to keep your hair healthy, well, just tone it down. Frequent coloration leaves your hair vulnerable to chemical damage. This causes it to weaken. If you still insist on it, then perhaps consider using a protector to coat your hair before you go on a dye induced rampage.
In
as far as hair care products are concerned, pick a brand and stick to it. A
good brand, not just anything off the shelf. It is important to not
over-shampoo your hair with anything you can find. The body actually produces
oils that naturally protect your hair, so you don’t have to buy the entire
shelf, just some touch ups will do.
Constant washing
This
point is a bit contentious, mainly due to the fact that different people react
differently. For some, it causes anything from a dry scalp to damaged hair,
while for others it doesn’t cause any noticeable harm. Again it depends. It is
however important to note that some shampoos have no medicinal value, and
frequent use may just make your hair all greasy and lifeless.
Rough towel drying
Remember the fact that wet hair is delicate, so if you roughly towel it dry, then you are likely to cause your hair to break and fizz. The best idea is to blot it dry. Just wrap the towel on your hair and let it dry itself out. Vigorous towel drying can also be rough on your scalp.
It’s
great that you’re trying to grow your hair out, but once you begin to notice
some rough edges or split ends, then perhaps it’s time to consider a haircut. Just
a little trim, nothing drastic. Hair actually tends to grow much slower after
you turn 20, which is why most people are reluctant to cut it, but, it also
grows more brittle as it gets longer. A little trim once in a while will
protect the rest of your hair from thinning out of control.
Conclusion
The
health of your hair is affected by a whole list of things. Anything from how
balanced your diet is, the kind of birth control you use, to how hot your
shower water is. This is why one symptom of a deficient diet is actually
chronic hair loss. Your hair lives and breathes like other parts of your body,
and it requires just as much, if not more attention. So eat right, take warm
showers, don’t use too many styling tools, and avoid intense heat.
When you’ve got a knack for entrepreneurship, it’s hard to keep your hands out of a new project. Well if you’re looking for just one more small business concept to spark your interest— we’ve got an idea that will be hard for any business wizard to resist. Remember offering up window washing services as a kid to fund your summer activities? Or perhaps your little ones have adopted the same practice on their own— whether it’s walking dogs or mowing lawns.
Well it turns out that window washing can be a pretty lucrative business model if done right! Window washing professionals can make around $60,000 per year at rates from $40 to $70 an hour. If you’ve got the entrepreneurial know-how and the tools to execute, you’re practically on the fast-track to success in the window cleaning business. We’re going over our 5 step process to setting up your own window washing company to help you get started!
Step 1: Educate Yourself on the Industry
Before you jumpstart any project, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the ins and outs of the industry. This can help you identify what works for other service professionals, give you the appropriate lingo to “talk the talk,” and show you how to refine your processes before you even get started. Need some resources to start with? Housecall Pro window cleaning software creates a community with other industry pros where you can collaborate, ask questions, and get new ideas to grow your new business.
Once you’re confident in “talking the talk” and have started the legal process to form your small business, you’re just about ready to get to work. But first— step two!
Step 2: Find Your Market
Whether you’re already familiar with your potential market from the school carpool or PTA, or you’re just starting to play with ideas, this is a super important piece of the puzzle. Afterall, without customers, you really won’t have much work to do. So how do you find your market? First, use your personal network!
As a business-minded mom you probably already have a pretty amazing base of potential customers and window washing is a pretty universal service. Reach out to your online network on social media, chat it up in the carpool line, or hand out flyers to the parents at the soccer field. Once you find your loyal customer network, word will travel fast. Referrals are a great place to start as your business is just taking off. This gradual generation of leads tends to be more manageable than launching with hundreds of leads. And as a busy mom, you probably need all of the time you can get before debuting yet another project.
Step 3: Set Your Operations Up for Success
Even before you get to work hiring and starting service, use your organizational skills to set your business up for success. From business operations to finding the right window washing tools, setting yourself up for efficiency should be one of your top priorities. Try using an HR management software system like Zenefits to make the hiring and onboarding process easier when you bring on new employees. Use a task management system like Todoist to keep tabs on internal office duties and your personal to-do list.
When it comes to marketing and business growth operations, having a tool like CallRail can help you keep track of where your leads are coming from to help you figure out what strategies are working, and what’s not. Sign up for a free online survey tool to give you insight on customer satisfaction when you start service.
Step 4: Hire Expert Technicians
Hiring an excellent staff is crucial if you want to be successful in the service industry. Your staff has a big impact on how your customers relate to your business and hiring the wrong employees could mean painful headaches for you. Find qualified technicians by using Ziprecruiter to post your open job opportunities.
Step 5: Start Servicing
After you’ve got the right tools, permits, a great staff ready to work— you can make a serious splash in your community!
In Conclusion
Once you get going in the day-to-day grind of starting your own business, you’ll find that there are typically more than five easy steps to starting a new business concept. But with this helpful guide you can get the process going and make your startup truly your own experience. With many tech tools and helpful resources out there (and your legendary super-mom powers), we know amazing opportunities are in your future!
Are you spending too much on your electricity bill? With the average household spending £1,249 a year on gas and electricity, energy costs form a large part of our annual outgoings.
The amount of electronic appliances we are using everyday is increasing. According to a 2017 report by Energy Consumption in the UK, in 1990 the average household of four people used just four appliances. Today, the average household uses 13.
However, electricity usage in the UK is actually decreasing as our appliances become more efficient. And there are ways we can cut our electricity usage even more, to benefit both the environment and your pockets. By following a few steps, you can save hundreds of pounds a year on your energy bill.
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Turn off appliances
The most obvious way of cutting your electricity bill is to stop using so much electricity. A lot of the power we use in our homes is wasted, by leaving appliances on standby or not turning off the lights. If you get into the habit of turning off all your devices at the plug when not using them, you can save on average £30 a year. These savings could rise to £80 a year if your household uses more gadgets than the average home. Devices such as televisions and laptops still use lots of energy when on standby so remember to always turn them off. And of course don’t forget the lights!
Use your appliances more efficiently
You can also save money by being more efficient with how you use your appliances. For example, when using your washing machine or dishwasher, always try and fill them up as much as you can. One full load will use much less electricity than two half loads. Also, washing dishes by hand is more energy efficient than constantly filling and using your dishwasher.
When it comes to washing your clothes, you should use the lowest temperature possible. You can save up to £52 a year if you wash your clothes at 30 instead of 40 degrees. And instead of using a tumble dryer, you can save a lot of electricity by using a washing line or rack.
Use more efficient appliances
Throwing out old electrical appliances and replacing them with more energy-efficient alternatives could save you a lot of money on your bills in the long run. By using an electric oven with an A+ efficiency rating instead of a B-rated model you will use as much as 40% less energy.
You can also save money by using energy saving light bulbs. They don’t cost a lot more than normal light bulbs, but last up to 10 times longer and can save you up to £55 in electricity costs during it’s lifetime.
You should also consider changing your fridge. You can save up to £20 a year in energy bills by using an A+++ fridge freezer over an A+ model. Also, a packed fridge will use less energy than a half empty one, as the contents act as insulation so the fridge has to use less electricity to stay cool. Always try to fill your fridge if you can.
Monitor how much energy you are using
You should consider installing a smart meter. This will track how much energy you are using and send the data to your supplier who will set your bill accordingly. This way you will be billed for your electricity more accurately. You will also get real time information on how much electricity you are using, allowing you to investigate and work out which appliances in your home are using the most power.
Switch energy supplier
Last but not least, one of the most cost efficient and easiest ways of saving money on your electricity bill is to change supplier. According to Ofgem, the average household can save up to £300 a year by switching their gas and electricity supplier.
Prices and plans are always changing, so it’s always worth looking around for a better deal rather than being content with what you have. By shopping around and comparing the market, you can find the cheapest energy deals that suits you, and potentially save hundreds.
Maybe you want to generate some extra cash. Maybe you’re saving for a big ticket item. Maybe you’ve always wanted to experience the economic and physical freedom you can get from a home-based business. Maybe your passion is something you can no longer ignore. If you want to be your own boss, but don’t want to begin production on items that will create clutter and chaos in your home, there are some options you may want to consider to get into business for yourself and sell products from home without inventory.
Blogging can make you money.
Blogging can be financially lucrative and requires no mess and no fuss as a product. You can make money by selling CPC or CPM or private advertisements. You can sell digital products like master writing classes, and you can even market how-to videos or online demonstrations. If you write about things that people are interested in, get followers on Instagram and other social media platforms, and then monetize your blog through the sale of merchandise with your brand’s name and logo, you may find some financial freedom in short order.
Some bloggers use a paid
membership model that offers premium content on your blog for those members who
pay to read, or you may opt to use subscriptions that deliver premium content
to those who have contracted to buy your valued information or entertainment.
Choose from among the best Instagram hashtags for your social media sites
and ensure that your content titles are searchable. Perfect your content by
including relevant and compelling images. Invite guest bloggers to your page
and share your expertise with others as a guest writer on another blogger’s
page in order to establish yourself as an expert in your field or industry.
Create
your own YouTube channel.
YouTube
can be an excellent opportunity and serves as a lucrative product for those who
like to use the platform regularly. Vloggers from all walks of life and
with all types of expertise and knowledge to sell have found that consumers are
willing to subscribe to the channels that feature the kills and opinions they
want to know more about. What really matters is finding that balance between
what you know and what you’re passionate about and marketing to those who are
interested in what you have to say.
Some of the most popular YouTubers do stunts, stream live video game activity, provide valuable parenting hacks, create stand-up comedy, and feature drag shows or health and wellness tutorials. What is more, they make real money doing what they are passionate about! As the second largest search engine available, boasting more than 1.5 billion users per month and feeding over one billion hours a day, YouTube can convert to cash for you if you have something that your followers will want to see and engage with.
Start
your own dropshipping business.
If YouTubing isn’t for
you and you’re looking for something a little more low-key, you may want to try
dropshipping. Dropshipping can provide a sustainable income for those who have
a marketable niche idea. Because you don’t have to worry about startup costs,
there isn’t much prohibiting you from getting started today. You can open a
business quickly with some time and effort, in addition to a viable marketing
plan. It’s important that you manage your expectations of income in the
first year or so, as most dropshippers will find that it takes a while to build
a following, but the potential long-term is unlimited.
The key to success in dropshipping, according to successful dropshippers, is stocking quality products, building a loyal following, and providing the customer service that will keep your consumers happy. Developing a marketing strategy that helps take your business from a few hundred to thousands of dollars each month is also a critical component. If you find trending products that are available, select dropshipping wholesalers that can consistently keep up with your demand, and set up a well-designed and easily navigable ecommerce website, you should find success in your first year.
Begin
Podcasting.
Like a YouTube channel, podcasts function in a series focused around a topic or idea. They are similar to a television show in that each cast is self-contained and does not rely on the preceding or subsequent podcasts for sustainability. Each podcast is an individual digital audio file that you create and then make available on the internet for your subscribers to download to a computer or mobile device. You monetize your podcast by using sponsors, affiliate marketing, crowdfunding, or offering online services or courses.
What
are some other products you can sell from home that won’t create clutter?
Comment below.
The word “anime” is short for animation and is generally used for popular Japanese animated cartoons featuring hand-drawn or computer animated characters. Anime started gaining popularity through Dragon Ball, Naruto, Death Note, and other series. While this trend of anime initially emerged in Japan as a way of storytelling and narration of historical tales, it has quickly become an entertainment enterprise.
With the increasing popularity of anime series in the global market,anime DVDshops have become extremely popular as well. We can consider these shops as exclusive stores resembling movie shops that offer new DVD releases. While at an anime store, you may only buy anime DVDs, an online DVD store not only offers movies, TV series and world cinema releases, but also the exclusive anime series. The commercialization of anime series including television shows, movies, video games, internet releases, and other visual mediums has made it easier for fans to buy their favorite DVDs from the comfort of their homes.
7 Reasons for the Increasing Popularity of Anime Series:
Depth
Anime series usually have a lot of depth in their plots, unlike most cartoons. They deal with themes of good and bad, life, loss, hope, justice etc. Most people like these things, especially young adults can relate to them. These offer important life lessons and are more intriguing and addictive in comparison to regular cartoon series.
Character Visuals
Anime features beautifully drawn characters and locations that are very enticing on their own. The characters are colorful, attractive, gorgeous and inhuman. All these things add an air of mystery to anime shows captivating the audience
Storyline
Perhaps, the most addictive thing about anime series is the way its story unfolds. The developers create the characters to go with the storyline. One show features many different plots at once. Anime movies never become monotonous and the storyline remains dynamic. The continuity of the story over the episodes keeps the viewer hooked to the show.
An Appropriate Ending
Unlike most dramas and series, animes usually do not have a second and third season. They usually end when the time is right. This is what I like best about the anime shows; they do not drag.
Comic Relief
No matter how intense or serious an anime series is, it always has a touch of comedy. Whether it is a certain character or certain moments that provide this comic relief, it is always there. These random moments of laughter ensure that you have an enjoyable time watching anime.
Action Scenes
Anime movies tend to have well choreographed and synchronized action sequences. The ability to draw gives a lot of flexibility as to how to portray action scenes. Thus, anime videos usually tend to have amazing action moments.
Characters
The characters are so well developed and complex that many people can relate to several of them. Some literally fall in love with them. The amazing portrayal of emotions, captivating voice-overs, and charming personalities render the viewers as huge fans of the characters.
Besides the reasons mentioned above, the wide variety of available anime genres has led to a rise in anime viewership.
Republicans and Democrats have
reached an agreement in principle over border security to fund the government
and avoid another partial shutdown.
The deal was struck in a closed-door meeting in Washington on February 11
after several hours of talks.
However, the agreement contains only
a fraction of the money President Donald Trump wants for his promised border
wall and does not mention a concrete barrier.
The deal still needs to be approved
by Congress and signed by the president.
Speaking on February 12, President
Trump said of the deal: “I can’t say
I’m happy, I can’t say I’m thrilled.”
The president told reporters he
would have a meeting about the agreement later today.
The Democrats – who now control the
House of Representatives – have refused to approve the $5.7 billion for
President Trump’s wall on the border with Mexico, one of his key campaign
pledges.
Lawmakers expressed optimism that a bill
would be approved by February 15 when funding runs out for some federal
agencies.
The longest shutdown in US history
lasted 35 days and cost the country’s economy an estimated $11 billion.
Details have yet to be released but
aides familiar with the negotiations say it includes $1.375 billion in funding
for 55 miles of new fencing at the border, a small part of the more than 2,000
miles promised by President Trump.
The wall would be built in the Rio
Grande Valley, in Texas, using existing designs, such as metal slats, instead
of the concrete wall that Donald Trump had demanded.
According to recent reports, there
was also an agreement to reduce the number of beds in detention centers to
40,250 from the current 49,057.
The talks had reached an impasse earlier with Republicans strongly rejecting
Democrats’ demands for a limit to the number of undocumented migrants already
in the US who could be detained by immigration authorities.
Republican Senator Richard Shelby said on February 11: “We got an agreement on all of it.
“Our staffs are going to be
working feverishly to put all the particulars together. We believe that if this
becomes law, it’ll keep open the government.”
However, by yesterday, some of President Trump’s conservative allies had
already denounced the deal, with Fox News commentator Sean Hannity calling it a
“garbage compromise”.
House Freedom Caucus leader Representative Mark Meadows of North Carolina said the agreement failed “to address the critical priorities outlined by Border Patrol Chiefs”.
President Donald Trump is “in very good
health”, the White House doctor, Sean Conley, said after a four-hour
physical examination.
Dr. Sean Conley added: “I
anticipate he will remain so for the duration of his presidency and
beyond.”
He and other 11 medical specialists put President Trump through a series of
tests in a Washington suburb.
Donald Trump, 72, had previously been asked to lose at least 10lb and there
is no evidence that he has done so.
White House aides report that the president is eating more fish than he used
to, according to Reuters.
However, according to spokesman Hogan Gidley, President Trump
“admits” he has not followed his diet and exercise plan
“religiously”.
No further details on President Trump’s health have been released.
At the first physical of his presidency, which took place last year, Donald
Trump was found to weigh 239lb and have a cholesterol level that is slightly
higher than recommended.
President Trump is known to take medication for heart health and against
cholesterol and male pattern hair loss.
His body mass index (BMI) indicates he is overweight but not obese.
Donald Trump’s health has attracted
attention before. During his campaign he produced a letter that said he would
be the “healthiest individual ever elected to the presidency”.
However, the doctor named as its author later said Donald Trump had written the
letter himself.
In 2018, Dr. Ronny Jackson said the
president had “incredible genes” and it was not a matter of concern
that he only slept for four or five hours a night because this was “just
his nature”.
However, Donald Trump has been reported to eat large amounts of fast food and steaks, washed down by up to 12 cans of Diet Coke a day.
President Donald Trump has refused to respond
to a request from Congress to provide a report determining who killed the Saudi
journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
In October 2018, senators wrote a letter demanding the murder be
investigated and that the White House give more information.
A Trump administration official said the president was within his rights to
decline to act.
Jamal Khashoggi was killed after entering the Saudi consulate in Istanbul in
October last year.
The journalist was a strong critic of the Saudi government. His body was
reportedly dismembered and has still not been found.
US intelligence officials have reportedly said such an operation would have
needed the approval of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
However, Saudi officials insist Jamal Khashoggi was murdered by a
“rogue” team of Saudi agents not acting on the prince’s orders.
An administration statement said President Trump “maintains his
discretion to decline to act on congressional committee requests when
appropriate”.
However, Democratic senators told the New
York Times President Trump was in breach of the so-called Magnitsky Act, which
requires a response within 120 days to requests from Senate committee leaders.
That deadline passed on February 8.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has written to Senate leaders describing actions
taken against individuals.
However, the documents do not indicate who was responsible for Jamal Khashoggi’s
death, as demanded by the senators.
The US has imposed sanctions on 17 Saudi officials, including Saud
al-Qahtani, a former adviser to the crown prince who, it alleged, was
“part of the planning and execution of the operation” that led to Jamal
Khashoggi’s murder.
However, President Trump has faced criticism from senators for failing to condemn the Saudi crown prince directly.
