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Greenland Mountaintop Collapse Triggered Mega Tsunami & 9-Day Seismic Event

An image by the Danish army shows the site after the landslide and subsequent mega-tsunami.




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A Faster, Better Way to Diagnose Lyme Disease

Although spending time in nature can reduce stress and generally improve health and well-being, insects like mosquitoes and ticks also pose a risk.




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Avian Flu Could Spread Further, but Immunity May be Common

For the past several years, millions of birds around the world have been killed or culled because of a highly pathogenic form of avian influenza - H5N1




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DEFINITIVE GUIDE: FAST ANTIMICROBIAL SUSCEPTIBILITY TESTINGAn overview of today's fast AST technologies. This guide is specially designed for lab professionals and healthcare providers. It of

An overview of today’s fast AST technologies. This guide is specially designed for lab professionals and healthcare providers. It offers insight into




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Regional District Day

Organizer: Government Finance Officers Association of British Columbia
Location: Vancouver




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2024 Mental Health and Addictions Symposium: A Pathway Forward

Organizer: North Central Local Government Association
Location: Prince George




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2.3KM E KANGAROO FLAT, MURRAY GOLDFIELDS 42 - DIAMOND

Incident Name: MURRAY GOLDFIELDS 42 - DIAMOND
Territory: DELWP
Agency: DELWP
Fire District: Northern Country
Incident No: 189377
Date/Time: 13/11/2024 15:42:00
Type: BUSHFIRE
Location: 2.3KM E KANGAROO FLAT
Status: Under Control
Size: 0.50 HA.
Vehicles: 0
Latitude: -36.8011
Longitude: 144.2662




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Day of the Covenant

Nov 24, 2024

Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Celebrates the anniversary of the appointment of 'Abdu'l-Baha, the son of Baha'u'llah, as the Center of the Covenant. 

Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: Multifaith Observance
Event Sponsor: University Chaplaincy



  • 2024/11/24 (Sun)

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Starting Small and Making It Big: The Cummings Way

Nov 18, 2024, 3pm EST

Join us for a fireside chat and book signing event with renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist Bill Cummings, founder of Cummings Properties and co-founder of Cummings Foundation.

BuildingJoyce Cummings Center
Campus Location: Medford/Somerville campus
City: Medford, MA 02155
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus
Location Details: 177 College Ave, Medford
Wheelchair Accessible (for in-person events): Yes
Open to Public: No
Primary Audience(s): Alumni and Friends, Faculty, Staff, Students (Graduate), Students (Postdoctoral), Students (Undergraduate)
Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar/Talk
Subject: Business, Innovation
Event Sponsor: Gordon Institute
Event Sponsor Details: Derby Entrepreneurship Center
Event Contact Name: Carol Denning
Event Contact Emailcarol.denning@tufts.edu
RSVP Informationderbyecenter.tufts.edu…
Event Admission: Free
More infoderbyecenter.tufts.edu…



  • 2024/11/18 (Mon)

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16th Edward R. Murrow Forum on Issues in Journalism: Chris Hayes

Nov 18, 2024, 12pm EST

Join a behind-the-scenes conversation with journalist, MSNBC anchor, and author, Chris Hayes as part of the Edward R. Murrow Forum on Issues in Journalism. Hayes is the Emmy Award-winning host of MSNBC’s All In with Chris Hayes, the weekly MSNBC podcast Why Is This Happening?, and is editor-at-large of The Nation. He previously hosted the weekend program Up w/ Chris Hayes and served as a frequent substitute host for The Rachel Maddow Show and The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell.

BuildingBarnum Hall
Campus Location: Medford/Somerville campus
City: Medford, MA 02155
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus
Location Details: Barnum LL08
Wheelchair Accessible (for in-person events): Yes
Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar/Talk
Event Sponsor Details: Tufts University's Political Science Department, the Film & Media Studies Program, Tufts Archival Research Center, the Tufts Democrats and Murrow Center for a Digital World at the Fletcher School.
Event Contact Name: Jessica Byrnes, Senior Communications Manager
Event Contact Emailjessica.byrnes@tufts.edu
More infowww.eventbrite.com…



  • 2024/11/18 (Mon)

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WMFO Fall '24 Volunteer Day

Nov 17, 2024

WMFO Volunteer Day—a day for the Tufts community to come and get volunteer hours by ripping CDs, organizing records, and cataloguing vinyl!

BuildingCurtis Hall
Campus Location: Medford/Somerville campus
City: Medford, MA 02155
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus
Location Details: Curtis Hall, WMFO Studio
Wheelchair Accessible (for in-person events): No
Open to Public: Yes
Primary Audience(s): Alumni and Friends, Students (Undergraduate)
Event Type: Community Engagement
Subject: Music
Event Contact Name: Gonzalo Escajadillo
Event Contact Emailvolunteer@wmfo.org



  • 2024/11/17 (Sun)

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Tufts Third Day Gospel Choir

Nov 15, 2024, 5pm EST

Join the Tufts Third Day Gospel Choir as they present their spring concert under the direction of David Coleman.

BuildingAidekman Arts Center
Campus Location: Medford/Somerville campus
City: Medford, MA 02155
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus
Location Details: Cohen Auditorium, Aidekman Arts Center
Wheelchair Accessible (for in-person events): Yes
Open to Public: Yes
Primary Audience(s): Alumni and Friends, Faculty, Parents, Students (Graduate), Students (Undergraduate)
Event Type: Performance
Subject: Arts/Media
Event Sponsor: School of Arts and Sciences
Event Sponsor Details: Anna Grffis
Event Contact Name: Anna Grffis
Event Contact Emailanna.griffis@tufts.edu
Event Admission: Tickets are $7 for general admission seating and can be purchased at www.tuftsdramadancetickets.com.
More infoas.tufts.edu…



  • 2024/11/15 (Fri)

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Guru Nanak's Birthday

Nov 15, 2024

Guru Nanak's Birthday. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.

Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: Multifaith Observance
Event Sponsor: University Chaplaincy



  • 2024/11/15 (Fri)

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President’s Bonus Day

Dec 31, 2024

The university observes a holiday on this day.

Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: University Holiday



  • 2024/12/31 (Tue)

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President’s Bonus Day

Dec 30, 2024

The university observes a holiday on this day.

Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: University Holiday



  • 2024/12/30 (Mon)

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Winter Break Day

Dec 27, 2024

The university observes a holiday on this day.

Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: University Holiday



  • 2024/12/27 (Fri)

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Winter Break Day

Dec 26, 2024

The university observes a holiday on this day.

Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: University Holiday



  • 2024/12/26 (Thu)

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Christmas Day

Dec 25, 2024

The university observes a holiday on this day.

Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: University Holiday



  • 2024/12/25 (Wed)

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Day after Thanksgiving

Nov 29, 2024

The university observes a holiday on this day.

Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: University Holiday



  • 2024/11/29 (Fri)

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Thanksgiving Day

Nov 28, 2024

The university observes a holiday on this day.

Open to Public: Yes
Event Type: University Holiday



  • 2024/11/28 (Thu)

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Ian Halliday (2000)

Ian Halliday: Instructor, Princeton University 1964-66. Fellow Christ's College, Cambridge 1966-67. Lectureship 1967-75, Reader 75-90, Professor 90-92, Imperial College, University of London. Professor of Physics and Head of Department, University of Wales, Swansea since 1992, Dean of Graduate School 93-96 (on leave of absence). Chief Executive, Particle Physics and Astronomy Research Council since 1998.




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Exhibition and Poster Display

Details of the Exhibition and Poster Display are now available. [2005-04-06]




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Poster Displays

Further information about the poster displays is now available.




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B3: Just say No to Powerpoint: Web Alternatives for Slides and Presentations

Helen Sargan, University of Cambridge will show that there are several realistic alternatives to using a slide presentation tool such as Powerpoint or similar. she'll give an overview and demo of several Web-based alternatives with the pros and cons of using them, a profile of the constituencies who would benefit, and what skills and support they might need to succeed.




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MJ Ray

MJ Ray is a director of Luminas Limited, an Internet application company, and was the founding general editor of tsw, winners of the sabbatical to complete his doctorate.




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A5: 'Not blue, a bit random, and not too Scottish': Designing a Web site the hard way.....?

Debbie Nicholson, Web Support Officer, University of Essex will show how putting quality measures in place can prevent getting a brief for a Web design job that reads "not blue, a bit random, and not too Scottish". Don't laugh, this actually happened! This hands on session will get participants thinking about how they can introduce quality assurance procedures within the web design process. It will cover establishing a 'quality loop', creating measurable standards and will introduce ways to enable clients to be better informed about what they want from their new Web site.




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Stephanie Taylor (2008)

Stephanie Taylor has over fourteen years experience as an information professional. She is currently working on the JISC-funded Repository Support Project (RSP) which aims to assist academic institutions to develop a deployed network of inter-operable repositories for academic papers, learning materials and research data across the UK. The RSP delivers practical advice to English and Welsh HEI's regarding development, implementation and management of these repositories. Stephanie gave a plenary talk on "Institutional Repositories: Asset or Obstacle?".




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Institutional Web Management Workshop 2005: Whose Web Is It Anyway? (2005)

IWMW 9: Institutional Web Management Workshop 2005: Whose Web Is It Anyway?, held at the University of Manchester on 6-8 July 2005




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AI in Hiring In-House Lawyer Blind Spot, Survey Says

Niloy Ray discusses findings in Littler’s AI C-Suite Survey Report that reveal an awareness gap between legal chiefs and HR regarding whether their company is using AI tools.

Bloomberg Law 

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NYC Wage Info Bill Highlights Rise In Pay Transparency Laws

Kelly Cardin examines NYC's proposed pay transparency legislation and what employers can do to navigate applicants' and employees' shifting expectations that have arisen as a result of salary disclosure laws and their requirements.

Law360

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Brazil: Pay Transparency Reports Are Due by the End of September

Renata Neeser says Brazil’s efforts to reduce the gender pay gap are in line with the current global trend and ahead of other Latin American countries.

SHRM

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The Gender Issue: Equal Pay, Gender Identity Awareness and Diversity & Inclusion Program Compliance




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Canada's Federal Pay Equity Act Takes Effect on August 31, 2021

Rhonda Levy and Barry Kuretzky examine Canada’s federal Pay Equity Act and offer tips to employers for establishing a pay equity plan.

Human Resources Director Canada

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An application for refugee status may prevent you from starting work

Karolina Schiffter discusses whether Ukrainian citizens who claim refugee status can work in Poland.

Gazeta Prawna

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Playing the numbers game: 21st Century law will be based on math and data analytics

Zev Eigen comments on the increasing importance and role of data analytics in the legal industry.

Financial Post

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Opinion: Using Analytics to Close the Gender Pay Gap

Zev Eigen recommends that organizations regularly analyze data and policies to avoid compensation gaps between men and women.

Information Management

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Three Ways Data Can Improve Legal Operations

Scott Forman authored this article regarding big data, benchmarking, predictive modeling and trendspotting.

Today's General Counsel

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Littler Expands Pay Equity Audit Capabilities with New Offering

The Littler Pay Equity Assessment™ Provides Enhanced Data Analytics to Help Employers Assess Risk and Proactively Identify Solutions




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Massachusetts Attorney General Publishes Long-Anticipated Guidance on the Revised Pay Equity Law

The Massachusetts Attorney General has recently published an Overview and Frequently Asked Questions (the “Overview”) regarding the amendment to the Massachusetts Equal Pay Act, set to take effect on July 1, 2018.  The Overview answers many questions that employers have been asking about this wide-ranging new law.  The Overview also confirms the importance of an employer self-evaluation, offering some direction on what types of evaluations are appropriate, and explaining how it could protect a company from liability under the law.

The New Equal Pay Act




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Littler Mendelson Takes Aim at Pay Inequity with New Software

Aaron Crews explains Littler's Pay Equity Assessment Tool.

Employee Benefit News

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Companies Are Warned About Compliance 'Minefields' for Pay Equity

Denise Visconti and Allan King urge employers to be vigilant regarding pay equity issues.

The National Law Journal

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New Brazil Pay Transparency Report Is Due by the End of September 2024

  • Companies with more than 100 employees in Brazil must post their pay transparency report by September 30, 2024.
  • This will be the second report since the law and its regulations went into effect earlier this year.
  • Regulations to implement Brazil’s law requiring the pay transparency report and action plan have been heavily criticized in the business community.




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Games People Play—To Learn

Kevin O'Neill describes the live-action simulations of Littler Learning Group.

Training Magazine

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Wrongful dismissal claim ends in Superior Court slap-down – Ontario judge tells employer to pay up

Barry Kuretzky discusses a recent Ontario Superior Court decision that punished an employer for trying to intimidate an employee through what the judge determined was a meritless counter claim.

Human Resources Director Canada

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Is the NLRB Unconstitutional? The Courts May Finally Decide

Alexander Thomas MacDonald discusses an upcoming Supreme Court case that may determine how much power the National Labor Relations Board should have. 

The Federalist Society

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Employer Takeaways From 2nd Circ. Equal Pay Ruling

Thelma Akpan and Katelyn McCombs discuss a U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit decision that reversed a long-held understanding of the Equal Pay Act and could have a significant effect on equal pay litigation.

Law360

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Ontario, Canada’s Divisional Court Confirms Unionized Workplaces May Pursue Human Rights Claims Before Labour Arbitrator or Human Rights Tribunal




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California Supreme Court Affirms Good-Faith Efforts May Shield Employers in Wage Statement Lawsuits

In a favorable ruling for employers defending against wage statement compliance claims, the California Supreme Court in Naranjo v. Spectrum Services Inc. (Naranjo) settled an age-old dispute by determining that an employer that reasonably and in good faith believed it was providing a complete and accurate wage statement has a viable defense to a claim for penalties under the California wage statement statute.

Background




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California’s New Deal: Employment Law Reform May Depend on the Ballot Box

What do you get when you combine a business-backed ballot initiative, the state legislature and governor’s office, and labor organizations? A deal. California style.




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Total Recall? Key Takeaways on the Nevada Hospitality and Travel Workers Right to Return Act

The Governor of Nevada recently signed into law Senate Bill 386, which is Nevada’s version of the trending “return to work” or “right to recall” laws being passed in other jurisdictions throughout the country in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  These laws typically require that employees who were laid off due to the pandemic be given priority to be offered their former jobs before external candidates are considered.  Nevada’s law, the Nevada Hospitality and Travel Workers Right to Return Act (“the Act”), does not apply to all businesses, but generally to such businesses that were most a