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Bernie Sanders Writing On A Whiteboard Gets Meme'd With Hot Takes

What started as Bernie Sanders writing an innocent thank you note to his field staff on a white board turned into memers filling it in with hotter takes and less savory messages. Seriously, people should know better at this point than to post images on the internet of people with white boards. It's just asking for bad news.




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#98: Thousand Oaks, CA




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Critical SaltStack RCE Bug (CVSS Score 10) Affects Thousands of Data Centers

Two severe security flaws have been discovered in the open-source SaltStack Salt configuration framework that could allow an adversary to execute arbitrary code on remote servers deployed in data centers and cloud environments. The vulnerabilities were identified by F-Secure researchers earlier this March and disclosed on Thursday, a day after SaltStack released a patch (version 3000.2)




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The Dem Primary is Over, and We Need Bernie Sanders to Lead on Health Care From the Senate

On Tuesday, I cast a joyless vote for the very much politically doomed Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders in the Illinois primary, in an elementary school where hushed whispers and fearful glances had replaced the normal din of an election day. There was no one standing just outside the perimeter hustling me to vote for this […]




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30 Amazing Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

The best grilled cheese sandwich recipes ever! A perfectly grilled/toasted cheese sandwich is one of the best things in life and a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich is even better! April is National Grilled Cheese Month and I have 30 amazing grilled cheese sandwich recipes for you, one for every day of the month! Grilled cheese...

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The post 30 Amazing Grilled Cheese Sandwiches appeared first on Closet Cooking.




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Sandals reopening next month with enhanced cleaning protocols

Caribbean resorts to reopen from June 4




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Vang Vieng Home of the worlds best Sandwich

Laotian food is really something special sure in most countries you could go out for dinner and a show. However when you step into Laos the Dinner is the show. Performance plays a big role in Laotian cuisine. Youll likely find a spectacle in e




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Muscat Sink Hole Wadi's Wahiba Sands

Hi Allhere are some pictures of Oman. It took me a while to find a fast enough internet connection to upload them. I will write a bit more when I have a bit more time. Everything is good so far and I'm enjoying the sushine. Sometimes it's a little too




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Whirlwind and sandstorm

Day 5 30th September 2010Breakfast outside and then away to the Steppes for more headwinds and a puncture in my front tyre caused by those wicked prickly roadside plants. Furhter down the road I repaired a puncture for Kristine. which was the four




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Thousands of NYC school bus workers furloughed after city declines to renew bus company contracts because of coronavirus shutdown

Union officials say school bus workers will be hit hard by the cuts.




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World’s fastest-running ant scuttles over scalding Saharan sands at super speeds

Saharan silver ants don’t have the longest limbs. But they make up for it with a sprightly combination of fast pacing, light-footedness, and synchronized stepping that effectively turns their six legs into two.




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Editorial: Bernie Sanders changed the Democratic Party for the better. Now it's his job to help defeat Trump

Sanders leaves the presidential race with some major accomplishments.




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Sanders supporters rail at New York over cancellation of presidential primary

Bernie Sanders supporters lash out after New York cancels its presidential primary, saying Democrats are trying to deny the former candidate a voice at the convention.




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Coronavirus has forced thousands at Stanford and other private colleges to evacuate

As of 5 p.m. Wednesday, hundreds of students were forced to leave Stanford University, which is also reducing financial aid for students.




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Thousands more consumers at risk from faulty washing machines

Thousands more consumers have learned they are at risk in their own homes from faulty washing machines which have been added to Whirlpool’s expanding list of recalled models




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Ava DuVernay, Sandra Oh and others celebrate 'Parasite's' historic Oscar win

Ava DuVernay, Olivia Munn and Jon M. Chu were among the celebs celebrating "Parasite's" historic win for best picture at the 2020 Oscars.




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Adam Sandler signs on to make 4 more movies with Netflix


Netflix announced on Friday that it would extend its relationship with Sandler, who has been working with the streaming giant since 2015.




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Sands and time: from Lancashire to Cumbria in bare feet

Seven adventures in seven days: a seabed stroll across Morecambe Bay




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Cardi B goes live with Bernie Sanders to poke holes in Trump's coronavirus response

Politics' odd couple, rapper Cardi B and Sen. Bernie Sanders, had a video chat to discuss his exit from the presidential race and Trump's coronavirus plan.




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Michael Urie at home, channeling Barbra Streisand: Your weekend quarantine must-watch

Michael Urie reprises his much-praised performance in "Buyer & Cellar," the solo play that imagines the world of Streisand's basement.




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Co-op recalls Chicken & Stuffing Sandwich because it may contain metal

Co-op is recalling Chicken and Stuffing Sandwich due to the possible presence of metal. The possible presence of metal makes this product unsafe to eat.




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Mw 6.1 SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS REGION

Magnitude  Mw 6.1
Region  SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS REGION
Date time  2020-01-20 06:51:39.5 UTC
Location  59.30 S ; 26.35 W
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Mw 6.1 SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS REGION

Magnitude  Mw 6.1
Region  SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS REGION
Date time  2020-02-08 14:32:59.5 UTC
Location  59.73 S ; 25.87 W
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Mw 5.6 SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS REGION

Magnitude  Mw 5.6
Region  SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS REGION
Date time  2020-05-08 01:14:20.7 UTC
Location  55.51 S ; 29.33 W
Depth  10 km




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Indiana storm damage: Poles down in Hamilton County as thousands still without electricity

Thousands remain without power after severe storms moved through Hamilton County. Westfield reported several transmission poles were down in the area.

       




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Cartoonist Gary Varvel: Thousand Oaks bar shooting

America mourns another mass shooting.

      




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You won't believe the doughnut ice cream sandwiches coming to Fountain Square

People wait in line for these giant ice cream-stuffed doughnuts, even on snowy winter days.

      




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Bernie Sanders’s newest fan? Harley Quinn in ‘Birds of Prey.’

The Democratic presidential candidate gets a shout-out in the new film.




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Sarah Sanders may be joining an exclusive group of ex-Trump aides

The former press secretary is reportedly writing a book about her tenure — adding to a growing list of White House advisers with stories to sell.




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Cardi B continues her support of Bernie Sanders by filming a campaign video together

The rapper has been a supporter of the Democratic presidential candidate, and says she wants to help "a movement of young people to transform this country."




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Cardi B and Bernie Sanders talk police brutality and health care — while in a nail salon

The senator from Vermont and the rapper bantered and got into the issues in a new campaign video.




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Ariana Grande is the latest celebrity to show support for Bernie Sanders, calling him ‘my guy’

The singer posted photos of the duo embracing after one of her concerts.




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Celebrities including Emily Ratajkowski and Mark Ruffalo send messages of thanks to Bernie Sanders

Famous supporters flocked to social media as Sen. Bernie Sanders ended his presidential campaign.




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Bernie Sanders and Cardi B talk Joe Biden, coronavirus and manicures on Instagram Live

Bernie Sanders joined rapper Cardi B on her Instagram page to talk politics and nail care.




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PayPal Test Cards (Sandbox Testing)

If you are using PayPal as the main payment gateway on your website, you may be wondering how you can complete a test transaction to ensure the payment process is running smoothly. In this tutorial, we will look at how you can use PayPal’s ‘test‘ mode known as Sandbox to complete test transactions with a […]

The post PayPal Test Cards (Sandbox Testing) appeared first on Tips and Tricks HQ.




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Perhaps Sanders and Warren are the ones being politically expedient

It’s been frustrating to watch more moderate positions be characterized as solely driven by political calculations.




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Elizabeth Warren tried to do Bernie Sanders’s homework for him. She failed.

Maybe they need a new assignment.




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A socialist is likely to win the 2020 election. No, not Bernie Sanders.

How the president has proved himself a more successful socialist than Sanders is likely to ever be.




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A Campaign of Disappearances in Syria Leaves Thousands Missing

At least 65,116 individuals have been "forcibly disappeared" by the Syrian government, according to a new report by Amnesty International.




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A Sandwich, A Wallet, and Elizabeth Taylor's Cousin

Being a Parable for the Edification of Independents Seeking Independence

THE PARABLE

THE OSTENSIBLE CUSTOMER enters a deli and saunters up to the counter. The deli is tended by its rakishly handsome owner, THE SANDWICH GUY.

"Hi," says The Sandwich Guy. "What looks good to you today?"

"Slow down," says The Ostensible Customer, as THE LUNCH RUSH starts trickling in. "Lots of delis want my business, so, first I need to really understand what you can do for me."

"Well," says The Sandwich Guy, "I guess I can try to do what I do for everybody here and make you a customized version of any of the 15 awesome sandwiches you see on my menu. What're you hungry for?"

"Easy, easy, Ricky Roma! Before I make any decisions here I'm going to need to know a lot more about my options. Why are you so obsessed with 'what I want?'"

"Okay, sorry," says The Sandwich Guy, uneasily eyeing the growing queue of The Lunch Rush now piling up behind The Ostensible Customer. "What else can I do to help here?"

"That's better," says The Ostensible Customer. "Let's start by sitting down for a couple hours and going over all the ingredients you have back there."

The Sandwich Guy laughs congenially and hands The Ostensible Customer a menu. "Friend, I can make you whatever you want, but, if it helps, the 15 sandwiches listed here show all the ingredients--right there between the name and the price..."

"Whoa, whoa, whoa! The price?!? Already you're reaching for my wallet? Jeez, I barely just arrived."

The Lunch Rush is getting restless and grumbling audibly.

"Well. You know. I do sell sandwiches for a living," says The Sandwich Guy. "Did you have a certain budget in mind for your lunch?"

"Oh, God, no. I'm nowhere near that point yet. I still need to learn a lot more about how you work, and so, obviously, I have no idea what I want to pay. Obviously."

"Okay," says The Sandwich Guy, "but...I can't do much for you here without knowing either what you want to eat or how much money you want to spend. You get that, right?"

The Ostensible Customer is miffed.

"Listen, here. What I 'get,' so-called Sandwich Guy, is that you're not going to rush me into some tricky lifetime sandwich commitment until I understand precisely who I'm working with. And, so far, I do not like what I see. Still. I intend to find out more. So, meet me in Canada tomorrow to talk about this for an hour."

The Lunch Rush begins waving their wallets as they lob their completed order forms at The Sandwich Guy's face.

"Sorry," says The Sandwich Guy. "I can't do that. How about I just make you a Reuben. It's really good, it's our most popular sandwich, and it only costs eight bucks."

"WHAT! EIGHT DOLLARS! 'Dollars' with a 'd?' That's way too much!"

"I thought you didn't have a budget," says The Sandwich Guy.

"Well, I don't. And, besides, I don't really 'need' a sandwich at all. Now, kindly fly to Canada."

"That's not going to happen, sir."

"Also," says The Ostensible Customer, "if I do decide to get a sandwich from you--and it's looking increasingly less likely that I will--I'll absolutely expect your deeply discounted price to reflect the fact that I'm not particularly hungry right now."

The Lunch Rush begins lighting torches and chanting a guttural chant, not unlike the haunting overtone singing of Tuvan herdsmen.

"Look," sighs The Sandwich Guy, "it sounds like you need a little more time. Here's a free Coke and a complimentary bowl of pickles. Please have a seat, take all the time you need, then just come on up whenever you're ready to order, okay?"

"‘READY?!?’ TO...‘ORDER?!?’ Are you out of your mind?"

"Mmmm...apparently."

Presently, The Ostensible Customer turns beet-red.

"This is an outrage! I can't even imagine how you stay in business when you treat your customers like this."

The Lunch Rush grows silent as The Sandwich Guy slowly leans over the counter and smiles--his nose one slice of corned beef from The Ostensible Customer's nose.

"Sir. First off: you aren't my customer yet. Right now, you're just some dude holding a bowl of free pickles."

"Buh?" fumbled The Ostensible Customer.

"And, second, the way I 'stay in business' is by making great sandwiches and having as few conversations like the one we're having as possible," The Sandwich Guy coos.

"Because, the truth is, my real customers are actually all those nice people standing behind you. They're the people who buy my sandwiches with real money over and over again. I really like them, and so I give them almost all of my attention."

The Sandwich Guy waves at The Lunch Rush. The Lunch Rush waves back. The Ostensible Customer looks stunned.

"Sir," says The Sandwich Guy "enjoy your Coke and your pickles with my compliments. But, please step aside. Because right now, there's a whole bunch of hungry people trying to buy sandwiches that won't require me flying to Canada. Next, please!"

The Lunch Rush roars approval. The Ostensible Customer is still stunned. Which is unfortunate.

Because, several men from the back of the line spontaneously rush forward to drag The Ostensible Customer, screaming and grasping, onto the busy sidewalk outside, where they proceed to devour his flesh like those street urchins who eat Elizabeth Taylor's cousin in Suddenly, Last Summer.

Meanwhile, The Sandwich Guy goes back to making sandwiches. And, The Lunch Rush goes back to eating them.

THE MORAL(S)?

  1. The Sandwich Guy can't do much for you until you're hungry enough to really want a sandwich.
  2. Once you're hungry enough, you still have to pay money for the sandwich. This won't not come up.
  3. Few people become "a good customer" without understanding both 1 and 2.
  4. Few companies become "a smart business" without understanding 1, 2, and 3.
  5. Basing his business on an understanding of 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 doesn't make The Sandwich Guy a dick; it makes him a smart business.
  6. If you vacation with Elizabeth Taylor? Seriously. Avoid provoking the cannibalistic rent boys.

THE HOPE

Me? I just very much hope it takes you far less than 15 years to see and accept these sorts of things. Both as a customer and as a business.

Guys, avoid working for anyone who's not hungry enough to compensate you for your sandwich. It literally doesn't pay.

THE RESERVE READING

Tell them nicely that your price is a sucky $200K. The key here is to do so candidly, like you’re sitting on their side of the table and have to approve the budget with them. Admit that you’re way over the mark, and essentially apologize for it. I’ve said, “If you want to tell us to get lost, we understand”.

All those variables can change except your worth. That can’t change. It’s an undeniable fact beyond subjectivity and beyond the reality-bending rhetoric of your client-to-be. You are worth what you are worth and unless you’re feeling charitable something else has to give.

Within the first few minutes of contact — in my effort to be as open and detailed on how I work as possible — the client counteracted by lying about not having a budget to clearly having a budget.

Unspoken expectations unmet lead to seething unspoken frustration which ultimately bursts forth in an ugly mess when you’ve run out of budget.

Remember that client who said that we were “pretty expensive” for them? A qualifying question in the first phone call could have saved us many hours of working on this deal. If you decide that the deal is unqualified, you just save it under another bucket: the unqualified deals bucket.

A Sandwich, A Wallet, and Elizabeth Taylor's Cousin” was written by Merlin Mann for 43Folders.com and was originally posted on November 04, 2010. Except as noted, it's ©2010 Merlin Mann and licensed for reuse under CC BY-NC-ND 3.0. "Why a footer?"




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Ana Alecsandru

Research Assistant, International Security Programme

Biography

Ana Alecsandru is a research assistant for the International Security programme, covering projects related to nuclear weapons policy and emerging technologies. She is also a PhD candidate at the University of Birmingham (awaiting Viva examination).

Her doctoral research examined the relationship between trust and verification in nuclear arms control negotiations between the United States and Russia.

Prior to joining Chatham House, she worked at the University of Birmingham on various projects concerning nuclear weapons policy while doing her PhD.

Ana completed an internship in the Arms Control, Disarmament, and WMD Non-Proliferation Centre at NATO HQ in Brussels in 2014. She was also a research intern at the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) in New York in 2016.

During her doctoral studies, she received full grants to participate in the 2017 IGCC’s Public Policy and Nuclear Threats Boot Camp hosted at UC San Diego and the 2017 Nuclear Safeguards and Non-Proliferation Training Course hosted by the European Commission’s Research Centre in Ispra.

Ana holds an MA in Security Studies and an MA in Research Methods from the University of Birmingham. She completed her BSc (hons) in International Relations at the University of Bath. For her doctoral research, she was awarded a studentship by the UK Economic and Social Research Council. 

Areas of expertise

  • Nuclear weapons policy
  • Nuclear arms control and strategic stability
  • Emerging military technologies
  • Emotions in strategic decision-making




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CBD News: Under the theme, "Biodiversity for Sustainable Development," thousands of representatives of governments, NGOs, indigenous peoples, scientists and the private sector gathered in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea for the 12th meeting of t




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CBD News: Statement by Mr. Braulio Ferreira de Souza Dias, CBD Executive Secretary, on the occasion of the Technical Workshop on Ecosystem-Based Approaches to Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa, 28 S





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Ana Alecsandru

Research Assistant, International Security Programme

Biography

Ana Alecsandru is a research assistant for the International Security programme, covering projects related to nuclear weapons policy and emerging technologies. She is also a PhD candidate at the University of Birmingham (awaiting Viva examination).

Her doctoral research examined the relationship between trust and verification in nuclear arms control negotiations between the United States and Russia.

Prior to joining Chatham House, she worked at the University of Birmingham on various projects concerning nuclear weapons policy while doing her PhD.

Ana completed an internship in the Arms Control, Disarmament, and WMD Non-Proliferation Centre at NATO HQ in Brussels in 2014. She was also a research intern at the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) in New York in 2016.

During her doctoral studies, she received full grants to participate in the 2017 IGCC’s Public Policy and Nuclear Threats Boot Camp hosted at UC San Diego and the 2017 Nuclear Safeguards and Non-Proliferation Training Course hosted by the European Commission’s Research Centre in Ispra.

Ana holds an MA in Security Studies and an MA in Research Methods from the University of Birmingham. She completed her BSc (hons) in International Relations at the University of Bath. For her doctoral research, she was awarded a studentship by the UK Economic and Social Research Council. 

Areas of expertise

  • Nuclear weapons policy
  • Nuclear arms control and strategic stability
  • Emerging military technologies
  • Emotions in strategic decision-making




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The Proteomics of Networks and Pathways: A Movie is Worth a Thousand Pictures [Editorial]

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Problem Notes for SAS®9 - 65940: You might receive "ERROR: PI Point not found" when you query a PI tag name that contains a special character such as an ampersand (&)

When you query a PI tag name or element that contains a special character, such as an ampersand (&), you might receive the following error:



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Sandoval eager to do it all for Giants

Shortly after reporting to Giants camp this week, Pablo Sandoval met with manager Bruce Bochy and reiterated his desire to help the club in whatever way he can.




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Sandoval instrumental in recruiting FA friends

Pablo Sandoval said he recruited his friends Gerardo Parra and Yangervis Solarte to the Giants in the offseason.




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Thousands of hungry people line up for food in South Africa

OLIEVENHOUTBOS, South Africa (AP) — Thousands of people stood in line for hours on Saturday in a South African township waiting for handouts of food. The scene has repeated for days in one of the world’s most unequal countries as...