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2021.01.18 02:01 Kosmo midwestshitfest

Reddit community for the production company Midwest Shitfest
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2021.03.23 21:06 intotheunknown22 scentoftheday

a place for lovers of skincare and makeup to share their daily scent choices!✨ categories: body lotion/cream, shower gel/body wash, hand soap, perfume/mist, lipbalm/gloss, hand sanitizer ________________________________________ Please share the scent name, product type, and company name (example: Bath & Body Works Hello Beautiful Fine Fragrance Mist). If your fellow Redditors are interested in trying the product(s), this will make it easy for them!
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2021.03.07 18:33 autoroutescenic13 LaserShit

A community dedicated to sharing horrible experiences with LaserShip. LaserShip® is a last mile delivery company with over 60 delivery hubs reaching more than 100 million consumers throughout the eastern and Midwest U.S. But it sucks. And everyone deserves a place to come and vent about their miserable experiences with this company
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2023.06.08 19:33 Flimsy_Pop_6966 I asked HR for the salary range of two internal positions I applied for via email and they aren’t responding. How do I proceed?

Just as the title says- positions at my company go internal first. I applied to two of them but don’t really want to proceed if the pay is actually less than what I currently make. I asked HR for a range, they didn’t respond for 3 days and I followed up with an additional question unrelated to the positions. They replied to that question right away but not the salary question. I emailed again asking for the range and they are ghosting me. …… help me understand what’s happening and how I can proceed to find this out. I don’t live in a state that requires salary transparency in job descriptions and there isn’t online data available. Location- Midwest
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2023.06.08 19:28 UncleCheezy Fork in the road

I am 32 years old and I am faced with a major life choice.
My father passed away recently, and my uncle came to visit during the time he was in the hospital and he came for the funeral. During this time I reconnected with my uncle who I haven’t seen since I was 10. My uncle offered for me and my family to move my family out to California where he lives and to basically help transition us to the area. He even offered to find us a place to live for free until we get on our feet. I am a teacher and a football coach in the Midwest, and love my job. It can be stressful at times but overall it brings me a lot of joy. I am torn on what to do, my uncle runs a very successful company out there and is into real estate and other side gigs. To put it lightly he’s a multimillionaire, and would take me under his wing in hopes to get me to start bringing in a lot of money as well. People who have worked for him made around $250,000-$400,000 a year. I am married and have two children so that’s another factor in my decision.
I am well established in my community where I live, and have a good life with free time to spend with my family. My wife and I bring in about 130,000 a year and are able to live comfortably in the Midwest. In California, I know it’s more expensive to live and I will probably be having to work longer hours and possibly everyday since it’s a business I’ll be working for. I believe in family time, and being around for my children as they grow. I was talking to my cousins (uncles kids) and they mentioned that he was not around a lot growing up because he was always working. While I’d love to make a lot more money, I worry that I will give up time away that I will never get back, and do not want my children to resent me for it down the road in life.
I am visiting this summer for a celebration of life for my father in Cali, for the family who couldn’t attend the funeral we had in the Midwest and I will get a feel for the life out there. What should I do in this situation, and what advice do you have on possibly living in California that I am not aware of? (Cost, taxes, Travel, etc.) it is in Northern Cali, outside of the Bay Area.
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2023.06.08 19:01 PritchettRobert506 [HIRING] 21 Jobs in Columbus Hiring Now!

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SBP SBP Disaster Recovery AmeriCorps Program Columbus
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IH Services Warehouse Custodian Columbus
FleetPride, Inc. Warehouse Driver Associate Columbus
Foundation Building Material Warehouse Columbus
Cintas Warehouse Associate - LoadeUnloader - 2nd Shift - $18/Hour Columbus
Kimball Midwest PT Weekend Stocker - 12 Hour Day Shift $18.89 Per Hour Columbus
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Kimball Midwest 2nd Shift Warehouse Assortment/Kit Maker Columbus
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Hey guys, here are some recent job openings in columbus. Feel free to comment here or send me a private message if you have any questions, I'm at the community's disposal! If you encounter any problems with any of these job openings please let me know that I will modify the table accordingly. Thanks!
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2023.06.08 18:31 redditduk [MegaList] SG Gigs & Music Concerts: Mid June (9 - 22 Jun 2023)

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2023.06.08 18:30 Lusiade SIGNA SPORTS UNITED - SSU/NL0015000LX8

SIGNA SPORTS UNITED - SSU/NL0015000LX8
Bon les margoulins, ça va être mon premier article mais je vais pas écrire mandarin et je vais vous fournir une analyse que même The Wall Street Journal pourrait pas vous pondre. On est pas chez Yahoo Finance ici. Qui plus est, on est en période de versement des dividendes, alors selon les grands tacticiens que vous êtes vous avez sûrement un petit peu de cash à faire fructifier.
Ce sujet pourra tous vous intéresser, peu importe votre approche et vos moyens d’investissements, d’autant plus si vous êtes détenteur d’un PEA. Posons les bases:
Beaucoup utilisent les ETF pour se diversifier géographiquement et pallier à la limite des actions européennes dans leur PEA. Sachez qu’une action est considérée comme éligible au PEA à partir du moment où le siège de son entreprise est dans l’Europe des 27 ou de l’Islande, la Norvège et le Liechtenstein. Malins que vous êtes, vous savez tous que bon nombre de sociétés ont leur siège en Irlande ou au Luxembourg pour des raisons fiscales. Pour l’exemple le plus connu, Spotify peut faire partie de votre PEA. Aujourd’hui je souhaite vous donner mon analyse d’une entreprise peu connue mais éligible au PEA, j’ai nommé Signa Sports United (SSU).
Le 10 juin 2021, la société SSU signait un accord de regroupement d’entreprise avec Yucaipa Acquisition Companies (YAC). 6 mois plus tard et bien que son siège soit en Allemagne, la structure naissante de cet accord est introduite à Wall Street le 15 décembre 2021. Quelques détails sur ces deux sociétés:
SSU – C’est une société spécialisée dans la distribution de matériels de sport fondée en 2018. C’est une filiale du groupe Signa Holding, empire fondé en 2000 par le multimilliardaire autrichien René Benko. Cette holding dispose de filiales dans tous les domaines d’activités (immobilier, commerce, médias..). SSU détient plusieurs boîtes sur lesquels vous avez tous déjà commandé au moins une fois en magasin ou en ligne:
Probikeshop - Fahrrad.de - Bikester - Tennispoint - Tennispro - Tennis Express - Wiggle - Chain Reaction Cycles - Brügelmann - Addnature - Campz - Outfitter - Ballside - Stylefile - Internetstores - Midwest Sports.
YAC – Il s’agît d’une société de capital-risque fondée en 1986 par le multimilliardaire américain Ron Burkle. Pour information, c’est lui qui a racheté le Ranch Neverland de Michael Jackson pendant le Covid-19, il aurait dit au notaire “le confinement c’est pour les pauvres”. Il a plusieurs faits d’armes à son actif, mais concrètement il acquiert des entreprises en difficulté ou qui émergent dans des marchés de niches; puis avec quelques combines, des coupes budgétaires et un peu d’investissements, il en fait des plus-values. Il a acheté ou investi dans tous les domaines (franchises, librairies, compagnies aériennes..). Le bougre est même copain-copain avec l’ancien président des Etats-Unis Bill Clinton (qui avait lui-même avec sa femme des parts dans YAC).
Il a également fondé en 2010 avec Ashton Kutcher et Guy Oseary ainsi que le soutien des milliardaires David Geffen et Mark Cuban la société A-Grade Investments. Elle est également spécialisée dans le capital-risque mais uniquement pour les entreprises de la Tech. En effet, l’année 2010 marque le virage pris par Ron Burkle dans les affaires. Il s’attaque maintenant principalement aux sociétés de la Tech; son appétit se matérialisant par des prises de positions dans:
GroupMe (Microsoft) - Sommly (Yahoo) - Nest (Google) - Spotify - Uber - Airbnb - Shazam - Soundcloud – SmartThings.
Comme je vous le disais, ces deux sociétés ont signé un accord de regroupement d’entreprise le 10 juin 2021 avec en finalité une IPO prévue pour le 15 décembre 2021. La structure naissante de cette union a été valorisée à 3,2 Milliards $ et a obtenu énormément de financement, notamment juste après le SPAC où le PIPE à soulever près de 750 Millions $ pour une introduction prévue à un cours de 10,25$. Voici la répartition des parts pour les investissements initiaux:
- Familie Benko privatstiftung (fond familial de René Benko): 186 386 837 actions
- Bridgepoint Advisers (fond britannique): 24 449 937 actions
- DZ Privatbank (banque allemande): 23 449 533 actions
- SB Management (fond souverain émirien): 5 000 000 actions
- MIC Capital Management (fond britannique): 5 000 000 actions
- SoftBank Capital Partners (fond américain): 5 000 000 actions
- Public Investment Fund (fond souverain saoudien): 5 000 000 actions
- BlueCrest Capital Management (fond britannique): 1 599 999 actions
- Magnetar Financial (fond américain): 1 455 982 actions
- Davidson Kempner Capital Management (fond américain): 1 384 892 actions
Ces 10 actionnaires disposent de 76,91% des 387 577 387 actions de la société. Le reste correspond à du flottant (~100 000 000 actions). Ces investissements d’avant IPO se traduisent par des volumes conséquents que l’on retrouve sur ce graphique:
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SSU fait partie d’un marché à très fort potentiel et possède tous les ans depuis sa création d’une croissance à 2 chiffres. Elle ambitionne avec son introduction en bourse et son rapprochement d’acteurs de la Tech de devenir l’Amazon du sport. Elle souhaite développer une expérience utilisateur unique avec un profil complètement personnalisé et permettant à chaque sportif selon son niveau et sa pratique d’acquérir ses équipements. A moyen terme elle veut tirer profit de tous les nouveaux canaux digitaux pour développer son portefeuille de clients (qui s’établit à 7 millions d’utilisateurs aujourd’hui).
Actuellement, 70,00% des produits de tout le catalogue SSU n’est pas disponible sur Amazon. Ce chiffre monte à 89,00% pour les vélos. Il est à noter que SSU est actuellement le N°1 mondial du tennis et du vélo ainsi que le N°1 mondial des articles de sport en ligne. Le réchauffement climatique, les subventions à l’acquisition de vélos électriques et la promotion des modes de déplacements doux ont permis à cette branche d’exploser, notamment grâce aux achats en ligne. Tendance exacerbée par le Covid-19 et les confinements à répétition.
La société est déjà capable de générer 1 Milliard € de chiffre d’affaires annuel dans un marché où le top 3 cumulé (Decathlon, JD Sports et Dick’s Sporting Goods) ne représente que 7,00% du marché total. Les parts de marché disponibles sont énormes. La politique de SSU a d’ailleurs été celle de l’expansion, avec plusieurs acquisitions depuis 2018 pour grappiller des parts de marché. Elle cherche maintenant à réduire ses coûts tout en consolidant ses chiffres. L’objectif étant de garder une croissance stable tout en dégageant les premiers bénéfices dès la fin de l’exercice 2024.
Le board de la boîte est également solide, on a une équipe compétente avec des anciens étudiants d’Oxford, de Harvard Business School et des titulaires de MBA obtenus aux outre-Atlantique. L’équipe est aussi expérimentée puisque le PDG était directeur Europe de chez Ebay, le responsable stratégie du groupe vient lui aussi de chez Ebay et était l’ancien PDG de Brands4Friends, la DRH était chez Zalando et la responsable de la communication est déjà passée par BBC et CNBC).
Je ne vois que deux inconvénients potentiels à la croissance de SSU à moyen terme:
1) La récession engendrée par les derniers évènements majeurs (pandémie, guerre et hausse de l’énergie) pourrait entraîner une baisse de la consommation dans les pays développés. Mais il faut à nouveau prendre en compte le potentiel du marché du sport et la popularisation de certaines pratiques. Le déplacement à vélo et la pratique du footing ont connu un fort engouement depuis le Covid-19 pouvant annuler ces potentielles pertes.
2) La dépendance du numérique et des outils de référencement. Ce point est aussi à nuancer car les acteurs gravitant dans la sphère des actionnaires/dirigeants cités plus haut peuvent réellement apporter leur expertise dans le domaine de la Tech et du SEO.
Il faut également souligner la présence physique de près de 500 enseignes au sein de SSU. Il y a plusieurs Megastore un peu partout dans le monde.
En revanche, depuis son introduction en bourse à 10,25$, le titre dégringole et gravite actuellement autour des 3,00$, affichant -70,00%. D’après moi le titre est sous-valorisé et sa cotation est irrationnelle. Il représente une excellente opportunité de se faire des Golden Cojones, 100,00% défiscalisées grâce au PEA. En voici les raisons:
1) Le titre a dévissé depuis son IPO à cause du Covid-19 qui a invisibilisé certaines introductions en bourse de l’hiver 2021. La guerre qui s’est déclarée 2 mois plus tard massacrera les grandes places boursières et l’inflation limitera l’investissement des PP. Sans compter la hausse continue des taux directeurs qui empêche les places boursières de bien rebondir. Autrement dit, le titre a été introduit au pire moment. Il a simplement suivi la tendance générale sans émettre la moindre résistance. Une situation qui s’explique par une autre composante.
2) La deuxième composante de cette sous-valorisation est que le titre n’a aucune visibilité et n’est pas du tout liquide. On est sur un volume moyen de 30 000 titres, ce qui ne fait même pas 100 000,00$ d’échange par jour pour une société initialement évaluée à 3,2 Milliards $. Cette illiquidité est visible sur le graphique précédent.
3) J’ai aussi pu constater que quelques initiés peu scrupuleux d’outre-Atlantique (sûrement 2 ou 3, pas plus) profitent de cette illiquidité pour faire du Pump & Dump sur le titre, ce qui explique les variations brutales qu’il peut parfois subir (plusieurs journées oscillant entre 10,00% et 35,00%). Ils tirent profit de cette situation pour le moment mais celle-ci ne pourra pas perdurer une fois que le titre gagnera en visibilité, ce qui peut être une opportunité actuellement, notamment pour les adeptes de l’Intraday.
4) Tôt ou tard il y aura rétribution. On est pas sur une introduction lambda (Société de valeur > 1 Milliard $) et plusieurs acteurs majeurs ont participé à l’introduction. Ces grands fonds voudront un retour sur investissement lorsque la société atteindra une certaine vitesse de croisière; cela passera certainement par une redistribution (dividende) ou par un réinvestissement massif des bénéfices pour augmenter la valeur intrinsèque de SSU (plus-value). Ces fonds ne sont pas des associations caritatives.
Même si les redistributions n’interviennent pas immédiatement dans le rendement, c’est un paramètre à prendre en compte dans la valorisation d’une société. J’ai réalisé une projection dans ce sens afin d’y voir un peu plus clair. Je n’ai juste pas estimer la trésorerie et les dettes car l’horizon est trop important et donc incertain sur cet aspect. On sait que le rendement mondial moyen des dividendes depuis les débuts de la bourse est de 6,00%. Dans un scénario hypothétique et pessimiste de versement à 2,50% pour un cours de bourse à 13,69$ d’ici 10 ans (voir schéma), on percevrait un dividende de 0,34$. Sur le cours actuel cela nous procurerait du +11,40% de rendement via le dividende et une plus-value latente de +356,33%.
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5) Lors de l’introduction, des actions ont été octroyées à tous les employés de SSU qui disposaient de 6 mois d’ancienneté sur la base d’un mois de salaire brut (~2000 employés éligibles). Cela représente entre 500 000 à 750 000 titres. Ces titres sont actuellement bloqués sur des comptes dédiés pour les raisons d’illiquidité que j’ai évoqué auparavant et seront débloqués dès lors que les volumes quotidiens seront satisfaisants.
Le déblocage de ces titres peut générer de l’attrait pour celui-ci, certains vendront, d’autres accumuleront; quelques-uns attendront. Dans tous les cas, il est fort probable que le moment venu ces employés en parlent à leur entourage et dynamisent le cours. De plus il n’est pas impossible que SSU engage une politique d’actionnariat salarié comme on peut le lire sur leur site:
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6) Finalement, une autre information concrète soulignant la sous-valorisation de ce titre est pour moi la valeur totale de l’inventaire: 300 Millions € sur la base du coût d’achat HT d’avant inflation. Incorporez tout le reste (une trésorerie de 100 Millions €, des propriétés, véhicules, brevets, licences..) et on se rend compte qu’une valorisation US de 1 Milliard $ (donc 920 Millions €) c’est très loin de la valeur réelle de la boîte et de sa capacité à générer du chiffre.
Pour conclure, le titre SSU est une belle valeur pour se diversifier avec des actions US en “dur”. On peut aussi bien faire du DCA pour viser la grosse plus-value long-terme que faire de l’Intraday et profiter de sa faible liquidité. Les possibilités de gain sont considérables au regard de la volatilité du titre qui vit ses débuts à Wall Street. Pour les plus patients, les probables dividendes constituent un bonus non négligeable.
Son éligibilité au PEA est sans conteste un avantage majeur puisqu’il est soumis au frais plafonnés à 0,50%. Cela confère à un PEA équilibré un peu de diversité monétaire ($), géographique (US) mais également en capital-risque puisqu’il ne s’agît pas là du bon vieux titre du fond de portefeuille (Air Liquide ou Total), mais bel et bien d’une Start-up cotée à Wall Street.
Toutes les informations chiffrées fournies dans mon article proviennent des rapports publics de la société. N’hésitez pas à me dire ce que vous pensez de SSU ou à consulter l’évolution de ce titre. Rentrer progressivement afin de se constituer une ligne de fond de portefeuille long terme peut être intéressant. Les plus expérimentés peuvent y faire des allers-retours avec une fraction y étant spécifiquement allouée, le titre s’y prêtant bien. Les aficionados de l’Intraday veilleront aux volumes, paramètre encore délicat si vous voulez clôturer toutes vos positions convenablement en fin de journée.
Acronymes et abréviations:
ETF (Exchange Traded Fund): Fonds négocié en bourse répliquant un indice boursier.
PEA (Plan Epargne Action): Compte titre français défiscalisé plafonné à 150 000€ de versements.
IPO (Initial Public Offering): Opération d’introduction en bourse d’un titre.
SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Company): Société introduite en bourse dont les titres ne servent qu’à la fusion/acquisition d’une autre société, ici SSU.
PIPE (Private Investment Public Equity): Augmentation de capital réservé à des institutions et fonds d’investissements, contrairement à une APE ou une OPA.
SEO (Search Engine Optimization): Toutes les techniques visant à améliorer les moteurs de recherche.
PP (Petit Porteur): Particulier détenant quelques titres d’une société (<0,01% du capital).
Pump & Dump: Mécanisme de manipulation artificielle des cours afin d’en tirer parti.
Intraday: Technique d’investissement ayant pour objectif de réaliser des plus-values sur des mouvements intra-journaliers. Cette technique nécessite des fonds importants (>10 000€).
DCA (Dollar Cost Average): Achat périodique et programmé d’actions, indépendamment de leur cours.
Bibliographie:
https://investor.signa-sportsunited.com/
https://www.signa.at/en/company/
https://yucaipaco.com/
https://www.sec.gov/edgabrowse/?CIK=1869858&owner=exclude
https://www.prorealtime.com/f
Version PDF pour plus de visibilité:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sDj3BNY8p7HvuDG2c1zt1iB4-6DQ7\_Jview?usp=sharing
/!\ DISCLAIMER /!\
J’ai rédigé cet article uniquement à titre d’information et afin d’échanger sur le titre. Il ne peut pas être considéré comme un conseil en investissement. Investir comporte des risques de perte en capital. Parlez-en à votre banquier et informez-vous convenablement. Toujours confronter les sources.
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2023.06.08 18:12 redditduk SG Gigs 9-22 June 2023

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2023.06.08 17:29 NomadGuitar A Canadian company plans to build Copperwood Mine to extract minerals from directly beneath Porcupine Mountain State Park, the largest SP in Michigan and largest old-growth forest in the Midwest

A Canadian company plans to build Copperwood Mine to extract minerals from directly beneath Porcupine Mountain State Park, the largest SP in Michigan and largest old-growth forest in the Midwest
The 35,000 acres of old growth forest in the Porkies is predominantly eastern hemlock. Therefore, it is the finest ecosystem in the country to find the highly medicinal red reishi mushroom (in this region, ganoderma tsugae), which has been cherished in East Asian medicine as the "mushroom of immortality."
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Given that mushrooms are bio-accumulators of heavy metals, old-growth forest which has never been mined or used for agriculture is the absolute best source of clean mushrooms. Unfortunately, the purity of the ecosystem is now in jeopardy.
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Copperwood, if it is allowed to pass, will be a copper sulfide mine. Sulfide mining extracts metals from sulfur-bearing ore. Sulfides are a byproduct. When sulfides mix with water and air, they create sulfuric acid–– basically, battery acid. If this acid leaks into groundwater – which it always does – the result is called acid mine drainage. Such a process does not bode well for the health and purity of mushrooms, or of other foraged goods, nor game hunted, and especially not for the fish in the waterways.
The proposed site would extract minerals from directly beneath Park property. It is a stone's throw from the Presque Isle River where many go fishing. It is only a few miles from Lake Superior, which represents 10% of the world's surface fresh water. It is immediately adjacent to the largest old growth forest in the Midwest. The Presque Isle Scenic Area once held an Ojibwe village – French fur traders and Ojibwe natives used to meet on its beaches to conduct their business. Clearly, this is an area of enormous historic, ecological, and recreational value.
Only a few weeks ago, copper was denied status of "critical mineral" by the US Geological survey: https://www.eenews.net/articles/usgs-rejects-push-to-make-copper-a-critical-mineral/
Is it therefore worth risk to endanger both the health of the ecosystem and the health of humans all for the sake of a mineral which has been deemed not to be of urgent importance?
Read the most recent news report:https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/mining/copper-fever-on-the-keweenaw-6670430
"In laying out its strategy last week, the Longueuil, Que.company said it will decide by early 2024 whether to greenlight construction of its Copperwood Project, the first and smaller of its two deposits. Site prep work begins this summer."
Read about the project directly on the company website: https://www.highlandcopper.com/copperwood-project
Here is a critical view: www.ProtectThePorkies.com
For those who agree with the critical view and wish to help, the most important step is to sign and share the petition: www.change.org/ProtectThePorkies
If the project will not be greenlit until 2024, there is time to build resistance through public opinion. In the mean time, their "summer site prep" means clearcutting forest.
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2023.06.08 17:27 NomadGuitar A Canadian company plans to build Copperwood Mine to extract minerals from directly beneath Porcupine Mountain State Park, the largest SP in Michigan and largest old-growth forest in the Midwest

The 35,000 acres of old growth forest in the Porkies is predominantly eastern hemlock. Therefore, it is the finest ecosystem in the country to find the highly medicinal red reishi mushroom (in this region, ganoderma tsugae), which has been cherished in East Asian medicine as the "mushroom of immortality."
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https://preview.redd.it/xt111hx8bt4b1.jpg?width=1200&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=324bd86cc92b997e0428a2f8da5923ac66bd9718
Given that mushrooms are bio-accumulators of heavy metals, old-growth forest which has never been mined or used for agriculture is the absolute best source of clean mushrooms. Unfortunately, the purity of the ecosystem is now in jeopardy.
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Copperwood, if it is allowed to pass, will be a copper sulfide mine. Sulfide mining extracts metals from sulfur-bearing ore. Sulfides are a byproduct. When sulfides mix with water and air, they create sulfuric acid–– basically, battery acid. If this acid leaks into groundwater – which it always does – the result is called acid mine drainage. Such a process does not bode well for the health and purity of mushrooms, or of other foraged goods, nor game hunted, and especially not for the fish in the waterways.
The proposed site would extract minerals from directly beneath Park property. It is a stone's throw from the Presque Isle River where many go fishing. It is only a few miles from Lake Superior, which represents 10% of the world's surface fresh water. It is immediately adjacent to the largest old growth forest in the Midwest. The Presque Isle Scenic Area once held an Ojibwe village – French fur traders and Ojibwe natives used to meet on its beaches to conduct their business. Clearly, this is an area of enormous historic, ecological, and recreational value.
Only a few weeks ago, copper was denied status of "critical mineral" by the US Geological survey: https://www.eenews.net/articles/usgs-rejects-push-to-make-copper-a-critical-mineral/
Is it therefore worth risk to endanger both the health of the ecosystem and the health of humans all for the sake of a mineral which has been deemed not to be of urgent importance?
Read the most recent news report:https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/mining/copper-fever-on-the-keweenaw-6670430
"In laying out its strategy last week, the Longueuil, Que.company said it will decide by early 2024 whether to greenlight construction of its Copperwood Project, the first and smaller of its two deposits. Site prep work begins this summer."
Read about the project directly on the company website: https://www.highlandcopper.com/copperwood-project
Here is a critical view: www.ProtectThePorkies.com
For those who agree with the critical view and wish to help, the most important step is to sign and share the petition: www.change.org/ProtectThePorkies
If the project will not be greenlit until 2024, there is time to build resistance through public opinion. In the mean time, their "summer site prep" means clearcutting forest.
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2023.06.08 17:22 NomadGuitar A Canadian company plans to build Copperwood Mine to extract minerals from directly beneath Porcupine Mountain State Park, the largest SP in Michigan and largest old-growth forest in the Midwest

A Canadian company plans to build Copperwood Mine to extract minerals from directly beneath Porcupine Mountain State Park, the largest SP in Michigan and largest old-growth forest in the Midwest
The 35,000 acres of old growth forest in the Porkies is predominantly eastern hemlock. Therefore, it is the finest ecosystem in the country to find the highly medicinal red reishi mushroom (in this region, ganoderma tsugae), which has been cherished in East Asian medicine as the "mushroom of immortality."
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Given that mushrooms are bio-accumulators of heavy metals, old-growth forest which has never been mined or used for agriculture is the absolute best source of clean mushrooms. Unfortunately, the purity of the ecosystem is now in jeopardy.
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Copperwood, if it is allowed to pass, will be a copper sulfide mine. Sulfide mining extracts metals from sulfur-bearing ore. Sulfides are a byproduct. When sulfides mix with water and air, they create sulfuric acid–– basically, battery acid. If this acid leaks into groundwater – which it always does – the result is called acid mine drainage. Such a process does not bode well for the health and purity of mushrooms, or of other foraged goods, nor game hunted, and especially not for the fish in the waterways.
The proposed site would extract minerals from directly beneath Park property. It is a stone's throw from the Presque Isle River where many go fishing. It is only a few miles from Lake Superior, which represents 10% of the world's surface fresh water. It is immediately adjacent to the largest old growth forest in the Midwest. The Presque Isle Scenic Area once held an Ojibwe village – French fur traders and Ojibwe natives used to meet on its beaches to conduct their business. Clearly, this is an area of enormous historic, ecological, and recreational value.
Only a few weeks ago, copper was denied status of "critical mineral" by the US Geological survey: https://www.eenews.net/articles/usgs-rejects-push-to-make-copper-a-critical-mineral/
Is it therefore worth risk to endanger both the health of the ecosystem and the health of humans all for the sake of a mineral which has been deemed not to be of urgent importance?
Read the most recent news report:https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/mining/copper-fever-on-the-keweenaw-6670430
"In laying out its strategy last week, the Longueuil, Que.company said it will decide by early 2024 whether to greenlight construction of its Copperwood Project, the first and smaller of its two deposits. Site prep work begins this summer."
Read about the project directly on the company website: https://www.highlandcopper.com/copperwood-project
Here is a critical view: www.ProtectThePorkies.com
For those who agree with the critical view and wish to help, the most important step is to sign and share the petition: www.change.org/ProtectThePorkies
If the project will not be greenlit until 2024, there is time to build resistance through public opinion. In the mean time, their "summer site prep" means clearcutting forest.
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2023.06.08 17:10 NomadGuitar A Canadian company plans to build Copperwood Mine to extract minerals from directly beneath Porcupine Mountain State Park, the largest SP in Michigan and largest old-growth forest in the Midwest

A Canadian company plans to build Copperwood Mine to extract minerals from directly beneath Porcupine Mountain State Park, the largest SP in Michigan and largest old-growth forest in the Midwest
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Map showing the location of the Copperwood mine, with satellite deposits beneath the historic Presque Isle Scenic area
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It would be a copper sulfide mine. Sulfide mining extracts metals from sulfur-bearing ore. Sulfides are a byproduct. When sulfides mix with water and air, they create sulfuric acid–– basically, battery acid. If this acid leaks into groundwater – which it always does – the result is called acid mine drainage.
The proposed site would extract minerals from directly beneath Park property. It is a stone's throw from the Presque Isle River where many go fishing. It is only a few miles from Lake Superior, which represents 10% of the world's surface fresh water. It is immediately adjacent to the largest old growth forest in the Midwest. The Presque Isle Scenic Area once held an Ojibwe village – French fur traders and Ojibwe natives used to meet on its beaches to conduct their business. Clearly, this is an area of enormous historic, ecological, and recreational value.
Only a few weeks ago, copper was denied status of "critical mineral" by the US Geological survey: https://www.eenews.net/articles/usgs-rejects-push-to-make-copper-a-critical-mineral/
Is it therefore worth risk to endanger both the health of the ecosystem and the health of humans all for the sake of a mineral which has been deemed not to be of urgent importance?
Read the most recent news report:https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/mining/copper-fever-on-the-keweenaw-6670430
"In laying out its strategy last week, the Longueuil, Que.company said it will decide by early 2024 whether to greenlight construction of its Copperwood Project, the first and smaller of its two deposits. Site prep work begins this summer."
Read about the project directly on the company website: https://www.highlandcopper.com/copperwood-project
Here is a critical view:www.ProtectThePorkies.com
For those who agree with the critical view and wish to help, the most important step is to sign and share the petition: www.change.org/ProtectThePorkies
If the project will not be greenlit until 2024, there is time to build resistance through public opinion. Meanwhile, their "summer site prep" means clearcutting forest.
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2023.06.08 12:56 Metrochem_Industry VITAL ROLE OF ZEOLITE 4A IN DETERGENT INDUSTRY:

VITAL ROLE OF ZEOLITE 4A IN DETERGENT INDUSTRY:
What is Zeolite 4A? What is the role of Zeolite 4A in the detergent industry? Zeolite 4A is the most effective ingredient in detergent products as it offers several key benefits to the detergent industry.
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ZEOLITE 4A: AN OVERVIEW:

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Zeolite 4A is a hydrated silicate of aluminum and either sodium or calcium-or both. Zeolite in its natural or artificial form has an extensive application as a water softening agent, as a detergent builder, or as a crackling catalyst. Zeolite is a member of a group of hydrated aluminosilicate minerals. They appear in nature; however, they’re also manufactured for their ion-exchange and selective absorption properties. Due to the open crystal structure, zeolites can be used as molecular sieves. Recently, such use of synthetic zeolites has become significant in the separation of organic compounds or as catalysts in petroleum refining.
Zeolite 4A has various range of applications such as in soap and detergent industry, laundry industry, for water treatment process, or in beauty in personal care products. The primary usage of Zeolite 4A is as a filler n detergent industry.
Metro Chem Industry is the leading manufacturer and supplier of Zeolite 4A, which is the most suitable ingredient in the detergent industry.
FEATURES OF ZEOLITE 4A:
· Zeolite 4A is phosphate free, and environment friendly to surface water.
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INTRODUCTION TO DETERGENT INDUSTRY:

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Detergents are sodium salts of long-chain benzene sulfonic acids or alkyl sulfates. Most detergents are alkyl benzene sulfonates. Detergents are commonly used in households in every corner of the world. Mostly, detergents have two common formulations, dishwashing, and laundry detergents. Detergents are used as fuel additives and biological reagents. According to the reports, it has been noticed that the detergent industry is expanding gradually and is growing at an increasing rate. There is an increasing demand for sustainable cleaning products and laundry detergents in the developing countries.
The detergent market is moderately consolidated, as the major players are accounting almost 40-45% of the total market share. The global detergent market size was valued at USD 120.7 billion in the year 2021 which is expected to grow by USD 176.3 billion by the year 2031, and the CAGR is estimated to expand at 4.3% from the year 2022-2031.

ZEOLITE 4A: AN INGREDIENT IN DETERGENT INDUSTRY:

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Zeolite 4A is a sodium aluminosilicate which has a unique structure and high cation exchange capacity. It possesses the capacity to absorb and exchange ions with surrounding substances, which makes it an essential ingredient in the detergent industry. Zeolite 4A is used to soften the hard water, improve the effectiveness of the cleaning agents, and enhance the overall quality of the laundry detergents.
Zeolite 4A, is a natural alternative that has been an effective solution for the replacement of STPP in the detergent industry. In fact, the use of Zeolite in the detergent industry can provide innumerable benefits including cost savings and environmental protection.
KEY ROLE OF ZEOLITE 4A IN THE DETERGENT INDUSTRY:
· Zeolite 4A is a naturally occurring mineral which is free from harmful chemicals and fragrances, hence using zeolite 4a in the detergent industry helps in reducing chemical exposure for both consumers and workers in the factory.
· Traditional detergent products contain STPP that contributes to eutrophication, which is harmful for aquatic ecosystems, but our Zeolite 4A does not contribute to eutrophication and hence, is a sustainable option for detergent industry, hence by utilizing zeolite 4a, manufacturers can also contribute to environmental protection.
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2023.06.08 12:16 TheGeekyZoologist Jurassic World: The Hegemony of Biosyn (JWD rewrite) - Act IV (1/2)

Acts I to III are available in my previous posts. This act is the longest of all and thus, I've been forced to divide it into two posts. Make sure you're comfortable. Enjoy your read!
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Act IV: The Clouds Burst (1/2)

Maisie's evasion
While Ramsay is secretly covering them in the control room, Wu and Theo enters Katia Lesser's lab and with Rod Drummond's unexpected help (he's tired of working for Biosyn and intend to get out of the valley), they neutralize the scientist and frees Maisie from her cell. They then cross the other secret labs within Biosyn's Citadel and we several interesting elements:
- Dissected animals are seen in one of the labs while others are suffering medical experiments.
- In one of the sections, there are ten rooms. Nine of them are empty and in the tenth one, there are nothing but locusts, which surprise Theo. However, Drummond points out they don't exactly look like ordinary locusts (they're only slightly bigger than modern locusts. They could even be portrayed by real locusts (a bit enlarged by visual tricks) if this was a film) and noticing Wu's guilty look, the two men and Maisie realize he had a role in their creation). But he doesn't have the time to give explanations about those locusts.
- Another room has a window which overlooks a large dark bunker-like hall. In its darkness, they glimpse the shape of a large theropod with raised dorsal spines and crocodile-like scutes but when he sees the creature a bit more clearly, Drummond says something like "Those idiots made their cheap Godzilla knockoff!", recognizing the creature from the short film he mentioned to Wu in the Drinking Confession scene. He calls the mysterious theropod an "Ugly bastard" and a perversion of real dinosaurs.
After the labs, they head for the metro station just as planned but due to his lame leg (in TRQ, it was pierced by one of the Indoraptor's claws), Wu can't go with them and decides to stay in order to win some time for them. He and Maisie have a last look/exchange, with the teenager finally showing Wu some genuine respect and gratitude. Wu gives Theo a flash drive, urging him to send its content to Guillaume Vuillier of the WDMC as it contains the evidences of a scourge Biosyn intend to release soon. They separate, with Wu going in the opposite direction.
While the guards are chasing Wu, Maisie, Theo and Rod enter the metro and picks one of the stations on the eastern side of Auronzo (actually one of the observation towers). The metro leave the Citadel, following the valley loop. However, the metro system was badly designed and it can only follow the loop in a clockwise direction, forcing them to make a considerable detour and waste precious minutes.
Wu is soon caught and Dodgson's arrival in the control room prevents Ramsay from further helping the fugitives. Seeing one of the metro heading east, Dodgson has it stopped halfway of its journey and orders the guards to go inside the tunnels and bring back Maisie. Aware that Wu betrayed him, Dodgson takes a tablet and activates a certain Prometheus protocol.
Underground, Maisie, Theo and Drummond are forced to leave the metro and they try to find an exit before the guards can catch them. They find a door on the side and breaking it, they enter another smaller tunnel. However, the ground is slippery and they fall, descending further down into the darkness.
When the guards sent in the tunnels tell Dodgson that they lost Maisie, the CEO has a fit of anger.
The old amber mines
After their fall, Maisie, Theo and Drummond discover that they're in the old amber mines, which Biosyn exploited until their depletion, and search for an exit. Drummond also mentions that the valley's underground is like a cheese and that he wouldn't be surprised if some tunnels lead outside of the valley, which would explain all the incidents which occurred in the past year. During their crossing of the mines, they find several human skeletons or remains. It's implied that it's all the undesirable people who trespassed into the valley (governments' and rival companies' spies, anti-Biosyn activists...).
Should the giant temnospondyl be scrapped from the frozen lake sequence, it's probably going to be included here, as there are underground rivers and reservoirs by the mines.
Aviano Air Base
At Aviano Air Base, at the very gates of the Alps, Jessica Bigelow boards a US air force helicopter which takes her to Auronzo.
Prometheus Protocol
Wu is brought to Dodgson, which shows him a screen. Wu is aghast as it's a Twitter feed with the following hashtag #MadScientistWu, which is trending. Dodgson then explains that he had a file containing evidences of Wu's ethical misbehaviour (his work on the Indominus and Indoraptor, and especially the use of human DNA in their making ..) be made and ready to be sent to the media at once should he betray him. His reputation being destroyed for good, Wu breaks down and Dodgson orders the guards to bring him to Dr Lesser's lab and put him in Maisie's cell. Several characters (Ramsay, Pellegrino, Chapman, Everett...) watch Wu being led away by the guards.
With Mia Everett being nearby, Dodgson declares that Biosyn shouldn't have accepted a single InGen employees within its ranks has they have been nothing but traitors and burdens, before announcing to Mia he finally decided to pull the plug on her research program, as her rival and his team have much more promising results and shall be soon covered in glory.
Raiding and Betrayal
While the afternoon reaches its end, Owen, Dougal and Kayla end up near one of the Sanctuary's seven observation towers. There's no one inside and Kayla suggest entering it to raid some of the supplies it contains. She also tells her two companions that there is a metro station beneath each of the towers, stations connected to the Citadel by the tunnels. Thinking they could infiltrate the Citadel by those tunnels, Dougal agrees with her plan and the trio enters the tower and steal the needed supplies but a drone has spotted them. Just as they are about to follow the tunnels, they notice flashlights, those of incoming Biosyn guards. They climb back to the top of the tower but a security vehicle parks in front of the building and other guards step out of it. Surrounded, the trio prepare for a siege inside the tower but just as the guards are about to enter, Kayla points her weapon on Dougal's head and tells Owen to drop his or his colleague dies.
From the nearby forest, Claire witnesses the capture of her two colleagues and watches the Biosyn Security vehicle taking Kayla and the prisoners to the Citadel while the sound of helicopters approaching can be heard.
The board arrives
The helicopter(s) transporting Biosyn's board of directors lands on the Citadel's helipad and its passengers (which include Nathan Quinn and Zoe Murdoch) are welcomed by Dodgson and Ramsay.
Obstinacy
At the same time, Jessica Bigelow is brought to the Citadel and asks to see Dodgson but Murdoch stands in her way, claiming he's very busy. The CIA agent insists and Dodgson finally listens to what she has to say. But he wants to carry on with his event whatever happens, but reassure her as for Biosyn's most important research: They're already on a hard-drive in his office.
The cells
We cut to Owen and Dougal as they are locked up in a cell in the Security HQ. Kayla is standing outside, next to Pellegrino who's interrogating the two men about their mission and Claire's whereabouts. The smuggler reveals to the two WDMC agents that powerful friends suggested to her to let herself be arrested by the Italians as they expected they'll use her as a Trojan horse. She adds that there's nothing personal, she's just thinking about herself. While Pellegrino carries on with her questions, Kayla leaves the Security HQ and meets Bigelow by its exit (telling the audience that Kayla's powerful friends are the CIA). She asks her about their next moves and the CIA agent answers that the two of them will leave the valley with Dodgson and his escort. Back in the cell, Owen and Dougal hope Claire will succeed.
Unleashed dragon
As she's nearing the Citadel, Claire is spotted by a patrol of mercenaries or a drone. They chase after her and in her flight, she ends up in an enclosed part of the Sanctuary with several paddocks and cages. Several of them contain animals and it's implied that it's where Biosyn keeps those it just acquired or bred before releasing them in the valley. One of the cages contains a tyrannosaur and just as the mercenaries are about to catch her, Claire releases the predator and the mercenaries panic, triggering the rex's attack. It kills them before turning towards Claire, who's crouched and not making a single move. The rex sniffs her lengthily and Claire notices it's the animal she saw the day before, which left the droppings she used to mask her scent... The rex leaves Claire alone and disappears in the woods, heading north while Claire heads in the opposite direction. On the way, she sees a mysterious large theropod (she and the audience have visual obstacles which prevents them from clearly seeing it but we know it's the one from the bunker under the Citadel) being transported towards the western part of the valley.
In the besiegers' camp
While the sun is setting, a meeting is held in one of the besiegers camp's tents. Among the attendees are Vuillier, Nyamu, Viscontini, the leader of the Carabinieri Colonel Orlando Pasolini, and those of the Italian and Austrian Special Forces (and Pazzi through videoconference as he's still in Rome). They're talking about Biosyn's defenses and forces, the species which might be encountered in the Sanctuary, eventual negotiation strategies, the WDMC agents' mission, the grey guards who are in the valley and currently heading to the Citadel... Argument breaks out as some (like Pazzi) advocates for an immediate offensive, to surprise Dodgson and prevent him from fleeing or preparing some nasty surprise, while others want to wait until dawn, to let time for the grey guards and the eventual surviving WDMC agents to accomplish their mission in addition of avoiding sending men in a valley full of deadly animals in the dark of the night. Pazzi is for an immediate offensive and gives his blessing to colonel Pasolini.
Worried about the fate of his agents, Vuillier contacts the grey guards, which are already heading to the Citadel, following a path in the uplands.
The US spies
From a nearby wood, some people are seen spying the camp and northern entrance of Biosyn's lands. We cut to a meeting room inside the CIA's headquarters at Langley where Gibbon and his colleagues just received news that an offensive is about to start at Auronzo. Some ask the head of the DSD news about his agent inside Biosyn's Citadel.
Open the gates
Bigelow, with Ramsay's help, is trying to persuade Dodgson to cancel the event, take the hard-drive with the key research, and secretly evacuate Auronzo before ordering the control room to open the gates and let the Italian authorities in. While those would be searching through the Citadel, they would leave the area by the mountains before heading to a secret safehouse. Dodgson complains that the only help the US government sends is her but she mockingly retorts that the US won't risk a war with Italy and Austria just because of him and that had he been more careful, all that mess wouldn't have happened.
Watching footage of the besiegers' camp, Dodgson finally orders the opening of the northern gate. He and Ramsay then go to the auditorium, where Biosyn's board and other important figures are waiting for the CEO.
The convoy
Believing Dodgson finally surrendered, Colonel Pasolini and most of his Carabinieri enter Biosyn's lands while the Italian and Austrian Special Forces remain in the camp. After passing by the mercenaries (who were ordered by Dodgson to stand down) and the airstrip, the convoy enters a narrow pass through the mountains, the same one through which the hunters were brought to the Sanctuary.
Chips
In the Citadel's auditorium, Dodgson begins his presentation with a speech about how dinosaurs and other de-extinct animals were used since InGen first cloned them. At the same time, all the non-essential employees are gathered in the cafeteria and locked there by the mercenaries on his orders while others are deployed in some of the Citadel's most strategic locations (the control room, the labs' entrance...)
Meanwhile, the Carabinieri convoy has entered the Sanctuary and following the main road to the Citadel, they pass by the lake seen in A bed in the trees scene and several animals, including predators, which do nothing but watch the convoy. Drones are seen flying above the Italian vehicles. However, just as the Citadel is visible in the distance, the convoy stops when the first vehicle notices that a fallen tree is lying across the road. While it's quite large, said tree is still light enough to be moved by a group of people and with a lot of effort. Colonel Pasolini orders for a certain number of his men to get out and move the tree out of their way but while they start accomplishing their task, the Carabinieri feels the ground trembling beneath their feet and they and those still in the vehicles see ripples in the water puddles along the road. A racket starts to be heard in the woods on both sides of the road and in the distance, trees can be heard being jostled or even falling. Aware that large dinosaurs must be nearby, Pasolini orders his men to get back inside the vehicles and to the last in the convoy to return to the last crossroads and search another way to the Citadel. But just as said vehicle turns around, a tree falls across the road, larger than the one ahead of the convoy. The latter is now stuck between the two fallen trees and when they see human silhouettes running away from the one behind the convoy, the Carabinieri realize that they've fallen into an ambush (hearing the Carabinieri's communications on the radio, Vuillier and Viscontini wonder what treachery Dodgson has planned). Meanwhile, the drones have returned over the convoy and the racket in the woods gets closer and closer and the people in the convoy glimpse three large necks rising from the forest: argentinosaurs, charging argentinosaurs. Frightened at such a sight, the Carabineri are struck with fear and just as the sauropods are about to burst out of the forest at any second, a dreadful booming sound (similar to that of the orcs horns in Battle of the Five Armies; or the reapers' sound from the Mass Effect series) comes from speakers on some nearby elevation and in response, the sauropods let out a deafening bellow heard across much of the Sanctuary. Before they can take action, the Carabinieri are attacked by the argentinosaurs and their suite of small predators.
In the control room, Pellegrino witnesses the attack through some drone visuals and is wondering how it happened. She orders the technicians to send a signal in the sauropods' brain chips (during the Inspection scene at the beginning of the story, Pellegrino explain to the group that the Sanctuary animals are chipped) in order to make them stop but when they try to send the signal, the get an error notification, and one of the technicians say that either the chips fried and are driving the animals mad, or they were hacked. Pellegrino then asks to deactivate the aerial defense system to let the besiegers fly their helicopters into the valley but she's told that some program recently inserted prevent them from doing that for the entire duration of the prenstation. Powerless, the head of security watches the argentinosaurs crushing vehicles and men under their feet, and their suites of small predators harassing them. She's even more surprised when a few Ankylosaurus (first glimpsed in the news montage when the report talks about "tailored dinosaurs". Compared to those from the fossil record and those made by InGen, those Ankylosaurus are bigger and more high-legged, giving them enhanced mobility. Design-wise, it's basically the one from the actual JW films, albeit perhaps more intimidating) join the fray. Having suspicions, she head for the auditorium.
After learning that Pasolini and his Carabinieri fell into an ambush, an offensive is launched against the walls of Biosyn lands. Vuillier and Viscontini watch the Italian and Austrian Special Forces engaging the mercenaries defending the walls by the airstrip. They hope they'll soon make a breach so they can reach the convoy before it's too late (they know they can't send helicopters due the pterosaurs acting as the Citadel's aerial defense).
In the valley, one of the Carabinieri notice that the animal isn't acting on its own will (it's seen blocking its movements for a short moment, like someone resisting to a possession) and even seems in pain.
We cut to the auditorium and his observation is confirmed, with Dodgson explaining to the board of directors that thanks to chips (originally designed by Mantah Corp but Dodgson being Dodgson, he doesn't mention that and instead give the credit to the team rival of Mia's), they can control the animals like puppets. He precise that while the chips work well on some animals, trials have failed with others (like the raptors). On the auditorium's giant screen, various diagrams and footage of trials are seen.
We then follow another POV, that of technicians inside a command centre-like room. The technicians are sitting in front of monitors and each of them is seen typing on keyboards, giving instructions to the argentinosaurs' and ankylosaurs' chips (on the monitors, the audience can notice that they give names to each of the animals. For example, the three Argentinosaurus are named Brontes, Steropes, and Arges; after three of the cyclops from Greek Mythology). Through their drones or even micro cameras attached to the dinosaurs, they see the Carabinieri fleeing northwards while some of the Italians retaliate to the attack by shooting on the dinosaurs. But their weapons are ineffective against the argentinosaurs' hide and the ankylosaurs' armours. On the order of a mercenary officer, the technicians send a second wave of animals.
The speakers make once again their awful booming sound, exacerbating the animals' aggressiveness, and the second wave emerges from the forest. Before the scene cuts, we see it's made of, among other things, a Gigantoraptor (named Jabberwocky on its controlling technician's monitor), a couple of Quetzalcoatlus, probably some medium-large theropods like Allosaurus or Carnotaurus, a Biosyn Triceratops, and maybe even some Hyaenodon/sabre-toothed felid (depends on which will appear in the fighting pit in Malta) and Gigantopithecus recently imported to Auronzo. Many of those new attackers wear armor pieces comparable to those of police and military dogs or horses.
In the auditorium, the giant screen ends up showing the battle occurring in the valley. Dodgson's audience gasps when they see the drones' footage. One of the board members ask: "It's from a video game? Right?"
NOTE: I fear that there might be too many animals and different species involved in the battle. The mandatory ones are the following: Argentinosaurus (maybe have more than three individuals? The Brontes-Steropes-Arges trio could be seen charging abreast, evoking from afar a single three-headed gigantic beast) and their suite, Triceratops (which will illustrate itself soon and show how it's different from InGen's trikes), Gigantoraptor (in order to have a faster and more agile creature in the lot), and another player foreshadowed in earlier scenes (you'll know which when we'll return to the battle).
Sneaking into the Citadel
While battle just broke out further west, a Biosyn guard posted by a large gate carved at the base of the mountain near the Citadel spots a hooded silhouette under the trees: Claire. She retreats into the darkness and as a huge reward has been promised to anyone who would capture Vuillier's she-wolf, he runs after her. However, just like the colleagues she killed the day before, she lures him into an ambush and neutralizes him. She then steals his uniform and badge, and use the latter to open the gate, entering in an underground corridor, large enough to allow the transportation of large animals like the mysterious big theropod she glimpsed earlier. She follows it towards the Citadel.
Unbeknownst to her, the grey guards have also started their infiltration in the Citadel, by walking down the slopes behind the central tower. After neutralizing the few Biosyn guards positioned there, they enter the garden around the tower. In the latter's shadow, they split up in four groups, each heading into different parts of the Citadel:
- Cesare, Olivares and another are tasked with entering the labs.
- Perez, Al-Damiri and a third team member must take over the control room at the top of the tower.
- Chapuy and two others are tasked with searching the archives under the tower and preventing anyone from destroying the documents.
- Massoud, Kapakas and Papadopoulos must find the cells and free the WDMC agents if they're there.
The Battle of Auronzo
Following the road, the retreating Carabinieri reach the Valley's main river and the bridge the convoy crossed on the way just a few minutes ago. However, a controlled animal charging from the other side of the river prevents the first Carabinieri from taking it and they are forced to cross the cold waters of the river itself (it's thigh-deep at best) while the controlled animals are right on their heels. Several Carabinieri get killed during the crossing while some of their colleagues are cut off from them and must escape into the woods on the southern side of the river. Luckily, the controlling technicians didn't notice them. Once Pasolini and his remaining men are all on the other side of the river with the few vehicles they could have gotten out of the ambush site, the controlling technicians have their animals stopped just at the edge. A last animal codenamed Quasimodo arrive on the battlefield, a large Biosyn-made predator which visually, looks like a perversion of the real animal which makes up its base genome: It's the monstrous theropod from the bunker, an Acrocanthosaurus whose DNA was spliced with that of other animals, including crocodile (due to the croc fetish of some Biosyn executives) in order to be bigger and more "Monstrous and cooler-looking" than InGen's Acrocanthosaurus (yes, it's just JWD's Giganotosaurus with a different name). The apex predator makes his way through the other animals, which are seen looking at him with fright (in case of the smaller species) or irritation (in case of the Argentinosaurus and the other megaherbivores) but still controlled, they can't run away or fight it. As they're not controlled by the chips, the members of the Argentinosaurus' suite are showing aggression and one of them dares to attack him, but Quasimodo just grabs it in the air and eats it, discouraging the others from attacking as long as the sauropods won't. Quasimodo then stops in front of the bridge and looks at the Carabinieri on the other side. Confronted to this surreal sight, Pasolini don't know if they shall continue their retreat northwards or wait and hope for reinforcements' arrival.
While the animals are eerily standing still by the river, Dodgson exposes an idea to the board: They will bred new animals which aren't in their official catalogue, secretly release them in various parts of the globe, create "controlled" incidents and then get contracted by governments to capture the animals (capture which will be very easy with the chips, barely an inconvenience...) and send them to Auronzo. Biosyn will be both the disease and the cure, getting profits from this endless cycle of incidents and capture and obtaining absolute control on genetic power while their remaining competitors will die one by one. Basically, they'll soon become the equivalent in the Bio-engineering world of the British East India Company, something InGen aspired to be before crumbling. The CEO adds that his friends within the US government are already very interested by this technology.
Hidden in a technical room right behind the auditorium's stage, Pellegrino heard Dodgson bragging about controlling the animals. Realizing that he's so mad that he is slaughtering her fellow countrymen just to sell a technology, she takes a potentially fatal decision.
Back at the camp near the airstrip, Viscontini tells Vuillier that someone within the Italian government must have warned Dodgson, explaining how he got the time to do his nasty preparations. As the Special Forces just defeated the mercenaries guarding the northern entrance of Biosyn's lands and took the airstrip, Vuillier and Nyamu join them, asking for a weapon and climbing into one of their vehicles, refusing to stay safely in the camp while their friends and colleagues are in danger of death within the valley.
The speakers let out a third blast and hearing it, the few Carabinieri south of the river turn towards its origin. They see the speaker and an movable antenna on a nearby ridge and are aware that it must have something to do with the animals' unnatural behaviour. They rush towards it, hoping to save their comrades.
Irritated by the third blast, the controlled animals stamp and growl/bellow for a moment, before their controlling technicians orders them to move forward, as they were ordered to crush the Carabinieri before the arrival of their allies. While the other animals cross the river, Quasimodo the monstrous Acrocanthosaurus takes the bridge, accelerating his pace little by little before roaring and dashing on the Carabinieri. Aware that they'll be all slaughtered within a few minutes if they just stand there, Pasolini ordered to his men a few moments before to scatter in every direction and flee as long as possible in order to win time while the remaining vehicles will be either used to carry a maximum amount of men to the nearest shelter (could be the Hunting Lodge) before coming back and picking up those they can. Pasolini volunteers to stay on foot.
While flying between the speakers and the river, one of the drones spot the Carabinieri left south of the river. Noticing those troublemakers, the controlling technicians recall two of the animals from the battlefield (probably one of the Argentinosaurus and the Gigantoraptor).
On the other side of the river, the rest of the controlled animals have started attacking Pasolini and his men. The argentinosaurs charge through the forest and crush the Carabinieri like ants while their predatory auxiliaries harass them; the trike basically acts like a giant version of the boar from Australian horror film Razorback, charging, goring with its horns, and cutting off limbs with its sharp beak; Quasimodo devour several of the Italians... Colonel Pasolini ends up killed by one of the creatures and his death ruins the morale of his men who are about to rout.
Meanwhile, reactions among Dodgson's audience are varied:While some are captivated, others are not sure what to think about using the Carabinieri as guinea pigs, and one or two are disgusted. Nathan Quinn has a neutral attitude (he's interested by the technology but even if he strongly disapproves the actual demonstration and the bloodbath, he doesn't show it) while Ramsay avoid looking at the screen.
Hearing one of the Argentinosaurus bulldozing its way through the forest behind them just as they are about to reach the speakers and the antenna, the other Carabinieri start to run but during their race, they are surprised by the Gigantoraptor when it kills one of the Carabinieri, acting a bit like an oversized terror bird. They are forced to climb into a tree near a cliff's edge in order to escape it, with even another of the Carabinieri sacrificing himself to let the others climb high reach its targets, the Gigantoraptor tries to climb on the tree but to no avail, as it's too big. However, the tree bends and ends up uprooted under its assaults. Our characters are now hanging on an horizontal tree which will probably soon fall if the theropod keeps kicking it under its controller's command. They can't escape by one end as the Gigantoraptor is waiting for them and to make matters worse, the Argentinosaurus appears below the cliff and it can raise its head almost high enough to grab our characters. They can't escape.
Sneaky as a viper
After passing by the entrance of the large bunker where the monstrous Acrocanthosaurus was contained, Claire decides to pass by the vents after hearing some guards.
The Goblins of Nublar
During their journey through the amber mines, Maisie, Theo and Drummond stumble upon a lone Pectinodon. Remembering what he said earlier about the network of tunnels and its potential exits leading out of the valley, Drummond realize that the Pectinodons, and not the raptors, were involved in several of the external incidents (including the one from the Prologue). As he had to capture some of those creatures in a post-apocalyptic Nublar for Mills and Wu while he was part of Wheatley's mercenary company, Theo warns his companions about the danger of those animals. Maisie remembers having seen babies of those animals in the manor's basement along all the others Mills sold in his secret auction. The lone Pectinodon let out a series of calls and soon, an entire pack threatens our protagonists.
Ensue a scene where they have to repel them (Drummond tries to use the portable horn he has in his bag in order to scare the pectinodons but they're not impressed) and flee. However, Theo is bitten during that scene and his two companions notice this during a brief moment of respite. Maisie hopes they could perhaps find some cure but Theo answers that while one exists, they won't reach it in time. He adds that the venom will drive him mad (as seen in JPTG and mentioned in TRQ) and turn him into a danger for them. While his mind is still clear, he give Wu's flash drive to Maisie, has farewell words with her, asks Drummond to take care of her, and then runs back to where they came from, intending to win some time for them. While Maisie and Rod flee, Theo stands in the tunnel, preventing the pectinodons from going any further. He battles them to the death, taking several to the grave with him. An alternative could be him attracting a maximum of pectinodons in a room where he either provokes a crumbling, either a flooding, something that kills Theo and his attackers.
Finding a ladder, Maisie and Drummond follows it and climb out of the mines, narrowly escaping the pectinodons. They are back to the surface, somewhere in the northern part of the valley, not far from the dam. The palaeontologist then takes the traumatized teenager to the nearest tower, where they rest and resupply for a time.
Turning the Tide
Just as hope seems lost for the Carabinieri in the western part of the valley, a group of Shantungosaurus steps out from the forest and when the speakers on the trailer let out another blast to infuriate the controlled Gigantoraptor and Argentinosaurus nearby, the hadrosaurs, pissed by the sound made, attack the speakers and in the process, destroy also the antenna which sends the signals to the controlled animals' chips.
Freed of the mercenaries' control, the animals stop for a moment and most being scared by the gunshots or having no interest in killing the humans in front of them, just leave. However some like the Triceratops or Quasimodo carry on with their attacks due to their natural instincts but when the Special Forces finally arrive from the north, they hesitate and after being intimidated by the newcomers, they retreat and disappear in the forest' darkness. The surviving Carabinieri start to rally to their allies.
Witnessing the shift in the situation, Dodgson is frustrated and leaves the auditorium, tasking Ramsay with trying to reassure the board. He calls Bigelow, telling her to meet him at his office. On the way, the CEO is cornered by Pellegrino and some of her men, mostly Italians, who point their pistols on him. The head of security tells Dodgson he's under arrest and orders him to cease this madness and surrender to the authorities. However, the putschists are surrounded in their turn by Dodgson's bodyguards and some mercenaries, and all except Pellegrino are gunned down. While she is neutralized and taken to the cells, Dodgson hurries to the Citadel's central tower. By the entrance of his office, Bigelow and Kayla are waiting for him. They enter his office and Dodgson starts cleaning his computer and putting his most precious belongings in a bag, including the hard-drive with Biosyn's most important research. The CEO also orders some men to destroy the archives.
At the top of the tower, Isabella Perez, Sherif Al-Damiri and their companion reach the control room and while they're securing it, Vincent Chapuy and his two comrades have to fight the men sent by Dodgson to the archives. Perez orders the technicians to deactivate the aerial defense system and the pterosaurs are seen moving away, letting the Special Forces (accompanied by Viscontini) fly to the battlefield. A couple of their helicopters go directly to the Citadel, engaging the mercenaries defending it.
While the dead or wounded Carabinieri are taken off the valley before the scavengers show up, the others regroup and with the Special Forces' ground forces, march to the Citadel where they intend to soon end the battle. Vuillier contacts Cesare, asking him about his progress. Cesare and his two companions haven't yet entered the labs, as Dodgson deployed seasoned mercenaries and not simple guards at their entrance, offering a hard resistance.
While the Citadel's defenders are engaged with the Special Forces dropped by the helicopters, Armand Massoud, Angelos Papadopoulos and Lydia Kapakas enter the Security HQ and free Owen and Dougal after a small fight with the gaolers. Pellegrino is also freed. The Raptor Whisperer asks one of the gaolers where Victoria is. She's in the kennels, in the lower levels. While Owen rushes to the kennels, the three grey guards, Dougal and Pellegrino head for the atrium.
Running out of time (his computer is having some issues), Dodgson sends his last forces to the Citadel's atrium, where a shootout occurs. With the cafeteria no longer guarded, the non-essential employees try to break out. Meanwhile several Biosyn guards drop their weapons and surrender when they see Pellegrino collaborating with the besiegers.
Dodgson's joker card
The defenders lose ground and as they are about to be caught between the Carabinieri, the Italian and Austrian Special Forces, the Massoud-Kapakas-Papadopoulos trio and Pellegrino's followers, one of the Biosyn guard calls for a ceasefire. The fight stops and Dodgson appears on top of the stairs which lead to the main courtyard. Bigelow, Kayla and his bodyguards are with him (while Ramsay is seen arriving from the Auditorium) and Dodgson has his bag with him. Seeing the CIA agent, the trio of grey guards hurls threats and insults at her, declaring she'll pay for Digby who died in Malta because of her treachery.
Dodgson look at his enemies: Vuillier, Nyamu and Viscontini down in the atrium, standing in front of the Carabinieri; the grey guards, Dougal and Pellegrino on one of the floors. He talks to them, congratulating them for taking the valley from him, before adding that they won one battle but not the war. Just as he is about to get arrested, he unveils his joker card: Should he be imprisoned or killed, his agents abroad have the order of releasing the content of nine containers he sent across the globe: Swarms of genetically-modified locusts designed to eat every crop but Biosyn's (a montage show trucks carrying the same containers as those seen in the airstrip. They park in the countryside of the following regions: US Midwest, India, Burkina Faso, Tanzania, Egypt, China, Argentina, Australia, and Germany). Should the locusts be freed, they would trigger a global famine, with people being forced to turn to Biosyn if they want to eat. Even if Dodgson doesn't leave Auronzo alive, Biosyn will have a future as it will be the only entity which could ensure mankind's survival in this apocalyptic scenario.
New attackers
Meanwhile, three helicopters arrive from the opposite side of the valley. At first, it's believed that they are others Special Forces helicopters but as no one on the besiegers' camp ordered them to head for the Citadel, some try to contact the oncoming aircrafts, to no avail. Fearing some ill shift in situation, Vuillier suggest his allies to take cover. One of the besiegers' helicopter tries to intercept the trio of helicopters but they shoot it down and it crashes in the eastern part of the valley, near one of the observation towers. Everyone in the atrium is surprised, including Dodgson, and rushes to shelter while two of the helicopters fire missiles in several of the Citadel's key locations, including the atrium, the helipad (destroying the board's helicopters) and the cafeteria, and spray the control room (Perez is hit while one of the technician accidently release the animals contained in the kennel when he falls dead head first on his console. The freed animals not only include Victoria but also dilophosaurs among other things). After that, they distract those of the besieging forces and attack the Citadel's defenders. Many casualties are inflicted among the besiegers and Biosyn employees.
Dodgson regains consciousness just after the attack, which killed his bodyguards and projected Bigelow and Kayla away. Next to him, Ramsay is still unconscious. He sees the third helicopter of the attackers landing in the courtyard and debarking a squad of armed men who directly rushes to the laboratories. As soon as they're gone, Dodgson grabs his bag, wakes Ramsay up, and takes advantage of the situation to escape, towards the nearest elevator. He chose one of the lower levels, that of the garages. The elevator blocks itself halfway and the two Biosyn executives must force their way out while chaos has taken over the rest of the building.
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2023.06.08 11:05 DiVector_ Options for Wegovy shortages

This is not medical advice. Always talk to your prescriber regarding medical decisions. I cannot answer questions and please do not DM me.
If you cannot find Wegovy, there are options out there.
1) Ask your prescriber to skip a dose. If you tolerate Wegovy with minimal side effects, and have been at your current dose for more than 4 weeks, consider jumping. This may work best for those already at 1mg since .25, .5, and 1.0 are impacted. Note: your prescribepcp may not be comfortable with this or have restrictions from their employer in doing so.
2) Get a prescription for Ozempic. The highest dose pen is 8mg (2mg week) and you can “dial the dose”- adjust to exactly how much med you need each week. Ozempic has the same active ingredient as Wegovy, if just is indicated for Diabetes T2. Cons: insurance unlikely to cover. As the Mounjaro crowd loses $25 dollar access, they will further strain this already fragile supply.
Note that Canada is no longer a viable option due to regulatory changes.
3) See if your insurance covers Saxenda- an older GLP1 medicine that is indicated for obesity. It has more side effects in my experience and is a daily injection vs weekly.
4) Compounding pharmacies. They mix up the active ingredient with something like b12 to avoid patent problems. They aren’t sourcing semaglutide from Novo, but they may be sourcing it from the suppliers Novo uses, called APIs. This will likely be expensive and state pharmacy boards are coming down on compounding pharmacies for patent and safety reasons (there is not enough oversight of compounding pharmacies in my personal opinion). They are also very taxed right now with long wait times. I suspect some corners are being cut…
5) Peptide suppliers. They offer semaglutide, likely in a base format, for a relatively cheap price. Many uninsured patients go this route or compounded. Typically sold in 2mg or 5mg freeze dried vials that require you to add sterile water (bacteriostatic water) with a syringe and then draw up your dosage. Be extremely careful, there is no oversight here and they operate in a legal grey area (not illegal, but they must use the “for research use only” angle to avoid trouble.)
I know patients that have turned to this route, I would advise to try other routes first - but- if you find a supplier that offers this, be sure they send their product to a laboratory for testing and are US based - do not order from China, it will be a headache. Another thread here mentions a company - (there are many, I will not mention names - do your research here on Reddit - weightlosspeptides is growing)- they use a lab in Arizona for purity testing - look for something like this - https://ibb(dot)co/ch91JZX.
Again, try for Wegovy or Ozempic first!
Do not give up hope. Your provider is not happy about this either! You are your biggest advocate. Remember that!
-NP in midwest affected as a provider AND patient….
Editted: my numbered list out of order.
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2023.06.08 09:32 thehoneycolony Eco-Friendly Scented Candles: Sustainable and Non-Toxic Options for a Greener Home

Eco-Friendly Scented Candles: Sustainable and Non-Toxic Options for a Greener Home
In today's world, where environmental consciousness is on the rise, finding sustainable and non-toxic alternatives for everyday products is essential. When it comes to scented candles, traditional options can often have a negative impact on the environment and indoor air quality. However, there is a growing trend towards eco-friendly scented candles that offer a greener and healthier choice for your home. In this article, we will explore the benefits of eco-friendly scented candles, and the rise of sustainable options, and introduce you to The Honey Colony, your source for eco-friendly scented candles.
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The Environmental Impact of Traditional Scented Candles
Traditional scented candles are typically made from paraffin wax, a petroleum by-product. The production and burning of paraffin candles release harmful chemicals into the air, contributing to air pollution and indoor air quality issues. Additionally, the use of synthetic fragrances and dyes in these candles further adds to their environmental impact. It's crucial to consider alternative options that minimize harm to the planet.
The Rise of Eco-Friendly Scented Candles
Thankfully, the demand for eco-friendly scented candles has led to the development of sustainable and non-toxic options. These candles are made from renewable and natural ingredients, ensuring a greener and safer choice for your home.
  1. Sustainable Ingredients and Packaging: Eco-friendly scented candles often utilize plant-based waxes, such as soy or beeswax, which are renewable resources. These waxes burn cleaner and produce fewer toxins than paraffin wax. Additionally, sustainable packaging materials like recycled glass jars and biodegradable packaging contribute to reducing waste and promoting a circular economy.
  2. Non-Toxic Formulas: Unlike traditional candles that contain synthetic fragrances and dyes, eco-friendly options use natural essential oils and botanical extracts for their scents. This ensures that you can enjoy delightful aromas without exposing yourself to harmful chemicals. Non-toxic formulas make these candles safer for both your health and the environment.
Benefits of Using Eco-Friendly Scented Candles
By choosing eco-friendly scented candles, you can enjoy a range of benefits that contribute to a greener and healthier home environment.
  1. Reduced Environmental Footprint: Eco-friendly candles are created with sustainability in mind, meaning they have a significantly lower environmental impact. From the ingredients used to the packaging materials, every aspect is carefully chosen to minimize harm to the planet.
  2. Healthier Indoor Air Quality: Traditional candles release toxins and pollutants when burned, which can negatively affect indoor air quality and potentially cause respiratory issues. Eco-friendly scented candles, on the other hand, burn cleaner and emit fewer harmful substances, promoting better air quality and healthier living space.
  3. Support for Sustainable Practices: By purchasing eco-friendly scented candles, you support companies that prioritize sustainable practices. These companies often prioritize ethical sourcing, fair trade, and environmental stewardship, making your purchase a vote for a greener future.
The Honey Colony: Your Source for Eco-Friendly Scented Candles
When it comes to eco-friendly scented candles, The Honey Colony stands out as a trusted provider of sustainable and non-toxic options. They offer a wide range of scents made from natural essential oils, ensuring delightful aromas without compromising your health or the environment. The Honey Colony's commitment to sustainability is evident in its choice of renewable ingredients, recyclable packaging, and dedication to ethical practices.
Tips for Choosing and Using Eco-Friendly Scented Candles
Here are some tips to help you make the most of your eco-friendly scented candles:
  • Look for candles labeled as "100% soy" or "beeswax" to ensure they are made from renewable resources.
  • Check the ingredients list to ensure natural essential oils are used for fragrance instead of synthetic chemicals.
  • Consider the size and burn time of the candle to make sure it suits your needs and provides long-lasting enjoyment.
  • Trim the wick before each use to promote a clean and even burn.
  • Place the candle in a well-ventilated area to further minimize any potential impact on indoor air quality.
Conclusion
Choosing eco-friendly scented candles for your home is a wonderful way to create a greener and healthier environment. By opting for sustainable ingredients, non-toxic formulas, and supporting companies like The Honey Colony, you contribute to the preservation of our planet while enjoying the delightful aromas of nature. Embrace eco-friendly scented candles and take a step towards a more sustainable and non-toxic lifestyle for yourself and future generations.
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2023.06.08 09:17 Still_Hat126 Who are the best perfume oils company for online shopping?

When it comes to buying perfume oils online, there are a lot of different companies to choose from. But which one is the best? Here is a look at some of the top contenders:
GenericPerfumes is one of the most popular online retailers of perfume oils. They offer a wide variety of scents, from classic perfumes to more unique fragrances. Their prices are also very reasonable, making them a great option for budget-minded shoppers.
No matter which company you choose, make sure to read reviews before you make a purchase. This will help you to ensure that you are getting a quality product.

Pros and Cons of Buying Perfume Oils Online

There are a number of pros and cons to buying perfume oils online. Here is a look at some of the most important factors to consider:
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Cons
Overall, buying perfume oils online can be a great way to save time and money. However, it is important to be aware of the risks involved and to take steps to protect yourself.

Tips for Buying Perfume Oils Online

Here are a few tips for buying perfume oils online:

Conclusion

Buying perfume oils online can be a great way to save time and money. By following these tips, you can ensure that you are getting a quality product from a reputable retailer.
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2023.06.08 09:10 Hot_Log_174 How to Choose the Best Perfume Oil Company???

Perfume oils are a great way to add a touch of luxury to your everyday life. They are long-lasting, affordable, and can be customized to your individual preferences. However, with so many different perfume oil companies on the market, it can be tough to know where to start.

Here are a few tips to help you choose the best perfume oil company for you:

  1. Consider your budget. Perfume oils can range in price from a few dollars to several hundred dollars. It is important to set a budget before you start shopping so that you do not overspend.
  2. Think about the scents you like. What are your favorite fragrances? Do you prefer floral scents, fruity scents, or something else entirely? Once you know what you like, you can start to narrow down your options.
  3. Read reviews. This is a great way to get feedback from other customers about their experiences with different perfume oil companies. You can find reviews online, in magazines, or in newspapers.
  4. Try before you buy. If possible, try to sample a few different perfume oils before you make a purchase. This will help you to find the perfect scent for you.
  5. Look for a company with a good reputation. It is important to choose a company that is reputable and that has a good track record of customer service.
Once you have considered these factors, you will be able to choose the best perfume oil company for you.
GenericPerfumes is a great option for budget-minded shoppers. They offer a wide variety of fragrances at a fraction of the cost of name-brand perfumes.
No matter what your budget or preferences are, there is a perfume oil company out there that is perfect for you. With a little research, you can find the perfect perfume oil to add a touch of luxury to your everyday life.
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2023.06.08 09:04 TopList4035 Best Perfume Oil Company : What is it and How Does it Work?

Perfume oils are made with a blend of essential oils and carrier oils. The essential oils give the perfume its scent, while the carrier oils help to dilute the essential oils and make them easier to apply. Perfume oils have a number of advantages over traditional perfumes. They are:
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GenericPerfumes offers a wide variety of perfume oils, including both original fragrances and fragrances that are inspired by popular designer perfumes. The company also offers a custom perfume oil service, where customers can create their own unique perfume blend.
To use a perfume oil, simply apply a few drops to your pulse points, such as your wrists, neck, and behind your ears. The perfume oil will then diffuse throughout your body, leaving you with a long-lasting, luxurious scent.
If you are looking for a high-quality, affordable, and allergy-friendly alternative to traditional perfumes, then Perfume Oil Company is a great option. The company offers a wide variety of fragrances to choose from, and you can even create your own custom perfume blend.

How to Choose the Right Perfume Oil?

When choosing a perfume oil, there are a few things to keep in mind:
Once you have considered these factors, you can start browsing the different perfume oils on offer from Perfume Oil Company. The company offers a wide variety of fragrances to choose from, so you are sure to find something that you love.
If you are not sure which perfume oil to choose, you can always contact the company for help. The staff at Best Perfume Oil Company are always happy to help customers find the perfect perfume oil for their needs.

How to Apply Perfume Oil?

To apply a perfume oil, simply apply a few drops to your pulse points. The pulse points are areas of the body where the blood flows close to the surface of the skin. This will help the perfume oil to diffuse throughout your body, leaving you with a long-lasting scent.
The pulse points include:

How to Care for Perfume Oils?

Perfume oils should be stored in a cool, dark place. This will help to preserve the quality of the oil and prevent it from evaporating.
Perfume oils should also be kept out of direct sunlight. Sunlight can damage the oil and cause it to lose its scent.
If you are not going to be using your perfume oil for a while, you can store it in the refrigerator. This will help to extend the shelf life of the oil.

Conclusion

Perfume oils are a great way to add a touch of luxury to your everyday life. They are long-lasting, affordable, and less likely to cause allergies than traditional perfumes.
If you are looking for a new perfume, then I encourage you to check out GenerciPerfumes. The company offers a wide variety.
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2023.06.08 06:17 LAMG1 2022 Ford Edge SEL AWD with 35K miles with for $27K?

Location: Midwest
2022 Ford Edge SEL AWD with 35k miles. Factory warranty will expire at 36K miles. The dealer is asking $27K.
I was able to locate information that dealer bought it for $26K at IAAI (insurance auction) for $26K from a rental car company back in late March. Since IAAI information is public, I was able to see why insurance company sell it. It has a damage (rental will not report damages) on the side fender in rear driver side, but dealer repaired it. If I add buying fee, transportation, and repairs, I think this dealer is losing money even at 27K.
Folks, should I do this one? Also, how hard could I lowball the dealer to get this one? Should I go like 22K/23K (include doc fees) plus TTL?
All recommendations or advice is appreciated!
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2023.06.08 03:25 NomadGuitar Canadian company Highland Copper plans to mine the historic Presque Isle area of Porcupine Mountains State Park, the largest State Park in Michigan and largest old growth forest in the Midwest

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2023.06.08 00:53 nyerinup Canadian company Highland Copper wants to build a copper sulfide mine which will extract minerals directly beneath Porcupine Mountains State Park, the largest old growth forest in the midwest, and risk contaminating the Presque Isle River and Lake Superior with acid mine drainage

Canadian company Highland Copper wants to build a copper sulfide mine which will extract minerals directly beneath Porcupine Mountains State Park, the largest old growth forest in the midwest, and risk contaminating the Presque Isle River and Lake Superior with acid mine drainage submitted by nyerinup to climate [link] [comments]

2023.06.08 00:41 SCS-Group Personalizing Cleaning Solutions: Tailoring Products and Equipment to Meet Client Preferences and Requirements

Personalizing Cleaning Solutions: Tailoring Products and Equipment to Meet Client Preferences and Requirements
Introduction:
In the world of professional cleaning services, the ability to tailor cleaning products and equipment to meet the preferences and requirements of each client is crucial. Every client has unique needs, whether it's due to allergies, sensitivities, or personal preferences. By offering customized cleaning solutions, cleaning companies can ensure a safer and more personalized cleaning experience for their clients. This blog post explores the benefits and strategies of tailoring cleaning products and equipment to meet individual client needs.
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Understanding Client Preferences and Requirements:

The first step in tailoring cleaning products and equipment is understanding the specific preferences and requirements of each client. This involves effective communication and gathering information about any allergies, sensitivities, or specific cleaning preferences they may have. By taking the time to understand these details, cleaning companies can provide a more personalized and satisfactory cleaning service.

Choosing the Right Cleaning Products:

Cleaning products come in various formulations and compositions, each with its own set of properties and benefits. Tailoring cleaning products involves selecting the appropriate formulations that align with the client's preferences and requirements. For example, clients with allergies or sensitivities may prefer hypoallergenic and fragrance-free cleaning products. Alternatively, eco-conscious clients may request environmentally friendly and biodegradable cleaning solutions. By using the right cleaning products, cleaning companies can create a safer and more comfortable environment for their clients.

Addressing Allergies and Sensitivities:

Many clients have specific allergies or sensitivities that require special attention during the cleaning process. Tailoring cleaning products and equipment involves avoiding any potential allergens or irritants that may trigger adverse reactions. This may include using non-toxic and gentle cleaning solutions, avoiding harsh chemicals, or utilizing specialized equipment such as HEPA filters to minimize airborne allergens. By addressing allergies and sensitivities, cleaning companies can ensure a healthier and more comfortable living or working environment for their clients.

Considering Surface and Material Requirements:

Different surfaces and materials may require specific cleaning techniques and products to maintain their integrity and appearance. Tailoring cleaning products and equipment involves understanding the unique requirements of each surface and using appropriate solutions. For example, delicate surfaces such as marble or hardwood floors may require gentle and non-abrasive cleaning products, while stainless steel surfaces may benefit from specialized polishing agents. By using the right products and equipment for each surface, cleaning companies can ensure effective cleaning without causing damage.

Adapting Equipment for Specific Needs:

In addition to cleaning products, the choice of cleaning equipment also plays a vital role in tailoring cleaning services. Different clients may have specific equipment preferences or requirements. For instance, clients may request the use of microfiber cloths for dusting, steam cleaners for deep cleaning, or low-noise equipment for sensitive environments. By adapting equipment to meet client preferences and requirements, cleaning companies can provide a more customized and satisfactory cleaning experience.

Maintaining High Standards of Cleaning:

While tailoring cleaning products and equipment is important, it's crucial to maintain high standards of cleaning effectiveness. Customization should not compromise the quality of the cleaning service. Cleaning companies should ensure that the chosen products and equipment are still capable of achieving thorough cleaning results. By striking a balance between customization and effectiveness, cleaning companies can deliver exceptional cleaning services that meet the specific needs of each client.

Building Trust and Long-Term Relationships:

Tailoring cleaning products and equipment to meet client preferences and requirements goes beyond delivering a one-time service. It helps build trust and fosters long-term relationships with clients. When clients see that their specific needs are being met and their preferences are being considered, they are more likely to become loyal customers and recommend the cleaning company to others. By providing a personalized and satisfactory cleaning experience, cleaning companies can establish a strong reputation and stand out in a competitive industry.

Conclusion:

Tailoring cleaning products and equipment to meet the preferences and requirements of each client is a key aspect of providing exceptional cleaning services. By understanding client needs, choosing the right cleaning products, addressing allergies and sensitivities, considering surface requirements, and adapting equipment accordingly, cleaning companies can deliver personalized and satisfactory cleaning experiences. This approach not only ensures client satisfaction but also builds trust and fosters long-term relationships. By prioritizing customization, cleaning companies can stand out in the industry and provide a service that goes beyond expectations.
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2023.06.07 21:32 kavyaorganicfarm Top 6 Best Natural Body Lotions

Top 6 Best Natural Body Lotions
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When it comes to choosing the best natural body lotions, it's important to look for products that are free from harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, and artificial ingredients. Here are six highly regarded natural body lotions that have gained popularity for their quality ingredients and effective moisturizing properties:
  1. Puracy Organic Hand & Body Lotion: This lotion is made with organic, plant-based ingredients such as shea butter, aloe vera, and sunflower oil. It is lightweight, non-greasy, and suitable for all skin types.
  2. Avalon Organics Nourishing Lavender Hand & Body Lotion: This lotion contains a blend of lavender essential oil, aloe vera, and plant lipids that provide deep hydration and nourishment. It has a soothing lavender scent and absorbs quickly into the skin.
  3. Alba Botanica Very Emollient Body Lotion: Alba Botanica offers a wide range of body lotions with different natural scents, such as coconut rescue, maximum, and original. These lotions are enriched with botanical extracts, aloe vera, and vitamins to moisturize and soften the skin.
  4. Burt's Bees Cocoa and Cupuaçu Butters Body Lotion: Burt's Bees is known for its natural products, and this body lotion is no exception. It is made with a blend of cocoa and cupuaçu butters, botanical moisturizers, and vitamin-rich oils to provide intense hydration and improve skin texture.
  5. Weleda Skin Food: Weleda's Skin Food is a deeply nourishing and hydrating body lotion that is suitable for dry and rough skin. It contains natural ingredients like sunflower seed oil, rosemary leaf extract, and calendula flower extract, which help soothe and restore the skin.
  6. Nourish Organic Body Lotion: Nourish Organic offers a range of body lotions that are USDA certified organic and made with pure, natural ingredients. They are available in different scents, such as almond vanilla, lavender mint, and fresh fig, and provide long-lasting moisture without any synthetic additives.
These natural body lotions have received positive reviews for their effectiveness, ingredients, and overall performance. However, it's always a good idea to check the specific ingredient list and choose a product that suits your individual skin needs and preferences.
  • What is the best natural hair dye?
Determining the "best" natural hair dye can depend on various factors, such as your desired hair color, hair type, and personal preferences. It's essential to note that natural hair dyes generally offer more subtle and temporary color changes compared to conventional dyes. Here are some popular options for natural hair dyes:
  1. Henna: Henna is a plant-based dye that has been used for centuries to color hair. It provides red to auburn shades and can also offer conditioning benefits. However, it's important to use pure henna without additives to avoid potential allergic reactions.
  2. Indigo: Indigo is another natural dye derived from plants, specifically the indigofera tinctoria plant. It can be used in combination with henna to achieve darker shades, including black or dark brown. Indigo is often used in conjunction with henna to create a two-step dyeing process.
  3. Vegetable-Based Dyes: Some companies offer natural hair dyes that utilize vegetable-based ingredients like beetroot, carrot, or other plant extracts. These dyes typically provide subtle color variations and can be a good option for those looking for a temporary change or to enhance their natural hair color.
  4. Logwood: Logwood is a natural dye derived from the heartwood of the logwood tree. It produces dark purplish-blue to black shades and is often used in combination with henna or indigo for desired colors.
It's crucial to keep in mind that natural hair dyes may not provide the same level of color intensity or longevity as chemical-based dyes. Additionally, individual results can vary depending on factors such as hair porosity, starting color, and application technique. It's recommended to perform a patch test and follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer when using any hair dye, natural or otherwise. If you are looking for a specific hair color or have specific hair concerns, it's advisable to consult with a professional hair colorist or stylist to find the best natural hair dye option for you.
  • Which is the No 1 hair colour in world?
It's challenging to determine the "No 1 hair color" in the world as hair color preferences vary greatly among individuals and can change over time. Hair color trends and preferences can be influenced by cultural, regional, and personal factors. What may be popular in one country or region may not be the same in another.
That being said, some of the most commonly used and popular hair colors globally include:
  1. Natural Shades: Natural hair colors like black, brown, and blonde are widely popular and often considered classic choices. These colors can be customized to different tones and shades to suit individual preferences.
  2. Brunette: Brunette hair colors, ranging from light to dark brown, are popular among many individuals worldwide. It is a versatile color that can be adjusted to complement various skin tones.
  3. Blonde: Blonde hair color has always been sought after, and different shades of blonde, such as platinum, golden, and honey, have their own appeal. Blonde hair is particularly popular in countries with a large Caucasian population.
  4. Red: Red hair color, whether it's a vibrant fiery red or a more subdued auburn shade, is another popular choice for individuals seeking a distinctive and eye-catching look.
It's important to note that hair color preferences can change over time and are highly subjective. What may be considered the most popular or "No 1" hair color can vary based on different factors such as current trends, cultural influences, and individual preferences. Ultimately, the best hair color is the one that makes you feel confident and comfortable in your own skin.
  • Which is the No 1 hair dye in India?
The "No 1" hair dye in India can vary depending on factors such as market demand, consumer preferences, and brand reputation.
Some of the well-known hair dye brands in India include:
  1. Godrej Expert Rich Crème: Godrej Expert Rich Crème is a popular hair dye brand known for its affordable pricing and a range of color options. It offers a variety of shades, including natural black, dark brown, burgundy, and more.
  2. L'Oreal Paris Excellence Crème: L'Oreal Paris Excellence Crème is a widely recognized hair dye brand that offers a range of vibrant and long-lasting colors. It is known for its advanced formula that provides coverage for gray hair and offers various shade options.
  3. Garnier Color Naturals: Garnier Color Naturals is a popular brand in India that offers a wide range of hair dye shades. It is known for its natural-looking colors and nourishing properties with ingredients like olive oil and avocado oil.
  4. Streax: Streax is a reputed Indian hair care brand that offers a range of hair color products, including permanent hair dyes and hair colorants. It is known for its vibrant color range and affordable pricing.
  5. Indica: Indica is a well-established hair care brand in India, known for its herbal-based hair dye products. They offer a variety of shades and focus on providing natural and nourishing options.
It's important to note that individual experiences and preferences can vary, and what may be considered the "No 1" hair dye brand can depend on personal factors. It's recommended to consider factors such as hair type, desired color, product ingredients, and consultation with a professional hairstylist before choosing a hair dye brand.
  • What is 7.0 hair dye?
A hair dye with the shade 7.0 typically refers to a medium blonde hair color. The numbering system used in hair dye shades is known as the International Hair Color Level System, which helps categorize different hair colors based on their lightness or darkness.
In this system, the number before the decimal point represents the level of darkness, ranging from 1 (darkest black) to 10 (palest blonde). The number after the decimal point indicates the tone or undertone of the hair color. In the case of 7.0, it represents a medium level of darkness with a neutral tone.
Therefore, a 7.0 hair dye would give you a medium blonde shade without any specific warm or cool undertones. It's important to keep in mind that the exact result can vary based on factors such as your starting hair color, hair type, and the specific brand or formulation of the hair dye used. If you're considering dyeing your hair with a specific shade, it's always advisable to consult with a professional hairstylist for guidance and to achieve the desired results.
  • Which brand hair colour is safe?
There are several hair dye brands that prioritize safety and strive to offer products with minimal chemical ingredients. While no hair dye can be completely free from chemicals, some brands take steps to minimize the use of harsh chemicals and use ingredients that are considered safer for use. Here are a few hair dye brands known for their safety-conscious approach:
  1. Naturtint: Naturtint is a popular brand that offers permanent hair dyes with a focus on natural ingredients. Their formulations are ammonia-free and contain plant-based extracts, antioxidants, and nourishing oils. They also avoid the use of harsh chemicals such as resorcinol and parabens.
  2. Herbatint: Herbatint is another brand that offers a range of permanent hair dyes formulated with natural ingredients. Their dyes are ammonia-free and contain botanical extracts and plant proteins. Herbatint also avoids the use of parabens, alcohol, and fragrance.
  3. Madison Reed: Madison Reed is a brand that offers salon-quality hair dyes formulated without ammonia, resorcinol, and parabens. They use a blend of natural ingredients like keratin, argan oil, and ginseng root extract. Madison Reed also provides detailed ingredient information and encourages transparency.
  4. O&M (Original & Mineral): O&M is a brand known for its clean approach to hair color. They use a low chemical formulation and avoid harsh ingredients like ammonia, resorcinol, and PPD (paraphenylenediamine). O&M focuses on incorporating natural and organic ingredients into their hair dyes.
  5. Tints of Nature: Tints of Nature is a brand that offers a range of permanent hair dyes with a focus on natural and organic ingredients. Their formulas are free from ammonia, resorcinol, and parabens. Tints of Nature also uses a low level of PPD and strives to minimize the use of other potentially harmful chemicals.
It's important to note that individual sensitivities and allergies can vary, and what works for one person may not work for another. It's always advisable to perform a patch test and carefully follow the instructions provided by the brand. Additionally, consulting with a professional hairstylist or colorist can help you choose the safest hair dye option based on your specific needs and hair type.
  • Which is safest hair colour brand in India?
Determining the safest hair color brand in India can be subjective and depend on individual preferences and sensitivities. However, several brands in India are known for their safety-conscious approach and use of milder and less harsh chemical ingredients. Here are a few hair color brands in India that are generally considered to be safer options:
  1. BBLUNT Salon Secret High Shine Crème Hair Colour: BBLUNT is a popular Indian hair care brand that offers a range of hair color products. Their Salon Secret High Shine Crème Hair Colour is ammonia-free and claims to be gentle on the hair. It also contains silk proteins and argan oil for added nourishment.
  2. Streax: Streax is an Indian hair care brand that offers a variety of hair color products. They have a range of ammonia-free hair color options that are formulated to be gentle on the hair and scalp. Streax also focuses on providing long-lasting color and shine.
  3. Indus Valley Botanical Hair Colour: Indus Valley is an Indian brand that specializes in natural and organic hair care products. Their Botanical Hair Colour range is free from ammonia, PPD, and other harsh chemicals. It uses natural botanical extracts and herbs for coloration and claims to be gentle on the hair and scalp.
  4. Vegetal Safe Color: Vegetal Safe Color is a natural hair color brand in India that uses Ayurvedic herbs and plant extracts for hair coloration. Their products are free from ammonia, PPD, and other harmful chemicals. Vegetal Safe Color focuses on providing safe and natural alternatives for hair color.
It's important to carefully read the ingredient list and instructions provided by the brand to determine if a hair color product meets your specific safety requirements. Conducting a patch test before applying the hair color is also recommended to check for any potential allergies or sensitivities. Additionally, consulting with a professional hair colorist or dermatologist can provide personalized advice and recommendations for the safest hair color option based on your hair type and specific needs.
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