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- Labour is trailing the SNP by 21 points in voting intention for the Scottish Parliament.
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3) British scientists identified a gene responsible for regulating chronic pain that could lead to more targeted pain-killing medicines.
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In September 2003, a grand jury of local citizens released a report detailing a sad
history of sexual abuse by priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. That abuse was
known, tolerated, and hidden by high church officials, up to and including the Cardinal
himself. The previous grand jury was frustrated that it could not charge either the abusers
or their protectors in the church, because the successful cover-up of the abuse resulted in
the expiration of the statute of limitations. Now, measures taken in response to the
previous report have led to new information about more recent abuse, which this grand
jury was empaneled to investigate. The fact that we received that information, and from
the church itself, is some sign of progress; and this time there will be charges.
The present grand jury, however, is frustrated to report that much has not
changed. The rapist priests we accuse were well known to the Secretary of Clergy, but he
cloaked their conduct and put them in place to do it again. The procedures implemented
by the Archdiocese to help victims are in fact designed to help the abusers, and the
Archdiocese itself. Worst of all, apparent abusers – dozens of them, we believe – remain
on duty in the Archdiocese, today, with open access to new young prey.
Metro is published in more than 100 major cities across Europe, North & South America and Asia . Metro has a unique global reach — attracting a young, active, well-educated Metropolitan audience of more than 20 million daily readers.
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The Philadelphia Gay News is the largest weekly newspaper on the East Coast targeting the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, and the most award-winning and oldest LGBT publication in the country. Started in 1975, we strive to focus on and promote businesses and populations within our community to engender mutual success. This includes publishing special issues to highlight areas such as pets, health, travel, legal and entertainment, as well as addressing community concerns such as LGBT elder issues, homelessness and endangered youth.
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A South Jersey couple who are little people filed a defamation lawsuit against Comcast and E! Entertainment Television over a skit on "The Soup" comedy show. The skit misused a 2006 photo of the couple that was originally published by the Associated Press regarding genetic testing. The skit depicted the couple in an offensive parody about a reality show involving little people. The lawsuit alleges the skit subjected the couple to ridicule and caused them emotional distress. Comcast and E! are accused of ignoring information about the couple and misappropriating their photo without permission.
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In September 2003, a grand jury of local citizens released a report detailing a sad
history of sexual abuse by priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. That abuse was
known, tolerated, and hidden by high church officials, up to and including the Cardinal
himself. The previous grand jury was frustrated that it could not charge either the abusers
or their protectors in the church, because the successful cover-up of the abuse resulted in
the expiration of the statute of limitations. Now, measures taken in response to the
previous report have led to new information about more recent abuse, which this grand
jury was empaneled to investigate. The fact that we received that information, and from
the church itself, is some sign of progress; and this time there will be charges.
The present grand jury, however, is frustrated to report that much has not
changed. The rapist priests we accuse were well known to the Secretary of Clergy, but he
cloaked their conduct and put them in place to do it again. The procedures implemented
by the Archdiocese to help victims are in fact designed to help the abusers, and the
Archdiocese itself. Worst of all, apparent abusers – dozens of them, we believe – remain
on duty in the Archdiocese, today, with open access to new young prey.
Metro is published in more than 100 major cities across Europe, North & South America and Asia . Metro has a unique global reach — attracting a young, active, well-educated Metropolitan audience of more than 20 million daily readers.
Metro is a free daily newspaper written and designed for young and ambitious professionals. Designed for a 20-minute read, the paper gives metropolitans all they need to know, Monday through Friday, during their morning commutes.
Local, national and international news and colorful features are presented without any bias, but showcase a proudly urban attitude and style.
The Philadelphia Gay News is the largest weekly newspaper on the East Coast targeting the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, and the most award-winning and oldest LGBT publication in the country. Started in 1975, we strive to focus on and promote businesses and populations within our community to engender mutual success. This includes publishing special issues to highlight areas such as pets, health, travel, legal and entertainment, as well as addressing community concerns such as LGBT elder issues, homelessness and endangered youth.
This document discusses payment processing and interchange rates. It provides information on how transactions are processed, the different parties involved, and the various costs associated with processing like interchange rates, monthly service fees, and authorization fees. Interchange rates can vary significantly from 0.00% to 3.10% depending on four factors: the card type, how the transaction was handled, the business type, and the transaction amount. The document emphasizes that the "rate that matters" is the effective rate, which is calculated by taking total fees divided by Visa/Mastercard sales. Examples are provided to illustrate how effective rates can vary from business to business.
Why Accept Credit Cards?
Why Integrate Credit Card Processing?
Card Payment Process
Card Settlement Process
Where PPI Fits In
How PPI Helps You
About PPI
The Company We Keep
The document is a slide presentation about CynoCast, an online presentation and content delivery tool. It summarizes CynoCast as an advanced interactive program that allows users to engage audiences through live webcasting, deliver documents and presentations, and provide a more effective sales and customer support experience. Key features highlighted include its ease of use, ability to close deals faster and shorten support calls through interactive content delivery, and competitive pricing plans for individual and enterprise use.
Here is Gabe Whitley's response to my defamation lawsuit for him calling me a rapist and perjurer in court documents.
You have to read it to believe it, but after you read it, you won't believe it. And I included eight examples of defamatory statements/
El Puerto de Algeciras continúa un año más como el más eficiente del continente europeo y vuelve a situarse en el “top ten” mundial, según el informe The Container Port Performance Index 2023 (CPPI), elaborado por el Banco Mundial y la consultora S&P Global.
El informe CPPI utiliza dos enfoques metodológicos diferentes para calcular la clasificación del índice: uno administrativo o técnico y otro estadístico, basado en análisis factorial (FA). Según los autores, esta dualidad pretende asegurar una clasificación que refleje con precisión el rendimiento real del puerto, a la vez que sea estadísticamente sólida. En esta edición del informe CPPI 2023, se han empleado los mismos enfoques metodológicos y se ha aplicado un método de agregación de clasificaciones para combinar los resultados de ambos enfoques y obtener una clasificación agregada.
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How Does Metro Readers Stack Up to other Daily Readers?
1. 1
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NEWSPAPER IN
PHILADELPHIA PHILADELPHIA
CENTER CITY
2. Retail
Spent $500+ on cosmetics, Spent $500+ on women’s Spent $500+ on women’s shoes
perfumes, or skin care items in casual apparel in the past 12 in the past 12 months (index)
the past 12 months (index) months (index)
318 194 329
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
54 88 78
Daily News Daily News Daily News
63 110 187
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
3. Retail
Primary decision makers when Regularly shop for designer goods Regularly shop at
making a major purchase and apparel department stores
79% 54% 92%
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
68% 43% 90%
Daily News Daily News Daily News
78% 30% 72%
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
4. Real Estate
Own a home valued at 250k+ Rent their current homes Live in an apartment
(index) (index)
127 60% 228
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
31 29% 86
Daily News Daily News Daily News
127 16% 61
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49,25-49, 250k+
5. Education
Attended special/technical or College Educated Have a high school diploma
vocational school in the past
12 months
49% 118 48%
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
39% 29 46%
Daily News Daily News Daily News
27% 113 30%
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
6. Recruitment
Regularly search for jobs online Have attended a job or Actively searching for new jobs
(index) recruitment fair in the past 12 (index)
months (index)
145 214 147
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
105 57 54
Daily News Daily News Daily News
103 34 35
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
7. Health Care
Are covered by an individual Regularly purchase OTC Purchased weight loss
insurance plan (index) medication medication in the past 12
months (index)
249 64% 171
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
130 50% 125
Daily News Daily News Daily News
101 57% 36
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
8. Automotive
Plan on paying 20k+ for a new Own or lease a hybrid vehicle Own a new car
vehicle (index) (index)
119 165 60%
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
68 80 50%
Daily News Daily News Daily News
105 23 55%
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
9. Automotive
Plan on purchasing a pre-owned Own 2+ cars Own or lease a luxury vehicle
luxury vehicle in the next 12 (index)
months (index)
431 38% 115
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
334 29% 79
Daily News Daily News Daily News
351 34% 81
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
10. Going Out
Lead active lifestyles, participate Have attended a concert in the Have attended a professional
in local outdoor activities past 12 months (index) sporting event in the past 12
months (index)
83% 233 182
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
79% 131 119
Daily News Daily News Daily News
81% 142 110
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
11. Going Out
Active in their communities, Regularly dine out Prefer dining out at an upscale
attended local/community restaurant (index)
based events
78% 96% 54%
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
74% 92% 26%
Daily News Daily News Daily News
73% 91% 38%
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
12. Financial
Invest in their communities Have contributed to a charitable Invest in their future, have
through local charities and organization in the past year stocks or stock options
businesses
80% 65% 75%
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
60% 60% 74%
Daily News Daily News Daily News
63% 63% 75%
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+
13. Financial
Utilize online banking for bill Utilize the services of a full service Are small business owners
payment and loan management stock broker (index) (index)
47% 144 189
Philadelphia Philadelphia Philadelphia
36% 39 150
Daily News Daily News Daily News
46% 144 182
Inquirer Inquirer Inquirer
Source: Scarborough R2 2010, Base: A18-49, 25-49, 250k+