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Come aboard and run down the news checklist from the Delta MEC in this week's Engage Weekly.Air Canada flight attendants have issued a strike notice. Make the walk and ensure ACA flight crews can jumpseatHonor 9/11 victims at ALPA's annual remembrance ceremonyThe Delta MEC will hold its next regular meeting in MSP. Stay tuned for updates after the conclusion of the meeting.Learn how you can receive the most up-to-date MEC news via Textcaster and TelegramAlso, tune in for committee news and council events!Additional information is available in this week's MEC News. Have a good weekend and stay Engaged!
A mediados de julio, el gobierno lanzó la Estrategia Interinstitucional de Revinculación Educativa para reincorporar a estudiantes que habían abandonado la educación. El operativo, coordinado por ANEP, MIDES, MEC, INAU y BPS, entre otros actores públicos y sociales, detectó 5.382 menores en edad de educación obligatoria que no asistían a clases. En conferencia de prensa, el presidente de la ANEP, Pablo Caggiani, y el ministro de Desarrollo Social, Gonzalo Civila, informaron que, de los 5.382 niñas, niños y adolescentes detectados como desvinculados del sistema educativo, 2.246 retomaron sus estudios en las primeras tres semanas de julio de este año. Las autoridades explicaron que la estrategia incluyó visitas domiciliarias y contacto directo con las familias, lo que permitió entender las causas del abandono, y, en ese sentido, detalló que no hay un único motivo. “Había necesidad de que hubiera otro yendo a buscar, conversando. Tenemos un conjunto de gurises que aún así no retornan. Ahí las situaciones son realmente múltiples y todas muy embromadas para la vida de los gurises, desde no poder dejar la changa porque hay que pagar la olla en casa, hasta situaciones de salud o de muerte del familiar que cuidaba. Es decir, nos está dando información de qué cosas tenemos que mover desde el Estado para garantizar el derecho a la educación y vincularlos a instituciones”. El Estado continuará el seguimiento y, mientras tanto, quienes no estén inscritos dejarán de percibir asignaciones familiares. Además, señaló que los adolescentes de 15 a 17 años fueron los que presentaron más dificultades para la revinculación, y agregó: “Ahí hay que poner la lupa, ver qué nos está pasando, y qué les está pasando a los gurises que no logramos que estén en un centro educativo”.
What's Really at Stake When it comes to short-pay vs long-pay life insurance, the question isn't just about convenience—it's about control, options, and legacy. https://www.youtube.com/live/dPxt8Nui4g4 In this article, you'll learn: The difference between short-pay and long-pay policies Why a long-pay design gives you more flexibility and cash value How reduced-paid-up life insurance contracts really work What to consider if you want to use your policy as a family bank How to align your design with your legacy goals and future self Let's pull back the curtain on what really creates a robust, long-term infinite banking system. The Iceberg We've All MissedWhat Does “Short-Pay vs Long-Pay Life Insurance” Actually Mean?Infinite Banking System Explained—Why Long-Pay Is Often BetterReduced-Paid-Up Life Insurance Contracts—Built-In FlexibilityShort-Pay vs Long-Pay Life Insurance Policy—What's the Real Tradeoff?7-Pay or 10-PayLong-Pay Whole LifeDesigning Life Insurance as a Family BankPolicy Design for Tax-Efficient Wealth GrowthFuture Self Planning with Life InsuranceBalancing Liquidity and Premium CommitmentWhat You Need to RememberLearn MoreBook A Strategy Call The Iceberg We've All Missed We've heard it so many times—"I want a 7-pay," "Just show me a 10-pay option." It sounds appealing, right? Pay for a short time, and then you're off the hook. But here's what we've found in real conversations with clients over decades: No one ever says 20 years later, “I wish I could've stopped paying sooner.” In fact, they say the opposite. They wish they could keep paying. Why? Because they've seen what a well-designed long-pay policy does for their capital, liquidity, and long-term options. What Does “Short-Pay vs Long-Pay Life Insurance” Actually Mean? This isn't just semantics. It's strategy. A short-pay policy is designed to have all premiums fully paid within a set period—typically 7 or 10 years. Think "7-pay" or "10-pay." After that, no further payments are required to keep the policy in force. A long-pay policy is structured to allow for premium payments for as long as possible—often up to age 100 or even 121. But here's the kicker: you're not required to pay that long. You just can. And that difference opens the door to flexibility, scalability, and legacy. Infinite Banking System Explained—Why Long-Pay Is Often Better Short-pay might look sleek on paper. But infinite banking isn't about what looks good—it's about building long-term capital access and control. Here's what we've seen: Short-pay designs limit your contribution window You hit a ceiling on how much capital you can inject Your banking system stagnates when you stop funding Long-pay designs allow you to keep capitalizing your system for decades. That means: More compound growth More tax-efficient access to capital More opportunities to use your policy for real estate, business, or retirement If you think long range and don't fear capitalization, you set yourself up to win. Reduced-Paid-Up Life Insurance Contracts—Built-In Flexibility Here's a secret most people don't realize: Every life insurance policy is a short-pay policy if you want it to be. Thanks to the reduced-paid-up (RPU) provision, you can stop paying premiums at any time after the MEC window (typically 5–7 years), and your policy will remain in force with a reduced death benefit. So why design short from the start? When you structure your policy as a long-pay, you maintain the ability to: Stop paying when you want Shift to paid-up status on your terms Keep your options open Short-Pay vs Long-Pay Life Insurance Policy—What's the Real Tradeoff? Let's compare: 7-Pay or 10-Pay Forces early funding Good for clients needing a limited-time premium window Restrictive if you want to contribute more later Long-Pay Whole Life Spreads premiums over time
Engage Weekly is live! Join us as we dive into key updates from the Delta MEC. Highlights include UNH polling (live through August 13), the Engage Podcast interviews the Scope Committee, MEC leadership celebrates Aeromexico pilots on their 67th anniversary as a union, a pay verification video refresher, and a preview of the MEC Regular Meeting in Minneapolis at the end of this month. Plus, updates on rotation preferences, safety alerts, mental wellness resources, and more. Stay informed and engaged!Show Notes:Engage: Scope is Still DopeMEC News - August 7, 2025
The Public Servants Association, PSA has condemned the dire conditions at Koster Hospital in North West. The Union is citing falling ceilings, leaking roofs, and dilapidated wiring that endanger employees and patients. The PSA is now demanding immediate intervention from the MEC for Health to inspect, shut down hazardous areas and fund urgent repairs. Elvis Presslin spoke to Labour Relations Officer of the Public Servants Association in the North West Province, Kabelo Moalosi
Jarosław Kaczyński antysemitą? Wyśmiewa Anne Applebaum za jej żydowskie pochodzenie? Dlaczego żona Andrzeja Dudy, Agata Kornhauser, mu nie przeszkadzała? Sikorski odpowiada: Kaczyński kiedyś całował mnie po rękach. Mec. Giertych ujawnia z kolei rosyjskie pochodzenie Kaczyńskiego. Będzie także o nowym kapelanie Nawrockiego. To ksiądz pozujący do zdjęcia z gestem środkowego palca. #IPPTVNaŻywo #Sikorski #Kaczyński #Wąsowicz ----------------------------------------------------
( sorpresa d’última hora a la web de la l’ajuntament ) La Paeria de Balaguer organitza aquest dimarts 5 d’agost una segona Marxa exploratòria pel Centre Històric. En aquesta ocasió es farà a les 4 de la tarda i sortirà des de la Plaça de Sant Salvador. L’objectiu es fer una diagnosi per elaborar un mapa d’indicadors, en el que la ciutadania hi faci constar les incidències, problemes o altres qüestions del Centre Històric Camarasa aprova noves ajudes a entitats locals i dona suport a la promoció del català en el ple ordinari de juliol Signat el nou conveni del metall a Lleida, amb millores substancials per al sector Els morts a les carretes catalanes pugen un 6% en els primers set mesos de 2025 i se situen en les 87 víctimes. El mes de juliol esdevé el pitjor de tot l’any amb 18 persones finades i Lleida registra un repunt de l’accidentalitat amb 10 víctimes mortals L’ocupació puja un 1,87% al juliol a Lleida, que suma 4.079 afiliacions més i tanca amb 222.506 persones treballadores, tot i registrar un increment del 1.12% dels aturats. A Catalunya l’ocupació puja en un 0.18%, tot i l’increment també de l’atur Catalunya marca la millor primera part de l’any amb gairebé 9,3 milions de turistes estrangers, un 1,75% més. Les pernoctacions es redueixen lleument al juny un 1,78% i cada visitant fa una despesa mitjana diària de 251 euros De l’1 al 31 d’agost es pot veure a la sala d’exposicions Els Agents Rurals fan una crida a prevenir els descuits “molt comuns”, origen de la majoria d’incendis forestals. L’ús de drons i de la unitat canina perfeccionen les investigacions del cos. Els Bombers de la Generalitat intervenen en mig miler d’incendis de vegetació al juliol, un centenar més que el 2024. Des de principis d’any hi ha hagut 2.565 focs vegetals, 127 menys que l’any passat La Paeria de Balaguer ha presentat la 28a temporada d’Arts Escèniques del Teatre Municipal. Per aquest cicle de tardor 2025 s’han programat una vintena de propostes entre el 13 de setembre i el 20 de desembre. Entre les obres destaca en el marc de les Festes del Sant Crist, l’obra ‘Les Mares’ de Fel Faixedas i Carles Xuriguera. Per a públic infantil destaca l’espectacle ‘Mac, Mec, Mic!’ que es podrà veure en exclusiva a les terres de Ponent els dies 15 i 16 de novembre, i del qual se’n faran 4 funcions durant el cap de setmana La sala d’exposicions Estudi 76, ubicada a la casa de la Paeria, acull l’exposició ‘Entre textures, llum i experimentació’ d’Agustí Sellart Tiurana organitza el 5è Festival Astronòmic Starlight entre els dies 4 i 10 d’agost. Les activitats, que aquest any comptaran amb un dia més, començaran aquest dilluns, 4 d’agost amb ‘Cinema sota les estrelles’, amb la projecció de la pel•lícula ‘Asteroid City’, al mirador de la façana de l’església de Sant PereDescarregar àudio (32:50 min / 15 MB)
The Democratic Alliance (DA) in KwaZulu-Natal has welcomed the arrest of two more suspects in connection with the December 2023 murder of Umngeni Municipality Chief Whip, Nhlalayenza Ndlovu. Ndlovu was shot dead at his Mpophomeni home near Howick. This brings the total number of suspects arrested to five. The initial three Thobani Hlongwa, Khayelihle Shabalala, and Nxamalala induna Zwelithini Buthelezi are due back in the Howick Magistrate's Court today. Elvis Presslin spoke to Francois Rodgers KZN provincial leader of the Democratic Alliance, and the MEC of finance in the province
Five by Five | The Podcast for The ALPA Pilots of Frontier Airlines, We Hear You Loud and Clear
Understanding ALPA Structure, FPL, and Strategic Planning: Insights from Airline Union Leaders In this episode of Five by Five, host Captain Jason DuVernay is joined by Captain Sean Creed, Vice President–Administration/Secretary and Jade Schiewe, Executive Vice President, Group B1. As Vice President–Administration/Secretary, Sean Creed executes the policies of the Association's governing bodies and acts as custodian for all ALPA documents, contracts, leases, property deeds, and general records. He oversees ALPA's membership programs and serves as an ex officio member of the Association's Election and Ballot Certification Board. Most recently, Creed acted as ALPA's national resource coordinator and executive vice president–Group A for the Spirit Airlines pilots. Based in Chicago, Ill., he flies the Airbus A321. He's been a member of ALPA's National Strategic Planning Committee, Strategic Preparedness and Strike Committee, and the Leadership Committee. During his tenure with Spirit, he has served as both Master Executive Council (MEC) and Local Executive Council (LEC) secretary-treasurer. He was also a member of his MEC and LEC Grievance Committees. Jade Schiewe is based in Detroit, Mich., Capt. Schiewe is a Bombardier CRJ900 pilot for Endeavor and serves as Executive Vice President, Group B1, ALPA's National Resource Coordinator and a member of the Association's Strategic Planning Committee and the Structure, Services, and Finance Review Committee. In addition, Capt. Schiewe acts as his pilot group's Master Executive Council (MEC) Chair and previously served as its MEC Secretary-Treasurer and a member of its Professional Standards and Accident Investigation committees. He was also a volunteer for the Critical Incident Response Program. With elections around the corner we sit down to discuss the intricate workings of the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA). They discuss topics such as the importance of ALPA's bottom-up structure, the role of Local Executive Councils (LECs) and Master Executive Councils (MECs), and the significance of member participation in governance. The conversation also explores the strategic planning process, the utility of Flight Pay Loss (FPL) for union volunteers, and how ALPA supports pilot groups through efforts like the Major Contingency Fund (MCF). Tune in to gain valuable insights into ALPA's operations, the role of volunteers, and the ways members can get involved and make impactful contributions. 00:30 Introduction and Guest Introductions 01:25 Overview of ALPA 301 02:19 Understanding LEC and MEC Structures 04:30 Roles and Responsibilities of MEC Officers 10:12 Importance of Pilot Participation 14:51 Effective Communication and Representation 28:49 Strategic Planning and Committee Operations 36:35 Addressing Dysfunction and Trust Issues 37:45 Importance of Honest Conversations 38:44 Role of SWOT Analysis in Strategic Planning 40:49 Communicating with Local Members 43:08 Evolution of the Strategic Planning Process 46:01 Role of The Strategic Planning & Member Resources Department in Strategic Planning 47:54 Funding and Support for Strategic Planning 56:48 Flight Pay Loss (FPL) Explained 01:04:55 Challenges and Commitment of Volunteers 01:13:17 Call for Volunteers and Closing Remarks SUBSCRIBE Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Hosted by Captain Jason DuVernay
Hoje falo sobre mecânicos honestos, sobre o despedimento do Stephen Colbert e sobre apertos de mão transpirados.——————————————————00:00 - Introdução01:06 - Mecânicos honestos03:56 - O Stephen Colbert foi despedido? E agora?12:22 - Apertos de mão transpirados14:52 - Conclusão
MEC anuncia refinanciamento de dividas do FIES
In this week's Engage Weekly episode, producer Adam Uhan covers key developments across the MEC. Topics include Delta's failure to meet the automation deadline under the Click to Sick settlement. Pilots will want to listen to the interview with Contract Administration & Enforcement Chair Mark Hinczynski to learn ALPA's next steps. Also in this episode:Continuous Line Operations Safety Audit (C-LOSA) becomes official$49 million in dues refunds headed back to pilotsALPA's presence at OshkoshContract prep resources, survey updates, and how to stay engaged with the new Telegram appTune in to stay informed, stay protected, and stay engaged.
A Secretaria do Estado da Educação de São Paulo lançou um campeonato para incentivar a competição entre alunos pela melhor nota em uma prova nacional feita pelo Ministério da Educação (MEC). A iniciativa ganhou o nome de “Brasileirão Saeb”, em referência ao Sistema de Avaliação da Educação Básica (Saeb). As turmas que se saírem melhor no processo de preparação para o exame, previsto para outubro, vão um receber um troféu. Além disso, um prêmio em dinheiro será distribuído aos grêmios estudantis das escolas com melhor colocação no exame nacional. Renata Cafardo analisa o assunto em conversa com Emanuel Bomfim e Leandro Cacossi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Na terceira edição deste boletim você confere:- Investimentos de empresas americanas no Brasil crescem 230 por cento na última década; - Senacon notifica Carrefour e Enjoei por venda e anúncio de cigarros eletrônicos;- Depois de anunciar falta de verba, MEC afirma que vai conseguir comprar todos os livros didáticos para 2026. O Boletim Rádio Gazeta Online é um conteúdo produzido diariamente com as principais notícias do Brasil e do mundo. Esta edição contou com a apresentação das monitoras Maju Blanes e Maria Clara Pinheiro, do curso de Jornalismo.Escute agora!
Nos vemos en Summit Regias el 5 de septiembre en el nuevo Hotel Intercontinental. Asegura tu entrada aquí: https://www.summitregias.com/ Habla golpeado, como buena regia, y tiene la cabeza entrenada para resolver, incluso cuando la vida se incendia, como se incendió –literalmente– el negocio de su familia cuando era adolescente.Ella no contaba con un patrimonio resuelto, pero sí con la ambición bien colocada, una hija pequeña, un pasaporte listo y la convicción de que podía quedarse con un puesto. Resultado: hoy dirige con éxito la planta más grande del mundo de una de las marcas más queridas del planeta.Lidera a 6 mil personas con una mezcla singular de humildad, orden y fuerza. Vive entre traslados y viajes, negociaciones, inversiones. Está sentada en mesas importantísimas, mantiene relaciones de mucho nivel y maneja temas logísticos de impacto global que le quitan el sueño.Pero también sabe estar leyendo rico o sentada frente a la tele “viendo lo que hay”. Ahí también aparece su forma de estar en el mundo: con la puerta abierta a la sorpresa.Hay formas de mandar que no hacen ruido. Esta es una de ellas.Acerca deNancy Sánchez Moya es egresada de la carrera de Ingeniero Mecánico Administrador de la Facultad de Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica de la Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León. En 2009 comenzó a trabajaren Grupo LEGO para formar parte del equipo de calidad en moldeado
Habla golpeado, como buena regia, y tiene la cabeza entrenada para resolver, incluso cuando la vida se incendia, como se incendió –literalmente– el negocio de su familia cuando era adolescente.Ella no contaba con un patrimonio resuelto, pero sí con la ambición bien colocada, una hija pequeña, un pasaporte listo y la convicción de que podía quedarse con un puesto. Resultado: hoy dirige con éxito la planta más grande del mundo de una de las marcas más queridas del planeta.Lidera a 6 mil personas con una mezcla singular de humildad, orden y fuerza. Vive entre traslados y viajes, negociaciones, inversiones. Está sentada en mesas importantísimas, mantiene relaciones de mucho nivel y maneja temas logísticos de impacto global que le quitan el sueño.Pero también sabe estar leyendo rico o sentada frente a la tele “viendo lo que hay”. Ahí también aparece su forma de estar en el mundo: con la puerta abierta a la sorpresa.Hay formas de mandar que no hacen ruido. Esta es una de ellas.Acerca deNancy Sánchez Moya es egresada de la carrera de Ingeniero Mecánico Administrador de la Facultad de Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica de la Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León.En 2009 comenzó a trabajar en Grupo LEGO para formar parte del equipo de calidad en moldeado de plástico. Posteriormente, ascendió a distintas posiciones, incluyendo Directora de Calidad, Directora Senior y vicepresidenta encargada de la planta de moldeo del Grupo LEGO en Monterrey y de la planta de decoración y ensamble en Kladno, República Checa. Actualmente, Nancy es la Directora General y Vicepresidenta Senior responsable de las plantas de América del Grupo LEGO, ubicadas en Monterrey, México y en el estado de Virginia en Estados Unidos.Fue galardonada con el premio “Wonder Woman in the Toy Industry” en la ciudad de Nueva York en febrero de 2019 y en marzo del 2020 recibió la Medalla Ingeniera Alicia Margarita Torres Villanueva como reconocimiento a la Mujer en el desempeño Profesional por parte de la Facultad de Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica de la UANL. Fue la segunda Ingeniera en recibir el reconocimiento de excelencia en el Servicio del Sector Privado por parte del Colegio de Ingenieros Mecánicos, Eléctricos y Electricistas de Nuevo Leon A.C. en el marco del Día Nacional del Ingeniero 2024.En septiembre de 2024 fue reconocida como “Mujer Excepcional, creando un mejor mundo para todos” por el Women Economic Forum. En noviembre de 2024 recibió el galardón a “Women in Leadership” por parte del Inc MTY. Actualmente forma parte del del cuerpo Directivo de CAINTRA, donde es Vicepresidenta de la Cámara y Presidenta de la Comisión de la Educación Técnica.
Na primeira edição deste boletim você confere:-Representante do Itamaraty classifica tarifas de Trump como arbitrárias e caóticas; - Em post irônico contra imigração, embaixada americana no Brasil faz referência ao filme E.T.; - MEC vai comprar livros de português e matemática para 2026 de forma escalonada para tentar contornar falta de verba. O Boletim Rádio Gazeta Online é um conteúdo produzido diariamente com as principais notícias do Brasil e do mundo. Esta edição contou com a apresentação das monitoras Maju Blanes e Maria Clara Pinheiro, do curso de Jornalismo.Escute agora!
Over 400 families are living in shacks at Seaview Cemetery in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, with some households built directly on graves. The settlements, which began forming in 1981, have grown as families previously relocated to Welbedacht in Chatsworth in the early 2000s have returned, alongside new informal structures. The eThekwini Municipality is now urging residents to respect the sacred nature of cemeteries. For more, Elvis Presslin spoke to Ndabezinhle Sibiya, spokesperson for the MEC for Transport and Human Settlements in KwaZulu-Natal
La vida y experiencias de Silvia Labayru, una mujer argentina que fue secuestrada y torturada durante la dictadura militar de los años setenta. A través de conversaciones, recuerdos y testimonios de ella misma y de personas cercanas, se aborda su tiempo en la ESMA (Escuela de Mecánica de la Armada), el nacimiento de su hija Vera en cautiverio, su exilio en España y su compleja reintegración a la vida después de esos eventos. El texto también examina las percepciones variadas sobre su supervivencia y su supuesta "colaboración", y cómo estas narrativas afectaron sus relaciones personales y su identidad, así como las secuelas psicológicas y emocionales de sus vivencias. Finalmente, se muestra su lucha por la independencia, su visión crítica de la militancia y su búsqueda de paz y estabilidad en el presente.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/audio-libros-master/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Na terceira edição deste boletim você confere:- Governo sanciona lei que amplia o direito a reconstrução mamária no SUS; - Brasil se classifica para fase final da Liga das Nações de Vôlei; - MEC prorroga data de inscrição para exames para formandos em medicina; O Boletim Rádio Gazeta Online é um conteúdo produzido diariamente com as principais notícias do Brasil e do mundo. Esta edição contou com a apresentação do monitor Juan Victor Wells, do curso de Rádio, TV e Internet e da monitora Maju Blanes, do curso de Jornalismo.Escute agora!
Apesar de melhorarem seus resultados e atingirem suas metas de alfabetização de crianças, a capital paulista ficou 17º lugar no ranking de capitais e o Estado, em 13º. Os dados foram divulgados nesta sexta-feira, 11, pelo Ministério da Educação (MEC). Além disso, nem o Estado nem a cidade conseguiram ter um índice de estudantes alfabetizados maior que a média nacional. Renata Cafardo analisa o levantamento em conversa com Emanuel Bomfim e Leandro Cacossi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summary In this article, I argue most of the interesting cross-cause prioritization decisions and conclusions rest on philosophical evidence that isn't robust enough to justify high degrees of certainty that any given intervention (or class of cause interventions) is “best” above all others. I hold this to be true generally because of the reliance of such cross-cause prioritization judgments on relatively weak philosophical evidence. In particular, the case for high confidence in conclusions on which interventions are all things considered best seems to rely on particular approaches to handling normative uncertainty. The evidence for these approaches is weak and different approaches can produce radically different recommendations, which suggest that cross-cause prioritization intervention rankings or conclusions are fundamentally fragile and that high confidence in any single approach is unwarranted. I think the reliance of cross-cause prioritization conclusions on philosophical evidence that isn't robust has been previously underestimated in EA circles [...] ---Outline:(00:14) Summary(06:03) Cause Prioritization Is Uncertain and Some Key Philosophical Evidence for Particular Conclusions is Structurally Weak(06:11) The decision-relevant parts of cross-cause prioritization heavily rely on philosophical conclusions(09:26) Philosophical evidence about the interesting cause prioritization questions is generally weak(17:35) Aggregation methods disagree(21:27) Evidence for aggregation methods is weaker than empirical evidence of which EAs are skeptical(24:07) Objections and Replies(24:11) Aren't we here to do the most good? / Aren't we here to do consequentialism? / Doesn't our competitive edge come from being more consequentialist than others in the nonprofit sector?(25:28) Can't I just use my intuitions or my priors about the right answers to these questions? I agree philosophical evidence is weak so we should just do what our intuitions say(27:27) We can use common sense / or a non-philosophical approach and conclude which cause area(s) to support. For example, it's common sense that humanity going extinct would be really bad; so, we should work on that(30:22) I'm an anti-realist about philosophical questions so I think that whatever I value is right, by my lights, so why should I care about any uncertainty across theories? Can't I just endorse whatever views seem best to me?(31:52) If the evidence in philosophy is as weak as you say, this suggests there are no right answers at all and/or that potentially anything goes in philanthropy. If you can't confidently rule things out, wouldn't this imply that you can't distinguish a scam charity from a highly effective group like Against Malaria Foundation?(34:08) I have high confidence in MEC (or some other aggregation method) and/or some more narrow set of normative theories so cause prioritization is more predictable than you are suggesting despite some uncertainty in what theories I give some credence to(41:44) Conclusion (or well, what do I recommend?)(44:05) AcknowledgementsThe original text contained 20 footnotes which were omitted from this narration. --- First published: July 3rd, 2025 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/nwckstt2mJinCwjtB/we-should-be-more-uncertain-about-cause-prioritization-based --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO. ---Images from the article:Apple Podcasts and Spotify do not show images in the episode description. Try Pocket Casts, or another podcast app.
Trump diz que vai taxar em 10% países que se 'alinharem às políticas do Brics' . Encerramento do Brics tem nova 'foto de família' e sessão sobre meio ambiente, COP30 e saúde global; veja destaques do 1º dia. Novos vídeos mostram ataques a ônibus em São Paulo; polícia busca autores de vandalismo. Vídeos mostram perseguição a jovem morto suspeito de furtar chocolate. MEC divulga hoje resultado da 1ª chamada do Prouni; veja como acessar. CNU 2025: vagas com maiores salários do concurso pagam a partir de R$ 11 mil; veja a lista.
You've probably heard about Modified Endowment Contracts (MECs) and wondered what all the fuss is about. Many people fear creating a MEC with their life insurance policy, but they don't really understand what it means or how it happens. In this episode, we break down the history behind MECs and why they were created in the first place. You'll learn how universal life insurance in the 1970s and 80s led to tax shelter abuses that prompted Congress to establish new rules. We explain exactly what happens when a policy becomes a MEC and what tax consequences you'll face. You'll discover that it's all about putting too much money into a policy relative to its death benefit, not just paying too much in general. You'll learn about the seven-pay test and how insurance companies track MEC compliance for you. We share real examples of how companies notify customers when they're approaching MEC limits and help them stay compliant. We also discuss the few situations where you might accidentally create a MEC, particularly with certain term riders attached to whole life policies. Plus, you'll find out when creating a MEC might actually be intentional and beneficial. The bottom line? You don't need to lose sleep over accidentally creating a MEC because insurance companies actively monitor this for you. ______________________________ Ready to learn more about life insurance strategies that work for your situation? Contact us today to discuss your specific needs and get personalized guidance.
No episódio de hoje, recebemos Lucas Souto Ribeiro, mestre em Política e Relações Internacionais pela Universidad Sergio Arboleda (Colômbia). Com experiência na Câmara de Comércio Colombo-Brasileira, é tradutor de livros, escritor acadêmico e colabora com o jornal Brasil Sem Medo e o portal ADN Cuba. Lucas apresenta seu livro Revolução Cubana & Ditadura Castrista, chamado por ele de “o livro proibido pelo MEC”, onde questiona narrativas e distorções históricas presentes na educação brasileira. Prepare-se para uma conversa provocadora sobre liberdade e verdades ocultas. ..................................................................................................................................
Our guest this week is the poster boy for educational software going massively mainstream, Phillip Bouchard. Starting in the world of mainframes he created a worldwide hit on Apple II and beyond. We talk Apple getting kickstarted and science for fun and profit this week!Episode Highlights[00:00:00] The Legacy of The Oregon Trail: Still Remembered 40 Years Later Philip reflects on the surprising longevity of The Oregon Trail, a game still remembered decades after its release and played by new generations.[00:08:00] Dysentery and Game Design: Origins of a Legendary Game Over Screen Discover how the infamous “You have died of dysentery” message became part of the 1985 version—and why it wasn't in the original 1971 text-only release.[00:13:00] Building the Classic Version: Small Team, Big Impact Learn how a five-person team crafted the Apple II version that defined The Oregon Trail, combining educational goals with entertaining gameplay.[00:20:00] From Text to Graphics: A Full Redesign for Apple II Philip explains how the 1985 version was a complete rebuild with new code, visual assets, and expanded simulations—leaving the original codebase behind.[00:25:00] State-Owned Software: The Story of MEC and Minnesota's Role Explore how Minnesota's state-funded organization MEC developed and distributed The Oregon Trail, influencing early educational software nationwide.[00:36:00] Instant School Success: How Teacher Demand Took Over After initially launching only in the home market, teacher demand led to widespread adoption of The Oregon Trail in classrooms across North America.[00:41:00] Life After Oregon Trail: From Munchers to Broderbund Philip talks about his post-Oregon Trail career, including work on the Munchers series and his time at Broderbund and McGraw-Hill.[00:45:00] Writing, AI Art, and Retirement: Philip's Current Creative Life Now retired, Philip shares his passion for writing science books, experimenting with AI art, and staying curious across new creative hobbies.Thank you for listening to our podcast all about videogames and the amazing people who bring them to life!Hosted by Alexander Seropian and Aaron MarroquinFind us at www.thefourthcurtain.com Join our Patreon for early, ad-free episodes plus bonus content at https://patreon.com/FourthCurtain Come join the conversation at https://discord.gg/KWeGE4xHfeVideos available at https://www.youtube.com/@thefourthcurtainFollow us on Twitter: @fourthcurtainEdited and mastered at https://noise-floor.com Audio Editor: Bryen HensleyVideo Editor: Sarkis GrigorianProducer: Shanglan (May) LiArt: Paul RusselCommunity Manager: Doug ZartmanFeaturing Liberation by 505
No episódio de hoje, recebemos Lucas Souto Ribeiro, mestre em Política e Relações Internacionais pela Universidad Sergio Arboleda (Colômbia). Com experiência na Câmara de Comércio Colombo-Brasileira, é tradutor de livros, escritor acadêmico e colabora com o jornal Brasil Sem Medo e o portal ADN Cuba. Lucas apresenta seu livro Revolução Cubana & Ditadura Castrista, chamado por ele de “o livro proibido pelo MEC”, onde questiona narrativas e distorções históricas presentes na educação brasileira. Prepare-se para uma conversa provocadora sobre liberdade e verdades ocultas. ..................................................................................................................................
O Opinião desta semana, apresentado por Rita Lisauskas, debate a criação de novas faculdades de medicina ao redor do Brasil e o seu impacto na profissão. Em 2025, foi estabelecido pelo MEC que um novo exame anual será realizado pelo governo federal para avaliar a qualidade dos cursos de medicina no Brasil. A mesma prova também poderá ser utilizada por quem quiser tentar vagas de residência médica. Para comentar mais a fundo o tema, recebemos a cardiologista e professora titular do HC-FMUSP, Ludhmila Hajjar e o Diretor Científico da Associação Médica Brasileira - AMB - José Eduardo Lutaifi Dolci.#TVCultura #Jornalismo #Medicina #Faculdade #Opinião ▶️ BAIXE O APLICATIVO CULTURA PLAY ▶️Play Store: http://bit.ly/3KUUHhIApple Store: http://apple.co/3LgEK72Inscreva-se no canal e clique no sininho para ser notificado das novidades!Siga as redes do Jornalismo TV Cultura!Facebook: / jornalismotvcultura Twitter: / jornal_cultura Instagram: / jornalismotvcultura TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jornalismotvc...Site: https://tvcultura.com.br/
Duda straszy Polaków rewolucją. Mówi to w kontekście ponownego przeliczenia głosów. Premier Tusk mówi o 800 komisjach, w których jest podejrzenie fałszerstwa. Mec. Giertych wzywa Bodnara do działania. Tymczasem Manowska, prezes Sądu Najwyższego, bagatelizuje protesty i narzeka, że pracownicy Sądu musieli pracować w długi weekend. Porozmawiamy także o amerykańskim ataku na Iran. #IPPTVNaŻywo #wybory2025 #polityka #IranVsIzrael ----------------------------------------------------
Engage Weekly is back with host F/O Adam Uhan as he provides key updates, news, and information from the Delta MEC's week. Tune in to also hear an update from the Delta MEC Chair, Capt. Eric Criswell, as he recaps the MEC's June 2025 regular meeting, current issues facing the pilot group, and plans for Section 6 negotiations just around the corner.Have a great weekend, everyone – see you next week!
In this episode, host F/O Ryan Argenta and Training Committee Chair, F/O Charlie Mader, unpack a growing pattern of dysfunction in Delta's Training Planning Department. Based on a steady stream of pilot reports, we highlight how disorganized scheduling, vague guidance, poor hotel logistics, and a lack of proper training support are creating avoidable obstacles for pilots — and undermining the standards outlined in the PWA. While our instructors remain professional and committed, it's clear that deeper issues in management's planning priorities and accountability are affecting pilot readiness and operational trust. We break down key concerns, explain what pilots need to watch for and what to do when affected, and discuss how the MEC is pushing for real solutions. Topics include:No-notice schedule changes and lack of required communicationInadequate hotel accommodations and rest protectionMissing seat supportPWA compliance concerns and ongoing grievancesWhat pilots can do now to protect themselves and push for change Delta pilots deserve a training system that works as hard as they do — this episode lays out what needs to change and how we get there.
Aubrey converses with Zolile Williams, MEC for COGTA in the Eastern Cape, to give us an update on what’s happening on the ground with regards to the floods and cleaning up that’s presently taking place in the Eastern Cape and how the situation has been managed. The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Host F/O Adam Uhan wraps up the MEC's week with news and information for the Delta pilot group. Have a great weekend, everyone – see you next week!
La historia de un concierto fallido y un público exaltado que quería venganza ECDQEMSD podcast episodio 6062 Denme 2 Minutos Conducen: El Pirata y El Sr. Lagartija https://canaltrans.com Noticias del Mundo: Caos en Los Ángeles California - La caza de migrantes - Trump vuelve a amenazar a Musk - El gobernador Gavin Newsom - Crisis en Bolivia - Japoneses a la Luna - Cyborg Policial Tai 1.0 - Mastantuono al Real Madrid - La canción del sistema solar Historias Desintegradas: Un festival punk inolvidable - Un retraso - Arden las gradas - Buscando a los músicos - Mecánico relax - Linda Carter - Aceite de motor - Un historial turbio - La Pesada del Rock - Cómprese otro vehículo - El payaso asustador - Trauma cumpleañero - Inundaciones en Toluca - Botas para lluvia - Impuso y Arte Contemporáneo - Escudo de Armas - Heráldica - El modernismo - Seguridad vial y más... En Caso De Que El Mundo Se Desintegre - Podcast no tiene publicidad, sponsors ni organizaciones que aporten para mantenerlo al aire. Solo el sistema cooperativo de los que aportan a través de las suscripciones hacen posible que todo esto siga siendo una realidad. Gracias Dragones Dorados!! NO AI: ECDQEMSD Podcast no utiliza ninguna inteligencia artificial de manera directa para su realización. Diseño, guionado, música, edición y voces son de nuestra completa intervención humana.
Cris e Elaine, são Terapeutas Sistêmicas, Mentoras, escritoras, palestrantes, especialistas em neurociência, juntas já há mais de 20 anos de jornada, desenvolveram o Método ROO ( reprogramação da ousadia original) certificado pelo MEC e muitos outros cursos, imersões com foco em autoconhecimento, alinhamento carreira e propósito para uma vida mais leve, feliz e realizada. Para pode conhecer pouco mais sobre seu trabalho através do Instagram @tornarmeeuMeditação na prática https://tornarme.com.br/plenamente/Adquira nosso livro “cadê você?”https://tornarme.com.br/livro-cade-voce/
For this week's Engage Weekly episode, F/O Adam Uhan steps in to wrap up the MEC's week with news and information for the Delta pilot group. Have a great weekend, everyone – see you next week!Show Notes: Learn more about the Mental Health in Aviation Act (H.R. 2591) and see how you can advocate for pilot mental health!
In this exclusive interview, I chat with Peter Hlynsky, CEO of MEC (Mountain Equipment Company), one of Canada's most iconic outdoor retailers. Peter shares his remarkable journey from CFO to CEO over five years at MEC, detailing his passion for the outdoors that initially drew him to the company rather than retail specifically.MEC's origin story is captivating - it began in the early 1970s, when University of British Columbia students drove to REI in Washington, bought climbing gear, and sold it from their van on campus. This evolved into Canada's premier outdoor retail cooperative with 21 stores by 2020, becoming what Peter describes as "a candy store for the outdoors."The company's unique employee culture sets MEC apart in the competitive outdoor retail landscape. Staff members genuinely live the lifestyle they sell through "Rad Days" - paid outdoor adventures where employees test gear and bring back real-world experiences. This authentic product knowledge enables staff to provide honest recommendations, sometimes even steering customers away from products that don't fit their specific needs.Peter discusses MEC's significant transformation from a member-owned cooperative to a private company, maintaining the "member" terminology and benefits that resonate with Canadian consumers. The recently relaunched membership program includes purchase-based discounts, exclusive access to popular store events, and MEC's legendary "rock solid guarantee" - one of the industry's most comprehensive return policies.A significant development is MEC's return to Canadian ownership after being acquired by private equity in 2020. Peter and Chief Merchandising Officer Chris Beyer joined the new Canadian ownership group, led by Tim Gu, bringing manufacturing expertise that is particularly valuable for MEC's private label products, which comprise one-third of their business alongside branded products from Patagonia, Arc'teryx, and Yeti.The merchandising strategy balances premium branded products with MEC's highly-regarded private label offerings, providing similar quality at lower prices without wholesale markups. This combination creates a compelling value proposition that competitors struggle to match.Looking ahead, Peter sees significant growth opportunities as competitors exit the market following the COVID-19 pandemic. Atmosphere closed standalone stores, and regional players shuttered operations, creating organic growth potential. MEC plans opportunistic store expansion in underserved Canadian markets, capitalizing on available real estate from retailer closures.Peter's retail advice emphasizes focusing relentlessly on core competencies rather than chasing trending business models. For MEC, this means maintaining its specialty outdoor retailer identity through exceptional in-store service, curated product assortments, and a consistent customer experience across all channels.The episode highlights how authentic brand positioning, employee engagement, and customer-centric policies can sustain competitive advantages in challenging retail environments. MEC's successful transition from a cooperative to a company while preserving its brand values demonstrates effective change management in retail transformation. Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fifth year in a row, the National Retail Federation has designated Michael as on their Top Retail Voices for 2025, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.
The three episodes of this podcast involve me and my friend/ classmate reflecting back on our first years and college and how far we have came. What the experience was like attending a CUNY college in NYC.
Host F/O Ryan Argenta wraps up the MEC's week with news and information for the Delta pilot group. Have a great weekend, everyone – see you next week!
The three episodes of this podcast involve me and my friend/ classmate reflecting back on our first years and college and how far we have came. What the experience was like attending a CUNY college in NYC.
Debate da Super Manhã: Cursos superiores de Medicina, Direito, Odontologia, Enfermagem e Psicologia só poderão ser ofertados no formato presencial. É o determina o Ministério da Educação (MEC), que revisou as regras para a oferta de educação a distância (EaD). No debate desta segunda-feira (26), a comunicadora Natalia Ribeiro conversa com os nossos convidados para falar das determinações e os objetivos do MEC sobre o ensino a distância, os desafios da modalidade no processo educacional e a formação de profissionais no Brasil. Participam o secretário-geral do Conselho Regional de Medicina de Pernambuco (Cremepe), Miguel Arcanjo, o vice-presidente da Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil Seccional Pernambuco (OAB-PE), Schamkypou Bezerra, e o vice-presidente do Conselho Regional de Odontologia de Pernambuco (CRO-PE), João Godoy.
Host F/O Ryan Argenta wraps up the MEC's week with the following news for the Delta pilot group. Highlights: U.S. Navy to conduct GPS interference testing May 22-27 affecting Washington, New York, Atlanta, Jacksonville, and Miami centers. The Engage podcast interviews the Scheduling Committee on short call issues. Congratulations and fleet pins go out to five new winners for the MEC News' Rotation of the Week! Look for a new quiz in this week's MEC News.The CASC's Positive Safety Culture Survey is also in this week's newsletter. Fill out the survey to help improve Delta's safety culture!Don't forget about the vacation move-up deadline: June 1 at 8 a.m. EDT. Lastly, in honor of this upcoming Memorial Day, the Delta MEC honors all who have served, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The Engage team wishes everyone a fun and safe weekend.
After months of rumors and speculation, on May 16th MEC finally announced that they have indeed been acquired. One of the group that has purchased MEC from Kingswood Capital Management is also their Chief Merchandising Officer, Chris Speyer. Today on the show Chris sits down with Colin and Eoin Comerford to talk about MEC's new ownership group, where the brand is and where it's going. (04:00)Then Colin is joined by Tania Lown-Hecht from the Outdoor Alliance who has an update on the plan to sell off hundreds of thousands of acres of public lands in Utah and Nevada. Spoiler alert: It's actually good news! (38:00)Click here to keep the pressure on congress!Check out hundreds of wildly cool products by visiting and shopping at Garage Grown Gear!Thanks for listening! The Rock Fight is a production of Rock Fight, LLC. Sign up for NEWS FROM THE FRONT, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter by heading to www.rockfight.co and clicking Join The Mailing List.Please follow and subscribe to The Rock Fight and give us a 5 star rating and a written review wherever you get your podcasts.Want to pick a fight with The Rock Fight? Send your feedback, questions, and comments to myrockfight@gmail.com.
In August 2024, the CDC updated its MEC. This included a recommendation for local anesthesia for IUD/S placement and also had guidance regarding misoprostol for that procedure. Coming up in July 2025, the ACOG will officially release a new clinical consensus on “Pain Management for In-Office Uterine and Cervical Procedures”. Are these recommendations similar to the CDC's? What about misoprostol? Was the non-use of local anesthesia for these office-based procedures rooted in racism and sexism? Listen in for details.
Five by Five | The Podcast for The ALPA Pilots of Frontier Airlines, We Hear You Loud and Clear
In response to the Frontier CEO's video from an airplane lavatory, an embarrassing lapse in professionalism, the Frontier pilots MEC is calling on management to address and correct a culture that prioritizes cost over quality, neglects employment empowerment, and is poorly perceived by the flying public. It is time to restore authority to captains and foster a true culture of caring and professionalism.
durée : 00:05:08 - L'ami.e du vendredi - par : Guillemette Odicino - Ce vendredi, Guillemette Odicino rend hommage à Rob Fleming, le héros du roman "Haute Fidélité", connu pour ses listes qui l'aident à tout remettre au lendemain.
Just over 5 years ago, Sarah Baker created an Instagram account that they hoped would evolve into something more. A couple of months later, they had connected with some other activists and filmmakers and launched a film festival of Earth Day shorts in 2020 - just weeks after the pandemic lockdown. Five years later, the group of volunteer creatives say they are Making Earth Cool with a “collective that creates content and events using science, comedy & creativity to educate & inspire people to be better stewards of our only home, Earth.” Baker joins us to talk about this year’s screening of short films, and the community activities MEC is spearheading, including a parade later in the week and what it calls a kind of spiritual “Earth Ceremony.”
On this new series from the Engage team, take a moment to get the highlights from the Delta MEC's week. Learn about ongoing hot topics, news, and events. This new series will also feature occasional quick takes from guests, including committee chairs, SMEs, and your MEC leadership.To learn more about these topics, please read our weekly MEC News. Don't forget to subscribe and send the Communications Committee a DART for topic ideas and your take on our episodes!