No species can be «rated» without the tongue in the cheek; the old categories of «useful» and «harmful» have validity only
as conditioned by time, place, and circumstance.
The early modern view of knowers as conditioned only by the known has given place to a far more insightful understanding of every act of knowledge
as conditioned by the particular historical, cultural, economic, gender, and racial situation.
Whitehead obviously viewed the applicability of the concept of a simple occasion
as conditioned by a complex process of «extensive division».
This means that the philosopher's penchant for systematicity (which is characteristic of the rule of reason) must be understood, not as a means for advancing our understanding of the world as a whole, but rather as a self - generated illusion of mind
as conditioned by the natural world.
Looked at from the point of view of its prehension of past occasions, an actual entity (say, in the personally ordered society of actual entities which constitute the «self» of a human being) can be viewed
as conditioned by, caused by, the other entities which it objectifies.
For full freedom of decision, the occasion needs all possible alternatives,
as conditioned by the past, including divine valuation.
Not exact matches
Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such forward - looking statements and that should be considered in evaluating our outlook include, but are not limited to, the following: 1) our ability to continue to grow our business and execute our growth strategy, including the timing, execution, and profitability of new and maturing programs; 2) our ability to perform our obligations under our new and maturing commercial, business aircraft, and military development programs, and the related recurring production; 3) our ability to accurately estimate and manage performance, cost, and revenue under our contracts, including our ability to achieve certain cost reductions with respect to the B787 program; 4) margin pressures and the potential for additional forward losses on new and maturing programs; 5) our ability to accommodate, and the cost of accommodating, announced increases in the build rates of certain aircraft; 6) the effect on aircraft demand and build rates of changing customer preferences for business aircraft, including the effect of global economic
conditions on the business aircraft market and expanding conflicts or political unrest in the Middle East or Asia; 7) customer cancellations or deferrals
as a result of global economic uncertainty or otherwise; 8) the effect of economic
conditions in the industries and markets in which we operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; 9) the success and timely execution of key milestones such
as the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals, including our ability to obtain in a timely fashion any required regulatory or other third party approvals for the consummation of our announced acquisition of Asco, and customer adherence to their announced schedules; 10) our ability to successfully negotiate, or re-negotiate, future pricing under our supply agreements with Boeing and our other customers; 11) our ability to enter into profitable supply arrangements with additional customers; 12) the ability of all parties to satisfy their performance requirements under existing supply contracts with our two major customers, Boeing and Airbus, and other customers, and the risk of nonpayment
by such customers; 13) any adverse impact on Boeing's and Airbus» production of aircraft resulting from cancellations, deferrals, or reduced orders
by their customers or from labor disputes, domestic or international hostilities, or acts of terrorism; 14) any adverse impact on the demand for air travel or our operations from the outbreak of diseases or epidemic or pandemic outbreaks; 15) our ability to avoid or recover from cyber-based or other security attacks, information technology failures, or other disruptions; 16) returns on pension plan assets and the impact of future discount rate changes on pension obligations; 17) our ability to borrow additional funds or refinance debt, including our ability to obtain the debt to finance the purchase price for our announced acquisition of Asco on favorable terms or at all; 18) competition from commercial aerospace original equipment manufacturers and other aerostructures suppliers; 19) the effect of governmental laws, such
as U.S. export control laws and U.S. and foreign anti-bribery laws such
as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the United Kingdom Bribery Act, and environmental laws and agency regulations, both in the U.S. and abroad; 20) the effect of changes in tax law, such
as the effect of The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the «TCJA») that was enacted on December 22, 2017, and changes to the interpretations of or guidance related thereto, and the Company's ability to accurately calculate and estimate the effect of such changes; 21) any reduction in our credit ratings; 22) our dependence on our suppliers,
as well
as the cost and availability of raw materials and purchased components; 23) our ability to recruit and retain a critical mass of highly - skilled employees and our relationships with the unions representing many of our employees; 24) spending
by the U.S. and other governments on defense; 25) the possibility that our cash flows and our credit facility may not be adequate for our additional capital needs or for payment of interest on, and principal of, our indebtedness; 26) our exposure under our revolving credit facility to higher interest payments should interest rates increase substantially; 27) the effectiveness of any interest rate hedging programs; 28) the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting; 29) the outcome or impact of ongoing or future litigation, claims, and regulatory actions; 30) exposure to potential product liability and warranty claims; 31) our ability to effectively assess, manage and integrate acquisitions that we pursue, including our ability to successfully integrate the Asco business and generate synergies and other cost savings; 32) our ability to consummate our announced acquisition of Asco in a timely matter while avoiding any unexpected costs, charges, expenses, adverse changes to business relationships and other business disruptions for ourselves and Asco
as a result of the acquisition; 33) our ability to continue selling certain receivables through our supplier financing program; 34) the risks of doing business internationally, including fluctuations in foreign current exchange rates, impositions of tariffs or embargoes, compliance with foreign laws, and domestic and foreign government policies; and 35) our ability to complete the proposed accelerated stock repurchase plan, among other things.
GOOGLE»S AI HELPS TO PREDICT CARDIOVASCULAR
CONDITIONS BY ANALYZING EYE SCANS: Google and Verily — Google - parent Alphabet's life sciences unit — are exploring new ways that artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to identify patients» risk of suffering from a cardiovascular event, such as a heart attack or stroke, according to a newly published study by the two Alphabet subsidiarie
BY ANALYZING EYE SCANS: Google and Verily — Google - parent Alphabet's life sciences unit — are exploring new ways that artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to identify patients» risk of suffering from a cardiovascular event, such
as a heart attack or stroke, according to a newly published study
by the two Alphabet subsidiarie
by the two Alphabet subsidiaries.
These statements are based on current estimates and assumptions made
by us in light of our experience and perception of historical trends, current
conditions and expected future developments,
as well
as other factors that we believe are appropriate and reasonable under the circumstances, but there can be no assurance that such estimates and assumptions will prove to be correct.
Whether your dry skin is caused
by some kind of
condition, like eczema, or if your protective barrier just doesn't work
as well
as others might, there are certain ingredients to look out for to soothe your chapped face.
This is what's known
as «a phantom traffic jam,» and according to new research out of MIT (hat tip to Lifehacker for the pointer), the phenomenon isn't caused
by ghosts (or even road
conditions).
Just this month,
as part of the first large - scale clinical trial of its kind, researchers working in rural India found that newborns who were given a synbiotic were at a substantially lower risk of developing sepsis, a potentially fatal
condition characterized
by severe infection.
Some small studies have suggested that synbiotics could provide benefits to a range of other
conditions influenced
by the gut microbiome
as well, including obesity, diabetes, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, but larger - scale clinical trials focusing on each of those
conditions are needed.
Make sure the test wasn't intended to expose such medical
conditions as schizophrenia and manic depression, both covered
by the ADA.
According to a lawsuit Quenneville filed later against Stanton, he was «abruptly and abusively» terminated in a phone call in 2011, and was told
by O'Brien that the firm was downsizing
as a result of difficult market
conditions.
According to a former cabinet minister who spoke on
condition of anonymity, the ministers acted
as a symbolic «rubber stamp» — the cabinet has no actual approval power — and accepted the plans presented to them
by the military.
For instance, Smith said, some taxpayers don't realize that an elderly person in their care could qualify
as a dependent if they meet certain
conditions imposed
by the IRS.
Although your breathlessness may be caused
by a medical
condition such
as asthma, allergies pneumonia, emphysema, or a heart
condition, it can also be a symptom of anxiety.
You agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless NBCUniversal, its affiliates and their respective directors, officers, employees and agents from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, suits or proceedings,
as well
as any and all losses, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable legal fees and costs) arising out of or accruing from (a) any breach of these terms, including any of the foregoing provisions, representations or warranties, and / or from your placement or transmission of any content onto NBCUniversal's servers, and / or from any and all use of your account; (b) any material posted or otherwise provided
by you (including without limitation User Content), or any other subscriber or user of your account that infringes any intellectual property right of any person or entity or defames any person or violates their rights of publicity or privacy; (c) any misrepresentation made
by you in connection with your use of the online services; and (d) any breach of any of the representation, warranties or other terms or
conditions relating to use of your User Content or the online services.
The fund manager insists it is time for the Fed to address this issue
by requiring compliance with a Fed surveillance team
as a
condition of primary dealer status.
Further, PDC urges you to carefully review and consider the cautionary statements and disclosures, specifically those under the heading «Risk Factors,» made in its Quarterly Report on Form 10 - Q, its Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (the «2016 Form 10 - K»), filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission («SEC») on February 28, 2017 and amended on May 1, 2018, and other filings with the SEC for further information on risks and uncertainties that could affect the Company's business, financial
condition, results of operations, and prospects, which are incorporated
by this reference
as though fully set forth herein.
Autopilot is marketed
by Tesla
as a semi-autonomous driving system rather than fully autonomous that handles all aspects of driving in certain
conditions without expectation of the driver's involvement.
BCRA - A would satisfy hard - line conservatives
by all - but - eliminating a health coverage entitlement; BCRA - B would be a kindler, gentler version that would keep some widely liked Obamacare provisions (such
as ensuring affordable coverage for those with pre-existing
conditions), trim Medicaid more gradually, and win the support of teetering moderates.
The company is selling a thing (the kit)
by saying it can provide «health reports on 254 diseases and
conditions,» including categories such
as «carrier status,» «health risks,» and «drug response,» and specifically
as a «first step in prevention» that enables users to «take steps toward mitigating serious diseases» such
as diabetes, coronary heart disease, and breast cancer...» Most of the uses «listed on your website, a list that has grown over time,» the FDA writes, «are medical device uses [for the] Personal Genome Service.»
Under optimal flying
conditions, it can temporarily reduce consumption
by as much
as 50 %.
They often suffer from both mental and physical health problems at a higher rate than workers in other industries
as a result of their working
conditions, which include operating under hard - nosed management practices and getting yelled at all day
by irate customers.
«You know I think the way we deal with the tax bill is
by being honest about it, saying across time the very significant tax reductions for groups and parts of our economy that really weren't needed will hurt the fiscal
condition of the country and put us in a bad position
as it relates to other priorities we have,» Delaney said.
That deal seems to have fallen largely
by the wayside,
as the heating and air
conditioning maker already let go of nearly 340 employees at the Indianapolis plant in July.
Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of economic
conditions in the industries and markets in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market
conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand in construction and in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry, levels of air travel, financial
condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather
conditions and natural disasters and the financial
condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired businesses into United Technologies» existing businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred
by United Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market
conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market
conditions and the level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of changes in political
conditions in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of changes in U.S. trade policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU, on general market
conditions, global trade policies and currency exchange rates in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to
as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of
conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other
conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger on the market price of United Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United Technologies being restricted in their operation of their businesses while the merger agreement is in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United Technologies» shares to be issued in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered
by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.
Prominent foundations, such
as ones set up
by heirs to Henry Ford and
by David Packard, have extensive
conditions put on them
by their entrepreneurial benefactors that significantly constrain their giving, says Galle.
The memory - eating disease, expected to afflict 15 million Americans
by 2060 (and tens of millions more around the world
as life expectancy increases), has no cure; a new drug for the
condition hasn't been approved in well over a decade; initially promising experimental treatments seem to be failing with clockwork regularity; and there's not even a definitive consensus on what, exactly, biopharma companies should focus on while developing Alzheimer's medicines.
Certain proposed transactions, including the divestiture of Humana's subsidiary, KMG America Corporation, the acquisition of a minority interest in Kindred Healthcare, Inc.'s Kindred at Home division
by Humana,
as well
as the acquisition of a minority interest in Curo Healthcare Services
by Humana are subject to various closing
conditions, including various regulatory approvals and customary closing
conditions,
as well
as other uncertainties, and there can be no assurances
as to whether and when these transactions may be completed.
Three hours have been set aside in the morning for Norway's most infamous inmate, who has previously decried his prison
conditions as «torture» though they are considered more than comfortable
by many.
The U.S. drugmaker Novum Pharma has raised the price of two of its skin care treatments that are commonly used to treat
conditions such
as eczema and acne to nearly $ 10,000, according to figures
by the Financial Times.
This wasn't unexpected, since the market was rising in just the right mix of
conditions: Volatility
as measured
by the Cboe's index was at historic lows, the GOP was set to pass the most comprehensive corporate - tax reform in decades, and economies around the world were in growth mode.
For instance, Smith said, some taxpayers don't realize that an elderly person in their care could qualify
as a dependent if they meet certain
conditions imposed
by the Internal Revenue Service.
«
As I lay in a dazed condition with my eyes closed (I experienced daylight as disagreeably bright) there surged upon me an uninterrupted stream of fantastic images of extraordinary plasticity and vividness and accompanied by an intense, kaleidoscope - like play of colors,» he continue
As I lay in a dazed
condition with my eyes closed (I experienced daylight
as disagreeably bright) there surged upon me an uninterrupted stream of fantastic images of extraordinary plasticity and vividness and accompanied by an intense, kaleidoscope - like play of colors,» he continue
as disagreeably bright) there surged upon me an uninterrupted stream of fantastic images of extraordinary plasticity and vividness and accompanied
by an intense, kaleidoscope - like play of colors,» he continued.
The symbolism of turning Michigan into a right - to - work state is strong because it is the home of the U.S. auto industry and the place where autoworkers first began to demand better wages and working
conditions in the assembly line automotive plants built
by industrial barons such
as Henry Ford in the 1920s.
Actual results, including with respect to our targets and prospects, could differ materially due to a number of factors, including the risk that we may not obtain sufficient orders to achieve our targeted revenues; price competition in key markets; the risk that we or our channel partners are not able to develop and expand customer bases and accurately anticipate demand from end customers, which can result in increased inventory and reduced orders
as we experience wide fluctuations in supply and demand; the risk that our commercial Lighting Products results will continue to suffer if new issues arise regarding issues related to product quality for this business; the risk that we may experience production difficulties that preclude us from shipping sufficient quantities to meet customer orders or that result in higher production costs and lower margins; our ability to lower costs; the risk that our results will suffer if we are unable to balance fluctuations in customer demand and capacity, including bringing on additional capacity on a timely basis to meet customer demand; the risk that longer manufacturing lead times may cause customers to fulfill their orders with a competitor's products instead; the risk that the economic and political uncertainty caused
by the proposed tariffs
by the United States on Chinese goods, and any corresponding Chinese tariffs in response, may negatively impact demand for our products; product mix; risks associated with the ramp - up of production of our new products, and our entry into new business channels different from those in which we have historically operated; the risk that customers do not maintain their favorable perception of our brand and products, resulting in lower demand for our products; the risk that our products fail to perform or fail to meet customer requirements or expectations, resulting in significant additional costs, including costs associated with warranty returns or the potential recall of our products; ongoing uncertainty in global economic
conditions, infrastructure development or customer demand that could negatively affect product demand, collectability of receivables and other related matters
as consumers and businesses may defer purchases or payments, or default on payments; risks resulting from the concentration of our business among few customers, including the risk that customers may reduce or cancel orders or fail to honor purchase commitments; the risk that we are not able to enter into acceptable contractual arrangements with the significant customers of the acquired Infineon RF Power business or otherwise not fully realize anticipated benefits of the transaction; the risk that retail customers may alter promotional pricing, increase promotion of a competitor's products over our products or reduce their inventory levels, all of which could negatively affect product demand; the risk that our investments may experience periods of significant stock price volatility causing us to recognize fair value losses on our investment; the risk posed
by managing an increasingly complex supply chain that has the ability to supply a sufficient quantity of raw materials, subsystems and finished products with the required specifications and quality; the risk we may be required to record a significant charge to earnings if our goodwill or amortizable assets become impaired; risks relating to confidential information theft or misuse, including through cyber-attacks or cyber intrusion; our ability to complete development and commercialization of products under development, such
as our pipeline of Wolfspeed products, improved LED chips, LED components, and LED lighting products risks related to our multi-year warranty periods for LED lighting products; risks associated with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures or investments generally; the rapid development of new technology and competing products that may impair demand or render our products obsolete; the potential lack of customer acceptance for our products; risks associated with ongoing litigation; and other factors discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended June 25, 2017, and subsequent reports filed with the SEC.
The auditing agency, established
by Congress and known
as the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, or SIGAR, revealed the new gag order in its latest three - month assessment of
conditions in Afghanistan.
But the issue escalates far beyond preference for many consumers, even going so far
as «buffer rage», a
condition described
as, «a state of uncontrollable fury or violent anger induced
by the delayed or interrupted enjoyment of streaming video content from over-the-top (OTT) services.»
Important factors that could cause our actual results and financial
condition to differ materially from those indicated in the forward - looking statements include, among others, the following: our ability to successfully and profitably market our products and services; the acceptance of our products and services
by patients and healthcare providers; our ability to meet demand for our products and services; the willingness of health insurance companies and other payers to cover Cologuard and adequately reimburse us for our performance of the Cologuard test; the amount and nature of competition from other cancer screening and diagnostic products and services; the effects of the adoption, modification or repeal of any healthcare reform law, rule, order, interpretation or policy; the effects of changes in pricing, coverage and reimbursement for our products and services, including without limitation
as a result of the Protecting Access to Medicare Act of 2014; recommendations, guidelines and quality metrics issued
by various organizations such
as the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, the American Cancer Society, and the National Committee for Quality Assurance regarding cancer screening or our products and services; our ability to successfully develop new products and services; our success establishing and maintaining collaborative, licensing and supplier arrangements; our ability to maintain regulatory approvals and comply with applicable regulations; and the other risks and uncertainties described in the Risk Factors and in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations sections of our most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10 - K and our subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10 - Q.
The auditing agency, established
by Congress and known
as the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, or SIGAR, revealed the new gag order in a three - month assessment of
conditions in Afghanistan released overnight.
That could include content shared
by animal rights groups to expose animal testing
conditions or animal abuse, or content that raises awareness of humanitarian crises around the world, such
as famine and the impact of war, according to Instagram.
Travel is controlled mostly
by an onboard tablet inside the pod - like cockpit — a passenger selects their flight destination, and then relaxes in the airborne vehicle's air -
conditioned cabin
as the 184 takes off, flies, and lands on its own.
Trump was not expected to put much emphasis in his talks with Xi on thorny issues like the disputed South China Sea and self - ruled Taiwan, claimed
by China
as its own, although the two presidents» aides may deal with those matters privately, the official told Reuters, speaking on
condition of anonymity.
«On the IPO side, favorable public market
conditions and stronger valuations are contributing to better quality IPOs for venture - backed companies
as evidenced
by the jump in dollars raised on the public markets,» NVCA Head of Research John Taylor said in a statement.
Ken Odeluga, a market analyst at City Index, told BI: «The key for the moment seems to be more about gold's role
as a counterweight to the dollar and, more precisely,
as the inverse of the Federal Reserve's willingness to create more ideal dollar
conditions by tightening policy.»
In the past, such
as when Comcast (CMCSA) obtained NBC in 2010, companies have been able to overcome such objections
by pledging to abide
by certain
conditions.
Stress,
as defined
by the Jobs Rated methodology, is determined
by 11 factors: travel, deadlines, working in the public eye, competitiveness, physical demands, environmental
conditions, hazards encountered, the life of oneself or others at risk, meeting and interacting with customers and / or the public, and the potential for job growth.