HIV Self Tests Market: Introduction

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Key Drivers of Global HIV Self Tests Market

Rise in prevalence of HIV is projected to increase the demand for HIV self testing kits, which, in turn, is anticipated to boost the growth of the market. According to the WHO, HIV continues to be a major global public health issue, having claimed more than 32 million lives so far. In 2018, 770,000 people died of HIV-related causes globally.

Rise in adoption rate of HIV self-tests is projected to drive the HIV self tests market during the forecast period

Increase in awareness about importance of HIV diagnosis is expected to drive the market during the forecast period. According to the United Nations University (UNU) estimates, the percentage of the world population above 65 years of age is anticipated to increase from 9% in 2010 to 16% by 2050.

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North America to Hold Major Share of Global HIV Self Tests Market

North America is a leading market for HIV self tests. Growth of the market in the U.S. can be attributed to increase in the seroprevalence of the disease in the country. The efforts to increase awareness about the adverse effects in certain cases if left undiagnosed and untreated contributes to the increase in demand for diagnosis. Growth of the market in the region can be attributed to the increase in adoption of HIV self tests kits by young individuals.

Governments of the European countries have favorable reimbursement policies. This is anticipated to propel the market in Europe during the forecast period. Health care reimbursement is reforming significantly, which is driving people to undertake HIV self testing.

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HIV self tests market in Asia Pacific is projected to grow at a rapid pace in the near future. India and China are anticipated to be lucrative markets for HIV self testing kits during the forecast period, owing to high prevalence of HIV. Increase in awareness and implementation of government programs for HIV testing in pregnant woman is driving the growth of the segment.

Inclination toward the use of self testing kits in medical practice and overall improvement in health care infrastructure are major factors boosting the HIV self tests market in Asia Pacific

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Key Players Operating in Global Market

Major players operating in the global HIV self tests market are:

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ROGERS, Ark. Registration is open for fall online training classes through University of Arkansas Professional and Workforce Development. Professional and Workforce Development provides quality online training classes and workshops virtually during this time of social distancing.

"U of A Professional and Workforce Development is excited to offer new courses and workshops in an online format that will allow you to advance your career and social distance at the same time," Nicole Zimmerman, marketing and education specialist for Professional and Workforce Development, said. "The fall lineup offers options of live-instructor led programs and self-paced courses."

Featured online training programs and courses include:

COVID-19 and the History of Pandemics Online, on-demand. Each of six modules explore the impact of a pandemic, including COVID-19, and how those pandemics altered the course of history. The cost is $25 per module.

2020 SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP Online, live stream and recorded sessions. This 15-week program runs 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, beginning Aug. 27. Prepare for SHRM certification exams to help establish yourself as a globally recognized human resource expert. The cost is $1,300.

Free Webinar Series Online, live stream beginning Sept. 3. Register for free, one-hour sessions on various topics, ranging from software basics to personal and professional improvement.

Innovative Management Series Online, live stream on Sept. 18. New and experienced managers can explore best practices and the practical 'how to' of management. The cost is $199.

APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Exam Prep Course Tuesday evenings, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 22 through Dec. 8. Gain premier certification for end-to-end supply chain management. The cost is $1,699.

Product Management Training Online, instructor led, 10 Thursday sessions from 8 to 9 a.m. from Oct. 1 to Dec. 3. This practical program helps management acquire skills and competencies to define, develop and launch products, services and features. The cost is $1,299.

NN/g User Experience (UX) Certification Program Online and live stream sessions from Oct. 2 through Nov. 13. This five-day workshop prepares you for exams to earn UX certification from Nielsen Norman Group. Register for all five workshop sessions for $1,999. Previous UX attendees can register for individual sessions for $399 each.

IT Readiness Program Six-month program begins Oct. 12. Earn entry-level certifications in front-end, back-end, and Java development. The cost is $2,999.

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U of A Professional and Workforce Development has temporarily shifted face-to-face training courses to online delivery to align with the U of A's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. All professional and workforce development classes, conferences and workshops for fall 2020 will be offered online. For a complete listing of courses, please visit the U of A Professional and Workforce Development website.

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CLEVELAND, Ohio Metallica has filmed a special concert that will be shown at drive-in theaters nationally on Saturday, Aug. 29. The Mayfield Road Drive-In in Chardon, the Blue Key Drive-In Theater in Wadsworth and the Magic City Drive-In Theater in Barberton will show the concert locally. Check ticketmaster.com/encore-metallica for times and tickets.

Other online events this week (all subject to change)

Country star Jason Aldean will deliver a virtual backyard performance at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, on Live Nations Twitter page (@LiveNation) as part of the companys Live From Home series.

San Franciscos Outside Lands goes virtual as Inside Lands, posting archival footage of performances by Jack White, Gorillaz, LCD Soundsystem, Anderson.Paak and many more Friday and Saturday, Aug. 28-29, on Twitch. More details via sfoutsidelands.com/insidelands/.

The British dance festival Creamfields, meanwhile, moves to the virtual realm this weekend with a House Party Edition at 7 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 29-30, with performances by Tiesto, Pete Tong, Fatboy Slim, Faithless, Jamie Jones, Carl Cox and many more. The party will be available via creamfields.com/houseparty, YouTube and Twitch.

String Cheese Incidents Friday Night Cheese comes from an Aug. 1, 2010 show at Hornings Hideout in North Plains, Ore., via nugs.tv. Tickets are $14.99.

South of Eden celebrates the release of its debut EP, The Talk, with a streaming show at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28 live from Flannagans in its native Columbus, Ohio, on the bands Facebook page and YouTube channel.

Chris Janson will perform as part of Live At The Ryman at 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, via ryman.com. Tickets start at $10.

Pianist Lafayette Gilchrist and saxophonist David Murray team up for livestreamed concerts from New Yorks Village Vanguard at 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 28-20. Access is $10. villagevanguard.com.

American Idol winner Lee DeWyze will stream live from the Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles at 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28. Tickets are $20 and available at viddd.co.

GRiZ hosts a Virtual Kulabunga! retreat online from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 29-30, via Zoom. The event includes sessions on creative writing. philosophy, yoga, self-improvement fitness and other subjects. Tickets are $38.50 via eventbrite.com. The retreat takes the place of the Camp Kulabunga GRiZ has staged in Ortonville since 2018.

Progstocks online series episode for Saturday, Aug. 29 features Melanie Mau and Martin Schnella, Potters Daughter and more. Tickets are available via stageit.com/ProgStock. More information and updates at ProgStock.com.

One Directions Liam Payne is back online with The LP Show Act 2 at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29 -- the singers 27th birthday. Tickets are pay-what-you-want via liampayne.veeps.com.

Hard rockers Trivium stream a free concert, The Deepest Cuts, at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29 -- live from the groups Orlando, Fla. rehearsal space -- via frontman Matt Heafys Twitch channel.

Los Angeles Leimert Park Jazz Festival goes virtual at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, via Facebook Live, with performances by Munyungo Jacksons Jungle Jazz Quartet, Michael ONeill & Friends, Dwight Trible and others. More details at leimertparkjazzfestival.com.

The Celtic troupe We Banjo 3 hosts its Follow The Light festival via livestream starting at 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, joined by Gaelic Storm, Sharon Shannon, Nathan Carter and the East Pointers. A variety of ticket packages can be found via webanjo3.com.

Heavy rock supergroup Down celebrates its 25th anniversary with The Quarter Century Throwdown at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, via livefrom.events.com. Tickets are $9.

Keb Mo plays four solo acoustic shows, one early and late each day, on Aug. 29-30 for City Winery in Nashville. Tickets and other information can be found via citywinery.com/nashville/.

The Avett Brothers celebrate the release of their new album, The Third Gleam, with a streaming concert from the Charlotte Motor Speedway in North Carolina at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29 via nugs.tv. Free, with HD and 4K versions available for $24.99 and $34.99 respectively.

Players such as Stanley Jordan, David Broza, Rory Block, Laurence Juber and more will be part of Muriel Andersons All Star Guitar Night, moving to virtual space (allstartguitarnight.com) at 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29 to benefit Guitars in the Classroom and Andersons Music for Life Alliance. Registration can be made at the shows web site.

Singer-songwriter Anders Osborne streams at 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, from Tipitinas in New Orleans via nugs.tv. $11.99.

Hard rockers Seether celebrate the release of a new album, Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum with a livestream concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30. Tickets start at $20 via seether.veeps.com.Pre- and post-show sessions are also available.

Singer-songwriter Pete Yorn hosts a full, acoustic performance of his 2003 album Day I Forgot at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30. Tickets start at $15 via peteyorn.veeps.com.

CAM, Lindsay Ell, Cassadee Pope, members of Dr. Dog and Gone West and others perform as part of Get Your Vote On! a free virtual concert at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, presented by the Nashville Action Committee and HeadCount.org via nugs.tv.

Chris Daughtry resumes its Live From Home virtual acoustic tour, performing from Nashville for the Machine Shop in Flint at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30. Tickets are $10, with VIP options, via daughtryofficial.com/events.

Peruvian-born singer Cecilia Noel will be joined by her husband, Men At Work frontman Colin Hay, and San Miguel Perez for an Ark Family Room streaming concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday Aug. 30 via theark.org/ark-family-room-series. Free, with donations accepted for the performers and venue.

Brandy and Monica, who teamed for The Boy is Mine in 1988, will join together again for Verzuz event at 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31 from Tyler Perry Studios, via Instagram Live.

Billboard magazine hosts Live at Home Sessions concerts at 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays via its Facebook page. This weeks lineup will be announced Monday, Aug. 31.

Los Angeles rockers The Aces stream a pair of concerts, at 2 and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, via the bands official website. Tickets and other details via theacesofficial.com.

The venerable Colorado concert venue Red Rocks will host a Red Rocks Unpaused virtual series at 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, Sept. 1-3, via Twitter and visiblexredrocks.com. Performers include Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats and Phoebe Bridgers on Tuesday, Megan Thee Stallion and Lil Baby on Wednesday and Sam Hunt and Brett Young on Thursday.

SummerStage Anywhere hosts a special Solidarity For Sanctuary concert will Carla Morrison, il.e, Kaina, Alaina Castillo and more at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, via Amazon Musics Twitch channel.

Versatile Canadian singer-songwriter AHI plays an Ark Family Room series streaming concert at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1 via theark.org/ark-family-room-series. Free, with donations accepted for the performers and venue.

The Reverend Peytons Big Damn Band will make some big damn noise from his log cabin in Brown County, Ind. at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3. Catch it on the groups Facebook page.

Britains The Magic Gang will take fan phone calls for seven hours, starting at noon Wednesday, Sept. 2, in a Death of the Live Stream event to celebrate the release of its new album Death of the Party. The session will stream live via Facebook and YouTube, with guest appearances from Sports Team and members of the Vaccines, Swim Deep, Spector and the Maccabees.

The Honey Straws will be joined by members of Phil Leshs Terrapin Family Band and Midnight North for a free streaming concert at 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3 via nugs.tv.

Ghost of Paul Revere plays its entire Good At Losing Everything album at 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, from the State Theater in Portland, Maine, via nugs.tv. $14.99 or $44.99 for a four-show pass.

South Carolinas NEEDTOBREATHE celebrates its new album, Out of Body, with an immersive concert experience from Nashville at 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28. Tickets are available through the groups official web site, needtobreathe./merchmadeeasy.com.

Singer-songwriter Alan Williams begins a streaming series, Live From the Aviary, at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, via ditty.tv.com.

Lee Burridges All Day I Stream hosts Bross, Flowers On Monday and Amonita at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30 via twitch.tv/alldayistreamof.

Arturo OFarrill & the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, along with guests plays a Virtual Birdland concert at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, via Facebook and on YouTube.

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The Medal of Honor-winning soldier depicted in chart-topping Orlando Bloom war movie The Outpost has spoken out about his trauma from the bloody battle and the stress that led to his comrades drug overdose death.

Ty Carter, 40, was awarded the militarys highest decoration for bravery in the 2009 battle where 53 US troops at an Afghanistan base fought off almost 400 Taliban fighters.

The soldier described his struggle reliving the fight that took eight of his units lives when he played a cameo role in the Hollywood movie about his experience, in an interview this week with new lifestyle and self-improvement site Mr Feelgood.

OnOctober 3, 2009, Carter woke to the sound of bullets as hundreds of insurgents descended on Combat Outpost Keating, 14 miles from the border with Pakistan.

The Taliban attack had been planned for months and the 4th Infantry Division were outnumbered seven to one.

In the first of a sting of heroic acts during the fierce battle that ensued, the soldier repeatedly ran a 300 ft gauntlet of open ground to resupply his comrades with ammunition.

When he and four others were pinned down in a Humvee under gun and grenade fire, Carters thoughts flashed to his family back in California before he decided to step out the vehicle into the hail of bullets with his fellow infantryman Specialist Stephan Mace to give cover for the others to escape to shelter.

I had a four-year-old daughter. And my brother Seth was shot dead at a party in 2000. So when we were in that Humvee and I looked out there, I saw my brother or my daughter and I felt that I needed to get out there, Carter told Mr Feelgood. I knew I could help, and I knew I would.

Two of the three men were killed in that sprint, and Mace was left wounded on the ground.

Carters sergeant at first refused to let him go back for the injured man shouting Youre no good to him dead over the gunfire and explosions.

But after persuading the officer, Carter dodged rocket propelled grenades and rounds zipping over his head to get to Mace, giving first aid and then carrying him another 300 ft to safety.

Mace was airlifted away for medical treatment, but later succumbed to his wounds.

There was no love lost between Carter and Mace, but the war hero was still left wracked with guilt over his fellow soldiers death.

Stephan Mace and I were not friends, the veteran said. But just because I dont get along great with somebody doesnt mean I dont care about them or value their life.

So I wasnt going out there to save my loved one or my best friend. He was wearing the uniform so was part of my family, so I will do what I need to do.

When you see someone you know can help out there, suffering, it turns your brain to lava and your stomach into acid, and then your limbs turn numb but are full of negative energy. You feel so angry you can hardly breathe.

But as I was running out there I wasnt thinking about the bullets that were hitting all around or the explosions. All I was thinking was that I need to help this person.

And thats one of the reasons I had severe post-traumatic stress because I survived but Mace didnt.

Carter said at first he refused to accept the impact the battle, which killed eight US soldiers and was one of the bloodiest in the Afghan war, had on his mental health, fearing for his career if he was labeled as damaged goods.

When you are going through severe post-traumatic stress you dont actually notice it, he said. Its a complete mental changer you just know youre not feeling quite right, or a little off. But the people around you notice.

I was forced to go into counseling for the next two and a half years. My superiors ordered me to go or they were going to take my rank. I was very resistant at first I was escorted the first time I went to counselling.

The stigma is still out there. If youre in the military and you go to a counselor and you are labelled with PTSD [Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder], then you may get passed over for rank and you will probably be treated differently. But I would rather be passed over for rank than drink a handle of Jack Daniels and follow it with a .45.

Tragically, one of the Battle of Kamdesh survivors chose the latter.

In September 2010, less than a year after the skirmish, Pvt. Ed Faulkner Jr. died of an overdose on the drugs he had turned to in an attempt to deal with his trauma.

Carter calls Faulkner the ninth victim of the battle, and says his death spurred him to campaign to remove the stigma around seeking help for post-traumatic stress.

We need to just call it what it is: its just stress from the past. Its not a disorder, it is something thats supposed to happen. And as soon as people realize that, they are more likely to talk about it, Carter said.

The 40-year-old father-of-three retired from the military in 2014 a Staff Sergeant, after receiving the Medal of Honor from then President Barack Obama, and now spends his time encouraging military and first responders to seek help for stress.

His medal was given in August 2013, six months after another survivor, Staff Sergeant Clinton Romesha, received the same decoration for the battle, making it the only one since the Vietnam War to lead to two Medal of Honor awards.

The war hero said when he was offered a role in The Outpost movie, he took it on as a chance to tackle head on the trauma from the battle that still plagues him.

I helped to make The Outpost and Ive got a little cameo in it, Carter said. They flew me out to Bulgaria and I was there for most of the filming. I assisted the writers with the story since the beginning.

Every time I speak or do a lecture, I am reliving the worst day of my life. By talking about it, or watching The Outpost or the Netflix show, I am forcing myself to relive it so I dont get those nightmares or those flashbacks; so my heartrate doesnt rise every time I hear gunfire.

So every time I am feeling stressed or anxious, I grab a good whiskey and I watch the episode of the Netflix show about my story. The emotions come back sometimes, sometimes they dont, but then it relaxes me.

Its mentally draining, but then Im OK afterwards and I can do my own thing for the next two or three weeks until I start feeling stressed again, and I know thats my subconscious letting me know I need to relive it again. It doesnt work like this for everyone, but this is my process.

The new magazine that interviewed Carter, founded by model John Pearson and journalist Pete Samson, also aims to remove the stigma around men discussing and improving their mental health with inspirational stories, wisdom and pragmatic health advice.

Carters character in the movie was played by Caleb Landry Jones, and other members of his unit by Orlando Bloom, Scott Eastwood, Milo Gibson, and Jack Kesy.

The movie was based on the book The Outpost: An Untold Story of American Valor by CNN anchor Jake Tapper.

The Outpost was set to premiere at South By Southwest Film Festival this year, but due to the coronavirus pandemic was instead released on demand last month.

The movie spent two weekends as iTunes and AppleTVs top rented film.

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / August 25, 2020 / Bettering yourself is an important part of self-growth in numerous realms of life. You must learn to grow with life as experiences change you and reinvent your outlook. This is the mentality of business entrepreneur Lailah Alese who is a businesswoman in numerous types of businesses. She has carried her mentality of self-improvement and growth to all that she does.

"I am a self-growth fanatic that strives to be the best person I can be. This desire for growth and self-mastery helps me excel in life and in business. I believe this is important because if you are not focused on bettering yourself and your business, you'll become stagnant and content, which hinders your ability to excel, reach new heights and create success." Lailah says.

Lailah has brought this mentality into every business she has started. She has worked hard and grown and succeeded throughout numerous other businesses. Starting off in the beauty industry, she branched out to try other things, which she has also accelerated at.

"I have been in the beauty industry for eight years-- that's where I started. I have an ecommerce store where I sell beauty products to beauty technicians. In October of 2019, after learning about Contract Bidding, I started a successful Commercial Cleaning Company. Aside from the contracts I already held, I was proud to be able to gain 17 Commercial Cleaning accounts in just two weeks during the Pandemic. I have an ebook that shares different methods to solidify more contracts for need-based businesses. In addition, through my Business Development Company, Blueprint Business Services, I have taught many students how to start or expand their businesses with my online course that teaches you how to win contracts in any field, city, and state as well as with local businesses and the federal government-- through bidding. Blueprint Business Services also provides a range of development services to assist with legitimizing and building your businesses credibility." Lailah explains.

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Her entrepreneurial spirit started at a young age. By age 6 and all throughout her middle and high school career, she found herself selling anything she could. She worked a few jobs before fully starting all of her businesses. She knew those previous occupations were not for her and that she belonged in the business world.

"Before going full time with entrepreneurship, I have worked for multiple small businesses doing ecommerce, operations, customer service management, and marketing. Being in these environments has taught me many valuable lessons, as well as the skills needed to thrive within business. Most importantly, I learned the most through trial and error. I am extremely happy to be able to inspire, motivate, and teach others what I've learned and excelled at over the years on my journey." Lailah recounts.

Lailah's advice when it comes to starting a successful business is to believe in yourself! The only person that holds you back from pursuing your dreams is you. Once you get over that blockage, you will be able to start a successful business and even help yourself live a better and fuller life.

"My advice is to believe in yourself. Believe that if you have a desire to start a particular business, understand that there is nothing holding you back but you. Not funds, not support, not a lack of knowledge-- because anything can be acquired. It is only a matter of believing in yourself and pursuing actions to find out how you can get it done. Not to mention-- if you're interested in starting a business, a great idea is a cleaning company or other similar need-based service businesses. Cleaning companies have extremely low startup costs under $500, and you can learn how to win commercial contracts as well as residential work easily. I have an ebook and a course to teach you the ins and outs. In addition, if you want to know if this is right for you or the services you provide, you can schedule a free phone consultation by going to http://www.blueprintbusinessservices.com." Lailah advises.

You can find out more about Lailah by following her on Instagram here. You can check out her business here.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Meditate, retrace your steps or talk to a trusted friend about something that has been weighing on your mind. Assess your situation, and break away from whatever is holding you back. Get rid of what you no longer need. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Pay close attention to your relationships. Someone will disappoint you if you put too much faith in him or her. Take control, and dictate what you want to happen. If you exude confidence, you will come out on top. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Taking a risk or making an unexpected change will not go over well with the people close to you. Walk away from people who prompt you to do things you shouldn't. Truth matters; don't believe everything you hear. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Use your persuasive powers to get others to think your way. A last-minute arrangement to do something with someone you enjoy working with will help you get ahead. Generosity and thoughtfulness will pay off. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Plan to improve your surroundings or take care of unfinished chores. Set a strict budget, and do the work yourself to avoid falling behind financially. If possible, work extra hours to subsidize unexpected costs. Use your skills effectively. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Speak your mind. You may not like every response you receive, but it will help you put things in perspective and head in a direction that makes life easier. Trust and believe in your ability to excel. Romance is favored. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you shirk your responsibilities, someone will overreact and make life miserable. Take care of business, and the freedom to do something you prefer will result. If you stretch the truth, expect to be caught and questioned. Play it safe. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Let your emotions dictate what you do next. Once you share your thoughts, you will have a better idea of where you stand and what's possible. Change is good, and you should welcome any opportunity that comes your way. Worry less and do more. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep moving, and do your best to avoid emotional situations that put you in a vulnerable position. Expect someone to leave you with added responsibilities. Don't evade issues; deal with matters swiftly to avoid repercussions. Say goodbye to an undependable friendship. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Do what makes you happy, and enjoy the people you like being around most. How you handle personal and professional affairs will encourage you to make healthier and more productive moves. Romance is encouraged. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Remembering the past will help you avoid making the same mistake twice. Size up whatever situation you find yourself facing, and make adjustments to counter any negativity that comes your way. Focus on your strengths, and work on your weaknesses. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Stay mellow. If you overreact or let uncertainty get to you, it will be challenging to handle the emotional fallout. Focus on what you know, what you want and how best to reach your objective. Self-improvement is favored, and romance is encouraged. 2 stars

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CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Blake Lively, 33; Tim Burton, 62; Elvis Costello, 66; Sean Connery, 90.

Happy Birthday: Positive change is heading in your direction. Be open to suggestions, but only follow through with the ideas and plans that you feel passionate about. You are in control, so dont give the throttle to someone else. Be the one to come up with a plan and to follow through. Love, romance and success are all waiting for you; follow your heart. Your numbers are 6, 19, 25, 27, 32, 36, 41.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Meditate, retrace your steps or talk to a trusted friend about something that has been weighing on your mind. Assess your situation, and break away from whatever is holding you back. Get rid of what you no longer need. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Pay close attention to your relationships. Someone will disappoint you if you put too much faith in him or her. Take control, and dictate what you want to happen. If you exude confidence, you will come out on top. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Taking a risk or making an unexpected change will not go over well with the people close to you. Walk away from people who prompt you to do things you shouldnt. Truth matters; dont believe everything you hear. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Use your persuasive powers to get others to think your way. A last-minute arrangement to do something with someone you enjoy working with will help you get ahead. Generosity and thoughtfulness will pay off. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Plan to improve your surroundings or take care of unfinished chores. Set a strict budget, and do the work yourself to avoid falling behind financially. If possible, work extra hours to subsidize unexpected costs. Use your skills effectively. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Speak your mind. You may not like every response you receive, but it will help you put things in perspective and head in a direction that makes life easier. Trust and believe in your ability to excel. Romance is favored. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you shirk your responsibilities, someone will overreact and make life miserable. Take care of business, and the freedom to do something you prefer will result. If you stretch the truth, expect to be caught and questioned. Play it safe. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Let your emotions dictate what you do next. Once you share your thoughts, you will have a better idea of where you stand and whats possible. Change is good, and you should welcome any opportunity that comes your way. Worry less and do more. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep moving, and do your best to avoid emotional situations that put you in a vulnerable position. Expect someone to leave you with added responsibilities. Dont evade issues; deal with matters swiftly to avoid repercussions. Say goodbye to an undependable friendship. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Do what makes you happy, and enjoy the people you like being around most. How you handle personal and professional affairs will encourage you to make healthier and more productive moves. Romance is encouraged. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Remembering the past will help you avoid making the same mistake twice. Size up whatever situation you find yourself facing, and make adjustments to counter any negativity that comes your way. Focus on your strengths, and work on your weaknesses. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Stay mellow. If you overreact or let uncertainty get to you, it will be challenging to handle the emotional fallout. Focus on what you know, what you want and how best to reach your objective. Self-improvement is favored, and romance is encouraged. 2 stars

Birthday Baby: You are precise, opportunistic and ambitious. You are resourceful and dependable.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Avoid taking on too high a financial burden or giving the impression you are capable of doing something you cannot. Take a moment to rethink your strategy and the best way to keep the peace with someone who has a different opinion. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don't let someone's flirting or poor judgment lead to a wrong decision. The more hands-on you are when making decisions, the easier it will be to control the outcome. Reassess a partnership that is not living up to its expectations. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don't let your personal life interfere with your work responsibilities. Recognize when someone is taking advantage of you. Your most significant effort and contribution will lead to advancement and a better future. Focus on getting ahead, not pleasing someone who doesn't deserve you. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A hobby or self-improvement project will push you to pursue a unique and exciting path. Reconnect with old friends, and plan a virtual reunion. Bridge the gap between your past and the present. A forgive-and-forget attitude is favored. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Finish what you start, and honor promises you make. A lifestyle change will improve a relationship you have with someone special. If you have doubts, say what's on your mind and find out where you stand. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A virtual journey will lead you in a new direction. A chance to use your skills differently will encourage partnerships that can change the way you work or do things in the future. Reconnect with someone you haven't seen in a long time. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't overspend or let anyone take advantage of you financially. Unfinished business will leave you in an awkward position. Don't let ulterior motives lead to a problem with someone you need to work alongside. Damage control will be necessary. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Use reason when dealing with people offering ultimatums, and you will find a way to get them to see things your way. A change is likely to happen quickly. Go with the flow, and the result will be better than anticipated. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Helping someone who has assisted you in the past will make you feel good. A sales pitch may entice you, but before you decide to dole out cash, consider if your budget can handle the pressure. Stick to what you can afford. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Listen, but don't buy into someone's plan. Concentrate on personal health and emotional well-being. The ideas you come up with will far exceed what someone is prompting you to do. Don't hesitate to do your own thing. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Being observant will keep you out of trouble and allow you to make a wise decision. Distance yourself from a situation that is causing confusion or making you feel bad. Protect your heart and your possessions. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can repair a partnership that experienced troubled times if you are willing to accept half the blame. An exciting new interpretation on something you've always wanted to do will encourage you to take a chance. Love and romance are favored. 4 stars

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If Mike Breeden wasnt a fighter, theres no question what hed be doing instead.

Breedens family is in the restaurant business. Growing up, all signs pointed to Breeden being the next member of the bloodline to follow suit.

(My family) is either running a restaurant or they own their own restaurant, Breeden recently told MMA Junkie. Id probably be doing that and Id still be pretty hefty.

During his youth, Breeden didnt have any interest in pursuing MMA greatness or any athletic greatness for that matter. He was content doing his own thing.

As a kid, I really didnt have any desire to become a fighter, Breeden said. I watched old kung fu movies and Id play around with my friends and stuff. I had no desire to become a fighter.

How hefty was Breeden? Breeden, who is currently listed as being 5-foot-11, estimates he weighed upward of 265 pounds around the time of his high school graduation.

Through his high school days, it seemed like Breeden would be going down that path until his uncle suggested he try martial arts. Breeden said he initially voiced his interest, but like many other potential hobbies he stumbled across, he didnt have the get-up-and-go to turn words into actions.

I just really didnt enjoy working out, Breeden said. You couldnt get me to run. You couldnt get me to lift. You couldnt get me to do anything if it didnt have to do with food.

Seeing his nephews lack of action, Breedens uncle dragged him into the gym. The rest was history, to which Breeden says he owes his uncle a lot. From the time he signed up for classes, Breeden focused on physical wellbeing and self-improvement a rare occurrence at that point.

As Breeden grew as a fighter, he slimmed down in weight. After one year of training, Breeden estimates he lost about 100 pounds. The tremendous weight loss is unusual by pretty much every standard. Breeden thanks his coach, whose unorthodox methods tricked him into slimming down.

How (the weight) came off was that my coach kept tricking me, Breeden said. He was like, Hey, you want to fight? Im like, Sure, I think Ill be pretty good at it. At this point I was in the low 200s. OK, well go 185. Well schedule your first fight (at middleweight). I got to 185 and then after that, Im like, Lets do this. Lets start looking for another one. Hes like, We can get you down lower. Then, I got to 170. Hes like, Nope.

Then, I got to 155 and again, hes like, Nope. At this point, I was like, Nah, nah, nah, nah. Ive been at this for so long, I need something to reward myself for all the hard work. 155 is where I ended up starting my (pro) career. He just kind of tricked me into it, I guess.

It all seems to have happened so quickly. When Breeden, now a 155-pound fighter with an 8-2 pro record, takes a step back and reflects, hes blown away. Physically, mentally, and emotionally, Breeden is astounded by the improvements hes made.

I still cant believe it because of the mindset I had back then, Breeden said. I was just happy with being big. I found something I enjoyed doing and I fell in love with: the art of MMA. When you enjoy doing something, its pretty easy to get the weight off when you stay active doing your workouts.

Its so much better. Im just way healthier.

While hes winning his battle to maintain a healthy lifestyle, he hasnt won the war. Temptations to eat tasty foods still exist as does his loving family, who is always looking out for his tastebuds.

(Even now,) its still a struggle, Breeden said. Its tough. Everybody in my family is in the restaurant business. Any time Im around them, theyre trying to feed me, Oh, youre too skinny. Lets eat. Lets eat.

On Tuesday, Breeden will fight for a UFC contract when he takes on Anthony Romero (7-0) at DWCS 30 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Having endured the long journey up until this moment, Breeden understands the importance of capitalizing. His dream is one impressive win away.

It would mean everything all the hard work over the past 10 years is paying off, Breeden said. Im showing everyone that everything is possible if you stay on your grind day in and day out. You can accomplish anything.

Inspiring others isnt what Breeden set out to do when he got off the couch and into the gym over a decade ago. However, now that the platform is there, hes willing to be someone others look up to. Its all about finding what works for each individual.

With dedication, anything is possible, Breeden said. Weve just got to find whatever works for them. Not everybodys journey is the same. Some people can get up, head to the gym, and lift some weights. They get like a runners high. I just had to find what got me going and it was martial arts. It could be boxing (or) kickboxing even lifting weights.

Youve just got to find the one thing you truly enjoy doing that helps you relieve stress and makes you happy. Everything will take care of itself.

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By Joe Coffey, The History Center

CEDAR RAPIDS Hidden in plain sight at 813 First Ave. SE are world-class collections of books, artifacts and art. The Iowa Masonic Library and its museums are not advertised on a sign out front. Instead, the facade says Grand Lodge of Iowa, AF & AM. It might sound off-limits to non-Masons, but the treasures inside are there for everyone.

The white Vermont-marbled edifice was dedicated in 1955, replacing the original library building that occupied the same spot. The original building was the first Mason-specific library in the world, built in 1884 and eventually replaced when its collections grew too large.

Librarian/curator Bill Krueger has given tours and guidance to Masons, historians and anyone curious enough to walk in for nearly 22 years. There are 150,000-plus volumes of literature, many of which predate the countrys founding. Among the artifacts are Babylonian tablets, a suit of samurai armor and a Civil War battle flag.

I asked Krueger to identify the five most significant items in the building, a difficult task for a historian who sees value in every scrap of paper. Heres what he said hed prioritize grabbing in the unfortunate event of a fire.

Built in the early 1900s by Cedar Rapids Mason Philip J. Sargent, this stunning marquetry table features 37,000 tiny pieces of inlay from 100 kinds of wood.

The wood is said to be from a significant collection of sources among them, the first dam built across the Cedar River in Cedar Rapids, the Old Capitol Building in Iowa City, Thomas Jeffersons Monticello home in Virginia, the elm tree George Washington stood under in 1777 when taking command of the Continental Army and the Garden of Gethsemane in Jerusalem.

The functional drop-leaf table features many well-known and secretive symbols associated with Masonry.

In 1921, early in his short tenure as a Mason, Grant Wood accepted a commission to illustrate the first three Masonic degrees. Executed as an allegorical triptych, the work borrows from famous sculptures to show the creation, utility and decline of the Temple of Solomon, a story many Masonic rituals are based on.

Symbolism abounds in Woods depiction of the progression from youth to old age. The painting left Iowa for the first time last year when it appeared in a Grant Wood exhibit at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City.

Despite having an original 1723 copy of James Andersons seminal text of Freemason history and rituals, the library is especially proud to own a rare 1734 copy of the book reprinted by Benjamin Franklin, a Mason himself. Known as The Franklin Edition of the Constitution, the artifact was one of the main attractions in the librarys recent exhibition celebrating the 175th anniversary of the Grand Lodge of Iowa.

Theodore Sutton Parvin founded the Masonic Order of Iowa and served as the states Grand Lodge master and grand secretary. In 1842, just six years after arriving as territorial governor Robert Lucas private secretary, Parvin started the Iowa Masonic Library with a $5 gold piece that yielded the librarys first batch of books, magazines and pamphlets.

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Parvin would become a District Court clerk, a district attorney and a probate judge. He literally helped shape Iowa as the states first land office registrar. He launched the first official state library as well as the Iowa State Historical Society. He also was one of the first trustees of the University of Iowa and taught natural history there for 10 years.

Known more for founding the Mormon religion than being a Mason, Joseph Smith helped found a lodge in Nauvoo, Ill., where he ran a store.

This ledger, or daybook, is the very register he was keeping at the time of his assassination by a mob in 1844 in Carthage, Ill. Hundreds of accounts of goods bought and sold are documented in what could be Smiths own handwriting.

The artifact is a snapshot of what things cost in Nauvoo from 1842 to 1844, which is why an economic historian was recently at the library poring over the artifacts many details. Mormon pilgrims from across the country also have stopped by and found familiar names in it.

Krueger described Masonry as an education-focused self-improvement society and delighted in the notion that Masons are all around doing good things without hoopla.

Theres more around us than what we actually know, Krueger said, drawing on the connection to the treasures in the Iowa Masonic Library.

See them yourself, theyre hidden but in plain sight just like Iowas Masons.

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