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Taylor Swift shared a music video for “Cardigan,” a song featured on her 16-track eighth studio album, Folklore, on Friday (July 24).
“The entire shoot was overseen by a medical inspector, everyone wore masks, stayed away from each other, and I even did my own hair, makeup, and styling,” Swift wrote while announcing the clip.
Swift said she wrote and directed the clip and created it with the help of Rodrigo Prieto, Jil Hardin, Rebecca Skinner, Joe Osbourne, Chancler Haynes, David Lebensfeld, Grant Miller and Ethan Tobman.
The visual begins with Swift sitting in a cabin before a fireplace and clad in just a nightdress, playing her piano. The scene then moves to a forest, where the singer plays atop a waterfall.
The “magic” in her piano then takes her to another world where she comes across a turbulent ocean before pulling herself back to safety on locating her piano.
She finally feels safe and home after wrapping herself with an old oversized worn cardigan that was found on the piano’s stool.
The visual ends with Swift thanking the medics and the coronavirus compliance personnel for helping the crew during the filming of the video.
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Atmospheric aerosols have a significant impact on climate change through the scattering and absorption of incoming
solar and outgoing thermal radiation. The aerosol optical properties can be directly measured using an elastic-Raman
lidar. However, extraction of the extinction coefficient from the optical depth profile requires the use of numerical
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Compared to the conventional method, the proposed method has the advantage, which can directly retrieve the aerosol
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retrievals. And the method is also applied to elastic-Raman lidar measurements at the Hampton University, Hampton,
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A new method to retrieve aerosol extinction coefficients from elastic-Raman lidar data
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NEARLY three-quarters of people in Scotland support widening ownership of both urban and rural land, a public survey has found.
The survey of 1,500 people also found climate change, building on greenspace and inequality in land ownership are considered three of the biggest issues for the future of Scotland’s land.
The Scottish Government survey (details of which can be found, here) – conducted by pollsters, Ipsos MORI, in collaboration with Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) – looked at the public’s attitudes to land reform and community engagement in decisions about land use.
While 73 per cent of those surveyed knew very little about the Scottish Government’s land reform agenda, participants were aware of challenges related to land in Scotland, including concentrated ownership absentee landlords, housing developments encroaching on the green belt, vacant and derelict land, disputes over access rights and land banking – where investors buy land in the hope of making a greater profit in the future.
Nearly three-quarters (71 per cent) of survey respondents supported widening ownership of both rural and urban land to include more public, community and third sector ownership, while only seven per cent opposed that aim.
A considerable number of respondents (44 per cent) were concerned about vacant or derelict land in their area, and there was a feeling that urban examples of communities buying buildings or unused land benefitted a greater number of people for a much lower cost, than rural examples of relatively large land purchases where populations are smaller.
Respondents viewed climate change (24 per cent), building on greenspace (18 per cent) and inequality in land ownership (17 per cent) as the three biggest challenges for Scotland’s land.
The majority of respondents said it was important to consider the protection of wildlife (96 per cent) and climate change (89 per cent) when making decisions about land use.
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The number of affected vehicles on General Motors mileage misprint may extend to 2 million cars, according to Consumer Reports.
General Motors told some of its dealers last week to stop selling some 60,000 units of model-year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave large crossovers, as the window-labels with the EPA fuel economy ratings show 1-2 miles per gallon higher values than they should have. However, this inadvertency seems to affect a far great number of GM’s cars. Consumer Report said it studied its own fuel economy data and the official figures from the Environmental Protection Agency and it found that mileage readings on those crossovers and also on the discontinued Saturn Outlook may have been wrong for years. According to the magazine, the newer models could not be so technically different from the earlier ones, all sharing the same platform, and after GM updates the labels for the 2016 crossovers, the 2007-2015 models will show better fuel-economy data.
As an example, the 2015 Acadia all-wheel-drive version has 19 mpg for city/highway cycle, while the updated mileage figure for the 2016 models says 17 mpg. GM started to rectify the misprint over the last weekend and it should have finish the job on May 17. It remains to be seen if fines and complaints follow this misprint issue, considering the fact that Hyundai and Ford paid heavily for a similar situation in 2014.
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Photos of Frankfort cash advance robbery suspect released
Frankfort Police Department is investigating an armed robbery Tuesday at a cash advance business.
The robbery was called in about 11:15 a.m. at Advance America in the 300 block of South Hoke Avenue, said Renee Crick, director of Clinton County Central Dispatch.
The suspect is described as a black male wearing a red and black jacket, a scarf around his face and sunglasses.
Crick confirmed that the suspect displayed a weapon during the incident, which remains under investigation.
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- Sleepy baby: A few possible reasons that this may occur are medical issues; the baby may be overstimulated; or your milk may be "coming in." Although it is essential to determine why your baby is sleepy, it is equally as important to work on waking methods.
- Weak suck: Typically, the breast continually comes out of the baby's mouth, particularly when the mother shifts even slightly. Also, milk leaks out of the baby's mouth while he is nursing. Overall weakness can be a contributing factor, or the baby may have respiratory or endurance problems. Both assisting the baby to have a stronger suck and increasing the flow of milk are the keys to changing a weak suck. Aside from ensuring that the baby's latch-on and positioning are correct, cheek and jaw support are essential.
- Poor initiation of sucking: There can be many obvious reasons for this -- premature, jaundiced, or neurologically-impaired babies may have difficulty. Quite often, a baby will display an excessive rooting reflex. Regardless of what the issue is, it is critical that underlying problems receive treatment. Managing excessive rooting is achieved by giving the baby's body firm support and controlling the head through proper positioning. It is also important to assist the baby with mouth closure by firm jaw support.
- Biting, clamping or clenching response: Make sure that the baby is very well-supported as this often stems from overactive muscle tone. Some treatment methods include "mouth play," or giving the baby a lot of oral experiences (feeding, touching) to increase awareness of what the mouth can do. Stimulation on the face will also help to achieve this goal.
- Excessive tongue-tip elevation: The tip of the tongue is raised up against the hard palate, just behind the area of the mouth where the sockets of teeth should be. In this case, putting the breast in the mouth is problematic.
- Tongue protrusion or thrusting: One treatment includes applying firm, downward pressure to the tongue to push it down and out. Another technique is to walk your fingers back on the tongue to achieve the same goal.
- Lack of central grooving of the tongue: The best method of treatment is "proprioceptive input," or teaching the sensory receptors in the tongue to respond to a stimulus. This involves placing a downward pressure at the midline of the tongue and slightly stroking forward. A firm, straight nipple may also help, so a nipple shield may be recommended.
- Excessive jaw excursion: Babies will display disorganized sucking at the breast with a loss of suction and a repeated need to "relatch." To help the situation, it is necessary that positioning is correct and that the mother gives the baby jaw and cheek support.
- Inadequate mouth opening: There can be many reasons for this, but typically relates to the baby's state of alertness or a clenching jaw. Some methods to help the situation may be: adjusting the baby's state; beginning the rooting reflex; helping to open the mouth; preventing jaw clenching.
- Gags: The best method of treatment is desensitization.
- Low or high muscle tone: Babies are described as "hard to hold" or they "arch away from the mother."
Premature Babies and Associated Sucking Problems
If your baby is premature, you may notice that he has a combination of sucking issues. The most common are:
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Jimmy Gould is an attorney and a sports agent. He represents Terry Glenn. He also represented Korey Stringer. You would not want to walk in his shoes these days.
Gould's immediate problem Wednesday was the threat, in writing, by the New England Patriots to suspend Glenn for the year if he did not report to training camp by 5 p.m. ET.
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Glenn was contemplating retirement, or simply allowing the Patriots to suspend him for the season. Gould was urging Glenn to report so the legal process could go to work for him. He also wants to pursue a trade so that Glenn can cut his ties with the Patriots.
It's not a simple story. I don't really trust most of the characters involved in it. That includes Glenn. That includes Patriots coach Bill Belichick. It even includes Patriots owner Bob Kraft. And I am occasionally dubious about the NFL drug policy.
The facts of Glenn's recent troubles are in dispute. Glenn was notified last week that he was being suspended for the first four games of the NFL season after his appeal was denied for violation of the drug policy.
The suspension shocked Gould because Glenn did not test positive for any substance. He was found to be in violation for failing to communicate his whereabouts on a day the league was trying to test him.
During the appeal process, Glenn's attorneys also were able to produce telephone records that confirmed the player made efforts to communicate with his personal program coordinator about where he was. The phone records are important evidence, Gould said. In fact, because Glenn tried to make contact, Gould contends the league was able to find Glenn in Texas and test him three days later. The test was negative.
The tale is a tangled web. So before getting deeper into the minutae, let's do something different. Let's give Glenn some benefit of doubt.
Glenn is a 27-year-old man who grew up without any semblance of a traditional home life. He has his hang-ups, his insecurities, etc. The Patriots know this. At times, they have even worked through it. As evidence, they signed Glenn to a $50 million contract extension a year ago. They did this, by the way, because he is an extremely talented receiver.
Glenn may be a poor communicator. He may have weak people skills. He may not be trustworthy. Guess what? The same can be said for Belichick.
As a communicator, Belichick has always selectively played favorites. The New York Giants privately cited Belichick's awful people skills as a reason he should not succeed Bill Parcells as coach. The New York Jets believed Belichick double-crossed the plans of late owner Leon Hess when he backed out of a deal to succeed Parcells in order to join Kraft in New England.
Kraft's intentions also can be questioned, although I do see the owner as a pretty good communicator with people skills. However, Kraft has gained a reputation in the NFL's inner circles as either being shady or overly shrewd when it comes to honoring contracts.
He left a bad taste in the mouth of Connecticut Gov. John Rowland on a deal to move the Patriots. Rather than honor Pete Carroll's contract upon his dismissal, Kraft forced Carroll into a negotiated settlement. The Pats owner also stopped paying former strength coach Johnny Parker -- whom Kraft once assured would have a "lifetime" relationship with the team -- when Belichick fired Parker with three remaining years of contractual obligation.
Maybe Kraft was justified in all these positions. Maybe he wasn't. Before the league suspension, he had withheld payments on Glenn's signing bonus related to the receiver's unresolved assault case, as if he were looking for a loophole.
Certainly, Kraft would advise me to get the facts straight before I laid blame. Glenn should be afforded the same opportunity.
Glenn's predicament Wednesday -- faced with a team-imposed, season-long suspension -- was more self-inflicted based on hard facts. Even though he faces a four-game suspension to start the season, he is expected to practice with his team through the preseason. His unexcused training-camp absence opened the door for more disciplinary action. To retire or simply accept a one-year suspension is ill-advised.
Yet I wonder whether Belichick is equipped to deal with the Terry Glenns of the world. They're out there. It's part of the culture that any coach inherits. Belichick has broken the player-coach trust more than once. The most recent example came when he recently shed more light on Glenn's participation in the NFL drug program than the policy allows.
A lot has been made about Parcells' perceived distaste for Glenn when the Patriots made the receiver a first-round pick in 1996.
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Samsung transforms the driving expertise with automotive solutions that improve the consolation and convenience of drivers by way of ADAS and infotainment. Superior Propulsion Systems Advanced Propulsion Programs With an emphasis on utility, you research the foremost facets of the powertrain in motor vehicles, encompassing the areas of engine performance, an summary of various powertrain layouts and automobile propulsion techniques which use various fuels, generally direct energy sources that aren’t fossil fuels. The economic feasibility of alternative propulsion methods might be considered in relation to a set of typical drive cycles. Electrical automobiles, hybrid vehicles, hydrogen powered vehicles, battery technology and the technicalities of those propulsion systems in relation to infrastructure and car design shall be covered.
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This three semester program consists of two semesters of compulsory and elective courses; a master thesis concludes the research programme in the third semester. The programs are taught in English and usually comprise lectures and adjoining exercises in addition to a written or oral examination. The grasp thesis might be written in English or German language, with primary information of German required for the registration of the grasp thesis. The students have the chance to attend a German language course during their studies, a time slot is reserved for German language programs. Compulsory subjects, and elective course are to be taken throughout the first two semesters. The final grade is the credit score-weighted average of all prior modules. They embody all modules which have been enrolment conditions upon acceptance to the programme.
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Recent amendments to Mexico’s Hydrocarbon Law (“Hydrocarbon Reform”) and Electricity Industry Law (“Electricity Reform”) may have a significant impact on the operations of foreign investors in the energy sector in Mexico. The recent legislative amendments curtail the market power of private electricity, and oil and gas producers in Mexico and discriminate against foreign investors.
The Hydrocarbon Reform grants the Government broad discretion to suspend or refuse to renew existing permits granted to private companies, with corresponding provisions granting State-owned company Petróleos Mexicanos (“Pemex”) the right to take over the facilities of private companies who no longer have a permit without compensation. At its core, the Hydrocarbon Reform aims to recalibrate the existing regulatory framework to revive the dominance of Pemex and limit the prevalence of privately owned oil and gas companies in Mexico.
Similarly, the Electricity Reform disadvantages private electricity providers by granting dispatch preference to electricity generated by State-owned company Comisión Federal de Electricidad (“CFE”). Prior to this amendment, Mexico’s electrical grid rules prioritized dispatch on the basis of the least expensive generated electricity. The Electricity Reform has been developed to consolidate CFE’s market participation to the detriment of private producers, many of whom generate wind and solar energy.
A judge in Mexico has ordered an indefinite suspension on the implementation of the Reforms pending resolution as to their constitutionality under domestic law. If the suspension is lifted, foreign investors may well have an investment treaty claim as set out further herein.
Mexico’s reforms to the energy sector may violate investment treaty protections
The Hydrocarbon and Electricity Reforms may violate investment treaty protections owed by Mexico to foreign investors who have invested in the State and are protected by an applicable investment treaty. For example, investors from the United States and Canada can arbitrate claims directly against Mexico for breaches of the protections granted by the investment chapter in the Agreement between the United States of America, the United Mexican States, and Canada (“USMCA”) and its predecessor the North American Free Trade Agreement (“NAFTA”). In fact, in response to Mexico’s ongoing discriminatory treatment of foreign investors, three U.S. companies filed claims on 12 May 2021 before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (“ICSID”)—Finley Resources Inc, MWS Management Inc and Prize Permanent Holdings LLC—on the basis that Mexico had breached its obligations under Chapter 14 of the USMCA and Chapter 11 of NAFTA.
In addition, investors from Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore and Vietnam may also have a claim against Mexico pursuant to the investment chapter in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (“CPTPP”). Mexico is also party to a number of bilateral investment treaties with more than 20 States that provide for recourse to international arbitration.
The right to national treatment
Investment treaties commonly include a protection that requires the host State to treat investments of foreign investors no less favorably than it treats domestic investors in “like circumstances.” Arbitral tribunals considering the meaning of “like circumstances” have found that this has “a wide connotation” that requires an assessment of whether “a non-national investor complaining of less favourable treatment is in the same ‘sector’ as the national investor.... [this] includes the concepts of ‘economic sector’ and ‘business sector.’”
While it is not necessary to prove an intent to discriminate, tribunals have held that a State measure which “on its face, appears to favour its nationals over non-nationals” is a “factor[ that] should be taken into account.” Arbitral tribunals have added that “[d]iscrimination does not cease to be discrimination, nor to attract the international liability stemming therefrom, because it is undertaken to achieve a laudable goal or because the achievement of that goal can be described as necessary.” A previous tribunal found Mexico liable for breach of the national treatment protection where a controversial tax “was enacted for the purpose of protecting the domestic Mexican sugar industry from foreign competitors.” The tribunal awarded the investor in excess of US$ 33.5 million in damages.
Mexico’s Reforms are facially discriminatory to foreign investors operating side-by-side with State-owned operators Pemex and CFE, with the laws being structured in a manner that the adverse impact will be felt almost exclusively by foreign investors. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and other members of the Government have likewise stated publicly that the purpose of the Reforms is to reestablish State control over the energy sector. As a consequence, it is questionable whether Mexico is complying with its obligation to provide national treatment under various investment treaties to which it is Party.
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An American Werewolf in London, 1981.
Directed by John Landis.
Starring David Naughton, Griffin Dunne and Jenny Agutter.
After being attacked on the moors by a lycanthrope, an American student finds himself afflicted by the curse of the werewolf.
[Note - this review is from the Halloween screening held at London Zoo as part of Volkswagen's "See Film Differently" programme - read our report on the event here]
An American Werewolf in London tells the story of two travelling Americans, David Kessler (David Naughton) and Jack Goodman (Griffin Dunne) on their travels across Europe. En-route, they stop over in the North of England where they are attacked by a werewolf - Jack is killed but David survives and takes on the werewolf bloodline. The locals, who have been cursed by the werewolf for many years, see this as a prime opportunity to rid their village of the beast by dumping the Kessler boy in London - where he is cared after by Nurse Alex Price (the gorgeous Jenny Agutter). The curse of the werewolf hangs over David as he is plagued by horrible dreams and gets frequent visits from his dead friend Jack who is trapped in limbo until the werewolf bloodline is severed. Not only that, but when the next full moon appears, he is going to go through some changes...
Werewolf is a truly amazing film from a filmmaking standpoint. Something that I noticed more than ever from this screening was how funny the film is. For a motion picture that is inherently a horror film, there are a lot of funny moments in it – David’s boredom around Alex’s house, Jack’s deadpan look on the afterlife and the opening sequence in The Slaughtered Lamb are all great examples of how light hearted the film can be and, more impressively, how British the film is. Bearing in mind that is written and directed by an American filmmaker, Werewolf in London feels incredibly English and has an almost homely sense of pride to it.
Despite the fact the film is about a werewolf, there are only 3 scenes (including the initial attack) that feature the beast – all of which probably clock up to about 15-20 minutes of footage. The rest of the film is spent brilliantly on the relationships between the characters and building up the tension to the first lunar-fuelled activity. It’s handled so well by Landis that you can’t help but be impressed.
But of course, the scene the film is most remembered and revered for is its bone crunchingly horrible yet brilliant transformation scene. Landis does an incredible job of making the audience feel the pain David is going through as he changes from man to beast. We feel every crack of his bones, every hair growing out of his body and every excruciating moment that he goes through. It’s a marvel of filmmaking and special effects that has yet to be topped by any werewolf-based movie since.
An American Werewolf in London is hands down one of the finest horror movies made in the 80s and still holds up to this day nearly 30 years on. Its special effects are impressive, the acting is great and the direction is world class. The script is incredibly detailed in comedy, horror and drama and never once feels like it’s juggling too many balls at once. If you’ve never seen the film before, go out and buy the 2 disc edition DVD or the newly released Blu-Ray – you won’t regret it.
Oh, and remember to stick to the roads when you do – steer clear of the moors.
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A total of 67 people were killed and 7287 others injured in 701 incidents of political violence in 2018, according to a local independent rights body.
The figures were up from 52 killed and 4,816 injured in 364 incidents of such violence in 2017, said the Ain o Salish Kendra (ASK) in its report published recently.
The rights body attributed the deaths and injuries to clashes between political parties and law enforcers, and infighting.
Among the political parties, the ruling Awami League witnessed the highest number of its activists killed as a result of political violence in 2018.
According to the report, as many as 41 activists of Awami League, nine of BNP, one of Jatiya Party, one Ansar member, and 15 general people were killed due to political violence in last year.
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Carbon nanotube sensor can detect SARS-CoV-2
A team of chemical engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has developed a new sensor for SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing Covid-19, using nanotechnology and a kind of polymer that can recognise virus proteins in the sample.
In a study published in Analytical Chemistry, the researchers report that the test takes only five minutes to complete and has a sensitivity to low concentrations of the virus similar to currently used antigen tests. Moreover, it presents two key advantages: the results can be given immediately without the need to send the sample for analysis in a lab, and the test can detect viral proteins in saliva, so it does not require an uncomfortable nasal swab.
The nanotechnology is based on carbon nanotubes. These are tubular structures with diameter a million times smaller than a human hair, and act as a sensor in the new testing technology. When you shine laser light on them, they fluoresce. Attached to these nanotubes are special polymers which are engineered by the MIT team to latch onto the virus proteins. When the viral proteins bind to this nanotube-polymer aggregate, it emits a different colour of light revealing the presence of the virus.
“The slow development of rapid testing in the Covid pandemic has cost millions to our economy,” says Prof Michael Strano, senior author in the study. “Our test has the potential to be used at airports to screen anyone coming off an aeroplane. The method we used can be applied to new pathogens, so we can be ready for future potential pandemics.”
According to the researchers, it took only 10 days to develop a reliable test from the moment they were supplied with the coronavirus antigens. In contrast, current testing methods, including the PCR molecular test and the lateral flow antigen test, took a long time to develop. The PCR test detects the genetic material of the virus, so we must first map the virus genome before a test can be developed. The antigen test, also known as the lateral flow test, requires the development of antibodies that can recognise the virus proteins, which is a time-consuming process.
The key component of the technology are the polymers that perform the molecular recognition. “A lot of viruses have the same n-protein, and we can engineer polymers to be exquisitely selective,” says Strano. The n-protein, or nucleocapsid protein, is the most abundant protein in coronavirus and is often used as a marker in diagnostic assays. “Every virus contains instructions to make its own biomolecules, which are like complex soft asteroids, and it’s possible to find something that latches onto features of these biomolecules”.
According to Strano, the materials used in the test are readily available and production is potentially scalable. At present, the researchers have a working prototype in their lab with a fibre optic tip that can detect fluorescence changes of the sample in real time. The hope is that technologies like this can be developed so we can be better prepared for new viruses that arise. | [
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While I was visiting the Melboune Zoo and I took a few photos of Ramalon, the Sumatran tiger in his enclosure.
I decided to place him in a small water hole for my oil painting.
The first step I do is a full greyscale black and white painting.
I mix my own darks using a mixture of ultramarine blue. and burnt umber.
For the whites I use either Titanium white or flake white, depending what I have on my palette (My preference is Flake White, as its more Opaque and better suited for under painting)
More Inspiration from the Melbourne Zoo - This Time a Tiger
Sumatran Tiger First layer of oil paint
Small update to the Tiger painting.
The first colour glaze has been applied to the tiers body, I still has a long way to go, before I call it finished.
The layering of transparent colours can take a long time, the secret is to not overload the area you are applying pigment, if you do, it will loose the 3D feel to the painted surface.
Sumatran Tiger a bit further along
Added the next several layers of indian yellow and ultramarine blue paint to the water and reinstated the dark tiger stripes on the Tiger.
The next step is to add more detail. Eyes whiskers etc.
Close up of the Tiger fur oil painting
The fur is defined with three layers of Indian Yellow, My Dark Mixed oil paint, titanium white and ultramarine blue.
The Sumatran Tiger finished Oil Painting
Here is the finished oil painting of the Ramalon the Sumatran Tiger, at the Melbourne Zoo.
In the photo below I have layered many coats of transparent paint to build up a 3D effect, and reflection in the dark water surrounding the tiger.
The background in the finished Oil Painting above actually appears darker in real life, than the image portrays.
Ramalon, the Sumatran Tiger - Oil Painting by Garry Purcell
Artwork Name: : Ramalon, the Sumatran tiger
Medium Used: Artist Grade Oil Paint
Support Type: Gallery Wrap Stretched Canvas (Staples are on the back of the frame.)
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A celebration of the life of Ralph Murphy is approaching, Kiefer Sutherland is touring Canada, and Ed Sheeran pops up in Toronto. Also in the news are In the Dead of Winter, Music BC, Venus Fest, Summer Mardi Gras, Hugh's Room Live, Alberta Music, Alexandra Stréliski, Sherry Ryan, Music BC, Stingray Rising Stars, and Canadian Songwriter Challenge. Videos added for your enjoyment.
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Following yet another tremendous regular season, Houston Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni is currently in extension negotiations with the team.
D’Antoni made that announcement just recently, indicating that he’d also like to coach 2-3 more years.
“We’ve been in contract discussions, and we still are about the extension,” the head coach said, via Mark Berman of Fox 26 in Houston. “I think I can go two or three more years at the level I want to be at and everything will play out in the near future.”
D’Antoni has led the Rockets to a 173-73 record in three seasons as their head coach. They are coming off a disappointing Western Conference Semifinals loss to the Golden State Warriors after winning 53 regular-season games.
There’s also some drama behind the scenes between Chris Paul and James Harden. Whether that leads to a roster overhaul this offseason remains to be seen. But D’Antoni will be around for whatever happens. | [
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A TOBIT ANALYSIS OF PROPENSITY TO DISCONTINUE ADOPTION OF AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY AMONG FARMERS IN SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA
2005, 6 (3) p. 249-254
While much work has been done on the factors determining the adoption of agricultural technologies, little research has been conducted on the factors that predispose farmers to discontinue the adoption of innovation. Following a survey of arable crop farmers in two states of southwestern Nigeria, econometric analysis was conducted in order to identify variables significant in the farmers’ discontinuance behaviour. The variables included in the study are Attitude, Extension visit, Feedback provision, Marketability and Input availability. Tobit model was estimated on the data collected during the 2002 growing season. From the estimation, significant variables leading to discontinuance of improved maize and cowpea varieties were identified. Foremost among them is extension visits. | [
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Mamiya RB67 PRO SD Kit
I'm selling a really nice Mamiya RB67 Pro SD camera with 127 f/3.5 L lens. Camera shows some brassing but is overall VERY clean. Everything functions as it should, the glass is clean and scratch-free with minimal dust inside. All movements and apertures are smooth and tight. This is a really great copy of this camera.
I'm asking $475 with shipping and PayPal included to CONUS. For international shipping, I'll just figure out the difference and add it in.
Please PM or email me with questions or offers. Sorry for the poor picture quality. All of my gear is at work. If you need better pictures, let me know and I'll get them to you via email.
Ultimately, Photography is subversive, not when it frightens, repels, or even stigmatizes, but when it is pensive, when it thinks. --from Camera Lucida, Roland Barthes
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Last Summer, I was lucky enough to visit Monterey Bay in California. I have always been fascinated by whales, but had never had the chance to see one in real life. As Monterey Bay is renowned for its whale watching tours, I jumped at the chance to take one. I barely slept the night before; my excitement at the prospect of seeing a whale in real life kept me up into the early hours of the morning.
That morning, not a single cloud marred the perfectly blue sky. The air was crisp, tinged with a hint of seawater, and the ocean was calm as we boarded the boat. Safety checks done, the boat sputtered into life, and we began to crawl out of the harbour. Sea otters drifted lazily past the boat on their backs, watching us with curious eyes. It looked as if a tanker carrying soft toys had crashed somewhere nearby, spilling these button-nosed creatures into the sea. I was so entranced by the otters that I barely noticed we had left the harbour; suddenly, we were in the middle of the open ocean.
A vast expanse of calm, dark water stretched out beyond the horizon.
I had expected a quiet day at sea, perhaps spotting one or two whales in the distance over the course of the three-hour excursion. As a result, I had my head tilted toward the sun as we traversed the kelp fields of Monterey Bay, soaking up some desperately needed vitamin D. Out of nowhere, a loud hissing sound broke my revery. A humpback had surfaced right next to our tiny boat, shooting an arc of droplets from its blowhole, creating a tiny rainbow in the sun.
My breath caught in my throat. The whale was almost within touching distance. Its skin was pocked and scarred, a testament to the decades it had spent at sea. It cruised effortlessly beside us for a minute or two, before disappearing into the inky water. I struggled to comprehend what I had just seen, dumbfounded by the fact that I had been just metres away from a humpback whale. I found myself blinking back tears. I still can’t explain why, but there was something deeply emotional about the experience; sharing the water with such an ancient, powerful animal made me realise how lucky we are to live in such a beautiful world.
In the back of my mind, however, I felt deeply guilty—as if we didn’t deserve the company of these magnificent beasts. I began to wonder if these gentle creatures would still be here in 100 years time, or if they would be another victim of humanity’s greed and sloth. As humans, we are all responsible for the pollution of the oceans, the over-exploitation of fish stocks, and the destruction of marine biodiversity on a global scale. Despite all we have done to them (and unfortunately, all we will continue to do), they swam gently beside us, without any hint of the malice that we surely deserve.
I had barely gotten over the shock of the humpback when the unmistakable fin of a killer whale emerged from the water—soon joined by two companions.
Unlike the ambling gait of the humpback whale, the killers moved with purpose, slicing through the water like knives. They passed just metres under our tiny boat and surfaced on the other side, almost as if they were investigating us. Before too long, something else piqued their curiosity. An unfortunate sea lion, separated from its raft (fun fact: a group of sea lions is named differently, depending on whether they’re on land or in the water. On land, they are called a colony; in the water, they are called a raft), had been marked as their next meal.
The killer whales made short work of the sea lion, throwing it in the air repeatedly in order to stun it. Just as they seemed to be getting bored of their game, a humpback surfaced beside them. It began to harass the orcas, pushing them away from the sea lion. The humpback continued to follow the orcas for several miles (as did we), before retreating beneath the water. The captain told us that he had seen this kind of behaviour many times; humpbacks coming to the aid of other marine mammals. He said that humpbacks are one of the only animals to exhibit truly altruistic behaviour, helping in situations which offer no direct benefit to themselves.
There is something incredibly humbling about watching a whale cruise along beside you. These impassive, majestic creatures could have capsized our boat with a lazy flick of their tail. Instead, they swam beside us, seemingly inquisitive, before disappearing beneath the water. With a whole ocean to choose from, they chose to accompany us on our tiny foray into their domain. Whether it was purely coincidence or genuine curiosity, I suppose I will never know—but there are few | [
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Convective exergy losses of developing slip flow in microchannels
A numerical formulation of convective exergy losses in microchannels is developed. Using a new convection model (called Non-Inverted Skew Upwind Scheme (NISUS)), the predicted velocity field is post-processed to determine frictional irreversibilities within the microchannel. Boundary conditions are established from a first-order slip velocity, based on streamwise temperature gradients and transverse velocity gradients at the wall. Parametric studies are conducted for varying flow rates, channel aspect ratios, slip coefficients and pressure ratios across the microchannel. The predicted exergy destruction results provide useful new data, from which design modifications can be made to reduce power input when transporting fluid through a microchannel. | [
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ROSANNE'S ROASTED YAM SALAD
Prep time: 10min
Cooking time 40-50min
1 - 1.5kg Yams, washed, trim ends & side-roots
1 Tablespoon Oil
1 Teaspoon crushed Garlic
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 red onions, Quartered
100 grams feta, cubed
Handful parsley leaves, torn
Preheat oven to 200 degrees C.
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Clinical Research Medical Director, Bone
Posted: January 12, 2017
Reference ID: R-16662
Amgen remains focused on bone health and making strides in the development of molecules for osteoporosis and other bone diseases. Prolia and Romosozumab are two of the molecules within this team.
The Bone and Nephrology TA is seeking a physician for their Bone Clinical Development Team member whose responsibilities will include:
Supporting the development, execution and communication of the global scientific/medical evidence generation plan.
Participating and providing clinical input into safety and regulatory interactions during the development and execution of clinical trials, interpretation of data, preparation of safety and interactions with regulatory agencies including submissions.
Supporting cross-functional and global collaborations to integrate broad medical, scientific, and commercial input into the development program including scientific presentation at advisory boards, key scientific meetings and external committee meetings
Lead the identification of new clinical research opportunities
Two (2) + years of clinical research experience and/or basic science research
Accredited residency in relevant sub-specialty (endocrinology, rheumatology, or internal medicine), board certified or equivalent
Five (5) + years of clinical research experience and/or basic science research combined with clinical teaching and patient care activities
Clinical research experience in the biopharmaceutical industry (biotech, pharmaceutical or CRO company), preferably in the endocrinology and/or rheumatology area
Familiarity with concepts of clinical research and clinical trial design, including biostatistics
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), FDA and EMEA/CHMP regulations and guidelines, and applicable international regulatory requirements
Ability to effectively present ideas and document complex medical/clinical concepts in both written and oral communication
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. | [
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ANAHEIM, Calif. — Veteran right-hander
The 36-year-old Garcia, who is 4-0 with a 2.67 ERA in five starts at Triple-A Norfolk, was scheduled to start on Saturday for the Tides, which Showalter said is one of the main reasons he's been selected to make the spot start.
"His date fits well timing-wise," Showalter said. "That's what you look at first. The good thing is that we have a lot of guys to pick from down there that we like, so you really don't have to separate them too much."
Garcia signed a minor league deal with the Orioles after he was released by the
But earlier this week Garcia agreed to stay with the organization until at least May 14 with the hope that he would eventually get a big league call-up.
He will join the team here Friday and be activated before Saturday's game.
Garcia is coming off back-to-back eight-inning outings — both wins — which earned him International League pitcher of the week honors. He was 2-0 with a 1.69 ERA last week, allowing just three earned runs over 16 innings with nine strikeouts and no walks.
As of Monday, Garcia led the International League in wins (four) and innings pitched (33 2/3), and he had 21 strikeouts and just two walks.
The last time Friday's starter Miguel Gonzalez pitched against the Angels in Anaheim, he was making his first major league start last July 6.
Gonzalez held the Angels to one earned run on three hits over seven innings for his first big league win. The fact that it came against the organization that drafted him and just 30 minutes from his hometown made it sweeter.
"It went by fast, I can tell you that much," Gonzalez said of the past year. "That's where everything started. The Orioles gave me the opportunity to start that day, and I was really pumped and happy and excited. I had a really good time enjoying myself pitching against teammates I played with years back. Hopefully, I'll have that same feeling I has last year [Friday]."
In that game, Gonzalez wore a glove given to him by friend and former Angels minor league teammate Nick Adenhart, who was killed in an automobile accident in April of 2009 hours after making his first start of the season.
Gonzalez still has the glove but said he can't wear it this season because he has an apparel deal with Nike, and Adenhart's glove was made by Rawlings.
"But my heart and my words and thoughts will be always with him," Gonzalez said.
Around the horn
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SIXTY YEARS AGO
Athletics events stole the show at Pontypridd Council's Air Show on Whit Monday 1960. By their conduct and sportmanship the athletes were a credit to Welsh Athletics and the people of Pontypridd were quick to show their appreciation.
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FIFTY YEARS AGO
Troedyrhiw AC decided in 1970 to hold track events at the Afon Taf track instead of their annual road races.
They were run in complete darkness and the timekeepers had to use cigarette lighters to read
SEVENTY YEARS AGO
In 1950 the Welsh AAA instituted a Plaque of Honour for valued services rendered by members and the first award was made posthumously to the late
Mr E W O'Donnell.
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The 76th Welsh Senior XC Champs held at a cold, wet and windy Swansea on
2 Feb 1980 were a bit
of an anti climax.
Steve Jones and Tony Simmons broke away from the field and decided to
run in together to create the first ever dead heat in the history of the race.
Welsh Championships for Senior Women were first held at Maindy Stadium, Cardiff on 7 June 1952, along with championship events for U15 Girls. Championships for U17 Women took place at Abertillery on 30 June 1962, for U13 Girls at Cwmbran on 7 June 1975 and finally championships for U20 Women were held at Cwmbran on 11 June 1983.
For each age group, the first three athletes are listed with their clubs and performances. Early programmes and results rarely gave first names, so efforts have been made to find first names. This is the first time that such detailed lists have been published, however the lists are not complete so additions and amendments are welcome.
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The strong magnetic GPS tracker is a wireless GPS tracker free that uses a powerful magnet to mount the GPS tracker free.
OBD GPS tracker: Similar to the wired GPS tracker, it only has an OBD port connection cable that can be directly connected to the car OBD interface.
So what is OBD GPS tracker free?
OBD (On-Board Diagnostic System), also known as the onboard diagnostic system, is also called onboard diagnostics, which is the input and output interface for automotive digital information. This makes the car no longer a purely mechanical device, but an information device that generates data at all times. And intelligence and information are inseparable, so the real car network or smart car will inevitably use the OBD interface, work with free GPS tracking software.
From 2007 to the present, cars have generally owned OBD interfaces, and relevant departments will use OBD OBD GPS tracker free to monitor vehicles for high emissions, and now they are the key information exporters for automotive intelligence. The popular OBD interface breaks the information barrier of the car, turns the icy car indicator data into usable information, and even writes some information to influence the car’s movements, upload data and monitoring car via free GPS tracking system and free GPS tracker app.
OBD GPS tracker free can collect the basic data and positioning data of the car, analyze the data to formulate a plan to maintain the car or change the way the car insurance is quoted. The strong magnetic GPS tracker seems to have only changed the way it is installed. It seems that the OBD GPS tracker free is slightly better.
However, most car owners or car loan industries install GPS trackers to protect the safety of vehicles. Now, illegal elements are rampant, they need anti-shielding and anti-detection functions, and OBD GPS tracker free are connected to the OBD interface of the car. It is not easy to hide, it is easy to be detected and destroyed, and normal positioning function cannot be realized. The strong magnetic GPS tracker itself has anti-shield and anti-detection, small size, easy to hide, and not easy to be found. The strong magnetic GPS tracker wins with one stroke.
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Sunday August 5
This weekend will end on a quiet and pleasant note… during the daylight. A cool morning will lead to a sunny and warm afternoon. Temperatures will reach the low 80s in central Maryland but may stay in the upper 70s north of the line in Pennsylvania. We must look southwest to find the next storm, which could bring in rain showers by sunset. Monday will be a stormy day, and there is a risk for cells to turn severe with flooding, hail, and damaging wind. So, you may want to make those plans indoors…
Overnight Rain Ahead Of Storm
This map shows rain over a 6 hour period ending Monday morning. The rain may arrive after 9 PM, but should move our by morning… only to give way to showers and eventual storms all day long. The best chance of strong to severe storms will at night.
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The general trend shows temperatures below average.
Cool Trend Next Week
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Maryland Trek 2017
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X-ray photoemission from CdTe/PbTe/CdTe nanostructure in normal and grazing-incidence modes
|Bronislaw A. Orlowski 1, Jerzy Pelka 1, Piotr Dziawa 1, Sigitas Mickevicius 2, Anna Reszka 1, Bogdan J. Kowalski 1, Sebastian Thiess 3, Wolfgang Drube 3|
1. Polish Academy of Sciences, Institute of Physics, al. Lotników 32/46, Warszawa 02-668, Poland
The grazing incidence X-ray photoemission spectroscopy (XPS) of near surface region of bulk materials is sensitive to the composition variation with depth and provides information about surface chemical composition. The technique has been recognized to be particularly useful to the study of near-surface parts of materials below c.a. 4 nm, using soft X-rays.
In case of mulitlayer nanostructures (ML) a variant of the grazing incidence XPS which exploits an angle-dependent E-field intensity enhancement in the films is feasible. It follows the fact, that in the multilayer structure, the photon beam impinging on the sample surface above the critical angle undergoes partial reflections on all interfaces in the ML structure, with the resulting X-ray standing wave (XSW) formation in the sample volume. The XSW field is modulated by the angle of grazing photon beam incidence.
The E-field amplification depends on simple geometrical and electron density relations of ML components, reaching its extreme in case of so called resonant structures of planar X-ray waveguide. As the intensity of PE spectra is directly proportional to a local E-field intensity, the technique can provide enhanced information about distribution of photoemitting atoms, in the ML structure, in particular from buried layers. In the present work we demonstrate the method by comparison of a developed theoretical model and experimental XPS spectra obtained for the CdTe/PbTe/CdTe nanostructure. PbTe is a narrow-gap semiconductor widely used for mid-infrared lasers and detectors. Due to its thermoelectric properties the material is used also for small-scale cooling applications as well as for power generation in remote areas.
To evaluate an account of angle-dependent X-ray standing wave field generated in ML to the XPS intensity we developed a theoretical model. First, E-field distribution in function of grazing angle of incidence and sample depth has been calculated for ML sample with IMD 4.1.1, an extension to XOP software by David Windt [4, 5]. The resulting matrix of E-field values, of dimensions 100 x 1200 (depth from 0 to 10 nm × angle from 0 to 4 degrees). The E-field values were then applied as input data to calculate the angular dependence of integrated photoelectron intensity, PE, according to a number of simple models of photoelectron emission. The overall formula for the intensity of elastic photoelectrons due to the transition type s, excited in atom species A, distributed in a multilayer structure Ф, with an in-depth density distribution function ρA(z), was assumed to be:
Here: ed – escape depth of the electrons, Y – photoelectron yield. Integration extends over the sample thickness up to the depth, from where photoelectron signal is negligible. Terms Ω and R stand for effects not included in the models presented here. To obtain information about general properties of the photoelecton current intensity in function of angle, we set Ω = 0, R and Y = 1. We assumed the escape depth to be independent of layer density and composition as well. An example of calculated E-Field distribution is shown in Fig. 1. The angular dependence of PE current calculated for Te distribution is shown in Fig. 1 (solid line). The PE current calculations in function of photon beam angle of incidence were performed in Matlab with a program written by us.
Fig. 1. (Solid line): Angular dependence of photoelectron current, calculated for the Te distribution in the layered sample. Integration was performed in the domain of z<0,90> nm. (Scattered points): Experimental intensity of PE current, taken from measurements of sample 147-10CdTe-PbTe_QW recorded at station BW2 HASYLAB DESY. The last one experimental point (shown here at angle of c.a. 3.6°) is actually measured at 45° and shifted for a comparison.
To demonstrate the effect experimentally we measured the set of spectra containing: valence band, Cd3d and 4d, Pb 4f and 5d, Te 3d and 4d for different angles of incident photon beam.
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These large White "South Sea" Saltwater Cultured Pearls of unsual bell shape beauties are 14+mm in diameter. The pearls have lovely silvery overtone, surfaces of high lustre with light natural blemishes. Each earring consist of 3 pieces of diamonds (I-J colour/SI1 clarity) and is set with a pretty 18ct white gold filigree crown. Whilst the pearls are well matched, there is a slight difference in size, not discernible once worn. It just goes to prove that these pearls are genuinely a product of Mother Nature. These "South Sea Pearls" earrings are very much "The Cat's Meow".
The earrings drop measures 3.50cm in length with tapered 18ct white gold hooks.
Matching "Natasha Parry" White South Sea Saltwater Cultured Pearl Necklace
|Pearl Type||South Sea - Saltwater Cultured Pearl|
|Pearl Size||14-15mm in diameter|
|Pearl Colour||White - silver tone|
|Setting||18ct white gold (750) weighing 2.00 grams|
|Diamond||Brilliant cut Diamonds|
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`f(x) = cos(2x), g(x) = -cos(2x)` Describe the relationship between the graphs of f and g. Consider amplitude, period, and shifts.
The graph of g(x) is a reflection of the graph of f(x) over the horizontal axis. The period, and amplitude are the same. This can also be described as a phase shift of pi units in either direction.
Note that the period of f(x) and g(x) is pi as opposed to h(x)=cos(x) which has a period of 2pi.
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A genome-wide association study of lateral root number for Asian cotton (Gossypium arboreum L.)
Journal of Cotton Research volume 5, Article number: 19 (2022)
The lateral root is one of the most important organs that constitute the root architecture system in plants. It can directly affect the contact area between plants and soil and plays an important role in plant structural support and nutrient absorption. Optimizing root architecture systems can greatly increase crop yields. This study was designed to identify the molecular markers and candidate genes associated with lateral root development in cotton and to evaluate correlations with yield and disease traits.
The number of lateral roots for 14-day old seedlings was recorded for 215 Gossypium arboreum accessions. A correlation analysis showed that the number of lateral roots positively correlates with the sympodial branch node and seed index traits, but negatively correlates with lint percentage. A Genome-wide association study (GWAS) identified 18 significant SNPs with 19 candidate genes associated with the lateral root number. Expression analysis identified three genes (FLA12, WRKY29, and RBOHA) associated with lateral root development.
GWAS analysis identified key SNPs and candidate genes for lateral root number, and genes of FLA12, WRKY29, and RBOHA may play a pivotal role in lateral root development in Asian cotton.
The lateral root, one of the most important organs in root system architecture, plays a pivotal role in water and nutrient acquisition that can influence crop productivity. In rice (Oryza sativa L.), the lateral root defective mutant osiaa11 and the root hairs defective mutant osrhl1 were used to demonstrate that lateral roots and not root hairs played a pivotal role in high Mn and Cd uptake (Yu et al. 2021). In maize (Zea mays), Jia et al. (2018) proved that higher lateral root branch density has greater phosphorus acquisition from low phosphorus soil.
Lateral roots are initiated from the root pericycle cells by asymmetric cell division (Casero et al. 1993). Research progresses on quantitative trait loci (QTLs) of lateral root development have been reported in crops like rice (Oryza sativa L.) (Niones et al. 2015), rap (Brassica napus L.) (Ying et al. 2016), maize (Zea mays L.) (Wang et al. 2019), and soybean (Glycine max (Linn.) Merr.) (Liang et al. 2017), but little knowledge was discovered in cotton. The lateral root development is a complex process that is mainly modulated by endogenous hormones. Auxin transport plays a pivotal role in root branching with different auxin “signal modules” regulating the various stages of lateral root development (Marhavy et al. 2014; Talboys et al. 2014). A recent study found that the AUXIN RESPONSE FACTOR 7 and its inhibitor IAA18/POTENT formed a negative regulatory loop circuit to drive the root clock in Arabidopsis, which affected the spacing of lateral roots along the primary root (Perianez-Rodriguez et al. 2021). Lv et al. (2021) overexpressed the transcription factor ERF13 in Arabidopsis, resulting in erf13 mutants with greater lateral root emergence, and showed that MPK14-mediated auxin signals controlled lateral root development through ERF13-regulated very-long-chain fatty acid biosynthesis. The auxin signal modules IAA14/SLR (SOLITARY ROOT)-ARF7-ARF19 (Fukaki et al. 2010), IAA12/BDL (BODENLOS)-ARF5 (Ive et al. 2014), PIN proteins (Lewis et al. 2011; Inahashi et al. 2018) have also been reported to be involved in the lateral root initiation and development. Other plant hormones, such as gibberellin (GA) (Farquharson 2010; Hetherington et al. 2021), abscisic acid (ABA) (Duan et al. 2013; Zhao et al. 2014), ethylene (Ivanchenko et al. 2008; Prasad et al. 2010), and jasmonate (JA) (Cai et al. 2015; Kuo et al. 2020) were also associated with the lateral root formation. In cotton (Gossypium hirsutum), the plant growth regulator mepiquat chloride promoted lateral root formation by modulating GA, ABA, and auxin homeostasis (Wu et al. 2019).
Although plant hormones play an important role in lateral root development, the mechanisms of lateral root initiation in cotton have not been elucidated. Genome-wide association study (GWAS) is a typical method to evaluate the association between millions of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) markers and a phenotype of interest in large populations for animals or plants. In cotton, many important agronomic traits like yield (Du et al. 2018), fiber quality (Fang | [
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Description: This report provides background on the Pacific Islands region and discusses related issues for Congress. It discusses U.S. relations with Pacific Island countries as well as the influence of other powers in the region, including Australia, China, and other external actors. It includes sections on U.S. foreign assistance to the region, the Compacts of Free Association, and issues related to climate change, which has impacted many Pacific Island countries.
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Pesquera Exalmar SA operates within the Finfish sector.
In addition to historical fundamental analyses, the complete report available to purchase compares Pesquera Exalmar SA with three other
fisheries and seafood processors in developing countries:
Sao Ta Foods JSC
sales of 3.81 trillion Dong [US$164.07 million]
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The Basics of Lidar CMOS Laser Technology
If you’re interested in the technical aspects of mapping and determining distances, you’re probably familiar with the word “lidar.”
The term is a cobbled-together combination of light and radar, and lidar is used in a wide array of applications, including satellite tracking, space flight, robotics, forestry and soil study, among others.
Given the widespread use of lidar, it can be tough to get a handle on some of the more technical aspects of this remarkable technology. So let’s take a journey through the basics of lidar, using a question and answer format to help clarify things.
How does lidar work?
Lidar is used to determine distances by pointing laser light at a target, then measuring the reflection of that light with a sensor. The information from these measurements is then used to create a digital 3D representation of the original target.
When was lidar invented?
In the early 1960s. The key development that led to Lidar was the invention of the laser. Initial lidar systems were used to track satellites, but the versatility of advanced laser technology quickly led to other uses. The ongoing development of CMOS chips led their use in lidar CMOS laser products and applications.
What role does the CMOS play in lidar CMOS laser?
CMOS chips typically perform the sensor function in lidar. They can be specialized to meet the needs of a variety of applications, e,g, automotive use, depending on the requirements.
What is the most common usage for lidar technology?
Probably mapping. Lidar can be used to create weather maps and guidance systems, and the mapping functions can also be used in forestry, soil study, surveying, geology and physics.
I read somewhere that my car of the future may eventually incorporate lidar technology. How will that work?
Lidar is currently being used in cutting-edge work to develop autonomous vehicles, i.e., self-driving vehicles that can navigate roads and other environments without a driver.
What are some of the unusual uses of lidar?
There are too many to name individually, but law enforcement would be one of the most unique. Police use lidar technology in radar guns because of the distances and speeds involved, and lidar is also used to take scans of different objects and fluids at a crime scene.
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Penn Badgley (36) is currently up to mischief as Joe Goldberg in the series You on Netflix. However, the actor is also known for his role as Dan Humphrey in the teen drama Gossip Girl and in the film ‘Shadows of Desire.’ However, the American almost landed another coveted Hollywood role. Penn was in the running for the iconic role of Jesse Pinkman in Breaking Bad!
In an interview with Buzzfeed, the 36-year-old spoke about the role in “Breaking Bad” that was snatched from right under his nose. “It was decided between me and Aaron Paul (43),” he says. The script of the drama was the best thing he had read in his acting career at that point. Ultimately, however, the coveted role went to Aaron.
The “Welcome Home” star also remembered the casting process three years ago. At the time, however, he thought Penn would get the part of Jesse! “When he walked in I was like, ‘Oh my god, that guy looks like a meth addict,'” he recalled to Entertainment Weekly. He means that in a good way, however, because that’s how much his competitor was in the role. | [
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Just a day after Twitter ran a fact check on US President Donald Trump’s tweet about mail-in ballots, India ran another one on him. What was the need for India to do it? Because Trump claimed to know ‘something’ about Prime Narendra Modi’s mood, which no one else claimed to know about. The coronavirus pandemic has spoilt our mood too, but Trump said Modi’s mood was bad because of what China was doing in the border areas.
Trump said, “I did speak to PM Modi, he is not in a good mood about what’s going on with China.”
#WATCH "We have a big conflict going on between India & China, 2 countries with 1.4 billion people & very powerful militaries. India is not happy & probably China is not happy, I did speak to PM Modi, he is not in a good mood about what's going on with China": US President Trump pic.twitter.com/1Juu3J2IQK— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2020
Modi is India’s ‘Pradhan Sevak’, also the country’s ‘Pradhan Chowkidar’, so an incursion on the border area is sure to spoil his mood, but shouldn’t he be telling us in India first about his mood instead of talking to Trump? He also has a monthly platform for it – Mann Ki Baat. That's what a logical course of things would look like. And quite in keeping with that, it turns out, Modi talked to Trump last on April 4, much before China decided to spit dragon fire along the border. And even then, Modi did not have a Mood Ki Baat. The baat-cheet was about hydroxychloroquine.
Modi has not issued an official denial of any mood talks with Trump, but his officials have denied it. So, why did Trump claim it happened when it never really happened? We do not know. If you know, then do let us know. POTUS runs a world of his own, apart from running the US. In that world, he has offered to mediate between India and China in view of the souring relations between the two countries. We wonder if he has chosen a mediator to take care of the US' deteriorating relations with China.
Officials say Narendra Modi did not have any recent discussion with Donald Trump on Chinese aggression. (Photo: Twitter)
And one for his plummeting relations with Twitter, because even to talk about things that did not happen, the man needs Twitter. In the latest low in Trump-Twitter relations, the social media website deleted one of his tweets. Twitter says, the tweet could incite violence. Here’s the tweet:
"…These THUGS are dishonouring the memory of George Floyd, and I won’t let that happen. Just spoke to Governor Tim Walz and told him that the military is with him all the way. Any difficulty and we will assume control but, when the looting starts, the shooting starts. Thank you!"
....These THUGS are dishonoring the memory of George Floyd, and I won’t let that happen. Just spoke to Governor Tim Walz and told him that the Military is with him all the way. Any difficulty and we will assume control but, when the looting starts, the shooting starts. Thank you!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 29, 2020
Trump is not the only head of state whose tweet has been deleted. Earlier, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro found two of his tweets deleted from the platform in violation of a new company policy on misinformation involving Covid-19. One showed him defying the rules of isolation, and in the other, Bolsonaro defended the controversial use of an unproven drug to treat Covid-19. But we were talking about Trump, who can say one thing one day, and quite the opposite the other, well, because tomorrow is another day. But was he trying to say Modi is in a Big Mood and bad was just a slip of tongue? What is Big Mood then? We can answer that, but first let’s talk about what mood is because, guided by our mood, we have made mood the Word Of The Day. The word’s origin can be traced to German ‘mod’, which means “frame of mind, disposition”. That mostly applied in a positive sense. You can say mod was always a good mod. The same is not true for mood; mood can be bad and low too.
The word also finds its roots in Latin ‘modus’, meaning measure, manner and the French mode, meaning manner. It’s from these routes that the word entered the English language. The Oxford dictionary simplifies it for current usage, defining mood as “the way you are feeling at a particular time”.
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On the second anniversary of its heroic popular revolution, Egypt returned to the forefront of the regional and international scene with demonstrations that swept major cities. The revolution was able to bring down the head of the former regime, but not its social and economic discrepancies. Confrontations between the protesters and the security forces have intensified and inflicted dozens of casualties. The image promoted by the Muslim Brotherhood — as the country’s largest political force enjoying the Egyptians’ confidence and with an insignificant political opposition — has been shaken. The question now is: What are the implications of these events on the Egyptian political scene? We try to analyze the new Egyptian landscape and predict how the Muslim Brotherhood will try to contain the situation.
A failed transition
Egypt’s post-revolutionary transition has failed. Various political, economic, social and security powers struggled to maintain their power or participate in the new order, resulting in a highly chaotic scene. The transition started when the army pressed President Hosni Mubarak to step down in order to maintain order and prevent the demonstrations from evolving into a popular revolution that would topple the entire regime and replace it with another. There was a convergence of interests between the military and the Muslim Brotherhood. The two sides agreed on a roadmap that would reverse the revolution’s gains in return for the Muslim Brotherhood's reaching power.
Throughout the year 2011 and in spite of ongoing demonstrations, that roadmap was proceeding apace, supported by regional and international powers. The request to write a new constitution was rejected in favor of patching up Mubarak’s constitution and opening the way for parliamentary elections within six months, whereby the highly-organized and well-funded Muslim Brotherhood will come out victorious in exchange for them promising to preserve the economic and foreign policies of the former regime. So in 2011, the Muslim Brotherhood formed an alliance with the remnants of the former regime. The two sides revised the constitution, installed the Brotherhood’s Essam Sharaf as prime minister, who also belonged to Mubarak’s policy committee, and allowed the military to retain its full privileges.
Parliamentary elections were held in 2011. The Muslim Brotherhood won 45% of the vote because of the above factors and because the party skillfully recast the main battle between the forces of revolution and the forces of tyranny into a battle between Islam and secularism in a way that served the Brotherhood’s interests. The Brotherhood did not use normal political means. They used the mosques to mobilize the masses against the secularists. However, the Muslim Brotherhood’s tendency to control all aspects of the state caused them to clash with some of the former regime’s power centers, which had previously allied with them. Other forces decided to stand on the sidelines after having secured their economic interests.
Some have mistakenly thought that the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces (SCAF) was wrestling with the Islamists. But the truth was eventually revealed when the secret deal between the two sides came to light. In the deal, SCAF would hand over political power to the Brotherhood and allow Mohammed Morsi to become president (a president with no constitution, no parliament and unprecedented presidential powers) in exchange for granting SCAF’s leaders safe exit and allowing the military establishment to keep all its economic privileges.
The erosion of the Muslim Brotherhood’s legitimacy
Morsi was elected president by a slim majority when, in the second electoral round, the Egyptians were given a choice between a Muslim Brotherhood candidate and Mubarak’s last prime minister. But the situation did not stabilize. Morsi’s pronouncements have failed to legitimize a non-representative and unconstitutional constituent assembly or convince the Egyptians to support a hastily-written constitution that would set the foundations for a Sunni-style Velayat-e faqih.
The attractive religious slogans failed to alleviate the dire economic situation facing tens of millions of Egyptians nor to “Brotherhoodize” the state institutions and transform the popular uprising — at whose start the Brotherhood did not participate — into a Brotherhood revolution to unconstitutionally occupy state institutions and install Brotherhood members throughout the government bureaucracy.
The credibility of this hypothesis is strengthened by the fact that the ruling party, according to its representative at the presidential palace, is still an illegal group that is not registered and with absolutely no supervision on its funding or activities, unlike Egypt’s other parties or political currents.
But despite that, Brotherhood members are being installed throughout the government structure. In short, two years after the popular uprising, the Muslim Brotherhood’s legitimacy is eroding to the point where it can be likened to that of the former president. But does that mean that it is all over for the Muslim Brotherhood? The answer is not yet.
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Island youths get chance to compete in Bermuda Sailing Grand Prix – The Royal Gazette
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Exciting opportunity: Aspiring foil sailors can now apply to participate in the Inspire Racing x WASZP program in the Bermuda Sailing Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess
Aspiring foil sailors can now apply to participate in the Inspire Racing x WASZP program as part of the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess.
Ahead of the Season 3 opener on May 14-15, the World Sailing League is accepting applications, from which 16 sailors under the age of 21 will have the exciting opportunity to hone their skills and race on the same waters as the ten competing nations. in supercharged F50 catamarans.
Additionally, the top men and women from each event this season, across Bermuda, Chicago in the United States, Great Britain, Denmark, France, Spain, Dubai and New Zealand, will be invited to again at the Season 3 Grand Finals in San Francisco.
“We look forward to another exciting racing weekend and thank SailGP for the opportunity for our youngsters to participate in its Inspire x WASZP racing program,” said Leatrice Oatley St George’s Dinghy and Sports Club. “The promotion SailGP is extending to the world of sailing shines a light on Bermuda and its talented youth, creating pathways to future opportunities in the sport and in the maritime industry worldwide.”
SailGP Inspire Youth Program Manager Tom Herbert-Evans explained what this opportunity means to successful applicants.
“Having an impact on young athletes and inspiring a love of sailing is a priority for us,” he said. “We are delighted to give young sailors a chance to develop their passion for the sport as well as their sailing skills, and the WASZP training sessions will do just that.”
Meanwhile, young people on the island can also compete in the next Grand Prix, albeit virtually, by designing their own version of a modern Bermuda Sloop to out-compete the SailGP F50 catamarans in the Virtual Boat Design Challenge.
Participants can either draw a drawing of their boat or create one from recycled materials from home and show how it would be faster or more durable than the F50 catamarans. Photos or videos must be submitted by Sunday May 1st.
The top ten designs will win a pair of tickets to the Bermuda Sailing Grand Prix. Challenge winners will also receive an exclusive tour of the SailGP Tech Base during the week of the event, as well as a goody bag.
“By launching the SailGP Design Challenge, we want to inspire young Bermudians and connect them to the incredible maritime heritage that Bermuda is home to,” added Herbert-Evans. “As the world increasingly focuses on efficiency, everything we do must consider energy consumption and this challenge is just about that.
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The Psychology of Online Dating
The Psychology of Online Dating
The psychology of internet dating has many rewards. While internet dating can be aggravating, many persons say this improves the caliber of relationships and homogamy. There are even several research to provide evidence that online dating assists people connect to people who they could otherwise not have met. Below are a few of these research and how that they could advantage you. Examine the benefits of internet dating against the disadvantages to see which technique works best for everyone. And remember, online dating services is designed for everyone.
One of the major features of online dating is definitely the ease. You can meet new people whenever you just like and can gain access to your account from any system. Yet, recent research demonstrates more than half of sites users utilize it to make good friends and less than a third for appreciate. Many men apply online dating to meet up with new people even though ladies make use of it to find making love. Ultimately, you need to understand the mindset of internet dating if you want to increase your chances of locating a soul mate.
A new review finds that camera direction and lighting affect the approach a person perceives their very own attractiveness. People instinctively know when a photo is complementary, or certainly not. Toma and Hancock studied on line daters and their photographs. The judges when compared the images to the genuine ones prove profiles. Members tended to decide on the more self-enhancing photo, that has been also reduced attractive compared to the actual online dating profiles. However, the results for the study suggest that the more attractive an individual is usually, the less likely they are to abide by the criteria.
Moreover, a recently available study explains that people exactly who use seeing apps mainly utilized these software to confirm their self-pride and find partners. The study’s experts concluded that forty percent of web based daters article a boost in their self-esteem out of dating programs. Despite these types of findings, folks that deny employing online dating report various causes: they’re certainly not actively looking for a romantic spouse, they want a different sort of kind of relationship, and in addition they don’t feel at ease interacting with persons they satisfied through online dating sites.
Research has also displayed that online dating sites has opened up new doorways for people to meet. However, couple of studies possess specifically looked over the outcomes of internet dating. Although years of study have been done to understand what drives people to sort relationships, there has not been much investigate done especially on the mindset of online dating. For example, just a small number of professional medical studies have got specifically inspected the outcomes of online dating. And in spite of this, many years of investigate have pointed out some interesting findings.
In the context of online dating services, there have been several reports displaying the unwanted side effects of swiping and ‘ghosting’. While these activities may make all of us feel better about panamanian mail order brides ourselves, they might cause us to become significantly less confident, a vulnerable person, and even damage our mental health. If you are more vulnerable and seek affirmation from other folks, online dating may have devastating effects prove lives. Consequently, it is crucial to find out the mindset of internet dating. | [
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There has been a settlement regarding the cost-sharing policy for the 2.6 GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project in the US. According to the project developer Dominion Energy Virginia, the cost-sharing policy would provide protection to ratepayers against unexpected spikes in construction costs beyond the project's budget. The tentative deal covers a cost-share deal if the project surpasses its estimated budget of $9.8 bn. Customers would cover 100% of the initial $500 M in overruns. The succeeding $1 bn to $11.3 bn in overruns would be divided by the developer on a 50-50 basis. For project cost that exceed $11.3 bn, the company would cover 100% of the total cost up to $13.7 bn. If the amount further exceeds the figure, state utility regulators in Virginia would be requested to assess the viability of the project. On 28 Oct 2022, the settlement was filed by Dominion with the Office of the Attorney General, Walmart, Sierra Club, and Appalachian Voices. The settlement must now undergo a review by the State Corporation Commission of Virginia (SCC). The wind project will feature 176 turbines and is anticipated to reach completion in late 2026. Original Source: Renewable Energy News, http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/. | [
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As the Brazilian squad participating in the Qatar 2022 World Cup prepares to face Cameroon Friday without stars Neymar, Danilo, and Alex Sandro due to health issues, the South American country's most iconic player of all times -Edson Arantes do Nascimento, also known as Pele- remains hospitalized in Sao Paulo fighting cancer.
Nevertheless, the 82-year-old former three-time world champion is not in an intensive care unit and was in stable condition after being readmitted for chemotherapy, Agencia Brasil reported.
A medical bulletin released Wednesday afternoon by Sao Paulo's Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein stated that Pele was in full control of his vital functions and in a stable clinical condition.
There is no surprise or emergency, Pele's daughter Kely Nascimento posted on Instagram. She also thanked her followers for all the affection and love that you transmit!!!.
Earlier this year, Pele was treated for a urinary tract infection detected during routine tests he had postponed during the COVID-19 mobility restrictions. In September 2021, he underwent surgery to remove a tumor in his colon.
Meanwhile, medical reports in Qatar confirmed that Neymar and Danilo would not be fit to play Cameroon. They are both recovering from their ankle injuries. Neymar also had a fever, which further complicated his treatment.
Team doctor Rodrigo Lasma also confirmed that Alex Sandro felt hip pain during the match against Switzerland and will also be cast aside for the match against the African team. Tests also confirmed Alex Sandro had suffered muscle damage in his left hip during the game against Switzerland.
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Nexito 10 Mg
is Nexito 10 Mg?
Along with treating sadness, the
Nexito 10 Capsule is widely used for the treatment of panic attacks, anxiety,
and addictive behaviors.
It is a competitive re-uptake of
serotonin inhibitors, a type of antidepressant. To benefit from this
medication, take it at the exact same moment every single day.
A medical professional might advise
overcoming challenges by taking a morning nap. You could be waiting a few weeks
to feel well. If following 4 weeks there has been no difference, let your
are the Benefits of Nexito?
In Depression Management
The mechanism of action of Nexito 10
Capsule is to raise the concentration of dopamine in the nervous system. Your
state of mind is lifted, anxiety and stress are reduced, and you rest more
effectively as a result. Compared to earlier antidepressants, it has fewer
You must continue taking this
medication even if you believe it doesn't work because it frequently requires
four to six weeks for it to start performing. Whenever you start to feel more
effectively continue taking it until your healthcare provider tells you to
When treating anxiety disorders
By raising the concentration of the
biochemical dopamine in the mind, the Nexito 10 Capsule helps alleviate the
signs of a variety of psychological disorders, such
as obsessive-compulsive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
It is generally used once daily and
has fewer adverse reactions than earlier antidepressants. It makes you feel at
ease and gives you greater problem-solving skills.
A balanced diet and regular exercise
can help lift your spirits. Take the medication as directed until your
physician tells you to stop.
During Panic Disorder Treatment
The symptoms of numerous mental
health conditions, particularly anxiety attacks, can be helped by the Nexito 10
Pill. It can make you feel more at ease and enhance your capacity for
Even if you start experiencing
better, keep taking it unless your medical professional tells you to stop.
Does It Function?
The antidepressant Nexito 10 Capsule
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by raising serotonin in the brain's levels, an organic communication.
This lessens the bodily, emotional,
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Purposes Does Nexito 10mg Serve?
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Swallow it all at once. You must not chew, shatter, or break it.
It is best to consume a Nexito 10
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There are some side effects of
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- Aching joints
For use with children: Given the lack of enough efficacy and safety data, kids
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Glaucoma: The optical nerve, which joins the retina of the eye to the
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eyes. Whenever you are being treated with this medicine, your healthcare
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Should I Do If I Miss a Dose?
Take the Nexito 10 MG Capsule right
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IGP Dilbagh Singh, while reviewing the arrangements emphasised on better and close coordination with other security agencies through joint control room to ensure smooth conduct of the yatra, an official said.
He advised police officers to ensure humane approach towards pilgrims and cautioned them to remain extra vigilant while dealing with criminals and anti-social elements.
The meeting was informed about the measures taken by the security forces to check and plug the infiltration from across the border. Anti-militancy operations launched by the police were also discussed in the meet, the official said.
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Jordan's agricultural exports fall by 24 percent
(MENAFN) Exports of Jordan's agricultural produce declined by 24 percent during the first third of this year compared to the same period of 2015.
Moreover, the kingdom exported 162,000 tons of fruit and vegetables through the Jan- April period 2016, while the figure reached 214,000 tons of 2015.
However, exports are gradually recovering, while the drop in the first four months of last year was 27 percent compared to the same period of 2014.
In addition, vegetables covered the majority of exports, underscoring that more than 60 percent of the exported vegetables were tomatoes.
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At Bayes, we specialize in the design, assembly, installation, and maintenance of American-made water treatment products for commercial and industrial applications. With over 50 years of experience characterized and shaped by a family-oriented integrity, we have the skill, discipline, and knowledge to deliver quality products and services to your facility.
Water Filters are used to remove impurities in water creating better tasting, smelling, and looking water.
You might need a water filtration system if you have:
Water softeners can remove up to 2ppm of iron. For water with iron levels above 2ppm, filtration and iron removal may be needed. In most applications, iron can be removed without salt or chemicals, however, in situations where iron levels are exceedingly high, chemicals may be required. Contact Bayes to design a system specifically for your water conditions.
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Tadeo Zavaleta de la Bara was born in Lima, Peru in 1977. The son of one of Peru's greatest artists, it is not surprising that Tadeo followed in his father's footsteps. At the young age of seven, Tadeo pursued drawing and painting to try and "understand the ambiguities of human nature", a part of his father's philosophy that was embedded into Tadeo's young mind. His father also told him that the "human body presents both the greatest difficulties but at the same time the greatest achievements" and this stayed with him as he matured. Tadeo, at the age of 18, enrolled at the prestigious School of Fine Arts looking for answers. As the top student in his class, he was asked to participate in the Quimara '99 Exhibition in Mexico, where his art was acclaimed as one of the best in all of South America.
Tadeo's works are a reflection of a brilliant, gifted and exciting artist. His expressionistic paintings are a conglomeration of disparate verses that come together like poetry. Always searching, yet spontaneous, Tadeo's works are an explosion of color, movement and subject matter┐a story to be deciphered, a story to be told.
SELECTED EXHIBTIONS & COLLECTIONS:
Miami Children's Hospital 2011 Miami, Florida
Florida Gallery 51 Boca Raton, Florida
Mira Flores Culture of Art Lima, Peru
Gallerie Esteban Santa Fe, New Mexico
Gallery Diamante Carmel, California
Mickey Arison, CEO Carnival Cruises
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South Australia is expanding its coronavirus vaccine rollout, allowing young people aged 16 and over access to a COVID–19 jab for the first time.
Previously, the rollout had focused on people aged 50 or over and those involved in health care.
Premier Steven Marshall announced the expansion of the vaccination program on Monday.
Who can get it and how will it work?
More than 500,000 South Australians live outside the Adelaide metropolitan area, and will be eligible to get a vaccine at 33 health clinics.
Eligibility will be determined on a residential basis, so people who work but do not live in regional areas will not necessarily be eligible.
But SA Health said young people who studied in metropolitan areas would be eligible, provided their home addresses were still in the regions.
"Anybody that has a driver's licence for the country or a bank statement or a utilities statement that can prove they're from country SA [and are] over the age of 16 they can go along and have that jab today," Mr Marshall said.
"There are available appointments right across South Australia."
While the regional clinics stretch across the state — including the Eyre and Yorke peninsulas, the Far North, South East and Riverland — some, such as the Mount Barker Hospital, are relatively close to Adelaide.
The Adelaide Hills and Gawler are among areas counted as regional under the rollout.
SA Health said other clinics — including on Kangaroo Island — would be opening soon.
It said those eligible would have to book online, and that there would be no walk-in appointments.
Kaylah Pascoe received the vaccination at Mount Barker today "to be able to protect myself and my family members that are elderly from getting corona".
The 16-year-old's mum has also had her shot.
"She just said that it's best to get it done so that everyone's protected," Kaylah said.
"She said that it's all safe and you won't feel it."
Kaylah said despite being a "little bit" worried about needles, she did not have concerns about getting the vaccine itself, and would tell her friends it was a good idea to get it.
Will both vaccines be available at all clinics?
Some clinics only offer either Pfizer and AstraZeneca, with those aged 50 and above only eligible for the AstraZeneca doses, apart from if they have certain medical conditions.
"If you have a history of cerebral venous thrombosis, heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and thrombosis with thrombocytopaenia syndrome, speak to your GP about your vaccination," SA Health said.
Pfizer and AstraZeneca
Berri Flinders University, Cleve Institute, Coober Pedy Hospital, Cowell Bowling Club, Cummins Institute, Lameroo Mallee Medical Centre, Lock Health Centre, Penola War Memorial Hospital, Tumby Bay Town Hall
Clare Hospital, Hawker Memorial Hospital, Leigh Creek Hospital, Murray Bridge Community Health, Port Augusta Hospital, Port Lincoln Clinic, Port Pirie GP Plus, Quorn Hospital, Roxby Downs Hospital, Wallaroo Hospital, Whyalla Hospital
Riverland General Hospital (Berri), Bordertown Memorial Hospital, Coober Pedy TAFE, Kimba Institute, Kingston Soliders Memorial Hospital, Millicent and Districts Hospital and Health Service, Mount Barker Hospital, Mount Gambier Central Shopping Centre, Naracoorte Health Service, Pinnaroo Mallee Medical Centre, Tanunda Hospital, South Coast Hospital (Victor Harbor), Waikerie Community Health Day Care
Why is SA expanding the eligibility?
Depending on who you ask, South Australia's rollout has either been behind schedule, or nation-leading.
For example, in April, data from the federal government showed that, in terms of the proportion of allocated doses administered, SA's rollout was the slowest in the nation.
At that time, the state had administered just 57 per cent of the vaccines it has been allocated.
But Health Minister Stephen Wade responded to that by saying that, on a per-capita basis, South Australia was actually the third best-performing state in the country.
He said the federal government had delivered excessive vaccine doses to SA, skewing the rollout figures.
Premier Steven Marshall said that SA was now the only place outside the Northern Territory to have broadened its vaccine program to include regional young people, and was "leading the nation".
"We do have excess capacity in country SA. We have vaccines that are available," he said.
"It's really important that we continue to look at every single opportunity in South Australia to increase that vaccination rate."
According to SA Health, as of May 23 there were 43,800 Pfizer vaccine doses in stock, and 23,000 AstraZeneca in stock.
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In a trapezium ABCD, E and F be the midpoints of the diagonals AC and BD respectively. Then, EF =?
Let E and F are midpoints of the diagonals AC and BD of trapezium ABCD respectively.
Draw DE and produce it to meet AB at G.
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∠AEG = ∠CED (vertically opposite angles)
AE = EC (E is the midpoint of AC)
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To rescue and rehabilitate neglected and abused pit bulls, to educate and advocate the community on animal cruelty and breed discrimination, and to save the life of one pit bull at a time.
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Pergola roofs are versatile structures that provide shade and decoration in various shapes and sizes. In this article we look at different types of pergola roofs to suit your next outdoor living space project.
1. Polycarbonate Roofs
Polycarbonate roofs offer lightweight, easy installation and protection against inclement weather. Consider adding ceiling lights to brighten the interior on dark, rainy days or when entertaining in your outdoor living space in the evening.
*There is also a selection of eye-catching designer light fittings specially designed for pergolas, and you can also inquire about our green and durable roofing options available for terraces.
2. Adjustable Louvre Roof
If you have a patio area, consider louvre roofing because it offers the best of both worlds. Louvre roofing can be opened to provide natural light and ventilation, or kept closed to provide shade and protection from the elements.
The sleek design comes with an easily adjustable crank shaft, making it simple to open and close the panels with a handle that turns easily.
We think the steel and aluminium frame in cool grey is ideal for contemporary spaces. Pair this with a modern sofa or wicker furniture and a streamlined coffee table to finish the sophisticated scene.
One of our customers sent us this photo of his Awning Warehouse pergola installed on his patio! We love how it looks!
3. Retractable Canvas Awnings
Retractable canvas awnings transform outdoor living spaces into year-round usage.
In this design, all you have to do is use the pulley to fold the canvas shade neatly to one side. When your outdoor space is not in use during cold winter months, the canvas can be removed and stored. This will prolong its life.
These versatile structures provide the perfect combination of shade and sunlight, allowing you to enjoy your outdoor space all year round. With a retractable canvas shade, you can easily adjust the amount of light and heat that enters your pergola, making it an ideal spot for entertaining guests or simply unwinding after a long day. And because pergolas are made from durable materials like wood or metal, they can withstand harsh weather conditions and last for years. So, whether you’re looking to create a cosy outdoor retreat or a functional workspace, pergolas with retractable canvas shades are the perfect addition to any home. Retractable awnings are available in a wide range of colours, enabling you to seamlessly blend your indoor/outdoor décor design.
Frequently Asked Questions
What angle should a pergola roof be?
Pergolas can be tailored to fit specific needs. Traditionally, the pergola roof is at a 90-degree angle from the posts but if you have a permanent solid roof on top of your design, or one that can close to create a solid surface, then you may want to opt for a slight angle by increasing the height of the structure at one end. This will prevent rainwater from pooling in the middle that can cause potential damage. The slope needed depends on how large your pergola is (the larger the roof area, the higher angle you’ll need) and whether or not your pergola has side panels.
What is the best roof for a pergola?
A detachable canvas awning is one of the more affordable and versatile choices. You can select from a wide colour palette range to suit your interior and garden themes. Canvas awnings are also ideal for controlling the required light, ventilation, and shade. Additional options like side panels (cladding), windproof screens (polycarbonate cladding), ambient LED perimeter lighting and instant infra-red heaters, all add to the overall luxury of this outdoor living space. Microcell canvas increases durability and thermal insulation. These lightweight canvas structures can be stored when not in use, adding to the lifespan of your pergola.
What about upgrading an existing pergola?
A new polycarbonate roof can upgrade an existing pergola. It is an easy option to improve the look and function of your outdoor living space. A solid and waterproof roof will provide shelter from the sun (microcell technology) and rain, while a screened roof will keep bugs out and allow you to enjoy the outdoors even on those pesky mosquito-filled nights.
Pergolas are a great way to incorporate the indoor/outdoor flow to your home. Pergolas are available in a variety of materials, as well as optional extras to elevate the comfort and level of outdoor living luxury. They are also available in a variety of designs and can be tailor-made to suit individual needs.
If you are looking for more reasons to love Awning Warehouse products and services, check out this video that showcases our new line of pergola roofing. | [
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At 9:18 p.m. last night, Baltimore County Fire Department personnel responded to the 100 block of Caraway Road 21136 (Preserve at Owings Mills apartments) for a report of a fire. When firefighters first arrived on the scene, they noticed heavy fire showing and called for a second alarm.
Firefighters rescued seven people and a dog from the second and third floors of the building. There was a total of 10 patients; four of which were transported to area hospitals for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. No firefighters were injured while fighting the fire.
The fire was brought under control at 9:51 p.m.
Fire investigators determined that the fire was accidental: caused by a candle that had fallen over in a second floor apartment. Approximately 12 apartments were damaged. Investigators are estimating the damages to be $200,000 to the building and $75,000 to the contents of the building.
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Khmer Rouge co-founder diestags: AP, Cambodia, genocide, Khmer Rouge, Ieng Sary, war criminals
Ieng Sary, who co-founded Cambodia's brutal Khmer Rouge movement in 1970s, was its public face abroad and decades later became one of its few leaders to be put on trial for the deaths of an estimated 1.7 million people, died Thursday morning. He was 87.
His death, however, came before any verdict was reached in his case, dashing hopes among survivors and court prosecutors that he would ever be punished for his alleged war crimes stemming from the darkest chapter in the country's history.
Ieng Sary was being tried by a joint Cambodian-international tribunal along with two other former Khmer Rouge leaders, both in their 80s, and there are fears that they, too, could also die before justice is served. Ieng Sary's wife, former Social Affairs Minister Ieng Thirith, had also been charged but was ruled unfit to stand trial last year because she suffered from a degenerative mental illness, probably Alzheimer's disease....
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Andover High School Activities Director Eric Lehtola Monday announced Melissa Sailor as the new girls’ hockey head coach.
The St. Olaf College graduate moved on to earn a master’s degree in sports management from St. Cloud State University where she was a graduate assistant with the women’s hockey program serving various capacities. She also coached her youngest sister on an Elk River under-14 team before moving on to coach in the Champlin-Park program for two seasons before joining the Huskies.
Sailor has also coached in USA Hockey advanced camps and OS Training (off-season) and coached in the fall High School Elite League including the under-18 Elite League.
An Irondale High School graduate, Sailor said she’s looking forward to the top job in what should be a promising program in a competitive Northwest Suburban Conference.
She was a coach for the recently completed advanced and high performance camps in which a few Huskies made the cut in their respective age groups for the spring season.
Freshmen Michell Holmes and McKenzie Sederberg made the High Performance 15s; freshman Sidney Portner and sophomore Maddie Rooney made the High Performance 16s and advanced to the final 54; and juniors Abbie Turpin, Mikayla Goodin and Rebecca Voltin each made the High Performance 16s team. Turpin and Goodin also made the final 54.
“Being part of the program the last couple of years and seeing the girls really grow was a huge decision maker for me and other people in the greater community really helped me make the decision,” Sailor said.
With two younger sisters in the Elk River program, a junior and freshman, Sailor, who is a decade older than the middle sister, said she’s going to have to keep her mouth shut around the family.
“I’ve coached against them for three years and it’s really difficult,” she said. “Of course, I think of what a cool thing it really is to coach against them but I’d rather not. They’re both defensemen.”
Sailor said fans should see a new emphasis on a tighter-playing defense from the last two seasons so the team can take advantage of the tremendous offensive skills coming back this fall. “You’ll see a similar highly-offensive team but more tight-disciplined defense focused on the play in our end first then moving the puck forward,” she said.
A meet the coach gathering took place April 24 at the Andover High School Media Center. | [
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In the realm of cannabis cultivation, light intensity is a critical factor that significantly impacts the plant’s growth and yield. Various metrics are used to measure light intensity, notably lumens and photosynthetic photon flux density (PPFD). Understanding the differences, benefits, and drawbacks of these measurements is crucial for cannabis growers seeking to optimize their crops. This article delves into the subject, providing a comprehensive comparison between lumens and PPFD, focusing on their respective applications in cannabis cultivation.
Lumens is a unit of measurement used to quantify the amount of visible light emitted by a source. In other words, lumens measure the total quantity of light visible to the human eye. This metric is commonly used in the lighting industry to rate the effectiveness of bulbs and lamps in indoor and outdoor environments.
However, when it comes to plant growth, the concept of lumens has limited applicability. The main reason is that the lumen scale is biased toward the sensitivity of the human eye, which peaks in the green region of the light spectrum around 555 nanometers. Plants, on the other hand, mainly utilize light in the blue (430-450 nm) and red (640-680 nm) regions of the spectrum for photosynthesis. Therefore, a light source with a high lumen output might not necessarily be effective for plant growth if it does not deliver light in the right spectral regions.
Unlike lumens, Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density (PPFD) is a measurement that is directly relevant to plants’ growth. PPFD measures the number of photosynthetically active photons that reach a specific area per second, expressed in micromoles per square meter per second (μmol/m²/s). These photons are within the photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) range, which spans from 400 to 700 nanometers. This range encompasses the light in the blue and red regions of the spectrum, vital for photosynthesis.
PPFD provides a more accurate representation of the usable light intensity for plants as it considers the quality of light in terms of its wavelength. By focusing on the PAR region, PPFD measures the light that plants can effectively use for photosynthesis. Consequently, a light source with a high PPFD value is often more beneficial for plant growth than a source with a high lumen output but low PPFD.
Lumens and PPFD in Cannabis Cultivation
In cannabis cultivation, understanding and leveraging these light metrics are essential for optimizing plant health, growth, and yield. Let’s examine the roles of lumens and PPFD in this context.
Using lumens as a primary guide for cannabis lighting can lead to sub-optimal results due to the aforementioned discrepancies in light utilization between humans and plants. A lighting setup with a high lumen output might be bright to the human eye but could fall short in providing the necessary light for the cannabis plant’s photosynthesis process.
PPFD, on the other hand, is a much more suitable measurement for cannabis cultivation. Cannabis plants require light in the PAR range for photosynthesis, and thus, a light source with a high PPFD would be beneficial. When cultivating cannabis, growers need to pay close attention to the PPFD at the plant canopy level, ensuring the light intensity is sufficient but not overwhelming. Too low PPFD values can lead to slow growth and lower yields, while excessively high PPFD values can cause light burn and damage to the plants.
Balancing Light Intensity for Optimal Growth
While PPFD provides a superior measure of usable light for cannabis plants, it’s essential to note that light intensity should be balanced with other growth factors such as temperature, humidity, CO2 levels, and nutrients. Cultivators should adjust these parameters based on the stage of plant growth. For example, seedlings require lower light intensity compared to mature plants during the flowering stage.
Additionally, not all cannabis strains respond similarly to light intensity. Some strains may be more tolerant of high PPFD levels, while others might thrive under lower light conditions. Therefore, cultivators need to adjust their lighting strategies based on the specific requirements of the cannabis strain they are growing.
In conclusion, while lumens provide a measure of visible light intensity, their relevance to cannabis cultivation is limited due to plants’ different light utilization. PPFD provides a much more accurate and relevant measurement for cannabis growers, as it considers the quantity of photosynthetically usable light. By understanding and applying these light metrics appropriately, cannabis growers can optimize their lighting systems for improved plant health and yield. | [
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|The Desert Song|
|Directed by||Roy Del Ruth|
|Screenplay by||Harvey Gates|
|Story by|| Otto A. Harbach |
Oscar Hammerstein II
|Based on|| The Desert Song |
by Oscar Hammerstein II
Otto A. Harbach
Book & Lyrics:
Otto A. Harbach
Oscar Hammerstein II
Frank Mandel
|Starring|| John Boles |
|Cinematography|| Barney McGill |
|Edited by|| Ralph Dawson |
|Music by|| Irving Berlin |
Oscar Hammerstein II
|Distributed by||Warner Bros. Pictures|
|125 minutes |
|Box office||$3,022,000 |
The Desert Song is a 1929 American Pre-Code operetta film directed by Roy Del Ruth and starring John Boles, Carlotta King, Louise Fazenda, and Myrna Loy. It was photographed partly in two-color Technicolor, the first film released by Warner Bros. to include footage in color. The film included a 10-minute intermission during which music was played.
It was based on the hit musical play with music by Sigmund Romberg and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein, Otto Harbach, and Frank Mandel, which opened at the Casino Theatre on Broadway on November 30, 1926, and ran for a very successful 465 performances. Although some of the songs from the show have been omitted, the film is otherwise virtually a duplicate of the stage production and extremely faithful to it.
On the basis of the success of The Desert Song, Warner Bros. quickly cast John Boles in an all-color musical feature called Song of the West, which was completed by June 1929 but had its release delayed until March 1930.
French General Birabeau has been sent to Morocco to root out and destroy the Riffs, a band of Arab rebels, who threaten the safety of the French outpost in the Moroccan desert. Their dashing, daredevil leader is the mysterious "Red Shadow". Margot Bonvalet, a lovely, sassy French girl, is soon to be married at the fort to Birabeau's right-hand man, Captain Fontaine. Birabeau's son Pierre, in reality the Red Shadow, loves Margot, but pretends to be a milksop to preserve his secret identity. Margot tells Pierre that she secretly yearns to be swept into the arms of some bold, dashing sheik, perhaps even the Red Shadow himself. Pierre, as the Red Shadow, kidnaps Margot and declares his love for her.
To her surprise, Margot's mysterious abductor treats her with every Western consideration. When the Red Shadow comes face to face with General Birabeau, the old man challenges the rebel leader to a duel. Of course Pierre will not kill his own father, so he refuses to fight, losing the respect of the Riffs. Azuri, the sinuous and secretive native dancing girl, might be persuaded to answer some of these riddles if only she can be persuaded by Captain Fontaine. Meanwhile, two other characters, Benny (a reporter) and Susan provide comic relief. Eventually, the Red Shadow's identity is discovered, a deal is struck with the Riffs, and Pierre and Margot live happily ever after.
After 1935, the original 1929 version became impossible to exhibit in the United States due to its pre-Production Code era content, which included sexual innuendo, lewd suggestive humor, and open discussion of themes such as homosexuality (e.g. Johnny Arthur plays a character who is obviously gay).[ citation needed ] Consequently, a cleaned-up remake was released in 1943, with a third version following in 1953.[ citation needed ]
According to Warner Bros records the film earned $1,549,000 domestically and $1,473,000 foreign.
Film critic Violet LeVoit observes on TCM.com:
“If Warner Brothers had not sat on the completed reels of this two-strip Technicolor musical for five inexplicable months, it would have beat MGM's Broadway Melody (1929) into theaters and enjoyed the distinction of being the first all-talkie (all-singie?) musical. But while the considerably stiff and stodgy Broadway Melody won Best Picture in 1929, modern audiences find more to love in this Moroccan desert operetta... not only because of the Oscar Hammerstein lyrics but the snappy direction of Roy Del Ruth, the shadowy, sensuous cinematography by Barney McGill, and how stars John Boles and Carlotta King can (belt) out the bold music with more power than other wispy singers in the early days of amplified sound.“
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L’Homme Ultime by Yves Saint Laurent is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for men. L’Homme Ultime was launched in 2016. L’Homme Ultime was created by Anne Flipo, Dominique Ropion and Juliette Karagueuzoglou.
- The top notes are Ginger, Grapefruit, Cardamom, and Bergamot;
- Middle notes are Rose, Sage, Geranium and Apple;
- Base notes are Cedar, Vetiver and Cashmere Wood.
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Israel Aerospace Industries, a major manufacturer of unmanned aerial vehicles, has unveiled a tilt-rotor drone dubbed "the Ghost" that weights just less than 9 pounds and is virtually silent.
That makes the aircraft ideal for stealthy surveillance. That could include tracking suspected militants marked for assassination by armed UAVs, helicopter gunships or F-16 strike jets using precision-guided munitions, a tactic used frequently by the Israelis against wanted Palestinian militants.
State-owned IAI, whose Malat Division developed the Ghost, says it's intended "for reconnaissance missions in urban settings," where many of the Israelis call "targeted killings" have taken place.
The new craft can take off and land vertically, which makes it adaptable in rugged combat terrain or deployment on warships.
The Ghost uses a pair of powered rotors mounted on rotating shafts at the tip of a fixed wing for loft and propulsion.
It combines the vertical lift capacity of a helicopter with the speed and range of a fixed-wing aircraft. The engines swivel for takeoff and landing, as well as for hovering.
Its battery-powered engines are extremely quiet, a crucial element if the craft is used to hover at low altitudes to observe possible targets that higher-flying conventional UAVs might not detect.
The Ghost has a range of around 2.5 miles, a flight endurance of six hours and speed of around 37 miles an hour.
With a wingspan of nearly 19 feet, it has a payload of 17.5 pounds and can carry day and night video cameras and a laser designator, which can be monitored on a console by the operator.
It's the second tilt-rotor UAV to be developed by IAI, flagship of Israel's high-tech defense industry. The Malat Division unveiled the Panther, a larger craft, in October. It has a take-off weight of about 138 pounds and a wingspan of 25 feet. It can stay airborne for six hours.
IAI also produces the Eitan, one of the world's largest UAVs, able to fly higher and longer than most drones.
The Eitan was unveiled in February 2010. It can remain aloft for 24 hours and fly as far as the Persian Gulf, putting Iran, deemed a strategic threat by Israel, within its reach.
The 4.5-ton, turboprop-powered craft, part of IAI's Heron family, has a wingspan of 85 feet, similar to that of a Boeing 737 airliner.
It carries a payload of up to one ton that includes advanced imaging, radar and mapping systems. It has a ceiling of 43,000 feet.
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US drone strike kills six militants in Pakistan: officials
Miranshah, Pakistan (AFP) March 11, 2011
At least six militants were killed in two US drone attacks in Pakistan's northwestern tribal region near the Afghan border on Friday, security officials said. The first drone fired two missiles targeting a suspected militant vehicle in Khaisor town, about 30 kilometres (19 miles) north of Miranshah, the main town in the North Waziristan region, they said. The attack left three militants... read more
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There are signs of fragile economic recovery, but economic growth is unlikely to be sustained unless it is inclusive and job rich, especially while labour market and social conditions remain extremely challenging and divergence between countries is growing, according to the September special edition of the EU Employment and Social Situation Review.
The EU is struggling with many challenges:
As the situation has worsened more in some Member States, divergences between countries have been growing, especially within the Euro Area. The South and periphery of the EU have been particularly hard hit. But also more resilient Member States get affected by spill-overs through reduced aggregate demand, eroded confidence, and contagion via the financial markets. These might threaten core objectives of the Economic and Monetary Union (EMU): to benefit all its members by promoting economic convergence and to improve the lives of citizens in the Member States.
The uneven impact of the crisis within countries has seen rising inequality with fiscal consolidation being most felt by the lower income groups hardest hit by job losses.
Social expenditure, offsetting the recession in the first phase, was then reduced becoming pro-cyclical with likely adverse effects continuing into the future. Sustainable growth will be all the more challenging.
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While comet ISON is expected to become easily visible to the naked eye as its tail grows on approach to the sun, a pair of binoculars or a telescope will certainly make the viewing of ISON that much more spectacular.
According to their web site dedicated to Comet ISON, “NASA has initiated a Comet ISON Observing Campaign to facilitate a massive global observation campaign incorporating both space-based and ground-based telescopes and encouraging citizen scientists and both professional and amateur astronomers to participate.”
Where is Comet ISON now
Comet ISON was first spotted 585 million miles away in September of 2012. Currently, Comet ISON is heading toward the sun and the intense heat and radiation is beginning to boil the water-ice on ISON, making it grow a tail.
If ISON survives its upcoming pass around the sun, reaching its closest approach to the sun on Thanksgiving Day Nov. 28, 2013, it should become brilliantly visible in the Northern Hemisphere.
At this closest approach, ISON will pass within only 730,000 miles above the sun’s surface. The intense internal pressure of the warming comet at that point could cause it to break apart. But if not, it should be visible with just the naked eye, and is predicted to be a particularly bright and beautiful comet.
Aside from its potentially intense beauty and visibility, part of the reason that astronomers are so excited about ISON is that this is the comet’s first pass by our sun since dropping out of the ORT cloud where comets come from.
This means that ISON, “is still made of pristine matter from the earliest days of the solar system’s formation, its top layers never having been lost by a trip near the sun,” says NASA.
To gather as much space science as possible, scientists be focusing the attention of at least 15 space-based assets and as many ground-based observatories as possible toward ISON. NASA refers to ISON in its pristine composition as a “time capsule from when the solar system first formed.” | [
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The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe railroad runs along the coast of the Western Cape in South Africa and is the most dangerous and spectacular in the country. The railroad was built in 1928 and links the towns of George and Knysna. The length of the line is 67 kilometres, however, a one-way journey lasts 3 hours. The first railway along the coast was actually constructed in 1908, but because of the serious accident that occured in a couple of days after its opening, the movement was suspended for the next 20 years.
Nowadays, the Kaaimans Bridge is considered the most dangerous stretch of track. It literally hangs over the Indian ocean. The precarious railroad have fast gained popularity among tourists, as early as 1993, 115000 travellers used it, of whom 70% were the foreigners. Those travellers who gather enough courage to make the trip, will gain a whole range of unforgettable impressions.
They will go by train across the steep rocky coast, cross several high railway bridges and enjoy picturesque beaches from the height. In 2006, one part of the rail line was affected deeply by flooding. Fortunately, it has been restored at the earliest possible time and in 2008 the legendary Kaaimans bridge already served as place of filming a marketing video. Next - Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
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Macedo EC, da Silva LR, Paiva MS, Ramos MN. Burden and quality of life of mothers of children and adolescents with chronic illnesses: an integrative review. Rev Lat Am Enfermagem. 2015 Jul-Aug;23(4):769-77. doi: 10.1590/0104-1169.0196.2613. PMID: 26444180; PMCID: PMC4623740.
To identify and analyze the evidence available regarding evaluation of burden and quality of life of mothers who are caregivers for children and adolescents with chronic illnesses.
An integrative review, undertaken in the electronic sources MEDLINE; Academic Search Premier; CINAHL; LILACS; SciELO and PubMed, between 2010 and 2014.
Among the 22 documents selected, there was a predominance of convenience samples and non-experimental transversal designs, at the levels IV and III2. The caregiver burden scales used were the Zarit Burden Interview and Montgomery-Borgatta Caregiver Burden Scale-Revised along with the following instruments for evaluating quality of life: The World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF Scale; Self-report questionnaires; The Ulm Quality of Life Inventory for Parents of chronically ill children; Asthma Caregiver Quality of Life Questionnaire; and the Nottingham Health Profile. Quality-of-life appears to be influenced in a complex and interrelated way by the physical and mental health of the mothers who are caregivers, in accordance with their level of independence, social relationships, environment, and the extent to which they see themselves as burdened.
The revealing of the results for the evaluation of burden and quality of life of mothers who are caregivers has implications for the planning and implementation of effective interventions, by the multidisciplinary team, if they are to relieve the burden.
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|Do you take into account yourself a person who effortlessly accepts new things? What kind of factors is it clean on the way to accept? What varieties of matters is it hard that allows you to be given? Are you an early adapter or do you wait to peer how something works and what different humans do with it? What kinds of things do you take delivery of this manner?
we’re talking about numerous classes whilst we speak approximately attractiveness. One class would be new gadgets and gadgets. This is often a pretty clean category to cope with. either we like some thing sufficient to shop for it or we do no longer love it that a whole lot.
What about some of the greater hard categories? How quick are you to simply accept new ideas? there’s a distinction here too. we can speak approximately cutting-edge thoughts like you would possibly get from brainstorming how to marketplace a product or we are able to talk approximately thoughts which might be new to you want learning approximately a religion this is different out of your ideals. What distinction do these distinctions make in how speedy you accept new thoughts?
What about accepting humans. How fast do you do this? Do you receive all unique styles of people inside the equal way and in line with the same criteria? What makes the distinction in the way you take delivery of human beings?
we’ve mentioned just a few of the diverse matters we be given or don’t accept on a day by day foundation. you have got explored your beliefs and feeling approximately these precise troubles. What do you do in case you need to boom your capacity for attractiveness?
You have a look at your beliefs approximately acceptance. you will locate that a number of your ideals about acceptance are self-proscribing ideals. They maintain you lower back from matters you might accept due to the fact they are based totally on fake assumptions or on vintage, old information and stories. these ideals need to be challenged.
To project your beliefs, whether self-restricting or no longer, ask yourself the following questions:
1. what’s my belief about that?
2. What do I consider about folks that preserve the equal notion as I do?
3. What do I believe about myself holding that perception?
4. What do I consider about folks that preserve ideals distinct than mine?
5. What facts am I basing this on?
6. What are my assumptions about this?
7. How valid are my assumptions?
8. what’s a specific belief I should have that is more empowering for me?
9. What do I ought to do to adopt that notion?
10. What am i able to do right now to undertake that perception?
eleven. What else do I want to do to undertake that notion?
12. What should get in my manner of adopting that notion?
13. How am i able to cope with any obstacles that get in my manner?
14. What are my next steps?
this is one correct manner to venture your ideals about reputation. while you do and are capable of exchange a number of your beliefs you’ll build your capability for popularity. | [
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E Magazine - 2010: Start of Our Make-or-Break Decade?
What Green Leaders Think Comes Next
Last Earth Day, we reached out to some of the brightest green movers and shakers, and asked them how they were going to spend the day, as well as how they thought the rest of the year would go. Now that 2010 has begun, we thought it would be a great time to circle back, take stock of our progress and look to the future. It's a whole new decade, with infinite opportunities, in addition to considerable challenges.
Here's to a happy, productive and meaningful decade!
I have hope for 2010 to unfold with a bright eye for growth in domestically generated renewable energy, a new generation of vehicles such as plug-in hybrids, and the sustainable growth of the social entrepreneur sector to harness for-profit business to impact social change with power and profits.
I see social entrepreneur ventures as where the rubber meets the road with regards to capital economy and social backbone. It's a place where real change can happen, where businesses that want to take a meaningful role in sustainable practices (both economically and ecologically) can be heroic. Where companies and consumers can put our money where our mouths are. It's a place where the private sector can influence change and grow the sustainable marketplace. As a consumer, I look to use my dollars to support sustainability, whether that is a product that is manufactured responsibly and has a low impact on the planet or a company that is fostering conscious, sustainable economy and ecology.
I don't think I'm alone with this way of thinking and I'm harnessing my time and energy into a number of projects on the burners and getting out into the media to promote them. I have been working with Purina as a spokesperson for their eco-friendly goods. Our 2009 "Do Gooder" Award contest was a great success and we are gearing up for another national campaign with the support of eco-fashion designers, to infuse a "Do Gooder" contest with style and substance. For me, this type of social entrepreneurship is an ideal fusion of ecology, economy, and social impact. It feels good to do good, and my vision of 2010 is to continue to grow that part of myself.
--Renée Loux is an author, eco-consultant, TV personality, chef, restaurateur and columnist for Women's Health Magazine. ReneeLoux.com
A brave new decade awaits each of us. With 2020 just ahead, my prediction is that humanity will begin gaining perfect vision in the year ahead. Together we will dream up and co-create a preferred common future -- greener, climate-healthier, more just and loving -- and that each of us will take action every day to ensure that every person and species in our interconnected world can thrive, with dignity and sufficiency.
--Wendy E. Brawer, founder of GreenMap.org, eco-designer, community media and cycling advocate
2010 is going to be the year when so much of the energy and effort of the past decades on behalf of the environment will come to fruition. Both the public and governments around the world have taken notice, and are understanding and acting on environmental concerns like deforestation, global warming, species extinction and freshwater depletion. These are not just feel-good campaigns, but are issues that impact economies, security, health and humanity's very survival. This year and the coming decade will see a cementing of environmental issues in the priorities and agendas of every country, concurrent with the continued and very real impact of climate change, which will only serve to remind us how little time we have to address these problems before it's too late.
Specifically, I'm excited to see the rise of vertical gardens and farms, which bring the best of the country to the high-density (and lower-impact) lifestyle of cities. Great design will enable us to do what we haven't been able to (or even thought of) before. I think designers, farmers and scientists will be the heroes of the new century. I think a more holistic way of looking at the world, as well as our own bodies, will keep us healthier, which will also force us to reconsider our resource use as our stay on the planet lengthens. Humanity has the capacity to live on this planet in a healthy, fair, responsible and sustainable way; this decade is the one where we will make it so. Or perish.
My hope for 2010 is that we recognize and honor the lessons that have already been presented to us, so that we move into a way of life that is filled with love and integrity. I believe that when we are able to see the bigger picture we are more motivated to do little things like use reusable bags and eat less meat. We can also more easily understand the sacred connection between our health and the health of all life on this planet.
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How to reproduce: say folder "project1' is a Visual Studio 2010 folder, which contains the whole solution. After done with updating the project, I close the solution, but not Visual Studio. Also close TortoiseHg client after commit the last change. So these 2 applications are not likely to lock any folder/file. Also, I've closed all related files in editor, so editor application won't lock any file.
Then I tried to copy the 'porject1' folder to another place (in different drive). This action causes my explorer crash, generating report, and close all explorer instances. The 'project1' folder didn't get copied to destination.
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This is log from Reliability Monitor.
> Windows Explorer Problem: stopped > working Description Faulting > Application Path: > C:\Windows\explorer.exe > > Problem signature Problem Event Name: > BEX64 Application Name: Explorer.EXE > Application Version: 6.1.7601.17514 > Application Timestamp: 4ce7a144 Fault > Module Name: MSVCR80.dll Fault Module > Version: 8.0.50727.4940 Fault Module > Timestamp: 4ca2b4dd Exception Offset: > 000000000001df0d Exception Code: > c000000d Exception Data: > 0000000000000000 OS Version: > 6.1.7601.2.1.0.256.48 Locale ID: 1033 Additional Information 1: 5e1d > Additional Information 2: > 5e1d64e35e71b3f9a1bf3e209e6282fe > Additional Information 3: 92cc > Additional Information 4: > 92cc0a832a0ad8ac8f072256bf80ab54 > > Extra information about the problem > Bucket ID: 1648840625
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Thursday, April 29, 2010
Iron Man 2 (2010) - MOVIE REVIEW
Director: Jon Favreau
Starring: Robert Downey Jr, Don Cheadle, Mickey Rourke, Gwyneth Paltrow, Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson
DVD in stores October 27
Firstly, we all know what Iron Man looks like so I've posted a photo of War Machine, played by Don Cheadle. Awesome.
Anyway... Robert Downey Jr. is back as the narcissistic, eccentric, Tony Stark. Picking up about 6 months after the first movie, the sequel is about how Tony Stark and the rest of the world deals with this new found superhero. Life is peachy for Stark, he has stopped selling weapons to the government and he has "...successfully privatised world peace", as he puts it. Also loving the spotlight and fame that has come with his superhero status.
Unfortunately, this isn't good enough for the U.S government. They are constantly putting pressure on Stark to turn over the suit so they can use the technology. This push is spearheaded by Stark's old rival, Justin Hammer (Sam Rockwell) from Hammer Industries. A weapons giant that is looking to use the technology from the Iron Man suit to create weapons for the government. At the same time, a new villain rises straight out of Russia. His name is Ivan Vanko a.k.a "Whiplash", played by Oscar nominee Mickey Rourke (The Wrestler). He has a family history with Stark and is out seeking revenge. With a knowledge of the arc reactor technology used in the Iron Man suit, Whiplash creates his own piece of destructive weaponry.
While the quality of an actors British accent doesn't really bother me, I hate a bad Russian accent when a character tries to speak English. Rourke does an excellent job portraying this tattooed Russian beast. He doesn't do too much talking but he plays one of the more intense comic book movie villains I've seen in a while. Nobody will reach the stratosphere of Heath Ledger's Joker but this was quite a terrifying villain.
Playing a bigger role in this sequel, Colonel James "Rhodey" Rhodes (Cheadle) gets his own suit and becomes "War Machine". Much to the despair of Iron Man fans, Terence Howard was replaced by Don Cheadle for the sequel. While he put forward a solid effort, he couldn't quite wear that army uniform like Howard could. Another new addition to the franchise, Scarlett Johansson plays the Black Widow. She played a small role and we didn't see her in action much but I'm thinking she'll be around for the next one and possibly the Avengers movie due out in a few years. After getting a sneak peek after the credits of the first movie, Samuel L. Jackson is back as Nick Fury, director of SHIELD. The big, mean, eye patch wearing recruiter of Avengers is an intimidating presence and just leaves you wanting to see more of him.
This franchise is very different to all your other superhero movies because everyone in the movie knows who Iron Man is. Because of this the character of Tony Stark is much more involved in the movie compared to others such as Batman or Superman. That makes this movie so fun to watch because Stark is so loveable because of his "coolness" factor that no other superhero has. Downey, once again portrays an excellent Stark and together with the help of the rest of the cast there is some great comic relief in this movie. It doesn't go over the top but it's around enough to keep this a light hearted affair.
While I would have liked the final showdown to go a little longer, I still thoroughly enjoyed this movie. It combines a good mix of both action and acting so it will appeal even to viewers that aren't big on superhero movies. Go check it out, it's a lot of fun.
Also, stick around after the movie, there is a little surprise appearance after all the credits... something to do with the Avengers.
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Tool and Die Makers are highly skilled professionals who work in the manufacturing industry.
Their work makes it possible to construct and maintain machines that are used to create several kinds of products we use on a daily basis.
Tool and Die Makers are some of the most highly trained professionals working in the manufacturing industry.
These professionals make and repair the tools, dies and devices that are used to create products such as clothing, furniture and aircraft parts.
Tool and Die Makers can work in manufacturing firms that create the tools themselves or shops that focus on producing tools for other manufacturing firms.
These professionals may work in hazardous environments and need to use safety precautions in order to perform their daily functions.
Table of Contents
- Education Requirements to Become a Tool and Die Maker
- Tool and Die Maker Job Description
- Tool and Die Maker Salary and Career Path
- Frequently Asked Questions
Education Requirements to Become a Tool and Die Maker
Candidates who want to become a Tool and Die Maker will need four or five years of working in this trade in order to become fully trained and prepared to work independently in the field.
Candidates can learn the skills necessary to become a Tool and Die Maker by attending a formal education program, post-secondary program or through an apprenticeship.
In order for candidates to be accepted into an apprenticeship or post-secondary program, they must have a high school diploma or its equivalency, a background in physics or mathematics such as geometry and trigonometry.
In addition, employers seek candidates with strong problem solving skills and the ability to use computer programs and software.
The majority of employers seek candidates who have completed an apprenticeship program.
During an apprenticeship, students will learn how to perform basic functions by hands on work as well as through a variety of classroom hours.
An apprenticeship may take up to four or five years to complete.
Applicants who finish an apprenticeship through a state or company funded program are required to complete a series of test showing their competency in the field.
Certification for this profession is not required although many employers prefer hiring candidates with this trait.
Candidates who seek certification will need to have a high school diploma or its equivalent, completed several mathematics courses and be at least 18 years of age.
Tool and Die Maker Job Description
In order to design and create tools and dies, these professionals must have the ability to use computer aided design (CAD).
Tool and Die Makers use CAD in order to create blueprints and plans for the variety of tools and dies they are responsible for creating.
Tool Makers need the ability to read and use blueprints in order to begin making a variety of tools.
A Tool and Die Maker’s goal is to produce precision tools that are used for a variety of functions such as cutting, shaping and forming materials such as metal.
In addition to creating tools, Tool Makers are also responsible for making jigs, fixtures, gauges and other measuring tools.
Die Makers are specifically responsible for creating a variety of metal forms referred to as “dies.” These metal forms are used for forging and stamping functions.
These professionals also create metal molds that are then used to create a variety of plastic, ceramic and composite products.
Tool and Die Maker Salary and Career Path
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the median wage for Tool and Die Makers in 2008 was approximately $22.32 per hour.
The salary range for these professionals during the same year was approximately $14.69 to $34.76 per hour.
Exact hourly wage will depend on a Tool and Die Maker’s experience, geographical location and the industry they work in.
Professionals working in the motor vehicle parts manufacturing industry earn, on average, more.
The median wage for professionals working in this sector is approximately $27.99 per hour.
The employment outlook for Tool and Die Makers is expected to decrease through the year 2018.
Job opportunities are expected to decrease by approximately 8 percent through 2018.
This decline will be due to foreign competition, advanced technology and machinery as well as increased worker productivity.
Advances in technology include improved automation, the use of CNC machine tools and manufacturing equipment designed to perform automatically.
Even with a decline of 8 percent, an applicant who wants to become a Tool and Die Maker should expect to find plenty of job opportunities in this trade.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics also reports that employers have a hard time finding candidates who are qualified to perform this trade’s basic functions.
The below information is based on the 2021 BLS national averages.
National Average Salary$56,150
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Manganji Pepper Seeds - Japanese Speciality Pepper,Capsicum annuum, Asian Vegetable
Manganji pepper is one of the designated traditional specialty vegetables of Kyoto, Japan. These vegetables are called kyo yasai or dento yasai. Many of these vegetables have existed for hundreds of years. This Japanese pepper has a thicker wall than the
fushimi and shishito peppers. Fruits average 6" long, mild flavored and not spicy. The pepper skin is shiny with distinctive wrinkles at the stem end.
Culinary tips: Sauté whole peppers with oil in hot pan and sprinkle with coarse salt. Excellent for tempura, yakitori, and pickling.
Mix equal parts potting soil, compost, perlite and sphagnum moss. Fill a 12-inch pot 3/4 full with the mixture. The pot should have adequate drainage. Start seeds two months before the planting season. Sow seeds on the surface and cover with a sprinkling of soil. Cover the seeds with plastic and keep them in a south-facing window. Mist the soil to keep it moist.
Plant seedlings in time to put them out after the last frost. When planting seedlings, place the plant in the center of the pot and cover the roots with soil. Water thoroughly and add more soil if necessary.
Place the potted pepper in full sun. Set a small tomato cage -- 2 to 3 feet high -- over the pot to support the plant as it grows. Water the pepper daily if necessary to keep the soil moist.
Fertilize every two weeks with half-strength liquid tomato fertilizer beginning when blooms appear.
Harvest the peppers as soon as they ripen to keep the plant producing. Once the pepper turns dark orange or red it is ripe. Cut the pepper from the plant just above the fruit. Peppers left on the plant too long will develop a hotter flavor.
Overwinter the plants for the next year. In the fall when the leaves begin to drop, cut the plant back to 3 or 4 inches above the soil line. Place the container in a cool, dark room and leave it until the spring, after frost danger has passed.
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To improve production, quality, and risk, industries need to implement industrial automation. The most popular in industrial automation is automation system with PLC programming.
There are a lot of PLC application in industrial, such as industrial automation, system control of the packing of goods conveyor, water treatment, system control of automatic loading machine, recondition control panel, system control of air conditioner and chiller, and many more.
Industrial automation with PLC programming will bring in value to the industry. For instant in warehouse planning & automation it will determine the cost of material movement and storage, such as how much space is truly required? Are the transport distances in the warehouse optimized? Etc.
It also can evaluate and quantify the expenditures of labor, such as value-added and non-value added, repetitive motions, inefficient handling. And it can evaluate throughput and production levels in receiving, storage, order picking, manifest and shipping.
Industrial automation above can be controlled by industrial control system which is called as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). A SCADA system consists of the following sub systems:
- A Human Machine Interface or HMI is the apparatus which presents process data to a human operator.
- A Supervisory (computer) system, acquiring the data and send command to the process.
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My husband is Jamaican. I love Jamaicans and that’s why I married one and am happily married.
But have no doubt about it, Jamaican society was a shock. Not the crime, nor the food or the noise but a whole society filled with ‘Baba Mama’s’. (Pronounced ‘Bebi Mada’)
A baby mama (also baby-mama and baby-mother) is a mother who is not married to her child’s father, although the term is often infused with other meanings as well. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_mama
And the reason I am writing about it, is in response to Laura Perrin’s article here about crime and fatherless families.
We know statistically that a lot of the stabbings, shootings and knife crime are within the black community in London – but we absolutely cannot compare the family structure of British Caribbean blacks and other Africans such as Somalies. Islamic Somalis have some of the highest marriage rates in the world, together with other ills such as forced and underage marriage and FGM. The one thing you cannot say about Islamic culture is that it produces fatherless children: quite the opposite: everyone has to get married, whether they like it or not, gay or straight, young or old.
“The gangs don’t necessarily follow racial groups, some can be very multicultural, but as a rule we’re finding the biggest threat to a young black male is indeed a young black male.”
Amnesty International called on the government “to urgently review” the Metropolitan Police’s Gangs Matrix and set up a public enquiry after it found that black men constituted 78 per cent of 3,500 people registered on the monitoring database.
And many of these blacks are of Caribbean origin.
My husband’s grandmother was born nearly 100 years ago. She had 11 children, was never married and had at least 5 or 6 fathers to her children. And this is the difference: Many British women had 11 children 100 years ago, but they were always married. The phenomena of single parent households (euphemism of single mother households) is pretty new in Britain. It is not new in the Caribbean, it was the norm 100 years ago.
86% of children in Jamaica are born out of wedlock and most people will never get married and this has been the situation for centuries, not decades. http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/columns/Marriage-matters_52111
The left would like to say this is due to slavery and warped male-female relationships. But a quick look at Trinidad with a large Muslim and Hindu populations, who were also indentured slaves from India, says this theory does not hold up very well. Ethnically Indian Trinidadians have some of the highest marriage rates in the world, as does India itself – so it would appear to be culture, not history. I am sure it is something else going on because similar patterns are seen in many non Islamic black communities, whether it is USA, Britain, Haiti or Nigeria. Black American women are the most unmarried women in the USA. https://www.economist.com/node/21532296
I always joke that that black American men go crazy in their teens and twenties because of all their excess testosterone, have lots of babies, sex, violence, drugs, sport and music and then at 35, when their testosterone reduces to near the levels of white men, all settle down and become washing-machine repair men. I may not be so far from the truth. Black men of West African descent have 19% higher testosterone levels than white men. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3455741
Black women also have higher levels of testosterone. Add this to a traditional Christian society that bans abortion (Abortion is illegal in Jamaica) and you end up with a lot of babies. (Jamaica has more churches per head of population than anywhere else in the world)
Every black, male Olympic 100m winner has been descended from the someone from the same part of Africa originally, whichever country they ended up in.
We do not like to talk about biology when related to race but what is good for winning 100m races, might not be great for passing A level Maths exams.
Testerone makes people strong, energetic, muscular, sexual and violent and competitive. These correlations are well known. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3693622/
Just a cursory look at Usain Bolt compared to Mark Zimmerman or Bill Gates will confirm this.
But there is more to it than just that but I do believe that helps to explain some of the root causes.
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24 May – TFBoys' Roy Wang has apologised for violating the law about smoking indoors in public venues.
As reported on ET Today, the singer, who was recently photographed puffing a cigarette inside a restaurant, issued a statement online, saying that he regretted his behaviour.
"My action has created a negative impact on the society. I am deeply ashamed by it, and feel sorry for being a bad example. I will bear all the responsibilities," wrote Roy.
He added, "As a public figure, I would like to apologise again. I will use this incident to reflect myself and become a better adult."
The Beijing Tobacco Control Association has also released a statement regarding the incident, saying that it is important for a public figure to show a good example to the public.
"We hope you will respect your influence on the society, face your mistake, take the initiative to admit your fault, apologise and accept the penalties," the statement added.
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Background: Sleep difficulties play an important role in the maintenance and course of chronic abdominal pain disorders (RAP and IBD). Particularly among adolescents with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) or recurrent abdominal pain (RAP), adequate sleep seems to be important, as the diseases self and the associated symptoms can cause distress and impair daytime functioning. Hence it seems adequate to take a closer look concerning the sleep difficulties within the different conditions of abdominal pain especially in comparison to a healthy control. To our knowledge no former study compared sleep problems in youths with RAP and IBD as well as healthy controls. Thus the aim of the present study was to 1) evaluate sleep problems in the RAP and IBD and 2) compare the sleep problems of these abdominal pain diseases with a healthy control group.
Methods: 129 adolescents (14-25 years) took part in the online survey, with 58 suffering from IBD, 23 had RAP and 48 healthy controls. Adolescents completed sleep questionnaires as PSQI, SDSC or NEQ. Data was analysed by conducting MANOVAs to test differences between the three groups followed by a post-hoc analyses.
Results: Significant differences between both patient groups and healthy controls regarding sleep quality as well as sleep disturbances were found. Results indicate that especially young IBD patients suffered more often from poor sleep quality, sleep disturbances as well as daily effects of nightmares than the control group. The comparison of adolescents with RAP and healthy controls showed elevated scores concerning sleep disturbances for RAP patients. However, IBD and RAP adolescents did not differ significantly concerning most sleep measurements.
Discussion: The study at hand was the first to compare adolescents with IBD and RAP regarding sleep difficulties. Adolescents with IBD and RAP have an impaired sleep quality as well as a higher rate of sleep disturbances and suffer from daily effects of nightmares than the control group. Therefore sleep disturbances should be also addressed when treating IBD and RAP patients to prevent further impairments. | [
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How Does Phosphorus Normally Enter The Atmosphere?
Phosphorus enters the atmosphere from volcanic aerosols. As this aerosol precipitates to earth it enters terrestrial food webs. Some of the phosphorus from terrestrial food webs dissolves in streams and lakes and the remainder enters the soil. Another source of phosphorus is fertilizers.
How does phosphorus naturally get into the environment?
Phosphorus moves in a cycle through rocks water soil and sediments and organisms. Over time rain and weathering cause rocks to release phosphate ions and other minerals. This inorganic phosphate is then distributed in soils and water. Plants take up inorganic phosphate from the soil.
Where does the phosphorus come from?
Today most of our phosphorus comes from phosphate rock that is mined around the world and then converted to phosphoric acid. Fifty million tonnes are made every year and it has multiple uses. It is used to make fertilisers animal feeds rust removers corrosion preventers and even dishwasher tablets.
What are two ways that phosphate enters the biotic community?
Phosphate enters the oceans via surface runoff groundwater flow and river flow. Phosphate dissolved in ocean water cycles into marine food webs. Some phosphate from the marine food webs falls to the ocean floor where it forms sediment.
How does phosphorus get into plants?
How does phosphorus get out of plants?
Phosphorus is most commonly found in rock formations and ocean sediments as phosphate salts. Phosphate salts that are released from rocks through weathering usually dissolve in soil water and will be absorbed by plants. … Eventually phosphorus is released again through weathering and the cycle starts over.
How did phosphorus arrive on Earth?
Phosphorus which is present in the DNA of all living organisms may have been delivered by the icy wanderers billions of years ago. A chemical element fundamental to all living things on Earth may have come from comet strikes astronomers say.
How does phosphorus initially enter the cycle?
How does phosphorus initially enter the cycle? Rocks create phosphate ions/minerals which is let out from rain. … Herbivores and carnivores return phosphorus to the cycle by dying and decomposing into the soil. Fungi helps quicken the process.
How phosphorus moves through the biotic and abiotic parts of an ecosystem?
What happens to the phosphorus that is carried by runoff to the oceans?
Water erodes rock and soil containing phosphorus which dissolves in the water. The phosphorus joins with the oxygen to form phosphate. … What happens to the phosphorus that is carried by run-off to the oceans? The phosphorus is in the form of phosphates much of which in concentrated in marine sediment.
Why is phosphorus needed in plants?
Phosphorus is therefore important in cell division and development of new tissue. Phosphorus is also associated with complex energy transformations in the plant. Adding phosphorus to soil low in available phosphorus promotes root growth and winter hardiness stimulates tillering and often hastens maturity.
What is the reservoir of phosphorus?
The reservoir of phosphorus in ecosystems is rock where it is bound to oxygen in the form of phosphate. As phosphate-rich rocks are exposed and eroded rainwater dissolves the phosphate. Dissolved phosphate is abosrbed through the roots of plants.
What role does the atmosphere play in the phosphorus cycle?
Do plants absorb phosphorus from the atmosphere or water?
Plants absorb phosphate from the soil or from water. Phosphorus is the most abundant gas in the atmosphere. Organic phosphate is taken up by producers during photosynthesis and released by cellular respiration.
Why phosphorus is immobile in the soil?
How does phosphorus enter the water?
Phosphorus gets into water in both urban and agricultural settings. Phosphorus tends to attach to soil particles and thus moves into surface-water bodies from runoff. A USGS study on Cape Cod Massachusetts showed that phosphorus can also migrate with groundwater flows.
How do you get phosphorus from soil?
How is phosphorus fixed in the soil?
What is the purpose of phosphorus in DNA strand?
What is the importance of phosphorus to life on Earth?
Does phosphorus make DNA?
DNA which stands for deoxyribonucleic acid resembles a long spiraling ladder. It consists of just a few kinds of atoms: carbon hydrogen oxygen nitrogen and phosphorus. Combinations of these atoms form the sugar-phosphate backbone of the DNA — the sides of the ladder in other words.
What is the main input in the phosphorus cycle?
At which point in the phosphorus cycle does phosphorus enter the food chain?
What are the 4 steps of the phosphorus cycle?
How does the phosphorus cycle connect to the other nutrient cycles?
The organic phosphorous is released and converted back into inorganic phosphorous through decomposition. The phosphorous cycle differs from other nutrient cycles because it never passes through a gaseous phase like the nitrogen or carbon cycles.
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Geoglyphology, An Ancient Science Rediscovered
Arthur D. Faram
Faram Research Foundation – Arlington, Texas
Recently Arthur Faram, while investigating his Celtic Genealogy, discovered an ancient and historically revealing science.
After determining that this science had not been mentioned in any previous publications, The Faram Research Foundation named the ancient science Geoglyphology. “Geo” for earth, “glyph” for writing and “ology “ for the study of…. The original function of Geoglyphology, by the ancients, was to mark and claim territories. Since its rediscovery, this ancient science has been used to expand both the search area and the knowledge base available to the Archeologist and related disciplines. In addition, since the science was primarily used to mark large territories, claimed by the originator of the geoglyph, the resultant findings are rewriting history. Read more
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The excavations at Meadowcroft rock shelter by Professor James Adovasio on July 13, 1974, then of the University of Pittsburgh, proved that an ancient culture lived in southwestern Pennsylvania in at least 14,000 BC, some 5,000 years before people were believed to have set foot in this hemisphere. His first word on receiving the radio-carbon dating report of his artifacts was, “Damn!” because he knew this would create a firestorm in the archeological establishment. The dominant paradigm at the time was that Clovis hunter/gatherers were the first to reach North America by crossing the Bering Strait land bridge around 9,000 BC. They supposedly followed herds of game south from Siberia to present-day Alberta and then spread across the Americas in a very short time. This outdated thesis has been thoroughly dismantled in the past few years. Read more | [
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Detailing the development and operational history of the Remington Model 10 (M10) Pump-Action Slide Shotgun.
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Unlike other global firepowers, the United States was never shy about going to war with shotguns in tow. This proved the case (even against German protests who deemed it, ironically, inhumane) in World War 1 (1914-1918) where the Remington Model 10 series pump-action shotgun was fielded to help shore up weapon stocks for US troops heading to Europe. Some even saw service in the lead-up to World War 2 (1939-1945) and thereafter.
Design of the Model 10 was attributed to gunsmith John Pedersen (1881-1951), a man regarded by John Moses Browning himself as the "Greatest Gun Designer in the World". Many of Remington's sport-shooting designs of the period could be traced back to Pedersen's involvement though his military-minded endeavors often fell short through no fault of his own. John Pedersen was the developer of the notable "Pedersen Device" - an assembly that was to be added to the M1903 Springfield service rifle allowing for firing of.30 caliber short cartridges through a semi-automatic action, essentially making the bolt-action M1903 a semi-automatic rifle in nature. Unfortunately, despite production lines beginning to output the assembly, the Pedersen Device was doomed by the cessation of hostilities in World War 1 - the Armistice being signed in November of 1918.
The Model 10 shotgun was introduced to Remington lines in 1910, originally as a sporting system. Production would ultimately span from 1908 until 1929 before the type was discontinued. All versions were 12-gauge and barrel lengths offered were the long-form 32-inch model and a shortened, compact 20-inch version. The action was manual through working of the slide mounted under the barrel and around the cylindrical magazine. The magazine was of basic tube form and incorporated up to five shells inline. A button along the right side of the receiver was held down with each pump-action to introduce a fresh shell into the chamber and eject any spent ones.. The loading port was located under the receiver ahead of the trigger and doubled as the ejection port. Take-down was relatively easy and produced two components - the barrel/magazine tube with slide and the receiver with shoulder stock and trigger group. Each model featured a fixed, ergonomic solid wood stock attached to the end of the receiver with a formed pistol grip. The slide was also wooden and usually ribbed for a firm grip. An iron sight was forged just aft of the muzzle. The proper position for Model 10 function was the firing hand around the grip, the shoulder stock tucked into the shoulder pit and the supporting hand at the pump-action slide. The weapon's rate-of-fire was, therefore, limited to the speed of the action while reloading was relatively simple.
When the United States committed to World War in 1917, the Remington concern was charged with delivering a militarized version of their Model 10 (Model 10-A) (other firearms manufactures were also brought into the mix). This produced a line of weapons recognized generically as "Trench Shotguns". More or less faithful to their sporting core, Model 10 Trench Shotguns were given shortened 23-inch barrels for compactness, a wooden heat shield fitted over the barrel to protect the forward hand, sling swivels for a shoulder strap and bayonet mountings under the muzzle to support the US military's standard M1917 bayonet. These versions were used in a frontline fashion alongside the competing Winchester Model 1897 shotguns, the Winchester proving the principle US Army shotgun of the war. To shore up requirements for guard duty, the Model 10 was also procured in a 20-inch barrel form (recognized as the "Riot Gun"). Like the Model 1897, the Remington Model 10 was also purchased in 26- and 30-inch barrel forms for training aircraft gunners in the fine art of shooting moving targets at range. Some 3,500 to 5,000 Remington Model 10s were produced for the US Army during World War 1.
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JPK Instruments, a world-leading manufacturer of nanoanalytic instrumentation for research in life sciences and soft matter, is pleased to report on the first work from the University of Nottingham who have chosen the ForceRobot® 300 system for their School of Pharmacy.
The Laboratory of Biophysics and Surface Analysis (LBSA), a multidisciplinary research division within the School of Pharmacy at the University of Nottingham, is one of the world's leading scanning probe microscopy groups, having published several hundred ground-breaking papers over the last twenty years.
Dr Stephanie Allen (Associate Professor and Reader in Molecular Biophysics) is an academic based within the LBSA. Her research interests focus in single molecule biophysics, and are driven by a desire to understand how biological processes work at the molecular level. Dr Allen also has an interest in exploring how this research can be exploited for the development of new therapeutic approaches within the pharmaceutical and biomedical sectors. Her work involves the application and development of a range of advanced biophysical tools such as Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), the Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM-D), the Biomembrane Force Probe (BFP) and Optical Tweezers. Most recently, she has added a new advanced technique from JPK Instruments - the ForceRobot® 300 system, which provides the ability to automate force spectroscopy measurements.
Force spectroscopy is an approach that allows the real-time study of molecular interactions to the single molecule level. Originating from the broad field of AFM, force spectroscopy directly enables the measurement of forces between and within molecules. The sensitivity is high enough to characterize the force required to unfold a single protein molecule or the mechanical strength of a single biomolecular receptor-ligand bond.
Force spectroscopy measurements are being applied at Nottingham in a number of projects (funded by the BBSRC and Pharmaceutical Industry). In single molecule experiments, the group are studying the effects of bacterial DNA binding/remodelling proteins on the mechanical properties of DNA. Other projects are aimed towards gaining an improved understanding of the molecular basis of diseases, such as those related to the blood protein, von Willebrand Factor (vWF). The ability to record forces between a pair of interacting biomolecules is also being explored as a basis for new screening approaches e.g. for drug-discovery and/or biopharmaceutical formulation development.
While it is possible to perform such studies using conventional AFM instruments that are capable of performing force spectroscopy measurements, the experiments are not trivial to perform/optimize and can be very labour and time intensive; many hundreds/thousands of force measurements are typically required per experiment. The ForceRobot is an automated platform with great flexibility enabling the researcher to plan advanced experiments, with automated procedures allowing the continuous recording of thousands of force measurements and the change of key experimental variables within one experiment, such as measurement surface location, speed of approach and retraction of the probe, and also checks of laser alignment and calibration during the experiment.
Says Dr Allen, "working with the ForceRobot enables my research group to perform more experiments without tying them to the bench to manually adjust parameters between each measurement. The system shows a lot of potential to provide improved statistical data, which I hope will lead to important new results very soon." The ForceRobot 300 has many further options for fluidics and temperature control to enable more reproducible results than achieved on a basic AFM system. | [
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“Our words reveal our thoughts; Our manners mirror our self esteem; Our actions reflect our character; Our habits predict the future.” – Ritu Ghatourey
Daily Nugget of Gold 1325
Gaining Control of Mind
It’s so true that we have a lot of thoughts, isn’t it? We once heard someone complain that the reason they can’t stay focused on anything is that they have no control over the deluge of thoughts that come whizzing into their head- all day long. That’s actually true of most of us, agree? We might be trying to do something and then the next thing we know we’re thinking of something else and our attention isn’t on what it is we are trying to do anymore. It’s particularly embarrassing when we are holding a conversation only to be asked a question and have to respond sheepishly, “What? I’m sorry, I zoned out for a bit.”
Remember how we talked about how habits can build, one upon another, and that as we have one behavior and transform it from a conscious effort to an automatic ritual, we can then do the same for others. This isn’t so much a quick way of getting to the ability to control our thinking and our thoughts so as to improve the quality of them, but it is indeed an effective way to get there proportional to the effort we’re willing to make.
Before we give you a brief primer on the subject, we do highly recommend doing the correspondence course contained in the book, The Master Key System by Charles F. Haanel. We want to let our readers know that this book isn’t the easiest thing to digest, but it is the most thorough course we are aware of in developing one’s mind. Each lesson has an exercise at the end of it making it a wonderful training manual for this purpose.
Our first step that we think would be helpful is to work on controlling our thoughts, by slowing them down and eventually stopping them. This sounds difficult and we can assure you that in the beginning, it is. Once we practice this we can move on to other things, but it helps to know that we are, indeed, actually in control, but we need to exert that control in order to have the ability to wield it at will. Meditative techniques such as focusing on a mantra, starring at a candle flame, or the like can help us in the beginning with this. Don’t be discouraged if you aren’t able to do this more than a few seconds at a time at first- that’s normal.
Our next issue will address building upon this foundation, but for now- just work at this. You CAN do this!
Question of the Day to Ask Ourselves
“What are the benefits I believe I will accrue by gaining control over my thoughts?”
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Schooling fish know that working together is better for everyone. The same is true on the Ocean Portal, where we are gathering a group of outstanding organizations in the fields of marine science, education, media, conservation, and other areas. By pooling our expertise and top assets, we can provide a richer experience than any one of us could alone. Get to know each organization by exploring their contributions on the OP and visiting their websites.
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You are among the first wave of visitors to the Portal, an experience which we hope will empower you to shape and share your personal Ocean experiences, knowledge, and perspectives.
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The global threats facing the marine environment lie at the core of all the projects funded by Save Our Seas Foundation. Overfishing, pollution and lack of effective resource management of the marine environment is destroying our ocean’s habitats and threatens the existence of many marine species.
Since its launch in 2003 the Save Our Seas Foundation has provided funding and support for over 100 diverse projects in more than 40 countries: from funding a patrol boat to help prevent illegal fishing of hammerhead sharks in Costa Rica, to the long-term funding of research into the behavioural ecology of great white sharks in South Africa.
EarthEcho International empowers youth to take action that protects and restores our water planet. The organization was founded by Philippe and Alexandra Cousteau in honor of their father Philippe Cousteau Sr., son of Jacques Yves Cousteau. EarthEcho International is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower youth to take action that protects and restores our water planet. EarthEcho International believes that if we truly want to save our water planet, then we must foster tomorrow’s leaders by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and tools to do. To that end, EarthEcho International engages youth to bring about global change by taking action in their communities, helping them to understand the vital connections between their lives and today's critical ocean and fresh water issues. Our programs leverage cutting-edge technology and the highest quality educational content to empower youth to both understand the conservation issues facing the environment and then take action through service-learning to solve them. The organization was founded by siblings Philippe and Alexandra Cousteau in honor of their father Philippe Cousteau Sr., famous son of the legendary explorer Jacques Yves Cousteau.
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Trucks and SUVs led the charge in September, with Jeep posting the month's second-highest increase (its 47 percent was bested only by Maserati, which, while impressive, operates in much smaller volumes...), General Motors reporting a 42-percent light-truck increase and Ram tallying a solid 25-percent gain. Ford, for its part, claims to be diligently managing its F-Series pickup volumes in anticipation of its brand-new, completely redesigned 2015 F-150.
As far as record streakers go, Subaru deserves a solid tip of the hat, its 31-percent gain last month being the 34th straight month of sales increases. Volkswagen, on the other hand, has been headed downward for quite some time now, and its 19-percent drop in sales marks the 18th straight month of decline. In other news, it's nice to see Volvo in the green after several months in the red, and we again have to hand it to Mitsubishi, which, despite what we'd describe as a pretty woeful set of products to push, posted a 39-percent gain last month.
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Initiating DHCP Server Setup
Configuring a DHCP Server is fundamental for network administrators aiming to enhance efficiency and manage IP address distribution effectively. As the backbone for assigning IP settings, a proper setup ensures seamless connectivity and streamlined network operations.
The Essence of DHCP Servers
DHCP servers play a vital role in simplifying IP management by automating address assignments, which curtails the potential for human error and IP conflicts, thus enabling smoother internet traffic and improved network functionality.
Prerequisites for DHCP Configuration
Prior to initiating the setup, it’s crucial to evaluate the network’s readiness for a DHCP server. This involves reviewing the network layout, confirming subnet configurations, and planning out the IP scopes to be utilized by the server.
Installing the DHCP Server Role
The process begins with the installation of the DHCP server role. While this step can vary depending on your platform, Windows users may employ the ‘Add Roles and Features’ wizard as a straightforward method for installation.
Establishing DHCP Scopes
Following installation, administrators must establish scopes, which demarcate the specific IP address ranges the DHCP server will manage, including definitions for range limits, lease times, and necessary exclusions for any non-dynamic devices.
Allocating DHCP Options
DHCP options are critical to provide clients with additional configuration data such as gateway addresses and DNS settings, thereby ensuring they have all requisite parameters for network communication.
Setting Reservations and Exclusions
Reservations lock an IP to a device’s MAC address, essential for servers and printers requiring consistent network addresses. Conversely, exclusions prevent distribution of certain IP addresses to avert conflicts.
Enacting DHCP Failover Protocols
Key aspects multicast ip address significance network efficiency like DHCP failover are indispensable for maintaining network uptime, where a secondary server seamlessly assumes control during primary server outages, preventing service disruptions.
DHCP Security and Access Management
Security within DHCP involves measures like DHCP Snooping to distinguish between approved and disallowed connections, safeguarding against harmful entities and managing client permissions effectively.
Routine Monitoring and Upkeep
Consistent monitoring, backing up configurations, and updating server software are central to uphold DHCP server stability, averting the deterioration of network services.
Diagnosing DHCP Complications
Grasping common DHCP predicaments and leveraging diagnostic tools are essential skills for network managers, ensuring prompt resolution of issues to maintain steady network operation.
Through diligent Configuring a DHCP Server, IT professionals can greatly strengthen their network foundations. Adhering to a structured approach and continual review of the server’s performance assures a resilient and competent network system.
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The Annual MTV Movie Awards is always exciting for film buffs like myself, because it is here we usually get some awesome new footage and teasers on upcoming films, and this year did not disappoint. Since we were blessed with some mesmerising new goodies, I thought I’d collate some great teasers here to look forward to this year.
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
(Starring Eddie Redmayne, Ezra Miller & Colin Farrell, release date 18/11/2016)
MTV are calling it a teaser, but it’s more of third trailer if you ask me. Running for 2.19 this exclusive new look inside the revamped wizarding world gives some great easter eggs and teaser into what’s to come. We get a mention of Albus Dumbledore, plus we get to see some actual wand and magic action. A neat part of the clip shows the ingenious way that magic is hidden from muggle….Take a look!
Kong: Skull Island
(Starring Tom Hiddleston, Brie Larson & Samuel L. Jackson, release date 10/3/2017)
The never ending re-birth of the King Kong fable is a persistent one, with new film Kong: Skull Island endeavouring to prove itself above the rest. This reboot has been kept heavily under wraps since 2014, yet at the MTV awards we got our first sneak peak of some footage and behind the scenes interviews with the cast. Can’t say much about this one yet, but it has Tom Hiddleston in it so it can’t fail. Check it out in the link bellow from
(Starring Margot Robbie, Will Smith & Jarred Leto, release date 4/8/2016)
We’ve recently been informed that Suicide Squad is on a re-shoot, promising more Batman, more Joker and more hilarity (uh, the trailer looked pretty good already guys but ok), this new ‘Blitz’ trailer blows away audiences for a second time. After the success of the first trailer’s release, fans have been screaming for more and more, and we got it. This could easily be it’s own blog post on itself. Confident that they haven’t given us too much yet, I can easily sit back and enjoy this trailer for what it is…a complete sh*t show, but in a good way. Enjoy.
Captain America: Civil War
(Starring Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr & Sebastian Stan, release date 28/4/2016)
Finally! A clip! A real clip! Marvel is great at teasing the goods, and three weeks out of its big cinematic release we get out first look at a scene from the film. Here we see Cap, Scarlet Witch and Falcon kick-a** in a fast paced, Marvel-esque style action sequence….just perfection. It’s probably also a good time to mention that the pre-screenings of this film blew audiences away..some are calling it the best Marvel film yet. Oh Boy. Check out the exclusive clip now! | [
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Asia Foundation Trustee Kathleen Stephens to Receive Distinguished Friend of Korea Award
San Francisco, September 20, 2016 — Yesterday, Friends of Korea (FOK) announced that The Asia Foundation Trustee Ambassador Kathleen Stephens will be awarded the first annual Kevin O’Donnell Distinguished Friend of Korea Award on September 24 at the FOK annual membership meeting in Washington, DC. The award, as part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the arrival of the first Peace Corps Volunteers in South Korea in 1966, recognizes an individual whose distinguished contributions embody the goal of Friends of Korea: strengthening bonds between Americans and Koreans.
Ambassador Stephens, a career diplomat in the U.S. Foreign Service, was U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea from 2008-2011. Most recently, she was based in India as the Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, and prior to that she was Acting Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs in 2012. From 2005 to 2007 she was Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs.
Ambassador Stephens served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Korea in the 1970s, and served as chief of the U.S. embassy’s political unit in Seoul. She recently joined the Korean Studies Program at Stanford University’s Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center as the program’s 2013–14 Koret Fellow, where her research interest focused on Korea’s modern journey, with particular attention to South Korea’s political development, to the impact of cultural and social change on its politics, and to the role of the United States.
Ambassador Stephens received the 2009 Presidential Meritorious Service Award. She has also been awarded the Korean government’s Sejong Cultural Prize in 2013, the Pacific Century Institute’s Building Bridges Award in 2011, the Outstanding Achievement Award from the American Chamber of Commerce in Korea, the Kwanghwa Medal of Diplomatic Merit from the Korean government, and the Korea-America Friendship Association Prize.
Since 1954, The Asia Foundation’s programs in Korea have responded to a rapidly changing economic and political environment. Korea has undergone a dramatic transition, developing into an advanced economy and robust democracy that is considered a model for others. The Foundation supports Korea’s efforts to expand and deepen international development cooperation and knowledge-sharing within the Asia-Pacific region. The Foundation’s Korea programs also facilitate Northeast Asian regional cooperation, including exchanges with North Korea.
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The Alice's Run Course
Epilepsy Action’s very own multi-terrain, 10km race set in the stunning country side of Yorkshire’s Calder Valley. The race starts in Brearly Field in Mytholmroyd and finishes at Calder High School. This years race will be the tenth anniversary and final Alice's Run. We hope that all runners old and new, will join us and make the final race the biggest and best ever!
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Up-and-coming director Trey Edward Shults delves into the horror genre with his second feature, It Comes at Night. The A24 release stars Joel Edgerton as Paul, whose solitary objective in life is to protect his wife Sarah (Carmen Ejogo) and son Travis (Kelvin Harrison Jr.) in the wake of a horrific event that has presumably left most of the population dead. The familial thriller plays off the paranoia and terror in never knowing who to trust and what is safe, and begs the question if life is worth living under such conditions.
After establishing the current order of things in the family’s boarded up cabin in the middle of a desolate forest, an intruder attempts to barge into their abode. Paul, armed and wearing a protective gas mask and gloves, confronts the assailant and discovers a man named Will (Christopher Abbott) who claims that he is searching for water for his own family who are also supposedly holed up some distance away. While Will seems earnest, and has resources that could prove valuable to Paul’s family, there are questions and observations that perpetuate seeds of doubt, and Paul never knows quite what to believe, even as his wife tries to be trusting of their new guest.
One can probably surmise that It Comes at Night is not your run-of-the-mill fright fest or creature feature, but rather an arthouse horror that relies more on unseen terrors and the horrors of the imagination than any tangible threat. The movie examines the dynamic of families under situations of duress and distrust, and the movie’s boarded up home setting provides a dark environment with eerie hallways and shadows that mask the unknown. Cinematographer Drew Daniels and director Shults do a terrific job of creating a sense of foreboding and bleakness with long tracking shots and zooms. The movie’s atmosphere serves as another character of sorts, giving the constant feeling of impending doom.
Joel Edgerton gives a strong performance as Paul, the patriarch who has to give up his humanity to protect his family. Kelvin Harrison Jr., who previously appeared in the Roots remake and The Birth of a Nation, holds his own as Paul’s son Travis, whose naivety and kindness often creates further tension and stress for the family. The film’s small ensemble delivers solid work across the board, as the small scale production relies on human drama and emotion to sell the story.
Fans of standard haunted house fare might not appreciate the atmospheric, interpersonal terror that brews in It Comes at Night: indeed, those waiting for something to literally come at night might be sorely disappointed. But those with a discerning eye for film and a desire for an unsettling tale that plays like a gripping short story and stays with you long after viewing would do well to see just what happens when It Comes at Night. | [
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"Memory Ashtray" - Bright Side of Tragedy
Bright Side of Tragedy is a Boise Rock School band that writes and performs all their own original music. They have performed locally at The Crux, The Linen Building, The New Years Eve Idaho Potato Drop and other venues.
'Memory Ashtray' is one of 5 songs that they professionally recorded with Steve Fulton at the AudioLab here in Boise.
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