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Cancer Letters. 2008 Mar 22 [Epub ahead of print] [Link]
Johansson D, Johansson A, Behnam-Motlagh P.
Department of Medical Biosciences, Clinical Chemistry, Umeå University, Building 6M, 2nd Floor, S-901 85 Umeå, Sweden.
alpha-Toxin (alpha-hemolysin) of Staphylococcus aureus is a pore-forming bacterial toxin which after caveolin-1-dependent assembly induces apoptosis in eukaryotic cells. We investigated if a sub-toxic concentration of staphylococcal alpha-toxin could enhance cisplatin-induced apoptosis and overcome acquired cisplatin-resistance in cultured malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) cells. MPM cells (P31wt) and a cisplatin-resistant sub-line (P31res) was incubated with alpha-toxin and/or cisplatin followed by determination of cell viability, apoptosis, and signaling pathways. P31res cells were more sensitive to alpha-toxin than P31 wt cells due to induction of apoptosis. A low-toxic concentration of alpha-toxin re-sensitized cisplatin P31res cytotoxicity by apoptosis-induced through the mitochondrial pathway without detectable activation of common up-stream apoptosis signaling proteins. The toxin/drug combination should be tested for cisplatin-resistant mesothelioma treatment.
Keywords: Staphylococcal alpha-toxin; alpha-Hemolysin; Cisplatin; Acquired resistance; Apoptosis; alpha-Toxin
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A two-year-old child presents to your office with a runny nose and a temperature of 39°C (102.2°F); he’s tugging at his right ear. His mother reports that these symptoms have been present for a day. His appetite and fluid intake are good, and while a bit irritable, he does not appear lethargic or toxic. The tympanic membrane is dull but not erythematous. It has limited mobility. What would be the best way to manage this patient’s illness?
The AAFP and the American Academy of Pediatrics recently released an evidence-based practice guideline that helps physicians provide the most up-to-date care for children with acute otitis media (AOM).1 The committee of experts from both specialties, as well as experts in infectious disease, epidemiology and otolaryngology, reviewed the best available evidence before making its recommendations. All recommendations have been carefully substantiated by research evidence and each has been assigned a rating for the strength of the evidence.
The guideline applies to otherwise healthy children age two months to 12 years with uncomplicated AOM. It begins by defining acute otitis media: A definite diagnosis of AOM requires an acute onset of signs and symptoms, evidence of a middle-ear effusion, and signs and symptoms of middle ear inflammation. Patients suspected of having AOM who do not meet all three of these criteria are described by the guideline as having an uncertain diagnosis of AOM. It is also important to distinguish AOM, which may benefit modestly from antibiotics, from otitis media with effusion, which does not. The authors of the guideline strongly recommend that the physician include an assessment of the child’s pain, since this assessment is the first step to reducing pain. Too often, patients leave with an antibiotic but without a recommendation for analgesia.
The authors recommend acetaminophen and ibuprofen as the mainstays of pain relief, although topical and naturopathic agents also have evidence to support their effectiveness. Physicians should choose an agent based on their evaluation of its risks and benefits, taking into account parent or caregiver and patient preference.
The decision to prescribe antibiotics depends on the child’s age, the certainty of the diagnosis and the severity of symptoms. Severe AOM is characterized by severe otalgia and/or a temperature of 39°C (102.2°F) or higher. In certain circumstances, provided that follow-up in 48 to 72 hours can be assured and analgesia is provided, observation without antibiotics is an option. This should be considered in children who fall into one of the following categories: 1) age six months to two years with an uncertain diagnosis and nonsevere symptoms, 2) age over two years with a certain diagnosis but nonsevere symptoms, and 3) age over two years with an uncertain diagnosis. The guideline cites studies showing that the majority of children improve within three days of presentation, even without antibiotics,2,3 and that the risk of complications is no higher with delayed antibiotic treatment.4 If antibiotics are needed, amoxicillin is recommended as initial management in a dose of 80 mg per kg per day to 90 mg per kg per day (in divided doses) for nonsevere illness, and amoxicillin-clavulanate is recommended in a dose of 90 mg per kg per day (in divided doses) for children with severe symptoms or for those who need additional coverage for beta lactamase positive H. influenzae and M. catarrhalis.
This article is part of a series that offers evidence-based tools to assist family physicians in improving their decision making at the point of care. The series is produced in partnership with American Family Physician. A related article, which also includes the acute otitis media encounter form, appears in the June 15, 2004, issue of AFP, pages 2896-2898.
Other articles in this series include “Making Decisions at the Point of Care: Sore Throat,” FPM, September 2003, page 68; “Diagnosing Pulmonary Embolism,” FPM, February 2004, page 61; and “A Tool for Evaluating Hypertension,” FPM, March 2004, page 79. All tools are available free online at https://www.aafp.org/fpm/toolbox.
Applying the guideline
Based on the AAFP/AAP guideline, a suggested encounter form for children age two months to 12 years presenting with earache is shown below (and can also be downloaded). Using the encounter form, a physician could quickly conclude that the hypothetical patient described above has an uncertain diagnosis of AOM. Although there is evidence of effusion and an acute onset of symptoms, there is no evidence of inflammation. The illness is not severe, with a low-grade fever and non-specific tugging at his ear. It would be reasonable to provide analgesia in the form of acetaminophen and have the parents observe the child carefully for 48 to 72 hours. If he does not improve, or shows signs of worsening, they should return for reevaluation. If antibiotics are required and symptoms are not severe, amoxicillin at a dose of 80 mg per kg per day to 90 mg per kg per day is the best choice for non-allergic patients.
Acute Otitis Media (AOM) Encounter Form
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What was Wildfire?
Wildfire was a mobile app that keeps you informed of important events happening nearby and makes it easy to spread the word quickly when something significant happens. It was active from 2015 to 2021, when the Wildfire team joined Opendoor. You can read the full story here.
What happened to my Wildfire user data?
During the sunset period, we are offering a data export available here and from the app. The sunset period ends on July 11th. Afterwards, we will be deleting all user data.
How did it work?
In the Wildfire app, important, trending posts get sent out as alerts to people nearby. Some real life examples include:
How did this start?
The idea for Wildfire originated after one of the founders was nearly mugged outside a library on UC Berkeley’s campus in 2015. He made a Facebook post to warn students, which got hundreds of views, but quickly realized that Berkeley has thousands of students who either weren’t friends with him on social media or scrolling through their newsfeed at that moment. We realized there's currently no effective way to spread or hear real-time information with your local community. Existing social networks are limited to your network of friends and family. We built Wildfire as a much more effective way to communicate with the people right around you in real-time.
Why was it called Wildfire?
Because everytime we send out a notification it spreads like…
How can I contact the Wildfire team?
You can email us at email@example.com
Where was Wildfire featured?
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What have the stock market returns for the last 30 years been and how has that changed over time. Can we expect that the current economic meltdown will change accepted wisdom and have us all fleeing into bonds, real estate, gold, or bitcoin?
Having said that, it never ceases to amaze me just how many people I know are nervous of the stock market and view it as a dangerous and risky place to invest. It’s doubly strange when these same folks are in it for the long haul. Especially as once your investment horizon exceeds 15 years, there is no period when stock market returns didn’t beat bonds and other mainstream investments,
But I guess when it comes down to it either some people are impervious to reason and blinded by an irrational fear of any downturn and paper loss of capital value or they are fully justified in maintaining a consistent, conservative risk-averse investing approach.
How the stock market has done over time
Here are the annual returns of the stock market from 1928 to 2019 as measured by the Standard and Poor’s 500 index, abbreviated to the S&P 500 represented by the blue line. 1)The historical data for the S&P 500 annual returns, the 10-Year US T-Bonds annual returns, and the annual US inflation rates were taken from this site. All calculations and charts here were made by Bad Investments Advice for this article.
As we can all see the annual returns are all over the chart. The highest annual return was over 52% in 1954, the lowest annual return was a loss of nearly 44% in 1931 while the average annual return was 11.57%. All these figures assume that any dividends received were reinvested in the stocks composing the index.
Since we are looking here at investing rather than day trading we need to consider performance over longer periods.
Here is what those returns look like when taken over successive preceding 30-year periods. As the data before 1928 is less reliable, the previous 30-year return line in our chart starts 30 years later i.e. in 1957. The blue line is still the annual returns of the S&P 500 while the steadier gray line shows the average return over the previous 30 years.
This paints a much more stable picture. But how did the stock market perform with respect to bonds for example? In the years leading up to during and after World War II, government bonds were a popular savings vehicle for private individuals, as I Iearned growing up.
This is how the returns of the Standard and Poor’s 500 index compared with the annual returns from 10-year US Treasury, or T-Bonds looks like.
The blue line still shows the S&P 500 annual returns while the orange line shows the 10-Year US T-Bonds annual returns.
We can see that the annual returns on the 10-year T-Bonds didn’t dip into negative territory quite as much as the S&P 500 index but it still moves up and down dramatically. On an annual basis, either of these investments would be a bit of a wild ride.
If an investor were choosing between the extremes of the stock market, as measured by the S&P 500 and government bonds using 10-Year US T-Bonds as a benchmark what would the long term performance of each look like.
Again the blue line is the S&P 500 annual returns while the gray line is the S&P 500 average return over the previous 30 years and the orange line is the 10-Year T-Bond average return over the previous 30 years.
We can see that over a 30-year investing horizon the stock market was still a more attractive place than government bonds, at least for the period over which we have reliable data.
Impact of time
Just for fun, if we were able to start the clock in 1928 and had $1,000 to invest, what would be the outcome if that had been invested in the stock market compared with 10-year US T-Bonds.
As you can see the stock market investment would result in around $5 million today whereas the government bonds would yield less than $100,000.
To be fair that’s almost like asking if you could have invested a single penny at the time of the birth of Christ, how bit a lump of gold would you own today. Unless you had a very generous and prescient great-grandfather, investing a single sum for a single individual over a 90-year period is, let’s say unlikely to happen.
So let’s consider some more realistic scenarios.
Real-life simulations – a lump sum.
Let’s take a look at how each of these investments would perform over a rolling 30-year window of time.
In the first case let’s imaging you had $10,000 to invest, maybe an inheritance from a relative or a generous gift to get you started. You could choose to invest either in the stock market or in government bonds.
We want to look at how that $10,000 would grow either in the stock market or in government bonds. We start the clock in 1928 so the first 30-year window is from 1928 to 1957 and so on. Our last 30-year window is from 1980 to 2019.
And to make the numbers a little more real, let’s assume that capital gains tax of 25% was applied to both cases. We will also carry forward any capital losses.
Here is what we’d see.
The blue bars of the $ sums we’d end up with if we invested in the stock market while the orange bars show the result of government bonds.
That looks to me like a fairly convincing case for the stock market.
The S&P 500 beats 10-year US T-bonds for every 30-year period we know about. The closest government bonds came to the stock market was in the 30-year period ending 2008 when the S&P returned $99,928 and the 10-year T-Bonds would have returned $75,005. At all other times, bonds returned roughly half of what stocks returned.
Real-life simulations – the steady investor.
Not all of us have generous relatives so let’s consider a case of a steady investor.
Here we are assuming that we have $1,000 a year to invest either in the stock market or in government bonds. Again to make the numbers more realistic we apply a 25% tax on capital gain and carry forward any capital losses. This is what we get.
The blue bars are the $ sums we would get from the stock market while the orange bars are the $ sum returns from government bonds.
Again we see that the closest they come was for the 30-year period ending in 2008. Over that period the S&P returned $89,433 and the 10-year US T-Bonds returned $98,100. So in this case investing in bonds would have beat the stock market.
But even then let’s imagine that our two investors or our single investor with two portfolios could hold on for one more year, the stock market portfolio would have bounced back and returned $115,714 while the bond portfolio would have lost ground and returned $78,045. The annual return on the 10-year US T-Bonds turned a negative 11.12% in 2009
What about inflation
Inflation is one of those certainties in life, much like death and taxes and about as popular.
Investment vehicles react differently to inflation, some are inflation prone while others are inflation resistant like gold is supposed to be a hedge against inflation but as we are only concerned with results, that isn’t the issue here. To learn more about inflation, check here.
This is what US inflation did over our time window in question.
Deflation in the 1930s following the 1929 stock market crash and into the early years of the great depression. High inflation during World War II and high inflation again coinciding with oil crises in the 1970s and early 80s.
Here is the impact of inflation on the annual returns of the stock market compared with the annual returns of 10-year US T-Bonds.
The orange line is the S&P 500 annual returns adjusted for inflation while the gray line is the 10-Year US T-Bonds annual returns adjusted for inflation. We see pretty much the same shapes as before but dampened somewhat and lower overall.
The next question would be what is the effect of inflation in the long-term, in our case 30-year returns. This is what that looks like
Here the orange line is the inflation-adjusted 30-year average annual return of the S&P 500 while the blue line is the inflation-adjusted 30-year average annual return for 10-Year US T-Bonds.
As you can see the inflation-adjusted bond returns, also called real returns were negative for many periods in the 1960s, 70s, and early 80s. Those would have been times when it was preferable to stuff dollar bills under a mattress rather than invest in government bonds.
Making the most of investing
If there were a few lessons I would draw from this, they would be
- invest for the long haul
- make regular contributions, that reduces your exposure to dramatic market swings
- the more you can spare early on the more it will grow over time
- maximize whatever employer-matching scheme you may have
- invest long-term in index-linked broad market funds, that mimic or replicate the S&P 500
- minimize your tax exposure by benefiting from Roth IRAs and other IRAs to the extent you can
- stay the course, hold tight, stick to your strategy, don’t bail when the market turns down.
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Instead of rolling your old socks and whipping them at your sibling, get yourself a needle and a little imagination and create a menagerie of stinky creatures. ( I recommend you to wash them first.) Miyako Kanamori’s book will keep you and your kids busy on those rainy days.
Sock and Glove presents thirteen delightful softy projects that are quick to make-and certain to amuse and delight. Full of individuality and mischief, these stuffed creations are all pieced together from ordinary socks, gloves, and mittens. Step-by-step illustrations and instructions make it easy to craft and dress a whole menagerie, including monkeys, elephants, piglets, bunnies, and even an insouciant fish.
Endearing to adults and children alike, these whimsical creatures make perfect gifts and inspiring companions.
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For CloudPages installation or to perform any task with the server you often need server SSH access. The service provider may provide you the SSH access at the time of creating the server. You may know about different types of SSH clients and their use. SSH clients are software or application which are used to access server terminals to perform different types of functions. Here we will learn to configure public key authentication with the Bitvise SSH Client.
In this article, we are going to write about a popular SSH client that is Bitvise. Bitvise is one of the popular and easy-to-use SSH clients. Thousands of users are using it. Bitvise allows you easy access to the server terminal and SFTP. You can install, remove, update packages and perform other operations using it.
In this article, our main focus will be about the SSH key generation, how to import or export it, and its use. Basically, some providers allow public-key access methods and some allow password access methods. Both have their own importance and use but in this article, our focus is only on the key authentication method.
What is SSH?
As we know computers need to communicate with each other. And for the communication, they need a way or path or a network protocol. And we always focus to have a secure protocol to access and communicate between computers. For this purpose, a protocol is used between computers and one of them is SSH. SSH is a secured network protocol to access remote computers in a network.
Secure Shell or Secure Shell or Secure Socket Shell, this protocol enables secure communication and access to remote computers. You can connect to another machine using SSH without having physical access to it; the connection is made over the internet.
What is Bitvise SSH Client?
Bitvise is a software or application that is used to access your remote server using its credentials. Bitvise SSH Client is a free program Using this tool, you can establish an SSH connection. A user typically launches the program interactively, so it runs only when it is launched by the user. Additionally, it can be run unattended for performing scripted commands or transferring files, as well as maintaining a port forwarding configuration.
Bitvise SSH client is supported by all the desktop and server versions of windows both 32 and 64 bit. It supports Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, server 2003, to server 2019, and all.
To download the Bitvise client just click on the Download Now button present below.
Downloading Bitvise is very easy and a few click process. Just click on this button and download the stable version of Bitvise now.
Install Bitvise Client
Once the download process is done now it’s time to install Bitvise Client on your system.
To install Bitvise just open the Bitvise file and then follow the instructions.
- Run and Accept to terms and you can add some information there.
- Check desktop icon button if you need it to create a desktop shortcut.
- Finally the installation has begun. The black screen is displaying the installation process.
How to use Bitvise?
As explained Bitvise is used for the remote server SSH access. You can access Bitvise using a password. To use Bitvise what you need is:
- Server IP
- Server user (SSH username)
- Password or Public key
If you have these things you can log in to your remote server SSH and you can do the following things.
- Use terminal (Install, remove, update any packages etc)
- Transfer files
- Download and upload files
If you access your server using Bitvise means you have access to your system and you can do anything you want.
How to generate a Bitvise SSH key?
If you want to generate a new SSH key for your Bitvise SSH client to use it for the communication between servers you just have to open Bitvise client and follow these steps.
On the dashboard of Bitvise SSH client, you can see a Client Key Manager button click there and it will open a pop-up window for you
Here you can see a Generate New button click on that.
It will ask you for the following information provide that and click on the generate button.
It will take some time to generate, you can see the process while the key is getting generated:
Once generated you can see the key in the list in your key manager.
You can use this key to access any server. Read below about import and export.
How to import and export SSH from Bitvise?
Often you need to import or export your public or private SSH keys. Bitvise has this option and you can do it if you need to share your key with anyone or someone send you their key you can also import that.
Import Public Key:
To import a key in Bitvise SSH client you just need to have the key in your system and after that go to Bitvise.
Here you can see a Client Key manager button click on that. A keys popup screen will appear.
On the pop-up screen, you can see the import-export and all options click on the import option to import the key to your SSH client.
Select the key from your computer and import it, it will show like this in your Bitvise. From the Client keys, you can select the key using which you want to log in.
Export Public Key:
You can also export your public or the private key from the Bitvise. Usually you need to export public keys so that you can add them to your remote server for password less authentication.
Go to the Bitvise SSH client and click on the Client Key Manager.
Then on this page, you can see an export button select any key from the list, and then click on the Export button
This will ask you for the selection of key format. For this will select the second option that is the Open SSH format.
After doing all this just click on the export button and it will ask for the location to save, confirm that and save.
Add Public Key in CloudPages for password less authentication:
Go to the server Dashboard and click on List Websites on the sidebar.
Select the website that you want to add a public key to:
Click on Settings in the sidebar of the website
Click on the Change password for adding new key.
Add public key
Click on + Add Key button
A pop-up will appear on your screen enter your public key (that you have exported from Bitvise) in this box and press add button
You can see that key is added to your website linux user. If you use key based login, you need not set password for this linux user.
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EASTER STATEMENTS DEI PRINCIPALI MOVIMENTI E PARTITI POLITICI REPUBBLICANI
Una raccolta delle Dichiarazioni di Pasqua 2012 dei maggiori movimenti e partiti politici repubblicani
Qui di seguito gli Easter Statements proclamati nel corso delle varie commemorazioni che si sono susseguite la Domenica e il Lunedì di Pasqua. La raccolta è attualmente incompleta. Procederemo ad aggiornamenti non appena verranno divulgati i testi delle dichiarazioni dei movimenti e partiti politici repubblicani, al momento non ancora disponibili
- 32 COUNTY SOVEREIGNITY MOVEMENT EASTER STATEMENT 2012
- REPUBLICAN NETWORK FOR UNITY EASTER STATEMENT 2012
- SINN FEIN EASTER SUNDAY SPEECH 2012
- REPUBLICAN SINN FEIN EASTER STATEMENT 2012
- IRISH REPUBLICAN SOCIALIST COMMITTEES OF NORTH AMERICA EASTER STATEMENT 2012
The 32CSM would like to thank all of you for attending and all who travelled from near and far to be here. We send solidarity greetings to fellow Republicans and to all those who struggle against oppression and Imperialism. We would also like to pay special tribute to our honorary National Secretary Marian Price who may be absent here today, interned in a British cell but who is always in our thoughts.
It has been nearly 100 years since the Irish Volunteers and their comrades in the Irish Citizens Army marched out in unison to declare a Republic and to defend it through any means necessary. We are here today to remember their sacrifice and the sacrifice of all those who died struggling to realize that aim.
The past 100 years have seen many changes, however the underlying political problems which motivated the men who marched out that April morning remain. The twin presence of imperialism and capitalism continue to cast a long shadow over the lives of the Irish people. Republicans stand here today continuing to defy those who demand submission.
The past year has highlighted the extent to which the six county state remains an outpost of British oppression. We have seen the continuing harassment of Republican families, the return of the supergrass system, internment and the inhumane treatment of Republican prisoners in British jails. The targeting of our families has shown up the PSNI as the inheritors of the RUC’s shameful legacy.
Children are being brought into a political conflict, not through the actions of Republicans but by the trauma they have suffered at the hands of the PSNI. The searching of children as young as five and six has been admitted as a regular occurrence by this police force that we are expected to embrace as one which is here to defend our community. The actions of the PSNI have not only resulted in a new generation rejecting their presence it has also shown that no British force in Ireland will ever be utilized for anything other than to repress dissent.
The 32CSM challenges those who defend these servants of the crown, to explain what Republican argument exists that defends the right of the PSNI to traumatise children and harass activists promoting the Republican political message.
The return of supergrass trials is a timely reminder that little has changed in the six counties. Old tactics are being revived despite being totally discredited and contrary to the very notion of due process. Although these efforts have so far been aimed at Loyalists it is obvious that should they prove useful they will then be utilized against Republicans. The 32CSM stands resolutely against this system of paid perjury.
As in the case of Marian Price the British government have already proved that should there be no case to answer in court then they will dispense with the judicial process. Internment is alive in 2012 and its victims are filling the wings of Maghaberry prison. Marian has been interned now for the best part of a year in isolation for her political opposition to the Stormont regime.
She was intended to serve as an example by the British, a warning to all who dare challenge their right to rule in Ireland. Instead Marian stands today as an inspiration to all who refuse to bend the knee in the face of oppression. The 32CSM will continue to rally around Marian and we urge all Republicans to do likewise. We also send greetings to the prisoners on protest in Maghaberry. They have shown that in the words of Volunteer Bobby Sands “They have nothing in their whole imperialist arsenal that can break the spirit of one Irishman who refuses to be broken”
The prisoners in Maghaberry are standing by the Republican position. This is the same position that the 32CSM has always stood by, that the Republican struggle is a legitimate political one whose adherents will not be criminalised. The 32CSM has since our inception put forward a consistent and logical political argument. We believe that the fundamental source of conflict in Ireland remains the violation of Irish Sovereignty through the occupation of the six counties. As such all our actions, positions and future endeavours are underpinned by the reality of the occupation.
In the past two years there has been a clamour of numerous individuals, religious figures and political personalities rushing to call for Republicans to engage in dialogue. They have presented Republicans as unwilling to talk or as criminals devoid of any political argument. This is a distortion of history and an attempt to mask their true intentions. The 32CSM has sent our policy positions which are publicly available to all political parties In Ireland. No one can claim that we have failed to make public our position. Those seeking to engage in dialogue with Republicans have given no basis for which such talks should take place. This is because they have no intention of addressing the core issues of the conflict.
The narrative that is being peddled by the establishment is one of Republican violence and refusal to engage politically with the Stormont regime. Republicans however have consistently pointed to the British presence as the source of conflict. The only legitimate basis for engaging in discussion is to talk about the removal of the occupation. Other secondary issues can then be engaged with as outlined in our policy.
Today we say to the British government, their allies in Stormont and those calling for dialogue, the IRA are not the source of conflict, they are a response to an illegal occupying force. The suppression of republican political activists by the state is no accident. They seek to undermine the political nature of Republicanism. They fear our argument not only because it is consistent but because there is no way to accommodate it within the occupation. Republicans cannot and will not engage with the institutions of partition and those who do have no right to claim the label Republicans.
We are fast approaching the centenary of the Easter Rising; however next year will mark 100 years since the 1913 strike and lockout. In 1913 it was Irish capitalists supported by the British government supressing the working class. Capitalist oppression has no limitations of nationality. These coming years should be a time for Republicans to reflect on the social struggle and its intertwining with the goal of national liberation.
Irish Republicans have not always given the social struggle its proper place within the wider movement. This has been to the detriment of our cause and has seen us too willing to make compromises which have betrayed the working class from which we draw our support. The 32CSM has committed itself to the establishment of a sovereign Republic. We accept the analysis of James Connolly, that without the twin destruction of Capitalism and Imperialism in Ireland then there can never be true freedom.
The inescapable conclusion for all Republicans must be that just as Imperialism is politically bankrupt so is Capitalism morally bankrupt. We do not believe that replacing the union jack with a tricolour will be a sufficient resolution for the ordinary people of Ireland. We also recognize the reformist and anti-revolutionary nature of constitutional nationalism. They will wrap themselves with the green flag whilst enacting Tory and IMF cuts. Whilst we recognize the integral role of the class struggle in National liberation we lament the failure of the broader socialist movement to recognize that without the removal of British occupation there will be no defeat of Capitalism.
The 32CSM understands that these are not easy times to be a Republican. We firmly believe that we have a solid framework available that provides for a New and better society in Ireland. We have placed ourselves at the heart of our communities to better defend their interests. We feel that increasingly republicans are faced with the option of doing what is right or doing what is easy. The unavoidable conclusion to reach when looking at former comrades in Stormont is that there is simply no constitutional path to a United Ireland.
In the coming months we will be expanding upon our social program and we ask all 32CSM activists and supporters to give their input into this effort. We salute the continued resistance efforts by the volunteers of the IRA, their courage and resilience in the face of such odds stands as an example to all Republicans. We urge all of you to go from here today and to continue your activism on the streets and in our communities. We will continue to grow and our message will continue to serve as an opposition to those who urge conformity instead of resistance, subservience instead of revolution and slavery instead of freedom. Onwards to a Sovereign Republic
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The Republican Network for Unity extends fraternal greetings to our Activists, supporters, and friends and to all republicans at home and abroad, especially to all Irish political prisoners in Maghaberry, Portlaoise and Lithuania.
Let us start by re-affirming our belief that the “long usurpation” of Ireland’s right to freedom and national sovereignty by the British government, Britain’s partition of our country, and the injustices of social and economic inequality inherent in partition, have always been the root causes of conflict in Ireland.
Today across the nation and the world as Irish republicans gather to honour their patriot dead, the modern legacies of historical injustices are plain to see. The men and women of Easter 1916 proclaimed, fought and died for the equal right of all Irish people from every part of Ireland to national freedom and sovereignty. They proclaimed this right to be indefeasible- meaning it could never be sold or signed away. Those patriots, who fought for Ireland then and in generations since, did so pledging themselves to this right.
Yet there are some today in Ireland who would have you think that this right disappears at Belleck, Jonesborough, Coshquinn and the many other plethora of border towns and parishes which were written out of Irish freedom by the treacherous Free State treaty of 1922.
They are happy to accept and promote the notion that those Irish citizens residing in the six counties still held by Britain, should accept that their right to freedom does not exist or at best exists subservient to a unionist veto. These custodians of power and privilege, the politician class both north and south operate under the disgraceful understanding that some citizens should be content with their lot because others have been gifted with seats and ministries at Stormont.
They passionately ignore the fact that the Irish working class have been blighted by the legacy of partition, and the economic manipulations made possible because our country and our peoples mind-sets have been unjustifiably and deliberately divided.
On this the 96th anniversary of the Easter Rising, we remember all of the Volunteers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the cause of the national, social and economic liberation of Ireland. We salute their bravery and we are inspired by their courage and vision and we will ensure that their sacrifice will never be in vain.
As Irish Republicans we gather every Easter to renew our faith in our ideology and pledge continued loyalty to the legacy bequeathed by our patriot dead.
Today in Maghaberry prison under a compromised justice ministry appointed and re-appointed with Sinn Fein backing, Irish republican prisoners will also commemorate our fallen; they unlike us however will face the force of prison batons for doing so, because today in Ireland the Easter lily is a “banned” item in Maghaberry prison.
The island of equals that was promised to us doesn’t, it seems extend to honouring Irelands dead. Nor are some who claim the mantle of Republicanism unduly troubled that they stand behind a British justice regime which brutalizes Republican political prisoners for honouring the legacy of 1916.
This is of course only one of many injustices which those in the corridors of power would gladly have us ignore if only our sense of justice was as shallow as theirs.
We in RNU demand an end to the Internment of former Hunger-Striker Marian Price. She should not be in prison. She was not out on licence. Marian was pardoned which means that British secretary of state Owen Patterson had no power to revoke her licence.
Marian’s family and legal team have now been told that these pardon documents have been lost possibly shredded! Is this what passes for justice in Ireland today? How long will her former comrades, like Gerry Kelly continue to lend credibility to the British regime that randomly jailed her?
Lurgan Republican Martin Corey is also languishing in Maghaberry Prison without any charge against him. He has already spent 25 years of his life in British prisons but because he remains committed to his republican beliefs that it seems is enough to Gaol him once again. Today RNU also call for his immediate release!
The continued imprisonment of Veteran Republican, Gerry McGeough again demonstrates clearly that Irish citizens who dare disagree with the ‘new’ Stormont regime will be subjected to British injustice, intimidation, retaliatory arrest and imprisonment.
RNU call upon our supporters and everyone concerned with civil liberties to work together to win immediate release for these patriots. Remember these test cases of British repression are but the beginning. If the British succeed against them, others will be next.
In Maghaberry Prison Cogús POWs along with comrades from other republican groupings have been engaged in a “dirty-protest” against brutal and humiliating strip-searches and against controlled movement.
Thirty-one years after the tragic death of ten courageous Volunteers in the H-Blocks, Cogús POWs’ true to the legacy of 1981,are engaged in a fight to ensure that they are recognised as political prisoners, not criminals.
They are resolute in defence of their human rights. Republican prisoners have withstood H-Block style strip-search brutality still are determined to see the 2010 Agreement fully implemented.
Theirs is a fight made harder because the political party that once led the struggle against criminalization now appoints a British minister who tries to impose the same policies of Margaret Thatcher.
We in RNU salute the courage and determination of Republican political prisoners and their refusal to be broken.
We wish to acknowledge the strength, dignity and support shown by the prisoner’s families during this difficult time and to urge everyone to back all Republican prisoners until victory is secured.
Comrades in just four years’ time we will be commemorating the centenary of the 1916 rising.
Now more than ever it is the duty of Republican Socialists to chart a path to where we want to be in 2016 and beyond.
Major social, economic and political changes are needed to achieve the restoration of the Irish Republic. RNU believe that socialism, the unity of our country, its people and the Republican family are the only ways to secure justice and cherish all the children of the nation equally.
Gradually more and more people are coming to a better understanding of our analysis. Their voices are again demanding the reunification of Ireland and this demand grows stronger by the day.
As the Proclamation correctly states; ‘The long usurpation of the right of an Irish National Democracy by a foreign government has not extinguished that right, nor can it be extinguished except by the destruction of the Irish people itself.’
RNU reject the paritionist assemblies at Stormont and Leinster House. There can be no substitute for a sovereign Irish Parliament representative of all 32 Counties, with a coherent Socialist-Republican programme at its heart.
Our allegiance is to Irish sovereignty, unity and the working-class. We will never accept any form of British rule in Ireland. We will oppose it by any means necessary. We will continue to oppose Special Courts, Political Policing, Internment by remand or license and all the other trappings of occupation in any part of this country.
It is natural that some disillusioned Republicans feel bitterness because other former revolutionaries have endorsed Partition, and British Policing.
Many have stood back and watched in amazement at how eagerly, former comrades could administer British rule in Ireland. Today we often hear the words “change agenda” and see once respected Republicans transformed into ministers, providing political cover and acting as willing apologists for Britain.
Some of the disillusioned drifted away from Republicanism in disgust. We urge you all to come back! Join with us and again we will rebuild the proud republican position.
The suggestion by some in the Sinn Fein leadership that republicans suffered fought and died for no more than a revamped Stormont, the endorsement of a new British Constabulary and a continuation of partition are nothing short of shameful duplicity.
Today we urge Sinn Fein grassroots members to instead join with us to help reverse the failed strategies of their failing leadership.
RNU presents a clear alternative to a Partitioned Ireland. The British Government left us with an appalling legacy of economic stagnation, The Free State government with their greed and bribes have left the Irish working classes to pick up the bill for their mismanagement of the state.
Emigration, injustice, Capitalism, discrimination and sectarianism, the nightmare for working-class communities across Ireland remains. Partition is strengthened. MI5 controls Policing in the north and influences it in the south. Internment by license or remand persists in the north, with its section 30 partner law in the south.
Sectarianism is rife and figures show it is just as prevalent today as it has ever been.
The political ideology and objectives of the Republican Network for Unity were forged in 1916 and democratically endorsed by Dáil Éireann.
We envisage an equitable social and economic system that involves the distribution of the nation’s wealth amongst the Irish people and used for the betterment of her people.
The history of Ireland since Partition provides abundant examples of former Republicans who diluted Socialist-Republican principles to embrace the system in the mistaken belief that they could change it from within, yet it was they who instead were changed.
Comrades, there exists an urgency to educate our youth and instil in them an understanding of the sacrifices of countless generations of Irishmen & Irishwomen, who gave all in the pursuit of Irish freedom.
Outline the errors of the past and cultivate a commitment to fundamental Socialist-Republican principles. Remember the rights to freedom and national sovereignty past patriots proclaimed and work with us to make that freedom a reality for all of Ireland.
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(Martin McGuinness) I thank the Republicans of County Donegal for the opportunity to address you on this the 96th anniversary of the Easter Rising of 1916. It is a privilege to join with you as we recall the Proclamation of the Irish Republic and pay tribute to all those who have given their lives in the cause of Irish freedom. We make no distinction between the men and women of 1916 and the men and women of 1981. We honour equally the Republicans who fell in the years of struggle 1916 to 1923 and those who gave their lives in our own era since 1969.
To the families, friends and comrades of all those who died we extend our continuing sympathy and solidarity.
We are gathered at a poignant and historic place, the scene of a tragedy of the Irish Civil War. Charlie Daly, Seán Larkin, Daniel Enright and Tim O’Sullivan were put to death on this spot by Free State forces. They stood against the disastrous Partition of our country. James Connolly predicted that the Partition of Ireland would lead to a carnival of reaction. The four martyrs of Drumboe were among the victims of that carnival of reaction which saw thousands imprisoned and interned on both sides of the border, scores of prison executions and roadside killings of Republican prisoners and pogroms against the nationalist population in the Six Counties.
Charlie Daly, Sean Larkin, Daniel Enright and Tim O’Sullivan were executed because they remained firm in their allegiance to the All-Ireland Republic proclaimed in 1916. The Easter Rising is the defining event and the Proclamation of the Republic is the defining document in the history of Irish Republicanism. You have heard the Proclamation read here today. Our task is to apply its principles to the Ireland of 2012 and to build a new Republic on this island.
There are key turning points that change the course of every nation’s history. In Ireland, the 1916 rising was such an event as was the hunger strike of 1981. The Good Friday, St. Andrews and Hillsborough Agreements, and the IRA statement that the war is over were other such landmarks on a road that I firmly believe will lead to Irish reunification.
The historic engagement we are now involved in with unionism within the political institutions provides a solid basis upon which to move forward to a new future for politics on this island.
Sinn Féin is different from other political parties and is proud of that fact and determined to remain so. For us politics is not just about winning seats or achieving ministerial posts. Sinn Féin is a party born in struggle with our membership and elected representatives coming from the communities most under the strain of political and economic exclusion North and South. We must always understand and reflect the needs of people struggling to survive in their daily lives. That understanding and connection with our community is the bedrock of our struggle.
Here in County Donegal, the people have spoken, the election of Pearse Doherty and Padraig MacLochlainn just over a year ago have placed our party in the leadership of this proud Republican County, The Elections saw spectacular growth for Sinn Féin and with further gains for our Party in the Assembly elections shows that as the only all-Ireland party with substantial electoral support we have now, in a decisive step in the last year moved into the mainstream of Irish political life throughout all 32 counties,
We gather here at a time of great challenge in Ireland. Hundreds of thousands of people are struggling to survive. Tens of thousands of our most talented young people are leaving our shores. It is unacceptable and the direct result of the actions of corrupt political and business elites whose actions have been laid bare by the Mahon and Moriarty Tribunals.
Partition created two conservative states on our island. They served the needs of the political elites north and south instead of the needs of ordinary citizens across the island. That is why the southern establishment was happy to pay lip service to a united Ireland and why some continue to do so.
Republicans have a different vision. We believe there is a better way. A re-united Ireland and a New Republic built in the interests of citizens is the future.
There is massive potential for Republicans in the time ahead. The Good Friday Agreement has levelled the political playing field. Unionism no longer has a veto over Irish unity.
The Government of Ireland Act by which Britain claimed a part of Ireland has been repealed. While Orangeism may remain, the spectre of the Orange state has gone, and it will never return.
We are in an entirely new situation legislatively and constitutionally. Under the terms of the Good Friday Agreement the British Government has agreed to legislate to end its jurisdiction over the North of Ireland if a majority of people in the North want it.
In that context, republicans have a responsibility to reach out to unionists and to others to engage with them about the nature and form of the future structures on this island. The development of an all-island economy is clearly in the interests of everyone in Ireland. The construction of the new Radiotherapy unit in the North-West will be of huge benefit to the people of Donegal, Tyrone and Derry. We stood by this commitment and we delivered it. We also stood firm and are delivering on the new first class roads from the North-West to Dublin and Belfast with construction to begin in a few months time. These are but two of the many initiatives which bring mutual benefits North and South that can improve the lives of our people no matter what their political or religious affiliation
We seek a united Ireland in which the unionist section of our people feel comfortable and play a full part in the life of the nation. I believe that it is possible for unionists and republicans to stand together without dilution of our beliefs. As was stated to me very clearly by a unionist Leader, ‘Martin we can rule ourselves. We don’t need direct rulers coming over from London telling us what to do’. That statement provided common ground on which we can all stand. We must be open to practical ways of giving expression to the unionist sense of Britishness within a united Ireland.
In the discussions leading to re-unification we will be imaginative in terms of passport rights, symbols and other issues of identity crucial to building a fully inclusive united Ireland respecting the traditions of all our people in all their diversity.
Unionist participation in large numbers at our Uniting Ireland conferences is most encouraging and proves that a large section of unionist opinion is willing to contribute to the debate on the new politics which the Good Friday Agreement has brought. We also must listen to what unionists say. We must truly act as nation builders, and peacemakers. That means always stretching ourselves and always taking risks to advance the task of building a new Ireland.
All Republicans have an obligation to participate in this task. This means, first of all, firmly rejecting sectarianism, bigotry and violence in all its forms – no matter what its source and no matter what its target.
Secondly it means engaging in positive and active dialogue with unionists and demonstrating to them, not just by our words but by our deeds, that equality means equality for all – not just for nationalists and republicans but for all those who share this island.
Ireland as a nation can only truly prosper if we are at peace with ourselves as a people. It means overcoming the historic fracture between Catholic, Protestant and Dissenter. In the Ireland of 2012 it means building a pluralist, ethnically and culturally diverse society that embraces all citizens.
I want to deepen and expand my role to lead the process of national reconciliation in Ireland – a process that I believe is already underway. There is now a greater tolerance of difference and diversity which is borne out of better understanding of each other.
I am very confident in my Irishness. I am also very aware of my responsibilities as the deputy First Minister and very conscious that I am elected as deputy First Minister for all people – I take that responsibility seriously particularly to the unionist community.
I am also very conscious of my responsibility as a Republican leader –to defend and promote the integrity of our struggle.
Let the message go out very clearly from Drumboe today – Sinn Féin will not be deflected from the historic work we are engaged in. We are the Nation builders. We are not motivated by self interest or personal gain. We have set ourselves high standards and even bigger goals – but we are determined and we are united. We are the engine driving historic political, social and constitutional change on this island.
I urge each and every one of you to be part of that movement for real change in our country, for social and economic and cultural freedom, for a real Republic embracing all 32 Counties and all of our people.
Many of you are supporters of Sinn Féin who assist in elections and fundraising and who attend commemorations and other events such as these. I ask you, if you have not already done so, to take the next step and to join Sinn Féin.
Play your part, have your say, empower yourself and your community. Encourage your friends and family to join Sinn Féin. We need a mighty movement across this land to reach our goal of freedom and unity.
We are on the road to freedom. If we go forward together, firmly united and in greater numbers, we will complete our historic task — a united Ireland and a New Republic.
An Phoblacht Abú!
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Easter Statement from the Leadership of the Republican Movement
ON the occasion of the 96th anniversary of the momentous Easter Rising of 1916 the Leadership of the Republican Movement sends greetings to Irish exiles throughout the world and to all Irish Republican prisoners.In particular we salute the prisoners in Maghaberry Prison, Co Antrim who have been on protest for political status for two years this Easter. The British, and the Stormont regime which includes our former comrades who have accepted and now administer British rule in the Six Occupied Counties, entered into an agreement with the prisoners in August 2010 to end strip-searching.
They reneged on that arrangement. They never implemented the alternative of the BOSS chair and so the no-wash strike continues. Even the secretary of the prison warders’ union has stated publicly that the protest should be settled.Meanwhile there is a publicity black-out on the plight of the prisoners while their comrades outside do their utmost to support them. The political status won at such great cost by the heroic hunger strikers was signed away as just another of the many surrenders to English rule in Ireland by the Provo leadership.
The state visit by the British monarch to the 26 Counties in the past year – the first such in 100 years – was intended to normalise British rule in Ireland and put the seal on the current sell-out of the Six Counties to England. Republican Sinn Féin’s protests on that occasion delivered a clear message.Empty streets in Dublin and carefully-selected audiences elsewhere showed the performance to be a failure. Yet the Establishment persists in calling it a “success”. But the reality was on the ground – and at a cost of €38 million for security.
Then in February the GAA sold out its independence and the ideals of its founders when it accepted a massive amount of English money — £61 million in sterling or €77 million euro – to develop Casement Park in Belfast. Roger Casement got the English hangman’s rope but those who use his name allow themselves to be exploited by Stormont just as others contribute to the city of Derry – historic Doire Cholm Cille – being the British “City of Culture” in 2013. Those who pay the piper undoubtedly call the tune!
As the centenary of the fateful Easter Rising of 1916 approaches the intentions of the Leinster House establishment become clearer to all. They want to combine commemorations of 1916 with those for members of the British forces involved in the imperialist World War I.
Republicans must clarify the issue for the Irish people. We salute the memory of those who died for Irish freedom. Others can pay homage otherwise to their dead, many of whom were forces for economic reasons to take part in the 1914-18 “war to end all wars”.
A further step has been taken to integrate the 26-County state forces into the British war machine with the announcement that RUC soldiers are now suitable to join the ranks of the 26-County police even up to top level. These new arrangements will bring the British forces back south of the Border 90 years after they were driven out by the men and women we honour today.
At the same time a combination of the International Monetary Fund, the EU Commission and the European Central Bank is dictating the pace for many years to come in eroding the limited sovereignty of the 26-County state. Undue hardship is being wantonly inflicted on ordinary people while the well-off continue to thrive.
The good name of the Republican Movement, valid since 1986, is under attack again. Criminality masquerades as Republicanism and confuses the Irish people. The name of Republican Sinn Féin and of the Continuity IRA have even been stolen by a minuscule local grouping in its reckless attempt to bewilder further those who stand for the full freedom of Ireland.
The people who rejected constitutionalism and reformism and stood staunchly by the revolutionary road when it was deserted and betrayed in 1986, have upheld the banner of Irish Republicanism down the years. They merit the support of Republican-minded people even as the no-wash protest continues in Maghaberry Jail.
Martin Corey of Lurgan, Co Armagh, who spent 19-and-a-half years in a British jail in the 1970s and 1980s, was returned to prison two years ago. He is now spending his third Easter in jail on no charge whatever. It is nothing short of internment again. Republicans and their followers who support Martin and the prisoners on protest have been brought before British courts in the Six Occupied Counties for holding peaceful demonstrations on the streets.
Let us, in our turn, stand by the same Cause, the Cause we uphold today, the Cause of Pearse, Connolly and the men and women of Easter 1916!
An Phoblacht Abú. Long Live the All-Ireland Republic.
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On the 96th anniversary of the Easter Rising, the Irish Republican Socialist Committees of North America send solidarity greetings to our comrades and fellow members of the Irish Republican Socialist Movement in the Irish Republican Socialist Party, Irish National Liberation Army, Republican Socialist Youth Movement, and Teach na Failte, along with all republican socialist prisoners of war presently in Irish and British prisons.
On this day above all, we proudly remember all those who gave their lives for an Irish Workers’ Republic. Just as we salute the example of James Connolly and his brave comrades in the Irish Citizen Army who fought for national and class liberation in 1916, we also remember those comrades in the IRSP and INLA who died so that the working class party of Connolly and Seamus Costello could continue to exist and continue the struggle for socialism. The political independence of the working class is essential in the struggle to build socialism.
It is therefore fitting that we also take the occasion of Easter 2012 to reaffirm our unwavering support for the leadership and program of the IRSP. Our commitment to the struggle for national and working class liberation in Ireland, and working class liberation worldwide, is unbroken.
We are proud to be the North American section of the IRSM, building solidarity as well as giving practical aid and support to the best of our ability. We stand firm in the Republican Socialist tradition begun by Connolly and continued today by the IRSP, a party whose political analysis and leadership has never been as sorely needed as now. The IRSP is the only organization within Irish anti-imperialism that can both understand the line of march and lead by example.
Recent events have tragically confirmed Connolly’s analyses. The new fiscal treaty which has been prepared for Ireland will further severely limit the nation’s sovereignty. It will ensure that the downward spiral in living standards continues without relent. In the occupied six counties, the bosses assault on working people has gone so far that the unemployed will now be denied their own homes and forced to live in overcrowded accommodations. Those bourgeois “republicans” who hijacked the anti-imperialist struggle insisted that socialism had to wait. Reality has demonstrated again and again that the struggle for independence cannot be divorced from the class struggle without disastrous results.
Our struggle is not over. And our comrades who fought, struggled, starved, and died for a free Ireland would accept nothing less than a united and socialist Irish Republic in which the means of production, exchange, and distribution are under the control of the working class and its allies; a society that puts conscious human will in the driver’s seat, above the irrational chaos of the markets; and a nation that cherishes all the children of the nation equally.
In the immortal words of James Connolly, “Our demands most modest are, we only want the earth.”
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The hiding place was located in an empty section of a building. The front part of the building was a business, and the secret annex was in the back.
A secret Annex is a secret hiding place -EXAMPLE (WHEN ANNE FRANK WAS IN HIDING HER FAMILY LIVED IN A ANNEX)
Becuase they were trying to hideout in a secret addition to a house
Tales from the Secret Annex was created in 1949.
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near Amsterdam, in the Netherlands.
The Secret Annex was the upper loft of Otto Frank's business building, where him and his family, along with a few others were in hiding from the Nazis. The Secret Annex's entrance was covered by a bookcase facade. how long were they in the secret annex for?
The secret annex had 2 floors.
Mr. van daan smoked alot in the secret annex.
The ISBN of Tales from the Secret Annex is 978-0553569834.
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After the sessions on the UK referendum and US elections, the talk about the political process and the elections in Serbia and Macedonia, showed the similarities and the differences between these parts of the world.
Unlike UK and US, in Serbia, as the speaker in this sessions repeated several times, political campaigns and the elections are happening all the time. Over the last five years, Serbia had 4 elections. And it was more or less very similar, campaigns and results alike.
Marko Dražić from satirical njuz.net, said that it is interesting for him and his colleagues to follow this because it means that every day they can read about the promises of good life in most of the existing media. “In Serbia, the most popular daily is sort of a fake news. But what is interesting is that people believe all that. If you live in Serbia, you do not need alcohol, drugs or anything, just news and you will see how good of a life you have,” Marko said.
Maja Stojanović from Civic Initiatives in Serbia confirmed what he said, saying that during the last elections, it was almost impossible to hear anything else but the voice of the candidate who is winning several years in a row. He rules the media and the public life, and for the opposition the only thing that’s left is social media.
The situation is similar in Macedonia, except that people in this country are protesting for years. Mila Stamenova is a PR for the political campaign “For life in Macedonia”, run by the main opposition party, Social Democratic Union. She spoke about the ways they used social media, video and audio messages, but also how they got involved with the protest movement. The main message from this experience is to focus on demonstrating emotions, hope and decisiveness.
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The Rituals of Hajj and 'Umrah
Vol. 15 Issue 1
The Importance of Hajj
The Rituals of Hajj and ‘Umrah
Javed Ahmad Ghamidi
(Tr. by: Dr. Shehzad Saleem)
The Ritual of Animal Sacrifice
When does Hajj become Obligatory?
Dr. Shehzad Saleem
Which Son did Abraham (sws) offer for Sacrifice?
Why did the Almighty ask for Ishmael’s Sacrifice?
Charity instead of Animal Sacrifice
Taking Allah’s Name while Slaughtering
Does Hajj become compulsory after doing ‘Umrah?
For Questions on Islam, please use our
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Working for yourself? Congrats!
While being your own boss means a flexible schedule and working at home in your pajamas, it also means that YOU control how much you earn–and how much of that income you actually keep.
If you’ve got the self-motivation and drive to run your own business, then chances are good (hopefully!) that you also have what it takes to stick to a healthy budget. Just keep in mind a couple things as you work your budgeting magic: always plan ahead and always overestimate.
We’ve put together 7 budgeting tips for the self-employed, telecommuters, and WAHMs that need a kick in the wallet.
1. Take stock.
It’s time to consider your lifestyle strategies. Basically, it’s important to take an inventory of your life—where does your money go each day? Every day for one month, write down every single expense you have in 2 columns: Personal and Business. Personal expenses would include anything from your rent or mortgage payments to new clothes, groceries, and entertainment. Business expenses would include anything used for your business: printer paper, a Starbucks trip to meet with a client, your web hosting subscription, professional society membership fees, etc.
Now, once you’ve done this, see if there are areas where you can cut back–how many pairs of shoes did you buy last month? Do you really need 5,000 business cards?
Aside from how you live, think about where you live. If you’re living alone in a 2-bedroom apartment, maybe you should consider downsizing. You don’t need to go the way of the tiny house, but think about how much money you could save each month on rent and utilities if you inhabited a little less square footage.
According to your inventory from the past month, set a realistic but stricter monthly spending budget– one for personal items, one for business items—and try it out for a month to see how feasible it is. If you prefer to keep things digital, you can use online budgeting sites like Mint.com.
2. Should you work from home?
You’re already saving hundreds of dollars a month if you work from home and not at a rented office space. But that also may mean you barely ever leave the house, and you’re getting uninspired and tired of being in the same environment. If you’ve got kids or live with roommates who come and go, this can also interfere with your work and decrease productivity.
There are a couple of solutions, depending on your budget limitations. One is to become a member at a coworking space, where you can rent a work desk or room per hour, day or month. Even though you’d be doling out cash for what you already have at home, this is definitely a worthwhile investment if you find yourself more productive there or your business benefits from networking with other entrepreneurs who also use these coworking spaces.
A second and less costly solution is to work from university or public libraries (free) or in calm cafes, where your only cost is that of your beverage. If you get inspired by working with the cafe’s chill background music, funky furniture and constant buzz of conversation, you can easily make up for that beverage cost by being more productive.
3. Social media = free advertising?
It can be a pain the neck to tackle all the social media devices that keep popping up and to consistently use them to effectively reach your target market. But at least it’s free right? Sort of. You no doubt need to have a solid website, which will cost you a small annual fee to run. But if you want someone else to help you design and maintain and update your website, and to run all your social media outlets, then there’s another cost right there.
Before you call for help, check your stats and followers—are you reaching who you want to reach? How much time are you spending each day or each week on updating your social media outlets? Does your income reflect that this outreach is actually working or has it just been a time suck so far? If you decide you want someone else to do the dirty social media work, see if you can first hire an intern who can work for college credit. Advise your employee on some goals you have for social media–more sales, more visibility, regular interaction. If the intern brings in strong results, you should be able to offer them some payment.
4. Set money aside each month for taxes.
This is simple enough–skim off at least 10% of each payment you receive from a client and put it into a savings account. Do this so that you aren’t shocked (or as shocked as last year) by how much money the government takes out of your humble earnings each tax season.
5. Pay your bills on time.
Just because your paycheck might not be stable or arrive at the same time each month, doesn’t mean that your bills follow the same unpredictable schedule! Be prepared for your monthly phone/internet/insurance bills, and be sure to pay them on time to avoid late fees and other pesky problems.
6. Stay organized.
To follow up on the previous tip, if you can’t even find a bill that came in the mail a couple weeks ago, then it’s more likely you’ll forget to pay it or make a late payment. However, with most bills, you can track and pay them all in one place with websites like Manilla.
Just the same, you can track all your business expenses with apps like Expensify or ProOnGo, so you can see where your money goes, but also so you can deduct certain business expenses when tax time rolls around. But, if you can afford the services of a CPA, even better. Get organized and keep your work space, as well as your desktop, free from clutter in a simple and accessible way so you don’t waste time (time is money!) searching for old documents. Use whatever system works best for you—but do use some kind of system.
7. Join a professional organization
Not only will you be able to connect and network with like-minded business owners, but you can also sometimes find resources and assistance in applying for small business grants, invaluable tax tips and even discounts on helpful workshops or conferences.
Whether you are making more than you ever imagined or you’re still off to a slow start, going out on your own as an entrepreneur makes it that much more critical to meticulously detail how and when you spend your hard-earned cash. Put in the time to plan a solid, feasible budget—it could be the answer to a more stable and successful business.
This article was written by staff writer Suchi Rudra. Her mission is to help fight your evil debt blob and get your personal finances in tip top shape.
Copyright © 2013 Suchi Rudra
Photo: Newton Free Library
Suchi Rudra is an avid traveler and freelance writer from Texas who covers personal finance, travel, green building, tech, and entrepreneurship. Her work can be found in VICE, The Guardian, Vice, American Way, BBC Travel, Fodor’s, Transitions Abroad, PlanetEye.com, TravelStart.com, Expats.cz, The Writer and India Currents and many other publications.
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Roman military colony for the Legio III Augusta, Lambaesis was probably established between 123 and 129 AD under the Roman Emperor Hadrian.
From Schoder's lecture notes:
3rd Legion defending Africa transferred here early 2 c fr. Theveste by Trajan; fortified Camp in Hadrian's time, town under M. Aurelius, made by Sept. Severus capital of Numidia till transfer to Cirta.
Praetorium close: administrative center; standards
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Professor Alexander Betts has been speaking to The Japan News about the benefits of giving refugees the right to work in their host countries – benefits for the refugees themselves, their hosts, and their home nations when they return.
In relation to the Syria crisis and Syrian refugees, he said, “The future of Syria, when the conflict ends, will depend upon how we treat its population abroad. Syria will need its human capital, and if its population has been dependent on humanitarian aid, and not given educational opportunities and not given work, the returning population will struggle to build that society.”
The Jordan Compact gives refugees the right to work in certain sectors in Jordan. Betts discusses its successes and its challenges, and whether such initiatives can be applied elsewhere. He states, “I think context matters... So, manufacturing was a potential way to support Jordan’s national development plan. In an economy like Japan or Germany, it would be much more viable to support service-sector jobs.”
The role of businesses, such as Japanese firm Uniqlo, in employing refugees is also highlighted, with Betts commenting: “I think Japanese companies and companies around the world have a huge contribution to make to refugees. One of the most important ways in which refugees can be supported is through work.”
The interview also discusses some of the issues behind the increasing numbers of refugees and forcibly displaced.
Read the interview here: Refugee training key to Syria’s reconstruction
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The colony German East Africa – the modern countries Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi – had no standardized currency at the end of the 19th century. Their key coin was the Indian rupee. Besides, German, British and French money circulated as well. In 1890, the German East Africa Company began to issue coins for the German "protectorate." At first, copper pesas were minted; 64 pesas equaled 1 rupee.
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DE LLC: Everything You Need to Know
The DE LLC is a popular choice for people wanting to form businesses in the State of Delaware. 3 min read
2. Key Elements of a Delaware LLC
3. Simple to Form
4. Tax Exemptions
5. No Double Taxation
6. Strong Business Laws
7. No Business License Required
8. Few Formalities
9. Asset Protection
The DE LLC is a popular choice for people wanting to form businesses in the State of Delaware. A Delaware LLC can be easily formed by submitting a Certificate of Formation with the Division of Corporations with the Delaware Secretary of State. This form can be submitted electronically, which is beneficial for companies wanting a more expedited process of formation. A Delaware LLC is considered a hybrid business structure that combines features of a corporation and a partnership.
The owners of an LLC are referred to as members, and such members can be individuals or other businesses. There can be an unlimited number of members in an LLC. The State of Delaware allows LLCs to operate as member-managed LLCs or manager-managed LLCs. Approximately two-thirds of all businesses formed in Delaware are LLCs.
Key Elements of a Delaware LLC
There are several key elements of a Delaware LLC that you should be mindful of and these include:
- A Delaware LLC is simple to form
- There are several tax exemptions for LLCs
- LLCs avoid double taxation
- Delaware has strong business laws as it is generally viewed as a business friendly state
- No business license is required
- There are very few formalities for Delaware LLCs
- There is limited liability protection for its owners
Simple to Form
The Delaware LLC is the most convenient LLC to form in the country. The Delaware Division of Corporations requires very minimal information from businesses forming an LLC. Specifically, a lot of personal information is not requested in the formation documents, which not only makes it easier to form your LLC, but it also helps you keep your identify private. Therefore, your personal information will not be published in such documentation.
Furthermore, Delaware LLCs don’t file annual reports. People will generally choose an LLC if they want to form a business but have no plans to offer shares to the public. In this sense, a business owner intends on keeping the business rather small as opposed to growing it to such an extent that the company engages in an initial public offering, thereby offering its shares to the public.
Delaware is quite often referred to as a tax haven, as it offers benefits that other states don’t offer to businesses, including tax incentives. The state doesn’t tax intangible income, i.e. patent or trademark leases, which makes Delaware such a popular state to form a business in.
No Double Taxation
LLCs offer flexible tax options. An LLC in Delaware can elect to be taxed as a sole proprietorship, partnership, S corp, or C corp. You should become familiar with the tax incentives and implications for each type of business structure, as one might be a better choice for your business.
If you fail to make the most favorable tax election for your business, the state will automatically tax you as a C corp, and therefore, you will be subject to double taxation. This is why it is important that you make the election in the required amount of time to avoid the disadvantages of operating as a C corp. If you elect to be taxed as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or S corp, the profits of the business will pass through to the members who will report it on their personal tax returns.
Strong Business Laws
Delaware has its own court, known as the Court of Chancery, specifically designed for businesses. Any business engaged in a legal dispute will adjudicate their case in this court. A judge hears the court case, as juries are prohibited.
No Business License Required
Delaware LLCs are not required to obtain licensing with the Department of Revenue nor must they pay Delaware gross receipts tax. Most other states, however, do in fact require business licensing at the state and local levels.
Delaware requires very little ongoing maintenance for LLCs, as the only requirement is a flat $300 annual tax fee that is due on June 1 every year and can easily be paid online. Unlike corporations, such LLCs don’t have annual shareholder or director meeting requirements.
LLC members benefit from personal liability protection against creditors, which is a common feature for any LLC. This means the members cannot be held liable for the debts of the LLC.
If you need help learning more about forming your Delaware LLC, you can post your legal need on UpCounsel’s marketplace. UpCounsel accepts only the top 5 percent of lawyers to its site. Lawyers on UpCounsel come from law schools such as Harvard Law and Yale Law and average 14 years of legal experience, including work with or on behalf of companies like Google, Menlo Ventures, and Airbnb.
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File sharing is anytime someone sends a digital file to another device (within or outside your organization). When it comes to sharing files, there’s ways to do so safely now without risking data theft. This is a priority, as technology advancements have meant highly sophisticated tactics to seal data and sensitive information.
The element to keep in mind is, the more convenient you make secure file sharing, the lesser chance an employee will bypass a troublesome or lengthy process in order to get their jobs done. Whether it’s by email, the cloud, or a file transfer protocol (FTP), there are ways you can make it easier in your tribal organization to transfer files while keeping user data safe.
Here’s how you can safeguard files from tribal members and stay secure in today’s fast-paced data world:
Why Prioritize Secure File Sharing?
- Combines security with ease of use
- Minimizes malware and data breach risks
- Maintains organization of your files
#1: Enlist Access-Based Permissions
Regulating what users have what level of permission in your tribal organization is an effective way to gain insight and have extra safety precautions. Most cloud software allows you to regulate what level of permission your users have. Some will be able to save or export PDFs or other sensitive user information, while others may only be able to view. Controlling the level of access makes your pool of risk considerably smaller, especially with extra sensitive information that could prove detrimental if leaked such as healthcare records containing social security numbers.
#2: Multi-Factor or Two-Step Authentication
For logins or file sharing through systems such as Dropbox or Google Drive, varying levels of security are utilized. Be sure on your own software that there’s some authentication involved, which basically means you can validate that a user is who they say they are. This can be through a password or security question that only they’d know the answer to. That said, you don’t want to create too many steps beyond a few, or it will affect adoption and drive users to shadow IT behavior. Shadow IT involves using processes and systems outside of what’s in your organization to do things quickly or conveniently. That’s where malware can get downloaded and data can be stolen.&
#3: Find Content Management with Built-in File Sharing
Having an enterprise content management (ECM) systemis a comprehensive solution that goes far beyond file sharing, but it is a major benefit to tribal governments. You can promote secure file sharing through specialized features within the CMS for maximum collaboration and convenience. For example, Laserfiche ECM has a direct share filing feature that routes files internally and externally – all in the same place that this information is already stored.
#4: Activate File Expiration Dates for Added Security
Since emails can live in remote servers for an indeterminate amount of time, it’s important to protect sensitive files with a timed download. Secure file sharing is all about minimizing risk of your download link being shared somewhere it shouldn’t be, and putting a time limit on that helps considerably. Browser-based file sharing such as WeTransfer also goes by this rule, expiring after seven days. Be sure before using anything outside of an ECM that you’re aware of data privacy laws and how that information can be used and shared out.
#5: Password-Protected Files
While expiration is good, you can add another layer of protection by requiring an access code or password to be entered before your documents can be viewed or downloaded. While email encryption is possible, this isn’t a complete failsafe against a malware attack or data interception. Consider a password manager where credentials can be exchanged or provided without the need to give it away – that helps it remain safely encrypted within the application instead.
Make sure you’re prioritizing safe data transfers and file sharing between customers, vendors, and other tribal members. If you’re interested in seeing how Laserfiche can provide a quick and easy solution to secure file sharing, schedule a demo with us today!
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The emergence of oncolytic virotherapy not only revolutionizes the standard of cancer treatment but also innovates the concept of cancer treatment. the advantages and disadvantages of oncolytic virotherapy. was used by Connell to treat advanced cancers, and tumor regression was observed not long after that (11). Later, in the 1950C1970s, live viruses were deliberately injected into cancer patients and showed positive activity, such as Egypt 101 West Nile virus (4/34 transient regressions), adenovirus lysates (26/40 showing localized tumor necrosis), and Urabe strain mumps virus (37/90 complete remission or partial responses) (9). However, some side effects were emerging Z-VEID-FMK in these early researches by using natural viruses, because these viruses were not engineered for tumor selectivity, especially in immunosuppressed patients with leukemia or lymphoma (five of eight patients had severe encephalitis after being treated with West Nile virus) (9, 12). The OV has become a promising treatment to fight cancer in Z-VEID-FMK the new era. It is reasonable to believe that oncolytic virotherapy has the potential to become one of the primary therapies to treat cancer. The emergence of oncolytic virotherapy not only revolutionizes the standard of cancer treatment but also innovates the concept of cancer treatment. It is called the third revolution of tumor treatment after traditional chemotherapy and targeting therapy. The primary purpose of this review is to present the latest advances in clinical applications or trials of various OVs and to look forward to the future based on the current shortcomings of OVs. The Origin and Development of Oncolytic Virus Treatment The concept of using viruses to treat tumors has been around for more than 100 years. As early as 1904, a 42-year-old woman with leukemia was reported to have had her tumor receded due to influenza. Then, in 1912, Italian doctors found that rabies vaccine injection can cause cervical cancer regression, which led to the emerging concept of OV therapy and Rabbit Polyclonal to EPS15 (phospho-Tyr849) a series of related studies (13). In the 1950s and 1970s, the researchers conducted a lot of clinical trials using wild-type viruses for the treatment of tumors, but due to the inability to effectively control the pathogenicity of the virus, the OV settled at the second place in cancer therapies. It was not until the 1980s that the emergence of genetic engineering technology made it possible to modify the genome of a virus, followed by the emergence of genetically engineered attenuated and highly selective viruses. In 1991, preclinical animal experiments reported that the gene-modified human herpes simplex virus I (HSV-1) by knocking out thymidine kinase (TK) could inhibit the growth of glioma in mice, prolong the survival of mice, and have excellent safety. In 1996, onyx-015, a genetically modified adenovirus, entered phase I clinical trials (14, 15). In 2004, RIGVIR, a non-pathogenic enteric cytopathic human orphan virus, was approved in Latvia for the treatment of melanoma and became the first OV approved by regulatory authorities for cancer treatment. In 2005, the modified adenovirus H101 (Oncorine, recombinant human adenovirus five injection, ankeri) was approved Z-VEID-FMK in China, but its clinical efficacy has not been internationally recognized (16). In October 2015, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the marketing of T-VEC (talimogene laherparepvec, Imlygic). In 2016, T-VEC was approved to market in Europe and Canada, marking the maturity of OV technology for the treatment of cancer. Currently, three OV products have been approved for marketing, and six more OV products are in phase III clinical studies (17). Compared with other tumor immunotherapies, OVs have many advantages, such as high killing efficiency, precise targeting, fewer side effects or drug resistance, and low cost (18). All of these make oncolytic virotherapy a promising therapy to fight cancer compared with surgical therapy, chemoradiotherapy, and targeted therapy. The OV contains a wide range of viruses that have Z-VEID-FMK some common characteristics that virotherapy relies on. Malignant cells are more susceptible to OV infection because of the specific cytokines they expressed. On the one hand, it is reported that tumor-driver mutations enhance the selectivity of viruses in cancer cells (19, 20). Furthermore, many tumor cells supported the replication of selective viruses, maybe because of the lack of antiviral type I interferon signaling (21). In addition to this part, the size and complexity of different OVs are diverse, such as vaccinia [190 kilobases (kb)] and HSV1 (152 kb) to the tiny parvovirus H1 (5-kb linear, single-stranded DNA) (22, 23), which may lead to differences in the ability of the virus to infect tumor cells. The Application of Oncolytic Virus Three viruses currently in medical use, RIGVIR, Oncorine, and T-VEC, have shown satisfactory therapeutic effects. Besides, many OVs are in preclinical tests; among them, herpesvirus, adenovirus, and vaccinia disease presented good experimental results. Below,.
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Three Laureates share this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics for their studies of chaotic and apparently random phenomena. Syukuro Manabe and Klaus Hasselmann laid the foundation of our knowledge of the Earth’s climate and how humanity influences it. Giorgio Parisi is rewarded for his revolutionary contributions to the theory of disordered materials and random processes.
Complex systems are characterised by randomness and disorder and are difficult to understand. This year’s Prize recognises new methods for describing them and predicting their long-term behaviour.
One complex system of vital importance to humankind is Earth’s climate. Syukuro Manabe demonstrated how increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere lead to increased temperatures at the surface of the Earth. In the 1960s, he led the development of physical models of the Earth’s climate and was the first person to explore the interaction between radiation balance and the vertical transport of air masses. His work laid the foundation for the development of current climate models.
About ten years later, Klaus Hasselmann created a model that links together weather and climate, thus answering the question of why climate models can be reliable despite weather being changeable and chaotic. He also developed methods for identifying specific signals, fingerprints, that both natural phenomena and human activities imprint in the climate. His methods have been used to prove that the increased temperature in the atmosphere is due to human emissions of carbon dioxide.
Around 1980, Giorgio Parisi discovered hidden patterns in disordered complex materials. His discoveries are among the most important contributions to the theory of complex systems. They make it possible to understand and describe many different and apparently entirely random materials and phenomena, not only in physics but also in other, very different areas, such as mathematics, biology, neuroscience and machine learning.
“The discoveries being recognised this year demonstrate that our knowledge about the climate rests on a solid scientific foundation, based on a rigorous analysis of observations. This year’s Laureates have all contributed to us gaining deeper insight into the properties and evolution of complex physical systems,” says Thors Hans Hansson, chair of the Nobel Committee for Physics.
Syukuro Manabe, born 1931 in Shingu, Japan. Ph.D. 1958 from University of Tokyo, Japan. Senior Meteorologist at Princeton University, USA.
Klaus Hasselmann, born 1931 in Hamburg, Germany. Ph.D. 1957 from University of Göttingen, Germany. Professor, Max Planck Institute for Meteorology, Hamburg, Germany.
Giorgio Parisi, born 1948 in Rome. Italy. Ph.D. 1970 from Sapienza University of Rome, Italy. Professor at Sapienza University of Rome, Italy.
Prize amount: 10 million Swedish kronor, with one half jointly to Syukuro Manabe and Klaus Hasselmann and the other half to Giorgio Parisi.
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by William Dawsey, Vice President of Sales for Finance and Payments Technologies at Chetu
2022 will be a year of tremendous growth for the telecommunications industry, with several key telecom innovations now starting to gain real traction within the business world.
Today’s top telecom tech enables coherent communication for companies of all shapes and sizes, including those just starting out. Promising startups stand to reap several benefits from adopting this technology. These benefits include enhanced customer service, improved inter-departmental coordination, and increased collaboration among the remote workforce.
But what emerging technologies within the telecom industry are helping to scale small businesses? What specific benefits do these solutions provide? How exactly do they assist startups in taking that next crucial step in their ongoing development?
Read on to find what industry innovations are disrupting the telecommunications sector for the better.
Internet of Things.
Telecom IoT devices help startup businesses to create predictive analytics frameworks. This allows small organizations to generate forecasted data packs, which ultimately helps them remain on track with their projected cross-departmental collaboration goals.
With IoT communications technology in place, startups can improve location-based services by utilizing built-in proximity sensors. This aids in the smart city scaling process, as it helps businesses to communicate with their local audience in a targeted, transparent, and tailored fashion. Among several other benefits, this helps startup organizations to forge deeper social connections with their core consumers.
Telecom connectivity solutions provide the end-user with an uninterrupted connection to the Internet. This facilitates online collaboration as well as the ongoing augmentation of web-based media.
Many telecommunication companies are beginning to merge satellite networks with terrestrial wireless protocols. This allows them to leverage the power of big data in their attempt to provide bespoke connectivity solutions.
5G & Network Infrastructure.
5G network technology has already taken wireless communication to the next level for the global consumer population.
And it’s now beginning to have a similarly seismic impact on the world of business.
It offers an optimized transmission speed, unrivaled capacity for remote execution, and lower latency than previous generations of mobile connectivity. Businesses regularly utilize this telecom innovation to reduce the cost of internal and external communication.
5G is a global wireless standard that provides the information infrastructure with crucial data reinforcement. It enables the development of high-density channels, which allows startups to implement and scale their own virtual networks. This process is known as network slicing.
Businesses commonly use innovative AI communications technology to create self-optimized networks (SONs). These automated telecom systems help to streamline the entire mobile access augmentation process.
Crucially, this allows startups to respond to their mobile audience in a time-efficient and cost-effective manner. This bolsters the modern scaling process, as it helps small businesses appeal to the tech-savvy Generation-Z consumer audience.
AI algorithms don’t just help to build telecom SONs. They also monitor these networks over sustained periods to predict anomalies, unearth inefficiencies, and reduce the cost of communication downtime.
Innovative telecom software solutions help startups adapt to a whole host of emerging technologies. One of these burgeoning technology trends is mixed reality (MR).
To take advantage of this intuitive blend of the physical and digital world, scaling startups must consistently produce high-resolution content. Fortunately, telecom technology is at hand to enable high speeds in real time. This facilitates timely, accessible, and collaborative network transmission and allows businesses to set up high-capacity content frameworks.
Nothing derails a startup scaling operation quite like a cyber-attack, which is why tougher telecom systems are now beginning to crack down on SMB cybercrime.
Telecommunication companies are implementing new coding forms and updating their regulations in an attempt to make their existing frameworks quantum-safe. This fortifies communication assets by increasing their resistance to dangerous quantum algorithms.
Adopting innovative communications technology increases the demand for more computing power within the telecom industry, and the cloud answers this call by creating a software-defined infrastructure.
Telecom startups can store, access, and process their digitized assets in secure data centers within the cloud computing framework. This allows them to seamlessly expand their communication services and respond instantly to the latest remote technology trends.
The recent rise of IoT devices within the telecom industry has intensified the call for a broader range of communication models. This has resulted in the inception of the following connectivity channels:
- Machine-to-machine (M2N)
- Human-to-machine (H2M)
- Vehicle-to-everything (V2X)
- Device-to-device (D2D)
Despite establishing different forms of telecommunication, all of these models share one crucial trait: they are built upon a combination of next-gen WiFi and Bluetooth. This wireless foundation allows startups, scale-ups, SMBs, and industry-leading organizations to connect with other companies across the globe seamlessly.
Software-Defined Networks (SDNs).
With a centralized SDN control system in place, startup businesses can monitor the ongoing performance of their telecom network across several hardware/software solutions. This facilitates a coherent flow of communication in which crucial information never gets lost in transmission.
Edge computing drastically reduces the gap between data source and data storage. As stated at Startus Insights, this benefits telecommunications startups as it lowers latency, bolsters bandwidth, and increases computer capacity. It also improves the end-user experience by minimizing the need for delayed data exchange.
Why Telecommunications Companies Need to Integrate These Industry Innovations.
If they’re to scale their operations in today’s competitive climate, startups are required to deploy and direct telecommunication connectivity across various digital environments. More and more successful scale-ups are beginning to adopt the ten telecom industry innovations detailed above to achieve this all-important feat.
Are you determined to scale your telecommunications company alongside the startups you serve? If so, enabling each of the cutting-edge technologies listed in this blog should now be your top priority.
Aligning yourself with a team of telecom development specialists will help you integrate these intuitive solutions into your ongoing service range.
William Dawsey is Vice President of Sales for Finance and Payments Technologies at Chetu. William has nearly a decade of experience in the financial technology space and has helped numerous brands and institutions develop and integrate the latest in POS and FinTech solutions. He facilitates programmers with expertise in utilizing cloud-based, web, and mobile solutions for financial service modules such as payment gateways and POS software, accounting & tax preparation software.
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The Best CBD Oils for MS (Multiple Sclerosis)
Multiple sclerosis is a complex disorder, and researchers cannot pinpoint an exact cause. However, the effects of cannabis and CBD could be valuable to patients seeking relief from various symptoms.
Does CBD work for multiple sclerosis? Early research shows promising signs…
The U.S. National Library of Medicine acknowledges cannabidiol (CBD) as having the potential to relieve “spasticity in adult patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).” However, due to the varying nature and random flare-ups of the condition, MS is still a frustrating disease to treat. Indeed, multiple sclerosis affects no two people in the same way.
Although dozens of prescription medications are available, conventional drugs vary in efficacy. This is largely why the topic of CBD oil for multiple sclerosis is advancing into the limelight.
This article will discuss how MS attacks nerve fibers and disrupts neurological pathways. It also discusses how cannabidiol (CBD) can influence these pathways. While one should not consider CBD oil for multiple sclerosis a cure, it may provide an alternative form of relief.
What Is Multiple Sclerosis?
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society defines MS as an “immune-mediated” condition. The body’s immune system attacks the central nervous system (which comprises the brain and spinal cord).
After nerve fiber damage, scar tissue begins to form. This scar tissue can interrupt neurological communication between the brain and other body parts. Neural communication is vital for many functions in humans, including motor skills and behavior.
The severity of symptoms that people living with multiple sclerosis experience depends on the location of nerve fiber damage. It also depends on how many fibers are damaged. In milder cases, MS symptoms can be as moderate as mood swings or muscle spasms. Sufferers may have paralysis and/or a complete inability to control bodily functions in more severe cases.
As for prevalence, multiple sclerosis is a relatively rare disease. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society says that approximately 900,000 Americans live with the condition. Research suggests that up to 2.8 million people have the condition worldwide.
While researchers are in the dark about what triggers MS, we know some things about it. For instance, we know that women of northern European descent between the ages of 20 and 55 are most at risk.
DID YOU KNOW? Multiple sclerosis is a rare disease that only affects about 1 in 275 American adults.
MS Risk Factors
Genetics and family history play an important part in the onset of MS. We also know that exposure to environmental agents can increase risk. The good news is that not all sufferers experience overly-debilitating symptoms. Many maintain relatively normal day-to-day lives.
Also, contrary to popular belief, multiple sclerosis is not necessarily a terminal disease. In some instances, the disease is degenerative (meaning it worsens over time) and ends in death. However, the average lifespan of individuals who have multiple sclerosis is only marginally shorter than the average US adult lifespan.
Conventional (Non-Cannabis) MS Treatment Methods
Multiple sclerosis exists in four different stages, or “disease courses.” Conventional treatments and prescriptions depend on which particular stage a patient is in. In order of increasing severity, the four courses of MS are:
- Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS)
- Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS)
- Primary-Progressive MS (PPMS)
- Secondary-Progressive MS (SPMS).
Given the “come and go” nature of multiple sclerosis, patients can go months or even years without a diagnosis. However, in the event of diagnosis, prescription meds are typically the treatment of choice. Prescription MS medications include interferons like Avonex and Betaseron and immunomodulators like Copaxone.
Interferons work by lowering the number of white blood cells in the body. This limits the sources of attack on CNS nerve fibers. However, since white blood cells make up the immune system and protect against disease, these drugs can be dangerous. They can even produce side effects similar to those of chemotherapy.
Prescription MS drugs can present side effects similar to those of chemotherapy. Can CBD act as a safer, more effective alternative?
MS Drugs – Side Effects
Immunomodulators like Copaxone generally present fewer severe side effects than interferons. However, these drugs are not always effective for patients. Functionally, they act as “sacrificial myelin” during MS flare-ups. This is when synthetically-produced amino acids take the brunt of the immune response rather than the myelin protective coatings of the nerve fibers themselves.
Ultimately, most MS sufferers are generally unconcerned about the kind of treatment they take or where it comes from. The only thing that matters to them is whether or not the medication is effective and to what extent it allows them to live a normal life. Those who seek alternatives like CBD oil generally do so for one of the following reasons:
- Their prescription meds are ineffective
- Their prescribed medical regimen results in severe or regular side effects
- Prescription medications are too expensive
Important Information on CBD & Multiple Sclerosis
One thing we didn’t necessarily clarify is the difference in function between CBD and THC. THC, of course, is the archetypal marijuana component. It’s what’s responsible for getting us high and has been the driving force behind generations of legal condemnation and “lazy stoner” typecasts.
On the other hand, CBD has none of these intoxicating properties. It won’t cause a high any more than an ibuprofen tablet will. Rather, the molecule functions as an “endocannabinoid supplement.”
Our bodies are filled with natural cannabinoid receptors that work with natural endocannabinoids. If there is an absence or deficiency in producing these endocannabinoids, the receptors can’t function properly.
The central nervous system is the body region most densely populated with cannabinoid receptors – the same region where multiple sclerosis attacks nerve fibers.
MS and a Possible Endocannabinoid Deficiency
Could multiple sclerosis potentially be a disease hinged on a basic endocannabinoid deficiency? No one can answer that question without years of research. That said, anecdotal evidence suggests an uncanny relationship between the two components.
More research is needed to understand any potential dynamic between MS and endocannabinoid deficiency.
For the time being, at least, it seems that people living with multiple sclerosis will continue to rely on self-treatment methods. Unless they live in a state with MMJ, they will have to resort to non-conventional approaches to obtain alternative medications like CBD oil.
Cannabis & CBD Oil Benefits for MS – What Does the Research Say?
Believe it or not, dozens of academic and research publications have been released in recent years concerning the use of cannabinoids as a potential MS treatment. Here, we point out five of the most relevant studies to date.
“There is a wide acceptance of cannabis [use] within the MS community: up to 60% of PwMS victims currently use cannabis, and up to 90% would consider using it if it were legal and more scientific evidence was available.”
Sativex is a cannabis-based, FDA-approved medication for the “adjunctive treatment of neuropathic pain in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).”
“CBD provides long-lasting protection against the effects of inflammation in a viral model of multiple sclerosis.”
“…nearly every participant in a 1997 survey of 112 regular marijuana users with multiple sclerosis [stated] that the drug lessened both pain and spasticity.”
A review of studies from 1970 to 2013 looked into the potential benefits of complementary and alternative medicine in MS. The researchers suggested that “clinicians might offer oral cannabis extract for spasticity symptoms and pain.”
CBD Treatment for MS: Are There Any Side Effects?
CBD is generally recognized as being safe for consumption. Unlike THC, it is non-intoxicating, and there is little risk of developing an addiction.
Nonetheless, there are some potential side effects to watch out for, including:
- Dry mouth
- Reduced appetite
CBD is not FDA-approved, and the marketplace is poorly regulated. Therefore, one of the biggest risks is purchasing a low-grade product containing contaminants. It is important only to buy products with third-party lab reports outlining what’s inside.
Also, CBD can interact with certain medications. Therefore, any MS patients currently using prescription or over-the-counter drugs should consult with a physician before using CBD.
How to Take CBD Oil for MS
There is a wide variety of CBD products available. Here are the most common, along with information on how to consume them:
- CBD Oil: Place a few drops beneath the tongue, and hold them there for 60-90 seconds before swallowing.
- CBD Topicals: Rub the topical onto the affected area.
- CBD Vape Juice: It is possible to buy disposable vaporizers with pre-filled CBD juice cartridges. Alternatively, one can add the liquid to the vape device’s tank. The vaporizer heats the liquid, creating a vapor that the user inhales.
- CBD Edibles: The most common options include gummies and chocolate. Using edibles is as easy as chewing and swallowing!
- CBD Capsules: Swallow these capsules with some water. They are ideal for anyone who doesn’t like the taste or texture of CBD oil.
- CBD Flower: This is smokable dried hemp flower.
Typically, smoking and vaping provide the most rapid effects, but there are health concerns with both. CBD oil is the most popular and takes effect relatively quickly. CBD edibles and capsules are easy to use but can take a while to have a noticeable impact. Finally, CBD topicals are useful for anyone looking to tackle pain in a specific body area.
Final Thoughts on CBD Oil for Multiple Sclerosis
The research above indicates that CBD has potential promise for people living with multiple sclerosis. It is less expensive than pharmaceutical drugs, has fewer side effects, and could help alleviate many MS symptoms. However, detailed clinical trials involving humans are necessary to learn more about CBD for MS, including safety, efficacy, dosage, and more.
Nonetheless, many MS patients are unwilling to wait and want to try CBD as soon as possible. Fortunately, CBD products are tolerated in most states as long as they come from hemp and have a maximum THC content of 0.3%. Below, we have included details of what we believe are among the best CBD brands in the industry.
A note on CBD for Multiple Sclerosis by Dr. Mosab Deen:
“In essence, it is vital to understand that CBD may not only relieve symptoms of multiple sclerosis, without inflated pharmaceutical prices or their unhealthy side effects but may be the secret cure to preventive neurodegeneration through the endocannabinoid pathway that MS patients suffer from.”
CBD Oil and MS: Is Cannabis Oil a Miracle for Multiple Sclerosis?
CBD — short for cannabidiol — has a long list of well-documented health benefits. People use CBD oil to improve general well-being and to alleviate a wide range of symptoms, from anxiety to pain, inflammation, and neurological problems.
However, some areas where CBD could potentially help, are yet to be thoroughly examined.
Such is the case of using CBD oil for multiple sclerosis (MS).
Many MS patients are successfully taking cannabidiol, claiming it helps with their symptoms and repairs damaged nerves.
Current research shows that extracts like CBD oil can be effective in reducing pain and spasms in MS patients.
But can CBD oil actually treat multiple sclerosis?
Unfortunately, the research is still inconclusive. In this article, we’ll cover the most important aspects of using CBD oil for MS — including the benefits, different consumption methods, and possible side effects.
What is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple Sclerosis is a self-aggressive disease where the body’s immune system attacks the central nervous system (CNS). Scientists are still trying to discover the exact cause of MS; however, the general consensus is that this disease may be triggered by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Currently, about 2.3 million people in the US suffer from MS. The majority of diagnosed patients are between their 20s and 50s — it’s unclear why some people have this condition while others don’t.
Multiple Sclerosis damages the protective layer around nerve fibers (myelin). When the CNS notices the patches of scars left behind by an aggressive immune system, it starts to send false signals to the brain — leading to an array of symptoms.
In some people, these symptoms are relatively mild like extensive fatigue, while other cases involve severe pain, involuntary muscle cramps, impaired memory and focus, and vision problems.
When left untreated, multiple sclerosis may result in partial or complete paralysis.
Types of Multiple Sclerosis
There are 4 main forms of multiple sclerosis based on the type and severity of symptoms:
This is the most prevalent type of MS and affects about 85% of patients diagnosed with MS.
People with RRMS suffer from periodical fare-ups that exacerbate their symptoms, followed by silent periods where the patient remains symptom-free until the next flare-up.
For SPMS sufferers, symptoms deteriorate over time but without flare-ups. In most cases, RRMS transforms into SPMS.
A less common form of MS, primary-progressive multiple sclerosis affects about 10% of all MS patients.
This form of the disease is marked by worsening symptoms from the beginning, without flare-ups or remissions typical to other types of MS.
This is the rarest form of MS and occurs in about 5% of MS sufferers. The symptoms of PRMS worsen steadily over time, with flare-ups and acute relapses but without remission periods.
What is CBD Oil?
CBD oil is a concentrated CBD extract made from cannabis plants — both hemp and marijuana.
CBD is a cannabinoid — a naturally occurring phytochemical — and the second-most recognized active ingredient of cannabis.
Unlike the most popular cannabinoid, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD is non-psychoactive and thus won’t get you high. This makes CBD legal in most countries across the world.
The lack of psychoactive effects doesn’t make it an inferior cannabinoid. On the contrary, CBD has a long list of well-documented health benefits with only a few mild side effects. Cannabis advocates argue that CBD can help with virtually any condition deriving from a compromised endocannabinoid system (ECS) — the prime neurochemical network in our bodies.
Most CBD stuff sold online and in local dispensaries comes from hemp plants, which takes us to the next question.
How is CBD Hemp Oil Different from Medical Marijuana?
The main difference between CBD from hemp and medical marijuana is the aforementioned THC content.
Hemp plants are high in CBD and very low in THC. The THC content of hemp plants is usually below 0.3%, which isn’t enough to produce any psychoactive effects.
On the other hand, marijuana has high THC levels and doesn’t offer much CBD. However, some strains are specifically bred to achieve higher CBD levels at the cost of some THC.
Still, you won’t buy marijuana products in your local head shop or health store as marijuana remains a controlled substance according to federal law. You can buy medical marijuana if you live in a state that runs a medical marijuana program.
CBD oil from hemp is legal in all 50 states. You can find it in cannabis dispensaries, head shops, and online stores. You don’t need a doctor’s prescription to try CBD oil for multiple sclerosis.
Different Ways to Take CBD Oil for Multiple Sclerosis
If you’re considering trying CBD oil for your MS symptoms, it is available in the form of oil drops, tinctures, sprays, capsules, and edibles, which can be ingested, as well as vape products and creams for topical use.
Can CBD Oil Help With Multiple Sclerosis?
Dr. Ben Thrower, a physician at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, GA, is very optimistic about using CBD oil for multiple sclerosis, but at the same time, he underlines the importance of THC in the treatment.
“Many of our MS patients have used hemp-based CBD products with 0.3 percent THC or less (…) For the management of spasticity/spasms or burning pain (central neuropathic pain), I have found that most patients need higher THC concentrations.”
THC is a well-known pain reliever — this may explain the need for higher levels of THC in CBD products for treating MS symptoms.
However, Thrower points to CBD topicals as a potential solution for fighting localized pain in MS patients
“Some patients do find relief with Low-THC, CBD lotions applied topically,” said Thrower.
What Does the Research Say About Using CBD Oil for Multiple Sclerosis
In a 2009 study, researchers investigated previous reports from MS patients who used cannabis for their symptoms to find out whether a mix of CBD and THC may reduce spasticity associated with MS.
Each of the analyzed papers focused on testing THC and CBD in capsules and oral sprays. These products generally involved more THC than CBD, which resulted in a trend of reduced spasticity.
Researchers also concluded that THC/CBD solutions are well tolerated by patients and that the experienced side effects didn’t always stem from using cannabis alone.
In 2016, researchers were looking at how a pharmaceutical spray Sativex might reduce muscle spasms in MS sufferers.
Sativex is an oral solution made from CBD and THC in a 1:1 ratio. The spray was developed to reduce neuropathic pain, overactive bladder, spasticity, and other common symptoms of multiple sclerosis.
Researchers examined self-reported data from several hundred MS patients who were using the drug for one year. Results showed a 20% improvement in muscle spasticity for 70% of subjects and a 30% improvement in 28% of patients.
For about 39% of patients, the treatment was ineffective. Although those patients dropped out of the study, the results do provide evidence to support further research on cannabinoids for multiple sclerosis.
Finally, there’s a 2018 research review that analyzed existing studies to find indirect that CBD, along with other cannabinoids, can improve the mobility of MS patients.
The paper focused mostly on a high CBD to THC ratio as the potential reliever of muscle spasms and pain in MS patients. It also discussed how cannabis reduces inflammation, contributing to less fatigue in subjects.
Because CBD oil may be able to alleviate so many symptoms of multiple sclerosis — pain, spasticity, inflammation, and fatigue — it’s reasonable to assume that CBD can have a positive impact on mobility in MS patients.
What Are the Side Effects of Using CBD Oil for Multiple Sclerosis?
When it comes to unwanted reactions to CBD, Thrower said there are very few. They’re also uncommon and generally considered mild.
“I have found the side effect profile of these products to be less than some of the prescription medications,” he added. “CBD/THC products tend to be far less sedating than Baclofen or Tizanidine, which are [muscle relaxants] traditionally used for spasticity,” he added.
Most often, taking too much CBD oil results in a dry mouth, lowered blood pressure, and dizziness. In very rare cases, high doses of CBD oil can trigger diarrhea.
Key Takeaways: What You Need to Know About Using CBD Oil for MS
So, there you have it — everything we know about using CBD oil for MS so far.
Let’s summarize the article in a nutshell:
- CBD can be effective in reducing pain and spasms in multiple sclerosis patients
- However, CBD alone has limited potential for relieving MS.
- It appears that adding THC significantly improves the therapeutic properties of CBD
- Some people can have negative reactions to the psychoactive effects of THC, especially if their symptoms call for higher doses of medical cannabis oil.
- Moreover, equal ratios of CBD to THC may not work for certain people, as studies have shown.
- Full-spectrum cannabis extracts with higher ratios of CBD to THC may be able to relieve a wider range of symptoms and improve mobility in MS patients.
- Hemp-derived CBD topicals may be effective in reducing localized pain and inflammation during flare-ups.
I hope this article has helped you understand how cannabinoids work for specific MS symptoms. As always, make sure to contact your GP before taking any CBD product, especially if you’re already taking prescribed medications cannabidiol can interact with.
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What Are the Benefits of CBD for Multiple Sclerosis?
Research on CBD for MS is limited, but shows it might reduce pain and spasticity
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that causes a range of symptoms, including fatigue, cognitive impairment, and muscle weakness. MS can manifest in many ways, but patients have one thing in common: the symptoms of MS have a big impact on their quality of life.
To manage symptoms, some MS patients turn to cannabidiol, or CBD, a non-psychoactive compound found in the cannabis plant. Scientists are still researching the benefits of CBD for people with MS, but early indications show that CBD might help control some MS symptoms, such as pain and muscle stiffness.
This article will review what you should know about CBD and multiple sclerosis, including the potential benefits, safety concerns, and optimal dosage.
Verywell / Michela Buttignol
Immune System and Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease. That means that the symptoms of the disease occur because the immune system is attacking healthy cells in the way that it’s supposed to attack viruses and other pathogens.
In MS, the immune system targets the myelin sheath, a protective coating that wraps around nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain. When the immune system attacks this barrier, it causes inflammation and damage, which can impair the nerve signaling that facilitates movement, breathing, thinking, and more.
The severity of MS symptoms varies, depending on the location of the attack and the extent of the damage to the myelin sheath, but they most often include fatigue, muscle weakness or stiffness, and cognitive dysfunction.
Cannabinoids and the Immune System
Cannabinoids are a group of compounds found in the cannabis plant. The two main cannabinoids are THC (the psychoactive ingredients in marijuana) and CBD (which does not have a psychoactive component).
The body processes cannabinoids via cannabinoid receptors, which are found in the brain and in immune cells. This is all part of the endocannabinoid system, which regulates inflammation, immune function, motor control, pain, and other bodily functions commonly affected by MS.
This connection helps explain why CBD can be beneficial for MS. Cannabinoids have been shown to reduce inflammation and regulate immune response. CBD does this without mind-altering properties, making it appealing to people looking for relief from MS symptoms without the “high” of marijuana.
Benefits of CBD for MS
In a recent meta-analysis, researchers concluded that cannabinoids, including CBD, are “probably effective” at alleviating certain symptoms of MS, including pain and abnormal muscle tightness (spasticity), but “probably not effective” for treating muscle tremors or incontinence.
Additional research supported using CBD for MS. Here are some key findings:
- A 2018 scientific review found that CBD supplementation reduced pain, fatigue, inflammation, depression, and spasticity in people with MS, while improving mobility. The authors concluded that recommending CBD supplementation for people with MS would be advisable.
- A 2014 scientific review found that Sativex (nabiximols), a CBD nasal spray, can help reduce pain, spasticity, and frequent urination in patients with MS.
- Two different 2021 medical reviews found that in animal models, CBD helps regulate the immune system, reducing the autoimmune response that causes MS symptoms. More research is needed, but in the future this may mean that cannabis-derived medications and CBD could be used to treat the progression of MS, not just the symptoms.
Are There Any Side Effects?
CBD is generally considered safe, and it does not have mind-altering properties. A dose of up to 300 mg daily of CBD is safe for up to six months. Higher doses are safe for a shorter amount of time.
However, like any other supplements or medication, CBD may have side effects in some individuals. These may include:
- Low blood pressure
- Damage to the liver
In addition, CBD may interact with many other prescription drugs. It’s best to speak with your healthcare provider before supplementing with CBD, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Most doctors who treat MS are familiar with CBD, since at least 20% of MS patients are currently using CBD.
CBD is legal for consumption in the United States, but cannabis products that contain THC are illegal at the federal level. Be sure to understand the legal and professional implications of using CBD, especially if you are regularly screened for drug use.
Keep in mind that the Food and Drug Administration does not oversee or regulate any CBD supplements, so it’s important to purchase CBD products from a reputable source.
How to Use CBD for MS
CBD is available in many different forms, including topicals, tinctures, edibles, and nasal sprays.
You’ll also have to decide whether you want to take a full or broad-spectrum CBD, which contains other cannabinoids, or a CBD isolate, which contains just cannabidiol. Limited research suggests there may be a benefit to the “entourage effect”: It’s believed that having other cannabinoids present may make CBD more effective.
Consulting your healthcare provider can help you decide where to start with CBD supplementation. They can offer insight as to what has worked for other patients and guide you toward an appropriate dose of CBD.
How to Buy CBD for MS
It’s important to deal with reputable dispensaries when purchasing CBD for MS. Here’s what you should consider when buying CBD to treat MS:
- The legal status of CBD in your state, including whether you need a medical cannabis card
- The possible impact of taking CBD on your professional licenses or other areas in your life
- Your goals in taking CBD, and the symptoms you would most like to address
- Whether you would like a CBD isolate or a full-spectrum product that contains other cannabinoids
- Whether the retailer is licensed in your state
- Where the product was sourced (grown)
- Whether the product has a COA, or certificate of analysis, which shows the chemical composition of a substance
A Word from Verywell
MS can have a huge impact on your quality of life, which is why so many people look for relief from MS symptoms. The research around CBD and MS is very promising: It shows that some people experience reduced pain and spasticity when they use CBD supplements.
In the future, CBD-derived medication may even be used to control the progression of the disease by reducing inflammation.
Unfortunately, use of CBD for MS is still in its infancy, and there’s a clear need for more research. For now, it’s best to talk with your doctor and trusted peers when deciding whether CBD is right for you. Don’t be shy about speaking up: Research has shown that up to 60% of MS patients are currently using cannabis and 90% would consider it.
You shouldn’t feel any shame or hesitation about investigating this treatment option. However, it’s important to understand any legal and professional implications for where you live, especially if you use a product containing THC.
Although there is a lot of promise for CBD to treat MS, there is no FDA-approved treatment. Using it in combination with more traditional medically sanctioned treatment is likely a good course of action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Research indicates that CBD likely helps with muscle spasticity in people with MS. A UK-based study found that physicians did not measure a large improvement in spasticity in people taking CBD versus a supplement. However, the people taking CBD reported a reduction in spasticity compared with those taking a placebo. Because of that, the Multiple Sclerosis Society says that CBD is likely effective for spasticity.
CBD is generally considered safe, and some research shows that it likely helps treat pain and spasticity caused by MS. However, CBD is not FDA approved for treating MS or its symptoms. You should speak with your healthcare provider about using CBD to treat MS.
Much of the research on using CBD for MS pain has been done using oral supplements and nasal sprays. Some people also report benefits from smoking CBD flowers or cannabis. It’s best to speak with your healthcare provider and consider the legal standing of CBD and cannabis in your state as you decide how best to use CBD to treat MS pain.
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Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) can produce toxins and deplete lakes of oxygen when they die. Because they feed on phosphorus, billions of dollars have been spent around the world to reduce phosphorus loads and prevent the growth of these cyanobacteria. However, as the total number of bacteria decreases, the remaining bacteria have more of another important nutrient available: nitrogen. And higher concentrations of nitrogen help certain cyanobacteria to produce a toxin which protects them against damage resulting from oxidation. This means that reducing phosphorus is actually advantageous to the toxic cyanobacteria strains, which in turn can lead to an increase in the toxins in a lake.
Researchers from Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin) have now described this correlation for the first time in a paper for the interdisciplinary journal Science. Using an agent-based model, they simulate how cyanobacteria behave in Lake Erie, which borders the USA and Canada. They call for a shift in thinking about water management and adopting an approach that not only reduces phosphorus but also nitrogen loading in bodies of water.
Summer is just around the corner and with it blue-green algal blooming in the lakes. Cyanobacteria, which multiply en masse, can be dangerous not only for free-roaming dogs, but also for humans, especially children. In fact, this risk led the Berlin State Office for Health and Social Affairs to impose a swimming ban at Lake Tegel this past year . In August 2019, three dogs died in Bavaria after bathing in contaminated water. Several dogs also died following similar events at Lake Tegel in May 2017 . And in August 2014, the entire metropolitan city of Toledo, Ohio in the USA was affected: Half a million people were unable to drink, wash their hands, or shower using tap water for three days . The reason? Contaminated water from nearby Lake Erie. A type of blue-green algae, Microcystis, had produced particularly high levels of the liver toxin microcystin (MC) there. Even prior to in-depth scientific research, the bacteria was well-known for its “fast death factor” toxicity.
“While microcystin is a strong toxin for humans and animals, it’s highly beneficial to cyanobacteria,” says Professor Dr. Ferdi Hellweger, head of the Chair of Water Quality Engineering at TU Berlin’s Institute of Environmental Technology. The toxic microcystin can occupy certain sites on the enzymes important for life processes in the bacteria. In doing so, it shields the bacteria from aggressive hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), which could otherwise attack these binding sites, oxidize the enzymes and render them useless. "Hydrogen peroxide is found everywhere in nature, including as a by-product of photosynthesis," explains Hellweger. As such, producing MC is an important protective mechanism for the bacteria. Yet, there are some bacteria strains which produce a lot of MC and others which produce very little or none at all.
“This diversity among bacterial strains is precisely what is responsible for the phenomenon that a reduction in phosphorus can lead to an increase in MC production,” says Hellweger. Because phosphorus is a nutrient that is only available to a limited extent in nature for the bacteria, efforts until now have previously focused on cutting down on the use of phosphates as fertilizers in agriculture and reducing the phosphorus content of wastewater by means of tertiary treatment of wastewater to slow down the growth of blue-green algae even in larger bodies of water such as Lake Erie. “Less phosphorus in water reduces the number of blue-green algae and thus also the toxin level. That was generally the rule of thumb for water management,” continues Hellweger. However, the actual natural processes are more complex than this. “Less blue-green algae means they also have to compete less for other nutrients, the most of important of which is nitrogen. And nitrogen, similar to phosphorus, is also only available in limited amounts. And, as it happens, it is an important element of the MC molecule.” In other words: Those strains of bacteria which produce considerable amounts of MC can now do so more easily as well as more easily multiply than before, because the MC also protects them from the harmful hydrogen peroxide.
As a result, although phosphorus reduction leads to less blue-green algae overall, it leads to more toxin-producing blue-green algae in relation – so much more that the toxin level in the lake can also increase in absolute terms. “This discovery represents a real turning point for the management of water bodies. If we want to reduce the toxins produced by blue-green algae, we not only have to reduce the amount of phosphorus but also nitrogen in lakes, which is likewise used in large quantities as fertilizer in agriculture,” explains Ferdi Hellweger. Since this would involve significant additional expense, virtually all lake health or restoration programs are now under scrutiny – including that for Lake Erie, where the U.S. and Canada have pledged to reduce phosphorus by 40 percent, which at $40 million per year has a significant cost to U.S. agriculture alone , .
In addition to their findings, the method used by the researchers is revolutionary. For the first time ever, they used agent-based simulation to illustrate this blue-green algae’s behavior. Each blue-green alga is represented on the computer as an individual, behaving slightly differently depending on its assumed "life history" and membership of a particular bacterial phylum. "A blue-green alga that was frequently at the water surface, for example, will have been particularly exposed to light and thus hydrogen peroxide. This increases the likelihood that it will make full use of its MC production capacities," says Hellweger.
Every cyanobacterium in the simulation is assigned a simplified but nevertheless complex control loop, which includes a number of elements such as the mechanism of action of the most important gene for the production of MC and the process of oxidation by hydrogen peroxide. “These processes are made more complex by a number of factors such as the bacteria producing enzymes which can break down hydrogen peroxide, thus protecting them from oxidization too,” says Hellweger. In addition, light plays an important role as it can activate the gene needed to produce MC. This mechanism also contributes to the fact that less biomass leads to more toxins because more light can penetrate to deeper depths and stimulate production.
The researchers used the blue-green alga Microsystis and Lake Erie as the model organism and environment for their simulation. To precisely model the processes there, they conducted extensive literature research and evaluated 103 studies with 708 experiments dating back to 1958. Scientists at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, USA also conducted their own laboratory experiments to assist with building the model. Researchers at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, USA took field measurements at Toledo’s drinking water tapping point at Lake Erie.
Other cyanobacteria produce other toxins; the blue-green algae at Lake Tegel, for example, produce the neurotoxin “anatoxin-a.” It is still unclear, though, how this impacts the bacteria. However, the scientists believe that their method of agent-based simulation based on known biological mechanisms may also be useful for the management of other blue-green algae systems. “We hope our publication will lead many other research groups to consider our method, reproduce it, and apply it to other cases of blue-green algal blooms,” explains Ferdi Hellweger.
The project received generous support from the United States’ National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Bathing ban at Lake Tegel
Blue-green algae poisoning of dogs in Bavaria and Blue-green algae poisoning of dogs in Berlin
Drinking water crisis in Toledo (USA) 2014
US action plan against blue-green algae growth in Lake Erie
Cost estimate for the reduction of phosphorus in Lake Erie (US agriculture only)
Study by Prof. Hellweger et al. in Science
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Ndembu villages are changing from a pattern of discrete circles of houses inhabited by matrilineal kin to a conglomeration of groups of two or three mud-brick houses that face inward to a small courtyard. Such conglomerations themselves seem to be villages, although they are not regarded as such. The tiny groups are spinoffs from larger matrilineally based parent villages, and an Ndembu's immediate neighbor is still likely to be a matrilineal relative. The small groups are called "farms." Circular villages still exist and are referred to by the Ndembu term for village ( mukala ). A typical mukala has eight to ten houses with 30 to 50 inhabitants. The conglomerations, built-up areas, vary greatly in population—from 100 to 800 to 2,000 people. Their larger size is a response to the government's policy of centralization for the sake of the schools and of branch-committee control.
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BERLIN – German Special Envoy for the Western Balkans Manuel Sarrazin said that he believed in the future accession of the Western Balkans into the European Union, adding that it was not just about economic integration, but about joining the EU as a community of values.
In an interview for Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ)he said that there is an “interesting debate among experts as to whether certain steps can be accelerated within the accession process and whether to make a certain lane for fast driving”. However, he underlined that such ideas must not lead to a weakening of the accession process.
“It is extremely important that the EU adheres to the accession process with the goal of full membership because this is not just about economic integration but above all about joining the EU as a community of values”, said Sarrazin.
Speaking about Serbia’s decision not to support EU sanctions against Russia, Sarazzin said that this is “a bad time to be indecisive” towards Russia.
“I assume that the President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić also sees that the Russian option is not attractive. It is in Serbia’s interest to take a clear position. Ukraine is showing what can happen when you rely on Russian promises. I believe that it is clear to everyone in Belgrade”, said Sarrazin, Deutche Welle (DW) reported. According to him, it is important for the EU to clearly formulate the expectations the EU has from Serbia.
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We hardly live in the present. What we experience in the present is usually superimposed by the memories of our past. We cannot experience anything and make sense of it, without labeling it, categorizing it, comparing it or contrasting it. Here comes the most significant existential problem of our lives. We experience reality through the mind and it does not perceive reality accurately, as it is subject to many restrictive and disruptive mechanisms. In this our past becomes the filter, the accumulated know-ledge, through which we experience the current reality. How we experience the world or the reality depends upon what we already know or what we have already experienced. Hence, it is seldom the real reality.
When we live in the prison cells of our past, looking at the world through the windows screened by our desires and expectations, there is hardly much scope for enjoying the spontaneity and beauty of life. Jiddu Krishnamurthy, an Indian spiritual master, once said to the effect that there was no true observation if there was an observer. You are the observer who determines what you want to observe from the choices that are presented to you by situations and circumstances.
If you observe with your baggage of memories, desires and expectations, you interfere with the purity of your observation and put a smokescreen of your interpretations between you and the observed. It is true because when you see everything from the colored lenses of your past, there is no actual seeing, but a validation of what you have already seen. He also said that when you looked at something, you were conditioned not to see the thing itself, but invoke a copy of its image stored in your mind and treat it as real.
Thus, for example, when you see a rose, you do not see the rose, but an idea of it or an image of it that is already present in your memory. When one falls in love, one does not fall in love with the real person, but an embellished image of that person colored by beliefs and assumptions.
Hence, those who fall in love hardly see any flaws in their loved ones. It is also why human love fades away quickly as reality settles in and both sides begin to see each other's flaws clearly and objectively. We are conditioned to perceive the world this way. It is normal and natural to use our past knowledge and our learned behavior to deal with our current reality. It is how our minds choose to do their jobs efficiently and facilitate our survival and continuity.
It is also true that the knowledge that you store in your mind is but an accumulated knowledge. It is the sum of little pieces of information, which you gather from your perceptions and experiences and store in the vaults of your memory, primarily through your senses, which are in themselves limited and imperfect. You cannot rely upon it because it is colored by your beliefs, judgments, values, desires, and understanding. It is also shaped and influenced by the weight of the authority, which you respect and follow. With Its help, you can know only what you already know or what you desire to know. It is not capable of letting you know the unknown, the unfamiliar, or what cannot be fit into its constructs. Hence, as Krishnamurthy said, as long as we are in the field of the known and within the boundaries of our minds, and rely upon our memories, we do not see the truth, without the adulteration of our minds, or experience it accurately.
To a person familiar with the metaphysical aspects of life, this is a profound revelation. If we observe ourselves carefully to know how we live and experience the reality around us, we realize that most of the time we lead repetitive and monotonous lives, reinforcing our current beliefs and knowledge rather than trying to know anything new or transform our awareness. In this scenario, every new experience that we undergo remains an altered version of what we already know or what we have already experienced. Through a maze of conceptualized knowledge and belief patterns, we waddle through life, staying within our comfort zones, dealing with the familiar, and cultivating rigid mindsets. If you are familiar with the concepts of object oriented programming, you will realize that the human mind follows a similar pattern. It uses the same objects and a few design models to interpret and classify information and make sense of the world. It is as if we have created a framework, in which we want to fit in everything, however unrealistic and difficult it may be. We do not realize that we become prisoners of our own minds and worldviews, from which we cannot escape unless we are willing to break the walls that we raise. When we are forced by circumstances or chance to step out of our comfort zones and daily routines to deal with the unknown and unfamiliar, we suffer from fear and anxiety or try to escape from it.
I have explained in a previous article that to ensure your survival and keep you well informed of the threats and opportunities present in your world, your mind performs many functions routinely, and thereby saves you from information overload. Since it is impossible to do everything in a short time, it employs several filtering mechanisms, generalizations and over simplifications to minimize effort, maximize efficiency and conserves resources, without disturbing your feelings of continuity, stability and wellbeing. As a result, you do not pay enough attention to many feelings and sensations that arise in you or the situations that happen around you. If at all you do, you perceive and interpret them according to your beliefs, values, standards, assumptions, existing knowledge and states of mind.
Your cognition or how you make sense of the world also depends upon many factors. The world that we see and accept as real is an assumptive world. You may see the same object, but perceive it differently at different times, depending upon what is going on in your mind. When you look at things you do not look at it with complete surrender, as if you are looking at it for the first time, as if you have never seen it, or as if it is unique and different from all that you have known and experienced before. It happens because the mind makes sense of the world with existing images and memories stored in it rather than the actual images perceived.
The moment you perceive an object, it is superimposed by an image or memory that is already present in you. Since your perceptions are mostly colored by your thoughts, imagination, and memories, a lot of knowledge, impres-sions and memories that are stored in your mind are mere constructs rather than accurate copies of the objects and situations you experienced. You may rely upon such knowledge for your continuity and survival, but you cannot count on its accuracy or authenticity. It is your version of the past that happened, not necessarily what really happened. It is as you remembered it and not what might have originally happened. If the incidents happened in the remote past, you might have even rewritten them and altered them to fit them into your current belief system, self-image, and worldview.
Thus, we go through life in predictable but self-limiting ways, confining ourselves to the known and the familiar, losing things the moment we perceive them, and letting our past images and impressions aid our perceptions to create a believable reality. To focus upon things, in which we are particularly interested, we allow our minds to ignore all that we deem unnecessary, inconsequential, or irrelevant. While such selectivity helps us to resolve the problem of information overflow, it also limits our experie-nces, our perception of the world and our ability to understand it. Unfortunately, there is no way we can perceive the world and experience it differently, except through our minds and senses. Until we find an alternative either spiritually or scientifically, we are subject to the limitations and conditioning they impose upon our consciousness, behavior and perceptions.
It is not easy to go against Nature, or the deeply ingrained behavior that stems from your conditioning. Since, the mental processes that control your understanding are also guided by the same factors that influence your perceptions, you may not be even aware of your perceptual errors, logical fallacies, and cognitive distortions, or acknowledge them. However, your mind can be trained and reconditio-ned to act in desirable ways. By understanding your erroneous thinking, biases and logical fallacies, you can overcome its natural weaknesses and habitual thought patterns and learn to see the things in the field of your observation with greater clarity, understanding, objectivity, and appreciation. You can live more consciously, actively and adaptively to appreciate life and the world around you in wherever situations you may find yourself.
Your happiness must arise from within as a natural condition, in response to the simple joys of life and the little pleasures that make up most of your life. You will not be able to appreciate them if you are too busy or tied up with certain goals and expectations that are not within your easy reach. To be happy naturally, you have to slow down, lift your head and start looking around. Then you will realize how much life happens around you and how much of it you are just letting by, overlooking them rather than looking at them. In your journey of life, you may become stuck in problems and situations, but the world does not stop for you. It moves on, since you have little control over it and you cannot impose any conditions upon it. You can only take from it what you can find in it, as it opens to you in the moments that make up your life. It is how you can make peace with the world around you and find happiness within yourself as well as in the world.
Your happiness does not arise from the external things but from your conditioning. You make yourself happy by finding happiness in the things you seek or by finding freedom from the things you seek. Many people try to find happiness outside, in things and people to whom they develop attachment. For them life occasionally happens when they go on vacation, spend time with loved ones or stay in some exotic location. Their happiness remains short-lived, because it is tied to certain notions, desires, conditions and expectations that are disconnected from their regular lives. Your happiness cannot be sustained for long by the things of the world but by your ability and willingness to appreciate life as it happens. This is the truth. Unless you are a happy person by nature, nothing can make you happy, and unless you are mentally prepared to accept the world on its terms and create happiness from ordinary circumstances and simple pleasures of life, you cannot remain happy for long.
If you have become too dependent upon the world and people for your happiness, it is time you wake up your senses and enrich your life with the simple pleasures of your daily life, shifting your attention, from having to being, from feeling important to staying attentive, and from seeking attention to being perceptive. People go to faraway places to relax and enjoy their vacation. It is definitely a good way to break the monotony of your life. However, should you limit your happiness and enjoyment only to few such occasions? Do you have to spend a whole year doing dreary work to enjoy just a few days of rest and relaxation?
The answer is certainly no. Happiness exists not in the things, but in the seeker. A person can be happy by just staying at home or by flowing with the moment. What is important is your state of mind. If you are disturbed or unhappy you cannot enjoy any vacation or experience peace and relaxation. Therefore, you should learn to be happy naturally, wherever you are, finding opportunities to invent peace and happiness. You have to train your mind and senses to make the very process of living a source of enjoyment. It is immaterial whether you are rich or poor. What is material is whether you know how to appreciate life as it happens and how you can enjoy the simple pleasures of life, by becoming sensitive to the environment in which you live.
A sunset is a sunset, whether it happens in front of your house or on a snowy mountain. Perhaps you may not get a good view of it or you may never see it, but it still is a sunset. There is no point in wishfully thinking about the summer you are going to enjoy in an exotic place when and if you get that bonus, promotion or leave, while it is winter here and snow has covered the ground. You can learn to appreciate what comes your way or what happens to you, suspending your judgment and keeping your mind open and receptive. You can enjoy the snow when it snows and the rain when it rains, instead of thinking of summer when it is snowing, and wishing for snow when the summer is hot and humid.
You do not have to spend a lot of money to enjoy your life or go to faraway places to appreciate the beauty and grandeur of Nature. It is good if you can afford it, but, right here and right now, you can enjoy whatever you have and whatever is given to you. What is required is sensitivity, a loving heart and an appreciating mind. Even the silence of a street or a secluded place in your house can put you in touch with the peace that you may experience when you watch an expansive ocean or a mountain range. Do not ignore familiar things or people just because you know them. You can always find in them something new and fresh, and each time you meet people you can learn something new about them or their behavior.
By observing the world around you, with loving attention, and appreciating the presence of the most ordinary things within your immediate environment, you can stretch your mind, expand your awareness and find freedom from your dependence upon particular things and conditions for experiencing real joy and happiness. By observing the beauty of a flower, the innocence of a child, the serenity of a sleeping baby, the wisdom of an aging face, the anxiety of a flying bird, the placidity of an afternoon sky, the mysterious silence of a starry night, or by simply tasting your favorite coffee, tea or beverage, you can experience the simple pleasures of life here and now. All of it is possible with a few simple guiding principles such as the following. You can improvise them or make your own.
- Happiness is a state of mind. It arises from within.
- The world does not make you happy. You make yourself happy.
- You can create or invent your own happiness
- It is the sense of freedom which fuels your happiness and relaxation.
- Take a few deep breaths and pay attention into your senses.
- Make things and people important and worthy of your attention.
- Each day you spend is a special day.
- Take the child in you along with you when you go into Nature.
Suggestions for Further Reading
- The Power of Determination
- Factors Which Contribute to Happiness
- Mental Maturity and Adult Behavior
- The Power of Your Thoughts
- To Think Outside the Box and Its True Meaning
- How to Avoid Stereotyping People
- Meditation and Levitation
- Enjoying the Simple Pleasures of Life
- 10 Reasons Why Plans Fail
- Thought, Energy and Manifestation
- How to Deal With Unpleasant Situations
- Stop Blaming Others
- Ten Effective Ways to Improve Your Self Esteem
- Determination, The Sustaining Power
- Are you Bored With Your Life?
- What Do You Think Success Means?
- Why People Worship Celebrities and Film Stars?
- Dealing with Adversity
- The Success Mindset
- Why Older Workers Find It Difficult to Get a Job?
- Invite Peace Into Your Life
- How to Practice Forgiveness in Daily Life
- Effective Listening Skills
- Being the Best - A Book on Self-help
- Think Success : Essays on Self-help
- Essays On Dharma
- Esoteric Mystic Hinduism
- Introduction to Hinduism
- Hindu Way of Life
- Essays On Karma
- Hindu Rites and Rituals
- The Origin of The Sanskrit Language
- Symbolism in Hinduism
- Essays on The Upanishads
- Concepts of Hinduism
- Essays on Atman
- Hindu Festivals
- Spiritual Practice
- Right Living
- Yoga of Sorrow
- Mental Health
- Concepts of Buddhism
- General Essays
Source: All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, scanning or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher or the author.
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Now when almost all the major players have announced their emission reduction targets, the talk has turned to money and the ways the battle against climate change can be financed.
The US has proposed that a new climate fund should be established under the World Bank, which would direct funding to climate projects in developing countries. Further, the Asian Development Bank intends to direct 700 million dollars to two new investment funds that will primarily concentrate on financing climate change projects in developing countries. In short term, it has been estimated, that some 10 billion dollars are needed to cover the costs of the most current developments. In long term, some 100 billion dollars a year might be needed to cover the costs of climate change adaptation.
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Listen to Richard Hauptmann's Statement of Innocence
Why Did You Kill Me? by Richard Hauptmann
by Judge W Dennis Duggan, JFC
Death In Texas by Sister Helen Prejean - NY Review of Books
The Death of Innocents: An Eyewitness Account of Wrongful Executions
Freedom of Information Act - 1368 pages of Lindbergh Files Online
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The bell tolled as it always had in the Flemington, NJ courthouse when the jury made its decision. There were no witnesses to the disappearance or death of the Lindbergh baby but the jury found Hauptmann guilty of murder in the first degree on February 13, 1935.
Hauptmann was sentenced to death in the electric chair.
Many Americans wanted to see Hauptmann (the "Nazi," the alien, the foreigner) punished severely for such a heinous "crime." David Wilentz took advantage of xenophobic feelings at the time by tell the jurors, in his closing arguments, that "no American could have killed that child."
But Richard Hauptmann warned everyone before his death "You think this is like a book you can close. This will never close." And - he was right. Here we are - 70 years later, wondering how this "kidnapping" could have happened.
The first jury ballot consisted of five for life imprisonment. The five voters were Pill, Snyder, Smith, Cravatt, and Hockenbury. They voted again. This time, Snyder and Pill voted for death. The next time, Hockenbury changed his vote to death. A fourth vote, and Smith agreed on the death sentence.
Finally, after five votes and many hours of arguing, Cravatt voted for death. He said he was unsure about the death penalty because Hauptmann's life could not be returned if new evidence proved him not to be the killer years later. The jury spent eleven hours and fourteen minutes in deliberation.
Hauptmann was taken to his cell. Once he was released from the handcuffs, he fell. His face made contact with the floor. He was lifted to his little cot, where he began to cry.
The defense appealed the verdict, but the Supreme Court of New Jersey upheld the verdict on October 9, 1935. Hauptmann's lawyers appealed to the United States Supreme Court, but it was denied.
He was to be electrocuted on January 17, 1936 but Gov Harold G Hoffman did not believe the defendant had received a fair trial and wanted to delay the execution. The Governor's announcement, on December 5, 1935, appeared in the newspapers and the very next day, Charles Lindbergh gave his wife orders to be ready to move to Europe on 24-hour notice. Anne reveals this in her diary of Dec.6, 1935.
So, what was Lindbergh really running away from?
If the Governor was planning to reopen the investigation, as stated in the newspaper on Dec 5, what exactly caused Lindbergh's sudden take-off? Were the questions of a skeptical governor a threat to Charles Lindbergh?
He claimed it was new death threats to his second son, Jon, but that makes no sense since Lindbergh had already shown no interest in protecting the second child when he took his wife on a 6 month trip right after she gave birth to him. It was only a few months after the first child's body was discovered and the Lindberghs left their newborn with a maid - and the supposed death threats.
The Lindbergh Kidnapping Hoax Forum Debates
Fri Feb 22 2002
I think Hauptmann was guilty of extortion. The evidence proves to me beyond a reasonable doubt the he was guilty of that.
The problem I have with this case is that Hauptmann was executed, and I firmly believe that the prosecution's evidence, for the reasons I have discussed at length, was wholly insufficient to support the felony murder charge. Second degree murder was a stretch, but, I believe, supported by the evidence (some of you dispute that that evidence was sufficient, and I tend to agree with your arguments that that evidence was, to put it mildly, tainted); but capital murder? I come back to the prosecution's lack of temporal evidence; that is, where is the evidence that the child was killed sufficiently proximate in time to the breaking/entering for the jury to find beyond a reasonable doubt that he killed the child IN THE COMMISSION OF the burglary? The prosecution was required to prove that, and, in my opinion, they failed. The jury's conclusion was based on speculation, and, by definition, speculation is less certain than beyond a reasonable doubt.
So, I'm not saying that Hauptmann was an innocent dupe. What I am saying is that he was entitled to due process of law. That he was entitled to require the prosecution to prove EVERY element of their case beyond a reasonable doubt, regardless of the nature of his crime. I don't think he received that here, for the reasons I have already discussed
For Verdict Defenders like me
Sun Sep 22 2002
Richard A. Knight, Lawyer (graduate of the University of Texas and Harvard Law School), writing in the Forum and Century, January, 1936:
“Last Spring, in the midst of a mob of peanut eaters in an atmosphere suggestive of a cockfight rather than of a court, Hauptmann was tried and found guilty, allegedly on circumstantial evidence, not of kidnaping nor of extortion but of murder. Now kidnaping is one thing, and extortion is another, and murder, quite distinctly, is yet a third. And in the record compiled at that trial there is no more evidence that the man is guilty of murder than there is that you or I am.
The fundamental requirement for the sufficiency of circumstantial evidence to sustain a conviction for murder or indeed any other crime is that it must be so strong as to exclude all other hypotheses than that of the accused’s guilt of the crime as charged. Any lawyer will confirm to you that in the whole of the criminal law there is no more elementary or perfectly settled rule than this. And there is nothing esoteric, nothing complicated about it; it is precisely as simple as it sounds. With it clearly in our minds, each of us at once becomes as well qualified to pass upon the propriety of the affirmance of the conviction by the Appellate Court as the Supreme Court of the United States is.
Now, specifically Hauptmann was charged with murder by virtue of having, while perpetrating a burglary, accidentally killed the baby on the Lindbergh premises – a technical kind of murder, obviously, since no murderous intent is required by it to be established. In accordance, then, with the rule I have just recited, for his conviction to have been properly sustained, circumstantial evidence not merely of the child’s death but of its accidental death on the premises must not only have been introduced into the record but must have been so strong as to exclude the possibility of any other hypothesis. This is the exact and inarguable essence of the whole case. Unless in that gross ton of evidence which was sent up from the trial court these two facts were overwhelmingly established, not a pound of it could properly avail to sustain the conviction, and all the ingenious deductions from the wood of the ladder and from the handwriting of the ransom notes and all the testimony respecting the passage of the ransom money and all the admissions wrung from Hauptmann himself respecting the viciousness of his own past and indeed anything and everything else in the whole record was and is wholly immaterial. All those things may conclusively prove the crime of kidnapping or that of extortion. But it is with the crime of murder and murder only that the Appellate Court was concerned – that accidental killing in the course of the commission of that burglary on those premises – it had to find overwhelming evidence of that.
Well, every gum chewer in the subway knows that there is no such evidence in the record.”
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By Shaun Carney
The political era that began with Reagan and Thatcher comes to a close next week with the US elections.
IT HAS been said many times about Australia in recent years that when you change the government you change the country. When it comes to US presidential elections, the ramifications are wider. When you change the government there, there's a good chance that you're changing the world.
Ronald Reagan applied pressure to the self-inflicted cracks that were already showing within the Soviet empire, reconfiguring the global balance of
power. He also added momentum to the wave of new conservatism implemented
by Margaret Thatcher in Britain.
After the interregnum of Gerald Ford's temporary administration and Jimmy Carter's botched presidency, Reagan is generally seen to have ushered in a way of governing and political thinking that has dominated the United States the Republicans have held the White House for 20 of the past 28 years and informed the politics of the Anglophone world and beyond.
George W. Bush has fashioned himself as a political son of Reagan, rather than of his actual father, who was president in 1989-93. But his attempts at grabbing the mantle of conservative overseer have been comically, and tragically, inept.
The current President is, by all accounts, not stupid, but as a political leader, an administrator and a commander-in-chief he has more often than not behaved like a fool. When the world needed America to provide fresh leadership and generate new ways of looking at the world, George W. Bush brought an Old Testament perspective, and that was on the good days.
On his bad days, of which there were many, he was straight-out incompetent. After Osama bin Laden, with the help of elements of the Afghanistan and Pakistan governments, had overseen a terrorist operation that killed 3000 Americans in 2001, Bush made his main focus waging war on Iraq's then leader, who had no truck with bin Laden. These actions consumed the West and the Middle East for years.
Come Wednesday afternoon, Melbourne time, the Bush era will draw to a close when American voters elect a new president, almost certainly the Illinois senator Barack Obama. Even if we set aside Obama's youth, lack of direct political experience and the fact that he is African American any of which would make his victory quite remarkable his ascendancy, and Bush's collapse, merely confirm a profound change now gripping Western politics.
The financial structures that have underwritten the years of prosperity in countries such as the United States and Australia since the mid-1990s are dissolving. The passing along of responsibilities for credit, from institution to institution, and then from nation to nation, and the accrual of debt in order to finance the process, have culminated in what threatens to become a disaster.
Australia's best hope, for example, is that it will suffer the reality of a recession,
with a rapid rise in unemployment, zero net investment and a jump in business closures, but will avoid the stigma of
being in a technical recession in that it will not experience two successive quarters of economic contraction. Instead, it could contract in this quarter, say, grow ever so slightly in the first quarter of next year and then contract again during the autumn and early winter of 2009.
Compared with the US and Europe that would be seen as a sort of success story. But it will not feel like it.
How did it come to this? These countries borrowed and borrowed and borrowed. Australia's national debt has skyrocketed since the mid-1990s. Because the public sector debt was retired, we kidded ourselves that we were debt-free. Whenever the burgeoning current account deficit was raised as an issue, there were assurances that because the debt was private, it was not a problem. The plunge in the value of the Australian dollar in recent weeks has in part been a response to our massive national debt.
The same people who assured us that the growth of credit was no big deal also predicted that the old days of boom and bust could well be over. They were wrong. It's the timelines of the booms and the busts that have changed, not the boom-and-bust cycle itself.
This is because economic behaviour is about confidence, about belief, about safe havens and self-preservation. No matter how elaborate the arguments for self-regulating markets get, the truth is that the herd instinct will always reappear and assert itself.
The harsh economic realities of 2009-10 and the American electoral cycle are merely coinciding to bring to a close the way of political thinking that began with Reagan and Thatcher, and ended in their tawdry, bumbling way with George W. Bush. It does not follow that the closure of one dominant mindset will lead to the revival of the belief system it replaced in this case, the pump-priming, regulatory ideas of John Maynard Keynes that were the vogue from the 1940s until the time of the 1970s oil shocks.
Elements of Keynesianism are obviously being tried right now, here and in Europe and in the United States. But different times demand different responses. Already, for example, the common proposal for reducing carbon emissions, to create a market trading in carbon permits, is starting to look limp and inappropriate as an economic system that was based so much on the belief of rational market behaviour goes sour. Developing environmental technologies increasingly looks more attractive.
It is in the DNA of politicians to disappoint; only the extent of the disappointment varies, so in many ways Obama as president would be a letdown. But there is a real hunger across the globe for new ways. Surely there has never before been a presidential candidate who has been so strongly supported outside his own country as much a condemnation of Bush and all he came to represent as an endorsement of Obama.
Shaun Carney is associate editor.
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Ms. Theresa Morateck
Executive Director of Teaching, Learning, and Equity, School District of Beloit
July 2021 - Finding JOY in Teaching and Learning Post-Pandemic
What does it mean to find joy in teaching and learning?
The topic of joy and education is not new, yet circling back to it post-pandemic seems more critical now
than ever. As our students return to full in-person learning, we have charged ourselves to begin to
reimagine more equitable (joyful) schooling experiences for our students. There is an essential need to
focus on the unfinished teaching and accelerated learning as a response to the “interruptions” over the
previous year. However, our intentional focus to provide challenging, grade-level instruction cannot come
at the expense of joy!
Joy for learning does not imply a lack of challenge or lack of an instructional focus. It means reimagining experiences that can invite our students to love learning and to love school. These experiences can be meaningful, relevant, and empowering!
We should also be sure we are not confusing joy with a toxic-positive culture. The joy of learning does not imply that we are happy all of the time, either. We want our classrooms to be liberating experiences where students are supported in learning how to regulate their emotions. We want our students to connect positive emotions to learning, as we know, the emotional and social cannot be separated from the academic.
Additionally, it is essential that we support our students through the productive struggle during learning, as that is what moves our students into independence. Young people feel confidence and joy when they achieve milestones - learning to read, being able to cite basic facts with fluency, understanding linear equations, and achieving personal academic goals all bring that about.
So, what does JOY look like?
Some ways we can recognize joy at school:
• The bell rings and students are still engaged and in the midst of an academic discussion
• Students are fully attentive with “minds on”
• You can see students cheering on an event - the success of a science experiment, team work, etc.
• Students are smiling from being encouraged by their classmates and teachers
• Students are engaged in inquiry and have that “light bulb” moment
• Students demonstrate pride in their work and new learnings
• Students are motivated to share and teach others • Students are engaged to continue learning more about a topic on their own
• Students demonstrate empowerment and confidence in their ability to engage in topics of interest through discourse
How do we find JOY in teaching?
Teaching and learning are synonymous. For most teachers, watching our students experience joy in the
learning process is the biggest reward we could ask for. We find joy when our students find joy! The act of
engaging in meaningful work and having visible evidence of the difference we make in the lives of our
students is what inspires us
Some ways we can support our own Joy:
• Showing and receiving gratitude for our fellow colleagues, students, and families
• Communicating and celebrating points of pride and student success with our students, families, and community
• Providing students with authentic opportunities to be free to be themselves and participate in a community that promotes a sense of belonging
• Developing meaningful relationships with our students and colleagues by believing in them
• Challenging our own practices, taking risks, trying new things, and finding successes with our students
• Engaging in professional learning communities and opportunities to build our toolboxes and positive relationships
• Committing to our students being successful through collective efficacy- We CAN do it!
We have a lot of work ahead of us as an educational community post-pandemic. It is important that we pause to reflect and remind ourselves of the critical role joy plays in our lives, our schools and our classrooms.
I continue to be grateful for the dedication and generosity across the School District of Beloit. I know that teaching is a calling and that with a continued commitment to our students’ reaching their fullest potential, it is possible to work hard, have high expectations, and find joy in learning. I am inspired to begin the school year with our students, families, and staff! And, let us remember to laugh and to dance along the way.
Christensen, Linda. (2009). Teaching for joy and justice: Re-imagining the Language Arts Classroom. Rethinking Schools. Milwaukee, WI.
Shareski, Dean. (2017). Embracing a culture of joy. Solution Tree Press. Bloomington, IN.
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Military and Manufacturing Outsourcing: Not All Guns and Roses
The U.S. military fights its war on high costs through outsourcing. Can manufacturers arm themselves with the same weapon?
Both the military and private industry manufacturers outsource services with the same main goal: to cut costs. And while they have marshaled some cost savings and derived additional organizational benefits, this tactic has also resulted in some unintended consequences. Here is a look at the advantages and risks of outsourcing, and the similarities and differences between how the U.S. military and private manufacturers do it.
To understand the impact of outsourcing, it’s important to probe into the rationale behind it. One major reason can be traced back to 2001. After the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, force management constraints drove the U.S. military to convert many active-duty support units into combat arms soldiers.
As part of this strategy, the military outsourced its support efforts, recalls Mike Hamann, an Army Materiel Command (AMC) veteran who is currently a mobilized Civilian Expeditionary Worker for AMC in support of U.S. Forces-Afghanistan, J4 Directorate (supply and logistics).
It is common practice for the U.S. Armed Services to outsource and consolidate services associated with providing mission materiel requirements involving rations, bulk fuel, construction materials, medical material, and repair parts to include kits, assemblies, and subassemblies.
The main argument the military gave for outsourcing revolved around the belief that it would be cheaper to hire contractors. "During initial planning, no one could foresee that we would be at war for more than a decade," Hamann says. "The military presented the financial argument that using a contract service for a few years would be less expensive than the cost of a career soldier with retirement."
Manufacturers outsource for the same primary reason the military does: to achieve cost savings. Outsourced services common to both the military and manufacturers include:
- Specialized outsourcing, such as research and development or healthcare.
- Technical outsourcing, such as web development or engineering.
- Manufacturing-related outsourcing, resulting from global supply chain requirements or proximity to resources.
- Services outsourcing, determined by cost and/or quality considerations.
The formation and mission of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) best illustrates the Army’s strategy of consolidating services. DLA supports the U.S. mission in Afghanistan by supplying coalition forces with most of the food, fuel, and support elements in this war zone. The DLA Support Team-Afghanistan is charged with providing more than $10 billion in food and bulk fuel contracts.
It makes economic sense for the military and private manufacturers to outsource certain services. "It is sometimes more cost-effective to outsource services than hire the expertise in-house," says Teresa Smith, a 30-year DLA veteran. "This is especially true when you need a service for a limited time, and/or for a specialized skillset not readily available from existing resources.
"Outsourcing gives the DLA the flexibility to rapidly fill a temporary void, and to just as easily and quickly remove those resources when we no longer need the service," she adds.
The military often makes outsourcing decisions based on the mindset that private is better. This reasoning is amplified by the military’s well-publicized size reductions (more than 35 percent in the 1980s and 1990s); the relative ease of outsourcing, including relaxing of oversight requirements; and the role of technology in modern warfare, including a reliance on commercial off-the-shelf technology.
Yet, embracing outsourcing is not compatible with standard military thinking that core functions such as fighting for and establishing the peace should stay in-house because turning to outside organizations could potentially harm the mission.
One risk involves giving critical needs to contractors who, unlike service members, have not taken a solemn oath to carry out military missions.
A second risk is that this type of outsourcing may weaken military chain of command—the hierarchical method for organizing information flow, decision making, power, and authority. It assumes that each level of the organization is subordinate to the level to which it reports. Contractors often serve under the operational control of military commanders, but are also bound by contractual terms, conditions, and allegiances that are not in sync with military hierarchy.
Some consider military outsourcing—originally intended to be a short-term solution at the beginning of contingency operations in Afghanistan in 2002—well past its usefulness. Even the cost savings are questionable as the war effort in the Middle East now exceeds 15 years. "The Army outsourced much more than has become healthy for its organic capabilities," says Hamann.
The problem the Army faced was that it was extending outsourcing contracts multiple times across numerous operations. Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) in Iraq and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) in Afghanistan lasted much longer than initially expected. The additional years of outsourced contracts, along with the cost of overseas contractor salaries, drove expenses much higher than the salaries of soldiers executing support missions.
In addition to OIF and OEF running up huge costs, over the years the Army lost the capability to self-support. "As we expanded outsourcing, we were forced to grow contracting officers and contracting officer representatives," Hamann says. "We did not have a core competency in these areas and endured many years of growing pains."
Significant cost overruns are another downside of military outsourcing. "Over the past decade, research on contracting waste and abuse reveals high-level mistakes that cost the Army not just hundreds of millions of dollars, but also the respect and credibility to conduct fiscally responsible support operations," Hamann says.
Controlling Escalating Costs
While consolidating services for food, fuel, construction materials, medical supplies, and repair parts was a big success story for the military, the persistent problem as a result of extended contingency operations is escalating costs. The Army is well aware of the problems associated with extended outsourcing, according to Hamann, and is looking at ways to solve current outsourcing challenges, including establishing task forces and tiger teams to analyze the dilemma and provide solutions.
"Discussions have included training more officers and contracting officer representatives to focus on outsourcing problems, and training active-duty forces to re-grow the Army’s support capabilities," says Hamann. Today, more than 80 percent of logistics capabilities are housed under the Army Reserve and National Guard, and soldiers are being trained to support new equipment and other elements.
Despite the disadvantages of outsourcing, the Army faces many global challenges that lean toward continuing its future outsourcing efforts. "Congress severely limited troop levels and resources," Hamann says. "Until the Army recognizes the true costs of outsourcing, and the limitations placed on our forces, we cannot truly find a solution to these challenges. Training contracting specialists and re-growing our organic capabilities are steps in the right direction."
Military and private manufacturers both want to reduce the need for highly skilled workers on generic manufacturing tasks to achieve the following benefits:
- Decrease plant and equipment costs.
- Reduce footprint requirements.
- Control reverse logistics costs.
- Develop more reliable schedules.
- Offer greater product options.
- Concentrate on core competencies.
Outsourcing offers many advantages. In addition to cost savings, and the ease with which it is possible to outsource goods and services, this tactic also enables comparative advantages such as reduced time to market (or to meeting missions), access to new markets (or mission capabilities), flexibility, proximity to finite resources, reduced liabilities, and improved quality.
But it is not a panacea. Both the military and manufacturers face outsourcing challenges, including the contracted entity’s lack of accountability, and the practice of awarding too many sole-source contracts. Single-source agreements are primarily awarded when no other viable or qualified suppliers are available.
"Long-term, sole-source contracts offer cost benefits resulting from lower administrative and production lead times, and often cost reductions because the government guarantees minimum order quantities," says Smith.
Other disadvantages shared by the military and manufacturers include a loss of control, longer delivery times, and less responsiveness to customer requirements.
What Does the Future Hold?
Both the military and manufacturing have based outsourcing decisions primarily on cost considerations, and have placed less emphasis on product or service quality, or the organizational harm that extended outsourcing of core capabilities might cause.
Making decisions based mainly on cost savings can be detrimental to organizational integrity. Instead, entities should consider an array of organizational priorities, with cost being only one among many. Outsourcing decisions based on multiple criteria such as performance, cultural integrity, and even the greater good, strengthen the organizational timber required to weather unknown storms to come. For example, to an aviation organization, the cost of providing safe operations is secondary to the result of safe operations.
Executing military operations, and the associated performance of core military activities within a war zone, should be the main drivers of outsourcing mission-essential activities. In other words, military outsourcing cost savings should be given less weight than the health and maintenance of organizational considerations essential to its survival.
The cost to prosecute a war, therefore, should be subordinate to the result of achieving not only victory, but also maintaining the armed services. Manufacturers, like the military, should make outsourcing decisions based not on short-term cost savings but on organizational health and stability.n
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University of Erlangen-Nuremberg Information
The University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg – FAD) is located in two different cities in the German state of Bayern. Two thirds of the students and nine of the eleven faculties are located in Erlangen, with the remainder being located in Nuremberg. The University of Erlangen-Nuremberg ranking is the joint 15th in Germany, and in the 365 to 390 range in the world. Similarly rated German colleges include Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Heinrich Heine University, University of Leipzig, and University of Marburg.
The university was originally located in Bayreuth, but after one year relocated to premises in Erlangen, it was not until 1961 that colleges in Nuremberg became part of the FAU. Nowadays the university caters for nearly 26,000 students and a further 10,000 staff; these are watched over by the rector Karl-Dieter Grüske.
The University of Erlangen-Nuremberg has five different faculties as follows:
Faculty of Philosophy and theology
Faculty of Law and business science faculty
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Science faculty
Faculty of Technology
Over the years the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg has been associated with many famous alumni and faculty including the Nobel prize winner for chemistry Eduard Buchner. Even more renown is the physicists Georg Simon Ohm (Ohm’s law) and Hans Geiger (Geiger counter). Others of note are Samuel Hahnemann (homeopathy) and the inventor of the MP3 Karl Heinz Brandenburg.
University of Erlangen-Nuremberg Address
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Motto: Advance through Networks
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We analyzed a collection of 738 bird bones, representing a minimum of 71 individuals, found in a settlement of hunter-gatherers from the mid-Holocene, 5,000 years BP, in the coastal locality of Chan Chan, southern Chile. The camp was inhabited for over ca. 500 years, during which time a steady hunting pressure on the local marine resources was exerted, particularly on seabirds. The most abundant taxon (bones/number of individuals) was the red-legged cormorant Phalacrocorax gaimardi (551/44) which was also the prey which provided the highest edible proportion of body mass. Albatrosses Thalassarche cf. melanophris (103/12) and shearwaters Puffinus cf. griseus (20/5) were secondary prey. Cormorants were presumably hunted at their breeding colonies (which are still present in the area) so it is probable that egging also occurred. Because they are pelagic, albatrosses could have been hunted at sea, but the adequate technology for this (boats, hooks) is not apparent in the archaeological record. The bird assemblage obtained in the sample does not qualitatively differ from that of the present, indicating a reasonable stability in species richness from the considered period until the present. The high diversity of coastal resources in Chan Chan was likely important in leading to the, at least seasonal, occupation of these areas by hunter-gatherers and also may have encouraged the development of the adequate technology for the exploitation of these resources.
Áreas temáticas de ASJC Scopus
- Ciencias ambientales (todo)
- Agricultura y biología (todo)
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|Title:||Organic wastes as soil amendments – Effects assessment towards soil invertebrates|
|Citation:||Renaud, M., Chelinho, S., Alvarenga P., Mourinha, C., Palma, P., Sousa, J.P., … Natal-da-Luz, T. (2017). Organic wastes as soil amendments – Effects assessment towards soil invertebrates. Journal of Hazardous Materials, 330, 149-156. http://dx.org/10.1016/j.jhazmat.2017.01.052|
|Abstract:||Using organic wastes, as soil amendments, is an important alternative to landfilling with benefits to soil structure, water retention, soil nutrient and organic matter concentrations. However, this practice should be monitored for its environmental risk due to the frequent presence, of noxious substances to soil organisms. To evaluate the potential of eight organic wastes with different origins, as soil amendments, reproduction tests with four soil invertebrate species (Folsomia candida, Enchytraeus crypticus, Hypoaspis aculeifer, Eisenia fetida) were performed using gradients of soil–waste mixtures. Results obtained demonstrated that contaminant concentrations required by current legislation might not be a protective measure for the soil ecosystem, as they do not properly translate the potential toxicity of wastes to soil invertebrates. Some wastes with contaminant loadings below thresholds showed higher toxicity than wastes with contaminants concentrations above legal limits. Also, test organism reproduction was differently sensitive to the selected wastes, which highlights the need to account for different organism sensitivities and routes of exposure when evaluating the toxicity of such complex mixtures. Finally this study shows that when combining chemical and ecotoxicological data, it is possible to postulate on potential sources of toxicity, contributing to better waste management practices and safer soil organic amendment products.|
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In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, the Children”s Action Committee (CAC) of Mendocino County held its annual Outreach Day in Willits on Monday, April 7.
Community volunteers walked to various local businesses and distributed information on the impact of child abuse as well as how to report suspicion of child abuse and neglect. The walkers also passed out colorful posters, blue ribbon pins, pinwheels, and factsheets to the businesses they visited.
Outreach Day spreads awareness to prevent child abuse and neglect, a serious social problem in Mendocino County that affects everyone.
Blue ribbons are a national symbol of child abuse prevention month. The CAC provided law enforcement with Blue Ribbon magnets. The Willits Police Department and Little lake Fire Protection District supported the outreach day by placing blue ribbon magnets on their vehicles.
Children”s Action Committee would like to thank the Police and Fire Departments, and all volunteers who participated in the Willits Outreach Day for Child Abuse Prevention Month.
The rate of child abuse in Mendocino County is 19.4 cases per 1,000 children; almost twice the rate of California child abuse as a whole. With thousands of child abuse reports made to Child Protective Services (CPS) each year, California”s reports of child maltreatment rank among the highest in the nation. Annually, the direct and indirect cost of child abuse and neglect in the United States exceeds $124 billion. Thus, communities are affected both socially and economically.
In our county protecting children is a pressing issue. During a recent Maternal, Child and
Adolescent Health (MCAH) stakeholders” needs assessment meeting, child abuse and neglect ranked as number three priority problem out of 16.
Because child maltreatment impacts the community as a whole, effective child abuse prevention requires a collective effort from each member of the community. Everyone can make a difference in the life of a child. For more information, please visit www.mendocinokids.org or call 707?467?2010.
The Children”s Action Committee is a committee of the Policy Council on Children and Youth. Committee members include parents, leaders of local nonprofits, and much more. To find out more about how you can support happy and healthy kids, follow CAC on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CACMendocino.
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Do you ever feel like you are so plugged into technology that you miss life?
You wake up and instead of being happy you’re alive and blessed with a gorgeous day, you’re thumbing through your social feeds to see if you missed anything while you were sleeping. Before you’ve even sat down for breakfast you’ve already started catching up with your emails and filling up your day. Never pausing to just be in the moment, to feel what our bodies and minds are telling us. It’s hard to be creative or have an original thought if we are so inundated with what the world is telling us that we can’t even really, truly have a moment to ourselves. My goal, to unplug the day and step away from the screen more.
This is going to be a hard thing for me, I’m a designer by day, so I truly am in front of some type of screen all day long. Then, when I get home it’s time to catch up with my family and friends online, write a post on my blog or just explore the internet, and again, in front of a screen.
So much of our lives are directly touched by technology.
Don’t get me wrong, it is a huge convenience and I love it most of the time, but we must remember that there are times when technology is simply not needed. Times where it takes more away from our lives than it adds to it. Technology is not meant to replace human and life interactions. It is meant to give us more time so that we can enjoy our lives.
When you are out with your friends, take a quick pic or two of you and your friends together, but then put your phone away and enjoy that moment with your friends. Really listen to what they are saying, how they are feeling. They will appreciate it and so will you. Step away from your screen, and unplug the day.
Unplug the Day will be a new series on my page.
It’s one that I am really looking forward to. I will discuss new places I explore, hikes I go on, the new foods I try and the people I meet along the way; when I get out from behind my computer screen and enjoy the world around me. Now a disclaimer, I will more than likely snap a picture or two for the blog post but after that it will be put away and I will be a part of the moment. I am using this as a way to change how I feel about my everyday life. To start participating in life, not just letting it happen around me.
Changes are on their way.
For the last couple months, I’ve been working more on the behind the scenes of my blog. I’m deciding what I want it to become. One of my goals this year is to find a focus for my writing. I know….. what?? Me??? A major part of my plan is to play around with new weekly and monthly themes for my posts, so please keep checking back. I will be back to my normal posting schedule next week!
Remember, unplug the day and step away from the screen! #UnplugTheDay
Incase you need a reason to Unplug, National Day of Unplugging is March 4-5!
Visit the site and take the pledge! Let everyone know why you unplug! The event was inspired by the Jewish tradition of honoring the Sabbath but it is open to all.
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By Michelle Cartwright Soverino
This morning on Commercial Wharf a group of Student Mariners set sail aboard Tall Ship Lynx on the first overnight Sea of Opportunities sail of 2019. Launched in 2014, Student Mariner sails have become an integral offering of Egan's maritime education program. The students learn and work alongside Lynx's crew, while also learning about navigation and boating safety from Egan's onboard educator, Evan Schwanfelder.
After boarding the ship and meeting the crew, the Student Mariners enjoyed an in-depth safety briefing, toured the ship, and reviewed their role and the order of command that will inform their time on Lynx. Soon after, they were making their way out of Nantucket Harbor and into the Sound, to then begin their sail to Vineyard Haven.
While under sail, Student Mariners learn the role of a crew member and how to handle and manage the sails and ropes. Team work, self confidence, comfort speaking and giving directions, while also taking orders--all are part of their transformative experience.
Tall Ship Lynx has been a dedicated partner since the student overnight sails began in 2014. With a mission rooted in education, Lynx is an ideal ship to send Nantucket students on to learn about sailing while also connecting to their island home's vast seafaring heritage.
Thanks to the loyal support of Egan Maritime's members and donors, the sails are offered free of charge and students are asked to submit an application to be considered for one of the sails. In 2019, twelve students will participate. Eight middle school students will take part in two overnight sails, and four high school students will enjoy a five-day sail.
To learn more about Egan Maritime's education offerings, click here.
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A concussion is a common type of brain injury most often caused by a direct blow to the head or sudden head movement that causes temporary brain malfunction. When the head is hit unexpectedly, the brain can move and hit the skull, affecting memory, judgment, reflexes, speech, balance and coordination. A concussion may also be caused by a sports related injury, a motor vehicle accident or from being violently shaken. Most concussions are considered mild injuries, and people usually fully recover from this condition.
Symptoms Of Concussion
Patients with a concussion may experience symptoms that last for days or even weeks that may include:
- Loss of consciousness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Slurred speech
- Sensitivity to light
Some people may not even be aware that they have a concussion, or may not develop symptoms until several hours or days after the injury. A concussion may lead to bleeding in the brain, which can be a serious and fatal condition. It is extremely important to seek medical attention if a concussion is suspected after an injury.
Diagnosis Of A Concussion
A physical examination and review of all symptoms may assist a doctor in diagnosing a concussion. A neurological evaluation is performed to check vision, hearing, balance, coordination and reflexes. Cognitive testing may also be performed to evaluate memory and concentration. Additional diagnostic tests of brain function may include:
- MRI scan
- CT scan
After a concussion, doctors may be concerned with the severity of the condition and if any internal bleeding or swelling has occurred.
Treatment Of A Concussion
The most common treatment for a concussion is rest. Patients may be advised to refrain from sports or physical activity for one to two weeks after the concussion. The exact amount of time is determined by the physician. Headaches related to a concussion may be treated with acetaminophen. It is important that patients have fully recovered before resuming sports and other physical activity, as they are at a higher risk of developing a second concussion.
The risk of a concussion may be reduced by practicing safety at all times, including wearing a seat belt in the car, wearing a helmet during certain activities, and using appropriate protective gear when participating in sports.
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A guide to publishing content with confidence
GIS guru Simon Jackson joins Ta and Josh to explore the art of sharing intuitive, targeted mapping products with the web GIS world. Rather than hitting 'publish' and hoping for the best, follow Simon's three simple steps to improve data management, maintain security and accelerate delivery to end-users.
Ensure you always share the right information with the right people by asking yourself these four simple questions.
Effectively share spatial information across your organisation with easy-to-navigate and fast-loading layers.
Learn about the two main types of hosted layers, how storage mechanisms affect their use and how to control who can edit data.
Follow this end-to-end guide to effectively sharing scenes, services, layers and maps with your target audiences.
Explore this comprehensive white paper on data storage and management infrastructure for your ArcGIS deployment.
There are a range of approaches to publishing services across organisations - find what works for you.
Snappy maps from Simon Jackson
Explore this map of Victoria showing where languages other than English are spoken at home, built using 2016 Census data.
Simon shares the latest Esri basemap updates fed by authoritative datasets from BOM, VIC DELWP, DCS, DNRME and more.
Attention spans are measured in milliseconds - so make sure your maps and apps meet the need for speed with Wayne, Josh and Rylea's best practice tips.
- Click to view the episode transcript
Sharing top-shelf maps and apps
Ta: Now if you're adding data in shape file format to a map, then you get an option to generalise polygons as the data is added, that can be the difference between a snappy web map and a slug if your shape file is laden with vertices.
Disclaimer: This podcast is brought to you by the team at Esri Australia. To get your hands on more short, sharp, and immediately usable resources, head to the Esri Australia website, and search for goldmine.
Ta: Welcome to GIS Directions. I'm Ta Taneka
Josh: I'm Josh Venman.
Ta: Now this week, we're joined by guest host, GIS guru, amazing colleague and friend Simon Jackson, as Wayne is off working on an exciting project, which I'm sure we'll all hear about in due course. So welcome to the madhouse Simon.
Simon: Thank you Ta, it's an honour to be here.
Ta: Now today's topic is one we're all familiar with professionally.
And as a new mum, I'm getting more acquainted with this personally and that's sharing. Yay. Now we're all taught to play nice and share our toys in Kindy. But do these early skills really translate to web GIS? Now, what are the secrets to creating, publishing and sharing great content in a web GIS world?
Josh: Good question. ArcGIS whether, it's ArcGIS Enterprise or Online makes it really simple to do those things. But, it's not just pressing buttons, there's an art to this process.
Simon: True. And that art element is what we're going to explore in this episode. how to level up your web GIS publishing skills, and really make a difference with your web GIS content.
And I'll kick things off with an overarching design principle that's so vitally important and that's considering your target audience. Now this has been true since the earliest days of cartographic map design. And it's no different today. Who is your information for, what is their level of understanding of the subject, and what's the actual message that you're trying to convey to them?
Ta: And actually, if you follow that one principle, then good things tend to follow because if you do understand your audience well, you're much more likely to create a well-targeted, effective, easy to use information product.
And the trick is to take the time to do that rather than just hit the publish button and hope for the best.
Josh: Totally agree with that. And there's a whole accessibility angle on that too, which we've talked about in previous episodes. I know Wayne's really keen on that. But let's dig a bit deeper and talk about the three steps in going from raw geospatial data to a published web map or, even a web app, creating, publishing and sharing.
Ta: I'll kick things off with step one and that's to create. Now, this is where you're assembling the layers that make up your map and deciding on how you're going to present them to deliver the intended message. Now, an area where people often go wrong here is overloading the map. And we've seen this time and time again.
Now that could mean several things. It could be too many layers which really spells confusion for the intended user, or layers that are too complex or busy and they obscure the message. Or layers that are just too slow for the intended use. And that's one of the biggest things that we've come across is performance.
Simon: Yeah, Ta this first step is critical. authoring decisions made at this point can really have a major impact downstream, taking a layer where the data does not change much, but the user needs to see a large number of features.
Adding this as a feature layer to a web map, that's going to be used by many users will likely lead to performance problems. Now, a good tip here would be to consider publishing a hosted map image layer off the back of that hosted feature layer, or even using vector tiles as an alternative. Now that first tip might seem a little strange, but it is a really good one to know, publish your map as a hosted feature layer.
Then add that feature layer back into Pro, maybe apply some fancy symbology if that's what you need, then publish it again, as a map image layer. You then have the benefits of using that feature layer if you need it. But also, the map image layer to accelerate the delivery of that map to those end users.
Josh: That really is good tip. I've used that myself and you definitely wouldn't stumble on it by accident. Would you? We'll, we'll make sure we include the link to the documentation on how to do that, cause that's absolutely gold. I'm going to throw in another one on creation that's to consider the simplest most efficient way of storing the data that actually sits behind your map.
So you might think of an enterprise geodatabase or data in the Portal's Relational Data Store as part of a hosted feature layer. But if you had a really small amount of data, just say a handful of points or even a couple of a hundred points, you could think about doing it in a slightly different way. And that's using a feature collection and you can really turbo boost the performance of your map that way. In that scenario, the data gets stored in the web map itself rather than outside in some kind of data store.
And the best example I can kind of relate to on this one is, you know, when you drag and drop a CSV file or a GPX file, it's the kind of classic web GIS demo and magically the points appear on the map, that's what's happening there. By default, that data gets jammed into a feature collection of a web map and get stored with a web map and a little work really fast. Now, of course, if you want to edit the data and you want to do fancy things with it, then it's not going to be the solution to the problem, but it sure is fast.
Ta: Now, one final thing from me on step one in creating and building on what Josh just described. Now if you're adding data in shape file format to a map, again, for smaller amounts of data, then you get an option to generalise polygons as the data is added. Now, this is really a game changer because that can be the difference between a snappy web map and a slug if your shape file is laden with vertices.
Simon: Yeah, that's a great one. I've seen so many times when you take a boundary, like a coastline or a statistical area boundary, that's really complex, and a lot of the time when you zoom in, you're never going to need that level of detail.
Ta: Mmm, absolutely.
Josh: Yeah. And it kind of often is driven by what the authoritative data set defines. So like if you download ABS data, it has all the detail because that's the data they have but do you need it is the question?
Simon: All right. So step one. You've got a map that's a thing of beauty and we've optimised it as best as we can for performance. What do we now need to consider for step two? And that's the publishing process?
Josh: Yeah. Look, first up, I'd say, take a breath, pause and consider where your data's gonna end up. I've come across quite a few scenarios in my time where a web map that's been out there for a long-time using services from the organisation's ArcGIS Enterprise comes up on the radar, not in a good way because the data appears to be stale.
And when folks go and try and explore how to refresh that data, they actually don't know where it's coming from. It just kind of came from ArcGIS. And a common scenario that leads to that is when someone said yes to the simple question, "copy data to server?" When they go through the publishing process. And if you do that what can often happen is it will get shunted into a file geodatabase on the ArcGIS server, in a specific folder, and it'll work, but it'll kind of be lost forever. So that's a really important one is to think about exactly where the data is going to end up when you hit that publish button.
Ta: Absolutely the old, "where is my data stored?" Mystery. Now it can get pretty complex, but if we focus on the features side of this, so your points, your lines and polygons, then the question to ask is, is the data in this map from a source that's only on my machine or one that's in a shared location, like Josh said, in an enterprise geodatabase.
Now, if it's only on your machine, then if you're going to make your map available to the masses, you're going to have to put it somewhere that's shared. The typical target in this case would have to be your data pushed to the portal as a hosted feature layer, where it ends up in the relational data store.
And on the other hand, if the data you're using is say from an enterprise geodatabase then you definitely don't want to create another copy of it. In that case, you want to use a registered data store, a bookmark, if you like to the shared data location. And it tells Pro to just use the data where it already resides.
Simon: Yeah. And a good tip for GIS admins, you can actually make your experience for the ArcGIS Pro publishers a lot easier by preregistering your enterprise geodatabase in your portal as a data store item. By doing this, it'll actually show up automatically at the publication time. There's a great white paper that we'll include a link on the website that explains the differences between these user managed data stores with enterprise geodatabases. And these ArcGIS managed data sources such as the ArcGIS relational data store.
Josh: That really is a good document., I've referred people to that many times cause it's, a, a source of great confusion. All right. So, steps one and two complete, we've got a web map and it ticks all the boxes, it's getting data from the right location. But at this point it's likely only visible to you, the person who published it. And that's by design. it's your decision as to who you share it to. Default sees you as the only person who can access it until you choose to share it more broadly.
So, what wisdom can we collectively offer at this point? How can we share with confidence?
Ta: Well I'll jump in here, first word of caution on how caring and sharing you are. Now, depending on the way your Enterprise or ArcGIS Online organisation is set up, as well as your user privileges, you may have the power to share to everyone.
Now, if that's the case, then probably you're trusted to wield that power responsibly. But always stop and think before you do that, since ‘’everyone’ means your entire organisation in the case of Enterprise and literally the whole internet, in the case of ArcGIS Online. You don't want to go viral in a bad way.
Now call me cautious if you like, but my tip is, make sure that capability isn't enabled by default for all users. Now you can make sure the right people have the right privileges using custom roles. And groups here are your best friend in making sure the right people see the right content when it's time to share.
Josh: Hey Si, I'm going to jump in here, mate, because I think you've got a hot tip off the back of that, what's that tool that people can use to analyse their ArcGIS Online organisation that picks up that setting and, and a whole bunch of other useful stuff?
Simon: There's a partner tool from GEO Jobe that allows you to sort of see all of the dependencies on items, sort of work out, when you share this, uh, who's it going to be shared with? Is that the one you're talking about?
Josh: That's a great one, but there's also like a security scan tool isn't there?
Simon: That's a brilliant one. Yeah. The security advisor tool under trusted ArcGIS, yeah. I highly recommend running that one.
Josh: Yeah, that’s it.
Simon: I've definitely learned the hard way of accidentally sharing content to everyone and, sometimes the wrong types of data getting out. It's one of those things you should apply at the role level. Another one that catches people out, including myself quite frequently is just understanding that items depend on other items.
So you can have a web map and you've added some layers to it and you share the map, but you might not have shared the layers and this isn't gonna work, a user when they hit that map, they're going to be challenged to login because one of the corresponding layers hasn't been given access to them. look, ArcGIS is pretty good at telling you when this is the case and saying, well, look, if you're trying to share this map, do you also want to share the layers in the same way, but this is also a good moment just to take a breath and sort of work out well, do you want to share those layers in the same way?
Maybe they've got editor writes on them. A nice way of getting around this is actually instead of sharing the hosted feature data, creating what we call hosted feature layer views. Now these allow you to have different views of that underlying hosted feature data, but maybe with, without those editor permissions or filtered down to particular areas or filtering out some of the fields that might be confidential. And then you can share the map and these views with relevant audience without having to worry.
Ta: Very nice.
Josh: That is a good one. And am I right in saying you can have multiple views on the same data, if you want to have different spins on it?
Simon: That's right? Yeah. So, you can have different views with different audiences in mind.
Josh: A final one for me and don't yawn, but it's around metadata. Don't tune out! I know, it's not the most exciting thing to talk about, but what's the point in going through all this kind of due diligence, all these best practice steps we talked about to get your web map or app just right. And then nobody can find it. So, discovery is important.
If you wanted to, if your organisation goes down this path, you can actually implement kind of full traditional metadata, ISO ANZLIC-like metadata in your web GIS if you want, but I'd say if you just follow the basic minimum of giving your item a good title, consistent tags and a meaningful summary, then your work of art is going to be easily discoverable and we could do a whole episode on this, but maybe another time!
Simon: A whole episode. I mean, Meta data is such an important topic, but, uh, it's also quite a boring topic!
Ta: I would leave this at the good old TOSLA so title, orientation, scale, legend, blah, blah, blah. That's where I'd leave it.
Josh: All right, on that note, let's wrap it up for today. As always, we'll make sure we include links to everything we've discussed today on the website so you can dig deeper and that's gisdirectionspodcast.com.au.
Ta: And we'd love to hear anything publishing and all publishing tips from you guys. So jump onto the website to send them through, or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter.
Josh: Thanks for joining, us until next time.
Simon: And as Wayne would say, stay spatial!
Ta: Happy mapping (and publishing).
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts, and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of Esri Australia.
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The animation in the teachers note: the hash in the browser's URL does not change when clicking the eat button.
In the video explanation of the pseudo class :target, when the buttons are clicked for the different columns the url changes, however this is not the case in the animation link provided in the teachers notes. Why is that?
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That example uses codepen, which simulates the environment within a frame on the page. Your browser's URL always points to the codepen page, even when the contents of the frame change.
If you copy the code to a workspace and use that instead of codepen, you'll see the behavior you are expecting.
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EXCLUSIVE: Anonymous Content optioned both life rights and a book written by Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, the pediatrician whose groundbreaking research revealed that an entire generation of children were exposed to unsafe levels of lead in Flint, Michigan. The feature film will be written and directed by Cherien Dabis, and produced by Anonymous Content’s Michael Sugar and Rosalie Swedlin. The untitled book will be a dramatic first-hand account of the crisis that has inspired global outrage because underprivileged children were harmed due to scandalous neglect and indifference by bureaucrats that shocked the country. “This is not just the story of a Michigan city and its toxic water,” said Hanna-Attish, called Dr. Mona by most. “This is a personal story of how I, as an Iraqi-American immigrant, came to be a pediatrician in Flint and it is a story of science, medicine, justice, and democracy; of how they all intersect, and, ultimately, what we humans owe to each other. It is critically important to share the Flint story to spotlight that the crisis is ongoing and long-term support is still needed. My hope is that telling this story will also prevent anything like this from happening again, especially in a political environment that questions science and undermines environmental and public health protections.” Chris Jackson is helping Dr. Mona edit her book.
Dabis is producer of such series as Empire and Quantico and she direct Amreeka which won the FIPRESCI prize at Cannes’ Directors Fortnight. Sugar is one of the producers on Best Picture winning expose Spotlight, and Swedlin’s producing credits include Live From Baghdad. “This is a story of one woman’s perseverance to do what’s right in the face of unbelievable government deniability during what would become one of Michigan’s, and possibly the nation’s, biggest man-made health crises,” Swedlin said. “It is a story of how Dr. Mona, dubbed an ‘unfortunate researcher,’ risked her career standing up for what was initially a local issue but that ultimately grew to have national and global implications. Public health policy has been made better today because of what one woman dared to do that others would not.”
Said Dabis: “Like Dr. Mona, my father is a pediatrician. Because of him, I’ve always had a keen interest in public health and medicine. When I read about Dr. Mona and the incredible work she’s done to expose the water crisis and her crusade on behalf of the people of Flint, it hit me on a deep and personal level. Her courage, compassion and sheer determination to fight for this cause enlivens a fire in all of us, and it’s this spirit that will guide the film’s journey.”
Publishing film rights to Dr. Mona’s upcoming book — published in April 2018 by Penguin Random House imprint One World — were represented by WME. Dabis is represented by WME, Peikoff Mahan, and Anonymous Content.
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Bubbles 3 is a bubble shooter game designed by Agames. The aim of the game is to clear away as many bubbles as you can. The player can shoot bubbles into the air with the bubble cannon. The bubbles will stick to each other, but if the player creates a cluster of three or more bubbles of the same color, the bubbles will pop and vanish. If the player fails to match three or more bubbles by color, a bubble will vanish from the bottom left corner. When this row of bubbles is gone, new bubbles will appear from the top. If the bubbles reach the bottom of the screen, the player loses the game.
How to play Bubbles 3?
The player can use the mouse to aim the bubble cannon, and tap to shoot. If using a touchscreen, the player can use their finger to aim and shoot.
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Title:Confluence of AI,Machine,and Deep Learning in Cyber Forensics
by:Chamundeswari Arumugam,Sanjay Misra,Saraswathi S.,Suresh Jaganathan
pages 页数：248 pages
Publisher Finelybook 出版社：IGI Global
Release Finelybook 出版日期：2020-12-18
Developing a knowledge model helps to formalize the difficult task of analyzing crime incidents in addition to preserving and presenting the digital evidence for legal processing. The use of data analytics techniques to collect evidence assists forensic investigators in following the standard set of forensic procedures,techniques,and methods used for evidence collection and extraction. Varieties of data sources and information can be uniquely identified,physically isolated from the crime scene,protected,stored,and transmitted for investigation using AI techniques. With such large volumes of forensic data being processed,different deep learning techniques may be employed.
Confluence of AI,Machine,and Deep Learning in Cyber Forensics contains cutting-edge research on the latest AI techniques being used to design and build solutions that address prevailing issues in cyber forensics and that will support efficient and effective investigations. This book seeks to understand the value of the deep learning algorithm to handle evidence data as well as the usage of neural networks to analyze investigation data. Other themes that are explored include machine learning algorithms that allow machines to interact with the evidence,deep learning algorithms that can handle evidence acquisition and preservation,and techniques in both fields that allow for the analysis of huge amounts of data collected during a forensic investigation. This book is ideally intended for forensics experts,forensic investigators,cyber forensic practitioners,researchers,academicians,and students interested in cyber forensics,computer science and engineering,information technology,and electronics and communication
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We pride ourselves on solely promoting independent eyewear and just “Ignore” the big-box brands while empowering passionate designers. But to ignore the passing of such an iconic visionair as Leonardo del Vecchio, is something we just cannot do.
Leo and I met 20 years ago, and even though we did not always see eye to eye, I was intrigued by his story of how he grew from an orphan into a conglomerate leader, and the impact he had on our industry. So it did make me very sad to hear that this optical icon had left us at the age of 87.
Born on May 22, 1935, Del Vecchio grew up poor in war-torn Milan. Unable to care for her son, his mother, widowed just months before he was born, sent him to an orphanage when he was seven. He began working as an apprentice to a tool and dye manufacturer in Milan when he was 14.
In the 1960s Del Vecchio moved to set up his own shop in the town of Agordo, in the Italian Alps north of Venice, from where his small supplier of eyeglass frame parts transformed into the global leader in optical, Luxottica. Del Vecchio grew Luxottica to become a leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of some of the biggest name brands in eyewear, including Ray-Ban, Oakley, Vogue Eyewear, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Arnette, Costa del Mar, and Alain Mikli, as well as licensed brands including Giorgio Armani, Burberry, Bulgari, Chanel, Coach, Dolce&Gabbana, Ferrari, Michael Kors, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co., Valentino, and Versace.
Del Vecchio was constantly making deals and growing Luxottica, eventually merging his company with lens giant Essilor to become EssilorLuxottica forming an eyewear leviathan with a market capitalization of about 57 billion euros.
We salute this optical pioneer, and although we do not salute the path that his company has taken, and the effect it has on independent designers and independent boutiques, we are grateful for the fact that he was the true pioneer to take eyewear out of the zone of a medical necessity and into the zone of a true fashion accessory! Rest in peace Cavaliere!
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Introduction and monitoring the situation
"Build it and they will come", as the saying goes, and this mantra is repeated to many companies that have built websites. However, for some, a website can become too successful and groan under the weight of traffic.
This sounds like a nice problem to have, but if it means your customers are having a poor experience when the servers can't cope, action is necessary.
"While large traffic spikes are something most website owners don't need to worry about, it can and does happen - such as after a successful newsletter, popular article or viral video," says Karl Mendez, managing director at CWCS Managed Hosting.
"However, if a web server is overloaded and causes temporary disruption, it can do more harm than good for business. After all, online users expect websites to load quickly and, if they don't, they'll (more likely than not) go elsewhere."
This strain can happen around holiday time or other special events. The run-up to Christmas is an obvious example but other times of year can catch out website owners.
"Popular consumer events such as Black Friday are a prime example of when retail websites that see too much success in one go struggle to manage," says John Beechen, head of managed services at Salmon.
"As a result, websites can experience outages, slow browsing due to degradation in site loading times, and on retail sites queues that are implemented to cope with the high volumes can cause frustration for customers."
Monitoring the situation
It is all too easy to blame lots of users, but often problems are caused by not addressing issues before they manifest as the traffic increases.
Paul Griffiths, technical director at Riverbed Technology, says that website failures are often a result of a number of network performance issues, such as poor change management or simply lack of capacity on the hosting platform.
"If a company doesn't have the monitoring and diagnostics systems in place to detect where the issues lie, it can take much longer to resolve and have the website back online as normal," he says.
In today's competitive environment, it's vital for a digital business to ensure that its website can scale in-line with the company's growth, or the firm can quickly become a victim of its own success. There are a number of key steps that businesses can take in order to do so, according to Michael Allen, Solutions vice president at Dynatrace.
"Load testing is key amongst these measures, enabling businesses to see how the website will perform under heavy traffic before it hits," he says.
This is becoming critical, as research has shown that application delays and failures during high demand periods directly affect revenue and brand reputation - 75% of all smartphone/tablet users will abandon a mobile site or app that is buggy, slow or prone to crashes, whilst 42% will complain on social media about a poor online experience.
"However, it's also important to continuously monitor website performance and maintain real-time visibility into the end-user experience. This will enable businesses to intervene in the event that users begin to experience difficulties, reducing abandonment rates and potentially lost revenues," adds Allen.Capacity and the cloud
Another way for firms to ensure their websites are up to the job is by the use of capacity planning tools that help in preparation for peaks and troughs in demand on designated national shopping days such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
"Add in the layers of complexity driven by mobile consumers, and many organisations are finding that applying advanced operational analytics to their capacity planning - using real data as the basis for building contingency plans - gives them the confidence needed when making fundamental decisions to support peaks in demand," says Peter Duffy, CTO at Sumerian.
Duffy says there is no reason why companies and customers alike should continue to suffer due to outages caused by poor IT capacity planning.
"Companies need to be ready to support growth, and in the age of online retailing, that all begins with knowing exactly what capacity headroom they have available, and having the ability to model different scenarios of increased demand on existing and hypothetical infrastructure. This enables them to know exactly how much traffic they will be able to cope with, and plan accordingly," he says.
Clouding the issue
Mendez says that some firms should take advantage of cloud load balancing. He says this enables traffic to be distributed across multiple virtual cloud servers that are within the same data centre, or across multiple data centres for additional redundancy. "A load balanced cloud means web hosting can be extremely robust and flexible, increasing the reliability - and therefore the user experience - even as a website grows."
Another way to avoid putting pressure on the system is to let someone else take the heat and use a content delivery network (CDN), with queuing systems being used like a safety valve.
"These redirect visitors to a third-party website until the main site has the capacity to deal with them," says Alex Painter, website performance consultant for NCC Group. "Instead of a blank screen or error message, visitors get meaningful feedback while they wait. This is good for delivering a relatively seamless experience and also reduces the extent to which traffic problems are exacerbated by frustrated users hitting the refresh button."
Some outages are inevitable, but if a business takes steps to test and optimise its site, the firm can at least take some comfort in the knowledge that it wasn't the architect of its own demise.
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It’s important to understand the data. For longitudinal analyses it may be helpful visualise the individual trajectories. A more detailed overview of the rational behind this be found in Ghisletta and McArdle (2012) or Chapter 2 in Grimm, Ram, and Estabrook (2017). Most basic (and advanced) plots can be done relatively easily using already existing R packages. THe plotting functions of the
lcsm package actually build on function from other packages. I’ll show some examples illustrating how to visualise longitudinal data using the R package
ggplot2 (Wickham 2016). The function
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lcsm R package builds on
ggplot2 to make it a little easier to visualize individual trajectories.
I’ll show how to visualise 6 repeated measurements from the data set
data_bi_lcsm from this package.
When working with repeated measures I like to create a vector of the variables so I don’t have to type the names again and again, but this really needed and everything would also work without doing this.
The repeated measurements need to be in “long” format when using
ggplot2 for plotting. Note that this is different to the data structure needed for
lavaan, so the same data can’t just be used for plotting without restructuring -
lavaan expects the data to be in “wide” format.
I’ll show how to transform the data anyway because the plotting function
plot_trajectories() is limited and other plots may be more appropriate. Fortunately, this is a relatively straightforward to do, my favourite function to do this is
pivot_longer() from the
tidyr package. Next, to get the correct order of repeated measures the time variable needs to be ordered in the correct order. R know how to order numbers but only if the variable is actually numeric. If you’re using variable names that also include letters R might get confused and get the order wrong. Imagine you have four repeated measurements, week 1 to 3 and week 10 and the following variable names:
w10. R will get this order wrong and thinks that
w1 is followed by
w10 and then
w3. To avoid this there are a couple options, I usually do one of the two:
factor()function from base R
# Create long data set data_long <- data_bi_lcsm %>% select("id", all_of(x_var_list)) %>% # Pivot data long pivot_longer(cols = all_of(x_var_list), names_to = "time", values_to = "value") %>% mutate( # Extract number from time variable time = str_extract(time, "\\d+"), # At the moment the numbers in the time are 'characters' # So here it gets transformed to a numeric value time = factor(as.numeric(time)) )
These data manipulations are necessary for plotting longitudinal data in R and the
plot_trajectories() function from this package is doing this transformation automatically in the background.
# Create violin plot with outliers in colour blue # Also add boxplot ggplot(data_long, aes(time, value)) + geom_violin() + geom_boxplot(width = 0.1, outlier.colour = "blue") + theme_classic() #> Warning: Removed 154 rows containing non-finite values (stat_ydensity). #> Warning: Removed 154 rows containing non-finite values (stat_boxplot).
While the violin plot focuses on more on the overall distribution, the following plots highlight the individual trajectories for each case in the data. Longitudinal data can be visualised using the
plot_trajectories() function from the
lcsm package. Here only 1.8% of the data is visualised using the argument
random_sample_frac = 0.018. Only consecutive measures are connected by lines as specified in
connect_missing = FALSE.
# Create longitudinal plot for construct x # Select ransom 1.8% of the sample plot_trajectories(data = data_bi_lcsm, id_var = "id", var_list = x_var_list, xlab = "Time", ylab = "Value", connect_missing = FALSE, random_sample_frac = 0.018, title_n = TRUE) #> Warning: Removed 1 row(s) containing missing values (geom_path). #> Warning: Removed 4 rows containing missing values (geom_point).
# Create plot for construct x # Add facet_wrap() function from ggplot2 plot_trajectories(data = data_bi_lcsm, id_var = "id", var_list = x_var_list, xlab = "Time", ylab = "Value", connect_missing = F, random_sample_frac = 0.018, title_n = T) + facet_wrap(~id) #> Warning: Removed 1 row(s) containing missing values (geom_path). #> Warning: Removed 4 rows containing missing values (geom_point).
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This article on the website MediaPost.com reports the unsurprising (at least to anyone who is not in advertising) common-sense that, “seventy-eight percent of consumers say they trust other consumers’ recommendations over all advertising/marketing avenues.” In reality, if the question were posed like this: “Who do you believe more, a friend or an ad?” the survey would reveal that 100% of people trust other people more than ads. (The word consumer is a term only marketers use to describe human beings.)
But that’s not my point.
My point is related to the headline of the story: “Nielsen: Word-of-Mouth Most Valuable Ad Platform.” My point is this: “Word-of-mouth” — is NOT an advertising platform.
It’s a long-term commitment to engaging with, collaborating with and joining in conversations with human beings.
Unlike advertising, it can’t be constrained to a single page or spread or time-slot or three-week “buy.”
Anything that works 78% (or 100%) of the time is never that easy.
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For the first time since March 2020, Canada has opened up its border with the US. However, only vaccinated Americans will be allowed into the country, and a handy app will be used to track Americans. Adding in the number of companies requiring vaccine mandates or else potentially losing their job, corporate America is essentially creating a legal requirement for Covid vaccines, something that would face harsher scrutiny if a government did it.
This separation between those who have the vaccine and those who don’t – whether for personal, medical, or religious reasons, could potentially create economic drags on the economy. And corporate profits could be impacted by the cost of ongoing monitoring and compliance, to say nothing of any legal issues that could drag a company into court.
Now here’s the rest of the news:
Market In the “Biggest Bubble of My Career,” All-Star Investor Rich Bernstein Warns –Howard Schneider,Reuters
An Institutional Investor Hall of Famer recommends assets resistant to a high-inflation environment. “That would lead you most towards commodities, towards materials…” [Read Here]
August 10, 2020
While Congress couldn’t come together on another stimulus bill, it appears that the market is taking a measure of patience as Friday’s jobs numbers surprised with 1.76 million jobs added and a 10.3% unemployment rate.
The fact the S&P 500 is nearing an all-time high with a 10.3% unemployment rate and over a 30% decline in earnings for the S&P 500 is incredible. The only question is how long the patience will last.
Here is the rest of the story:
Fiverr Soars as Gig Economy Explodes –Jim Pearce
Of all the companies to become unexpected beneficiaries of the coronavirus pandemic, perhaps none is more surprising than Fiverr International (NYSE: FVRR). If you’ve never heard of Fiverr, that’s understandable. The company is based in Israel and provides an online marketplace for independent contractors to find work. Fiverr went public in June 2019 at $21 per share. After shooting above $44 during its first week of trading, FVRR spent the remainder of last year beneath $30. Last week, FVRR traded above $124 for a gain of more than 400% this year!
People don’t think much. They make snap decisions.
So let’s take another look at our presentations.
Are they even needed for small decisions?
Can we make them shorter?
Sustainable Rally or … House of Cards?
To understand why stocks have rallied despite economic catastrophe, I delved last night into one of my favorite financial books. I came across this illuminating quote, which I want to share with you:
“The problem is, the money investors take out of the system is coming from other investors who are putting money into the system, and the stock market is just a system that shuffles cash between investors. It is a system where current investors’ profits are strictly dependent on the inflow of money from new investors. And, such a system is also known as a ‘Ponzi scheme.’ “
The quote comes from The Ponzi Factor: The Simple Truth About Investment Profits(2018), written by economist Tan Liu. Do those words describe the rally since late March?
Ponzi schemes collapse when it becomes difficult to attract new investors or when a significant number of investors ask to cash out. It remains my contention that a lot of investors are about to flee the market, causing the pyramid of cards to come tumbling down. It’s difficult to come to any other conclusion, when severe recession, high unemployment, negative corporate earnings growth, political paralysis, and a raging pandemic are all taken into account.
August 10, 2019
Epic Games hosted a giant World Cup event for its popular game Fortnite. 100 players from around the world have were flown into New York City to compete. Top Prize … A cool $3M.
And to think of all the millions of parents in the 1980’s and 1990’s who warned their children that video games wouldn’t pay the bills.
Video games are a big business. A triple-A title can cost up to $100M to make, including market costs – but can still make many times that return – gamers can make a bundle too. Unlike the passiveness of a movie going experience … a sector that for many years has brought in far less revenue.
Guess then … it is game on! 😉
August 10, 2018
It’s been nearly seven years since Steve Jobs died on Oct. 5, 2011, at the age of 56 after a years-long fight with cancer. I will never forget him saying: “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work.”
August 10, 2017
One of the greatest lies ever perpetrated by online marketers selling traffic training products is that there is “free traffic.” There’s not. If there’s no financial outlay, but you spend hours of your time implementing the strategy, that’s a cost because your time has value. Ray Higdon may have said it best, “Free is never free.” While building a business, one of the most important questions you must ask yourself is, “How much is my time worth?”
Same with video marketing. To make videos that actually get a lot of views, you need to make good videos. They always need to be highly informative and/or entertaining. Good videos can be made fast — but they still take time to make. You will either pay someone to do it, or pay someone to teach you how to do it. I think at this stage, we’ll both agree that it’s not exactly free.
So I will come back to the beginning of our conversation — your ONLY plan when starting out should be to make your very first sales and bring in cash as soon as possible.
You can’t save your way to making a fortune in business. It’s that simple — once you consistently show profits — it’s then wise to use a percentage of those profits to reinvest in your business, and therefore, enlarge your cashflow and increase your profits.
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Guest Water Blog By Carol Newman Cronin and Susan Shingledecker
From The Paddler's Point Of View
With stand-up paddleboarding getting more popular by the day, how can paddlers and boaters safely navigate around each other? Let's learn from both sides. First up, our paddleboarder, Carol Newman Cronin.
Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) can be like fiberglass gnats: unpredictable and hard to spot. Beginners, especially, need to paddle defensively, which means avoiding congested areas until you can reliably control your own board. It takes time to develop the skills and strength needed to maintain a stable speed and direction. Until you do, the best place to learn is somewhere away from boating traffic. Once you're confident in your board-handling skills, the key to defensive paddling is to take responsibility for getting out of the other guy's way. Here are some specific tips:
Anticipate interactions.You'll see other boats coming before they see you. Don't wait for them to alter course. With enough lead time, you can get out of someone's way, even if you have to paddle perpendicular to your planned route to do so.
Make your intentions clear.SUPs can seem erratic in direction. Hold a steady course and, if necessary, use hand signals: Point to your chest first, then hold your arm or paddle out in the direction you intend to go. (Repeat these gestures a few times.)
Avoid the channel.Most harbors have a clearly marked route for larger boats to pass through the anchorage. Paddleboarders, please don't use this. If you have to navigate in the channel, hug the starboard side.
Cross traffic efficiently.Take the shortest route possible across a traffic lane (usually perpendicular to traffic). It's often hard for other boaters to figure out where you're heading, so do your best to maintain a steady pace and direction.
Can You See Me Now?
SUPs are hard to see from any distance. Freeboard is the biggest factor in boat visibility, and even boards with really thick rails have only around 6 inches of it. You may feel quite tall, and your board might be bright red when you look down at it, but from a quarter mile away, your profile will blend in with the background — even against an open horizon. Here are two ways you can increase the chances of being seen:
Wear bright colors, especially on your torso and head. Sometimes the only difference between a too-close encounter and safely passing port to port is the quick eye-catching "What's that red thing?" question from the boat coming at you and the second look its operator might take as a result.
Be flashy.On sunny days, the most visible part of a distant SUP is the reflection off a shiny paddle blade or handle, the same way the windshield of a boat too far away to see can flash as bright as a strobe. Consciously "flashing" your paddle at an oncoming boat will help draw attention to your location.
Safety, Visibility, And Rules
SUPs are defined by U.S. Coast Guard rules as "vessels" outside a surf zone, so paddlers are required to carry or wear a life jacket and a signaling device (whistle in daylight, flashlight after dark). Other smart ideas:
Wear a leash at all times.If there's any wind, your board will blow downwind faster than you can swim.
Add an "if found" sticker on your board(if available in your area). Otherwise, write your contact info on the board — not just to help find it if you lose it, but to track you down if your board is discovered floating without you.
Consider painting one side of your blade international orangeso it can be used as an overhead sign of distress if needed.
Maneuverability — A Mixed Blessing
SUPs can turn, go straight, or come to a full stop very quickly, and they're almost never constrained by their draft. But this directional flexibility can tempt us to go places we shouldn't, like into marinas and empty slips. Doing so makes our next move quite hard to predict for a boat operator. By using our maneuverability to stay out of the way, rather than to explore places where larger vessels are trying to maneuver themselves, we'll minimize the chances of surprising or annoying their operators. More tips:
Stay away from casting areas.Like other boaters, shoreline fishermen may not see you until it's too late. I've had several anglers cast right across my bow, only to realize after the hook was in the water that I had to stop in my tracks to avoid running into their lines. If you can, paddle far enough away from the shoreline to avoid casting areas. Otherwise, call out to fishermen who look ready to cast right across your bow. Once they see you, most will wait until you're safely beyond the fishing area — or drop the tips of their rods so you can paddle over their lines.
Beware of blind spots.When paddling between moored boats, keep a sharp lookout for traffic. You and your board may be completely hidden from view.
When in doubt, use your whistle.Paddlers are required to carry a sound-signaling device. If another boat doesn't see you, blow your whistle. It's amazing how far a sharp piercing sound like that will carry.
Carol Newman Cronin paddleboards every day around busy Newport and Jamestown, Rhode Island. She's a writer, editor, and Olympic sailor.
From The Boater's Point Of View
Especially in areas with lots of SUP rentals, users may not be well versed in navigation rules. In order to share busy harbors, let's look at the sport from Susan Shingledecker's boating perspective.
On any given day, boaters can be faced with a minefield of commercial traffic, moored boats, kids sailing Optis, and flotillas of kayakers and stand-up paddleboarders. SUPs are considered vessels, so operators must follow the same navigation rules as other boats. For many, however, this may be their first time on the water, so for boaters, collision avoidance should supercede all other considerations. Here are a few tips for boaters to help us all share the water:
Move slowly in congested waters.Allow time for others to see you and vice versa.
Pay close attention when entering and exiting slips and fairways.Novice paddleboarders often like to stay close to docks for added security, making them difficult to see.
Assign a spotter.It's smart, especially when lots of paddlers are around, to assign a designated lookout stationed in an area of the boat that offers maximum visibility.
Expect the unexpected.Paddlers falling off their boards can happen easily.
Watch your wake.Being aware of our wake is always important, but even more so with SUPs around. Even a modest wake can send a paddler into the drink. Reduce speed whenever operating in congested waterways, especially near paddlers and SUPs.
Use clear signals to indicate your intentions.When making sudden changes of direction or crossing the path of paddlers, point to your chest first, then hold your arm out in the direction you intend to go. (Repeat a few times.)
Assess the skills of paddlers near you.Paddlers making strong strokes and good progress likely are more stable and predictable. Paddlers unsteady on their feet, sitting on boards, or making little progress may be inexperienced. Steer clear!
Look for light at night.While SUPs, kayaks, and other paddlecraft are required to carry appropriate lights for operating after dark, the assortment of lighting methods used varies from suction-mounted navigation lights to headlamps to glow sticks. Be suspect of any lights you see on the water at night.
Help others in distress.Especially in cooler temperatures, keep an eye out for paddlers and any other boaters who could be in distress. Many paddlers don't carry VHF radios or other signaling devices and have limited means of seeking assistance.
Susan Shingledecker, vice president of the nonprofit BoatUS Foundation, started boating on the Great Lakes and now enjoys exploring Chesapeake Bay with her family on their 28-foot sailboat.
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The Summer holidays are upon us! With temperatures rising and diaries quickly filling with exciting plans, we wanted to share 6 simple ways you can make your summer more sustainable.
1. Ditch the plastic
Single use plastics are rife in summer months, but they needn’t be!
- Purchase a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated on the go
- Bamboo cutlery sets are perfect for summer barbecues and picnics
- Whether you are quenching your thirst with a cocktail, or little ones are keeping refreshed using silicone straws, reusable straws are a perfect alternative
- Say no to single-use plastic bags and purchase one of our reusable tote bags. The perfect accessory to carry your new plastic-free kit!
2. Water conservation
Save water at home, at the office and even in your garden this summer. Small changes can have a big impact on the environment!
- By turning off the tap when brushing your teeth, you can save up to 35 litres of water a day!
- Instead of letting the tap run, opt for filling a jug with water and place it in the fridge until it reaches the perfect temperature
- While waiting for your shower or bath water to warm, collect water in a bucket and save it to water the plants in your garden
- Take time to fix leaky appliances around your home, such as toilets and taps
3. Consider green tourism for your summer vacation
Make your travelling even more sustainable with our handy ideas!
- Travel sustainably to your holiday destination such as via train or bus
- Swap a European trip for a British Staycation
- Research book swaps and toy hires for your trip to reduce wastage on products
- Wave goodbye to sun creams containing harsh chemicals that pollute our beaches, and instead opt for an eco-friendly alternative
4. Shop eco-friendly clothing for warmer weather
Our online shop is the perfect place to purchase sustainable summer essentials!
5. Food consumption
Challenge yourself to change your eating habits and make more sustainable consumption choices this summer.
- Explore local farmer’s markets to find fresh produce that is grown locally
- Host a meat-free barbie! Who doesn’t love a barbecue?! Go plant-based and experiment with delicious meat-free recipes
- Produce food for your family and friends by growing your own fruit and vegetables in the garden
- Re-use your leftovers! Get creative and make a sauce out of your leftover food, or simply save it for lunch the next day
6. Make sustainability part of your business
Being sustainable this summer needn’t stop at home. There are various cost-effective measures your business can take to encourage an environmentally conscious workplace.
- If your employees wear a uniform, why not purchase custom sustainable workwear? We specialise in the production of printed and embroidered workwear and uniforms, delivering to a wide spectrum of industries.
- Whether you are hosting an event or providing goodies for your staff, we provide eco-friendly merchandise to get your brand in front of those all-important prospects, whilst helping the environment
- Encourage sustainable commuting such as a cycling to work scheme, or walking to work step challenge
- Implement a recycling programme within your office and provide education on responsible waste management
We pride ourselves on being an award-winning, sustainable business not just this summer, but 365 days of the year! If you’d like to have a chat about how we can provide sustainable clothing for your business, please get in touch.
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Music program aims to prevent violence by teaching kids how to play violin
Hammer Band program began as a response to Toronto's Summer of the Gun
It was during a sleepless night in 2005, Toronto's Summer of the Gun, when musician Moshe Hammer decided he needed to do something about violence gripping the city.
"Everyday, it was in the news that kids were shooting each other," the Hungarian-born, world-renowned concert violinist said on a break from class at Firgrove Public School, near Jane Street and Finch Avenue West. "It was horrendous."
"It came to me that violence and violins are interchangeable, so I decide to turn one into the other."
By 2007, Hammer had founded The Hammer Band — a free program that teaches students how to play the violin or cello.
It started that year with 20 violins and 20 students, and now, the program has expanded to employ eight part-time instructors who teach about 1,000 students in more than 40 public schools in neighbourhoods deemed at-risk.
"Just because you live in a certain postal code, we still want you to have the same opportunities," he explains.
Program important for 'social, emotional well-being'
The classes are welcome at Firgrove, Principal Sukhwinder Buall said, especially because the school is lacking in extracurricular programming.
Buall said the program gives the students "strength" and helps to counter "negative stereotypes of our area" near Jane and Finch.
"They don't have access to those programs outside the school, and they're very important to our students for their social, emotional well-being," he told CBC Toronto.
Firgrove Vice Principal Darlene Jones is new to the school. When she first met Grade 4 student Jahmoi Francis, she said he had "some challenging times" in her class. But when she saw him in The Hammer Band program, she said it is was like seeing a new person.
"He was confident. He was proud," Jones remembered.
Francis took to the violin quickly and has decided he wants to be a musician when he grows up. He even checks on his teacher, Ms. Jones, when she doesn't make it to music class, making sure she's been practicing.
"I just feel he's become a leader. And Hammer Band has helped him become that," Jones said.
'It gets me really relaxed'
Hammer said he sees the everyday stress that children deal with these days, particularly due to the internet and social media, and he thinks music can soothe the soul.
Grade 5 student Chelsea Pokua has been playing violin with the program for two years.
"I love to play music. It gets me really relaxed," she said.
Hammer said music classes teach kids lasting lessons and helps to prepare them for high school and university by making sure they are on time for class. The classes also give the children the responsibility of caring for their instruments.
"When I see kids behaving better, when I see kids smiling, when I see kids less anxious, I feel I'm on cloud 95," Hammer said.
"I never get tired of seeing the first time a kid learns how to play Twinkle Little Star — those seven notes — and their eyes go, "I just played Twinkle Little Star!" That in itself is priceless."
With files from Ali Chiasson
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A winery situated in the Western Cape of South Africa suffered a devastating setback on Tuesday when a stand supporting a massive wine tank failed. What began as a single tank losing integrity quickly turned into a large-scale domino line, resulting in multiple wine tanks collapsing and substantial damage to the facility.
According to a statement released by Darling Cellars on Twitter the day after the “traumatic” explosion, “A wine tank holding 50,000 liters of wine collapsed when (we suspect) the stand keeping it upright caved in.” More tanks were damaged as a result of the initial collapse, but fortunately, no injuries occurred during the accident.
Since launching in 1948, Darling Cellars is known for producing a diverse range of wines, but no information was released regarding which varietals were affected. The winery utilizes a variety of stainless steel tanks, ranging from 5,000 to 54,000 liters.
Video and pictures of the incident on social media and in South African newspapers document the unfolding events. Red wine can be seen spraying from tanks and flooding out of concrete walls damaged during the destruction.
Wine lovers on social media kindly offered their assistance in cleaning up the mess, and many were more than willing to bring their own containers to help capture the approximately 335,000 glasses of wine lost in the chaos.
Darling Cellars is not the first winery to suffer such a setback. Back in 2018, a Prosecco winery explosion caused a loss of 30,000 liters of sparkling wine after a pressurized fermentation tank failed.
While we were all told not to cry over spilled milk, spilled wine is a different story altogether.
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“Windshield: A Vanished Vision” lands us in the 1930’s to reveal an intimate portrait of a patrician couple, a leading modern architect, and the story of the ill-fated house that they create. John Nicholas Brown's fascination with modernism, innovation and the rapidly-evolving American building scene spurs him to commission what he hopes will be a “distinguished monument in the history of architecture.” Brown and his wife Anne, herself a daring and eccentric figure, select the young and ambitious Richard Neutra to build them a house that they name “Windshield.” Through an enormously detailed correspondence, patron and architect discuss every detail of the house’s design and together pursue cutting-edge technology, much of which has only previously been used in commercial architecture. Then, just weeks after the Browns move in, tragedy strikes. “Windshield: A Vanished Vision” explores the pivotal impact of the house on Neutra’s career and takes us on a journey with a couple caught between the values of their upbringings and their evolving social ideals. Visually supported by John Nicholas Browns’ evocative home movies, the film features J. Carter Brown’s inspiring lecture about the summer house of his youth and voices of architectural historians such as Thomas S. Hines and Dietrich Neumann.
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With regards to Jonathan Brace’s letter (British Baker, April 27, pg 6), my book Bread Matters presents recent scientific research, which suggests that modern bread is based on wheat of declining nutritive value, processed in ways that make it less digestible than it could be.
This should be either refuted or confirmed by joint industry research into the effects of different baking ingredients and methods.
Until then, the attempt to mask industrial bread’s declining value by selective additions of synthetic nutrients is, at best, disingenuous. It verges on cynical manipulation when the mendacious notion of ’clean label’ is used to describe bread in which declared additives have been replaced by undeclared enzymes.
Legal it may be - for the time being - but ethical trading it most certainly is not to deny those most concerned with eating healthy food the truth about what is really in it.
I don’t dispute the industry’s efficiency and, having run a bakery for 25 years, I am well aware of market forces. With per capita bread consumption in long-term decline, suggesting reasons why modern bread doesn’t agree with so many people could hardly be called "scaremongering".
It is not "the whole milling and baking industry" that I criticise - simply its reluctance to deal honestly with disturbing evidence about its materials and techniques. Those who have nothing to hide have no need to be scared.
Andrew Whitley, Bread Matters, Cumbria
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1. Which of the following budgets allow for adjustments in activity levels?
A) Static Budget
B) Continuous Budget
C) Zero-Based Budget
D) Flexible Budget
2. McCabe Manufacturing Co.’s static budget at 8,000 units of production includes $40,000 for direct labor and $4,000 for electric power. Total fixed costs are $23,000. At 9,000 units of production, a flexible budget would show:
A) variable costs of $49,500 and $25,875 of fixed costs
B) variable costs of $44,000 and $23,000 of fixed costs
C) variable costs of $49,500 and $23,000 of fixed costs
D) variable and fixed costs totaling $75,375
solution: 40000+4000 = 44000 / 8000 = 5.50 x 9000 = 49,500 variable, fixed cost is the same
3. The production budgets are used to prepare which of the following budgets?
A) Operating expenses
B) Direct materials purchases, direct labor cost, factory overhead cost
C) Sales in dollars
D) Sales in units
4. Principal components of a master budget include which of the following?
A) Production budget
B) Sales budget
C) Capital expenditures budget
D) All of the above
5. The first budget customarily prepared as part of an entity’s master budget is the:
A) production budget
B) cash budget
C) sales budget
D) direct materials purchases
6. Pipe Fitters Co. has beginning inventory of 10,000 units. Sales are expected to be 30,000 units. The required ending inventory is 8,000 units. How many units must be produced?
7. Preparation of a cash budget takes all but which of the following into consideration?
A) Depreciation expense
B) Cash received from customers
C) Inventory payments
D) Payments to suppliers
8. Calculating fixed unit manufacturing costs results in
A) Constant unit costs as production increases
B) Constant unit costs as production decreases
C) Increasing unit costs as production increases
D) Increasing unit costs as production decreases
9. Which of the following is not a benefit of budgeting?
A) A budget communicates expected outcomes.
B) A budget assists in creating specific goals and objectives.
C) A budget establishes benchmarks to measure success.
D) A budget guarantees a net income for the company.
10. Determine the expected annual sales for the sales budget. Units sell at $8 each. Estimated sales are as follows: First quarter 10,000 units, second quarter 15,000 units, third quarter 20,000 units and fourth quarter 30,000 units.
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Common Credit Card Myths
There are several myths regarding credit cards circulating in the online world. Some of us tend to believe it and act upon them without thinking much. Believing such misconceptions upon a time can lead to our financial suffering. And if one decides that they will not opt for a credit card due to the myths they may get deprived of several financial benefits that a credit card provides.
A cardholder must verify the validity of these misconceptions, in order to avail maximum benefits. One of the most important things to move ahead with a credit card is- Do not trust anything blindly which you hear or read. Believing such myths is foolishness and it’s important to bust them.
Here are some of the common credit card myths persisting among the cardholders that you need to bust.
So, let’s start with some of the common myths and facts regarding a credit card.
Myth: You need to pay annual charges if you have a credit card.
This is one of the biggest myths persisting among a large number of people. People easily believe this myth and stay away from credit cards as they think that by having a credit card they will end up paying an annual fee. However, it’s not always true, you can get many credit cards with zero annual fees. But, to avail such a credit card you need to research well in the market, before opting for one.
There one important fact to be noted is when you go with a credit card with annual charges you get some additional benefits which can be some complimentary rewards or gift vouchers which you get on paying the annual fee.
Truth: Credit cards with zero annual charges are available.
Myth: Paying the minimum amount is a missed payment.
Most of the people believe that making less than the minimum payment for their credit card is counted as a missed payment. But this is not true anywhere. A cardholder is always allowed to make the minimum payment for their credit card. A missed payment is only reported when you don’t pay or when you pay less than the minimum amount for your credit card bill.
When you pay the minimum amount on your credit card, you are safe. Making regular and timely minimum payments for your credit cards can help you build your CIBIL as well. But remember- paying more than the minimum amount clears your debt fast and saves on interest as well.
Truth: Paying less than the minimum amount is a missed payment
Myth: You will always end up paying interest if you use a credit card.
This is also among the biggest misconceptions regarding a credit card as most people think that interest is charged whenever you Swipe your credit card. Fortunately, this is not true, interest is only charged when you don’t pay your credit card bills under a certain time period.
All credit cards have an interest free period, and interest is charged when you don’t pay your full bill under that period.
Suppose you have an HDFC credit card, and you used ₹10,000 from it to purchase something. Now for this use, you don’t need to pay interest if you pay the complete ₹10,000 within 30 days, as 30 days is the interest-free period for an HDFC credit card.
Truth: You only need to pay interest when you pay your credit card bill after the due date.
Myth: Always carry a balance on your card and only pay the minimum amount.
You must have heard people saying not to pay your credit card bill credit bill completely. But, this is a complete myth. The reality is carrying a balance is never good, it adds more burden to your finances as you need to pay interest on your outstanding amount. Not paying your balance in full on the same hand increases your credit utilization ratio which can affect your future creditworthiness. So, always try to pay your credit card bill in full and try to avoid late payments to skip the penalties.
Truth: It’s advised to pay off your credit card in full every month.
Myth: A credit card with a high limit should be avoided.
Well, if you manage your credit cards wisely, a high credit limit can be an advantage to you. People generally think that a high credit limit can act as a debt trap hence, they suggest avoiding it. But the fact is – a high limit credit card can be a great help when managed properly. When you keep your balances low, for a high limit credit card your debt-to-credit ratio becomes low, which can help you build your credit score.
Truth: Having a credit card with a high limit is good.
Credit cards are a great financial tool and it’s ok to have one or two credit cards at a time. But remember the interest charged on a credit card is higher than other loans. So, be careful while using it & try making complete payments on a monthly basis to avoid debt traps.
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I have had this idea for some time. I have no science to back it up because there is none. We know how sensitive cats are to scent. Cats almost use their noses like we use our eyes. You can buy products that give off pheromones that are meant to help calm a cat down. The nose to nose greeting between cats results in the cat smelling the breath that is emitted from the nose of the other cat. It is a marker that is memorised. In a video of cats with babies I recently posted, one cat is seen smelling the breath of a sleeping baby.
Attractions between male and female people is often in part based on the scent of the opposite person. Females are automatically more attracted to the scent of men who are more genetically distant to them than related people for instance. The reason? Better propagation. There is a lot going in at the subliminal level that we are not really aware of.
When we walk into someone’s home for the first time humans can detect the scent of the person living there provided there are no overpowering odours from other sources. Body scent is a big part of animal life and we are in that category.
I am not sure but it is distinctly possible that cats prefer the body scent of some people more than the scent of other people just like people prefer the scent of certain people. Somehow the scent of a particular person communicates to the cat that the human is safe or not hostile. It may communicate a lot more than that, in fact.
The first thing I do when I meet a new cat is put the back of my hand towards the cat. The cat advances and smells it. The cat might be particularly nervous and will retreat but some will come forward. I believe that they know that I am safe, non-hostile from my scent. From this first meeting which is in cat-to-cat style, the stranger cat will eventually overcome her/his nervousness.
There is a lot of discussion about cats not liking certain people while liking others. This can sometimes occur in families. There are many possible reasons for this. I believe that one of the reasons (and I stress “one” possible reason) is that the body scent of the person that the cat dislikes gives a signal to the cat that the person is potentially unfriendly.
One distraction to this idea is that a lot women wear perfume, which masks their natural body odour or they use bathroom products and makeup (and nowadays men too) which will influence the way they smell. Also, what we eat probably has an impact on our body scent. These are variables and influences which may affect the connection with our cat if our cat is attracted to our natural body scent.
I have speculated that a person’s scent may signal friendliness or hostility. This may be a temporary state based on how we feel. Do people give off pheromones and if so perhaps some people give off more than others and these may calm a cat, thereby reducing the anxiety of meeting a person?
I wonder too if there is every any sexual attraction through scent. Certainly human body odours are connected to sexual attraction.
Well, of course, I am speculating bigtime. However, I think it is reasonable to suggest that, as scent plays a major role in communication and recognition in cat’s life, our scent plays a part in whether cats like us or not.
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Lunchtime times at Abbey Mead are staggered so to ensure pupils get appropriate time to eat and play. Across the lunch hour, children spend 30 minutes inside and a further 30 minutes outside. Whilst dining, children are encouraged to partake in discussion so to build their conversational language and strength their social skills.
Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 have their lunch between 11:45 and 12:45
Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 have their lunches between 12:15 and 1:15.
Members of the Senior Leadership Team are on duty daily in the dining hall to further promote social skills and discussion. Across the lunch hour, children are in the care of lunchtime supervisors.
We encourage play and collaboration during the lunch hour. When the weather permits, the children use the school playing field and a wide variety of equipment.
Children have the choice of choosing a hot meal for dinner or can bring a packed lunch from home.
If you wish, your child may bring a packed lunch to school. The packed lunch should be in a lunch-box labelled with your child’s name. We ask that glass containers, fizzy drinks, sweets and chocolate are not brought to school. We also have children at school with nut allergies, therefore we have a ‘nut-free’ policy. Please check foods carefully.
Dinner money can be paid online via SCOPAY.
School Dinners cost £2.00 per day and should be paid for before the meal. This can be paid for weekly at a cost of £10.00.
You may be entitled to free school meals – details of how to apply are available from the office.
Free School Meals
If your child is in FS1, Year 1 or Year 2 then they are eligible for Universal Infant Free School meals, however, if you are in receipt of any of the following benefits you could be eligible for free school dinners for their whole time at Abbey which would include free milk and free trips.
- Income Support
- Income-based jobseekers allowance
- Income-related employment and support allowance
- Support under part VI of the immigration and asylum act 1999
- The guaranteed element of state pension credit
- Child tax credit
- Working tax credit
- During the initial roll out of the benefit, universal credit
Please ask at the school office for ways to apply.
Milk for each child is available everyday. Prices vary per term and information can be found on the newsletter prior to each term.
If your child is entitled to free school meals (see above) then they also get free milk.
For more information, please see the office.
All infant children (Foundation – Year 2) are offered a free piece of fruit everyday. Juniors are able to bring a fruit snack in for break time.
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Monument record BSE 290 - Medieval Cellar and 18th century workhouse foundations, 57-59 College Street; Jesus College
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2007: An archaeological evaluation at 57-59 College Street identified the remains of a cellar with flint and mortar walls. The cellar had been infilled and a small trench exposed brick fragments that were medieval in date. It is uncertain how rare stone lined cellars were within the medieval town but it seems reasonable to suggest that this was from a high status building and may be related to Jesus College [though foundation for this is 15th century], which was dissolved during the Reformation. A flint surface with a mortar spread may have been contemporary. A sequence of brick foundations are thought to be the remains of the former workhouse which was sold in 1884 (S1).
2012: Excavations in advance of a house development on land between 57 and 59 College Street have identified a large medieval cellar that is dated from its flint-coursed walls to the Norman period. The medieval cellar was built with substantial well built flint walls which were finished with limestone dressing around the constructed openings. Its original depth was well over 2m and it was provided with a clay floor; a corridor appeared to descend into it from the west of the site. The foundations of a stone buttress are evidence of the stone building above the corridor. The cellar spanned c. 4.55m (15ft) and its width remains uncertain but was in excess of c.3.3m (11ft). The corridor was between 5ft to 6ft wide and ran estward towards Whiting Street for 17ft before continuing beyond the excavation. The cellar was set back from the street front and the remnants of a medieval yard surface survived made of stone and chalk. The north wall of the cellar was demolished in the 16th to 17th centuries and a wider cellar added made of flint and brick. This is likely to be contemporary with a series of gable ended buildings of (early?) 17th century date that were later converted into a workhouse by the local authority in 1748, which survived as footings in the excavation (S2).
The early cellar is probably part of the College of Jesus founded in the 13th century to supply priests for the celebration of mass within the Abbey chantries and the charnal house that were shut down in 1549. This is identified as the site of ‘the College’ on Thomas Warren’s map of 1776; however, he also refers to the ‘College of Jesus’ on the opposite side of the street. From this we can suggest that there was more than one large building of stone associated with the site of the College and that these appeared on either side of College Street (S2).
For further entries relating to Jesus College see BSE 101 and BSE 323.
- <S1> SSF53238 Unpublished document: Tester, A. and Breen, A.. 2007. A Report on the Archaeological Evaluation, 57-59 College St, Bury St Edmunds BSE 290. Tester (with Breen A), 2007/142, ill.
- <S2> SSF55448 Unpublished document: Tester, A.. 2013. Excavation Report, 57-59 College Street, Bury St Edmunds.
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- FSF47889: TILE (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
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- FSF47929: POTTERY (12th century to 14th century - 1100 AD to 1399 AD)
- FSF47930: TILE (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
- FSF47931: CLAY PIPE (SMOKING) (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
- FSF47932: NAIL (Medieval to IPS: Post Medieval - 1066 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- FSF47933: WINDOW GLASS (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
- FSF47934: COIN (12th century to 13th century - 1180 AD to 1278 AD)
- FSF47935: PIN (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
- FSF47936: LACE TAG (13th century to 15th century - 1230 AD to 1400 AD)
- FSF47937: COIN? (18th century to 19th century - 1700 AD to 1899 AD)
- FSF47938: ANIMAL REMAINS (Unknown date)
- FSF47939: OYSTER SHELL (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
- None recorded
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A brief history of Beeman and Air Rifle Headquarters – Part 1
by B.B. Pelletier
Matt61 asked how many Beeman R-type airguns there were last Friday, because he’d never heard of the R8 model I’m currently testing. His question reminded me how Dennis Quackenbush is always going on about the lack of historical documentation of the airgun hobby. Matt’s question epitomizes this. So, I figured a short history was in order. This should also prove interesting to our readers outside the U.S. who may not know the Beeman name as well as we do. I can’t tell the Beeman story without including the history of Air Rifle Headquarters, which preceded it by a decade. This is really the story of the beginning of precision adult airguns in the U.S.
It began in the 1960s
The importation of European airguns and ammunition into the U.S. had been spotty up to the decade of the 1960s. Back in the 1930s and ’40s, Stoeger had imported J.G. Anschütz, Haenel, Diana, Webley and perhaps a few others, but they lacked the marketing push to popularize them. Who, in 1940, was going to spend $70 for a single-shot Peerless (Diana model 58) air rifle they had never heard of when a sleek Winchester model 61 pump .22 cost just $24.87? Besides, in 1940, war loomed on the horizon and German products were not that popular in this country, so the time was not yet right. After the war was over, though, was a different story.
In the very early 1960s, Robert Law became aware of the high quality of European airguns and pellets. He formed the company known as Air Rifle Headquarters in Grantsville, West Virginia, and started importing and selling these products through the mail.
But he did something extra that Stoeger never attempted, and it made all the difference in the world. He borrowed a page from the marketing plan of George L. Herter and told the detailed story of the airguns he was offering. He told you why his $150 FWB breakbarrel was far superior to the Sheridan Blue Streak, which he sold for $42.00. He gave you numerous reasons to spend almost four times the money for the same type of product. If he were still in business today, I bet he would have a blog very much like this one.
Law produced a catalog and other printed materials that showered the buyer with interesting information about fine European airguns and pellets. His catalogues are collector items today, selling for $20 and up. They still fascinate the collector with the history of the first real sales campaign for precision airguns in the U.S.
These catalogs were loaded with articles — not touting any specific airgun but, instead, educating the airgunner in general. Another product he produced were Air Rifle Monthly pamphlets that dealt with specific airguns. How he managed to find the time to do all he did I will never know, but from the volume of publications his company published, it’s clear that the man with the Mo Howard haircut knew how to prioritize.
Law also created better owners’ manuals than those supplied by the manufacturers, and his were supplied with the gun at the sale.
Of course, all these educational materials were also selling products, as the enthusiast learned more and more about his airgun. Eventually, he became hooked and had to try the tuneups he read about in the pamphlets.
In the early years, Law also included a lot of sex in his catalog. There were many pages of scantily-clad lovelies touting the guns. There were also several photos of the pretty ARH female employees in miniskirts filling orders in the shipping department. There must have been complaints, though, because by 1974 the catalogs dropped this practice entirely.
The vision of modern airgunning
Law was also a visionary. He coined the term “accurized” and added value to his guns through tuning both before and after the sale. He also mounted scopes on airguns at a time when it was considered very problematic. The scopes of his day broke from the recoil of the spring rifles he sold, so he searched far and wide for models that could take the strain.
ARH, as it was known, had some special models of its own. These were guns that they customized to the nth degree, including fancy stocks, scopes, accurizing and other added perks. The Feinwerkbau F12 came before the model 124 and was a model 121. ARH sold it as-is for $144.50 in 1973. But when they accurized it and added their own electric guitar-style walnut stock, it became the model F120 and the price went to $234.50. I have seen but one of these rifles in my life. It was at the Roanoke airgun expo a few years ago, and I was stunned by the sheer size of the wood stock. They made the forearm so deep that there’s no longer a cocking slot. There is sufficient room inside the forearm to contain the cocking link as it cycles through its arc.
They also sold some American airguns. For example, they sold the Smith & Wesson 78G and 79G, and they did it their way. They boosted velocity to a guaranteed 500+ f.p.s. in the .177 79G.
Air Rifle Headquarters lasted from about 1963 until 1979. Then, it closed its doors and has been talked about in airgun circles ever since. Probably one reason they folded their tent was that a new company — Beeman Precision Airguns — started in California in the early 1970s. However, the name lives on, as Jim Maccari calls his company Air Rifle Headquarters.
Next time, I’ll cycle you through the Beeman history and finally answer Matt’s question of how many R-type guns there are.
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Web of Science is probably the most important database for the sciences, and it’s very powerful for humanities and social sciences as well. Yesterday it debuted a new user interface, so don’t be startled when you see its new GREEN look!
A newer Web of Science feature you should try is the Author Finder, which makes it much easier to find papers by a known author, especially one with a common name. To use Author Finder, use the Web of Science tab and click the link under the Author line. There are a number of simple, self-explanatory steps to follow.
Another vital Web of Science tool is the Cited Reference Search. This hasn’t changed in the upgrade. You still need to enter an author, journal title (using the long list of journal title abbreviations) and year – and then you can access a wealth of articles that refer to the initial article you entered.
One down side of the upgrade we’ve noted in the library is that you can no longer limit your search to include only the Science, Social Science, or Humanities subsections of Web of Science – you have to search the entire thing.
Have you discovered any new features of this database? Leave us a note and share!
Written by Phoebe Acheson
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It is true that it is not easy to care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease. One of the struggles of most families and friends is finding the right way to show care and support to their patient. If you are struggling with the same battle everyday, know that you are not alone.
There are still other people out there who faced the same battle as yours. You may begin by understanding deeply what your patient is going through so you can easily cope up with your daily challenges, and help your loved one go about the changes taking place.
Dealing with a person with Alzheimer’s disease is surely tough, especially when it comes to keeping the person safe at home. You may notice over time that your loved one has become less able to manage the things around the house, making him more prone to accidents and injuries. In order not to compromise his safety, you can take on some responsibilities.
Simplify your home
When caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, you must accept the fact that a lot of changes will begin to take place, including your arrangements at home. For your loved one’s safety, start arranging your furniture in a way that is easy for your loved one to move around. As much as possible, keep everything minimal and simple. Too much stuff can lead to confusion.
Make space clutter-free
It is time to get rid of all piles of magazines and newspapers or anything that would cause clutter to keep your loved one free from accidents and injuries at home. If the entire family is having a hard time adjusting to everything that is taking place around the house, it is best if you gather everyone around and discuss the matter together, so all together you can find solutions to the issues and struggles at hand. Further, all together you can decide on how to make all areas clutter-free for the welfare and well-being of the patient with Alzheimer’s.
Install safety grips
Since patients with Alzheimer’s disease can have problems with balance, you can consider putting up some safety grips for the patient to hold. Make sure you choose one that is sturdy enough for your patient to handle to prevent slips and falls.
Before you install one, it is best if you consult a mechanic or handyman first to help you decide on which safety grip is best to install and to know what the considerations are when installing them.
Wipe out spills
Be on the lookout for slippery floors that may cause slips and falls. Areas like the bathroom and kitchen are likely to have liquid spills, so before your loved enter these areas, check the floors first and wipe out any spills right away. You can also assist the patient when walking pass through these areas to provide maximum protection from injuries and accidents.
While understanding the condition of the disease deeply, you would find that during the late stage of the disease, patients with Alzheimer’s will have a hard time reading. The gradual loss of their ability to read may put the patient at risk for accidents or injuries. The best thing families can do is to write simple written instructions for the patients to keep them reminded of the possible danger that is ahead. You can post these signs in areas where danger is more likely to happen.
Provide proper lighting
Adding extra lights to some areas in the house really helps a lot. Over time, patients with Alzheimer’s may have a hard time seeing things clearly. Because of this, you have to make sure that the areas between bathrooms and rooms or hallways are well-lit at night. You can also guide the patient in walking pass through these areas to reduce the risk of accidents.
Watch the temperature
Due to the fact that Alzheimer’s patients may have difficulties in differencing between hot and cold, we should all keep watch of the water temperature they are going to use for bathing, as well as the temperature of the food prepared.
We know that all of these things can be too overwhelming for you to handle, so we suggest that you hire caregivers from OptimumCare Home Care Services. Our Non-Medical Home Care in VA provides various services for your loved one’s needs, and we also have competent, highly-trained caregivers to keep watch of your patient’s health condition always. To check out the various services offered by our Non-Medical Home Care in Opitz Boulevard Woodbridge VA, just call 703-490-8003.
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Have you ever made a mistake you feel awful about, and you wish that you could go back and change things? Well, if yes then am sure you are not the only one.
But, whatever happens, happens for good. Life happens, we make mistakes and that’s okay! In my opinion , I would not like to go back in the past and change anything I have done. Do you want to know why? It’s because all the mistakes that I have ever made have helped me become the person I am today! And I am very happy with how things turned out to be.
Also read: Growing and Glowing
When you make a mistake, keep in mind that it doesn’t define who you are as a person. Try not to jump to conclusions about your worth or value. No one’s perfect, and that’s okay. Mistakes don’t make you who you are, they don’t define you. Your choices do! And it’s your choice whether you want to learn from your mistakes and not repeat them or live in guilt for the rest of your life. While “there are no mistakes, only lessons” might sound like the kind of Insta-quote you scroll past every day, when you stop and think about it, the message is strong. Everyone makes mistakes, and everyone has to deal with them. It’s how you recover that comes to define you.
They are your mistakes, owning them will only make you strong. Saying to yourself, “yes I made a mistake, I promise not to repeat it again, and I am willing to own it up” will help you get relieved. Our generation is so obsessed with doing everything right, why? Failures are what make success more rewarding, isn’t it?
For instance, after you say, 1+1=3, and someone tells you it isn't then only you'll realize it's 2 and not only realize but remember for the rest of your life. See! You made a mistake, owned it up and corrected it. That is what you should do always.
We repeat what we don't repair! Face your mistake head-on, own what happened, and draw a line under it. While it can be tempting to look for an easy out and blame someone else like “I didn’t get that job because the HR had it in for me!” Realizing you’re at fault is the first step to figuring moving forward. Accepting that you made the wrong decision will help you move forward and get control of your life. But if you will keep making excuses for yourself, you’ll probably just prolong this process.
If you’re confused about what you did wrong, or where the mistake was made, it can be tricky to put it in the past. Chances are it’ll still bug you big time. Try having a chat with someone whom you trust. Or if not, then try writing it off. Writing can be very therapeutic in such cases.
Most problems have a solution, l like to believe, “koi cheez Kabhi itni nahi bigadti ki sahi na ki ja sake”, sit down and think about what you can do to improve the situation. You might find that you can smooth some things over and that it’s not as bad as you initially thought. Also, while doing that make sure to identify whether the situation is or is not in your control. It’s better not to waste time on things that do not come into your arena of control.
Your mindset plays a significant role in how you view your mistakes and, most importantly, in how you react to them. If you have a "growth" mindset, you likely see mistakes as an opportunity to improve, and not as something that you are doomed to repeat because your mindset is "fixed" on the belief that you can't improve.
You might like: Why do we accept the bare minimum?
While saying, "yes, I admit that I made a mistake” is courageous, it is not the only thing you should be doing. You should analyze your mistakes in order to learn from them. Ask yourself questions like: What was I trying to do? What went wrong? When did it go wrong? Why did it go wrong?
We can only change ourselves and not the entire world, but believe me when I say, “when the world inside of you changes, the world outside of you changes.” Some mistakes or lessons are there so that we can identify where we went wrong whereas some are there just to help us develop a fresh mindset on things. It’s good to be open to both of them. While handling all this, remember that “God wouldn’t put you in a situation if he thought that you were incapable of handling it” It is all for your best, trust the process, and have faith, you’ll get through it.
If you are going through anything right now, I wish you luck!
Also, Isn't it nice to think that tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it yet? So, what do you think of making the most of tommorow? Taking one day at a time?
"Admitting to a mistake means refusing to use other people as scapegoats to avoid responsibility but rather courageously owning up to every single one of them." ~ T. Whitmore
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I assume you have already installed it, if not check out the first part of the series. Vulkano recommends v1.9+ as of writing this article.
Part 2 will look at implementing a binding to the Vulkan API. I’m assuming an introduction to the graphics API is not needed, and goes without saying - It’s Khronos’ new graphics API which is intended to replace OpenGL. So, for this post I’ll be setting up Vulkan 1.0.2 on Ubuntu 16.04 - Which handily provides sufficient PPA’s out of the box, so no need for running around collecting source code or install packages, you can just rely on the debian package manager!
However, please first make sure that your graphics card is supported (And update your graphics driver to be sure Vulkan is supported), otherwise you’re in for some dissappointment…
$ sudo apt-get install lib-vulkan1 $ sudo apt-get install vulkan-utils $ vulkaninfo
This should provide your graphics card capabilities under the Vulkan API, if you get an error, start googling…
So, you’ve got vulkan running on your system with a capable graphics driver, now we have to set up Vulkano, a wrapper that interfaces with Vulkan.
$ cargo install vulkano
Alternatively, you can
$ git clone http://github.com/tomaka/vulkano.git
As vulkano is very early in development (v0.1.0 as of writing), you must build it yourself using
$ cargo build <path>
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Breaking off a relationship or a marriage can take an emotional toll and is undoubtedly one of the most difficult experiences a couple or family can endure.
If you have just broken up with your partner or spouse, it is important to understand the difference between divorce and separation so you can move forward without encountering any unnecessary setbacks.
This article will provide clarity on the difference between the two, and what you can expect throughout the process.
Ending a marriage or a de facto relationship is considered a separation under Australian family law.
If you no longer live together as a couple, you are separated, however it is also possible to be separated under one roof in certain situations. This means you and your partner are still living at the same residential address despite no longer being in a relationship.
Either party may initiate the separation, or both parties may come to the decision together.
You are not required to register your separation; however, you may wish to inform government agencies such as Centrelink or Medicare or make arrangements for any shared bills, debts or bank accounts you manage as a couple.
It is recommended couples undergoing a separation consult a family lawyer to receive specific, clear and tailored advice moving forward.
Divorce occurs after a couple has separated. It is the legal ending of a marriage that can only be obtained if you have been separated from your spouse for twelve months and one day in order to prove your marriage cannot be salvaged.
The family court will assess your separation based on the circumstances of your individual situation.
Divorce is a ‘no fault system’ under Australian law, which means you do not have to provide a reason for the breakdown of the marriage.
If you have separated from your spouse, you are not legally required to divorce, but you should consider seeking advice from a family lawyer so you can be informed on the legal implications that may arise if you do remain married.
It is also important to understand that divorce is a separate process from property settlement and parenting arrangements that must be made after a marriage ends.
Whichever pathway you choose to take should be decided based on you and your spouse’s individual circumstances. There are a number of options to progress the separation, and if you are confused or concerned about what is right for you, the Family Legal Resources of No Lawyers can provide advice to help you move forward and move on with your life.
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I had a headache the other day so I took a tablet and was fine again. Ordinary miracle in a world now able to modify a rat’s cells so it can live 30% longer! But mankind’s come a long way! This I realized while leafing through James MacKenzie’s History of Health, and the Art of Preserving It (Edinburgh, 1758).
Passions and their Cure
James MacKenzie was a “Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in Edinburgh”. His book is a fascinating snapshot of the state of medicine in the 18th century. Hippocrates’ theory regarding the six things necessary to life had been established 2,000 years previously—and it was still current. “They were given the weird name of non-natural things,” MacKenzie writes. “Namely: aliment, air, exercise and rest, sleep and wakefulness, repletion and evacuation, together with the passions and affections of the mind.” The theory of passions and affections is a fascinating one. “Anger and joy will increase perspiration (just like stretching and yawning after sleep—note of the writer); fear and pain will reduce it,” MacKenzie states. “Hence, timorous and melancholic persons are subject to obstructions in the bowels, to hard tumours in several parts of the body, to hypochondriac disorders, and to profuse cold sweats.” Unfortunately, there’s no remedy to the diseases caused by passions but “contrary passions”—providing that they are not violent. A soft joy, for instance, “discharges only what is superfluous by perspiration; but immoderate, and sometimes sudden joy, discharges also what is useful; and if it continues long, prevents sleep and dissipates the strength.” Mediocre or moderate, was the key to health in a science that didn’t dissociate feelings from emotions and physical phenomena. And guess what’s the best way to put the afflictions of the soul (responsible for so many disorders because of their negative impact on blood) under the control of reason? “A faithful and virtuous friend.” One in need is one indeed.
Good and Bad Humours
Man is also described as the slave to his humours—many might argue that it’s still the case today. According to Hippocrates, there are four of them, “viz. blood, phlegm, yellow bile and black bile (...). Health consists in a due mixture of these four.” Distempers, the father of medicine adds, are produced by a redundancy in any of them. But there are remedies—including some acceptable ones! For instance, “moderate commerce with the sex* is of service to such as are loaded with the phlegm”—now, that’s good news! “But commonly it binds the belly”—damned! MacKenzie, just like the great Galen (129-201) before him, advocates exercise—with moderation (another word for mediocrity). “The Golf also should be practised,” he says. The French translator, concerned with the ignorance of his readers, added a footnote regarding the “commerce with the balls”: “On a flat surface, one pushes two hard balls with appropriate sticks towards remote holes dug in the ground; (...) The less you hit the ball to make it fall into the hole, the better. If you hit it less than your adversary, you win.” But don’t be overwhelmed by joy and always remember in your triumph: “a moderate victory conduces more to health than a glorious one.”
Meat or Grains
Vegans will rejoice that their principles were already discussed. MacKenzie reminds us that in the times of Moses, man was eating vegetables only, until God positively gave Noah the permission to eat “animal food” after the flood. In the 3rd century, a remote disciple of Pythagoras named Porphyrus stated: “It was not from those who lived on vegetables, that robbers or murderers, sycophants or tyrants, have proceeded, but from flesh eaters.” MacKenzie dismisses Porphyrus’ argument, calling him an “enthusiast”; Galen, he adds, had clearly established that a mixture of animal food with the vegetable kind is more proper for the healthy, and more easily digested. “The ridiculous notion of the transmission of souls, and some other unaccountable fancies, has induced several sects of philosophers, and their admirers, to abstain from animal food, as far back as Pythagoras, and down to this day.” Well, if you consider that the mutton cooking in your oven could have been the reincarnation of a late relative of yours, you may lose your appetite indeed. Furthermore, the early “vegans” claimed that the digestion of meat creates bad humours that make people aggressive. MacKenzie cuts in: “Nor is the wild bull that eats grass, less furious than a lion that feeds on flesh. And we daily see some birds, that live on grain, fight and tear each other with amazing animosity.” An advocate of moderation, MacKenzie settles the quarrel with a wise piece of advice: “Since custom has made it almost natural to us now to eat flesh, we may eat it indeed, but moderately, and not gorge ourselves with it like lions and wolves.” Dear vegan readers, I hope this makes it easier for you to digest.
This book shows, among other things, that out of our many mistakes were our certainties born—and that the most mediocre among us have probably outlived the others (and that would explain a lot of things). But if you’ll excuse me, I now need to have a moderate commerce with the sex; then I’ll play golf with a virtuous friend of mine; then we’ll cook some vegetables and some meat that we shall eat like cats. If this mediocre life of mine doesn’t last longer, at least it will sure SEEM to.
* The chaste, and moderate French translator wrote: “consummation of marriage...” (Histoire de la Santé..., À Lyon, 1761).
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Adapted from “Option Overload? Manage the Choices on the Table,” by Chris Guthrie (professor, Vanderbilt University Law School), first published in the Negotiation newsletter.
Consider what happened when Randy, who was opening his first restaurant, met with Albert, the general manager of Best Appliances, to negotiate a deal. Albert pulled out a stack of brochures and began expounding on the relative attributes and prices of nine different walk-ins and eight different freezers. In addition to negotiating a cash price, he explained, he could also finance the purchase, lease the equipment, or even trade some of it for a stake in Randy’s business. “And before I forget, I’ve got one-year, three-year, and five-year warranties, as well as the following delivery and installation deals…”
Overwhelmed, Randy left the meeting feeling incapable of making any decisions at all.
Whether shopping for a new TV, choosing between retirement plans, or weighing proposals from different suppliers, we’ve all been in Randy’s shoes. It’s common for decision makers faced with multiple options to have difficulty making choices. Furthermore, a surplus of options can lead us to make irrational decisions and to experience post-decision dissatisfaction and regret.
How can you capture the benefits of multiple options in a complex negotiation without falling prey to these common shortcuts and mistakes? Here are four guidelines:
1. Be aware. Most writing on negotiation uncritically advises you to generate as many options as possible. You’ll be ahead of the game if you understand that with the added benefits of increased options come added costs, such as difficulty reaching decisions, making decisions that do not reflect your underlying preferences, and post-decision regret. When weighing multiple options, take time to consider whether you are oversimplifying the decision process, focusing too much on negative attributes, or being distracted by irrelevant options.
2. Play negotiation offense. You can also use your awareness of these phenomena to obtain better deals. Suppose, for example, that you are a wine retailer trying to unload a case of high-end cabernet. A prospective buyer is debating between the cabernet and a case of chardonnay. If you bring out a less attractive case of red wine as another option, you are more likely to induce your customer to choose the high-end red over the white.
3. Develop a scoring system. In the article “Do You Know How Much You Really Care?” in the June 2005 issue of the Negotiation newsletter, researcher Don Moore recommends putting together a scoring system that will help you weigh options, manage tradeoffs, and make sound decisions. To create your scoring system, Moore advises the following: (1) list the issues that are likely to come up, (2) list the options available within each issue, (3) assign point or dollar values to each option based on its worth or desirability to you, and (4) compute and compare the overall value of the various packages you’ve identified. Then be prepared to adjust these scores once talks commence.
4. Retain an agent. You might choose to minimize the costs of weighing multiple options by retaining an agent with specialized expertise and skills to negotiate for you. Agents are likely to have greater emotional distance from the substance of a negotiation than you do—distance that can enable them to make more rational decisions. Research by Chris Guthrie of Vanderbilt University Law School suggests that lawyers are more likely than their clients to evaluate options rationally and analytically. But agents make flawed decisions, too, so be sure to monitor their work.
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What is the highest purpose of community engagement? Why do some planners go all out to hear from the public? This article dives into these questions based on nine interviews conducted at APA 2016.
Community engagement is a required component of planning projects. Some planners take a "check the box" approach and others go out of their way to hear from the public. I was curious what motivates planners to go the extra distance on outreach so I did an informal survey at the American Planning Association National Conference. The most common answer surprised me. They said some version of, "It gave courage to our elected officials." There’s a great deal of insight packed into this answer.
At the APA 2016, I conducted nine interviews with planners who were being celebrated for excellence in community engagement. I didn’t set out to conduct a scientific survey. I was creating a marketing video of interviews with planners who used our community engagement software. In looking through the program, there were 11 presenters and two award recipients to track down. I caught up with nine of them making for nice, albeit unscientific, set of interviews.
I say unscientific because this was a rather small sample. They all used MetroQuest as a part of their community engagement effort, and they were selected because they happened to be presenting at the APA conference. They did have one thing in common: they clearly felt that community engagement was a high priority. At the end of each interview, after all the project related questions, I threw in a question for my own curiosity. I asked, “Why?”
All of these planners went above and beyond in the area of community engagement for their planning projects. Quite separate from how they did it, I was curious about why. I really wanted to know what difference it made. Why bother?
This question made people pause. After a moment of reflection, the most common answer surprised me. I was expecting people to talk about democracy, transparency, and listening to residents. While these goals were certainly part of it, that's not what they talked about. These planners felt that the most significant benefit of outstanding community engagement was that it gave courage to their elected officials. I probed to learn more. What they told me was something that I’ve thought about many times since.
The fact that elected official were a critical audience for the results of community engagement makes sense. After all, these are the people making the community-changing decisions that emerge out of planning projects.
The idea of giving elected officials courage was the interesting part to me. There's so much in that word and when I probed further here is what they said.
A "business as usual" plan doesn’t require nearly as much courage to approve as an ambitious plan calling for dramatic and lasting changes to the community. Deciding to change takes courage. It's as true for people as it is for communities.
I asked about the ingredients of courage. From a community engagement perspective, what does it take to give decision makers courage? Once again the responses formed a consistent pattern. According to the planners interviewed there were three required elements that community engagement must have to provide courage to decision makers:
- Critical mass – Elected officials, at least those interested in being re-elected, are swayed by large numbers. While it can be easy to disregard the input of a small group of usual suspects, it's quite another thing to disregard the input of thousands of engaged citizens especially when they are calling for change. Essentially elected officials are asking, "Will approving this plan make me more or less popular with voters."
- Diversity – Large numbers of participants are much more persuasive if you can also demonstrate that the participation was diverse. Diversity includes race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, and so on. Beyond these categories, the business community, special interest groups, community organizations, and faith-based communities all need a voice. These groups have unique needs and perspectives and can also organize powerful opposition. Essentially elected officials are asking, "Will these groups support the plan?" Or perhaps, "Can I defend the plan in front of these groups?"
- Informed input – I've sat in many council meetings where community engagement results were being presented only to see things grind to a halt when someone criticizes the questions people were asked or the way they were asked. Planning choices can be complex and each option comes with benefits and trade-offs. In order to be confident that people really support the changes being called for, it's critical to be able to make the case that the people who provided input were well aware of both the benefits and costs, especially the costs. It does little to have a "cover your butt" answer. Elected officials don't think like lawyers when it comes to community engagement. The costs and trade-offs can’t be in the fine print. They have to be unmissable. Then, and only then, will they trust that people are willing to make the trade-offs associated with the changes in order to reap the benefits. It's always the trade-offs that make the plan vulnerable to criticism and backlash. Essentially elected officials are asking, "Can I trust this community input?"
As I sifted through all the interview footage these three elements came up repeatedly. It was interesting to me that the emphasis was on creating a defensible case for change. It is a perspective on the role of community engagement that is not discussed frequently. It only emerged when I asked, "Why?"
Since the sample size was small and rather self-selected, I'll end with a question. Does this resonate with you? Is giving courage to elected officials a critical goal of your community engagement. What is your "Why?" Feel free to use the comment section or email, whichever suits you best.
The Surprising Oil Tax in the Inflation Reduction Act
President Biden has made reducing gas prices paramount in his administration, so it was likely a surprise to hear a Republican senator last Sunday warn TV viewers that a revived and increased oil fee in the climate bill will increase their gas costs.
The Tide Has Turned Against Open Streets
Once a promising development for advocates pushing for a less car-centric future in cities, the open streets movement has ceded significant ground to cars since the height of the pandemic.
San Antonio Office Tower To Become Residential
With the building more than half vacant, the new owners of the Tower Life Building plan to convert the historic tower into residences that could include affordable housing.
Department of the Interior Forced to Intervene on the Colorado River
More questions than answers on the Colorado River this week as the federal government failed to deliver on threats to force Southwest states to cut back on water use.
Explaining Rent Inflation
The delayed effects of changes in rent costs make rent inflation a difficult figure to pin down.
Dallas Names 66-Mile Bike and Walking Trail
When complete, the newly named DFW Discovery Trail will incorporate 50 miles of existing trails into a regional ‘super highway.’
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
HUD's Office of Policy Development and Research
Cohousing Association of the US
City of Crystal River
Sun City Center Community Association, Inc
City of Mesa
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
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No. 18392, 7th/8th Battalion, King’s Own Scottish Borderers
Killed in action on Wednesday 1 August 1917 (aged 40)
No known grave
Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial, Belgium (Panel 22)
Newtownards and District War Memorial
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Journey of Remembering Belfast Book of Honour
James Irvine was born on 7 November 1878 in South Street, Newtownards and he was a son of James and Grace Irvine (nee McKimm) who were married on 31 October 1868.
James Irvine worked as a weaver and he and Grace had at least six children:
Robert (born 26 September 1869)
Henry (born 20 September 1876)
James (born 7 November 1878)
Lizzie (born 29 August 1882)
Unnamed female (born 25 March 1885)
Margaret (born 12 September 1888)
James Irvine and Margaret Milligan (sometimes Milliken) were married on 7 August 1901 in St Anne’s Church of Ireland Church Belfast. James Irvine (aged 23) of 34 Bootle Street, Belfast was a son of James Irvine, a weaver. Margaret Milligan (aged 21) of 39 Miller Street, Belfast was a servant and she was a daughter of James Milligan, a labourer.
Prior to the outbreak of the Great War James and Margaret Irvine lived in Victoria Avenue, Newtownards and they had at least seven children:
Grace (born 16 June 1902 at 30 Howe Street, Belfast)
Robert (born 1 June 1904 at 34 Mossvale Street, Belfast)
James (born 5 April 1906 at 137 Snugville Street, Belfast)
Agnes (born 5 December 1907 in Balfour Street, Newtownards)
Frederick Harold (born 1 July 1909 in Balfour Street, Newtownards)
Margaretta (born 13 August 1911 in Victoria Avenue, Newtownards)
Alfred (born 20 December 1913 in Bangor Road, Newtownards)
James Irvine worked as a linen weaver and he was a member of the Newtownards Miniature Rifle Club where he won many prizes for rifle shooting. A letter to a friend back home was published in the 4 December 1915 edition of the Newtownards Chronicle and in it he described the part of the trenches where he was stationed as ‘a very bad spot’. It was the place where he had previously sustained head injuries but he said ‘they were not bad enough for me to be sent home’. He went on, ‘But I got my own back, as I got shelter and I just thought I was on the ‘Rec’ shooting for the ‘Bell’ medal. And I have not forgotten what I learnt in the Newtownards Miniature Rifle Club. The enemy were thick and I helped to thin them out a bit’.
When Lance Corporal James Irvine was killed in action his Platoon Officer, Second Lieutenant E.M.S. Houston wrote to James’s widow to express his sympathy. He told her that her husband had been hit by a sniper’s bullet during the afternoon of 1 August 1917 and that his death had been instantaneous. At the time of James’s death his wife and family were living at 191 Leopold Street, Belfast.
Lance Corporal James Irvine is commemorated on Newtownards and District War Memorial; in Newtownards Masonic Lodge No. 198 and in the Belfast Book of Honour (Page 288).
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I’m not talking about medieval fantasy, and I’m sure as hell not talking about Victorian Era goggles that do nothing Steampunk (No offense, Big Ben). I’ve repeatedly gushed, argued, and made a case on r/fantasy, in my own works, and ranted in general the past two years about this.
Where are the Enlightenment inspired fantasy novels? I’m not talking about just gunpowder. Having gunpowder is great but that’s not an aesthetic or a setting tone. That’s an aspect that can exist from a Late Medieval to Meiji Revolution inspired setting. The Enlightenment was an entire philosophical movement and attitude that permeated across the world. While predominantly explored in Western Europe, its ideals spread as far Japan and laid the groundwork for the conflicts of the early 20th century.
No, it’s not just men and women in great coats, tricornes, and having tea parties where fancy people talk about airships and engage in domestic dramas straight out of Downtown Abbey. It’s an entirely different perspective on those eras. It’s demystifying the mystic. It’s Mary Shelly’s early science experiments to discover the truths of the cosmos. It’s the Italian Peninsula unifying together, nation-states emerging, the death of the old Medieval order, the birth of modern politics, technology, culture,etc. It’s an entirely different approach to fantasy.
And it’s been bubbling for years but hasn’t had its “moment”. You’ve seen it across the genre for years (Fable, Empire Series, etc) But it’s not enough to throw a bunch of highwaymen together and go rob mana power trains (which is something I totally did/like by the way). It’s applying the principles of that era to a fictional setting framed in an analogous time period and exploring it deeply. It’s exploring the ramification of technology leveling the playing field, where the working class gain the means to fight back against the monarchy, where the old political models either die or reform. It’s the idea of magic being harnessed, deconstructed, and understood on a hard level.
It’s Brandon Sanderson’s obsession with hard magic systems in a way I don’t think anyone’s done before.
It’s Grainn O’Malle challenging the English Queen, it’s the French lower classes overthrowing the old order, it’s the brutal era of the Bushrangers and Australian colonists and prisoners/exiles surviving in the hellish wasteland known as Australia. It’s the Meiji government slaughtering and destroying the last of the samurai and the Tokugawa Shogunate. It’s South America overthrowing the oppression of the Western European powers and manifesting their own destiny. It’s the Irish losing to the might of the British Empire. It’s the heyday of the Ottoman Empire fighting against their ancient enemies in the Mediterranean, while the Qing Dynasty clings to its last breath before the Warlords Era. It’s a time of great change, of invention, of questioning the prevailing social, cultural, and economic status quos of yesteryear. It’s a time of newfound glory, hope, and uncertainty.
It’s also a time of terror. It’s the French Revolution descending into the Reign of Terror. It’s the brutality of the Tokugawa Shogunate uniting a war torn Japan after more than a century of violence and untold death since the Fujiwara Shogunate. It’s the South American revolutions spreading religious upheaval and chaos across the continent. It’s American settlers being slaughtered in justified or not retribution by Native Americans. It’s the Greek Revolution of 1821 leading to the internal strife of a war against the Ottomans. It’s the whole world fighting for what they believe is right or just and spilling the blood of good and wicked alike. It’s seriously considering the implications of massive social and political upheavals through justified and often violent means. Some revolutions are glorious, bringing harmony and progress. More often than not, they’re short-sighted, replaced by worse systems and tyrants, and at the end the original revolutionaries have to ask themselves: was it worth it? Because if someone says all revolutions were for the benefit of the people and social progress, I’ve sure as shit got some snake oil they might interested in. It’s acknowledging that empires are and were brutal, but insurgencies were not all dashing rogues and charismatic leaders. It was also assholes and opportunists jockeying to eliminate religious and ethnic rivals, while at the same time fighting against a larger force.
In fantasy, it’s often easy to topple an evil empire and the rebellion to lay the groundwork for a new monarchy. But if we’re to be honest with ourselves, we have to acknowledge that none of this stuff was simple as a sanitized high school textbook explains. Innocent people in both empires and rebellions were murdered senselessly, technology led to terrible living conditions for the working class, while at the same time uplifting them from the serfdom of old. It’s the bodies that piled up from cadavers being opened up, the pursuit of progress at the price of individual lives. What’s one more body on the pyre if it means discovering how a mana disorder can be reversed through opening up your insides?
It’s taking a hard look at this time period and writing fantasy that explores and doesn’t just put on whizbang goggles, pew pew flintlock pistols, and fancy coats filled with whimsy and the bad guys deserved to get it because I’m a talking cat in a tricorne. It’s taking the kind of care that GGK does when he writes his alternate history fantasy novels like Tigana. It’s celebrating and showcasing the good, the bad, and uncertainty of that time period. It’s showing it how it was and leaving it up to the reader-not the author-what they think of the setting, the conflict, and the story.
It is not easy. But if done right, it can give fantasy a wonderful avenue to explore, discuss, and counter-argue for years to come. That’s why we need Enlightenment inspired fantasy all the more. So we can earnestly reflect on our own triumphs, sins, and doubts of our current times so we don’t make the mistakes of old. And that is worth it.
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A study conducted in the United States revealed that there are structural differences in the brains of those children whose parents have depression. Earlier studies have consistently shown that adolescent children of parents with depression are two to three times more likely to develop such condition than those with no parental history of depression. The current study was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
A team led by NIH analyzed brain images from over 7,000 children participating in the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD). The study showed that about one-third of the children were in the high-risk group because they had a parent with depression. In the high-risk children, the right putamen- a brain structure linked to reward, motivation, and the experience of pleasure- was smaller than in children with no parental history of depression.
"These findings highlight a potential risk factor that may lead to the development of depressive disorders during a peak period of onset. However, in our prior research, smaller putamen volumes also has been linked to anhedonia -a reduced ability to experience pleasure--which is implicated in depression, substance use, psychosis, and suicidal behaviors. Thus, it may be that smaller putamen volume is a transdiagnostic risk factor that may confer vulnerability to broad-based mental disorders," noted Randy P. Auerbach, PhD, associate professor of medical psychology at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and senior author of the study
Dr. Pagliaccio further added that "Understanding differences in the brains of children with familial risk factors for depression may help to improve early identification of those at greatest risk for developing depression themselves and lead to improved diagnosis and treatment. As children will be followed for a 10-year period during one of the greatest periods of risk, we have a unique opportunity to determine whether reduced putamen volumes are associated with depression specifically or mental disorders more generally.
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News that Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers tested positive for COVID-19, is unvaccinated and will miss this weekend's game against the Chiefs shocked the NFL world on Wednesday -- and not just because he said in August that he had already been "immunized." Since training camp opened in late July, Rodgers had not been publicly observed to be following any of the obvious protocols for unvaccinated NFL players, as agreed upon this summer by the NFL and NFL Players Association. The NFL is currently reviewing the situation with the Packers, per a league statement on Wednesday afternoon.
So what's the deal here? Did Rodgers mislead everyone about his vaccination status? Was he flouting NFL rules? Were the Packers or the league looking the other way? What follows is our best attempt to separate fact, assumption and outright fiction in this evolving story. We lay out what we definitively know about the situation right now and run through the league's protocols involved, potential fines that could be in play and when Rodgers could be back on the field for Green Bay.
Rodgers tested positive Wednesday morning for COVID-19, and the Packers confirmed that backup QB Jordan Love will start Sunday night's game against the Chiefs. That sequence made clear that Rodgers is unvaccinated.
Why is that?
Unvaccinated players who test positive must isolate at least 10 days, even if they are asymptomatic. Vaccinated players, however, can return following a positive test as soon as they produce two negative tests with 24 hours in between, as long as they are asymptomatic. In other words, Rodgers would at least have a chance to play Sunday if he were vaccinated.
Didn't Rodgers say he had been vaccinated?
No. In August, a reporter in Green Bay asked him if he had been vaccinated for COVID-19. He answered by saying, in part: "Yeah, I've been immunized."
Is there a difference?
No one thought so at the time. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) defines vaccination as "the act of introducing a vaccine into the body to produce protection from a specific disease." Its definition for immunization is "a process by which a person becomes protected against a disease through vaccination."
So if you want to parse words in retrospect, you could interpret Rodgers' response to mean he believed himself to be protected against COVID-19 without overtly saying he received an approved vaccination.
Why did he think he was protected against COVID-19?
According to ESPN's Rob Demovsky, Rodgers pursued an alternative treatment and then petitioned the NFL to recognize him as vaccinated. The NFL refused, citing the clear language of the NFL-NFLPA agreement reached this summer.
What did that agreement say about vaccination?
It offered multiple paths toward a "fully vaccinated' status. They include:
14 days past a two-shot regimen of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine
14 days past a one-shot regime of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine
One shot of any vaccine if the player had also tested positive after August 26, has a total antibody level of 100 U/mL or greater and a positive antibody test to the COVID IgG nucleocapsid protein.
Absent one of the outcomes, Rodgers was required to follow protocols for any other unvaccinated player.
What are those protocols?
Many of them are listed here. They include daily testing and elevated mask wearing, and they are overall nearly identical to the rules that players and coaches followed during the 2020 season, before vaccines were available.
As others have noted, the NFL/NFLPA have pulled together their various COVID-19 protocols for this summer. Boiled down, there are very few rules for vaccinated people, while many of the 2020 rules remain for those who are unvaccinated. Cheat sheet: pic.twitter.com/0IPB8GP4xO— Kevin Seifert (@SeifertESPN) June 16, 2021
Are those the only rules unvaccinated players must follow?
No. An unvaccinated player, for example, can't gather in a group of more than three players, coaches and other members of the football operation staff.
Didn't Rodgers attend a Halloween party dressed as John Wick?
Rodgers definitely dressed up as John Wick. Video of him dancing surfaced on the Instagram story of teammate Marcedes Lewis. From that video, at least, it couldn't be determined whether the other people were teammates.
Don't the protocols also say unvaccinated players must wear masks at all times when indoors at the team facility or at the stadium on game days?
They do, and Rodgers has not been wearing one during indoor press conferences with reporters at Lambeau Field, where the Packers practice and play games. In some instances, the Packers have conducted interviews with unvaccinated players over Zoom, but Rodgers' have all been in-person.
Rodgers hasn't been wearing a mask on the sideline during games. Wasn't he supposed to?
The NFL-NFLPA rules were amended this summer. Masks are required for unvaccinated players at games only if they are inactive, meaning they are not in uniform and not eligible to play. Active players are encouraged but not required to wear masks unless local or state guidelines require it, according to the current protocols. None of the four teams that the Packers have played on the road so far have required active players to wear masks on sidelines.
Did that include the preseason?
A reasonable reading of the protocols would suggest that, yes, the preseason should be included. And Rodgers was not in uniform for any of the Packers' three preseason games. But there are no gameday roster limits for preseason games, so from a technical standpoint, there are no "inactive" players. For this reason, a source said, the league would not consider an unvaccinated player who is not in uniform for a preseason game to be in violation of its protocols if he were not masked.
Did the NFL discipline him for any of this?
As of this moment, the league has not responded to questions about that. The NFL has the ability to fine players at least $14,650 on first offense of violating COVID-19 protocols, with a maximum of $50,000.
Does Rodgers get paid while he is in isolation?
Yes. The only reason a game check could be lost is if an unvaccinated player sparks an outbreak that leads to a forfeit. In that case, no player from either team would be paid.
Well, it sure sounds like Rodgers was in violation of multiple COVID-19 protocols.
We'll know soon enough. Ultimately, the Packers could face more culpability. The NFL issued a statement late Wednesday afternoon noting pointedly that "the primary responsibility" for enforcing COVID-19 protocols is with the team, not the league. It pledged to "review the matter" and noted that teams have been disciplined in the past for protocol violations. Among the teams fined were the New Orleans Saints ($500,000), Las Vegas Raiders ($500,000), Tennessee Titans ($350,000), New England Patriots ($350,000) and Baltimore Ravens ($250,000). The Saints were also stripped of a seventh-round draft pick, and the Raiders lost a sixth-rounder.
How worried should Rodgers and the Packers be?
The most important thing to worry about is Rodgers' health in both the short- and long-term. The best-case scenario is that he will re-join the team the day before the Packers' Nov. 14 game against the Seahawks. So it's not out of the question that he could miss two games, and that's assuming he tests negative and is asymptomatic at the 10-day mark.
Chatter throughout the day Wednesday centered on the surprise of Rodgers' unvaccinated status, but the health of all involved should be the top priority.
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Letter: Fire shows need for microchipping pets
Wildfires recently decimated areas of Sevier County with devastating consequences: Loss of life, property and acreage as well as displacement and loss of livelihood. Amid this travesty, many stepped up to answer disaster's call. Among them was the Sevier County Humane Society, attempting to rescue, safeguard and reunite people with their animals.
These individuals and their volunteers work tirelessly in their efforts. The one thing that could have simplified and expedited their task to reunite animals with their loved ones would have been a microchip. Then, all shelter officials would have had to do was scan it and contact the microchip provider to obtain access to the animal's name, who it belonged to, contact information and where it lived.
I urge everyone who has an animal to please make a veterinary or shelter appointment to have it microchipped. This small act may be all it takes to expedite you being reunited with your animal companion following a disaster.
Terry Lee Caruthers, Knoxville
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Data volumes are rising fast and show no sign of slowing down. This places businesses under ever greater pressure. The rise of digitization is resulting in increasingly large volumes of data being generated across all fields of business. As a result, there is a need for flexible and scalable storage infrastructures that reliably record data and keep it safe.
Object storage systems are an ideal response to this demand, as they can store large amounts of inactive and unstructured data. Many businesses rely on the cloud to keep their data secure. But often the amount of data they hold is well beyond what hard disk-based object storage and cloud services can cost-effectively manage. The question, therefore, is this: Which storage medium is best for archiving very large quantities of inactive data? Which storage technology is suitable for this kind of storage tiering?
For reasons of both cost and efficiency, there is a strong case for the answer being tape. With LTO‑8 media, the cost are only 0.01 Euro per GB. Moreover, tape libraries can be very easily integrated into existing storage infrastructures using an S3 interface. S3, the Simple Storage Protocol, was introduced by Amazon in 2006 and has since established itself as a market standard. With the right software, tape drives can be accessed using a standard S3 interface. This allows you to use the tape library as an object storage system for large volumes of unstructured data.
A tape-based object storage system is suitable for integrating into your storage architecture under three classical scenarios:
- For long-term archiving of very large volumes of data,
- To free up hard drive-based object storage systems,
- To replicate and secure cloud-based data.
Long-term archiving for research and measurement data
The rules of good scientific practice stipulate that research data should be archived for a period of ten years. It must remain reliably available for further use and follow-up research. There are numerous requirements placed on data management and long-term archiving solutions in the fields of science and research. Tape-based S3 object storage systems are ideal for both securely and cost-effectively archiving large quantities of research, measurement and multimedia data.
Information lifecycle management and storage tiering for object storage systems
Many businesses use hard-disk based object storage systems. These on-premises storage systems need to be regularly cleaned of outdated or inactive data. This is where the concept of information lifecycle management comes in. This storage strategy selects a storage tier for data based on its current lifecycle status. Outdated, inactive, “cold” data is typically not accessed any more, but it does still need to be retained. It is removed from costly primary storage systems and, using storage tiering configured with predefined rules, moved to secondary storage instead. This reduces the load on primary hard disk-based object storage systems by transferring inactive data to tape using an S3 interface.
Backing up and replicating productive cloud-based data
The cloud is a popular option for securing data: It offers flexible, scalable storage capacity—and usually similarly flexible payment options, based on the actual capacity used. In principle, the data is available anytime and anywhere, even off-premises. Nevertheless, it is risky to assume that data in the cloud is secure. Even data centers operated by big cloud providers can fall victim to viruses or ransomware, which could bring down all the clouds they host. Businesses must therefore take additional steps to secure any data stored in the cloud. Duplicating it with another cloud provider or on hard drives is out of the question, given the costs involved. Instead, replicating it to tape is the much more cost-effective option. Businesses can use an S3 interface to directly access data replicated to tape, allowing them to continue their work without interruption. This realizes a 3-2-1 backup strategy.
How to: Store objects on tape
Tapes are therefore a future-proof storage medium for countering the challenges of rising data volumes, storing unstructured data at high speeds and acceptable cost levels. One question remains, however: how to actually save object data to tapes. Object storage systems do not offer a direct connection to tape libraries, but it is inadvisable to copy objects to a file system before storing them on tape. A number of different technical factors mean that this leads to a risk of losing information.
Instead, the S3 objects themselves must be saved directly to tape. This requires a software solution that receives data via an S3 interface and then writes it to tape. PoINT Archival Gateway is a high-performance, scalable object storage system that supports tape libraries and enables a tiered storage architecture for object storage. It comes with a standard S3 REST interface and guarantees data security via integrated erasure coding. This means that with the help of PoINT Archival Gateway, you can replicate large volumes of data from object-based primary storage systems — or from the cloud — onto tape, for secure long-term storage.
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Angiotensin converting enzyme-2 (ACE2) and associated proteins play a pivotal role in various physiological and pathological events, such as immune activation, inflammation, gut barrier maintenance, intestinal stem cell proliferation, and apoptosis. Although many of these clinical events are quite significant in SIV/HIV infection, expression profiling of these proteins has not been well reported. Considering the different pathological consequences in the gut after HIV infection, we hypothesized that the expression of ACE2 and associated proteins of the Renin-angiotensin system (RAS) could be compromised after SIV/HIV infection. We quantified the gene expression of ACE2 as well as AGTR1/2, ADAM17, and TMPRSS2, and compared between SIV infected and uninfected rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta; hereafter abbreviated RMs). The gene expression analysis revealed significant downregulation of ACE2 and upregulation of AGTR2 and inflammatory cytokine IL-6 in the gut of infected RMs. Protein expression profiling also revealed significant upregulation of AGTR2 after infection. The expression of ACE2 in protein level was also decreased, but not significantly, after infection. To understand the entirety of the process in newly regenerated epithelial cells, a global transcriptomic study of enteroids raised from intestinal stem cells was performed. Interestingly, most of the genes associated with the RAS, such as DPP4, MME, ANPEP, ACE2, ENPEP, were found to be downregulated in SIV infection. HNFA1 was found to be a key regulator of ACE2 and related protein expression. Jejunum CD4+ T cell depletion and increased IL-6 mRNA, MCP-1 and AGTR2 expression may signal inflammation, monocyte/macrophage accumulation and epithelial apoptosis in accelerating SIV pathogenesis. Overall, the findings in the study suggested a possible impact of SIV/HIV infection on expression of ACE2 and RAS-associated proteins resulting in the loss of gut homeostasis. In the context of the current COVID-19 pandemic, the outcome of SARS-CoV-2 and HIV co-infection remains uncertain and needs further investigation as the significance profile of ACE2, a viral entry receptor for SARS-CoV-2, and its expression in mRNA and protein varied in the current study. There is a concern of aggravated SARS-CoV-2 outcomes due to possible serious pathological events in the gut resulting from compromised expression of RAS- associated proteins in SIV/HIV infection.
Frontiers in Immunology
Simian Immunodeficiency Virus Infection Mediated Changes in Jejunum and Peripheral SARS-CoV-2 Receptor ACE2 and Associated Proteins or Genes in Rhesus Macaques.
Frontiers in Immunology,
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Sudden infant death syndrome also termed as SIDS is denoted when a newborn dies suddenly and its cause is not able to be explained medically, by autopsy, or other detailed investigations. Infants are most prone to suffer from SIDS when they are asleep. Generally, in SIDS an infant is made to sleep and it dies in sleep without displaying any signs of suffering. SIDS comes third in causes of infant deaths in the United States of America. A diagnosis of SIDS is only given in cases when infant dies of unexplained causes and the death is sudden. In some cases after investigation, the cause of the death is found to be suffocation, neglect or some other cause.
Risk Factors for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) or Crib Death
Since the cause of SIDS is unknown, there are several risk factors for it. Some of it are listed below. SIDS is said to be caused when an infant who is biologically vulnerable is subjected to expose of an external trigger. Some of the other risk factors are as follows:
- Smoking: The risk of SIDS is high at residences where there are smokers in the house, which exposes the infants to nicotine. Also, the instances of SIDS are higher in the infants whose mothers have smoked during their pregnancy.
- Sleep: The placement of an infant when asleep is also an important factor. The infant should not be made to lie on his stomach when asleep, especially during one two to three months of age. The room temperature of the baby should be controlled that is it should not be too high or too low. Sharing the bed in which the baby sleeps with smokers and those who use alcohol also increases the risk. The American Academy of Pediatrics has recommended even for nonalcoholic and nonsmoking parents they can share the room with the baby but they should not share the same bed.
- Pregnancy: The risk of SIDS is more if the age of mother at the time of childbirth is very less and the risk decreases with age so age plays an important role. Infants at greatest risk for SIDS are those that are born from mothers in their teenage years.
- Genetic Predisposition: Genetics plays an important role in SIDS too. It is noted that SIDS affects males more than females.
- Developmental Age: SIDS generally strikes in infants under one year of age. The age of maximal risk is between 2 and f4 months of age when the ability of the infant to get up from sleep is still not fully developed. Hence it is also called as the critical developmental age.
- Other factors: Other factors that increase the risk for SIDS are infections like Staph. Aureus and E. Coli.
Diagnosis of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) or Crib Death
Some Conditions That Mimic Or Can Be Confused With Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) or Crib Death Include:
- Medium-chain Acyl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase deficiency
- Infant botulism
- Prolonged QT syndrome
- H. Pylori infection
- Different forms of child abuse.
Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) or Crib Death
To prevent SIDS from happening different measures can be undertaken such as maintaining appropriate sleep position of the baby, regular breastfeeding of the baby, minimal use of soft beds, appropriate immunizations.
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I refer to Bananagrams as “Freestyle Scrabble.” The object of most games is to win, but this one is to learn. I love Bananagrams because we’re not spending time calculating scores (not that that wouldn’t be a totally righteous mathy thing to do) but learning words—not just how to spell them but their meanings, definitions, and, if needed, what they look like. We flip an old gameboard (we have a Life gameboard that split), draw seven tiles apiece, and play Bananagrams just like Scrabble, with my tablet on standby if we need to look up a word. If we need to look something up, we go to Dictionary.com (yeah, it’s the Wikipedia of dictionaries, but I like the fun format) and use the speaker to listen to the word. The other evening, I spelled “harp,” so I not only googled an image of one but found a YouTube video to watch and listen to one being played.
Though we only do 16 words, it’s pretty involved. Bananagrams has been a great way to teach prefixes and suffixes and how just adding an e to the end of a word changes its meaning. I also just added a sign language component.
Years ago, when I still lived at home, my dad and I played Scrabble on a CD-ROM. We didn’t like keeping score or looking things up in a paper dictionary (we just wanted to play!). He hardly ever won, took forever (I once read a whole novel during his turns), was totally obsessed over landing on the triple word score squares, and always accused me of “piggybacking” off his words (i.e., scoring more off his words than he did). I’d get annoyed that he never cared what a word meant (so long it was a word) and forced him to listen to me read the definition. Mom used to play with us, but she didn’t have the patience to sit through his turns. I mean, it wasn’t chess!
Winning (for me) was harder when my mom played because she never played defensively (which was also annoying). But, I enjoyed these times with my parents immensely, and that is what I will have with my daughters. How ironic it is that what I used to play on a screen, I am playing the old school way 20 years later.
She drew pictures in the air, her eyes conveying the depth, her body language, the tone. There wasn’t one voice in the world who could drown out hers.
Her shyness had matured to introvertedness, & she saw her ability to listen rather than speak become more appreciated by those who loved to hear themselves.
As a primary speaker of ASL, she was deaf to his intelligence; as a primary reader of Braille, he was blind to her beauty. She was deaf to his intelligence, not to his music; he was blind to her beauty, not to her art.
It was the text that ended it all, for had it been face-to-face, what would have been typed might have never been said at all.
She told him how she felt in a 1000 poetic ways– through the third-person who was the funhouse mirror of herself.
Though I was disappointed that summer classes weren’t available in my degree program, it’s still been a pretty great summer. I still accomplished a lot, and used some of my time somewhat wisely. The list below pretty much sums up the season for me (so far):
Binge watched the entire series of “Medium” on Netflix (I’d missed the last season, so I started with it, and worked my way back). It’s where I got the idea of including a little note in my child’s lunch (as soon as she’s old enough to read them).
Participated in the Writer’s Digest “Poem-a-Day” challenge for the month of April.
Made my first live television appearance on “The Daily Brew” with my friend, Mandy, who also participated in the challenge.
Writing my third Harlequin novel (the first two haven’t been picked up yet) for the “So You Think You Can Write” contest.
Mastered mouse-moving dexterity with my left hand (no more carpal tunnel in my dominant hand).
Became a volunteer article writer for the Gulf Coast Kid’s House.
Enrolled in a creative writing course at the local college. I could only get into one class this semester (everything was either full, required a pre-req, or it wasn’t offered during the fall term). I used this delay as an opportunity to take a class that excites me.
Finally accepted that I will never like bananas (unless they’re in a dessert). Same goes for sweet potatoes and avocados.
Submitted my collection of children’s nursery rhymes, “Golden Stars and Silver Linings” to Wordsong Press.
Learned how to have fun for fun’s sake. Not everything has to be a learning opportunity for my two-year-old daughter. Making memories and having fun is a big part of childhood. I learned from an occupational therapist that a child’s job is to do just that: Have fun.
Became a quarter-finalist in the Mary Ballard Poetry Chapbook Prize contest for my collection of medical poetry, “Complexities”. (Final results are still pending.) Whether or not I win, I will still have completed a large body of work in a relatively short amount of time. I am determined that every piece of writing I’ve deemed good will eventually find a home. Every rejection is an opportunity to make a piece better.
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Cervical Cancer 1st ed. 2017 Edition
This book provides readers with a thorough review on cervical cancer, treatment guidelines and emerging therapies available for the disease. It reviews the epidemiology clinical features, diagnosis, and medical management of cervical cancer.
Given the increasing need for preventive strategies, treatment optimization with collaborative and integrative work, this book improves the actual and integral knowledge in this neoplasm. Given the high prevalence of this disease in Latin America, this is an important text for clinicians in this region.
This book outlines the state of the art in cervical cancer treatments and is an indispensable companion for oncologists, gynecologists, surgeons and medical students.
About the Author
Born Monterrey, N.L.Mexico, December 12, 1934. Studies: Medical Doctor, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León-, Mexico, 1952-1958; Postgraduate in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology in South Texas Medicine School; at San Antonio Texas. USA, 1959-1964; Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, 1965-1966.Doctor Honoris Causa granted by the Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Doctor in Medicine-Honoris Causa., Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León. Mexico, 11th.Cino del Duca Award, Achievement in Cancer Research” 14 th International Congress Anti-Cancer, Feb. 4, 2003.(Paris, France). Former General Director of the “Instituto Nacional de Cancerología-Mexico” (1993-2003), Distinguished Achievement Award American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Chicago, Ill Author: book Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Springer, Oct-2012, Author book Benign Disease of the Breast, Nova Publishers
Dr. Morales, is a Medical Oncologist who developed his career as a physician at the Instituto Nacional de Cancerología (INCan), in Mexico. Professor the Oncology at Embryology Department, School of Medicine, at Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico (UNAM), Assistant Profesor in the Medical Oncology at Oncology Department in the Instituto Nacional de Cancerología-UNAM.
She graduated at the “Universidad Veracruzana” as Medical Surgeon. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine
in 1997, and then continued her residency in Medical Oncology. Dr. Morales has completed a Master in Medical Sciences. She went a Oncology Observer (2004-2005) at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the Breast Cancer Department “Nelly B Conelly”. Her main research interests include Breast, Gynecologic Cancers, Fertility and Pregnancy in Patients with cancer. She has been particularly involved in the development of Oncology Clinical Research in Mexico.Born in Puebla. México, Studies Medical Doctor, Universidad Autónoma de Puebla-, Mexico, PhD. Medical School, Insti
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A lost legend of Irish literature—Maurice Walsh and ephemeral fame
Maurice Walsh (1879–1964) is now best known for his short story ‘The Quiet Man’, which was made into an Oscar-winning film, directed by John Ford and starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara. In the 1930s he was one of Ireland’s best-selling authors, and even had Ernest Hemmingway as a fan. He wrote twenty novels and a large number of short stories, many set in Scotland or the west of Ireland, reflecting a rural ideal that was fast disappearing. His novels were immensely popular, being translated into Italian, Danish, French, German and Flemish. Walsh worked for Customs and Excise in Scotland, spending much of his time in the Highlands, monitoring whisky distilleries, and his writing emphasised the historic and cultural links between Ireland and Scotland. In 1922 he transferred to the excise service of the newly formed Irish Free State and moved to Dublin. Walsh was an ardent supporter of the new state and dismayed at Irishman killing Irishman in the Civil War.
I have to say that I am a fan (and have written about his films for Books Ireland). I think Walsh is an outstanding prose writer. While in some ways he could be compared to John Buchan in the evocation of landscape and rural life, Walsh’s novels have thoughtful, slow-moving plots. His characters are complex and often consumed with moral doubts. His interlinking stories, Green Rushes, portrays the Irish War of Independence in a nuanced way. The IRA are not all untarnished heroes and there is a certain sympathy for the British soldiers forced to fight a dirty war. I recently reread The Road to Nowhere and was left wondering why Walsh is largely forgotten by the reading public today.
One reason may be that Walsh did not write adventure stories as such. His heroes do have adventures but they are not the kind that involve car chases or gunfights. Walsh’s heroes face moral dilemmas rather than international conspiracies. Often his books are explorations of what it means to be a man, rather than how to be a hero. They are usually love stories, romances for men that women could enjoy too. In the tradition of romantic novels, the path to love is strewn with difficulties. Sometimes it is a mutual dislike at first meeting; at others, it is some issue that means the hero cannot follow his heart.
The Road to Nowhere is a good example. The main protagonist, Rogan Stewart, at first dislikes the woman Elspeth Trant, but then falls in love with her. This is complicated by the fact, firstly, that she is married, and then that Rogan is implicated in the murder of her husband. Walsh’s solution to this dilemma is to send Rogan off on a year-long trek through the west of Ireland with a band of travelling people. The main purpose is for Rogan to re-evaluate his life and overcome an earlier tragedy. Fate—of course—brings his path again across that of Elspeth’s and the true identity of the murderer. In all this, apart from one massive fist fight between Rogan and the novel’s villain, there is little in the way of excitement or action. There are poetic descriptions of the Irish countryside, bucolic pictures of life on the road, and serious discussions between the characters about ethics and morals, seasoned with much whimsy. I imagine that such a synopsis pitched to an agent today would scarcely be given any consideration.
Walsh’s women are more modern than one may expect. They are, of course, beautiful and often rich, but they are also intelligent, strong-willed and faced with their own moral dilemmas. Elspeth Trant, for example, wrestles with what is the honourable thing to do when married to the wrong man, and, subsequently, what is the right course of action when you suspect that a good man has murdered your unworthy husband. Despite this, there is a certain tendency to idealise the women, and there is usually some fault, such as haughtiness or vanity, that the hero must cure her of before she can be truly happy.
While this falling between two stools, as it were—adventure and romance—may explain why Walsh is almost forgotten today, I suspect the real reason has more to do with style. I think Walsh writes some beautiful prose but he has a tendency towards formality of expression that jars on the modern ear. Even a fan like myself finds it hard to swallow sentences like: ‘After all, she was only a girl, a girl dowered dangerously in a half-strange land; not very wise, not all sophisticated, and with a great urge to own her own soul …’. And I find it hard to believe that even in the 1930s people really addressed each other as ‘My dark lady’ or ‘Woman-of-the-house’. This extends to their names also. I assume that Walsh was aiming for something romantic and grand but names such as Elspeth, Alsuin, Eudmon or Rogan just don’t sound authentic. Ultimately, I think this style makes Walsh’s writing sound affected and stilted to the modern reader, rendering his novels unreadable to many.
Consultant Editor, Books Ireland
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No matter what industry your business is in, cash is important. Having sufficient cash on hand to cover your expenses is essential. To ensure this, you will likely want to improve your cash flow. There are many factors that can impact cash flow, thus there are many ways to enhance it. The following suggestions from Portfolio Management Group that can help almost all businesses.
Get Really Good at Keeping Records
Bookkeeping is an essential part of running any business efficiently. Even if you aren’t a master of finance and accounting, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with the basics and consider hiring an accountant (even if it is an outside contractor).
Having good records and reconciling your actual income and spending against your projections can help you to catch unplanned expenses or underperforming revenue quickly. Many cash flow problems only become serious issues because they go unnoticed.
Work on Shortening Your Accounts Receivable Collection
The amount of time it takes you to collect on invoices can have a big impact on your cash flow. Working to improve your accounts receivable timeline is a great option. For example, you could offer your customers a discount for paying early. Additionally, you could create a process that ensures you follow up to collect prompt payment. Sometimes slow-paying customers only take their time because they are busy with other matters.
Cut Unnecessary Expenses
Just like you may tighten your personal budget to save extra money, you can do the same for your business. Some common unnecessary expenses include excessive food and travel costs, inefficient equipment, unnecessary business software, and bank fees due to poor money management.
You may be surprised by how much cash you can make available simply by being more diligent with your expenses. An expense tracking app may help you to stay on top of it all.
Another common expense is your taxes. You may be spending too much, particularly if you have your business organized as the wrong type of entity. Consider switching to a limited liability company to enjoy the tax benefits of a partnership with extra liability protection.
Don’t Leave Supplies or Money Sitting Around
Make sure your assets are working for you. You should make sure your cash is earning money by either putting it in a high-yield savings account or even actively investing it. Similarly, you don’t want to have supplies and other assets sitting around your business. Consider adopting a leaner model (such as just-in-time inventory) to help you cut costs. Remember, inventory is dollars sitting on the shelf!
Invest in Cybersecurity
A cyberattack can easily snuff out a small business in the blink of an eye. And with cybercriminals continuing to target small businesses, it’s not a matter of if anymore, it’s a matter of when you’ll be hit. An attack on your business could have a significant impact on your cash flow, not to mention your reputation. To ensure your business can manage a cyberattack, it’s absolutely critical to have a plan in place, and to work with dedicated cyber threat services. An IT security team can help ensure software is up to date, check on necessary patches, deploy the ideal protections, run regular tests, regularly back up your information and secure your IT infrastructure.
Use Debt Wisely
Some business owners are very hesitant to use debt or leases because they don’t want to be making monthly payments. However, this may be a mistake. The right financial products can help you to spread out costs and maximize your cash flow. For example, a line of credit can help to give you an extra cushion for your expenses. Similarly, leasing equipment can help you avoid major upfront expenses and eliminate the risk of owning obsolete, valueless equipment.
Start Improving Your Cash Flow Today
Discover more about improving your cash flow today. With the above tips and a few other strategies, you could ensure that your business is a lean and efficient machine.
If you’re struggling with cash flow, contact Portfolio Management Group today for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation. We will analyze your cash flow and build a custom plan to improve your cash position.
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There are many benefits of knowledge sharing. Organisational sharing expertise helps create a competitive business advantage.
Knowledge sharing improves operational efficiency and helps businesses quickly respond to change. Teams need information-sharing capabilities to support organisational and strategic activities.
Let’s look at how data transparency can improve operational activities. Tina, the Minister’s personal assistant, needs access to last week’s PR meeting. Kevin, from the PR department is sick and won’t be accessible until after the weekend. In this case, a transparent knowledge management system would help Tina retrieve the knowledge she needs without the need to communicate with Kevin.
Positives of encouraging transferring knowledge across internal teams
The creation, application, and maintenance of knowledge are essential for business survival. Without effective communication, the business could suffer from process inefficiencies, increased costs and could potentially communicate false information to stakeholders. You can read our previous article to find out more about the importance of consistent messaging to your stakeholders.
- Creating a sustainable advantage. Knowledge is power. Sharing expertise broadens business knowledge, thus creating a competitive advantage.
- Knowledge remains within the company. When a team member leaves the organisation their internal business knowledge should stay with the business. Yes, there are confidentiality agreements, but how can you ensure data is secure? Personal work computers and randomly generated passwords are an effective start. Train your employees to know where to share the information and how to retrieve the data relevant to them.
- Accelerating change. Everything is continuously changing. This includes technology, business processes and social settings. In five years, 50% of your organisational knowledge will become obsolete. How can you confirm tacit knowledge remains with the business? Through data transparency. For example, getting employees to document their thought process to overcome business hurdles.
Effective knowledge transfer takes time
The benefits of knowledge sharing don’t appear overnight. Data management systems, internal sharing and overcoming information transfer barriers take weeks, even months to put in place. Our article about knowledge sharing across internal teams communicates different ways to implement data transparency.
Introduce internal communication to your business. Set a goal and create milestones to help achieve it.
Does your business have a Consultation Manager system? We can provide you with the software and solutions to create a detailed and transparent knowledge base.
Knowledge sharing benefits summary
Need a quick refresher? Here’s an infographic about the 3 benefits of knowledge sharing.
Enjoyed this blog? Read the next article in our “knowledge sharing series”: How to overcome the common reasons employees are resistant to share information.
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If you’re searching for a option to make your consuming much more environment friendly, or should you don’t have a lot area, then dinette sets may hold the reply for you. Though it has changed many instances in type and size it has all the time remained an important a part of family life. All of the members may very well be seated around the dinette table and have the food served in the kitchen. If in case you have the room, you may want to go a bit of larger than what could be a snug fit for those who normally sit at your dining table sets.
Usually, having armchairs on the eating table creates a more formal look. The very best function of a dinette set is that you don’t require a lot house for it. Any empty area within the kitchen might be used for this purpose. Throughout the Renaissance, in Spain and Italy, rectangular tables had been designed with finish supports braced by stretchers; they typically had an arcade of columns by the center.
Another nice benefit of small table in the kitchen is that they so easily fit into a nook in the kitchen. With a small table where you may all eat collectively within the kitchen, you usually tend to eat collectively without all the formality that comes with the dining room table.
Eating tables, dining sets and some other type of furniture for the room wherein we all gather to eat have change into very fashionable in trendy occasions. There is a reason wooden is the preferred alternative of material for a dining desk and chair set; its naturally beautiful nuances and wide number of options make wood a traditional and sturdy selection.
We now have been relying on rolling butcher blocks, pot racks, and bakers racks to add work and storage space to assist compensate for the lack of countertop area within the kitchen and the lack of surface space on the smaller eating tables. Really, eating room units are the way to go as a result of one could have all the pieces that you want in your dining house.
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Holistic development and the tale of the unclear requirement
I am a big believer in holistic development, and before I go and present my opinion on this let’s start with the elephant in the room: What exactly does holistic mean ?
Holistic — characterized by the belief that the parts of something are intimately interconnected and explicable only by reference to the whole.
So, what does this all mean ?
Well, I admit that this might sound a wee bit woo woo to some people, but bear with me for a while. You might end up liking this holistic approach.
The word that I want to focus on is interconnected. Why ? Well most people strongly believe that in order to have a successful software project you need some requirements some software developer / coders / engineers, a manager and everything after falls into place. Starting from this assumption there are a ridiculous amount of click-baity articles on the internet that go to the trouble of telling you why software projects fail.
Here: example search
If you take the time and go through some of them, you will probably get a lot of good and useful advice, and you will mostly see that all of them include the following reasons:
- Poor communication
- Unclear requirements
Assuming that you have access to a team that is quite capable technically, you still have 50–50 chances to pull it through. Are you ready for the coin flip ?
Not so fast tiger!
Let’s just pause here for a moment and give this some thought. From this two bullet points we can deduce that this has something to do with the attitude and engagement of everybody involved.
Well, let’s pick “unclear requirements”.
What does this mean ? That they were improperly written ? That they were way to vague ? That there were items there that were contradicting themselves ? What actually was the problem, and more importantly when did this became a “problem” ? Who wrote this anyway ? Off with their heads!
Okay… I got a bit carried away there, but we have to admit that this is the way that project postmortems work, someone on the business side comes and asks for a ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS, with the single intent to find a poor soul that can be made responsible for the current mess, point some fingers and move to the next project where the gods of coin flipping will, hopefully, favor them. But as we will further see is that, more than usually there isn’t one person that is responsible for something, it’s a team effort.
What can we do different to try to increase our chances in the future ? Well let us pick one of the aforementioned questions and have a go at it with some ridiculous, yet oddly plausible, scenarios:
When did the requirements become a problem ?
Yeah, no kidding, when? Because this is the single, most important question that we need to ask and address in order to unlock the other ones.
The point of this question is not to be snarky or look smart, is just to pin point the moment in time when somebody discovered and “communicated” that the requirements are not crystal clear. By asking this question we can get one of the following scenarios:
1. Right at the beginning
This is the most glorious scenario, someone noticed the problem, mustered the courage and told everyone that there is a problem here. Hopefully this happened before any estimations were done ( if any ) or before any code was written. Chances are that in this case, the inconsistencies were analyzed and cleared and the coin heavily favors the “Heads” outcome.
If you are in this case you have probably have an environment where people are engaged and feel safe to raise possible issues.
2. In the middle
Well, let’s say that you are ending sprint 7, and one of the epics that was started in sprint 3, and it was estimated for 2 sprints is still in progress ( I know this hardly happens in reality). People start to get antsy, the project manager sends everyone an email invitation for a status meeting. When the mail hits the inbox, you could hear a rather powerful *gulp* sound resonating through the fancy open space office.
What happens next ?
It’s 2 pm, everybody is waiting in the meeting room. More or less most of the team members have knowledge of this problem. Everybody has an opinion, they just don’t really want to talk about it. Finally the PM arrives and the meeting kicks off, after the usual pleasantries that are part of this kind of “escalation” meeting, everybody discusses the problem, starting from the possible misunderstanding of the developer that was working on the problem, to possible implementation issues, to the fact that the requirement itself was contradicting with an already implemented requirement ( feature ). After some productive brainstorming the team goes through a slew of workarounds, alternative implementations, different technical options, and conclude that the actual problem was with the requirement. They formulate a few alternatives to the requirement that will resolve this problem, send it to the customer which admits that the initial requirement was flawed and everybody goes their marry way. What a win!
The managers congratulates everyone for their contribution, praise their ingenuity and tells his superiors about his team capacity of solving problems.
Right ? Well it is all well when it ends well. Is it though ? I mean the coin still has a slight edge toward the “Heads” side but let’s think about how frequent this is ? In all seriousness, how many resources have been spent on a problem that could have been fixed easily in the first scenario ?
Let’s say it is a team of 5 people with sprints of 2 weeks and a 25% allocated manager. The cost breakdown would be something like this: 1 developer worked on this for 4 sprints ( 2 months ) — 40h / week * 8 weeks, all the team participated in a 4 hour meeting (6 people * 4 hours ). This is roughly 344h (man hours) , and this does not include the implementation of the refined requirement epic. Also apart from the cost (paychecks / rent / electricity / free drinks / free coffee ), there are also the frustration of the people involved, just imagine ( or remember ) how is it to spend 8 weeks,aka 2 months, on something that is doomed to fail. Awesome, right ?!
I know, I know … This example is a bit extreme, but think about it, this can happen on a story basis, several times a sprint, and to make matters worse, all this compounds over time, and worse, sometimes this kind of problems don’t get escalated, people start building weird kind of workarounds, dubious implementation, and in worse cases, go along with a pseudo implementation of the contrived requirement which leads to our next scenario.
3. The release disappointment
So in this scenario, the developer managed to sneak in a really *clever* workaround, jumped some hoops, and managed to fulfill the crocked requirement. It does what it says in the epic and stories. The release was delayed a few times, but it’s agile, you know how this works (spoiler: it doesn’t ). Software is a form of art, it takes time (quite a lot), but a few month later, the time for the great release has arrived, the last commit was made, code freeze.
The team has this awesome CI / CD pipeline, branches, unit tests, 99% code coverage on the business logic code, everything works. The code is live. Everybody pat themselves on the back, tomorrow, the client acceptance meeting will be just a formality, everything works, no crashes, just like according to the specs.
The next day, the big moment, all stakeholders are here, the company booked their nicest conference room. The highest ranking person has the awesome opening speech, everybody laughs, everybody cheers. Some QA or PM starts the presentation / walk through … starts presenting the creation. Everything goes as planned, seems the lunch time break might be on time, but and at some point, out of nowhere a resounding “Oh!…” is heard in the room.
Suddenly tension fills the room. Nobody on the development team says anything, hoping for this just to go away … right when the presenter is about to click the mouse and move on, that one guy on the clients team that you never liked, yeah the one in the smart casual sporty suit says something that hits like a ton of bricks:
This is not how we do it!
That one guy!
So, what now ? Well, one of your PM / Sales guys starts taking notes, asking questions and taking more notes, a few days of heated debates, things become a bit more clear, the overall system was good, apart from this one small thing in the core domain. So the sales guy drafts an offer to do the required changes on the companies money, or if the sales guy is really crafty he could argue that the software is according to spec, and in some cases he would convince the client to pay for the necessary work as a change request. Now this is a win, mo`money is always good !
Now, after the 6 month, having a 4 person refactoring project that had to redo the problematic parts of the system and also the parts that were highly dependent on them, everybody is happy!
Yet again, the example is quite naive and simplistic, but you get the point. The client could be internal or external, it does not really matter. The problem is that this was major flaw, be it in the form of a requirement. Now depending on your company’s business model this might even be considered success, but again it sure does not feel like it is.
What can we learn from this scenario ? How did we get here ? At first, the knee jerk reaction is to say that since the requirements were wrong, it’s not the development teams fault. But, unfortunately in the real world there are so many cases were people are so disengaged, afraid to speak up, or even worse, hide behind the “it’s not my job” mantra. This leads to having this type of problems occur quite frequent. They don’t have to be this dramatic, and they may occur on the sprint basis, but again if this happens once every two sprints, they will add up.
4. The everything seems fine
In this scenario, in the meeting room, that guy in the weird suit was playing candy crush on his phone and did not pay attention, nobody else had any comments on the software, everybody is happy. The company writes a new contract for further development and maintenance of the application for the next 2 years.
I believe you see where I am going with this, this is the most insidious and dangerous path possible.
There are so many way on how things can go wrong but here a just a few:
Your boss decides that your team, since you successfully delivered the project from scratch, your team should get on the next new project, and let a more junior team handle the further development of the current software project, since it is stable, and the client was really satisfied.
After a few months of “production time” between all the new functionality the client adds a new story that corrects the initial flawed requirement. Now the new team, trying to uphold the high standards that were set up by the founding team, goes in guns blazing and start implementing the changes. But this seems to be breaking a big chunk of the application. Most of the functionality since then was built on top of that specific requirement, you are in sort of a check mate position.
This takes way longer than anticipated, more resources get pulled in, the overall velocity goes out the window. At some point the team thinks they did it push it live, only to have 20 bugs or so be reported in the first few hours. Now everybody is talking to everybody, escalation after escalation. Two month in, 70% of the time is used to fix bugs. Each time something changes, something somewhere breaks. Since this escalated, nobody had the time to update or add new automated tests, currently the only way to get feedback is by having some QA team do smoke tests, all the time, for each change.
Sooner or later the customer will be disappointed, after that they will decide to switch you for another shop, that will be tasked with the maintenance of this application transforming their lives in this living hell of workarounds, fixes, bugs and weird technical solutions.
Your team, probably will be burn out, demoralized, heck Jim handed his resignation, and after completing an online class opened his own handmade leather goods business. Mary still gets an empty stomach sensation went she gets and email notification from Jira.
Dramatic, I know, but just try to remember the last project that you were tasked to maintain that you were not part of the development. Did you ever wondered why you had to do it ? Why didn’t the people who initially developed it were abandoned ?
In this imagination exercise was just went for one question. This whole chain of events was set from only one bad requirement. Maybe no one really thought about, or really cared about its underlying implication (coders be coding) and took it at face value, maybe someone actually discovered the problem but did not communicate it. Or maybe someone did raised this problem, was discussed in the team but the project manager wasn’t informed, or the client wasn’t informed.
I will let you do this kind of exercise with the other question. I have faith in you.
TLDR; Software development is complex
This is the point of the holistic approach. Building software is a complex system problem. We need to own this, accept this and start paying more attention to details. Almost everything counts, all the small details come together and influence an outcome. In order to try and deliver a successful project, there are a lot of things that we need take into account.
For those that are not familiar with complex systems I’m planning the next post to be a very informal introduction to the concept an also provide some materials (but of course you can always look to cousin google for this).
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Alcohol and Drug Rehab Facilities: Information and Statistics
Drug and alcohol rehab is there to help people who live in Aurora, Illinois. But many people do not realize that assistance is available to help them recover from their addictions. Instead, they silently sentence themselves to a lifetime of continuing to use substances, doing more and more danger to their minds and bodies.
The right treatment can make a big difference. Going to rehab offers people help for both the physical and mental sides of their addictions. Because people can be so hesitant to decide to get treatment, we wanted to offer the following information about drug and alcohol rehab programs in Aurora.
Drug and Alcohol Addiction Facts and Statistics for the Aurora Area: The Need for Rehab
There are many people in Aurora, Illinois who are in need of drug and alcohol treatment. Many of them may not even realize they need to go to rehab, but the statistics tell a very different story.
According to the Coroner’s Report from DuPage County in Illinois, in 2019:
One person died from acute alcohol intoxication.
Fourteen people died from drug and alcohol intoxication combined.
81 people died from a combination of drugs.
Nine people died from intoxication from a single drug.
There was a total of four fatal drug overdoses either from a single drug or a combination.
Regarding opioid overdose statistics in Aurora:
- There were a total of 95 overdose deaths from all opioids in 2017.
- Illegal drugs were involved in 72 of those deaths.
- 23 of them involved heroin alone.
- 32 of them involved a mixture of heroin and fentanyl.
- 17 of them involved fentanyl alone.
- 23 of them involved prescription painkillers.
Regarding alcohol abuse in DuPage County:
- 19.9% of adults reported drinking excessively in 2017.
- This percentage is actually lower than the number from 2016, which was 22.4%.
- DuPage County is very similar to other counties in Illinois regarding excessive drinking behaviors.
- But more people participate in heavy drinking in this county than in the rest of the country.
- In 2017, there were 75.7 ER visits for every 10,000 people in DuPage county because of abusing alcohol.
- That number is significantly higher than it was in 2016, when it was 50.3 for every 10,000 people.
What is Alcohol and Drug Rehab?
Alcohol and drug rehab is a place people in Aurora can go to get help with their substance abuse problems. Professional treatment is available to help with the physical and psychological aspects of addiction.
The Detoxification Process
Drug and alcohol detox is a requirement for many types of addictions, including alcohol, benzodiazepines, stimulants and a few others. Detoxing allows the body to rid itself of harmful toxins, which contribute to symptoms of withdrawal.
Detox programs in Aurora typically offer a combination of medical and holistic treatment options to their patients. A person may be given medications to help with their symptoms, or they may enter into medication-assisted treatment, or MAT. Holistic treatment options are also available and are a great complement during the detoxification process.
Therapy and Rehab
The goal of therapy during rehab is to determine why a person got addicted to their drug(s) of choice. People begin using substances for many reasons. Some use to relieve stress or as a way to relax. Others use because they are attempting to self-medicate the symptoms of a co-occurring disorder. This means they have a mental health issue that has contributed to their substance abuse problems.
Once the root cause is understood and diagnosed, it is important to treat it. That reduces the risk of relapsing later on. This typically involves both individual and group therapy sessions as well as dual diagnosis treatment.
Types of Rehab Programs Available in Aurora, IL
There is really no “best” way to treat a drug or alcohol addiction. What is best is what works for the individual, so it is important for each person to choose the type of program that will work best to meet their needs.
There are many types of addiction treatment programs in Aurora, and they include the following.
Inpatient rehab programs are available to provide short-term residential care to people with drug and alcohol addictions. These programs usually run for about 28 days and they involve detox (if needed) as well as many types of therapy.
Intensive Outpatient Programs
Intensive outpatient programs, or IOPs, offer a higher level of care on an outpatient basis. They are usually held in the evening hours, which leaves the daytime open for people to continue to work or go to school. They run for about 12 weeks, and clients are required to come to appointments several times throughout the week.
Partial hospitalization programs offer treatment for substance abuse and mental health conditions. They operate during the daytime and clients are able to stay for the entire day, if necessary. They participate in individual and group therapy sessions as well as in other activities.
Sober Living Homes
Sober living homes are residential buildings that offer housing to people in addiction recovery. They do not provide treatment, and so, residents will need to secure that on their own. They can be a great solution for someone who is unable to return home after rehab because it is not safe.
Long-Term Rehab or Residential Treatment
Sometimes people need to go to rehab for a longer period of time than 28 days. Long-term or residential rehab programs fill that need. Their patients can stay for months while they detox and receive therapy.
Traveling to Aurora, Illinois for Rehab
Rehab is a major life decision that people take seriously in making. With all the questions that have to be answered regarding rehab, one of those is where the rehab should occur. With so many options available, there are a number of good reasons a person could choose to go to rehab in another state.
Those reasons could include:
- To change the normal routine in their life. With addiction comes a lot of negative influences and triggers. Depending on what caused the addiction to begin with, it is very important for those things to be acknowledged and then to remove them from the daily routine. What if a trigger is driving by a park? Or the apartment a person lives in? Removing triggers is not that easy. This is why going out of state would be advantageous. Many of those triggers and influences would not be present in a different setting altogether.
- Commitment to finish the program. Rehab is difficult and staying the course is something that can be hard for some people to do. When close to home, the option to walk, or run, away is always an option. There may be friends or family that will come pick up the person from the rehab facility. Out of state, this is not usually an option. While rehab is voluntary and patients can walk out any time they want to, being faced with having to buy a plane ticket and finding their own way home can be daunting.
- To limit distractions. A rehab program is something to focus on and to be taken seriously. Sure, everyone has life that still happens around them. But, some of the everyday life occurrences can be triggers and only act as a distraction from completing the program.
- To maintain confidentiality and privacy. No matter what kind of influence a person has in their community, there can be a negative stigma that goes along with knowing someone is in rehab. Many people get fearful they will see someone from rehab in their community or that people will find out they are attending rehab. This is less likely to happen out of state.
- To experience different facilities. Some rehab facilities have specialized treatments that just aren’t available everywhere. The rehab center in Aurora could offer something that a patient needs and their local facility doesn’t have. This can help them get the most out of rehab.
- To start a new life. The end goal for most people in rehab is to have a fresh start. All of the previous reasons contribute to this. Also, when out of state, new relationships can be formed and better decisions can be made.
If you have thought about any of these things and would like to travel for rehab, consider our facility in Aurora, Illinois.
Should People Consider Traveling from Aurora, IL to Arizona for Rehab?
Many people would rather to go rehab out of town than attend a program that is close to them. They may have a desire for more privacy, or they may have a difficult living situation and want to move away from home. Either way, help is available to them.
At SpringBoard Recovery, we have an excellent outpatient rehab program and we also offer sober living services. We can easily accommodate anyone who wants to travel to Arizona from Aurora for rehab.
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A bipartisan group of mayors from across the country has unanimously backed an ambitious commitment for US cities to run entirely on renewable sources such as wind and solar by 2035.
The fight against climate change: four cities leading the way in the Trump era
As the US Conference of Mayors wrapped up in Miami Beach on Monday, leaders from more than 250 cities voted on symbolic resolutions pushing back against Donald Trump on climate change and immigration.
Steve Benjamin, the Democratic mayor of Columbia, South Carolina, proposed the resolution with three other mayors. Mayors had been on the frontline of climate and energy issues for a long time, he said, adding that the president’s actions had ignited the excitement of mayors and citizens who want to do more.
Read the full article, published by The Guardian on 27/6/17, at https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/jun/26/hundreds-of-us-mayors-vow-not-to-wait-for-trump-on-clean-energy
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We all know what it's like to feel out of control. Your boss is in a bad mood, your meeting is delayed and you're forced to stay late, only to get stuck in traffic and miss spin class. Needless to say, there's a lot in life we can't control, but there is one thing you can change: your response. |
Specifically, the way you respond to an uncontrollable situation makes all the difference. When you respond positively, you create the opportunity to handle unpleasant feelings in a healthy manner. Responding positively also allows you to engage with the situation in a way that doesn't derail your accomplishments thus far.
On the other hand, responding negatively amplifies hostile emotions. It can also take a toll on your health, especially if you tend to cope by turning to emotional eating or drinking alcohol. Other negative responses, like neglecting responsibilities and lashing out at others, can also harm your relationships and social well-being.
The positive response isn't just about making the best of a situation, though. "[It helps us] cultivate a more peaceful internal experience," says Sharon Brock, M.S., a corporate mindfulness instructor and mindfulness coach based in California. This intentional action allows us to soothe unpleasant emotions like anger, stress and sadness. Simultaneously, it reduces the chances of making unhealthy choices fueled by those same emotions.
That's not to say that responding positively is a walk in the park; it takes hard work and practice to hone the habit. However, by re-framing the way you approach uncontrollable situations, you can find opportunities to master the positive response.
Reacting vs. Responding
At first glance, "reacting" and "responding" may seem identical. When it comes to the way we engage with situations, though, the actions are worlds apart.
According to Brock, "reacting" and "responding" involve different parts of the brain: the amygdala (which controls fear) and the pre-frontal cortex (which controls reasoning). When we feel threatened, the amygdala fires up and we react. In turn, we behave based on thoughts and emotions produced by this region.
The catch? The amygdala fires, whether you're being chased by a tiger or receiving a poor performance review. "It doesn't [distinguish] that one is a life-threatening situation and the other is not," explains Brock. "It's an evolutionary mechanism that is simply not rational—it's just there to keep you alive."
Therefore, when you react to a situation, you behave based on the "fight-or-flight" fear response of the amygdala. This can spiral into feelings of stress and anxiety, making it easy to turn to unhealthy coping strategies like emotional eating.
In contrast, responding involves the reasoning abilities of the pre-frontal cortex. When we respond, we use mindfulness to realize that the situation is not life-threatening after all. This realization, Brock explains, calms the amygdala and activates the pre-frontal cortex, allowing us to exercise self-control and tackle problems. Ultimately, responding positively lets us handle negative experiences in a constructive way as we act from a place of understanding and compassion for everyone involved—including ourselves.
Responding Positively to 4 Situations We Can't Control
It's no secret life is a highly subjective experience. Yet, we all know what it's like to deal with circumstances that are out of our hands. This is especially common in the workplace, where employees, teams and departments are part of a bigger picture. After all, with so many moving parts, the work environment is remarkably prone to uncontrollable situations.
Let's look at how you can engage with some of these scenarios in a healthy way. Over time, as you teach yourself to respond positively, you'll be able to take charge of your emotional and mental experiences.
1. Unexpected Situations
Unforeseen circumstances are a normal part of life, and the workplace is no exception. For example, if a meeting runs longer than planned, you may have to cancel a workout or lunch date with a friend.
Instead of harboring negative feelings toward the situation, ask yourself: Can I control this?
Asking yourself this question can help you pause and think critically, says Laura Petiford, P.M.H.N.P., L.M.F.T., a psychiatric nurse practitioner and therapist in Connecticut. "[It] serves as a reminder that our responses are one of the few things we do have control over," she says. Consequently, you can pump the brakes on knee-jerk reactions and operating on autopilot.
It also offers guidance for making the next move. "If the answer is 'yes', we can shift into problem-solving mode and take action," explains Brock. "If the answer is 'no', we can shift into accepting mode."
Brock adds, "When we fully accept whatever is present, [we can] release the 'grip' of trying to control everything. From this more peaceful state of mind, we are able to work with the situation—rather than against it—and increase our ability to respond positively."
From office relocations to new bosses, there's nothing like a major change to spark anxiety and stress. The practice of responding positively, however, can significantly impact how those unpleasant emotions rule your life.
When you're faced with the unknown, ask yourself why the change makes you so uncomfortable. Don't hesitate to dig deeply, even if that means writing a stream of consciousness letter to yourself or venting to a close friend outside the office. By understanding the reasons behind your discomfort, you may be able to relieve some of your anxiety.
Another approach is to recognize that change is an inevitable part of life. Remind yourself that life revolves around transition and transformation. While you're at it, acknowledge that what is familiar to you now was once unfamiliar.
"Being gentle with ourselves when major change is occurring is imperative," says Petiford. "So let yourself experience those [negative] feelings and remember that new experiences are possible through change."
3. Actions of Other People
When you're angry, hurt or annoyed by someone else's behavior, it can be difficult to stay positive. It's even more frustrating when it happens at work, where there's the added pressure of job demands and expectations. Maybe a co-worker tore apart your presentation behind your back, or perhaps you just dealt with a rude customer or client—either way, another person's undesirable behavior can easily ruin a good day.
To practice the positive response, remind yourself that you are not responsible for other people's actions or thoughts. Recognize that people act based on their own fears, issues and insecurities. Remember that what people do and say is a reflection of them—not you.
Check in with your inner dialogue, too. How are you speaking to yourself? Would you speak to your best friend in the same way? If there's a difference, consider why you're not talking to yourself in the same regard.
"We all have a tape running in our heads, and sometimes we aren't even cognizant of this ongoing chatter," says Petiford. "Strive to become aware of any critical thoughts, [and] cultivate dialogue you would use with your best friend."
4. Undesired Outcomes
Whether you're pitching ideas or selling products, your job revolves around specific outcomes. But when our efforts are fruitless or don't unfold according to plan, it's common to react with shame and disappointment.
In this scenario, Petiford recommends looking at the outcome as a source of rich information. For example, at work, this information can highlight what processes need to be changed. In more personal matters, uninvited outcomes can emphasize your needs and wants.
With this outlook, you can utilize the unfavorable outcome as a guide toward a new direction. Moreover, you'll allow yourself to respond with intention instead of retaliation.
Like mindful eating and exercise, responding positively is a lifelong practice. Your ability to respond to different scenarios in a healthy manner will be challenged almost every day. The best you can do is to approach each situation as a lesson in disguise. With time and practice, you'll be able to respond in a way that prevents uncontrollable circumstances from controlling your life.
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In what should have been an open-and-shut case, a Miami home owner shot and killed a burglar that intended to rob her property and possibly hurt or kill her.
17-year old Trevon Johnson’s final action as a human being was to invade the private residence of a Florida woman who, unfortunately for Mr. Johnson, believed in her 2nd Amendment right to protect herself with a firearm.
The police have ruled the shooting incident a case of self-defense.
Nonetheless, Johnson’s family members have made some stunning statements to the news media in response to the justified killing of the teenage home invader. They have condemned the property owner, declaring that she had no right to protect herself by shooting him while he was burglarizing her home.
“You have to look at it from every child’s point of view that was raised in the hood. You have to understand, how he gonna get his money to have clothes to go to school? You have to look at it from his point of view.”
Obviously, how could we have not considered that there is no earthly way that an individual can get money for school clothes without breaking into someone’s home and stealing their belongings.
In essence, Mr. Johnson’s relatives are speaking out against the woman’s right to protect herself from his attempt to invade her home, steal her private possessions, and possibly do her physical harm.
Ms. Harris added,
“I don’t care if she have her gun license or any of that. That is way beyond the law, way beyond. He was not supposed to die like this. He had a future ahead of him. Trevon had goals. He was a funny guy, very big on education, loved learning.”
While it’s very natural for a family in mourning to focus on the good qualities of somebody that they loved, especially when the last act that that person did was commit a crime, good traits and qualities are not enough to excuse their behavior.
Everybody has something good that you could say about them, even people who are openly despised by millions of Americans. Hillary Clinton, for example, has supporters who might admire her cackle, appreciate how effortlessly she lies and gets away with criminal activity, or how easily she funnels foreign money into her family charity.
However, the good traits observed by her supporters do not excuse the fact that she is a known liar, that according to the FBI did break the law, and, as Secretary of State, coordinated millions of dollars of foreign donations into her charity ahead of her presidential run.
Just as we should not give Hillary Clinton a free pass because she might have some good qualities, we do not give Trevon a pass for trying to burgle a home. Nobody deserves to die for breaking into someone else’s home, but it is an understood risk associated with the act.
After all, as many other people have pointed out, what would have happened to the home owner if she did not have her weapon when Mr. Johnson entered her home.
Finally, where was Mr. Johnson’s family when it was time to provide him with his “school clothes?” Is robbing a person’s home really the only way that they can think of to provide for their personal needs and desires?
Source: Conservative Tribune
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By Jonathan Bernstein / Bloomberg Opinion
After staying pretty stable from mid-January until early May, President Joe Biden’s approval ratings have declined over the past few weeks, hitting a new low at 39 percent. Biden spent most of that recent period as the least popular president of the polling era on a comparative basis. He’s now faring somewhat better than Harry Truman did; Biden’s at 39 percent on day 526 of his presidency, compared to Truman’s 33 percent; which might offer some reason for optimism, given that Truman wound up winning re-election. But in the short run, it certainly bodes poorly for Democrats, given that Truman’s party was clobbered in November 1946.
As to why Biden is doing so poorly? There are too many potentially relevant variables to be certain of anything. But both historical patterns and the week-to-week fluctuations over the last year suggest some answers. I remain convinced that it’s really just two things. The one that hurt him badly from late last summer through early this year was the continuing spread of the coronavirus, which put everyone in a sour mood that still hasn’t lifted. Again, there’s no way to prove anything, but the rise of the delta wave followed by the overwhelming omicron wave during the winter corresponded closely with Biden sliding from more than 50 percent approval down to about 42 percent.
And then there’s inflation. Biden’s recent slide corresponds to the major spike in gas prices beginning on Memorial Day weekend. On the pandemic we’re mostly guessing; there’s no data from a century ago to track the effects of the Spanish Flu on presidential popularity. But there’s plenty of evidence over the years that the economy — and especially inflation and gas prices — has a powerful influence on approval ratings and subsequent elections. In fact, Truman in 1946 was unpopular mainly because of a postwar surge in prices, and his support increased by 1948 largely because that surge had receded. As political scientist Richard Skinner put it, “The current political environment is very pundit-unfriendly because if you honestly want to explain Dem problems the answer is inflation, inflation, inflation. That makes for a boring column!”
One piece of good news for Biden is that gas prices peaked two weeks ago and have since retreated a bit. One can even imagine an optimistic scenario in which inflation has topped out and gas prices continue descending for a while, while the omicron wave also begins to dissipate. If that does happen — and assuming that no other major troubles turn up — it’s plausible that Biden would begin to regain some more support.
Don’t listen to those who say that voters have made up their minds permanently about him. Plenty of presidents have recovered from worse than what Biden is now going through, including Truman, Bill Clinton and Ronald Reagan. Of course, many partisan Republicans never approved of Clinton, and just as many partisan Democrats never approved of Reagan. But both of those presidents became wildly popular at times, and it’s certainly possible that Biden could do the same.
All that said, this latest dip suggests something pretty important for the midterms. In early May, when Biden’s approval rating was at about 42 percent, Democrats could still hope that if only he gained a percentage point a month, he would be close to 50 percent — and might then have a net positive approval rating — by Election Day. Now? That same 1-point-a-month improvement wouldn’t even get him to 45 percent approval. Sure, better is possible, but at this point it would take something more than just a run of relatively normal good news to get him there.
Democrats can still hope that they’ll outperform Biden’s approval in the midterms. Some polling, at this point, looks better for them than presidential approval alone would predict. Perhaps some combination of favorable news and particular candidates will help them out. But that’s not a bet that many political parties want to make.
Jonathan Bernstein is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering politics and policy.
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The land Down Under is home to plenty of delicious sweet and savoury fare, but here are 10 iconic foods we can truly celebrate this Australia Day.
The lamington is certainly one of Australia's edible national symbols; there's even a National Lamington Day on July 21.
When you bite into the square-shaped sponge cake coated in chocolate icing and desiccated coconut, it is easy to see why it is so popular.
Sometimes it even comes in two halves with a layer of jam and cream in the middle, making it the perfect accompaniment to an afternoon tea or coffee.
The lamington was invented more than a century ago and named after Queensland's governor at the time, Lord Lamington.
Exactly who whipped together the first recipe is still up for debate, with both Toowoomba and Ipswich claiming to be the lamington's birthplace.
2. Meat pie
They're a staple at sporting events and parties and the cause of many a burnt tongue — the humble meat pie is the epitome of Australian food.
The meat pie hit our shores at the same time as the First Fleet, and by 1891 George Sargent was commercially producing them in Sydney.
Today meat pies are so popular that Australians eat an average of 12 a year — that's 270 million pies (according to Food Standards Australia).
And while there's plenty of gourmet varieties now on the market, it is hard to go past the old-school flaky pastry containing diced or minced meat with gravy.
Love it or hate it, after 90 years Vegemite is still an Australian breakfast staple.
Spread on toast, bread or crackers, or even added to casseroles or layered in cheesy scrolls, the black, salty paste sure is versatile.
Chemist Cyril Callister created the vitamin B spread from brewer's yeast in 1922 for the Fred Walker Company and called it Pure Vegetable Extract.
A national competition saw it labelled Vegemite and it hit the shelves in October 1923.
But Marmite still dominated the market and poor sales saw Vegemite's name changed to Parwill in 1928.
The change was a flop and a switch back to Vegemite saw the spread finally take off 14 years later.
In 1939 the British Medical Association endorsed Vegemite for its health properties, and during World War II Australia's armed forces ordered so much Vegemite that rationing was imposed at home to meet demand for the troops.
The Happy Little Vegemites jingle hit radio airwaves in 1954 and resonates with many Australians to this day, so much so we buy more than 22 million jars of the spread every year.
Both Australia and New Zealand claim to have invented pavlova in honour of Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova, who visited both countries in the 1920s.
Either way, the meringue-based dessert is one of Australia's premier sweet treats.
With its crisp crust and soft, light centre, decorated with whipped cream and fresh fruit, it is hard to go past fresh pavlova at any gathering.
5. Tim Tam
Two chocolate biscuits filled with a chocolate cream centre and covered in more chocolate — these biscuits aren't good for anyone watching their waist line.
Invented by Arnott's Ian Norris and named by Ross Arnott after the horse that won the 1958 Kentucky Derby, Tim Tams first hit our shelves in 1964.
Since then there have been many varieties of Tim Tams and our love of this choc bikkie has only grown, with more than 45 million packets sold in Australia each year.
Next time you sit down to enjoy a Tim Tam, why not try a Tim Tam slam?
Bite off the opposite corners of the biscuit, submerge one end in your cup of tea, coffee or milk and then suck the liquid through like a straw. But be quick to eat up the softened biscuit before it disintegrates!
6. Anzac biscuit
They're a big part of the Anzac tradition and commemorations, but the sweet chewy (or crispy) biscuits we know and love weren't actually eaten by troops at Gallipoli.
Legend goes that they were sent to troops on the Western Front because they had a long shelf life.
But according to the Australian War Memorial, the biscuit is often confused with a soldier's ration staple called the hardtack biscuit, sometimes known as Anzac tiles or Anzac wafer biscuits.
The much sweeter and softer Anzac biscuits we enjoy today came along later in the war and were sold at fetes and public events to raise money for the military effort.
7. Chiko roll
The true home of the Chiko roll has long been debated. Is it Wagga Wagga, Bathurst or Bendigo?
The savoury snack was developed by Bendigo boilermaker Frank McEncroe in competition to the Chinese spring roll that was being sold at football matches.
It made its first appearance at the Wagga Wagga Agriculture Show in 1951 as the Chicken Roll, despite not actually containing chicken.
Food company Simplot now manufactures Chiko rolls in Bathurst, and the deep-fried snack remains commonplace on menus in fish-and-chip and takeaway shops across Australia.
8. Sausage sandwich
There's nothing more Australian than getting together for a barbecue with family and friends.
And every good barbie offers a sausage sanga — a sausage on bread with a squirt of tomato sauce.
Of course you could upgrade and add onion, different sauces, crusty bread rolls or even break away from a traditional beef or pork snag and try a fancy gourmet sausage.
Sausage sizzles have become a staple of work functions, birthday parties and fundraisers — we just can't walk past the appetising smell of a barbecuing snag.
Here's some tips for cooking up a juicy BBQ.
"Aussie kids are Weet-Bix kids." Like the song suggests, many of us grew up eating this flaked cereal biscuit with milk for breakfast.
Whether it's with warm or cold milk, covered in honey or sugar, or even eaten dry with jam or Vegemite, there's certainly plenty of ways to enjoy Weet-Bix.
It was developed by Bennison Osborne for Grain Products in early 1920s as competition to the popular Granose, a wheat biscuit marketed by Sanitarium at the time.
Osborne added small amounts of sugar and malt to his cereal biscuits to make them more palatable and they soon became a best-selling breakfast cereal.
Sanitarium acquired Grain Products, along with its Weet-Bix, in 1928 and started issuing collector cards in boxes in the 1940s.
10. Burger with the lot
The traditional hamburger may be an American thing, but the Aussies have made the "burger with the lot" their own by adding some true blue flavours.
Layering sliced pineapple, beetroot, egg and bacon on top of a meat pattie, cheese and salad on a bun creates a true "works burger".
And the best ones leave burger juice running down your arms as you get your mouth around the enormous taste sensation.
There are plenty of other truly Aussie foods that just missed out on a top 10 spot.
Honourable mentions must go to:
- Vanilla slice
- Neenish tart
- Macadamia nuts
- Golden Gaytime
- Dagwood dogs
- Dim sims
- SAO biscuits
- Cherry Ripe
- Iced VoVo
- Burger Rings
- Prawns on the barbie
- Grilled kangaroo
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Transcript of Midweek Meditations podcast episode aired on Wednesday, 7th October 2020.
How well do you know yourself? Do you know your strengths and weaknesses? Can you tell me what you like or dislike? What do you love? What gives you joy? Peace? What are your temptations? Do you understand the processes of your heart and mind?
At the time of this recording, I’m 36 years old. I’m still learning things about me. I’m discovering and rediscovering parts of me that I like… And things I don’t like. There are still emotions I don’t fully understand, and impulses I don’t fully control. I realise there’s still a lot to discern in me.
As we meditate on God’s Word, we’re reminded we all have blind spots and weaknesses in our hearts. At the same time, we’re reminded of who God is.
But who can discern their own errors? Forgive my hidden faults.Psalm 19:12 (NIV)
Why is it always easier to see the faults of others? It makes us feel better when we see other people aren’t perfect, doesn’t it? The danger, of course, is feeding our sinful pride, or building our sense of identity and worth in comparison to others’ weaknesses. If only we could see the faults in our own hearts! It’s why Jesus warns us, isn’t it?
Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when all the time there is a plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye.Matthew 7:3–5 (NIV)
The point of this, though, isn’t to make us feel guilty about our sin and weakness, but humble. The psalmist levels the field, “Who can discern their own errors?” No matter how well I know myself, there will always be blindspots in my heart.
Therefore, the psalmist prays, “Forgive my hidden faults.” This isn’t a confession of known sin, failure and weaknesses. No, this is a confession of the unknown and unseen. In humility, we come to a holy God who sees all things, who sees into the deepest depths of our hearts, and discerns what we cannot.
Yet, before you freak out in guilt and shame of the hidden depths of your heart, remember this: We have a God who forgives. We can come to God in humble confession, even our hidden faults, because our God is a God who forgives. He is a God of grace. A God of mercy. A God of love.
Then I acknowledged my sin to youPsalm 32:5 (NIV)
and did not cover up my iniquity.
I said, “I will confess
my transgressions to the LORD.”
And you forgave
the guilt of my sin.
Will you confess your sin to him today? When you do, remember that he is faithful and just, and will forgive you your sins and purify you from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). What a God we serve! What a God we worship!
Heavenly Father, what a privilege to be able to confess our sins to you. There is no guilt, no shame, no fear; instead, we find in you grace, mercy, and love. We thank you for the Cross where our Lord Jesus died. Jesus, you shed your blood for us, washing us clean from the stain of sin. Holy Spirit, continue to convict us of our sin, leading us — not into guilt, shame, or fear — but to humbly seek forgiveness and repentance.
So, this day we ask you will forgive us of our sin, forgive our hidden faults. Keep us from wilful sins, may they not rule over us. May we be blameless in your sight, innocent of great transgression. May the words of our mouth and the meditations of our heart be pleasing in your sight; O LORD, our Rock and our Redeemer (Psalm 19:12–14).
In Jesus’ name, amen.
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As in payments, cloud, and other emerging platform opportunities, Craxel’s ability to securely organize information at massive scale can enable an unprecedented level of digital trust. To drive growth of the digital economy, three things are non-negotiable; information must be 1) safe, 2) accessible, and 3) trustworthy at incredible scale. Our breakthrough in high performance searchable encryption, combined with our unique ability to perform secure distributed ledger transactions at millions of transactions per second, delivers all 3 of these critical elements, and will provide a huge competitive advantage to companies seeking to provide the dominant “mobility” platform.
Sensors and data tracking devices are now an expected and accepted part of our everyday lives. They monitor our habits, from working out to eating, to how much we sleep, sit, walk or drive. Access to real-time data has transformed every day activities into sources of new business, guidelines for efficiencies, and insights that can improve public safety. Not surprisingly, the automotive and transportation industry sits squarely in this data revolution, and has turned to telematics and data tools “to optimize their operations and boost their bottom line.” This requires managing information at incredible scale with unprecedented security and assurance.
In fact, there is a race between automotive industry leaders to transform themselves from companies that have historically been known as vehicle manufacturers, into mobility companies that gather and analyze data to streamline operations, ensure vehicle health and safety, and even incentivize more sustainable driving practices. Ford, for example, has created the Transportation Mobility Cloud (TMC), an open platform that manages information flow to and from Ford vehicles’ embedded modems to streamline fleet management and operational effectiveness. Not to be outdone, Toyota has turned to blockchain to share driving and autonomous vehicle testing data, manage ride and car share transactions and store vehicle usage information. Daimler (Mercedes) even created a cryptocurrency called the MobiCoin to reward drivers whose data reveals environmentally-friendly driving habits. Jaguar is piloting a token that rewards users willing to share their data with the ability to purchase mobility services, such as public transport.
All of these mobility initiatives must ensure data sovereignty, security, transparency, and efficiency. For example, how can vehicles connect to a larger ecosystem without an extraordinary level of digital trust? Should consumers trust their information, and in some cases their safety, to the same IT technologies used today that have led to breach after breach? Consider that a self-driving car can generate 1 gigabyte of data per second. Are existing systems scalable enough to handle the massive proliferation of sensor data without compromising security or availability? The data is so massive that it must be efficiently organized on-board for secure and instant access. Data collection of processed and aggregated data must scale while ensuring the trustworthiness and confidentiality of the data. Further, while individual companies can improve their own fleets and drivers, the mobility paradigms of the future will be most impactful if they can aggregate as much relevant information as possible. Yet as we have seen in several well publicized supply chain pilots, both customers and companies want, and in many cases need, to retain privacy and control over their own data.
Craxel’s Digital Trust Platform provides the scalable building blocks for managing the onslaught of connected devices with information security, data privacy, and information assurance. In fact we have designed our Black Forest Digital Trust Platform with these exact attributes in mind:
The information collected from all of these vehicles could be incredibly valuable, both for individual manufacturers and for broader improvements like road safety, managing emissions, and providing unique insights into smart cities. But mobility companies cannot afford to launch initiatives without first ensuring security at scale. McKinsey recently emphasized the strategic importance of data in the automotive and related industries by highlighting critical trends around new sources of business:
The new mobility business models require transactional efficiency at low cost. The idea of networking autonomous cars together to enhance smart initiatives is nothing less than ground breaking. The ability to measure real-time emissions, driving habits, and resources could dramatically impact our opportunity to create cleaner, safer cities and roads. We will see new business models continue to emerge, including data marketplaces and trading opportunities. But again, none of this will be possible without three key elements: 1) the secure exchange and storage of information; 2) the guarantee of data privacy, both for individuals and for companies, and; 3) a way to ensure the provenance and integrity of data sources. These are the building blocks for digital trust, and the keys to growth of the digital economy.
Sources/Links of Interest:
Automotive World Interview with Ford's Lee Jelenic
Ford Media: Manage Your Fleet
Mercedes Benz Crypto Coin
Jaquar Transportation Tokens
IBM/Maersk Blockchain Supply Chain Struggles
McKinsey Mobility Insights
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Your Commitment to the Promise and Law
The Girl Guide Promise and Law give shape and purpose to all activities in Guiding. The Promise and Law set Girl Guides apart from other volunteer organisations as they are an explicit reminder of the underlying principles of Guiding. Every member, whether youth or adult, is asked to make the Promise; this requirement is part of the Management Qualification.
If you are new to Guiding, making the Girl Guide Promise signals your commitment to your new role and the values and objectives of Girl Guides. Commitment to the Promise and Law means you will try to do your best and set an example to others. The Girl Guide Promise with the Girl Guide Law is not just a one off exercise in commitment; it sets out a direction to live by and embodies the philosophy of Guiding as defined by Lord Baden-Powell, the founder of the Guiding and Scouting movement.
If you have been involved in Guides for some time, you possibly first made the commitment to the Promise when you were a youth member, or you may have done this when you became a Leader. Renewing the Promise now is an opportunity to consider how the Promise and Guide Law together are reflected in the way you live your life. Re-affirming the Promise regularly enables us to think about what the Promise means at different stages in our lives.
Whether you are making the Promise for the first time or renewing it, as a Manager you have an additional responsibility. Part of your role is to encourage your Leaders to live according to the Promise and Law, particularly in respect of their behaviours in Guiding. If you are faced with difficult situations in your team, the starting point should always be to think about the problem in the light of the guidance offered by the Promise and Law. You should work towards incorporating reflections on the Promise and Law in the meetings you convene and the events you participate in. You will probably find that you are invited to Promise Ceremonies and you might encourage your Leaders to use these times to reaffirm their Promise silently or to renew it publicly. However, please bear in mind that renewing the Promise is a personal choice – it’s not a requirement of Girl Guides Australia.
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I. General – II. History and Civilization – III. History of Religion – IV. Chinese Religions and Missiology – V. Christianity
1. Geography, climate, population.
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BC’s Commercial Vehicle Route Planner is live!
BC’s Ministry of Transportation has released a new tool that plugs into Google Maps and now allows commercial carriers and drivers to plan their route of over-sized shipments in a safe, efficient and positive way.
How will this tool benefit commercial carriers and drivers alike?
Today, it is expected that all government, commercial and medical fields utilize technology to make processes more efficient and easier for both internal use and for the public. BC’s Ministry of Transportation has kept up with this expectation by being on top of technological advances for quite some time. Take for instance their DriveBC website which contains weather and road construction information plus hundreds of web cams to inform all public and commercial travelers of BC of potential hazards. In addition, they have also provided the Weigh2GoBC transponders to cut down on commercial vehicle scale times as well as the ability to purchase commercial vehicle permits online which save carriers time and the drivers’ money.
Showing that they will not stop in these endeavors, BC’s Ministry of Transportation released on Feb 5, 2014, the new tool Commercial Vehicle Route Planner that is welcomed by many commercial carriers and drivers operating within BC’s borders. Why? There are so many road construction projects on the go, ever changing weather, as well as many bridges and other obstacles which make planning a route of over-sized shipments difficult at best. In the past, we were required to contact a commercial vehicle safety officer or the BC permit office in order to hash out routing and directions for our shipment, then trace it out on a map to visualize it for our drivers.
This tool now allows a dispatcher or driver to punch in their origin, destination and dimensions and it will calculate the practical route and show visual warnings of any dimensional or construction restrictions. If there are any restrictions, it gives the user freedom to adjust the routing by clicking on the routing lines and dragging it in another direction where it will dynamically issue any further warnings. If all is clear, it notifies the user of this as well.
To give you an idea of how this tool can help both dispatchers and drivers, take a look into last year’s accidents that happened on Hwy 99 in Delta and the I-5 in Skagit County. If both drivers had access to a tool like this that could provide easy access to relevant information about structures and restrictions, it may well have contributed to the prevention of such accidents.
We at T&P Trucking give a big “Thank you!” to BC’s Ministry of Transportation for providing all with such a useful tool.
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It says in the Shulchan Aruch:
ברכת הלבנה וזמנה ובו ד סעיפים: הרואה לבנה בחדושה מברך אשר במאמרו ברא
שחקים וברוח פיו כל צבאם חוק וזמן נתן להם שלא ישנו את תפקידם וכו': הגה
ואין לקדש החדש אלא בלילה בעת שהלבנה זורחת ונהנין מאורה (אגור):
"One who sees the moon in its renewed state makes the blessing,
"who has, with his word, created skies and with the breath of his
mouth all of their hosts, a decree and a time he gave in them that
they shouldn't change their cycles...". (note: and one should only
sanctify the moon at night at a time that the moon shines and its
radiance is visible"
It's a clear law that one has to see the moon in its renewed state, the moons of another planet are not "the moon", the moon and the sun are called in Bereishes "the two great luminaries" , they are totally different than other stars and moons in every way.. but besides for that, the mitzvah of Birchas Halvanah doesn't apply to other moons, jus ttake a look at Halachapedia note 1:
Why did Chazal choose to make this Bracha on the moon specifically?
Aruch HaShulchan 426:2 explains that since the moon is the closest to
Earth we are able to recognize Hashem’s control over nature easily.
Also, the moon is compared to Bnei Yisrael; just as the moon doesn’t
have any of its own light, so too Bnei Yisrael are only sustained
through Hashem and his Torah; just as the moon gets smaller and
bigger, so too Bnei Yisrael are always renewed.
As seen through Rambam hilchos Kiddush HaChodesh, the "molad" is calculated is based on the sighting of the new moon, which only exists on Earth, and which kiddush halvanah is based on.
There are many other proofs I can bring, but I think this get s the general idea across. Mitvos don't apply in space to things in space, meaning even if you;'re obligated in mitzvos like davening 3 times a day in space, but that's just following your own time you left from etc.... The moons of Jupiter and not at all the same as our moon. There's nothing anywhere in the Torah about making Kiddush "Halvanah" on something other than "the moon" itself. If anyone can find something suggesting otherwise, I'd be happy to see it :)
also just to be totally clear, just look in the yehi ratzon of kiddush levana:
"Let it be your will.. to fill the deprecation in THE moon, so that
there shouldn't be in it any detraction, and the light of the moon
will be like the light of the sun, like the light of the seven days of
the Beginning, like it was BEFORE it's subtraction / lessening
(Meeut), like it says, "And Elokim made the TWO great luminaries", and
fulfill in us the verse that says, "and you should search Hashem, your
G-d, and David their King, Amen",
and King David is compared to THE moon in many places, I can quote those too, because the moon and king David is malchus of Atzilus, specifically OUR moon refers to malchus of Atzilus, not any other moon the universe.
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Sue and James Franklin run a rock and mineral shop in Balmorhea, Texas, a small picturesque town known for hosting the world’s largest spring-fed swimming pool. Their shop is about 15 miles from their home in Verhalen, a place they describe as too tiny to be called a town — only about 10 people live there. The couple never imagined the area, on the southwest edge of the Permian Basin, would become an industrial wasteland, but they say that transformation has begun the last two years.
Texas’ latest oil boom, driven by the fracking industry and crude oil exports, has brought skyrocketing air, noise, and light pollution to small southwest Texas towns and the surrounding lands which are known for majestic mountain views and brilliant starry night skies. With the oil industry come bright lights illuminating an otherwise almost perfectly dark sky. The Franklins’ home on a narrow rural road is now surrounded by fracking sites. On a clear day they can see 20 of these sites from their 10-acre plot of land.
The Franklins in front of their home in Verhalen, with a fracking industry site directly across the road from them.
The Franklins’ home with a drilling rig at a frack site behind it.
The roads in the area used to be empty, but that’s no longer the case. Today, increased traffic — mostly trucks serving the oil and gas industry — makes even pulling out of the Franklins’ driveway dangerous. James, a Vietnam veteran and retired pilot, has been in a couple accidents caused by truck drivers that “don’t give a shit.”
Meanwhile, the famous pool located in Balmorhea State Park — known as “the oasis of West Texas — has been shut down for about a year due to cracks in its structure, which some locals blame on vibrations from drilling operations nearby. The parks department, however, blamed erosion.
The changes make Sue Franklin sad. “What we are doing to Mother Earth is going to catch up with us,” she told me when I visited in early November. “She is going to wipe the planet clean and start over without us at this rate.”
Earthworks Texas Organizer Sharon Wilson checking for pollution emissions at a fracking industry site a few hundred feet from the Franklins’ home.
The Permian Fracking Expansion
The Permian, one of the most prolific oil and natural gas basins in the U.S., spans approximately 86,000 square miles in West Texas and southeastern New Mexico.
Until recently, there had been little development in the furthest southwestern portions of the Permian’s Delaware Basin. But that changed in mid 2016 after the Apache Corporation announced its discovery of an oil field there called Alpine High. Apache estimated that the oil field contains 75 trillion cubic feet of gas and three billion barrels of oil.
Shortly after Apache’s discovery, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) announced finding another 20 billion barrels of oil in the Wolfcamp shale, located in the northeast reaches of the Permian Basin, near Big Spring, Texas. The agency called the deposit “the largest estimated continuous oil accumulation … assessed in the United States to date.”
Despite scientists’ warnings that catastrophic climate change could be unstoppable if greenhouse gas emissions are not greatly reduced — including a dire federal climate report released today — numerous companies, such as ExxonMobil and Chevron, are producing record amounts of oil and gas in the Permian Basin. The EIA predicts that the Permian region will drive U.S. crude oil production growth through 2019.
Apache and other oil and gas companies drilling in the Permian Basin use hydraulic fracturing (fracking), a process that injects a highly pressurized mix of chemicals, water, and sand to release oil and natural gas trapped in shale rock deep underground. In the basin fracking is done primarily for oil, but up with the oil comes methane, the main component in natural gas, and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including the carcinogens benzene and toluene.
When Fracking Comes to the Neighborhood
I met with the Franklins on November 1, and standing in their yard, I saw some kind of fracking industry site in every direction I looked.
Fracking industry truck in Texas’ Permian Basin with warning signs for other vehicles.
Warning signs on a fracking industry site’s fence in the Permian Basin.
Though most people in the area welcome the money the fracking boom can bring, the Franklins have only seen unwelcome alterations to the once starkly beautiful landscape that first attracted them to Verhalen. These days truck traffic constantly passes their home and a persistent haze blurs their view of the Davis Mountains, which is also obscured by giant tanks on the frack sites around them.
The couple now also worries about the potential health impacts of the pollution from the frack sites on both them and their animals, which include a cat, horse, and donkey.
Though the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences states there is little data conclusively showing how the fracking industry affects nearby communities, a report published by the nonprofits Partnership for Policy Integrity and Earthworks shows that the Environmental Protection Agency has identified health hazards for dozens of chemicals used in fracking.
According to Environmental Working Group scientist Tasha Stoiber, “hazards from the chemicals used included irritation to eyes and skin; harm to the liver, kidney and nervous system; and damage to the developing fetus.”
In addition, the Concerned Health Professionals of New York and Physicians for Social Responsibility, a group involved in a Nobel Peace Prize-winning campaign to abolish nuclear weapons, released their latest in a series of reports examining evidence of the public health and safety risks of the fracking industry at large. Their findings show the Franklins’ worries are not unfounded.
This report, released in March 2018, states that: “Our examination … uncovered no evidence that fracking can be practiced in a manner that does not threaten human health.”
During a recent call, Sue told me she found two dead hawks that “seem to have just fallen out of the sky.” She can’t prove pollution from the fracking industry killed the birds, but she doesn’t think the connection requires much of a stretch. A nature lover and eight-year-resident of West Texas, she worries about all the creatures she shares the desert with, including the Texas horned lizard (also known as horny toads) and roadrunners, species she is seeing much less frequently.
Primexx, the operator fracking multiple sites nearest the Franklins’ property, is choosing to drill directly across the road from their home. James said putting their rigs there is a clear indication the company cares only for its own profits.
“There is no reason that the frack pad sites weren’t set up at least a few feet away, instead of directly across from the homes along this road,” he said.
View of the Davis Mountains in Alpine, Texas, along the road leading to the McDowell Observatory.
Cemetery in Fort Davis,* Texas.
Dark Skies, Wilderness, and an Encroaching Oil Industry
Fracking industry sprawl has encroached on other small towns popular with tourists in the southwest Permian Basin, an area known for rugged natural landscapes and big dark skies. Fort Davis, where stargazers flock to the McDonald Observatory, is reputed as having the best view of the Milky Way in the U.S., and Alpine, Texas, is considered the gateway to Big Bend National Park, where dramatic limestone cliffs, diverse desert wildlife, and ancient pictographs draw hundreds of thousands of visitors a year.
Downtown Alpine, Texas, a town known as the gateway to Big Bend National Park.
Alpine resident Lori Glover, who works part time for Earthworks, an environmental advocacy group, has been monitoring fracking industry sites in the region and helping residents like the Franklins file environmental complaints with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Mountains line Texas Route 118 connecting Alpine to Fort Davis.
Deer on the side of the main road leading into Alpine, Texas.
Lori and her husband Mark are both environmental activists who helped lead the fight against Energy Transfer Partners’ (now Energy Transfer’s) Trans-Pecos pipeline, which was built to transport fracked gas from West Texas to Mexico. Though their efforts weren’t successful in preventing the pipeline’s construction, they believe the resistance against the pipeline helped raise awareness of the fossil fuel industry’s impacts on the region.
They ran a protest camp on land they own, and both were arrested while trying to stop construction of the pipeline.
“We risked everything — home, income, friends, marriage — to fight off the oil and gas industry and preserve the sanctity of the Big Bend,” Lori said. Big Bend National Park is about 80 miles south of Alpine and is a place Mark describes as the last pristine frontier in Texas.
An anti-pipeline sign near the Glovers’ residence in Alpine, Texas.
Lori Glover with a handout she made to instruct people on filing a complaint with the TCEQ.
The Glovers, like the Franklins, didn’t think Alpine, about 60 miles southeast of Balmorhea, would be affected by the oil and gas industry when the couple put down roots there together about 13 years ago. But they told me the air quality today is noticeably different. Smog now interferes with their view of the surrounding mountain range and has taken a toll on the family’s health. They say at least one of them has a cough at any given time.
I told the Glovers I smelled gas when I stopped to photograph an anti-Trans-Pecos pipeline sign about a quarter mile from their house. That didn’t surprise them. Mark had already called in a complaint for what he figures is a natural gas leak from a nearby transmission pipeline. He said he would call it in again but doubted it would make a difference.
As for regulators, the “TCEQ is AWOL in the Permian,” Mark said during a chat at the Glovers’ house, which sits at the base of the Sunny Glen Mountains.
Mark Glover at the entrance to a Trans-Pecos pipeline transfer station a quarter mile from their home.
The Glovers at a Primexx fracking site near the Franklins’ house. Lori and the Franklins have filed environmental complaints against this site.
Not once since Lori started monitoring air pollution in the Permian Basin for Earthworks just under a year ago has she not found something out of kilter, from methane flares burning black smoke to the sickening and dangerous smell of hydrogen sulfide.
Whenever possible she files a pollution complaint but often she can’t specify the exact location of potential violations because they often are not accessible from a public road. This makes it impossible to identify the site operator, making it impossible to file a complaint.
The Glovers have considered moving away but think it is important to challenge the oil and gas industry: If not them, then who?
The Franklins have considered moving too. James told me he’d be willing to clear out if he can manage to sell his house for what he feels it is worth, but Sue wonders what good moving will do.
“Where can you go where humans aren’t in the process of destroying the planet?” she mused.
*Updated 11/25/18: This story was updated to correct the location of the cemetery from Alpine to Fort Davis, Texas.
Main image: Church in Fort Davis, Texas, at the base of the Davis Mountains. Credit: All photos by Julie Dermansky for DeSmog
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Today we’re talking about why green tea is good for you. Trust me when I say that coffee’s okay, but green tea is the real wellness super hero here.
I know it can sound a little boring compared to coffee — well, maybe not when we’re talking about matcha lattes, because those are pretty exciting.
But hear me out — there’s tremendous power hiding under green tea’s subtle exterior.
Both black and green tea are high in antioxidants, but green — as well as white and oolong tea — is different.
It’s especially high in an antioxidant called EGCG.
This compound has been shown to boost metabolism and actually support fat burning when we’re at rest.
So what else does it do?
Benefits of green tea
Green tea can be an impressive multi-tasker when it comes to our bodies.
Here are its most impressive benefits:
- Less caffeine than coffee and offers more antioxidants
- Boosts metabolism and fat burning
- Can lower cholesterol
- Can prevent colon polyps
- Has a phytochemical called L-theanine that improves focus and reduces stress
- Also has prebiotic polyphenols – good for the gut!
And… it can help reduce breast cancer risk by 30-50%, depending on the study.
Do’s and don’ts
Of course, reading all this may inspire you to shotgun a gallon of the stuff right away.
But it’s important to take it slow, especially if you’re sensitive to caffeine.
Here are some tips if you want to try green tea:
- Buy high quality, organic tea. There have been some studies showing that a lot of the product coming from China is high in lead, so you definitely want to buy high quality, especially if you’re consuming the whole leaf (as you do in matcha).
- Start with 1 cup – especially if you’re sensitive to caffeine.
- Enjoy up to 3 cups a day, but definitely pay attention to your body in terms of caffeine.
- Add a squeeze of lemon – this can 5x the benefits.
- Don’t use green tea extract supplements – there have been a lot of safety issues with these kinds of supplements.
- If you’re super sensitive to caffeine, this may not work for you.
- Don’t drink it after noon if you have trouble falling or staying asleep.
- Don’t drink green tea beverages that are sweetened with sugar or artificial sweeteners. Artificial sweeteners can be especially bad for gut health. Just drink regular green tea.
Recommended reading and resources
If you want to take a deeper dive into green tea, check out:
- Fiber Fueled by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
- Breasts: The Owner’s Manual by Dr. Kristi Funk
- How Not to Diet by Dr. Michael Greger
- Pique Tea (I like their matcha and fermented pu'er green tea packets)
- Smith Teamaker (Jasmine Rose City Gen Mai Cha)
I hope you found this post helpful. Let me know what you think by connecting with me over on Instagram at @thehealthycookingcoach
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