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Police investigating the New Year's Day stabbing of music teacher from Salford have charged a 46-year-old man with murder.
Yuriy Kozak, who's originally from Ukraine, was found with a stab wound to his neck in a flat on Rodney Street just after 4.30pm and died later in hospital.
Detectives are have now charged a 46-year-old man with his murder.
Andrij Senechko of no fixed address is due to appear at Salford Magistrates Court tomorrow, Friday 4 January 2013.
A second man, who's 45, is on bail on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Yuriy’s widow, Helen, has paid the following tribute on behalf of the family.
She said: "Yuriy was a loving husband, father and brother to us all. He loved his family and was a real home-body.
"Yuriy was born in the Ukraine but moved to Britain nine years ago, and he was much loved by his local community.
"He used to be a music teacher in the Ukraine and taught children music at the Ukrainian Saturday School. He loved children and music was his passion. He played the piano and the guitar from being young.
"Yuriy had a good sense of humour and he was always happy and smiling. He was always joyful and liked to make people happy. He had many friends and was very popular in the community.
In the last decade or so, scientists around the globe have been questioning one of the foundations of chemistry, namely the existence and nature of a chemical bond. The chemical bond is one of the very first concepts taught to students: atoms, attracted towards each other, form bonds and eventually molecules. It is considered simple enough to not even warrant an exam question. But, at the same time, it is also one of the largest head-scratchers of 21st century chemistry.
The problem actually started with computers, and their use in modelling chemical systems. Chemists use them to support experimental results, predict the outcomes of experiments and investigate chemical thinking on a theoretical level. Doing so requires using quantum mechanics — the branch of physics dealing with the (sometimes strange) universe at an atomic scale. Modelling chemical systems is by no means an easy feat, because the quantum mechanical description of a chemical system is extremely complex and generally unsolvable without some hand-waving.
For instance, calculating the properties of paracetamol (the active ingredient in Panado), a simple compound consisting of only 17 atoms, can take anything from 20 minutes to a few weeks, depending on the accuracy required. That would be even when you’re using the full capacity of the BlueGene cluster of the South African Centre for High Performance Computing, which has about 2 000 times more processing capacity than the average household computer.
By comparison, the average human cell contains about 100-trillion atoms. So while a complete computational description of every-day chemical and biological systems lies far in the future, we can already investigate many chemical hypotheses at a molecular and theoretical level using computer modelling. In fact, many academic chemistry journals require researchers to validate their results through computational methods, and the winners of the 2013 Nobel prize in Chemistry were three computational chemists.
However, the strongest computer in the world is useless if the theory and its models are inaccurate, a problem commonly known as “garbage in, garbage out”. This leads us to a conundrum: if a quantum mechanical model predicts results that differ from what is interpreted in experiments, how does a chemist know whether it is the theory or their interpretation of experimental data that is wrong?
The same problem applies to the chemical bond. Centuries of accumulated chemical intuition, built on classical interpretations of experimental data, have led to experienced chemists being able to say, intuitively, which atoms tend to form bonds and which do not. But the same powerful intuition can also induce a strong bias, creating popular but not necessarily true ideas about the chemical bond.
“Chemical intuition” is not just hand-waving. It is scientific in origin, but due to the lack of 21st century technology in the previous centuries, concepts which are not necessarily correct or accurate have evolved to explain experimental results. These concepts have been built-on instead of rethought. Early chemists had very primitive ideas of atoms, molecules and bonds, but were still able to synthesise new compounds successfully, leading to self-validation of their theories. Unfortunately, when new results poked holes in old theories, chemical theory was adjusted with situational rules, rather than an overhaul of archaic ideas.
A breakthrough in the field came in the 1980s with the late Richard Bader, a Canadian researcher whose fame for scientific reasoning was only trumped by his infamous temper. He ignored the research trend in his time (the nuances of quantum mechanics) and instead decided to focus on the “glue” which binds atoms together: the electrons.
Electrons are small, negatively charged particles present in large clouds around a positively charged nucleus. When two atoms approach each other, electrons are shared between the atoms. This increases the overall favourable attraction between the atoms and leads to them being “glued” or bonded to each other. Atoms bonded in this way are called a molecule. In even the smallest molecule, it is generally difficult to determine which electrons originate from which atom, making a description of bonding difficult.
However, Bader studied the distribution of electrons in many molecules and found a consistent pattern: the probability of finding an electron is highest in a direct line connecting two atoms, called a “bond path”, which experimentalists believed to be bonded to each other. The result was phenomenal. Not only was Bader’s model of a molecule easy to calculate, while still derived from the fundamentals of quantum theory, but it recovered every instance where an experimental chemist would intuitively place a chemical bond. The theoreticians and experimentalists agreed — a remarkable feat — and his theory was adopted as a general description of chemical bonding.
But every now and then, a scientist would discover a bond path predicted by Bader’s theory where a classical chemist would not expect to see a bond, usually between hydrogen atoms that were already bonded to another atom. Any organic chemist will tell you this is not possible. As a result, these anomalies were written off as computational caveats, bugs or inaccuracies, and were largely ignored because Bader’s theory worked so well everywhere else.
In the early 2000s, as Bader’s theory was still in vogue and being used more often, serious attention was called to these anomalies. The debate centred on what is incorrect: the theory which correlates in every case (except for the anomalies) or our understanding of chemical bonds? Many scientists started questioning their own basic ideas of chemical bonding.
The confusion surrounding Bader’s theory was eventually distilled into these questions: “What is a bond?” “How can we quantify it?” and “Does a chemical bond even exist?” Although these questions sound irrelevant to everyday life, our industry and science on Earth depend on its answers. They dictate geological formations, the catalysis reactions in the petroleum and energy industries, the synthesis of new drugs and their interactions with plants and animals, and the subtle bonds of our DNA. One of the foundations of science, the chemical bond, continues to be fundamentally misunderstood.
Jurgens de Lange is a PhD candidate at the University of Pretoria.
Something about a restaurant that is tucked back just a touch from the street, gives it a feeling of kept hidden to only those who know how good it is.
Something about a restaurant that is tucked back just a touch from the street, gives it a feeling of kept hidden to only those who know how good it is. On Missouri Avenue, tucked just a smidge away into the lot, El Jacalito, is a small restaurant that serves up massive taste without being too boastful of its wide array of amazing offerings.
The reviews are hard to miss, nearly top notch said the internet, and for maybe for just once, what you read on the internet is true. The location is bright with large open windows and just a smattering of tables and seats. My lunch partner and I were greeted immediately to have a seat and they’d bring some menus.
The menu itself is large, from shrimp cocktails, to tacos, to smothered burritos, to various types of burgers — Mexa, Hawaiian, the Crispy Pickle Spear Burger. But there was also a chalkboard with other extra menu items that perhaps changed out and ranged from a corn beef sandwich to pork chops.
I decided to go full hog, and full cow, with the Mexa Burger — ham, bacon, Mexican frank (hot dog), and avocado with the traditional patty and fixings of cheese, lettuce, and tomato — which was served with fries. ($8.29) The burger was massive when it arrived at my table, not held together with just a little plastic dagger you’d put a martini olive on, but a wooden spear to control all the moving parts that make up your delicious burger.
At least 5 or 6 inches high, you have to give it a little mushing to make it manageable and I suggest cutting it half to wield it into your mouth with any sort of grace. It’ll be shocking to some to see a hot dog on a burger, but when you’re already enjoying the top of the food chain, why not enjoy it to its fullest? They didn’t skimp on the avocado and the patty was juicy while the bun was perfectly toasted, yet fluffy. Not sure where they buy their tomatoes, but that flavor isn’t the dulled down grocery store variety.
The fries were massive and seem freshly made with skins on for extra flavor. They work well dipped in the salsa that is meant to come with the chips, which was just the right spices and spiciness, but could have been a little less liquid and a little bit more solid to sit on a fry just right, but, for the flavor I can overlook it and let the fry soak a bit longer.
My lunch partner’s green chile cheeseburger ($7.99) needed to be cut and half too and her verdict came to a similar proclamation as mine: it’s decidedly worth a break in your diet to come out for these burgers.
Cost: Reasonable prices for the amount of food. Burgers run from $6-$8, and most plates are in the similar price range.
For the past several months, we’ve undergone an extensive self-evaluation at the Geneva Public Library in order to serve you better.
Libraries are changing, and our patrons use materials that range from physical books to downloadable media; they use the library for meeting and connecting; they come to create – and we need to determine the best way to provide a full array of 21st-century services.
Our process began with a community wide survey, followed by six focus group discussions with different segments of our community.
• How our physical space, square footage and parking limitations affect the services we provide to the community.
You’ve told us that the library needs to do more to help the community prepare for a digital world. You’ve also indicated that you want more space for community events and more flexible meeting spaces.
You want a facility that provides adequate parking. You believe the library is an important part of downtown and the community. We know you need non traditional services that include DIY spaces where people can create, invent and learn with 3-D printers, software, craft and hardware supplies, tools and more – spaces where community members can engage in digital media creation, small-business support, parent networking and more.
The library board meets monthly and is actively working to determine the best course of action for providing 21st-century library service to benefit our community.
We encourage your participation and feedback. Contact library Director Christine Lazaris at CLazaris@gpld.org or call 630-232-0780.
A note from the circulation desk: Come join us for “Celebrate the Season” from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11. This year, the holiday Giving Tree will benefit Fox Valley Troop Support.
Please join us for music, crafts, refreshments and a visit from someone special from the North Pole!
“The Librarian Recommends”: Emily Thompson, youth services outreach librarian, said that one of her favorite books is “Roller Girl” by Victoria Jamieson.
“This vibrant graphic novel has it all – plucky characters, middle school angst ... and roller derby!” she said.
Glendale 83, Hoover 53: Visiting Glendale posted a Pacific League meet win Thursday.
Hoover 74, Glendale 61: Host Hoover earned a Pacific League meet victory Thursday.
Crescenta Valley 10, Burroughs 2: Host Crescenta Valley rolled to a Pacific League victory Thursday.
The Falcons improved to 18-5-1, 10-0 in league.
Arcadia 23, Hoover 0 (five innings): Hoover lost a Pacific League road contest Thursday.
Crescenta Valley 16, Burroughs 2: The Falcons easily handled the Indians in the Pacific League win Thursday on the road.
The Falcons are 11-4, 9-1 in league.
Arcadia 18, Hoover 0: Hoover fell in a Pacific League road match Thursday.
Crescenta Valley 17, Pasadena 1: Crescenta Valley rolled to a Pacific League road win Tuesday.
Burroughs d. Hoover, 25-18, 25-22, 25-17: The Tornadoes couldn’t derail the Pacific League-leading Indians in a match Thursday on the road.
Crescenta Valley 19, Westridge 2: Crescenta Valley coasted to a Pacific League home victory Thursday.
Citrus College 4, Glendale Community College 3: Glendale fell Thursday in a Western State Conference East Division road game.
The Vaqueros (21-10, 12-3 in the division) got three hits from Trent MacKinney, including a solo home run, to highlight a three-run third inning.
Oxnard College 23, Glendale Community College 16: Host Glendale (3-23-1) dropped a nonconference contest Thursday at the Glendale Sports Complex.
The Lakeside Health Patient Participation Group held its AGM on January14.
New officers for the group’s committee of trustees were elected and include chairman Vivien Gibney,vice chairman Sue Prior, treasurer Marion Pitt and secretary Jo Osborne.
The committee consists of members Harrish Bisnauthsing, Sue Bishop, Dereck Brown, Paddy Jelen, Sandy Lawson, Judy Moore and Michael Pring.
The next public meeting for the group is scheduled for May 20 at 6.15pm at the Sheepmarket Practice.
“We would like to have present as many of the residents of Stamford and surrounding area who are patients of the Lakeside Health Surgeries,” said Harrish.
“We would like to hear their feedback - both positive or negative - so that better health provision can be made or improved.
“We are also starting our five weekly Stamford diabetes peer groups meeting.
“The first one will on February 18 from 2pm to 4pm in the Burghley Room of the Stamford Art Centre.
A motorcyclist has died after a single vehicle crash near Woolgoolga, in northern NSW, this morning.
The crash occurred on the Pacific Highway near the Greys Road overpass about 7am (Friday).
The male rider left the road and hit a barrier. Despite the efforts of emergency services at the scene he was not able to be revived.
Local diversions are in place at the crash site.
For the latest on road conditions, please check www.livetraffic.com.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.
Kristen Hernandez loves her role as an ortho tech with OrthoCincy.
I have been with OrthoCincy five years this summer as an ortho tech. It's a great place to work. The staff gets along great and there is definitely a sense of teamwork here--everyone is quick to pitch in and help whenever necessary. The providers are great as well. They understand the value of the staff and they thank us daily for helping them. A thank you goes a long way! I also like that it's not the same thing every day. We work with all the providers and all the specialties. We all still learn something new on a daily basis.
I enjoy working here because as a practice, we truly care about our patients. A lot of our patients have been coming to us for years because they trust us and they feel comfortable when they walk in the door. They know they're going to get the compassionate care they deserve.
I love that this job fits my lifestyle. I also like that this job is fast paced, it makes the time go by fast.
A member of Geldermalsen council was threatened with death if he voted in favour of placing a refugee centre in the Gelderland town, he told broadcaster Nos.
Lourens van Bruchem, who leads the local branch of fundamentalist Christian group SGP, said someone rang his home phone shortly before the key council meeting was due to start.
‘My oldest son picked up the phone,’ Van Bruchem told the broadcaster. ‘He was told we would all die if his father voted in favour of the refugee centre.’ Van Bruchem has made a formal complaint to the police.
The riots which led to the council meeting being abandoned had frightened a number of people, he said. ‘Such violence against democracy leaves a sour taste,’ he said.
Police arrested 14 people after they tried to smash their way into the town hall but have not ruled out further arrests.
PANAMA CITY � Sandi Hawks exemplifies the ideal support employee at the school district.
Hawks, assistant to the director of information services at the school system headquarters, was selected out of 43 other support employee candidates to represent the district at the state recognition program, which spotlights the function of support employees and honors them at an annual ceremony.
Operational and support occupations, such as maintenance workers, janitors, bus drivers and secretaries, all fall under the umbrella of support personnel.
�They are the support background for the school,� Mullen said. She said �going beyond training� through participation at school, district and community activities and demonstrating leadership were characteristics all 43 nominees exemplified.
Hawks is the Parent Portal wizard and assists parents with learning the system. She also does record keeping.
�She's just such a positive person in an area that's not easy to be positive all the time,� said Superintendent Bill Husfelt. �She's the first one to get a call when computers go down and usually the last one to leave there everyday.
"If you want anything (in information services), you go through Sandi,� he added. �She's top notch."
Hawks has worked at the district for 34 years and it was the first time she�d been nominated. Along with the award, she won: $300 from Panhandle Educators Federal Credit Union, $250 from Bay Education Foundation, $50 from Wendy Varnum at Horace Mann Insurance.
Candidates are nominated by their peers at each school and four ancillary departments � Nelson Building, Maintenance Department, Transportation Department and Young Building. A five member selection committee then selects the Support Employee of the Year.
-Rebecca Woosley, confidential secretary, Southport Elementary School.
A scam to rob two South Side dealers of two kilograms of cocaine ended in a wild shootout that left one man dead, three men injured, three charged with murder and three double-crossing shooters still on the loose.
"We don't know what went wrong," said Wentworth Area Sgt. Marshall Andrews. "It was really one of those Keystone Kop-type robberies."
Two men-Javier Meza, 33, and Hector Vasquez, 42-allegedly arranged to buy two kilograms of cocaine from Fidel Martinez, 27, and Jesus Navarro, 37, for $50,000. But the buyers told police they had no intention of paying for the dope.
That evening, the buyers brought a plastic bag full of cash to the darkened garage, attempting to disguise $2,400 as $50,000 by using a stack of $1 bills sandwiched between the $100 bills. They also hired three accomplices to stage a robbery, so the dealers would never discover they were underpaid.
But when the accomplices entered the garage in the middle of the deal, the double cross went terribly wrong.
"When the three guys entered the garage, they started shooting everyone," Andrews said. And in the confusion, the shooters fled without the money or the cocaine, which was left for police to find wrapped in plastic on a tool box.
Martinez, of 2853 W. 58th St., was killed by a shot in the back. Navarro, of South Fairfield Avenue, was shot in the belly and hip. He was in good condition Sunday night at Christ Hospital and Medical Center in Oak Lawn, a nursing supervisor said.
Meza of Cicero was taken to Christ Hospital with a bullet wound in his left calf. He was in good condition Sunday. Vasquez, of 3143 W. 55th St., was hit in the back and taken to Holy Cross Hospital, where he was listed Sunday in good condition.

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