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__label__wiki	0.978859	0.978859	Cloudy. High 49F. Winds light and variable.. Showers this evening, becoming a steady rain overnight. Low 41F. Winds SE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 90%. Rainfall around a quarter of an inch. Elk rest in a field in Skagit County, Wash. Washington Fish and Wildlife reports an uptick in the number of elk shot by landowners in the region to limit damage to farmland. Skagit farmers bump up harvest of problem elk By DON JENKINS Capital Press Don Jenkins Upper Skagit Valley landowners in northwest Washington are harvesting elk at a faster pace than last year to reduce damage to farmland, according to a state Fish and Wildlife official. Since July 1, landowners or their hand-picked hunters have shot 22 elk, compared to 15 at this time last year. The uptick comes after Fish and Wildlife said last spring it was OK for farmers to charge hunters a fee for coming onto their land to fill a kill permit. Wildlife conflict manager Scott Whitman, who issues the permits, said nothing resembling a commercial trade has developed. "That would be my concern, and I don't see that," he said. "I don't think (the policy) has made any considerable change from my standpoint." Farmers in Skagit County have complained for years about elk-damaged fences, pastures and crops. The Skagit County assessor surveyed producers and figured that elk do roughly $1.4 million worth of damage annually. Fish and Wildlife issues kill permits to farmers to scare elk away. The shootings are not intended to reduce the overall size of the region's North Cascades elk herd. The department will issue permits until March 31, before breaking for calving season. Landowners harvested 30 elk during the 2018-19 damage-control season. The season before that, landowners shot 16 elk to control damage. Youth, senior and disabled hunters, as well as muzzleloaders and bow hunters, have also harvested several more elk. Fish and Wildlife regional wildlife manager Fenner Yarborough said the pace of the harvest this year has not alarmed the department. In fact, the department has issued 58 kill permits to landowners so far, so most have not been used yet. "If you have a permit, use it," Yarborough said. "It helps you and it helps your neighbor." Whether it's the increase in landowner harvest or some other reason, such as the weather, elk seem to be fewer in the valley, Whitman said. "I know something has changed," he said. "The elk are harder to get, from my perspective." Skagit County livestock producer John Jonasson said elk remain a continuing problem for him. "There are not less elk. There are more elk," he said in an email. "We chase elk off the hay field about once a week. The elk become nocturnal for a time after being chased off fields a number of times," Jonasson said. The state co-manages the herd with nine Indian tribes. Swinomish tribe hunting and gathering manager Tino Villaluz said tribes are working to get elk off farmland, including by helping with special hunts. "It was a considerably tougher hunt, while a couple of years ago, they were a slam dunk," he said. "I'm a big advocate of long-term herd growth, but at the same time, (the valley) is a community, not a zoo. "The reality is we're working our butts off," he said. Randy Good, who has organized tours to show policymakers the damage caused by elk, said he's photographed elk coming into his pasture at night, frustrating day-time hunting. Too few elk are being shot to make a difference, said Good, vice president of the Skagit County Cattlemen's Association. "That doesn't do a thing. It's a flop," he said. "Nothing has been accomplished." Yarborough agreed elk may be adjusting to daytime hunting pressure. "When feeling pressure, they'll change their behavior." As Skagit County deputy prosecutor, Will Honea last spring drafted a resolution passed by county commissioners calling on Fish and Wildlife to remove more elk. He said believes the kill permits have helped, but that the state, tribes and landowners still need to work out a better plan. "How we manage them on the valley floor really hasn't been figured out," Honea said. Scott Whitman Zootechnics Randy Good Fenner Yarborough Follow Don Jenkins J.R. Simplot Company Completes Acquisition of Pinnacle Agriculture Trump takes victory lap at Farm Bureau convention Locust outbreak, most serious in 25 years, hits East Africa Blockchain technology helps farmers track crops Selected Western livestock auctions Wool and sheep price report	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2412
__label__wiki	0.937099	0.937099	Home / News / Volvo Cars recalls 507,000 vehicles as probe finds fire risk By CARSIFU \| 23 July 2019 STOCHOLM: Volvo Cars is recalling 507,000 vehicles worldwide because of a faulty engine component that, in extreme cases, could result in a fire. The company, which is owned by China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., said its own "investigations have identified that in very rare cases the plastic engine intake manifold may melt and deform.” "In the very worst case, there is a possibility that a localized engine bay fire may occur,” it said. When asked to provide details of the potential financial impact, Stefan Elfstrom, a spokesman for Volvo Cars, said, "We don’t comment on the cost.” The company is keen to fix the faulty vehicles as fast as possible and customers won’t incur any costs related to addressing the error, he said. The cars being recalled were produced in 2014-2019 and have a 2-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine, volvo Cars said in an emailed statement. The affected models are the S60, S80, S90, V40, V60, V70, V90, XC60 and XC90. While the company has no reports of accidents or personal injuries, all customers will receive a letter asking them to contact their local retailer for corrective action. Meanwhile, the recall has no impact in Malaysia as Volvo has not been selling any diesel cars at present and in recent years. It used to years ago (recall the XC90 D5 10 years ago). Volvo had last year announced that it would stop making diesel cars in 2019 as it embarked on a path towards full electrification. It is focusing on mild petrol hybrids, plug-in petrol hybrids and full electric vehicles. — Bloomberg/CarSifu Autos Volvo PLUS working with govt on scope, toll reduction mechanism Kia tops half a million sales in Europe No reward points for Grab users paying cash from March 15 Hyundai KONA Electric enters Guinness World Records German solar car startup Sono to stay in business after crowdfunding success Mercedes-Benz E 300 Exclusive Line: Luxury and power Proton 1 Tank Adventure - A Proton Iriz, a single tank of petrol and 650km. Ducati Multistrada 1260 S: Unassuming performer BMW 520i: Achieve high comfort in base luxury More CarSifu stories you may like ABOUT CARSIFU TERMS OF USE PRIVACY POLICY CONTACT US Copyright © 1995-2020 Star Media Group Bhd (Co No 10894-D)	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2416
__label__cc	0.68506	0.31494	Schoolyard Ecology Who Eats What? Environmental Impact Statements- Written assessment Unit Plan: Who Eats What?Lesson: 9 Time: 40-60 min Setting: Classroom 3-5, 6-8Schoolyard Ecology View All Teaching Resources Use the filter to limit your results. A Challenge from GROW Students observe soil samples, talk about where soil nutrients come from, receive a letter from a company that wants to know if dead plants can be used as fertilizer, then develop research questions. A guide to microinvertebrate life in the leaf litter Water & Watersheds A series of pictures and descriptions identifying common invertebrates found in litter packs. A Jury's Dilemma- Written Assessment Students analyze a trial involving a dispute about a composting business, then outline how a Special Investigator could gather evidence to help settle the case. A Research Request Students recieve a request to survey animals and their food resources on a local site, then talk about what they already know and how they could find out more. A Schoolyard for Worms? 3-5Schoolyard Ecology Scientists make hypotheses at the beginning of any scientific study. A school site consists of both living and non-living things. School sites are designed for humans and human activities. School sites are habitat for creatures other than humans. Acids & pH Hudson River Ecology Illustration of acids, hydrogen ions, and a PH scale of water sources. Acorn Connection Illustration of how food sources influence Lyme transmission. Air Pollution Trends in the United States Air quality refers to the health and safety of the atmosphere and is determined based on the amount of pollutants in the air. In this dataset, students can explore how air pollution has changed over time in the USA and in New York. Level 3 Enhanced Air Temperature at Poughkeepsie Looking at air temperature records can tell us about the climate of a certain location. In this case, we are looking at Poughkeepsie, a city in the Hudson Valley that is located right near the Hudson River Algae ID Cards of the Hudson Estuary 9-12 Hudson River Ecology Water & Watersheds Common algae found in the Hudson estuary answering: What is it? How big is it? What eats it? and Where does it live? An Analysis of a Schoolyard Living and nonliving elements of a schoolyard affect each other. Questions arise out of scientific experiments that lead to other experiments. Annual Temperature at Poughkeepsie Long term record of annual temperature at Poughkeepsie. Ant Cafeteria What foods do ants prefer and why might this be so? Aquatic Ecosystem Exploration 6-8, 9-12Hudson River Ecology Students will know how an aquatic ecosystem works and be able to collect representative organisms, identify the organism and its trophic level, and create a food web of a local aquatic ecosystem. Aquatic Invertebrate Life History and Populations 6-8Water & Watersheds Students will learn about the habitat and life cycle of stream invertebrates with a focus on how the life history of aquatic invertebrates is connected to the terrestrial ecosystem. Aquatic Plant Invasion: Simulation Students will know the relationship between light and dissolved oxygen and be able to predict what will happen when a plant does not receive enough light. Students will know what happens to an aquatic ecosystem when a floating macrophyte is introduced as an invasive species, and be able to design an experiment to test their hypothesis. Aquatic Pollution Tolerance Students will know how land use affects water quality and be able to use macroinvertebrates to understand the impact of land use change in watersheds. Aquatic Stream Diversity Students will know how land use affects water quality, and be able to calculate a macroinvertebrate diversity index to understand the impact of land use change in watersheds. Bagged Branches What factors determine how much water plants lose through transpiration? How do two species differ in the amount of transpiration that takes place from their leaves over the course of 1 week? Balance of Photosynthesis and Respiration 3-5 6-8 9-12 Schoolyard Ecology Are there differences in the CO2 levels in different areas of the school campus? Does the amount of light affect the plant respiration and CO2 production rate? Is there any correlation between temperature increase and cellular respiration/photosynthesis processes? Balancing the Water Budget of a Leaf 6-8, 9-12Water & Watersheds After building a basic knowledge of the water cycle and water in their schoolyard, students investigate the water budget of a leaf. Bay Resources Urban Ecosystems Students will define and classify resources from the Chesapeake Bay watershed in order to describe how each of these organisms interacts. Beat Sampling Do different insect species occur along the edge versus the interior of a forest? Does the total number of insect species differ in different parts of a forest stand? Bees, Pesticides and GMOs This dataset contains information on the number of European honey bee colonies, the use of pesticides, and the acres of Bt Corn planted in the USA since 1939. The incredible wealth of diversity on our planet is something to be celebrated with students of all ages! Any place is an ecosystem, and biodiversity studies can take place in a forest, stream, pond, or even cracks of the sidewalk. Biodiversity - Baltimore Ecosystem Study RET Different areas of the world have varying amounts of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources available. These resources may be utilized in many ways based on human needs. Obtaining and utilizing these resources will have a direct affect on the quality of the environment in a given area Biomagnification 6-8 9-12 Hudson River Ecology Biomagnification: Cadmium in the Food Web 9-12Hudson River Ecology Students will know the concept of biomagnification and be able to explain how biomagnification relates to cadmium levels in blue crabs in the Hudson River. Blood Lead Levels, Poverty and Housing Trends for Mid-Hudson Valley and NYC In this dataset, students can explore the relationship between childhood lead levels, county, and poverty level, and explore how these relationships have changed over time. Bottled vs Tap Water Students will know the benefits and drawbacks of drinking bottled water, and be able to compare the quality of their local water source to bottled water. Brackish Channel Food Web Brackish Channel Food Web- No arrows Broken Water Cycle 3-5 6-8 K-2 9-12 Water & Watersheds When we think about the water cycle, most of us think of a diagram with arrows moving from alpine peaks into the big, blue ocean. Unless we live in such a place, this idealized diagram does not teach us where our water comes from or what happens to rain that falls on our neighborhoods. These lessons can also be used to explore your schoolyard water cycle using hands-on activities. Build-a-Marsh Students will know the benefits of different types of plants in each tidal zone of a tidal marsh wetland and will be able to design a wetland based on specific provided requirements. Burlese Funnels Which soil and leaf litter-dwelling organisms live here? How do soil invertebrates vary between different locations - sun vs shade, different types of soil, near invasive plants vs native plants, near a stream vs a meadow, etc. Cadmium in the Cove How did Foundry Cove get to be “the most cadmium polluted site in the world”? Cadmium in the Cove: What happened to it? Students will know the origins of cadmium in the Hudson River, and will be able to integrate information from maps and text to describe how and why distribution of cadmium changed from 1975 to 1983. Can you swim in the Hudson River? Long term data from the Hudson River showing both dissolved oxygen and fecal coliform bacterial counts. Candyland Elementary Models can be created to represent complex aspects of the real world. Scientists use models to study complex real world situations. Candyland Elementary School Land Cover Aerial photographs can aid in determining land use types. Land cover types can be measured by using a grid overlay to aid in determining percent coverage. Students will learn how transition from gaining information from a 3-dimensional model to gaining information from an overhead 2-dimensional view. A graphical overview of the carbon cycle, both prior to human burning of fossil fuels and after. Carbon Cycles Portfolio Change and the Hudson River A brief reading summarizing major changes in the Hudson River watershed, including a discussion of when an ecosystem "bends" and "breaks". Change in Sea Level at Battery Park These data come from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Battery Park monitoring station in New York City, and cover the years 1856-2014. Change since 1609: Settlement Changes Hudson Valley plant communities Students will know how the climate of the Hudson Valley has changed over the last 400 years and be able to explain these changes. Changes in Water Quality in Hudson River Wetlands Wetlands play a vital role in protecting habitats for fish and other wildlife, improving water quality, and creating a buffer for storm surges and floodwaters. Chloride and Salt 9-12 Data Exploration & NOS A basic introduction to chloride and salt pollution. Classroom Map Through field checking a map or photo scientists can come up with a more accurate map of the area studied which reflects change over time. Collaborative efforts can lead to increased understanding of the concepts. Climate Change and Sea Level Rise (High School and Middle School) 9-12Data Exploration & NOS, Hudson River Ecology Students will graph Hudson River sea level data from 1970-2015, identify trends in the data, and make predictions about future levels. Climate Change and Sea Level Rise: HRECOS Water Temperature (High School) Students will use HRECOS to generate graphs of Hudson River water temperature data from the month of July in the years 2010-2016, identify trends in the data, exceptions to the data, and make predictions about possible causes of the data trends. Climate Change and Sea Level Rise: HRECOS Water Temperature (Middle School) 6-8Hudson River Ecology Students will use HRECOS graphs of Hudson River water temperature data from the month of July in the years 2010-2016, identify trends in the data, exceptions to the data, and make predictions about possible causes of the data trends. Climate Change and Sea Level Rise: the Future of the Hudson and NYC (High School and Middle School) 6-8, 9-12Data Exploration & NOS, Hudson River Ecology Students will analyze historic sea level data, sea level projections, climate projections, coastal flooding projections, and NYC action plans. They will make comparisons among the data and predict the preparedness of NYC to withstand sea level rise. Climate Indicators Fact Sheet CO2 and Climate Change Students will know how increased carbon dioxide levels affect temperature and be able to graph and interpret data that demonstrates this relationship. Color Bugs What colors are different kinds of insects attracted to and why might this be so? Comparison of Grass Biomass in Varying Amounts of Sunlight 6-8 9-12 Schoolyard Ecology Urban Ecosystems What are the limiting factors to the rate of photosynthesis? How is the flux of carbon in an ecosystem affected by sunlight? Does sunlight exposure affect grass biomass in a given area? Conductivity Reading A background reading on conductivity. Culturing Bacteria and Fungi Decomposers Students do a controlled experiment to culture microbes living on items they collected outside. Cycles: From Rot to Radishes 3-5 6-8 Schoolyard Ecology The central investigation of this unit helps students answer the question "Where does the stuff living things are made of go after those organisms die?" Throughout the unit, students grapple with the notion that matter is neither created nor destroyed, but it takes different forms as it cycles - as part of a living thing at one point in time, then as part of the non-loving environment at another Dandelion Determinations Students will be able to define a population of dandelions and understand why distribution and abundance of individuals is important. Data Exploration & NOS Incorporating secondary data into ecology can provide students with a way of supporting their claims from smaller research projects and connecting their work with the real world. In addition to providing units that include secondary data, these materials also highlight the ecological nature of science by providing lessons that focus on key habits of mind to help students think like an ecologist. Data on PCBs in Fish from Catskill and Troy Data on PCBs in Fish from George Washington Bridge and Troy Data on PCBs in Fish from Haverstraw and Troy PCBs. in the Hudson River. Data on PCBs in Fish from Poughkeepsie and Troy Day 1: Modeling the Interaction of Salinity and Diatom Populations in the Hudson Estuary Students will learn about salinity in the Hudson River Estuary and graph changes in salinity across time and space. They will collect diatom samples and compare diatom communities from their sampling site with salinity levels. Day 2-3: Modeling the Interaction of Salinity and Diatom Populations in the Hudson Estuary 9-12Hudson River Ecology, Water & Watersheds Students will collect diatom samples and compare diatom communities from their sampling site with salinity levels. Day in the Life of the Hudson (Snapshot Day) Groups from Manhattan to Troy collect a variety of river data including salinity, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and fish abundance. Dead Leaf Storyboards- Performance Assessment Students work in groups to create displays that show what happens to a dead leaf over time. Decomposer Dynamics In this module students learn about microbes as decomposers, develop experimental design skills, and apply their knowledge to a variety of everyday situations. K-2 3-5 6-8 9-12 Schoolyard Ecology Is there a difference in the decomposition rates between areas above and below ground? Is there a difference between the decomposition rates measured in the field and the woods? What other factors hasten decomposition besides microfaunal action? Decomposition and Microbial Growth in Tivoli Bay Plants Litter was collected from two marsh plants: Phragmites australis (common reed) and Typha angustifolia (cattail). Microbial productivity was measured for both bacteria and fungi. Decomposition: Creating & Measuring Leaf Packets 6-8, 9-12Biodiversity, Data Exploration & NOS Students will be able to compare the decomposition rates (or amount of decomposition over a set period of time) between different species of trees. Decomposition: Leaf & Soil Collection Students will be able to collect and analyze leaf litter data from different trees, and be able to make a prediction about why the amount of leaf litter differs between species. Decomposition: “Who Decomposed Our Leaves?” Students will know that fungi and microbes are present on leaves and will be able to identify and quantify bacterial and fungal colonies. Dispersal- Lesson 1 Students will examine the shape and size of seeds, know how those differences relate to seed dispersal and be able to compare the trade-offs of those differences. Students will know the spatial relationship of trees and seeds/seedlings of the same species in their woodland plot and be able to explain how the species came to be there. How does dissolved oxygen enter into aquatic ecosystems? What controls its presence? Why do we need to be concerned about it? Students will read about the basics of dissolved oxygen and the ways in which it can be measured. Dissolved Oxygen and Respiration A dataset from the Hudson River showing dissolved oxygen changes over 24 hours. Dissolved Oxygen and Temperature This dataset shows dissolved oxygen changes over seven years in the Hudson River, clearly showing the differences in seasons (both temperature and dissolved oxygen). Data was collected near Kingston, NY. Disturbance: Invasive Mollusk Impacts Students will know how to design an experiment to test how a pond ecosystem changes over time due to an invasive mollusk and be able to develop a testable hypothesis, create the experimental set-up, collect data, and carry out the experiment. Do Hudson River striped bass PCB levels vary by location? (High School) Students will know how to answer the question, “Are fish more contaminated from different locations in the River?” and be able to provide evidence to support their answer. Do Hudson River striped bass PCB levels vary by location? (Middle School) 6-8Hudson River Ecology, Water & Watersheds Eco-Choices 6-8 9-12 Schoolyard Ecology Water & Watersheds In order to help students understand the connections between water and air pollution through the concept of watersheds and airsheds, as well as understand the impacts of their decisions on human health and the environment, we have developed a game that allows middle and high school students to become decision makers in a hypothetical county. Ecology of Lyme Disease 6-8 9-12 Schoolyard Ecology Biodiversity Ecosystem Connections 6-8Water & Watersheds, Biodiversity Students will be able to discuss habitat needs and feeding habits of specific macroinvertebrates and understand connections that exist between the aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem. Ecosystem Consequences of Town Decisions Students evaluate the environmental, political and economic consequences of their actions, and grapple with the difficult nature of making environmentally sound choices. Ecosystem Consequences of Town Decisions: Agriculture Version Students evaluate the environmental, political and economic consequences of their actions, and grapple with the difficult nature of making environmentally sound choices. Agriculture version. Ecosystem Disturbance: Deforestation Students will know the effects of deforestation on an ecosystem and be able to use data to explain ways that deforestation impacts a stream. Ecosystems in Action: Cycling of Matter & Energy Ecosystems are defined as all the organisms along with all the components of the abiotic environment, interacting together as a system, within specific spatial boundaries. The Hudson's ecosystem is connected by the streams, rainfall, runoff and seepage to the forest, atmosphere, and groundwater systems that are in its watershed and airshed. Ecosystems in Action: Population & Community Dynamics How do populations change in the Hudson River ecosystem, and how do these changes affect the larger ecological community? Using video, data, and hands-on investigations, students will explore how food webs and the abiotic resources and conditions of the ecosystem have changed in response to the zebra mussel invasion. This case study allows students to understand community level changes, which they can then apply to other systems. Eel Migration in the Hudson Estuary (Middle School) 6-8Data Exploration & NOS, Hudson River Ecology Students will understand variability in the abundance of American eels (Anguilla rostrata) in tributaries of the Hudson River by comparing data from different locations over time. Eel Migration in the Hudson River Estuary (High School) Students write predictions of how a proposed change to their study site would affect the organisms that live there. Students will know the difference between a pulse and a press event with regards to eutrophication and be able to graph the growth of algae over time. Eutrophication in the Hudson River Students will know the history of nutrient loading in the Hudson River, the consequences, and be able to recommend ways to reduce the levels of nitrogen and phosphorous in the future. Eutrophication [Reading] A short overview of the process of eutrophication. Are there differences in rates of evaporation in shaded, forested areas versus full sun, open field areas? If there are differences in rates of evaporation, what could be some possible causes or factors affecting these differences? Exploring Abiotic Changes due to Zebra Mussels Students will know how the zebra mussel has changed the Hudson River ecosystem and be able to explain how a biotic change affects the abiotic conditions in the Hudson River. Exploring Hudson River PCB data (High School) Students will know how to answer the question, “How likely is it that a striped bass caught near where the students live on the Hudson River will be above the FDA supermarket standard of 2 ppm?” and be able to provide evidence to support their answer. Exploring Hudson River PCB data (Middle School) Exploring our Local Water Cycle Students will know how the water cycle has been altered by humans using local data. Exploring Plant and Soil Connection Students prepare for and do an outdoor investigation of soil in areas where plants and other landscape feature differ, then use their findings to think about plant and soil connections. Exploring Population Change due to Zebra Mussels Students will know how the zebra mussel invasion affected the food web of the Hudson River and be able to explain at least two connections within the food web that were affected using evidence from provided graphs. Extension Activity: Sticky Traps Students will be able to discuss the life cycles of common macroinvertebrates and use data to compare macroinvertebrate larval abundance to adult numbers and make inferences. Fecal Coliform Bacteria & Oxygen Levels at Manhattan These data show water quality levels for dissolved oxygen and fecal coliform bacteria at Manhattan. Fecal Indicator Bacteria & Rainfall These data show the fecal indicator bacteria (Enterococci) and rainfall amounts at five sites along the Hudson River. Feeding Habits Investigations Students design and carry out indoor or outdoor investigations to learn more about animals' feeding interactions. Final Lesson - Conclusions and Discussions 6-8, 9-12Biodiversity Students will know that having different types of trees affects forest ecosystem function, and will be able to explain the impacts of changing species composition on function. Fish and Crab Diversity and Richness Along the Hudson River From 1999-2015, researchers and students aboard the sloop Clearwater tracked the populations of over 100 aquatic macroinvertebrate species - mostly fish and crabs - in the Hudson River using trawl nets. This dataset shows how species density and diversity have shifted over time, and how these shifts vary based on location. Fish Populations & Dissolved Oxygen (Snapshot Day) These data show the populations of Atlantic silversides, blue crabs, ctenophora (comb jellies), striped bass, banded killifish, pumpkinseed fish, spottail shiners, and sunfish compared to dissolved oxygen (DO) in the Hudson River. Students sort items into food and non-food categories, then play a game to get enough food - nutrients and energy - to support six ecosystem organisms. Foragers in the Schoolyard Through a game and outdoor investigation, students compare the behavior of animals in different areas of the schoolyard and experience an authentic ecological research method. The collect and display their data in appropriate graphs in order to examine the factors that influence an animal's ability to survive. Freshwater Channel Food Web Freshwater Shallows Food Web Freshwater Shallows Food Web - No Arrows Freshwater Tidal Wetlands Freshwater tidal wetlands are a unique ecosystem of the Hudson River estuary, and these lessons will help students understand their importance along with some of the challenges due to a changing climate. Full Lower Hudson with Submerged Vegetation Glacial Deposition & Groundwater Students will interpret geological maps, identify the permeability rates in different glacial deposits, and be able to infer which local townships can best benefit from residential wells. Glass Eels in Hudson River Tributaries (Eel Project) The glass eel is the juvenile life stage of the American eel. This is a simplified dataset created from the full data collected by the Eel Project. Graph Type Choice Chart Graphing and interpreting zebra mussel data Students will know how the zebra mussel invasion has changed the Hudson River and be able to use graphed data to explain the history of these changes. GROW gets an answer Students complete their work for GROW by working in groups to create advertisements that teach the public about nutrient cycling, and GROW's research and products Students will know the products and reactants of photosynthesis and be able to explain how the process of photosynthesis affects leaf structure. Students will know where light is more and less available and be able to measure the differences in leaf area and stomata density between leaves in the sun and in the shade. Gypsy Moth Egg Masses on Cary Institute Grounds Researchers at the Cary Institute set up sample plots on the Cary Institute grounds in Millbrook, NY. Researchers searched the following substrates within the plots: live trees, dead trees, leaf litter, and rocks. Gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar 6-8 Biodiversity A fact sheet about Gypsy moths Students will know what herbivory is and will be able to identify different forms of herbivory. Students will know how plants defend themselves and will be able to identify different forms of plant defense mechanisms. Hiring a Scientist Students recommend who GROW should hire as a scientist after reviewing three job applications. Historic Pollution and Human Impacts Wastewater enters the Hudson River from point sources including municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants, combined sewer overflows, urban storm water, and tributaries of the Hudson River such as Fishkill Creek. Historic Pollution in the Hudson Students will know how the pollution in the Hudson River has changed over time, and be able to explain the consequences of these changes. Historical Hudson Valley Temperature & Precipitation (NOAA) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) collects temperature and precipitation data from around the world and displays it on their Climate at a Glance website. History of Wastewater An overview of the history of wastewater in New York, including historic newspaper articles from the 19th century. How does salt pollution impact plants & animals? Students will know at what level of salt concentration aquatic organisms are affected, and be able to explain the results of an experiment to determine these levels. How Does Water Chestnut Impact the Hudson River? Students will understand how the invasive water chestnut plant impacts the Hudson River differently from the native water celery plant and be able to explain these impacts based on a series of graphs. How much salt? Students will know what level of salt concentration affects aquatic plants and/or animals, and will be able to explain the results of an experiment to determine these levels. How much salt? Hydrofracking How much turbidity is too much? 6-8, 9-12Data Exploration & NOS Students will know what level of turbidity affects aquatic organism, and will be able to explain the results of an experiment to determine these levels. How much water is in that river? Students will know how to estimate flow in a river or stream, and be able to explain how how Hudson River flow is expected to change as predicted by global climate change models. Hudson Data Literacy Activities 6-8 9-12 Hudson River Ecology Data Exploration & NOS This is a collection of lessons from the Hudson Valley Ecosystem that allow students to explore different aspects of their local environment by analyzing and interpreting data. In these activities, students work with datasets in a scaffolded format to learn more about their local ecosystem and increase their confidence and skill in working with data. Hudson Marshes & Climate Change Students will know how sea level rise may impact a local freshwater tidal marsh, and will be able to explain the changes to vegetation types. Hudson River Counties Complete How does the Hudson River ecosystem respond to different types of changes over time? Are these changes permanent, and how will the ecosystem respond? Hudson River Fish Advisory Map Hudson River Fish Life History Cards Hudson River Food Webs Students will know how an invasive species has changed the Hudson River food web and be able to explain the impact of the zebra mussel on the food web over time. Hudson River Food Webs [Reading] Overview of what lives in the Hudson River. Hudson River Geography An overview of the Hudson River watershed. Hudson River PCB Classroom Map 6-8 9-12 Water & Watersheds A map depicting the story of PCBs in the Hudson River. Hudson River Plants Hudson River Temperature Long term record of the temperature of the Hudson River at Poughkeepsie. Hudson River Temperature at Poughkeepsie (1946-2012) These data show the annual average water temperature for the Hudson River at Poughkeepsie, NY from 1946-2012. Hudson River Water Quality - Sampling Activity Students will use data to create a scatter plot by hand and be able to understand the importance of replication and the intrinsic link between variability and the conclusions that can be drawn from data. Hudson Valley Geology Students will identify Hudson Valley rocks and be able to explain why the rocks came to be as they are in each place. Hudson Watershed Human Accelerated Environmental Change Students will know some of the major changes that have taken place in the Hudson River watershed and be able to determine what has caused these changes using graphs, tables, and maps. Hurricane Impacts on a Hudson River Tributary Hurricanes are a type of tropical cyclone or severe tropical storm. These catastrophic storms can produce significant thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, floods, and wind gusts exceeding 155 miles per hour. Hurricane Irene and the Hudson River Hurricane Irene caused extensive flood and wind damage as it traveled across the Caribbean and up the East coast of the United States. Using data from the Hudson River Environmental Conditions Observation System (HRECOS) you can track the storm and its effect on the river. Hurricane Sandy and the Hudson River Using data from the Hudson River Environmental Conditions Observation System (HRECOS), you can track the storm and its effect on the river. Hurricane! Data collected at Wappinger Creek on the grounds of the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies during a major storm event, plus storm event data from another local stream (Red Oaks Mill) and the Hudson River during a hurricane (Hurricane Floyd). Hydrofracking - with Chloride Data 6-8 9-12 Data Exploration & NOS Hydrofracking is a gas production technique where the natural gas is extracted from rock deep underground using a cocktail of water and chemicals (fracking fluid), injected with high pressure. Students explore the effects of hydrofracking using secondary data and first-hand investigations designed to help them understand how salt pollution impacts ecosystems function. Hydrofracking - with Turbidity Data Hydrofracking, or hydraulic fracturing, is a gas production technique where the natural gas is extracted from rock deep underground using a cocktail of water and chemicals (fracking fluid), injected with high pressure. There are a number of ecological concerns related to this practice, including an increase in turbidity due to infrastructure development for the wells and reduced streamflow due to water withdrawals for the fracking process. In this unit, students explore how fracking might affect turbidity levels using secondary data from streams in Arkansas and a first-hand investigation on turbidity in a pond microcosm. Hydrofracking and Ecosystems Students will understand the process of hydrofracking and will be able to use a short article to explain the benefits and drawbacks, focusing on turbidity. Hydrofracking and Forests Students will understand the process of hydrofracking and will be able to use a short article to explain the benefits and drawbacks. Hydrofracking Data Students will know how to recognize variability in hydrofracking data, and will be able to make an appropriate graph of a selected variable in Excel or by hand. Hydrofracking Data - Turbidity Students will know how to recognize variability in hydrofracking data, and will be able to make an appropriate graph of provided turbidity data. Hydrofracking Fluids & the Forest Students will know how the hydrofracking fluid affected the health of the trees and soil in the forest, and will be able to explain the drawbacks of flowback water with respect to ecosystem health. Hydrology in the Wappinger Creek This dataset shows the stream depth, conductivity, discharge, and temperature of the Wappinger Creek. Looking at abiotic factors such as stream temperature, stream depth and conductivity can indicate the health of the stream as well as the surrounding land. Impacts of Common Reed & its management Students will know that removing an invasive plant can have a variety of impacts and be able to explain some of these impacts using evidence. Impacts of Schoolyard Traffic K-2, 3-5, 6-8Schoolyard Ecology Students will know that the presence of humans has an impact on soil communities in their schoolyard. Inquiry Oxygen Students will know the factors that change dissolved oxygen levels and be able to design an experiment to test their ideas. Insect Foraging Preference Is an invasive as tasty as a native? Introducing Microbes as Decomposers Students propose how dead plants disappear over time, then examine mold, and talk about microbes as decomposers. Introduction to Dissolved Oxygen Students will know how dissolved oxygen enters water and be able to explain at least two variables that affect the amount of dissolved oxygen in water. Introduction to Invasive Species Students will know why we call some species invasive and be able to discuss several traits that are common among many invasive species and be able to explain the effects of at least one invasive species on ecosystems in the Hudson Valley. Introduction to Land Use Change Students will know the major changes that have taken place in the Hudson Valley and will be able to use aerial photos to describe major trends. Introduction to Phenology Students will be able to explain phenology, and explore how the phenology of mayflies in local stream changes over time Introduction to the Hudson: Journey down the river 3-5, 6-8, 9-12Hudson River Ecology Students will know the components of the Hudson River ecosystem and be able to give several examples of ways that living and non-living things interact in the Hudson River. Introduction to Zebra Mussels Students will know what lives in the Hudson River, and will be able to create a food web drawing to represent the organisms living in the river. They will also know that the Hudson River food web is changing in response to the zebra mussel invasion, and will be able to make predictions about how native organisms will be affected by this invasion. Introduction: Creating a Woodland Study Plot Students will know what trees live in their schoolyard and will be able to identify at least four trees. Students will know how to describe the forest community in their schoolyard and will be able to explain differences between two species in terms of one of the following: general health, location, density, carbon storage, or basal area. Invasive Plant Flashcards Photos and descriptive information about common invasive plants found in and around Dutchess County, NY. Invasive Plant Survey Students will investigate whether there are more native or invasive plants and how herbivory affects both types of plants in their schoolyard. Students will learn how and why invasive species have such large ecosystem impacts and how they have changed the Hudson River. This unit includes a more in-depth investigation of three species: zebra mussels, water chestnut, and common reed. Invasive Species Independent Research Report Students will know that aquatic communities change composition based on vegetation types and be able to explain the differences. Invasive Species Reading & Questions A general overview of invasive species. Invasives and Macroinvertebrates Invertebrates in Plants on Hudson River Shorelines Organic matter that is washed onto the shore, or "wrack," is an important part of shoreline ecosystems because it provides habitats for macroinvertebrates and nutrients for both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Investigating a Hudson Freshwater Tidal Wetland Students will know how tides affect plant community distribution and nutrient uptake in a freshwater tidal wetland and will be able to investigate their ideas through a field trip to the wetland. Investigating Land Use & Water Quality Students will know how land use affects water quality and be able to compare water quality in two different aquatic ecosystems. Investigating local sources of salt pollution Students will know how the application of road salt impacts water quality and be able to discover the different sources of salt as well as the amount of time that salt stays in the aquatic ecosystem. Is it safe to swim in the Hudson River? Students will know how the sewage levels in the Hudson River have changed over time, and be able to explain the consequences of these changes. Is it too cloudy? Students will know how to test for turbidity in their local stream and will be able to explain whether their stream is contaminated by turbidity. Is it too salty? Measuring conductivity Students will know how to test for salt pollution in their local stream and will be able to explain whether their stream is contaminated by salt. Is it too salty? Collecting Samples Students will know how to test for salt pollution in their local stream and will be able to explain whether their stream is contaminated by salt through first-hand investigations. Is it too salty? Hydrofracking Students will know how to test for salt pollution in a water sample and will be able to explain whether their sample is contaminated by salt. Is Our Water Healthy? Students will decide whether their local stream or the larger Hudson River are healthy, using chemical and physical characteristics, and be able to collect data to support or negate their hypotheses. It's Raining Seeds! Students collect data about the "seed rain" in the their schoolyard, while also learning to identify trees and seeds in their schoolyard. This data can be collected over months or year to analyze and compare data on seed production over time. Key to Common Pond Invertebrates of the Hudson Valley A simplified key to common pond invertebrates of the Hudson Valley. Kick Net Protocol K-2 3-5 6-8 9-12 Water & Watersheds Biodiversity An alternative to leaf pack sampling for macroinvertebrates is using the kick netting technique. Kick netting does not require any advance preparation or stream visits. The kick netting technique is also useful if leaf packs are washed away or dislodged and contents are no longer present in the pack. Land Use in Small Watersheds 9-12Water & Watersheds Students learn that there may be a range of land use activities in any given watershed and we can use aerial photographs to determine the relative proportion of different land use practices in a large area. Leaf Pack Protocol Water & Watersheds Biodiversity This protocol requires that leaf packs are assembled and placed in the stream 3-4 weeks before data collection takes place. Litter Bags Does decomposition vary in different places? Do large soil organisms (e.g., worms) speed up decomposition? Long-Term Environmental Monitoring at the Cary Institute The Cary Institute's Environmental Monitoring Program provides information about current conditions and long-term trends. Long-Term Hudson River Fish Surveys (NYSDEC) The DEC collected a variety of fish in the spring, summer, and early fall when eggs, larvae, and juveniles are more plentiful. This dataset shows their results for tomcod, striped bass, rainbow smelt, and American shad. Lower Hudson with Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Lyme Bacteriium, Borrelia burgdorferi 6-8 9-12 Biodiversity A fact sheet about the bacteria that cause Lyme disease Lyme Disease Connections This dataset will allow you to explore connections between tick populations, their mouse hosts, and the acorns that feed the mice. Lyme Disease Prevalence in the Northeast In this dataset, students can explore how the prevalence of Lyme disease has changed over time in the Northeast. Macroinvertebrate Data Macroinvertebrate data collected from the East Branch of the Wappinger Creek Macroinvertebrate Photo Cards 3-5 6-8 9-12 Hudson River Ecology Aquatic macroinvertebrate photos. A basic overview of invertebrates found in an aquatic ecosystem. Making Food Chains Students make food chains for their study site organisms, and learn food chain terminology. Making Food Webs Students make food webs of their study site, then trace how a change in one population could affect other populations within the web. Making Your Own Tree Key Mapping a Daily Path Through the Schoolyard Students will know how their schoolyard is used by different people throughout the day, and will be able to create a map showing these patterns. Mapping: What's on the Whole Schoolyard The series of lessons that comprise this unit are intended to take students from direct observations of their schoolyard to interpretation of air photographs of their schoolyard. As steps along the way, students create a three dimensional model of the school site based on their initial field observations. They then make an "air photo" of this model and analyze land cover types from this. In this way, they learn first hand what an air photo is, and begin to develop the skills of land cover classification and quantification from something that they've created themselves. Finally, they analyze a real air photo of their school site, identify land cover types, try to quantify these, and ground truth them through field reconnaissance. Marathon Battery Contaminated Fish Article Marsh Food Web Marsh Food Web-No Arrows Maximum Annual Temperature at Poughkeepsie Long term record of maximum annual temperature at Poughkeepsie (air). Mayfly Data Number of Mayfly nymphs (larvae) in the East Branch of the Wappinger Creek. Mayfly Data Variability and Analysis Students will understand how variation in data and sample size help us to make a claim. Students will learn to use "hedging language" in discussing results. Minimum Annual Temperature at Poughkeepsie Long term record of minimum annual temperature at Poughkeepsie (air). Mosquitoes in Two Different Pond Habitats Mosquitoes play an integral role in the spread of diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, West Nile fever, and encephalitis. Natural History of the Hudson River This unit introduces students to the ecosystem concept using the Hudson River ecosystem. Students learn about both the biotic and physical history of the Hudson River ecosystem, including its geology, tides, and watershed. This unit's focus is on the characteristics and historical drivers that primarily shaped the Hudson River ecosystem before European settlement. Changes after European settlement are explored in the following unit "The Hudson Valley: A Social-Ecological System." Natural Selection & Evolution This unit integrates ecology and evolution by focusing on the story of Foundry Cove, where thousands of pounds of cadmium waste were dumped from the 1950s through 1970s. Natural Selection at Foundry Cove Students will know that environmental changes act as a selection filter and be able to explain these processes using the example of cadmium resistance in Foundry Cove mud worms. Nature Preserves: Is Bigger Better? 6-8, 9-12, 3-5Schoolyard Ecology Students will understand the effect of "nature preserve" size on the diversity and abundance of organisms protected within the preserve. New York State Farming Trends In this dataset, you can explore how trends have changed related to milk production and sales in New York over time, as well as compare the environmental impact of milk production vs. apple production. New York State Sea Level Rise Task Force Report An overview of nitrogen pollution, focusing on nitrate-nitrogen, the compound most commonly tested with school kits. Nitrogen in a Disturbed Watershed Nitrogen in an Undisturbed Watershed Nitrogen in Ecosystems Students will know where nitrogen exists and in which forms, and will be able to draw a diagram showing the movement of nitrogen in ecosystems. Nitrogen inputs to Northeast Watersheds Nitrogen loading to Hudson Watershed Our Runoff Student collect data about their schoolyard, neighborhood and town to estimate the amount of water that runs off these places into a nearby stream. Outdoor Research Excursion Students visit thier study site to look for animals and clues about their food resources. The next day they process their findings. Outdoor Study Stations-performance assessment Students create stations with interpretive labels that teach others about signs of animals and what they eat. Oxygen Cycling in the Hudson River Dissolved oxygen (D.O.) is an important measure of water quality and can be used to predict information about the local community of organisms. Oxygen Levels and Invasive Aquatic Plants Healthy aquatic habitats usually have dissolved oxygen levels at or above 80% saturation. Most fish and other organisms cannot live below 30% dissolved oxygen saturation, which is considered hypoxic. Paleobotany: Hudson Valley Pollen from the Ice Age & Beyond Using sediment cores collected from deep below the surface of seas and lakes, scientists can analyze things like macrofossils, temperature, pollen, and more from thousands of years ago. Paleoclimate of the Hudson Valley -- Historic plant communities Students will know how the climate of the Hudson Valley has changed over the last glaciation and be able to explain these changes. PCBs in Hudson River Fish 6-8 9-12 Hudson River Ecology Water & Watersheds The Hudson River has one of the highest levels of PCB pollution of any river on the East Coast. In this module, students will learn about the history of PCB's in the Hudson, how PCB's get into the fish we eat, and what has been done to remove PCB's from the Hudson River. Students will also gain experience analyzing data by exploring how levels of PCB's vary over time, location, and between different species of fish. There are separate versions of the lessons that are appropriate for middle school and high school students. PCBs in Hudson River Fish Reading PCBs in Hudson River Fish Reading Middle School PCBs in Hudson River Fish [Dataset] This dataset provides data on PCBs in four species of Hudson River fish collected from various locations in the Hudson over 10 years (2001-2011). Percolation Protocol Students will know how soil compaction affects water infiltration and will be able to design and carry out a simple experiment to test their ideas. A short reading about pollution that causes a change in pH of aquatic systems. Pharmaceuticals found in the Hudson River Estuary Understanding how human activity influences the Hudson is a prime concern for the maintenance of the river, especially as the human population grows. Students can learn about pollution caused by phosphates. Which ground dwelling insects live in this area? Plans and Peer Reviews Students work in groups to design a fair test that will yield information for GROW, then review each others plans and decide on a final design. Urban Ecosystems, Biodiversity Students will evaluate available resources in order to create and maintain a native species environment. Planting Preferences- Written Assessment Students work in groups to rank four sites according to their suitability for planting shrubs, then independently complete a diagram showing a nutrient cycle for the preferred site. A basic overview of pollution, focusing on the Hudson River watershed. Pollution drives evolution in the Hudson River Students will know how Hudson River tomcod evolved resistance to PCBs and be able to critically compare the way different news outlets choose to tell a scientific story. Pond Ecosystem Includes the major groups of living things in ponds, and a short discussion of eutrophication, along with the importance of detritus. Population Survey of Human Use of Schoolyard Schoolyard Ecology, Urban Ecosystems Students will gain data indicating how frequently the different areas of the schoolyard are used. Precipitation & Interception Does the amount of precipitation that reaches the ground differ between open field areas and forested areas? If so, what processes are involved that may influence the amount of rainfall, or throughfall, that reaches the ground? Preparing for Fieldwork Students become familiar with what animals and animal signs to look for outdoors, then practice field research skills and methods. Primary Productivity in the Hudson River Estuary Using data from the Hudson River Environmental Conditions Observation System (HRECOS) you can look at how primary productivity changes daily and over the growing season. Progression of Tidal Wave up the River Progression of Tides in Time Puddle Study K-2, 3-5Water & Watersheds Students will know how to map puddles on their school property and investigate what lives in the puddles. Puddle Study Microbe ID Guide K-2 3-5 6-8 9-12 Biodiversity Schoolyard Ecology Water & Watersheds Basic microbe and bacteria ID guide for students. Quadrats and Questions K-2, 3-5, 9-12, 6-8Schoolyard Ecology Students will be able to observe the environment around them and formulate questions based on their own observations. Radish Results Students make and process final observations of their plants, graphs and discuss their data in groups, compile the whole class data, discuss conclusions, then write letters to GROW. Real-Time Hudson River Conditions (HRECOS) The Hudson River Environmental Conditions Observing System (HRECOS) is a network of real-time monitoring stations along the Hudson River. This network includes several stations from the New York/New Jersey harbor up to Schodack Island. Students will know that plants use oxygen underwater and be able to design an experiment that will test this question. River and Estuary Observatory Network (REON) There are many monitoring sites along the Hudson River. These sites collect data, such as barometric pressure, precipitation, relative humidity, air temperature, surface water temperature, wind direction, and wind speed. Riverkeeper Sweep: Trash Cleaned from Hudson River Shorelines (2016-2017) The annual Riverkeeper Sweep is a day of service for the Hudson River. In 2016, a select number of sites began to classify and count each piece of trash they pick up. Salinity Graphic K-2 3-5 6-8 9-12 Hudson River Ecology Water & Watersheds Salt Levels in the Hudson River (Snapshot Day) These data show the salinity (salt) levels at seven sites along the Hudson River. Salt Pollution The Cary Institute has been involved in a long-term study to monitor the increase of sodium chloride in our local stream over the last 25 years. While sodium is less of a problem for organisms, chloride can be more harmful. Unfortunately, chloride levels have increased in local streams throughout our region, and in many parts of the country, as municipalities treat increasing numbers of roadways with salt during the winter months. Sodium chloride accumulates in groundwater over time, and is released into streams even during the summer, when groundwater plays a crucial role for supplying water flow. So, despite the fact that salt is spread in the winter, it is a problem all year, and if current trends continue, many parts of the northeast will have streams with water that is unfit for human consumption and is toxic to freshwater life within the next century (Kaushal et al, 2005). In addition to being a compelling environmental story, testing for conductivity as a measurement for chloride is relatively easy for students with a PASCO or Vernier probe, and samples can be taken from water bodies and stored conveniently for testing at a later date. Salt Pollution & Land Use Students will know how salt pollution gets into groundwater, and be able to explain what happens when salt is applied to the ground/roads using data. Salt Pollution in a Hudson River Tributary When scientists do a 'budget' of a water source, it helps to think of a bank account. You want to know how much goes in, and how much goes out, of your bank account. Salt Water in Streams Students will understand the different aspects of pollution and be able to explain why salt pollution is a problem. Students will know that changing the abiotic factors of an ecosystem affects the organisms living in the ecosystem, and will be able to explain at least two ways in which salt affects organisms from different ecosystems. Salty Salty Streams Students will know how streams become polluted with salt using first and second hand data, and will be able to make a prediction about future chloride levels in their local watershed stream. School Ecosystem Investigations K-2 3-5 Schoolyard Ecology Studying ecosystems can be done everywhere, and you don't need a lot of materials to do so! These lessons and investigations will support you in your efforts to get students outside, studying their own backyard using simple methods and materials. School water budget Students will know how much water enters and exits their school building, creating a water budget and be able to understand how land cover affects the water that enters the school campus. School Woodland Biodiversity This unit aims to increase students understanding of schoolyard tree biodiversity, and engage students in thinking about local forests as dynamic, exciting systems. The curriculum also encourages students to develop and test claims comparing different forest types. Thinking about the flow of matter and energy with students is one of the key ways of exploring ecosystems. In these lessons, students construct their own understanding of ecosystems through investigations in their schoolyard, developing ideas about ecological processes and functions Schoolyard in a Picture Frame Students will draw what they see. Students will work to include locations of different features on a schoolyard as seen from a side view. Schoolyard Inquiries 3-5 Schoolyard Ecology Urban Ecosystems The lessons in this unit provide methods for students to carry out three investigations to ask questions about differences in the land cover types for three important dimensions of the schoolyard ecosystem: the biological community – earthworms the physical environment – percolation of water into soil the social dimension – people’s use of the schoolyard The unit culminates in a final lesson where students have the opportunity to pursue topics they identify themselves. This can be set up simply as an open inquiry opportunity, or as a way of pursuing specific whole-schoolyard questions that might have surfaced during previous inquiries. Sea Temperature Rise Seed Preferences Do seed eaters have preferences for specific kinds of seeds? What factors determine preferences for different seed types? Do preferences change in different habitats or micro-environments? Small Watershed Ecology Assessment Project The SWEAP materials and activities assist teachers in guiding their students as they compare the ecology of three small watersheds with different land uses (e.g., agricultural, forested, developed). Students learn about the factors that determine the quantity and quality of water flowing from any watershed, and the impact this has on aquatic ecosystems. Soil Beneath Us Students learn that soil is a complex mixture of rock, organic material, and water, along with air spaces. Through soil testing and map reading, they learn that soil composition varies from site to site depending on the underlying rock type, overlying vegetation, time, topography, climate, and chemicals carried by water percolating through the soil. Lastly, students understand that soils in a watershed affect the chemistry and quantity of water as it percolates through them. Students will know the connection between land use and permeability, and be able to use data from a classroom activity to explain this connection. Soil: The natural water filter Students will know the importance of soil as a water filter, and be able to discuss how the composition of the soil impacts its ability to filter pollutants. Spring Bird Migration Dates in Dutchess County Data show a 123-year record (1885-2008) of first arrival date of select migratory birds in Dutchess County, NY. Stalking the Unseen Students hear a story of a scientist who studies microbe decomposers, then plan and take a trip outside to collect items for culturing microbes. Storm Effects on Wappinger Creek Hudson River Ecology Water & Watersheds Storm chemistry data collected at the Wappinger Creek on the grounds of the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies. Storm Impacts on Water Chemistry in a Hudson River Tributary Samples were collected from the East Branch of the Wappinger Creek on Cary Institute grounds in Millbrook, NY. Stream Chemistry Monitoring in the Wappinger Creek (1985-2016) Looking at abiotic factors such as stream temperature, stream depth and conductivity can indicate the health of the stream as well as the surrounding land. Stream Ecology The Stream Ecology Unit (YES-Net) enlists students as scientists as they collect data on the numbers and kinds of aquatic insects found in local streams. This unit is unique in that it focuses on collecting long term data about the changes in the populations of macroinvertebrates. Students gain skills in field work and identification of these critters and have the opportunity to explore and interpret trends in their data as well as data collected by others. In addition, the field trip is surrounded by classroom lessons that teach key concepts such as the effect of abiotic and biotic factors on stream ecosystems, food webs, and data analysis and exploration. Stream Ecosystem Field Activity Student will compare macroinvertebrate diversity and abiotic conditions in stream riffles and pools. Stream Invertebrate Drawings & Feeding Guide K-2 3-5 6-8 9-12 Hudson River Ecology Schoolyard Ecology Water & Watersheds These "biology briefs" provide a line drawing of common aquatic macroinvertebrates, plus information on their feeding habits. This is useful for having students create a food web. Streams and Land Use Change How do urban areas affect runoff? What happens to streams when it rains, both in urban and in rural areas? This brief article provides and overview of the answers to those questions. Student-Directed Inquiry K-2, 3-5Schoolyard Ecology Students will learn how to design a good investigation and the concept of a fair test. They will learn how differences in land cover type may lead to difference in ecosystem (biological, physical and social) features, and how biological, physical and/or social features of an ecosystem can be inter-related. Survivors at Foundry Cove! Students will know that mud worms at Foundry Cove evolved cadmium resistance and be able to explain how the scientists verified that cadmium-resistance is an inherited trait. Which insects live on grasses and bushes in fields and lawns? Temperature and Dissolved Oxygen Students will know how temperature affects dissolved oxygen and be able to create a graph showing this relationship. Temperature impacts on metabolism Students will know how temperature affects aquatic organisms' metabolism and be able to graph data and interpret results from an experiment examining metabolic effects. K-2 3-5 6-8 9-12 Biodiversity Hudson River Ecology Schoolyard Ecology Testing Conditions that Promote Decomposition Students test factors that promote the growth of microbes, then use their findings to make compost. The Bag That Wouldn't Go Away- Performance Assessment Students design and set up model waste disposal systems that will help biodegradable plastic bags decompose The Basics: Introduction to Water Quality Students will understand the different aspects of water quality and be able to use water quality test kits to practice testing for pollutants. The Black-legged Tick, Ixodes scapularis A fact sheet about ticks The Cost of Climate Change The Eastern Chipmunk, Tamias striatus A fact sheet about chipmunks The Hudson Valley: A Social-Ecological System In this module students will learn how land use has changed in the Hudson River watershed, both in geologic history and in more recent times in response to human pressures. Lessons include using paleoecology to understand change since the last glaciation, and using macroinvertebrates as an indicator for ecosystem health as it relates to land use. The Impact of Drought on the Hudson River Using data from the Hudson River Environmental Conditions Observation System (HRECOS) you can look at the impact of drought in the Hudson River by comparing two years with different PDSI scores. The Marathon Battery Factory Students will know how Foundry Cove became the most cadmium-polluted place in the world and will be able to explain the impact on the ecosystem. The mouth of the river The Oak Tree, Quercus species A fact sheet about oak trees The Plane in the Sky: School from an Airplane Using aerial photographs Land Classification to determine what covers the schoolyard Land cover percentage (Building on skills from “Candyland Elementary School Land Use” lesson) The White-Footed Mouse, Peromyscus leucopus A fact sheet about mice Tidal Marsh Field Guide Photos and descriptive text of life in a freshwater tidal marsh. An overview of how the tides change in the Hudson River estuary. Tides in the Hudson Students will know how tides affect the Hudson River and be able to create a graph showing a two-day pattern of tides in the river. Tides in the Hudson I, 2 pages Tides in the Hudson, 6 pages Tivoli Aquatic Vegetation 1991-1997 Track Plates K-2 3-5 6-8 9-12 Biodiversity Who is walking around our schoolyard? Traffic, Air Pollution, and Human Demographics in New York Air pollution from traffic can be a major problem in many parts of the world. This dataset examines how traffic congestion and associated pollutants are related to the demographics of the populations that live near traffic. Tree Canopies and Precipitation Chemistry in a Forest If you think of precipitation as the rain above the tree canopy and throughfall as the rain below the canopy, then plotting the two together gives you an idea of how the canopy is altering the chemistry of the rain. Tree Transects Do different tree species occur along the edge versus the interior of a forest? Does the total number of tree species differ in different parts of a forest stand? Turbidity & Hydrofracking Students will know how turbidity and hydrofracking are connected, and will be able to explain the impact of hydrofracking with respect to ecosystem health using data. Students set up experiments to test the effects of compost tea on plant growth, learn about plant development, then monitor their experiments for 3-5 weeks. When people think of ecology, they usually imagine studies out in the country. The next thing they think of is studies involving the relationship of plants and animals to one another. They also imagine studies that show how organisms relate to the physical environment -- air, water, and soil. People and cities usually don't come to mind when ecology is mentioned. Wappinger Chemistry, Final Teaching about the water cycle can be made more realistic and valuable for students by incorporating what they know about water-where it comes from, what happens to it after they use it, and what problems are associated with its use. When students study watersheds, they learn in a personal way about the importance of water, and how land use affects surface and groundwater. Water Bugs in Native and Invasive Plant Beds Near Kingston Trapa is a floating invasive species that was introduced to the Hudson River. Vallisneria is a submersed (underwater) native species in the Hudson River. Water Celery: Day Water Celery: Night Water Chestnut This reading includes basic ecology of the water chestnut, along with information about the invasion of this plant in the region. Water Chestnut & Dissolved Oxygen Students will know how a water chestnut bed impacts dissolved oxygen levels across space and through time and will be able to use graphs to explain these changes. Water Chestnut Invasion Data from the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies showing the change in dissolved oxygen in response to water chestnut. Water Chestnut: High Tide Day Water Chestnut: High Tide Night Water Chestnut: Low Tide Day Water Chestnut: Low Tide Night Water Cycle and Land Use Describes how the water cycle has been altered due to human actions, focusing on land use changes. Water Data for New York State (USGS) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has a network of real-time monitoring stations located along many waterways in New York State. Water Quality & Health The toxification of the Hudson River has had a dramatic impact on the health of the river's ecosystem as well as the ability of people living along the river to use and enjoy it. With increasing human population in the last one hundred years, the Hudson has endured high levels of raw sewage, loading of nutrients, and the accumulation of pollutants such as PCBs. In this module, students learn how to monitor a local waterway for changes in water quality, and how the Hudson River has changed over time due to pollutants including nitrates, phosphates, and salt. Water Quality Overview Provides a chart that students can use to remind them of the "normal" ranges for common water quality parameters. Water Seekers Students will explore where water exists inside and outside of their school and create a class bar graph of their data. Students use topographic maps to determine watershed boundaries and better understand how watersheds are delineated. Students will know how water flows around their school and will be able to explain how permeability and pollution within a watershed affect water quality. Watersheds and People Students generate a list of local land use activities and consider how these activities may affect local water quality and quantity. Watersheds [Reading] Students read about the Hudson River watershed. Weather, Climate, & Climate Change Students will investigate the physical and chemical parameters of a waterway, discuss the impact of different types of land cover, and use data from Wappinger Creek collected before, during, and after a storm to examine the effects of storm water on a small stream. Weather: How could storms affect streams? [Exploration with data from Wappinger Creek] Students will know how a stream changes during and after a storm and be able to create and/or interpret graphs demonstrating these changes. Weather: How could storms affect streams? [inquiry lesson] Students will hypothesize how a storm event might change the physical and chemical characteristics of a local stream and be able to collect data to support or negate their hypotheses and communicate these results to others. Weather: Hurricane! Students will know how a large storm affects the flow of water in streams and be able to create a graph that explains their answers to this question. Wetlands & Nitrates 6-8, 9-12Hudson River Ecology, Schoolyard Ecology Students will know how plants are able to remove nitrate pollution, and will be able to compare differences in nitrate uptake by aquatic or terrestrial plants. Wetlands are... Students will know the functions of wetlands and will be able to explain at least one function performed by wetlands. What are Freshwater Tidal Wetlands? Students brainstorm and share what they already know about wetlands, and sketch a simple tidal marsh diagram with vegetation zones and appropriate organisms. What climate change means for the Hudson River Students will know how temperature changes impact organisms and ecosystems and be able to discuss several climate change-related impacts on the Hudson River ecosystem. What's Really There? All scientific maps need to be verified by fieldwork (exploring the schoolyard). Field checking is the process of verifying a land use map by physically checking the schoolyard. The accuracy of the map can be improved through the knowledge gained by field checking. Where does our water go? A wastewater travel log Students trace water through the community, and understand how filtration, gravity and microbes clean wastewater. Which fish should I eat? (High School) Students will know how to answer the question, “Are some fish less harmful to eat from the Hudson River than others?” and be able to provide evidence to support their answer. Which fish should I eat? (Middle School) Who Eats What Exhibition- Performance Assessment Students plan, prepare, and present an exhibition of their work to an audience. Students' central challenge is to determine the food web of a local site. By investigating a familiar area, such as their schoolyard or a neighborhood park, students see their everyday environment as an ecosystem of which they are part. Why is it so salty? A dataset containing various sources of salt pollution for the watershed of the East Wappinger Creek in Millbrook, NY. Different student groups become experts on different parts of the dataset. Why is Sea Level Rising? Wildlife Distribution & Abundance in Managed Ecosystems Dataset representing wildlife encounters recorded by trail cameras during the late summer and fall, 2015-2016. [Location: Cary Institute, Millbrook NY] Wings on Seeds Students will know which characteristics of maple seeds help them travel farther and be able to explain why is this important. Working with Macroinvertebrate Data Students will identify abiotic characteristics of pools and riffles in a stream and analyze, interpret, and display data they collected on during their field trip to Wappinger Creek Worm Worlds Compare the number of earthworms living in different parts of a study area by forcing worms to the surface using a non-lethal irritant (hot mustard slurry!). Youngsters try to explain differences based on environmental conditions they can observe - soil conditions, ground cover and local physical conditions. Worms, Water, and People on the Schoolyard Students will learn how different elements of the schoolyard ecosystem are linked, how scientists compile data and search for patterns and relationships, and how these relationships can be described. Zebra Mussel Fact Sheet Students will learn about the zebra mussel invasion and zebra mussel ecology. Zebra Mussel Invasion Data These data are part of a long-term record from the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, showing the change over time of different components of the Hudson River ecosystem in response to the zebra mussel invasion. Zebra Mussel Populations Zebra mussels were first detected in the Hudson in 1991. By 1992 they had spread throughout the freshwater and slightly brackish parts of the estuary. Zebra Mussels & Other Organisms Zebra mussels were first detected in the Hudson in 1991. By 1992 they had spread throughout the freshwater and slightly brackish parts of the estuary and had a biomass greater than the combined biomass of all other consumers. Zebra Mussels: After Invasion Zebra Mussels: Before Invasion Clear All Selected Filters - predict how changes in a landscape couldripple through a food web -understand why it's important for people to consider the food web of a piece of land before they alter it For the class: several copies of Who Eats Who guide other resource books (see "Resource List") For each student: copy of "Challenge Sheet" copy of "Scoring Sheet" copy of "Portfolio Cover Sheet" (see Eco-Inquiry's Multiple Forms of Assessment") Lesson Files Environmental Impact Statement- Written Assessment Eco Inquiry's Multiple Forms of Assessment- contains "Portfolio Cover Sheet" Who Eats What Guide Benchmarks for Science Literacy 5D Interdependence of Life, 5E Flow of Matter and Energy, 7D Social Trade-offs, 7E Political and Economic Systems, 7F Social Conflict, 12D Communication Skills, 12E Critical-Response Skills NYS Standards MST 4- Physical setting, living environment and nature of science, ELA 3- Language for critical analysis and evaluation, ELA 4 - Language for communication and social interaction with a wide variety of people Credits Hogan, Kathleen. Eco-Inquiry: A Guide to Ecological Learning Experiences for the Upper Elementary/Middle Grades. Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company, PO Box 1840, 4050 Westmark Drive, Dubuque, IA 52004-1840., 1994.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2417
__label__wiki	0.684729	0.684729	Events coming up in Jewish Chicago “A Jewish Founding Father? Alexander Hamilton’s Hidden Life” Join Professor Andrew Porwancher (University of Oklahoma) as he details his adventure to uncover the heritage of the famous Founding Father. Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie, presents an evening with novelist James Carroll (“Constantine’s Sword-The Church and the Jews”),7 p.m. Cost is $5 per person, includes desserts and coffee. Q&A follows hisbrief lecture. Open to the community. For more information call 847-675-0951 or visit www.tbiskokie.org. Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, will present the film ‘The Zookeeper’s Wife,’ which tells the true story of Jan and Antonina Zabinski, and how they rescued hundreds of Jews from the Germans by hiding them in their Warsaw zoo. After the screening, a discussion will be led by Dr. Elliot Lefkovitz, faculty member, Spertus Institute and History Professor Emeritus, Loyola University. This program will began at 2 p.m. and is offered free of charge as part of Coming Together in Skokie, a series of programs and events, with each year spotlighting a specific national, cultural or ethnic group. Polish Culture is the focus of the 2019 initiative. A night of Israeli dancing, led by a trained dance specialist, starting at 7:30 p.m., at Ezra-Habonim, the Niles Township Jewish Congregation, 4500 Dempster, Skokie. Cost for the evening is $5 per person. For reservations or further information, call the synagogue office at 847-675-4141 or go to the web site at www.ehnt.org. ‘A Conversation on Faith and Torah’ with author Scott Shay and Rabbi Leonard Matanky will be held at 4 p.m. at Ida Crown Jewish Academy, 8233 N. Central Park, Skokie. Shay is the author of ‘In Good Faith: Questioning Religion And Atheism’ and is an alumnus of ICJA. For more information, call (773) 973-1450. Don’t tell Yiddish singer Jane Peppler that Yiddish no longer has relevance in the music world. She performs with world-music ensemble Mappamundi and has made five Yiddish recordings, one being “Cabaret Warsaw,” connected with a Mappamundi touring show, and three being connected with her “Yiddish Songs from Warsaw 1929-1934: the Itsik Zhelonek Collection” research project and songbook. Jane will bring her Yiddish songs to life on Feb. 22 and 23 at Aitz Hayim for Jewish Living, 1185 Sheridan Road in Glencoe. Many of these melodies were thought be lost forever before Jane rescued them from the world of obscurity to make them as relevant today as they were back in the 1930s. There are two opportunities to explore her melodies: Feb. 22, beginning at 6 p.m., that will follow a Kabbalat Shabbat dinner, at $20 per person (reservations required). She also will perform during a Shabbat service on Feb. 23 beginning at 10 a.m., with a lunch that follows. For more information, visit www.aitzhayim.org or call 847-835-3232. Shabbat Yoga, a gentle, relaxing yoga session inspired by Shabbat as a rest day, open to all levels, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Brings together Jewish spiritual heritage and the healing practice of yoga. Open to the community at no charge at Congregation Beth Shalom, 3433 Walters Ave, Northbrook, 847-498-4100. “A Jewish Founding Father? Alexander Hamilton’s Hidden Life” Join Professor Andrew Porwancher (University of Oklahoma) as he details his adventure to uncover the heritage of the famous Founding Father. Learning Dutch, travelling to several Caribbean islands and retracing the footsteps Alexander took on his way to becoming an American icon are only a few of the topics Porwancher will discuss. 1 p.m. at UIC College Theatre, L285 Recital Hall (1044 W Harrison St. Chicago). Free admission; coffee and tea will be provided. Register at www.onedayu.com or contact Josh Magid at Josh@onedayu.com. A class in “Yiddish – Proverbs, Idioms and Curses to Tackle Life,”highlighted by a slide presentation and translations, will be presented at Ezra-Habonim, the Niles Township Jewish Cong., 4500 Dempster, Skokie, starting at 6 p.m. Fee for the event is $5 for synagogue members with paid reservations. Non-members and at-the-door fee is $8. For further information, contact the synagogue office at 847-675-4141 or go to www.ehnt.org. Game Day hosted by Congregation Beth Shalom Sisterhood at Ravinia Green Country Club, 1200 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods. Come play Mah Jongg, Canasta and Bridge. Registration/Brunch begins 10:45 a.m., games from 11:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Cost $50 per person. Contact Andy Widen at andye.widen@gmail.com or call 847-498-4100. No Shame On U will screen ‘Angst,’ a documentary film designed to raise awareness around anxiety at 6:30 p.m. See interviews with kids, teens, educators, experts, parents and a special interview with Michael Phelps. The goal of the screening is to help people identify and understand the symptoms of anxiety and encourage them to reach out for help. Appropriate for ages 10 and up. Ida Crown Jewish Academy, 8233 Central Park Ave,, Skokie. Snacks will be served. Dietary Laws observed. General Admission: $10; Students: $5. Registration: www.nsouangst.eventbrite.com. Facets Cinémathèque presents the film, ‘Ushpizin’ as part of The Second Annual Religion in the Frame Film Festival. Moshe and Malli are an Orthodox Jewish couple who find themselves on the eve of Sukkot (a harvest festival commemorating G-d’s protection of the Israelites when the left Egypt), without any money to observe the holiday properly. But then miracles start to happen—or are they actually tests of faith? This comic film is a rare collaboration between secular and ultra-Orthodox performers and artists, shot partly inside Jerusalem’s insular ultra-Orthodox community. 7 p.m. Free admission, donations requested. The Facets Cinémathèque is located at 1517 W. Fullerton Ave. in Chicago. Call the Cinémathèque Hotline at 773.281.4114 for the latest schedule, showtimes and updates. The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum will present ‘50 Children: Rescuing the Collections’ at noon at Mesirow Financial, 353 N. Clark St., Chicago. The documentary chronicles the efforts of Gilbert and Eleanor Kraus—two Americans who rescued 50 Jewish children from Vienna in the late spring of 1939. Speakers will include Paul Beller, one of the 50 children; Steve Pressman, filmmaker; and Fred Wasserman, Acquisition Curator, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. RSVP online or by contacting the Museum’s Midwest Regional Office at 855.218.6836 or midwest@ushmm.org. “Who Was B. Berman? A Case Study in Getting Past a Genealogical Brick Wall” is the topic of a presentation by genealogist Martin Fischer to be delivered at 7 p.m. at a Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois west suburban meeting at Congregation Beth Shalom, 772 W. 5th Ave., Naperville, Ill. Sign-in and networking will begin at 6:30 p.m. For more information, see https://jgsi.org/event-3224739 or phone 312-666-0100. ‘Big Little Laws’ a whodunnit, will be presented by the Chicago Bar Association and hosted by the Beth Hillel Bnai Emunah Sisterhood at 8p.m. Beth Hillel Bnai Emunah Congregation, 3220 Big Tree Lane, Wilmette. Tickets: $39, purchased by Feb. 28 and $42 thereafter. Call 847-256-1213 or contact roarmbl@gmail.com. The Chicago Jewish Historical Society presents Eric Benjaminson, American career diplomat, historian and author in an illustrated talk, “A Regiment of Immigrants: The 82nd Illinois Volunteer Infantry and its Jewish Community-founded Company C during the Civil War.” 2 p.m. Emanuel Congregation, 5959 N. Sheridan Rd. A social hour with kosher pastries to follow. General Admission $10 per person at the door, CJHS and Emanuel members free. (312) 663-5634 or info@chicagojewishhistory.org. Three speakers with opposing viewpoints will discuss immigration when Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadershippresents its 2nd Annual Critical Conversations program, at 4 p.m. Scheduled to participate are former New Mexico GovernorBill Richardson, GOP strategist Ana Navarro, and CNN Senior Political Commentator Rick Santorum. Tickets are $36. VIP tickets for $100 include VIP seating and a post-program reception with the speakers. Spertus Institute is located at 610 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago. Tickets are on sale now, online by credit card only, at spertus.edu/conversation. Congregation Beth Shalom will hold a Purim Carnival from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Fun for all ages including arts & crafts, face painting, young family area, games, food, and don’t forget to wear your costume. No entrance fee – 10 shekels (tickets) for $5 for games, food, etc. 3433 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, 847-498-5352. Sunday, April 7 “Resurrecting Grandpa’s Store” is the topic of a presentation by genealogist Scott Meyer to be delivered at 7 p.m. at a Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois west suburban meeting at Congregation Beth Shalom, 772 W. 5th Ave., Naperville, Ill. Sign-in and networking will begin at 6:30 p.m. For more information, see https://jgsi.org/event-3227349 or phone 312-666-0100. “Jewish Hidden Treasures” with Arthur Feldman. Is that Judaica item in your attic a trinket or a treasure? Have your items professionally appraised and learn their historical significance. 2-4 p.m. at the BJE Campus, 3320 Dundee Road, Northbrook. Register at bjechicago.org/event/jewish-antiques-road-show/ or contact Rolly Cohen at 847-291-7788 ext. 1304 or rolly@bjechicago.org. Be the first to comment on "Events coming up in Jewish Chicago"	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2421
__label__wiki	0.963526	0.963526	Explanation from Burris in hands of prosecutor Associated Press \| \| SPRINGFIELD A document U.S. Sen. Roland Burris promised would explain how he got appointed by then- Gov. Rod Blagojevich has been sent to a prosecutor investigating perjury charges, the senator's attorney said Friday. Burris lawyer Timothy Wright said he finished the summary of events and legal argument and gave it to Sangamon County State's Atty. John Schmidt, who declined to comment.Wright said last month that the release of the report to the public would be up to Burris, whose Washington office declined to comment. Burris told an Illinois House impeachment committee he had no contact with Blagojevich's office before being named, then later acknowledged he had spoken to several of the ex-governor's friends and advisers and even made inquiries about raising money for his campaign.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2423
__label__wiki	0.76445	0.76445	The Choice Between Two Futures For Britain Wednesday, 4 December, 2019 A Majority Conservative Government: Bring back the EU Withdrawal Act Bill before Christmas with all Conservative MPs backing the legislation. We would pass the legislation in order to leave by 31 January 2020. The Government would announce its legislative programme on 19th December in a new Queen’s Speech A post Brexit Budget would be held in February to take advantages of the opportunities provided by leaving the EU with a deal. Or Jeremy Corbyn’s (Chaotic) Coalition: Labour are not expected to be able to win a majority outright. The SNP have made it clear that a second Scottish independence referendum would be the price of their support. In 2010 a coalition was agreed six days after polling day – these negotiations were considered quick. On becoming Prime Minister – possibly after Christmas – Jeremy Corbyn would have to write letters of last resort. Emily Thornberry has suggested Labour would make a ‘collective’ decision – delaying this essential prime ministerial task. Corbyn would then have to go to Brussels to request a further Brexit extension immediately. The Electoral Commission will start to consider wording for the questions posed in a second EU and Scottish referendum The terms of the current Brexit extension prevents any re-opening of the withdrawal agreement, so Corbyn would have to negotiate a further delay and wait until 1 February to start work on a new deal. Spend rest of his first 100 days attempting to renegotiate a deal and then take at least six months putting preparations in place for a second referendum. Corbyn has said he will remain “neutral” in his own referendum. 189 Labour candidates have signed a pledge to campaign to remain in a second referendum Vote Conservative, Get Brexit Done We'll get Brexit done so we can invest in our NHS, schools and the police. This is our vision for Britain. Get Parliament working for you again. Turbocharge our economy to unleash Britain’s potential. Back Boris to Get Brexit Done	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2426
__label__wiki	0.534703	0.534703	Cork Fire Brigade Fire at Port of Cork - City Fire Brigade react quickly to deal with crane blaze A very busy week for Cork City Fire Brigade continues with a fire on a crane at the container facility. Joe O'SheaEditor Crane on fire this morning at Tivoli Cork City fire brigade were called out to deal with a crane that had caught fire at the Port of Cork container facility at Tivoli this morning. Red Watch crews from Ballyvolane and Anglesea Street were called out before 8am after workers at the busy facility saw smoke and flames coming from a straddle crane - one of a number of special cranes on the site used for loading and unloading containers. A spokesperson for Port of Cork told CorkBeo that the City fire crews had dealt quickly with the crane blaze; "The Fire Brigade responded very quickly and they soon had the situation under control". "We will have to determine the cause of the blaze although it does look like it started in the crane engine. There were no injuries and we have have now returned to normal operations". 7 ways Cork people have unified since the devastating Douglas fire It has been a very busy few days for Cork City Fire Brigade, who have earned widespread praise for their operation at Douglas Village Shopping Centre on Saturday night, which saw over 12 units and 50 fire-fighters from the City and County services deal with one of the biggest and most complex fires seen in Cork in some years. Local NewsCork RIP death notices: Funeral arrangements for county and city on January 20thThe death notices and funeral arrangements for Cork	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2439
__label__wiki	0.908601	0.908601	Drone operator baffled after filming large 'mystery cat' in Launceston Is this a 'big cat' or just a big cat? Graeme Wilkinson A man who captured drone footage of a mystery cat says he’s baffled at the creature’s large appearance. The footage was caught by Ashley May, 30, as he was practising with his micro-drone on the playing fields of Launceston College. While the animal appears in form to resemble a domestic cat, Ashley said it was much bigger than any cat he had ever seen. He admitted it was not panther-like but said: “I don’t know what it was but it had a long tail and it was the size that stood out. It didn’t look small. I was with someone else at the time who got quite close to it. “It just literally came out of the hedge and I caught sight of it from the corner of my eye. I then sent the drone straight over there. Police investigate after video shows dog thrown into sea “I go to the fields most days but I’ve never seen it there before. There have been carcasses of rabbits around and, at this time of year, I don’t think those would have been caused by a fox.” Drone footage of a large cat at Launceston Stuart Wilton, 36, also of Launceston, said he managed to walk up behind the creature. Woman remains in critical condition after Padstow Obby Oss May Day incident “I said to Ashley: ‘That cat is massive’. I wandered into the field until I was just five feet away from it. It was about three feet long. It wasn’t a panther or anything like that.” He said the cat glared at him and ran away. Stuart said that it resembled in size pictures of a large cat caught on camera in west Cornwall . Last month Becky Abrey filmed a creature she said was “the size of an Alsatian” in Praa Sands. “It looked just like the pictures you published of the Alsatian cat,” Stuart added. “I am not saying it was a big cat or not, but, to be fair, it was a pretty big.” Is this evidence of a 'big cat'? Yes, this looks like a large, wild 'big cat' No, it looks like a domestic cat Don't know, it's not clear either way Big cat mania has been stalking Cornwall since reports of a large animal was spotted in the village of Harrowbarrow. James Stephenson told of how a cat, possibly a puma or panther, attacked his Labrador Marley and later ran at him in his garden, as it emerged that several cats have gone missing from the village near Callington . Police took plaster casts of the 4.5-inch paw prints and said the RSPCA confirmed they were from a large cat. Car stranded on Falmouth beach threatened by incoming tide Cornwall’s first pop-up café for sausage dogs is coming	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2442
__label__wiki	0.52256	0.52256	The professionalism and local market knowledge you deserve, from a company committed to our region. Residential Calculators Commercial Calculators Commercial Expertise Underwriter Partners Austin - 5th Street Builder Division Title Department Policy Department Corporate Support & Strategy Lead Escrow Officer Email: chris@corridortitleco.com Chris joined Corridor Title’s Team in September 2016, and brings diverse and significant experience in the Title Industry to her role as Lead Escrow Officer & Manager in Corridor Title's New Braunfels Office. Most recently a San Antonio resident, Chris worked in a myriad of roles for over ten years at her prior employer, including Escrow Officer, Escrow Assistant, Human Resources Director and Executive Assistant to the President. As she and her family relocated to New Braunfels during the summer of 2016, her new colleagues at Corridor Title were thrilled to have connected with Chris and welcomed her to their growing team - first in San Marcos, and now in Corridor Title's newly-opened New Braunfels Office. Chris is a Minnesota native, with undergraduate and graduate degrees from Minnesota State University-Mankato. She and her husband, Kevin, have 14 year-old twins, both freshmen at Canyon High School – Tanner, who is active in baseball, and Taylor, the Marching Band. In their spare time, Chris and her family enjoy traveling to Minnesota and Florida to visit family, all kinds of board and card games, going to the movies and love watching all sports (especially college FB)! Shelly Cimino Escrow Assistant Email: shelly@corridortitleco.com Shelly joined Corridor Title’s Team in October 2016 just weeks after she graduated from Texas State’s McCoy College of Business. Shelly is organized, sincere, and has hit the ground running in her new role. She also benefits from her local roots – she is a Canyon Lake native and current resident, a graduate of Canyon Lake High School, and cares deeply about the region she now serves at Corridor Title. Importantly, Shelly is also a remarkably hard worker – while attending the McCoy College, she worked full-time for Prodigy Learning Center for five years, successfully juggling her academic, professional and family priorities. Shelly is married to Nathan, and they have a two year-old son named Bowyn. Shelly graduated with a Bachelors of Business Administration in Management from Texas State’s McCoy College of Business, and has remarkable opportunity to grow in leadership at Corridor Title in the coming years. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, chasing Bowyn around, the beach, yard work, and most of all…. swimming. Kayla Fonger Email: kayla@corridortitleco.com Kayla’s professional experience is diverse, with people and a commitment to excellence as common threads. She has the ability to engage almost anyone in conversation, and was drawn to Corridor Title’s values, culture, and the opportunity to join a firm that is committed to the long-term growth of her career. Kayla grew up in Reno, Nevada as the youngest of four children, with three older brothers. She graduated from the University of Reno with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, and moved to Texas in 2017. Kayla is married to Brandon Dimicelli, and is proud of her twin step-children (Nick and Sophia), as well as her two fur children (Coby and Sydney). Kayla loves being active and traveling, and wholeheartedly believes that laughing is a daily necessity. ©2011 - Corridor Title Co. \| Site By TradeMark Media \| Report A Problem	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2443
__label__wiki	0.506345	0.506345	Confessions of a Violent Consumerist by Randall Amster I have a confession to make. I am part of a vast international conspiracy that is bent on violently destroying our way of life and, ultimately, threatening our very survival itself. This cabal has as its unstated purpose the erosion of public institutions, theft on a global scale, and the decimation of democratic structures wherever they may be found. It is a relentless enterprise, rife with hatred and vitriol, and it will not rest until it eliminates all competing systems of ideology and belief. You see, I am a consumerist. I didn’t intend to become one; it just sort of happened. My parents were ones too, so I guess it must have started there. All my teachers were ones, and my role models as well. Looking back, pretty much all of my friends and family, and just about everyone I’ve ever known, were also consumerists. My recruitment started early on and was reinforced at every turn by those around me — and likewise by every highway billboard, television commercial, and eye-level point-of-purchase display to which I was exposed. I remember once when I was younger and more impressionable, a guy came around, a real flashy type who talked a big game and always had all the coolest new gadgets and devices. He exhorted me and my friends to “amp it up,” telling us that we needed to learn how to “game the system” or we would just become pawns in it like the “mindless masses.” He plied us with expensive gifts and said he was recruiting us to become the next generation of “movers and shakers” who would remake society in our vision rather than go along with the mainstream. “It’s good to be the king,” he always reminded us. A few of my friends succumbed to his overtures, skirting the boundaries of ethicality and legality in pursuit of wealth and privilege. They started to pick up the jargon about “low-hanging fruit” being there for the taking, “hostile takeovers” promising “quick and dirty” rewards, having access to “inside information” that would enable them to acquire “strategic targets” with accuracy and almost no risk to themselves. Everything with them began to focus on how to get the most “bang for the buck,” and their scorn for the rules of the game and structures of authority was evident at every turn. I suppose I was lucky that I didn’t have the constitution for these sorts of mercenary behaviors. It wasn’t so much that I feared the laws or authorities, but more so that I recognized the potential dangers of failing to accept any social responsibility for the welfare of others whatsoever. It wasn’t about just “sticking it to the man” or “getting ours while the getting is good,” but this cavalier courtship with conspicuous consumption was also about showing disdain for working-class people (like myself, even though I tried to hide it) and using power to coerce others to do one’s bidding. I didn’t like it. Still, the influence of these teachings stayed with me, and I could increasingly see them everywhere in society to greater or lesser degrees. I hadn’t joined the cabal full-on, but watered-down versions of its “power and profit” conspiracy were everywhere to be found. From the corner-grocery lottery to the gambler’s rush of online trading, the essence of “casino capitalism” has imbued a populace eternally in search of megabucks and the accoutrements of opulence that are the hallmarks of the “lifestyles of the rich and famous” that hold so much fascination for so many people. Everywhere, everyday, people are plotting how to climb over others on the ladder of success. A friend recently showed me their new handheld device and all of its cool apps. “It’s the bomb,” they said, in that “so fifteen minutes ago” vernacular. Indeed, I thought, it is an incendiary device. How many dead Congolese or Afghans were in that innocuous-looking gadget? How many ecosystems had been destroyed in the process of making it, and how many more would be done in when it wound up in the garbage dump as forced obsolescence set in around six months from now? How many exploited workers in Asian and Mexican factories were required to assemble this consumer item, and how much of their own health and wellbeing will they be compelled to sacrifice in order to produce nonessential creature comforts for our usage? The supermarket mantra of “paper or plastic” might as well be a reference to explosive devices rather than just what sort of bag one prefers to haul their wares around in. We may try to mask it by calling them “consumer goods,” but they are in large measure undeniably bad, for people and the environment alike. The innocent, mundane purchases we make are like faintly ticking time-bombs, spin-offs of the same forces that produce military hardware, embedded with the nonrenewable resources that drive global conflict and climate change, taxing our health into skyrocketing maintenance costs, and in the process rendering us utterly dependent on and essentially complicit with the forces of destruction. There are words to describe such behaviors: sociopathic, nihilistic, violent, terroristic. Despite this, groups of shoppers go about their business without infiltration or provocation, descending on cities and towns everywhere en masse to wreak havoc without penalty or prejudice. In the standard parlance, these are not the enemies, they are the “good people” going about their business; those who want to hold a mirror up to them or wake them out of their doldrums are coded as the real enemies, the ones who want to destroy “our way of life,” and they will accordingly be dealt with as such. In the end, there is really only one high crime in our lockstep world of conformity: Incitement to Alternatives. I make this nascent confession today so as to alert the appropriate authorities of this ongoing plot to undermine the fabric of society, and to take a mea culpa for my part in all of it over the years. The wanted posters and enforcement bulletins may not yet be warning us to be on the lookout for the “violent consumerist” in our midst, and there aren’t really any news articles yet where neighbors are quoted as saying “gee, he seemed like such a nice guy” after someone goes on an unabashed shopping spree. Trust me, folks — the violent consumerist is hard to spot, and indeed probably looks just like you and me. Now that the word is getting out, perhaps we can all begin to disavow any participation in violence as a way of getting what we need in this world. Most of us really are in fact “good people” looking to go about our lives without harming anyone or anything else. Unfortunately, we have become unwitting participants in the biggest criminal conspiracy in human history, and in the process have become the greatest purveyors of violence that the world has ever seen. The blood on our hands is like invisible ink, obvious only under ultraviolet scrutiny but displaying no indicia in normal light. It is past time to wash our hands of these inscribed behaviors, reduce the damage being done in our wake, and start to clean up our collective act. Randall Amster, J.D., Ph.D., is the Graduate Chair of Humanities at Prescott College. 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__label__wiki	0.638924	0.638924	Waiting list for Manchester school focused on kids with autism/behavioral challenges By Jesse Leavenworth \| MANCHESTER Students entering the Sensory Room at The Learning Center-Manchester peel plastic handprints from the wall and stick them to one of three laminated sheets over the question: “How is your engine running?” For most kids at this day school focused on autism and behavioral disabilities, the answer is “engine high.” The room holds a circular trampoline, a hopping ball and a climbing wall, activities designed to “regulate energy,” Director Cathy Danielczuk said during a tour of the Prospect Street school on Friday. A growing need for the specialized education offered at The Learning Center is pushing an expansion. School officials have applied to the planning and zoning commission to build a 42-space parking lot. An expansion of the 8,795-square-foot school is under consideration, officials said. The school for students ages 3-11 is part of Cromwell-based Ädelbrook Behavioral and Developmental Services. Founded as an orphanage in 1915, the organization serves about 300 children and young adults who are on the autism spectrum or have behavioral and health challenges. [Related] Grant allows Hill-Stead to provide free field trips to to students east of the river » The Manchester school’s 30 students have been referred by school districts in the region. Sixty-two school systems and the state support the organization’s $40 million annual budget, Ädelbrook President and CEO Alyssa Goduti said. Enrollment at the Learning Center in Manchester soon will grow to 36 students, the maximum number that can be served in the current space, Danielczuk said. She and Goduti said there is a waiting list to get into the school. Latest Manchester Grant allows Hill-Stead to provide free field trips to to students east of the river Community theater director, subject of lawsuits alleging sexual abuse of teens, is axed by Manchester theater Police say neglected farm animals and dogs seized in Suffield Nationwide, 1 in 59 children is diagnosed with autism and the rate has grown steadily for the past 20 years, according to the National Autism Association. Although no two children on the spectrum are alike, boys are four times more likely to have autism than girls and about 40 percent of all diagnosed children do not speak. A main focus at The Learning Center, Danielczuk said, is improving students’ communications abilities. The school offers intense, often one-on-one lessons and therapy. In several classrooms on Friday, five or six students were under the care of a teacher and two support staff. Lights were dimmed in one classroom. In another, a boy sat on a large ball instead of a chair. School staff also are trained to physically restrain students to keep them from harming themselves or others, but restraint always is a last resort, Goduti said. The school also includes a kitchen and cafeteria, a small gym, spaces for art, music and computer-based education and an outdoor play area and sensory garden. Jesse Leavenworth can be reached at jleavenworth@courant.com Community Child Guidance Clinic Celebrates 60th Anniversary Imagine Books Brings Variety	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2446
__label__cc	0.62523	0.37477	image/svg+xml Covington Reporter Covington Reporter From trade to race relations, can the U.S. take any more ‘change’? by Richard Elfers Saturday, August 24, 2019 1:30am You’ve all heard the phrase, “chickens coming home to roost.” You may know not the origin of the phrase. It’s from a more rural time in history when chickens came to the hen house to roost for the night. It is used today to mean that bad deeds or words return to discomfort their perpetrator (Phrase Thesaurus). Two-and-a-half years ago, a minority of the American voters decided they wanted to shake up the nation to “Make America Great Again!” Those voters weren’t entirely sure what they wanted, but they were deeply concerned about the direction their country was moving. Whites who dominated this nation since its beginnings saw that dominance fade as non-whites became a greater proportion of the population. That created a lot of fear. Part of that fear was that whites would lose the privilege and power that they were used to. Non-whites call this “white privilege.” It was a valid fear because no one who has power ever likes to give it up. Think of giving up your smart phone. Your whole life would change as a result. As a nation, we’re seeing at least three examples of the chickens coming home to roost in the presidency of Donald J. Trump. The trade war with China is one example. The Trump tariffs and Chinese retaliation are taking a toll on Trump’s Midwestern supporters – farmers cannot sell their soybeans and hogs to China due to the tariff war. Had Trump not delayed the tariff deadline from Sept. 1 to Dec. 15 on his recent threat to put 10 percent tariffs on all Chinese products, the average American household would have taken an $831 hit with higher prices, according to a Federal Reserve projection. International trade is complex and complicated. It’s frankly beyond the expertise of Trump and his advisers. Winning a trade war against Xi Jinping is not easy. He has more control than the president over his nation’s finances. Trump’s trade policies are creating a great deal of uncertainty, which is far more damaging to the economy than actually imposing the tariffs. The president could cause the U.S. to succumb to a recession in 2020, which would be a disaster to his re-election bid. His chickens would be coming home to roost. As a second example, Trump’s recent racist hate rhetoric had a direct effect on at least one the recent shooters; the suspect in Dallas had echoed Trump’s anti-immigrant words in his screed. Trump’s campaign to divide the nation over race is spiraling out of control. America is a much more dangerous place because of his behavior and words. Those chickens have already come home to roost and will continue to do so over the next 15 months of Trump’s term. Be prepared for more shootings. The furor over the suicide death of Daniel Epstein is a third example. Epstein was part of the wealthy elite who had been involved in sex trafficking and had gotten caught. Conspiracy theories are multiplying like crazy from both the right and the left. Mick Mulvaney, White House budget director in 2017 (now chief of staff), made this statement: “We think we can run the government more effectively than the previous administration can and more efficiently than the previous administration.” This apparently has proved to be untrue in the case of the federal maximum security prison where Epstein was being held. It was badly understaffed. It’s likely the guards who were supposed to be watching him were sleeping from the stress of mandatory overtime. One of the guards was on his fifth consecutive overtime shift according to the Huff Post. Guard staff were regularly working 60- to 70-hour shifts. That’s probably why the warden’s higher up reassigned him rather than fire him. He knew the difficult conditions the warden and his employees were under. The cause of Epstein’s suicide was not due to some great conspiracy. It was caused by bad management decisions by the president that came home to roost. Die-hard Trump supporters wanted change and that’s why they supported him. They have been willing to ignore his outrageous behavior to bring about the change they wanted. I get that. But do you really want to give him a second term? Isn’t the change he’s bringing in his first term enough? Do you think our republic can survive Donald Trump for another five years? Recognize abuse of power Letters to the editor for the week of Aug. 30 Despite ruling on Public Records Act, we need to keep a close eye on Olympia Washington Supreme Court upholds that state legislators are subject to the Public Records Act. Mayor’s Corner – Commissioners helps city work for residents Volunteer for one of Covington’s commissions this year Guest Opinion: Eyman’s run an election wildcard for 2020 We knew it would happen. 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__label__wiki	0.769448	0.769448	Cowichan Capitals Kerry Park Islanders Seasons Magazine PHOTOS: Hong Kong protesters clash with police in airport mayhem Protesters continue their sit-in rally at the airport in Hong Kong, Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019. Flight operations resumed at the airport Wednesday morning after two days of disruptions marked by outbursts of violence highlighting the hardening positions of pro-democracy protesters and the authorities in the Chinese city that’s a major international travel hub. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Protester use an umbrellas to block surveillance cameras during a demonstration at the Airport in Hong Kong, Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019. Prominent human rights activists and Chinese political dissidents warned Tuesday about the potential for a brutal crackdown on protesters in Hong Kong. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Vincent Yu Policemen arrest a protester during a demonstration at the Airport in Hong Kong, Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019. Riot police clashed with pro-democracy protesters at Hong Kong’s airport late Tuesday night, a chaotic end to a second day of demonstrations that caused mass flight cancellations at the Chinese city’s busy transport hub. (AP Photo/Vincent Yu) Police move out from the Shum Shui Po police station to confront protesters in Hong Kong on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019. German Chancellor Angela Merkel is calling for a peaceful solution to the unrest in Hong Kong amid fears China could use force to quell pro-democracy protests.(AP Photo/Vincent Yu) Protesters detain a man, who protesters claimed was a Chinese undercover agent during a demonstration at the Airport in Hong Kong, Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019.The federal government is warning Canadians about travelling to Hong Kong amid massive protests and the Chinese military amassing on the border.The travel advisory went up around 9:30 ET this morning telling Canadians to “exercise a high degree of caution in Hong Kong due to ongoing large-scale demonstrations.” THE CANADIAN PRESS/ AP, Vincent Yu Travelers wait at the airport departure hall in Hong Kong, Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019. Flights resumed at Hong Kong’s airport Wednesday morning after two days of disruptions marked by outbursts of violence highlighting the hardening positions of pro-democracy protesters and the authorities in the Chinese city that’s a major international travel hub. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Policemen arrest a protester during a clash at the Airport in Hong Kong, Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019. The federal government is warning Canadians about travelling to Hong Kong amid massive protests and the Chinese military amassing on the border. The travel advisory went up around 9:30 ET this morning telling Canadians to “exercise a high degree of caution in Hong Kong due to ongoing large-scale demonstrations.”THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP, Vincent Yu Protesters use luggage trolleys to block the walkway to the departure gates during a demonstration at the Airport in Hong Kong, Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019. Protesters severely crippled operations at Hong Kong’s international airport for a second day Tuesday, forcing authorities to cancel all remaining flights out of the city after demonstrators took over the terminals as part of their push for democratic reforms.(AP Photo/Vincent Yu) Flights have resumed after a second night of chaotic protests at the Hong Kong International Airport. The demonstration, which turned violent this week, has impacted an estimated 300 flights, as thousands of people continue into Wednesday protesting against a bill that would allow people suspected of crimes in Hong Kong to be extradited to mainland China and be put on trial. The bill is currently suspended, but protesters want it fully withdrawn. China has a 99.9 per cent conviction rate. READ MORE: Canadians warned to be cautious about travelling to Hong Kong amid unrest Videos of Tuesday’s protests show people throwing objects at police officers. In one viral video an officer holding a protester down is swarmed by demonstrators who take his baton out of his hand and corner him near a window. Other social media posts show hundreds of people crowded in the airport yelling as others climb onto signage. More than 600 people have been arrested, according to The Canadian Press. It’s unclear if protesters will return to the airport, but some flights have resumed while security remains tight. Canadians have been advised to take precautions if travelling to the area. “Our government is very aware that there are 300,000 Canadians in Hong Kong,” Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland told a news conference Wednesday in Toronto. “This is a turbulent moment in the world…. I would urge all Canadians, if you live in Hong Kong, if you are travelling there, if you have relatives who are there or are travelling there, to look at our travel advice.” Any Canadians in Hong Kong can contact the Canadian consulate if they need help. 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__label__wiki	0.69736	0.69736	Will Australia learn from this? I think not. Denmark, a must read! This article could be seen as racist by some but on the otherhand it could also be seen as a reflection of our own reality that somehow our politicians refuse to see. The interpretation is up to the reader, however it is food for thought....j SALUTE to Denmark .. This could very well happen here on our Continent.... Susan MacAllen is a contributing editor for (FamilySecurity Matters.org) Salute the Danish Flag - it's a Symbol of Western Freedom By Susan MacAllen In 1978-9 I was living and studying in Denmark . But in 1978 - even in Copenhagen, one didn't see Muslim immigrants. The Danish population embraced visitors, celebrated the exotic, went out of its way to protect each of its citizens. It was proud of its new brand of socialist liberalism one in development since the conservatives had lost power in 1929 - a system where no worker had to struggle to survive, where one ultimately could count upon the state as in, perhaps, no other western nation at the time. The rest of Europe saw the Scandinavians as free-thinking, progressive and infinitely generous in their welfare policies. Denmark boasted low crime rates, devotion to the environment, a superior educational system and a history of humanitarianism. Denmark was also most generous in its immigration policies - it offered the best welcome in Europe to the new immigrant: generous welfare payments from first arrival plus additional perks in transportation, housing and education. It was determined to set a world example for inclusiveness and multiculturalism. How could it have predicted that one day in 2005 a series of political cartoons in a newspaper would spark violence that would leave dozens dead in the streets -all because its commitment to multiculturalism would come back to bite? By the 1990's the growing urban Muslim population was obvious - and its unwillingness to integrate into Danish society was obvious. Years of immigrants had settled into Muslim-exclusive enclaves. As the Muslim leadership became more vocal about what they considered the decadence of Denmark 's liberal way of life, the Danes - once so welcoming - began to feel slighted. Many Danes had begun to see Islam as incompatible with their long-standing values: belief in personal liberty and free speech, in equality for women, in tolerance for other ethnic groups, and a deep pride in Danish heritage and history. An article by Daniel Pipes and Lars Hedegaard, in which they forecasted, accurately, that the growing immigrant problem in Denmark would explode. In the article they reported: 'Muslim immigrants constitute 5 percent of the population but consume upwards of 40 percent of the welfare spending.' 'Muslims are only 4 percent of Denmark's 5..4 million people but make up a majority of the country's convicted rapists, an especially combustible issue given that practically all the female victims are non-Muslim. Similar, if lesser, disproportions are found in other crimes.' 'Over time, as Muslim immigrants increase in numbers, they wish less to mix with the indigenous population. A recent survey finds that only 5 percent of young Muslim immigrants would readily marry a Dane.' 'Forced marriages - promising a newborn daughter in Denmark to a male cousin in the home country, then compelling her to marry him, sometimes on pain of death - are one problem' 'Muslim leaders openly declare their goal of introducing Islamic law once Denmark's Muslim population grows large enough - a not-that-remote prospect.. If present trends persist, one sociologist estimates, every third inhabitant of Denmark in 40 years will be Muslim.' It is easy to understand why a growing number of Danes would feel that Muslim immigrants show little respect for Danish values and laws. An example is the phenomenon common to other European countries and Canada: some Muslims in Denmark who opted to leave the Muslim faith have been murdered in the name of Islam, while others hide in fear for their lives. Jews are also threatened and harassed openly by Muslim leaders in Denmark, a country where once Christian citizens worked to smuggle out nearly all of their 7,000 Jews by night to Sweden - before the Nazis could invade. I think of my Danish friend Elsa - who. as a teenager. had dreaded crossing the street to the bakery every morning under the eyes of occupying Nazi soldiers - and I wonder what she would say today. In 2001, Denmark elected the most conservative government in some 70 years - one that had some decidedly non-generous ideas about liberal unfettered immigration. Today Denmark has the strictest immigration policies in Europe . ( Its effort to protect itself has been met with accusations of 'racism' by liberal media across Europe - even as other governments struggle to right the social problems wrought by years of too-lax immigration.) If you wish to become Danish, you must attend three years of language classes. You must pass a test on Denmark 's history, culture, and a Danish language test . You must live in Denmark for 7 years before applying for citizenship. You must demonstrate an intent to work, and have a job waiting. If you wish to bring a spouse into Denmark , you must both be over 24 years of age, and you won't find it so easy anymore to move your friends and family to Denmark with you. You will not be allowed to build a mosque in Copenhagen . Although your children have a choice of some 30 Arabic culture and language schools in Denmark , they will be strongly encouraged to assimilate to Danish society in ways that past immigrants weren't. In 2006, the Danish minister for employment, Claus Hjort Frederiksen, spoke publicly of the burden of Muslim immigrants on the Danish welfare system, and it was horrifying: the government's welfare committee had calculated that if immigration from Third World countries were blocked, 75 percent of the cuts needed to sustain the huge welfare system in coming decades would be unnecessary. In other words, the welfare system, as it existed, was being exploited by immigrants to the point of eventually bankrupting the government. 'We are simply forced to adopt a new policy on immigration'. 'The calculations of the welfare committee are terrifying and show how unsuccessful the integration of immigrants has been up to now,' he said. A large thorn in the side of Denmark 's imams is the Minister of Immigration and Integration, Rikke Hvilshoj... She makes no bones about the new policy toward immigration, 'The number of foreigners coming to the country makes a difference,' Hvilshoj says, 'There is an inverse correlation between how many come here and how well we can receive the foreigners that come.' And on Muslim immigrants needing to demonstrate a willingness to blend in, 'In my view, Denmark should be a country with room for different cultures and religions. Some values, however, are more important than others. We refuse to question democracy, equal rights, and freedom of speech.' Hvilshoj has paid a price for her show of backbone.. Perhaps to test her resolve, the leading radical imam in Denmark, Ahmed Abdel Rahman Abu Laban, demanded that the government pay blood money to the family of a Muslim who was murdered in a suburb of Copenhagen, stating that the family's thirst for revenge could be thwarted for money. When Hvilshoj dismissed his demand, he argued that in Muslim culture the payment of retribution money was common, to which Hvilshoj replied that what is done in a Muslim country is not necessarily what is done in Denmark. The Muslim reply came soon after: her house was torched while she, her husband and children slept. All managed to escape unharmed, but she and her family were moved to a secret location and she and other ministers were assigned bodyguards for the first time - in a country where such murderous violence was once so scarce. Her government has slid to the right, and her borders have tightened. Many believe that what happens in the next decade will determine whether Denmark survives as a bastion of good living, humane thinking and social responsibility, or whether it becomes a nation at civil war with supporters of Sharia law. And meanwhile, Canadians clamor for stricter immigration policies, and demand an end to state welfare programs that allow many immigrants to live on the public dole. As we in Canada look at the enclaves of Muslims amongst us, and see those who enter our shores too easily, dare live on our taxes, yet refuse to embrace our culture, respect our traditions, participate in our legal system, obey our laws, speak our lan guage, appreciate our history .. we would do well to look to Denmark , and say a prayer for her future and for our own.. If you agree with this article, then please pass it on... Vest Say's: Denmark with its huge Pig population and its export of pork products, its famous double underlined bacon seen on the breakfast tables of Britain on a Sunday morning will be totally wiped out if the stoneage minded muslims control the country,I always write muslim in deserving lower case. Turning the other cheek to a muslim is not the way to deal with these matters, survival might mean hard and fast Govt, maybe some of Mr Shicklgrubers 1939 methods may work before total loss of control. Or better still and more humanitarian, Denmark should deport the lot from whence they came, and in the mean time people wanting to become citizens should complete their seven year citizen course in Denmark's overseas territory Sunny Greenland---all falures sent to tropical Spitzbergen. But what may solve the problem more so would be to desex all dissident male moslems, the other choice being deported persona non grata. anon . portsmouth u/k said... 'Psychotic' dad jailed for Honour killing ... Tulay Goren was killed by her father because he didn't approve of her boyfriend. Honour killing ... Mehmet Goren was sentenced to life imprisonment. has been jailed for the "honor killing" of his 15-year-old daughter. Mehmet Goren was told he must serve at least 22 years behind bars after being convicted of the murder of his daughter Tulay. She was killed in January 1999 after her father - described as a "psychotic bully" - discovered her romance with a man from another branch of Islam. Tulay's body has never been found. Her sister Nulay Guler has called on 49-year-old Goren to end the family's nightmare and disclose what did with the body. A jury at the Old Bailey in London heard that Goren terrorized his family, on one occasion trying to gas them and on another trying to inject his wife Hanim with rat poison. When he discovered Tulay's relationship with Halil Unal he became furious - partly because he could not marry her off for a price of £5,000 ($8,000) and partly because Unal was a Sunni Muslim, while the Gorens followed the Alevi branch of Islam. On January 7, 1999, the part-time fish and chip shop worker told his eight-year-old son Tuncay to kiss Tulay goodbye as he would never see his sister again. Police said it was the courage of Tulay's mother, Hanim Goren, in speaking up against her husband that helped bring him to justice. Goren, of Navestock Crescent, Woodford Green, northeast London, showed no emotion as he was convicted in a unanimous verdict. The judge told Goren he would not be eligible for parole until 2030, when he will be almost 70. Sunday, 20 December 2009 at 19:22:00 GMT+11 Puts another light on that Malay muslim dish. NASI GORENG. Or...NAZI GOREN. Goren: Luckily for him he was tried under British law, under Sharia law he would be stoned to death, and probably the whole family too as they also defied Sharia law. Make's one feel sick reading archaic Sharia law. mussies ...a bunch of selfish misguided Neanderthals, the dregs of the Faith Industry. Splitting The Human Race. Your choice the Ruling C... Too Hot Yesterday, but today I lost my cool. Jewish Christmas. Car and domestic problems and an unknown sibling a... Cricket.... Cancer.... Hopefully a cure....Plus fu... Quietly going about their business but such a pity... I'll never understand this global warming thingy.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2452
__label__wiki	0.679752	0.679752	'Keeping Christmas in the family': Twitter users mock Clintons for its festive faux pas after it missed out a VITAL word on greetings card Grammar leaves open the possibility card-giver is in a relationship with sibling As Twitter user Joe, 26, first pointed out, the word 'his' is needed to clarify Amused tweeters piled in and said it was tapping into the ancient Roman market By Jack Elsom For Mailonline Clintons have been dealt a thorough ribbing on social media over one of their Christmas cards which is addressed to 'my brother and boyfriend'. The clumsy grammar leaves open the possibility the card-giver is in a relationship with their sibling, which could result in a rather awkward family dinner this festive season. As Twitter user Joe, 26, pointed out when he first shared the festive faux pas, the word 'his' is needed to clarify the gifter and his brother are not incestuous. Amused tweeters seized upon the blunder and flooded the post with hilarious reactions. Clintons have been dealt a thorough ribbing on social media over one of their Christmas cards which is addressed to 'my brother and boyfriend' Several hailed the card for finally catering to the ancient Roman part of the market - a people who were believed to have romped members of their own family Several hailed the card for finally catering to the ancient Roman part of the market - a people who were believed to have romped members of their own family. One person wrote: 'At last a range of cards for the Roman imperial family. Is there one for "my husband and uncle"?' A nod to home? Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dress 'little... How the Christmas feast has changed over the century: Food... Sticking with the same historically-rooted incest theme, Paula Fusco said: 'Lots of love, Cleopatra.' And some made jokes about hit TV series Game of Thrones's Lannister clan, where character's Cersei and Jamie - twins - have a lust-filled relationship. Others poked fun that Clintons were 'keeping Christmas in the family'. But despite facing ridicule, a small punctuation gaffe is by far the least fretful event to hit the card company this year. Some made jokes about hit TV series Game of Thrones's Lannister clan, where character's Cersei and Jamie - twins - have a lust-filled relationship At the start of the month, 2,500 Clintons employees were bracing for Christmas redundancy as the company fought to stay afloat after a dismal year of sales. Suffering a squeeze from online competition, the high street retailer's recent finances have been flagging and threatened to sink the store entirely. But earlier this month it went into administration before being immediately sold to Esquire Retail – a new firm set up and controlled by the Weiss family, which has owned Clintons for seven years. Although the Weiss family still face an uphill struggle to revive the fortunes of the cash-starved card company, the deal safeguards its 2,500 employees and 334 stores throughout the festive season. Twitter users mock Clintons for its festive faux pas on Christmas card	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2453
__label__wiki	0.790967	0.790967	Pictured: The New Jersey home where Whitney Houston married Bobby Brown, now on sale for $1.75 million By Eleanor Gower Updated: 11:48 EST, 16 February 2012 The home where the late singer Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown got married has been put back on sale, giving fans a glimpse at its plush interior. According to Radar, the Mendham New Jersey mansion is on the market for $1.75 million after Houston initially put it up for sale back in 2009, two years after her marriage to Brown ended. Photographs from the listing on Zillow.com show a spacious house with curved walls and high ceilings. Opulence: The New Jersey home once shared by Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown is on the market for $1.75 million The living room features a skylight and floor to ceiling windows with an exposed brick wall, while the bedroom features an open plan layout with a bed on a raised platform in the centre. According to Radar, the house was featured in Brown's 2005 reality show, Being Bobby Brown. It is described by Zillow as 'a stunning departure from the ordinary - a sheer bravado of expansiveness and creative expression, this ranch-style contemporary home fulfils the fondest aspirations.' Spacious: The bedroom features an open plan style layout with a raised bed in the centre Eating in: The dining room features a layout big enough for 12 people to eat in the centre dining area Happy couple: Whitney Houston married Bobby Brown in the house back in 1992 The home itself is designed with an open plan layout in mind, with the dining room providing space for 12 people. The kitchen features white units and red tiling with a breakfast bar in the middle of the room, while the sumptuous bathroom boasts glass brick walls and a round bathtub. The listing adds that the home is: 'Set on over five acres in a haven of lushly, landscaped privacy, innovative design both stimulating and sheltering prevails throughout this 5 bedroom, 4.2 bath home. 'Outstanding features include curved window-walls, domed skylights, a gracefully flowing floor plan, and walk-out lower entertainment level allowing for contiguous enjoyment of superb tiered terraces and lawn.' A curved hallway shows off a stained glass wall feature, running alongside a red tiled floor. According to Radar, Houston had previously placed the 12,561 square foot estate for sale at $2.5 million back in 2009, before slashing the price to $1.97 million. She then took it off the market at the end of 2011 before its re-listing last month for $1.75 million. Pictures from the couple's wedding in 1992 show them posing happily in front of the home's floor-to-ceiling windows. The white stuff: The kitchen features white cabinets and red tiling on the walls with a breakfast bar in the centre Beige decor: The bathroom is kitted out with neutral fixtures and fittings, with the addition of glass bricks in the wall space Decorative: One curved corridor boasts a stained glass style decoration running alongside a red tile floor But according to Radar, the photos featured in the listing aren't representative of the house today. A chain link fence now surrounds the property, and they report that the estate appears to be neglected with overgrown weeds. Radar previously reported that the hit singer's finances were in bad shape before her death on Saturday. 'Whitney’s fortune is gone,' the source said at the time. 'Music industry heavy hitters are supporting her and her label is fronting her cash against her next album, but no one knows when that will be released. Former abode: The front of the house shows a grey coloured one storey exterior amid lush grounds Breath of fresh air: The house is situated in five acres of landscaped grounds 'She might be homeless if not for people saving her. She is broke as a joke. She called someone to ask for $100.' The Bodyguard star passed away on Saturday afternoon after she was found unconscious and unresponsive in her bathtub at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. The award winning singer, who was 48-years-old, was declared dead by paramedics at 3:55 pm. The funeral for Whitney Houston will take place on Saturday in Newark, New Jersey. Happy memories: Whitney and Bobby back in 1993, the year after their New Jersey wedding Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown's New Jersey home on sale for $1.75m	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2454
__label__cc	0.632383	0.367617	Credit Bubble Stocks Review of We Who Dared to Say No to War: American Antiwar Writing from 1812 to Now by Murray Polner and Thomas E. Woods Tom Woods never disappoints, and We Who Dared to Say No to War continues the tradition of his excellent books. Here are some of the highlights. Daniel Webster, On Conscription (War of 1812) When the present generation of men shall be swept away, and that this Government ever existed shall be a matter of history only, I desire that it may then be known, that you have not proceeded in your course unadmonished and unforewarned. Let it then be known, that there were those, who would have stopped you, in the career of your measures, and held you back, as by the skirts of your garments, from the precipice, over which you are plunging, and drawing after you the Government of your Country. [...] But it is said, that it might happen that any army would not be raised by voluntary enlistment, in which case the power to raise armies would be granted in vain, unless they might be raised by compulsion. If this reasoning could prove any thing, it would equally show, that whenever the legitimate powers of the Constitution should be so badly administered as to cease to answer the great ends intended by them, such new powers may be assumed or usurped, as any existing administration may deem expedient. This is a result of his own reasoning, to which the Secretary does not profess to go. But it is a true result. For if it is to be assumed, that all powers were granted, which might by possibility become necessary, and that Government itself is the judge of this possible necessity, then the powers of Government are precisely what it chooses they should be. Alexander Campbell, Address on War (The Mexican War) I think that the moral desolations of war surpass even its horrors. And amongst these I do not assign the highest place to the vulgar profanity, brutality, and debauchery of the mere soldier, the professional and licensed butcher of mankind, who, for his $8 a month or his 10 sous per day, hires himself to lay waste a country, to pillage, burn, and destroy the peaceful hamlet, the cheerful village, or the magnificent city, and to harass, wound, and destroy his fellow man, for no other consideration than his paltry wages, his daily rations, and the infernal pleasure of doing it, anticipating hereafter "the stupid stares and loud huzzas" of monsters as inhuman and heartless as himself. And were it not for the infatuation of public opinion and popular applause, I would place him, as no less to be condemned, beside the vain and pompous volunteer, who for his country, "right or wrong," hastens to the theater of war for the mere plaudits of admiring multitudes, ready to cover himself with glory, because he has aided an aspirant to a throne or paved the way to his own election to reign over a humbled and degraded people. I make great allowance for false education, for bad taste, for the contagion of vicious example; still, I cannot view those deluded by such sophistry, however good their motives, as deserving anything from contemporaries or posterity except compassion and forgiveness. Yet, behold its influence on mothers, sisters, and relatives; note its contagion, its corruption of public taste. See the softer sex allured, fascinated by the halo of false glory thrown around these worshipped heroes! See them gazing with admiration on the "tinselled trapping," the embroidered ensigns," of him whose profession it is to make widows and orphans by wholesale! [...] The pulpit, too, must lend its aid in cherishing the delusion. There is not infrequently heard a eulogium on some fallen hero, some church service for the mighty dead, thus desecrating the religion of the Prince of Peace by causing it to minister as the handmaid of war. Not only are prayers offered up by pensioned chaplains on both sides of the field even amid the din of arms, but Sabbath after Sabbath, for years and years, have the pulpits on one side of a sea or river and those on the other side resounded with prayers for the success of rival armies, as if God could hear them both and make each triumphant over the other, guiding and commissioning swords and bullets to the heads and hearts of their respective enemies. [...] Give me the money that's been spent in wars and I will clear up every acre of land in the world that ought to be cleared, drain every marsh, subdue every desert, fertilize every mountain and hill, and convert the whole earth into a continuous series of fruitful fields, verdant meadows, beautiful villas, hamlets, towns, cities, standing along smooth and comfortable highways and canals, or in the midst of luxuriant and fruitful orchards, vineyards, and gardens, full of fruits and flowers, redolent with all that pleases the eye and regales the senses of man. Opportunity cost! Lysander Spooner, The Constitution of no Authority (Civil War) The whole affair, on the part of those who furnished the money, has been, and now is, a deliberate scheme of robbery and murder; not merely to monopolize the markets of the South, but also to monopolize the currency, and thus control the industry and trade, and thus plunder and enslave the laborers, of both North and South. And Congress and the president are to-day the merest tools for these purposes. They are obliged to be, for they know that their own power, as rulers, so called, is at an end, the moment their credit with the blood-money loan-mongers fails. They are like a bankrupt in the hands of an extortioner. They dare not say nay to any demand made upon them. And to hide at once, if possible, both their servility and their crimes, they attempt to divert public attention, by crying out that they have "Abolished Slavery!" That they have "Saved the Country!" That they have "Preserved our Glorious Union!" and that, in now paying the "National Debt," as they call it (as if the people themselves, all of them who are to be taxed for its payment, had really and voluntarily joined in contracting it), they are simply "Maintaining the National Honor!" By "maintaining the national honor," they mean simply that they themselves, open robbers and murderers, assume to be the nation, and will keep faith with those who lend them the money necessary to enable them to crush the great body of the people under their feet; and will faithfully appropriate, from the proceeds of their future robberies and murders, enough to pay all their loans, principal and interest. William Jennings Bryan, Imperialism (Philippine War) A large standing army is not only a pecuniary burden to the people and, if accompanied by compulsory service, a constant source of irritation, but it is ever a menace to a Republican form of government. The army is the personification of force, and militarism will inevitably change the ideals of the people and turn the thoughts of our young men from the arts of peace to the science of war. The Government which relies for its defense upon its citizens is more likely to be just than one which has at call a large body of professional soldiers. A small standing army and a well-equipped and well-disciplined state militia are sufficient at ordinary times, and in an emergency the nation should in the future as in the past place its dependence upon the volunteers who come from all occupations at their country's call and return to productive labor when their services are no longer required -- men who fight when the country needs fighters and work when the country needs workers. [...] But a war of conquest is as unwise as it is unrighteous. A harbor and coaling station in the Philippines would answer every trade and military necessity and such a concession could have been secured at any time without difficulty. It is not necessary to own people in order to trade with them. We carry on trade today with every part of the world, and our commerce has expanded more rapidly than the commerce of any European empire. We do not own Japan or China, but we trade with their people. We have not absorbed the republics of Central and South America, but we trade with them. It has not been necessary to have any political connection with Canada or the nations of Europe in order to trade with them. Trade cannot be permanently profitable unless it is voluntary. When trade is secured by force, the cost of securing it and retaining it must be taken out of the profits and the profits are never large enough to cover the expense. Such a system would never be defended but for the fact that the expense is borne by all the people, while the profits are enjoyed by a few. George Norris, Wealth's Terrible Mandate (WWI) We have loaned many hundreds of millions of dollars to the allies in this controversy. While such action was legal and countenanced by international law, there is no doubt in my mind but the enormous amount of money loaned to the allies in this country has been instrumental in bringing about a public sentiment in favor of our country taking a course that would make every bond worth a hundred cents on the dollar and making the payment of every debt certain and sure. Through this instrumentality and also through the instrumentality of others who have not only made millions out of the war in the manufacture of munitions, etc., and who would expect to make millions more if our country can be drawn into the catastrophe, a large number of the great newspapers and news agencies of the country have been controlled and enlisted in the greatest propaganda that the world has ever known, to manufacture sentiment in favor of war. It is now demanded that the American citizens shall be used as insurance policies to guarantee the safe delivery of munitions of war to belligerent nations. The enormous profits of munition manufacturers, stockbrokers, and bond dealers must be still further increased by our entrance into the war. This has brought us to the present moment, when Congress, urged by the President and backed by the artificial sentiment, is about to declare war and engulf our country in the greatest holocaust that the world has ever known Randolph Bourne, The State The rage for loyal conformity works impartially, and often in diametric opposition to other orthodoxies and traditional conformities or ideals. The triumphant orthodoxy of the State is shown at its apex perhaps when Christian preachers lose their pulpits for taking in more or less literal terms the Sermon on the Mount, and Christian zealots are sent to prison for twenty years for distributing tracts which argue that war is unscriptural. War is the health of the State. It automatically sets in motion throughout society those irresistible forces for uniformity, for passionate cooperation with the Government in coercing into obedience the minority groups and individuals which lack the larger herd sense. The machinery of government sets and enforces the drastic penalties. The minorities are either intimidated into silence, or brought slowly around by subtle process of persuasion which may seem to them really to be converting them. Of course, the ideal of perfect loyalty, perfect uniformity is never really attained. The classes upon whom the amateur work of coercion falls are unwearied in their zeal, but often their agitation, instead of converting merely serves to stiffen their resistance. Minorities are rendered sullen, and some intellectual opinion bitter and satirical. But in general, the nation in wartime attains a uniformity of feeling, a hierarchy of values culminating at the undisputed apex of the State ideal, which could not possibly be produced through any other agency than war. Murray Rothbard, War, Peace, and the State The State is a group of people who have managed to acquire a virtual monopoly of the use of violence throughout a given territorial area. In particular, it has acquired a monopoly of aggressive violence, for States generally recognize the right of individuals to use violence (though not against States, of course) in self-defense. The State then uses this monopoly to wield power over the inhabitants of the area and to enjoy the material fruits of that power. The State, then, is the only organization in society that regularly and openly obtains its monetary revenues by the use of aggressive violence; all other individuals and organizations (except if delegated that right by the State) can obtain wealth only by peaceful production and by voluntary exchange of their respective products. This use of violence to obtain its revenue (called "taxation") is the keystone of State power. Upon this base the State erects a further structure of power over the individuals in its territory, regulating them, penalizing critics, subsidizing favorites, etc. The State also takes care to arrogate to itself the compulsory monopoly of various critical services needed by society, thus keeping the people in dependence upon the State for key services, keeping control of the vital command posts in society and also fostering among the public the myth that only the State can supply these goods and services. Thus the State is careful to monopolize police and judicial service, the ownership of roads and streets, the supply of money, and the postal service, and effectively to monopolize or control education, public utilities, transportation, and radio and television. Elihu Burritt, The Valuation of Human Life in War If there is one sentiment that more than another marks the civilization of the present day it is the interest felt in human life. Sympathy with human suffering is the most distinctive characteristic of our age. Never before in the world's history were there such associated efforts to diminish or prevent suffering. [...] Sometimes a single life put in peril will fill a nation's heart with anxiety and grief. For instance take the case of Dr. Livingstone the African explorer. What intense and painful interest was felt not only in England but in other countries in his fate. What costly expeditions were fitted out to seek for him in the hot wilds of that distant continent. Then think of Sir John Franklin and of the feeling which his fate inspired throughout the civilized world. Now compare the feeling with which the community hears of the loss or peril of a few human lives by these accidents with the feelings with which the news of the death or mutilation of thousands of men equally precious on the field of battle is received. How different is the valuation; how different in universal sympathy. War seems to reverse our best and boasted civilization to carry back human society to the dark ages of barbarism; to cheapen the public appreciation of human life almost to the standard of brute beasts. This has always seemed to me one of war's worst works because it destroys also the sense of the ruin and misery which the sword makes in the world. Indeed, think of the interest in Robert Falcon Scott's expedition to the Antarctic, especially during the eight month long search for the remains of his party. (Also, Burritt's thesis agrees with Steven Pinker's on the decline of violence.) The arguments for and against war are practically the same every time. The wars fought by the United States are always aggressive and wrong and in the interest of few, but it is easy for the proponents to convince the inattentive population to support them. The opponents labor completely in vain opposing the wars. George Norris' speech explains this. The wars are financial scams, and the problem is that there is no money in opposing them. Every newspaper and media property will wind up being owned by pro-war interests because a willingness to shill for war will increase revenue. Also, as financial scams, the wars are horribly inefficient. The amount of money the profiteers make is maybe a handful of basis points on the total death and destruction the war causes. This ratio alone points to warmongers as being inhumanly psychopathic. The anti-war politicians, thinkers, and other figures quoted would have described themselves as progressives or socialists or old fashioned Democrats or Whigs. None of those labels really make sense a century or two later, with the result that those quoted are strange bedfellows politically. What does that mean? Probably that all of them would identify best today with anti-statism. I picture Eugene Debs, Daniel Webster, and Lysander Spooner all having a column on Lew Rockwell. With every year that goes by, the awful George W Bush looks worse and worse. Think of the opportunity cost of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan (plus the misallocation of wealth in residential real estate thanks to his deliberate inflation of the housing bubble). Bush squandered something on the order of $10 trillion. Just to put that number in perspective, it would take George W Bush about 300 million years to earn that back at his fair market compensation, given his level of intelligence and capacity for honest labor. That's not counting the time value of money. This book is great for countering the high school history textbook lies about this country's wars. Maybe it could help stop a young man from wasting his life in the military. Posted by CP at 2:33 PM CP said... Previously on war: "Denmark wants to be a serious military player in NATO. These dimwits cannot seem to figure out, even after the U.S. banks financed the destruction of Europe in two world wars and profited massively on the rebuilds that followed, that NATO is nothing more than a setup to do the same thing again - start a war, reduce Europe to rubble and then rebuild it and make a fortune in the process. They don't see it even though Russia has announced that they will immediately launch a massive tactical nuke attack against European NATO countries if NATO moves against them. Do these clowns in Denmark really think that reducing Europe to rubble would necessarily cause either the U.S. or Russia to destroy themselves by launching ICBMs at one another?" http://www.creditbubblestocks.com/2014/10/correspondent-comment-on-denmark-and.html The wars in Afghanistan and Iraq were utterly pointless atrocities. Really, war crimes by the neocons in command of the NATO countries. It's important to understand some of the details for investing purposes because, unfortunately, we live in borderline command economies still run by those same neocons. "[N]ext time we think about military intervention in a foreign country that hasn’t attacked us, it might be worth running a thought experiment to work out at exactly which moment, in the many internecine conflicts that have afflicted the British Isles, our forebears would have most benefited from the arrival of 3500 troops and eight helicopters, and for which 'side' those troops would have fought." http://www.creditbubblestocks.com/2014/12/worse-than-defeat-james-meek-reviews.html I think we could pause for a moment and remember these men, Germans and Romans, who fought so hard and died. We have seen so many similarity between our world and the Roman one that we may feel something that these men felt as well. Why did they fight, why did they die? I think that many of them fought because they were paid to fight. Others because their commander or their chieftain told them so. But, I am sure, a good number of them had some idea that they were fighting for (or against) the abstract concept that was the Roman Empire. Some of them must have felt that they stood for defending civilization against barbarians, others for defending their land against evil invaders. Two millennia after the battle of Teutoburg, we can see how useless it was that confrontation in the woods soaked with rain. http://europe.theoildrum.com/node/5528 Father Joseph Fessio's essay "The Family: Monastery of the New Dark Ages". "If we look briefly at the 5th century, we will find that the situation is instructive. Rome was an old empire. The leaders were often morally despicable, but were popular because they fed the people (welfare), and entertained them with violence in the Colosseum. Everyone thought that life was going to go on and on in this one great superpower. I remind you I'm describing the 5th century." www.catholic.net/index.php?option=dedestaca&id=9653 whydibuy said... "defending civilization against barbarians" interesting quote to me. My read of history has shown me that all history is ego centric, meaning that the writers people, culture and background were the civilized ones and anyone else were the vulgar brutes. The history of any place follows that thinking. History is ego centric in events as well. For example, in school we read about the black plague and how it ravaged Europe. But that was all. Later in life I read more on it and discovered that the plague originated in China and had already killed half the population there before it ever touched Europe. Odd we never read that part in our school history books. The second point to be considered is how much of history is written by the winners with the winners slant attached. David Irvings books on the history of WW@ and the ensuing complete fabrication of gas chambers and the so called holocaust was a real eye opener for me. There is no evidence for mass gas chamber executions or cremation of allegedly millions of people. It is a total hoax and I bought the story when young because that is what was told. Now I read up on the documented history of Germany and see that there never was any papers speaking of or alluding to any death camps by any German military leaders. Nor would it have been logistically possible to achieve such a operation as told by the hoaxers. But no one ever questioned the ridiculous assertions of the story tellers. Until now. 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__label__wiki	0.841862	0.841862	Elgan Edwards Escaped fugitive pelted cars from Leighton Hospital roof A FUGITIVE arrested on the M6 escaped his captors and held them at bay for eight hours by pelting them with slates from the roof of Leighton Hospital. Andrew Burns, of Kinglassie in Fife, said he had taken an overdose after being caught by police on the M6 – and was taken to hospital. But he managed to get free despite being chained to a bed and bundled over a nurse in his flight for freedom. He ended up on the hospital roof for eight hours, during which time he pelted patients’ cars. The 19-year-old admitted escaping lawful custody, damaging the hospital’s eye clinic roof, damaging three cars including a police vehicle and assaulting nurse Karen Goodier. Prosecutor Joanne Clarke said Burns was stopped and found to be wanted on 10 warrants in Scotland. She said he was handcuffed to the metal bars of his hospital bed when his female police guard needed a comfort break. She asked nurse Karen Goodier to keep an eye on him while she went to the toilet. The defendant released the handcuffs by dismantling the bed and pushed past Karen Goodier and ran out of the ward. She tried to restrain him but he pushed her over, aggravating a back problem. He got on the roof of the eye clinic and the police helicopter was deployed and a police negotiator sent to talk him down. He refused to come down for eight and a half hours – saying he hated the police and did not want to go to prison. He threw roof tiles at police and private vehicles, causing car damage totalling £5,000 and roof damage totalling £12,000. Burns sent one of the car’s owners a letter from prison saying: “The police gave me your address by mistake. Sorry about the damage to your car. It was nothing personal.” Judge Elgan Edwards: ”It’s remarkable the police have given the address of the victim to the defendant and she’s obviously very distressed by it. “It really ought not to happen and I’d like the officer to explain why this is. In fairness to the defendant he can’t be blamed as it’s not a threatening letter. It’s something that ought to be tightened up in future.” Burns has a string of previous convictions for vandalism, assaults and resisting arrest. Gareth Roberts, defending, said his client is ‘a troubled young man’ who appears to suffer from psychosis and has difficulty controlling his rages. Burns was sentenced to 16 months at a young offenders’ institution, less 123 days served on remand. Leighton Hospital	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2460
__label__wiki	0.529058	0.529058	Volkswagen Chief Digital Officer Joins IOTA Foundation Supervisory Board as Platform Validation Grows January 22, 2018 @ 2:10 pm By JD Alois @DavidSonstebo & @DomSchiener I am looking forward to start serving on the Supervisory Board of the IOTA Foundation. Great work @iotatoken! https://t.co/moKjBkyIMl — Johann Jungwirth (@JohannJungwirth) January 21, 2018 The IOTA Foundation has announced that Johann Jungwirth, Chief Digital Officer of Volkswagen, has joined IOTA’s Supervisory Board in a move that further validates the concept and vision of the cryptocurrency. This news follows the addition of Dr. Hongquan Jiang, Partner at Robert Robert Bosch Venture Capital to the IOTA Foundation Advisory Board. The positive news comes at a time when IOTA is dealing with another controversy as reports have claimed IOTA was hit with a an attack that caused some users to lose money (estimates peg it at $4 million). Regardless of the hack, the addition of Volkswagen to IOTA is a big deal. “IOTA has the potential to set a standard for trusted machine-to-machine transactions,” commented Jungwirth. “With its brilliant technology, it’s no question why mobility and technology companies as well as other key players in the industry are joining the Foundation. I’m delighted to join the team and be a part of where IOTA is headed in the future.” [clickToTweet tweet=”“IOTA has the potential to set a standard for trusted machine-to-machine transactions” #Blockchain #Cryptocurrency” quote=”“IOTA has the potential to set a standard for trusted machine-to-machine transactions” #Blockchain #Cryptocurrency”] Jungwirth is the first C-level executive to join the Foundation’s Supervisory Board. Jungwirth has been the CDO at Volkswagen since November 2015 where he has been responsible for driving the digital transformation of Volkswagen Group’s 12 brands which include Porsche, Audi, Bentley, Buggatti, Lamborghini, and more. Prior to Volkswagen, Jungwirth was Director of Mac Systems Engineering at Apple and before that was President and CEO of Mercedez-Benz Research and Development branch of North America.Volkswagen is one of the largest car manufacturers in the world. In 2016, Volkswagen topped Toyota become the number one automobile manufacturer in terms of global sales moving over 10 million cars in 2017. The Supervisory Board is described as being largely independent and meets regularly to approve IOTA annual budgets and roadmaps, rules of procedures, and oversees the Foundation’s Board of Directors. The IOTA Foundation expects to benefit from Jungwirth’s knowledge and insight into the massive tech and automotive industry – especially in regards to AI and autonomous vehicles. IOTA said further collaboration between the two entities will be announced in coming weeks. IOTA, is a distributed ledger technology (DLT) that is said to go beyond a Blockchain. IOTA enables machines to securely transact data and money with each other while creating a stepping stone to a new Internet of Things (IoT) based application and business model for mobility, energy, Industry 4.0 and more. IOTA technology has already enabled payments “worth billions of dollars” to be transacted minus fees, and has been utilized for use cases including transparent value chains in logistics, secure Over-the-Air Updates and feeless micropayment-based for electric vehicle charging, parking and more. As one would expect, IOTA was pretty pleased to have a marquee name like Volkswagen associated with the emerging company; “We are thrilled to have Johann join our Supervisory Board,” said David Sønstebø, Co-founder of the IOTA Foundation. “Having a visionary like Johann on board is pivotal for IOTA’s ambition to become a global standard that enables real-world use cases.” Dominik Scheiner, Co-founder of the IOTA Foundation, added; “Besides his impressive professional background, Johann offers incredible insight and strategy in making IOTA and the Foundation become a reality and have an impact on society. We are very excited to welcome JJ on board and are looking forward to what our collaboration will bring to the broader ecosystem.” So What is Going on with IOTA? A Discussion with Dominik Schiener, IOTA Co-Founder IOTA is Partnering with International Transportation Innovation Center Audi is Looking Into Using Blockchain for Operations IOTA Partners with Taipei City to “Meet its Smart City Needs” LATTICE80, World’s Largest Fintech Hub, Partners with Germany’s IOTA on New Innovation Lab Majority of $11 Million in Hacked IOTA Crypto Found, IOTA Co-Founder Says Prestigious UCL University Cuts Ties with IOTA After Legal Attack on Researcher IOTA Launches Secure Wallet “Trinity” For Mobile & Desktop IOTA to be Used in the Netherlands to Validate Identification Process German Blockchain Banking Group Bitwala Raises €13 Million Through Series A Funding Round 5 Household Brands Actually Innovating with Blockchain IOTA Blockchain Partners with Jaguar Land Rover: “Earn [Crypto] While You Drive” Swiss Firm Building Crypto-Specialized Cellphone Named After Famed Cryptographer, Hal Finney Is Bitcoin Broken Beyond All Repair? 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__label__wiki	0.870411	0.870411	Shirley house fire: Dramatic footage shows flames raging as glass can be heard breaking Malcolm Redman shot the harrowing video as crews from six fire stations fought to save the house and those around it. Sam Truelove Dramatic footage of a house fire in Shirley shows flames raging from the roof as the sound of breaking glass can be heard. Neighbours have praised firefighters for containing the fierce blaze in Devonshire Way on Saturday night (September 9) after it broke out at about 9.15pm. One of those neighbours, Malcolm Redman, whose house adjoins the one where the fire started, shot the harrowing video as crews from six fire stations fought to save the house and those around it. In the footage, the sound of breaking glass can be heard, as firefighters force their way into the semi-detached property to bring the inferno under control. The roof of the house has been almost completely destroyed but, thanks to firefighters from Woodside, Addington, Beckenham, Croydon and Bromley, no other homes were affected, including Mr Redman's. House fire on Devonshire Way, Shirley Mr Redman, 52, said: "The video shows the blazing fire that was coming out of the roof of the house while I was standing and recording from the opposite side of the road. It's really intense. "The other bits [the second part of the video] show the fire engines, the firefighters and the materials that they used to control the fire throughout the night. The video actually shows them smashing the glass to get into the house which could be heard by everyone." Neighbours were evacuated from their homes and had to stand on the street for more than three hours, eventually being allowed back in their homes as late as 12.45am. Nobody was in the affected property when the fire broke out and there were no injuries. Firefighters are understood to have returned to the scene on Sunday morning (September 10) to check that there was no danger of the fire reigniting. An investigation is being carried out by the London Fire Brigade and the cause is currently unknown. CrimeGipsy Hill teenager jailed after he was caught by police with a gun hidden down his trousersThe 19-year-old pleaded guilty to being involved in a separate attack where a man was stabbed in Crystal Palace as well New AddingtonNew Addington fish and chip shop spends £50,000 on refurbishment after being given food hygiene rating of zeroThe Parade Fish Shop now has a five star rating after being reinspected Dream HomesThis Croydon home with a stunning secret garden could be yours for £650,000Estate agents Fine and Country are marketing this three-bedroom family home on the Croydon and Beddington border	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2462
__label__cc	0.650493	0.349507	The Raw Ingredients The most popular of floor covering materials and it’s easy to see why. Wool is natural, hard-wearing, versatile and supremely soft underfoot. With its insulating properties, it’s the most luxurious and cosy floorcovering choice. It can be dyed into an array of colours and tufted into many patterns and textures. The majority of our wool is sourced from the vast expanses of the mountainous regions of New Zealand where legend states that the unique altitude and seasonal rainfall produces the most luxurious form or wool, prized for its fine texture, durability and above all, purity. View Swatches Originally used to create strong and resilient twine, we use this stunning material to create graceful and exotic floor coverings. Sourced from Brazil, China and Southern Tanzania, the Sisal plant is one of nature’s true survivors – evolved to thrive in a punishing climate with little rainfall in summer. Once stripped and dried for 30 days it is ready to be crafted into the treasured floorcovering fit to grace your home. Like many industry artisans, we know it’s the balance of individual ingredients and components that create a new, distinctive blend. We’ve never been ones to shy away from innovation and as such, we were the first to create a new blend of floorcovering, never before used in the UK. Sisool is a blend of natural plant fibre material Sisal, full of rugged charm, with natural material Wool for supreme softness. Arguably our sturdiest material, this hardy grass has to withstand all sorts of abuse to be worthy enough to grace your home. Sourced from Vietnamese and Chinese plantations, this hardy grass has to withstand copious amounts of ocean salt, raging typhoons and the heat of the Far Eastern sun before being woven into our signature styles of Original, Herringbone and Basketweave in both Normal and Fine weaves. Our Coir comes from coconuts grown and handpicked along the Keralan shoreline. After being suspended in water for 10 months they are beaten to separate the fibres. Once dried, cleaned and spun, the Coir is transformed into flooring as inviting as its original setting. The Mahanadi Belt monsoon season sees an explosion of healthy, green Jute stems, made tougher by the fertile, coastal waters. One it has been ret (immersed into slow-running water) and stripped, the fibres are ready to be weaved into our collection of gorgeous, classic designs that date back to the Nineteenth Century.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2463
__label__cc	0.598105	0.401895	Current: 2012 breaks record for cruises from the uk Blue Water Holidays Blog Read the latest small ship, luxury and river news and features from the experts. 2012 breaks record for cruises from the UK Tues 5th March 2013 Last year was a record year for UK cruise ports as passenger numbers increased by 10 per cent, with the percentage expected to rise in 2013. The ports of Southampton, Dover and Portsmouth experienced a growth in popularity as the number of passengers from the Southeast of England increased. Cruises around the British Isles increased in popularity with fifty two UK ports receiving cruise calls last year. Figures also show that more than half of all British passengers booked more than one cruise in 2012, with the Mediterranean continuing to be the most popular destination. Click here to read more about Cruises from the UK	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2464
__label__cc	0.657618	0.342382	Comparing Chengdu J-20 with F-22, F-35 and Su-PAK FA or T-50 Posted by: Cavin Dsouza January 4, 2011 194 Comments We have witnessed a lot about the Chinese Stealth fighter J-20, being developed by the Chinese Aircraft manufacturer Chengdu. The J-20 is a Fifth generation aircraft with stealth capabilities. Only time will tell if the J-20 will match the current stealth aircrafts or will be superior than them. The F-22 Raptor has proven technology and hence it has been speculated that most of the 5th generation aircrafts today are similar to the Raptor. It is also speculated that this proven design of the F-22 has either been taken by spying,purchasing and then reverse engineered to create a new prototype by rival nations. That is the main reason why US is not exporting the F-22 because they fear that nations like China and Russia would use their designs especially after 1.7 terabytes of top secret information was stolen from them. If we compare the look and design of J-20 you will find that it has a delta-wing-canard layout whereas the F-22 and F-35 have both diamond-wing-conventional layout. The frontal aspect of J-20 looks extremely similar to that of American F-35 JSF with twin DSI intake and V-shaped tail. The J-20 has a canard-delta twin-engine configuration, diverted-less supersonic intakes, and a shaped nose consistent with the use of an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar. To maintain stealth, the F-22 carries its weapons in internal bays. The J-20 seems to be fitted with WS-10 engines rather than WS-15 but this cannot be confirmed. The thrust generated by J-20 is 180 kN which leads to better engine performance. The F-22 Raptor has dual afterburning Pratt & Whitney F119-PW-100 turbofans incorporate pitch axis thrust vectoring, with a range of ±20 degrees. The maximum thrust is classified, though most sources place it at about 156 kN. The F-35’s main engine is the Pratt & Whitney F135. The General Electric/Rolls-Royce F136 is being developed as an alternative engine. The PAK FA was expected to use a pair of Saturn 117S engines on its first flights producing 142 kN thrust in the afterburner. The PAK FA would be the first fifth generation fighter with full 3-D thrust vectoring along all three aircraft axes: pitch, yaw and roll. The J-20 design is similar to the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor and the Sukhoi T-50 fighters. Sources indicate the twin-engine J-20 prototype could be using the Russian-built Saturn 117S (AL-41F1A) engine, the same being used in the T-50 and Su-35 prototypes. China has expressed interest in procuring large quantities of the Saturn 117S from Russia and rumors at the recent Zhuhai Airshow in China indicate a J-20 prototype had been outfitted with the 117S. The F-22 Raptor uses AN/APG-77 AESA radar, designed for air superiority and strike operations, features a low-observable, active-aperture, electronically-scanned array that can track multiple targets in any weather. The main sensor on board of the F-35 is its AN/APG-81 AESA-radar, designed by Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems and is augmented by the Electro-Optical Targeting System (EOTS) mounted under the nose of the aircraft, designed by Lockheed Martin. For the T-50 PAK FA, radar with APAA is provided by NIIP. The J-20 is stated to use an advanced radar however the make of it is still not known. Although J-20 appears as a better stealth aircraft than the rest, the Chinese pilots are not as experienced than the US pilots. The US has pilots that have been in combat situations for years. Moreover the AWACs, missile technology, radar tech, etc are all championed by the US and Russia. Its time to wait and watch how the J-20 performs in future as compared to the rest. It is interesting to note that on our previous article Chengdu J-20 China’s first stealth fighter takes to the skies we got lot of traffic from US, Canada, UK, Australia, South Korea and Japan. We wonder if this news came as a shock to these countries. Also we got lot of response from China too, considering the tight lipped Chinese government this news must have been a pleasant surprise for the Chinese people. What do you think about the comparison of these fighters against J-20? Although it is too soon to tell, let us know what you think. Chengdu J-20 Chinese Stealth fighter maiden flight [Video and Pictures] Threat analysis of Chengdu J-20 the chinese stealth fighter New Photos and Video of Chengdu J-20 The Chinese Stealth Fighter Released Chengdu J-20 China’s first stealth fighter takes to the skies Chengdu J-20 china gen 6 aircraft china j-20 vs f-22 china stealth plane China's 5th Generation Fighter china's first stealth fighter china's first stealth fighter jet chinese airforce chinese j-20 fighter chinese stealth chinese stealth bomber chinese stealth fighter chinese stealth jet comparison F-22 f-22 raptor vs j-20 f-22 vs j-20 f-35 f-35 vs j-20 f22 vs j20 f35 vs j20 fifth generation fighter j-20 china j-20 fighter j-20 prototype J-20 vs J-XX j20 vs t50 pak fa vs j-20 pak fa vs j20 People's Liberation Army Air Force PLAAF prototype of china's first stealth fighter jet Su-Pakfa Su-T-50 2011-01-04 Cavin Dsouza Tagged with: Chengdu J-20 china gen 6 aircraft china j-20 vs f-22 china stealth plane China's 5th Generation Fighter china's first stealth fighter china's first stealth fighter jet chinese airforce chinese j-20 fighter chinese stealth chinese stealth bomber chinese stealth fighter chinese stealth jet comparison F-22 f-22 raptor vs j-20 f-22 vs j-20 f-35 f-35 vs j-20 f22 vs j20 f35 vs j20 fifth generation fighter j-20 china j-20 fighter j-20 prototype J-20 vs J-XX j20 vs t50 pak fa vs j-20 pak fa vs j20 People's Liberation Army Air Force PLAAF prototype of china's first stealth fighter jet Su-Pakfa Su-T-50 Previous: Chengdu J-20 China’s first stealth fighter takes to the skies Next: Lock-on and fire Eurofighter Typhoon Pilots get new helmet About Cavin Dsouza	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2475
__label__wiki	0.865967	0.865967	Special Operations MC-130J Combat Shadow II Posted by: Mehtaj Bora March 30, 2011 0 On March 29th 2011, at Marietta, Georgia Lockheed Martin rolled out a new variant of its MC-130 series aircraft designated as MC-130J Combat Shadow IIs for the U.S. Air Force’s Special Operations Command (AFSOC). Lt. Gen. Donald C. Wurster, commander, Air Force Special Operations Command, was the keynote speaker at the event. Unlike the previous variant of MC-130 series aircrafts which includes the MC-130E Combat Talon I, MC-130H Combat Talon II, MC-130W Combat Spear and MC-130P Combat Shadow, the MC-130J’s will be equipped with advanced sensors, expanded avionics and universal aerial refueling capability and will enable the highly skilled Airmen of AFSOC to operate under difficult conditions with unmatched speed and capability. Wurster was quoted saying ““The MC-130J is one of the most versatile tactical airlifters in the world. Its multi-mission capabilities will increase the combat performance of special operations forces worldwide”. To begin replacing the current aging fleet of the MC-130 series aircrafts Lockheed Martin is contracted to build 15 MC 130Js. The U.S. Air Force is also authorized to acquire up to 20 MC-130Js against an approved requirement for 37. Lorraine Martin, Lockheed Martin vice president for C-130 programs said the MC-130J would be the most flexible airlifter in the world and the new Combat Shadow configuration will demonstrate the unmatched platform capability of the Super Hercules. As the description given by Lockheed Martin official’s the new aircraft is based on a KC-130J tanker baseline configuration and will have the Enhanced Service Life Wing, Enhanced Cargo Handling System, a Universal Aerial Refueling Receptacle Slipway Installation, more powerful electrical generators, an electro-optical/infrared sensor, a combat systems operator station on the flight deck and provisions for the large aircraft infrared countermeasures system. It is also estimated that in-line production of this configuration will reduce cost and risk, and meets the required 2012 Initial Operational Capability. Lockheed Martin also said that C-130 is the world’s first responder and C-130J is performing today and will be ready for whatever the future holds. But the MC-130E dates back to Vietnam War and was also the first Combat Talon which was developed to support clandestine special operations missions. C-130 combat talon combat talon ii hc-130j Lockheed Martin mc 130 talon mc-130e mc-130h MC-130J mc-130p mc-130p combat shadow Special Operations 2011-03-30 Mehtaj Bora Tagged with: C-130 combat talon combat talon ii hc-130j Lockheed Martin mc 130 talon mc-130e mc-130h MC-130J mc-130p mc-130p combat shadow Special Operations Previous: Top 5 aircraft in Operation Odyssey Dawn to enforce no-fly zone in Libya Next: F-22 Raptor flown on synthetic biofuel About Mehtaj Bora	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2476
__label__wiki	0.896226	0.896226	Game-by-game predictions for the 2018 Denver… Game-by-game predictions for the 2018 Denver Broncos’ season Joe Amon, The Denver Post Defensive back Chris Harris #25 of the Denver Broncos playing in tight against the Washington Redskins at FedExField stadium in Landover, Maryland. Aug. 24, 2018 By Ryan O’Halloran \| rohalloran@denverpost.com \| The Denver Post A game-by-game look at the Broncos’ season: Sept. 9: vs. Seattle (2:25 p.m., FOX) If the Broncos can bottle up rookie tailback Rashaad Penny, their pass rush should be able to harass quarterback Russell Wilson. The call: Broncos 27, Seahawks 20. Sept. 16: vs. Oakland (2:25 p.m., CBS) The Broncos get the Raiders off a short week (Oakland hosts the Rams in the late Monday game Sept. 10) and start 2-0 for the sixth consecutive season. The call: Broncos 31, Raiders 19. Sept. 23: at Baltimore (11 a.m., CBS) The first of two East Coast trips in three weeks. A potential sub-plot: By this point, the Ravens will have a plan for rookie quarterback Lamar Jackson. The call: Ravens 17, Broncos 16. Oct. 1: vs. Kansas City (6:15 p.m., ESPN) A matchup of Texas football legends — the Broncos’ Case Keenum (Abilene/University of Houston) vs. Patrick Mahomes (Whitehouse/Texas Tech). The call: Broncos 24, Chiefs 23. Oct. 7: at New York Jets (11 a.m., CBS) Do the Broncos see rookie quarterback Sam Darnold by this point? A short week and a long trip is always a tough assignment. The call: Broncos 20, Jets 7. Oct. 14: Los Angeles Rams (2:05 p.m., FOX) Old Home Week: Former Broncos coach/defensive coordinator Wade Phillips and cornerback Aqib Talib return to Denver. The Broncos face quarterback Jared Goff and tailback Todd Gurley for the first time. The call: Rams 31, Broncos 27. Oct. 18: at Arizona (6:20 p.m., FOX/NFL Network) Get ready for three days of the players complaining about playing on Thursday. The Broncos make their second trip to Arizona in eight weeks, but this game actually counts. The call: Broncos 22, Cardinals 16. Oct. 28: at Kansas City (11 a.m., CBS) A quirky division schedule continues. The Broncos play the Chiefs twice before facing the Chargers once. The Broncos are 19-38 all-time in Kansas City. The call: Chiefs 24, Broncos 21. Nov. 4: vs. Houston (2:05 p.m., CBS) If the Broncos’ season is going well, this is a classic look-ahead scenario. But quarterback Deshaun Watson, receiver DeAndre Hopkins and pass rusher J.J. Watt all have the ability to ruin a game. The call: Broncos 34, Texans 17. Nov. 18: at Los Angeles Chargers (2:05 p.m., CBS) Big-time AFC West matchup and first place could be on the line. Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa is elite. The call: Chargers 14, Broncos 13. Nov. 25: vs. Pittsburgh (2:25 p.m., CBS) Since 1970, the Broncos and Steelers have met 23 times in the regular season … and eight times in the postseason. This meeting is their first since the January 2015 AFC title game (Broncos 23, Steelers 16). The call: Steelers 33, Broncos 28. Dec. 2: at Cincinnati (11 a.m., CBS) We ranked the Bengals last in the preseason rankings. No excuses for the Broncos. The call: Broncos 29, Bengals 14. Dec. 9: at San Francisco (2:05 p.m., CBS) The 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan, son of Mike and the pride of Cherry Creek High School, faces his hometown team for the first time as a head coach. The call: 49ers 20, Broncos 17. Dec. 15: vs. Cleveland (2:30 or 6:20 p.m., NFL Network) The NFL Network gets to decide if it’s Browns-Broncos or Texans-Jets for the 6:20 p.m. game. The Browns will have won a game or three by this point. The call: Broncos 24, Browns 14. Dec. 24: at Oakland (6:15 p.m., ESPN) Only two more trips to the Black Hole for the Broncos before the Raiders move to Las Vegas. The call: Raiders 28, Broncos 24. Dec. 30: vs. Los Angeles Chargers (2:25 p.m., CBS) The Chargers have the AFC West locked up and the Broncos clinch the sixth seed with their ninth win of the year. The call: Broncos 33, Chargers 28. Final record: 9-7. Journalism isn’t free. Show your support of local news coverage by becoming a subscriber. Your first month is only 99 cents. Broncos preview Ryan O’Halloran Ryan O’Halloran is in his second season covering the Broncos for The Post and his 16th year overall covering the NFL. A native of North Dakota and graduate of Kansas State, O’Halloran previously covered the Washington Redskins for eight years, primarily at The Washington Times, and the Jacksonville Jaguars for six years at The Florida Times-Union. He has been recognized by the Associated Press Sports Editors seven times for his work. Follow Ryan O’Halloran ryan.ohalloran.161 Follow Ryan O’Halloran @ryanohalloran	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2479
__label__cc	0.586154	0.413846	Save fuel with hydromechanical variable transmission By Frank Tobe \| July 25, 2016 Dana Rexroth Transmission Systems has announced that its engineers have completed final validation testing of the R3 hydromechanical variable transmission (HVT), with the start of production expected in the third quarter of this year. Both versions of the HVT technology feature a modular design that can be adapted for many applications, including wheel loaders, motor graders, industrial lift trucks, reach stackers, forestry skidders, and other off-highway equipment. Extending the range of HVTs available to vehicle manufacturers, the HVT R3 is for applications with net input power from 200 to 270 kW (268 to 362 hp). In production since late 2015, the HVT R2 supports power outputs from 135 to 195 kW (180 to 260 hp), and it is now featured on Kalmar’s new Gloria generation of reach stackers as part of the Kalmar K-Motion drivetrain. Developed in association with engine manufacturer Volvo Penta, the Kalmar K-Motion drivetrain system for 45-ton Gloria reachstackers equipped with the HVT R2 can reduce fuel consumption by up to 40%. These HVTs reduce fuel consumption by decreasing engine speeds throughout the duty cycle and at idle, where speeds can be dropped to as low as 650 rpm. Application analysis demonstrates the possibility of further savings without compromising performance through engine downsizing. The HVTs enable responsive, precise vehicle positioning with a stepless drive that offers better acceleration while maintaining tractive effort. They optimize the operating point of the diesel engine by decoupling engine speed from drive speed. Maintenance costs are reduced by using hydrostatic braking and wear-free directional reversing without clutches. Dana Rexroth www.danarexroth.com	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2480
__label__wiki	0.67699	0.67699	Fans react to Exeter City's 1-1 draw with Carlisle United "Only positive is we didn't lose" There was a sense of frustration from fans (Image: Pinnacle) Exeter City's draw with Carlisle United left fans frustrated that they could not go on to claim all three points. An uneventful first 40 minutes was brought into life when Dean Moxey volleyed in to break the deadlock just before half-time, but a Carlisle equaliser in the second-half meant the spoils were shared. Grecians supporters reflected on what they felt was not a classic encounter at St James Park. Exeter City 1 Carlisle United 1: Paul Tisdale's reaction	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2482
__label__wiki	0.849437	0.849437	Space \| 18. July 2018 \| posted by Freya Scheffler-Kayser Direct line to astronaut Alexander Gerst Credit: © DLR Students speak by radio with Alexander Gerst on the ISS Working with the younger generation – getting children and young people interested in space, natural sciences and high-tech professions – is an important part of Alexander Gerst's 'horizons' mission. The ARISS calls – live radio contacts between selected schools and @Astro_Alex – are particularly popular. ARISS stands for 'Amateur Radio on the International Space Station' and is organised by Alexander Gerst, the mission team at the DLR Space Administration in Bonn and the German Amateur Radio Club (DARC). Each mission usually involves radio contact with three or four selected schools in Germany. But because it is such an unforgettable experience for the students, and demand far exceeds supply, Gerst made a personal effort to increase the number long before 'horizons' was underway. Ten ISS radio contacts have now been organised with 14 schools and three DLR_School_Labs in Germany, as well as with one school in St. Vith (Belgium). ##markend## My task on the DLR mission team at the Space Administration in Bonn is to coordinate the contacts with the schools, the amateur radio enthusiasts and our partner agencies ESA and NASA. It began on 27 June 2018 with a joint radio link for the Werner Heisenberg High School in Leverkusen (North Rhine-Westphalia) and the Schickhardt High School in Herrenberg (Baden-Württemberg). The Kardinal Frings High School (KFG) in Bonn was next in line on 3 July. Credit: DLR (CC-BY 3.0) A great space cake with the ISS, celebrating the occasion of the ARISS call at the Werner Heisenberg High School in Leverkusen Preparations for each radio contact begin months beforehand in cooperation with the schools. What should the schools include in their supporting programme? Generally there ought to be a clear tie-in with space topics. What questions will the students ask during the contact? They need to be submitted in English for approval by NASA. By when must the radio enthusiasts have installed their antennas? The schools then receive confirmation of the contact date around a week in advance. Everything went according to schedule in Leverkusen, and the school was even given two weeks' notice. But it was an entirely different story for the KFG in Beuel. No confirmation. Enquiries were greeted with requests for patience. The sobering message then arrived two days before the event in Leverkusen: "Contact with KFG cannot be scheduled." But an alternative was still possible for KFG. We had heard from a colleague in the European Columbus Control Centre at DLR in Oberpfaffenhofen that Alexander Gerst would be completing his daily workout (2.5 hours) at the scheduled time. Would he be able to interrupt his programme for 10 minutes of radio contact? The ESA mission director called me during the event in Leverkusen. She would speak with Alexander personally during the crew conference. Hope – followed by relief. The astronaut agreed to the radio contact. Once he had given the green light, it took four hours of conversations with NASA and the ESA crew doctors to 'save' the ARISS contact for Bonn, allowing us to begin preparations at the very last minute. Students at the Werner Heisenberg High School with members of the DLR 'horizons' mission team The contact date arrived on 3 July, accompanied by glorious sunshine. Waiting for big the event, I felt just as nervous as the entire school. All of us had goose bumps when the students called Gerst on the ISS and his distinctive voice suddenly responded from amidst the static. Another eight ARISS contacts are scheduled. Next up, in mid-August, is the DLR_School_Lab in Braunschweig. An overview of all the dates is available here (in German). We are looking forward to them! Stay tuned! TrackbackURL: https://www.dlr.de/blogs/en/trackback.aspx/trackid-mjqlgotlgyggdq/ Freya Scheffler-Kayser is a manager for the horizons mission at DLR in Bonn. She studied physics and worked in the space industry for 15 years - including a period as process engineer for the German D-2 mission in 1993 - before joining the DLR Space Administration in 2002. Since 2009, she has worked on the ISS operating programme and astronaut issues in the department for human spaceflight, ISS and exploration. to authorpage	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2487
__label__wiki	0.805375	0.805375	Bearing the load: What to consider when installing ceiling-mounted equipment by Lisa Chamoff, Contributing Reporter \| August 31, 2016 A system to test overhead tracks and lifts was developed by Health Association Nova Scotia Hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers are filled with lifesaving machinery. Some of that equipment — particularly heavy imaging systems, such as X-ray tubes and MRs that are mounted on the ceiling in radiography rooms and hybrid ORs — requires more than operational expertise. Facilities must ensure that the equipment is installed properly. “The structural support is extremely important,” says Edward Thieman, senior director of field support for Virtual Imaging Inc., a subsidiary of Canon U.S.A. Inc. “A lot of people make mistakes when it comes to not ensuring that their site is ready to accept the overhead tube crane.” A facility needs a ceiling with enough structural support to hold a 1,000-pound piece of equipment without swaying. The overhead tube crane may be fully manual, or it could have a tracking function that always maintains the correct distance between the table and the detector. There are also fully automated systems that will drive the tube crane to exactly the right place for specific exams. Overhead systems are popular in Western countries, says Stefan Mintert, senior portfolio manager for diagnostic X-Ray at Philips, which introduced its DigitalDiagnost ceiling mounted radiography system in 1999. “People want as little material on the floor as possible,” Mintert says. Most OEMs provide drawings that can be given to an architect that have all the considerations for the equipment taken into account. The contractor is given plans to complete the work. The metal support frame is provided by companies like Unistrut. New & Refurbished C-Arm Systems. Call 702.384.0085 Today! Quest Imaging Solutions provides all major brands of surgical c-arms (new and refurbished) and carries a large inventory for purchase or rent. With over 20 years in the medical equipment business we can help you fulfill your equipment needs When the rails that the overhead tube crane will ride in get bolted in place, it’s important that they’re perfectly parallel to each other and level, Thieman notes. “We try our best to recommend that the customer insist that the contractor uses a company that is familiar with installing a strut to support the overhead tube cranes,” Thieman says. Imaging manufacturers work closely with the hospital and the facility manager, or with the dealer doing the installation, to make sure the building can handle the weight. The room setup is also important, says Steve Romocki, worldwide product line manager for digital radiography solutions at Carestream, which has four ceiling-mounted radiography and fluoroscopy systems. “If you’ve got cabinets in the wrong way and you don’t have the proper stops in place, you can run this big tube into a cabinet,” Romocki says. “We have project managers that work with whoever is laying out the hospital room. In those cases, we’ll be working years ahead of time with the architects. We can put stops in the rail to restrict movement so the tube won’t crash into a beam or cabinet.” Sign up for Parts And Service stories Sign up for Weekly Top stories If you've already created an account, use your email address and password to sign in using the form below. Sign up for Weekly Top stories Sign up for Parts And Service stories Parts And Service Homepage Pat Fitzgerald: A legacy of leadership Varex acquires tube repair company RHIT Senators Warren and Cassidy seek clarity on servicing versus remanufacturing Frazier Healthcare Partners to pay $250 million for MEDNAX's MedData business Siemens teams with EquipX for improved equipment management The ever-evolving CT tube market Key considerations for picking medical imaging parts and service providers A look back at the remarkable career of Ed Sloan Sr. The future of service in a digital world Buyer beware: The time to negotiate a service contract is at the point of sale	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2498
__label__wiki	0.668118	0.668118	1118 Greenwood Place Faribault, MN 55021 Est. $858/mo Ed Dropps 109 days on site living sqft Budget-loving, 2BR/1.50BA single-level. Lovely details in this well-kept home include two-car garage, deck and basement. Many charms to cherish!! 10/4/2019 $199,900 List Price 5317745 Jefferson Elementary School (K-5) Parkside Christian School (K-8) Reflections School (K-12) Focus (3-12) Cannon River Education Center Sun (K-5) Faribault Middle School (6-8) Bethlehem Academy (6-12) 4 Faribault Senior High School (9-12) 3 Cannon River Sec Transition Ed Prog (12-12) Floor Type: Cooling:None Master Bedroomx 2nd Bedroomx Dining Roomx Kitchenx Living Roomx Roof Type:Asphalt Shingles Garage Spaces:2 Lot Size:187x70 Parking:Detached Garage Foundation:912 254 Cedar Cove Lane Owatonna, MN 55060 MLS#: 5315856 Added 4 Months Ago 906 Poplar Street Northfield, MN 55057 MLS#: 5287366 Added 4 Months Ago Property Information Last Updated: 11/7/2017 1:04:35 PM Property Listed By Homes Plus Realty The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than the owner of this site are marked with the Broker Reciprocity logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. ® 2019, Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. All rights reserved. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Notice: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. © 512 (the "DMCA"), provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices and counter-notices should be sent in writing by mail to Michael Bisping, Director, Customer Relations, Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc, 2550 University Avenue West, Suite 259S, Saint Paul, MN 55114 or by email to [email protected] Questions can be directed by phone to 651-251-3200. The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information: (1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement; (2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content; (3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and e-mail address; (4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law; (5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and (6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint. Greater Midwest Realty & Property Management \| 763-767-9200 \| 12760 Aberdeen Street NE, Suite 101 Blaine, MN 55449 \| Last updated on 11/6/2019 3:23:32 AM Disclaimer \| Privacy Statement \| © 2020 TORCHx Property Type Any Single Family Homes Townhomes Condos Multi Find Other Properties In Faribault Pool Fireplace No HOA New Construction Foreclosure Short Sale New Listing Waterfront Walk-In Closets 55+ Community Basement Wood Floors Company Listings	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2506
__label__cc	0.650446	0.349554	The Art Section Books, Community, Magazine, March/April 2010: Issue No. 10, People, The Art Section Man Against Himself Tasting a bygone Manhattan with Holden Caulfield. March 6, 2010 \| By Gabrielle Langholtz Art, Community, Magazine, November/December 2009: Issue No. 8, People, The Art Section Can Artist: Andy Warhol and Campbell’s Soup How he heated—and served—the Pop-Art scene. November 3, 2009 \| By Kevin Kilroy Art, Drink, Magazine, March/April 2009: Issue No. 4, The Art Section, Wine & Drinks Painting McSorley’s Bar John Sloan’s work captured-and catapulted- the alehouse institution. March 10, 2009 \| By Alan Wallach Art, Artisans, Community, Magazine, November/December 2008: Issue No. 2, People, The Art Section Hopper’s Nighthawks in the City that Never Sleeps The Greenwich street painting and its post-war origins.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2508
__label__wiki	0.972842	0.972842	Pricing & Comparison Chart World Media Directory · RSS · Email Newsletters There were 427 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 171,587 in the last 365 days. DOE's Nuclear Agency Moving to Manufacture New Plutonium Bomb Cores in Violation of Environmental Law and Court Order Production of new plutonium pits for unneeded nuclear weapons poses risk of new nuclear arms race Proposed Plutonium Bomb Plant (PBP) at SRS: Abandoned, poorly constructed plutonium fuel (MOX) buiding, photo courtesy High Flyer to SRS Watch Over 15,000 surplus, reusable plutonium pits are stored in bunkers at DOE's Pantex site in Texas Natural Resources Defense Council, Nuclear Watch New Mexico, SRS Watch, Tri-Valley CAREs Assert "Pit" Pursuit Violates National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) NNSA is potentially facing a legal challenge for refusing to prepare the required environmental review of expanded pit production at Los Alamos and at SRS, which has no pit manufacturing experience.” — Tom Clements, Director, Savannah River Site Watch COLUMBIA, SC, USA, January 9, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Department of Energy’s semi-autonomous National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has announced that it is proceeding with aggressive plans to expand the production of plutonium pits without required nation-wide “programmatic” public review. The Natural Resources Defense Council, Nuclear Watch New Mexico, Savannah River Site Watch and Tri-Valley CAREs assert this is in violation of the legal requirements of both the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and a 1998 court order that stipulates that DOE must prepare a “programmatic environmental impact statement” (PEIS) when it plans to produce more than 80 pits per year. Plutonium pits are the radioactive cores of nuclear weapons. U.S. plutonium bomb core production ended in 1989 when the FBI raided the Rocky Flats Plant near Denver while investigating environmental crimes. In 1997, DOE relocated pit production to the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in New Mexico after completing the Stockpile Stewardship and Management Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement. Production was capped at 20 pits per year. In May 2018, the Defense Department and NNSA announced plans to increase pit production at LANL to at least 30 pits per year. In addition, the agency plans to establish redundant production of at least 50 pits per year at the Savannah River Site (SRS) in South Carolina by repurposing the partially built MOX Fuel Fabrication Facility, a boondoggle that has already cost American taxpayers ~$7 billion. LANL has had chronic nuclear safety problems that shut down operations at its main plutonium facility for three years - the same facility slated for expanded operations. Expanded pit production will cost at least $43 billion over the next 30 years. Yet the Defense Department and NNSA have never explained why expanded plutonium pit production is necessary. More than 15,000 plutonium pits are stored at NNSA’s Pantex Plant near Amarillo, TX. Independent experts have concluded that plutonium pits have reliable lifetimes of at least 100 years (the average pit age is less than 40 years). Crucially, there is no pit production scheduled to maintain the safety and reliability of the existing nuclear weapons stockpile. Instead, proposed future pit production is for speculative new-design nuclear weapons, but those design have been canceled NNSA’s latest rationale for new pit production is for a future “W87-1” warhead for the Air Force’s intercontinental ballistic missiles. But whereas the W87 is an existing type of plutonium pit, according to NNSA budget documents the agency plans to produce future “W87-like” pits, leaving much room for modifications. That could adversely impact national security because newly produced plutonium pits cannot be full-scale tested without violating the global nuclear weapons testing moratorium. The NEPA requires that proposed major federal actions be subject to environmental review, which federal executive agencies must undertake early in decision-making processes. Since 2003, NNSA has tried through two supplemental PEISs and two LANL Site-Wide Environmental Impact Statements to expand plutonium pit production but failed each time. NNSA now refuses to prepare the required PEIS for expanded pit production. The watchdog groups contend that is mandated for three reasons: 1) NNSA must formally raise the pit production cap established in the 1996 PEIS; 2) a second site is now involved; and 3) more than ample precedent exists for programmatic NEPA review of expanded plutonium pit production. And, the 1998 court order requires that DOE must prepare a supplemental PEIS when it plans on producing more than 80 pits/year. Tri-Valley CAREs’ Executive Director Marylia Kelley noted, “NNSA’s refusal to complete programmatic environmental review before plunging ahead with plans to more than quadruple the production authorization for plutonium bomb cores flies in the face of our country’s foundational environmental law, the National Environmental Policy Act, and a standing federal court order mandating that the government conduct such a review. The order was obtained in prior litigation by Natural Resources Defense Council on behalf of itself, Tri-Valley CAREs, and additional plaintiffs. I find myself shocked but not surprised that NNSA would so flagrantly flout the law. Use of a speculative untested pit in a new Livermore Lab-design warhead will degrade, not enhance, the safety and reliability of the U.S. stockpile. My group stands ready to uphold NEPA and the specific court order.” “There’s a long legal history here,” said NRDC Senior Attorney Geoff Fettus. “But suffice it to say, it’s in everyone’s interest to carefully, and most of all publicly, assess whether it’s a good idea to aggressively expand the manufacturing of key components of nuclear weapons. There is a Federal Court order that directly addresses this issue. We have yet to see a meaningful response by NNSA to that order.” Tom Clements of SRS Watch added, “NNSA is potentially facing a legal challenge for refusing to prepare the legally required over-arching environmental review of expanded pit production at Los Alamos and at the Savannah River Site, which has no previous pit manufacturing experience. Pursuit of the proposed Plutonium Bomb Plant at SRS is not only on shaky legal ground but the authorization and funding by Congress of all new pit production will be challenged this year and in subsequent years and is guaranteed to fail as DOE has repeatedly demonstrated that it is incapable of managing such complex projects.” Jay Coghlan of Nuclear Watch New Mexico concluded, “We need to find smart ways to face the world’s renewed nuclear arms race. Unnecessary expanded production of questionable plutonium bomb cores is not the way to do it. Instead of aggressively modifying nuclear weapons the U.S. should carefully preserve its existing, reliable, extensively tested nuclear weapons stockpile while working toward a future world free of them. It’s that kind of analysis and consideration of credible alternatives that the National Environmental Policy Act should give Americans instead of the nuclear weaponeers rubber stamping their self-interested agenda of nukes forever at the taxpayer’s expense.” NNSA’s Federal Register Notice of Availability of Final Supplement Analysis, Jan.8: https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-01-08/pdf/2020-00102.pdf Final Supplement Analysis: https://www.energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2020/01/f70/final-supplement-analysis-eis-0236-s4-sa-02-complex-transformation-12-2019.pdf 1998 court order requires DOE to prepare a supplemental PEIS when it plans to produce more than 80 pits/year: https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/FSupp2/20/45/2423390/ Tom Clements Savannah River Site Watch Share on Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn Distribution channels: Environment, Law, Military Industry, Politics, U.S. Politics Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Print PDF NNSA’s Proposed Plutonium Bomb Plant at Savannah River Site and Lessons Learned from the Rocky Flats Plutonium Disaster Aerial Photos of Bungled Nuclear Projects Released: Plutonium Fuel (MOX), VC Summer and Vogtle Reactor Construction EIN Presswire Follow @EINPresswire Set Up FREE Account EIN Newsdesk NewsPlugin Featured Press Releases Featured Clients: CUTVNews Team NuVision Help & Information Center: About EIN Presswire Submit Free Press Release EIN News Home About EIN News Founded in 1995, EIN News is an international leader in real-time news tracking and digital information services. 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__label__cc	0.512405	0.487595	RxEvolution DNA Test Media & books Dr. Sharad Paul's Registered Charity - Baci Foundation Dr. Sharad Paul's Foundation* has run literacy programmes for over a decade and started with the, now annual, short story competition in 2006. The winning schools received a cache of new books for the school and the winning children got e-learning tools like iPads or video cameras from Dr. Paul. Moving on from this to the design of this mobile classroom will allow these literary programmes programmes and more to continue. The building, completed and installed onsite at Glen Taylor School in Glen Innes, Auckland. will also double as a community center in the evenings where parents can be educated on good eating and health. If you wish to volunteer or contribute please messenger me on Facebook. If your want to help support this initiative, thank you, and please use this account number: Bank of New Zealand BNZ: 02 0152 0277973 000 Swift Code BKNZNZ22) "If we can encourage even one child to reach for greatness, the mission will have been worthwhile" - Dr. Sharad Paul. A personal mission - from education to health As a doctor and father of a school-aged daughter, I was realized that children from economically-disadvantaged schools were reading books that were three years behind their peers in wealthier areas. If you left primary school with such a disadvantage, how could you compete in the real world? That led me to begin a weekly programme in schools, teaching creative writing. Giving up a day of medical work weekly may have surprised others, including my family, but I felt richer for it. For over a decade, I have taught creativity and built libraries in low-decile schools. I even ended up an adviser on the National Commission of UNESCO. A decade later, while researching for The Genetics of Health book, I realised that poor nutrition and bad diets worsen learning outcomes and moods. This led me to plan a mobile learning centre to run literacy programmes and also deliver nutritional education in the community. During the day, the room would be dedicated to teaching literacy and creativity, as we know that being creative improves problem-solving skills – and thereby math and science performance. From a sketch, to a model, to the real thing... Last year, a student from an Auckland School (Glen Taylor) won the annual short story competition run by my Baci Foundation, a registered charity. The student won an iPad, the school won a new library of books, and our first mobile classroom found a home. Inside the Mobile Education Unit complete with heat pump and with all books supplied by Dr. Paul's Baci Foundation - The Mobile Education Unit onsite at Glen Taylor School East Auckland. Dr. Paul featured on TVNZ - Te Karere - speaking on the project and nutrition talk. Above: The completed Mobile Education Unit installed at Glen Taylor School Dr. Paul & Glen Taylor Principal Chris Herlihy + students on the deck of the completed MEU - March 2018 Photos from the opening - Dr. Sharad talking on healthy eating, the kapa haka (traditional Maori dance) performance by the Glen Taylor School students and the meal supplied by Dr. Paul's charity and prepared by top chef Jinu Abraham, the executive chef of Heritage Auckland *Baci Foundation Charitable Trust - Registration Number CC44282 - New Zealand All donations gratefully received. Skin MD, Scientist, Storyteller, Social Entrepreneur	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2512
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__label__wiki	0.573534	0.573534	Scripting is disabled or not working. dustygroove.com requires JavaScript to function correctly. Style sheets are disabled or not working. dustygroove.com requires style sheets to function correctly. 100s of new titles added daily! New Arrivals Just Released Coming Soon Chicago Store About Us Blog Gift Certificates Comments Help & Information Newsletters Sell Your Records & CDsMusic Funky 45's Funky Compilations New Grooves Deep Funk Global Grooves Now Sound Out Sound Dusty Groove Label Turntables & Supplies Bulk Vinyl Records Used LPs Used 12-inch Used 7-inch New CDs under $9 Used CDs under $6 LPs under $6 Chicago's Best Record Stores Sell Used Records & CDs Comments \| Links Reggae CD Lee Scratch Perry & The Upsetters About Product Images This image is a general representation of the item and the actual product may differ slightly in terms of color shading, logo placement, borders, or other small details. Used items may have various cosmetic differences as well. Lee Scratch Perry & The Upsetters Upsetter/Scratch The Upsetter Again CD (Item 895049) Trojan/Doctor Bird (UK), 1969/1970 — Condition: New Copy $12.99 ... Adding To Your Existing Order Customers who are signed in and have open orders may add items to their order for combine shipping and faster checkout. This reserves the item sooner, securing your place in line — which is great when ordering hard-to-find items! to add this item to your open order. Add this item to your cart then checkout as usual. Trojan (label) Doctor Bird Doctor Bird (label) Reggae (CD, LP) Lee Scratch Perry & The Upsetters — Upsetter/Scratch The Upsetter Again ... CD 9.99 A pair of classic Lee Scratch Perry albums – back to back on a single CD! First up is the legendary Upsetter record – revolutionary at the time, still great today – and done with a spare sound that displays the roots of his unique approach! These early tracks don't have the murky smoked-out grooves of his later years, but they're filled with solid songwriting and really inventive production – the sort that laid the groundwork for the legend of the Black Ark years – and which make thing tight, focused, and not the sort of reverb-heavy mess that you might get with some of Perry's lesser imitators. Tracks are mostly easy skanking Upsetters numbers – with titles that include "Tidal Wave", "Heat Proof", "Night Doctor", "Man From MI5", "Dread Luck", and "Thunderball" by The Upsetters – plus "To Love Somebody" by Buster Brown, and "Kiddy O" by The Muskyteers (aka The Silvertones). The set also features the follow-up – Scratch The Upsetter Again – a similar vintage, with the titles "She Is Gone Again", "Mule Train", "Outer Space", "One Punch", "The Denis", "Bad Tooth", and "Soul Walk". © 1996-2020, Dusty Groove, Inc. We realize that there are many different interpretations of the standard grades used for pre-owned vinyl record albums & CD, so we thought we'd offer you the ones that we are working with, so you have an idea what we mean when we give the grade for a non-new item on our pages. Used Vinyl Grades Below are stated conditions for a used vinyl records at Dusty Groove. Grading for the cover should be assumed to be near (within a "+" or "-") the grading for the vinyl. If there is significant divergence from the condition of the vinyl, or specific flaws, these will be noted in the comments section of the item. However, please be aware that since the emphasis of this site is towards the music listener, our main concern is with the vinyl of any used item we sell. Additionally, all of our records are graded visually; considering the volume of used vinyl we handle, it is impossible for us to listen to each record. If we spot any significant flaws, we make every attempt to listen through them and note how they play. The following grading conditions apply to the vinyl component of an album or single: This is what it says, that the record is still held fast in shrink-wrap. We tend to be pretty suspicious about these things, so if the shrink-wrap doesn't look original, or if the record seems to have undergone some damage over time, we'll probably take it out of the wrapper to ensure that it's in good shape — which is why we don't have more of these. In some cases the shrink-wrap may be torn in spots, but if it's not possible the record has been taken out and played, the record will still qualify as "Sealed". Dusty Groove does not use the grades of Near Mint (or Mint, for that matter) because in our experience, we find that no records ever qualify for such a high grade. Even sealed records tend to have one or two slight faults, enough to usually qualify them for a grade of NM- or lower. We've often found that records which are clearly unplayed will have a slight amount of surface noise, especially in quieter recordings. Near Mint - (minus) Black vinyl that may show a slight amount of dust or dirt. Should still be very shiny under a light, even with slight amount of dust on surface. One or two small marks that would make an otherwise near perfect record slightly less so. These marks cannot be too deep, and should only be surface marks that won't affect play, but might detract from the looks. May have some flaws and discoloration in the vinyl, but only those that would be intrinsic to the pressing. These should disappear when the record is tilted under the light, and will only show up when looking straight at the record. (Buddah and ABC pressings from the 70's are a good example of this.) May have some slight marks from aging of the paper sleeve on the vinyl. Possible minor surface noise when played. Very Good + (plus) Vinyl should be very clean, but can have less luster than near mint. Should still shine under a light, but one or two marks may show up when tilted. Can have a few small marks that may show up easily, but which do not affect play at all. Most marks of this quality will disappear when the record is tilted, and will not be felt with the back of a fingernail. This is the kind of record that will play "near mint", but which will have some signs of use (although not major ones). May have slight surface noise when played. Vinyl can have some dirt, but nothing major. May not shine under light, but should still be pretty clean, and not too dirty. May have a number of marks (5 to 10 at most), and obvious signs of play, but never a big cluster of them, or any major mark that would be very deep. Most marks should still not click under a fingernail. May not look near perfect, but should play fairly well, with slight surface noise, and the occasional click in part of a song, but never throughout a whole song or more. This is clearly a copy that was played by someone a number of times, but which could also be a good "play copy" for someone new. Very Good - (minus) Vinyl may be dirty, and can lack a fair amount of luster. Vinyl can have a number of marks, either in clusters or smaller amounts, but deeper. This is the kind of record that you'd buy to play, but not because it looked that great. Still, the flaws should be mostly cosmetic, with nothing too deep that would ruin the overall record. Examples include a record that has been kept for a while in a cover without the paper sleeve, or heavily played by a previous owner and has some marks across the surface. The record should play okay, though probably with surface noise. Good + (plus) Vinyl may be dirty, or have one outstanding flaw, such as a light residue, which could be difficult to clean. May have marks on all parts, too many to qualify as Very Good-, or several deeper marks, but the record should still be ok for play without skips. In general, this is a record that was played a fair amount, and handled without care. A typical example may be a record which has been heavily played by a DJ, and carries marks from slip cueing. Depending on the quality of the vinyl, may play with surface noise throughout. A record that you'd buy to play, cheap, but which you wouldn't buy for collecting. Will have marks across all parts of the playing surface, and will most likely play with surface noise throughout. May have some other significant flaws, such as residue, or a track that skips. In most cases, a poor quality copy of a very difficult to find record. This is a grade we rarely use, as we try not to sell records in very bad condition, though in some rare cases we will list a record in such bad shape that it does not conform to the standards above. A "Fair" record will have enough marks or significant flaws that it does not even qualify as "Good", but is a copy you might consider for playing, if you're willing to put up with noise and/or flaws. An example might be a recording with surface noise so heavy that it is equal to the volume of the music. For records listed as "Fair", we will describe the extent of the condition in the comments. Like "Fair", we rarely list records in this condition, as they represent the extreme low end of spectrum. These records typically have multiple serious problems, and we offer them as "relics" or "objects" only — for those who want to at least have a copy of a record, even if it is not really worthy of play, perhaps for the cover alone. For these records, we will describe the extent of the condition in the comments. Additional Marks & Notes If something is noteworthy, we try to note it in the comments — especially if it is an oddity that is the only wrong thing about the record. This might include, but isn't limited to, warped records, tracks that skip, cover damage or wear as noted above, or strictly cosmetic flaws. Used CD Grade We have only one grade for non-new CDs at Dusty Groove — "Used CD". This grade is somewhat all-encompassing, but we choose it because we try to offer Used CDs in the best shape possible. When you purchase a Used CD you can expect the disc to be free of all but the lightest of surface marks, the case to be clean (we often change the cases ourselves), and the booklet to be in good shape. Used CDs may show some signs of use but if there are significant details or defects we will list them underneath the item — just like we do with LPs — so look there for notes on cutout marks, stickers, promo stamps or other details. All of our Used CDs are guaranteed to play without skipping or flaws. If you purchase a Used CD from Dusty Groove, you have 1 week to play it to determine that it plays correctly — and if it does not, then you may return it for a full refund. Clint Eastwood/Many Moods Of The Upsetters (with bonus tracks) Trojan/Doctor Bird (UK), 1969/1970. New Copy 2CD CD...$15.99 Two early classics from Lee Perry & The Upsetters – back to back in a single set, with an insane number of bonus tracks too! Clint Eastwood is a record that furthers the idea of the outlaw in reggae – as Lee Perry takes the Upsetters past the safer territory of ska and rocksteady, ... CD Scratch & Company Chapter 1 (LP sleeve edition) Clocktower/Get On Down, Mid 70s. New Copy CD...$8.99 14.98 Pivotal Black Ark material from Lee Perry – with brilliantly tripped out echoey dub production – and scorching instrumentation laid down by the mighty Upsetters! Split roughly in half between Perry's nicely gritty instrumental moodcraft and hazy vocals, this collection features some ... CD Barrington Levy/Scientist & Prince Jammy/Viceroys/Tristan Palma Linval Thompson Trojan Dancehall Albums Collection (Poor Man Style/Scientist & Jammy Strike Back/We Must Unite/Settle Down Girl) Trojan/Doctor Bird (UK), Early 80s. New Copy 2CD Four Trojan Records albums, all produced by Linval Thompson – and featuring some bonus tracks too! First up is Poor Man Style – a gem of a record from Barrington Levy – done in that laidback, easy-stepping style that always worked perfectly for the singer's vocals! Linval ... CD Sonya Spence & Others In The Dark/Sings Love High Note/Doctor Bird (UK), Mid 70s. New Copy 2CD Two full albums from the lovely Sonya Spence – plus a bonus CD of female reggae tunes by some of her contemporaries! First up is In The Dark – a sublime reggae soul classic from Sonya Spence – a singer with a voice that's maybe a bit lighter than some of her Kingston ... CD Linval Thompson/Big Joe/Trinity Trojan Roots Collection (I Love Marijuana/African Princess/Rock In The Ghetto/bonus tracks) Trojan/Doctor Bird (UK), Late 70s. New Copy 2CD A trio of classic albums produced by Linval Thompson – with lots of bonus tracks too! First up is Linval's I Love Marijuana record – an album with a striking title – and a set that really marked the full promise of Linval Thompson in the 70s – a dubby classic that's every ... CD Errol Brown & The Revolutionaries Culture Dub/Medley Dub (with bonus tracks) Doctor Bird (UK), Late 70s. New Copy 2CD Two classic albums of dub from Erroll Brown – both maybe a bit more obscure than his classics of the time, but which also show the real depths of his talents! Culture Dub is a batch of instrumental dubs of songs from Culture – who were then riding high after their Two Sevens Clash ... CD Greater Jamaica Moonwalk Reggae/Reggay At Its Best (with bonus tracks) A pair of wonderful lost albums – presented here with a huge amount of bonus tracks too! First up is Greater Jamaica Moonwalk Reggae – a set that showcases the newly tight groove of the Kingston scene, courtesy of producer Duke Reid – with an especially strong emphasis on ... CD Desmond Dekker & The Aces Action/Intensified (with bonus tracks) Beverley's/Doctor Bird (UK), Late 60s. New Copy 2 CDs A pair of early albums from Desmond Dekker & The Aces – both done right before the Jamaican group exploded with global fame – and were completely at the top of their powers! Actually, Dekker never seemed to falter at all – and right from the start, he's tremendous – ... CD Dave & Ansell Collins Double Barrel (with bonus tracks) Trojan/Doctor Bird (UK), Early 70s. New Copy Fantastic work from the team of Dave Baker and Ansel Collins – one a soulful singer from the Jamaican rocksteady scene, the other a hip keyboardist whose organ lines really make the album shimmer! The pair scored a huge international hit with this album – and the whole thing was a key ... CD Gay Jamaica Independence Time (with bonus tracks) Treasure Isle/Doctor Bird (UK), Late 60s. New Copy 2CD A record that's brimming over with pride for the new musical grooves coming out of Kingston – and a rare compilation on the legendary Treasure Isle record from producer Duke Reid! The tunes here are great and gritty – almost as if Reid was finding a way to capture the energy of a sound ... CD Independence Jump Up Calypso (with bonus tracks) Doctor Bird (UK), 1966. New Copy 2CD One of the most unusual albums on the legendary Treasure Isle label – issued here with 46 bonus tracks too! Independence Jump Up Calypso is one of the most unusual records Duke Reid ever released – a set of mento, not rocksteady or ska – not entirely calypso, but with a similar ... CD Love Is All I Bring – Reggae Hits & Rarities By The Queens Of Trojan Trojan (UK), Late 60s/Early 70s. New Copy 2CD CD...$18.99 19.99 The fantastic female side of Trojan Records – the legendary reggae label that formed a key bridge between Kingston and London back in the day – and helped introduce generations to the changing styles of Jamaican music in the 60s and 70s! Trojan's maybe best known for some of its big ... 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__label__wiki	0.618822	0.618822	All Events & Webinars ER Awards Data Centre Review Download our Media Pack Free Subscription - UK Only Electrical Review Zumtobel Lighting UK’s Graeme Shaw discusses emergency lighting regulations and what the minimum requirements are. Emergency lighting is a legal obligation that should never be compromised. The importance of emergency lighting in the event of a power failure cannot be understated and it can quite literally mean the difference between life and death. Without light, even a familiar environment immediately becomes more dangerous and more frightening, so it is essential not only that the emergency lighting comes on when needed but also stays on for the required duration. UK fire safety legislation states that people in a building must be able to find their way to a place of total safety if there is a fire by using escape routes that have enough lighting. Emergency routes and exits requiring illumination must be provided with emergency lighting of adequate intensity in the case of failure of their normal lighting. Owners or occupiers of all premises in which people are employed must, by law, carry out fire precautions risk assessments. If you employ five or more persons, whether or not they are at work at any one time, or at separate workplaces, there is a legal requirement to make a record of significant findings of the risk assessment and measures proposed to deal with them. A formal record must be kept of all significant findings together with details of measures taken to deal with the risks identified. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 places the onus on a designated ‘responsible person’ within an organisation to carry out assessments to identify, manage and reduce risk, and put appropriate measures in place. However, there is still a lack of awareness of the risks around not dealing with emergency lighting correctly. Types of emergency lighting Emergency escape lighting – this provides illumination for those trying to leave the location. It is an important part of the fire and safety provision of a building and requirement of ‘Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005’. Escape route lighting – this ensures all means of escape can be identified and safely used by occupants of the building. Open area lighting – this allows sufficient illumination to guide occupants to reach part of the building where an escape route can be found. Legislation should be adhered to in order to identify a building’s specific emergency lighting requirements. The Workplace Directive 89/654 states that signs, in accordance with national regulation, must indicate specific routes and exits. Additionally, The Construction Products Directive 89/106/EEC says that the purpose of an emergency lighting installation is to ensure that lighting is provided promptly, automatically and for a suitable time in a specific area when normal power supply to the lighting fails. This is all encapsulated in BS 5266-1, Code of Practice for the emergency lighting of premises. BS 5266-1 provides information on the correct lighting provision for the safety of people and provides facilities managers with information regarding minimum levels of illumination, duration of operation and the maximum brightness levels needed to prevent glare. When persons have designed, installed, commissioned and maintained systems in-line with the standard, they can be confident they have a properly designed scheme. Innovating safety There have been significant advancements in the technology deployed in emergency lighting systems in recent years, with the result that they now offer a level of intelligence that combines high levels of reliability and ease of use. Furthermore, light emitting diode (LED) luminaires offer significant additional benefits in terms of size, lifetime and energy efficiency. LED luminaires offer some impressive features and 3W fittings are available that run at 700mA and come in standard format three-hour duration. Smaller emergency luminaires also have less visual impact on the space and make it easier for the lighting designer to address sensitive aesthetic requirements. The ideal situation is that the emergency lighting is only noticed when it is required – namely, when in emergency operation. And this applies to both conversions and stand-alone emergency luminaires. Staying compliant In order to comply with BS 5266-1, all emergency lighting systems must undergo a short duration test on a monthly basis and an additional annual test for the full rated duration of the emergency lights. A full record sheet needs to be maintained for each emergency luminaire and entered into a logbook, which must be available for inspection by the authorities at any time. Failure to provide full test records can result in legal action and closure of a building, and if the system is defective, the insurance policy for a building may be invalid. Modern systems utilise the digital addressable lighting interface (DALI) protocol, as set out set out in IEC 62386, so that full remote operation and self-test is possible. DALI assigns an address to each luminaire, allowing management of each individual device, and this can be as simple as a single luminaire containing a driver and a sensor. Scheduling of monthly self-tests and annual duration tests can be set up via the internet, with all test results automatically logged. Given the high safety importance of system testing, it makes sense to automate this function. Software can be used to monitor all the luminaires linked to the system and can schedule and run a test, with the additional ability to schedule tests in designated areas. There is also the ability to carry out either functional or durational tests, which are time definable. A high-quality emergency lighting system will give occupants a way of evacuating a building safely in the event of a fire. The regulations, standards and guidance when it comes to specification, installation testing and maintenance are comprehensive, and designed to ensure that each building’s particular needs are thoroughly examined and understood. It is therefore imperative that facilities managers understand their legal obligations in this area and act accordingly. 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__label__cc	0.582491	0.417509	Impacts of Selected Seed Pretreatments on Emergence and Early Growth of Ceiba Pentandra (L.) Gaertn Article Author: Ojo, M.O The research work on seed pretreatment methods was carried-out to examine the effects on the emergence and early growth of Ceiba pentandra (Linn) Gaertn. The research was carried out at Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN) nursery Jericho, Ibadan. Major pretreatments employed on the seeds of Ceiba pentandra were soaking in water at room temperature, soaking in water at boiling point, soaking in H2SO4, and soaking in organic manure (rabbit dung) with untreated seeds as control. Each of the treatments has three levels of administration except control with a single level. The research was laid in a completely randomized design with 20 seeds per treatment and each level of treatment was replicated five times. Growth parameters assessed were germination count, seedling height, seedling girth and number of leaves with germination percentage derived from germination count. Data collected was analyzed using SPSS package. From the table presentation of germination parameters and percentage derivative, Treatment 1 (soaking in water at room temperature for 12 hours) has the highest germination percentage of 100% followed by Treatment 7 (soaking in H2SO4 for 10 minutes) 70% and Treatment 13 (control) 70%. ANOVA stated that there was significant difference among the seedling height, seedling girth and number of leaves at 5% level of probability. In overall assessment, Treatment 10 (soaking in rabbit manure for 12h) has the highest mean value of height, 15.67 followed by Treatment 8 (Soaking in H2SO4 for 20 minute) with mean value of 15.45 In the area of number of leaves, Treatment 10 has the highest mean value of 18.67 followed by Treatment 2 with 18.02 while Treatment 7 (soaking in acid for 10 minutes) has the highest mean value of 2.77 in stem diameter followed by Treatment 10 with 2.68 mean value. It was concluded based on the result obtained from the research work that Treatment 10 (Soaking in Rabbit Manure for 12 hours) was highly and positively significant in treating seeds of C. pentandra majorly in the areas of seedling height and number of leaves that form the essential parameters of plant growth and development. It is therefore recommended that further research should be carried on other fresh organic manures with various plant species. Keywords: Impact, Organic Manure, Pretreatment, kapok, room temperature Pages: 7-17 (Download PDF)	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2526
__label__wiki	0.514608	0.514608	Pages : 1 2 [3] 4 5 6 7 Al vs. The Raccoons is the most glorious news story of 2013. poinoup This is one reality show I'd actually watch... Also, lulz at the "Permawar" video. The only upside of the song is the harmonica. :) Slight reminder of "Filth Pig" I wish i could facepalm the video itself. Or better yet, Al himself. Good lord, does that song have the be 5 minutes??? Anyway, the video is hilarious. Al is like an embarrassing relative....not in the fun way either. Stateira More of the thrilling saga of "Al vs. Wild": Tomorrow I'll probably have to get 18 rabies shots in my stomach but I don't fucking care as long as that Disney bomb goes off . . . Tic toc tic toc just hope I loaded the bottle right never done this b4 but this shit ends tonight even if its Mano a Mano . . . Hey C.T comin to see ya Sunday check for rabies! . . . So the coons are gone ,don't know if they're nocturnally hunting or just pissed off about the cayenne attack. Meanwhile I'm holding this plastic bottle of dry ice having second thoughts. Bottle seems to be bloated should I open the top a wee bit to release pressure or should I just throw it in the canal behind our house, no neighbors or casualties except for a few chemically filled carp what to do? Need answer fast this bottle looks pissed . . . Ok just released a little bit of pressure at a time seems to be working when it stops hissing I'll throw it in the rubbish bin, recyclable of course voidnz Marvel at this awesome video! http://youtu.be/rwvoHP7bUAw At least the video suits the song. Being that it's as terrible as the song. You guys were not kidding on how bad this sounds. I never thought I would say it. But I am once again entertained by Al Jourgenson, Ever since I found his facebook page. Comedy Gold right here. Can anyone link me? For some reason I can't seem to find it. search for Alien Jourgenson Thanks! I kept looking for "Al" instead of "Alien"... The whole Raccoon battle thing on his Facebook is fucking hilarious. I wasn't expecting much from Permawar, but there was a tiny inkling of hope inside that kinda thought maybe it'll be good. Oh dear. Looks like the rest of the labum will suck equally, or not more, than this song. What a shame. He's the industrial Ozzy Osbourne. Living in his little world (where the racoons are out to get him). Yea at least Ozzy got back together with Sabbath and they made a sludgy record like the good ol stuff. I dont see Al and Barker reuniting. Good point! And yeah no way, especially after Al completely destroyed PB in his book. Jeez, harsh is an understatement. They will never reunite. If Ministry were as much of a payday as a Sabbath reunion, they would jump on board in a heartbeart. But, it isn't. Al has burned many bridges over the years. No one's coming back. Especially the one's mentioned in the book. Or maybe a potent mixture of Ozzy Osbourne and Axl Rose? Either way, any kind of reunion probably became impossible the day Al drank some really bad kool-aid or something and came to the conclusion that Paul was some kind of Suge Knight-esque evil mastermind who was out to kill him-- and made it clear that anyone who wouldn't support that story was persona non grata. Ok 4 a.m. Now no sign of the vice coons goin to bed. Final score A.F.J. 1 vice coons 0. Skunk season starts now am filling in hole with concrete Monday. FUCK YOU VERMIN! Again thanx for all the tips . Went to dr.C.T. Today says I did a good job on cleaning claw wounds. Have no sign of rabies! Again washed wound with isopropyl and iodine 4 times a day, once again at yer suggestions can't thank u guys enuff Uh, Al? The incubation period of rabies is usually about a month, not two days. :confused: Evidently its News Worthy! (http://www.slicingupeyeballs.com/2013/08/19/al-jourgensen-wages-war-on-raccoons/) You thought Permawar was bad? Wait til you here the first track of the new album Hail to His Majesty. http://metalsanaz.com/sin-and-sanaz-show/ It's played first on this recording and then there's Al talking a bunch of dumb shit. edit: Make that punch in the face too, although this is the best so far Hail To His Majesty is MUCH better than Permawar. I think my main problem with Permawar is the vocals. Musically, it's nothing special, but it's nothing bad either. His vocals just sound lazy (as usual). On Majesty, he actually shows a little more effort. This album could be interesting. And if it is indeed the ministry album, maybe he can end it on a positive note. I don't believe it's the final album though. If this album catches any sort of momentum, Al's going to capitalize on it. Slightly better than Permawar but still meh in my opinion. The lyrics though.....they're fucking terrible. Like Ministry is usually bad, but this is another level. Alien Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/alienjourgensenofficial?ref=stream&hc_location=stream) It may be the 50th anniv of the I have a dream speech but it is also the 20th anniv of the last time I had to jerk off left handed. Went to the doctor yesterday to get some scar tissue dislodged from my right shoulder, my right arm is virtually useless for the next few weeks, but this morning woke up really horny so I cheated on my right hand and jerked it with my left. I put a pillow over my right so it couldn't see all the debauchery going on with my left.it actually felt really cool, looks like I will be having this affair for a while. Hope my right doesn't catch me it could wind up being a messy divorce Lovely, really. I already unliked his page. He was funny for a few. Now he's just annoying. Out of curiorsity I decided to listen to the new Ministry live album on Spotify and just like the last live album Al "fixes" his vocals. Hah! He needed to. His vocals were awful. He couldn't even keep up with the band. It's funny that they're selling that concert when it was televised and STILL all over youtube. aggroculture I haven't been able to get through a single update. WTF Al? weaksauce man. I remember it specifically saying in the sphinctour booklet that there was no overdubs. This is sad news indeed. Sphinctour wasn't the last live album. Adios Puta Madres was. Yeah, i know. I was just "harken-ing back to the good 'ole days", u kno? Back when Al could still bring the goods. Like ICUDFLSU, ala Burning Inside Back when Al gave a shit and didn't release half assed albums for a quick buck? Yeah, me too... Another great musician claimed by the throes of sobriety. And yes-men. Full album leaked a few minutes ago.. do I bother? I'd say yes... 1) because I'm at work and curious to hear about it. And 2) what's there to lose? It seems like it could have some decent moments. And from the three songs that ive heard, it's easily better than Relapse (if that even counts for much). Ministry is one of those bands that I'll check out either way, shit or not. Masochistic curiosity, I call it. What was the third track you heard? I only heard Permawar and Hail to his Majesty. I don't know if I can pull myself away from playing HM on repeat to listen to the new Ministry right now though. I can't say I blame you. Not ready to put HM down either. Third one is Punch to the Face. I'm not downloading it.. too scared it will soil my new found love of music thanks to trent's latest offering. I'll wait till i get drunk first.. I'm positive that From Beer to Eternity is the next album I'll be getting with, or right after Hesitation Marks. I know I'm in the minority here, but I don't mind newer Ministry that much. I've always found something to like in just about all of his post-Paul Barker albums. :p With that said, I wouldn't be surprised at all if the entire album just sounded liked a combination of The Last Sucker and Relapse. From what i've heard, it sounds like a mix of The Last Sucker, Relapse, and some "older ideas". Some riffs remind me of Filth Pig for example. It's still a metal album though. I'll give it a spin after I find a torrent. I gave that shitstain known as Relapse a fair chance and I can give a go with this one. If I could draw, I'd totally make a Al cartoon with raccoons. Happy tree friends meets Jourgensen Hail to his Majesty (Peasants) is actually pretty good and harkens back to older Ministry. I use that description loosely but you'll see when you hear it. The album might actually not be so bad... They definitely tried to make it sound "old school". Enjoy The Quiet is along the lines of Grace (Psalm 69) with straight noise. One track, can't rememher which, even sounds kinda barker-ish. TV4 is interesting as well. This doesn't feel right. Maybe I'll go lay down now... I still think I'd also like to see Ministry in the next tour. I also almost forgot to post this in case it wasn't posted here before. From the looks of it, Al Jourgensen said that he prefers to usually not go further than at least two to three albums back when touring, so it looks like he has been doing that long before Houses of the Mole was even a thought. I still wish he'd do the opposite of that too, and I'm apparently not alone as I've seen on this thread. I know I shouldn't hold my breath for older tracks, but I'd still love them if they were to be played. I also saw Ministry live at the Best Buy Theater in NYC last year. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4TuQ8MQNRs Skip to the 2:00 mark to hear it. He said they keep throwing the old stuff out in order to upgrade the gigs. (But of course, even I'd beg to differ, even though I like newer Ministry.) And well, I also had no idea as a newer fan. I thought he only did that since 2004. And sorry if this was posted before, but I kind of doubt that it was. Oh yes, and I also got Fix: The Ministry Movie last year too. It was very well worth it. It really did a great job at being "Sphinctour: Behind The Scenes". :p He seemed grounded, smart and very into his work in that video. What happened? I know, drugs. Even besides that, he's an utter clown now. Not to mention the dumbass, gratuitous piercings. The oldest song he has ever done in the past 3 tours I believe is Stigmata on the Rio Grande Blood tour. And thats too bad, he has a vast, diverse catalog too. I wish he would embrace his older material live, and im not talking about WS era shit either. Tracks like Missing/Diety, Golden Dawn, Breathe, Over the Shoulder, The Fall, Broken, and i could go on and on and on. It would be great to see him take a Reznor-ish approach to the live sets, ie: 1/3 new stuff, 1/3 of the stuff you know people came to hear, and 1/3 deep cuts. That way everybody is happy. But nooooooo, its just more thrash metal and more thrash metal. I still remember the CULaTour fiasco in 08. They promoted the hell out of it with "a set reflecting on the bands 30 year rich, provocative history". Instead, what we got was overpriced tickets and a set of bush, 3-4 old ones, and 3-4 covers... I got my money back when I found that out. I must say, I think Last Sucker was a fitting close, and I haven't enjoyed the two albums since. I literally couldn't make it all the way through PermaWar. All Hail was at least tolerable, but ultimately boring to me. He ruined it by having two more "final" albums though. I prefer The Last Sucker over Rio Grande Blood and the ones that come after. I stand behind this statement 100%, HOTM was his last great album. I still enjoy his last three albums (I still refer to the GWB trilogy as the last albums). I think HotM and RGB were good, but Last Sucker could have benefited from having everything after Death and Destruction removed. A seven song EP would have been fine, because, in my opinion, the album loses steam and begins to become a bit of a confused mess after that. Sadly, it's continued to be a confused mess after that. If you're gonna quit then quit. If you wanna come back after you quit at least make an honest, worthwhile attempt. Don't come back just because you have some leftover crap you can turn into a couple of CDs. Okay, I'm listening now and it's nowhere I can't stop laughing at Al's cookie monster voice. I know it's nothing new but I just find it funny he keeps resorting to that. EDIT: Hahahaha, the lyrics to "Fairly Unbalanced" get off to a great start. I agree. I love hotm, and I think TLS is better than rgb. Relapse was god awful and I still haven't listened to the new one yet. Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2 I completely agree with you there. I'd also love to hear a lot more tracks from Filth Pig and Dark Side of the Spoon too. I wish they weren't ignored the way they are now. And if not With Sympathy tracks, it would be awesome to hear updated Twitch tracks beefed up too. (As you've said in a way. And from the looks of it, perhaps Al seems to be more proud of his Bush Trilogy over the likes of Filth Pig and Dark Side of the Spoon.) And just out of curiosity, is Houses of the Mole the most favored and listenable album out of the entire Bush Trilogy to most people here? That seems to be the case. Oh yes, I also can't deny that it's as if Al doesn't give a shit about his work these days. He even mocks it himself and called his recent albums crap in a suggestive and sarcastic manner. He really used to appear to be far more into it when he was younger. (Perhaps due to not being able to get away with as much. I'm just guessing again.) -I'm sorry, I can't find the interview right now, but Al really called his recent work shit.- Back then he was into the stuff he did and making music in general. Nowadays, he makes it real clear how much he hates touring and recording, hence why he outsources the music to the band he works with. I think he genuinely wants to retire, but can't. He doesn't want to do Ministry, but yet that's his meal ticket. Every album will be his last at this point. I expect him to be even more hands off as he continues. And that's where it goes downhill. But, if you release an album, you probably shouldn't tell your remaining fanbase to "fuck off". especially, when people know this isn't going to be the last ministry album. Okay with all this talk of Ministry tours and whatever I took the time and found my bootleg from the Animositisomina tour in 2003. The audio is pretty actually good. Here is the link to the info, http://www.prongs.org/ministry/3-21-03-SanFrancisco Now someone just point me to the best free audio cd ripping program! I'm not shitting you guys. That tour was definitely their best from the things i've heard. Connelly joining them onstage for So What. They even played We Believe a couple of times. As for audio recording, no idea... But I'm sure someone here knows. What format is the bootleg in (CD, DVD, VHS, cassette, etc.) and what's your operating system? It's from a CD and my OS is Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit. FLAC quality if possible. Try one of the programs listed here: http://mp3.about.com/od/essentialsoftware/tp/best_CD_rippers.htm http://s.pixogs.com/image/R-3958765-1350545277-8719.jpeg http://www.discogs.com/Ministry-Demos-For-Twitch-Practice-1986/release/3958765 She's Got A Cause (1983 Demo) Revenge (1983 Demo) Work For Love (1983 Demo) I Wanted To Tell Her (1983 Demo) Are the demos below from the above mentioned bootleg? http://youtu.be/T6FHQdMmwT0 http://youtu.be/M5wrAHCgdNk SOMEONE HAS to have this this tape still, im assuming its for the 1986 tour, correct? As for the 87 tour, the live version of All Day that was played on this tour is kick ass. Its too bad that the only version of Over The Shoulder from the 87 tour, that is out there, is of wretched quality... http://youtu.be/GP6YP6ak1Yc Al is crazy in this video!!! Now it would be something if Al were to include America in a setlist with an updated heavier sound. I even thought about posting it on Ministry's 4th of July post on Facebook, but I wasn't sure about doing that, because I thought that there was a chance that Al would've gotten pissed at it, so I didn't. :p http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cz6wwgIY1Lo Filth Pig was the anti-psalm 69. The response to 69 was insane, so instead of capitalizing on it, he pretty much told them to fuck off and did the complete opposite kf what people wanted. Personally, I like Filth Pig a lot more. And Twitch is so underrated. Psalm 69 has grown on me a lot over the years. Recently too. With headphones, there's really a lot going on in these songs. It's definitely a good album. Just not as good as people make it out to be. I do find it the least interesting of the classic era Ministry, which is strange given that its routinely hailed as the best. Scarecrow & Hotrod are great though Jesus Built My Hotrod? I stated this a long, long time back but I fucking hate that song. I don't like anything about it. I mean, yeah I can listen to it and I do but I'm not a huge fan of it. I don't know why when people talk of Ministry it's hailed as some ultimate trump card for the best of the best. I find my favorite albums also Filth Pig and The Mind Is A Terrible Thing To Waste. I do however, for some reason, really really enjoy and like the early 80's new wave synth pop Ministry. With Sympathy, Early Trax and their inclusions on early Wax Trax! compilations always hit the spot. Some of my favorite songs and sounds are from that era of the band. I know it doesn't fit with their image and style of music now but I HATE and DETEST that Al dimisses the material altogether. Some of my other favorite songs from the albums I mentioned in the top of the paragraph are Crumbs (probably one of my favorite tracks by the band), Dream Song, Thieves, Burning Inside, So What and The Fall. Dead Guy is pretty freaking good too. I have tried numerous times, but I am not the biggest fan of Twitch. Again, like Jesus Built My Hotrod, I will listen to it but it doesn't do all too much for me. Same goes for The Dark Side of the Spoon. As for thrash Ministry, I find Rio Grande Blood the best. I love that album. Mole doesn't do much for me (though its seen as the best of that genre swap for them) and The Last Sucker was an all right send off. Relapse is an abomination and I have yet to form a solid opinion on From Beer To Eternity. All this talk yesterday made me download their entire discography including 12", singles, EPs and rarity albums since when my last desktop tanked it took my Ministry collection with it. All time favourite release by them is still the live VHS. Bizarre how the CD release omits the two best tracks. Wouldn't say hotrod is the best of the best but I do like it - can see totally valid reasons for dismissing it though, it is a bit gonzo Aside from Twitch, Filth Pig, and Dark Side of the Spoon also seem to be underrated to me. I sometimes noticed that there are lots of Ministry fans on the Facebook page that only seem to focus on The Land of Rape and Honey, The Mind is a Terrible Thing To Taste, Psalm 69, Houses of the Mole, Rio Grande Blood, The Last Sucker, Relapse, From Beer to Eternity, and "Whatever: Insert Last-Last-Last CD Ever... or not..." album the might come out in the future. Even Animositisomina looks like it's overshadowed by the Bush Trilogy. And I know this was like so many pages back, but for starters, perhaps everything from With Sympathy to Psalm 69 is the best way to go, and then maybe have Filth Pig included to all five albums if you happen to like all of them. Oh yes, and how was From Beer to Eternity? Was it really like listening to a combination of The Last Sucker and Relapse? and after everything that's happened and all the health issues and whatnot, the guy still (judging from his facebook posts) drinks a hell of a lot on a daily basis and routinely posts regarding how much has been drank/smoked. Such a fool and such a shame. Magtig I can't really disagree with any of this, but reading that biography and following Jourgensen on facebook at least humanized the guy for me. Now that I accept that he's basically older, bumbling and occasionally hilarious -like Ozzy- I'm a lot less bummed out. Not that I'm listening to anything post Filth Pig, mind you, but I'd watch the hell out of "The Jourgensen's" if they were to make a reality show. http://youtu.be/nEuNk4JMsUM?t=6s I can't help but ultimately agree, when you think about it like that it does take the somewhat sad edge off what he has become. The raccoon thing was hella funny though. Yes they are. Although higher quality versions have surfaced. ...and they're awesome. edit: if this is a similar/the same tape- 'same old madness' is missing. god, i love that song. SIR.LONDONCLEANLILY So last night/this morning I had a drunken conversation with "Uncle Al" on facebook chat. Take what you want from it as we were both drunk. It is from his official account: Conversation started today https://fbcdn-profile-a.akamaihd.net/hprofile-ak-prn2/s32x32/1117643_1249389003_827270186_q.jpg (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon) Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)Hey, hows it going? all right buttfunkle i see how it is https://fbcdn-profile-a.akamaihd.net/hprofile-ak-prn2/s32x32/1117305_100006463689066_1265223132_q.jpg (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969) Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)You probably see half the images I'm seeing right now drunken double vision rules Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)unkle al you shouldnt drink man, arent you killing yourself. Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)By the way MY BUTT is not Funkie it often smells like flowers Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)I caught one of your harmonicas at a show in Dallas at Deep Ellum live and I got tested after I used it. I will take your word for it. Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)Thanx gutten nacht I now puke! Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)Is this account even real? Send me a picture of you puking to prove it! What is up with these Lil Wayne and Reznor collaborations? Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)How do I do that I could give a fuck I just don't know how on my apple maxi pad Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)your dickeheadedness makes it likely this is legit. Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)Thanx you rule Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)so what about those collaborations? you should tour again with burton that was a great finale! Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)Trent possible , the little Wayne guy not so sure Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)Good Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)D'accord!!! Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)do you need any new bands on your label? Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)Nope not now have a new Dusters cd coming out as well as a ministry remix cd of both Relapse and FBTE in feb called double dose holler back first of the yr. see where we're at Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)You need any remixers? I would be glad to make your shit sound better! haha Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)Sorry not possible not cuz we are so good but it's already been mastered and in production however also comi g out on the label,,,,, Stems of all CDs since houses of mole...... Have fun with that! Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)Houses of the Mole? What about Animositisomina? Why not release all the albums? What About Us from AI is one of my favorite tracks. It really fit with that movie. Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)No stems sorry Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)Not even that track? You should make another 80s band. that early stuff I dont even consider the same band. Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)i have a faux 80s band. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoWKrQPUT7s I am more into other projects but for some reason this one gets the most attention. https://fbexternal-a.akamaihd.net/safe_image.php?d=AQCTDg9Q0wQqk3vY&url=http%3A%2F%2Fi1.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2FZoWKrQPUT7s%2 Fhqdefault.jpg%3Ffeature%3Dog&jq=100 (https://www.facebook.com/messages/al.jourgensen.969) Pish Posh - Desperately Desperate (lost 80s synth-pop) www.youtube.comPish (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoWKrQPUT7s) Posh formed in 1981 and immediately charted with their hit single "Desperately Desperate". The single started a near decade long career that launched th... Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)jealous much? Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)? Did I run you off? I like that Ascension of the Watchers album. Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)Uh no thanx and no not that song either too technologically stupid back in the day Yeah I am so jealous I think I'll off myself and you'll get blamed.........not!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)do you know what commas are? I would understand what you mean better with them in place. Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)Fuck, you, too, mr. , English major Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)haha So what did that mean? a lot of fans want you to make a synth pop album it would ,,be better t,han 3 george w bush albums for, sure...,,, Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)You seem to be the existentialist you figure it out! And quit drunk texting me about fucking synth pop albums Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)Oh Uncle Al, I really am a fan, I am just trying to toy with your notorious "trolling"/assholeary! so come on, i will send you some synth lines you destroy them and send them back Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)Fuck off leave me alone am way too shitfaced to deal with you now Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)I am from Dallas and Mike Scaccia and Rigor Mortis mean a lot to us! Warbeast is good but not the same i mean no disrespect. Good luck with the new album. Commas, learn what they are. Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)I prefer comas Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)so if I were so say one thing to a long time fan that was not sarcastic and trolling what would it be bitch? I bet you watch "breaking bad" Al Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/al.jourgensen.969)Neeeeevvvvveeerrrr seen it, but I'm sure it's some sort of troll slag. Fuck you very much tonight my dear sir, and don't send shit back,(notice the commas) Lance Dillon Lyon (https://www.facebook.com/LanceDillonLyon)okay Uncle Al! I wont reply! Promise! Good lord the formatting looks horrible. I just cut and paste it from facebook. Sorry it is so ugly. If anyone knows how to help make it look better let me know. Yeah, that's about right, and so would I. I've also seen it that way too. :p So what does everyone think of the new album? I got it yesterday at best buy for 10 bucks. Anyway, so far my opinion after 2 listens through is that it is better, far better than Relapse. I would even say every song has a part of what I like about ministry. Whether its the Harmonica in Permawar. Or Mikeys middle finger Song, which is the coolest song on the album to me. But it is only a sub-par release like expected. Each song does have something I like. But most of the songs as a whole are nothing great. The worst part is Al's cookie monster voice, it kills the parts of the song there in. Also the lyrics keep getting worse and worse. Also I was hoping that every song would have live drums, but only a few do. That is a bummer, but a few is better than none. So overall like I said way better than relapse but on par with the Bush trilogy. A couple of songs are really awesome though. Wait, you actually PAID for the new ministry album? Let me introduce you to my best friend (http://www.thepiratebay.sx) Sent from my LTE powered GS4! konkelo I have listened the whole thing from start to finish only once yet so it's hard to say what I think about it. Maybe I'll get into it more when I get the vinyl (yes, I payed for it as well). But yeah at least it sounds already better than Relapse was. Relapse also had some pretty good songs (99%, Double Tap) but there were some of Ministry's worst as well (Weekend Warrior, wtf?). Punch In The Face and PermaWar has been the most standout tracks to me so far from the new one. I really like the distorted vocals of Al in Punch In The Face, reminds me of the good old times. And what I'm most glad on this album is that there are more samples than before and they are actually SAMPLES not just speaks spoken by Al himself (like it was on Relapse). Did anyone think of TV4 that it sounds like a some sort of YouTube remix or something? We here in finland know "sinätuubapaska" -videos and there's certainly a bit of that vibe there :D Yeah he sent me an angry email the other day that was meant for someone else & we had chat about middle eastern news networks. The internet is SO STRANGE. I tried to get Pogo to add him but he refused (lol) Al will make comics? http://exclaim.ca/Interviews/WebExclusive/ministry-end_of_al_jourgensen The next wannabe sunday funny section political comic writer. No matter the case, I think I'd still be drawn to them. I'm always having this feeling that Al knows better though, but just chooses to go for cheap laughs in general, which is also kind of like Marilyn Manson in some ways. (Which I usually find funny, though I sometimes disagree with some of his jokes, like the ones regarding his works and opinions on fans/touring.) :p I'm pretty certain Al Jourgensen is trolling by this point. "Honestly guys, this is the last album, honest. Unless I can crank another one out in the next five minutes... wait." edit: He called it From Beer to Eternity, for fuck sake. It's not the final album. He can troll and say whatever. He can't stay out of the "limelight" for too long. I listened to Dark Side of the Spoon for the first time today. I had first listened to Bad Blood ages ago on the Matrix soundtrack, and it has become a top choice whenever I listen to random Ministry stuff, so I expected the album to be more of the same. However, the album takes a remarkably dark turn. I was surprised by the slower, jazzy parts, as well as the time signature changes, even more so than the sludgy, ugly sound of Filth Pig. Plus, the vocal filters applied to Al's non-snarled parts reminded me of early industrial/synth-pop. I've always wondered otherwise, and stopped wondering by the time Relapse came out. Did he use any kitchen sink jokes again? :p As far as post-Psalm 69 works go, I really loved Filth Pig and Dark Side of the Spoon, and always thought of it to be a shame that Al ignores those two albums. I wonder if he's actually ashamed of them too, and considers The Bush Trilogy to be his latest crowning achievements, because he seemed to sarcastically imply that he makes horrible albums when there's a liberal/democrat in office. Then again, in one of his interviews, he jokingly mocked Houses of the Mole and Rio Grande Blood, writing them off as turds. Al will always deem the new stuff as his best. Sex-O Olypic-O was "the best thing he's ever done". Now the new one is. I think he's always had that mindset though. Ministry never really made it a habit to play many songs that are 2-3 albums old (except for the 2003 tour, which was more greatest hits). But, if Ministry were to play another show in the next year or so, i'd imagine it'd mostly be material from the last three albums, and the 4 typical classics (nwo, just one fix, thieves, so what). He also doesn't like "the mind..." Wasn't that in an actual interview on a magazine? I didn't really read the entire interview though. The mere fact that he doesn't like The Mind is a Terrible Thing to Taste screws with me. I was also thinking about that too. Let's see, so that would mostly be songs from The Last Sucker, Relapse, and From Beer To Eternity, although I'm sure he'd still put in a couple of songs from Rio Grande Blood in the set-lists. I noticed that even the songs from Rio Grande Blood outnumbered the songs from Houses of the Mole. I've also wished that the typical classics could've included anything from Filth Pig and Dark Side of the Spoon, but that's obviously just wishful thinking... and probably asking for too much from Al. I also was surprised to see that Stigmata wasn't included sometimes. Or was even Stigmata taken off the set-lists? koz-ivan Al will always deem the new stuff as his best. Sex-O Olypic-O was "the best thing he's ever done". Now the new one is. I think he's always had that mindset though. . isn't that almost all bands? how many bands out there are gonna say, "this new record sucks donkey dick and we're never gonna top our 2nd album..." It was, there's a pdf of it on prongs (I think). It's from around the time "Houses..." came out. The trouble with "Mind..." is that the versions of the songs on the live release are so much better than the album ones, that I don't listen to the album ones at all - burning inside just sounds a bit toothless & Breathe just isn't complete without the drum into (and tbh, the visuals on the live video). Outside of that I love Chris Connelly's John Lydon vocal on Cannibal Song & I hate the one with rapping http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/al-jourgensen-creates-comic-book-series-becomes-super-hero/ Eh... A lot can happen and not happen between now and then. And he might even throw a soundtrack to it too! So... does that mean Paul Barker, Martin Atkins, and Chris Connelly will be "The Book Club of Doom" as his arch-nemesis group? :p I actually hope Jaz Coleman somehow makes it in there too. (And yes, it would also make a lot of sense to have Nivek Ogre, Gibby Haynes, and ZZ Top in there too.) And he did say series, so it could include lots of other characters assuming that it actually comes into fruition. That's a certified fucking fail waiting to happen. Bank on it. Someone should tell Al they've already done a comic with a superhero that gets bitten by a spider. Stop complaining, or he'll change his mind and record another farewell Ministry album instead Or that the Kiss comic (https://www.google.fr/search?q=kiss+comic&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=wI1MUpnRBaf80QWf24G4Bw&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1020&bih=937&dpr=1#es_sm=122&q=kiss+comic&tbm=isch&tbs=isz:m) didn't do too well... Honestly, were we still in 1992, I would expect some sort of Transmetropolitan (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transmetropolitan) shit, pure awesome craziness, genuine Alien. Now ? Nah. Like Manson, the time for the awesomely clever/crazy stuff is long gone, what once was genius has soured into total ego... I don't think I've seen this posted before, but this is why I end up thinking about Ministry whenever I drink soda now. :p http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGULNeTQPYY I fin ally heard the new record and I must say, was not impressed by the first few songs I heard but theres some fuckin good shit on there. A few weak points but overall the best thing he's done in a long time. I especially loved Thanx But No Thanx (most of it) and Change of Luck. Highly Psychological Judging from Al's facebook feed he is a serious ticking time bomb. Fact he is still kicking is a biological wonder. Its his personal life decision but its sort of depressing. that's a really good find. I've often wondered how Al would react on Facebook if you were to post the Shasta video, and the video of him performing America. Does anybody else think he'd get pissed off? He seems ok-ish with some of that stuff, I think. Just "hates" the With Sympathy album. Could be wrong though. staleincense You've just given me a simply fantastic idea.... He mentioned the Shasta commercial in his book. So Limp Bizkit cover Theives live but have recorded it and it's on their next album. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_GeQpsIvX4 Start out not as bad as I expected but the overall result is pretty awful. Be interesting to find out what Al thinks. tony.parente ::::nvm:::: I thought they'd do this a lot sooner, or thought it would never happen. I'm not sure how Al would've taken it though, but there were claims that he actually liked it. Too gimmicky to Limp Bizkit's schtick for me to enjoy it. And if he actually gets pissed off... perhaps you can post this. :p http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcLDmj5pxjY But I'm sure he's obviously okay with that one. I haven't got a reponse from him. This saddens me. Oh crap, I also wish he responded. :p However, if he mentioned the Shasta commercial in the comic, that probably means he wouldn't get bent out of shape over it. He mentioned it in his autobiography, not the comic strip. Sorry for not specifying that earlier. Does anyone listen to the Underneath It All NIN podcast? They just interviewed Richard Patrick and he elaborated more on Trent's idolization of Al J. It appears Trent has been a fan since With Sympathy, and both Trent and Richard caught the Revolting Cocks on their first tour. It was cool to hear that Trent is a fan of With Sympathy. Al hates it for personal and political reasons, but it's an excellent Synth Pop album, and definitely one my favorite Ministry albums. I still have yet to get The Lost Gospels According To Al Jourgensen. And not one to be deterred and upset by spoilers in general, did he complain about it in the book, or was he actually fine with it, or even thought that it was a fun experience? I've almost forgot that he even wrote a book. I'm sure Paul Barker, Chris Connelly, and perhaps even Martin Atkins thinks he's lying in it. And no problem. I'm actually looking forward to read both books anyway. (Assuming that the comic gets done and actually sees the light of day.) I thankfully feel the same way, since I can easily hear both With Sympathy and Twitch in Pretty Hate Machine. I also like how there are little similarities between the Down In It video and the Flashback video. And while Down In It also screams Skinny Puppy's Dig It, it also had to be heavily influenced by Over The Shoulder. I've almost forgot that even wrote a book. I'm sure Paul Barker, Chris Connelly, and perhaps even Martin Atkins thinks he's lying in it. And no problem. I'm actually looking forward to read both books anyway. (Assuming that the comic gets done and actually sees the light of day.) He didn't complain about it, but he shamefully did several other jingles/commercials to support his family (and his family's habits), since he was practically broke after With Sympathy. Pretty much every one who was previously in the Ministry camp has stated that Al's stories/events are true, but details are often exaggerated (to be dramatic or appear "larger than life") or somewhat mixed up. Hell, I can barely remember what happened 10 years ago, and I was sober the whole time. Like al being poor. Someone straight up said that neither he or the band struggled financially. He was signed to Arista for a multiple record contract. With Sympathy was a mild success, but with the production costs and the tour, he barely broke even. He had issues with the management and sued Arista to be released from his contract. He was literally broke after that. According to the book. He had people to fall back on. Plus, he also did plenty of stuff for wax trax after his stint with arista. That might be true. The commercials he did were in-between With Sympathy and the 12"s he recorded for Wax Trax. I also don't doubt that he and Patty were blowing away alot of money on drugs. I'm going by what a member of the band during that time has said. They weren't poor and had no problems getting by. They weren't rich either, obviously. It made me wonder if Al was still barely, or just scraping by when Twitch came out. From the looks of it, The Land of Rape of Honey and Beers, Steers + Queers being put out was when things started really picking up for him, and then of course, things just blew up by the time Psalm 69 and Linger Ficken' Good... and other Barnyard Oddities came out. do any of these books mention his relationship with aimee mann and her early involvement in ministry? i found out recently that she wrote 'voices carry' about their relationship. kind of blows my mind a little bit. Drugs didn't buy themselves. So he must not have beem that poor, ya know? And I had no idea about Aimee Mann. Yes Al and Aimee had a moment. This is true during the 1981-1983 period. Jourgensen was the only member of Ministry from late 1983 up to the Land of Rape and Honey. Stephen George did some guest drumming on a couple of tracks, but was no longer a member of the band. Perhaps it's Al's "hatred" for With Sympathy that sometimes makes me obsessed with that era. I just came across this randomly, and it's also a lot clearer than I expected it to be. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ij1GeZGxhds @staleincense (http://www.echoingthesound.org/community/member.php?u=2306) - I don't have the balls to post this on his Facebook account, but I have a feeling that you would. He really does seem to be VERY into it. :p Ok, here's hoping he'll reply to this... Yeah, he looks beyond into it there, I'd even say proud. Deep down Al knows this is better than all of his post-90s material. Let's be honest, any artist or actor that dismisses their root and initial works are only kidding themselves. If it weren't for those releases and works they wouldn't be where they are today. I'd piss off Mr. Jourgensen by saying I'd rather listen to Early Trax and With Sympathy on repeat, loudly before I listen to Relapse and the very semi-decent From Beer to Eternity. https://scontent-b-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/p320x320/1460169_174100682791065_560887465_n.png Maybe they're brainstorming on how to make good albums again. Hey now, KMFDM isn't that bad yet. :p (I haven't actually listened to Kunst, but WTF wasn't that bad) WTF is probably the best thing they've done post-reformation. Kunst is awful, almost. Sascha could do better, if he tried. Same goes for Al. WTF is indeed good enough, couldn't stand Kunst, sooo limp, no edge, nothing. The two guys who weren't allowed / invited to perform at Retrospectacle. They're all they have left from the old days. Do you also suspect that Al is either burnt out or making an attempt to take a safe route, or perhaps both? That's what it sort of looks like to me. I followed the Piss Army forums and then what later became PB4PB and it was speculated that he probably saw albums like Filth Pig and Dark Side of the Spoon roping in that many fans, so he tried Houses of the Mole, and just stuck with it ever since, after seeing how much more fans those albums attracted compared to his 1996-2003 output. http://pb4pb.boards.net/index.cgi - I think they'd really have some fun in this thread, and that seemed to be a very good observation/speculation to me. :p Do you also suspect that Al is either burnt out or making an attempt to take a safe route, or perhaps both? That's what it sort of looks like to me. I followed the Piss Army forums and then what later became PB4PB and it was speculated that he probably saw albums like Filth Pig and Dark Side of the Spoon not roping in that many fans, so he tried Houses of the Mole, and just stuck with it ever since, after seeing how much more fans those albums attracted when compared to his 1996-2003 output. http://pb4pb.boards.net/index.cgi - I think they'd really have some fun in this thread, and that also seemed to be a very good observation/speculation to me. :p He's trying to make a quick buck. Try to attract to teenagers. Instead, he makes a fool of himself. The hideous tattoo on his forehead, the piercings, and the color by numbers metal albums. And he's definitely a burnout. You can't be a junkie for as long as he was and not be. Amazing he's still alive though. Pure speculation/could be talking out of my arse, but there's a lot more money to be made for culty band if you can appeal to the metal crowd - the various festivals in europe (some of which are pretty huge) will book you if you have a new album out & a bit of a name/fanbase. As a paycheck and a subculture metal is absolutely huge compared to industrial/ebm/whatever. Also not much of a pain to perform live. I don't think al is being entirely cynical - he does like that kind of music & has reached the point in his career where it makes sense to do it I don't think he likes metal. Years ago, in an interview, Al and Barker flat out said they didn't. You cannot deny, though, that there's the potential profit with the rebellious teen. Al being the metal "tough guy" with the tattoos, piercings, stories, and his promo pics. The old fanbase is mostly alienated, except for the few who "like everything". Playing a festival is a payday. So, in the end, he's still getting paid. Interesting enough, you can find the live show from wacken on youtube. Starts off with a pretty good crowd, and it thins out alot as the show goes on. hmm, not convinced he doesn't actually like metal - why has every album since land of rape and honey had at least 1 or 2 metal songs? Why would someone who doesn't like Metal record "Psalm 69" "Filth Pig" (metal albums for the most part). Why did they cover supernaut and S.O.D, etc etc. Maybe Barker didn't like metal and Al was pretending to be to cool to like it, but TBH it would seem he obviously does like metal at least a bit. Latterday cynicism and pandering I can believe, but he's been pretending to like that stuff since the late 80s? dunno Also it's not just the rebellious teen - there's the adult with disposable income stuck in a protracted teen rebellion phase. megabucks I think he likes creating metal music, but honestly I think he continued the metal sound due to the declining interest in the band when Filth Pig and Dark Side were released. Pretty much every album (starting with Animositisomina in 2003) is either "Psalm 69 2.0" or "a more intense Psalm 69" or hands down "the best album I've ever done." His favorite bands (going off of interview consistency over the years) are The Rolling Stones, ZZ top, Roxy Music and Front 242. If I'm remembering correctly, he played nothing but Roxy Music as the pre-show music on the Filth Pig tour. Al and Paul in the 90s did not like to be called a Metal band, i think they found it limiting, they liked anything hard or powerful, punishing overwhelming etc, they did use guitars like the Metal bands to create their dark heavy trippy music. Even with stuff on Psalm 69 like Just One Fix the production techniques are so bizarre it would be weird calling Ministry a Metal 'band' the chopped up repetitive guitar Loops, samples, drum machines etc. I've talked a lot of shit about al in the last few years. But decided to give his book a read. I'm four chapters in. Let's just say, the dude is a survivor. That's for sure. So far it's entertaining. Not sure Ive gotten to the debauchery yet. Will probably have a different opinion later into the book. The old fanbase is mostly alienated, except for the few who "like everything". That's definitely me. I'm not an old fan, but I'm able to like With Sympathy and Twitch, and Houses of the Mole and Rio Grande Blood just to give you an idea. It's also easy to see why Twitch to Psalm 69 from the looks of it are still his most loved works, along with Filth Pig for some fans, since some fans even though that Filth Pig was a let-down. That's what I was also think in a way. Ministry's industrial metal and alternative metal were still some types of metal nonetheless. (Assuming that whoever put it in Wikipedia got it right, since there can be errors on Wikipedia.) And I've also never completely ruled out the idea that there might have been fans that were children and teenagers around 1983-1992 that might've followed Ministry until now. Some of the fans I've seen at the Ministry concert I've attended last year looked like they were old enough to be fans since 1981-1985, or anywhere around 1986-1992. And even though there are fans of The Land of Rape and Honey, The Mind is a Terrible Thing to Taste, and Psalm 69 that didn't like Houses of the Mole, Rio Grande Blood, and The Last Sucker, I've noticed that there's just as many fans that seem to like the Bush Trilogy from 2004-2007, just as much as their output from 1988-1992. (I've noticed that on the Piss Army forums before they got shut down, and it still seems to be that way on both Ministry accounts on Facebook in spite of the backlash the Bush Trilogy still received.) Good article about early Ministry: http://intonarumoron.wordpress.com/2013/11/01/every-days-is-halloween-the-evolution-of-ministry/ Al is going to rehab to kick the sauce. Thank God. I'm amazed the man is even alive at this point. http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/ministrys-al-jourgensen-to-enter-alcohol-rehabilitation-facility/ I also hope that he actually means it and sticks with it. I'm also amazed as well. From Beer to Eternity Still a fitting name for that last album. Kinda weird that he's waiting until the 3rd. But, I guess he wants a final hooray before checking himself in... Then again, that could all just be talk. Good for him though. Hell if a crackpot like Al actually follows through with sobriety maybe there's hope for Manson yet. If Al can do it, anyone can. I wish there was going to be some Paul vocals on this, but I am greatly looking forward to this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuyoypTBc2I Alien Jourgensen (https://www.facebook.com/alienjourgensenofficial?ref=stream) · 10,780 like this 42 minutes ago · Who is is out there? I am fucking wasted Via Facebook, glad to see he took his rehab seriously. Nice to see his fans give a shit too, hence the 10,780 likes thus far. Baphomette Via Facebook, glad to see he took his rehab seriously. Nice to see his fans give a shit too, hence the 10,780 likes thus far.[/FONT][/COLOR][/INDENT][/FONT]I thought he wasn't checking in 'til the 3rd? And, yeah, the "likes" are pretty fucking disturbing (as are most of the comments). I read this thread since page 1 and i gotta say i'm shocked all the hate the "last" Ministry era got around here... I know it's not on the level of the whole Rape/Mind/Psalm era, yet i did not found it THAT terrible and you can still find some cool tracks in the latest albums. It's true that he lost much of his sound when Paul Barker left (say what you will, but i really like "Animositisomina"), but the "trash" albums are decent... a bit repetitive yes, but better than most of the latest stuff by Fear factory, Marilyn Manson or even Rob Zombie. I agree also that the latest videos suck, but the songs at least are listenable and i think "From Beer to Eternity" was a funny and heavy album (as i said it's repetitive like of most of his latest stuff, but i don't hate it...) Anyway, just wanted to get that out of my chest and post one of my favorite concerts ever (sorry if posted before, i looked for it but didn't saw it...), the one that made me a Ministry fan in the 90's! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yaz5V6OFQlo Dat cage! Dat cage!I have a scar on my arm from dat cage. The pit for those shows was gnarly. I have a scar on my arm from dat cage. The pit for those shows was gnarly. ouch! i guess they were, i only saw them live once (and it was a shitty festival so they did not play a complete set), still with few time and not as headliners they quickly got everyone bananas and the pit went out of control (those were the day...) That time there was no cage but i can only imagine the same energy of the show i saw with that thing on stage, can't say i envy your scar but at the same time i do! lol, ...wish i could have seen them during those days... The post-barker stuff is very hit or miss. Every album does have something that I like. Relapse only had 2-3 songs that I can say are worth hearing again. I'm fine with metal ministry. A lot of it, though, is just recycled drivel. But, every album definitely has it's moments. The last one might actually be my favorite since HOTM. Not an amazing album, but it's a total step up from the last three albums. Any of you guys hear any of Chris' Cocksure stuff? Busy guy these days. http://regenmag.com/news/new-music-video-cocksure/ I sure miss "Revolting Cocks" that's for sure... Agreeded, I miss em too! http://youtu.be/_ur-DEXE-qg Best cover ...ever!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6zqYSezqwo This was my favorite one so far. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srK5-95VcaQ However, I also like the ones that some, or even a lot of people wouldn't really like here at all. I just can't help but like them a lot. I love blasting these covers. I sometimes wished Ministry would make records based on this sound, but with more industrial metal/rock as well. As a matter of fact, I've always liked the idea of combining hard rock with industrial. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDtXRxwYy8I http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URMeXj4h0Hg Their cover for "Lay Lady Lay" was pretty cool too, i like how it keeps the essence, yet it also sounds like Ministry... thevoid99 I liked that cover. It was very heavy and it had great usage of the acoustic guitars. Fixer808 Al has apparently just gone into rehab for alcoholism. Good for him! Best of luck! jezstyle Hello Alien Nation ! So sorry I've been a bit AWOL past few days...it's been a bit intense. Heard from Al today and he's sounding much better! He was in good spirits this afternoon - he was able to hold down his first "real" food today and his BAC is now officially down to ZERO !!! Yay! So he's officially alcohol free as of today - and then he also has not had a drink in FOUR days...so YaY! again ! He's still in the detox section of the facility until the medical staff feel that he is safely out of harm's way. I've spoken to several of the staff there now and I will tell you that they are very very kind, patient and really know their stuff - and of course, Al's managed to charm his way into their hearts... Love you guys xoxox Angelina https://www.facebook.com/ajax/sharer/?s=22&appid=25554907596&p%5B0%5D=147440505457083&p%5B1%5D=208522686015531&share_source_type=unknown After reading about this 12" in Al's book, I finally managed to track down a copy that still had the KY Jelly in the sleeve..... http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/10/2yza2y6y.jpg http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/10/he6arady.jpg Good Morning Alien Nation ! Went with Squatch yesterday to visit Al - he's doing AWESOME! He got out of DETOX safely (whew!) yesterday and has moved into the "General Population" where he's already made lots of friends. The facility is beautiful and serene and as of today, Al's not had a drink in seven days and wow! what a difference! So proud of him...and again, I thank you for all your support, prayers, kindness, love you have shown to both of us in this process. Thank you Squatch for being there for me...also to Jesse Sanchez for holding down the fort! It takes a village... xoxoxox Angelina — :) feeling happy https://www.facebook.com/alienjourgensenofficial/posts/209438525923947 Someone in another forum is saying how bad off he was. Glad he's doing well. I used to love Ministry as a kid. Seeing them dissolve into a parody of themselves like this is truly heart breaking. Al has possibly the worst cult of personality in music that I have ever seen. He literally thinks he's God all mighty. Did anyone ever check out his live album that was supposed to be Ministry's lastest ever? You know, the Audios Puta Madres one. I bought it years ago just cause of that trolling marketing of it being the last Ministry album ever. Not one old song on it, as the entire set list was nothing but the Bush trilogy but something stuck out to me more than anything. The vocals on that "live album" sounded so fake! In fact, I'm positive that if you compared the vocals to the Last Sucker and Rio Grande Blood tracks, they would sound identical to what was on this live record. I only listened to it a couple times but that's all I kept thinking of when I first heard it. It's like someone really worked on Al's vocals cause it sounds very studio like. Ministry lost me with Dark Side of the Spoon. That album was an epic disappointment, and so was Filth Pig but all these years later, I feel we have to appreciate them in a way cause the albums were at least listenable. I don't feel like my ears are going to bleed from listening to the Filth Pig tracks where I can't even go through Rio Grande Blood. I didn't listen to the Animosity record, but I did check out the Bush trilogy years ago and could not understand how this was the same Ministry that I grew up with. I don't think Al even realizes that he's become a parody of himself. Yes, it's hilarious and hard not to laugh at, but at the same time, it's very depressing cause those old Ministry records like The Mind Is A Terrible Thing To Taste, Psalm 69 and The Land of Rape and Honey are classics that we all love. I think personally, Al wants to be like Ozzy Osbourne in a way, and I'd even go as far as to say that Angie is his form of Sharon. You have all this stupid "Uncle Al" bullshit just like Ozzy had the "Prince of Darkness" and his drinking habits would make for a good reality show. Ministry hasn't been a band since Paul Barker was John 5ed out of the picture. Ever since then it's all about Al and his insane ego. I didn't see this posted on this thread, so I thought I would share it. It's an interview with Patty from last year that is really neat and offers a good look into what Ministry once was. http://prongs.org/ministry/interviews/patty_2013 To be fair, he was wasted for almost every album, whether it be alcohol or drugs. So, that can be a factor. But, for the time being, Ministry is over. But, for the time being, Ministry is over. For now. We never know with Al. I'm sure he'll put out some cash in covers, remixxxes or something else eventually. It probably would've been better if he just took some time off to only focus on albums, but I can also see why he'd release so many remix and cover compilations if he barely/never tours. Oh, and I really haven't been looking up Ministry for a while. For a moment, I thought there was going to be one more tour this year. And well, as long as he's around, I'm always open to the possibility of him returning now after what just happened with Relapse and From Beer to Eternity. Considering he just recently went to rehab, maybe touring isn't such a good idea. I'd love to hear an album while Al's sober. He doesn't need to tour. He can barely get through a set. I believe when the money stops flowing Al will go do either a tour or some dates. I'm pretty sure there are promoters out there waving money at him. We may not get a 'Beers' tour but I'm sure we will get some show. If anything, maybe a few European festivals. That seems to be where he makes his paydays. Oh wait. I forgot about that. Sorry, my mistake. I was also thinking about what I might've read in a random interview way before he even considered going to rehab. With that being said, I'm pretty much on the same exact page as you. I would love to see a reunion with Paul Barker and possibly even the "book club" but I know that is never going to happen at this point. In some ways I feel bad for Al, but his insane god complex is never going to be pushed to the side to make it cool with his past band members. Hopefully we do get to see a Paul and Al reunion before it's all over. Sad times in Ministry land when this goes unposted until now... (as if nobody saw this coming...) Ministry To Tour In Support Of “From Beer To Eternity” With Full Album Performances (http://www.theprp.com/2014/05/31/news/ministry-to-tour-in-support-of-from-beer-to-eternity-with-full-album-performances/) “Yup you heard right…will be touring the FBTE album….the set will be FBTE in it’s exact order…and a few oldies for an encore…and it just won’t be America and Europe this time….we’ll see ya down under as well as Mexico South America and Japan…so start rounding up every fucking Amish teen you can find and bring em to the shows…..I will exact my revenge on those bastards….I’m still puking from their toxic “wood milk ” shit…….yuk!…if there was ever a reason to tour this is it….oh btw…it’s a secret for now…but I’m pretty sure you’ve heard of the dude that’ll take Mikey’s place……ok that’s it….so let it be written …so let it be done…. P.S. still not a chance in hell there will be another Ministry album…..will be doing some side stuff though when I get my ass to LA…..Mikey’s last words to me were….FBTE could not be topped …so why bother MINISTRY RECORDINGS ARE DONE !!!! Carve that shit on a stone tablet!” Ugh. Whole album performance of the latest entirely underwhelming album followed by an encore of "old favs". I've still never seen Ministry live and don't think this tour is going to change that unfortunately. I hope they finally get here to play a club show. I'm tired of seeing them on festivals with a short setlist. Especially if they now perform From beer to eternity in full and a few old ones they propably skip the old songs on a festival show. an encore of "old favs". No W United Forces "Mikey’s last words to me were….FBTE could not be topped …so why bother MINISTRY RECORDINGS ARE DONE !!!! Carve that shit on a stone tablet!” Cut to: "Yeah, so I talked to Mikey on a Ouija board and he said it'd be cool to make another album. So, whatever Mikey wants....." The set list will be the album, NWO, Just One Fix, Thieves, So What and if we're lucky Psalm 69. I'm sure of it. So apparently Al is getting divorced and slap with a restraining order. Source: http://www.prongs.org/minfiles/forum/gforum.cgi?do=post_view_flat;post=107412;page=4;sb =post_latest_reply;so=ASC;mh=25;guest=3106171 Scroll down. Now this tour is making a lot of sense. So he gets sober and now is having a divorce? Anyone see an impending return to alcohol here? ...eh!? That's really sad... He never let on that there was any trouble, it seemed like they were pretty settled in and the selling of the ranch and move back to LA was their joint plan I really dread to think what a move back to LA, a tour and a split from his stabilising influence will lead to :( It bothers me but it also bums me out. I always had a creeping suspicion that these types of things would happen though, even if I was still hoping for the best for him. There were already way more than enough bridges that got burned too, so that even makes it more of a bummer. @ad infinitum (http://www.echoingthesound.org/community/member.php?u=80) - In case you're lurking, I wondered what you would've thought of this. Al apparently thinks we need another live album from the last tour: http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/ministry-to-release-last-tangle-in-paris-cddvd-in-july/ On the plus side it has Psalm 69! So basically it's exactly the same tracklist as Adios Puta Madres (plus a couple Relapse songs), and exactly the same as Enjoy the Quiet (which already has Relapse material). Nice work, Al. I expect the obligatory Dub/Remix album within the next 6 months for FBTE. Hell! Maybe even a Revco album if he needs money for the divorce. It makes sense to me but of course this is all speculation. If he really needs the money, why not clean out the vault. I'm sure he's got plenty of unreleased stuff lying around. I'm sure the box set is on it's way. Along with another "Final" album. Another album might not be so bad if he stays sober. As long as it has the unreleased song "Some Kind of Madness" from the with sympathy era, I might buy this. Edit: And this as well: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEwayiXKS1s Or a remastered version of Cold Life. Speaking about "A Cold Life" Where does this track originate? Its not the version that I have. The one I know of is shorter. Is there anymore songs that have been released in some form along these lines? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfwwVRnlpzQ Not sure if i'll ever get used to clean and sober Al. Enjoy. http://www.kvia.com/video/interview-with-al-jourgensen-and-weather-by-al/26590788 Many angry comments, some even claim that the gig was never finished? WTF? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZQU7fcQTvU&list=UUtxMp7xDZx2laL5HR3N0gAg Is that the show that got cut short, with him ending up in the hospital? Judging from the comments, it seems like it's a compilation of two dates. Yeah, since it seems he never played "Just one Fix" in the fist date yet it's included in this DVD... http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/ministry/2012/le-bataclan-paris-france-53dcfb61.html I'm not seeing a second date on there... Kinda fishy. yeah, i thought there were two dates, what the hell... I just noticed that somebody posted this on Al's Facebook page. It turns out that Bill Burr is a fan of Ministry. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUN68XlIj-Y Evidently Al is a meteorologist. (http://www.revolvermag.com/news/viral-video-ministrys-al-jourgensen-does-the-weather-report.html) Being a keyboardist in Ministry has to be the easiest gig of all time. Seeing the DVD i'll say even Al has it easy, he hardly moves Sebgob That original show in Paris was a disaster, Al collapsed after 30 minutes and brought to the hospital. Reporting from friends that were at this gig, Al was in a really bad state. So maybe the DVD is a compilation of songs from previous dates with the Paris gig, and 1h of backstage and stuff like that ... So sad, really, i don't get why he still chooses the hard drugs at this stage of his life The evil claws of addiction. Heard that the dvd might actually have been filmed in Chicago, and not Paris. Why Al would want to release another live dvd is beyond me, since he released one last year with likely the same exact setlist. needs to drum up support for a tour, promoters might be scared, may have heard rumours about paris... idle speculation on my part of course I guess Al does not have the ownership to the official Ministry site domain: http://al-jourgensen.squarespace.com/ What rumors? He got shit faced drunk and dehydrated and paid the price for it. There was even a video floating around from after the show of him stumbling around outside, with his wife (soon to be ex) bribing him with wine to get him on the tour bus. Seems pretty factual to me. If he's trying to rally up some support for the tour, releasing dvds of 2012 is a bad idea. The guy was in bad shape that entire string of shows. He doesn't. Someone forgot to pay the bill and point fingers at the guy who hosted their site. Called it: http://al-jourgensen.squarespace.com/new-album/ Is this legit or a scam? I wouldn't doubt it. Al's track record with Remixxx albums are pretty consistent. Although, i'm a little surprised Relapse didn't get one...yet. I'm sure the two disc remixxx set is coming. Relapse and From Beer to blah blah blah Nothing would make Relapse listenable to me. I HATED that album. 99% was about the only thing I could tolerate and even that sucked. I really liked Double Tap. But aside from 2-3 songs, it's pretty bad. you don't need to tell me - in total agreement (sadly) hey kiddies...beautiful day in SoCal...yup...that's right. Living back in Cali, divorced and happy. All interested ladies should get in touch "sorry guys" I only swing your way if I'm shitfaced and you look and dress like a girl... shit happens. Anyways, starting new project named "DUBWEISER" in a couple of weeks...the CD will be called "KING OF BUDS"... also, should know some tour dates by then...so I'll keep in touch... peace. So he ditched Ministry for a new band that will most likely sound like Ministry? Edit: He should have done this after Paul left. So I'm guessing that all unreleased songs that us fan want will never see the light of day? I'm somewhat intrigued about this new band. Now that he is sober it might be good but, I will still treat it with some contempt until I'm proven otherwise. ...it would have made more sense to reunite "Revolting Cocks" at this point :/ The irony of every recent album title and otherwise being related to alcohol is a joke. Especially being so fresh out of rehab. I'll listen to it. Definitely pretty weary of it though. Wow. That made me laugh more than it should. Granted most of his stuff -post Paul- really sucked and left the "Ministry" name as a butt to a bad joke but, there must be some talent left within him. I'm hoping with his new found sobriety that the best of him resurfaces and, that his output is more reflective of his abilities (if he has any left). I just really wish that he reconciled with everyone he treated like shit and stays sober. I guess I should give up hope that he might release an album that's like Filth Pig, Twitch/ed, and The mind... Just another metal by the numbers album... He should make nice with the book club. I'm thinking it's going to be some sort of shitty "dub" project... Egh... Who knows? It's still inevitable for Ministry to return from the dead. Only a matter of time. I really don't get his fixation on naming thing on alcohol references though. You would assume he would be staying away from that topic. Nope, he starts a new thing that happens to resemble a popular brand of beer. Perhaps that trip to rehab was a waste? Not another metal album but a Dub album with an the obligatory Remix album man! It gets chopped even more! I have no idea if this was in circulation or not, but here's Ministry set from Bridge School '94 in a damn good quality: http://www.musicvault.com/ministry/video/lay-lady-lay_1007803.html Wow, that quality is pretty awesome! Eddie looked so out of place during Lay Lady Lay, poor guy. I really dug that Grateful Dead cover which I had never seen/heard before. Thanks for sharing! What I've heard it might be not that easy after all. The keyboardist plays all their samples live, they don't use backing tapes beside some loops. Not so sure about that. Not completely. They definitely used a backing tape for Al last time. But yeah, the guy on keys handles all samples, etc. Oh yeah I forgot about that. But back in the days they didn't use that. Nowadays all of their live albums have playback vocals which I think sucks alot because it's so easy to notice. I think it would have been more "acceptable" if they'd record new vocals in the studio instead of using the same ones that are on the record. https://scontent-a-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/t1.0-9/q88/p403x403/10570310_793822700639006_9125645031824650539_n.jpg We'll see. Needs to get away from thrash metal styling though. Needs more synth, beats and breakdowns. Less solos and less riffs.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2531
__label__wiki	0.691062	0.691062	Charles Booth’s quest to fathom poverty in Victorian London The resulting maps are mesmerising in their detail and diligence Books and artsOct 5th 2019 edition Charles Booth’s London Poverty Maps. By Mary Morgan and the London School of Economics.Thames & Hudson; 288 pages; $75 and £49.95. “I CURSED EVERY minute I gave to it,” Charles Booth complained of his monumental survey of life and labour in London. It is easy to see why: from 1886 to 1903, while running a leather dealership and a steamship line, Booth pursued a crazily ambitious private scheme to chart the socioeconomic condition of every street in what was then the biggest city in the world. To find out how many Londoners were poor—and why—he and his squad of investigators accompanied policemen on patrols, and conducted interviews in pubs and sweatshops. Their observations of housing and habits, plus the data they received from school-board visitors, were transmuted into colour-coded maps. Like illuminated manuscripts, they are mesmerising in their detail and diligence. The colour scheme descends from red and yellow for wealthy residents to blue for “chronic want” and black for “vicious, semi-criminal”. The handsome volume in which the maps have now been reproduced includes contemporaneous pictures—faces smiling out from the squalor, or scowling—plus extracts from the investigators’ notes. As Sarah Wise, author of one of the new book’s contextualising essays, puts it, these notes are “a compendium of anxieties” held by the well-off about the working classes, censorious judgment mixing with compassion in a characteristically Victorian way. Prostitution figured prominently, as did booze; sozzled women were a particular worry. Italian thieves were said to be less violent than their English counterparts. Irish and Jewish immigrants were widely reviled. In outline, the picture of London that emerges is familiar. Then, as now, the east was poorer than the west—a pattern set long ago by the direction of the Thames and the prevailing winds—even if much of the heavy industry of Booth’s time is gone, and the once-humming docks are quieter. Then, as now, wealth and poverty were more entwined than in many metropolises, the neat grids of red and yellow on the maps disrupted by thickets of blue and slugs of black. Sometimes streets are cross-hatched, or outlined assiduously in one colour and filled in another, to indicate their jumbled complexion. Some of the slums Booth documented have since become exorbitantly trendy, though gentrification was a feature of his day, too, the poor circulating to the city’s margins to make way for others. For all the moralising, he concluded that vice accounted for a small share of the 31% of Londoners living in poverty. Most were done in by misfortune (illness, accident, bereavement) or by badly paid and erratic work. The anecdotes in the book are as captivating as the maps. The cat’s-meat seller in Holloway does a roaring trade because “nearly every poor family is a customer for its cat even though it can hardly afford to feed itself.” Urchins save for their funerals; 64 tramps wait for their dinner outside a Kensington church. In Deptford there are “shoeless children running about and frowsy women gaping at doors”. Rose, the keeper of a Hackney sweet-shop, is thought respectable but for “going on a spree” once a year, on which she “drinks a drop too much and takes up with chance men who fleece her.” These vivid, hard London lives are all long gone—replaced perpetually by new struggles and stories. ■ This article appeared in the Books and arts section of the print edition under the headline "Charles Booth’s quest to fathom poverty in Victorian London" More from Books and arts As violence spreads across Mali, artists in the capital resist How to fix the design flaws in American democracy The heroic women partisans of Turin	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2532
__label__cc	0.691699	0.308301	Social Media Archiving Instant Message Archiving Mobile Archiving Website & Blog Archiving Audio & Video Archiving Email Security Platform Integrated Messaging Platform About Erado Why Erado Supervision & Compliance Rules Erado On-Demand Demo Erado Secures New Patent for Journaling, Analysis, and Archiving of Electronic Communications Erado, the leading innovator of electronic communication archiving and compliance, announced that it has secured US Patent No. 9,548,956 pertaining to the journaling, analysis, and archiving of electronic communications. The new patent covers the capturing of social media and other related electronic communications content via API. Once the content is secured, the program associates that content with the user’s email address, and then systematically delivers that content to one or more archiving platforms. “This patent has been a long time coming. It makes social media and new communication platforms easy for regulated firms to adopt and archive for regulatory and/or e-discovery purposes. It validates the hard work of our entire team and the progress we’ve made as a company in the last five years.” said Craig Brauff, CEO of Erado. “This patent represents one of the core functions of our technology,” said Calvin Cochran, Erado’s CTO. “While the language of patents is complex, our goal is to unify the archiving and compliance of social media, email, instant messaging, websites, text messages, audio, and video content so that customers can utilize our technology with existing and future archiving platforms. The technology behind this patent makes that possible, which is why it’s so valuable.” Managing regulatory archiving and compliance can be challenging, especially as new communication channels emerge,” said Craig Brauff, CEO of Erado. “Given our relationships with leading financial firms, social networks, and next generation communication platforms, I am excited to report Erado is continually enhancing its enterprise unified archiving and compliance solutions, providing best-in-class technology that no other company can offer today.” Erado is a leader in unified archiving and compliance platforms for social media, email, instant messaging, websites, text messages, audio, and video content to customers worldwide. For the past 22 years Erado has provided organizations in financial services, pharmaceuticals, government, and education with cost-effective archiving and compliance solutions. For more information, please visit www.erado.com or call 866-673-7236. Zix Acquires Seattle-Based Erado to Expand Its Unified Archiving, eDiscovery and Compliance Solutions April 3, 2018 5 Cures for Your Text Messaging Compliance Headache June 7, 2017 Erado Secures New Patent for Journaling, Analysis, and Archiving of Electronic Communications January 24, 2017 Erado to Attend FINRA’s 2016 Annual Conference May 12, 2016 Finra’s new BrokerCheck Rules are Now in Effect January 6, 2016 866-67Erado (866-673-7236) ©1994-2018 Erado. All Rights Reserved We use cookies to deliver the best possible experience on our website. By continuing to use this site, or closing this box, you consent to our use of cookies. To learn more, visit ourPrivacy Policy	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2534
__label__wiki	0.771899	0.771899	Primark removes Christmas candle from sale after mum-of-three sends shocking photos The mum claims flames reached as high as three inches Hannah Kane A mother-of-three has posted shocking photos of a Primark candle that apparently burst into flames after being lit. Jenny Ferneyhough has warned others to take care after her festive candle put her and her family "at risk". The mum claims flames reached as high as three inches (Image: Jenny Ferneyhough) The bargain store was selling the Christmas tree shaped candle for £5, but has since removed it from sale after Mrs Ferneyhough complained. In a Facebook post she said: "This is a candle I bought in Primark Manchester for £5 on Saturday. I am concerned that it poses a risk to the safety of anyone who owns one, and I have emailed Primark suggesting they recall them. "In the meantime, I would be grateful if we could spread the word so that no one is put at risk by this." Primark says it is investigating the incident as a matter of urgency. The mum, 35, from Stockport, said she had lit the silver candle for about nine hours over two nights before it erupted into flames as high as three inches on Sunday night (December 3). She told The Mirror Online: "Seeing the flame was so scary - it just filled my mind with 'what if's'. "Around Christmas time it's so easy for decorations to catch alight, especially with such a big flame like that. Christmas could be ruined in an instant. "Luckily myself and Evan were keeping an eye on the candle, so as soon as we saw it create this massive flame we quickly blew it out. Clever mum's Elf on the Shelf hack has gone viral and parents love her for it "I have a two-year-old son, and the thought of what would have happened if he was near it is just horrifying." She added: "We first lit the candle on Saturday night, but as soon as we saw the flame start to rise we blew it out. "I thought it was likely to be the silver glitter that made the flame rise, or the odd shape of the candle itself, so we re-lit it. "When we did, it went completely back to normal for several hours, before the flame rose to a three-inch height again. "That's when we decided to stop using the candle as it was becoming very dangerous. It's currently just sat on the mantelpiece and isn't going to be used again." When should I keep my child off school when they are sick this winter Despite immediately blowing the flame out when it rose, Mrs Ferneyhough claims she noticed the flame rise on several occasions. A Primark spokesperson said: "We take the safety of our customers and quality of our products very seriously. "We are removing the product from sale while we investigate this complaint as a matter of urgency."	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2542
__label__wiki	0.953788	0.953788	You Make Me Proud: a champion's road to glory Sep 27, 2019 by Euroleague.net Print The newest EuroLeague Basketball Originals documentary celebrates CSKA Moscow CSKA Moscow's path to glory in the 2018-19 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague can be witnessed from start to finish in a brand new hour-long movie, You Make Me Proud, an exclusive behind-the-scenes story full of achingly honest interviews with the club's key protagonists that is the latest offering on the Euroleague Basketball Originals platform of premium, long-form content. Watch the Russian Version here - Смотрите русскую версию здесь The Russian side claimed its eighth European crown by overcoming Anadolu Efes Istanbul in last May's championship game in Vitoria-Gasteiz, but CSKA's campaign had been anything but straightforward as Dimitris Itoudis and his players were forced to overcome a series of setbacks along the way. In particular, tensions were running high after CSKA suffered four losses in seven games around the midway point of the regular season, including a shock defeat at Buducnost VOLI Podgorica. The movie relives all the struggles endured by the team during that tough period, revealing how a Thanksgiving celebration dinner planned by the players was cut short by a demanding practice schedule instituted by Itoudis. The heart of the movie is the relationship between CSKA President Andrey Vatutin and Itoudis. Vatutin reveals that he seriously considering firing the Greek coach in the wake of the team's disappointment at the 2018 Final Four in Belgrade, telling the cameras: "It was difficult, some difficult weeks for us after Belgrade. The media started to ask me 'Who will be the next coach of CSKA?' For sure I was thinking a lot about the future of Dimitris. There was a long conversation between him and me. He told me: 'I promise, Andrey: I will make you proud.'" Sure enough, Vatutin's faith in Itoudis was rewarded with the EuroLeague title 12 months later, leading to a highly emotional on-court embrace between the two men after the final buzzer sounded in Fernando Buesa Arena, with a tearful Vatutin telling his coach: "You deserve it! You make me proud! Like you promised me!" The movie also features in-depth and previously unseen interviews with key players Will Clyburn, who was named Final Four MVP, scoring ace Nando De Colo, fellow guards Sergio Rodriguez and Daniel Hackett and, of course, long-serving team captain Kyle Hines, allowing fans to gain an intimate glimpse of the inner workings of the new EuroLeague champions. CSKA tabs defensive ace Sant-Roos In an effort to boost its Turkish Airlines EuroLeague title defense, CSKA Moscow has added forward Howard Sant-Roos with a contract until 2023 with a mutual option at the end... CSKA: Strelnieks out with hamstring injury CSKA Moscow guard Janis Strelnieks will be sidelined indefinitely as he recovers from a hamstring injury in his left leg. Round 15 MVP: Mike James, CSKA Moscow Mike James of CSKA Moscow earned the MVP of the Round honor for the second time in 48 hours, this time for his performance in a thrilling 80-81 road win over Anadolu Efes...	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2544
__label__cc	0.669295	0.330705	More sizes available sitewide Subscribe for 15% off your next online purchase Or your Ever New Account Luck and Style Print Edit Long Sleeve Edit Become an Ever New member Subscribe now to receive 15% off your next full price purchase online and receive exclusive Ever New fashion updates. Meet Ever New’s business leaders; a passionate, diverse group with an eye for all things fashion. Meet Carolyn Mackenzie After completing my studies, I began my career in fast-moving consumer goods as a special project manager for Spar Western Cape in South Africa. As I was always interested in fashion and clothing, I then applied to join the Truworths graduate program. My first position was merchandise planner for intimate apparel, and one year later I was offered the chance to launch two new brands for the business - Inwear and LTD - which are still successful today. Four years later I moved to the UK where I joined British Home Store, then went on to work for Debenhams and New Look. I loved my 11 years at New Look. During this time, I progressed from head of planning to group merchandise director, and was eventually promoted to run the womenswear department as buying, merchandise and design director. My key achievements at New Look were winning the Lorraine Kelly Award for Britain’s Best Footwear, and the Drapers Fashion Retailer Business of the Year Award. After New Look was sold to private equity I was offered the opportunity to join Forever New as global brand director, and decided to experience life in Australia. HOW I'D DESCRIBE MY CAREER WITH FOREVER NEW Exciting, creative and fast-paced. WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT WORKING WITH FOREVER NEW The people, the product and the opportunities. MY WARDROBE ESSENTIALS A black blazer and trainers. HOW I LIKE TO KICK START MY DAY Sometimes a workout at the gym, then packing school lunches and getting the kids ready for school. SOMETHING YOU WON'T FIND ON MY CV I speak Afrikaans. But I wish I could speak more languages! General Manager, Marketing and Digital Meet Diane Belan My career journey has been a series of connections, twists and turns, but ultimately a result of perseverance, and a drive to create and transform. I started my career in New York City, working as a marketing assistant during the day and attending business school at night. I graduated with an MBA and went on to pursue my passion in digital and marketing. Through a random connection at a friend's wedding in France, I landed a job at L'Oréal managing one of the brand's first ecommerce websites. After a couple of years, a former boss referred me to a role at American Express. With their keen focus on the customer and employee development, it was there that I found my passion, and further developed my skills in strategy, innovation, business transformation, people leadership and influence management. My love for luxury and all things French eventually led me to Louis Vuitton. I spent several years working in luxury retail prior to moving to Australia with my husband and two daughters in 2014. After taking some time off to settle into my new surroundings, I joined the Country Road Group overseeing marketing for the Country Road brand. Big and still growing. Every day there's a new challenge or opportunity, which leads to new ideas and a culture of continuous innovation. The people. In my first week here I couldn't get over how friendly everyone was. All I could think was, ‘What's the catch here?', but it still rings true today. Anything black. You can take the girl out of the city, but you can't take the city out of the girl. However, since joining Forever New, I confidently break out a bit of blush every now and again. I would love to say that I get up every day at 5am and do yoga, but that would be a lie. My priority of the day is to feed Mr. Rubin, our cat. After getting myself ready, I get the girls ready for school, pack their lunch bags and try to remember all the extras they're supposed to bring to school that day. Once the frenzy is over I head to the office, where my day begins again with a nice cup of tea...and another...and another...! My family basically represents the United Nations. My mother is from Scotland, my father is from South Africa, my husband's family is from Croatia, we were born in Canada and our children are American, now speaking with Australian accents! General Manager, Retail Operations Meet Louise Pearson I used to love 'playing shops' when I was little. At one stage, my dad owned a milk bar and I still remember playing with all the gadgets, especially the cash register. I had no idea that I would, in a way, be playing shops for the rest of my foreseeable future! I left my hometown of Shepparton to enrol in a Bachelor of Science degree at university, but soon gravitated back to the world of retail like a moth to a flame. I was employed by Myer as a Christmas casual, and for 22 years I enjoyed a great career with them in a variety of roles, across three states, working both in-store and in head office. I've only recently joined Forever New, but I'm already loving the passion and commitment that everyone has for the brand and for the customers. It's just the beginning, but I can see lots of opportunity to continue to build the Forever New brand and contribute to its global success. The people here have all been incredibly welcoming, and so helpful in getting me up to speed as quickly as possible. My team have also been very receptive and open to me joining with my experience, and fresh eyes. A great blazer, high heels, a spritz of my favourite perfume and mascara get me through most days. I'm generally on the road early, either heading into the office or travelling to stores. I travel to where I'm going, have my breakfast and look through my day's requirements. I'm lucky to have a very supportive husband who takes my daughter to school, but I make sure to get her lunchbox ready, have her breakfast on the table and give her a kiss on the forehead to say goodbye each morning. My little family of three loves to travel; and when possible we love to travel with our friends. We love enjoying new cultures and experiences. Our favourite so far was sailing in Croatia. General Manager, IT Meet Angela Ryan An accountant by trade, I moved into technology following a secondment to an IT project. I loved the way working in technology meant I was at the core of enablement in a business, and could make a difference to the way team members worked every day. A move to retail during an exciting time for the industry (the channel shift to online) means I've had the opportunity to build online businesses and transform customer experiences to leverage the amazing assets of multi-channel retailers. My career sees me contributing to Forever New's business strategy and leading the execution of projects and initiatives which help that strategy come to life. Every day I get the opportunity to innovate alongside some of the smartest people I've ever known. Two things. One - the extraordinary team that I work with and lead; an incredible group of dedicated professionals that innovate every single day, and do so with smiles on their faces. These people are our true competitive advantage. Two - I love that I can work from Melbourne in a truly global role, where each day offers challenges and opportunities from all over the world. Statement earrings and red ipstick. Walking my dogs along the waterfront and watching the sun rise. I'm obsessed with golf and rugby union; playing one and watching the other! Meet Helen Eames Accounting is my second career which I fell into after originally enrolling for a marketing degree and then discovering that I was more interested in pursuing the finance side of my business degree. When I moved to the UK after completing my Chartered Accountant qualifications, I ended up working for a very entrepreneurial retail company and have stayed in that space ever since. Most recently I spent almost 10 years at Witchery and Country Road Group. I love the pace at which retail operates, and being exposed to product every day you can see how you’re performing and what customers areg reactingg to. New! Beginning in August 2018, I look forward to what's ahead. My team. They've made me feel so welcome, and I love their dedication and work ethic. I'd have to say dresses, and anything red. Slowly... I'm not a morning person! I like to have a cup of tea and a cuddle with my dog Oscar. I love animals and going on safari. I've just come back from South Africa and am already planning my next trip. Meet Ged Steele My career started on the shop floor with Woolworths in South Africa, as a graduate recruit in their store management program. After a two-year break, during which I completed compulsory military conscription, I returned to the business as a trainee merchandiser/planner. Over the next four years I worked my way up through the ranks to merchandiser, senior merchandiser and eventually became a merchandise/planning manager. I then joined the Foschini Group as a planning manager, and left after four very successful years to move to Australia with my young family to join a large department store in Sydney. My time there was brief as I felt much more suited to specialty and fashion retail, so I joined the Strandbags Group, where I spent 10 years and achieved promotion to board level as the merchandise planning director. I spent the next four years with brands including Oroton, Ralph Lauren, Saba and Sportscraft before relocating to Melbourne as the group general manager of global planning with Forever New. During the past six years I've had additional responsibilities with international markets, franchise, concessions, supply chain and critical path, and most recently store development. Forever New is the most fast-paced and exciting retailer I've worked for. No two days are the same, due to the number of countries we trade in, and the challenges this presents. It's an ever-changing and constantly evolving role. The entrepreneurial culture of the owners and leadership team, who ensure we strive for excellence in everything we do. Forever New is very well resourced with market-leading investment in technology and best practice systems and processes. I'm not a morning person, so my day starts quietly with a good breakfast whilst absorbing the previous day's trading results, overnight challenges and opportunities from the countries in different time zones. I have a short commute to the office, so once I arrive I get straight into the detail with a good coffee and a packed diary. Family comes first. My wife, two adult daughters and I are a close family unit. We spend a lot of time together enjoying food, wine, sports and holidays. I have a huge interest and hobby in my collection and enjoyment of wines. I love all sports, but my favorites are cricket, rugby union, and thanks to the Melbourne life, AFL. I always support Australia first, and South Africa against everyone, except when playing against Australia! We are always on the look-out for new talent to join our ever-growing family. ph. 1 (855) 383-7876 e. customer.service@evernew.ca Copyright © 2019 Ever New. All rights reserved.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2546
__label__wiki	0.924109	0.924109	Great British Brexit Bonanza: White paper pledges 14 WEEKS paid holiday after EU exit BREXIT will mean the British workforce will get 14 weeks paid holiday a year – 10 more than under the European Union's iron grip, according to a Government white paper. By Patrick Christys PUBLISHED: 03:41, Fri, Feb 3, 2017 \| UPDATED: 10:05, Fri, Feb 3, 2017 A blunder in the document setting out Britain's priorities after exiting the EU, which was sent to the printers at 4.26am yesterday morning, says Britons will get a staggering 14 weeks of holiday per year. Page 32 of the document contains a chart outlining the annual holiday entitlement for British workers after the Brussels divorce. David Davis and Theresa May have been left red faced by this Brexit blunder Labour MP dismisses one of Jeremy Corbyn’s key Brexit demands 'A complete shambles' Corbyn dithers on sacking shadow ministers wh... Britons will be entitled to 5.6 weeks annual leave, which is more than the four weeks holiday outlined under EU regulations. But the mistake in the document means the graph actually tells the nation they will be entitled to a whopping 14 weeks off work – which might even keep Remainers happy. This is the chart showing Brits are set to get 14 weeks paid holiday after Brexit The Government has apologised for the blunder and is moving to correct it, according to a statement from the Department for Exiting the European Union. The statement reads: "There was an error in one of the many charts in the paper, where two bar charts were transposed, which is being corrected." The text accompanying the inaccurate holiday graph says: “These rights were the result of UK Government actions and do not depend on membership of the EU. “The Government is committed to strengthening rights when it is the right choice for UK workers and will continue to seek out opportunities to enhance protections.” David Davis' team were working through the night, publishing the paper at 4.26am Brexit Minister David Davis also caused confusion in the Commons yesterday by suggesting Britain would be leaving the Customs Union entirely. But the Brexit document containing the erroneous poll echoed Theresa May's insistence that the Government will "seek a new customs arrangement". May's Brexit speech: World reacts LIVE Politicians and celebrities tweet their reaction as Theresa May unveils her 12 point plan for Britain leaving the EU. President of the European Council, Donald Tusk tweets his frustration. It reads: “The UK will seek a new customs arrangement with the EU, which enables us to make the most of the opportunities from trade with others and for trade between the UK and the EU to continue to be as frictionless as possible. “There are a number of options for any new customs arrangement, including a completely new agreement, or for the UK to remain a signatory to some of the elements of the existing arrangements. The precise form of this new agreement will be the subject of negotiation.” Anti-Brexit Lord Mandelson handed top French honour for services to EU Get Britain OUT of the Customs Union, Tory minister urges May Ukip MEP blasts EU for giving Georgia visa-free access to UK Brexit News European Union Politics Theresa May	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2548
__label__wiki	0.834241	0.834241	https://www.fairplanet.org/author/yair-oded/ Yair Oded Author, Project Editor, Contributing Editor Yair Oded is a New York City-based writer and editor of socio-political content, with a background in humanitarian work and international affairs. Alongside his Editor's Picks weekly column, contribution to the Support section and editorial work for Fair Planet, Yair is a contributing columnist and U.S. Editor for Screen Shot media and Director of Content Creation for the organisation I Am Your Protector. Volunteer with HeadCount to promote voting registration through music HeadCount get thousands of music festivals goers to exercise their voting rights in the U.S. and participate in the shaping of their democracy. U.S. gov’t mounts new restrictions on asylum seekers In a recent attempt to remove protections for asylum seekers in the U.S., the president issued a memo calling for new restrictions and an application fees. 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__label__wiki	0.983706	0.983706	Chutes & Ladders: Former Allergan exec jumps ship for Nestlé Skin Health by Angus Liu \| Oct 14, 2016 9:27pm Welcome to this week's Chutes and Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. Please send the good word--or the bad--from your shop to Eric Sagonowsky (email) or Angus Liu (email), and we will feature it here at the end of each week. Allergan International’s former head Paul Navarre to lead Nestlé Skin Health Nestlé Skin Health Paul Navarre becomes new CEO. Nestlé, one of the world’s largest food companies, has been boosting its businesses in health and medicine, and its most recent move toward that direction is the recruitment of former Allergan ($AGN) exec Paul Navarre as the new CEO of its dermatology branch. Navarre has spent 10 years at Allergan and was most recently the president of Allergan’s international business outside the U.S. Prior to that, he spent 15 years with Procter & Gamble ($PG), being involved in both consumer goods and healthcare. Humberto Antunes, the company’s current CEO, “has decided to give a new direction to his career” and will leave the company at the end of October, according to a release sent out by the company. Nestlé Skin Health was formerly known as Galderma, a JV co-owned by Nestlé and L’Oréal, and became a wholly owned subsidiary of Nestlé in 2014. FiercePharma Boston Scientific hires veteran cardiologist Prof. Ian Meredith as EVP and CMO Prof. Ian Meredith will join as EVP and global CMO. Prof. Ian Meredith, a professor of medicine and cardiology at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia and the head of its CV research, will join medical device giant Boston Scientific ($BSX) as its executive vice president and global chief medical officer next January. He is taking the baton from Dr. Keith Dawkins, who has announced his intention to retire after nine years with the company. Prof. Meredith brings with him more than 25 years of experience as a clinical and interventional cardiologist. His researches are focused on devices for the treatment of coronary artery and structural heart disease, and he has been an adviser to the company for many years in that field. “His strong relationships within the global research and clinical community and his track record applying novel technologies to advance science and care for patients make him ideally suited to drive innovation and succeed Keith in this role,” said Mike Mahoney, chairman and CEO of Boston Scientific. Release Enrico Bastianelli to step down as CEO of Bone Therapeutics Bone Therapeutics Enrico Bastianelli is leaving the company. After 10 years with Bone Therapeutics, Enrico Bastianelli recently decided to quit his role as CEO of the company for personal reasons, leaving current chief business officer Thomas Lienard, who joined the company less than a year ago, as Interim CEO. Pior to joining Bone Therapeutics, Lienard had worked at Lundbeck and Eli Lilly ($LLY). During Bastianelli’s reign, Bone Therapeutics achieved a successful IPO in 2015, raising €37 million. He also helped Preob and Allob--two of the company’s first-in-class drugs--through development process. FierceBiotech > Stuart Grant, EVP and CFO of Patheon ($PTHN), will retire in 2017. Release > Millendo Therapeutics of Ann Arbor, MI, has named John Kirk as VP of regulatory affairs, Naidong Ye, as VP of chemistry, manufacturing and controls, and Jennifer Minai-Azary as VP of finance. Release > EffRx Pharmaceuticals has promoted former Amgen ($AMGN) and Alexion ($ALXN) exec Lorenzo Bosisio as its new CEO. Release > Rock Health named Bill Evans as its managing director. Evans joins after 13 years at Genentech and its parent company Roche. Release > Carl Zeiss Meditec, the Medical Technology Business Group of Zeiss, appoints Dr. Steven C. Schallhorn as Chief Medical Officer for global ophthalmic devices. Release > Gene therapy company Adverum Biotechnologies ($ADVM) appoints Amber Salzman, former president and COO, as new CEO. Release > Siga Technologies taps Dr. Phil Gomez as new CEO. Release > Inovio ($INO) appoints Dr. Ildiko Csiki and Dr. Jeffrey Skolnik as two new VPs of oncology clinical development. Release > Osage University Partners, a venture capital fund that invests in university startups in fields including life sciences, announces the promotion of Matt Cohen to Principal. Release hiring Chutes and Ladders cardiovascular dermatology bone repair Bone Therapeutics Nestlé Allergan Boston Scientific Angus Liu https://twitter.com/rj_liu https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruojingliu	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2556
__label__wiki	0.578833	0.578833	Keyword: GE Vineti scores $13M+, launches cloud-based platform for cell therapies by Amirah Al Idrus Vineti is launching its cloud-based system to streamline company processes and accelerate patient access to cell and gene therapies. GE Ventures, NY’s Northwell Health launch bioelectronics alliance GE Ventures has entered a strategic alliance with the Feinstein Institute, the research arm of New York’s Northwell Health, to advance new bioelectronic therapies and diagnostics for a range of diseases. General Electric - Top R&D innovators in med tech by Emily Wasserman General Electric CEO Jeff Immelt said last year that R&D would be a top priority for the company in 2015. But despite the company’s firm commitment to innovation, it spent less on R&D last year than in 2014.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2557
__label__wiki	0.968049	0.968049	Spark grabs FDA nod for Luxturna, a breakthrough gene therapy likely bearing a pioneering price by Eric Sagonowsky \| The FDA on Tuesday approved Spark Therapeutics' Luxturna, a gene therapy for a rare disease that can cause blindness. At a time when rare disease drugmakers routinely strike up criticism with their pricing decisions, Spark Therapeutics is surely prepping a pitch for its newly approved Luxturna. On Tuesday, the FDA signed off on the gene therapy, among the world's first, to treat an inherited form of vision loss that can result in blindness. Luxturna is now Spark's only approved med and works by delivering a gene called RPE65 into a patient's retinal cells, which then produce a protein to restore vision loss. The one-time treatment uses a naturally occurring adeno-associated virus to deliver the gene. According to the FDA, Luxturna is the first U.S. gene therapy that targets a disease caused by specific mutations. Spark isn't disclosing price until January, but analysts have suggested a potential $1 million price tag for the one-time treatment. Last month, when reporting its third-quarter results, the company said the med offers a "a value in excess" of $1 million, Evercore ISI analyst Steven Breazzano wrote in a note. RELATED: Spark Therapeutics’ Luxturna advisory committee vote sets gene therapy landmark "Luxturna is expected to be available for administration in select treatment centers late in the first quarter of 2018," a spokesperson told FiercePharma. According to Breazzano, the company has touted plans to set up three or four "centers of excellence" for the launch, which could grow to 10 over time. As of its third-quarter report, the company hadn't said how many patients it's identified for potential treatment, according to the analyst. It remains to be seen how payers will react. In recent years, some superpricey meds have struggled due to lack of demand, payer restrictions or both. UniQure, for instance, had to discontinue its $1 million gene therapy Glybera in Europe, while GlaxoSmithKline recently said it's exploring a sale for its rare disease portfolio. The company's gene therapy Strimvelis has only made its way to a few patients since launch. RELATED: Novartis crosses FDA finish line with monumental CAR-T leukemia approval With those factors considered, it'll be up to Spark to convince payers and the medical community its med is worth the price. Consensus estimates for sales are $75 million for 2018, Breazzano noted, which implies treatment of 75 patients at $1 million or 50 patients at $1.5 million. Evercore ISI predicted $381 million in sales for the med in 2019. Analysts with Barclays noted that Spark received a rare pediatric disease priority review voucher with the nod. The vouchers, which drugmakers use to speed up agency reviews of important new meds, have sold for $125 million to $130 million in resale lately. While the approval marks a first for the FDA, the agency and the medical community already entered a new age for cancer treatment this year when Novartis' Kymriah and Gilead's Yescarta, two CAR-T treatments for rare cancers, won their marketing nods. Kymriah costs $475,000 and Yescarta costs $373,000 before discounts; both are one-time treatments. In a statement Tuesday, FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said the approval "reinforces the potential of this breakthrough approach in treating a wide-range of challenging diseases." Gottlieb added he believes gene therapy "will become a mainstay in treating, and maybe curing, many of our most devastating and intractable illnesses." drug prices gene therapy Spark Therapeutics U.S. FDA Scott Gottlieb Kymriah (tisagenlecleucel) Yescarta (axicabtagene ciloleucel) Gilead Sciences Novartis Eric Sagonowsky	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2558
__label__wiki	0.521408	0.521408	Top 10 Cardio Drugs 2012 by Eric Palmer \| For years, cardio was king. The world's all-time best-selling drug, Pfizer's ($PFE) Lipitor, after all, is an antihyperlipidemic drug. Cardio drugs have traditionally made up one of the largest categories of therapeutic treatment in the drug universe. According to EvaluatePharma's World Preview 2018 report, combined sales of antihypertensive drugs and antihyperlipidemics were more than $70 billion in 2011. That would put them at the top of the heap. Sales of antihypertensive drugs alone were more than $40 billion that year, making them the second-largest therapy area defined by the report, behind oncology drugs at $64.4 billion. The list, compiled by EvaluatePharma, includes the theraputic areas categorized as cardio, so it does not include some products sometimes used for heart disease but not in that therapeutic area, including blood thinners like Plavix. But many of the top cardio drugs are long in the tooth, and generics are now eating their lunch. Did I mention Lipitor? Sales cratered last year, falling nearly 60%. Despite that, the drug placed third among the top 10 cardio drugs of 2012, a reminder of the stature it had achieved. Four of the top 10 have lost patent protection in the last two years, and most will be off patent by 2016, with only Merck's ($MRK) Vytorin protected until 2017. Last year, the top 10 cardio drugs racked up sales of $28.644 billion, down 23% from the $37.271 billion they sold in 2011. Still, the group has made a lot of money for its companies for years and, in some cases, completely changed the treatment of heart disease. It is an interesting list. Only Merck has two drugs in the top 10. The other drugmakers make up a broad swath of the pharma industry. Read our report below, and if you have some insights you would like to share, please do. -- Eric Palmer (email \| Twitter) \| Carly Helfand (email \| Twitter) Blopress Tracleer Book traversal links for Top 10 Cardio Drugs 2012 Crestor › Remicade and Xarelto woes haven't stopped J&J hiking forecast Johnson & Johnson faces a litany of problems, but executives are clearly not concerned—at least not about the company's short-term fortunes. by Arlene Weintraub Apr 17, 2018 12:19pm Gene therapy cures might not deliver sustainable sales: analyst This week, Goldman Sachs resurrected a burning question: How can pharma companies profit from curing patients with one-time gene and cell therapies? by Arlene Weintraub Apr 12, 2018 11:45am CMS stalls add-on hospital payments for Gilead’s CAR-T CMS has determined how it'll pay for Gilead's CAR-T cancer therapy, Yescarta, for outpatient use, but hasn't yet decided on Gilead's… by Arlene Weintraub Apr 6, 2018 11:11am	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2559
__label__wiki	0.767572	0.767572	Metric fasteners are produced for use in applications outside of the sphere of influence of the US and English systems. That difference aside, there are no other meaningful differences between metric and non-metric fasteners. Read More… Metric Fasteners Metric fasteners are fastening and connecting tools that are measured according to the International System of Units (more commonly known as "the metric system" in the United States) instead of the US Customary System (also called the American system). Metric Fasteners - Ford Fasteners, Inc. These connective mechanisms are used to join and secure materials together. Metric fasteners can be broken down into two types: threaded industrial fasteners and non-threaded industrial fasteners. They are also available in different forms including metal industrial fasteners, plastic fasteners, or composite industrial fasteners. If needed, conversion charts for the American and metric systems are available from most fastener manufacturers. Threaded metric fasteners, such as nuts, bolts, and screws, contain spiral ridges called threads, which aid in the attachment of the fasteners. Continuous-thread studs, with two nuts applied, are used for flange bolting and are threaded from end to end. Tap-end studs, on the other hand, have a short thread on one end, used for screwing into a tapped hole, and a longer thread on the other. This longer end is called a nut-end and may have either a chamfered or round point. Double-end studs have equal-length threads with chamfered points on both ends and are used for flange bolting or other applications in which torching from both ends is necessary. Unlike threaded metric fasteners, non-threaded metric fasteners, such as rivet metric fasteners, ring metric fasteners, and pin metric fasteners, do not contain threads. As a result, these metric fasteners can be quickly assembled and removed from components and do not need extra industrial fastening hardware. Bind metric fastener rivets, or pop metric fastener rivets, are inserted into a pre-drilled hole where a rivet gun pulls on a headed-shaft, which passes through the rivet. The shaft breaks or "pops," leaving a bulge on the head of the rivet, which holds the two parts together. Dowel pins can be straight, tapered, rolled or grooved and provide perfect alignment, holding parts in absolute relation to one another. Most retaining rings need a groove to seal them into position and are stamped both internally and externally. While some of them may be self-locking, both kinds are used to keep parts from slipping or sliding apart. Several other varieties of non-threaded metric fasteners also exist. Metric Fasteners Informational Video © Metric Fastener Manufacturers \| Metric Fastener Suppliers \| Home \| Request for Quote \| Photo Gallery \| Privacy Policy/Terms of use \| List of Companies \| Sitemap	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2563
__label__cc	0.654386	0.345614	Plastic fasteners offer the benefits of being durable, economical, efficient and aesthetically appealing. They are available in a wide range of colors and sizes. Fasteners constructed from plastic also offer the advantage of being resistant to corrosion, shock and vibration. Read More… Plastic Fasteners Plastic fasteners are screws, bolts and other plastic tools used to join and secure materials together. Plastic fasteners, despite their comparative lower strength, are a popular alternative to traditional metal fasteners in some situations. Common components of children's toys, plastic fasteners are also used to help make appliances and automobiles. Plastic fasteners are available in different plastic materials, fastener head types, colors and panel ranges. Though plastic fasteners have gained in popularity in a number of industrial, commercial and consumer products contexts, they remain unsuitable for use in many applications. Aerospace fasteners, for example, are often constructed of titanium because of the tremendous stress that they are expected to endure, particularly in the case of aircraft structural fasteners. Plastic Fasteners - Ford Fasteners, Inc. Automotive fasteners are also made of metal, usually steel or stainless steel, with the exception of fasteners used to secure upholstery or other non-structural components. Plastic fasteners can be broken down into two main types: threaded industrial fasteners and non-threaded industrial fasteners. Threaded plastic fasteners, such as nuts, bolts and screws, contain spiral ridges called threads, which aid in the fastener's attachment. Continuous-thread studs, with two nuts applied and threading from end to end, are often used for flange bolting. Tap-end studs, in contrast, have a short thread on one end, used for screwing into a tapped hole, and a longer thread on the other. This longer end, called a nut-end, may have either a chamfered or round point. Double-end studs, another type of threaded plastic fasteners, have equal-length threads on both ends with chamfered points. This type is primarily used for flange bolting or other applications in which torching from both ends is necessary. Non-threaded plastic fasteners, such as rivet plastic fasteners, ring plastic fasteners and pin plastic fasteners, do not contain threads. These plastic fasteners can be quickly assembled and removed from components and do not need extra plastic fastening hardware. Bind plastic fastener rivets, or pop plastic fastener rivets, are inserted into a pre-drilled hole and a rivet gun pulls on a headed-shaft that passes through the rivet. The shaft breaks or "pops," leaving a bulge on the head of the rivet, which holds the two parts together. Dowel pins can be straight, tapered, rolled or grooved and provide perfect alignment, holding parts in absolute relation to one another. Most retaining rings need a groove to seal them into position and are stamped both internally and externally. While some of them may be self-locking, both kinds are used to keep parts from slipping or sliding apart. Plastic Fasteners Informational Video © Plastic Fastener Manufacturers \| Plastic Fastener Suppliers \| Home \| Request for Quote \| Photo Gallery \| Privacy Policy/Terms of use \| List of Companies \| Sitemap	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2564
__label__wiki	0.624398	0.624398	Fembio-Specials Weblog Joey Weblog Luise Fembio-Forum About Fembio FemBio-authors and contributors Luise F. Pusch everywhere in titles only Biographies Germaine Greer born 29 Januar 1939 in Melbourne, Australia Australian feminist, journalist, literary scholar and art historian 70. birthday 29 January 2009 Biography • Literature & Sources She issued a call to “womanpower,” not equality but liberation from the patriarchy with its perverted expectations of femininity. Women had been castrated after centuries of oppression and Greer called for a radical change, even for a female version of sexual promiscuity. For my generation Germaine Greer’s The Female Eunuch (1970) along with Kate Millett’s Sexual Politics (1969) remains a classic of the so-called “second wave” of feminism. In this work and in later texts (The Change, 1991; The Whole Woman, 1999) Greer argues both for and against women, not always consistently. The personal experiences she gathered from travelling in India and Africa are brought to bear on the issue of fertility and population control in Sex and Destiny (1984), in which she not only faults scientists, medical doctors and psychologists, but also western women who don’t even know what is meant by their slogan of “sisterhood,” as they continue to buy into consumerism while globally poverty is being feminized. The privileged American and European woman is still a eunuch in her eyes, who lets a steroid be prescribed for every phase in her life, whether billed as birth control or hormone replacement therapy. Women’s legitimate pain, sorrow and frustration are medicalized without sufficient knowledge of their physiology or psychology. The results are even more catastrophic when such drugs are distributed by the profit-seeking, multi-national pharmaceutical firms with the cooperation of governmental and non-governmental bureaucracies under the misguided idea that a “population explosion” must be prevented. Because of her multi-cultural approach Greer often comes to unconventional conclusions, for instance her praise of coitus interruptus as a means of birth control or her seeming acceptance of clitorectomy among certain African tribes. Such positions have understandably drawn heavy criticism from other feminists. In her later works Greer has emphasizes motherliness and the “matrilocality” she has found in other cultures. She values relationships among women of every possible kind, especially as they age, although she tends to give lesbians short shrift in her analyses. “The private is still political” (The Whole Woman). Greer rejects biographers. In Daddy: We Hardly Knew You (1989), her most personal book, she describes her long search to uncover the familial mystery behind her distant father. The daughter of Reginald Greer [aka the adoptee, Eric Greeney] and his wife Margaret, née Lafrank, she grew up in a lower middle-class household in a suburb of Melbourne, went to the Star of Sea Convent School for girls, then to university in Melbourne and Sydney. A Commonwealth fellowship brought the talented student to Cambridge, England in 1964. As an anarchistic “hippie” she practiced the tactic of shocking a bourgeois audience. At the same time that she was founding the magazine SUCK, however, she was finishing her doctorate on Shakespeare. Even after the publication of The Female Eunuch brought her fame and fortune she pursued a career on these two different tracks. As a public intellectual she likes to incite and enjoys the thrust and parry of journalism and media events. With some breaks, she also has maintained a more traditional academic career, most recently (1983-2003) as Professor of English and Comparative Studies at Warwick University. She is a respected literary critic (Shakespeare; Slipshod Sybils) and an editor or co-editor and publisher of little-known women writers, especially poets, (Kissing the Rod: An Anthology of 17th Century Women’s Verse; The Uncollected Verse of Aphra Behn; 101 Poems by 101 Women). In the early 80s that she spent at the University of Tulsa in Oklahoma, she founded the respected journal, Tulsa Studies in Women’s Literature. Later she brought works of women writers to light by means of her own publishing house, Stump Cross Books. In addition, Greer crossed over into art criticism, most notably with The Obstacle Race: The Fortunes of Women Painters and Their Work (1979). Her most recent book in this field, The Beautiful Boy (2003) has been controversial as some readers call it a work of pornography rather than art historical criticism. Her anti-capitalist worldview, the variety of her interests, and her tendency to polemics and willingness to shock, both in writing and in her media appearances, remain. Among Greer’s most recent works we can find such varied texts as a polemic on the situation of the Aborigines, White Fella Jump Up (2004), a monograph about Shakespeare’s wife, Ann Hathaway (2007), and a collection of Poems for Gardeners (2003). She claims to appreciate the joy that comes only to women in their later years, a power derived from the “serenity” they can finally achieve when they can “let go” of all the expectations of others (The Change). But she still wants to be subversive. “If the world has dubbed you crone, you might as well be one. There is no point growing old unless you can be a witch, and accumulate spiritual power in place of the political and economic power that has been denied you as a woman” (The Change). But it is English poetry that has provided her with “the charms and incantations” that she has needed “to lay upon the wound in [her] soul” (Daddy). “Womanpower means the self-determination of women, and that means that all the baggage of paternalistic society will have to be thrown overboard.” (Female Eunuch 108) … We need real “cunt-power” not more “penetration mania.” (Whole Woman 28) “…equality is no substitute for liberation.” (Whole Woman 175) “The notion of equality takes the male status quo as the condition to which women aspire.” (Whole Woman 311) “A woman’s body is the battlefield where she fights for liberation.” (Whole Woman 114) “Sexual religion is the opiate of the supermenial.” (Female Eunuch 184) “It is not women who need men’s erections, but men.” (Whole Woman 283) ”Simple sensuality is able to function as a medium through which to see and celebrate the child but not, it seems, the man. The boy is the forgotten middle term. The boy Eros would bring the sexes to a reconciliation, if we would only acknowledge him.” (Beautiful Boy 244) “There is no such thing as security. There never has been.” (Female Eunuch 236) “As long as man is at odds with his own sexuality and as long as he keeps woman as a solely sexual creature, he will hate her, at least some of the time.” (Female Eunuch 250) “The deeper the morass of misogyny through which we all have to wade the more vociferous the condemnation of anyone who dares to mention it.” (Whole Woman 296) “Old men still send young men to war, and will continue to do so as long as the rest of us let them.” (Beautiful Boy 193) “It would be genuine revolution if women would suddenly stop loving the victors in violent encounters.” (Female Eunuch 315) “The personal is still political.” (Whole Woman 342) “Their defeats [women artists] can teach us about the nature of their struggle; their successes assure us that we too can do it.” (Obstacle Race 11) “You and I need all the mothers we can get …. Dignified motherhood is a feminist priority.” (Whole Woman 215-16) “…lifestlyle feminism has been a sideshow. The main event, the world-wide feminization of poverty, is a tragedy that is moving inexorably and unseen to an unimaginably terrible dénouement.” (Whole Woman 334) “If we are nobly cultivating a global consciousness in the minds of the world’s peasant millions in order that they may produce fewer claimants to the resources we have already depleted so wantonly, perhaps we had better endure the global consciousness ourselves, and commit suicide.” (Sex and Destiny 444) “The good we have done will be interned with our pampered bones, while our evil lives on after us in a deformed and suffering world.” (Sex and Destiny 451) “Menopause puts women back in touch with their anger after thirty years of censorship by estrogen.” [The Change 118] “Deciding which behaviors mirror female and which the castrated form of the feminine is not easy, until menopause burns off the impurities. What remains in the crucible after that proof is the whole woman.” (Whole Woman 243) “…sadness is the matrix from which wit and irony spring; sadness is uncomfortable and creative, which is why consumer society cannot tolerate it.” (Whole Woman 181) Author: Margaret E. Ward Literature & Sources “Germaine Greer,” 2006. International Who’s Who of Women, 5th edition. London & New York. Routledge. Greer, Germaine. 2003. The Beautiful Boy. New York. Rizzoli. Greer, Germaine. 1992. The Change: Women, Aging, and the Menopause. New York. Knopf. Greer, Germaine. 1990, c1989. Daddy, We Hardly Knew You. New York. Knopf. Greer, Germaine. 1970. The Female Eunuch. New York. McGraw Hill. Germaine Greer, et al. Hg. 1989 [1988]. Kissing the Rod: An Anthology of 17th Century Women’s Verse. New York. Farrar, Straus & Giroux. Greer, Germaine. 1979. The Obstacle Race: The Fortunes of Women Painters And Their Work. New York. Farrar, Straus, Giroux. Greer, Germaine. 1984. Sex and Destiny: The Politics of Human Fertility. New York. Harper & Row. Greer, Germaine. 2007. Shakespeare’s Wife: The Life and Time of Anne Hathaway. London. Bloomsbury. Greer, Germaine. 1995. Slipshod Sybils: Recognition, Rejection and the Woman Poet. Greer, Germaine. 2004. White Fella Jump Up. London. Profile. Greer, Germaine. 1999. The Whole Woman. New York. Knopf. Miller, Laura. “Germaine Greer.” (10.1.2008) Tillyard, Stella. “Germaine Greer.” (11.1.2008) If you hold the rights to one or more of the images on this page and object to its/their appearance here, please contact Fembio. 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__label__wiki	0.61438	0.61438	New technique could accelerate waste-to-methane production U of A engineering researchers find ways to turn waste fat, oil and grease into a supply of renewable energy. Environmental engineering master's student Bappi Chowdhury (left) and supervisor Bipro Dhar in the lab with a "digester" they are developing that uses microbes to convert a mixture of food waste and fat, oil and grease into renewable biomethane. (Photo: Sean Townsend) By BRENT WITTMEIER University of Alberta engineers have found a way to turn waste fat, oil and grease into a steady supply of renewable energy. In a recent study, environmental engineering master’s student Bappi Chowdhury and his colleagues found that adding conductive materials to the waste products could potentially turn them into a reliable feedstock, allowing for a production rate of up to 70 per cent more biomethane—a renewable energy source—from a mixture of fat, oil and grease and ordinary food waste in an anaerobic digester. Energy-rich, fat-filled wastes are extremely slow to break down, forming barriers that stymie microbial digestion or floating to the surface at waste treatment facilities, which collect biomethane in the process. Despite their high energy potential—fats are composed of longer carbon chains that naturally degrade into natural gas—these substances often wind up in landfills, where they slowly degrade and are released into the atmosphere, a particular problem because methane is roughly 30 times more potent than carbon dioxide as a heat-trapping gas. The findings could have implications for municipalities struggling with clogged sewer lines, industrial agricultural facilities dealing with animal waste or governments hoping to reduce climate impacts. “It could solve a lot of problems,” said Chowdhury, who was the lead author of the study. “It’s sustainable, renewable energy, because as long as there are people, there will be food waste.” Granular activated carbon key Conductive materials have long been used in waste and wastewater treatment, but only in the past decade have they been used to stimulate biomethane production. A substance like granular activated carbon—the conductive material most effective in the new study—is better known for removing compounds that affect the smell and taste of treated water. But according to Bipro Dhar, a U of A assistant professor of environmental engineering, activated carbon can also function as a hub for microbes looking to dump or pick up electrons as part of biochemical processes. “It can change how microbes interact,” said Dhar, who supervised Chowdhury’s research. “It can significantly enhance how fast we can degrade those organics and produce biomethane.” The study also involved adding food waste to the mix to improve yields. Chowdhury found an optimal recipe of 70 per cent food waste—sourced from waste from the HUB Mall on the U of A’s campus—and 30 per cent fat, oil and grease from GHD Canada, an Ontario-based industry partner. He tested two conductive materials, granular activated carbon and magnetite, to see which worked better. The first conductive material reduced the time of decomposition from 20 to 25 days to just seven. There’s a second reason that granular activated carbon works so well. Microbes that naturally break down lipids and fats grow right on the conductive materials. A wider range of microbes remain in the mix in the digester, ensuring decomposition is more efficient than it would be on its own. “There was more enrichment of micro-organisms,” Chowdhury said. “There are so many microbes attached to the surface, it creates more balance.” Reducing climate impacts The new study is a potential game changer in treating organic waste, which makes up to 40 per cent of municipal waste in Canada and five per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Dhar lists a number of potential scenarios. If fat, oil and grease could be readily and reliably digested, a city like Edmonton might accept agricultural waste or restaurant waste to enhance its organic waste treatment. A rural poultry farm might switch from transporting waste hundreds of kilometres and opt to generate power and heat on site. A rural area in a developing country could generate more electricity from waste. Because anaerobic digesters can work at a variety of scales without a significant retrofit, it’s a solution that could potentially be implemented globally. Dhar sees another upside in the reduction of waste methane, a far more potent greenhouse gas that many overlook as a contributor to climate change. “The major problem with landfills is organic waste,” Dhar said. “Any kind of organics will eventually degrade and produce methane gas.” In 2015, Epcor estimated that it spent $2 million cleaning 1,200 kilometres of Edmonton sewers, along with another $1.6 million inspecting lines throughout the city. While the city has “Store it, don’t pour it” campaigns, the household grease that clogs sewer lines could one day be collected as a valuable resource. More work will first be needed, Dhar noted. That means looking for even better and cheaper conductive materials, economic feasibility studies and scaled-up pilot projects. “This is a very important project,” Dhar said. “We have a huge amount of fat, oil and grease produced across the country.” RSS feed - Read more stories (opens in new window) View all headlines - Read more stories COMMENTARY \|\| Pharmaceutical policy excludes the most vulnerable \| 21:53 America/Tegucigalpa Many valuable initiatives are outlined in the ambitious mandate letter from Justin Trudeau to his newly appointed health minister, Patty Hajdu. These include important responsibilities relating to … Read more from this release How long should you stay home with a cold or flu? It makes sense to stay home when you’re sick with a cold or flu, but when is it OK to go back to work? 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__label__wiki	0.66264	0.66264	Marvel Sets 'Thor' Sequel for Summer 2013 Release with 'Iron Man 3' Source: Deadline Back in April we heard the not-so-surprising news that sequels were already in the works for both Captain America: The First Avenger (check out the newest trailer right here) and Thor. Now Deadline has learned that today Marvel and Disney are announcing their full commitment to a sequel for the god of thunder with Chris Hemsworth putting on the helmet and cape again for a theatrical release sometime in the summer of 2013. Since Marvel and Disney have already set Iron Man 3 for release on May 3rd, 2013, so I'd expect Thor 2 to hit sometime in June or July afterwards. Actually, we might even have an exact date later today. However, with this announcement comes the news that Kenneth Branagh will not be returning to direct the sequel. Apparently there's no hard feelings between the studio and direct as his lack of involvement is said to be "mutual and amicable" and he'll still probably end up being a producer on the sequel anyway. Though he may not have the box office success to back it up, and his films haven't exactly been amazing, I think Scott Stewart, the director of Priest and Legion, has some great potential to do something with the Thor franchise. The weakest part of Stewart's films has been the script, but his direction, especially in the action department, has been pretty great. It'll also be interesting to see how The Avengers affects the story in the Thor sequel, if it does at all. Either way, get ready to feel the thunder again in the summer of 2013. So with Branagh not returning for the next one, who do you think should direct Thor 2 instead? Find more posts: Development, Movie News, Release Dates I think nobody should direct Thor 2 the first one was bad so why bother making a new one. But if I had to choose I'd do Christopher Nolan because he's a really good british director and Superhero. Jackmooney on Jun 30, 2011 I liked it. Isnt Kenneth Branagh British too? Anonymous on Jun 30, 2011 1. Thor was better then most Comic Book films that have been out for the past decade such as Fantastic Four(BOTH), Ghost Rider, Daredevil, Elektra, Spiderman 3, Punisher, Punisher Warzone, Blade Trinity, Jonah Hex, X-Men Origins, League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, The Spirit, Catwomen, and before the past decade they're have been more abominations. 2. Christopher Nolan? wtf? noo! he shouldn't sell himself out with comic book movies he should finish Batman 3 and stop after that. Most of his films are usually original ideas and they have all been great. He should stick with that. A Villa88 on Jun 30, 2011 Yeah, I mean....is this the best some people can say--"Just give it to Nolan"? I mean, what if he's not interested in THOR? And Branagh did a great job, at least in my view. Throwing out the "Let Nolan do it!" line is just shortsighted. Anonymous on Jul 1, 2011 Agreed. Everyone seems to want to get on their knees for Nolan these days. LOL Maverick Pete on Jul 1, 2011 Agreed. Thor was just not good. at all. Jackson on Jul 1, 2011 Its not for everyone. Maybe Green Lantern is more your thing. wow aren't you a sourpuss fella? "so bad why bother making a new one?" geez. The movie was entertaining at least enough to make a few bills and you can't blame them for trying to cash in on that. Harm on Jul 1, 2011 wat r u talking about that was like the best superhero movie of all time Ryan Mungo on Jul 9, 2011 Ryan Dunn RhythmDave on Jun 30, 2011 Alex Proyas would be a great choice for Thor 2 Loser on Jun 30, 2011 @ Jackmooney: so Chris Nolan is a really good Superhero? Hmm, interesting... Alfredo on Jun 30, 2011 if your going to do it, do it right, Guillermo del Toro Bit of a Dark Horse, but I'd like to see Mel Gibson direct it. Robharm on Jun 30, 2011 Robharm... pretty good idea actually. Daneforst on Jun 30, 2011 The only way to save comic book adaptions is to have Chris Nolan reboot them all Ashley_may on Jul 1, 2011 Yes I was joking Okay, cool...but I'm wiping the egg of my face right now. Only if he starts with Sin City 2. Still waiting for the Black Panther movie. Djimon Hounsou would be perfect for that. Any news on that from Marvel? Loser on Jul 1, 2011 No doubt. Its funny that blade saved marvels @$$. And haven't made another blk character as lead since. Yeah I know blade Trinity sucked, bit give us the king of wakanda. At least a cameo in the avengers I don't think it has anything to do with the fact he's black. It's more that he's a very little known character. I mean, personally i'd love to Djimon Hounsou do it (loved him since gladiator) but is it really neccesary to suggest Marvel are racist? Blargh. on Jul 2, 2011 that has nothing to do with it. Blade was a nobody character no one really know much about the character at all and it become a success and a cult classic. the same thing can happen for Black Panther. mace on Jul 3, 2011 Djimon is about intimidating enough to be the pink panther. There are far better-suited actors for black superheroes, especially one with the presence of Black Panther. I agree about Stewart directing good action and would love to see a Thor sequel. Comic book movies are far from dead. Some are quite good, some are very bad, some are absolutely amazing, and some are so terrible all involved should perish. Lamar on Jul 1, 2011 Are you kidding me with Scott Stewart?! Legion and Priest were SO bad I got into fist fights with the people that dragged me to see both those abominations! Major NO (see that? I no'd the hell out of that 'no' because its in caps) to Scott Stewart and the crappy writers he rolls with. Scared S#!tless on Jul 1, 2011 I'd like to see any of the following take a shot at Thor 2: Brad Bird Alfonso Cuaron Martin Campbell Pierre Morel David Yates Daniel Barber Dark Horse: John McTiernan Anon on Jul 1, 2011 I agree Zack Snyder... But i'd like to see what Michael Bay would do with it hahaha... MiKa on Jul 1, 2011 That would b epic Zack Snyder... with a good script. That he didn't write/revise. Plus give Branaugh creative control... to keep Zack on point. If you want to stay with British filmmakers with experience with blockbusters then I nominate Mike Newell (Prince of Persia, Harry Potter 4). BlackFantasyFilmmaker on Jul 1, 2011 I also think that Nimrod Antal would be a great choice, but for me I think it's going to be about the direction of the story. I hope it doesn't end up being a filler like Iron Man 2 was. BlackFantasyFilmmaker on Jul 19, 2011 hell ya THOR was an awesome movie!! alice eve for the entrantress!! Croniccris on Jul 1, 2011 Dude Mel Gibson could totally direct this. Nice RobHarm. This makes so much sense. Arm on Jul 1, 2011 Immagine a Thor/Braveheart movie. UH BADASS Sanderis on Jul 1, 2011 Yah, that would rock. But at this point in his career I don't think he could even get get a producing credit =( Conrad Williams on Jul 2, 2011 Super shout with Gibson....SUPER....a Gritty as shit THOR would be class. Ryan on Jul 1, 2011 just have whedon direct thor 2.. and iron man 3.. It would make sense Smendoza on Jul 1, 2011 Luc Beeson. Not specifically for Thor I'd just love to see him do a superhero movie. Scott Stewart?!.......Fucking Terrible Suggestion. Straight up fs.net Get Jason Reitman to wield the hammer....I think that would be pretty good! The new rule to into getting a director for superhero flick is just go completely random. i.e. Jon Favreau - Iron Man, Kenneth Branagh - Thor, Joss Whedon - Avengers (it was a stellar surprise, but no one saw it coming) There should not be a sequel to Thor. I made mistake of spending extra money to watch this trash in 3D. To say this movie was better then any of the Blade,Spider-Man, X-Men Origins movies is crazy talk. I would still put Spider-man 3 over Thor any day of the week. As far as Nolan taking over this movie, let's not go there and leave it at that. Twill5033 on Jul 4, 2011 This is a bad movie for Thor. Iron Man 3 will crash Thor 2. whatafy on Jul 5, 2011 Brian Taylor (crank & gamer) skinnybrowndog on Aug 12, 2011	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2576
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__label__cc	0.718237	0.281763	Fringe Season 5 News: The Observers SFX 223 PREVIEW: Exec producer exec JH Wyman teases the final season Fringe producers Jeff Pinkner and exec JH Wyman tease the final season of the fan favourite show in the new issue of SFX , and a here’s a little extract to whet your appetites: Will the season look like the fascist Observer-led future of 2036 glimpsed in the season four episode “Letters Of Transit”? “Yeah, I think it’s safe to say you will [see that],” says Wyman. “Part of our storytelling is about reveals and re-contextualizing what you think you know and what you’ve seen and putting it in a different mind frame for the viewer. It’s good to say that future is important to our storytelling but it’s not the be-all and end-all. The critical question is always why do we do flashbacks or flash-forwards and for us there is always a reason. Does ‘Letters Of Transit’ have further implications? It does. You need to understand what it is, or was, in order to fully grasp the thematic things we want to tell this year.” SFX #223 is in the shops on Wednesday 30 May. Read our Fringe Season Four reviews	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2582
__label__wiki	0.988881	0.988881	Bungie to work on Halo 3 for “probably … two more years” By Blake Ellison 03.27.2009 :: 2:19PM EST 03.27.2009 Halo series producer Allen Murray dropped the bomb that series creator Bungie will remain hard at work on Halo 3 content into the future despite the studio’s new found independence from publisher Microsoft.{ad} “Halo 3 took two and a half years to make, and we’re still working on it,” Murray said during a Bungie panel at the Game Developers Conference. “We’ll probably be working on it for two more years.” Bungie is suspected to be working on further downloadable content for the 2007 shooter even after the release of the Mythic Map Pack, which arrives in April. Fans have previously believed that the end of Bungie’s work on the series would come with Halo 3: ODST, a larger expansion that removes the iconic Master Chief from the picture. Given Bungie’s extended work on the Halo series – which is all it did under Microsoft ownership – one may wonder why the the studio worked so hard to regain its independence. According to Murray, the team now has the freedom to work on multiple projects, something it never had in the MS era. Details on Bungie’s future projects are still slim, though prior to Halo the company was known for Mac shooter Marathon and the real-time tactical strategy series Myth, so it’s fair to say the studio is capable of a game that won’t be just like Halo. Read more at Joystiq More in Games 01.17.2020 :: 11:48AM EST :: Jordan Minor 01.15.2020 :: 1:18PM EST :: Jordan Minor Watch the First Trailer for Super Nintendo World Theme Park 01.20.2020 :: 10:58AM EST 01.20.2020 :: 9:02AM EST	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2584
__label__wiki	0.715948	0.715948	January 6, 2019 / 3 Comments In playing the game Red Dead Redemption 2, I began to fall in love with the character of Arthur Morgan. So it got me to thinking, what are some of the most memorable protagonists over the years in video games. I took this question to social media. So I'd like to discuss video game protagonists… the worst and the best. My personal favorite is John Marston from the first Red Dead Redemption. Who do you think was amazing? Who do you think was forgettable? pic.twitter.com/OTKPnqX2lA — Geek With That (@GeekWithThat) November 27, 2018 Dom and Marcus (Gears of War series) Across the board, which makes the heart wrenching moments all that more painful to watch, because you are a part of it. YOU went on the journey with these characters, you didn’t just sit on the sidelines. Much love for gears on a whole! — g3ars97 ?♞ (@g3ars97) November 28, 2018 What a wild journey that Gears of War trilogy was on the Xbox 360! Much of that can be credited to the strong leads of Dom and Marcus. I think what makes these heroes great is no matter how many hits their world takes, they never give up. They never lose hope for a better future returning their home to its former glory. A lesser person would have given up, but not those two. When the stuff hits the fan, Marcus maintains his composure and keeps calm under an intense amount of pressure. It is because of that, that your squad pulls through most of the time Solid Snake (Metal Gear Solid) pic.twitter.com/yYTSdJppwI — Doctor Nerdly (@DoctorNerdly) November 27, 2018 The Metal Gear Solid series has been a celebrated series for some time. A lot of that is due to absolutely wild plot and the strength of the first game’s protagonist, Solid Snake. Solid Snake can be summed up in two words, “bad ass” in a game that can also be summed up in two words, “total madness.” What is even more astonishing as the plot reveals itself, Snake rolls with the punches like a true champ. Clementine (Telltale’s The Walking Dead series) Clementine the walking dead pic.twitter.com/SgX9wOGrEA — PHD "fashionably late" Graphics (@GraphicsPhd) November 27, 2018 Telltale’s The Walking Dead game series is set in the graphic novel universe. However, Clementine and most of the characters are original characters. What a journey it has been for those who played The Walking Dead series for the past 6 years. In the first game, we began raising her with Lee. Then, after the sad conclusion of that game, we have gone on to her adulthood in the next 3 games. We saw her once as an innocent child. Now we see her as someone you would not want to cross in the post apocalyptic zombie land. Telltale studios have been closed. There is a lot of controversy over what happened there. However, no one can deny the legacy that this game series has left us, and a lot of that is due to the character of Clementine. John Marston (Red Dead Redemption) Now, we go to the person I personally suggested and many had agreed with as one of the best video game protagonists, John Marston in Red Dead Redemption. There are many reasons why John will always be my favorite. For a man who lived on the run as an outlaw most of his life and living in the times in which he lived in, he was very level-headed and rational. Something that we even find ourselves often lack now as a society. Very often during conflicts, he was the voice of reason. Also, the voice acting for this character was top notch. The actor, Rob Wiethoff, brought authenticity to John. You could feel that he was a man who had lived, and much of it with regret. After so many hours into the game, you come to the ending. Never has a video game ending traumatized me so much. Delusional eBay Video Game Listings 4 Video Games With Songs So Odd, They’re Iconic… Dreamcast: Games You Need In Your Library Vanilla_Bizcotti Nice read! Don and Marcus are good characters! Smango Snake is the only one that been around long enough in my opinion. No Mario? Yahs! Master chief for me, but gears right behind it. Love both universes and both series has excellent protagonists. Link would be another 4 me. Solid snake and marston are some of my favs ever, excellent picks and excellent read.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2585
__label__wiki	0.908327	0.908327	Politics of Friday, 29 November 2019 Source: adomonline.com Mahama will beat Bawumia on economic management any day – Kwakye Ofosu Former Deputy Minister of Information, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, is questioning the economic acumen of Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, three years in office. In his view, the second gentleman of the land, known as ‘economic wizkid’, has gained “dubious distinction for peddling untruths.” Mr Ofosu was reacting to a challenge thrown to former President John Mahama to show his legacy while in government. Dr Bawumia asked Mr Mahama to tell Ghanaians one legacy that he left in Northern Ghana – a challenge the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has adequately answered. In support, Mr Ofosu on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme, Wednesday said it was unfortunate the Vice President is usurping the functions of serial callers. He noted that Dr Bawumia’s penchant to peddle untruths “makes mockery of the office he holds.” When it comes to economic records, the former Deputy Information Minister said the Vice President is no match for Mr Mahama. He said Dr Bawumia cannot claim to be the best thing that happened to Ghana because his record as head of the Economic Management Team compared to that of former President Mahama between 2009 and 2012 is bad. He said the Mahama-led Economic Management Team grew the economy by 4.8%, 10% in 2010 and by 14.4% and 9% in the years 2011 and 2012 respectively. But, Dr Bawumia in 2017 grew the economy by 8.1%, 6.3% in 2018 and in 2019 it grew by 6.3 %. Based on this track record, Mr Ofosu stressed that the Vice President has brought the dignity of the Vice Presidency into disrepute. He charged Dr Bawumia to bring sobriety, candour and depth to the office because “he takes too much delight in propaganda.” I’ll bring back automatic promotion for teachers – Mahama Mahama unqualified to speak against electoral violence – Govt Anti-Corruption crusaders needs maximum support - Mahama 2019 was a difficult year for businesses – Mahama 2020 polls: Meet, surpass past ECs' high standards – Mahama to Jean Mensa	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2590
__label__wiki	0.589217	0.589217	The future of School of Haskell and FP Haskell Center. Posted by Michael Snoyman - 15 April, 2015 Last month, we announced the open sourcing of ide-backend, the engine underlying both School of Haskell and FP Haskell Center. In this blog post, I'm going to lay out FP Complete's plans for the future of both of those services, and our overall commercial Haskell tooling. tl;dr Open sourcing School of Haskell, releasing brand new open source Stackage-based tooling, and merging the features of FP Haskell Center into the other two offerings. School of Haskell School of Haskell has served as a foundational service for interactive Haskell training, written in a collaborative way. In our efforts to help increase adoption of Haskell, we've decided that the best next step for the evolution of School of Haskell is to fully open source it. Concretely, our plans are: Open up a new code base for School of Haskell, under the auspices of the Commercial Haskell Special Interest Group Host the site on its own dedicated domain name, http://www.schoolofhaskell.com/ Set up redirects as necessary Make the content of School of Haskell much more open Make the terms of use more open, likely moving towards a Creative Commons license Make it easier to interact with the raw content of the school, possibly by storing the content in a Git repository that is publicly cloneable Encourage collaborators on the code base to get new features in place (and see the FP Haskell Center discussion below for more information on this from us) To be clear: FP Complete fully intends to continue maintaining both the code base and the live servers. This move is intended to allow others to contribute their own, wonderful new ideas to the project. Stackage-based Tooling FP Complete started the Stackage project about three years ago to address issues around library compatibility and collaborative development on teams, and it has been a resounding success. It's already the basis for School of Haskell and FP Haskell Center, and with Stackage Server is fully available to all users as an easy way to get sane package sets. We started LTS Haskell at the beginning of this year, which has only increased that success further. Today's Stackage project answers a lot of the demand for better tooling, especially in the commercial realm. However, it doesn't answer everything. Companies we work with need solutions for everything from CI integration, to editor plugins, to deployment solutions. FP Haskell Center answers some of these demands, but not all of them. Over the past year, we've been working with our customers to develop a commercial grade set of tools that solve these problems more holistically, and we are happy with the result. Our new tooling is integrated tightly with Stackage, provides improvements to some flaws in currently available tooling, and adds in functionality not yet present at all in the open source world. For example: Distribution of binary package databases to your whole team, avoiding recompile time and ensuring consistent environments Reliable rebuilding of all local packages with a single command Built in documentation serving for your entire package set Powerful code exploration features We feel comfortable with the quality of the tooling to now take it to the next step. So over the next few weeks, we will begin the process of open sourcing all of this tooling to the Haskell community. As we release components, we will be describing their functionality, explaining expected use cases, and documenting current shortcomings. But the short answer is: if you're working on developing Haskell applications, this tooling is likely to make your life significantly better. FP Haskell Center This leaves the question: what of FP Haskell Center? We initially received a lot of requests from companies looking for a web based IDE. However, over the past two years, we have seen that- in reality- people were looking to solve two different use cases: For learners: an easy way to get started with learning Haskell For application writers: a reliable set of tools for developing, building, and shipping software After careful consideration, we believe that the two offerings mentioned above- School of Haskell and Stackage-based tooling- are the best way forward, and that continuing to push FP Haskell Center as a development platform is not a good path forward. Instead, our goals are to take the best that FP Haskell Center has to offer, such as interactive type information, and make them available in both School of Haskell and our commercial tooling. At the end of the day, we'll be offering two very complementary products: a hosted learning site for quickly getting up to speed with Haskell, and commercial grade tooling for writing software. The first concrete step on this path is going to be our Stackage-based tooling work. We're hoping to get a first public version out the door in short order. The following step is open sourcing School of Haskell. Once that is fully done, we'll start the discussions around FP Haskell Center. It is still a service that many people use, and we have no intention of pulling the rug out from under people. Our timeline their will likely be to: leave FP Haskell Center running for quite a while when School of Haskell and Stackage-based tooling become solid enough offerings to replace it, officially deprecate it some time after that, stop offering FP Haskell Center as a separate service We very much welcome community input on these plans. Let's kick off a discussion on Reddit.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2595
__label__wiki	0.819401	0.819401	Momota caps stellar year with 11th badminton title Shanghai (AFP) World number one Kento Momota fought back from a game down to win his 11th badminton title of the year on Sunday with victory at the BWF World Tour Finals. The peerless Japanese player defeated Indonesia's Anthony Ginting 17-21, 21-17, 21-14 in 87 high-quality minutes in the final at the season-ending showpiece in Guangzhou. Momota surpasses the 10 tournaments won by recently retired Malaysian great Lee Chong Wei in 2010. "At this World Tour Finals I played carefully from the first match partly with the aim of winning an 11th title," the 25-year-old Momota said. "Even in tough games I did not give up." Momota was pushed all the way by the speedy Ginting and the Japanese fell 12-5 down in the deciding third game to the world number eight. However, the reigning two-time world champion surged back. Ginting was trailing 17-14 when he called the doctor on court for treatment on his right foot. The fading Indonesian continued but Momota rammed home his advantage to seal a stellar season in style. The 23-year-old Ginting has now tasted defeat in all five of his finals this year. "He led (in the deciding game) but I was patient," said Momota, who was banned for a year in 2016 for illegal gambling. "And then I got to know that he was suffering pain so all I needed to do was stay calm." In the women's final China's Chen Yufei also roared back from a game down to defeat Taiwan's Tai Tzu-ying 12-21, 21-12, 21-17. Chen will replace Tai as world number one in the latest rankings.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2598
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__label__cc	0.572527	0.427473	EXPLORE YOUR BUILT HERITAGE Building Advice Visit Home Building Advice Home The Scottish Ten Archive of Building Skills Thatched roofs About thatch Characteristics Materials Maintenance and inspection Common causes of problems Fire damage Carrying out repairs Resources and contact details About thatch Thatching is one of the oldest building crafts. Thatched buildings were once a familiar sight in Scotland, but their numbers have declined since the mid-19th century. Now, in some areas only one or two thatched buildings survive where once there may have been hundreds. Those that survive in anything like their original form are now rare. The majority of thatched buildings in Scotland are listed, recognising their special architectural or historic interest, as well as their rarity. Regular maintenance and repair is vital to ensure thatch lasts a long time. Although distinct in their appearance and craft tradition, thatched roofs are similar to other roofs in their function, practicality and maintenance. Thatch achieves its water resistance in the same way as shingles, slate or tile. It passes drops of water from piece to piece down the weather slope of the roof. Thatch running parallel to the angle of the roof structure sheds water reasonably quickly if the pitch is greater than 45 degrees. Wind Resistance Thatch is designed to resist wind lift, particularly in the Northern and Western Isles where it is usually netted and roped to counteract uplift. To reduce wind lift on thatched roofs: sharp angles should be avoided at ridges and hips eaves are normally formed without a projection skews are anchored with large turfs or roped to anchor points on the gables in the Western Isles, projecting wallheads deflect wind to the middle of the roof pitch, away from vulnerable eaves Similarly, chimneys have the thatch swept up against the sides and wrapped around with rope. Heat Retention A well-maintained thatch roof will keep a building warm in winter and cool in the summer. The rate of escape of air is slow and the hollow straws of the thatch are insulating. A building with a thatched roof ventilates naturally when in use. Warm air can pass slowly through the thatch and chimney. Economic and Environmental Sustainability As a vernacular and traditional building material, thatching materials were generally chosen because they were inexpensive and convenient to obtain. Today, it can be expensive to keep thatched roofs in good repair as they need regular maintenance. Historically, thatching materials were usually secondary products, created from agriculture (straw from harvested cereal crops) or livestock and land management (heather or bracken from grazing pastures, rush and reed from riverbeds). Thatching uses a diverse range of materials such as turf, netting and weights. Not all these elements are used in all thatched roofs, meaning that there are local and regional variations of thatched roofs. Thatch often has an underlying traditional roof structure. This can be just as important as the thatch covering. In vernacular buildings, early structures such as cruck-frames (also known as cuppils), or roofs constructed from driftwood or reclaimed timber, can tell us about the history of the buildings and about those who lived in and made them. Where thatch deteriorates, the roof structure becomes at risk from decay and collapse. Keeping a weather-proof roof covering is essential to the protection of roof structures. This can be achieved with regular thatch maintenance or, where appropriate, secondary protection like corrugated iron. Thatched roofs typically have two layers. The base layer supports the main thatching material and provides additional protection to the roof structure. Depending on location, turf divots were often used as well and sometimes wattle or timber planks. Like the thatch, turves were also likely to be sourced locally. Turves cut from very young heather plants are common. These have well distributed binding roots and a slight peatiness which adds cohesion after drying. In Orkney, a system of straw or heather ropes called ‘simmens’ were made. These were wound tightly over the roof structure to form a base for the thatching materials. The roof structure and base layer is usually the oldest part of a thatched roof and can contain evidence of the building’s development. It should be kept during re-thatching. If it does need to be disturbed, recording and analysis should be undertaken. Historically, thatching was a seasonal activity. Because of this, thatched roofs are made up of layers built up gradually each time a roof is maintained or renewed. After a couple of decades, a roof could become quite thick, made up of many roofs or layers on top of each other. Whenever a complete re-thatch is undertaken, take care when dismantling these layers. Note and record the fixing methods and materials used in past phases. This will give a basis to carry out a like-for-like rethatching. Fixing methods The fixing method depends on the thatching material. reed and straw were traditionally fixed with hazel spars or ‘scobs’, which were twisted over and driven into the thatch as large staples heather is tied on, using twisted rope, or can be sewn into the rafters using a large, curved or straight tool called a stitching needle straw and marram-thatched roofs in the Hebrides were fixed using coir rope or old fishing nets, wound over the roof and weighted down with field stones Often modern thatch jobs use chicken-wire or other netting to secure the thatch, but the tradition continues of weighting the net with stones, bricks, breezeblocks, driftwood, or whatever is to hand. The original method of fixing should always be recorded and where possible, replicated. Retaining unusual detailing contributes to the rich variety of thatched roofs and tells a story of rural resourcefulness. Common areas of weakness in thatched roofs are the skew and verge, where the thatch meets a gable or abuts an adjoining building. A rolled skew, bargeboard or turf skew over crowsteps are all traditional details to protect the junction. Where flashings or mortar fillets are added to provide additional protection they should be discreetly detailed. More modern details include overhanging verges and a lead or zinc flashing. While there is considerable variety in how detailing has developed over time, traditional edge and junction details should be replicated or reinstated wherever possible to retain or improve the character of the thatched roof. At the eaves level, stiffer materials such as reed and straw tend to hang down and over the wallhead, to divert runoff from building foundations. Doors and windows may be contoured with slight “eyebrow” profiles, more commonly in Arts and Crafts or “cottage orné” style buildings. As with many traditional building materials, thatch was originally chosen because it could be sourced easily and cheaply, provided insulation and combated the challenging weather. Like roofs of any material, thatched roofs will perform well if they are well detailed, maintained and kept in good repair. Thatching was a seasonal activity, with repairs and improvements often carried out in the autumn, when straw, grass and other materials were harvested, and in the spring, to fix any damage caused by winter storms. When to inspect thatch Thatch should be regularly inspected for physical damage and general deterioration: inspect thatch after storms to ensure it is intact if possible, inspect roof space regularly inside and out for signs of nesting animals check any visible fixings to make sure they are still in place Inspection should be part of a regular maintenance regime. Top-dressing Top-dressing is a common annual or periodic maintenance in which a new layer of material is thatched on top of the old, essentially topping it up. Lower, older layers are protected from degradation by a continual addition of new, well-performing material on top. This process can keep a roof in continual repair for many decades without requiring wholesale rethatching. Thatched buildings should be kept well ventilated and heated to keep the thatch dry and prevent rot. Where the building is not continuously occupied, adequate heating and ventilation should still be provided to prevent damp and deterioration. Keeping thatch dry and in good condition will optimise its thermal properties. Where the thatch is thin or lacks a base layer, additional insulation at ceiling level is usually the best option if required. It is not generally advisable to insulate directly below the thatch (i.e. to create a warm roof), as the cold, restricted space created above can be susceptible to condensation. Eaves ventilation must be maintained. Common causes of problems Poorly maintained thatched roofs may suffer from problems including moss and vegetation growth, pest damage and natural deterioration. The lifespan of thatch usually depends on a combination of factors. These include: the steepness of the roof the climate exposure of the roof to both sun and wind Reed and straw may have a longer lifespan than heather or marram grass. Many thatched roof types were developed deliberately depending on location. Styles of dressing and fixing are dependent on the flexibility and texture of the material. Choosing the correct thatch has implications for the entire roof. An imported style of thatch is not in keeping with the look or culture of an area and could also perform worse than the native style. Moss and Vegetation Moss on thatched roofs can be caused by damp conditions. A dry climate and exposure to sun and wind keep thatch dry and prevent the growth of moss. Remove moss using a stiff brush. Installing horizontally-laid copper wire in several strands along the roof pitch can also prevent plant growth. The best methods of managing vegetation growth are heating and ventilating the building and having a well-detailed roof. As vegetation tends to grow in sheltered spots with less exposure to wind, pay particular attention to these areas. Keep the roof free of overhanging tree branches to minimise vegetation growth. Pest damage Damage by birds its relatively easy to repair, but it should be dealt with as soon as possible. Many thatches rely on netting to keep the thatch in place, and to block nesting or robbing by birds. Keeping the netting in good condition is key. Reed thatches are an exception to this and are not usually netted, being stiffer and less easily breached. Rodent damage is more difficult to trace and repair. Damage by rodents can be more extensive, particularly in thatches with concealed fixings. Repair work should be carried out by a competent thatcher using like-for-like materials and techniques. A significant number of fires in thatched buildings are linked to the use of wood burning stoves. Where wood-burning stoves are installed: use a competent installer ensure the flue and chimney are lined and regularly swept and maintained burning well-seasoned timber if necessary, raise the height of the chimney by adding additional courses of masonry or a taller chimney pot A chimney height or 1.8 metres above the thatch is generally advised, though this may be out of proportion on many smaller buildings. If the building is listed, seek advice from your local authority. If the building is being fully re-roofed, fire board can be installed between the rafters. This is only possible where the rafters are regular. This will not be suitable for older roofs built with materials such as larch poles and driftwood. Unless ventilation is provided, the use of impermeable barriers immediately below the thatch like these are not recommended as they can cause the thatch to rot. More generally, fire separation should be provided at ceiling level, the attic space should be kept clear, and a smoke alarm installed in the attic. Other precautions can include: keeping appropriate fire extinguishers on hand having wiring checked regularly by a qualified electrician common sense precautions for bonfires and naked flames Carrying out repairs Finding a thatcher There are a several skilled working thatchers in Scotland who are often willing to travel to carry out work. Because one thatched roof can be different from another, look for someone who is able to source and work with local material. Thatchers often have a specialism. Specifying work Thatched roofs need a regular cycle of maintenance and repair, more so than most other roofing types. Owners may do some of this themselves, particularly reactive maintenance such as re-fixing loose weights. However, an experienced thatcher should carry out any repair work. Wherever possible, employ locally-trained thatchers for the most authentic finish. Contact your local planning authority or email our Technical Research department for advice on finding the right craftsperson and sourcing materials for thatching. Permissions for work Check whether you must first apply for planning permission or any other type of consent before making any changes to a thatched roof. Contact your planning authority to find out more. Listed building consent Most thatched buildings in Scotland are listed in recognition of their historical and cultural importance. Plans for carrying out any work other than repairs on a like-for-like basis will require listed building consent. changes to the type of thatch changes to the manner of fixing alterations to the roof structure It is important to understand and maintain the rich diversity and regionality of thatching materials and techniques. Because of this, the requirement for “like-for-like” repair on thatched roofs may be more strictly considered than with other buildings, and applications for Listed Building Consent should take material, technique and roof structure into account. Find out more about listed building consent. Thatched building owners in Scotland can get support for one-off heritage events, small projects and training activities through the Historic Environment Support Fund. Grants can help toward the cost of maintaining historic, traditional thatched roofs. Resources and contact details Get in touch if you have any questions. We will be happy to help. technicalresearch@hes.scot Professional Institutions The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) – Scotlandscotland@spab.org.uk The Scottish Vernacular Buildings Working Group Technical Advice Notes In-depth technical information for building conservation professionals. Thatch and Thatching Techniques: A Guide to Conserving Scottish Thatching Traditions The Hebridean Blackhouse The Archaeology of Scottish Thatch Inform Guide: Thatched Roofs Scotland’s Listed Buildings (2016) A Survey of Thatched Buildings in Scotland ‘Thatch’ in Building Scotland Slate roofs Get advice on hiring a contractor including choosing a contractor and managing the work. Chimneys and flues The Engine Shed has been supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to create Scotland’s dedicated building conservation centre. 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__label__wiki	0.76385	0.76385	Home » Kravis Center at Claremont McKenna College Kravis Center at Claremont McKenna College The new complex creates a new, prominent gateway into the campus. Photo by Henry Cabala This key design element in the campus� interior courtyard shapes Vi�oly�s concept of transparency; it has a 40-sq-ft perimeter composed of eight, 13-ft-tall sheer panels. Vi�oly�s design reflects the relationship between function, site and users and transforms the faculty and student experience by creating cohesion. Robert Carlsen Region's Best Overall Project and Best Higher Education/Research Project Meeting the challenge of transforming a striking design by a high-profile architect into a workable, sustainable reality—and completing the job on budget—is what separates ENR California's 2011 Region's Best Project, the Kravis Center at Claremont McKenna College, from other contenders this year. The project is a LEED-Silver academic and administration building on the campus of the private, liberal arts college in Claremont in eastern Los Angeles County. The $56-million center features ascending cantilevered terraces, natural light, green space and an innovative, all-glass, outdoor "living room" that is a central component of the college's interior courtyard. Designed by Raphael Viñoly Architects, the center's successful construction involved "realizing that getting the intent right and the finished project on budget could be accomplished" with innovation and planning, says John Brennan, project manager for the general contractor, Bernards. The 169,000-sq-ft complex creates a prominent western gateway for the campus and expands the mall along its main axis. The structure is cast-in-place concrete and post-tension cable with a footprint over five levels, one of which is underground, and includes a single level of below-grade parking and green roofs. The building is now home to the new admission and financial aid offices and provides a welcome area for prospective students, faculty, alumni and visitors. The center houses classroom and research space, lecture halls and administrative offices. According to Bernards' Best Projects submission, Claremont McKenna wanted "a world-class building to define the campus and provide a framework for future development." ENR California's judges were impressed with the center's flexible research and meeting spaces that facilitate student-faculty collaboration. Brennan says that when the Viñoly structural drawings, which were in 2D at the start of the project, were converted into Revit 3D with the help of the structural engineer, Nabih Youssef & Associates, the pace of construction sequencing picked up considerably. Though the design was complicated, especially in the MEPF work, Brennan says BIM contributed to having zero clash changes by the mechanical subcontractors. For example, Kravis Center's design features cantilevered terraces. Bernards says that in the construction of this type of post-tensioned slab and beam structure, it is necessary to identify final MEPF locations before pouring each suspended slab because it is extremely difficult to correct mistakes in both the drawings and the installation of inserts, sleeves and embeds. The team used BIM while simultaneously observing multiple complex MEPF systems to determine potential clashes. BIM allowed proactive management of these clashes, more efficient and informed scheduling and enabled subcontractors to work independently of each other in the field, Bernards says. Bernards' safety program, which included 100% subcontractor participation, resulted in no recordable incidents or lost time due to accidents in 240,000 worker-hours. In November 2010, the team received a Cal-OSHA Golden Gate Safety Award. One of the key components of Raphael Viñoly's design was the concept of transparency, utilizing Southern California's natural daylight to its greatest advantage and to visually integrate indoor and outdoor activities. This is best emphasized in the center's outdoor, all-glass living room space, which, according to Bernards, represents a huge innovation, both in materials research and development and in the development of test criteria for glass structures in the U.S. and internationally. The center is located in a class-4 seismic zone. In such an area, constructing a building in which the supporting structure is also made of glass presented a new challenge for the designers, materials fabricators and construction team. There was also no national testing precedent to refer to in designing a structure of this kind. The living room has a 40-sq-ft perimeter containing eight, 13-ft-tall sheer panels. Each is composed of six layers of half-inch tempered glass. These load-bearing glass panels support a 36- by 36-ft steel grid roof. Under dead weight and live load, the normal force acting on each glass column is 30 kN. But the real challenge was to meet or exceed the high earthquake-load assumptions set by the California Building Code, which defined the area of the Claremont McKenna College an equivalent horizontal force of 150% of the self weight for allowable stress design methods. The college contacted Josef Gartner USA, a division of Permasteelisa, experts in architectural glass structures. Gartner's engineers conducted studies comparing seismic requirements in a range of geographic areas, including Japan, Canada and Europe, and further refined technical requirements for the glass design of the future living room. Bernards says the innovative panels were manufactured in Germany and underwent rigorous testing, including an earthquake simulation at the University of Munich. The methodology was approved by a Claremont city official and a full-scale model was designed at Gartner's headquarters in Wuerzburg, Germany. In testing, it was proven that the structure had the capacity to withstand seismic activity four times the maximum theoretical earthquake. Best Higher Education/rRsearch Kravis Center at Claremont McKenna College, Claremont Owner: Claremont McKenna College, Claremont General Contractor/Construction Management: Bernards, San Fernando Architect: Rafael Viñoly Architects PC, New York Civil Engineer: Andreasen Engineering, Pomona Structural Engineer: Nabih Youssef & Assoc., Los Angeles MEP Engineer: IBE Consulting Engineers, Sherman Oaks Electrical Engineer: CSI, Santa Fe Springs Submitted by: Bernards Recent Articles by Robert Carlsen Solano County Opens Government Center Facility in Vacaville Solar, Data Centers Power Cupertino Electric's Growth Specialty Contractors Search for Construction Niches Sports/Entertainment Award of Merit: Claremont McKenna College Roberts Pavilion Snapshot: Henry Cabalas photograph of Kravis Center	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2604
__label__cc	0.580326	0.419674	Watch the Chilling First Teaser for Netflix's Aaron Hernandez Documentary Series by McKenna Aiello \| Thu., Dec. 19, 2019 5:57 PM Aram Boghosian for The Boston Globe via Getty Images Scorned NFL star Aaron Hernandez's murder conviction and suicide will take center stage in a new Netflix documentary series from the same studio who created true crime favorites like Making a Murderer and Evil Genius. Titled Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez, the first teaser trailer features audio of a recorded phone call between Hernandez and a woman. "My whole body's shaking right now," he says, as the female asks, "What happened?" He responds, "You know my temper." Hernandez, who rose to fame as a tight end for the New England Patriots, was serving a life sentence for the 2013 murder of Odin Lloyd when he committed suicide in his prison cell more than two and a half years ago. Five days prior, Hernandez was acquitted in the 2012 double homicide of Daniel de Abreu and Safiro Furtado. Hernandez's alleged double life and violent demise has been a subject of much conversation ever since. Your True Crime Obsessions: The Latest Case Updates You Need to Know About Hernandez's fiancée and the mother of his daughter, Shayanna Jenkins, cast doubt on his cause of death, but the medical examiner concluded the 27-year-old hanged himself from a sheet tied to a window in his cell. "John 3:16" was written in ink on his forehead and in blood across the wall. Hernandez's suicide note to Jenkins was ultimately released in court documents. Killer Inside: The mind of Aaron Hernandez. From the studio that brought you Making a Murderer and Evil Genius, witness the rise and fall of the infamous athlete Aaron Hernandez. How can someone who had everything throw it all away? January 15, only on Netflix. pic.twitter.com/tak2JAwXj5 — Netflix US (@netflix) December 19, 2019 It read in part, "Shay, you have always been my soulmate and I want you to live life and know I'm always with you. I told you what was coming indirectly! Tell my story fully but never think anything besides how much I love you. This was the supreme's, the almighty's plan, not mine! I love you!" Jose Baez Believes Aaron Hernandez Was Wrongfully Convicted Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez starts streaming Jan. 15, 2020 on Netflix. TAGS/ Netflix , True Crime , TV , Sports , Murder , Suicide , Celebrities , Apple News , Top Stories	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2608
__label__wiki	0.575703	0.575703	Home->PC->NBA 2k17: Release Date, Changes, Preview NBA 2k17: Release Date, Changes, Preview Angel Kicevski August 20, 2016 NBA 2K17 is an upcoming basketball simulation video game developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports. It is the 18th installment in the NBA 2K franchise and the successor to NBA 2K16. It is scheduled to be released in September 2016 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, and Xbox 360. Paul George is the cover athlete for the regular edition of the game, while Kobe Bryant is the cover athlete for the ‘Legend Edition.’ In Italy, the cover athlete is Danilo Gallinari, and in Spain, the cover athlete is Pau Gasol. NBA 2k17 should be fun to play as stated by 2k Sports that this game will be one of the most realistic basketball games ever. The release date of 2k17 is confirmed, the game is coming out on 20th of September. One of the most significant changes in the game will be the European Basketball. For some areas around Europe, the cover of the game will be with Pau Gasol and Danilo Gallinari. The Euroleague will be with the actual and active rosters of the present teams. Lightening rework Lightening on some courts will be reworked so the look and feel of the game will be a lot better and it should feel more exciting. The fatigue measurement has been changed. In the previous series you could’ve played a whole game without having fatigue issues, while in this game, the responsibility will be number one. Your players will start missing shots, they will move and react a lot slower, and they can get an injury easy if you hold them for too long on the field (of course, if they are fatigued). Improved graphics The graphics are developed as we saw at the presentation at Gamescom 2016 where one-quarter of the game was played. The faces were looking more realistic than ever before. The official game requirements have not been released, but we think that common conditions for enjoyable experience will be if you get GTX 960 or 970, i5 CPU or better, and at least six gigs of ram. Official Screenshot Of Andre Drummond and Dennis Schroder 2k17 has just released the first screenshots of two players, Andre Drummond and Dennis Schroder. Andre Drummond and Dennis Schroder Should I Buy NBA2k17? I think you should go for it if you can afford it, there will be some presents with the preorder. NBA 2k17 Trailer: It should be fun to play. This game definitely rocks nba 2k17 nba 2k17 news Video Game Releases 2020 Guide, Here is the List of All Confirmed Video Games Coming to PS4, Xbox One, PC, Switch and Google Stadia Don’t Forget the Encore Holiday Week Sale on the Epic Games Store Call of Duty Modern Warfare – Season One Refresh Trailer Escape From Tarkov Blocks ReShade, Nvidia’s Freestyle is Next Half-Life: Alyx May Also Arrive to PSVR at a Later Stage Players Frustrated By DayZ’s Livonia DLC and Update 1.06 DayZ Livonia DLC is Finally Out, Release Trailer CoD: Modern Warfare’s Spec Ops Mission Door Kick is now Available on all Platforms Red Dead Redemption 2 Coming to Steam December 5 GeForce NOW Brings Cloud to PC Gaming Real Racing 3: Cars With R$ Not Gold The King Of Fighters XIV: Release Date, Info And Comparison New Locker Codes for NBA 2k17 and How To Track Them AntiToxic This is very useful! How do you make an account stronger? Co... Level 30 in 48 days... NBA 2k17 Face Scan App Becomes Reality, How to Scan Your Face and The Prelude NBA 2k17 1.05 Patch Notes And Improvements NBA 2K17 New Patch On PS4, PC And Xbox One Coming Soon Pokemon Go Players are Getting Banned Without Reason Update	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2610
__label__wiki	0.530627	0.530627	Galion Inquirer on Facebook Galion Inquirer on Twitter Posted on September 7, 2017 by Galion Inquirer Galion man raising his spirits by making miniature barns Arts, Community, Health, Lifestyle, News, Top Stories GALION — Therapy comes in various forms for different people. For Galion’s Dave Woodruff, woodworking was a perfect fit. A Vietnam veteran who grew up in southern Ohio, Woodruff first ventured into wood crafts in the 1990s. At the time, he was living in the southern United States and loved the look of log cabins he continually saw on drives in the countryside. He decided to make a miniature version of his own, which developed into an incense burner, and later on a night light. He started to explore the option of craft shows as a way to supplement his income, and his success was more than he anticipated. Unfortunately, a stroke in 2004 changed his momentum. Woodruff gradually lost everything as a result of the stroke. In 2014, after connecting with some veteran friends who were renting a home in Galion, he accepted their invitation to become their roommate. He immediately moved and hasn’t looked back. “No place is perfect, but I love my home in Galion,” Woodruff said. Since his stroke almost 13 years ago, Woodruff hasn’t built anything. Between recovering from the physical damage of the stroke, the financial strain also made woodworking an impossibility. Add to that the lingering affects of his time at war. Woodruff enlisted in the U.S. Army on his own, and served in Vietnam from April of 1969 to May of 1970. Three weeks after he left the service he was back home. “Life was never the same,” said Woodruff. “Military teaches so much, but the aftermath of war is far-reaching.” Six weeks ago, Woodruff decided it was time to re-discover his passion with woodworking. Now on a fixed income, his funds for extra spending are limited. By using Facebook connections, he was able to find an investor to get him started with tools and supplies. But this time around, he has his focus set on a different structure. Barns. “When I build them, I feel like I’m there. I can smell the animals, and I can hear the sounds,” Woodruff said. In the short time since he has been back to building, he has sold his incense burning barns to buyers, nationwide including some shipments to Rhode Island and Illinois. Each piece of wood, stone, or detail on his barns is hand cut and placed. Woodruff plans to work on his current construction to resemble the design and look of Mail Pouch barns. He also wants to incorporate the use of metal into his building ideas also. The sound of rain falling on the tin roof of a shed where he grew up is a memory he hopes to recreate. Woodruff is currently planning to participate in local area craft shows this coming fall. He will also be displaying his barn incense burners at Galion Public Library in October where they will be available for purchase. Each barn has its own name, and no two of them are the same … with one exception. They all include a miniature American flag. .neFileBlock { .neFileBlock p { .neFileBlock .neFile { border-bottom: 1px dotted #aaa; .neFileBlock .neCaption { https://www.galioninquirer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/2017/09/web1_woodruff2.jpg Galion Inquirer Contact Erin Miller at emiller@aimmediamidwest.com or 419-468-1117 x-2049. 46 South Main Street, Follow @GalionNews Hi! A visitor to our site felt the following article might be of interest to you: Galion man raising his spirits by making miniature barns. Here is a link to that story: https://www.galioninquirer.com/features/health/22075/galion-man-raising-his-spirits-by-making-miniature-barns	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2614
__label__cc	0.523323	0.476677	Story of Runaway Toyota Prius Questioned by NHTSA and Toyota Eric Loveday March 24, 2010 Comment Now! More issues are surfacing in regards to the runaway Prius story from last week involving momentary celebrity James Sikes, whose runaway incident in a 2008 Toyota Prius made headlines for days. Last week, Jalopnik reported on the financial troubles of Sikes, who filed for bankruptcy in 2008. The courts took his Mercedes, a Dodge Ram, a boat, and a motor home leaving him just the Prius for transportation to share with his wife. The Prius that was involved in the freeway incident is a lease vehicle due for return soon, which would leave Sikes without a vehicle. USA Today reports that Sikes does not plan to file a lawsuit against Toyota, but does hope to secure a new car out of the ordeal. A new car could certainly be in order if the runaway event was proved to be caused by an actual vehicle fault. However, his account of the events has not been confirmed yet. Indeed, Toyota and the NTHSA have said that the facts appear to be leaning against his story, as the vehicle apparently cannot do what Sikes states occurred during the incident. Before releasing official findings, Toyota and the NHTSA have decided to tear down the 2008 Prius in question and test all system to determine if anything is faulty and could have led to the ordeal. Toyota questions the truthfulness of Sike's story and has publicly noted that the Prius, if operating correctly, has a brake override system in place that prevents engine rpm from increasing when the brake is applied. The investigation is still ongoing, but many questions remain unresolved. We will provide further updates as Toyota and the NHTSA delve deeper into the Prius and present their findings. [Jalopnik, USA Today via Detroit Free Press] 2008 Electric Cars Green Cars Hybrids News Toyota News Toyota Prius News Hybrid Sales Plummet	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2619
__label__wiki	0.572597	0.572597	Turning The 1911 Into A Double Action Pistol Bob Campbell - June 08, 2018 A novel piece of firearms engineering that turned the 1911 into a double-action/single-action pistol. Over the years, the debate between those favoring the single-action and single-action/double-action semiautos has taken predictable paths when it came to firing the first shot. The single-action shooter tended to be tactical-minded while the double-action first-shot fans liked the handling and perceived safety of the DA/SA pistol. There wasn't a lot of choice in the 1970s and early 1980s. I began carrying a cocked-and-locked 1911 in about 1978, and over the years I have seen shooters carrying 1911s with the hammer down, which is less than ideal, and chamber empty, which defies the need for simple readiness. Some feared or did not trust cocked-and-locked carry or genuinely preferred the double-action system, but they respected the handling and power of the 1911 handgun just the same. One unique solution in trying to please everyone was the Louis Seecamp double-action conversion. Seecamp was a noted designer, retiring from O.F. Mossberg after years of service, and while he did many custom 1911s and was a respected gunsmith, the double-action conversion of the 1911 is what he is best remembered for. The work began with cutting out a section of the right-hand side of the frame, and the conversion required a new hammer with a hook. This hook mated up with a drawbar that connected to the hammer hook and incorporated a return spring fastened to both the drawbar and the frame. The new trigger was secured to a pivot in the frame and swung in an arc similar to a conventional double action to both cock and drop the hammer. The trigger guard was elongated and welded in order to accommodate the trigger's arc, giving the pistols a superficial resemblance to the Smith & Wesson 645. The resulting action was heavy at about 16 pounds, pressing as it did against the original 23-pound 1911 hammer spring. Attempts to use a lighter hammer spring may be met with misfires, so if you have an original Seecamp conversion, leave the original as it is if you intend to fire the handgun in double action. The Seecamp conversion required making a relief cut in the frame and a crossbar that linked the Seecamp trigger to the hammer. The Seecamp trigger cocks and drops the hammer, but the original trigger is retained for single-action fire. After the first shot is fired, the slide recoils and cocks the hammer; when pressed again, the Seecamp trigger pushes against the single-action trigger, firing the pistol. The grip safety does not prevent the Seecamp action from firing in the double-action mode but still locks the single-action trigger. The hammer must be safely lowered manually to carry the handgun with the hammer down and ready for a double-action first shot. My Seecamp gun is from Omega Defensive Industries, which licensed the Seecamp conversion and was one of the first companies to produce stainless steel 1911s. Its Viking Combat was a Commander-length pistol with a 4.25-inch barrel, full-length guide rod and beavertail grip safety. It was manufactured with the Seecamp relief cut in the frame, and since the trigger guard shows no signs of being cut and rewelded, it was apparently built that way as well. It once had a broken trigger that had been repaired by welding, but I replaced the welded trigger with one from Gun Parts Corporation. The frame covering the Seecamp relief cut is decently fitted. I was most interested to see how the double-action trigger pull worked, and I got a pleasant surprise. With a conventional double action, the trigger finger comes from above and sweeps to the rear, but the Seecamp conversion demands a trigger press straight to the rearâ€”the trigger finger moving forward and then back rather than sweeping down and back. Leverage is good, and the wide trigger really helps. But the design retained the single-action trigger, and after the first shot, the Seecamp operates like a standard 1911. I fired two full magazines, lowering the hammer for double-action fire each time. Coupled with a grip frame that fits the hand well and the typical 1911 low bore axis, I was able to center my hits time after time firing double action, even at a long 10 yards. I also found I could draw quickly and have a high probability of getting a first-round hit. In addition to that work, I did a number of drills in which I fired the first shot double action and then fired a follow-up shot or two single action. Results were excellent. I sometimes carry a SIG P227 .45 caliber compact, and I think the Seecamp/ODI pistol is at least comparable in fast double-action fire- although the SIG is much smoother. The 1911 fits my hand better, but the SIG is more accurate in single-action fire. However, the Seecamp conversion works better than I would have guessed. It was certainly a viable answer to the double-action or single-action first-shot question. It is an interesting piece of history we will not see again. That's not to say Seecamp no longer exists. With the advent of better double-action .45s, the company moved away from gunsmithing efforts and into the manufacture of small-caliber double-action semiautos. Today it offers pistols in .25, .32 and .380 that sell in the $500 range. 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__label__wiki	0.528562	0.528562	Guide To Camera Canon Fujifilm Leica Nikon Olympus Panasonic Ricoh Sony Canon Cameras Fujifilm Cameras Leica Cameras Nikon Cameras Olympus Cameras Panasonic Cameras Ricoh Cameras Sony Cameras Canon Reviews Fujifilm Reviews Leica Reviews Nikon Reviews Olympus Reviews Panasonic Reviews Ricoh Reviews Sony Reviews All Comparisons Compare Cameras Rumors Deals Announcements All Cameras All Reviews All Comparisons All News Photography Glossary Mirrorless Cameras DSLR Cameras Interchangeable Lens Cameras Compact Cameras Point & Shoot Cameras Canon SLRs Nikon SLRs Sony SLRs Fujifilm SLRs Olympus SLRs Panasonic SLRs Ricoh SLRs Leica SLRs Canon Compacts Nikon Compacts Sony Compacts Fujifilm Compacts Olympus Compacts Panasonic Compacts Ricoh Compacts Leica Compacts Canon EOS-1D X Mark IIINikon Coolpix P950Nikon D780Fujifilm X-Pro3Olympus OM-D E-M5 IIILeica SL2Sony Alpha ILCE-A6600Sony Alpha ILCE-A9 II Panasonic Launches a New Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera, the LUMIX S1H with Cinema-Quality Video and the World’s First 6K/24p (3:2)1 Recording Capability Posted on 08/28/2019 by guidetocamera Newark, NJ (August 27, 2019) – Panasonic is proud to announce the launch of the LUMIX S1H, a new Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera equipped with a full-frame image sensor, combining professional-level video quality with the high mobility of a mirrorless camera. The LUMIX S1H is the world’s first camera capable of video recording at 6K/24p 1 (3:2 aspect ratio), 5.9K/30p (16:9 aspect ratio) and 10-bit 60p 4K/C4K 2 3 an achievement previously revealed during development. In addition to its long history developing cinematic cameras aligned with the film industry’s needs, Panasonic also launched and continues to improve the world’s first compact, lightweight, Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera. Combining these innovative ideas resulted in the industry-leading LUMIX GH Series which proved that a digital still camera can record video in unprecedented high quality suitable filmmaking. Further integrating the potential of the full-frame sensor, Panasonic is proud to introduce the LUMIX S1H as the ultimate digital mirrorless camera packing its best possible performance. A newly developed 24.2-megapixel full-frame image sensor complies with the new Dual Native ISO. In combination with the optimum signal processing by Venus Engine, it achieves high sensitivity while minimizing noise. The LUMIX S1H provides more than 14 stops of dynamic range, comparable to those found in cinema cameras, and V-Log / V-Gamut compatible with popular colorimetry called “VariCam Look.” Uniquely, the LUMIX S1H features unlimited recording time in all recording modes thanks to Panasonic’s unique heat dispersion technologies. HDR (High Dynamic Range) in HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), 4:2:2 10-bit HDMI output and Anamorphic 4:3 modes are also available with a variety of practical tools for filmmaking, such as tally lights, a waveform monitor and a V-Log View Assist function. The LUMIX S1H incorporates a Body I.S. (Image Stabilizer) to compensate for hand-shake movement. Combining the Body I.S. (5-axis) and the O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer, 2-axis) in the LUMIX S Series lenses, the Dual I.S. 2 is even better positioned to compensate for virtually any type of blurring, allowing the use of a 6.5-stop4 slower shutter speed. The new rear monitor, Real View Finder and Status LCD boast a large size, high resolution and high visibility. The rugged design creates an additional layer of attractive features, providing professional photographers with highly desired reliability and longevity. With the launch of the S1H, Panasonic now offers three innovative models in the LUMIX S Series of full-frame Digital Single Lens Mirrorless cameras including the critically acclaimed the S1R and. The LUMIX S1 is ideal for taking high-resolution pictures, the LUMIX S1R is an advanced hybrid camera for high-quality photos and videos and the LUMIX S1H is designed and developed especially for film production. With this lineup, Panasonic proves its commitment to meeting the needs and satisfying the desires of every imaging professional, consistently pushing the limits of photo and /video culture in the modern digital era. In addition, the LUMIX S Series full-frame mirrorless camera system adopts the L-Mount system to provide users with a diverse and future-proof range of products. More than 46 interchangeable lenses, including 11 or more LUMIX S/S PRO lenses, are available or will be available from Panasonic, Leica Camera and Sigma and a variety of mount adapters/converters further expands the range of lenses to choose from. This wide range of utilization is a testament to the L-Mount’s versatility, opening up an almost limitless spectrum of new creative possibilities. 1 As a full-frame digital interchangeable lens system camera, as of August 27, 2019 (U.S.). Panasonic research. 2 As a full-frame digital interchangeable lens system camera, as of August 27, 2019 (U.S.). Panasonic research. In Super 35mm-equivalent size. 3 Corresponding to 4K (4096×2160) as defined by Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI). 4 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=105mm when S-R24105 or focusing distance f=200mm when S-R70200 is used.] Firmware must be updated to the latest version. Cinema-quality video recording performance Outstanding video recording capability is the hallmark feature of the LUMIX S1H, making it an ideal professional tool for filmmaking. The S1H contains a 24.2-megapixel 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor (35.6 mm x 23.8mm) that captures 6K resolution. With an active resolution of 6,024 x 4,016, the S1H delivers approximately 24.2 million photosites. OLPF adoption (Optical Low Pass Filter) suppresses moiré. In combination with optimum signal processing by the Venus Engine, it assures maximum ISO 51200 high sensitivity recording with minimum noise. The distinguishing feature of the LUMIX S1H is dual-native ISO sensitivity, technology first introduced in the flagship VariCam line-up. It utilizes a process that reads the sensor in a fundamentally different way, extracting more information without degrading the image. This results in a camera that can switch from standard sensitivity to high sensitivity with almost no increase in noise or other artifacts. Dual Native ISO gives cinematographers a greater variety of artistic choices as well as the ability to use less light on set, effectively saving time. The LUMIX S1H’s Dual Native ISOs are 640 and 40001, which allow cinematographers to shoot in virtually any lighting environment. With a single native ISO image sensor, normally, noise increases as sensitivity rises; however, the new image sensor with Dual Native ISO in the S1H minimizes noise generation by choosing an optimal circuit to use according to the sensitivity before gain processing. The result is a maximum ISO 51200 high sensitivity recording. This Dual Native ISO technology can be switched manually between LOW (ISO 640-5000) and HIGH (ISO 4000-51200). 1 Maximizing the use of the pixels in the full-frame image sensor, the LUMIX S1H, as a digital camera, achieves for the first time ever a 6K/24p, 5.4K/30p (3:2 aspect ratio) or 5.9K/30p (16:9 aspect ratio) high-resolution, smooth video recording. 2 It is also the world’s first full-frame digital interchangeable lens system camera1 to enable 10-bit 60p 4K/C4K 34 HEVC video recording when using the image area equivalent to Super 35mm. The 4:2:2 10-bit 4K30p can record in H.264 at its full area. Its high-resolution data can also be used for creating 4K videos with higher image quality or for cropping images in 4K. Dynamic range measures the luminance range that a digital camera can capture. The LUMIX S1H delivers more than 14 stops of dynamic range, which are virtually the same as those of the Panasonic Cinema Cameras, to precisely reproduce both dark and bright areas. The ability to capture accurate colors and rich skin tones is essential for any filmmaker. With this in mind, Panasonic created the LUMIX S1H to import the renowned colorimetry of the VariCam lineup of cinema cameras. The LUMIX S1H contains V-Log/V-Gamut capture to deliver a high dynamic range and broad colors. V-Log renders a very flat image while maintaining all of the color information within the image, so there is a greater level of play when the images are processed in post-production. The CMOS sensor of the LUMIX S1H achieves a wide color gamut known as V-Gamut, which is the S1H’s optimum color space and achieves a color space that is wider than BT.2020. V-Log has log curve characteristics reminiscent of negative film, while V-Gamut delivers a color space even larger than film. HDR (High Dynamic Range) video recording is an option, which reproduces both the bright and dark parts of an image, creating images identical to how they are perceived by the human eye. The camera records video with a designated gamma curve compatible with ITU-R BT.2100, and the user can now choose Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) in Photo Style. The LUMIX S1H is capable of 4:2:2 10-bit 4K 60p/50p HDMI output. It accommodates a variety of recording formats, including 4:3 Anamorphic mode, to meet professional needs. The VFR (Variable Frame Rate) lets users record overcranked or undercranked video in C4K/4K (60 fps, maximum 2.5x slower in 24p) and FHD (180 fps, maximum 7.5x slower in 24p). The minimum frame rate for quick motion video is 2 fps. In addition, HFR (High Frame Rate) video with sound can be recorded even when using auto focus. A variety of effects are available for producing a slow motion video in post-production.. Practical tools like a Waveform Monitor and V-Log View Assist are also available. Tally lights are equipped on both the front and rear sides for use in a multiple camera setup. 1 When recording mode is set to V-Log. The sensitivity varies depending on the recording mode. High reliability to support professional work The LUMIX S1H integrates the Body I.S. (Image Stabilizer) for effective handshake correction. Panasonic developed an algorithm that precisely calculates shake information acquired from a gyro sensor, and image and accelerometer sensors. This enables more accurate shake detection and compensation, making it possible to use a 6-stop slower shutter speed1. Combining the Body I.S. (5-axis) in the camera and the O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer, 2-axis) in the LUMIX S Series lens, the 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 compensates for larger movements that were conventionally uncontrollable. Maximizing both O.I.S. and B.I.S. is highly beneficial in telephoto shots and in adverse situations, such as in low-light or with one-handed shooting with a 6.5-stop slower shutter speed2. The 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 works for both photo and video recording, including 4K. The Body I.S. compensates for camera movement even when other L-Mount lenses without O.I.S. are used. To achieve stable, continuous video recording, heat dispersion is crucial. Based on the accumulated study of heat simulation through the development of both professional cinema cameras and digital still cameras, Panasonic designed a cooling fan with an innovative structure that efficiently disperses heat exclusively for the LUMIX S1H to support its limitless video recording capability. To be tough enough to withstand heavy field use, the main structure is composed of a magnesium alloy full die-cast top/front/rear frame. Robust construction and a sealing for every joint, dial and button make the LUMIX S1H not only splash-resistant3 and dust-resistant3 but also freeze-resistant down to -10 degrees Centigrade. The shutter unit is also durable for approximately 400,000 cycles. The LUMIX S1H is equipped with a double SD Memory Card slot, compatible with the high-speed, high-capacity UHS-II and Video Speed Class 90. Users can flexibly choose the recording method from Relay Recording, Backup Recording or Allocation Recording which enables saving video and photo data in a separate card. The 7.4-V 3,050 mAh high-capacity battery achieves a long recording time of approximately two hours in all recording modes4. The battery can be quickly charged via USB PD (USB Power Delivery) using the bundled USB3.1 Type-C cable, which also realizes high-speed data transfer. 1 Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=50mm, when S-X50 is used.] 3 Dust and Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this camera is subjected to direct contact with dust and water. 4 When the battery is fully charged. The recordable time varies depending on the shooting condition and settings. Expandability for creative freedom The LUMIX S1H complies with 4:2:2 10-bit 4K 60p/50p HDMI output. For the terminal, an HDMI Type A is provided. Plus, a cable lock holder for the HDMI cable is included in the LUMIX S1H to prevent unplugging trouble on location. The LUMIX S1H is also compatible with Time Code IN/OUT synchronization through the flash synchro terminal and bundled BNC converter cable with BNC cable. This makes non-linear editing of footage from multiple cameras easy. A variety of accessories can be used for the LUMIX S1H in common with the S1R and S1 -- a Microphone Adaptor (DMW-XLR1), Remote Shutter (DMW-RS2), Eyecup (DMW-EC6), Battery Grip (DMW-BGS1), Battery Charger (DMW-BTC14) and more. The Microphone Adaptor is a plug-in adaptor for an XLR microphone to record high-quality stereo sound and is ideal for lip-sync recording. Dedicated switches allow direct, quick control between MIC, LINE and CONDENSER microphones. The Battery Charger also complies with USB PD and enables quick power charging in approximately two hours. The camera remains usable while charging via this adaptor. The conventional External Flash (DMW-FL580L / FL360L / FL200L) can also be mounted on the LUMIX S Series cameras. Compatibility with Bluetooth 4.2 (called BLE: Bluetooth Low Energy) enables constant connection with a smartphone or tablet with minimum power consumption. The settings of a LUMIX S1H camera can also be copied and transmitted wirelessly to other S1H cameras when using multiple S1H cameras. Also, Wi-Fi 5-GHz (IEEE802.11ac)1 is effective in addition to 2.4-GHz (IEEE802.11b/g/n). This provides secure and stable connection not only with a smartphone or tablet, but also with other devices on location for smooth remote control. The transmission speed of photo/video data is also increased by using the 5-GHz band2. The LUMIX Sync application for iOS2/Android3 devices enables photo transmission to a smartphone or a tablet via easy wireless connection. It also allows remote control of the camera using these devices. Application software LUMIX Tether enables tethered shooting. Users can control the camera by connecting it to a PC via USB, which lets them view the image on a large PC screen while shooting. 1 5GHz Wi-Fi is not available in some countries. 2 iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. 3 Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. High operability for intuitive control The LUMIX S1H employs three large, high-resolution display devices for smooth confirmation of images on the spot. The 3.2-inch, 2,330K-dot in 3:2 aspect rear monitor features approximately 150 percent higher luminance compared with the LUMIX S1R/S1, GH5 and GH5S for high visibility in outdoor use. Adopting a new mechanical structure, it achieves both tilt and rotation movement so that users can easily change angles without unplugging HDMI, USB or other cables. Live View Boost is another practical feature that makes it possible to check the composition even in total darkness by boosting the sensitivity just for live view. It also incorporates a Night mode that provides mild backlighting and lets the user watch the subject comfortably, even immediately after viewing the monitor in a dark enviornment for a long time. The LVF (Live View Finder) is the key factor for completing the ultra-high-speed response of the camera. The LUMIX S1H, as well as the S1R and S1boasts the world’s highest Real View Finder level of 5,760k-dot resolution. The 0.78x magnification ratio can be switched to 0.7x or 0.74x according to the shooting situation. Adoption of a high-speed, high-precision OLED for the LVF achieves a smooth display at 60 fps/120 fps (switchable) and high-speed response with minimum lag time of approximately 0.005 sec as well as 10,000:1 high contrast for exceptional visibility. With minimum distortion and high optical performance, the Real View Finder provides a natural view as seen with the naked eye. It is consistently sharp and clear from the center to the corners. The new Status LCD boasts the largest-in-class level of 1.8-inch size and high resolution. Adopting MIP (Memory In Pixel technology), it consumes minimum power and is ideal for always-on use, even when the camera power is off. It shows the recordable time for video, number of images and remaining battery with a black/white switchable background. It assures high visibility both in bright outdoor and in dark situations thanks to the reflective type of LCD with a backlight. Major settings for photo shooting or video recording are displayed. The response of the LCD is also fast enough for time code counting and audio monitoring. The LUMIX S1H has multiple Fn buttons on its body front allowing quick access to the designated functions, as well as a touch control system. A sub video button is also situated on the front so that the user can reach the button from the left side. Most of the buttons can be customized to assign functions depending on usage. * As a Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Camera, as of August 27, 2019. High photo shooting performance as a digital camera The LUMIX S1H captures both high-quality video and stunning still photos. It is capable of shooting images in 14-bit RAW format for precise reproduction of details. Taking full advantage of its high-resolution sensor, the LUMIX S1H provides a High Resolution mode that faithfully captures even tiny details to be saved as beautiful, highly realistic RAW images. Eight consecutive images are automatically shot while shifting the sensor using the Body I.S. (Image Stabilizer) mechanism and synthesized into a 96-megapixel equivalent (12,000 x 8,000-pixel) image by the latest Venus Engine, which boasts high-speed signal processing. This mode is suitable for taking natural landscapes or fine arts with delicate details. This magnificently high-resolution photo is ideal for landscape photography of stationary subjects using a tripod. However, it can also be used in situations where moving subjects are included in the scene, by switching the sub mode. Panasonic has achieved a high-speed AF with its advanced control technology over the major devices: lens, sensor and imaging engine. The lens and sensor communicate at a maximum 480 fps. Combining the Contrast AF with DFD technology, the LUMIX S1H realizes an ultra-high-speed, high-precision AF of approximately 0.08 sec1. The LUMIX S1H also boasts high-speed burst shooting at 9 fps (AFS) or 6 fps (AFC). With its high subject tracking performance, it never loses the target subject. A camera that excels in low-light shooting, the LUMIX S1H boasts -6EV2 luminance detection performance with Low Light AF thanks to the higher sensitivity and optimized tuning of the sensor. The face/eye detection technology makes it possible to capture people in crisp focus. The Eye AF even detects the pupil of the eye and precisely focuses on it for impressive portrait shooting. The LUMIX S1H also incorporates Advanced AI Technology that detects specific subjects - humans and fast-moving animals, including cats, dogs and birds. The camera continues tracking its subjects even when they turn their back to the camera. For more continuous burst shooting, 6K PHOTO3 makes it possible to capture unmissable moments at 30 fps by extracting the frame with the best timing out of a 6K burst file (in 4:3 or 3:2 aspect ratio) to save as an approximate 18-megapixel equivalent high-resolution photo. 4K PHOTO enables 60-fps high-speed captures in approximate 8-megapixel equivalent resolution. In 6K PHOTO/4K PHOTO, three exclusive mode options are available depending on the situation; 6K Burst/4K Burst, 6K Burst (Start/Stop)/4K Burst (Start/Stop) and 6K Pre-burst/4K Pre-burst. Users can choose the most suitable burst shooting mode in addition to the regular consecutive shooting mode in full resolution, depending on the situation. With the HLG4 Photo mode, Panasonic proposes a whole new style of photo expression It provides a wider dynamic range to reproduce light and shadow with more natural contrast. HLG Photos can also be produced as an HSP file5 with compressed high-brightness signals in its full resolution (5,888 x 3,312, in 16:9, with the LUMIX S1H) in addition to JPEG/RAW files. It excels in the expression of lights, such as sparkling starlight or glaring sunlight. The user can play back these vibrant images on the latest Panasonic HLG-compliant 4KTV via HDMI cable connection or other HLG-compliant devices. It is also ideal for photo presentations by photographers. The high-precision shutter unit offers the highest shutter speed at a maximum 1/8000 second to capture spur-of-the-moment, fast-moving subjects and to use a high-speed lens with a fully open aperture even outdoors for impressive defocusing. The external flash can be synchronized with the industry’s fastest shutter speed of a maximum 1/320 second.67 The Highlight Weighted Light Metering Mode meters light with the priority on highlighted parts, to prevent them from washing out. The SiH (body) will be available for $3999.99 at the end of September. 1 11EV, at wide-end with S-R24105 (CIPA) in LVF120 fps setting. 2 At ISO100, F1.4, AFS 3 6K PHOTO’ is a high speed burst shooting function that cuts a still image out of a 4:3 or 3:2 video footage with approx.18-megapixel (approx. 6000 x 3000 effective pixel count) that the 6K image manages. 4 “HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)” is an international standard (ITU-R BT.2100) HDR format. 5 “HSP” is an HDR picture format using HLG format video technology. 6 The guide number decreases when the shutter speed is set to 1/320 of a second. 7 As a Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Camera, as of August 27, 2019. All Latest News All Announcements Follow us on Facebook to get the latest camera reviews and comparisons All Comparisons Sony Alpha A9 II Firmware Update Brings General 'Stability & Performance' ... Kenko Tokina announces release of the NEW atx-m 85mm ... Leica Camera Advances its Dedication to the Art of Black & ... 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__label__wiki	0.796315	0.796315	What Guitar Body Size Will Bring Out the Best in You? Read up on some real-world examples that reveal the positives and negatives inherent to each body size category. Jimmy Leslie Yamaha FS5 Most acoustic players are familiar with a few body sizes but remain foggy about the many options available. This Frets column aims to provide clarity, not with a big chart you could find using a Google search but with some real-world examples that reveal the positives and negatives inherent to each size category, and a bit of history that explains how we got to where we are today. Small Body Perspective From the time C.F. Martin opened shop in the mid 19th century until well into the 20th century, the acoustic guitar was a relatively small instrument that was played primarily by women in home parlors. Parlor guitars, such as Milk Carton Kid Kenneth Pattengale’s new signature Pattengale Special Martin single 0 and Gretsch’s Rancher Penguin Parlor, are resurgent these days, and the most modern small-acoustic trend is travel-sized guitars, such as a Fender’s exceptional Paramount Standard Travel. Interesting under-the-radar instruments include terz classical instruments and tenor guitars with only four steel strings, originally introduced in the ’20s to lure banjo players to the instrument. The biggest benefit of a small acoustic is convenience. Since it’s easier to manage anywhere and everywhere, it gets played more. Some disadvantages include compromises in playability and tone. That’s especially true of cheaper instruments that can be overbraced, making them more durable but also inflexible and boxy sounding. Higher quality instruments, such as the Santa Cruz Firefly, use customized braces and a smaller soundhole to accentuate bass. Guitars with short scale lengths are generally harder to tune and tend to feel less snappy and more spongy under the fingers, but they have less of a stretch from fret to fret and easier string bending capability. The bottom line is that every player can appreciate keeping a small acoustic on hand and within an arm’s reach, to play whenever and wherever inspiration strikes. Kennth Pattengale with his 1955 Martin 0-15, on which his signature model is based Medium Body Perspective Today’s medium-sized guitar was once considered relatively large. Slightly bigger than a typical parlor guitar, the concert size dates back to the mid 1800s and is currently Breedlove’s most popular option and also available in the form of Yamaha’s new FS models. Body styles that epitomize a modern medium size include the orchestra model, or OM and the 000, commonly called a triple 0 or auditorium. Balance is the name of the game. A medium body provides adequate bass and even tonal balance from the lowest to the highest notes. Medium-body guitars tend to be a bit shallower, less wide at the waist and often have slightly narrower neck profiles. That makes it easier to wrap your own body around the guitar’s body, and playability is prime for fingerpickers and linear lickers alike. Medium-sized acoustics either offer the best of both worlds or neither, depending on one’s perspective. Scale length is either full or close to full size, so if you’re hell-bent on booming bass or portability, a bona fide big or small acoustic may be the better bet. For the tweener, a medium-body acoustic is sheer bliss. Gibson J-200 Big-Body Perspective Martin’s official introduction of the dreadnought body in 1931 (the company actually started making dreads under the Oliver Ditson brand years earlier) was the shot heard ’round the world. Its louder, bolder sound established the acoustic guitar’s dominance over the banjo, fiddle and mandolin, and for generations of players, the dreadnought was the only body that would do. Taylor’s grand auditorium is another full-bodied archetype, its grand symphony is slightly larger, and the grand orchestra even more so. Other options include jumbos, like Gibson’s J-200 and the baritone guitar. Any bigger and you’re playing a bass! Big-bodied guitars bring the bass and are generally loud. If that’s what you’re after, go big, but note that bigger isn’t always better. In fact, it can be a detriment in some situations. Bob Weir once told Frets, “I got a smaller guitar with a tighter low end, a 1939 Martin 00-17, when I started doing a duet with Rob Wasserman because all the famous big-bodied guitars were developed to sound full as an accompaniment instrument without a bass. As soon as you add a bass to a mix, you’re in a pissing match with it.” PRS Debuts New Maple Fretboard, Nebula Silver Sky Models Ibanez Announces New PIA (Paradise in Art) Steve Vai Signature Model Boss Announces New Acoustic Singer Live LT Amplifier Fender Unveils New George Harrison "Rocky" Stratocaster Walrus Audio Announces New D1 High-Fidelity Stereo Delay Pedal Boss Announces New Katana-Artist MkII Combo Amplifier Maxon Unveils New Apex 808 Pedal How to Memorize Scales and Unlock the Fretboard PRS Debuts New Private Stock 35th Anniversary Dragon Guitar	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2631
__label__cc	0.665572	0.334428	Lota Ward: “I just want to get back to running.” Meet Lota Ward, ultra runner and Padres Pedal the Cause SuperKid. Lota, now 12, began running long distances with his dad when he was just 7 years old, using the time on trail to clear his mind and connect with his family. He competed in his first half marathon, and was hooked, signing up for progressively longer distances. A few days after his 8th birthday, Lota was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive brain teratoma, and quickly underwent a series of brain surgeries to try to wipe out the tumor. In 2016, Fox Sports made a documentary of Lota’s story, following him through training on the trails near his Utah home to negotiating the complex emotions of multiple brain surgeries. Through it all, Lota focused on getting back to running as a way of helping others. Last year, the Ward family moved to San Diego, where Lota underwent another craniotomy to address the tumor that had grown back again. But with each surgery, Lota’s resolve grows stronger. “I got this, you got this, WE GOT THIS!” is Lota’s rallying cry, and he faces each appointment and surgery with the same perspective that he uses to attack the trail: stand tall and fight. Padres Pedal the Cause founder Bill Koman, and Bill’s Team, ride in honor of Lota. You can join Lota and his family at the new 5K this year at Padres Pedal the Cause on November 17 or give in support of Bill’s Team and help us pave the way for kids like Lota to live in a world without cancer. ← The Work Done Through Padres Pedal Saved My Life How San Diego Institutions Are Making an Impact on Breast Cancer →	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2635
__label__cc	0.551225	0.448775	Trains from Leeds to London Train from Leeds to London Leeds to London train information Arrival London, England Train operators Cross Country Lowest train price from £18.50 Which operators can I use? There are many train companies across the country & Europe but the journey connecting Leeds in England to London in England are run by Cross Country. How far is it by train? The train is a fast and simple solution to travel to London from Leeds. The average train duration between Leeds to London is 2h19m to travel the 169 miles. How much does it costs? We found tickets from £18.50 to travel in the next month. Prices will vary depending on the day and hour of travel and how far in advance you purchase your ticket. Best prices for Leeds to London train tickets Leeds - London prices calendar Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Leeds to London by train, bus, ride sharing and plane. OUIBUS-- Leeds - London: the best time to book cheap trains Cost of the train when booking in advance or at the last minute The graph above shows the best prices found over the last six months depending on how much time in advance the train ticket is booked. Buying your train from Leeds to London in advance can enable you to save money for your journey. Tickets are available from £19 when buying your seat 2 months in advance which is 69% cheaper than the best fare we found when booking on the day you're travelling. Best prices for Leeds to London trains We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Leeds and London by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets London to Leeds and find the best deal for your outbound journey. Kings Cross £18.50 08/02/2020 13:15 5 days ago Best prices for the next 180 days. Discount Leeds - London train tickets National Railcards can bring you great savings if you're taking the train. Depending on your age as well as your situation, you might want to get one of the 5 different railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can enable you to make great savings for your Leeds London train ticket. If you want to understand how much you can save with a railcard, you have to estimate the number of journeys you need to save money. You will see that most of the time, only a few trips are needed. For your evaluation, you need to include the cost of your railcard, i.e £30, how much you're saving on each journey (i.e.: 34%) as well as the cost of your ticket. The average fare of a Leeds London ticket is £59.64 (1). Divide the cost of your railcard by the discount: £30/34%= £88. Then divide £88 by £59.64: £88/£59.64 = 1.48. You will need to make approximately 2 trips from London to Leeds (one way trip) with your railcard to be profitable. Railcards enable you to get a third off most adult fares for a year. The Disabled persons railcard costs £20 and the 5 other railcards £30. Leeds to London train £59.64 £39.76 £19.88 1.48 Leeds to Manchester train London to Oxford train Ipswich to London train Brighton to London train Glasgow to Aberdeen train Glasgow to Newcastle upon Tyne train bus from Leeds to London	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2636
__label__cc	0.587701	0.412299	Kobo Launches Vox E-Reader Android Tablet, But Can It Compete with Kindle Fire? E-book retailer Kobo has launched its own Android tablet that’s geared towards readers of digital books called Vox. The Vox tablet will run on Android 2.3 Gingerbread and will be priced at the same $200 price point that Amazon is targeting its Kindle Fire tablet, and both tablets are similar enough with 7-inch displays, 1024 X 600 resolution screens, social networking integration, and WiFi-only support, at least initially. With what appears to be a customized experience for e-reading, the Vox tablet will come with its own UI. There appears to be a lot of similarities between Amazon’s offering and the Vox tablet, but it’d be interesting to see what consumers end up choosing. With Vox, it appears that you’ll get access to Android Market for apps while the Kindle Fire will lock you into Amazon’s ecosystem with the company’s own Amazon Appstore for Android. What it ultimately boils down to is features and performance versus format. Vox will rely on the more open EPUB format, which can be read on rival tablets from Barnes & Noble and Sony, for example, while the Kindle Fire tablet will be locked into Amazon’s own format for e-books. On the other hand, there’s the issue of performance. Amazon’s same price will net you a dual-core processor, making it on-par with some of the high-end tablets of today, while Vox will give you a more paltry 800 MHz processor. Additionally, Amazon’s vast ecosystem will provide users a bit more in the end. If you’re an Amazon Prime subscriber, you’ll have access to streaming videos and TV shows through your tablet and Amazon has optimized its web performance through a customized browser. The advantage goes to Vox, however, if you’re concerned with storage space. With Kindle Fire, you’ll be locked into just 8 GB of storage as Amazon is leveraging its cloud for storage while Vox will give you the same internal storage amount with the option of gaining more space with a storage card, giving you a maximum storage total of 40 GB. The Vox tablet will start shipping on October 28. KOBO EXPANDS EREADER FAMILY ANNOUNCES THE NEW KOBO VOX WITH VIVID COLOR DISPLAY THE WORLD’S FIRST SOCIAL EREADER INTRODUCING THE NEW KOBO VOX EREADER: INSPIRED BY VOX POPULI; VOICE OF THE PEOPLE START CONVERSATIONS AND ENGAGE WITH FRIENDS AND OTHER READERS AROUND THE WORLD, DISCOVER NEW BOOKS THROUGH FACEBOOK ENJOY READING OUTDOORS WITH THE MOST ADVANCED 7 INCH AFFS+ MULTIMEDIA TOUCHSCREEN WITH ANTI-GLARE READ IN VIVID COLOR WITH RICH CONTENT FOR ALL AGES INCLUDING COMICS, COOKBOOKS, TRAVEL GUIDES AND CHILDREN’S BOOKS WITH READ-ALOUD TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE MORE – BROWSE THE INTERNET, ACCESS EMAIL, FACEBOOK, TWITTER, LISTEN TO MUSIC, WATCH MOVIES, PLAY GAMES, READ NEWSPAPERS & MAGAZINES – PLUS ACCESS AN APP STORE WITH OVER 15,000 FREE APPS, ALL ON ANDROID AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER TODAY IN CANADA AND THE US FOR THE LOW PRICE OF $199.99 TORONTO, October 19, 2011 — Kobo, a global leader in eReading with over 5 million users worldwide, today announced the New Kobo Vox eReader, the world’s first social eReader. The Kobo Vox, inspired by “Vox Populi” meaning the voice of the people, enables readers to start conversations with other readers and discover new books and authors through their social network. With a vivid color display, Kobo takes the reading experience to a whole new level and offers even more content – rich color books, newspapers, magazines, games, music, video, games and social feeds – all on an open Android platform. “Kobo Vox is the reader for your connected life, and opens the door to the next generation of eReading – social eReading – where books can come alive in color and conversation. Readers can get more out of their experience by connecting with Kobo’s global community of booklovers.” said Michael Serbinis, CEO, Kobo. “Plus, with Kobo Vox you have the freedom to connect with friends, listen to music, watch movies, play games and discover new apps with almost unlimited choices.” A WORLD CLASS READING EXPERIENCE Based on Kobo’s #1-rated Android eReading experience, Kobo Vox was built by readers for readers. People can access their entire library on the go, in an easy to hold, lightweight design with a comfortable quilted back. The Kobo Vox comes in a selection of four contemporary, fun, new colors – Hot Pink, Lime Green, Ice Blue and Jet Black, giving a choice of options to reflect personal style, and delivers a superior user experience that allows users to easily navigate their library, scroll through books, and turn pages with a tap or swipe, plus personalize their reading experience with highlights, annotations, adjustable fonts and more. The Kobo Vox has onboard storage for up to 8000 eBooks, with expandable storage to hold up to 40,000 books, and access to unlimited storage in the Kobo cloud. With Kobo, you can read continuously across devices with free top rated Kobo apps available for most popular smartphones, tablets and computers. Developed on Android 2.3, readers have the freedom to customize their experience to best suit their personal needs and preferences. CAPTURING THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE Building on the industry leading social platform, Reading Life, users can now choose to connect with friends or create book clubs and discuss their favorite reads on Facebook, track their reading statistics, and unlock fun and exciting awards just for reading. The recent innovation of Kobo Pulse™ takes social reading to a new level – readers can feel the pulse of a book, start conversations, share comments and thoughts and leave reviews by ‘Liking’, ‘Disliking’ and/or commenting, real-time, with others who are reading the same book. Kobo Pulse provides the ultimate source for book recommendations, as the suggestions come from friends and ‘like’ minded readers whose opinions and interests are similar and trusted. Now, “The End” is never the end. Kobo is the first eReading platform to be integrated with Facebook Ticker and Timeline to enable further reading discovery and entertainment. THE MOST ADVANCED MULTIMEDIA TOUCHSCREEN Featuring a brilliant multimedia touchscreen, readers can experience text with high contrast resolution and immerse themselves in books, magazines, games and videos in vivid color. Kobo uses the most advanced 7 inch AFFS+ display, with anti-glare – the same technology used in airplane cockpits (there are no clouds at 30,000 feet) – for great reading indoors or outdoors and featuring an extra-wide angle for incredible viewing and ideal for shared reading and viewing. NOW READ IN VIVID COLOR Kobo’s global ebookstore – 2.5 million books and over 1 million free – just got better with new color and enhanced multimedia content. Discover a new world of reading with rich color content for all ages, including cookbooks, engaging travel guides, comic books, and graphic novels. Parents and children can read together with Read Along children’s books, a great way to spend quality time and a fun way to help children learn to read. The Vox eReader includes three free color books, so people can start building their color library right away; there is a selection of dessert recipes for the chef-in-training in Sweet Dreams, Lonely Planet’s Europe Essentials for the avid traveler and Franklin and the Thunderstorm for young readers. EXPERIENCE MORE – THE EREADER FOR YOUR CONNECTED LIFE In addition to reading – Kobo Vox users can easily browse the Web, check email, listen to music, watch movies, play games and store personal photos. Choose from a selection of pre-loaded top ranked entertainment apps: Magazines from Zinio® – plus 12 FREE popular magazines for Kobo Vox owners Newspapers from PressReader™ – over 1,900 full newspapers from around the world – and a gift of 7 newspapers of your choice! Unlimited music from RDIO® Get social with Twitter® & Facebook® Book lover must-have: Merriam Webster’s Dictionary Games like Cut the Rope® Apps – over 15,000 FREE apps Kobo and Facebook widgets that sit right on the home screen Access to more music and video services in the app store At Kobo, we believe you should have the ability to read on any device. Readers can download free Kobo eReading apps to read across the most popular devices including desktops, laptops, tablets, AndroidÔ phones, iPhonesÒ, iPadsÒ, Blackberry® Smartphones and PlayBooks. Readers can also download their ebooks and read on a wide range of dedicated eReaders. Consistent with our open philosophy, Kobo Vox offers full access to Android 2.3, and includes an open app store with over 15,000 FREE apps for Android. With ultra-fast web browsing, the latest news, weather, and Hollywood gossip at your fingertips. Plus, a full-featured email client supports POP, IMAP and Microsoft® ActiveSync so you can get all your personal email like Yahoo and Gmail and work email too! AMAZING LOW PRICE OF $199.99, AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER STARTING TODAY The Kobo Vox will begin rolling out internationally today, starting with the US and Canada. In Canada, Kobo Vox is available for pre-order online at leading Kobo retail partners: Indigo Books & Music (www.indigo.ca), Future Shop (www.futureshop.ca), Best Buy (www.bestbuy.ca), and Kobo.com for a MSRP of $199.99 In the U.S., the Kobo Vox is available for pre-order at Best Buy (www.bestbuy.com), Fry’s Electronics (www.frys.com), and at Kobo.com for a MSRP of $199.99. For more information on Kobo and the new Kobo Vox eReader visit www.Kobo.com Related Topics:AmazonAndroiddigital bookse-BookE-bookse-ReaderGingerbreadKindleKindle FireKoboVox True, it doesn’t have the faster processor but wow, it has a AFFS+ screen. I know you guys know how great those screens are from all your Motion computing reviews. This will be viewable outdoors. Thank you Apple. Since they made a big deal over using IPS, we are finally seeing less and less crappy screens with terrible viewing angles. So the Vox has AFFS+ and SD storage going for it vs, Amazon’s giant ecosystem.. hmmm.. choices, or is it a choice at all? The Kobo would be sweet with the Skyfire browser that provides many advantages of Amazon’s Silk Browser (Flash video). Kieran Ward Any word on whether or not this supports Flash?	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2637
__label__cc	0.586186	0.413814	Home / M&A Activity / McAleese & Associates: L3, Harris to Spend 4% of Combined Sales on Independent R&D McAleese & Associates: L3, Harris to Spend 4% of Combined Sales on Independent R&D Jane Edwards June 19, 2019 M&A Activity, News A McAleese & Associates report says the merged company of L3 Technologies (NYSE: LLL) and Harris (NYSE: HRS) would invest 4 percent of $18B combined revenue in independent research-and-development efforts. Defense News reported Monday that focus areas of the proposed IRAD investment are actionable intelligence, spectrum superiority and warfighter effectiveness. Jim McAleese, founder and principal at McAleese & Associates and a 2019 Wash100 winner, noted Harris and L3 plan to divest a significant portion of lower value operations within the first six months after the merger’s completion. The two companies also have agreed to firewalls on the U.S. Navy’s Next Generation Jammer Increment II program and expect to complete the merger by the end of June, McAleese noted. L3 and Harris agreed to merge through an all-stock transaction in October to establish a global defense technology firm that will operate as L3 Harris Technologies. Tags actionable intelligence divestiture featured govcon Harris hrs independent research and development irad Jim McAleese L3 Harris Technologies L3 Technologies lll M&A Activity McAleese & Associates merger Navy next generation jammer increment ii r&D Sale spectrum superiority warfighter effectiveness	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2638
__label__wiki	0.529876	0.529876	Lytx ActiveVision Addresses Drowsy and Distracted Drivers October 14, 2015 • by Staff Photo: Lytx Lytx says its new driver safety solution ActiveVision is designed to help detect, analyze and address distracted and drowsy driving. ActiveVision uses advanced analytics to identify behavioral patterns such as lane departure or following too close that often indicate distracted or drowsy driving. Combined with video monitoring, the service can help pinpoint the possible root causes. When combined with the Lytx DriveCam Safety program, ActiveVision can help drivers improve performance and mitigate safety risks. The service also includes driver-facing features such as in-cab alerts and prompts, as well as post-drive coaching focused on improving a driver’s skills. “With the launch of the ActiveVision service, Lytx is priming to deliver comprehensiveness in the video safety market,” said Sathyanarayana K, research manager for automotive and transportation for Frost & Sullivan. “With real-time driver alerts and feedback, the Lytx ActiveVision service can reduce the risk of potential collision through a collective understanding of drivers’ in-cab behavioral patterns and on-road driving style.” ActiveVision has a physical component housed within the ER-SV2 Event Recorder. The ER-SV2 collects video feeds from the outside and inside of the cab. It also collects data from components such as the engine control module and third-party ADAS systems to provide a broader prospective on what is happening in the vehicle and how performance can be improved. The event recorder also includes an LED and audible user interface, Bluetooth and Ethernet connectivity, an accelerometer, gyro sensors, and alerts for lane departure warnings and headway warnings. The Lytx ActiveVision service is also designed to be adaptable and allows for expansion as sensor technologies advance and understanding of road safety evolves. One feature of ActiveVision, called AutoTune, is designed to minimize false alerts. AutoTune contains pattern recognition algorithms, computer vision and machine learning technologies to create a more comprehensive view of what’s happening and how potentially dangerous situations can be mitigated. Lytx’s 24-7 review operations also provide human oversight of captured events. This provides continuous feedback loop on incoming data to fine-tune algorithms powering the in-cab alerts. This allows the service to improve and be updated and become more precise as the system is used. The service is available for select Lytx DriveCam clients immediately and will be available industry-wide in January 2016. Related: How the Public Feels About Driver Fatigue Read more about Driver Safety Drowsy Driving Fatigue Lytx Pierce to Make Collision Avoidance Standard on Custom Fire Apparatus Custom trucks built in Pierce’s Appleton, Wis., facility will come standard with HAAS Alert, which alerts nearby drivers when an emergency vehicle is nearby. NYC Increases Fleet Claims Revenue with Telematics Fleet claims revenue between FY-17 and FY-19 is 30% higher than it was between FY-14 and FY-16. How to Protect Parking Structures from Winter Damage When winter weather hits, government fleets go to work salting, plowing, and keeping roads open. But these assets may cause damage to the facility where vehicles are housed. FCA Recalls Chrysler Pacifica Vans for Video Defect Fiat Chrysler Automobiles' Chrysler division is recalling 20,441 2018 and 2019 Pacifica minivans because the rear-view backing image can linger on the dashboard display and potentially distract the driver, according to federal safety records. Toyota Recalls 2019 Prius for Inoperative Display A short circuit in the combination meter could cause the speedometer, odometer, and fuel gauge in the instrument cluster to become inoperative, which would increase the risk of a crash. GM Recalls 800,000+ Pickups, Other Vehicles General Motors has issued two separate safety recalls for brake and battery issues that cover over 800,000 vehicles, including 2020 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups. Ford Recalls 230,000+ Super Duty Trucks for Tailgate Ford is recalling certain 2017 to 2019 F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks equipped with an electric tailgate latch release switch mounted in the tailgate handle. Ford Recalls Super Duty Trucks for Fire Risk Ford Motor Co. will recall more than 500,000 model-year 2017 to 2019 Super Duty extended cab trucks with carpeted flooring due to an increased risk of a fire after a crash. Canadian City Adds Neon Speed Enforcement Vehicles The City of Edmonton, Alberta, is adding 28 speed enforcement vehicles with a neon yellow look for clear visibility on the road. Federal Fleet Grounds Drones, Citing Security Risk The U.S. Department of the Interior has grounded its fleet of more than 800 drones, all which were manufactured in China or with China-made parts.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2639
__label__wiki	0.592799	0.592799	zimmytws/Shutterstock.com The Index: 2020 Edition USPS Could Owe Payouts to As Many As 130K Employees After Class-Action Lawsuit Final Ruling Thrift Savings Plan expects budget to grow as more feds retire Contract held by firm involved in TSP cyberattack is up for renewal. Amanda Palleschi By Amanda Palleschi The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board anticipates managing an additional 4.4 percent in Thrift Savings Plan assets by fiscal 2017 and growing the size of its budget by 25 percent. The board also expects more federal retirees, more options -- such as the new Roth offering -- and more participants withdrawing partial amounts from their accounts in the next five years, said Kim Weaver, TSP’s director of external affairs. The size of the TSP’s total current budget estimate for fiscal 2013 is $191.1 million. Under current projections, that number could grow to $253.4 million by fiscal 2017. The projections, however, change month to month, according to Weaver. As of last month, the FRTIB had committed more than 84 percent of its $143.2 million budget for fiscal 2012. It anticipates fully committing that budget and not requesting additional funds for the remainder of this fiscal year. The strategic plan for fiscal 2013 through fiscal 2017 presented at the board’s monthly meeting Monday includes budget growth across its five major areas of spending: record-keeping; communications; salaries; benefits; and strategic initiatives, including managing the new Roth option and additional risk management funding. FRTIB anticipates hiring additional staff to help implement the initiatives, beginning in fiscal 2013. This is why the fiscal 2013 projection is nearly $50 million higher than the current fiscal year’s budget. There are currently 4.5 million TSP account holders, including participants in the Federal Employees Retirement System, Civil Service Retirement System and uniformed services. FERS and CSRS membership have remained steady over recent months; the number of uniformed service members participating is climbing slowly. The board also provided a brief update on its management of the July 2011 cyber breach of the computer of one of its contractors, Serco Inc., first reported in May. Executive director Gregory Long said the board will be making some “adjustments to our security,” but could not provide details. The board has received no additional reports on the impact of the breach to its members. The nature of the cyberattack remains unclear, Long said. The board also is planning a request for proposals to renew its contract for information technology and record-keeping services currently performed by Serco. According to Federal Business Opportunities, the board will issue the official RFP in December and plans to award the new contract sometime in 2013. FRTIB’s contract with Serco began in 2006 after the Office of Personnel Management’s National Finance Center discontinued providing record-keeping service for the TSP. The board renews the contract for such services annually. NEXT STORY: Student loan deal close -- with or without federal pension hike	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2640
__label__wiki	0.736248	0.736248	Legends Football League The Legends Football League (LFL) is a women’s seven-on-seven tackle American football league. The League has expanded to now have sister leagues in Canada and Australia. The LFL franchise has millions of fans and continues to attract more viewers and media attention. The LFL is one of the longest standing, most in-depth and widest-ranging clients we have. Having been involved since the early stages of the League, we have developed everything from logos to arena and field graphics which are seen by millions of people globally. During the 2009 season, which was televised on MTV2, we worked exclusively with MTV Networks on the broadcast, including TV graphics used during the weekly game presentation. “Gradient9 has been an instrumental part of our group’s online design and implementation of the Legends Football League. From conception to going live online, Gradient9 has worked closely with the League’s design team to truly develop not only a website, but an online destination.” Mitchell S. Mortaza, Chairman Our Role // 3D, Identity, Print, Web Launch Like this post24 © Copyright 2017 \| Gradient9 Studios, LLC \| 515.442.0497 social_behance social_dribbble social_twitter social_facebook social_instagram	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2641
__label__wiki	0.627374	0.627374	Ikue Mori – Obelisk (Tzadik, 2017) ** Thursday, November 23, 2017 No comments By Daniel Böker On first listen, I'm reminded of Adam Butler. His electronic sounds, tracks and later even songs published under the alias Vert had a huge impact on my experience with electronic music. Unlike say the berserk electronic music of Merzbow (though I also like the berserk ones), Vert developed his music toward the pop-song format. The first track on Ikue Mori's new album Obelisk reminds me of theses sounds and it makes me feel 'at home', setting the tone for this record. Mori recorded her last album In Light of Shadows with her electronic sounds alone. The pieces were at least in part composed beforehand and it was a new step in her musical development. For Obelisk she took some of her pieces from In Light of Shadows, composed new ones, and arranged them for a quartet of herself on electronic, Jim Black on drums, Okkyung Lee on Cello and Sylvie Courvoisier on piano. The album lingers between rhythmical melodic and more open parts. Both fit together well and the album keeps it's warmth in the more free parts as well. The first track, the one reminiscent of Vert, is called 'Quicksilver' and starts as duet between Black and Mori. The beginning is open as if they were trying to find to one another. Half a minute in the Courvoisier joins and the track develops a groovy structure. Courvoisier adds a short melody on the piano that moves through the track sometimes answered by Mori's sounds. This first track is Mori's version of funky jazz. The second piece 'Blue Moon and Yellow Dune' gives Lee a lot of space for long cello tones. The voices of the other three instruments accompany this tune in a fine and mellow way until at two minutes in when the piano breaks the structure and takes over, and the groove that also had carried this one along, breaks up. This track, also with a strong groove in the beginning makes way for the next few tracks in which the sound gets more polyphonic. The change between grooves based on Mori's electronics or Blacks' drums and the surprising breaks in between makes the album interesting and the different cuts worth listening to. The third one 'Mozu (The Shrike)' is a fine example of that. There is a strong and clear groove for the first 3 minutes of the track. Then the drums leave their own rhythm behind to jump to a short solo. After that the music goes on in that more open arythmic pattern and all four musicians take the chance to jump right in. The short piece 'Invisible Fingers' proceedes in this free manner. 'Hotaru (Firefly)', the fifth composition, takes its time to get started. It's a very quiet track. The electronic sounds make it easy to imagine fireflys in the air. The track could work very well as the soundtrack for a night at a camp fire. In other cuts the groove returns but never again as defining as they were in the first few tracks. The last piece 'Koya Hijiri' is the longest of the ten tracks. It is a adaption of the first track of Mori's last solo album In Light of Shadows. I've been listening to both versions lately and they are quite different. But I can't say which version I would prefer. Beautiful as it is to hear what Mori does with her laptop alone, it is also a great experience to hear her work with different musicians together.The interplay of the four musicians conducted by Mori is a great joy to listen to especially in the case of this track. I wrote a lot about groove thinking about this album and this groove is also part of 'Koya Hijiri' but it's a groove that is held loosely so it can jump away and explore the area, returning when the time is right. Within this last track you can find everything that is fascinating about this album comprised in one track: The different voices respect each other in their own value, each one takes its part and together they create a fine sound covering the whole area between melody and groove on the one hand and open interaction and free sounds on the other without getting lost on the way. So in the end it might not be a freejazz album. It is more an album of electronic chamber music composed by a free mind. And the result is a warm fine listening experience. The Lands of the Electric Ladys Mike Caratti / Rachel Musson / Steve Beresford - H... Sonic City Festival in Kortrijk, Belgium, November... Matthieu Donarier/Santiago Quintans – Sun Dome (Cl... 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__label__wiki	0.916985	0.916985	Towing titan Gasper Fiore arraigned in bribery scam Towing tital Gasper Fiore of Grosse Pointe Shores stayed mum at his arraignment on bribery and fraud charges and hid out for hours in courthouse. Towing titan Gasper Fiore arraigned in bribery scam Towing tital Gasper Fiore of Grosse Pointe Shores stayed mum at his arraignment on bribery and fraud charges and hid out for hours in courthouse. Check out this story on Freep.com: http://on.freep.com/2sZNjZH Detroit Free Press Published 7:46 p.m. ET June 13, 2017 \| Updated 9:13 p.m. ET June 13, 2017 Boulevard and Trumbull towing in Detroit on Wednesday, May 31, 2017.(Photo: Kathleen Galligan, Detroit Free Press) A prominent Grosse Pointe Shores businessman who made his fortune towing cars and trucks was arraigned in federal court Tuesday on charges involving a public corruption probe in Macomb County. Gasper Fiore, 56, of Grosse Pointe Shores, whose Boulevard & Trumbull Towing company has had contracts with the Detroit police, Wayne County, the Michigan Department of Transportation and the federal government, is accused of paying bribes to win a towing contract in Clinton Township. Specifically, the government alleges Fiore paid $7,000 in cash bribes to former Clinton Township Trustee Dean Reynolds for help in securing the contract. And he allegedly used indicted trash hauler Chuck Rizzo Jr. to hand off the money. Fiore appeared at his arraignment in a suit and tie and said few words except for, "Yes your honor" when the judge asked him routine questions. A plea of not guilty was entered on his behalf and he was released on bond. He said nothing to reporters afterward — nor did his lawyer, Bob Morgan — and sought refuge inside the courthouse for hours as reporters waited outside for him to emerge. According to court documents, Fiore last year allegedly gave $4,000 in cash to Rizzo, who then gave it to Reynolds. Two months later, Fiore gave Rizzo another $3,000 in cash to give to Reynolds, but an undercover agent delivered Reynolds the money instead. Ex-FBI chief: Chuck Rizzo doomed for turning on the feds 2 former Macomb politicians plead guilty in federal corruption probe Reynolds took it, prosecutors allege, which led to him and several others getting charged last fall in what the government has described as a “wide-ranging corruption investigation centered in Macomb County.” To date, 12 people have been charged, including Rizzo, 46, of Bloomfield Hills, who is charged with five counts of bribery and three counts of conspiracy to commit bribery in connection with garbage contracts in Clinton, Macomb and Chesterfield townships. He is also charged with 12 counts of mail and wire fraud. Reynolds, 49, of Clinton Township was indicted in November on charges he helped Rizzo secure an $18-million contract extension — without it being put out to bid — in exchange for $50,000-plus in bribes and a free divorce lawyer. Reynolds is awaiting trial. Fiore is charged with conspiracy to commit bribery, bribery, mail and wire fraud. If convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison. Contact Tresa Baldas: tbaldas@freepress.com. Follow her on Twitter @Tbaldas. Read or Share this story: http://on.freep.com/2sZNjZH	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2643
__label__wiki	0.712974	0.712974	Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Christopher J. Schultz, MD, FACR, FASTRO Remove \| Saved Doctors () Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital (866) 680-0505 Central Nervous System Tumors Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery Low Dose Rate Irradiation Ages Seen Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital 9200 West Wisconsin Avenue Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - Doctor of Medicine - (1985) Presbyterian Hospital - New York - NY - Residency in Radiation Oncology - (1986-1988) University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics - Madison - Residency in Radiation Oncology - (1989-1990) This provider does not have patient comments or does not meet the threshold to display a star rating with comments. A provider must have 30 surveys returned in the most recent 12-month period to display this information. Having a sufficient numbers of surveys back increases the accuracy and trustworthiness of the results. Learn more about our survey. 9200 W. Wisconsin Ave. Media/Newsroom Info for Suppliers Info for Employers (Workforce Health) Find a Medical Service Footer Locations Froedtert Campus Menomonee Falls Campus West Bend Campus The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin. We support a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network includes five hospitals, more than 1,700 physicians and nearly 40 health centers and clinics. We operate eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma Center at Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee. It is an internationally recognized training and research center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. ATTENTION: If you speak another language, assistance services, free of charge, are available to you. Call: 414-805-3000 (TTY: 1-800-947-3529) Footer Disclaimer Nav Joint Notice of Privacy Practices We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. By continuing to use our site, you accept the use of cookies. To learn more, including how to disable cookies, visit our Privacy Policy. © 2020 Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2647
__label__cc	0.528643	0.471357	Pike and San Isabel National Forests Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands Inside the FS Horse Riding & Camping Nature Viewing OHV Riding & Camping Scenic Driving Land & Resources Management About the Forest Pike & San Isabel National Forests, Cimarron & Comanche National Grasslands 2840 Kachina Drive M-F, 7:30am–4:30pm District Offices - Hours vary Sangre de Cristo Wilderness Sangre de Cristo Wilderness was designated by congress in 1993 and it now has a total of 220,803 acres. All of this wilderness is located in Colorado and is managed by the Forest Service and the National Park Service. The Sangre de Cristo Wilderness is bordered by the Great Sand Dunes Wilderness to the west. Sangre de Cristo is Spanish for "Blood of Christ," but no one is quite sure why the region was given this name. Was it because of the bloody hues washing the slopes at sunset, or the cry of the dying priest, "sangre de Cristo," as his martyred blood flowed onto the ground near here? Of the long and colorful Spanish influence in these mountains and in the San Luis Valley below there is no doubt. Two four-wheel-drive roads over Medano Pass and Hayden Pass, as well as access to Lily Lake, were slim exclusions from Wilderness designation and split the area into four distinct sections. Unlike most of Colorado's mountains, the high and magnificently rugged Sangres were uplifted suddenly in massive blocks, creating a range of dramatic vertical proportions. Four fourteeners are clumped together in the midsection of the Wilderness, including Crestone Needle (14,197 feet). Many climbers, consider the Needle to be Colorado's most challenging 14,000-foot peak. Three more fourteeners stand together just south of the boundary. Melting snow feeds many creeks and small lakes, and nourishes a forest of oak, aspen, and spruce. Black bears and a few mountain lions live here, along with elk, deer, and bighorn sheep. Long (about 70 miles) and narrow describes the area, the state's third largest, and the going is rough for the hiker. Most of the 180 miles of trails end at alpine lakes set against virtually unclimbable walls. Great Sand Dunes National Preserve in now part of the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness. Please help keep Wilderness wild by following Leave No Trace practices. Wilderness regulations apply Closest Towns: Pueblo, Colorado; Westcliffe, Colorado; Salida, Colorado; Cotopaxi, Colorado Treat all non-potable water before consuming. Operated By: Forest Service; Park Service Information Center: San Carlos Ranger District, Pike and San Isabel National Forests, US Forest Service Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, National Park Service Forest Service Topography Maps: These maps overlay Forest Service assets, such as roads, trails, and campgrounds, on USGS's topographic maps. They are available for download by quadrangle. National Forest Store: Offers a full, nationwide selection of National Forest, Ranger District, Wilderness, and Specialty Maps for purchase online or by phone, fax, and mail. Colorado’s Fourteeners Find more information about climbing Colorado’s peaks at the Rocky Mountain Region 14ers page. Wilderness.net Go to Wilderness.net for additional maps and information about Wilderness. Areas & Activities Find An Area Forest Service Home \| USDA.gov \| recreation.gov \| Recreation Customer Service Standards \| USA.gov \| Whitehouse.gov Plug-Ins \| FOIA \| Accessibility Statement \| Privacy Policy \| Important Notices \| Information Quality https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/psicc/recreation/recarea/?recid=80754&actid=51	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2651
__label__cc	0.666075	0.333925	Impact of people on environment (1) Apply Impact of people on environment filter (-) Remove Clausen, Carol filter Clausen, Carol (-) Remove Kabrick, John filter Kabrick, John (-) Remove Rowland, Mary filter Rowland, Mary (-) Remove Van Sambeek, J.W."Jerry" filter Van Sambeek, J.W."Jerry" (-) Remove Nowak, David filter Nowak, David (-) Remove Snyder, Stephanie filter Snyder, Stephanie Southern Forest Experiment Station (1) Apply Southern Forest Experiment Station filter https://www.fs.usda.gov/treesearch/search?keywords=%22construction%22&%3Bamp%3Bf%5B0%5D=author_facet%3A%22Bennett%2C%20Karen%22&%3Bpage=1&f%5B0%5D=author_facet%3A%22Clausen%2C%20Carol%22&f%5B1%5D=author_facet%3A%22Sun%2C%20Ge%22&f%5B2%5D=author_facet%3A%22Loeffler%2C%20Dan%22&f%5B3%5D=author_facet%3A%22Kabrick%2C%20John%22&f%5B4%5D=author_facet%3A%22Rowland%2C%20Mary%22&f%5B5%5D=author_facet%3A%22Nowak%2C%20David%22&f%5B6%5D=author_facet%3A%22Van%20Sambeek%2C%20J.W.%22Jerry%22%22&f%5B7%5D=author_facet%3A%22Snyder%2C%20Stephanie%22 A House-Framing System for Low-Cost Construction Housing is needed by many people with low incomes in all parts of the country. Low-income persons usually cannot afford to pay for the labor to build their houses and they have difficulty in doing the building themselves because many of the construction methods and standard practices are too complicated. Simplification of the construction methods therefore seems to be... Jerry O. Newman United States Department of Agriculture. Agricultural Research Service. Miscellaneous Publication No. 1020 Techniques to construct New Zealand elk-proof fence. An elk-proof fence was built in 1987 at the Starkey Experimental Forest and Range in northeast Oregon. The 25,000-acre research enclosure holds several hundred Rocky Mountain elk (Cervus elaphus nelsoni V. Bailey) and Rocky Mountain mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus hemionus Rafinesque) year round. The fence, constructed with high... Larry D. Bryant; Jack W. Thomas; Mary M. Rowland Woven wire fencing, high-tensile fence, wildlife fence, deer and elk management, deer and elk research, New Zealand fence, Starkey Experimental Forest and Range Gen. Tech. Rep. PNW-GTR-313. Portland, OR: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station. 17 p House Construction: How To Reduce Costs You're building a house and want to keep down the cost. How can you do it? First, plan carefully "on paper" before you start construction. By doing so, you can avoid costly mistakesinthebuildingandinthe purchase of materials. Careful planning and proper design will reduce not only the initial cost but also the cost of furnishings, utilities, and... Jerry O. Newman; Norman C. Teter; Constance D. O'Brien Home and Garden Bulletin No. 168. United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service. 14 p. Preservation treatment for wood bridge application Timber can often be a cost-effective construction material for new bridges. The durability of the bridge greatly depends on proper attention to construction details and fabrication, as well as proper preservative treatment before, during, and after construction. Material repair and replacement costs for bridges are a considerable expense for highway agencies. To... Jake Bigelow; Stan Lebow; Carol A. Clausen; Lowell Greimann; Terry J. Wipf Bridges, testing, wooden bridges, specifications, Iowa, coatings, deterioration, copper naphthenate, service life, wood preservatives, design, construction, maintenance, repair, inspection, wood preservation, timber bridges, copper naphthenate, review article, durability, performance testing, preservation Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board. No. 2108 (2009): p. 77-85. L-O-S-T: Logging Optimization Selection Technique L-O-S-T is a FORTRAN computer program developed to systematically quantify, analyze, and improve user selected harvesting methods. Harvesting times and costs are computed for road construction, landing construction, system move between landings, skidding, and trucking. A linear programming formulation utilizing the relationships among marginal analysis, isoquants, and... Jerry L. Koger; Dennis B. Webster optimization, harvesting, computer program, roadbuilding, skidders, hauling Res. Pap. SO-203. New Orleans, LA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Southern Forest Experiment Station. 66 p. The Starkey habitat database for ungulate research: construction, documentation, and use. The Starkey Project, a large-scale, multidisciplinary research venture, began in 1987 in the Starkey Experimental Forest and Range in northeast Oregon. Researchers are studying effects of forest management on interactions and habitat use of mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus hemionus), elk (Cervus elaphus nelsoni), and cattle. A... Mary M. Rowland; Priscilla K. Coe; Rosemary J. Stussy; [and others]. Habitat database, GIS, spatial data, ungulate, cattle, elk, mule deer, northeast Oregon, Starkey Project, accuracy assessment, Blue Mountains Growth and mortality of pin oak and pecan reforestation in a constructed wetland: analysis with management implications Pin oak (Quercus palustris Muenchh.) and pecan (Carya illinoensis (Wangenh.) K. Koch) trees were planted on reforestation plots at Four Rivers Conservation Area in west-central Missouri. The study was conducted to determine survival and growth rates of the two species under different production methods and environmental variables.... D.E. Henderson; P. Botch; J. Cussimanio; D. Ryan; J. Kabrick; D. Dey restoration, wetland, afforestation, reforestation, seedling, greentree reservoir, RPM, bottomland hardwood, hardmast, floodplain, pin oak, pecan Science and Management Technical Series: Number 1. Missouri Department of Conservation, Jefferson City, MO. 19 p. Test method for assessing resistance of pine lumber and waferboard to mold Methods are needed to evaluate the ability of framing lumber and composite construction materials to withstand mold growth when they are exposed to rain between manufacture and installation. A laboratory-controlled rain chamber was developed to expose biocide-treated specimens of pine lumber and waferboard to bi-weekly wetting followed by re-inoculation with test fungi... Carol A. Clausen; Michael West Pine, lumber, waferboard, mold resistance, fungi resistance, test method Forest products journal. Vol. 55, no. 12 (Dec. 2005): pages 164-166. Reserve selection with minimum contiguous area restrictions: An application to open space protection planning in suburban Chicago Conservation efforts often require site or parcel selection strategies that lead to spatially cohesive reserves. Although habitat contiguity is thought to be conducive to the persistence of many sensitive species, availability of funding and suitable land may restrict the extent to which this spatial attribute can be pursued in land management or conservation. Using... Sandor F. Toth; Robert Haight; Stephanie A. Snyder; Sonney George; James R. Miller; Mark S. Gregory; Adam M. Skibbe reserve design, contiguity, urban sprawl, spatial optimization, 0-1 Programming Biological Conservation. 142(8): 1617-1627. The market for wood picnic structures. Most of the picnic structures in six north-central states studied were constructed of wood. Service life of structure varied greatly. Vandalism and decay were the major reasons for repairing and replacing picnic tables. More than half the tables were made by the recreation agencies themselves. These results describe a market that existing and potential wood... Jerry A. Sesco market, picnic structures Research Paper NC-30. St. Paul, MN: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, North Central Forest Experiment Station Developing a field facility for evaluating flood tolerance of hardwood seedlings and understory ground covers Information about the flood tolerance of most plants has been obtained from either observations following natural floods or pot studies with amended soils. To better evaluate and compare flood tolerance among hardwood seedlings and ground covers for use in riparian buffer and bottomland plantings, a large outdoor facility with natural floodplain soils is needed where... J.W. Van Sambeek; Robert L. McGraw; John M. Kabrick; Mark V. Coggeshall; Irene M. Unger; Daniel C. Dey In: Buckley, David S.; Clatterbuck, Wayne K.; eds. Proceedings, 15th central hardwood forest conference. e-Gen. Tech. Rep. SRS-101. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Southern Research Station: 727-733. Residential fencing in a metropolitan area and three small towns. Many types of fences were found on residential lots in the metropolitan-suburban area of St. Louis County, Missouri, and three small towns in southern Illinois. Wire fences predominated. More wooden fences were found on village lots than on city lots. In general, the more expensive homes had the most wooden fencing. Homes over 5 years old had more fencing of all... Edwin Kallio; Jerry A. Sesco residential fencing Moldicidal properties of seven essential oils When wood and wood products are exposed to moisture during storage, construction or while in-service, mold growth can occur in 24 to 48 hours. Mold growth could be suppressed or prevented if wood was treated with an effective mold inhibitor. The objective of this study was to evaluate the mold inhibiting properties of natural plant extracts such as essential oils.... Vina W. Yang; Carol A. Clausen Mold fungi, essential oil, plant extract, moldicide Stockholm, Sweden : IRG Secretariat, 2006: IRG/WP ; 06-30404: 12 pages Reuse and Disposal Although preservative-treated wood is a durable construction material, it is eventually removed from service. The typical fate of treated wood removed from service varies depending on the original application and the type of preservative used. Currently, most treated wood removed from service in the United States is placed in landfills (Clausen 2003). Treated wood is... Carol A. Clausen; Stan T. Lebow treated waste wood, disposal, reuse, recycle, incineration, remediation In: Managing Treated Wood in Aquatic Environments, pp. 435-449; 2011 Questionable multivariate statistical inference in wildlife habitat and community studies We analyzed a data set constructed from functionally unrelated, easily collected observations (e.g., meat, stock, and liquor prices) around Fort Collins, Colorado, using principal components analysis (PCA), canonical correlation analysis (CC), and discriminant function analysis (DFA). Each produced seemingly significant results and suggested strong relationships... Eric A. Rexstad; Dirk D. Miller; Curtis H. Flather; Eric Anderson; Jerry W. Hupp; David R. Anderson wildlife habitat, data sets, principal components analysis (PCA), canonical correlation analysis (CC), discriminant function analysis (DFA), multivariate techniques The Journal of Wildlife Management. 52(4): 794-798. Demographic influences on environmental value orientations and normative beliefs about national forest management Using the cognitive hierarchy as the theoretical foundation, this article examines the predictive influence of individuals' demographic characteristics on environmental value orientations and normative beliefs about national forest management. Data for this investigation were obtained from a random sample of Colorado residents (n = 960). As predicted by theory, a... Jerry J. Vaske; Maureen P. Donnelly; Daniel R. Williams; Sandra Jonker cognitive hierarchy, demographics, normative beliefs, value orientation Society and Natural Resources. 14(9): 761-776. The effectiveness of texture analysis for mapping forest land using the panchromatic bands of Landsat 7, SPOT, and IRS imagery The panchromatic bands of Landsat 7, SPOT, and IRS satellite imagery provide an opportunity to evaluate the effectiveness of texture analysis of satellite imagery for mapping of land use/cover, especially forest cover. A variety of texture algorithms, including standard deviation, Ryherd-Woodcock minimum variance adaptive window, low pass etc., were applied to moving... Michael L. Hoppus; Rachel I. Riemann; Andrew J. Lister; Mark V. Finco In: Greer, Jerry Dean, ed. Rapid delivery of remote sensing products, Proceedings of the ninth forest service remote sensing applications conference; San Diego, CA; April 8-12, 2002: The American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing. On the road: workable solutions to the problems of roads and highways Fourteen authors, ranging from transportation specialists to ecologists, have collaborated to write this very useful compendium describing the newly minted discipline of "road ecology." The authors state that road ecology "uses the science of ecology and landscape ecology to explore, understand, and address the interactions of roads and vehicles with... Mary M. Rowland The Prairie Naturalist. 36(3): 198-200	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2652
__label__cc	0.542475	0.457525	Anyone Can Buy the Malware Used to Hack Sony By Kate Knibbs on at The Sony hack was the worst corporate cyberattack ever, and now anyone with $30,000 (£20,500) in Bitcoin and the ability to use Tor can buy the type of exploit used to hack Sony on underground cyberweapon websites, according to ex-hacker Jon Miller. The malware used to carry out the Sony hack wasn’t custom made, Miller pointed out on a US news programme this Sunday. Miller said he could easily buy similar exploits from Russian hackers on darknet markets, and there are plenty of people who have the technical know-how to carry out the attack themselves. “There are probably three, four, five thousand people that could do that attack today,” Miller said, emphasising that it didn’t take much to rip apart a huge corporation. When you look at it in contrast to the capabilities that the United States government are deploying, it is nowhere close to being sophisticated. My favorite analogy is the malware that was used to hack Sony is like a moped, and the malware being deployed by United States intelligence agencies is like an F-22 fighter jet. It’s much more sophisticated, it’s much harder to detect. The bottom line: companies are as unprepared for attacks from run-of-the-mill malware as they are for top-shelf state-sponsored cyber espionage. [CBS via CNET] cyberweapons Kate Knibbs	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2654
__label__wiki	0.56972	0.56972	I've Seen the Future of TV, and it's Sky Q By Aatif Sulleyman on at Every so often, something comes along that makes you sit back and think, “Yes, this is what it’s supposed to be like.” Sky Q is exactly that, for telly. Announced back in November, we’ve been looking forward to getting up close and personal with the TV service for some time now. I got the chance to fiddle with it last week, and it’s safe to say I like it like it. If you’ve read up on Sky Q, you’ll know that one of its biggest draws is a little feature called Fluid Viewing. It essentially drags television into the 21st century, and allows you to watch up to five programs on the various screens in your home at any one time. All while you record up to four other channels. What’s more, anything recorded to your Sky Q box can also be downloaded to your mobile device of choice, allowing you to watch Sky’s goodies while you’re out and about. Simply put, you can kick off an episode of Dinner Date on your TV in your living room, continue through the app on your tablet in the kitchen, pick things up again on the bog with your trusty smartphone (just give it a wipe down after), and then finish up (if the action’s still on-going) on the Tube or bus. Consumption capabilities differ from Sky box to Sky box, with the top-spec Sky Q Silver the hostess with the mostess. That model comes with a 2TB hard drive, which is enough for up to 350 hours of HD loveliness. The slightly pared-down Sky Q box has half the storage, while the the plug-and-play Sky Q Mini offers live TV through a broadband connection. Oh, and all three of these Sky Q boxes double up as Wi-Fi hotspots when you connect them to your Sky broadband router, which is handy if you’re rich enough to live in a large house with Wi-Fi blackspots. Unfortunately, this feature is only available over a Sky connection. BT and TalkTalk users, bad luck. Sky’s sexed up its interface up too, keeping that famous blue colour scheme but going heavy on movie cover art. If you like your posters, you’ll definitely enjoy flicking through the listings. Sky will regularly switch up its collection of on-demand films and TV shows, and its new Showtime deal could see favourites like Ray Donovan, Penny Dreadful and Dexter land on Q. One of my favourite new additions is the ability to search for shows by either title, actor or team name (I’d kill hours watching nineties and early-noughties Blackburn Rovers highlights), with the touch-sensitive remote. It takes a few minutes to get used to its circular, swipeable touchpad -- think back to the first time you used a touchscreen smartphone -- but it could barely be easier to figure out. You can flick through menus quickly and easily, with a big swipe taking you up or down a single slot, and swipe-and-hold letting you fly through listings. As it’s Bluetooth-enabled, it works regardless of where you point it, which is fantastic. Piles the mugs and bowls high on your coffee table -- no awkward arm-twisting necessary here. Voice search is another great-sounding addition, though Sky seems to be taking longer to sort this out than expected, and I sadly didn’t get to see if it would be able to understand my monotonous tones. If you'd rather stick to what you know, there's a traditional remote control too. Back to the new interface. My Q is the new one-stop-shop for recommendations, with the selection of suggestions continually changing, depending on your viewing history. Top Picks is a similar, albeit less personal option, consisting of a bunch of Sky-recommended shows, while you can also hit More Like This once you’ve homed in on a program you know you like, but perhaps don’t want to watch all over again. Since apps now run the world, Sky’s included a few of those too. A sidebar offers Sky News, Sky Sports News, Weather Help and My Photos, which allows you to show off your Facebook snaps without any of the risk that comes with handing your phone over to someone. YouTube and Vevo have also got some Sky Q love, so you can watch stuff like the vomiting ‘Skunk spray sweets’ kid right on the big screen. Sounds more than a bit alright, doesn’t it? Sadly, there are two hulking great elephants in the room, and they’re not going to be shifted for a little while yet. The issue of 4K content is the first of these trunked beasts. Even if you snap up Sky Q and invest in a 4K TV, you won’t be guaranteed the super-sharp viewing experience of your dreams. There’s simply not a lot out there. Sky’s assured us that a range of 4K movies, sport and entertainment shows will land later this year, but gathering a strong base is likely to be a lengthy old process. There’s also the small issue of pricing. Sky hasn't yet talked figures, but you can bet your bottom bitcoin that Q isn't going to come cheap. As it's designed to sit above the current Sky+ offering -- which is already more than many consumers can afford -- brace yourself for a financial hit. Still, if we had the money, we'd dive straight in. giz uk Aatif Sulleyman By Gary Cutlack on at Lego Criticised for Failing to Protect Pretend Cyclists Party Guests Shocked by Freak 20cm Asda Onion Ring By David Nield on at The 20 Best Mobile Games You Probably Have Not Played Yet sex tech By Victoria Song on at Sex Tech Was at CES, But CES Seemed Nervous About It	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2655
__label__cc	0.713706	0.286294	As on Jan 20, 2020 12:00 AM Your results on : Currency News Economic Buzz: German Producer Prices Decline At Slower Pace In December Germany's producer prices fell 0.2 percent year-on-year in December, slower than the 0.7 percent decrease seen in November, data from Destatis showed on Monday. On a monthly basis, producer prices were up 0.1 percent after remaining unchanged in November. Excluding energy, producer prices gained 0.2 percent on month, taking the annual growth to 0.4 percent in December. Powered by Commodity Insights Economic Buzz: Japan Industrial Production Declines In November Japan's industrial production declined more than initially estimated in November, data from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry showed on Monday. Industrial production fell by a seasonally adjusted 1% month-on-month November. According to the initial estimate, production had declined 0.9%. On a monthly basis, shipments dropped 1.7% in November and inventories decreased 0.9%. Meanwhile, the inventory ratio grew 2.2%. On a yearly basis, industrial production dropped 8.2% in November versus the initial estimate of 8.1% decrease.The capacity utilization slid 0.3% on month in November, but slower than the 4.5% decline in October. Economic Buzz: China Leaves One-Year Loan Prime Rate Unchanged China one-year loan prime rate was retained at 4.15 percent and the five-year loan prime rate at 4.80 percent. The rate was last reduced in November, which was the first reduction since the new lending rate was introduced. The loan prime rate is fixed monthly based on the submission of 18 banks, though Beijing has influence over the rate-setting. This new lending rate replaced central bank's traditional benchmark lending rate in August. The People's Bank of China reportedly introduced CNY 250 billion into the financial system via reverse repo on Monday. Economic Buzz: Eurozone Inflation Accelerates In December Eurozone inflation rose to 1.3 percent in December, as initially estimated, from 1 percent in November, final data from Eurostat reported Friday. A similar higher rate was last seen in June. Headline inflation remained well below the European Central Bank's target of below, but close to 2 percent. Core inflation that excludes energy, food, alcohol and tobacco, held steady at 1.3 percent in December. Month-on-month, overall consumer prices gained 0.3 percent and core consumer prices moved up 0.4 percent in December. Economic Buzz: UK Retail Sales Dip 0.6% On Month In December UK retail sales volume, including auto fuel, dropped 0.6 percent on month in December, following a 0.8 percent decrease in November, data from the Office for National Statistics showed Friday. This was the fifth consecutive month of no growth. Excluding auto fuel, retail sales fell 0.8 percent, the same pace of decline as logged in November. Food store sales fell 0.7 percent and non-food store sales slid 1.1 percent in December. Meanwhile, automotive fuel sales advanced 2.5 percent. Annual growth in retail sales volume, including auto fuel, improved to 0.9 percent from 0.8 percent a month ago. Excluding auto fuel, retail sales volume increased 0.7 percent after rising 0.6 percent in November. Economic Buzz: Eurozone Current Account Surplus Declines In November Euro area current account surplus fell to EUR 34 billion from EUR 36 billion in October, the European Central Bank reported Friday. However, the surplus was larger than the EUR 27 billion logged in November 2018. The visible trade surplus dropped to EUR 26 billion from EUR 32 billion. Likewise, the surplus on services fell to EUR 10 billion from EUR 11 billion. Meanwhile, primary income climbed to EUR 7 billion from EUR 6 billion and the deficit on secondary income narrowed to EUR 10 billion from EUR 13 billion. In the 12-month period to November, the current account posted a surplus of EUR 357 billion or 3 percent of GDP compared to EUR 367 billion or 3.2 percent of GDP in the year ended November 2018. Economic Buzz: China GDP Expands At Slowest Pace Since 1990 China's economy expanded at the slowest pace since 1990 as cooling domestic demand and property investment amid trade wars with the United States weighed heavily on growth last year. In the whole year of 2019, gross domestic product grew 6.1 percent, which was well within the target of 6-6.5 percent, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed Friday. Nonetheless, this was the weakest expansion since 1990 and slower than the expected 6.2 percent. Moreover, growth moderated from 6.6 percent in 2018. China's growth for 2019 matched the projections of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. In the fourth quarter, gross domestic product climbed 6.0 percent year-on-year, the same rate as seen in the third quarter and in line with expectations. The 6 percent was the lowest in nearly three decades. Economic Buzz: Japan Tertiary Industry Activity Up 1.3% On Month In November Japan's tertiary industry activity 1.3 percent month-on-month in November, data from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry showed on Friday. Among the major industries, retail trade, wholesale trade, living and amusement-related services, business services, medical, health care and welfare, real estate business, transport and postal activities, and goods rental business increased. Meanwhile, information and communication industry, electricity, gas, heat supply, water supply, and financial and insurance declined in November. On a yearly basis, tertiary industry activity declined 1.4 percent in November. Economic Buzz: US Business Inventories Slide 0.2% In November US business inventories dipped by 0.2 percent in November after inching up by a revised 0.1 percent in October, a report released by the Commerce Department on Thursday showed. The modest decrease in business inventories came as retail inventories slumped by 0.8 percent in November following a 0.1 percent uptick in October. Wholesale inventories also dipped by 0.1 percent in November after creeping up by 0.1 percent in October, while manufacturing inventories rose by 0.3 percent following a 0.2 percent increase. Economic Buzz: US Weekly Jobless Claims Drops To 204,000 US Labor Department on Thursday showed first-time claims for U.S. unemployment benefits unexpectedly decreased in the week ended January 11th. The report said initial jobless claims fell to 204,000, a decrease of 10,000 from the previous week's unrevised level of 214,000. The less volatile four-week moving average also slid to 216,250, a decrease of 7,750 from the previous week's unrevised average of 224,000. Continuing claims, a reading on the number of people receiving ongoing unemployment assistance, also fell by 37,000 to 1.767 million in the week ended January 4th. Economic Buzz: US Retail Sales Climb 0.3% In December US retail sales climbed by 0.3 percent in December, with a sharp pullback in auto sales more than offset by strength in other areas, the Commerce Department reported on Thursday and as compared to the 0.2 percent uptick originally reported for the previous month. The continued retail sales growth came even though sales by motor vehicle and parts dealers tumbled by 1.3 percent in December after jumping by 1.5 percent in November. Excluding auto sales, retail sales advanced by 0.7 percent in December after coming in unchanged in November. Ex-auto sales had been expected to climb by 0.5 percent. Economic Buzz: Eurozone House Price Growth Eases In Q3 Eurozone's house prices climbed 4.1 percent year-on-year in the third quarter, after a 4.3 percent rise in the second quarter, data from Eurostat showed on Thursday. On a quarterly basis, house prices rose 1.4 percent in the third quarter, slower than the 1.7 percent increase in the preceding quarter. In EU28, house prices grew 1.5 percent quarterly and increased 1.4 percent annually in the third quarter. Economic Buzz: German Consumer Prices Accelerate 1.5% On Year In December Germany's consumer price inflation rose 1.5 percent year-on-year in December, following a 1.1 percent increase in November and October, final data from the Federal Statistical Office showed on Thursday. This was in line with initial estimate. The latest inflation was the highest since July, when it was 1.7 percent. On a month-on-month basis, consumer prices rose 0.5 percent in December, as estimated. The harmonized index of consumer prices, which is meant for EU comparison purposes, increased 1.5 percent annually in December, following a 1.2 percent rise in the preceding month. This was in line with the initial estimate. On a monthly basis, the HICP rose 0.6 percent in December, as initially estimated. Economic Buzz: Europe ACEA Passenger Car Sales Spike 21.7% On Year In December Europe's passenger car sales surge 21.7 percent on year, but this was partially due to low base effect, as registrations decreased 8.4 percent in December 2018, data from the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association, or ACEA, showed Thursday. Passenger car sales totaled 1.21 million units. The agency said specific market changes also contributed to the exceptional growth in December. Car sales surged 27.7 percent on year in France and by 109.3 percent in Sweden as both countries announced significant changes to the bonus-malus component of CO2-based taxation for 2020. Sales grew 19.5 percent in Germany and by 6.6 percent in Spain. Italy posted 12.5 percent increase. At the same time, UK car registrations grew only 3.4 percent. Economic Buzz: Japan Producer Prices Down 0.1% On Month In December Japan producer prices were down 0.1 percent on month in December, the Bank of Japan said on Thursday, slowing from 0.2 percent in November. On a yearly basis, producer prices were up 0.9 percent, up from 0.1 percent in the previous month. Export prices were up 0.2 percent on month and down 4.1 percent on year, the central bank said, after adding 0.2 percent on month and falling 5.9 percent on year in the previous month. Import prices gained 0.9 percent on month and dropped 6.8 percent on year after gaining 0.1 percent on month and tumbling 11.3 percent on year a month earlier. Economic Buzz: Japan Core Machine Orders Jumps 18% On Month In November Japan core machine orders surged a seasonally adjusted 18.0 percent on month in November, the Cabinet Office said on Thursday coming in at 942.7 billion yen, following the 6.0 percent slide in October. On a yearly basis, core machine orders climbed 5.3 percent, following the 6.1 percent fall in the previous month. Manufacturing orders rose 0.6 percent on month and lost 12.8 percent on year, while non-manufacturing orders surged 27.8 percent on month and 22.5 percent on year. Government orders dropped 8.7 percent on month and gained 0.2 percent on year. Economic Buzz: US Producer Prices Inch Up In December US producer prices showed a modest increase in the month of December, a report released by the Labor Department on Wednesday showed. The Labor Department said its producer price index for final demand inched up by 0.1 percent in December after coming in unchanged in November. The uptick in producer prices was partly due to a jump in energy prices, which surged up by 1.5 percent in December after climbing by 0.6 percent in November. Meanwhile, the report said food prices edged down by 0.2 percent in December after spiking by 1.1 percent in November and by 1.3 percent in October. Excluding food and energy prices, core producer prices still crept up by 0.1 percent in December after dipping by 0.2 percent in November. Core prices were also expected to increase by 0.2 percent. Economic Buzz: New York Manufacturing Activity Records Modest Acceleration In January New York manufacturing activity recorded a modest acceleration in the pace of growth in the month of January, partly reflecting a notably faster rate of growth in new orders, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported on Wednesday. The New York Fed said its general business conditions index edged up to 4.8 in January from a revised 3.3 in December, with a positive reading indicating growth in regional manufacturing activity. The increase by the headline index came as the new orders index climbed to 6.6 in January from 1.7 in December, indicating a faster rate of growth. Meanwhile, the report said the shipments index edged down to 8.6 in January from 9.5 in December, pointing to a modest slowdown. Economic Buzz: US And China Sign Trade Deal US President Donald Trump and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He signed a trade deal in the White House that cut some US tariffs on Chinese goods in exchange for Chinese pledges to purchase more of American farm, energy and manufactured goods and address some US complaints about intellectual property practices.The deal would include $50 billion in additional orders for US agricultural products, Trump said, adding he was confident that US farmers would be able to meet the greater demand. He also said China would buy $40 billion to $50 billion in additional US services, $75 billion more in manufacturing goods, and $50 billion more worth of energy supplies. Economic Buzz: US Economic Activity Continues To Expand Modestly, Notes Fed's Beige Book The Federal Reserve's Beige Book, a compilation of anecdotal evidence on economic conditions in the twelve Fed districts said Wednesday that economic activity generally continued to expand modestly. Consumer spending growth was described as modest to moderate, with holiday sales said to be solid amid the increasing importance of online shopping. The Fed said employment was steady to rising modestly in most districts, while labor markets remained tight throughout the nation. Tariffs and trade uncertainty also continued to weigh on some businesses, although the release of the report comes the same day that the U.S. and China officially signed a phase one trade deal. With regard to inflation, the Beige Book said prices continued to rise at a modest pace during the reporting period, as did input costs. The Fed also said expectations for the near-term economic outlook remained modestly favorable across the nation. Interest rates are widely expected to be left unchanged at the meeting, with the Fed recently signaling that rates will remain at current levels for the foreseeable future unless there is a material change in the economic outlook.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2657
__label__wiki	0.636364	0.636364	As on Jan 20, 2020 12:00 AM Your results on : Mid Session Barometers decline further The Sensex and the Nifty further extended fall in mid-afternoon trade. The Nifty was trading below the 12,250 mark. Profit selling emerged as firmness in crude oil prices affected market sentiment. At 14:26 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was down 366 points or 0.87% at 41,579.37. The Nifty 50 index was down 107.30 points or 0.87% at 12,245.05. Selling was wide spread. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was down 0.59% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index lost 0.28%. The market breadth was negative. On the BSE, 899 shares rose and 1538 shares fell. A total of 178 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 13 stocks advanced while 37 stocks declined. Stocks in Spotlight: Kotak Mahindra Bank fell 4.29% to Rs 1624.95. The bank reported a net profit of Rs 1595.90 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Rs 1290.93 crore in Q3 December 2018, registering a rise of 23.62%. PBT (profit before tax) fell 1.35% to Rs 1944.07 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Rs 1970.71 crore in Q3 December 2018. Total income rose 12% to Rs 8077.03 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. Loan disbursement rose 10.36% to Rs 216,774 crore year-on-year. The bank saw its asset quality deteriorate slightly in December quarter. Provisions and contingencies (excluding tax provisions) rose 8.84% to Rs 444 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q2 September 2019. SMS Pharmaceuticals rose 1.04% to Rs 48.70. The United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) conducted a cGMP inspection at the company's Kandivalasa, Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh API manufacturing facility from 13th January 2020 to 17th January 2020. The inspection ended with two observations which are procedural in nature and correctable which company believes are minor in nature and no data integrity issues were observed in the inspection. Prestige Estates Projects surged 10.48% to Rs 413.70 after the company said its subsidiary acquired 50% stake in Lokhandwala DB Realty LLP. Numbers to Track: The yield on 10-year benchmark federal paper rose to 6.633% at 14:08 IST compared with 6.622% in the previous trading session. In the foreign exchange market, the rupee edged lower against the dollar. The partially convertible rupee was trading at 71.085, compared with its previous closing low of 70.08. In the commodities market, Brent crude for March 2020 settlement was up 63 cents a barrel at $65.48 per barrel. The contract rose 23 cents or 0.35% to settle at $64.85 a barrel in Friday's session. Oil prices spiked on Monday after two large crude production bases in Libya shut down due to a military blockade. This could curtail crude flows from Libya to a trickle. MCX Gold futures for 5 February 2019 settlement rose 0.02% to Rs 39,953. Sensex, Nifty extend fall; breadth turns weak Key benchmark indices extended decline and hit fresh intraday low in afternoon trade. The Nifty was trading a tad above 12,250 mark. Investors locked profits after crude oil prices firmed up overseas. At 13:24 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was down 335.63 points or 0.80% at 41,609.74. The Nifty 50 index was down 100.75 points or 0.82% at 12,251.60. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was down 0.39% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index lost 0.25%. The fall in both these indices was lesser than the fall in the main stock indexes. The market breadth was weak. On the BSE, 901 shares rose and 1468 shares fell. A total of 166 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 15 stocks advanced while 35 stocks declined. Q3 Result: Kotak Mahindra Bank was down 2.11%. The bank will announce Q3 result today. Reliance Industries fell 2.35% to Rs 1543.45. RIL, on consolidated basis, reported 13.55% increase in net profit to Rs 11,640 crore on 2.52% decrease in net sales to Rs 152,939 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. The revenue decreased primarily due to 10.6% decline in order-to-cash (O2C) business revenues, with lower product price realization and 6.6% fall in Brent crude price. This was partially offset by continuing growth momentum in consumer businesses. Digital services and retail business recorded an increase of 36.2% and 27.4% respectively, in revenue during the quarter. RIL's gross refining margin (GRM), or what it makes from turning every barrel of crude to fuel, came in at $9.2 per barrel from $8.8 per barrel. According to reports, RIL's proposed deal with Saudi Aramco will miss the planned March 31 timeline. RIL proposed to sell 20% stake its oil and chemicals business for an estimated $15 billion to Saudi Aramco. HDFC Bank fell 1.72% to Rs 1255.90 after the bank reported sharp spike in the provisions in Q3 December 2019. HDFC Bank reported a 32.77% rise in net profit to Rs 7416.48 crore in Q3 December 2019 from Rs 5585.9 crore in Q3 December 2018. Profit before tax (PBT) for Q3 December 2019 was at Rs 9,901.90 crore. Adjusting for one-off credit items, the core PBT at Rs 10,401.90 crore, grew by approximately 21%. Provisions and contingencies (excluding tax provisions) grew 37.62% on YoY basis to Rs 3043.56 crore in Q3 December 2019. Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL) jumped 3.29% to Rs 203.90 after its southern subsidiary commissioned a power transmission project in Tamil Nadu. Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) fell 0.35% to Rs 567. The automaker's arm has signed an agreement to acquire a 100% stake in Fifth Gear Ventures for Rs 30.45 crore. The company is in the business of operating an e-commerce platform. Foreign Markets: European shares opened higher while most shares in Asia were trading higher on Monday. The moves came as the People's Bank of China kept the one year and five year loan prime rates unchanged for January. Oil prices were higher, with international benchmark Brent crude futures up 1.14% to $65.47 per barrel. Oil prices spiked on Monday after two large crude production bases in Libya shut down due to a military blockade. This could curtail crude flows from Libya to a trickle. In US, stocks closed higher on Friday, ending the week at new record high, helped by data suggesting the economy and corporate profits are in good health. The rally this week has also been supported by at least a partial resolution of the US-China trade dispute and the passage of the US, Mexico, Canada trade deal by Congress. Sentiment was boosted by data on US December housing starts that showed home constructing rising 16.9%, to annual rate of 1.608 million units, to the fastest pace since 2006. In other US economic data, the Federal Reserve reported that industrial production fell 0.3% in December. Shares turn range bound; VIX spurts 7% Key equity barometers continued trading in a narrow band near the day's low in early afternoon trade. The Nifty struggled to regain the crucial 12,300 mark. Profit selling emerged as firmness in crude oil prices affected market sentiment. At 12:27 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was down 175.87 points or 0.42% at 41,769.52. The Nifty 50 index was down 0.5% at 12,291.15. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was down 0.19% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index was down 0.09%. Derivatives: The NSE's India VIX, a gauge of market's expectation of volatility over the near term, spurted 6.88% to 15.10. The Nifty January 2020 futures were trading at 12,313, a premium of 17.15 points compared with the spot at 12,295.85. On the options front, the Nifty option chain for 30 January 2020 expiry showed maximum call open interest (OI) of 31.42 lakh contracts at the 12,500 strike price. Call writing was witnessed at 12,300 strike price, which added 6.43 lakh contracts. Maximum put OI of 37.15 lakh contracts was seen at 12,000 strike price. The option chain indicates that the Nifty will hover between 12,000 and 12,500 level in January. Buzzing Segment: Shares of six public sector undertakings (PSUs) were in action after the NSE announced changes in the Nifty CPSE (Central Public Sector Enterprises) index on Friday, 17 January 2020. Earlier, stocks having more than 51.5% government holding under promoter category were eligible for inclusion in the index. As per the revised norms, stocks having more than 51% government holding under promoter category would be eligible for inclusion in the index. Accordingly, Power Finance Corporation (down 6.68%) and Indian Oil Corporation (down 3.63%) were excluded from the Nifty CPSE Index. While NHPC (up 10.54%), NMDC (up 5.01%), Power Grid Corporation of India (up 3.65%) and Cochin Shipyard (up 3.58%) were included in the index. The total number of constituents forming part of NIFTY CPSE index will change from 10 to 12. These changes shall become effective from 24 January 2020 (close of 23 January 2020), the exchange said in a press release. L&T Finance Holdings fell 6.05% to Rs 119.55 after consolidated net profit rose 1.9% to Rs 591.03 crore on 8.44% increase in total income to Rs 3,735.79 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. Consolidated profit before tax (PBT) slipped 6.5% to Rs 725.22 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Rs 775.81 in Q3 December 2018. The result was announced after market hours on Friday, 17 January 2020. GNA Axles slumped 12.34% to Rs 278.8 after the company announced a dismal Q3 2019 result on 18 January 2020. On consolidated basis, net profit slumped 57.5% to Rs 7.63 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Rs 17.95 crore in Q3 December 2018. Net sales for Q3 2019 stood at Rs 214.14 crore as against Rs 246.25 crore in Q3 2018, registering a fall of 13%. Most shares in Asia were trading higher on Monday. The moves came as the People's Bank of China kept the one year and five year loan prime rates unchanged for January. Oil prices were higher, with international benchmark Brent crude futures up 1.19% to $65.62 per barrel. Market trades in range Key benchmarks traded sideways near the day's low in mid-morning trade. The Nifty gave up 12,300 and traded below that level. At 11:31 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was down 202.57 points or 0.48% at 41,742.80. The Nifty 50 index was down 0.52% at 12,288.55. Selling was broad based. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was down 0.21% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index was down 0.14%. Q3 Results: Contraceptive maker Cupid jumped 3.46% to Rs 258.65. On standalone basis, net profit surged 400.5% to Rs 10.21 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Rs 2.04 crore in Q3 December 2018. Net sales advanced 326.6% to Rs 42.96 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. Chennai Petroleum Corporation jumped 7.48% to Rs 156.60 after reporting standalone net profit of Rs 6.37 crore in Q3 December 2019 as aginst net loss of Rs 367.10 crore in Q3 December 2019. Standalone profit before tax (PBT) stood at Rs 9.09 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against net loss of Rs 555.34 crore in Q3 December 2018. Net sales fell 7.3% to Rs 9,146.67 crore in Q3 December 2019 from Rs 9,865.83 crore in Q3 December 2018. Goa Carbon advanced 3.84% to Rs 291 after the company announced Q3 results on Saturday, 18 January 2020. On a standalone basis, Goa Carbon reported a net loss of Rs 4.12 crore in Q3 December 2019, lower than net loss of Rs 4.91 crore in Q3 December 2018. Net sales rose 13.4% to Rs 106.88 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. The company reported pre-tax loss of Rs 4.12 crore in Q3 December 2019, lower than a pre-tax loss of Rs 7.54 crore in Q3 December 2018. Reliance Industries fell 2.05% to Rs 1548.20 after a senior company executive reportedly said RIL's proposed deal with Saudi Aramco will miss the planned March 31 timeline. Reliance Industries proposed to sell 20% stake its oil and chemicals business for an estimated $15 billion to Saudi Aramco. Meanwhile, RIL announced Q3 results post trading hours on Friday, 17 January 2020. On a consolidated basis, RIL reported 13.55% increase in net profit to Rs 11,640 crore on 2.52% decrease in net sales to Rs 152,939 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. PBT (profit before tax) rose 3.58% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 14,962 crore in Q3 December 2019, RIL said in a statement after market hours on Friday, 17 January 2020. Shares of Strides Pharma Science were trading 0.83% higher at Rs 390. The company's step-down subsidiary, Strides Pharma Inc. (SPI), has received an Establishment Inspection Report (EIR) from the USFDA for its facility in Riviera Beach, Florida, US. The EIR was issued as an outcome of the USFDA's inspection of the facility in December 2019. This facility is one of the very few manufacturing facilities in the US with a soft gel capsule (SGC) manufacturing suite for formulations with containment needs. Indices trade at day's low; breadth turns negative Key indices reversed early gains and hit fresh intraday low in morning trade. The Nifty fell below the 12,350 level and hovered near the crucial 12,300 mark. Profit selling emerged as firmness in crude oil prices affected market sentiment. Brent crude futures for March 2020 delivery were up by 81 cents, or 1.25%, to $65.66. At 10:20 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was down 111.34 points or 0.27% at 41,834.03. The Nifty 50 index was down 38.2 points or 0.31% at 12,314.15. The broader market traded near the flat line. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was up 0.01% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index was down 0.02%. The market breadth turned negative. On the BSE, 876 shares rose and 1009 shares fell. A total of 113 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 19 stocks advanced while 31 stocks declined. Q3 Earnings: Federal Bank (up 0.22%), Hindustan Zinc (up 2.3%), ICICI Securities (up 0.21%), Bank of Maharashtra (down 0.22%) Just Dial (down 1.61%), Sagarsoft (India) (up 11.5%), KEI Industries (up 1.24%), Can Fin Homes (up 0.73%), HFCL (up 0.58%) and Monnet Ispat & Energy (down 3.44%) will also announce Q3 result today. Blue Dart Express slumped 3.51% to Rs 2572.3 after the company reported consolidated net loss of Rs 31.92 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against net profit of Rs 32.02 crore in Q3 December 2018. Consolidated pre-tax loss was at Rs 37.53 crore in Q3 December 2019. PBT (profit before tax) was Rs 49.09 crore in the corresponding period last year. The company accounted an exceptional item of Rs 64.11 crore during the quarter. With an intention to create long term value for its stakeholders, management of the company conducted an organisation right sizing exercise which has a impact of Rs 46.09 crore on the Q3 result. The management further decided to discontinue certain business activities and change the operating software for certain business function and accordingly the net book value of related assets aggregating to Rs 18.02 crore has been written down. L&T Technology Services (LTTS) were trading 0.29% lower at Rs 1630. LTTS' consolidated net profit fell 0.8% to Rs 204.10 crore on 1.5% rise in revenue to Rs 1,423 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q2 September 2019. Consolidated PBT (profit before tax) fell 0.75% to Rs 274.50 crore in Q3 December 2019 (Q3FY20) as against Rs 276.60 in Q2 September 2019 (Q2FY20). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, consolidated net profit grew 10% while net sales increased 8% in Q3FY20. The result was announced after market hours on Friday, 17 January 2020. ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company fell 1.74% to Rs 1386.85. ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company's net profit grew 23% to Rs 294 crore in Q3 December 2019 (Q3FY20) from Rs 239 crore in Q3 December 2018 (Q3FY2019). Profit before tax (PBT) increased 8.1% to Rs 390 crore in Q3FY20 from Rs 361 crore in Q3FY2019. Total income rose 15.6% to Rs 2914.89 crore in Q3FY20 over Q3FY19. Total tax expense fell 21.2% to Rs 95.81 crore in Q3FY20 from Rs 121.53 crore in Q3FY19. The result was announced after market hours on Friday, 17 January 2020. Ahead of the result, shares of ICICI Lombard fell 0.17% to end at Rs 1411.35 on Friday. Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL) advanced 4.33% to Rs 205.95 after its southern subsidiary commissioned a power transmission project in Tamil Nadu. In an exchange filing made after market hours on Friday, PGCIL said that its wholly-owned unit, Power Grid Southern lnterconnector Transmission System, secured through tariff based competitive bidding (TBCB) comprising elements viz. Vemagiri-11 - Chilakaluripeta 765kV DIC line, Chilakaluripeta - Cuddapah 765kV DIC line, Chilakaluripeta - Narsaraopeta (Sattenapalli) 400kV (quad) DIC line, Cuddapah - Madhugiri 400kV (quad) DIC line, Srikaukulam Pooling Station - Garividi 400 kV (Quad) DIC line and 765/400 kV substation at Chilakaluripeta on build, own, operate and maintain (BOOM) basis, has been successfully commissioned progressively on 17 January 2020. Lupin declined 2.83% to Rs 744.60 after the company's Vizag facility received five 483 observations from US drug regulator. Pharma major Lupin on Saturday (18 January) announced the completion of an inspection carried out by the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) at its Vizag API (active pharmaceutical ingredient) manufacturing facility. The inspection was carried out between 13 and 17 January 2020. The inspection for the API facility at Vizag closed with five 483 observations. Sensex, Nifty advance in early trade Key indices were trading higher on positive Asian cues. At 9:20 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 188.3 points or 0.45% at 42,133.40. The Nifty 50 index was up 36.55 points or 0.30% at 12,388.90. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was up 0.44%. The S&P BSE Small-Cap index was up 0.48%. The market breadth, indicating the overall health of the market, was positive. On the BSE, 744 shares rose and 290 shares fell. A total of 66 shares were unchanged. Among stocks, Reliance Industries rose 0.27%. Reliance Industries (RIL), on consolidated basis, reported 13.55% increase in net profit to Rs 11,640 crore on 2.52% decrease in net sales to Rs 152,939 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. The revenue decreased primarily due to 10.6% decline in order-to-cash (O2C) business revenues, with lower product price realization and 6.6% fall in Brent crude price. This was partially offset by continuing growth momentum in consumer businesses. Digital services and retail business recorded an increase of 36.2% and 27.4% respectively, in revenue during the quarter. RIL's gross refining margin (GRM), or what it makes from turning every barrel of crude to fuel, came in at $9.2 per barrel from $8.8 per barrel. HDFC Bank was up 0.03%. HDFC Bank reported a 32.77% rise in net profit to Rs 7416.48 crore in Q3 December 2019 from Rs 5585.9 crore in Q3 December 2018. Profit before tax (PBT) for Q3 December 2019 was at Rs 9,901.90 crore. Adjusting for one-off credit items, the core PBT at Rs 10,401.90 crore, grew by approximately 21%. The bank's net revenues (net interest income plus other income) increased by 19.1% to 20,842.20 crore for the quarter ended 31 December 2019 over the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Net interest income (interest earned less interest expended) for Q3 December 2019 grew 12.69% to Rs 14,172.90 crore from Rs 12,576.80 crore for Q3 December 2018, driven by growth in advances of 19.9%, and a growth in deposits of 25.2%. The net interest margin for the quarter remained stable at 4.2%. L&T Technology Services was down 0.74%. L&T Technology Services (LTTS)'s consolidated net profit fell 0.8% to Rs 204.10 crore on 1.5% rise in revenue to Rs 1,423 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q2 September 2019. On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, consolidated net profit grew 10% while net sales increased 8% in Q3FY20. The company bagged 9 multi-million dollar deals across all major industry segments including two deals worth $30 million each. On a YoY basis, LTTS increased its $20 million clients by 2 and its $10 million clients by 4. At the end of the third quarter, the patents portfolio of LTTS stood at 472, out of which 352 are co-authored with its customers and the rest are filed by LTTS. ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company's fell 0.88%. ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company's net profit grew 23% to Rs 294 crore in Q3 December 2019 from Rs 239 crore in Q3 December 2018. Total income rose 15.6% to Rs 2914.89 crore in Q3FY20 over Q3FY19. GDPI (gross direct premium income) remained flat at Rs 3693 crore in Q3FY20 compared to Rs 3699 crore in Q3FY19. Direct premiums written represent the growth of a company's insurance business during a given period. Maruti Suzuki shed 0.09%. Maruti Suzuki informed that the company launched the BS6 variant of country's best-selling multi-purpose van Eeco. The revised Ex-showroom price in Delhi and NCR region shall vary from Rs 3,80,800 to Rs 6,84,000 and in Rest of India from Rs 3,90,800 to Rs 6,94,000. Eeco will now have improved mileage, powerful performance and low cost of maintenance. The price revision is effective from 17 January 2020. Overseas, Asian stocks were trading higher on Monday as Wall Street extended its run of record peaks on solid US economic data and lashes of liquidity from the Federal Reserve. The rally this week has also been supported by at least a partial resolution of the US - China trade dispute and the passage of the US, Mexico, Canada trade deal by Congress. Sentiment was boosted by data on US December housing starts that showed home constructing rising 16.9%, to annual rate of 1.608 million units, to the fastest pace since 2006. In other US economic data, the Federal Reserve reported that industrial production fell 0.3% in December. Benchmarks trade almost flat; private banks decline Key equity benchmarks traded near the flat line in mid-afternoon trade. At 14:27 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 35.90 points or 0.09% at 41,968.46. The Nifty 50 index was down 2.80 points or 0.02% at 12,352.70. In the broader market, the S&P BSE Mid-Cap index rose 0.52% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index was up 0.39%. Both these indices outperformed the benchmarks. The market breadth was positive. On the BSE, 1308 shares rose and 1132 shares fell. A total of 176 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 24 stocks gained while 26 stocks declined. Buzzing Index The Nifty Private Bank index fell 0.67% to 17,467.10, declining the most among the other sectoral indices on the NSE. IndusInd Bank (down 2.65%), Yes Bank (down 2.63%), Federal Bank (down 0.81%), HDFC Bank (down 0.68%), City Union Bank (down 0.41%), RBL Bank (down 0.26%), Kotak Mahindra Bank (down 0.25%), ICICI Bank (down 0.15%) declined. Axis Bank was up 0.56%. Piramal Enterprises (PEL) surged 5.50% to Rs 1632. The company said its wholly-owned subsidiary, PEL DRG Dutch HoldCo BV, will sell its healthcare insights and analytics business to NYSE-listed Clarivate Analytics Plc for $950 million. The deal includes $900 million on closing and $50 million to be received at the end of 12 months thereon. The transaction is subject to shareholder approval and is expected to be completed by end of next month, PEL said in a release. Jay Shree Tea & Industries surged 7.24% to Rs 57.75 after the company decided to sell stake in two of its tea estates in Africa. The company has entered into a definitive agreement with Grand Lacs Trading SA, Belgium, to sale stake in Mata and Gisakura tea estates in Rwanda. The sale is expected to be completed by 14 February 2020. In the foreign exchange market, the rupee edged lower against the dollar. The partially convertible rupee was trading at 71.0725, compared with its previous closing low of 70.93. Barometers trade with modest gains; Europe opens higher The benchmark indices were trading with modest gains in afternoon trade. At 13:30 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 62.23 points or 0.15% at 41,994.79. The Nifty 50 index was up 4.25 points or 0.03% at 12,359.75. In the broader market, the S&P BSE Mid-Cap index rose 0.63% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index was up 0.45%. Both these indices outperformed the main stock indices. The market breadth continued to favor the buyers. On the BSE, 1316 shares rose and 1055 shares fell. A total of 160 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 24 stocks gained while 26 stocks declined. Reliance Industries (up 2.64%), HCL Technologies (down 0.07%) and TCS (down 0.24%) will announce their Q3 earnings today. Bharti Airtel (up 5.19%), Dr. Reddy's Laboratories (up 1.99%), Grasim Industries (up 1.61%), Hero MotoCorp (up 1.21%) and Sun Pharmaceutical Industries (up 0.71%) were the top gainers. Bharti Infratel (down 8.37%), IndusInd Bank (down 2.44%), Yes Bank (down 2.25%), GAIL (India) (down 2.21%) and Vedanta (down 1.36%) were the top losers. Wipro rose 0.26% to Rs 250.90. The IT major said that Wipro Ventures announced the closing of its $150 million Fund ll. Buoyed by the success of its first $100 million fund launched in 2015, Wipro Ventures will continue to invest in early to mid-stage companies building innovative enterprise software solutions across key areas, including cybersecurity, application development, analytics, cloud infrastructure, test automation, and AI. Shares in Europe opened in the green while most Asian markets were trading higher on Friday after global stock indexes and Wall Street posted more records, with strong corporate earnings and upbeat US economic data adding to optimism after China and the US signed a partial trade deal. In US, stocks rallied again on Thursday, with all three benchmark indexes closing at new records, following the signing of a trade truce between the US and China on Wednesday and Senate approval of a new trade deal between the US, Mexico and Canada on Thursday. Indices trade near flat line Key barometers bounced back after briefly slipping into negative terrain in early afternoon trade. The Nifty hovered around the 12,350 level. At 12:22 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was down 3.78 points or 0.01% at 41, 928.78. The Nifty 50 index was down 5.2 points or 0.04% at 12,350.30. The NSE's India VIX, a gauge of market's expectation of volatility over the near term, rose 0.98% to 14.3225. The Nifty January 2020 futures were trading at 12,370, a premium of 25.5 points compared with the spot at 12,344.5. Maximum put OI of 42.37 lakh contracts was seen at 12,000 strike price. Maximum put writing was seen at 12,300 strike price which added 2.55 lakh contracts. Significant put unwinding was seen at the 11,900 strike price, which shed 1.16 lakh contracts. Tata Metaliks was up 0.23%. On consolidated basis, the company's net profit rose 7.4% to Rs 21.73 crore on a 1.4% decline in net sales to Rs 321.48 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. Profit Before Tax (PBT) stood at Rs 29.40 crore in Q3 2019 as against Rs 28.16 crore in Q3 2018, registering a rise of 4.4% YoY basis. Metropolis Healthcare gained 1.01% to Rs 1,645.50 on purchasing 51% stake of Shraddha Diagnostic Centre for Rs 9.36 crore. Shraddha Diagnostic Centre is a Mumbai-based pathological and diagnostic services provider. The deal is expected to get completed within a period of 3 months. With this acquisition, Metropolis Healthcare plans to strengthen its presence in the state of Gujarat, India. The disclosure was made after trading hours yesterday, 16 January 2020. CEAT was down 0.01%. The company's board will meet on 22 January 2020 to consider a proposal for issuance of listed/unlisted secured/unsecured redeemable non-convertible debentures on private placement basis. Benchmarks sharply pare gains; breadth remains positive Key barometers indices sharply pared gains after hitting fresh intraday high in mid morning trade. The Nifty held above 12,350 level. At 11:27 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 51.89 points or 0.12% at 41,984.45. The Nifty 50 index was up 3.95 points or 0.03% at 12,359.45. The broader market outperformed the benchmarks. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index rose 0.64% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index rose 0.48%. The market breadth, indicating the overall health of the market, was positive. On the BSE, 1251 shares rose and 897 shares fell. A total of 142 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 24 stocks gained while 26 stocks declined. Karnataka Bank declined 3.89% to Rs 75.40 after net profit fell 12.3% to Rs 123.14 crore on 11.4% rise in total income to Rs 2,023.68 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. Gross non-performing assets (NPAs) stood at Rs 2,777.46 crore as on 31 December 2019 as against Rs 2,594.27 crore as on 30 September 2019 and Rs 2,345.93 crore as on 31 December 2018. The ratio of gross NPAs to gross advances stood at 4.99% as on 31 December 2019 as against 4.78% as on 30 September 2019 and 4.45% as on 31 December 2018. South Indian Bank slipped 0.54% to Rs 11.01 after the bank's profit before tax (PBT) stood at Rs 122.20 crore in Q3 December 2019, down by 5.2% from Rs 128.89 crore in Q3 December 2019. As the bank's provision for taxes fell by 29.7% to Rs 31.66 crore, its reported net profit recorded an increase of 8% to Rs 90.54 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. Gross non-performing assets (NPAs) stood at Rs 3243 crore as on 31 December 2019 as against Rs 3145 crore as on 30 September 2019 and Rs 2930 crore as on 31 December 2018. The ratio of gross NPAs to gross advances stood at 4.96 % as on 31 December 2019 as against 4.92 % as on 30 September 2019 and 4.88 % as on 31 December 2018. Kalpataru Power Transmission rose 2.44% to Rs 449.65. Alipurduar Transmission (ATL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Kalpataru Power Transmission (KPTL), has successfully connected Element-1 i.e. Alipurduar-Siliguri Line with the interconnection facilities of the grid. Earlier in March 2019, ATL had commissioned Element-2 i.e. Kishanganj-Darbhanga Line. With this connection of Element 1, the project has reached full commissioning. GMR Infrastructure was down 0.84%. The Supreme Court of India has lifted suspension of the environment clearance on GMR Goa International Airport (GGIAL). This in effect will result in resumption of the construction activities at the project site to build a greenfield international airport at Mopa, Goa, by GGIAL. Asian markets were trading higher on Friday after global stock indexes and Wall Street posted more records, with strong corporate earnings and upbeat US economic data adding to optimism after China and the US signed a partial trade deal. Indices at day's high; Vodafone Idea plummets 32% Key benchmark indices bounced back and hit fresh intraday high in morning trade. The Nifty regained 12,350 level after slipping below that level in early trade. Telecom stocks were in action after Supreme Court dismissed review petitions by various telecom companies challenging the Supreme Court judgement in the Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) case. At 10:24 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 85.39 points or 0.2% at 42,017.95. The Nifty 50 index was up 16.30 points or 0.13% at 12,371.80. In the broader market, the S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was up 0.37% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index rose 0.42%. Both these indices outperformed the Sensex. The market breadth was positive. On the BSE, 1144 shares rose and 751 shares fell. A total of 113 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 26 stocks gained while 24 stocks declined. Buzzing Index: The S&P BSE Telecom index was down 0.19% at 1,140.32. Vodafone Idea (down 32.17%) and Bharti Infratel (down 9.88%) slumped. Reliance Industries, which owns Reliance Jio, was up 2.17% and Bharti Airtel was up 3.55%. The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed pleas filed by Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea to review its earlier judgment that had asked telecom operators to pay their outstanding dues to the government. The review petitions were filed to seek relief on interest and penalty payments in connection to the verdict on AGR. The deadline for telecom companies to meet the license fee dues as per the apex court's AGR judgement is 23 January 2020. According to reports, Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel are likely to file curative petitions, besides applying to the court for more time to make the payments, a combined Rs 89,000 crore for the two. Supreme Court in October 2019 had ruled in favor of the government on the AGR issue. AGR is the basis on which DoT calculates levies payable by operators. Telecom operators are liable to pay around 3-5% and 8% of the AGR as spectrum usage charges and licence fees, respectively, to DoT. Telcos argued that AGR should comprise revenue from telecom services, but DoT insisting that AGR should include all revenue earned by an operator, including that from non-core telecom operations. Among Nifty stocks, HCL Technologies (up 0.5%), Reliance Industries (up 2.17%) and TCS (up 0.25%) will announce their Q3 December 2019 results today. Fertilizers and Chemicals Travancore (up 2.12%), L&T Finance Holdings (up 1.43%), Blue Dart (up 1.39%), ICICI Lombard General Insurance (up 0.68%) and L&T Technology Services (down 0.29%) are some of the companies that will announce their Q3 2019 Earnings today, Q3 2019 Results: Rallis India advanced 13.23% to 218.65 after consolidated net profit surged 176.52% to Rs 38.05 crore on 27.85% rise in net sales to Rs 533.60 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Q3 December 2018. Consolidated profit before tax climbed 146.05% to Rs 48.30 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Rs 19.63 crore in Q3 December 2019. The result was announced after trading hours yesterday, 16 January 2020. Hathway Cable & Datacom jumped 3.17% to Rs 22.75 after the company announced stellar Q3 2019 result after market hours yesterday, 16 January 2020. On consolidated basis, the company reported a net profit of Rs 67.24 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against a net loss of Rs 57.9 crore in Q3 December 2018. Net sales rose 12.3% to Rs 450.82 on YoY basis. Shares of Cyient were trading 1.35% lower at Rs 446. The IT firm reported a 10.35% rise in its consolidated net profit to Rs 107.60 crore in Q3 December 2019. Revenue from operations declined 4.57% to Rs 1,105.90 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Q2 September 2019. Market nudges lower in early trade Key indices were trading flat in early trade. At 9:20 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex, was down 11.80 points or 0.03% at 41,920.76. The Nifty 50 index was down 6.80 points or 0.06% at 12,348.70. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was down 0.12%. The S&P BSE Small-Cap index was up 0.19%. Among stocks, GMR Infrastructure gained 0.42%. GMR Infrastructure said that the Supreme Court of India has lifted suspension of the environment clearance on GMR Goa International Airport (GGIAL). This in effect will result in resumption of the construction activities at the project site to build a greenfield international airport at Mopa, Goa, by GGIAL. Vodafone Idea crashed 31.18%, Bharti Airtel rose 3.69%. Reliance Industries advanced 1.78%. Telecom stocks were in focus after Supreme Court, yesterday, 16 January 2020, dismissed the review pleas from telecom companies that sought relief on interest and penalty payments in connection to the verdict on Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR). The deadline for telecom companies to meet the license fee dues as per the apex court's AGR judgement is 23 January 2020. Wipro rose 0.78%. Wipro said that Wipro Ventures, announced the closing of its $150 million Fund ll. Buoyed by the success of its first $100 million fund launched in 2015, Wipro Ventures will continue to invest in early to mid-stage companies building innovative enterprise software solutions across key areas, including cybersecurity, application development, analytics, cloud infrastructure, test automation, and AI. Metropolis Healthcare was up 1.90%. Metropolis Healthcare said that the board of directors of the company have approved the acquisition of Shraddha Diagnostic Centre and the share purchase and shareholders' agreement were executed on 16 January 2020. HIL advanced 0.45%. HIL informed that informed that the board of directors of the company has approved sale and transfer of the company's calcium silicate insulation products division operated under the brand HYSIL to Calderys India Refractories through a slump sale arrangement on a going concern basis. UCO Bank fell 0.31%. UCO Bank informed that the board of directors of the Bank have approved the proposal for the issue of equity shares on preferential basis to Government of India against capital Infusion of Rs 2142 crore. Extraordinary General Meeting of the shareholders of the bank will be held on 14 February 2020 for seeking shareholders' approval. CEAT gained 1.58%. CEAT has informed that the board of directors of the company, will consider a proposal for issuance of listed/unlisted secured/unsecured redeemable non-convertible debentures on private placement basis. Overseas, Asian stocks were trading higher on Friday after global stock indexes and Wall Street posted more records, with strong corporate earnings and upbeat US economic data adding to optimism after China and the US signed a partial trade deal. Barometers firm up once again; metals correct The main stock indices firmed up in mid-afternoon trade. Trading was volatile on account of expiry of weekly index options. At 14:22 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 67.43 points or 0.16% at 41,940.16. The Nifty 50 index was up 11.20 points or 0.09% at 12,354.50. The broader market continued to outperform the benchmark index. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index rose 0.81% higher while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index gained 0.90%. The market breadth was positive. On the BSE, 1464 shares rose and 991 shares fell. A total of 156 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 22 stocks advanced while 28 stocks declined. The Nifty Metal index was down 1.28% to 2,884. The index rose 5.57% in the previous five trading sessions. Vedanta (down 2%), JSW Steel (down 1.7%), Hindalco Industries (down 1.57%), National Aluminium Company (down 1.55%), Tata Steel (down 1.32%), Steel Authority of India (down 0.58%), Jindal Steel & Power (down 0.53%) and NMDC (down 0.38%) declined. Hindustan Copper (up 1.6%) and Hindustan Zinc (up 0.12%) advanced. Alphageo (India) hit 10% upper circuit at Rs 201.45. The company has bagged two orders worth Rs 112 crore from ONGC. Plastiblends India fell 0.69% to Rs 208.20. The company's profit before tax surged 52.7% to Rs 14.03 crore on a 4.4% decline in net sales to Rs 144.72 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q3 December 2018. DLF rose 0.18% to Rs 256.30. The stocks has gained 16.02% in eight sessions from a recent closing low of Rs 220.90 recorded on 6 January 2020. The yield on 10-year benchmark federal paper fell to 6.615% at 14:17 IST compared with 6.623% in the previous trading session. In the foreign exchange market, the rupee edged lower against the dollar. The partially convertible rupee was trading at 70.93, compared with its previous closing low of 70.82. In the commodities market, Brent crude for March 2020 settlement was up 43 cents a barrel at $64.43 per barrel. The contract declined 49 cents or 0.31% to settle at $64 a barrel in Friday's session. Benchmarks bounce back The benchmark indices bounced back in afternoon trade. At 13:23 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 36.55 points or 0.09% at 41,909.28. The Nifty 50 index was up 6.45 points or 0.05% at 12,349.75. Investors locked profits after the US and China signed a preliminary trade agreement, expectations for which had driven global equities to record highs. Trading was volatile on account of expiry of weekly index options. In the broader market, the S&P BSE Mid-Cap index rose 0.75% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index gained 0.78%. Both these indices outperformed the benchmark indices. Eicher Motors (up 3.81%), Nestle India (up 3.31%), Power Grid Corporation of India (up 1.39%), Zee Entertainment Enterprises (up 1.39%) and Dr. Reddy's Laboratories (up 0.97%) were the top gainers. NTPC (down 1.94%), Vedanta (down 1.91%), JSW Steel (down 1.81%), Hindalco Industries (down 1.64%) and GAIL (India) (down 1.56 %) were the top losers. Asian Paints fell 0.46% to Rs 1833.35 after the Competition Commission of India (CCI) ordered a probe against the company for unfair business practices. CCI ordered a probe against Asian Paints allegedly hindering the entry of JSW Paints by virtue of its dominance in the market for manufacture and sale of decorative paints. The order came after JSW Paints filed a complaint alleging that Asian Paints threatened various dealers in Karnataka, Telangana and Tamil Nadu from dealing with JSW Paints. Bharti Airtel rose 0.92%. The telecom firm said that it has raised $2 billion through the QIP route; which saw participation by highly reputed global and Indian investors. The company accordingly will issue 323,595,505 equity shares of face value of Rs 5 per equity share at a price of Rs 445 which implies a discount of 1.57% on the SEBI determined floor price of Rs 452.09 per equity share. Post the QIP issue, the holding of promoter and promoter group will be 58.98% as against 62.70%. Kotak Mahindra Bank advanced 0.71%. The bank said that Kotak Mahindra Prime, a wholly owned subsidiary of the bank, has executed a share purchase agreement, for sale of its entire equity stake of 5.56% in Equifax Credit Information Services. The transaction is likely to be completed in Q4 of 2020. Most European shares opened lower, while Asian markets were mixed on Thursday. President Donald Trump signed an initial “phase one” trade deal with China on Wednesday that will roll back some of the tariffs on one another's goods and increase Chinese purchases of U.S. products. Investors were still concerned as many of the key structural issues at the crust of the trade conflict remain unresolved as the two sides enter “phase two.” In US, stock indexes closed higher on Wednesday afternoon, though the major benchmarks ended the day well off session highs, following the signing of phase 1 deal. All three major benchmarks set record intraday highs, while the Dow and S&P 500 ended the session at record closing levels. In economic data, US wholesale inflation rose 0.1% in December, according to the Labor Department's producer-price index. Year over year, producer prices rose just 1.3%, roughly half the rate in 2018. Indices trade near day's low; Wockhardt jumps 6% Key barometers hovered near the day's low in early afternoon trade. Investors locked profits after the US and China signed a preliminary trade agreement, expectations for which had driven global equities to record highs. Trading was volatile on account of expiry of weekly index options. At 12:22 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was down 45.44 points or 0.11% at 41,828.77 The Nifty 50 index was down 16.25 points or 0.13% at 12,327.05. The NSE's India VIX, a gauge of market's expectation of volatility over the near term, rose 1.18% to 14.2875. The Nifty January 2020 futures were trading at 12,358.80, a premium of 29.6 points compared with the spot at 12,329.20. Wockhardt jumped 5.77% to Rs 274. Indian drug regulator, DCGI, has approved Wockhardt's 2 new antibiotics, EMROK (IV) and EMROK 0 (Oral), for acute bacterial skin and skin structure Infections including diabetic foot infections and concurrent bacteraemia based on the Phase 3 study involving 500 patients in 40 centres across India. The new drug will target superbug like Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), which is a leading cause of rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The statement was released during market hours today, 16 January 2020. Shares of Strides Pharma Science were trading 0.21% lower at Rs 388.8. The company announced that it has received a USFDA approval for Loratadine Softgel Capsules. The product is a generic version of Claritin Liqui‐Gels Capsules. GMR Infrastructure rose 1.04% to Rs 24.20 after the company said it has decided to now divest 49% stake in GMR Airports, against 44.44% planned earlier. Sensex, Nifty turn negative The Sensex and the Nifty sharply pared gains and slipped into negative terrain in mid-morning trade. Profit booking at higher levels dragged indices lower. At 11:20 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was down 41.44 points or 0.1% at 41, 831.29. The Nifty 50 index was down 20.6 points or 0.17% at 12,322.70. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was up 0.45%. The S&P BSE Small-Cap index was up 0.45%. Both these indices outperformed the BSE Sensex. The market breadth, indicating the overall health of the market, was positive. On the BSE, 1242 shares rose and 868 shares fell. A total of 134 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 18 stocks advanced while 32 stocks declined. Telecom Companies are in focus ahead Supreme Court (SC)'s verdict on AGR (adjusted gross revenue) matter. SC will hear review petitions filed by telecom companies (Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea) regarding the AGR matter today, 16 January 2020. Bharti Airtel rose 1.24% at Rs 473.55. Vodafone Idea gained 1.5% to Rs 6.09. SC on 24 October 2019 ruled in favor of the government on the AGR issue, with grave revenue implications to the tune of over Rs 92,000 crore for the ailing telecom sector. Telecom companies were asked to pay their dues by 23 January 2020. AGR is the basis on which Department of Telecommunications (DoT) calculates levies payable by operators. Telecom operators are liable to pay around 3-5% and 8% of the AGR as spectrum usage charges and licence fees, respectively, to DoT. Reliance Industrial Infrastructure was down 1.03% to Rs 438.05. On consolidated basis, the company's net profit rose 12.8% to Rs 2.46 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Q3 December 2018. Net sales fell 5.7% to Rs 19.98 crore on YoY basis. Tinplate Company of India rose 3.04% to Rs 159.30. On standalone basis, net profit surged 198.9% to Rs 46.45 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Rs 15.54 in Q3 December 2018. Profit before tax (PBT) stood at Rs 29.45 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against Rs 26.65 crore in Q3 December 2018, rising by 10.5%. Net sales fell 14.1% to Rs 494.69 crore in Q3 December 2019 from Rs 576.19 crore in Q3 December 2018. Wockhardt jumped 9.42% to Rs 283.45. The company will reportedly hold a press conference later today. Asian markets were mixed on Thursday, as profit booking emerged after the signing of the US-China phase 1 trade deal, expectations for which had driven global equities to record highs. In US, stock indexes closed higher on Wednesday afternoon, though the major benchmarks ended the day well off session highs, after President Donald Trump signed the first phase of a trade pact with China, marking a truce in the dispute over import tariffs which has unsettled markets world-wide and slower economic growth. Strong market breadth Key benchmark indices trimmed gains after hitting record levels in morning trade. The sentiment was positive after the United States and China ended some uncertainties for the world economy by signing a partial trade agreement. At 10:28 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 50.15 points or 0.12% at 41,922.88. The Nifty 50 index was up 5.7 points or 0.05% at 12,349. The market breadth was strong. On the BSE, 1223 shares rose and 659 shares fell. A total of 107 shares were unchanged. India's trade deficit narrowed 22.3% to $11.25 billion in December 2019 from $14.49 billion in the same month a year ago. Imports fell 8.8% year-on-year to $38.61 billion, the 7th straight drop. Exports fell 1.8% year-on-year to $27.36 billion, the 5th straight annual fall. In April-December, the trade deficit narrowed sharply to $118.10 billion from $148.23 billion the same period in the previous fiscal year, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry said in a statement on Wednesday, 15 January 2020. Hathway Cable & Datacom (up 2.52%), Karnataka Bank (up 1.99%), Tata Metaliks (up 1.36%), Rallis India (up 1.3%), Cyient (up 0.98%), Aditya Birla Money (up 0.25%) and 5Paisa Capital (down 0.38%) are some of the companies that will announce their Q3 2019 results today. Den Networks rose 3.98%. The cable TV and broadband service provider reported a net profit of Rs 19.36 crore in Q3 December 2019 as against a net loss of Rs 32.38 crore in Q3 December 2018. The company reported a 3.1% rise in net sales to Rs 318.08 crore on YoY basis. Sterlite Technologies fell 3.92%. The company reported a 63.85% decline in net profit to Rs 52.63 crore in the quarter ended December 2019 as against Rs 145.60 crore during the previous quarter ended December 2018. Company's net sales declined 9.9% to Rs 1202.66 crore in the quarter ended December 2019 as against Rs 1334.87 crore during the previous quarter ended December 2018. Yes Bank (up 2.14%) is banned from trading in NSE's F&O segment after the security crossed 95% of market wide position limit. Avanti Feeds jumped 5.27% to Rs 734, extending its recent gains to third consecutive session. The stock has advanced 19.5% in just three trading days from its previous closing low of Rs 614.25 on 13 January 2020. The stock hit an intraday high of Rs 734.1 which is also a 52-week high. Market trades higher on selective buying Key indices were trading higher on selective buying. At 9:20 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 106.04 points or 0.25% at 41,978.77. The Nifty 50 index was up 27.30 points or 0.22% at 12,370.60. Among stocks, Bharti Airtel rose 0.92%. Bharti Airtel said that the company has raised $2 billion through the QIP route; which saw participation by highly reputed global and Indian investors. The company accordingly will issue 323,595,505 equity shares of face value of Rs 5 per equity share at a price of Rs 445 which implies a discount of 1.57% on the SEBI determined floor price of Rs 452.09 per equity share. Post the QIP issue, the holding of promoter and promoter group will be 58.98% as against 62.70%. Torrent Pharmaceuticals gained 0.61%. Torrent Pharmaceuticals said meeting of the board of directors will be held on 27 January 2020 to consider taking enabling resolutions for raising of funds by issue of Equity Shares including Convertible Bonds / Debentures through Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) and / or Depository Receipts or any other modes, The company will also consider payment of interim dividend for FY 2019-20 and nine on the results on the same day. Indian Oil Corporation fell 0.12%. Indian Oil Corporation said the company has issued 20,000 unsecured, rated, taxable, redeemable, non-convertible debentures (series-XV) of Rs 10,00,000 each aggregating to Rs 2,000 crore on private placement basis on 14 January 2020 to meet its capex requirements. Kotak Mahindra Bank advanced 0.71%. Kotak Mahindra Bank said that Kotak Mahindra Prime, a wholly owned subsidiary of the bank has executed a share purchase agreement, for sale of its entire equity stake of 5.56% in Equifax Credit Information Services. The transaction is likely to be completed in Q4 of 2020. Asian Paints gained 0.10%. Asian Paints informed that Competition Commission of India, (CCI) has passed a prima facie order dated 14 January 2020, directing the Director General to cause an investigation against the company, basis information received from JSW Paints. Asian Paints said it is currently examining the order and will take appropriate legal recourse and will extend full co-operation to CCI in the matter. As per the data released by the Reserve Bank of India, India's services exports increased 7.9% to US$ 18.00 billion in November 2019 over November 2018. Meanwhile, India's services imports jumped 13.5% to US$ 11.47 billion in November 2019. Overseas, Asian stocks were trading mixed on Thursday in wake of the signing of the US-China trade deal, expectations for which had driven global equities to record highs. In US, stock indexes closed higher on Wednesday afternoon, though the major benchmarks ended the day well off session highs, after President Donald Trump signed the first phase of a trade pact with China, marking a truce in the dispute over import tariffs which has unsettled markets world-wide and slowed economic growth. Benchmarks come off day's low The benchmark indices trimmed losses in mid-afternoon trade as buying emerged at lower levels. At 14:25 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, fell 219.66 points or 0.52% and traded at 41,732.97. The Nifty 50 index was down 58.05 points or 0.47% at 12,304.25. Investors locked profits after other Asian stock markets came under selling pressure. Sentiment took a hit after US Treasury Secretary said that the United States would keep in place tariffs on Chinese goods until the completion of a second phase of a US-China trade agreement. In the broader market, the S&P BSE Mid-Cap index was up 0.34% while the S&P BSE Small-Cap index rose 0.80%. Both these indices outperformed the benchmarks. The market breadth was positive. On the BSE, 1294 shares rose and 1109 shares fell. A total of 180 shares were unchanged. In Nifty 50 index, 26 stocks advanced while 24 stocks declined. The Nifty Private Bank fell 1.20% to 17,515. The index has lost 1.66% in two sessions. IndusInd Bank (down 4.8%), RBL Bank (down 2.73%), ICICI Bank (down 1.15%), HDFC Bank (down 1.02%), Federal Bank (down 0.77%), Axis Bank (down 0.37%), Kotak Mahindra Bank (down 0.21%) declined. City Union Bank rose 3.54%. Yes Bank was up 3.89% on bargain hunting after a steep selling in the past three sessions. Shares of Yes Bank tumbled 18.50% in three sessions to Rs 38.55 on 14 January 2020, from its closing high of Rs 47.30 on 9 January 2020. The bank announced post trading hours on Tuesday, 14 January 2020, that it will hold extraordinary general meeting on 7 February to seek shareholders' nod to raise Rs 10,000 crore via combination of equity and debt. Meanwhile, Yes Bank after market hours on Tuesday, 14 January 2020, said that it acquired 12,73,21,500 equity shares, or 29.97% equity, of Rosa Power Supply Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Power, pursuant to invocation of pledge of shares. The Rosa thermal plant (1,200 MW) at Shahjahanpur in Uttar Pradesh, owned by the Rosa Power Supply Company generated 4341 million units in the year ended 31 March 2019. Larsen & Toubro Infotech jumped 3.67% to Rs 1947.10 after its consolidated net profit rose 4.6% to Rs 376.70 crore on 9.4% increase in revenue to Rs 2811.10 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q2 September 2019. On year-on-year (YoY) basis, consolidated net profit inched up 0.32% while revenue expanded 13.68%. Capacite Infraprojects rose 2.60% to Rs 199. The construction company has received order from integrated unit (P.W ) division for a contract value of Rs 407.16 crore for construction of multi-storey super specialty hospital building at Sir J J Hospital Campus on EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) mode at Byculla in Mumbai. Pidilite Industries slipped 0.43% to Rs 1421. The company has incorporated a joint venture to carry on the business of manufacturing, processing and distribution of technical mortars and other materials used in construction. In the foreign exchange market, the rupee edged higher against the dollar. The partially convertible rupee was trading at 70.86, compared with its previous closing low of 70.8775. In the commodities market, Brent crude for March 2020 settlement was down 18 cents a barrel at $64.02 per barrel. The contract declined 78 cents or 1.2% to settle at $64.20 a barrel in Friday's session. Key equity barometers continued trading near the day's low in afternoon trade. At 13:25 IST, the S&P BSE Sensex, fell 232.18 points or 0.55% and traded at 41,720.45. The Nifty 50 index was down 63.20 points or 0.51% at 12,299.10. The government will release India's trade data for December 2019 at 18:00 IST today, 15 Wednesday 2019. India's trade deficit narrowed to $12.12 billion in November 2019 from $17.58 billion in the same month a year ago, as imports slumped 12.71% to $38.11 billion. Exports fell 0.34% to $25.98 billion. Tata Motors (up 2.63%), Hero MotoCorp (up 1.57%), Titan Company (up 1.15%) and Hindalco Industries (up 0.97%) were the top gainers. IndusInd Bank (down 4.75%), Infosys (down 1.30%), Dr. Reddy's Laboratories (down 1.22%), HDFC (down 1.10%) and ICICI Bank (down 1.01%) were the top losers. Yes Bank announced post trading hours on Tuesday, 14 January 2020, that it will hold extraordinary general meeting on 7 February to seek shareholders' nod to raise Rs 10,000 crore via combination of equity and debt. Wipro fell 1.89%. On consolidated basis, the company reported 3.79% decline in net profit to Rs 2,455.90 crore on 2.28% increase in revenue to Rs 15,470.50 crore in Q3 December 2019 over Q2 September 2019. The company expects revenue from IT services business to be in the range of $2,095 million to $2,137 million. This translates to a dull sequential growth of 0.0% to 2.0%. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries was up 0.3%. The drug major and Rockwell Medical entered into a licensing agreement for commercializing Triferic, a proprietary iron replacement and haemoglobin maintenance drug, for treating anaemia in hemodialysis patients in India. Shares of L&T were trading 0.51% higher at Rs 1332.75. The company said it won 'large' orders from various business across the country. L&T classifies large orders between value of Rs 2500 crore and Rs 5000 crore. Most European shares opened higher while Asian stocks fell across the board on Wednesday as investors awaited the signing of an initial US-China trade deal, with sentiment somewhat dented by comments from the US Treasury Secretary. The United States will maintain tariffs on Chinese goods until the completion of a second phase of a U.S.-China trade agreement, US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said on Tuesday, a day before the two sides are to sign an interim deal. If the president gets a Phase 2 in place quickly, he'll consider releasing tariffs as part of Phase 2, Mnuchin reportedly said. Trump is slated to sign the Phase 1 trade agreement with Chinese Vice Premier Liu He at the White House on Wednesday at 22:00 IST (1630 GMT). All aspects of the Phase 1 trade deal with China would be made public on Wednesday, except a confidential annex that will detail US products and services to be purchased by China. In US, stocks posted a mixed finish on Tuesday as doubts about the extent of import tariff reductions in a trade deal with China saw equities retreat from fresh intraday records for the benchmark indexes.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2658
__label__wiki	0.567817	0.567817	Permissions for new homes highest on record as Help to Buy boosts builders’ investment in future sites First-time buyer scheme is driving demand and supply is following – but industry needs certainty on its future The number of planning permissions granted in the year to June was the highest for a 12 month period since 2006 when HBF and Glenigan started the Housing Pipeline reports. Driven by strong demand for new homes from the Help to Buy scheme permission for 321,982 new homes were granted in the most recent 12 months. There is a strong correlation between planning permissions granted today and new homes completions two to three years down the line (see graph 1 below) and the figures demonstrate the confidence of builders as first-time buyers continue to use the Help to Buy scheme to get on the housing ladder. (Graph 2 below shows how permissions have increased since the scheme was introduced.) Over 200,000 people, the vast majority first time buyers, now live in a new build home as a result of the Help to Buy scheme that was introduced four years ago. The industry is urging Government to clarify the future of the scheme beyond its current expiry date of 2021, with investment decisions on land, training and supply chains increasingly needing to factor in whether the scheme will still be supporting sales. Help to Buy has helped the new build sector and the first-time buyer segment of the market to buck the generally slower wider housing market. ‘Stepping up’, an HBF report looking at the impact the Help to Buy scheme has had on the housing market, shows that the scheme now accounts for 1 in 12 of all households making their first steps on the housing ladder and is driving industry confidence to invest in new sites at a time when activity in the market generally remains stubbornly slow. Over 170,000 jobs continue to be supported by the homes built each year with support from the Help to Buy scheme; and housing supply has increased by 50% since its introduction in 2013. A strong pipeline of planning permissions is essential if builders are to further increase build out rates. If permissions can be processed quickly to the point where they can be built, it will enable builders to speed up work on existing sites confident that their next sites will be ready to move on to. Whilst the overall number of planning permissions is at a high, there are still concerns as to how long many of these permissions will take to process to the stage they can actually be built – in many cases three to four years. There are also concerns that whilst the number of actual houses granted permission is rising, the number of sites they are on continues to drop, an indication that bigger sites are increasingly being allocated. The industry needs to see a mix of site sizes being given permission and is urging local authorities to allocate more smaller sites, a move that would help smaller builders in particular and lead to increases in both the number of homes being built and industry capacity. ‘Stepping up’ also explores the other economic benefits that Help to Buy is bringing to communities around the country. The 39,813 homes delivered through the scheme in the year to April supported 170,000 jobs both directly and indirectly, generated £63m towards spending on education (enough to support 15,000 school places) and £51m in Council Tax for local councils. Stewart Baseley, Executive Chairman of the Home Builders Federation said: “These record planning permission figures are a clear indication that housebuilders are committed to increasing housing output. We’ve seen 50% growth in output over the last three years and these figures indicate that progress can continue. “The Help to Buy scheme hasn’t just helped 200,000 people buy a home; it has helped them to buy a new build home which is, in turn, boosting supply and generating huge benefits for communities, councils and the Exchequer. “While the availability of mortgages has improved since 2013, without Help to Buy, a first-time buyer would once again be forced to find tens of thousands of pounds just to fund a deposit. “Ultimately If people can buy, builders can build and confidence in demand is crucial to future build rates. The figures show that if demand for new homes remains strong and the planning system processes applications efficiently, further increases in build rates can be delivered in the coming years. “We need to see confirmation from Government as to the future of the very successful Help to Buy scheme post 2021. We also need to see the proposals to improve the planning system outlined in the White Paper moved forward and implemented. “The industry has demonstrated its commitment to increase output. We now need to see decisive policy decisions that will enable the ambition to build more to be delivered.” Glenigan’s Economics Director, Allan Wilen, commented, “The residential development pipeline continues to strengthen. The number of new homes securing planning approval during the first half of 2017 was 22% up on a year ago. The increased supply of sites available for development demonstrates housebuilders confidence about market prospects with the industry well placed to meet the demand for new homes.” Graph 1 For media enquiries, or to arrange an interview, please contact Steve Turner on 020 7960 1606 or 07919 307760. Steve.turner@hbf.co.uk The Home Builders Federation (HBF) is the representative body of the home building industry in England and Wales. The HBF’s member firms account for some 80% of all new homes built in England and Wales in any one year, and include companies of all sizes, ranging from multi-national, household names through regionally based businesses to small local companies: www.hbf.co.uk Glenigan is the UK’s leading provider of construction data, contract leads and construction market analysis. Combining comprehensive data gathering and exhaustive research with detailed statistical modelling and expert analysis, it delivers a trusted insight into UK construction trends and activity. The housing approvals data analysed in this report is drawn from Glenigan’s extensive database of current and planned construction projects. Glenigan’s detailed coverage of planned housing projects across the UK offers valuable strategic and tactical insights into developers’ active sights and pipeline, with sites tracked through to completion. www.glenigan.com ‘Permissions’ are measured when the first ‘reserve matter’ attached to the consent is approved. Before an ‘implementable’ permissions is granted that allows work to start on site, a planning obligations (S106) agreement will almost always have to be agreed and signed and all pre-commencement planning conditions attached to the permission have to be discharged. Some permissions will have up to 100 conditions attached. Housing supply – new dwellings, conversions and changes of use (such as office to residential) reached 200,070 in 2015/16. Factoring in demolitions, net supply – the measure on which the Government’s ‘1M in this Parliament’ target is based on, was 189,650. Of these 163,940 were new build homes, up 38% in past 3 years. Housing Pipeline shows permissions granted on all sites. Previous versions did not include numbers for sites of under 10 units. All historic figures have been adjusted to reflect the change in methodology HPL REPORT 2017 Q2 FINAL. HBF Report - Stepping up Ht B 2017	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2669
__label__wiki	0.849769	0.849769	Which is Healthier: Cheesecake or Chocolate Cake? We're not gonna lie: Neither of these meal toppers is exactly health food. Truth is, they're both high in fat, carbs, and calories. But sometimes you've just got to have dessert, and when you do, here's which one you should order. By Leslie Barrie We're not gonna lie: Neither of these meal toppers is exactly health food. Truth is, they're both high in fat, carbs, and calories. But sometimes you've just got to have dessert, and when you do, the chocolate cake is a better pick—and not only because it's less caloric. "Chocolate has health perks like antioxidants and the mineral magnesium," says Stephanie Middleberg, RD, founder of Middleberg Nutrition in New York City. Scrape off the frosting and you'll save about 150 calories. "Cheesecake is so hard to resist," Middleberg adds, thanks to rich ingredients like cream cheese and sour cream (which pump up its saturated fat count). When choosing chocolate, pass on over-the-top varieties like lava cake, oozing with extra fudge, or the seven-tier kinds. By sticking to a slice with two layers, you can have your cake and, well, you know. RELATED: 9 Healthier Dessert Recipes for Fall For happy endings We scream for ice cream A hearty ½-cup scoop of chocolate has about 250 calories—less than a slice of cake or pie. Tweak a favorite When made with milk instead of cream, decadent-tasting crème brûlée has only about 300 calories a serving. "Ooh la la" to that. Cheese plate alert An ounce contains about 100 calories and 5 grams of saturated fat. Most platters carry three or more types in 3-ounce servings. Tart it up A berry tart has a nutritional edge over, say, cupcakes. Dig in to the fruit and a bit of the custard, skipping the buttery crust. RELATED: 16 Oatmeal Dessert Recipes That Satisfy	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2672
__label__wiki	0.757991	0.757991	Health Insurance & Protection is part of the Business Intelligence Division of Informa PLC Informa PLC \| About us \| Investor relations \| Talent Industry & Regulation Cash Plans / Dental Later Life Advice Healthcare Trust Life / Critical Illness Group Risk Generali acquires two businesses in Portugal Seguradoras Unidas deal makes Generali Portugal’s second largest non-life player Generali has strengthened its presence in Portugal with the acquisitions of Seguradoras Unidas and AdvanceCare. Seguradoras Unidas is the second largest non-life business operator in Portugal with a 15.5% market share. The company also operates in the life segment and posted total gross insurance premiums of approximately €800m in 2018. The acquisition makes Generali Portugal’s second largest non-life player with a market share of 18.7%. In life, the transaction will allow Generali to leverage Seguradoras Unidas’s agency network to develop protection products. Jaime Anchústegui Melgarejo, chief executive international of Generali, said the transaction will enable us the company to optimise its strategic positioning in the country, capture future growth opportunities, achieve significant cost synergies and ensure the operational solidity of Europ Assistance in the Portuguese market. AdvanceCare, a service platform operating primarily in the healthcare sector, is Portugal’s second largest private player with a market share of around 30%. Anchústegui Melgarejos said the deal with help the group to acquire strong know-how in the healthcare sector and a scalable platform to develop in other countries. “These acquisitions are an important step in the implementation of the group’s three-year strategy, which aims to strengthen our leadership in Europe,” he added. Generali has been present in Portugal since 1942 and operates through two companies: Generali Vida Companhia de Seguros, operating in the life segment, and Generali Companhia de Seguros, active in the non-life segment. Seguradoras Unidas is being acquired for €150m and AdvanceCare for €90m, subject to regulatory approvals. News, Opinion and Analysis All the latest, straight to your inbox To contact the editor Guides, reports, industry research and more Online, print, events and more The content of this website is © Informa Plc	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2675
__label__cc	0.605408	0.394592	Wix vs. InMotion (2020) Home > Reviews PJ Fancher Hosting Expert “We tested InMotion & Wix — The winner is InMotion!” Welcome to our matchup between two of the most popular and respected hosting providers in the industry. Wix was founded in 2006 with a mission to help aspiring web entrepreneurs create an online presence, and its site builder and hosting platform has helped more than 110,000 users carve out a space online. At Wix, it’s all about simplifying the web development process, and its intuitive WYSIWYG builder, hundreds of designer-made templates, and application integrations do just that. InMotion is also a big player in the site builder game — especially when it comes to WordPress. The host’s web development tool, BoldGrid, sits on top of the WordPress environment, lending drag-and-drop functionality to create sites optimized specifically to run on the CMS. Let’s take a look at what went into choosing our victor. 4.9/5.0 ★★★★★ "Launch" Plan: $3.99/month » "Power" Plan: $5.99/month » "Pro" Plan: $13.99/month » Visit InMotion » "Connect Domain" Plan: $4.08/month » "Combo" Plan: $9.75/month » "Unlimited" Plan: $12.92/month » Visit Wix » Compare: Overall \| Cheap Hosting \| Dedicated \| VPS \| WordPress \| Site Builder \| Conclusion Overall Hosting Comparison Best Overall Rating Offering a wider range of services than most — including shared, dedicated, VPS, and even WordPress-specific plans — InMotion Hosting features a great combination of industry-leading hardware,... read more + Offering a wider range of services than most — including shared, dedicated, VPS, and even WordPress-specific plans — InMotion Hosting features a great combination of industry-leading hardware, always-there support, and mass scalability for all hosting needs. InMotion Hosting has nice SSD drives on its shared plans, which give an added speed boost to your site. The company's customer service and reputation are excellent in the shared space, though InMotion tends to be a bit higher priced than some competitors. If a little extra speed is worth a few dollars more a month, then InMotion is a good choice for you. In testing InMotion servers and account backends ourselves, there are a few things InMotion does that we especially appreciate. First and foremost, we like to see free and automated backups included with each plan, as data security is vitally important. The company also offers zero-downtime site transfers, which makes switching to InMotion or between its hosting plans a breeze. Finally, multiple datacenters and the ability to choose which will house your site appeals to speed freaks like us. Regardless of your hosting needs, InMotion seems to have your bases covered. If you value great hardware and support, all at a reasonable price, we highly recommend InMotion as your next host. FREE SSD drives included with all hosting plans Zero-downtime website transfers and migrations FREE data backups, SSL certificate, and DDoS protection Choice of East Coast or West Coast datacenter Multi-language support, including PHP, Ruby, and Perl Get started on InMotion now. FREE (1 year) As a web builder, Wix is an industry leader when it comes to ease of use, setup time, and available features. The browser-based, WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) site-building service is hands down... read more + As a web builder, Wix is an industry leader when it comes to ease of use, setup time, and available features. The browser-based, WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) site-building service is hands down one of the foremost brands in this industry niche, and that's not without just cause. Getting started and familiar with the platform is a straightforward process, and the resulting websites you can build are in keeping with industry standards, as far as design and customization go. 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You can manipulate and edit virtually any facet of your new website, until it perfectly matches the picture in your head. Finally, get your finished creation noticed by search engines (and the millions of web surfers that they send to websites) using the Wix SEO Wizard. Just tell the Wizard the words or phrases you want people to search for and find your site, and Wix will spit back out a full SEO report — so you know where you stand in terms of relevant visitors being sent to your site. Wix premium plan customers can also benefit from $300-worth of search engine advertising credits, upping the chances of increased site visitors. Anyone in any field could find themselves wanting a website at some point in their career or personal life. Whether you're a stay-at-home mom with a creative writing habit to share or a serial entrepreneur ready to profit from your next great idea, you don't want building your own website from scratch to be a strain — on your wallet, your time, or your brain. With Wix, you can be your own web designer, developer, and marketer. The interface is easy to use and the end designs are up to snuff with industry standards. When it comes to code-free website building, Wix is a leader and an innovator. FREE signup with email or Facebook Drag-and-drop designing is super easy 1-year domain free with most plans Up to $300-worth of ad credits Access to 1,000s of templates and additional tools in the App Market Get started on Wix now. 500 MB - 20 GB Cheap Hosting Comparison Cheap Rating #7 out of 10 in Cheap Hosting reviews InMotion Hosting offers an excellent business-class shared hosting plan. While carrying a higher price tag than some other cheap hosts, it has a very nice list of features to help justify the extra cost. ... read more + InMotion Hosting offers an excellent business-class shared hosting plan. While carrying a higher price tag than some other cheap hosts, it has a very nice list of features to help justify the extra cost. 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__label__cc	0.568635	0.431365	How to Write a Book Now Tools to empower aspiring authors. Bookwriter RSS Blog Book Games Story Theory Story Analyses Ask About... Writing Questions Plot Questions Character Questions Genre Questions Write a ?? Write Nonfiction Including real historical figures in fiction book. (Scottsville, NY, USA) Question: Any pitfalls with including real historical figures having small functions in my historical novel. i.e. a short interaction between my main character and the real figure General Montcalm? PS. Love your site. thanks for all the great help. Answer: Thanks for the kind comments. As always, I'm not a lawyer and can't give legal advice. However, I think you're on pretty safe ground, since Montcalm has been dead for over 200 years. The only time you can get in trouble is when you portray recently deceased individuals (or ones still alive) in an unflattering manner such that you threaten or damage the financial interests of their families. By recently deceased, I mean that their widows, children, or possibly grandchildren are still alive and still derive a financial benefit from the famous person's reputation. Even then, there are exceptions for politicians, since criticizing or satirizing political leaders is an essential feature of democracy, protected by the right to free speech. You will see famous historical persons appear frequently in literature and film, whether as walk-on roles or main characters. Join in and submit your own question/topic! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Questions About Novel Writing. What genre is my book? Question: It's set in Ancient Rome and has historical elements, though it doesn't really mention anything of importance that would classify it as historical Question: I seem to have a really hard time pacing my stories because none of my scenes and chapters in between major plot points feels natural. Is there "I've read more than fifty books on writing, writing novels, etc., but your website has the most useful and practical guidance. Now that I understand how a novel is structured, I will rewrite mine, confident that it will be a more interesting novel." - Lloyd Edwards "Thanks to your "Create a Plot Outline in 8 Easy Steps," I was able to take a story that I simply just fooled around with and went willy nilly all over, into a clearly defined, intriguing battle where two characters fight to keep their relationship intact, and try to find a balance in control of themselves and their lives. Thanks to you, I'm not ashamed of the poor organization of my writing." - Nommanic Ragus "I am so glad I found your site. It has helped me in so many ways, and has given me more confidence about myself and my work. Thank you for making this valuable resource, for me and my fellow writers. Perhaps you'll hear about me someday...I'll owe it to you." - Ruth, Milton, U.S.A. "I never knew what to do with all the characters in my head, but since discovering Dramatica I am writing again in my spare time. Thank you for making this available. Yes, it is a bit complex, and it does take time, but I love it because it works." - Colin Shoeman "I came across your website by chance. It is a plethora of knowledge, written in a simplistic way to help aspiring writers. I truly appreciate all of the information you have provided to help me successfully (relative term) write my novel. Thank you very much!" - Leo T. Rollins "I can honestly say that this is the first website that is really helpful. You manage to answer complex questions in relatively short articles and with really intelligent answers. Thank you for taking the time to write these articles and sharing them so generously." - Chrystelle Nash "...had no idea that a simple click would give me such a wealth of valuable information. The site not only offered extremely clear and helpful instructions but was a very enjoyable read as well. The education from your wonderful site has made me a better writer and your words have inspired me to get back to work on my novel. I wish to give you a heartfelt thanks for How to Write a Book Now, sir." -- Mike Chiero © Copyright 2008-19 by Glen C Strathy How-to-Write-a-Book-Now.com	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2681
__label__cc	0.624467	0.375533	Hampden-Sydney Athletics HSCATHLETICS.COM// Official Site of Hampden-Sydney Athletics Club & Intramural Sports H-SC Athletics Events & Camps 2019 Cross Country 2019-20 Golf 2019 Soccer 2019-20 Swimming 2019-20 Tennis 2020 Distance Track Gammon Cup Student-Athlete Conduct Policy (PDF) Faculty Sports Team Mentorship Program Athletics Media Relations H-SC Campus Store TigerSportsPhotos.com Lewis C. Everett Stadium (Football/Lacrosse) Kirby Field House (Basketball) Hellmuth-Gibson Field (Soccer/Lacrosse) Ty Cobb Ballpark - Wurdeman Stadium (Baseball) Kirk Athletic Center Miller Field Ellis Rugby Pitch Basketball (NEW) HSC Home 2019 Statistics (StatCrew) Purchase a Tiger Walk Brick Prospect Day Registration Gridiron Club Golf Tournament NEW! Gridiron Club Golf Online Registration! Hampden-Sydney Football Falls To Averett 28-16 Hampden-Sydney Averett (1-0) 0 14 14 0 28 Hampden-Sydney (0-1) 3 7 3 3 16 Rhett Andersen Pa: Clay Vick - 360 Ru: Kaleb Smith - 109 Rec: Major Morgan - 169 Pa: Jacob Wright - 226 Ru: Joshua Tapscott - 69 Rec: Chase Nixon - 83 HAMPDEN-SYDNEY, Va. -- Hampden-Sydney College had 430 yards of total offense, but visiting Averett University scored two touchdowns each in the second and third quarters for a 28-16 season-opening college football win on Saturday afternoon on Fulton Field at Lewis C. Everett Stadium in Hampden-Sydney. The host Tigers (0-1) did get a school-record 48-yard field goal from junior kicker Rhett Andersen/Poquoson in the fourth quarter, while senior captain and quarterback Clay Vick/Raleigh, N.C. passed for 360 yards in his first collegiate start. The Cougars (1-0) got a 99-yard kickoff return for a touchdown by Joshua Tapscott in the second quarter, and Chase Nixon caught a 50-yard TD pass from Jacob Wright in the third quarter. H-SC put the first points on the board with 9:10 remaining in the first quarter as Andersen made a 26-yard field goal. The kick capped a 10-play, 49-yard drive on the first possession of the game for the Tigers, who led 3-0. Sophomore running back Kaleb Smith/Rocky Mount ran for 24 yards on the drive, while senior captain and wide receiver Major Morgan/Onancock caught two passes for 25 yards. The two teams traded punts before the Cougars missed on a 30-yard field goal attempt with 45-seconds left in the quarter, and the hosts led 3-0 after one period. AU, picked to win the USA South Conference, put together a six-play, 40-yard drive midway through the second quarter capped by a 25-yard TD pass from Wright to Delquan Bigelow with 6:07 on the clock and a 7-3 lead after the PAT. H-SC answered right back with a 31-yard TD pass from Vick to junior tight end Ed Newman/Farmville for a 10-7 lead at 4:47, the PAT good by Andersen. It was a quick 65-yard drive in four plays that also included junior wide receiver Blake Page/Richmond catching two passes for 34 yards. The Cougars, however, took back the momentum when Tapscott returned the ensuing kickoff 99 yards for the TD, and the PAT put the visitors ahead for good at 14-10 with 4:31 left in the first half. The Tigers were driving again on their next possession, reaching the visitor 19 yard line on a six-yard reception by junior running back Justin Pollard/Culpeper, but a personal foul penalty stalled the drive and it remained 14-10 at the intermission. H-SC used an 11-play, 67-yard drive to open the third quarter for another field goal from Andersen, this time from 25 yards out, to make it 14-13 with 10:44 on the clock. Morgan had a 36-yard catch to the five yard line for the Tigers, while Smith rushed for 16 yards and Page had a 14-yard reception. AU responded quickly once-again, this time with the 50-yard TD toss from Wright to Nixon at 9:03 of the quarter for a 21-13 lead after the PAT. It finished a 71-yard drive in four plays. H-SC was unable to score on its next possession, but Andersen was able to place a 30-yard punt down at the AU 11. The Cougars, though, would go the 89 yards in seven plays with a 15-yard TD pass from Wright to Jarrod Mosby with 2:22 left in the quarter. The PAT gave the visitors a 28-13 advantage as the two squads went to the fourth quarter. The Tigers took the ensuing possession and went 44 yards in 10 plays to the AU 31 yard line to set-up Andersen for his record-breaking field goal. The 48-yard kick surpassed the previous school record of 47 yards that had stood since 1973 when George Simons connected from that distance against Western Maryland. Unfortunately, H-SC was unable to score again as the final margin remained at 28-16. The host team did drive to the Cougars' 16 yard line with just under six minutes remaining, but Vick was stopped for no gain on fourth and one. Morgan had four catches for 56 yards on the drive. The Tigers moved the ball to the AU 15 on their final possession before a pair of sacks sandwiched around two incompletions halted the effort. Vick passed for 360 yards (32-53) and one TD with no interceptions, while Morgan had 13 receptions for 169 yards. Smith rushed for 109 yards on 24 carries, Page finished with six catches for 59 yards and Newman had four receptions for 63 yards and the TD. Junior wide receiver Dillon Costello/Haymarket added two catches for 36 yards, and Andersen was 3-3 on field goals, including his new school-record kick from 48 yards out. Senior captain and linebacker Griffin Davis/Charlottesville and sophomore linebacker Stephen Cash/Kill Devil Hills, N.C. each had seven tackles to lead H-SC. Junior linebacker Brendan Weinberg/Apex, N.C. and sophomore cornerback Dallas Robinson/Lorton each added six tackles, while junior captain and safety Riggs Jordan/Bassett along with classmate and safety Jameel Siler/Centreville each contributed four tackles. Sophomore cornerback Jordan Fields/Chapel Hill, N.C. had an interception, the first of the season for the Tigers, and the first of his collegiate career for Fields. Wright finished with 226 yards passing (19-28) and three TDs with one interception, adding 17 yards rushing on three carries. Tapscott led the Cougars with 69 yards on the ground in 13 carries. Nixon had 83 yards receiving on five catches and the TD, while Mosby added four receptions for 45 yards and the TD. Bigelow had the other TD catch, his only reception, for 25 yards. Octavius Ross led AU's defense with 11 tackles, while Nicholas Mintz had eight tackles and Conner Showalter finished with seven stops. H-SC will travel to Newport News next week for another non-conference game at in-state rival Christopher Newport University on Saturday night, September 14, at 7 p.m. at TowneBank Stadium. December 20, 2019 Major Morgan, Rhett Andersen, Phil Pullen Earn 2019 VaSID All-State Football Honors December 11, 2019 Tyler Howerton (1st Team), Rhett Andersen (2nd Team) Earn 2019 Academic All-America® Division III Football Team Honors December 10, 2019 Rhett Andersen Named to the 2019 D3football.com All-South Region Second Team December 9, 2019 Major Morgan Named 2019 Touchdown Club of Richmond State Small College Receiver of the Year November 26, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Places Six On 2019 All-ODAC Football Teams \| Major Morgan & Rhett Andersen Each First Team November 16, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Falls At Randolph-Macon 45-3 In The Game November 15, 2019 TIGER SPOTLIGHT: Rhett Andersen is Impassioned and Spiritual with Deep Convictions November 14, 2019 Rhett Andersen, Tyler Howerton Earn 2019 Academic All-District 5 Football First Team Honors From CoSIDA November 14, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Plays At Randolph-Macon On Saturday In The 124th Edition Of The Game November 9, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Falls At Home To Ferrum 31-14 November 7, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Hosts Ferrum in ODAC Action on Saturday at 1 p.m. October 26, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Falls on the Road at Guilford 37-27 October 24, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Travels to Guilford on Saturday October 23, 2019 TIGER SPOTLIGHT: Riggs Jordan ’21 Exemplifies Mission of Forming Good Men and Good Citizens October 19, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Drops Hard-Fought 21-17 Decision To Shenandoah October 17, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Hosts Shenandoah in ODAC Action on Saturday at 1 p.m. October 12, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Falls To Bridgewater 51-7 October 10, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Hosting ODAC Opponent Bridgewater for Homecoming on Saturday at 1 p.m. October 5, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Falls At Emory & Henry 56-17 October 3, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Plays At Emory & Henry On Saturday September 28, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Falls To Washington and Lee 43-24 September 26, 2019 TIGER SPOTLIGHT: Griffin Davis Chose H-SC for Football, But Discovered Much More September 26, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Welcomes Washington and Lee to Fulton Field at Lewis C. Everett Stadium on Saturday at 1 p.m. September 21, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Drops ODAC Opener On The Road At Southern Virginia 29-17 September 19, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Plays ODAC Opener At Southern Virginia On Saturday At 1 p.m. September 14, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Earns Thrilling 27-24 OT Road Win At Christopher Newport September 12, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Plays At Christopher Newport On Saturday Night September 7, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Falls To Averett 28-16 September 5, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Football Opens Against Averett On Saturday September 4, 2019 TIGER SPOTLIGHT: Senior QB Clay Vick Relishes His New Role August 26, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Picked 3rd In ODAC Football Preseason Poll June 7, 2019 Hampden-Sydney Releases 2019 Football Schedule	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2682
__label__wiki	0.964057	0.964057	HollywoodNews.com > kiss Rihanna, Chris Brown allegedly caught kissing at NYC club Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, Behavior, breaking news, chris brown, City club, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, Hollywood, hollywood news, Human behavior, Human Interest, MTV Oy, new york city, News Hollywood Awards, RadarOnline, Reggae, rihanna, Rihanna Brown HollywoodNews.com: It sounds like Rihanna and Chris Brown just can’t stay away from each other as it is rumored they were recently caught kissing at a New York City club. The two were reportedly at Griffin where they were allegedly quite affectionate, states RadarOnline. Rihanna and Brown were reportedly cozy throughout[...] Nicole Scherzinger denying Chris Brown make-out rumor Thu, Sep 27 2012 Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, Behavior, breaking news, chris brown, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, Greetings, Hollywood, hollywood news, Human behavior, Human Interest, Judge, News Hollywood Awards, Nicole Scherzinger, Personal life, x factor HollywoodNews.com: A photo was recently snapped of Nicole Scherzinger and Chris Brown in a nightclub looking like they might be kissing, but the former ‘X-Factor’ judge is denying it all. The photo is somewhat blurry, but does appear to be a possible kiss between them. However, she is claiming that the[...] Blake Lively photographed with new wedding ring Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, Behavior, blake lively, breaking news, Engagement ring, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, Hollywood, hollywood news, Human behavior, Human Interest, new york city, News Hollywood Awards, ring, Ring finger, Rings, Ryan Reynolds, South Carolina, television, Us Weekly, Wedding ring HollywoodNews.com: It looks like it is all official as Blake Lively has been spotted wearing a big diamond on her wedding ring finger while kissing rumored new husband Ryan Reynolds. The photo was taken the day after the rumored wedding took place in South Carolina, states UsMagazine.com. While hugging Reynolds for[...] Chris Brown’s girlfriend allegedly upset over kiss with Rihanna Sat, Sep 8 2012 Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, breaking news, chris brown, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, Hollywood, hollywood news, Human Interest, Karrueche Tran, MTV Oy, MTV Video Music Award, music, News Hollywood Awards, Reggae, rihanna, the MTV Video Music Awards HollywoodNews.com: Chris Brown and Rihanna shared a quick kiss during the MTV Video Music Awards, and it seems to have upset his girlfriend, Karrueche Tran. It is rumored that Tran is “pissed off” about the two exchanging the kiss after so much speculation about the status of their relationship, states UsMagazine.com.[...] Rihanna, Chris Brown reunite with hugs at MTV VMAs Fri, Sep 7 2012 Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, Behavior, breaking news, Cheek kissing, chris brown, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, Greetings, Hollywood, hollywood news, Human behavior, Human Interest, internet feed, mtv, MTV Networks, MTV Oy, News Hollywood Awards, rihanna, Rihanna Brown, the MTV Video Music Awards HollywoodNews.com: Rihanna and Chris Brown had a big moment at the MTV Video Music Awards as they were caught hugging and exchanging a kiss on the cheek. It is reported that the exchange was caught on MTV’s “VIP Seating Cam” while she was headed to her seat before the show, states[...] Prince William was afraid of getting caught on kiss cam with Kate Middleton Sat, Aug 4 2012 Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, breaking news, Chris Hoy, cyclist, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, Hollywood, hollywood news, Human Interest, Kate Austen, Kate Middleton, News Hollywood Awards, Prince, the Olympics, Twitter Inc, William HollywoodNews.com: Prince William already had the most public kiss ever with his wife Kate Middleton when they got married last year, and it seems he wants to leave it at that. William recently opened up about being worried about being caught on the kiss cam with Kate while watching the events[...] Megan Fox’s bikini body confirms pregnancy rumors Tue, Jun 26 2012 Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, breaking news, Brian Austin Green, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, Hawaii, Hollywood, Hollywood Los Angeles California, hollywood news, Human Interest, megan fox, music, Music groups, News Hollywood Awards, Twitter Inc, United States HollywoodNews.com: Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green are celebrating their second wedding anniversary in Hawaii as they always do, and with this, the pregnancy rumors are being confirmed. As Fox stepped out in a bikini during the trip, her baby bump was on full display, states UsMagazine.com. Green was also photographed[...] Lauren Conrad caught locking lips with rumored new beau Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, breaking news, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, guitarist, guitarist for the band Something Corporate, Hollywood, hollywood news, Human Interest, lauren conrad, law student, News Hollywood Awards, something corporate, Southern California, Twitter Inc, University of Southern California, valentine's day, William Tell HollywoodNews.com: It looks like Lauren Conrad’s rumored new relationship is a real thing as she was spotted locking lips with her new beau. Conrad and William Tell were reportedly spotted out to breakfast where they were caught leaning in for a kiss, states UsMagazine.com. The two have been linked since around[...] MTV Movie Awards: Red Carpet Photo Gallery – June 4, 2012 Mon, Jun 4 2012 Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, breaking news, Emma Stone, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, Hollywood, hollywood news, Human Interest, kristen stewart, MTV Oy, News Hollywood Awards, robert pattinson, the MTV Movie Awards, TWILIGHT, Twitter Inc, Us Weekly HollywoodNews.com: The MTV Movie Awards aired last night, and while many were talking about the big winners for the night, others were talking about the winners and losers on the red carpet. Hollywood News is looking back at some of the best and worst looks on last night’s red carpet. Enjoy the[...] Maria Menounos’ kiss with Derek Hough heated up ‘DWTS’ Tue, Apr 17 2012 Also tagged: Awards Movies News Award, breaking news, Carrie Ann Inaba, Dance, dancing with the stars, Derek Hough, Entertainment news, Entertainment/Culture, Hollywood, hollywood news, Human Interest, Judge, Maria Menounos, News Hollywood Awards, Television personalities, Twitter Inc HollywoodNews.com: Maria Menounos and Derek Hough are apparently hoping to get points and votes any way they can as they shared a kiss on the ‘Dancing with the Stars’ dance floor last night. The two performed a steamy salsa that ended with a kiss which didn’t impress all the judges, states[...]	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2684
__label__cc	0.671583	0.328417	Great Lakes Salmon Derby winners, and Manitowoc man lands grizzly \| Outdoors news Manitowoc's Brent Hansen nabbed a 680-pound grizzly bear while on a hunting trip to Alaska in May. Great Lakes Salmon Derby winners, and Manitowoc man lands grizzly \| Outdoors news Manitowoc's Brent Hansen nabbed a 680-pound grizzly bear while on a hunting trip to Alaska in May. Check out this story on htrnews.com: https://htrne.ws/2upaGgH For USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin Published 11:36 a.m. CT July 11, 2018 2018 Manitowoc Salmon Derby winners, from left: Joshua Velleskey, Tony Castle, Kevin Groh, Cooper Kneser and Ken Benter.(Photo: Provided) The 44th annual Northeastern Wisconsin Great Lakes Sport Fishing Salmon Derby wrapped up July 8 in Manitowoc. During the three-day event, 729 trout and salmon weighing 6,979 pounds were registered by 425 participating fishermen. Here are the winners in the five fish categories: King salmon: Ken Benter, 28.78 pounds; Coho salmon: Joshua Velleskey, 14.63 pounds; Rainbow trout: Tony Castle, 16.16 pounds; Brown trout: Kevin Groh, 22.21 pounds; and Lake trout: Cooper Kneser, 23.94 pounds. 2018 Manitowoc Salmon Derby Super Tournament winners, from left: Capt. Jeremy LeClair, Kevin LeClair, Paul Barbarossa and Bruce Barbarossa. (Photo: Provided) A Super Tournament, which ran 5 a.m.-noon July 7, had 24 participating boats that were allowed to catch up to 15 fish, but only weigh in their top five. Super Tournament winners were as follow: First place, Capt. Jeremy LeClair with a winning weight of 99.58 pounds and a prize of $1,400; Second place, Capt. Jerry Schaus with a winning weight of 82.94 pounds and a prize of $500; and Third place, Capt. Jim Jaklin with a winning weight of 75.28 pounds and a prize of $300. A free Kids' Fishing Derby took place 8 a.m.-10:30 p.m. July 7 at the Manitowoc Marina. The event was organized by Anna Beatty had 58 participants. Each child received a prize. RELATED: Maribel Sportsman's Club offers wingshooting clinic LIKE US ON FACEBOOK: Get Manitowoc County news in your feed RELATED: Wisconsin targets invasive species, Manitowoc meeting set Brent Hansen of Manitowoc shows the grizzly bear he shot May 17 near Iliamna, Alaska. The bear weighed approximately 680 pounds and was 8-1/2 feet long. (Photo: Bruce Hansen) • Brent Hansen of Manitowoc went on a grizzly bear hunt in Alaska May 10-20. He flew in to Anchorage, and from there, he took a float plane to Cusack’s Lodge Lake near Iliamna and went to a remote hunting camp. Iliamna is about 200 miles southwest of Anchorage. On May 17, Hansen shot a grizzly bear weighing approximately 680 pounds and measuring 8-1/2 feet long. During his time in Alaska, Hansen saw three black bears, three moose and 13 grizzly bears. • Since many people from this area have cabins or summer homes in Marinette and Florence counties, I wanted to share the following from the Department of Natural Resources. As a result of the detection of chronic wasting disease in a captive white-tailed deer, Marinette County is now listed as a CWD-affected county and a baiting and feeding prohibition is in effect. This represents Marinette County's first known occurrence of the disease. Florence County is within a 10-mile radius of the breeding farm on which this positive deer was found. State law requires the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources enact a ban on feeding and baiting of deer in counties or portions of counties within a 10-mile radius of a captive or free-roaming domestic or wild animal that tests positive for CWD or tuberculosis. As of July, baiting and feeding of deer will be prohibited in 43 Wisconsin counties, including the additions of Marinette and Florence. The location of this positive is also within a 10-mile radius of Forest County, thereby renewing the baiting and feeding ban in that county. Individuals may still feed birds and small mammals, provided the feeding devices are within 50 yards of a human dwelling and at a sufficient height or design to prevent access by deer. For more about baiting and feeding regulations and CWD in Wisconsin, and how to have adult deer tested during the 2018-2019 hunting seasons, visit the department's website, dnr.wi.gov, and search "baiting and feeding" and "CWD sampling," respectively. To report a sick deer on the landscape, search keywords "sick deer" or contact a local wildlife biologist. • Northeast Wisconsin Youth Shooting Program, Inc., will hold its next shoot at the Manitowoc Gun Club July 17. Shooting starts at 5 p.m. and goes until all kids 18 and younger have had a chance to shoot. Kids will get a free round of either trap or skeet (their choice) and a free box of shells to shoot the round. If this is the first shoot for a child this summer, a parent will have to be there to sign the mandatory paperwork. Manitowoc Gun Club is at 3112 Clover Road, Manitowoc. • Manitowoc County Lakes Association's next meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. July 19 at the Manitowoc County Office building, 4319 Expo Drive, Room 300. Public and guests are encouraged to attend. Title of the talk will be "Have we made progress protecting the environment as agriculture grows?" and will be presented by Scott Gunderson, Manitowoc County UW-Extension agriculture agent, and Jerry Halverson, Manitowoc County Soil & Water Conservation Department director. Sixty-one percent of Manitowoc County land base is used to produce agriculture products. Manitowoc County has many beautiful lakes used for recreation and for fish and wildlife habitat. What is being done to improve and protect our natural resources, including lakes, and what can be done in the future as agriculture continues to grow and prosper in the county? The MCLA business meeting will follow the presentation. Learn more at manitowoccountylakesassociation.org. • Clarks Mills Sportsmen’s Club is holding its picnic and tractor pull Saturday and Sunday. Grounds open at noon both days and the tractor pull is at 5 p.m. Saturday. Duck races will be at 2 p.m. Sunday. DJ Jim Braun will be on Saturday and the raffle drawing will be at 4 p.m. Sunday. • Viking Bow and Gun Club is holding its fall hunter safety course starting July 30, which is also orientation night. The remaining class dates are Aug. 8, 9, 13, 15 and 16, all from 6 to 9 p.m., and finish up from 8 a.m. until noon Aug. 18, which will be the testing and shooting day. Students must get a DNR customer identification number by calling the DNR customer service line at 888-936-7463 before the first class. Pre-registration is required by calling Jeff Lyon at 920-797-9307 no later than July 21. That’s it for this week, so have fun in the great outdoors. Bob Schuh: 920-682-3106 or bobschuh@lsol.net Manitowoc events: Subfest, Krazy Daze, Two Rivers' Neshotah Beach Bash top busy week Two Rivers' Monty Greene closes the books on his career in schools — almost Gas explosion levels several buildings in Sun Prairie, killing one firefighter Kathie's Stage Door to host Poetry Slam during inaugural Manitowoc Art Slam in September Manitowoc Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center opens July 28 Read or Share this story: https://htrne.ws/2upaGgH Woodland Dunes to host Wisconsin Society for Ornithology convention In 1920, Jane Addams spoke before a full crowd at Manitowoc Opera House Did you know Manitowoc Girl Scout Cookies were different than the rest of Wisconsin's? 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__label__wiki	0.999113	0.999113	09/21/2011 06:22 EDT \| Updated 11/21/2011 05:12 EST Bagpipe ban riles Scots ahead of crucial match with Argentina at World Cup WELLINGTON, New Zealand - Scotland players are said to be upset and "gutted" that their fans aren't allowed to play bagpipes in stadiums at the Rugby World Cup. Scotland kicking coach Duncan Hodge says the ban on musical instruments in stadiums has been depriving the team of a traditional source of motivation. The Scots next face Argentina in a crucial Pool B match at Wellington Regional Stadium on Sunday. The World Cup organizers' catch-all prohibition on musical instruments has been deemed to include bagpipes, which have stirred Scottish hearts for centuries. Matt Strachan wrote to New Zealand's prime minister when Strachan was told the bagpipes he had carried from Scotland to New Zealand for the World Cup could not be played at his team's games. The Scotland government has supported Strachan's call for a relaxation of the ban and the lone piper's Facebook page has drawn thousands of supporters. "I've played the pipes in most of the UK stadiums and also in France during the last World Cup and they have always been gratefully received," Strachan said. "Why then after many sporting years have the World Cup organizers decided against having them in stadiums?" Hodge said Scottish players were disappointed they may not hear the skirl of the pipes as the face Argentina. The winner of the match may join England in advancing from Pool B to the tournament's quarterfinals. "I think the Scots would be a bit gutted if they were (banned)," Hodge said. "The guys would rather have bagpipes than not, put it that way. "When you arrive at the ground and are warming up, you quite like to hear the sound of bagpipes. The Argentineans I'd imagine would have all kinds of support, so it would be nice to cancel that out with a few bagpipes." MORE: cp sports news	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2687
__label__wiki	0.877274	0.877274	Part of HuffPost Politics. ©2020 Verizon Media. All rights reserved. NFL Owners Decide To Punt In Meeting On Political Protests No policy changes were announced after a four-hour discussion with the players union. By Ryan Grenoble NFL owners met Tuesday with leaders from the NFL Players Association to hash out the issue of athletes protesting racial inequality by taking a knee during the national anthem. If the early reports are any indication, neither party took a strong stand for or against the protests. The four-hour discussion concluded instead with what seems like an extension of the status quo, according to Sports Illustrated senior NFL reporter Albert Breer. For now, players will continue to make their own decisions. The NFL and NFLPA released a vague joint statement afterward in which they praised the meeting as a productive discussion about how to “utilize our platform to promote equality and effectuate positive change.” Main takeaway: It feels like the league and players are making an effort to push the dialogue here off the anthem and to social causes. — Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) October 17, 2017 Other than reaffirming the football community’s “tremendous respect for our country, our flag, our anthem and our military,” however, the statement contained no hints as to whether the NFL might implement a league-wide rule forcing players to stand during the anthem. Notably, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones sat out the meeting. Jones has been accused of trying to have it both ways after he knelt in solidarity with his players at a game in September and then weeks later threatened to bench any player who protested. The silent demonstrations, sparked by then-San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick in the 2016 season, were cast in a particularly divisive tone last month, when President Donald Trump called on the NFL to fire the “son of a bitch” players who knelt. More than 200 NFL players took a knee that weekend in response to Trump’s comments. Some of them were joined by team owners and executives. Kaepernick originally sat during the anthem, but switched to kneeling as a sign of respect for veterans after a discussion with former Army Green Beret Nate Boyer. Principled and peaceful protest — which the owners themselves made great theater imitating weeks ago — should not be punished. Kaepernick lawyer Mark Geragos Now a free agent, Kaepernick has not been signed by another team, which many see as the league punishing him for being politically outspoken. He has filed a grievance against the NFL, accusing team owners of violating the league’s collective bargaining agreement. “If the NFL is to remain a meritocracy,” Kaepernick lawyer Mark Geragos said in a statement Sunday, “then principled and peaceful protest — which the owners themselves made great theater imitating weeks ago — should not be punished and athletes should not be denied employment based on partisan political provocation by the Executive Branch of our government.” Do you have information you want to share with HuffPost? Here’s how. Ryan Grenoble National Reporter, HuffPost Racism NFL Football Colin Kaepernick National Anthem	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2688
__label__wiki	0.718565	0.718565	Find a motor Find someone special Read the Hunts Post newspaper online Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Watch us on YouTube Search our website Local Football Share on Facebook Follow us on Twitter It's time to clear up this waste situation Updated: Monday, June 7, 2010 (08:50) Warboys villagers making their opinions known last year For nearly eight years, a battle has raged between the villagers of Warboys and the company Fenside Waste Management which has dumped toxic waste within a mile of homes and school. The company handled hazardous waste without formal planning consent for si For nearly eight years, a battle has raged between the villagers of Warboys and the company Fenside Waste Management which has dumped toxic waste within a mile of homes and school. The company handled hazardous waste without formal planning consent for six years. It applied for that consent retrospectively in 2004 and was refused it by Cambridgeshire County Council. Last year, the company appealed against that decision at a public inquiry. It was opposed by the villagers in the form of Warboys Landfill Action Group and Cambridgeshire County Council. After several weeks of evidence, the company withdrew its case and costs were awarded against it.The site is now inactive, apart from a recycling operation. However, at the end of last year, the company said it would take its case to the High Court. If it has the money to do that, says the action group, when are the company's opponents going to see their costs? Comment by JOHN DENNIS, chairman of Warboys Landfill Action Group.Warboys Landfill Action Group believes that it is in the interest of our village that we comment on some of the statements attributed to John Jones, operations director of Fenside Waste Management Limited, on the landfill site at Puddock Hill in Warboys in The Hunts Post of November 16. He said the company was "confident of proving" that it already had planning consent for the Station Road site at Puddock Hill.We have never argued that the company held a valid planning permission to deposit inert waste from the start of operations until July 16 2004 when the European Directive banning the deposit of mixed waste came into force. It is only the permission for hazardous waste that is an issue.However, the only body which carries the necessary authority to grant permission for the change, so as to allow the deposit of hazardous material at Warboys, is Cambridgeshire County Council's development control committee. That committee could, at the outset of this issue, have opted to refer the matter to the full council but, in the event, it decided not to do so.The development control committee meeting, held on May 26, 2004, was called specifically to discuss Fenside's application to accept hazardous waste. Those present will recall that Councillor Joe Gluza, besides confirming the committee's previously stated view of total opposition to the deposit of hazardous waste at this site, declared, very forcibly, that the committee had never even been approached to give such a consent before the current meeting.After seven hours, devoted solely to Warboys, the committee voted 5-2 to refuse permission both retrospectively and for the future. Fenside Waste Management Limited exercised their legal right to appeal this decision but then withdrew, in some apparent disarray, part way through the resultant public inquiry. In summary then, the company still has to persuade the development control committee to change its stance. Having already spent a considerable amount of public money in opposing this application, it would seem an unlikely prospect that the county council will change its mind.John Jones also told The Hunts Post that once the issue of consent had been determined - probably by the High Court some time this year - all obstacles would be removed and the site could be exploited commercially.It is reassuring to learn that the company's financial position will allow it to contemplate an expedition to the High Court. Warboys Landfill Action Group hopes that it will, therefore, receive a cheque in the sum of £22,100.60, being full settlement of our costs at the public inquiry, as awarded by the inspector, before further adventures into the legal arena are undertaken. No doubt there will be others with similar feelings and not just those awaiting their own costs settlements. At all events, it can safely be said that the outcome of litigation is usually uncertain and it is certainly not cheap. In the interim, perhaps some money can be found to undertake the urgently required remedial work to the south wall of cell 6 which the Environment Agency has identified as being required to prevent an imminent collapse into the void.They also need to solve the current leachate problems which, according to the Environment Agency, have consistently been as much as 14 times greater than the permitted levels for at least 18 months.Mr Jones said that Fenside Waste Management had legal opinions from Anthony Dinkin QC, who led its legal team during the planning inquiry, that a valid planning consent for cells 1-5a already exists. The company has always maintained that the application that led to the subsequently abandoned appeal was " a favour" to Cambridgeshire County Council officers who were coming under pressure from elected members.Mention of this "legal opinion" has been trotted out from time to time since at least 2003. The Warboys Landfill Action Group has written to Fenside Waste Management Limited asking for a sight of it without even being afforded the normal courtesy of a reply. We have not yet been able to identify anyone outside the company who is prepared to acknowledge sight of it. We do not understand why it did not surface at the development control committee meeting mentioned above or why it was not produced to help the inspector at the public inquiry. On both occasions, it was most sorely needed and might (unlikely in our view) have prevented the eventual unfavourable outcomes for the company. This being so, it is puzzling that the company, using this legal advice as its vehicle, now seems anxious to proceed to the High Court without delay.The action group has always been conscious that the considerable sum of money raised to fund the campaign has been the result of much hard work and generosity on the part of the organisations, village groups and very many individuals who have supported us. It is not to be spent lightly and without proper consideration. In this spirit, may we again invite the company to disclose this much talked about/never seen legal opinion. At a meeting at the company's site office in October 2005, it was disclosed that a takeover by South Herts Waste Management was expected to be concluded by the end of that month.This seem to us a situation almost identical to the sale of the site a decade ago from Shanks & McEwan to Fenside Waste which is where we came in.The action group wants to make all potential purchasers of the site fully aware that our mandate - obtained and confirmed at three public meetings and attended by a combined total of over 1,000 villagers - requires us to oppose the deposit of all hazardous waste at this site. We would also express our willingness to meet any organisation considering a takeover of this site and discuss, in detail, the considerable baggage it carries as well as the problems the new company is likely to face. 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__label__wiki	0.586821	0.586821	Indian American Muslim Council Peace, Pluralism and Social Justice In-depth Coverage Attacks on Journalists/Press My India Communal Harmony Weekly News Roundup – January 14, 2020 January 14, 2020 Sikandar AzamLeave a comment CAA protests: In one of worst-hit UP towns, 6 deaths, ‘no bullets found’ This town of bangle and glass factories was among the worst affected in the recent protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act in Uttar Pradesh, which were met with a police crackdown. Of the 19 deaths in alleged police action in the state, six happened in Firozabad, … Weekly News Roundup – January 9, 2020 January 8, 2020 Sikandar AzamLeave a comment India citizenship law: 100,0000 attend Hyderabad protest More than 100,000 protesters have taken part in a peaceful march in the southern Indian city of Hyderabad, chanting slogans against Narendra Modi’s new citizenship law. The protest, labelled the Million March, was organised by an umbrella group of Muslim and civil society organisations… Demonstrators were still entering the protest site late on … Reign Of Terror In U.P Says Fact Finding Report A fact-finding report, published by a team comprising activist Yogendra Yadav, CPI (ML)’s Kavita Krishnan, and Riad Azam, says that Uttar Pradesh is under a “reign of terror” following the state government’s “unlawful and lethal tactics” to harass citizens protesting peacefully against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register … Weekly News Roundup – December 26, 2019 December 25, 2019 Sikandar AzamLeave a comment UP: 14 of 16 killed in CAA protests fell to bullet injuries Fourteen of the 16 persons who were killed during protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act over the last four days in UP succumbed to “firearm injuries”,…. . Those who died from bullet injuries are: Mohammed Wakeel (32) in Lucknow; Aftab Alam (22) and Mohammad Saif (25) in Kanpur; … Preparation for a genocide under way in India: Dr. Gregory Stanton Dr. Gregory Stanton, founder of Genocide Watch, addressed an audience of Congressional and Government officials at a briefing titled Ground Reports on Kashmir and NRC in Washington D.C on December 12 where he said, “Preparation for a genocide is definitely under way in India.” He said that persecution of … Blood and Soil in Narendra Modi’s India – By Dexter Filkins …The change in Kashmir upended more than half a century of careful politics, but the Indian press reacted with nearly uniform approval. Ever since Modi was first elected Prime Minister, in 2014, he has been recasting the story of India, from that of a secular democracy accommodating a … Weekly News Roundup – December 4, 2019 December 3, 2019 Sikandar AzamLeave a comment India consul general in United States calls for ‘Israeli model’ in Kashmir At a private event on Saturday in New York City, Sandeep Chakravorty, India’s consul-general to the city, told Kashmiri Hindus and Indian nationals that India will build settlements modelled after Israel for the return of the Hindu population to Kashmir.… “I believe the security situation will improve, … Weekly News Roundup – November 27, 2019 November 26, 2019 Sikandar AzamLeave a comment US Lawmakers Introduce Resolution Condemning Human Rights Violations in Kashmir A US lawmaker… Rashida Tlaib, … in the House Resolution No 724 introduced on Thursday urged India and Pakistan to engage in dialogue to deescalate tensions between them.… The resolution titled “Condemning the human rights violations taking place in Jammu and Kashmir and supporting Kashmiri self-determination” currently has no … Assam NRC a tool to render Muslims stateless: US panel on religious freedom A federal US commission on international religious freedom has alleged that National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam is a tool to “target religious minorities and to render Muslims stateless”. Observing that the final NRC list, which validates bona fide Indian citizens of Assam, has excluded 19 … Court Backs Hindus on Ayodhya, Handing Modi Victory in His Bid to Remake India India’s Supreme Court ruled in favor of Hindus on Saturday in a decades-old dispute over a holy site contested by Muslims, handing the prime minister and his followers a major victory in their quest to remake the country as Hindu and shift it further from … Republic Day 2019 Contest IAMCs Responses IAMC NY IAMC DFW IAMC Chicago IAMC San Diego IAMC New Jersey IAMC Boston IAMC MN IAMC Seattle IAMC Bay Area Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) & National Register of Citizens (NRC) info@iamc.com 6321 W. Dempster St. Suite# 295, © 2020 Indian American Muslim Council.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2692
__label__cc	0.739211	0.260789	Future 50: Takram Design Engineering Written by New Icon asked a dozen experts and practitioners to nominate the people they think are, in some way, shaping the future. The resulting list of global talent is a snapshot that shows how young designers and architects are pushing the boundaries of their disciplines and trying to change the world Founded in 2006 by Kinya Tagawa and Motohide Hatanaka, Takram has made a name for itself at the futuristic border of high-tech design and installation art. Its very name means "to plot for the future" in Japanese. The firm has created conceptual designs for an impressive roster of clients – Toyota, Sony and Panasonic among them. It recently created an interactive navigation system for a Toyota concept car, and is working on a smartphone interface. It also created an installation at Kassel's dOCUMENTA(13) – a series of prosthetics that might conserve water in an imagined post-apocalyptic future. "What inspires us are those everyday things that just by projecting a little in the future, we may see an outline of extraordinary enrichment of life," explains Takram's Kaz Yoneda, "We aspire to occupy neither the saturated tradition of the past nor the naive futurism apt for its inevitable downfall, but a new and real vision of the near future, based on the technology of the present." www.takram.com Kinya Tagawa, Watanabe Kotaro, Motohide Hatanaka, Kaz Yoneda, Ogata Histao, Takram Design Engineering, Future 50, Thorunn Arnadottir: Iceland’s rising star The Italian Avant-Garde Barbie’s Dreamhouse Icon Awards 2013 Greta Grossman reissue Milan: Estd by Established & Sons Amanda Levete’s new collection of furniture for Established & Sons Design 06.08.08 Preview: Clerkenwell Design Week Junckers wide board Nordic Oak	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0039.json.gz/line2697

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