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Best time to visit, weather and climate São Paulo
Best time to visit São Paulo, Brazil
The best time to visit São Paulo in Brazil is from february until december, when you will have a pleasant or warm temperature and limited till mediocre rainfall. The highest average temperature in São Paulo is 27°C in january and the lowest is 20°C in june. The weather and climate of São Paulo is suitable for a city trip.
The average climate figure for São Paulo is an 8,0. This is based on various factors, such as average temperatures, the chance of precipitation and weather experiences of others.
São Paulo has the oceanic climate prevailing. If you want to know what the average temperature is in São Paulo or when most precipitation (rain or snow) falls, you can find an overview below. This way, you are well prepared. Our average monthly climate data is based on data from the past 30 years.
Climate São Paulo per month
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São Paulo in brief
Population 18.845.000
Area 20.285 km²
Coordinates 23° 34' S, 46° 38' W
Climate São Paulo
São Paulo has the oceanic climate prevailing. There is rainfall during all months of the year. The average annual temperature for São Paulo is 27° degrees and there is about 1163 mm of rain in a year. It is dry for 127 days a year with an average humidity of 73% and an UV-index of 5.
days 28 24 26 17 11 8 9 8 14 21 23 25
days 3 4 5 13 20 22 22 23 16 10 7 6
Weather São Paulo january
On average, it is maximum 27° in january in São Paulo and at least around 19° degrees. In january there are 28 days of rainfall with a total of 186 mm and the it will be dry 3 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo february
On average, it is maximum 27° in february in São Paulo and at least around 19° degrees. In february there are 24 days of rainfall with a total of 140 mm and the it will be dry 4 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo march
On average, it is maximum 26° in march in São Paulo and at least around 18° degrees. In march there are 26 days of rainfall with a total of 91 mm and the it will be dry 5 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo april
On average, it is maximum 24° in april in São Paulo and at least around 16° degrees. In april there are 17 days of rainfall with a total of 52 mm and the it will be dry 13 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo may
On average, it is maximum 22° in may in São Paulo and at least around 14° degrees. In may there are 11 days of rainfall with a total of 27 mm and the it will be dry 20 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo june
On average, it is maximum 20° in june in São Paulo and at least around 13° degrees. In june there are 8 days of rainfall with a total of 24 mm and the it will be dry 22 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo july
On average, it is maximum 21° in july in São Paulo and at least around 13° degrees. In july there are 9 days of rainfall with a total of 30 mm and the it will be dry 22 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo august
On average, it is maximum 23° in august in São Paulo and at least around 13° degrees. In august there are 8 days of rainfall with a total of 25 mm and the it will be dry 23 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo september
On average, it is maximum 25° in september in São Paulo and at least around 15° degrees. In september there are 14 days of rainfall with a total of 45 mm and the it will be dry 16 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo october
On average, it is maximum 25° in october in São Paulo and at least around 16° degrees. In october there are 21 days of rainfall with a total of 72 mm and the it will be dry 10 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo november
On average, it is maximum 25° in november in São Paulo and at least around 17° degrees. In november there are 23 days of rainfall with a total of 99 mm and the it will be dry 7 days this month in São Paulo.
Weather São Paulo december
On average, it is maximum 27° in december in São Paulo and at least around 19° degrees. In december there are 25 days of rainfall with a total of 140 mm and the it will be dry 6 days this month in São Paulo.
14 day weather forecast São Paulo
The weather for São Paulo in Brazil will be 30° till 34° degrees in the next 14 days with several days chance of light rain showers or even quite a bit of rain.
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Hotels and apartments in São Paulo
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Flight tickets to São Paulo
The 3 nearest airports to São Paulo you can fly to are:
Congonhas Airport (6 km)
Viracopos International Airport (81 km)
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About São Paulo
São Paulo lies in Brazil in the province São Paulo and the population consists of 18.845.000 inhabitants. If you want to call São Paulo you have to use +55 or 0055 before the phone number without the first 0 in the original phone number (if it occurs). If the normal number is 05012457809, for example, you can remove the first 0 and call +555012457809 or 00555012457809.
São Paulo is in a straight line at 13.354 km distance from Sydney. From Sydney Airport the flight time is about 16 hours45.
The coordinates of São Paulo, Brazil are latitude: -23.573252 en longitude: -46.641681
The GPS coordinates are S 23° 34' 23.8800" en W 46° 38' 30.1200"
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Currency São Paulo
In São Paulo the Brazilian real is used to pay.
Time difference São Paulo
In São Paulo it is now 08:42 o’clock in the morning on thursday 21 january 2021. That is 14 hour earlier than in Australia. The time zone of São Paulo is America/Sao_Paulo and the Greenwich time is UTC-03.
Vaccinations São Paulo
These vaccinations may differ per person and / or be advised on the basis of the stay in São Paulo.
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A woman was attacked and killed by a group of feral hogs Sunday morning outside the southeastern Texas home where she worked as a caretaker, authorities said.
Chambers County Sheriff Brian Hawthorne said in a press conference Monday that Christine Rollins, 59, arrived around 6 or 6:30 a.m. when she was attacked at the Anahuac home, 40 miles east of Houston.
The 84-year-old woman who has been under her care for almost two years went outside and found Rollins in the front yard between her car and the front door, Hawthorne told reporters.
The sheriff said Rollins had a severe head wound and several other injuries consistent with different size bites, indicating multiple animals were involved.
Hawthorne said detectives are still trying to determine whether Rollins fell because of a medical condition, and whether the fall caused her head injury, or whether the animals made her fall.
“In my 35 years, it was one of the worst things I had ever seen,” Hawthorne said about the scene.
The coroner in neighboring Jefferson County ruled Monday that Rollins bled to death after an attack by feral hogs.
Hawthorne told reporters that feral hogs have been a problem in the county and throughout the state of Texas. But incidents like this are rare.
“Just from what little research we have found, there is less than six of these that have been reported in the nation over the very many years in reporting these kind of deaths," he said.
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The dengue virus (DENV), first isolated in 1943, is assigned to the family Flaviviridae, genus Flavivirus. It has four serotypes (DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3, and DENV-4) and transmission to humans occurs via the Aedes mosquito, mainly Aedes aegypti. Its global reach has mirrored the spread of Aedes aegypti in tropical and subtropical areas (Messina et al. 2014). It is suggested that 390 million dengue infections occur per year, of which 96 million develop symptoms (Bhatt et al. 2013).
After being exposed to the virus (of any DENV serotype) through a mosquito bite, an incubation period of 4-7 days follows. Then symptoms tend to be noticed for the next 5 days, but not all infected individuals show signs of illness (Bhatt et al. 2013). This is called dengue fever (DF) and is similar to mild flu-like syndrome. Some hemorrhagic manifestations, such as petechiae, may occur. The next form is dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) which adds thrombocytopenia, coagulopathy, and vascular fragility and permeability. The most severe form, dengue shock syndrome (DSS), is characterized by a rapid, weak pulse, and may progress to hypovolemic shock and death (Carlos et al. 2005).
DENV has an outer icosahedral shell and a lipid bilayer that surrounds the nucleocapsid which contains the 11,000 kb positive- and single-stranded RNA (ssRNA) genome with a single open reading frame (Kuhn et al. 2002) that codes for:
Three structural proteins
C – capsid
E – envelope
prM, further processed to M – membrane
Seven nonstructural proteins
NS1, NS2a, NS2b, NS3, NS4a, NS4b, and NS5
The E protein forms the outer layer (90 E fusion protein pairs) and also binds the cellular receptors and initiates fusion with the host cell (Chambers et al. 1990). The next lower layer is made up of the M protein. In the immature DENV, the prM protein forms a trimer with the E protein pairs, resulting in the appearance of spikes on the virion surface (Zhang et al. 2003). At the core the C protein forms the container for the viral RNA.
The NS proteins have roles in viral replication and host immune system evasion. Of these, NS3 and NS5 are better defined than the other NS proteins. NS3 is a viral protease and helicase, which cleaves the single viral polypeptide into the seven proteins and unwinds the RNA duplex during replication, respectively. NS2b serves as a cofactor for the protease activity (Falgout et al. 1991) while NS4b interacts with the helicase domain (Umareddy et al. 2006). NS5 is the RNA-dependent RNA polymerase that also functions as a methyltransferase, which caps the 5′-RNA of new viral genomes (Issur et al. 2009). The functions of the NS1 and the transmembrane proteins NS2a, NS2b, NS4a, and NS4b are less well defined. NS1 is essential for viral replication (Lindenbach and Rice 1999) and together with NS4a and NS4b, aids in vesicle formation for the viral replication complex (RC) (Watterson et al. 2016). NS2a is required for viral RNA synthesis and virion assembly (Xie et al. 2015).
Dengue virus life cycle.
The Aedes mosquito is the vector that spreads DENV to humans. The precise binding receptors have not been fully defined yet, but candidate receptors are: heparan sulfate, glycosphingolipid nLc4Cer, DC-SIGN, mannose, CD14, and HSP70/90 (Cruz-Oliveira et al. 2015). Similarly, several cell types have been found to be permissive for DENV infection; they are: dendritic cells (DCs), endothelial cells, fibroblasts, keratinocytes, macrophage, mast cells, and monocytes (Garcia et al. 2017). The replication steps have been defined as:
E protein initiates cell entry via clathrin mediated endocytosis
Viral genome is released into the cytoplasm
The RC forms and the unraveled viral RNA is translated by the ribosomes
Viral and host proteases process the viral polypeptide chain
prM and E proteins assemble in the endoplasmic reticulum
Viral RNA is synthesized
Viral assembly proceeds in the Golgi apparatus
prM is processed to the mature form
Mature and some immature viruses are shed from the host cell
(Mackenzie 2005, Mukhopadhyay et al. 2005, Welsch et al. 2009)
On cell entry, the DENV RNA will be detected in innate immune cells by the pattern recognition receptors (PRR), retinoic acid-inducible gene I (RIG-I), melanoma differentiation-associated protein 5 (MDA5), Toll-like receptor 3 (TLR3), and TLR7 (Nasirudeen et al. 2011, Wang et al. 2006). Activation of these receptors will trigger type 1 interferon (IFN) responses. The mannose-binding lectin (MBL) recognizes mannose glycans on DENV and activates the classical complement cascade resulting in the formation of the membrane attack complex (MAC) to lyse virions, recruit phagocytes, and drive inflammation (Fujita et al. 2004).
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Our recombinant DENV NS1 proteins are available in their native folded state complete with post-translational modifications. This allows them to deliver optimal antigenicity and makes them suitable for use in vaccine research and serology-based assays. The recombinant DENV NS1 proteins are available in all four serotypes.
Bio-Rad also offers a DENV type 2 inactivated pathogen along with two antibodies to the virus. 2645-5057, clone 3H5.1, in purified format, works in immunofluorescence and recognizes the dengue virus type 2. MCA2277, clone dengue 1-11 (3), also available in purified format, binds all four serotypes of DENV and can be used in ELISA, immunofluorescence, western blotting, and in immunohistology on paraffin embedded tissue sections. Additionally, an antibody, clone 6b6c-1, to the Saint Louis Encephalitis virus strain (MSI-7) envelope glycoprotein is available. This clone also reacts with other members of Flaviviridae including; Dengue 1 (Hawaii), Dengue 2 (New Guinea C), Dengue 3 (H87), and Dengue 4 (H241).
Four Serotypes of Dengue Virus (DENV) Non-Structural Protein 1 (NS1)
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Falgout B et al. (1991). Both nonstructural proteins NS2B and NS3 are required for the proteolytic processing of dengue virus nonstructural proteins. J Virol. 65(5), 2467-2475.
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Kinsey Sicks Back at Theater J with Oy Vey In A Manger
by Borderstan.com December 22, 2011 at 12:30 pm 0
They’re back! The Kinsey Sicks perform “Oy Vey In A Manager” at Theater J, December 24-26. (Image courtesy Theater J)
From Luis Gomez. Catch his photos on Picplz and at One Photograph A Day. Follow him on Twitter @LuisGomezPhotos.
Staying in DC over Christmas weekend? It’s a nice time to be around as many people leave — it means table at a favorite (and popular) restaurant or hot show at a local theater.
For those still wanting to keep with the holiday spirit, we have two neighborhood options for you:
The Kinsey Sicks in Oy Vey in a Manger is showing three days at Theater J, December 24-26.
The Washington Improv Theater’s Seasonal Disaster runs through December 31 at the Source. (No show on December 25.)
Another option just outside Borderstan: The Santaland Diaries runs at Fort Fringe, 607 New York Avenue NW, through Saturday, December 24. Go to City Artistic Partnerships for show times and tickets. Look for Kate Hays’ review on Monday.
Check the listings below for full details. Some theaters are closed this Saturday, and others closed Saturday and Sunday.
Keegan Theatre at Church Street at 1742 Church Street NW
Christmas Weekend Schedule: Friday night show with next performance on Thursday, December 29 (no performances on December 24-25).
An Irish Carol runs through December 31. “Set in a Dublin pub, this world premiere by Matthew Keenan is a homage to Dickens’ classic — told as only the Irish can. An Irish Carol follows one evening in the life of David, a wealthy pub owner who has distanced himself from others and lost touch with his own humanity in the interest of self protection and material success. But on this Christmas Eve — challenged by a voice from the past, provoked by those in this present, and faced with the reality of lonely future – David’s life may change forever. An Irish Carol is a modern fable, told with the biting humor and incisive candor of its Irish playwright – a new holiday tradition for Keegan audiences.” (Keegan Theatre)
Lincoln Theatre at 1215 U Street NW
Christmas Weekend Schedule: No 11 pm show on December 24.
Lincoln Theatre has a four-week partnership with Landmark Theatres to show The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo; the movie runs through January 18. You can view the schedule and purchase tickets online.
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Christmas Weekend Schedule: No show on December 25.
Seasonal Disaster runs through December 31. From the Washington Improv Theater: “We’re putting together a hot mess of improv comedy just in time for the holidays. We know it’ll be improvised and will NOT exploit an injured orphan to invoke the spirit of holitimes charity and togetherness. Cuz that’s wrong. Also: No dancing mice. Cuz that’s scary… and sort of gross.” (Source) Check back for times.
Every Tuesday night at the Source is Harold Night! with the Washington Improv Theater. Overview: “Each week is a demonstration, celebration and experiment in the world-famous improv longform, Harold. It starts with an audience suggestion and explores whatever themes emerge through a series of scenes. All of the action is brought to life by WIT’s own Harold Teams right before your eyes.” (WIT)
Studio Theatre at 1501 14th Street NW
Christmas Weekend Schedule: No shows December 24-25.
Bust has been extended through December 31. “With one foot in Hollywood and the other in jail, the former Daily Show correspondent careens wildly between the two worlds, taking us on a hilarious, poignant, and completely unforgettable ride.” (Studio Theatre)
Time Stands Still opens January 4: “This searing drama from Pulitzer-Prize winner Donald Margulies follows an injured photojournalist who returns home from the battlefields of Iraq only to learn that some images can never be erased.” (Studio Theatre)
Theater J at 1529 16th Street NW
The Kinsey Sicks in Oy Vey in a Manger, December 24-26. “America’s favorite Dragapella Beauty-Shop Quartet brings its irreverent humor and harmonies back to DC just in time for the holidays. With gut-busting parodies and raucous schtick, The Kinsey Sicks offers wholesome favorites like “I Had a Little Facial,” “Harried Little Christmas,” and “‘Tis the Season to Drink Stoli!” (Theater J)
The Religion Thing runs January 4-29: “Mo and Brian are a picture-perfect DC couple: they’re smart, they’re witty, and they have a beautifully remodeled kitchen. But when Mo’s best friend Patti announces she’s found Jesus and is putting her own career on hold, Mo must take a closer look at the harder truths surrounding her own marriage. A brand new comedy about relationships, faith and the fine line between compromise and regret.” (Theater J)
Keegan Theatre, Lincoln Theatre, Oy Vey in a Manger, Source Theater, Studio Theatre, Theater J
Theater J: The Kinsey Sicks in “Oy Vey in a Manger”
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Opens Saturday, December 18: The Kinsey Sicks present “Oy Vey in a Manager” at Theater J, 16th and Q Streets NW. (Courtesy The Kinsey Sicks)
Another dose of holiday levity will hit local theater this Saturday with the opening of Oy Vey in a Manger at Theater J at the DC Jewish Community Center. The show, which runs through January 2, is a production of The Kinsey Sicks.
Who are the Kinsey Sicks? As they tell it: “The Kinsey Sicks began in 1993 as a group of friends who went to a Bette Midler concert in San Francisco dressed as the Andrews Sisters. With a phenomenal performance record that includes an Off-Broadway show, an extended run in Vegas, two feature films, seven albums and appearances throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe and Australia, the Kinsey Sicks hardly need an introduction.”
The Kinsey Sicks began in 1993 as a group of friends who went to a Bette Midler concert in San Francisco dressed as the Andrews Sisters.
So, what about the show? With that record, does it matter? Here’s how Theater J bills Oy Vey in a Manger: “America’s favorite Dragapella Beauty-Shop Quartet brings its irreverent humor and harmonies to DC just in time for the holidays. With gut-busting parodies and raucous schtick, The Kinsey Sicks offers wholesome favorites like ‘I Had a Little Facial,’ ‘Harried Little Christmas,’ and ‘Tis the Season to Drink Stoli.’ “
Yes, we’re going.
It’s the final weekend to catch Golden Boy at the Church Street-Keegan Theatre (Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday): “Joe Bonaparte sets aside his dream of becoming a violinist for the promise of a lucrative boxing career. As he skyrockets to boxing fame, Joe finds himself torn between the lure of big money and the distinct possibility of injuring his hands and permanently destroying his musical career.”
Speaking of levity, the Washington Improv Theater’s Seasonal Disorder runs for two more weeks, through December 31. It’s at the Source on 14th Street NW.
The full list of live theater in the Dupont-Logan-U Street area is below the fold.
Golden Boy, Kinsey Sicks, Oy Vey in a Manger, Theater J
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20160808 Brisket
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Upgrade to dedicated meat grinder.. will I notice the difference?
Simple but delicious
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Anova WiFi Sous Vide Precision Cooker $149
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Pecan Wood?
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"Happy Phriday Pharkers,what's Smoking this Weekend?"
And now for something completely different...
25lb suckling on the Lang. Help!
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Little lunch for the concrete guys
Twin Cities Costco
New guy from Kansas City!
Not feeling it today... (Now with PRON)
A Short Hot and Fast
Ribs question
YIKES! New 42" Komodo Kamado
Smithfield Fresh Pork spareribs
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Best smelling wood to add to a charcoal grill, and where to get it ?
Pork loin brine.
Best non-spicy steak rub ?
Going To See What All The Hype Is About With Oakridge Rubs
Need to clean out the freezer
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Bone in pork butt cook tonight.
Meatloaf + Babyback ribs Vertical offset
1st Time Pork Shoulder Question
Injector cleaning and useage
Noticed there are lots of new members who are new to BBQ
Premature Brisket
TBS wood and Tnx
Pork Loin Taco Wheel Mexican Breakfast!
Ribs, Sausage, and Ping Pong
I need a wireless thermometer for the Shirley
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bacon knots
No Carbs, NOLA Style
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Baptism rin cook
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Inaugural smoking..
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Guess What's Cookin
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Roasting Hatches again
Brisket question
Today's Cook, SMH
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Ruth Chris says its National filet day.....
Nothing to see here.....Chicken? What Chicken?
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Failure to launch. A 007 pizza cook
Can you freeze pig candy?
Killing'em with kindness.(LIVE)
Country Style Ribs on the WSCG
Big Bob Gibson potato salad. Help!
Jalapeno Bacon...
Applewood Smoked Spare Ribs
Brisket trimming video
Jammin' Jalepeno sauce
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Summer Brisket BBQ with friends
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Korean BBQ Inspired Dinner
Some salmon recipes
Double-Layer Blue Corn Steak Tacos
Sonny's BBQ Brisket Advertisement During Olympic Coverage
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Pepper Stout Chuck and Round
Help! Building a battery box to power DigiQ
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PBC Spare Ribs
PIT BOSS 820 reviews
Another rib cook on the PBC
Beef plate ribs on the M1
Enchiladas Verda con Pollo con elote y sandía salid
Looking for a high quality Bandera made in the USA.
Our Best brisket so far. Hot and fast.
Hatch Chile Verde Burrito - Burning Love!
Thermopop $15
Anyone have a good gyro recipe?
Yet another use for the Shirley warmer
Harvesting & aging wood
Sausage casings?
Pulled the trigger on a CTO-DW Ole Hickory
Another cookbook heads up.....Pure Pork Awesomeness
Hatch Chile weekend cooks
Brazilian BBQ
Hatch green chilie chicken enchilada
Premature De thaw...No MNF
Nailed Some Ribs this Weekend on my kettle with Stubbs Charcoal
POLL: Your favorite smoking wood
Used Grill Score - I Think
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Beans, Chile, and Deconstructed Chile Relleno
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Redemption Ribs w/pron heavy tutorial
Back to School...Pastrami
Salisbury Steak Burger!!
Barbacoa Style Beef Short Rib Tacos & Taquitos
Blackstone Charcoal Grill, Barbecue, Smoker, With Automatic Rotisserie on Sale for $92!!!
Sound the horns! Prospero the YS 1500 is here!
Self Basting St Louis Ribs w/ Taco Seasoned Pork Loin Poblanos
UPS brought me a hawg leg!
My Craigslist score for the month.
Gave in and Bought A Highland
heat diffuser in uds
Buffalo chicken banana peppers
Restaurant Depot in Minneapolis - Anything special there?
Success at last!!!
Linguica, Brazilian pork sausage
Another newbie Q
If leftovers were this good...
Pueblo Green Chile
Brisket for burgers.
DIY temp controller
A Sucklebuster Wing Taste Test
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Seasoning a New Stickburner
Tuesday pics
Crockpot- it's not just for ribs anymore
Kamado Joe JoeTisserie
Eye of the round steak,how to ??
How to use baking soda to make your meat more tender
New Sauce.....
But mom...everyone else is cooking ribs!!!
Lowes rub's and sauces on sale !
SOme ribs and chicken...
Temperature out of control (Help)
Grilled Shrimp Enchiladas {Pron}
Pork Belly question?
Use a meat probe in the "pit" side of a Maverick 732
Another Lang
Rocket stove prime cap of ribeye, rare of course
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Best All-purpose Rub
WSM 22.5 gasket and door question
Blackstone and/or rocket stove
Cheap Steaks, Top Sirloin or Flat Iron
Did some smoking while at the cottage
Rotisserie: charcoal or gas?
Texas BBQ rubs
Plan & soliciting feedback for big weekend cook
Patty Melts - Three Different Versions!
Ribeye on the Weber 27 with the Slow N Sear
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Hey Hatch Heads, School Me Please!
Sams club deal on Davy Crockett green mountain grill
UDS heat deflector / drip pan / water pan size
Quick and Dirty Brisket
Meijer pork butt sale 0.99lb
Loading up the Grocery Cart and headed to Baton Rouge
Bride wants a shoulder to lean on
bludawg method and kamado question..
Hitting the road with the Mini WSM!!! Continuing.. : Quick Type Meal advice?
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How Do You Process Magnetite Iron Ore
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Magnetite
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— Chris Esaki (@LoungeToy) August 27, 2019
*Especially* that Florida, and our beloved Floridian Jackals, will come through Dorian as unscathed as possible!
Who’s got plans for the last official weekend of summer?
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When it comes to “2nd choice” preferences, Sanders voters clearly like Warren over the others.
But the feeling isn’t mutual. Warren fans like Harris most, followed by Sanders and Biden, per @pewresearch.https://t.co/zqypFHcz15
— Sahil Kapur (@sahilkapur) August 27, 2019
64% of voters believe that the level of hatred and prejudice in the United States has increased since the 2016 election.
56% of voters say that Trump's language and behavior have played a role in motivating white supremacists to commit violence. 40% disagree.
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Good Morning, Everyone ???
@rikyrah: Good morning.
Probably not “increased” so much as given license to become more visible and active.
People thought they can get off on hating Hillary without any cultural spillover effects. Oops.
Sanders rally-goers tend to be suspicious of other Democrats — some say they may not vote for a more moderate candidate like Biden or Harris in a general election. Warren backers are more likely to insist they’d vote for whoever the Democratic nominee is in order to throw President Donald Trump out of office.
At the end of the day, that’s all you need to know.
Sanders rally-goers tend to be suspicious of other Democrats
These folk, like Wilmer, are not Democrats.
@?BillinGlendaleCA: Some are, though. At least on paper.
It seems to me that the left-of-center in this country either believes in the principles of solidarity and collective action or they don’t. There’s no such thing as believing in those things only when it suits us. If these people can’t unite to defeat overt fascism, they don’t have the legitimacy to ask anything of anyone else.
TS (the original)
@Baud: As happened in 2016 – Vote for our candidate – or we won’t vote. Seems like a form of blackmail – our guy or trump.
OzarkHillbilly
@Baud: @TS (the original): @?BillinGlendaleCA: Fuck ’em.
@OzarkHillbilly:
Raises toast to our friend
Betty Cracker
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@Baud: Well-said.
@rikyrah: Good morning!
@OzarkHillbilly: Word!
@Baud: Can I quote you on that? There’s people who need that pounded into them.
@Betty Cracker:
Hoping you have no major effects, BC.
(satisfied sigh) Post-prandial naps are good naps.
Sister Golden Bear
Good Morning, Good Afternoon and Good Evening (here in Thailand).
For those of you who weren’t here from the late-night thread, the quick update is that I’m recovering nicely, the pain is dropping day by day, and the biggest problem now is boredom.
I’ve hung out with the various parents who are shepherding their daughters for the initial surgery, but this year’s cohorts of patients seems to be mostly hole up in their rooms, and I’m not seeing many people at breakfast or else during the day. So next week I may decamp to a nicer (and actually slightly less expensive) hotel down the street. Especially because the A/C works properly there. Here the A/C either off or arctic.
For the initial surgery you’re required to stay at this hotel, since the nurses do daily rounds, but for the revision you’re allowed to stay elsewhere. This time around I elected to stay at the original hotel both for some company while I’m here and also to be better able to support patients who are here for the initial surgery, since it’s useful for them to hear from someone who’s more than year post-op. But if people are gonna hermit…
@Baud
Still plenty of drinkin’ hours here; will do. Presuming that for those for whom it is 7 in the a.m. you meant actual toast.
@NotMax: Amen.
@Sister Golden Bear:
and the biggest problem now is boredom
Tactful way to demand more posts from the front pagers.
@NotMax:
Whatever floats people’s boats.
@Baud: Thanks — we’ll be okay. Every storm is a reminder of just how fragile civilization is. People go feral around here pretty quick with no A/C.
@NotMax: It’s beer thirty somewhere.
A/C and running water are my only two demands in life.
@Sister Golden Bear: it was nice of you to want to role model for people, but go where the air con works.
@Betty Cracker: ugh, just the word feral makes me itchy. Are relatives expected to come shelter with you again? Did you move the cars to higher ground?
@Baud: other than in third world countries, the only time I faced those conditions semi-regularly was in Michigassippi after bad thunderstorms if the power went out. And I was barely a mile out of town, not way out in wilderness.
Chyron HR
@TS (the original):
To be fair, if Bernie ever gets a credible path to the nomination, his supporters would all get brainwashed by a Facebook ad into thinking he’s history’s greatest monster.
Yes. If I were speaking to anyone in my family, my first question would be what they think about what they’ve enabled?
@NotMax: coffee, if course. Though for festive occasions a bit of Bailey’s or Kahlua can always be added.
Just listened to an NPR interview of a woman who had just moved to Florida. She’s all stocked up and looking forward to watching the storm. Not a good sign,
@debbie: they don’t think about it. And would be outraged to be told that by their continued votes for Republicans they are complicit. Proof on my Facebook page regularly.
@Baud: I can live without AC at least here in the Piedmont. Hot showers now, those I don’t want to live without.
People go feral around here pretty quick with no A/C.
And this is why we have Floriduh Man and Floridun Woman.
@Baud: A/C? Sure, for you Mr. Rockefeller.
Not sure why I can’t stop watching this.
Click on thru, you won’t be sorry and I guarantee, the first 15 seconds won’t be enough.
@satby: The A/C works, but I’m getting tired of being cold. I forgot to pack a hoodie and sweatpants, so during the I alternate between turning it off until it gets too hot and then running it until I’m too cold.
Fortunately, outside it’s been cooler here than normal. High 80s during the day, mid-70s in evening, and while it’s still humid as hell, there’s a breeze that makes feel much cooler. So if it’s not raining tomorrow, I’ll probably walk around and check out the local temple.
Keep safe???
Narrow lapels, skinny ties, hooch ‘n’ ciggies galore. Found on Prime, a series which had entirely forgotten about from the 60s, Man in a Suitcase. Holds up a lot better than one might suspect, compared to some other cheesy spy-type series of the same vintage. IIRC we never do learn what the lead character’s first name is.
@Baud: I’ll email Cole in ALL CAPS and demand a new thread.
@satby
Or sambuca. A splash stirred into coffee is mmm.
@NotMax: It’s a pretty good song too: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bzyGp1Fcu8
@Sister Golden Bear: I love Thailand, been there twice, but I try to go to hot countries in January ?
The temples are always worth seeing.
@debbie:
If I were speaking to anyone in my family, my first question would be what they think about what they’ve enabled?
I hate to say this, but you’d probably be disappointed with the answer.
@satby: No sheltering relatives this time; we’re all basically in the same boat if the current track holds since everyone is on the peninsula or west coast. If we end up moving the vehicles, we’ll probably wait until the storm gets a lot closer but not TOO close because it will be a giant pain in the ass.
Did you solve your flea problem?
Caucuses are not democratic, but this is no solution.
Citing security concerns, the Democratic National Committee will move to block state party efforts to establish “virtual caucuses” where registered absentee voters can submit their voting preferences by phone. Iowa Democrats have pushed to create a six-day voting period in order to expand the voter base able to participate in the often hours-long caucus voting process. Voters would be able to submit ranked choice candidate preferences that would then be added to their district’s tally when Iowa formally kicks off voting in the 2020 race on Feb. 3. During internal deliberations on the voting system, however, DNC security officials said last week they had “no confidence” the virtual voting system was safe from hackers.
One of these days shall figure out why the older I get the more my fingernails require cleaning after sleeping. Heard of sleepwalking, is there such a thing as sleep graverobbing?
NHC director will be making a statement at 8:30 on the NHC Facebook page.
@Cameron:
@Baud: Not sure. Got a message about it from a friend.
Beware, flu vaccine may turn you Mexican. //
@NotMax: #6?
@Gin & Tonic</a.
That is is the nonpareil. Think of this one as kind of the poor man's version.
Coding fix.
@Gin & Tonic
That is is the nonpareil. Think of this one as kind of the poor man’s version.
@Cameron: @Baud: Here is a sneak preview.
HTML fail, NotMax.
Dorothy A. Winsor
@OzarkHillbilly: That was fun. I assume they’ve spotted something to eat.
Pretty risque bit for the time just now in an otherwise nothing scene. While lying on his hotel bed, talking on the phone with an apparently long time close acquaintance of the opposite sex, he slips his free hand under the waistband of his trousers.
I had posted last night that there were early reports of a major prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine. These turned out to be false, at least for now. The new President’s media strategy so far is seeming pretty chaotic. Interestingly, though, the newly-formed government is really young – average age just under 40, the PM is 35 – this means he may have no substantial memory of the Soviet Union, which collapsed when he was in first or second grade. At least two MP’s I know were born after the collapse.
@OzarkHillbilly: Pretty much. Just watched it, and the guy said get your shit together by early Sunday at the latest or fuggedaboudit. I would not want to be anywhere near an interstate this weekend.
This kind of thing is obviously dishonest, but to me, it also hints at his belief that his term should be extended beyond the Constitutional limit.
The disastrous IG Report on James Comey shows, in the strongest of terms, how unfairly I, and tens of millions of great people who support me, were treated. Our rights and liberties were illegally stripped away by this dishonest fool. We should be given our stolen time back?— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 30, 2019
@Dorothy A. Winsor: They can hear the critters under the snow. Once they pin point the location, they leap in just that fashion. I assume the critter hears the straight up jump and freezes while listening for the noise that says “death is coming”, but by the time they hear it, the fox is on top of them.
And how stupid is it of me to think otherwise? SMDH.
@Gin & Tonic:
Doesn’t Putin hate chaos? Maybe this is intentional.
@Dorothy A. Winsor: Benjamin Wittes: What That Comey Email Report Really Says
Spoiler alert: Horowitz is a tool.
ETA blockquote:
And there it is: the inspector general of the United States Department of Justice taking the position that a witness to gross misconduct by the president of the United States has a duty to keep his mouth shut about what he saw. Remember, after all, that Comey was a witness here as well as the former FBI director. That’s an extraordinary position for a law enforcement organization to take. If that is what FBI policy and an employment agreement required of Comey under the extraordinary circumstances he faced, so be it. I’m glad both were given their due weight.
@Dorothy A. Winsor:
We should demand that in exchange, he return all he has stolen from us. //
Immanentize
Bernice, by Edgar Allen Poe
@NotMax: Man in a Suitcase? Is that the one where the hero likes to balance a lit cigarette on its end and watch the smoke? (Old memory, may be wrong.)
germy
@OzarkHillbilly: This world is one big buffet restaurant.
Doesn’t ring a bell. Shall keep an eye out for it.
The DOJ inspector general’s office, while it continues to work its way down the list of the President’s enemies and plink the wreckage of James Comey’s FBI career with BBs, has not seen fit to follow up on this revelation about the FBI NY office in any way. https://t.co/EfeQ27Ufb0— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) August 29, 2019
@Dorothy A. Winsor: I get the same vibe. He hints at making himself president for life a lot. I don’t know how serious a threat it is. Like everything else that hatches in his pea brain and come out of his hideous gob, it’s impulsive. I don’t think he enjoys being president one bit except when he gets to bask in the adulation of the baying MAGA hordes.
@germy: Yep. I am always amazed that they can find enough food to keep the home fires burning in winter.
He’s just making excuses for not keeping his 5000 promises. His voters don’t care about judges and all they got was that shitty tax cut law. Everything but the judges and the tax law can be immediately reversed by the next President. It’s all actions by the executive. They’re bad hires. They’re frantically throwing together some 11th hour garbage health care reform as we speak. Not a chance in hell it’ll be both “turned in” and passed by Congress by 2020.
Think about this- since 2009 Republicans have been promising a replacement for Obamacare. A decade. They got NOTHING done. They didn’t even get one small part done- preexisting conditions. He could have done that by rulemaking without Congress.
He has spent 90% of his time in office ginning up racism and insulting people and other countries. Presidents get about 2 years to do big legislative changes, changes that last. He spent weeks of that time attacking football players for political speech. They are currently working on removing a single (Minnesota) House member. Who will be replaced by another Democrat, even if they succeed.
Oh, he means it, but not even his party would support it.
@debbie: Given the current state of his party, they probably would support it.
Trump made big promises on health care. It was going to cover everyone less expensively, no one had to pay for it, and no one had to change anything they’re doing now.
Results? Nothing. Zip. Nada. Every Democrat in the country will (once again) run on preexisting conditions and retaining Medicaid expansion. He currently goes to rallies and takes credit for Obama’s VA changes. 2014. Happened when he was still promoting birtherism on CNN.
January 20, 2021, NOON
We WILL HAVE A NEW PRESIDENT.
ANd, if he wants to clown, treat him like a clown ??
Bishop Talbert Swan (@TalbertSwan) Tweeted:
Black kids went to jail
Black men went to jail
Black women went to jail
Black families were devastated
Black communities were ravaged
White kids got help
White men got help
White women got help
White families got sympathy
White communities are getting paid https://twitter.com/TalbertSwan/status/1167048764915376129?s=17
@Kay:
Do you like the new Biden ad on Healthcare?
It is very powerful. I have watched it a half dozen times. It works, and he doesn’t have to change a thing. He can use that ad everywhere.
No deal with China, no deal with Iran, no deal with NK. No new trade deals ratified by Congress. No health care reform, no immigration law, and perhaps the most amazing non-result by the low quality hires, no infrastructure plan, which Democrats would have been vulnerable on and would have had to at least pretend to cooperate on.
He’s a dealmaker who doesn’t make any deals with, you know, LAWMAKERS. He issues decrees. Sometimes they’re changes in rules or executive actions and sometimes they are literally just decrees that mean nothing. They spent a solid week NOT buying Greenland and insulting Denmark in the process. They managed an actual minus there- they didn’t get Greenland and they lost Denmark. And they frittered away another week.
So he makes excuses and whines like every bad hire everywhere.
Miss Bianca
Finishing up a grant proposal this afternoon, preparing to welcome a dear old friend to town for two nights performing at our theater, gathering with the neighbors Sunday, trail ride Monday. Meanwhile, three articles for two different publications await writing. It’ll all get done, right? : )
ETA: Oh, yeah, and that “Warren fans like Harris most”? Definitely true for this Warren fan.
We’re stuck with the low quality judges for life, but the only thing from Trump’s tenure that needs to be overturned is his tax law. Everything else can be undone by executive action and hiring better employees. Remove him, fire his appointees and you’re 90% home to pre-Trump. He’s in the rearview mirror and he and his sleazy family can go back to running real estate scams and permanent berths on the wingnut welfare circuit.
@Kay: Tell that truth, Kay.
He’s in the rearview mirror and he and his sleazy family can go back to running real estate scams and permanent berths on the wingnut welfare circuit. to prison.
THANK YOU for this. Getting goddamn sick of boutique lefty-ism that treats matters of principle as if, without a dedication to collective action, these principles have even a wing and a prayer chance of being put into practice.
Actually, this is a solution.
Until they change to primaries.
We already knew this ???
Raw Story (@RawStory) Tweeted:
Probe of missing Georgia votes finds ‘extreme’ irregularities in black districts
https://t.co/SIYNV781gN https://twitter.com/RawStory/status/1167403355074912256?s=17
Not to be a cynic, Baud, but no one even investigated these people during their 40 year career defrauding people. Apparently he was given carte blanche in NY to do whatever the fuck he wanted and we always had federal and state and city prosecutors in that state. So we may not get prison. If past performance is any indication of the future. No guarantee on “the kids”- they have the bulk of their criminal careers ahead of them so maybe someone will get off their ass and indict one at some point.
No, I do believe we’re stuck with various Trumps or former low quality hires bellowing racist nonsense for the foreseeable future. But they won’t be in government and they won’t be lavishly burning through public funds to do it.
I also dream of winning the lottery. Sue me.
@Sister Golden Bear: Has it really been a year for you already?!
We wanted to go away this weekend and our PRIOR high school marching band director has always allowed the kids to skip a performance for “family events” so I emailed the new one- a young woman- and she (properly!) pointed to the new rules she wrote which only excuse an absence for illness or family “emergency” and which I didn’t read. She’s right. It was probably too slack. So he’s marching Friday night at the football game and my husband is not taking Friday off and they excused MY absence and I went on ahead. Which was nice of them but I really did want a whole weekend with the youngest before school starts in earnest and I never see him. They only have two low brass players who are juniors and seniors (so better) and he’s one of them. I guess it would be pretty lonely out there with just one.
A lot in this tweet:
1.South Carolina Democrats..they mean Black people
2. Black people are telling the media, we saw that shyt that you pulled on Hillary in 2016, and so, not today, Satan?
3. We have the Orange Menace in the WH, and you think that we are going to be bothered by Biden gaffes? Better get the ENTIRE Phuck Outta Here ?
https://twitter.com/KBeds/status/1167410051776163840
Ivanka’s pretty sloppy. She outlined her plans to defraud “investors” (probably actually lenders, which the Trump’s ridiculously call investors) in emails so maybe next time they’ll nab her.
Remove him, fire his appointees and you’re 90% home to pre-Trump.
Sorry Kay. Not even close to true. The EPA has been gutted of it’s best employees. The same is true for DOE. Dept of Education. State. Interior. BLM. etc etc etc. We will be decades recovering.
Currently reading Michael Lewis’ The 5th Risk.. Thoroughly depressing and absolutely terrifying, this is what happens when you stock your fire departments with a bunch of arsonists.
The lawyers here are spooked by the economy. They’re all talking about retreating and taking savings out of the market. They’re all Republicans but I think they’re seeing the same thing we’re seeing in this office, which is the very familiar pattern of an upcoming downturn in an area that is dependent on manufacturing and agriculture so therefore cyclical even with a competent government. It’s anecdotal so no one should rely on it, but they’re no longer BANKING on the President despite their continued claims about how awesome he is. They aren’t willing to risk their own money. They’ll risk YOURS, but not their own because they are at base conservative and conventional and they know on some level that he’s an incompetent nut job.
But if he didn’t change the laws (and he didn’t) then personnel is policy and his lead employees can be replaced immediately.
It’s one of the reasons I support Warren. I think she understands the administrative side and will be a good executive. She also has a work ethic that is downright impressive. I don’t know how she does it. She busts ass and she’s not a young woman.
@Kay: Finding and hiring good people takes time.
FlyingToaster (Tablet)
@Kay: Warren delegates. It was the same with Ted Kennedy; he had a staffer for every damn issue and a rolodex for every expert he could find. Even now, while she’s on the road running for PPW, if you call her senate office, someone calls you back.
That is why I want Warren. She can and will do the damn job.
Maybe Democrats are doing this- probably they are- but I hope they make a direct comparison on Trump’s mean-spirited and shitty lack of generosity and negativity. Present the alternative picture. Just small things- the ceremonial and public advocate part of the job. We could have a President who doesn’t attack people in the path of a hurricane because they’re brown and “disrespected” him. We could have a President who has the grace and maturity to congratulate a fucking soccer team without making it about himself. We can aim higher and it’s not even that hard- we’re at bottom 10%. These people are the bottom 10% – nasty- simply replace them and it all gets better almost immediately. Pick anyone from the 90% above them and you’re better off. That’s a big group.
@Kay: I am a long time supporter of Warren too (maybe not for Pres but that is to some extent a different issure). Yes, she does understand. Yes she does have an amazing work ethic. No, I don’t know how she does it. But she can put the best people in the world inside these agencies, reverse every single one of chump’s policies, and it will be a Sisyphean task to get anything done because the number of people left to implement the new policies is wholly inadequate, and the remaining people are the least capable ones, not to mention all the horrible civil hires who will still be working there who will engage in minor sabotage on a daily basis…
There won’t be any magical turnaround. 4 years later the voters are gonna blame someone when things are still fucked up. Who knows, maybe they’ll blame MoscowMitch but I suspect they’ll blame everyone.
@FlyingToaster (Tablet):
She can and will do the damn job.
Exactly. Her “theory of change” is very easy to understand. It’s “do the damn job”. Solid theory :)
You even see it in how she landed here. She ended up here because the GOP wouldn’t allow her to take an administrative job. It DELIGHTS me that she used that and turned it to an advantage.
Okay. I get that. I do think MOST career public employees are not rabid partisans and just want competent management so they can do their jobs. That’s been the bulk of my work experience with them- governors come and go and they try to get their work done. Experts are harder to replace and it IS gutted to a certain extent but some of that can be mitigated by increasing tax revenue. Overturning or amending the Trump tax bribe will be difficult. They’ll go to the mat to keep billions of dollars he gave them. They literally sold their souls for it.
@Sister Golden Bear: You’re good people to share your healing journey with others both there and here. Every post is fascinating and I’m looking forward to reports from the mall.
Move to the reliable a/c hotel. Then have some fun and check back in, and keep on healing.
@Kay: That delights me too — the Republicans could have just allowed PBO to appoint Warren to run the damned CFPB, but no, she was mean to banker/donors, so it wasn’t permitted. So now she chews their asses up in hearings. Hilarious!
I do think MOST career public employees are not rabid partisans and just want competent management so they can do their jobs.
Yes they are.
Experts are harder to replace and it IS gutted to a certain extent but some of that can be mitigated by increasing tax revenue.
Experts aren’t the only ones to have left, a whole lot of people who had a shred of self respect and other viable options left too. Every 4 to 8 years a new boss comes in with new ideas of how things should be done and what those things should be. It is the in place bureaucracy that allows them to do these things and keeps them from breaking laws and/or FUBARing the whole works, they are the institutional memory that allows these agencies to function.
A whole lot of institutional memory has up and walked out the door and it isn’t coming back.
As far as “Overturning or amending the Trump tax bribe will be difficult,” recent rhetoric from DEMs tell me they have no interest in being the “tax and spend” party again.
@Miss Bianca: 13 months.
Steeplejack
Finally got my Chromebook unfurled and set up here in Las Vegas. Feels more “normal” than surfing on the phone.
But I do want to get an external keyboard, either Bluetooth or wireless/USB (preferably backlit). This Chromebook’s keyboard is very type-able, but the heel of my palm keeps grazing the scratchpad and deleting text that I’m typing. Any recommendations?
My mother is doing all right. She is back home from hospital/rehab and has someone coming two hours a day to help with stuff. Her mood and physical condition vary greatly on a daily basis. She got enrolled in a hospice organization’s 60-day evaluation program. She’s not “terminal,” but, hey, be prepared, and it’s good to lay the groundwork sooner rather than later.
I got RWNJ brother launched on his motorcycle expedition (to the Alps!) yesterday, so that’s one less headache. Although I have to say that he seems to have done an admirable job handling Mom’s health crisis. I don’t begrudge him the trip. He was frazzled.
It is hot as the devil’s balls out here—over 105° every day this week.
@Betty Cracker: for the time being. Two weeks of daily vacuuming and a repeat treatment after should handle it permanently.
@Steeplejack: But it’s a dry heat!
Steeplejack (phone)
Yes. It is audibly sucking the Aquaphor off my arm. I’ve had to increase the slathering. And I am drinking gallons of liquids and hardly ever have to take a whiz. ?
Origuy
I’m headed to Alameda County Fairgrounds to help set up for the Pleasanton Highland Games. We’ll be putting up the Scottish Country Dance area. The Games are Saturday and Sunday. Any Bay Area jackals, come on by! I’m not on stage this year, though.
@Steeplejack:
“Elevate your wrists. Your fingers are light as feathers upon the keys.” (As I was told back in typing school.) Otherwise, here’s all kinds of shortcuts.
I am a 90+ wpm touch typist. The problem is that the Chromebook is sitting on a 30" high kitchen table, not at a lower, optimal keyboard height.
Thanks for the tip sheet. I have a similar one that I copied from somewhere. I use this Chromebook just infrequently enough so that it takes me a little while to remember the shortcuts I use most often.
But a bigger keyboard—with backlighting!—would help a lot. I’m going to go to Best Buy and see what’s available. (And I’ll just leave the keyboard here for future trips.)
@Steeplejack: I
Glad that you have your mother settled?
Was it William McGurn at the WSJ you are thinking of yesterday?
@Steeplejack (phone):
But a bigger keyboard—with backlighting!—would help a lot.
I got wife a mechanical keyboard for her birthday… it is a whole lot like a 1952 teletype keyboard, round keys with tiny chrome bands around each one. This tickles her as she worked for The AP for many years, and in the beginning of her stint with them they still had teletypes around. All replaced by computer gear V soon after she started.
I have told before of reading the wires on the night of the Saturday Night Massacre, when Nixon fired the AG, the Deputy AG, til Bork agreed to fire the Special Prosecutor. Bells ringing over and over for write-thrus. Amazing night!!
We have a big teletype cover, once used to reduce the pounding sound of old teletypes, with The Associated Press on a plate on the front. It’s where we keep the booze, which is also a great old print shop tradition. I have heard that the heavy drinking in print shops was to help cope with the lead poisoning, but I don’t know if there was ever any truth to that.
Dad told of finding bottles in toilet tanks around the newspaper offices, tho. That’s a real hard drinker, keeping a bottle hidden in the toilet at work! All those old-timers have passed over now…
The only time I lived through a hurricane, back in 1972 in Mobile Bay, you could only see about 2 feet — I don’t know what she think she’s going to be able to see once it’s really hurricaneing outside.
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Ch. 6.1 - A function is given by a table of values, a graph,...Ch. 6.1 - A function is given by a table of values, a graph,...Ch. 6.1 - A function is given by a table of values, a graph,...Ch. 6.1 - A function is given by a table of values, a graph,...Ch. 6.1 - A function is given by a table of values, a graph,...Ch. 6.1 - A function is given by a table of values, a graph,...Ch. 6.1 - Assume that f is a one-to-one function. a If...Ch. 6.1 - If f(x)=x5+x3+x, find f1(3) and f(f1(2)).Ch. 6.1 - If h(x)=x+x, find h1(6).Ch. 6.1 - The graph of f is given. a Why is f one-to-one? b...Ch. 6.1 - The formula C=59(F32), where F459.67, expresses...Ch. 6.1 - In the theory of relativity, the mass of a...Ch. 6.1 - Find a formula for the inverse of the function....Ch. 6.1 - Find a formula for the inverse of the function....Ch. 6.1 - Find a formula for the inverse of the function....Ch. 6.1 - Find a formula for the inverse of the function....Ch. 6.1 - Find a formula for the inverse of the function....Ch. 6.1 - Find a formula for the inverse of the function....Ch. 6.1 - Find an explicit formula for f1 and use it to...Ch. 6.1 - Find an explicit formula for f1 and use it to...Ch. 6.1 - Use the given graph of f to sketch the graph of...Ch. 6.1 - Use the given graph of f to sketch the graph of...Ch. 6.1 - Let f(x)=1x2,0x1. a Find f1. How is it related to...Ch. 6.1 - Let g(x)=1x33. a Find g1. How is it related to g?...Ch. 6.1 - a Show that f is one-to-one. b Use Theorem 7 to...Ch. 6.1 - a Show that f is one-to-one. b Use Theorem 7 to...Ch. 6.1 - a Show that f is one-to-one. b Use Theorem 7 to...Ch. 6.1 - a Show that f is one-to-one. b Use Theorem 7 to...Ch. 6.1 - Find (f1)(a). f(x)=3x3+4x2+6x+5,a=5Ch. 6.1 - Find (f1)(a). f(x)=x3+3sinx+2cosx,a=2Ch. 6.1 - Find (f1)(a). f(x)=3+x2+tan(x/2),1x1,a=3Ch. 6.1 - Find (f1)(a). f(x)=x3+4x+4,a=3Ch. 6.1 - Suppose f1 is the inverse function of a...Ch. 6.1 - If g is an increasing function such that g(2)=8...Ch. 6.1 - If f(x)=3x1+t3dt, find (f1)(0).Ch. 6.1 - Suppose f1 is the inverse function of a...Ch. 6.1 - Graph the function f(x)=x3+x2+x+1 and explain why...Ch. 6.1 - Show that h(x)=sinx,x, is not one-to-one, but its...Ch. 6.1 - a If we shift a curve to the left, what happens to...Ch. 6.1 - a If f is a one-to-one, twice differentiable...Ch. 6.2 - a Write an equation that defines the exponential...Ch. 6.2 - a How is the number e defined? b What is an...Ch. 6.2 - Graph the given functions on a common screen. How...Ch. 6.2 - Graph the given functions on a common screen. How...Ch. 6.2 - Graph the given functions on a common screen. How...Ch. 6.2 - Graph the given functions on a common screen. How...Ch. 6.2 - Make a rough sketch of the graph of the function....Ch. 6.2 - Make a rough sketch of the graph of the function....Ch. 6.2 - Make a rough sketch of the graph of the function....Ch. 6.2 - Make a rough sketch of the graph of the function....Ch. 6.2 - 7-12 Make a rough sketch of the graph of the...Ch. 6.2 - 7-12 Make a rough sketch of the graph of the...Ch. 6.2 - Starting with the graph of y=ex, write the...Ch. 6.2 - Starting with the graph of y=ex, find the equation...Ch. 6.2 - Find the domain of each function. a f(x)=1ex21e1x2...Ch. 6.2 - Find the domain of each function. a g(t)=10t100b...Ch. 6.2 - 17-18 Find the exponential function f(x)=Cbx whose...Ch. 6.2 - 17-18 Find the exponential function f(x)=Cbx whose...Ch. 6.2 - Suppose the graphs of f(x)=x2 and g(x)=2x are...Ch. 6.2 - Compare the functions f(x)=x5 and g(x)=5x by...Ch. 6.2 - Compare the functions f(x)=x10 and g(x)=ex by...Ch. 6.2 - Use a graph to estimate the values of x such that...Ch. 6.2 - 23-30 Find the limit. limx(1.001)xCh. 6.2 - 23-30 Find the limit. limx(1.001)xCh. 6.2 - 23-30 Find the limit. limxe3xe3xe3x+e3xCh. 6.2 - 23-30 Find the limit. limxex2Ch. 6.2 - 23-30 Find the limit. limx2+e3/(2x)Ch. 6.2 - 23-30 Find the limit. limx2+e3/(2x)Ch. 6.2 - 23-30 Find the limit. limx(e2xcosx)Ch. 6.2 - 23-30 Find the limit. limx(/2)etanxCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. f(x)=e5Ch. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. k(r)=er+reCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. f(x)=(3x25x)exCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. y=ex1exCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. y=eax3Ch. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. g(x)=ex2xCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. y=etanCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. V(t)=4+ttetCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. f(x)=x2exx2+exCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. y=x2e1/xCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. y=x2e3xCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. f(t)=tan(1+e2t)Ch. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. f(t)=eatsinbtCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. f(z)=ez/(z1)Ch. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. F(t)=etsin2tCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function....Ch. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. g(u)=esecu2Ch. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. y=1+xe2xCh. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function. y=cos(1e2x1+e2x)Ch. 6.2 - 31-50 Differentiate the function....Ch. 6.2 - 51-52 Find an equation of the tangent line to the...Ch. 6.2 - 51-52 Find an equation of the tangent line to the...Ch. 6.2 - Find yifex/y=xy.Ch. 6.2 - Find an equation of the tangent line to the curve...Ch. 6.2 - Show that the function y=ex+ex/2 satisfies the...Ch. 6.2 - Show that the function y=Aex+Bxex satisfies the...Ch. 6.2 - For what values of r does the function y=erx...Ch. 6.2 - Find the values of for which y=ex satisfies the...Ch. 6.2 - If f(x)=e2x, find a formula for f(n)(x).Ch. 6.2 - Find the thousandth derivative of f(x)=xex.Ch. 6.2 - a Use the Intermediate Value Theorem to show that...Ch. 6.2 - Use a graph to find an initial approximation to...Ch. 6.2 - Use the graph of V in Figure 11 to estimate the...Ch. 6.2 - A researcher is trying to determine the doubling...Ch. 6.2 - Under certain circumstances a rumor spreads...Ch. 6.2 - An object is attached to the end of a vibrating...Ch. 6.2 - Find the absolute maximum value of the function...Ch. 6.2 - Find the absolute minimum value of the function...Ch. 6.2 - 69-70 Find the absolute maximum and absolute...Ch. 6.2 - 69-70 Find the absolute maximum and absolute...Ch. 6.2 - 71-72 Find a the intervals of increase or...Ch. 6.2 - 71-72 Find a the intervals of increase or...Ch. 6.2 - 73-75 Discuss the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.2 - 73-75 Discuss the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.2 - 73-75 Discuss the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.2 - Let g(x)=ecx+f(x) and h(x)=ekxf(x), where...Ch. 6.2 - A drug response curve describes the level of...Ch. 6.2 - After an antibiotic tablet is taken, the...Ch. 6.2 - After the consumption of an alcoholic beverage,...Ch. 6.2 - 80-81 Draw a graph of f that shows all the...Ch. 6.2 - 80-81 Draw a graph of f that shows all the...Ch. 6.2 - The family of bell-shaped curves y=12e(x)2/(22)...Ch. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 01(xe+ex)dxCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 55edxCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 02dxexCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. x2ex3dxCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. ex1+exdxCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. (1+ex)2exdxCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. (ex+ex)2dxCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. ex(4+ex)5dxCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. eu(1eu)2duCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. esincosdCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 12e1/xx2dxCh. 6.2 - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 011+exexdxCh. 6.2 - Find, correct to three decimal places, the area of...Ch. 6.2 - Find f(x) if f(x)=3ex+5sinx,f(0)=1, and f(0)=2.Ch. 6.2 - Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating...Ch. 6.2 - Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating...Ch. 6.2 - The error function erf(x)=20xet2dt Is used in...Ch. 6.2 - Show that the function y=ex2erf(x) Satisfies the...Ch. 6.2 - An oil storage tank ruptures at time t=0 and oil...Ch. 6.2 - A bacteria population starts with 400 bacteria and...Ch. 6.2 - Dialysis treatment removes urea and other waste...Ch. 6.2 - The rate of growth of a fish population was...Ch. 6.2 - If f(x)=3+x+ex, find (f1)(4).Ch. 6.2 - Evaluate limxesinx1x.Ch. 6.2 - If you graph the function f(x)=1e1/x1+e1/x Youll...Ch. 6.2 - Graph several members of the family of functions...Ch. 6.2 - a Show that ex1+x if x0. Hint: Show that...Ch. 6.2 - a Use the inequality of Exercise 109a to show...Ch. 6.2 - a Use mathematical induction to prove that for x0...Ch. 6.3 - a How is logarithmic function y=logbx defined? b...Ch. 6.3 - a What is the natural logarithm? b What is the...Ch. 6.3 - 3-8 Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.3 - 3-8 Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.3 - 3-8 Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.3 - 3-8 Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.3 - 3-8 Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.3 - 3-8 Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.3 - Use the properties of logarithms to expand the...Ch. 6.3 - Use the properties of logarithms to expand the...Ch. 6.3 - Use the properties of logarithms to expand the...Ch. 6.3 - Use the properties of logarithms to expand the...Ch. 6.3 - 13-18 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.3 - 13-18 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.3 - 13-18 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.3 - 13-18 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.3 - 13-18 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.3 - 13-18 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.3 - Use formula 7 to evaluate each logarithm correct...Ch. 6.3 - 20-22 Use formula 7 to graph the given functions...Ch. 6.3 - 20-22 Use formula 7 to graph the given functions...Ch. 6.3 - 20-22 Use formula 7 to graph the given functions...Ch. 6.3 - Make a rough sketch of the graph of each function....Ch. 6.3 - 23-24 Make a rough sketch of the graph of each...Ch. 6.3 - 25-26 a What are the domain and range of f? b What...Ch. 6.3 - 25-26 a What are the domain and range of f? b What...Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x a e74x=6 b...Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x a ln(x21)=3 b...Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x a 2x5=3 b...Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x a e3x+1=k b...Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x ee2x=1Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x 10(1+ex)1=3Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x ln(lnx)=1Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x eex=10Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x e2xex6=0Ch. 6.3 - 27-36 Solve each equation for x. ln(2x+1)=2lnxCh. 6.3 - 37-38 Find the solution of the equation correct to...Ch. 6.3 - 37-38 Find the solution of the equation correct to...Ch. 6.3 - 37-38 Find the solution of the equation correct to...Ch. 6.3 - 37-38 Find the solution of the equation correct to...Ch. 6.3 - Suppose that the graph of y=log2x is drawn on a...Ch. 6.3 - The velocity of a particle that moves in a...Ch. 6.3 - The geologist C. F. Richter defined the magnitude...Ch. 6.3 - A sound so faint that it can just be heard has...Ch. 6.3 - If a bacteria population starts with 100 bacteria...Ch. 6.3 - When a camera flash goes off, the batteries...Ch. 6.3 - 47-52 Find the limit. limx3+In(x29)Ch. 6.3 - 47-52 Find the limit. limx2log5(8xx4)Ch. 6.3 - Find the limit. limx0In(cosx)Ch. 6.3 - Find the limit. limx0+In(sinx)Ch. 6.3 - 47-52 Find the limit. limx[In(1+x2)In(1+x)]Ch. 6.3 - 47-52 Find the limit. limx[In(2+x)In(1+x)]Ch. 6.3 - 53-54 Find the domain of the function....Ch. 6.3 - 53-54 Find the domain of the function....Ch. 6.3 - 55-57 Find a the domain of f and b f1 and its...Ch. 6.3 - 55-57 Find a the domain of f and b f1 and its...Ch. 6.3 - 55-57 Find a the domain of f and b f1 and its...Ch. 6.3 - a What are the values of eIn300 and In(e300)? b...Ch. 6.3 - 59-64 Find the inverse function. y=2In(x1)Ch. 6.3 - 59-64 Find the inverse function. g(x)=log4(x3+2)Ch. 6.3 - 59-64 Find the inverse function. f(x)=ex3Ch. 6.3 - 59-64 Find the inverse function. y=(Inx2),x1Ch. 6.3 - 59-64 Find the inverse function. y=32x4Ch. 6.3 - 59-64 Find the inverse function. y=1ex1+exCh. 6.3 - On what interval is the function f(x)=e3xex...Ch. 6.3 - On what interval is the curve y=2exe3x concave...Ch. 6.3 - a Show that the function f(x)=In(x+x2+1) is an odd...Ch. 6.3 - Find an equation of the tangent to the curve y=ex...Ch. 6.3 - Show that the equation x1/Inx=2 has no solution....Ch. 6.3 - Any function of the form f(x)=[g(x)]h(x), where...Ch. 6.3 - Let b1. Prove, using definitions 3.4.6 and 3.4.7,...Ch. 6.3 - a Compare the rates of growth of f(x)=x0.1 and...Ch. 6.3 - Solve the inequality In(x22x2)0.Ch. 6.3 - A prime number is a positive integer that has no...Ch. 6.4 - Explain why the natural logarithmic function y=lnx...Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. f(x)=xlnxxCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. f(x)=sin(lnx)Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. f(x)=ln(sin2x)Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. f(x)=ln1xCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. y=1lnxCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function....Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. f(x)=log10xCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. g(x)=ln(xe2x)Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. g(t)=1+lntCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. F(t)=(lnt2)sintCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. h(x)=ln(x+x21)Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function....Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. P(v)=lnv1vCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. f(u)=lnu1+ln(2u)Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. y=ln|1+tt3|Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. f(x)=x5+5xCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. g(x)=xsin(2x)Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. T(z)=2zlog2zCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. y=ln(cscxcotx)Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. y=ln(ex+xex)Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. H(z)=lna2z2a2+z2Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. y=tan[ln(ax+b)]Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. y=log2(xlog5x)Ch. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. G(x)=4C/xCh. 6.4 - 2-26 Differentiate the function. F(t)=3cos2tCh. 6.4 - 27-30 Find y and y. y=xlnxCh. 6.4 - 27-30 Find y and y. y=lnx1+lnxCh. 6.4 - 27-30 Find y and y. y=ln|secx|Ch. 6.4 - 27-30 Find y and y. y=ln(1+lnx)Ch. 6.4 - 31-34 Differentiate f and find the domain of f....Ch. 6.4 - 31-34 Differentiate f and find the domain of f....Ch. 6.4 - 31-34 Differentiate f and find the domain of f....Ch. 6.4 - 31-34 Differentiate f and find the domain of f....Ch. 6.4 - If f(x)=ln(x+lnx), find f(1)Ch. 6.4 - If f(x)=cos(lnx2), find f(1).Ch. 6.4 - 37-38 Find an equation of the tangent line to the...Ch. 6.4 - 37-38 Find an equation of the tangent line to the...Ch. 6.4 - If f(x)=sinx+lnx, find f(x). Check that your...Ch. 6.4 - Find equations of the tangent lines to the curve...Ch. 6.4 - Let f(x)=cx+ln(cosx). For what value of c is...Ch. 6.4 - Let f(x)=logb(3x2). For what value of b is f(1)=3?Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - 43-54 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.4 - Find y if y=ln(x2+y2).Ch. 6.4 - Find y if xy=yx.Ch. 6.4 - Find a formula for f(n)(x) if f(x)=ln(x1).Ch. 6.4 - Find d9dx9(x8lnx).Ch. 6.4 - 59-60 Use a graph to estimate the roots of the...Ch. 6.4 - 59-60 Use a graph to estimate the roots of the...Ch. 6.4 - Find the intervals of concavity and the inflection...Ch. 6.4 - Find the absolute minimum value of the function...Ch. 6.4 - 63-66 Discuss the curve under the guidelines of...Ch. 6.4 - 63-66 Discuss the curve under the guidelines of...Ch. 6.4 - 63-66 Discuss the curve under the guidelines of...Ch. 6.4 - 63-66 Discuss the curve under the guidelines of...Ch. 6.4 - If f(x)=ln(2x+xsinx), use the graphs of f,f and f...Ch. 6.4 - Investigate the family of curves f(x)=ln(x2+c)....Ch. 6.4 - The flash unit on a camera operates by storing...Ch. 6.4 - The table gives the US population from 1790 to...Ch. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. 243xdxCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. 03dx5x+1Ch. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. 12dt83tCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. 49(x+1x)2dxCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. 1ex2+x+1xdxCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. cos(lnt)tdtCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. (lnx)22dxCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. cosx2+sinxdxCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. sin2x1+cos2xdxCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. exex+1dxCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. 042sdsCh. 6.4 - 71-82 Evaluate the integral. x2x2dxCh. 6.4 - Show that cotxdx=ln|sinx|+C by a differentiating...Ch. 6.4 - Sketch the region enclosed by the curves y=lnxx...Ch. 6.4 - Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating...Ch. 6.4 - Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating...Ch. 6.4 - The work done by a gas when it expands from volume...Ch. 6.4 - Find f if f(x)=x2,x0,f(1)=0, and f(2)=0.Ch. 6.4 - If g is the inverse function of f(x)=2x+lnx, find...Ch. 6.4 - If f(x)=ex+lnx and h(x)=f1(x), find h(e).Ch. 6.4 - For what values of m do the line y=mx and the...Ch. 6.4 - a Find the linear approximation to f(x)=lnx near...Ch. 6.4 - Use the definition of derivative to prove that...Ch. 6.4 - Show that limn(1+xn)n=ex for any x0.Ch. 6.2Star - 1-4 Use the Laws of Logarithms to expand the...Ch. 6.2Star - 1-4 Use the Laws of Logarithms to expand the...Ch. 6.2Star - 1-4 Use the Laws of Logarithms to expand the...Ch. 6.2Star - Use the Laws of Logarithms to expand the quantity....Ch. 6.2Star - 5-10 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.2Star - 5-10 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.2Star - 5-10 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.2Star - 5-10 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.2Star - 5-10 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.2Star - 5-10 Express the quantity as a single logarithm....Ch. 6.2Star - 11-14 Make a rough sketch of the graph of each...Ch. 6.2Star - 11-14 Make a rough sketch of the graph of each...Ch. 6.2Star - 11-14 Make a rough sketch of the graph of each...Ch. 6.2Star - 11-14 Make a rough sketch of the graph of each...Ch. 6.2Star - 15-16 Find the limit. limx3+ln(x29)Ch. 6.2Star - 15-16 Find the limit. limx[ln(2+x)ln(1+x)]Ch. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. f(x)=x3lnxCh. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. f(x)=xlnxxCh. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. f(x)=sin(lnx)Ch. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. f(x)=ln(sin2x)Ch. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. f(x)=ln1xCh. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. y=1lnxCh. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. f(x)=sinxln(5x)Ch. 6.2Star - Differentiate the function. h(x)=ln(x+x21)Ch. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. g(x)=lnaxa+xCh. 6.2Star - Differentiate the function. g(t)=1+lntCh. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function....Ch. 6.2Star - Differentiate the function. H(z)=lna2z2a2+z2Ch. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. F(t)=(lnt)2sintCh. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. P(v)=lnv1vCh. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. f(u)=lnu1+ln(2u)Ch. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. y=(lntanx)2Ch. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. y=ln|2x5x2|Ch. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. y=lntan2xCh. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. y=tan[ln(ax+b)]Ch. 6.2Star - 17-36 Differentiate the function. y=ln(cscxcotx)Ch. 6.2Star - Find y and y. y=xlnxCh. 6.2Star - 37-38 Find y and y. y=ln(1+lnx)Ch. 6.2Star - 39-42 Differentiate f and find the domain of f....Ch. 6.2Star - 39-42 Differentiate f and the domain of f....Ch. 6.2Star - Differentiate f and the domain of f. f(x)=iInxCh. 6.2Star - 39-42 Differentiate f and the domain of f....Ch. 6.2Star - If f(x)=In(x+Inx), find f(1).Ch. 6.2Star - If f(x)=Inxx, find f"(e).Ch. 6.2Star - 45-46 Find f(x).Check that your answer is...Ch. 6.2Star - 45-46 Find f(x).Check that your answer is...Ch. 6.2Star - 47-48 Find an equation of tangent line to the...Ch. 6.2Star - 47-48 Find an equation of tangent line to the...Ch. 6.2Star - Find y if y=In(x2+y2)Ch. 6.2Star - Find y if Inx=ysinxCh. 6.2Star - Find a formula for f(n)(x) if f(x)=In(x1)Ch. 6.2Star - Find d9dx9(x8Inx).Ch. 6.2Star - 53-54 Use a graph to estimate the roots of the...Ch. 6.2Star - 53-54 Use a graph to estimate the roots of the...Ch. 6.2Star - 55-58 Discuss the curve under the guidelines of...Ch. 6.2Star - 55-58 Discuss the curve under the guidelines of...Ch. 6.2Star - 55-58 Discuss the curve under the guidelines of...Ch. 6.2Star - 55-58 Discuss the curve under the guidelines of...Ch. 6.2Star - If f(x)=In(2x+xsinx), use the graphs of f,f, and...Ch. 6.2Star - Investigate the family of curves f(x)=In(x2+c)....Ch. 6.2Star - 61-64 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.2Star - 61-64 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.2Star - 61-64 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.2Star - 61-64 Use logarithmic differentiation to find the...Ch. 6.2Star - 65-74 Evaluate the integral. 243xdxCh. 6.2Star - 65-74 Evaluate the integral. 03dx5x+1Ch. 6.2Star - 65-74 Evaluate the integral. 12dt83tCh. 6.2Star - Evaluate the integral. 49(x+1x)2dxCh. 6.2Star - 65-74 Evaluate the integral. 1ex2+x+1xdxCh. 6.2Star - 65-74 Evaluate the integral. e6dxxsinxCh. 6.2Star - 65-74 Evaluate the integral. (Inx)2xdxCh. 6.2Star - 65-74 Evaluate the integral. cosx2+sinxdxCh. 6.2Star - 65-74 Evaluate the integral. sin2x1+cos2xdxCh. 6.2Star - 65-74 Evaluate the integral. cos(Int)tCh. 6.2Star - Show that cotxdx=In|sinx|+C by a differentiating...Ch. 6.2Star - Sketch the region enclosed by the curves y=Inxx...Ch. 6.2Star - Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating...Ch. 6.2Star - Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating...Ch. 6.2Star - The work done by a gas when it expands from volume...Ch. 6.2Star - Find f if f(x)=x2, x0, f(1)=0, and f(2)=0.Ch. 6.2Star - If g is the inverse function of f(x)=2x+Inx, find...Ch. 6.2Star - a Find the linear approximation to f(x)=Inx near...Ch. 6.2Star - a By comparing areas, show that 131.5512 b Use the...Ch. 6.2Star - a Find an equation of the tangent line to the...Ch. 6.2Star - By comparing areas, show that...Ch. 6.2Star - Prove the third law of logarithms. Hint: Start by...Ch. 6.2Star - For what values of m do the line y=mx and the...Ch. 6.2Star - a Compare the rates of growth of f(x)=x0.1 and...Ch. 6.2Star - Use the definition of derivative to prove that...Ch. 6.3Star - Sketch, by hand, the graph of the function f(x)=ex...Ch. 6.3Star - 2-4 Simplify each expression. a eIn15b In(1/e2)Ch. 6.3Star - Simplify each expression. a eIn2b eIn(Ine3)Ch. 6.3Star - 2-4 Simplify each expression. a Inesinxb ex+InxCh. 6.3Star - Solve each equation for x. a e74x=6b In(3x10)=2Ch. 6.3Star - 5-12 Solve each equation for x. ln(x21)=3Ch. 6.3Star - Solve each equation for x. a e3x+1=kb...Ch. 6.3Star - Solve each equation for x. a ln(lnx)=1b eex=10Ch. 6.3Star - 5-12 Solve each equation for x. ee2x=1Ch. 6.3Star - 5-12 Solve each equation for x. 10(1+ex)1=3Ch. 6.3Star - 5-12 Solve each equation for x. e2xex6=0Ch. 6.3Star - 5-12 Solve each equation for x. ln(2x+1)=2lnxCh. 6.3Star - Find the solution of the equation correct to four...Ch. 6.3Star - Find the solution of the equation correct to four...Ch. 6.3Star - Solve each inequality for x. a lnx0b ex5Ch. 6.3Star - Solve each inequality for x. a 1e3x12b 12lnx3Ch. 6.3Star - 17-20 Make a rough sketch of the graph of the...Ch. 6.3Star - 17-20 Make a rough sketch of the graph of the...Ch. 6.3Star - 17-20 Make a rough sketch of the graph of the...Ch. 6.3Star - 17-20 Make a rough sketch of the graph of the...Ch. 6.3Star - 21-22 Find a the domain of f and b f1 and its...Ch. 6.3Star - 21-22 Find a the domain of f and b f1 and its...Ch. 6.3Star - 23-26: Find the inverse function y=2ln(x1)Ch. 6.3Star - 23-26: Find the inverse function y=(lnx)2,x1Ch. 6.3Star - 23-26: Find the inverse function f(x)=ex3Ch. 6.3Star - 23-26: Find the inverse function y=1ex1+exCh. 6.3Star - 27-32 Find the limit. limxe3xe3xe3x+e3xCh. 6.3Star - 27-32 Find the limit. limxex2Ch. 6.3Star - 27-32 Find the limit. limx2+e3/(2x)Ch. 6.3Star - 27-32 Find the limit. limx2e3/(2x)Ch. 6.3Star - 27-32 Find the limit. limx(e2xcosx)Ch. 6.3Star - 27-32 Find the limit. limx(/2)+etanxCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. f(x)=e5Ch. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. k(r)=er+reCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. f(x)=(3x25x)exCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. y=ex1exCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. y=eax3Ch. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. g(x)=ex2xCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. y=etanCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. V(t)=4+ttetCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. f(x)=x2exx2+exCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. y=x2e1/xCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. y=x2e3xCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. f(t)=tan(1+e2t)Ch. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. f(t)=eatsinbtCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. f(z)=ez/(z1)Ch. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. F(t)=etsin2tCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function....Ch. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. g(u)=esecu2Ch. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. y=1+xe2xCh. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function. y=cos(1e2x1+e2x)Ch. 6.3Star - 33-52 Differentiate the function....Ch. 6.3Star - 53-54 Find an equation of the tangent line to the...Ch. 6.3Star - 53-54 Find an equation of the tangent line to the...Ch. 6.3Star - Find y if ex/y=xyCh. 6.3Star - Find an equation of the tangent line to the curve...Ch. 6.3Star - Show that the function y=ex+ex/2 satisfies the...Ch. 6.3Star - Show that the function y=Aex+Bxex satisfies the...Ch. 6.3Star - For what values of r does the function y=erx...Ch. 6.3Star - Find the values of for which y=ex satisfies the...Ch. 6.3Star - If f(x)=e2x, find a formula for f(n)(x).Ch. 6.3Star - Find the thousandth derivative of f(x)=xex.Ch. 6.3Star - a Use the Intermediate Value theorem to show that...Ch. 6.3Star - Use a graph to find an initial approximation to...Ch. 6.3Star - Under certain circumstances a rumor spreads...Ch. 6.3Star - An object is attached to the end of a vibrating...Ch. 6.3Star - Find the absolute maximum value of the function...Ch. 6.3Star - Find the absolute minimum value of the function...Ch. 6.3Star - 69-70 Find the absolute maximum and absolute...Ch. 6.3Star - 69-70 Find the absolute maximum and absolute...Ch. 6.3Star - 71-72 Find a the intervals of increase or...Ch. 6.3Star - 71-72 Find a the intervals of increase or...Ch. 6.3Star - 73-75 Discuss the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.3Star - 73-75 Discuss the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.3Star - 73-75 Discuss the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.3Star - Let g(x)=ecx+f(x) and h(x)=ekxf(x), where f(0)=3,...Ch. 6.3Star - A drug response curve describes the level of...Ch. 6.3Star - After an antibiotic tablet is taken, the...Ch. 6.3Star - After the consumption of an alcoholic beverage,...Ch. 6.3Star - 80-81. Draw a graph of f that shows all the...Ch. 6.3Star - 80-81. Draw a graph of f that shows all the...Ch. 6.3Star - The family of bell-shaped curves y=12e(x)2/(22)...Ch. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 01(xe+ex)dxCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 55edxCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 02dxexCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. x2ex3dxCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. ex1+exdxCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. (1+ex)2exdxCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. (ex+ex)2dxCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. ex(4+ex)5dxCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. eu(1eu)2duCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. esincosdCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 12e1/xx2dxCh. 6.3Star - 83-94 Evaluate the integral. 011+exexdxCh. 6.3Star - Find, correct to three decimal places, the area of...Ch. 6.3Star - Find f(x) if f(x)=3ex+5sinx,f(0)=1, and f(0)=2.Ch. 6.3Star - Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating...Ch. 6.3Star - Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating...Ch. 6.3Star - The error function erf(x)=20xet2dt is used in...Ch. 6.3Star - Show that the function y=ex2erf(x) satisfies the...Ch. 6.3Star - An oil storage tank ruptures at time t = 0 and oil...Ch. 6.3Star - A bacteria population starts with 400 bacteria and...Ch. 6.3Star - Dialysis treatment removes urea and other waste...Ch. 6.3Star - The rate of growth of a fish population was...Ch. 6.3Star - If you graph the function f(x)=1e1/x1+e1/x youll...Ch. 6.3Star - Graph several members of the family of functions...Ch. 6.3Star - Prove the second law of exponents see 7.Ch. 6.3Star - Prove the third law of exponents see 7.Ch. 6.3Star - a Show that ex1+xifx0. Hint: Show that...Ch. 6.3Star - a Use the inequality of Exercise 109a to show...Ch. 6.3Star - a Use mathematical induction to prove that for x0...Ch. 6.3Star - This exercise illustrates Exercise 111c for the...Ch. 6.4Star - a Write an equation that defines bx when b is a...Ch. 6.4Star - a If b is a positive number and b1, how is logbx...Ch. 6.4Star - 3-6 Write the expression as a power of e. 4Ch. 6.4Star - 3-6 Write the expression as a power of e. x5Ch. 6.4Star - 3-6 Write the expression as a power of e. 10x2Ch. 6.4Star - 3-6 Write the expression as a power of e....Ch. 6.4Star - 7-10 Evaluate the expression. a log232 b log82Ch. 6.4Star - 7-10 Evaluate the expression. a log1010 b...Ch. 6.4Star - 7-10 Evaluate the expression. a log1040+log102.5 b...Ch. 6.4Star - 7-10 Evaluate the expression. a loga1a b...Ch. 6.4Star - 11-12 Graph the given functions on a common...Ch. 6.4Star - 11-12 Graph the given functions on a common...Ch. 6.4Star - Use Formula 6 to evaluate each logarithm correct...Ch. 6.4Star - 14-16 Use Formula 6 to graph the given functions...Ch. 6.4Star - 14-16 Use Formula 6 to graph the given functions...Ch. 6.4Star - 14-16 Use Formula 6 to graph the given functions...Ch. 6.4Star - 17-18 Find the exponential function f(x)=Cbx whose...Ch. 6.4Star - 17-18 Find the exponential function f(x)=Cbx whose...Ch. 6.4Star - a Suppose the graphs of f(x)=x2 and g(x)=2xare...Ch. 6.4Star - Compare the rates of growth of the functions...Ch. 6.4Star - 21-24 Find the limit. limx(1.001)xCh. 6.4Star - 21-24 Find the limit. limx(1.001)xCh. 6.4Star - 21-24 Find the limit. limt2t2Ch. 6.4Star - 21-24 Find the limit. limx3+log10(x25x+6)Ch. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. f(x)=x5+5xCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. g(x)=xsin(2x)Ch. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. G(x)=4c/xCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. F(t)=3cos2tCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. L(v)=tan(4v2)Ch. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. G(u)=(1+10lnu)6Ch. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. f(x)=log2(13x)Ch. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. f(x)=log10xCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=xlog4sinxCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=log2(xlog5x)Ch. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=xxCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=xcosxCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=xsinxCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=(x)xCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=(cosx)xCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=(sinx)lnxCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=(tanx)1/xCh. 6.4Star - 25-42 Differentiate the function. y=(lnx)cosxCh. 6.4Star - Find an equation of the tangent line to the curve...Ch. 6.4Star - If f(x)=xcosx, find f(x). Check that your answer...Ch. 6.4Star - 45-50 Evaluate the integral. 042sdsCh. 6.4Star - 45-50 Evaluate the integral. (x5+5x)dxCh. 6.4Star - 45-50 Evaluate the integral. log10xxdxCh. 6.4Star - 45-50 Evaluate the integral. x2x2dxCh. 6.4Star - 45-50 Evaluate the integral. 3sincosdCh. 6.4Star - 45-50 Evaluate the integral. 2x2x+1dxCh. 6.4Star - Find the area of the region bounded by the curves...Ch. 6.4Star - The region under the curve y=10x from x=0 to x=1...Ch. 6.4Star - Use a graph to find the root of the equation...Ch. 6.4Star - Find y if xy=yx.Ch. 6.4Star - Find the inverse function of g(x)=log4(x3+2).Ch. 6.4Star - Calculate limx0+xlnxCh. 6.4Star - The geologist C. F. Richter defined the magnitude...Ch. 6.4Star - A sound so faint that it can just be heard has...Ch. 6.4Star - Referring to Exercise 58, find the rate of change...Ch. 6.4Star - According to the Beer-Lambert Law, the light...Ch. 6.4Star - After the consumption of an alcoholic beverage,...Ch. 6.4Star - In this section we modeled the world population...Ch. 6.4Star - Use the graph of V in Figure 9 to estimate the...Ch. 6.4Star - A researcher is trying to determine the doubling...Ch. 6.4Star - The flash unit on a camera operates by storing...Ch. 6.4Star - The table gives the US population from 1790 to...Ch. 6.4Star - Prove the second law of exponents see 3.Ch. 6.4Star - Prove the fourth law of exponents see 3.Ch. 6.4Star - Deduce the following laws of logarithms from 3: a...Ch. 6.4Star - Show that limn(1+xn)n=ex for any x0.Ch. 6.5 - A population of protozoa develops with a constant...Ch. 6.5 - A common inhabitant of human intestines is the...Ch. 6.5 - A bacteria culture initially contains 100 cells...Ch. 6.5 - A bacteria culture grows with constant relative...Ch. 6.5 - The table gives estimates of the world population,...Ch. 6.5 - The table gives the population of Indonesia, in...Ch. 6.5 - Experiments show that if the chemical reaction...Ch. 6.5 - Strontium-90 has a half-life of 28 days. a A...Ch. 6.5 - The half-life of cesium-137 is 30 years. Suppose...Ch. 6.5 - A sample of tritium-3 decayed to 94.5 of its...Ch. 6.5 - Scientists can determine the age of ancient...Ch. 6.5 - Dinosaur fossils are too old to be reliably dated...Ch. 6.5 - Dinosaur fossils are often dated by using an...Ch. 6.5 - A curve passes through the point (0,5) and has the...Ch. 6.5 - A roast turkey is taken from an oven when its...Ch. 6.5 - In a murder investigation, the temperature of the...Ch. 6.5 - When a cold drink is taken from a refrigerator,...Ch. 6.5 - A freshly brewed cup of coffee has temperature 95C...Ch. 6.5 - The rate of change of atmospheric pressure P with...Ch. 6.5 - a If 1000 is borrowed at 8 interest, find the...Ch. 6.5 - a If 3000 is invested at 5 interest, find the...Ch. 6.5 - a How long will it take an investment to double in...Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression. a tan13 b...Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression. a csc12 b...Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression. a cot1(3)...Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression....Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression....Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression....Ch. 6.6 - Find the exact value of each expression....Ch. 6.6 - Prove that cos(sin1x)=1x2Ch. 6.6 - 12-14 Simplify the each expression. tan(sin1(x))Ch. 6.6 - 12-14 Simplify the each expression. sin(tan1(x))Ch. 6.6 - 12-14 Simplify the each expression. sin(2arccosx)Ch. 6.6 - 15-16 Graph the given functions on the same...Ch. 6.6 - 15-16 Graph the given functions on the same...Ch. 6.6 - Prove Formula 6 for the derivatives of cos1 by the...Ch. 6.6 - a Prove that sin1x+cos1x=/2 b Use part a to prove...Ch. 6.6 - Prove that ddt(cot1x)=11+x2.Ch. 6.6 - Prove that ddt(sec1x)=1xx21Ch. 6.6 - Prove that ddt(csc1x)=1xx21Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - Find the derivative of the function. Simplify...Ch. 6.6 - 36-37 Find the derivative of the function. Find...Ch. 6.6 - 36-37 Find the derivative of the function. Find...Ch. 6.6 - Find y if tan1(x2y)=x+xy2.Ch. 6.6 - If g(x)=xsin1(x/4)+16x2, find g(2).Ch. 6.6 - Find an equation of the tangent line to the curve...Ch. 6.6 - Find f(x). Check that your answer is reasonable by...Ch. 6.6 - 41-42 Find f(x). Check that your answer is...Ch. 6.6 - 43-46 Find the limit. limx1+sin1xCh. 6.6 - 43-46 Find the limit. limx(1+x21+2x2)Ch. 6.6 - 43-46 Find the limit. limxarctan(ex)Ch. 6.6 - 43-46 Find the limit. limx0+tan1(Inx)Ch. 6.6 - Where should the point P be chosen on the line...Ch. 6.6 - A painting in an art gallery has height h and is...Ch. 6.6 - A ladder 10 ft long leans against a vertical wall....Ch. 6.6 - A lighthouse is located on a small island, 3 km...Ch. 6.6 - 51-54 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.6 - 51-54 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.6 - 51-54 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.6 - 51-54 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.6 - If f(x)=arctan(cos(3arcsinx)), use the graphs of...Ch. 6.6 - Investigate the family of curves given by...Ch. 6.6 - Find the most general antiderivative of the...Ch. 6.6 - Find g(t) if g(t)=2/1t2 and g(1)=5.Ch. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. 1/3381+x2dxCh. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. 1/21/261p2dpCh. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. 01/2sin1x1x2dxCh. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. 03/4dx1+16x2Ch. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. 1+x1+x2dxCh. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. 0/2sinx1+cos2xdxCh. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. dx1x2sin1xCh. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. 1xx24dxCh. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. t21t6dtCh. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. e2x1e4xdxCh. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. dxx(1+x)Ch. 6.6 - Evaluate the integral. x1+x4dxCh. 6.6 - Use the method of Example 8 to show that, if a0,...Ch. 6.6 - The region under the curve y=1/x2+4 from x=0 to...Ch. 6.6 - Evaluate 01sin1xdx interpreting it as an area and...Ch. 6.6 - Prove that, for xy1,arctanx+arctany=arctanx+y1xy...Ch. 6.6 - Use the result of Exercise 74 to prove the...Ch. 6.6 - a Sketch the graph of the function...Ch. 6.6 - Use the method of Example 6 to prove the identity...Ch. 6.6 - Prove the identity arcsinx1x+1=2arctanx2Ch. 6.6 - Some authors define y=sec1xsecy=x and...Ch. 6.6 - Let f(x)=x arctan (1/x) if x0 and f(0)=0. a Is f...Ch. 6.7 - 1-6 Find the numerical value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.7 - 1-6 Find the numerical value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.7 - 1-6 Find the numerical value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.7 - 1-6 Find the numerical value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.7 - 1-6 Find the numerical value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.7 - 1-6 Find the numerical value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity sinh(x)=sinhx...Ch. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity cosh(x)=coshx...Ch. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity coshx+sinhx=exCh. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity coshxsinhx=exCh. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity...Ch. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity...Ch. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity coth2x1=csch2xCh. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the identity...Ch. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity...Ch. 6.7 - Prove the following identity cosh2x=coh2x+sinh2xCh. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity...Ch. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity...Ch. 6.7 - 7-19 Prove the following identity...Ch. 6.7 - If tanhx=1213, find the values of the other...Ch. 6.7 - If coshx=53 and x0, find the values of the other...Ch. 6.7 - a Use the graphs of sinh, cosh, and tanh in...Ch. 6.7 - Use the definitions of the hyperbolic functions to...Ch. 6.7 - Prove the formulas given in Table 1 for the...Ch. 6.7 - Give an alternative solution to Example 3 by...Ch. 6.7 - Prove Equation 4.Ch. 6.7 - Prove Equation 5 using a the method of Example 3...Ch. 6.7 - For each of the following functions i give a...Ch. 6.7 - Prove the formulas given in Table 6 for the...Ch. 6.7 - 30-45 Find the derivative. 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Simplify where...Ch. 6.7 - Show that ddx1+tanhx1tanhx4=12ex/2Ch. 6.7 - Show that ddxarctan(tanhx)=sech2xCh. 6.7 - The Gateway Arch in St. Louis was designed by Eero...Ch. 6.7 - If a water wave with length L moves with velocity...Ch. 6.7 - A flexible cable always hangs in the shape of a...Ch. 6.7 - A telephone line hangs between two poles 14 m...Ch. 6.7 - Using principles from physics it can be shown that...Ch. 6.7 - A cable with linear density =2kg/m is strung from...Ch. 6.7 - A model for the velocity of a falling object after...Ch. 6.7 - a Show that any function of the form...Ch. 6.7 - If x=ln(sec+tan), show that sec=coshx.Ch. 6.7 - At what point of the curve y=coshx does the...Ch. 6.7 - Investigate the family of functions...Ch. 6.7 - 59-67 Evaluate the integral. sinhxcosh2xdxCh. 6.7 - 59-67 Evaluate the integral. sinh(1+4x)dxCh. 6.7 - 59-67 Evaluate the integral. sinhxxdxCh. 6.7 - 59-67 Evaluate the integral. tanhxdxCh. 6.7 - 59-67 Evaluate the integral. coshxcosh2x1dxCh. 6.7 - 59-67 Evaluate the integral. sech2x2+tanhxdxCh. 6.7 - 59-67 Evaluate the integral. 461t29dtCh. 6.7 - 59-67 Evaluate the integral. 01116t2+1dtCh. 6.7 - 59-67 Evaluate the integral. ex1e2xdxCh. 6.7 - Estimate the value of the number c such that the...Ch. 6.7 - a Use Newtons method or a graphing device to find...Ch. 6.7 - Show that the area of the shaded hyperbolic sector...Ch. 6.7 - Show that if a0 and b0, then there exist numbers ...Ch. 6.8 - 1-4 Given that...Ch. 6.8 - 1-4 Given that...Ch. 6.8 - 1-4 Given that...Ch. 6.8 - 1-4 Given that...Ch. 6.8 - 5-6 Use the graphs of f and g and their tangent...Ch. 6.8 - 5-6 Use the graphs of f and g and their tangent...Ch. 6.8 - The graph of a function f and its tangent line at...Ch. 6.8 - 8-68 Find the limit. 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This...Ch. 6.8 - 75-76 What happens if you try to use IHospitals...Ch. 6.8 - 75-76 What happens if you try to use IHospitals...Ch. 6.8 - 77-82 Use lHospitals Rule to help sketch the...Ch. 6.8 - 77-82 Use lHospitals Rule to help sketch the...Ch. 6.8 - 77-82 Use lHospitals Rule to help sketch the...Ch. 6.8 - 77-82 Use lHospitals Rule to help sketch the...Ch. 6.8 - 77-82 Use lHospitals Rule to help sketch the...Ch. 6.8 - 77-82 Use lHospitals Rule to help sketch the...Ch. 6.8 - 83-85 a Graph the function. b Use lHospitals Rule...Ch. 6.8 - 83-85 a Graph the function. b Use lHospitals Rule...Ch. 6.8 - 83-85 a Graph the function. b Use lHospitals Rule...Ch. 6.8 - Investigate the family of curves given by...Ch. 6.8 - Investigate the family of curves f(x)=excx. In...Ch. 6.8 - If an object with mass m is dropped from rest, one...Ch. 6.8 - If an initial amount A0 of money is invested at an...Ch. 6.8 - Light enters the eye through the pupil and strikes...Ch. 6.8 - Some populations initially grow exponentially but...Ch. 6.8 - A metal cable has radius r and is covered by...Ch. 6.8 - In Section 4.3 we investigated the Fresnel...Ch. 6.8 - Suppose that the temperature in a long thin rod...Ch. 6.8 - The first appearance in print of 1Hospitals Rule...Ch. 6.8 - The figure shows a sector of a circle with central...Ch. 6.8 - Evaluate limx[xx2ln(1+xx)]Ch. 6.8 - Suppose f is a positive function. If limxaf(x) and...Ch. 6.8 - If f is continuous, f(2)=0, and f(2)=7, evaluate...Ch. 6.8 - For what values of a and b is the following...Ch. 6.8 - If f is continuous, use lHospitals Rule to show...Ch. 6.8 - If f is continuous, show that...Ch. 6.8 - Let f(x)={e1/x2ifx00ifx0 a Use the definition of...Ch. 6.8 - Let f(x)={|x|xifx01ifx=0 a Show that f is...Ch. 6.R - a What is a one-to-one function? How can you tell...Ch. 6.R - a What are the domain and range of the natural...Ch. 6.R - a How is the inverse sine function f(x)=sin1x...Ch. 6.R - Write the definitions of the hyperbolic functions...Ch. 6.R - State the derivative of each function. a y=ex b...Ch. 6.R - a How is the number e defined? b Express e as a...Ch. 6.R - a Write a differential equation that expresses the...Ch. 6.R - a What does lHospitals rule say? b How can you use...Ch. 6.R - State whether each of the following limit forms is...Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - Determine whether the statement is true or false....Ch. 6.R - The graph of f is shown. Is f one-to-one? Explain.Ch. 6.R - The graph of g is given. a Why is g one-to-one? b...Ch. 6.R - Suppose f is one-to-one, f(7)=(3), and f(7)=8....Ch. 6.R - Find the inverse function of f(x)=x+12x+1.Ch. 6.R - 5-9 Sketch a rough graph of the function without...Ch. 6.R - 5-9 Sketch a rough graph of the function without...Ch. 6.R - 5-9 Sketch a rough graph of the function without...Ch. 6.R - 5-9 Sketch a rough graph of the function without...Ch. 6.R - 5-9 Sketch a rough graph of the function without...Ch. 6.R - Let b1. For large values of x, which of the...Ch. 6.R - 11-12 Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.R - 11-12 Find the exact value of each expression. a...Ch. 6.R - 13-20 Solve the equation for x. lnx=13Ch. 6.R - 13-20 Solve the equation for x. ex=13Ch. 6.R - 13-20 Solve the equation for x. eex=17Ch. 6.R - 13-20 Solve the equation for x. ln(1+ex)=3Ch. 6.R - 13-20 Solve the equation for x. ln(x+1)+ln(x1)=1Ch. 6.R - 13-20 Solve the equation for x. log5(cx)=dCh. 6.R - 13-20 Solve the equation for x. tan1x=1Ch. 6.R - 13-20 Solve the equation for x. sinx=0.3Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. f(t)=t2lntCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. g(t)=et1+etCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. h()=etan2Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. h(u)=10uCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=ln|sec5x+tan5x|Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=xcos1xCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=xtan1(4x)Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=emxcosnxCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=ln(sec2x)Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=tln(t4)Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=e1/xx2Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=(arcsin2x)2Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=3xlnxCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=ecosx+cos(ex)Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. H(v)=vtanv1Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. F(z)=log10(1+z2)Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=xsinh(x2)Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=(cosx)xCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=lnsinx12sin2xCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=arctan(arcsinx)Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=ln(1x)+1lnxCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. xey=y1Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=ln(cosh3x)Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=(x2+1)4(2x+1)3(3x1)5Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=cosh1(sinhx)Ch. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=xtanh1xCh. 6.R - 21-47 Differentiate. y=cos(etan3x)Ch. 6.R - Show that ddx(12tan1x+14ln(x+1)2x2+1)=1(1+x)(1+x2)Ch. 6.R - 49-52 Find f in terms of g f(x)=eg(x)Ch. 6.R - 49-52 Find f in terms of g f(x)=g(ex)Ch. 6.R - 49-52 Find f in terms of g f(x)=ln|g(x)|Ch. 6.R - 49-52 Find f in terms of g f(x)=g(lnx)Ch. 6.R - 53-54 Find f(n)(x). f(x)=2xCh. 6.R - 53-54 Find f(n)(x). f(x)=ln(2x)Ch. 6.R - Use mathematical induction to show that if...Ch. 6.R - Find y if y=x+arctanyCh. 6.R - 57-58 Find an equation of the tangent to the curve...Ch. 6.R - 57-58 Find an equation of the tangent to the curve...Ch. 6.R - At what point on the curve y=[ln(x+4)]2 is the...Ch. 6.R - If f(x)=xesinx, find f(x). Graph f and f on the...Ch. 6.R - a Find an equation of the tangent to the curve...Ch. 6.R - The function C(t)=K(eatebt),a, b, and K are...Ch. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limxe3xCh. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limxln(100x2)Ch. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx3e2/(x3)Ch. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limxarctan(x3x)Ch. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx0+ln(sinhx)Ch. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limxexsinxCh. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx1+2x12xCh. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx(1+4x)xCh. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx0ex1tanxCh. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx01cosxx2+xCh. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx0e2xe2xln(x+1)Ch. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limxe2xe2xln(x+1)Ch. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx(x2x3)e2xCh. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx0+x2lnxCh. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx1+(xx11lnx)Ch. 6.R - 63-78 Evaluate the limit. limx(/2)(tanx)cosxCh. 6.R - 79-84 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.R - 79-84 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.R - 79-84 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.R - 79-84 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.R - 79-84 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.R - 79-84 Sketch the curve using the guidelines of...Ch. 6.R - Investigate the family of curves given by...Ch. 6.R - Investigate the family of functions...Ch. 6.R - An equation of motion of the form s=Aectcos(t+)...Ch. 6.R - a Show that there is exactly one root of the...Ch. 6.R - A bacteria culture contains 200 cells initially...Ch. 6.R - Cobalt-60 has a half-life of 5.24 years. a Find...Ch. 6.R - The biologist G. F. Gause conducted an experiment...Ch. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. 04116+t2dtCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. 01ye2y2dyCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. 25dr1+2rCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. 01ex1+e2xdxCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. 0/2cosx1+sin2xdxCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. exxdxCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. sin(lnx)xdxCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. x+1x2+2xdxCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. csc2x1+cotxdxCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral. tanxln(cosx)dxCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral x1x4dxCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral 2tansec2dCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral sinhauduCh. 6.R - 92-105 Evaluate the integral (1xx)2dxCh. 6.R - 106-108 Use properties of integrals to prove the...Ch. 6.R - 106-108 Use properties of integrals to prove the...Ch. 6.R - 106-108 Use properties of integrals to prove the...Ch. 6.R - 109-110 Find f(x). f(x)=1xessdsCh. 6.R - 109-110 Find f(x). f(x)=lnx2xet2dtCh. 6.R - Find the average value of the function f(x)=1/x on...Ch. 6.R - Find the area of the region bounded by the curves...Ch. 6.R - Find the volume of the solid obtained by rotating...Ch. 6.R - If f(x)=x+x2+ex, find (f1)(1).Ch. 6.R - If f(x)=lnx+tan1x, find (f1)(/4).Ch. 6.R - What is the area of the largest rectangle in the...Ch. 6.R - What is the area of the largest triangle in the...Ch. 6.R - Evaluate 01exdxwithout using the Fundamental...Ch. 6.R - If, F(x)=abtxdt, where a, b0, then, by the...Ch. 6.R - Show that cos{arctan[sin(arccotx)]}=x2+1x2+2Ch. 6.R - If f is a continuous function such that...Ch. 6.R - The figure shows two regions in the first...Ch. 6.P - If a rectangle has its base on the x-axis and two...Ch. 6.P - Prove that log25 is an irrational number.Ch. 6.P - Does the function f(x)=e10|x2|x2 have an absolute...Ch. 6.P - If 04e(x2)4dx=k, find the value of 04xe(x2)4dx.Ch. 6.P - Show that dndxn(eaxsinbx)=rneaxsin(bx+n) where a...Ch. 6.P - Show that sin1(tanhx)=tan1(sinhx).Ch. 6.P - Show that, for x0, x1+x2tan1xxCh. 6.P - Suppose f is continuous, f(0)=0,f(1)=1,f(x)0, and...Ch. 6.P - Show that f(x)=1x1+t3dt is one-one and find...Ch. 6.P - If y=xa212a21arctansinxa+a21+cosx Show that...Ch. 6.P - For what value of a is the following equation...Ch. 6.P - Evaluate limx(x+2)1/xx1/x(x+3)1/xx1/xCh. 6.P - Evaluate. Assume that the integrand is defined and...Ch. 6.P - Sketch the set of all points (x,y) such that...Ch. 6.P - Prove that cosh(sinhx)sinh(coshx) for all xCh. 6.P - Show that, for all positive value of x and y,...Ch. 6.P - For what value of k does the equation e2x=kx have...Ch. 6.P - For which positive numbers a is it true that ax1+x...Ch. 6.P - For which positive numbers a does the curve y=ax...Ch. 6.P - For what values of c does the curve y=cx3+ex have...
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Kia Nurse still has to pinch herself when she sees her face plastered across a billboard in downtown Toronto. And when the 23-year-old WNBA All-Star pulls on a pair of Jordan brand shoes? If you told a young Nurse she would one day find herself doing that, "I would have laughed at you". Canberra Capitals coach Paul Goriss thinks some WNBL fans are yet to grasp the notion Nurse is, put simply, "a global superstar". She is one of three women's basketball players to have formally joined the coveted Jordan brand family and has emerged as one of the game's most exciting players. The best part about it? Canberra fans have a chance to see her play in their own city when she suits up for the Capitals against the Townsville Fire at the National Convention Centre on Sunday. "She is a global superstar, it's not just in Canada, or in the WNBA or in Australia," Goriss said. "Around the world, people know who she is and I don't think she gets the recognition to some extent around the world for how she can play and what she can bring to the game. MORE CAPITALS NEWS "She probably gets that in Canada, but people around the world probably don't know how big of a deal she is. "Just don't tell her that." Nurse scored 28 points in her WNBL return to lead the Capitals to a round one win over Adelaide three days after she arrived in the country. She showed every bit of the charisma and skill fans grew to love as the star import helped the Capitals to a drought-breaking championship last season. Now she joins Opals stars Kelsey Griffin and Marianna Tolo in search of back-to-back titles for a group boasting French point guard Olivia Epoupa and a raft of promising youngsters led by Keely Froling and Maddison Rocci. "The sky is the limit," Nurse said. "I love to think of it that way and understanding as the weeks go on, each team is going to get better but we're going to get better as well. "Not only with adding players but just getting a feel, we have some new players to the team, playing with each other, the plays we want to run. "Obviously Tolo and Mikaela [Ruef] will be huge assets for us as well. "There's a trust there already and a competitiveness and an effort that is incredible. That's what you want in your teammates. It's only going to continue to grow from there. "There's definitely more of a comfort level [returning to the WNBL] in terms of knowing what to expect and knowing how the game is played. "It is a little different, obviously, and knowing how the refs call the games and being aware of that. "It was a lot of fun to come back and play in such a great atmosphere that we always have in Canberra." The Capitals are set to welcome Tolo back into the fray from a foot infection as they prepare to face the Fire and the Canberra co-captain will be greeted by a handful of familiar faces on the other side of the court. Kate Gaze and Hannah Young have joined forces in Townsville while Goriss is bracing for Abby Bishop to return from a minor concussion. Bishop missed Townsville's opening round clash with the Southside Flyers last week after suffering a head knock at training but the Capitals will prepare for a full-strength Fire outfit. "We always plan for everyone being in. We'll go in planning for Bishop to play," Goriss said. "Hopefully we will be able to manage some minutes with Tolo coming back into our rotation. "Getting wins early in the season when teams aren't fully prepared, the same as us, is definitely a good start for us." WNBL ROUND TWO Sunday: Canberra Capitals v Townsville Fire at National Convention Centre, 2pm.
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WNBL: 'Sky is the limit' for Canberra Capitals star Kia Nurse
Caden Helmers
Kia Nurse still has to pinch herself when she sees her face plastered across a billboard in downtown Toronto.
And when the 23-year-old WNBA All-Star pulls on a pair of Jordan brand shoes? If you told a young Nurse she would one day find herself doing that, "I would have laughed at you".
Kia Nurse has quickly become a fan favourite in the WNBL. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
Canberra Capitals coach Paul Goriss thinks some WNBL fans are yet to grasp the notion Nurse is, put simply, "a global superstar".
She is one of three women's basketball players to have formally joined the coveted Jordan brand family and has emerged as one of the game's most exciting players.
The best part about it? Canberra fans have a chance to see her play in their own city when she suits up for the Capitals against the Townsville Fire at the National Convention Centre on Sunday.
"She is a global superstar, it's not just in Canada, or in the WNBA or in Australia," Goriss said.
"Around the world, people know who she is and I don't think she gets the recognition to some extent around the world for how she can play and what she can bring to the game.
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"She probably gets that in Canada, but people around the world probably don't know how big of a deal she is.
"Just don't tell her that."
Nurse scored 28 points in her WNBL return to lead the Capitals to a round one win over Adelaide three days after she arrived in the country.
She showed every bit of the charisma and skill fans grew to love as the star import helped the Capitals to a drought-breaking championship last season.
Now she joins Opals stars Kelsey Griffin and Marianna Tolo in search of back-to-back titles for a group boasting French point guard Olivia Epoupa and a raft of promising youngsters led by Keely Froling and Maddison Rocci.
The UC Capitals host the WNBL season opener with a grand final rematch against the Adelaide Lightning! Capitals Kia Nurse. Picture: Jamila Toderas
"The sky is the limit," Nurse said.
"I love to think of it that way and understanding as the weeks go on, each team is going to get better but we're going to get better as well.
"Not only with adding players but just getting a feel, we have some new players to the team, playing with each other, the plays we want to run.
"Obviously Tolo and Mikaela [Ruef] will be huge assets for us as well.
"There's a trust there already and a competitiveness and an effort that is incredible. That's what you want in your teammates. It's only going to continue to grow from there.
She is a global superstar, it's not just in Canada, or in the WNBA or in Australia.
Capitals coach Paul Goriss on star import Kia Nurse
"There's definitely more of a comfort level [returning to the WNBL] in terms of knowing what to expect and knowing how the game is played.
"It is a little different, obviously, and knowing how the refs call the games and being aware of that.
"It was a lot of fun to come back and play in such a great atmosphere that we always have in Canberra."
The Capitals are set to welcome Tolo back into the fray from a foot infection as they prepare to face the Fire and the Canberra co-captain will be greeted by a handful of familiar faces on the other side of the court.
Kate Gaze and Hannah Young have joined forces in Townsville while Goriss is bracing for Abby Bishop to return from a minor concussion.
Former Capital Abby Bishop will collide with Canberra once more - this time in a Townsville uniform. Photo: Jamila Toderas
Bishop missed Townsville's opening round clash with the Southside Flyers last week after suffering a head knock at training but the Capitals will prepare for a full-strength Fire outfit.
"We always plan for everyone being in. We'll go in planning for Bishop to play," Goriss said.
"Hopefully we will be able to manage some minutes with Tolo coming back into our rotation.
"Getting wins early in the season when teams aren't fully prepared, the same as us, is definitely a good start for us."
WNBL ROUND TWO
Sunday: Canberra Capitals v Townsville Fire at National Convention Centre, 2pm.
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As Federal Bump Stock Ban Goes Into Effect, Brady Calls for Further Congressional Action
Washington, D.C., March 26, 2019 — Nearly a year and a half after the Las Vegas Route 91 Harvest shooting, the deadliest mass shooting in modern American history, bump stocks are finally illegal in the United States after a federal ban went into effect today. But with court cases continuing and the ongoing risk of sudden changes to federal regulations, Brady renewed its call for Congress to take action on a permanent solution. Brady has led the way on the fight to ban bump stocks, dating back to its pending class action lawsuit against the manufacturers on behalf of the Las Vegas shooting victims.
“We've fought hard for the survivors of the Route 91 Harvest shooting, and this federal ban marks a long-awaited victory. But until Congress takes action, there will still be a risk that bump stocks - weapons of war - will be back on our streets because of legal claims related to this administrative rule change. The time is now for our Congressional leaders to finally take action and classify bump stocks as illegal machine guns, ensuring that our communities are safe from these dangerous devices.”
Further Background:
Prescott et al v. Slide Fire Solutions
November 28, 2018 - Brady Renews Call For Immediate Congressional Action to Ban Bump Stocks
December 18, 2018 - More Than One Year After Las Vegas Massacre, Trump Administration Bans Bump Stocks
Bump Stock Timeline:
June 7, 2010 - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) replies to a request by Slide Fire Solutions, LP for an evaluation of its bump stock technology (which it claimed would assist people with limited hand mobility to fire AR-15 style rifles). ATF determined that a bump stock was not regulated as a firearm.
February 27, 2013 - Sen. Dianne Feinstein opens a Judiciary Committee hearing showing videos on the bump stock threat.
October 1, 2017 - In Las Vegas, a shooter uses bump stocks to fire more than 1,100 rounds in 11 minutes, killing 58 people and injuring more than 500 others at the Route 91 Harvest music festival.
October 4, 2017 - Sen. Feinstein again introduces a bill to ban the sale and possession of bump stock equipment.
October 6, 2017 - Brady Center files a lawsuit against Slide Fire Solutions, LP and other bump stock manufacturers on behalf of concert-goers at the Las Vegas music festival.
November 8, 2017 - Sen. Feinstein reintroduces an assault weapons bill that includes banning bump stocks and similar devices.
December 6, 2017 - Las Vegas survivors Heather Gooze, Christine Caria, and Heather Sallan urge Congress to ban bump stocks in Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
December 26, 2017 - ATF issues pre-rule request for comments (i.e. ANPRM) after Trump Administration directs the agency to develop a rule to ban bump stocks instead of supporting congressional action to do so.
January 25, 2018 - ATF’s comment period closes, with nearly 116,000 comments received.
February 20, 2018 - Days after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre in Parkland, FL, Trump issues Executive Memorandum to US Attorney General directing Justice Department to expedite rule-making to ban bump stocks.
March 24, 2018 - ATF issues a proposed rule (i.e. NPRM) to ban bump stocks and other such devices as “machine guns.”
June 27, 2018 - ATF receives nearly 36,000 comments by this close date for comments, with a majority supporting a nationwide ban on bump stocks.
September 17, 2018 - Judge holds that Slide Fire Solutions, LP is immune from liability under the federal Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, dismissing Brady’s lawsuit, but allows amended complaint to be filed.
October 1, 2018 - One-year anniversary of the Las Vegas massacre; 9 states and at least 4 localities have banned bump stocks, yet the Trump Administration and Congress have done nothing at the national level to get them off the streets.
October 8, 2018 - Brady and co-counsel file Plaintiffs’ amended complaint in class action against Slide Fire.
December 6, 2018 - One year since the US Senate heard testimony from survivors of Las Vegas in a hearing calling for an immediate ban bump stocks and similar devices.
December 18, 2018 - The Trump Administration clarifies that bump stocks and similar devices fall within the federal prohibition on machine guns and are therefore illegal under federal law.
March 26, 2019 - The federal ban on bump stocks goes into effect. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts rejects a bid to block the ban.
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Baltimore, Md., Nov 14, 2017 / 02:59 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- The sainthood cause for Lakota medicine man and Catholic catechist Nicholas Black Elk took another step forward today, as the U.S. bishops unanimously approved his canonical consultation.
The Nov. 14 voice vote of the bishops took place at their annual fall assembly in Baltimore, and is the latest in a series of steps on the path to sainthood.
The motion to vote on the cause was brought forward by Bishop Robert D. Gruss of Rapid City, South Dakota, the home diocese of Black Elk where his cause was officially opened earlier this year.
Even before his conversion to Catholicism, Black Elk was a prominent medicine man “widely known as a holy man and a mystic,” Bishop Gruss told the assembly of bishops.
After his conversion, Black Elk “fully embraced a Catholic life” and became an “ardent Catechist” who would go on to convert more than 400 Native Americans to the faith, Gruss noted.
Black Elk became “an icon who reveals what God calls all of us to be – people of faith and hope, and a source of hope for others,” he added.
Black Elk was born sometime between 1858 and 1866 and, like many of his ancestors, served as a medicine man, which combined the roles of medical doctor, spiritual adviser and counselor.
He was present for the Battle of Little Bighorn in 1876, and the following year, he joined Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show, which toured Europe, including a performance before Queen Victoria.
In 1892, after touring with the show for several years, he married Katie War Bonnet. They had three children. After she converted to Catholicism, all three children were baptized.
The year after she died, Black Elk converted to Catholicism and was baptized on Dec. 6, 1904, the Feast of St. Nicholas. He took Nicholas as his baptismal name because he admired the saint's generosity.
In 1905, he married again to Anna Brings White, a widow with two children. They had three children together and she passed away in 1941.
During Black Elk’s lifetime, the practice in the Diocese of Rapid City was for Jesuit priests to select Lakota Catholic men to teach the faith to other members of their tribe as catechists. They evangelized, prayed and prepared converts in the Lakota language, traveling by foot or by horseback until automobiles became available.
Black Elk became a catechist in 1907, chosen for his enthusiasm and his excellent memory for learning Scripture and Church teaching. He was also one of the signatories of the cause of canonization for St. Kateri Tekakwitha, another Native American saint. He passed away Aug. 19, 1950 at Pine Ridge.
Last year, a petition with over 1,600 signatures to open his cause for canonization was presented to Bishop Gruss by the Nicholas Black Elk family. An October Mass officially opened his cause in the diocese this year.
Gruss said that Black Elk’s witness is an inspiration for both Native and non-native Americans, because he “lived the Gospel in everyday life.”
The next step in Black Elk’s cause will be for a tribunal to investigate and document examples of heroic virtue in his life.
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NFL plans to honor health care workers by inviting some who've been vaccinated to Super Bowl LV
Posted: Dec 17, 2020 12:54 PM CST
The NFL commissioner wants to honor health care workers by inviting them to Super Bowl LV. By Allen Kim and Cesar Marin, CNN
(CNN) -- The NFL wants to honor health care workers by inviting some -- who've had their Covid-19 vaccines -- to Super Bowl LV.
Frontline health care workers are "true American heroes," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said on a Wednesday call with reporters, adding he hopes to invite vaccinated employees of Florida hospitals to the big game, both to honor them and to promote vaccinations, which began rolling out in the US this week.
"As we all know, these frontline workers are the true American heroes, and we owe them our ongoing gratitude," Goodell said. "We also know that we need to rely on them for months to come to distribute vaccines and continue to treat all of those that are ill from Covid and other illnesses."
The idea still needs health care authorities' approval.
Wednesday's meeting with team owners mainly focused on coronavirus. Goodell praised the league for its Covid-19 protocols and highlighted that positive coronavirus test results within the NFL declined by roughly half in consecutive weeks.
It's proof the protocols implemented by the league are working, he said.
Largely praised for its stringent pandemic protocols, the NFL is about midway through its quest to become the nation's first major sport to play a full and mostly uninterrupted season during the health crisis. Some 187 players and 328 personnel tested positive for Covid-19 from August 1 through December 12.
Family members of NFL players and staff will now be offered Covid-19 testing, Goodell said Wednesday.
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How sugar makes you depressed and ways to detox from it
Find out how sweetened drinks, refined grains and high-carb meals are setting your emotions on a roller coaster ride that's destined to crash.
By Natasha Turner, ND Updated July 11, 2013
Find out how your daily sugar intake could be hurting your health (Photo by Getty Images).
If you remember the old ad campaign of two eggs being fried with the message, “This is your brain on drugs”, today we can re-create it using sugar instead of drugs. It sounds extreme, but the average Canadian consumes the equivalent of 26 teaspoons in a day. And here’s the kicker, it’s not only adding inches to your waistline, but sending your mood up for failure. Read on for how sugar makes you depressed:
Your brain on sugar
Once sugar (aka glucose) is ingested – whether it’s in the form of a donut or a high-carb dinner – insulin is released. Immediately, it begins to direct the glucose in your bloodstream. Unlike fat cells, the brain can’t store glucose, so this simple sugar is readily burned up upon use (a process that speeds up during times of stress, such as big meetings, or even during concentration tasks, likes writing this article).
Considering your brain cells need twice the energy of other cells in your body, it’s no surprise then, that your head is extremely sensitive to changing blood sugar levels.
Your body also releases endorphins such as dopamine and serotonin to accompany this sugar rush, which is why, at first, you’ll feel happier, and perhaps even calmer. However, these receptor sites slow production to regulate the same endorphins that had you feeling so good, causing a crash in mood and even depression — and so the cycle begins and we reach for more sugar.
In fact, patients who were treated for both type 2 diabetes and depression at the same time achieve better results, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania. This is one of the many reasons that I include dietary changes for every patient that comes into my office with concerns of depression and/or mood swings.
The sweet tooth — unveiled
What goes up (in this case, blood sugar) must come down.
Sleepiness right after a sugar-rich meal is a classic symptom of reduced insulin sensitivity (which down the road leads to diabetes), along with a dip in mood and energy. I find most patients in my practice with high insulin have low levels of serotonin — the “happy” hormone that controls our mood, sleep patterns, self-esteem, ability to make decisions and cravings.
According to research from Princeton University, “food addiction” evolves as a result of changes in brain pathways. Sugar causes the release of the hormone dopamine in the brain — the same response activated by addictive drugs. These chemical adaptations cause changes in dopamine release over time. In this particular study, rats actually became sugar-dependent, paving the way for theories that sugar can be physiologically addictive. The rats even experienced ‘withdrawals’ through low levels of dopamine and anxiety. They displayed chattering teeth and were reluctant to leave their homes — except if it was to get more sugar. Given this, it’s not hard to believe that in brain scans, sugar appears to be as addictive as cocaine.
The proof is in the (sugar-filled) pudding
New research suggests that drinking sweetened beverages, even diet drinks, is associated with an increased risk of depression. People who drank more than four cans or cups per day of soda were 30 percent more likely to develop depression than those who drank no soda. Those who drank four cans of fruit punch per day were about 38 percent more likely to develop depression than those who did not drink sweetened drinks. Not to mention that these drinks often lack any essential nutrients and healthy brain fuel.
A similar study in the British Journal of Psychiatry (of more than 3400 middle-aged civil servants) found that those who had a diet that contained a lot of processed foods – ranging from desserts to refined grains – had a 58 percent increased risk for depression, whereas those whose diet could be described as containing more whole foods — think veggies, fruits and fish – had a reduced risk for depression of 26 percent.
Bottom line: If you find your mood as predictable as the weather, I recommend going on a sugar detox. Read this article for four tips to help you quit the sugar habit and this for more recommendations on curbing those cravings for better success.
Have you ever considered going on a sugar detox? Tell us what would be the hardest for you to give up in the comment section below.
Natasha Turner, N.D. is a naturopathic doctor, Chatelaine magazine columnist, and author of the bestselling books The Hormone Diet and The Supercharged Hormone Diet. Her newest release, The Carb Sensitivity Program, is now available across Canada. She’s also the founder of the Toronto-based Clear Medicine Wellness Boutique and a regular guest on The Dr. Oz Show. For more wellness advice from Natasha Turner, click here.
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Pastor in India Loses Hearing from Assault by Hindu Extremists
Source: www.morningstarnews.org
Officials ignored his complaint of attack two months prior.
By Our Southern India Correspondent
HYDERABAD, India, May 9, 2017 (Morning Star News) – A pastor in eastern India’s Bihar state has lost his hearing after Hindu extremists assaulted him outside his home on church premises last month, sources said.
Doctors at a Hajipur government hospital determined the loss of hearing and wounds on Pastor Sikandar Kumar’s body were a result of being beaten with iron rods and sticks, Vaishali District Superintendent of Police Rakesh Kumar told Morning Star News.
Pastor Kumar, 45, was at his home in Jadhua village when a young boy riding a bicycle knocked on his door on April 5, church officials said. The boy told the pastor and his wife that a group of men were waiting outside to meet him, according to pastor Arun Kumar, who is now leading the victim’s Pentecostal congregation.
“When the pastor stepped out, 15 men started beating him and accused him of conversions in the village,” Arun Kumar told Morning Star News. “They badgered his head with iron swords and sticks. Pastor Sikandar fell down unconscious; he had a deep injury on his head. He was bleeding severely.”
The assailants were shouting, “Jai Sri Ram, Jai Sri Ram (Hail Lord Ram),” he said, adding that they left the church compound apparently assuming Pastor Kumar was dead.
Police suspect the attackers were Ram Bhakts, devotees of Ram, who carried out processions in the district that day as part of a Hindu spring festival known as Rama Navami.
“Since there are no eyewitnesses, we detained five suspects based on Pastor Sikandar’s complaint,” the Vaishali District superintendent told Morning Star News. “We detained five suspects, but the victim, Pastor Sikandar, couldn’t identify them. So we released them.”
Pastor Kumar’s injuries were deep, he said, adding, “It was clear that the attack was brutal. The investigation is on.”
Arun Kumar said he and others found the pastor bleeding in the church compound.
“The assailants even snatched away his mobile and have been answering calls from media and believers for weeks now,” Arun Kumar said. “I asked the police to trace it.”
While he has not faced any direct opposition since taking over pastoral duties at the church, Arun Kumar said he has received threatening phone calls.
“More than 100 families attend the church,” he said. “The police have provided us security for the Sunday worship.”
Prior to the attack on him, Pastor Kumar had complained to police after he and other church members were attacked by Hindu extremists on Feb. 10, Arun Kumar said.
“He even wrote to the chief minister and other government officials in February,” he said. “He didn’t receive any great response.”
Doctors in Hajipur referred Pastor Kumar to Patna Medical College for further treatment. He has returned to his native village in Bihar state with his wife and children; from there he travels to a private neurological center in Patna, the state capital, for treatment.
Swamy Better
A Christian who fell into a coma on Jan. 21 after suffering a brain hemorrhage due to hypertension after badgering by Hindu extremists has been discharged from the hospital, according to his wife, Kusuma Sujata.
K.A. Swamy, a 47-year-old professor, was insulted and threatened by Hindu extremists for distributing Bibles in Hyderabad, capital of Telangana state, before they took him to police who interrogated him the rest of the day.
“Swamy is scheduled for another surgery, and whatever he has been able to recover so far may come down or improve,” Sujata told Morning Star News. “It might become a burden, since we’re running on meager finances.”
India ranked 15th on Open Doors’ 2017 World Watch List of the 50 countries where it is most difficult to be a Christian.
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Filing an Appeal
An application for appeal must include the following attachments:
Specific references to the Section(s) of the Zoning Resolution being appealed. These can be found in the refusal letter issued by the Zoning Administrator and in the text of the Colerain Township Zoning Resolution.
A clear and accurate description of the construction or use.
All facts and reasons why the determination sought should be granted.
Plats and plans.
Submit eight copies.
The plats and/or plans previously filed for a Zoning Certificate may be used when filing the appeal, provided said plats and plans are drawn to scale and show the actual shape and dimensions of the lot to be built upon, the exact size and location on the lot of the building(s) and any accessory building(s) that are existing and proposed.
Plans should also indicate the existing and intended use of each building or part of a building, the number of families or housekeeping units each building is intended to accommodate, and such other information with regard to the lot and neighboring lots as may be necessary to provide for a proper hearing and determination of the appeal.
Where a new building, building addition, or building alteration is proposed, the plans shall bear the seal of a registered Professional Engineer, Architect, or Land Surveyor.
Eight copies of a typewritten list of the names and addresses of all the property owners of all abutting lots and lands across the street opposite the property and within a 200 foot radius of the property involved in the appeal. Said list must be prepared from the County Auditor’s current tax list from the plat book.
Eight copies of a plat illustrating all properties, including owner’s names as required above.
An appeal fee is required when the appeal is filed. All legal advertisements and adjacent property owner notification costs shall be the responsibility of the appellant.
The appeal must be received by the Department of Planning and Zoning at least 21 days before the next scheduled meeting date.
A legal notice will be prepared by this office and placed in a newspaper of general circulation in the county 10 days prior to the public hearing. Notice of the hearing is sent by certified mail to all property owners within 200 feet.
Failure to appear at the scheduled public hearing may result in the dismissal of the appeal.
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McKinsey chief awarded Trevor Project honor for LGTB efforts
15 June 2018 Consulting.us
Dominic Barton, global managing director at McKinsey & Company, was awarded the Trevor Project’s 20/20 Visionary Award on behalf of the Big Three strategy consultancy. McKinsey’s efforts to support LGBT staff and young people in local communities helped it secure the prestigious award.
At its 20th annual ceremony in New York, pop superstar Rita Ora performed and millions were raised in donations for the Trevor Project – a leading nonprofit organization which offers crisis intervention and suicide prevention strategies for LGBT youth. Television producers Lena Waithe and Greg Berlanti were among the three people awarded for their services to this vulnerable community.
The other was McKinsey chief Dominic Barton. The Canadian consultant – now in the last of his three terms as global managing partner – won the 20/20 Visionary Award which celebrates businesses and leaders which encourage LGBT employees and contribute to the broader community.
Amit Paley, executive director of the Trevor Project said that McKinsey “has done a huge amount for LGBTQ people in general, for youth specifically, and for The Trevor Project in particular,”
“They have had early on for their employees who are part of same-sex relationships, an LGBTQ employee group, and cover gender-affirmation surgery for trans employees. Barton, in particular, has been integral in pushing for policies and creating a culture at McKinsey that supports the LGBTQ community." Paley is himself a former McKinsey consultant who volunteered as a counselor at Trevor in 2012. His chief of staff, Sam Dorrison, is also a McKinsey alumni who describes the consulting firm’s impact on Trevor as “immeasurable”.
“I am personally honored and humbled to accept the 20/20 Visionary Award on behalf of McKinsey,” said Barton. “It’s so important that our LGBTQ youth know that they are beautiful and that they are not alone. We want the best people in the world—in all the ways that they are diverse.”
“We have a mission statement with two equal parts. The first is to have a lasting impact on our clients and the second is to attract and retain the best talent. We can’t do either if we aren’t attracting a broad set of the best available talent. Therefore, we need LGBTQ people to feel comfortable that McKinsey & Company is a good place to work.”
“We have a recruiting program to attract the LGBTQ community. “Our GLAM network is the fastest growing in the firm. Not only from a moral point of view is this important, but from a business and economic point of view it’s important.”
Other leading consultancies agree. LGBT+ initiatives at Bain & Co are led by Joao Soares, who has championed recruitment from the community throughout his career. Over at the Boston Consulting Group there is the LGBT Network. All three firms promote their high inclusivity scores by various rights organizations and Best Places to Work for LGBT employees awards.
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Father's plea to find missing son in Coventry
Kerrison Rielly was last seen on Monday afternoon
Ben Eccleston
Kerrison Rielly, 17, who is missing from his home in Coventry.
UPDATE: Kerrison has ben found and is back home. Thanks to everyone who shared the appeal.
A father is desperately appealing for help to find his teenage son who is missing in Coventry.
Kerrison David Rielly, 17, was last seen at the walk-in heath centre in Foleshill on Monday afternoon (September 16).
Kerrison, from Willenhall, had left the nearby City College, where he is studying plastering, earlier that same day.
And now his dad Simon Mansbridge is desperate to know that his son is safe and well.
Simon told CoventryLive Kerrison was last seen at around 3.30pm on Monday (September 16) at the walk-in health centre in Stoney Stanton Road, Foleshill.
Simon, who believes his son may be somewhere in Hillfields, said: "Kerrison was at his nan's Saturday evening where he stayed the night and was there all day on Sunday.
"He left there on Monday morning to go to City College and was there but didn't attend any lessons. He swiped out at 1.35pm."
Simon, who also has two daughters, added: "I'm worried about my son and we just want him home safe."
Watch: How to report a missing person
Anyone who may have seen Kerrison or has any information on his whereabouts is asked to call West Midlands Police on 101 or visit the force's Live Chat online .
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Coventry Sports Awards
Sports Awards: Youngsters truly dedicated to being top of their game
Coventry Sports Awards 2017
Izzy Sanders
Coventry and Warwickshire Sports Awards 2016 at Ricoh Arena...
Thomas International are the latest business to show their support of this year’s Coventry and Warwickshire Sports Awards as nominations draw to a close on September 1.
The company, which provides a range of psychometric tests to businesses across the country helping increase productivity, are sponsoring the Junior Sportsperson of the Year award.
This year’s ceremony takes place at Coventry’s Ricoh Arena on 5 October and once nominations close nominees will have a tense wait to discover whether they have made it onto the final shortlist. The glamorous event is a fantastic opportunity to acknowledge the regions professional and amateur sporting teams and individuals in what will prove to be a wonderful celebration of sport.
With 13 awards up for grabs, TV presenter Emma Jesson and sports broadcaster Gary Newbon will be on hosting duties as the winners are revealed and celebrated for their contribution to local sporting success.
Speaking of the company’s decisions to sponsor the Junior Sportsperson of the Year Award, Ciaran Morton, UK MD of Thomas International said: “Our expertise lie with identifying and developing high potential throughout sport, and it seems only fitting that we would sponsor the category that celebrates the success of young people who are truly dedicated to their sport, and committed to consistently being at the top of their game.”
With such a variety of sports taking place in Coventry and Warwickshire, Ciaran noted how these events raise the region’s profile: “Sporting events like these awards help raise the profile of the region as by celebrating success and achievements, they can inspire people to get involved themselves, engendering a culture of togetherness within the community, encouraging diversity and promoting the region as a key player in the sporting world.”
Sports Awards: Last chance to pick a winner
He continued: “We are pleased to be working with sports clubs throughout the region at both local and national level, providing them with the tools and solutions to give their athletes, teams and coaches a competitive edge. Our assessments offer key insights into a sportsperson’s potential, strengths and limitations, motivators and preferred communication styles, enabling enhancements to coaching and development programmes for future success.”
Nominations are open but will close on September 1 when the judges begin their decision-making process. Visit www.coventrysportsawards.co.uk/2017/ for details on how to nominate a team or individual or for more information contact Katy Hedge at event organisers Champions (UK) plc 08453 31 30 31.
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Research at CPC-M
Extracellular vesicles against lung scarring
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Are bubbles outside the cell an important accomplice to fight against incurable idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?
For many lung diseases, we still don´t understand exactly, what happens at the level of the cell. Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) for example is a particularly aggressive form of pulmonary fibrosis that progresses extremely rapidly. Unlike other fibrotic lung diseases, the cause of IPF is completely unclear (idiopathic = no identifiable cause). The symptoms are all the more serious: The lung tissue is scarred, the oxygen absorption is hindered, the lung function decreases.
At the cellular level, various mechanisms have been explored that lead to this scarring. Certain proteins contribute to the unwanted production of collagens. Autoimmune processes are also discussed as a contributing factor.
DZL researchers have now succeeded in proving a previously unknown player in this fateful game: extracellular vesicles.
A group headed by Prof. Melanie Königshoff, DZL-PI and head of the LRR Unit at the CPC-M (Research Unit Lung Repair and Regeneration) has been working on a specific signaling molecule for years. This molecule, WNT-5A, contributes to the progressive scarring of the lung in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and thus the worsening of the disease.
What the researchers also discovered: In IPF patients, WNT-5A is increasingly transported via small, fluid-filled vesicles. These vesicles are located outside the cell, therefore they are called Extracellular Vesicles.
Extracellular vesicles under the microscope © Helmholtz Zentrum München
Illustration of pulmonary fibrosis
© Angelika Kramer
The conclusion of the team was straight forward: if we "block the way” for WNT-5A, preventing it from being transported by the vesicles - does that also reduce the scarring of the lung tissue? Or is it even possible to change the content of the vesicles in a way that the messenger substances they contain have a therapeutic effect? In any case, WNT-5A should serve as a biomarker to determine the degree of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
The team now wants to investigate these hypotheses in further preclinical studies.
For this work, the LRR team was awarded the price for the best basic scientific publication at the annual meeting of the DZL DPLD disease area in 2019.
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Prof. Dr. Dr. Melanie Königshoff
Research Unit Lung Repair and Regeneration (LRR)
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Dr. Mareike Lehmann,
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Lehmann et al., Cellular Signaling, 2020:
Chronic WNT/β-catenin signaling induces cellular senescence in lung epithelial cells
Melo-Narvaez et al., ERR, 2020:
Lung regeneration: implications of the diseased niche and ageing
A. Martin-Medina et al., Am J Respir Crit Care Med., 2018:
Increased Extracellular Vesicles Mediate WNT-5A Signaling in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.
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13% Derivation: Okowa not against communities’ agitation – Spokesman
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Mr Olisa Ifeajika, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, says the Governor is not in any way against the clamour by oil-bearing communities to be given funds directly from the 13 per cent Derivation Fund.
He said that contrary to the reasoning and issues being canvassed by some groups and the slant adopted by a section of the media on the issue, Okowa wished that the agitation should be holistic and collective, and targeted at getting the Federal Government to give oil-producing states more percentage of funds from the remaining 87 per cent still being kept and shared across the country.
Ifeajika made this known in a statement in Asaba on Sunday.
According to him, the Governor only advised that if people and communities must agitate for the control of the 13 per cent derivation, they should also clamour for the entire 100 per cent from the Federal Government as 13 per cent is a meagre sum compared to the 87 per cent still being held and shared among all the states and the Federal Government..
The spokesman explained that the law establishing Delta State Oil-Producing Area Development Commission (DESOPADEC), which empowered it to manage part of the 13 per cent derivation funds, was enacted long before Okowa became governor.
He said that previous administrations in the state administered the derivation funds in line with the law, which the present administration had not deviated from.
“The law establishing DESOPADEC indicates that 50 per cent of the 13 per cent derivation fund shall be used by the commission for the purpose of development projects and programmes in oil-producing communities.
“Governor Okowa in his characteristic forthrightness, which has ingratiated him to all Deltans, has continued to attend to issues concerning DESOPADEC according to the law.
“He is not opposed to communities agitating for the control of derivation funds; and for peace and progress of the state, the governor remains committed to ensuring that projects and other life-lifting infrastructure are evenly distributed in oil-producing communities.
“Since the present administration assumed office in 2015, the governor has carried out reforms to re-focus DESOPADEC, as an interventionist agency, to deliver life-changing infrastructure in the communities.
“As a matter of fact, the Okowa administration has treaded where others had dreaded, especially with the construction of over 20-kilometre roads criss-crossing the creeks, from Obotobo I, Obotobo II, Sokebulou, Yokiri in Ogulagha, Burutu Local Government Area to ongoing construction of Trans-Warri road, with 19 bridges.
“These audacious projects by Okowa in the coastal communities also include the Okerenkoko road in Gbaramatu, Warri South-West; Burutu township concrete road, with pavements, construction of new town in Oboghoro community in Warri North, the completed Ovwor-Effurun-Otor Bridge and ongoing construction of Ayakoromo Bridge,” he said.
Ifeajika reaffirmed that the governor was profoundly concerned about peace in the Niger Delta, especially in the South-South, and had been working in synergy with his colleagues in the region to ensure that peace continued to prevail in all the states.
He added that Okowa and other governors in the South-South and National Assembly members from the zone had been collaborating to ensure that clauses for adequate funds to be made available to communities hosting oil facilities and their activities were enshrined in the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB).
He noted that Okowa’s administration had continued to ensure equity and fairness in projects and appointments, contrary to the claims by the agitators, adding that the government would remain on that lane, which had been acknowledged as progressive and prosperous for the state.
“The present administration will not be distracted in any way,’’ Ifeajika said and called on all Deltans to support the government by all hands being on deck to ensure the attainment of a stronger Delta.
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Posted By: Ash Thompson April 26, 2019
Ash Thompson grades the Lions first round pick and revises the tiered draft board.
By the time we actually got to the first night of the draft, the Detroit Lions had been linked to every prospect or trade scenario. When they took T. J. Hockenson there was always going to be a certain number of people who were going to be able to say they knew it all along (they didn’t) They will spend the next year talking about how they’re inside Bob Quinn‘s head (they’re not). I am neutral about the pick, the Lions grabbed the fifth available player on my big board. I do not love tight ends in the first round. They just do not produce enough yardage personally to be worth the pick. Additionally few of the elite at the position go that high.
What the Team Missed Out On
With that said Ed Oliver, who went one pick after the Lions selection, was never going to be a Lion. He seems to be the specific player that most angry fans have fixated on. The issue with that is that Oliver can’t play in 3/4 of the Lions defense. He is a gap shooting three-technique defensive tackle The Lions defense uses that skill set in a couple of sub packages. He may have been able to transition to a down defensive end spot, but he lacks the desired length for the transition. Even if he could, the Lions just signed Trey Flowers to play that spot.
If you are upset because Martin Mayhew took a tight end that had no production who lacked elite athletic traits and had average measurables a few years ago; know that Hockenson is not that. He was a blocking specialist as a freshman and became a dominant college level receiver. T. J. Hockenson will be your favorite Detroit Lion in three years. The Lions received offers for the pick. The Broncos turned the No. 10 pick into No. 20, No. 52, and the Steelers 2020 third-round pick. It is not the players on the board that make me unhappy about the pick, it was the other two 2021 starters that the Lions appear to have turned down. T.J. Hockenson gets a B from me. I like the player a ton. I really do like him. He was the number one tight end. The opportunity cost, however, was too high.
Detroit Lions tiered draft board
Players Left on the Board
Recall, if you will, that this is not a draft board reflecting general player quality or an attempt to guess the NFL’s feelings on the players. This board was my attempt to estimate how the Lions would feel about players. There were still two guys on the board that I had ranked higher than Hockenson. The players that went before the Lions first pick are red in the new board. The players drafted before the Lions second pick are highlighted in green. Devin Bush and Garret Bradbury were a tier higher than Hockenson. I’ve been wrong before, and undoubtedly will again.
The Lions can still grab a starting interior offensive lineman, but the rest of the field is going to spend some time on the bench. Only two wide receivers went in round one. A long term option there could be found in Deebo Samuel, or A. J. Brown, in the second, and Terry McLaurin, J.J. Arcega-Whiteside, or Hakeem Butler.
By the time the third round rolls around 55 more players will have come off the board. That is a little more difficult to predict with any accuracy, but corners, wide receivers, and running backs of quality that the Lions have expressed interest in will be there.
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Mikel Merino on what he learned at Newcastle United - despite not being 'successful' on the pitch
The former Newcastle United midfielder is now into his second season at Real Sociedad
Chris KnightBusiness of Football writer
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Mikel Merino believes his stints at Newcastle United and Borussia Dortmund have improved him as a person and a player - despite not being "successful" on the pitch.
The Spanish midfielder left his home country to move to the Bundesliga in 2016, but spent just a single season with the German giants before moving to the Magpies on a season-long loan deal in the summer of 2017.
The under-21 international made an impressive start to his career on Tyneside under Rafa Benitez, and the move was quickly made permanent months into his temporary deal.
But an injury to Merino's lower back saw him sidelined for a month shortly after his impressive match-winning cameo against Crystal Palace.
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Even upon his return, the midfielder was still affected by the knock and described it at the time as the "worst" injury of his career.
The impressive form of Mo Diame and Jonjo Shelvey saw Merino's opportunities limited in the second-half of the season, and after months of speculation secured a return to Spain when Real Sociedad triggered his release clause.
The 23-year-old has established himself as a first-team regular at his new club, and was interviewed ahead of facing his former side Osasuna on Sunday.
Speaking to Spanish title Noticias de Navarra, Merino believes his spells in Germany and Newcastle have helped him learn how to handle setbacks in his career.
He said: "In a very strong way. These are experiences that have marked me, although they were not very successful in football.
"They make you mature and that is something that is then seen on the field. It helped me learn many things and also manage the bad times.
"Now I know how to handle setbacks better, they affect me less and I have more serenity."
Speaking to ChronicleLive months after his departure from the North East, Merino admitted it was "tough decision" to leave Newcastle United.
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He said: "I miss a lot of things from Newcastle and the way they treated me was pretty awesome because I felt almost like I was at home. The city was really beautiful and the people there showed me a lot of love. Not only the league and the football but the culture and everything.
"I was living there with a friend and we both miss it a little bit because they are experiences that maybe you don't live again in the same way. This time was really special."
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UK True Fleet with another drop in October but SUVs still rocketing
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Following a massive drop of 20.5% (“thanks” to WLTP) the passenger car market in UK was down by “only” 2.9% in October and scored 153,600 new registrations.
With – 6.1% the True Fleet channel was hit harder than private customers which were only 1.0% behind the volume of October 2017. With only 9 units (!) less than in last year’s October, Special Channels were extraordinary stable. But only on the first look because the registrations on Dealerships/Manufacturers decreased by more than 1,200 cars and this was almost completely compensated by the rise in registrations of Short-Term Rentals, where we could see several brands with triple-digit growth rates.
Brand performance
Within the top 10 fleet brands there was quite a lot of action and so only one brand kept its position in the ranking (Kia on rank number 9). Following a tough September Volkswagen was able to take the crown for True Fleet again in October. But it was a close race as Volkswagen, Ford and Mercedes were only separated by 86 registrations! With a + 31.5% BMW in fourth place achieved the biggest percentage growth within the top 10. The positive result was mainly fuelled by the 5 Series (especially the Plug-In version 530e) and the 2 Series Gran Tourer, which scored its best market share in the British fleet market up to now.
Toyota in 6th just behind Vauxhall (Opel) achieved a + 21.1% and Peugeot followed in 8th behind Nissan registered a solid + 27.9% in October. For both brands the upswing was predominantly generated by SUV models (C-HR, RAV4 and 2008, 3008 and 5008 respectively). Hyundai took the last spot of the top 10 and a bit further down the ranking Volvo showed a remarkable performance. The Swedish car manufacturer achieved its highest market share for four years jumping from rank number 17 into 14th place with an impressive + 62.0%. Both the XC60 and the S90 more than doubled their registrations, while the all-new XC40 also contributed significantly.
Vehicle segment performance
The rise of SUVs is of course not a news anymore. Nevertheless, it is amazing to see how strong the demand is continuing to develop. And this is completely independent from the size of models. This becomes obvious by looking on the market shares of the different SUV subsegments. Small, Compact and Medium SUVs all achieved new all-time records in October and with 2.52% the group of Large SUVs was very, very close to achieving the same. But this award still goes to March 2017 with 2.54%.
Let’s have a closer look at these segments. The two top-sellers within SUV Small, Nissan Juke and Vauxhall Mokka, were both in the red but all other models in the top 10 raised their volumes or were new entries like the T-Roc from Volkswagen (already 3rd in October) or the Seat Arona (10th). The Volkswagen Tiguan was clearly leading the Compact SUV class and more than doubled its registrations over October 2017. The same holds true for the Mercedes GLA, ranking third behind the Nissan Qashqai while the Grandland X from Vauxhall is currently the most successful new entry both in the current month and year-to-date. The Medium SUV segment was led by a Japanese model: the Mitsubishi Outlander and its preferred powertrain is clearly the PHEV. Eight out of ten company car drivers opted for the Plug‑In version. Mercedes GLC (2nd, + 82.0%) and Volvo XC60 (3rd, + 103.4%) had a massive jump but the Peugeot 5008 even had a five-digit growth rate and gained no less than 19 positions pushing the first domestic model, the Land Rover Discovery Sport aside.
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Islamic miniature painting is generally understood to mean small paintings that are or once were part of a manuscript, used as a frontispiece or an illustration for a text. Drawings and individual paintings have, however, also been preserved. They were either sketches or were intended to be placed as independent works of art in an album.
The miniatures usually had a paper base, but cardboard and in rare cases cotton or silk cloth were also used. The brilliant colors are usually opaque.
The oldest preserved miniature paintings were made in around the year 1000, but not until around 1200 were they found in larger numbers. Islamic miniature painting is often categorized rather summarily into four regional schools: the Arab, the Persian, the Indian, and the Ottoman Turkish.
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Miniature from Abd al-Rahman al-Sufi’s Kitab suwar al-kawakib. “The Constellation Gemini”
Iran; beginning of 15th century
Leaf: 21.4 × 14.3 cm
The oldest preserved illustrated manuscript from the Islamic world is a copy of al-Sufi’s “Book of Fixed Stars” from 1009. So that the individual constellations could be recognized, it was natural to show their mutual locations graphically. It soon became equally natural to make simple line drawings with the outlines of the constellations that the Muslims had in many cases adopted from the scholars of Antiquity.
This Timurid miniature depicts the constellation Gemini projected onto a celestial globe. On the other side of the leaf is a mirror image of Gemini as it appears in the sky.
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South West paedophile hunter reveals what it's like to catch online predators
A paedophile hunter from UK Database has spoken candidly about how and why he traps sex offenders
Devon Live
You might not have seen their faces, but chances are you've heard about what they do.
Across the UK there has been a huge rise in the amount of vigilante paedophile hunting groups operating in recent years.
These digital vigilantes are often ordinary people trying to do something to stop or catch sex offenders or criminals.
Their efforts have led to numerous convictions.
Paedophile hunters have trapped and convicted eight men at Exeter court in less than a year
Some police forces have expressed concerns about their law enforcement activities, but the criminal justice system has acknowledged the work they do.
In an exclusive interview with Somerset Live , one man has revealed what it is like to be part of a vigilante group seeking to expose paedophiles and bring them to justice.
He has asked only to be known as Chris.
Chris is a member of UK Database, which has carried out a number of stings across Somerset and the south west.
As well as targeting people attempting to engage in sexual communication with children, UK Database also compiles details of convicted child abusers and sex offenders from across the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Torquay man jailed in paedophile hunter 'sting'
Since it was started 12 years ago, the site has received 64 million hits and says it has named more than 70,000 convicted paedophiles.
Since November, it has carried out 24 stings on suspected paedophiles.
What is a sting?
Where adults create an fake online profile of a child, or pose as a child in mobile phone or digital communications.
They converse with suspected paedophiles on websites and record their target's responses.
If a target shows an apparent sexual interest in children the paedophile hunter will record any attempts by the target to get what they think is a child to perform sexual acts on web cameras or meet for sex.
To incite a child into a sexual act is a criminal offence - even if the communications are actually with an adult.
Groups then confront their targets - often broadcasting the confrontation live on social media - before handing the information over to the police.
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Chris says that as an eight year old, he suffered abuse at the hands of two men.
As he grew older, he wanted to give a voice to other survivors of sexual abuse.
He says the online database can be used by parents who can search by town, name or county to find out if there is anyone in their area who could pose a risk for children.
How does UK Database operate?
Chris says: "There are 12 in our team - three security members, me and eight decoys who cover the whole of the South West, although a maximum of four of us actually attend the stings.
"Our decoy will place themselves on various apps and social media platforms as a child aged either 12,13 or 14. Then we just wait.
"Sadly, in most cases it is not long before a predator contacts our decoy. In our very first reply we state the age of the decoy and then the sexual chat usually starts thereafter.
"A meet is usually set up and we then apprehend the offender. We ask them questions on camera whilst we wait for the police to arrive, and then we hand over all the evidence over to them once they arrive."
Man admits attempting to meet 'girl' aged nine for sex
How do you prepare for a sting?
"Most of our preparation is research into the person who contacted our decoy," he said. "We look at the background of their life, if they have kids, what job they have and where they live."
He says that he rarely gets nervous before a sting - which is probably a good thing, as the group are currently working on their 24th since November last year.
Do you always live stream your stings?
While members of the public are largely supportive of paedophile hunting groups, some police forces have voiced concerns about the way they operate.
Some fear that publicly “outing” suspected paedophiles against this backdrop could expose suspects and their families to retaliation and encourage further amateur witch-hunts.
Videos of showdowns between groups and their targets can get thousands of views, likes and shares and could potentially prevent a defendant from receiving a fair trial.
It's because of this that Chris says UK Database only rarely livestream their stings.
"We do not live steam our stings any more as we try to work with the police," he said.
"But in some cases, due to the past employment of some offenders, we may decide to lives stream some stings so they are out in the public domain."
Police arrive at a paedophile sting
What's the hardest part of what you do?
Chris says for him the hardest thing is finding the time to do the work, as well as the amount of travelling he does, as all of his work with UK Database has to fit around his normal job.
He said it's also difficult when courts hand down sentences they consider lenient.
"Sentencing is far too lenient for any sexual offenders," he said. "Most will go onto re-offend.
"In the court system we have maximum sentence guidelines, but no minimum sentence guidelines. We would like to see all sex offenders jailed."
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And the best thing?
"The best part is to watch paedophiles being jailed," he said.
"We have had five jailed this year including an already convicted offender we caught in Taunton who was jailed for eight years."
Is paedophile hunting legal?
There is no direct law against the operation of vigilante groups, but some of the techniques that could potentially be used during 'snares' could be crossing the legal line.
For example, the paedeophile hunters often confront the people they have caught and false imprisonment, kidnapping, battery, affray and assault are all criminal offences.
The dangers posed by vigilantes also extend beyond the actual confrontations.
Videos of such showdowns usually get thousands of views, likes and shares online and are often accompanied by a stream of heated comments, and many fear that publicly “outing” suspected paedophiles against this backdrop could expose suspects and their families to retaliation and encourage further amateur witch-hunts.
Exeter man: 'Why I try to hunt down Devon paedophiles'
What have the courts done about it?
Last year self-described “paedophile hunters” welcomed a landmark court ruling which allowed them to continue to pose as children online to catch sexual predators.
Legal teams acting for two men allegedly snared by a group called Dark Justice claimed prosecutions using evidence gathered by such groups ‘diminished the integrity of the court process’.
You never know who you're talking to online.
But in a detailed judgement given at Newcastle crown court in April, Mr Justice Langstaff ruled that there was no legal requirement for the activities of Dark Justice to be subject to controls, the Guardian reported .
Defence teams argued that evidence gathered by Dark Justice should be governed by the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA), which public bodies are bound by.
But Langstaff concluded that the members of Dark Justice had “acted as private citizens throughout” and, as such, “authorisation of them by any public authority to act as a covert human intelligence source was and is not required by law”.
What do the police say?
Top police officers have warned in the past that vigilante paedophile hunters should stop because they risk tampering with probes into child grooming.
Avon and Somerset Police referred us to this quote by a UK-wide officer:
Chief Constable Simon Bailey, said: “We understand the desire to protect children but any member of the public who has information about child sexual abuse, online or otherwise, should get in contact with the police so we can investigate and bring people to justice.
"So called paedophile hunters are taking risks they don’t understand and can undermine police investigations.
"Most importantly, unlike our officers, they have no way of safeguarding child victims.
“Our approach to these groups has not changed.
Some police forces have criticised vigilante groups, while others are happy to work with them
"We may consider working with these groups in certain instances, if it helps us protect children and we can manage the risks of their involvement. But this is not the solution to the problem of abuse.
"We are tackling child abuse by using undercover officers and covert resources to catch those seeking to groom children online.
"We need technology and software companies to support us by doing more to prevent offenders using their platforms to prey on children.”
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3 Keys to Building a Sales Compensation Plan that Works
Defining sustainable growth for your organization, establishing KPIs and sales accelerators, and keeping accurate, detailed records are key to a solid sales compensation plan.
EVO Payments
Good sales reps are hard to find. It can be especially challenging for entrepreneurs whose business has grown to the point where you need to turn sales over to someone else — and the success of your business may hang in the balance. Attracting and retaining talented sales reps requires a strategy for engaging and incentivizing them, but it must also make the most sense for your bottom line.
In his presentation at the 2019 Retail Solutions Providers Association (RSPA) RetailNOW, PJ Tierney, Vice President, ISV Sales for EVO Payments, Integrated Payments Division, shared three keys to establishing a solid sales compensation plan.
1. Determine What Sustainable Growth for Your Company Looks Like
Tierney says the first step is having an honest talk with yourself about what sustainable growth looks like for your company in today’s market. “Be realistic,” he advises. “Everyone wants to shoot for the moon. Everyone wants to go for 20 or 30 percent. But if 10 percent is good revenue growth for you, start to build on that.”
He points out that it’s also important to look at all revenue, including short-term revenue from licenses or project work and long-term, recurring revenue such as Software as a Service (SaaS) or ongoing consulting fees. He says bundling services is a trend, but it’s vital to understand your costs and your margin. Thoroughly tracking your revenue stream will give you the basis for the best way to compensate and incentivize your sales team — and retain sales talent. “If you give them a stake in the company, higher residuals, or revenue share, they won’t want to leave,” Tierney says.
A clear picture of short-term and long-term revenues can also help you determine what you can invest into a new hire. Sales reps need time to train, learn and build capacity. Providing a signing bonus or other means to compensate them for the first few months could help you attract sales reps capable of helping your company grow.
2. Establish Indicators and Accelerators
The next step is to establish key performance indicators (KPIs) that benchmark productivity for your sales team and methods for encouraging your sales team to hit — or exceed — their goals. “Good salespeople think about the next sale,” Tierney says. “You need to keep them engaged month over month, quarter over quarter, so they can see the short term.” He adds that SaaS commissions and residuals will help them to see the long term.
Tierney says he advocates paying sales reps a base salary and using a tiered system for additional compensation. The best sales reps that are meeting minimum goals can expect is base, “but, as a sales rep, I want to do better than base,” he says.
He adds that it’s vital to keep your sales compensation plan simple. Some businesses base the plan on production; for example, if a rep needs to sell 10 to reach a goal, and sells five, then he or she needs to sell five more. Tierney says any plan should be simple enough for one of your family members who isn’t familiar with your business or sales to understand.
Tierney comments that how your sales team performs against quotas is an important indicator. Not reaching goals may mean you need to train your reps more thoroughly, evaluate ways to improve your products, or examine what your competition is doing. Tracking individual sales reps’ performance may also reveal if an employee isn’t a good fit for the job.
3. Maintain Accurate and Detailed Reporting
Successfully tracking the most accurate data on costs and margin is necessary to understand sales ROI.
It’s also vital to track leads — and save those leads so they’re accessible. “Sales reps come in and out,” Tierney says. At a previous company, he found stacks of papers with handwritten notes. “The company had thousands of leads, but there was no way to track those leads.” A CRM or other tool can help you organize data and use it. “You should be taking advantage of those leads because you paid for them,” he says.
Tierney says it’s also essential to share information with payroll, finance, and production teams, so sales reps are paid and projects are completed on time.
An Investment in Your Entire Business
Employing talented, productive sales representatives isn’t an option. It’s a necessity. The right sales team will fill the sales funnel, increase short-term and long-term revenue growth, and keep work flowing to your operations and services teams. A well-thought-out sales compensation plan is key to finding and building long-term relationships with people who can make it happen.
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Diabetes Ireland > Living with Diabetes > Your child and diabetes > Irish Childhood Diabetes National Register
Irish Childhood Diabetes National Register
The Irish Childhood Diabetes National Register established in 2008 is
a HIQA recognised National Data Collection and EURODIAB* participant.
Did you know there is a National Register for Children and Teens with Type 1 Diabetes? It is officially called the Irish Childhood Diabetes National Register, or ICDNR and has been in place since 2008.
Why is a Register important?
Diabetes Registries allow the monitoring of the frequency of diabetes in populations worldwide. This is important as it then allows tracking of this important condition to help us understand more about it and ultimately what causes diabetes. Monitoring has shown that Type 1 diabetes is becoming more common in children and adolescents in most countries. Monitoring of the occurrence of diabetes in populations also allows improved healthcare planning and appropriate resource allocation which ultimately results in enhanced patient care. Most countries have established registers of Type 1 diabetes for these reasons.
Limited data regarding Type 1 diabetes were available for Ireland prior to the development of the National Diabetes Register in 2008 with Ireland thought to have one of the lowest rates of diabetes in childhood and adolescence in Europe. However, the 1997 national incidence study conducted by the researchers from the University of Dublin, Trinity College Dublin and National Children’s Hospital demonstrated that Ireland had a high rate of diabetes, in the top 25% for Europe. (1) Ireland continues to have a very high incidence of T1D in children and adolescents aged under 15 years and continues in the top 25% worldwide. (2,3)
In 2009 a study revealed that the incidence of Type 1 diabetes is increasing in most populations in Europe at a rate of 0.6 – 9.3%. Not only were incidence rates predicted to continue to increase for the foreseeable future, children appeared to be developing diabetes at a younger age (4). A multicentre prospective study published in 2019 (online first in 2018) shows an average 3.4% increase every year in the incidence rate. According to the study findings this could mean a doubling of new cases of diabetes in Europe within the next 20 years approximately. Findings were based on an analysis of >84,000 children from 1989-2013 registered within 22 European countries. (5)
To monitor this important condition in the Irish population researchers from the University of Dublin, Trinity College Dublin established the Irish Childhood Diabetes National Register (ICDNR).
Since January 1st, 2008, all children/teenagers with newly diagnosed diabetes under the age of 15 years are offered the opportunity to join the ICDNR. To date the Register has been generously funded by the National Children’s Hospital Foundation and supported by Tallaght University Hospital.
Register Progress to date
The Register is making excellent progress. A massive amount of work, communication, and co-operation has been involved with the participation and backing of 20 Paediatric centres, Consultant and Diabetes Nursing Staff, Parents, and Children. Adult Endocrinologists are also contributing as part of a huge effort to ensure complete ascertainment of the under 15 population. The Register has tremendous potential to help people with Diabetes into the future. The Register provides anonymised data to the HSE to support its service planning for your diabetes care.
If you were under 15 years and were diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes after January 1st 2008 and were not offered to join the Register or you are not sure if you are registered – talk to your clinical team or email [email protected]
If you would like further information and/or forms, please click here to visit the Department of Paediatrics website at Trinity College Dublin.
A huge thank you to all Parents and Children diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes since 2008 who have registered with the ICDNR. Thank you also to all Health care providers working with the Register, the National Children’s Hospital Foundation, Trinity College, Dublin and the Diabetes Ireland.
1. Roche EF, Menon A, Gill D, Hoey HMCV. Incidence of type 1 Diabetes Mellitus in Children aged under 15 years in the Republic of Ireland. Journal of Paediatric Endocrinology and metabolism 15(8): 1191-4.
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Artisanal Diamond Divers in the Spotlight
Filmmaker Laurent Cartier follows the determined men who search Sierra Leone’s Sewa River for natural diamonds
Oct 7, 2020 3:52 AM By Sonia Esther Soltani
RAPAPORT... Fifty-year old John is a diamond diver in Sierra Leone, one of a few hundred or thousand such divers out of some 1.5 million artisanal miners worldwide. His work is arduous: Going 5 to 10 meters underwater without a mask, he relies on his teammates and his faith. Divers do not enter the river without a prayer to Allah — and the unshakable conviction that they will find something.
“You can work, you can fail. But the day you find, you’ll prosper. Sometimes you can be unlucky for one or two months, but one day, when you find a diamond, you’ll forget all that time that you failed,” John tells Dr. Laurent Cartier in the short film The Divers of Sewa.
The nine-minute documentary by Cartier — a sustainability expert, project manager at the Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF), and lecturer — captures this little-known way of looking for diamonds. As a student back in 2007, Cartier spent four weeks backpacking in Sierra Leone, where he encountered diamond divers for the first time. Although he wasn’t particularly interested in the gemstones then, he was intrigued by the mining process and has wanted to share the divers’ story ever since.
Plumbing the depths
Most of the artisanal mining in Sierra Leone takes place in the river beds, where those who sort through the gravel can work even during the rainy season. But the divers are limited to the dry season, which only lasts four to five months a year. However short their window of opportunity is, notes Cartier, “the big difference is that these divers actually have a chance every single day of finding something,” since the bottom of the river has deeper layers.
He insists he didn’t want to portray the miners he follows — John; Umaru, 47; Ibrahim, 33; Dauda, 35; and Mohamed, 18 — as aspiring overnight millionaires. During the rest of the year, they farm the land, viewing diamond diving as “a way to potentially get some money, feed their families and get their kids to go to school and have a better future.”
Far from romanticizing this unusual sourcing method, the filmmaker follows the men through all the rigorous labor it entails: Diving from the wooden boat that carries their team and the compressor they use to pump air, resurfacing with a bucket full of gravel from the bottom of the river, and later sifting through their haul. It takes expertise to recognize diamonds in the mixture.
The human story
What shines through in The Divers of Sewa is the pride they take in their challenging work. This doesn’t mean artisanal mining conditions can’t be improved, Cartier points out. But it’s a complex question that calls for a thoughtful approach and an understanding of the local conditions.
Key areas for improvement include access to financing (most miners do not have bank accounts), markets, information and education. “Geologists could go down and help them in finding more diamonds...rather than give them grants or charity,” suggests Cartier.
He sees his work as “a first step in re-humanizing this whole debate about ethics, which often is just about ethics and technology and standards.” He elaborates that “I’ve gone to a lot of these ethical conferences and seminars and so on. We talk about blockchain a lot, but there’s rarely the human story. I wish some of these divers or miners could come to the conferences in Europe or the US and talk.”
His aim, he says, was “to show people this film so that when we’re at conferences and we’re all white people talking about ethics and traceability, that we maybe don’t forget that it’s about people in the end. And it’s not just about feeling good and developing new standards and whatnot.”
The Divers of Sewa from Laurent Cartier on Vimeo.
The Divers of Sewa is available to watch at vimeo.com/444162165
This article was first published in the October issue of Rapaport Magazine.
Image: Diamond divers in Sewa, Sierra Leone. (Justin Badenhorst)
Tags: Dr. Laurent Cartier, Sierra Leone, Sonia Esther Soltani , SSEF, Swiss Gemmological Institute, The Divers of Sewa
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Nothing says Gluten Free Lipstick like some quality A/B Split Testing
by Customer Paradigm | May 15, 2012 | Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
What is A/B Split Testing? A/B testing is a scientific experience of web users behaviors based on changes of independent variables. These tests are performed to verify what may seem meaningless independent variables such as color, size, layout, location or even down to the font type to determine how users react to the changes differently.
Customer Paradigm is performing an A/B Split test for Red Apple Lipstick. In this case study, our goal is to determine which landing page yields more conversions, this particular scenario conversions is determined when users sign up to receive the newsletter. In this A/B test we have two variables, one is having a button instead of a small text and the other is adding relative content.
How can an A/B split testing be performed effectively? The best way to perform an A/B test is to face the process similar to a scientific experiment. First, you always have a control which is your base of comparison. For Red Apple Lipstick, our control was the landing page is below:
Notice, below the “Subscribe & Start Shopping” button there is a small text link that reads, “I don’t want to subscribe, I just want to see what you have.” Although our goal is to increase points of contact through users signing up for a newsletter, we also want to increase the overall click-through rate.
This is an alternative landing page with the small text “I don’t want to subscribe, I just want to see what you have” as a more visible button, we will call this version BUTTON. Through the BUTTON version, our goal is to increase conversions (newsletter sign-ups) while decreasing bounce rate from the landing page.
The second alternative landing page, features both a button for “I don’t want to subscribe, take me to your lipstick” in addition to a small content blog about the gluten free lipstick products. We will call this version BLOG:
Now to measure the A/B split test the alternative landing pages BUTTON and BLOG as well as the control page are active, when users click through ads unknowingly they are directed to one of these pages. In our test ideally we would like to wait until a total of 100 conversions are completed on each landing page. Since we cannot control traffic to our webpage, this turns into a waiting period until you reach the goal of 100 conversions. From the base point of 100 conversions we are able to draw conclusions and determine the performance due to the small changes in the independent variables.
For example, if we see that the BLOG landing page is able to increase newsletter sign ups through the change of more information we have increased our conversion rate. From here, we can apply this same theory to other pages that are performing poorly and add content to the site in hopes of increasing the conversion rate.
After 100 conversions on the BUTTON landing page, we see that there is a decrease in the conversion rate for newsletter sign-ups; we would want to change the button back into text. The final optimal landing page from our A/B test would be to have content on the page with no button.
If you are interested in performing an A/B split test to increase the conversions on your pages and work on your Search Engine Optimization please contact Customer Paradigm or call and talk to a real person at 303.473.4400.
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SO No. 875 Amendment to Special Order No. 72, Series of 2020 on the Designation of Ms. Lorna A. Villegas as Deputy Program Coordinator and Head Secretariat of the National Organic Agriculture Program Secretariat 28 December 2020
SO No. 872 Amendment to Special Order No. 241, Series of 2019 regarding the Creation of the Budget and Treasury Management System (BTMS) Project Implementation Team and Support Teams 10 December 2020
SO No. 871 Designation of Atty. Abraham P. Guiao as Officer-in-Charge, Director, Administrative Service, Department of Agriculture-Central Office 22 December 2020
SO No. 868 Designation of Mr. Usop D. Pendaliday, Jr., Training Center Superintendent II, as Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Mindanao Freshwater Fisheries Technology Center (Formerly Cabacan Fish Farm-Cotabato Province) 22 December 2020
SO No. 867 Designation of Mr. Nazario C. Briguera as OIC of NFARMC - Program Management Center 21 December 2020
SO No. 865 Creation of a Technical Working Group for the Review and Revision of General Memorandum Order (GMO) No. 01, Series of 2018 and GMO No. 03, Series of 2016 Re: Delegation of Authority and Related Issuances 21 December 2020
SO No. 863 Designation of Director Arnel V. De Mesa as Assistant Secretary - Designate for Operations 21 December 2020
SO No. 862 Designation of Ms. Vilma M. Dimaculangan as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Executive Director, DA- Regional Field Office IV A (OIC-RED, DA-RFO IV A) 21 December 2020
SO No. 861 Designation of Dr. Claro N. Mingala as Officer-in-Charge, Executive Director of the Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) 21 December 2020
SO No. 860 Designation of Ms. Avelita M. Rosales as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Technical Director for Research, DA-Regional Field Office IV A (OIC-RTD for Research, DA-RFO IV A) 21 December 2020
SO No. 855 Designation of Director Jane C. Bacayo as Executive Director of the Minimum Access Volume (MAV) 21 December 2020
SO No. 851 Designation of Dionisio G. Alvindia, Ph.D. as Officer-in-Charge, Director, Field Operations Service (OIC, DIR-FOS) 18 December 2020
SO No. 850 Designation of Executive Director Liza G. Battad as Executive Director of Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) 18 December 2020
SO No. 848 Creation of a Project Steering Committee (PSC) for the DA-FAO Project "Enhancing Farmers Information System for Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) in Agriculture (i-FaRM) TCP/PHI/ 3705" 16 December 2020
SO No. 846 Designation of Ms. Angelita D. Martir as Officer-in-Charge, Chief of Special Project Coordination and Management Assistance Division (SPCMAD) 16 December 2020
SO No. 844 Designation of Mr. Joell H. Lales as Officer-in-Charge , Assistant Director of the Bureau of Agriculture Research 16 December 2020
SO No. 839 Designation of Romulo N. Crucillo as Officer-in-Charge (OIC), Region IV, Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) 14 December 2020
SO No. 838 Creation of the Technical Working Group (TWG) of Center for Transboundary Animal Diseases (CenTrAD), A DA-BAI/CLSU-CVSM Joint Project 14 December 2020
SO No. 837 Creation of the Project Steering Committee (PSC) and Project Implementation Committee (PIC) for the Establishment of the Smart Greenhouse and Capacity Building in the Philippines 11 December 2020
SO No. 827 Authority to Conduct Procurement Assessment for CY 2020 and Finalization of the Project Procurement Management Plan (PPMP) for CY 2021 Workshop 11 December 2020
SO No. 823 Creation of Special Review Group (SRG) to Review Multilateral and Bilateral Offers of Assistance 07 December 2020
SO No. 820 Creation of Two Separate Bids and Awards Committee, Secretariat and Technical Working Group for One (1) Year 07 December 2020
SO No. 818 Creation of a Program Management Office for the Bayanihan to Recover as One Act 07 December 2020
SO No. 815 Creation of a Committee to Address the Issues and Concerns of the Agri-Fisheries Alliance (AFA) 01 December 2020
SO No. 799 Creation of the DA Committee and Sub-Committees for the Youth and Children 26 November 2020
SO No. 792 Designation of Director Vivencio R. Mamaril of the Bureau of Agricultural Research as the National Representative of the Asian Food and Agriculture Cooperation Initiative 16 November 2020
SO No. 791 Creation of DA-OSEC Special Investigation Unit "Isumbong Mo Kay Manong Willie", Its Composition, Function, and Relationship with other Compliant Platforms of the Department of Agriculture 24 November 2020
SO No. 789 Amendment of Special Order No. 751, Series of 2020 Entitled: "Designation of Francis Felimon V. Villamon as Officer-in-Charge (OIC), Region VI, Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA)" 23 November 2020
SO No. 783 Reconstitution of the Members of the Joint DA-IRRI Task Force on Scaling Rice Technologies and Designation of Project Leader, School-Ont-The-Air on Smart Rice Agriculture (SOA-SRA) 23 November 2020
SO No. 775 Designation of Engr. Leo C. Javier as Program Director of Expanded Inbred Rice Program 20 November 2020
SO No. 774 Designation of BAFS OIC-Director Myer G. Mula as Approving Officer of the Travel Orders of All BAFS Personnel 19 November 2020
SO No. 773 Designation of Regional Executive Director Arnel V. De Mesa as Assistant Secretary-Designate for Operations 19 November 2020
SO No. 772 Reassignment of Personnel of the National Plant Quarantine Services (NPQSD) of the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) 19 November 2020
SO No. 771 Designation of Atty. Maria Gemma J. Oquendo as Data Protection Officer (DPO) of the Department of Agriculture 18 November 2020
SO No. 769 2019 Rice Achievers Awards (RAA) Outstanding Provinces, Municipalities / Cities, Irrigators Associations (IAs), Small Water Irrigation System Associations (SWISAs), Agricultural Extension Workers (AEWs) and Local Farmers Technicians (LFTs) 10 November 2020
SO No. 767 Internal Structure of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) 17 November 2020
SO No. 764 Designation of Undersecretary Roldan G. Gorgonio as the Alternate Representative of the Department Secretary in the Task Force of National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) 16 November 2020
SO No. 763 Creation of the DA Committee and Sub-Committees for the Elderly and Differently-Abled Persons (DAP) of the DA-Central Office 16 November 2020
SO No. 757 Centralized Vehicle Dispatch Under the General Services Division 16 November 2020
SO No. 755 Amendment to Special Order No. 521 Series of 2020 (Cross-Posting of Foreign Agriculture Service Corps) 10 November 2020
SO No. 751 Designation of Francis Felimon V. Villamon as Officer-in-Charge (OIC), Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) 09 November 2020
SO No. 749 Detail and Designation of Junel B. Soriano, PhD. As Officer-In-Charge, Assistant Director of the Bureau of Soils and Water Management (BSWM) 09 November 2020
SO No. 748 Creation of the Cocoa of Excellence Program Technical Working Group, (TWG) 09 November 2020
SO No. 742 Designation of Director Alfeo G. Piloton as Regional Director of Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources-Regional Office XII 06 November 2020
SO No. 741 Designation of Director Raul C. Millana as Regional Director of Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Regional Office No. XI 06 November 2020
SO No. 740 Designation of Deputy Executive Director Annray V. Rivera of Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PHILFIDA) as Program Director for Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) 06 November 2020
SO No. 738 Designation of Assistant Director Rosana P. Mula PhD. As Program Director of the Kabataan sa Pagpapaunlad ng Agrikultura at Pangingisda Program (K-PAP) 05 November 2020
SO No. 737 Designation of Dr. Ruth S. Miclat-Sonaco as Director of the National Livestock Program (NLP) 05 November 2020
SO No. 736 Designation of Chief of Staff and Deputy chiefs of Staff, Office of the Secretary, Department of Agriculture 05 November 2020
SO No. 734 Amendment to Special Order Nos. 490, 401 and 387, Series of 2020 on the Composition of the National Technical Committee and the National Secretariat for the DA Accreditation of Civil Society Organization (CSO) 28 October 2020
SO No. 732 Designation of Ms. Julieta E. Opulencia as Officer-in-Charge, Deputy Executive Director or the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries 28 October 2020
SO No. 730 Reconstituting the Membership of the Department of Agriculture (DA) Dulugan Bayan Pursuant to Department Order No. 01, Series of 2019 27 October 2020
SO No. 729 Creation of the Special Bids and Awards Committee (SBAC), The Secretariat anf Technical Working Group 26 October 2020
SO No. 720 Designation of Executive Director Eric C. Divinagracia as Deputy Executive Director for Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) 22 October 2020
SO No. 719 Designation of Assistant Directors at the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) 22 October 2020
SO No. 716 Designation of OIC-Executive Director Liza G. Battad as Assistant Secretary-Designate for Regulations 20 October 2020
SO No. 715 Designation of Undersecretary Cheryl Marie Natividad-Caballero as Undersecretary for Agri-Industrialization and for Fisheries 20 October 2020
SO No. 712 Designation of Dr. Paul C. Limson as Officer-in-Charge, Assistant Director of the Bureau of Animal Industry 20 October 2020
SO No. 711 Designation of the Focal and Alternate Focal for the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Project Entitled "Livestock Emergency Preparedness and Response for Areas at High Risk of Volcanic Eruption" - OSRO/RAS/902/USA 20 October 2020
SO No. 709 Designation of Mr. Vener L. Dilig as the Officer-in-Charge of the Field Programs Coordination and Monitoring Division (FPCMD) Under the Field Operations Service (FOS) 20 October 2020
SO No. 707 Designation of Dr. Myer G. Mula as Officer in Charge, Director of the Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (BAFS) 20 October 2020
SO No. 699 Designation of Director Vivencio R. Mamaril, PhD. As Director of the Bureau of Agricultural Research 14 October 2020
SO No. 687 Composition of the Human Resource Merit Promotion and Selection Board (HRMPSB) of DA-Central Office 06 October 2020
SO No. 681 Designation of Dr. Juan D. Albaladejo as Officer-in-Charge, Director of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) 05 October 2020
SO No. 678 Creation of a Technical Working Group for the Updating and Revision of the National Agri-Fishery Mechanization Program 01 October 2020
SO No. 677 Designation of Dr. Claro N. Mingala as Officer-in-Charge, Executive Director of the Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) 01 October 2020
SO No. 674 Formation of a Technical Working Group to Support the Deployment of Golden Rice 30 September 2020
SO No. 673 Reconstitution of Department of Agriculture Review Committee on Rationalization Plan 30 September 2020
SO No. 671 Amendment to Special Order No. 113, Series of 2020, "Creation of Department of Agriculture (DA) Assets Management Task Force 30 September 2020
SO No. 663 Implementation of the Farmers and Fisherfolk Enterprise Development Information System (FFEDIS) Registration Designation of FFEDIS Encoders, Verifiers and Approves 21 September 2020
SO No. 662 Creation of a Central Project Management Office (CPMO) for the Preparation and Implementation of Solar-Powered Fertigation (SPF) Project 21 September 2020
SO No. 661 Designation of Engr Elmer T. Ferry, Ph.D. As Regional Technical Director for Operations of DA Regional Field Office IV-B (MIMAROPA) 21 September 2020
SO No. 660 Reassignment of Director Clint D. Hassan as Director of Consumer Affairs for Mindanao 21 September 2020
SO No. 659 Creation of the Steering Committee and Sub-Committees for the Celebration of the World Food Day (WFD) 2020 21 September 2020
SO No. 654 Reconstitution and Renaming of the Office of the DA Spokesperson and Media Affairs Into the Office for Strategic Communications and Department Spokesperson 16 September 2020
SO No. 649 Designation of Dr. Jose Eduardo G. David as Officer-in-Charge, Chief of the National Veterinary Quarantine Services Division of the Bureau of Animal Industry 14 September 2020
SO No. 643 Designation of Jonar I. Yago, PhD. As Special Adviser in Crop Protection 4 September 2020
SO No. 632 Designation of Undersecretary Rodolfo V. Vicerra as DA Focal Person for MECO-TECO Bilateral Cooperation 3 September 2020
SO No. 631 Designation of Ms. Julieta E. Opulencia as Officer-in-Charge, Deputy Executive Director of the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries 3 September 2020
SO No. 625 Designation of Ms. Jessman B. Aranas as Officer-in-Charge, Chief, Personnel Division 28 August 2020
SO No. 624 Designation of Ms. Erlinda F. Manipon as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Technical Director for Operations, DA-Regional Field Office No. I (OIC,RTD for Operations, DA-FRO-I) 1 September 2020
SO No. 623 Reassignment and Designation of Director Nestor D. Domenden as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Executive Director, DA-Regional Field Office I (OIC, RED, DA-RFO I) 1 September 2020
SO No. 622 Creation of a Regional Project Management Office (RPMO) for the Preparation and Implementation of Solar-Powered Fertigation (SPF) Project 28 August 2020
SO No. 621 Renewal of the Reassignment of Director Ricardo M. Oñate, Jr. from DA-Regional Field Office No. IX to the DA-Regional Field Office No. XI 28 August 2020
SO No. 620 Reassignment of Dr. Carla Rae S. Ganado as Veterinarian II to the Office Undersecretary for Regulations and Infrastructure 28 August 2020
SO No. 618 Amending Special Order No. 801 Series of 2019: Creation of Secretary's Technical Advisory Group (TAG) 28 August 2020
SO No. 616 Reassignment of Director Lucrecio R Alviar, Jr. from DA-FRO No. I to DA-Central Office 28 August 2020
SO No. 614 Designation of Mr. Norberto T. Berida, Training Center Superintendent II, as Officer-in-Charge (OIC), Office of the Regional Director, BFAR Regional Office No. VIII-Tacloban City 27 August 2020
SO No. 613 Reassignment and Designation of Mr. Juan D. Albaladejo, Director II to BFAR-Central Office 27 August 2020
SO No. 611 Designation of Dr. Lorna P. Vilbar as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Technical Director for Research and Regulations, DA-Regional Field Office No. XII (OIC, RTD for Research and regulations, DA-RFO XII) 26 August 2020
SO No. 607 Creation of the Bids and Awards Committee, its Secretariat and Technical Working Group for One (1) Year 17 August 2020
SO No. 606 Reassignment of Mr. Dakila F. Padua as Special Technical Assistant to the Secretary, Office of the Secretary 24 August 2020
SO No. 605 Reassignment and Designation of Department of Agriculture (DA) Personnel to the Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP), Amending Special Order No. 1103 (Dated October 26, 2017) and Special Order No. 219 (Dated February 14, 2020) 24 August 2020
SO No. 603 Designation of Erlinda F. Manipon as OIC-Regional Executive Director of RFO I 20 August 2020
SO No. 596 Recall of Nicandro M. Navia, Jr., Director III, as Regional Technical Director for Research, Regulations, and Integrated Laboratory Division of DA-CARAGA 17 August 2020
SO No. 594 Designation of Ms. Jeselyn B. Santos as Officer-in-Charge, Chief, Records Division 17 August 2020
SO No. 591 Designation of Undersecretary Evelyn G. Lavina and Executive Director Jocelyn Alma R. Badiola as the Respective Official Representatives of the Department of Agriculture in the Technical Advisory Committee, and of the DA-Agricultural Credit Policy Council in the Management or Board Level Committee on Agricultural Loan Guarantee, of the PhilGuarantee 14 August 2020
SO No. 589 Designation of Assistant Secretary William C. Medrano as Undersecretary-designate for Livestock 14 August 2020
SO No. 585 Designation of Undersecretary Waldo R. Carpio as Focal Person for Activities Concerning the People with Disabilities (PWD's), Senior Citizen (SC's), Youth, and Children 12 August 2020
SO No. 580 Reassignment of Director Carlene C. Collado from the DA-Central Office to the DA-Regional Field Office No.X 11 August 2020
SO No. 578 Designation of Assistant Secretary Federico E. Laciste Jr. As Assistant Secretary for the DA-Wide Field Inspectorate and Chief Implementer, Agriculture Dialogue and Information Network Groups (ADING) 11 August 2020
SO No. 576 Designation of Assistant Director Romirose B. Padin as Officer-in-Charge, Deputy Executive Director for Pesticide, Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) 10 August 2020
SO No. 567 Designation of Mr. Clint D. Hassan as Director for Price Monitoring 03 August 2020
SO No. 561 Designation of Assistant Director Datu Ombra Sinsuat, Jr. as Regional Technical Director for Operations and Extension, DA-Regional Field Office No. XII (RTD, DA-RFO XII) 03 August 2020
SO No. 560 Guidelines for the Allocation of Volume to Registered Importers under FAO 259 15 July 2020
SO No. 557 Recall of Mr. Xerxees R. Remorozo to the ICT Planning and Standards Division (ICTPSD) 15 July 2020
SO No. 556 Creation of DA Committee on Cooperation to Activate Resilient Employees (DA-CARE) 29 May 2020
SO No. 553 Reconstitution of the DA Inventory Committee 09 July 2020
SO No. 549 Designation of Usec. Zamzamin L. Ampatuan as Senior Official-in-Charge of Biosafety, Biosecurity, and Biosurveillance Sustainment and Institutionalization and Asec. William C. Medrano as Chair of the Project Steering Committee of the Biosafety and Biosecurity (BSS) Project 07 July 2020
SO No. 548 Designation of Director Vivencio R. Mamaril as the Data Privacy Officer of the Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards 07 July 2020
SO No. 546 Amendment to Special Order No. 792 series of 2019 on the Creation of the National Committee for Family Farming for the United Nations Decade of Family Farming (UNDFF) 2019-2028, and Designation of the Agriculture Training Institute as Lead Agency 03 July 2020
SO No. 545 Designation of Mr. Junibert E. de Sagun as Buildings and Grounds Administrator 06 July 2020
SO No. 542 Designation of Dr. Florence D. Silvano as Project Director - Agricultural Commodity Examination Area Special Priority Project under the Department of Agriculture - Office of the Undersecretary for Regulations 07 July 2020
SO No. 541 Designation of Dr. Jose Eduardo G. David as Officer-in-Charge, Division Chief of the National Veterinary Quarantine Services Division of the Bureau of Animal Industry 07 July 2020
SO No. 537 Designation of. Ms. Darlene R. Abainza as Assistant Division Chief, Systems and Application Development Division (SADD) 03 July 2020
SO No. 536 Designation of Dr. Gina P. Nilo as National Focal Person for the Implementation and Mainstreaming of Adaptive Sustainable Land Management in the DA Programs and Projects and the Implementation of the Global Environment Facility 6th Cycle 03 July 2020
SO No. 534 Designation of Engr. Jocelyn O. Mogado as Officer-in-Charge, Chief, Systems and Application Development Division (SADD) 03 July 2020
SO No. 533 Reassignment of Mr. Camilo A. Andi, Jr. to the Office of the Undersecretary for Regulations 01 July 2020
SO No. 532 Designation of Director Carlene C. Collado as Regional Executive Director, DA-Regional Field Office X (RED, DA-RFO X) 03 July 2020
SO No. 531 Designation of Mr. Honorio C. Flameño as Officer-in-Charge, Director, Information and Communications Technology Service 03 July 2020
SO No. 527 Designation of Director Lorenzo M. Caranguian as National Program Director for Fall Armyworm (National Program Director for FAW) and Secretariat, DA Crisis Management Team for Fall Armyworm (Secretariat, DA-CMT for FAW) 01 July 2020
SO No. 520 Additional Assignment of Atty. Jamil Adrian Khalil L. Matalam 26 June 2020
SO No. 519 Creation of the Secretary of Agriculture's Group of Experts (SAGE) 29 June 2020
SO No. 516 Creation of a Technical Working Group for the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) 23 June 2020
SO No. 514 Designation of Director Sammy A. Malvas as Regional Director of Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources - Regional Field Office No. IV-A 22 June 2020
SO No. 513 Designation of Dr. Hannibal M. Chavez as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Director of Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources - National Capital Region (NCR) 22 June 2020
SO No. 512 Designation of Mr. Alfeo G. Piloton as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Director of Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources - Regional Office XI (OIC-RD, BFAR-RO XI) 22 June 2020
SO No. 509 Strict Timeline for the Submission of Contracts and Supporting Documents 22 June 2020
SO No. 504 Amendment to Special Order 412, series of 2020 re: Creating the Committees to Work for the Establishment of the Philippine Animal Industry Management Information System 16 June 2020
SO No. 503 Designation of Dr. Jocelyn Salvador as Assistant Administrator of the Minimum Access Volume (MAV) 16 June 2020
SO No. 499 Designation of Dr. Liza G. Battad as Acting Executive Director, Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries by Virtue of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on Secondment 01 June 2020
SO No. 492 Reconstitution of the Technical Barrier to Trade Focal Group (TBTFG) 08 June 2020
SO No. 491 Authority for Emergency Purchase of Goods, Services, and Other Related Expenditures in Support to Animal Health Biosecurity Programs for African Swine Fever 08 June 2020
SO No. 490 Amendment to Special Order No. 401, series of 2020 on the Revised Composition of the National Technical Committee and Secretariat for the Accreditation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) 08 June 2020
SO No. 489 Amendment to Special Order No. 134, series of 2020 re: NCI-SRD Procedural Manual Writeshop (Initial Drafting), June 23-26, 2020, Baguio City 05 June 2020
SO No. 488 Amendment to Special Order No. 141, series of 2020 re: NCI-SRD Procedural Manual Writeshop (Final Drafting), August 11-14, 2020, Negros Occidental 05 June 2020
SO No. 487 Amendment to Special Order No. 309, series of 2020 re: Resource Speakers and Facilitators for the National Convergence Initiative for Sustainable Rural Development (NCI-SRD) Policy Development Writeshop, April 21-24, 2020, Clark, Pampanga 08 June 2020
SO No. 486 Amendment to Special Order No. 146, series of 2020 re: NCI-SRD Procedural Manual Writeshop (Finalization), October 21-23, 2020, Rizal 08 June 2020
SO No. 485 Amendment to Special Order No. 47, series of 2020 re: Authority to Conduct NCI-SRD Policy Development Writeshop, April 21-24, 2020, Clark, Pampanga 08 June 2020
SO No. 484 Supplemental to Special Order No. 23, series of 2020 re: Authority to Conduct a Planning Workshop of the Legal Service to be held in Cordillera Administrative Region on February 26-28, 2020 11 February 2020
SO No. 481 Designation of Ms. Cathy B. Pastor as Officer-in-Charge, Chief of Research Division, Department of Agriculture-Regional Field Office No. 1 19 May 2020
SO No. 474 Designation of DA Permanent Alternate Representative and Technical Representative to the Commission on Population Board of Commissioners (POPCOM BoC) 04 June 2020
SO No. 473 DA-RFO XIII Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 472 DA-RFO XII Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 471 DA-RFO XI Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 470 DA-RFO X Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 469 DA-RFO IX Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Offcers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 468 DA-RFO VIII Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 467 DA-RFO VII Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 466 DA-RFO VI Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 465 DA-RFO V Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 464 DA-RFO IV-B Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 463 DA-RFO IV-A Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 462 DA-RFO III Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 461 DA-RFO II Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 460 DA-RFO I Employyes designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 459 DA-RFO CAR Employees designated as Inspectors and Supply Officers for the Inspection and Acceptance of Delivered Fertilizers under the Rice Resiliency Project 02 June 2020
SO No. 447 Designation of Undersecretary Zamzamin L. Ampatuan as Oversight Official on the Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran ng Kababayang Katutubo Program (4K Program) and Mindanao Inclusive Agriculture Development Project (MIADP) 19 May 2020
SO No. 446 Amendment to Special Order No. 708, Series of 2019 19 May 2020
SO No. 437 Creation of Special Review Team (SRT) on the Procurement and Distribution of Fertilizers Under the Rice Resiliency Program 19 May 2020
SO No. 436 Designation of Director Alicia G. Ilaga as Director of the DA-Balik Probinsya, Bagong Pag-Asa Program 13 May 2020
SO No. 435 Assignment of Ms. Daechel Dara A. Granada to the Office of the Secretary 12 May 2020
SO No. 434 Designation of Oscar O. Parawan, DVM as Senior Technical Adviser for the National Convergence Initiative for Sustainable Rural Development (NCI-SRD) 11 May 2020
SO No. 433 Additional Members of the Bantay Presyo Task Force, Price Monitoring Unit, Price Enforcement Unit and Bantay Presyo Advisory Committee 08 May 2020
SO No. 432 Creation of Steering Committee and Sub-Committees for the Observance of the Farmer's and Fisherfolk's Month in May 2020 and 122nd Anniversary of the Department of Agriculture 06 May 2020
SO No. 431 Designation of DA Representatives to the National Task Force Against COVID-19 National Incident Command-Emergency Operations Center (NTF-NIC-EOC) 06 May 2020
SO No. 430 Designating Additional Members of the Bantay Presyo Task Force, Price Monitoring Unit, Price Enforcement Unit and Bantay Presyo Advisory Committee 06 May 2020
SO No. 429 Designation of Mr. Dennis R. Arpia as Officer-in-CHarge, Regional Technical Director for Operations of Region IV-A (CALABARZON) 05 May 2020
SO No. 428 Designation of Director Alicia G. Ilaga as Director-Coordinator of Convergence and DA-Balik Probinsya Program 05 May 2020
SO No. 423 Designation of Ms. Annalyn L. Lopez as Director - Coordinator of DA-Biotechnology Program Office (Director-Coordinator, DA-BPO) 30 April 2020
SO No. 421 Designation of Ms. Annalyn L. Lopez as Director-Coordinator of DA-Biotechnology Program Office (Director-Coordinator, DA-BPO) 29 April 2020
SO No. 420 Designation of Agriculture Development Cluster Officers (ADCO) 28 April 2020
SO No. 419 Designation of Leocadio S. Sebastian, Ph.D. as Special Adviser on Food Security and Agricultural Innovations 24 April 2020
SO No. 417 Designation of Atty. Armando R. Crobalde, Jr., OIC-Director, Legal Service as Alternative Representative to the Energy Virtual One-Stop Shop (EVOSS) Steering Committee 27 April 2020
SO No. 413 Amendment to DA Special Order No. 357, series of 2019 re: Creation of the National Technical Search Committee (NTSC) of the National Organic Agriculture Achievers' Awards (NOAAA) 23 April 2020
SO No. 412 Creating the Committees to Work for the Establishment of the Philippine Animal Industry Management Information System 22 April 2020
SO No. 411 Designation of Ms. Adamar A. Estrada as Officer-in-Charge, Chief of Special Projects Coordination and Management Assistance Division (SPCMAD) 22 April 2020
SO No. 410 Designation of Mr. Noel O. Reyes as Head of Office for Strategic Communications and Spokesperson of the Department of Agriculture 22 April 2020
SO No. 409 Addendum to Special Order No. 358, series of 2020 entitled: Designation of Mr. U-Nichols A. Manalo as Officer-in-Charge, Program Director of High Value Crops Program (HVCP) 22 April 2020
SO No. 407 Supplement to Administrative Order (AO) No. 12, series of 2020 on Revised COVID-19 Guidelines on Service Continuity and Precautionary Measures in the Workplace 22 April 2020
SO No. 406 Designation of Leocadio S. Sebastian, Ph.D. as Special Adviser on Food Systems and Agricultural Innovations 21 April 2020
SO No. 405 Composition of the Adjudication Unit of the Bantay Presyo Task Force and its Functions 21 April 2020
SO No. 403 Amendment to Special Order No. 1162 Dated Dec. 27 2019 to Effect Changes and/or Inclusion of DA Regular Personnel to the DA-PRDP National Project Coordination Office (NPCO) 16 April 2020
SO No. 398 Cancellation of Authority to Undertake the First (1st) Quarter On-line Submission of the FY 2020 Financial Accountability Report (FARs) through the Unified Reporting System (URS) to the Department of Budget and Management Scheduled on April 13-17, 2020 at the ATI - Rural Development Education Center (RDEC) Hall 13 April 2020
SO No. 397 Amendment to Special Order No. 380, series of 2020 on the Designation of Mr. Alfeo G. Piloton as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Director, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Regional Office No. XI 16 April 2020
SO No. 396 Designation of Leocadio S. Sebastian, Ph.D. as Special Adviser on Agricultural Innovations 14 April 2020
SO No. 395 Authority for the Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (BAFS) to Maintain a Skeletal Workforce for the Duration of the Enhanced Community Quarantine 15 April 2020
SO No. 394 Reassignment of Alvin Paul J. Dirain to the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Livestock 15 April 2020
SO No. 393 Creating the Inter-Agency Livestock Data Analytics Group (LDAG) 14 April 2020
SO No. 391 Designation of Assistant Director Lucia A. Campomanes as Assistant Program Director of Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran ng Kababayang Katutubo Program (4Ks) of the Department of Agriculture 13 April 2020
SO No. 390 Designation of Atty. Benito V. Dangazo as Lead Legal Officer on Inventory, Assessment, and Resolution of Cases involving Real Properties Owned by the Department of Agriculture and its Units 13 April 2020
SO No. 389 Designation of Atty. Armando R. Crobalde, Jr. as Officer-in-Charge, Director, Legal Service, Department of Agriculture - Central Office 13 April 2020
SO No. 388 Composition of the Secretariat of Bantay Presyo Task Force and its Functions 08 April 2020
SO No. 387 Revised Composition of the National Technical Committee and Secretariat for the Accreditation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to be Engaged by the DA as Partners in the Implementation of DA Programs and Projects 08 April 2020
SO No. 386 Creation of a Technical Working Group to Draft Proposed Issuances Relevant to the Importation of Rice 07 April 2020
SO No. 384 Designation of Dionisio G. Alvindia, Ph.D. as Program Management Director of the Rice Resiliency Program (RRP) 07 April 2020
SO No. 380 Designation of Mr. Alfeo G. Piloton as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Director, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Regional Office No. XI 06 April 2020
SO No. 379 Designation of Director Vivencio R. Mamaril, Ph.D. as Director-Coordinator of the DA-Biotechnology Program Office (Director-Coordinator, DA-BPO) 07 April 2020
SO No. 377 Designation of Mr. U-Nichols A. Manalo as Executive Director of the Minimum Access Volume (MAV) 03 April 2020
SO No. 375 Designation of Rice Farmer Financial Assistance Regional Focal Person 02 April 2020
SO No. 374 Amendment in the Increase of the Monthly Incentive / Allowance of Local Farmer Technicians (LFTs) 02 April 2020
SO No. 370 Designation of Assistant Secretary Lerey A. Panes as Assistant Secretary for Special Affairs 27 March 2020
SO No. 364 Creation of Technical Working Group on the Harmonization of Terms and Streamlining of Procedures in Granting Authorization and Recognition to Businesses under the Regulatory Jurisdiction of DA 26 March 2020
SO No. 363 Designation of Regional Technical Director Lorenzo M. Caranguian as the DA Technical Action Officer for NAPC Basic Sector Councils 26 March 2020
SO No. 360 Designation of Undersecretary Zamzamin L. Ampatuan as DA Secretary Representative for Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) 27 March 2020
SO No. 359 Creating a Bantay Presyo Task Force, its Operating Units, and Bantay Presyo Advisory Committee in Compliance with Memorandum Circular No. 77 and the "Price Act" 30 March 2020
SO No. 358 Designation of Mr. U-Nichols A. Manalo as Officer-in-Charge, Program Director of High Value Crops Program (HVCP) 26 March 2020
SO No. 357 Amendment to Special Order No. 342, series of 2020 on the Skeletal Force at the Office of the Secretary 26 March 2020
SO No. 352 Creation of Steering Committee and Sub-Committees for the Celebration of the 122nd Anniversary of the Department of Agriculture 18 March 2020
SO No. 347 Designation of Roberto R. Bonoan, Ph.D. as Officer-in-Charge, Administrator of National Tobacco Administration 20 March 2020
SO No. 346 Creation of Service Continuity Planning and Management Team of the Department of Agriculture 19 March 2020
SO No. 344 Supplemental to Special Order No. 165, series of 2020 re: Authority to Conduct the Workshop on the Preparation of the Project Procurement Management Plan (PPMP) for CY 2021 16 March 2020
SO No. 335 Creation of the COVID-19 Food Resiliency Task Force 16 March 2020
SO No. 327 Reassignment of Assistant Secretary Lerey A. Panes to the Office of the Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs 11 March 2020
SO No. 325 Designation of Mr. Milo D. Delos Reyes as Program DIrector for Crop Diversification 12 March 2020
SO No. 323 Designation of Director Agnes Catherine T. Miranda as Assistant Secretary-designate for Planning and Project Development 11 March 2020
SO No. 322 Designation of Ms. Ma. Lorna P. Jamora as Officer-in-Charge of the Administrative and Finance Division of DA-RFO XI 11 March 2020
SO No. 306 Designation of Investment Programming Focal Person/s for the Department of Agriculture 09 March 2020
SO No. 302 Amendments to Special Order No. 1155, series of 2019 re: Composition of the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement for Security and Trade Office (CREST-O) and the Two Groups under CREST-O 09 March 2020
SO No. 295 Designation of Mr. Renato G. Remanes, Supervising Agriculturist, as Officer-in-Charge, Agribusiness Industry Support Division, Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (AISD-AMAS) 28 February 2020
SO No. 293 Designation of Ms. Rowena S. Genete as Deputy Director of the Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (AMAS) and Ms. Luzviminda F. Tolentino as OIC-Chief of the Agribusiness Promotion Division, AMAS 28 February 2020
SO No. 287 Terms of Reference of Assistant Secretary Hansel O. Didulo as Assistant Secretary for the Visayas 04 March 2020
SO No. 285 Designation of Ms. Rosario Segundina P. Gaerlan as Officer-in-Charge, Regional Director, BFAR-Regional Fishery Office I (OIC, Regional Director, BFAR-RFO I) 04 March 2020
SO No. 272 Amendment to Special Order No. 269, series of 2020 re: Designation of Mr. Hannibal M. Chavez as Officer-in-Charge of BFAR - National Capital Region (BFAR-NCR) 02 March 2020
SO No. 245 Designation of Ms. Adamar A. Estrada as Officer-in-Charge of the Special Projects Coordination and Management Assistance Division (SPCMAD) from March 13 to June 14, 2020 24 February 2020
SO No. 243 Creation of Livestock Program Executive Committee 21 February 2020
SO No. 233 Reassignment of Director Edel M. Dondonilla to Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA0 Regional Office I 14 February 2020
SO No. 200 Designation of Ms. Farlash D. Pancho as Officer-in-Charge, Standards Development Division, Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards 11 February 2020
SO No. 195 Reassignment of Executive Director Sarah G. Cayona to the Office of the Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs 11 February 2020
SO No. 192 Reassignment of Assistant Secretary Enrico P. Garzon, Jr. to the Office of the Undersecretary for Operations 11 February 2020
SO No. 191 Designation of Ms. Rebecca R. Atega, Development Management Officer V, as Officer-in-Charge - Regional Technical Director for Operations, DA-CARAGA 31 January 2020
SO No. 190 Reassignment of Deputy Executive Director John D. Pagaduan to the Office of the Undersecretary for Regulations 07 February 2020
SO No. 187 Authority to Conduct the SAAD National IT Assessment and Action Planning Workshop FY 2020 07 February 2020
SO No. 180 Recall of Mr. Lamberto B. Dela Cruz, Jr. to National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS) 07 February 2020
SO No. 179 Recall of Mr. Junibert E. De Sagun to General Services Division 07 February 2020
SO No. 178 Authority to Hold the Department of Agriculture Employees Association - Office of the Secretary (DAEA-OSEC) General Assembly (GA) and Conduct the Election of New Set of Officers on February 21, 2020 04 February 2020
SO No. 169 Designation of Mr. Ramon C. Yedra as National Agribusiness Program Director and Officer-in-Charge, Director, Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (AMAS) 06 February 2020
SO No. 164 Reconstitution of the DA-Central Office Committee on Program to Institutionalize Meritocracy and Excellence Resource Management (PRIME HRM) Initiatives and Programs 20 January 2020
SO No. 163 Designation of Mr. Eric C. Divinagracia as Deputy Executive Director for Fertilizer and Pesticide 03 February 2020
SO No. 158 Recall of Mr. Camilo A. Andi, Jr. to his Mother Unit, Information and Communications Technology Service (ICTS) 03 February 2020
SO No. 156 Authority to Conduct the Workshop on the Preparation of the Project Procurement Management Plan (PPMP) for CY 2021 03 February 2020
SO No. 152 Amendment to Special Order No. 85 series of 2020 re: Authority to Conduct and Participate in the Department of Agriculture - Information and Communications Technology Service (DA-ICTS) CY 2020 Mid-Year and Year-End Performance Review and Assessment Planning Workshops 31 January 2020
SO No. 147 NCI-SRD Secretariat FY 2020 Year-End Assessment and FY 2022 Operational Planning Workshop, December 8-11, 2020, Rizal 30 January 2020
SO No. 142 NCI-SRD FY 2020 Year-End Assessment and FY 2022 Operational Planning Workshop, November 17-20, 2020, Leyte 30 January 2020
SO No. 141 NCI-SRD Procedural Manual Workshop (Final Drafting), August 11-14, 2020, Negros Occidental 30 January 2020
SO No. 139 Convergence Area Development Plan (CADP) Workshop for Mag-Asawang Tubig River Basin, May 19-22, 2020, Oriental Mindoro 28 January 2020
SO No. 135 Authority to Conduct the Jalaur Watershed Convergence Area Launching and Presentation of Convergence Area Development Plan (CADP) to the Stakeholders, September 22-24, 2020, Iloilo 29 January 2020
SO No. 133 Authority to Conduct the Siocon-Lituban Watershed Convergence Area Launching and Presentation of Convergence Area Development Plan (CADP) to the Stakeholders, September 15-17, 2020, Siocon, Zamboanga del Sur 29 January 2020
SO No. 132 Authority to Conduct the Tayak Adventure Nature and Wildlife (TANAW) de Rizel Convergence Area Launching and Presentation of Convergence Area Development Plan (CADP) to the Stakeholders, June 9-11, 2020, Laguna 29 January 2020
SO No. 131 Knowledge Management Component Working Group (KM CWG) FY 2020 Year-End Assessment and FY 2022 Operational Planning Workshop and RBME of Pili Watershed Convergence Area, November 10-13, 2020, Sorsogon 29 January 2020
SO No. 129 Series of Workshops and Activities for the Department of Agriculture's FY 2021 Plan and Budget Proposal (PBP) Preparation, FY 2021 Budget Execution Document (BED) Preparation, and Kick-off Activities for the FY 2022 PBP Preparation 29 January 2020
SO No. 128 NCI-SRD Management Information System (MIS) Orientation, June 16 to 18, 2020, Pangasinan 29 January 2020
SO No. 125 Amendment to Special Order No. 18 series of 2020 re: Authority to Conduct the Roll-Out Workshop on the Use of Special Projects Web-Based M&E System 29 January 2020
SO No. 121 Authority to Conduct the Department of Agriculture's ICT Subject Matter Experts Exchange (SMEE) - Information Technology Round for Agriculture and Fisheries Communications Thrusts (INTERACT) Workshops for CY 2020 29 January 2020
SO No. 118 Designation of Undersecretary Rodolfo V. Vicerra as Senior Official for the APEC Policy Partnership on Food Security and Assistant Secretary-designate Noel A. Padre as Alternate 28 January 2020
SO No. 113 Creation of Department of Agriculture (DA) Assets Management Task Force 28 January 2020
SO No. 112 Creation of Department of Agriculture Review Committee on Rationalization Plan 28 January 2020
SO No. 111 Composition of the DA Central Office Committee on International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Certification Activities and Programs 20 January 2020
SO No. 110 Designation of Officer-in-Charge in the Department of Agriculture 27 January 2020
SO No. 106 Designation of Teodoro Almodiel Bacolod, Jr., Director II, as Regional Director, DA-Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Regional Office X (DA-BFAR, RO-X) 27 January 2020
SO No. 105 Authority to Conduct the Abuyog, Leyte Convergence Area Launching and Presentation of Convergence Area Development Plan (CADP) to the Stakeholders, April 14-16, 2020, Leyte 24 January 2020
SO No. 97 Authority to Claim Monthly Communication Allowance for Information and Communications Technology Service (ICTS) Section Chiefs, Technical Staff and Liaison Officers 23 January 2020
SO No. 94 NCI-SRD FY 2020 Mid-Year Assessment and FY 2021 Operational Planning Workshop, July 14-17, 2020, Bukidnon 23 January 2020
SO No. 88 Designation of Mr. Noel D. De Luna as Special Adviser on International Concerns 22 January 2020
SO No. 87 Designation of Mr. Dennis B. Araullo as Special Adviser on International Cooperation and Trade for Fisheries 22 January 2020
SO No. 85 Authority to Conduct and Participate in the Department of Agriculture - Information and Communications Technology Service (DA-ICTS) CY 2020 Mid-Year and Year-End Performance Review and Assessment Planning Workshops 21 January 2020
SO No. 76 Authority to Conduct / Attend the Organizational Planning and Assessment Workshop on February 18-21, 2020 10 January 2020
SO No. 73 Supplemental to Special Order No. 1062 series of 2019 re: Authority to Conduct Series of Events by the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) through Procurement Division 20 January 2020
SO No. 72 Designation of Ms. Lorna A. Villegas as Deputy Program Coordinator and Head of the National Organic Agriculture Program (NOAP) Secretariat 20 January 2020
SO No. 67 Designation of Director Camad Acas Edres as Deputy Chief for Farm-to-Market Road Development Program (FMRDP) 17 January 2020
SO No. 65 Designation of Atty. Roland A. Tulay as Officer-in-Charge, Director, Administrative Service 17 January 2020
SO No. 63 Designation of NCI-SRD National Focal Person, Deputy National Focal Person, and National Head Secretariat 16 January 2020
SO No. 57 Reassignment of Deputy Executive Director John D. Pagaduan of Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) to the Office of the Secretary 16 January 2020
SO No. 56 Designation of Ms. Elgie L. Namia as Officer-in-Charge, Deputy Executive Director, Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) 16 January 2020
SO No. 36 Designation of Milo De Los Reyes as Program Director of Farm Consolidation, Clustering, and Collectivization Program 14 January 2020
SO No. 34 Designation of Undersecretary Zamzamin L. Ampatuan as the National Organic Agriculture Board Alternate Chairperson 14 January 2020
SO No. 29 Designation of Dr. Edgar M. Madrid as Regional Technical Director for Research and Regulations, DA-Regional Field Office No. V (RTD for Research and Regulations, DA-RFO V) 10 January 2020
SO No. 28 Designation of Ms. Luz R. Marcelino as Regional Technical Director for Operations, DA-Regional Field Office No. V (RTD for Operations, DA-RFO V) 10 January 2020
SO No. 21 Special Assignment of Mr. Ralph Alan Ceniza under the National Rice Program (NRP) to Assist in Updating the Philippine Rice Industry Roadmap (PRIR) and in Implementing the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) and NRP Activities 07 January 2020
SO No. 18 Authority to Conduct the Roll-Out Workshop on the Use of Special Projects Web-Based M&E System 07 January 2020
SO No. 16 Amendment to Special Order No. 01, series of 2019 re: Designation of Director Alicia G. Ilaga as Director-Coordinator, DA Systems-Wide Climate Change Office (Director-Coordinator, DA-SWCCO) 07 January 2020
SO No. 15 Designation of Mr. Alexander G. Arizabal, Jr. as General Manager of Human Settlements Development Corporation (HSDC) 07 January 2020
SO No. 14 Designation of Mr. Dennis H. Palabrica as Officer-in-Charge - Executive Director, Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI) 07 January 2020
SO No. 12 Designation of Dr. Liza G. Battad as Officer-in-Charge - Executive Director, Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) 07 January 2020
SO No. 11 Reassignment of Executive Director Sarah G. Cayona to the Office of the Secretary 07 January 2020
SO No. 10 Amendment to Special Order No. 04 series of 2020 Correcting the Name of Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs from Eduardo S. Gonzales to Ernesto S. Gonzales 07 January 2020
SO No. 09 Designation of Director Bernadette F. San Juan as National Program Coordinator, National Organic Agriculture Program (NOAP) 06 January 2020
SO No. 08 Designation of Mr. Junibert E. De Sagun as Officer-in-Charge - Director, Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (AMAS) 06 January 2020
SO No. 07 Designation of Atty. Francisco M. Villano, Jr. as Assistant Secretary for Finance 06 January 2020
SO No. 06 Designation of Mr. Roldan G. Gorgonio as Undersecretary for Administration and Finance 06 January 2020
SO No. 05 Recall of Janet D. Garcia to the International Affairs Division 02 January 2020
SO No. 04 Amendment to Special order No. 1149 series of 2019 on the Designation of Undersecretary Eduardo S. Gonzales as Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs 02 January 2020
SO No. 03 Recall of U-Nichols A. Manalo to Special Projects Coordination and Management Assistance Division (SPCMAD) 02 January 2020
SO No. 02 Reassignment of Mr. Rodolfo L. Galang to the Office of the Undersecretary for Regulations 02 January 2020
SO No. 01 Designation of Director Alicia G. Ilaga as Director-Coordinator of DA System-Wide Climate Change Officer (Director-Coordinator, DA-SWCCO) 02 January 2020
SO No. 1163 Designation of Director Rodel P. Tornilla as Regional Executive Director, DA-Regional Field Office V (RED, DA-RFO V) 27 December 2019
SO No. 1162 Reconstitution of the Philippine Rural Development Project - National Project Coordination Office (PRDP-NPCO) 27 December 2019
SO No. 1161 Authority to Conduct the Mt. Balatucan Cluster Convergence Area Launching and Presentation of Convergence Area Development Plan (CADP) to the Stakeholders, March 25-27, 2020, Misamis Oriental 05 December 2019
SO No. 1155 Composition of the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement for Security and Trade Office (CREST-O) and the Two Groups under CREST-O 20 December 2019
SO No. 1154 Designation of Director Angel C. Enriquez as Regional Executive Director, DA-Regional Field Office No. VIII (RED, DA-RFO VIII) 18 December 2019
SO No. 1153 Recall of Mr. Milo D. Delos Reyes to his Mother Unit, DA-Regional Field Office IV-A 20 December 2019
SO No. 1151 Authority to Sign Official Documents for Mr. Alexander G. Arizabal, Jr. 19 December 2019
SO No. 1150 Designation of Mr. Rad Donn L. Cedeño, Director IV, as Regional Executive Diretor, DA-Regional Field Office IX (RED, DA-RFO IX) 19 December 2019
SO No. 1149 Amendment to Special Orders Nos. 1107 and 1122, series of 2019 entitled: Designation of Undersecretary Ernesto S. Gonzales as Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs and Terms of Reference of the Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs 18 December 2019
SO No. 1140 Designation of Mr. Zamzamin L. Ampatuan as Undersecretary for Regulations 18 December 2019
SO No. 1139 Designation of Dr. William C. Medrano as Administrator of the Minimum Access Volume (MAV) 18 December 2019
SO No. 1138 Designation of Director Camad Acas Edres as Director of Administrative Service 17 December 2019
SO No. 1122 Terms of Reference of the Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs 04 December 2019
SO No. 1118 Monthly Communication Allowance for All DA-Central Office Officials and Authorized Personnel 10 December 2019
SO No. 1112 Authority to Attend to the Awarding Ceremony of the CY 2019 DA Search for Outstanding Rural Women / "Gawad Parangal sa Katangi-tanging Kababaihan sa Pagsasaka at Pangisdaan sa Kanayunan" on December 16, 2019 10 December 2019
SO No. 1110 Authority to Undertake the 4th Quarter On-Line Submission of the FY 2019 Financial Accountability Reports (FARs) through the Unified Reporting System (URS) to the Department of Budget and Management 10 December 2019
SO No. 1107 Designation of Undersecretary Ernesto S. Gonzales as Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs 10 December 2019
SO No. 1096 Assignment of Personnel to Agri-Enterprise Registry and Information Division (AERID) and Focal Persons for the Farmers and Fisherfolk Enterprise Development Information System (FFEDIS) 09 December 2019
SO No. 1084 Authority to Attend and Participate in the Nationwide Cascading of Harmonized Planning and Budgeting System 04 December 2019
SO No. 1079 Designation of Gina P. Nilo, Ph.D. as National Focal Person of Soil Laboratories in the Department of Agriculture 28 November 2019
SO No. 1078 Designation of DA Representatives to the National Single Window (NSW) Steering Committee 05 December 2019
SO No. 1076 Authority to Attend and Participate in the Cascading of Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization Plan (AFMP) 2019-2023 04 December 2019
SO No. 1074 Reassignment of Ms. Ma. Rizalin B. Berdulaga to the Office of the Secretary (OSEC) 05 December 2019
SO No. 1068 Amendment to Special order No. 935 series of 2019 re: Authority to Conduct Series of Events by the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) through the Procurement Division 02 December 2019
SO No. 1062 Amendment to Special Order No. 935 series of 2019 re: Authority to Conduct Series of Events by the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) through the Procurement Division 29 November 2019
SO No. 1034 Authority to Conduct the Gender and Development (GAD) Year-End Assessment Workshop 11 October 2019
SO No. 1031 Authority to Conduct the Orientation / Workshop on Price Monitoring and Open Data Kit System on November 20-22, 2019 (Batch 1) and November 27-29, 2019 (Batch 2) in Metro Manila 15 November 2019
SO No. 1019 Designation of Sonia M. Salguero as Officer-in-Charge - Director, Bureau of Soils and Water Management 18 November 2019
SO No. 1018 Amendment to Special Order No. 65, series of 2019 re: Authority to Conduct and Attend the FY 2019 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Quarter Assessments of the High Value Crops Development Program 15 November 2019
SO No. 1013 Designation of Officer-in-Charge in the Department of Agriculture 15 November 2019
SO No. 1005 Guidelines on the Implementation of Fisheries Administrative Order No. 259 (FAO 259) in relation to the Issuance of SPS Import Clearances for the Importation of Frozen Fish and Fishery / Aquatic Products for Wet Markets 12 November 2019
SO No. 998 Designation of Ms. Jacqueline M. Romualdez, Chemist IV, as Acting Chief, Pesticide Regulations Division (PRD) of the Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority (FPA) 11 November 2019
SO No. 993 Designation of Officer-in-Charge of the Project Development Service during the Official Travel of OIC-Director Fernando D. Flores 07 November 2019
SO No. 992 Designation of Engr. Jocelyn O. Mogado as Officer-in-Charge - Chief, ICT Planning and Standards Division 07 November 2019
SO No. 991 Designation of Assistant Secretary Lerey A. Panes as Alternate Representative to the National Intelligence Board (NIB) 07 November 2019
SO No. 948 Designation of Dr. Lorenzo M. Caranguian as Minimum Access Volume Executive Director 04 November 2019
SO No. 936 Designation of Chief Negotiator for All Fisheries Issues in the World Trade Organization (WTO) 28 October 2019
SO No. 935 Authority to Conduct Series of Events by the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) through the Procurement Division 31 October 2019
SO No. 930 Designation of Agnes Catherine T. Miranda as Special Adviser to the Secretary on Planning and Project Development 29 October 2019
SO No. 926 Assignment of Mr. John Dante D. Cortes to the Information and Communications Technology Service (ICTS) 30 October 2019
SO No. 916 Designation of Mr. Rodolfo V. Vicerra as Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Undersecretary for Policy and Planning 22 October 2019
SO No. 915 Detail and Designation of Myer G. Mula, Ph.D. as Special Adviser for Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) Research and Seed Systems 24 October 2019
SO No. 911 Designation of Alexander G. Arizabal, Jr. as Head Executive Assistant 22 October 2019
SO No. 909 Detail and Designation of Myer G. Mula, Ph.D. as Program Director of the National Program Management Office, Special Area for Agricultural Development (Program Director, NPMO, SAAD) 18 October 2019
SO No. 906 Designation of Director Clint D. Hassan as Program Director of DA-Halal Program 17 October 2019
SO No. 905 Designation of Robert L. Domoguen as Executive Assistant, Office of the Cabinet Officer for Regional Development and Security - Cordillera Administrative Region (CORDS-CAR) 17 October 2019
SO No. 900 Designation of Ms. Amparo C. Ampil as Officer-in-Charge, Office of the Director for the Policy Research Service 02 October 2019
SO No. 898 Authority to Attend and Participate in the COnduct of the FY 2019 3rd Quarter Assessment of the National Rice and Corn Programs 03 October 2019
SO No. 896 Designation of Focal Action Officers for Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) 15 October 2019
SO No. 895 Designation of Dr. Ronnie D. Domingo as Officer-in-Charge - Director, Bureau of Animal Industry (OIC-Director, BAI) 15 October 2019
SO No. 887 Authority to Conduct the DA-GAD Focal Point System Meeting and Training Workshop on October 15-17, 2019 11 October 2019
SO No. 883 Designation of Dionisio G. Alvindia, Ph.D. as Director-Coordinator of DA-Biotechnology Program Office (Director-Coordinator, DA-BPO) 11 October 2019
SO No. 882 Designation of Focal Persons for Hotline 8888 11 October 2019
SO No. 881 Designation of Jovita M. Datuin, Ph.D. as Officer-in-Charge - Regional Technical Director for Research and Regulations, DA-Regional Field Office I (OIC-RTD for Research and Regulations, DA-RFO I) 11 October 2019
SO No. 880 Amendment to Special Order No. 741, dated 6 September 2019 re: Designation of Dr. Liza G. Battad as Special Assistant to the Secretary for PCAF Matters 11 October 2019
SO No. 874 Detail and Designation of Rosana P. Mula, Ph.D. as Officer-in-Charge - Assistant Director of the Agricultural Training Institute (OIC-Assistant Director, ATI) 09 October 2019
SO No. 873 Designation of Officer-in-Charge in the Department of Agriculture 07 October 2019
SO No. 870 Designation of Mr. Dominador A. Marquez, Agricultural Center Chief II, DA-RFO VI as OIC-Chief, Field Operations Division, DA-RFO VI 06 August 2019
SO No. 868 Authority to Participate in the Million Volunteer Run 5 on December 8, 2019 24 September 2019
SO No. 866 Designation of Mr. Jose I.C. Laquian as Officer-in-Charge, International Affairs Division (IAD) 02 October 2019
SO No. 863 Authority to Conduct / Attend the 2019 DA-SWCCO Year-End Assessment Workshop on November 26-29, 2019 01 October 2019
SO No. 862 Creation of Task Force to Facilitate Assistance relative to the Drop of Palay Farmgate Price 27 August 2019
SO No. 854 Amendment to Special Order No. 788, series of 2019 dated September 20, 2019 01 October 2019
SO No. 849 Reassignment of Assistant Secretary Enrico P. Garzon, Jr. to the Office of the Secretary 30 September 2019
SO No. 848 Designation of Ms. Gregoria B. Santos as Head of the (Interim) Agri-Enterprise Registry and Information Division 12 September 2019
SO No. 847 Creation of the Technical Working Group (TWG) for the Formulation of the Food Production Strategy under the National Food Consumption Quantification Study (NFCQS) 01 October 2019
SO No. 843 Designation of Officer-in-Charge in the Department of Agriculture 23 September 2019
SO No. 840 Authority to Attend the Workshop on Contingency Planning for the West Valley Fault Earthquake or "The Big One" 22 August 2019
SO No. 824 Designation of Ms. Amparo C. Ampil as Officer-in-Charge, Office of the Director for the Policy Research Service 15 August 2019
SO No. 816 Designation of Atty. Joan Q. Jagonos-Oliva as Officer-in-Charge - Director, Internal Audit Service (OIC-Director, IAS) 26 September 2019
SO No. 815 Designation of Roel Rosales as Officer-in-Charge - Administrator, Philippine Coconut Authority (OIC-Administrator, PCA) 26 September 2019
SO No. 808 Designation of Mr. Shandy M. Hubilla, Director III, as the OIC-National Deputy Project Director of the Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP) 25 September 2019
SO No. 807 Designation of Dr. William C. Medrano as Assistant Secretary for Livestock 25 September 2019
SO No. 804 Detail and Designation of Dr. Claro N. Mingala to the Bureau of Animal Industry as Officer-in-Charge - Assistant Director 25 September 2019
SO No. 803 Designation of Undersecretary Ernesto S. Gonzales as OIC-Undersecretary for Special Concerns on September 20 to October 1, 2019 16 September 2019
SO No. 801 Creation of the Secretary's Technical Advisory Group (TAG) 24 September 2019
SO No. 800 Designation of Ms. Rosalina L. Bistoyong as Adviser to the Secretary on Crisis Management 24 September 2019
SO No. 799 Designation of Vicente L. Domingo as Adviser on Farm Consolidation 24 September 2019
SO No. 797 Authority to Conduct and Participate in the Budget and Treasury Management System (BTMS) End Users' Training 05 September 2019
SO No. 796 Designation of Dr. Frisco M. Malabanan as Adviser for Hybrid Rice Program 24 September 2019
SO No. 795 Designation of Mr. Xerxees R. Remorozo as Officer-in-Charge - Director, Information and Communications Technology Service (ICTS) 24 September 2019
SO No. 794 Reassignment of Dionisio G. Alvindia, Ph.D. to the Office of the Secretary 24 September 2019
SO No. 793 Designation of Atty. Armando R. Crobalde, Jr. as Special Assistant to the Secretary 23 September 2019
SO No. 792 Creation of the National Committee for Family Farming for the United Nations Decade of Family Farming 2019-2028, and Designation of the Agricultural Training Institute as Lead Agency 23 August 2019
SO No. 789 Recall of Director John D. Pagaduan to the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) 20 September 2019
SO No. 788 Amendment to Special Order No. 782 series of 2019 re: Designation of Director Angel C. Enriquez as Officer-in-Charge - Director of the Financial and Management Service, Department of Agriculture - Central Office (FMS, DA-CO) 20 September 2019
SO No. 784 Authority to Attend the Seminar on Social Media for Development 17 September 2019
SO No. 783 Designation of Undersecretary Ernesto Santiago Gonzales as Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs 17 September 2019
SO No. 782 Designation of Director Angel C. Enriquez as Officer-in-Charge - Director of the Financial and Management Service, Department of Agriculture Central Office (FMS, DA-CO) 17 September 2019
SO No. 780 Designation of John C. De Leon, Ph.D., as Acting Executive Director of the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) 13 September 2019
SO No. 779 Designation of Ms. Henrietta Sinsuat Lidasan as Adviser on Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Affairs 13 September 2019
SO No. 776 Authority to Conduct and Participate in the Budget and Treasury Management System (BTMS) Power Users' Training 13 August 2019
SO No. 773 Authority to Conduct and Participate in the Halal Budget and Planning Workshop for FY 2021 Central Luzon, Region III 20 August 2019
SO No. 762 Designation of OIC - Division Chiefs at the Bureau of Agricultural and Fisheries Engineering (BAFE) 12 September 2019
SO No. 761 Designation of Engr. Christopher V. Morales as Program Director, Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund Seed Component (Program Director, RCEF-SC) 12 September 2019
SO No. 759 Reassignment of Mr. Dakila F. Padua as Special Technical Assistant and Close-In of the Secretary, Office of the Secretary 07 August 2019
SO No. 758 Authority to Sign the Joint Research Agreement with the Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI) 08 August 2019
SO No. 756 Designation of Director Elmer T. Ferry as Regional Technical Director for Operations of Regional Field Office IV-MIMAROPA 12 September 2019
SO No. 755 Designation of Dr. John C. De Leon as Special Assistant to the Secretary on Rice Program 12 September 2019
SO No. 753 Designation of Director Sailila E. Abdula as Assistant Secretary for BARMM 12 September 2019
SO No. 752 Designation of Ms. Cheryl Marie Natividad-Caballero as Undersecretary 12 September 2019
SO No. 751 Designation of Nicomedes P. Eleazar, Ph.D. as Assistant Secretary for Special Affairs 10 September 2019
SO No. 750 Designation of Mr. Fernando D. Flores as Officer-in-Charge - Director, Project Development Service (PDS) 10 September 2019
SO No. 748 Designation of Mr. Abner T. Montecalvo as Officer-in-Charge of the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) 10 September 2019
SO No. 742 Designation of Mr. Junibert E. De Sagun as Deputy Director of the Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (AMAS) 09 August 2019
SO No. 741 Designation of Dr. Liza G. Battad as Special Assistant to the Secretary for PCAF Matters 06 September 2019
SO No. 739 Reassignment of Director Ricardo M. Oñate, Jr. from DA-Regional Field Office No. IX to the DA-Regional Field Office No. XI 30 August 2019
SO No. 738 Designation of Director Nicomedes P. Eleazar of the Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR), as concurrent Acting Director, Project Development Service (PDS) 30 August 2019
SO No. 737 Designation of Atty. Beata Humilda O. Obsioma as Officer-in-Charge - Executive Director of the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS) 30 August 2019
SO No. 736 Designation of Ms. Jessamin B. Aranas as Officer-in-Charge - Chief, Personnel Division 29 August 2019
SO No. 735 Reassignment of Engr. Elmer T. Ferry, Director III, to the Department of Agriculture - Regional Field Office-MIMAROPA 30 August 2019
SO No. 726 Designation of the following Budget Personnel as Authorized Signatories for / or in the Absence of the Division Chief 08 August 2019
SO No. 722 Designation of Ms. Vilma M. Dimaculangan as Officer-in-Charge - Regional Technical Director for Research and Regulations of DA-Region IV-A (CALABARZON) 30 August 2019
SO No. 720 Designation of Ms. Lourdes B. Plechas as Officer-in-Charge - Chief, Records Division 28 August 2019
SO No. 718 Designation of Undersecretary Francisco M. Villano, Jr. as OIC-Undersecretary for Special Concerns on August 27 - September 12, 2019 20 August 2019
SO No. 710 Designation of Officer-in-Charge, Office of the Executive Director, National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS) 21 August 2019
SO No. 708 Reconstitution of the Bids and Awards Committee, its Secretariat, and the Technical Working Group at the Department of Agriculture Central Office 15 August 2019
SO No. 707 Designation of Undersecretary Waldo R. Carpio as Undersecretary for Special Concerns 15 August 2019
SO No. 700 Recall of Atty. Melinda D. Deyto to the Procurement Division; and Atty. Michael S. Andayog to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 09 August 2019
SO No. 697 Designation of Ms. Cheryl Marie Natividad-Caballero as Chief-of-Staff in the Office of the Secretary 09 August 2019
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CHIPS Articles: IWTC Monterey Provides Sailors with Recreation Under Shelter in Place
IWTC Monterey Provides Sailors with Recreation Under Shelter in Place
By Information Warfare Training Command Monterey - May 28, 2020
MONTEREY, Calif. – Information Warfare Training Command (IWTC) Monterey Sailors may be stuck on base as Monterey County continues to shelter in place, but IWTC Monterey and the Presidio of Monterey have been busy arranging activities throughout the month of May to keep them busy and provide some socially-distanced fun.
Monterey County, home to the Presidio of Monterey, IWTC Monterey, and the Defense Language Institute (DLI), has been under a shelter in place order since March 17. With the base following the county’s lead, and in some cases, implementing more stringent restrictions from the Department of Defense, most Sailors and other service members residing on the Presidio have largely remained on base. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, most on-base gathering and recreation areas have also been temporarily closed. This has left base residents, most of whom are students at the DLI with little to do for recreation. To ease the boredom, leaders have been coming forward to organize various events aimed at increasing morale while maintaining social distancing.
The Presidio’s Better Opportunities for Single Servicemembers (BOSS) program held the first event in late April, a virtual talent show. Military members, families, and civilian staff from various organizations throughout the base recorded their talents and submitted the videos for voting. An IWTC Monterey Sailor won second place overall with her rendition of “Anchors Aweigh” on the trombone.
On May 9, Navy Yeoman 1st Class David Lee organized and hosted a command-wide video game tournament. Staff and students, from their homes or barracks rooms, were organized into teams and competed in League of Legends while many more Sailors watched the live streams and cheered for their chosen teams. The N34 division team took the victory in this first tournament. More are scheduled in the coming weeks.
“I’m absolutely terrible at these games,” said Chief Cryptologic Technician (Interpretive) Amos Hoover. “So I thought this would be a fun way to keep some students occupied and give them something to laugh about, if only for a little while.”
On May 15, DLI students eager for some entertainment during the COVID-19 shelter-in-place requirement, took it upon themselves to organize a drive-in movie theater in front of the Aiso Library. About half a dozen students picked a movie, worked with Morale, Welfare and Recreation and the installation audio-visual department to set up this event for their peers.
“We decided to ask the (Air Force) Chaplain for support and (now) we do this every Friday,” said Army Specialist Noa Voight. “We have free snacks, like beverages and free popcorn, and a different organization sponsors us every week.”
Both the Presidio and IWTC Monterey held facemask contests. The IWTC Monterey contest was organized by Senior Chief Cryptologic Technician (Interpretive) Virginia Soto, and included several competitive categories like best Navy-themed and most creative handmade mask.
“This was a good outlet for those with a creative streak to make something,” said Chief Cryptologic Technician (Interpretive) Brian Burrows. “It was also a good opportunity for the Sailors to meet the skipper and bring a little bit of positivity in this weird time.”
On May 18, Chief Cryptologic Technician (Interpretive) Demian Ford launched the IWTC Monterey virtual running club. The group grew to more than 30 members in the first week. The participants are given monthly challenges and track their runs on a popular running mobile application. Winners of each monthly challenge will receive a coin from the IWTC Monterey Commanding Officer Capt. Michael Salehi. Within the first week of the club’s existence, members ran a cumulative total of 446.3 miles. On Memorial Day, Seaman Elizabeth Carpenter logged a 4.34-mile run “in memory of those who lost their lives fighting for our country,” and “in memory of Senior Chief Kent.”
“We can all be part of the problem or solution,” said Salehi. “Life often deals us an unfavorable hand of cards, but it takes true, deck-plate leadership to seek creative opportunities to keep our young Sailors inspired, motivated, and engaged to push through adversity. I’m proud of my staff leadership for seeking these morale-building events for our young Sailors, and perpetuating a culture of optimism throughout the ranks during these difficult times.”
IWTC Monterey, as part of the Center for Information Warfare Training (CIWT), provides a continuum of foreign language training to Navy personnel, which prepares them to conduct information warfare across the full spectrum of military operations.
With four schoolhouse commands, two detachments, and training sites throughout the United States and Japan, CIWT trains over 20,000 students every year, delivering trained information warfare professionals to the Navy and joint services. CIWT also offers more than 200 courses for cryptologic technicians, intelligence specialists, information systems technicians, electronics technicians, and officers in the information warfare community.
For more about Information Warfare Training Command Monterey, visit https://www.public.navy.mil/netc/centers/ciwt/IWTCmonterey/Default.asx and http://www.monterey.army.mil/Service_Units/IWTC_Monterey.html, or find them on Facebook.
For news from the Center for Information Warfare Training domain, visit www.navy.mil/local/cid/, www.netc.navy.mil/centers/ciwt/, www.facebook.com/NavyCIWT, or www.twitter.com/NavyCIWT.
TAGS: InfoSharing, KM, Workforce
MONTEREY, Calif. (May 18, 2020) A Sailor (center) attached to Information Warfare Command (IWTC) Monterey, poses for a group photo with Capt. Michael Salehi (right), IWTC Monterey commanding officer and Chief Warrant Officer 4 Paula Keefe. The Sailor was one of the winners of IWTC Monterey’s facemask competition. IWTC Monterey, as part of the Center for Information Warfare Training (CIWT), provides a continuum of foreign language training to Navy personnel, which prepares them to conduct information warfare across the full spectrum of military operations. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)
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Lenovo's new Titanium Yoga laptop will feature Sensel's force-sensing tech
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An all-around great product that's among the best in its category. You'll almost certainly be happy.
The Engadget Score is a unique ranking of products based on extensive independent research and analysis by our expert editorial and research teams. The Global Score is arrived at only after curating hundreds, sometimes thousands of weighted data points (such as critic and user reviews).
Apple iPad review (10.2-inch, 2019): Bigger, slightly better, still great
It's bigger and has great software, but it's no faster than before.
Critic 10 Reviews
Users 1 Reviews
Form factor Tablet
Operating system IOS
Screen size 10.2in
Storage type Internal storage
Camera (integrated) Yes
Maximum battery life Up to 10hr
Apple is dead set on making sure there's an iPad for everyone. Want something fast and future proof? Try an iPad Pro. Prefer a smaller device? There's the updated iPad mini. Need a spacious screen and excellent performance without paying Pro prices? The iPad Air is probably for you. And now with the $329 iPad 10.2 (or the 2019 iPad or whatever you want to call it), Apple is making sure people who just need the essentials are getting them. Again.
Chiefly, it offers a solid screen, great software and the sort of good battery life we've come to expect from Apple. With that said, the new iPad isn't a massive improvement over the model it replaces, and that's OK. When you consider how few companies are making good tablets, the 2019 iPad gets enough right that it's still the best reasonably priced tablet out there right now.
Engadget Score
Uninspiring
Slightly bigger screen
The same good battery life
Older processor
Smart Connector still feels limited
Base model only has 32GB of storage
Apple’s new entry-level iPad packs a new, bigger screen and a magnetic Smart Connector. It’s no faster than the model it replaces, which sometimes feels limiting, but its blend of improved software, long battery life and a great app ecosystem still mean it’s the best tablet you can buy for under $500.
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A big redesign
Last year's entry-level iPad was a great tablet for the time, but it left me with a few items on my wishlist. Apple has had some version of a 9.7-inch iPad since Steve Jobs revealed the original nearly a decade ago, so I thought it would be nice to see the company mix up its design a bit. I also thought one of Apple's magnetic Smart Connector ports would be a helpful addition. After all, students (especially young ones) use iPads quite a bit, and they'd certainly benefit from some clever accessories.
So what did Apple do when it was time to build this new iPad? Well, it redesigned it and gave it a Smart Connector. Apple basically gave us the iPad I wanted last year, this year.
The most obvious change here is the new, 10.2-inch Retina display: It's half an inch bigger than the screen in older models, but honestly, the extra screen space doesn't feel that valuable. Yes, you have slightly more room for your movies, and avid Pencil users will probably appreciate having extra screen real estate for their notes and sketches. Still, unless you happen to have last year's model sitting right next to it, you'd probably be hard-pressed to tell the difference. It's fine.
Thankfully, it's still a pretty nice screen for the price: The colors are vivid, and Apple has bumped up the brightness slightly, making it a little easier to use outdoors. Unfortunately, this screen isn't laminated, so there's a bit of dead space between the Retina panel and the glass that protects it. That's hardly a dealbreaker -- the same is true of Apple's other cheap iPads -- but there's no denying that laminated displays in devices like the $500 iPad Air just look better.
That bigger screen obviously means a bigger enclosure too. This year's standard-issue iPad is almost exactly the same size as the iPad Air, except it's a hair thicker. Don't worry: The change in weight compared to earlier models is negligible, which means the new iPad is still comfortable to hold onto for long periods of time. (Say, when you're reading or binging Succession in bed.)
Beyond making everything a little bigger, the rest of the standard iPad features remain. You'll still use a Lightning cable to change instead of USB-C, and since there's no Face ID here, you'll rely on a fingerprint sensor in the home button to unlock your iPad. Oh, and thankfully, there's still a headphone jack here.
The only real exception is the new Smart Connector I mentioned earlier. Apple introduced it in 2015 as a way to magnetically attach accessories to the original iPad Pro, and since then, the connector has been slowly working its way down into more reasonably priced tablets like the iPad Air. That means for the first time, you can snap one of Apple's $160 Smart Keyboards onto the cheap iPad. Despite the hate it tends to get, I had no trouble bashing out my review on it. It's not an ideal keyboard -- its keys aren't backlit and the short travel will feel weird for some people -- but the fact that it doubles as a screen cover makes it more valuable than a Bluetooth keyboard.
I'm glad the Smart Connector is here; I'm less glad that few companies have bothered to do anything with it. Apple has that keyboard case. Logitech has a charging base and a handful of slim connector keyboards complete with backlit keys, and... well, that's about it. Maybe now that the Smart Connector is available on nearly every new iPad, its ecosystem of accessories will start to blossom. Until then, there's a decent chance you're never actually going to use this thing.
I have to say, I wish the iPad came with more storage. For $329 you get you a tablet with 32GB of space, which might be perfectly manageable if your music library lives in services like Spotify and if you mostly stream your movies instead of downloading them. But let's say you're buying into Apple's new vision of itself as a services company and want to download a bunch of Apple Arcade games or save a few episodes of a TV show for a flight. That's when extra storage would come in handy. Now that the iPhone 7 has been discontinued, you can't buy a new phone with less than 64GB of space. In 2019, that should apply to iPads too.
One might assume that since Apple added a bunch of new things to its entry-level iPad, a slightly newer processor would be among them. Nope! Just like last year's model, the 2019 iPad uses the A10 Bionic, a chipset that first appeared in the iPhone 7 three years ago. That's not to say Apple didn't change anything here: Geekbench reports that the new iPad has 3GB of RAM compared to 2GB in the earlier model. Apple probably added that extra system memory to help the iPad keep up with all the new features and changes added in iPadOS. Keep in mind, though, that even the iPad mini still runs faster than this one does.
Frankly, I would've preferred a snappier processor to a marginally bigger screen, and I was initially concerned about how this iPad would deal with some of iPadOS's improved multitasking tools. (For a closer look at what that big update brings, be sure to check out our full review here.) In any case, the level of performance here never felt lacking.
Yes, I occasionally noticed some stuttering when jumping between apps, and it doesn't always handle iPadOS's animations as smoothly as I would like. Still, the A10 chip has been enough to handle multitasking surprisingly well most of the time, whether you're running multiple apps side by side in Split View or thumbing through apps running in tiny Slide Over windows. It's not always the smoothest experience, but it all feels pretty appropriate considering the price.
There's even enough power here for a bit of light gaming too: Capcom's Shinsekai: Into the Depths ran beautifully, though some graphically flashier games were more prone to the occasional visual hiccup. While playing the arcade shooter Redout: Space Assault, for instance, I'd sometimes spot the action locking up momentarily before resuming as normal. Ditto for exploring the locked-down museum in The Bradwell Conspiracy. That's a little disappointing, especially now that Apple Arcade is here and you can wirelessly connect Xbox and PS4 controllers to iOS devices, but in general, most games will run well enough for you or the kids.
Apple Pencil users might also notice a slight improvement in how smoothly they're able to draw or take down notes. Thanks to some under-the-hood improvements in iPadOS, the gap from the moment you start writing to when the strokes begin to appear on-screen has been in cut in half, making Pencil use feel a bit smoother. Then again, if you're the kind of person who really cares about a proper Pencil experience, it might be worth saving up for the iPad Air instead: It has a slightly bigger, laminated screen that feels nicer to write on.
If nothing else, battery life lives up to Apple's 10-hour claims: I spent most of the weekend binging old movies and TV shows on the iPad, and I found that it generally ran for closer to 11 hours on a charge. When it came to typical daily use, I could usually count on the iPad to stick around for close to three days before needing a trip to a power outlet.
While I'm personally a little bummed that Apple didn't use a more modern chipset, the overall performance feels sufficient for most people. There's enough headroom to make work and play pretty comfortable, and since this is the kind of tablet that'll probably be used by kids and adults for web browsing and media playback, I don't have much to complain about.
It's a fact of the industry that tablets aren't as big a deal as they used to be, but there are handful of alternatives to consider. Samsung's Galaxy Tab S5e is probably the 2019 iPad's closest competitor, and it packs a beautiful, 10-inch Super AMOLED screen and a midrange Snapdragon 670 chipset and runs Android Pie. Samsung gets points for using a punchier display here, not to mention embracing a more modern design with smaller bezels. Still, considering its $400 price and the relatively disappointing state of Android tablet apps, it's not as easy to recommend as the iPad.
Amazon also has a new 10-inch tablet of its own, but it's not exactly fair to compare it to the iPad. The Fire HD 10 costs $149 and has low-end specs to match. If you have the money to spend, the iPad is the more capable option.
Strangely, the iPad's biggest competition this year is... a handful of other iPads. If you were considering picking up a 128GB model, that will set you back $429. At that point, though, you're faced with another question: If you're going to spend that much, should you spring for a 128GB iPad or a 64GB iPad Air? Long story short, if you feel like you need a little extra oomph, a little more horsepower, the Air is the safer choice -- unless you're into the idea of a more portable tablet, in which case the new, more powerful iPad mini might be the way to go.
iPad fans in particular are spoiled for choice at the moment, and I'm never going to complain about having more options. That said, picking out an iPad -- a device you're probably going to use for at least a couple of years -- isn't as straightforward as it used to be. The lines dividing these tablets are getting blurrier, and honestly, anyone who needs more than the essentials might be better off saving up for the Air.
The 2019 iPad packs a bigger screen and some new flourishes, but at its core, it's still a device focused on delivering the basics. That's not a bad thing though: Anyone who needs a solid tablet for streaming, some light gaming and maybe a bit of work will find a lot to like here. Ditto for parents considering giving their kids a capable tablet for homework and play. I don't agree with every decision Apple made here, but the overall formula is still strong enough that the 2019 iPad is a solid buy for shoppers on a budget, especially if you haven't invested in a new tablet in years.
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The dynamics of respiratory science: towards 4D research
Peter Sterk: the scientist’s perspective
Peter Sterk: I am sure I am not the only one experiencing episodic excitement in science. We are not just robots, shifting protocols and papers, based on entirely predictable grants, experiments and data. Science is not a stable machine. Politicians tend to believe that and are expecting predictable scientific outcomes based on pre-defined (financial) input. They cannot appreciate or even envisage the scientific arena as an unstable field by definition, in which the unexpected is the grace! Scientists need to get inspired by colleagues, experimental failure, a bit of success and particularly the unexpected. To put it scientifically: politicians are trying to govern the world linearly, whereas scientists are accepting the world as being essentially non-linear. Hence, let us embrace the dynamics of our field, our minds, our hypotheses and our output.
The secret of science: homeokinesis
The scientific arena more or less resembles ‘life’ itself. They are both highly complex, not well understood, a real joy, and… extremely vital! Hence, let us for a moment postulate that the secret of science can be derived from the secret of life. Here we enter solid grounds that were prepared by no less than Erwin Schrödinger himself. Yes, the Nobelist on quantum mechanics! Physicists have always been ahead of biologists and have been living comfortably with uncertainties during the past 100 years.
Just for a change, Schrödinger wrote a monograph in 1944 called: “What is life?” that can be downloaded online. Be aware, DNA had still to be discovered at that time. He describes life as a self-organising, open system, which is non-linear, fluctuating and occasionally emergent. Late Peter Macklem, the big respiratory physiologist and frequent contributor to the ERS Congresses, framed the term homeokinesis as opposed to homeostasis, in order to describe the essence of a living organism. Compare this with our scientific world: self-organising, open, non-linear, kinetic, fluctuating and emergent. There are worse analogies….
Signal or noise?
How about the dynamics and fluctuations in our body during health and disease, for instance in symptoms, lung function, cellular composition, behavior and molecular networks? At the ERS Congress in Amsterdam this was elegantly addressed and presented by Edgar Delgado-Eckert and Delphine Girard from the group of Urs Frey in Basel, also in collaboration with Sven-Erik Dahlen from the BioAir consortium. A refreshing view on disease! It appears from their preliminary data that clustering asthma (and also COPD) based on the fluctuations of lung function provides new and relevant phenotypes of disease. And remarkably, even fluctuation-based clustering of symptoms enables categorizing patients. This is right on! It uses the basic principles of life and translates this to the dynamics of diseased organisms.
Dynamics of biology?
Now it is emerging that fluctuations in lung function or symptoms are capturing disease phenotypes, could any ‘diseased’ dynamics be traced into the underlying biology? That would be the final step to comprehensively describe health and disease as different dynamic states of a living organism in terms of homeokinesis. Again, ERS has taken this up, by awarding an ERS RESPIRE2 Marie Curie fellowship to the Indian postdoc Dr Anirban Sinha who is working on this exact area in Amsterdam and Basel.
Such study requires highly frequent assessments of biologic parameters for measuring the fluctuations in multiple cellular and molecular components. As you may expect, this is a strain for the patients requested to volunteer for it. How can this be solved? In fact, it more or less becomes an additional day job for patients, which may be appealing to asthmatic students (shall we boost recruitment by asking all of them to write their bachelor thesis on the topic and to co-author the eventual paper…?).
Dynamic collaborations
Such projects would not exist without all kinds of inspiring collaborations of scientists, in which each of them finds her/his own reasons to be excited about the objectives. This is where biologists and physicians meet physicists and mathematicians. Where the oldies meet the youngsters. And where scientists really meet patients (because it takes a whole lot of communication to explain the rationale and value of the study). And again, collaborations are dynamic, which is its joy and effectiveness.
I have never got a better view on the dynamics of collaboration than in the EU/IMI project U-BIOPRED (www.ubiopred.eu). This included academics, pharmaceutical scientists, patients, SME’s and charities. Everyone was linking up to everyone, in various constellations and varying with time. The funny story here is that entirely opposite to the anticipation by our pharma colleagues, the academics represented the stable factor in the project whilst our friends from pharma industry dynamically switched positions, companies, and interests easily.
The U-BIOPRED collaborative, public-private networking has in fact been quantified by Scott Wagers from BioSci by calculating time series of: who works how intensively with whom in which work packages during which episode in the project. This signature of the project not only delivers the evidence of effective collaboration, but also very elegantly shows the healthy dynamics of science.
What is the dynamic message here?
Start doing 4D research, in which the dynamics of the 3D patient or disease model is being monitored over time.
Jump into collaborations with colleagues of your colleague’s colleagues;
Academic friends, once every often be brave and take the risk of embarking on new challenges or new universities
This will be as healthy as life can be!
Lung Science Conference 2017: registration is open
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Antigua,Caribbean Islands Holidays
Antigua, is one of the smaller Caribbean islands, but the largest of the Leeward Islands in the West Indies, the main island of the country of Antigua and Barbuda. Antigua, is located in the eastern Caribbean, northeast of St. Kits and Nevis, and north of St. Lucia and Dominica. Antigua was a former British colony. It is easy to get around by land and sea and also by air to the neighbouring islands.
Simply, Antigua is a gem friendly island, rich in history. An enchanting blend of restored historical sites of the colonial-era architecture which are reminders of colonial efforts to ensure its safety from invasion and rugged cobblestone streets.
For example one of the most popular draws; Nelson’s Dockyard which is the only continually working Georgian Shipyard in the world, and many other military sites which have been fully restored as a popular tourist attraction with 18th century details.
All the historical sites of the colonial-era architecture are well peppered with ruins and brimming with all the amenities a traveler could want, there you will find beautiful boutique hotels, fine restaurants, and plenty of shopping and activity options. Although Antigua was a former British colony, it is now an independent nation, it still retains many English traditions.
Antigua is blessed with a mix of lovely white sandy beaches, lagoons and natural harbours. Antigua is known across the Caribbean for its 365 beautiful beaches. One beach for every day of the year on the Caribbean island of Antigua, encircling the island like a giant necklace. Many of them stunning sugar-white strands protected by coral reefs which are perfectly ideal stop off for Caribbean cruises. Antigua is blessed also with wide range of water sports as snorkeling scuba and windsurfing especially on the Atlantic side of the island beside sailing , kayaking, biking, hiking, play golf and much more.
The capital, St. John’s, is a bustling town ripe for exploring, dotted with weathered wooden houses with corrugated iron roofs and louvered verandas. The best shops are centred around Heritage Quay and Redcliffe Quay.
The Siboney (an Arawak word meaning “stone-people”), were the first to inhabit the islands of Antigua and Barbuda in 2400 B.C.. The Siboney were succeeded by the Arawakan, but Arawak (agricultural Arawakan 35-1100 A.D.),and Carib Indian (an aggressive people who ranged all over the Caribbeans ) populated the chain of islands now called the Lesser Antilles when Columbus landed on his second voyage in 1493 who sighted the island in passing and named it after an icon in Seville Cathedral, Santa Maria la Antigua.
Early settlements by the Spanish and French were succeeded by the English who established a colony the first of its kind from Europe in 1667.
Any European settlements by the Spanish and French didn’t occur for over a century because of Antigua’s dearth of fresh water and abundance of determined Carib resistance. Finally, in 1632, a group of Englishmen from St. Kits established a successful settlement forming a colony in 1667. By the end of the eighteenth century Antigua had become the “gateway to the Caribbean,” an important strategic port and a valuable commercial colony. The island remained British ruled until 1967 except for a brief Spanish and French occupation.
Similar to other Caribbean lands, slavery, established to run the sugar plantations on Antigua, was abolished in 1838. Today, Antigua’s Carnival festivities commemorate the earliest abolition of slavery in the British Caribbean.
The islands became an independent state within the British Commonwealth of Nations in 1981.
Antigua sure enhance any one expectations as there is something for all tastes to enjoy. So go on take the Caribbean sunshine and enjoy an Antigua’s juice or a rum punch.
Travel Resources;
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Antigua Guided Tours – sightseeing tours and activities in the Caribbean.
View a selection of Books on Antigua at Amazon.
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Western Food Safety Summit Goes Virtual on May 5-6, 2021
2021-01-21 05:26:07 Business
The Western Food Safety Summit at Hartnell College will go virtual on May 5-6, 2021, inviting attendees from across California and the entire country to view live presentations from industry-leading scientists, managers and executives.
Salinas, CA, January 11, 2021 - The two-day event will use the online Zoom platform to explore strategic field-to-fork innovations in soil and water management, equipment and technology, while assuring the safety of presenters and attendees amid the ongoing pandemic.
The registration deadline is April 15, and a discounted early-bird price of $250 is available through Feb. 28. Space is limited. Opportunities also remain for sponsors and virtual exhibitors.
Dr. Raúl Rodríguez, interim superintendent/president of the Hartnell Community College District, will open the summit on May 5 with a greeting and overview at 9 a.m.
Morning keynotes will be delivered on May 5 by Tim York, chief executive officer for the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement, and on May 6 Dennis Donohue, director of the Western Growers Center for Innovation & Technology in Salinas, which is presenting the summit in partnership with the Hartnell College Agricultural Business & Technology Institute.
“We are excited to present the 16th annual Western Food Safety Summit from our new virtual platform,” said event Co-Chair Jess Hogg, quality assurance manager for Scheid Family Wines. “It is our goal to bring you information on the most relevant food safety issues of the day through our outstanding line up of industry experts.”
As in years past, the summit’s information sessions are aimed at a cross-section of players in the fresh fruits and vegetables industry, from executives such as growers, processors, coolers, shippers and suppliers to food safety directors and supervisors and quality-assurance foremen and crew leaders. Students and faculty in Hartnell’s agricultural career programs will also participate.
Co-Chair Clint Cowden, Hartnell’s dean of career technical education and workforce development, said the summit is one way the college continues to give back to the industry that helped it build some of the nation’s best ag education programs over the past 15 years.
“In 2006, Monterey County’s agriculture industry came together to help rebuild the agriculture programs at Hartnell College,” Cowden said. “The main focus of this rebuild was maintaining the safest food system in the world.
“The Western Food Safety Summit conference is made by and for working food safety professionals, and we have some of the best experts on the planet presenting at this summit.”
The following are examples of presenters and their topics:
“Lessons Learned From Field-Based Research Following the 2018 (E. coli) Outbreak,” by Dr. Channah Rock, professor of environmental sciences and water quality specialist with the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension.
“Steps in Developing a Comprehensive Irrigation Water Treatment Program,” by Bob Mills, director of food safety/technical services at The Harbinger Group, LLC Misionero.
“Data Sharing – a Different Industry-FDA Approach to Conduct Product Testing,” by Sonia Salas, assistant vice president for food safety, Western Growers.
To take advantage of the $250 early registration fee, a savings of $45 per individual, visit the summit website at the westernfoodsafetysummit.com. Attendees will receive a certificate of completion at the conclusion of the summit.
Information is also available on the website about $1,000 event sponsorships, which offer significant exposure to produce industry audiences throughout the event, including opportunities to share information as virtual exhibitors via social media and a one-minute video to be played throughout the conference. Each sponsorship includes one complimentary registration and a complimentary sponsor’s booth in the virtual exhibitor area online.
For more information, please contact Clint Cowden at (831) 755-6702 or ccowden@hartnell.edu.
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Candace Cameron Bure Stars in ‘Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reunited and It Feels So Deadly’: See Full Cast & Photos from Hallmark Movie
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Details on the Hallmark film starring Candace Cameron Bure – ‘Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reunited and It Feels So Deadly,’ including cast and photos.
By Kari / January 8, 2021 9:36 pm
Candace Cameron Bure is back on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel with Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reunited and It Feels So Deadly. The latest installment in the Aurora Teagarden series follows the titular character as she ventures to her high school reunion. If you want to learn more about Candace’s latest film, including who else is in the cast, and even see some photos, keep reading below.
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reunited and It Feels So Deadly Plot + Cast
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reunited and It Feels So Deadly follows Aurora (Candace Cameron Bure) to her high school reunion. She’s excited to bring her fiancé Nick (Niall Matter), but things quickly go from darling to dangerous when the prom king is found dead. Aurora, her friend Sally (Lexa Doig), and the rest of her Real Murders Club must solve this case before it ruins the reunion. But, Aurora also grapples with personal issues: will marriage change the way she and Nick are now?
Fans of Full House and its spinoff Fuller House obviously know Candace Cameron Bure as eldest daughter DJ Tanner. Candace starred in numerous Hallmark Channel original movies, including the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries. She’s considered to be “The Queen of Christmas” as she’s got a whopping 8 holiday movies; couple that with her Aurora titles, and she’s done 22 films for Hallmark Channel since 2011! Other places you may have seen Candace are on: Make It or Break It, Dancing with the Stars, and/or The View.
Niall Matter is a Canadian actor known for his lead roles on Eureka and Primeval: New World. Like his co-star Candace, Niall has done a slew of Hallmark films too. His most recent include: Country at Heart, Never Kiss a Man in a Christmas Sweater, and of course, the Aurora Teagarden series. You may have also seen Niall on: 90210, Melrose Place, Remedy, or When Calls the Heart.
Lexa Doig is probably best known for her lead role on the Canadian-American sci-fi drama Andromeda, which ran from 2000-2005. In more recent years, Doig was seen in E!’s The Arrangement, and the CW’s Arrow. She was cast in Netflix’s hit series Virgin River in 2019. She’s done 12 Aurora Teagarden Mysteries movies as Sally since 2015.
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel released a sneak peek preview of Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reunited and It Feels So Deadly, which you can see below. It’s definitely worth checking out before the January encore.
Candace Cameron Bure posted some behind the scenes photos to her Instagram, which you can also see below. They even feature her co-stars Niall Matter and Lexa Doig.
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Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel’s official IG account posted a reminder to followers regarding the film, which is set to re-air on Sunday, January 10.
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Last but not least, we’ve got a photo gallery for you for Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reunited and It Feels So Deadly, featuring Candace, Niall, Lexa, and more.
Be sure to tune in at 8/7 c on Jan. 10 for the special presentation of Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reunited and It Feels So Deadly, only on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.
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Business to Consumer (B2C) Meaning
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B2C Definition
A business-to-consumer, or B2C, business model is one in which a company sells a service or product directly to a consumer.
Familiar examples of B2C companies include Amazon, Walmart, and other companies where individual customers are the end-users of a product or service.
B2C is the alternative of the business-to-business model (B2B) in which a company sells their products first to another business, which will then sell the product to another business or a customer with a mark-up.
Companies can either be B2C, B2B, or a hybrid of both.
B2C as a business model typically involves a higher volume of clients, but a proportionally lower revenue.
B2B businesses deal with a smaller number of clients that make larger transactions.
Examples of the hybrid model are SaaS companies (Software as a Service), which often have many different tiers of service, tailored to companies or individuals, depending on the service.
5 Types of B2C Models
There are five distinct models that B2C companies use to move their products in a digital space.
1. Direct sellers are one of the most common, selling a product directly to consumers.
This includes small online businesses as well as large retailers like Microsoft and Apple that sell exclusively in-house products.
2. Online intermediaries don’t own the products that are sold on their site, but they put sellers directly in contact with buyers and usually profit by taking a cut of the transaction.
B2C E-Commerce giants such as eBay and Etsy are examples of online intermediaries.
3. Advertising based B2C is becoming increasingly common as more and more people exclusively consume online media.
In this model, a company purchases advertising space on a platform that receives large volumes of traffic, such as YouTube or Reddit.
Targeted advertising uses criteria such as internet searches, content viewed, and demographic to strategically place advertisements in front of promising customers.
4. Community-based B2C takes advantage of online, like-minded communities occurring on media platforms and beyond.
Since many of these communities form around a shared interest or physical location, companies can identify promising leads more easily.
5. Fee-based B2C models require payment to access a company’s content.
Subscription services like Netflix, Hulu, and Lynda are prime examples of this model.
List of B2C Example Companies
Examples of B2C companies include:
Priceline Group
As you can see from the list above, the most common example of modern B2C business are direct sellers, or manufacturers that are able to sell directly to consumers.
Many online retailers, such as online clothing stores, follow this model.
How B2C Business Took over the Market
Before the dotcom boom of the late 1990’s, one or more B2B businesses were tied to every physical storefront.
Through the internet, these B2B businesses gave way to simpler B2C systems, through which customers could purchase from manufacturers directly.
This financial streamlining eliminated the middle man, causing the B2C model to become the modern standard.
As the early growth of the internet gained momentum, more and more stores switched to doing business directly with consumers over their websites.
In particular, sites like Amazon drew much traffic away from stores.
Many physical retailers were forced to shut their doors permanently, essentially driving B2B middlemen into extinction.
Today, the B2C model is the norm.
The B2B model is still in use, but often it only applies to businesses that make products specifically for use by other businesses.
Manufacturers of industrial or medical equipment, for example, still use the B2B model.
B2B vs B2C Differences
In general, businesses are quite price-sensitive, and care little about the presentation, whereas consumers are less price-sensitive and care more about the presentation.
When selling chocolate to a business, that business cares little about the packaging in which it arrives.
When selling to a consumer, however, the packaging is a large point of emphasis.
View our B2B vs B2C page for more.
B2B and B2C Hybrid Models
Companies that are considered B2C companies often have aspects or branches that are also B2B.
A company whose focus is B2C may also have departments dedicated to B2B offerings.
For example, Microsoft is traditionally thought of as B2C, however Microsoft’s cloudhosting service Azure is a B2B service.
Additionally, if a seller is a retailer and its own manufacturer, the business is likely at least partially B2B.
What are the Advantages of B2C?
By selling directly to customers, manufacturers are able to avoid price markups on their products, especially in the digital realm.
Some companies are also able to deliver products or services upon customer request, which dramatically reduces overhead.
Websites can reach a significantly larger customer base than stores can, which is crucial for a B2C model to succeed.
For this reason, the world of B2C marketing has become vital to the success of online businesses.
The lack of physical storefronts also negates the risk and cost of property, keeping a company’s assets more liquid, and greatly increasing the ease with which company changes and expands.
Business-to-Consumer (B2C) Marketing
Business to consumer marketing is a practice by which a company uses a platform, for example Facebook, to find communities of people that seem like good prospective buyers and advertise their products directly to that group.
For example, a company that produces clothing from recycled plastic fabrics may find and advertise to a group dedicated to reducing plastic waste.
B2B (Business-to-Business) Model & Examples
A business to business, or B2B, model is one in which a manufacturer first sells their product (at wholesale prices) to a retailer, who then sells the products to consumers (at retail prices).
Examples of B2B businesses include Cisco Systems and auto parts manufacturers like Denso Corp. which sell to car manufacturers.
Many SaaS companies (software as a service) like Salesforce are also considered B2B since the software offered is intended to service businesses.
However, SaaS companies are actually more of a hybrid model since businesses function as the end consumer.
C2C (Consumer-to-Consumer) Business Model & Examples
A consumer to consumer business, or C2C, is a platform that allows individuals to find and transact with each other.
Etsy is an example of a C2C business, as is eBay.
The internet has facilitated the proliferation of C2C businesses, but there are pre-internet examples as well; auctions, for instance.
B2G (Business-To-Government) Business Model & Examples
Some companies focus on servicing the government and are considered a “B2G” company.
An example of a B2G company is Northrop Grumman which has 90,000 employees and focuses on aeronautics, defense, and cyberspace.
As is the case with all business models, companies may have its primary focus be B2G while having aspects have a B2B or B2C business.
Business-to-Consumer (B2C) FAQs
What does b2c stand for?
B2c stands for the business-to-customer model of business.
What is b2c?
A business-to-consumer, or B2C, business model is one in which a company sells a service or product directly to a consumer without using an intermediary.
What are some types of b2c models?
Direct sellers are one of the most common, selling directly to consumers, and online intermediaries, which match sellers directly with buyers at a markup.
When did the b2c business model become the standard?
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Devon, Plymouth & West Devon Apprentices 1570-1910
Army Schoolmasters - Punishment Ledgers
Army Schoolmasters 1847-1876
Berkshire, Eton College Register, 1441-1698
Britain, Business Indexes 1892-1987
Britain, Children's Employment Commission Part 2, 1842
Britain, Merchant Seamen, 1835-1857
Britain, school and university register books 1264-1930
Britain, Trade Union Membership Registers
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British India Office Assistant Surgeons
City of London, Haberdashers, Apprentices and Freemen 1526-1933
City of London, Ironmongers, Apprentices and Freemen 1511-1923
City of York apprentices and freemen 1272-1930
Clergy List 1896
Dental Surgeons Directory 1925
East India Company & Civil Service pensions
Electrical Engineering Apprentices & Trainees, 1902-1934
England & Wales Merchant Navy Crew Lists 1861-1913
England, Cheshire school records, 1782-1950
Gloucester Apprentices 1595-1700
Lloyd's Register Of Merchant Ships Index 1843
London Apprentices from Dorset 1605-1799
London Apprentices from Somerset 1575-1800
London, Dulwich College Register 1619-1926
London, Watermen In Royal Navy, 1803-1809
London, Watermen, Admiralty Muster Of The Port Of London, 1628
London, Watermen, Birth Register Of Contracted Men, 1865-1921
London, Watermen, List Of Free Watermen, 1827
London, Watermen's Petition For The King Charles I, 1648
Manchester Apprentices 1700-1849
Manchester Industrial School Registers1866-1912
Manchester Police Index 1858-1941
Match workers strike, Bow 1888
Merchant Navy Seamen [Merchant Marines]
National School Admission Registers & Log-Books 1870-1914
Royal Hibernian Military School admissions 1847-1932
Royal Hibernian Military School Staff List 1864
Royal Household Staff 1526-1924
Royal Military Asylum apprentice ledgers 1803-1840 / Royal Military Asylum (Chelsea) admissions 1803-1901
Surrey, Southwark, Newington Apprentice Register 1891
Sussex, Lancing College Register 1901-1954
Teachers Registration Council Registers
Trinity House Calendars, 1787-1854
White Star Line Officers' books
For each record, you will find an image of the original document and a transcript of the vital information. The information in each transcript can vary depending on the age and condition of the record, but most will include the following details.
Apprentice date
Master’s name
Master’s occupation
Event type and year range of records
Place and County
The images will often reveal additional details about your ancestor. Below we have listed the different event types and the additional details you may find.
Apprentices' examinations (1830) – These are reports created by the justice of the peace regarding allegations brought against a master by an apprentice. For example, Ann Williams brought forth charges that her master, William Meathrel, did not supply her with adequate clothing. The charges were proved and Ann was released from her apprenticeship. Meathrel was ordered to supply Williams with sufficient clothing and pay £5 to the parish.
Apprentices register (1802-1836) – The printed registers are ordered by each apprentice’s entry number. The register recorded the apprentices’ sex, indenture term or length of the apprenticeship and signatures of the overseer and magistrate.
Apprenticeship books / freemen's papers (1610-1683) – The detail found in the apprenticeship books are similar to an apprentice register. It will include the master’s name, place and length of the apprenticeship.
Apprenticeship indentures, papers and or certificates (1638-1840) – This is an agreement between justices of the peace, churchwardens and the overseers of the poor to indenture a child of the parish. The agreement also states that the master will provide sufficient meat, drink, apparel, lodging and washing. The apprentice agrees to obey his master.
Apprenticeship order (1821) – This order is similar to an indenture agreement. It also includes a clause that states that the justices examined the property of the new master and declared it fit to take on an apprentice.
Orphan's aid educational foundation apprenticeship indentures (1868-1908) – The foundation was established for the education of orphan boys. The foundation facilitated apprenticeships for some of the boys. These records are agreements of apprenticeships and document the master’s name and the trade to be learned. Some the records show that the apprenticeship was agreed by the child’s mother or father. Even though a child was in the care of the orphan’s aid educational foundation, it did not necessarily indicate that both the child’s parents had died. In some cases, the parents were too poor to look after the child.
Apprentices and Apprenticeships – This event type will display a mixture of apprentice registers and indentures.
The Poor Law Acts of 1597 gave the parish churchwardens and overseers of the poor the responsibility of looking after the welfare of all pauper children and poor families within their parish or borough. To assist with the maintenance of pauper children, churchwardens and overseers facilitated parish or borough apprenticeships. After 1801, the overseer of the poor was ordered to keep apprenticeship records. However, even before this law, many kept detailed records, which is how this collection dates back to 1570. The changes to the law in 1801 meant that record keeping became more formalised and had a standard printed style which often included parents’ names.
Children would be apprenticed to local people and the borough would pay the apprentice fees. The child’s new master was responsible for the child’s welfare and was obligated to provide food, clothing, and lodging and to teach the child a trade. Trades could include butchery, tailoring, and tanning, but some pauper children were apprenticed to learn housewifery or husbandry on farms. In larger estates, landlords could assign apprentices to their tenants. Children as young as 7 could be bound to a master and usually stayed within an apprenticeship until they were 21 or, in the case of female apprentices, until they were married.
Many apprentices were used as a servant in a house and not all masters honoured their commitment to feed, clothe, house and teach their charges. In these unfortunate cases, many apprentices left their assigned homes. Court records show cases of apprentice mistreatment and the newspapers reported runaway apprentices. This was not the situation for all apprentices; for others, they became a valuable member of their host families and learned a trade for their future.
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You are cordially invited to The Regulators, FINSIA's signature event series. This year, the high profile lunch will be held in Melbourne at the The Atlantic Group - Peninsula C Space, and will provide a unique opportunity to hear from the heads of Australia's peak regulatory bodies – Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) and Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) as they discuss priorities for 2019.
The panel joining us this year in Melbourne will be:
Guy Debelle, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of Australia
John Lonsdale, Deputy Chairman, Australian Prudential Regulation Authority
John Price, Commissioner, Australian Securities and Investments Commission
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Bernadette Howlett, Partner, Strategy&, part of the PwC network
We look forward to welcoming you to this event which will set the agenda for financial services regulation in 2019.
Be sure to take advantage of the early bird registration as this event sells out each year.
The Panelists
Guy Debelle commenced as Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia on 18 September 2016. He is Deputy Chair of the Reserve Bank Board and Chair of the Reserve Bank's Risk Management Committee.
He is a former chair of the Australian Foreign Exchange Committee and also chaired the BIS Foreign Exchange Working Group responsible for the development of the Global Code of Conduct for the Foreign Exchange Market.
Prior to his current role, Dr Debelle was the Assistant Governor (Financial Markets). In that role, he had oversight of the Bank's operations in the domestic and global financial markets, including the management of Australia's foreign reserves. He briefed the Reserve Bank Board on developments in financial markets at the monthly Board meetings.
Dr Debelle also worked at the International Monetary Fund, Bank for International Settlements, Australian Treasury and as a visiting professor in economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He graduated from the University of Adelaide with an honours degree in economics and gained his PhD in economics at MIT under Stanley Fischer and Rudi Dornbusch.
Dr Debelle is a signatory to The Banking and Finance Oath.
John Lonsdale, Commissioner, Australian Prudential Regulation Authority
John Lonsdale was nominated by the Government as an additional Deputy Chairman of APRA on 30 May 2018 and commenced in his role on 8 October 2018.
As an Executive Board Member of APRA, John’s responsibilities include oversight of APRA’s work on culture and remuneration (including the implementation of the Banking Executive Accountability Regime), building APRA’s crisis resolution capability, strengthening APRA’s collaboration with peer regulators and supervision of ADIs.
Prior to joining APRA, John worked for the Australian Treasury. He was a member of Treasury’s Executive Committee and held the position of Deputy Secretary, Markets Group at Treasury. In this role John had responsibility for financial system, consumer and foreign investment policy. In 2014 he led the Secretariat to the Financial System Inquiry, based in Sydney.
John had been with the Treasury since 1986 and worked across key areas in the Department including Budget policy, tax policy, retirement incomes and the financial system. In 2008 and 2009 he worked as the Chief Advisor in the Secretariat supporting Australia’s Future Tax System Review, a major review of Australia’s tax and transfer systems.
John Price Deputy Chairman, Australian Securities and Investments Commission
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He has over 15 years regulatory experience in a variety of regulatory roles at ASIC relating to policy making, fundraising, mergers and acquisitions, financial services and products, licensing, insolvency, ASIC's Registry and financial reporting and audit.
John was previously a member of CAMAC, an advisory body to Government on corporate and markets issues and also the Financial Reporting Council, a body providing broad oversight of various accounting and audit-related issues in Australia.
John is a current member of the Council of Financial Regulators, the coordinating body for Australia's main financial regulatory agencies. John is the sponsor of ASIC's innovation hub, an initiative to help innovative fintech startups offering financial products or financial services in Australia. He also leads ASIC's work helping small business and cutting red-tape.
Prior to joining ASIC, John worked in the Gold Coast and Brisbane offices of Corrs Chambers Westgarth, a national law firm.
Bernadette Howlett is an advisor to executives in the financial services industry for Strategy&, PwC's strategy consulting business. She is a Partner with PwC Australia, based in Sydney. She specialises in portfolio and business unit strategy - either in the form of new ventures and M&A or as growth strategies for existing businesses.
Bernadette’s current leadership roles in Strategy& are Australian Financial Services (FS) Lead, and PwC FS XLoS Insurance Leader, Strategy& People Partner.
Bernadette has broad financial services experience and over 18 years consulting experience. Prior to joining Booz Allen Hamilton she had 10 years business management experience in customer facing roles within the consumer products sector with the last role before joining Booz as Asia/Pacific Regional Marketing Director for a US multinational.
Bernadette holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of NSW and an EMBA from the AGSM University of NSW. In addition she has completed the Authentic Leadership Program at Harvard Business School and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors
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Sports, Recreation and Fitness
48 Watson Crescent, North Merchiston, EDINBURGH, EH11 1EP
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JogScotland has been urging the people of Scotland to don their trainers and adopt a healthier and more active lifestyle since 2002. Since then, over 25,000 people have taken up jogging through local community and workplace groups by using simple, gentle walk/jog/run programmes to encourage everyone to get out and be active.
Established by Scottish Athletics, the governing body of athletics in Scotland, and supported by NHS Health Scotland, Sportscotland and the Scottish Government Health Department, JogScotland is Scotland’s national recreational running network.
Exercising regularly boosts energy levels, enhances self esteem and aids long-term weight loss. Being more active has a host of specific health benefits including reducing the risk of heart disease, certain cancers, strokes, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure and osteoporosis. A slight change in lifestyle can make a big difference to health at any time, regardless of age, fitness level or ability.
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A renewed focus on educating children about biosecurity's role in agriculture has paid off for Hagley school. Hagley Farm School's visitor centre, along with the Education Department, has won a national biosecurity award for its work in educating pupils on biosecurity at the field study centre. Revitalising School Farms statewide coordinator Andrew Harris said Hagley had been working with Biosecurity Tasmania to shine a spotlight on biosecurity for the pupils who visit the centre. "We worked with Biosecurity Tasmania to place renewed focus on biosecurity with the children who visit the visitor centre from schools around the state," he said. RELATED STORY: Crash course in farm life for student leaders The visitor centre embeds practical applications of biosecurity into the experiences offered when pupils visit the school farm. Experiences range from dairy, sheep, poultry, crops and soil management and water usage. However, Mr Harris said biosecurity education didn't stop when it left the school farm. "With our work with Biosecurity Tasmania, we also took it a step further and worked to create curriculum material," Mr Harris said. Biosecurity has played a vital role during the COVID-19 pandemic and has forced the general public to learn more about its role in protecting Tasmania and other countries from disease and pests, he said. Mr Harris said educating children was about showing them the practical applications of biosecurity, such as dropping food waste into bins before entering animal areas." "We focus on educating the kids about how biosecurity relates to protecting the animals on the farm." The Hagley Farm School Visitor Centre is an established working farm and part of the Tasmanian Field Study Centres network. The visitor centre has about 5000 visitors each year, who come to gain practical experience about food and fibre production. Mandy Bowling from the Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association nominated the Tasmanian Department of Education's Revitalising School Farms initiative and the Hagley Farm School Visitor Centre for the award.
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December 1 2020 - 3:00AM
Hagley Farm School visitor centre awarded national biosecurity award
RECOGNISED: Pupils at a live dairy demonstration at Hagley Farm School with Primary Industries Minister Guy Barnett. The visitor centre has won a national biosecurity award. Picture: supplied
A renewed focus on educating children about biosecurity's role in agriculture has paid off for Hagley school.
Hagley Farm School's visitor centre, along with the Education Department, has won a national biosecurity award for its work in educating pupils on biosecurity at the field study centre.
Revitalising School Farms statewide coordinator Andrew Harris said Hagley had been working with Biosecurity Tasmania to shine a spotlight on biosecurity for the pupils who visit the centre.
"We worked with Biosecurity Tasmania to place renewed focus on biosecurity with the children who visit the visitor centre from schools around the state," he said.
RELATED STORY:Crash course in farm life for student leaders
The visitor centre embeds practical applications of biosecurity into the experiences offered when pupils visit the school farm.
Experiences range from dairy, sheep, poultry, crops and soil management and water usage. However, Mr Harris said biosecurity education didn't stop when it left the school farm.
"With our work with Biosecurity Tasmania, we also took it a step further and worked to create curriculum material," Mr Harris said.
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Biosecurity has played a vital role during the COVID-19 pandemic and has forced the general public to learn more about its role in protecting Tasmania and other countries from disease and pests, he said.
Mr Harris said educating children was about showing them the practical applications of biosecurity, such as dropping food waste into bins before entering animal areas."
"We focus on educating the kids about how biosecurity relates to protecting the animals on the farm."
The Hagley Farm School Visitor Centre is an established working farm and part of the Tasmanian Field Study Centres network.
The visitor centre has about 5000 visitors each year, who come to gain practical experience about food and fibre production.
Mandy Bowling from the Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association nominated the Tasmanian Department of Education's Revitalising School Farms initiative and the Hagley Farm School Visitor Centre for the award.
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Misty lakes and modern cuisine
The only country region to have revealed a pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, Baden-Württemberg House invites you to feel the future
Wade through a misty lake of cold air, tuck into modern German cuisine and probe the secrets of future manufacturing – it’s all possible at the Baden-Württemberg House at Expo 2020 Dubai.
This marks the southwest German state’s first ever pavilion at a World Expo – and the design and content are a tribute to the region’s innovative spirit.
The 2,700 sqm building showcases high-tech sustainable architecture and hides a cold air lake, which visitors can wade through once it is made visible by an ‘innovation cloud’, an artificially created layer of mist.
Elsewhere, an interactive smart factory encourages visitors to get a hands-on feel for high-tech production processes of the future, while a ‘modern Black Forest parlour’ is the perfect spot for a culinary treat.
Baden-Württemberg has a well-deserved reputation as a hub for smart industries, and several world-famous luxury car manufacturers are headquartered in the state.
Its pavilion at Expo 2020 will display the state’s engineering prowess and futuristic technologies, supporting the next World Expo’s own ambition to promote regional success stories and their wider global impact.
As part of Expo 2020’s sustainable legacy plans, with 80 per cent of the site to be retained, Baden-Württemberg House will continue to connect minds and create the future post-Expo as a centre of learning.
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Meet the Expo-backed projects helping to redefine education globally
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Fast-track cancer centres set to revolutionise disease diagnosis and treatment
FAST-TRACK cancer centres are set to revolutionise how symptoms of the disease are identified, diagnosed and treated.
By Giles Sheldrick
PUBLISHED: 18:20, Mon, Apr 2, 2018 | UPDATED: 18:47, Mon, Apr 2, 2018
The pilot scheme will reduce the long waits between GP referral and seeing a cancer specialist
The one-stop “shops” are designed to give people with a range of potential but unclear cancer symptoms a definite answer – in some cases even on the same day.
Specialists will be able to carry out every type of investigation under one roof in a move designed to stop people suspected of having the killer disease being shunted around the NHS for months.
A host of symptoms, either singly or combined, can indicate a number of diseases including cancer.
Under the plans, patients suffering fatigue, sweating or who feel generally unwell could be referred to the service.
The pilot scheme will also address the problem of patients facing long waits between a GP referral and seeing a cancer specialist.
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Since January 2014, more than 98,000 have waited more than two months for treatment to start
We are confident these pilot centres will give us a much better understanding of what is needed to speed up the diagnosis and treatment of people with less obvious symptoms
Sara Hiom
The NHS target that patients start treatment within 62 days has not been met for more than two years.
All investigations at the centres will be carried out within a fortnight of referral.
Experts say some could receive a diagnosis or the all-clear on the same day as their test.
Others may require further investigation up to a maximum of 28 days.
The pilot scheme is co-ordinated by NHS England, Cancer Research UK and Macmillan Cancer Support and is being tested in 10 hospitals around the country.
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Sara Hiom, of Cancer Research UK, said: “This is a first for this country. We are confident these pilot centres will give us a much better understanding of what is needed to speed up the diagnosis and treatment of people with less obvious symptoms, improve their experience of care and, ultimately, survival.”
The scheme aims to ensure rapid diagnosis in tens of thousands of patients who may be struck down with cancer but do not display traditional “red flag” symptoms for a specific type of the disease.
In the past year more than 26,000 people waited more than two months for treatment to start after an urgent GP referral, including more than 10,000 who waited longer than three months.
Since the target was first breached in January 2014, more than 98,000 people have waited more than two months for treatment to start.
Lung cancer remains the top cancer killer in the UK, claiming the lives of almost 36,000 people a year, followed by bowel and colon cancer, which kills 16,000 people.
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The centres are part of an ambitious plan to meet a new faster diagnostic standard where all patients with suspected cancer receive a diagnosis or the all-clear within 28 days.
The concept of a multidisciplinary diagnostic centre originated in Denmark.
NHS England, said: “Early diagnosis is crucial to saving lives and providing peace of mind, which is why we are driving forward plans to revolutionise our approach to cancer.
“These new one-stop shops represent a real step change in the way people with unclear symptoms are identified, diagnosed and treated.”
The centres are at North Middlesex University Hospital, University College London Hospital, Southend University Hospital, Queen’s Hospital in Romford, Royal Free Hospital in north London, St James’s University Hospital in Leeds, Airedale General Hospital, near Keighley in West Yorkshire, University Hospital of South Manchester, Royal Oldham Hospital and the Churchill Hospital in Oxford.
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Updated on : Sunday, December 13, 2020, 5:01 PM IST
Hyderabad: 'Breaking Bad' in real life? Chemist with PhD arrested for making mephedrone drug worth over Rs 63 lakhs
Mephedrone is a synthetic stimulant drug generally abused for recreation and popular among the urban college-going crowd.
The Directorate of Revenue and Intelligence (DRI) on Friday caught a PhD degree holder chemist red-handed while delivering 3.15 kilograms of the banned psychotropic substance, mephedrone -- that he himself manufactured -- worth Rs 63.12 lakh to a man in Hyderabad.
Mephedrone (technically known as 4Methylmethcathinone or 4-methylephedrone) is a synthetic stimulant drug generally abused for recreation and popular among the urban college-going crowd.
Commonly known as DRONE, Meow Meow, etc., it is known for its effects similar to that of MDMA, amphetamine and cocaine.
The chemist, who worked in the pharma sector, and his customer have been arrested and the drug seized.
As per a DRI statement, a raid was conducted at the chemist's secret lab on the outskirts of the city, from where another 112 gram of mephedrone samples, worth Rs 12.40 lakhs have been seized.
219.5 kg of raw materials, sufficient to make another 15 to 20 kilograms of the substance, were also recovered.
Preliminary investigation revealed that the man, a PhD holder in Chemistry has manufactured and sold more than 100 kilograms of mephedrone in the last year and that a Mumbai-based network is reportedly behind the drug network operating on the 'Meow Meow' drug, mephedrone.
(With inputs from ANI)
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Envirotainer and Unilode to distribute COVID-19 vaccine
Envirotainer broadens its partnership with Unilode to support global COVID-19 vaccine distribution
Envirotainer, the global market leader in secure cold chain solutions for air transport of pharmaceuticals, broadens its existing partnership with Unilode Aviation Solutions, the leading provider for outsourced Unit Load Device (ULD) management and repair solutions, to meet the upcoming worldwide demand for the COVID-19 vaccine distribution.
Envirotainer has increased its active temperature-controlled container capacity at several key locations around the world for its customers in the pharmaceutical supply chain to ensure the fast, safe and reliable delivery of vaccines and other healthcare products, which require high-quality cold chain packaging solutions. Envirotainer has been working with Unilode since 2013 for the repair, maintenance, handling, transportation and storage of temperature-controlled active air freight containers at 24 strategic locations. The latest joint service innovation is the development of pop-up ground handling and repair shops. These will be implemented, at short notice, for large volume COVID-19 vaccine distributions, closer to key pharmaceutical production hubs, to ensure the fast and safe delivery of the much needed vaccines across the world.
Niklas Adamsson, COO Envirotainer, said: ”Unilode has been Envirotainer’s trusted partner for several years, and especially in these times our partnership is very important for our operations as it enables Envirotainer to support the upcoming unprecedented global demand of vaccine distribution with our cold chain solutions. Unilode is increasing its MRO capacity at key locations and will support Envirotainer with maintenance and repair services at our recently started ground operations in Beijing, China. Unilode’s expertise in the maintenance and repair of Envirotainer’s active containers will ensure the optimal performance of our containers when time is of the essence and availability of the units is crucial to ensure the success of global vaccine distribution. We look forward to deepening our partnership with Unilode.”
Don Jacobs, Managing Director MRO Solutions, Unilode, said: “As the world prepares for the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine, stakeholders in the air cargo and pharmaceutical supply chain need to ensure a seamless and efficient end-to-end cold chain that includes the availability of temperature-controlled containers for the quick and efficient transportation of the vaccine. The strong partnership between Unilode and Envirotainer has provided a solid foundation to look for additional solutions to support the aviation and pharmaceutical industries and we have developed joint initiatives to meet the anticipated high demand for the distribution of pharmaceuticals around the world. Unilode’s global ULD MRO solutions make it possible to provide additional repair capability to meet its partners’ requirements and we are pleased that Unilode can help support the global distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine by saving time and increasing the availability of active containers for Envirotainer’s pharmaceutical customers.”
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New realtor working in Oroville
OROVILLE - There's a new realtor in town. Brandi Collier recently joined Oroville Realty. She currently lives in the Tonasket...
by Amy Veneziano • April 25, 2008 7:47 pm
Brandi Collier
OROVILLE – There’s a new realtor in town.
Brandi Collier recently joined Oroville Realty. She currently lives in the Tonasket area.
Collier has not lived in the area for about 10 years. She attended college and worked for several years in property management She is now engaged to Larry Clark from Oroville and has three sons.
“It has been a long road to this final return to the area that I and my family love so much,” Collier said. “I am very excited to call this area home.”
In her free time, Collier supports her children’s youth sports programs and works with NCA RC&D and the NCW EDD. She also works on committees such as Via 97, IRIS and the Okanogan Trails Scenic Byway.
“I am truly happy working with Diana Milligan and all the great agents at Oroville Realty,” said Collier. “They have all made me feel that I am a part of the family.”
Gebbers Farms fined more than $2M for health, safety violations
By Gary DeVon
2020 Washington apple harvest estimated to hold steady at 134 million boxes
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Golf Digest top teacher launches Lone Wolf Tour for college golfers to compete this fall
By Matthew Rudy
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With COVID-19 throwing a wrench in the college sports competition this fall, hundreds of college golfers will likely be spending their late summer and fall looking for places to compete. One top instructor is hoping to make that quest a little easier by forming the Lone Wolf Tour.
Golf Digest Top Ohio Teacher Kyle Morris is targeting active collegiate male and female players with a series of single-day, 36-hole events at eight sites around the Midwest, Northeast and Southeast. The first tournament on the schedule is slated for Sept. 11 at the Golf Club of Dublin in Ohio.
“I coach a ton of high school and college players, and the challenge is always to stay motivated and keep practicing—which is hard when there's no tournament on the horizon,” says Morris, who runs The Golf Room teaching facility outside Columbus. “Under this format, players can be in and out in a day and test themselves beyond what they would get from playing day after day informally against teammates and friends.”
The $225 entry fee per event covers 36 holes and lunch in between rounds. The events are being being played at top-tier courses like Bulle Rock in Maryland and Turning Stone Resort in New York and will offer qualifying points for the World Amateur Golf Ranking. The fields will be limited to 54 male and 24 female players, with current college players getting entry priority. Safety protocols include players carrying their own bags and standard social distancing practices being used at many courses.
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If fields aren’t filled by college golfers, amateurs with an index 2.0 or below can step up and test their skills.
News of the tour comes on the same day that the Pac-12 officially announced it was canceling all athletic competitions, including college golf, through the rest of the calendar year.
“Every college coach I’ve spoken to is so excited about this, because there's so much uncertainty in college golf right now,” says Morris, who is organizing the tour in partnership with golf recruiting consultant Rich Brazeau of Charleston, S.C. “Let’s pretend there’s no college golf in 2020 and into early 2021. Do those kids keep their eligibility? Will there be no room for some of those high school kids who will be coming up? This is a scary time that we can hopefully all navigate through together. We want to help all of these players get better and work toward their goals.”
For more information, the complete schedule and to register, go to LoneWolfTour.com.
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DC Universe has just released the Season 2 trailer for the surprisingly entertaining and criminally underrated Harley Quinn series… and we like what we see!
The popular adult animated DC show premiered on November 29, 2019, and features the voices of Kaley Cuoco as Harley, Lake Bell as Poison Ivy, Diedrich Bader as Bruce Wayne, Ron Funches as King Shark, Tony Hale as Doctor Psycho, and Alan Tudyk as Joker. The 13-episode first season just wrapped up a few weeks ago, making it the perfect for DC to release a promo for the second season, which arrives on DC Universe on April 3, 2020.
Check out the Harley Quinn Season 2 promo trailer below:
For those interested, here’s the official synopsis of the first season.
Harley Quinn follows Harley’s adventures after she breaks up with the Joker and strikes out on her own in this new, adult animated comedy. With the help of Poison Ivy and a ragtag crew of DC castoffs, Harley tries to earn a seat at the biggest table in villainy: the Legion of the Doom
The zany and wonderfully crude series was created by Paul Dini and Bruce Timm, and written by Justin Halpern, Patrick Schumacker, and Dean Lorey. The voice cast also includes J. B. Smoove as Frank the Plant, Jason Alexander as Sy Borgman, Giancarlo Esposito as Lex Luthor, and Wanda Sykes as the Queen of Fables.
Are you a fan of the Harley Quinn series? If so, what did you enjoy most about the first season? Let us know in the comments below.
Riley is the Managing Editor of Goliath. When he's not at the movie theatre or binging some new tv series, he likes to spend his time shooting hoops and play MTG. He doesn't like 'Breaking Bad,' loves 'The Simpsons,' hates mayonnaise, and has been repping the Toronto Raptors since '95. Follow him on IG and Twitter @moviemanjones.
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Marco Rubio Wanted Florida To Be “First In the South,” Not South Carolina
SENATOR SUPPORTED IOWA AND NEW HAMPSHIRE’S EARLY-VOTING STATUS … BUT DISSED PALMETTO STATE
In case you missed it, South Carolina is on the verge of losing its “First in the South” presidential status … which would obviously be a major blow to a state that (prior to 2012) had correctly picked the “Republican” presidential nominee in every election dating back to 1980.
And while several candidates are working overtime to exploit the Palmetto State’s early voting position in 2016 (before it’s gone), one of those candidates has a history of actively opposing South Carolina’s spot on the GOP calendar …
We’re referring of course to U.S. Senator Marco Rubio of Florida, who led the charge to have the Sunshine State leapfrog the Palmetto State in the GOP primary schedule.
“I haven’t met anyone in Florida who is against the idea,” Rubio said back in 2006.
What makes Rubio’s opposition to South Carolina’s primary so ironic? The extent to which he has made the Palmetto State his “go-to” in the 2016 primary battle.
“In the six years since launching his Florida Senate campaign, Rubio has become an adopted prince of South Carolina’s political royalty,” Tim Alberta of National Journal reported this spring. “And not by chance. Rubio, whose national ambitions became apparent even before he was sworn into the Senate, quickly identified South Carolina as the home base for his eventual presidential effort, seeing this early-primary state as a more natural fit – culturally, ideologically, geographically – than either Iowa orNew Hampshire.”
“He has acted accordingly in the years since,” Alberta continued, “snatching up the state’s top talent for his political operation, cultivating personal relationships with influential people on the ground, and making repeated trips to keep tabs on his burgeoning circuit of supporters in the state.”
In other words Rubio was against “First in the South” status for South Carolina before he was for it … (and before he hired some of its most notorious political assassins).
South Carolina isn’t the only early primary Rubio has dissed, either.
“With all due respect to New Hampshire and Iowa, nowhere are you going to be on a national stage like Florida,” Rubio told theTampa Bay Times in 2007. “You’re going to get questions about Israel, Latin America, immigration. It’s the old South, it’s Latin, it’s Midwestern, it’s rural and urban.”
Of course Rubio never sought to leapfrog those states …
South Carolina, though, always had a bulls-eye on its back – at least until Rubio needed its voters. Even after the GOP vowed to strip Florida of half of its delegates for its efforts to climb the calendar, Rubio was still targeting the Palmetto State’s early-voting status.
Iowa and New Hampshire’s primary dates? He respected those … but …
“After that it’s fair game,” he told the St. Petersburg Times.
Ouch …
Rubio is currently in third place in the Palmetto State – drawing eight percent of primary voters, according to the latest aggregate polling data from Real Clear Politics.
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One of the most visited tourist destination in India is Goa, which has plenty to offer to all travelers visiting from across the world. Be it beaches, national parks and hills, churches, forts, markets, backwaters and more, Goa has it all. The state is not very diverse and majority numbers of people are Christians so there are hundreds of churches present in Goa. The well-known destination is also famous for water sports like Jet skiing, kite surfing, parasailing, water boating and more.
It is a perfect destination for a short break as well. Your Goa tour will be incomplete if you miss out on experiencing outstanding nightlife here. Tasting some Goa cuisine is also an experience you must try. The destination assures a perfect break from the hustling life and promises ample of relaxation and entertainment at the same point of time. It covers a zone of 3702 square kilo meters and contains two districts namely North Goa and South Goa. Spread more than 3,700 km square with the number of inhabitants in around 1.4 million, Goa is small state as per Indian measures. It is an exceptional blend of Indian and Portuguese social orders that attracts a normal 2.5 million visitors consistently including around 4, 00,000 remote travelers
We believe the culture of Goa is based majorly on Catholics, but actually the Goa Catholics are a mixture of Portuguese and India cultures, and so it is known as Rome of East. The food and drinks play a big role in Goa’s vibrant culture. It is a secular state with numerous religions being practiced freely. Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity are common religions here.
Goa tourism's loaded with plenty of exoticness. But it is also surrounded by exciting other places to visit and things to do for travelers to experience an unforgettable holiday.
Best places to visit in Goa:
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2. Baga Beach
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4. Anjuna Beach
5. Vagator Beach
6. Palolem Beach and many more
Best Things to do in Goa:
1. Take a walk at spice plantations
2. Walk through the dark passages of Goan caves
3. Try parasailing at Calangute beach
4. Indulge in some water sports
5. Go for Island hoping and many more
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Gujarat Travel Guide
Gujarat being a vibrant state traces back to ancient period’s in history. It is home to rich history, culture and heritage to show for. The name Gujarat is derived from the Sanskrit word “Gurjardesa” which means “The land of Gurjaras”, who ruled Gujarat in the 8th and 9th Centuries CE. Boasting from the longest coastline in India, its shores are washed by the waters of the Arabian Sea on the west. The state holds a lot of attractions such as the Great Rann of Kutch, Dholavira and Lothal, beautiful temples, palaces, Rani Ki Vav, Sidi Saiyad Mosque and many more.
Gujarat tourism also attracts tourists for its fascinating wildlife as it is home to Asiatic lions at Gir National park. The costal state also consists of amazing religious monuments which attract tourists with its architecture and history. The famous Somnath temple is among the twelve Jyotirlinga of Shiva and is a must explore on Gujarat tour packages. Gujarat is considerably a dry state but the cultural significance of the state will rejuvenate you. A treasure trove of vibrant art and culture, here people can grab a chance to dig into the many intricate art forms of the state through an array of handicraft products.
On an excursion to Gujarat, one can choose to buy products like: embroidered garments, jewellery, mirror work, and metal work. Besides that, one can also get to purchase some creative furnishing items, such as cushion covers, quilts, table mats and more. Famed for its folk music and dance forms, and authentic cuisines, here is a gala time awaiting for everyone.Gujarat tourism is loaded with plenty of exoticness. But is also surrounded by exciting other places to visit and things to do for travelers to experience an unforgettable holiday. You will get numerous hotels and resorts to stay at offering services to all kinds of travelers,
Best places to visit in Gujarat:
1. Rani Ki Vav (Patan)
2. Adalaj Stepwell
3. Gandhinagar Akshardham
4. Sidi Saiyad Mosque (Ahmedabad)
5. Rann of Kutch
6. Somnath temple
7. Vijay Villas Palace (Bhuj, Kutch)
8. Statue of unity (Baroda)
9. Gir (Junagarh)
10. Dwarka and many more
Best things to do in Gujarat:
1. Spot Asiatic Lions at Gir National Park
2. Visit the historical Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad
3. Admire the architecture of Rani Ki Vav
4. Witness the ancient ruins of Lothal, Dholavira
5. Enjoy a cable car ride at the ropeway in Saputara
6. Taste delicious Gujarati cuisines
7. Spend some time at Polo forest (Near Ahmedabad) and many more
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Rajasthan Travel Guide
Rajasthan being a vibrant state is a perfect blend of ethnic and modern values. The state is also known as Land of Maharajas as it is home to splendid forts, palaces depicting richness, loyalty and romanticism. Rajasthan tourism has some of the fastest growing cities Jaipur, Udaipur and Jodhpur and these cities are developing rapidly and adopting modernization, but yet they have retained the charm of rich Rajasthani culture. Rajasthan is a perfect place to shop some traditional handicrafts, attires with vibrant colors, ethnic jewelry and lot more.
The land of palaces and forts serves as a great inspiration for the history and architectural marvels. The vibrant culture of Rajasthan depicts the ancient lifestyle of India. The unique classical music and folkdances holds a special place in the heart of locals and tourists also. Rajasthan is also famous for wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. A portion of the notable National Parks in Rajasthan is Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Sariska Tiger Reserve, Ranthambhor National Park, Desert National park in Jaisalmer.
Illustrious structures, stories of courageous fights, glorious strongholds and royal residences, Rajasthan has been one of the gleaming social gems throughout the entire existence of Indian subcontinent. If you fancy elephant rides then you need to visit Udaipur to have a royal ride on the elephants. And the state has its own methods for entertainment and leisure. Witness the royalty of the state with our Rajasthan tour packages. Along with the culture, architecture, royality and festivals, Rajasthan is also known for lavish hotels and resorts.The state is known for hospitality as Rajasthan tourism welcomes tourists from across the world. To experience luxury to the best, stay at hotels like The Leela Palace Udaipur, Taj Aravali Resort and Spa Udaipur, the Oberoi Udaivilas Udaipur and more.
Some of the best places to visit in Rajasthan:
1.Jaipur
2.Udaipur
3.Jodhpur
4.Ranthambhor National Park
5.Kumbhalgarh
6.Mount Abu
7.Jaisalmer
8.Pushkar
9.Bikaner
10.Chittorgarh
Some of the best things to do in Rajasthan:
1.Witness the beauty of City Palace- Jaipur and Udaipur
2.Indulge yourself in delicious Rajasthani cuisines
3.Enjoy boating at Fateh Sagar Lake in Udaipur
4.Explore Kumbhalgarh fort
5.Be a part of Pushkar Fair
6.Witness the iconic clock tower of Jodhpur
7.Marvel the Architecture of Patwon ki haveli in Jaisalmer
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Kerala Travel Guide
Situated in southern India, Kerala is packed with significant vacation spots set against staggering backgrounds. It is home to amazingly delightful tea and espresso estates in bumpy regions just as thick woods. There are additionally zest nurseries and paddy handle that add to the lavish green scene, politeness of substantial precipitation in the state. With around 600 kms of coastline, impressive backwaters and radiant sea shores, it is a heaven for nature sweethearts where one can truly appreciate being laid back and absorb the surroundings. You can choose to have a leisurely holiday and get some exotic hotel deals with Flamingo Transworld. Kerala makes for incredible objective to encounter open air exercises and water wearing chances – visiting public parks, living in houseboats, paddling, kayaking, swimming, climbing, biking and more. Kerala has rich architecture, social and culinary legacy.
One of Kerala's primary highlights is the coast with its sandy shorelines, which is unmistakably bound to get daylight and is less damp than inland areas. In contrast to most zones of India, Kerala gets away from the scorching atmospheres because of the lovely and invigorating Arabian Sea breeze. This outcomes in the Kerala shorelines being an ideal winter sun get-away goal and a prominent spot for outdoor exercises and water sports throughout the entire year.
culture of Kerala has a rich social legacy. Its various cultures are affected by three fundamental religions Hinduism, Christianity and Islam. The dance is a lovely mixing of color, dance, music, show, and articulations. As it were, a ton of the popularity that the state has received is fundamentally because of the fame of this dance form. Witness the serenity of the state with our Kerala Tour Packages.
Best places to visit in Kerala:
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4. Wayanad
5. Thekaddy
6. Kundala Lake
7. St. Francis Church
8. Chinese fishing Nets
Best things to do in Kerala:
1. Stay at houseboats in Alleppey
2. Watch Kathakali dance performance
3. Explore Kumarakom Beach
4. Go for a unique tribal heritage walk in Thekkady
5. Witness the vibrant Theyyam Festival
6. Rejuvenate yourself in Spas, Massages and Ayurvedic Treatments
7. Marvel the enchanting Athirapally falls
8. Go for Periyar Jungle Safari and many more
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Sikkim Travel Guide
A landlocked province of India, Sikkim is settled in the lower regions of the eastern Himalayas and nature has favored this state with particular excellence. A Himalayan wonderland, presented with an assortment of vegetation and undisturbed valleys, five climatic zones, serene condition, accommodating and humble individuals and a rich social legacy - every last bit of it is unmatched and elusive anyplace else. The state is one of the eminent goal for any travel enthusiast for the murmuring streams, snowcapped mountains, religious communities, greenery, and fauna. This modest state brags of more than 552 distinct types of feathered creatures and around 690 types of butterflies. Likewise, among its mountains is the outstanding Kanchenjunga, the third most elevated mountain on the planet. Sikkim is the least populated state in India.
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Himachal reminds us of movie scenes and cozy vibes. It is termed as the "Land of the Gods" due to the stunning panoramic views of mountains covered with snow promising a holiday like never before. Vibrant yet peaceful life there is loaded with culture and heritage. Also the place offers endless opportunities for adventure activities.
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Jammu and Kashmir Travel Guide
Known to be a paradise on Earth, Jammu & Kashmir is unrivalled for its beauty – the Dal Lake, floating markets, the apple orchards, the pristine valleys and snow-capped mountains are beyond stunning. Captured countless times on the lens by filmmakers and veteran photographers, the north-Indian state of Jammu & Kashmir sees influx of tourists from across the world. Here there is something for everyone – from skiing to white-water rafting and hiking to witnessing the Tulip Festival. Walking in the lush Mughal gardens in Srinagar, visiting the frozen Sheshang Lake and sledging in Pahalgam, trekking to the highest lake in the Himalayan region i.e. the Gadsar Lake in Sonmarg and a cable ride in Gulmarg are just a few of the many things to do in the state – all of these complemented by the most heavenly views.
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Australia is a nation in the Southern Hemisphere involving the territory of the Australian landmass and additionally the island of Tasmania and various littler islands in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Australia is partitioned into six states and two regions, with Canberra as its capital. The official dialect of Australia is English, and the money is the Australian dollar (AUD). Its real urban areas – Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide – are beach front. Its capital, Canberra, is inland. The nation is known for its Sydney Opera House, the Great Barrier Reef, a tremendous inside desert wild called the Outback, and extraordinary creature species like kangaroos and duck-charged platypuses.
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Bhutan Travel Guide
Bhutan- the land of thunderbolt is still one of the most spectacular destinations in the world; it is not an ordinary place. It is shrouded in mystery and magic where traditional Buddhist culture carefully embraces the global development. Bhutan holds many surprises and offers kaleidoscope of sceneries and experiences. There is a long list of forts, monasteries, trekking spots, and shopping areas are surely worth a visit. Explore it with our Bhutan holiday packages.
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Botswana Travel Guide
Please pen down, Botswana is blessed with some of the greatest wildlife spectacles on the earth; it is one of the greatest safari destinations in Africa. The Okavango Delta is a place where wild creatures roam and rule where big cats and much bigger elephants walk free in one of the world’s last great wilderness. And it is also a place of unparalleled beauty where safari possibilities can see as endless as the water themselves. In short, this is all about experiencing wild Africa at your own pace. So build a campfire, gaze at the stars and feel at one with this gloriously beautiful country. Feel the beauty of this destination with our Botswana holiday packages.
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Singapore Travel Guide
Singapore is one of the most orderly cities in the world. The destination is described as a playground for the rich as the small-city state features certain sheen of wealth. Here you will get to know the perfect blend of ethnic and urban development throughout Singapore's illustrious history. Travelers from across the world flock to this destination to experience its high-end shopping malls, luxury hotels, fine dining, and amazing lifestyle and nightlife experiences. The main theme of Singapore Tourism centers around its historical touch that now represents the impact of transforming from a fish village to an urban enchanting city.
Singapore history dates back to the 18th century which suggests that a noteworthy trading settlement existed in Singapore in the 14th century. The last 2 centuries have birthed a legacy rich in heritage and revolution, reflecting the significant role Britain and various other countries had towards Singapore’s growth. For around 200 years, Singapore’s mutual relations with Britain remain really strong with the two countries committing to share best practice in problems including sustainable business and innovation, tradition and youth development.
Singapore is situated in the southern corner of the Malay Peninsula divided from the mainland. The island is mostly flat with low hills. Along with the mainland, the geography of the Republic of Singapore features more than 60 really small islands and islets. Languages of Singapore are as diverse as its people and culture. For a fact, Singapore does not have an official language. People living here speak Singlish which is a unique English based slang. The multicultural destination accepts 4 languages: Malay, Mandarin, Tamil and English and due to good bilingual education policy a lot of locals can speak 2 or more languages.
Travel industry in India is rapidly growing. Outbound tourism and the competition between destinations to attract travelers is really strong. Apparently Singapore tops the list of Indian visitors. And why not? Singapore tourism has so much to offer to all kinds of travelers. Singapore tour packages present various family-friendly attractions, things to do and explore. The destination flaunts brilliant transportation services that make getting around quite efficient and convenient for tourists. Apart from shopping and dining Singapore is full of natural attractions and cultural heritage sites from botanic gardens, nature parks to temples and museums.
• Best places to visit
1. Universal Studios
2. Gardens By The Bay
3. Singapore Flyer
4. Sentosa Island
• Things to do
1. Dine on a Night Safari tram
2. Explore streets of Chinatown
3. Try Gelato Ice-cream at Gelatissimo
4. Float in the world’s largest rooftop Infinity Pool
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Hong Kong Travel Guide
Hong Kong is the world’s most visited city it offers you with its iconic skyline, a legendary Kitchen and a lush green nature were rare birds and colorful tradition thrives. For better or worse you are never alone because Hong Kong is densely populated. And please, excuse them when they scrape the sky because it owns the world’s largest collection of sky scrapers. It is a place where bamboo and concrete jungles unite as it extends 50 storey high buildings so in that case bamboo is the safest, versatile and the most efficient option.
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South Africa Travel Guide
South Africa is a vast, diverse and a beautiful country. It is unique and is also known as “The World in One Country”. It is officially known as the Republic of South Africa offering orientation to the many jewels of the nation. Traveler will get to experience classic African scenery, combinations of landscapes, local people, history and culture and more. South Africa is also popularly known as the “adventure capital of the world” offering some exciting activities to experience on South Africa tour packages. Wildlife lovers come here from across the globe in search of “Big Five”, lion, buffalo, leopard, rhino and elephant. Apart from the wildlife and landscapes the destination also flaunts coral reefs, shark dives, white-water rafting, golden beaches, surfing and more. South Africa has almost 3000 kms of beautiful coastline for all sunbath lovers. One can also experience local and international cuisine which includes South Africa’s own famous wines.
Modern humans have resided at the Southern tip of Africa for than 100000 years and their ancestors were there for some 3.3 million years. South Africa history is divided into two phases based on broad patters of technology named Stone Age and Iron Age. In 1652, the Dutch East India Company landed the first European settlers on the Cape of Good Hope introducing a colony that by the end of the 18th century numbered about 15000. In 1795 the pilgrims attempted to set up an independent republic. In the wake of assuming control over the Cape Colony in that year, Britain took lasting belonging in 1815, toward the finish of Napoleonic Wars, bringing in 5000 pioneers.In 1867 the discovery of diamonds and gold brought a flood of “outlanders” nine years later into the republics. The discoveries led to new conflicts leading to an open warfare between Boer settlers and the British Empire, fought fundamentally for control over the nascent South African mining industry. As the Boer got defeated in South African war, the Union of South Africa was created as a self-governing dominion of the British Empire on 31st May 1910 in terms of the South Africa Act 1909, which united the four previously separate colonies named Cape Colony, Colony of Natal, Transvall Colony and Orange River Colony. South Africa became a completely sovereign country state within the British Empire. After decades of armed struggle, terrorism and international opposition, the African National Congress achieved victory in the country’s first democratic election.
South Africa is a famous tourism destination and the industry accounts for a considerable amount of the country’s revenue. It is a land of rich history and geographical diversity. South Africa tourism has the ideal mix of wildlife, adventure sports, coastlines, wineries and deserts. All of this is set against a bold cultural past that’s gone through up’s and down’s. But the country has moved forward and tourism has been a major contribution to its progress.
Best places to visit in South Africa:
1. Addo Elephant National Park
2. Cango Caves
3. Table Mountain
4. Johannesburg City
Things to do in South Africa:
1. Try shark cage diving
2. Admire the penguins at Boulders Beach
3. Snorkel with seals
4. Hop aboard the Franschhoek Wine Tram
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China the name alone makes you want to get packing. Some mysterious destinations of this classic nation will take you back in time to provide them the glimpse of the world’s oldest and admired treasures known to mankind. It is a country of spectacular diversity which has huge amount of charm attached to places to see in China for centuries. It is always been a source of inspiration and admiration for many travelers that ventured out in the unknown in search of magical land in the East. Culture and heritage that runs back as far as the beginning of humanity, tourist places to visit in China are an overwhelming adventure. Explore the nation full of diversity with our China Tour Packages.
Present day Chinese culture is a blend of old world traditions and a westernized lifestyle. The two of them co-exist like the traditional Yin Yang formula of balance. Ancient Chinese culture is older than 5000 years. Chinese culture history has huge diversity and variety. Whenever you think of visiting China, you probably think of food, the sights, and the history. Nearby, these things, you'll locate the Chinese individuals are what genuinely make this probably the best nation to visit on the earth. And China is surely a place with varied geography as it is situated in Southeast Asia along the coastline of the Pacific Ocean. And it is called as the world’s third largest country after Russia and Canada.
Here you will find a good pace ideal mix of ethnic and urban advancement through the history of China. China Tourism is a very integral part of China government to sustain the flow of foreign cash into the country. China allure for tourists is based on shopping and its possession of other ancient and modern attractions, mouth-watering cuisines and amazing sightseeing, explore and witness all of it our China Holiday Tour Packages.
Best Places to Visit in China
1. The Great Wall Of China
2. Jade Buddha Temple
3. Terracotta Warriors
4. Ancient City Wall
5. Ocean Kingdom Park and many more
Best Things to do in China
1. S0 troll the romantic West Lake
2. Interact with cute giant pandas
3. Climb up the Chinese mountain
4. Explore the Li River In Guilin
5. Experience ancient art in Mangao Grottoes
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Greece Travel Guide
It is very difficult for a Greece holiday to go wrong. Every corner of the destination has plenty to recommend it. It is easy to fall in love with Greece. The destination is known for over sixty inhabited islands, historic sites, idyllic beaches, tall mountains and variety of tourist attractions. Many people visit the destination to catch a ferry to the islands like Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes and more. Take off to this exceptional destination with Flamingo assuring a holiday to cherish for lifetime.
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Switzerland is beyond chocolates, cuckoo clocks and adventures, it is land of four languages and once in a life time experience. It is the heart of Europe and a versatile destination to make your holidays worthwhile with our Swiss holiday packages. Swiss mountains are simply breathtaking and are wonders to explore. The diversity of Switzerland is also reflected in its people as it is multi-cultural, multi-lingual, tolerant and open. It is absolute heaven for travelers. The advantage of Switzerland is that it can be easily explored using public transport. As you travel by bus or train through towns, fields and forests, the excellent view is surely something to be delighted in.
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Turkey is a rich historical land with some of the best cuisines you will ever taste; from beautiful scenery to beaches and mountains it is a great place to explore this incredible place with our Turkey holiday packages. It is a stunning destination that straddles Asia and Europe. Turkey is widely known for its vibrant culture, famous food, and vast history. Its glorious landscapes, Mediterrian Seaside resorts, and misty mountains are highlight in themselves. Get ready to have a long lasting impression of Turkey’s landscape on your mind. Watery fun includes diving, windsurfing, river rafting and much more.
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United Arab Emirates Travel Guide
For most people, UAE means just one place and that is Dubai for sure, but UAE is beyond the iconic skyscrapers of Dubai. It is also known for its palm shaped islands, city sized malls and indoor ski slopes. In North of Dubai there exists Sharjah which is the UAE’s art and heritage center where as Ras Al Khaimah is all about the beach with dash of adventurous activities thrown on it. And when you will head towards east you will find Hajar Mountains to experience a side of the UAE. But beyond the glitter awaits a diverse mosaic of six more emirates, which has its own character and allure. Fall in love with this exceptional beauty with our UAE tour packages.
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United States of America Travel Guide
The United States of America (USA), also commonly known as United States (US) or simply America, is a collective of 50 states and the District of Columbia. America is the third largest nation in the world – almost double the size of the European Union! Even the people living in USA may have been there for years and still feel like they have barely explored the country. From the sky-kissing skyscrapers of New York to the enormity of the Grand Canyon, from the neon lights in Las Vegas to cruising along the Pacific Coast – America’s man made wonders are as stunning as the natural ones and all are worth exploring on USA tour packages. Whether you are looking for a thrilling adventure of a lifetime or delving into the rich cultural diversity of the nation, America offers something to all travelers at all points of time. Its capital is Washington D.C. and the most heavily populated city is New York. It boasts of diverse geography, vegetation, climate and people.
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United Kingdom Travel Guide
This historic country is packed with the appeal for visitors from pulsing cities to stunning country side. This green and pleasant land is pioneer of parliamentary democracy. The United Kingdom is exhilarating and endlessly intriguing. It is unique country made up of four nations: England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Here, London remains the focal point due to its skyline, from its markets to its museums and its pubs to its palaces it’s a bonafied world city packed with diversities. As a country of course, the U.Ks urban centers are just one part of its allure. Britain is extremely beautiful, from Beatles to brave heart male voice- it stands as a country very much its own. Explore this stunning destination with our UK tour packages.
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Thinking of Rome, first thing that pops up in anyone’s mind would be its richness in art and architecture. Italy is considered as the birthplace of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance and is home to more UNESCO World Heritage cultural sites than any other country in the world. Beside the art treasures Italy also features dramatic coastline, alpine lakes and mountains. The destination highlights classic art, delicious regional cuisine and some of best fashion in the world. Explore this beautiful destination with Flamingo and enjoy every tiny bit of it.
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Mauritius Travel Guide
The mesmerizing destination Mauritius has plenty to offer to tourist from across the world. It is a quintessential island holiday destination offering alluring tropical waters to its landscapes flanked by green sugarcane and it’s literally got something for everyone. Visitors are completely sold by peace and tranquility by it’s amidst natural beauty. It is a very famous spot for honeymooners because of its beaches, islands, forts, parks, museums, shopping hubs and monuments. Pictures are never enough to describe this destination, so plan your holiday now!
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Nepal Travel Guide
Nepal is fluctuating with number of prayer flags; it is a trekker’s paradise, which combines Himalayan views, golden temples, charming hill villages and Jungle wildlife watching to offer world’s great travel destinations. It is an ultimate goal for mountain lovers. This is an ethereal country that can make each moment of yours memorable. This goes without saying that Nepal offers a glimpse of countries different aspects making travelers greedier for exploration. It witnesses the traditional craft, practicing and learning yoga and meditation. Explore this exceptionally beautiful destination with our Nepal holiday packages.
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Japan is a stunning destination where ancient traditions are fused with modern life. It is truly a country with endless discovery. The destination features Shinto Shrines, magnificent Buddhist temples, past trade footpaths, spectacular landscaped gardens, themed pet cafes, variety of art styles, and gastronomical delights. If you wish to explore a unique destination then Japan is the one for you. Much of its rich tradition is preserved well despite of its wars and natural devastation promising your tour to be a memorable adventure. The destination offers rich and awe-inspiring cultural heritage from ages ago.
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Indonesia Travel Guide
Indonesia is a country in the Indian and Pacific Oceans off the mainland of South-East Asia. It is an archipelago that lies across Equator and covers a distance of one-eighth of the circumference of the earth. The capital, Jakarta, is situated close to Java's northwest coast. Indonesia was the most populous country in Southeast Asia at the beginning of the 21st century and the fourth most populous in the world.
While it has land borders with Malaysia to the north and East Timor and Papua New Guinea to the east, its exclusive economic zone also reaches southern Australia; Palau, the Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore and northern Thailand; and northwestern India. With a large but rapidly sculpted amount of green forests on all its islands and halfway between the poles, Indonesia is referred to as the Emerald of Ecuador.
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Kenya Travel Guide
When you think of Africa, you are most likely thinking of Kenya. It is known for its dramatic extremes and classic contrasts, and drawing near to these cultures could just be highlight of your visit. Kenya is a land of Masai-mara of wildebeest and Zebras migrating in their millions and especially black rhinos managing to maintain their uncertain foothold. In short, it is the perfect place to answer Africa’s call of the wild. It is a country of epic landforms which makes it as a special continent, but to be very frank if you want something different then this is the perfect place you are looking for. Explore it with our International tour packages.
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Sri Lanka Travel Guide
Srilanka is the island of serendipity and it is all about full of romantic landscapes, stirring mountains, endless beeches, timeless ruins, welcoming people, fun trains, famous tea and flavorful food which makes it incredible in its own ways. The country has no shortage of beautiful inspiring spots, natural, historic and cultural so get ready to get perfect pictures than the next. It is also well known for elephant safari as elephants are important part of Sri Lankan culture. And it has so many natural wonders to offer, just enjoy your trip and make your visit worthwhile with this amazing destination with our Srilanka holiday packages.
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New Zealand is without a doubt one of the most impressive places on earth. Located in the southeast of Australia, it may seem like a long way to travel, but a visit to this enchanting place will be one of the most unforgettable trips of your lifetime. It is made up of two main islands and a host of smaller zones, New Zealand has an amazing range of breathtaking scenery from subtropical forests, beaches and offshore islands in the north to glaciers, lakes, snow-covered mountains, and large flat plains in the south. This heaven on earth consists of fjords, volcanoes, hot springs and beautiful rolling green pastures, and variety like no other place on earth. So, explore the best of New Zealand with our New Zealand Tour Packages.
A wide range of cultures is represented here, but New Zealand is an ex-British colony and the European influence remains strong. Local people of New Zealand are called Kiwi’s a, they are like a friendly bunch and always welcome visitors with a good smile. New Zealand is surely a place with varied geography as it split from the large landmass that joined Australia and Antarctica about 85 million years ago. Forests are full of an abundance of interesting plant life, from towering ancient kauri trees to fronds of nikau palms. You might also see a kiwi (the small flightless bird) that has now become the New Zealand’s national symbol.
Here you will find a good pace ideal mix of ethnic and urban advancement through the history of New Zealand. New Zealand Tourism is a very integral part of New Zealand’s government to sustain the flow of foreign cash into the country. New Zealand’s allure for tourists is based on shopping and its possession of other ancient and modern attractions, mouth-watering cuisines and amazing sightseeing, explore and witness all of it our New Zealand tour packages.
Best Places to visit in New Zealand
1. Sky Tower Auckland
2. Botanic Gardens
3. Waitomo Caves
4. Milford Sound Cruise
5. Franz Joseph Glacier Valley and many more
Things to do in New Zealand
1. Try Zorbing in Rotorua
2. Watch the sunset from Mt. Eden
3. Go on a whale watching cruise
4. Leap off the edge of the sky tower
5. Make your own pasta and eat it too.
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Canada is the second largest country in the world – it is not surprising then that it offers a wide variety of landscapes, cultures and activities to absorb. Whether you love adventure or love exploring the cities and towns or being one with nature, there’s something for all kind of travellers. From grasslands, to immaculate coastlines and snow-topped moutains, Canada is a treat to the eyes. It makes for a wonderful road-trip country. You can visit the famous Niagra Falls, take an old city walking tour in Quebec, go sight-seeing in Vancouver, experience and zipline adventure and go on a whale-watching tour. The people in Canada are also as diverse as its landscapes. It includes indigenous tribes as well as multicultural communities who have migrated for work. You may even check out the procdeure to get a working holiday visa in case you want to spend substantial time traversing the country. The countrys’ capital is Ottawa and the origin of the word ‘Canada’ tranlsates to a ‘village’.The currency here is the Canadian dollar.
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France is a romantic sunset view. It amazes travelers with its familiar culture; café terraces villages, Square markets. It is all about world class art and architecture. France is a top tourism destination with some 89 million visitors every year to feast on its extraordinary wealth of museums, galleries and hands on cultural experiences. Embrace the advantage of basic regular ceremonies being changed into remarkable minutes. Its great outdoors are thrilling, with endless opportunities and next adventure beginning. And this is where the beauty of la belle France lays is.
It is one of Europe's biggest nations as it is circumscribed by six nation’s different countries: Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg toward the upper east, Switzerland and Italy toward the southeast and Spain toward the southwest. The United Kingdom borders France through the English Channel. The nation is viewed as the door to Europe as there are a few substantial global air ports (two of these can be found in Paris), ferry terminals and the French rail service. Fall in love with this beauty with our France holiday packages.
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Czech Republic Travel Guide
Explore the destination straight out of fairy tales. Czech Republic is also known as “land of stories” and for travelers craving for something of the European Path, Czech Republic is the perfect destination to explore the European taste. It is a favorite destination for people who are fond of old architecture, monasteries, charming natural wonders, historic cities as well as ancient castles. The country covers an area of just 78,866 sq kms and flaunts 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore Czech Republic with Flamingo and experience all of it where history comes to life.
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Fletchers celebrate generations of local engineering with spectacular graffiti mural wall
Fletchers Engineering are proud of the long history and heritage of engineering in Eccles and across Manchester.
So after recently moving into our new workshop and offices, we saw the vast brick wall of our new premises as a blank canvas – and knew we needed to do something spectacular with it.
We called on graffiti mural artist Russ Meehan (also known to the graffiti art community as Qubek) to give the wall a new lease of life.
The results are simply stunning and pay perfect tribute to some of the greatest achievements of engineering in Eccles and Greater Manchester.
What’s on the Fletchers mural wall?
The huge Fletchers mural wall contains several elements chosen from centuries of engineering excellence in Eccles and Manchester:
The Nasmyth Steam Hammer invented by James Nasmyth, former occupant of the premises that are now our workshop and offices. An original Nasmyth Steam Hammer can still be seen at the entrance to Nasmyth Business Park.
The Royal Ordnance Factory (ROF) which took over the site from Nasmyth in 1940 for the manufacture of bolts and gun barrels for Chieftain tanks and remained until 1987, when the site was purchased by British Aerospace.
Barton Road Swing Bridge which is just south of Patricroft and, along with the neighbouring Barton Swing Aqueduct, is a shining example of local engineering expertise and innovative problem-solving.
We chose these iconic images of past engineers and present-day local landmarks as a way to pay homage to the ever-changing face of engineering in Eccles and particularly in Patricroft, where Nasmyth Business Park is located.
Who is Russ Meehan?
This epic artwork would not have been possible without the incredible artistic talents of Russ Meehan, whose work you may have seen in many parts of Manchester City Centre and across the wider region of Greater Manchester as a whole.
Russ works under the pseudonym ‘Qubek’ in graffiti art circles and his large-scale wall murals have become a real hallmark of the city’s creative communities, including in areas like the Northern Quarter.
Manchester’s industrial buildings with their large expanse of brick walls make the perfect backdrop for graffiti art on this scale, allowing artists like Russ to produce work that can be truly breath-taking when you first see it.
You can see more of Russ’s production process on the Fletchers mural wall and similar projects elsewhere in the city on his Twitter profile, @graffiti_russ.
Come and see the Fletchers mural wall
We’d love for you to see the Fletchers mural wall up close and in person. Come down to Nasmyth Business Park and we’ll be happy to show off this incredible artwork to anyone who’s interested.
It’s an excellent opportunity to think back to the origins of engineering in Patricroft – especially with the surviving Nasmyth Steam Hammer to see at the main gate too – as well as more recent developments like Barton Road Swing Bridge and the hugely important work carried out here by ROF Patricroft during World War II.
Find us at 10 James Nasmyth Way, Nasmyth Business Park, Patricroft, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0SF. You can also see a video of the finished mural on our Twitter page, @Fletchers_Eng.
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Day 1 - Southampton Protected from the frequent storms of the English Channel by the Isle of Wight, Southampton has survived a turbulent history to serve as a principal port of the United Kingdom today. Pay homage to one of the most famous ships to sail these shores at the Mayflower Memorial. Visit the stoic walls of Bargate and the Tudor House Museum.
Day 2 - At Sea
Day 3 - Dublin Explore the Dubliana exhibit to see Dublin life from 1170 to 1540. Ireland's thriving yet elegant capital sits at the mouth of the River Liffey. Visit a castle. Take a walking tour. Shop O'Connell Street. Have a pint at the Guinness Brewery. Explore more of Dublin on a European cruise!
Day 4 - Liverpool Located in northwest England, Liverpool is a bustling maritime city. Dating back to the 13th century, Liverpool boasts some of the country's best museums and galleries and a rich cultural heritage. The city is home to a well-known symphony orchestra and two world-class professional football (soccer) teams. And of course, every Beatles fan knows Liverpool as the hometown of the world-famous band.
Day 5 - Glasgow (Greenock) Cruise ships follow the River Clyde into the centre of one of the most exciting cities in Great Britain. Glasgow showcases a mixture of architectural gems, from ancient castles and a magnificent 12th century cathedral, to the urban chic of revitalised neighbourhoods featuring cutting-edge bars and restaurants.
Day 6 - Kirkwall, Orkney Isles This starkly beautiful island holds many ancient treasures like the mysterious Standing Stones of Stenness and the 5,000-year-old village of Skara Brae, which was discovered with the furniture and indoor drains preserved. Make sure to visit the striking trio of St. Magnus Cathedral, the nearby ruins of the Earl's Palace and Bishop's Palace. After touring, stop in a pub to chow down on salmon and lamb dishes with the locals. And ask them about the wide range of Kirkwall's specialty items, which includes cashmere, whiskey and crafts.
Day 7 - Inverness Inverness is a city in the glorious Scottish Highlands. Teeming with bagpipe players and enthusiasts thanks to the city's annual Northern Meeting in September, Inverness also boasts a diverse music scene. Gaelic was the native language until the turn of the 19th century.
Day 8 - Edinburgh Golfers will love a scenic drive to St. Andrews, birthplace of the challenging sport. This capital city has thousands of years of history, incredible views, and the world's largest art festival. Tour Craigmillar, Dalhousie and Edinburgh Castles or see the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Day 10 - Southampton Protected from the frequent storms of the English Channel by the Isle of Wight, Southampton has survived a turbulent history to serve as a principal port of the United Kingdom today. Pay homage to one of the most famous ships to sail these shores at the Mayflower Memorial. Visit the stoic walls of Bargate and the Tudor House Museum.
After an extensive renovation in 2015, Norwegian Star is shining brighter than ever.With new dining choices like the popular, 24-hour O’Sheehan’s Neighbourhood Bar & Grill, revamped menus in the complimentary Ginza Asian-fusion restaurant and two new watering holes – the 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar and Mojito Sugarcane Bar, you’ll be spoilt for choice. In total, that’s 17 delicious dining choices and authentic cuisine from around the world, along with 11 distinctive bars and lounges. Treat yourself in the tranquil Mandara Spa®, work out in the Fitness Centre and look forward to entertaining evenings. From lavish shows in the Stardust Theatre to casino action and dancing in the oceanview Spinnaker Lounge, every night is party night. With more than ever happening on-board the cruise ship itself, make sure that you take a look at the Norwegian Star tabs for more detail, including state rooms, the deck plan, and what’s on-board.
Food and Drink: Cagney's Steak House, Java Cafe, La Cucina Italian Restaurant, Star Bar, Bar, Versailles Dining Room, Champagne Bar, 24-hour Room Service, Ice Cream Bar, Soho Room, Bistro, Sushi Bar, Teppanyaki, Bier Garten Grill, La Trattoria , Spinnakar Lounge, Endless Summer, Topsiders Bar & Grill, Blue Lagoon, Le Bistro French Restaurant, Ginza Asian
Recreational: Outdoor Pool, Library, Golf Nets, Nightclub
Entertainment: Cinema, Carousel Bar & Night Club, Theatre
Other: Medical Centre, Photo Gallery, Shore Excursion Office, Chapel
Fitness: Sports Court, Jogging Track, Volleyball, Basketball, Fitness Center
Relaxation: Whirlpool, Hot Tubs
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Lot 212 (Christmas Art & Antiques, 1st December 2020)
A Victorian yellow metal half hinged bangle set with pearls.
A Victorian yellow metal 28mm wide half hinged bangle set with pearls, the eighteen 3mm pearls set along the centre front with a finely pierced border and shot work edge, plain back, tongue snap fastener, internal dimensions 55mm x 47mm, approximate weight 46.4gms.
Please see further images uploaded to our website.
The bangle tests as gold but is not marked. It may have been gilded with a higher carat gold than the base material, the clasp and hinge are working, the pearls are all fairly matched, some small dents to back of bangle. Please see photograph where the bangle has been tested previously (not by ourselves), our test mark is to the side of the tongue snap, there is a slightly darker bloom in parts.
Vendors are reminded that the Vendor’s Conditions of Sale and Terms of Agreement are incorporated into Gilding’s Ltd. Entry Form.
The Auctioneers, Gilding`s Ltd., have absolute discretion to divide any lot, to combine any two or more lots or to withdraw any lot from the sale, to refuse bids, regulate bidding or to cancel the sale without in any case giving any reason, or without any previous notice.
Any instructions given to the Auctioneers over the telephone, by fax or through the internet by vendors or prospective buyers are accepted at the vendors or prospective buyers risk and must, in any event, be confirmed in writing.
Gildings Ltd. act only as agents for the vendor. At his discretion, the auctioneer may bid on behalf of the vendor for all goods which are being offered, subject to reserve or otherwise.
The highest bidder shall be the buyer. The auctioneer may, at his sole discretion, determine the advance of the bidding or refuse a bid. If during the auction the auctioneer considers that a dispute has arisen he has absolute discretion to settle the dispute or re-offer the lot. The auctioneers may only re-offer if a bidder contests a matter immediately, and before the offering of the next lot.
The auctioneers accept no responsibility for the accuracy of any statement, whether printed in the catalogue, published on the internet or made orally, as to grading, authorship, attribution, genuineness, origin, date, age, provenance and/or condition. All such statements are statements of opinion and are not to be taken as being, or implying, warranties, guarantees or representations of fact. The Auctioneers reserve the right in forming their opinion, to consult and rely on any expert or authority considered by them to be reliable.
Ample opportunity is given for inspection. Each purchaser, by making a bid for a lot, is deemed to have knowledge of all the Conditions of Sale and to have satisfied themselves as to the physical condition and accuracy of the description of the lot, including, but not restricted to, whether the lot is damaged or has been repaired.
All lots are sold as shown, with all faults, imperfections and errors of description. However, if within seven days of the sale of any lot, the buyer gives notice in writing to the auctioneers that the lot sold is a “forgery” *, and if within fourteen days of giving such notice the buyer returns the lot in the same condition as it was at the time of the sale to the premises of the auctioneers and there is shown, to the satisfaction of the auctioneers, that having regard to the catalogue description the lot sold is a “forgery”, the auctioneers are authorised to, and will, rescind the sale and refund the purchase price received by them. This right is limited to the buyer and may not be assigned.
Each lot, at the fall of the hammer, will be at the risk of the purchaser and will be taken away at the purchaser's risk and expense on the day of the sale unless prior arrangements have been made with the auctioneers (see clause 12). In the event of any liability upon the auctioneers in respect of any loss, this shall be restricted to a maximum of the price paid by the buyer.
The title of the goods shall not pass to the buyer until the purchase price has been paid in full and including the premium at the stated rate.
Each purchaser will be required to register in order to bid at the auction and if successful may be required to pay immediately a percentage of the purchase price. If the buyer fails to comply with these requirements the lot may, at the auctioneer's sole discretion, be put up again and resold. No lots may be taken away until paid for and a pass obtained from the auctioneers.
All lots must be paid for on the day of sale. Purchasers who intend to pay by cheque must make arrangements with the auctioneers prior to the auction. Gildings have a debit card maximum limit of £3000, amounts in excess of this figure must be paid by bank transfer. All international purchasers must make payment by bank transfer or debit card in person.
If any lot is not paid for and removed in accordance with the provisions of the Conditions of Sale, then the Auctioneers may, without prejudice to any other right they have, remove, store and insure the lot/s at the expense of the defaulting buyer. A contingency storage charge of £10 per lot per week for small lots and £30 per lot per week for furniture lots will come into effect 14 days after the date of sale. If after the expiry of fourteen days from the date of the sale, the purchaser is still in default, the Auctioneers may resell the lot/s, either by public auction or private contract. The purchaser, making such default, shall be liable for any deficiency arising from such resale and for resulting expenses. Any surplus arising shall belong to the auctioneer.
The buyers premium shall be the same for all buyers where the service offered is the same. Bidders in the room shall pay a premium of 20% plus VAT on the hammer price.
i) Any lot(s) purchased online directly via www.gildings.co.uk Live Bidding will not attract any additional surcharge. In completing the bidder registration via gildings.co.uk and providing your registered bank card details and unless alternative arrangements are agreed with Gildings Limited you; (i) authorise Gildings Limited, if they so wish, to charge the debit card given in part or full payment, including all fees, for items successfully purchased in the sale via gildings.co.uk, and (ii) confirm that you are authorised to provide these debit card details to Gildings Limited through gildings.co.uk and agree that Gildings Limited are entitled to ship the goods to the cardholder’s name and cardholder’s address provided in fulfilment of the sale.
ii) Any lot(s) purchased online through the ATG Media Live Auction facility www.the-saleroom.com will attract an additional charge for this service in the sum of 4.95% of the hammer price plus VAT at the current rate. In completing the bidder registration on www.the-saleroom.com and providing your registered bank card details and unless alternative arrangements are agreed with Gildings Limited you; (i) authorise Gildings Limited, if they so wish, to charge the debit card given in part or full payment, including all fees, for items successfully purchased in the sale via the-saleroom.com, and (ii) confirm that you are authorised to provide these debit card details to Gildings Limited through www.the-saleroom.com and agree that Gildings Limited are entitled to ship the goods to the cardholder’s name and cardholder’s address provided in fulfilment of the sale.
iii) Any lot(s) purchased online through www.invaluable.com (Invaluable) will not attract any additional surcharge. In completing the bidder registration on Invaluable and providing your registered bank card details and unless alternative arrangements are agreed with Gildings Limited you; (i) authorise Gildings Limited, if they so wish, to charge the debit card given in part or full payment, including all fees, for items successfully purchased in the sale via Invaluable, and (ii) confirm that you are authorised to provide these debit card details to Gildings Limited through Invaluable and agree that Gildings Limited are entitled to ship the goods to the cardholder’s name and cardholder’s address provided in fulfilment of the sale.
Gilding’s Ltd. reserve the right to illustrate any lot offered for auction and will use such photographs/digital images, both before and after the auction, at their discretion. The copyright in respect of such illustrations shall be the property of us, the auctioneers, as is the text of the catalogue.
The export of any lot from the United Kingdom, or import into another country, may be subject to licences being granted. It is the buyers responsibility to obtain any relevant import or export licence/s. The denial of any such licence or delay in obtaining a licence shall not justify the rescission or cancellation of the sale.
Droit de Suite – the Artist`s Resale Right
Droit de Suite is a royalty payable to a qualifying artist or the artist`s heirs each time a work is re-sold during the artist`s lifetime and for a period up to 70 years following the artist`s death.
Following the introduction of the Artist`s Resale Right Regulations Gilding’s has decided an amount equal to the resale royalty will be collected from the buyer of a work of art covered by these Regulations. This will then be passed to the relevant collecting agency.
Resale Royalty applies where the hammer prices is €1000 or more. Resale royalty does not apply when the hammer price is less than €1,000. The total amount of Resale Royalty on any one sale or lot shall not exceed €12,500.
The Resale Royalty amount is calculated as follows:
Royalty for the portion of the Hammer Price
From 0 to €50,000 euro4%
From €50,000.01 to €200,000 euro3%
From €200,000.01 to €350,000 euro1%
From €350,000.01 to €500,000 euro0.5%
Exceeding €500,000 euro0.25%
Invoices will be issued in Pounds Sterling. For the purposes of calculating the Resale Royalty, the Pounds Sterling/Euro rate of exchange will be the European Central Bank reference rate on the date of the sale.
Each time you bid on a lot covered by the ARR, you agree to pay an amount equal to the resale royalty, if you are the successful bidder. This amount will be added to your invoice.
Lots which may be affected by Droit de Suite – the Artists Resale Right will be identified by the symbol “AR” next to the lot number.
Vendors Commission
Commission of 18% including VAT is payable by the Vendor on the first £1000 of the hammer price plus 12% including VAT thereafter.
A lotting fee of £6 is payable by the vendor on all lots entered for sale (VAT inclusive).
Lots will be sold at the Auctioneer’s discretion. If you wish to apply a reserve, you must do so in writing a least three working days prior to the sale. All lots without a reserve will be sold to the highest bidder. Please be advised that unsold lots against a reserve are subject to a 5% buying in fee at the absolute discretion of the Auctioneer.
Gilding’s Ltd accept liability for loss & damage to any item consigned for sale up to but not exceeding the lower estimate or reserve agreed.
Transport is available using our in house service. A quote can be provided upon request.
Buyers Premium at a rate of 18% including VAT on the hammer price is payable by the buyers of all lots. This shall be collected and retained by the Auctioneers. Where indicated by an asterisk in the catalogue VAT is payable on the hammer price.
This symbol “AR” indicates works which may be subject to the Droit de Suite or Artist’s Resale Right, which took effect in the United Kingdom on 14th February 2006. We are required to collect a royalty payment for all qualifying works of art. Under new legislation which came into effect on 1st January 2012, this applies to living artists and artists who have died in the last 70 years. This royalty will be charged to the buyer on the hammer price and in addition to the buyer’s premium. See Terms and Conditions for Buyers for details.
All Gilding’s Limited charges, including lotting, commission, photography, advertising, transport and any other services provided, are subject to VAT at the current rate.
Any notice by the Auctioneers to a Vendor consignor, prospective bidder or buyer may be given by first class mail to the addressee’s last address known to the Auctioneers and if so given shall be deemed to have been duly received by the addressee 48 hours after posting.
These Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English Law. All transactions to which these Conditions apply and all matters connected with them shall also be governed by English Law.
The Auctioneers shall have the right at their discretion to refuse admission to their premises or attendance at their auctions by any person.
The Auctioneers means Gilding’s Limited of The Mill, Market Harborough.
The Vendor means the person or persons named on the schedule hereto. Where the Vendor comprises two or more persons the singular used in these Conditions shall include the plural and any obligations on the part of the Seller should be joint and several.
The Property shall mean the items identified on the schedule hereto.
The Buyer shall mean a person or persons including a firm or company making the highest bid for the Property or any part thereof whose bid shall exceed or be equal to the reserve, if any, under Condition 9.
If there should be any dispute as to who is the Buyer the Auctioneer’s decision on this point shall be final. If a bidder acts for any person who is not bidding, the bidder shall be jointly and severally liable with that person for satisfaction of all obligations and liabilities of the Buyer.
The Auctioneers are instructed by the Vendor to act as the Vendor’s agents to sell the Property by auction or private treaty subject to the Conditions.
The Vendor warrants to Gilding’s Limited and to the Buyer that he is the true owner of the Property or is properly authorised to sell the Property by the true owner free from all incumbrances. The Vendor of the property not held by the Auctioneers on their sale premises or under their control, warrants and undertakes to the Auctioneers and the Buyer that the property will be available and in a deliverable state on demand by the Buyer.
The Vendor will indemnify Gilding’s Limited its servants and agents and the Buyer against any liability under the Misrepresentation Act 1987 or the Consumer Protection Act 1987 or any statutory re-enactment thereof and any breach of these Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Whilst every effort will be made by the Auctioneers to catalogue the Property correctly the Auctioneers shall not be liable to the Vendor for any errors in the catalogue description and the Vendor shall be liable to the Buyer for any errors in the catalogue description whether or not such errors entitle the Buyer to rescind the sale under the Auctioneers Conditions of Sale by auction and omission to the salerooms.
The Vendor authorises the Auctioneers to sell their Property on the basis that they are sold as seen with all faults, imperfections and errors of description.
The Auctioneers as agents for the seller are not authorised to give any warranty in respect of the Property or any part thereof and the Auctioneers should exclude any and every implied condition or warranty relating to the Property otherwise except the warranty as to title implied under Section 12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979.
The Vendor warrants that all information supplied to the Auctioneers is accurate and indemnifies the Auctioneers against any liability however arising in respect of any inaccuracies in the above information and against all costs and expenses incurred by or on the Auctioneers behalf in dealing with any claim arising in that respect.
All Properties are put up for sale without reserve unless written instructions are received at least 48 hours prior to the Sale or indeed a reserve is entered in the schedule hereto.
Where a Vendor cancels instructions for sale or where a lot is withdrawn for any reason other than misattribution or authenticity Gilding’s Limited reserves the right to charge a fee equal to the Vendor’s unsold commission of 5% of the reserve or in the absence of a reserve by reference to an estimated price reasonably fixed by the Auctioneers, plus VAT at the prevailing rate at the date of the Sale from which the goods are withdrawn.
After any auction if Property remains unsold the Auctioneers shall be authorised to sell the Property at the next appropriate Sale unless otherwise instructed by the Vendor that the Property is withdrawn under Condition 9.
If the Property is unsold against a reserve the Auctioneers shall be authorised to sell the Property at their earliest convenience without any reserve being applied unless a revised reserve is notified to the Auctioneers at least 48 hours prior to the next appropriate Sale.
Should a dispute arise the Auctioneers are authorised by the Vendor to determine the dispute and to put up the Property again at the last undisputed bid.
The Vendor authorises the Auctioneers to bid on his behalf at their discretion up to the amount of the reserve to buy in the Property on the Vendor’s behalf as unsold below the reserve or to withdraw the Property as unsold if the reserve is not reached.
No Vendor may bid nor may any third party bid on a Vendor’s behalf.
The Vendor authorises the Auctioneers to bid on behalf of those persons who have left with them before the Auction written authority to bid on their behalf, neither the Auctioneers nor their servants or agents being responsible for any neglect or default relating to bids left to be made in that way, or for any failure of telecommunications relating to bids made.
The Auctioneers are authorised to take reasonable steps to regulate the bidding and to refuse undesirable bids at their discretion.
The Auctioneers have the Vendor’s authority to divide any lot, to combine any two or more lots or withdraw any lot or lots from the Sale.
The Vendor authorises Gilding’s Limited to deduct commission at the stated rates, plus VAT at the prevailing rate on the date of the Sale, in addition to expenses from the hammer price and acknowledges Gilding’s Limited right to retain the Buyers Premium payable by the Buyer in accordance with Gilding’s Limited Conditions of Sale.
The Auctioneers may deduct their commission and charges from any sum received by them from the Buyer and authorised by the Vendor to retain possession of the Property until such time as all charges relating to the goods and the Sale price plus Buyers Premium and VAT have been paid provided the Auctioneers have been duly paid by the Buyer subject to the Conditions of Sale.
The Auctioneers shall pay the Vendor the net proceeds of the Sale less any sum due to the Auctioneers from the Vendor less any charges incurred within 28 days of the date of the Sale BUT if by that date the Auctioneers have not received the total amount due from the Buyer, then the Auctioneers will remit the sum due to the Vendor within five working days after the date on which the total amount is received from the Buyer.
The Auctioneers act as the Vendor’s agents and are not liable to the Vendor for any default by the Buyer.
If the property or any part thereof sold as a separate lot prove to be a deliberate forgery the Vendor authorises the Auctioneers to repay the Buyer the purchase price including Buyers Premium and VAT already paid by the Buyer and the Vendor shall pay to the Auctioneers a sum equal to the Buyers Premium plus VAT at the prevailing rate and in addition Conditions 11 and 18 shall apply.
The Vendor undertakes to notify the Auctioneers of any change of address and shall be deemed to have had due and proper notice of any matters relating to these Conditions.
The Auctioneers reserve the right to store or arrange for the storage of Property delivered to them for sale, either on their own premises or elsewhere, at their sole discretion.
If the Property is left in the Auctioneers possession for 14 days after written notification to the Vendor to remove them the Auctioneers will charge storage at £12 per lot per week for furniture and £2 per lot per week for small items plus VAT at the prevailing rate and are authorised by the Vendor to sell the Property at their discretion to defray costs and storage charges.
Unless otherwise instructed Gilding’s Limited will cover all Property whilst in their custody against the risk of fire, burglary and water damage (but not against accidental breakage or damage) for which the Vendor will be charged 1% of the hammer price plus VAT at the prevailing rate on the day of sale, or if unsold, the reserve price or if no reserve by reference to an estimated price reasonably fixed by the Auctioneers. In respect of any article delivered to Gilding’s Limited if the Vendor has in force a policy or policies of insurance in which the article is specifically mentioned as being insured, whether or not for an agreed sum or value, the Vendor shall notify his insurers of and shall himself note Gilding’s Limited’s interest as bailee in such policy or policies.
The Vendor of electrical or mechanical goods warrants and undertakes to Gilding’s Limited that at the date on which the Property is consigned to Gilding’s Limited that the same are safe if reasonably used for the purpose for which they were designed and free from any defect not obvious on external inspection which could prove dangerous to human life or health and will indemnify Gilding’s Limited, its servants and all agents against any loss or damage suffered by any of them in consequence of any breach or alleged breach of the above warranty and undertaking.
Any Properties which the Auctioneers consider unsaleable or in any way unsuitable may be returned to the Vendor or disposed of at the Auctioneers discretion for which a charge will be incurred and is payable by the Vendor.
The Auctioneers assume the right to take and use photographs at their discretion for which a contribution shall be made by the Vendor to a maximum of £36 per colour photograph, VAT inclusive.
The Auctioneers will charge a fee for formal Valuations undertaken on behalf of prospective Vendors. This fee shall be retained and returned in the event of the majority of the chattels being received for sale upon instructions received within one calendar month.
A charge will be incurred solely at the discretion of the Auctioneers for verbal Valuations made on behalf of prospective Vendors. This shall be refunded to the Vendor in the event of instructions received to proceed with the sale of Vendor’s Property within one calendar month of an initial valuation.
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Sales Simulation and Podcasts
How do you change a sales culture to increase cross-selling of multiple solutions and improve consultative selling skills? How do you maintain the momentum of a successful annual sales conference once the sales force is back to their daily grind? How do you prepare the sales force for an intensive, two-day consultative selling skills class they aren’t sure they need? These were the challenges faced by Optum, part of United Healthcare.
Optum turned to the Gronstedt Group to develop a suite of innovative, character-rich, story-centered learning simulations and talk-radio style podcasts. Characters from the dramatized scenarios called in with questions to the guests of the Cross-Selling and Up-Selling Café podcast radio show.
The program was announced at the National Sales Conference with the trailer. The first online video module was launched the following week. Six video “webisode” modules and six podcasts were launched in alternating weeks for 12 weeks. The success stories of the sales leaders featured in the podcasts have inspired the sales organization.
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Grant Thornton launches Inclusion Advisory Board (IAB)
Grant Thornton UK LLP today announces the appointment of a new Inclusion Advisory Board (IAB). Consisting of 12 people from across the business, the IAB has been appointed to support high-quality, inclusive decision making at board level and to offer development opportunities to a wide range of talent.
The IAB will provide robust, structured support and challenge to the firm’s Strategic Leadership Team (SLT) to help ensure that the decisions they make are informed by a diverse range of views. Members will serve for a period of two years.
Dave Dunckley, CEO at Grant Thornton UK LLP, said:
“The IAB is a forum to make inclusive decisions about every aspect of our firm. As the world begins the process of rethinking our futures, we will be making fundamental decisions which impact all of us in different ways for many years. Having the diversity of thought, background and experience which the Inclusion Advisory Board brings will improve the quality of these decisions and the impact that they have on for our people and clients.”
The individuals appointed to the Inclusion Advisory Board were selected by the Grant Thornton Strategic Leadership Team (SLT) from an open call for applications to all employees and partners of the firm. The 12 successful candidates range from associate to director level and represent a diverse range of backgrounds, career stages and experience. They have been selected for their passion and commitment to inclusion.
Chaired by a member of the Grant Thornton SLT, the Inclusion Advisory Board presents an excellent opportunity for individuals who aspire to senior leadership roles in the firm. Members will be asked to share their views on strategic matters with the SLT, to gain exposure to strategic decision-making and influence decisions before they are made.
Anne Langton, Global Mobility Manager, People & Culture, is an IAB member. She says:
“I am passionate about inclusion because, while every one of us has the untapped potential and ability to contribute greatly, we all aren’t given the opportunity, voice and support we need to do so. Leading with an inclusive perspective is not the opposite of being commercial; when we amplify and advocate for diverse voices and perspectives, we achieve better decision making and results.”
Avtar Sohal, Public Assurance Director, also sits on the IAB. He adds:
“I am excited to be a part of the Inclusion Advisory Board and will look to promote positive and lasting change in the firm. As a second generation British Asian from a working-class background, I have had to overcome many obstacles in relation to acceptance and inclusion and have dealt with discrimination from an early age. The challenges I have faced are like those faced by many others from diverse backgrounds. I want to use my experiences to help build a workplace culture which celebrates inclusiveness and diversity.”
The other board members are:
Preeth Channa, Audit Assistant Manager
Jo Crowhurst, Audit Manager
Neil Davis, Audit Senior Manager
Vincent Egunlae, Audit Associate
Bethan Gill, People Advisory Associate Director
Rosamond Murphy, Special Projects Senior Manager
Anam Shahzad, Public Sector Assurance Associate
Matt Stringer, Tax Director
Samantha Street, Insolvency Associate Director
Marina Simmons, Advisory Director
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A Stew Leonard’s employee stocks meat on May 6, 2020, at the company’s flagship Norwalk, Conn. With grocery stores having operated under “Safe Stores” rules in Connecticut for more than a month, other business establishments began getting fresh sets of “protocols” from the office of Gov. Ned Lamont as they ready to resume normal operations with safeguards against the spread of coronavirus.
West Haven, Connecticut - Saturday, May 9, 2020: The greater West Haven area community parade their vehicles in a surprise drive-by Saturday at the West Haven home of first responder Pat D'Amato, an EMT for AMR Ambulance, thanking him for his heroism working as an EMT in the hardest hit areas of New York City during the Covid-19 / Coronavirus pandemic. D'Amato recently returned from New York. Along with local police cruisers, firetrucks, and an AMR ambulance, approximately 200 cars and trucks paraded by his home. The parade was organized by West Haven Birthday Parades organizer Kevin Ward and West Haven High School Band Director Cassandra Marcella.
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Home Instead Franchise Owner Coleman Gately looks on as caregiver Tisha Iannacone grabs a flower basket for Mother's Day at Home Instead's offices in Norwalk, Conn., on Saturday May 8, 2020. The flowers, donated through Lowe's, were delivered staff caregivers and the mothers and grandmothers they work with who may feel socially isolated on Mother's Day because of the coronavirus.
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Home Instead Franchise Owners Heather and Coleman Gately deliver flower baskets for Mother's Day to a home in New Canaan, Conn., on Saturday May 8, 2020. The flowers, donated through Lowe's, were delivered to staff caregivers and the mothers and grandmothers they work with who may feel socially isolated on Mother's Day because of the coronavirus.
Medical personnel of DOCS Urgent Care Stamford administer a COVID-19 nasal swab tests to residents of Stamford's Westside at a walk up testing site for the Coronavirus at AME Bethel Church in Stamford, Connecticut on May 2, 2020.
Owners Sandra and Miguel Pittman outside their popular Sandra's Next Generation restaurant in New Haven, Conn. on Sunday, May 10, 2020. They said aspects of their business, like catering, have been adversely affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Customers wear masks as they shop for flowers and other plantings at Filanowski Farms on Wheelers Farm Road in Milford, Conn. on Thursday, May 7, 2020.
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A sign outlines social distancing at Van Wilgen's Garden Mart on the Post Road in Milford, Conn. on Thursday, May 7, 2020.
Gov. Ned Lamont spoke in front of Northbridge Health Care Center in Bridgeport last week, thanking the staff.
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Ella Unger, 8, and Peter Unger, of Harrison, N.Y., practice ollies on their skateboards at Bruce Park on a sunny day in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, May 3, 2020. With a high temperature in the upper-70s, the town saw lots of exhausted quarantiners active on the streets and in the parks.
Guilford, Connecticut, Saturday, May 2, 2020: People enjoy the warmth and sunshine Saturday at Jacob's Beach in Guilford during the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic.
Alisa, left, of New York, and Lola, of Stamford, both 8, lounge on Lisa Katzen's 1976 sculpture "Priapos" at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park on a sunny day in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, May 3, 2020. With a high temperature in the upper-70s, the town saw lots of exhausted quarantiners active on the streets and in the parks.
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A group of people practiced social distancing by marking their area in the sand at Cove Island Beach in Stamford on Sunday.
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Groups of people gather Sunday at beaches in Milford, including Silver Sands State Park, which was closed to new visitors by the afternoon when the parking lot reached capacity.
Two women wear masks while walking down Greenwich Avenue on a sunny day in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, May 3, 2020. With a high temperature in the upper-70s, the town saw lots of exhausted quarantiners active on the streets and in the parks.
Madison, Connecticut, Saturday, May 1, 2020: People enjoy the warmth and sunshine Saturday at the Surf Club town beach in Madison during the Covid-19 / Coronavirus pandemic.
Cos Cob's Arlene and Tony Chioditti walk their dog, Riley, through Bruce Park on a sunny day in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, May 3, 2020. With a high temperature in the upper-70s, the town saw lots of exhausted quarantiners active on the streets and in the parks.
Greenwich residents Roman and Nicole Josiger catch some sun at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park on a sunny day in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, May 3, 2020. With a high temperature in the upper-70s, the town saw lots of exhausted quarantiners active on the streets and in the parks.
Guilford, Connecticut, Saturday, May 2, 2020: Francisco Mira of New York City and his son Max, 3, who are staying with family in Guilford due to the impact of the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic on New York City, enjoy the warmth and sunshine Saturday as they play in the sand Jacob's Beach in Guilford.
Guilford, Connecticut, Saturday, May 2, 2020: Ronald Jost of Guilford enjoys the warmth and sunshine Saturday at Jacob's Beach in Guilford during the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic.
Guilford, Connecticut, Saturday, May 2, 2020: Mario Bruno of Glastonbury, left, with his daughters Karina, 13, center, and Isabella, 16, right, as the fly a kite together while enjoying the e warmth and sunshine Saturday at Jacob's Beach in Guilford during the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic.
Soan Rosario and Bob Maars (right) assemble a Bio-Med CrossVent ventilator in March 2020 at the Guilford, Conn. facility of Bio-Med Devices, which expanded production hours to meet demand for new ventilators during the COVID-19 pandemic of coronavirus.
Dr. JD Sidana of DOCS Urgent Care Stamford administers a COVID-19 nasal swab test on Robert Hayes, 73, of Stamford at a walk up testing site for the Coronavirus at AME Bethel Church in Stamford, Connecticut on May 2, 2020. Over 200 tests were perform by medical professinals for residents of Stamford's Westside.
More than 150 cars honk to protest the anticipated cuts to Greenwich public school budget outside of Town Hall last Sunday. The cuts have gone through but the backlash has not let up.
Nurse Practitioner Julianna Barresi, APRN, at right, adjusts her glasses under her face shield that has fogged up during tests for the Coronavirus at the Family Center at Wilbur Peck Court in Greenwich, Connecticut on May 1, 2020. Some 60 Rapid Covid-19 test were performed, yielding results in less than a day.
A woman wearing a face mask because of the coronavirus pandemic traverses the New Haven Green Monday in the rain.
George Robinson, of Danbury, has his vitals taken by Courtney Cass, right, for a coronavirus test at AFC Urgent Care on Main Street in Danbury, Conn, Thursday, April 23, 2020. Robinson has had two prior tests return positive and was getting his third test after isolating at home for over two weeks.
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A Stop & Shop employee stocks produce in April 2020 at a store in Simsbury, Conn. Gov. Ned Lamont ordered all business establishments to provide employees masks as of April 20 and until further notice during the 2020 pandemic of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. (Photo courtesy Stop & Shop)
New Haven, Connecticut - Thursday , April 23, 2020: Not all students have left Yale University because of the Covid-19 / coronavirus pandemic. Here Aymane Eddahmany of Morocco, standing in front of Yale's Trumbull College. Eddahmany, a Fullbright Scholar and a Yale University Environmental Studies graduate student still lives on the Yale University Campus. International students who aren't able to go home, as well as students who can't go home because of various mitigating circumstance, are staying in Yale dorms, taking online classes.
North Haven, Connecticut - Friday, April 24, 2020: Edward Otremba Sr., a resident at The Landing of North Haven assisted living facility, seated, left, gets a birthday celebration at 100-years-old Friday using social distancing with a community car parade that included a North Haven Fire Department truck, the presentation of a birthday cake, and birthday songs in English and Polish. Ed’s family was planning on a huge celebration at the community with friends and family but it had to canceled because of the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic
North Haven, Connecticut - Friday, April 24, 2020: Cathy DellaValle of Haven, right, holds a sign "Sto lat", the name of a Polish song that is sung to express good wishes, good health and long life to a person during a celebratory procession Friday honoring her father Edward Otremba Sr., 100, a resident at The Landing of North Haven assisted living facility, during his centennial birthday party using social distancing with a community car parade that included a North Haven Fire Department truck, the presentation of a birthday cake, and birthday songs in English and Polish. Ed?•s family was planning on a huge celebration at the community with friends and family but it had to canceled because of the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic
North Haven, Connecticut - Friday, April 24, 2020: Cathy DellaValle of Haven, holds a sign "Sto lat", the name of a Polish song that is sung to express good wishes, good health and long life to a person during a celebratory procession Friday honoring her father Edward Otremba Sr., 100, a resident at The Landing of North Haven assisted living facility, during his centennial birthday party using social distancing with a community car parade that included a North Haven Fire Department truck, the presentation of a birthday cake, and birthday songs in English and Polish. Ed?•s family was planning on a huge celebration at the community with friends and family but it had to canceled because of the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic
North Haven, Connecticut - Friday, April 24, 2020: Edward Otremba Sr., a resident at The Landing of North Haven assisted living facility, gets a birthday celebration at 100-years-old Friday using social distancing with a community car parade that included a North Haven Fire Department truck, the presentation of a birthday cake, and birthday songs in English and Polish. Ed’s family was planning on a huge celebration at the community with friends and family but it had to canceled because of the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic
John Whitelaw of the Milford Public Works Department prepares the infield of Daniel S. Wasson Field in Milford on March 27, 2020.
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Not all students have left Yale University because of the Covid-19 / coronavirus pandemic. Here, Fatih Celikbas of Turkey, standing in front of Yale’s Trumbull College. Celikbas, a fourth-year computer science major, still lives on the Yale University Campus. Students who can't go home because of various mitigating circumstance, are staying in Yale dorms, taking online classes.
Courtney Cass, right, takes vitals for George Robinson, of Danbury, for a coronavirus test at AFC Urgent Care on Main Street in Danbury, Conn, Thursday, April 23, 2020. Robinson has had two prior tests return positive and was getting his third test after isolating at home for over two weeks.
Mayor Joe Ganim thanks Bridgeport Hostpital health care workers during a parade of first responders that arrived at the hospital to thank them for their hard work in fighting the coronavirus in Bridgeport, Conn., on Thursday Apr. 16, 2020.
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A sign is displayed that MacDuff's Public House is open for take out orders in Greenwich, Conn. Thursday, March 19, 2020. Restaurant dining rooms are closed amidst the coronavirus situation, but takeout and delivery are still options.
The security check point on Thursday. Westchester County Airport will shut down Monday so workers can begin a capital improvement project to fix runways, taking advantage of an air traffic slowdown caused by the Covid-19 coronavirus. Both runways will be shut down from April 29 through May 5 while work is completed on a section of pavement where the two intersect. Repairs to 16/34, the airports main 6,500-foot runway that handles some of the 40 plus commercial flights a day, will continue through May 21.
Westchester County Airport will shut down Monday so workers can begin a capital improvement project to fix runways, taking advantage of an air traffic slowdown caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus. Both runways will be shut down from April 29 through May 5 while work is completed on a section of pavement where the two intersect. Repairs to 16/34, the airports main 6,500-foot runway that handles some of the 40 plus commercial flights a day, will continue through May 21.
Danbury Hospital staff give a hero's welcome to Ezra Zimmerman, of Ridgefield, owner of EZ Moving at the hospital. Zimmerman volunteered to dive to Kentucky to pick up four used ventilators that Danbury Hospital had purchased. He was given a hero's welcome at the hospital and a police escort by state and local departments from I-84. Tuesday, April 7, 2020, in Danbury, Conn.
New Haven, Connecticut - Thursday, April 16, 2020: Xanthia Pellegrino, 27, of Branford, center, who grew up poor in New Haven, delivers food on Chapel Street with her boyfriend Darren Bowman, Jr. of Hamden, 25, right, to Christopher Staggers of New Haven. Pelligrino has been laid off from her job so she is cooking meals for families with children, elderly, people with medical issues and basically anyone who needs her home cooking during the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic. Staggers, on disability and needs dialysis, says the her foods helps him with his diabetic diet.
More than 1,000 people in about 300 vehicles circled the state Capitol and later the governor's residence in Hartford Monday, April 20, 2020, to protest the shutdown of the state for coronavirus. Many showed signs and wore hats and t-shirts in support of President Donald Trump. One lone counter-protester stood with a mask, and declined to give her name.
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Airman Starr Figueroa, of Naugatuck, puts together a bed as the national guard arrived Wednesday at the O’Neill Center on Western Connecticut State University Westside campus to begin to transform the building into a 219 bed medical space that would be used if area hospitals see a surge in patients. Wednesday, April 1, 2020, in Danbury, Conn.
Stamford resident Deb Wegrzyn snaps photos of blooming Cherry Blossoms while walking home through Mill River Park on April 8, 2020 in Stamford, Connecticut. Many residents are siding with the CDC guidelines and wearing masks, while enjoying the outdoors, helping contain the spread of COVID-19.
Volunteer Jim Burger works at the new temporary location of Neighbor to Neighbor's food pantry at the Arch Street Teen Center in Greenwich, Conn. Tuesday, March 31, 2020. The Neighbor to Neighbor nonprofit moved its food pantry to the Arch Street Teen Center for a larger workspace that allows for social distancing during the coronavirus outbreak.
Hamden, Connecticut - Wednesday, April 08, 2020: Volunteers help with food distribution as other families in need wait in their cars at the Hamden Middle School for their opportunity to get family portioned groceries put into their trunks with food donations from the Christ For Bread of Life parish Catholic church in Hamden and the Connecticut Food Bank by volunteers from the Town of Hamden and assisted by the Town of Hamden Office of Emergency Management Community Emergency Response Team, Hamden Board of Education, Hamden Police Department and the Connecticut Army National Guard. Over 350 families received the groceries.
Bridgeport Hostpital health care workers were honored by dozens of first responders who arrived in a parade to thank them for their hard work fighting the coronavirus pandemic in Bridgeport, Conn., on Thursday Apr. 16, 2020.
New Haven, Connecticut - Wednesday, April 15, 2020: A drive-through COVID-19 testing site is being prepared Wednesday afternoon at the former Gateway Community College at 60 Sargent Drive in New Haven and will be opened soon by the state in conjunction with CVS and Abbott Laboratories, at which four lanes will be able to accommodate up to 750 cars daily. Rick Fontana, the city’s director of the Office of Emergency Management, said it will be the only such site in Connecticut.
A nurse collects a nasal swab sample from a University of Washington Medicine employee in their car in Seattle.
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Hospital workers wave and cheer outside Greenwich Hospital as first responders pass by in a caravan of lights and sirens in Greenwich, Connecticut on April 16, 2020. The first responders arrived in police vehicles, EMS ambulances, and fire department trucks to give thanks to healthcare workers for their efforts in combating the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
A Rye, New York police unit thanks hospital workers, as they wave and cheer outside Greenwich Hospital as first responders pass by in a caravan of lights and sirens in Greenwich, Connecticut on April 16, 2020. The first responders arrived in police vehicles, EMS ambulances, and fire department trucks to give thanks to healthcare workers for their efforts in combating the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
From left, Nurses from Labor and Delivery, Jessica Wieneke, Melissa Muller and Annie Gallagher, along with othe hospital workers wave and cheer outside Greenwich Hospital as first responders pass by in a caravan of lights and sirens in Greenwich, Connecticut on April 16, 2020. The first responders arrived in police vehicles, EMS ambulances, and fire department trucks to give thanks to healthcare workers for their efforts in combating the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Officer Michael Burke, a 19 year veteran with the Stamford Police Department, is photographed on April 15, 2020 at his home in Stamford, Connecticut. Burke, after battling the COVID-19 Coronavirus, gets some fresh air while he continues his recovery at home after being released from the hospital.
Chaplain Marlon Simpkins from the Regional Hospice in Danbury, and Sam Dexter, manager of spiritual care, behind him, have been helping nurses and social workers cope with the coronavirus. Wednesday, April 8, 2020, in Danbury, Conn.
A postal worker wears PPE as she delivers mail in Ansonia, Conn., on Wednesday Apr. 8, 2020.
Katherine Reilly of New Canaan celebrated her 97th Birthday with family and neighbors, who paraded around the parking circle in front of her New Canaan, Connecticut home on April 2, 2020. The family and neighbors then gathered themselves together, observing socially acceptable distancing, singing Happy Birthday and toasting life while chanting three more years, which would reference Reilly's 100th Birthday salute.
Orange, Connecticut - Monday, April 06, 2020: A surprise parade of cars slowly drive by the Orange home of Elizabeth Romanovsky, 15, celebrating her 15th birthday Monday in lieu of a party to comply with the social distancing protocol during the Coronavirus / Covid-19 pandemic.
Collection Technician Haley McClure takes a person's temperature as part of a pre-screening process for patients donating blood American Red Cross holds a blood drive at Whitneyville Cultural Commons in Hamden, Conn., on Friday Apr. 3, 2020. Due to the spread of the novel coronavirus, the American Red Cross has seen an uptick in donations.
PT Partners hold its monthly PT Barnum food distribution event in Bridgeport, Conn., on Saturday Apr. 4, 2020. The coronavirus has increased demand for food and PT Partners say they are now running low on donations from various food banks they rely on.
Hamden Public Schools personnel deliver 3D printed face shields for EMS workers at Hamden Fire Department's main fire station in Hamden, Conn., on Thursday Apr. 3, 2020.
Customers wait for food at Subway at the 1-95 northbound rest plaza in Milford, Conn., on Thursday Mar. 2, 2020.
Hamden Fire Department's Chief Gary Merwede speaks to the media after a box of 3D printed face shields for EMS workers were delivered to the main fire station in Hamden, Conn., on Thursday Apr. 3, 2020. Almost 100 face shields were created by student Conner Larocque who is enrolled in Hamden High School's HECA program. Conner wanted to know if he could make use of the school’s 3D printers to create face shields for hospital workers. “I’ve already started printing some of my own… and we have the tools (at HHS) to help aid the global fight against COVID. I believe we should use them.”
A sign thanks first responders in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic on Todd Drive in Milford, Conn. on Monday, April 6, 2020.
Hamden Engineering Careers Academy (HECA) teacher Gabe Jenkins, right, delivers a box of 3D printed face shields for EMS workers at Hamden Fire Department's main fire station in Hamden, Conn., on Thursday Apr. 3, 2020. Almost 100 face shields were created by student Conner Larocque who is enrolled in Hamden High School's HECA program. Conner wanted to know if he could make use of the school’s 3D printers to create face shields for hospital workers. “I’ve already started printing some of my own… and we have the tools (at HHS) to help aid the global fight against COVID. I believe we should use them.”
Motorists exit the 1-95 northbound rest plaza in Milford, Conn., on Thursday Mar. 2, 2020.
Customers wait for food at McDonald's at the 1-95 northbound rest plaza in Milford, Conn., on Thursday Mar. 2, 2020.
Street art in Shelton during teh coronavirus shutdown, sping 2020.
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Milford police officer Karen Banks wears a protective mask that she and other officers are required to wear outside their vehicles in Milford, Conn. on Wednesday, April 8, 2020.
Information Systems Librarian Fred Danowski uses a 3-D printer to fashion frames for protective face shields at the Milford Library, currently closed to the public, in Milford, Conn. on Monday, April 6, 2020. Danowski produces ten of the frames each week, for use as protective equipment at St. Mary's Hospital in Waterbury.
Fashion designer Jennifer Butler, of Fairfield, works on one of the over one hundred masks she has stitched for health care workers and others at her studio in Fairfield, Conn. on Sunday, April 5, 2020. Butler gives the masks away for free but has accepted donations to pay for fabric.
Collection Technician Jayla Ramos prepares donated blood during a American Red Cross blood drive at Whitneyville Cultural Commons in Hamden, Conn., on Friday Apr. 3, 2020. Due to the spread of the novel coronavirus, the American Red Cross has seen an uptick in donations.
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Walkers enjoy the sunny weather on the Derby Greenway section of the Naugatuck River Greenway in Derby, Conn. on Monday, April 6, 2020. The Ansonia section of the Greenway, called the Ansonia Riverwalk, has been closed due to social distancing concerns during the coronavirus pandemic.
Visitors enjoy a sunny afternoon at Silver Sands State Park in Milford, Conn. on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection announced plans to reduce capacity at popular parks to ensure social distancing in the wake of the coronavirus.
Signs inform customers at the Trader Joe's store at 2258 Black Rock Turnpike closed for cleaning after an associate tested positive for Covid-19 in Fairfield, Conn. on Thursday, April 2, 2020.
Mike Dokla, of Shelton, donates bags of food to the St. Vincent DePaul of the Valley Food Pantry at 237 Roosevelt Drive in Derby, Conn. on Sunday, April 5, 2020. The pantry has been accepting new clients in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Decked out in festive Easter Bunny ears, Director Remy Kocurek, center, of St. Vincent DePaul of the Valley, and Manager Cindy Barbian accept food donations at the food pantry at 237 Roosevelt Drive in Derby, Conn. on Sunday, April 5, 2020. The pantry has been accepting new clients in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
An empty Washington Park in Bridgeport, Conn. on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Playgrounds have been closed in the city due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Decked out in festive Easter Bunny ears, Remy Kocurek, director of St. Vincent DePaul of the Valley, collects food donations at the food pantry at 237 Roosevelt Drive in Derby, Conn. on Sunday, April 5, 2020. The pantry has been accepting new clients in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Janet Gardella, the office and business manager at Our Lady of Assumption Church, is the only person in attendance for Sunday mass in Fairfield, Conn. March 29, 2020. The church has been live steaming several masses a week for parishioners since the church has been closed to the public due to coronavirus precautions.
With an empty sanctuary behind him, music director Mac Cooney plays organ and sings during a Sunday mass at Our Lady of Assumption Church, in Fairfield, Conn. March 29, 2020. The church has been live steaming several masses a week for parishioners since the church has been closed to the public due to coronavirus precautions.
Father Peter Cipriani from Our Lady of Assumption Church leads a Sunday eucharistic procession around the Stratfield neighborhood of Fairfield, Conn. March 29, 2020. Cipriani has been leading the weekly processions following closed masses that are still held at the church. The masses can be viewed by a live stream on the church’s website, as well as social media. The church is currently closed to the public due to coronavirus precautions.
Rachel Kosa talks with waiting customer Suzy Bustamante outside Source Coffeehouse, in the Black Rock section of Bridgeport, Conn. Nov. 27, 2020 The coffeeshop has remained open to customers who can pick up their orders from the sidewalk outside.
Maria Mecatl picks up grab-and-go meals with her niece, Isabella Valez, at Curiale School in Bridgeport, Conn. March 27, 2020. Bridgeport schools have expanded the program from breakfast and lunch to also include items for dinner meals.
Fifth grader Jeriyah Smith picks up a slice of pizza during a lunchtime visit to the cafeteria at Columbus School, in Bridgeport, Conn. March 16, 2020. Following the closing of schools last week, Bridgeport began serving breakfast and lunch meals to go for city students on Monday.
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The blocked entrance to Penfield Beach, in Fairfield, Conn. April 6, 2020. Town of Fairfield beaches and parks are currently closed to the public due to coronavirus precautions.
Cafeteria manager Janice Northrop carries bags of grab-and-go meals for students at Curiale School, in Bridgeport, Conn. Nov. 27, 2020. Bridgeport schools have expanded the program from breakfast and lunch to also include items for dinner meals.
A television news reporter and photographer broadcast from a vacant Penfield Beach, in Fairfield, Conn. April 6, 2020. The beach was clear of people Monday afternoon. Town of Fairfield beaches and parks are currently closed to the public due to coronavirus precautions.
A rider waves to the driver before boarding a Greater Bridgeport Transit bus waiting at the Bridgeport Transit Center, in Bridgeport, Conn. April 9, 2020. New safety protocols are in place asking passengers to board and exit GBT buses via the rear doors.
A sign at the entrance to Penfield Beach, in Fairfield, Conn. April 6, 2020. Town of Fairfield beaches and parks are currently closed to the public due to coronavirus precautions.
Workers with Murphy Medical Associates conduct corona virus at a drive-thru testing station Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at Bedford Middle School in Westport, Conn. Due to a large coronavirus outbreak in Westport, the Westport Weston Health District arranged for additional community testing. Residents of Westport and Weston were tested by Murphy Medical Associates, a private company, from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
J&K Tree Service owner Kyle DeLucia and his neice Kayla Boyle set up a crane to display a large American Flag and a thank you note for Norwalk Hospital staff Wednesday, April 8, 2020, in Norwalk, Conn. Boyle thought of the idea to thank health care workers during the coronvirus outbreak and helped her uncle paint the sign.
Calf Pasturer Beach is closed to all visiotors Tuesday, March 31, 2020,in Norwalk, Conn.
J&K Tree Service sets up a crane to display a large American Flag and a thank you note for Norwalk Hospital staff Wednesday, April 8, 2020, in Norwalk, Conn.
A woman walks with ther dog outside a closed Veterans Park Tuesday, March 31, 20202, in Norwalk, Conn.
Jefferson Science Magnet School staff organized a motorcade which proceeds slowly by students' homes Thursday, April 2, 2020 as a way of rallying the neighborhood during the pandemic in Norwalk, Conn.
Shoppers exit Stew Leonards with groceries Tuesday, March 31, 20202, in Norwalk, Conn.
A sign on Route 1 thanks the workers at Norwalk Hospital Wednesday, April 8, 2020, in Norwalk, Conn.
Amanda Riley, director of the Bethel school system food service is ready for another morning of what they are calling the COVID-19 Emergency Feeding Program. Lunch and breakfast bags were being distributed by the food service workers and volunteers at Berry School. Wednesday, April 1 2020, in Bethel, Conn.
The national guard arrived Wednesday at the O’Neill Center on Western Connecticut State University Westside campus to begin to transform the building into a 219 bed medical space that would be used if area hospitals see a surge in patients. Wednesday, April 1, 2020, in Danbury, Conn.
Specilist Jacob Oliver, of Thpmaston, left, and Cadet Andre Salazar, of Bridgeport, carry a bed to be assembled as the national guard arrived Wednesday at the O’Neill Center on Western Connecticut State University Westside campus to begin to transform the building into a 219 bed medical space that would be used if area hospitals see a surge in patients. Wednesday, April 1, 2020, in Danbury, Conn.
Volunteer Emie Riley helps distribute lunch and breakfast bags at Berry School on Wednesday morning. April 1 2020, in Bethel, Conn.
Ezra Zimmerman, of Ridgefield, owner of EZ Moving, is given a police escort to Danbury Hospital from I-84. Zimmerman volunteered to dive to Kentucky to pick up four used ventilators that Danbury Hospital had purchased. Tuesday, April 7, 2020, in Danbury, Conn.
Ezra Zimmerman, of Ridgefield, owner of EZ Moving, talks with Dr John Murphy, President and CEO of Nuvance Health, at Danbury Hospital. Zimmerman volunteered to dive to Kentucky to pick up four used ventilators that the hospital had purchased. He was given a hero's welcome at the hospital and a police escort by state and local departments from I-84. Tuesday, April 7, 2020, in Danbury, Conn.
Ezra Zimmerman, of Ridgefield, owner of EZ Moving, volunteered to dive to Kentucky to pick up four used ventilators that Danbury Hospital had purchased. He was given a hero's welcome at the hospital and a police escort by state and local departments from I-84. Tuesday, April 7, 2020, in Danbury, Conn.
Cars wait in line as Faith Church started its "Manna from Heaven" program on Wednesday evening. The church was distributing 250 hot meals each week to people in need. The meals are being purchased from four local restaurants, which also helps those establishments. Wednesday, April 8, 2020, in New Milford, Conn.
Yvonne Villani, of Danbury, hands out meals at the Faith Church "Manna from Heaven" program on Wednesday evening. The church was distributing 250 hot meals to people in need. The meals are being purchased from four local restaurants, which also helps those establishments. Wednesday, April 8, 2020, in New Milford, Conn.
Pastor Al Coelho, of Brookfield, holds two bags of meals being distributed at Faith Church as it started its "Manna from Heaven" program on Wednesday evening.. They will be distributing 250 hot meals each week to people in need. The meals are being purchased from four local restaurants, which also helps those establishments. Wednesday, April 8, 2020, in New Milford, Conn.
Faith Church started its "Manna from Heaven" program of Wednesday evening and had Easter eggs and candy to give away as well. The church will be distributing 250 hot meals each week to people in need. The meals are being purchased from four local restaurants, which also helps those establishments. Wednesday, April 8, 2020, in New Milford, Conn.
Citarella employee Hovie Pandong stocks the shelves with apples while wearing a mask and gloves at Citarella Gourmet Market in Greenwich, Conn. Thursday, April 9, 2020. As an extra measure to prevent the spread of coronavirus, Greenwich is mandating food service workers to wear a protective mask and gloves at work.
Henry Bruynes, 9, makes noise with his parents, Ashley and Jan-Paul, in honor of healthcare workers outside their home in Greenwich, Conn. Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Bruynes was inspired by a video of people in New York City apartments cheering for healthcare workers, so decided to do the same at his house and encouraged neighbors to join in.
Rabbi Chaya Bender, right, accompanied by her wife, Emily Jaeger, lead the Temple Sholom seder on a Zoom meeting attended by many other Temple Sholom congregants. Celebrating the start of Passover, the seder dinner featured interactive questions, singalongs, and seder-themed hats. More than 50 families attended the online meetup, allowing for a sense of community and togetherness in a time of social distancing and isolation.
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Joggers run laps as a sign promoting social distancing is displayed behind them on a fence at Scalzi Park in Stamford, Conn. Monday, April 6, 2020. Doctors recommend keeping a distance of at least six feet away from others to reduce the risk of contracting the coronavirus.
A woman covers her nose and mouth with a scarf while two men wear surgical masks to prevent the spread of coronavirus in Stamford, Conn. Monday, April 6, 2020.
A man shields his nose and mouth with a bandana while riding through downtown Stamford, Conn. Monday, April 6, 2020.
Workers from Murphy Medical Associates administer drive-thru screenings for the coronavirus on a private lot in Stamford, Conn. Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Murphy Medical Associates has been offering drive-thru testing for the coronavirus at locations in Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, and Stratford. An appointment must be approved and booked in advance to be tested.
Notes of positivity are displayed in the windows of a home in the Byram section of Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, April 5, 2020. Notes of encouragement, drawings, and teddy bears are being displayed in the windows of many homes as a way to bring together community during a time of quarantine and social distancing.
A enormous teddy bear sits on the porch of a home in Old Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, April 5, 2020. Notes of encouragement, drawings, and teddy bears are being displayed in the windows of many homes as a way to bring together community during a time of quarantine and social distancing.
A drawing of a rainbow is displayed in the windows of a home in Old Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, April 5, 2020. Notes of encouragement, drawings, and teddy bears are being displayed in the windows of many homes as a way to bring together community during a time of quarantine and social distancing.
A sign reading "Stay safe, stay home" flashes above the southbound lane of I-95 between Exit 5 and Exit 6 at the border of Greenwich and Stamford, Conn. Thursday, April 2, 2020.
A sign directs patients to the coronavirus specimen collection siet at Greenwich Hospital in Greenwich, Conn. Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Marna Borgstrom, president and CEO of the Yale New Haven Health System, said nine doctors at Greenwich Hospital have been diagnosed with the virus.
A sheet of plexiglass separates cashier Nadine Colas from customers in line at ShopRite of Commerce St. in Stamford, Conn. Monday, March 30, 2020. Many grocery stores are taking precautions in preventing the spread of coronavirus including signs promoting social distancing and plexiglass between shoppers and cashiers.
Greenwich's Ezell Pirtle, 6, plays a game while waiting behind a line of blue tape to check out with her motheras a sheet of plexiglass separates cashier Miguel Hernandez from customers in line at ShopRite of Commerce St. in Stamford, Conn. Monday, March 30, 2020. Many grocery stores are taking precautions in preventing the spread of coronavirus including signs promoting social distancing and plexiglass between shoppers and cashiers.
A lone traveler waits on the platform for his train at the Stamford Transportation Center in Stamford, Conn. Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Since the coronavirus outbreak, Metro-North has seen a sharp decrease in train commuters.
GEMS Director of Quality Assurance Colin Bassett demonstrates protective gear being implemented at the Greenwich Emergency Medical Services headquarters in the Riverside section of Greenwich, Conn. Thursday, March 19, 2020. With the coronavirus outbreak in mind, GEMS is taking new precautions including pre-screening patients for symptoms and using protective gear while responding to calls in which the patient may have symptoms or symptoms are uncertain.
Fernando Ramirez assists a long line of cars waiting to be screened for coronavirus at the Murphy Medical Associates drive-thru location on Bedford Street in Stamford, Conn. Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Murphy Medical Associates has been offering drive-thru testing for the coronavirus at locations in Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, and Stratford. An appointment must be approved and booked in advance to be tested.
Taina Gomez puts together a take-out order at Garden Catering in Stamford, Conn. Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Restaurant dining rooms are closed amidst the coronavirus situation, but takeout and delivery are still options.
Katie Reitman walks her dog, Kona, past the line of cars waiting to be screened for coronavirus at the Murphy Medical Associates testing site on Bedford Street in Stamford, Conn. Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Murphy Medical Associates has been offering drive-thru testing for the coronavirus at locations in Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, and Stratford. An appointment must be approved and booked in advance to be tested.
Vanessa Rubio takes bagged lunches for her children at New Lebanon School in the Byram section of Greenwich, Conn. Tuesday, March 17, 2020. The school district is providing breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday to more than 1,000 students who qualify for free and reduced lunches by sending buses to 12 locations throughout town for students and parents to pick up their meals.
Registered Nurse Jillian Wright makes a heart sign with her hands while taking a selfie with her brother, Kyle DeLucia, founder and owner of K&J Tree Service, in front of Yale New Haven Hospital on April 6, 2020. DeLucia put up a 50 foot United States flag and a large thank you across from the hospital on York Street to show his appreciation for the work of the hospital staff.
Patient Care Associate Ashlee Tarsia takes a selfie in front of a 50 foot United States flag and thank you put up by Kyle DeLucia, founder and owner of K&J Tree Service, in front of Yale New Haven Hospital on April 6, 2020. DeLucia put up the flag and a large thank you across from the hospital on York Street to show his appreciation for the work of the hospital staff.
Kyle DeLucia, founder and owner of K&J Tree Service, put up a 50 foot United States flag and a large thank you across from the hospital on York Street to show his appreciation for the work of the staff of Yale New Haven Hospital on April 6, 2020.
Registered Nurse Kitty Fan takes a photograph of a 50 foot United States flag and thank you put up by Kyle DeLucia, founder and owner of K&J Tree Service, in front of Yale New Haven Hospital on April 6, 2020. DeLucia put up the flag and a large thank you across from the hospital on York Street to show his appreciation for the work of the hospital staff.
Palm crosses for Easter on sale at Rocco's Bakery on Ferry Street in New Haven on April 4, 2020.
Jenizbeth Flores gathers an order for a customer at Rocco's Bakery on Ferry Street in New Haven on April 4, 2020.
A closed sign hangs from a locked gate to the playground at Worthington Hooker School in New Haven on April 5, 2020.
A sign promoting social distancing is displayed on Whitney Avenue in Hamden on April 4, 2020.
The Hamden Positive Choices billboard contest second place winner on display on Whitney Avenue near Sherman Avenue in Hamden on April 4, 2020. The billboard showing positive messaging about COVID-19 prevention was created by Hamden High School twelfth grader Brandon.
A Shelton Pink lawn sign with the words, WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS TOGETHER, is displayed on Bungay Road in Seymour on April 3, 2020.
Inspirational messages on hearts are displayed on the front window of a home in Shelton on April 3, 2020.
An inspirational message is displayed at the entrance to a State Farm office in Ansonia on April 3, 2020.
Shoppers maintain social distancing as they wait in line to enter ShopRite in Derby on April 3, 2020.
Frozen Food Manager Carl Paternoster (center) monitors and regulates shoppers waiting in line to enter ShopRite in Derby on April 3, 2020.
A notice that courts are closed until further notice hangs outside of the basketball courts behind the Milford Public Library on March 27, 2020.
Bethany, Connecticut - Wednesday, April 01, 2020: Cory Sells of Woodbridge, using her Paso Fino breed horse Torpedo, 19, as a therapy horse, ride around the Bear Hill Road area in Bethany twice a week, using the social distancing, visiting neighborhood children and their parents quarantined in their homes during the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic.
Bethany, Connecticut - Wednesday, April 01, 2020: Cory Sells of Woodbridge using her Paso Fino breed horse Torpedo, 19, show's of Torpedo's unique gait to Alissa Hill of Bethany and her children Madison, 1, Bradford, 3, and Mackenzie, 5, on Bear Hill Road in Bethany. Sells, using Torpedo as a therapy horse, ride around the Bear Hill Road area in Bethany twice a week, using social distancing, visiting neighborhood children and their parents quarantined in their homes during the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic.
Medical personnel from Murphy Medical Associates administer drive-thru screenings for the Covid-19 coronavirus at a mobile testing site set up at Cummings Beach in Stamford, Conn. , March 20, 2020.
GREENWICH — A teacher, a parent and a student at Parkway School worked together to use a 3D printer to make face shields to protect front-line healthcare workers in this coronavirus crisis and donated them this week to Stamford Hospital.
Parkway School IT Technology Specialist EJ Haskell organized the initiative with the help of PTA Vice President Meredith Curreri and her son, fourth-grader Teddy Curreri. Haskell has a printer at home, and the Curreris are borrowing the school printer. Teddy’s first batch of donations had 14 shields, but he is still printing.
“We’re trying to make more than 100,” Teddy said. “I’m making around five to six a day. We should have about...a lot.”
His younger brother Charlie piped in saying, “We’re trying to beat this guy who made 90.”
Meredith said the credit goes to IT specialist Haskell, who has printed over 30 shields.
“I brought the idea up, but she has run with it and is doing an amazing job, researching the right shields to print, the right size, and how to do it,” she said.
3D printing is Teddy’s favorite after-school activity, and Meredith got the idea because her company, the Stamford-based Synchrony, is doing an equipment drive for those on the front lines called the #GearUp program . Anyone with access to a 3D printer is being asked to make face shields, and anyone who can sew is asked to make masks.
The shields are made of plastic for easy disinfecting and reuse, and Synchrony provided plastic.
Stamford Hospital representatives thanked the donors from Parkway, saying, “Each and every face mask is appreciated, and we are so grateful to you for wanting to help keep our staff protected.”
“I feel like I’m helping out because I know what’s going on. I am helping the hospitals that need them,” Teddy said.
Meredith said the shield printing is a great partnership with the school, and it has been nice for Teddy to have something to do outside of school work that applies to real life a hobby that he has.
“I am thrilled that Mrs. Haskell and some of our Parkway families have been able to use their digital skills to create this much-needed PPE for our health care workers at Stamford Hospital,” Parkway School Principal Mary Grandville said in a statement.
The project “truly exemplifies the generous spirit of Parkway School and our commitment to living the district norm of ‘caring for self and others,’” she said.
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Of the 13 references spotted by The Indian Express as part of its analysis of 25 textbooks for Classes 6 to 10, the majority were devoted to the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, followed by Namami Gange Programme, Digital India, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana on skilling, and demonetisation.
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Earlier, the NCERT did include references to flagship schemes of the UPA government in textbooks. For instance, NREGA (now known as MNREGA) was added to the Class 11 Economics textbook, the National Food Security Act 2013 was included in Chapter 4 of the class 9 Economics textbook and the Right to Information Act in chapter 5 of the Class 10 Political Science textbook.
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However, there weren’t multiple references made to the same scheme in different textbooks as seen with NDA -II schemes. These additions have been made to the Geography, Science, Political Science, Economics and English books and are part of the textbook review — the first since 2007 — undertaken last year by the NCERT, which advises the union government on school education.
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan has been introduced in five textbooks. A small box, added to the chapter on human life in the tropical and subtropical regions, in the Class 7 Geography textbook states, “To accelerate the efforts to achieve universal sanitation coverage and to put fours on sanitation, the Prime Minister of India launched the ‘Swachh Bharat Mission’ on 02nd October 2014.”
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Overall Score - 7.8 / 10
Scare Factor - 7
Actors - 6.7
Visuals - 8.3
Value - 9
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There's a lot of ground to cover inside these walls with some degree of repetition.
Todd - For another HHT first this year, we visited Canton's Factory of Terror and I was immediately excited by the impressive, solid presentation upon entering. While my initial impression waned by the end, I still walked away happy that we made the trip.
FOT is one mega haunt-plex containing 5 haunts as well as an axe throwing side feature and escape rooms (run separately). This place is enormous and perfect for spending an evening in the fall. It's all indoors (not the ticketing line) so no need to brave the weather. It also has a snack bar and a midway area to take a break and have a drink between the various haunts. You could easily spend a few solid hours here and make an evening of it.
Of the 5 separate haunts, only 2 of them felt entirely unique. In fact, after visiting I couldn't even remember the names of some of them. The two I can distinctly remember are Industrial Nightmare and Backwoods Hollow, for very different reasons. I'll get to the others shortly.
Industrial Nightmare was probably my favorite of the five. The entire haunt mimics the building's former identity - a factory. Before it was a haunt home, this facility was an aluminum foundry. When FOT moved in, many machine parts, controllers and other archaic mechanisms were left behind which now make up the scenes for Industrial Nightmare. The haunt winds path after path, walled by dilapidated machinery and electronics. There are a few hydraulic presses as well which produce a natural sense of caution. Industrial Nightmare is unique because a lot of it is legitimate, repurposed stuff. It was a very creative way to produce a theme with what was at hand - and it works. The appearance of abandonment and mechanical rot feels very authentic because to some degree, it is.
The other attraction I could remember by name was Backwoods Hollow, but not for the best reasons. This is pretty much what you would guess it is - crazed hillbillies with cannibalistic tendencies. While there were some impressive scenes at the end, what threw me was the beginning. What felt like the first 40% of the haunt was literally nothing more than feeling our way through dark corridors while nighttime ambient sounds played in the background. I was really expecting there to be a big payoff once we came to first light but no - it was really just the start of the other 60%. Before we knew it, the haunt was over. It felt extremely short and half complete. While the sets were good by the end, I was too disappointment by the first half to salvage the experience.
The other three haunts wound up melding together in my mind. Factory of Terror's first impression is a fantastical one. The entrance to the first haunt (1300 Lost Souls?) is a beautifully constructed home exterior which (at full scale) would be the source of urban legends in any town. VERY cool looking. However, recollecting my experience beyond those doors only stands out in pieces and I have a hard time placing which of those were in which haunt.
The quality of the haunts' environments was very impressive overall. There's a lot of attention to detail, whether it be a room of an hold house, an outdoor cemetery, a locker room, an office, etc. FOT carries a level of detail that would score in a higher percentile than the average haunt. Despite these haunts residing inside one massive structure, the level of detail in them kept my mind from recognizing this.
Although aesthetically the scenes were very interesting and appealing to the eye, one drawback I found was that not only did they run together haunt to haunt but even some of the larger props were repeated in a few of them (or it sure felt like it). For example, by now any haunt fanatic is familiar with the large suspended puppets which are manually operated and manufactured by Gore Galore. We saw a few of the same ones (if memory serves) among these haunts. Volume discount?
The three haunts I didn't call out all seemed to feel like the same haunt because they had no distinct theme. Each had a defining moment, if you will - one has a well-executed mirror maze, while another has a cave you go through. There was no defining story line offered or obviously present to make each stand out. For the most part, among these three, I just felt like I was in "another haunted house;" well constructed, but lacking character.
The biggest detriment to FOT, sadly, were the actors. As with any haunt, there were some standouts - namely the girls at the end of Industrial Nightmare and who I referred to as "Moonshine Guy" in Backwoods Hollow. They were good at improvisation. Overall though, most actors offered no more than screaming single-syllable words as we passed in attempts of a jump scare with little-to-no enforcement. Worse off, while walking through, I saw numerous actors coming and going through side doors - some with personal belongings! I get that the place is big, but this really killed the illusion. Actors should always remain in character until they are clearly behind the scenes.
Factory of Terror is a haunt that heightens the playing field when it comes to construction and multi-haunt offering. It has the advantage of hosting a full night of entertainment for a single admission price where most haunts have limited capacity for their scares. The attention to detail multiplied by sheer size of the complex surely keeps many employees busy at all times. I can appreciate the hard work and dedication that goes into FOT. If they can bring their actors' interactivity up to the level of the environment and leverage good stories, Factory of Terror could be an unstoppable beast of a haunt.
The amount of scare per dollar is hard to beat!
Paul - Factory of Terror is a multi-attraction haunt in Canton, OH that has earned the Guinness world record for longest indoor haunt three times! This is a massive building that is absolutely packed with creepy actors, enormous animatronics, amazing props, and some really wild sets! This year marked our first visit to FOT and it was one I'll remember for some time to come.
There are five separate attractions inside but you make your way through them all in sequence. Each one you walk into has a completely different theme and there's so much to see, you'll walk out completely exhausted at the end! The first dive into FOT takes you through 1300 Lost Souls. The highlight of this one for me was the mirror maze. There were hundreds, or possibly thousands of perfectly-placed mirrors built into an insanely long maze. And as you go through, some very well-costumed actors would jump out of nowhere and give you a pretty good scare. The mirror maze seemed like it took forever to walk through and it was only a small part of the first attraction!
The second, and my favorite of the five haunts was Industrial Nightmare. This one hit home for me because I work in manufacturing and I've seen factories with this kind of equipment in them all over the country! There were all kinds of electronic and mechanical devices, robots, presses, labs, and the animatronic at the end was way over the top!
Backwoods Hollow was the third attraction, which starts off with a super dark maze and winds through some pretty disgusting scenes. This was followed by Massacre On Mahoning where they built one of the coolest cemeteries I've gotten to go through in a haunt, and we wrapped up with House of Nightmares; a collection of intensely disturbing sets based on all kinds of horrors you might dream about.
In between all of the attractions there is a midway area where you can pick up some snacks and drinks, there are a bunch of props set up for photo ops, and plenty of room to hang out and talk with people about the craziness you saw as you voyaged through. The entire place is indoors so there's no need to worry about any bad weather, and the non-actor portion of the staff made us feel right at home with their friendliness and hospitality. Factory Of Terror is a great place and it's well worth a visit!
It has a little (or a lot) of everything from actual vintage machine tools to state-of-the-art animatronics, to creative homemade props, to horror movie-type scenes, plus the actors are fun and there are refreshments... and it is all under one roof!
Teresa - This was my first time going to the Factory of Terror. This place has won the Guinness Book world record for the Longest Indoor Haunted Attraction in the World 3 times. It is 5 different haunts under one roof in an old abandoned foundry. For the price of one ticket, you get into all five of them, which is a really good deal. Check out the website, as they have all kinds of special tickets and discounts. We got there on a Saturday night in October. There was a pretty good crowd outside. I'd recommend ordering your tickets online and picking them up at the pickup window around the side. It looked to be a much shorter wait.
Once inside, it is pretty easy to follow the signs to whichever line you belong in. There are some pretty amazing props and animatronics to see while you wait. There's also a photo backdrop where you can get a professional photo of your group that you can pick up at the end. Each haunt lets you out into an open area which makes it convenient to take a break, then get into the next queue when you're ready. They did a really good job of spacing out the groups so you don't wind up with a line of strangers stepping on your heels. The haunts had so much stuff in them! You get some of everything! The props, the animatronics, the lighting, the structure, the effects, the creepy sounds, the monsters...it's all there somewhere. My favorite thing was that each one seemed to have something that really made it stand out in my mind. When you go through 5 haunts in one place, there's the risk that they will all run together, and parts of them do. But certain things really stand out. For me, these were: the old industrial equipment left over from the old foundry (now put to good use), the awesome giant bats, the spiders, the foggy metal walkways that reminded me of being in a cave, the vortex tunnel, a fantastic mirror maze, one of the best graveyard scenes I've ever seen, a creepy catacomb scene with loads of skeletons, some VERY enthusiastic actors on bungees, a dungeon-like room with mirrors and chains, some really cool lighting effects, some squeeze tunnels, and some of the best animatronics you can find. There was this giant cross that was really impressive. The actors did a great job in their roles, and some were pretty funny. Others were aggressive, and did a really good job scaring you without making this a touch haunt. I really thought the rest areas in between haunts were nice, with refreshments being available and lots of horrific things to look at. There was even a carnival-type game involving zombie brains where you could win prizes. Lots of people were taking advantage of the props to snap selfies. There are also souvenirs available.
If you're looking for a fun way to spend the evening, this place is a great deal. It has a little (or a lot) of everything from actual vintage machine tools to state-of-the-art animatronics, to creative homemade props, to horror movie-type scenes, plus the actors are fun and there are refreshments... and it is all under one roof!
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6 Reasons Sex Is Better on Vacation
It has nothing to do with free drinks or deluxe hotel sheets.
By Anthea Levi
Ah, vacation. Whether you’re soaking up sun on the beach, exploring a new city, or trekking your way up a mountain, a time-out from your usual routine is just so damn good for the mind and body.
But there's one vacation health benefit we want to put the spotlight on: better sex. Getting it on when you've gotten away from it all feels adventurous and exciting; it's like hitting refresh and giving you license to try out new moves and indulge in longer, lazier, more connected action. We've rounded up all the ways vacation sex is the best sex—and after you've finished reading, you might realize it's time to book a room out of town. Happy travels!
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You’re more relaxed
Stress is the archenemy of great sex. Once you're free from the usual stressors in your life, your brain and body can chill out—and that takes your sex life to the next level. Being relaxed helps in another way too: It allows you to be more tuned in to your partner rather than mentally miles away, with deadlines and other pressures cycling through your head.
"When you’re on vacation, you’re more able to be present because you’re not distracted by work or other responsibilities,” says Holly Richmond, PhD, a Los Angeles-based relationship and sex therapist. “You have this extra space emotionally that you can devote to having fun and being with your partner, which of course makes for better sex.”
You have a lot more time
After a long and taxing workday, and then your responsibilities on the home front, it can be tough for partners to get pumped about sex later in the evening. The result? You either skip it altogether—or get it on and wish you were sleeping instead.
Being away lets you have sex off the clock whenever and for how long you want. “At home we tend to follow a routine, but on vacation, all bets are off,” says Richmond. “We can experiment with different times of the day that feel best for us instead of getting pushed into having sex in the evening.” If you’re morning people, wake your SO up for some energizing a.m. sex. Rather get up and out first thing? Sneak away from the pool at 3 p.m. for a roll in the hay instead.
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A new environment is exciting
When it comes to amazing sex, it’s all about keeping things novel. “When we go on vacation, even if it’s to a place we’ve been before, our surroundings are different, we feel different, the air is different,” says Richmond. “Just bringing all of that novelty into our sexual experience can heighten things and make sex more exciting.”
While you’re on vacay, take advantage of all the things your new surroundings have to offer, like an outdoor shower or a balcony shielded from public view. Getting sexy in new spaces will force you to get creative with positions.
You’re feeling adventurous
Traveling to a new place automatically comes with a sense of adventure. You’re seeing new things, eating new foods, hearing new languages. Don't be surprised if your newfound desire to explore carries over into the bedroom. It's the right opportunity to say to your partner, "I’ve been wanting to try X in bed and now is the perfect time to do it.”
Richmond says she often tells her clients to capitalize on this newness and excitement. “I always advise couples to bring sex toys they’ve been wanting to try on a trip,” she tells Health. “Just buy it, stick it in your bag, and bring it on vacation.” Simple as that.
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You feel closer to your partner
It takes a certain amount of comfort to go away with a partner, and even the simplest travel tasks can translate into a deeper bond. “Sometimes just navigating the airport and getting where you need to go makes you feel like you're a team and like your partner has got your back,” says Richmond. “Vacations where there are treks or expeditions like bungee jumping or zip lining have even more potential to bring you closer together and make you feel extra connected.” And of course, the closer you feel, the more likely it is that you’ll have closer, more meaningful sex.
You dress to impress
Here's something you may not have realized: “People tend to dress sexier on vacation,” says Richmond. “Most people don’t bring their old, comfy clothes on a trip.” Sure, appearances aren’t everything, but you might be extra turned on when you see your partner looking his or her best during your vacay—whether he's on the beach in board shirts or decked out in black tie.
The visual appeal of a new or more revealing outfit goes both ways. “Stop saving your sexy lingerie for a special occasion,” says Richmond. “This is the perfect time to put it on.” Pro tip: leave your comfy sweats out of your carry on. Chances are your SO already sees you in those every night.
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Royal Observatory at Greenwich Revived 60 Years After London Smog Forced It To Close
June 25, 2018 ·by Jeffrey Olmsted· 0
The Royal Observatory at Greenwich has been an essential asset for astronomy and navigation in London, but the so-called London smog shut it down back in the 1950s. Now, 60 years later the observatory revived and restarted its operations.
In the 1950s, the industrialization of London and the massive growth of railways caused a dense smog that covered England’s capital city and made it impossible for astronomers to see anything with their instruments. Thus, all the London-based observatories shut down their operations. Fortunately, now, 60 years from then, the Royal Observatory at Greenwich reopened its gates.
Now, the skies are clearer over London, and the smog is not anymore do dense, but the central help for reviving the Greenwich Observatory came from a new high-end telescope that replaced the old one. The new telescopes are made with specific filtration systems that can eliminate the pollution from the equation and clear the path to see stars, planets, and even distant galaxies.
“The observatory really started to wind down in 1948 because Greenwich had been expanding, and Greenwich Power Station was belching out smoke, so the telescopes were becoming useless,” said Dr. Louise Devoy, the Curator of Royal Observatory Greenwich.
Also, according to Dr. Devoy, “the railways and iron-framed buildings interfered with the signals, and the vibrations from the trains made impossible” magnetic and meteorological readings which were also part of the regular activity at the Royal Observatory at Greenwich.
Founded by Charles II in Greenwich in 1675 to enhance the sea navigation by mapping the stars on the skies, the Royal Observatory ended its activity in 1957 due to the dense London smog.
In 2017, however, the Royal Museum Greenwich commenced a fundraising campaign to equip the observatory with a new telescope. Luckily, the campaign was successful in raising about 150,000 GBP. Accordingly, now, Royale Observatory at Greenwich revived 60 years after London smog forced it to close its gates.
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Engaged and expecting: Double joy for Black Swan actress Natalie Portman
December 28, 2010 - 11:20 GMT hellomagazine.com The 29-year-old has announced that she is engaged and pregnant with her first baby
There is some very happy news to share from Hollywood.
Natalie Portman has revealed that not only is she engaged, she is also pregnant with her first child.
It has been confirmed that the 29-year-old actress is expecting a baby with her new fiancé, ballet choreographer Benjamin Millepied, which is due in 2011.
In a statement to Entertainment Weekly, Israel-born Natalie confirmed the happy news, saying: “I have always kept my private life private, but I will say that I am indescribably happy and feel very grateful to have this experience.”
The delighted couple met late in 2009 on the set of Black Swan, for which Natalie has received critical acclaim and nominations for a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award.
France-born Benjamin, 32, a classically trained ballet dancer, was hired to choreograph Natalie’s dances.
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Halloween is tomorrow and at this spookiest time of the year, I felt that I should remind you of some rules and facts that we have learned from horror films....
The basic horror movie survival rules, as set by Randy at the first Scream movie are:
#1: You can never have sex - sorry guys, sex equals death :-)
#2: You can never drink or do drugs - The sin factor! It's a sin. It's an extension of number one.
#3: Never, ever, ever under any circumstances say, "I'll be right back." Because you won't be back.
And of course, at a horror film, you push the laws and you end up dead.
Scream, 1996
Then again, it's those situations where you know that it's going to end up a horror film: let's say if you took a winter job in an isolated hotel, thinking that you will have time to work on your writing.... We can all guess how it's going to turn out:
The Shining, 1980
Also avoid showers... Especially in creepy motels with creepy motel owners with weird fixations on their mother....
Psycho, 1960
You might want to also avoid school dances: you never know when some girl is going to mental after a school prank!
Carrie, 2013 (remake of the original 1976 film)
Then we have the occasional vampires, zombies, warewolves and evil spirits, but don't worry we have Buffy for all that ;-)
Happy Halloween everybody!!!
The Hundred-Foot Journey
This week, lots of good movies are out ('71, Il Capitale Umano). Among them, is also The Hundred Foot Journey which I saw on a special screening on earlier this week.
Swedish director Lasse Hallström known for Chocolat, brings Helen Mirren to the French countryside, opposite (literally: just 30,5 metres across the street) to an Indian restaurant that opens across her own, awarded with a Michelin star, fancy restaurant.
The family with a son who is a talented chef (Manish Dayal), straggles intergrating with the French culture and bringing their own Indian culture to the mix. The film follows the path of the son, who wishes to differentiate from his family and finally make it as a chef, the fear of the French for the new and unknown and the unexpected romance(s) that sprung out of the multiculti environment!
Based on Richard C. Morais' novel and produced by heavy names of the industry such as Steven Spielberg & Oprah Winfrey, the film's recipy seems to work, as cheesy as it might be. Hellen Mirren and the veteran Omi Puri play significant role to that, and along with the scenery, the spices and the cute young couple, a delicious film is served to the audience! A fun, tasty choice for this week!
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Days of Glory: Impressions on Having Nintendo's Hot Holiday Hardware in the Home Theater
Posted Tue Nov 22, 2016 at 05:30 PM PST by Julian De Backer
Nintendomania.
Editor's Notes: The below impressions are based off of the Nintendo Classic Mini as it is sold in Europe. For comparison's sake, I've included a few shots of my North American NES Classic Edition and one of the rare extra controllers. I acquired the console by way of the very rare Target preorder offering and the extra controller by way of the very limited (10 seconds maybe) Amazon release day offering. The extra controller was shipped in a soft pack, and thereby the box was damaged. As noted below, the European version does not include a power supply. (Both versions are USB powered at any rate.) Finally, I picked up an Insignia controller extension cable at Best Buy. (Console was $60 minus some Target deals, the extra controller was $10, as was the controller extension.)
NES Controller (NES Classic Edition)
Flashpoint: On November 11, 2016, Nintendo unleashed its first official retro/throwback console to the general public.
Not only did this come on the heels of Sony's much more expensive new hardware offering, but as luck (or bad fortune) would have it, 11 November is a holiday in Belgium. Worse, I forgot to preorder. The gods of classic gaming were kind, though: a quick call to a local toy store on 10 November proved fruitful enough to procure a NES Classic Edition on 12 November. Many eager fans were left in the dust, however, and prices on eBay quickly quadrupled amidst fears of the item being produced as a one-off batch. Those fears were quickly squandered when Nintendo promised more consoles on the horizon for January 2017, and beyond. Still, allocation could have been better. In a repeat of amiibo scenarios, artificial scarcity seems to have been implemented. Naughty Nintendo still at large.
The European edition of the 'NES Classic Edition' is identical to the American one, right down to the selection of the games. The only difference is the name, and the lack of AC adapter for the USB-based power lead. Over here, the tiny console is officially called the 'Nintendo Classic Mini.' Meanwhile, the Japanese version has been branded 'Nintendo Mini Classic: Family Computer,' and offers different games and different hardware, obviously in an effort to mimic the Famicom of yore.
Here's a full list of what is included in the Nintendo Classic Mini box:
-The Nintendo Classic Mini console
-One Nintendo Classic Mini controller
-One high speed HDMI cable
-One USB cable
-Operations manual, and 300 MyNintendo rewards points
The USB cable can be plugged into just about any USB-compatible device (I used the one in my TV, for instance). There is no output AC adapter supplied, which is a bit of a cheap move by Nintendo. I tried to use the adapter from the PSP Go, but that one has differing internal knobs. Pity. It would have been cool to power a NES with Sony hardware, as if one was to recreate the failed 'SNES CD' collaboration effort between Nintendo and Sony that eventually resulted in the first PlayStation.
The console is tiny compared to the original Nintendo Entertainment System from 1985. Though the shape is the same, the footprints are dramatically different.
While many aspects of the console are attractive, (such as the price), the inclusion of proper HDMI really makes the new hardware an attractive option. In Nintendo's long history (and recent production), this is really only the second HDMI offering to speak of.
As has been well-documented by now, the length of the new controller cord is abysmal. The controller ports are proprietary and are the same as the port used in the bottom of a Wii Remote. The player needs to invest in a very long HDMI cable to game from the couch, or else just sit very close to the TV as in those early 90s/late 80s days. We may never know whatever Nintendo was thinking when they made the design gaffe, but it's a painful and obvious flaw.
Other than that, however, the console is an absolute winner. Starting up, a splash screen with 8 language choices pops up. While I opted for English, my native Dutch is available. This was next to impossible in the 80's and 90's. I remember many a GameBoy game offering the exotic lingo flavours of French, German, Spanish and Italian, but Dutch was almost always out of the question. A pleasant surprise to find it on the NES Classic Edition for sure. Display options are super sweet. Take your pick between 'CRT filter', '4:3' or 'Pixel Perfect.' 'CRT filter' adds a thin, hazy gauze over a HD television screen, and whisks the player back to 1985 with blurry definition and muddy colors. I loved it, and I have sampled all games with this display option. Less nostalgic gamers will be most pleased with Pixel Perfect, which provides, well, a pixel perfect rendition of the games on offer.
The reset button has been made an essential part of using the console. It's really the player's best friend when it comes to hopping from game to game. There is no in-game menu or selection screen. The reset button is also the highway to saving the games (a bonus, considering very few 8-bit titles had a save ability back then), and the method is very easy: each game has four slots, and overwriting a slot is executed by pushing the A-button for a few second - with a cute animation to boot, in which the new save literally kicks the old save away.
And the games? While I eventually bought a second-hand system in 2012, I never owned a Nintendo Entertainment System back in the day. My gaming adventures started in 1992, with the GameBoy and the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. As such, a lot of so-called classics escaped my gaming clutches. Good luck trying to find an affordable copy of 'Mega Man 2' or 'Ninja Gaiden' today, with the retro gaming scene having exploded and expanded to obscene levels. Prior to playing on this new retro NES, I had never played 'Kirby's Adventures,' 'Final Fantasy,' 'Castlevania' (and its sequel), 'Ninja Gaiden,' 'Tecmo Bowl,' 'Bubble Bobble,' 'Ice Climber,' 'Balloon Fight,' 'Punch-Out!!,' 'Galaga,' 'Dr. Mario,' 'Gradius,' 'Startropics' or 'Double Dragon II: The Revenge.'
Playing the 30 classics reminded me of how far we've come in the world of gaming. It's easy to forget how difficult some games were (hence the 'Nintendo Hard' trope), and how newer gamers have no right to complain about dying in 'Uncharted' or 'The Last of Us.' Even 'Dr. Mario' was brutal (yet fun). I spent a solid two hours before I finally scored my first victory. Either a bout of color blindness acted up, or the game's simple gameplay mechanics were beyond my understanding. My hands were clenched in fists of rage (to quote Don McLean), yet no solution lay anywhere on the horizon. 'Ninja Gaiden' was – true to its reputation – hard as fuark. Die once in 'Stage 1-2,' and it's back to 'Stage 1-1' for you. And there's a time limit, to add extra spice to the proceedings. Or 'Super C' with its one-hit kills. 'Donkey Kong' (and 'Donkey Kong Jr.'), in which the protagonist (Mario/Jumpman, or Donkey Kong Jr.) can't jump from great heights. Or 'Super Mario Bros. 2,' with super slippery controls that require perfect timing. Great stuff, but I had to warn the neighbors that my incessant screaming-at-the-screen did not require 911 attention.
The 'NES Classic Edition' is a joy, and a wonderful throwback to the classic games of yesteryear. Graphics, sounds, and emulation are eerily good. The only downside is the lack of expansion (say, a SD-slot with Virtual Console support would have been a nice touch) and the absurd short length of the controller's cable. But for $60, at $2 per game, it's a sweet bargain and a joyous celebration of why we love Nintendo. Long live the boys from Kyoto.
Now bring on the Switch.
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Journal of Robotics
Journal of Robotics / 2011 / Article
AbstractIntroductionRelated WorkConclusionAcknowledgmentsReferencesCopyright
Joel M. Esposito, "Maintaining Wireless Connectivity Constraints for Robot Swarms in the Presence of Obstacles", Journal of Robotics, vol. 2011, Article ID 571485, 12 pages, 2011. https://doi.org/10.1155/2011/571485
Maintaining Wireless Connectivity Constraints for Robot Swarms in the Presence of Obstacles
Joel M. Esposito1
1Department of Systems Engineering, United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA
Academic Editor: John T. Y. Wen
Revised24 May 2011
Published28 Aug 2011
The swarm paradigm of multirobot cooperation relies on a distributed architecture, where each robot makes its own decisions based on locally available knowledge. But occasionally the swarm members may need to share information about their environment or actions through some type of ad hoc communication channel, such as a radio modem, infrared communication, or an optical connection. In all of these cases robust operation is best attained when the transmitter/receiver robot pair is (1) separated by less than some maximum distance (range constraint); and (2) not obstructed by large dense objects (line-of-sight constraint). Therefore to maintain a wireless link between two robots, it is desirable to simultaneously comply with these two spatial constraints. Given a swarm of point robots with specified initial and final configurations and a set of desired communication links consistent with the above criteria, we explore the problem of designing inputs to achieve the final configuration while preserving the desired links for the duration of the motion. Some interesting conclusions about the feasibility of the problem are offered. A potential field-based optimization algorithm is provided, along with a novel composition scheme, and its operation is demonstrated through both simulation and experimentation on a group of small robots.
Large teams of mobile robots, referred to as swarms can be more effective in accomplishing certain tasks, as compared with a single, possibly more sophisticated, robot. The advantages of the swarm are especially apparent in applications that benefit from spatially distributed sensing, such as environmental sampling [1], coordinated map making [2], and search [3]. Manipulating and transporting large objects is an application which can benefit from spatially distributed actuation [4–7]. In contrast to centralized control methods, the swarm paradigm of multirobot cooperation relies on a distributed architecture, where each robot makes its own decisions based on locally available knowledge. Advantages of such an approach include improved scalability with respect to swarm size, robustness with respect to the failure of a single swarm member, and the possibility of a human operator controlling swarm wide behavior through a low-dimensional set of input parameters [8, 9].
However, in many applications, it is impossible or inefficient to employ truly independent control algorithms on each agent. In order to complete their task the swarm members may need to share information about their intentions or their environment. Indeed, many proposed control laws in the literature require that each member of the swarm is connected to the group through some type of ad hoc, low-power, wireless communication channel, such as a radio or optical links. Power limitations and phenomena such as secondary reflections and shadow effects create a variety constraints on the relative positions of the transmitter and receiver. We abstract these more complex electromagnetic phenomena and work with a simpler two-component communication constraint. The first is a limitation on the maximum distance between the transmitter and receiver, referred to here, and in other works, as the Range Constraint. Considerably less attention has been given to Line-of-Sight Constraints—necessitated by the difficulty of reliably transmitting wireless messages through large dense obstacles. Together we term these two spatial constraints Communication Constraints. If a pair of robots meet these constraints, we assume they can establish a wireless link. While this treatment is idealized, it is a significant improvement over the “range only" constraints considered in most of the connectivity control literature. Of course in addition to these constraints the robots may have some overall motion objectives (either individually or as a group), such as moving toward a goal and avoiding obstacles.
In this paper we address the problem of navigating the swarm, in the plane, from an initial configuration to a specified final configuration, while maintaining a pre-specified list of wireless links between certain robots (range plus line-of-sight). After a review of related work below, we provide a formal problem statement in Section 3. We consider existence of solutions in Section 4 and necessary properties of solution trajectories. In Section 5 we introduce potential fields for the goal/obstacle avoidance, range and line-of-sight objectives. Section 6 discusses how to compose these sometimes disparate objectives and provides a computational algorithm for assigning motion directions. Simulation and hardware-based experimental demonstrations of the algorithm’s operation are included in Section 7 followed by concluding remarks in Section 8.
2. Related Work
In this section we review some common notions of robot swarm connectivity and their role in flocking behavior and formation control. We then narrow the scope of the discussion to related work on explicit control of swarm connectivity, and the relationship to the approach presented here. We end with a discussion of the line-of-sight constraint.
2.1. Notions of Connectivity
Most discussions on connectivity within robot swarms employ a neighbor or proximity graph modeling paradigm [10], where each vertex in the graph represents a robot and each graph edge represents a wireless communication link. The criteria to establish a link is almost always based on the physical distance (i.e., range) between the robots [11, 12]. We adopt both the graph theoretic modeling paradigm and the range constraint in this paper. As an extension, some works [13, 14] consider multihop connectivity, still using interrobot range as the underlying criteria. If an edge joins two vertices, the corresponding robots are considered locally connected. The swarm as a whole is considered globally connected if an edgepath of finite length exists between any two vertices in the graph. Global connectivity can be verified algebraically by determining if the second smallest Eigenvalue of the graph’s LaPlacian matrix is greater than zero. Larger values indicate a more strongly connected configuration.
2.2. Role of Connectivity in Consensus and Stability
All works on flocking and formation control rely on some underlying notion of swarm connectivity to prove stability and convergence. In general the primary objective of flocking can be thought of as establishing a consensus on individual robot velocity vectors [15]. The work by Reynolds [16] is considered to be the inspiration for many works on flocking. While that work did not formally describe the notion of global connectivity in terms of graphs, the control law stipulated certain informational dependencies—namely, that each robot should know the position and velocity of the other agents in its neighborhood. These assumption are now considered standard, and we make similar ones in this paper. Efforts to formally prove that the swarm reaches a consensus regarding their velocity vectors ultimately employed a neighbor graph to reflect these dependencies, showed that global connectivity is a necessary condition for consensus, and proved that the convergence rate is determined by the second smallest Eigenvalue of the graph’s LaPlacian matrix [10–12]. In these works the relative pose of the robots is not specified and the connection topology is entirely range based, and therefore dynamic, so the control laws must include a potential function that maintains interrobot ranges within a certain tolerance, similar to [17].
Formation control involves moving a group of robots while maintaining a fixed relative pose between them. In these works some type of graph theoretic framework is also used [18]. Typically the connection topology is static, where certain robots are designated as leaders, and others follow maintaining specific edges in the graph. Here the connectivity properties of the graph can be used to prove stability [19–23]. In both formation and flocking works, while there is a acknowledged relationship between stable flocking and connectivity, the primary objective is the former and the later is a necessary condition.
2.3. Connectivity as a Primary Control Objective
There are several works that explicitly treat connectivity as the primary control objective. They can be loosely divided into optimization-based (or open loop) approaches and feedback approaches. In [24] the authors synthesize configurations and paths that maximize swarm’s global connectivity, as measured by the second smallest Eigenvalue of the graph’s LaPlacian matrix using a Semidefinite Programming formulation. The work in [13] more closely resembles the problem considered here. A desired graph is specified and must be maintained for all time. Two hop, range-based edges are considered, and they show the set of all such connected configurations is a star-shaped set. As a result, the initial path supplied to the receding horizon optimizer consists of contracting the swarm to a point, following a straight line trajectory to the goal, and expanding the swarm again. An optimization criteria called connectivity robustness is used to refine the result. In both cases numerical techniques are used off-line to compute an open loop path. In our work, numerical methods are employed in real time as part of a closed loop feedback control law.
An example of a feedback-based method is in [25]. The problem of maintaining specific edges in the neighbor graph is phrased as controlling the dynamics of the adjacency matrix through a set of inequalities [14]. A potential field-based controller is used in [26]. A potential function is defined on the Cartesian product of swarm member poses, and loss of global connectivity is modeled as a virtual obstacle in that space. Locally optimal configurations are achieved. Unlike [13] or [27], this approach does not specify individual edges to be maintained.
Like the works discussed above, the work presented here and our earlier work [27] explicitly treat connectivity as a control objective.
2.4. Line of Sight
Several authors in the wireless networking community have studied the adverse impact of transmitter/receiver occlusions from an electromagnetic field strength perspective and the modeling implications of this for mobile robotics have been discussed in detail [28]. Practitioners have long observed the effect. Applications in multirobot coverage [29] and map making [30], for example, assume that information exchanges only occur when line of sight is established. Also, the pervasive use of computer vision for robotics tasks such as cooperative localization [31], or search and pursuit [32] has also necessitated the consideration of line-of-sight constraints.
In some of these cases, loss of line of sight is considered an unfortunate “fact of life” [30]; in other cases it is exploited to determine the connectivity properties of the environment [29, 31]. But none of these works explicitly includes a motion controller that actively prevents such losses from occurring.
The principle difference between the connectivity work discussed in the previous section and the work presented in this paper, is that we modify the local connection/edge formation criteria to explicitly maintain line-of-sight constraints as well as the widely used single-hop, range constraint. To our knowledge this issue has only been considered in a few previous works. A behavior-based approach is described in [33]; while the performance cannot be proven it was illustrated through simulation. In [34] a planetary rover application was considered and six heuristics for maintaining line of sight were introduced. The approach was largely successful but could not solve all the presented test scenarios. The authors speculated that some of the unsolved scenarios were simply infeasible.
3. Problem Statement
Given 𝑛 point robots, let 𝑞𝑖∈ℝ2 be the state vector of robot 𝑖. The robots operate in a subset of the plane 𝐶⊂ℝ2 which is populated with obstacles defined by compact sets 𝑂𝑗, 𝑗=1,…,𝑚. Motion is generated according to the dynamics ̇𝑞𝑖=𝑢𝑖,(1) where the velocity input is 𝑢𝑖∈𝑈⊂ℝ2; 𝑞𝑖 is only permitted to evolve in the free space 𝐶free⋃=𝐶−𝑚𝑗=1𝑂𝑗. Occasionally we will use 𝑞∈ℝ2𝑛 to denote the swarm state—the concatenation of states 𝑞1⋯𝑞𝑛; 𝑢 to represent the concatenation of the input vectors; ̇𝑞=𝑢 to represent the collective swarm dynamics.
Any given swarm state 𝑞 induces a communication graph 𝐺(𝑞)=(𝑉,𝐸). Each vertex in the graph, 𝑣𝑖∈𝑉 represents a robot and each edge 𝑒𝑖𝑗∈𝐸 represents a wireless communication link between robots 𝑖 and 𝑗. The edge 𝑒𝑖𝑗 is added to the graph if both of the following conditions are met.(1)Range: 𝑑(𝑞𝑖,𝑞𝑗)≤𝜌max where 𝜌max is some positive constant indicating the maximum effective range of the transmitter. (2)Line of Sight: ∃𝑥(𝑠)∈𝐶free, for all 𝑠∈[0,1], such that 𝑥(𝑠)=𝑠𝑞𝑖+(1−𝑠)𝑞𝑗.
Note that 𝑑 indicates distance as measured by the Euclidian metric. Both constraints model the power limitations of small wireless transmitters discussed in Section 1. A configuration 𝑞 is said to be connected if the induced communication graph 𝐺 is connected (i.e., if for any node pair 𝑖,𝑗 there exists an edge path of arbitrary length between them).
We are concerned with the following problem (see Figure 1), which requires the entire swarm to move to a desired position while maintaining certain communication links, 𝐺∗.
The basic problem considered in this paper. Design a control law to guide the swarm from the initial position, 𝑞 𝑜 , to the desired final position, 𝑞 𝑓 , while maintaining desired communication links (range plus line of sight).
Problem 1. Given an initial connected configuration 𝑞𝑜=𝑞(𝑡𝑜), a desired final connected configuration 𝑞𝑓 and a graph 𝐺∗ such that 𝐺(𝑞𝑜)⊇𝐺∗ and𝐺(𝑞𝑓)⊇𝐺∗, determine a function 𝒰∶[𝑡𝑜,𝑡𝑓]→𝑈 such that(1)𝑞(𝑡𝑓)=𝑞𝑓 (i.e., Goal-directed motion); (2)𝐺(𝑞(𝑡))⊇𝐺∗, for all 𝑡∈[𝑡𝑜,𝑡𝑓] (Line of Sight and Range).
4. Existence of Solutions
Clearly there are certain combinations of the free space 𝐶free and the desired connectivity graph 𝐺∗ for which the problem may not have a solution. Furthermore, even when a solution exists, there are certain classes of algorithms incapable of solving the problem. The concept of homotopy [35] is intimately related to these existence questions.
4.1. Homotopy Definitions
If 𝑞1,𝑞2∶[𝑡𝑜,𝑡𝑓]→𝐶free are continuous maps (paths), we say that 𝑞1(𝑡) and 𝑞2(𝑡) are homotopic if there exists a continuous map 𝑇∶[𝑡𝑜,𝑡𝑓]×[0,1]→𝐶free such that 𝑇(𝑡,0)=𝑞1𝑇(𝑡),(𝑡,1)=𝑞2(𝑡),∀𝑡.(2) If such a function exists, we say 𝑇 is a homotopy. This homotopy defines an equivalence relation on paths. Note that unlike path homotopy [35], the endpoints of 𝑞1 and 𝑞2 do not coincide.
Of particular interest in this paper is the straight-line homotopy, illustrated in Figure 3 (right), 𝑇(𝑡,𝑠)=(1−𝑠)𝑞1(𝑡)+𝑠𝑞2(𝑡),(3) due to its obvious connection to the line-of-sight constraint. If two paths 𝑞1(𝑡), 𝑞2(𝑡) have a straight line homotopy then the line-of-sight constraint is preserved for all 𝑡. If the range constraint is violated at any point on the trajectory, the straight-line homotopy can be used to correct the condition.
4.2. Intrinsic Lack of Solution
Obviously, when 𝐶free is not path connected, and 𝑞0 and 𝑞𝑓 lie in different connected components, there is no solution to the motion planning problem.
Furthermore, if 𝐶free is multiply connected and 𝐺∗ contains cycles, solutions do not exist for all choices of 𝑞𝑜 or 𝑞𝑓. To capture this we apply the concept of loop homotopy.
A path 𝑞, is considered a loop, 𝜆, if 𝑞(𝑡𝑜)=𝑞(𝑡𝑓). Note that the trivial loop is the constant loop 𝜆(𝑡)=𝜆(𝑡𝑜), for all 𝑡. We can apply the homotopy equivalence relation to loops as well. Similar to general homotopy, if one loop can be continuously deformed into a second loop, the two loops are loop-homotopic equivalent.
For a given cycle 𝐺𝑐⊆𝐺∗, one can connect the points 𝑞𝑜𝑖 corresponding to the vertices in the cycle to form a loop 𝜆𝑜 using straight-line segments; likewise a corresponding loop 𝜆𝑓, using 𝑞𝑓, can be constructed using the same vertices. See Figure 2 for an example. If these two loops are not in the same homotopic equivalence class, it implies that the loops wrap around the obstacles in such a way that is impossible to go from 𝑞0 to 𝑞𝑓 without disconnecting some edges, then no solution to the problem exists.
Geometry of the line-of-sight problem, required to compute 𝜙 l o s 𝑖 𝑗 .
Frames depict an example of a combination of 𝐺 ∗ , 𝑞 𝑜 , and 𝑞 𝑓 which are not feasible. Loops in left and right frames are not in the same homotopic equivalence class.
Remark 1. To ensure the existence of solutions in this paper we only consider path-connected free spaces; and 𝑞0,𝑞𝑓 such that loops corresponding to any cycles of 𝐺∗ are homotopic to the constant loop.
4.3. Attribute of Complete Solution Algorithms
As remarked earlier, in order to maintain an edge 𝑒𝑖𝑗, for all 𝑡∈[𝑡𝑜,𝑡𝑓], there must exist a straight-line homotopy between 𝑞𝑖(𝑡) and 𝑞𝑗(𝑡). Intuitively a necessary (not sufficient) condition for such a solution is that paths 𝑞𝑖(𝑡) and 𝑞𝑗(𝑡) must pass around the same “side" of an obstacle. See Figure 3. Therefore, if 𝐺∗ is connected, all robots, in some loose sense, must collectively pass around the same “side" of every obstacle—that is, the swarm cannot “split".
This notion is difficult to formalize however. The traditional path-homotopy equivalence relation does not apply because the endpoints of 𝑞𝑖(𝑡) and 𝑞𝑗(𝑡) do not coincide. Also, general homotopy does not preserve the line-of-sight constraint; and the straight-line homotopy does not induce an equivalence relation (it lacks transitivity). Instead we introduce the following definition which formalizes the concept of the paths “passing around the same side of the obstacle".
Definition 2 (Path-Loop Homotopic Equivalence). Given two paths 𝑞𝑖(𝑡) and 𝑞𝑗(𝑡), consider the loop resulting from the concatenation 𝜆𝑖𝑗=[𝑞𝑖(𝑡)]⋅[𝑞𝑖(𝑡𝑓)→𝑞𝑗(𝑡𝑓)]⋅[𝑞𝑗(𝑡)]−1⋅[𝑞𝑗(𝑡𝑜)→𝑞𝑖(𝑡𝑜)] (see Figure 3). We call 𝑞𝑖(𝑡) and 𝑞𝑗(𝑡) path loop homotopic if and only if 𝜆𝑖𝑗 is homotopic to the constant loop.
Remark 3. Later we will explore some connections between the definitions in this section and our control laws. Namely, (1)our range potential produces motions equivilent to the straight line homotopy; (2)the line-of-sight potential preserves path-loop homotopic equivalence; (3)the pathloop homotopic equivalence condition suggests that a truly distributed controller is incapable of solving the problem for arbitrary initial conditions—either some “lead" robot must select a path class for the entire swarm or some type of bidirectional messaging must be used to reach a dynamic consensus on path-class selection.
5. Potential Functions
5.1. Range
The range constraint dictates that if 𝑒𝑖𝑗∈𝐺∗ then 𝑑(𝑞𝑖,𝑞𝑗)≤𝜌max. This is enforced by a potential 𝜙range𝑖𝑗𝑞𝑖,𝑞𝑗=⎧⎪⎨⎪⎩𝑞0,𝑑𝑖,𝑞𝑗<𝜌max,𝑑𝑞𝑖,𝑞𝑗−𝜌max2𝑞,𝑑𝑖,𝑞𝑗≥𝜌max.(4) We point out several observations. (1)The potential only possesses minima at configurations where the range constraint is satisfied. (2)The partial derivatives are antisymmetric: 𝜕𝜙range𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑖=−𝜕𝜙range𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑗.(3)𝜙range is smooth and the partial derivatives are defined everywhere. (4)The motion induced by ̇𝑞𝑖=−𝜕𝜙range𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑖 is essentially the straight-line homotopy and therefore preserves line of sight.
If two robots 𝑞𝑖, 𝑞𝑗 such that 𝑒𝑖𝑗∈𝐸, are in danger of losing line of sight, it means one of them is occluded from the other's view by an obstacle as seen in Figure 4. Consider the straight line connecting them. We call the closest parallel that does not intersect the obstacle, the occlusion line, OL. The line-of-sight constraint is enforced by a potential: 𝜙los𝑖𝑗𝑞𝑖,𝑞𝑗=𝑑0ifL.O.S.2𝑞𝑖,OLelse,(5) where 𝑑(𝑞𝑗,𝑂𝐿) denotes the distance from 𝑞𝑖 to the occlusion line defined in the usual way.
The left frame illustrates a situation where line of sight is not maintained (no straight-line homotopy between paths; loop is not homotopic to constant loop). The right frame shows two paths that maintain line of sight (straight-line homotopy between paths; loop is homotopic to the constant loop).
We point out several observations. (1)The potential only possesses minima at configurations where the line-of-sight constraint is satisfied. (2)The partial derivatives are symmetric 𝜕𝜙los𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑖=𝜕𝜙los𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑗.(3) The motion induced by 𝑢𝑖=𝑢𝑗=−𝜕𝜙los𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑖 preserves path-loop homotopic equivalence. (4)𝜙los is continuous and its partial derivatives are defined almost everywhere (see Figure 4). (5)The set of measure zero, along which 𝜙los is non-smooth, is not in the basin of attraction of the induced motion.
To see why the third property holds, consider two paths that possess path-loop equivalence, such as in Figure 3 (right). Deforming the path-loop in such a way as to make it no longer equivalent to the constant loop requires forcing one of the lines connecting 𝑞𝑖 and 𝑞𝑗 to cross through the center of the obstacle (Figure 4) which requires increasing 𝜙los.
5.3. Goal Attainment and Obstacle Avoidance
In this paper we use Navigation Functions as the basis for ensuring the goal completion portion of the problem (𝑞→𝑞𝑓). Navigation Functions are artificial potential fields that simultaneously provide obstacle avoidance and almost everywhere convergence to a goal configuration [36].
Definition 4 (Navigation Function). For robot 𝑖, a scalar map 𝜙𝑖goal∶𝐶free→[0,1] is a Navigation Function if it is(1)polar at 𝑞𝑓𝑖 (i.e., has a unique minimum on the path connected component of 𝐶free containing 𝑞𝑓𝑖); (2)admissible on 𝐶free (i.e., it is uniformly maximal on the boundary of 𝐶free);(3) a Morse function (i.e., its Hessian is nonsingular at the critical points); (4) smooth on 𝐶free (i.e., at least 𝐶2).
As an example consider that in the simplest case of circular obstacles in a circular workspace, a navigation function for robot 𝑖 can be defined as 𝜙𝑖goal𝑞𝑖=𝑑2𝑞𝑖,𝑞𝑓𝑖𝑑𝑘𝑞𝑖,𝑞𝑓𝑖+∏𝑀𝑗=0𝑑𝑞𝑖,𝑂𝑗1/𝑘,(6) where 𝑂𝑗 is obstacle 𝑗, 𝑂0 is the boundary of the workspace, and the parameter 𝑘 must be selected high enough that all local minima, except at 𝑞𝑓𝑖, disappear.
Remark 5. A fundamental result from topology (the Morse Index Theorem [35]) states that it is impossible to derive a smooth potential function that has only one critical point (at the goal) when the workspace is multiply connected. Therefore, any potential defined on a workspace with 𝑀 obstacles will inevitably possess 𝑀 saddle points. Emerging from each saddle point is a stable manifold connecting the saddle to other extrema. Initial positions on different sides of these manifolds evolve in different path loop homotopic equivalence classes around the obstacle associated with the saddle point. Therefore, if 𝑒𝑖𝑗∈𝐺(𝑞0) but the line segment connecting 𝑞𝑖(𝑡0) and 𝑞𝑗(𝑡0) crosses the stable manifold, the necessary condition in Section 4 will not hold.
6. Parallel Composition
At any time, robot 𝑖 must select a direction to move, which goes toward its goal position and avoid obstacles (ideally, ̇𝑞𝑖=−𝜕𝜙𝑖goal/𝜕𝑞𝑖), and for each corresponding edge 𝑒𝑖𝑗 in 𝐺∗, it must maintain range (ideally ̇𝑞𝑖=−𝜕𝜙range𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑖) and line of sight (ideally ̇𝑞𝑖=−𝜕𝜙los𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑖). Simply adding the three underlying potential functions does not guarantee that their underlying behavior is retained and may introduce local minima. In this section we explain how this disparate objectives are composed in parallel.
6.1. Theory
Consider a single robot 𝑖 and a single associated scalar navigation function 𝜙𝑖goal. Typically, goal attainment and obstacle collision avoidance is achieved by the unique choice of input 𝑢=−∇𝜕𝜙𝑖goal. However, we will see that there are an uncountable set of possible inputs that meet these objectives.
Theorem 6. Given a Navigation function 𝜙𝑖goal, define a vector field [∇𝜙𝑖goal]⟂ such that ∇𝜙𝑖⋅[∇𝜙𝑖goal]⟂=0, for all 𝑞, with [∇𝜙𝑖goal]⟂=0 where ∇𝜙𝑖goal=0. Then the control law 𝑢𝛼𝑖=−𝛼1(𝑡)∇𝜙𝑖goal+𝛼2(𝑡)∇𝜙𝑖goal⟂,(7) also results in goal attainment and obstacle avoidance, for any function 𝛼∶ℝ+→ℝ+×ℝ.
The proof [37] proceeds in two parts. First we address goal attainment.
Proof. Observe that 𝜙𝑖goal satisfies all the criteria of a candidate Lyapunov function since it is continuous and positive definite. Next note that any given constant value of 𝛼 can be used to define a dynamic system that for which 𝜙𝑖goal is a Lyapunov function and 𝑞𝑓 is an equilibrium, since it is strictly decreasing along system trajectories except at 𝑞𝑓̇𝜙𝑖goal=∇𝜙𝑖goal⋅𝑢𝛼𝑖=∇𝜙𝑖goal⋅−𝛼1(𝑡)∇𝜙𝑖goal+𝛼2(𝑡)∇𝜙𝑖goal⟂=∇𝜙𝑖goal⋅−𝛼1∇𝜙𝑖goal≤0.(8) Therefore, the equilibrium point, 𝑞𝑓 must be asymptotically stable. This family of differential equations, parameterized by 𝛼, shares 𝜙𝑖goal as a common Lyapunov Function. It is known (see [38] or [39]) that a dynamic system whose derivative switches between such a family will be stabilized to the common equilibrium, regardless of the nature of the switching sequence.
Next we show the obstacle avoidance property is preserved.
Proof. For any point on the boundary of the free space 𝑞∈𝜕𝑂 let ̂𝑛(𝑞) be the unit normal pointing toward the interior of the free space. Then proving that the robot does not hit the obstacles is equivalent to proving ̇𝑞𝑖⋅̂𝑛(𝑞𝑖)≥0, for all 𝑞𝑖∈𝜕𝑂. Using ̇𝑞𝑖=𝑢𝛼𝑖 we have −𝛼1∇𝜙𝑖goal+𝛼2∇𝜙𝑖goal⟂⋅̂𝑛.(9) Recall that navigation functions are uniformly maximal on the boundary of the free space, so −∇𝜙𝑖goal(𝑞) is parallel to ̂𝑛(𝑞) for all 𝑞∈𝜕𝑂, so −∇𝜙𝑖goal(𝑞)⋅̂𝑛(𝑞)>0 and [∇𝜙𝑖goal(𝑞)]⟂⋅̂𝑛(𝑞)=0. Therefore (9) reduces to −𝛼1∇𝜙goal⋅̂𝑛≥0.(10)
This proof suggests that we are able to select values of 𝛼 online to satisfy other objectives, in a possibly discontinuous fashion, without destroying the goal attainment or obstacle avoidance behavior of the navigation function.
Remark 7. This fact that many vector fields can decrease the value of the potential was observed in [40, 41]; the set of all input vectors which decrease some cost-to-go function is termed the “cone of progress”. However in both of these contexts the fact is used passively to address sensor uncertainty—rather than to explicitly construct a motion control law.
We now turn our attention to 𝜙range𝑖𝑗 and 𝜙los𝑖𝑗.
Theorem 8. Assume at time 𝑡=0, that 𝜙range𝑖𝑗=0 and 𝜙los𝑖𝑗=0. Any control law 𝑢𝑖 which satisfies both 𝜕𝜕𝑞𝑖𝜙range𝑖𝑗⋅𝑢𝑖−𝑢𝑗𝜕≤0,(11)𝜕𝑞𝑖𝜙los𝑖𝑗⋅𝑢𝑖+𝑢𝑗≤0,(12) preserves the range and line of sight constraints for all 𝑡.
Proof. Thus ̇𝜙range𝑖𝑗=𝜕𝜕𝑞𝑖𝜙range𝑖𝑗⋅̇𝑞𝑖+𝜕𝜕𝑞𝑗𝜙range𝑖𝑗⋅̇𝑞𝑗.(13) However, ̇𝑞𝑖=𝑢𝑖 and the partial derivatives are antisymmetric, leading to the result above. The derivation of the second equation is analogous—except that the partial derivatives of the line-of-sight constraint are symmetric.
6.2. Algorithm
Problem 2. Assume robot 𝑖 knows 𝜕𝜙𝑖goal/𝜕𝑞𝑖, 𝜕𝜙los𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑖, 𝜕𝜙range𝑖𝑗/𝜕𝑞𝑖, and 𝑢𝑗. Compute 𝛼 to −𝛼min12+𝛼22,(14) such that 𝜕𝜕𝑞𝑖𝜙range𝑖𝑗⋅𝑢𝛼𝑖−𝑢𝑗𝜕≤0,𝜕𝑞𝑖𝜙los𝑖𝑗⋅𝑢𝛼𝑖+𝑢𝑗≤0,(15) with 0≤𝛼1≤𝛼1max and −𝛼2max≤𝛼2≤𝛼2max.
We call such a 𝑢𝛼𝑖, if it exists, a feasible direction. The concept of a feasible direction bears some relation to, and is named after, a numerical optimization method [42]; it is also loosely related to so-called null-space control methods [9].
Consider Figure 5. Geometric insight into the problem can be gained from recognizing that the range and line-of-sight constraints each define a cone in the velocity space. While the set of all 𝑢𝛼𝑖 defines a half plane of possible velocity vectors.
An illustration of the velocity selection problem for robot 𝑖 . 𝑢 𝛼 is the set of all vectors in the same half plane as − 𝜕 𝜙 𝑖 g o a l / 𝜕 𝑞 𝑖 (labeled as Goal). Similarly, the range and line of sight constraints define cones in the tangent space. The set of feasible directions lies at the intersection of these sets.
If the intersection of the two cones and half plane is empty, no solution exists; and one of the constraints must be relaxed. If the intersection is not empty the formulation of the objective function reflects a preference toward rapid goal attainment (large 𝛼1 and small 𝛼2).
Computationally, this is a essentially a semidefinite programming problem, which can be solved in polynomial-time [43]. We use the CVX package, implemented in Matlab [44].
One attractive feature of the semidefinite programming approach used in CVX is that if the set of feasible direction, depicted in Figure 5 is not empty, the algorithm is guaranteed to find a solution in polynomial time. Because the problem is very small (2 dimensions and 2 constraints) numerical solution can be computed extremely rapidly.
In cases where the set of feasible directions is empty, simultaneously satisfying the three objectives is impossible. CVX will recognize this and report failure.
This approach is summarized in Algorithm 1.
Let 𝑡 = 0 .
while 𝑞 𝑖 ≠ 𝑞 𝑓 𝑖 do
for 𝑗 such that there exists 𝑒 𝑖 𝑗 ∈ 𝐺 ∗ do
Determine 𝑞 𝑗 and 𝑢 𝑗
Compute 𝜕 𝜙 l o s 𝑖 𝑗 / 𝜕 𝑞 𝑖 and 𝜕 𝜙 r a n g e 𝑖 𝑗 / 𝜕 𝑞 𝑖
end for
Compute 𝜕 𝜙 𝑖 g o a l / 𝜕 𝑞 𝑖
Compute 𝑢 𝛼 via numerical optimization
if Feasible then
Move. 𝑡 = 𝑡 + Δ 𝑡
Infeasible. Drop a constraint or terminate.
end if
end while
Algorithm for generating a feasible motion direction for Robot 𝑖 , using time steps Δ 𝑡 .
6.3. Problem Structure and Completeness
So far we have show that all 𝑢𝛼 satisfy the goal objective; and at each time step, if there is exists a value of 𝛼 that meets the constraints, the numerical optimization algorithm is guaranteed to find it. Still the question remains: are there situations in which there is no value of 𝛼 that will solve the problem? The answer is yes. As discussed in Remark 5, given any 𝑒𝑖𝑗∈𝐺∗ if the line connecting 𝑞𝑜𝑖 and 𝑞𝑜𝑗, or 𝑞𝑓𝑖 and 𝑞𝑓𝑗 intersects a stable manifold of the Navigation Function’s saddle points the problem is infeasible. Figure 6 graphically illustrates one such scenario, both robots are selecting infeasible directions as the Navigation function tries to force them into different path classes around the obstacle. When this occurs we drop one of the constraints until a feasible solution exists. This is discussed more in Section 7.
A generic pair of robots, with active line of sight and range constraints. Figure indicates possible directions of − ( 𝜕 / 𝜕 𝑞 ) 𝜙 g o a l that could result in no feasible direction for simultaneously satisfying three objectives.
7. Experiments
The method is tested both in simulation and on a group of mobile robots.
7.1. Simulation
First, the method was simulated using Matlab (version 2010A) on a desktop PC. We created a 300 by 300 unit workspace, populated with random triangular obstacles, as seen in Figure 8. Red circles represent robots; green lines indicate wireless links; and blue stars are goal configurations.
For the first set of experiments 5 robots are required to maintain a “P-" shaped connectivity graph. For example see the configuration labeled “frame 1" in the lower left quadrant of Figure 8. The P shape was chosen because it includes both leaf vertices as well as a cycle. The maximum acceptable range 𝜌max was chosen to be 50 units.
The robots are placed in randomly generated initial scenarios using a uniform distribution. In order to generate acceptable scenarios, each initial condition was tested for two criteria. (1)Is the desired P-shaped connectivity graph a subset of the connectivity graph induced by the range and line of sight conditions? (2)Are all of the robots inside the free space?
If the answer to either of these questions was “no", the condition was rejected and a new set of random positions was generated. This methodology is identical to the one used to generate samples for Monte-Carlo integration over nonrectangular domains.
Even though the simulation is done on a single PC, we try to replicate the typical information dependencies that would arise on a distributed multirobot system. Specifically, robot 𝑖 was assumed to know: (1)its own position 𝑞𝑖; (2)the geometry of the obstacles and the workspace; (3)the position and velocity, 𝑞𝑗 and 𝑢𝑗, of any robots for which the range and line-of-sight criteria are met.
Regarding the first two assumptions, they are difficult to guarantee for physical implementation, but are none the less standard simulation assumptions in the literature. Regarding the third, recall that the motivation for designing this motion controller is to maintain communication links. Therefore, it is reasonable that those links could be used for peer-to-peer communication that is helpful for that purpose. Finally, we point out that the robots do not require all-to-all information exchanges of their position and velocity—the only global variable is time.
In the context of the simulation, the robots exchange the required information as permitted and recompute their velocities via numerical optimization every time step (0.1 second). Their top speed is 10 units/sec. Because there are no higher order dynamics, we use a forward Euler numerical integration method. To numerically solve the velocity selection problem at each time step, we used CVX Version 1.21, with the default SeDuMi solver and the precision option set to “low" (machine precision1/4). The computation time for the optimization method was on average 0.032 sec per robot per time step, with a standard deviation of 0.008 sec. The computer we used ran Windows XP (32-bit), 1 GB RAM, and an AMD Athlon64 processor running at 2.2 GHz.
We selected one typical example scenario for illustration shown in Figure 8. As the robots move from frame 1 to frame 2, the leaf vertex’s range to its neighbor is 𝜌max and the range constraint is active. There is also an extra link that forms dynamically as two of the robots come with range. Between frames 2 and 3 and again from 3-4 the leaf node’s line of sight constraint becomes active to prevent it from being occluded by the obstacle vertices. After frame 4, the robots proceed straight to the goal configuration at 𝑡≈39 sec. The goal configuration was selected to comply with the range and line-of-sight constraints dictated by the desired connectivity graph.
A second scenario illustrates this with a larger group of 12 robots and 15 desired links and is shown in Figure 9. Beginning in the upper right corner, the swarm constricts to fit through the gap between the two obstacles. The configuration snapshot in the middle of the figure shows an example of the many line-of-sight constraints that were activated as the robots negotiated the lower vertex of the left obstacle.
The table in Figure 7 summarizes the experiments. For each swarm size (𝑛=5, 12, and 20) we randomly generated 50 initial scenarios. The third column lists the number of scenarios that had active range or line-of-sight constraints. Many random scenarios do not exercise the constraints. For example, initial conditions that are very close to the goal may not require negotiating any obstacles. In other cases, the natural behavior of the navigation function generates motions that respect the range constraint.
Simulation results for connectivity algorithm.
A swarm of 5 robots maintaining a specified communication graph, beginning in the lower left corner and moving toward the upper right corner.
A swarm of 12 robots maintaining a specified communication graph. Beginning in the upper right corner and moving toward the lower left corner.
The next column lists how many scenarios resulted in a minor constraint violation. We define a minor violation as a short duration (2 or fewer time steps), small magnitude < (0.1 sec × 10 m/s)2 violations of (12) or (11). An illustration of a minor violation is included in Figure 10. The leaf vertex briefly violated the line-of-sight constraint. The primary reason this occurs is that velocity sharing effectively induces a delay, meaning that robot 𝑖 uses robot 𝑗's velocity from the previous time step to compute its new velocity. This can lead to small violations of the constraints. As the time step gets smaller, or the maximum velocity decreases, the magnitude of these violations decreases. In practice, such a small constraint violation is unlikely to cause a wireless link to fail. However, the effect can be mitigated by including a small constant “buffer" in (12) or (11).
An illustration of a minor constraint violation.
The final column lists the number of scenarios deemed infeasible by CVX. An illustration of an infeasible situation is included in Figure 11. One can see that robots 1, 4, and 5 start on the opposite side of the saddle point emanating from the left obstacle (depicted as the dotted red line) as compared with robots 2 and 3. Such scenarios, eventually lead to a situation in which the optimization routine determines the problem is infeasible. In such cases, we drop the offending constraints until a solution exists. They are later added back once the problem becomes feasible again and the robots are no longer separated by a saddle point. This is an unfortunate limitation of the approach proposed here.
An illustration of an infeasible problem.
The algorithm was implemented on 6 iRobot Creates, shown in Figure 12. Each robot is controlled with an onboard netbook, using the Matlab Tool Box for the iRobot Create (MTIC) [45]. Their forward speed is limited to 0.2 meter/sec and use a time step of 0.5 seconds. They are given a manually made metric map of the environment, which is a 3 by 5 meter carpeted region. The obstacles are a 0.38 by 0.39 meter chair and a 0.6 by 0.6 meter cardboard box. We exploit their zero turn radius and use a backstepping controller (see our previous work [37] for details) to simulate the holonomic motions produced by the algorithm. The Minkowski sum of the robot’s footprint and the obstacles is used to account for the size of the robots [36]. The robots were tagged with retro-reflective fiducials and each robot obtained their positions from a 6 camera Vicon Motion Capture System, set up to broadcast simulated GPS NMEA messages. Each robot is also equipped with a Xbee radio modem to allow it to receive simulated GPS information as well as to exchange position and velocity with other robots. Due to the high power of the Xbee modules, and the small spatial scale of the experiment, signal strength tends to be high regardless of range or line of sight. Therefore, each robot's communication program is set to simulate these constraints, by only passing the exchanged information to the main program if they are met. Figures 12 and 13 show six snap shots of a feasible scenario where the range and line-of-sight constraints are active.
Three sequential snapshots of the 6 iRobot Creates executing the motion planner presented in this paper. The first frame show the connectivity ring and the goal positions.
Three sequential snapshots of the 6 iRobot Creates executing the motion planner presented in this paper. Frame 6 is the goal position.
Motivated by the use of wireless communication among swarm members, in this paper we consider the problem of steering 𝑛 robots to 𝑛 goals, while maintaining some range and line-of-sight constraints in the presence of obstacles. Range and line of sight are two conditions which improve the reliability of wireless transmission. To the author's knowledge this is the first work to consider the effect of line-of-sight constraints for swarms. After establishing some basic conditions on the existence of solutions, we show that one rather profound condition is that all robots must pass on the same side of an obstacle (same path-class) for the swarm to remain connected. An implication of this is that, in order to remain connected, the swarm must either have a leader or some online method for achieving consensus on the path class. A further consequence of this is that navigation functions do not offer a global solution to this problem because the existence of saddle points makes it impossible to guarantee all robots select the same path class for arbitrary initial conditions. Basic potentials for Range and Line-of-Sight Constraints were introduced and a method for composing multiple potential functions into a single feasible motion direction was presented. An efficient computational algorithm to compute this direction is proposed. Simulations and hardware-based demonstrations of the algorithm’s operation are provided and show promising results.
The author was supported by ONR Grant N0001405WRY20391. He wishes to thank Thomas Dunbar for help with the experimental results and numerous discussions.
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Research ArticleTotal Disc Replacement
Long-Term Clinical Outcomes With the Activ-L Lumbar Arthroplasty System
JEAN-PAUL BRYANT, JOHN PAUL G. KOLCUN, G. DAMIAN BRUSKO, MICHAEL Y. WANG and ROLANDO GARCIA
JEAN-PAUL BRYANT
1Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida
JOHN PAUL G. KOLCUN
2Department of Neurological Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
G. DAMIAN BRUSKO
MICHAEL Y. WANG
ROLANDO GARCIA JR
3Orthopedic Care Center, Aventura, Florida
Background: Low back pain (LBP) due to degenerative disc disease (DDD) is the most common occupational disorder worldwide. Lumbar total disc replacement (LTDR) has provided an alternative to rigid fusion to relieve pain with less motion restriction. We present clinical results with long-term follow-up from a single-center, single-surgeon series of patients treated with the Activ-L artificial disc.
Methods: Thirty-three patients with symptomatic single-level DDD who failed nonsurgical therapy for a minimum of 6 months underwent single-level arthroplasty with the Activ-L system between 2007 and 2012. Demographic, preoperative, and postoperative data were collected prospectively. Clinical factors reviewed included occupational status, sensory deficits, functional status determined by Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), back pain, leg pain, pain medication consumption, and radiographic imaging.
Results: Average age at surgery was 38.0 ± 7.8 years, and the majority of patients were male (60.6%). Average follow-up was 2.7 ± 1.7 years. Average ODI at preoperative baseline was 54.6 ± 13.5, with scores significantly improved at 6 weeks (28.6 ± 17.4, P < .0001), 3 months (24.1 ± 16.8, P < .0001), 6 months (22.3 ± 16.3, P < .0001), 1 year (18.8 ± 15.3, P < .0001), and final follow-up (15.6 ± 16.4, P < .0001). Most patients (87.8%) reported pain medication usage within 14 days of baseline evaluation, with consumption decreasing significantly at 1-year (34.5%, P < .0001) and long-term follow-up (21.2%, P < .0001). One patient experienced mild unilateral graft subsidence at 1 year, which remained stable on radiographs at 5 years. None of the prostheses required revision surgery.
Conclusions: The Activ-L disc replacement system is safe and effective for treating single-level lumbar DDD. Patients reported significant improvement in functional outcomes and decreases in pain medication consumption. Further investigation of the Activ-L system in larger populations is warranted.
Clinical Relevance: LBP is a common cause of disability worldwide, and better treatment options are needed to improve outcomes, including pain and mobility. Spine surgeons may choose the Activ-L disc replacement as a safe and effective treatment for LBP caused by single-level lumbar DDD.
low back pain (LBP)
degenerative disc disease (DDD)
lumbar total disc replacement (LTDR)
Activ-L artificial disc
Low back pain (LBP) due to degenerative disc disease (DDD) represents one of the most common causes of disability in adult patients.1 Previous literature has named LBP as the most common occupational disorder worldwide, with a global prevalence of 84% among workers and an incidence of 139 per 100,000 person-years among the general population in the United States.2–5 For many years, surgical management (including decompression and fusion procedures) or conservative medical treatment were the only options for treating LBP due to DDD. However, the advent of lumbar total disc replacement (LTDR) provided spine surgeons with an alternative to rigid fusion to relieve pain with less motion restriction. Although LTDR has proven to be a viable option, its utility remains controversial due to limited, albeit growing, clinical investigations.2,6
A successful postoperative course following LTDR is largely dependent on the efficacy of the lumbar artificial disc that replaces the diseased intervertebral segment. Additionally, careful diagnostic evaluation to establish the pain generator is vital to successful replacement of the pathologic segment. LBP can be influenced by a myriad of anatomic sources and psychosomatic factors. Thus, detailed occupational history, substance use or abuse, and psychosocial history must be considered. Once DDD is suspected as the source for the LBP, imaging studies such as magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography should be used in tandem with the patient's clinical presentation for diagnosis.7 Precise evaluation of the pain generator avoids misdiagnosis and guides subsequent treatment decisions, which ultimately may result in LTDR.
The first lumbar artificial disc was implanted in 1960 and, since that time, multiple replacement devices have been brought to market, including the ProDisc I, ProDisc II (Synthes Spine, West Chester Pennsylvania), and SB Charite (DePuy Spine, Raynham, Massachusetts).6 In 2007, the Activ-L lumbar disc replacement system (Aesculap Implant Systems, Center Valley, Pennsylvania) underwent clinical testing, adding a novel device to the increasing number of lumbar disc prostheses. The Activ-L device is a weight-bearing implant comprising 2 titanium endplates and 1 inlay made from polyethylene.8 The device is indicated for patients with symptomatic single-level DDD who have failed a minimum of 6 months of conservative nonsurgical treatment. In this study, we present clinical results with long-term follow-up from a single-center, single-surgeon series of patients treated with the Activ-L artificial disc.
Patients with symptomatic single-level DDD who failed nonsurgical therapy for a minimum of 6 months were treated by LTDR with the Activ-L system between 2007 and 2012. Thirty-three patients underwent single-level arthroplasty with the Activ-L system. Patients were subsequently followed for clinical and radiologic outcomes. Demographic, preoperative, and postoperative data were collected prospectively. Preoperative and postoperative clinical factors collected included occupational status, sensory deficits, functional status as determined by Oswestry Disability Index (ODI),9 back pain (BP), leg pain (LP), and pain medication consumption. Comparison of preoperative and postoperative clinical factors were completed by t test and χ2 analyses. A P value < .05 was considered significant.
The average age at surgery was 38.0 ± 7.8 years. A majority of patients were male (60.6%). The average long-term follow-up was 2.7 ± 1.7 years (range, 6 months–5 years). Patient details are given in Table 1. The specific number of patients followed at each time point is detailed in Figure 1. The average ODI at preoperative baseline was 54.6 ± 13.5. Patients' ODI scores significantly improved at 6 weeks (28.6 ± 17.4, P < .0001), 3 months (24.1 ± 16.8, P < .0001), 6 months (22.3 ± 16.3, P < .0001), 1 year (18.8 ± 15.3, P < .0001), and final follow-up (15.6 ± 16.4, P < .0001) (Figure 2). At baseline, 33% of patients were unable to work due to their back injury. At 1-year and final follow-up, all patients were able to work with either light duty restrictions or with no lifting restrictions. Radiologic follow-up demonstrated that 1 patient had mild unilateral graft subsidence at 1 year, which remained stable on serial x-ray out to 5 years. The remaining patients all had follow-up imaging that was negative for subsidence, disc migration, or significant motion restriction. None of the prostheses required revision surgery during this series. Most patients reported use of pain medication within 14 days of initial baseline evaluation (87.8%). This number showed a significant decrease at 1 year (34.5%, P < .0001) and long-term follow-up (21.2%, P < .0001) (Figure 3). At baseline, BP and LP were reported in 100% and 91% of patients, respectively. Significantly fewer patients reported either BP or LP at 1 year (12.1% and 12.1%, P < .0001) and long-term follow-up (6.1% and 9.1%, P < .0001); 59.3% of patients had a sensory deficit on neurological evaluation at baseline. This was reduced to 0% at 1 year and 12.5% at final follow-up. Clinical outcomes are detailed in Table 2.
Patient demographics.
Number of patients at each follow-up time point.
ODI from initial evaluation at baseline to final long-term follow-up.
Percent of patients reporting pain medication consumption within the last 14 days from baseline to final long-term follow-up.
Clinical outcomes. Continuous variables shown as mean ± standard deviation; categorical variables shown as n (%).
The present study aimed to evaluate the short-term, mid-term, and long-term clinical and radiologic outcomes of patients who underwent LTDR with the Activ-L disc replacement system. Additionally, we aimed to assess functional outcomes to examine if disc replacement surgery improved a patient's quality of life. Functional outcomes were measured using self-reporting from patients' ODI scores. Previous studies on the effectiveness of the Activ-L disc replacement system have also shown significant improvement in ODI scores. A study by Lu et al10 had a similar sample size to our study (32 patients) and obtained similar results in the setting of functional outcomes. These results were replicated in a retrospective controlled study determining clinical outcomes in LTDR versus anterior lumbar interbody fusion.11 The patients who underwent TDR with the Activ-L reported significantly lower ODI scores at all follow-up time points. Equivalent to results published by Lazennec et al12 and the aforementioned studies, our study participants showed a significant improvement in ODI. There was also a consistent decrease in ODI from baseline to final follow-up. This suggests that patients' functional outcomes not only improved rapidly (47.6% decrease at 6 weeks) but also continued to improve throughout their clinical course. Participants' average ODI at final follow-up was lower than or comparable with previously published studies.13–15
Given the recent interest in reducing exposure to and potential abuse of pain medications (especially narcotics), we found it imperative to examine changes in pain medication consumption following LTDR. Although many studies have investigated narcotic consumption following lumbar fusion, few studies have discussed pain medication use following lumbar disc replacement surgery.16 In an analysis by Aghayev et al,17 they noted a decreasing trend in non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), weak opiate, and strong opiate use from baseline to follow-up at 5 years. In a similar study published by Zigler et al,18 patients' narcotic consumption decreased from 84% at baseline to 39% postoperatively at 24-month follow-up. Our findings reflect the decrease in pain medication consumption at long-term follow-up seen in these studies.16–18
An important metric in evaluating the success of lumbar replacement surgery is the incidence of postsurgical complications. Guyer et al13 reported an 11.8% reoperation rate in an investigational group who underwent Kineflex-L (SpinalMotion, Mountain View, California) disc replacement. In a meta-analysis conducted by Wei et al,19 they found an overall reoperation rate of 5.2% in patients who underwent LTDR among 1,525 participants in 5 randomized controlled trials. Although reoperation rates were low, none of the trials included in this analysis achieved a reoperation rate of 0%. In the present study, there were no reoperations or revision surgeries documented at any point during clinical follow-up. It is important to note, however, in comparison with the previous studies our sample size was smaller. When examining reoperation rates, the difference in sample size must be taken into account. Although 33 patients represents a small sample, a study by Lu et al20 had a similar sized study population (35 patients) in which 2 patients required reoperation. We believe the reoperation rate in our present study is clinically significant when also considering the pain reduction, improved functional outcomes, and imaging studies observed in the reported patients.
The present study is a single-surgeon, single-center, small patient series, and so carries the associated biases. We feel that the small size of the sample included here is balanced by the relative novelty of the device investigated, as well as the long follow-up achieved in these patients, which demonstrates the durability of outcomes using the Activ-L system. Although these results are preliminary, a large prospective multicenter study would more powerfully demonstrate the efficacy of this device.
The Activ-L disc replacement system is safe and effective for treating single-level lumbar DDD. Patients reported significant improvement in functional outcomes, as evidenced by substantial reduction in ODI scores and significant decreases in pain medication consumption. Significantly fewer patients reported back and pain at long-term follow-up. Further investigation of the Activ-L system in larger populations is certainly warranted.
Disclosures and COI: Dr Wang declares the following financial interests/personal relationships, which may be considered as potential competing interests: royalty payments from DePuy-Synthes Spine, Inc, Children's Hospital of Los Angeles, Springer Publishing, and Quality Medical Publishing; consultant for DePuy-Synthes Spine, Inc, Stryker Spine, K2M, and Spineology; advisory board member for Vallum; stock in Spinicity and Innovative Surgical Devices; and grants from the Department of Defense. Drs Garcia and Wang declare the following financial interests/personal relationships, which may be considered as potential competing interests: consultant and royalties for Aesculap. The other authors received no funding for this study and report no conflicts of interest. This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.
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Recently, our analysis has been questioned by Servaas Storm who has claimed that it is untenable to blame neo-mercantilist Germany for driving a wedge into the Eurozone. [i] It is shown below that Storm’s critique has a certain aplomb, but lacks substance.
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Comments on “German Wage Moderation and the Eurozone Crisis: A Critical Analysis” by Servaas Storm
Behind Europe's Populist Backlash: The Hunger Games of Mainstream Economics
Article By Lynn Parramore | Jan 6, 2015
The turmoil of Brexit and the populist challenge across Europe are consequences of austerity policies that have brought misery to millions of ordinary voters. In this interview first published last January, Servaas Storm warned of the dangers of economic decision making divorced from democracy and from the social consequences of its prescriptions
Crisis and Recovery in the German Economy: The Real Lessons
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How Tidal Can Embrace Its Mission, Win The Streaming Wars
[UPDATED] In this piece, Frank Woodworth explores how TIDAL – the artist-owned streaming service often overshadowed in the streaming wars by heavy-hitters like Spotify and Apple Music – could embrace it’s mission to emerge on top.
Guest post by Frank Woodworth from Forbes
In 2019 streaming accounted for 80% of the US recorded music market. While Streaming is now the dominant music consumption medium, the competition for market share is still wide open. The leaders in market share and mindshare continue to be Spotify and Apple Music, but Amazon Music and YouTube Music both have deep pockets behind them, Pandora and Deezer aren’t going away and Qobuz is super serving the hi-def audio market. Globally TenCent owns the Chinese market, Gaana and Saavn are competing for the growing Indian music market and Tik Tok parent company ByteDance just launched the Resso streaming app in select international territories.
Worldwide Music Streaming Subscriptions Midia Research
Overshadowed in this current landscape is Tidal. When Tidal launched in 2015, it did so with three key differentiators. The first differentiator was that the platform was artist owned. The artist owners of Tidal are some of the biggest names in music including Alicia Keys, Arcade Fire’s Win Butler and Regine Chassagne, Beyoncé, Calvin Harris, Coldplay’s Chris Martin, J. Cole, Jack White, Jason Aldean, Madonna, Rihanna and majority owner Jay-Z. The second differentiator was the service offered exclusive content from these artist-owners enabling subscribers to Tidal to listen to music no other streaming service offered. The third differentiator was that Tidal paid the highest rates per stream out of any streaming platform and offered the same deal terms to independent labels, major labels and self-released artists.
With superstar artist-owners, exclusive content and a commitment to fairly pay artists in theory Tidal should have a larger share of the streaming market. In practice, the service has struggled to grow subscribers and has yet to turn a profit. Tidal has not recently reported subscriber numbers but estimates are somewhere between 1 and 5 million subscribers. This is significantly less than most of their competitors and last year, majority owner, Jay-Z took his catalog exclusively off the service to give back to Spotify and some pundits have called that the final nail in Tidal’s coffin.
Tidal still has significant advantages because of their ownership and their artist friendly mission “of bringing fans and artists closer together and creating a sustainable industry model that values music and artists.” These advantages can be leveraged to build a beachhead in the streaming wars and change the trajectory of the service. This can be done without completely redesigning the platform, but incremental ideas are not likely to make an impact. Tidal needs to take big swings with their ideas.
Idea #1: Leverage The Social Reach Of The Current Artist-Owners
Tidal’s owners are some of the biggest names in the music world. Currently across the three primary social media platforms these artists can reach over 1 billion impressions per coordinated post. Using an average CPM of $5 as a benchmark, It would take approximately 5 million dollars of advertising buys to purchase the organic reach made possible by one post collectively from Tidal’s artist-owners. This is roughly the same as the cost of a 30-second Super Bowl ad. While admittedly easier said than done, if the current artist-owners of Tidal committed to coordinate a posting of the service’s initiatives just once a week, that would augment their paid advertising budget by roughly $250 million dollars in yearly value.
Tidal Ownership Social Media Reach Frank Woodworth
Idea #2: Expand The Idea Of Artist Ownership
The fact that Tidal is artist owned should be powerful, but it has limited impact as a narrative because the artist owners are all already millionaires and hardly the portrait of starving artists. The consumer doesn’t get the warm and fuzzy feeling supporting Jay-Z or Coldplay like they do a small farmer in a developing nation.
I think it was a severe miscalculation that the general public would choose a streaming service simply because it was owned by a number of wealthy artists. No one is rooting for the Charlotte Hornets because they are owned by Michael Jordan, but the Green Bay Packers have a special mythology because they are owned by their fans.
This narrative can be changed by opening up artist ownership shares to all members of the musical creative community through the creation of an artist affiliate program that pays the artists in stock. Affiliate programs are one of the top drivers of streaming service subscriptions and also one of the largest drivers of partnership income for influencers. It is a natural match. As seen above, artists have some of the best influencer reach and if 18 artists can reach a billion impressions, a million artist’s reach is almost incalculable.
Beyond reach, this is also an opportunity to create an artist collective. Instead of payment based as a percentage of lifetime customer value which is often a meager amount of money per conversion, Tidal will be compensating the artist participants in stock making Tidal truly artist owned.
A tidal shareholder meeting would instantly have the potential to be one of the biggest events on the music calendar. It would rival Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway confab in terms of cultural influence. It could be a festival and stockholder meeting all in one and become an important destination to discuss music business issues. Artists could band together to fight for health insurance, and fairer payments. Streaming economics would no longer be an opaque box to the artist community. Artists would have a vote and a voice and Tidal would be at the center of the discussion.
Idea #3: Free Lifetime Accounts For Every Musician And Songwriter On The Platform
Tidal currently suffers from a tree falling in the forest syndrome. The service could have the best playlists, or the best discovery algorithm, but the world at large does not know because there are at most a few million users of the platform. By giving a free account to every artist on Tidal by definition more people will experience what Tidal has to offer.
This also accomplishes several things:
1. It strengthens the artist first narrative.
2. It automatically increases the user base.
3. It siphons away users from competitors.
4. Most importantly It gives context to the platform.
This context creates a funnel for the artist ownership affiliate program. As more artists use the platform and engage with its offerings, they create awareness as they push out their favorite music to their fans resulting in a positive acquisition loop.
Idea #4: Build Artist Dashboard That Includes Followers/Fans Data
In the music industry streaming data can be used to sell more music and merchandise, route and market tours and build brand partnerships among other pursuits. The dashboards of the leading streaming services offer listener data by number of streams, top cities, and top countries along with a demographic breakdown of gender and age.
While these numbers are useful, and artist marketers are doing magic with them, it is also inherently skewed data. The amount of lean back listening done through playlists means these listeners are not necessarily fans of the artist.
A more useful metric would be to either have the ability to filter by artist followers or organic listeners. These are the users that have demonstrated an interest in the artist versus merely being exposed to their music. Providing this data to their artists would make Tidal’s dashboard the standard of the industry giving artists the right data to make informed decisions about their marketing initiatives.
Idea #5: Switch to User Centric Payments
Tidal is already ahead most of the streaming services in this area with a policy of paying out the highest per-stream revenues and giving parity in their deal terms, but they will simply always be hindered in this department until they reach scale. Per stream revenue is not as important as aggregate revenue. If given the option of having 100 dollars in pennies or 2 dollars in quarters which would you choose?
If you accept the fact that there will not be significant aggregate revenue until reaching 100 million subscribers, then it becomes clear why paying out higher per stream rates did not positively affect Tidal. They could pay a nickel a stream and still have plenty of paupers on the platform.
One improvement that can be implemented is to change the accounting to a user centric payment system. The user centric system calculates payments based as a pro rata share of what a subscriber has listened to for the month. The current method is market share method which divides the total subscriber revenue against an artist’s share of the overall streams. The thought is this could be a fairer system of payment where a listener feels like their money is going to the artist the support. This better links artist and fans aligning incentives. Deezer is working to implement this in 2020. Tidal should do so as well. User Centric payments would also match better with the affiliate program permanently aligning the money generated by those new users with their listening habits that in theory would include the artist who brought them into the Tidal fold.
These ideas are just a start and should be considered a success if they moved Tidal closer to the competition. Tidal is so far behind that big paradigm changing ideas like building an artist owner collective and giving free accounts to every artist on the platform are the best chance the service has to change its trajectory. Once the service is moving in a positive direction though, it has the resources, ethos and mission that can win the streaming wars.
Frank Woodworth is the founder of Glacial Concepts, a strategy and marketing consultancy for artists, labels, and music tech start-ups. Find him online at www.glacialconcepts.com or @glacialconcepts.
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Learn practices for the planning, testing and implementing of new services
ITIL® Release, Control and Validation is one of five courses making up the ITIL Intermediate Service Capability stream. ITIL Release, Control and Validation focuses on the practical application of practices to enable the planning, testing and implementation of new services to meet organisation or user needs.
Our ITIL® RCV course lasts 5 days. Through expert tuition, individual exercises, group discussions and mock exams, you will gain an understanding of how to apply RCV practices during the service management lifecycle and prepare for the Release, Control and Validation exam.
Understand the importance of ITIL® Release, Control and Validation while providing quality services within the organisation
Identify the risks, challenges and critical success factors involved in Release, Control and Validation phase of ITIL® Service Lifecycle
Learn about the processes, activities, methods and functions used in each ITIL® release, control and validation proceses
Get to know about the methods and techniques needed to manage and control the functions within RCV phase of the service lifecycle
You must complete ITIL Foundation.
The course is intended for anybody who has completed ITIL® Foundation. It will be particularly useful to those requiring knowledge of RCV practices, including IT professionals, business managers, business process owners and anyone else involved in an organisation which has adopted or is looking to adopt ITIL®.
ITIL® RSV
The ITIL® Release, Control and Validation exam validate knowledge of the application of industry practices in service management. The exam is multiple choice, has 8 questions and lasts 90 minutes. It is closed book and the pass mark is 28/40, or 70%.
Understand the Release, Control and Validation processes
Consider how RCV processes fit within the lifecycle
Consider the technology available for RCV
Identify and tackle issues faced when introducing and implementing RCV
Prepare for the ITIL® RCV Exam
Transition, Planning and Support
RCV Objectives
Service Asset and Configuration Management
Release and Deployment
Service Validation and Testing
Change Evaluation
Request Fulfilment
Transition and Operation
ITIL® Release, Control and Validation (RCV) Enquiry
About Windsor Town
Windsor is a famous for its market town and unparished area in the Royal District of Windsor and Maidenhead in Berkshire, UK. It is known as the site of Windsor Castle, one of the official residences Royal Family of the Britain. The town is situated 23 miles (approx 37 km) west of Charing Cross, London, 7 miles. The village of Old Windsor, just 2 miles to the south, known as Windsor by around 300 years; in the past Windsor was referred to as New Windsor to distinguish the two.
Norman period
The focus of royal attention at that time was not the castle but a small riverside settlement.
Windsor is reachable from Junction 6 of the M4 and Slough via a 3-mile long dual carriageway. Bus services in the town are provided by First Berkshire and The Thames Valley.
It has two railway stations. Windsor and Eton Central railway station has a shuttle service to Slough. Windsor and Eton Riverside station provide a service to London Waterloo. From the year 1883 to 1885, the London Underground's District line's westbound service started as far as Windsor.
ITIL® Release, Control and Validation (RCV) Availability
Training Locations at which ITIL® Release, Control and Validation (RCV) is presently scheduled at:
All our classroom ITIL courses include exams as part of the course.
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Neutrals Hon. Wayne D. Brazil (Ret.) Business/Commercial
Hon. Wayne D. Brazil (Ret.)
Aimee Hwang
ahwang@jamsadr.com
A significant percentage of the 2,000 settlement conferences that Judge Brazil conducted while serving as a Magistrate Judge in the Northern District involved complex business or commercial disputes. These matters involved claims sounding in a wide range of legal arenas: commercial contracts, licensing, fraud, intellectual property (especially patent and trademark), anti-trust, unfair competition, insurance (primary and excess), franchisee-franchisor relations, allocation of responsibility for environmental damage, admiralty, consumer protection, debt collection, and many others.
Since joining JAMS in 2011, business/commercial cases have continued to command much of Judge Brazil’s time. For example, he has mediated or arbitrated challenging business disputes arising out of commercial contracts, non-contractual market-place frictions, partnerships gone awry, departures (to competitors) of key employees, licensing agreements, manufacturers trying to terminate distributors, alleged infringement of intellectual property rights, insurance coverage, product liability, and relationships between corporate employers or health care providers and large unions.
During his tenure at JAMS, Judge Brazil also has served as a special master or referee in several cases with significant commercial implications, including matters that pitted against one another major institutional providers of retirement benefits, a state controller and life insurance companies, manufacturers of critical components of computer chips, and a large public entity and a key service provider.
In addition to his work as a special master or referee, Judge Brazil has been retained to provide confidential, independent critiques of anticipated presentations at trial or in motion practice in cases involving consumer class actions, alleged infringement of pharmaceutical patents, and disputes between patent holders and developers of generic equivalents, both chemical and biological.
Special master and mediator in multiple related cases alleging breach of licenses, unfair competition, and patent infringement
Mediator in case involving two-way alleged breaches of long-term patent licensing contract involving hundreds of millions of dollars
Arbitrator in contract and business tort disputes arising out of corporate dissolution of major medical practice
Arbitrator in case involving claims and counter-claims arising out of contested sale of large block of corporate securities
Referee in litigation based on unfair competition and fraud claims between large institutional brokers of retirement and health care benefit plans for public employees
Mediator in case involving breach of contract claims between hospital and provider of comprehensive administrative and IT services
Mediator for disputes over entitlement to and value of distributorships following government compelled divestiture of major components of reconfigured corporation
Preside during mock hearing on class motion to certify massive consumer class action; present neutral critiques of proposed briefs and oral arguments re same
Books, Articles, and Chapters in Treatises
Shaking Decision Trees for Risks and Rewards (with Majorie Aaron), 22 ABA Dispute Resolution Magazine 12, Fall 2015
Early Neutral Evaluation: A Guide For Neutrals, Advocates, and ADR Program Designers, Dispute Resolution Section, ABA, forthcoming
Effective Approaches to Settlement: A Handbook for Lawyers and Judges, published by Prentice Hall Law and Business, 1988
Settling Civil Suits: Litigators' Views About Appropriate Roles and Effective Techniques for Federal Judges, ABA Press, 1985
Managing Complex Litigation: A Practical Guide to the Use of Special Masters (with Geoffrey C. Hazard and Paul R. Rice), American Bar Foundation, 1983
Thoughts About Impasse for Mediators in Court Programs, 15 Disp. Res. Mag. 11, Winter 2009
ENE or Mediation? When Might ENE Deliver More Value? 14 Disp. Res. Mag. 10, Fall 2007
Hosting Mediations as a Representative of the System of Civil Justice, 22 Ohio State J. Disp. Res. 227, Winter 2007
Professionalism and Misguided Negotiating in The Negotiator’s Fieldbook; The Desk Reference for the Experienced Negotiator, ed. by Andrea Kupfer Schneider and Christopher Honeyman, ABA, 2006
Recognized as a Top California Neutral "Rising Star," Daily Journal, 2012
Recipient of Prestigious D’Alemberte-Raven Award from the Dispute Resolution Section of the ABA, 2009
The Mediation Society of Northern California: Annual Award for “Outstanding Contribution in the Field of Alternative Dispute Resolution,” 2007
California Dispute Resolution Council: Donald Weckstein Award for “Outstanding Contribution to the Profession of ADR Neutrals,” 2007
American College of Civil Trial Mediators (national association headquartered in Florida): award for “Outstanding Achievement in the Advancement of Alternative Dispute Resolution,” 2005
"Using Mind Over Matter," ADR Profile, Daily Journal, September 14, 2012
D'Alemberte-Raven Award, American Bar Association Secton of Dispute Resolution, 2009
Member, American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution
Law Professor (“Professor from Practice”), Berkeley Law (Boalt Hall), University of California, Berkeley, full-time 2009-2011; part-time 2011-2014
United States Magistrate Judge, United States District Court, Northern District of California, June 1984-October 2009
Professor of Law, Hastings College of the Law, University of California, San Francisco, California, Courses: Civil Procedure and Civil Rights, 1980-1984
Associate Professor of Law, University of Missouri, Columbia, Federal Courts, Civil Procedure, Professional Responsibility, 1978-1980
Farella, Braun & Martel, Litigation Associate, San Francisco, California, 1975-1977
J.D., University of California, Berkeley Law (formerly Boalt Hall School of Law), Order of the Coif, 1975
Ph.D. in American Political and Cultural History, Modern European and American Intellectual History, Harvard University, 1975
M.A. in American History, Harvard University, Woodrow Wilson Fellow, 1967
B.A., Stanford University, Graduated with Great Distinction, Lloyd W. Dinkelspiel Award, Phi Beta Kappa, 1966
"Thank you [Judge Brazil] for your excellent work in getting us across the finish line yesterday. We sincerely appreciate all of your efforts getting us to a successful resolution for our clients. Your contributions and efforts were critical to us breaking the previous logjam that we found ourselves in."
-Energy Technology Litigation Partner
“Few people have the range of vision, the attention to detail, the energy for new tasks, the depth of experience, or the passion for the enterprise of dispute resolution that Wayne Brazil so generously shares with the world.”
– Former Chair of the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution
“[Judge Brazil] add[s] the depth and luster of unparalleled experience, and tremendous insight into how the law can and should work to illuminate and resolve disputes….”
– Named Partner at Premier Firm
“I have observed with great pleasure over the years [Judge Brazil’s] tireless work on the bench, the unique and powerful commitment [he] gave to the bench on the record, off the record at settlement conferences, and the zest that [he] breathed into the Northern District ADR program.”
– Partner at Regional Firm
“[Judge Brazil’s] intellectual and analytical thinking, which [he] shared throughout the process, helped us to validate what we saw as the strengths and weaknesses of our case and move us towards settlement. I honestly believe that without [Judge Brazil’s] assistance, the case would not have settled.”
“I have the utmost respect for [Judge Brazil’s] skills as a mediator as well as [his] obvious great intellect. [He] was prepared coming into the mediation and while it went on, did a superb job of focusing my side in the right places. The rapport of mutual respect [he] created with both [parties] contributed greatly to being able to get this matter resolved… [His] dogged pursuit of a settlement is one of the major things that allowed us to get over the finish… I really hope I have another opportunity very soon to have [Judge Brazil] involved in another matter.”
“I am so appreciative for the gift of the mediation…Two decades of tension dissolved as [Judge Brazil] first touched them and then let them find their way. For the first time everyone became single-mindedly focused on the common purpose. I could not have imagined that what I had worked toward for nearly 3 years would come together in a morning. I am truly grateful.”
“Thank[s] for all of your help in getting me through one of the most difficult years of my life. You have restored my faith in justice.”
"As far as mediators go, on a scale of one to ten, [Judge Brazil] is an eleven."
Federal Judge
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Hon. Wayne D. Brazil (Ret.) | JAMS Neutral | Business/Commercial Biography Two Embarcadero Center • Suite 1500 • San Francisco, CA 94111 • Tel 415-982-5267 • Fax 415-982-5287 • www.jamsadr.com Brazil_Wayne_Business/Commercial_1110
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This Engagement Package Includes Some of the Most Lavish Margaritas in the World
What better way to pop the question than with La Fonda on the Plaza’s new “Blingarita”?
By Ashley Burns
La Fonda on the Plaza’s “Blingarita” package wants guests to say, “Yes! Yes! A thousand times yes!” to a one-of-kind gold-rimmed margarita.La Fonda on the Plaza
While not located on an island, Santa Fe is still a perfect destination for romance, especially when it comes to those legendary New Mexico sunsets. And while the city might not be at the top of your list of perfect backdrops for a marriage proposal and romantic engagement celebration, the four-diamond La Fonda on the Plaza wants New Mexico's old world charm and two of the fanciest margaritas you've ever seen to change your mind.
The hotel’s new $2,000 “Blingarita” proposal package offers couples one night in the Sunset Suite, which is highlighted by a wraparound balcony that offers views of the Plaza, as well as — you guessed it — the incredible sunsets. But the key to this engagement concept is a private reserved area under La Fonda’s bell tower, where lovebirds will watch the sun set while sipping on two top-shelf, ultra-premium margaritas made with Don Julio 1942 tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime juice and Grand Marnier, served in glasses made by Southwestern designer Jan Barboglio. Oh, and they are topped off with a 24-karat gold flake rim.
The breathtaking sunset views from the Bell Tower Bar are the perfect backdrop for a romantic proposal.La Fonda on the Plaza
With the engagement ring discreetly provided to hotel management upon arrival, it will then be safely secured to one of the margarita glasses to complete this unique surprise. Or, if the plan comes together as a spur-of-the-moment proposal, the hotel concierge can also assist with choosing other locations (the Bell Tower Bar is only open April through October) or even sourcing an engagement ring locally.
The only hotel in the historic Santa Fe Plaza, La Fonda on the Plaza boasts 180 rooms and suites, including 15 luxury suites that are built around a rooftop terrace offering unobstructed views of Santa Fe, the Plaza and the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. For guests not ordering Blingaritas for that moment of a lifetime, the Bell Tower Bar also offers the Mana Margarita and Ethel’s Blue Margarita.
The most devoted margarita enthusiasts can also find love on Santa Fe's Margarita Trail, which lets guests sample 45 of "Santa Fe's finest margaritas," which were all custom crafted just for this tour.
More Romantic Getaways
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Reader and writer of sword-fighters, space people, and super heroes
NEWS FLASH: Arrested DEVELOPMENT! As in, MOVIE!
Jeffrey Tambor, who played Bluth twins George and Oscar on Arrested Development in one of the greatest and most hilarious dual roles in television history, said something very interesting at the premiere of his latest film, Hellboy II: The Golden Army.
Entertainment Weekly has the scoop:
Bluth family lovers, rejoice! Former Arrested Development costar Jeffrey Tambor has confirmed published reports that a movie version of the Emmy-winning Fox comedy is in the works. “After months of speculation, I think we have finally figured out for sure that we are indeed doing an Arrested Development movie,” Tambor told EW.com at the premiere of Hellboy II on Saturday, the closing night of the L.A. Film Festival. “I am very excited about that. I love that cast and crew and I felt like we had more to say.”
Here’s hoping they serve salmon rolls at the premiere. In Heaven.
“How many times do I gotta tell this concession guy chicken wings?”
Rest assured I will be covering the living hell out of any further Development developments.
And I hope they find a place for Bob Loblaw and J. Walter Weatherman.
The Joker serves up a wicked new Dark Knight poster
And while we're on a Wonder Woman kick …
@johnbierly
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Lazio given €20,000 fine after Balotelli racist abuse
January 9, 2020 0 By JohnValbyNation
The weekend’s fixture between the clubs was stopped after monkey chants were aimed at the forward
Lazio have been fined €20,000 following incidents during last weekend’s Serie A clash in Brescia that saw home striker Mario Balotelli once again become the subject of racial abuse.
The forward had opened the scoring after 18 minutes of the match, which was subsequently suspended around the 30-minute mark as monkey chants were audible among the 1,500 travelling fans.
After warnings that the match would be abandoned if the abuse continued, Lazio went on to win the game 2-1.
“Is a loss that hurt but we will come back stronger and we are on the right way!” Balotelli posted alongside a video of his goal.
“Lazio fans that were today at the stadium SHAME ON YOU! #saynotoracism.”
The Rome side have now learned their punishment for the incident: a fine of €20,000.
Serie A has been dogged with numerous incidents of racial abuse and faux pas so far this season.
Balotelli had previously threatened to walk off the park after being subjected to racial abuse in Verona, while Inter forward Romelu Lukaku was left frustrated after Cagliari fans were cleared of directing monkey chants towards him as he lined up a penalty in a 2-1 victory on Sardinia as they were not sufficient enough in “size and perception”.
Czech side Slavia Prague were later fined by Uefa after their fans had been caught making similar noises towards the forward during a Champions League encounter.
“Uefa now has to do something about it, because things like this in stadiums is not right,” Lukaku told Esporte Interativo.
“Today it happened twice with me and that is not right with people. We are in 2019, there are many players with many different nationalities in their teams.
“When there are people that for me are bad, at the stadium, that’s not a good example for the kids. I hope that Uefa now do something about it, because the whole stadium did it when Lautaro [Martinez] scored the first goal, and that’s not good for the people watching this game.”
It has not only been fans that have come under fire, though – the Italian press was roundly criticised after it billed Inter’s meeting with Roma ‘Black Friday’, led by pictures of Lukaku and Chris Smalling.
Italian football’s governing body only succeeded in fanning the flames as it unveiled ‘No To Racism’ posters around its headquarters in Milan in December, depicting chimpanzees with various colour schemes.
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Walking on Jesus Steps
Walking on Jesus Steps,
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Q.A Airport - overnight in Amman
Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, Meet with our driver then your vehicle will drive you to your hotel in Amman for the overnight.
Day 2: Amman / Madaba / Um Rassas / Mt. Nebo / Overnight in Amman
Breakfast at the hotel, then drive to the south from Amman, along the 5000-year-old King's Highway; one of the most memorable journeys in the Holy Land passing through a string of ancient sites.
Starting the visit of Mt. Nebo, the place where Moses have gone to get a view of the Promised Land before he died and from a platform in front of the church one can enjoy a breathtaking view across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea
Then continue to Madaba which is best known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, especially a large Byzantine-era mosaic map of The Holy Land
The Madaba Mosaic Map is an index map of the region, dating from the sixth century AD, preserved in the floor of the Greek Orthodox Basilica of Saint George. With two million pieces of colour stone, the map depicts hills and valleys, villages and towns in Palestine and the Nile Delta. The mosaic contains the earliest extant representation of Byzantine Jerusalem, labeled the "Holy City." The map provides important details as to its 6th century landmarks, with the central colonnaded street and the Holy Sepulchre clearly visible. This map is one key in developing scholarly knowledge about the physical layout of Jerusalem after its destruction and rebuilding in 70 AD.
Then continue To the east of Madaba is Umm Ar-Rasas, a very ancient site that is mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. The rectangular walled city is mostly in ruins but does still include several buildings, as well as four churches and some beautiful stone arches.
The main attraction is outside the city walls within the Church of St. Stephen, which contains a very large, perfectly preserved mosaic floor laid down in 718 AD. It portrays fifteen major cities of the Holy Land from both east and west of the River Jordan. This magnificent mosaic is second only to Madaba’ s world famous mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land.
At the end of the day, transfer back to Amman Hotel for the dinner and the overnight.
Day 3: Amman / Bethany / Mukawir / Dead Sea / Overnight in Amman H.B Basis
Breakfast at the hotel, Then transfer to visit Bethany the place where Joshua, Elijah and Elisha crossed the Jordan River, Elijah was taken up to heaven, John the Baptist preached and baptized, and Jesus was baptized and started his public ministry.
In Bethany also it’s revealed an earlier 3rd century building with fine mosaics and what is known as a Christian "prayer hall." If this is correct, it might be one of the earliest Christian prayer facilities anywhere in the world. Also identified is the cave where John the Baptist lived, according to numerous Byzantine pilgrims’ texts. The cave was turned into a church and a freshwater channel running from the cave, purportedly used by John for baptizing, can still be visited today.
Then Within transfer to Mukawir, Which is the hilltop stronghold of Herod the Great. Upon Herod’s death, his son, Herod Antipas, inherited the fortress and it is from here that he ordered John the Baptist to be beheaded after Salome’s fateful dance.
After the visit, continue to the Dead Sea, which is one of the most spectacular natural and spiritual landscapes in the whole world; it is the lowest point on earth, and the world's richest source of natural salts, hiding wonderful treasures that accumulated throughout thousands of years. It is believed to be the site of five biblical cities: Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah, Zebouin and Zoar. Free time to swim and to enjoy the salty water
At the end of the day, transfer direct to Amman for the dinner and the overnight.
Day 4: Amman / Mt Olives / Mt Zion / Overnight in Jerusalem
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to visit Mount of Olives – Panoramic view over Jerusalem from Top of Mount of Olives – visit Garden of Gethsemane with its eight ancient olive-trees
After Christ and his disciples had celebrated the Last Supper on the day later known as Maundy Thursday he went with them "unto a place called Gethsemane" (Matthew 26,36); "and he was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and prayed ... and being in an agony he prayed more earnestly" (Luke 22, 41 and 44). The disciples slept and left him alone in this hour of agony, and soon afterwards he was arrested and taken into the city.
Then proceed to Mount Zion to visit the Upper Room, king David Tomb and the Dormition Abbey and St. Peter in Galicantu –
Mt Zion has been revered as the place where Christ celebrated the Last Supper with his disciples and instituted the Eucharist (Matthew 26, 17-30; Mark 14, 12-25; Luke 22, 7-20), where the Holy Ghost descended on the apostles at Pentecost (Acts 2), and where - as first affirmed by Patriarch Modestus in the seventh century - the Virgin spent the last years of her life and died.
And at the end of the day transfer direct to Jerusalem for the dinner and the overnight.
Day 5: Bethlehem city tour / Ein Karem / Overnight in Jerusalem
Breakfast at the hotel, and then start the day by visiting the Nativity Church and the Shepherds Field in Bethlehem
The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem is one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the world. The structure is built over the cave that tradition marks as the birthplace of Jesus Christ, and thus it is considered one of the most sacred places for Christians.
After breakfast Proceed to Ein Karem, located in the hills next to a little spring.
Then continue to Ein Karem which is the city of Judah and birthplace of John the Baptist, Visit the Visitation church and the Church of St. John the Baptist. Overnight in Jerusalem
Day 6: Old City of Jerusalem / Overnight in Jerusalem H.B Basis
Breakfast at the hotel, and then proceed to visit the Old City of Jerusalem, enter the Old City of Jerusalem via St. Stephens Gate, and walk through the 14 station of the cross, then visit of the Church of Holy Sepulchre and overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 7: Sea of Galilee / Nazareth / Overnight in Amman H.B Basis
Breakfast at the hotel, then direct transfer to the north to visit the Sea of Galilee,
many of the miracles of Jesus occurred on its shores—including his walking on water, calming the storm, and feeding five thousand people in Tabgha.
Then transfer to visit Nazareth which is the city described as the childhood home of Jesus, and as such is a center of Christian pilgrimage, with many shrines commemorating biblical events.
The day will include the visit of the Annunciation Church which was established at the site where, according to Roman Catholic tradition, the Annunciation took place. Greek Orthodox tradition holds that this event occurred while Mary was drawing water from a local spring in Nazareth, and the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation was erected at that alternate site.
At the end of the day transfer back to Allenby Bridge to Cross to Jordan side, meet & assist and transfer direct to Amman for the dinner and the overnight.
Day 8: Departure through Q.A Airport
Breakfast at the hotel and regarding to the flight time your vehicle will drive you to Q.A Airport for the final departure.
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Total loan: $1,850
Agnes B.'s Group
Waterloo, Sierra Leone / Higher education costs
A loan helped a member to pay her college fees.
Agnes B.'s Group's story
Salone Microfinance Trust (SMT) is very pleased to present to you this group of teachers based in Waterloo, a town about 26 miles from Freetown. This group of teachers has applied for a loan in order to meet their immediate and most pressing financial challenges. At the end of each month, they can repay the loan using their monthly salaries.
Agnes is the featured leader of these borrowers. She is a native of Njala, southern Sierra Leone. The 41-year-old woman is married to a teacher and the couple has two children. Agnes has been a school teacher for many years now. Agnes is currently pursuing further studies in college. She has requested for this loan in order to pay her college fees.
(Also attached to the right of the photo is Amara, a borrower who was not present for a group photo.)
In this group: Agnes B., Amara M., Emmanuel S., Nallah S., Sahid G., James O.
About Salone Microfinance Trust (SMT):
Salone Microfinance Trust (SMT) is Kiva’s oldest field partner in Sierra Leone. SMT began operations in 2002 as a microcredit program of the NGO Child Fund Sierra Leone under a USAID program to assist the reintegration of ex combatants back into their communities. Today, SMT offers group, agricultural, individual and salary loans to micro-entrepreneurs through six branches and one sub-branch in rural, urban, and peri-urban areas. By providing small loans and other financial services, SMT empowers poor clients to generate more income to help their families, improve their wellbeing, and create a more vibrant private small-business sector in Sierra Leone.
Disbursed date: February 8, 2013
Funding model: Fixed
Partner covers currency loss? Partially
Facilitated by Field Partner: Salone Microfinance Trust (SMT)
Country: Sierra Leone
Field Partner: Salone Microfinance Trust (SMT)
Kiva partners with SMT because of its focus on delivering targeted microfinance products to the economically active poor and rural residents, populations excluded from the conventional financial sector.
Kiva borrowers: 18,170
Total loans: $4,208,875
Profitability (return on assets): -1.7%
Average loan size (% of per capita income): 40.20%
Delinquency rate: 100.00%
Loans at risk rate: 100.00%
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Home » App » P&Z Recommends Special Use Permit For Cosmetic Tattooing For New Salon
P&Z Recommends Special Use Permit For Cosmetic Tattooing For New Salon
Sulphur Springs Planning and Zoning Commission Monday evening agreed to recommend to the Zoning Board of Adjustments that a new business be granted a special use permit to perform cosmetic tattooing. Also discussed at the meeting was the possibility of proposing ordinances which would define cosmetic tattoos/permanent makeup and identify which districts to permit them in, and which would allow certain accessory dwelling units.
Special Use Permit
Brandy Estes requested a special use permit for 440 South Hillcrest Drive, where the cosmetologist plans to open a new salon to offer a variety of services including hair, nails, lash extensions, tanning, facials, microblading and waxing. Because cosmetic tattooing is licensed through the state the same as regular tattooing, a special permit is required.
Brandy Estes is opening BackLash Salon on Hillcrest Drive; she has requested a special use permit to perform cosmetic tattooing.
Estes was previously approved to operate at Southern Roots on Broadway Street. Estes said she’d been considering starting her own business for a while. When salons were closed at the order of the Governor due to COVID-19, Estes decided it would be a good time to act on it.
Fourteen letters were sent to property owners within 200 feet of 440 South Hillcrest Drive. City staff receive three letters. One letter came from a person who lives in Sherman but owns property in the vicinity who is “in favor of a local salon offering cosmetic microblading and tattooing,” and in “agreement with welcoming this high end spa.”
Three others (2 from the same residents and address) indicated they are not in favor of allowing the procedures. were received from Red Oak Circle residents. Charles and Jean Darr asked hours of operation and who else besides Estes would be working at the site. The Darrs also indicated concern that a salon would increase traffic significantly through the subdivision, where barricades already restrict motorists from entering due to the number of 18-wheeler drivers who turn around in front of the addition.
Mr. Darr spoke on the topic at the P&Z Commission meeting Monday to verbally express these concerns as well, especially those regarding traffic issues that might arise and
She plans to open BackLash salon in Woodbridge Square, behind the gas station, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and from 8 to noon Saturday, by appointment only. So only the customer would be in the building with her, and the door would be locked until time for that individual to leave an another to enter the building. She said she’d eventually like to add another hair stylist. She said she typically sees 4-8 clients a day, and one on Saturday.
Don Roundtree asked regarding zoning for the use and if the special use permit would be restricted to microblading and cosmetic tattooing and to the applicant or if it would open the door for additional types of tattooing at that location.
Letters were sent to property owners within this red circle regarding a special use permit request to perform cosmetic tattooing at a new salon on Hillcrest Drive.
Community Development Director Tory Niewiadomski said the permit would be for cosmetic tattooing, with specialized microblading only, and it would be specific to the applicant at that address.
Craig English noted the area is not zoned for body tattooing. Unless an ordinance is passed approving cosmetic tattooing and microblading, permission must be sought from the Planning and Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustments before it can be approved.
The process is different from regular tattooing in that it doesn’t go as deep in. Cosmetic tattooing places pigment just under the skin and the process Estes would perform would not be permanent as it only lasts about 3 months.
The Planning and Zoning Commission agreed to recommend to the Zoning Board of Adjustments a special use permit for Brandy Estes for BackLash Salon. The ZBA is slated to consider granting the special use permit for microblading at tonight’s meeting (Tuesday, June 16, 2020), which begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Sulphur Springs Municipal Building, 201 North Davis St.
Cosmetic Tattoo, Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinances
Niewiadomski also asked the Planning and Zoning Commission to consider a date for a public hearing next month regarding proposed ordinances regarding cosmetic tattooing/permanent make up and accessory dwelling units.
The ordinance for cosmetic tattooing would define the term and identify which zoning district to permit the service in. This was drafted after the city received multiple requests over the last 3 years from salons for special use permits to be able to provide cosmetic tattoos and permanent make-up. City staff proposes allowing use of these items in commercial zoning districts or in multi-family zoning if performed as an ancillary use within a beauty shop or salon, thereby eliminating the requirement for a special use permit for these services.
Niewiadomski said city staff’s recommendation is to define cosmetic tattoo/permanent makeup as:
“a cosmetic technique which employs tattoos (permanent pigment of the dermis) as a means of producing designs that resemble makeup, such as eyeliner and other permanent enhancing colors to the skin of the face, lips and eyelids. It is also used to produce artificial eyebrows and to disguise scars and blemishes to the skin to provide a more natural appearance.”
Niewiadomski also asked the P&Z Commission to consider a public hearing for recommendation of an ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units, provided they meet certain requirements.
An ADU as proposed is defined as:
“a smaller, secondary home on the same lot as a primary dwelling. ADUs are independently habitable and provide the basic requirements of shelter, heat, cooking and sanitation. They can be attached to the primary structure or detached units.“
Under this proposed ordinance, existing ADUs would be grandfathered in, allowing property owners to continue as a legal non-conforming use if they are unable to meet the new ordinance standards.
Any ADU that did match the ordinance requirements would have to go before the ZBA to request a variance.
The ordinance would include a provision prohibiting parking on grassy area, but instead to be parked on an improved or paved surface.
The owner of a property with a new ADU would be required to live in one of the structures, preventing the entire property from becoming a full rental property.
In most instances, existing portable buildings would not met appearance standards and design criteria stipulated in the ordinance and could not be converted to an ADU under the proposed ordinance Niewiadomski noted.
The P&Z Commission agreed to a public hearing next month to hear comments regarding ADUs as well.
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Shuttered shelter for migrant kids reopens in Phoenix
by: ASTRID GALVAN, Associated Press
Posted: Sep 4, 2019 / 02:08 PM MDT / Updated: Sep 4, 2019 / 03:35 PM MDT
FILE- This June 20, 2014 file photo shows the Southwest Key-Nueva Esperanza, in Brownsville, Texas, a facility that shelters unaccompanied immigrant children. A national provider of shelters for immigrant children will reopen one of two Arizona facilities it was forced to shutter last year because of issues with employee background checks. The Arizona Department of Health Services said Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019, it approved an application by Southwest Key to reopen a Phoenix facility that can house 420 children. The shelters are for kids who traveled to the U.S. alone or were separated from a relative. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
PHOENIX (AP) — A national provider of shelters for immigrant children has reopened one of two Arizona facilities it was forced to shutter last year because of issues with employee background checks.
The Arizona Department of Health Services said Wednesday it approved an application by Southwest Key to reopen a Phoenix facility that can house up to 420 children. The shelters are for kids who traveled to the U.S. alone or were separated from a relative.
The shelter near downtown Phoenix has reopened after getting approval on Sunday, Southwest Key spokesman Neil Nowlin said.
“There is a continuing need for beds in state licensed facilities, so we remain committed to providing compassionate care, education, recreation, vocational training and access to pro bono legal counsel to the youth in our shelters while our staff works to safely reunite the minors with a sponsor,” Nowlin said in a written statement.
An investigation launched last year by the state’s health department after several reports of abuse found Southwest Key didn’t have fingerprint records for some employees. It temporarily stopped taking in more children, closed two facilities and had to meet other criteria to stay open.
Southwest Key has said it has resolved the issues and it is committed to caring for immigrant youths.
An application to reopen the second shuttered facility where authorities investigated physical abuse but decided not to pursue charges is pending. That facility in Youngtown, Arizona, just outside Phoenix, was closed last year amid reports that staff shoved and dragged unruly children. Videos released to reporters show staffers dragging children on the ground and shoving a boy against a door.
Authorities investigated but decided not to pursue charges, saying there was “no reasonable likelihood of proving” the workers committed a crime.
There have been numerous allegations of sexual abuse at different Southwest Key facilities in Arizona, including one made by the government of El Salvador, which said it received reports of three children, 12 to 17, who were sexually abused at unnamed shelters in the state.
A year ago, police arrested a 33-year-old man on suspicion of sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl at the same Southwest Key shelter where just weeks earlier first lady Melania Trump had taken a tour.
The Border Patrol apprehended more than 69,000 people between October and the end of July, a significant spike over the last year.
The government contracts with Southwest Key and other private companies to provide shelter to children while they are reunited with a relative or while their immigration cases play out.
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Animal owner looks for answers after his goat is shot, killed in Marshall Co.
&quot;Blanca&quot; was shot twice Monday afternoon while grazing by a road in Marshall County.(KXII)
By Shelby Dowler
Published: Feb. 20, 2020 at 6:27 PM CST
A Marshall County man is looking for answers after he said someone shot and killed his goat Monday afternoon while it was grazing in a pasture.
Animal owner Darin Willis said his goat was shot in the area of pasture near the intersection of Shay Road and Texoma Christian Camp Road in Marshall County.
"She meant a lot to us," Willis said. "You just can't replace them, you know?"
Willis has lived in Marshall County since 2005 and keeps several dozen animals as pets, such as horses, donkeys, goats, dogs and cats.
"They are excellent therapy animals," Willis said. "They're always happy to see you. Animals are great to have."
Willis said his goat named "Blanca" was grazing out by Shay Road with three other goats.
A few hours later, he found Blanca laying about 50 yards away with bullet holes in her neck and side.
"My animals mean a lot to me," Willis said. "They're like my kids. You might as well have shot my kid. I just hope and pray that they find whoever done it. For somebody to just go by and take the life of an animal that is so dear to your heart and you care so much for and that you’ve raised for so many years, there’s such a bond built between you and your animal that it’s just irreplaceable when one has something to this effect on it.”
Deputy Anna Gerard with the Marshall County sheriff's office said the office is investigating but has little information to go on since no one saw anything.
"It's going to be one of those situations where we, unfortunately, will most likely have to have another situation like this happen and somebody actually see what kind of vehicle they were in or knows who drives that vehicle or something like that," Gerard said.
Willis said he wants to warn other animal owners in the area to be on the lookout.
"It's a shame that things like this are happening," Willis said. "I hope whoever did it is reprimanded."
Anyone with information is asked to call the Marshall County Sheriff's Office at 580-795-2221.
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Car reportedly loses power on 405 Freeway in Costa Mesa, resulting in multiple collisions with 8 injured
Eight people were injured early Thursday when a vehicle reportedly lost power while driving on the 405 Freeway in Costa Mesa. The incident caused two separate collisions, CHP officials reported.
(Courtesy of Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue)
By Sara CardineStaff Writer
Two people were hospitalized early Thursday after a vehicle driving southbound on the 405 Freeway in Costa Mesa reportedly lost power, causing two separate collisions that closed down three lanes of traffic for more than an hour, officials reported.
Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Battalion Chief Chris Coates was on duty and responded to a call that came in shortly after 5 a.m. Thursday regarding a multiple-vehicle collision on the freeway near the Harbor Boulevard exit.
“We heard a report there were four vehicles involved, and it came in as a rollover,” Coates said. “Units got on scene within five to seven minutes and initiated triage.”
Coates said witnesses from the initial vehicle stated they were traveling in the HOV lane when the vehicle lost power, causing the exterior and interior lights to go out. It’s unclear what happened next, but the battalion chief said the scene was spread across an area of about 200 feet.
Witnesses said they were driving southbound on the 405 Freeway when their vehicle suddenly lost power and collided with another vehicle shortly after 5 a.m. Thursday, officials reported.
“There were eight victims involved in the accident with injuries ranging from moderate to very minor,” he said.
Six of the victims either refused to be transported for medical treatment or exhibited injuries non-serious in nature, while two were taken to Orange County Global Medical Center in Irvine and treated for non-life-threatening injuries, according to Coates.
79-year-old Santa Ana man killed after being hit by car in Huntington Beach
Juan Martinez Tovar of Santa Ana was walking on Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach on Wednesday morning when a 59-year-old driver from Newport Beach hit him, Huntington Beach police said.
Officer Monica Posada, from the California Highway Patrol Station in Irvine, confirmed the incident resulted in two separate collisions — one involving three vehicles and another between two vehicles, according to an incident report.
A SigAlert was issued, and the HOV lane and two other lanes were closed to traffic while the scene was cleared, Posada said. All lanes were reopened by 6:33 a.m., the report indicated.
Although initial reports indicated a possible rollover accident, Coates, who was on scene, said no vehicles appeared to be overturned and all the victims were able to extricate themselves from the wreckage.
The cause of the incident is being investigated by the Santa Ana CHP station officers, who did not immediately respond to requests for information Thursday morning.
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O.C. officials, residents react to President Joe Biden’s calls for unity in inauguration speech
Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th president of the United States on Wednesday. Kamala Harris, formerly a senator from California, also became the first female vice president.
Public boat channel for Huntington Harbour opens Thursday
The channel is part of a $154-million, five-year U.S. Navy project designed to reconfigure Anaheim Bay.
Orange County reports 1,701 new coronavirus cases, 31 deaths regionwide
The total number of coronavirus cases in Orange County since March is now 216,509. At least 2,508 county residents have died from the virus.
Costa Mesa City Council fills planning commission seats, suspends street-sweeping tickets again
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Man arrested on suspicion of DUI in Huntington Beach collision that kills 2, injures 1
Eric Kinser, 35, of Sunset Beach, was allegedly driving northbound on Pacific Coast Highway Tuesday evening, when his pickup truck crossed into southbound lanes of traffic and struck two vehicles.
Huntington Beach City Council approves zoning changes for Magnolia Tank Farm property
By a 5-2 vote, the City Council paves the way for future development on the 29-acre site in southeast Huntington Beach.
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Newsletter: Can you hear the whistles blowing?
President Trump at a White House news conference on Oct. 2.
(Mark Wilson / Getty Images)
Here are the stories you shouldn’t miss today:
Can You Hear the Whistles Blowing?
Lawyers say a second whistleblower has come forward in the impeachment inquiry against President Trump, and more may be in the offing, raising the possibility of damaging new disclosures as people in proximity to the president begin to provide evidence.
Trump and his allies have tried to cast his appeals to foreign governments to investigate Joe Biden and his son as part of a wide-ranging anti-corruption drive, though the president, when asked last week, could not name another such investigation. On Twitter, Trump continues to lash out, accusing a number of lawmakers of treason or calling for their impeachment.
— In his first interview with a Western news outlet, Andriy Yermak, a top advisor to Ukraine’s president, said ill-informed accounts peddled by members of Trump’s inner circle threatened to poison U.S.-Ukrainian relations this year and gave Trump a cover for suspending military aid.
— So, what did Joe Biden actually do in Ukraine? Here are the facts.
— Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky saw protesters demonstrate against his plan to resolve the country’s conflict with Russian-backed militias.
More Twists in the War Against Islamic State
The White House says Turkey will soon invade northern Syria, casting uncertainty on the fate of the Kurdish fighters allied with the U.S. in a campaign against Islamic State. Even before this announcement, the fight against the militant group has proved a difficult puzzle, as this report from a village on the front lines shows.
First Monday in October
“Dreamers.” LGBTQ rights. Religion. Abortion. These are some of the major issues the Supreme Court will consider as it opens a new term today. With five conservatives and four liberals, ideological rifts are sure to follow. The wild card again may be Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr.
The Harsher Reality of Life on the Streets
Mental illness, substance abuse and physical disabilities are much more pervasive in Los Angeles County’s homeless population than officials have previously reported. That’s according to a Times analysis of more than 4,000 questionnaires taken as part of this year’s count of homeless people. The L.A. Homeless Services Authority narrowly interpreted the data to produce much lower numbers.
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— Vaping bans are supposed to help fight nicotine addiction, but some worry they could do more harm than good.
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— Five people, including the owner, were injured Saturday night at an Oktoberfest celebration at Old World Village in Huntington Beach when three electrical transformers exploded. A manager says it could have been much worse.
— Moderate Santa Ana winds are expected to start late Wednesday evening in L.A. and Ventura counties. They’re expected to bring hot, dry conditions to the region and increase the risk for fast-moving wildfires.
HOLLYWOOD AND THE ARTS
— Box-office estimates show “Joker” had the best October opening for a film. But what to make of its ending? Director Todd Phillips explains.
— Ginger Baker, esteemed as one of the most virtuosic drummers ever through his innovative work with English rock bands Cream and the short-lived Blind Faith, has died at 80.
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— Police say two men opened fire inside a bar in Kansas City, Kan., early Sunday, killing four people and wounding five others in a shooting believed to have stemmed from an earlier dispute.
— Shouting “Wearing mask is not a crime,” tens of thousands of protesters in Hong Kong marched against a ban on mask wearing.
— On this Greek island, goats outnumber human inhabitants 15-fold, and they are munching stretches of it into a moonscape.
— The trial of a Huawei executive has exposed cracks in the tough-to-win extradition case.
— If long-term care insurance costs too much, you have a choice to make.
— The Dodgers used a seven-run outburst in the sixth inning to defeat the Washington Nationals 10-4. The Dodgers have a chance to close out the National League Division Series tonight.
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— Can the UCLA football season get worse? Columnist Helene Elliott thinks it’s very likely.
— Trump is getting pounded in Washington. But in Sacramento, columnist George Skelton writes, he’s receiving nifty gifts.
— It was a terrible idea to build a new freeway in Los Angeles County. Now it’s on hold for good.
WHAT OUR EDITORS ARE READING
— Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has a new campaign ad: “The way that impeachment stops is a Senate majority with me as majority leader.” (Courier Journal)
— Beyond the death toll, the war in Yemen is threatening cultural treasures, including ancient skyscrapers. (The Guardian)
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Waves caused by Hurricane Teddy batter the shore in Cow Bay, N.S., on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020. It’s been another year of record-breaking disasters and crazy, dangerous weather from coast to coast, says Environment Canada’s senior climatologist. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan
‘Expensive, extreme:’ Environment Canada releases annual Top 10 weather stories list
‘There’s no vaccine for extreme weather’
It was another year of record-breaking disasters and crazy, dangerous weather from coast to coast, says Environment Canada’s senior climatologist.
A vicious hailstorm in Calgary wrote off more cars than Albertans normally buy in an entire year. Heat in Ontario quadrupled Toronto’s normal number of hot, stuffy nights.
The East Coast experienced eight hurricanes compared with the normal two or three. A chokehold of wildfire smoke gave southern British Columbia some of the dirtiest air in the world.
A flood washed residents of Fort McMurray, Alta., from their homes.
“It was an expensive year. It was an extreme year,” said Dave Phillips. “There were no shockers.”
Compiling the annual list of Top 10 Canadian weather events since 1996 hasn’t left Phillips blase. It’s just that, after 24 straight years of normal or above-normal temperatures, this is what Canada can now expect.
“Scientists have seen this very clear link between climate change and weather extremes,” said Phillips. “There’s no denying it any more.”
The year 2020, he said, was remarkable for the impact weather and climatic events outside Canada had inside its borders.
Waters in the Atlantic, far off Canadian shores, were up to three degrees warmer than average.
“Conditions outside of Canada made for a more active hurricane season,” Phillips said. “It was a hyperactive season.”
Smoke from vast wildfires in the U.S. Pacific Northwest drifted into southern B.C. and as far as the eastern slopes of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains. Victoria and Vancouver had up to 80 per cent more smoky hours in September than they did in 2018 when the province was ablaze.
“What 2020 showed, through smoky skies in British Columbia, frequent hurricanes in the East, and vanishing ice in the North, is that climate change occurring elsewhere outside of Canada is also having an increasingly greater impact on the health and well-being of Canadians at home,” Phillips said.
Weather events cost Canadians $2.5 billion overall this year — and that’s just insured losses.
Phillips’s top weather story occurred June 13 when golf-ball-sized hail pounded Calgary.
Driven by 70-kilometre winds, the icy missiles shattered windows, downed trees and battered 32,000 cars. The flood that followed swamped streets, led to blackouts in more than 10,000 homes and cost about $1.3 billion in insurance claims.
B.C.’s smoky September took the next spot.
At one point, Victoria was shrouded for 186 consecutive hours. In some places, temperatures fell eight degrees as smoke blotted the sun. Vancouver’s air was up to seven times more toxic than it had been during B.C.’s 2018 wildfires.
Back to Alberta for third place.
A cold spring followed by rapid warmth and rain caused ice jams that raised water levels on rivers in the Fort McMurray area between 4 1/2 and six metres in a matter of hours. The ice slabs were so big explosives couldn’t remove them and 13,000 residents had to leave their homes for more than a week.
Anendless — and merciless — summer in Central and Eastern Canada was fourth.
On May 27, Montreal hit 36.6 C, an all-time May record. In June, Quebec broke 140 temperature records. Ottawa’s average temperature for the hot spell was its highest in 145 years.
Fredericton had the most days above 30 C in 50 years. Summerside, P.E.I. had 10 such days compared with the average of one.
It wouldn’t be a Canadian list without a snowfall story. This year it came from St. John’s, NL., where a blizzard deemed a “bomb cyclone” in January howled 18 straight hours. Nearly a metre of snow buried cars up to their hood ornaments.
Canada needs to come to grips with climate change, said Phillips, who added that the COVID-19 pandemic may show reason for optimism.
“The lesson from the pandemic is that the world mobilized,” Phillips said.
“Science is the winner. Climate change (science) may very well benefit from that.”
At least, that’s his hope.
“There’s no vaccine for extreme weather.”
Bob Weber, The Canadian Press
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Fifty Shades Of Gray’s Inn: ‘His Eyes Were Like Deep Pools Of Cappuccino, Swirling…’
By Anastasia Steal on Aug 29 2012 10:22am
GDL student Anastasia Steal relives the extraordinary day she met Christopher Grey QC, head of Gray’s Inn Chambers
As I approached Mr Grey’s chambers, I tried to pull myself together. But it was no use.
I shouldn’t even have been here. My GDL course-mate, who writes a blog for Lawyer2B, was ill with a fever, and I said I’d step in to help out with her latest piece – an interview with Christopher Grey QC, one of the country’s most famous barristers. Why was I so nervous?
Entering Gray’s Inn Chambers, I was struck by the beautiful furnishings of the interior, the wallpaper’s Laura Ashley pattern blazing a mark on my soul that immediately etched into a permanent scar as the view from the far window caught my gaze. “What gardens!” I sighed to myself.
Then I spotted the watercolours – a series of glorious depictions of Gray’s Inn gardens through the seasons.
“The winter scene is my favourite,” said a husky baritone that came from behind me. Startled, I spun around.
In front of me was the most beautiful man I’d ever seen. Tall, yet perfectly proportioned, with tousled copper hair, the man’s tanned frame was wrapped in an exquisite Savile Row suit. His eyes were like deep pools of cappuccino, swirling in a sea of sugary, creamy ocean. Lost in their mahogany vortexes, I suddenly noticed that this mysterious creature had extended one of his long hands towards me.
“Christopher Grey, head of Gray’s Inn Chambers.”
Quivering with an excitement I had never previously experienced in 22 years of happy, if mundane, existence, I tripped over the gorgeous Persian rug beneath me and landed inches away from Mr Grey’s wonderfully clean and perfectly fitting leather shoes. Holy crap!
“It is normal that I have this effect on you. But be careful, for I, like the devil, am dangerous,” said Mr Grey said as he helped me to my feet, his tender hands resting fleetingly, but in a way I often recall after sunset on autumn evenings, on my hips.
“Let us proceed to my office where we shall conduct this interview,” he continued, pulling me sternly by the hand.
After I had taken my notebook out, Mr Grey – who looked so young, surely not a day over 30 – began talking immediately. “I do not believe in luck, Anastasia. The reason I am head of Gray’s Inn Chambers and a top QC is down to my excellence and hard work.”
He looked up fleetingly, his long eyelashes quivering in the air like nightingales migrating south for winter, before resuming his fascinating tale:
“I began this journey four years ago. It is hard to believe I know, but I only completed my pupillage in 2009. A listing as a ‘rising star’ in Chambers & Partners propelled my career greatly. Marked out as ‘one to watch’ soon after by the Legal500, I attained silk the following year, before my colleagues voted me head of chambers – a great honour. And all before the age of 28. However, tell me about yourself.”
Holy crap. I hadn’t expected this. I was meant to be doing the interview, not him. But something about the authoritative tone of his words forced me to respond.
“I’m a GDL student, hoping to gain a pupillage, a training contract, anything….” I drifted off. God, I must sound so directionless to him.
I looked up to find Mr Grey staring at me for what seemed an age, his visage like a window to some distant, enticing realm. “How about you come and do a mini-pupillage with me?” he asked.
My inner goddess gasped.
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Create Magic With Quickspin’s Wild Cauldron Slot
By Doug Holmes | Jan 30, 2020
Witches and magic continue to fascinate millions of people around the world. The image of witches brewing their magical potions in a bubbling cauldron is a major image in folklore.
Quickspin has decided to use this as their theme in their latest offering called “Wild Cauldron“. Players will have a chance to win big as the symbols bubble up from the depths of the cauldron.
Players start this game with a very cartoony-looking cauldron that has symbols floating in their midst. The game itself features six reels and 4.096 ways to win. But this will increase thanks to the special features that the game has.
A great thing about this game is that players will immediately notice is that there are no card symbols. All of the symbols present are unique to the game. The low-value symbols include symbols that are linked to witchcraft. This includes blue moons, green swirls, pink eyes, red pentagrams, orange hazard signs and yellow lightning bolts.
What players want to score is one of the five monsters. They are the most valuable with the pink monster being the most valuable. Players can get 3.5 times their stake when they get six in a combination. There is also the W symbol, which acts as the wild. Having it as part of a winning combination increases the win multiplier by one. The game has a maximum of 7x as its win multiplier.
The game also has some special features that make winning easier. One of them is the Locking Symbol Tumble feature. Players who get a winning combination will lock those winning symbols and they go to the bottom of the reels. Then new symbols will drop down from the top. This can mean new combinations can form.
Besides that, the number of ways to win increases. This is done by having more rows added for every win. The maximum number of rows is eight. This means that a player can potentially have 262,144 ways to win. The row number returns to the original state after players stop winning.
Players can also trigger the Free Spins feature. This is done with the potion bottle bonus scatters. Players will need to score four of them and they can get from eight to 12 free spins. The free spins will have both special features active and activate additional two free spins for each two scatters that appear.
Overall, this game’s RTP of 96.09 percent combined with its special features make it a must-try!
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From the desk of the editor.
Bishop Schneider: Why homosexually inclined men shouldn’t be in seminary
'Better to leave some parishes without a priest and some dioceses without a bishop for several years than to ordain a man who has a disorder.'
Fri Mar 8, 2019 - 7:06 pm EST
Bishop Athanasius Schneider
By John-Henry Westen
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March 8, 2019 (LifeSiteNews) – During an exclusive interview with LifeSite, Kazakhstan Bishop Athanasius Schneider, proposed as one of the solutions to the sexual abuse crisis a new canonical norm in the Catholic Church which would mandate that men with homosexual inclinations “categorically not be accepted in seminaries.” Bishop Schneider, one of the leading voices for orthodoxy in the Church, suggested that if men with homosexual inclinations are in seminary “ they must be dismissed from the seminary and helped to be healed and to live as a good Christian layman.”
Bishop Schneider explains:
Currently the norms only say that those with “deep-seated homosexual tendencies” should not be admitted to seminary, but for me this is not sufficient. What does “deep-seated” mean? If an adult man comes to the seminary and feels homosexual attraction, even if it is not yet deep-seated, it is still a homosexual attraction. And in itself it is already a condition that, in some circumstances — such as in the exclusively male atmosphere of a seminary — could develop into a deeper or more aggressive tendency.
And when he becomes a priest, he will be with seminarians, with young altar boys and so on. And so while perhaps in seminary these tendencies were not deep-seated, they can become deeper in certain circumstances.
It is for me in some way disingenuous. Let’s say that a young man is not an aggressive homosexual. He does not take pleasure in having homosexual tendencies, and they are not so deeply rooted. But when he acknowledges that he has these tendencies, or when it is proven by exterior acts or signs that he has homosexual tendencies, even if they are not deep-seated, he should be charitably sent away from the seminary. And this should be a canonical norm: that someone who acknowledges that he has homosexual tendencies, even not deep-seated, cannot be received into another seminary and cannot be ordained.
Homosexual tendencies are a kind of a personality disorder trait and a distorted perception of reality, since this signifies a desiring an object of pleasure against the natural order of the sexes. Magisterial documents call it an “objective” disorder. How can you ordain a man with a disorder in his personality or in his psycho-somatic makeup? Of course, there are other psychological disorders as well. We do not ordain men with certain psychological disorders, even when they are not so deep. It would harm the priesthood.
Asked what sort of exterior signs he had in mind, the Bishop replied:
If he were to have an exclusive and ostentatious friendship with a man, it would already be an exterior sign. Or if he looks at male pornography on the internet, this would be another sign. These are exterior, verifiable signs. Once these are discovered, such a seminarian should be forever excluded from ordination. Yes, he can be healed, but the seminary is not a sanitarium for healing people with psychological disorders or homosexual tendencies. This is naïve, and it will harm the priesthood and the person. It would be better for such a person to be a good Christian in the world and save his soul, and not to be a priest. We can and should help him, or course. But we have to be willing to say to him: you will not be ordained, it is for the salvation of your soul. Be a good Christian in the world.
Better to have fewer priests but healthy, psychologically healthy men. And deep lovers of Christ, deeply spiritual men. It would be better for the entire Church. Better to leave some parishes without a priest and some dioceses without a bishop for several years than to ordain a man who has a disorder, either homosexual or other personality disorders.
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John-Henry is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of LifeSiteNews.com. He and his wife Dianne and their eight children live in the Ottawa Valley in Ontario, Canada.
He has spoken at conferences and retreats, and appeared on radio and television throughout North America, Europe and Asia. John-Henry founded the Rome Life Forum an annual strategy meeting for pro-life leaders worldwide. He co-founded Voice of the Family and serves on the executive of the Canadian National March for Life Committee, and the annual National Pro-Life Youth Conference.
He is a consultant to Canada’s largest pro-life organization Campaign Life Coalition, and serves on the executive of the Ontario branch of the organization. He has run three times for political office in the province of Ontario representing the Family Coalition Party.
John-Henry earned an MA from the University of Toronto in School and Child Clinical Psychology and an Honours BA from York University in Psychology.
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Moody's Moves on Sprint
LR Mobile News Analysis Light Reading 6/7/2002
Sprint Corp. (NYSE: FON) is the latest major carrier to have its debt downgraded.
Citing concerns about Sprint's cash flow, liquidity, and business prospects, Moody's Investors Service this afternoon reduced its ratings on the company's long- and short-term debt by one notch, putting it just above the "junk" status.
The downgrade affects about $22 billion in securities, Moody's said.
In a prepared statement, Moody's cited four areas of concern that prompted its downgrade:
Sprint's cash flow. Moody's estimates Sprint won't generate "material free" cash flow -- that is, it won't actually be able to report satisfactory cash in its business -- until 2004.
Sprint's PCS business. While it's growing, the wireless business still demands lots of capital investment, Moody's said, and "the company remains vulnerable to a wireless price war." Further, Moody's says that 2 million Sprint PCS (NYSE: PCS) subscribers are part of debt-ridden Sprint affiliates.
Sprint's long-distance business continues to weaken. The competitive environment in data services pricing and the reduction in voice pricing has hit Sprint's Global Markets Group's long-distance segment hard. Moody's doesn't envision a quick turnaround.
Sprint's liquidity. The carrier needs to redo its revolving $5 billion credit facility, which currently calls for $3 billion to come due this August and $2 billion in August 2003, Moody's says. Further, Moody's thinks Sprint needs to refund its accounts receivable securitization program and take a look at selling its directory services business.
"We're disappointed, but this doesn't impact our operations or financial condition," says Sprint spokesman Mark Bonavia. He acknowledges that Sprint is working to renegotiate its $5 billion revolving credit facility and has evaluated the possibility of selling its yellow pages business. "But evaluating doesn't mean we're considering a sale," Bonavia qualifies.
Today's downgrade is the latest of several Moody's has enacted over the past few months. It's also demoted the investment status of securities from AT&T Corp. (NYSE: T) and has put the "junk" label on those of WorldCom Inc. (Nasdaq: WCOM) and Qwest Communications International Inc. (NYSE: Q) (see Moody's Cuts Qwest to Junk).
The news comes as a special blow, since many observers have expressed faith that Sprint has a better chance than most carriers of weathering the current downturn (see Carrier Crisis: Who's Most at Risk? and Sprint Reports Q1 Earnings).
Still, there was a whiff of the positive in Moody's note: Echoing claims made by Sprint CEO William T. Esrey at this week's Supercomm 2002 (see Esrey Talks Tough, Touts Future), Moody's closed its note by stating that Sprint "is the most functionally integrated of all U.S. telcos, meaningfully operating in three distinct segments" -- wireless, long distance, and local access. The ratings agency seems to be hinting that Sprint has the chance to leverage these assets to solve its problems.
At press time, Sprint shares were trading down $0.21 (1.39%) at $14.94.— Mary Jander, Senior Editor, Light Reading
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Trains from Landywood to Millbrook (Bedfordshire)
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Home » Minnitt
In 1835 Edward Minnitt from Gringley on the Hill (near Gainsborough) married Alissimon Minnitt from the Fulbeck branch of the family. They lived at Court Leys Farm near Brandon (but in Caythorpe parish) until Edward died in 1876. Four of their children survived childhood:
Mary Ann (b. 1836)
Edward William (b. 1842)
George H (b. 1845)
Alissimon Caister (b. 1850)
Next Generation (children of Edward and Alissimon Minnitt)
Mary Ann married Henry Taylor, a butcher in Cartergate, Newark.
Edward William stayed at Court Leys until around 1865 when the Minnitt family acquired Brandon Hall (about ½ mile from Court Leys). By 1871 Edward William was farming at Brandon Hall with his sister Alissimon as housekeeper, plus 2 servants and 2 farm labourers.
In 1875 Edward was sued for breach of promise by Eleanor Wren Blenkhorn. Twenty years earlier his sister Alissimon had attended Frieston House School; run by Eleanor, her two sisters and their parents. The two families became close and in 1862 Edward and Eleanor started a long engagement. But by 1874, following the deaths of Eleanor’s mother and one of the sisters and with their father quite elderly, the family became bankrupt and moved to Ranmoor, Sheffield. It then seems that Edward’s parents, concerned about her debts and not thinking her a suitable farmer’s wife, forced him to cut her off. He did not defend the action and was fined £500. The case was very widely reported.
After the death of his father (1876), Edward William and his mother moved to Main Street, Claypole, where Edward William died in 1886.
George Henry married Catherine Robinson at Long Bennington in 1874. Catherine (nee Stevenson) was the widow of Richard Robinson of Brandon Lodge (1834-70). In 1881 George and Catherine were at Court Leys but they sold up in 1885 and moved to Leadenham Low Fields. They retired to Frieston Hall (the former Frieston House School) where George died in 1900. Catherine and their niece Alissimon Annie Jackson stayed there until about 1912, before moving to 32 North Parade, Grantham were Catherine died in 1928, aged 91.
Alissimon Caistor Minnitt helped her brother Edward William run Brandon Hall farm. She married Charles Anthony Jackson in 1871 but died 2 years later. They had a daughter:
Alissimon Annie Jackson born in Brigg in 1872. After her mother died, she lived with George Henry’s family at Leadenham Low Fields and then Frieston Hall. Later she moved to 32 North Parade, Grantham, where she later lived with her half-sister (her father had re-married) Emily Caister Rollison (nee Jackson). Alissimon died at the Lawn, Lincoln in 1941 and was buried at Caythorpe.
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Vietnam defies the odds on Covid-19
Quick action by the government has helped prevent widespread infection – and turned the tide of public distrust.
A woman carries flowers at the Quang Ba flower market in Hanoi, 11 May (Manan Vatsyayana/AFP via Getty Images)
Published 12 May 2020 06:00 0 Comments
If you want to see real Olympic-level panic-buying, head to a Vietnamese supermarket a week before Tet, or Lunar New Year.
Yet when the coronavirus broke out in China, Vietnam, with which it shares a border, there was only an hour or two of panic-buying before things settled down to normal.
Vietnam has come out of Covid-19 lockdown, and schools have restarted after being closed all year. The economy is restarting, and there’s hope the country could escape the worst economic ravages, or even benefit from plans to diversify manufacturing away from China.
This is a nation that took three goes just to institute a motorbike helmet law people would actually pay attention to.
There are fewer than 300 reported Covid-19 cases, and no reported deaths. International press coverage of Vietnam's efforts has been broad and generally effusive – not something the regime has seen much of for some years, after cycles of corruption scandals and crackdowns.
This is a nation that took three goes just to institute a motorbike helmet law people would actually pay attention to. After two failed attempts, the leadership got serious in 2007, although even then citizens were more interested in appearing to follow the law, and the cheaper plastic domes on sale for 50,000VND (US$2.50) would save riders from a fine but not an injury.
This time, people have listened and are pulling together, wishing to do the right thing rather than simply appearing to do the right thing, which is where the smart money’s been for years.
It’s often easy to suggest in Vietnam that numbers are incomplete or made up, given it is a one-party state with no real free media and prison times for those who post incendiary things online or protest in the streets. However, the usual rumour mill is largely quiet.
Reuters recently published a lengthy piece detailing Vietnam’s efforts, from early border and school closures to sustained contact tracing. The reporters called a dozen funeral homes to check if business is booming. It isn’t. As with elsewhere, numbers have dropped as lockdowns have meant fewer traffic accidents.
It also noted:
These public health experts say Vietnam was successful because it made early, decisive moves to restrict travel into the country, put tens of thousands of people into quarantine and quickly scaled up the use of tests and a system to track down people who might have been exposed to the virus.
On the other hand, the story illustrated a frustrating opacity, with no health officials available for interview.
According to one foreigner who’s been in Hanoi since the mid-2000s, “everyone seems in awe of the government”. Indeed, the often-cynical expats are now praising the nation’s efforts, grateful they live in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City and not back home, even if they still complain people are putting masks but not helmets on their small children riding pillion.
Vietnam’s multilingual contact-tracing program lists all the places each diagnosed patient has been since contracting the virus – down to the addresses, for example, of street-side barbecued eel and noodle joints, after one particular eel-loving patient had picked it up at a St Patrick’s Day party in Saigon, one of the later virus clusters.
A sign in Hanoi’s Tay Ho district lays out the rules of Covid-19 prevention in Vitenamese and English (Bret Mason)
The fear in Vietnam in the years since the doi moi economic reforms took hold has been that the nation was losing its character, becoming too money-hungry while losing the sense of community and patriotism that enabled the North’s mid-century victories against the French, Americans, and Chinese (although it’s important to note that the country, which just saw the 45-year anniversary of the Fall of Saigon and end of the war, doesn’t call the last run-in a “war”).
That fear is not a new feeling.
Author Ho Anh Thai, a former diplomat and author, wrote about the nostalgia for a more idealistic time in his 1991 novella Behind the Red Mist, via 17-year-old Tan, who is somehow transported back to the war years, meeting his then-young parents for the first time. Tan, growing up in peacetime, feels strangely dislocated but finds a sense of purpose in Hanoi’s early war years.
That nostalgia was resurgent three years later, during the lengthy mourning and funeral for General Võ Nguyên Giáp, architect of the French defeat at Dien Bien Phu in 1954, when young people raised on not much more than facts and figures about the war thronged the streets in quiet lines to pay their respects to a hero whose power within the Party waned decades before they were born.
In 2016, I wrote about Vietnam’s fish kill saga for The Interpreter after a toxic spill from a Taiwanese steel mill poisoned waters, put fishermen out of work, and left 100 tons of dead fish lining the beaches across four northern provinces:
Almost every worry in modern-day Vietnam is represented in the fish kill saga... Many of the bigger issues that worry the populace, and the government, are present in this round of protests. For the people, these include the management of foreign investment, environmental protection and food safety. The government's major concern is staying a few steps ahead of a growing civil society that is organising online.
After a Formosa company executive told a local newspaper that people would have to choose between modern industry or fish, Vietnamese used Facebook to “choose fish” in a watershed moment of mass protest.
“The government's reluctance to blame Formosa has irritated people deeply. This government sells itself on its ability to manage problems clearly and smoothly; in this case that has not happened,” I wrote just under four years ago
Things have changed. Today, the government’s ability to manage problems clearly and smoothly doesn’t need much more selling.
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Farmers gather at a site of a protest against the newly passed farm bills at Singhu border near Delhi. (REUTERS)
Another night of farmer protests - at Delhi's edges and beyond them
6 min read . Updated: 29 Nov 2020, 08:30 AM IST PTI
With many roads and entry points blocked, Home Minister Amit Shah appealed to the farmers to shift to the Burari ground and said the Centre is ready to hold discussions with them
Thousands of farmers dug in their heels at Delhi's border points, their numbers swelling through the day as many more joined them, and hundreds gathered at the city's Burari grounds on Saturday, disparate but united in their determination to hold protests against the new farm laws.
With many roads and entry points blocked, Union Home Minister Amit Shah appealed to the farmers to shift to the Burari ground and said the Centre is ready to hold discussions with them as soon as they move to the designated place.
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He said a delegation of the farmers has been invited for discussion on December 3, adding now that some of their unions have demanded that talks be held immediately, the central government is ready to do so as soon as the protestors shift to the ground in Burari.
Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh termed Shah's offer to hold discussions at the earliest as the best in the interest of the farming community and the nation at large. He urged the farmers to accept the appeal and shift to the designated place for their protest.
After a restive Friday that saw police using teargas shells, water cannons and multi-layer barriers to block the protesters and some farmers pelting stones and breaking barricades in their determination to push through as part of their 'Delhi Chalo' march, it was a quieter Saturday.
But the tension persisted with restless crowds milling around the city’s edges and beyond and settling down from another night out in the cold.
Though there was no clear roadmap, the farmers, belonging to multiple groups, including 30 from Punjab, appeared clear in their resolve, some saying that they would not disperse till the laws were repealed and others that would ensure their voices are heard. They were mostly from Punjab and Haryana but also from Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.
At the Singhu and Tikri borders, thousands of farmers in trucks, tractors and other vehicles who had braved the water cannons and batons and had been there for three days, refused to budge. As police personnel swarmed the area, many said they would not go to the Sant Nirankari ground in Burari that was offered to them for peaceful protests.
Settling down for another night on the road, some said they would wait for the outcome of a crucial meeting on Sunday to decide the next course of action.
" Tomorrow, there will be another meeting at 11 am. Till then, we are at Singhu," said Baljeet Singh Mahal, the Jalandhar unit president of the Bhartiya Kisan Union Kadia.
“We have still not decided on going to the Burari ground. We will have a meeting in the evening to decide the next course of action," Bharatiya Kisan Union (Rajewal) president Balbir Singh Rajewal told PTI over the phone.
Another faction, the Bharatiya Kisan Union (Ekta-Ugrahan), one of the largest farmer organisations in Punjab, agreed that they would not go to Burari. The faction’s leaders claimed that over one lakh farmers, including elderly women, were marching towards the national capital in tractor-trailers, buses and other vehicles.
Numbers swelled at the Singhu border point, one of the main access points into the capital from Punjab, and at Tikri a few kilometres away.
"We will continue to protest here. We will not move from here. Several other farmers are yet to join us from Haryana. They are on their way," said Sukhwinder Singh, who had been camping at Tikri since Friday evening.
He was clear in his ask.
"We want to go to Jantar Mantar and hold a peaceful demonstration there. Meetings are being held, and until the next course of decision is taken, we will continue to protest here at the border peacefully."
Jagtar Singh Bhagiwander, another farmer at Tikri, said the effort was to separate the groups.
"Yesterday, soon after we were granted permission to enter Delhi, we were told to move ahead in groups of 50 people one after the other. If we have come together all the way crossing different borders, we will continue to stay united," he said.
The farmers came prepared for a long haul, their vehicles loaded with rations, utensils, quilts and blankets for the cold and equipped with even charging points for their phones.
“We will not return till the Centre scraps the new farm laws," a protesting farmer said.
Some farmers from Uttar Pradesh gathered at the Ghazipur border too, ready to join in. Elsewhere in Uttar Pradesh, over 500 farmers staged a sit-in at the Jhansi-Mirzapur National Highway in Kulpahad to demand the rollback of the three laws.
Though many groups were unwilling to go to Burari, hundreds of farmers did make their way to the ground where the government had allowed them.
Joint Commissioner of Police (Northern range) Surender Singh Yadav told reporters that around 600 to 700 farmers had reached Burari and hoped that more would go.
Among those at Burari was Bhuvan Singh Yadav, who started his journey on November 24 from Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh via Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, along with several other members of the All India Krishak Khet Majdoor Sangathan (AIKKMS).
“We were stopped by the UP police at the Rajasthan-UP border on a bridge, but we did not go back. We continued to protest on the bridge, even when it started raining in this cold. Eventually the police had to give in," he said.
“Hum sawaal lekar aayein hain, aur jawaab lekar jaenge, (We came with a question and will return with an answer)," he said.
Slogans such as “Dharti Mata Ki Jai", “Narendra Modi Kisan Virodhi" and “Inquilab Zindabad" could be heard from different parts of the vast, dusty ground. As some farmer leaders gave speeches, farmers danced to drumbeats and the strains of "Hum Honge Kaamyab" could also be heard.
Amid the cheerful cacophony, members of the Akhil Bharatiya Kisan Sangharsh Samanvay Samiti struck up a chorus of “Chahe Kuch Bhi Karlo Hum Badhte Jaenge".
The unprecedented unity of the farmers will put pressure on the government to withdraw the three anti-farmer acts, social activist Medha Patkar, who was at Burari with a group of men and women, told NDTV.
She said it was a decentralised movement and the protest was against the vulgar inequity in the country.
The three farm laws are - The Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation); The Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement of Price Assurance; and Farm Services and The Essential Commodities (Amendment).
Farmers say they are apprehensive that the laws will pave way for the dismantling of the minimum support price system, leaving them at the "mercy" of big corporates.
As the issue snowballed, Haryana Chief Minister M L Khattar alleged that some political parties and organisations are “sponsoring" the farmers’ stir against the Centre’s farm laws.
Hitting out at Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh, Khattar alleged that officials in the Punjab Chief Minister's Office are “giving directions" to the protesting farmers from Punjab.
He also claimed Haryana farmers had not participated in the stir and thanked them for it.
Haryana Police has booked state BKU chief Gurnam Singh Charuni and several farmers on attempt to murder, rioting, causing obstruction in government duty and other charges for violations during their "Delhi Chalo" march, officials said.
Congress spokesperson Abhishek Singhvi claimed whoever protests against the Modi government is "deemed a terrorist". Former party chief Rahul Gandhi referred to a photograph of a soldier lifting his hand in an apparent move to hit an elderly Sikh farmer during the clash at a border on Friday and said on Twitter, "This is a very sad photo. Our slogan was 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan', but today a soldier is standing against the farmer due to PM Modi's arrogance. This is very dangerous."
This story has been published from a wire agency feed without modifications to the text.
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Senate Economics References Committee Inquiry into Consumer Protection in the Banking, Insurance and Financial Sector
Sydney, 22 February 2018
Senior Macquarie executives appeared today before the Senate Committee Inquiry into Consumer Protection in the Banking, Insurance and Financial Sector to provide the Committee with factual evidence that responds to allegations relating to a class action being pursued by lawyers Macpherson Kelley.
While there has been extensive media coverage of the lawyers’ allegations, litigation is yet to commence. We have responded to the lawyers’ concerns where they were specified and otherwise invited them on a number of occasions to provide details to Macquarie and the appropriate regulators in support of their allegations. They have not done so.
Macquarie has consistently stated that the allegations, which appear to be an attempt to solicit clients, lack any credible evidence. Macquarie has investigated all of the lawyers’ allegations of price manipulation and categorically rejects that this occurred. Macquarie has acted in accordance with all relevant regulatory requirements.
Opening Statement to the Senate Economics References Committee Inquiry into Consumer Protection in the Banking, Insurance and Financial Sector, 22 February 2018
Thank you Senator for the opportunity of making an opening statement. My name is Greg Ward, Deputy Managing Director of Macquarie Group and Head of the Banking and Financial Services group which is Macquarie’s personal banking and wealth management arm as well as the provider of banking services to small to medium enterprises. I have been at Macquarie for close to 22 years, five of those as head of Banking and Financial Services.
I understand the Committee’s invitation to this hearing is in relation to Cleveland Mining. For this reason, I am joined by Rob Johnston, Head of Wealth Advisory, and Matthew McLennan, an Executive Director in Macquarie’s Group Legal division. Mr Johnston leads the part of the Wealth business most relevant to Cleveland Mining and has done so since 2014. Mr McLennan has been involved in responding to the allegations about Cleveland Mining that were made in 2017.
Macquarie’s Wealth division has a financial advice business which historically has been known in the market as Macquarie Private Wealth. MPW is primarily a retail broking and equities advice business which buys and sells shares on behalf of clients. A significant number of MPW’s clients are high net-worth.
With regard to Cleveland Mining, MPW had broking clients who had invested in the stock as part of their overall investment portfolio. These clients bought and sold shares in the company on-market through the ASX. Our clients paid us brokerage commissions when they did so.
MPW also had clients that participated in Cleveland Mining’s off-market capital raisings. Companies can raise capital off-market through a private placement. The company pays a fee to the broking firm so that it can market the placement to that firm’s clients. Separately, clients often source private placement opportunities through brokers. When Macquarie conducts private placements, only high net-worth investors who have assets of at least $A2.5 million or earn at least $A250,000 per year are eligible to invest.
MPW was one of the firms that provided capital raising services for Cleveland Mining. The company conducted a number of private placements and MPW assisted the company with four of these between 2010 and 2013. These placements were conducted by the capital markets business within the Banking and Financial Services group which is separate to the client broking business.
Media reports have referred to MPW’s ongoing ‘support’ for Cleveland Mining stock and drawn inferences that are incorrect. “Support” is a common market practice of seeking long- term investors for a company - rather than short-term trading clients - and providing after-market services such as facilitating investor updates, interactions with company representatives, and post-financial result briefings.
We appear today to assist you in your inquiries. While I believe the Committee is already aware, I would like to reiterate there are parties who have taken steps to commence litigation against Macquarie with regard to Cleveland Mining. To date, they have not made any meaningful progress. The allegations made are serious, however they are either without merit or vague and lacking in specifics. We have responded to these lawyer’s concerns where they were specified and otherwise invited them on a number of occasions to provide details in support of their allegations. They have not done so.
I note this for the Committee for three reasons. Firstly, we are mindful that responses to the Committee's questions may be used by such parties, should litigation proceed and we need to be careful to protect Macquarie's legal professional privilege in some material.
Secondly, I would like to emphasize that we've taken the allegations made with the utmost seriousness and have investigated them thoroughly. Having investigated the allegations, we are satisfied that they are unsubstantiated.
And thirdly, given some of the statements that Mr James has made this morning, we believe it is necessary to the Committee's work to hear facts which I will ask Mr McLennan to do at the conclusion of my opening statement.
We have also been thorough in informing clients. In June last year, we wrote to all MPW clients who had owned Cleveland Mining shares. We invited them to provide any information or documents that would help with the review, and we offered to meet reasonable costs of up to $A5,000 to obtain independent advice if they were not satisfied with the handling of their review.
The review used the same systems that ASIC and ASX use for monitoring market conduct. We reviewed all trades in Cleveland Mining shares made through MPW between 2010 and 2013. And we reviewed the email records of certain advisers who were most active in Cleveland Mining trading within Macquarie.
We completed the review promptly and wrote to clients about the outcome in September last year. As mentioned, the investigation showed the allegations of unlawful trading were unsubstantiated. We identified one instance of an adviser invoicing Cleveland Mining for $12,500 which was done without Macquarie’s approval. While this was inappropriate conduct, we did not find any adverse client impact. That adviser is no longer with Macquarie.
Last year’s client review was in addition to a larger client remediation that we ran as part of the Enforceable Undertaking that MPW signed with ASIC in 2013, and which led to the transformation of that business. Clients who had invested in Cleveland Mining shares were included in this remediation process which was conducted under the supervision of Deloitte and ASIC.
During this earlier remediation process, we identified concerns about two advisers in relation to Cleveland Mining, specifically they had not disclosed to us the extent of their association with the company. The complaints giving rise to those concerns were made and investigated after the advisers had left Macquarie. We notified ASIC of our concerns and reviewed all of the personal advice given by the advisers in respect of Cleveland Mining. In one case we found an investment in the company that was not appropriate for the client given their risk appetite. This client was compensated.
The media outlet that has given considerable coverage to Cleveland Mining has also alleged inappropriate workplace behaviour by some MPW staff. None of the workplace behaviour allegations raised involve current staff. The allegations were either never previously put to Macquarie, or those that were made were reviewed and appropriate action taken.
Let me emphasise, Macquarie has no tolerance for this type of workplace behaviour. Staff receive training on appropriate workplace behaviour and related policies when they join Macquarie and are required to undergo regular refresher training.
When staff make complaints, Macquarie supports those staff, and working from the information available, investigates claims fully. Where there has been a finding of inappropriate workplace behaviour, consequences are applied which can range from warnings through to termination of employment.
Thank you again for the opportunity to make this opening statement.
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ME Travel - For the one who don't have Instagram, the pictures of my latest trip to Paris are also on this website now. In 7 pictures I show you my trip to Paris with my own remarkable view.
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1. Pont de Bercy
It's great to back in Paris. It has been a while ago since I was here. A picture of the bridge 'Pont de Bercy'.
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2. Eiffle Tower
A classic one. But it stays an amazing monument to take a picture of.
3. Panthéon
Paris, The City of Light. This is the Panthéon in the Latin Quarter in Paris. It's containing the remains of distinguished French citizens. By burying its great people in the Panthéon, France acknowledges the honour it received from them. Among those buried in its necropolis are Voltaire, Victor Hugo, Louis Braille, Pierre and Marie Curie, and many more.
4. Avenue des Champs-Élysées
Avenue des Champs-Élysées, the most prestigious avenue in Paris. At the end you see the Arc de Triomphe, one of the most famous monuments in Paris.
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5. Musée du Louvre
My favourite museum all time. I can be here for hours. Even for days. I never get enough from everything what you can find in this wonderful museum.
6. Arc de Triomphe
The world famous Arc de Triomphe at the Place Charles de Gaulle.
7. Pont Alexandre III
For me this was always the most beautiful bridge in Paris: Pont Alexander-III. The bridge was built between 1896 and 1900 for the world exhibition. The style of the bridge reflects that of the Grand Palais, the palace in the background where the bridge ends. This bridge is a wonder of 19th-century architecture.
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'Rakyat jaga rakyat' is not uplifting, but a sad necessity
Wednesday, 18 Nov 2020 07:16 AM MYT
By Erna Mahyuni
NOVEMBER 18 — I bought a T-shirt yesterday.
It was from one of my favourite local artists, Fahmi Reza, who constantly amazes me with his prolific output that unfortunately gets him into trouble more often than not.
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— Fahmi Reza (@kuasasiswa) November 17, 2020
The problem with being a controversial figure is that it doesn't pay the bills thus Fahmi has started a Patreon. I was the fifth person to sign up and the first to buy the T-shirt that just went on sale — as part of the Patreon you get access to limited edition merchandise and honestly it's almost criminal that his Patreon subscribers only pay US$1 (RM4.12) a month.
That T-shirt is also inspiring my column this week as we reach the one-year anniversary of when China first declared the virus' existence in Wuhan.
One year has passed and in that time I've spent too much shopping online and passed almost all of my time in bed.
Yesterday I visited a cafe in the neighbourhood and along the way I spotted many shuttered stores, some that had been around longer than I have lived here.
I see my activist friends on Facebook talking about the cases that keep going, the neverending requests for food, diapers, milk and shelter.
If there is one thing Covid-19 proved is the libertarian ideal of a government being minimal and mostly hands-off, with charity being expected to take the place of welfare, is disastrous.
During the movement control order (MCO) it was both heartwarming and infuriating to see private citizens having to mobilise to help the needy and even after it ended, that is still going on.
I cannot understand why the projections from the finance minister are so rosy about the economy when the head of the SME association says SMEs are suffering.
I cannot fathom why supposed "experts" are saying our unemployment numbers are down, when having to sell food by the roadside because you got laid off is still counted as "employed."
It also makes me want to scream when entrepreneurship is again being touted by the government as the key to helping the poor. Perhaps in another time, another economy, another reality where we are not hiding in our homes from an invisible enemy.
The Budget proposed is still, objectively awful. Billions for vague "special projects" while throwing pennies in one-off handouts at the B40 is hardly helpful.
I have friends who would likely have to apply for the EPF i-Sinar withdrawal scheme and I worry for them because EPF has stated that if you are already on the i-Lestari scheme, you can't apply until that ends in April.
How, I wonder, are they going to get by on just RM500 until then?
"Why should you worry, Erna? You have plenty of food and some emergency funds."
Why shouldn't I worry? The people who are still getting by right now can't be expected to singlehandedly prop up the economy, and many soon might also lose their jobs if their employers shutter, like so many businesses have.
My greatest fear is that things will get to the point where it will become too difficult for Malaysians to help each other. We're already seeing heightened xenophobia about migrant workers, with them even being accused of being disease vectors — as if they asked to be given terrible, crowded lodgings.
I care a lot but perhaps what grates at me most is that the politicians are not doing a good job hiding that they don't care enough.
If they cared more, perhaps we wouldn't have had a forced election because a former chief minister tried to bully his way back to being head of the state.
We still have certain politicians declining to wear masks or socially distance, much like the GOP in the US — at the point Covid-19 is spreading in the White House, it's going to take people in hazmats to make it safe for habitation.
What I'd like now is a revised Budget and finance minister not giving what almost sounds like veiled threats of frontliners and civil servants not being paid.
I would also like a finance minister who knows that even if the Budget doesn't get passed, there are legal provisions in place that will ensure public servants, frontliners included, will get paid as usual. Unlike the US, we aren't going to get a Parliament shutdown that will withhold all salaries or essential expenses.
In the meantime, at least I'll have a new T-shirt to look forward to.
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Homes at the higher end may see a slower rebound, with many buyers and sellers still quarantining outside of the city
By Liz Lucking
| Originally Published On June 20, 2020 | Mansion Global
New York City's Phase 2 is expected to deliver a surge in real estate activity.
When New York City enters Phase 2 of reopening on Monday, real estate agents are expecting home buyers and sellers to eagerly jump back into business.
“I feel there is a great deal of pent-up demand for buyers and sellers, and expect the next few months to be active ones,” Michael Rossi, CEO of real estate agency Elegran, said in an email statement.
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Throughout the height of the coronavirus pandemic—though parts of the industry were deemed essential—business had been operating on an almost entirely virtual basis, with in-person showings and open houses halted.
At the high end of the property market, those restrictions came close to shuttering the market altogether. For the past three months, it’s become typical for just two or three luxury homes—defined as priced over $4 million—to go into contract each week in Manhattan, according to the weekly Olshan Realty report on high-end homes. In comparison, last spring had, on average, roughly 20 deals agreed to on a weekly basis.
Last week, there were seven luxury contracts signed, the highest number in 12 weeks.
Under the reopening guidelines, showings are now allowed to resume in vacant properties or homes where the resident is not present, and they must be staggered to prevent people from congregating inside or outside. Other rules include strict guidance on personal protective equipment, social distancing and cleaning measures.
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After months of sitting on the sidelines, New York City sellers are now eager to move on and buyers are “ready to go,” according to agent George Case of Warburg Realty. “They are anxious to view the apartments.”
Smaller properties will likely see the most activity as the market reopens. The demand will stem from “couples and singles who have been in quarantine and have been browsing listings [and] will have had the time to consider options,” he said.
At the other end of the market, activity for larger—and pricier—homes may resume at a slightly slower pace with many buyers and sellers at the high end having quarantined outside of the city unlikely to be returning until school resumes, Mr. Case said.
The forecasted release of pent-up demand is in line with the jump in activity that other cities in the U.S. have witnessed following their relaxing of lockdown measures.
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In Los Angeles, after coming to “an absolute screeching halt in mid March,” the market is now very active, according to Sally Forster Jones of Compass in Los Angeles.
As is the case in New York, real estate in the California city was considered an essential business, but showings were banned. At the end of April, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced that homes could be shown in accordance with guidelines including capacity and social distancing.
“Buyers and sellers right now want to move on with their lives,” Ms. Forster Jones said. “The shelter at home has really made them more conscious of what they like in a home and what they don’t. They’re more motivated.”
San Francisco adopted a similar approach to Los Angeles in permitting showings starting in early May, and by the last week of the month, the number of contracts signed totaled almost 90, according to a recent report from Compass.
The tally was a drastic improvement from the last week of March, during which the city’s shelter-in-place order was in full force, when the number of listings going into contract had fallen to below 30.
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Meanwhile, in Miami Beach, “as restrictions eased, there was a lot of pent-up demand,” said Hillary Hertzberg of The Jills Zeder Group, which is affiliated with Coldwell Banker Realty. Real estate showing in Miami-Dade county were able to resume on May 18 with guidelines in place.
“Many locals started looking as soon as restrictions were lifted, some deciding to move from apartments to single-family homes, others to larger apartments or more boutique buildings,” Ms. Hertzberg said. “And some from single-family homes to more spacious single-family homes with designated spaces for home offices and amenities such as pools [and] home gyms.”
Though demand in New York City is expected to enjoy a similar resurgence, some predict a more modest resumption to normality.
“There will be a bit of an uptick, but it will level off, and it will be a drip of new listings coming on as people feel out what’s happening,” said Maria Daou, a broker with Warburg Realty.
“We have to be patient, but New York has always bounced back,” she said. “This is unlike any catastrophe that has hit us before. I don’t think it can be compared to 9/11 or the housing crash. It’s very different and there will be a new normal.”
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