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The Most Romantic First Kiss Stories That Will Make Your Heart Melt
"The first kiss is unforgettable. It's the moment when you feel weak in your legs, your"
The first kiss is unforgettable. It's the moment when you feel weak in your legs, your heart beats faster, your hands shake and you can't believe that it's happening to you.
Though, some first kisses are more unique than the others. If you want to remember this sweet moment, check out these most romantic first kiss stories.
"I was at summer camp at the end of session dance, it was on a tennis court, and it was the kid I had a crush on all of summer camp. We were kind of like, dancing, and then "Mr. Brightside" came on and we made out. Then we got in trouble for making out, and they made us sit on opposite sides of the gym. But we ended up going back to the dance. We made out more later in hiding." - Hannah, 19
Late kisses are not bad
"My first kiss came way later in life than most of my friends' first kisses: my junior year of high school. Before that year, I lacked the self-confidence to put myself in a position to be kissed; I was shy and awkward and new to my town, and I hadn't really figured out who I was. At 17, I felt like I had it all together. So,<|fim_middle|> never kissed anyone in high school because I went to an all-girls school, and when I got to college I was too insecure to let anyone kiss me. Anyway, on my 22nd birthday, I went to a bar in Harvard Square with all my friends. At one point, I saw the cute guy from my physics class that I had a crush on all semester. I went up to him and told him I thought he was cute. He blushed and said thank you, it was so hot. Then, I just kissed him. I just went for it. It was the proudest day of my life." - Alexandra, 25
Read also: 5 Signs He Wants To Kiss You Right Now
Remembering your romantic first kiss stories will always warm your heart and remind that everything is possible. And if you want to experience these feelings with someone new, don't forget to install Meetville app on Android and iOS right now and go on a date with local singles!
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"mizzwilson, 33" | when Terrence pulled whatever tacky pick-up line he used, I fell for it and we made out against the wall of a house we were skipping school and hanging out in, and it was great in all its terrible awkwardness. Just because you might not have that first kiss until later than most, that doesn't mean you're some loser who will never be sexual or attractive or wanted. That kiss sparked many great first kisses and great first other things. I have had no problem exploring that area of my life just because I was 17 and not 13 when someone first made a move." - Meggie, 29
Read also: How to Be a Good Kisser: The Best Kissing Tips
The movie kiss
"I was obsessed with the movie The Notebook, which came out when I was in 8th grade. I made my boyfriend at the time wait 7 months to kiss me because I wanted to kiss him on a Ferris wheel. So, we waited until summer, when everyone went to Kennebunkport. There's a fair in the summer that all the kids hung out at, so finally I let my boyfriend kiss me on the Ferris wheel there. If I'm a bird, he's a bird." - Sofia, 27
Prom night
"My first kiss was actually on prom night. I was so nervous because I felt like everyone else was so far ahead on what they had done with their partners, or whatever. But it was so adorable and perfect and I wouldn't have had it any other way." - Liza, 21
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Heading Into ACC Tournament, Notre Dame Is Curious Case
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NEW YORK (AP) — In an era of bloated conferences, the first day of most league tournaments is reserved for bottom-of-the-standings teams that are hoping for a longshot championship run to an automatic NCAA Tournament bid, but are usually just playing out the string or angling for the NIT.
At the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament this week, however, the most interesting team in the field might just be the 10th seed.
Notre Dame comes to Brooklyn with an 1<|fim_middle|> the Fighting Irish lost at No. 1 Virginia by five. "We are probably one of the harder ones to analyze. Now, we have to do some work in Brooklyn to put ourselves on the docket. But we're in there. They have to look at us."
The Cavaliers, the unanimous No. 1 team in the latest Top 25 poll, are also the top seed in the ACC tournament after running away with the conference by four games and coming a couple of points short of a perfect league record.
Coach Tony Bennett's team enters the tournament looking to win it for the second time in five seasons and with an NCAA No. 1 seed all but locked up.
Maybe the most intriguing thing about Virginia this week will be the status of guard Kyle Guy, who sprained his left knee in the finale against Notre Dame but told reporters on Monday he expects to play in Brooklyn.
Virginia, second-seeded Duke, third-seeded Miami and fourth-seeded Clemson don't play in Brooklyn until Thursday, having earned a double bye. Duke is also a contender for a No. 1 seed in the NCAAs. The Blue Devils remained at No. 5 in the poll.
Tuesday's opening day triple bill features Notre Dame facing winless Pittsburgh. No. 11 Syracuse, another team on the NCAA bubble, faces 14th-seeded Wake Forest in the nightcap.
Colson broke his foot in late December and missed 15 games. Without him, the Irish went 6-9 with a seven-game losing streak. During that time, point guard Matt Farrell also missed games with an ankle injury.
Notre Dame sits at No. 65 in the RPI and has a 2-8 record against Quadrant 1 teams, with wins against Wichita State in the Maui Invitational and at Syracuse.
Colson had 24 points and 15 rebounds against Virginia.
"Our numbers are good, and one thing I'm very happy that the committee saw today is Bonzie Colson is obviously back," Brey said. "He is back and with him we have a chance, but we need to get going in Brooklyn. I hope we can give them a few more wins so that we are really debated in that room." | 8-10 record (8-10 ACC), but a team that looked as if it could compete with anybody in the country in 16 games (12-4) when preseason All-American Bonzie Colson was healthy enough to play.
What are the Fighting Irish's prospects for an at-large bid to the NCAAs?
"It's an interesting question," Notre Dame coach Mike Brey said Saturday after | 85 |
Canadian Economy and Interest Rates
Bank of Canada's Poloz says stimulative rates needed for temporary soft patch
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Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz says the economy needs a longer lift from stimulative interest rates to overcome domestic and global economic hurdles, though he predicts the country's recent economic weakness will only be temporary.
Poloz, speaking Monday to a business audience in Iqaluit, Nunavut, noted the difficulties related to the late-2018 drop in oil prices, the cooler housing market and ongoing global trade uncertainty. He then argued the data have also shown "many areas of encouraging economic growth."
"Clearly, there are challenges in the Canadian and global economies that we need to manage," Poloz said in his speech to the Baffin Regional Chamber of Commerce.
"But there are clear signs that Canada is adjusting to the challenges."
With increasing concerns about global trade wars and heightened caution from other central banks, markets will scrutinize Poloz's remarks for clues about the path of the bank's key interest rate.
The central bank left its interest rate unchanged last month, saying there was more uncertainty about the timing of future hikes because Canada had entered a soft patch. Unlike the bank's accompanying statement for that announcement, Poloz's address Monday made no reference to future rate hikes.
Canada's surprising economic deceleration in the final three months of 2018 and worries<|fim_middle|> bank, just a guideline.
"How we get there, or when we ever get there, depends on too many things for us to predict."
Source: CBC
Bank of Canada, Bank of Canada Benchmark Rate, Canada Real Estate, Economic Growth, Household Debt, Mortgage Consumers, Mortgage Rates Canada, Mortgages & Real Estate, NonMortgage Debt, Variable Rate Mortgages | about the international outlook have fed market predictions Poloz's next move could, in fact, be a rate cut.
Poloz's optimism Monday about the future could ease speculation the central bank could lower rates.
The economy, he added, has been showing signs of strength. The number of people working in Canada expanded by two per cent over the past 12 months, while wages and exports in services have each grown at a solid pace.
In another positive development, numbers released last Friday showed the economy grew by an unexpectedly strong 0.3 per cent in January.
Poloz remained cautious Monday, noting the "mixed picture" from the data will need to be carefully monitored.
Late last month, recession concerns rose after the yield for Canada's 10-year bonds fell below the rate on bonds maturing in three months. It was Canada's first yield-curve inversion since 2007 — at the start of the financial crisis — and investors see it as a sign a recession could be on the way.
"We're not forecasting a recession," Poloz told a news conference after his speech when asked about the inverted yield curve.
"I respect that historically the inversion of the yield curve has happened at key points — it's not that it causes something, but it seems to be coincident."
He stressed that there are different factors related to the recent, slight inversion compared to what's happened in the past. For example, Poloz said interest rates are much lower today, the stock market is performing well and investors haven't pulled away from corporate debt.
"For all those reasons, I think we are looking at an innocent inversion that's more statistical than indicative of a recession," said Poloz, adding that these inversions may happen more often in the future.
The decision to leave the rate unchanged last month marked the third-straight policy meeting that it stayed at 1.75 per cent. Before the quieter stretch, Poloz had responded to Canada's stronger economic performance with five rate hikes between mid-2017 and last fall.
The next interest-rate announcement is April 24, when the bank will release its latest economic projections.
The bank will also provide an update on its view of the neutral range for interest rates, which is the preferred level when the economy is running at full capacity and when inflation is within its target zone of one to three per cent. The current Bank of Canada estimate is between 2.5 and 3.5 per cent.
Following last month's policy decision, the bank said interest rates will still need to rise over time to return to their neutral range.
Asked Monday whether he expected rates to rise to the neutral level, Poloz said the range isn't a target for the | 549 |
Edgenuity (2015)
Edgenuity, Inc. | Eighth Grade
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The materials reviewed for Grade 8 do not meet the expectations for alignment to the CCSSM. The materials partially met the criterion for Gateway 1: Focus on the Major Work and Coherence. The materials focus on the major work of the grade level and covered all of the Grade 8 standards. The materials fell short in the connection between grade levels in what was previously taught to what will be taught. The materials do not meet the expectations for Gateway 2, Rigor and Mathematical Practices. The materials had conceptual development, procedural skill, and application but not to the extent to help a student master all standards. The content was heavy with procedural skills and did not offer many places for students to explain their thinking or construct a viable argument about mathematics. There was not evidence that shows a meaningful connection between the eight MPs and the standards. The practices were listed but did not enhance instruction or student learning.
Gateway One Details
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 partially meet the quality expectations for alignment to the CCSSM. There are lessons for 150 of the 180 days, requiring the teacher to find supplemental materials to re-teach or practice a particular skill. However, there are no additional materials on the site for practice. Content from prior grades is not identified or related to grade-level work. The lessons do not differentiate for lower ability or advanced learners. Materials do not provide students of varying abilities extensive work with grade-level problems. The material does not identify or relate grade level concepts explicitly to prior grade knowledge. Overall, the instructional materials reviewed do not meet the expectations for alignment to the CCSSM.
Criterion 1a
Materials do not assess topics before the grade level in which the topic should be introduced.
The instructional materials for Grade 8 do not assess any topic from future grades. Unit test questions assess only Grade 8 level content. Likewise the performance assessments only assess Grade 8 content. Overall, instructional materials meet the expectations for focus within assessment.
The instructional material assesses the grade-level content and, if applicable, content from earlier grades. Content from future grades may be introduced but students should not be held accountable on assessments for future expectations.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 meet the expectations for assessing the grade-level content. There is no content from future grades assessed. Overall, the instructional materials assess the grade-level topics
All unit assessments address the content expectations for Grade 8.
Unit test questions address the Grade 8 clusters listed below:
Unit 1: 8F.A, major
Unit 2: 8.EE.B, major and 8.F.B, major
Unit 3: 8.F.B, major and 8.F.A, major
Unit 4: 8.EE.B, major and 8.SP.A, supporting
Unit 5: 8.EE.C, major and 8.F.B, major
Unit 7: 8.EE.B, major
Unit 8: 8.G.A, major
Unit 9: 8.EE.B, major, 8.EE.C, major and 8.G.A, major
Unit 10: 8.EE.A, major
Unit 11: 8.G.B, major and 8.NS.A, supporting
Unit 12: 8.G.C, additional
The performance task assessments addressed only Grade 8 content.
There are four performance tasks for Grade 8. All assess major and supporting clusters.
A Child's Growth and Prosperity 8.EE.B, 8.EE.C and 8.F.A ,all major
Architectural Works & Wonders 8.G.B and 8.EE.A, both major
Business Success 8.EE.C major and 8.SP.A, supporting
Sign Production 8.G.A and 8.EE.C both, major
Criterion 1b
Students and teachers using the materials as designed devote the large majority of class time in each grade K-8 to the major work of the grade.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 are developed so that students and teachers using the materials as designed devote the large majority of class time to the major work of the grade. For example, 83% of the days are suggested for major work of the grade. Also nine of the 12 units are fully designated as major work of the grade. Overall, the instructional materials meet the criteria for the time devoted to the major work of the grade.
Instructional material spends the majority of class time on the major cluster of each grade.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 meet the expectations for spending the majority of class time on the major cluster of each grade. Eighty-three percent (83%) of the days in the program are spent on the major work of the Grade 8. Overall the instructional materials meet the criteria outlined in the CCSSM publisher guidelines for the time for the major work of the grade.
The Grade 8 course does spend the majority of the class time on the major cluster.
The curriculum guide states that there are 150 days of instruction and 125 of those days are spent on major work.
Criterion 1c - 1f
Coherence: Each grade's instructional materials are coherent and consistent with the Standards.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 does not meet the expectations for coherence and consistency with the CCSSM. Given that there are only lessons for 150 of the 180 days, the teacher would need to find supplemental materials to re-teach or practice a particular skill. However, there are no additional materials on the site for practice. Content from prior grades is not identified or related to grade-level work. Throughout, the lessons do not differentiate for lower ability or advanced learners. Overall the Grade 8 material falls short of addressing key aspects of coherence and consistency with the standards.
Supporting content enhances focus and coherence simultaneously by engaging students in the major work of the grade.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 meets the expectations for the supporting content enhancing focus and coherence simultaneously by engaging students in the major work of the grade. The supporting clusters in Units 4 and 11 clearly support the major work of the Grade 8<|fim_middle|> suggestions for follow-up.
Materials provide strategies to help teachers sequence or scaffold lessons so that the content is accessible to all learners.
Materials suggest support, accommodations, and modifications for English Language Learners and other special populations that will support their regular and active participation in learning mathematics (e.g., modifying vocabulary words within word problems).
Materials provide opportunities for advanced students to investigate mathematics content at greater depth.
Digital materials (either included as supplementary to a textbook or as part of a digital curriculum) are web-based and compatible with multiple internet browsers (e.g., Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome, etc.). In addition, materials are "platform neutral" (i.e., are compatible with multiple operating systems such as Windows and Apple and are not proprietary to any single platform) and allow the use of tablets and mobile devices.
Materials can be easily customized for individual learners. i. Digital materials include opportunities for teachers to personalize learning for all students, using adaptive or other technological innovations. ii. Materials can be easily customized for local use. For example, materials may provide a range of lessons to draw from on a topic.
Summary Gateway 1 Criterion 1a Criterion 1b Criterion 1c - 1f Gateway 2 Criterion 2a - 2d Criterion 2e - 2g.iii
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Evidence Guide EdReports-Evidence-Guide-Math-K-8-v1.pdf Review Criteria EdReports-Review-Criteria-Math-K-8-v1.pdf | . Overall, supporting content consistently enhances focus and coherence.
All of the supporting work truly aligns with the major work of the grade.
Unit 4 on bivariate data has students writing equations for trend lines when they are near linear.
Supporting cluster 8.SP promotes the major work 8.EE.5 and 8.F.
All three clusters are working with data in the form of input and output. The data must be graphed on a coordinate plane, and a relationship between the data will be discovered (i.e., will be increasing or decreasing).
Unit 11 spends one lesson on the supporting cluster 8.NS.A, irrational numbers. This connects to the major work, 8.EE.A, working with radicals, as the students are asked to look at non-perfect square roots.
The amount of content designated for one grade level is viable for one school year in order to foster coherence between grades.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 do not meet the expectations for the amount of content designated for one grade level being viable for one school year in order to foster coherence between grades. Edgenuity does not provide any supplementary materials online for the 30 days for which there are no designated lessons. Overall, the amount of appropriate content that is designated for this grade level is viable for 150 days, but not for the full extent of the school year.
The provided materials are appropriate to foster coherence and would be able to be completed in one school calendar year. However, teachers would have to find materials to supplement for more practice.
Materials are consistent with the progressions in the Standards i. Materials develop according to the grade-by-grade progressions in the Standards. If there is content from prior or future grades, that content is clearly identified and related to grade-level work ii. Materials give all students extensive work with grade-level problems iii. Materials relate grade level concepts explicitly to prior knowledge from earlier grades.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 do not meet the expectations for the material to be consistent with the progressions in the standards. Materials rarely identify or relate grade level concepts explicitly from prior grades. Connections are not made with content from future grades. Overall, the instructional materials develop, but do not clearly identify the progressions from prior grades in the standards.
Materials do develop according to the grade-by-grade progressions. Content from prior or future grades is not clearly identified.
Closed caption dialogue for the instruction and summary videos do not mention grade level.
Learning goals for the lessons are not explicitly connected to other lessons.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 do not meet the expectation of providing all students with extensive work with grade-level problems. Overall, the materials do not consistently give students of varying abilities extensive work with grade-level problems.
The lessons do not differentiate for lower achieving or advanced learners.
There is one lesson per learning goal and only one assignment for each lesson.
There is no provision for re-teaching or additional practice for any of the skills.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 do not meet the expectation of relating grade level concepts explicitly to prior knowledge from earlier grades. Overall, materials do not relate grade level concepts explicitly to prior knowledge from earlier grades.
There is nothing in the materials that relates new content to previously taught content.
Closed caption dialogue for the instruction and summary videos do not make references or connections for the teacher or for the student.
All lessons state the learning goal and then continue with instruction for that particular learning goal, without connecting to other lessons across or within units.
Materials foster coherence through connections at a single grade, where appropriate and required by the Standards i. Materials include learning objectives that are visibly shaped by CCSSM cluster headings. ii. Materials include problems and activities that serve to connect two or more clusters in a domain, or two or more domains in a grade, in cases where these connections are natural and important.
The instructional materials reviewed for Grade 8 meet the expectations for fostering coherence through connections at a single grade, where appropriate and required by the standards. Overall, materials include learning objectives that are visibly shaped by CCSSM cluster headings.
The materials do include learning goals that are shaped by the CCSSM cluster headings.
The lesson goals are identified in the narrative of the lesson warm ups.
It is clear that many of the learning goals use language directly from the cluster headings.
Units 2 (Functions) and 5 (Linear Equations) align with 8.F.B and 8.EE.B, both of which are major work clusters of Grade 8.
The instructional materials include problems and activities that serve to connect two or more clusters in a domain. They include problems and activities that connect two or more domains in a grade. Overall the materials foster coherence through connections within Grade 8.
Connections between 2 clusters are made in the materials.
For example, unit 9, lesson 8, connects slope to similar triangles.
Gateway Two Details
The materials from Edgenuity Grade 8 do not meet the expectations for Gateway 2: Rigor and Mathematical Practices. There is an attempt at conceptual development, procedural skill, and application for the standards, but there is not enough practice of any of the three components of rigor. Many of the problems have been asked in a real-world context; however, a student only needs procedural skill to choose the correct answer. Students are rarely asked to demonstrate conceptual development or asked to apply mathematics. Most questions are expected to have one answer without an explanation or are given a script as to how the problem is solved. The instruction tends to only show one way to go about solving a given problem. The eight MPs were listed and said to be in many of the lessons. The lack of true identification within the lesson does not validate that the practice is truly implemented. Many of the titles of the lessons did not match from document to document or were not titled correctly.
*Evidence updated 10/27/15
Rigor and Balance: Each grade's instructional materials reflect the balances in the Standards and help students meet the Standards' rigorous expectations, by helping students develop conceptual understanding, procedural skill and fluency, and application.
The materials reviewed for Grade 8 do not meet the expectations for the criterion of rigor and balance. The programs limits the ability for students to develop a conceptual understanding. They are not provided opportunities to explore concepts with or without manipulatives. Instruction is very procedural in nature with most instruction focused on the steps needed to complete a problem. The problems are set in real-world context, but students use the procedures to solve them and choose a correct answer. There are very limited opportunities for students to explain their thinking and extend their learning.
Attention to conceptual understanding: Materials develop conceptual understanding of key mathematical concepts, especially where called for in specific content standards or cluster headings.
The materials reviewed for Edgenuity Grade 8 partially meet the expectations for developing conceptual understanding of key mathematical concepts. The lessons containing standards 8.EE.5, 8.EE.6, 8.EE.8.A, 8.F.1, 8.G.2 and 8.G.6 were of particular focus. All of these standards require students to understand key concepts.
In Unit 1, 8.EE.5 is listed as the main standard for lessons one and two in the student course map. However, when looking at the Teacher's Curriculum Map in the course documents, the standard is not listed for the unit. The instructional videos for this unit begin with direct procedural instructions on how to create a table. There is not any exploration activity for students to discover the relationship presented in different ways.
The documents for Unit 8 correctly identified the standards for 8.G.A. This unit contains some exploratory lessons with transformations.
The teacher material, called "Common Core Math 8 Curriculum Guide," has a section titled Representation, Tools, and Interactive Models. In Unit 1, Lesson 3 on interpreting graphs provides an interactive slide with a Ferris wheel. The students can start and stop the Ferris wheel, and the computer generates the correct graph. This visual will help develop the concept of a function.
There are only one or two questions for each assignment where students are asked to explain. Once a student starts typing, they are then given a list of appropriate responses and are to check the ones they have included in their response. A student could type anything and then select a correct response. A student's thinking is not challenged, but the student is immediately given an answer to the problem.
Attention to Procedural Skill and Fluency: Materials give attention throughout the year to individual standards that set an expectation of procedural skill and fluency.
The materials reviewed meet the expectation for giving attention to procedural skill and fluency. Overall, the materials give attention throughout the year to individual standards that set an expectation of procedural skill and fluency.
Most of the instruction is delivered in a procedural manner. Instructors provide step-by-step details on how to complete a problem.
The assignments follow a similar pattern as the examples used in the instructional videos. Many of the problems have been written in context; however, the procedure that was taught will be used to answer the question. Procedures will have ample practice opportunities.
Attention to Applications: Materials are designed so that teachers and students spend sufficient time working with engaging applications of the mathematics, without losing focus on the major work of each grade
The materials reviewed partially meet the expectations for giving attention to applications. Overall, the materials reviewed give attention to application, but they lose focus on the major work of the grade.
In the instructional sequences, the teacher walks students through the applications with a step-by-step process.
Many of the problems in each of the sections (warm-up, instruction, assignment, summary, quiz and test) are written with a real-world context. However, most problems are multiple choice and do not require that students fully apply the mathematics involved, or students are led to the solution in a step-by-step manner.
For instance, on slide 11 of the assignment in Linear vs. Nonlinear Functions, students must select all of the situations that depict a linear function. This question does demonstrate mathematics being used in the real world; however, students are not asked to determine how to solve a problem.
There are also open-ended questions in which students must solve a problem in a real-world context and explain their reasoning. Once they select "done," a list of possible correct answers appears. A student does not have the opportunity to revise their thinking. They are immediately lead to the correct response.
Balance: The three aspects of rigor are not always treated together and are not always treated separately. There is a balance of the 3 aspects of rigor within the grade.
The instructional materials reviewed do not meet the expectations for balance. Overall, these online materials are too heavy in procedural understanding for there to be a balance of the three aspects of rigor.
The instructional parts of each lesson in the units are explanations of how to use algorithms and/or a step-by-step process to find an answer. Many times these problems are set in a real world context, and the teacher does link the parts of the worked solutions to the context of the problem.
Students are not expected to wrestle with the underlying reasoning of the mathematics while watching one of the instructional videos because the teacher is walking them through each item from start to finish.
In the assignments, students do have the opportunity to think about applying essential understandings, but more often than not, these are in a multiple choice format, so students do not have to generate their evidence.
Criterion 2e - 2g.iii
The materials reviewed from Edgenuity Grade 8 do not meet expectations for the criterion of Practice-Content Connections. The eight MPs are listed by lesson in the curriculum guide, and they are specifically identified within the lesson. There is limited dialogue between student and teacher as well as student to student. Although the MPs have been identified, their meaning is not always fully attended to, and they are only partially used to put appropriate emphasis on students' mathematical reasoning.
The Standards for Mathematical Practice are identified and used to enrich mathematics content within and throughout each applicable grade.
The instructional materials reviewed partially meet the expectations for identifying the MPs and use them to enrich the content. Overall, the MPs are not always identified correctly and not always used to enrich the mathematics content.
The eight MPs are defined in the Common Core Math 8 Curriculum Guide. The guide fully explains all eight practices and provides a brief summary of how the practice is to be utilized in the said grade.
The Common Core Math 8 Alignment document lists the eight MPs and the title of the lesson where the practice is evident in the instruction. Following is a list of the practices and how many lessons in which they are identified: MP.1, 52 lessons; MP.2, 49 lessons; MP.3, 32 lessons; MP.4, 45 lessons; MP.5, 34 lessons; MP.6, 53 lessons; MP.7, 72 lessons; and MP.8, 20 lessons.
The practices are not mentioned in the instructional video or linked on any slide in the assignment. One would have to determine where each practice is being incorporated into the lesson.
The Student View has a course map for each unit. Under the course map, there is a tab titled State Standards. This is a long list on content standards and mathematics practices. Again, they are not tied to any specific question or part of the lesson.
The standards listed under the course map are sometimes identified incorrectly. For example, in Unit 1, the title "Make Sense of Problems and Persevere through Solving Them" is identified as MP.3. In this same unit, MP.4 an MP.5 are also identified incorrectly.
Materials carefully attend to the full meaning of each practice standard
The instructional materials reviewed partially meet the expectations for carefully attending to the full meaning of each practice standard. Overall, the materials reviewed do not always carefully attend to the full meaning of each practice standard.
The format of this program makes it very difficult for students to reach the full meaning of MP7 and MP8. The heavily procedural instruction and full explanations given by the teachers prior to the assignments do not allow students to make these connections independently.
MP4 is listed in every lesson in the first unit with the exception of "Using Technology to Explore Data." At no point do students choose the representation they will use to model the given situations or produce them independently,
Multiple lessons have more than one practice referenced, and the practice standards are not linked to a particular question or slide. An instructor is not given any guidance as to how to enhance the lesson with the practices.
For example, a lesson titled "Graphing on the Coordinate Plane" is referenced in the curriculum alignment document and cites MP4. When looking through the lesson, there was no place for modeling with mathematics. In addition, there were a few places where students had to explain and critique the reasoning of another, so MP3 could've been cited as it was fully addressed.
Emphasis on Mathematical Reasoning: Materials support the Standards' emphasis on mathematical reasoning by:
Indicator 2g.i
Materials prompt students to construct viable arguments and analyze the arguments of others concerning key grade-level mathematics detailed in the content standards.
The instructional materials reviewed partially meet the expectations for prompting students to construct viable arguments and analyze the arguments of others. Overall, the materials reviewed rarely prompt students to construct viable arguments and analyze the work of others.
Not many questions ask students to explain or justify their answers. This correlates with indicator 2a in the lack of conceptual development questions.
A few questions ask the student to find an error of a model problem. Most of these problems are in multiple-choice format. This does not allow for independent thinking.
Throughout the units there are questions that require students to type in an explanation. Once they submit their answers, a checklist of possible correct responses appears. They are then asked to check the box(es) that match their response. Students do not have the opportunity to share or receive real feedback about their thinking.
Indicator 2g.ii
Materials assist teachers in engaging students in constructing viable arguments and analyzing the arguments of others concerning key grade-level mathematics detailed in the content standards.
The instructional materials reviewed partially meet the expectations for assisting teachers to engage students in constructing viable arguments and analyzing the arguments of others. Overall, the materials reviewed provide some assistance to teachers in engaging the students in constructing viable arguments.
The Common Core Math 8 Curriculum Guide provides a guide for blended instruction. In this section, teachers could find places that would naturally lend to discussions.
The Curriculum Guide also has a section titled "Unit by Unit Discussion Questions." There are two questions per unit listed, as well as instructions, on how to conduct the discussion with multiple students or students who are working individually then interact via a discussion board.
Since the mathematics practices are not identified specifically in the slides, it is difficult for teachers to determine which ones to highlight or mark for students. For example, MP3 is identified in Modeling Real-World Equations. In the assignment, teachers have to make assumptions about which problems engage in MP.3.
On slide eight of the same lesson, an opportunity is provided for students to find an error in another student's thinking about the number of solutions for his equation. Once the student submits their answer, a list of possible answers will appear that they are to select.
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Materials explicitly attend to the specialized language of mathematics.
The instructional materials reviewed partially meet the expectations for attending to the specialized language of mathematics. Overall, the materials reviewed attend to the language of mathematics in a few places.
There is a list of vocabulary needed for the entire course in the curriculum guide.
Many warm-ups introduce the vocabulary for the lesson. They identify green words as academic words that are used in other areas of study. Purple words are identified as domain specific. This color-coding continues throughout the program.
There are few questions in each unit that require written answers due to the format of how students respond. They never have to use precise language. They can type any answer and then select an answer from the provided list that sometimes has the correct usage.
Two examples where the specialized language is not used are slide 6, Assignment, Exploring Systems in the Real World, and slide 10, Assignment, Transformations. This series uses the words "rise over run" repeatedly for a method to find slope (Rate of Change and Introduction to Slope, Exploring Slope, Slope-Intercept Form, Graphing). Systems of Equations, but at no point are students asked to explicitly describe what those terms mean using the number of units between two x or y values.
There is variety in what students are asked to produce. For example, students are asked to produce answers and solutions, but also, in a grade-appropriate way, arguments and explanations, diagrams, mathematical models, etc.
Manipulatives are faithful representations of the mathematical objects they represent and when appropriate are connected to written methods.
The visual design (whether in print or online) is not distracting or chaotic, but supports students in engaging thoughtfully with the subject.
Materials contain a teacher's edition (in print or clearly distinguished/accessible as a teacher's edition in digital materials) that contains full, adult-level explanations and examples of the more advanced mathematics concepts in the lessons so that teachers can improve their own knowledge of the subject, as necessary.
Materials contain a teacher's edition (in print or clearly distinguished/accessible as a teacher's edition in digital materials) that explains the role of the specific grade-level mathematics in the context of the overall mathematics curriculum for kindergarten through grade twelve.
Materials provide a list of lessons in the teacher's edition (in print or clearly distinguished/accessible as a teacher's edition in digital materials), cross-referencing the standards covered and providing an estimated instructional time for each lesson, chapter and unit (i.e., pacing guide).
Materials contain strategies for informing parents or caregivers about the mathematics program and suggestions for how they can help support student progress and achievement.
Materials contain explanations of the instructional approaches of the program and identification of the research-based strategies.
Materials provide strategies for gathering information about students' prior knowledge within and across grade levels.
Materials provide strategies for teachers to identify and address common student errors and misconceptions.
Materials provide opportunities for ongoing review and practice, with feedback, for students in learning both concepts and skills.
Materials offer ongoing formative and summative assessments:
Assessments include aligned rubrics and scoring guidelines that provide sufficient guidance to teachers for interpreting student performance and | 4,177 |
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What's up? :O Maths test! Hafta study. :O English project due!! DX In other words, je suis petite pe busy. Sorry, but I'll try to get Cross My Heart out and WTAT. Thanks for reading. I hope you enjoy this chapter. Sorry I've been away for a while.
Georgia sat in the waiting room. It wasn't as though she actually had to wait. She just wanted to give Nick space. Okay, she wanted some time to think. Okay, Bryce was in there with a large smile and Rachel. She was out here with an enormous frown and no one.
Nick waking up was great. That was a good thing. They'd been waiting for weeks now. This is what they'd been waiting for. Georgia didn't feel that relief she'd wanted so bad to feel. Why? Because the problem of Nick's coma was replaced by the problem of Bryce's outburst. He was smiling today. Oh yeah, sure, he was fine with what happened yesterday. Eventually Georgia came to the conclusion that Nick shouldn't have ever been in a coma. By now she would've been in New York with her college friends, making little money with her artwork and calling Steph weekly.
But no. Her ex-college fling had to bring him rock climbing and Nick had to fall down. Georgia sighed. She didn't want to sound so selfish, even if it is in her own head. She wanted to jump for joy and call the priest over and marry Nick and Steph herself. She wanted to twirl around and dance. Though her thoughts weighed down her shoulders. She didn't feel weightless, she felt like she should sulk and slump.
Georgia looked through the window. Everyone was laughing. Harriette had probably done something terribly cute again. She was sitting in the crook of Nick's arm with a large smile that showed her front tooth missing. Georgia gave a small smile to herself and stood up to join them. Enough of being an outcast, she thought, Toughen up and get in there.
She gathered her bag and thin, blue cardigan and walked into Nick's room. Nick's hair, now she could clearly see, was shaved and stapled. She grimaced even though she knew Nick wouldn't have felt it and was probably on pain meds. He was holding up a card and Steph was standing up, a thin hand covering her embarrassed smile. She caught the last sentence of their conversation that everyone was laughing at.
Nick pointed to the card, "Steph, it's not our ninth anniversary yet. It's only the seventh," he pointed out in deadpan. Everyone<|fim_middle|> attention to Nick and Harriette except for Rachel, Bryce and Steven.
Rachel's gaze wavered between sending out daggers and something Georgia couldn't put her finger on. Bryce's eyes lingered on her with furrowed eyebrows, he opened his mouth as if to say something but then he turned around. Steven was probably the best of all. He had this wide smile that made the corners of his eyes crinkle. He even lifted up a hand from his crossed arms and tinkled his fingers in a wave. Georgia smiled back and stepped in to stand next to him. | laughed and Steph playfully slapped him on the shoulder.
"Shut up, you know I'm not good at maths," she mock pouted.
"I can count to seven!" Harriette said energetically, putting up an open palm and two fingers. She smiled her toothy grin as everyone laughed again and Steph blushed so hard she might have been purple.
Steph looked up from Nick and saw Georgia standing awkwardly in the door way, her bag and and a blue piece of clothing tangled up in her crossed arms. Her face brightened. "Hey! I haven't seen you, like, since yesterday. I thought I saw you come in, I mean, Harriette's here but you didn't say hi. Nick's been missing you," she said, turning away from Georgia and gazed adoringly at Nick again.
Suddenly everyone in the room's eyes were on her and Georgia felt that awkward-new-kid-feeling all over again. Georgia smiled tightly, glancing at everyone's faces. They all turned back to direct their | 215 |
This book employs actor<|fim_middle|> the Gothic and the monstrous in film and media. | -network theory in order to examine how representations of crime are produced for contemporary prime-time television dramas. As a unique examination of the production of contemporary crime television dramas, particularly their writing process, Making Crime Television: Producing Entertaining Representations of Crime for Television Broadcast examines not only the semiotic relations between ideas about crime, but the material conditions under which those meanings are formulated. Using ethnographic and interview data, Anita Lam considers how textual representations of crime are assembled by various people (including writers, directors, technical consultants, and network executives), technologies (screenwriting software and whiteboards), and texts (newspaper articles and rival crime dramas). The emerging analysis does not project but instead concretely examines what and how television writers and producers know about crime, law and policing. An adequate understanding of the representation of crime, it is maintained, cannot be limited to a content analysis that treats the representation as a final product. Rather, a television representation of crime must be seen as the result of a particular assemblage of logics, people, creative ideas, commercial interests, legal requirements, and broadcasting networks. A fascinating investigation into the relationship between television production, crime, and the law, this book is an accessible and well-researched resource for students and scholars of Law, Media, and Criminology.
In a world in which media images of crime and deviance proliferate, where every facet of offending is reflected in a 'vast hall of mirrors', Framing Crime: Cultural Criminology and the Image makes sense of the increasingly blurred line between the real and the virtual. Images of crime and crime control have become almost as 'real' as crime and criminal justice itself. The meaning of both crime and crime control now resides, not solely in the essential – and essentially false – factuality of crime rates or arrest records, but also in the contested processes of symbolic display, cultural interpretation, and representational negotiation. It is essential, then, that criminologists are closely attuned to the various ways in which crime is imagined, constructed and framed within modern society. Framing Crime responds to this demand with a collection of papers aimed at helping the reader to understand the ways in which the contemporary 'story of crime' is constructed and promulgated through the image. It also provides the relevant analytical and research tools to unearth the hidden social and ideological concerns that frequently underpin images of crime, violence and transgression. Framing Crime will be of interest to students and academics in the fields of criminology, crime and the media, and sociology.
Der bekannte Philosoph und Kulturkritiker Slavoj Žižek schließt mit seinem neuen Buch ›Absoluter Gegenstoß. Versuch einer Neubegründung des dialektischen Materialismus‹ an seine umfangreiche Hegel-Neudeutung ›Weniger als Nichts‹ aus dem Jahr 2014 an. Ausgehend von Hegel unternimmt er nichts weniger als eine Neubestimmung des philosophischen Materialismus: In drei Teilen entfaltet er sein Vorhaben, Hegels Begriff des absoluten Gegenstoßes zu einem allgemeinen ontologischen Prinzip zu erheben. Ausgehend von einer kritischen Lektüre Badious und Althussers über eine Auseinandersetzung mit dem Hegel'schen Absoluten skizziert Žižek die Grundzüge einer Ontologie des »den«, des »Weniger-als-nichts«, um eine neue Grundlegung des dialektischen Materialismus zu formulieren. Ein so aufregender wie zentraler Beitrag zur zeitgenössischen Philosophie, mit Witz und Verve vorgetragen.
The Gothic is flourishing not just in Stephen King's novels and Quentin Tarantino's films, but also in the media renderings of phenomena like the O J Simpson case, and in characterizations of terrorism. This collection of essays critically interrogates contemporary visualizations of | 835 |
Interview: Sound Legend Paul Frindle, and a Story Behind the Digital Audio Revolution
Primus Luta - January 29, 2010
Photo (CC-BY) Liz Bustamante.
Ed.: Make no mistake about it: digital sound tech, from mixing to processing, has evolved to a fidelity on par with its analog predecessors and opening possibilities well beyond what they offered. But the making of that evolution wasn't easy, and it was more than a technical challenge. You can thank the creative spirit of people like Paul Frindle. As contributor Primus Luta explains to CDM, his work is about more than just engineering or tools – it's driven by creative, musical energy. -PK
Author's note: I wanted to bring this piece to the CDM audience because, whether we know it or not, if we Create Digital Music, we are indebted to people like Paul Frindle. While this piece is on the technical side, one of the things that I hope readers will pull away is his creative spirit. May Paul inspire you to bring that same energy to the work that you produce in the digital realm. You can read the full interview, with war stories from Virgin Records, Trident Studios, SSL and more at AvantUrb.
In the world of audio, Paul Frindle is a legend. During his tenure at Solid State Logic, he was responsible for the channel electronics of the SSL G Series Console. He was also a part of the team that broke the "damnable black art" of digital conversion. He went on to cofound the (pre-dot=com) startup Oxford Digital Ltd. Their first contract was with Sony (who would eventually take over the company), developing the application design of Sony's flagship digital mixing console. The result of this work was the OXF-R3, to this day regarded as the pinnacle of digital mixing consoles, not only in music, but also in film. Like everything Paul has worked on, as much of a landmark as the OXF-R3 was, it proved to be but merely a stepping stone. Where it was leading, however, could have been much different.
Sony's legendary OXF-R3 console.
"I think there was a fantastic opportunity to revive the large studio concept, by integrating non-linear storage and editing into the OXF-R3," Paul says. "It was already a massively-powerful workstation, wide open [enough] to accept it. This would have been amazingly powerful and creative, and would have knocked underpowered workstations off the map for many years to come, restoring a much-needed differential to the elite studios against the upcoming project studios."
The OXF-R3 has only continued to blur that line in favor of the project studios. Strapped for the kind of clients who could appreciate — let alone could afford — high-end studios, the great studios of their time have faded away one by one. If those studios could have stayed on the leading edge of digital tech, would it have been enough to halt those closures? We may never know. Fortunately for all studio buffs, high-end and project alike, there was another avenue of exploration left for Paul that would give his work the broadest audience to date.
"The design of the OXF-R3 was amazingly ahead of time. It was a great big, highly flexible processor with a whole load of software running on it, which was restricted and presented on a panel just for conformity and convenience. It was already 'software in a box'. It could even be controlled remotely. All of the design systems and debugging tools I was using on it consisted of on-screen GUIs." This was a dramatic, yet understated shift from the way technical engineers had previously worked. It was a physical product, but the brains of it was moving into the virtual space.
"I was warning that the OXF-R3 product concept was obsolete even before we finished it. The large digital tape recorder was nothing more than a very costly and highly delicate 'bit bucket' organised like an analogue machine. With the meteoric rise in performance of digital technology, it was fairly easy to envisage a time when a unit bought for £1000 would be capable of doing a large chuck of what a mixer needed. In the near future, we would be able to make art without all this paraphernalia, at a miniscule fraction of the cost. I was far more excited about this than doggedly hanging onto established formats and design constraints."
Paul's work for Sony Oxford was a new high water mark for digital audio processing in software.
Not one to let this excitement lay dormant, Paul and a few others started their own pursuit. "The plug-ins project was initially hatched from humble beginnings, almost by us working in our spare time and at nights. My colleague actually did the first proof of concept EQ plug-in over the Christmas break and it all grew from that.
"What people needed most were high-quality, refined and indispensable applications; the EQ and Dynamics were adapted to provide that. Making them identical to the OXF-R3 applications was a link to our existing reputation. Of course running these in 48bits for TDM or double float in RTAS actually provided better performance than was available in the OXF-R3 32-bit, fixed-point environment. And it has to be said that we ironed out a few bugs along the way too, so these were actually better than the applications in the large format console."
For users, this resulted in what are still being called the best equalizer and dynamics processing plug-ins on the market. For Sony, however, the greatest deliverable was the system they built to create both the OXF-R3 and the plugins. "It was a complete hierarchical graphic design system running on a specially-designed processor, which allowed real-time interaction and analysis of the action for almost every instruction in your processing design!" If this description sounds familiar, it is because what Paul is describing is a modular environment for signal processing, much like tools like Max/MSP, AudioMulch and Plogue Bidule.
"Not only did it allow engineers without formal programming skills to build highly complex applications, it also very crucially allowed us to experiment freely and actually listen to what was happening in real time! It was this system that enabled me to delve so deeply into what we could hear and why, exploit that knowledge and realise the applications for the OXF-R3 console and subsequently the Sony Oxford plug-ins. Quite simply, I was able to 'play around' with all sorts of wacky processing models to get the behaviour that matched the all-important sounds in my head."
This freedom of experimentation allowed Paul to move from traditional audio utilities like EQ's and dynamics processors into more creative arenas. "The Transmod was something that I have always wanted since the mid-1970s, and over the decades had tried on several occasions to make out of analogue technology. But it was doomed to failure because of the relatively poor accuracy and stability of [analogue] components. During a lunchtime, I knocked up a digital version of my old idea as proof of concept, and it just worked!
"The<|fim_middle|> thing'. I want to understand it and use that understanding to produce new stuff, which is truly creative and actually advances our art. We should be carrying the past forward with us in a continuous process of advancement, not writing it off to history, or reverting to it in a religious search for past success."
Speaking with Paul, his mind is so focused on the present or even the future, it's easy to forget his historical relevance. Working dilligently to realize the 'sounds in his head' and put them out into the world, he is not only an inspiration for the work he produces, but for the creative ethic it exemplifies.
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MASSIVE X synth arrives; here's what makes it special | Inflator came about because I received a late night call from a friend who had been doing high-profile sessions in L.A. with Eric Clapton and BB King. He had slogged away for months doing recordings and mixes, but had been beaten into production by another engineer who managed to make it louder. He wanted to know if there was anything he could possibly do to make it louder without wrecking the sound completely. I was reminded that I had to make my first transistor power amp design in 1970 twice as powerful as the previous tube amp design to get the same volume and impact. All I had to do was to apply all this old knowledge into a digital process and the same effect would be available. I used a combination of math packages and the OX-R3 design system to experiment and extract the salient details of what made the tube amp louder. This was definitely a walk on the wild side, since for the first time in this employment I was making something whose sole purpose was to generate a heap of distortion!"
After leaving Sony Oxford, Paul set out on his own again to further explore the creative possibilities opening up through digital audio. The result is his latest venture Pro Audio DSP. "This initiative was conceived as a way of getting this stuff done without too much interference from marketing executives and sales infrastructures."
The first product is the Dynamic Spectrum Mapper plugin. "It was yet another object I had always wanted to have, but the idea was given greater urgency from listening to what people were trying to achieve in their productions using greater amounts of compression, the kinds of character they were trying to produce, and the difficulties they were battling with along the way. This, and a deep personal dislike for the artefacts produced in conventional multi-band designs, gave impetus for the design of the DSM. Digital processing seemed to provide the possibility of actually making it at last.
Dynamic Spectrum Mapper introduction from Paul Frindle on Vimeo.
"I am particularly pleased with the DSM because it's exactly the sort of thing I want to bring to the marketplace – serious processes that have groundbreaking practical purpose and facility. They are, at the same time, artistically capable and great fun! Such things excite me because they bring genuinely new capabilities and artistic power to the production process."
If there is a theme to be found throughout Paul's career it is a continuous effort to push forward this idea of the technology as art.: "I don't want to waste the rich experience of the past in some manic push for 'newness,'" says Paul. "Neither do I want to simply try and blindly copy what was there, in the hope that it does the same 'kind of | 538 |
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I guess vanity! I wanted to look a certain way. I'd<|fim_middle|>'ll thank yourself you did. | see people like Ryan Reynolds on movies and I'd read mens health a lot during my teens, I guess I wanted to look like those guys!
I've won 2 titles. UKBFF North East and UKBFF East Midlands. I've also managed a 6th and a 4th place at the UKBFF British Finals.
That first 1st place trophy. What started as a hobby turned into something much more serious, so to be awarded that 1st place for the first time is incredible.
Shoulders, because they're sooo weak.
Off season I'll sit somewhere around 15 stone.
I last stepped on stage at exactly 14st. But I've been a couple of pounds either side of that. Men's physique isn't categorised by weight so I don't need to worry about it too much.
Protein off season is somewhere between 220-250, carbs anywhere around 330-350.
To be honest most days. But that's not because I have to, it's because I enjoy it. I train on a weekday because it's my time to myself and time to de-stress, and I train on a weekend because I meet my mates to train. So I do some form of exercise most days. I genuinely love to exercise. But that said, I do listen to my body and have no problem having days off when I need them.
My protein will sit a little higher, about 1.4g per lb of body weight. So around 270-280g. Carbs sit around 220-240 depending on how lean I am going into my prep.
The mental struggle! Thinking you've got excess fat, you're not going to be ready, you're too small, everyone's better than you, the list goes on. When you've been in a calorie deficit for a prolonged period, the mind plays crazy tricks on you!
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LA Whey is an absolute staple! It goes in my oats every morning. I also use BCAAs during training both in the morning and on an evening. I keep a tub of LA Muscle Possessed in the bag for those real struggle days, and I use an L-carnitine supplement. So not a hugely excessive supplement stack. Just what I need and nothing more.
I'm a real 'you only live once' type of person. I tend to do whatever will make me and my friends and family happy at this very moment in time! Travel lots, eat good food, make great memories and laugh a lot! Sounds cheesy but you can't take life too serious and it flies by!
The Power Of Positive Thinking - by Norman Vincent Peale. Read it and you'll see why!
I'm not sure it was any one person. I think it was more that I just love the fitness industry, and feel like I could have something great to offer it.
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More on the Boomer Housing Market
Adding to the information from RAB on senior housing – it seems that buyers over 55 are the hottest segment of the housing market. In fact, one builder says that "this is the housing segment that's going to lead us out of recession". And as with everything else the Boomers have done, they're going to do retirement on their own terms. They're not interested in the
sprawling retirement communities with multiple golf courses and clubhouses. Instead, they're looking for age-restricted properties in the suburbs centered around a fitness-oriented lifestyle. They're not interested in downsizing, either. They have lots of stuff, and they want their big houses in retirement, too.
(Personally, I'll be looking for a one-story, 2500+ square feet, in a nice neighborhood, preferably with a porch…!)
Hope this results in some good conversations with your realtors!
Builders Hope to Lure Boomers and Seniors as Home Values Rebound
From RAB's "Radio Sales Today" 2/19/13
Seniors who have been itching to trade the old home place for some new digs may get the chance now that the housing market is recovering.
At least that's what builders hope.
They are ready to build a new generation of housing aimed at seniors and aging baby boomers -- not the huge retirement golf course developments of yesteryear, but smaller, age-restricted suburban subdivisions. During the economic crash, many of these potential buyers put their plans on hold when their houses wouldn't sell or they lost equity. But with housing values on the rebound, homebuilders are sharpening their marketing efforts aimed at buyers over 55.
"We think this is the housing segment that is going to lead us out of recession," Don Whyte, a Utah builder, said recently at the housing industry's annual meeting in Las Vegas. "We are seeing the traffic from these buyers is up, and shoppers are coming around looking at houses again," he said.
The National Association of Home Builders is predicting an almost 25 percent increase in home starts this year for properties targeted at 55-plus buyers. And next year, construction for this market will jump almost a third. "This is a growing share of the market, just in terms of the underlying demographics," said Paul Emrath, an economics researcher with the builders
association. Currently, about 42 percent of U.S. households are made up of 55-plus residents. By 2020, that number is forecast to grow to almost 47 percent.
Equity returns
John Sheleimer, a housing researcher from Northern California, said there are 79 million U.S. baby boomers and almost 80 percent already own a home. "We are the wealthiest consumer segment in the housing market," Sheleimer said. "We have money to buy homes if we can sell our home at what we think it is worth, and that is also improving. We are starting to see the home equities come back," he said. "We are starting to see people feel they can sell their home and move equity to buy a
new home."
Home starts for 55-plus buyers should total about 150,000 units this year, the builders predict. The recession froze sales of homes to seniors in many areas of the country, builders and economists say, and there is pent-up demand. "We have had a delay of several years where boomers and seniors didn't move," said Bob Karen, a Maryland builder. "In our sales offices, we now see an absolute change in this consumer's behavior. They are coming in with lots more optimism and not as depressed about selling the homes they have," Karen said.
Now that older buyers are thinking about moving again, builders are trying to figure out what type of housing they want. New research shows that most still want to live in the 'burbs, with few opting for central city locations.
Different priorities
But they are less interested in the huge "retirement" communities that were developed in past decades. "The days of the mega master-planned community with four clubhouses and 27 golf courses are dead," said Sheleimer. Instead, the 55-plus buyers are looking at smaller age-restricted subdivisions close to traditional housing. Most of those buyers also aren't
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Our audience has the disposable income to pay for many of these services, but the staggering cost of geriatric care can quickly exhaust resources. Even though the policies now differ from the original ones, long term care (LTC)
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This is a rich field both for on-air and online underwriting potential. An informational web page covering senior issues would be very useful for your audience. A directory of services and online ads offer even more opportunities for revenue. | to 1,500-square-foot or 1,200-square-foot homes," he said. "We have lots of stuff."
While aging buyers may not want golf courses, that doesn't mean they aren't interested in community amenities. Developers are building walking trails, fitness centers, swimming pools and clubhouses in most of the successful projects.
"The exterior amenities are just as important as the interior," said Andrew Wong of Pulte Homes, one of the country's largest builders of homes for 55-plus buyers. Wong said Pulte's homes aimed at boomers and seniors are as large as 3,000 square feet. "These buyers might still be working, or they could be retired," he said.
(Source: The Dallas Morning News, 01/31/13)
UW Potential: Senior Living
An interesting article from today's RAB's daily enewsletter. http://www.rab.com/public/rst/article.cfm?article=1&id=2600
Public radio listeners are prime candidates for these services – both in pre-planning for ourselves (younger Boomers and older Xers) and in helping our parents as they age. The responsibility for paying for living expenses as we age is solely on us. Health insurance and/or Medicare does not pay for skilled nursing or custodial care – unless there is physical therapy, IV or wound care involved. At $248 per day on average, that's $90,520 per year. Cash.
This article covers a wide variety of underwriting potential clients: assisted living, nursing homes, adult daycare, aging in place, senior independent living, hospice, respite care, | 351 |
After playing through scores of games over years and years, it's easy for any well-intentioned reviewer to find<|fim_middle|>0, PlayStation 3
Bob Hoose | himself expecting the same old same old in certain categories. And that's especially true when it comes to shooter titles. Lots of chaos, cacophony and concussions usually fill the trigger-pulling bill. But it seems that even in this usually M-rated genre something totally unexpected can show up on occasion.
The storyline that begins the E10+ "shooter" Child of Eden is vague but beckoning. It's centuries in the future—a time when mankind has not only ventured into the universe beyond our planet but also turned the Internet back home into a repository for all human knowledge. Our descendants have dubbed this expanded and enhanced Web Eden. And taking a cue from that moniker of life's beginnings, they've initiated an experiment to piece together certain bits of memories and data, virtually re-creating a young woman named Lumi, the first girl ever born in space.
The opening video shows us this pretty teenager as she awakes, raven-haired and gossamer-clad, on the ground in a flowery paradise. But just as she's beginning to realize the beauty of her surroundings, things start melting away around her. A virus of unknown origin has infiltrated the network, and it's our job to cleanse the infection before it corrupts Eden's archives—and young Lumi's memory data is lost forever.
A Shooter of Another Color
Other than occasional glimpses of a reconstructed Lumi as we progress, that's pretty much all the story we get. The rest of the game is made up of five increasingly difficult levels set in a swirling Internet. Action focuses on viral enemies that must be blasted and purified. Each level has its own visual motif that ranges from flying through a revolving matrix of colorful squares to skimming over azure lakes to swimming through what looks like the cellular innards of a human body.
To be honest, the makeup of Eden's sumptuous whirling visuals and sounds is pretty hard to describe. Much easier is a hesitant comparison: This on-rails shooter is reminiscent of the very old-school alien-blasting arcade favorite Galaga—only unhinged and set to spinning about in a vortex of psychedelic, sensory-overloading modern art.
The virus enemies run the gamut from incandescent amebas to butterflies to a whale that transforms into a phoenix. And all of it is accompanied by a techno-pop music track which you can use to boost your score when multiple enemies are locked on and blasted in time with the beat.
The shooting mechanism is simple—essentially involving one of your controller's analog sticks, a button and a trigger. There are no bullets or cannon blasts, by the way. The shots are delivered in more of a series of light flashes. And when you play the game with the hands-free Kinect, well, you don't press any buttons or pull any triggers at all.
Wave of the Future
The Kinect sensors track your hand movements, and a sweeping right-hand motion locks a reticle on the quickly twirling enemies. A flick of your wrist releases the shot. Waving your left hand controls a less powerful rapid-fire shooter. And when the scores of foes become overwhelming, both hands raised clears the scene for a short period. With that organic soundtrack I mentioned earlier pumping in the background, Kinect play looks and feels something like a blend between conducting an orchestra and going for the burn in an upper-body aerobics class.
I should point out that this is a game you either love or hate. Using our own office as a microcosm, I can tell you that when I handed the game off to a couple of colleagues, one became engrossed while another found it painfully boring. And that dichotomy held true with other reviewers. I read one who gushed that this was "a momentary masterpiece," while another called it a "woefully undercooked shooter." One thing's for sure: In a genre full of M-rated meanness and messiness, Child of Eden is a pleasantly unique creation.
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The talented Devon-based musician Matthew North plays his first Exmouth show for many years, at The Bicton Inn on Saturday, February 23.
He has been guitarist for the jazz legend Mike Westbrook for the last five years, and his local show comes soon after their latest sold-out performance at Ronnie Scott's in London.
At The Bicton Inn he will be playing mainly his own songs, along with a few from bands he has been in, including Secrets for September and All Living Fear. He<|fim_middle|> strident rock, with classic covers and original songs. | also covers material from musicians he knows personally, such as Tom Bailey from Thompson Twins, and Arthur Brown.
Matthew describes his music as acoustic rock with folk overtones. When performing as a solo artist, he plays looped guitar and bass pedals, giving a full band sound from one live musician.
Matthew performs regularly around Devon and further afield, but it is his first show at The Bicton Inn.
He will play from 5pm until 7pm.
The week before Matthew's show sees plenty of other music at The Bicton Inn. On Saturday, February 16 at 5pm, the duo Bolynue will play their own highly original interpretations of popular folk and pop ballads, as well as some of their own material.
On Sunday 17, Skylark will present uplifting arrangements of blues, Irish, bluegrass, oldl-time American and contemporary songs, with two part harmony singing, fiddle, flute, mandolin, guitar and percussion.. They regularly perform live on local radio and have gone down a storm at music festivals throughout the South West.
On Thursday 21 it is Becky Brooks's Folk and Indie Open Night, an opportunity for anyone to come along and sing or play. No booking is needed and all abilities are welcome.
Friday 22 is Ladies' Night, an evening showcasing some of East Devon's talented female artists. The programme is yet to be announced, but it will include everything from gentle folk to | 296 |
A unique theatre experience is coming to Stoke-on-Trent.
Roundabout, the world's first pop up, plug in and play theatre, is coming to the City Centre this October.
As part of the city-wide Appetite arts programme, Roundabout will present four acclaimed plays for adults and children between October 15 and October 18.
Roundabout is a real theatre which can be collapsed into a huge flat pack and transported around the UK.
It will pop up in Albion Square to showcase new plays by outstanding writers.
There will be four plays to enjoy with performances between Thursday, October 15 and Sunday, October 18.
Every Brilliant Thing, by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, acclaimed by the Guardian newspaper as "Heart-wrenching, hilarious…possibly one of the funniest plays you'll ever see." Performance on Oct 15, 7.30pm.
Our Teacher's A Troll,<|fim_middle|>millan, a play about a couple deciding whether to have a child which was singled out as "the most beautiful, shattering play of the year" by the Daily Express. Performances: Oct 16 and 17 (7.30pm); Oct 18 (6.30pm and followed by a post-show talk).
The Human Ear, by award winning writer Alexandra Wood, an intriguing thriller and dramatic tale of loss, renewal and knowing who to trust. Performance on Oct 18, at 4.30pm.
Roundabout also features a performance by the Jake Leg Lug Band. A four piece band, Jake Leg Lug are the authentic sound of 1920s and 30s America, featuring jazz, blues, gospel and ragtime, packed into songs of murder, betrayal, gambling, liquor and redemption.
Their concert performance on Friday, October 16 at 9.30pm, will be followed by an appearance from social artist and writer Dan Thompson on Saturday 17 October (4:30pm), who will present a reading from All About The Road, his book on London Road, Stoke, written following a 12 month residency in the Potteries.
Tickets for each Roundabout event cost £5 (£3.50 concessions).
To find out more and to book tickets online for the Roundabout season please visit http://www.appetitestoke.co.uk/whatson. For group booking discounts (for groups of six or more people) please call 01782 454404. | by Dennis Kelly, writer of West End hit Matilda the Musical, suitable for children aged 7 and over, and described as "comic perfection" by the Times. Performances: Oct 16 (1pm); Oct 17 (10.30am and 1pm); Oct 18 (1pm).
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Frequently Asked Questions: Windows 10
Windows 10 was launched on July 29th 2015. This unofficial FAQ is intended to provide details and clarification about Windows 10. Windows 10 includes a streamlined user interface that spans Desktop and Mobile devices in addition to the company's popular gaming console, the XBOX One. Microsoft also revealed new projects such as a next generation web browser called Edge, virtual reality technology Windows HoloLens, collaboration solution called Surface Hub, support for IoT solutions such as Rasphberry PI and availability.
UPDATE: If you are still running an older version of Windows, such as Windows 7, Windows 8.0 or Windows 8.1, you can still get Windows 10 for free, learn how:
Can You Still Get Windows 10 for Free? Yes! Here's How - groovyPost
Details Please be sure to follow me on Twitter @adacosta for the latest tips, tricks and updates in the world of Windows 10. -
UPDATE: Due to the length of this article, navigating and finding the information you need might be tedious. Utilize the search command (normally Control + F) in your favorite web browser to find the appropriate answer.
UPDATE: If you recently upgraded to the Windows 10 Anniversary Update or you are experiencing trouble getting the upgrade to install, be sure to check out the following article for Questions, Issues and Answers:
Windows 10 Anniversary Update: Questions, Issues and Answers
UPDATE: For the latest information about the Windows 10 Anniversary Update, please review the latest FAQ.
Frequently Asked Questions Windows 10 Anniversary Edition version 1607
Be sure to review PART 2 - Frequently Asked Questions: Windows 10 - PART 2
What is Windows 10?
Windows 10 is the name for Microsoft's next generation client operating system.
What happened to Windows 9?
There was never a Windows 9, Microsoft skipped this number and went to 10 instead. Company officials decided to choose 10 because they believe this release is a 'Perfect 10' and to also signify this is the last major release of Windows. There will still be revisions of Windows 10 called Feature Updates, just don't expect there to be a Windows 11, Windows 12 etc. Initially revealed at BUILD 2014 as a minor update called 'Threshold', Windows 10 was originally intended be a minor Update 2 for Windows 8.1. Somewhere along the way, plans changed and the operating system evolved into the major revision we have today.
When will Windows 10 officially become available?
Microsoft launched Windows 10 world wide on July 29th 2015 at 12 AM EST. This is what Microsoft Program Manager for Windows, Terry Myerson had to say:
We continue to make great development progress and shared today that Windows 10 will be available this summer in 190 countries and 111 languages.
Source: http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwindows/2015/03/17/windows-10-launching-this-summer-in-190-countries-and-111-languages/#comment-21091
Source: http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwindows/2015/06/01/hello-world-windows-10-available-on-july-29/
What is the build number of the public release?
Build 10240
Build 15063 current
How do I know which build of Windows 10 I have installed?
Resource: How to Verify If You Downloaded or Installed the Latest Version Windows 10
Is build 10240 of Windows 10 made available July 29th 2015 recommended for everyday use?
The Windows 10 (which was made available to the general public on July 29th 2015) is a complete copy of the software that is designated as ready and fit for use in production environments. To reach this milestone, a particular build has to go through a series of thorough regression test and optimizations to reach a level of quality satisfactory for production. Unlike pre-release builds of Windows 10 the Windows 10 available today does not expire.
Please note, 10240 has been succeeded by newer Feature Updates.
What does RTM mean?
RTM means Release to Manufacturing; which is a milestone in software development. Not specifically relevant to Windows 10, but symbolically in the past, it determined when a build is ready for production environments where it can be deployed and be used for everyday computing and preloaded on new computers.
Does Windows 10 require a Touch Screen?
No, Windows 10 works just fine with mouse and keyboard. If you have a standard LCD or CRT monitor, it works just fine with that too.
Is the Start Screen still available in Windows 10?
See: How to: enable the Start screen in Windows 10
Have the touch features been removed from Windows 10?
No, they are there for devices that support it.
Will I need to be connected to the Internet in order to use Windows 10?
Windows 10 does not require an active Internet connection for everyday use. It works just fine offline and you can do everything you would normally do in Windows 7 or earlier.
I have multiple computers, do I have to download Windows 10 on each computer?
You can download a .ISO file and upgrade each computer offline.
How to: upgrade from previous versions of Windows using Windows 10 ISO file
Please note,you can use the Media Creation Tool to create bootable media that can upgrade different versions, editions and architectures of Windows. This will require a USB thumb drive with at least 16 GBs of space.
What are the editions of Windows 10 available?
Version - Windows 7, Windows 8
Edition - Home Premium, Profesional, Pro
Architecture - 32 bit, 64 bit
Click HERE to download official ISO media for Windows 10 from Microsoft.
I downloaded the .ISO file but I am being prompted to enter a product key when I start setup.
Please note: The copy of Windows 10 you download must correspond with the edition of Windows you are upgrading from:
Windows 7 Starter, Home Basic, Home Premium, Windows 8.0 Core, Windows 8.1 Core must use a Windows 10 Home ISO
Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 8.0 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro must use a Windows 10 Pro ISO
Your currently installed copy of Windows must be activated. If its not, you will be prompted to enter a product key.
If you are using Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8.0 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise editions, you won't be able to do this unless you have access to a volume license program.
Does Windows 10 support Windows Server 2003 Domains?
I am currently dual booting Windows and Linux; will the upgrade to Windows 10 affect my Linux installation?
Learn more: How to: Upgrade a dual boot installation of Windows and Linux to Windows 10 - Part 1
I am on a slow connection, what options do I have?
See: How to: Upgrade to Windows 10 if you are on a slow or metered Internet connection?
I don't have a reliable Internet connection, suppose my computer is disconnected from the Internet during the download?
You will have to start the download again if you are downloading from Windows Update or you will need to redownload the ISO file.
How do I troubleshoot Windows 10 installation messages?
How to: Troubleshoot common Setup and Stop Errors during Windows 10 Installation
Will I have the option of choosing a different drive or partition where I want the upgrade installed?
With the full version of Windows 10, yes, you can perform a custom install by choosing which partition or drive you would like to install it on it on.
Learn more: How to: Perform a custom installation of Windows
I am dual booting with another edition of Windows, will upgrading affect the other installation?
No, it will not affect the other operating system, only the version of Windows from which the upgrade is initiated will be replaced.
Will upgrading to Windows 10 affect other drives or partitions or files in those partitions in my computer?
No, only the drive where the upgrade is initiated from will be affected. You can always disconnect non-system drives as a precaution.
I want to dual boot instead of replace my current version of Windows.
If you need to install Windows 10 on a separate hard disk or partition, you will need to purchase a full license.
Retail pricing information:
Edition Pricing
Windows 10 Home US $119
Windows 10 Pro US $199
Windows 10 Pro Pack US $99
Please note the Windows 10 Pro Pack can only be used to upgrade Windows 10 Home.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/windows-10-faq
I want to try Windows 10 out before upgrading or buying it:
You can download the Windows 10 Enterprise 90 day trial.
You can also setup Windows 10 in a Virtual Machine if your computer is powerful enough.
How to: install the latest Windows 10 Build in Oracle VirtualBox
How to setup a virtual machine using Hyper-V
Resource: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/evaluate-windows-10-enterprise
How to: setup a dual boot configuration with Windows 10 and previous versions of Windows
I want to switch from my currently installed architecture when migrating to Windows 10. Do I have that option with the free upgrade offer?
How to: Switch from 32 bit versions of Windows to Windows 10 64 bit
Which edition of Windows 10 will be installed?
When you upgrade, you'll stay on like-to-like editions of Windows. For example, Windows 7 Home Premium will upgrade to Windows 10 Home.
From Edition
To Edition
Windows 7 Starter Windows 10 Home
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Professional Windows 10 Pro
Windows Phone 8.15 Windows 10 Mobile
Windows 8.14 Windows 10 Home
Windows 8.1 Pro Windows 10 Pro
Windows 8.1 Pro for Students
"N" and "KN" editions follow the upgrade path of the parent edition (e.g., Windows 7 Professional N upgrades to Windows 10 Pro N).
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-faq
Will my Antivirus be compatible with Windows 10?
Most likely not. Windows 10 will require that you have a version of your Antivirus or other security software that is designed for Windows 10. It is recommended that you uninstall your current Antivirus before intiating the upgrade. If you have a subscription that has not expired, contact the developer to find out about Windows 10 support. Most Antivirus utilities should be upgraded by the time Windows 10 launches. If your subscription is still active, then you should be entitled to a compatible update for Windows 10.
How to enable and use the built in Windows Defender for Antivirus Protection in Windows 10
Can I choose a different language during the upgrade?
Cross language upgrades are not supported, the free upgrade will be installed in your local language.
In fact, you should uninstall any language packs before upgrading. For example, if the default language your copy of Windows 7 Ultimate was installed in is French and you added a English Language Pack; you will need to install a language pack for English after setup is complete if you are upgraded to Windows 10 Pro. If you have Windows 10 Home installed you will need to install the Windows 10 Pro Pack ($99) using Easy Upgrade then download the English Language Pack.
Learn more: How to Install and Change Languages in Windows 10 - groovyPost
Which languages will Windows 10 be available in?
Arabic (Saudi Arabia), Bulgarian (Bulgaria), Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Hong Kong), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Croatian (Croatia), Czech (Czech Republic), Danish (Denmark), Dutch (Netherlands), English (United Kingdom), English (United States), Estonian (Estonia), Finnish (Finland), French (France), French (Canada), German (Germany), Greek (Greece), Hebrew (Israel), Hungarian (Hungary), Italian (Italy), Japanese (Japan), Korean (Korea), Latvian (Latvia), Lithuanian (Lithuania), Norwegian, Bokmål (Norway), Polish (Poland), Portuguese (Brazil), Portuguese (Portugal), Romanian (Romania), Russian (Russia), Serbian (Latin, Serbia), Slovak (Slovakia), Slovenian (Slovenia), Spanish (Spain, International Sort), Spanish (Mexico), Swedish (Sweden), Thai (Thailand), Turkish (Turkey), Ukrainian (Ukraine)
Additional languages available as Language Interface Packs
http://www.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/windows-10-specifications
I heard that Windows 10 will work on my phone?
Not just any phone. Windows 10 will be available to existing smartphones running Windows Phone 8.1.
Is there a list of supported phones?
http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwindows/2015/03/27/a-quick-update-on-windows-10-builds-for-phones-for-windows-insiders/
So there is not going to be a separate Windows 10?
No, just Windows 10, whether its a Tablet, PC, Phone.
How will I get the update on my phone?
Do Windows Phone devices qualify for this free upgrade?
Yes. We are working with Windows Phone 8.1 partners to make the Windows 10 upgrade available to most phones later this year.****
Does Windows 10 require product activation?
Yes, you will need to activate Windows 10.
Learn more: How to activate the latest Windows 10 build
What are some of the new improvements in Windows 10?
Customizable Start menu.
Refreshed icons and graphics
Integration with Microsoft's digital assistant - Cortana, can be used for finding and retrieving information on the Internet and your PC, such as files. You can also use it to control applications such as the Music Player, prepare an email message or track a package.
Task View for managing applications using multiple desktops.
Modern apps can now be windowed and behave just like desktop apps.
Notification Center for centralized management of notifications and quick access to PC settings.
Universal applications that work not only on your Windows 10 PC, but also your mobile phone running Windows 10 and also XBOX One.
XBOX App for Streaming of live games to a PC or Tablet
Touch optimized Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote and PowerPoint). Providing the power of Office on devices with touch support. Users can edit, prepare documents, spreadsheets and presentations with full document fidelity regardless of device.
Continuum Mode - if you own a 2 in 1 form factor that works both as a laptop and tablet, you can easily let Windows 10 decide the best environment for you. Once detached into Tablet mode for instance, you can work in a more touch optimized user interface. Users will also be able to remotely use Windows 10 Mobile apps on their Windows PCs.
Microsoft Edge - Windows 10 will include a next generation web browser called Edge that support advances in Windows 10 such as Cortana for finding information on the web, Annotation, PDF support, superior reading experience.
Music and playlist integration in OneDrive.
Unified messaging using Skype Integration
Windows Hello and Passport for personalized authentication without the use of passwords.
Device Guard for protecting devices against malicious applications.
Support for media formats such as FLAC and MKV
Which features will be removed when I upgrade from a previous version of Windows?
Feature deprecation section
If you have Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 8 Pro with Media Center, or Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center and you install Windows 10, Windows Media Center will be removed.
Watching DVDs requires separate playback software
Windows 7 desktop gadgets will be removed as part of installing Windows 10.
Windows 10 Home users will have updates from Windows Update automatically available. Windows 10 Pro and Windows 10 Enterprise users will have the ability to defer updates.
Solitaire, Minesweeper, and Hearts Games that come pre-installed on Windows 7 will be removed as part of installing the Windows 10 upgrade. Microsoft has released our version of Solitaire and Minesweeper called the "Microsoft Solitaire Collection" and "Microsoft Minesweeper."
If you have a USB floppy drive, you will need to download the latest driver from Windows Update or from the manufacturer's website.
If you have Windows Live Essentials installed on your system, the OneDrive application is removed and replaced with the inbox version of OneDrive.
Windows Virtual PC with Windows XP Mode
Is Media Center supported in Windows 10?
No. Persons who need to use Media Center should consider carefully before upgrading from their previous version of Windows. The Windows 10 upgrade will automatically remove any installations of Media Center.
So what are the alternatives if I need Media Center?
Your best option is to continue running your existing version of Windows with Media Center.
Windows 7 editions that include Media Center will continue to be supported until January 2020.
Windows 8 Pro with Media Center will continue to be supported until January 2023.
Will Windows Media Center be available in Windows 10?
Windows Media Center is not part of Windows 10 and won't be available after upgrading to Windows 10. If you use Windows Media Center, we will alert you during upgrade that Windows Media Center is not available on Windows 10. We know that some users use Windows Media Center to play DVDs, and we are providing a free DVD playback app in Windows 10 for Windows Media Center users.
Source: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-faq
Are there any alternatives to Windows Media Center?
If you need the PVR (personal video recorder) features in Windows Media Center, then Media Portal is one alternative. If you just want a simple video player, I like MPC-HC (Media Player Classic – Home Cinema), but VLC will do the job. All three are open source and free.
http://www.theguardian.com/technology/askjack/2015/jun/25/microsoft-windows-10-free-upgrade-7-questions-answered
Is Windows Live Mail versions 2009, 2011, 2012 compatible with Windows 10?
Please note, Microsoft will be removing support for Windows Essentials in January of 2017.
Learn more: https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/help/13785/windows-essentials-2012-release-notes
I use Windows Virtual PC with Windows XP Mode. What will happen to them if I upgrade to Windows 10?
Please note your existing Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode will not work in Windows 10.
You can review the following as a possible work around if you need to.
http://lifehacker.com/5965889/how-to-run-windows-xp-for-free-in-windows-8
Windows 10 Pro and Windows 10 Enterprise/Education includes a built in Hypervisor called Hyper-V which you can use to setup virtual machines.
Please note, Hyper-V does not include a Windows license, you will need to provide and install your own.
Is Windows Media Player still available in Windows 10?
Yes: How to locate and open Windows Media Player in Windows 10
What happens to my previous operating system when I upgrade to Windows 10?
Windows 10 replaces your previous version of Windows by moving it to the Windows.old folder. Windows 10 becomes the default operating system.
Can I uninstall Windows 10 if I do not like it or something goes wrong?
Yes, you can see the following: How to: Rollback to a previous version of Windows from Windows 10
Please note: starting with the Windows 10 Anniversary Update, you have only 10 days to rollback.
What happens to the recovery partition used by my previous version of Windows?
In some cases, it might become inoperable. That is why it is strongly advised you backup before upgrading.
Suppose I need to go back to Windows 8 or Windows 7?
You will either need to have recovery media or request recovery media from the manufacturer of your computer or try rolling back within the first 10 days of upgrading.
Will upgrading from Windows 7 or later preserve my personal files, applications and settings?
Yes, upgrading from Windows 7 or a later version will preserve your personal files (documents, music, pictures, videos, downloads, favorites, emails, contacts etc, applications (ie. Microsoft Office, Adobe applications etc), games and settings (ie. passwords, custom dictionary, application settings).
Will my existing programs, hardware and drivers work on Windows 10?
Most applications and hardware drivers designed for Windows 7 or later should work with Windows 10. Of course, with significant changes in Windows 10, it is best you contact the software developer and hardware vendor to find out about support for Windows 10. Windows 10 setup will keep, upgrade, replace and might require that you install new drivers through Windows Update or from the manufacturers website.
Installing drivers through Windows Update
Windows Update is the premier starting point to resolve most common driver issues you might experience immediately after installing Windows 10.
Simply launch it from Start > Settings > Update and Security and click Check for Updates
Click Check for updates (make sure you have an active Internet connection).
Immediately, Windows Update will detect your system configuration and download all the appropriate drivers for your system. As you can see in the above screenshot, my Intel HD 3000 Graphics was installed automatically. I did not even have to reboot the system. In addition to that other hardware components were also detected and installed which includes my LAN adapter and card reader.
How to: Install and Update drivers in Windows 10
How will I know if my computer can run Windows 10?
If you want to upgrade to Windows 10 on your PC or tablet, here's what it takes.
Latest OS: Make sure you are running the latest version either Windows 7 SP1 or Windows 8.1 Update.
For Windows 8.1, see the following article:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/install-latest-update-windows-8-1
For Windows 7, see the following article:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/learn-how-to-install-windows-7-service-pack-1-sp1
Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster processor or SoC
RAM: 1 gigabyte (GB) for 32-bit or 2 GB for 64-bit
Hard disk space: 16 GB for 32-bit OS 20 GB for 64-bit OS
Graphics card: DirectX 9 or later with WDDM 1.0 driver
Display: 1024x600
How much actual free disk space is required by Windows 10 setup?
Windows 10 uses approximately 10 GBs of disk space. The minimum disk space available is to facilitate the installation process. Some install files are compressed and need to be expanded during setup. Some files are temporary and are deleted during or after installation. Also, because you might have data and apps on the hard disk, they will be moved around during migration.
Which editions of Windows 10 Support Multiple processors?
Windows 10 Home only supports one physical CPU.
Windows 10 Pro, Pro Edu, Education, Business and Enterprise supports multiple CPUs.
My Tablet does not have 16 or 20 GBs of free space and I am not able to free up any additional space. What should I do?
Windows 10 will support systems with compressed installations. Windows 10 can upgrade such systems with as little as 8.5 GBs of free space.
How to Install Windows 10 on Devices with Limited Space
Will Windows 10 require UEFI and Secure Boot?
No, Windows 10 works just fine on legacy BIOS systems. New devices that that come preinstalled with Windows 10 later this summer must have UEFI by default and Secure Boot enabled at the factory.
Does this mean I won't be able to dual boot with alternative operating systems and older versions of Windows?
Not necessarily, even though Secure Boot is enabled by default, you can still disable it in order to accommodate older versions of Windows or alternative operating systems.
I notice there was no mention of ARM or Windows RT devices, will there be Windows 10 support?
If you're running Windows RT, your device won't upgrade to Windows 10, but an update will be provided around the time of Windows 10 release.
Will I be able to purchase Windows 10 on DVD?
Windows 10 will certainly be available as a digital download of course. You can always create your own backup copy too either on a USB thumbdrive or blank DVD. Microsoft has provided an updated Media Creation Tool for Window 10 which streamlines downloading setup files for Windows 8.1 32 and 64 bit in different localizations. The media creation allows you save a .ISO file or create a bootable copy on a USB thumbdrive.
I heard Microsoft representatives mention they are moving to a servicing model for Windows 10, does that mean Windows 10 is going to require a subscription?
No, Windows 10 remains a perpetual license, which means, you can upgrade to Windows 10 and use it forever without it expiring or going into any reduced functional mode.
Are you saying there will be no more versions of Windows after Windows 10?
Microsoft is moving Windows to a servicing model with Windows 10. The days of major revisions or what are called big bang releases are no more. As Microsoft Program Manager for Windows Terry Myerson described it:
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For a complete breakdown:
Resource: How to know the Edition, Architecture, Channel and build of Windows 10 installed.
My system is eligible to upgrade to Windows 10 Home, but I want Pro instead.
You will need to purchase a Pro Pack license and perform an Easy Upgrade:
How to Perform an Easy Upgrade in Windows 10
Can Easy Upgrade be used to upgrade to Windows 10 Enterprise?
Yes, if have a genuine Windows 10 Enterprise product key, you can use it it with Easy Upgrade.
How much will Windows 10 cost if I need to perform a new installation on a PC without a qualifying license or on a blank partition?
Please note the Windows 10 Pro Pack can only be used to upgrade a genuine, activated Windows 10 Home installation.
Source: https://www.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/windows-10-faq
Is it true I cannot prevent automatic updates in Windows 10 Home and Pro?
Yes, updates can deferred in Windows 10 Pro, but not indefinitely.
Defer upgrades in Windows 10
Some Windows 10 editions let you defer upgrades to your PC. When you defer upgrades, new Windows features won't be downloaded or installed for several months. Deferring upgrades doesn't affect security updates. Note that deferring upgrades will prevent you from getting the latest Windows features as soon as they're available.
Source: Microsoft
Is there an option or work around to block updates or hardware drivers that might cause problems?
Yes, Microsoft has released a KB update (KB3073930) that will let users block or hide Windows or driver updates.
You can download it at the following link:
What does Windows as a Service entail?
Since the introduction of Windows Update as part of Windows, Microsoft has delivered updates as way to keep Windows updated and secure. This has always been the way the company keeps commercial versions of Windows on the market current.
With Windows 10, Microsoft is making significant changes to this model by delivering new methods of servicing Windows. Taking into account we now live in a mobile, constantly connected world, where threats happen all the time. Part of the solution to this is to keep users current by providing the latest updates as soon as they are available in addition to delivering features as soon as they ready too.
Microsoft will do this using three types of service branches for Windows 10:
Security Updates, Features and Fixes are automatically applied.
There is no option to delay or customize these updates.
Current Branch for Business (CBB)
CBB includes the requirements of the Current Branch, but also provides the option of customizing when and which Security Updates, Features and Fixes are applied, similar to how Windows Update works today in current versions of Windows.
Updates cannot be deferred indefinitely.
Windows Updates can be managed using enterprise management tools such as Windows Update for Business and/ WSUS.
Long Term Servicing Branch (LTSB)
Only available to volume license customers running Windows 10 Enterprise.
Flexible options for managing Windows Updates.
Windows Updates can be customized to only accept Security Fixes.
Can I schedule when Windows Updates are installed and will these required updates force restart my computer?
You can schedule when Updates are installed and no, updates do not force restart your computer.
Open the Notification icon from the Notification Area and click Don't forget: a restart is scheduled...
Regarding the new servicing model for Windows 10, will Enterprise customers be required to adopt the rapid release cadence too?
No, Enterprise customers will continue to service and manage their Windows 10 clients the same way they do today. Here is what Terry Myerson had to say:
We understand that businesses require choice in how updates are delivered, and at what pace. So as I discussed on September 30th, with Windows 10, businesses will be able to pick the speed of innovation that is right for each group of their users, rather than rely on a one size fits all solution.
Business customers will be able to opt-in to the fast-moving consumer update pace, or lock-down mission critical environments to receive only security and critical updates to their systems. And businesses will have an additional option for systems that aren't mission critical, but need to keep pace with the latest innovations while having the benefit to install updates after they have been tested in the broad market. And the choice isn't one or the other for businesses; we expect that most corporations will require a mix of these options to accommodate their business scenarios. Take for example an investment bank, where mission critical systems on the trading floor receive only security updates, whereas mobile devices for financial advisors are kept up to date with the latest feature innovations – enabling the appropriate pace of updates for each device.
Source: http://blogs.windows.com/business/2015/01/21/windows-10-an-exciting-new-chapter/
Will the new Microsoft Edge web browser replace Internet Explorer in Windows 10?
No, Windows 10 will continue to include an updated version of Internet Explorer 11 for compatibility with legacy web sites. Microsoft Edge is based on a new engine, so some older web sites will switch to the older Internet Explorer 11 engine for compatibility purposes.
Get Started with Microsoft Edge - Tips and Tricks for the new user.
I did a clean install of Windows 10 but cannot find Internet Explorer, what happened?
See: How to locate and open Internet Explorer in Windows 10
How does Windows 10 handle privacy?
Windows 10 includes a new Privacy setting so you can control how much information you share with Microsoft and apps installed on your computer. To adjust privacy settings, open Settings > Privacy.
http://aka.ms/privacy
Will non-genuine Windows licenses qualify for the Windows 10 upgrade?
The simple answer is no. This is what Terry Mason had to say:
Microsoft and our OEM partners know that many consumers are unwitting victims of piracy, and with Windows 10, we would like all of our customers to move forward with us together. While our free offer to upgrade to Windows 10 will not apply to Non-Genuine Windows devices, and as we've always done, we will continue to offer Windows 10 to customers running devices in a Non-Genuine state. In addition, in partnership with some of our valued OEM partners, we are planning very attractive Windows 10 upgrade offers for their customers running one of their older devices in a Non-Genuine state. Please stay tuned to learn more from our partners on the specifics of their offers.
Source: http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwindows/2015/05/15/genuine-windows-and-windows-10/
Where can I get more information about Windows 10?
http://www.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/features
Windows Insider Program: https://insider.windows.com/
Windows Insider Forums on Microsoft Communities: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/insider
Windows Team Blog: http://blogs.windows.com/
Windows Insider Hub from the Windows 10 Start menu (if not installed click Start > Settings > System > Apps & Features > Manage Optional Features
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Tryx3
Andre,
A very informative summary. Thanks.
Does Windows 10 support syncing across USB cable / WiFi hotspot or only through OneDrive? [So that Outlook Calendar & Contacts can be sent to a tablet without having to use my internet data allowance?]
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In reply to Tryx3's post on January 22, 2015
Syncing is handled through OneDrive, there is no local network syncing, which I personally think would have been a great options for users with limited bandwidth.
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In reply to Andre Da Costa's post on January 22, 2015
Thanks for that additional [disappointing] info.
If Windows 10 had introduced local [USB, hotspot] syncing I could consider Windows tablets & phones in the future. I quite like the idea of having the same OS on everything.
Without local syncing in Windows 10, I'll stick to Android tablets & phones with MyPhoneExplorer for local syncing of MS Outlook Calendar-Contacts-Notes & general files.
Mike_884
Many thanks for the article!
Vainly tried to find an answer on Internet on the following question:
way back, early 2013, for a limited period of time one could purchase an upgrade from Windows 7->Windows 8.
at the same time, one could additionally order the Windows 8 DVD (at € 15, or so)
I assume this will also be the case once Windows 10 will be released.
The upgrade is free (for Windows 7/8 users), but presumably the DVD go at actual costs, same as with Windows 8.
Q: will the DVD-upgrade-version in fact be a 'full' package?
(either OEM or Retail)
Meaning to say that once upgrade of version 10 is being installed on a -clean- HDD formatted pc,
the setup will require both the Windows 10 key, then notice it is an upgrade, and subsequently ask
for either the Windows 7 or Windows 8 key (OEM or retail).
This way it is not necessary to first install 7 or 8 and then install v10 over it.
I know Adobe follows this method: each upgrade basically is a full package, the key determines if
it is an upgrade and the key of a previous version should additionally be entered.
I am using full retail versions only, i.e. sofar I have never installed a Windows upgrade,
so I wouldn't know this is already common practice with Microsoft products.
RavenSnyder
Replied on February 22, 2015
If I upgrade to Windows 10 technical preview from Windows 8.1, will I still be given a free copy of Windows 10 full version when released?
In reply to RavenSnyder's post on February 22, 2015
Yes, you will be.
In reply to Mike_884's post on January 27, 2015
No, it will be free for everyone to upgrade to within the first year, so if you purchase a laptop even 3 months before Windows 10 is launched, you are going to get it anyway.
Well, Microsoft has a create refresh/reset media for Windows 8.1, so I assume the same for Windows 10.
Most likely, with the release of Windows 8.1, Microsoft made retail packaged versions full licenses.
We don't know all the details, you will have a year to find out and make a decision when Windows 10 is launched.
MacHesney
In reply to Andre Da Costa's post on February 28, 2015
As my preview download just started ten minutes ago, I read here that a NEW VERSION of the Windows 10 Evaluation is released, to the elite first though.
Build 10041, the 'Impressive Build' updates the January preview Build 9926, the 'Awesome Build' ??
I'll be looking in Updates for it, the changes look good.
Via askvg.com:
New features and improvements in new build 10041:
Improvements to Start Menu
Start Menu is now transparent
Improvements to Virtual Desktops
Cortana now works on computers in China, UK, France, Italy, Germany and Spain along with U.S.
New network fly-out from Taskbar
Rotating background images on Lock Screen
EllenHobson
Thanks for the information in the article. One thing that was not answered is the question of which most concerns me. Will the Windows 10 upgrade fix the multiple problems I have encountered with Windows 8.1? These problems include but is not limited to the following: 1) Constant freezing and shut down of Excel while working with the product. Message - "Microsoft Excel has stopped working" 2) Attachments not appearing in my e-mail. 3) After upgrading from windows 8 to 8.1 several programs stopped working correctly such as scanning from my printer.
If the answer to any of these problems is no I don't think I will be continuing with windows products. After the frustrations I have encountered with windows 8.1, I was on the verge of ditching the whole system to try out Apple products until a friend mentioned that they are about to release Windows 10. So, one more chance to get it right Microsoft people. I am looking forward to an upgrade away from 8.1 forever!!
In reply to EllenHobson's post on April 6, 2015
If it printed in Windows 7 it should work in Windows 10.
Just wait, a driver ought to be released - by the company or in a Windows 10 update version.
No specific driver released for Windows 7 or 8 even released for my old HP printer.
In Windows 10 I can use it to print, installing nothing, using a driver for the HP series detected by Windows 10. However it fails to provide all the options - SOLVED rather easily:
I installed my favorite ArcSoft image processing program (for XP) into Windows 10 and printed using that no problem at all. Note that program wouldn't install in Windows 7.
However an even older printer - no luck in Windows 7-8-10, only XP actually prints. | one-time upgrade: once a Windows device is upgraded to Windows 10, we will continue to keep it current for the supported lifetime of the device – at no additional charge. With Windows 10, the experience will evolve and get even better over time. We'll deliver new features when they're ready, not waiting for the next major release. We think of Windows as a Service – in fact, one could reasonably think of Windows in the next couple of years as one of the largest Internet services on the planet.
And just like any Internet service, the idea of asking "What version are you on?" will cease to make sense – which is great news for our Windows developers.
Source: http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwindows/2015/01/21/the-next-generation-of-windows-windows-10/
Will I have to pay for updates and fixes for Windows 10?
No, updates, fixes, security updates, features all remain free.
What does lifetime of the device mean?
The logical conclusion is as long as the machine is operable, Microsoft will continue to support it with updates. So, if the machine still works 5 or 10 years from now, revisions and updates to Windows 10 will be made available to it. Please note that Windows 10 uses the same life cycle policy of 5 years mainstream support and 5 years extended support.
What are the official upgrade paths to Windows 10?
Microsoft revealed in a Channel 9 Video the official upgrade paths to Windows 10:
Windows XP, Windows Vista and LINUX users will have to purchase a full retail license and perform a clean install from a .ISO, Windows 8.0 users can use the .ISO file to perform an in place upgrade.
Source: http://channel9.msdn.com/Events/WinHEC/2015/OWD100
When I upgrade a preinstalled (OEM) or retail version of Windows 7 or Windows 8/8.1 license to Windows 10, does that license remain OEM or become a retail license?
If you upgrade from a OEM or retail version of Windows 7 or Windows 8/8.1 to the free Windows 10 upgrade this summer, the license is consumed into it. Because the free upgrade is derived from the base qualifying license, Windows 10 will carry that licensing too.
If you upgrade from a retail version, it carries the rights of a retail version.
If you upgrade from a OEM version, it carries the rights of a OEM version.
Full version (Retail):
- Includes transfer rights to another computer.
- Doesn't require a previous qualifying version of Windows.
Upgrade version (Retail):
- require a previous qualifying version of Windows.
- Expensive, but cheaper than full version
OEM :
OEM versions of Windows are identical to Full License Retail versions except for the following:
- OEM versions do not offer any free Microsoft direct support from Microsoft support personnel
- OEM licenses are tied to the very first computer you install and activate it on
- OEM versions allow all hardware upgrades except for an upgrade to a different model motherboard
- OEM versions cannot be used to directly upgrade from an older Windows operating system
What happens if I change my motherboard?
As it pertains to the OEM license this will invalidate the Windows 10 upgrade license because it will no longer have a previous base qualifying license which is required for the free upgrade. You will then have to purchase a full retail Windows 10 license. If the base qualifying license (Windows 7 or Windows 8.1) was a full retail version, then yes, you can transfer it.
From the Windows 10 end user license agreement:
b. Stand-alone software. If you acquired the software as stand-alone software (and also if you upgraded from software you acquired as stand-alone software), you may transfer the software to another device that belongs to you. You may also transfer the software to a device owned by someone else if (i) you are the first licensed user of the software and (ii) the new user agrees to the terms of this agreement. You may use the backup copy we allow you to make or the media that the software came on to transfer the software. Every time you transfer the software to a new device, you must remove the software from the prior device. You may not transfer the software to share licenses between devices.
I am on a slow connection or I don't have access to the Internet. Is there an option to request backup media?
Microsoft says: "We'll have options available for users who can't download through Windows Update." These options have yet to be announced.
Source: http://www.theguardian.com/technology/askjack/2015/jun/25/microsoft-windows-10-free-upgrade-7-questions-answered
Will users who take advantage of the upgrade offer for Windows 10 from Windows 8.1 and Windows 7 also be able to obtain recovery media?
Microsoft recently noted the following options available:
With Windows 10, you can create your own recovery media and back up the pristine state of the operating system and preinstalled software. If things go wrong and you are unable to refresh or reset your device successfully, you can boot the device using recovery media and reset to the prior pristine state.
Source: http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwindows/2015/03/16/how-windows-10-achieves-its-compact-footprint/
How to: Perform a clean install using Reset this PC in Windows 10
How to: Create a Recovery Drive for reinstalling Windows 10
What happens if I reinstall Windows using the recovery partition?
Windows 10 will be reinstalled.
Will I get a product key, can I get a product key?
By default, Windows 10 builds are pre-keyed, meaning, you do not have to enter a product key and should not be prompted to enter one even after Windows 10 has completed setup.
http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/insider/wiki/insider_wintp-insider_install/how-to-activate-the-latest-windows-10-build/33f31475-93b3-4d1c-812f-4b21fbd807a7
When you upgraded from a previous version of Windows or receive a new computer preinstalled with Windows 10, what happened is the hardware (your PC) will get a digital entitlement, where a unique signature of the computer will be stored on Microsoft Activation Servers. The Windows 7 or Windows 8 genuine license you were previously running will be exchanged for a diagnostics key.
Anytime you need to reinstall Windows 10 on that machine, just proceed to reinstall Windows 10. It will automatically reactivate.
So, there is no need to know or get a product key, if you need to reinstall Windows 10, you can use your Windows 7 or Windows 8 product key or use the reset function in Windows 10.
If you are prompted to enter a product key, click 'I don't have a key' and 'Do this later'
Will ISO media be provided for the final release?
Yes, you will be able to download ISO media for Windows 10 RTM.
Please note, you might have to download the appropriate edition of Windows 10 for the version/edition of Windows you are upgrading. If you upgrade to the wrong edition, ie. Windows 7 Home Premium to Windows 10 Pro, you will have to purchase a license for Windows 10 Pro or go back to Windows 7 Home Premium and upgrade to Windows 10 Home.
Resources: How to: upgrade from previous versions of Windows using Windows 10 ISO file
Suppose I need to reinstall Windows 10 a year or two from now or I install a new hard disk?
Windows 10 is registered to the device, not your hard disk. Just install a new hard disk and reinstall Windows 10 and it will reactivate automatically.
Does the ISO file support dual boot with another version of Windows?
You can download an ISO, but the installation must be performed from within a qualifying, genuine, activated version of Windows, either Windows 8.1, Windows 8.0, Windows 7 or Windows 10 Insider Preview. If you don't, it won't activate. Why? It has to do a compliance check against a qualifying operating system.
How many editions of Windows 10 are there?
Introducing Windows 10 Editions
As in the past, we will offer different Windows editions that are tailored for various device families and uses. These different editions address specific needs of our various customers, from consumers to small businesses to the largest enterprises.
Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise
Windows 10 IoT (Internet of Things)
http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwindows/2015/05/13/introducing-windows-10-editions/
How much RAM does each edition of Windows 10 support?
Windows 10 Official Memory Limits is 2 TBs - | 1,888 |
HomeHotels & LodgingState of the art 5-star Technogym Gym unveiled at Corinthia Hotel London
State of the art 5-star Technogym Gym unveiled at Corinthia Hotel London
Hotel guests and ESPA Life members can work out in the expansive gym which is part of the hotel's flagship ESPA Life at Corinthia spread over four floors.
LONDON, ENGLAND – Corinthia Hotel London has opened a brand new, five-star gym which focuses on wellbeing by<|fim_middle|> Group | offering high-end equipment, software and services from Technogym, the world's leading fitness brand.
"We are delighted to be the first hotel in London to offer the full range of Technogym's most technologically and scientifically advanced range, ARTIS, and offer our guests a total approach to wellness through cardio equipment, upper and lower body strength equipment, functional tools and free-weights," says Matthew Dixon, Commercial Director for Corinthia Hotels International.
Hotel guests and ESPA Life members can work out in the expansive gym which is part of the hotel's flagship ESPA Life at Corinthia spread over four floors. As part of a new 'Wellness on Demand' service, they can also choose to work out in the privacy of their own room using a selection of Technogym's cardio and strength equipment. Guests and members can also keep up to date on their progress both inside and outside the gym anywhere around the world by downloading the Technogym app.
Technology is at the heart of Technogym equipment: the strength equipment at Corinthia London has a mini digital display providing a virtual strength coach to guide you through the movement; treadmill users can attempt some of the world's most iconic marathon routes, including Rome and New York, where the experience is made even more realistic by the treadmill inkling mirroring the marathon's actual landscape; and keen runners can replicate their outdoor runs recorded by third party apps and wearable devices such as Strava, Garmin and Polar.
"No other hotel has this variety of our equipment," says Kieran Tracey, Hospitality Area & Key Account Manager for Technogym. "There is no compromise here as Corinthia is offering all the cardio, strength, functional and stretch equipment that you'd find in any top gym."
Technogym's ARTIS range is the result of 30 years of research and offers the ultimate in cutting-edge technology and luxurious design. For example, Technogym's exercise bikes incorporate Body Print, memory foam-style cushioning for a more comfortable ride; while their treadmills adapt the cushioning to the running style of the user.
"We're thrilled to be partnering with Corinthia Hotel London, one of the most luxurious 5* hotels, supplying their guests and members with Technogym's recently relaunched premium ARTIS line of equipment and services," says Steve Barton, Managing Director of Technogym UK. "Corinthia is the first London hotel to embrace Technogym's total approach to Wellness, and we are really looking forward to working closely with them."
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Today marks 130 years since the first ever modern Caesarean section was carried out in Glasgow
Did you know? A procedure carried out on millions of new mums across the world was pioneered right here in Glasgow
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Murdoch Cameron's first three caesarean patients, with Catherine Colquhoun on the left. (Image: Heatherbank Museum of Social Work)
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Murdoch Cameron
Although a procedure carried out since the beginning of time, it carried an extremely high mortality rate, with Cameron becoming the first physician the first organised application of the obstetric operation.
Such a milestone was the successful procedure that Cameron's efforts were widely reported in the Lancet and British Medical Journal, which led to him becoming world-famous.
Born in Glasgow in 1847, Cameron studied medicine at The University of Glasgow, qualifying with a Bachelor of Medicine in 1870 and a Doctor of Medicine two years later in 1872.
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As an undergraduate, Cameron worked as a surgical dresser to Joseph Lister, the pioneer of antiseptic surgery at Glasgow Royal Infirmary.
In 1888 he was appointed Obstetric Physician to the Glasgow Royal Maternity Hospital and it was there that, in an improvised operating theatre crowded with doctors and undergraduates on the top floor, he performed the ground-breaking procedure.
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With the 27-year-old patient Catherine Colquhoun (a rachitic dwarf) incapable of natural birth, Cameron, helped transform the Caesarean section - under antiseptic conditions - from a dreaded and deadly procedure into the routine and safe operation it is today.
The hospital became a world leader in the field of Obstetrics and Cameron became honorary President of the first International Congress on Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Belgium in 1892, before becoming Professor of Midwifery at the University of Glasgow in 1894 - a position he held for 32 years.
And today it's worth remembering that, 130 years after the operation, it was here in Glasgow that both Cameron, and patient Catherine Colquhoun, helped pave the way for the modern Caesarian section as we know it today.
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Glasgow Royal Infirmary | pioneering advances in the field of modern medicine, with former students at The University of Glasgow right at the heart of many such advances.
And today marks the anniversary of a true watershed moment in world medicine that involved one such former student, who performed what the world recognised as the first ever Caesarean Section under modern antiseptic conditions.
The procedure was carried out on April 10, 1888, on Catherine Colquhoun at the Glasgow Royal Maternity Hospital, then on Rottenrow, by Obstetric Physician Murdoch Cameron.
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Big recent changes in frequent traveler programs mean that it's time to rethink your loyalties.
Delta just switched to a frequent flier program that rewards customers based on amounts spent, rather than miles flown. United plans to do the same starting March 1. American will continue to reward based on miles flown, but once its merger with US Airways is completed most fliers will have to pay or use points for upgrades.
If you're an elite frequent flier who spends a ton on tickets (or whose company spends tons on your behalf), you might be content to stay put. Most other travelers, though, should at least review other options if they've been trying to build miles in those programs.
Using a rewards credit card that allows you to use points in different programs (like American Express' Member Rewards, which lets you transfer points to Delta, Continental, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways, among others) or that has rewards that can be used like cash for tickets (such as Capital One's Venture, with its "purchase eraser" feature for travel costs).
When you're thinking about what loyalty programs to use, sometimes it helps to work backward starting from where you want to go. If you want free flights to Hawaii, for example, American and Hawaiian Airlines are two good options, at least from the West Coast. You could rack up miles on American itself and/or use the American-branded credit card, or apply for a new British Airways card to get the start-up bonus (currently 50,000 points after spending $2,000 in the first three months) and transfer those points to American. Or you could concentrate your flying on JetBlue, which has a relationship with Hawaiian, and your spending on the JetBlue American Express card.
If you don't have a specific goal but fly mostly domestically in coach seats, consider JetBlue, Southwest and Virgin Atlantic, which typically get high marks from travelers for relative comfort and amenities. All three base rewards on dollars spent, but they don't have the blackout dates and other restrictions that can make<|fim_middle|>ing rewards hard in other airline programs. If a seat doesn't already have somebody in it, in other words, you can book it with rewards.
Another tip: Check in occasionally with frequent flier blogs, which can alert you to hot deals and ways to earn extra points. | redeem | 1 |
'Steelstriker' by Marie Lu (Roaring Brook Press)
REVIEW: 'Steelstriker' by Marie Lu is a thrilling battle between good and evil
'Steelstriker' brings another Marie Lu series to a close and it's her best book yet!
A copy of this book was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
By • Kristy Mauna
With every series that she writes, Marie Lu always delivers a satisfying ending for her readers and in Steelstriker she gave us that and more.
As a Striker, Talin was taught loyalty is life. Loyalty to the Shield who watches your back, to the Strikers who risk their lives on the battlefield, and most of all, to Mara, which was once the last nation free from the Karensa Federation's tyranny.
But Mara has fallen. And its destruction has unleashed Talin's worst nightmare.
With her friends scattered by combat and her mother held captive by the Premier, Talin is forced to betray her fellow Strikers and her adopted homeland. She has no choice but to become the Federation's most deadly war machine as their newest Skyhunter.
Red is no stranger to the cruelty of the Federation or the torture within its Skyhunter labs, but he knows this isn't the end for Mara – or Talin. The link between them may be weak, but it could be Talin and Red's only hope to salvage their past and safeguard their future.
While the fate of a broken world hangs in the balance, Talin and Red must reunite the Strikers and find their way back to each other in this smoldering sequel to Marie Lu's Skyhunter.
Steelstriker picks up right where Skyhunter left off. This time around we get a dual narrative of our two main characters: Talin and Red. The two of them find themselves where their story first began as enemies. They're once again fighting on opposite sides of the war.
The way their paths are reversed, yet tell a similar story, is intriguing. Talin is now the one being forced to fight and protect her worst enemy, the Premier, who is the leader of the Federation. She has become the newest Skyhunter and his greatest weapon. Red finds himself with the Strikers who are left after the fall of Mara. He's injured but alive, and he's trying his best to keep them all together. The link that connects them grows weaker as Talin becomes stronger at the Premier's side, and their hope to reconnect dwindles. Will they ever be fighting on the same side again?
Mar<|fim_middle|> toes. Underneath everything that is happening to these characters on the surface, I found that Lu dives deeper to explore their dark and twisted emotions in this story.
The war has become much more than it was in Skyhunter. All of the characters are hiding their own secrets and reasons why they are still fighting.
Red and the rest of the Strikers see Talin as unrecognizable. She's finished her transformation into a Skyhunter and her metal wings and deathly stare scare them. What they don't see is all of her anguish. The Premier has her mother as a hostage and uses her to control Talin. Every move Talin makes is analyzed by the Premier and if she makes one mistake her mother will suffer the consequences.
Despite feeling like he's lost Talin forever, Red holds on to the love he has for her. The way Red cares for Talin is so romantic. If you're a reader who was hoping to see more romance in this series then I promise that you won't be disappointed with this book. They may be on separate sides right now but their journey to finding each other is beautiful.
It's very rare when I cry while reading and it's been a while since I've read such an emotional book. I wasn't expecting Steelstriker to be so dark. The similarities between this world and ours are chilling. Lu's writing will definitely have you questioning your own feelings.
Talin, Red, and the rest of the characters go through a lot of pain in this book. They continue to ask themselves if love is enough to keep fighting for a rebellion that they might lose.
The exploration of each character is fascinating; even with the villain. At one point Lu shows a glimpse into what made the Premier become so evil and even shows him mercy. Every character arc wraps up nicely and I really enjoyed reading about them.
If you're a fan of Marie Lu's other series then you are sure to love Steelstriker! There's action, friendship, and love all wrapped in a fun adventure. She continues to explore what makes us human and this story is a reflection of our own world. I think many readers will be able to relate to these characters and their stunning stories.
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The district of Bercy is an old wine merchants' neighbourhood. In the past it was a separate town and nearly all the wine drunk in Paris passed through here. It is situated to the east of the city centre, where formerly lugubrious warehouses, industrial naves and slum housing were all crowded together. Today it is a modern district in which it is still possible to trace its winemaking roots.
Here is the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy, the largest indoor sports stadium in the city. It has become an icon of modern design due to its pyramidal shape, covered with grass, with a capacity for 17,000 persons that hosts numerous sporting events and concerts.
The whole area, after thorough renovation, gives off a certain eclectic air, with buildings in different styles. Among its other architectural jewels feature the building that Chemetov built for the Ministry of Finance, or the singular Centre Culturel Americain designed by Frank Gehry. Inside it contains the Maison du Cinema and the prestigious Academie Française.
Bercy also contains in its centre one of the main green<|fim_middle|>ine. One of the most recommendable activities in Paris is a boat trip along the river to enjoy the city from another perspective. | spaces in the city. The Parc Bercy has measures 70 hectares and in the corners of its original design you can find pleasant areas fro strolling, ponds, the ruins of Bercy Castle and a traditional merry-go-round. It also has a wonderful terrace overlooking the Seine.
Many of the old facilities dedicated to wine and the cellars have been restored and turned into bars, restaurants and shops.
Nearby you can see the Viaduc des Arts, the archways situated beneath the railway viaduct now in disuse. It is fun to walk among its artists and fashion designers' studios and its boutiques and restaurants.
Finally, the Marina de Bercy is the jetty for the cruisers that run up and down the Se | 155 |
On a full moon night, if I am romantic, I will sit outside in my backyard ogling up at the sky. Full moons make us think of love and there is nothing like being in love. Recall what it felt like when you were in love. Your heart grew faint and your breathing short, just picturing the soft eyes and tender smile of the one you adore. Being in a room with that person is a thrill. You ply him or her with questions just to hear the sound of the voice. When you are in love one thing is certain: you can't keep n to yourself; you just have to tell that person who grips your love. Likewise, we who love God would be happier if we express our love for him. But how? St John says that it is by keeping God's commandment and his commandment is that "<|fim_middle|> is to say, "I'll live for you; let me think of your interests before my own." This is living a sacrificial love for others. But such a love can only come to us as a gift from God. Because it takes superhuman strength to live really for others. And God will certainly offer this gift if we sincerely ask him for it. | we love one another" (2 Jn 5). But real love is in action. The greatest act of love that anyone can perform is to give oneself for others. Sometimes, it is easier to say "I'd die for you" than it | 51 |
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IPL 2020 in UAE: RCB's playing group not content with where they are at currently, says Simon Katich
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Virat Kohli-led side is currently at the third place in the IPL 2020 points table
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RCB and KXIP will take on each other at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium later today. KL Rahul-led KXIP is at the bottom of the points table with just two points from seven games.
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Dubai: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) head coach Simon Katich has said that all the players within his side are not content with where they are at currently and everyone wants to improve their game.
Katich's remark came ahead of RCB's match against Kings XI Punjab later today. The Virat Kohli-led side is currently at the third place in the IPL 2020 points table with ten points from seven matches.
"Every game is important, it is going to be a tight competition like it always is. Anyone can beat anyone on a given day, we want to make the most of this momentum we have built and the hard work we have done at this stage. I don't think our playing group is content with where we are at the moment, we haven't qualified for anything, we haven't won anything, it is a case of building and keeping the confidence going," said Katich in a video posted on the official Twitter handle of RCB.
The last time KXIP and RCB locked horns against each other, the KL Rahul-led side managed to defeat RCB by 97 runs as the Punjab skipper played a knock of 132 runs.
"That was a disappointing result, early in the tournament things can go the other way. We were fortunate to get on the right side of results in our next game against Mumbai. The loss against KXIP exposed some of the areas where we needed to improve but there were some good things that came out from that loss. If we can keep playing the way we have been doing, we would be looking forward to giving another good performance," said Katich.
RCB's Director of Cricket, Mike Hesson also said that the side is in the right frame of mind, but he also admitted that Virat Kohli and his boys are aware of the challenge of playing such a long tournament.
"We are not getting too far ahead of ourselves at all, we are trying to improve every game, when we win, it's great and when we lose, we equally reflect. We are really happy with where we are at but we also know that our focus is pretty much Kings XI Punjab. We have had two games where we were beaten comprehensively but we all of a sudden don't go back to square one, we have identified the areas we did not do that well," said Hesson in the video posted on the official Twitter handle of RCB.
RCB had last played a match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Monday at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The Virat Kohli-led side had registered a victory by 8 | 677 |
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For its third quarter that ended Oct. 31, Box reported a profit before costs such as stock compensation of 31 cents per share, up from 22 cents per share in the same quarter of fiscal 2022. Revenue rose 12% year-over-year, to $250 million. The figures were roughly in line with analysts' expectations of 30 cents and $251.67 million.
As of the end of October, remaining performance obligations sat at $1.056 billion, up 11% year-over-year, while billings in the quarter totaled $258.2 million, up 12%. Gross profit was $185.5 million or 74.2% and, on an adjusted basis, $191.2 million or 76.5% of revenue. Net cash provided by activities in the quarter was $69.7 million, up from $31.2 million this time last year and free cash flow in the quarter was $55 million.
Highlights in the quarter included new and expanded business with organizations such as Eurostar International Ltd., Garmin Ltd., McLarens Inc., Mariner Wealth Advisors, Regions Financial Corp., Warner Music Group Corp. and Wasserman Media Group. Product releases on Oct. 6 included a new version of Box Notes, the beta availability of Box Canvas and a new release of Content Insights.
"We delivered strong third-quarter results with revenue growth of 12% year-over-year and record operating margins," Aaron Levie, co-founder and chief executive officer of Box, said in a statement. "As companies prioritize strategic IT initiatives that allow them to efficiently lower IT expenses, the Box Content Cloud enables enterprises to streamline their businesses, drive up productivity, reduce risk, and lower costs."
For its outlook, Box expects adjusted earnings per share of 34 to 35 cents on revenue of $255 million to $257 million in its fourth quarter. Analysts had expected earnings per share of 30 cents and revenue of $259.3 million. For the full fiscal 2023 year, Box expected adjusted earnings per share of $1.16 to $1.17 on revenue of $990 million to $992 million.
Box also noted in its earnings report that its board had authorized an expansion of its stock repurchase program by $150 million.
Although there was a small miss on revenue, both in the third quarter and in the fourth-quarter outlook, that was balanced by better-than-expected earnings per share for both. The lack of surprises was reflected in quiet after-hours trading, with Box shares down less than a point after rising briefly by a similar amount.
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Still haven't even begun<|fim_middle|> start wrapping everything up and in the meantime will be trying to deal with the fact that I leave tomorrow. | to wrap my head around it, but I'm leaving for the airport in one hour, and will be out of the country and heading home in less than four.
Took my last pictures with my host mom. Finished packing. Spent a few hours out on the street and on buses soaking in the last Italian I'll hear for…I don't want to think about how long.
This is not quite the last blog post here, as there are still at least a couple things I want to cover, but this is the last time I'll be writing from Florence. And all I find myself able to say is that this has been undoubtedly one of the best things I've ever done, and I already miss it like I can't even believe.
BUT, flip side is that I've been away from home from far too long, and if I'm going to miss this city when I leave then at least I'll get to stop missing everything (everyone) else. And honestly, it's hard to really let the melancholy sink in when I'm also feeling so ridiculously euphoric. Home! Favorite people! Christmas!
I've spent every spare moment since the last time I wrote doing stuff for finals week, and now I am DONE with every academic component of my semester abroad and I don't even know what to do with myself. But I'm going to go figure it out, and it is absolutely going to involve leaving the house, so just wanted to say that I'll be back in later to | 304 |
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Dr. Friend strives to treat each patient as a member of her own family. Whether it is returning to the golf course or returning to your job, holding your new grandchild or holding your tools at work, Dr. Friend understands how important your hands are in every part of your life | 63 |
Is there anyone who doesn't know what Brie cheese is? It's important to know what Brie cheese isn't. It isn't hard, smoky, odiferous, filled with holes or green bits of mold. It is delicate, pearly white and absolutely without parallel in the world of cheeses for cheese lovers. Don't serve it on a cracker. Brie is so much more than topping for a saltine. In fact, it's even more than mozzarella is to pizza. It's a heavenly way to display baking talents that will delight the palate and make stunning party presentations.
To know how to make stuffed baked brie, discover the wonders of its texture. It isn't mushy like mozzarella. Nor is it squishy like mascarpone. It's got an almost balletic choreography of textures that combine certain flexibility for stuffing and yet, it's sturdy enough for baking without going all gooey. Work with Brie when it is just out of refrigeration for best results. This means preparing stuffing well in advance of the actual marriage of<|fim_middle|> up ends with seam on top. Spray parchment paper with cooking spray (preferably butter flavored). Place the stuffed Brie on the parchment paper (seam side down) and bake on a baking sheet at 350 degrees. Vegetarians love this recipe.
Brie cheese can also be served in individual portions. Stuff with sautéed chicken strips and crisped bacon. Turn each into an individual roll. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees. | Brie to stuffing. Remember that Brie exudes a full-bodied milky flavor and that will provide clues to the types of stuffing that can create the most delicious treat a cheese lover could desire.
When it comes to stuffing Brie, it will naturally depend on tastes. For a wonderful Tex-Mex accent, create a stuffing of homemade salsa. Chop about 1/3 cup of tomatoes (seeds removed), 1 clove garlic minced, 1 green chili pepper (seeds removed), a dash of cumin and chili powder and a hint of hot sauce to taste. Mix well. Roll out chilled Brie on a cold, marble board to a circular diameter of about 5-6 inches. Place stuffing in center. Don't overstuff. Take up the ends of the Brie cheese and twist until the mound of cheese and stuffing is sealed. Place on a very lightly greased baking sheet with the twisted side down. Bake at 350 degrees until the cheese is lightly browned.
Another elegant stuffing is a simple blend of wine-sautéed mushrooms, fresh chopped chives and about a 1/4 cup lightly toasted croutons. Roll out the chilled Brie into a long rectangle about 7 inches in length and 3-4 inches in width. Line the rectangle with the stuffing. Take | 270 |
Rattlers Run out of Luck Late Against Indy
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LAS VEGAS – The bright lights, the big stage.
The Rattlers were certainly ready to roll the dice in Las Vegas, going toe to toe against one of the nation's toughest teams until the bitter end Saturday night.
Luck, though, wasn't on their side.
Amid a terrific shooting performance, St. Mary's men's basketball player Daryell Taylor couldn't get his would-be-tying shot to fall in the final seconds of overtime, as the Rattlers fell 72-68 to the University of Indianapolis in the South Point Holiday Hoops Classic at The Orleans Arena.
Taylor (Jr., Houston) had a similar look at the end of regulation that also could not fall, as it drew the back iron to break a string of makes on a night he finished with a team-high 17 points.
The Rattlers (4-3) led by as many as 10 early, but Indianapolis found its groove with a frustrating full-court press defense that stifled St. Mary's to the point of 17 turnovers.
Still, St. Mary's battled back.
Down three in the final minute, Moses Sundufu (Jr., Hopkins, Minn.) forced a steal and got a breakaway layup to close the gap to 69-68. Indianapolis (7-2) went 1 for 2 on the foul line on the other end, giving the Rattlers a chance in the closing seconds.
But it wasn't meant to be.
Kevin Kotzur (Jr., La Vernia, Texas) finished with 13 points and 14 rebounds, while D.J. Castro (Jr., El Paso, Texas) scored 12 points off the bench after filling in for Keith Hartle (Soph., San Antonio) who got in foul trouble early. Sundufu and Ray Marshall (Sr<|fim_middle|> Mary's will return to action at 6 p.m. (CST) Sunday, when it faces Christian Brothers. Check back on RattlerAthletics.com for a link to a live in-game chat. | ., El Paso, Texas) added 10 apiece.
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Hmm - I wouldn't know the specifics for your car on that, but, use the last 7 of your vin, & lookup your car on realoem.com,<|fim_middle|> of that kind means using a plastic/nylon pry tool along with protecting the painted edges around the indentation into which the badge sits, taking great care and patience to carefully and slowly pry up the badge without scratching, denting, or damaging the paint, or hood. An appropriately-sized flathead screwdriver can work, but it's a bit of a challenge to protect the hood & paint adequately to get it free by prying without damaging anything. I've never tried it & it would depend on access, but I wonder if it could be gently tapped out from the underside of the hood, which would address the risk of chipping the paint, at least in the badge-surround area. Moot thought if there's no access.
It may be yours is a two-part design where the emblem part of the badge sits in a surround attached by adhesive (presumably the white parts extending beyond the edges in one of the ECS pictures is removable adhesive backing). Guessing, but it looks like the ring-surround stays in place, but you'd have to clean & remove any old adhesive perhaps with heat (not sure if heat gun is the best, although heat would surely help - I would guess a heat gun runs the risk of melting the plastic which then you'd have to replace the backing part too), or 3M Adhesive Remover. In any case, that appears to be a relatively simple matter of replacing the adhesive-backed badge unless you opt to replace the whole thing.
Looking up E60's and searching late production (last were 12/09, which presumably would have been sold as a 2010 model) & checking that part number, pics from ECS looks like badges typical to most other earlier BMW's.
Without knowing whether you have an E60 or F10, can't venture more of a guess what design of badge you have.
Thank you. I have an E60. I was able to yank it out with a piece of flat plastic wrapping strap. I slid it underneath and pulled it right out. No need to take a chance with a flat head screw driver.
The new one it's on it's way as I write this note. | click on "Vehicle Trim", & scroll down to "Exterior Trim/Grill" under which is under "Emblems/Letterings".
This a link for an F10 5'er, but maybe you have an E60 (using the vin will get you to the correct pages for your model).
Since the diagram shows grommets for the hood badge, that would imply it's similar to earlier BMW's, where there's two holes in the trunk or hood, the grommets go in the holes, and the trunk or hood badge has two grommet-sized nubs that friction-fit into the grommets. Removal | 134 |
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It seems likely that higher education in the USA will undergo massive changes over the next few years. I have no idea what those will be, and suspect they will be very, very bad.
One change that might be good would be an inversion of the usual schedule of courses undergraduates have been expected to take for the last 120 years. The pattern has been that they take a wide variety of courses in their first year, that the focus tightens a bit more narrowly in the second year, and that they spend the final two years concentrating on their major field of study.
This is something like the experience of going to a cinema. You sit through a bunch of miscellaneous material promoting upcoming films, urging you to buy things at the concession stand, and advertising various other goods and services, as well as warning you to behave yourself and refrain from pirating the movie or distracting your fellow movie-goers. Then you are allowed to pay attention to the feature presentation.
Colleges and universities fret endlessly about ways to fashion a coherent experience out of the courses students take in their first two years. At the same time, the faculty who teach those courses are pressured to use them to recruit students to sign up for the majors their departments offer. The result is that students emerge from the Core Curriculum or General Education or Distribution Requirements or whatever they happen to be called at the moment with the feeling that they've just spent a couple of years and a great deal of tuition money listening to people try to sell them stuff they didn't want. It's no wonder so few college graduates object when state governments defund academic programs; on the contrary, it's amazing that states still operate institutions of higher education at all.
Now, suppose it were turned round the other way. You take courses in your major for the first two years; the third year you do several small-scale supervised projects in your major field and take courses in closely related fields; in the fourth year you do a larger scale supervised project in your field and take courses in a wide range of fields. For the last 25 years, I've been teaching in the Core Curriculum at a state university in the midwestern USA; most of my students are in their first two years, and most of them are 19. Plenty of students in those categories wind up with A's, but it is the more advanced undergrads and the students who are in their 30s and older who usually have the most fun and contribute the most to class discussion. The advanced undergrads, both because they are confident that they know how to succeed in college, and because they know enough about their majors to see how they connect with other disciplines; the older students, because the authors to whose work I introduce them in the ancient Greek and Latin literature in translation courses were writing for grown-ups, and those students have the life experiences those authors expected their readers to bring with them.
As the years have gone by and tuition has spiraled up, the older students have become a rarity. If the best-case scenario for the future comes to pass and US colleges and universities either stop charging tuition altogether, or at least lower it to the same percentage of median household income it was a couple of decades ago, they might come back. If they do, I should think they would benefit from concentrating on their majors first, then doing other courses. People who've been away from school for a long time are often nervous about resuming the role of student. If they can get that nervousness out of the way while doing something they already know they want to do, they'll be at their peak coming into subjects that hadn't been on their radar. They will then get the full benefit of those courses, and their classmates and teachers will benefit from association with them.
Likewise with advanced undergrads of the usual late teens- early twenties cohort. Taking courses outside their major when they have a grip on their major and are looking forward to the next stage of their lives, they should be able to see that, however important their specialty is, there are other forms of expertise, and those forms have something to offer as well.
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Maps and Territories
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It's odd how the mind works. If you'd asked me last night if I'd ever heard the phrase "stackable probabilities," I would have said that I had not. Yet this morning, I woke up from a dream in which I was looking at a photograph of the surface of the Moon while a voice in the background<|fim_middle|> our capitalist system, with all its characteristic virtues and vices. But I would say that CCI's philanthropic structure maximizes those virtues and minimizes the accompanying vices.
As it does with loyalty and betrayal, the market introduces complexity into the experiences of authority and subversion. So an employee is under the authority of an employer and sometimes under the authority of the client, but occasionally is required to give the client direction. This need not be an especially frustrating complex of roles, but it does make it difficult to see how there can be any great moral significance in any particular phase of it. The relationship between dog and handler, however, is one in which the lines of authority are crystal clear. And it is the mutual need and mutual care that keeps those lines of authority functioning.
So maybe my response to my friend wasn't quite as silly as any response to the question "What is the meaning of life?" must initially sound. I'm not planning to work it up into a scholarly project of any sort, because I'm not actually the sort of person who wants to have an answer to that question, but I've posted it here for what it's worth.
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Some what-ifs
I recently posted a much-too-long comment on Peter Hitchens' blog. Mr Hitchens had posted about one of his recurrent themes, that, contrary to what the popular phrase "special relationship" might suggest, the United States does not in fact treat the United Kingdom in a markedly more indulgent fashion than it brings to its treatment of its other allies. He gave a series of examples of hard bargains the US had driven in its relations with the UK. The last of these examples was the aid the US gave to Britain in the period 1940-1941, which was conditioned on Britain's yielding to the US a large portion of its gold reserves, its shares in many US and Latin American firms, and its naval bases in the Western hemisphere. To this I responded as follows:
Well, with regard to US policy towards the British Empire in 1940 and 1941, I do think you are overlooking rather an important point. It did seem quite likely from May of 1940 on that Britain might very well surrender to Germany. The expectation that Britain would surrender seems to have motivated, for example, Hitler's declaration of war on the USA. Without Britain among the allied powers, the USA would have been as impotent in Europe in the 1940s as Britain and France were in Poland in 1939. In view of that expectation, Hitler would likely have thought of his declaration of war on the USA on 11 December 1941 much as Argentines may have thought of their country's declaration of war on Germany on 27 March 1945, a costless gesture designed to appease a nervous ally.
If we look back at the events between May 1940 and December 1941, not in the light of the Allies' eventual victory, but of the United Kingdom's probable defeat, both Washington's demands and London's acquiescence in them become far less of a scandal. Even if Germany had not chosen to occupy Britain after its defeat, it is likely that the Nazi regime would have found ways to help itself to at least as much of Britain's gold reserves and other financial assets as the USA in fact claimed, making the Reich a major presence in business in the USA and the leading economic power in Latin America. Had the Nazis added Britain's naval bases and other imperial assets in the Western Hemisphere to this economic power, the USA would have been entirely incapable of making a contribution to any war against either Germany or Japan.
In that light, I think we can see the Roosevelt government's demands and the Churchill government's concessions as a kind of super-Dunkirk. Without actually making British surrender more likely, these concessions represented the choice of a postwar environment in which the far Western boundary of German power would in no case exceed the shores of the Atlantic. Even in the event of the absolute worst case scenario for the UK, in which the Germans occupied and subjugated Britain, a great power would still exist somewhere in the world that was neither fascist nor communist, with a population that speaks English and courts that occasionally cite Magna Carta. Such a power might not be in a position to intervene militarily on the island of Britain, but its example could embolden guerrilla resistance to the Germans. A United Kingdom government of the period may even have harbored the fond wish that the continued viability of the USA might foster a certain residue of respect for Englishness even among Nazi occupiers. This fond wish may look silly in retrospect, as we consider what we know of the Nazi regime, but at the time might not have been an altogether contemptible basis for policy.
The alternative surrender scenario, in which the British Empire had held onto enough of its assets for its fall to terminate the USA as a world power, would in the short term have given Germany and Japan free hands in their expansionist programs. Considering how wildly those programs were inflated beyond each country's ability to support them, in particular with regard to Germany's invasion of Russia and Japan's invasion of China, it seems likely that they would eventually have collapsed and brought the regimes down with them.
But that only makes the idea of Germany capturing a more-or-less-intact British Empire the more frightening. On the one hand, the Germans, unbothered by the nuisance of a Western front, would doubtless have had time to complete their extermination of European Jewry and to make great headway in their genocidal plans against Gypsies and others. On the other, the force that would eventually have defeated the Germans would not have included the USA, the UK, or any other democratic governments. The Soviet Union alone would have defeated the Reich, and the Red Army would have swept into all the territories it had once controlled. Perhaps that would have been rather a different Soviet Union than the one that actually existed in the late 1940s or early 1950s; it's easy to imagine that Stalin, for example, would not have survived had the Second World War gone much worse than it did for the USSR. But even if the Wehrmacht had done as well against the Soviet Union as Napoleon did against the Tsar, surely it would in the end have been defeated even more thoroughly than was the Grande Armee.
And without the USA in the Western Pacific, Japan's eventual, surely inevitable defeat in China would have come when the Kuomintang forces were even more completely exhausted than they were in 1945. That would have left Mao's Red Army to pick up the pieces, not only in mainland China, but in surrounding countries as well. With no American forces in the region to offer an alternative, the Japanese occupations may have proved merely a prelude to a domination of East Asia by Chinese Communists, as the victories of the Third Reich may have been a prelude to the domination of the rest of the Eastern hemisphere by the Soviet Union.
A nightmare world, certainly. And, as with all nightmares, it grows from long chains of contingency. But I don't think that any of these contingencies are either inherently unlikely to have happened, or unlikely to have haunted the minds of British and American policymakers in the period May 1940-December 1941.
This comment far exceeds the Daily Mail's limit of 500 words, a limit of which I was unaware when I submitted it. (I had never posted a long comment to the Daily Mail's site before, amazingly enough.) I am most grateful to Mr Hitchens for waiving that limit and allowing my post to stand as it is.
A few weeks ago, I read, for the first time, Philip K. Dick's The Man in the High Castle. I suppose the influence of that alternate-history novel can be seen in this comment. I would add that, unlike Dick, I don't propose a scenario in which the USA would be occupied by Nazi Germany and militarist Japan, merely one in which German influence in the Western hemisphere and the absence of a staging area from which to launch attacks against German positions in Europe and Africa made it impossible for the USA to fight against the Third Reich.
by acilius on June 17, 2014 • Permalink
Posted in Idle Musings, Thunderlads at Large
Tagged alternate history, peter hitchens
Posted by acilius on June 17, 2014
https://losthunderlads.com/2014/06/17/some-what-ifs/
The only beliefs likely to survive rational scrutiny are those formed in response to rational scrutiny
Maybe it is possible to categorize the set of a person's beliefs by the importance that person attaches to each of those beliefs. If we visualize a person's collection of beliefs as a sphere, we might imagine a solid core consisting of beliefs to which the person attaches great importance, a loose periphery of beliefs to which the person attaches very little importance, and various layers in between. Over time beliefs would of course shift from one layer to another, so that a belief held only tentatively under one set of circumstances might take on great significance under another set of circumstances.
For example, if I am walking through an unfamiliar part of town, the shape and color of the buildings may not be of any great interest to me. If in that case I were to be asked to describe a building I had passed a few minutes before, I might not be surprised or bothered to be told that my description was in error. My impressions of the details of any given building's appearance might be very tentative, formed only incidentally as I walk along paying attention to the street signs and to features of greater interest. However, if I lost my way and were trying to use those same buildings as landmarks, my ability to describe the buildings would have a direct bearing on my ability to find my way. While I might not care about the buildings for their own sake, I certainly care about that task, and would therefore have a stake in my beliefs about their appearance.
Contact with other people of course has an effect on the movement of beliefs from one layer of significance to another. Contact with an appealing person or group of people who represent a challenge to an idea in or near the core might pull that idea up towards the loose periphery of tentative beliefs, while contact with a hostile person who attacks a peripheral belief might drive that belief down towards or into the core. So, a religious believer who at one time regards it as a core principle of his or her identity that only the practices of his or her religion can make a person virtuous may come to put less emphasis on that belief after meeting and beginning to like a number of apparently virtuous people who do not follow those practices. Conversely, a person who has chosen one candidate for public office over another in the belief that his or her preferred candidate was the slightly better choice may very quickly begin to behave as if the difference between the two candidates was of immense moral significance if some obnoxious person confronts him or her with a demand that s/he shift his or her allegiance to the other one.
A striking example of this latter process took place in my living room some time ago. Mrs Acilius and I were watching a television program in which singers competed for the votes of the text-messaging public. Mrs A had been watching the program from its first installment months before, I was watching it for the first time on the night the winner was announced. As they played the two finalists' previous performances, I said that the female singer seemed much better than her male antagonist. Mrs A agreed that she was the better singer and said that she had voted for her, but insisted that the difference between them was really very slight. "They've just chosen better clips from her performances than from his," she explained. "I wouldn't be at all upset if he won, he's almost as good as she is. I want to buy some of his music, as much as of hers." The male singer did win. Mrs A's immediate response? "How the %$&# did that happen!? She was so much better!" Well, I said, I suppose more people voted for him, and– "People voted for Hitler, too!" So in about fifteen seconds, the man went from being virtually as good as the other singer to being Hitler. When I pointed this out to Mrs A, she burst out laughing. Her belief that the female singer was the better choice floated back up towards the peripheral layer of her tentative, relatively unimportant beliefs.
While beliefs can shift from one layer of importance to another, they often stay at one level for long periods of time. Beliefs about religion, politics, sexuality, economics, and other matters touching group identity and kinship structures tend to cluster at the core, while beliefs that do not have any obvious bearing on one's social position or on any task one is attempting to perform tend to remain in the periphery. It strikes me that this has implications for the concept of rationality. What sorts of ideas are subjected to rational scrutiny? Ideas in the periphery are too unimportant to subject to sustained analysis, unless one is a student in a humanities course looking for a paper topic. On the other hand, ideas in the core are too important to subject to sustained analysis. Challenging them brings discomfort and makes enemies. Only a powerful incentive can ensure that a person will test them thoroughly, and even then defensive bias can be expected to enter in at every point unless one is guided by the most robust methodological constraints.
Of course, there may be times when one takes a perverse pleasure in experiencing discomfort and enmity. I think of an old friend of mine whose second favorite activity is the denunciation of the Roman Catholic Church, its hierarchy, its doctrines, and its practices. The only thing to which she devotes more energy than her jeremiads against the Roman Catholic Church is participation in her local Roman Catholic parish, of which she has long been one of the mainstays. Clearly the denunciations and the devotions are two parts of the same complex of behavior, though how exactly that complex fits together I cannot say.
There are also times when people take pleasure in inflicting discomfort on others and displaying enmity towards them. At those times, a critic of core beliefs might show both an aggressive bias in treating the beliefs that are explicitly under attack and defensive bias in an attempt to preserve other beliefs, even beliefs that are closely related to them. We often see this in debates between political partisans or religious sectarians who seem to each other to be separated by vast ideological gulfs, while outsiders find the differences between them incomprehensibly subtle. I confess to having spent a significant amount of time during the 2012 US presidential campaign listening to supporters of the two chief candidates explain in all earnestness that the health insurance reform one of them had sponsored as governor of Massachusetts was in reality profoundly different from the health insurance reform the other had signed as president, despite all appearances to the contrary. I did my best to avoid probing into this topic when in conversation with committed partisans on either side, and every time I failed to express solemn agreement with their talking points I elicited a flash of real anger that I only made worse by laughing in their faces.
Between "Don't Care" and "Don't Dare"
Rational scrutiny, then, is something that takes place mostly in the intermediate layers between the core and the periphery. This suggests a troubling reflection. The history of philosophy, the history of art, the history of science, all suggest that the only beliefs likely to survive rational scrutiny are those formed in response to rational scrutiny. Even a belief supported by such compelling evidence as the belief that the Sun, the stars, and the planets revolve around the Earth eventually collapsed when it was subjected to examination. If neither the beliefs in the core nor those in the periphery are regularly challenged, then it is only in the intermediate layers, between the outer periphery of beliefs we do not care about sufficiently to challenge them and the inner core of beliefs that we do not dare to challenge, that we can expect any significant percentage of our ideas to be capable of withstanding rational scrutiny.
This may explain why descriptions of rationality so often tend to drift into discussions of problem-solving, even among people who theoretically disagree with thinkers like Max Weber or the pragmatists who would identify rationality with problem-solving. Our intermediate-importance beliefs tend to be those which we use in performing specific tasks. So most rational scrutiny takes place among these beliefs, and in the course of problem-solving. That in turn may go some distance towards explaining the popularity of ideas which depict rationality and emotion as so deeply opposed to each other that any high level of attainment in abstract reasoning is to be taken as evidence of emotional immaturity, and vice versa.
Indeed, such ideas are so widely taken for granted that it may seem odd to suggest that their popularity needs explaining. To me it has always seemed odd that our culture posits such a stark opposition between reasoning and feeling. It is as if we all regarded it as a self-evident truth that there is a war between hands and feet, and that anyone who has exceptional manual dexterity must on that account have difficulty walking, or that any accomplished dancer must be at a loss when called upon to make use of his or her hands. Regarding hands and feet, the opposite is of course more nearly true. The more adept one is in using any part of the body, the less distracting that part will tend to be when trying to use another part. Surely it is the same with emotions and reasoning, other things being equal. The more mature and integrated one's emotional state, the wider the range of topics about which one can reason calmly for sustained periods; the more experience one has using reason rigorously, the narrower the range of unfamiliar ideas that are likely to prompt one to seize up with panic. So why do we assume that expert reasoners must be emotionless automatons, or that deeply happy people must live by pure feeling, not sicklied o'er by the pale cast of thought?
That rational scrutiny, in practice, is confined for the most part to a rather narrow band of ideas might explain why it is so commonplace to draw this absurdly stark opposition. To subject ideas to rational scrutiny seems to imply that they are neither core beliefs, which because of their sensitivity must be exempt from such criticism, or tentative impressions, which because of their triviality do not merit such serious attention. To set no bounds to rational inquiry may therefore seem to suggest that one has no core beliefs, no tentative impressions, and indeed no sense of proportion whatever. It is difficult to see how a person of that sort would be able to empathize with others, and if one had chosen to become such a person it would be reasonable to suspect that one was hiding from some sort of deep pain. However, that suggestion need not be accurate. One can have a strong sense of proportion while numbering among one's core beliefs the conviction that rational scrutiny is of sufficient value that any belief might be subject to it. Training in philosophy, the arts, science, or any of a number of fields might underpin such a conviction. Living in accord with that conviction can be a sign, not of perversity or hostility, but of courage.
by acilius on June 5, 2013 • Permalink
Tagged philosophy, rationality
Posted by acilius on June 5, 2013
https://losthunderlads.com/2013/06/05/the-only-beliefs-likely-to-survive-rational-scrutiny-are-those-formed-in-response-to-rational-scrutiny/ | explained that "a map is not an image depicting a territory, it is a graphic representation of related sets of stackable probabilities."
I woke up before the voice could explain what that meant. Since I have never studied statistics, and did not know until I googled it that there really is such a phrase as "stackable probabilities," probably the only way a voice in a dream of mine could explain it would be if I were sleeping in a room where someone was giving such an explanation. Making it even stranger that such a phrase would pop into my head, most of the results for "stackable probability" that came up in that Google search were from gaming forums, and I haven't spent any time playing or discussing electronic games since about 1983.
Anyway, it is in fact plausible that someone might describe a map as graphic representation of related sets of stackable probabilities. As I understand it, a set of probabilities is stackable if it is made up of a series of variables, each of which is dependent on the item preceding it in the series but independent of the item following it. So there can be river systems only where the parts of a landmass vary in elevation, but parts of a landmass can vary in elevation where there are no river systems.
It becomes plausible to think of maps as summaries of probability structures rather than as images of territory when we consider that maps of large areas of the Earth's surface do not feature cloud formations, and that maps of coastlines do not show the tide either coming in or going out. It's virtually certain that a satellite photo of a continent or an ocean would show at least a few clouds, and utterly certain that the seas continuously show tidal motion, but there is no relationship between the probability that any particular cloud formation or state of the tides will prevail at a given moment and the probability that a user will consult the map at that moment.
Standard features of large-scale maps of populated areas, features such as mountains, rivers, roads, cities, centers of extractive industry, coasts, political boundaries, etc, are likely to be there and to be of interest to a user of the map. Moreover, these standard features are also the features most plainly related to each other. Roads connect cities to each other and to centers of extractive industry, unless mountains, coastlines, or political boundaries block them; rivers flow from mountains to coasts and cities grow along them; etc.
In my dream, I was looking at a photograph of the surface of the Moon. There are no rivers, roads, cities, industries, coasts, or political boundaries there. So, what is the difference between a photograph of the Moon's surface and a map of the Moon's surface? Add labels naming the mountains, craters, maria, etc, add notations of the elevation of those features, and isn't the result a map?
The map is not the territory. Also the map is not the coffee. There are many mistakes that can be made with maps.
— Genitive Of Of (@GenitiveOfOf) November 17, 2015
I'm inclined to think not. Several times Apollo astronauts lost their way on the Moon; the best-known such episode came during the Apollo 14 extra-vehicular activity, when Alan Shepard and Edgar Mitchell lost so much time trying to orient themselves that they did not manage to reach the rim of Cone Crater, a key mission objective. Many have accused Admiral Shepard of showing a cavalier attitude to the geological aspects of the mission; most notable of these is perhaps David Reynolds, author of a well-regarded book called Apollo: The Epic Journey to the Moon, 1963-1972 (Zenith Press, 2013.) Be that as it may, Captain Mitchell is a famously conscientious man (as witness his willingness to sound rather odd at times,) and it is difficult to believe that he did not use every available resource to prepare himself for such an important assignment.
I suspect the problem was that the resources available to Captain Mitchell and his superior officer included too many photographs and too few real maps. On a surface where the horizon is so much closer than it is on the Earth, people do not have conventional reference points and cannot rely on reflexive mental habits to determine their location. The essential visual aid for such travelers is therefore one which illustrates, not the surface features which their experience on Earth has not prepared them to interpret, but such statistical relationships among those surface features as are likely to shape their journey.
by acilius on November 30, 2015 • Permalink
Posted in Idle Musings, Language, philosophy
Tagged maps, psychology, stackable probabilities
Posted by acilius on November 30, 2015
https://losthunderlads.com/2015/11/30/maps-and-territories/
Why are some shy people interested in politics?
Dude stole my game
As a child, I was both unusually shy and unusually interested in politics. As early as the age of eight, I was reading up on campaigns and legislation.
I think that what appealed to me about politics was the same thing that made me so shy. In politics, I saw people interacting according to rules that were explained in words and charts. Those explanations represented a promise that political activity would eventually be comprehensible. I could start by learning the rules, and work out from there in my efforts to figure out what was going on among the people involved. Moreover, the adults I knew best, when the topic of politics came up, would speculate and try to puzzle out what was really going on among political figures. Meanwhile, in the actual social life around me, I saw people interacting in ways that I found utterly mystifying. In something like ordinary small talk, I couldn't find any set of rules that I could start by learning, and it seemed that not only all of the adults in my life, but even all the other children knew exactly what was going on and couldn't understand why I was confused.
As I grew up, I did find rules I could understand and follow in my interactions with others, and by the time I was college age I was about average in my number of friends and level of comfort in social situations. As that developed, my interest in politics tapered off. So one evening when I was in college, my phone rang and it was my brother asking me what a particular presidential candidate had just said in a televised debate. Remembering me as I'd been several years before, he was surprised to find that I wasn't watching the debate, and amazed that I had to get off the phone because I was going out on a date.
I'm still interested in politics, as readers of this blog will have noticed. I do find it difficult to resist a political discussion when I'm among friends, and even more difficult to avoid mentally dwelling on political topics when I feel isolated from friends. But I'm a married man whose wife is only mildly interested in politics as such, and we have a fairly active social life. For my wife, politics is interesting mostly when it relates to feeding the hungry and stopping war. She is a Quaker by conviction, and her religion puts those issues at the center of public life. For many of our friends, politics is interesting as a way of building a feeling of team spirit. They enjoy getting together with others who all root for the same political party, much as they enjoy rooting for the same sporting franchises. I recognize the importance of the issues and am not immune to the appeal of team spirit, but my background as a one-time obsessive who found in politics an intelligibility that eluded him in everyday social interaction inclines me to value process, impartiality, and fair play to an extent that is alien to most of my acquaintances. I think that it is important that there should be people who have that inclination, and so I think that people with such a background, depressing as it undoubtedly is in some ways, have a contribution to make to the political life of the community.
It is probably best that we make our contribution in roles outside elected office, however. I can think of a number of strong introverts who have attained high political office, and they haven't generally turned out too well. People who knew Richard Nixon all remarked on his intense shyness; it was by dint of great intelligence and self-discipline that Nixon was able to rise to the US presidency. When that self-discipline broke down, though, Nixon plunged into a whirlwind of anger and self-pity that expressed itself in bizarre behavior, most obviously in regard to the Watergate matter. Barack Obama seems to be just as deeply introverted as was Richard Nixon, though more self-disciplined- certainly Mr O has never allowed himself a public display like Nixon's infamous 1962 "last press conference":
I'm no fan of Mr O, any more than I am of Nixon or any other US president since Warren G. Harding. While it is possible that Richard Nixon and Barack Obama may, as shy children, have been drawn to politics for the same reasons that I was drawn to it, their time as active participants in politics at the highest levels kept that experience from settling into a concern for process, impartiality, and fair play, and indeed the two of them stand at the opposite extreme from me in regard to those values. So the role that people like me ought to play is not one in which they are directly involved in competition for office or particularly influential as individuals, but in which we are a subset of the population whose goodwill policymakers would like to have. That's where blogs each of which attracts about a hundred readers a day come in. A site like this one is of infinitesimal significance by itself, but considering that a couple of hundred thousand of us maintain similar blogs, we as a group occasionally sway enough opinions that policymakers are wise include us as one factor in their decision-making processes.
There are other ways in which introverts can have an influence on the political process, of course. Rich introverts can give money, introverts with special expertise can become staff aides, introverts with the time to devote to it can volunteer for campaigns and make themselves indispensable to parties and candidates, etc. But all of these forms of involvement tend to engage the competitive drives, and can very quickly undermine the very qualities that give our contribution its value. So something like blogging is essential for the shy citizen to do all s/he can to promote the common good.
by acilius on September 17, 2015 • Permalink
Posted in Idle Musings, Politics
Tagged psychology
Posted by acilius on September 17, 2015
https://losthunderlads.com/2015/09/17/why-are-some-shy-people-interested-in-politics/
Rationality and patriotism
Here's a quote from the late Bill Hicks that often shows up on social media sites:
http://billhicks.tumblr.com/post/13222016013/i-was-over-in-australia-and-got-asked-are-you
It goes on:
http://billhicks.tumblr.com/post/19321691401/i-hate-patriotism-i-cant-stand-it-man-it-makes
I do think this rather misses the point. Certainly it would have been absurd for Hicks to have taken credit for being an American, as it would have been absurd for him to have taken credit for being his parents' child. That is not at all the same thing as saying that it would have been absurd for him to have taken pride in his relationship to them and their native land.
Take for example the matter of achievements. Children want their parents to take pride in their achievements, and parents want their children to take pride in their achievements. But if parents took credit for their children's achievements, or vice versa, it would be a betrayal.
Likewise with regard to one's country. A person who had done something extraordinary would no doubt be pleased to find that s/he had become a source of pride for his or her countrymen. Were s/he to find that those countrymen were trying to efface his or her name and to take credit for his or her achievements for themselves, I am sure that s/he would react with dismay and anger.
Taking pride in, but not credit for, the achievements of one's countrymen is part of patriotism, just as taking pride in, but not credit for, the achievements of one's family members is part of devotion to family. There are many other parts to each of these things. Affection to other members of the group, eagerness to defend the group when it is attacked, willingness to sacrifice one's own individual interests for the sake of the group's collective interest, all of these belong both to family devotion and to patriotism.
Nor is this the whole story of patriotism as a virtue. I've been developing an interest in Moral Foundations Theory ever since I finally got around to reading Jonathan Haidt's 2012 book The Righteous Mind a few months ago. Professor Haidt, a social psychologist with an interest in anthropology, concludes in that book that in the ethical systems of the world, people consistently show concern with a few major oppositions. He and his associates summarize the most readily identifiable of these as Care vs Harm, Fairness vs Cheating, Liberty vs Oppression, Loyalty vs Betrayal, Authority vs Subversion, and Sanctity vs Degradation.
Professor Haidt is not a Perennialist like my hero Irving Babbitt, who held that the wisdom traditions of every culture and age could be distilled into a set of doctrines and that his personal system of ethical and aesthetic and political beliefs was identical to that set of doctrines. Rather, he argues that these oppositions crop up in the ethical experience of people in culture after culture, and that practical morality in all of the infinite variety of forms it takes among the world's peoples is usually an attempt to address all of these oppositions all at once. So, people try to be caring, fair, free, loyal, orderly, and pure, all at the same time. Professor Haidt criticizes academic philosophy for a tendency to isolate one or the other of these oppositions and focus on it to the exclusion of the rest, and more broadly criticizes the WEIRD (Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, Democratic) cultural elites for their tendency to reduce morality to Care, Fairness, and Liberty, disregarding or actively deprecating the values of Loyalty, Authority, and Sanctity. Professor Haidt claims that, among other ills, this disregard leads to political polarization, as the less WEIRD members of Western societies find that they cannot trust the educated elite to attend to matters which they, like most people in the world, consider to be of great moral weight.
If we take our cue from Professor Haidt and his fellows, we might want to develop a concept of patriotism that would draw on all six of the principal moral foundations. We would need a standard of care that imposes a special obligation to look after one's countrymen, without denying that others may also have a claim on our kindly ministrations.
As for fairness and cheating, something of that concern enters into our distinction between taking pride in something and taking credit for it. It would be cheating to take credit for something another person did, but would also be cheating to refuse to take pride in what that person did if they were connected to us in a way that would entitle them to hope that they would make us proud. A citizen who refuses to take pride in a countryman who discovers a great scientific truth or creates a magnificent work of art or wins a major athletic contest or conducts herself bravely in combat is cheating that countryman, just as a parent who refuses to take pride in a child's achievements is cheating that child. Fairness, indeed, demands that we take pride in the great deeds of our countrymen.
Inasmuch as the opposition of Liberty vs Oppression is obviously political, in a world of nation-states efforts to cultivate Liberty as a virtue must be obviously patriotic as well. Liberty is always liberty as expressed in a given country, by its people, within its customs, under its laws; oppression is always oppression of a given people, in violation of their customs, in contempt of the restraints that law places on the exercise of power. So liberty is a patriotic virtue. When Nathan Hale resisted the British in defense of the liberties of Connecticut, he saw himself as his fellow rebels saw him, as a patriot. Whether or not Hale actually died with the words "I regret that I have but one life to give for my country" on his lips, he certainly does symbolize a conception of patriotism that is very much alive to the opposition Liberty vs Oppression. Likewise with an organization such as Veterans for Peace, with its slogan "Peace is Patriotic." Their focus is consistently on the ways in which militarism and the war economy erode the freedoms for which Americans have long hoped their country would be known.
When you get to Loyalty vs Betrayal, patriotism starts to have its unpleasant associations. There's a very long and extremely familiar history of irresponsible ruling elites branding all opposition to themselves as betrayal of the country, and using that smear to justify oppression. I do think that remarks like Bill Hicks' "I hate patriotism!" and similar statements from the political Left are counterproductive in that they make it difficult for others to trust that anyone on the Left will appreciate the value of Loyalty, and that in that distrust they tend to be dissatisfied with any but the crudest conceptions of loyalty.
Authority vs Subversion strikes liberal ears with an even nastier ring than that of Loyalty vs Betrayal. The essence of modernity is rebellion, the essence of liberalism is rebellion institutionalized as a permanent feature of civic life. That isn't to say that modern, liberal people can never accept authority as legitimate, but that they can find legitimacy only in authority that is the byproduct of an adversarial process, such as an election, a market competition, or court trial. So in a modern, liberal society, we have to develop a patriotism that can be expressed through adversarial processes and notions peculiar to adversarial processes (such as "rights," for example.) That is to say, a modern, liberal patriot must value adversarial processes, participate in them, respect other participants, and accept the outcomes of those processes.
Sanctity vs Degradation is largely about keeping symbols intact. That's why Bill Hicks' suggestion that "instead of putting stars and stripes on our flags we should put pictures of our parents fucking" in order to destroy patriotism is apt. That would certainly degrade both the flag and the parents, pointing to a rejection of both patriotism and devotion to family. Considered as a dimension of patriotism, then, Sanctity vs Degradation brings to mind the idea of ceremonial regard for patriotic symbols. It also suggests that the range of things we treat as patriotic symbols should be subject to dramatic expansion. So the conservation movement that led to the creation of US National Parks in the early twentieth century presented the country itself as a patriotic symbol, and many social welfare proposals have succeeded because the people of the country were seen as patriotic symbols. That's one of the reasons why the moral imagination and the religious imagination are so often so deeply intertwined, that they both reject any attempt to confine the symbolic realm to limits set by explicitly rational thought.
Tagged bill hicks, ethics, moral foundations theory, patriotism, rationality, WEIRD
https://losthunderlads.com/2015/07/22/rationality-and-patriotism/
The meaning of life (seriously- well, almost seriously)
A year or so ago a friend of mine asked me a series of questions, to each of which I happened to know the answer. After I'd told her everything she wanted to know about whatever trivial subject she was asking about (it must have been a trivial subject for me to have had all the answers,) she asked, "okay, what's the meaning of life?" I laughed. She pressed me on it. I decided to play along.
My wife, Mrs Acilius, has cerebral palsy that affects her arms and legs in a big way, but her cognitive abilities hardly at all. So a wheelchair and a trained dog can fill in for everything she needs to make her way in life as an independent person with a professional career. At about the time my friend insisted that I craft an answer to the question "What is the meaning of life?," I'd been spending more time than usual involved with her dog and his training, and was thinking that there might be some kind of deep cosmic significance in it. So I took a shot at the question based on that.
Maybe, I said, it's something to do with a reciprocity between care and need. Mrs Acilius' relationship with her dog has a meaning to her that a relationship with a human whom she or some social services agency paid to perform the same tasks wouldn't have. She and the dog both need each other and both care for each other. A paid human attendant might need a job, but might not need her; she might need the help the attendant provided, but might not need the attendant. In other words, the need that goes toward making a relationship meaningful isn't just what the parties in it need from each other, but that they need each other. And what completes that meaning is that those who need each other care for each other.
This came back to mind this afternoon as I was reading an article on 3 Quarks Daily about the value of children's lives relative to other people's lives. The author, Thomas Rodham Wells, tries to fit children into a utilitarian moral scheme where they are "special, but not particularly important." I am not a utilitarian, for many reasons, some of which I explain here. I do think that Mr Wells' article is well worth reading, not only because he is a most sophisticated utilitarian, but also because his article can help to flesh out the idea that the meaning of life can be found in a relationship between care and need.
For Mr Wells, children are special because of their extreme neediness:
Children are special in one particular, their extreme neediness. They have quite specific often urgent needs that only suitably motivated adults can meet, and the younger they are, the greater their neediness. That makes children's care and protection a moral priority in any civilised society – there are lots of things that aren't as important and should give rightly way to meeting children's needs. As a result, children create multiple obligations upon their care-givers, as well second-order obligations on society in general, to ensure those needs are met.
Yet the fact that you should give way to an ambulance attending an emergency doesn't mean that the person in the ambulance is more important than you; only that her needs right now are more important than you getting to work on time. Likewise, the immanence of children's neediness should often determine how we rank the priorities of actions we want to do, such as interrupting a movie to attend to a baby's cries.
However, the special priority neediness confers on children's needs is not to be confused with extraordinary value. Indeed, children are, other things being equal, less valuable than are adults:
People's lives get more valuable as they 'grow up' because part of growing up is having more life to live. The greatest part of the value of a human life, as opposed to that of a merely sentient animal like a mouse, relates to the development of personhood. Persons are what children are supposed to grow up to become. Persons are able to relate to themselves in a forward and backward looking fashion, to tell a story about where they have come from and where they are going, to determine how they should live, and so on. Persons are able to relate to other persons as independent equals, to explain and justify themselves, to make and keep promises, and so on. Personhood in this sense normally rises over the course of a life, peaking generally around the mid 50s, the traditional prime of life, before beginning to decline again.
The trouble with our attitude to children is that the less like this idea of a person they are the more valuable children's lives are supposed to be. The younger and more inchoate their minds and the shallower their ability to relate to themselves, others, or the world the more important they are held to be and the greater the tragedy if one should die. Of course I don't deny that the death of a child is a tragedy for her parents, I'm quite convinced of the depth of their anguish. But the fact of their grief that doesn't address the issue of relative value. Is it really the case that the death of a baby is an objectively worse thing to happen in this world than the death of a toddler than the death of a teenager than the death of that middle-aged accountant?
The death of an adult person is a tragedy because a sophisticated unique consciousness has been lost; a life in progress, of plans and ideals and relationships with other persons, has been broken off. The death of a young child, is also a tragedy, but it seems a comparatively one-sided one, the loss of an tremendously important part of her parents' lives.
I suspect that the idea that lives are to be valued because of their narrative content is more defensible than the idea that actions are to be valued because of their net contribution to the amount of pleasure (minus pain) in the world, and so I say that Mr Wells' utilitarianism is more sophisticated than is the garden variety of that school. Still, like other utilitarians he ends up putting lives in order by the rank of their worthiness to live. In the Book of Genesis, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob specializes in this sort of ranking and presumably carries it out according to some rational plan, but I think it is safe to say that the job of the God of Genesis is unlikely to come open any time soon. Failing that, the only scenarios in which it is at all necessary to rank particular lives by worthiness of life that are at all likely to befall any of Mr Wells' readers may be battlefield cases where time is extremely short and highly-developed ethical codes are of little use.
Still, reciprocity of need and care, the potential for such reciprocity, need for a person rather than for anything one might get from that person, these are all narrative concepts, and all involve the kind of growth and strength upon which Mr Wells places such a premium. Even a utilitarianism much cruder than his, which would be blind to these concepts, would still highlight the requirement that the needy person also have the ability to answer the other's need for such a relation to have importance.
One of the weaknesses with the idea that The Meaning of Life is to be found in a reciprocal relationship between need and care is that people's actual experience of moral reasoning in cultures around the world has many more than one dimension. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt has recently attracted a good deal of attention with a model of what people are actually talking about when they talk about right and wrong, a model that operates on 6 dimensions. One of these dimensions, an axis running from care to harm, is predominant in the thinking of many in Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, Democratic (WEIRD) circles. Indeed, classical utilitarians do not recognize any other component to morality than care and harm. Looking beyond the WEIRD world, though, we find that, while humans in all times and places tend to agree that it is usually good to care for others and bad to harm them, they also place great importance on other concerns as well. Professor Haidt arranges these other concerns in five further dimensions of moral reasoning: loyalty vs betrayal, sanctity vs degradation, fairness vs cheating, liberty vs oppression, and authority vs subversion.
To go back to the example of my wife and her service dog, I think we can bring all of these dimensions to bear in explaining the superiority of a canine companion over a human employee. Compare the direction of loyalty in the relationship between dog and handler with the direction of loyalty in the relationship between client and employee. Dog and handler are loyal to each other. Unless something has gone very far wrong, that loyalty is typically deep and untroubled. Between client and employee, however, there is a complex network of competing loyalties. The client and employee may or may not develop a loyalty to each other. The employee, however, must also be loyal to whoever is paying his or her wages, who may be the client, but more likely is a social services agency, an insurance company, etc. And in a capitalist economy, an employee cannot avoid being both cheated and oppressed unless s/he throws aside all loyalty to his or her employer and clients when negotiating wages and conditions of employment. That isn't to deny that this suspension of loyalty, like the suspension of disbelief when watching a play, can sometimes in the long run strengthen what was once suspended, but the sheer complexity of loyalty as a phenomenon within the marketplace does mean participants in the marketplace have a harder time building up loyalty as a virtue than they do when participating in other institutions.
In the matter of sanctity vs degradation, the reciprocity of care and need that the dog offers the handler brings sanctity into settings where a client and a human attendant might have to make a special effort to avoid degradation. Sometimes a dog helps a handler to dress and undress, to bathe, and to do other things during which the handler is exposed and vulnerable. The handler does the same for the dog, and the dog looks to the handler for every need. Therefore there is nothing degrading about receiving such service. Human attendants are usually trained to be respectful and inclined to be so, but even so, there is something demoralizing about the helplessness one feels when asking for help from someone to whom one can offer no comparable help in return. Again, a qualified professional with the average amount of human compassion will minimize that demoralization, but some trace of it is always there. With the dog, you are building a loving relationship in which both canine and human find something that can only be called sanctity.
As for fairness vs cheating and liberty vs oppression, the dog avoids the problems inherent in an adversarial economic system to which I alluded above. This is especially the case in a program like that which has provided Mrs Acilius with her current service dog and both of his predecessors, Canine Companions for Independence. CCI is funded by donations and operated largely by volunteers; clients pay only their own personal expenses. Of course, it functions within the USA's economic system, so it isn't altogether a utopian scheme. For all that Mrs Acilius is given to telling her dogs that they are "angels from heaven," they are in fact bred and trained using wealth produced in | 6,396 |
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On November 27-28th 2017, the Maria Sibylla Merian Centre Conviviality-Inequality in Latin America hosted the two-day international workshop Researching Conviviality in Unequal Societies: Theories and Methods. The event held at the University of São Paulo brought together scholars from various Latin American and German institutions. In addition to theoretical reflections on conviviality, both local and international researchers debated about different case studies from the continent as well as about methodological challenges when addressing convivial contexts through the lens of politics, norms, culture and the everyday.
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In the course of the five panels, topics from political divisions, rights and normativities, interculturality, interreligiosity, (in)formal markets to popular convivial practices were discussed. As methodological challenges, points as for example the growing importance of big data and social media, as well as the involvement of non-human actors, | 184 |
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The Turn of the Screw by Henry James
I keep coming across books that are said to have been inspired by or similar to Henry James' 1898 classic The Turn of the Screw – Florence and Giles by John Harding, This House is Haunted by John Boyne and The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware, to name a few – so it seemed ridiculous that I still hadn't read the book itself. I decided to put it on my list for this year's R.I.P. challenge, and have finally read it, appropriately just in time for Halloween.
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Felix, on the other hand, enjoys spending time with his cousins, especially Gertrude, with whom he has fallen in love. However, he is not the only one interested in Gertrude – Mr Brand, the minister, is expected to marry her, even though he is clearly better suited to Charlotte. Meanwhile, Clifford Wentworth, who has been sent home from Harvard for drinking, becomes attracted to both Eugenia and Lizzie Acton – while Robert Acton, recently returned from business in China, also turns his attentions to Eugenia. If you think this sounds confusing, you're right. I was reminded of A Midsummer Night's Dream as the relationships between these characters gradually became disentangled and each person found themselves with the right partner (apart from one, but I will leave you to discover who that one is).
The main theme of the book appears to be the differences between European and American people – or rather, the differences as Henry James perceived them in 1878, when the novel was written. The European characters, Felix and Eugenia, are portrayed as emotional, free-spirited people living bohemian lifestyles, while their American cousins are presented as serious, reserved and unsophisticated. They are stereotypes, of course, but probably quite different from the sort of stereotypes that would be used today.
This is a novel driven by the characters and the relationships between them, but I would have preferred more plot as I just didn't find the characters strong enough to keep me interested from beginning to end. Eugenia intrigued me as it is never quite clear what her motives are or what decisions she is going to make, and the cheerful, optimistic Felix brightens every scene in which he appears, but the others were less memorable and I didn't feel that I really got to know any of them. As I've said, though, this is only a short book and I'm sure that when I get round to reading some of James' longer novels there will be more development of characters and ideas.
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This is book 3/50 from my second Classics Club list. | as a ghost story told to a group of friends sitting round the fire at Christmas. It tells of two children left in the care of an uncle after the deaths of their parents. Not wanting to be bothered by his little niece and nephew, the uncle employs a young woman as their governess, giving her strict instructions not to contact him with any complaints or questions and to deal with any problems herself. The governess, who remains unnamed throughout the story, arrives at the family estate, Bly, and gets to know Flora, the younger of her two charges. Flora's brother, Miles, is away at school but shortly after the governess's arrival, he returns home, having been expelled. The governess can't understand this, as Miles, like his sister, appears to be so charming and angelic.
When the governess begins to see two mysterious figures around the grounds of the estate, however, she begins to wonder whether the children are really as innocent as they seem. Learning from the housekeeper that the two figures she has seen closely resemble two previous Bly employees – Miss Jessel and Peter Quint, both of whom are now dead – the governess becomes convinced that she is seeing ghosts. But are the ghosts a figment of her imagination or do they really exist? Are Flora and Miles, as she strongly suspects, secretly aware of them too? And if so, what hold do the ghosts have over the children?
I do wish I'd read this book before now; it was a quick, short read and it would undoubtedly have been better to have read it before reading all those other novels it inspired! Already being familiar with the general outline of the plot before I began did spoil things a little bit, although I still found that some parts of the story were new to me. I didn't find it particularly scary, which in a way I was pleased about as I live alone and don't like to be terrified – but I was also slightly disappointed because surely a good ghost story should be scary. Anyway, it was certainly unsettling, mainly because of the ambiguity. Because of the governess's unreliability as a narrator, we have to decide for ourselves whether the ghosts are real or whether they are not – and there are other questions that are never fully answered either, such as the true nature of the children's relationship with Jessel and Quint or what exactly Miles said and did to get expelled from school.
This is the second book I've read by Henry James and although I found it more entertaining than my first (The Europeans), I don't think I'm ever going to be a fan of his writing style which I find very dry and difficult to engage with. I'm glad I've read this one at last and I will try more of his books, but I'm not expecting him to become a favourite author.
This is book #7 read for this year's R.I.P. event.
The Europeans by Henry James
I'm ashamed to say that this is the first book I've read by Henry James. Despite my love of 19th century literature, he is just not an author who has ever appealed to me and although I have started to read one or two of his novels in the past, I have never made it to the end of any of them. When I started to compile my new Classics Club list last year, Ottavia of Novels and Non Fiction recommended a few Henry James books that I might like and I decided on The Europeans based mainly, I have to admit, on the fact that it seemed quite short so I thought I would have a better chance of finishing it. I did finish it – and although I didn't love it, I now feel more confident about reading more of his books in the future.
The 'Europeans' of the title are thirty-three-year-old Eugenia, Baroness Münster, and her younger brother, Felix Young, an artist. Eugenia's morganatic marriage to Prince Adolf of Silberstadt-Schreckenstein looks to be in danger of falling apart. The prince's family want to dissolve the marriage for political reasons and, although Eugenia has not yet given her consent, she has come to America with Felix to look for a rich American husband. The Youngs have cousins who live in Boston and on their arrival in New England, they spend some time getting to know them.
The American branch of the family consists of Mr Wentworth, his son Clifford, and his two daughters, Charlotte and Gertrude. Another cousin, Robert Acton, also lives nearby with his younger sister, Lizzie. Although she makes an effort at first, Eugenia decides that she has no desire to become part of the Wentworth's social circle:
She had come to this quiet corner of the world under the weight of a cruel indignity, and she had been so gracefully, modestly thankful for the rest she found there. She had joined that simple circle over the way; she had mingled in its plain, provincial talk; she had shared its meagre and savorless pleasures. She had | 1,031 |
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Rotary Club of Polmont - Welcome!
Last Night, 3/4/19, we welcomed Emma Allan to our meeting. Emma is a 4th Year pupil at Braes High School. Emma has been successful in securing a place in the World Challenge 2020 expedition to Cambodia. As a part of this she has to raise her own funding of approximately £4000. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity that will help develop skills she will use throughout her life and build deeper confidence. In an excellent presentation Emma outlined the fund raising activities she has been involved in. She went on to explain in detail some of the activities the team would be expected to participate in. Emma will be helping teach English, assisting in Building Projects as well as checking out the Rain Forrest area. Emma answered a good number of Questions and we enjoyed her presentation. We wish Emma well on her adventure to Cambodia.
We were delighted to receive a certificate from Poppy Scotland detailing the excellent Total of £4207.58 collected in Polmont and the Braes Area. Thanks are due to everyone who contributed - we really appreciate the continued support from our loyal friends in our area. Thanks also to all Polmont Rotary and Family Members who assisted with the Distribution, Collection and uplift of all the cans. Thanks to Tesco who hosted us over a number of days and also counted and banked the monies. We also wish to thank all the other shops and schools that helped by taking a can and collecting.
President Jim with Sarah Jane Bayliss. Sarah Jane is an advanced Driving Instructor with Police Scotland and she gave an excellent talk on her career path and her work as a Car and<|fim_middle|> to every member, club and Disitrict throughout the world to support Polio now to rid the world of Polio. One way is to get involved in the Crocus project to either by a lapel crocus or plant purple crocus for the spring. Polmont is getting involved in both these projects. President Nancy wished Olive all the best for a happy and succesful year as 1020 DG. Thanks for coming to visit the Polmont Rotary Club Olive.
Finlay Nicholson was the recipient of the Rotary Club of Polmont's Community Award. Seen here being presented with the Cup by President Brian Glanville. Finlay was nominated by Mrs Lawson Eades and he is a worthy recipient. He has been involved with the Forth Valley Talking Newspaper Association (Newsline) for 20 years. For most of that time he has been responsible for producing, recording and copying the Monthly Audio Magazine. We are delighted to have Finlay as our recipient of our Community Award which is sponsored by Atif Bashir of the Falkirk Dental Practice.
Left to Right: Mrs Lawson Eades, who Nominated Finlay, Mr Atif Bashir, from Falkirk Dental Practice, who have sponsored the award for a number of years. Recipient Finlay Nicholson and President Brian Glanville.
Craig Arthur and Jillian Violaris from SP Energy Newtworks, with President Brian Glanville, were our speakers on the occasion of our Community award for 2105 / 2106. They gave a very interesting presentation to Rotarians, Partners and Guests.
The Club decided to present DG Andy with a Paul Harris Fellowship because of all his hard work for District 1020 and for the Credit he has brought to the Office and the Club. Congratulations Andy!
Inchyra Grange Hotel and Spa.
The Rotary Club of Polmont Swimarathon 2016 took place on Saturday, the 20th February at Grangemouth Sports Centre. 30 teams took part with 150 swimmers. The teams and swimmers were entered from all over the Falkirk area and comprised of local secondary schools, local businesses and other organisations. The teams were asked to swim as many lengths as possible in 55 minutes, with one swimmer from each team in the pool at any one time (relay style).
At the end of the event the total number of lengths completed were 3,730 = 93,250 metres (25m lengths) = 58 miles, quite an amazing distance in such a short time. The team that completed the most lengths in 55 minutes were from SP Energy (Scottish Power) and they swam an incredible 203 lengths. The runners up were Denny High School with 200 lengths and the relay was so close at the end of the session, and very exciting to watch, as both teams pushed themselves to their limits.
The Provost of Falkirk, Pat Reid, was in attendance plus Rotary District Governor (DG) Andrew Ireland (also a member of Polmont Rotary), along with President Brian Glanville. DG Andrew also took part in the Swimarathon- well done Andy!
The Rotary Club of Polmont Swimarathon 2016 raised £9,500 for Radio Forth Cash for Kids.
All the monies raised are earmarked to help sick, disabled and disadvantaged children in the Falkirk area.
Willie Hunter, Trustee Board Chairman of Cash For Kids receiving a cheque for £9500 from President Nominee Iain Morrison of Polmont Rotary Club. Also in the photo are Ken Donald, Swimarathon Organiser, Emma Kemp, CFK Charity Manager, and far right, the Inchyra Grange Hotel and Spa General manager Stuart Maxwell - our sponsor. The amount doesn't include Gift Aid to be claimed. A fantastic effort from the Club with the support of Cash for Kids, Radio Forth, the Inchyra Grange Hotel, Falkirk Community Trust and the staff of Grangemouth Swimming Pool and of course all the teams and their sponsors, not forgetting the Club members and family who help run the event.
Congratulations to our winning team, SP Energy Networks who swam an amazing 203 lengths in 55 minutes, worth winners of the award for the most lengths completed. In the picture with the team, President Nominee Iain Morrison, and Inchyra Grange Hotel and Spa General Manager Stuart Maxwell - our Sponsor.
Well done to KMD Associates for the Highest Fundraising Team. Scott Donald receiving the award from Inchyra Grange Hotel and Spa General Manager Stuart Maxwell - our Sponsor.
Carrongrange School has consistently been the school that raises the most money in sponsorship and received the award for the Highest Fundraising School - well done to them again this year.
Denny High School received an award for swimming just a few lengths short of the winners, they swam 200 to be precise, just 3 short of the winning total. They received the award for the Outstanding School Performance - Congratulations to the team.
Anne Riley receiving a Special Award for the tremendous assistance she has given the Swimarathon. Anne Received an Outstanding Contribution Award. In the picture, President Nominee Iain Morrison, Anne and Inchyra Grange Hotel and Spa General Manager Stuart Maxwell - our Sponsor.
Nancy Rule Presenting Flowers to Anne Riley with President Nominee Iain Morrison, Anne and Inchyra Grange Hotel and Spa General Manager Stuart Maxwell - our Sponsor.
The Ref laying down the law!
Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland will this year be sponsoring the Melrose Sevens rugby tournament, which will take place in the Scottish borders town later this month.
The tournament, which attracts up to 16,000 spectators, is held every year to celebrate the anniversary of the first ever Rugby Sevens tournament, which was held in Melrose in 1883. Rugby sevens is now played on a global stage and teams from across the globe, including three of the main rugby playing nations; Australia, New Zealand and South Africa have travelled to Scotland to take part in the tournament.
Melrose Sevens is the most prestigious of ten border tournaments that make up a league known as the King of Sevens, where teams compete at individual tournaments to gain points with the aim of being crowned the ultimate "Kings of the Sevens".
Rotary took on the honour of sponsoring the Melrose tournament after this year's District Governor for District 1020 in Scotland, Andy Ireland, refereed the final ten years ago. Andy was one of the first ever professional referees in Scotland and he has been heavily involved in the sport ever since.
Andy comments, "Sponsoring the Melrose Sevens event is a great opportunity to showcase the great work that Rotary does to a new audience and we are really proud to be involved.
Jacquie and Andy looking great and having a Ball at the Ball.
Our District Young Citizen Award winner Sammi Kinghorn. Sammi is a 20 year old wheelchair racer who was nominated for this award by the RC of Duns. She is currently triple European champion in the 100m, 400m, and 800m and holds numerous Scottish records and hopes to compete in the Paralympics in Rio this year.
The Second Group of Swimmers with Radio Forth 1 Organiser Emma and DJ Mark.
The Final Group of Swimmers with all the Members and family of Polmont Rotary. A great day was had by everyone and a very successful event with our Sponsor The Macdonald Inchyra Grange Hotel and Spa and our partner Forth 1 Cash for Kids.
Emma Kemp with the winners - the Scottish Power Team who managed 203 lengths in 55 minutes, breaking the previous record by quite a margin. Congratulations to all the team.
The Smaller Children enjoying a jump and splash into the pool.
Some of the teenagers showing their enthusiasm with a jump and splash at the end of their swim.
Provost Pat Reid, Ken Donald - organiser for Polmont Rotary Club, DG Andy Ireland, President Brian Glanville and Emma Kemp for Cash for Kids.
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Ian Lowe visited the club and gave an excellent presentation on Glasgow Cathedral. Ian had visited the club a few years ago when he was a guide at Hopetoun House and he is now a guide at Glasgow Cathedral. He entertained us with interesting stories about the Cathedral and its history.
Bruce Spoke to the Club about his wonderful book entitled Bridgescapes. Along with an excellent Powerpoint presentation Bruce was an entertaing speaker and explained interesting information on some of the Bridges in his book.
'I am thoroughly enjoying my term of office as President of Polmont Rotary Club and am most grateful for the support and help which I have received from fellow members, we are a small club but we have worked well together and carried out many initiatives and projects on behalf of and to the benefit of the community.
I close by wishing everyone a very Happy New Year for 2019 from all members of Polmont Rotary Club.
Some Pictures from a recent visit to Summerdale Care Home with our Mobile Movies Service. We take a film to show that is suitable or requested. We also take ice cream and Popcorn. The service is much appreciated by the residents and staff and enjoyed by the Club volunteers. This time we took along Finding Nemo and it was enjoyed by everyone! Thanks to Nancy Rule, Mary Sneddon and Ian Cochrane, also to Ian for the Photos.
An amazing result – helped by the Good Weather.
A huge thank you to everyone involved on the Polmont Rotary Santa Sleigh. Our drivers, James and Neil, who gave up 9 December evenings to take Santa / s and the Elves round the areas. Thanks to Santa and all our Elves and Members of the Rotary E Club, Wallacestone Primary Rota Kids and two Senior boys from Braes High and Graeme who came all the way from Stirling to help, they all made it special for the children, young and old. Thanks to Mary and Nancy who did organising and licencing and Lorna for all her help and counting the money. Thanks to St. Michael's Day care centre Linlithgow for the use of the Mini bus to transport the Elves. And finally chiefly yourselves - thank you for giving so generously, we really appreciate it. Thanks to all who followed us on Facebook and to all who posted, it gave us all great encouragement. We will decide on the beneficiaries at our first meeting in January. Polmont Rotary Club wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy family time.
Thanks to all who gave so generously and to Santa, Elves and Drivers.
Thanks to our teams so far and to the staff and pupils of Wallacestone Primary School Rota Kids who helped with the collection and also to Santa and Elves at the Coop.
Santa and the team are looking forward to seeing lots of children, young and old on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, weather permitting.
We had a great Night In The Braes High and Union Place Areas - thanks to everyone who gave so generously - we really appreciate it and so will the Charities who will benefit. Thanks to our team of volunteers, for the Rotary E Club who have supported us every year, and to Graeme who has come from Stirling to help - well done everyone. Here is Santa in the Braes last Night - he was so busy trying to meet all the kids and families - well done Santa!!
We had a great Night in Laurieston last night (Monday 3rd 18) Thanks to all who gave so generously... thanks also to Santa and all our Elves - looking forward to seeing you all at Braes High and Union Place Area Tonight around 6.20.
Here are the dates and routes you have all been waiting for. We are hoping to cover all of these evening and days at Tesco, the Co-op @ Laurieston and around the housing estates. As always this is totally dependent on having enough volunteers and the weather. Sadly last year we had to cancel a couple of evening due to bad weather and slippery pavements. If you would like to help please get in touch with us through the website. Santa and his Elves are looking forward to meeting as many children and Children at Heart on his travels.
A Huge Thank you to Tesco Redding for facilitatiing our annual Poppy Collection. Thanks also to YOU, the local population who gave so generously to the appeal, we are grateful for your continued support. Thanks also to our Club members and spouses who helped with the collecting and to Tesco for Counting and Banking the monies on our behalf.
The Scottish Poppy Appeal is Poppyscotland's largest fundraising campaign which takes place annually in the lead up to Remembrance Sunday in November. Five million poppies are distributed across Scotland by our army of volunteers who ensure that poppies and tins are displayed in shops, businesses and schools.
As well as street collections there is a whole host of activity aimed at raising as much money as possible. Money raised during the Scottish Poppy Appeal is used to provide vital life-changing support to the Armed Forces community living in Scotland.
The Club had an excellent talk from Geoff Bailey, who is the Archeologist and keeper of Local History with Falkirk Council. Geoff is based at Callendar House in Falkirk. Geoff's talk was entitled a history of Falkirk in Ten and a half object. The illustrated talk, was factual, interesting, amusing, enjoyable and well received by Members and their partners.
An Excellent evening with DG Agnes Ritchie - Inspirational!
Polmont Rotary Club would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who supported our Santa Sleigh collection. Here are the organisations that we are helping this year.
Once again we had an excellent response from the Primary Schools in our area and we had 11 Schools entered. Avonbridge and Drumbowie along with Slamannan and Limerigg entered joint teams. The other schools represented were, Laurieston, Maddiston, St. Margaret's, Sheildhill, Wallacestone, Westquarter and Whitecross.
The event was well organised by Brian Sharp and the Quizmaster was Bob Mackay. Brian assisted President Iain with the scoring and the helpers were Lorna, Nancy and Janice, Derek and David. The event was run very efficiently and it was a very good afternoon. Maddiston were the worthy winners and led every round and won with 65 points and the runners up were Wallacestone with 57. Thanks to everyone who helped with the event, to all the schools and teachers and to Westquarter Primary for hosting. Photos used with Permission.
New MemberOn Wednesday the club welcomed a new member. Jim Edward was inducted by President Iain Morrison and was given a warm welcome by the club members. We are delighted to welcome Jim to the club and his designation is "Senior Executive - Human Resources"
Well this was our final collection of the project, once again ending at Tesco.
Considering the big shop on Friday we still did rather well on the Saturday culminating in a successful project.
In general taking into account the lesser number of routes we could cover this year, and the bad weather causing difficult conditions, and for safety, requiring early stops on two days, I believe we should be very proud and more than satisfied with the final result.
However before I note the figures it is appropriate to thank the many volunteers who joined our members and assisted in adding to our success.
Their willingness, and expressions of how much they had enjoyed the experiences, bodes well for our future efforts.
We will also be sending a thank you letter to both Tesco and the Co-op for their cooperation and support in allowing us to collect at their stores.
Making a magnificent final total of :- £5,188.80.
The Tesco manager said he had never seen the footfall in the store as busy as this before, and he was delighted for us and our charity work.
No wonder this was called Frantic Friday by the media, but it was in my thoughts Generous and Caring Friday.
An amazing total was collected today from the public of £1022.75. Running total now £4,406.15.
This is the last day with the Sleigh. Friday and Saturday are Inside collections at Tesco. Another good day - plenty volunteers but not beating day seven but excellent none the less - thanks to everyone who contributed.
The weather was good, the volunteers were good and the Santa sleigh collection was good, in fact best yet!!
Thanks to the generous folk in Upper Polmont and Gilston Park.
Look out for Santa Tonight - Tuesday 19th December 2017 - in Upper Polmont and Gilston Park!
Day four is the first of the Santa supermarket indoor collections without the Sleigh. This one at the Co-op Laurieston. Considering it is a small supermarket we collected a credible £204.70.
Monday 18th. day 6, back with the sleigh again.
Update: Santa and the Elves had a great time and thanks to the kind and generous people of Laurieston we raised the magnificent sum of £556.20. Santa and the Rotary Club of Polmont say a huge THANK YOU!!
UPDATE: Sadly we have had to removed Friday the 15th from our Routes as we don't have a driver available and sufficient Elves - apologies to everyone in the Brightons Area.
However, Santa is still visiting the other areas!
We had three of our 6 Challenge Enterprise Candidates visiting the club. Katie, Ashley and F.K.came to tell us how they got on and gave two excellent presentations. Unfortunately our other candidates were unable to be with us due to evening jobs and illness.They all had a great time over the weekend at Carronvale. They made lots of new friends and contacts, had lots of fun, learned a great deal and gained in confidence as they participated in the Ice Breakers, Challenges and activities and we were told that the food was good too! Thanks to our 6 candidates and the B.B. staff at Carronvale and the District Rotary and Business mentors who gave up their weekend to run the course. Thanks to Marjorie and Michele for great support from their respective schools, Braes and Graeme High. Thanks finally to Brian Sharp our Youth Convenor for organising it so well.
In the Photos, L to R Marjorie Cotter, Braes High, Katie Horne, Ashley Cantell, Brian Sharp, Youth Convenor, and Fikayo Oluwasanmi, F.K.for short and Michele Phee, Graeme High. In the second photo President Iain Morrison squeezed in the middle!!
The Club is holding an Information Evening about Rotary and to explain what the club does in the community. It will be held in the Tesco, Reading, Community Hub on Monday the 23rd of October at 7pm. All interested are warmly invited to come along and meet the team.
An excellent visit and talk from District Governor Lindsay Craig. He spoke to us about this years theme - Rotary Making a Difference. A very appropriate theme as Rotary is making a difference all over the world in so many ways.Here is just one of them. Rotary, the World Health Organization, UNICEF and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention launched the Global Polio Eradication Initiative in 1988. In 2007, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation joined Rotary in its commitment to ending polio.
Since Rotary started the fight against polio, we've reduced the number of polio cases by 99.9 percent and reached more than 2.5 billion children with the vaccine. There are fewer polio cases today than ever before, but we will not stop until we reach zero. If polio is not eradicated, hundreds of thousands of children could be paralyzed. Global health care costs would rise dramatically, and many children's quality of life would be drastically diminished.
If you are not a Rotarian and reading this why not check out what else Rotary does. Visit the Rotary International Site @ https://www.rotary.org and find out more. Or come and visit us at our weekly meeting in the Inchyra Grange Hotel Polmont at 6.30 every Wednesday, we would be delighted to see YOU!
President Iain Morrison and Past President Nancy Rule after the Handover. An excellent, happy evening with partners and friends.
Past President Nancy receiving a necklace from the club in appreciation of all the hard work she has put in over her years in Rotary and in particular for her second term of office as President. Well done Nancy!!
President Iain presenting PDG Ian Rule with a small gift from the club for his support to Nancy and to the Club.
The Top Table after the Handover with a photo of Iain and Nancy in the background - well done Derek for capturing that photo!
President Nancy presenting flowers to Norman and June on their move to Fife.
Thanks to ADG Ken MacKenzie for attending the Club's Assembly and for his kind words. An interesting and enjoyable evening. Thanks Ken.
In the photo - Incoming President Iain Morrison, President Nancy Rule and ADG Ken MacKenzie, Linlithgow Grange Rotary Club.
Some Photos from our 43rd Charter Dinner with District Governor Olive Geddes. A very good evening was had by all.
Polmont Rotary welcomed Past District Governor Andy with two of the members of the GSE team heading out to Ohio later this year. The team gave an excellent presentation to the club and they all had their sement to present. We were sorry that Jill, the other member of the team was unwell and unable to be with us. The team answered a number of questions afterwards. We wish them well in their visit to Ohio and hope they enjoy the expericence and benefit from the Vocational placements.
Thanks to everyone who brought old tools for our collection today. Thanks also to Tesco for permission to use their facilities and also to the Rotarians and partners who gave of their time to look after the collection today. In the Photo from Left to Right we have President Nancy Rule, Jim Dyer and Peter Moodie enjoying the sunshine and the Blether.
The Rotary Club of Polmont is collecting tools to help the Charity, Tools for Self Reliance. We will be a Tescos, Redding Road Superstore on Saturday, 25 March 2017 from 10am to 4pm. Please help us to help others and bring along your old and unwanted tools and spectacles. We look forward to seeing you there. Thanks to Tescos for allowing us to have the collection there.
The tools collected locally will be taken to a workshop in Edinburgh, where they will be cleaned, repaired and sharpened, before being sent to TFSR for shipment to Africa. We are also collecting used spectacles for the Vision Aid Charity.
Tools for Self Reliance is a UK based charity working to help relieve poverty in Africa. They work with local African organisations to deliver a programme of tools and training to bring about effective and sustainable change to trades people and their communities, working mainly Ghana, Malawi, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia.
Tools for Self Reliance run vocational training projects which provide people with the skills they need to set up their own business. The charity also equips them with a toolkit to get them started. As well as technical training in trades such as carpentry, welding, and bricklaying, TFSR also provide training in business and financial management, believing that this approach gives people the best chance of success.
Ann Bateman, Head Teacher at St. Margaret's School in Polmont was the speaker at the weekly meeting of Polmont Rotary Club. After Ann was introduced to the club by Rotarian Jim Dyer, Ann spoke about her passion for teaching and gave us a potted history of her career to date. She then went on to tell us about how St. Margaret's has developed in her time as head teacher. It was obvious that she is passionate about providing teaching excellence and providing as many aveues as possible for her pupils to find things they are good at.
St Margaret's is a large primary school with a combination of semi-open plan and traditional hutted classrooms. The school was built in 1977 and extended during the eighties to accommodate children from new housing developments. The original building was refurbished during the 06/07 session. In addition to classrooms there is a General Purpose room, a Music/Drama room, a Hall, Library and a Games Hall. An Early Learning and Childcare Campus located within the school grounds, offers childcare provision for babies to 5 year old children. The campus provides childcare from 8am until 6pm 52 weeks of the year as well as traditional term time 3-5 year old sessional provision.
The School has a high rating for achievent for its teachers and pupils and every child gets a chance to grow, develop and shine. St Margaret's also has a very active Rotakids Group which Polmont Rotary set up with the School and President Nancy attends when she can. An excellent talk from Ann and the vote of thanks was given by ADG Ian McLean.
President Nancy Rule along with Brian Sharp, Organiser, and Secretary Iain Morrison, visited Braes High School to present a prize and Certificates to the entrants in the RIBI (Rotary International Britain & Ireland) Young Writer for 2016 - 17. This is the first time the Club has run the competition and it is hoped there will be more entries next year.
Aidan Wansbrough, a second year pupil at Braes High School, won the Award at Intermediate Level i.e. 11 - 13 years old at 31st August 2016. He was presented with a £25 Book Token and certificate by Polmont Rotary Club President, Nancy Rule at the school Creative Writing Club. Aidan will now go on to represent the Polmont Club in the Rotary District 1020 Competition in May and, if successful, could represent District 1020 in the RIBI National Competition in June. All competition entrants were given a certificate of participation. The Club competition was judged by a member of the English Department at Larbert High School. Thanks to Brian for organising the competition and the support of the teaching staff at Braes High School and not least the entrants, namely, Aidan Wansbrough, (winner), Arianne Burrow, Sophie MacGrain and Rosie Sharples.
In the Photos, Below: Aidan Wansbrough with President Nancy Rule.
Group Photo from the left, Sophie MacGrain, President Nancy Rule, Frances Orrock (English Teacher) Aidan Wansbrough, Rotarian Brian Sharp, Arianne Burrow and Rosie Sharples.
Polmont Rotary Club held its Annual Primary Schools Quiz yesterday, 6th February, in Wallacestone Primary School. There were 9 Schools taking part from our area, namely, Avonbridge & Drumbowie (joint team), California, Laurieston, Maddiston, Shieldhill, Slamannan, St. Margaret's, Wallacestone and Whitecross. It was a very tight competition with the lead changing hands a few times, but the eventual winners were Laurieston with 49 points and the runners up were Avonbridge & Drumbowie with 48 points.
The winning team from Laurieston were presented with a £15 Book Token by Club President Nancy Rule. The runners up from Avonbridge & Drumbowie each received a £10 Book Token. Laurieston were also presented with the Rotary Club of Polmont Salver which the school will retain for one year. They go on to represent the Club in the Spring at the Rotary Area Final.
The Quiz is based on the primary school curriculum.The Photos show President Nancy Rule and Quiz Master Bob Mackay. The next photo shows the team at work marking, with the organiser Brian Sharp in the foreground. The next photo shows more of the helpers and then President Nancy with the Winning Team, Laurieston P S and their booktokens and then with the Salver, followed by the runners up Avonbridge & Drumbowie and finally the scoreboard, to show how close the contest was. Congratulations to Laurieston and to all the teams who took part and thanks to Wallacstone School for hosting the quiz.
We are delighted to announce the Santa Sleigh Disbursement list and amounts, now that the recipients have been informed. We await information on what they intend to do with the monies, in accordance with our legal obligation, as a registered charity - OSCR—SC 042733. Once the documentation is complete we will have a photo presentation with as many recipients as possible.
The Rotary Club of Polmont help Poppy Sco tland in the Annual Poppy Collection, by distributing the cans and poppies to the various shops and outlets and then we collect the cans and return them to Poppy Scotland for counting. Here is the breakdown from Poppy Scotland of how much was given in our area.
Although the total was slightly down on last year, the generosity of the Braes residents was outstanding. The total raised through donations was £3,519.14 with an additional £150 from the sale in Lapel Badges = £3669.14. Our 4 Primary Schools raised £787.43!
Happy New Year from all at Polmont Rotary Club!
After expenses this will give us £5,176.34 to donate to our charities. This will be announced as soon as possible in the New Year. Thanks to everyone and all who donated.
Merry Christmas from all at Polmont Rotary.
Just finished at Tesco - a big thank you to everyone for their donations and support!!
Yesterday was another good day at Tesco, Santa was also helped by non Rotarian volunteers. Friday the 23rd. collection result was £734.48 and the running total now: £4632.48. Thank you to the generous people of Polmont and the Braes from Santa and Polmont Rotary Club.
It is your last chance to see Santa at Tescos tomorrow 24th. Remember that Tesco closes early tomorrow: Times taken from their website: Christmas Eve: 06:00-19:00. http://www.tesco.com/store-locator/uk/?bID=5181. Santa had another great day today and the daily total and running total will follow later. Thanks to everyone who donated - we really appreciate your support!
Second last chance to see Santa at Tescos tomorrow. Santa has been so busy, but he has come back to see us and the lovely children of Polmont and the Braes and he is looking forward to seeing as many as possible tomorrow.
Santa was delighted at the response and generosity of shoppers at Tesco, yesterday, Sunday 18th. December when the collection raised £743.85 - a huge thank you. The running total now stands at £3,897.96. #polmontrotary raising money for local charities. Thanks to Lynne and Helen from the Rotary E-club of Southern Scotland for helping. Picture below of Santa having a rest from greeting all the children and adults at Reddinbmuirhead Tesco Store. Thanks to Tesco for accommodating Santa and the Elves.
Santa has asked me to let everyone know he will be at Tesco tomorrow - Sunday the 18th December 2016 - and he is looking forward to seeing everybody as he helps Polmont Rotary raises funds for Strathcarron Hospice and other Rotary Good Causes.
Santa has asked me to put this photo on as he was delighted to receive so many letters from children in Polmont and to meet so many and hear their stories. Thank you and a very Happy Christmas!
Thanks to all from Gilston and Lawers - we hope you enjoyed Santas visit. We had a marvellous result as extra volunteer elves meant a big difference in our coverage last night. The collection raised a whopping: £767.77 - A huge thank you to all concerned and our two elves from the Rotary E-Club who came back for a second night. The running total now: £3,154.11. Well done everyone!!
Santa Sleigh Route for tonight 14th December - starting around 6.30pm. Gilston Crescent and Lawers Crescent. Santa hopes to see as many children - old and young - as possible. We will try to cover as many streets as possible with the volunteers elves we have. Sorry if we don't manage your street. The streets are decided by Santa and the Elves on the night, depending on the number of helpers we have, so its not possible to give times etc.
Tuesday 13th November collection was £492.01 and the running total now £2,386.34. Santa was delighted with the good turnout of elves with the help of our two supporters from the Rotary E-Club. Once again we did manage extra territory. Thanks to all who gave so generously again, we really appreciate the welcome and support we get from you all.
Tuesday 13th Route from 6.30pm. Braes High, Wallace Brae and Reddingmuirhead. Santa hopes to see as many children - old and young - as possible.
Monday 12th November collection £465.62. As we were a bit short of Elves we did not manage any extra streets this time, but still achieved a very satisfactory collection. The weather continuing to be kind. Once again we were surprised at the thanks we received from families in the streets we managed to cover. Once again our thanks to the volunteers who joined us.
Santa and his Elves will be in Brightons and Sunnyside tonight Monday December the 12th from about 6.30 onwards. He is looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible.
Total from the collection at Laurieston Co-op today was £240.62. Thanks to all who gave so generously and also to the staff for their kindness and assistance.
Report just in from Santa at Laurieston Co-op: "Having a very busy afternoon here. My Elf is run off her feet lol! Thanks to everyone who has contributed and talked to us and made us welcome".
Santa is visiting Laurieston Co-op today - why not go along and say hello! A big thank you to the Co-op staff for making it possible.
The Rotary Club of Polmont has been participating in another seasonal event held in Polmont Old Parish Church. They are holding a Christmas Tree Festival and all local organisations and businessess were invited to take part. We were delighted to be asked and participate.
President Nancy has been busy decorating our tree as well as our Jaipur Limb Teddy. The Trees can be seen in Polmont Old Parish Church on the 9th from 10am till 12 noon; 2pm till 5pm and 6pm till 8pm and Saturday the 10th December from 10am till 4pm. Entry fee £5.00 Including tea, coffee, shortbread and misical entertainment.
For those of you who are new to Rotary you may be wondering what we do and where some of the money we raise goes to and what the limb project is. The Rotary Jaipur Limb project is a pro-active fund-raising and project-initiating body of Rotarians from the UK and it is a registered charity since 1995.
The bulk of their work in India revolves around Limb camps, with as many as 3000 patients turning up for help, but in Africa and other countries outside India they establish new permanent centres and provide on-going support for them by way of technician training, materials and equipment.
The Jaipur Limb is an artificial leg, developed at the Mahaveer hospital in Jaipur, India. The unique component is the Jaipur foot, a clever combination of wood and various densities of rubber vulcanised into a realistic looking brown foot. It is hard-wearing and will last for three or four years, longer if worn with a shoe. A western limb will cost between £1,000.00 and £2,000.00, a Jaipur limb can be made and fitted for as little as £30.00.
We want to thank Santa for letting us have a peek at one of the letters he received.
Tonight's collection was £520.23 - Wonderful - thanks to all who contributed so much and appreciated by Santa, the Elves and The Rotary Club of Polmont.
A brilliant effort again from all concerned and the running total is £1031.70!!
Some Photos from the Santa Sleigh round tonight. Thanks to all who helped and Santa would like to say thank you to the Elves and the Drivers tonight as well as all who gave so generously. The Total will be posted later after it has been counted.
Photo 1: Where is Santa? Photo 2: Here he is having said thank you to the Elves. Photos 3: An excited young boy meets Santa and tells him he has been good. Photo 4: Here are all the elves with Santa and if you look carefully he is getting a kiss from one of the Elves!!
Santa Sleigh Route for Tonight Wednesday 7th December from 6.30 onwards: Eastcroft Drive, Orchard Grove, Fullerton Drive, Green Park and Polmont Park. Santa and his Elves look forward to seeing you all tonight.
SANTA SLEIGH UPDATE Tuesday 6th Dec.
Santa and his Elves would like to thank every one for a great visit to St Margaret's and Santa also visited the St Margaret's Home - to the delight of the residents.
Thanks also to everyone at Tiree Crescent, Colonsay Avenue and Stevenson Avenue and a couple of other streets.
We raised the amazing sum of £511.47.
Here are the routes and dates for the Santa Sleigh for December 2106. Santa and the Elves look forward to meeting as many of you as possible.
Here are the days and time that Santa and the Elves will be visiting Tesco and the CO-OP. We look forward to meeting you all. Thank you for your generosity in the past and we hope for a good year this year so we can help lots of organisations and people in need in our local area.
On Wednesday 23rd of November the Club hosted our two candidates for Challenge Enterprise, both from Braes High School, along with the Depute Headteacher Marjorie Cotter. Lauren and Murray were introduced to the Club by Brian Sharp, our Youth Convener. Lauren and Murray shared a Power Point Presentation to illustrate their talk about their experiences at the Challenge Enterprise weekend. They proved excellent candidates and spoke extremely well, a credit to their School and to Polmont Rotary Club who spoansored them. You can read more about it below. The Vote of Thanks was given by Malcolm Nicol. Malcolm was hosting two young Chinese business women visiting suppliers in Scotland and Lauren and Malcolm took the chance to network with our far travelled guests, Joyce and Linda.
The Club recently sponsored two senior pupils from Braes High School to attend the Rotary District 1020 Challenge Enterprise weekend at the BB Headquarters in Larbert. The event attracted 50 senior pupils sponsored by Rotary Clubs across Central Scotland, Lothians & the Borders and Dumfries & Galloway. Challenge Enterprise is designed for 16-18 year olds who are likely to go on to a successful career in Business. It concentrates on giving them an insight into various aspects of business and sets challenges which will help develop their confidence and business knowledge.
We found the experience particularly beneficial, as it truly gave us an insight to what the real business world was like. I thought this was shown when we were given the opportunity to speak with the border biscuits founder, John Cunningham. Further, seeing Sean Harley of the Smith Anderson group, gave me a very good look at how products of mass production are manufactured. The sheer level of "behind the scenes" workers were incredible - I had no idea how much HR, Marketing and Management was Involved in a large business such as theirs. They certainly opened my eyes to what it is like if I am going to be a man of business in the future. M.A.
I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to experience the challenge enterprise event. I admit to being a bit anxious at the outset, not knowing what was going to be expected of me and not knowing the others I would be working with. However, it was an unforgettable experience where I met many new people from a range of backgrounds and managed to challenge myself in new ways. It was very enjoyable and has undoubtedly increased my selfconfidence. Overall, the weekend helped me clarify that I would like to study business in further education and gave me an insight into the different aspects of business. L.H.
We are holding our annual Primary Schools Quiz in February and all twelve Primary Schools in our area have been invited to take part. The winner goes forward to represent Polmont Rotary in the Rotary District area final.
All 12 Primary and the 3 Secondary Schools in our area have been invited to take part in the RIBI Young Writer Competition which is in three age categories Junior 7 to 10 years old, Intermediate 11 to 13 years old and Senior 14 to 17 years old on 31st August 2016. The closing date is 15th December 2016 and the overall winner in each group will receive a book token for £25 and go forward to represent Polmont Rotary in the District 1020 final.
The three secondary schools have been invited to enter three teams - S1 & S2, S3 & S4 and S5 & S6 pupils into the above competition to undertake tasks at Basic, Intermediate and Advanced levels respectively. The Rotary District Area Competition is taking place on 8th March 2017.
On the 19th of October we had Ross Fenwick from Operational Services, Falkirk Council, as our guest speaker. Ross spoke to us about Falkirk Council's waste management plans and changes to household waste uplifts. It was an excellent talk and he answered a good number of questions and stayed behind after the meeting to chat to some of the members and their partners. Thanks Ross.
11 members of the Polmont Club visited the Carse of Stirling Club in District 1010 as our Scatter week visit. We were warmly welcomed by the Carse Club and we had an excellent meal and an enjoyable evening with this happy and enthusiastic small club. It was good to see that they were involved in lots of projects and we mamanged to get one of their members to come to speak to our club in November. See above.
Members of the Carse of Stirling Club and Polmont Rotary Club who were visiting.
President Elect Iain Morrison with Maureen Burns from Grangemouth Heritage Trust. Maureen gave a very interesting talk illustrated with photos, on the history of Grangemouth and the formation and running of the Heritage Trust Museum in Grangemouth.
Great fun was had at the first round of the 1020 District Rotary Quiz - Honest :-) Polmont hosted the evening with President Elect Iain Morrison in the Chair. Polmont were the eventual winners and thanks to Larbert club who were good oponents and brough a number of supporters with the, We are also grateful to Rotarian Bill Lawrie of the Falkirk Club for conducting the quiz so ably.
President Nancy Rule with Alison Harris MSP who told us all about being a new girl in the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood in Edinburgh. A very interesting evening.
Photos from the Recent Visit to the Club by 1020 District Governor Olive Geddes. Olive brought the RI message to the club of "Rotary Serving Humanity" and to that end having a final push to eradicate Polio. IT is up | 7,491 |
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<|fim_middle|> 'Other projects like the Liwa villages contract two which was tendered a year ago are currently being retendered with the scope of work reduced by half.'
The new housing developments on the outer edge of Abu Dhabi are interfering with some highway designs. The Shahama interchange, designed by the UK's Halcrow International Partnership, has had to be expanded, resulting in considerable delays. And phase three of the contract to upgrade the Abu Dhabi to Dubai highway from Shahama to Samha, for which bids were due in March, was suspended pending modification to the design of the interchange in that section.
'Basically most of the roads are already there. The main arteries are finished, the town roads are largely complete. They just pick out the jobs they want to do, usually ones that the higher authorities have an interest in, and then there's a mad panic to get them finished,' says another road contractor.
Along with the Zadco/Gasco project, the various energy companies are keeping contractors busy with their requirements for new headquarters on Abu Dhabi corniche. Belgium's Six Construct is building a new Dh 262 million shared headquarters for Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company (Adma- Opco) and Abu Dhabi Gas Liquefaction Company (Adgas); the Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Oil Operations (Adco) is close to making an award for its new Dh 150 million head office. And, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company is retendering the contract for the refurbishment and extension to its corniche- based head office.
Also in Abu Dhabi, there are still plenty of old buildings to raze and replace, ensuring continuity of work at the lower end of the market. Says one contractor, commenting on the slowdown in the emirate: 'Two years ago they were knocking down five or six old buildings at any given time, nowadays it is only one or two.' There is no lack of scope for new work but less hope that it will be released soon.
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There should be little cause for gloom and doom in the construction sector. Bids have been invited for the $500 million Abu Dhabi grand mosque and the $500 million Dubai airport expansion is expected this year. Although the most recent boom period peaked about 18 months ago, there is still enough work around to keep most contractors' order books busy even if consultants are starting to feel the pinch.
The problem lies in the intensity of competition for the work available. This affects both consultants and contractors and is encouraged by clients who are keen on greater accountability and cost cutting wherever possible. But knowledge of this does not actually seem to deter newcomers: regular visitors continue to find government offices strewn with brochures from foreign companies trying to get into the market.
'Construction activity is not down dramatically, but more and more companies are coming in, especially European companies who have been working in Oman or Saudi Arabia where things have slowed down quite a lot,' says one well-established European contractor. As bid prices come down there is the inevitable squeeze on profit margins.
Cited as an example is the Zakum Development Company (Zadco) and the Abu Dhabi Gas Industries Company (Gasco) new Dh 300 million head office in Abu Dhabi, for which technical bids are due in late May and commercial bids in late June. 'There are 14 companies on the short list and all are expected to bid. In the past there would have been about 10 on the list and two or three would decline,' laments one bidder.
'The days of wine and roses are long gone,' says an Abu Dhabi-based UK consultant. 'Nowadays we have general belt-tightening all round and far more accountability. In the past they were tendering a different contract every two weeks; now they are drip fed to improve cash flow and to give contractors a chance to catch their breath. But it makes things more difficult for consultants.'
While Dubai municipality is reported to be a prompt payer once all the paperwork is in order, a more worrying development is affecting consultants and contractors alike in Abu Dhabi. A slowdown in payments from the municipality and Public Works Department, as well as Al-Ain municipality, is causing much anguish. As a result of the delays, the payment of salaries and labourers' wages is being delayed, for significant periods in some cases, as companies try to make ends meet.
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The reason for the delay, contractors say, is that every payment is being checked meticulously as if it were the final payment on a contract. 'The authorities are concerned that they are being robbed by one or two unscrupulous consultants and contractors who are arranging payments amongst themselves for their own benefit. They are looking at things like payments for claims agreed on site and for any changes in specifications,' says one Abu Dhabi- based engineer.
'There is a bit of a witch-hunt going on at the moment,' says another contractor. 'All departments are being very slow in paying which is causing companies a great deal of concern. '
While contractors hope this is only a temporary difficulty, they expect the problem of too many bidders chasing too few contracts to persist. Also likely to persist are the loss-making low bids from companies that are desperate to win work. The collapse of the Dubai-based Bartawi group in March may serve as a timely reminder that there is a limit to the number of contracts that can be won on unrealistic offers.
More than ever, UAE-based foreign contractors take care to study the bid list. 'We stop tendering for projects when there are too many local contractors on the list,' says one European contractor. 'They come up with prices that are 30 per cent lower than we can offer and afterwards just change the specifications.'
Despite the squeals of pain from contractors who remember the more profitable times in the past, the outlook is not too grim. There is more of a slowdown in Dubai where a lot of the work is derived from the quasi-private money invested by the shaikhs and shaikhas in high-quality office and residential buildings. Tourism is providing a mini-boom with five new developments planned along Jumairah beach where the biggest project is the estimated Dh 500 million Chicago Beach development (see page 37). And, there is hope for the future with the expansion of Dubai international airport, designed by the US' Bechtel and with bid invitations expected in 1996.
Road projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are largely complete or in the final construction stage. However, there are some problems in Abu Dhabi, where a number of big projects, particularly in the Western region, were tendered some 18 months ago and then scrapped. 'They are all contracts that are not essential because usually there is something there already which will do,' says one road contractor. | 1,026 |
UK Machine Builder Wins Safety Excellence Award
UK Machine Builder Wins International Manufacturing Safety Excellence Award
A.M.P. ROSE recognised for making workplace safety a core business value
To recognise industrial companies with best-in-class safety, Rockwell Automation has announced U.K.-based equipment builder A.M.P Rose and automotive manufacturer Honda of Canada Manufacturing as the winners of its fifth annual Manufacturing Safety Excellence Awards.
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"The awards honor organisations that are leading the way in workplace safety by implementing a strong safety culture, well-executed compliance procedures, and effective use of contemporary safeguarding and automation technology," said Mark Eitzman, safety market development manager, Rockwell Automation.
A.M.P Rose, a U.K.-based equipment builder, received an enterprise-level award for its companywide focus on safety. The company, which specialises in flexible packaging and flow-wrap machinery for many industries such as confectionary, snack, and bakery, takes a proactive approach to adding contemporary safety solutions onto its machines.
"We've found that more clients are asking for safer machines to better protect their employees," said Lee Clayton, safety assessment analyst, A.M.P Rose. "We've always focused on making safe machines, but with this industry shift, we've been finding new ways to make machines more user-friendly to help prevent workers from bypassing safeguards."
Further supporting the industry-wide shift, a recent survey by LNS Research found that 20 percent of end users are willing to pay a premium for increased safety performance.
To that end, the company has moved away from fixed guarding solutions and now uses more flexible safety solutions, such as light curtains and laser scanners. This has helped its customers improve both safety and productivity, and has become a competitive advantage for A.M.P Rose.
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The 2017 Manufacturing Safety Excellence Award recipients join a distinguished list of past winners, including Bevcorp, The Clorox Company, Corning Environmental Technologies, Dana Incorporated, General Motors, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, MESNAC, OCME, Paper Converting Machine Company, PepsiCo divisions of Walkers Crisps and Pepsi Flavors, and Procter & Gamble.
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Receiving the award, presented by Steve Pethick, Director, Components and Safety Business EMEA at Rockwell Automation, David Mann, A.M.P. Rose Managing Director, said: "I'm delighted to accept this award on behalf of the team here. It is fantastic to be recognised for the hard work that keeps A.M.P. Rose in the global vanguard of safe industrial applications, and a glance at previous winners shows that UK industry is world-class. We're very proud of the achievement and everyone involved."
Honda of Canada Mfg. received a company division-level award for the outstanding safety program at the company's operations in Alliston, Ontario. The automotive manufacturer has ingrained safety companywide, and the Canadian division has worked to continually make safety a core business value.
As part of this, the plant worked to improve safety through changes to its culture, compliance processes and technology. Culturally, the plant created an Equipment Safety | 236 |
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Born and raised in rural Kansas, Lisa Mattson fell in love with wine during college in South Florida and worked for a wine magazine before moving to Northern California. Her days are spent being a writer, photographer and videographer for Jordan Winery and nights cooking Thai food or microgreen salads. When she's not eating and sipping her way through Sonoma County, she travels the world with her husband in search of the best restaurants, snorkeling spots and tiki bars.
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Top Five Healdsburg Food & Travel Stories in 2016
by Lisa Mattson
Healdsburg has dramatically changed since the Jordans founded Jordan Vineyard & Winery in the 1970s. Back then, "downtown" was nothing more than a quaint plaza flanked by sleepy mom-and-pop shops. Today, our city regularly appears on national lists of the best places to live, and it feels like we're adding award-winning restaurants every week. Here's a rundown on what's new for spring 2016.
MICHELIN STARS IN SIGHT
Chef Kyle Connaughton and his wife, Katina (pictured left), will open what is arguably the West Coast's most anticipated restaurant this summer, Single Thread Farms Restaurant & Inn. Dining at the exclusive, ticket-based restaurant will be an "experience" that includes personal tours of the restaurant's rooftop garden and greenhouse, an 11-course meal, California-focused wine pairings and the option to stay in one of five suites on the upper floors of the corner building across from Valette. The menu will be heavily influenced by the chef's celebrated work with French chef Michel Bras in Japan, revolving around fresh produce Katina and her team grow at the couple's property nearby. Food experts say Single Thread will be the kind of restaurant that will get people from all over the world talking about Healdsburg. We can't wait to see it for ourselves.
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BIG JOHN'S MARKET EXPANSION
Healdsburg's largest independent grocery store doubled in size this January when it expanded into a new 34,000-square-foot space highlighted by a two-story rotunda. The new area comprises an expanded kitchen, bigger olive and hot food bars, larger deli counters, a more robust wine section and a new pizza oven for made-to-order pies. The store also tripled the size of its cheese counter and opened a satellite location of Costeaux French Bakery. Construction on the remainder of the store is expected to continue throughout the rest of the year; it's a great spot for procuring wine country picnic provisions.
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KINSMOKE
The barbecue craze has come to Healdsburg in the form of KINSmoke, a casual barbecue-meets-sports-bar restaurant in the old Center Street Deli location on the east side of the Plaza. The eatery serves carnivorous favorites, from ribs to shoulder, pulled pork and more. Sides include tater tots, hush puppies, slaw, potato salad and other Southern mainstays. KINSmoke also pours a number of beers—some local, some (much) more far-flung. Its name gives a nod to the owners first restaurant, the popular KIN in Windsor. Even if you just swing by for a smell, it's worth a visit.
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NEW ROOMS AT HOTEL HEALDSBURG
Rooms inside the chic Hotel Healdsburg have received a makeover, and the result is something sharper and snazzier than ever before. The new rooms, which debuted in February, are the result of a collaboration between Myra Hoefer Design and David Baker Architects. Modernized accommodations boast custom cowhide benches, linen-slipcovered chairs, silk and wool rugs, as well as reclaimed wood bedside tables. Paintings of clouds, unique to each room, play off of white walls and pale green-blue shutters. An oasis on the bustling square.
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NEW CHEF DUO AT SPOONBAR
It took two chefs to replace Louis Maldonado, but Spoonbar, inside the H2 Hotel, now has a co-executive chef duo at its helm. The chefs, Patrick and Casey Van Voorhis (pictured above), are a married couple who met as students at the Culinary Institute of America and have spent quality time in the kitchens of San Francisco's Acquerello (where Patrick was the executive sous chef) and
Jane Bakery (where Casey focused on bread). Their plan is to revamp the menu with more of a rustic Italian focus, featuring items such as rye gnocchi and roasted carrots with prosciutto. Healdsburg's roster of Italian eateries just got deeper.
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ASIAN FUSION COMES TO TOWN
Asian food always has been hard to find in Healdsburg; hopefully Persimmon will change that for good. The Persimmon restaurant opened in January with a Vietnamese-accented pan-Asian menu that features a variety of finger foods (think dim sum) and noodles. Executive Chef Danny Mai, who fled Vietnam for the United States during the 1980s, also offers various kinds of pho, the popular Vietnamese noodle soup. Interestingly, the financial backers of this eatery are the Diaz brothers, the same family that owns Agave, El Farolito and Casa del Mole—some of the most popular Mexican fare in town.
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Molly Moore – Just A Dream
Just a Dream, the second single from her upcoming EP, Now You See Me, shows Moore's talent continuing to grow to astounding levels.Our love for Moore is well-known on Velvet. We backed her as one of our artists for 2016 and the LA based, New York artist, has shown why consistently throughout this year.
Collaborating with Boehm, Blu J, working constantly with fellow rising pop star Brandyn Burnette, Moore's marker for success is becoming more unreachable by the minute.
Her sense of uniqueness and style is impossible to shake off on Just a Dream. The signature heavy lyrics of Blood. Sweat. Tears can be felt, while the slick, electro influenced marks of<|fim_middle|> towards generating a style, which arguably is her own, places the New York as an undeniable talent.
Just a Dream battles between waves of different sounds; as trumpets and drums wreak havoc with crashing breaks and silencing moments of pure wonder, while Moore's vocals still remain her strongest weapon to use, rising to the challenge of surpassing a full band, which then amplifies her stance even further.
It's now or later with Molly Moore, as Just a Dream shows that this pop singer won't be going anywhere but straight to the top.
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Ellis Hammond on How to Build Community Pierce Brantley January 24, 2021 January 24, 2021
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Ellis Hammond on How to Build Community
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What does it take to build community, and what are the actions you should take to create a successful team or group within your Kingdom Business? In this episode, Ellis Hammond, Owner of Kingdom REI, the #1 Mastermind Community for Entrepreneurs and Investors, talks about his incredible journey to build a Christian business which thrives by bringing people together through marketplace ministry.
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Hey, this is Ellis Hammond with Kingdom REI and the Kingdom REI podcast. And if you want to create an impactful kingdom business, you should be listening to the eternal entrepreneur podcast. My good friends, Joe Newton and Pierce Brantley.
The Eternal Entrepreneur gives you the stories and strategies to gain freedom. As a Christian business leader, you'll hear from real entrepreneurs who have learned how to partner with God. From making millions to filing bankruptcy. These are honest stories to help you hear God's voice and build a lasting legacy through business.
Well, hello and welcome back. And thank you for joining us for the Eternal Entrepreneur podcast. I'm Pierce Brantley, along with my co-host Joe Newton, and we could not be more excited to share with you our conversation today with Ellis Hammond. Ellis is the founder of kingdom REI. The number one Mastermind community for Christian real estate entrepreneurs.
He also manages his own network of investors who see passive opportunities and apartment complexes across the U S but his own entrepreneurial journey began when he was still a full-time college pastor. Before we jump into the interview today, want to ask if you'd help us out by leaving us a five star review and sharing the podcast with a friend.
And also if you'd like to stay in touch and get a free copy of the first chapter of my book, calling how to partner with God and any business with any boss at any place in life. And click on the link in the show notes to sign up for our weekly email or visit eternal entrepreneur.com now onto the interview.
Thank you so much. It is awesome to have you here. My bio is way more sexy when you read it. So thanks for that. Appreciate it. We'll get that recorded and sent over to you so you can, [00:02:00] well, Ellis. I want to jump in because we only have you for a little while. So we heard your journey really started way before you got into real estate.
Before you had the podcast, you were a campus pastor. And everyone knows that a campus pastor is rich and invest in multifamily apartments. And we want to know how did you start living out that entrepreneurial life? And yeah. Yeah. Everyone knows you're joking because everyone knows a lot of times pastors are broke.
Most college pastors can barely buy groceries. Right? Yeah, we did. So, yeah. Yeah, we were fine. Not making a lot of money. We didn't get into ministry to make any money by any means. We love what we did, man. We were building communities of Bay here in San Diego on college campuses. And we did that for about six years, but I don't know, probably like four years into our ministry.
We just. I mean in a lot of ways, you're out of money in a sense of like, Oh, our [00:03:00] team was beginning to really grow. We were building a team here in San Diego and, um, we just wanted to figure out better ways to create capital and that never thought we would be come a full-time entrepreneur. I always thought I would do full-time vocational ministry, but really wanted better vehicles to build wealth in.
And, uh, but I had no idea how to go do that. And, um, and so we just got hungry, man. Like I just started asking questions and the first thing I ever heard was a radio ad that said, Hey, if you want to learn how to build wealth through real estate, come to this two hour seminar. And I mean, it hit me at the right time.
And I was like, well, I got nothing to lose. I don't know anything else. And so I went to this two hour seminars the first time I ever saw. Kind of normal Joe's right. Like those guys who didn't come from big Wells don't have a huge real estate background, but they were telling their stories about how they started building wealth through real estate.
And that changed my life. And it was the first time I say that it's like I was taught the real estate was the end game for the wealthy. And it was the first time I think I [00:04:00] realized that real estate was actually the starting point. For all of the willing to go and build wealth. And so it changed my life.
And so four months after that, we ended up buying our first duplex and we can get into that story if you'd like, but that was kind of the beginning. Yeah. When you say we, do you feel like this was a, a change of mind that just you had, or was it you and your wife, both that kind of at the same time, we're, we're having that change of perspective because I know with me and my wife, we don't always go at the same level.
Yeah, that's a great question. Now my wife probably thought I was crazy and definitely still thinks a lot of what we're doing. And we're now settling. We're actually in the process about two weeks from selling that for suplex. So no, like no to all the earliest husbands out there, like if you're about to make some massive transition, eight months into your marriage probably don't do it like 10 o'clock at night, late in bed.
Right. So if anybody's listening, let me say view. Right? And so not, [00:05:00] I have so many ideas. I'm such a visionary that when I started telling my wife this she's like, okay, But I gave me, I was obsessed of like going to change our financial position and we're going to help people along the way. And I just kept talking about, I kept learning and kept trying to educate her along the way.
So no, it was slowly, slowly and steadily. And I think part of it has been through this process of. Us buying duplex. And then we moved into this duplex and then we moved out of the duplex and then we bought our first apartment complex, her like seeing it it's kind of really brought us in line or like now you're selling her home.
We're going to actually go rent again. And she's on board. Cause she gets, she gets the process of like, we're we say this all the time, that will, we're paying the price now so that we can pay whatever price we want to later. And part of that is making decisions, like selling your house and moving into a rental.
And that's part of our journey. Right? I think that's so good. And. And learning to communicate with your wife on the entrepreneurial journey, because I [00:06:00] know a lot of people listening are probably similar to you and I, that we get something in our head. We see it. On the Hilltop and we just want to go after it.
But if we forget to properly communicate to our wives, the things that we've learned when they weren't standing there right there with us, that can cause a lot of trouble. And I think that's really good that you were able to, to walk her in and go at her pace as well. Yeah. I mean, I don't know if I ever did that perfectly.
I don't know if anybody. But no, I mean, you're totally right, man. And, um, I'm so grateful to have a supportive wife and, you know, even when we lost our business kingdom, REI, there was a lot of, kind of pushback we got there, but the one steady relationship was my sweet wife. And so, yeah, I mean it is having a, being able to create a safe Haven in your home.
And in your marriage, especially as Rocky as entrepreneurship can be is, is really key. So, yeah, absolutely. Yeah. Will you go into that story as far as how you got [00:07:00] that first duplex and what that looked like? Yeah, for sure, man. So. We just started learning this study, or I started learning and studying and knew that we wanted to buy a unit because we could, we could rent out one of the units, but tend to live in another one of the units.
Like I knew we had to get somebody else paying our mortgage because that's really an asset. That's what makes it a home and asset, not alive. Praise when you have one. Paying mortgage. And so here in San Diego, we, it was a duplex. Something about buying a San Diego is a duplex, was over half a million dollars and we didn't have that much money.
And so we had a family, an investor actually helped us put the down payment on the duplex. And then my wife and I went to work and re have one of the units that we actually lived in. And so the way we bought that first duplex was we found out. A mentor, someone who kind of, I think felt sorry for us and was like, Hey, I'll help you find a deal and kind of help you into the process.
And so that really was how we did it, man. We found someone that we could kind of ask questions to and. He was incredibly helpful in [00:08:00] us finding this project and, and just knowing what to look for and what to, what to do. And we did really well. I mean, we, we bought one of the ugliest houses on a, in a pretty good neighborhood.
And within about 11 months we created over a hundred grand in equity. And then refinance that deal, be able to pull some of that capital back out and then we've held on to it for the last couple of years. And yeah, man, we're about to sell this property for, I mean, we're going to two X, our capital to XR investment way more to XR investment, like.
Two X the purchase price. I mean, we're going to three or four X our investment. So that was a great start. Yeah. That's an awesome, I love that you had that, that one little, when you guys put in a lot of sweat equity to make it happen, you found a partner who you had to split it quite a bit with, but y'all were able to, to get that, that win and then go on to the next.
Yeah. And then just like getting in. I just remember thinking, like, after I leave in that seminar, I was like, what do I gotta do to get this first deal? What am I going to do? And just hearing like, [00:09:00] Take continue to take action. And for me, I knew what, like most things in my life, it was going to come through the relationship.
Like I needed it. I wasn't going to have to do some of my own. I just think that's an important principle in entrepreneurship too. I mean, you gotta be, you gotta know you assess whatever your cause is or what you're going after and be evangelistic about your cost rather than we told everyone, listen, we're, we're trying to buy real estate.
We're trying to buy a deal. And just through those conversations, someone's like, well, you need to meet this guy. And so I went and met this guy and literally that was how we, I owe everything to that first mentor because I don't, we would have not gotten started that fast and done has done as well in this deal without him.
And then the same is true in buying a first apartment deal. And having someone kind of take us under their wing and do it that way. And my business partner, Tina Marie, I, you know, like this is so much of our success has come from really aligning ourselves with good people. And finding success together.
So I think that that's been a huge kind of part of our journey. So [00:10:00] Ellis, I think that's amazing how you've took that first step and I've got to see, see the fruit of it. Can you tell me a little bit about kingdom REI? Did those two kinds of desires overlap, or where did that kind of that mastermind community?
Where did that get birthed out of. Yeah. So Kanombe REI is a mastermind community for real estate operators, accredited investors, um, that we started in 2020. And no, dude, I'll be honest with you, man. So that there's an investment to be part of this group. And it's several thousand bucks and I never a net like, so we're in November of 2020.
If you'd asked me in October 20 of 2019, That I felt we would have a mastermind community where people would pay that type of money to be a part of. I would not believe because I didn't have that belief in myself and I didn't see the value that I really could bring to a community like this. I was good at building communities because I did that on the college [00:11:00] campus.
But to think that I had enough value to bring to a group or could create enough value. As someone would be willing to invest this type of money to be a part of it. I just wouldn't believe you. And so, no, that was never really part of my concept. Again, it was having people speak life, enemy, speak, truth, enemy playlists.
Here are the gifts that God has made you with. Here's why we think you're valuable. Here's the price that we think you should charge for something like this. And so, again, it was kind of that it was a, it was a real process, man, but the desire for kimari, I was, we were in ministry and we were in business right.
Doing real estate. And I had a great. Ministry community and church community. And I was growing in our relationships kind of in the real estate world, but I always felt like I was just<|fim_middle|> How can they start investing? Yeah, well, if that's what you want, I wrote a book on this called The Mission of Multifamily.
It's called mission and multifamily, and you can go to mission of multifamily doc, um, and actually download a free copy right now, just my [00:39:00] story. But I talk a lot about what we talked about today, the money mindset that had a shift in the things we had overcome. This is a more detailed version of my story, but I wrote in such a way, I hope to really inspire others that are doing this and, uh, And then our, our mastermind, you can learn more at the kingdom.
rei.com is where is where we have that hosted. And then our Ellis Hammond. My name Ellis hammond.com is kind of my investor website for folks who want to learn more about investing with us real estate deals. So three lanes, mission multifamily, the kingdom, REI and ellishammond.com are all those three places to go.
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Pierce Brantley is an author, speaker and lover of Jesus. He's married to his wife Kristie and lives in Dallas, TX. He writes on biblical studies, Christian worldviews and principles of godly living for men.
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I love Jesus. And I love the real estate in entrepreneurial world [00:12:00] because I'm super ambitious and super hungry, but it just felt like I couldn't really be ambitious over here in the ministry world. Then I couldn't really be myself in the real estate world. And so we were like, man, we really want to start a community where both of those things can come together where we can be ambitious as Christ followers.
Wow. And so that was kind of the start of kingdom REI. And had no idea if there was anyone else out there like me and come to find out there are, we have 40 of them in our community now. So that's kind of been the birth of kingdom, Mario. I love how you said you, you highlighted the word ambition and I love that you did that because.
I think oftentimes as a Christian in particular, it can almost be this, this fear or this condemnation that says, Hey, listen, ambition is a worldly kind of attribute. Even CS Lewis talks about some of that type of stuff. And there really [00:13:00] isn't a place for it. So you can either live in ministry world, or you can live in the entrepreneurial world, but you can't do both.
And so what actually ends up happening is because we don't know really what to do with this hunger, with this drive. If we don't have a lot of freedom in it, Cause we isolate and we don't actually build a community around us as an entrepreneur because we think, well, we need to kind of pursue this on our own because it's not validated.
You've kind of taken the opposite approach and you've said, Hey, listen, come one, come all, this is a journey we need to be in it together. It's actually more fruitful for us to kind of, to be in community. And then you built that up. And I love that because I think ambition needs accountability, but it also thrives to in a healthy sense when it's with other people that you can learn from and who can keep you in check and can just encourage you along the way too.
Yeah. A hundred percent, man. No, I totally I'm totally with you. And I do think it's yeah. I mean, it's why I love this show right here. You're the eternal entrepreneur. Like I just think we [00:14:00] gotta start making a space, man. If we really want to see the kingdom grow and be advanced in this day and age, like. To really elevate the gifts of entrepreneurship and gifts in the marketplace, and really see that there's a space for really ambitious minded people that can, most of the time, you think ambitious Christians and Christians that have gifts of skills with communication and building like typically, what are they told they should go meet.
She'd go be a church planner. You should go and be a pastor. And I mean, that's what I was told. Right. I mean, now that you're gifted, I can communicate my boss. Like you're going to be a great pastor. I just thought like, I didn't even, it wasn't really wasn't even a Christian. It was around Christian people.
But back then, it was always like, well, the best way to serve God is to when I became a Christian, it was full, be a missionary. Like this is the best way to really serve God. And so, yeah, I just think that's why I love this is elevating this role of entrepreneur in the kingdom of God that, Hey, there's a [00:15:00] place for you.
And it's incredibly necessary, incredibly important. And it is because it is because of you as why God made you like this. Right. It's because of folks like this. So yeah. So. When, when you made that transition, well, we'll take a step back. I imagine when you were a pastor, a community pastor, and then now, even when you have this mastermind group in some of these other things you're doing.
But there are some common threads. There are some parallels, some principles that make a good community. And I think entrepreneurs in general struggle with creating community around them or implementing community around them. What are some things. If you were to reflect on it that make a good constructive community or a healthy community of any kind, are there some things that you kind of naturally apply that, you know, when you just put your, your Ellis, my non, that build things that people want to come to or are feel safe then.
Yeah. I [00:16:00] mean, I think it starts with a good leader. Like I think a good community has a good leader or leaders that really provide vision and direction for that community. And I don't just say that for me. I, the community that I'm a part of, and then I want to be in there's a, there's a clear leader in someone who's casting vision that.
It's compelling and that people want to be a part of. And so I do think that's key, but then that later also realizes like even, or she realizes that just because they're leading a vision there, they're not the most part of the community. Like it really, we really have to elevate, break people up in that.
I think vulnerability is key, but like within kind of our mastermind, but even when I was in ministry, it's like vulnerability. And especially those who are. Either more mature or been in this longer, like the more vulnerable they are with, you know, I don't have it all together or here, the here, my mess ups.
To really prove as an example, like maturity, we've become more aware of our flaws with maturity, not less, [00:17:00] right. Like that is what it means to be a Christian. Right. We see more of our need for Christ, not less. So I think vulnerability is a huge component of that. And then yeah, like similar goals, like a real focus, like what are we trying to accomplish together?
What's our mission? What are we, what are we doing in? Because I think when we really rally around a common purpose and a common goal that really brings people together and mean, think about our mastermind community, we all, in some ways you could argue we're competitors, we're all trying to raise money.
We're all trying to do deals. And so in some ways, like we're in the same industry. But why does everyone get along and try and help and provide resources? Because we realize. We're actually not about our own kingdom. We're about God's kingdom. And so there's a real mission of like, I want to see your nails get done as much as I want to see my deals get done, because whenever you go, I know the kingdom goes there.
And so that's been really, I think, crucial for us to really continue to try and communicate and make sure people are on board. I love that leadership, vulnerability [00:18:00] and then goals. And what I think is so interesting about having a community that has a Christ centric focus. Is that you realize that my wind is at the sake of your loss.
That's a really important kind of, I think collaborative principle, you see it all over. I think acts for instance, where you see people coming together and they have maybe what you would perceive as being competing needs, but you see fruit regardless. And I think that's something that's really, really important.
And. And oftentimes kind of counter instinctual too, to kind of go after that, that I can, I can help you win and it's not going to be at a detriment to my business. This isn't a winner takes all type of thing, which is so typical, I think, in the business world. Yeah, a hundred percent. Ellis. One of the things I love having been a part of your community for a season was your take on impact and the way that money plays into that.
Can you share a little bit about that? Because I feel like you've got a, a great, a [00:19:00] great view on what. Be a little more specific. I'm like, yeah, we're talking about the same thing. So I feel like, yeah, you and your pursuit of money deals, influence is all about impact that you can have on people, at least being kind of under your tutelage, if you will, and listening to your podcasts.
Like if I understand correctly that as you gain, even if it's just cashflow, that's. In a way you see that as an influence, is that correct? Yeah, that's great, man. Well, I would say this way, I really think, and this was something I learned early, early on in my journey of entrepreneurship is that money flows to that, right?
So where one creates value, money flows. And so it's a ridiculous question. When someone says how much money should a Christian make, because. If the principle is that money flows to value. Well, then the answer to that question should be. As much dang money as he can, because that [00:20:00] means he's or she is producing infinite value.
And so that's the way I think about that. And you could substitute value with impact. I mean, if really what we're doing with real estate is we're creating value for people. And I just don't think those things have to be separate in that, I think. Yeah. So that, that would be one thing I say. And I talk about a lot.
Is that we have to kind of replace this idea of well, money is evil or making money as somehow through deceitful gains. I'm like, it's not really the way that actually the world works. Yes. There are people who are, who are deceitfully earning money, but most of the people who were really successful, I've just figured out ways to add tremendous value, have tremendous impact in the world.
Steve jobs, bill Gates, Elon Musk, go on and on. You know what I mean? Like. Thinking about what they've done. They've literally changed industries, change lives, change the world. Right. And they're freaking rich because of it. And it's because money flows to value. So that would be [00:21:00] one thought I have, I can go on.
Does that helpful? No, that's great. I mean, and that goes right with, I know when I first started my business and I was praying, one of the clear things that I heard God say is it's all about value. He was like, I want you to make that your tagline. It's about the value of the person that's in front of you.
It's about you knowing your value and it's about bringing the most value to the person you're there. I think that's so good. I mean, as soon as you started sharing that, the whole verse, what does that a is. Worth is, is wages, right? Like if you're bringing value, you're worth those wages. Yeah. And like, so I equate an example of this is I will, with buying apartment complexes is sort of like right now we have a fund and that fund is buying apartment deals.
And we're working with this Christian, nonprofit in our model is really to go into these residents would be a good neighbor. Right. And we're. We're trying to keep residents around and we're trying to increase the reputation of our asset. Right. Which is all the reason why that's a [00:22:00] great business model, because all of those things actually add to our NOI, right?
Because if we reduce resident turnover, then we save expenses, right. If we have a better reputation than we have, we don't have to spend as much on marketing. And so all of these things about going into an apartment complex and adding value, being a good neighbor. Trying to impact influence people's lives with the love of Christ.
Qatar is also a good business model. So like, yeah. That's why I think entrepreneurship is, is a great, yeah. I hope I love this show because I think entrepreneurs are huge assets for the kingdom. I also specifically love the syndication model. Cause I feel like it's so kingdom and that everyone gets blessed.
Like I, I see you as the person putting these things together, you get blessed because you're bringing value. Your investors get blessed because they're getting a return on their cash. The communities that you're purchasing, that you're improving, they get blessed, like. True [00:23:00] kingdom is everybody walks out a winner and I feel like your model and what you're doing is a perfect example of that.
Yeah, I definitely, that's why I love the model too. I agree. So talk to me about longterm because I know you're, you're doing the syndication thing, but you've also got a podcast and you've become for lack of a better term, a influencer and in our sphere of, uh, Christians and real estate. Talk to me about the long-term.
Where do you see that going? And how has that kind of impact what you're doing? That's a great question. It's funny you say that because I definitely don't see our brand or myself as that yet. I mean, I definitely think we're having influence on people. I know we have a following of several hundred people that's in our show.
But to think about over an industry, you know, I'm not quite sure because my vision is that we do, like, I want to see kingdom REI really become a leader, not just in the Christian world, but in the real estate industry, a large of, we are one of the. Top providers [00:24:00] of real estate education, but we, we have like, we're worried about the kingdom and I just think it would basically, you have all these other great companies out there, but to show that the reason we want to be excellent is because of Christ.
Right? And so I think, you know, REI is definitely in its beginning right now we have the mastermind, but there's so much more than I think Kmart really I can become for this industry. And I, when I think about our mastermind, like. But I'd love to have a community that has a hundred billion dollars of real estate across the United States.
And all of these operators are really, are really acting and operating with kingdom principles because I mean, that would just be a massive impact thousands and thousands of people's lives, you know, under the care of owners that really. We really do care and are really trying to create value in these apartments.
So again, all of these things are not things I can do on my own, which is kind of why it's hard to answer that question because we're pretty early in. I see what it could be. I just don't know how to get there yet. And [00:25:00] in a lot of these ways. And so, you know, on the investment side of things, same thing, man.
We're just trying to prove this model. Like we're trying to just get the deal's done. It's see. And still prove the model in so many ways. And so. I see what it could be. I definitely think all of these things are, are great business models and can be super successful, but we're still early men and still trying to figure it out in a lot of ways.
So Ellis, tell me, so we've talked about some of your, your wins. Can you talk about some of those losses, some of those as I like to call them learning opportunities that you've had since switching into this entrepreneurial? Yeah, I was gave up. It was probably like. Four or five months into this and, um, specifically on King REI.
And, uh, again, like there's an investment to be a part of the community. And we met a lot of people and we already kind of had like a small core, but we really wanted to kind of bring in another group. And I just kinda remember calling a lot of people that man, it's a great idea. I love it. But in COVID like middle of COVID and like, no one's doing deals and like industry real estate [00:26:00] industry is like frozen and, uh, To be honest with you.
Like, again, I kind of out of money, she knows like, I mean, this is like where our business was. Like, we couldn't really grow anymore. And so we were just stuck in so many ways. And I remember going to a lot of folks and like, Hey, like you want to be part of this? And I got a lot of no's just because it wasn't, I know your idea sucks.
It was more like, just not good timing. And I really wasn't in a position to wait two months or three months. And I just remember kind of laying on the floor. Well, this is it like, dang, this is a good run, but I just, you know, we'll talk about this at the end of the show, but one of my kind of core values or kind of principles is just never, ever give up.
And, um, I just remember thinking, all right, wait, what do we got to do? And I think it was a real turning point for me because. What happened when I said, I'm not going to give up, instead of saying, well, let's just see what happens in two months. And no, we got to figure this out today. I remember getting on the phone with my partner and us coming [00:27:00] up with an offer in the, in the eight or nine people that said no to me, the past couple of days, I called them all that day.
And seven out of eight of them said yes to our new offer. And we were. Since you were able to bring it. And honestly that lot's just from eight people to 40 people today. And so that kind of one transition, so, or that one pivot. So that was a turning point of like realizing as an entrepreneur. That's not going to be the only time I'm probably on my back, but I'll always remember that because I'm like, I remember thinking like, you know what?
I think this is, this would be a turning point that I'll look back on for a long time. It was one of those moments. I'm like, man, I'm glad I didn't give up. And part of entrepreneurship is not giving up and knowing them pivot. And, um, that was a big one, man. I love that story. That is, that is some hustle and some really cool sticktuitiveness I don't think you see super often.
I, uh, man, how did you can without going into too much detail. So you go back [00:28:00] to the same people after they just told you all like that's and by the way, like. If you have any kind of data research background, you go to a whole like, basically set of people and you're like, Hey, buy this. I'm like, yeah, no way.
And then you go back to them like the same day. And you're like, what about this? And like, Yeah, we can do that. Typically, if you think about the psychology of saying no, if you already said no once, you're probably going to say no again. So even overcoming that in your own mind and then helping them overcome that too.
I mean, that's pretty cool. No one can take that away from you. And I know it's more than that, but it's still really neat. Well, I knew he had something of value, man. I just had to get people in the door and, um, and so it was figuring out. No, I'm not tell our it's not like they were gonna be mad at me telling me any, Joe, Joe knows this.
Joe said yes to the offer. It was before it was pay everything upfront. And then we S we've changed our model to pay a little bit now and then pay everything later. Right. Come taste and see. And, and it's almost like, listen, I'll take the risk [00:29:00] right before it was, the risk is on you. Because it's money to be a part of this.
And if you don't show up or whatever, then you're out, you've lost money. But now I changed it. Say another risk is on it. It's like, come in, we're given everything for, I mean, almost free on giving you access to everything, our entire network, all of our connections. And if it's not good, then leave no harm, no foul.
And that changed it all because then it was like, well, I know people want to be in this, but they're still like, Oh, I'm not sure. And we just made it such a no-brainer that almost no one says no anymore. It's almost like, well, yeah, that makes sense. Why would I not? You know what I mean? And so. I don't know why it took me so long to figure that out, but it just, it did.
And I'm thankful. Well, I'm thankful that you even presented it that way, because I think there could be kind of a real sort of tendency to say, well, you know, if it didn't work the first time and it's just a bad idea, or there's just not anything [00:30:00] there. And if you're creating a new offer or you don't have a lot of background in creating products, there can be this kind of the sense of just like, well, I tried it and it's not going to work.
Well, that's not even just giving up too quickly, maybe there's room to grow and just you understanding how to present. Something, the biggest companies in the world, they refactor something 10 times over a few years in order to get it boiled down to the most perfect offer. And then it sells like hotcakes and people think they just hit gold.
No, they refactored whatever that offer was a few times before they got to it. And it's just kind of having that, that long game, that long tail perspective that, uh, is really super beneficial. And it, I think you for sharing your story, because I think. People just think, well, this is mastermind is number one.
Mastermind grew up out of nothing because Ellis came down from on high with this great apartment complex perspective. And now there was some, there was some give and take in there. There was some push. Yeah. I don't know anybody who, I [00:31:00] mean, I'm sure there are people come out the gate screaming, but.
Definitely not us. And, uh, and here's the thing, I don't know when this show is going to come out, so I don't really care anyways, but w we're not out the Gates man. We're out to come out with this new offer for 20, 21 and I'm to have you back on, because I'm not sure if it's going to organize it in a couple of weeks and be like, dang, that didn't work out so well.
So we'll see, man, we'll see. We're there. This is the fun part of being an entrepreneur is it's creating something that you think is valuable putting out to the world. And selling it and, uh, we're still selling this vision. We got something special that people should be a part of. Yeah, absolutely.
Entrepreneurship is a commitment to being experimental. Uh, think we'd like to forego that, but it's true. Well, Hey Ellis. I want to honor your time. Unfortunately, we've got to go into it. Well, not, unfortunately, fortunately, we've got to go into the final five for our last couple of minutes and, uh, well, we will have a bonus one, uh, update for everyone back in [00:32:00] 2021 to see how that offer panned out.
But for our final five minutes, we have our final five questions. Question number one, Ellis. What are your top three must read books, not including the Bible. And these can be business family. Spiritual cookbook. First book is mindset and psychology of success. Second book would be thinking grow rich. Third book will be 10 X by grant Cardone.
Can you tell me the first one has that's by. The psychologist. I can't tell you the name of, okay, it's fine. I'll I'll uh, I'll Google it and I'll have it in the show notes for everybody. And the second one is Napoleon Hill. Just as a way for those listening question, number two, you can send a note card back to yourself when you're first starting off on your entrepreneurial journey.
What are the three pieces of advice you're putting on that card? I mean, I would just, first one would be, don't give up pivot sooner and then don't give up, like, here's this thing, isn't that complicated man. Like, it's like. Don't give up pivot and don't give [00:33:00] up, like, there's just, it's, there's really not that complicated.
I do think the, um, let me actually go back because that's really not helpful for anyone listening, but I think not giving up is actually very important because too many people give up too soon. Another great book. Number four would be three feet from gold. Another great book. I do think pivoting is key.
And in this journey, I think learning sales and marketing is what, what out of it? Like. Go all in on sales and marketing, like learn, become, learn sales sooner, like learn how to sell. Like you need a tr you need to be trained on how to sell Atlas. You're not a good salesman. You're a good evangelist, but you're not a good sales.
And that's the difference. There's a difference there. So I think right now we're doing sales, training and marketing. So I just think that would be a third one. Like start learning sales and marketing right away. And when you say pivot, can you unpack that just a little bit more? Do you just mean when things aren't working pivot or do you, there's a difference when I say don't give up doesn't mean, like, we'll just keep doing the same thing over and over again.
Right? Like it's knowing [00:34:00] when you have to change your offer or when something's not working and we'll just, don't keep doing it, like figure out what needs to change. Right. And so we're experiencing the same thing on our other business with in buying apartments. It's like, we're not really getting the deals.
That we want to be getting, so what do we got to do? Do we need to be, we've got to figure out how do we get more off more projects in to make more offers and so raising art, you know, and that might pivot why I need to raise my commitment to this. So that's what I mean. Awesome. That's really good. Thanks for the clarification question.
Number three. How do you define success for yourself? It really simply, man, the way I did the way you asked that question upon success for myself is just doing what I say. I think every day, you know, I write down my top three goals, what I want to accomplish for the day. And then I do that for the week and I have that for the month.
And if I can do those things and I'm going to be successful, cause I've already mapped it out. So. That it's really simply just doing what I say I'm going to do is really what [00:35:00] success looks like. I love it. It's just, yeah. Being in having integrity with yourself. That's awesome. Question number four. When times have gotten tough.
What has kept you from quitting? It's a good question, man. I mean, I think it's my faith, my faith in God that he's with me, that he's called me to something bigger than faith in myself. Right. That I know who God's created me and I can, I can do this. And then. Just, I don't want to lose, man. I like the most competitive person ever.
Like I don't, I, I don't, I, I, this is not very spiritual. Like I don't want to lose, I don't want to let people down. I don't want to let myself download my wife down. I don't want to lose, so you really have to beat me, you know, like it's going to be really hard to beat me from a long-term perspective.
Cause like we're not really have a hard time giving up cause I just don't wanna lose. So that would be it. Man you answering this question. And then the one from a couple of before, uh, [00:36:00] reminding me so much, I'm watching that the Michael Jordan documentary a couple of months late, but I'm watching episode five.
About once a week, because it literally like episode five is just like triggers me of like this, this guy gets fired up the guy from a he's a killer man. And like, I don't know if selfie, but it gets me pumped up man. And like, it gets me ready for the week. So episode five, the series is amazing. And, uh, I watched it a lot cause I'm like that dude has the mindset of like what I'm talking about.
Like he refused to give up. Any, he was obsessed and he was committed to something and it's inspiring. And most people might look at that and hate him for that. But I'm like, it's also why we're still talking about why each show about why he's inspired the entire world. Right? Like it, because he was committed and he didn't give up.
Man. I, I feel like we could do a whole episode, uh, just on, uh, how [00:37:00] to apply the Michael Jordan documentary and mindset to the Christian entrepreneurial walk. A hundred percent man, a hundred percent. I'm ready to go around with too. Cause he's the same. That's awesome. All right. Question. Let's see here. I guess we're on question number five.
What is, what questions should we have asked that we didn't, um, you guys asked some great questions. Yeah. I mean, you, you know, I don't, I don't know. I just think, I guess the last thing I would say is you, I had the chain, you already asked this in some way, but that was so important to remember is thinking about.
Me and my wife, like she's spent incredible support in all of this and just remember what's important and why you're doing it. And for me, it's been been my wife and my family, my mom and my brother. Those are the things that really keep me motivated as well. And just having them, them in mind and knowing why we're doing this, having a support and really staying invested in those relationships.
Yeah. I just can't [00:38:00] imagine if we accomplished everything we wanted to accomplish in the next 12 months. And then I didn't have those relationships. Like what would be the point of any of this? Right. Like one of my biggest goals to make any money in the next couple of months is just so I can bounce them off the house.
You know what I mean? Like, so like, it just is, I don't know, remembering those things, I don't even know. I mean, just like those are the things that really are important. I think as being connected to those things is what makes you a powerful person? No, that's so good. And I think that's a, a great place to leave it at there.
Ellis. Thank you so much for coming on the Eternal Entrepreneur, man. Before we go, you got to tell us for all those pastors out there who need that change of mindset, how can they find out more about you? | 6,971 |
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Alhecama Theatre Dee Ann Newkirk Ensemble Theatre Company Jonathan Fox Terrence McNally
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Checkered past : Cheap Trick and Pat Benatar deliver capable sets at the Bowl | – ENSEMBLE CLOSES DOORS ON AN ERA WITH 'FRANKIE AND JOHNNY'
June 7, 2013 October 28, 2015 tedmills News-Press, Theatre
Dee Ann Newkirkplays Frankieand RickGifford makes his Ensemble Theatre debut in the roleofJohnny.
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In 1987, director Saundra McClain was living in New York City in Manhattan Plaza, the "Miracle of 42nd Street," the 45-floor artist housing complex. Across the street was a small theater where a two-person play, "Frankie and Johnny in the Claire de Lune" opened. "I have no recollection of it. I just remember two people on stage." (Those two people, by the way, were Kathy Bates and F. Murray Abraham). She's not being glib, just a statement of fact and a life filled with playgoing.
And it helps to not remember anything particular when you wind up directing your own version, set to premiere Thursday at the Alhecama Theatre.
Terrence McNally's play is a romantic comedy grounded in reality, where a short-order cook and a waitress fall into bed at first sight, then actually have to work to make a real relationship in the aftermath. Johnny, fresh from prison and eager to get back on his feet, is all for true love. Frankie, on the other hand, has been burned so many times before, she's very wary of this new guy.
Ms. McClain has known Ensemble Theatre Company's Jonathan Fox for many years, and directed for the company twice already: one play being "In the Continuum" and the other being "The Fantasticks."
"I'm having a wonderful time with real furniture and real props," Ms. McClain says. "And wonderful actors! Every time Jonathan would ask me to direct it would be a concept piece, but this just came up and I jumped at the opportunity."
When Ms. McClain started directing in New York, she was working in children's theater, learning to pare down classics for shorter attention spans.
"I'm very open to what my cast gives me," she says. "I'm very fast and I do my homework. I'm thorough. I think it comes from working with children, and having worked in all media: musicals, Shakespeare, classics, contemporary, both as an actor and a director."
Ms. McClain has cast Dee Ann Newkirk, last seen at Ensemble in "The Creditors," and Rick Gifford, who is new to the company. "Both are extremely quick and we all feed off each other," Ms. McClain says. "One of the things I like to do is black out all stage directions in the script, so it is like we are creating this play for the first time. We are finding all sorts of new things. We also live in an age where people move quickly. I don't want talking heads. There's an energy in the play that we've heightened."
The play ends the season, but also ends Ensemble's tenure at the Alhecama Theatre, where it's resided since 1979. After this final show the company will move across town to the larger, remodeled New Vic, a transition that has been a long time coming. This last show will be poignant for all involved.
"I'm honored that I'm doing the last show, so I want it to be special," Ms. McClain says. "This is a play about hope and I think that's where the theater is as they go forward into a bigger space. I look forward to possibly directing there too!"
'Frankie and Johnny in the Claire de Lune'
When: Through June 3, 8 p.m. Tues.-Sat., 2 and 7 p.m. Sun.,
4 p.m. matinee June 15.
Where: Alhecama Theatre, 914 Santa Barbara Street
Cost: $40-$65
Information: 965-5400 or www.ensemble | 847 |
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Harder: Becoming the world's best still motivates me
Pernille Harder is one of the world's top players
But the Denmark captain, 27, has never played at a World Cup
She speaks to FIFA.com about her career and future plans
When she was ten years old, Pernille Harder was asked by her teacher to write down what she wanted to do in life. The resulting essay stated clearly that this little Danish girl not only wanted to become a professional footballer; she wanted to be the best in the world.
"That has always been a goal for me," Harder told FIFA.com. "Although it's incredible now to think of me as a little kid writing an essay like that, putting it out there that I want to be the best in the world.
"Back then it was just a dream – a really big dream. But then as I got older, I got better and better, and you start to think, 'Why not?' Becoming<|fim_middle|> Having signed for the club in 2017, and won the Frauen-Bundesliga every year since, she now finds herself beckoned by fresh challenges and new surroundings.
"I'm very happy at Wolfsburg but I've also been here a long time," she explained. "I have one more year on my contract and, after that, I think I will look to see what comes next. Not because I'm not satisfied here; I just want new challenges at some point.
"There are so many leagues progressing really well just now, and it's great to see. I've tried the Swedish league, tried the German - enjoyed both - and before I finish I want to try two more leagues if it's possible. Let's see.
"I definitely feel like I'm developing all the time, and that I've improved a lot over the last two or three years in particular. This season has been really good, both for the team and for me personally, so it feels like I'm in a good moment. But I'm also always looking to build and improve, and I really believe there is still more to come from me."
That desire to be the best burns as brightly now as it did 17 years ago in that Danish classroom. Such passion, combined with Harder's remarkable natural talent, are sure to make her highly sought-after when the time comes to bid Wolfsburg farewell. | the best is a big goal to have, I know that, but it's something that motivates me and that I train for every day."
Some believe that Harder has, in fact, already attained this long-held ambition. The Denmark forward was named UEFA's Player of the Year in 2018 and, the same year, ranked No1 when The Guardian published its list of the world's top 100 female footballers.
There is no denying, however, that the 27-year-old is not as well known or celebrated across the world as the likes of Megan Rapinoe and Marta. And there is no question that this lower global profile reflects the fact that Harder has not yet appeared in the game's global showpiece.
The talented Dane's absence has been a loss to the FIFA Women's World Cup™. But given the huge importance of international tournaments in women's football, no-one has suffered more than Harder herself. "It's very frustrating – it has hurt not to be a part of it," she admitted.
In the end, of course, Harder did make a contribution of sorts at France 2019. But it was from the stands rather than the pitch, and in the yellow of Sweden instead of the red of her beloved Denmark, as she cheered on partner Magda Eriksson.
"Once I'd got my head around not playing, I just put all my energies that summer into supporting Magda and, actually, it ended up being a really nice experience," Harder said. "She had such a good tournament and I really enjoyed being a part of that.
"It was strange at times too – a lot of mixed emotions, I can say. Games I went to where Magda wasn't playing were the toughest. That was when I thought, 'I should be out there playing, not sitting here watching'.
"But when I watched Magda it was different. I really enjoyed those games as a supporter, got totally into them, and it actually felt like I was on the pitch at times. It was also really interesting to see a big tournament like that from a fan's perspective."
Harder & Eriksson: Pride and power
Enjoyable as the experience was, Harder has no plans to repeat it any time soon. That means ensuring Denmark are represented at the rescheduled UEFA Women's EURO, a tournament in which she and her team have tended to excel.
"We've got some good history at the EURO, reaching the semi-finals in 2013 and the final in 2017, and we know what a fun, cool tournament it is," she said. "So we're desperate to be there - even more so after missing the World Cup."
Five wins from five, with 29 goals scored and none conceded, has made for the perfect start to qualifying. But the biggest test lies in wait in the shape of an ever-improving Italy side who emerged as one of France 2019's great success stories.
"Those games will be really interesting," said Harder. "Honestly, I think it's 50-50 between us and Italy. But they will be fun matches too. And I do think Denmark have been developing with every game we play. We have a lot of young players right now and they're really talented, with lots of potential, so I feel good about the future."
Harder is also positive about her own form, and with good reason. The Denmark captain went into the COVID-19 shutdown with 35 goals in just 31 appearances for club and country this season, and has been firmly focused on maintaining that momentum.
"That was a frustrating element of the shutdown for me personally," she admitted. "Initially, I kept thinking, 'Can we please keep going – I'm in really good shape just now!' But once I got my head around it, I just re-focused on coming back in even better shape than I was before.
"I looked to take the positives wherever I could – and there were some positives in being able to focus on small details in our training sessions. I definitely feel good coming out of it and I'm hoping that it's going to be a good period for me."
The year ahead could also be last we see of Harder in the green of Wolfsburg. | 884 |
est un court métrage d'animation américain de la série des Silly Symphonies réalisé par Burt Gillett, pour Columbia Pictures, sorti le .
Synopsis
Le satyre Pan emmène des poissons, des fleurs et des fruits dans des danses au son de sa syrinx. Un éclair enflamme un arbre et Pan danse<|fim_middle|>Film américain sorti en 1930
Silly Symphony
Film américain en noir et blanc | autour mais le feu fait fuir les animaux. La musique du dieu fait aussi danser les flammes qui le suivent alors pour se jeter dans l'eau et s'éteindre, permettant aux animaux de revenir.
Fiche technique
Titre original : Playful Pan
Autres Titres :
: En Midsommarnattsdröm
Série : Silly Symphonies
Réalisateur : Burt Gillett
Animateur : Tom Palmer, Les Clark, Jack King, Wilfred Jackson, Johnny Cannon, Dave Hand, Ben Sharpsteen, Frenchy de Trémaudan, Dick Lundy, Jack Cutting, Norman Ferguson
Décors : Carlos Manriquez, Emil Flohri
Producteur : Walt Disney
Société de production : Walt Disney Productions
Distributeur : Columbia Pictures
Date de sortie :
Annoncée :
Dépôt de copyright :
Première à Los Angeles : au Criterion en première partie de Paid de Sam Wood
Première à New York : 20 au au Globe en première partie de The Cohens and Kellys in Africa de Vin Moore
Format d'image : Noir et Blanc
Musique : Bert Lewis
Extrait de Furioso #1 : Thunderstorm (1916) d'Otto Langey
Extrait de La Petite Coryphée (années 1890) de George Tracey
Extrait de Danse Orientale (1912) de G. Lubomirsky
Son : Mono
Durée : 6 min 56 s
Langue :
Pays :
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La scène des flammes suivant Pan au son de sa flûte est inspirée par le conte du Joueur de flûte de Hamelin des frères Grimm.
Steven Watts classe le film parmi les contes de fées et histoires mythologiques des Silly Symphonies.
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ISRO's Chandrayaan-2 traces water ice on moon
ISRO scientists found out that the Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft that lately<|fim_middle|> techniques.
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Want To Use Same WhatsApp Account On Two Phones? Here's How | finished its 2nd anniversary has picked up lines of water and ice withinside the Permanently Shadowed Regions of the Moon.
This was discovered in a two-day on-line lunar technology workshop organised with the aid of ISRO from September 6 to 7.
To the ones who are unaware, Permanently Shadowed Regions are basically the northern and southern poles of the moon that get 0 sunlight, making them the coldest areas at the lunar surface.
How was it discovered?
ISRO Chief, K Sivan highlighted that Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft is loaded with Dual Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (DFSAR) that maps surfaces the use of measurements of electrical residences of substances and may differentiate among the lunar and the ice surface.
The radar became one of the 8 payloads that have been dispatched to lunar orbit. Other payloads consist of a Terrain Mapping Camera, Orbiter High-Resolution Camera, a Large Area Soft X-ray Spectrometer, Solar X-Ray Monitor, Imaging Infrared Spectrometer, Atmospheric Composition Explorer and Dual-Frequency Radio Science Experiment.
K Sivan highlighted that it's also the world's first complete polarimetric radar that has long passed in advance for a planetary mission.
Anup Das, one of the contributors of the DFSAR stated that this discovery should supply us a higher concept at the type of affects Moon has skilled withinside the past. The information and pictures dispatched through the orbiter's high-decision digital digicam might go through similar evaluation to look at the big craters.
Detection of chromium and manganese
India's Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft, which has finished greater than 9,000 orbits across the Moon, has detected minor factors of chromium and manganese via remote sensing, officers of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) stated on Monday.
At a two day lunar technology workshop livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube, that marked two years of the second Moon Mission launched on July 22, 2019, ISRO Chairman K Sivan stated Chandrayaan-2 statistics is "countrywide property" and implored the clinical and academia network to utilise the identical for furthering technology.
Sivan, who's additionally the secretary of Department of Space, released the technology and statistics product files from the project output so far.
In one of the sessions, it was mentioned that payload results of Chandrayaan-2 Large Area Soft X-Ray Spectrometer (CLASS) measures the Moon's X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) spectra to determine the presence of fundamental elements together with Magnesium, Aluminium, Silicon, Calcium, Titanium, Iron, and Sodium.
Discussing the science results from it, Principal Investigator Shyama Narendranath of CLASS payload stated that it has seen "definite detection of (minor elements) chromium and manganese for the first time (from the lunar surface through remote sensing), which was a surprise as these (elements) are less than one weight percentage on the moon".
Elements detected severe sun flare events
The elements have been detected at a few locations during severe sun flare events. The presence of the elements at the lunar floor could be discovered through soil samples accumulated throughout in advance moon missions.
According to a statement from ISRO, the eight payloads onboard Chandrayaan-2 are conducting scientific observations of the Moon by remote sensing and in-situ | 678 |
JAMIE REYNOLDS - Grey Mirror
Fresh Sound Records<|fim_middle|> brass tones bleeding into the piano version.
I thoroughly enjoyed the contrasts of Grey Mirror, but it would have been interesting to hear the two groups working together, combining their moods to add to the complexity of sound and emotion.
Reviewed by Matt Bradley |
Jamie Reynolds - Piano, Wurlitzer; Matthew Stevens - Guitar; Orlando LeFleming - Acoustic and Electric Bass; Eric Doob - Drums
The Westerlies:
Andy Clausen - Trombone; Willem de Koch - Trombone; Zubin Hensler - Trumpet; Riley Mulherkar - Trumpet
On Grey Mirror Jamie Reynolds experiments with a variety of emotions which he links to specific instruments and their tones. As the Toronto born, New York city based pianist explains in his introduction to the album:
"I was wondering how to convey the energy and particular reality of certain emotions and thoughts that I have. I noticed that some of them were tied up with the sound of the guitar - that big, dynamic, rhythmic, searing vibe we all know and love. Others were linked to the warm, brilliant sounds of the brass ensembles that I grew up listening to and playing in."
Reynolds explores these sounds separately on Grey Mirror - adding guitarist and friend Matthew Stevens to his jazz trio and also presenting us with performances of his songs arranged for the brass quartet The Westerlies. Shuffled up throughout Reynolds' album are "mirror-images" of his songs, retellings of tracks using a different group of players to capture a different feel.
A fine example of the contrast between the two can be found on 'The Earliest Ending', versions of which bookend the album. Performing with the jazz trio, Stevens' guitar reverberates, calling out above emotional chords and urgent drums. There is space and desperation in the music which builds to a distorted wail of layered guitar effects. Reynolds' delicate playing in the opening and closing moments is echoed on the fifty-second, melody-focused mirror-image by The Westerlies, whose performances tend to be shorter and have a more intimate feel.
On 'Small Worlds' Reynolds and Stevens circle a varied riff, building intensity. Reynolds plays a Wurlitzer 200A, an instrument which he describes as sounding like the inside of his head. Mellow and vibe-like to begin with, as the playing gets harder the notes become distorted. The contrast to these electric sounds is a mood-filled piece by The Westerlies, which opens with long trumpet tones, underpinned by restless bass notes from the trombones. The melody to their Small Worlds stretches out a central moment from Reynolds' and Stevens' performance, lingering on notes which flew by before.
Throughout the album Reynolds uses subtle textures to create atmosphere. 'Church' is a slow build which begins with a pulse note that switches from the piano to Orlando Fleming's bass, allowing Reynolds to gently improvise around it. Touches on the Wurlitzer add an ethereal quality, as the pulse builds to a chiming chord. In The Westerlies version, the pulse is taken up by two players at once, becoming more disparate as the piece moves swiftly on, until it is played both on and off the beat, like a wavering siren.
Reynolds puts aside sonic textures for a solo piano performance of 'Lake Cycle', the most contemplative piece. The Westerlies telling shares a close emotional tone, and after a few listens it became hard not to hear the warm | 655 |
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When assembled, the Round 2 AMT 1966 Ford Mustang measures some 180mm (7in) long.
Round 2 AMT Mustangs available here. | to assemble, as were most models of this era, the box containing just over 90 parts moulded in white plastic, plus transparent components for the window glass and custom front lamps, with clear red for the tail lights.
It can be built in the one of the classic '3 in 1' ways - stock, drag or as a mild custom. It is an 'old style' AMT kit as you have metal axles on which the wheels rotate. This is somewhat non-scale, as it involves a hole in the sump/oil pan to allow the front axle to pass through, but it does mean that you have much stronger axles. These were replaced with plastic versions in later kits, but in this Round 2 reissue, metal axles have been reintroduced, though the plastic ones are still the box.
There is a simplified one-piece chassis, so no separate axles or driveshaft, and a 'tub' interior, with the sides moulded in one with the floor. However, the front seats are separate, and you get two sets - stock and buckets - and the engine can be hopped-up with twin carbs and straight-through drag headers.
You get ten tyres in all - four stock and four 'Polyglas GT' in two sizes for the front and rear, plus a pair of rear slicks if you are going the racing route.
There are a number of components that | 288 |
Introduction to<|fim_middle|> a 4-H club in another county, or if you live in another county and would like to join a Warren County 4-H club, click here for information about crossing county lines. The deadline to submit cross-county line forms is March 1, 2023. | Ohio 4-H
Ohio 4-H Grows True Leaders
Download the infographic at this link to learn more about Ohio 4-H - the largest youth development program in Ohio!
How to Join a 4-H Club
The best time to join 4-H is in the fall or winter. The enrollment deadline is April 3, so you must be enrolled before that date to participate in Warren County Fair activities.
Click here for a list of current Warren County 4-H Clubs.
When choosing a 4-H club, look for a club that meets during a time and in a place that works for your family's schedule.
If your child will be a Cloverbud (age five as of Jan. 1 of the current year and enrolled in kindergarten), be sure to select a club that accepts members within your child's age range. 4-H project members must be age eight as of Jan. 1 of the current year and enrolled in third grade.
Look for a club that supports members taking the types of projects your family is interested in (non-animal projects, sewing, livestock, dogs, horses, shooting sports).
Once you've found a club that is a good fit for your family, contact the advisor to learn more about the club. For example, you may want to ask about the club's meeting schedule, meeting location, participation/attendance requirements, club dues and fundraisers, club size, and what kind of involvement is expected from the members' parents and/or guardians. You even can visit one of the club's meetings or activities if you'd like.
Once you've selected a club, make it official and enjoy the experience! Be sure to complete the 4-H Online 2.0 enrollment by following your club leader's instructions.
If you can't find a 4-H club that fits your family's needs, maybe you should consider starting a club of your own! Contact Kara Colvin, colvin.53@osu.edu, for more information on how to become a 4-H volunteer club advisor and start your own club. It's an extremely rewarding experience!
4-H Membership Eligibility
Youth are eligible for 4-H membership as a Cloverbud when a child is age five as of Jan. 1 of the current year and is enrolled in kindergarten. Click here for more information about the Cloverbud program. Youth are eligible for membership in the 4-H club program when a child is at least age eight as of Jan. 1 of the current year and is enrolled in third grade. Ohio 4-H membership ends Dec. 31 of the year in which an individual becomes 19-years-old. Membership begins when an eligible individual is enrolled in a club or group that operates within the scope of Ohio State University Extension and is under the direction of a trained adult who has completed the Ohio State University Extension volunteer selection process.
When to Join a 4-H Club
The Warren County 4-H enrollment deadline is April 3, 2023. Any youth that wishes to take their project to the Warren County Fair in the summer must be enrolled in a Warren County 4-H club by April 1. Therefore, we recommend beginning the process of joining a 4-H club in late fall or early winter, to ensure your family is formally enrolled by April 3, 2023.
4-H Family Guide and Project central
The 4-H Family Guide is our catalog for all the available Ohio 4-H projects members can participate in for the year. Flip through it here -OR- Stop by the office and pick up a copy to take home.
Not sure what all a 4-H project entails? Check out a more in-depth description and see the first few pages of all 4-H project books at Project Central!
Across County Line Membership
If you live in Warren County and would like to join | 791 |
One person life flighted after crash near Kasbeer
Posted by wlpo on June 18, 2015
One person was life flighted from the scene after a semi and car collided in Bureau County.
Ohio, Walnut and Princeton firefighters all responded around noon Thursday to the accident on Route 26 about a mile south of Kasbeer. The semi, which had been hauling grain, allegedly hit the driver's side of the car and then burst into flames. The fire was put out in about a half hour.
A person in the car was trapped and had to be pulled out by paramedics and firefighters. That person was then flown to a hospital.
The Bureau County Sheriff's Office hasn't released any of the names involved in the crash.
Mandatory evacuation order lifted in Utica
With the Illinois River going down, a mandatory evacuation order in Utica has been<|fim_middle|> a routine visit to the doctor in January.
From the beginning Mautino has said he expects to make a full recovery.
Annual wine and beer tasting event helps out area fire departments
After a long work week, how about relaxing with an adult beverage all the while helping out Illinois Valley fire departments?
You can do that Friday at Rudy's Liquor's annual "Taste of Summer". Over 120 beers, ales and malt liquors will be served up along with wine and cocktail samples. Firefighters will be grilling brats and burgers.
Tickets for "Taste of Summer" are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. The "taste" is going on from 6 until 8:30 at Senica's Oak Ridge in La Salle.
Proceeds benefit the Utica, Lostant and Oglesby Fire Departments.
The Illinois River begins to make its slow journey back down across most of the Illinois Valley
Thanks to a slowdown in heavy rain, the Illinois River is on its way down in most spots.
The river in La Salle Thursday morning is eight feet above flood stage but crested last night, a full six feet below the record level set in 2013.
In Ottawa, the Illinois is about four feet above flood stage but it's gone down nearly a foot in the last 24 hours.
In Marseilles, the river has went down by a half foot in the last 24 hours while in Utica the river is still about 10 feet above flood stage but it crested last evening.
Downstream in Henry the Illinois is around five feet above flood stage and is expected to go up another foot before cresting early this weekend. | lifted.
A message from the village says there will be minimal impacts to the areas of Utica that were hit hard by the 2013 flood. If things change, the village will send out alerts through its Code Red phone system along with updating their website.
A flood warning is still in effect for towns along the Illinois River.
Dogs and cats in Marseilles head to higher ground
It's one thing to evacuate a home or business because of floodwaters. It's a whole different experience evacuating a pet shelter.
Several cats and dogs at the Pet Project Shelter in Marseilles were moved to higher ground Wednesday. The dogs are staying at Play and Stay Dog Lounge in Ottawa while the cats are at the Novak-Brainard Veterinary Clinic in Ottawa and the Eastside K-9 Pet Lodge in Streator.
There's an adoption event this Saturday from 10 until 2 at Play and Stay Dog Lounge in Ottawa.
Spring Valley lawmaker continues treatment for cancer
Good news on the health front from State Representative Frank Mautino.
The Democrat from Spring Valley says he has finished chemo and radiation "thanks to the skills and compassion of the doctor, nurses and staff". Mautino says treatment has gone well and next up is surgery next month.
He announced in March that he had been diagnosed with esophageal cancer. The cancer was found during | 277 |
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of their communities, you would likely get wildly different answers. Some might come at it from a medical perspective, like access to doctors, hospitals or pharmacies. Others might think about pollution or water quality, or perhaps consider the neighborhood's economic health and whether residents have good jobs.
Very few, I suspect, would recognize that all of these factors, and more, play a role. Despite mounting data showing the linkages between place and physical wellbeing, most of us don't think of our personal health and our neighborhoods as being part of the same equation.
LISC's own research touches on some of this, finding that significant community investments—from jobs to safety to housing to businesses—help low-income residents live better and make neighborhoods more resilient. But our random sampling might reasonably ask: do those kinds of investments really make people "healthier"?
In fact, they do. The well-being of our communities has a much greater influence on how long we live and how healthy we are than our health care system does. The latest release of the County Health Rankings offers some critical insight on the question. The Rankings—a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute— measures the health of nearly every county in the country based on more than 30 different factors.
I think the backstory of those numbers is telling. If you take a look at the model, you'll see that clinical care measures account for just 20 percent of a county's overall health. The other 80 percent? Social and economic measures like education and employment; the quality of the physical environment, like housing and air/water quality; and individual health and lifestyle considerations, like smoking and obesity.
Think about that for a minute. The vast majority of what affects our health is outside the doctor's office. If we want a healthier population, we have to look at how and where we live.
The vast majority of what affects our health is outside the doctor's office.
It's something we have come to recognize over the years through LISC's Building Sustainable Communities strategy, which focuses simultaneously on a wide variety of community challenges in order to improve overall quality of life. The Rankings really drive home for me the value of this work – because our comprehensive Community Development efforts address nearly every available health factor that is measured. When viewed through the broader context of the Rankings, I think the conclusion is inescapable: investing in communities is not just a social, economic or a political calculation. It is a life and death choice that affects millions of people across the country.
What would it mean if we focused on community development as a national health strategy? Certainly, we would build more facilities that integrate health, housing, jobs and more as part of the same whole. But we would also recognize that bricks and mortar are not, on their own, a solution. Isolated investments aren't our endgame; stronger, healthier communities are.
That requires us to tackle the social determinants of health all in the same place, all at the same time. We are finding that new partnerships are powerful drivers in this regard. Neighborhood leaders are joining forces with universities, hospitals, philanthropy, law enforcement, businesses and policymakers to assess local needs, leverage community assets, ramp up community engagement and measure what works. LISC is also building national partnerships to support those local efforts—including a collaboration with the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps that connects community development to health outcomes and develops ways to disseminate best practices to help others replicate successful strategies.
LISC's Home Preservation Initiative, in Philadelphia, is one example of how the pieces come together, and one of three efforts around the country where our Rankings partnership is providing a community coach to help advance health-related goals (the others are in Boston and Indianapolis). The initiative (one of its events is pictured above) is helping low-income families repair deteriorating homes in ways that make them safer, healthier and more energy efficient. Our local partners bring a range of expertise and experience—from Drexel University's School of Public Health to Habitat for Humanity, neighborhood nonprofits and advocacy organizations.
The initiative answers a critical need related to housing but comes at it from a health viewpoint. How might this program improve air quality to help reduce the high incidence of asthma? Can it support seniors who need help in order to "age in place"? Even in the program's earliest stages, we are evaluating outcomes so we can learn for the future.
Efforts like this recognize the daunting reality: poverty is a place-based public healthcrisis. If we don't treat it as such—if we don't help kids get a better education, attract businesses to disinvested areas, bring grocery stores to food deserts and reduce crime—then chronic disease and premature death will continue to plague low-income people at alarming rates.
As community development leaders, it is our responsibility to educate policymakers, partners and neighbors about these critical connections. We need to collaborate in ways that bridge silos, and develop solutions that take on economic development and health as part of the same local plans.
A comprehensive approach to community development is, in fact, a comprehensive approach to health. People live better and longer when their communities are dynamic and strong.
Top photo caption: Taking a break during a workday for Philadelphia's Home Preservation Initiative. Repairs and weatherization of aging homes, spearheaded by Rebuilding Together Philadelphia, a close LISC partner, go a long way toward making a neighborhood healthier, and beautifying | 1,858 |
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by Edasich on 24th August 2016, 4:14 am
I'm trusting we're going to remove the question mark soon.
From Extrasolar Planet Encylopaedia's Bibliography section:
A terrestrial planet candidate in a temperate orbit around Proxima Centauri
ANGLADA-ESCUDE, AMADO, P., BARNES, J., BERDINAS, Z., BUTLER, R. & 26 additional authors
2016 | Nature, in press, | paper ADS
Update: Aug. 24, 2016
Broken link and no resource from Google search. Still embargoed or retracted paper?
Edasich
dM star
Location : Tau Ceti g - Mid Latitudes
Re: Proxima Centauri
by Shellface on 24th August 2016, 6:54 am
Probably still embargoed. The ESO press conference is slated to begin soon, so the details are surely forthcoming.
Shellface
Neptune-Mass
Location : g2 17.∞ 997 t
by Lazarus on 24th August 2016, 1:05 pm
Planet Found in Habitable Zone Around Nearest Star
Hello Proxima b!
dF star
by Led_Zep on 24th August 2016, 1:08 pm
A dream come true !!!
Led_Zep
by Daniel on 24th August 2016, 1:12 pm
I guess the question mark now can be removed
SuperEarth
by Shellface on 24th August 2016, 1:14 pm
She's finally here!
Pale Red Dot post
by Edasich on 24th August 2016, 2:23 pm
Here we are finally! The closest low-mass exoplanet ever.
by Sirius_Alpha on 24th August 2016, 3:20 pm
This looks a lot more convincing than the Alf Cen Bb planet did, especially since it shows up in both the UVES+HARPS and HARPS-PRD datasets independently. The fact that the simultaneous photometry doesn't reveal any similar periodicities is even better.
Caps Lock: Cruise control for 'Cool'!
Sirius_Alpha
Location : Earth
by matthew27 on 24th August 2016, 3:42 pm
Gets .65 our solar flex
1.1 times our radius
1.27 times our mass
I couldn't imagine (too much)a better discovery for Proxima Centauri. You're not going to get a habitable planet that isn't tidally locked around this m class star.
matthew27
Micrometeorite
From Planetary.org :
"...The best way to do that would be to directly image the planet using the giant telescopes equipped with extreme adaptive optics that are currently being built (i.e., the E-ELT, TMT, GMT). The angular separation between the star and the planet is 39 milli-arcsec, so a telescope as large as 30 m could resolve the system with the right instrument, detecting the planet and possibly giving us insights into its composition..."
The habitability of Proxima Centauri b
I. Irradiation, rotation and volatile inventory from formation to the present
http://www.ice.cat/personal/iribas/Proxima_b/pdf/Proxima_habitability_I.pdf
II. Possible climates and observabilité
http://www.ice.cat/personal/iribas/Proxima_b/pdf/Proxima_habitability_II.pdf
by PlutonianEmpire on 24th August 2016, 8:25 pm
So umm, when's the next time Proxima performs a gravity lens event on a background star?
Might we be able to detect Proxima b from it?
Circumbinary sunset!
PlutonianEmpire
Planetesimal
Location : Minnesota
by matthew27 on 25th August 2016, 12:07 am
Proxima b was added to the Habitable Exoplanets Catalog (<|fim_middle|>3:35 pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6eCF2FVcfo&utm_content=buffer7b958&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer
A Terrestrial Exoplanet at Proxima Centauri - Guillem Anglada (SETI Talks 2016)
Speaker: Guillem Anglada, Queen Mary University of London
Dr. Anglada will discuss the new paper he is first author in reporting the presence of a 1.3 Earth mass exoplanet in a temperate orbit around Proxima Centauri. This finding was reported in Nature on Thursday 25 Aug 2016.
Dr. Anglada will particpate remotely, and Dr. Franck Marchis of the SETI Institute will host a local panel (including Natalie Batalha, Thomas Barclay and Eduardo Bendek of NASA Ames and Chris Burke of the SETI Institute) to discuss the implications of the finding
Atmospheric characterization of Proxima b by coupling the SPHERE high-contrast imager to the ESPRESSO spectrograph
Context. The temperate Earth-mass planet Proxima b is the closest exoplanet to Earth and represents what may be our best ever opportunity to search for life outside the Solar System. Aims. We aim at directly detecting Proxima b and characterizing its atmosphere by spatially resolving the planet and obtaining high-resolution reflected-light spectra. Methods. We propose to develop a coupling interface between the SPHERE high-contrast imager and the new ESPRESSO spectrograph, both installed at ESO VLT. The angular separation of 37 mas between Proxima b and its host star requires the use of visible wavelengths to spatially resolve the planet on a 8.2-m telescope. At an estimated planet-to-star contrast of ~10^-7 in reflected light, Proxima b is extremely challenging to detect with SPHERE alone. The use of the high-contrast/high-resolution technique can overcome present limitations by combining a ~10^3-10^4 contrast enhancement from SPHERE to a ~10^4 gain from ESPRESSO. Results. We find that significant but realistic upgrades to SPHERE and ESPRESSO would enable a 5-sigma detection of the planet and yield a measurement of its true mass and albedo in 20-40 nights of telescope time, assuming an Earth-like atmospheric composition. Moreover, it will be possible to probe the O2 bands at 627, 686 and 760 nm, the water vapour band at 717 nm, and the methane band at 715 nm. In particular, a 3.6-sigma detection of O2 could be made in about 60 nights of telescope time. Those would need to be spread over 3 years considering optimal observability conditions for the planet. Conclusions. The very existence of Proxima b and the SPHERE-ESPRESSO synergy represent a unique opportunity to detect biosignatures on an exoplanet in the near future. It is also a crucial pathfinder experiment for the development of Extremely Large Telescopes and their instruments (abridged).
Finally we note that, besides Proxima b, a number of exoplanets of various kinds could be probed with SPHERE+ESPRESSO. As can be seen in Fig. 1, the gas giant GJ 876 b and the two Neptunes GJ 687 b and HD 219134 d are favourable targets in terms of angular separation and flux ratio.
In particular, GJ 876 b has an expected contrast 5 times higher than Proxima b and would represent a relatively easy target for an early demonstration of the HCHR approach. Moreover, additional targets will be discovered around the nearest stars in the near future by ongoing and upcoming radial velocity surveys, in particular by ESPRESSO itself
by Led_Zep on 17th September 2016, 4:06 am
"a major facility" : Hubble ?
http://www.astronomerstelegram.org/?read=9465
Murchison Widefield Array upper limits on radio emission from the Proxima Centauri exoplanetary system at 154 MHz
by Sirius_Alpha on 28th September 2016, 8:27 pm
No Conclusive Evidence for Transits of Proxima b in MOST photometry
Non-detection, but can't be sure it doesn't transit.
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http://phl.upr.edu/press-releases/proxb
by tommi59 on 25th August 2016, 4:20 am
Matthew we do not know radius it is expected 1.1 earth and planet is surely tidally locked not so habitable like almost all think
tommi59
Location : Baile Atha Cliath
by Shellface on 25th August 2016, 11:29 am
Led_Zep wrote: The habitability of Proxima Centauri b
Now on arXiv:
The habitability of Proxima Centauri b. I. Irradiation, rotation and volatile inventory from formation to the present
The habitability of Proxima Centauri b II. Possible climates and Observability
Additional works:
Exploring plausible formation scenarios for the planet candidate orbiting Proxima Centauri
We present a study of 4 different formation scenarios that may explain the origin of the recently announced planet `Proxima b' orbiting the star Proxima Centauri. The aim is to examine how the formation scenarios differ in their predictions for the multiplicity of the Proxima planetary system, the water/volatile content of Proxima b and its eccentricity, so that these can be tested by future observations. A scenario of in situ formation via giant impacts from a locally enhanced disc of planetary embryos and planetesimals, predicts that Proxima b will be a member of a multiplanet system with a measurably finite value of orbital eccentricity. Assuming that the local solid enhancement needed to form a Proxima b analogue with a minimum mass of 1.3 Earth masses arises because of the inwards drift of solids in the form of small planetesimals/boulders, this scenario also likely results in Proxima b analogues that are moderately endowed with water/volatiles, arising from the dynamical diffusion of icy planetesimals from beyond the snowline during planetary assembly. A scenario in which multiple embryos form, migrate and mutually collide within a gaseous protoplanetary disc also results in Proxima b being a member of a multiple system, but where its members are Ocean planets due to accretion occurring mainly outside of the snowline, possibly within mean motion resonances. A scenario in which a single accreting embryo forms at large distance from the star, and migrates inwards while accreting either planetesimals/pebbles results in Proxima b being an isolated Ocean planet on a circular orbit. A scenario in which Proxima b formed via pebble accretion interior to the snowline produces a dry planet on a circular orbit. Future observations that characterise the physical/orbital properties of Proxima b, and the multiplicity of the system, will provide valuable insight into its formation history.
The Habitability of Proxima Centauri b I: Evolutionary Scenarios (same title form as the other papers, but different authors)
We analyze the evolution of the potentially habitable planet Proxima Centauri b to identify environmental factors that affect its long-term habitability. We consider physical processes acting on size scales ranging between the galactic scale, the scale of the stellar system, and the scale of the planet's core. We find that there is a significant probability that Proxima Centauri has had encounters with its companion stars, Alpha Centauri A and B, that are close enough to destabilize Proxima Centauri's planetary system. If the system has an additional planet, as suggested by the discovery data, then it may perturb planet b's eccentricity and inclination, possibly driving those parameters to non-zero values, even in the presence of strong tidal damping. We also model the internal evolution of the planet, evaluating the roles of different radiogenic abundances and tidal heating and find that a planet with chondritic abundance may not generate a magnetic field, but all other models do maintain a magnetic field. We find that if planet b formed in situ, then it experienced ~160 million years in a runaway greenhouse as the star contracted during its formation. This early phase may have permanently desiccated the planet and/or produced a large abiotic oxygen atmosphere. On the other hand, if Proxima Centauri b formed with a thin hydrogen atmosphere (<1% of the planet's mass), then this envelope could have shielded the water long enough for it to be retained before being blown off itself. Through modeling a wide range of Proxima b's evolutionary processes we identify pathways for planet b to be habitable and conclude that water retention is the biggest obstacle for planet b's habitability. These results are all obtained with a new software package called VPLANET.
Something more observational:
MOST Observations of our Nearest Neighbor: Flares on Proxima Centauri
We present a study of white light flares from the active M5.5 dwarf Proxima Centauri using the Canadian microsatellite MOST. Using 37.6 days of monitoring data from 2014 and 2015, we have detected 66 individual flare events, the largest number of white light flares observed to date on Proxima Cen. Flare energies in our sample range from 1029-1031.5 erg, with complex, multi-peaked structure found in 22% of these events. The flare rate is lower than that of other classic flare stars of similar spectral type, such as UV Ceti, which may indicate Proxima Cen had a higher flare rate in its youth. Proxima Cen does have an unusually high flare rate given the slow reported rotation period, however. Extending the observed power-law occurrence distribution down to 1028 erg, we show that flares with flux amplitudes of 0.5% occur 63 times per day, while superflares with energies of 1033 erg occur ~8 times per year. Small flares may therefore pose a great difficulty in searches for transits from the recently announced 1.27 M_earth Proxima b, while frequent large flares could have significant impact on the stellar atmosphere.
Overall, the picture appears to be that modern climatic habitability remains possible even for spin synchronisation. The major unknowns are the compositional habitability, in particular the water abundance, and the environmental habitability, mostly concerning the high-energy photon flux plus the flare rate and how they interact with the planetary atmosphere. It is therefore crucial to determine the atmospheric composition, but it will take perhaps a decade or two until technology reaches the appropriate level to resolve the planet.
The discovery paper mentions a signal of unclear nature at P = ~200 d. This does not correspond to the rotational period or particularly well with the ~400 d magnetic cycle, so it could potentially be planetary; this is partially considered by Barnes et al. Still, the time coverage of this signal is probably uneven, and there are other false positive scenarios to consider, so caution is warranted.
Tutorial models of the climate and habitability of Proxima Centauri b: a thin atmosphere is sufficient to distribute heat given low stellar flux
Proxima Centauri b, an Earth-size planet in the habitable zone of our nearest stellar neighbour, has just been discovered. A theoretical framework of synchronously rotating planets, in which the risk of a runaway greenhouse on the sunlight side and atmospheric collapse on the reverse side are mutually ameliorated via heat transport is discussed. This is developed via simple (tutorial) models of the climate. These show that lower incident stellar flux means that less heat transport, so less atmospheric mass, is required. The incident stellar flux at Proxima Centauri b is indeed low, which may help enhance habitability if it has suffered some atmospheric loss or began with a low volatile inventory.
I think Proxima b has captivated the climatologists even more than the astrophysicists!
by ciceron on 26th August 2016, 10:46 pm
If the data holds , it looks like an awfully dense object. If that is so , we could not rule out a big metallic core and thus , a powerful magnetic field to shelter a viable atmosphere and or hydrosphere.
Even if that where not the case , we cannot rule out life just because there are lots of charged particles and heavy radiation.
Life , to evolve may need some quiet place , like the dark-twirling zone just in the umbra of the proxima-facing surface, but needs only space , building materials , a solvent and energy sources. Periodicity of some sort is strongly desirable for evolution , but not really a must.
That being said , i would be really shocked to find life there , but there is really nothing to prevent it. The flares not only aren't necessarily lethal , they may even be needed for the kind of life there may thrive.
This may very well be the biggest news of this millennium so far , and it earned like 1% of news time in national TV. Sometimes i just despair
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Planetary Embryo
by Sirius_Alpha on 26th August 2016, 11:27 pm
ciceron wrote: it looks like an awfully dense object
We know neither the planet's radius or it's true mass. The density is unknown.
A paper about what the JW telescope will be able to do
http://arxiv.org/pdf/1608.07345.pdf
by Shellface on 5th September 2016, 10:56 am
Geomagnetic properties of Proxima Centauri b analogues
The recent discovery of a planet around the closest star, Proxima Centauri, could represent a quantum leap on the testability of models in exoplanet sciences. Unlike any other discovered exoplanet, models of planetary processes in Proxima b could be contrasted against near future telescopic observations and far future in-situ measurements. In this paper we study the geomagnetic properties of Proxima b analogues, namely, solid planets with masses close but larger than Earth's mass, periods of rotation of several days and habitable surface conditions. Assuming different planetary masses, bulk compositions and periods of rotations, we calculate for each planetary analogue its radius, heat flux, time of inner core formation, dynamo lifetime and minimum dipole magnetic moment. We find that most (≳70%) Proxima b analogues develop intrinsic dynamos that last at least 3 Gyr, although only half of them are older than the present age of the host star (4 − 6 Gyr). Relying in our planetary evolution models, we predict with a 70% confidence level that Proxima b will be an earth-like planet with mass and radius 1.3 < Mp< 2.3 M⊕, Rp=1.4+0.3−0.2R⊕, having today an intrinsic dynamo with a dipole moment Mdip = 0.32×2.3÷2.9 Mdip,⊕. Our results rely on the assumptions of flat priors in the input parameters, small orbital eccentricity, negligible tidal heating and earth-like radiogenic mantle elements abundances. The same results obtained for this set of planetary analogues, apply to other earth-like planets having similar observed properties than Proxima b (minimum mass, orbital period and stellar mass).
In the general sense there are decent odds that the planet still has a significant magnetic field, despite slow rotation.
I am not aware of any direct methods to observe a exoplanetary magnetic field, but presumably there would be significant atmospheric differences between a magnetised and unmagnetised Proxima b, so good determination of the atmospheric composition should be sufficient to constrain the magnetic field.
by Led_Zep on 11th September 2016, | 2,568 |
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Total balance of outstanding bills is $43,600. That compromises of 207 students. We are slightly above the collecting of what we were last year. Mr. Meyer reports that he believes the credit card machine and the new registration schedule has helped in collecting fees. Mr. Meyer reminded the BOE of the Semi-Annual Conference and Dinner Meeting at Damiansville Elementary on Wednesday, October 24th at 5:00 P.M. The presentation will focus on Collective Bargaining and Legislative Updates. We have scheduled the annual Loss Control Service visit with Mr. Anthony Antonellis of Gallagher Bassett Services for November 5th. The report will summarize the items that they recommend we address for risk management that lower exposure to insurance claims. Mr. Brian Guthrie of the Regional Office of Education made his annual Compliance Visit on September 24th. This year's visit was a "Mini compliance". We have not yet received the report for health life safety.
We have had our indoor and outdoor bleachers inspected by Langhorst Construction of Arnold, Missouri. They have determined a list of necessary and suggested repairs to equipment. The total cost will be about $2,100. Most of the repairs are relatively minor (seat clips, end caps, broken seats), but we do need a new gearbox, bushing, and outriggers for operation of telescoping transition in the West Gym. We also have had some recent problems with the Fire Alarm system. A panel in the system went bad and needed replacement. This caused a rash of other problems including bad relays, door holds, alarms, and strobes. The cost reached about $4,200 and has been repaired by M.C. Electric and Simplex. There is a correction to last month's approval of a bill. The final bill to Calhoun Construction for the summer restroom renovations should have included a credit. Therefore, we have had a revision to the last payment amount and it will end up being $39,279.71 as opposed to the $43,841.71 as approved last month for summer project. On October 26th we have a full Institute Day for our teachers and the School Improvement Team has planned a day of presentations centered on "life as a teen". The Clinton County Sheriff's Office is speaking on the signs of Drug/Alcohol Abuse. The CHADS Organization will be here to talk about Bullying and Teen Suicide. And, an expert from the University of Illinois-Springfield will be here to discuss Cyberbullying, Social Media, and The Age of New Technology. Mrs. Rueter has pushed forward and the C.C.H.S. Spanish Club has been born. She has over 80 members; they have done two activities already (including Fright Fest at Six Flags), and selected officers. Mrs. Rittenhouse is setting up a flu shot clinic at Central. All employees and Board members are eligible to receive the vaccination.
Mr. Meyer shared some information from Brian Braun regarding the Germantown TIF agreement. The EAV of the TIF area for the past 2 years is roughly $37,000 each year. Mr. Meyer explained to the BOE the discussion he had with Brian Braun. The type of agreement we have with the city of Breese is no longer permissible. However we can enter into agreement with a city or village asking for investment of capital assets. Mr. Braun was concerned about what Germantown Elementary is doing. Our options are: we can say no, we can say yes, we could ask them to enter in to agreement with investing to capital asset or we can ask them to make an offer to us on a flat intergovernmental agreement. The BOE opted to ask them to make an offer to us on a flat intergovernmental agreement.
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Mr. Meyer shared with the Board of Education some enrollment projection figures based on information from the elementary districts and other sources. Obviously, the farther ahead we work, the less accurate projections can be expected. We also have a lower number of new transfers coming to the district than in the past. Plans for future financial, staff employment, and facility decisions could depend largely on enrollment changes. The total number of grade school students is flat.
The Building Committee met on Tuesday, October 9th to consider recommendations for projects to be completed this upcoming year and long term planning for the facility. The committee looked at the 10 year survey and we have completed everything on the list in 6 years. They also looked at past discussions on other projects. The committee discussed the commons floor as being a possible project next summer. Todd Jones will be bringing back estimates on numerous projects.
The Advanced Composition, Communications, and Pop Culture students made their annual trip to District 12 to kick off the Young Author Writing Program on September 28th. Mrs. Shanafelt and Mrs. Pettus took the groups to both campuses.
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There was School Improvement Early Dismissal on October 5th. Mrs. Spencer gave a power point presentation on various data bases for the teachers to use. Mr. Peters, Mrs. Kujawa and Mrs | 1,167 |
I'm happy to have you back here for another week of zentangle challenge goodness.
We are dealing with gross weather here. I know many of you have been posting about snow and cold too. Like, what the heck? My kids really wanted it to be SPRING right on time. Artoo said as he was going to bed on the 19th: "Wouldn't it be awesome if at midnight when it turns into the First Day of Spring, if all the snow would disappear and there would be grass and flowers everywhere?"
sadly, it doesn't work that way, and also sadly - we got more and more snow, with more on the way.
You get it, Henry. You understand.
Chewie and i had to get out into the world though. we are going crazy with winter sickness.
So we took Luna for a 3.5 km walk together. (2.17 miles) and we just pretended that it was spring time. because we are sick of it.
She's so funny, she knows that she's not allowed in my bedroom, so this is what she does. She sits in the hallway and when i'm not looking, she puts one paw inside my room. What a rebel.
Artoo had a pretty good week that ended with a fun birthday party at his friend's house. But as we were leaving he started getting a bit stuffed up, and now - yes<|fim_middle|>Laura, I love your work. I don't think I've ever seen darkening the end of the line as you do in this Paradox. What a cool effect!
Hallo Laura, Thanks for this challenge. Love your Paradox. It´s so sorry, that Mr. Linky isn´t here.
Hope spring comes to you soon!
I hope Artoo feels better soon. I'm also looking for Mr. Linkey. I don't know why people are giving you their site addresses, by in case you want them, mine is http://tanglesharing.blogspot.com/2018/03/diva-357-paradox-monotangle.html Thanks.
Hey, Laura...I rather like your tile with the dark borders in it, so don't throw it away. It is good.
Hey, where's the Linky Machine????
Wishing Artoo a speedy recovery!
I like your final product. I thought it was tres unique and made the paradoces (?) stand out! I get it though. Many times I could've just stopped. :) Thank you for the challenge! Hope Artoo feels better!
I really like the bold black lines you ended up with. For me, you stopped at the right moment! Hope Artoo is feeling better. If it makes you feel any better, we had snow here in North Carolina, which has absolutely nothing northern about it, on the 24th of March!
Hey Laura, thank you for the work you do for us. This challenge resulted in one of the oddest tiles I've ever done. Creativity so surprises us! I love yours. Going to look at other people's results now.
Paradox is my favorite tangle; so this was right up my alley. I did 2 tiles. Thanks again for all your work.
Was out of town and did not get a chance to post this sooner. Tried to do with my tablet but that did not work. I love Paradox. | you guessed it, he's full on sick. This next week of school is a short week, because they have parent/teacher interviews and then Friday is good Friday, but i think this little boy will be staying home with me all week - and focusing on getting better.
It was a Beenie Boo adoption party! Here's Artoo and his owl Yago.
Weekly Challenge #357: "Monotangle - Paradox time!"
So, i love a good monotangle.
A monotangle is a term (originating here on this blog!) for a tile or piece comprised of ONLY ONE tangle, and it's tangleations. So for this week, i thought i'd revisit Paradox, because it is one of my favourite tangles, and i always find these challenges so fun to see the new and interesting ways that people use the same tangle in their tiles.
So - this is a CLASSIC case of wishing i would have quit when i was ahead. There was a point during this tile that i LOVED it, and i should have stopped then and left well enough alone, but for some reason i kept going.
that moment is RIGHT HERE.
I really like how this looked, so i may go back again and try to recreate it. BUT - as always, i share with you my finished tile, regardless of whether or not i actually like it. lol.
And if you're on the Zentangle Mosaic App or Instagram - i'm @iamthediva - come on by and follow me, and i'm going to be using hashtags on the app for each of my weekly challenges. So if you're game - use the hashtag #DC357 (Diva Challenge #357) for your tile this week! You can also search in the app for people's contributions to the challenge by clicking on the hashtag from inside the app, or using the search function.
...thanks for the challenge...it´s fun!
But...omg...Mister Linky is missing !?
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'Enforcement gap' persists in NM ethics laws
By Laura Paskus | June 7, 2017
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Corruption has long been endemic to New Mexico government. And today, even when people ferret out potential problems or ethical lapses, there's still a significant gap between the laws meant to protect people and the ability or willingness of state agencies to enforce them.
In January, for example, conservation groups wrote to the state purchasing agent and director, asking him to look into a political donation from a company with a lucrative state contract. The company had contributed $1,000 to Gov. Susana Martinez's political action committee during a time when the state's Procurement Code prohibits political contributions, when proposals are being evaluated for the awarding of contracts.
Months passed, and the activists didn't hear back from the state purchasing agent or from the agency that had issued the contract, the New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission (ISC). The activists also notified State Auditor Tim Keller, whose office wrote a letter to the ISC in February.
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In that letter, Keller pointed out that the Special Investigations Division had received information alerting them to a potential weakness in the agency's internal controls for procurement practices related to campaign contribution disclosures. The sequence of events, wrote Keller, "exposes a weakness in the ISC's internal controls for Procurement Code compliance."
The consequence of a violation, a mandatory cancellation of the contract, is "severe and potentially quite expensive to the state," Keller wrote, and asked the ISC to review the matter, plan to correct the problem, strengthen its internal controls and inform his office.
The ISC didn't respond to Keller's office nor to the conservation groups.
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This site built with Project Largo from INN and proudly powered by WordPress. | May, the groups appealed to New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas.
Aside from acknowledging receipt of their letter, they didn't hear back from the attorney general either.
In May and June, NM Political Report repeatedly reached out to the attorney general's spokesman to ask about the issue. James Hallinan responded last Friday via text message that the agency will issue a determination by June 16.
According to the ISC's public information officer, Melissa Dosher-Smith, the agency is in the process of responding to Keller's letter.
With silence from almost all the agencies involved, the issue has merely simmered—without resolution for the company nor those who raised the issue of an ethical lapse.
This isn't unusual.
"While the State Auditor's Office plays an important role in identifying potential violations, it is ultimately the responsibility of those charged with governance to take corrective actions," Keller told NM Political Report.
The office's primary mission is to enhance government accountability and transparency through financial audits, special investigations and the state's Government Accountability Office, Keller explained.
They can ask government agencies and managers to take corrective action, or if it's a criminal matter, work with law enforcement. Or, they can reveal what's happening behind the scenes at state agencies by issuing public reports and press releases and talking with reporters.
In recent years, for example, the office has brought a number of issues to the public's attention, including the state's backlog of over 5,000 untested rape kits, alleged abuses by the now-former secretary of Taxation and Revenue Department and the likely embezzlement of $200,000 from a high-level employee from Northern New Mexico College.
"In each case though, it was our office shining a light and the entity taking action," Keller said, "as we did not have the power to 'force' any of these outcomes."
New Mexico historically has had an "enforcement gap" between the laws on the books concerning conduct of state officials and other similar areas like transparency and openness, says Douglas Carver, executive director of New Mexico Ethics Watch, a nonpartisan group.
He compares the group to the New Mexico Foundation for Open Government, which fields calls from the public and offers trainings on the state's open records and open meetings laws. "We do for government ethics what FOG does for open meetings and public records."
New Mexico has good ethics laws, Carver said, but they're not enforced. There is a history in the state of the three agencies involved, New Mexico Secretary of State, Office of the Attorney General and Office of the State Auditor, he said, "either turning a blind eye or not being aggressive enough in enforcement."
That can change in the course of an election cycle: "The present auditor and present secretary of state, they've really picked up the mantle and are doing the job as designed," he said.
Neither of those offices has enforcement capabilities, however.
"The buck should stop with the attorney general's office on all these issues, ultimately," Carver said. "When matters are brought to their attention, they need to aggressively investigate." The lack of enforcement isn't new or unique to Balderas, who has been the state's Attorney General since 2015.
"Whether that's a staffing issue, a budget issue, or something else, it's hard to say," he said.
Meanwhile, as the state considers creation of a new ethics commission, Carver hopes it won't just be "one more black hole of ethics complaints in the state."
In March, the New Mexico State Legislature passed a bill that will allow voters to weigh in during the 2018 election on a constitutional amendment creating a state ethics commission.
If voters approve the measure, the ethics commission would include one commissioner appointed by the governor and four by the state Legislature; those four commissioners would select two additional members.
Related story: Voters to decide on ethics commission
The commission, while a potential step forward, won't automatically solve the state's challenges with ethics and enforcement.
"Like any other state agency, the devil will be in the details," Carver emphasized.
The members of the commission will affect its success. And so will the power and scope given to the commission by the Legislature, he said.
To shift the ethical culture in New Mexico government, Carver said it's important for the public to stay engaged and hold people accountable, including the secretary of state, attorney general, state auditor, legislators and the governor.
"We hope the people of the state will demand more of these offices that are supposed to be looking at our welfare," he said. "It's not wrong for you to say: what's going on?"
DOH set to finalize rules on cannabis consumption areas, new testing standards
New Mexico is one step closer to establishing sanctioned, legal areas for medical cannabis patients to use their medicine. The Department of Health's Medical Cannabis Program held a public hearing Thursday to hear comments from the public regarding department rule changes. Those changes include higher testing standards for cannabis producers and manufacturers, reciprocity for medical cannabis patients already enrolled in a medical program in another state and consumption areas. Most comments from the public were about the testing standards, but some medical cannabis patients said they would like to see more leniency on who can open a consumption area and where they can open it. Erica Rowland, a founding member of the Albuquerque-based cannabis producer Seven Clover, said the opportunity to open a consumption area should not be limited to those who already produced the cannabis. "Consumption areas should not be limited to [Licensed Non Profit Producers]," Rowland said. But because the state's cannabis law is specifically written and leaves little room for interpretation, the Legislature would need to act to change consumption area requirements.
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After inspecting absentee ballots from the 2nd Congressional District's most-populous county, Republican Yvette Herrell decided not to challenge the results of the election she lost to Democrat Xochitl Torres Small in November. Herrell announced the news Monday, the deadline to challenge the results.
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Former Trump officials are supposed to avoid lobbying. Except 33 haven't.
In his first 10 days in office, Trump signed an executive order that required all his political hires to sign a pledge. On its face, it's straightforward and ironclad: When Trump officials leave government employment, they agree not to lobby the agencies they worked in for five years.
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Committee advances ethics bill, but questions remain
The House Judiciary Committee on Saturday voted 8-0 to move forward a bill establishing procedures for the state Ethics Commission, even though some lawmakers believe the measure still needs work. House Bill 4 would install seven commissioners with power to investigate and enforce compliance with laws on governmental conduct, election campaigns, lobbying and financial disclosures.
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New Mexico sues over talc, citing marketing aimed at African-American and Hispanic New Mexico women and children
New Mexico sued Johnson & Johnson and Valeant Pharmaceuticals over talc-based products it allegedly knew were laced with contamination while specifically marketing those products to African-American and Hispanic New Mexican women and children. Attorney General Hector Balderas filed the suit Friday in the First Judicial District Court of New Mexico.
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About Laura Paskus
Laura Paskus has been writing about New Mexico's natural resources and communities since 2002, as an assistant editor of High Country News, a radio producer at KUNM-FM, managing editor of Tribal College Journal and a freelancer for a variety of publications including the Santa Fe Reporter, New Mexico In Depth and Indian Country Today. Her work has also appeared in Al Jazeera America, Ms. Magazine, | 1,907 |
New Hayward Fault study reveals increased risk in East Bay Hills
Posted on February 16, 2018 February 16, 2018 by Temblor
Check your hazard rank
In a new study by Lawrence Livermore and Lawrence Berkeley scientists, they found that areas like the Berkeley Hills, will experience the greatest shaking in a M=7.0 Hayward Fault earthquake. (Photo from: berkeleynature.files.wordpress.com)
Last week, in a report published in Geophysical Research Letters, scientists from Lawrence Livermore and Lawrence Berkeley laboratories modeled ground shaking from a M=7.0 Hayward Fault earthquake in greater detail than ever before. Additionally, this is the highest resolution earthquake simulation ever done for Northern California. In Southern California, the Southern California Earthquake Center (SCEC) developed CyberShake, a physics-based seismic hazard model for all of Southern California. Principal investigator Artie Rodgers, seismologist at Lawrence Livermore Laboratory, told Temblor that while they are not working on CyberShake or with SCEC, they are working to "compute the most realistic, fully deterministic 3D ground motions for use in hazard, risk and building/structural response analysis."
This Temblor map shows the complex network of faults across the Bay Area. Of all of these faults, the Hayward Fault has the highest probability of rupturing in a M=6.7+ earthquake in the next 30 years, according to the USGS.
A ticking time bomb
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Rodgers, A. J., Pitarka, A., Petersson, N. A., Sjögreen, B., & McCallen, D. B. (2018). Broadband (0–4 Hz) ground motions for a magnitude 7.0 Hayward fault earthquake with Three-Dimensional structure and topography. Geophysical Research Letters, 45. https://doi.org/10.1002/2017GL076505
Lawrence Livermore Laboratory | residents of the San Francisco East Bay, the greatest seismic hazard is the Hayward Fault. As this nearly 80 mile-long fault snakes its way from just east of San Jose to San Pablo Bay, where it transitions to the Rodgers Creek Fault, it cuts through the cities of Hayward, Fremont, Oakland and Berkeley. While the Hayward Fault may not have the notoriety of the San Andreas, it is part of the same larger fault system, and according to the USGS, has a greater chance of rupturing in a large earthquake by 2043. The USGS says there is a 33% chance the Hayward ruptures in a M=6.7+ earthquake by 2043, while the San Andreas has a 22% chance. This difference is mainly due to the fact that a large earthquake last occurred on the Hayward Fault in 1868, and because the interval between the last five major quakes is 140 years (This year is the 150th anniversary of the 1868 quake). Therefore, all residents of the East Bay must be aware of the hazard that lies below their feet.
The most detailed earthquake simulation in Northern California
In order to produce this simulation, the Lawrence Livermore scientists incorporated 3D geology and topography, and ran the simulation on a supercomputer for 18 hours. By taking into account the structures beneath the earth's surface, greater representation of how seismic waves propagate could be achieved. By comparing their results to models based on actual recorded earthquakes, the team of scientists found that they were, on average, consistent. Dr. Rodgers told Temblor that "the good agreement with median ground motion prediction equations gives us confidence that the source, wave propagation and solver result in motions that are consistent with empirical data. This is important for acceptance by earthquake engineers." Such acceptance is vital, and this simulation takes a great step forward in showing that computational models can generate realistic results. Kenneth Hudnut, Science Advisor for Risk Reduction and Research Geophysicist at the USGS told us in a phone conversation that, "what Artie has done is masterful work and pushed simulations for a Hayward Fault M 7.0 rupture to greater realism than ever before. People are getting better at these simulations and the engineers are recognizing this."
These three slides show shaking within the Bay Area 9, 10, and 40 seconds after the start of the simulated Hayward Fault earthquake. What should be highlighted is that there is significantly higher shaking in the East Bay Hills due to weak rocks, and that even 40 seconds after the earthquake, areas like Livermore are still shaking as it lies in a sedimentary basin.
Greatest risk in the East Bay Hills
One of the major findings from this simulation is that east of the Hayward Fault, in the East Bay Hills, significantly higher ground motions were recorded, primarily due to the geology of the hills, which are comprised of weak sedimentary rocks. This should be of concern to residents of the area, as a major earthquake would cause significant damage to structures and lifelines, as well as major economic and social disruption. Furthermore, strong shaking within the steep topography of the East Bay Hills means landslides pose a threat to both people and property.
The video above, from the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory shows the simulated earthquake rupture along the Hayward Fault
Further study and preparation
Moving forward, the scientists will work to see how different type of rupture scenarios can generate different types of shaking. "We only ran one rupture realization with one hypocenter, so variations in slip distribution and hypocenter (controlling directivity) remain for further study. In fact, I am working on this now" Dr. Rodgers told us. Additionally, Dr. Hudnut added that, "everyone is excited about the prospect of using supercomputers to provide greater realism. What we lack are groundmotion recordings from large historic earthquakes. Instead, we have to piece together fragments of precious data from recent earthquakes, and use that in checking these simulations against reality." All of this means that the simulations will only get better, including incorporating amplification and liquefaction effects. Regardless, for residents of the East Bay, especially those within the East Bay Hills, this study highlights how your location is critical to determining your hazard, as well as the need to understand how at risk you are. Only by doing this can | 900 |
The main element of the necklace has hand forged tapered ends which wrap around forming the vine. The leaves and butterflies are cut and shaped<|fim_middle|>. | by hand to give dimension.
It has a mirror polished finish to reflect the light.
Measures 6.5 cm by 4.5 cm approx, including the butterfly.
The chain is a heavyweight square diamond cut belcher.
The length is approx 18 inches and is adjustable to 19.5.
These are constructed from 925 sterling silver. They have a highly polished finish. The reverse has been textured. These have a lovely depth and dimension to them, right down to the curling of the leaves and the shaping of the butterfly. They measure 1.5 inches long (4cm). The butterfly 1.2 x 0.8 cm. All measurements are approx.
The main bangle is 3mm diameter solid silver. The bangle is oval in shape, this makes it sit better on the wrist. It has been encircled with finer silver to form vines, the leaves vary in size and are curling to add dimension. A butterfly dangles to create movement. The internal circumference is a generous 20.5 cm. The diameter at it's widest is 7.5 cm. The butterfly measures 2.5 x 1.5 cm | 247 |
Standard hosting solutions are great but when a website becomes increasingly popular and the number of visitors multiplies insistently, this site will undoubtedly require more space to operate. When this happens the only plausible solution is upgrading. Opting for a dedicated server can be extremely expensive and uneconomical especially if you don't require all that extra muscle. Luckily there is an intermediate solution that will provide everything you require and nothing else.
The solution we are talking about is a Virtual private server (VPS) or virtual dedicated server (VDS). This alternative has seen its popularity grow substantially over the past years and currently represents one of the best solutions for people looking for affordable private servers. One of the major differences between VPS and a traditional dedicated server is that they are cheaper given that one server can host many virtual private servers. This is because all VPS reside on a normal physical server. We could also compare a VPS to shared hosting. The only difference being that the first offers more configurability. This is mainly because customers can install additional software on their virtual servers, whilst shared hosting only permits clients to use the predefined software previously installed.
The way a virtual private server works is quite simple. After partitioning a physical server into multiple smaller servers, each partition will have installed all the necessary applications to run on its own, much like if it was a standalone machine. What makes VPS so attractive is that they can also run their own independent operating system and even reboot without affecting the other partitions. This gives customers more independence at a fraction of the cost. To achieve this virtualization software or emulators are utilized so as to permit each partition to boot separately. And seeing as VPS don't have direct access to the hardware, the physical server is left untouched.
With the ever growing demand for flexible and affordable solutions, most hosting companies are starting to offer VPS as an extension to their catalog of products and in<|fim_middle|> over the more expensive dedicated servers for the obvious reasons. They offer most of the perks that come with private servers but at a fraction of the cost. So if you are looking for a scalable solution but are worried about the costs, give VPS a try. | some cases even substituted the traditional private server. Virtual private servers can be an excellent alternative | 17 |
In realising this commitment, Google is supporting its partner Livity Africa to run two training programs: Digify<|fim_middle|> development, "training the trainers" and, in some cases, delivering the training sessions.
Additionally, Google has announced the launch of digifyafrica.com, a free online-learning portal that will house a range of digital skills courses, available to anyone in Africa. The courses are designed to be as light on data as possible so they don't eat up valuable airtime. There are nine training courses already available and Google aims to have 50 available by July. | Bytes, to give digital skills to young people looking to develop a digital career; and Digify Pro, a 3-month "immersion programme" for digital specialists.
These programs have already launched in Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa, and will be scaled to reach more people in the next 12 months. A group of 65 volunteer Googlers from around the world are helping the Livity team with content | 85 |
Buenos Aires, Argentina, February 19, 2014 - Banco Macro S.A. (NYSE: BMA; BCBA: BMA) ("Banco Macro" or "BMA" or the "Bank") announced today its results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2013 ("4Q13"). All figures are in Argentine pesos (Ps.)<|fim_middle|>Q13, the Bank's non-performing to total financing ratio was 1.7% and the coverage ratio reached 149.06%. | and have been prepared in accordance with Argentine GAAP.
. The Bank's net income totaled Ps.953.4 million in 4Q13. This result was 67% higher than the Ps.571.9 million reported in the third quarter of 2013 ("3Q13") and 124% higher than the Ps.425.8 million posted in the fourth quarter of 2012 ("4Q12"). In 4Q13, the accumulated return on average equity ("ROAE") and the accumulated return on average assets ("ROAA") were 33.3% and 4.6%, respectively.
. In 4Q13, Banco Macro's financing to the private sector grew 7% or Ps.2.4 billion quarter over quarter ("QoQ") totaling Ps.39.5 billion. Commercial loans showed better performance than consumer loans. Among commercial loans, pledge and mortgages loans (mainly productive investments loans with mortgage and pledge guarantees respectively, according to Communication "A" 5319, "A" 5380 and "A" 5449 of BCRA), grew 22% and 20% QoQ, respectively. Credit cards and personal loans rose 19% and 7% QoQ, respectively.
. In 4Q13, Banco Macro's total deposits grew 4% QoQ, totaling Ps.43.4 billion and representing 86% of the Bank's total liabilities. Private sector deposits grew 9% QoQ.
. Banco Macro continued showing a strong solvency ratio, with excess capital of Ps.4.2 billion (25.3% capitalization ratio). In addition, the Bank's liquid assets remained at an adequate level, reaching 33.3% of its total deposits in 4Q13.
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Kansas vs. Nebraska Postgame Notes
Recap | Final Stats |
Kansas 64, Nebraska 54
March 14, 2008 * Kansas City, Mo. * Sprint Center
Postgame Notes
Kansas' win over Nebraska…
…Made KU 29-3 on the season and gave the Jayhawks 62 wins over the last two seasons.
…Extended KU's winning streak to five games, the second longest of the season (the longest is 20).
…Marked Kansas' seventh-straight win in the Big 12 Championship, its second longest streak in the event – KU<|fim_middle|>18 in points in the paint. | won 11-straight from 1997-2000.
…Made KU 43-4 in its last 47 games.
…Gave KU an 11-1 record all-time in Big 12 tourney quarterfinal action.
…Advanced Kansas to the conference tourney semifinals for the 11th time in Big 12 history and 29th time overall.
…Improved KU to 53-22 in league tournament play, 23-6 at the Big 12 Championship.
…Marked KU's first neutral court game of the season, giving the Jayhawks a 1-0 mark in games played at a neutral site.
…Made the all-time series with Texas A&M 12-1 in favor of the Jayhawks, including 6-0 in College Station (5-0 in Reed Arena).
…Gave KU 2-0 record at the Sprint Center and a 186-75 mark in games played in Kansas City.
…Improved head coach Bill Self to 134-32 while at KU, 341-137 overall and 18-7 in conference tournaments.
…Made KU 1,935-785 all-time.
– Kansas was held to a season-low 22 first-half points. The Jayhawks also scored only 22 points in the first half of their game with Arizona on Nov. 25, 2007.
– Kansas trailed at the half for just the fourth time this season. The Jayhawks are now 2-2 in games when they were behind at the break.
– The Jayhawks five-point deficit at the half was its largest of the season. KU previously trailed by four points at Oklahoma State on February 23, 2008.
– KU went on an 18-6 lead to open the second half.
– Sophomore guard Sherron Collins came off the bench to post a team-high 13 points in the win. Collins has now scored in double figures in four-straight games and 13 games on the season.
– Senior forward Darnell Jackson was one of three Jayhawks in double figures with 12 points. Jackson has now scored in double figures in 21 games on the.
– Jackson was also the leading rebounder for KU with nine caroms. With his nine rebounds, Jackson moved into 28th place on the Jayhawk all-time rebounding chart. He now has 568 rebounds in his career. He jumped from 32nd place to 28th, passing Lew Johnson (561), Ron Loneski (561), Walt Wesley (565) and Gene Elston (566).
– Junior guard Mario Chalmers tied a career high with three blocks. Chalmers also turned in three blocks versus Nebraska on January 26, 2008.
– Chalmers, who finished the game with 12 points, moved into 29th place on the Kansas all-time scoring chart. He now has 1,218 points. Chalmers moved past Jacque Vaughn (1,207), Greg Dreiling (1,209) and Scot Pollard (1,209).
– Kansas outscored Nebraska 22-7 at the free throw line. The Jayhawks made 22-of-31 from the charity stripe, while the Cornhuskers made 7-of-10.
– Despite a nearly identical mark in turnovers (18-17), Nebraska outscored Kansas 21-11 in points off turnovers.
– Kansas won the battle of the boards 34-24 and also outscored NU 30- | 810 |
Uralkali Finance Designated Activity Company
Uralkali PJSC
Credit Opinion: Uralkali PJSC: Update following rating affirmation at Ba2, outlook changed to stable
Credit Opinion: Uralkali PJSC: Update following rating affirmation at Ba2, outlook changed to positive
Rating Action: Moody's changes Uralkali's outlook to stable and affirms Ba2 CFR
Announcement of Periodic Review: Moody's announces completion of a periodic review of ratings of Uralkali PJSC
Peer Snapshot: Uralkali PJSC - June 2020 (LTM): Peer Snapshot
Announcement of Periodic Review:
Moody's announces completion of a periodic review of ratings of Uralkali PJSC
London, 29 October 2019 -- Moody's Investors Service ("Moody's") has completed a periodic review of the ratings of Uralkali PJSC and other ratings that are associated with the same analytical unit. The review was conducted through a portfolio review in which Moody's reassessed the appropriateness of the ratings in the context of the relevant principal methodology(ies), recent developments, and a comparison of the financial and operating profile to similarly rated peers. The review did not involve a rating committee. Since 1 January 2019, Moody's practice has been to issue a press release following each periodic review to announce its completion.
This publication does not announce a credit rating action and is not an indication of whether or not a credit rating action is likely in the near future. Credit ratings and outlook/review status cannot be changed in a portfolio review and hence are not impacted by this announcement. For any credit ratings referenced in this publication, please see the ratings tab on the issuer/entity page on www.moodys.com for the most updated credit rating action information and rating history.
Key rating considerations are summarized below.
Uralkali's Ba2 rating positively reflects the company's strong business profile underpinned by its (1) sustainable position as one of the leading global potash producers with large mining reserves; and (2) competitive advantage of one of the lowest cost base in the industry, which reflects<|fim_middle|>Moody's Investors Service Ltd.
London E14 5FA | its vertical integration, low natural gas prices, and weak rouble. The rating also factors in Uralkali's improving financial metrics in line with its new more conservative financial policy, under which Uralkali endevours to reach in the medium term a comfortable leverage level of between 2.0x and 2.5x unadjusted net debt/EBITDA (2.9x for the 12 months ended June 2019). The company's financial profile is supported by its solid cash flow generation and flexible capital spending programme. The company's sound liquidity also benefits from the access to long-term bank and capital markets funding.
At the same time, Uralkali's rating takes into account the company's (1) susceptibility to the cyclical global fertiliser market; (2) single commodity (potash) concentration, with exposure to potash price volatility, along with the inherent environmental and mining risks; (3) exposure to corporate governance risks related to the concentrated ownership structure, including persisting risks of substantial shareholder distributions; and (4) exposure to Russia's macroeconomic, regulatory and operating environment, including the rouble's volatility.
This document summarizes Moody's view as of the publication date and will not be updated until the next periodic review announcement, which will incorporate material changes in credit circumstances (if any) during the intervening period.
The principal methodology used for this review was Chemical Industry published in March 2019. Please see the Rating Methodologies page on www.moodys.com for a copy of this methodology.
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Reduced, now priced below recent appraisal. Charming home on 2 usable acres. Extensive remodel with all work permitted. Cul-de-sac lot in a great neighborhood with South AVL convenience. Kitchen has gas range, double ovens and large pantry. Quality construction with energy efficient benefits. 2X6 walls, super insulated with vapor barrier, heat recovery ventilator, whole house generator, dual fuel source heat pump with air purification system. 3 car garage, low maintenance landscaping, new deck, recently painted inside and out, Brazilian cherry hardwood with carpet in bedrooms, septic pumped last year, inspection 2/13 results shared with serious buyers. Well loved and ready for new owners.
Gorgeous home with stunning mountain views on 1.11 acre lot in desirable White Pine subdivision! Completely remodeled in 2006. Spacious master suite with his & hers closets, dual vanities, Jacuzzi tub leading out to the gorgeous pool and large back deck. Back yard is partially fenced with privacy, perfect for pets and entertaining. Home also features 2 gas log fireplaces, 1 living room, a family room and a separate dining room. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, double oven, and granite counter-tops. Unfinished basement with a full bathroom leaves room to grow or use as storage. This home is move-in ready and waiting for you to love it!
Spacious home on 1<|fim_middle|> which could provide income. Cattle are currently grazing in pasture. Great level garden space. Already horse fenced. Entire knoll behind the house offers perfect building site for estate.
Great Investment Property! Three rentals on 2.2 acres! Great location in Fairview/Fletcher area. 2 properties have tenants and the owner lives in the 3rd. The house is an adorable 2br/2ba, completely remodeled & well insulated. The single wide is a 1996 2 br/2ba with carport. The double wide is a 2010 3br/2ba. There is a pole barn on the property for storage. City water. The pics shown are of the single wide.
Wonderful neighborhood in convenient Fletcher location, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home has been lovingly maintained by the same family for 26 years. Relax in your beautiful master suite with elegant master bath and nice sized walk-in closet. Stylish updated kitchen with dark cabinets and granite makes for the centerpiece of the home. Enjoy new carpet and vinyl hardwoods, and nice deck in the back for grilling or entertaining. Basement contains a recreation room and a bonus room with closet, beside the 2 car garage with storage area. This home is move-in ready and has plenty to love. Seller offering AHS home warranty.
Looking for a mini farm? Look no further than this recently updated rustic home. Lots of glass allow for plenty of natural light inside. Cedar siding with Poplar bark accents on the inside and out add appeal, as well as the cabinet inlays and apple wood counter top in the bathroom. Two fenced in acres provide lots of room for the animals. Enjoy the sunshine on the deck with views of the pond in the neighboring community. | .5 acres of land, detached 3 car garage, perfect separate apartment or in-law suite, AHS Home Warranty, extensive decking, plenty of BRs, rock exterior, 2 Rock FPS, fenced in yard perfect for dogs, family room, rec room, great school districts.
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Your private estate site is waiting for you. Or, if you have thought about starting a subdivision, this 20 acre ( /-) tract of land in beautiful Cane Creek valley is waiting for you. With city water at the road, it will afford you unlimited options on development or personal use and the zoning is open use. Great views from most of the 20 acres. There is also a small pond on the property. This is a property you will need to see and walk on before you let it slip away. Acreage size is approximate, subject to buyers survey.
Be the king of Cane Creek, bring your horses, looking down on the entire valley. Small house could be guest quarters while you build your dream home from any of several perfect building sites. Large trees on 1/3 of property. Long range views everywhere. Easy access. Heart pine floors. Refinished trim. Paneling. Solid home. Easy to show. Even includes large chicken house | 432 |
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Factors Affecting the Characterization of Post-Exertional Malaise Derived from Patient Input
Carly S. Holtzman, DePaul UniversityFollow
Claire Fisher, DePaul UniversityFollow
Shaun Bhatia, DePaul UniversityFollow
Leonard A. Jason, DePaul UniversityFollow
post-exertional malaise; myalgic encephalomyelitis; chronic fatigue syndrome; participatory research; patient advocacy
Diagnosis | Immune System Diseases | Medicine and Health Sciences
The National Institutes of Health/Center for Disease Control and Prevention (NIH/CDC) Common Data Elements (CDE) established a post-exertional malaise (PEM) workgroup with the task of describing PEM and recommending a standardized way of assessing it in patients with myalgic encephalomyelitis and chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). As a stigmatized group, patients with ME/CFS are in need of instruments which can properly describe their symptomatic experiences, which can help reduce the disparity between illness seriousness and appropriate attention from healthcare. The current study explored attitudes and preferences among 115 patients with ME/CFS who participated in the creation of a patient-driven instrument to measure PEM, the key symptom of the illness. Themes that emerged from the qualitative analyses of patient feedback focused on how their illness was experienced; their access to care; problems with physicians, researchers, and research methods; and expressions of gratitude for the collaborative process. Domains that were most important to the patient community were identified in the effort to create a comprehensive measure of PEM. Benefits of community-based action research are discussed.
Holtzman, Carly S.; Fisher, Claire; Bhatia, Shaun; and Jason, Leonard A. (2020) "Factors Affecting the Characterization of Post-Exertional Malaise Derived from Patient Input," Journal of Health Disparities Research and Practice: Vol. 13 : Iss. 2 , Article 5.
Available at: https://digitalscholarship.unlv.edu/jhdrp/vol13/iss2/5
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Last week, we were excited to hear that Richard Frazier, a good friend of the shop, had his new showroom featured on the notable design blog, "Ask Patrick." The blog, written by interior designer, stylist, and stager, Patrick Hamilton, takes a tour through the Frazier Collection, located at 200 Lex in NYC.
For the TMRnyc team, seeing the Frazier Collection featured was doubly exciting because we contributed to the showroom space with some custom metal work.
Rough-hewn ironwork frames definitely make for some unique metal products, but they're certainly not the only ones you'll find in the Frazier Collection. Richard has integrated some fantastic metalwork elements into his line of classic, elegant, scaled down, yet masculine furnishings.
Often, once we install a piece of custom metal work in NYC, we don't actually get to see it in use that much. So it's a real treat getting to see our ironwork frames in action at Frazier's showroom and on Hamilton's blog.
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World Solar Challenge
Cruiser Class Participation in BWSC19
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Over the weekend, ArrowSTF (our cruiser vehicle) had a mechanical issue during testing which led to STF sustaining damage to the front of the vehicle. Due to the vehicles solid design, no one was harmed in the incident. The damage to STF however, extends to the custom solar panels, suspension, steering and chassis and we are unable to repair this in time for the 2019 World Solar Challenge.
As such, we are pulling out of the Cruiser class for the 2019 World Solar Challenge.
However, there is some good news!
We have Arrow1 – our single seater vehicle from 2013 and 2015 World Solar Challenges. Arrow1 is in a suitable state for us to enter the Adventure class for 2019 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. The team is looking forward to still being able to participate in the challenge and has already begun the preparations for this vehicle.
The team would like to thank all our sponsors, supporters and the BWSC Officials for their support during this challenging time. Everyone in the team is rising to the challenge ahead of us and looking forward to meeting<|fim_middle|> all the support you have been to us over the year! We hope you have a great holiday filled with much delicious food, presents, and joy!
TeamArrow Racing Association @teamarrowracing
With work ramping up, some of the team recently took the time to reorganise our workshop. Bench tops have been cleared, shelves reorganised and floors swept. We're ready to build our next solar car!
If you'd like to join the team, send us a message to see how you can get involved https://t.co/dGZYB2ivcc
With the COVID restrictions beginning to subside in QLD, we are looking forward to having our meetings in person again. We also like to thank our sponsors @clenergy2007, #LaserCentral & @Integraltech_ for their ongoing support. https://t.co/Wwc40ty0Nk
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6 Months until BWSC19!
With only 6 months until the next Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, here is a quick update of the work we are undertaking at the moment!
Aussie teams power up on home grown technology
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Australian teams competing in the Cruiser Class of the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge (BWSC) in October this year will be packing a power-filled punch under their solar hoods when they line up on the starting grid, thanks to technology developed in Brisbane.
Clenergy Team Arrow, one of Australia's most successful solar electric racing teams, has drawn on its BWSC experience to invent, through its spin-off commercial arm Prohelion, a specialist, high-powered, ultra-lightweight, lithium battery 'power pack' with an emphasis on performance and safety.
The first to receive this potentially game-changing technology against the world's best, outside of 'camp Arrow', is the new five-state, national, Australian Technology Network (ATN) Solar Car Team.
At the official hand-over on Wednesday 23 January, Cameron Tuesley, Team Arrow Founder and Managing Director of IT provider, Integral, where Prohelion is headquartered, said from the beginning, the vision has been to commercialise and share energy solutions beyond his own team.
'What we're attempting is to deliver practical battery systems that could make their way into the mainstream. By collaborating with teams like the ATN Solar Car Team and using a 3,000-kilometre event as a live proving ground, we can demonstrate just how good our local tech is,' Mr Tuesley said.
'Safety is paramount, it's not simply a matter of hooking up hundreds of lithium-ion batteries to get optimum power to your vehicle. These power packs are fully integrated with inbuilt Battery and Cell Management Units with software, control, cooling and safety systems to keep things on track,' he said.
Andrew Carr, Systems Engineer for the ATN Solar Car Team and IT and Electrical Engineering Student from Queensland University of Technology, said as a first-time team, he and his ATN Solar Car teammates quickly identified battery pressure points and the potential benefits of working with a supplier who had a track record of both safety and success.
'Working together across the country, the ATN Solar Car Team is all about collaboration. Our model is practical research and real-world industry knowledge working alongside student innovation. We don't need to design a battery system from scratch if there's already an ideal solution – it just makes sense to work together,' Mr Carr said.
'We want to show that Australian manufacturing, technology and inventiveness can match with the big-budget teams on a global scale. We think the Prohelion Power Pack is an important part of our BWSC journey' Andrew said.
BWSC Event Director, Chris Selwood said he was delighted Australian teams were collaborating. The Cruiser Class has always been about taking this technology to everyday vehicles, and here we have some of the best minds in Australia working to make that a reality.
On The Road and Settled in
On Sunday we had a clear run out of Darwin with one of the best and smoothest challenge departures yet. We even managed to strategically overtake the overall pole position holder and maintain first place for a good half hour.
Since then, we have been overtaken by a number of strong international teams which have opted for an aggressive early strategy. Instead, we have decided to maintain our carefully planned and tested strategy which will hopefully give us a competitive advantage further down the track.
We had Jason our newest driver in the car on the afternoon of the first day. He tackled his first road train with ease and is well on his way to being a seasoned veteran.
By the end of the day, we finished in 8th place in our category and as the first Australian team in any of the classes. We are very happy with our progress, with the car handling better than 2013 and the team operating fantastically. Although we finished the first day in the same spot we stopped 2 years ago, we did so considerably earlier and in an overall better position.
Our second day started earlier than expected after a preventative service of the car late on the first night led to a last minute rush in the early hours of the morning to solve a number of small potential problems with which could have severely impacted our racing outcome. This included designing and 3D printing a critical part from scratch around 1:30 am in the morning. Thanks to some fantastic teamwork the new part was mounted on the car and tested by just over 2 am.
After a brief sleep for the Mechanical team, the car was charged and the fleet left at 8am on the dot. Thanks to the preventative work done by the Mechanical team, the car performed phenomenally well, even with high winds in several directions. Some members of the team say that the day was boring, but that's exactly the way we want it. No panic, no drama… nice and smooth.
We are currently predicting some worsening of the weather as we head down towards Alice Springs. In anticipation of this, our strategy team is working strongly to determine the best way for Arrow1-GT to continue her southward journey.
We have currently setup camp just past the Barrow Creek control stop. This is roughly 2 hours ahead of our last attempt at the World Solar Challenge. Our team has eaten and the tents are up. With a quick tyre change underway to ensure we are in peak condition, we are looking forward to passing the halfway point of Alice Springs tomorrow morning.
The World Solar Challenge website has an online GPS tracker setup where you can follow us along our route.http://www.worldsolarchallenge.org/dashboard/map
A quick peak of this link tonight showed that we are only 2 hours behind the leaders, with two teams not that far in front, and two not far behind. We still believe we are in the mix despite the less than optimal conditions predicted over the next few days.
With work still to be done, it is best we get back to it. There's still 1500 Kms to go!
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A diode is a semiconductor device which conducts in one direction only. A Zener diode is a semiconductor device which conducts in forward biased as well as reversed biased. A normal diode if operated in reversed biased will get destroyed. Thus, a normal PN junction diode is considered as a unidirectional device. On the contrary, Zener diode is designed in a way that it can conduct in a reversed biased mode without getting damaged.
The doping intensity is also one of the key features which distinguish conventional diode and Zener diode. The normal PN junction diode is moderately doped while the Zener diode is doped properly in such a way that it possesses sharp breakdown voltage.
We will discuss some other differences between diode and zener diode with the help of<|fim_middle|> that the device allows creates a major difference between diode and zener diode. The diode conducts uni–directionally while the zener diode conducts bi–directionally in forward biased as well as in reverse biased.
The doping characteristics of diode and zener diode are also different from each other. The zener diode is sharply doped while the conventional diode is moderately doped.
The breakdown voltage in case of zener diode is sharp. But in normal PN junction diodes, the breakdown voltage is comparatively high
A conventional diode cannot operate in reversed biased mode while the Zener diode can operate in reversed biased mode too.
The Zener diode is generally used as a voltage regulator while the conventional diodes are used in the rectifier, clipper, clamper etc.
Diode and Zener diode, both are two terminal semiconductor device, but the crucial point which differentiates both is the ability to operate in reversed biased mode. Zener diodes are designed in a way so that they can operate in a reversed biased mode without getting damaged. On the contrary, a normal PN junction cannot be used for this purpose.
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Content: Diode Vs Zener Diode
Definition Diode is a semiconductor device which conducts only in forward biased. Zener diode is semiconductor device which can conduct in forward as well as reversed biased.
Operation in Reverse Biased It gets damaged in reverse biased. It can operate without getting damaged.
Circuit Symbol
Doping Intensity In normal diodes doping intensity is low. In Zener diode doping intensity is high to achieve sharp breakdown.
Application Diode is used in rectifiers, clippers, clampers etc. Zener diode is mostly used in voltage regulator.
A diode is formed by joining two layers of the semiconductor material, i.e. P-type layer and an N-type layer. The junction formed by joining these layers are called PN Junction. The P-type layer can also be understood as a positive layer because the majority charge carriers in a P-type layer are holes. Similarly, the N-type layer can also be considered as a Negative type layer because it consists of electrons as majority carriers.
When the diode is forward biased, it does not start conduction instantaneously, but after a particular forward voltage, it starts conduction. This forward voltage is called the knee voltage of the diode. The value of knee voltage depends on the semiconductor material, for germanium it is 0.3V, and for silicon, it is 0.7V.
When the diode is reversed biased, the depletion region becomes broader. On the contrary, the thickness of depletion region decreases with increase in forward bias voltage. Therefore, in a reversed biased condition the depletion region does not let the current to flow across it.
But the minority carriers can flow in reversed biased mode, constituting a small current in the diode. This is temperature dependent if the reverse voltage exceeds beyond a particular value the temperature increases and the minority carriers increases exponentially which can rupture the diode.
Therefore, it is recommended that normal PN junction diode should be used in only forward biased mode.
A Zener diode is doped properly thus the breakdown voltage can be modified by controlling the depletion width of the diode. This is the advantage of using a zener diode in reversed biased condition.
A Zener diode is constructed in the similar manner by which conventional diode is constructed the only difference is the doping characteristics. When the zener diode is forward biased, it conducts in the similar fashion by which a normal diode conducts. When it is reversed biased, it conducts, and this makes the zener diode bidirectional semiconductor device.
The zener diode can be understood by an equivalent circuit consisting of the voltage source and a resistor. The zener diode performs the same function. The higher the doping the narrow will be depletion width and the lower will be zener voltage. Thus, we can modify the width of the zener diode by appropriate doping and thus, the breakdown voltage can be modified.
Thus, we can prevent the diode from breakdown by controlling the breakdown voltage. At the breakdown voltage, the diode does not burn out suddenly because the external resistance protects the current from flowing through the diode.
Key Differences Between Diode and Zener Diode
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Q: compression for large Maildir structure I run a Debian Linux mailserver for a few little companies that stores its emails in a Maildir<|fim_middle|> | structure and therefore each mail as a seperate plain text file.
Altogether these files are as large as about 45 GB.
Even though I am backing up the files online I want to download them to store them on another physical backup media.
Evaluated statistically each 5th mail has one file attachment being as large as about 1.2MB.
What would be a good compression for this files?
The speed of the compression is of low priority because I do only work on archived data not the productive one.
I am not asking for the "best" solution as I know there isn't one but am looking for your recommendations.
A: Use tar to create an archive, then compress the archive with something simple, like plain gzip, or something that compresses better, like xz --best -e. Then transfer the compressed archive to the backup media.
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Second Proof of Concept competition kicks off
Climate change mitigation is the key topic of the second Proof of Concept (PoC) competition recently launched by the Vietnam Climate Innovation Centre (VCIC).
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VCIC deputy director Pham Duc Nghiem at the launching ceremony (Photo: vtv.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – Climate change mitigation is the key topic of the second Proof of Concept (PoC) competition recently launched by the Vietnam Climate Innovation Centre (VCIC).
The contest, sponsored by the World Bank (WB) and the Ministry of Science and Technology, was organised following the success of the first event which saw 18 businesses winning awards of innovation start-ups fighting against climate change in 2016.
Speaking at the launching ceremony on April 28, Pham Duc Nghiem, VCIC deputy director highlighted that young enterprises and start-ups play a crucial role in mitigating climate change's impacts on the environment by creating environmental-friendly, clean products, services and technologies and nudging them closer to people.
Innovation products, services and business models joining the second PoC should be in following categories: effective energy, sustainable agriculture, water management and purification, renewable energy technologies, information and technology and other technologies related to climate change.
Through the competition, start-ups and young businesses will receive international training models developed by experts from the WB and the US's leading incubator centres as well as call funds amounting to 75,000 USD for the development, deployment and extension of a product or service.-VNA
Vietnam Climate Innovation Centre Proof of Concept competition effective energ start-ups World Bank
The success of ASEAN has brought about valuable experience lessons for the promotion of integration in South Asia, Vietnamese Ambassador to South Africa Hoang Van Loi told a webinar held by The Diplomatic Society newspaper on January 18.
Live video streaming startup GoStream secures 7-digit funding
GoStream, a fast-growing Vietnamese startup that provides multi-platform livestream broadcaster for social sellers, marketers, and content creators, has announced that it has secured a 7-digit USD funding from VinaCapital Ventures to help expand its business.
Vietnam steps up IPv6 transition
The Ministry of Information and Communications announced a programme on transition to Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) in 2021-2025, which will focus on state agencies, instead of the community and business circle as in the previous period, at a meeting in Hanoi on January 15.
First industrial park in Vietnam gains access to 5G network
The Yen Phong 1 Industrial Park in northern Bac Ninh province has become the first park in Vietnam to gain access to the 5G telecom network, with the new technology launched | 614 |
After hitting the Irish market in 2017, Honda's X-ADV mixes tough SUV style and convenience with long travel suspension plus a strong performance from its 745cc twin-cylinder engine. For 2018 the X-ADV has been upgraded and now has an off-road G switch on the Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) and the engine gets 2-Level Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC).
The Honda Gold Wing, since its introduction as a naked 1000cc machine in 1975 has always been the ultimate in two-wheeled travel. And it's a motorcycle that's been very much on its own journey, growing in physical size and displacement over the decades, all the while creating an enduring and unrivaled reputation for luxury, quality, and comfort.
Now, in response to the evolutions of demographics and the motorcycle market, the development team in charge of the bike's future have decided on a radical departure from what would be a traditional update trajectory.
So for 2018 the GL1800 Gold Wing takes a new direction and is brand new from the wheels-up. It still has an evocative, flat six-cylinder engine that delivers an avalanche of torque and power, and it still remains Honda's flagship premium tourer, loaded with features that allow two people to ride in style. Yet it's smaller, much lighter and much more agile – very much a true 'rider<|fim_middle|>30th due to popular demand: €2000 off Honda Quads! | 's motorcycle'.
And as a result, the new Gold Wing's appeal is broader, reaching out to a younger generation of motorcyclists that may have overlooked – or simply not been aware of – the previous design. As happy on an urban commute as it is the open road, the Gold Wing is now a bike for all reasons, rather than just one.
Visit your local Honda dealership for more information and to register your interest in the 2018 Honda Goldwing.
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174 S.W.2d 134 (Ky.App. 1943), Hellmueller Baking Co. v. Risen | 93 S.E.2d 394 (S.C. 2010), 26805, Herron v. Century BMW
Docket Nº: 26805.
Citation: 693 S.E.2d 394, 387 S.C. 525
Opinion Judge: KITTREDGE, Justice
Party Name: Heather HERRON, Natalie Armstrong, Michael Ritz, Julie Freeman, Christine Watts, Alison Dannert, Michael Blease, Michael Watts, Individually and for the Benefit of All Car Buyers Who Paid
Attorney: Dennis M. Black and Ryan L. VanGrack, of Williams & Connolly, of Washington, Steven W. Hamm, C. JoAnne Wessinger-Hill, David A. Anderson, and Jocelyn T. Newman, all of Richardson, Plowden & Robinson, of Columbia, for Appellant. A. Camden Lewis and Brady R. Thomas, both of Lewis & Babcock, of Colu...
Judge Panel: TOAL, C.J., BEATTY, HEARN, JJ., and Acting Justice JAMES E. MOORE, concur.
Case Date: April 19, 2010
Court: Supreme Court of South Carolina
693 S.E.2d 394 (S.C. 2010)
387 S.C. 525
Heather HERRON, Natalie Armstrong, Michael Ritz, Julie Freeman, Christine Watts, Alison Dannert, Michael Blease, Michael Watts, Individually and for the Benefit of All Car Buyers Who Paid " Administrative Fees" as Described below to Defendants, Respondents,
CENTURY BMW a/k/a Sonic Automotive; Dick Dyer & Associates, Inc.; Galeana Chrysler Plymouth, Inc., a/k/a Galeana Chrysler Jeep, Inc.; J.L.H. Investments LP a/k/a Hendrick Honda; Overland, Inc., d/b/a Land Rover of Columbia; Taylor Toyota a/k/a Taylor Investments; and Toyota of Greenville, Inc. et. al., Defendants of whom Century BMW a/k/a Sonic Automotive is the Appellant.
Supreme Court of South Carolina.
Heard Jan. 20, 2010.
Rehearing Denied June 9, 2010.
[Copyrighted Material Omitted]
Dennis M. Black and Ryan L. VanGrack, of Williams & Connolly, of Washington, Steven W. Hamm, C. JoAnne Wessinger-Hill, David A. Anderson, and Jocelyn T. Newman, all of Richardson, Plowden & Robinson, of Columbia, for Appellant.
A. Camden Lewis and Brady R. Thomas, both of Lewis & Babcock, of Columbia, Gedney M. Howe, III, of Charleston, Michael Eugene Spears, of Spartanburg, and Richard A. Harpootlian, of Columbia, for Respondents.
KITTREDGE, Justice
[387 S.C. 529] This case concerns the enforceability of an arbitration agreement. Respondents Christine and Michael Watts entered into a contract with Appellant Century BMW (Century) for the purchase of a car. The transaction included the execution of an arbitration agreement. Subsequently, the Wattses filed a class action suit against Century alleging the dealership had charged illegal administrative fees. Century moved to compel arbitration. The trial court found the arbitration agreement was unconscionable and unenforceable and denied the motion to compel. Century appealed, and we granted certification pursuant to Rule 204, SCACR.
We hold the arbitration agreement, although an adhesion contract, is not unconscionable. Yet the arbitration provision prohibiting class actions is against public policy, which would ordinarily be severed pursuant to the agreement's severance clause. Century has insisted, however, that if the class action prohibition provision is unenforceable, it will abandon the balance of its rights under the arbitration agreement and consent to the action proceeding in the trial court. Although the arbitration agreement is otherwise enforceable, in accordance with Century's request, we affirm in result the trial court's order denying the motion to compel arbitration.
[387 S.C. 530] I.
In 2005, Michael Watts began looking for a car to purchase for his daughter, Christine Watts, as a graduation present. He negotiated with Century for the sale of a 2004 BMW Z4 convertible. Michael gave Century a bottom line price of $32,000, which Century initially rejected, but ultimately accepted. On the day of sale, Century presented a packet of documents Michael and Christine were to sign. Within the packet was a document titled " ARBITRATION AGREEMENT. " The arbitration agreement provided that any dispute between the parties would be subject to arbitration 1 and that the agreement was governed by the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA). The agreement further provided that the parties were waiving their right to bring or participate in a class action suit.
The Wattses brought a class action suit against Century and numerous other car dealerships in South Carolina, alleging the dealers charged an illegal administrative fee in violation of the South Carolina Regulation of Manufacturers, Distributors, and Dealers Act (" Dealers Act" ). S.C.Code Ann. § 56-15-10 et. seq. (2005). Century filed a motion to compel arbitration pursuant to the terms of the agreement. Relying heavily on Simpson v. MSA of Myrtle Beach, Inc., 373 S.C. 14, 644 S.E.2d 663 (2007), the trial court found the arbitration agreement was unconscionable because there was an absence of a meaningful choice and the agreement contained oppressive and one-sided terms. Accordingly, the trial court found the arbitration agreement was unenforceable and denied Century's motion to compel.
The question of arbitrability of a claim is an issue for the courts. Partain v. Upstate Automotive Group, 386 S.C. 488, 689 S.E.2d 602 (2010) (Shearouse Adv. Sh. No. 6 at 28). [387 S.C. 531] The determination of whether a claim is subject to arbitration is subject to de novo review, but a circuit court's factual findings will not be reversed on appeal if any evidence reasonably supports the findings. Id.
At the outset, we recognize that there is a strong presumption in favor of the validity of arbitration agreements because both state and federal policy favor arbitration of disputes. Heffner v. Destiny, Inc., 321 S.C. 536, 537, 471 S.E.2d 135, 136 (1995). At the same time, general contract principles of state law apply to a court's evaluation of the enforceability of an arbitration clause governed by the FAA. Munoz v. Green Tree Fin. Corp., 343 S.C. 531, 539, 542 S.E.2d 360, 364 (2001) (citing Doctor's...
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USDA Rural Development Seeks Loan Applicants
The USDA's Rural Development arm is is offering grants and loans for rural community projects throughout Alaska. The agency recently hosted a working session in Anchorage in an outreach effort to encourage community economic development ideas.
Jim Nordlund, the state's USDA Rural Development director, gathered his statewide managers and program directors together in Anchorage earlier this month [Sept 5] to galvanize the outreach his agency is promoting in pursuit of community economic growth in the five regions the agency serves within Alaska.
During the training session, Nordlund brought his staff together to hear panels of professional economic developers so they could listen to, and learn from, the experts.He said he'd like his staff to "be more knowledgeable and proactive in pursuing projects in rural AK that can result in a better quality of life and more jobs."
"A lot of people are very surprised to know the level of activity that we have in the state. In the past five years, we have done one and a half billion dollars worth of investments, in loans and grants, in the area of electric and telecom, business, housing and community facilities, as well as sewer and water projects in rural Alaska."
And, Nordlund says, USDA Rural Development has plenty of money to lend. He said the department has a $200 billion loan portfolio nationwide. All of Alaska is not considered rural, however. Anchorage, for instance, has too great a population. Rural communities are defined<|fim_middle|> accepting of our loan programs. So we have plenty of loan money available, either for community facilities or businesses, as well as utilities. "
One challenge – the loan opportunities often are not tapped by the entities that could be using them. Nordlund says one goal of his department is to support projects that improve quality of life. He points out that twenty years ago, most rural Alaska villages didn't have running water and flush toilets, now most do, in part because of USDA funding and partnerships with other entities, such as the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, the state's department of environmentalconservation, and the Indian Health Service
"We've all been partners in providing better sanitation conditions in rural Alaska, and I think that obviously improves the quality of life."
Nordlund stressed the benefits of collaboration between entities to achieve successful results.
Presenters, such as Brian Holst, executive director of the Juneau Economic Development Council, and Annie Fritze, the Economic Development director for the Bristol bay Native Association, spoke about their role in promoting development from idea to reality. Holst advised looking to local products and attractions — such as commercial fishing and tourism — to devise money-producing ideas.
Annie Fritze says one idea in her community is the recycling of cardboard boxes, that normally would be dumped in the landfill, to make pellets for fuel. Fritze says that idea is on the drawing board now, but a USDA rural grant could help pay for a pellet making machine.
Bill Popp, executive director of the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation, says small business can be an economic stimulator, although they face an uphill challenge in rural areas. Popp said economic development and community development are two different things, but both need the other to succeed. He said Alaska's small workforce and long distance from the Lower 48 is a big drawback to both local enterpreneurs, and to companies seeking to locate in the state:
"First thing that a company looks at , depending on it's purpose, it looks at the market opportunities in Alaska. They are going to be looking at an available workforce. …….. We have some challenges on those points. We don't have a large population, there's only 730,000 of us, we don't have a large available workforce, we have relatively low unemployment, especially in the Southcentral region, and that makes it challenging for new businesses trying to invest in Southcentral, in trying to find the workforce that they need."
Popp said transportation costs to and from Alaska is one of the major blocks to the development of state manufacturing.
USDA Rural Development works to strengthen the relationship between the community and it's economy, Nordlund said
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Trained Dogs Will Sniff Your Armpits to Check for Coronavirus
Pomidor Quixote December 13, 2020
Picture of a Covid sniffing dog, by the National Veterinary School of Alfort.
Just be grateful that they're going to be sniffing your armpits and not your crotch — for now.
The humiliation ritual is just getting started.
Study Finds:
While a vaccine for the coronavirus will help stop the pandemic's spread, finding everyone who may be carrying the virus is still an issue. Luckily, man's best friend is now on the case. Researchers in France are helping to specially train dogs to detect people infected with COVID-19 — by sniffing their armpits.
A new study that has seen pilot programs spring up around the world has discovered that dogs can sniff out coronavirus in the sweat of humans. Thanks to their famously acute sense of smell, dogs have been rooting out drugs, explosives, and even successfully pick up diseases like cancer for years.
The French scientists are now showing how our furry friends can also help save lives during the pandemic by spotting virus clues. An early experiment suggested canines could be between 75 and 100 percent effective at detecting the disease with their noses.
Professor Dominique Grandjean, from the National Veterinary School of Alfort in France, says the dogs could check a large number of people in a short period of time.
"The results are good and I'm happy, really happy," Grandjean says in a statement, per SWNS. "It is a success technically and scientifically and it's surprising because we didn't know what we were going to have as results."
"We have been validated by the World Health Organization and they have given us a bit of money which is good.<|fim_middle|>, of course, the airports but I can imagine a small city having a couple of dogs and just saying to the population 'you can be tested whenever you want.' You just come and put a swab under your armpit and give that to the dog and he will tell you yes or no. The dogs would be able to do that very quickly on a large number of people."
Grandjean adds that dogs could also be used where people are reluctant to have uncomfortable nasal swab tests. During the study, which started in March, the researchers recruited six dogs previously trained to sniff out bombs, colon cancer, or used in search-and-rescue missions and re-trained to detect COVID-19.
"We have been working with lots of countries. I think we have 20 countries working for us. It's amazing, really amazing," Prof. Grandjean concludes.
Yes, submit to the dog. The dog will tell you yes or no. The dog will tell you if you're allowed to have something kind of resembling a normal life or not.
You see, you need to be put through all kinds of humiliating situations so that you begin to see the vaccine as a way to get your dignity back.
That's the point we're at, right now. The vaccine is no longer being portrayed as the key to going back to normal. Normal is gone forever. No one is talking about normal life as we knew it before February 2020 anymore.
The vaccine, right now, is beginning to be portrayed as something that will somehow help you preserve whatever dignity the government hasn't taken from you yet.
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That may sound over the top, but we use all the furniture on a daily basis and the price was quite reasonable. How did we do it? Well, I've said it before and I'll say it again. Go vintage.
Nate found a beat up Brown Jordan table and chairs set at a local garage sale. Knowing it would perfectly complement our mid-century house, he had the set powder coated and outfitted with new vinyl straps in a lovely sage green. Then we scoured Xcape on Retro Row in Long Beach for companion pieces and gave them the same makeover treatment.
Refinishing vintage pieces is a great alternative to buying new. To begin with, you can buy the pieces from different sources at different times and not have to worry if they go together. Because you will be applying new colors, finishes, and fabrics, you can think of your amassed collection as a blank slate. Just look at the possibilities.
Second, you know that if the furniture has survived this long, it must be of decent quality. I can testify that our furniture has withstood wine spills, jumping children, and constant rearranging, among other abuses. As long as you find pieces with the basic structure intact, you should be fine. The rest is cosmetic.
Finally, the experience of vintage shopping far exceeds that of conventional. So go out and have | 300 |
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FT8: Saving Ham Radio Or Killing It?
It is popular to blame new technology for killing things. The Internet killed newspapers. Video killed the radio star. Is FT8, a new digital technology, poised to kill off ham radio? The community seems evenly divided. In an online poll, 52% of people responding says FT8 is damaging ham radio. But ham operator [K5SDR] has an excellent blog post about how he thinks FT8 is going to save ham radio instead.
If you already have an opinion, you have probably already raced down to the comments to share your thoughts. I'll be honest, I think what we are seeing is a transformation of ham radio and like most transformations, it is probably both killing parts of ham radio and saving others. But if you are still here, let's talk a little bit about what's going on in ham radio right now and how it relates to the FT8 question. Oddly enough, our story starts with the strange lack of sunspots that we've been experiencing lately.
Classic Ham Radio
I've been a ham radio operator since 1977. The hobby has changed a lot over the years. I can remember as a teenager making a phone call from my car and everyone was amazed. Ham radio covers a lot of ground, but "traditional" ham radio is operating a station on the HF bands — 3.5 MHz to 30 MHz — and talking to people all over the world. That kind of ham radio is suffering right now for a few reasons. First, HF propagation largely depends on sunspots and sunspots tend to ebb and peak on an 11-year cycle. Right now we are in a deep low part of the cycle and even the last few peaks have not been very good and no one knows why.
I've often thought that if Marconi and the others had started experimenting with radio during a sunspot low, they might have decided radio wasn't very practical. With low sunspot activity, higher frequencies don't propagate well at all. Lower frequencies might get through, but those require much larger antennas and that causes another problem.
At the height of classic ham radio, every ham wanted a beam antenna or a cubical quad or some other type of rotating directional antenna. Being able to swing an antenna at a particular direction brings more power to bear on the receiver and also helps you receive the other station. The problem is, the antenna elements are typically about a half wavelength in size. So at 20 meters, the elements are about 10 meters in size. You can shorten them a little using some tricks but you pay a price for that in performance. At 10 meters, though, the size is quite manageable. Many hams had directional antennas for the 20, 15, and 10 meter bands (all-in-one antennas called tribanders). A very few would have something for 40 meters — despite Mosley's description of its 40-20-15 antenna as "vest pocket", but that was pretty exotic. At 80 meters, mechanically rotating directional antennas are all but unheard of.
So when propagation is bad you should go to lower frequencies, but that means larger antennas. Worse still, the last few decades have seen an increasing hostility to ham radio antennas with city governments, home owner's associations, and similar. People living in apartments or condos have the same kind of problem. So the number of hams who can even put up a tribander or any sort of visible antenna has dropped significantly.
So here you are with your radio. The bands are bad, and your small hidden antenna is not very good at any band that might work. What do you do?
Voice is Wasteful
One historical answer to this problem was to quit talking and start using Morse code. For a variety of reasons, Morse code will get through when there isn't enough power, antennas, or propagation to send voice communications. A skilled operator can pull a Morse code signal out of noise that you would swear is just noise. But what if you aren't a skilled operator? Bring in a skilled computer.
Some hams have always experimented with digital operation, mostly with war-surplus teletype machines. Sending data digitally is almost as good as sending Morse code and it is easy to type and read a printout compared to manually sending and receiving code. Sure, computers can read code, but since a human is sending it, it is likely to not be perfect copy unless the software is very smart and can adjust to slight variations like a human operator can.
Then came a digital mode called PSK31. It was a low-bandwidth slow digital protocol that used a computer's soundcard to both send and receive. The computer could pull data out of what you would swear was nothing. There was some error correcting and other technical features that made PSK31 possibly better than Morse code for disadvantaged operations even by very skilled operators.
There are other similar digital modes, but most of them have not really caught on in the way that PSK31 has. Until FT8.
So FT8?
FT8 is a digital mode, too. It was specifically created to work well in really bad situations like meteor scatter or moonbounce. To maximize the chances of success, each FT8 packet holds 13 characters and takes 13 seconds to send. The protocol depends on a highly synchronized clock and every minute is divided into 15-second slots. Because of this FT8 contacts are highly structured and short. It's like Twitter on sleeping pills. You won't use FT8 to talk about your new motorcycle with your friend in Spain.
However, because the information is digital and of limited format, a typical exchange is that one operation calls CQ. Another operator notices and clicks on the first station in their display. Now their computers exchange basic information like location and signal strength. And then the contact is done.
The Good, The Bad…
If your goal is to "work" a lot of countries, or states, or islands, or any of the other entities hams try to get awards for, then this is great. It favors getting the minimum data through under the worst conditions. If you want to use ham radio to learn about other people and cultures, this doesn't help because you just can't say all that much. The truth is, though, that having long casual conversations with people very far away doesn't happen as much as you'd think anyway.
[K5SDR's] point, though, is that right now HF ham radio is on the brink of disaster even without FT8. The bands are bad and with antennas restricted, there isn't much to do for a lot of hams. FT8 lets them get on the air. Purists complain it doesn't take skill. But honestly, we've heard that before. Automated Morse code gear didn't ruin ham radio. Nor did the availability of store-bought equipment.
Besides, this is all classic ham radio. There's plenty of other things to do: emergency preparedness, radio control, propagation experimentation, and TV or image transmissions,<|fim_middle|> developers to stop using the name "FT8". So expect a new name for the same thing, soon.
MisterOblivious says:
FT8Call is known as JS8Call now.
http://js8call.com/
Michael Black says:
In the sixties and seventies, every so often a ham magazine would run a story about automated stations, fiction. What happens when the operator is redundant?
I haven't paid attention, but I gather this isn't just about weak signal technique, but if software doing it all. There was a news bit sometime back about certain certain contacts being invalidated, the software filling in details or something. With networked computers, when do they take over rather than the actual transmitted information?
Some of the fear is that people will just let this mode run, collecting contacts, rather than try other modes. So the others die when nobody calls CQ.
It's all quite complicated. Amateur radio has shifted in trying to.lure more people in. In 1990, Canada restructured, a much simpler entry level test, but you can't build your transmitter. The US dropped the Novice license, so entry is local 2M, rather than HF and you'd build a 1 or 2 tube transmitter. It's been a long time since hams built all their equipment, but entry used to give more of a chance for things to rub off on new hams.
Do moonbounce or meteor scatter, and ft8 may make sense because of weak signals, but hopefully the rest of the station requires some effort. Weird propagation, like meteor scatter, may still reveal something, and the more contacts the more some pattern might be revealed.
I'm thinking of buying a new rig, first time in my life, licensed since 1972, something to mark my 60th birthday next year. One of those portable all band rigs, HF but 50, 144, and 432 too. Go mountaintopping, antennas can be small, but it's VHF DXing on SSB. It's still pushing the frontiers to some extent.
Operator must initiate contact, so not automatic.
Honestly, it's auto-pilot, you tell it which signal to reply to, and a quick two-way conversation confirms each heard the other.
asheets says:
I don't necessarily build my own gear, but I do tend to put together my setups with obsolete junk, scrap, random mismatched parts, etc. I don't have the money for new commercial gear, but I do have a library card. Does that count for anything? I think some modes are a lot more fun this way.
Ham radio used to be all about the CHALLENGE. Today's black-box buyers that can make contact and discuss the weather with anyone, anywhere as if they were using a telephone is NOT a challenge.
Make your own equipment – challenge. Construct your own antenna – challenge. Use minimal power (QRP) – challenge etc etc etc.
If there's no challenge to face, what's the point? Pick up the phone or send an email.
Jon Dayton says:
The "challenge" was what kept me out of ham for a decade or more. If not for the ease of getting my ticket in the early 2000s and making contact with other hams who helped me out I never would have pursued contacts on the low bands with antennas that I built and I wouldn't be looking into QRP SDR now. I can txt or email those same hams but the fun is doing it through the air
Francky says:
I am 100% with your comment – I am 72 years old, with FT8 , I am sleeping in my shack…
Fishndale says:
I often get asked why I don't just use the internet or e-mail. (???) FT8 seems to be closer to just using a chat site on the web. I'm basically a cheapskate so being able to communicate without spending thousands of dollars gives me more satisfaction. Its completing a challenge and learning by experimentation. Optimizing RF propagation and being able to chat about various topics with other countries is the fun (at least for me).
TGT says:
You mean as in automated contesting or something? Just a bunch of computers exchanging call signs as fast as they can? Wow, it's amazing that anyone would want to do such a thing. Sure, you could cheat and get a good score, but what's the point?
To be honest, I've always thought that contesting and trading call signs just for its own sake was a dumb waste of the hobby in any case. If you're working a difficult-to-contact area or using unorthodox equipment, sure–trading call signs is a way to prove the contact is robust enough for meaningful communication. But every once in a while I'll tune in and lurk around an amateur band and just listen to endless yokels spitting out their call signs back and forth and nothing more. Just people inside the continental US, and not even far-flung corners of the nation. Like Mississippi to Texas. IMO that's not interesting at all. At least have a chat or something? What's the point of radioing somebody two states over, saying your name, then going online and logging it?
I'm building a GOES receiver with a 3d-printed waveguide I designed and covered with copper tape just to pass the time. Looking forward to seeing if that works. Designing the antennas and radios is super rewarding to me–the contact is really just a test to see if I did that stuff right. I don't personally get people who buy the expensive, high-end pre-built stuff.
Heh, I got a better contact than that ~1500 km when I bought one of those emergency CB kits at a yard sale, pulled into a parking lot, plugged it in and plonked the telescopic antenna on top of the car roof (What are they, like 1/8 of a wavelength??) Musta been a temperature inversion layer or something, had nothing quite so spectacular the times I fired it up since.
discrete ham says:
When it comes to open protocols like FT8 I'm pretty firmly in the "Saving Ham Radio" camp.
What concerns me is the proliferation of digital modes that use proprietary patented voice codecs. Ham Radio has many purposes but one of the big ones is supposed to be learning about radio and electronics and developing one's engineering and troubleshooting skills. Proprietary codecs make it impossible for a ham to 100% understand what their radio is doing let alone actually design and build it themselves. While many argue that popular codecs like AMBE, the voice codec used in DStar are available as chips a hobbyist might purchase and include in a homebrew radio they are missing the fact that such a chip is a black box that handles a significant part of the radio's job and the ham may not "look inside" to see what it is doing. In later years this has not been entirely true as there has been an effort made to reverse engineer these codecs and code has been made available online however I do not think that having to violate DMCA or copyright laws is really in the spirit of what amateur radio is supposed to be about.
Some have argued that this is nothing new because commercially built analog radios don't come with open source designs either. I am not sure how true that is because both of my Yaseu radios did come with full schematics! That really misses the point though anyway. I don't think that every ham should have to build all their own equipment, nor do I feel that every radio must come with a schematic. There are plenty of other reasons people get into ham radio including public service and even just chatting with one another. If an appliance operator (someone who buys their radio, antenna, etc… and builds nothing) wants to get on and ragchew (talk to people) all day that is perfectly fine with me! Actually, there are more appliance operators than makers so when one wants to test their radio on the air it is almost always an appliance operator that returns their call. So long as they give an honest signal report (that's a whole 'nother rant) they are doing good for homebrewing even without doing so themselves.
When one switches to a proprietary codec however now when a homebrewer wants to test their radio they have taken themselves out of the pool of potential testers. Further, when a new ham starts tuning around and discovers that all the locals hang out on some proprietary repeater that could never be reached via a fully homemade device… it sends a message that making is dead and there is no reason to learn all that electronics. This is about as far from what ham radio was supposed to be about* as it could be.
All too often this opinion gets dismissed as being resistant to change, or somehow tied to a fixation on older modes. Nothing could be farther from the truth! I don't want to see ham radio stagnate, never adopting any newer technologies. I want to see radio amateurs taking a lead developing better technologies not unlike we see in the open source software world! Getting rid of proprietary codecs does not mean eliminating digital. On the contrary, little or nothing is lost by eliminating that crap. We already have Codec2 which is open source and in most cases sounds better plus uses less bandwidth than the proprietary alternatives! There is no reason to use this proprietary garbage except that in some cases (such as DStar) the proprietary codec was chosen before Codec2 was available or in other cases they are chosen by radio manufacturers who have a history of not trying to be compatible with one another (I'm looking at you Yaseu) and think they are somehow going to build themselves a monopoly by nearly giving away repeaters that lock users int their own in-house codecs.
One proactive response rebuttal before I go… There has been a lot of talk about Yaseu's Fusion repeaters. They use a proprietary digital codec but if someone who does not have that ability gets on and transmits analog they automatically fall back. I've heard many people say this will somehow bridge the gap between homebrewers and digital appliance operators. I call BS on that! People spend big bucks to get their fancy digital appliances to talk to those. Then somebody comes aong with an analog radio And everyone is forced back onto analog? How much do they appreciate that? Clubs I've known that have installed those repeaters all eventually end up with two repeaters, one analog and one Fusion but reconfigured to ONLY do digital.
* – It isn't just my opinion that ham radio is supposed to be (in part) about making. At least here in the US it's the law!
(b) Continuation and extension of the amateur's proven ability to contribute to the advancement of the radio art.
(c) Encouragement and improvement of the amateur service through rules which provide for advancing skills in both the communication and technical phases of the art.
(d) Expansion of the existing res-ervoir within the amateur radio service of trained perators, technicians, and electronics experts.
Al Max says:
FYI Yaesu Fusion is not a Codec, nor is D-Star a Codec. they both use AMBE codecs on their own open source protocol. Yes I have a system that can run D-star, DRM, and Fusion on a Yaesu Repeater using open source MMDVM software and open source hardware. I am glad ICOM got rid of the older AMBE chip and is now using AMBE2+ to get rid of the R2D2 they used to have. FYI a Transistor was proprietary once and Sony had to license it from AT&T, yet hams used them.
If you missed the point any further you might have gone around and hit it long-path!
"FYI Yaesu Fusion is not a Codec, nor is D-Star a Codec. "
I think I was pretty clear that it is the codec used by D-star (AMBE) that is the problem, not the rest of D-star. D-star, open or not was designed to rely on the closed AMBE codec therefore making it impossible to fully homebrew legally. I'm less knowledgeable about the exact technical details of how fusion works but you just confirmed it uses AMBE so at least that part is closed off to any legal amateur experimentation. Knowing Yaseu, the rest probably is too.
The best comparison I could make for D-star is imagine Linux if some important part of the kernel were replaced with a closed source binary blob. Imagine if you couldn't replace that blob without making Linux completely incompatible with every other computer on the planet. D-star may be mostly open source but if you tried to replace that black box AMBE chip you would be talking only to yourself!
"FYI a Transistor was proprietary once and Sony had to license it from AT&T, yet hams used them."
That is a really bad strawman argument. It's basically the one I already debunked about transceivers with no schematic available. So what? A radio made with patented transistors still transmitted and received the same signals as a radio made with vacuum tubes, even homemade vacuum tubes! Actually at that time, AM was still common. A signal made using proprietary transistors could have been received by a homebrewer using a chunk of galena!
Closed, proprietary codecs shut homebrewers out in a way that proprietary components and designs never could. That kind of garbage is not compatible with the purpose of ham radio. It should not be allowed there.
Finally, I would like to repeat, if proprietary codecs were completely banned from ham radio NOTHING good would be lost! Well.. except for the foolish investments of a bunch of hams that already payed way too much for their AMBE black boxes. You mention how the switch to AMBE2+ made D-star sound better. A switch away from AMBE entirely to CODEC2 would have also made it sound better but would have freed D-star from the black box.
Sveurken says:
If you want to ragchew try the version of ft8 that allows chatting, not just signal quality, callsign, and grid square. It was called ft8call, but is now called js8call.
BernieM says:
"Video killed the radio star."
I see what you did there. :-)
Nailed it! XD
But – can you name any other song by that band?
https://youtu.be/iWQTSN_GuQ0
The biggest threats to amateur radio are the old farts who keep talking about all of the things that are killing amateur radio.
Well, I don't know if the person was old or not,
but I never went back to a club where someone silently farted throughout the monthly meeting.
Now that's pretty funny
I'm surprised the FCC didn't get mad when he polluted the air "waves".
Don Latham says:
er, in the good old days, we called it "different strokes for different folks" :-). I would like to see some sdr transmitter development. Receivers are everywhere. There are one or two sdr transceivers, but I can't seem to find good transmit only USB units, Help me be wrong!
You are wrong.
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NiHaoMike says:
There's the osmo-fl2k, but that requires a lot of additional hardware to make a usable transmitter.
Matt Youngblood says:
FlexRadio makes the best SDR transceivers in the world. The CEO is referenced in the article [K5SDR]. Check it out: http://www.flexradio.com
I don't understand the people who think they get to decide what Amateur Radio "IS" (or isn't). Frankly I welcome all comers who want to explore and learn and use. I couldn't care less if they use JT8 or ragchew.
I don't exist to tell people what Amateur Radio is or isn't, should or shouldn't be, and neither should anyone else. As long as someone qualified for the license, and keeps to the rules, they should be free to do what they like.
There is a lot to love about the science and technology of radio communications, but not everyone is an RF/electrical engineer, and I don't think that shuold be expected in order to be part of the hobby.
How many car enthusiats are actually master mechanics? Should they be excluded from a car show because they didn't build their car completely from scratch themselves? What about race drivers? Should they have to build a car themselves to race it?
I personally don't do contests, but I see the techncial achievment of pulling a weak signal out of noise soup and decoding it. I can see that would come in handy at some point.
Enjoy your 15 seconds of f(r)ame if you so choose = )
Peace – K6BPS
Freddy ON7VQ says:
Well, should there be a need to determine what Ham Radio is, maybe this is a start:
Ham Radio is a community of people working together to learn by experimenting, and by exchanging knowledge. That means that Ham Radio should be completely open. Like open source, open hardware etc.
Freddy, ON7VQ
Glad to see that JS8 was finally mentioned! I liked it, it is slow, but one can communicate more then sig report location etc. As for saving Ham Radio, I don't there is a problem there. As long as there is innovation, it will thrive and it will move. But we need to think young, to much retrospective thinking does not help. New hams are mostly middle age when getting involved these days, so there is not much going on to bring young people in. The truth be said, cell phones are the big culprit in the lack of growth. Doing stuff, and there is a lot, is easy and relatively cheap and again easy. Ham radio is a wonderful training ground for the young. One thing we do not point out is that Ham Radio really encompasses a wide range of engineering disciplines. In my most recent experience, I put up a new ham station, all new, from scratch. Let state the needed engineering disciplines, needed to accomplish the task. Obviously electronics engineer, with computer, RF, audio sub disciplines etc. Mechanical engineering with material, structural, and architectural sub disciplines etc. and there are more engineering disciplines that I have not mentioned that came into play while putting up a tower with antennas as well as the station itself. There was basic home brewing involved also, to make devices that are not commercially produced. So if we want to keep Ham Radio moving forwarder, our think must evolve to deal with the societal changes. We have to show how broad of an experience that can be achieved through Ham Radio.
Personally, I can't stand working phone/voice — I guess I just don't play well with the folks that specialize in those modes. I do, however, enjoy making contacts with the computer-assisted modes and have made some friends along the way.
JerryB says:
WSPR is another mode that does take the operator out of the contact. The trend of remote operations from a smart phone on the beach is also testing the logic of the whole hobby. If you have a phone in your hand, all you need to do is type their telephone number to talk to them, for cryin' out loud.
WSPR isn't about calling a friend. It us usually homebrew on some level so it starts as a technical challenge. Once you have it working you either get bored and quit or it becomes an experiment in propagation and seeing just how many miles you can wring out of a minimum amount of power. It's not really meant to be a practical thing for communicating. I can't imagine many scenarios where it would be short of announcing the location of a safe zone after some sort of sci-fi apocalypse or something like that.
I'd like to point out though, about that cellphone comparison. I hear that one a lot about ham radio in general. Yes, you can call your friend any time you want to. So you are bored and looking for someone to do something with. You pick a specific friend and ring their phone, potentially disturbing them if they are currently busy. If you and your friends are all hams (big if, I know) you can put out a call on your local repeater and ask who is available. You could reach only those friends who are not busy and all of them at the same time. I don't see how that is in any way the same thing or how one can replace the other!
Off the repeater you may reach more distant people in far away places kind of like a real-time penpal service. You can have nets based on some subject you are interested in and find new people who share similar interests.
So, no, a cellphone is not like ham radio. The internet might be… but telephone is not. What does ham radio have that the internet doesn't? Some people get pretty excited about the emergency capabilities. The fact that it doesn't rely on a grid which might go down. That's good. My thing is the technical aspect. I can play around with making my own equipment which establishes it's own long-distance links. There is also the fact that are not-so net neutral telecom carriers are so evil. It's nice to have the capability of not using their services.
Now.. if only all my friends were hams and really did tune to the local repeater when they are available…
Look, the hobby is always changing, always taking advantage of current technology. Internet use for remote operation is here and is a viable solution for a lot of people with restrictive HOA covenants and convenient remote operation. A phone, iPad or tablet is just a tool to do Ham Radio. Just remember there are few restrictions as to how we do the hobby.
Severe Tire Damage says:
What the heck is ham radio about these days anyway? My next question would be, what the heck is FT8?
Is ham radio sort of a social networking for the older generation? If so, why haven't they migrated to Facebook?
They kids are all outa there now, so there shouldn't be a problem in that regard.
EthanHunt says:
Do they look like old farts ?
[Video of women putting together an antenna that plays heavily on the destructive trope that women are somehow stupider than men, or exist mainly to be seen. De-linked by editors.]
What a stupid video. Putting "hot girls" in a ham video. How cheesy
jimvandamme says:
Far as I can tell, it's talking across town about how much you spent on your Japanese radios. Kids these days don't want to homebrew anything.
I've spent 45 years in radar research, tracked planes, satellites and the moon, but after spending all day designing and building antennas and high powered transmitters, doing the same all night just to chitchat didn't appeal to me.
Really?!?!
How many articles do you read right here on this site about people you would consider to be kids building something?
I won't argue about your observation of what conversations are actually happening on the radio. In my experience it isn't ALL like that but it's bad enough that it sure can look like it is.
I think I understand how you feel about doing something as a job and not wanting to do it as a hobby. I struggle with the same thing from a different angle. As a professional computer programmer one of the last things I want to do is go home and write code. I love making things though and with today's technology the things you can do are just so much better if they are a mix of hardware and software as opposed to "pure" hardware projects. And so, I get really excited about building this or that, put together some hardware and then the project languishes waiting for software.
That doesn't really say anything bad about software as a hobby though, only trying to mix career and hobby. Likewise your experience of radio as a job does not mean that someone else who didn't spend 45 years doing that for a living will not find enjoyment and satisfaction out of amateur radio. That's more of a reason that it just might not be for you.
Steven Greenfield says:
Why would you ski down a mountain when you can just drive a car? Why hang glide when you can just drive there? Why jump out of a perfectly good airplane, when you can just stay in it and land at the airport? Why waterski when you can just stay in the boat, or just stay back on the dock? What is the point of climbing a mountain, when you are just going to go back down?
You must be magic in a relationship.
In my experience the planes normally used for sky diving are only "perfectly good" in a very subjective sense!
I actually saw one once with the propeller held together by duct tape. I'm pretty sure they only did that as a temporary patch to allow for taxiing but still… DUCT TAPE! I was so glad when they lead me to the plane I would actually be jumping from and it wasn't that one.
Bob Hicks says:
Having been licensed for longer than lot's of readers are old (1951) I can remember when folks on AM said that SSB Was gonna scew up the ham bands – you know how that turned out. Then, CB was also gonna ruin everything – need more hams bring the CB folks aboard. Reduce/eliminate code requirement – wow is that gonna mess everything up. Now when a Nobel Prize winner introduces FT8 and you can work the world with 25 W, that too is a disaster! Sun spots gone, no problem work on 6M or 10M when you can't hear a darn thing no problem, FT8 to the rescue. Wanna ragchew, probably oughta stay down on 40 or 75 until ole sol wakes up again or try 2M etc.
Be positive, enjoy what we have and Mother Nature allows. The only constant is change – go with the flow. Bob
BillSF9c says:
Is it not oxymoronic to discuss, Ham, in THIS medium?
HarveyH54 says:
The internet pretty much killed everything, pure evil. You can do most anything on line, see things, talk with people, from all over the world, only have to leave the house, or spend money if you really want or need to. Cheaper and safer for many to stay home. Think most people look at radio, as very old technology, not a lot of curiosity. Encryption really kills a lot of cool stuff you might do with radio waves these days. Our taxes paid for a lot of those satellites up there, the space program, we should be free to receive, use and and enjoy the live transmissions of data and images. Getting in to HAM, is an investment in time and equipment, that doesn't really seem to open up much, that you can't get off the internet, which most people have access to, aside from a few communist countries, or money tight places on the planet. It's a hobby, maybe a lot of folks don't get it, but there are a lot of hobbies and interest that don't make much sense either, like Facebook.
There is only so much time in a day, and some much cash in a paycheck, and a whole lot more options on how to spend them, since radio was a thing. HAM will probably always exist, but getting to be popular again, would require new things it can be used for, and some value to justify the expense (time and money).
Roger Adrien Lavallee says:
When you reach 80 years, Ham radio is your link to sanity no matter what mode you use.
farleyaccurate says:
I'm 72 and I agree with you K2ATJ
jinchoung says:
actually, I've always wondered why there isn't more robust digital data exchange over ham. is the data rate necessarily so low that you couldn't do text messaging or sending out a c64 game?
The stupid rules about encryption get in the way of a lot of it. The rules are extremely overzealous in my opinion. They've basically walled off their old man's hobby and tried their best to freeze it in some kind of nostalgic stasis, preventing a lot of innovation or invention, and now they moan about any new development "killing the hobby." Sounds to me like the FCC and ARRL's codgety politics and authoritarian rulemaking already killed any possibility that it would grow and persist into the future. There's vast swaths of bandwidth that are effectively dead zones, but they're reserved anyway–and what you are allowed to broadcast has pretty much all been done a million times. If you aren't a corporate or national entity, tough luck–have fun revisiting experiments from the 1970s or something.
Broadband-hamnet is kind of an interesting concept, but you aren't legally allowed to do much of anything useful with it. It would be cool if it could become a secondary, independent encrypted internet without any hardwired infrastructure. It would use up a lot of bandwidth and be relatively slow, but I think it would have some real interesting possibilities.
There's no "walling off" going on here. The prohibition of encrypted content has been there from the start. This, along with the prohibition of music, was a way of placating the commercial radio industry, who had to pay high license fees, by making amateur service non-competing. That is still a valid limitation for amateur radio. Do you think the broadband mobile industry wouldn't pitch a fit if Internet-over-amateur-radio became a thing?
acmefixer says:
I thought there already was Fidonet. Why shouldn't hams be able to use the same technology that commercial ISPs have? But at much lower speeds, of course.
Because the promise made in establishing the amateur radio service was that it wouldn't compete with commercial licensees. Amateurs should NOT be able to have the same capabilities that commercial radio service does, because this separation is what allows the continuing justification for amateur radio service.
I would like to see a license-free service opened up where encryption is the norm, nobody is protected from interference and don't transmit outside of the band is the only real rule. This is where your broadband mesh as an open internet would fit in.
It would also be self-limiting. As it becomes popular there would be greater interference resulting in it's popularity going back down resulting in less interference leading to a resurgence in popularity and so the cycle continues….
This is why unencumbered encryption on amateur radio would be a problem. Bandwidth is limited and we all have to share. Imagine paying only for cable modem or similar broadband service at your house. Then you build a little handheld device that talks back to your home via ham radio giving you basically free cellular service. It sounds great! But then imagine that everyone else does it. It wouldn't take long to use all the bandwidth that we have!
I would like to point out that at least in the US the actual text of the law only prohibits "messages in codes or ciphers intended to obscure the meaning thereof, except as otherwise provided herein;". Encryption for the purposes of validating one's identity wouldn't necessarily be covered by that. I would think that one could use public/private key encryption for validation purposes so long as one also transmitted their public key in the clear at regular intervals. I would suggest at 10 minute intervals along with one's callsign since that is already the requirement for callsigns.
Honestly, if one really wanted to do internet via ham radio I'm not sure anything in the law really prevents it. You wouldn't want to send private, personal messages nor would you want to send banking information or anything sensitive like that. But, for basic web surfing where you wouldn't mind a bunch of strangers looking over your shoulder there is no reason you can't. For example, you could browse HaD so long as you have no financial interest in HaD or it's ad partners. But.. if that became popular, see above… bandwidth!
"Honestly, if one really wanted to do internet via ham radio I'm not sure anything in the law really prevents it. You wouldn't want to send private, personal messages nor would you want to send banking information or anything sensitive like that. But, for basic web surfing where you wouldn't mind a bunch of strangers looking over your shoulder there is no reason you can't."
You can't conduct business or use amateur radio to further business interests."
Without commerce, AKA advertising, huge swaths of the 'Internet' are not allowed to travel over amateur bands, same goes for streaming music/video, and other things people do – like buying upgrades in csndy crush.
eriklscott says:
There *was* a good bit of data on the air in the late 80s and early 90s. At its heyday, "packet radio" on 144, 220, and 430 MHz bands was pretty busy. Links ran at 1200 or 9600 baud. Packet framing protocol was a variant of X.25. The usage started dying down quickly with the advent of cheap internet access, but packet radio changed into the Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS). It was used for sharing vehicle locations and for short text messages – 85 characters if I remember right? There is still some data traffic on the various bands, and now there is a pretty good amount of "voice over digital" traffic.
Just some historical context here: packet radio in the period you mention was a logical extension of the BBS craze, which is why you see data rates that match up with modems of the period. I don't know what eventually happened to packet radio, but BBSs disappeared the day after ISPs showed up.
Killing HAM radio? Try to impress a teenager with HAM radio. He can do text, video, voice all over the world anytime with the cell phone.
Agreed. There was modest success with Skywarn after "Twister" hit the theaters. There was another uptick right after 9/11/2001, but not teenagers. And… that's about it for now. Solar cycle is so far in the trash right now it's not going to be easy, and that's probably OK. Things change. I wouldn't have thought "the maker movement" had a chance in the world, but I've been wrong plenty of times before.
Ham Radio is a technology based hobby, we were the original "Geeks" and Ham was the early version of that monicker. In the 80's those monickers changed when computers became a bigger hobby then Ham Radio. Now in the new century Ham and Computer hobby's have merged in an extensive way. Any computer device can be used in Ham Radio. Most resistance to this comes from older Hams. I am an older Ham but I love embracing new technology. And I love continuing to learn.
The limiting factors are bandwidth and noise. Noise is a given, but the important thing about it is that noise is spread out over the whole spectrum. This means that the more of the spectrum you can reject, the lower the remaining noise is. The inescapable consequence is that the wider your signal's bandwidth, the more noise it has to compete with. So the more bandwidth your signal needs, the more powerful it has to be, and therefore the more transmitter power and antenna gain is needed. FT8 addresses this by being extremely narrow in its bandwidth requirement, allowing very long range communications with very low transmitter power and less-than-the-best antennas. But the consequence is low transmission speed. As the article states, it's about one character per second. So a 320-character text message takes over five minutes to send. Not really competitive with cell service. You can do the math yourself for c64 games, for example a 10 kbyte program would take 10,000 seconds to transmit. Most people wouldn't like that kind of data rate.
PSK31 takes a different approach, using typical typing speed as the objective. It still needs less bandwidth than single-sideband modulation of voice, but in most cases a standard voice SSB transceiver is used, with the modulation and demodulation (and along with that, some noise rejection) being done by a computer connected to the transceiver. Apparently, though, the inventor of PSK31 is a pretty slow typist, since this mode is limited to about four characters per second. There are other phase-shift keying modes that are optimized for higher data rates, but they require correspondingly wider bandwidth and therefore higher transmitter power and/or better antennas.
TL/DR: the reason there isn't more robust digital data exchange over ham is that higher data rates require proportionally higher transmitter power. Simple as that.
RTTY is 'texting', but receivers see text as it's typed.
You can send full-frame video over the UHF bands, but but the bandwidth is too wide and power required to send the signal any real distance is excessive.
I prefer longer exchanges, even some rag chewing. I operate RYTY and PSK but have no desire to try FT8. Sunspots should return.
darrellhoneycutt says:
I started getting my ham license in 1959, I was in the Navy a nd overseas, I could my afford transmitters and receivers then so I built my own, I built a transmitter first because it was eaiser, I built a 5 band double superhetrodine reciever next and used both to talk back to the states. I enjoy rag chewing and talk to several groups every day, and answer every .ca call I hear. Ham radio is just exciting to me today as when I started, I don't care for digital communication at all, but for all that do, I'm behind them one hundred precent, Ham Radio won't die as long as me and one other ham is able to talk. WB4BRV
"Ham Radio won't die as long as me and one other ham is able to talk"
Yeah, ham radio was cool exciting cutting edge technology once. Back when I was a kid. Maybe in the 1960's Then you felt like one of the Hardy Boys if you could fire up your radio rig and send morse code and get a response. But I think like bell bottom pants, it may have run its course. It doesn't seem too exciting these days, maybe even has slid beyond retro.
DainBramage says:
There are more than enough modes to go around, FT8 won't kill ham radio any more than WSPR, PSK-31, SDR's, commercially built radios, or being confined to 200 meters and down did. It's a hobby that changes over time, just as the people using it change over time. Amateur radio is all things to all hams. Each one of use find something different to do in the hobby, each goes their own way, and each of us manage to have fun doing it.
As long as we're using the airwaves for communication, it's real radio. FT8 sure as heck won't change that.
FT8 is just another step towards integrating computers and radio. Someday there may be a repeater that accepts authenticated transmissions from any ham and uses frequency diversity and other exotic cell phone like -but narrow band – transmissions to send around the world. The ham won't know which frequency or path the signals take. For instance take Zigbee. Just using lower frequencies and longer distances not relying on skip, but still within ham bands. Ever heard of Aloha Network? https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/ALOHAnet
Yes I have. Forty gears ago, someone with the Department of Communications here in Canada had experienced Aloha Net, and decided amateur radio needed a change. He spoke at the local ham club meeting in May of 1978, announcing rules that allowed for packet radio. And some local hams demonstrated amateur packet radio, maybe the first public demonstration. But I'm not certain, there may have been US work on it already.
Packet radio took off, but at 2M, so local only. Add a new box, the TNC, that used audio tones with existing radios. So only 1200 baud. It boomed for a while, then faded. Faster required modifying the rigs, or building from scratch. Some used HF, but it never took off. It was too slow, and ham rules limited what could be sent.
Michael C. Fortner says:
The vast majority of those who say it's ruining the hobby are the same ones who decried the elimination of the Morse Code requirement because it would result in "CBers" on the bands and kill the hobby. Funny thing is, the whole mess that's the sewer on 14.313 MHz has been committed by 20WPM Amateur Extra hams long before Morse was dropped. So I don't exactly put much faith in the FT8 will kill anything.
Michael KA3X
Torque says:
slot machine qso's perfect for introverts that dont like to talk.
Luke Weston says:
If left alone, amateur radio will kill itself.
It must evolve or it will die out.
The same old debate about ft8. Can't we find something else to talk about. It's like a political debate. Booooooooring….
G8SHE says:
If anything is 'killing radio' it's noise. FT8 puts us back where were twenty years ago, i.e., holding conversations just above the 'was that a signal or my imagination?' level. I've been licenced long enough to remember when noise on 40 was barely moving the S-meter, maybe a 2, now it's a 9 +10 dB here in Verona.
It's not my kettle of fish, I3/G8SHE/P uses up most of the 13 characters, but I can see that it lets people who aren't made out of money work the dx without an expensive power amp and a thirsty power supply to feed it, and as such opens the hobby to people who blanch at the idea of a rig+amp that costs more than their car. If more people are experimenting with more propagation modes like TEP and EME this has to be a good thing, it justifies us to legislators as being propagation experimenters, not just CBers with a licence – though there's always a place in the hobby for those who just like to chew the rag. Maybe, for example, talking about construction and sharing ideas.
I didn't know about js8call, I think I'll give it a try. So, this article and comments has been useful to at least one amateur, so thanks people!
I've been a 'ham' since 2002; the airwaves are if anything busier, but there's also a lot more 'qrm' i.e. man-made noise now, 2018, than ever before .e.g electronic toys and gadgets, computer and general communication signals down 'phone lines etc etc. I mostly use single-sideband (SSB) for speech, but occasionally FM and AM and very occasionally Morse. The 80metre band at night can be prohibitively crowded with SSB unless you're on a 'net' with other hams; 40m is tho' the most active day and night. In the UK try . Commercial concerns wish at times to expropriate amateur bands for their own use but we usually come to some agreement. If you can get onto I think 145.800 VHF FM you can listen to satellite comms with schools but DON'T answer unless you're a licensed ham. If you're interested, the Radio Society of Great Britain can direct you to the nearest training course. The old UK 'Ham' license was about the standard of an 'O' level, but now you can get onto the airwaves with a much easier test allowing a low-power transmitter/receiver. You're allowed to 'self-train in radio' and discuss 'personal matters'. Bad language, advertising and political statements for example are not permitted. There have been some better long-distance chats of late, but certainly the current sunspot cycle is very odd.
yo3fvr says:
Ham radio spirit cannot be killed by a new working mode. The diversity of working modes makes this hobby so unique. A young person can be convinced to become ham radio not because he or she can contact other persons around the world. For this purpose already exist Twitter, Facebook, Whatsup… But, build and experiment things is the true spirit and it is not important what working mode will be chosed.
Just try to compare FT8, which allows hams to have long distance contacts using only radio waves, with DMR, C4FM, YSF and all additional hot spots interconnected via Internet. Which one is more dangerous ? In my opinion, none, while all these made enthusiasts to build and experiment, even over Internet.
Truly dangerous for amateur radio is the lack of activity. Lack of activity could means not only powered off equipment, but also impossibility to practice the hobby because of bad propagation, small antennas and so on. Encourage any kind of working mode that brings a person, especially a young one, to the great world of ham radio.
Juergen says:
I think FT8 its a new aera in ham radio communication that has nothing to to wid the classic ham radio conversations. It is ideal for that ones, that first of all want to have a call sign in the log and collecting qsl cards. And it is a wonderfull technologie to test what is possible, what are the limits of physics. So my opinion is: let anyone do what them makes happy, as long all other ones can do their things.
Johnny Brown says:
Bob Hicks pretty well summed things up as well as others. Myself licensed in 1957 see another side not yet mentioned. Amateur radio has and is going downhill faster here in the US not just from so much technology now but the conversion of ham radio into a sofisticated CBer's playhouse caused by poor judgement of the ARRL for new members, the FCC, Mgf's desire to sell equipment knowing the less tech present day ham would be buying, etc. The lowering of requirements for ham radio brought those into the picture that had no desire to be tech minded but only to expand their CB arena and those that then came into ham radio based on that. As a result ham radio as it was created has been destroyed replaced by the old term that was brought out once before,. "Appliance Operators". The CB lingo has even carried over to the ham bands.
The critical thing I'm trying to emphasize here is the fact ham radio has not changed due to all of the above but literally been replaced. The creation of amateur radio for it's intents and purposes of those involved to experiment, improve, etc. no longer exists.
I use FT8 a lot and I also believe that it is killing amateur radio. The use of macros in other digimodes is doing so too (I call CQ for no-macro QSOs). That is why JS8Call (formerly FT8Call) is coming to the rescue – the benefits of FT8 whist being able to chat! FT8 will die once this mode gets out of testing.
aki009 says:
If it communicates by RF, it's ham. If ya don't like it, go back to yer Marconi sets.
You just listed two factors which have far more of a deadly effect on the hobby than FT8.
"I can remember as a teenager making a phone call from my car and everyone was amazed."
Reliable worldwide mobile comm is now provided by cell phones. Ham radio is no longer needed for that except in catastrophes where the cell phone system is down.
"At the height of classic ham radio, every ham wanted a beam antenna or a cubical quad or some other type of rotating directional antenna."
Neighborhood covenants now prevent that in so many places. Also, there is a shift to condo and apartment living. As a result there's a shift to sub-optimal hidden antennas and lower power.
To get something unique out of the hobby that is interesting while taking those limitations into account there is a shift to low power operation and digital modulation methods which are far more amenable to small signal operation.
So, FT8 is not killing the hobby. There are other far more important factors accomplishing that. FT8 is an adaptation of the hobby to its modern limitations.
Winston I agree with, their has been more detrimental affects from social changes then, new technologies. If we want new blood in the hobby, then we have to go after it. Adapt to new thinking of the young. And even with this, you may only get .1% of those you try to influence. Limiting factors are current hobbies, such as gaming. No one has talked about huge hobby. They are not interested in talking on radio especially to a bunch of old farts. No social advantage. Even if interested, cost and physical limitations if one wants to operate HF. ONLY driving force is technology and interest in understanding the technology. As well as a good understanding that it is a pathway to future advantaged employment.
First of all there was the Coherent CW ….
2. HF OLIVIA …..
3. EME JT65, MF JT9, VLF EbNaut
From SNR -10 dB to -70 dB.
The FT8 is a populist back-step.
The CW is forever on any mode -rig -band (TPTG TX 472 Khz too)
JGREEN says:
Nothing to worry about, old timers! Just another mode. Should be seen as a way to attract younger people to radio art/science. If they start with digital modes… Better chance they will get into the hobby and soon pick up an HT to start calling CQ on analog too. Short of a disaster… Kids have far better and more reliable means of communicating with their friends. These additions can only save amature radio. We need kids to become interested or amature radio will not be here much longer.
yyy6 says:
how many people can contact this protocol? 1 milion on city?
ha ha… no this is slowly than lorawan
Did CB "KILL" ham radio? In the '70s, there were millions of more CBers than ham operators! So much so, that they overwhelmed the FCC and caused them to drop CB licensing altogether! If you like just seeing where you signal can go, then these new modes are fine. If you really want to have a conversation, then stick to SSB, CW, repeaters, or EchoLink! Some hams have gotten so upset about the poor propagation, that they have actually downloaded the app. "Online Walkie Talkie Pro" to their smartphones, just so they can stay on touch with their ham friends!!
FT8 Call QSO party (more conversational mode than plain FT8) http://js8call.com/2018/11/01/js8call-qso-party-including-a-miles-kilometres-per-watt-challenge/
'Reliable worldwide mobile comm is now provided by cell phones. Ham radio is no longer needed for that except in catastrophes where the cell phone system is down.'
That's a big 'except'. If you live in an earthquake zone, you can expect the local chief of police to turn up outside your doorstep when his radio goes down. It only takes seconds for people in a building where there's a power-cut to use 7-year-old twins to communicate. Even if only to say 'I'm ok.'
We have actually made our infrastructure more fragile. The internet and cellular radio are inherently robust, but they still rely on a mains plug in the wall. Amateur radio can go a long time on batteries.
david smith says:
Most of the internet is pretty resilient as well seeing as most of it is in data centers with redundant power/generation. its the last couple miles to the house that is not, between tress that can take out communications lines and curb side dslams and nodes that require power. Some of this equipment is battery backed and your equipment at home can be just as easily battery backed as your ham radios. Depending on your region cellular is probably many times more reliable than the copper/fiber coming into your house. Here in Florida all cellular towers are generator backed by law due to hurricanes. When Irma ripped though Florida I lost my cable connectivity for almost a week but cellular worked fine as did tethering my computers to my cellular phone for internet.
Steven Naslund says:
I think that is one of the reasons why it is hard to attract new people into Amateur Radio. In its heyday, Amateur Radio was compelling in its ability to communicate around the world without using the ultra expensive international telephone network. Now, communicating anywhere in the world inexpensively is simple. My wife texts free to the Philippines every day and no one had to learn morse code. There are those of us who geek out on the gear but its just not that compelling an endeavor unless you like that kind of stuff. If FT8 is advancing the state of the art for radio comms, good that's what the hobby exists for. Saying its not difficult enough is ridiculous, the whole idea is to develop leading edge tech that eventually becomes transparent and simple for the end user. I come from the days when it was truly painful to get IP up and running on any system, now people use it without even thinking about it.
The thrill, got many, isn't communicating per se, but the technical challenge of taking various pieces of equipment, radios, antennas, power supplies, feedline, etc. and be able to communicate.
There are also groups of men who meet on a set frequency at a particular time everyday – it's called a net – and share stories, tease each other and help each other keep their spirits up. These men may never have met face-to-face, their interest in radio is their connection. There is no parallel in the social media apps on the internet.
To boil the hobby down to one thing is to miss the point, ham radio adds to other activities, it isn't an end on to itself.
Ĝan Ŭesli Starling says:
Glad there's something new for other folks to enjoy. But I can't see myself bothering with FT-8 ever. To me it just doesn't sound fun. My average QSO duration is 21 minutes. When I fire up the rig (only ever in CW, and mostly nowadays on 30m), I catch the first CQ I hear and try to keep the chat going as long as I can. That's my thing. The FT-8 fans are welcome to theirs.
Jonathan Powell says:
I'm a ham operator, and I think it would be good for ham operation. I just wished conditions were better on the bands. I'm a talker myself.
Just because we are in and tending towards the solar minimum of Sunspot Cycle 24, with the Maximum Usable Frequency (MUF) decreasing, which is causing many hams to use 40, 80 and 160 meters, that does not mean the end of traditional ham radio on the HF Bands, for large antennas need not be long wire dipoles or verticals,but can in fact be small Magnetic Loop Antennas, Strongly suggest those who don't have a lot of space for a 1/2 dipole on 40, 80 and 160 meters to read the classic paper of Leigh Turner (VK5KLT) entitled " An Overview of the Under-estimated HF Magnetic Loop Antenna", which can be obtained off the web. A very efficient MLA for 80 and 40 meters need only be 6 ft in diameter, and a very efficient MLA for 10-30 MHz need only be 3 ft in diameter. MLAs work great, not requiring any radials or any type of ground plane, and they work very efficiently only a few feet off the ground.
73, Jim (N6MV)
Thank you!! The title is right – magnetic loop antennas are widely reputed to be inefficient. For the lazy: https://www.nonstopsystems.com/radio/pdf-ant/article-antenna-mag-loop-2.pdf | just to name a few. If those don't excite you, there's moonbounce and satellites (even one orbiting the moon), so there's always something to get involved with. The frontier is moving, and ham radio is moving with it, or at least maybe it should be.
What do you think? Is FT8 going to kill ham radio? Save it? If you aren't a ham, does that make you think about getting your license? Or is it just another boring thing old guys do with their radios that you don't care about? Let us know in the comments.
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162 thoughts on "FT8: Saving Ham Radio Or Killing It?"
Corrosive says:
I'm pretty neutral on FT8 and don't see the big fuss.
Most HF guys are contesters who only use the minimum exchange for points so FT8 would be just fine for them.
If you're on HF and don't want to use FT8…. great! It uses so little bandwidth you'll have no problem finding a place to talk. The point is pretty moot if you ask me. Though, I'd like to try FT8CALL which I guess is similar but allows longer conversations to take place.
Trent S. says:
I'm "an HF guy" and when I say that I mean I use the HF bands more often than everything else (unless I'm using a HT like it was a walkie talkie at a convention or event) and I enjoy listening to conversations in other countries, although I am limited on the languages that I can speak, I am learning to understand several. I also enjoy experimenting with RF (and MW and MMW for that matter) and building gear that either makes it easier to understand what people are saying, makes it easier for people to understand me (when I am actually speaking on the air) or, and this is my favorite, making it possible for me to do something that would either (a) be impossible or (b) would cost [possibly a lot of] money. My favorite and most used examples of this are the following
(1) receiving email (or possibly other format) to a rural area of the country that doesn't have power(I use solar), internet, phone, or conventional cable television.
(2 and I know this isn't HF) an array of antennas (dipole and yagi versions) that are tuned for 2.4GHz that can each report the signal strength they receive. And software(I started with some open source software and only wrote very little) that computes that data and overlays a colored indication of signal strength over a live feed from a webcam connected to the antenna array. I can use it to see what areas of the house have good wifi signal strength and either move wifi access points and/or antennas or move devices using wifi in order to achieve the best signal strength possible.
I apologize for the poor formatting and poor articulation, putting my thoughts into words is one of my weaknesses.
Trent S.
Brian Davison says:
I'm a HF only operator and i HATE contests! I want to chat. So your statement is absurd…unless you can back it up with facts/statistics etc that support your claim that 'most' HF ops are contesters. Nobody that I know is into contests, and I've been a ham since 2000 in both Britain and now Sweden.
N3XIV says:
I'd agree, contests are a bore, digital is only entertaining in small doses and for the most part I prefer to listen to folks talk about topic of interest to me. I even chime in from time to time. Then there is another favorite hobby of listening to 3840 and try to differentiate the jammers from the actual humans, but that only stays fun for about as long as working FT8.
As far as HF antennas go I have a Zero Five 10-40 meter ground-plane vertical, that with tuner and a few other tricks, can effectively communicate on 80m at a tasteful 29 feet of height. This is already well documented elsewhere so I'll spare the details. I do some vhf/uhf repeater stuff and I'm working on getting an antenna setup for working satellites.
FT8 is just the evolution of a sub-section of HAM radio. I'm not at all worried that it offers some threat to anything other than the other digital modes. Not including morse, of course, as with some HAMs you'll pry that key from their cold silent key hands.
William Hughey says:
I agree, I like to chat a bit 5 min or so, if the conversation is interesting maybe longer. I dint care for contests although I have worked several. FT8 is new to me I got the RX portion working and thought "is this all it is" it looks kind a field day exchange or tour 59 in the contest then move to the next. I dont find anything interesting in FT8 other than it does work and the message will come through in high noise conditions. Good mode just needs some content.
Lewis M Burmeister says:
At least FT8 and other digital modes are still radio to radio. I can't get into the 5w hand held connected via the Internet. $25 radio and $10,000,000 infrastructure to make the contact. Might as well use Zello.
NN2X says:
JS8CALL, which is just like FT8, just with a QSO…At 20WPM key board to Key Board…Same specifications (-27DB decoding abilities at 50Hz..)..
Why, FT8 (And soon to take over JS8CALL)? Simple answer, most Ham lives in Suburbs and Cities, and with 76% with dipoles and 100 watts, it hard to get DX, especially considering sun spot cycle.
Along come FT8 (And now JS8CALL) and presto, DX! And plentiful…
Also, FCC did away with CW, That was the go to for DX…So easy way no entry, FT8
But JS8CALL, you can have a QSO…Which should be the answer in the future..(Especially at 20wpm)..
Antron Argaiv says:
Just another mode. Some folks like QRP, some folks do RTTY or PSK31 — the great thing about ham radio is that it's a ticket to play on the airwaves. If we all did the same thing, it would be very boring.
I'm not worried. I'm actually optimistic that SDR is making the cost of entry lower.
jwebola says:
Digital modes are every bit as much ham radio as morse code, long wire antennas and net operations are. It's not going to kill off ham radio. It may open new avenues for some and some may not embrace it at all. No worries, same thing happened with PSK31 and the no-code license. A ham friend only uses digital and he's more active than about anyone else I know on the air. If anything, digital mode variety may bring in the younger crowd who have only lived in a digital society and who think computers are far more friendly than people are. Great! Welcome to ham radio at it's best – VARIETY!
Deryl Holliday says:
I like FT8 because it is a new mode with new developments coming.from it. I used FT8 RTTY in a recent contest. It is really run.
Dave Rickmers says:
As long as they stay in the agreed upon band segments I love it! Antennas for HF can be both effective and "invisible". 73
I take care of my grandmother when I get off work mon-fri and she lives in a neighborhood that doesn't allow antennas. I have two antennas at her house to use while I'm there, a 20m loaded dipole in her attic, and a 40m magnetic loop that is attached to the top of her fence (~10′ tall wooden privacy fence) although it it closer to the ground than I would like, it is completely invisible to anyone who doesn't know it is there (I've even camouflaged the LMR400 transmission line by putting a garden hose over it because I thought it might have given me away)
David Goodrow says:
We might have to shrink down the voice segment some as our numbers grow. So remember to stay in your agreed segment of the band, :)
The entire F8 community occupies exactly the same bandwidth as ONE SSB QSO (about 3KHz) – if we double the user population, it will still occupy the same 'footprint'.
Black Mage says:
I see it as no different than RTTY or PSK31 which also are digital in nature.
BrightBlueJim says:
Fundamentally no different, but RTTY (using 45.45 baud and 1 stop bit) can send about 6 characters/second, PSK31 about 4, and FT8 about 1. I would say that a 6:1 ratio in data rate makes for different target groups for each.
FT8 was designed for a very specific purpose – sending an extremely constrained dataset (13 char/message?) and, based on extremely accurate/synchronized clocks detect signals that don't appear present to the casual observer ('in the noise floor'), RTTY was designed to transmit infinitely long messages over strong, reliable signals.
FT8 is about confirming a self-identified signal, no more.
I see. I misunderstood, then. I thought it was a 13 characters "at a time" thing. I guess I was confusing FT8 with Ft8call, which is an expansion of FT8 to allow sending a series of FT8 packets. I would barely call a message that's limited to "AF8WV d K6ABC", "communications".
If what you're saying is true, FT8 won't kill ANYTHING – it should barely have any effect at all, since it only needs 50 Hz of bandwidth for 13 seconds.
Mark Hunn says:
For someone like me with a modest station and a stealth antenna in the attic, FT8 lets me work stations that would be difficult at best with any other mode. I love to rag chew, and didn't think that I would enjoy FT8 at all, but I've found it to be much more compelling than I thought. Beating the other guy to that new DX that just showed up, or see who answers your CQ is every bit as much fun with FT8 as CW or RTTY. Combine it with PSKReporter and you can learn one heck of a lot about how good your station is and how propagation changes during the day. In short, give it a try, you might be surprised.
"It is popular to blame new technology for killing things. The Internet killed newspapers. Video killed the radio star. "
VHS didn't kill porn. :-D
While the internet may have killed the delivery mechanism (newspapers) it didn't kill the need for news.
There's also the idea of a better receiver.
https://www.technologyreview.com/s/611977/get-ready-for-atomic-radio/
Right. I think FT8 may be to RTTY what DVD was to VHS. None of which kills porn, and I know people who still have VHS tapes.
Not quite – more like:
Super-8 -> VHS -> DVD -> mp4
8-track -> cassette -> CD -> mp3
Morse -> RTTY -> PSK31 -> FT8
None of these actually removes its predecessor, but each in turn becomes dominant.
general store -> Sears -> Amazon -> ?
packrat says:
Universal replicator
scriptguru says:
Market -> Main street stores -> Supermarket -> Amazon
FT8 to JS8Call. The newest super mode. Chatting is back.
Hm. Not sure "chatting" is an accurate term, when you only get 6 words per minute out of it.
I have a hard time understanding the difference between con testers that exchange call signs and 'fine-nine's and nothing more and an FT8 exchange that does the same thing.
I just put up a small (17') 20 meter vertical antenna and this weekend I'm going to tryFT8 for the first time.
permakent says:
Then there's FT8 call or JS8 for more conversational contacts. http://www.k0pir.us/new-mode-ft8call/
Heads up here: I was googling to learn the difference between FT8 and ft8call, and stumbled onto a month-old forum comment by one of the ft8call developers, indicating that they have been asked by the FT8 | 2,692 |
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Apparently not, according to Edano. Urging the public not to overreact to the findings, he said that "eating food with radioactivity levels exceeding provisional limits isn't going to affect your health". Affected farmers would be compensated, he added.
How trustworthy are the government's reassurances?
Assuming the levels are being honestly reported, Edano's attempts to prevent panic by putting the doses into perspective are justified. This impressive chart assembled by the web-based science "comic" XKCD shows how doses scale up in sieverts, the units by which absorption of radiation into living tissue is measured.
OK, so that helps with perspective, but what will happen to the radioactive material spreading from Fukushima into the environment?
Iodine-131 is the most hazardous isotope in the material, because if breathed in or eaten it can lodge in thyroid tissue and cause thyroid cancers, as happened after the Chernobyl accident when children drank contaminated milk.
But if people at risk receive tablets containing non-radioactive iodine, this reaches the thyroid first and effectively prevents the radioactive isotopes being absorbed. Also, the threat should be short-lived because half of any given amount of iodine-131 decays away weekly.
It could be more of a problem. With a 30-year half-life, dangerous amounts can remain for years in pasture that might be grazed by livestock. That's why farmers in the European "hotspots" most heavily contaminated from Chernobyl were banned from selling their produce for many years. It is not as harmful as iodine-131, but can still damage DNA and cause cancers long after iodine-131 has decayed to insignificance.
So the government precautions are sensible?
Indeed. The bans on sale of produce can be lifted once the scale of contamination has been fully evaluated, and once leakages from the nuclear plant have been permanently halted.
Although the plant is still in a serious condition, the recent news has been promising. Almost all six reactor units at the plant are now stable or approaching stability, and power has been restored, enabling the operators to resume controlled cooling of the reactors. The worst contamination so far has come mainly from fires in ponds where spent fuel rods are stored. Because the ponds are open to the atmosphere, radioactive material from the spent fuel spread straight into the environment.
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Brentford's Forrester pulling up trees in League One after Villa snub
By Gerard Brand (@gedbrand91)
In August 2011, Harry Forrester made the decision to reject a two-year contract with Holland's most famous club. His alternative was first team football with Uwe Rosler's Brentford in England's third tier.
At the age of 19, the midfielder had just scored a hat-trick in a pre-season friendly for Frank de Boer's Ajax against VV Goes, as well as scoring in two other games during his short trial at the Amsterdam giants.
The 21-year-old is now running Brentford's midfield with the panache and skill that would make many of those he left behind at the Ajax reserve team envious.
His goal against Sheffield United in late November put him in the limelight, and deservedly so. Within a split second of receiving the ball, Forrester had turned Blades midfielders before rifling in an unstoppable strike from 25 yards. It coincided with the 2-0 win that triggered the realisation that the West London club are a real threat for promotion.
Pulling up trees: Harry Forrester has had a fine season so far
To some, turning down a deal at the four-time European Cup winners may have seemed a strange choice. To others, he went one step back to go two steps forward. To him, the decision was one made with the future in mind.
'I felt what I needed was first-team football and that's what I chose, to stay in the lower leagues in England and get some games under my belt here, rather than stay out in the reserves out there,' Forrester said.
'Looking at players in front of me [at Ajax], I was thinking "will I ever get my chance?" so I had to weigh it up.'
Unbeaten since October 20, The Bees are flying in League One, and Forrester has been the main instigator alongside Clayton Donaldson's goals.
Their home form is the best in the third tier, with the tight, traditional atmosphere of Griffin Park providing the perfect surroundings for the proverbial fortress.
Despite not putting his improvement down to what he learned in Holland, the Dutch way of playing still left a mark on Forrester.
'Obviously it's well documented that it's technical,' he said. 'I went over expecting some running sessions but we didn't do a single one, there were a lot of small sided games, one touch, two touch.'
Forrester's development has not always been on the incline, however. Having started his youth career at Watford, he moved to Aston Villa in 2007 as a 16-year-old for £250,000, potentially rising to £1million. But he didn't play a single minute despite Gerard Houllier starting a policy of introducing a wealth of young talent into his side in the latter stages of Forrester's time at the club. He was let go by the club in the summer of 2011, but he has no regrets.
'At the time [Houllier] didn<|fim_middle|> the advice of others. His defensive weaknesses were brought up by de Boer, a masterful defender who could play too. But Forrester, still a pupil of the game despite tearing up League One defences on a weekly basis, feels he has improved.
'I'm working hard for the team defensively and hopefully the gaffer sees that,' he said.
'Obviously to play at the top level you've got to be ticking all the boxes on all parts of the field.'
Brentford, forever known as a traditional third tier club, have spent just one season in England's second tier since 1954.
'The Championship is what I want, what the club wants and everyone here wants.'
For the moment, the two's views are parallel, but expect to hear Forrester's name floating about if the Bees miss out.
December 20, 2012 Comments (0) | Permalink | 't think I was ready for the step up,' he said. 'I just cut my ties quickly and tried to get my career going.
'I wanted to be part of a first team, to mean something to a club and to fans, to be winning games and to feel appreciated at a club.'
After his Dutch adventure, his first season at Brentford was disappointing. In 2011-12 he made 20 appearances without scoring a goal.
The faith Brentford showed in Forrester is being repaid, but this confidence never came without a friendly, constructive nudge. He was given strict targets in the summer, and it is a credit to both Forrester and Rosler that he has so far answered the call this campaign.
The gaffer: Brentford have gone nine league games unbeaten under Uwe Rosler
'Things were hard then, I didn't play as much as I wanted to with injury, and in my head I was thinking have I made the right choice?' Forrester explained.
'But I always feel it's the right decision if I am playing at a level I should be playing at.
'[Rosler] gave me goals to reach, I did that through the summer. I knew that this was going to be a big season for me, and I knuckled down when everyone else was enjoying themselves because that's what it's all about. Maybe if he hadn't given me those points I would have struggled.'
But the question on many Bees fans' lips is whether their young dynamo will stay at the club when January calls. Villa have been linked with a move to bring him back to the Midlands, but with six months left on his contract, Forrester suggested there was no point in jumping ship if this particular vessel is going with the current.
'I think we can go up this year, we genuinely believe that now after beating those around us,' he said.
'We are where we need to be, where we want to be which is testing the top of the league and if we continue no doubt we'll be in the Championship next year.'
The Milton Keynes-born midfielder, who turns 22 in the New Year, speaks much about the importance of playing at a level that suits his development. Many young players have leapfrogged divisions and sacrificed playing time and development for a shot at the big time, notably former Brentford defenders Karleigh Osborne and Ryan Dickson. Dickson, who moved to Southampton in 2010, has had to look for playing time in the lower divisions after losing his place at St Mary's. As for Osborne, a product of Brentford's youth academy, the 24-year-old has found himself ousted from Millwall's starting eleven after moving to The Den in the summer.
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Ayre, of Carlin How, sat silently behind defence solicitor Brett Wildridge as the charge was read out.
Rachel Dodsworth, prosecuting, said: "There has been a suggestion by the defendant's ex-girlfriend that the victim in this case went round to the defendant's house to fix her glasses.
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Addressing Mr Ayre, presiding magistrate Joanne Driffill, said: "It is your opportunity to give your side of the story.
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A new tourist attraction will open in Plovdiv this<|fim_middle|> Heritage and Culture, Round Trip | spring. That is when it is expected to be completed the restoration of the Episcopal Basilica from the 4th Century. And its unique mosaics to be accessible to visitors. Even when entering the attraction, the guests of the city will be amazed by the rich colors and shapes of the stone paintings arranged on the floor.
Among the most attractive is a mosaic of peacock, which will welcome visitors as a stylized drawing and the exterior facade of the attraction as well. Its beauty is further accentuated by the various mosaics of birds, which are only one part of the over 100 images of feathers in the basilica. According to archaeologists, the birds symbolize the Garden of Eden.
The peacock, on the other hand, represents the resurrection of Christ and the immortality of the human soul. It is no accident that the scale of this mosaic is larger than the other birds surrounding it.
In the basilica, you have the chance to see two different layers of mosaics. The lower one shows mostly stylized geometric shapes and crosses. They come in only four colors – white, black, red and ocher. In the next layer, hundreds of birds and brighter colors are already relied on.
There are also differences between the southern and middle ships of the basilica, which in turn suggests that different masters worked on the arrangement of the colored paintings.
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Today<|fim_middle|>. | is our Canadian Thanksgiving Monday, so I'm taking a break from my regular blog series.
This is the time of year when we express our thanks, but why do we wait so long? We should be thankful 365 days a year, shouldn't we?
Look where we live. In a country where we're free to worship our God. We're free to express ourselves without fear of being arrested. We're free to share our faith to anyone we want.
But yet, we still seem to take it for granted. I know I do.
We're rich compared to most countries, but we still want more. Why can't we be thankful for what we have instead of always trying to have all the latest in technology, clothes, fancy cars, and the biggest houses? We should be content in what we have, but face it. We're not.
We have food on our tables. We're not starving like many in other countries. But again, we take it for granted.
Today, let's show our gratitude to our God for everything He's given us. Let's not ask for more.
Let us also express our thanks EVERY day of the year, not just today.
Thank you Lord for all the blessings You bestow in my life. I'm truly grateful. Forgive me when I fail to show it.
Happy Thanksgiving Dar and Jeff. This writing has the truth of how Our Savior wants us to live and love one another (John15:12).Thanks you for this challenge of truth!!!
What am I thankful for? All the things you mentioned…and you, my dear friend. Great post! I love it.
It was great to meet and talk with your sister again. Beautiful picture of you both. Your love for each other shines through.
I re-read this today, Dar, and it made me think of the quote that is floating around Facebook. What if we woke up with only the things we thanked God for yesterday. Something to think about | 401 |
On November 19, 2017 at Homestead-Miami Speedway, Earnhardt will take the track one last time as a full-time NASCAR driver. This is the paint scheme he chose to drive. Introducing the No. 88 Axalta Last<|fim_middle|> Homestead-Miami for the final time in his incredible career.
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For thousands of NASCAR fans, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Isn't just a driver they cheer for on Sundays. He has become a member of their extended family. At Homestead-Miami Speedway on November 19, 2017 Jr nation's favorite son strapped in for one last ride as the crowd cheered him on. Now Lionel Racing is excited to offer a raced version die-cast that captures what Earnhardt's car looked like when it crossed the finish line at | 381 |
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Accountability: The institution is governed with focus on accountably integrity and transparency in academic, administrative and financial practices and decisions. PMU ensures that the positions of influence are filled with individuals who possess the competence, credentials and adherence to the those institutional values and principles;
Engagement: The PMU governance model ensures that all stakeholders: students, staff and faculty, parents, industry and businesses and the external academic community<|fim_middle|> of planning and reporting, PMU adopts the cascading model described in this document (Fig. 1). This model ensures a unified sense of institutional direction that is shared by all units and departments. This creates coherence and purpose in the strategic, annual and day-to-day course of work, and a purposeful distribution of resources. The model is overseen by the Strategic Planning Council, it is stemming from the institutional mission, vision and values, and it is managed by tools of planning and reporting described in fig.1 such as Dashboards and Operational Plans. The whole cycle is audited and assessed by the Institutional Effectiveness System. | engage with the governance practices to allow various perspectives , views and innovative and inclusive strategies;
Academic Governance: PMU Governance model focuses on the quality of the academic and educational practices, and that all decisions contribute to raising the academic quality and enhancing the academic experience;
Risk Management: PMU reserves a priority to its risk management and control (Financial, administrative and academic risks) to ensure the sustainability of the institution facing the challenges and threats;
Value of the Human Capital: the PMU governance model manages resources with integrity and transparency, however, as a higher education institution, PMU recognizes the value of the Human Capital and ensures that its decision making meets the need of its direct community of students, staff and faculty, as well as the expectations of the external community in the Eastern Province of KSA and the Kingdom at large.
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Arooga's and Mohegan Tribe Break Ground in New England
Arooga's Franchising, LLC and The Mohegan Tribe, who announced a franchise agreement in May, broke ground in Uncasville, Connecticut, yesterday on the first of 15 planned Arooga's Grille House and Sports Bar restaurants in New England.
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"The Tribe's franchise agreement with Arooga's is part of a well-considered diversification effort. Any good portfolio is diversified, and the Mohegan Tribe will continue to thrive through a range of businesses outside of gaming," says Chairman Brown. "We break ground for this first of many Arooga's in New England, with a strong business plan, and a new business partnership that will bring jobs and generate revenue in the region for years to come."
Continued Gov. Malloy, on the franchising agreement and its impact on the region: "The Mohegan Tribe are smart, hardworking, successful casino operators. They are truthful and energetic and they keep their promises. Thank you for entering into this relationship that will bring jobs to the region," he said.
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"When we started Aroogas back in 2008 we founded it on one simple principle: give customers what they want and they will be back," says Huether Jr. "When we began franchising, we established that we would be very selective in choosing our franchise partners since we knew they would be stewards of our brand. We could not have imagined having a better partner than The Mohegan Tribe."
The 9,000-square-foot Uncasville restaurant is expected to include more than 100 television screens, a collection of sports memorabilia, a three-season dining patio equipped with fire pits, and a tap room with up to 40 domestic and craft beers. Opening is targeted for early March of 2015.
A/Z Corporation of Ledyard has been contracted for construction; architects on the project are FRCH Design Worldwide of Cincinnati. The restaurant expects to add 75 jobs to the region and scheduled to open by early March 2015.
The groundbreakng event was held under a pavilion set up at the restaurant's future site, and featured samples of Arooga's award-winning cuisine.
"Thank you for the tent," said Gov. Malloy, who noted that he had been to two other events in the state without any shade earlier on the humid, 80-plus-degree day. "You couldn't have picked a better partner than the Mohegan | 374 |
An Ordinary Life : Maths: Venn diagrams the fun way!
<|fim_middle|> and green blocks in the middle or green blocks, natural wood blocks and cubes in the middle, the possibilities are endless. | Maths: Venn diagrams the fun way!
So yesterday Naomi and Harmonie were sorting out bricks. Harmonie loved it and then it got me thinking what else can we do that's fun and teaches us about maths and that's when I came up with this idea!
Some large pieces of paper. We used our size A2 pad and opened it out to use 2 pages.
Some building bricks of different shapes or different shaped and coloured buttons are good too.
Honi is definitely more of a kinaesthetic learner but she also gets really frustrated when she makes mistakes, rubbers are good but this way is much more fun. Harmonie, age 2, even tried to join in albeit that she needed Honi to show her where everything went!
You can decide on what colours and shapes you sort your blocks into; you can chose the colours according to the ones you have in your house and the shapes too. You can of course try this more than once. This is how we did ours today: we did blue blocks, red blocks and triangular prisms in the middle but we might try it again another time and do, cylinder shapes, square shapes | 234 |
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Matt Shlian's sculptural posters create three-dimensional geometric mountainscapes out of folded paper.
Put away your paper airplanes, kids: A new edition of five posters from Ann Arbor-based paper artist Matt Shlian adds a new angle to the argument for the physicality of printed matter.
Viewed from one vantage, straight on, the posters produce a peculiar optical effect that looks like the triangles are drawn in with pencil on the page, creating the dips and shadows with shading alone. But viewed from the side, the design reveals that the individual pieces are in fact cut out, hand-folded, assembled, and glued on the paper according to a pencil-drawn pattern on the page, which provides a lightly marked blueprint for a pattern that boutique label Ghostly International, which is collaborating with Shlian on these limited-edition prints, describes as "at once unfinished and complete."
Using the three-dimensional qualities of folded paper, Shlian began with a 12-sided form that extrudes across the 8.5-by-11-sized pages in five editions. Taken together, the pieces build on each other, like a paper mountain range of various-sized and -shaped triangles expanding across the page. And although he has also trained as an engineer, Shlian says that there isn't a formula or algorithm behind the shapes, but rather his own intuition. He writes: "I do not know how the pattern will develop as I progress | 290 |
Prepared<|fim_middle|> objectives. For more information, visit entouchnetwork.com. | Health announced their partnership with Homewatch CareGivers and enTouch - a growing digital network streamlining care for patients from Hospital to Home. Homewatch CareGivers is a premier provider of home care for people of all ages and today has more than 190 locations in seven countries and 33 states. The enTouch partnership provides greater visibility into patient care in the home for their partners including hospitals, skilled nursing and home health.
"We pride ourselves on pushing for growth and change within the industry. With more emphasis placed on home care by Medicare, we're excited to provide innovative tools that can enhance patient care and allow us to build stronger relationships with our partners across the care continuum," said Julie R. Smith, President & CEO, Homewatch CareGivers, LLC.
enTouch is a powerful community that connects everyone involved in a patient's Post-Acute Care (PAC), enabling real-time, HIPAA-compliant, and sometimes life-saving communications at the speed of touch. With the technology, post-acute care providers are seeing an increase in referral acceptance, faster transition times and reduced readmissions for hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. Homewatch CareGivers brings a broad range of services to the network from personal care and homemaking support for the elderly, dementia care, rehabilitative care, special care for the developmentally disabled, transportation services and back-up child care.
"We are thrilled to partner with Homewatch CareGivers and expand the enTouch network with their strong footprint. We continue to add high quality providers to help extend care into the home and close the loop as we push toward our mission of allowing our loved ones to age where they prefer," said Tim Coulter, COO of PreparedHealth.
PreparedHealth is a Chicago-based healthcare technology company empowering patients and families to connect with their healthcare providers and enabling them to live independently in the comfort of their homes and communities. The company has built enTouch™, an innovative digital network for healthcare, connecting patients and personal caregivers to providers and health plans (payers) to achieve their healthcare goals and | 422 |
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The Racquet Shop employs a full time on site stringer so we can offer a quick professional service restringing all makes and models of tennis, squash and badminton racquets. We can advise on string type and tension to help optimise your game. The Racquet shop also offers a bespoke stringing service on new racquets where we can custom string your new racquet to your exact requirements.
The Racquet Shop offers a professional fitting service for tennis racquets, cricket bats and hockey sticks. We are also happy to assist with fitting of protective clothing such as cricket and rugby as well as giving professional advice on choosing the correct footwear from football boots to specialist running shoes.
The Racquet Shop offers a unique demo service on all tennis racquets over £100, giving you the perfect opportunity to try before you buy. As we are familiar with and have played with all the racquets we stock we are happy to advise you and help you choose a short list of racquets to demo.
The Racquet shop caters for all the schools sports requirements including cricket, rugby, hockey, football etc From footwear to equipment we endeavour to take the stress out of back to school shopping.
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'We are very hopeful this treatment will be a game-changer for our patients'
Dr Victoria Potter and Mike Simpson
King's College Hospital is the first in the UK to use a newly approved stem cell therapy treatment for patients with lymphoma.
Chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy, known as CAR-T therapy, is a complex, personalised treatment that involves harvesting T cells – immune cells that recognise and kill viruses – from the patient and reprogramming them to recognise and kill cancer cells.
The pioneering treatment is currently being used on selected adult patients at King's whose lymphoma has recurred.
Lymphoma is a cancer that starts in the immune system; in cells in the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, bone marrow and other areas.
Research shows the treatment is effective in around 40-50 per cent of cases, including patients who have not responded well to chemotherapy.
However, the treatment also has some unpleasant, short-term side effects.
While being treated with CAR-T, patients are also screened for anxiety and depression and given mental health support to cope with the side effects of treatments.
This joined-up approach to mental and physical health is unique<|fim_middle|> returned.
He said: "In October 2018, I began experiencing back pain, stomach discomfort and severe vomiting so I went for more tests and was given the news the cancer was back.
"Dr Wendy Osborne and colleagues at the Northern Centre For Cancer Care (NCCC), Freeman Hospital Newcastle, explained CAR T therapy, which looked very promising so when I was given the opportunity to have the therapy at King's I jumped at it, and I am very grateful the team at NCCC put me forward."
Mike's cells were harvested in early January 2019 and sent to the USA to be modified before being transfused in February.
"The team at King's explained all about the treatment and possible side effects," he said.
"Despite this, it still came as a big shock to me and my family when I became unwell a few days after the infusion.
"It was no walk in the park. I spent almost a week in intensive care and when I was well enough to be moved back to the ward I had to re-learn basic tasks such as climbing stairs.
"I was fortunate to have the support of my wife and children, who had to watch me go through the changes hoping all the time they would be temporary."
He is now back at home and hopes to return to work.
"I'm incredibly grateful for being given the opportunity to have this therapy as I know it's a costly, one-time treatment.
"I describe it as my L'Oreal treatment… because I'm worth it," he laughed.
Simon Stevens, chief executive of NHS England Improvement said, "CAR-T shows huge promise and it is fantastic to see that patients in the NHS are among the first in the world to benefit.
"The start of this treatment marks the beginning of a new era of personalised medicine, and forms part of the upgrade in cancer services which are set out in the NHS long term plan."
Dr Victoria Potter, consultant haematologist and director of stem cell transplantation at King's, said, "In cases such as Mike's, CAR-T therapy is a last resort when other treatments have failed.
"Although it does not work for everyone, from what we have observed in clinical trials this type of personalised medicine offers real hope for lymphoma patients who otherwise would have limited options.
"We are very hopeful this treatment will be a game-changer for our patients."
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Yes! Please keep me up to date | in the UK, and thanks to a partnership between King's Guy's and the Maudsley.
One of the first CAR-T patients is Mike Simpson, aged 62, from Durham.
The married father-of-two was diagnosed with stage 4a Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma, a form of blood cancer, in 2015.
After receiving chemotherapy and radiotherapy at his local hospital, and going into remission, he then relapsed ten months later.
After going into remission for a second time, his cancer | 112 |
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