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Blog Cosanti- A Unique Desert Studio!
When you visit Scottsdale, AZ, a must-see stop should be Cosanti just outside of Scottsdale!
This magnificent studio was home to Italian-American architect Paolo Soleri before his passing in 2013.
The structures are formed with concrete using the ground as a mold. All of the details were carved in a mound of earth, concrete was poured over and when dried, the earth was removed beneath the concrete. This technique is called earthcasting.
Cosanti is also known for it's wind bells which are created on-site.
These bells are<|fim_middle|> on the property. | know world-wide and are a favorite gift for an Arizona resident to send out on the holidays to people outside of the area.
I was lucky enough to be present during a casting with several of the day's visitors.
Molten metal is poured into the sand forms and will set quickly. The forms have been shaped and etched with designs beforehand.
Using different metals will yield different looks. My favorite were the bells with heavy patinas. I will definitely be bringing one of these pieces of art home with me!
Cosanti is on the list of Arizona Historic sites and they have resident students | 118 |
The Michael Parker Library<|fim_middle|>-media resources to support and extend the curriculum, including books, newspapers, magazines and DVDs. The Library also has computers with access to the network and the Internet.
Leicestershire Independent Educational Trust (LIET) is a Company Limited by Guarantee (No 1751466) and registered as a Charity (No 514407). | is located in the heart of the Senior School, on the first floor. We have worked hard to create a welcoming, comfortable and attractive space - a 21st Century Library in our lovely 1828 building! The Library has been designed to enable flexible use: classes, small groups, private study, with ICT facilities and a growing collection of resources.
The Library is open throughout the day and, during lessons, classes may be booked in or groups of students may be sent by teachers to work. At lunchtime and after school (until 5.15pm) students may use the Library to study, research, choose resources or relax and read. If students want to use a computer after school or at lunchtime, they should book in advance.
Students may borrow and reserve books and other resources. They are encouraged to ask for help and advice with selecting resources and research methods. Students are welcome to recommend titles as we want to buy new stock that they will enjoy.
We are constantly developing a range of multi | 207 |
Campers looking for wildlife. Credit: Ewaso Lions
Heather Gurd, Ewaso Lions' conservation manager, says even though Kenyan children live close to national parks and wildlife reserves, many have not had the chance to observe wildlife at close range or experience what attracts millions of tourists to their country each year. What's more, in rural areas, children's perceptions of wildlife are often shaped by negative interactions. Their attitudes may also be influenced by longstanding cultural beliefs and practices. For example, Gurd says in some cultures, hunting a lion is a rite of passage.
Meanwhile, in urban environments, Kenyan children tend to be even more disconnected from wildlife. "Across the country, children lack a sense of ownership over their natural resources and, consequently, do not recognize their role to ensure successful conservation," Gurd says.
The Lion Kids Camp program is making strides in changing this reality. Since its launch in April 2013, the program has engaged nearly 200 children across four counties in Kenya. While most camps have focused on Kenyan school children, in 2016, Ewaso Lions expanded its reach by holding a Lion Kids Camp for livestock herders, or lchokutis in the local Samburu language. By engaging herders, Ewaso Lions hopes to have an immediate, positive impact on wildlife.
"For the Samburu people in northern Kenya, livestock represents wealth and status," Gurd explains. "Often, young children are charged with tending livestock whilst out grazing, so these young herders play a vital role in protecting their families' livelihoods and maintaining cultural<|fim_middle|>ologists, vets, tour guides, rangers, and conservationists."
A reunion camp in August 2015 brought 122 former campers back together. Credit: Anthony Allport
Ewaso Lions has plans to expand its program by establishing a permanent headquarters and increasing the number of camps held each year to 10 or more. As the program grows, more kids will have access to Lion Kids Camps and, ultimately, Ewaso Lions' important conservation message.
Bethanie Hestermann is a freelance writer and co-author of Zoology for Kids. | traditions. As a result, they spend a significant amount of time in wildlife areas, yet they have limited, if any, exposure to conservation education and training. Many have never even stepped foot in a classroom before—so the whole experience is new and exciting to them!"
Classroom session at Lion Kids Camp. Credit: Ewaso Lions
While at Lion Kids Camp, campers experience some formal classroom-type sessions mixed with fun activities such as bird walks, movie nights, drama competitions, conservation-themed games and activities, and even "game drives." During game drives, kids have the opportunity to observe lions, giraffes, elephants, and many other species up close—often for the first time.
Happy kids on a game drive. Credit: Ewaso Lions
For Kenyan boys and girls, attending Lion Kids Camp helps create an appreciation for wildlife and an understanding of the importance of conservation. In doing so, the program is cultivating a new generation of wildlife ambassadors who recognize their role in preserving Kenya's incredible biodiversity. When campers return home, the hope is that they will spread the conservation message to their friends and families.
"Attitudes formed at a young age tend to last a lifetime, so environmental education presents an invaluable opportunity to forge long-term conservation values and to cultivate a new generation of wildlife ambassadors," Gurd says. "We encourage kids to become Lchokuti Lalng'atuny or 'herders of lions'—the next generation of wildlife bi | 299 |
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Tove Lo is an artist, songwriter and visual provocateur. She is celebrated for her "darker" approach to upbeat pop music, focusing her writing and art on the highs and lows of love's labor lost. Boldly unedited, she is proud to be rewriting the rules of pop-starlet engagement and has made a name for herself as an award-winning performer and Grammy-nominated songwriter. Tove Lo began her journey writing poetry and short stories at a young age and is now co-writing songs for some of the biggest names in the music industry. In only four years, Tove Lo has released one EP and three studio albums, produced and released two short films, with another on the way, has featured on tracks with some of music's biggest names (Coldplay, Flume, Alesso, and more), and | 560 |
This chic but simple 8-bedroom guesthouse may have been named one of Tatler's 101 Best Hotels, and have some very impressive rock'n'roll credentials but its friendly owners ensure that the glamour comes with a laid-back house-party vibe, which, combined with accommodation in the separate 'Pig Sty' cottage, and lively communal suppers (three times a week), is ideal for sociable parents with small children.
Former music industry exec, John Voigtmann, ditched NYC and looking after The Strokes and Christina Aguilera for the good life in Tuscany when he stumbled on La Bandita a couple of years ago. One look at the stunning view from the infinity pool and the apparently crazy decision makes perfect sense, but only after the combined efforts of John and architect Ab Rogers (clients include Tate Modern and Comme des Garcons in Paris) transformed this former sheep farm into a rustic-chic slice of heaven.
There's plenty of evidence of the history of the house each evening when cocktails in the kitchen/lounge/bar are accompanied by the sights<|fim_middle|> is around 20 minutes from the Chianciano Terme/Chiusi exit of the A1 Autostrada. The nearest airport is at Perugia approx. 40miles away, whilst Rimini, Bologna Flori and Pisa are all within approx. 80miles. The nearest major airport is Rome Fiumicino Airport (approx. 100 miles away).
There's a small toddler pool attached to the 72-metre infinity pool.
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There is a gourmet chef available for all meals- children under 7 eat free. | and sounds of local farmers rounding up the sheep, bells tinkling. Mini guests and parents often follow them down to the barn and pet the lambs.
The main building has six air-conditioned bedrooms. The smallest have the most breathtaking views, whilst the large four have luxurious sunken baths and oversized showers. All come with bath and skincare products by Eau D'Italie, Santa Maria Novella and Chianti Cashmere. Opposite the main house, about 15 metres away and with its own private pergola, the Pig Sty Suite offers more privacy and space. A brilliant sliding wall turns the open-plan room into a family-friendly two-bedroom suite with a double bedroom, kitchenette and sofabed plus cot (if required).
Along with the spectacular 72-metre infinity pool, there's a Jacuzzi, steam room and open-plan living space with extensive record collection and kitchen for guests and the chef to use. La Bandita does not have a full service restaurant, but in addition to daily breakfast and lunch, guests gather three times a week for a family-style dinner (or at individual tables in private areas of the property) for a meal that highlights the simple local Tuscan cuisine, with wines handpicked from small regional producers. The full time gourmet chef can booked for private meals at one of the dining areas scattered throught the grounds any time. A selection of fine Cuban cigars is stored on the property.
Owner, John, aims to ensure guest feel more like a visiting friend than a client and provides the kind of individual attention that big hotels can't. He or another English-speaking staff member are always on hand and keen to help with tasks like booking a table at a nearby country restaurant, detailing directions to the ruined abbey at the end of an old footpath, and arranging lunch with the small winemaker who will personally walk you through his vineyard.
La Bandita is the perfect base from which to explore the stunning Val d'Orcia and the hill towns of southern Tuscany many of which have preserved their medieval and Renaissance influences up to the deserted castles, abbeys and monasteries there is plenty to visit and admire. Bagno Vignoni is worth a mention, with its hot outdoor sulphur springs which travellers and locals have frequented since the Roman times. Fo the fashion forward, discount outlets for Prada, Dolce & Gabbana and Gucci are all reachable in under an hour.
For children there is plenty to see and do , whether it be whiling away hours chasing pigeons in Siena's Campo or travelling to Livorno to visit the water park maybe even a trip to the brilliant zoo at Arezzo.
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We are very<|fim_middle|>, schools and the Wissahickon trails, and a short commute to Center City. | excited to offer this spectacular contemporary home, having undergone a comprehensive custom renovation, in a desirable Chestnut Hill location. This magnificent home is the result of a developer with over 20 year~s experience teaming up with Green Rhino, a design firm with a clean, comfortable, and elegant style, and Custer Kitchens, a kitchen and design company that has been behind countless high-end kitchens in the Chestnut Hill area over the last 30 years. Sophisticated, clean lines highlight and enhance an open floor plan, with exceptional appointments. Our latest offering is just the turnkey, one floor lifestyle so many buyers desire. Enter the foyer with volume ceiling and glass cupola, radiant flagstone floor, leading to step-down living room with fireplace. The custom, gourmet, eat in kitchen, offers Jenn Air appliances, large island and ample counter space with honed marble countertops, fireplace and separate dining area. Family room with fireplace opens to flagstone terrace. Master bedroom suite opens to private terrace, complete with large walk-in closet, and master bathroom Designed for todays living in mind the four additional bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Additional features include brand new HVAC, new windows and doors, hardwood floors throughout. Situated on a .45 acre lot, the beautifully landscaped grounds, including a handsome stone wall, originally part of the famed Krisheim property. Quite simply an exceptional property within walking distance to the Chestnut Hill village | 293 |
Vanessa Bruno On Opening a New York Store and Her French Actress Fan Club
We managed to get a few words with the lovely Vanessa Bruno, looking very Parisian in all black--including her favorite skirt of her own design--to chat about future store openings and one of her number one fans, Marion Cotillard.
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It was the fashionable calm before the storm last night at the launch of Vanessa Bruno's pop-up store in Soho. Appropriately, a stylish crowd with a European edge gathered for the opening bash in a transformed raw space that would have been right at home in the Marais district. The impossibly chic French designer held court in a space dotted with fresh cut flowers, campaign posters showcasing a glowing Stella Tennant and loads of breezily minimalist Parisian girl clothes and accessories. And did I mention the Laduree station? If embroidery-detailed tunic dresses, silky boxy blazers, stacked heel gladiator sandals and plush leather totes don't get you to stop in through February 26, maybe the thought of delectable candy-hued macarons will. But before I partook in a little bite of Paris last night, I managed to get a few words with the lovely Vanessa Bruno, looking very Parisian in all black--including her favorite skirt of her own design--to chat about future store openings and one of her number one fans, Marion Cotillard. Fashionista: Right now, the only U.S. Vanessa Bruno store is in Los Angeles. When will the permanent New York shop open? Vanessa Bruno: Well, you know what, you read my mind! (Laughs.) It's the next step in one year's time. How different or the same will the New York store be from the Paris and the L.A. outposts? It will be more close to the Paris store than the L. A. store. Of course this is a pop-up store, everything is nomad, we just took this place like this and put in beautiful photos. We put Lad<|fim_middle|>urban, tropical spirit." As for choosing a location for her stateside flagship, Bruno told us, "I love the spirit of LA, the laidback girls, everything about it. The first place I wanted to be was in LA."
By Fashionista | uree for...a kind of French touch, I would say, a happiness and fantasy. And then, of course, everything is moveable here. If I do a store, it would be different, that's why we're only here for three weeks. So no Laduree in the permanent store? We'll see. How did you come to work with Stella Tennant for this campaign? Because I work with [photographer] Mark Borthwick. I mean, I love Stella so we decided to work together on this. Lou Doillon is one of your muses, were there any others for this collection? You know, I work also with Kate Bosworth. Stella was there, Lou Doillon, but I work also with French actresses, but maybe you don't know their names. So yeah, I don't have someone set up, it just comes up with a flow or with a collection or by meeting someone I like. I was actually going to ask you, which French actresses do you like to work with? Vanessa Paradis, I dress a lot. Of course, Clemence Poesy, also, she's a very beautiful girl. Who else, oh, of course, Marion Cotillard. She comes all the time to the store. She is a big, big fan of the store. She's very important for us. Would you ever want to work with her? Well, I think she's a bit exclusive with Dior. They got her! No, she comes to the store for pleasure. She just gets her stuff. So how are you going to survive this big New York blizzard that's hitting tomorrow? Oh, don't talk about it. I have to come back to Paris because I have a show. So, this is a little bit of my nightmare, my next nightmare.
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Breaking: Vanessa Bruno to Open Her First US Store in Los Angeles
It seems that Angelenos really, truly covet French fashion. Right on the heels of Paul & Joe's West Hollywood outpost, Vanessa Bruno will open her first US boutique in Los Angeles on July 26. The designer, whose soft, sexy clothes are favored by Lou Doillon types, will set up shop at 8448 Melrose Avenue, right near Marc Jacobs, A.P.C, Diane Von Furstenberg and our favorite L.A. boutique, Creatures of Comfort. The soft launch at the end of July will bring the designer to L.A. for the first time ever. There will be a grand opening at the end of October, post Fashion Month.
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The vibe was Woodstock pronounced with a French accent. It might not be to everyone's taste, but if Vanessa Bruno can find common traits between Lou Doillon and Kate Bosworth (her two muses), there is surely a little bit of French hippy inside of you, too.
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Vanessa Bruno Talks About Her Latest Film, Femininity and Frenchness
PARIS--Yesterday, in a secret cinema room at the bottom of a café in Saint-Germain, Vanessa Bruno held a private projection of her latest film. This is the third time she has created a full-blown short movie to convey the atmosphere of her latest collection. Entitled Day for Night, it is directed by Stéphanie Di Giusto, and features Parisian models and muses Lou Doillon and Valentine Fillol Cordier. This short movie poetically explores the complexities of femininity by portraying its two heroines exploring, fighting, and taming nature. Fashionista met Vanessa Bruno at the end of the projection, and chatted to her about her views on fashion, femininity, and being French (and the three combined). Congratulations on the film! It's nice to see that, when a lot of brands are doing punk, you stay true to your original identity.
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LOS ANGELES--Last night's soiree at Vanessa Bruno's first US boutique in Los Angeles brought some serious Parisian flair to Melrose Ave. The white, minimalist space provided a fresh backdrop to the bright florals and neons of the spring 2011 collection, which Bruno described as channeling an " | 904 |
Harker's Island, North Carolina, where Executive Chef Paul Hancock grew up, is a community of fishermen, boat builders, waterfowl decoy carvers and where "Eat Local" is not a trending phrase. Chef Paul<|fim_middle|> traveling the world with elite guests and international celebrities. Back in the States, Chef Paul was instrumental in opening five-star fine dining and banquet experiences in Hollywood, Florida including the now four-star, four-diamond AAA Diplomat Resort and Spa and Giorgio's Mediterranean Village. Now in California, Chef Paul has been called on by a long list of celebrity clients. | now calls Indian Wells home and is delighted to share his farm-to-table values and focus on building new relationships in that small community.
Chef Paul took an interest in the kitchen at an early age and began his path of culinary discovery. That discovery is rich with fine dining experiences at exclusive supper clubs in North Carolina and some of the South's legendary restaurants. Ever eager for new challenges, Paul traveled to the French Alps to accomplish his chef's apprenticeship at L'Auberge de L'Eridian under the tutelage of Chef Marc Veyrat. Veyrat, at the time, was a 3-Star Michelin chef renowned for his foraging and use of wild herbs and ingredients. Paul quickly grasped the concept of great recipes and the meticulous steps that go into implementing them.
Chef Paul's craftmanship, resourcefulness and wanderlust turned out to be a perfect match for mega yachts and spent three and a half years executing elaborate dinner parties while | 192 |
Colbo is New York's best new concept store
By Shu B. Calhoun Last updated Jan 2, 2022
New York has a reputation as a shopping mecca, but usually not for the right reasons. No, forget about giant department stores and fast fashion outposts – the best browsing in town can only be had at must-see local stores.
at Tal Silberstein Colbo is one of those places. Tucked away in a cozy space on Orchard Street in the trendy Nolita neighborhood, Colbo is equally worthy of being a destination store and local hangout.
Silberstein has an avant-garde eye and a deep appreciation for common spaces, with roots in Tel Aviv and a resume that includes stints with LVMH award-winning designer Hed Mayner and the hip Brooklyn venue. Public documents.
Colbo allows Silberstein to personally unite these motives.
Part café, event space and retailer, Colbo offers quick sips, vinyl records, ceramics, incense, clothing and accessories.
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Quite often, especially in New York City, stores designed as accessible hangouts often find themselves with a whiff of exclusivity, a 'you can't sit with us' elitism fostered by set designers who flood the joint to the only looking for the next cool thing.
That won't be the case for Colbo, in part because Silberstein doesn't see consumption as Colbo's sole raison d'être.
Instead, Silberstein envisions Colbo as "a store that doesn't make you feel like you have to buy, but can also engage, sit, and enjoy the energy, people, and space. "he said in a statement.
This means there is no study, no babysitting, no intrusive person to come in and chat over a cup of filter coffee.
Whether or not you leave with a purchase doesn't matter – Silberstein seeks only to provide a comfortable, stress-free corner of New York City.
That being said, with Colbo's selection of stuff, it's hard to think of a better place to spend both your time and money.
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Happy Thursday! Today I'm sharing another father's day card. This time it's for my brother-in-law from my niece and<|fim_middle|> give to each other, so who makes cards for you??!
Great – I love the "Grill King" sentiment – you are just too good. It takes all I have to make cards for me to send but you are so generous in making cards for others! | nephew. Paul enjoys a good bbq so I thought this image was ideal for him! It's called Guy – BBQ and is from Bugaboo Stamps! As I'm writing this, the sun is shining so I hope there will be lots of opportunities for a good bbq this summer – then again, I am in the UK!
To make this card I also used a L'il Inker Sun Die, Lawn Fawn – Speech Bubble Border Die, Spellbinder's Oval Dies, Lawn Fawn – Grassy Border Die, Spectrum Noirs, red cardstock, green American Crafts cardstock, blue paper from stash and the striped paper is from My Mind's Eye – Boy Crazy.
Great Father's Day card! Love the fun grill master image!
Wonderful Father's Day card with the image and sentiments! Your brother-in-law will love it!
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Travel: 36 hours in Oxford
Famed for its academic excellence, the university is rightfully one of Oxford's major draws. But there's more to the English city than its famous 'dreaming spires'
by Paige McClanahan
Over the centuries, the oldest university in the English-speaking world has had quite an influence on its namesake city, as even visitors here can attest. Wandering through Oxford's ancient streets, over-hearing conversations in a marvelous spectrum of accents — about mathematics and music and the intricacies of Kurdish politics — it's easy to feel the university rubbing off on you.
But there's much more to Oxford than cloistered academia. With its idyllic natural setting, buzzing restaurant scene and dynamic industries in fields as diverse as publishing, healthcare and auto manufacturing (the Mini is made here), this more-than-1,000-year-old community on the River Thames is as lively, and lovely, as ever.
3pm: Curiosity cabinets
Shrunken heads. Spears. Blowpipes for poison darts. Sure, Oxford has plenty of somber art and artifacts to admire (for those,<|fim_middle|>, complete with roasted meat and potatoes, a hearty portion of vegetables, crispy-soft Yorkshire puddings and plenty of red wine gravy to top it all off. Ask for a table outside in the garden, where you'll find goats, chickens and pigs in among the parasols and potted plants. Lunch, about £20. You can hop on the bus back to town.
Jericho and Summertown are both friendly neighbourhoods within easy reach of the city centre. (Walk from Jericho, or take the bus from Summertown.) Airbnb apartment listings in both areas start from about £100 per night; cheaper options are available farther afield.
For the student experience, try University Rooms, which rents out empty rooms in Oxford colleges, ranging from £32 to over £100 per person per night. The service runs year-round, but as you might expect, you'll find more options when classes aren't in session.
For a splurge, try the Old Parsonage Hotel, which offers quiet luxury — a light-filled library,
a private garden, elegantly appointed rooms — a short walk from the centre of Oxford. A double room without breakfast in this hotel starts from £230 per night.
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Varun Godinho August 8, 2019 | the Ashmolean is an excellent choice), but don't skip the peculiar collections of Pitt Rivers, a Victorian-era museum beloved by locals for its vast array of curiosities culled from the farthest reaches of the British Empire, and beyond. Unlike most museums, Pitt Rivers organises its items not by age or origin, but according to each object's function (playing cards from across the continents and through the ages, for example), inviting you to draw your own conclusions. Free entry, but donations encouraged.
7pm: Subtle Spanish
It's easy to walk right past Arbequina, a tapas restaurant that still bears the signage of the "dispensing chemist" that used to occupy this location on Cowley Road. But this small and unobtrusive spot, the sister restaurant to a wildly popular Thai place a bit farther out of town, is well worth seeking out. Find a seat among the young professionals perched along the sleek metal bar and ask the staff for their recommendations from the short-but-sublime menu of small Spanish savoury dishes. For dessert, order a slice of the tender-sweet almond cake, the Santiago tart (£5). Dinner with a glass of wine, about £20.
The Hertford Bridge, aka the Bridge of Sighs
10am: Scholarly stroll
Climb the tower of the University Church of St Mary the Virgin (entry to the tower, £4) for the classic view of the city's "dreaming spires," then set off on a walking tour of the heart of Oxford academia. Admire the stately facade of the Radcliffe Camera; gaze up at the spectacular painted ceiling of the Sheldonian Theatre (entry, £3.50); snap a photo of the famously photogenic Hertford Bridge, better known as the Bridge of Sighs; then join a guided visit of the Bodleian, the university's principal library. The tour (£6 for half an hour) includes a stop in the 500-year-old Divinity School, a vaulted space with a remarkably intricate ceiling that Harry Potter fans might recognise as the Hogwarts infirmary. Finish with a visit to the recently renovated Weston Library, where rotating (and free) exhibitions highlight modern and ancient treasures from the university's immense collection.
Noon: Buy the book
It's hard not to be inspired by all of that intellectual wealth, so pick up some reading material of your own at Blackwell's Bookshop, which has been slaking Oxford's unending thirst for books since 1879. It's easy to spend an hour or more exploring the store's three levels, including the rare books section on the top floor.
1pm: Vaults and victuals
There can't be many places in the world where you can enjoy an organic, locally sourced lunch in a room that's nearly 700 years old, but Oxford is certainly one. The line at The Vaults and Garden might snake out the door in the summer, but it's worth the wait, both for the food — fresh salads, curries, stews and baked treats; the menu changes every day — and the setting: the arch-roofed Old Congregation House, which dates from the 1320s. Lunch for one, about £12.
Blackwell's Bookshop was established in 1879
2pm: Browser's market
Locals still frequent Oxford's Covered Market, open since 1774, to shop for produce, meat, baked goods and fresh flowers, but there's plenty of enjoyable window shopping to do as well. Peruse the fascinators at The Hat Box; admire the local artwork on display at The Covered Arts; or peer through the large windows of The Cake Shop to watch the bakers labouring over their elaborate confections (and, for £1.90, pick up a cupcake to go while you're there).
3.30pm: Garden variety
Founded in 1621 as a nursery for medicinal plants, Oxford's Botanic Garden is the oldest in Britain. Today, the fragrant, shady corners of the Walled Garden make a welcome spot for an afternoon snooze, while the Lower-Garden displays on sugar cane, vanilla and other "plants that changed the world" will surely deepen your knowledge of horticultural history. Wander through the glass houses to find carnivorous plants, ferns, cactuses and lilies from around the world. Entry, £5.45.
5pm: College try
The University of Oxford comprises about three dozen colleges, academic communities in which students study, and often live and eat. The colleges — which range in age from roughly 30 years to more than 700 years — are sometimes open to visitors, who can tiptoe around the leafy quads, solemn chapels and dining halls as the students and professors go about their day. Christ Church College is popular with tourists, but Magdalen College — with its quiet cloister, large deer park and flowery water meadow — is equally impressive (entry, £6). At 6pm, make your way to the chapel, where you can hear the celebrated Magdalen College Choir take part in the evening service. (Services are held daily, except Mondays, in term time.)
7pm: Pizza party
Taking its name from the Lewis Carroll classic, which was written in Oxford, The White Rabbit serves high-end pizzas and beer to a good-natured crowd of students, locals and visitors. Order at the bar, grab a table and pull down a board game from the stack in the corner if you have some time to kill. It can get a little rowdy in the evening, but it's all part of the fun. Dinner for one, about £15.
9pm: Music or a movie
Walk north to the Jericho Tavern, a laid-back neighbourhood pub that offers live music, tasty bar food and a good range of beers on tap. The rock band Radiohead — whose members met as high school students in Abingdon, just south of Oxford — played its first gig here in 1986, and the Jericho continues to feature up-and-coming groups as well as more established acts. For a mellower night out, go next door to The Phoenix Picture House, which offers an intelligent mix of mainstream movies and arthouse films (£11.60 per ticket).
Godstow Abbey founded in the 12th century
10am: Out to pasture
Stretch your legs with a walk across Port Meadow, a wide expanse of grassland and wetland that has served as a grazing area for local livestock for at least 1,000 years. Keep an eye out for wild rabbits, wildflowers and water birds. After a couple of miles, you'll come to the ruins of Godstow Abbey, a former nunnery founded in the 12th century. It was on a boat trip here to Godstow on a summer day in 1862 that Charles Dodgson — an Oxford mathematician better known by his pen name, Lewis Carroll — spun a wondrous tale for young Alice Liddell and her sisters, which he published a few years later.
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Date(s) - 18 Oct 2<|fim_middle|> J. Lilja received a Ph.D. and an M.S., both in Electrical Engineering, from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and a B.S. in Computer Engineering from Iowa State University in Ames. He is currently the Louis John Schnell Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, where he also serves as the ECE department head, a member of the graduate faculties in Computer Science and Scientific Computation, and a Fellow of the Minnesota Supercomputer Institute. Previously, he worked as a research assistant at the Center for Supercomputing Research and Development at the University of Illinois, and as a development engineer at Tandem Computers Incorporated in California. His main research interests include computer architecture, parallel processing, computer systems performance analysis, and high-performance storage systems. He is a Fellow of both the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) for contributions to the statistical analysis of computer performance. | 013
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Title: When Close is Good Enough: Exploiting Randomness for Highly Reliable Approximate Computing
Speaker: David J. Lilja, Professor and Head, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Minnesota
Abstract: The continued scaling of device technologies to smaller and smaller feature sizes introduces greater variability, defects, and noise into the circuits. As a result, it is becoming increasingly challenging to maintain the conventional deterministic Boolean computation model that rigidly transforms binary inputs into binary outputs, such as integers into integers or floating-point values into floating-point values. While this abstraction effectively hides variability and errors at the circuit level from the application program, it is expensive to detect and correct bit-level errors using system-level techniques, such as modular redundancy and error-correcting codes. Instead of forcing rigid, deterministic operations at each level of the abstraction hierarchy, our approach treats randomness as a valuable computational resource by conceptually transforming probability values into probability values. Our representation operates on stochastic unary bit streams using conventional logic gates to naturally tolerate substantial noise and circuit variability. While techniques for probabilistic analysis are well established, we propose new synthesis techniques to approximately compute complex operations directly in the stochastic domain. We demonstrate with several image processing applications how this conceptual shift produces circuits that are remarkably tolerant of errors while maintaining cost and performance comparable to – and in some cases even better than – conventional deterministic implementations.
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MARKET REPORT: Pub chains Mitchells & Butlers and Marston's suffer a chill as cold snap hits sales to the tune of around £15m
By Rachel Millard For The Daily Mail
Pub stocks tumbled as the Beast from the East hammered first-half results and added to a string of challenges.
Mitchells & Butlers and Marston's both slid after announcing that the cold snap in February and March hit sales to the tune of around £15million combined.
Mitchells, which owns All Bar One, lost around £12million in sales due to the weather and revealed an 8 per cent fall in profits to £69million.
Costs for staff, business rates and energy also took their toll on the firm. Its shares plunged 7.2 per cent, or 19.8p, to 255.4p.
Marston's said the weather cost it £3million as families stayed at home. However, that mostly fell on its destination and premium pubs (falling 1.8 per cent) and was offset by a 2.9 per cent sales rise at its taverns.
Pub gloom: Mitchells & Butlers and Marston's both slid after announcing the cold snap in February and March hit sales to the tune of around £15m combined
Underlying profits at the firm, which owns the Pitcher & Piano chain and recently snapped up Charles Wells, rose 8 per cent to £36.3million. But it swung to a £13.4million statutory loss after writedowns.
Chief executive Ralph Findlay, 57, said he was encouraged by figures this week showing wages outstripping inflation. Sales in gin have soared by more than 50 per cent and non-alcoholic drinks are also on the up.
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N+1 Singer recommend the stock, saying it stands out. Investors were unconvinced, however, amid concerns about the rough trading environment pushing up staff costs and the sugar tax. Marston's shares fell 12.23 per cent, or 13.7p, to 98.3p.
Rival Greene King was dragged down too, with shares falling 2.1 per cent, or 11.8p, to 546.6p.
The FTSE 100 ended the day 11.22 points up at 7734.20.
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Shares in Hurricane Energy have had a turbulent time but could be set to soar on the back of its Lancaster field in the North Sea.
Yesterday boss Robert Trice announced that progress remained on budget and on schedule to start production in 2019.
The company's discoveries have boosted optimism about the North Sea at a time of general decline.
The announcement failed to excite the market, however, with shares falling 0.9 per cent, or 0.4p, to 46.5p.
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Utility stocks also took a hit yesterday, after an ominous note on British Gas owner Centrica from Morgan Stanley.
The bank's analysts said they were 'incrementally more negative on UK residential supply' due to the looming price cap and tougher competition.
They said a recent meeting with the UK energy secretary Greg Clark and their breakdown of current tariffs led them to be 'more wary' of the impending cap.
It has been a gloomy week for Centrica – on Monday it said it lost 110,000 energy accounts in the first four months of the year.
The firm's £1.7million boss Iain Conn then faced the wrath of investors at its annual general meeting on that day over the share price, which has slumped around 50 per cent over the past four years.
The investors will not have been encouraged by reaction to Morgan Stanley's note. Shares dipped 5.1 per cent, or 7.5p, to 140.9p. Rival SSE fell 0.7 per cent, or 9.5p, to 1390p.
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The AIM-listed firm hopes to shake up the world's energy provision with its hydrogen fuel cells to heat homes and power cars.
Yesterday it inked a major partnership deal with Chinese car and equipment maker Weichai Power.
The companies plan to work together on fuel cells to help electric buses in China run for longer.
Weichai could also invest up to £40million in Ceres as part of the deal. Ceres boss Phil Caldwell deemed it a key milestone. Shares rose 7.81 per cent, or 1p, to 13.8p.
Platinum and chrome miner Tharisa also got a bump after it emerged as an early mover into Zimbabwe's mining renaissance following the ousting of dictator Robert Mugabe.
It has bought a 90 per cent stake in the | 188 |
Some of the finest Ford and Shelby American muscle ever built will be offered at Barrett-Jackson later this month in the highly-anticipated Mohegan Sun sale.
"With all of the excitement building around it, the inaugural Northeast Auction will be a spectacular first year at Mohegan Sun," said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. "The docket is full of incredible vehicles and that certainly includes these exceptional Ford-powered machines."
Leading the selection is a matching-numbers 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 finished in Wimbledon White with Black Clarion vinyl. With just two owners from new, the car has been restored to the highest MCA concours standards and still retains its original factory Build Sheet, manuals, brochures, warranty card and owner data plate.
Then there's an original, matching-numbers 1968 Shelby GT500 KR convertible finished in Highland Green. Rotisserie-restored to concours condition by marque specialists, the car boasts a Delux Marti Report along with an original dealer invoice.
"Original Ford Mustangs and Shelbys of the 1960s and early '70s are the epitome of desirable, classic American muscle<|fim_middle|> early GM history and to have one as documented as the one on our Northeast docket is an ultra-rare opportunity for our bidders."
Further highlights across the board include a 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible, a 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Fastback, and a 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 CJ Fastback.
The Barratt-Jackson Mohegan Sun sale takes place on June 23-25. | ," said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson.
"Our bidders seek them out and, in fact, a Boss 429 was our top seller at our last auction in Palm Beach. The ones featured in our inaugural Northeast docket will surely bring a lot of attention from the bidders in the arena."
The sale will also offer plenty of excitement for GM fans, with a bevy of Chevys ranging from vintage originals to custom creations.
They include an award-winning, fully-documented 1969 Chevrolet Corvette L88 Coupe, dressed in factory Cortez Silver with factory black leather interior and fresh from a frame-off restoration; a matching-numbers 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 RS Cross-Ram; and a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Custom Coupe, built as a full-on Pro-Touring creation.
"The selection of GM vehicles, especially the Corvettes, is always strong at a Barrett-Jackson auction," added Jackson. "The L88 is one of the most impactful models from | 217 |
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The five-year-old truly has a rigorous schedule with sculpting classes, ballet, horseback riding and more on the agenda. So, naturally, this means Channing and Jenna have an equally grueling schedule since they are often responsible for taking their daughter to these activities. However, their careers allow them the ability to schedule around these events.
In a statement to E! News, Jenna's rep states, "There are always going to be logistical hurdles with any divorce, but Jenna is fully committed to doing everything that is in Everly's best interest."
Channing and Jenna publicly announced their split in April 2018 and have continued to display their dedication and commitment to providing for their daughter.
"We have lovingly chosen to separate as a couple. We fell deeply in love so many years ago and have had a magical journey together. Absolutely nothing has changed about how much we love one another, but love is a beautiful adventure that is taking us on different paths for now," the couple said at the time of their split.
They continued, "There are no secrets nor salacious events at the root of our decision — just two best-friends realizing it's time to take some space and help each other live the most joyous, fulfilled lives as possible. We are still a family and will always be loving dedicated parents to Everly." | reveal that since their split last year, Tatum and Dewan have not followed a "consistent or formal" schedule and Channing hopes that having an official custody arrangement will help Everly "thrive even more."
According to the documents, Channing hopes to have a custody arrangement that is "equal, mutual and self-executing."
In regards to the holidays, Channing and Jenna will "equally divide and alternate" custody. The only holiday that the parents appear to plan to spend together is Halloween, during which they "shall try to work together to try to spend Halloween together, trick or treating with Everly from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m." In 2018, the estranged parents reunited to celebrate the festive occasion with Everly.
Despite the aforementioned inconsistency in visitation with Everly, Channing says, "Since our separation and on the occasions that we have been together, Everly appears very happy and comfortable when she is with [Jenna] and me."
He adds, "In my opinion and experience, Everly has appeared to adjust to our separation and living in two homes exceptionally well."
It helps that both Channing and Jenna have gone to great lengths to help their five-year-old daughter adjust to their split. "I decorated Everly's room very girly in a fairytale and fantasy theme (i.e. Alice and Wonderland), with pictures of Everly with both [Jenna] and me on trips," the Magic Mike star reveals. "The room had bunk beds, which Everly was ecstatic about."
Channing also shares that he and Everly often paint and swim together when they have the time. One of their favorite pastimes is playing the board game Candyland, which the star says Everly has an "uncanny ability to win... 8 | 375 |
Language Section
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Second Site 8.01 - 19 March 2020
The Language Section contains properties of interest to international users. The Language section may also be of interest to users who want to customize sentences for use with Second Site via TMG's language facility.
If you produce sites (or other output) in multiple languages, you should also read the International Sites page, and you may be interested in the language features in TMG Utility.
TMG users who want to learn more about using TMG's language facility should visit Terry Reigel's web site<|fim_middle|>, Second Site writes the text files using the default character encoding. The default varies according to the configuration of MS Windows, but it typically Windows-1252.
Write Byte Order Mark
When the HTML Character Set is utf-8, the Write Byte Order Mark (BOM) property is enabled. If checked, Second Site will add a Byte Order Mark to the beginning of files written with the utf-8 encoding. A Byte Order Mark may or may not be required by your web host. Some text editors for Windows require a BOM or they may not recognize the file format as utf-8. Notepad will detect a BOM. If no BOM is present, Notepad will attempt to determine the character set by looking at the file contents.
Unicode Resources
A detailed description of Unicode, utf-8, and BOM is beyond the scope of this document. For detailed technical information about Unicode, see the Unicode Home Page. The UTF-8, UTF-16, UTF-32 & BOM FAQ has a lot of useful information.
This page last changed on 28 May 2018. | . Terry is a well-known TMG user who was one of the contributors to Lee Hoffman's Getting the Most Out of The Master Genealogist. He has also published articles related to TMG in user group publications and on his web site. His section on TMG's Language Capability includes multiple articles about TMG's language features.
The Site Language pull-down menu controls which version of certain language-specific words and phrases are used during site creation. Second Site uses the value of Site Language in the Format definitions and when translating tag names using the <language>.ini files in the Defaults folder.
Note Always set Site Language to a "real" language even if you are using a custom Sentence Language.
If you change Site Language, and the language you select has an associated defaults file, Second Site will ask you if you want to load the text strings and other values from that defaults file.
So, for example, loading the default strings helps if you want to make a site in English and a site in German. Make the English site, then use File > Save As... to save the SDF file with a different name. In the copy, change Site Language to German, and Second Site will update the Strings section for you. This is not a complete solution; you will still have to translate many strings manually, such as the Site.Title, and all the content of Custom Pages.
Sentence Language
Second Site uses TMG's sentence rules when Body Tags.Detail Format property is set to Use Sentence. If you have defined sentences in a language other than English, choose the appropriate language in the Sentence Language pull-down menu.
The choices include all the languages defined in the standard versions of TMG v4+. If you have created a custom language definition, you may add it to the menu by modifying the list of languages via the 2ndsite.ini file, but it is more convenient to use one of the pre-defined language names used by Second Site: SS1, SS2, or SS3.
The Site Language and Sentence Language are usually the same, but they may be set to different values. A common example is when custom sentence languages are defined in the TMG dataset. In that case, Sentence Language might be set to "Alternate" or "SS1" and the Site Language to "English (U.S.)" or "Dutch", for example.
Dutch users have to be careful to choose the proper entry in the Sentence Language pull-down menu. If you are using TMG v5 or greater, choose Dutch. If you are using TMG v4, choose Nederlands. Dutch is the default when you create a new SDF file using the "Dutch - Standard" Defaults file.
Default to English (U.S.)
If Default to English (U.S.) is checked, Second Site will use the English (U.S.) version of the sentence if the tag type does not have a sentence defined in the language specified by the Sentence Language pull-down menu. This makes Second Site mimic TMG's behavior more closely. The default is unchecked.
Some TMG users have sentences stored in a mix of the English (U.S.) and English (UK) languages because they began using TMG before English (UK) was available. Default to English (U.S.) is primarily intended for those users.
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The standard entries in the Sort Sequence pull-down menu are:
In the ASCII sequence, accented characters such as ü sort after most other characters, including symbols. This follows a common definition of ASCII, though it actually includes characters that are outside the ANSI standard definition of ASCII.
ASCII - Anglicized
In the ASCII - Anglicized sequence, accented characters such as ü sort as if they were the character they most resemble in English. So, ü is mixed with u. For sorting purposes, there is no difference between the two characters.
ASCII - Extended
In the ASCII - Extended sequence, accented characters such as ü sort immediately after the character they most resemble in English. So, ü follows u.
The remaining items in the menu are locale-specific sort sequences. The rules follow the known collating rules as closely as possible for the given locale. In German, for example, the single character ü sorts as if it was the multi-character sequence ue. For sorting purposes, there is no difference between ü and ue. This has an impact on the name index. For example, the surnames Luess and Lüss sort the same. If "John Luess" and "William Lüss" are both in the dataset, the name index would be as follows:
Luess, Lüss
John (1858-1936)
William (1828-1901)
When German names are anglicized, the ü character is often replaced by ue, and thus Luess and Lüss are essentially the same.
The Sort Sequence pull-down menu includes all the sort sequences defined in the Sorts folder which is located in the program folder. If you are familiar with collating sequences, you may add or modify the scripts.
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When the HTML Character Set is utf-8, Second Site will write the HTML files in UTF-8 format. When set to other values | 1,146 |
Retirement … it's what we've all been working so hard for.
Except maybe not. The retirement prospects for Generation X are not rosy at this point.
According to a 2018 survey from TD Ameritrade, 43 percent of Gen Xers say they're behind on retirement saving and only one-third of 39- to 53-year-olds expressed confidence in being very secure financially once they retire.
It's not too late to get back on track for retirement, but it will take careful planning and discipline. It's smarter to think of it as building your financial base rather than dreaming of an idle retirement, though.
The real question to ask yourself is, do you actually want to retire? Yes, you may want to do something other than what you're doing now, but do you want to completely stop working?
The current crop of Baby Boomer seniors are already turning retirement on its head. They're in great shape, still feel young, and most importantly, many have no desire to stop working.
Plus, retirement isn't always all it's cracked up to be. It can lead to depression, isolation, and even an earlier death. Losing your sense of meaning and purpose can lessen your will to keep going.
There's more. According to Joseph Coughlin, author of The Longevity Economy, the entire concept of "retirement" was fabricated at the same time Social Security was introduced in 1935. The idea was to provide assistance to older people, yes — but also to force them out of the labor market.
There's nothing significantly "old" about the age 65. It was just a number chosen by economists back in the 1930s, when the job market focused much more on physical labor than our current knowledge and information economy.
Now people are living longer lives, and more importantly, gaining more active years, free of debilitating illness. Their biological age is much lower than their chronological age.
That means it's time to think differently about aging, and specifically the idea of retirement.
For Gen X, the prospect of even greater longevity and vitality is bright, as long as we take care of ourselves now. So, it stands to reason that many of us will see no reason to stop working at 65, 70, or higher — if we're still into what we're doing, which is key.
Given the lack of retirement savings for many, this is a welcome ray of light. More immediately, there are things other than retirement that we should be concerned about as our cohort approaches the fifth decade of life.
As we head into 2019, there is plenty of trepidation about the impact of artificial intelligence and automation on the employment market.
Human jobs will most certainly be lost in the coming years. If history holds true, however, many other jobs will be created from what's been dubbed the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
For a lot of us, algorithms likely won't take our jobs at all, but they will definitely change them. This has sweeping implications for the skill set you'll<|fim_middle|> of activities that make you money, while providing greater flexibility to bake-in health and personal growth initiatives.
Even if you manage to maintain a traditional "real job," all the current career advice says you're still going to to have to perform like an entrepreneur to do well. The problem is, with just one change of heart (or lack thereof), that single employer can smash all your proverbial eggs. Meanwhile, the personal enterprise approach simply looks for a replacement egg to add to the mix that maintains your income.
For me, the best part of being a serial entrepreneur is not past successes or the prospect of future triumphs. Instead, it's knowing that one way or another, I can always find a way to support myself and my family. Spotting ways to make money just becomes part of your DNA.
If push comes to shove I might have to do work that's not my ideal, but the self-determination aspect alone makes it preferable to the same set of tasks dressed up as a "real job." As long as I have choices, though, I'll always be looking for meaningful ventures that burden me with glorious purpose — while blessing me with money.
That, my friends, is the key to a long life worth living. And one you can continue to afford.
Enjoyed your piece, Brian. I always do, and I'm not even in your demographic. I'm 66 years old, unemployable, working steady, enjoying it, and have NO plans to retire. At different times during my working life, I've been subjected to the whims of a boss, took on bad assignments, failed at jobs, and executed tons of work that wasn't my ideal, but I've always managed to support my family (been married 43-years;). I'm currently working on new ideas, and can't imagine it any other way. Thank you for your good work!
Love to hear that Lloyd, keep going!
Brian, I am J.D. Ebberly. I am part of your World-class Digital Commerce Academy, I am 55 yrs old, not gen X but I absolutely LOVE Further.net! I have all my friends readin it too!
55 is pretty close JD, we may have to draft you into GenX. Thanks for reading! | need to succeed, whether in traditional employment, as a freelancer, or the founder of a product-based business.
So don't fear the computers; let them help you perform better. If you have a corporate job, though, you definitely need to watch your back — from the humans higher up in the organization.
One of the more important keys to a successful retirement is being able to earn at least what you're making now right up until you're ready to retire. Age discrimination, not an algorithm, is more likely to disrupt your career and earning capacity before then.
In a sobering piece from ProPublica, data reveals that once you're over 50, odds are the decision to leave your job won't be yours. Although age discrimination is illegal, companies use layoffs and coerced "early retirement" to shed themselves of older employees.
When recently retired survey respondents are asked whether their retirements were "something you wanted to do or something you felt forced into," the response of being forced out has risen steadily. It's gone from 33 percent in 1998 to 55 percent in 2014, which was the last year comparable figures are available.
The joke is that the best time to start thinking about your retirement is before your boss starts thinking about your retirement. But perhaps the smarter move is to avoid having a boss at all.
To me, the idea of being subjected to the whims of a boss or a corporate committee is much worse than the prospect of working past 65. Putting your faith in a single employer hasn't been a smart move for our entire working lives, so why would it be a good idea when we're older?
Why would you ever put your economic viability in the hands of a single source? Worse, that source is likely an organization that functions only to maximize profit, and will spit you out as soon as it thinks the bottom line will benefit from your absence.
Think about it in terms of basic investment strategy. Putting all your cash into a single asset is dangerous. You should instead diversify your portfolio to spread the risk around.
Or consider any corporation that you would consider working for. A business that depends entirely on one product or client is vulnerable to bankruptcy as market conditions change. That company would work hard to develop alternative revenue streams not only to protect itself, but to also (ironically) make it more attractive to employees like you.
Diversification is the way to think about your own livelihood. And it will likely be the way you have to approach it in the near future whether you want to or not.
Don't let that shake you — this can be a very good thing as long as you maintain the proper perspective.
Approaching your economic needs as a personal enterprise is that perspective. The term was coined in the book Unscaled by Hemant Taneja, and he means that the key to navigating the coming economy is to live an entrepreneurial life.
His use of "entrepreneurial" is a bit different than you may be thinking. Taneja is a venture capitalist who sees the full-time job disappearing, replaced by just-in-time contractual talent that operates via enhanced technology.
Find the things you really want to do — the things you're really good at — and market them to all comers.
Will this be a challenging shift for more job-oriented people? Yes. But it also presents an opportunity to craft a more meaningful set | 690 |
Grocery stores, banks and other outlets have now implemented a self-service option for their customers. It's no wonder that physicians are doing the same. More and more physicians are offering patient Web portals, which saves time for the staff and also for patients. It can reduce the administrative errors as well.
These Websites make it possible for patients to communicate with<|fim_middle|>Some physicians believe that this is a good investment for their practice. Anything that helps to cut back on things that are so time-consuming is worth it. Another advantage is the accuracy of it all. Cutting back on mistakes always saves time and money.
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Is Your Medical Biller Using Modifier 25? | a nurse, the physician, request a refill of medication, access medical records, they can make an appointment, register their insurance information and get lab results online 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Physicians have found that Web portals has shown to save time and that the office has become more efficient. Physicians have also found that it can change the way they practice medicine because it's allowing them to help patients in ways they never expected that they could.
These portals are secure and HIPAA compliant online applications that allow patients to communicate with their physician. Some portal applications are a stand-alone Website and others are able to connect to their existing Website.
The patient portal allows patients to directly perform functions that will ultimately save the office time and can be more accurate in these functions.
Most offices provide a clip board with multiple sheets that the patient must fill out for their registration, this would eliminate that step. A new patient could access the Website and fill out their registration before they are even seen at the office and at their own convenience. This cuts back on the mistakes made which in turn cuts back on the number of denied claims.
The portals also help the physician to receive payment faster from the insurance carrier. When a new patient registers on the portal, it's easier and more efficient to check the person's insurance eligibility. If there is a discrepancy, it can be caught before the patient even comes in office for their appointment.
Implementing this plan can save time for the office staff, the physician, the patient and the front office receptionist. Cutting back on the "paperwork" aspect of the patients visit makes more time for the physician to spend with the patient, the physician is able to see more patients in a day and the office staff has more time to prepare for the day and not have to spend so much time on each patient as the patient is sitting in the waiting room.
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Try yourself:A train travels at a certain speed for 30 minutes. After that due to a malfunction, it travels at two-thirds of the original speed and reaches its destination 1 hr 30 mins late. Had the malfunction happened after travelling another 60 km, it would have been only 1 hour late. Find the initial speed of the train.
60 kmph
100 kmph
The difference between times in two cases = 30 minutes
This difference is only due to the reason that train travelled 60 km distance at 2/3 of its original speed.
Let train initially took t minutes to cover 60 km at its original speed.
According to given condition,
(3t/2) - t = 30
t = 60 minutes
i.e the train initially covered 60 kms in 60 minutes
i.e the initial speed of train is 60 kmph.
Try yourself:A car travels along a straight line and covers one-third of the total distance at a speed of 4 m/s. Out of the total time taken to cover the remaining distance, it travels at a speed of 2m/s for half the time and at a speed of 6 m/s for the remaining half of time. What is the average speed of the car?
Let the total distance be 12d m.
So, the car covers a distance of 4d m at a speed of 4 m/s.
Time taken to cover this distance = (4d/4) s = d s
Let the car take a time of 2t s to cover the remaining 8d m.
So, it travels at a speed of 2 m/s for t seconds and at a speed of 6 m/s for the other t seconds.
Thus, we have 2t + 6t = 8d or t = d.
Now, average speed = total distance/total time = 12d/(d + 2t) = 12d/(d + 2d) = 12d/3d = 4 m/s
Hence, answer option 1 is correct.
Try yourself:Singapore is 3 hours ahead of Chennai and New Jersey is 11 hours behind India. A flight from Chennai took off at 6 a.m. and reached Singapore at 12 noon and a flight with the same speed takes off from Chennai at 9 a.m. If the distance between Chennai and New Jersey is exactly 4 times the distance between Chennai and Singapore, at what time does the flight, which takes off from Chennai at 9 a.m, reach New Jersey at its local time? (Consider that all the given timings are local timings.)
10 p.m.
The time taken by the flight to fly from Chennai to Singapore is 3 hours.
(Actually, it is 12 - 6 = 6 hours according to the local time, but Singapore is 3 hours ahead of Chennai.)
So, to fly from Chennai to New Jersey, it takes 3 4 = 12 hours (because it is 4 times more distant).
So, the flight which takes off at 9 a.m. in Chennai will reach New Jersey at 9 p.m. according to Chennai time. But then, the local time will be 10 a.m. because it is 11 hours behind.
Try yourself:Saurav and Sachin are running on a 500 m circular track. Their speeds are 8 km/hr and 5 km/hr, respectively. After what time will they meet for the first time at the starting point if they start simultaneously in the same direction?
Let us first calculate the time Saurav and Sachin take to cover one full circle.
Time taken by Saurav = = = 225 seconds
Time taken by Sachin = = 360 seconds
Hence, after every 225 seconds, Saurav would be at the starting point and after every 360 seconds, Sachin would be at the starting point. The time when they will be together again at the starting point simultaneously for the first time would be the smallest multiple of both 225 and 360, which is the LCM of 225 and 360.
Hence, they would both be together at the starting point for the first time after (LCM of 225, 360) = 1800 seconds = 0.5 hour.
Thus, every half an hour, they would meet at the starting point.
Try yourself:Two men are walking towards each other alongside a railway line. They both start at opposite ends of a part of the railway track. One man is walking faster than the other. They pass each other 720 yards from the nearer of the two ends. When each man reaches the other end of the track, they stop for a cigarette. Both men take exactly the same amount of time to smoke a cigarette. Then, they turn around and head back to the original starting position. This time they meet 400 yards from the other end of the track. What is the length of the track?
1760 yards
When the men first meet, they are 720 yards from one end of the track. The combined distance they have travelled must equal the length of the track.
When each man reaches the other end, the combined distance must be twice the length of the track.
On meeting on the return, they must have travelled a total of three times the length of the track.
Since one man has gone 720 yards on the first meeting and when they meet again, he has gone three times as far, he must have travelled 2160 yards.
Since he is 400 yards from where he started, the length of the track must be 2160 - 400 yards = 1760 yards.
Try yourself:Slow-Run Express runs between Bangalore and Mumbai. For the up as well as the down journey<|fim_middle|> train = 54 × 5/18 = 15 m/s
Let the length of the trains be x and y m, respectively.
Total distance to be covered = Sum of the lengths of the two trains = x + y
When they move in opposite directions:
Relative speed = Sum of their speeds = 20 + 15 = 35 m/s
Time taken = 24 seconds
Distance = x + y
Distance = Relative Speed × Time
⇒ x + y = 35 × 24 = 840 m
When they move in the same direction:
Here, the faster train passes Mr. Ravi only, so distance is equal to the length of the faster train.
Distance = Length of the faster train
⇒ x = 5 × 18 = 90 m
We have, x + y = 840 and x = 90 m
⇒ y = 750 m
So, the length of the slower train is 750 m.
Try yourself:Ram and Shyam run around a circular track of length 600 metres. They start simultaneously from the same point and in the same direction. Ram, who runs faster, crosses Shyam in the middle of the 5th round. If Ram and Shyam were to run a 3 km race, how much start in terms of distance should Ram give Shyam so that they finish the race in the same time?
Data inadequate
Ram and Shyam run around a circular track.
Ram crosses Shyam in the middle of the 5th lap, i.e. when Ram has run four and a half laps, he has covered a distance which is 1 lap greater than that covered by Shyam.
Therefore, when Ram runs 9/2 laps, Shyam runs 7/2 laps.
This is the same as saying when Ram runs 9 laps, Shyam runs 7 laps, i.e. in a race that is 9 laps long, Ram can give Shyam a start of 2 laps.
So, if the race is of 3000 metres long track, then Ram can give Shyam a start of (2/9) × 3000 = 666.67 metres.
Try yourself:In an event, A rows his boat upstream in a river flowing with a steady speed of 6 km/hr and then returns to the same point without rowing (i.e. only with the speed of river). If the total distance covered by A is 42 km and the time taken in rowing the boat upstream is 4 hours more than his return journey, find the speed of A in still water.
9.8 km/hr
10 km/hr
Total distance covered = 42 km
River speed = 6 km/hr
Distance covered in both directions = 21 km
According to the question,
Suppose the speed of boat in still water be x km/hr.
Then, Time taken in rowing upstream = Time taken in returning to the same point + 4 hr
Therefore, the speed of the boat in still water is 8.8 km/hr.
Hence, this is the required solution.
Try yourself:A boat takes 6 hours to travel from A to B (upstream). The river flows at the rate of 2 kmph. How long will the boat take to travel from B to A (downstream), if the distance from A to B is 36 km?
Upstream:
Let t be the time taken by the boat to travel from A to B = 6 hours
Let V1 be the speed of the boat travelling upstream = x
Let V2 be the speed of the stream = 2 kmph
Distance = 36 km
V1 - V2 = 36/6 = 6 kmph
V1 = 8 kmph
Downstream:
Net speed = V1 + V2 = 10 kmph
Time = 36/10 = 3.6 hours
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EduRev News | , the train leaves the starting station at 10:00 p.m. everyday and reaches the destination at 11:30 p.m. after three days.
If Mr. Hanni travelled by Slow-Run Express, how many Slow-Run Express trains did Mr. Hanni cross during his journey?
Let us assume that Mr. Hanni sits in the train on Monday. So, he is scheduled to reach on Thursday at 11:30 p.m.
When the train starts from Mumbai, the first Slow-Run Express which he crosses is the one which is scheduled to reach Mumbai at 11:30 p.m, that is the same day (Monday). This train started 3 days ago, i.e. on Friday.
Now, on his way, he will cross the trains which started on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, and the trains which started from Bangalore when Mr. Hanni was himself in the train, i.e. the trains started from Bangalore on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Thus, Mr. Hanni must have crossed 7 Slow-Run Express trains during his journey.
Try yourself:Train A and Train B are running on parallel tracks with the speeds of 72 kmph and 54 kmph, respectively. If they move in the same direction, Mr. Ravi, who sits in the slower train, observes that the faster train passes him in 18 seconds. If they move in opposite directions, both the trains pass each other in 24 seconds. Find the length of the slower train.
Time is given in seconds, so speeds should be metre per second.
Speed of the faster train = 72 × 5/18 = 20 m/s
Speed of the slower | 360 |
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Geschichte
Im Zuge der Gemeindegebietsreform wurde Bischhausen am 1. Januar 1973 ein Ortsteil der neu gebildeten Gemeinde Gleichen.
Politik
Ortsrat
Der Ortsrat setzt sich aus fünf Ratsfrauen und Ratsherren zusammen.
Wählergemeinschaft Bischhausen: 5 Sitze
(Stand: Kommunalwahl am 12. September 2021)
Ortsbürgermeister
Ortsbürgermeister von Bischhausen ist Michael Dusch.
Sehenswürdigkeiten
Siehe: Liste der Baudenkmale in Bischhausen
Die ev.-luth. Kirche St. Martini wurde in den Jahren 1740–42 durch den Baumeister Jost Philipp Leichtweiß erbaut.
Einzelnachweise
Literatur
BISCHHAUSEN Gem. Gleichen, Kr. Göttingen. Ev. St. Martinikirche. In: Georg Dehio: Handbuch der Deutschen Kunstdenkmäler. Bremen Niedersachsen. Deutscher Kunstverlag, München / Berlin 1992, ISBN 3-422-03022-0, Seite 225
Weblinks
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Ort im Landkreis Göttingen
Geographie (Gleichen)
Ehemalige Gemeinde (Landkreis Göttingen)
Gemeindeauflösung 1973 | tingen in Südniedersachsen mit 332 Einwohnern (Stand: 1. Januar 2020).
Geographische Lage
Bischhausen liegt ungefähr 13 Kilometer südöstlich von Göttingen unmittelbar an der ehemaligen Innerdeutschen Grenze und heutigen niedersächsisch-thüringischen Landesgrenze. Die Ortslage befindet sich auf dem Buntsandsteinplateau des Eichsfelder Hügellandes. In der Ortslage entspringt der Bischhäuser Bach, ein Nebenarm der Garte.
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H<|fim_middle|> | ansun, Seng,et al. "Revisiting the Holt-Winters' Additive Method for Better Forecasting." IJEIS vol.15, no.2 2019: pp.43-57. http://doi.org/10.4018/IJEIS.2019040103
Hansun, S., Charles, V., Indrati, C. R., & Subanar,. (2019). Revisiting the Holt-Winters' Additive Method for Better Forecasting. International Journal of Enterprise Information Systems (IJEIS), 15(2), 43-57. http://doi.org/10.4018/IJEIS.2019040103
Hansun, Seng and Vincent Charles, Christiana Rini Indrati, and Subanar. "Revisiting the Holt-Winters' Additive Method for Better Forecasting," International Journal of Enterprise Information Systems (IJEIS) 15, no.2: 43-57. http://doi.org/10.4018/IJEIS.2019040103
Revisiting the Holt-Winters' Additive Method for Better Forecasting
Seng Hansun (Universitas Multimedia Nusantara, Tangerang, Indonesia), Vincent Charles (University of Buckingham, Buckingham, UK), Christiana Rini Indrati (Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia) and Subanar (Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia)
Source Title: International Journal of Enterprise Information Systems (IJEIS) 15(2)
DOI: 10.4018/IJEIS.2019040103
Time series are one of the most common data types encountered by data scientists and, in the context of today's exponentially increasing data, learning how to best model them to derive meaningful insights is an important skill in the Big Data and Data Science toolbox. As a result, many researchers have dedicated their efforts to developing time series analysis methods to predict future values based on previously observed values. One of the well-known methods is the Holt-Winters' seasonal method, which is commonly used to capture the seasonality effect in time series data. In this study, the authors aim to build upon the Holt-Winters' additive method by introducing new formulas for finding the initial values. Obtaining more accurate estimations of the initial values could result in a better forecasting result. The authors use the basic principle found in the weighted moving average method to assign more weight to the most recent data and combine it with the original initial conditions found in the Holt-Winters' additive method. Based on the experiment performed, the authors conclude that the new formulas for finding the initial values in the Holt-Winters' additive method could give a better forecasting when compared to the traditional Holt-Winters' additive method and the weighted moving average method in terms of the accuracy level.
Forecasting can be defined as the prediction of future events based on foreknowledge acquired through a systematic process or intuition (Soyiri & Reidpath, 2013). Yi, Ke, and Junde (2014) described forecasting as an art and science to predict future events through historical data and mathematical models. It uses only past information for the variable being forecasted, under the assumption that the observed trend and seasonality will persist (Dong, Sigrin, & Brinkman, 2017). The correct understanding and implementation of forecasting methods could be useful in many fields. Many private and public organizations use forecasting to inform a number of decisions (Fye, Charbonneau, Hay, & Mullins, 2013). For example, a forecasting model that could accurately predict the direction of the stock market on the following day would be extremely valuable and profitable (Evans, 2003; Diebold & Yilmaz, 2012). Excellence in sales forecasting can amplify a firm's financial health and gratify customers and employees (Moon, Mentzer, Smith, & Garver, 1998). At a larger scale, better forecasting techniques for electricity price forecasts have become a vital input to energy companies' decision-making mechanisms and effective risk management (Weron, 2014; Christensen, Hurn, & Lindsay, 2012). Time series are one of the most common data types encountered by data scientists and, in the context of today's exponentially increasing data, learning how to best model them to derive meaningful insights is an important skill in the Big Data and Data Science toolbox. A discussion on Data Science and Big Data is beyond the purposes of the present paper, but for some general information on the concepts and recent developments or topics of interest, the interested reader can refer to the works of Charles and Emrouznejad (2018), Charles and Gherman (2013, 2018), Charles, Tavana, and Gherman (2015), and Emrouznejad and Charles (2018), among others.
To get a better forecasting result, different time series analysis methods have been developed in time. Some researchers used conventional methods, such as the moving average and exponential smoothing models, which can be found in the works of Grebenkov and Serror (2014), Klinker (2011), Papailias and Thomakos (2012), and Goodwin (2010), while some others used soft computing methods, such as fuzzy logic, neural networks, and genetic algorithms (see, e.g., Stevenson & Porter, 2009; Hansun, 2012; Faraway & Chatfield, 1998; Oancea & Ciucu, 2013; and Chai, Chuek, Mital, & Tan, 1997). Some researchers even tried to combine two or more methods to create new hybrid forecasting methods, as the ones that can be found in the works of Garcia, Figueroa, Lourdes, Vasquez, Vega, and Hernandez (2014), Thakur, Kumar, and Tiwari (2015), Nasseri, Asghari, and Abedini (2008), Draidi and Labed (2015), Popoola, Ahmad, and Ahmad (2004), Hassan, Jaafar, Samir, and Jilani (2012), and Ferdinandoa, Pasila, and Kuswanto (2010). | 1,416 |
Ice island the size of Manhattan floating towards Canada
By Daily Mail Reporter
A Manhattan-sized chunk of ice is drifting towards the coast of Canada - providing a stunning sight for tourists, but posing a potentially serious threat to shipping.
The 20-square-mile chunk of ice broke off a glacier in Greenland nearly a year ago and is headed towards the Newfoundland coast.
It was formed when a 97-square-mile chunk of ice broke off the Petermann Glacier on August 5, 2010, possibly due to warming of the Atlantic Ocean.
Not ice to see you: The 20sq-mile chunk of ice is posing a threat to shipping as it drifts towards Canada
The ice island - at roughly 6.2 miles long and 3.1 miles wide the largest single chunk remaining from the massive parent chunk - has been winding its way through Arctic waters ever since.
In the past few days, it has been moving south at a rate of 5 to 6 miles per hour.
The Canadian Ice Service, a department of Environment Canada, has been tracking the movement of the ice island.
On Thursday, it was about 11.5 miles off the Labrador coast, drifting toward Newfoundland<|fim_middle|>ed' — meaning it would touch the bottom of the ocean — before reaching the coast, Mr Hache said.
He warned it could interfere with shipping lanes and possibly threaten some offshore oil rigs.
But, Hache noted, 'a ship going through this water is already watching for icebergs. This one is quite easy to see, so unless you're blind you shouldn't run into this thing.'
The Ice Service has been tracking the ice island, dubbed PII-A, via satellite and radio beacon.
Titanic: A fisherman photographs the huge floating ice sheet, which has been has been moving south at a rate of 5 to 6 miles per hour
Locator map showing the area where the iceberg is floating
A Labrador crab fisherman, Eldred Burden, shot breathtaking video of the ice chunk late last month from his trawler off the coast of Black Tickle, Labrador.
Pieces have been breaking off, reducing its size since then.
The 52-year-old fisherman, from Port Hope Simpson, told the Toronto star: 'I've seen icebergs before but this was unreal. It looked like something that shouldn't be there,"
He described the ice chunk as a dazzling white, with valleys, brooks, ponds and even seals on it.
Mr Burden told the Star he poured himself a cup of coffee and just stared.
'I'd never seen anything like this. The boat felt very small.'
Mr Hache said there should be no fear of an impending apocalypse.
'Except for navigation I don't think there will be any threat; it won't ever go too close to shore,' he said. | , said Lionel Hache, senior ice forecaster with Ottawa-based agency.
Mr Hache said it was hard to project what course the ice island would take because it was following the water current.
Tip of... the iceberg was formed when a 97-square-mile chunk of ice broke off the Petermann Glacier on August 5, 2010
He said: 'The general direction is south but not in a straight line.
'You have different branches of the current. One of the branches could bring it toward shore, other branches could move it further offshore.'
It's unlikely the ice island will get too close to shore because it would probably be 'ground | 135 |
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In this thread at the KLOV forums, it is suggested that the PCB pictured above may be from a Japanese bubble-hockey game.
It has also been noted that the cabinet pictured above and the general gameplay mechanics could suggest that Vampire existed as a conversion kit for Congo Bongo (which in turn used similar hardware to Zaxxon).
Former Twin Galaxies Chief Referee Robert Mruczek has reported that he played the game at an arcade at Broadway and 51st Street in Manhattan back in the 80's.
"Vampire" is a title I have only seen in one single arcade...Broadway and 51st Street in NYC years ago. Walter knows the place which is long since gone. And this was when they were a split-level arcade, before the pinball crowd took it over, and while the pool hall was still downstairs.
In this game, there was an overhead perspective not quite 2 1/2 D like the "Sims", but close to it. Your vampire started at the top of the hill in stage 1, and gets out of his coffin. The goal was to bring him down the hill, but "clerics" chucking holy water at you were the main obstacle, and no matter what we tried, we just couldn't get past even the first stage...didn't even reach the end !!
So, can't say more than that...never lasted long enough at it, but not for lack of trying. It must be "do-able", and now that we're all wiser gamers I'm sure someone today can figure it out...if it ever is discovered, that is.
Honestly, this is the ONLY game...ever...that I could never clear so much as the 1st stage at.
You're a vampire trying to avoid in stage 1, in a Q*Bert-like perspective but on an ever-downward cascading layout, holy water-throwing priests and such. I doubt I ever lasted more than 20 seconds on a single life on this game and to this day have always wanted to figure out the one challenge that eluded me from my gaming heydays.
I was able to get more than 5M each on Defender, MC, Robo, SW (as we know) and more, and yet this one stupid title I couldn't figure out the very 1st stage. And by the looks of it I'll never know. | some faster travel. Either way, our hero must avoid wooden stakes and can kill the holy men for 600 points apiece. Meanwhile blondes are worth 300 points, while redheads are worth only 200. (One supposes that not only do blondes have more fun, but they're also harder to catch).
There are four different screens with the first being the European village. The second one takes place in a graveyard with some very confusing stairways, while the third features the vampire's castle, which resembles a church (especially since his prey is a bride dressed in white). And the final screen is a bonus round where you have to use the joystick to plant the kiss of death on the neck of a woman for 2,000 points.
The control consists of a joystick and a shadow button which, when pushed, gives the fiendish bloodsucker the ability to disappear from sight, and leave an apparition behind to confuse approaching enemies. The graphics in Vampire aren't bad. The village and graveyard screens offer an intricate three-dimensionalized maze but, unfortunately, the effect make maneuverability difficult. The people in the game resemble zombies. They amble aimlessly about and bump into everything in sight. It's no wonder so many video game characters are usually robots. However, the main character does wear a very villainous look on his face, as though he really enjoys his work, and when he grabs a woman, there's a nice visual effect of his cloak being put around his prey before he starts necking. Altogether it's an ambitious and not unsuccessful attempt to create a video game that uses a horror theme.
The major disappointments are with the soundtrack and game play. This is an effort that cries out for mood music, but all you get are a few mediocre sound effects. In addition the pace is very slow, difficult, and frustrating, although E.E.L. promised that they were going to speed it up. Moving the vampire around is still bound to be a very difficult task, however, since there are some joystick problems.
Vampire is a good novelty game. It tackles a difficult theme and handles it very well. Not many coin-op companies have attempted to design a game with a horror theme. After all, this isn't for everyone's taste (pardon the pun) but in an era during which big-time manufacturers are bending over to please the parents' groups and pressure groups that want to put them out of business, it's so nice to see a game that stands for everything that's rotten and evil in this world.
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If you're an android app developer like me or somebody who desires to become one, you will undoubtedly have noticed that there are actually many thousands of apps on the Google Play store. Some apps are flooded with downloads and nice reviews, whereas others suffer from lack of attention, and few downloads. The main question then becomes what can I do to avoid that awful drought? Today, we will be covering a few great tips that you can follow to help you in your endeavors. Let's start.
Google has taken the freedom of creating a full set of guidelines that each intelligent app developer ought to follow closely. Though some developers decide not to follow the rules (Facebook watching you), it's very essential that you do so. By following the guidelines, users will not solely intuitively understand however your app works, they'll also get pleasure from exploitation it that way more. One example of an UI component within the guidelines is the navigational drawer. The navigational drawer is exhibited in several apps and has become very common in well designed android apps. The guidelines were designed to keep apps consistent with one another and make android feel and behave together.
Occasionally, Google likes to release new updates to its current SDK, which provide developers with new ways in which of doing things. As an example, with<|fim_middle|> take their feedback seriously and apply it to their app(s). to get user input, concentrate to reviews or produce a Google plus community like this one for your app. If users are happy with the way you handle their feedback, they'll continue using your app, which could be a smart factor because without users, your app wouldn't exist.
It kills me to even say this, however its wonderful how many android developers don't even use android devices the maximum amount as normal users. Not only should you use your android device as much as possible, but you must conjointly take part in the android community at massive. There are several spirited and active android communities on sites like Google+, therefore make sure to check them out. There's dozens of thriving communities where you'll connect with like minded people, so get involved, learn, and connect with like minded people to hone your craft, get impressed, and improve your skills as an aspiring android developer!!!
One issue that sets android apart from other mobile platforms is the freedom of selection that comes with it. Unlike iOS, android runs on a variety of devices that have different screen sizes. As a developer, it's nearly not possible to check your app on every android device currently out there. In order to maintain consistency throughout the many devices, one factor you'll do is use density-independent pixels instead of pixels in your layouts. Android will then automatically calculate the right quantity of pixels for the user's specific phone, thus leading to more consistency throughout different devices.
Users fully despise slow performing applications, especially ones that take up a lot of unnecessary space. The size and speed of your application can be a deal breaker for most users so make sure that you avoid this by optimizing your application. One thing you have to try to do to extend your apps' speed is to refrain from using unnecessary memory space. One common mistake that many beginners make is using unnecessary objects or variables. | the release of android 4.4 Kit Kat, came new design techniques developers could implement in their apps. Some of these new design concepts and trends include the new translucent status and navigational bars. By keeping your app constantly updated, you may be among the primary to implement these new options and you'll potentially set the quality. Users not only appreciate this, they're coming back to expect it – and if you hope to remain competitive in the world of apps, then you may always be on high of the new standards set forth by Google.
One of the most effective belongings you will do to enhance your app is to pay attention to user input. Users like it once developers | 135 |
BURLINGTON, Mass., – September 16, 2014 – Nuance Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUAN) today announced that ING Netherlands has turned to Nuance's voice and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to power Inge, the new voice feature of ING Netherlands' mobile banking app. ING Netherlands is leveraging Nuance's Nina, the intelligent virtual assistant for customer service, to offer an innovative, simple and hands-free alternative for their customers to do mobile banking. With the addition of Inge to the ING mobile app, ING customers will be able to simply speak via a human-like conversational interface to control the mobile banking app. ING Netherlands is the first bank to offer such a voice-controlled mobile app in Europe, with the new release being made available in mid-September.
Inge uses the capabilities in Nuance Nina, a platform that enables intelligent natural language understanding (NLU) and text-to-speech interfaces for mobile apps. ING Netherlands customers can engage in a natural conversation in order to more easily and efficiently conduct their mobile banking transactions, as opposed to tapping through multiple menus and screens on their mobile devices. The feature gives them the opportunity to check for example their balance or enter an account number by voice. Following the initial release, ING will update the app to also include Nuance voice biometrics to allow users to securely access the app through the unique sound of their voice. Nuance<|fim_middle|> life insurance (NN Group) and retirement services. We draw on our experience and expertise, our commitment to excellent service and our global scale to meet the needs of a broad customer base, comprising individuals, families, small businesses, large corporations, institutions and governments. Our strengths include our relatively high customer satisfaction levels, solid financial position, multi-channel distribution strategy and international network. For more information please visit www.ing.com. | secure voice biometrics technologies replace PINs, making the mobile banking experience a fully hands-free and transformative experience.
ING Netherlands joins a growing number of leading brands around the world that have turned to Nina to reinvent their customer experience through an intelligent virtual assistant, enabling more human conversations with customers – within mobile apps and web sites. Nina leverages Nuance's unparalleled technology leadership and expertise in virtual assistant and AI technologies to deliver a compelling, multi-channel, automated customer service experience for the consumer and the enterprise. Nina is available from Nuance in 43 spoken and 13 text languages. Nina can also be extended with Nuance's voice biometrics to provide a secure and convenient way for consumers to verify their identity by voice. For more information about Nina, and to see Nina in action, please go to www.nuance.com/go/nina.
For media: Nuance will be participating in the Opus Research Intelligent Assistants Conference today at The Palace Hotel in San Francisco. Nuance executives and customers will be speaking about the value of virtual assistants for the customer experience and what the future holds for this rapidly-evolving market. To speak with a Nuance executive about today's news, or to attend the conference, please contact Casey Bush at 949-608-0276 or Erica Hill at 781-888-5518.
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After a difficult year, Ithaca Festival looks to build on successes
Thomas Giery Pudney
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After a year marked with financial turmoil, Ithaca's flagship festival finds itself in strong financial standing as it looks toward future festivals.
Declining merchandise sales and rising costs left the festival in a financial hole. After the 2018 installment, the Ithaca Festival found itself more than $30,000 behind as the board began to prepare for the 2019 event.
After the Downtown Ithaca Alliance stepped in to offer some guidance to the board, things seem to have turned around. A GoFundMe page, as well as seeking larger sponsors, helped get the summer kickoff celebration back on the right path.
The festival was able to clear existing debt from the 2018 event and raise enough money to approach the 2019 installment.
As the dust settles, organizers are pleased with the result and ready to turn to next year.
'A smashing success'
Organizers estimate about 45,000 people attended this year's festival, which ran from Thursday, May 30 to Sunday, June 2 — on par with previous years — and the board expects the festival turned a profit.
"I think overall, it was a smashing success. There were very few hitches we had to deal with," said Ithaca Festival Director Josh Dolan. "We had everything really planned out, proper staff that knew what their jobs were, and when something came up, we were prepared. Overall, it went really smoothly."
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Dolan said money is still coming in from button and merchandise sales at local businesses, and expects between $10,000 and $20,000 more in revenue to roll in before all is said and done.
"I just want to say a big thank<|fim_middle|> edition. If you already did or plan to buy a button, the code on the back is still good to enter for a prize raffle until June 15.
Reach Thomas Giery Pudney at 607-274-9205 or on Twitter@tommypudney. Support our journalism and become a subscriber today.Click here for our special offers. | you to everyone that came out and supported the festival," Dolan said. "There is way too many staff and vendors to thank, but everyone played their part and contributed to the whole, and made this the best Ithaca Festival that we could have hoped for."
A few small tweaks
Dolan attributed this year's success, in part, to moving the parade that opens the event to Thursday evening. He said people being aware early in the event that things are going on helps drive foot traffic for the rest of the festival.
Aside from building on this year's success, there are no plans to make radical changes to the festival.
"In terms of what will change for next year, small tweaks: better signage and branding," Dolan said. "Finding a way to get people to our more out-of-the-way stages at Monks on the Commons and in Press Bay Alley."
The board, which is now fully staffed, is looking toward next year's festival, setting volunteer recruitment as the key priority. The volunteer portal where people signed up to work for the festival this year is still active, and organizers hope people will commit early and in numbers to help out next year.
"Having enough volunteers is going to be the big issue we are going to be focused on," Dolan said. "The volunteer link is still active, so if people want to get in early, they can sign up now for next year."
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OnePlus 6 Avengers: Infinity War Edition is real, and here's the official teaser
Onkar Soundankar
Published On: Apr 16, 2018 | Last Updated: Apr 16, 2018
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OnePlus is all set to launch the OnePlus 6 in the next few weeks. The BBK Electronics-owned smartphone brand has started sharing a few details regarding its upcoming flagship phone through social networking accounts. A few days ago, the company had shared a video hinting towards the existence of an Avengers: Infinity War themed OnePlus 6. However, the video was pulled down immediately for unknown reasons. Now, the firm has teased the Avengers: Infinity War Edition through its official Weibo account.
We translated the update from Chinese to English (using Google Translate). The company is asking its fans to pay close attention to its official Weibo account over the next few days. It also asked fans to mention the names of their favourite Marvel superheroes, their favourite OnePlus smartphone, and upload the images of them cosplaying as superheroes. The ones who upload the best cosplay images would stand a chance to win tickets to Avengers: Infinity War movie on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of Marvel's cinematic universe. This can be taken as a hint that OnePlus might announce a Special Edition variant of its upcoming phone.
OnePlus and Marvel Studios are also teaming up to organise huge events in China where both the companies might reveal exciting details about the upcoming special edition device. We can be almost sure that the OnePlus 6 Avengers Limited Edition is real, and that it will be revealed by the company soon.
OnePlus 6: Rumored Features, Specifications
The OnePlus 6 is expected to feature a 6-inch OLED screen with Full HD+ resolution, 19:9 aspect ratio, and display cutout for front-facing camera, earpiece and sensors. So, it will have the infamous iPhone X-style notch. However, since many other Android phone makers have started to embrace the notch, we don't see why OnePlus wouldn't use it. The company has already confirmed that the OnePlus 6 will use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, and thanks to a leaked poster, we know that it will be offered in two memory variants. The cheaper variant will have 6GB RAM and 64/128GB storage, while the costlier variant will have 8GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.1 storage. On the software front,<|fim_middle|>845 Phones Price List in India
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In terms of camera, it is expected that the OnePlus 6 will feature a 20MP+16MP camera setup, similar to that of the OnePlus 5T. Whether or not it will feature 4K 60fps video recording remains to be seen. The phone could also time is come with Dash Charge v2.0, which can charge the battery up to 60% in just 20 minutes so that it can last a full day. It is being rumoured the device could come packed with a 3450mAh battery. Apart from Black and White versions of the OnePlus 6, we might see the Avengers-themed edition of the phone in a newer colour and the all new Coral Blue colour variant of the phone. While the launch date of the phone isn't known as of now. However, one thing is sure that the OnePlus 6 is coming sooner than when the OnePlus 5 was launched last year.
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The exclusive and elitist tournament brought together lovers of polo, fashion, fun and bubbly from all over the city. The guests who comprised of the crème de la crème of Lagos city, brought the much expected glitz and glam, as they all came out dressed in bright colors, perfectly matching with the theme of this year's polo tournament "Audaciously Colorful".
Guests were treated to a gorgeous day filled with fun events and activities such as life-sized board games; delicious canapés by the renowned Chef Obehi; and an exciting match of polo hosted and played by international professional players.
An element of surprise that thrilled the attendees was the beautiful and well decorated Rosè Garden and VIP lounge which curated an array of 'Instagrammable moments'.
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Peter Safar: Surviving the Nazis and starting over
By Anita Srikameswaran, Post-Gazette Staff Writer
In professional memoirs published in 2000, Peter Safar recounts the struggles of a young man growing up during World War II in Vienna, where he was born on April 12, 1924.
He was more likely, he wrote, to become "cannon fodder" than a physician.
Safar's father, Karl, an ophthalmologist, was fired from his teaching post because he refused to salute Hitler and join the Nazi Party. His pediatrician mother, Vinca (nee Landauer), was fired because she had a Jewish grandmother.
After high school graduation, Peter was sent to a labor camp, where he dug ditches, crawled through mud and was stepped on by a drill sergeant wearing nail-studded boots.
In the fall of 1942, he was conscripted into the German Army, one more in what he called "a trapped generation" of young Austrians who could be killed either on the battlefield or for trying to escape it. Safar told a sympathetic captain, who offered officer training as an alternative to the front lines, that he would never lead fighters for a regime he despised.
On a brief furlough in Vienna before he was to begin duty as a foot soldier, Safar went to the opera in his Army uniform and a woolen shirt. The clothes and the oppressive heat made his skin explode in eczema. He was admitted into a hospital and saved from Stalingrad.
In the spring, Safar's skin cleared, and an S.S. inspection loomed. Terrified, he smeared his body with an ointment used to test for exposure to tuberculosis. Having been mildly infected with TB as a child, he expected a bizarre skin reaction.
That act could have set off a deadly infection. Or, if caught, he could have been executed for desertion. Luckily for Safar, his doctors "were puzzled [by the rash] but sufficiently impressed" to maintain his patient status.
He later transferred to another hospital, where he worked part time as a novice paramedic and critical-care nurse, caring for burn victims from the front.
In the fall of 1943, Safar was able to enter medical school when an official chose to ignore Safar's Jewish heritage. Dubbed "unfit for military service," he was discharged from the German Army in 1944. On his 21st birthday, Safar shook hands with a Soviet soldier as Austria was liberated.
A few years later, the medical student met his future wife, 17-year-old Eva Kyzivat, at a party.
"It really was a romantic encounter," she said. "He talked and talked and talked. I didn't know what he was talking about, but it sounded very fascinating."
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Three weeks later, in July 1950, they were married in a small church ceremony. Less than three months later, they were on their way to the United States for what was supposed to be a two-year stay. They became American citizens in 1959 and for the past 40 years have called Mt. Lebanon home.
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"I had lots of friends, nice guys, but there wasn't a spark [with them]," she says. "[Peter] seemed so different."
They corresponded and, upon his return to Vienna, Eva met him at the train station. Peter whisked her off to a romantic overlook and asked her to go with him to America.
"I said, 'Sure, let's go!'" Eva remembered. "If he had said, 'Let's go to the moon.' ... It was really that great a love | 138 |
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A loose connection in the thermocouple wires<|fim_middle|> the same problems as a poor thermocouple lead wire connection. | can cause the temperature readout to fluctuate. Sometimes the temperature readout will appear normal, yet will not be accurate. Loose connections cause intermittent firing problems. Sometimes a loose connection will make the display readout freeze at one temperature.
To solve the problem, first check the thermocouple wires at all connection points. This will include the back of the kiln controller and, on most kilns, the ceramic thermocouple block where the wires attach to the thermocouple.
Pull on the wires at the back of the controller. If you have button-type connectors, it is possible that one of them has stuck in the downward position. Look at the buttons. Are they level, or is one lower than the other? If one is lower, it is stuck. This would be the cause of a poor connection. Press down on the sticking connection button until it releases and moves upward freely. Then gently tug the wires to make sure they are tight.
Check the ceramic thermocouple block for tight connections. It is possible that an over-tightened screw has broken a thermocouple lead, causing a poor connection. (The thermocouple leads are the two small wires that come directly from the thermocouple, which extends into the firing chamber.) In this case, you may have to replace the thermocouple.
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The Grotto was built in commemoration of the church's 150th Anniversary, which was held on October 15th, 1939. It is a replica of the famous grotto at Lourdes, France. Interesting Note: The water used by Archbishop John J. Glennon of St. Louis, in the dedication of the Grotto, came from the original Lourdes Grotto in France. The water was given by the Rev. B.J. O'Flynn, pastor of the Portageville church, who visited Lourdes in 1925 and brought the water home with him. Ground was broken at 11:00 am Thursday morning, September 21, for the Grotto being built on the Catholic School grounds by Immaculate Conception Parish. The first spade of ground was lifted by The Rev. Walter A. Riske, Pastor of the church. Sister Consulata, Mother Superior of the Immaculate Conception School, lifted the second spade and Joseph M. Jasinski, who is in charge of building the Grotto, lifted the third spade of ground.
The grotto has a 35 ton concrete base that supports 90 tons of rock. The structure is 18 feet tall and 35 feet wide at the base. The base in made of solid concrete and sunk three feet into the ground. The statue of the Immaculate Conception is about 6 feet tall and is placed in an alcove near the top of the grotto. St. Bernadette is about 3 feet tall and is located on the ground. These 2 statues were given to the Parish by Mrs. M. V. Francis and her | 394 |
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Which Plants Are Good for Hanging Pots?
QUESTION: Which plants are the best to grow in hanging pots? I'm adding some hanging containers to my garden and am excited for their first year. — Linda G.
ANSWER: Hanging pots are an easy way to add some extra drama to the garden. With many hanging container options, you'll be adding a splash of color as well. Keep reading to learn about the options we recommend for hanging gardens.
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
When you imagine a flourishing garden of hanging plants, you're likely to be visualizing the Boston fern. It's one of the most commonly grown hanging plants and is a solid choice for gardeners in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10-12. In other zones, you can grow the Boston fern indoors. Whether Boston ferns are growing inside or outdoors, they're sure to add a dramatic splash of greenery.
Boston ferns are perennial plants and can reach up to three feet tall by three feet wide. They do best when planted in moist, acidic soil that offers plenty of drainage. Boston ferns should be grown in spots that get partial sunlight.
Bougainvillea are attention-grabbing choices for the hanging garden. What appear to be swaths of colorful blossoms are actually leaves like others on the plant, called bracts, that change their color. In addition to the original fuchsia bracts, you can find bougainvilleas in apricot, pink, violet, and other shades.
Bougainvillea can be grown outdoors as a hardy perennial vine in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 through 11 or in indoor hanging gardens in other zones. They need full sun (at least six hours per day) and can reach heights of up to 20 feet or more and widths up to 40 feet, though smaller varieties do exist. Bougainvillea is a low maintenance choice for hanging containers. When bougainvillea is grown indoors, it should be kept mostly dry over the winter for best results.
Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera)
A popular choice for indoor hanging gardens, the Christmas cactus can be encouraged to bloom year after year. Different varieties are available that will blossom in shades of orange, pink, purple, red, and yellow. The leaves resemble pointy links in a chain, and the blooms are like miniature orchids.
The Christmas cactus flourishes when given a spot indoors that receives partial sun. Plants can reach heights of six to 12 inches and widths between one and two feet. Hanging baskets make the Christmas c<|fim_middle|> garden, whether it's indoors or outside. The foliage is especially lovely spilling out of hanging baskets.
These five plants are the ones we recommend as best for hanging baskets. A few options can be grown indoors or out, while a few are best solely in an indoor hanging pot. Whichever of these plants you choose, you'll have a flourishing specimen in no time, showing off its foliage in trails that sweep from the hanging basket container.
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The moss rose is especially hardy and flourishes as an annual in USDA Hardiness Zones two through 11. The blossoming period begins in early summer and continues until first frost in shades of orange, pink, red, white, and yellow. The plants are low-slung at maturity, reaching heights of nine inches tall and widths up to 12 inches.
Portulaca grows best when given sandy soil that's neutral to acidic, with dry to medium levels of moisture and plenty of drainage. This annual flowering succulent needs full sun (at least six hours a day of direct sunlight) to perform best. In addition to moss rose, portulaca also goes by the names Mexican rose, moss-rose purslane, rock rose, and sun rose.
Sweet Potato Vine (Ipomoea batatas)
When the sweet potato vine is grown as an ornamental, it's an especially hardy annual. Ipomoea batatas grows quickly in trails of lime green, silvery gray, or deep violet foliage. Plants are wider than they are tall, with mature heights of under six inches and widths between three and six feet wide.
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Pro Cycling - Tour de France
Rode with Backstedt on Sunday
gizzard
I was asked to marshal at a my club's 'classic' race on Sunday in Surrey, UK and I reluctantly agreed (mostly because I had planned to race it before hand). Anyway, this huge bloke in Liquigas Bianchi team kit rolled up "to watch a mate of his race". The rider was clearly Magnus Backstedt of Paris-Roubaix fame. We ended up riding quite a bit together because he was following the race on his bike and I was riding between marshalling positions. All I can say is that he is one of the nicest, most unassuming guys I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Oh, and he's even bigger in real life. I am 6' 3" and weigh 83kg – he must be all of 15 kg heavier than me. In fact Magnus says he was really excited in January this year because he had lost 8kg compared to last year and got his weight down to the magical mark of 90kg. He also said that he was climbing with some of the more celebrated mountain goats in their early season training camps.
In terms of training, he says his heart rate (resting: 28!) is completely irrelevant. His power output is the only variable that he and his team monitor.
Argentius
Awesome. I'm jealous! Maggie is such a cool rider, and every "clydesdale's" idol, even if that's pretty far from me.
It's sobering to think that, even at my 138 lbs, I'm sure a rider like Backstedt could drop the crap out of me up a hill.
Fogdweller
· Ya, what ATP said...!
I'm a big fan of his. Lucky you, sounds like some great miles.
CFBlue
I don't see how 28 BPM could work with someone that big, seems like his blood flow would be too slow?
Dwayne Barry
IUbike said:
I don't know why this would necessarily be the case but I'm pretty sure small animals have a much more rapid HRs than large animals, and certainly human kids' HRs are much faster than those of adults. I don't know if it's the case that small adults have faster HRs than large adults, but it would certainly fit in with those other observations if it were true. There are all kinds of interesting relationships that occur with the scaling of body size.
He probably has a fairly large heart with a high stroke volume and very efficient aerobic system. Sounds cool gizzard, you lucky bastage!
as a fellow Big Hammer
and of Nordic descent I have one word for you
LUCKY!!!!!!!!
if it happens again let him know their are legions of 'plus size' riders who he represents!!
ashpelham
Very exciting! I envy your position! 28bpm resting? He is 28 heartbeats from being dead! Hahaha!!! Looks like an absolute desiel, and an athlete to be admired.
If confronted by a mountain lion, it's best to pretend to be as big as possible. But not big as in important, ie, "Do You Know Who I Am?".
Some more about Magnus
Some of you may be interested to find out more about big Magnus. Here goes: he has a "team" of medical people who look after him and a trainer who works closely with him. All are based in the UK. I asked him why this was and he said it was impractical for the team's Italian sports doctor to monitor him from so far away (Magnus lives just outside Cardiff in Wales).
About his low heart rate, some of you are quite right comparing the resting HRs of large people/animals to small ones. A mouse for example has a very high resting heart rate compared to an elephant. But resting heart rate is not the end of the story. What's crucial is the variability between an athletes resting HR and his maximum HR. It's a bit like a large V8 motor compared to a 1500cc Formula 1 engine. The F1 engine can rev a lot higher than the V8, which makes up for its relatively small displacement. I'll bet that Magnus's maximum heart rate is not much higher than 185 beats per minute.
He's currently recovering from a bad injury to his biceps femorus (hamstring) sustained during a stage of Tirreno-Adriatico. He has been restricted to only 400 watts of output. Sunday was his first four-hour training ride since retiring from Milan-San Remo. He mentioned numbers like 1500 watts that he would typically produce during a sprint/attack. In other words he's still heavily restricted in terms of his training. One last thing about his heart<|fim_middle|> residence. I was in Surrey two weeks ago staying with a mate in Kingswood, right by Legal and General. Took a peak at some of the bikes at Cycles Dauphin on Box Hill. Nice area.
Surrey is nice
Yes Gio, Surrey has a lot of nice rides, especially if you're prepared to do a bit of exploring. There are loads of hills, many of them pretty steep (Horseblock Hollow at 21%, average about 16%), but it's nothing compared to Cape Town. Maggie goes to CT most years, as does Jan Ullrich and Cippolini (used to) and many of the Belgian and Dutch riders. I was lucky enough to ride with Jan earlier on in the year out there as well.
Dauphin is nice - the guys there are fanatical about bikes and cycling. If you're ever in the area and are keen to ride in the Surrey Hills get in touch.
terzo rene
Dwayne Barry said:
Most physiology texts have a nice graph showing body mass vs metabolic rate across species, and it's a very consistent bigger the critter the slower the machinery turns.
R.Rice
You're a lucky guy.
It is really cool to hear that someone like MB is so down to earth and nice.I have read stuff on his site that lead me to believe he is just a normal,nice guy who happens to be a power house on the bike.
Yeah, in general, the bigger the creature, the slower the heart rate.
Argentius May 17, 2006 | rate – he only monitors it to assess whether he is overtraining or not. Generally the more tired he is the more difficult it is to elevate his heart rate, which is consistent with just about every other athlete.
But probably the most impressive things about Magnus is the fact that he seems to be so unaffected by his stature in world cycling. He isn't going to win the Tour, but he will make a lot of friends and have many admirers during his career. Oh, and he did win the queen of the classics.
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Thanks for the write up. You are lucky. His wife is Welsh I believe so I think that accounts for his choice of | 142 |
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We worked closely with the client to adapt the existing chalet to meet their needs, creating one of the largest single, private family chalets in the exclusive la legettaz area of Val D'Isere.
At ground level the existing two car garage has been transformed into a principal entrance and luxury boot room with direct access to an enlarged lift, wine store and the newly created underground garage with car parking for 5 large vehicles. On the first floor the staff flat and service stairs have been removed to form a new family day room, central open stair and access to the Hammam, spa and 12m long swimming pool, washed with natural light from four large roof lights, created within the extension. Below the pool sits the garage, above the swimming pool the profile and landscaping of the mountain side has been reinstated including the stream and freshwater pool that were diverted during the works. Rising up through the chalet a new series of spaces and re configured stairs lead to a relaxed informal living room with adjacent snug and games are along with a dining room serviced by an enlarged professional kitchen.
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Today, each child newly diagnosed with cancer at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh has the opportunity to receive an age appropriate gaming distraction. We provide Nintendo DS systems, DS games, tablets, and I Tunes cards to the Child Life specialist team. For the youngest children, we offer electronic crib activities. Genre feels these games are 'super important' to pass the countless hours spent in treatment and transfusions. The games really are priceless.
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What is interesting is that the focus of the report is not "how does your website respond on a mobile device" but "how does your app react in a Mobile First world" where Mobile is the primary device by there are many secondary devices, too.
<|fim_middle|> you might expect, the Mobile Friendliness section looks to see how your site behaves with responsive design. There should be no excuse for having a site that is not responsive. Everyone should get a 99/100.
As a frame of reference, the first time I ran the tool I was running my site with no compression tools and my result was a meager 24/100 for speed. I added an image compression tool and dramatically increased the performance of the site.
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Rob Krug from our<|fim_middle|> client and other solutions for threat prevention, but what is in place to prevent a staff member unwillingly or willingly executing an application that uploads confidential end user data like credit card numbers, address, phone numbers, or other personally identifiable information? What is in place today to stop someone from accidentally or willingly "dragging and dropping" a PDF containing personally identifiable information (PII) to a public FTP Server, or uploading it to their personal webmail? Remember: all of these connections are now encrypted.
Fortunately, you can easily apply data loss prevention rules on all SonicWall firewalls to inspect encrypted traffic and prevent data loss. By leveraging incredibly powerful Deep Packet Inspection of SSL/TLS Encrypted Traffic (DPI-SSL), and applying keywords or phrases defined using Regular Express (RegEx), SonicWall firewalls are able to inspect all encrypted communications for PII in real time. Should an application, system, or employee attempt to upload PII, the SonicWall firewall can detect it, block the upload, and provide incident reporting of the event. That is how you can inspect every packet, every time. That is how you prevent the breach.
Rob Krug is currently a Senior Systems Engineer for SonicWall. He has been in the network security space for nearly 25 years, and has certifications in both networking and security disciplines as well as all SonicWall certifications. Rob has an extensive background in network design, engineering, security, and telecommunications, and is a past SonicWall System Engineer of the Year.
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"Inspect every packet, every time." – This has been my advice to any network admin or business owner for many years. This is equally important in regards to encrypted traffic. Much of the Internet has become encrypted, meaning that it can only be perused and accessed over HTTPS. While this rightly includes traffic such as online banking and financial sites, it also now includes webmail, social media, online streaming video, music and even search engines.
While encryption of the Internet enables online privacy, it has also opened a new threat vector for hackers and criminals to hide malicious content. If you encrypt the whole Internet, you encrypt all the threats traversing it.
The painful truth is that the vast majority of networks (including governments, international enterprises, educational, medical and consumer networks) have yet to implement a security solution capable of inspecting the encrypted traffic. If you cannot inspect it, you can not protect it. With over 80 percent of Internet traffic now encrypted, this has become an open pipeline for attacks. More than 67 percent of all malware attacks are still delivered via email. Guess what? That email is most often encrypted via HTTPS.
Inspecting encrypted traffic is paramount in preventing threats such as viruses, exploits, spyware and ransomware. Numerous articles, findings, testimonials and forensic analyses of recent breaches (such as at the IRS, OPM, JPMorgan Chase, Home Depot, Target and Equifax) focused on threat prevention. They reported that varying degrees of security had not been deployed or utilized, alerts were missed, traffic went uninspected, or updates and patches were not applied. In some breaches, there were financial penalties for failing to protect end-user data, such as providing credit monitoring services for consumers, refunds for past services, or government-levied fines.
However, another critical reason to inspect encrypted traffic was rarely discussed. Yet, in six months, that reason will have incredible legal and financial implications that many are underestimating. That reason is data loss. And while organizations have sought to increase their threat prevention, only minor attention has been applied to data loss prevention (DLP). Well, that is about to change drastically.
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Pay close attention to that last line, especially if you are a cloud provider or consumer. Any organization that hosts or processes data for citizens of an EU member country will be held accountable to this regulation. Make no mistake, countries outside of the EU, including the USA, are in the process of enacting similar legislations.
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How to Deal a Blow to an Unwanted Physical Attack
Surviving a physical attack 101.
D. Kanyakumari
Prepare, defend, and survive. Photo: iStock
In this dog-eat-dog world, one needs to have an edge to stay afloat and alive. Exaggerations aside, some self-defence tips always come in handy and wouldn't hurt anyone – at least until the situation demands it.
No distractions.
This is a very important tip considering how many of us have our faces in our phones most times. According to Muayfit self-defence expert Marcio<|fim_middle|> hurt you, they will need to get close to you. Piazza told The Insider that any person engaged in an uncomfortable situation with a person should not allow themselves to be isolated. "As long as the person is not armed (with guns), they can't hurt you if they can't reach you."
Don't show fear.
Use powerful body language to communicate non-verbally that you are strong and confident and have no time for nonsense. Have your head up, shoulders pulled back and make eye contact with people when you walk past.
This article is an excerpt from UNRESERVED's May 2019 issue from the article SURVIVING A PHYSICAL ATTACK.
Related: I Dream of Zombies: How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse in Style
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Be wary of surroundings.
It's the number one tip given by all self-defence coaches around the world. A report by The Insider states one should always pay attention to their surroundings as much as possible to avoid any nasty surprises.
Sebsam says in such a situation, there is no bigger hero than yourself. "Should you feel that a particular scenario is unsafe or is about to turn ugly, then step back and leave as soon as possible," he advises.
Be loud.
Help is always given to those who ask for it, and although this is not Hogwarts, shouting for help is one of the best ways to get away from an attack. Sebsam says most attackers, for fear of being identified or injured, give up as soon as they know they will need to deal with more than one person.
Men – beware.
It's as simple as not going for the common target. Sebsam says most attackers know that women are loud and the possibility of others getting involved is higher. "As for men, most times they are taken by surprise and the attack is over even before the victim realises it." So guys, just because it seems like attackers don't target men, doesn't mean you're completely safe from it.
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu fighter Rachel Piazza says sometimes victims are really unable to get away from the situation. "In such cases instead of wasting energy in trying to run, think about how you can temporarily bring down the attacker, long enough to run away or get help," she says.
Use everyday items.
She adds that things like car keys or a pen can be useful when attacked. "Of course, pepper spray is handy, but should you not have one with you, don't lose hope, think fast and use anything you have with you, even perfume works," says Piazza.
Learn some self-defence tactics.
Oftentimes, we may say this is unnecessary but having an edge over the attacker really is important. Sebsam adds that in any case, a person should at least know the basics of attacking the neck, eyes or groin when faced with a situation where your safety could be compromised.
Protect your personal space.
In order for someone to | 479 |
A simple story sums up the issue. 3M makes a line of a simple picture hooks under the Command brand name. Until recently, the production process in a sense started in an 3M adhesive plant in Missouri, from which the sticky stuff was shipped 550 miles to another 3M plant in Indiana, where the adhesive was applied to polyethylene foam.
From that factory, the work-in-process was shipped 600 more miles to Minneapolis, where a contractor applied the 3M logo and the WIP was sliced into the right sizes. From there, another 200 mile trip to a contractor that added the hooks and did the final packaging. 1300 miles of supply chain travel in total for a product that just sells for a few bucks.
The term "hairballs" for such supply chain complexity was apparently coined earlier by George Buckley, who recently retired after years as 3M's CEO and who launched a program to reduce some of that complexity.
John Woodworth, 3M's senior vice president of supply chain operations, told the Wall Street Journal that "We had long supply chains. It was and continues to be an issue."
Some complexity is inherent in a company that has some 65,000 SKUs across its many divisions, and operates 241 plants in 41 countries. Two-thirds of its sales now come from outside the US.
From our view, the complexity is perhaps at times compounded at 3M because a number of its businesses and plants are suppliers to other areas of the business, as locations and processes needed to support external customers can add complexity, time and distance for internal manufacturing flows.
The point person responsible for leading the war against hairballs is Jim Welsh, a vice president responsible for manufacturing and working with suppliers. He leads a team of 3M supply chain executives that is currently focused on 18 "high-impact" opportunities to improve efficiency in in manufacturing and supply chain.
The general goal is to reduce manufacturing cycle times by 25%.
"3M's long-term<|fim_middle|> all processes are being brought into a plant in Columbia, Mo. As a result, the cycle time will fall to 50 days from 165, 3M's Welch says.
It isn't stated in the article, but to us it seems that the hub strategy appears to mean that more processes will be brought in house, versus use of outsourcers to perform various steps in a multi-phase manufacturing process.
The hairballs (a term, by the way, 3M doesn't much like using today after Buckley's retirement) not only added operational costs and created long cycle times, they of course also increased 3M's inventory levels, as buffer inventories were held at multiple locations along the chain. The hub strategy should reduce those inventory levels.
The question of course is how did things get this way before the recent effort to eradicate such complexity. From our view, sometimes such complexity, especially in very large companies, simply grows over time almost of its own nature until some executive leads the charge to reverse course.
Interestingly, 3M itself says that a conservative, risk-adverse culture also played a key role.
Because it was reluctant to make many investments in a product line until it proved itself in the market, 3M would avoid buying new equipment or build new plants. So 3M product engineers "would look around for available machines and expertise even if it was hundreds of miles away. That meant 3M could keep machinery running round the clock more often, gaining efficiency. But it also meant more costs for shipping and longer production cycles."
Welsh says 3M's new strategy is to ramp up production much faster when it has a hit product and avoid "disjointed supply chains" - a nicer sounding term than hairball.
What's your reaction to the 3M story? Do lots of companies have such hairballs? Is outsourcing actually a contributing factor? Let us know your thoughts at the Feedback section below. | plan is to have fewer, larger, more efficient plants, and spread them out around the world," the Wall Street Journal article says. "More production will be done in what 3M calls "super hubs," plants capable of making scores of products for a region of the world. 3M now has 10 hubs, including six in the U.S. and one each in Singapore, Japan, Germany and Poland. It plans at least six more, all outside the U.S."
The hub strategy has already played out in the production of the Command picture hooks. In 2010, consolidated all the steps needed to make the hooks at a plant in Minnesota, where a number of products, such as Scotch tape, Nexcare bandages, furnace filters the hooks and other products are produced.
That plant now creates finished Command products for the Americas while sending giant rolls of unfinished sticky foam to Singapore and Poland, where they are tailored for Asian and European markets. With this strategy, the cycle time for making Command hooks has dropped to 35 days from 100 seen when using the old supply chain flows.
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In a new adaptation of Truman Capote's Breakfast at Tiffany's, the multi award-winning singer and songwriter, Pixie Lott, stepped into the shoes of the beguiling extrovert, Holly Golightly. Written for the stage by the Tony and Olivier award-winning playwright Richard Greenberg, this production at the Theatre Royal Haymarket looks to give Capote's novella a new lease of life.
Set in 1940's New York, the story follows a young writer, nick-named 'Fred', as he joins the ranks of men who have fallen for the vivacious Holiday 'Holly' Golightly. As war rages on in Europe, Holly's past begins to catch-up with her and Fred is caught in the complex web of the New York socialite's life. Greenberg's adaptation was a far more candid and bleak take on Capote's novel than the iconic but soft-edged 1961 film starring Audrey Hepburn as Holly. Capote's Manhattan was been brought to life by original music from Grant Odling (One Man, Two Guvnors) as well as popular songs from the era.
The cast and creative team, headed by director Nikolai Foster, gave a sparkling and sophisticated production that stays true to Capote's masterpiece which 'seems to be woven from starlight' (NY Times). Lott said that landing the role of Holly is "a dream come true", and was particularly looking forward to the challenge: "[Holly] has always been an icon to me and I can't wait to bring my own personality to the role".
Breakfast at Tiffany's opened on 30th June 2016 at the Theatre Royal Haymarket and run until 17th September 2016.
Performance dates: 16 Sep 2016 - 17 Sep 2016
Running time: 2 hours 30 minutes (including an interval)
Age recommendation: Recommended for 12+
Special notice: Fans of Pixie Lott won't want to miss her turn as the iconic Holly Golightly. Anyone interested in seeing Capote's work translated to stage or wanting to be swept back into the world of the 1940's will enjoy seeing Greenberg's adaptation.
Sorry this show closed 17 September 2016, we recommend these similar productions.
SeatPlan Recommends: Make sure to choose seats in the stalls close to the stage if you're hoping to catch every last facial expression in this complex and intimate play, as they're unlikely to be seen from the top few<|fim_middle|>The play was good but I have to say that I found it a little lacklustre. Pixie's singing was great and there were some funny parts but all in all it lacked the magic of the movie. I came out underwhelmed and a little disappointed.
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A good show and not a simple remake of the classic. Pixie Lott is very good and does a great acce... More
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A good show and not a simple remake of the classic. Pixie Lott is very good and does a great accent. The lead male is great and is on the stage many times!!
The show was good.
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Very slow, I went because Pixie Lott was in it, but I'm afraid I left at the interval, the bad se... More
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Very slow, I went because Pixie Lott was in it, but I'm afraid I left at the interval, the bad seat and slow pace of the show was just too much to bare.
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This was my second time seeing the show! Pixie Lott is a great Holly Golightly and the songs were great. The show follows the book closely. Definitely worth seeing!
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You can watch these shows at 11:35 p.m. Eastern and 12:37 p.m. Pacific on CBS networks. | 19th will be Bill Murray and Bob Dylan. Executive producers Barbara Gaines, Matt Roberts, Jude Brennan and Rob Burnett along with director James Foley will lead the last Late Show on Wednesday, May 20th, 2015.
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It's a different story from the inside.
You see, Owner Eureka Powers opened up the business to honor her son, Domonic Powers, a loving family guy who died suddenly and tragically in May.
The father of two died in a hospital after a sudden heart attack in his home.
He was 31 years old.
Domonic is survived by his two children Krysany, Karson, brother Deron Powers and his fianceé Heather Kerr
Struggling with the loss of her son, Eureka in June talked to her friends about wanting something to honor Domonic.
"I said I need to find something that I can do to carry Domonic's name on it, you know, so he won't be forgotten," she said she told his friend in June.
They talked about Domonic's love for fitness and Powers decided to move forward with a fitness clothing line.
She obtained an LLC for DP Fitness on June 18. After all her hard work for the past four months, the retail store and online shop will open at noon on Oct. 17.
The line consists of athletic clothes for men and for women such as compression pants, shorts, shirts, hats and masks. The price of each athletic clothing piece ranges from $19.99 to $60.
"This is what's keeping me going, you know, and it's something for his kids. I'm hoping and praying that it goes well, and it is something that I can leave his kids one day," she said.
It has been a struggle for Powers each day since she got the call from Domomic's fianceé on May 8 saying he had to be rushed to the hospital after suffering a heart attack.
"I'm just like, I'm a walking dead person right now. I'm just here if that makes sense," she said about her daily struggles since losing Domonic.
She said he told her he loved her everyday, never was in trouble, was always polite and loved by many people.
After Domonic's death, Powers was mad for awhile at a higher power for taking such a good person away from this world at such a young age, but she has been able to take her energy and put it into DP Fitness.
Domonic Powers at the gym. (WYDaily/Courtesy of Eureka Powers)
"I'm putting a lot of love in this clothing line. I'm not just getting clothing and putting it in here," she said.
She just got the business legally established and is already opening up a store location less than six months after.
"I'm amazed at how far I've gotten with my emotions and it being hard to get up everyday. It can be nothing but God and Dominic who has gotten me this far," Powers said.
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A Year of School Visits: Four Lessons
Erik Ellefsen April 15, 2019 The Teachers' Lounge1 Comment
Since April of 2018, I've had an opportunity to visit more than 20 schools as a learner and observer, not as an employee or consultant. This opportunity arose because of two MindShift projects I've participated in, but also just out of my own curiosity. Rex Miller, in particular, encouraged me to find the "bright" spots in a dark world, and I have found more than most would expect.
Some of these schools were charter (Da Vinci, Idea, and Bulldog Tech), others were non-religious private (The Bay School and Fusion), several were religious (Monte Vista, Maranatha, and The King's Academy), and still others were public (Alamo Heights ISD<|fim_middle|> a collective group. The most impactful schools will be those that have a commitment to do the work together compared to those schools who constantly seek the superhero leader or educator.
Don't misunderstand me: each of these schools had high-capacity leaders, but there was a commitment to the leadership of the collective whole that is atypical for school leadership design.
Lastly, here are two commitments from the Da Vinci School that I would implement if I had the opportunity:
Set aside 20 days of professional learning for staff and faculty, and
Hire school leaders only from within the organization.
These two commitments alone pave the way for creating the collective leadership conditions that transform how we do this great work.
Personally, I am excited for what is happening in our profession. We have the opportunity to undergo a dramatic mind shift in what we do in our classrooms, offices, schools, and communities. The future is always uncertain, but the embrace of these lessons will allow educators and leaders to enjoy their challenging work and calling with greater significance.
Erik Ellefsen has served in education for 21 years as a teacher, coach, consultant, Grievance Chairman for the American Federation of Teachers, Dean of Academics at Boston Trinity Academy, and as Principal at Chicago Christian High School. He currently serves as an Academic and College Counselor at Valley Christian High School (San Jose, CA), a Senior Fellow for CACE, a Senior Fellow for Cardus, podcaster for Digical Education, and as Vice President of CCEI. Erik regularly organizes Christian school leadership seminars and speaks on issues pertaining to academic program, student leadership, and organizational development. He can be reached via email at eellefsen@vcs.net.
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I love the joy in Erik's article when he observes the creativity in the schools he visited – creativity and imagination are a part of the character of God (Genesis 1) that He has gifted to human beings and that we should celebrate in Christian schooling. I also agree that we must be extravagant in our commitment to teacher professional learning. However, I am greatly dismayed by Erik's concept that some schools are "non-religious" There is no such thing. There is no neutrality. Whether they acknowledge it or not, all schools are religious and we must not let the secular community pretend otherwise. All schools are seeking to shape children according to some god – according to some view of the good life. (redlin@edservinternational.org). | and Wheaton CUSD 200). I was on each campus for different reasons, but I found great work being done in all of these places–with an understanding that more could be accomplished.
Likewise, I noticed four things that these schools have in common.
Lesson 1: Embrace the Challenge of the Mission
During my two decades in education, the narrative seems to grow more negative and less hopeful. However, at each of the schools I visited there was a clear sense that the difficulties, challenges, and hard work were worth tackling. If you look through the school websites, you will see that each is quite different from the next, but they each embrace the challenge of creating better learning communities for both students and staff. Likewise, there was a "get it done" attitude that impacted many of these school communities–a grit and grind mentality to having an impact.
Lesson 2: Filled with Hope and Joy
The grit and grind of these schools was infused with a hope and joy that is not found at all schools. The energy was infectious from the top of the organization to the bottom. Despite the community challenges, they have discovered why school improvement matters to them and how to enjoy the work of improving learning opportunities for students.
Lesson 3: Purposefully Unique
Each of these schools has made decisions about its distinctiveness and has said no to good things for the sake of better opportunities. These schools have escaped the temptation to jump from one initiative to the next by determining their mission and letting that drive their efforts. The best schools had a sense of self, purpose, and design that was unapologetic and unwatering.
Lesson 4: Together is a commitment
After doing significant research on collective leadership, my friend Jon Eckert believes the following:
This kind of schooling . . . demands a new kind of leadership and cannot rest on a few individual administrators, or even a handful of assistants and teacher leaders. It requires collective leadership—where teachers and administrators together inform, inspire, and influence colleagues, parents, policymakers, and other stakeholders to improve student outcomes.
In many ways, my yearlong journey was in search of places that valued leadership in all people and embraced the idea of creating a community of strength through collective leadership. I was amazed to find many schools that fostered a belief in the human capacity to do great work and to do that great work within the context of | 485 |
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By: Robert H. Wells on September 14, 2020
A University of Central Florida researcher is co-author of a new paper that may help answer why some animals have a magnetic "sixth" sense, such as sea turtles' ability to return to the beach where they were born.
The question is one that has been unresolved despite 50 years of research.
"The search for a mechanism has been proposed as one of the last major frontiers in sensory biology and described as if we are 'searching for a needle in a needle stack,'" says Robert Fitak, an assistant professor in UCF's Department of Biology, part of UCF's College of Sciences.
Fitak and researchers in the United Kingdom and Israel recently authored an article in Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B that proposes a hypothesis that the magnetic sense comes from a symbiotic relationship with magnetotactic bacteria.
Magnetotactic bacteria are a special type of bacteria whose movement is influenced by magnetic fields, including the Earth's.
Animals that sense Earth's magnetic field include sea turtles, birds, fish and lobsters. Sea turtles, for example, can use the ability for navigation to return to the beach where they were born.
Learning how organisms interact with magnetic fields can improve humans' understanding of how to use Earth's magnetic fields for their own navigation purposes. It can also inform ecological research into the effects of human modifications of the magnetic environment, such as constructing power lines, on biodiversity. Research into the interaction of animals with magnetic fields can also aid the development of therapies that use magnetism for drug delivery.
In the article, the researchers review the arguments for and against the hypothesis, present evidence published in support that has arisen in the past few years, as well as offer new supportive evidence of their own.
Their new evidence comes from Fitak, who mined one of the largest genetic databases of microbes, known as the Metagenomic Rapid Annotations using Subsystems Technology database, for the presence of magnetotactic bacteria that had been found in animal samples.
Previous microbial diversity studies have often focused on large patterns of the presence or absence of bacteria phyla in animals rather than specific species, Fitak says.
"The presence of these magnetotactic bacteria had been largely overlooked, or 'lost in the mud' amongst the massive scale of these datasets," he says.
Fitak found, for the first time, that magnetotactic bacteria are associated with many animals, including a penguin species, loggerhead sea turtles, bats, and Atlantic right whales. For instance, Candidatus Magnetobacterium bavaricum regularly occurred in penguins and loggerhead sea turtles, while Magnetospirillum and Magnetococcus regularly occurred in the mammal species brown bats and Atlantic right whales.
Fitak says researchers still don't know where in the animal that the magnetotactic bacteria would live, but it could be that they would be associated with nervous tissue, like the eye or brain.
"I'm working with the co-authors and local UCF researchers to develop a genetic test for these bacteria, and we plan to subsequently screen various animals and specific tissues, such as in sea turtles, fish, spiny lobsters and birds," Fitak says.
Before joining UCF in 2019, Fitak worked for more than four years as a postdoctoral researcher at Duke University performing experiments to identify genes related to a magnetic sense in fish and lobsters using modern genomic techniques.
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Fitak received his doctorate in genetics from the University of Arizona and his bachelor's in molecular genetics from The Ohio State University. He is a member of UCF's Genomics and Bioinformatics Cluster.
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From Kim: This slightly spooky poem from my files seems perfect for October. I asked my grand niece and nephew, Beth Ann and Eric Woodruff, if they'd be interested in illustrating it for me. My book, (coincidentally illustrated by Liza Woodruff, no relation) IF IT'S SNOWY AND YOU KNOW IT, CLAP YOUR PAWS, is dedicated to the Woodruffs, including their brother Sean. Beth Ann is also an amazing writer, and Eric always keeps me laughing. I'm only sorry I missed Sean, away on a camping trip, when I popped in for a visit in early October.
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Someone had to do it, so why not the modder known as floemuc? He created a gestural, multi-touch UI that allows the user to browse, organize and zoom in on images by using hand gestures. It's basically Microsoft's Surface tech demo, minus the actual touch screen. It's not exactly revolutionary, but it's nice to know that it's possible.
Using the Kinect's video camera to help a Roomba navigate a room would be pointless, since the vacuum-bot does a good enough job as it is. But what about mounting the controller on a Roomba, using the data it gathers through its video and depth cameras to recreate a 3-D representation of the room — and then using that 3-D model to navigate the room? That's impressive.
Chris Rojas is letting others have the heavy hacking fun; he just wants to create beautiful images. His 'Box Cloud' app takes the distance data collected by the infrared camera on the Kinect, and uses it to render people and their surroundings in floating neon cubes. Users can even employ an iPad to control tilt, zoom, pan and other render settings. Words can't really do it justice. Just watch the video above.
The Kinect's depth-sensing tech inspired Oliver Kreylos to create software that combines images and data into an impressive, and slightly surreal, 3-D holographic video, which he can manipulate at will. Kreylos is not only able to pan, tilt and zoom the image, but he's actually able to move around in three-dimensional space, too, without ever moving the camera. Check out the video, and watch for the creepy moment when the camera moves behind Oliver, and you can see his face through the back of his head. | , the rather elaborate motion-controller for the Xbox 360 has found fans among the hacking community, thanks to its impressive array of cameras and sensors. Resourceful modders have hooked the device up to computers, created elaborate shadow puppets and mapped 3-D models of rooms. Read on to check out a few of our favorite Kinect hacks floating around the Web.
The brainchild of Emily Gobeille and Theo Watson, this impressive implementation uses the Kinect's cameras to control a 3-D computer model. With the help of the gaming device, a CG bird mimics arm and hand movements. The Kinect even distinguishes between the thumb and the rest of the hand, making the bird | 139 |
Capitain Gagnerot Clos Vougeot Grand Cru 2015
Clos Vougeot Grand Cru
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Corton is the only Grand Cru red in the Cote de Beaune. But it covers a lot of the Corton hillside, and hence there are many different faces to Corton. With mid-slope position and due east exposure, this Corton Grandes Lolieres Grand Cru is the last Corton vineyard before Ladoix, and sits just outside the Capitain's back door. The vines date from 1950, and give wines that are solidly framed with a potential for long aging. Rich, balanced, powerful and elegant, these are all traits you expect in a well-made grand cru.. Curiously, the Corton Grandes Lolieres is contiguous to both the Capitain Ladoix 1er Cru 'Bois Roussot' and their Alo<|fim_middle|>-Corton 1er Cru 'Les Moutottes. So here is a chance to taste 3 appellations from the same producer from vineyards that share a common border! Burgundy can be beautiful that way.
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Say 'Vougeot' and everyone immediately thinks 'Clos de Vougeot, Vougeot's most famous vineyard. But this little village of the Côte de Nuits has other fine vineyards as well. The name itself derives from that of the little river Vouge which runs through. The abbey of Cîteaux established these vineyards in the 12th century and, through centuries of free labor, laid the foundations of their reputation and an over-all understanding of the diversity of the Burgundian terroir. One of Vougeot's particularities is that, unusually for the Côte de Nuits, there is a relatively important production of white wines from Chardonnay.
Produced in the commune of Vougeot, the appellation Vougeot includes 4 premiers crus. The commune of Vougeot also produces a grand cru appellation, Clos de Vougeot
Red Vougeot has much in common with its illustrious neighbors, Clos de Vougeot, Musigny, and Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Amoureuses). Its color should be crimson and purple in youth, deep and luminous. It develops youthful aromas of violets, black cherry and blackcurrant. When older, it goes to underbrush and truffle over animal notes. The attack is pretty straightforward, and should show acidity and tannin balanced with alcohol.
White Vougeot is often limpid white gold. The initial bouquet is often floral, acacia, often with hints of exotic fruits. A touch of minerality is often a surprise. In the older wines, aromas range from spice cake to fleshy fruits like quince and fig. There is that underlying richness which often found in these rare Côte de Nuits Chardonnays.
The vines grow at altitudes between 240 and 280 meters. Those on the upper slopes occupy shallow brown limestone soils. The soils on the lower slopes are limestone, fine-textured marl, and clay. These plots lie very close to the northern part of the Clos de Vougeot, and in some spots are separated only by the wall.
Reds: 12.00 ha (including 9.45 ha premier cru)
Whites : 3.87 ha (including 3.04 ha premier cru)
Reds tend to be sturdy, but not without a certain delicacy that comes across as length and finish. For this reason, it pairs well with dishes equally intense in flavor. Meat dishes are best roasted or braised, tender and melting. Roast fowl, roast lamb, or game birds. Game, braised or stewed, will prove a worthy partner. As for cheeses, medium flavored, soft-centered cheeses like Reblochon or Vacherin will make a good match.
The richness and delicacy of Vougeot whites make them a match for crustaceans such as lobster or crawfish, fish (either baked or in cream sauce), good quality poultry, and sweetbreads.
On the label, the names Vougeot and Vougeot 1er Cru may be followed by the name of a specific vineyard, called a climat.
Clos de la Perrière
Le Clos Blanc
Les Petits Vougeots
The following climat is a village wine from a single vineyard, known as a lieu-dit: | xe | 1 |
It<|fim_middle|> the melody of this song, so I contacted my friend Mike Yates who I've played with before, to see if he would help add some cello to the song. I was also lucky enough to use the United Church in Manotick thanks to Terry McGovern, as a backdrop. Thanks for watching this one! | 's Tyler Kealey Tuesday and I decided to record another original song that I have been working on over the last little while. The inspiration for this song came from a memory I have of being in church in Venosta as a child, sitting upstairs and looking down at the people seated below. I remember gazing at the rows, and noticed many women with similar hairstyles - white, wavy, and to my young eyes, like a dandelion ready to blow away at the gentlest breeze. Maybe I was a daydreamer back then...maybe things haven't changed too much.
To film this one, I had a pretty clear idea of the sound of a cello weaving in and out of | 141 |
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LOCAL FLAVOUR: Barra Fion
Cuisine aside, the vast majority of restaurants, pubs, wine bars, gastro pubs and other cheekily-named establishments tend to tread the same path: an appetizer, a main and a dessert.
It's a simple three-step formula that's worked wonders for countless establishments; so, why mess with success? Of course,<|fim_middle|>ra Fion Head Chef Brad Townsend "" most will be perplexed by a pintxos (pronounced "peen-chose").
Have no fear curious chewers, for pintxos, like tapas, is best explained not by the contents of the dish itself, but rather, by the way in which the dish is served "" in this case, on a stick. Pintxos literally translates to "spike" and as such every single order comes with a skewer or spike thrust into the heart of the dish.
A tiny toothpick could impale some pintxos; others could be speared with a sizable skewer. Regardless of size, both tapas and pintxos at Barra Fionn are meant to be social meals, best enjoyed when shared and sampled amongst friends and family.
As Barra Fion looks to stay true to its Spanish and Mediterranean roots, it also isn't afraid to ease up and change some of the traditional dishes. As owners and husband-and-wife team Ted and Michelle Kindos tell it, much of the fish has been stripped from the menu in a bid to appeal to Canadian sensibilities.
Sure, you can still find dishes like Salmon a la Braza"" an 8oz wild Pacific salmon with lemon, tarragon, capers and blazed with white vermouth and topped with charred scallions ($20)"" but the menu simply isn't teeming with fish as would be the case if it were offered in the climes of Northern Spain, a very fish-friendly area, according to the duo.
Those on the prowl for a more traditional dish can surely find comfort in a classic Margherita pizza (fior di latte, tomato sauce and torn fresh basil, $12), while meat lovers will find lots to love in the Ceredo Asado pizza with smoked pork, doubled smoked bacon, caramelized onion, mozzarella, tomato sauce, grana padano cheese ($16).
Barra Fion is still in its infancy and excitement permeates the place. It first opened its doors on August 10th but little betrays its youth, aside from the sheen on the black walnut bar top, which was milled from a tree that fell during a storm in Burlington.
Then again, that could come down to experience. Both Ted and Michelle are no strangers to the restaurant business. Ted has owned Gator Ted's Tap & Grill since 1994, while Michelle holds a culinary degree and has been involved in the industry for decades. She also owns a catering company called "Savouring the Moment." Even Townsend, in the back of the house, has loads of experience. You may remember him as the founder of the very popular The Rude Native in Oakville (which he sold in 2008). Now he's returned to the back of the house to do what he loves best, he says.
With experienced staff and a fresh new food concept that provides guests with numerous ways to fill themselves up (do you order a whole bunch of tapas and pintxos or take the safer choice and order an entrée?), Barra Fion Tapas & Barrel aims to become the reason for downtown dwellers to head uptown.
Even if Barra Fion's fresh take doesn't entice you, its lunch offer "" a meal, plus a choice of mixed greens, patatas bravas or yucca fries and choice of 5oz house red or white, 16oz draft craft beer or soft drink for $12 "" is sure to get the office crowd excited. Cue the hungry stomachs.
RECIPE: Barra Fion Signature Spice Rub
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– 1505 Guelph Line, Burlington; barrafion.ca
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FASHION: Falling for Autumn | not every establishment chooses to abide by the unwritten, three-step food consumption rule and Barra Fion in North Burlington is the latest establishment that looks to shake up our eating habits with a fresh take on, er, food intake.
Some may describe Barra Fion as a tapas and wine bar but, in all fairness, that description might be undercooked. It takes great pride in its 4,000-pound wood-burning pizza oven imported from Washington, DC and its elaborate assortment of pintxos, a culinary rarity culled from northern Spain.
While many restaurant patrons today are no doubt familiar with tapas "" small plated dishes with "high impact flavours," says Bar | 141 |
Lotus Temple goes green with Tata Power Solar's 120 kWp solar power plant
Nov 04, 2015 by Madan in Energy
The famous Lotus Temple of India is now solar powered. India's largest integrated solar company, Tata Power Solar, has installed and<|fim_middle|>les, Lotus Temple, Solar Energy Corporation of India, Solar Powered Lotus Temple, Solar Powered Temples, Sustainable India, Tata Power Solar Projects
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Madan has been writing about eco-friendly gadgets and technologies for over 5 years now. He has an inclination for all things green and wonderful. He is a local social activist with a global vision. When not writing, Madan can be seen capturing the best of urban wildlife in his DSLR lens. | commissioned a 120 kWp solar plant at the Baha'I House of Worship situated in New Delhi. The temple will generate enough energy to fulfill a quarter of its annual power requirement, which is about 45,600 units. Solar plant is expected to save around Rs.1.5 lakh in temple's monthly electricity bill and displace nearly 120 tonnes carbon dioxide annually.
Under the Solar Energy Corporation of India's rooftop subsidy scheme, Tata Power Solar commissioned the plant within three months. The project was funded by temple's donations to build the solar rooftop system on temple's existing accommodation facilities and basement.
Excess power generated during day will be fed back to the grid system which is supported by a net meter. Shaheed Javid, general manager, Baha' House of Worship, says that the temple wants to promote harmony with nature and encourage follower to opt for sustainable path.
"By employing the solar energy route, we want to set an example and encourage our followers as well as visitors to the Lotus Temple to take on a sustainable way of living. We have had a good experience working with Tata Power Solar and would like to thank them in enabling us to realize our green energy goals. The Bahá'í House of Worship is frequented by a number of foreign diplomats and the project has been highly applauded by them. This initiative is in line with our philosophy of being in harmony with nature and will go a long way in creating a sustainable solution," he said.
The ED and CEO, Tata Power Solar, Ashish Khana was also excited about company's association with Lotus Temple for this project.
"A spiritual enterprise has taken the lead in using clean energy for their daily power needs. There is a strong need for collective effort in solarising our country and initiatives such as this will help spread awareness on a larger scale while increasing access to clean energy," he said.
BSES Yamuna Power Limited(BYPL) and BSES Rajdhani Power Limited(BRPL) have decided to promote solar power across its area of operation and has decided to organize power enclaves to educate consumers about advantages of Net Metering.
"We are promoting 'net metering' among our consumers. We have started organising Power Conclaves to educate large customers about the Net Metering policy and its beneficial impact on their electricity bill," BSES spokesperson said.
So far, 47 net metering projects have been energized in the area that totals nearly 1192 of solar power. Eleven schools have also opted for Net Metering connections from BSES with a total sanction load of 535 KW. That's not all. Over 120 applications, with a sanctioned load of 3,730 KW is under process.
The project sets an example by preaching and practicing harmony with nature. After all, spirituality preaches harmony between human kind and nature with its all creations.
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The weekend: 'Waitress' at the Fisher, Mother's Day at Beacon Park, Color Run in Ypsilanti
Greg Crawford
A musical about a waitress and expert pie maker who decides to bake her way out of a stifling small town and a loveless marriage is the sixth entry in Broadway in Detroit's 2018-19 subscription series. "WAITRESS," based on the 2007 Keri Russell movie of the same name, opened in 2016 on Broadway, where it is still running, and began touring nationally the following year. Pop singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles wrote the tunes and lyrics, and Hollywood director-screenwriter Jessie Nelson handled the book. The show's central character, Jenna, has a young daughter named Lulu, and in February, auditions were held at the Fisher Theatre to find a local child to play the role. Chosen from a field of 30-plus aspiring Great White Way stars were Leyna Harris, 4, of Birmingham and Caroline Hubbard, 5, of Chelsea. They'll be sharing Lulu duties during the nearly two-week run.
Through May 19, Fisher Theatre, Detroit. 313-872-1000. broadwayindetroit.com. $39 and up.
Call it Sunday in the park with Mom. Beacon Park in downtown Detroit is celebrating MOTHER'S DAY on Sunday with a lineup of activities that includes music from a string ensemble, long-stemmed roses (while supplies last) and chair massages ($1 a minute) from Woodside Day Spa, which will be selling gift cards and gift baskets for dads and kiddies in search of a last-minute gift for Mom. Families can also check out the park's new "Los Trompos" (that's Spanish for "spinning tops") exhibit from Mexico City. Adventurous visitors can step inside the eight colorful pieces of interactive art, walk around and even spin them like a carousel. Nearby restaurant Lumen will be opening at 11:30 a.m. with a Mother's Day menu that includes an asparagus frittata and sesame-crusted tuna. Reservations are necessary for Lumen.
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Beacon Park, downtown Detroit. dtebeaconpark.com. Entry free.
Back in 2003, a group of young performers from Mosaic Youth Theatre made a journey from Detroit to Senegal that proved to be a revelation. While touring and interacting with residents of Dakar, the west African nation's capital, the Americans gained a new appreciation for "what it means to have African heritage and be an American, to be the descendants of people captured from Africa and enslaved in America," says Mosaic founder Rick Sperling. The experience is re-created onstage in "DETROIT TO DAKAR," the new show opening Saturday at Mosaic. It's an original play with music and dance that, in the words of its creators, is "a testament to the unifying power of music." Mosaic was founded in 1992 to address gaps in arts education in metro Detroit schools. Sperling is planning to step down as artistic director this fall.
7 p.m. Saturday, 4 p.m. Sunday (also May 18-19), Mosaic Youth Theatre, east of downtown Detroit. 313-872-8910. mosaicdetroit.org. $20, $15 seniors, $10 ages 5-18.
The novel is<|fim_middle|> event, now in its 94th year, is held at the end of every academic year to celebrate the achievements of CCS students from all areas of study. Opening nights typically draw 3,000-plus metro Detroit art enthusiasts and collectors who are intent and celebrating and purchasing student work. Thousands more will show up through May 24 during the exhibition's two-week run. Friday's festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with a collectors preview and private reception ($350) featuring wine and hors d'oeuvres. General admission tickets ($50) and alum tickets (two for $60) will be available starting at 7 p.m.
Friday through May 24, A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education, New Center area, Detroit. 313-664-7464. collegeforcreativestudies.edu/student-exhibition-opening-seo. $50, $350.
— Greg Crawford, Detroit Free Press | a staple of America lit classes, and the 1940 film version starring Henry Fonda is regarded as a classic. Now John Steinbeck's beloved "THE GRAPES OF WRATH" is coming to the stage of the Detroit Opera House. For two weekends, Michigan Opera Theatre will stage composer Ricky Ian Gordon and librettist Michael Korie's 2007 opera based on Steinbeck's Great Depression-era tale. It follows the plight of the Joads, Oklahoma tenant farmers driven from their land by drought and economic hardship, as they make their troubled way west to California in search of work. Gordon's accessible score contains elements of folk music, musical theater tunes and popular music of the 1930s. The production concludes MOT's season of operas based on familiar literary works. It previously staged "Eugene Onegin," "Candide" and "Hansel and Gretel."
7:30 p.m. Saturday (also 7:30 p.m. May 15-17 and 2:30 p.m. May 19), Detroit Opera House, Detroit. 313-237-7464. michiganopera.org. $39-$160.
The touring event that leaves participants looking like refugees from a tie-dyed 1960s love-in returns Saturday to Ypsilanti. The annual COLOR RUN, a move-at-your-own-pace 5K race, starts at 8 a.m. at Riverside Park and follows a path through familiar parts of the city. Along the way, participants dressed in white will be doused with blasts of powder that's colored happy shades of pink, purple, blue, orange and yellow. (Don't worry: It's made from cornstarch, baking soda and food-safe dyes.) At the end, everyone is Crayola-colored, festive and ready for the big post-race Finish Festival. Expect music, dancing, vendors, photos ops, activity booths and, yep, more of that colorful powder.
Check-in party kicks off at 7 a.m. Saturday and the start chute opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 8:45 p.m., Riverside Park, Ypsilanti. Register at thecolorrun.com/locations/ypsilanti. $29.99, $34.99.
Well, that didn't take long. Jukebox musical "HEAD OVER HEELS," which ended its Broadway run just four months ago, is headed to the stage of Ferndale's Ringwald Theatre this weekend. Featuring the hits of punk-turned-pop '80s girl band the Go-Go's, the show comes with an offbeat and rather complicated plot based on "The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia," a romance written in verse and prose by 16th-century scholar-poet Philip Sidney. You'll likely be more enamored of the music — and with good reason. The score includes early-'80s ear candy like "We Got the Beat," "Our Lips Are Sealed," "Vacation" and "Cool Jerk" as well as a couple of Go-Go Belinda Carlisle's solo hits: "Mad About You" and "Heaven Is a Place on Earth." Joe Bailey directs the Ringwald production, which features a cast of 12.
Opens at 8 p.m. Friday, the Ringwald Theatre, Ferndale. 248-545-5545. theringwald.com. $25, $15 on Mondays. Through June 10.
Pro Musica of Detroit, the city's oldest presenter of chamber music, brings its 91st season to a close Friday with a performance by the JOEL PETERSON ENSEMBLE. Works by Detroit composer and musician Peterson explore classical, traditional, popular and experimental sounds and have been performed by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Michigan Opera Theatre and New Music Detroit. Friday's program will feature eight of his compositions including 2011's well-received "Freedom of Assembly," written for two violins, bass clarinet, tenor saxophone and vibraphone. Peterson was a Kresge Arts Fellow in 2010 and three years later founded Trinosophes, a performance space, art gallery and cafe just east of downtown Detroit. The mission of the venerable Pro Musica is to present both classical and contemporary works that are rarely or infrequently heard.
7:30 p.m. Friday, the Cube at the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center, Detroit. 313-576-5111. promusicadetroit.com. $25, $45.
It's possible that the work of a future star of the art world will be yours for the purchasing Friday at the annual student exhibition opening at the COLLEGE FOR CREATIVE STUDIES. The annual | 1,035 |
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The ECMA GMP Guide was prepared under the responsibility of the ECMA Technical Committee, in close collaboration with stakeholders from the industry and the national carton associations from Germany (FFI), UK (BPIF Cartons), France (FFC) and Italy (Gifasp). It is to be considered as the core European reference for carton making and will be updated on a regular basis. The GMP Guide can be downloaded free of charge from the ECMA website, www.ECMA.org, | 123 |
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Grant to Koor & Stem for tour in South Africa, 2018
Project: Tour in South Africa by Youth Choir Waelrant and Show Choir Rise Up and participation in World Choir Games in South Africa Beneficiary: Koor & Stem Budget: 12.500 euros Duration: 2018 - 2019 Koor & Stem supports choirs and singers across Flanders. Youth Choir Waelrant and Show Choir Rise Up will tour through South Africa in 2018, performing in different cities. Both Youth Choir Waelrant and Show Choir Rise Up will promote Flanders as host for the 11th World Choir Games in 2020.
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Curriculum 'The Volunteers: Americans join World War One, 1914-1919'
Project: Curriculum 'The Volunteers: Americans join World War One, 1914-1919' Beneficiary: AFS Intercultural Programs, Inc Amount: 30.000 USD Duration: 2014 - 2016 The Volunteers: Americans Join World War I, 1914-1919<|fim_middle|>landers | Curriculum was launched on March 2 at an event hosted by the Flanders House in New York City and online at thevolunteers.afs.org. The event featured keynote speaker Sophie De Schaepdrijver, a distinguished Belgian historian, Associate Professor at Pennsylvania State University, and recipient of the Order of the Crown (Belgium).
https://www.fdfa.be/en/curriculum-%E2%80%98the-volunteers-americans-join-world-war-one-1914-1919%E2%80%99
The Fire of Leuven. Chronicle of a War Crime
Project: The Fire of Leuven. Chronicle of a War Crime. Beneficiary: Fonk vzw Amount: 7.000 euros Duration: December 2013 - August 2014 In late August 1914, Leuven fell victim to blind war rage. Virtually the entire city centre was systematically destroyed by the German occupying forces.
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"Affordability is the biggest challenge facing community college students today. The American college student of 2018<|fim_middle|> $2.4 million in scholarships in FY17, July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017.The College also offers special academic support programs, financial aid coaching, and personal mentoring to help students navigate college while working and caring for family members. | is not the one that so many of us imagine: a recent high school graduate, at a four-year school, living in a dorm, and relying on parental support. Community college students today are people who grew up in households without a college graduate; they are low income people; they are displaced workers, returning workers, and immigrants; they are women; they are often people of color. Many of them are so daunted by the cost of higher education that they do not enroll. Others enroll, but do not complete their degrees because of the high cost of living. Two-thirds of the 8,600 Pell grant recipients at Montgomery College have an Expected Family Contribution of zero dollars. Their average income in 2018 is $24,864. Community colleges like Montgomery College in Maryland expend extraordinary energy and resources trying to support students' financial needs beyond tuition so that they can complete their studies. Our college, like many others in the nation, has food pantries, a clothing library, loaner laptops, and free shuttle buses. We know that any of these extra expenses could break the budget of a student living on the edge. The College is supported by a foundation that even provides emergency aid to students for utilities and rent. The Montgomery College Foundation distributed | 258 |
Terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) was performed in tectonically undisturbed flysch in the Elerji quarry (south-west Slovenia), which represents heterogeneous rock mass with alternation of marlstone and sandstone beds. A 9.3-m-thick lithological profile was measured in detail and then compared to TLS values of reflected intensity and mineralogical composition of general marlstones and sandstones. The results showed distinguishable differences between the intensity values of marlstones and sandstones, as these two groups were found<|fim_middle|> and knowledge of terrestrial laser scanning. | to be statistically different. It was also possible to discriminate these units with regard to their moisture content, as different values were observed for combinations of lithology and moisture content. Correlations of intensity and RGB (red, green, blue) values for the mineralogical composition of marlstones and sandstones revealed a good correlation of intensity with combined calcite and quartz content; however, such correlation is valid only for sandstones due to their bigger grain size. Larger quartz grains can scatter the laser beam and lower the correlation. The results showed that acquiring data from heterogeneous rock mass using TLS could be used for the geotechnical engineering classification of distant, inaccessible outcrops and excavated faces, based on the well-established RMR (Rock Mass Rating) and GSI (Geological Strength Index) rock mass classification systems. Both RMR and GSI classification systems classify rock mass based on rock composition, structure and surface conditions of discontinuities. Lithological segmentation of heterogeneous rocks presents, therefore, an important input parameter for their further classification.
The research for using TLS for lithology logging of thin-bedded heterogeneous rock mass by analysing the intensity values of the reflected laser beam was performed between 2011 and 2016 as part of the Elea iC Research & Development group NTg2 (New Technologies in Geomatics and Geomechanics), which was co-financed by the European Union. The analysis included scanned faces of underground and ground excavations, like tunnel and quarry faces.
The authors express their thanks to Dr. Matej Dolenec for the performance of XRD analysis and DFG Consulting for supporting the performance | 334 |
At the heart of Beaufort, SC, is a community that supports and promotes local art. Opened in 1957, the Beaufort Art Association provides a platform of growth for local artists and adds a great educational value to the community through the visual arts: a must-see for any visitor wanting a true experience of South Carolina's cultural heritage.
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The Beaufort Art Association (BAA) is a creative community in South Carolina that promotes regional art all throughout the country. The city was mentioned in 2005 as one of America's top 100 art towns in John Villani's book "The 100 Best Art Towns in America: A Guide to Galleries, Museums, Festivals, Lodging and Dining" and Southern Living Magazine ranked it at number 12. Needless to say, the Beaufort Art Association is right at the center of this artistic wave.
Counting more than 175 member artists and exhibiting more than 65 in their gallery located at 913 Bay St, the BAA gives the public access to a rich variety of creations from original paintings to reproductions, photography, pottery or even jewelry!
On top of featuring the artist's work on their walls, the Beaufort Art Association Studio invites members and visitors to express their own creativity by offering affordable art classes. No need to be a Picasso, all levels are welcome. Book your class today!
This season, the BAA featured two local artists with original jewelry making skills. Jan Glover and Barbara Miller present their exhibition "Element Flair" through January 9, 2018, where fabric and fiber meet. Enjoy an opening reception on November 3, 2018, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. It's always a magical time of year!
More than just jewelry, the handmade pieces also take on a social and political statement. Glover uses Fair Trade Kazuri Beads, handmade by women of the Swahili tribe in Kenya. Every purchase enhances the lives of these women and their families by providing them with health and child care<|fim_middle|>privileged communities.
On November 18th, 2017, the Beaufort Art Association will host their annual Holiday Boutique event. "It's a great opportunity to buy original art for a small price," says Gallery Chairperson Cynthia Zeiss. Featuring limited edition creations from local artists, it's the perfect occasion to find unique gifts for your loved ones.
The Beaufort Art Association is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. With an assortment of wonderful events and carefully curated exhibits, it's no secret this beloved gallery is a delightful place to experience. Start planning your visit today!
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Emergency personnel assemble on New Walkertown Road at Kem Drive in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, near the site where a Piper PA-30 Twin Comanche plane crashed Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022.
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Freeburg couple dies in North Carolina plane crash
By Jesse Bogan St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Nov 20, 2022 Updated Nov 21, 2022
ST. LOUIS — A married Metro East couple died Saturday when the small airplane they were flying crashed in North Carolina.
Family and friends said Joseph and Patti Kreher, of Freeburg, were on their way to visit family on the East Coast for the Thanksgiving holiday when their plane went down in Winston-Salem. They said Joseph had been a pilot for many years.
The airplane, a Piper PA-30 Twin Comanche, crashed shortly after 11 a.m., according to the Winston-Salem Journal. A federal investigator told reporters at a briefing on the incident that the pilot had alerted the control tower at Smith Reynolds Airport he was having engine trouble. The plane crashed while circling for a second attempt at landing.
The Winston-Salem Journal reported that the plane initially took off from St. Louis Downtown Airport at 6:27 a.m. Saturday and landed in London, Kentucky, an hour and 45 minutes later after making a loop around the airport.
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The Krehers, married 43 years, owned General Machine, a metal fabrication shop south of Belleville.
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To get an idea of the kind of thing we're interested in, you can check out our website or our Database Masterclass. This lists all of the (many) systems<|fim_middle|> remarkable group of women unwavering in their stand to protect and care for the abused, neglected and forgotten children of Durban, South Africa. This winner of the Sundance Film Festival, World Cinema Jury Prize in Documentary, by internationally acclaimed director Kim Longinotto (SISTERS IN LAW, DIVORCE IRANIAN STYLE) and producers Teddy Leifer and Paul Taylor (WE ARE TOGETHER), follows the outspoken, multiracial cadre of Thuli, Mildred, Sdudla, Eureka and Jackie, as they wage a daily battle against systemic apathy, corruption and greed to help the most vulnerable and disenfranchised of their communities. Neither politics, nor social or racial divisions stand a chance against the united force of the women. Once again, Longinotto has managed to bring us an intimate portrait of change from Africa, this time from the new post-apartheid South Africa, a nation being transformed with hope and energy into a new democracy.
HBO Documentary Films and Channel 4 presents a WOMEN MAKE MOVIES release of a RISE Films and Vixen production, ROUGH AUNTIES, airing on HBO2, May 19 at 8 pm EST. | that gather information about children (though we should warn that we've stopped updating it now).
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Recently, several leading security<|fim_middle|>). | firms reported the existence of Regin, one of the most sophisticated malware ever discovered.
Symantec was the first to announce Regin's discovery. A competing firm, Kaspersky Lab, published a white paper on the malware a day later.
Additionally, documents leaked by Edward Snowden show that the National Security Agency employed Regin as a means of conducting surveillance on European Union computer systems.
The malware's sophistication comes from its multi-stage execution. Each stage plays a crucial role along a chain of decryption, yet none of them reveal information about any of the other stages. Regin's authors likely employed this type of design in order to avoid getting caught.
Given the fact that it also follows a modular approach and possesses an array of anti-forensic capabilities, Regin is thought to be on a level of sophistication on par with Stuxnet, according to Symantec.
At this time, however, little is known about the malware's authors.
Ronald Prins, Founder and CTO of Fox-IT, a company that was called in to analyze Belgacom's computer systems, is convinced Regin was developed by U.S. and UK intelligence agencies.
By contrast, Symantec thinks a nation-state may be behind the malware, yet it has not elaborated any further.
Initial research suggests that nearly half (48%) of all Regin infections have been used to target private individuals and small businesses based in Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Ireland, as well as other areas across Europe and MENA.
Among the individuals affected is Jean Jacques Quisquater, a well-known Belgian cryptographer who provided a sample of the malware to Kaspersky Labs after being infected earlier this year.
Even though hackers could feasibly use Regin to target anyone, they would only do so if that person was of strategic value, according to Jim Penrose, who spent 17 years at the NSA and was involved in the much-feared Tailored Access Operations group (TAO | 398 |
Telcos Declare TV Love
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ANAHEIM, Calif. -- TelcoTV -- Verizon can definitely say it's beaten out cable in one area. Too bad it's one consumers couldn't care less about.
Verizon, a telco, is claiming to be the first company to commercially deploy cable's Enhanced TV Binary Interchange Format (EBIF). It's an amusing little triumph that John Harrobin, the carrier's senior vice president of marketing and digital media, brought up during his TelcoTV keynote this morning.
Mostly, Harrobin used his keynote to declare that telcos are in the best position to steer the "revitalization" of TV, which is losing audience attention to the Internet.
His argument was a familiar one: Telcos already have the networks (both wired and wireless) and the customer relationships to put together a widespread media service across the almighty "three screens" (PC, TV, and cellphone).
"The magic happens when we connect those platforms so that customers can discover, buy, and consume content on any of those platforms. We, telcos, are in a position to do that better than anyone else, because we don't require any complicated in-home setup for the user, and we don't require any hardware," he said. (That last part is a dig at Sling Media Inc. and Roku Inc. )
TelcoTV is a show targeted at smaller operators, but attendees packed the room this morning to get a glimpse of what the big guys had to say about the state of telecom TV efforts.
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) kicked off the morning keynotes with what amounted to a state of the U-verse overview. There wasn't much new to it, but executive vice president Dan York did talk up the possibilities of three-screen convergence.
Between the two carriers, VUDU Inc. tried to make the case for being more an ally to the telcos than a threat.
VUDU's peer-to-peer video-on-demand service would seem to be a problem for telecom, because it eats up telco bandwidth while generating revenues for someone else. And Edward Lichty, executive vice president of strategy and corporate development, conceded that VUDU competes with telco TV but tried to say that doesn't make VUDU the enemy.
But what VUDU brings is a simple, desirable service that can make broadband look more attractive, he said. "I would emphasize convenience over control, because our strong view is that the customer experience is going to be the thing that drives the success of a service, not control."
Lichty, a former TiVo Inc. (Nasdaq: TIVO) exec, also had a word of warning for telcos about how quickly an Internet audience expects new features.
"When we were at TiVo, it was a great if we got one software release out a year," he said, adding that set-top box upgrades come even slower than that. But<|fim_middle|>Labs standard out to the field while the cable giants are still in the planning phase. (See Comcast, TWC Plan for EBIF.)
Harrobin also mentioned that FiOS -- and AT&T's U-verse -- will soon be delivering targeted advertising, a key element in any type of TV delivery.
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High Performance Video Transcoding on ADLINK AdvancedTCA Processor Blades with Intel Media SDK | "in the Web world, people get new features every week, every month. I think that's a fundamental shift in the living room."
VUDU puts out upgrades every six weeks, he noted. Verizon's Harrobin would later brag in his keynote that three FiOS upgrades have been downloaded to set-top boxes this year.
As for that EBIF tidbit, Verizon is using the technology to deploy onscreen widgets -- near-real-time tickers for weather, sports, or Olympic medals. A Facebook widget is also underway in the lab, Harrobin said.
That means Verizon has gotten the Cable | 122 |
As we continue to consider the prospect for global water resources, we need first to make a major adjustment to how we measure the water we use, how we value it, and how we allocate it and to whom for what purpose.
That is a huge undertaking given the fact that we have fundamentally taken water for granted and used it, while certainly knowing its essential need, with little restriction. Recently, I was visiting a friend at his new small farm in the high desert region of Oregon in a beautiful, distinctive micro-climate both wet and dry and bordered by picturesque mountain views. There were flat fields with large watering systems everywhere. At one point, he turned on pumps and began to let water collected in a pond and drawn from wells on his 40 acres to flow without purpose into the adjacent river. As a member of a local Irrigation Association, he was allocated a certain volume annually to use -- or lose. This water was being deliberately wasted. All agreed this behavior was absurd, and all realized that the historical attitudes and structures for water management in this locale were obsolete and inadequate to the changing circumstance. This problem exists worldwide, suddenly now in places where water supply has seemed secure, but long extant in places distant and poor and dry where the inhabitants have been living<|fim_middle|> ma nagement, and public education and outreach, leading to wastewater treatment and reuse on an unprecedented scale. The board also administers electricity and gas, applying similar systems and values.
This integrated holistic approach is devoutly to be wished, not always necessarily as a mammoth centralized system, but certainly as an attitude and approach that pervades water and ocean management at every level of government planning, management, and implementation. What is required is a willingness and commitment by individuals, institutions, corporations, and administrative agencies to define a "water mark," a design impressed into our very being that will guide us as citizens to the balance of water use – how much, for what, at what cost, for whom – that is essential for our future.
The global water crisis and the prospects for future water resources is forcing adjustments for how we measure the water that is used, how it is valued, and how (and to whom) it is allocated. In this episode of World Ocean Radio, first of a multi-part series, host Peter Neill will argue that what is required is a complete overhaul of the water inventory, including measurements for its use, in a new green economy.
Peter Neill, Director of the World Ocean Observatory and host of World Ocean Radio, provides coverage of a broad spectrum of ocean issues from science and education to advocacy and exemplary projects. World Ocean Radio, a project of the World Ocean Observatory, is a weekly series of five-minute audio essays available for syndicated use at no cost by college and community radio stations worldwide. A selection of episodes is now available in Portuguese, Spanish, French, and Swahili. In 2015 we will add Mandarin to our roster of global languages, enabling us to reach 75% of the world's population. For more information, visit WorldOceanObservatory.org/world-ocean-radio-global. | on marginal water for centuries.
What is required is a complete overhaul of water inventory and use measurement in a new green economy. In 2012, the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) issued an invaluable Report by a Sustainable Water Management Working Group that addressed the need and opportunities for change to water concepts and frameworks, data collection and access, and methodologies for quantifying water use and environmental impacts through such tools as water registers, accounting, scarcity indicators, use assessments, corporate monitoring, and stewardship techniques.
The Report describes the present situation of a world economy based on a global ecosystem reliant on unrestricted natural capital to provide material inputs for production, then consumed, leaving the system to absorb the waste outputs and continue with no consideration of sustainable supply, growing demand, pollution, or enhanced efficiency or conservation as part of the process.
The Report then envisions "a green economy" incorporating natural capital and ecosystem services, sustained and resilient, with a more efficient economy of manufactures and financial capital, and human well-being, social and human capital, with enhanced social equity and fair distribution of use and burden. What follows, despite the jargon of such reports, is a very new and very sensible way of understanding water as a "service" – water cycling as a supportive service, water flow control, purification, and waste treatment as a regulating service, and water for plants, fish, and organisms grown in or around the ecosystem as a provisioning service – all measured, monetized, and distributed within a very different set of social considerations and resultant actions.
The Report contains some existing, effective examples of present day best practice. For measuring water use, it cites the Jordan Water Information System, a body of data that depicts water use patterns, reveals physical water flows, provides analyses of indirect water consumption and collateral demand, and suggests ways to integrate and economize on national supply and future needs. A second example focuses on Singapore, a city of 4.4 million, that despite ample rainfall and aquifers has been challenged by the consumption requirements of both its growing population and it emergence as a major global manufacturing economy. The key to its success has been made possible by a Public Utilities Board that currently manages the entire water cycle of Singapore – to include sewerage, protection and expansion of water sources, storm-water management, desalination, demand management, pricing, community-driven programs, catchment | 477 |
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Dr Debapriya Bhattacharya. Photo: Collected
Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) today said the national budget for the 2019-20 was not placed in light of the real situation on the ground.
"Our finance minister tried to make it appear realistic but the reality has not been reflected specifically," CPD's distinguished fellow Dr Debapriya Bhattacharya said in an impromptu reaction.
The expectation and ambition of people were stated in the budget, but a specific proposal to fulfill such ambition is absent in the budget speech, he said.
Prices up, prices down
Number of reforms suggested for banking sector
The country's banking sector has experienced cancerous growth but there was no specific citation in the budget to overcome the situation, he said.
Formation of banking commission was stated in the proposed budget but when and how it be formed has not been cleared, he said.
The distinguished fellow of the independent thinktank said the national budget was not done in accordance with the election manifesto of the ruling Awami League.
"There were some specific pledges in the election manifesto of the ruling Awami League no reflection was sighted in the budget speech," he said.
The government in its pledges said that it would create three core job opportunities by 2030 but there was no specific framework on whether it will be created in town or urban areas or in government or in private sectors were not mentioned in the budget speech, he said.
He said the CPD will come up with a formal reaction on the budget around 11:00am tomorrow.
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I think this is somewhere that people often forgetting about visit, as I know it is definitely not somewhere I would have had at the top of my list. I was adamant about going to the beach for a walk last Sunday – so I'm very lucky to have a boyfriend who steered me elsewhere!
We drove from North Dublin which took no more than 35-40 minutes. Parking is right beside the visitor centre and we had timed it perfectly to get on the last tour of the evening. For €7 each a bus takes you a short ride away (no more than 5 minutes) to the Newgrange site where you meet your tour guide.
Our tour guide was lovely and told us some amazing facts about the site. Usually I am stubborn and like to visit places in my own time and I rarely opt into the tours (we even asked when we were there if we could skip it, but you can't, thankfully). He told us some amazing facts about the site that we never would have known had we just arrived on our own. The site is actually 5,000 years old – making it 500 years older than the great pyramids! This was even before the invention of the wheel so it makes it even more impressive that they carried the white, decorative stone from over 80km away. The larger decorative stones laid around the outside are estimated to have taken at least 80 men one mile to carry every day to get it to Newgrange. Considering I don't even like carrying a basket around the supermarket if I have to buy anything remotely heavy these facts absolutely blew me away!
The biggest attraction to Newgrange is the amazing events that take place around the Winter Solstice. A shaft of sunlight shines through the roof box over the entrance and penetrates the passage to light up the chamber. The dramatic event lasts for 17 minutes at dawn on the Winter Solstice and for a few mornings either side of the Winter Solstice. They re-enact what it would be like on that day when you visit but I imagine nothing compares to the real thing!
Once you are finished looking around (and not taking pictures, because it isn't allowed, but I was bold and took some anyway) you have a small bit of time to wander around the grounds before hopping back on the bus to bring you back to the visitor centre – which is quite a pretty sight in itself. Unfortunately we got there so late we didn't get time to go around the centre but I have heard nothing but great things about it so it is definitely something you should allow some time for.
Have you been to Newgrange? Is it somewhere you would like to visit?
We visited Newgrange over the summer and were really impressed! The idea that we were standing somewhere older than the pyramids was so amazing!
This sounds like a fascinating place to explore! I love historic spots like this :).
It was so nice to see! Usually you end<|fim_middle|> | up going to places beside the sea/tourist attractions like the Guinness Storehouse and forget about these places which is a shame!
Funny–I live in New York and I've been to Newgrange twice! And I'll go back again the next time I'm in Ireland. You need to go back, spend time in the very good visitors center and make sure you go to Knowth as well–it is very different and, in some ways, more impressive than Newgrange!
I'm excited to see Newgrange when we visit Dublin in November.
It is definitely somewhere you should go – it's so interesting!
Yes, a place I would like to visit, so thanks for sneaking a shot of the interior. Thanks for visiting Under Western Skies.
It really is lovely. I know I felt like such a rebel doing it, but I wanted to share the experience so badly! | 182 |
Virgo Full Moon: Presence & Flow
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(Part One — a 15 minute guided visualization/meditation for the Full Moon — is available to Patrons who have pledged at the $20+ levels. Join today at any level<|fim_middle|>ces, notices the abyss of totally undifferentiation that is the Piscean totality, and its eyes get big and it starts to hyper focus. Out of fear for what goes on in that abyss, maybe. But also out of a need to get it all done, to make all the disparate parts and all the tasks happen before the final breath takes hold.
There is a longing in Virgo. A longing to move from being special to being useful. A longing to contribute. To serve. To get it right, to make it perfect.
There's so much integrity in that process. But it can also be distorted when we forget that all of the cosmos is absolutely perfect in its imperfection. That ultimately we will have to let go, to surrender all that we have and everything we think we are in processes of death and rebirth both large and small. We exist in an infinitely loving universe, and ultimately we all go back to stardust, so…time to get to work.
What do we need to let go of to make room for our great work to commence — or continue? What emotional undercurrents that have long laid dormant have reawoken in the past few weeks, ready for release and purification? What have we learned from our patterns, and the patterns in the world around us, and how can we make use of those lessons?
Perhaps these are questions for reflection today. Regardless, time to bask in the flow…but also? Time to get shit done.
Have I said that enough yet this year? 😉
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Today's Virgo Full Moon, which highlights the Virgo-Pisces axis feels like a quiet moment of integration amidst the past few weeks of what has been an emotionally turbulent roller coaster for some. February's eclipse window brought a lot of unresolved business to the forefront. Yet it all seems like just a dream right now…doesn't it?
That's Pisces for ya.
Now, I have to make a little disclaimer. Do I do that a lot? Perhaps that's a device of my writing style, but it's also a way to keep it a little more honest. That last eclipse on February 15 was smack dab on top of my South Node, which is a karmic hotspot. Actually, I've been dancing in a big ol puddle of karmic hotsprings since the August eclipses. So when I say "emotionally turbulent roller coaster" I am very much speaking to my personal experience, as I found a whole lotta unresolved emotions — or better yet, emotions I thought I'd resolved but found out I hadn't — flowing to the surface all at once (seriously – ALL of them. At once!). That experience seems to be echoed by many around me, but not all.
It's always fascinating to become so attuned to your own triggers, and yet unable to stop the emotional response when they happen. To be able to observe and feel as your body goes into shock responses from events that passed so long ago, but not stop them with rational thinking. To have to just say, "yes, my self, my love… all those bad things have in fact happened. But you know what? You got through it. That's over now. What if you stop focusing on what you have to lose and instead imagine all that you have to gain?"
Ah, there's the inspiration. The faith. The drive to figure out how to DO the thing. That's what Virgo does. It figures out how to get the damned thing done.
This Full Moon feels like a detoxifying agent. A time for purification. More than that, though, it feels like a time for digesting and assimilating and…well…laughing. Release! Surrender. There's the Pisces. And we have Venus, Mercury, Chiron and Neptune all joining the Sun in Pisces. There's a dissolution happening. And with Jupiter trining Venus, there's a sense of reverie — of bringing our memories and our longings together in our bodies to experience the bittersweetness of life.
The Virgo, though. That's all about digestion and assimilation. Virgo is associated with the intestines, those many feet of innards through which everything we consume travels, being slowly digested and taken apart, assigned tasks, put to further use for the good of our entire being (that's the Pisces). Virgo is super task oriented. And hey — hasn't the gut been recently deemed the "second brain"? Virgo's pretty brainy. There's a lot of fine detail going into those processes, and Virgo wants to figure out how all of that works. Pretty magical, no?
Virgo energy has so much to do. So little time. Then it looks across the circle at Pis | 689 |
The latest influencer marketing trends to watch
Over the past year, the trajectory of influencer marketing experienced a slight shift, where transparency is concerned. This came after the Advertising Regulatory Board's (ARB) announced a new rule which stated that influencers are required to mark paid social media ads, as such. The board recommended that influencer marketers make use of three identifying hashtags; #ad, #advertisement and #sponsored.
By doing so, they'll be complying with the standards of the Code of Advertising, Clause 10 Section II. The ARB explained that this rule is aimed at protecting consumers, and to promote ethical conduct by brands and the marketers with whom they're affiliated.
It's a well-known fact that transparency builds trust and credibility. And that's why brands are connecting with micro-influencers and nano-influencers more than ever before. The difference between the two is that a nano-influencer typically has less than 5,000 followers, while a micro-influencer has between 10,000 to 100,000 followers. These influencer groups are perceived to be more transparent and authentic when compared to their macro-counterparts. Their messaging is deemed more relatable and therefore brings more engagement, which can lead to follower buy-in and conversion.
Micro and nano-influencer marketing are one of the few growing trends that are gaining momentum all over the globe. And, although trends come and go, they play a significant impact on returns during the moment in which they are active. This puts pressure on every content marketing agency to review and re-organise each and every influencer marketing strategy to make it reflect the new trends.
So, which new trends in influencer marketing should your brand adapt today to stay on top of this marketing game? Read on to learn more and check our guide on how to choose the right influencers to avoid an influencer scandal, which could potentially ruin your brand.
The rise of micro and nano-influencer marketing
As mentioned above, brands are learning to leverage micro and nano-influencer marketing because of the return on investment (ROI), these types of marketing efforts bring. Earlier this year, Globe Newswire reported that as influencer marketing continues to grow, brands prefer to work with micro and nano-influencers. The brands explain that this move is due to micro and nano-influencers' ability to create "quality content on channels like Instagram, while also experimenting with new channels such as TikTok."
Stricter marketer guidelines
More strict guidelines are projected ahead. As we've already seen with the new ARB rules, marketers will have to adapt as formats and policies are updated. In a world filled with fake news, fake influencer followings, distribution of disinformation, marketing, and advertising leaders are finding ways to regulate social media marketing. It's important that influencers create a distinction between organic and paid posts. Any PPC marketing agency will tell you how important distinguishing the difference is.
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Values compatibility
What we've seen in recent times is the rise of controversial content from both brands and influencers. This is an indication that it's become more urgent for the core values of all parties involved to be reviewed and matched accordingly. The compatibility will become central to influencer marketing briefs, and take priority over the number of followers. The last thing you want is for your brand to be embroiled in is a legal battle. So, do thorough research on the influencers you choose to work with.
Long-term brand-influencer relationships
Influencers are typically booked on a campaign to campaign basis. This is a trend that's on a decline as brands are now recognising the importance of long-term relationships with influencers. Doing this makes sense for the purpose of maintaining strong authenticity and credibility with customers. Additionally, measuring ROI over a long-term period can potentially prove to be more worthwhile.
Short-video content on the rise
The reception of Instagram Reels (similar to TikTok videos) is an indication that the short-video content format is on the rise. This is one of the major creative marketing trends which influencers are showing success in. More so during this pandemic period, where we continue to witness all types of challenges. For instance, the makeup challenges and the dance challenges that shot up on trends lists across the globe. So, in addition to live streaming, your brand needs to work with content creators who are up-to-date with the short-video format.
Digital marketing in South Africa is ever-evolving, and growing with it is social media marketing. No matter how tempted you may be to avoid influencer marketing, which is a huge part of social media marketing, it's impossible to do so. Moreover, there are various elements that your company can take advantage of when it comes to influencer marketing trends. To get the best results, you need to work with the right advertising agency in Cape Town like us here at Rogerwilco. Contact us today to learn more about how you can leverage influencer marketing trends to take your company to greater heights.
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France: Twin Twin get their freak on in second rehearsal
byPatrick Melbler
Wiwi: Attitude, sass, big hair—France's Twin Twin brought it all to their second rehearsal at Eurovision today. They ooze likeability and charm, and boy can Lorent work up a crowd. I found myself dancing along to their musical acid trip, and dreaming of the day I can grow a moustache of my own. They have mastered their camera angles and are really connecting with the screen. These boys have been out singing every night. And yet they still have more energy than about a dozen acts put together. Whatever they are drawing on they need to keep it up. The energy is infectious, and I hope Europe will embrace this as much as we have.
Patrick: It's a big improvement from the first rehearsal – but still lackluster! You probably all know that I'm not the biggest fan of the song, but even I have to admit that the rehearsal went very well. The colours are wonderful and the stage looks like it is on drugs… Twin Twin is a freaky band and the song is freaky aswell. YASSSSS! I still dont like the Moustache-obsession that they have! They vocals weren't good either…so they need to work on that.
Bogdan: I agree with Will. Plus, they are very now, what with their selfie-taking and the innovative frame cuts (you'll see what I mean on Saturday). They improved the most of all the Big 5+1 today. I was initially worried at the first rehearsals, but the guys have obviously been taking lessons and the second rehearsal looked perfect to me, down to the vocals and the BIG smiles. They'll bring A LOT of fun to the Grand Final!
France will perform in the second half of the grand<|fim_middle|> like they really want to have a good time and to do well. Their acoustic version is also really good so all they need to do is get the crowd going and bring the arena live. Dont think they will win but im saying around the middle of the board? But if they dont pull it off then lower down =/ Good luck though!
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A song like this, unless it is sung perfectly well, is in for a flop. And this is not sung well. Have we learned nothing since Cascada? It's like uptempo music cannot require a great singer… It is extremely catchy and I enjoy listening to it, however the studio version and sound only.
One other thing that annoys me, I have to say, is the apology of drugs that more than one has made upon reviewing this. Hey, you know, there are plenty of us who do not appreciate drug-taking, let alone condoning their use. Just thinking out loud…
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From this video it seems to me that the vocalist lacks any self-confidence and they have trouble filling the huge stage instead of owning it with their big party song.
This is exactly the kind of thing that France should start sending at Eurovision. However I wish they did it with better performers… | final
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Twin Twin
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Patrick, our Malta and Austria correspondent, lives on the small island of Malta where he moved all alone by the age of 17. He's been a Eurovision fanatic since he first watched the contest in 2006. A seasoned orator, he placed second in a nationwide speech contest 2 years ago and won the top trophy last year back in Austria. His favourite national selection is Melodifestivalen and his biggest wish is to watch Eurovision live again. Follow him on Twitter: @eurovisionboy77. You can also keep up with the latest Eurovision news and gossip by following wiwibloggs.com on Twitter and Facebook.
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I did have a blowout with my boyfriend last night and haven't had the chance to apologize, since he has been avoiding me and went to work. I understand, though. Most of the things I said were really hurtful and actually were my own frustrations with myself. Its really not fair to take out your insecurities on the people you love. I feel terrible about it. I hope I can catch him tonight when he gets home from work, but I may fall asleep. The one good thing is that I do not even feel like binging on food, because I realized my disappointments directed at him are things only I can fix.
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I was concerned about the slight fever I had that night, but it was gone in the morning and has not returned. (I did my best to "sweat it out" as my parents taught me, and I hope that helped.) I don't have any insurance, so I'm trying to just rest yesterday and today and hope that it passes. (Also, I have been gargling salt water frequently.) I'm tired of waiting to work out; it feels so wrong, now, to miss workouts. This is a great sign for me, because that means I've made it a habit already! I'm back to working out tomorrow, because I'm feeling better. Its not completely gone, but I can't stand not burning any calories!
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The Dalesway
Every May come rain or shine - usually rain- a group of grey haired men descends on some undeserving part of the UK and attempts to drink their way along a long distance path. This year (the 20th year) the treatment was dished out to the Dalesway and for my money, a large amount of which was spent on some truly excellent beer, it was one of the best. If you want a gentle walk through some pleasant countryside then the Dalesway has a lot to recommend it.
The Dalesway goes from Ilkley in Yorkshire to Windermere in Cumbria. It's an easy 80 mile walk that follows the River Wharf up a valley to northern England's main watershed and then descends down to the shores of Lake Windermere.
At the start of the Dales Way
Although the walk visits two national parks (the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District) it's not, for some reason, a national long distance path. It is however reasonably waymarked and there is a lot of information about it on the web. It's marked up on Ordnance Survey maps and you can find GPS trails to download. It's also a very popular and when we walked it in May there were plenty of other walkers enjoying the same route.
Great places to stay
The usual schedule takes 6 days but we had to fit it into 5 (Monday to Friday and the afternoon train from Windermere back to London). A five day schedule works and even if you take six days there is still a long walk in the middle where accommodation, particularly for groups, is in short supply.
Although you can't count on dry weather in the north of England it wasn't bad when were there. We had one damp day but saw sun on the other four. But the intensely green landscape, gorgeous in May, is a product of lots of rainfall.
Crossing a stile at Cam Houses
Green grass also means livestock, dry stone walls, huge numbers of stiles to climb and gates to pass through. These were all well maintained and in excellent condition, but if you were camping and carrying big bags (or just a bit on the porky side) progress may be seriously impeded.
Stepping stones at Bolton Abbey
We didn't camp (of course) and instead enjoyed some of the plentiful and generally speaking excellent accommodation. Universally good was the beer, which just gets better and better. As an ex-Northerner I used to annoy old friends by claiming that the beer in London was superior to what I had been bought up on, and40 years ago when I arrived down south it was. But now it's<|fim_middle|> open moors are wonderful with highlights provided by the Ribblehead Viaduct and the Three Peaks (Pen-y-Ghent, Ingleborough and Whernside). Just beyond Cam Houses the route reaches its highest point (521m) and briefly joins the Pennine Way as it follows an old pack horse route west towards Ingleborough. After heading north across more open moor it drops down again into a dale, passes under the Dent Head Viaduct (part of the Carlisle Settle line) and heads along a very pretty road to Cow Dub and the first pub since Hubberholme. After something resembling a tough walk the Dales Way returns to more mannered ways and follows an easy path along a lovely green valley to the wonderful village of Dent.
The highest point on the Dales Way
Day 4 Dent to Burneside (27.4 km or 17 miles)
Our fourth day was spoilt a bit by the weather - it rained and drizzled all day, a shame because it was a nice route.
Heading towards Ingleborough
The first part continues west along Dentdale before heading north towards Sedbergh, a picturesque market town with as yet unfulfilled aspirations to compete with Hay on Wye as a northern centre for books. Although the path doesn't actually go into town, it seemed a shame to miss it, particularly on a wet day, and we stopped for sandwiches before heading north and west out of town (cutting off a bit of the Dales Way in the process). You then head north along another intensely green valley following the wonderful River Lune before passing under a huge Victorian Viaduct (the disused Low Gill Viaduct) at Beck Foot, heading west to cross the M6 over a footbridge. Continuing east we got our first views of the peaks in the Lake District. After passing several large almost stately homes we reached Burneside from where we headed cross country down to Kendle and a boring walk into the centre of town.
Day 5 Burneside to Bowness (15km or 9.5 miles)
Given the need to get to Windermere in time for the train a shorter low stress day was the perfect end for the walk, and after a horrible wet start the sun actually came out.
The western end of the Dalesway
We got a bus back to Burneside from Kendle and after making our way around the paper mill (where apparently some of the highest quality paper in the world is manufactured) followed the River Kent through meadows north east towards Staveley. After passing underneath the railwayline to the south of Stavely and over the A591 the walk got even better and the last part, when we crossed Fell Plain, was excellent. Although the weather wasn't perfect we got great views of the peaks in the Lake District and, on the final descent down into Bowness, of Windermere itself. Into one last pub in Bowness and there was just enough money in the beer kitty for another couple of pints - a perfect end for a walk and the right preparation for a snoozy train journey back to London.
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Labels: Dalesway | just as good up north and is of course cheaper. Speaking as someone who does a lot of walking in Europe, the quality and variety of beer in UK pubs is a major attraction, just as important as say wine is in France.
Approaching Dent
We stayed in lovely, picture postcard, towns and villages. Some I had been to before - Ilkley and Grassington - but some were new. Dent was a particularly nice surprise - all cobbled stones and narrow streets - and would have been the perfect choice for the Hovis advert if Shaftesbury hadn't grabbed the role first. It also had two excellent pubs.
Day 1 - Ilkley to Grassington (26.3km or 16.4 miles).
The opening day involved a gentle walk along a particularly well-trodden route, with a lot of hard surfaces on the first half. Even on a Monday the path was busy with the ruins of Bolton Abbey attracting daytrippers. If Grassington is too far then Burnsall, getting ready for the Tour de France when we stopped for an afternoon cup of tea, is the obvious alternative. It has plenty of accommodation set around a large village green in a lovely valley bottom setting. Grassington, the 'capital' of Upper Wharfedale, is I think even better. It has a lovely cobbled square and there are more pubs to choose from.
Bolton Abbey
Day 2 Grassington to Swarthgill (29km or 18 miles).
From Grassington the route heads into classic limestone countryside and starts to feel drier and more remote. The first half to Kettlewell is particularly nice. Here it leaves the river, goes higher and crosses some classic limestone landscape. After Kettlewell, another lovely village (accommodation, pubs and tea houses) which was making frenzied preparations for the Tour de France, the path runs along the bottom of the dale alongside the River Wharfe past potential stops at Starbotton, Buckden and Hubberholme. The George Inn is last pub this side of the watershed and is closed on Tuesdays!
The limestone to the north of Grassington
Swarthgill, an old gated farmstead right on top of the moor, provides accommodation on a semi-self catering basis and is a nice place and surprisingly remote.
Day 3 Swarthgill to Dent (21 km or 13 miles).
Crossing the moors on the way to Cam Houses
The first half of the walk, where the watershed is finally crossed at Cam Houses, is the toughest and remotest part of the route but with excellent views. The huge | 546 |
Homework Support: Who Do I Choose?
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Does he need help with homework?
Identifying homework support isn't always as easy as calling a math or English tutor. Sometimes finding the right type of homework support is difficult because what is needed is not just help in one subject, but support for underlying weaknesses, that impact academic learning.
In order to get the right kind of help with homework, it is important to understand that you, the parent, are your child's greatest resource. You may not teach academics, but you facilitate, create, and support the academic environment. Your knowledge and involvement is critical when trying to identify the right type of homework support to address the problems. Speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, counselors, learning resource teachers, special education teachers, educational therapist, and classroom teachers are all valuable team members with specialized skills and experiences, but your observations provide insight into your child's behavior. Write down what you observe during homework time. Reach out to your child's teacher to discuss your observations. Here are strategies on how to effectively talk to your child's teacher.
Make Observations: What exactly is happening during homework time?
Questions to ask yourself when observing homework.
Does your child have difficulty formulating ideas, organizing their thoughts or with the physical act of writing?
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Are they distracted by noise in the environment?
Do they want to listen to music or watch television and do homework at the same time?
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Creating a good homework environment while making your observations allows you to experiment with factors and document change. Each child is different. One might need noise in order to accomplish their work others are distracted by noise. Some kids have difficulty with the process of learning while other others have problems getting their ideas down on paper. If after observing and making adjustments at home homework is still a challenge it is time to request an academic assessment at your local public school or find a private psychologist to perform neuropsychological testing.
Neuropsychological testing attempts to identify the underlying weaknesses and causes of learning problems using a variety of tools and measures, but it is only a snapshot of someone's ability at any given time.<|fim_middle|> more concerned with evaluating whether the child has the skills in a structured environment to do academic tasks. The difference is life. In life, tasks are not structured. We have to respond and react to what happens around us gathering information through all our sense and responding instantaneously. In the typical classroom, students have structured tasks they are expected to respond to in a particular way. Sometimes students are very good at responding to structured tasks, but can not respond well to social interactions or unstructured tasks, high functioning autism students fall into this category. There are other students that as long as the tasks are unstructured they do well. As soon as, they have to respond in a certain way they are unable to give the correct answer. We see this with language disabled and ADHD students. They have learned strategies to navigate unstructured and high-interest tasks, but are challenged when required to respond in a specific way because their strategies no longer work.
Whether your child is in a private school or public school they are eligible for an academic assessment at their local public school; however, if the results are unclear or you have the resources for a full neuropsychological evaluation you will understand your child to a greater degree. In addition, the evaluation will make suggestions regarding support services that are beneficial for your student. Once you receive the assessment results matching lagging skills to the right homework support is much easier.
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Alan Mackie now calls Atlanta home, but he hails from Edinburgh, Scotland. Six years ago, he set up his business, Get the Data, in London, then officially launched it in Atlanta.
Mackie refers to the type of work he does as "social impact analytics." Get the Data collects and analyzes information for government and non-profit organizations that want to make a difference in society by tracking issues like criminal justice, homelessness and at-risk youth. Predictive analysis and impact evaluation are used to improve outcomes for these marginalized groups. They provide objectivity by reducing issues to facts for the good of society.
Get the Data also helps immigrants and refugees. In fact, they've analyzed data for the International Rescue Committee, examining the impact of resettlement programs for refugees and those displaced by war, persecution and natural disaster.
"Immigrants are not coming to harm us. They come with skills and talents. The U.S. needs a fair system; it shouldn't be controversial," said Mackie.
Additionally, Get the Data has worked with Gideon's Promise, a non-profit organization based in Atlanta that partners with public defender offices around the country to implement best practices in public defense, transforming the culture of the criminal justice system. Mackie looks at the relationship between public defenders and clients to discover what measures can be taken to provide quality and fair legal representation.
Mackie's legal background first led him to work for the British government's equivalent of the Department of Justice. After 25 years of policy work, he came to appreciate the role empirical data plays in having an impactful argument.
"When you don't have data, the people who suffer tend to remain invisible," he said. "When you start counting things, you put a spotlight on those that are disadvantaged and marginalized."
Mackie is one of Decatur CoWorks' original members, having been here since opening night. Prior to moving to the U.S., he looked into coworking in London, but felt skeptical about the concept. However, he has since found that coworking helps him be productive and social.
In his spare time, Mackie enjoys gardening and gradually taming his "wild yard." He also loves the arts and attends theater, symphony and live music events. He still has a flat in London and visits about four times per year.
Mackie's ideal collaborators are people who want to make a change. He says, "In the current political climate, the big story always seems so depressing. But everyday, I read about someone who is going against that track. There are still people trying to make the justice system more fair. I think that's very encouraging."
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Temperate Tree Fruit and Vegetable Research: Wapato, WA
ARS Home » Pacific West Area » Wapato, Washington » Temperate Tree Fruit and Vegetable Research » Research » Publications at this Location » Publication #305675
Title: First report of 'Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum' on carrot in Africa
TAHZIMA, R - Institute For Agricultural And Fisheries Research (ILVO)
MAES, M - Institute For Agricultural And Fisheries Research (ILVO)
ACHBANI, E - National Institute Of Agronomic Research Of Morocco (INRA)
Swisher Grimm, Kylie
Munyaneza, Joseph - Joe
DE JONGHE, K - Institute For Agricultural And Fisheries Research (ILVO)
Submitted to: Plant Disease
Citation: Tahzima, R., Maes, M., Achbani, E.H., Swisher Grimm, K.D., Munyaneza, J.E., De Jonghe, K. 2014. First report of 'Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum' on carrot in Africa. Plant Disease. 98:1426.
Interpretive Summary: Liberibacter is a new and economically important bacterium that severely damages several crops including potato in the Americas and New Zealand and carrots in Europe. This plant pathogen is transmitted to these<|fim_middle|> Finland (Accession No. GU477255). A single consensus sequence was also obtained from the adk amplicons and was deposited in GenBank as Accession No. KJ740162. The sequence was 98% identical to the analogous adk sequence of 'Ca. L. solanacearum' from Texas (Accession No. CP002371). Similarly, the rpIJ/rpIL amplicons resulted in a single consensus sequence (deposited in GenBank as Accession No. KJ754506) that was 100% identical to the sequences of the analogous rpIJ/rpIL ribosomal protein gene of 'Ca. L. solanacearum' from mainland Spain (Accession No. HQ454310) and the Canary Islands (Accession No. HQ454321). To our knowledge, this is the first report of the occurrence of 'Ca. L. solanacearum' in Morocco and Africa, suggesting a wider distribution of the bacterium in carrot crops in the Mediterranean region, including North Africa. 'Ca. L. solanacearum' has caused economic damages to carrot and celery crops in the Canary Islands and mainland Spain, France, Sweden, Norway, and Finland. This bacterium has also caused millions of dollars in losses to potato and several other solanaceous crops in the United States, Mexico, Central America, and New Zealand. Given the economic impact of 'Ca. L. solanacearum' on numerous important crops worldwide, it is imperative that preventive measures be taken to limit its spread. | crops by psyllids, serious insect pests in the United States. Researchers at USDA-ARS Wapato in Washington, in collaboration with scientists at the Institute for Agricultural and Fisheries Research in Belgium and the National Institute for Agricultural Research in Morocco, discovered time that this bacterium was infecting carrot crops in Morocco, posing a serious threat to the vegetable industry in Africa. Information from this research will help affected carrot producers in Africa and elsewhere reduce damage caused by this important plant pathogen by effectively monitoring and controlling its psyllid insect vectors to prevent spread of the bacterium.
Technical Abstract: In March of 2014, carrot plants (Daucus carota L. var. Mascot) exhibiting symptoms of yellowing, purpling, and curling of leaves, proliferation of shoots, formation of hairy secondary roots, general stunting and plant decline were observed in commercial fields in the Gharb region of Morocco. The symptoms resembled those caused by phytoplasmas, Spiroplasma citri, or 'Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum' infection. About 30% of the plants in each field were symptomatic and plants were infested with unidentified psyllid nymphs; psyllids are known vectors of 'Ca. L. solanacearum'. A total of 10 symptomatic and 2 asymptomatic plants were collected from three fields. Total DNA was extracted from petiole and root tissues of each of the carrots, using the CTAB buffer extraction method. The DNA samples were tested for phytoplasmas and spiroplasmas by PCR but none of these pathogens were detected in any of the samples. The DNA extracts were then tested for 'Ca. L. solanacearum' by PCR using specific primer pairs OA2/OI2c, Lso adkF/R and CL514F/R, to amplify a partial fragment of the 16S rDNA, the adenylate kinase gene and rpIJ/rpIL 50S rDNA ribosomal protein genes, respectively, of 'Ca. L. solanacearum'. DNA samples from all 10 symptomatic carrots yielded a specific band of 1168 bp for the 16S rDNA fragment, 770 bp for the adenylate kinase fragment and 669 bp for rpIJ/rpIL, indicating the presence of 'Ca. L. solanacearum'. No 'Ca. L. solanacearum' was detected in the 2 asymptomatic plants. DNA amplicons of three plant samples (one plant/field) with each primer pair were directly sequenced (Macrogen Inc., Amsterdam, The Netherlands). BLAST analysis of the 16S rDNA amplicons resulted in a single consensus sequence (deposited in GenBank as Accession No. KJ740159) that showed 99% nucleotide identity to the 16S rDNA sequence of 'Ca. L. solanacearum' from carrots in | 637 |
Thomas Smith is Senior Project Architect for Globe Life Field in Arlington
Ross Ufberg
On Opening Day in 2020, 40,000 spectators will fill Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, to watch the Texas Rangers baseball team inaugurate their new field. Most fans won't have any idea who built the stadium, but at least one person in the stands will: Thomas Smith, senior project architect at HKS, the global architecture firm that designed the place. As a kid, Smith came with his family to see the Rangers play in their original home, Arlington Stadium, so being the project architect for the new digs is something of a dream come true for him.
Because of high, humid summer temperatures and plenty<|fim_middle|> back to the days of Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan. "The Rangers are definitely a top-notch organization that have this vision of what they want and have been great along the way in terms of working together. As minor things popped up, we worked through those issues and found solutions to them, along with the construction team from Manhattan Construction Company."
Things have come full circle in a way for Thomas Smith: "When The Ballpark in Arlington (now Globe Life Park) opened in April of 1994 my mom, my brother and I attended a pre-season game that year. When I first stepped in those gates and experienced the concourses, all the amenities, that was the first time I realized that you could apply architecture to sports." Globe Life Field isn't the only sports project Smith has worked on—he's been working in sports facility design since he started his internship at HKS 19 years ago, and has been a part of projects ranging from college facilities to the professional ranks in football, basketball, and hockey, along with his specialty in baseball. "Sports was such a passion of mine growing up that I took that next step and realized, I can combine sports and architecture and make a career out of it," Smith adds. And with the stadium measuring 1.7 million square feet, with five entrances, 780 foundation piers and 6,500 cubic yards of concrete columns, this stadium is sports architecture in a very big way. Fitting, for as they say, everything's bigger in Texas.
Check out the hotel that gives guests a clear view of the ballpark thanks to an all-glass façade.
Author: Ross Ufberg
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Ross Ufberg has written for a variety of national magazines and newspapers, covering everything from country music to religion to the Cold War.
Real-World Responsibility | of precipitation in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, the stadium will feature a state-of-the-art operable roof. Smith believes fans will be "blown away" by the roof, since with traditional domed stadiums or operable roofs, there's minimal daylight. But at the new stadium, "we've worked to really concentrate on maximizing natural light," he says. There's an entire development going on outside the stadium, with a new hotel (also designed by HKS), restaurants, bars and entertainment areas, arranged around an outdoor plaza. The north wall of the stadium is entirely curtain wall, and will look out onto the hotel and plaza. "The stadium is going to feel connected to that outdoor space—it'll have an outdoor feel with indoor climate control."
As project architect, it is Smith's job to make sure the entire team of architects, designers and consultants are on the same page and moving forward. On a project like this, there will be different project architects for the roof, the interior, the concourse and the exterior envelope. Smith works with all of them to ensure that everybody is on the same page. "I'm looking over the whole team holistically," he explains. "I'm trying to make sure that each of them has the information that they need." Considering the magnitude of the project, this is no small feat.
Throughout the process Smith relied on technology to ease the collaboration, communication, and efficiency of delivery. One tool that has been essential for HKS is Bluebeam Revu. The collaboration and editing software made the process "much more efficient," Smith says, "and allowed myself and others to spend time where it matters." In the early phases of the project, he used Studio Sessions, a real-time collaboration capability in Revu, to coordinate with the many other architects, designers and consultants working on the project. In all, about 60 people from HKS's offices alone have worked on Globe Life Field.
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Kitchens Are Monkey Business: Christmas In Paris. A Night At The Saltbox Café.
The Hawthornes are at one of their favorite restaurants.
The first dinner we experienced was from Spain.
The second dinner was from Argentina.
were thoughtfully paired<|fim_middle|> and spinach.
by a touch of lemon zest, which adds grip.
Finishes with an echo of citrus skin."
OK. I'll go with that.
and topped with delicate threads of potato.
with a 2013 Domiane Dupeuble Beaujolais Blanc.
Very nice with the beurre blanc in the monkfish.
Can I just get a side of the sauce?
operated by 13th generation vintners.
It was described as "biting into a grape."
foraged for in the wilds of Colington.
Loved watching him crack these into the pan.
On to the fourth course.
it's hard to hear your own tablemates.
and potatoes roasted in duck fat.
and delivered a clean finish.
On to the fifth course.
with fois gras and a truffle demi-glace.
so I could get the tips of the asparagus.
A 2010 Chateau Belair Haut Medoc was served.
orange chantilly cream, and raspberry.
we were instructed to take a sip of the wine.
when the whole is more than the sum of its parts.
is scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, at 5 PM.
Call The Saltbox Café at 252-255-5594 for reservations.
Catherine, it's always wonderful at The Saltbox.
Come on down, Marilyn! The Hawthorne Boys are going tonight for a repeat dinner. | with each course.
The appetizer course is laid out on the counter.
I'm an old lady woman.
with heat that sneaks up on you.
and I don't know what other cheese.
crostini with what I thought was whipped butter.
Mr. H. said, "No, I taste bleu cheese."
is that certain restaurants actually grant my wishes.
They let me come back into the kitchen to shoot pics.
Can't do it at the table.
And I never do flash in a restaurant.
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Giant magneto-optic response in rare-earth doped glasses and manufacturing of related devices and sensors
Lead Research Organisation: University of Southampton
Department Name: Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC)
The magneto-optic effect is the core part of optical isolators and widely used in optical sensors. The market of optical isolators was estimated to be $0.7B in 2016 and is expected to grow at 5% per annum while that of optical fibre sensors has grown continuously in the last two decades and from $3.38B in 2016 it is expected to reach $5.98B in 2026.
To date fiberized devices and sensors based on the magneto optic effect have relied on simple telecom fibres or hybrid solutions with expensive crystals. This project proposes new manufacturing technologies for high performance optical isolators and current/magnetic field sensors aimed to replace the traditional hybrid approach based on crystals with novel glasses/fibres.
This approach relies on our recent discovery that slightly-doped Gd-doped glass fibres exhibit a giant magneto-optic coefficient, similar to crystals, yet maintaining low-cost, low loss and high compatibility with fibres. This proposed programme spans from the investigation of giant magneto-optic effect in slightly doped glasses to the manufacture of specialty silica fibres, through the design of fiberized isolators and novel fibre based frequency conversion devices, and their combination in suitable systems for applications in security, industry and medicine.
Although the initial effort will relate to the fabrication and characterization of novel glass compositions for glasses and fibres with giant magneto-optic response, the newly developed fibres will then be used to manufacture novel sensors and devices for selected practical industrial implementations in optical isolators and magnetic/current sensing.
This project aims to develop novel manufacturing technologies for devices and sensors based on the magneto-optic effect. This is based on the newly discovered response of Gd-doped glasses, that exhibited a response consistent with a Verdet constant 100 times larger than conventional telecom or spun fibres and even larger than conventional crystals (TGG) commonly used to manufacture optical isolators.
The main application of this proposal outcome resides in the industrial exploitation for the many applications where a strong response to the magnetic field is fundamental: high power fibre lasers for metal processing, security, oil/gas industry, magnetic anomalies detection, power delivery lines and specialty optical fibres, just to cite a few.
The UK economy has important players in all these fields. For example, SPI lasers, JK lasers and Fianium are major manufacturers of optical fibre lasers for marking / material processing, Fibercore is the world leader of specialty fibre manufacturing, Salunda, Sensa, Schlumberger are major players in the field of oil/gas support services.
The global market for high power fibre lasers exceeded $1B and the UK holds more than 10% of the business - most of which lies in companies spun out from the ORC. Current applications are now focussed mainly on metal processing, with an increase interest from defence. All the lasers need optical isolators, which are currently manufactured overseas. It is reasonable to expect that the possibility to manufacture optical isolators locally would increase the competitivety of British laser companies.
From the knowledge point of view, this project will contribute to advances in multiple ways: it will develop new materials, new fibres, new techniques for in-fibre devices and optical isolators, and novel sensors which can be exploited in other fields for a wealth of applications. New techniques include: novel in-fibre devices, novel optical isolation techniques, sensors capable to measure 1nT magnetic fields, sensors capable to measure sub-ns current pulses. Although this proposal has Engineering targets like the manufacture of four deliverables for industrial partners, it will also include Scientific advances related to a number of subjects: materials with giant magneto-optic properties, the study of Gd-ion solubility and the effect of their concentration effect on the magneto-optic property to name but a few.
From the societal point of view, the successful completion of this project would increase the availability of high quality well paid jobs in the photonics industry (photonics manufacturing have an added value that is three times larger than the average value for UK manufacturing). It could also make medical scanners cheaper and more sensitive, thus improving their availability in NHS facilities.
On a long term (10-50 years) basis, it is reasonable to assume that the market for fibre laser sources will continue to increase and replace more conventional lasers, especially for application in the processing and marking of different types of materials. Similarly, as two of the largest manufacturers of optical fibre lasers are based in the UK, it is realistic to expect that the fraction of the world laser market taken over by British companies will increase. It is also reasonable to expect a more significant impact of high power fibre lasers on manufacturing as a critical component (the optical isolator) will become cheaper and readily available because of the improved sovereign capabilities.
EP/S013776/1
Gilberto Brambilla
Materials Synthesis & Growth (15%)
Optical Devices & Subsystems (65%)
University of Southampton, United Kingdom (Lead Research Organisation)
Defence Science & Tech Lab DSTL, United Kingdom (Project Partner)
Fibercore Ltd, United Kingdom (Project Partner)
SPI Lasers UK Ltd, United Kingdom (Project Partner)
<|fim_middle|>maeel (Researcher)
Martynas Beresna (Researcher) http://orcid.org/0000-0003-2427-3129 | Gilberto Brambilla (Principal Investigator)
Jayanta Kumar Sahu (Co-Investigator)
Ali Masoudi (Researcher)
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Student Scores Spot on National Golf Team
Chris Hemmerich
Like many Canadian boys, U of G student Chris Hemmerich dreamed of one day playing in the NHL.
But his decision to eventually replace his hockey stick with a golf club was one of the best ones he has ever made.
Over the last year, the 21-year-old's skills on the golf course have earned him second place at the Canadian University/College Championships, the gold medal at the Ontario University Athleltics (OUA) and a spot on Team Canada's national golf team for a second consecutive year.
"I was a decent hockey player, but I knew I was definitely better at golf," says the fourth-year bachelor of commerce student. "I started playing golf competitively as a teenager, but never really thought about a future in the sport until about a year or two ago."
Now the Kitchener native's future aspirations include becoming a successful professional golfer after graduation in the spring, earning a spot in the U.S. Open and representing Canada in the 2016 Olympics.
These may seem like lofty goals, but it's Hemmerich's ambition and<|fim_middle|> birdies in a row and still maintain his composure. His even-tempered attitude is a great strength on the golf courses and is one he employs well. "
Hemmerich's father introduced his son to the game when he was 10. Despite his keen interest in hockey and a number of other sports, as he grew up Hemmerich never stopped golfing.
"It's a fun sport. You get to spend five hours outdoors with friends. It's great social time."
Hemmerich says he also enjoys the unpredictability of the game.
"It's not like in other sports, which are pretty much stationary and stay the same. A basketball court is the same no matter where you are playing, but with golf elements of the game are always changing. Your shots will be different each time you play a course and the conditions will be different, too. It could be windy at one hole and raining by the time you reach the next."
The element of the unknown is what makes competitive golf stressful, but also exciting, he adds.
Despite his plans to become a professional golfer, Hemmerich is trying to stay focused on his studies in between training for Team Canada.
"I think it's important to have a university degree to fall back on just in case things don't work as a professional golfer."
He is eager to begin his golf career, but admits he will miss his Gryphon teammates.
"I've had a lot of fun playing for U of G. I have made some great friends on the team and even live with a few of my teammates. My time at Guelph has been amazing."
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Lead photo: Training takes up 11 months of the year
Homepage Top Stories | confidence that have helped him become one of the top amateur golfers in Canada, says Gryphon golf team coach Bob Wanzel.
"Chris is easy to coach because he is driven to attain the goals he has set out for himself," says Wanzel, who has been coaching the team with Toronto golf professional Brandon McLeod for the past three years. "He doesn't wonder how he will do or worry about the competition. He just focuses and believes he can win."
Hemmerich joined the Gryphon team in his first year at U of G and is currently the team captain. His impressive golf skills and dedication motivate his fellow teammates to improve their own game, says Wanzel.
"The rest of the team wants to raise their play because of being around Chris."
This year the Gryphon men's team tied the University of Waterloo for third place at the OUA and will compete in the national championships in Winnipeg in May with Hemmerich leading the way.
"He's a great talent," says McLeod. "He's very easy to discuss golf technique and strategy with, and it's been a pleasure watching him grow these last three years into a good leader. Working with a talent like Chris is fun, but it's even more fun because he is a good guy with a great attitude."
When Hemmerich isn't competing with the Gryphon team, he is training or playing in tournaments across North America with Team Canada's national golf team. So far he has had great success at the national level, placing second in the Canada Amateur and qualifying twice for the United States Amateur.
That's likely because Hemmerich spends 11 months of the year working on his golf game. He only had a few weeks off between the end of the U of G season in October and the beginning of training for Team Canada in November.
But it's not the physical training that Hemmerich finds tiring.
"Golf is very mentally draining," he says. "You can hit so many good shots and not be rewarded. In hockey you may hit the post once a game, but in golf it can happen over and over again, because all it takes is a gust of wind. There are constant triggers that can impact your focus, but if you let them affect you, you will never do well. You have to be mentally tough and shake it off. "
McLeod points to Hemmerich's "even-keeled" personality as one of the major reasons for his achievements in the sport.
"He is never too up and never too down. This is why he can bounce back after mistakes and is also what allows him to make a pile of | 535 |
Massive injury boost for Everton tempered by Mason Holgate concern
Date published: Sunday 6th September 2020 10:49
Defender Yerry Mina has made a timely return to fitness as manager Carlo Ancelotti has an injury worry over fellow centre-back Mason Holgate ahead of the new season starting next weekend.
Holgate, the Toffees' most consistent central defender in the latter half of the previous campaign following Ancelotti's arrival in December, limped off in the first half of Saturday's 2<|fim_middle|> SWITCH
Brazil international Allan has claimed he is "immensely happy" after becoming Everton's first signing of the summer.
The 29-year-old midfielder is reunited with Toffees boss Carlo Ancelotti, with whom he worked at the Serie A club. He has signed a three-year contract for an initial fee believed to be around £21.7million.
Allan featured in 61 matches for Ancelotti at Napoli. And he admitted he could not turn down the opportunity to work with the Italian again.
"It is a real pleasure to sign for Everton. I am immensely happy to be here," he told evertontv.
"I hope, like I have done in my entire career, I contribute with my performances. Together with my team-mates I will put in some great games, great performances and win important things." Read more…
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It is understood the 23-year-old left Goodison Park on crutches and will be assessed on Sunday.
However, Mina, who missed the last three matches of last season with a thigh injury and has not featured in pre-season, will be fully fit for their opener at Tottenham in a week's time.
"Mason had a problem with his toe. I hope it will be nothing serious," Ancelotti told evertontv.
"Yerry started to train this week and he is going to be fit for Sunday."
Ancelotti's other options in central defence are Michael Keane, who will return to the squad on Wednesday after international duty with England, and 18-year-old Jarrad Branthwaite, who only made his senior debut in July.
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Club of Thame and District
Business in the Community - Tree Planting Rotary Phoenix - Business in the Community Volunteering Phoenix Community Club Supporting the Environment Thame Rotary Swimathon Join Rotary Community/Vocational New Generations International/Foundation Fundraising & Charitable Donations
River Thame clean up
Sun, May 8th 2022 at 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
20 volunteers have managed to clear the Oxfordshire bank of the Scotgrove Stream, a tributary of the river Thame
Following an appeal from Rotary Phoenix in Thame & District, Thame Wombles and Thame Green Living 20 volunteers have managed to clear the Oxfordshire bank of the Scotgrove Stream, a tributary of the river Thame over the weekend of 7 and 8 May 2022. An area of almost 200 metres long running from Travelodge to Starbucks coffee shop at the Thame Services area by the B4011 road was cleared.
The volunteers tackled mainly dead branches of wood which would block the river flow during winter and cause unwanted flooding in the area. The equivalent of 20 builder bags of dead wood have been collected as well as one builder bag of non-recyclable waste. The most unusual item found in the stream was an old office chair.
It is hoped that work carried would help reduce the flooding. However, more work is required on the Buckinghamshire side of the stream.
Marius Ciortan, representing Rotary Phoenix said: "I would like to thank all volunteers for their energy and enthusiasm in clearing up the Oxfordshire bank of the Scotgrove Stream. We will plan the next phase of the clean-up in the coming days. We would also like to be able to organise similar River Thame clean up events every year."
About the event: this project is part of Rotary Thames Valley's Thame and tributaries clean up scheduled to take place across River Thames and its tributaries over the 7 and 8 May weekend. Apart from Thame, volunteers in Henley, Maidenhead and Bourne End supported this project. The objectives of this initiative include<|fim_middle|> Rotary year.
Thame Rotary Swimathon
Thame Rotary Swimathon - a fun and fundraising event on behalf of local charities.
Rotary Club of Thame & District warmly welcomes enquiries from anyone interested to join Rotary.
Community/Vocational
In the following paragraphs you can find out about more some of the events organised by this action group.
New Generations
This section provides a summary of the activities carried out by the New Generations Action Group.
International/Foundation
Rotary Club of Thame has sponsored & supported International projects for nearly 50 years.
Fundraising & Charitable Donations
The aim of this action group is to coordinate the fundraising activities of the club for the chosen charities of the year. | : reduce the amount of plastic and other debris in the River Thames and tributaries, raise awareness of the issues of plastic waste finding its way into the water table and oceans, work and engage with other local environment groups, raise awareness of Rotary as a responsible environmental activist, respect the river users and the wildlife.
To find out more about the organisations involved, please visit www.thame.rotary1090.org or www.facebook.com/thamerotary or www.instagram.com/thame.rotary
https://www.thamegreenliving.org.uk/
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Rotary Phoenix club's doors are largely open to welcome new volunteer members, women and men.
Contact Marius Ciortan about this page:
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Business in the Community - Tree Planting
Rotary Phoenix collaborated with Trees for Thame and local businesses to plant 30m of hedging and 35 trees in the Queen Elizabeth Circle recreation area and a further 12 trees at Hamilton Drive.
Rotary Phoenix - Business in the Community Volunteering
Rotary's Business in the Community Volunteering Programme involves volunteers from local businesses joining employees from other businesses, to undertake community projects, during working hours.
Phoenix Community Club
Phoenix Community Club (PCC) is an off-spring of the Thame & District Rotary Club. PCC is focused on community volunteering for people who don't have lots of extra time, but who want to give back.
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Glimpses of the unforgettable Neville Marriner
By norman lebrecht
I am sitting in our favourite Kensington lunch place waiting for Neville when he breezes in, carrying a bulging briefcase that has seen better days. 'So sorry I'm late,' says Neville, who isn't. But he is always courteous and considerate and if he sees me sitting down he assumes he must have been at fault.
'What's in the bag, Neville?' I ask.
'Oh, a Walton symphony,' he says.
'Not really your thing.'
'Never done it before. Was studying it on the Eurostar this morning.'
'Neville,' I exclaim, 'You're 90 years old… what are you doing learning new pieces?'
'Oh, a friend is starting a new orchestra and desperately needed someone to conduct it. I couldn't really say no.'
That was Neville through and through, the man who would never let a friend down, who took every work of music on its merits and remained ever curious as to what a new score might contain.
Once we got talking, the food could wait. He might remember trying to get Elisabeth Schwarzkopf to follow his beat, or how he joined the Philharmonia intifada against Herbert von Karajan, or something that Alfed Brendel had just showed him in a Mozart manuscript. He was an irrepressible fount of memory but, unlike so many others, he was both modest in his own part in the story and deeply interested in the person he was talking to – me, in this instance.
I once asked him how he suffered the war wound that landed him in a hospital bed next to Thurston Dart, the mathematician who first showed Neville the possibilities of period pitch and tempo. We were sitting in his Kensington flat. It was a summer evening and there was an empty bottle of red wine on the coffee table between us. I said very little and let Neville talk.
Soon, we were in pitch darkness. I looked around to find a light switch and saw Molly, his wife, hovering at the door, signalling me not to move. Neville had been part of an advance party that recce'd the Normandy beaches a few days before D-Day and was lucky to get out alive. Molly had never heard the story before. Neville was too modest to let on. (In some versions of his life he said he was invalided out by a kidney ailment; the ailment was sharpnel and he spent months in hospital.)
He loved orchestras, couldn't get enough of their gossip and intrigues while always respecting the players' craft and commitment and never indulging in malice. Those who fell out with him – Christopher Hogwood, for instance – found themselves embraced in reconciliation. So many musicians, down in the dumps, were picked up and set on their feet again by the ever-patient Neville. I can't believe he is gone.
The last time I saw him, he was working around the corner at Abbey Road and I decided to drop in and surprise him. His face lit up at the sight of me and he made me promise to stay 'for a bite of lunch'.
It was a commercial session with the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, paid for by the soloist. After a couple of decent takes, good enough for a commercial job, Neville tapped his baton on the stand and said, 'I think we can do better than that, don't you?'
Backs straightened in the orchestra, pages were turned back in the score.The next take was a manifold improvement. That was Neville: 'I think we can do better than that.'
May his dear soul find eternal rest.
He died with his boots on. He was preparing to go on tour with the ASMF and pianist Kit Armstrong performing Mozart piano concerto KV 482 — rehearsal scheduled for Saturday and the tour was to begin in Cologne on Sunday.
Sorry to hear the very sad news. I have tickets for the October 10 concert in Brussels.
I remerber very well the first time I have heard him live. It was around 45 years ago in a wonderful performance of Peter and the Wolf.
WC Yu says:
i first got to know of Sir Neville through a recording of Handel's Messiah. It was the 250th anniversary performance taken from Point Theatre in Dublin. It was my first encounter with this great masterpiece.
I was a student studying in a foreign land. That piece appealed to me and i ilstened to it for countless hours. Kept me company during those hours in the room studying.
There have been many other recordings over the years from Paul McCreesh to John Butt. For me, my introduction to Messiah will always be Sir Neville's. Since then I have discovered many more of his recordings but for me, this holds a special place. Thank you for the music.
Edgar Brenninkmeyer says:
I vividly remember a concert by ASMIF in the mud 1970s in the northern Dutch town of Groningen. Neville walked in as if he was a regular guy in the audience, then disappeared through a stage side door, to emerge later with his fellow musicians for a concert of which Bartok's Divertimento crowned an evening that it etched in memory. I imagine Neville's arrival in heaven in the manner of Otto Boehler – with many great friends embracing him. Thank you for so generously and selflessly sharing you gifts, Sir Neville. We are fuller human beings through them.
Branimir Pofuk says:
Back in 2011, here in Zagreb, where he conducted the Zagreb Phil. Orchestra several times, he was talking to me about his early days when playing in the<|fim_middle|> Lebrecht. All rights reserved Terms of Use
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"We enjoyed to tease conductors and make fun of them. Poor Georg Solti, poor Antal Dorati, what we were doing to them! Only two of them were spared of our pranks: Monteaux, because he was so old, and Karajan, because his face was showing clearly total lack of any sense of humor."
He also told me about the wildest devilry of those days when he bombed the bus with the LSO coming home from tour with bags of flour from a plane piloted by his friend, violinist and war veteran pilot Peter Gibbs.
"Today I would go to jail for that", said Sir Neville, laughing over a glass of vine.
What a great man! We will remember him with warm hearts and smiling faces.
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Next time, in 2013., when he conducted the ZPO for the last time, he told me a bit about his work on Amadeus, again in his witty way:
"When he came to me for the first time, Forman had no idea about Mozart and his music, but till the end of shooting the movie he became one of the greatest experts in the world".
Oh, by the way, that last time Sir Neville brought to Zagreb Walton's Henry V soundtrack suite and included actor Rade Šerbedžija in the performance, with the movie bites projected on the big screen behind the orchestra. Another great experience with great Maestro and even greater Man.
http://www.vecernji.hr/glazba/sir-neville-marriner-i-serbedzija-u-suiti-na-temu-shakespearea-524479
Adam Stern says:
Many memories of this superb musician and dear gentleman.
I grew up in Los Angeles, and my parents and I went to many Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra concerts. At one of these, Pepe Romero performed the Giuliani Guitar Concerto before intermission. When intermission was over, Marriner came out and announced, "Ladies and Gentlemen, it's been just about the worst-kept secret in the world that I'm celebrating my 50th birthday this week. As a public present to myself, I've asked Pepe Romero to play some Flamenco guitar for us." The beaming Marriner and an equally-joyful orchestra watched as Romero re-entered, sat on the edge of the stage, and lit the place on fire with his playing for about ten minutes before the regular program resumed.
Several years later, Mr. Marriner came to my college to lead the orchestra in a week of sight-reading rehearsals. We had an extraordinary time working with him and learned a tremendous lot. One day, he was conducting in a particularly vigorous way but obviously not getting the results he wanted. He stopped and said, "Strings, I'm trying to show you with my beat that I want a harder, more energetic attack. If you sit there playing so prim-and-proper all the time, everyone's going to think you're British."
His one prank was reserved for me. We were reading Shostakovich First Symphony, and I was playing the piano part. There's that wonderful spot in the second movement where the full orchestra cuts off after a strenuous tutti, and the piano has three whopping a-minor chords, each of them marked by the composer to be played as loud as possible. Marriner gave me appropriately energetic cues, scowling the while, for the first two of these, but for the third, he pulled back, relaxed his face, and indicated something softer and gentler. In the half-second interval in which I had to prepare the last chord, I was thinking, "What do I do? Shostakovich or Marriner?", and I played it about mezzo-forte with what must have been a very confused look. He then broke up into a peal of laughter. "I was wondering what you'd do with that!" he said between chuckles.
Thank you, Maestro, for years of beautiful music-making.
Robert Kenchington says:
I met Sir Neville on several occasions, first when he invited me to attend one of his recording sessions a few years ago in London. It was the first Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto with Garrick Ohlsson as soloist.
Marriner put the ASMF through their paces recording and re-recording the final bars of the finale to get even more brilliance and excitement from the music. He then turned to the second movement and played the whole piece through without stopping, glancing wickedly at me from time to time while he was conducting. The take duly finished and Marriner got down off the podium, came over to me and said: "What did you make of that, then?" "I thought it was great, Sir Neville', I replied. "Ah, you'll be surprised at what more we can do with this," he countered with a twinkle, "back in a moment…" and off he went to the control room.
After 15 minutes he emerged, winked at me and then gave the orchestra at least 20 suggestions on technique, sonority, ensemble and actual expression before retaking the movement, which changed from the merely pleasant, to the sublime.
"Right, that's it, boys and girls," he said afterwards, " it's time for tea and buns…"
The man who introduced me to classical music through his many wonderful recordings, this witty, courteous and quietly determined gentleman set a standard of excellence both in the concert hall and in the recording studio that will remain unsurpassed. I for one will miss him.
Christos says:
I once had the chance to dine with sir Neville after a concert in Patras, Greece, where he concucted the Camerata Orchestra Athens playing Mozart's 38th and Beethovens Tripple Concerto with the then young talents Renault and Gautie Capuson and Frank Braley on the piano. It was back in June 2006. I was neither a musician nor a journalist. Just a music lover and regular concert goer. I approached sir Neville after the Concert and thanked him saying to him I had never heard a better Tripple Concerto either on recortd or live. His reaction was not that of the typical super star. He replied spontaneously "neither have I, can you believe it?". Then he went on talking on the talent of the young soloists and took the time to discuss the perfomance in detail. Although an unknown member of the audience, he asked for my name and invited me to dinner with the production team. It took us 4 o'clock in the Morning and the least tired of all was sir Neville. Not affraid to express himself on any subject, musical analysis, evaluation of composers, conductors, orchestras, soloists, recordings, everything. Always noble, direct, confident and at ease with himself. At 4 o'clock everybody in our company felt the effect of numerous glasses of wine, except for sir Neville! Such an adorable personality. The only 'complaint' I expressed to him was why he rarely, if ever, did perform Mahler (a great love of mine). He responded with honesty and directness, saying 'I realy don't know why. I feel I can't take him seriously.' No one is perfect, anyway. But after I met sir Neville, I realised why I had liked, and I still love, so many of his perfomances, especially with the Academy. A real Gentleman. Gona live for ever in our hearts.
I never attended a performance he conducted but feel I know him through his CDs. His Four Seasons was the first of that piece I bought and I played it to death for years. He just seems to have always been there in my musical life
Gerald Martin says:
These anecdotes suggest that a conductor can elict sublime performances without being a humorless martinet.
A sad coincidence: I just read of the passing of theater director Gordon Davidson, which occurred on the same day as Sir Neville's. Davidson was the longtime Arristic Director of the Center Theater Group in Los Angeles, and their home base was the Mark Taper Forum at the Los Angeles Music Center — the same hall in which Marriner and the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra would hold their concerts. Sometimes a play would be in mid-production at the time of an LACO concert, and the orchestra would be seated in the midst of the stage set for that particular play. (I remember one LACO performance in a lovely set for Shaw's "Major Barbara", which I also saw and which production featured an up-and-coming actress named Blythe Danner.)
Whoever says:
A lovely eulogy of Neville Marriner's greatness and his wonderful contribution to music in so many respects. Thank you.
Bernard Caplan says:
The music world has lost another towering colossus.The ASMF under Neville Marriner were regarded as the finest chamber orchestra in the world in the sixties & seventies until the original instrument era started to shed new light on the old baroque & classical period masterpieces.In spite of this ,many of their recordings remain benchmarks to this day. One of my most prized sets of CD's is the wonderful set of 28 CD's of the Argo years with the ASMF's early recordings in wonderful analogue sound. RIP Sir Neville & thank you for the music, a never ending source of inspiration!
Which great conductors born in the 1920's are still alive apart from Blomstedt, Haitink, Dohnanyi and Previn?
While the (very) short list would be subject to one's taste, I think that Stanisław Skrowaczewski merits inclusion in that category.
Definitely. And Prêtre sometimes.
Dear Christos, just to add to your lovely memories, describing vividly what a great man he was, let me tell you that Sir Neville conducted Mahler's number One here in Zagreb, with Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra – twice. First time, in 2009., for all of us, the orchestra, audience and him, it fell in an unfortunate moment when Lisinski concert hall was going through some reconstruction so they performed in totally not adequate venue of a bank center hall. Hi did it without complaining, doing his best. But, for his next guest performance in 2011, then back in the concert hall, the manager of the orchestra did a nice, sort of apologizing gesture to him and the audience, and listed Mahler's Titan again. What a superb performance it was, with the finale still resounding clearly and triumphant in my memory. There was not a hint that Sir Neville has any problem with taking Mahler seriously. And it was Mahler with unusual heavenly smile on his face.
Sally J Sparrow says:
There is an online book of condolences on the Academy of St. martin in the Fields page – http://www.asmf.org/condolences/
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USS Weaver (DE-741) was a in service with the United States Navy from 1943 to 1947. In 1952, she was sold to Peru, where she served as BAP Rodriguez (D-63) until being decommissioned and scrapped in 1979.
History
United States Navy (1943-1952)
USS Weaver was named in honor of Luther Dayton Weaver who was killed during the Japanese raid on Pearl Harbor. the ship was laid down on 13 March 1943 at Los Angeles, California, by the Western Pipe and Steel Company; launched on Independence Day<|fim_middle|> overnight stop at Pearl Harbor on 14 and 15 March and then continued her voyage west via Kwajalein. She arrived in Majuro later that month and joined the screen of Task Group (TG) 50.17, the U.S. 5th Fleet replenishment and refueling group. Weaver operated as a unit of the screen of the 5th/3d Fleet logistics group throughout her World War II service.
Operating from the base at Majuro, she escorted the oilers to refueling rendezvous with the fast carriers during their raids on Truk, Satawan, and Ponape in late April and early May. Moving forward to the base at Eniwetok soon thereafter, she continued to protect the logistics group during the assault on Saipan in June. Later that summer, she and her charges kept the carriers in action during the invasion of the Western Carolines and the Palaus. Following that operation, the logistics group moved forward again operating briefly out of Seeadler Harbor at Manus in the Admiralty Islands and then out of Ulithi in the Western Carolines for the remainder of the war.
Ulithi served as the base for TF 58/38 during the last year of the war in the Pacific. Weaver escorted the oilers to Ulithi where they replenished their storage tanks and then back to sea to refill the carriers' oil bunkers. Thus, in 1945, she helped to keep the pressure on the Japanese during the Luzon landings, the Iwo Jima assault, and during the Okinawa campaign. The latter phases of her service also included escort missions in support of the fast carrier raids on the Japanese home islands during the summer of 1945.
When the Japanese capitulated on 15 August 1945, the destroyer escort was at sea with TG 30.8 keeping the carriers in fuel. On 28 August, she carried a prize crew from to the surrendered and then entered Sagami Wan, Japan, to begin duty with the occupation forces. For the next month, the warship assisted in the evacuation of former Allied prisoners of war from Japan. On 2 October, however, she concluded her duty in Japan and set sail from Yokosuka, bound for home. Steaming via Pearl Harbor, San Pedro, Los Angeles, and the Panama Canal, she arrived in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on 22 November to begin preparations for inactivation.
Late in December, she moved south to Green Cove Springs, Florida, where, though technically still in commission, she joined the Atlantic Reserve Fleet. Weaver was not finally decommissioned until 29 May 1947.
Peruvian Navy (1952-1979)
Weaver remained at Green Cove Springs until 21 February 1952 at which time she was sold to Peru. Her name was struck from the Navy List on 18 April 1952. She served the Peruvian Navy as BAP Rodriguez (D-63) as a submarine accommodation ship until she was stricken and broken up in 1979.
Awards
Weaver earned nine battle stars during World War II
In Popular Culture
A brief port broadside view of the ship underway in its Dazzle camouflage paint scheme can be seen in the film The Gallant Hours about one hour and twenty minutes into picture.
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Cannon-class destroyer escorts of the Peruvian Navy | 1943; sponsored by Mrs. John Franklin Weaver; and commissioned on 31 December 1943.
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Do you ever feel lost and unsure? I have those feelings now. After a summer vacation with less structure and no schedule it feels strange and unsettling to reenter a world that is familiar but changed. Do I still know how to write a blog? Have my problem-solving skills withered or flourished in the lazy days<|fim_middle|> what's around the bend in the road. Our growth and evolution is a mystery.
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Have our summer experiences changed us? Certainly our outer world is shifting every day. During this month alone, we will lose an additional 1 hour and 8 minutes of daylight. Shorter days translate to cooler weather. The stock market ticks up and down. The political climate shocks us with surprise. Change is the constant, yet there's an odd security in dependable unpredictability.
"The more things change the more they stay the same." Can we apply that to ourselves? As tiny fragments of the whole, we too continue to evolve. In the business world, agility is a key factor for success. Innovative strategies, flexible operations, and limber organizations respond best to the inevitability of change. Can we embrace that? It's second nature to look at change as a problem, but is it? What if being agile means being okay with feeling out of control?
Do we really want the option of no change?
Perhaps feeling lost and unsure is okay. What if instead of partnering these feelings with fear, we couple them with curiosity?
No. The territory feels unfamiliar, but I am not lost.
How would I act if I knew failure was impossible?
Confidence is elusive when fear is present. Curiosity and innovation ride together.
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Recently we have been writing some papers on various aspects of the epistemic fluency as well as preparing for several conferences. The following two papers will be presented at EARLI 2017. The first — "Insights into the dynamics between changes in professional fields and teaching in higher education" — will be presented at the symposium "Researching professional learning in changing epistemic environments" (Organised by Monika Nerland); and the second — "Learning as construction of actionable concepts: A multimodal blending perspective" — will be presented at the SIG 17's (Methods in learning research) invited symposium "The unit of analysis in learning research: Approaches for imagining a transformative research<|fim_middle|> act in practice. At least, they should give some ideas into how such "journeys" of knowledge could be analysed.
If you are coming to EARLI this year, then we will be delighted to meet you there. If not, we will share our presentations in our slideware here after the conference. For now, if you want to read the extended summaries of these papers, please email us and ask. Below are short abstracts. EARLI 2017 program is here. | agenda" (Co-organised by Crina Damsa & team). These presentations, when taken together, should give some insights into how (innovative) professional ideas "travel" from changes in professional cultures (and formal documents) to students' specific ideas of how they should | 58 |
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