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Description: Comfort insole with double straps in San Francisco drawstring, joined in the middle of the foot by a strap of the same shape and closed by ankle ties.
Sheek and stylish nude rope sandal with rounded flats with a wrap around nude ankle strap. Classically beautiful, this alluring style will work with any summer dress or shorts combo. Bow the ankle straps for a more glamorous fit.
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Speaker Martin G. Romualdez on Friday called for a simpler, more convenient, and faster process of registering subscriber identity modules (SIMs) by millions of still unregistered legitimate mobile phone users.
“In particular, let us assist overseas Filipino workers and their families to register. Their mobile phones are their principal means of communicating and
connecting to each other. The thought that they could instantly make audio-video calls eases the pain of being thousands of miles away from home and from their loved ones,” Romualdez said.
He said the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) and the threetelecommunications companies or telcos providing cellular phone services should work jointly on such a process.
“I suspect that OFW families in the provinces are finding it difficultto comply with the registration requirement. Some may even be unaware of it,” he said.
Romualdez said he believes that many OFWs and their families back home are using unlisted prepaid SIMs because of the convenience of acquiring them.
“Let us help millions of Filipinos who have mobile phones, but whostill have not registered their SIMs as required by law, to register.
Let us make it easier for them to take advantage of the 90-day registration extension granted by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group welcomed the 90-day extension for the registration of SIM cards.
“The ACG supports the extension date of SIM registration because it gives those who fail to register their SIM cards an opportunity to beregistered. On the other hand, this will mean that ACG needs to be more vigilant as online fraudsters will have 90 days more of opportunity to try and scam others using prepaid SIM cards,” the group said in a statement.
The Speaker thanked the President for extending the list-up deadline for the millions of still-unregistered mobile phone users.
He said the Department of Migrant Workers and the Department of Foreign Affairs should help the DICT, NTC and telcos inform OFWs and their families of the registration requirement.
The House leader lauded telcos for offering registration assistance and mechanisms for their postpaid and prepaid SIM users to list up.
However, he asked them “to go the extra mile in seeking out people who have bought and used their SIMs and help them to register so they would be able to continue using their cellular phone service.”
“That is to the benefit of the telcos, financially,” he said.
According to reports, as of April 23, three days before the original April 26 registration deadline was extended by the President, some 82.8 million SIM owners have registered.
Of the 82.8 million registrants, 39.9 million signed up with Smart Communications, 37.09 million with Globe Telecom and 5.79 million with DITO Telecommunity Corp.
There have been reports that the three telcos have sold a total of 165 million to 170 million SIM cards.
Romualdez appealed to the telcos to reveal the number of their postpaid mobile phone subscribers and the total number of active unlisted SIMs that they have sold.
“Their combined data should give us, the public, an idea of how many SIMs, postpaid and prepaid, need to be registered,” he said.
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Myself by Marc de Buur
„Myself“ is a huge, tech-steeped trancer with haunting vocals is the latest production from Marc de Buur. At 138bpm, this imposing style, typical of Marc de Buur’s, drives forward.
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Originally from Wisconsin, for a 13 year period it was Michael’s privilege to be involved with and represent one of Southwest Florida’s most innovative and influential real estate development companies, Stock Development. During his tenure within the Organization, roles spanned from Land Development Coordinator, to Loan Processor, to nine years as an award winning New Home Sales Associate.
Moving to and starting his career in Naples, Florida in late 2005 proved to be a true blessing in allowing Michael to observe what the top of a market cycle looks like along with witnessing the professional and personal impacts a shifting market had for those who were caught off guard. That period of time taught unforgettable lessons and left a lasting impression regarding how to position yourself in preparation for a shift, what to do when it happens and what activities must be developed ahead of time to thrive rather than just survive.
More recently, in early 2019, Michael, his wife and children relocated to Madison, Wisconsin. Since, he has proudly served at the KW Madison East Market Center in the role of Team Leader.
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Be frugal, stay genuine, and remember that what you focus on expands!” | <urn:uuid:5fdd9e9d-1a5d-4b9e-b943-c60b8f42d797> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://marketcentersites.com/mc515/blog/staff/leadership/ | 2023-09-28T17:21:19Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.968718 | 270 |
John LeeTim Robbins acquired his fame as a manager and as a performer. He began at a really young age with theatre. He worked in his very first theatre was once he was just 12. After his high school he changed toLos Angeles for acting and analyzing drama. He attendedStuyvesant for linking a play club, High School. He graduated in UCLA Film School in California. Robbins shaped an experimental type of theatre called theActors’ Gang.
He got characters in a number of films and TV. In addition, he functioned in tv as terrorist. A number of the famous television series includes Gunfight in the So-So Corra, Moonlighting etc. In addition, he worked in films his first couple of includes famous names such as Top Gun, The Sure Thing, Hollywood breakthrough. In writing of songs in addition, he tried his fortune. In addition, he functions as manager for HBO series Treme for approximately two episodes. His character in Mystic River can not be forgotten and this brought him an Oscar Award as a SAG Award and a supporting actor. He obtained the Best Actor the Award atCannes. His winning of the Yearaward in Pudding Pot Award’s annual Person is also famous. Robbins became famous. His work led to his own net worth.
— Tim Robbins (@HandonthePlow) May 15, 2018
He has been an activist along with being a renowned actor and musician. His contribution to music and cinema is remarkable. His contribution has contribution. His beginning as screenwriter and a director start together with the name Bob Roberts with his composing. Robbinswas and the celebrity name Susan Sarandon connected. He had been for 23 years in a relationship with her. He’s got several properties and he’s also signal an endorsement deal. He possesses his vodka brand along with a soccer team. | <urn:uuid:ba18adc0-66f8-4ccd-b412-e2db80f3a1ab> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://marriednetworth.com/tim-robbinss-wiki-wife-net-worth-education-son-child-children-car/ | 2023-09-28T17:24:27Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.988576 | 380 |
Facebook and Salman Rushdie
- Posted by Maryam Namazie
- On November 14, 2011
- 1 Comments
- censorship, facebook, Rushdie
Ophelia Benson reports that Facebook de-activated Salman Rushdie’s account but has now re-activated it, though it initially asked him to call himself Ahmed Rushdie. I’m not surprised.
Facebook has a habit of shutting down the accounts of activists or anyone who speaks up about Islam and Islamism. At the height of the campaign in support of Iran stoning case, Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani, Facebook also deactivated Mina Ahadi and my Facebook accounts and only reinstated us after several days of protests. They have also censored links I have tried to post on a number of occassions.
Most importantly, they are an ‘appalling spy machine‘ that will readily hand us over to the highest bidder.
But activists like myself need to get out message out and Facebook is one way of doing that – just as long as we know what we’re getting ourselves into… | <urn:uuid:ccf51481-101a-4042-a996-efdc05f5d18b> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://maryamnamazie.com/facebook-and-salman-rushdie/ | 2023-09-28T17:54:08Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.953335 | 226 |
MASS Watch Party for DM2 launch attempt on May 27, 2020
Keith, Hank, Harry and I checked into the Zoom meeting to share our experiences for the launch. Unfortunately, the countdown reached T-17 minutes and it was scrubbed for weather criteria. Electrical potential and cumulus clouds plus another factor were all out of bounds for a successful launch. Ironically, 25 minutes later all the weather criteria went “green” but the launch had an instantaneous time of 3:32 PM on Wednesday, May 27. It has been 3246 days since the last launch of astronauts from American soil, so I can wait another 3 days.
The new launch date and time is Saturday May 30 at 2:22 PM for another attempt. On the first attempt, I watched NASA TV from 11 AM to 5 PM and the new methods of launching astronauts were apparent. Even though SpaceX is using the historic launch pad, LC-39A where NASA launched space shuttles and moon missions, SpaceX has reworked the pad into looking much more modern with the new crew access arm. Procedures are also updated, with the driving of astronauts out to the pad in white Teslas and the launch techs on the pad dressed like ninjas with their head to toe back jumpsuits. I was amazed how roomy the Dragon2 capsule is compared to Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo. Several of them were able to stand in front of the seated astronauts and help in prepping for launch.
One thing I learned from the NASA coverage was that both astronauts are married to former astronauts. Doug Hurley is married to Karen Nyberg and Doug Behnken is married to Megan McArthur. It was great to see the wives and kids giving the astronauts virtual hugs as they boarded the Teslas.
There was good camera coverage from within the Dragon capsule. Doug Hurley and Doug Behnken were very patient with the weather issues. I was surprised that the go-ahead to fuel the Falcon 9 rocket was given at T-45 minutes. This was the first time astronauts were ever on a rocket being fueled for launch. When the countdown was scrubbed the de-tanking proceeded very quickly and the astronauts were able to exit the capsule at 4:52 PM only an hour and 20 minutes after the scheduled launch time.
One of the reasons for the stringent launch time is SpaceX’s use of densified fuel and oxidizer. They lower the temperature more than any other rocket company so that more quantity can be pumped into the Falcon 9 rocket and give it the necessary performance to put payload into orbit and propulsively return the first stage to a landing. Once this super cooled fuel is aboard the rocket it begins to heat up and boil. The rocket has to vent this pressure to avoid tank rupture. You can also see the water vapor in the humid Florida air condensing around the rocket. SpaceX can’t just hold the countdown because their rocket performance calculations would be inaccurate if too much fuel boils off.
There were plenty of politics with the 747 Air Force One flying just behind the Falcon9 on the launch pad as He who will remain nameless flew into Florida to watch the launch. Vice President Pence was also there with NASA Administrator, Jim Bridenstine and Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX. Also off camera, was Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos. There was no mention how the proposed White House NASA budget has zeroed out the NASA education line item for school out-reach and STEM initiatives. Fortunately, Congress has re-instated that money for the last three years.
To show how serious NASA is about this DM2 launch, they have already set a date for the first operational SpaceX crewed launch, CREW1, with 4 astronauts. August 30, 2020 is the date. This flight will probably be the reason to limit the amount of time that the DM2 crew stays on ISS. NASA has said they could stay anywhere from 30 days to 119 days which is the rated limit of the Dragon2 capsule’s solar arrays. Future Dragon2 capsules will be certified for 210 day stays on ISS. NASA said they would like the DM2 mission to be back on the ground 30 days before CREW1 is launched, so that they can fully certify the systems. That would have DM2 coming down at the end of July, 63 days in orbit if it launches May 30.
While we were waiting for the launch, we discussed a few recent issues. I brought up how Doug Loverro, the recent new NASA head of manned space program, resigned less than a week before the DM2 launch. In his resignation letter he mentioned that he had made a “mistake” and therefore was stepping down. The exact details are unknown but conjecture on the Internet is that he took an action that violated the Procurement Integrity Act. NASA recently awarded contracts to 3 companies, Blue Origin, SpaceX and Dynetics, to develop the details of their manned lunar lander designs by February of 2021. Boeing and another company had their bids rejected. Some comments said that Loverro tried to get Boeing to lower the cost of its bid to make it more competitive. Boeing’s proposal was possibly the simplest and most likely to succeed for a manned lunar landing by 2024 because it used only one rocket launch of the SLS and included only a 2 element lander without the need of the Lunar Gateway. The pressure to try to meet the 2024 timeline might have been the downfall of Loverro.
On a lighter note, Space Force should be debuting on NetFlix on May 29. Steve Carell plays a general in the new branch of the United States military. I’ve heard one humorous story line that includes a mis-typed “tweet” from the Commander-in-Chief” saying that the US will put “boobs on the moon” by 2024. Of course, the correct tweet should have been “boots on the moon”. The humor hits almost too close to reality. I’m a little worried that the US public will think NASA’s lunar efforts are all military and that the return to the moon is just a joke. I’m all for the US return to the moon but I think the 2024 deadline is making us compromise the sustainable and methodical aspect of the effort.
The last topic was the failure of the air launch rocket from Virgin Orbit. Details are sketchy but the “Cosmic Girl” 747 dropped the LaucherOne two-stage liquid rocket at 35,000 ft off the coast of California but only a few seconds after ignition the rocket malfunctioned. The rocket should be capable of putting 880 lbs into Low Earth Orbit (LEO). Air launch rockets seem to be losing favor in the launch business. They have the flexibility of being able to launch from anywhere but their small payload and the cheap alternatives of surface rockets is making them unpopular. Virgin Orbit has more rockets under construction and will probably try again to placate investors. Richard Branson’s other company, Virgin Galactic, is still in the process of launching people on sub-orbital flights using his SpaceShipTwo rocket dropped from his White Knight Two plane in New Mexico. | <urn:uuid:0f029e73-eba7-4a11-8108-967792bea094> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://masscosmos.org/2020/05/mass-watch-party-for-dm2-launch-attempt-on-may-27-2020/ | 2023-09-28T16:52:00Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.970327 | 1,469 |
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I’ve been so busy with the renovations on the house since I moved in. So far I’ve made over the windows, a boiler install and sprinkled a little bit of magic in the garden. Now, we’re starting on the fun stuff > THE KITCHEN. It’s been overhauled from top-to-bottom (which I am going to share on here soon). But I thought I would start with the bottom bit now – our underfloor heating install. I’m in love with it and I’d share the ‘before’ and ‘after’ here, the ‘how-to’s’ and the end result. Follow me…Maxine Brady, Interior Stylist and award winning blogger.
Before: Look at it! Shocking. And this is after I gave it a huge clean. Anyhoo – look at that floor. 1980s style terracotta tiles. Time spent in here was a quick dash in to make a cup of tea always with slippers on. Since moving in, I bought three pairs of slippers. That’s how cold it was. We had a weird insect problem – slugs and earwigs would join us for breakfast in the morning leaving a little slimy trail in the wake.
As the kitchen was at the back of the house and had a concrete floor – there was no way I could put in piping for a radiator in here. And I didn’t want to risk not having in anything. Learning from the mistakes of our ghostly old kitchen – and splashed the cash on underfloor heating for our new look floor.
As my room isn’t that big I thought I could afford to treat my kitchen. I did a spot of research for the best one for our budget and came across WarmUp. I spoke to the team and they suggested I went for under-tile electric heating with a WiFi thermostat – fancy! I just gave them my room measurements and my kitchen plans, and then they worked out how much I needed.
This is the start. Our builder put down the WarmUp insulation boards all over the floor. (I got our step made at the same time – that is what the bag of concrete is for).
This is half way through. We’ve ripped out the kitchen, plastered all the walls and then our electrician laid down the insulation boards on top of our old flooring.
The heating cable is the thinnest out there – only 1.8mm. The small cross-section of the heating element allows it to be installed without the need for a layer of self-levelling screed. It’s pretty easy to put down and as it is a flexible strip it’s perfect for irregular rooms or rooms with a lot of fixtures or corners like ours.
This is from the other angle. It took about one day to put down. Next, in a snake-like pattern the loose wire underfloor heating was taped down with special tape. They don’t go under where the units go (again saving the cash by using less).
The trickiest bit was deciding where to put the thermostat. In the end, I went for just outside the room.
I’ve been tinkling with the best setting and I’ve gone for the ‘holiday’ setting. It comes on for a few hours in the morning and then for a couple of hours in the afternoon. With the smart thermostat – which runs off our wi-fi, I’ve not noticed a big jump down in our heating bills. In fact because the kitchen is warmer, I don’t crack the heating on so much in the rest of the house – so our bills have stayed the same.
The end result! Look at me – no slippers 😉 I’m so pleased I went for the under floor option in. We’ve saved space by not having a radiator. The floor is always warm (the pets love it). Funnily enough, the underfloor heating is the first thing friends notice as they pad about on it. It feels pretty fancy, tbh.
To give you a guide of costs for the underfloor heating, here’s how much it cost me. As a guide my full kitchen area is 6.6332 sqm but you have to minus the area where the kitchen units are going so the area we needed to heat works out as 3.9485 sqm. For that size room we needed the following:
4iE Smart WiFi Thermostat in Bright Porcelain = £199.99
DWS600 Undertile Heater = £222.99
10mm Insulation Board Singles = £245.80
Insulation Board Fibreglass Tape 90m = £4.49
Total = £673.27
THE LOW DOWN
Not super cheap, I know, I think I’ll save money on heating bill, plus it will add value to the house in the long run when we come to sell as it’s considered a bit of a game changer for potential buyers. It was way cheaper than digging up the floor to put a radiator. Save me space in my tiny weenie kitchen. And the pets love it….which is the main thing.
Have I tempted you? What room would you warm up first? I’d love to know.
Keep popping by the blog. My kitchen is going to appear in Style At Home magazine in the May issue which I will share the finished results on here as soon as it is published. Can’t wait to share it with you. | <urn:uuid:e5af1758-4479-4dd4-a597-e4248d3460f8> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://maxinebrady.com/2016/01/review-warmup-underfloor-heating-kitchen/ | 2023-09-28T18:41:25Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.955189 | 1,187 |
7 1/4 Inch Goose No6
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In the later part of the Victorian period a number of narrow gauge railroads were built in the Colorado mountains. They were never very profitable, and by the 1920’s they were suffering from increased road competition. To counter this the Rio Grand Southern introduced their “motors”, these were a series of road going cars modified with larger bodies and converted to run on rails. Initially they were intended to carry mail, to keep the income from the US Mail contracts. As this proved popular subsequent conversions were enlarged to carry a few passengers as well.
Probably due to their ungainly gait they earned themselves the nick name of “galloping geese” and have been known as such by generations of railroad enthusiast.
There were seven built in total, all different, all survive though number 1 is a new build.
Our model is “motor number 6” known as the works goose. It was built from a 1920’s Pierce Arrow car with a flat bed body. It was never used for mail or passengers but was the work horse of the maintenance department. Its original engine has been replaced with a more modern truck engine, but it is still in working order at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden, Colorado.
Battery powered 24 volt, two batteries 031 or 096.
Twin motors, chain drive.
The model can be split into four main sections for transportation. The heaviest part is 23 KG for the power truck. This means it can be handled by a single person and carried in an estate car. It is powerful enough to haul riding cars with 6 to 8 adults on level track. With the driver sitting over the driving wheels adhesion is good, steep grades can be tackled (on reduced load) | <urn:uuid:b48fc55c-db25-408a-a18f-d7db79503e4a> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://maxitrak.com/locomotive-item/7-14-inch-goose-no6 | 2023-09-28T18:36:23Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.983612 | 398 |
1.5 Inch Scale Burrell Showmans
A beautifully put together, fine scale model of a Burrell Showmans Engine. Highly detailed, twin speed traction engine fitted with mechanical lubricator, belt driven dynamo and exciter.
A very eye catching model with plenty of plate work and fine detailing. The canopy would need to be removed to drive this engine, it appears to be built more as a display piece than as a driveable model as access to the cab is very restrictive when the canopy is in place. | <urn:uuid:cd4ad9cb-ed30-4671-8135-ae2c1029a44c> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://maxitrak.com/secondhand-item/15-inch-scale-burrell-showmans | 2023-09-28T18:07:20Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.964791 | 106 |
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The role and importance of a good quality of work life of employees in an organization
The success of any organization is highly dependant on how it attracts, recruits, motivates, and retains its workforce. Today’s organizations need to be more flexible so that they are equipped to develop their workforce and enjoy their commitment. Therefore, organizations are required to adopt a strategy to improve the employees”quality of work life'(QWL) to satisfy both the organizational objectives and employee needs. These caselets discuss the importance of having effective quality of work life practices in organizations and their impact on employee performance and the overall organizational performance.
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Below is my Secrets Blogfest entry. It's from my current sci-fi WIP. The secret in question is that the two main characters don't speak the same language and are trying to communicate without words (for the most part). It's not a secret in the standard sense, but I think it still works. Setup: Jaska inadvertently finds himself on Earth where he runs into Amie who decides to help him. They're in New York heading for a subway but Jaska wants to explore this strange new world. Amie is the redhead to whom Jaska refers.
The door of this particular shop opens and someone walks out with a steaming cup of something and a round bread-like food wrapped in a papery cloth. The aromas flow from the open door and make my stomach growl. I grab the door from the person before it shuts, and I’m ready to go inside when I feel a hand on my arm. When I turn, I find the redhead with an exasperated look on her face. She’s babbling in her language and I can hear the translator buzzing and clicking in my ear, trying to keep up with her. It still doesn’t have enough information to translate, though. I just shrug and turn my back on her and walk inside. She makes a disgusted grunt at me, but follows me inside. I smile. On this planet less than a day and already I’ve got women following me wherever I go.
Inside, this shop apparently sells food and books. The ceiling is low and intimate and the décor is woods and sleek black. The walls are covered in bookshelves. The tables are packed and there’s a line at the counter where I can see a glass case full of foods. I head in that direction, cutting through the line of people so I can inspect the offerings. The redhead is close behind. “Hey!” she says and pulls me around by the shoulder so I’m facing her. Hmm. She must have said that to me enough that the translator figured out what she meant. I point at the glass case of food, then to my stomach. She raises an eyebrow at me and crosses her arms across her chest. It pushes her breasts up so they’re bulging at the vee in her blouse. Nice.
So I’m reduced to ridiculous sign language to communicate. I take a deep, appreciative breath, sniffing the good smelling food. I paste a silly grin on my face, then rub my belly and lick my lips. Think she’ll understand that? Apparently she does because she sighs and rolls her eyes, then goes to the counter, cutting in line, and says something to the guy working there. He looks angry at her, she sounds angry back, but he gets a big bag and I watch with my nose on the glass as he takes one of everything and puts it in the bag. She throws some green paper on the counter, grabs the bag out of the guy’s hand and shoves it into mine, then grips my other hand in hers and pulls me through the line and out the door. I chuckle at her when we’re back outside, but the look on her face is a mood killer. I make like I’m going to inspect the contents of the bag, but she pulls me along. I guess I’ll have to wait.
Jaska shares my obsessive love of pastry. Below is my Literary Crush blogfest entry. It's unconventional. I happen to adore Stephen King's Dark Tower series and my love letter is to Roland Deschain, the Gunslinger himself. (Frankie originally created this blogfest for YA characters, and I crush on some of them too but it felt a little too, um, cradle-robber creepy for a grown woman to be writing love letters to adolescent boy characters). I've got enough adult literary crushes to keep me busy writing love letters for a while.
My heart aches for you and I wish I could convince you that there's more to life than that blasted Tower.
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Brian Elsasser has been named Security National Bank’s senior vice president and commercial banking team lead. Elsasser joined the bank earlier this year and brings 18 years of banking experience to the commercial and industrial banking division. He earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Elsasser volunteers with the Special Olympics of Nebraska, Nebraska DECA, and Junior Achievement. He serves as the Finance Committee Chair at St. John Vianney Church and is a member of the Community Investment Review team at the United Way of the Midlands.
Security National Bank is one of the Midwest’s largest privately-held community banks with more than $1.3 billion in assets. Within the private client services division, its wealth management team exceeds $1.6 billion in assets under management. The bank has 12 full-service locations in Omaha, Neb.; Council Bluffs and West Des Moines, Iowa; and Dallas. For 58 years, the bank has offered comprehensive financial solutions to individuals through private client services, consumer banking, and mortgages and to businesses through commercial banking and treasury management. To learn more, visit SNBconnect.com.
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You can has schedule! Lookit all that Peltedverse stuff coming. *rubs hands together* I hope you’re as excited as I am. 😀
In between writing and editing and writing and putting together marketing fluff, I’ve been making cellphone charms. Because tiny = adorable.
I was kind of messing with it until I thought of how many people read Earthrise and say something like “I need a Flitzbe of my very own”…
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A candy land will soon come to life at Tysons Corner Center. Tickets are on sale now: $23 for kids aged 4-12 and $30 for adults. Kids 3 and younger are free.
The temporary, traveling exhibit Candytopia will arrive at the mall in mid-March, filling a 16,000-square-foot space across from H&M that has previously hosted installations dedicated to the Sistine Chapel and Princess Diana.
Like the Dr. Seuss pop-up scheduled to visit the mall in April, Candytopia will feature a variety of interactive sets and photo opportunities — only this time, everything will be made out of or designed to resemble sweets.
Elements of the pop-up include an art gallery with pieces made out of candy, a candy confetti room “complete with confetti-farting pigs,” and a pit filled with 250,000 marshmallows. The 14 different interactive sets will feature some touches specifically inspired by the D.C. area, Candytopia says.
The Candytopia will be located on the lower level of the center, across from H&M. Early access sign-ups begin February 28 and tickets go on sale Wednesday, March 1. Candytopia officially opens its doors to the public in mid-March and will be at the center for a limited engagement until the end of May. Tickets are $23 for children ages 4-12, and $30 for adults. Kids 3 and under enter for free.
For more information, and to sign up for early access visit www.candytopia.com.
(Youtopia Entertainment LLC)
For anyone who’s ever dreamed of scoring a Golden Ticket or nibbling their way through Candyland, Candytopia transports guests to an imaginative confectionary wonderland with a one-of-a-kind full sensory experience and welcomes people of all ages to explore their sweet tooth like never before. Candytopia has drawn long lines and sold-out crowds during its limited run engagements in cities across the country, from Santa Monica to New York, San Francisco to Miami. Candytopia has amassed a huge following of guests of all ages and A-list celebrities including: CardiB, Pink, Usher, Drew Barrymore, Gwyneth Paltrow, Rick Ross, Bruce Willis, Adam Sandler, Kevin Durant, Josh Duhamel, Christina Aguilera, Wiz Khalifa, Hilary Duff, and Jessica Biel, to name a few. Candytopia is currently open in Atlanta and Houston and soon New York. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit https://www.candytopia.com. | <urn:uuid:98e59ee5-3049-4355-a462-df1aa0fdc4ae> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://mcleantoday.org/candytopia-at-tysons-corner-center-2/ | 2023-09-28T18:06:53Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.925663 | 546 |
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Dusting of Fresh
4th January 2011
Meggie has been given a bit of a white hat overnight and during the day.
This shot taken from the same vantage point on Cairn Liath looking towards the ‘Post Face’ as yesterday’s ‘poor visibility’ photo.
Crags have a bit of a dusting of fresh snow on them and ice build-up is developing but the lower lower elevations and gully bases remain thin.
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Shopee's No.1 seller in Singapore is no stranger to switches, and he's used all that experience to make his first custom switch!
Version 2 of the popular S2 features a polished stem, improved factory lubrication, and KTECHS marking on the top housing.e.
The KTECHS' S1 is a culmination of all of the modern advances in features for switches in 2022. Featuring a long POM stem, the HPE top housing, and the mysterious bottom housing material topped off with the snappy 63.5g double staged spring, each keypress is sure to satisfy.
The stem for the S1 is made from POM and is 13.5mm long; top housing is made from HPE and the bottom housing is made from a proprietary material from TECSEE!
- PCB mounted design (5 pins)
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Robotic Simulator: Lighting (4/27)
In the previous lesson, we learned how to create land, design natural features, paint and insert plants and trees into our scene.
In this lesson, we will learn how to illuminate our simulator environment using different types of lights available on the Unity engine. We will understand how to create shadows, change colors, and different kinds of spot and collective light.
Important: Robotic Simulator’s Source Code and Sample Output:
The source code for the entire tutorials (from 1 to 27) can be downloaded HERE! And a test output for Windows can be downloaded HERE! You can easily get output for macOS by installing and running the source code on macOS.
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||I U P A C
Organizations & People
Pure Appl. Chem.,
Vol. 69, No. 12, pp. 2567-2575, 1997
COMMISSION ON POLYMER CHARACTERIZATION AND PROPERTIES
Studies on Biodegradable Poly(Hexano-6-Lactone)
Fibers- 1. Structure and propoerties of Drawn Poly(Hexano-6-Lactone)
K. Nakayama, R. Qian, B.-Z. Jiang, M. Hirami, T.
Hayashi, T. Masuda, and A. Nakajima
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Abstract: Using high molecular weight (Mn=80,000)
poly(hexano-6-lactone) (PCL*), tough and high tenacity PCL monofilaments
with various draw ratios (undrawn to 9 times drawn) were prepared by
melt-spinning. The relationship between microstructure and properties
of the PCL fibers is described in this current IUPAC Technical Report.
Analysis of microstructure of the drawn PCL fibers by wide-angle X-ray
diffraction revealed typical c-axis orientation with an increase in
crystallinity. It was also supported by sonic velocity measurements.
The thermal, mechanical, and dynamic mechanical properties of the PCL
fibers were affected significantly by draw ratio. DSC thermograms showed
that the melting temperature and the enthalpy of fusion increased with
draw ratio. The temperature dependence curves of dynamic viscoelasticity
showed that the temperature at tan d
peak of a dispersion corresponding to the glass transition temperature
shifted toward higher temperature and the peak value of tan d
decreased with draw ratio. The dynamic storage modulus and the sonic
modulus increased with draw ratio. These results are due to the increase
in crystallinity and molecular orientation with drawing, and are responsible
for an increase in tensile tenacity as well as knot tenacity of the
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Theodora Christopher // In 1854, John Snow presented his theory that the rapid spread of cholera in London was due to the local water supply. This was the first scientific documentation of a waterborne disease. Research has since shown that illnesses such as botulism, dysentery, and typhoid are waterborne diseases, and that contaminated water can be a culprit to outbreaks of disease. Modern sanitation has decreased the prevalence of these diseases, but in early colonial America these advancements did not exist. There is limited research about this topic, but some historians have made vague references to the role of water systems in disease spread settlement, positing that “many pathogens, or disease-causing organisms, are linked to water flows.” Expanding upon this research would allow for a better understanding of disease transmission and how many diseases may have been spread due to contaminated waterways. From time spent in the archives, I have found some details that support the connection between the spread of disease in colonial Boston and its waterways.
When researching the impact of urban space on the health of colonial Boston, I found references to the “Muddy River” and “dirty marsh” in the early records of Boston’s history. It is striking how important urban sites such as the Old North Church were built near reservoirs described as “muddy” and “dirty.” One explanation for why colonial Bostonians might not have connected the quality of their water supply with the state of their health might have been their tradition of drinking beer (colonists would drink fresh water rarely, if at all). However, sources show that colonists used reservoirs for healing practices, bathing, swimming, and washing clothes, which may have contributed to the spread of disease.
The water in colonial Boston was described by historical witnesses as “hard, highly colored, often odorous, saline, bad-tasting, and sometimes polluted.” This turbidity was the consequence of a lack of regulation regarding water quality that dated back to earlier traditions of using water in Europe. There were no precautions taken to protect reservoirs from outhouse waste, animal waste, trash disposal, and runoff from tanneries and slaughterhouses. As Bostonians recognized, animal waste was a major issue: ordinances were passed in 1667 to keep “all swine which shall be found within the bounds of the Towne of Boston out of the ground of the Owners… yoake and ringed.”
The Old Dock was one bustling center of commerce in colonial Boston. This was a main point for trading, and thus waste accumulated in the surrounding waters. Tradesmen such as coopers would “[water] their hoops there” which further contributed to the contamination. Yet despite the poor conditions of water sources in colonial Boston, sites central to the townspeople’s lives were built near these reservoirs, as they were key for trading. As Christopher Pastore notes, the Atlantic shore “…frequently harbor[ed] disease, [and] coasts were known to kill with caprice.”
We see in the archival record the important role of communal watering-places in spreading diseases in seventeenth century Boston. Smallpox, perhaps unexpectedly, was one such disease transmitted through proximity to water. The Boston Records states that those who had smallpox must “ayyr[e] [clothes and sheets] out of theire houses.” Smallpox is transmitted through face-to-face contact and direct contact with contaminated objects—such as sheets and blankets. If these items were washed in shared watering places prior to airing them out (as was historically customary), other community members near the reservoir would thereby have been placed at risk of infection. Additionally, contaminated water sources may have contributed to the prevalence of diarrheal diseases during this time, which the Boston Records confirm often occurred. Many diarrheal diseases are caused by consuming water that that has been contaminated by animal waste; if the residents of colonial Boston inadvertently consumed water when swimming or bathing this may have contributed the prevalence of diarrheal diseases.
Yet the Boston town council did implement some legislation to control water conditions and mitigate disease during this time. Between 1692-1708 trades considered a nuisance, like tanneries and slaughterhouses, were removed from the city limits. This was key to water cleanliness because the runoff from these facilities would flow directly into Boston’s water systems. In 1711, the legislative body in colonial Boston placed fines on those who used “the old Dock” to dispose of dirt or trash. The legislative body recognized the need to prevent contamination of water sources and spread of diseases, even though medical science in this period looked to miasmas, not germs, as the source of their illnesses.
It is easy to think of waterborne diseases as a thing of the past, but it is important to recognize the impact that they continue to have in the present day. In colonial Boston, water sources were described as dirty and contaminated, but the details on how the quality of the water contributed to the spread of disease is understudied. Outbreaks of illnesses like smallpox may have been catalyzed by the congregation of colonists near these contaminated water sources for bathing and household chores. Despite today’s technological advancements, it is astounding to see that over five million deaths per year are due to waterborne illnesses. The WHO estimates that roughly 2 billion people do not have access to safe drinking water. Researching the spread of these diseases in relation to water sources in colonial America can shed light upon some causes of death in early American history and adds to the history of waterborne illnesses that still affect us today.
Theodora Christopher is a Pre-Med student at Northeastern University and is a part of their Medical Health and Humanities program. The MHH Initiative funded the research for this blog post.
The cover image is the 1722 Bonner map of Boston, courtesy of: Norman B. Leventhal Map & Education Center at the Boston Public Library.
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Earlier this week we did an episode about sickness and consent. Today on the podcast we talked about how to deal with the stress and coronavirus. Below are the main tips and resources we mentioned…
Self-care and kindness
Self-care is vital to look after ourselves when stressed or sick and to get in a good enough place to support others. Default to the basics: enough food, drink, sleep, movement, and breathing. Consider what self-care and being gentle look like for you because it’s different for different people. We covered some of this on our gentleness podcast on Patreon earlier this year.
Being kind to ourselves is a vital counter to worry and anxiety, guilt and shame. It’s about recognising three different kinds of kindness:
- Kindness towards ourselves which is a good foundation for daily life and also helps us recover – and increase our capacity – when we’re sick or struggling
- Kindness alongside others – where we’re kind to them and they’re kind to us in a mutually supportive way
- Kindness towards others when we have more to give than them, based on our particular capacity to offer, for example, financial, practical and/or emotional support
It’s not that one of these is better than the others, it’s about recognising the need for a balance of the three, and also what we need at a particular time, and focusing on that.
Dealing with our feelings
When difficult feelings like worry, fear, panic, guilt, shame, grief, etc. come up it’s great to:
- Notice them
- Normalise them: it is so understandable and normal to be feeling such things at this time
- Evaluate their intensity
- Soothe and ground yourself with high intensity feelings
- Stay with the feelings and be friendly towards them with less intense feelings
- Seek help and support if it is too hard to bear alone
Dealing with news/media around it
This situation would be completely different if it had happened a decade, or even five years, ago. Now far more people (although of course not everyone) have the capacity to work from home, we can stay in touch with close people face-to-face, and we can get information quickly about best practice during this time. However, we also have a portal to all the information ever in our pockets and news and social media can exacerbate – as well as alleviating – stress.
It’s helpful to divide out information from analysis. When you’re struggling it can be a good idea only to access information news rather than analysis and debate, and perhaps to only do this a limited amount (e.g. once per day). The NHS website provides a full update of the current situation, and Justin recommends Dr. Ranj Singh on twitter.
Connecting with others
Along with news media we might think about how we engage with social media at times like this. We did a podcast all about social media last year on our Patreon feed which covers this more generally. It’s about curating your social media so it becomes a supportive place rather than one that exacerbates anxiety for you. It may be that smaller whats app groups or similar are a better way to do connecting with others. It can also be helpful to have more face-to-face mutually supportive conversations.
Ongoing consent is vital here – checking in with yourself, and each other, about what kinds of conversations feel okay and what don’t.
When it is possible to go out into the world and connect in your neighbourhood, just by exchanging smiles or conversation with shopkeepers and people in your community, this can help with a sense of connectedness.
When isolated, scheduling regular calls with others, and doing practices like Tonglen (which focus on how we’re all connected through our tough feelings) can be great.
Dealing with uncertainty
Uncertainty is often one of the things we find hardest when crises hit, but it’s worth remembering that life is always uncertain. We did a podcast on hopelessness and despair on our Patreon last year which might be helpful if it puts you in those places.
It can be useful to remember times in the past when the worst case scenario has happened, and how those were dealt with – day to day – and how they did pass in time. Often the fear we have about such things happening doesn’t match how they will actually be if they do happen – which is so unpredictable – and reminding ourself of this can help. It helps to try to be with the situation as it is rather than exacerbating tough feelings by worrying about how it might be and adding an extra layer of stress. Putting specific time aside to talk with others or journal or think intentionally about what you’re worried about can be a helpful way to prevent the noise of worry from being there continuously.
The Taoist fable – who knows what’s good or bad – can be a useful to remind ourselves that we don’t know what might come from this current situation: individually, collectively, or culturally.
Deciding what to do
It can be very hard to decide what to do when situations are so uncertain, for example when to cancel commitments, or change working practices, or decide not to travel, or seek help. After we have the best information available currently, what then can we do?
From a consent perspective, we’d like to encourage you – if at all possible – to keep tuning into what feels right for you. If in doubt (if you are a ‘maybe’ or a ‘not sure’) then default to a ‘no’. It is also totally okay to try moving towards doing something, and then to step back again if it doesn’t feel okay.
Remember that we all have different needs in terms of our immune systems, our capacities, the degree of background stress or trauma we have going on, and it’s okay for each of us to be where we are given that, and to have different capabilities and limits.
Hopefully as the culture shifts to recognise that we need to live and work in different ways at these times – and generally – this will help support us to make the decisions that are best for us and everyone else.
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Megumi Matsubara participates in Aichi Triennale 2016 – Homo Faber: A Rainbow Caravan, presenting a new series of ceramic works produced with support of Aichi Prefectural Ceramic Museum, Nagoya School for the Blind, Okazaki School for the Blind.
Aichi Triennale 2016
Artistic Director: Chihiro Minato
Curators [Visual Art]: Masahiko Haito (Chief Curator), Daniela Castro, Hiroyuki Hattori, Tadashi Kanai, Zeynep Öz
Aichi Arts Center
Nagoya City Art Museum
Nagoya city (Chojamachi, Sakae, and Nagoya Station Sites)
Toyohashi city (PLAT, Buildings on the Water, and Toyohashi Station Main Street Sites)
Okazaki city (Higashi-Okazaki Station, Kosei and Rokku Sites)
According to artistic director Chihiro Minato, the Aichi Triennale is “a rare international art festival in that it aims to showcase, in the most integrated manner possible, the artistic activities of our times, including but not limited to visual art, moving images, music, performing arts, and opera.” Inspired by the more measured insights that might be gleaned from taking the long, historical view, Aichi hopes to draw the frazzled, restless attention of the contemporary audience towards a slower, more thoughtful consideration of the connections “between art and the natural world,” and “interactions mediated by intellect and sensitivity.”
Poetic yet conceptually rigorous, Minato’s theme, “Homo Faber: A Rainbow Caravan,” is centered on the timeless idea of a creative journey propelled by human curiosity, and an “expedition caravan that travels across all sorts of borders in search of the next resonances and shapes.”
The Aichi Triennale 2016 runs August 11 through October 23, 2016.
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The children’s homes were becoming targets of the Vichy authorities, so OSE (OEuvre de secours aux enfants) decided to try a more radical way to hide French Jewish children. They would change their identities. They would make the children accept that — although it was totally incomprehensible — they would have to become someone else until the end of the war. We were little girls, but we were expected to become grown-ups. We had to play a double game, to completely adopt this new personality and to act normal in spite of everything. The leaders of OSE made us promise never to reveal our true identities, and I never heard of anyone inadvertently revealing their real identity, even though there were little girls in our group who were barely five years old.
I wish I could meet the administrative geniuses who came up with the brilliant idea of hiding the Jewish children in the government’s own children’s homes run by the Entr’aide d’hiver du maréchal, the “Marshal’s Winter Mutual Aid Society!” Life in these homes was not necessarily simple, and after the war some of my friends told me that they had been very unhappy there. A certain number of children were not taken to these hiding places. Some girls were smuggled into Switzerland, some became domestics in private homes and others were sent to convents or farms. Thanks to a few good people, innocent children were saved from the Germans’ clutches.
One evening, Chief Cabri told me, “Starting tomorrow morning at dawn, your name will be Yvonne Drapier, and your sister’s, Raymonde Drapier. You’ll be part of a group of big sisters with little sisters under your protection. Here’s a short history of your family: Your father was born in Ménilmontant. He drank a lot and didn’t remember anything. He was inducted into the army and taken prisoner in Germany. No one knows where your mother is at the moment. She left you and your sister, and you were found in the streets and taken into the government children’s homes. Say nothing, absolutely nothing, unless somebody asks, and try not to attract notice.”
Saved by Luck and Devotion
We left Spišská Stará Ves in the middle of the night. We went to live on a farm in a nearby village. We would spend the whole day inside the farmer’s house, only allowed to go out during the dark evenings when we were sure we could not be seen by anyone who might betray us. After about a month, the farmer told my parents that it was too dangerous for him to hide us any longer; sheltering a Jew was punishable by death, and we had to leave.
But we had been extremely lucky to have left our town when we did. On May 26, 1942, all the remaining Jews from our town and the nearby villages were ordered by the local police to come to the synagogue. Men, woman, children and the elderly were rounded up and loaded on trains with the enthusiastic support of the Hlinka Guard. Their final destination was one of the Nazi death camps.
When we left the farm, my parents took us to the nearby town of Stará Ľubovňa, where my aunt Malka lived. She had married Joseph Taub, who was from there, in 1941, in a wedding ceremony I still remember so well, even though I was only four years old then.
Through the Taubs, who we stayed with for some time, we had a connection with the local Lutheran Evangelical priest, who was sympathetic to Jews. This priest issued my brother and me false identity documents that stated we had been born as gentiles in a village near Stará Ľubovňa: Jacob was given the name Kubo, and mine stated that my name was Šano Alexander. After receiving these documents, I remember walking past a sign in the entrance to a garden that read “Jews and dogs not allowed,” and saying, “Now we are allowed to enter the garden.” I was five years old.
Eventually, the priest from Stará Ľubovňa communicated with an orphanage that the Lutheran Evangelicals operated in Liptovský Svätý Mikuláš, a town about a hundred kilometres away. We arrived at the orphanage on October 2, 1942, and my parents asked the pastor, Vladimir Kuna, who managed the orphanage, to take in their two Jewish kids and keep them until the end of the war. They must have been thinking that if something happened to them and they did not make it, at least we, their children, would survive. Otherwise, all of us would perish. In hindsight, it must have been an agonizing decision for our parents to let their children be in a different place, separate from them. But the decision proved to be the smart one, the right one. My parents were very resourceful, and we were very lucky.
Fishel Philip Goldig
The Survival Story of a Six-Year-Old Boy
At first, we stayed in the attic of the farmer’s house. But this was very dangerous because the children, who at first did not know we were there, would occasionally go up to the attic to bring down some toys or play. Some of the neighbours’ kids often came to play, especially in winter, and if even one person had said anything about us being there, we’d all be dead. We had to find another place to hide.
The farmer’s yard extended back to a small hill, and, years before we arrived there, he had dug into that hill and constructed a cellar, which was like a cave, with walls and a ceiling made of stones. He stored his supply of potatoes there over the winter.
We thought that we could hide in this cave, but people were coming and going, buying the farmer’s potatoes, and the kids played near there as well, and we were afraid that the children would hear us. And so, in the middle of the night, my father, uncle and the farmer removed a few large stones at the base of the wall of the potato cave and dug further into the side of the hill to make another bunker for us to hide in. The opening of the cave was small and narrow, just wide enough for us to crawl through. We then made it wider, longer and higher to accommodate my parents, me, my aunt and uncle, and my three-year-old cousin Eva. When we were inside the cave, we would replace the stones, so that it could not be detected by anyone who might come inside the potato cellar.
The cave was not very high. When I stood up, I had to bend my head. It was warm and dark, and we had kerosene lanterns and some candles for light. There was a wire mesh over the window that was in the door to the cave, and so we also had some air. Kravchuk gave us a small table, blankets to put on the ground and to cover ourselves with, as well as some old clothing that had belonged to his children.
Once a day, early in the morning, Kravchuk would bring us some food and remove the waste. He would also bring us a big pitcher of water to wash with and for drinking. Once in a while he would spend some time talking to us. He was a nice, gentle man, though he and his wife were afraid of hiding us — they were often afraid to even come into our hole because they were worried neighbours would see them. There was always the fear of betrayal.
In France, underground networks find refuge for eleven-year-old
Eva Lang and her younger sisters, protecting them from
internment camps. In an orphanage in Slovakia, a pastor shelters
young David Korn and his older brother, saving them from
deportation. In a village in Poland, a farmer hides nine-year-old
Fishel Philip Goldig and his parents after they escape from a
ghetto and certain death. When so many people stood by during
the anti-Jewish atrocities of the Holocaust, others risked their
lives to save their Jewish friends and neighbours, and often
even strangers. The three feature memoirs in At Great Risk are
accompanied by excerpted stories of rescue by thirteen previously
published Azrieli Foundation authors, highlighting the
diverse experiences of rescue during the Holocaust. Together,
these stories emphasize not only the courage and moral strength
of the rescuers but also the survivors’ remembrances of and
gratitude to their rescuers after the war.
Introduction by Carol Rittner and Mary Johnson
Eva Lang was born in Brussels, Belgium, in 1930. She immigrated to British Mandate Palestine in 1945 and to Canada in 1974. Eva was an early childhood educator and an aesthetician. She lives in Netanya, Israel, where she paints and is very involved in Holocaust education.
David Korn was born in Brno, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic), in 1937. In 1949, he immigrated to Israel, where he earned a degree in engineering. David came to Canada in 1965 and worked on building restorations in Montreal, Ottawa and Halifax. David lives in Halifax, where he speaks often about his wartime experiences.
Fishel Philip Goldig was born in Mielnica, Poland (now Melnytsia-Podilska, Ukraine), in 1933. He immigrated to Montreal in 1948, where he established various businesses while also becoming a professional singer, cantor and theatre performer. Fishel lives in Montreal and is dedicated to Holocaust education. | <urn:uuid:f60f9def-622e-411a-bc23-d632ce294645> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://memoirs.azrielifoundation.org/education/memoirs/results/?q=at+great+risk&author= | 2023-09-28T17:35:35Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.988887 | 2,050 |
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“These deep-water trials represent a critical checklist before delivery of our new purpose-built ship to become the platform for service it is designed to be. Trials systematically test operational aspects by putting the vessel through paces for an extended period at sea. I am pleased to say that the Global Mercy successfully passed every test,” stated Jim Paterson, Marine Executive Consultant for Mercy Ships.
Global Mercy World Tour: From Asia to Europe to Africa
Before it launches into service to sub-Saharan Africa, the Global Mercy has some sailing to do. First, the ship will sail from the shipyard in Tianjin, China to Belgium as a guest in the Port of Antwerp. Here, we will complete several months of final outfitting, including installation of medical equipment and IT systems.
The Global Mercy will be stocked with supplies by the Mercy Ships European Distribution Centre in Rotterdam. Then we will host a very special set of events to open up and show our amazing new vessel to our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and the press. Here, people can take a tour of the ship and experience what patients experience when they step onboard of the Global Mercy. From the Netherlands the ship sets sail for Africa with the commissioning in Dakar, Senegal, and its first field service by early 2022.
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The Global Mercy is the world’s largest civilian hospital ship. The purpose-designed hospital decks are the unique heart of the ship, consisting of six operating theatres and hospital wards for 200 patients, as well as a laboratory and general outpatient, ophthalmology, and dental clinics. The ship has space for up to 950 persons in port and accommodations for 641 crew, comprised of volunteers from around the globe. The Global Mercy is specially equipped with first-class training facilities so we can contribute to the sustainable support of essential surgical and related skills for local healthcare professionals when docked. With the new ship, we will more than double our impact with life-changing surgeries and training of healthcare professionals over an anticipated 50-year lifespan.
Thanks to a Global Collaboration
With an overall length of 174-meters, a beam of 28.6 meters, and a gross tonnage of 37,000, the ship is a tailored passenger ship-class vessel. And we would not have come this far without our partners from all over the world. The Global Mercy has undergone construction at Tianjin Xingang Shipyard in China, with project management by Stena RoRo AB from Sweden and construction design by Deltamarine from Finland. The French ship brokerage company Barry Rogliano Salles (BRS) was instrumental in helping negotiate the contract. The new ship is classed by Lloyd’s Register in the United Kingdom who witnessed the important tests. The Global Mercy is flagged by Malta and will initially serve in Africa. | <urn:uuid:30802f6e-fd81-4d26-9caa-a863bc3470b0> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://mercyships.org.au/the-global-mercy-ready-to-sail/ | 2023-09-28T17:50:45Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.941328 | 677 |
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When the Roberson Project hired me in July 2021, I was a newly minted PhD from Howard University. Coming from a program that trained activist scholars, I was excited to work for an organization that consciously endeavored to scrutinize its institution’s past. My first assignment was to help research the history of the University’s founding. Eager to prove myself and before I made the move to Sewanee, I ordered two books to be sent to my home in Washington, D.C.: Sewanee Perspectives: On the History of the University of the South (2008) and Sewanee Sesquicentennial History: The Making of the University of the South (2008). I immediately devoured these books, soaking in as much knowledge about the University’s history as I could prior to my first in-person meeting with the Project’s director, Dr. Woody Register. Impressed by this newfound knowledge, Dr. Register shared with me the “Fairbanks List.” Little did I anticipate how much working with this document would influence my development as a historian and scholar in the digital humanities.
George Rainsford Fairbanks, an original trustee and, after the Civil War, a longtime administrator of the University, compiled his “list” in the 1870s. Tanner Potts C’15, the Roberson Project’s first full-time researcher, uncovered the document in the Sewanee Archives in 2017. It consists of an itemized list, detailing the names of 294 people who, prior to the war, pledged funds to the creation of the University of the South. Despite Fairbanks’ effort to document these pre-war promises, most subscribers did not make good on their pledges.
Unfortunately, the list is not as straightforward as a researcher would like: most of the “founding funders” are listed by surname and donation amount with a spare notation to help identify an individual funder: first name, an initial, a title, or a place of residence. Due to these limited hints, efforts to identify these funders have taken significant time. When I joined the Roberson Project, about half of the funders had been identified. My assignment was the same as many of the tasks undertaken by the Roberson Project: to fill in the gaps in the record of Sewanee’s past that earlier researchers missed, neglected, or chose not to address.
I began working on the “Fairbanks List”in August 2021 alongside my other tasks for the Roberson Project. Juggling events, last-minute research requests, archival visits, and leading a seminar on arguments regarding reparations for slavery, I made some progress identifying funders in late 2021. As more biographical and background data was gathered and gaps in previous research were addressed, Dr. Register and I discussed how to make the information public facing. ArcGIS, a geographic information software that is used to create digital maps, was already a proven tool that Dr. Register and Mr. Potts used to create a map to show information on the 37 original Board of Trustees of the University of the South (Within the Pale of the Plantation States: Slavery and the Governance of the University of the South in 1860). The digital map provides a biography of each trustee, their census information, the value of their property, and the number of people they enslaved. This would serve as a template for what became the Founding Funders Map Project.
With ArcGIS as the chosen tool, I sought the expertise of Dr. Christopher Van de Ven, director of Sewanee’s Landscape Analysis Lab, and his assistant, Joshua Alvarez. We met often during that fall and early spring. Mr. Alvarez created the first iteration of the Founding Funders Map. By extracting data from a spreadsheet, he created multiple maps layered over the same region. Each map layer reveals a specific data category, such as the number of enslaved owned or funders’ property values. As I identified more names on the list and the map continue to expand, I began to see how these funders represented the multiple walks of life within the late antebellum period’s leadership class. These men and women included plantation owners, politicians, ministers, newspaper editors, lawyers, doctors, railroad barons, and cotton brokers, with donations ranging from $500 to $25,000. Many owned multiple properties in the South, or homes in the North. Even a Louisiana native studying in a Paris medical school, James Dick Hill, pledged a donation. This was truly a complex network of people. Many later served as civilian or military leaders of the Confederacy during the eras of the American Civil War (1860-1865) and Radical Reconstruction (1865-1877).
As more and more funders were added to the spreadsheet, we had to decide how to display this information. We didn’t want the map to be “academic,” something that would make sense mostly to college faculty-types. We wanted it to be broadly accessible and meaningful to any potential user. We brainstormed innovative ways to use ArcGIS and determined the following:
- To have three “layers” (enslaved, pledged amount, and personal property) to highlight the demographic profiles of the funders;
- To have a pop-up biography (like the back of a baseball card) displaying personal and other information about each funder;
- To include information about primary and secondary professions, because many were plantation owners with an additional occupation;
- To limit each funder, no matter how many properties they owned, to a single pop-up biography linked to location they called home in the 1860 census, which we call their “home” property;
- To provide links to census documents to show where we found much of our information about wealth and slave-holdings and to make that information accessible to all users.
In Spring 2022, we added two undergraduate students to the team: Silas McClung C’24 and Klarke Stricklen C’22. Mr. McClung worked with me to identify several names and track their census information. As spring turned to summer, we drew closer to the project’s launch. The Roberson Project 2022 undergraduate research interns – Plum Champlin, Sofina Behr, Lillian Holloway, Callista Abner, and Carrie Schupack – worked with me for a few weeks to collect and digitize census records. Ms. Schupack and I uploaded these virtual documents to the database. During the summer, there were many nights that I didn’t leave the office until 10 or 11 after long days of working with the interns on their other work for the Roberson Project. The excitement to complete this project was all the fuel I needed.
As the summer continued, Dr. Register and I discussed how to present this information to users beyond the interactive map. We decided to accompany the ArcGIS map with an informative website. Mx. Champlin and I created the first version of this, and then we brought on Dr. Hannah Huber, the Digital Technology Leader and Project Administrator for the Center for Southern Studies, and the website continued to evolve. This experience was enlightening, as I was introduced to the basics of web page creation and digital publishing. In its current state, the website allows users to learn more about the Founding Funders, as each page provides context for the interactive map. The Roberson Project hopes this site helps Sewanee students, staff, faculty, and alumni, as well as the general public, gain greater insight into how and why this institution was created in the context of U.S. slavery.
As with the creation of our nation, the foundation of the University of the South is complicated. The evidence provided by the Founding Funders virtual map illustrates that the University of the South was created by men and women who benefitted from the institution of slavery. Their goal was to raise an endowment to sustain a “Southern institution” that would further southern ideas and industries, primarily agricultural production using enslaved labor. In this way, the history of the University is a microcosm of the history of the United States and its trading partners on both sides of the Atlantic. All were built and prospered on a foundation of enslaved people. Sewanee, like so many ancient universities in the Americas and Europe, was a contributing part of this historical development. While there is much to celebrate about what these institutions have contributed over the generations, that estimation has to acknowledge and reckon with slavery’s role in their evolution.
Editor’s note: Dr. Maginn will be presenting on the Founding Funders Map Project on March 17, 2023 at the University Studying Slavery Conference in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In addition, Dr. Maginn is using Founding Funders Map Project within the classroom. His Spring 2023 course, entitled Slavery, Race and the University, encompasses a comparative exploration of Atlantic World institutions of higher education and their foundational ties to the global slave trade. | <urn:uuid:20306903-641e-4262-b365-7141c0a72169> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://meridiana.sewanee.edu/ | 2023-09-28T17:54:43Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.955386 | 1,871 |
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disorder that attacks the skin. The immune system gets triggered by mistake and it attacks the skin cells, causing an abnormally fast turnover of skin cells. Under normal conditions, skin cells develop deep beneath the skin and rise to the surface in about a month. In a psoriasis patient, the skin cells reach the surface within a matter of days. In the worst cases, the new skin cells are produced ten times faster than normal.
The body can’t keep up with such an accelerated pace, and it can’t shed the old skin cells quickly enough. As a result, they pile up. Psoriasis can occur anywhere on the body, but it is most likely to develop on the scalp, elbows, and knees. It sometimes also appears on the torso, palms and soles of the feet. Psoriasis affects mainly adults, and there are several types. The symptoms, therefore, depend on the type of psoriasis a patient has.
About 50 percent of psoriasis patients also develop abnormalities in their nails. This is especially true of people with psoriatic arthritis. Symptoms involving the nails can include color changes, pitting, pain and separation from the nail bed.
What is Plaque Psoriasis?
Plaque psoriasis, or psoriasis vulgaris, is by far the most common type. It affects about 80 percent of psoriasis patients. The patient develops raised, red, dry skin lesions called plaques that are often covered with silvery scales. The plaques can burn and itch, and they can also appear anywhere on the body, including in the mouth or on the genitals. The plaques most often form on the lower back, scalp, elbows and knees.
What is Psoriatic Arthritis?
Psoriatic arthritis, as the name suggests, is a type of arthritis seen in psoriasis patients. It typically occurs after the patient has developed the skin symptoms. Psoriatic arthritis can affect joints on one or both sides of the body. The symptoms are similar to those of rheumatoid arthritis: both diseases make joints swollen, warm and painful. The back and fingers are the parts of the body most commonly affected.
Are There Other Types of Psoriasis?
Unfortunately, yes. However, they are relatively uncommon. Guttate psoriasis affects mainly children and young adults. It’s generally triggered by a bacterial infection, like strep throat. The patient develops small, pinkish spots on their skin that usually appear on the trunk, scalp, thighs or upper arms. Guttate psoriasis sometimes goes away on its own.
Inverse psoriasis might be triggered by fungal infections. It causes patches of smooth, red, inflamed skin that generally appear in the armpits, under the breasts, in the groin or around the genitals. Sweat and friction can make the symptoms worse.
Pustular psoriasis causes pustules (pus-filled bumps) surrounded by red skin. It can be localized or confined to a single part of the body, like the hands and feet, or it can be generalized and spread over most of the body. Generalized pustular psoriasis is a potentially serious condition that can be accompanied by symptoms like fever, nausea, chills, fast heart rate and weakness.
Erythrodermic psoriasis is the most serious form, and it is, fortunately, the rarest. It affects most of the body, and the patient’s skin develops a red and peeling rash that is often quite painful.
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How often should I schedule HVAC maintenance for my home?
It is recommended to schedule HVAC maintenance at least once a year to ensure optimal performance and prevent potential issues.
What are the signs that indicate a plumbing leak?
Common signs of a plumbing leak include unexplained water puddles, higher water bills, damp or discolored walls or ceilings, and the sound of running water when no fixtures are in use.
How can I improve the energy efficiency of my HVAC system?
Simple steps to improve energy efficiency include regular air filter changes, proper insulation, sealing air ducts, and upgrading to a programmable thermostat.
What should I do if my water heater is not producing hot water?
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What are the benefits of installing a tankless water heater?
Tankless water heaters provide on-demand hot water, save energy by heating water only when needed, and have a longer lifespan compared to traditional tank-style water heaters.
How can I prevent frozen pipes during the winter?
To prevent frozen pipes, insulate exposed pipes, keep cabinet doors open to allow warm air circulation, and let faucets drip during extremely cold temperatures.
What are the warning signs of a failing HVAC system?
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How do I know if my plumbing system is experiencing a sewer line blockage?
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Can I replace a plumbing fixture, such as a faucet or toilet, myself?
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February 6, 2023
Shigeru Ban Is Unimpressed by the Mass-Timber Boom
Sam Lubell: Your book, in my opinion, is a great way to learn about timber architecture, how to employ it and how to be innovative with it. And it’s impressive to see how long you’ve been doing it.
Shigeru Ban: Yes, as you know, it’s now very fashionable to use timber. I’ve been working with timber for many years.
SL: In your introduction you talk about your love of wood, and some of your very specific influences. You talk about a carpenter who worked in your family house, and important architects and engineers like Frei Otto, John Hejduk, and Hermann Blumer. Can you sum up how you became a wood aficionado?
SB: I wanted to be a carpenter when I was small, because I loved the smell of wood, and I thought the process of using it was magical. It was like magic for me that traditional carpenters made houses and fine chairs without any power tools. It’s beautiful just watching that happen. Today that kind of approach is not really possible, but in those days Japanese carpenters didn’t use any electric tools. It was incredible to make a house just from wood.
But I also love wood’s limitations. If you want to make a structure out of steel, it is such a wonderful material. You can do anything you want by welding. You don’t have to create an innovative joint. It’s such a wonderful, easy material. But wood is a natural material, so there are many more challenges. So my interest is in using that kind of humble material and working within those limitations to create something special. To take advantage of the limitations.
That is why for many of my timber structures I don’t want to use a steel joint. Once you start using steel joints it doesn’t need to be a timber structure. It can be a steel structure. You’re just replacing the linear element; it’s not really interesting. My interest is in creating a structure which can be built only with timber. That is characteristic of timber.
I’m always looking for the challenge. Because if I’m given an unlimited budget with a huge site without strict limitations or requirements from a client, I don’t think I can design anything. I always look for some problem or limitation to find the solution.
SL: Environmentalist Paul Hawken, who wrote one of the book’s essays, talks about how your use of wood is celebrating the living world versus the man-made world. Not conquering nature but being part of nature.
SB: Not exactly. Even I don’t like to be in a woody space surrounded by everything with wood. I like to have a contrast. I like to articulate; I like to emphasize the beauty of the timber by contrasting it with something else. So it’s like having this beautiful stone wall in the Barcelona Pavilion by Mies van der Rohe. The pattern and nature of the stone is so beautiful because of the contrast with a neutral material like white seating and very simple space. So in order to emphasize the beauty of wood, I don’t want to be surrounded by wood.
SL: Mass timber is so popular now. It’s been a remarkable rise. It’s not a new technology, but this kind of widespread use is new. So why do you think it took so long to gain acceptance? Do you think it’s because people had a lot of misconceptions? They thought it was unsafe or cheap or not sustainable? Not practical? Hard to maintain? Why do you think it was?
SB: Architects are always looking for the fashionable style of the day. In the ’80s, Postmodernism was very popular, so people’s interest was not material or structure. It was about the surface or the collection of surfaces. And in a very short period of time, the fashion became Deconstructivism. There’s always a fashionable style of the day in any time. I think people are always looking for the next style to follow. I think because of the big movement toward sustainability, and the ecological movement, timber has now become the most popular material.
SL: But it seems like there’s more to it. The material itself—
SB: No, I think that architects use wood as a decoration now and it’s just very superficially used. My interest is not only in using natural material but in not wasting material, saving energy. This was a philosophy of Frei Otto, one of my mentors. He said that his interest was in having the minimum material or minimum energy to get the maximum space. So that’s the same thing. How to take advantage of each characteristic, or each material or each method of construction to reduce material and energy but still gain space. I’m doing the same thing now with materials like carbon fiber and plastic.
SL: What do you think it is about you that drives you to work with materials and techniques that are not fashionable?
SB: Well, since I was a student, when I studied history of architecture, I was a big fan of Frei Otto and others like him. They could avoid following the fashionable style by inventing their own material and structural systems. So I wanted to be an architect who was not influenced by the fashionable style. I don’t want to copy other people’s designs. I want to make my own structural systems. That’s why I started developing my own systems for paper structures and wood structures.
One example is the roof of the Centre Pompidou in Metz. I wanted to use the timber structure horizontally, not vertically. Normally, in order to take advantage of the structural effect of beams, we have to use them vertically. But I started using them horizontally in order to avoid the complicated connection of steel overlapping with timber. The idea came from a traditional Chinese hat. Originally I worked with Ove Arup, and I proposed my structural design. They proposed a different structural system, saying it was cheaper, and I compromised. But the price turned out to be more than our budget, and the mayor forced me to change the structure to steel. I didn’t want to do that, so I visited a few architects who were really good with timber, and finally I met Hermann Blumer through a timber contractor in Germany. When I showed him my original design, he immediately said that it was possible, and cheaper than the other one. In two weeks he had analyzed it and gotten an estimate from a contractor. I changed my engineer to work with him because he always understands my philosophy and we share the same direction. He’s one of the real genius engineers who can realize my proposals.
SL: Are there people that you’re following, either engineers or architects that are really being inventive with wood?
SB: I don’t see anyone.
SL: Do you think there are a lot of things holding back real inventiveness with wood? Perhaps it’s because the codes haven’t adapted? Or because of cost? Lack of training? Or is it just lack of imagination?
SB: I think timber specialists, with expertise in both engineering and architecture, are very limited. In most schools there’s nobody who can really teach timber structures. There’s nobody like Frei Otto. He not only pioneered the thin membrane structure, but he is also the pioneer of the timber grid structure.
SL: Do you see timber becoming a default in construction? Do you think that it could someday replace concrete and steel?
SB: No, no, no. It cannot replace other materials because each material has its own characteristics. For instance, some people try to make high-rise buildings out of timber instead of steel. I’m not interested in doing that because timber is not appropriate for high-rise building. Timber is so weak, and protecting it from fire is so difficult. Now in Japan some companies have made fire-rated timber structures, but it’s fake. Because of our codes, it’s timber surrounded by cement and just decorated outside with a very thin wood like a timber column or beam. But if we start doing this, the inside could be concrete or steel. It doesn’t matter. High-rise building with this kind of material is not necessary. It’s all fake.
SL: It clearly sounds like you’re not impressed with the majority of the timber architecture or construction that’s happening right now.
SB: The architect has to invent their timber system structure, not depend on the engineer. I never asked Mr. Blumer to design the structure. I always designed it myself, and he analyzed and helped me realize it. But most architects just design the shape and ask the engineer to find the solution in timber or even steel. They don’t design the structure.
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I am proud to have represented Meuser, Yackley & Rowland, P.A. at this year’s MCA Annual Training Institute, hosted by Grandview Lodge in Nisswa, Minnesota.
The Minnesota Corrections Association (MCA) was founded in 1933 and works tirelessly to promote the “Professional development of individuals working in all aspects of the corrections field and to promote ethical and just correctional practice.” We were Diamond Sponsors of this year’s event, and continue to support the good work done by the MCA on behalf of their members.
The 2021 conference focused largely on the mental health of Correction Officers and trauma care for inmates. Several breakout sessions discussed the impact of repeated trauma that Correction Officers encounter on a daily basis. While other first responders find themselves in different situations with each shift, Correction Officers deal with the same inmates, the same behavior patterns, and the same significant job stressors each time they report for duty. Both exposure patterns are impactful to those on our front lines, and both require comprehensive care and treatment.
I had the opportunity to talk with many of the attendees during breaks and social hours. I was pleased that so many more individuals are open to discussing the mental and emotional challenges of their job. Once so stigmatized, conversations about depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are slowly coming out into the open. The job of a correction officer is also is physically demanding, and bodily injuries and foreign substance exposures are commonplace.
While many of the exhibitors discussed the ways Correction Officers can better deal with external conflict, the team at Meuser, Yackley & Rowland is firmly committed to helping these officers take care of themselves. Our focus on serving the first responder community gives us a unique perspective into these workplace challenges and allows us to be particularly adept at protecting their rights and securing the benefits to which they are entitled. We are experts in the MSRS and PERA Correctional Plans and can navigate this difficult system on their behalf.
I’d like to extend my sincere gratitude for the MCA, for our Correction Officers, and for everyone putting themselves in the path of danger, day in and day out, to protect the community.
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On Monday, October 3rd, Mexican officials announced the details of a new deal with companies to halt rising food prices, doubling down on a collaborative effort with the private sector as inflation hovers at a 22-year high.
More than a dozen foodmakers and retailers are part of the plan, which will waive certain regulatory requirements, Mexican Finance Minister Rogelio Ramirez de la O said.
Signatories will be granted a license exempting them from quality checks from national health regulators Senasica and Cofepris as well as a general import tax, Ramirez said in a news conference with President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador.
The Mexican government “will suspend the review of any regulation that is considered to prevent or make the importation and entry of food or its movement within the country more expensive,” Ramirez said.
Ramirez added that tariffs and other import costs were included under the deal, which he said in a radio interview later in the day affects all food products, not just basic foodstuffs.
The plan will also pause exports of white corn, beans, sardines and aluminum and steel scrap used in food packaging.
The stoppage of white corn exports “is the strongest measure” that is being taken under the plan, with the hope of making Mexico self-sufficient in its production, Ramirez said in the interview.
Cooperation with private firms is a key element of a multi-pronged package of anti-inflation and scarcity policies first announced in early May and known as the PACIC for its initials in Spanish, which aims to keep prices stable for 24 basic products. These include corn tortillas, rice, soap, tomatoes, milk, sliced bread and toilet paper.
PACIC has helped stave off “7.5 percentage points of additional inflation among the 24 products in the basic basket,” the finance ministry said in September when it presented its 2023 budget package.
There is some dispute over how effective the costly program launched in May has been, given consumer prices in Latin America’s second-largest economy are at more than a two-decade high.
The finance ministry estimates prices for the 24 products included in PACIC fell 0.4% since the program’s start in early May through the second week of August, while a basket of alternative brands and products grew 7.08% over the same period.
Mexico’s most recent inflation data showed food, beverage and tobacco prices rose 13.27% on a year-on-year basis in the first 15 days of September, higher than the annual headline rate of 8.76%.
HELPING MEXICO’S POOREST
The government says that price data published twice monthly by the INEGI national statistics agency does not accurately reflect the effectiveness of the PACIC.
While INEGI measures a basket of products representative of all the different brands at supermarkets and shops across Mexico, the PACIC only covers a limited number of specific brands and products within the wider basket, Rodrigo Mariscal, the finance ministry’s head of economic planning, told Reuters.
Pasta-maker La Moderna, for example, introduced two new lower-priced products, whereas supermarket chain Soriana said it had worked with producers to keep prices down for items in the government’s list of 24 basic products.
Grupo Bimbo announced in May it was also participating in the plan, but only promised to freeze the price of its large white bread. Bimbo was not part of the agreement announced on Monday.
The PACIC’s impact needs to be measured differently to take into account those products and show how effective the program has been in helping Mexico’s poorest consumers, Mariscal argues.
He said a cheaper no-frills sliced white bread was introduced in southern Mexico, traditionally the country’s poorest region, to help strapped consumers.
“It’s a specific line of bread for the south, sold very cheap, and it’s done strategically,” Mariscal added.
Critics have cast doubt on the program’s deals with big producers and supermarket chains, since Mexicans often get their groceries at smaller mom-and-pop shops or markets.
“Only 5% of tortillas are sold in self-service stores or large chains like Walmart. The rest is sold in the more than 110,000 tortilla shops in the country,” said Juan Carlos Anaya, director of the Agricultural Markets Consulting Group.
Meanwhile, the head of Mexico’s consumer protection agency, Ricardo Sheffield, recently acknowledged food prices are still trending higher.
The government says that PACIC’s biggest impact has been helping to keep fuel prices in check through a subsidy, arguing that annual inflation would have reached 14% without the measure.
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- Identify anatomical structures of the female breast
- Describe the physiological processes of the female breast
- List at least 3 factors that increase risk of female cancers
- Describe symptoms and treatment options for female cancers (breast, ovarian and uterine)
- Discuss screening options and recommended frequency for breast, uterine and ovarian cancer
For my mom Kären, A breast cancer warrior and my best example of a strong woman.
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Anatomical Structure of the Female Breast
The breasts are located far from the other female reproductive organs so they are considered “accessory organs” of the female reproductive system. The function of the breasts is to supply milk to an infant in a process called lactation. The external features of the breast include a nipple surrounded by a pigmented areola (Figure 9), whose coloration may deepen during pregnancy. The areola is typically circular and can vary in size from 25 to 100 mm in diameter. The areolar region is characterized by small, raised areolar glands that secrete lubricating fluid during lactation to protect the nipple from chafing. When a baby nurses, or draws milk from the breast, the entire areolar region is taken into the mouth.
Breast milk is produced by the mammary glands, which are modified sweat glands. The milk itself exits the breast through the nipple via 15 to 20 lactiferous ducts that open on the surface of the nipple. These lactiferous ducts each extend to a lobe within the breast itself that contains groups of milk-secreting cells in clusters called alveoli (see Figure 9). The clusters can change in size depending on the amount of milk in the alveoli. The alveolar lobes themselves are surrounded by fat tissue, which determines the size of the breast; breast size differs between individuals and does not affect the amount of milk produced. Supporting the breasts are multiple bands of connective tissue called suspensory ligaments that connect the breast tissue to the dermis of the overlying skin.
Physiological Function of the Female Breast
During the normal hormonal fluctuations in the menstrual cycle, breast tissue responds to changing levels of estrogen and progesterone, which can lead to swelling and breast tenderness in some individuals. If pregnancy occurs, the increase in hormones leads to further development of the mammary tissue and enlargement of the breasts.
Lactation is the process by which milk is synthesized and secreted from the mammary glands of the postpartum female breast in response to an infant sucking at the nipple. Breast milk provides ideal nutrition and passive immunity for the infant, encourages mild uterine contractions to return the uterus to its pre-pregnancy size (i.e., involution), and induces a substantial metabolic increase in the mother, consuming the fat reserves stored during pregnancy.
Structure of the Lactating Breast
The non-pregnant and non-lactating female breast is composed primarily of adipose and collagenous tissue, with mammary glands making up a very minor proportion of breast volume. The mammary gland is composed of milk-transporting ducts, which expand and branch extensively during pregnancy in response to estrogen, growth hormone, cortisol, and prolactin. Moreover, in response to progesterone, clusters of breast alveoli bud from the ducts and expand outward toward the chest wall. Breast alveoli are balloon-like structures lined with milk-secreting cells, or lactocytes. Milk is secreted from the lactocytes, fills the alveoli, and is squeezed into the ducts. Clusters of alveoli that drain to a common duct are called lobules; the lactating female has 12–20 lobules organized radially around the nipple. Milk drains from lactiferous ducts into lactiferous sinuses that meet at 4 to 18 perforations in the nipple, called nipple pores. The small bumps of the areola (the darkened skin around the nipple) are called Montgomery glands. They secrete oil to cleanse the nipple opening and prevent chapping and cracking of the nipple during breastfeeding.
Figure 8. Cancerous Cells
Cancer is the name given to a collection of related diseases. In all types of cancer, some of the body’s cells begin to divide without stopping and spread into surrounding tissues. Cancer can start almost anywhere in the human body. Normally, human cells grow and divide to form new cells as the body needs them. When cells grow old or become damaged, they die, and new cells take their place. When cancer develops, however, this orderly process breaks down. As cells become more and more abnormal, old or damaged cells survive when they should die, and new cells form when they are not needed. These extra cells can divide without stopping and may form growths called tumors.
Cancerous tumors are malignant, which means they can spread into, or invade, nearby tissues. In addition, as these tumors grow, some cancer cells can break off and travel to distant places in the body through the blood or the lymph system and form new tumors far from the original tumor.
Unlike malignant tumors, benign tumors do not spread into, or invade, nearby tissues. Benign tumors can sometimes be quite large, however. When removed, they usually don’t grow back, whereas malignant tumors sometimes do.
- Neoplasms: clusters of abnormal cells; aka “tumors.” When the neoplasms or tumors grow out and replace normal cells they are said to be “infiltrating” or “metastasizing” which means traveling to other parts of the body via the blood or lymph.
- Carcinoma: most common form; starts in the epithelium.
- Sarcoma: forms in connective tissue: bones, muscles, blood vessels.
- Leukemias: form in blood-forming tissues: bone marrow, lymph nodes, and the spleen.
- Lymphomas: form in the cells of the lymph system (the system that filters out impurities and/or infection).
- Conceptually, cancer is thought to develop via the turning on of genes called “oncogenes” or genes that have gone awry. The DNA in these cells replicates at an accelerated rate. “Tumor suppressor genes”, which are present in all of us, fail to stop these cells from dividing thereby allowing a tumor to form.
- A “malignant” tumor is a cancerous tumor, whereas a “benign” tumor is not cancerous and of no imminent danger to the body.
How Cancer Arises
Cancer is caused by changes to genes that control the way our cells function, especially how they grow and divide.
Genetic changes that cause cancer can be inherited from our parents. They can also arise during a person’s lifetime as a result of errors that occur as cells divide or because of damage to DNA caused by certain environmental exposures. Cancer-causing environmental exposures include substances, such as the chemicals in tobacco smoke or beauty products, and radiation, such as ultraviolet rays from the sun.
Cancers are staged 1-3/4, depending on the cancer and the severity. When detected at stage 1, a person suffering from most types of cancer has about a 95% of surviving. The odds go down as you get to stage 3 or 4 (some cancers only have 3 stages, others 4). Doctors will often add an ‘A’ or ‘B’ to the staging as well, and this can relate to whether or not the cancer has invaded other tissues.
Types of Cancer
This list of common cancer types includes cancers that are diagnosed with the greatest frequency in the United States, excluding non-melanoma skin cancers:
- Bladder Cancer: The most common type of bladder cancer is transitional cell carcinoma, also called urothelial carcinoma. Smoking is a major risk factor for bladder cancer. Bladder cancer is often diagnosed at an early stage.
- Breast Cancer: Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women after skin cancer. Mammograms can detect breast cancer early, possibly before it has spread.
- Colon and Rectal Cancer: Colorectal cancer often begins as a growth called a polyp inside the colon or rectum. Finding and removing polyps can prevent colorectal cancer.
- Endometrial Cancer: Uterine cancers can be of two types: endometrial cancer (common) and uterine sarcoma (rare). Endometrial cancer can often be cured. Uterine sarcoma is often more aggressive and harder to treat.
- Kidney Cancer: Kidney cancer can develop in adults and children. The main types of kidney cancer are renal cell cancer, transitional cell cancer, and Wilms tumor. Certain inherited conditions increase the risk of kidney cancer.
- Leukemia: Leukemia is a broad term for cancers of the blood cells. The type of leukemia depends on the type of blood cell that becomes cancer and whether it grows quickly or slowly. Leukemia occurs most often in adults older than 55, but it is also the most common cancer in children younger than 15.
- Lung Cancer: Lung cancer includes two main types: non-small cell lung cancer and small cell lung cancer. Smoking causes most lung cancers, but nonsmokers can also develop lung cancer.
- Melanoma: Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. The main types of skin cancer are squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Melanoma is much less common than the other types but much more likely to invade nearby tissue and spread to other parts of the body. Most deaths from skin cancer are caused by melanoma.
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Lymphoma is a broad term for cancer that begins in cells of the lymph system. The two main types are Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). Hodgkin lymphoma can often be cured. The prognosis of NHL depends on the specific type.
- Pancreatic Cancer: Pancreatic cancer can develop from two kinds of cells in the pancreas: exocrine cells and neuroendocrine cells, such as islet cells. The exocrine type is more common and is usually found at an advanced stage. Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (islet cell tumors) are less common but have a better prognosis.
- Prostate Cancer: Prostate cancer is the most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death among men in the United States. Prostate cancer usually grows very slowly, and finding and treating it before symptoms occur may not improve men’s health or help them live longer.
- Thyroid Cancer: Thyroid cancer can be of four main types, which vary in their aggressiveness. Anaplastic thyroid cancer is hard to cure with current treatments, whereas papillary (the most common), follicular, and medullary thyroid cancer can usually be cured.
Cancer incidence and mortality statistics reported by the American Cancer Society and other resources were used to create the list. To qualify as a common cancer for the list, the estimated annual incidence for 2016 had to be 40,000 cases or more.
The most common type of cancer on the list is breast cancer, with more than 249,000 new cases expected in the United States in 2016. The next most common cancers are lung cancer and prostate cancer.
The following table gives the estimated numbers of new cases and deaths for each common cancer type:
Table 2. Cancer Types
|Cancer Type||Estimated New Cases||Estimated Deaths|
|Breast (Female – Male)||246,660 – 2,600||40,450 – 440|
|Colon and Rectal (Combined)||134,490||49,190|
|Kidney (Renal Cell and Renal Pelvis) Cancer||62,700||14,240|
|Leukemia (All Types)||60,140||24,400|
|Lung (Including Bronchus)||224,390||158,080|
Risk Factors for Cancer
It is not possible to know exactly why one person develops cancer and another doesn’t. But research has shown that certain risk factors may increase a person’s chances of developing cancer. (There are also factors that are linked to a lower risk of cancer. These are called protective factors.)
Cancer risk factors include exposure to chemicals or other substances, as well as certain behaviors. They also include things people cannot control, like age and family history. A family history of certain cancers can be a sign of a possible inherited cancer syndrome.
The list below includes the most studied known or suspected risk factors for cancer:
- Cancer-Causing Substances
- Chronic Inflammation
- Infectious Agents
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Although some of these risk factors can be avoided, others—such as growing older—cannot. Limiting your exposure to avoidable risk factors may lower your risk of developing certain cancers.
The number of new cancer cases can be reduced and many cancer deaths can be prevented. Research shows that screening for cervical and colorectal cancers as recommended helps prevent these diseases by finding precancerous lesions so they can be treated before they become cancerous. Screening for cervical, colorectal, and breast cancers also helps find these diseases at an early stage, when treatment works best.
Vaccines (shots) also help lower cancer risk. The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine helps prevent most cervical cancers and several other kinds of cancer, and the hepatitis B vaccine can help lower liver cancer risk.
A person’s cancer risk can be reduced with healthy choices like avoiding tobacco, limiting alcohol use, protecting your skin from the sun and avoiding indoor tanning, eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, keeping a healthy weight, and being physically active.
Types of Cancer Treatment
Figure 10. Source: National Cancer Institute – https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/types
There are many types of cancer treatment. The types of treatment will depend on the type of cancer and how advanced it is. Some people with cancer will have only one treatment. But most people have a combination of treatments, such as surgery with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.
- Surgery – a procedure in which a surgeon removes cancer from the body.
- Radiation Therapy – uses high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.
- Chemotherapy – uses drugs to kill cancer cells.
- Immunotherapy – helps your immune system fight cancer.
- Targeted Therapy – targets the changes in cancer cells that help them grow, divide, and spread.
- Hormone Therapy – slows or stops the growth of breast and prostate cancers that use hormones to grow.
- Stem Cell Transplant – procedures that restore blood-forming stem cells in cancer patients who have had theirs destroyed by very high doses of chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. There are different kinds of breast cancer. The kind of cancer depends on the cells in the breast affected by cancer.
Research over many years has confirmed that cervical cancer is most often caused by a sexually transmitted infection with human papillomavirus (HPV). There are over 100 related viruses in the HPV family, and the characteristics of each strain determine the outcome of the infection. In all cases, the virus enters body cells and uses its own genetic material to take over the host cell’s metabolic machinery and produce more virus particles.
Risk factors for cervical cancer include having unprotected sex; having multiple sexual partners; a first sexual experience at a younger age, when the cells of the cervix are not fully mature; failure to receive the HPV vaccine; a compromised immune system; and smoking. The risk of developing cervical cancer is doubled with cigarette smoking.
Screening and Prevention
The prevalence of cervical cancer in the United States is very low because of regular screening exams called pap smears. Pap smears sample cells of the cervix, allowing the detection of abnormal cells. If pre-cancerous cells are detected, there are several highly effective techniques that are currently in use to remove them before they pose a danger. However, women in developing countries often do not have access to regular pap smears. As a result, these women account for as many as 80 percent of the cases of cervical cancer worldwide.
In 2006, the first vaccine against the high-risk types of HPV was approved. There are now two HPV vaccines available: Gardasil® and Cervarix®. Whereas these vaccines were initially only targeted for women, because HPV is sexually transmitted, both men and women require vaccination for this approach to achieve its maximum efficacy. A recent study suggests that the HPV vaccine has cut the rates of HPV infection by the four targeted strains at least in half. Unfortunately, the high cost of manufacturing the vaccine is currently limiting access to many women worldwide.
Check for Understanding
- Identify the anatomical structures of the female breast.
- What is the physiological function of the female breast and benefits of breastfeeding?
- What is cancer and how does it impact the body?
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Michael’s Optical, located in the Lenox Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, is a full-service optometry practice in New York City that offers comprehensive care to meet all vision and eye care needs.
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Billy’s disappearance got here 36 months after this individual assisted Karen villagers of Pong Luk Bang Kloy to file a lawsuit to the superintendent for the purpose of ordering the eviction and burning belonging to the village in May 2011. In 30 January 2017, Thailand’s Department of Special Examination (DSI) noted that it will certainly not examine his disappearance, departing it in the hands in the common police force despite three years of no progress in the case. However , after continued tension from the Karen community, and especially Billy’s wife Pinnapa Prueksapan, the DSI required on the circumstance in 04 2019. Quite possibly their overdue willingness to investigate was affected by UNESCO turning down Thailand’s application for Kaeng Krachan to be declared a world heritage internet site because of continual conflicts when using the indigenous Karen communities. In September 2019 the NINTENDO DSI announced that they’d found an oil trommel containing burned human remains, in a atteinte close to for the area the site Billy was final found.
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- Express Department’s Office to Monitor and Fight Trafficking in Persons installed the country in “Tier 2” in 2019.
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- Extremely, plastic is the scourge of Bangkok’s network of storm water moving stations, blockage pumps through seasonal downpours and often turning thoroughfares in to muddy estuaries and rivers.
- Thailand is regarded as one of the planet’s largest customers of vinyl luggage.
Increasingly, cheap is the scourge of Bangkok’s community of storm drinking water pumping channels, clogging sends throughout seasons downpours and often turning thoroughfares into muddy rivers. Thailand is taken into account being one of many planet’s largest consumers of plastic material bags. Government information recommend that the common Thai uses eight plastic material baggage a day. In distinction, the average individual in England makes use of about 80 a yr. Within a 2015 statement, the conservation group Sea Conservancy believed that just five countries—China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand—were in charge of over half of plastic waste materials dumped in to the ocean.
PCD knowledge demonstrates that zero. five million centaines of cheap waste materials in Asia was recycled in 2018 of the total two , 000, 000 tonnes of plastic spend generated. In 2018, the Thai government bodies woke up fully to the dangers of plastic air pollution. The Thai Kitchen cabinet banned employing plastic luggage and Styrofoam food containers for the premises of state corporations. Concurrently, the Department of National Recreational areas, Wildlife and Plant Preservation launched a course to ban plastic baggage, Styrofoam storage containers, plastic cutlery, and plastic-type material straws in Thailand’s 154 nationwide theme parks. Park suppliers may not apply plastics and park tourists shall be forbidden from providing single-use plastic-type items in the parks.
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While delegates work on the floor of the 2019 General Conference, some young adults watch on the sidelines and wonder what the future holds for The United Methodist Church.
JOHN E. HARNISH
Michigan Conference Communication
In the debate over Brexit, it seemed there was a clear divide between young and the old. The older Brits, perhaps longing for the good old days when Britannia ruled the world, voted in favor of leaving the European Union. But young adults who were looking to the future voted to stay connected with the countries of Europe.
Perhaps “Methxit” has some of the same dynamics at play. A majority of delegates to the 2019 General Conference reflect an older demography. But the future of the church rests in the hands of younger clergy and lay leaders. Some urgent, overlooked and unknown implications of this General Conference will have a major impact on young adults and, particularly, young clergy who will be leading the church into a new generation.
Michigan is represented at this Conference by several young adults who are here as delegates and observers, ordained clergy, laity and candidates for ordination. They are all seeking to catch a glimpse of what the future will hold for them and the church they are called to serve.
A small group of Michigan young adults reacted to the mood of the General Conference on this second day of business. Alex Plum, lay reserve delegate, said, “I’m speechless. I put a lot of hope into the fact that we were going to do something new—asking the bishops to lead, creating a commission and calling a special General Conference. But I don’t feel like anything new is happening.”
Alex is also concerned about the mission of the United Methodist church, particularly the mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ in the U.S. He understands the difference between the cultural contexts around the world, but he said, “If the Traditional Plan passes, we will no longer be relevant to the emerging mission field of youth and young adults in the USA.”
The Rev. Megan Crumm Walther, Associate Pastor at Clarkston United Methodist Church reacted to the current process on the floor of the General Conference. “It’s tedious. Some of the amendments are not well-articulated and business can bog down in procedural matters.” Her husband, the Rev. Joel Walther, pastor at Goodrich UMC, reflected the feelings of many observers by saying, “At this point, I just don’t know how to respond.” It is fair to say all three of these young adults would have preferred the “One Church Plan.”
Like many Michigan United Methodists, the Rev. Jeremy Wicks has been following the Special Session online. He is the pastor of Mosaic Church, a new church plant in Traverse City, Michigan. On Facebook, Wicks said, “While I have all sorts of anxiety around this, most of the world simply doesn’t care what we do. The world has moved on while we debate the value of some of our beloved siblings.”
Responding to the question, “What about your congregation?” Pastor Megan said, “Before this General Conference, my congregation was pretty much unaware of the position of the United Methodist Church. Now they know and prior to the conference they were excited about the possibility of more flexibility.”
In addition to young adults who are attending the conference as delegates and observers, there is a large group of seminary students from the various United Methodist seminaries, most of whom are here with their professors, to observe the work of the conference. Many of them are candidates for ordained ministry, who are looking forward to serving as elders and deacons in the church. They will be watching to see if the delegates sense their passion and are willing to base their decisions on the hopes and dreams of the leaders of the future.
One of Michigan’s own seminarians, Paul Reissmann, is watching GC2019 at home on the livestream. “My heart and spirit feel divided as someone in the process toward becoming a clergy member of The United Methodist Church,” Reissmann says. “Yet, my frustration is a small fraction of the suffering endured by my LGBTQ+ siblings in Christ.” Reissmann concludes, “The actions being taken in St. Louis feel like grace is being traded for austerity in a tradition that claims full accessibility of salvation to all people.” Then he wonders, “Witnessing this, can I still continue in the process toward ordination with integrity?”
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Middle Grade Mafia: For those who haven’t yet read The Eighth Day, please tell us a little about the series and how you came up with the idea.
In The Eighth Day, 13-year-old Jax Aubrey discovers a secret day of the week squeezed in between Wednesday and Thursday and a teenage girl living in the house next door who exists only on that hidden day. The idea came from a family joke. Whenever my daughters asked my husband when they could do something (go ice skating, go to the beach) and he didn’t have a ready answer, he’d tell them, “We’ll do it on Grunsday.” Eventually I started wondering what it would be like if there really was a Grunsday in the week, but not everybody was aware of it.
That was the original premise. The idea that this secret day would be rooted in Arthurian legends and the notion to include modern day vassals and liege lords in the story came later as I developed a plot to go with the premise.
MGM: I was hooked on The Eighth Day from the first page. How and why did you choose Jax as your protagonist?
Thank you! Like all my protagonists, Jax came to me after I conceived the premise for the story. Probably only other writers will understand this, but I don’t have a lot of control over the gender or name of my main character. They just show up and claim the job. (In a recent WIP, a girl showed up for a story where I was expecting a boy MC.)
I knew right from the start that Jax would be newly orphaned and living with a lax and negligent 18-year-old guardian. He would experience the secret day of the week by himself the first time and be totally freaked out by the empty-seeming world. The second time it happened, he’d discover his reluctant guardian also experiences this secret day.
However, Jax’s personality developed over many successive revisions. The final (and correct) version of Jax Aubrey is very different from the boy in the first draft.
MGM: When you were plotting the first book, did you map out the story arc for the entire trilogy or did each come after you completed the one before?
I’m not a very good plotter or outliner. I usually have a beginning, an ending, and a few intermediary events in my mind when I start writing. Getting from point to point is the adventure! So no, I did not have a series arc in mind when I wrote The Eighth Day. I had no idea if the story would sell at all, let alone in a multi-book deal.
When it did sell, it was in a 3-book deal with an option for 2 more books. I was instructed by my editor to plan a 5-book story arc that could end on the 3rd book if necessary. Very tricky! Book 3 had to serve as a satisfying ending – or the mid-point in the series!
At that point, I brainstormed premises for Books 2 to 5. I only planned out the plots when I came to each book – and by that, I mean I thought up a beginning, an ending, a few intermediary events in between, then plunged in to discover the story organically.
MGM: I love hearing about the path authors took to get their first book deal. What was yours?
I self-published a book titled High Spirits in 2007– before the popularity of e-books and the rise of the indie author. In 2009, I was offered – almost simultaneously – a film option for the book and a book contract with Sourcebooks. I accepted both. In 2010, the book was re-published under the title We Hear the Dead, and in 2013 a 7-minute short film called The Spirit Game went to the Cannes Film Festival. (Currently, the film is being used to pitch the idea for a television series in Hollywood and also to Canadian companies. It’s available to watch on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YV4N_C87rFs)
Also in 2010 I started to look for an agent by querying a new project, and ended up signing with Sara Crowe right before Christmas. So I did everything backwards: 1) published a book, 2) got a book contract, and 3) signed with an agent.
MGM: Can you share a bit about your writing discipline? Do you write every day, have a word count goal, etc?
I’ve found that trying to force myself to write at a specific time or count the words I produce each day is counter-productive. It demoralizes and de-motivates me. The fact is, I usually do write every day, but it might not be on my WIP. It might be blog posts or promotional things like proposals to speak at conferences. Because of the way I write first drafts – dot-to-dot – it sometimes takes me time to figure out how to get from one part of the story to the next. Forcing it doesn’t help. So, I might play with a different project while I wait for inspiration to strike, or sometimes I need to put writing aside and read, watch TV, clean the house (eek), etc. Of course, writing under a deadline means I eventually must corral that Muse and put her to work, but so far I have never missed a deadline – even a very tight one.
MGM: Any advice for writers who are not yet published?
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Work on more than one manuscript; try different genres and target audiences. Take risks, and don’t let anyone tell you what you can’t do. In 2007, it was against standard advice to self-publish, but I did it anyway and it opened a lot of doors for me.
MGM: I know you’re busy with your release. Thanks for taking the time to share with us!
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We're excited to announce we will be celebrating our 5th annual International Weekend on Saturday, March 20, 2021. The event, which will be held at 125 N. Watterson Trail, Louisville, Kentucky, will celebrate the cultural diversity of the congregation and the local community through international music, worship, and fellowship!
In years past, this has been a major gathering four our church and community, with hundreds in attendance. And while we would love to be able to do that, current COVID concerns have required us to change things this year. However, we are pleased to be able to have a few of the events and things that make the weekend so special.
During the event, attendees will enjoy an International Concert featuring music sung in multiple languages including Portuguese, Twi, Romanian, and Kpelle. A special highlight of the International Worship will be the Virtual Parade of Nations featuring flags from more than 25 native countries of Middletown’s members, as well as music from around the world. Guests are encouraged to wear international clothing to the service!
International Weekend is an awesome opportunity for the local community to participate in an international worship experience amongst a friendly congregation where Jesus is exalted. All events are absolutely FREE and open to the public!
To attend in person, we ask that you register as we are limited in our capacity due to social distancing requirements. Please register for In-Person Worship to attend.
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Burned oil on the dipstick could be an indicator of overheating, or more importantly in your case a head gasket issue. I would stay away from this unless you’re willing to put in work to swap over the motor later on.
What does it mean when the oil on the dipstick is burnt?
Some light oil sludge or dry yellow/brown residue on the dipstick is quite normal. They will all do that eventually if they never get completely wiped off. Car’s are lucky to have the oil checked at all, let alone anyone bothering to wipe the whole thing off.
How do you get burnt oil off a dipstick?
- Remove the dipstick.
- Clean off the engine oil with a rag.
- Spray “EASY OFF Oven Cleaner” down the entire length of the dipstick.
- Allow to eat at the residue for about 1 minute to eat the burnt on oil.
- Wipe off with a clean rag.
- Repeat if necessary in severly stained areas.
- Replace your dipstick.
Why is my oil stick full of oil?
3 – What If the Oil Level is Too High? In certain cases, the oil level may have risen since the last time you checked or there is too much oil on the dipstick. This could be due to condensed water (from combustion), condensed fuel or a coolant leak – all are causes for concern.
Why does my oil look like sludge?
Oxidation can occur quickly when the oil continues to be held at extreme temperatures over an extended period of time. The molecules in engine oil break down during oxidation and combine with dirt, fuel, metallic particles, water, gases, and coolant. This mixture becomes the sticky sludge.
Is it OK to check oil with a paper towel?
Use your paper towel to wipe down the stick, starting at the top by the handle and going all the way to the tip. Fold your paper towel in half and wipe the stick one more time. The dipstick should now be oil free.
How do I check the oil on my dipstick?
On top of a clean paper towel. Like this gently lay it straight down onto the towel. And slowly drag the stick straight downward. See this till.
Does synthetic oil turn to sludge?
Natural petroleum based oil motor oils will break down at high temperatures. At this high temperature oxidation can occur which will develop deposits and varnish. These also can cause sludge. Synthetic oil does not have these problems.
Will synthetic oil remove sludge?
You can learn more about the many reasons why you should switch to synthetic oil here. A synthetic oil change will help you prevent sludge from forming and, in case it already exists, scrub off most of the gunk and send it back into the oil filter.
How do you fix oil sludge?
The simplest solution here is to use a chemical engine sludge remover. There are some sources that don’t really like them, but they are the easiest way to get rid of engine sludge. They are typically added to the old oil, then you idle the engine for 5-10 minutes without driving it.
What causes oil to gel?
Sludge is a thickening and breakdown of the oil as it deteriorates, as moisture and contaminants build up. This causes the oil to gel, resulting in excess wear as friction increases or, in extreme cases, a stop-right-now failure.
Does seafoam clean oil sludge?
When added to an engine’s oil crankcase, Sea Foam Motor Treatment works to clean and liquefy heavier oil deposits, so the residues will drain away when the oil is changed. Sea Foam cleans internal engine parts, prevents sludge and other harmful oil formations.
Does engine flush damage your engine?
As General Motors alludes to in the publication above, engine flushes can damage your engine. The chemicals in flushing additives can damage engine seals, leading to expensive repairs in the event of an oil leak. These chemicals can also damage engine bearings; turbochargers and other oil-lubricated components.
Can you leave engine flush in overnight?
Can I leave the engine flush chemical overnight? Engine flush chemicals should not be used for a long period (more than 5-10 minutes). just use it right before an oil change. Longer applications of chemical additives used for engine flush can damage the engine.
Is engine oil flush a good idea?
A good engine flush can help loosen deposits and dissolve sludge, helping return your engine to like-new condition. However, in old engines with high miles, sludge may be the only barrier keeping oil from seeping through worn or cracked seals. Removing the sludge exposes the seals for what they really are – junk. | <urn:uuid:88f33673-25f3-4e8e-b676-9b9c2719f6c2> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://mijnauto.blog/en/burn-oil-residue-on-oil-stick-43307/ | 2023-09-28T18:57:49Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.94191 | 1,005 |
All of 2020 and now 2021, we have heard one word on repeat, almost everywhere we go. The term ‘virus’ is so common that it is now infamous to us all. Funnily enough, these dangerous germs are certainly an absurd sight to behold! Who would have imagined the very virus to create a new normal (and this blog too!) resembles some sort of alien device or planet? Today we will take a closer look into these bizarre organisms and why are viruses so weird.
What is a Virus?
A virus is a microscopic parasite that hijacks cells in living things (just like you and me) and takes control of them. Then, it copies itself as many times as it can before it breaks the cell open and lets the new viruses out. These new viruses then find a new cell and do it all over again.
A virus must have:
- A protein coat
- Infectious particles (that can make you sick!)
- RNA or DNA nucleic acid core
Viruses can also have spike protein, a membrane, and many different shapes and sizes.
Types of Viruses
There are 21 different types and classifications of viruses but the most important are the icosahedral, envelope, complex, and helical viruses. Sounds confusing right? Don’t worry, they are a lot more simple than the sound.
An icosahedral is a sphere (here’s the cool bit), but it’s made completely of triangles. These equilateral triangles connect to make a sphere shape. Icosahedral viruses include the Rhinovirus and polio.
Envelope viruses are viruses with a membrane that quite literally envelopes the virus. One example of an envelope virus is the flu or influenza.
Helical viruses are long and tube-shaped, like a slinky when you squash it straight down. In a helical virus, the DNA or RNA is found straight down the middle of the virus. Ebola is an example of a helical virus.
Finally, we have complex viruses. These have a combination of helical and icosahedral shapes such as the bacteriophage. This wacky virus looks like a Mars rover and a spider were put in a blender to create a bacteriophage smoothie! That’s one weird virus!
Why do Viruses have Spikes?
You might have noticed that there are plenty of spikes on all the virus images. A lot of viruses have spike protein, but why?
Imagine that every cell has a door, and each door has a unique key. The spike protein’s purpose is to resemble that key and make it easier to enter the cell. That’s why the virus has spike protein.
I’m sure you all can agree that viruses are pretty weird microorganisms. Despite their nasty habits and sickness, these funky organisms sure are some abnormal sights!
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Join for Ada Limón's visit as part of the Francis A. McAnaney Humanities Lecture, previously known as the Christian Culture Lecture. This lecture series has welcomed remarkable writers, historians, philosophers, and theologians to their campus over the past 15 years.
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Water Rates & Policies
Listed below, you will find the Town of Millersburg current water rates and policies. If you do not find the information you need, please contact our office and we will provide it for you.
Should you experience a problem with your water, please call the phone numbers provided. We will do everything possible to locate the problem with your water.
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Buying a suit online is easy enough, but buying a suit that fits well and looks good is a little more complicated. Though tailoring is an art, it’s also a science of sorts, with endless variables and numbers to input and weigh up.
“It is going to be a lot easier for someone that already has quite a few suits in their wardrobe than it is for someone who is a tailoring novice,” says Mats Klingberg, founder of one of London’s most sophisticated menswear stores, Trunk Clothiers. “But even so, it’s definitely something that everyone should consider.”
The key to ordering something that won’t leave you looking like you’ve raided your dad’s wardrobe (or worse, your teenage brother’s) is to conduct a little research before you make a single click. To help, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of everything you need to know about buying a suit on the internet.
How To Buy A Suit Online: 4 Key Points
1. Know Your Measurements
Ordering a suit without measurements is like driving blindfolded. The simplest way of finding yours is to measure an existing suit that you like the fit of. “If the garment you’re looking at has similar measurements to one of your existing suits, you can be pretty confident that it will fit,” Klingberg explains. Most retailers have instructions for how they measure their garments, but in any case these are the general rules.
Chest: Lay the jacket flat with all buttons closed and run a measuring tape from armpit to armpit. If you don’t have a jacket that fits well, have someone measure around the broadest part of your chest (usually around nipple height), under your arms and level with the ground. Keep a finger between the tape and your body to allow for comfort.
Waist: Take a pair of trousers that fit well (jeans or chinos will work just fine) and lay them completely flat. Measure the waistband from edge to edge, and double the result to get your waist measurement. Otherwise, wrap the tape around the part of your body where your waistband usually sits.
Inseam: Lay a pair of existing trousers flat and measure the distance from the fork of the trousers (where both legs meet) to the hem. If you don’t have a pair with the right inseam, stand straight-legged and measure the inside of your leg from your groin to where you want your trousers to end (between your ankle and the top of your shoe sole).
2. Know Your Size
Frustratingly, suit sizes aren’t universal. Most brands will use the UK/US sizing standard which just takes the chest measurement in inches, meaning if you have a 38” chest, a size 38 jacket should fit you perfectly.
The same goes for trousers, which are sold by waist size. However some websites will use European (marked EU) or Italian (IT) sizing, which take half of the chest measurement in centimetres.
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An easier way to find an EU/IT jacket size is to add 10 to your UK/US size, e.g. a man with a 40” chest should order an EU 50 jacket. For trousers, add 8 to your UK/US size to get your EU size, or 16 to get your IT size (e.g. if you have a 32” waisst, order an EU 40 or an IT 48).
3. Know Your Fit
“For something to look good and feel good, it simply has to fit,” says Klingberg. “When shopping online, it’s really important to look at photos closely and to read product descriptions carefully to see what they say about the fit of a suit, whether it’s slim, regular or classic for instance.” If you’re already in possession of a few suits, check the labels of one that you like. If not, here are the basics.
The leanest of all fits, a skinny fit jacket will cut close around the chest and nip in at the waist, and will come with narrow tapered trousers. The best skinny fit suits are those that are simple: single breasted with one, two or three buttons and a narrow lapel. Generally, these work for men who are short or medium in height with a slim build.
A slim fit suit is the most versatile of all, with a jacket closely tailored to the body and straight, narrow trousers. It looks great in either a single or double-breasted cut and is a better option for taller men who can look gangly in skinny fits, and for men of all heights who have a medium build.
Sometimes labelled regular, a classic fit suit is cut wide around the chest and hangs straight at the waist, with generously cut trousers for a more comfortable fit. Stockier men will find a regular fit more flattering, but should stick to a two-button single breasted cut to keep it contemporary.
Tailors traditionally use a layer of canvassing or fusing along with padding at the shoulders to give a jacket structure. An unstructured blazer removes this rigidity and along with it much (but not all) of the formality, creating a softer garment that can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.
4. Fabric Choice
The look and feel of a suit is perhaps the trickiest thing to gauge when shopping online – how a fabric photographs under bright studio lighting isn’t necessarily how it’s going to look out in real life. “It’s also important to consider that a heavy winter fabric might have a very different feel to it than a light summer fabric, even if the measurements are pretty much the same,” adds Klingberg.
Wool: The traditional choice for tailoring, wool is soft, breathable and, if looked after, wears well with time. Look for a mid-weight wool (around 11-12 oz) which can be worn all year round whatever the occasion.
Cotton: Ideal for spring weddings, cotton suits are among the lightest and most breathable but have little stretch, meaning they’re at their best when cut in a relaxed fit.
Linen: The most lightweight of all suit fabrics, linen is great for the warmer months but does have a tendency to crease easily. An unstructured linen suit is perfect for smart-casual dress codes, with structured linen-wool or linen-cotton blends working well for formal occasions.
Polyester: Any sub-£100 suit will likely be made of 100 per cent polyester. A synthetic fibre (and therefore the least sustainable option), polyester doesn’t breathe in the way that natural cloths do, meaning it can leave you sweaty and uncomfortable.
Between this and its tendency to turn shiny with wear, it’s best to avoid where possible, though polyester-wool or polyester-cotton blends are good value alternatives.
The Best Places To Buy A Suit Online
Reiss has long cornered the market for well-priced, well-made suits that are modern but not too trend-driven, all of which can also be ordered online with a few simple clicks. In terms of pricing Reiss is at the costlier end of the high street, but you get what you pay for.
A relative newcomer to the tailoring game, Suitsupply’s collection ranges from classic to conversation-starter. The Amsterdam-based brand does a decently (and affordable) starter suit for those looking to build their collection, and offers a custom option that’s significantly cheaper than a trip to the tailor.
If you’re looking to drop a serious wedge on designer tailoring, Mr Porter is the site for you. Stocking a range of brands from Tom Ford to Gucci, it has an unbeatable 24/7 customer service team that can advise on everything from size to which colour shoes to wear with a suit.
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Not only does M&S produce some of the finest jelly sweets known to man, it also does a surprisingly good line in tailoring that’s excellent value for money. Definitely one to check out if you’re heading into your first corporate job, or have a shotgun wedding.
Owned by the same world-conquering conglomerate as Zara, Massimo Dutti does a fine line in contemporary, fashion-forward suits that look much more expensive than they actually are, ideal if you’re entering the ‘six weddings-a-year’ phase of your life.
Buying A Suit Online: Pro Tips
Check Returns Policy
Make sure that you know exactly how long you have to return any suits that don’t fit or that you don’t like. Legally speaking, retailers have to give you at least 14 days to do this, but in some cases you may have to cover the return postage yourself.
Get It Altered
Hopefully any suit that you order after reading this guide should fit pretty well, but off the rack tailoring (ie suits that aren’t made-to-measure or bespoke) can always be improved. Jacket sleeves and trouser legs are cheap and easy to alter and make a massive difference.
Learn The Details
It certainly pays to spend some time reading up on the basics of tailoring. There are different lapels, types of pocket, shoulder styles and countless other touches which can transform the look of a suit.
Mind The Drop
Suits are traditionally sold in drop six, which means there is a six inch difference between the jacket size (chest) and trouser size (waist). If your measurements don’t line up with this, look for suits that are sold as separates.
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Meditation can give you the upper hand in life. It can help you reduce feelings of stress, anxiety and depression, improve your relationships with others, and give you a clearer, more balanced view of the world. But there are a lot of myths and misconceptions surrounding the practice, so it’s important to spend some time trying to understand what mindfulness really is. At MindOwl, we believe that this can’t be done without some solid scientific backup.
Many people have doubts about what they see as ‘new-age spiritualism’, but in reality, you can’t refute the evidence. Even the studies of the studies recognise that mindfulness meditation is powerful. After all, the ‘godfather’ of western mindfulness, Jon Kabat-Zinn, grew his practice out of medical school. By combining science and Eastern spirituality, it’s possible to gain greater insight into the way your brain works.
Cast your mind back to a moment when you were either under extreme stress or completely at ease, and became aware that your focus got intense. It may have been a situation of danger where your intensified focus allowed you to think clearly and logically, or it may simply have been a moment of genuine peace and tranquillity, in which you were intensely aware of the wonderful scenes and sensations around you.
Imagine being able to harness that power of focus all the time. That’s what mindfulness is about. Try not to get bogged down by images of hippies sitting cross-legged on a cushion, or Buddhist monks in the Tibetan mountains — mindfulness is for everyone. It’s about connecting with your own well-being and being more observant and intentional in your daily life. For many people, it’s about happiness. And while you may consider it to be an airy-fairy subject, mindfulness is backed up by some of the foundations of psychological science, with concepts such as neuroplasticity highlighting exactly how it works.
We’ll dig further into how mindfulness works a little later. First, let’s talk more about what falls under this umbrella term.
What is Mindfulness?
Before you whip out the cushion and start meditating, let’s explain what mindfulness is. While mindfulness meditation can be extremely effective in helping you find peace, mindfulness training is about far more than just formal practice. Training your ability to harness that intense present-moment focus can bring a wide array of benefits. As Sam Harris (one of the leaders of Western mindfulness) states:
“How we pay attention to the present moment largely determines the character of our experience and, therefore, the quality of our lives.”
That’s right, the quality of your life – or in other words, your levels of happiness – can be greatly influenced by practising mindful awareness on a regular basis. You don’t need to be in a crisis or staring down the barrel of one of life’s big dilemmas; simply try to bring a mindful approach into your everyday life as often as possible, and you’ll begin to get better at having a cool head when you really need it. This will make you better equipped to deal with the challenges, demands and pressures of modern life.
To get a more tangible grasp of what it means to cultivate mindfulness, let’s consider the definition of Unified Mindfulness, as offered by Shinzen Young. He defines the system of mindfulness as one of “concentration power, sensory clarity, and equanimity working together.”
Basically, this means harnessing that focus through awareness of what’s happening both around you and inside you and being at ease with that. This definition highlights how mindfulness is about far more than just paying attention or being aware of our thoughts.
So why is it important? What are the benefits of mindfulness? Again, Shinzen Young and his 5 Dimensions of Happiness provide a pretty good answer to that. They are:
- Reduce perceived suffering.
- Elevate sensual fulfilment.
- Understand yourself at all levels.
- Make positive behaviour changes.
- Cultivate/discover a spirit of love and service. (Think of this as compassion to yourself and others).
It’s important to be aware of the fact that mindfulness can refer both to a quality of mind that can be accessed throughout your everyday life, and to mindfulness meditation, which is a more formal practice. Both these applications of mindfulness can bring greater happiness, peace of mind, and clarity to your life, and we’ll discuss and interlink them in more detail as we go on.
So, how did mindfulness meditation first come into existence?
What Are the Origins of Mindfulness Meditation?
Mindfulness has its roots in Asia’s ancient societies, with a number of different regions developing meditative practices dating back several thousand years. Most early forms of mindfulness are linked to the Buddhist tradition, which is inherently ethical and guided by overt efforts to live a wholesome everyday life. Buddhist mindfulness is a sort of social practice that encourages practitioners to build an “ethically minded awareness”.
However, Western ideas about mindfulness have moved away from this tradition slightly. While the principles of mindful awareness, concentration, and present moment-centeredness have remained core throughout, mindfulness today comes in many different formats, and much of the spiritual tradition has ebbed away. While it may not apply directly to you, it’s still useful to know the heritage of mindfulness meditation — so let’s look into it a little.
The Buddhist concept of sati (meaning ‘awareness’ in Pali) represents the root of what we call mindfulness in the modern world. According to Tse fu Kuan, sati has four different meanings:
- Simple awareness – using bare attention from moment to moment
- Protective awareness – having greater control and restraint over the stimuli of the six sense modalities
- Introspective awareness – more vigilantly monitoring the present moment, ignoring the various mental states that constantly ‘colour’ the mind
- Deliberate awareness – making conscious efforts to form inspiring ideas & conceptions
Some people argue that meaning has been lost thanks to “the mystification of mindfulness” which has seen the practice appropriated and repackaged for white Western audiences. On the other hand, though, a psychological approach can give us some useful insight into how mindfulness affects the brain. While Buddhist spirituality and scientific fact may seem like opposites to you at first, the two ideas are more linked than you might think. Let’s take a look at the definition of mindfulness according to psychology.
The Definition of Mindfulness According to Psychology
Scientific studies have discovered a variety of mental and physical health benefits for mindfulness practitioners. These include higher levels of well-being, self-compassion and empathy amongst meditators, as well as reduced chances of suffering from high emotional reactivity, rumination, thought suppression or fear of emotion.
A psychological approach to mindfulness practice can have real benefits. For example, formal practices like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction can be very effective when used alongside traditional medical or psychological treatment. Developed in the late 1970s by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) can help treat conditions like chronic pain, multiple sclerosis and cancer, while the seriousness of anxiety and panic attacks, asthma, headaches and fatigue can also be reduced. You can find out more about this dedicated training practice here.
Definitions of mindfulness within psychology can vary. Ruth Baer defines mindfulness as “focusing one’s attention in a non-judgemental or accepting way on the experience occurring in the present moment”, while also resisting “states of mind in which attention is focused elsewhere.” Psychologist Zindel Segal describes mindfulness as “a process of regulating attention in order to bring a quality of non-elaborative awareness to current experience”, which is perhaps a more succinct definition.
Our article on the definition of mindfulness according to psychology delves a little deeper into this issue. For now though, we’re going to focus on one psychology expert whose work provides us with some real insight into how mindfulness impacts the brain.
The Science of Mindfulness
Whether you wrap it up in religious practice or not, mindfulness works because of neuroplasticity.
Neuroscience can help us understand why mindfulness makes us calmer, happier and more resilient. One of the most crucial things we can learn from it is that our brain structures are not set in stone. They can adapt, change and develop depending on our actions and choices — this is called neuroplasticity.
Mindfulness encourages us to take advantage of this by deliberately prompting positive changes in how our brains behave. Actively choosing to reprogram what’s going on upstairs at a cerebral level can help you break unhelpful habits and stop yourself from reacting to the same everyday triggers and events in the same unhealthy ways.
Upasaka Culdasa is another mindfulness advocate whose teachings we can refer to here. In ‘The Magic of Mindfulness’, he uses the example of a disagreement with a partner, neighbour or boss to draw attention to how your reactions, in real-time, feel automatic. That’s because they are. These reactions are based on the programming of your mind, which has been reinforced by a lifetime’s worth of experiences. The emotion of the moment causes you to act based on past experience, meaning that you make the same mistakes and remain stuck in a perpetual cycle.
However, that programming is not as set in stone as we once believed. Yes, it takes time to reprogram your mind, but that’s where mindfulness and meditation practices come in. As Upsaka Culdasa goes on to explain:
“Ultimately, it is mindfulness that will determine whether you live your life reactively, out of past conditioning and unseen programming, or overcome that programming and live with wisdom.”
Medical research has backed this up, showing how the long-term practice of meditation can change physical aspects of your brain, including increased cortical thickness, and increased grey matter in the brain stem.
Unfortunately, it takes a lot of time and effort to positively alter your brain. This is because our evolutionary programming doesn’t predispose us to happiness at all. Instead, it equips us for survival. In prehistoric times, humans were built for avoiding predators, catching prey, and defending themselves. The question of a healthy mind was of less importance than staying alive.
As a result, we’re naturally more likely to notice something that threatens us or poses some sort of danger. We then set our mental hardwiring based on that, and changing that programming can take a lot of work. One of the first things we must try to do is to start looking at our thoughts and feelings in a non-judgemental way. This is key to meditation.
How to Meditate
How does meditation work in practice? The clue is in the final word of that sentence: it requires time, and it requires learning. For that reason, most people start by practising mindfulness techniques ‘on the cushion’ in a concentrated way, before learning how to pay attention on a deeper level in other areas of life, and gradually growing more and more control over how their mind works.
Before getting started, throw away any preconceptions you have, because they’re not going to help you.
The truth is, meditation doesn’t require any special powers — you have all the resources you need with you right now, you just need to know how to access them.
Making an effort to meditate regularly will allow you to naturally start growing awareness of your thoughts and emotions throughout everyday life. Here are a few tips to help you get started.
- Give it time: Set aside a specific time each day, giving yourself space and privacy to practise meditation. Maintaining a regular routine during changing times can be hugely beneficial to your wellness.
- Observe: Don’t try to shut down your thoughts. Instead, view yourself as a passive but curious observer. Let the thoughts come and go, but don’t act on them. Simply pay attention to the present moment and let go of judgement. Be aware of what’s going on in your mind and body. The simplest way to do this is to concentrate on your breath.
- Let go: You’ll find this tricky at first and the judgements will pile on, but don’t berate yourself. Simply acknowledge the judgement, before trying to observe it and let go of it. Move back to a non-judgemental awareness and focus on the breath.
- Keep coming back: It’s completely normal for your mind to wander. When this happens, just try to gently bring yourself back to the present and the breath, or any other anchor. You’ll need to do this over and over. Struggling to ‘concentrate’ is not a failure in meditation, it is a part of it.
- Practice: It may sound simple, but meditation can be hard — it takes practice. A little each day and you’ll soon notice mindfulness spilling over into other moments in the day.
One of the most fundamental benefits of mindfulness is that over time it can make us more likely to respond wisely, and less likely to react mindlessly. Regular practice can help us make the principle of ‘Respond, Don’t React’ an ordinary habit, allowing us to experience life in a more balanced, attentive way.
Start Practising Mindfulness Today
Realising that you can use neuroscience to your advantage can open up all sorts of opportunities. At its core, this is what mindfulness is. All you need to get started is a desire to make positive changes to your life.
You can bring mindfulness meditation into your life at any time, in any place. After a while, you’ll notice that mindfulness training can be applied in every moment of every day.
Rewiring your brain in this way can significantly improve your well-being. But how exactly does that work? Let’s spend some more time exploring the positive effects mindfulness meditation can have on you.
Why should I meditate?
Even if on the surface you feel happy, healthy and calm, mindfulness meditation may still benefit you immensely. Neglecting your mind is similar to neglecting your housework. In the same way that after a while, dirt, junk, and mess will pile up in a house, negative thoughts and emotions, stresses and anxieties can grow and become overwhelming with time. Implementing mindfulness meditation practices can reduce the risk of this happening. But let’s dig into the details; what are the tangible, proven benefits of meditation?
Increased empathy and compassion
Within many Buddhist practices, the main objective of meditation is to enhance empathy and compassion. By calming the mind and improving attentiveness, we can learn to treat others with more kindness, patience and respect. This idea is harnessed by compassion meditation exercises such as Loving-Kindness Meditation and Tonglen, which focuses on cultivating love and compassion towards yourself and others. After all, it is an inherent truth that only by practising self-care and self-compassion can we extend these behaviours towards other people.
Less reliance on external sources of happiness
Most humans have learned to look for happiness in external sources such as relationships, money and recognition. And when things go our way, this can be effective. However, we’re ultimately setting ourselves up for failure by relying on circumstances that we can’t control. External factors change constantly, so depending on them can cause our mental and emotional health to be extremely turbulent. Meditation encourages us to find lasting contentment within our minds, rather than relying on external sources; because while it may provide comfort and stability, money does not always buy lasting happiness.
If you’re someone who struggles to sleep at night, mindfulness meditation could be the answer. The practice is proven to reduce fatigue, insomnia and depression, often within weeks. A calmer, less cluttered mind can make it a lot easier to get a good night’s sleep. Some types of meditation are better for this than others — check out our article on breathwork for sleep for more guidance on this.
Unlock your subconscious mind
Our active thinking and decision-making is done by the conscious mind, which processes a single thought at a time and doesn’t store long-term memory. Mindfulness meditation decreases our tendency for distraction, which can lead to a greater connection with the subconscious mind, often a useful source of ideas, inspiration and solutions. Unlocking this hidden potential can enhance our ability to deal with difficult situations and think outside the box.
Greater calmness and peace of mind
By using mindfulness meditation to note and address your negative thoughts and emotions, you can devise ways of coping with them in the future. Certain forms of mindfulness meditation use anchors or mantras to give relief from worrying thoughts, helping instil a deeper sense of calmness and peace of mind. In fact, studies suggest that the areas of the brain linked to calmness, cognition and happiness have actually been known to physically expand in response to daily mindfulness meditation practice. Mindfulness meditation is one of the greatest ways to develop a peaceful mind.
Reduced stress and anxiety
Mindfulness meditation prompts you to acknowledge your thoughts, feelings and sensations in the present moment, without reaction or judgement. Changing the way we observe and act upon these experiences can make us less likely to get overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or negativity. By looking deeper into our experiences of stress, anxiety and worry, we can learn how to combat these feelings in the future.
Interested in accessing these immense advantages? There are many different forms of mindfulness meditation that will allow you to tap into these benefits. Let’s take our quest for a peaceful mind to the next level and look at some useful mindfulness exercises that you might not have previously tried.
7 Mindfulness Exercises You May Not Have Tried
- Open Attention
Struggling to concentrate is something many people struggle with during meditation. But what many people don’t realise is that we’re programmed to think of attention in an extremely limited way. In life, different circumstances call for different styles of attention; however, humans have adapted to using narrow, focused attention far more than they actually need to. By expanding our awareness and learning how to cultivate open attention, we can become more perceptive, and stop ourselves from becoming stressed or overwhelmed by certain tasks. This meditative practice involves expanding our vision beyond just one object of meditation, and feeling more in touch with our surroundings as a result.
- MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is an eight-week program that teaches participants how to use meditation to reduce stress levels and anxiety. Created by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn in 1979, the course focuses on emotional regulation, reactivity and the effects of stress, and it’s proven to be effective in dealing with chronic pain, eating disorders, insomnia, anxiety and depression. To find out more about this subject, check out our in-depth article on MBSR.
- MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy)
Combining aspects of mindfulness training with elements of cognitive therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy helps practitioners to recognise and separate themselves from negative thoughts. By encouraging us to be more aware of our cognitive processes and the relationships we have with our negative emotions and thoughts, mindfulness-based interventions like MBCT can help us understand and cope with issues like anxiety, depression, low moods and bipolar disorders. A variety of mindfulness exercises are used within this program. Our article on the definition of mindfulness according to psychology contains more information about how MBCT works.
- Rediscover your Beginner’s Mind
Originating from the Zen Buddhist concept of ‘shoshin’, the term ‘Beginner’s Mind’ refers to the idea that the more you know about something, the more likely you are to close your mind to further learning. Beginner’s Mind embodies the spirit of mindfulness, by encouraging you to drop preconceptions and prejudices, and try to look at the world with the kind of openness, curiosity and flexibility that a child does. Find out more about this topic in our article on how to foster a Beginner’s Mind perspective.
- Loving-Kindness Meditation
Traditional Buddhist meditation practices were rooted in the idea of cultivating compassion and empathy, towards ourselves and others. Few mindfulness meditation exercises capture this idea better than Loving-kindness meditation, which encourages us to think about those who love us, consider why we are loved, and identify what we love about ourselves. Cultivating specific positive emotions like gratitude for life, or joy and appreciation for others, can help evolve the way we talk to ourselves into a more productive and loving voice, as well as increasing feelings of compassion and empathy towards others. This form of meditation encompasses a number of practices, ranging from ancient Buddhist methods like Tonglen meditation, to more modern compassion exercises, like sending well wishes to each person we speak to over the phone.
- Music meditation
Can you listen to music while meditating? Many experienced meditators say that listening to music while practising causes unwanted distractions and prevents ‘true meditation’ experiences. But if that’s true, then why do the powerful surges of energy and feeling that happen when listening to music have so much in common with the meditative goal of expanding sensory experience? Incorporating music into some meditations can help provide greater insight, reduce stress, or intensify present moment focus. Our article on the subject digs a little deeper.
- Practising gratitude
Gratitude is one of the pillars of mindful living. Bringing your attention to the present moment and focusing on the things you are grateful for can help you become calmer and more accepting of your life circumstances, even in difficult times. Whether it’s a hot cup of tea on a cold day, the sun shining through the window, or the love of a friend or family member, practising gratitude for the things which bring you happiness (however big or small) is a simple mindfulness exercise that can give you an immediate positive boost.
How to Bring Mindfulness Into Your Daily Life
Once you’ve got to grips with the basics of mindfulness meditation, you’ll find that aspects of the practice can be brought into your daily life. For instance, you might start becoming more present when interacting with others, or you may begin to notice the sensations, smells and flavours of a favourite meal in more detail.
Bringing mindfulness into your daily life can enrich experiences which you previously took for granted, giving you a new outlook on various aspects of life. Taking a more everyday approach to mindfulness also reduces feelings of stress or pressure that you may associate with more formal meditation.
So, how do you practise mindfulness throughout the day? Let’s explore a few useful situations in which you can employ daily mindfulness techniques.
While dieting can be helpful for some people, it can also lead to unhealthy habits such as fasting, calorie restricting, or accidental binge eating. Mindful eating, on the other hand, is about encouraging a healthy relationship with food by thinking carefully about what you eat and drink. Eating mindfully means taking time to enjoy your food, savouring each bite, engaging with physical sensations, and being aware of how foods make you feel. For more on this subject, check out our article on how mindful eating can improve your relationship with food.
Taking a mindful walk is a great way to expand your awareness of your surroundings and immerse yourself in the sounds, smells, and sensations of the outdoors. Notice the feeling of the breeze on your face, the sound of birds in the trees or of cars driving past, the sensation of your feet touching the ground. And walking isn’t the only form of exercise in which mindfulness can be applied. Our article on mindfulness in sport digs a little deeper into how mindful techniques can improve awareness, focus and receptivity in sport.
Mindful Breathing Exercises
Becoming more mindful of breathwork can supercharge your meditation practice. Mindful breathing techniques can be used to either calm us down, energise us, or find an appropriate balance between the two. While breathing is a key part of meditation, it is important to note the distinction between meditation and breathwork. Breathing exercises can help increase calmness, reduce stress or release pent-up energy, and crucially, they can be practised at any time of day, wherever you are, making them perfect for daily mindfulness.
Take a Mindful Bath
Most of us enjoy the soothing relaxation of a warm bath; however, have you tried turning this into a mindful experience? Try to breathe in for four seconds, hold your breath for seven seconds, then exhale for eight seconds. Repeat this simple breathing exercise, before turning your attention to the smell of your bubble bath, the sound of bubbles popping around you, and bodily sensations like the warm water on your body. Move from your upper body to your lower body, experiencing and appreciate different sensations with curiosity and without judgement. This is a simple way to enhance a normal experience by being mindful. And don’t worry if you don’t have a bath — this can easily be done in the shower too.
By being more mindful about how we interact with others, we can begin to recognise and resist negative or aggressive reactions to those around us, helping us become more empathetic, compassionate and honest. Mindful communication means paying better attention to those around you, experiencing conversations in the present moment rather than thinking ahead, and responding to what has been said rather than just waiting for an opportunity to say what you think. Here are a few tips on how to practise mindful listening:
- Put your phone away – Don’t check your phone when talking to others — pay full attention to the conversation.
- Make eye contact – Maximise your engagement in conversation by giving yourself a physical point of focus that stops your mind from wandering.
- Let Them Finish – Rather than jumping ahead in conversations, allow the speaker to finish talking and ensure you take in as much information as possible.
- Consider the Perspective of Others – As we discussed earlier, mindfulness is about becoming less reactive, and more responsive. Before making quick judgements, allow yourself to fully process conversations and try to see things from alternate perspectives.
Implementing these basic techniques within your daily life can significantly improve your ability to listen and interact with others in a mindful way, making you more present and aware in all areas of life. Exploring everyday mindfulness, while simultaneously looking into and trying out meditation programs and techniques like MBSR or Loving-Kindness meditation can significantly improve your mental health and quality of life. We’re almost done for today — but before we wrap up, let’s recap with 9 top tips for bringing mindfulness meditation into your life.
Do Meditation Apps Work?
Another popular way of accessing the effects of mindfulness meditation interventions in your daily life is by using meditation apps such as Headspace and Calm. But do these apps actually work?
Apps can be a great place to start when you’re looking for techniques to help you relax, but it’s important to remember that meditation is much more than just relaxation. Meditation apps usually offer a quick fix, making grand promises they can’t live up to in order to entice potential customers. Unfortunately, it takes a lot of time and effort to reap the rewards of meditation and mindfulness practice; if you expect a few hours of meditation app use to improve your quality of life, reduce your blood pressure or alleviate chronic stress, for instance, you’re basically setting yourself up for failure.
It’s also unrealistic to expect a mindful meditation app to provide you with the same level of education that a qualified meditation teacher could. There are a wide variety of different courses and disciplines which tackle mindful meditation in more detail, from Mindfulness-Based Therapy to Jon Kabat-Zinn‘s Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program. Try attending a meditation center for education on how to reduce psychological stress and depression symptoms, and at the same time build your own independent practice so that you don’t end up relying on meditation apps as a crutch.
9 Top Tips to Help You Embrace Mindfulness Meditation
- Seek Out the Simple Pleasures in Life
Seeking out simple pleasures that you usually take for granted will bring the essence of mindfulness into your daily life. Enjoy a delicious meal, a hot bath, a bird’s song, or a sunny morning, immersing yourself in that experience and being grateful for its existence.
- Practise Mindful Self Compassion
Be kind to yourself. Use compassion meditation sessions and Loving-kindness exercises to practise self-compassion, forgiveness and acceptance. It’s a cliché, but if you can’t love yourself, how can you be expected to love others?
- Learn More About Mindfulness Psychology
The best ideas from modern psychology can help boost the power of Eastern traditions. Taking a psychological approach to the practice of mindfulness meditation can help us see how much impact we have over our own brains. By learning more about how the mind works, we can devise ways of making positive changes to it.
- Practise Daily Mindfulness Techniques
Whether it’s mindful walking, mindful communication, or a simple body scan, there are many ways you can integrate simple mindfulness techniques into your daily routine, as we’ve discussed. Supplementing formal meditations with this more natural approach can help you increase mind and body awareness, improve your attention skills, and become more grateful for the good things in your life.
- Try Some Guided Meditations
If you’ve got internet access, you’ll be able to access guidance and support on pretty much all forms of meditation. Joining our meditation community will give you access to a number of guided sessions, which are perfect for developing your understanding of mindfulness meditation and giving you the skills to practise on your own.
- Use Breathing Exercises to Cultivate a Peaceful Mind
Breathing exercises can help you cultivate a peaceful mind and get more in touch with your body sensations. Techniques such as Diaphragmatic Breathing, Buteyko Breathing, and Alternate Nostril Breathing can be used in particularly stressful situations, or just as part of your daily routine to help foster calmness, balance, and peace of mind.
- ‘Begin Again’
In mindfulness meditation, every breath is an invitation to ‘Begin Again’. This mantra can be a big help when it comes to normalising mindfulness within your life. Practising meditation can be frustrating, and it’s extremely common to get distracted again and again; repeating to yourself ‘Begin Again’ both in formal practice and in your everyday life can help you face up to situations and challenges with calmness, clarity and resilience. In the long run, this should improve both your mental and physical health.
- See, Hear, Feel
All internal and external sensory experiences can be broken down into 3 categories: See, Hear, and Feel. By labelling our day-to-day experiences based on these categories, we can become better at observing and separating ourselves from our thoughts and feelings, rather than getting caught up in them.
- Practise Acceptance
Practising acceptance on a day-to-day basis can prevent you from getting bogged down by circumstances you can’t control, leading towards a more positive and carefree outlook. Repeating phrases like “I feel down right now, but I won’t always feel this way” either before sleeping, during meditation, or in difficult situations, can help you become a more accepting, equanimous, and tolerant person.
Hopefully, by the time you read this sentence, you’ll have a much better idea of what mindfulness meditation is. But don’t worry, no one expects you to be an expert!
On this page, we’ve explored the spiritual traditions of mindfulness meditation, its application in the modern Western world, and what psychological and medical professionals have to say about its benefits and uses. Speaking of which, we’ve also looked into how mindfulness can be used to help you find internal sources of happiness, increase feelings of empathy and compassion, combat difficult emotions and enhance present moment awareness.
After exploring why you should consider bringing basic mindfulness meditation practices into your life, we offered a step-by-step guide into what a typical session might look like. We also explained how mindfulness can be implemented throughout your day, considering daily mindfulness techniques like mindful walking, mindful eating, and taking a mindful bath.
On the other hand, we considered some more extreme or less well-known mindfulness-based therapies and techniques, which include MBSR, MBCT, Music Meditation, and Open Attention exercises. If you’re interested in diving deeper into mindfulness and finding out how it can have a significant impact on your life, these techniques and methods could be perfect for you.
Finally, our 9 top tips on how to embrace mindfulness meditation recapped and pinned What’s the difference between meditation and mindfulnessdown some of the best techniques and exercises to adopt both in daily life and in formal practice, to help make mindfulness meditation a useful part of your life. Don’t worry if this feels like an information overload — you should take in and try whatever you feel may be beneficial, and gradually build your knowledge of mindfulness meditation and what it can do for you mind and body. The goal of mindfulness isn’t to become an overnight expert; it’s all about gradual gains and improvements in life. If you’d like to continue reading about this subject, check out our article on the difference between meditation and mindfulness.
Frequently asked questions:
Who is Jud Brewer and What Does He Do?
Neuroscientist and author Judson Brewer has done a lot of work on evolutionary-based mental processes like negative reinforcement or negativity bias, explaining how mindfulness can help people increase awareness, reduce anxiety, and break bad habits like smoking or compulsive eating.
He discusses how mindfulness can be used to help us transition from relying on the cognitive control of the prefrontal cortex (which goes offline when we’re stressed) to developing greater clarity and awareness about how our brains are operating. Over time, this can help us let go of old habits and make new, healthier ones.
Jud Brewer’s work encourages participants to be curiously aware, following this pattern: notice the urge, get curious, feel the joy of letting go, and repeat. This principle can be particularly useful when it comes to the power of mindfulness for reducing anxiety. Mindfulness can help us to rewire our brains, get rid of unhelpful thought patterns, and combat various different types of anxiety. Generalised feelings of stress and anxiety can be dealt with in this way; however, specific psychological issues like eco-anxiety can also be better understood and managed using mindfulness techniques.
Expanding awareness and attention can allow us to cope with other emotions too, such as frustration, anger and dissatisfaction. Our article on meditation for anger management explores this application in more detail.
What are the 7 principles of mindfulness?
Mindfulness means different things to different people, but broadly speaking, most mindfulness advocates agree on these 7 key principles:
Any mindful technique or exercise you try is likely to tap into one of these fundamental principles.
How do I live in the moment?
Living in the present moment is a crucial pillar of mindfulness. But what does this actually involve?
The best way to truly live in the moment is to ignore your phone and other distractions, and engage fully with your surroundings. Notice the senses; smells, flavours, sensations, emotions, experiences, and interactions with people. Practise mindful communication. This is living in the present.
Does mindfulness work for anxiety?
Scientific research has shown that mindfulness can help people cope with and reduce anxiety. By changing brain structures related to attention, concentration and emotional regulation, mindfulness practitioners can make themselves better able to deal with anxiety and stress. This process, which can be initiated by consistent daily practice, is called neuroplasticity.
What’s the difference between meditation and mindfulness?
It’s common for people to get confused about the distinctions between meditation and mindfulness. Fundamentally, mindfulness is a quality of the mind as well as a type of meditative practice, whereas meditation is generally a more formal process of training the mind or encouraging peace and relaxation.
Mindfulness meditation intertwines the two ideas using a range of techniques and methods. You can find out more about the differences here.
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What Type of Internet Restrictions?
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Verizon Wireless new USSD codes list
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Freud said the study of psychoanalysis is the study of transference and resistance. What is resistance? You come into therapy, you’re told to say everything, put all your thoughts and feelings into words, into the space. It’s impossible, you get close but it’s impossible. Resistance is the impediment to doing so.
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Those who don’t know history are doomed to repeat it.” – Edmund Burke
In corporate life, people leaders are often told to give “feedback” to those they lead. A better way to frame these communications is “feed forward“. Here’s why:
Feedback infers a focus on what happened in the past. While learning from history is important and necessary, the emphasis should be, as Edmund Burke’s quote highlights, avoiding a repeat of the negative past. To do this, we look forward more than back. The back is merely an indicator, brief example or a snapshot in time. An example of feedback would be:
Aliyah is Michelle’s work team leader. During a quarterly performance review, Aliyah brings up a meeting in which Michelle over promised a deliverable to their customer.
Aliyah: “Michelle, when we met with Acme Design last month and they asked if we could deliver their widget a month earlier, you said that was fine. However, you were not familiar with all the other projects in our pipeline, as a result, you could not have known whether we could meet that date. In reality, our workload was already at capacity so there was no way we could meet that timeline. Our contact at Acme was furious when they learned later that we could not meet the date you promised.”
Michelle: “I’m sorry, Aliyah, I will not let that happen again.”
Aliyah: “Please don’t. Otherwise, we may need to record a performance improvement need in your personnel record.”
Feed forward implies the emphasis on the future, as it should be. In feed forward, you begin with an example of what may happen in the future, if the negative past repeats itself. In this case, you start with the future, touch briefly on the past as one possible path for the future and return focus on the preferred outcome. Feed forward is a focus on the future – that which can be changed. Let’s see what feed forward may look like in the same scenario between Aliyah and Michelle.
Aliyah: “Remember when you committed to an early delivery for Acme Design and how it really upset the customer when we then missed that date?”
Michelle: “Yes and I felt awful about that.”
Aliyah: “Do you think there is a better way we can approach a similar situation in the future?”
Michelle: “Absolutely! I won’t commit to any dates without approval from you and the leadership team in the future.”
Aliyah: “While that may work, I really want you to be confident and grow in your responsibilities. So instead, maybe next time just don’t feel compelled to agree to the customer request until you know all the facts. Sure, we always want to serve our customers needs, so you could say something like, ‘I’d like to meet your request, but let me check with operations and get back to you tomorrow.’ Then, you can gather all the facts and answer the customer’s needs without false expectations.”
Michelle: “Okay, next time I’ll make sure I have all the facts.”
In providing feed forward, you ensure the focus is on that which can be changed. So the next time you’re asked to give feedback, let the requestor know you’re more interested in improving the future. Therefore, you’ll offer feed forward instead of feedback.
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The Hon. Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh on Friday 28th August, 2020 led Sierra Leone delegation which comprise of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mrs Nabeela Farida Tunis, Minister of Defence, Brigadier (Rtd.) Kellie Conteh and an expert from the Directorate of Africa in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mr. Yousuf Benga-Sama to ECOWAS virtual Extra Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government.
The conference which was summoned, was headed by the Former President of the Republic of Nigeria, HE Goodluck Jonathan to look into the report of the ECOWAS Mediation on the Socio-political in the Republic of Mali.
In his contribution, the Hon. Vice President of Sierra Leone apologised on behalf of His Excellency Brigadier (Rtd.) Dr. Julius Maada Bio who was unavoidably absent due to some other state functions.
The Hon. Vice President made succinct presentation in resolving the Mali crisis based on his UN experiences in peace and resolution and on behalf of the Government of Sierra Leone supported the resolutions taken by the ECOWAS Commission and the International Committee in resolving the Mali crisis peacefully.
He however, cautioned the decision of the ECOWAS with regards the transitional period in order to arrive at a concession with all stakeholders in Mali.
He furthered reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s solidarity with the people of Mali during this trying times and congratulated the President of Nigel who doubles as Chairman of Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government, His Excellency Mohamadu Issoufou for his exemplary leadership in proffering a solution to the Mali crisis.
The Summit was climaxed with key decisions which among them was the resignation of His Excellency Ibrahim Boubacar Keita as President of the Republic of Mali in order to minimize the crisis in Mali, the formation of a transitional government to be headed by a civilian President and civilian Prime Minister and that they should not contest for further elections, the Military should not be at the helm of affairs nor lead the transition government.
The Summit also took note of the prevailing circumstances in Mali and promised to review certain restrictions; ECOWAS and the International Committee should agree on decisions taken by the Authority; the setting up of a committee which should comprise of ECOWAS, AU, UN and other International Organizations to monitor the situation in Mali.
The Summit was pleased with the information of the release of both Mali Prime Minister and Speaker of Parliament by the Junta.
The Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government, His Excellency Mohamadou Issoufou expressed his thanks and appreciations to his colleagues Heads of State for their meaningful contributions in proffering solutions to resolve the Mali crisis and for attending the summit.
The Summit was adjourned to September 7th 2020 in Niamey, Republic of Nigel to further explore necessary avenues to resolve the Mali crisis.
Head of Section Media and Public Relations Department
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
OAU Drive, Tower Hill, Freetown, Sierra Leone
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My mother was killed by gun violence in September 2019.
Over the course of 15+ years, she tried many times to leave her partner.
Her lifelong struggles with mental illness and addiction kept her from being away from him for any length of time.
He tormented her for years with threats of violence.
He sent her text messages and voicemails telling her to kill herself.
He told her that she would be happier and pain-free if she were gone.
He threatened her adult children and their places of employment.
Police reports were made many times, but she was always too scared to press charges.
Orders of protection were nothing more than unenforceable pieces of paper.
She ended up losing her home, bankrupt and living in public housing.
She felt she had no other choice but to return to him repeatedly, as he had isolated her from much of her family.
Her partner was a convicted felon for attempted murder from years prior.
He never should have been able to get a gun. No background check was run.
This country needs to stop putting money into the coffers of the NRA and instead put it into mental health treatment and awareness.
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Kimball Court, which provides supportive housing in Hamline-Midway, can be enlarged with a new conditional use permit. The St. Paul Planning Commission July 20 approved a new conditional use permit for the facility at 545 N. Snelling. The decision wasn’t appealed to the city council within 10 days, so the permit stands.
The permit allows the housing facility to expand to 555 N. Snelling, a commercial building housing small businesses including Star Foods Market. The small commercial building would be torn down and a new four-story structure built. The expansion allows Kimball Court to increase its number of residents from 79 to 98. Kimball Court currently has 54 single-room units with shared bathrooms and 12 single-room units with kitchens. The expansion would allow more living spaces where residents can have their own kitchen access.
Kimball Court was built in 1925. It was originally a hotel, known as the Kimball Hotel and Hamline Hotel over the years. It later served as housing and eventually became a single-room occupancy facility owned by Wilder Foundation. Wilder sold the building in 2010 to Beacon.
In 1986 the Planning Commission issued the property a conditional use permit for a 76-room boarding house. This was at a time when the commission was debating whether boarding houses and single-room occupancy dwellings should be phased out by the city.Since then the property has been rezoned for traditional neighborhoods, as part of larger series of Zoning changes along N. Snelling.
Chris Dettling is director of housing development for Beacon. He told the Planning Commission Zoning committee that a new management company is overseeing Kimball Court. Beacon also has contracts to provide mental health and casement management services for residents.
Taco Bell decision appealed
Hamline Midway Coalition has appealed the St. Paul Planning Commission’s approval of a condition use permit to rebuild Taco Bell at 565 N. Snelling Ave. As of the Monitor deadline, no appeal hearing date had been set.
On Aug. 7, the Planning Commission reversed a July Zoning Committee recommendation that the permit be denied, on a 10-3 vote. A similar margin prevailed as the commission voted down a motion to deny the permit.
Taco Bell owner Border Foods sought the permit so that the existing restaurant, which was damaged during civil unrest in May, could be razed and rebuilt. Border Foods has since cleaned up, made repairs and reopened Taco Bell. If the appeal is upheld, Taco Bell could still continue to operate the restaurant as is.
City staff has typically recommend denial of the requests for a new permit tied to reconstruction of Taco Bell. This time around the recommendation is for approval, based on changes to the drive-through lane location 61 feet away from the nearest home.
Commissioner Adrian Perryman took issue with statements from community members about “undesirables” in the area, noting that the statements target youth of color. He said those issues cannot be blamed on Taco Bell as there are other businesses in the area. “We shouldn’t put this all on Taco Bell,” Perryman said.
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Catch a Nur-D show and support local radio on Friday, Oct. 28, 5-9 p.m. at Urban Growler Brewing (2325 Endicott St.).
“I love Nur-D’s energy and stage presence!” said WFNU co-founder Katey DeCelle. “WFNU has been playing Nur-D’s music since his first album was released, but I hadn’t seen him perform live until recently. At the Central Honors Philando event this summer, Nur-D performed and I was blown away. Not only is he an amazingly talented performer, he got the crowd up and moving, and added even more positive energy to the event. I knew I wanted him to play at our fundraiser as soon as I saw him perform!”
Expect dancing and a lot of energy. “You aren’t gonna see me hold anything back from you, and I perform like it’s my last day on the planet,” said Nur-D. “Lights, color, sound – every show the plan is to try to blow your mind. My team, my band, and myself do everything in our power to make sure that everyone who comes out to a Nur-D show is given a safe space to be themselves. Dance, sing, cry, laugh, shout – you don’t have to worry about looking cool or doing the ‘right thing.’ All you have to be is yourself.”
Shimmer will host the Halloween costume party that will feature a costume contest, vendors, a food truck, DJs and more. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Kids get in free. The show benefits two local radio stations, WFNU 94.1 that serves the Frogtown area and KRSM 98.9 that serves south Minneapolis.
LOCAL RADIO STATIONS BREAK NEW MUSIC
Nur-D appreciates local radio stations like WFNU and KRSM, that were some of the first to play his music.
“Local radio is what breaks what’s next. It’s the first step to the wild music world,” Nur-D said. “It’s the first interaction many young artists have with music as a business venture, which is incredibly valuable. Local radio allows for a newcomer to an area to get the pulse of it, feel how it is, hear how it talks. As an artist it can help you find like-minded creators in your area, and allow you to gain inspiration for the people around you.”
DeCelle added, “Local radio excites me because it puts a spotlight on the art, and leaders in our community, that sometimes mainstream media misses. We offer free radio broadcast and journalism trainings for community members, giving residents control over the narratives they want to tell and a platform to share their talents. I also really love that we get to hear music and news from our neighbors!”
The Oct. 28 benefit merges two great communities together: Frogtown and south Minneapolis. “In the Twin Cities community radio scene, most radio hosts know about their show and the station they are on, but don’t have the opportunity to meet other hosts outside of their station,” said DeCelle. “This will be the first time WFNU and KRSM have collaborated on an event, and I’m excited for WFNU hosts to meet KRSM hosts.”
Nur-D appreciates the passion in which these two radio stations have to uplift their community. “It’s rare to feel that a company or organization has a loving heart for people sometimes. Often one can feel like a commodity, the thing needed to keep the lights on. And even if that’s true to some degree it has always felt that KRSM and WFNU are doing so much of what they do because they love it,” said Nur-D.
“That’s not something you can find everywhere. It’s really special to see and be a part of.”
THE BEGINNING OF WFNU 94.1
Philip Gracia helped co-found WFNU. “When I was young I used to listen to a radio up to my ear, and pretend that I was doing a play-by-play of the sport I was listening to,” he recalled. “The radio announcers always captured my attention as they shared the sport in detail through story.”
But he didn’t think he could do it as a job.
“The barbershop is a community gathering space in the black community. My shop, The Grooming House, is no different. It was there I learned about WFNU from another patron who wanted to do a show. It was then that I realized my love and interest of radio could be something I actually did,” recalled Gracia. “In a matter of days we were in the radio station recording our first show ‘Real Talk With Real Brothers.’”
WFNU started with humble beginnings with a very small spot in a collaborative retail building in Frogtown which basically consisted of a table with broadcast equipment. From there, the small non-profit moved into a rental location in the basement of a Frogtown church. “Here we were able to start building more of a permanent presence for our volunteer broadcasters, but access to the building and size of the space limited how our volunteers could engage and how we could grow our programming,” said Gracia. “WFNU now currently has an office suite in Capitol Ridge Building that allows access to all our of programmers, and has increased the safety and professionalism of our operations.”
In 2021, WFNU added a mobile app that has greatly expanded its listening audience. It offers on demand programs which provides more exposure for broadcasters with no geographic boundaries. This app has also played a part in allowing WFNU to venture into paid advertising with local businesses who can placed ads on the app.
Gracia values the way local radio serves the community. “Recently I saw a poll that stated that the future of radio includes the top two categories as podcasts and local radio. There is a need and a desire for our listeners to hear news and music from their communities. Community radio offers a unique opportunity to bring underrepresented voices to the airwaves. WFNU has also been very involved in engaging our youth in radio programming to tell their stories and build their skills.”
WFNU continues to offer free radio broadcast trainings for community members. Community members can serve on the board, fund raise, and write grants, and plan events. To learn more, email station email@example.com or browse WFNU.org/contact.
WFNU will be hosting its second annual Frogtown Radio Gala Dinner at DeGidio’s Restaurant on Monday, Nov. 14. “This event was a huge success for WFNU last year and we’re so excited to be doing it again!” said DeCelle. “Stay tuned to WFNU and wfnu.org for more information about the gala.”
KRSM 98.9 STARTED
WFNU and KRSM began around the same time. They were part of advocacy work of several media watch organizations, including Hope Community, Voices For Racial Justice, Little Earth of United Tribes, Main Street Project, and the Native American Community Development Institute, as well as a volunteer base of over 100 neighbors. KRSM officially launched in November 2017. It is located in south Minneapolis at the Phillips Community Center.
Listen at 98.9 FM if you are in the metro area listening range. If not, download the KRSM Radio app for Android or iPhone, or at www.krsmradio.org. To volunteer, reach out via the website.
The mission of KRSM is to provide a platform for elevating the voices, narratives, and cultures of those communities with a history historically ignored, misrepresented, and erased by traditional media; and to serve as an on-ramp to jobs in the fields of broadcast media, audio recording/engineering/production, investigative journalism, and voice-over work.
Andrea Pierre was approached by Brendan Kelly, the founder of KRSM, to volunteer when it started. Initially, she helped with committee work, but felt the urge to have her own show. She volunteered at the station for six years before becoming station manager.
She has always loved media, and attended camps as a teen for journalism and reporting. “I have listened to radio all my life,” said Pierre. “Growing up in Saint Paul, we would put a wire hanger to increase our signal to hear KMOJ back in the 80s at my house. It was exciting to hear voices on air that I could relate to and sounded like the elders conversation at the kitchen table.”
There is another full-time employee in charge of the KRSM Youth Internship, and a part-time person who manages the website and programming. “We are a very small crew so my days are hectic. I can be meeting with community in the morning, spending lunch at our transmitter site in the afternoon, and in the evening with our youth doing narrative work,” stated Pierre.
KRSM is growing. They will be celebrating their five-year anniversary, and expanding the “Ladders to Leadership” model with the KRSM Youth Internship.
“I love how WFNU and KRSM both have authentic connections to the communities they serve,” said Pierre. “We are consistently getting feedback on the unique programming we have on KRSM. Folks can hear programs and commercials in multiple languages and topics that they can relate to from their peers.”
HELP SAVE COMMUNITY RADIO
“WFNU is funded by donations from our listeners, grants and underwriting sales. We are a small non-profit with two part-time staff, so the planning and success of fundraisers like these are crucial to help keep us on-air,” said co-founder DeCelle.
“It is hard to keep funding consistent as a Low Power FM because we operate solely via grants, underwriting sales and community donations,” observed Pierre. “We have been written out from receiving state funds like other stations. WFNU and KRSM have so much alignment when it comes to our values, what we do, how we support local artist and how we are stewards for historically ignored voices. It made sense to begin to work together to save community radio.”
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Buying a used heavy equipment like trucks is no child play. While some traders think, that by going for a used model, is already saving them money, there are buyers who need still better money-saving options. It is true to the bottom level, that buying a used heavy duty truck has its own set of risks that might outweigh the measure of reward.
For them we have consulted some experienced sales executives and buyers at the dealerships of used Chevrolet trucks near Suffolk, and that fetched us some really good insights that can help avoid the buyers from falling into the pitfalls of a deal. By keeping these points in mind, the buyers can stay protected while buying a used truck.
- Always Buy from a Reputed Seller
If you think buying a used truck from a small dealership will save you money, you are still n the bliss of ignorance. Buying a used truck from an unknown seller will land you into troubles, you can never imagine, while the legitimate and well-established sellers will save your money to save their own reputation:
- Do some Background Research
Before investing your money on a used truck, check if it has a legal owner to be aware of two things, if the truck is a stolen one or if it is on liens.
If you’re buying the used truck from a private seller, do not forget to ask them to furnish you with the original sales invoice and check it yourself, if the name printed on the sales invoice is matching with the name of the seller you contacted.
- Ensure a Clear Title
Do not buy a vehicle that does not have a clear title or if it is having a lien applied. Otherwise you might get trapped with a forfeit ownership with the lending institution.
- Inspect the Truck Thoroughly
To avoid any risk of buying a truck that is faulty, you need to take the help of a trusted mechanic who can inspect the truck thoroughly part by part. Do not agree on a vehicle that has already shown a faulty mechanism in any of its sections like the undercarriage, the engine compartments, the interior, the odometer and the tires.
- Leave a Trail of Payment
If you are making a used truck purchase online, or from a private seller, you need to make sure of some condition that you don’t pay for a vehicle that arrives in a different condition from that was advertised, described and shown.
Check the terms and conditions carefully for any online transaction before paying for the deal. Make it a point to ask for an invoice, a receipt, or any proper documentation whenever you make a purchase. The document should name you as its current owner. The experts at the Suffolk used Trucks suggest the buyers to pay by certified check and preferably not cash to leave a paper trail so that it can create a proof of what you have paid for. | <urn:uuid:faf44977-b728-4f50-bbf9-401a4ae391c6> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://monotukuru.com/five-protective-measures-while-buying-a-used-truck/ | 2023-09-28T18:32:18Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.955341 | 578 |
Located in the heart of Mont Belvieu just minutes off the Grand Parkway, this new suburban mixed-use development and master planned community is envisioned as the next Texas hometown. Upon completion, Riceland will welcome families to a community rich in amenities. The centerpiece will be an energetic town center—Mont Belvieu's new downtown.
Since announcing their intentions to build Riceland in Mont Belvieu, the City has been hard at work with Riceland's developers, McGrath Real Estate Partners, to ensure that our hometown feel is preserved while we work together to bring new housing, retail, and dining to our community. You can learn more about Riceland by visiting their website - www.ricelandtx.com
- What is a "master-planned community"?
A Master-Planned Community (MPC) is typically a large acreage, mixed use residential development. While this type of development is typically focused on single family homes, it will also generally include retail and commercial developments as well. MPCs are largely known for the community amenities they deliver to the residents living within the development, but also, as in Riceland’s case, to the greater community. Overall, developments like Riceland seek to establish building and aesthetic standards that will control pace and quality, through planning the development growth, over the large acreage and an extended development timeline.
Master planned communities like Riceland typically focus on four main areas:
- Amenities: Riceland will offer residents some exclusive amenities like Outdoor park and pavilion and Clubhouse building with splash pads and pools. Mont Belvieu residents living outside of the development will be able to enjoy Riceland’s fish camp, walking trails, green spaces, and the new Town Center. All these amenities help create a sense of community by encouraging families and neighbors to spend time together without needing to travel across town or away from home.
- Lifestyle: One of the most important components of an MPC is the lifestyle! Riceland will enhance and preserve Mont Belvieu as our hometown. Riceland will have weekly hometown events in the greenspace and festival street as well as local restaurants that fit in with the agricultural history of the area.
- Neighborhoods: Planned communities like Riceland are unique because they include a mix of distinctive neighborhoods and home designs. The availability of styles and types of homes found within Riceland will ensure that homebuyers can find the perfect place to meet their needs and lifestyle.
- Multiple Uses: One does not simply live in a master-planned community. Many master-planned communities also include shops, restaurants, services and more; this provides convenience for residents that’s critical in today’s busy world. Riceland residents will have access to the developing Mont Belvieu Town Center and the city’s Eagle Pointe Recreation Complex.
- What is the benefit of a master-planned community?
A master-planned community like Riceland severely limits uncontrolled development and growth within its boundary. Initially, they always include robust amenities for the MPC residents and the greater community. Secondly, they allow growth to happen at a planned pace. This means the City of Mont Belvieu, Barbers Hill ISD, and the greater community can plan for and integrate this growth as it happens – thus limiting reactionary and emergency expansions of municipal and school services.
- Where will Riceland be located within Mont Belvieu?
Located in the heart of Mont Belvieu, Riceland represents 90%+ of the developable land within the city limits. Riceland will build out over the next 25 years with the initial focus being on the areas surrounding the intersection of Eagle Dr. and FM 565. For a better look at how Riceland will fit into the city, please click here to see the Riceland Master Plan Map.
- Will the development really bring 4000 new homes to Mont Belvieu?
Over the next 20-25 years, at final build out, Riceland will deliver approximately 3,900 single family residences over +/-1,450 acres. Riceland is a long-term development that is dedicated to bringing quality and focused growth to Mont Belvieu that is on pace with what the city has historically seen over the past decade.
- I like the hometown feel in Mont Belvieu. Isn't this going to ruin it?
The very specific goal, theme, and intent of Riceland is to preserve and enhance Mont Belvieu’s hometown feel. Riceland boasts one of the deepest historical connections to the area – The direct ancestors of the landowner family, who are still involved in the development, came to the Mont Belvieu/Barbers Hill area in 1824 (then Mexico) and have farmed many parts of what Riceland is today since that time. This is why Riceland, along with its land-owner partners, created The Riceland Master Planned Community with one goal in mind: to preserve Mont Belvieu’s hometown feel for the next 100 years for both its current and future residents. West Chambers County, and more specifically Mont Belvieu, is one of the fastest growing areas in the country. So, growth and development will continue to explode around us as a community. That’s why it is imperative that Riceland, in partnership with the City of Mont Belvieu, works to preserve our hometown as that happens. | <urn:uuid:42b6938d-d9bc-456d-b94e-441fe4607365> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://montbelvieu.net/606/Riceland | 2023-09-28T18:46:04Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.942931 | 1,114 |
You can get Android 11 in one of the following ways: Get an OTA update or system image for a Google Pixel device. Configure an Android emulator to run Android 11. Obtain a GSI system image for a qualifying Treble compatible device.
How do I update to Android 11?
How to download Android 11 easily
26th of April. 2021 .
Which phones will have Android 11?
Android 11 compatible phones
- Google Pixel 2 / 2XL / 3 / 3XL / 3a / 3aXL / 4 / 4XL / 4a / 4a 5G / 5th
- Samsung Galaxy S10 / S10 Plus / S10e / S10 Lite / S20 / S20 Plus / S20 Ultra / S20 FE / S21 / S21 Plus / S21 Ultra.
- Samsung Galaxy A32/A51.
- Samsung Galaxy Note 10 / Note 10 Plus / Note 10 Lite / Note 20 / Note 20 Ultra.
5 euros. 2021 .
Is Android 11 Installation Safe?
Unlike betas, you can install the stable version of Android 11 on your Pixel devices, or any other device with access, and trust that everything will be fine. A few people reported bugs, but nothing major or widespread. If you’re having problems that you can’t easily fix, we recommend a factory reset.
Can I install a newer version of Android?
You will find three common ways to update your Android operating system: From the Settings menu: Tap on the “Update” option. Your tablet will check with the manufacturer if newer versions of the operating system are available and then perform the appropriate installation.
Will the M31s have Android 11?
The tech giant has now released the Android 11 update for its Galaxy M31s smartphone. This is the third M series smartphone to receive the Android 11 update as the company has already rolled out the update to the Galaxy M31 and Galaxy M51 smartphones. The update comes with firmware version M317FXXU2CUB1 and weighs 1.93 GB.
Will the Samsung M21 get Android 11?
According to a report, the Samsung Galaxy M21 has started receiving the One UI 3.0 update based on Android 11 in India. … The update brings the January 2021 Android security patch along with One UI 3.0 and Android 11 functionality to the Samsung Galaxy M21.
What is the difference between Android 10 and 11?
When you install an app for the first time, Android 10 will ask you if you want to grant app permissions always, only when using the app, or not at all. It was a big step forward, but Android 11 gives the user even more control by allowing them to grant permissions only for that specific session.
Which phones come with Android10?
Phones in the Android 10/Q beta program include:
- Asus Zenfone 5Z.
- Telephone essential.
- Huawei Mate 20 Pro.
- LG G8.
- Nokia 8.1.
- OnePlus 7 Pro.
- One Plus 7.
- OnePlus 6T.
10 days. 2019 .
What is Android 10 called?
Android 10 (codenamed Android Q during development) is the tenth major release and the 17th release of the Android mobile operating system. It was first released as a developer preview on March 13, 2019 and opened to the public on September 3, 2019.
Will Android 11 improve battery life?
In an attempt to improve battery life, Google is testing a new feature on Android 11. This feature allows users to freeze apps while they’re cached, preventing them from running and dramatically improving battery life since frozen ones Apps don’t use CPU bikes.
How long does Android 11 installation take?
You won’t need to reset your device or lose data during the installation process, but this is a beta version, so proceed with caution. I installed the update on a OnePlus 8 following the steps in the article and it took about 30 minutes.
Why did Android stop using dessert names?
Some people on Twitter have suggested options like Quarter of a Pound Cake for Android. But in a blog post on Thursday, Google explained that some desserts aren’t engaging its international community. In many languages, nouns are translated into words with different letters that don’t match their alphabetical order.
What is the latest Android version 2020?
Android 11 is the eleventh major release and the 18th release of Android, the mobile operating system developed by the Google-led Open Handset Alliance. It was released on September 8th, 2020 and is the latest Android version as of today.
Can I upgrade to Android 10?
Currently, Android 10 is only compatible with a handful of devices and Google’s own Pixel smartphones. However, that should change over the next two months when most Android devices will be able to upgrade to the new operating system. … A button to install Android 10 will appear if your device is eligible.
Can I force an Android update?
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A hybrid event combining online discussions with industry-leading experts and an expo zone exhibiting the latest innovations in robotics and automation. - 22 october, 2020
Robotics Strategy Forum 2020 – is the second edition of Robotics Strategy Forum.
Following the success of RSF2019, which brought together the state, business and education, its continuation this year aims to discuss the next level of technological challenges for business, including in Central and Eastern Europe.
- Where is Bulgaria compared to automation in Romania and Serbia?
- What technologies are implemented in a smart factory?
- What is the role of R&D centers in production?
The next technological revolution - 5G or Wi-Fi6?
The event is organized by the Professional Association of Robotics and Automation (PARA), on October 22, in Sofia Tech Park - Incubator building. Due to the emergency situation and the need for precautionary measures, the lectures will be broadcast online on the PARA pages on Facebook and YouTube. From 9:00 to 17:00 there will be a special expo zone located in the Incubator building, where you will be able to see different types of industrial and educational robots. Discussion panels will be held in English.
This year's Robotics Strategy Forum 2020 focuses on the role of robotics and the overall picture of the Balkans, as well as how COVID-19 has influenced the automation solutions of local entrepreneurs.
In separate panels will be considered which are the technological trends in our country, Europe and the world. The topics for 5G, the role of robots in individual sectors, as well as the innovations implemented in our country and worldwide will be discussed by a number of industry experts. The topic of smart factories, collaborative robots and digitalisation during a pandemic are the key topics of this year's edition.
Several specialized sessions will address issues such as: how to maintain sustainable development through innovation and where is the role of R&D centers in creating innovation in our country.
The event is suitable for engineers in the field of manufacturing, IT industry and top management.
In the special offline area, visitors will have the opportunity to see different types of robots and autonomous systems.
RSF 2020 requires mandatory, but free registration of https://www.robostrategy2020.para.expert/
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2: Customer Didn’t Understand The Speedometer
Every once in a while you’ll have a story that is so dumb that you don’t believe it. This is one of those stories “Reddit contributor Delmer Dueck, who owned an automotive repair shop for a few years, recalls the time a customer brought in his car, thinking the speedometer was broken: It didn’t work when the car wasn’t moving.” – via Readers Digest.
This is a prime example of a driver not understanding what the actual automobile is. What we don’t understand is how this person became licensed in the first place. Nevertheless, there are sure to be countless more drivers like this. Especially as cars become more and more advanced in the future. | <urn:uuid:0cea5874-d34c-4d01-a141-ec02008c3359> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://motor-junkie.com/28-bizarre-things-car-mechanics-saw-on-the-job/46617/27/ | 2023-09-28T18:12:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.964642 | 162 |
Agree wirh Aki above and also nice insights with that podcast. Thanks. I also agree with the points cloudhawker makes about the „breather“ songs. Somewhat similar to that nonsensical „All killer no filler“ idea I mentioned. As a mindgame it‘s surely fun to skip or swap songs around, but this band’s peculiar mindset made Sungravy, NOX, Tussler, Grindstone, Go to California, TDDU and Begynnelser, so all things Motorpsycho soar beyond any traditional approach. But in here that’s stating the obvious, obviously Me I really refrain from petty criticism and unfulfilled (if any) expectations. If there‘s a song or an album that doesn’t do much for me, I still take it in as one piece of the puzzle and it sits quietly in the shelf with its brothers where it belongs. How dare I call anything they worked weeks or months on aimless or uninspired!? 8O It may be uninspiring to me/my tastes, meaning not much of a spark lits on my side but I can’t call it being uninspired on the artists’ part just because of that. | <urn:uuid:890f52e2-6300-40fd-bc2f-edd523ccc345> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://motorpsycho.fix.no/comeonin/forums/?topic=too-many-albums&paged=3 | 2023-09-28T18:22:57Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.936412 | 276 |
Posted on March 17, 2022 at 12:46 pmA-
|Lowest Recommended Age:||Mature High Schooler|
|MPAA Rating:||Rated R for some bloody violence, and language throughout|
|Profanity:||Pervasive strong language|
|Violence/ Scariness:||Crime-related peril and violence, characters injured and killed, guns, knives fire, disturbing graphic images|
|Date Released to Theaters:||March 18, 2022|
|Date Released to DVD:||May 2, 2022|
The title of “The Outfit” has a double meaning, like most of the other details in the movie. It refers to the occupation of Leonard (Mark Rylance), who makes bespoke men’s suits in post WWII Chicago. His store, with a workshop in the back, is where the entire film takes place.
Don’t call Leonard a tailor; he will correct you by explaining that anyone with a needle and thread can sew. He is a cutter, a profession that requires exquisite precision, concentration, patience, and skill. His most prized possession is his lovingly honed fabric shears. And in a world where even names are doubled and language is used to obscure, deflect, and demean, he is called “English” by his most important customers, a gangster group known as “The Outfit.”
Leonard has a pretty receptionist named Mable (Zoey Deutch), who has spent her life on the same block. She dreams of seeing the world but until then she collects snow globes of the places she hopes to see. The latest one is Big Ben. Of course Leonard has seen it and he tells her dismissively that it is just a clock. In a wonderfully-written scene they both stumble as they try to express their concern for one another.
Leonard’s first customer was Roy (Simon Russell Beale of “The Death of Stalin”), a crime boss with a taste for fine menswear. He knows that “The Row” refers to Saville Row, where the wealthiest men in the world get their understated, perfectly tailored suits. Leonard tells us that a suit is not just a jacket and trousers. It is made up of four fabrics cut into 38 separate pieces, assembled in 228 steps. And, he tells us, it is as important to know the man who will wear the suit as it is to take his measurements. We see that Leonard is a person of deliberation, careful observation, and an awareness that perfection may not be achievable, but it is worth trying to get as close as possible. And we will learn that he is a person who thinks quickly, lies persuasively, and does not
We in the audience are going to get rattled, though, in this expertly crafted puzzle box of a movie that all takes place in one location, with a very small cast of characters, but keeps the twists and turns coming until the last few minutes. Roy has an impetuous, hot-headed son, Richie (Dylan O’Brien), who travels with a level-headed, ruthless gangster Richie thinks is his sidekick but is really his minder (Johnny Flynn as Francis). Their competition for Roy’s respect is volatile.
It is fascinating to watch Leonard respond in the moment to the shifting loyalties and threats. Rylance, as always, is a master of the smallest gesture and change of expression. He so deeply immersed himself in preparation for the role that he worked with Saville Row tailors/cutters to create the suit he wears in the film. His scene with Beale, two master actors at the peak of their powers, is electrifying.
“The Outfit” is a promising debut for first-time director Graham Moore, an Oscar-winner for the screenplay of “The Imitation Game” and co-writer of this film as well. It is as well-crafted as the suits pieced by the expert cutter at its center.
Parents should know that this movie is about gangsters and it includes guns, knives, fire, and fights, with many characters injured and murdered and some very graphic and bloody images. Characters use strong language and smoke and there are sexual references.
Family discussion: What was the biggest surprise in the movie? What tool is important in your life?
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Moyne Athletic Club March 28th 2012
County Novice “B” Road Championships: We will be hosting the County Novice “B” Road Championships in Moyne on Sunday next April 1st commencing at 12 noon. This will include a Ladies 3k Race which will commence at the sportsfield and run to Martin Ryan’s, Moynetemple and back to the sportsfield, this event will be followed by the mens 6k race which will take in the Burma route and finish at the sportsfield. We have ladies and men’s teams representing our own Club so we hope you will come out and show them your support. We would really appreciate if dog owners along the race routes could keep in their dogs for the duration of the race please. Best of luck to all involved.
Burma Challenge: The 9th annual Burma Challenge will commence on Wednesday May 2nd at 7.30pm and continue for four weeks finishing on Friday May 25th. This is a fun event open to walkers, joggers and runners over the age of 15 for a small fee of €10, so mark the dates in your diary and come along to Moyne sportsfield and join in the fun whilst getting a bit of fresh air and exercise.
Clubs Challenge: Our annual Track & Field Challenge between Moycarkey Coolcroo AC, Slieveardagh AC and Moyne AC will take place at Moyne Sportsfield on Saturday April 21st at 2pm. We encourage all our athletes to participate and there will be events for U7’s to U17’s.
Club Meeting: There will be a meeting of Club Officers and Committee members this Wednesday March 28th at 8.30pm sharp, your attendance would be much appreciated.
Church Gate Collection: Our annual Church Gate Collection will take place on Saturday and Sunday next March 31st and April 1st at all Masses in Moyne and Templetuohy. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Mini Marathon: Our 3rd annual Mini Marathon will take place on Monday, June 4th at 3pm from Moyne Sportsfield, this event is open to both male and female participants. More details of event to follow shortly.
Meet & Train Sessions: Meet and train sessions continue every Wednesday evening at 7pm for ladies and 7.30pm for men. All are welcome.
Upcoming Fixtures: Sunday April 1st – County Novice “B” Road Championships in Moyne. Saturday April 21st – Clubs Challenge in Moyne at 2pm. Sunday April 29th – County Juvenile U9 – U12 T&F in Templemore. Sunday May 6th & Sunday May 20th – County U13 – Junior T&F in Templemore. | <urn:uuid:78334e5b-40a0-4e74-911b-d7a4a61d73c5> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://moyneathleticclub.com/newsletter-march-28th-2012/ | 2023-09-28T17:49:28Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.956782 | 571 |
This week I’ve updated the sidebar; now, you can download or stream any MFR release with one click from the front page, and you can click around the site without interrupting your stream! Pretty slick. Comment or PM me if you notice any bugs.
Why not dig back and revisit an old favorite (Calla Lily? The Musical Tales of Pat Bradley?) or check out the latest Mars Lights? | <urn:uuid:d7b41498-b55e-4355-b8fd-bb56cadf05e2> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://mrfuriousrecords.com/blog/2013/11/16/rock-the-new-sidebar/ | 2023-09-28T18:15:25Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.699731 | 85 |
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You are almost done verifying your equipment design meets all the relevant environmental standards, and then you notice the requirement for the audible alarm. “Wait a second,” you think to yourself while starting to get nervous, “how do I get the sound out of the equipment without ruining the integrity of my equipment enclosure?”
There is no reason to panic at this point, as audible alarm manufacturers have a variety of means of dealing with equipment integrity issues. Here are some of the most common:
Bury the Audible Alarm
If the sound level requirement for the audible alarm is moderate (60 to 80 dB @ 2 ft.), then it may be possible to seal the audible alarm inside the equipment and still meet the sound level requirement. An enclosure around an audible alarm will typically dampen the sound level by 15 to 20 dB, but by using an extra loud audible alarm to begin with, the resulting sound outside of the cabinet may still be of sufficient volume. Since every application is different, verification testing on the actual enclosure with the audible alarms inside will have to be done to find out if this method of mounting is an option.
To mount the audible alarm within the equipment, board mount audible alarms can be used if the control circuitry is located on a circuit board, or an L-Bracket can be used with audible alarms that are designed to be panel mounted.
Use a Rubber Gasket
If the equipment must meet a NEMA 4X, IP-65, or similar water proof rating, the audible alarm manufacturer should be able to provide a rubber gasket that will give a water tight seal between the audible alarm and the equipment panel. Before these rubber gaskets were offered, equipment designers used silicone adhesive or glue to make the water-proof seal. Potential problems with using silicon adhesive or glue include the sealing joint failing over time and the difficulty in removing the audible alarm if the equipment is ever refurbished.
The rubber gasket should be placed between the inside of the panel and the audible alarm to prevent water from penetrating through the alarm’s threads.
If thinking about punching a 1.25” diameter hole through the enclosure to mount the audible alarm causes too much anxiety, then consideration should be given to externally mounting the audible alarm. Holes still need to be punched through the enclosure for the power wires to pass though, but the wires are much smaller, and standard water proof grommets are available to provide the seal around the wires. A box or an L-Bracket can be used to mount the alarm external to the equipment.
If the audible alarm will be exposed to rain or a water wash down, the nose of the device should be mounted either down (preferably) or horizontally so that all water can easily drain out. If the audible alarm is poorly mounted so that water accumulates in front of the piezoelectric transducer, then its performance may be severely diminished. Additionally, if that accumulated water freezes, the expanding ice can cause permanent damage.
While the front of a piezoelectric audible alarm is sealed against the environment, it is still possible to force water into the device if the strength of the water stream is severe and it is directed straight into the audible alarm’s front opening. In cases where the equipment is strongly washed down, the audible alarm should be mounted so that it is not in the direct line of fire with the water stream. As a last resort, an audible
alarm with a sound baffle can be used. Before the equipment is “hosed” down, the baffle on the front of the audible alarm is closed, and afterwards, the baffle must be re-opened. Using a sound baffle to protect against water intrusion is usually not the best option as it relies on the operator to remember to manually open and close it.
With up-front planning, audible alarms can be used in equipment that requires protection against environmental influences. Audible alarm producers have dealt with equipment integrity issues for many years, and should be
able to provide recommendations to meet any kind of environmental equipment standard.
For more information, contact:
Mallory Sonalert Products, Inc.
4411 S. High School Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46241
How Do Audible Alarms Work?
The most common type of electronic audible alarm utilizes a piezoelectric transducer. The transducer consists of a metal disc with an attached ceramic material that flexes when voltage is applied. By applying a complex signal to the transducer such as a sine wave, an audible sound is generated. The transducer is mounted to the audible alarm housing using silicone adhesive to provide a complete environmental seal behind the transducer which protects the internal circuitry.
What is a dB?
Sound level is measured in units of decibels (dB’s). 0 dB is equivalent to no sound while 130 dB is the hearing pain threshold. The dB number is always accompanied by a distance value since sound volume degrades over distance. Audible alarms are typically rated as either Soft (55 to 65 dB @ 2 ft), Medium (65 to 80 dB @ 2 ft), or Loud (80 to 95+ dB @ 2 ft). | <urn:uuid:04d997ab-994d-4141-999f-deaf12b48f3d> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://mspindy.com/technical-articles/audible-alarm-use-and-equipment-integrity-challenges/ | 2023-09-28T18:47:00Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.928201 | 1,119 |
- Guidelines for Ph.D. Candidates
- Guidelines for Ph.D. Research Proposal and Comprehensive Exam
- Guidelines for M.A.Sc. and M.Sc. Candidates
- Transfer of Graduate Students from an M.A.Sc. and M.Sc. program to Ph.D. program
- M.A.Sc. Exams Evaluation Protocol
Guidelines for Ph.D. Candidates
Revised September 2019
- Each Ph.D. candidate will have a Supervisory Committee consisting of the Research Supervisor(s) and at least two other members. One of the Supervisory Committee members may be from outside the Department. Non-UBC scholars or prominent representatives of industry may join the Supervising Committee after approval by the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
- There are no calendar course requirements for a Ph.D. program. A Ph.D. candidate may be required by his/her Research Supervisor and/or Supervisory Committee to take certain academic courses for credit, depending on the candidate’s background in relation to the field of study. The candidate may choose to audit other courses.
- All candidates must register in MTRL 598 and present at least one research seminar during their Ph.D. program. The seminar is given no later than the third year of study.
Registration for MTRL 598 should be made in the year that the presentation is given.
Students who have either
i) completed a seminar in MTRL 598 as part of a previous M.A.Sc. program or
ii) completed a seminar in MTRL 598 prior to transferring to the Ph.D. program
are required to complete a seminar as a Ph.D. candidate. The graduate assistant should be advised in this situation.
- Within 12 months of admission to the Ph.D. program each candidate must pass an oral comprehensive examination. Within 24 months each candidate must submit a Research Proposal and defend it in front of the Supervisory Committee. Rules for the Research Proposal/Comprehensive Examination are listed in the Appendix and further detailed here.
- The Supervisory Committee will meet at least once a year with the student to review his/her progress. The student is expected to provide a written summary of his/her progress to the committee.
- Candidates for the Ph.D. program are normally expected to complete their thesis within four years of admission. Therefore, Ph.D. candidates will be provided a Research Assistantship for a four year period subject to satisfactory progress. An extension of funding may be granted following a review of the student’s progress by his/her supervisory committee. A student who has been in the Ph.D. program for more than three years is not eligible for a Teaching Assistantship.
- Before preparing a thesis, candidates should read the Dissertation & Thesis Preparation guidelines on the Graduate Studies website
- The candidate will review a draft of the thesis with his/her Supervisory Committee, and make necessary modifications. Copies of the final version of the thesis will be delivered to all interested members of faculty.
- Not less than 10 days after the thesis are delivered to faculty; the candidate will present and defend the thesis in a Departmental Oral Examination which is convened by the Department Head. The Examining Committee shall consist of at least four faculty members (chair, supervisor(s), and 2 examiners at least one of which must be at the rank of Associate or Full Professor level), a majority of whom will be from the Materials Engineering Department. Other considerations include ensuring the examiners have sufficient independence from the research project. Other students are welcome to attend the examination and to participate in questioning.
- After the thesis has been approved by the Examining Committee, and any changes required have been made, two copies of the thesis are to be delivered to the Dean of Graduate Studies with a request to set up the final oral examination. One of these copies is to be transmitted to an External Examiner, who has previously been commissioned. The final exam will be convened not less than six weeks after the thesis has been sent to the External Examiner.
- The final Oral Examining Committee consists of the Dean of Graduate Studies or his appointee as Chair, members of the candidate’s supervisory committee, one other faculty member from the Department of Materials Engineering, one faculty member from another Department, and the External Examiner (usually unable to be present, and his/her report is presented by the Research Supervisor).
- Upon satisfactory completion of the oral examination, the candidate will be required to complete revisions specified by the examining committee. Following approval of the Corrections by the research supervisor, requisite copies of the thesis should be submitted to Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Office
- Prior to leaving the department, the student is expected to meet with his/her research supervisor to determine whether equipment utilized by the student is to be stored or retained in the laboratory for an incoming or current graduate student. It is the responsibility of the student to compile all research results and samples, including software developed during the Ph.D. program, and hand it over to the research supervisor with proper documentation. The student’s desk and surrounding workspace should also be cleared of all research material.
Guidelines for Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination and Research Proposal Examination
- Students need to organize their comprehensive exam prior to starting the second year of their studies.
- Six to eight topics will be selected for the exam by the supervisor from the general list of exam topics defined for MTRL. Two weeks prior to the exam, the candidate will be delivering a one-page brief description of their project together with the exam topics for review by all examination committee members. The exam is chaired by MTRL Head (or designate); the examining committee (Supervisor + 2 more MTRL faculty at least one of which must be at the rank of Associate or Full Professor) typically becomes the supervising committee after the exam. In a number of cases, it may beneficial to have a supervisory committee that includes one faculty member from outside the MTRL Department who would then replace one of the examining committee members. Interested students may attend the examination as observers.
- The comprehensive exam will start with a short (5 minute) presentation by the candidate highlighting the topic of their thesis work. This is followed by two rounds of questioning; the questions being taken from the areas identified by the supervisor and candidate for the committee. Typically each member of the committee (including the supervisor) would pose questions within a 15 minute period in each round.
- Based on the performance of the candidate at the oral examination, the Examining Committee may:
(a) pass the candidate
(b) require the candidate to repeat the examination within 4-6 weeks
(c) advise the candidate to withdraw
The committee may also recommend additional courses for the candidate to take so as to improve their background in areas of perceived weakness. Having passed the comprehensive examination is a requirement to proceed to the stage of the research proposal defense.
Research Proposal Defense
- The research proposal defense must be scheduled by the candidate within the first 2 years of their studies.
- Each candidate for the Ph.D. degree is required to prepare a written research proposal, not to exceed 24 double-spaced typewritten pages in total length plus 2 pages of references. It is expected that candidates will spend not more than 4 months preparing this proposal.
- The research proposal will normally include a thorough literature survey in the field selected for study, and will also include a critical evaluation of previous work, a clear delineation between what is known and unknown, and the selection of a well defined problem area for investigation. It should also include the methods to be used in solving the problem, as well as a justification of the research as a potentially significant contribution to knowledge. The editing and literary style of the proposal is the candidate’s responsibility.
- The written proposal, if acceptable to the candidate’s Research Supervisor(s), will be made available by the candidate to all interested members of faculty. As soon as convenient thereafter, the candidate’s Research Supervisor will convene an oral examination of the candidate.
- The proposal defense will include a 20-25 minute oral presentation of the research proposal followed by two rounds of questioning. Questions will focus on assessing the candidate’s knowledge specifically related to the research proposal. The overall objective of the examination is to demonstrate to the Committee that the candidate has the ability and background necessary to pursue the proposed research.
- The Examining Committee will normally consist of the Candidate’s Research Supervisor(s), and two examiners at least one of which must be at the rank of Associate Professor. The Research Supervisor acts as the chair of the Proposal exam. Interested students may attend the examination as observers.
- Based on the written proposal and on the performance of the candidate at the oral examination, the Examining Committee may:
(a) accept the proposal
(b) suggest changes to the research plan
(c) require the candidate to repeat the proposal defense
(d) advise the candidate to withdraw.
The repeat of the proposal defense will normally occur 6-8 weeks after the initial examination.
Guidelines for M.A.Sc. and M.Sc. Candidates
September 1, 2016
- Each M.A.Sc. and M.Sc. candidate will have a standing Supervisory Committee of faculty, consisting of the Research Supervisor(s).
- The candidate and the Supervisory Committee are expected to meet at an early stage in the program to plan the candidate’s research program.
- The academic courses which must be taken for credit by each candidate will be determined in consultation with his/her Research Supervisor, and with the approval of the Department Head. At least 18 credits of course work are required of which at least 12 credits must be graduate courses and the remaining 6 credits either third or fourth year courses.
- All candidates must register in MTRL 598 and must present a research seminar to satisfy the requirements of the course. Seminars are normally given in the second year of study.Students should register for MTRL 598 in the year that they plan to give their seminar.
- A maximum of 3 credits may be taken in directed studies (MTRL 593 courses).
- Upon admission, M.A.Sc. and M.Sc. candidates will be offered Research Assistantship appointments for a maximum of 2 years, subject to satisfactory progress by the student. In the unusual case of a student requiring funding beyond the 2 year period, the student must make formal application to the Supervisory Committee for an extension of the funding. It is expected that the M.A.Sc. and M.Sc. program will normally be completed within 18 months of admission.
- In certain cases a transfer to the Ph.D. program can be made without completion of the M.A.Sc. or M.Sc. degree. After one year residency at UBC and 9 credits of course work with an overall 85% average and clear evidence of research ability, well qualified M.A.Sc.and M.Sc. candidates may apply for transfer to a Ph.D. program. A committee of the Department Head, the Department Graduate Advisor, and the candidates Research Supervisor will consider the application. (Refer to Appendix A for details on the transfer to the PhD program).
Transfer of Graduate Students to a Ph.D. Program Before Completion of the M.A.Sc. or M.Sc. Program.
- The normal procedure will be that an M.A.Sc. or M.Sc. candidate will complete his/her program before becoming a Ph.D. candidate.
- A student with bachelor degree with one year of study in a master’s program with 9 credits of first class average (6 credits must be at the 500-level or above), with overall 85% average and demonstrated evidence of research ability or potential, may be considered for transfer to a Ph.D. program. The research performance must be identifiable and evaluated. In the case of an international student already holding an M.A.Sc. or M.Sc. degree, normally a minimum of 9 credits of course work (of which 6 credits must be at the 500-level or above) will be completed before consideration for transfer to a Ph.D. program. In order to maintain registration in the doctoral program:
- students must complete 12 credits with a first-class average
- at least 9 of the 12 credits must be at the 500-level or above
- at least 9 of the 12 credits must be of first class standing
- An Ad Hoc Committee consisting of the Department Head, the faculty member dealing with graduate student admittance and the research supervisor of the graduate student will consider the transfer and decide whether the transfer will be approved by the Department.The research performance of the candidate must be identifiable and evaluated by the Committee.
- Transfer into a doctoral program is normally accomplished after the first year of study at the master’s level and will not be permitted after completion of the second year.
- In exceptional cases, applicants who hold an honours bachelor’s degree with an overall average in the ‘A’ grade range and who demonstrate advanced research ability may be granted direct admission to a doctoral degree program on recommendation of the admitting Graduate Program and approval of the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Students entering directly from a bachelor’s degree must, during the first year of study, complete 12 credits with a first class average of which at least 9 credits must be at the 500-level or above and at least 9 credits must be of first class standing, to maintain registration as a doctoral student.
- If a graduate student is transferred to a Ph.D. program, he/she should present his/her research proposal comprehensive approximately three months after the transfer.
- Requests for transfer should be submitted to the Department Head by the research supervisor of the graduate student.
MTRL M.A.Sc. EXAM EVALUATION
October 12, 2011
The examination committee is to evaluate two components:
- The quality, level and nature of revision required to the thesis
- The candidate’s performance during the oral exam
Considering the overall quality of the thesis, the examination committee should decide on the level and nature of revision required to the thesis.
- Thesis is outstanding. No, or only minor corrections required. (Supervisor approves corrections.)
- Thesis is satisfactory. Minor revisions required. (Supervisor approves revisions.)
- Thesis is satisfactory subject to substantive revision affecting content. (Supervisor and examination committee approve revision.)
- Thesis is unsatisfactory in current form. Major rewriting and rethinking required. (Thesis re-submitted and re-evaluated by examination committee.)
The examination committee should decide on the candidate’s performance while presenting the work (20-25 min presentation), responding to questions, and defending the work.
- Outstanding performance. No weakness displayed in presentation, response to questions, and defense of the work. Clear and complete understanding of work performed and related engineering principles.
- Satisfactory performance. No substantive weakness displayed in presentation, response to questions, and defense of the work. Satisfactory understanding of work performed and related engineering principles.
- Marginal performance. Weaknesses in presentation, response to questions, or defense of the work. Deficiencies in comprehension of work performed and related engineering principles.
- Unsatisfactory performance. Major weaknesses in presentation, response to questions, or defense of the work. Poor comprehension of work performed and related engineering principles.
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Amazing real estate with park view in Panama for luxury accommodation
Buying property abroad is an excellent investment but it can be quite challenging. Acquiring a property, whether it’s for personal purposes or to obtain rental income is always difficult. If we add to this the fact that we are buying in a different country, we understand why this can be a hassle.
If you have the funds to invest in a rental property overseas, don’t let these challenges stop you. There are ways in which processes can be simplified and it helps if you have a helping hand in the country. Next, take a look at Mundo’s guide on overseas property investment.
What to consider when buying investment property abroad
Research as much as you can about the country
This is important for your investment in various ways. Usually, if you are thinking about buying an apartment in a specific country, you probably know a few things about it. However, at the risk of sounding too obvious, we want to highlight some important points.
Firstly, think about the economic side of your investment. It’s always advisable to invest in a country with a history of pro-business policies and with a steady political environment. In general, these countries have a low inflation rate and are friendly to foreign investors, making them the ideal places to buy luxury real estate abroad.
Let’s take the example of Panama. It’s not a coincidence that Mundo offers real estate options here: this is a country with a steady dollarized economy that has implemented numerous incentives for all kinds of businesses. This has had a very positive impact on the real estate market, especially since Panama receives many foreign employees and business owners that want to establish in Panama.
In such a scenario, you know that your property has a high chance of appreciation in the mid-and-long term. This is also excellent when it comes to owning rental property abroad as the country has many visitors and new residents coming. Needless to say that you can also get excellent returns by renting to tourists.
Know the ownership legislation
Some countries have restrictions on foreign ownership. Luckily, this is not the case in Panama. On the contrary, they even implemented their own version of the European golden visa in 2020, according to which a foreigner can access immediate permanent residency by buying real estate.
Another vital aspect to consider is the ownership legislation, especially if you want to buy rental properties overseas. While some legislations are in favor of the owner, others are in favor of the tenant. So, make sure the country you choose is included in the first group. After all, if you are going through all this trouble, you want to make sure that your investment will be profitable and that your rights are duly protected.
Find out what are your financing options
Unless you can buy the property upfront, you need to consider financing options. Find out whether banks grant credit lines to foreigners and what are the conditions and interests.
When it comes to Panama, foreign citizens can get real estate loans and some developers offer financing options after you pay a percentage of the property in advance. If the project is still under construction you can get it at the construction price which is highly convenient and then, once built, pay the installments using the rental income.
If you want to buy luxury real estate in Panama and know more about your financing options, contact our experts.
Make sure to consider your tax liability
At this point, Mundo can also help you as we have experts in tax optimization among our staff. Further advice is to be provided during a personal interview, however, there are universal principles that apply.
Firstly, you have to consider the following:
- Tax liabilities in the country where you are a resident or citizen.
- Tax liabilities in the country where your foreign property is.
- Tax liabilities in any other country where you may be taxable.
If you live in, say, Spain, and buy a property in Panama, you may be subject to paying taxes for this property in Spain. Moreover, some countries apply taxes even if you don’t live there. For example, if you live in Spain but hold an American green card or passport, you’ll also be subject to taxes in the United States.
Your investment country may also apply taxes on property, and this is something you need to consider carefully. The same goes for rental income or capital gains. In Panama, for example, you’ll find that the real estate taxes are quite low when compared with other jurisdictions. Here, properties whose value is less than 120,000 USD are tax-free and other properties pay between 0.5% and 0.7% (only for a family’s primary residency). Vacation or commercial property can pay between 0.6% and 1%.
Create an exit strategy
No matter how safe it seems, no investment is 100% secure. If you regret buying your property, make sure that you have a Plan B. At this point, you need to analyze the market both historically and the future trends. If the market is too overcrowded you won’t be able to sell in case you want to give your portfolio a new shift.
In this article we present our favorite country for business and for life:
Real estate with park view in Panama
If you want to acquire rental property overseas, Mundo has the perfect offer in Panama. This is a luxury concept of turn-key furnished residencies with a variety of amenities. You’ll enjoy beautiful park views, co-working spaces, and concierge services.
About the project
- Valet parking
- Elegant lobby
- Concierge service
- Area social in 3 levels
- Pets are allowed
- 4 elevators and 1 cargo
- Electric plant
- Bicycle area
- Anti-fire system
- Designed by award-winning professionals
- Edge sustainable qualification and LEED credits
- Turnkey units
- Highly secured multipin main door
- Fine finishings, furniture, and modern lighting
- Innovative kitchen cabinets
- Italian kitchen hardware
- Modern appliances
- Air conditioning
- Fully equipped
Located in Costa del Este, one of the most beautiful residential areas in Panama City, this project boasts a superb location. It’s near cafes, restaurants, stores, parks, movie theaters, healthcare centers, and malls.
- Sky deck
- Entertainment room
- Business lounge
- Yoga studio
- Event room
- Squash court
- BBQ area
Prices from: $285,000
Owning rental property abroad is easier with Mundo
The project will function as an apart-hotel center available for rent. But our favorite thing about it is that it has a license for short-term rentals, which means that you can host business people or tourists coming to Panama for only a few days. This broadens your rental possibilities considerably.
Usually, this license is expensive and hard to get, but with this project, you can get the complete package and make the most out of your investment.
If you are thinking that owning a rental property overseas brings nothing but headaches, think again. Our developer does not only design and builds the place for you: they also offer full rental management so that you can receive your income with minimum effort.
All in all, you’ll be getting full benefits with one investment:
- Owning real estate abroad
- Getting rental income from a business and touristic paradise such as Panama
- Accessing rental management services
- Possibility to acquire permanent residency in Panama
Get real estate with luxury amenities in Panama with Mundo: why us?
Mundo has partnered with one of the best real estate developers in Panama. Due to our close connection with this country, having several members of our experts living there, we can offer high-quality services.
The good part about investing in real estate through Mundo is that we offer a variety of options from beach houses to modern residences and luxury apartments. Moreover, the developer has many projects still on the construction face for which you can get a great deal. Buying real estate with luxury amenities in Panama is a great investment and, above all, it doesn’t have to be a hassle.
Contact us and get information on this fantastic property in Costa del Este with top-class amenities designed for modern families.
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Car Accident Round-Up – Alcohol a Factor in Serious Ohio Car Accident
Plans to improve education of dangers of drinking and driving underway
Three Injured in 5 Car Accident on California Freeway
The Los Angeles Times reports that three people were injured, one seriously, in a 5 car accident on southbound 101 near Los Angeles. One of the victims had to be extricated from the vehicle. The cause of the accident, that shut down the freeway for over an hour on Sunday, is still being investigated.
Train/Car Collide in Durham, North Carolina
A CSX freight train collided with a Toyota Camry around 10:30a.m. Thursday after the driver of the car drove around the lowered crossing arm. The woman escaped injury when the train struck the front corner panel of the car. The accident occurred at NC. 54 near N.C. 55 in Durham, North Carolina. The accident is under investigation.
Costa Mesa Car Accident Injures Two
In a Thursday morning car crash in Costa Mesa, California two people suffered serious injuries and were taken to a Santa Ana trauma center. The accident occurred on southbound 55 Freeway near Fair Drive blocking the lanes for 45 minutes.
Alcohol was a Factor in a Serious Ohio Accident Injuring Three Teenagers
After driving through a stop sign and striking a utility pole, three teenagers were critically injured in the Monday night car accident. The two passengers in the car were hospitalized in critical condition at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Investigators say alcohol was a factor in the accident and charges may be filed. Locals are planning to step up their efforts to educate young drivers to the dangers of the road.
Car Crashes into Snow Plow in Pennsylvania
A Pennsylvania Dept. of Transportation plow truck was struck by a Chevrolet Cavalier on Route 322 in East Fairfield Township, Crawford County on Thursday morning. The driver of the car, who apparently did not see the truck, was taken to the Meadville Medical Center where she was listed in stable condition. The highway was closed for more than 2 hours due to the accident.
Contact Our Vehicle Accident Lawyers
Injuries or death as a result of motor vehicle accidents can be devastating. Under Pennsylvania’s laws, if you have been injured in a vehicle accident that was caused by another person’s carelessness or recklessness, you may be entitled to recover damages that include medical costs, property loss, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Please call the experienced vehicle accident lawyers at Munley Law or use our online contact form for a free assessment of your case. We have offices conveniently located in Stroudsburg, Carbondale, Hamlin, Hazleton, Scranton, and Wilkes-Barre, PA.
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John Storie performs on new album by Jeff Goldblum and Mildred Snitzer Orchestra
Studio Guitar alum John Storie (BM ‘06) performed and arranged music for the recently released album by Jeff Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra titled “I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This.” The album features guest artists Miley Cyrus, Fiona Apple, Inara George, Anna Calvi, Gina Saputo, Sharon Van Etten and Gregory Porter. The album is a follow-up to the 2018 album “Capitol Studios Sessions” and charted at #1 on the UK, France and US iTunes Jazz charts upon its release.
Storie toured with the group in the UK and France during the week of the album’s release, and the group will return this month to the U.S. for their weekly performance at the Rockwell in Los Feliz. On Nov. 4 the group performed on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and will perform on Dec. 12 on “The Late, Late Show with James Corden.” | <urn:uuid:8ca83edd-f95e-47b7-9b8a-9387b2c623fb> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://music.usc.edu/john-storie-performs-on-new-album-by-jeff-goldblum-and-mildred-snitzer-orchestra/ | 2023-09-28T18:27:01Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.913927 | 227 |
CMA Music Festival is not only the ultimate Country Music festival experience for fans from all over the world to attend, it’s also the only music festival with its own annual network television special. This year that special will be hosted by two of Country Music’s hottest stars: Kelsea Ballerini and Thomas Rhett. The pair will team up to host “CMA Fest 2017,” the three-hour special that brings Country Music’s most storied Festival to a national television audience this summer on the ABC Television Network, executive-produced by Robert Deaton.
The announcement that Ballerini and Thomas Rhett would serve as hosts this year was made Thursday morning on ABC’s “Good Morning America.”
“I’ve grown up going to CMA Fest as a fan and last year getting to perform on the big stage is one of the most epic memories I’ll ever have. And now, being able to host with my current tour mate, Thomas Rhett, is going to be another crazy thing off the bucket list,” said Ballerini. “I can’t wait to test out my hosting skills and perform again this year!”
“I always look forward to CMA Music Fest,” added Thomas Rhett. “Ever since I was there as a fan sitting in the nosebleeds to hosting this year with Kelsea, it’s always been one of the biggest weeks in Country Music that is all about the fans. I’m pumped.”
Ballerini has launched to stardom after releasing three consecutive No. 1 smashes from her critically acclaimed debut album The First Time, the Platinum-certified “Love Me Like You Mean It” and “Peter Pan,” and Gold-certified “Dibs,” making her the only female artist in Country Music history, including female duos and groups, to achieve this accolade. The singer-songwriter wrote or co-wrote all 12 songs on her debut. Top 5 and climbing with “Yeah Boy,” Ballerini is currently in the studio working on her second album — as Entertainment Weekly named her among “The 35 Most Anticipated Albums of 2017.” The Black River Entertainment artist was featured as one of Forbes’ “30 Under 30” class of 2017. She’s been named “The Country Sweetheart” in People Magazine’s elite “Ones to Watch” portfolio, praised by Rolling Stone as the “Nashville It Girl,” touted by Billboard Magazine as “Country’s Next Queen,” and selected as one of CMT’s Next Women of Country. After her 2016 headline THE FIRST TIME TOUR — which visited dozens of cities across the U.S. and included sold-out shows in her hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee; Minneapolis, Minnesota; New York City; Los Angeles; and more — she joined Thomas Rhett for his HOME TEAM TOUR, to be directly followed by a fall run with Lady Antebellum’s YOU LOOK GOOD WORLD TOUR. For more information visit KelseaBallerini.com, and reach out to her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
With “a sky-rocketing Country career” (“TODAY”), Thomas Rhett is preparing for the highly-anticipated 2017 release of his third studio album, kicking things off with the “driving, sexy” (Rolling Stone) lead track “Craving You” featuring Maren Morris. New music follows seven trips to the No. 1 position on the Country radio charts and his Platinum-certified release Tangled Up Deluxe (The Valory Music Co.), which includes the Double Platinum, Grammy-nominated, six-week chart-topping smash “Die A Happy Man.” The record-breaking track is the reigning CMA Single of the Year and garnered major trophies from the “Billboard Music Awards” and “CMT Music Awards.” Thomas Rhett is exciting fans as he performs new music on his headlining 2017 HOME TEAM TOUR, one of Rolling Stone’s most anticipated tours of this year. After drawing capacity crowds overseas last year, he returns as a “force to be reckoned with” (Daily Star) with plans to return to Europe while also making his debut headlining run in Canada in addition to US dates. For more information and for a full list of upcoming tour dates, visit thomasrhett.com.
Filmed during CMA Music Festival June 8-11 in Nashville, the special features many of today’s most exciting Country Music stars as they hit the stage during the four-day celebration of America’s music. The annual event is unlike any other, with meet-and-greets in Fan Fair X, live music on 11 stages, hundreds of artists and celebrities, and a guest list of 88,500 avid singing-and-dancing-till-dawn fans.
A limited number of tickets for the Nightly Concerts at Nissan Stadium are still available at CMAfest.com or through the CMA Box Office at 1-800-CMA-FEST. Outdoor daytime stages including the Chevrolet Riverfront and Park Stages, Budweiser “Forever Country” Park Stage, Gildan Broadway Stage at Hard Rock Cafe, and the Music City Stage inside the Nashville Visitor Center at Bridgestone Arena are free and open to the public.
Funds generated through CMA Music Festival ticket sales for the Nightly Concerts and Fan Fair X benefit music education. Since 2006, CMA and the CMA Foundation have donated more than $17.5 million to support quality, sustainable music education initiatives across the country on behalf of the artists who participate in the event for free, impacting the lives of one million children through the power of music.
For upcoming talent announcements and all other info, stay connected with CMA on CMAfest.com, Facebook.com/CMA, Twitter.com/CountryMusic, Instagram.com/CMA, “CMAsnaps” on Snapchat, and sign up for CMA Country Connection, CMA’s e-newsletter. This year’s app is now available in the App store for iPhone and Android and includes features that allow fans to create individual concert schedules and be the first to know which of their favorite stars will be appearing on the free stages throughout the Festival. | <urn:uuid:70584dcf-cbae-4a45-865d-82bc8b6d904c> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://musicmayhemmagazine.com/kelsea-ballerini-thomas-rhett-host-cma-fest-2017-special-airing-summer-abc-television-network/ | 2023-09-28T16:39:16Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.942634 | 1,370 |
EASE #26 1 Step = 1 Year of Fasting & 1 Year of Qiyam
Channel: Mohamad Baajour
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Today, my brothers and sisters, we have an action that the Allamah said that is the most rewarding Hadith the most rewarding, authentic hadith the reward is beyond your imagination.
And it only comes from Allah subhanho wa taala. And we believe it because it's coming from the sadaqa Amin is coming from Rasulullah sallallahu alayhi wa sallam who only tells the truth.
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Rasul that means they have a relationship him and his wife. So and somebody is just single, conservative, made a fool awesome. And he went early, he left the house early to the masjid and he arrived before the first football Baqarah attacker and he attends the football from the beginning and he walked and did not tried. He walked and did not did not tried. How lucky are our brothers overseas that are living right next to the massagin between the masjid and a masjid there's a masjid. And for us here living in the West.
In sha Allah Tana, every turn of the wheel of the car going to the masjid will be counted. But to apply the Hadith literally just park your car a little bit far from the masjid and walk and make a lot of steps. Why you will find out and he sits near he sits very close to the Imam we have a very common problem that people come very early and they sit all the way in the back of the masjid to leave early or to lay in their back on the wall know this in order to get these rewards you have to be very close to the Imam and he sits near the Imam and not only that he listen attentively, he listens attentively.
So somebody might be listening attentively but isn't sitting very far from the Imam and somebody might be close to the Imam and not listening. So it has to be both listening and attentively and does not wear them yellow and does not indulge in any vain. idle talk. Waiting for the Imam maybe he's reading a little curve he's making salatu salam Salam he's remembering Allah subhanaw taala no idle talk, okay. There has to be all these conditions. Are you ready for the reward? Listen to this. With every step he took to the masjid, it will be recorded for him a years fasting.
A year is fasting and a year of pm with every step one year fasting and one year tahajjud as if he prayed all night. So if he takes 10 steps, 10 years, 100 steps 100 years and you could be 500 steps 500 years Allah's Kadeem, my brothers, and this inshallah to Allah even though the sisters do not, it's not a must upon them to come to Joomla but if they come to Joomla and sha Allah, they will get all this reward also. So my brothers, let's do this at least once, once a year, once once a month. Subhanallah now is here in the West in the weekend of Thanksgiving, that Friday.
Everybody's off. Let's plan from now that the Friday of Thanksgiving we're going to walk to the masjid and get this huge reward from Allah subhanho wa Taala May Allah make me and you from the people who listen and apply I love you all for the sake of Allah Subhana Allah humma behenic lesser than
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- Oh good, this is sustainable.
This week, I have drawn:
- More organic perspective on March 22. I think I'll keep at this until I can reliably use my shoulder for tiny boxes, or I get really bored.
- More organic perspective on March 23. I'm trying to verify some of the vanishing points on these boxes, and they look off, so I'll try to focus on that for a bit.
- More organic perspective on March 24. I drew a long curve this time, so it's not done.
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Childcare centers often rely on fundraising activities to supplement their operational budget, fund special projects, or support community outreach initiatives. These activities not only generate necessary funds but also build a sense of community and camaraderie. Yet, timing can significantly influence the success of your fundraising endeavors. So, when is the optimal time to roll out your fundraising campaign in California? And how can you ensure it's a success? Let's delve into these critical questions.
Choosing the Right Time for Fundraising
The most suitable time for fundraising activities often coincides with the period of high parent engagement and community involvement. Typically, this falls into two significant periods within the year - the start of the school year and the spring season.
Start of the School Year: Launching a fundraiser at the beginning of the academic year can be beneficial. During this time, parents are often highly engaged, ready to contribute to their child's educational environment. This is an opportune moment to capitalize on that excitement and commitment.
Spring Season: Springtime, usually between late March and June, is another excellent period for fundraising. As the weather improves, outdoor events become more feasible and enjoyable. It's also a period when people are often ready to embrace community activities after the winter season.
Fundraising Ideas and Tips for Success
Fun Runs/Walkathons: Organizing a fun run or walkathon can be an excellent fundraising activity, especially in the pleasant weather of the spring season. Participants can seek sponsorships from friends, family, and local businesses.
Art Auctions: Showcase the creativity of your students by hosting an art auction. This can be done at the start of the school year, with artworks created during summer programs, or in spring, with creations made throughout the year.
Read-a-thons: Encourage literacy while raising funds by organizing a read-a-thon. Students can get pledges based on the number of books or pages they read.
Matching Gifts: Seek local businesses or corporations that would be willing to match the funds you raise during your campaign, effectively doubling your proceeds.
Crowdfunding Campaigns: Utilize online platforms to reach out to the broader community. Share your center's story and fundraising goals, and make it easy for people to contribute.
Tips for Success
- Engage the Community: Get parents, staff, and community members involved in planning and implementing the fundraiser. The more people feel ownership of the event, the more successful it will be.
- Clear Communication: Ensure everyone understands the purpose of the fundraiser, how the money will be used, and how they can contribute.
- Appreciation: Always thank your donors and let them know the outcome of the fundraiser. This not only shows gratitude but also encourages future participation.
- Partner with Local Businesses: Local businesses can provide sponsorship, donate goods or services for auctions, or offer their venue for events. Building these relationships can greatly enhance your fundraising efforts.
In conclusion, successful fundraising for your childcare center involves strategic timing, innovative ideas, and community engagement. While the start of the school year and the spring season may offer optimal engagement opportunities, it's crucial to plan fundraising activities that resonate with your community. Remember, fundraising is not only about generating funds, but also about strengthening your community, enhancing your center's profile, and creating memorable experiences for all involved. With the right strategies and a community-focused approach, your childcare center's fundraising initiatives are sure to flourish. | <urn:uuid:14376c65-f38e-433d-abd7-0640a101a8c0> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://my.caqualityearlylearning.org/strategizing-for-success-the-ideal-season-for-fundraising-childcare-centers/ | 2023-09-28T16:58:14Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.938142 | 706 |
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Upstate New York may soon be home to the world’s largest bitcoin mining center if the ambitious plans being undertaken by cryptocurrency mining firm Coinmint fall into place.
Coinmint, through its subsidiary North Country Data Center Corp., has invested $50 million so far to convert a 1,300-acre Alcoa aluminum smelting plant in Massena, NY.
With a 435-megawatt capacity, the new facility would be the world’s largest bitcoin mining center.
Will Be Operational In 12 Months
Coinmint plans to invest up to $700 million in the project, which will create an estimated 150 jobs over the next 18 months. The new center is expected to be fully operational within the next 12 months, the company projected in a statement.
Not surprisingly, the town of Massena is excited about the jobs the new mining center will create. The plant will be staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year by security personnel, IT technicians, electricians, and operational staff.
“The thought of 150 jobs and revitalization of the Alcoa East Facility is exciting,” said Steve O’Shaughnessy, Massena town supervisor. “We are ready to provide any assistance we can to move this project to its full potential.”
The old Alcoa plant shuttered in 2014, but Coinmint has signed a 10-year lease on the property, signaling its confidence that despite bitcoin’s recent price slump, it believes cryptocurrencies are here to stay.
“As long as bitcoin networks exist, we anticipate mining to be profitable,” Coinmint’s chief technology officer Prieur Leary told CNBC. “We’ve developed a process to get an edge in the market.”
Access to Cheaper Power Sources
As CCN previously reported, there has been much scuttlebutt over the high cost of bitcoin mining, which consumes a lot of electricity. As bitcoin prices have plummeted, mining has become less profitable, especially for individual miners.
But Coinmint says Massena’s access to cheaper power sources such as hydroelectric and wind will keep mining costs down.
“The area’s citizens and its hydroelectric power — a green alternative to the less sustainable energies used at other digital asset infrastructure data centers — were the catalyst for our move and will be foundational assets for continued expansion,” said Coinmint rep Kyle Carlton. “The reduced electricity costs will enable us to compete in the rapidly emerging digital currency global marketplace.”
China currently has the world’s largest cryptocurrency mining pools. If Upstate New York wants to be the king of bitcoin mining, it may need to battle both China and Russia, where crypto mining has mushroomed.
Dmitry Marinichev, President Vladimir Putin’s internet ombudsman, is currently overseeing the construction of the Russian Mining Center, which he hopes will transform Russia into a cryptocurrency powerhouse, as CCN has reported.
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GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Police are working to find out what happened after receiving a report of an active shooter at an office building.
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When they arrived on the scene, a suspect was outside with their hands up and was taken into custody.
A second suspect was also taken into custody, and guns were found. Officers then helped evacuate the building.
Police say that a suspect shot into a locked door, and that’s how they got into the building. They say that shots were fired, but no one was injured.
A representative from the Guilford EMS said they responded to the call as well but did not treat any injuries at the scene.
Jazzlyn Ingram, 33, has been charged with:
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- two counts of second-degree kidnapping
- two counts of assault with a deadly weapon
- discharging a firearm within city limits
- injury to real property
- possession of marijuana paraphernalia
Jazzlyn’s spouse Richard Ingram Jr., 36, has been charged with:
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- resist and delay or obstruct a law enforcement official
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Greensboro/Guilford Crime Stoppers at 336-373-1000. Citizens can also download the mobile P3tips app for Apple or Android phones to submit a mobile tip, or go to P3tips.com to submit a web tip. All tips to Crime Stoppers are completely anonymous. | <urn:uuid:b8eca60d-5967-4566-ad78-9772465ed9ba> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/greensboro/police-investigating-after-reports-of-active-shooter-on-regional-road-in-greensboro/ | 2023-09-28T17:26:54Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.9767 | 360 |
The current head of the UGC – All-Ukrainian Gambling Council Anton Kuchukhidze expressed his expert opinion that it is shadow gambling that is the main problem for the work and development of legal gambling business in Ukraine today. As part of the fight against illegal gambling establishments, the independent authorities are taking new enhanced measures in order to completely bring the representatives of the gambling market to the legal level. This, according to analysts, will help not only make Ukraine more attractive for foreign partners and investors, but also improve the internal situation in the country. Official gambling is safer for Ukrainians and, of course, more beneficial for the budget of Ukraine. Previously, My Lucky Story informed readers about what new ways to protect Ukrainians from gambling addiction appear today. It also became known that the Ukrainian authorities did not adopt the bill on taxes for gambling and returned it for revision. In mid-June of the current 2021, the Ukrainian regulator CRAIL – the Gambling Business Regulation Commission introduced new rules for running a gambling business. | <urn:uuid:4ccad989-6a7e-4199-a667-3d0a0e0289a4> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://myluckystory.com/anton-kuchukhidze-called-the-main-problem-for-the-operation-and-development-of-the-gambling-business-in-ukraine/ | 2023-09-28T17:21:46Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00199.warc.gz | en | 0.958609 | 205 |
Tanks are perhaps the most iconic element of modern armed forces, which should be indicative of how important they have become to warfare despite being developed relatively recently.
Tanks are so important that there have been countless documentaries detailing their development and use, and Channel 4 has commissioned Guy Martin to make a one-off documentary commemorating the battle of Cambrai, the first large-scale use of tanks in the first world war.
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If a reconstructed historically accurate Mark IV Tank sounds like it would be right up your alley, there is a lot in Britain you can explore to learn more and even experience tanks up close.
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Depending upon the type, a flow control valve serves different functions in a hydraulic flow system. One common use is to regulate the speed of cylinders of motors within a system. Probably, it’s due to the flow control valve’s capability to affect the energy transfer rate at a given point in a system.
System operators use flow control valves to depressurize a hose or change the fittings quickly. Also, they are used in several customer applications, such as faucets, showers, lawn watering system, etc. to reduce the amount of water consumed. These valves have a long life and aren’t prone to clogging due to their design.
Flow control valves have wide use in the applications around the food processing industry, material handling, warehouse equipment, automated factory, etc.
What Are The Types Of A Flow Control Valve?
Industries commonly use the following types of flow control valves:
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- Butterfly Valves, etc.
Ball valves are the simplest of all the contro valves, as they have a simple design. They consist of an inner ball attached to a handle. As the handle turns a quarter turn, a hole through the ball’s center turns perpendicular to or aligns with the valve openings, thus allowing or shutting off the flow. A butterfly valve does the same thing by opening and closing an internal metal plate.
Diaphragm valve features a flexible disc that contacts a place at the top of the valve body and forms a seal. It’s flexible, pressure-responsive, and transmits force to open, close or control a valve.
A needle valve is more precise and allows greater flow control. It has an adjustable needle and a valve stem to restrict or allow the fluid flow.
What Are The Uses Of A Flow Control Valve?
The flow control valve fittings reduce the flow rate in a specific area of a pneumatic system that reduces the speed of the actuator. As a needle valve controls the flow of liquid in two directions, a flow control valve directs it to the system flow in one direction.
Below are some of the uses of a flow control valve-
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The flow control valves allow the operator to use the resources efficiently. Thus, businesses experience reduced process variability that helps increases financial returns.
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Using flow control valves in faucets help conserve a lot of water. It means you can save money on water bills by employing these valves into the HVAC systems in offices, homes, or factories.
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These valves allow the operator to depressurize the hose quickly. Turn the hose off and open the valve to release any backpressure. You can use these valves to minimize the risk of over-wetting, as well as to achieve the drying times faster.
Not to mention, today, businesses focus on meeting global ecological standards. By using these valves, they can reduce the wastage of natural resources and become eco-friendly.
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The common raccoon is a moderately sized, heavily furred mammal best characterized by its distinctive markings. The face has a dark brownish-black eye mask sharply separated from whitish nose patches, eyebrow lines, and exclamation points between the eyes. The inside of the ears is ringed with white, adding to the facial contrast. The tail is annulated with five to seven dark rings separated by light gray or tan rings. The hind legs are longer than the front; thus, in a walking gait, the rump is higher than the head.
The common raccoon occurs in suitable habitats throughout Oregon; it does not occur in high mountain regions or in desert regions except near permanent water sources. The characteristics that contribute most to habitats being suitable for raccoons are water and trees. Hollow trees provide dens that serve to insulate the occupying raccoon from inclement weather.
Few, if any, behavior patterns of wild mammals are more widely recognized than the so-called "food-washing" behavior of the racoon. Wild raccoons, in foraging along streams, commonly sit on their hind legs (sometimes in the water), stare vacantly into space, and search for food by "dabbling" with splayed-fingered forepaws.
Common raccoons are notorious for eating pet food left on a porch, or getting into garbage cans for food. Discourage this behavior by keeping pet food indoors and securing garbage cans.
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I have not been the most consistent blogger in the world. If there’s anyone out there paying attention this is not such a big surprise. My last post was over a year ago. In that episode, I announced that my poor old sweet-faced kitty Angel was dying of cancer. I got all philosophical and weepy about it, as I have a tendency to do. So here’s what happened next.
Angel’s vet had been so dire about it, I assumed Angel was going to close her eyes and drop her body any minute. I’d go out to dead-head the roses, and I’d worry that when I came back inside she’d be stretched out in the hallway, dead. The first few nights after the diagnosis in July, I couldn’t sleep well. I left my bedroom and went out to read on the couch. I fell asleep, but then I was awakened by Angel, running around on the family room floor, chasing a catnip mouse with a bell on it. Okay, I thought, she’s going to be all right for a little while longer.
I didn’t want to leave town with her so sick, but I decided I’d go to Santa Cruz and sit on the beach as soon as she died. When she made it to September, I thought—great, I’ll get off-season rates at my favorite motel by the wharf. When she made it to October, I forgot about Santa Cruz and decided I wanted her to live till the election. Yeah, that’s when this story gets crazy. I wanted my cat to live to see the first woman elected president of the United States. That’s right, I’m not proud of this, I know it sounds crazy. But remember what it was like a year ago: we were all full of optimism and hope. The polls, the media, the late-night comedians were all saying Hillary was going to get elected. The pundits were even predicting Democrats would take back both houses of Congress. We were going to take back the Supreme Court! I think I wanted Angel to live to see this because I was feeling so sad that my mother (who died eight years ago this week) and my cousin Joanne (who been gone only a few months at that point) didn’t live to see a woman president. It was silly, but I wanted the cat to see it.
We all know how that turned out.
Angel died a few days before Thanksgiving. I’ll spare you the details. Suffice to say she got really really weak and really really sick, and I called the vet on a weekend and scheduled a time for her to euthanize Angel the following Monday. Then I went to the store and bought one of those rotisserie chickens, and Angel and I ate it together all weekend. She also went outside and roamed around on the lawn and ate grass. She had a good death. We should all be so lucky.
After that I was sad. I didn’t want another cat and didn’t want to bother with Christmas. I didn’t put up a tree and I didn’t send out cards. But grieving for Angel made me realize that I hadn’t grieved anybody very well. So I found a grief support group. I talked mainly about Joanne who’d died in March, but I also talked about my Mom and about my friend Craig. They let me talk about Angel too. They were good people, and we met until the week before Christmas. Then I surprised myself and decided I wanted a kitten for Christmas. But then I doubly surprised myself and adopted two kittens for Christmas!! Their names are Valentine Rose (my black kitty) and Suzanna Christmas (my tabby who is called Zuzu—you know like Zuzu’s petals in “It’s a Wonderful Life.”) They are joyful little girls and they love each other so much. Sometimes I sing them the Skylar Sisters song from Hamilton, only I say their names and I call them the “Holiday Sisters.” Yeah, I know, it’s weird, but it makes for a good story.
Adopting my new girls was great, but it didn’t alleviate the depression I’d been in since the election. I cried election night, and I cried for days afterwards. It was the pussy-grabbing comments that got me. I can’t believe we live in a country where people would elect a man who brags about such things. I won’t get into it here, but it’s a highly personal thing to me, as it is to many women. But my purpose today is not to rant about politics, no matter how personal I feel the situation is. I want to tell you what happened next.
As I said, I was very depressed. I wasn’t in a clinical depression. I got up every morning. I cleaned the house and weeded the garden, I did volunteer work at the women’s center where we serve breakfast to low income and homeless women, I wrote with my writer-friends, I went hiking by the river. But always I carried a deep heavy feeling in my throat and chest. I tired easily and I cried at cat food commercials. More than sad, I was feeling hopeless about my country.
On Inauguration Day I volunteered for an extra shift at the women’s center. I wanted to feel useful. The next day I went downtown with friends and we marched in the streets. It was a huge crowd. The organizers announced that we all would gather at a park southwest of the state capitol and then we’d march there for a celebration. It was mobbed. We lined up in the street adjacent to the park by the Catholic Church dedicated to the Black Madonna. We stood there for a couple hours before we started moving. I’d been in anti-nuke marches in the 80s like this—where the crowd was so big that those of us in the middle just had to wait and wait and wait before we could move.
I was there with my friends, and I felt great. I felt strong and healthy, as if I could stand there for days. I thought about a song Holly Near used to sing about a woman born on a mountain who was not going to let the developers come in—“You may drive a big machine, but I was born a great big woman!!” I love that song. My friends and I used to sing that to each other when we were young, living in our first apartments, going to Take Back the Night marches, raising money for the Peace Center.
My depression went away. Just like that. My friends said, oh, it was being out there in the crowd, it was taking action, feeling optimistic. But I knew that wasn’t it. I didn’t feel optimistic that day, and I don’t now. I feel terrible about my country. Just terrible. But for a while I felt a deep sense of grace. It was different than anything I’d ever felt before. There have been times in my life when I’ve felt very happy, filled with hope, even euphoric—you know, like falling in love, or finally getting that job you’ve been wanting, or getting your first poem published, then getting a poem published in a nationally distributed anthology! That’s good stuff. But this was different. What made it different was this: I felt forgiving.
I don’t know if this is a universal or even common experience, but there have been several people over the years that I’ve been unable to fully forgive. Some of them I don’t see any more, some I do. Some I’m friendly with, but I don’t trust them. Most I’m sympathetic to—I think, oh, I understand, they did what they did because of a misunderstanding, or because their life is hard too, or they had cold parents, a hard family life, a difficult spouse. Or maybe they were mean to me because they’re just mean, manipulative people and overbearing control freaks. Yeah, sounds about right.
I pray about this often. I’ve come to believe that when it comes to forgiveness, you can do the best you can—you can be friendly (though protective of yourself), you can pray for the other person, you can wish good things for them—but to fully forgive, to completely let go, that takes God’s grace. It’s not something we can do on our own.
And so here I was in the streets with my sisters on the day after Inauguration Day, and it began. My depression lifted and I felt forgiven and forgiving. This feeling lasted several months. I didn’t feel euphoric, though I generally felt good and healthy. Some days I was happy. Some days I was sad. It wasn’t about that. It was about an awareness of God’s grace. I couldn’t sustain it though. I’m not sure why. It drifted away. The Universe gave me a little taste, and then it drifted away. I don’t know if I did something to lose it. I don’t know. I wish I could feel that way all the time, but I know I can’t MAKE it happen. (I have another story about grace and forgiveness, but that’s for another day).
That brings me up to now. We’ve been bombarded these past few weeks by news of hurricanes in Texas, Florida, and Puerto Rico. We’ve seen the worst mass shooting in modern history in Las Vegas two days ago. We fear we may be at the brink of nuclear war with North Korea as our president tells the secretary of state (not in a face-to-face meeting, but via social media) that he’s wasting his time trying to negotiate with “Little Rocket Man.” I feel awful. But I keep writing, because I don’t know what else to do. I pray and I write and I hang with my cats and my friends, and that’s about all.
I’d like to say that I’m going to post more on my blog. I don’t know if that’s true right now. I don’t know if anyone cares. Is anybody out there? I’m not sure I really want to even have a blog. I want to write novels and poems and I was told at one conference or another that I should have the blog to promote the novels. And so here I go:
I have a new novel coming out in a month! It’s called Ghost Owl. It stars my young heroine Mariah Easter. I’m very proud of this one. My readers tell me it’s a page-turner!
So to update–I have three novels out now: Yellow-Billed Magpie, Red-Tailed Hawk, and Ghost Owl. They are stand-alone stories, but they have the same characters. I think it’s nice to read them in order, but it’s not necessary. I also have a short-story collection called Rover. All four books are available right now at Amazon—yes, even Ghost Owl. But if you’re in Sacramento, I suggest you wait and buy books from me at my Ghost Owl launch party at Hoppy Brewing Company on Thursday evening, November 2nd from 5:30 to 8:30. I’ll be selling all books that evening for the low low introductory price of $5!! Great for holiday gifts.
Finally—jumping ahead—my goal for 2018 is to learn how to market better. This will definitely include the website—but what about this blog. I don’t think I’m ready to give up on it yet. It will continue to be my usual crazy musings, and a bit of rough, barely edited flash fiction that I often write with my writing groups. I hope folks like it.
Thanks for reading this far. Now please drop me a line or give me a like so I’ll know somebody is there! Thank you!
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