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After a successful first year, MCLA is continuing to run the Mathematics Help Drop-In Center, a place for students with any questions related to mathematics. Peer tutors will be available in the Center during daytime and evening hours, as shown below, with more than one tutor present, and have the ability to assist with the mathematics portions of problems from any course in any department on campus, as well as the ability to help students studying for the mathematics portions of exams like the MTEL, GRE, and TEAS. The Center is free for the MCLA community to use, and all are welcome to drop in--no appointment necessary! The Center is located in the Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation, Room 101. When can I meet with tutors who've taken my class? Sign the sign-in sheet when you first arrive. A written record of how many students we serve, what the busiest times are, and in what course students are seeking help assists us in planning. Leave your anonymous comments using the sign-out sheet when you leave. All feedback is welcome! Bring your syllabus, textbook, class notes, homework and computer/calculator if appropriate. Have specific questions. It's not very helpful to tell the tutor you're confused about everything. It's much more helpful to have picked out particular homework problems you are stuck on or particular topics or examples you want explained. Seek out other students in the Center who are in the same course as you. A lot can be accomplished by working in small groups, and it makes good use of the time you're waiting for the tutor. Even though the tutors are very good mathematics students, they are still students, and so there may be occasional questions they can't answer. Don't let this bother you; just return when a more experienced student or professor is in the Center. Don't ask tutors to help you with a take-home test. They are not allowed to do so. The tutors have their own studies, so please don't bother them with questions when they are not working. We all need our spare time. Tips in this section were adapted from Hofstra University's page. Where can I get general help with math and coding on my own time? Kara Adams (2020) is from Walden, NY, and is a psychology major with a minor in behavior analysis. She plays on the MCLA softball team and is a part of multiple honors societies, including Psi Chi International Honors Society in Psychology and Alpha Lambda Delta National Honors Society. She has taken Psychological Research and Statistics I and II, and received credit for AP Calculus and AP Chemistry, which she took in high school. Kara works Sundays and Wednesdays 6 - 8. Erika Burgess (2020) is a math major from Bennington, Vermont. She has taken Calculus I-IV, Graph Theory, Intro to Mechanics, and Proof I. She also has a basic understanding of statistics. Erika enjoys spending her free time with friends and family and being President of the Cheer Squad. Erika works Mondays and Wednesdays 6 - 8. Owen Fitzgerald (2020) is a physics major from Pittsfield, MA. He has taken Calculus I-IV, Intro to Statistics, Proof I, ODE, and a variety of entry level Physics courses. He also runs Cross Country, and is Secretary for MCLA's chapter of the Society of Physics Students. In his free time, he likes to play Grand Strategy Games. Owen works Mondays 6 - 8. Samantha Hinds (2020) is a Fine and Performing Arts major from Northampton, MA. She has taken statistics, honors Algebra 1 and 2, and Geometry. She enjoys performing and working on various artworks. Samantha works Mondays 4-6, Tuesdays and Thursdays 3-5, and Wednesdays 4-5. Dean Little (2021) is a double major in physics and biology with a minor in mathematics from Lowell, MA. He enjoys swimming and is interested in foreign languages. He has taken Calculus I-III, ODE, Intro E&M, and Mathematical Physics, and is currently enrolled in Partial Differential Equations, Calc IV, and Waves, Optics, and Relativity. Dean works Sundays 4-6, Tuesdays 6-8, Wednesdays 3-4, and Thursdays 11-1. Ben Michener is a junior Computer Science major and Math minor from Mansfield, Massachusetts. Among other courses, he has taken Intro to Statistics, Discrete Mathematics, and Calculus I-III. In addition, Ben is also happy to look at any Java, Python, C#, C++, or PicBasic programs for his fellow software developers. In his free time, Ben can be found hiking in the woods around North Adams and playing Dungeons and Dragons. Ben works Sundays and Tuesdays 4 - 6, and Tuesdays 5 - 7. Megan Richardson is a math and secondary education double major and history minor from Adams, Massachusetts. She has taken Calculus I-IV, Proof I, Proof II, Linear Algebra, ODE, the History of Mathematics, Intro to Mechanics, and she also possesses knowledge in Statistics. Megan is also a member of the Women's Soccer team and will also be taking her Mathematics MTEL (teacher certification test) soon. Meg works Mondays and Wednesdays 4 - 5. Nick Strezynski is a math major from Lee, MA. He has taken the Calculus series, ODE, Proof 1, Graph theory, Prob & Stats 1, and Intro to Mechanics. He has taken and is taking a few economics courses such as Macro and Global Markets. He's currently in PDE and Mathematical Modelling. Nick spends his free time hiking, watching movies, and playing pick-up basketball on campus. Nick works Sundays and Tuesdays 6 - 8, Wednesdays 5 - 6, and Thursdays 11-1 and 6 - 8. For help with mathematics, please visit MCLA's Mathematics Help Drop-In Center, located in CSI 101 and open Sunday through Thursday nights. There you will find trained peer tutors who can help you with all matters related to math, from figuring out where to start, to firming up a shaky background, to practicing concepts and studying for exams. For information such as this semester's hours of operation, please visit the Math Help Drop-In Center's website at mcla.edu/mathcenter . Have a friendly math tutor visit your class for a 15-minute presentation on the services the Math Help Drop-In Center offers. To schedule a class visit, please e-mail Kebra Ward at [email protected]. Ungraded pre-tests can often help students decide early whether they will need help with the mathematics that an upcoming course topic entails, and such evaluations can often be given in five minutes, or as take-home assignments. For templates on particular topics, please e-mail Kebra Ward at [email protected]. Beginning a unit where the math is typically the students' biggest stumbling block? Schedule an after-hours help session inside the Drop-In Center! Tutors will meet with you beforehand, and will be on hand to help you help your students. To schedule a session, please email Kebra Ward at [email protected]. If you'd like informational brochures, flyers, and other such items to give to your students, please contact Kebra Ward at [email protected].

Jobs/Naomi Klein: while factories are moving abroad ((s) into cheaper regions), "on the way abroad, they turn into something completely different, namely 'contracts' awarded to a contractor. The latter may subcontract them to up to ten subcontractors.(1) The brand companies of the global North do not invest, they pass on the costs of production to others. LedbetterVsKlein, Naomi: she had no idea of macro economics when she lamented the loss of jobs on the American labour market(3). She had overlooked the importance of increasing productivity in production as well as the important role of small enterprises, which had contributed much more to employment growth in the USA than the large brand companies. KleinVsVs: the central thesis for her is that with the transformation of the employment relationship, production relationships have also changed. Klein: the intensified alienation of labour, the direct exploitation of human labour and the flight of "employers" from their duties and responsibilities have led to the fact that "not even the classic Marxist separation between workers and factory owners is working properly"(4). 3. James Ledbetter »Brand Names«, in: The New York Times, 23. April 2000.

Well, I guess I'll fix it now. No one really cares about "The Lives We Left Behind" anyway. im new to the site. i was wondering if u could put a link to the mii channel piano sheet u did. i was looking at the in progress topic 2 and i saw that u did it. Hey Olimar? Where are your other arrangements if not on your submission thread? and as zelda pianist said, i thought u might be able to put the mii channel sheet on your arrangment threads. sorry, but do u have a pdf? thats okay if u dont. sorry for being a pest, but do u have a midi? XD Olimar, why don't you just keep all your stuff on one submission thread?

Q: How to lock out other web pages I have an exam application where for the user to create an exam they have to go through these pages: * *create_session.php *QandATable.php *indivdiualmarks.php *penalty.php *complete.php Now what I am worried about is the user can complete some of these pages but then either abandonded creating the exam by leaving out the other pages or they start creating an exam going trough some of the pages above but then be able to either go back on a previous page or pevious pages or skip pages by entering url of other pages which are coming up ahead. So my question is that is there a way where I can stop the user skipping ahed pages or going back to previous pages? In other words they have to follow the exact steps of going through the five pages above in the exact order to create the exam. For example if the user is on the the QandATable.php page, they cannot go back to the create_session.php page or they cannot skip ahead to the other pages until the QandATable.php has been successfully submitted? In other words lock out the other pages except the current page. Once the user has accessed the complete.php page then exam is completed and the create_session.php can be removed from the lockout as that is the first page. If the user abandons a page such as the individualmarks.php, and the user goes back straight to the indivdualmarks.php page, then that is fine, but if they try to access another page, I am thinking of sending a prompt box or something similar stating: You already have an exam currently in creation, to continue with creating the current exam click on this link (link to current page user is on) If you want to create a new exam then please click on this link (link to the create_session.php page). I know what I am asking is not very simple but I don't want the user to mess up creating the exam unless they follow each step (each page) in the correct order so it doesn't mess with any data. Does anyone have a simple sample on how this could be achieved? I am working with IE, Chrome. Safari, Firefox and Opera Thanks UPDATE: <?php session_start(); ?> <head> <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /> <link rel="stylesheet" type="text/css" href="stepsStyle.css"> <title>Follow Steps</title> <script type="text/javascript"> //if user selects "Create New Assessment" Link, then use jquery/ajax below //code below will access removesession.php where it will remove exam details which will be overwritten $(function() { var link = $("#createLink"); link.click(function() { $.ajax({ url: "removesession.php", async: false, type: "POST", success: function() { window.location.href = link.attr("href"); } }); //cancels the links true action of navigation return false; }); ); </script> </head> <body> <?php $steps = array('create_session.php', 'QandATable.php', 'individualmarks.php', 'penalty.php', 'complete.php'); $latestStep = $_SESSION['latestStep']; // Track $latestStep in either a session variable or the DB and retrieve accordingly // $currentStep will be dependent upon the page you're on $currentIdx = array_search($currentStep, $steps); $latestIdx = array_search($latestStep, $steps); if ($currentIdx - $latestIdx > 1 ) { ?> //set up a div box to display message on wether use should contine or not <div class="boxed"> You already have an exam currently in creation, to continue with creating the current exam click on this link: <br/><a href="">Continue with Current Assessment</a> <br/> If you want to create a new exam then please click on this link: <br/><a href="create_session.php" id="createLink">Create New Assessment</a> </div> <? } else { // let the user do the step } ?> Got couple of questions regarding code above: * *What should $currentStep variable equal to? *How do I link to its current page if user wants to continue with current exam? *Should I leave the else statement empty to let the user do the step? A: Security through obscurity is indeed a naive scheme: you should always assume that your URLs are public. Here you require a wizard-like interface, which in turn is a finite-state machine. Assuming your system already has users, you need to find a workflow engine (or a FSM implementation, or develop a simple one yourself) and track the user submissions inside every flow. At the beginning of each and every page you must validate the user's position, ie you must say if the user in the current state can access the requested resource. If he can't just redirect him, otherwise show the requested page. BTW, it seems you are building your application from scratch. The fast track is using a framework, for example CakePHP. I'm suggesting Cake because I just found this nice plugin (never used it myself, but the API is really nice and Cake itself is great for learning purposes) A: I'd track the last completed state in a variable, and the workflow in a list. On each page, check if the last completed state is greater than or equal to whatever the previous required steps are. This is assuming that your workflow is completely linear. Something like this: $steps = array('create', 'table', 'marks', 'penalty', 'complete'); // Track $latestStep in either a session variable or the DB and retrieve accordingly // $currentStep will be dependent upon the page you're on $currentIdx = array_search($currentStep, $steps); $latestIdx = array_search($latestStep, $steps); if ($currentIdx - $latestIdx > 1 ) { // show error message } else { // let the user do the step } Edit: Answering questions: What should $currentStep variable equal to? This should equal the page you're on and match a value in $steps; looks like it should be the filename of the current page. How do I link to its current page if user wants to continue with current exam? It sounds as if you're asking how to redirect to the correct step if the user is on the page. The next step should be $steps[$latestIdx + 1], e.g. the step after the latest step. Should I leave the else statement empty to let the user do the step? The else statement should contain all the code you want the user to execute. Alternatively, if you're externalizing this, you should probably use return values, and return 1 if they can do the step, 0 if they can not. Then on each page, you'd call this function, and depending on the return value, either show the page, or show the error.

Ribometrix Raises $7.5 Million in Seed Funding to Advance Platform for Discovering and Developing Small Molecule Modulators of RNA to Treat Human Diseases Oct. 31, 2017 (MARKETWIRED) — DURHAM, NC — Ribometrix, Inc., a biotech company dedicated to discovering and developing small molecule modulators of RNA to treat disease, has raised $7.5 million in seed capital. The investment was led by SV Health Investors and Hatteras Venture Partners. Also participating were AbbVie Ventures, the Dementia Discovery Fund, MP Healthcare Venture Management and Alexandria Venture Investments. Ribometrix, which focuses on under-exploited RNA targets connected with a wide range of diseases, is based on the vision that small molecules can target RNAs in therapeutically compelling ways analogous to successful conventional drugs that target proteins. The Ribometrix platform uses SHAPE-MaP and RING-MaP to elucidate the 3D (as opposed to 2D) shape of RNA and to screen for small molecule modulators of RNA biology. Potential benefits over current 2D-based approaches include selectivity, oral bioavailability, tissue distribution and central nervous system penetration. "We are excited about the broad therapeutic space this technology opens up and the potential to make a substantive impact on the lives of patients across a range of diseases," said Ribometrix's cofounder Kevin Weeks, PhD, Kenan Distinguished Professor of Chemistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and inventor of the SHAPE technologies. Ribometrix's other cofounder is Katherine Warner, PhD, developer of methods for applying SHAPE to understand RNA structure. Weeks and Warner serve as advisor and senior director of research at Ribometrix, respectively. SV Health Investors Venture Partner Michael Solomon, PhD, is Ribometrix's acting CEO. Joshua Resnick, MD, partner at SV, has joined Ribometrix's board of directors as chairman. Also joining the board are Michael Dial, PhD, of Hatteras Venture Partners and John Gustofson of AbbVie Ventures, as well as Solomon and Weeks. About Hatteras Venture Partners Hatteras Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Durham, NC with a focus on seed and early stage healthcare investing. The firm focuses on biopharmaceutical, healthcare IT, medical device, and diagnostic opportunities. Hatteras has approximately $450 million under management in five venture capital funds. The firm is led by a seasoned team of entrepreneurs and operators and has a long and successful track record of seed and early stage investing and company formation. To learn more about Hatteras Venture Partners, please visit www.hatterasvp.com.

Taking Drugs Can Result in a DUI On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Jan 1, 2020 | Firm News Most drivers in Montana understand that taking certain drugs, such as cocaine, is illegal. However, not everyone realizes that taking prescription drugs and even over-the-counter medication can be illegal. While taking them normally is not an issue, it can become problematic if taken before getting behind the wheel. Certain medications have side effects that interfere with driving ability, and this can lead to a DUI. The FDA reports that while not all medication inhibits driving, there are certain types that do. These include: Allergy and cold remedies Stimulant (ephedrine, caffeine) drugs Tranquilizers and sleeping pills Taking these drugs before driving can result in a DUI because some of their reactions, including difficulty focusing, impaired vision, dizziness, slowed reaction time, drowsiness and fainting. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, marijuana, even for drivers who have their medical license, can also become a legal problem if one drives under its influence. Research shows that its effect on driving includes a lack of attention, lane weaving and slowed movements and reaction time. The effects of drugs and medication increase when taken in conjunction with alcohol. The use of drugs contributes to over 40% of fatal crashes, but it is difficult to know how many accidents in general are due to drug use. There are numerous reasons for this. One is there is not a roadside test to test for drug levels like there is for alcohol. Some drugs also take a while to leave the system, making it hard to establish their contribution in a crash. Many people also have the presence of alcohol or multiple drugs, making it difficult to determine which substance is at fault. DUI regulations and penalties for commercial drivers Asserting your rights in interactions with law enforcement The rights of motorists who are pulled over in Montana Stand your ground and protect your loved ones

I'm not going to lie; I like the structure of traditional pop/rock music.. I like how it contains a couple of verses, a chorus, a bridge and so forth. There is a reason why it's lasted this long, in modern music. It's because it just works and people seem to enjoy it. If you are anything like me, then you know that it's good to keep things fresh and change it up once in a while. You can go ahead and change some of the instrumentation, and I'm sure that would work well, but an easier solution is to just modify the structure of one song. Let me give you some ideas. It's not a secret that we all like the chorus in most songs because it's the catchiest part of the song. It's the part where everyone hums and taps to, over and over. It's the most memorable part, and you just can't wait to get to it. So why even wait to get there, why not just start your song with the Chorus? Numerous artists have taken this approach (it isn't as uncommon as you think), and you can do this as well. So just take any song that you have written and swap around the chorus and the verse – simple! A band that I just love (*cough* Linkin Park *cough*) did this a lot on their first album. They may have had a cool melodic intro but then BAM they smack you right away with the chorus and then come back into the verse. Get To the Bridge and STAY THERE! Maybe you're working on a song, and it's doing the regular Chorus and Verse kind of thing, one option is just to get to the bridge and then stay there. Try not to think of the bridge as a quick change that goes back to the chorus or verse. Rather, the bridge could be the next "thing" in your song or outro. So basically what happens is, once you get there, you just never leave. As luck may have it, I have taken this very approach with one of my newest songs. It has a basic verse, chorus, verse, chorus – which hopefully will build into a cool bridge. So what the bridge is doing is giving a release from all that tension that was built before it. It's the climax of the song, so just get there and end there. There's no reason for you to come back. I say this with peace and love but if you want to step outside the box, try and ditch the chorus altogether. Relate this to all of the greatest hymns that we have known about for years. They are just basically made up of verses and nothing more. They sometimes go a few verse deep and nothing more. To be able to pull this off you need to do things. You need to write an excellent melody, and you need a lot of lyrics. So you can't just take the traditional approach of having a few lines that repeat. You need to say something around a well-structured melody that people can remember. These are some simple ways that you can tweak the traditional song structure, and I'm sure you can probably come up with much more on your own. Basically, what I'm trying to preach is that you take one song on your EP and change up the song structure. Try it out and let me know how you do. Leave a comment below!

As always, use each stick and poke needle only once. While there is no best needle for stick and poke tattoos, they each have their own advantages.We sell a few kits that each include needles for what you need 1RL, 3RL, 5RL, 7RL, 9RL, 5MS, 9MS, M1 and more are added every so often.Hand poked tattoo, how does it feel?Basically my question is how one would go about shading stick and pokes.These needles are usually more expensive.Can be a curved shader, which is a bit torneo poker salerno gentler on the skin.These features are detailed on the needles packages or listed with the product description.Some things are not practical for hand poked designs (sizeable areas of solid black or color while other things are not possible at all like smooth shading and color blending (like a machine).This seems more likely to happen with skin that naturally stretches a lot all the time.Hand poked tattoo, hand poked tattoo, hand poked tattoo.In today's world tattooing is most of the time left to experts, resulting in very beautiful works.The middle size is #10 and is commonly used for lining.The ones Ive used for all the work shown in the stick and poke tattoo ideas gallery are 1203RL.Our new, pR, actice KIT includes systeme roue escamotable an instructional poster that graphically explains some of this really nicely.Their point length (taper).Standard thickness.35mm or #12. Tools are hand-carved from bone or tusk without the use of metal.

El diari Reforma, Corazón de México (o simplement Reforma, com se'l coneix popularment) és un diari de circulació nacional a Mèxic que s'imprimeix a la ciutat de Mèxic i és editat pel Grup Reforma. Circula des del 20 de novembre de 1993. El seu director és Alejandro Junco de la Vega. El diari Reforma es va crear en 1993. En 1994 el periòdic va enfrontar el boicot de la Unió de Voceadores del Districte Federal. Des de llavors va néixer una xarxa de microempresaris i empreses independents que fins avui ho segueixen distribuint. Entre els seus editorialistes es troben: Jorge Castañeda, Enrique Krauze, José Woldenberg, Sergio Sarmiento, Sergio Aguayo Quezada, Germán Dehesa, Armando Fuentes Aguirre (Catón), Federico Reyes Heroles, Jonathan Heath, Everardo Elizondo, Lorenzo Meyer, Denise Dresser i Carmen Aristegui, entre altres. Referències Enllaços externs Web oficial Diaris en castellà Cultura de Mèxic

My friends were detained by ICE in Philly. Here's what happened when I tried to help them. | Perspective The Philadelphia Inquirer - https://www.inquirer.com 183d 7 tweets On July 2, 2019, Stockton professor Elisa von Joeden-Forgey received a text from her friend Elly: "Elisa ICE detain me n my husband." b-boy bouiebaisse 181d ago Rebecca Traister 181d ago Everyone should take a look at this: My friends were detained by ICE in Philly. Here's what happened when I tried to help them. | Perspective Akwugo Emejulu 180d ago "I'm here to see my friends who are being detained in this building." "You can't do that." "Why not?" "If you are not a lawyer. ..." "I am a lawyer." "If you are not their lawyer. ..." "Okay, I'm their lawyer. Who are you?" "I don't have to tell you that." David Andress 181d ago Right now, the US government is disappearing people. jake jackson 183d ago Haunting bureaucratic inhuman nightmare #abolishice "My friends were detained by ICE in Philly. Here's what happened when I tried to help them." | Perspective inquirer.com/opinion/commen… via @phillyinquirer D.J. Grothe 181d ago A very dark moment of our nation. Jake Orlowitz 180d ago My friends were detained by ICE in Philly. Here's what happened when I tried to help them. | Perspective nzzl.us/P7c1F80 via @nuzzel

The world of mobile telecommunication has changed a lot in recent decades. The time change the using of phone rather then call or SMS. Fortunately, some brands bet on innovating way claim to create a device that serves as many people as possible. The Xiaomi Mi6 has all the ballots of success, within just two months in the market. This important climbing path starred by Xiaomi Mi5. In February 2016 the Mi5 has had a myriad of updates that have improved all the errors of its launch and have returned it to the high end. Today we bring you the analysis of Xiaomi Mi6. Ready to know the strengths and weaknesses of the Xiaomi Mi6 as we analyzed in depth test in during month. We are going to bring a full analysis in which we have left nothing to see of this incredible smartphone. In the review we focus on the camera, power, design ….Without further ado, let us begin with all your technical specifications. Xiaomi remains focused on its native market, in China, where it is strong. So, with the sales figures that are not specify longer growing at the expected pace. It is easily understandable that personalization of Android 7.1 includes services, applications and ads that only have to do with China. Having a Mi6 requires an act of faith and a lot of patience. Even for advanced users. Something to keep in mind if you want zero complications then it is difficult. Also, desperate task of installing and running Google Play and several of the third party services. It will depend on which store you buy the device, it will arrive with global ROM or not. As very positive points, Xiaomi updates and improve Dual Spaces and Dual Apps services. as well as the control, possibilities and customization it supports. The second one is very comfortable to manage several service accounts like Facebook or Whatsapp in the same device. The first portion allow us to being able to access contacts, images and other apps and services by entering a different password when unlocking the terminal. However, MIUI 8 is definitely not a layer with which any user is going to feel comfortable. Be aware of the output of a ROM, as you may face some encountered problem. We hope, over time, it might be more effective. Xiaomi dark blue color model already get popular as we seen in market. . It is true that it is much more striking and novel. Although I also bet that, in the long run, a person could tire of it in future. Starting with the main component of a smartphone, the Xiaomi Mi6 does not leave anyone impassive looking at its screen. The model I have analyzed is black, manufactured like the rest of options of color in glass and metal. Although Xiaomi has chosen to the 5.15 inches screen with a resolution contained 1,920 × 1,080 px, we were left with 428 dpi, which is more than enough. The feeling in the hand is very good the light hardly reflects, imitating in part the sensation that gave the Xiaomi Mi MIX. The assembly is excellent and there are no slacks or sounds even if we shake the terminal. It is small, comfortable in any pocket and is tremendously easy to use with one hand without fear of falling. This helps the rear curvature of the glass but also the front of the screen. With regard to daily use, we have been quite noticed how to behave in bright environments like sunny day. Even with the sun reflecting directly, we could see the screen with all the details. The 600 nits of brightness are quite noticeable in the sunlight and that we talk about Seville in June, with a sun that makes it exceed 40 degrees in the shade. Something that in high-end and above all, super AMOLED, is quite difficult. Even so, we see that the screen of the Xiaomi Mi6, although it is solvent, does not offer the quality then smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy S7 or the Google Pixel itself. A positive surprise at the top appears the infrared sensor. We have found one of the speakers and USB Type C connector in the bottom. On other side, there is three physical buttons, volume and power. Also with dual SIM tray. The front displays bends very slightly, and the fingerprint sensor, which integrates perfectly when being also made by 2.5D glass. MI just greatly improving the ergonomics when you notice quadruple curvature of the glass on all sides. Something that cannot be possible to see with the bare eye. In conclusion, we find a very familiar design, which has been improved to feel better in the hand and be much more premium. One negative point that we have found in this design is that, in addition to being attract traces, the Xiaomi Mi6 attracts the dust that gives unpleasant feel. So far we have talked about a mobile that is very good in practically everything we have seen, but there is nothing that stands out greatly. Until now. From the beginning, Xiaomi Mi6 has behaved perfectly, making photos not at all daunting. Xiaomi copying the same idea When Apple introduced double camera in the iPhone 7 Plus. In this way, this year, Xiaomi has made a great leap in quality in this high range and has included a double camera with two high quality sensors Sony IMX386 12 megapixels designed for conventional and portrait photography. The main one consists of Sony IMX386 sensor with aperture f1.8, pixels of 1.25μm and equivalent focal length of 27mm. In this camera there are also 4 Axis OIS. As for the second camera, its focal length is 56 mm, with f2.6 and smaller pixels: 1.00 μm. This makes it perfect for portraits although for that we will need a suitable light. But not all photographs are of this type, for which we have another sensor of 12 Mpx and f / 1.8 equivalent to 56 mm. This is the one that we will use in most occasions and that will give us some spectacular results. On the one hand, with regard to daytime photos, both brightly and with little, the Xiaomi Mi6 does wonders. The saturation is perfect and the sharpness it gets is impressive. Definitely, the photos that makes the Xiaomi Mi6 by day are to take them very much into account. As for the front camera, the selfies have pretty good quality and the flash it creates with blanking the screen just when taking the photo, help us a lot in dark environments, although group selfies would not be so useful. Instead, as the night approaches, we begin to see that the Xiaomi Mi6 does not respond well to dark environments. In this way, both pulling HDR and night mode, in addition to not having good sharpness, shows us much noise in the dark. Definitely, the Xiaomi Mi6 is a smartphone to take into account in the field of photography, because, although in dark environments does not work well, most photos, we perform during the day. The great strength of the Xiaomi Mi6 beyond design, and where I think it has also reached a maturity and sweet level I would say it is the camera. After several models in which it was not known what Xiaomi wanted with his camera, this Mi6 goes safely and replicates the double camera of the iPhone 7 Plus that includes the optical increases 2X zoom. And how is that technical datasheet translated into reality? Very well. I have no doubt that it is the Xiaomi phone that best camera offers and we can already say that it would enter the current top5 in quite a few situations. The Xiaomi Mi6 maintains the good photographic level with favorable light conditions that we had verified in previous generations. Xiaomi Mi6 has a greater capacity in total, 3345 mAh than in the previous high range of the same family. That figure excites me the most powerful processor that has created the largest mobile chip maker, Qualcomm. The Snapdragon 835 is a real beast and any application runs extremely smoothly. I think I still had a Nokia with Symbian. The standard data of PCWork shows us an interesting figure: about 9 hours. Very strong point is its battery. The 3350 mAh you have, allow us to enjoy, however much we do, 1 day and a half, and if we use little, up to 2 days and a half. With respect to the hours of screen, our average has been between the 6 and 7 hours of screen, taking into account the intermediate nights. I have noticed that in standby mode with the active screen the Xiaomi manages the consumption well. One of its strengths that MIUI 8 gives us to improve autonomy curiously with the checking what consumes more energy or "killing" ineffective background processes. The GPU and RAM, 6 GB, are attach to the processor power. A shame that we cannot get more out of the split screen, something that MIUI 8 lacks. The internal memory is 64 GB although there are models that have 128 GB if necessary. In my personal use I have several tens of GB free so I will be enough for a few years. Not forever, of course, but I do not think that in at least two or three generations this cell phone would be short on this particular aspect. Two other shortcomings more striking are the microSD, which with 64 GB again I do not find something key, and the 3.5 mm jack headphones, which I solved simply by connecting the adapter that comes in the box to my only headphones With cable. The other two, which I use for bluetooth, works the same way as in all other models. In connectivity, the Xiaomi Mi6 is fast and complete except for the non-compatibility with the 800 MHz band and the absence of FM radio, in case you were looking for it. The calls are heard quite well and we had no problems using LTE. The reality is that as far as user experience, the Xiaomi Mi6 has been the best smartphone we have tested in a long time. Although very, few weaknesses of this smartphone, as of now, only come positive points. As for performance, we have the best combination of hardware that exists in the Android market today, so we will have no problem. Specifically, the Snapdragon 835 allows us to scroll through any application without absolutely no loading time and impressive fluidity. Also, the 6 GB of RAM, although they look like 4 at the time of use. That allow us to leave many applications open at the same time and navigate through them. A final note about the speakers is that it combines the sound between the speaker of the calls and the principal to achieve a really good sound. When brands take a high risk, they have a lot of chances of losing. Sometimes that is not an option. The Xiaomi Mi 6 is undoubtedly the best mobile phone that has made the company of Lei Jun. Although it is possible that throughout the year 2017 launches new models more powerful or more striking this will remain a highly recommended device. In this way, although we have a change with respect to the camera, the technological advance has not been as great as we expect. Even so, if the Xiaomi Mi5 has been so successful, why not renew with a much more powerful model but does not differ too much. The user experience has undoubtedly been one of the best we have had, and that, considering that we have MIUI and that sometimes it is made uphill in terms of configuration. Where else we have enjoyed has been taking pictures-of-day and navigating through the apps with absolutely no lag. In our opinion, the Xiaomi Mi6 is very close to a 10 as far as general refers, taking into account, that we can find it in any online store for a price that is around 380 euros. In short, Xiaomi is one-step closer to achieving the throne of Android with the Mi6. But, considering its A powerful mobile. Screen-controlled. High quality construction. Good design. Excellent camera. price, few terminals offer so much. Lovers of powerful smartphones will not be disappointed. However, Mi6 may be too much for those who settle for using social networking, surfing the Internet, and making the right photos to share with friends. For the latter the Mi6 is also good news. Because its appearance has caused the prices of its predecessors have fallen considerably. The Mi5 for less than 200 euros and the Mi5s for about 270 euros now offer better value for money.

Cuts, calamity and councils Submitted by AWL on 5 December, 2018 - 12:48 Peter Kenway is director of the New Policy Institute, and author of much research on local government. He talked with Martin Thomas. Philip Alston's recent report on "social calamity" in the UK focused on cuts in benefits. There have also been huge cuts in local government. What is their impact? Local government delivers about 200 distinct services. The best-known is social care for adults and children, which takes over a third of the money. There's the bins, and an increasingly residual role in education. And then a bunch of mundane but essential stuff: school crossing patrols, maintaining roads and parks, youth services, environmental health, trading standards, building controls... Since 2010, spending on social care has gone up, driven by statutory requirements, but councils have cut down everywhere they could. In education, the government has centralised control. The rest, the vast majority of local government functions, which you could call "neighbourhood services", about a quarter of total local government spending, has been cut by 25% in real terms overall. But you can find local authorities in prosperous areas of (e.g.) Berkshire and Surrey which have increased those services. Metropolitan authorities outside London and some unitary authorities have suffered most. The government has very largely reduced the grants that once sought to equalise resources, so some places have lost the provision they had eight or nine years ago. The Financial Times today (3 December) reports on East Sussex council as having cut all bus subsidies, scrapped school bus services, reduced support for the elderly, disabled, and families; it now plans to close most of its remaining libraries... That's typical of the country councils who have found themselves in difficulties.. The noisiest complaints to central government have come from Conservative county councils. The Institute for Fiscal Studies has recently done a report about the government's proposal that local authorities retain 100% of extra business rate income from their areas (existing business rate income is redistributed), saying that it will lead to divergences in funding without promoting growth. Overall, risk has been shifted downwards. The centre no longer takes backstop responsibility. An example is council tax benefit. It used to be 100% for everyone on means-tested benefits. That was brought in by Heseltine and Major as part of the deal to replace the poll tax. Since 2013 it has left to councils to decide how much council tax support to pay to the worst-off. While banks are de¬risked by the taxpayer, in local government the risk has been transferred downwards. If a large workplace in a local authority area closes, the local authority picks up the tab. Before 2013, this wasn't the case. The council administered CTB but in the end the bill was picked up by central government. There is and will be more more area¬by¬area inequality, though there will be ad hoc rescues, as in Surrey and Northamptonshire. Since at least 2011 it's been said again and again that "local government is on the edge". For the most part it has not fallen off. Only a full¬scale financial crash could cause a council to collapse completely. And most of the cuts have been through voluntary redundancy. Councils are losing expertise and resources. They have very little flexibility or opportunity to plan or to think strategically, rather than trying to cope day to day. Capacity and know¬how is being destroyed. We're losing the social¬democratic state. This aspect of it is less visible, because many of the local government services are scarcely visible to the majority. Most people don't notice the worst cuts. In 2010-11, several councils agitated to demand restoration of central government funding. But as the cuts have got worse, that agitation has disappeared. And, despite all its other redistributive measures, Labour's 2017 manifesto said nothing about restoring local government spending. I am very struck by how apolitical local government has become. In my work I can be in a room full of Conservative and Labour council leaders, and it's not always obvious which is which. Three things have led to the quiescence. The public is not kicking off, on the whole. Local government has been very attracted by the idea of "localism" promoted by George Osborne. And London, overall, including its most deprived bits, is in a different place from other metropolitan areas. Scottish and Welsh are now focused on Edinburgh and Cardiff. Whatever political unity there was among Labour councils is much weaker. London has benefited relatively because it's more prosperous, it has increased business rates, and, in areas like Camden anyway, the population has shifted to include a smaller number of older pensioners. And London is more granular than other cities. Rich and poor live very near to each other. The Labour manifesto's lack of interest in local government comes (in part) from the fact that local government has not pushed hard. But in fact historically Labour Party leaders have shown little interest in poverty. Labour Party manifestos over the years have very little mention of poverty until 2001. "Poverty" is on the whole not a term working-class people use to describe themselves. It is more used by upper-class people concerned about what they see as social issues. I remember people in Glasgow saying to me: "This is normal for us. We don't call it poverty". Since poverty is an inherently relative concept (it being about not inability to maintain at least a minimum socially acceptable standard of living), there is no answer to that. Poverty is not the same as low pay. Pay rates feed into it, but also working hours, how many people in a household work, child care, and so on. People who are short of money are also often short of time. "Poverty" opens up a different world from just pay rates. It raises questions of public services, access, and affordability. Marrying the issues is a challenge. Labour leadership resolutions: no support for any candidates AWL conference debated three resolutions on the Labour leadership contests. The texts of... Other motions not passed - AWL conference 2019 Motions on left antisemitism, the Hijab in schools, and social security and Labour's... The Board of Deputies' proposals are not the way to fight antisemitism The Board of Deputies of British Jews has demanded the Labour Party adopt ten proposals to... Après le déluge - where does Labour go now? The last election should have been the Climate Election. What happens in the next decade... Thoughts on Clive Lewis' 10 January campaign event A report from Clive Lewis' 10 January event for his Labour leadership campaign. Anti-cuts, public services Benefits Local Councils Poverty and inequalitySolidarity 488, 5 December 2018Labour Party

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Starting with the four basic elements air, earth, fire and water, you can mix items and create just about anything in the puzzle game little alchemy 2 by Jakub Koziol. Little Alchemy is amazing! Can't wait to play 2! Nice game. Very reminiscent of Doodle God. And similar to Doodle God, I've figured out cities and gunpowder before I figured out any kind of life higher than "primordial soup" This is just a copy of Doodle God, but with different recipes. how do I make life???? You make life with electricity and primordial soup. A trick if you're stuck for a recipe is to use the hints url and swap the item with the one u r searching for. Happened again with sandstone. Instead of giving the new item animation, it simply disappears after a second. But when I put the elements together again its icon just hovers over them like it recognizes that I made it, it's just not on the right. Am I doing something wrong? I have day, night, etc... but my city has disappeared. Probably has something to do with me not properly merging the version I left open in a window at home and the progress I made at work today. To get people, you can also use time (which you get by playing for an hour) and primordial soup. To get various life forms, try starting with primordial soup and volcano, and work out from there! Emily and Michael, they are final items, so they disappear from the right and can't be used to splice anything new. They are listed in your encyclopedia if you need to look them up. It's all good now. I went back to work and saved the local profile from that browser to the cloud, and then loaded here at home. I got everything back, including the city. Yay! I disagree this is just a copy of Doodle God. It has way more items and waay more charm. Ohh, should've realized that. Thanks. My final item...the key to life, the universe, and everything: Banana Bread. (Apparently, I was slow in my "food groups"). An indication of final elements is definitely nice, but so far from other features necessary for the comfortable playing this game - indication of elements that do not react with neither of your current unlocked elements and list of elements with which you haven't yet tried to combine selected item. After numerous other entries in this genre before, and equally big amount of suggestions of this kind, I don't see any logical reason not to include theese abilities other than frustrate players. It took me over a week to finish playing--and I found myself playing every spare moment I had! Horribly addictive! One thing that I wish I'd realized earlier is that you can make a copy of an ingredient by double clicking. That would have saved massive scrolling time! I think the interface is much better than LA1--which, after playing LA2, I find unplayable by comparison. One thing I found frustrating, though, was that often I'd see that an item had, say, four combinations left, but after finding five or six, the item still wasn't "depleted." Also, I found every combination, but Plant and Flower won't deplete and clear off. If I could have added just one feature, it would have been the option of listing items in the order I discovered them, not just alphabetically. I was brute-force searching for all of the combinations, and the most efficient way to do that is to try a new item in combination with every item before it in order of discovery. I kept a paper version of that order of discovery, which helped a lot. Overall, the game is a little buggy but still addictive. Agree, and same here ... I'm, so disappointed that I couldn't get rid of the Plant and Flower at the end. My final item was "Love". That in itself is a little annoying since I had doubled up human enough times to populate a small town prior. I have 660 items, still missing just one!!! So frustrating. I also have many items that I have combined every which way and they still won't disappear. Can't stop!! They've upgraded the game with 700 items now. Best of all, it's now possible to finish the game.

Though the days of Internet Explorer are finally behind us, a lot of users have different tastes in web browsers. Personally, I use both Google Chrome and Firefox, and just about anyone who uses a Google Chromebook is going to use the Chrome browser. Like Firefox, it's loaded with tons of free plugins and extensions to supercharge your web browsing experience. But it's not perfect. Anyone who has ever had their computer die on them knows firsthand how painful it can be losing all of your bookmarks. There's simply so much data on the Internet that we can't hope to remember each and every site, and starting from scratch is a painful ordeal. The good new is that you can easily backup your Google Chrome bookmarks, which is good for two reasons. Firstly, you'll never have to start over from square one again, even if your hard drive fails or the file system becomes corrupted. Anyone using a Windows operating system should take extra care backing up their bookmarks, because Windows is notorious for crashing. Secondly, it allows you to easily export your bookmarks from one computer to another device, thereby saving you an immense amount of time and hassle. Though the process of exporting and importing bookmarks from web browsers varies among different browser types, note that the HTML format is the "universal format" that works between different browsers. For instance, if you want to export bookmarks from Firefox, IE, Safari, or another browser, make sure those bookmarks are in the HTML format before importing them into Google Chrome. Furthermore, you must take interface considerations into account. It's quite possible that you used one of a multitude of toolbar extensions in the browser you exported your bookmarks from. If you don't see the toolbar after importing bookmarks, relax, it's not a big problem. You may have to install a fresh bookmarks toolbar in Chrome and manually reposition your folders and bookmark icons, but at the very least, all of your saved links will remain. If you're an unfortunate soul who has recently experienced a failed hard drive, your bookmarks may be lost forever unless you have HDD recovery software. To safeguard yourself against lost bookmark data, it's highly advisable to backup your bookmarks using cloud storage software. That way, not only will your data be protected against a failed drive, but you can also easily port and sync your bookmarks to an unlimited number of devices. The alternative is visiting and bookmarking each site individually, which, in my honest opinion, is a waste of time and a pain in the neck.

A blood clot is a clump of blood that has changed from a liquid to a gel-like or semisolid state. Clotting is a necessary process that can prevent you from losing too much blood in certain instances, such as when you're injured or cut. When a clot forms inside one of your veins, it won't always dissolve on its own. This can be a very dangerous and even life-threatening situation. An immobile blood clot generally won't harm you, but there's a chance that it could move and become dangerous. If a blood clot breaks free and travels through your veins to your heart and lungs, it can get stuck and prevent blood flow. This is a medical emergency. You should call your doctor immediately if you think you might have a blood clot. A healthcare professional will be able to look at your symptoms and medical history and let you know what steps to take from there. Your circulatory system is made up of vessels called veins and arteries, which transport blood throughout your body. Blood clots can form in veins or arteries. When a blood clot occurs in an artery, it's called an arterial clot. This type of clot causes symptoms immediately and requires emergency treatment. The symptoms of an arterial clot include severe pain, paralysis of parts of the body, or both. It can lead to a heart attack or stroke. A blood clot that occurs in a vein is called a venous clot. These types of clots may build up more slowly over time, but they can still be life-threatening. The most serious type of venous clot is called deep vein thrombosis. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is the name for when a clot forms in one of the major veins deep inside your body. It's most common for this to happen in one of your legs, but it can also happen in your arms, pelvis, lungs, or even your brain. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that DVT, together with pulmonary embolism (a type of venous clot affecting the lungs) affects up to 900,000 Americans each year. These types of blood clots kill approximately 100,000 Americans annually. There's no way to know whether you have a blood clot without medical guidance. If you know the most common symptoms and risk factors, you can give yourself the best shot at knowing when to seek an expert option. It's possible to have a blood clot with no obvious symptoms. When symptoms do appear, some of them are the same as the symptoms of other diseases. Here are the early warning signs and symptoms of a blood clot in the leg or arm, heart, abdomen, brain, and lungs. The most common place for a blood clot to occur is in your lower leg, says Akram Alashari, MD, a trauma surgeon and critical care physician at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center. Your symptoms will depend on the size of the clot. That's why you might not have any symptoms, or you might only have minor calf swelling without a lot of pain. If the clot is large, your entire leg could become swollen with extensive pain. It's not common to have blood clots in both legs or arms at the same time. Your chances of having a blood clot increase if your symptoms are isolated to one leg or one arm. A blood clot in the heart causes a heart attack. The heart is a less common location for a blood clot, but it can still happen. A blood clot in the heart could cause your chest to hurt or feel heavy. Lightheadedness and shortness of breath are other potential symptoms. Severe abdominal pain and swelling could be symptoms of a blood clot somewhere in your abdomen. These could also be symptoms of a stomach virus or food poisoning. A blood clot in the brain is also known as a stroke. A blood clot in your brain could cause a sudden and severe headache, along with some other symptoms, including sudden difficulty speaking or seeing. Certain risk factors increase your chances of having a blood clot. A recent hospital stay, especially one that's lengthy or related to a major surgery, increases your risk of a blood clot. Diagnosing a blood clot by symptoms alone is very difficult. According to the CDC, almost 50 percent of people with DVT have no symptoms. That's why it's best to call your doctor if you think that you might have one. Your doctor or other healthcare professional will be able to tell whether there's reason for concern and can send you for more tests to determine the exact cause. In many cases, the first step will be a noninvasive ultrasound. This test will show an image of your veins or arteries, which can help your doctor make a diagnosis.

Yawkey Center for Cancer Care How Patients and Families Built the Yawkey Center Yawkey Center Videos Audio Art Tour New Art Acquisitions and Hidden Treasures Basquet Ball Big Bambu Carmen Imperial Conductor Composer Five Blues Forever (For Old Lady Sally) Glysteri In Between Colors Landscape 30-9 Lapis Waters Le Bouquet Rouge Light Pond and the secret garden Moon Fruit My Neighbor's Garden Open Cube in Color on Color Sow Melon Tectonic Trace #5 Thread Leaf Maple in Winter Vermeer & Vija Celmins Visual Impressions I Wavehill Dogwood Elizabeth DaCosta Ahern Glysteri, 2008 A highly celebrated painter, printmaker, and art instructor, Elizabeth DaCosta Ahern seeks to capture the essence of nature through her use of color and light. She creates an abstracted memory of landscape and spirit of place through her unique technique of "soak staining." Resting her canvases on the ground, she pours layer upon layer of water-based paint until the brilliant colors soak and saturate her untreated canvases. The effect is delicate and unforgettable. Ahern is the honored recipient of numerous grants and awards including the Massachusetts Artist Foundation grant, the Kinnicutt Travel grant and the United States Department of State's American Artist Abroad grant. Ahern received a BA from Boston University and a diploma from The School at the Museum School of Fine Arts, Boston. She continued her studies with Helen Frankenthaler at the Fine Art Institute of Santa Fe College. Ahern's paintings are included in many prestigious corporate and private collections throughout the world including the United States Embassy in Angola. She currently teaches at the DeCordova Museum School, the Worcester Art Museum, and Lesley University. About Glysteri "The painting Glysteri is named after a beautiful, unpopulated beach on the island of Skopelos, Greece. The painting recalls the warmth of the sun, the color of the water, and the remarkable time spent painting on the island. I hope it conveys the warmth and peace I felt that day. — Elizabeth DaCosta Ahern Glysteri can be viewed at the Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center In clinical affiliation with South Shore Hospital, Main Reception – Level 2. Another work by Ahern On view in the Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living on SW1 is Silent Sea, acrylic on canvas.

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Want more world news? Join us on Facebook | Follow us on Twitter South and Central Asia on NBCNews.com Hearts, minds and loyalties in Afghanistan With the U.S. Army trying to win local support while hunting Taliban Next story in South and Central Asia Rodrigo Abd / AP Lt. Will Felder, left, after talking with a villager in the southern province of Helmand, on June 21. The soldiers were on a mission in support of Operation Mountain Thrust, an offensive to root out Taliban militants in southern Afghanistan. From generals to ground-level lieutenants, the U.S. military here has the same plan for success: Extend the reach of the Afghan government. By JASON STRAZIUSO

Safeguarding Black British Culture Is Okay (And Necessary) Words: Yemi Abiade The UK has been a hotbed for music and culture over the last few weeks. Across the TL and IRL, major players from all over the world have landed to bask in a culture that is in the sun right now. It feels like everyone was at London and Birmingham's edition of Wireless Festival earlier this month, with everyone from J. Cole and Lil Baby to Nicki and Cardi showing their love for the nation and its inhabitants by bringing their talents to our shores. This year alone, we've seen mercurial Memphis rapper NLE Choppa send for deposed Prime Minister Boris Johnson on "In The UK", Massachusetts rapper BIA dedicate one of her biggest singles to date, "London", to the UK capital, and Louisville's Jack Harlow try his hand at British slang, moves that speak to the newfound appreciation many across the pond now have for us; feelings that weren't always so vocal. Meanwhile, the likes of Giggs, Stormzy, Dave, Little Simz, Skepta and countless other homegrown talents are taking their music—and by extension, ours—to places unforeseen over a decade ago. It's taken us a long time to get here, to the vanguard of worldwide visibility, acclaim and influence, but the destination is all the more satisfying once you take the journey into account. Those old enough will remember having little to shout about when it came to Black British music in the early 2010s, a time when electropop-rap was all the rage and other more nuanced sounds—from grime to UK funky—were persona non grata in the mainstream arena. So much so that UK rappers were hopping on dated collaborations with US stars to garner attention. No shade here; they did what they had to do, but it did little to help the cause of representing Black Brits authentically. After a few years in the wilderness, the penny would soon drop. The resurgence of grime in 2014-16—and the resultant explosion of the scene into what it is today—would overturn that era and set the tone for what would soon envelope the world. Almost like the flick of a switch, our artists stopped trying to impress outside forces and homed in on that undefeatable quality; their own unique version of themselves, their experiences and their musical zeal. Rather than caping for and presenting themselves as amiable to audiences here and abroad, they followed their hearts artistically and wore their culture with pride. That's why Skepta, clad in an all-black tracksuit in front of visual memorabilia of grime's golden era in the "That's Not Me" music video, screaming "I used to wear Gucci, I put it all in the bin 'cause that's not me" was so significant—it was a rejection of conformity and what artists thought they had to be, an embrace of what Black Brits are, who we are, our confidence, swagger, dialect and refusal to be ignored or anything but ourselves. Here was Black British culture, unadulterated and present—an attitude that could never be stripped away. And though just one aspect of the culture, grime's comeback inspired other voices to shine, offering a foundation for UK drill to thrive, for Afroswing to flourish, for so-called 'alt-rap' to prosper. This change in mindset, and the pride that came with it, can be attributed to where we stand in the here and now, and it's been intoxicating. Suddenly, it has become very cool to be a Brit; Drake became an honorary member of Boy Better Know with the tattoo ink to show for it, as well as offering legendary slots on his 2017 'playlist' More Life to Jorja Smith, Skep and Giggs. Kanye West brought the whole scene out at the 2015 Brit Awards; Kendrick Lamar name-checked Little Simz as one of his favourite MCs; Nigerian superstar Burna Boy cited Sneakbo as a major influence; and Black British culture would be front and centre on one of Netflix's most popular TV shows of late, Top Boy—wins upon wins that speak to the dynamism of a scene that now stands on its own two feet. Fans now had new players to root for, from rappers Stormzy and Dave to actors John Boyega and Daniel Kaluuya, people who walked and talked like them and share their experiences, now exporting our culture everywhere. Helped in no small part by the social media age and the increased visibility of UK names as a result, our way of life has found new interest and investment both at home and away. Black British music and culture is now indelible in the world's fabric. On top of our stars topping the charts on a regular, shutting down festivals and winning prestigious awards, we see our influence as far away as New York, which has repurposed UK drill to bring about a new sonic age for the city, and Brazil, where Brazilian grime (or "Brime") is as healthy and popular as it's ever been as a subculture for the kids of the favelas. Not to mention both drill and grime enveloping nations as far as France, Italy, Japan and Australia. Now that we are very much front and centre, there may feel a need among many to preserve the culture, namely by ensuring it isn't diluted or misrepresented. While we all bear that responsibility, we have a cohort of exports not only protecting the borders but bridging the gap between other cultures, allowing for more communication, collaboration and common ground with people of all creeds. Which is why when Dave and Burna Boy link up on "Location" or Kaluuya takes a leading role in Get Out, it ultimately makes us stronger. We should be protective but also prepared to share a bit of ourselves, through music, film, sport and other verticals, with the good faith that we will be represented to the fullest. As authentic as it has been gratifying, we show no signs of putting our foot on the brakes, because it's taken so long for us to be recognised for our contribution to music and pop culture. We have shaken the monkey off our backs and moved with the purpose of demonstrating who we are, setting vital examples for the young bucks coming through who want to make music, take up a sport, or act; they now see themselves in their heroes, empowered to follow a similar path. This has not only struck a chord with observers here but also with all who have watched on around the globe. So long as we continue to move with pride and purpose, our relevance will always be assured.

A history of IT outsourcing and software offshoring by HR Admin in Blog, Outsourcing 1) A history of IT outsourcing 1.1) No longer a dirty word – a history of IT outsourcing part 1.2) The pioneers 1.3) Legitimisation 1.4) Realignment 1.5) They came from the east 1.6) The millennium bug 1.7) Complacent 1.8) Talent spot 1.9) Technology disrupting an industry 1.10) AI arrives 2) Related posts A history of IT outsourcing The exact date of IT outsourcing's inception is, however, difficult to pin down because the label means many different things to many different people. The industry provides a resource that is constantly changing. In fact, about the only thing you can be certain of in IT outsourcing is that it never stays the same for long. Some would say it was the late 1980s when IT outsourcing as we now know it first arrived. In the US that was when IBM designed, built and managed a datacentre for photography company Eastman Kodak that involved transferring hundreds of Kodak staff to IBM's Integrated Systems Solution Corporation (ISSC) brand. No longer a dirty word – a history of IT outsourcing part John Keppel, president EMEA and Asia, at outsourcing research company ISG, says that IT outsourcing in the UK also came of age in the 1980s, when the Greater London Council outsourced to Hoskyns. "Initially, the prospect of using contractors to perform integral functions caused uproar," Keppel recalls. "Many people didn't understand what it meant and what the cost impact would be for the public purse. Yet by the 1990s, markets were increasingly testing the water, and under the government of John Major, outsourcing stopped being a dirty word and became something businesses saw the value of, and actually wanted to do." But you can go further back and find examples of early versions of IT outsourcing. Mark Lewis, outsourcing lawyer at Berwin Leighton Paisner, says that in the corporate and education worlds, outsourcing was happening way back in the 1960s and 70s, but in the form of time-sharing, service bureaux and facilities management. "These were the forerunners of modern IT outsourcing," he says. IBM was unsurprisingly the pioneer of the modern form of outsourcing after its deal with Kodak in the US got the corporate world's attention. It was the draw of the corporate that led to IBM being joined at the party by a company set up by American businessman Ross Perot in the 1960s. That company was Electronic Data Systems, better known as EDS. Sam Kingston, COO at Ukraine-based IT service provider Ciklum and a former UK head at EDS, says Perot realised his vision by building an independent IT outsourcing supplier, not linked to any hardware manufacturer, providing outsourcing skills as a tool to solve business problems. Legitimisation Kingston says that EDS, and IBM before it, legitimised the adoption of IT outsourcing and got the business world's attention. "These companies drove the outsourcing model onto the global market by pursuing distinctly different business strategies aligned to their respective core capabilities." IBM grew from within while EDS combined organic growth with acquisitions, says Kingston. "EDS should be acknowledged for its role in the rapid industrial segmentation of the technology services sector. However, both EDS and IBM strategies succeeded for a long time. While IBM's outsourcing business is still going strong through its Global Services arm, EDS was acquired by HP in 2008 for $13.9bn and the brand disappeared. Another outsourcing name that disappeared is Andersen Consulting. It was part of accounting firm Arthur Andersen until it split off and became Accenture in 2001. Kingston says Andersen Consulting/Accenture took the outsourcing market to new heights. "And that is where Accenture seems to be today – at the top of the consultancy-operate outsourcing tree." But the Andersen story also marks an important point in the IT outsourcing sector. In 2001 there was an accounting scandal at US energy giant Enron. It emerged that billions of dollars in debt from failed deals and projects had been hidden by means of accounting loopholes and poor financial reporting. Enron shareholders sued for billions of dollars and Arthur Andersen lost its licence to practise as a Certified Public Accountant in the US after being found guilty of criminal charges relating to its auditing of Enron. Kingston says the "red-flag" of Enron launched a new era of service provision compliance processes. Following this, large accountancy companies sold or spun out their consultancy businesses. They came from the east But when it comes to new eras in IT outsourcing, few come bigger than the explosion in business growth experienced by India-based IT services companies. Without realising it, in the 1990s the IT service providers of the Western world opened up a window of opportunity to the IT industry in India, which companies there grabbed with both hands. In the early part of that decade Western IT companies didn't really notice the Indian suppliers because they were focused on mainframe maintenance. Then client/server arrived and the IT giants thought Indian companies could not do it. But they did. The millennium bug Perhaps the biggest opening came with fears around Y2K, when big Western organisations needed people with the right skills to ensure they were not affected by what is also known as the millennium bug. Many feared that the flaws caused by the data storage practice of using only the last two digits of a year to represent the year would wreak havoc with the arrival of the year 2000. Program logic frequently assumes that the year number gets larger, not smaller, so representing 2000 as "00" was expected to lead to crashing systems and IT failures unless the bug was addressed by rewriting code. Corporates needed programming resources to ensure they were not adversely affected. But they didn't want to pay through their noses for programmers, so they looked at the skills available in India where wages were much lower. It gave Indian firms an entry into large Western businesses and they have never looked back since. BG Srinivas, former European head at Indian IT services giant Infosys and currently managing director at Hong Kong-based ICT company PCCW, says the Indian IT firms had a very small presence during the 1990s. Complacent But Western IT companies also let their guard down because they never expected IT services to be done using offshore software development services because of the need for a quick turnaround. However, because Indian companies were in a different time zone, Western businesses could work around the clock. The arrival of the internet also reduced transaction costs; before the internet, only the big players had dedicated pipelines. It was probably about 2004 when big Western suppliers started worrying about competition from India. Talent spot Srinivas says what the Y2K projects did was to kickstart an acceptance that talent existed outside the US and was of good quality, and that work could be carried out remotely. He says between 2000 and 2005, almost all the top Indian technology firms, at that time – Infosys, Wipro, Tata Consultancy Services and Satyam – scaled up their operations and service lines, hired more people and increased investment in training. Today it is almost eccentric if a big business outsources certain IT services to an onshore location or keeps it in-house such is the maturity of offshore IT services, which were pioneered in India. Today, businesses can receive services from all corners of the world, all with different advantages. Technology disrupting an industry But the evolutionary nature of the IT outsourcing industry and the technology it supports was always going to force the offshore model to change. Today IT outsourcing is undergoing another transformation driven by technology advance. There are new technologies today that are forcing the industry to reshape. Cloud computing and automation through artificial intelligence are two powerful examples. AI arrives While cloud might be the biggest technology disruption in IT outsourcing, it might prove small beer compared with the changes happening now and what could happen in the future with automation and artificial intelligence. Software robots are being programmed to perform business processes, but artificial intelligence has already gone a step further and is offering business cognitive platforms that can complete a wide range of tasks and even learn as they go along. So if you go back to the basic objective of outsourcing – getting your work done by a third party – IT outsourcing will always be a huge industry. But the way the industry works will continue to be transformed to meet new technological, economic and political challenges. Source: https://www.computerweekly.com/ Microsoft plans to replace Skype for Business with Teams A Dedicated Development Team - Your Ultimate Weapon MICROSOFT TELLS SOME MAC OFFICE USERS TO PASS ON APPLE'S HIGH SIERRA Recruiting front end developers, jobs in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam MobileIron adds Apple security along with support for iOS 11 What Are Dapps? Why Should Businesses Care About Dapps Development Outsourcing? Is Flutter the better choice? Or is it React Native? What is Web 3? And its evolution? Top Offshore Development Risks Top 10 AI and Machine Learning Trends for 2022 for your business Outstanding Posts Java Development Advantages in a 5-min read Software Outsourcing Development Trends in 2022 Quality Assurance Outsourcing Practice And The Take-home Messages Top 5 .NET Development Trends in 2022 Quality Assurance Outsourcing Benefits at Your Disposal A Dedicated Development Team – Your Ultimate Weapon Computer Science is not Software Engineering Offshore software development methodology – A success is on the horizon Load More (14/79)

Q: preserve the data while dropping a hive internal table I have loaded a huge table from SQL Server onto Hive. The mistake I made is I created the table as a Internal table in HIVE. Can anyone suggest any hack so that I can alter the table structure , without dropping the data. The data is huge and I cant afford to export the data out of source again. The problem right now, is that since the column orders don't match the SQL server table, a lot of columns display NULL. Any help will be highly appreciated. A: I do not see any problem to use an Alter Table on a internal table. (https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/Hive/LanguageManual+DDL#LanguageManualDDL-AlterTable/Partition/Column) Another - but not recommended - option would be to open your hive metastore(HCatalog) and apply the changes there. Hive reads out the schema information from a relational database (configured during the Hadoop setup, default is MySQL). In this MySQL you can try to change some settings. However, this is not recommended as with a mistake, you can screw your whole Hive databases. The safest way is creating a new table and using the existing as a source create table new_table as select [...] from existing_table

#region Copyright // DotNetNuke® - https://www.dnnsoftware.com // Copyright (c) 2002-2018 // by DotNetNuke Corporation // // Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated // documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation // the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and // to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions: // // The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions // of the Software. // // THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED // TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL // THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF // CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER // DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE. #endregion using System.Collections.Generic; using System.Linq; using Dnn.PersonaBar.Library.Controllers; using Dnn.PersonaBar.Library.Model; using Dnn.PersonaBar.Library.Permissions; using Dnn.PersonaBar.Pages.Components.Security; using DotNetNuke.Application; using DotNetNuke.Entities.Portals; namespace Dnn.PersonaBar.Pages.MenuControllers { public class PagesMenuController : IMenuItemController { private readonly ISecurityService _securityService; public PagesMenuController() { _securityService = SecurityService.Instance; } public void UpdateParameters(MenuItem menuItem) { } public bool Visible(MenuItem menuItem) { return _securityService.IsVisible(menuItem); } public IDictionary<string, object> GetSettings(MenuItem menuItem) { var settings = new Dictionary<string, object> { {"canSeePagesList", _securityService.CanViewPageList(menuItem.MenuId)}, {"portalName", PortalSettings.Current.PortalName}, {"currentPagePermissions", _securityService.GetCurrentPagePermissions()}, {"currentPageName", PortalSettings.Current?.ActiveTab?.TabName}, {"productSKU", DotNetNukeContext.Current.Application.SKU}, {"isAdmin", _securityService.IsPageAdminUser()}, {"currentParentHasChildren", PortalSettings.Current?.ActiveTab?.HasChildren}, {"isAdminHostSystemPage", _securityService.IsAdminHostSystemPage() } }; return settings; } } }

Once upon a time there was a girl. All her friends and family thought she was a very good girl. She did her chores, obeyed her teachers, was nice to her friends, and kept out of trouble. The Rules were a set of laws designed to keep everybody happy. They were good rules, like Never raise your voice in anger and Don't talk too much and Always say please and thank-you. The girl lived her life every day being ever so careful to learn and follow these rules. She kept quiet instead of chattering her thoughts so she wouldn't say the wrong thing. She sat in the front row at school so that she wouldn't miss anything the teacher said. She even did all her homework when she'd rather have been doing anything but homework. And everyone loved this very good girl. But sometimes in the night when everyone was sleeping, this good girl had nightmares about all the things nobody knew about. Like the black and white t.v. her parents had proudly displayed in the living room, her mind filled with pictures of deeds done wrong. Shameful things. Things that broke The Rules. No one knew about these great misdeeds. The girl had learned to pretend very, very well. She knew how to lie and to steal and to cheat on her homework. No one knew about the flashlight she hid so that she could burrow under the covers to finish her Nancy Drew book. Or about the awful words that often bubbled right up to her tongue, flooding her mind with dirty debris. Nobody knew how much she hated Mrs. Moran, her math teacher who'd humiliated her in front of everybody, and Mary Cunningham, who'd made fun of her at lunchtime, and that horrible boy down the hall who'd called her a gorilla because she was so very awfully hairy. And as the girl grew, her misdeeds grew with her. Darker things. Meaner thoughts. Uglier words. And because the Rules at home with her family were different than the Rules at school with her friends, it got harder and harder to obey all the Rules. But she tried, she really did. She turned over new leaves, she threw Bad Things away, and she promised herself never ever to lie again. But it didn't work. And the nightmares got worse. And the good little girl knew that she was very, very bad. But everybody she knew was bad just like her. Her friends stole, her brother partied, her mom spewed the bad words, and even her dad got mad sometimes. The good girl gone bad was surrounded by bad. Then one day she heard a story about a Man who could make bad people good. She didn't believe it at first. After all, none of those other things had worked. The bad seemed stuck. No matter how she tried, all that darkness deep inside wouldn't stay down. Like the dirty goldfish pond at Grandpa's farm, there was just too much mud for the water to ever clear. She was doomed to be bad. But she kept coming back to the Man, tiptoeing around the edges of the story, trying to get a glimpse of Him. Wondering why He'd want anything to do with a girl like her. Days passed, weeks, months, until the day came when the Man-who-could-make-people-good invited the good-girl-gone-bad to come close. And when she did, He held out His hands to show her something really, really awful while He told her something really, really beautiful. The something awful was the scars. Ugly, oozing holes right through his hands. Everything in the girl wanted to turn away from those repulsive scars, yet something held her there, transfixed by this Good Man holding bad in His hands. That's when He told her the something beautiful. The scars, He said, were for you. All the bad you have ever done, all the bad you will ever do, all the bad you have become, is covered by those scars. Not hidden, not ignored, not pretended away, but covered by a love that changes everything. And what's more, I will use these scared hands of mine to make you new. To change the way you are. To throw the past away. To hold you close so that you never have to hide again. And she became someone new and the goodness grew and spread and the nightmares stopped and everyone loved her and she was very, very happy. Until one day many, years later when someone she loved did something very, very mean to hurt the girl. And the blackness she'd thought gone surged up again. And she got mad. Over and over she went to the Man-who-could-make-someone-good and begged Him to make the mean one stop being bad to her. And all He did was nothing. The mean one kept being mean and the good girl kept getting mad and no one was happy. Then one day she read in the Man's book of stories about a king in a kingdom who caught one of his favored ones doing bad. A man he'd trusted. A man he'd been good to. And instead of being mad at the man, the king felt compassion for him and released him and forgave him the bad. And the forgiven man was happy. Very happy. But then someone did something bad to the man-set-free and he got mad. So he grabbed the mean man by the throat and started to choke him and threaten him and demand that he be put in prison like he deserved. And the story made the girl sad, for she knew she was like the set-free-man wanting to choke the badness out of the one who'd been mean to her. Wanting to strike back. Demanding the mean one away. And she turned to see the king staring right into her eyes- right into the heart of the girl-who'd-been-made-good. And she saw tears flowing down His heart. The girl-with-the-bad-heart-made-good demanding the mean one away. I see His tears. I know His mercy for a bad one and I know that now it's my turn.

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Bachelorette Sends Syracuse Alum Home During Tearful Goodbye On a special Monday-night episode this week, Syracuse alumni Riley Christian said goodbye to Tayshia as his journey on the show came to an end. One of the Men Vying For The Bachelorette's Heart is an SU Alum Clare Crawley's season of The Bachelorette may have been put on hold for months amidst the pandemic, but it's now in full swing as the men vie for her heart. Granger Smith's Brother, Tyler Smith, Joins 'Bachelorette' Cast Granger Smith's brother, Tyler, will be joining a total of 32 other men as they try to win Clare Crawley's heart. Adison Haager The Bachelor Searching for New York Singles Are you single, already swooning over one (or all) of the guys on this season of the Bachelorette, and willing to be one of 25+ women vying for The Bachelor's heart on national television? 'The Bachelorette' Filmed In Buffalo Get ready to fall in love with Buffalo on 'The Bachelorette.' The show brought camera crews to New York's wing city for one special date. Luke Bryan to Perform on 'Bachelorette' Following on the heels of Gloriana's recent performance on 'The Bachelorette,' Luke Bryan will now head to the hit show, set to air Monday, May 28 at 8PM ET on ABC. Dolly Parton is also set to appear on the show next week. Alanna Conaway Dolly Parton to Appear on 'The Bachelorette' Next Week Country music stars are taking 'The Bachelorette' by storm! On this week's episode of the show, Dolly Parton lends her theme park, Dollywood, to the bachelorette and her date. The country star even makes an appearance in the episode, which will also include Luke… Megan Pacella Gloriana to Appear in Season 8 of 'The Bachelorette' Season 8 of 'The Bachelorette' will premiere on ABC Monday, May 14. And while that's still a couple months away, the filming for the dating show is already well underway. In addition to new bachelorette Emily Maynard, the country group Gloriana will also be… Brittany Joy Cooper Emily Maynard Will Try To Find Love Again on 'The Bachelorette' Emily Maynard is returning to reality television once more to see if she can find love. Show sources confirmed to People magazine that the chosen fiancé from Brad Womack's season of 'The Bachelor' will be the one to do the choosing in the next season of &… Kathy Landin

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<?php namespace BehatViewer\BehatViewerWorkerBundle\Builder; use Symfony\Component\DependencyInjection\ContainerAware, BehatViewer\BehatViewerCoreBundle\Entity, Symfony\Component\Console\Output\OutputInterface ; abstract class Builder extends ContainerAware implements BuilderInterface { /** * @return int */ public function build(Entity\Strategy $strategy, OutputInterface $output) { if (false === $this->supports($strategy)) { throw new \RuntimeException( sprintf( 'Strategy %s is not supported by builder %s', get_class($strategy), __CLASS__ ) ); } $output->writeln( sprintf( '<info>Starting builder</info> <comment>%s</comment>', get_class($this) ) ); return 0; } /** * @return bool */ abstract protected function supports(Entity\Strategy $strategy); }

Built Environment | News > Commonagenda > Trending News Built Environment | Shared Resources. Amazon, data center turn hot idea into cool technology. New California Laws are a Needed Paradigm Shift for Energy Efficiency. Why real estate needs Tesla-style buildings, used 'Uber-style' While the financial industry is still reeling from recent stock market gyrations, it is tempting to forget about long-term issues, such as extreme weather events, the rising sea levels and demographic change. It's short-termism versus long-term thinking in its purest form. Universities See Existing Buildings in New Light for Energy Efficiency Savings. High performance real estate is more common and its value is finally understood, but many people still believe that all of these efficient green buildings are new, shiny developments. Yes – it's typical to apply the latest sustainability strategies and technologies to new construction, but it's just as typical to retrofit and renovate existing buildings with new sustainable and efficient features and technologies. We mentioned in an earlier blog post that nearly three million more people will be enrolled in American colleges and universities in 2022 than were enrolled in 2011 – a 14% increase – and there's a parallel spike in the need for space to host the influx. But universities are often cash-strapped, and with land use restrictions to boot, building new sustainable buildings is rarely an option. How can an aging building be transformed into an energy efficient, purposeful building without the hefty investment involved in new construction? Housing Innovation Awards. Seattle Is Not Being Changed by Amazon but by Financial Institutions. Amazon's new headquarters in downtown Seattle. Charles Mudede Much of the blame—maybe too much—on the rising costs of living in Seattle has been placed on Amazon and tech workers. And the EV revolution will be led by ... Volvo? Aircraft may be lessening their carbon footprint, but what about airports? Today's passenger aircraft are becoming ever more efficient, driven by regulations like the EU's emissions trading scheme and airlines looking to squeeze profit out of every drop of fuel saved. Yet on the ground, airports operate in a different class. New findings from a European Union-funded research project show that commercial airports use as much energy as a small city, and up to one-fifth of that may be wasted. Aircraft operating within the EU, along with energy and industrial sectors, fall under the Emissions Trading System that aims to cut emissions. Are India's clean energy investments slowing the march of coal? Chinese investment in the Indian renewable energy sector has skyrocketed recently, and construction equipment manufacturer Sany Group is the latest to join the push. The company announced last week that it will direct $3 billion toward the development of at least two gigawatts of renewable energy capacity in India, largely in the states of Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. That's a lot of cash and a lot of capacity, and announcements like these check a solid handful of other sustainable development boxes: expansion of renewables, money flowing between developing countries, private sector partnerships — chalk it up to a win for the climate. Right? Stories of clean energy investment tend to be good news for environmentalists, but in this case, there's the danger of missing the forest for the banyan trees. The key here is understanding the difference between climate action and pure economic development motives. Peduto, other leaders join in Resilience Pledge bringing $5 million in suppor... PITTSBURGH, PA –Mayor William Peduto is committing at least 10% of the city's operating and capital budget spending to flood control, street and facility improvements, and other projects that will improve the City's resilience against challenges it will face in future years. Signing the pledge will secure $5 million in technical and financial resources for Pittsburgh over the next five years from The Rockefeller Foundation/100 Resilient Cities, which held a resilience summit with Mayor Peduto and other leaders from around the world this week. The funding will be in addition to the funding Rockefeller has already committed to Pittsburgh as one of the 67 cities chosen so far for membership in the the 100 Resilient Cities Initiative. Pittsburgh earned membership the Resilient Cities Network in December 2014. The Planned Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon Power Plant Is a Really Big Deal. Just outside the Welsh city of Swansea, the U.K. is planning one of the most innovative power plants ever constructed. It's not the plant's size that is striking, though it could ultimately provide power to 155,000 homes for 120 years. It's the source of its power that breaks ground: tides channeled into an artificially constructed lagoon. Granted full planning permission this June, the Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon will be the world's first ever plant to generate electricity using this method. 'Rebuild by Design' Joins 100RC to Bring Collaborative Research & Design-driven Approaches to Cities. 09.30.15 | By 100RC Facebook Twitter NEW YORK (September 30) – Rebuild by Design, the international design competition tasked with developing innovative plans to protect New York from another Superstorm Sandy, will now join 100 Resilient Cities (100RC), an organization pioneered by The Rockefeller Foundation, to help export the cutting edge program to cities in the 100RC network around the globe. Urban policy: could the federal government finally 'get' cities? The appointment of a federal minister for cities and the built environment is a signal moment in urban policy in Australia. It is a much-needed portfolio for an overwhelmingly urban nation but will need new policy capacity if the government's urban goals are to be realised. Australian cities are among the fastest-growing in the developed world. They face problems of poor housing affordability, growing inequality, inadequate and inefficient infrastructure, unsustainable environmental demand and uneven employment distribution and productivity. Long neglected federally, urban affairs is the gaping void in 21st-century public policy. Nation's water challenges are many, but so are the solutions. This Friday, Sept. 4, 2015 photo shows construction of the Carlsbad, Calif., desalination plant between Interstate 5 and the Pacific Ocean. Climate change and drought have stretched water supplies from coast to coast. The vast majority of 50 state water officials surveyed by the federal government expect shortages to affect them over the next 10 years. Volkswagen's appalling clean diesel scandal, explained. It sounds like the sinister plot of some straight-to-DVD movie. Since 2009, Volkswagen had been installing elaborate software in 482,000 "clean diesel" vehicles sold in the US, so that the cars' pollution controls only worked when being tested for emissions. The rest of the time, the vehicles could freely spew hazardous, smog-forming compounds. Suffice to say, regulators were livid once they caught on. Last Friday, the Environmental Protection Agency announced that Volkswagen had very flagrantly violated the Clean Air Act. Skip the Car Charger: Roads With a Jolt of Electricity Are Coming to the U.K. Sure, ditching a gas guzzler in favor of an ultra-low-emission, electricity-powered vehicle is better for the environment. But what happens if you're on a road trip, your electric car's battery runs out of juice, and—horror—there's no outlet around to plug in for a recharge? Eliminating the possibility of that nightmare scenario is at the heart of an effort announced late last week by government officials across the pond. Highways England, the agency responsible for operating and maintaining major roads, said it plans to conduct an 18-month trial of highways that will wirelessly charge vehicles as they travel along them. It Takes a Shipping Container to Feed a Campus. Students advocating for local, sustainably grown food to be served on campus may soon have a surprising new tool to leverage—one more commonly found at industrial sites than on verdant farms. That is, they will if a pilot project at the State University of New York at Stony Brook to grow hydroponic lettuce in a upcycled shipping container proves successful. The "Leafy Green Machine," as the farm is called, was installed on the campus in late August. Now that students are back for the fall session at the school, located about an hour east of New York City, they're getting the farm up and running. King County becomes largest government in U.S. to use new energy-tracking system used by Microsoft. Story Executive Dow Constantine announced a two-year pilot project that will make King County the largest government in the United States to use a new energy tracking system that Microsoft uses to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. The energy tracking software will be installed at five King County buildings and will provide maintenance staff with real-time analytics that help them operate the facilities more efficiency, identify HVAC problems faster, and better prioritize maintenance work. Employees can spend less time identifying the cause of a heating or air-conditioning problem and more time fixing it. "My commitment to creating the best-run government in the United States includes taking advantage of emerging technology that makes our operations more efficient," said Executive Constantine. "This innovative partnership will reduce our energy consumption, our electricity bills, and our carbon emissions, all at no cost to local taxpayers." King County's renewable energy goals. Chelan & Okanogan Complex Fires Fly Through 8-20-2015 @ 3:30AM. Google's making it easy for you to get solar panels onto your roof. Adding solar panels to your roof can be frustrating, since it's often difficult to know if your home receives enough light to justify the investment. Vertical #farming coming soon to an #urban area near you with the promise #organic produce using 95% less water. This facility will grow 22 crops per year with the help of LED lighting and a controlled environment. 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Tuesday, 07 July, 2015 13:31Last Updated on Tuesday, 07 July, 2015 13:32Written by Stewardship Partners On June 8th, 2015, Vulcan Inc. announced its Commitment to Action with the Clinton Foundation's Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) for urban watershed protection and restoration through sustainable development practices that align with Salmon-Safe environmental certification. The public announcement occurred in early June at the CGI America 2015 conference in Denver, Colo., which brings together various leaders from across industries for a think-tank style multi-day engagement focused on developing solutions for economic growth. Enduring Summer's Deep Freeze. The Earthquake That Will Devastate Seattle. Going Green and Conserving Cash. Obama's $4bn Clean-Energy Initiative: A Big Number Hiding a Bigger Idea. Zero Counties in the U.S. Have Enough Housing for Families in Extreme Poverty. 2030 Districts: Communities Collaborating to Reach Inspirational Goals with Measured Performance. 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Hey, sous-vide fam, and welcome back to another topic-picking session for Will It Sous Vide?, the weekly column where I make whatever you want me to with my immersion circulator. Ice Cream: The weather is warming up, and we've been talking about using the Anova to prep an ice cream base for some time now. Perhaps now is the moment. Root Vegetables: I know a few of you were worried about caramelization, but myrealnameisdj seems to have worked that issue out, and I'd like to give it try myself. Some Sorta Shellfish: Lobster tail? Shrimp? Soft shell crabs? As always, feel free to leave any original sous-vide ideas of your own we haven't covered, and star all of your favorites.

Purushartha (IAST: Puruṣārtha, devanāgarī : पुरुषार्थ) est un terme sanskrit utilisé dans l'hindouisme qui signifie « but de l'existence humaine ». Il y en a quatre selon la tradition, qui peuvent être associés aux quatre stades (ashramas) de la vie d'un brahmane : dharma : le devoir ; artha : la prospérité ; kāma : le plaisir ; moksha : la libération. Notes et références Terme sanskrit Spiritualité hindouiste

SpaceX's Amazing Dragon CRS-17 NASA Cargo Launch (and Landing!) in Photos (Image credit: SpaceX) SpaceX launched its 17th cargo resupply mission (opens in new tab) to the International Space Station on May 6, 2019. The Dragon cargo spacecraft arrived at the station two days later and docked at the Harmony module, where it remained for one month before returning to Earth (opens in new tab) with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean on June 3. The Dragon delivered more than 5,500 lbs. (2,495 kilograms) of supplies and science experiments (opens in new tab) for the six-person crew of Expedition 59, and it returned to Earth with 2,269 lbs. (1,029 kg) of completed science experiments that will head to various labs on Earth for analysis. Here, a long-exposure photo captures the brilliant predawn launch of SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket (left) and the return to Earth of its first-stage booster. Although SpaceX is famous for reusing its rocket boosters and capsules, the company used a brand-new Falcon 9 rocket for this mission. However, it was the second flight of this particular Dragon capsule. A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket streaks into space carrying the Dragon CRS-17 cargo ship to the International Space Station for NASA on May 4, 2019. Full Story: SpaceX Dragon Launches NASA Cargo to Space Station, Aces Predawn Rocket Landing A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches a Dragon cargo ship on the CRS-17 cargo delivery mission for NASA from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida on May 4, 2019. A dazzling view of the nine Merlin engines of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launching a Dragon cargo ship into orbit for NASA's CRS-17 cargo mission to the International Space Station on May 4, 2019. (Image credit: NASA) A SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft approaches the International Space Station's Harmony module as astronauts maneuver the Canadarm2 robotic arm to capture it. The Dragon arrived at the station on May 6, 2019 carrying about 5,500 lbs. (2,495 kilograms) of supplies and science experiments for the Expedition 59 (opens in new tab) crew. Full Story: SpaceX Dragon Delivers NASA Cargo to Space Station (Image credit: NASA TV) An uncrewed SpaceX Dragon cargo ship makes its second trip to the International Space Station for NASA on the CRS-17 mission in this view captured during rendezvous operations on May 6, 2019. (Image credit: NASA TV/SpaceX) A SpaceX Dragon cargo ship begins its second spaceflight as it separates from a Falcon 9 rocket after a successful launch to the International Space Station from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida on May 4, 2019. An infrared view of the first stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket as it returns to Earth for a drone ship landing after launching the Dragon CRS-17 cargo mission to the International Space Station for NASA on May 4, 2019. SpaceX's Falcon 9 booster is seen on the deck of the drone ship Of Course I Still Love You in the Atlantic Ocean, about 12 miles offshore from Florida, after a successful landing following the Dragon CRS-17 cargo mission launch for NASA on May 4, 2019. SpaceX's Dragon capsule departs the International Space Station on June 3, 2019. NASA astronaut Christina Koch, an Expedition 59 flight engineer aboard the station, snapped this photo of Dragon before its departure. Full Story: SpaceX Dragon Returns to Earth After Space Station Cargo Delivery (opens in new tab) (Image credit: David Saint-Jacques/CSA/NASA) SpaceX's Dragon capsule departs the International Space Station on June 3, 2019. Canadian Space Agency astronaut David Saint-Jacques of Expedition 59 captured this view of the spacecraft while the Canadarm2 robotic arm was releasing the vessel into space. Full Story: SpaceX Dragon Returns to Earth After Space Station Cargo Delivery SpaceX's twice-flown Dragon space capsule is retrieved by a SpaceX recovery team after a successful splashdown on June 3, 2019, ending the CRS-17 cargo resupply mission to the International Space Station for NASA. Private Peregrine moon lander completes testing ahead of landmark lunar launch 2 big pieces of space junk nearly collide in orbital 'bad neighborhood' 'Dead Space' returns to haunt your dreams with new next-generation remake Watch an SUV-sized asteroid zoom by Earth in close shave flyby in this time-lapse video Watch NASA test potentially revolutionary 3D-printed rocket engine (video)

Home » Foreign » Former Lesotho PM paid killers $24,000 to murder estranged wife ― Police Posted inForeign Former Lesotho PM paid killers $24,000 to murder estranged wife ― Police Thomas Thabane (L) and wife, Maesaiah (R) Lesotho's former prime minister (PM), Thomas Thabane, and his wife paid assassins a down payment of $24,000 to kill his estranged wife Lipolelo three years ago, according to a police affidavit seen on Wednesday. The details were the latest twist in a scandal that has rocked the southern African state and prompted Thabane to resign last month under pressure over accusations he hampered the investigation. The former Lesotho PM, Thabane and his then wife Lipolelo Thabane, 58, were in the middle of a bitter divorce when she was shot and killed outside her home two days before her husband's 2017 inauguration. Thabane has not yet been charged, but the police said he was involved in the plot to kill Lipolelo using hired killers and his wife Maesaiah is in custody accused of murder. In an affidavit filed on Tuesday but seen by AFP on Wednesday, Lesotho's Deputy Commissioner of Police Paseka Mokete said the former PM, Thabane, and his wife, Maesaiah "wanted the deceased dead so that (Maesaiah) …could assume the position of First Lady". Ex-premier "Thabane physically pointed out the residence of the deceased to his co-accused," Mokete said. Police have said they found Thabane's mobile number in communications records from the crime scene. Thabane has denied involvement in the murder. He married Maesaiah two months after the death of Lipolelo. ALSO READ: Lesotho's murder-charged ex-first lady seeks bail to nurse husband The police commissioner said the couple had promised to pay the killers the equivalent of $179,485, which was to be paid in instalments. "They would be remunerated in cash… and through employment opportunities, should they carry out the murder of the deceased prior to (Thabane's) inauguration as prime minister," Mokete said. Initial payments totalling 400,000 maloti ($23,931) were made after Lipolelo's assassination on 14 June 2017, police said. A first attempt to kill Lipolelo failed on 12 June 2017, police said. One of the accused killers has since turned state witness. Maesaiah, 43, was charged with murder in February and spent half a night in jail before a High Court freed her on a 1,000 maloti ($57) bail. She returned to custody last week after a court revoked bail. She applied for fresh bail on Thursday and a hearing is scheduled for 16 June. In the application, she sought release to allow her to take care of her "critically ill" husband who has "been diagnosed with an advanced prostate cancer" for which he underwent an operation in South Africa on 29 May 2020. Police oppose the bail application. [AFP] Vanguard News Nigeria.

Tahsis has an abundance of local wildlife on land and at sea to intrigue any ecotourist. Black bears can be seen in the spring, summer, and fall, but generally not during the winter period, when they are hibernating. While for the most part they like to be left alone, bears frequently wander into the village in the late summer and fall to feast on fruit, berries and spawning salmon in the Tahsis and Leiner Rivers. While there is no known case in recent years of a bear harming a human being, care should be taken with these wild animals. Also in the Tahsis area are cougars, wolf, deer, Roosevelt Elk, weasels, raccoons, and mink, not to mention the odd squirrel or two! In the spring and summer, the majestic elk can be seen with their young ones, in singles or pairs, along the road from Gold River. Be cautious and alert when driving to Tahsis, as wildlife can frequently be found on the road. Marine life in the Nootka area includes orcas (commonly referred to as killer whales), the harbour porpoise, the gray whale, the humpback whale, sea otters, sea lions, and harbour seals. Sea otters have been known to come right up to the public boat ramp, checking out the newly arrived visitors and ducking out of sight as quietly and quickly as they came. The wide variety of fish and shellfish in the harbour allow rich diets for these amazing animals, which are plentiful in Esperanza Inlet and Nootka Sound. Migratory hummingbirds gather in great numbers in Tahsis, usually from March until late June. The visual history of the local First Nations people tell us this has been occurring for hundreds, perhaps thousands of years. Charmed by these unique birds, Tahsis residents plant hummingbird-friendly flowers and keep their feeders well-stocked during that time. Tahsis Inlet and area are also home to some of the most beautiful birds in North America: Trumpeter swans that winter in Tahsis Inlet, bald eagles that are present year-round, various species of ducks, geese, and other water birds, vivid blue stellar jays, robins, crows, ravens, and unique species like the tufted puffin and great blue heron. Near shore and offshore locations serve as important breeding areas, summer and wintering areas, migration corridors, and staging areas. The four breeding locations in the Nootka area identified by the Canadian Wildlife Service are: Cameron Rocks, Ensanada Islet, Justice Rock, and White Island.

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Amblydisca multiguttata är en insektsart som först beskrevs av Carl Stål 1864. Amblydisca multiguttata ingår i släktet Amblydisca och familjen dvärgstritar. Inga underarter finns listade i Catalogue of Life. Källor Dvärgstritar multiguttata

Please download the new voting policy of ECGS for proxy season 2018, including the methodologies used by the local partners of ECGS in each country to take into account local market and regulatory conditions. In a recent McKinsey & Company survey on corporate boards, non-executive directors ("directors") said they spent more time now fulfilling their board duties than ever before. On average, the number of days (per year) directors devote to board work per mandate has increased from 28 in 2011 to 33 in 2015. Moreover, it is estimated that many board members are spending 50 days or more per year on board work either due to regulatory pressure or simply owing to the fact that the time required to do a good job is usually more than directors initially expect. Hence, it is of vital importance that investors should be assured that directors have sufficient time available to devote to the boards on which they serve whether it be under ordinary circumstances ('peacetime') or in the event of exceptional circumstances ('times of war'). Madrid, 26 September 2017. - CORPORANCE ASESORES DE VOTO, Spain's first proxy advisory, hosted its first conference today in Madrid, to a sizeable audience which included national and international experts. . CORPORANCE is the member for Spain and Portugal of the global partnership ECGS (Expert Corporate Governance Service), a network of leading independent European proxy and corporate governance advisors. ECGS and its partners have been advising European institutional investors for over 20 years. SIX Swiss Exchange has launched a consultation on a new provision of its Corporate Governance Directive. The consultation deals with the obligation of listed companies to publish the names of the proxy advisors to whom they have entrusted services other than proxy voting advice. In such a case, the fees paid to these proxy advisors must also be disclosed. Ethos (Swiss partner of ECGS) supports this new provision which aims at reigning in conflicts of interest of certain proxy advisors. Ethos welcomes the proposal of SIX Swiss Exchange to enhance the transparency on mandates of proxy advisors other than voting advice. This additional information is crucial in allowing investors to take into consideration and assess potential conflicts of interest of proxy advisors in the course of their analyses and issuance of proxy voting advice. Please download the new voting policy of ECGS for proxy season 2017, including the methodologies used by the local partners of ECGS in each country to take into account local market and regulatory conditions. This time you get no voting power! SNAP Inc., owner of the budding social media platform snapchat, has announced plans to go public capturing the imagination of investors following a year of abysmal technology IPOs in 2016. With plans to raise an estimated $3 billion from its IPO, market observers estimate that the Company will fetch a valuation of $20 to $25 billion, a healthy premium to its most recent valuation of $18 billion as a private company. According to Dealogic, 26 technology IPOs in 2016 raised $4.3 billion from US exchanges. Fiat Chrysler following in the footsteps of disgraced German automaker Volkswagen? Storied Italian powerhouse Fiat Chrysler (FCA) saw its share price tumble over 18% in the afternoon trading session on 12 January 2017, shedding almost €2.4 billion in market value. The carnage began around 3:15 p.m. when it was reported that US environmental watchdog, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) intends to accuse the automaker of using engine management software to exceed diesel emissions in 104,000 vehicles. The EPA alleged that these violations of the Clean Air Act manifested themselves when FCA failed to disclose the existence of this software in its light-duty models in 2014 and 2015, the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Doge Ram 1500 trucks. Shares were down 10% when markets closed. The EPA actions could result in fines of up to $4.6 billion for FCA as reported by the Wall Street Journal. Such a fine is more than the company's combined profits from 2013 through to the first nine months of 2016. More than seven years after the Great Recession, the bailout saga continues. The failure of the Italian referendum on December 4, 2016 and the subsequent resignation of Prime Minister Matteo Renzi's government sent markets into a tailspin and stopped Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena's (BMPS) restructuring plan in its tracks as understandably jittery investors refused to commit capital. With almost €47 billion in gross non-performing loans (NPLs), the beleaguered bank turned to Rome for a third potential bailout since the financial crisis.

There's a creek right behind the tents on the "lower level" of our tent site. Luckily, we didn't have any heavy rains. We elected to camp in Moab, which might not have been the best idea. We didn't think about Moab being at a lower elevation than the previous places we visited (Durango and the Grand Canyon), it being the month of July, or the noise we'd experience in a state that allows all sorts of personal use fireworks. We chose Pack Creek Campground because they had a very gracious military promotion. We didn't realize it was on the extreme south side of the city of Moab, while the parks we were interested in were accessed via the north side of the city. It wasn't a huge deal, I just didn't think that part through. The campground is in an odd part of the city, but the owners are very friendly and work hard to make visitors' experiences good. We had a decent site that was distributed among two levels. We set up the cooking/eating section up high, while the tents were under the trees down low. There was a small staircase separating our two sections. On the upper level, we set up our shelter and our grills. That car parked there is associated with the neighboring tent site. The first night was rough for our family. After we watched the Moab fireworks show right from the campground (which was nice), we tried to get some sleep after a long day on the road. It was tough. We had to deal with fireworks well into the night. In addition, it was quite warm. Probably the warmest camping we had experienced in many years. The second night was more quiet, and less warm, although we had to awaken in the middle of the night and secure everything due to a wind storm. I'll take that over the first night anytime! Because of that rough first night, we didn't quite make it to a sunrise hike to Delicate Arch in Arches National Park. We left the campground just after sunrise, but didn't get to the arch itself till well after 9am. More about that in my next post.

The9 Singapore and a Solar Energy Company Signed a Partnership Agreement to Cooperate in Distribution of Solar Energy Using Blockchain Technology The9 Limited SHANGHAI, Feb. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The9 Limited ("The9") (Nasdaq: NCTY), an established Internet company, today announced that The9 Singapore Pte. Ltd. ("The9 Singapore"), its wholly-owned subsidiary established in Singapore, signed a partnership agreement with C&I Singapore Renewable and Innovative Tech Pte. Ltd. ("C&I") in relation to the proposed cooperation using blockchain technology. Pursuant to the agreement, with respect to the trading and distribution of solar energy using blockchain technology, The9 Singapore will provide C&I with related blockchain technology, one-stop solution and community operation. The parties also contemplate to explore further cooperation opportunities together with different solar energy companies and consumers to create an efficient and decentralized platform for the trading and distribution of solar generated energy, and create synergies for solar rooftop distributed energy projects and energy storage solution business. C&I is a joint venture company established in Singapore by Comtec Solar Systems Group Limited (HKSE: 00712) and ISDN Holdings Limited (HKSE: 01656 and SGX: I07). In January this year, The9 announced its plan to step into blockchain-related business. The9 will provide global enterprises with a full range of customized services for blockchain-related projects, including complete technical solutions, research and development support, and offshore investing and financing deals, to help enterprises building up blockchain technology ecosystem. The9 may further pursue investment opportunities in new blockchain investments with high potential. Mr. Jun Zhu, Chairman of The9, commented: "We are pleased to establish a strategic partnership with C&I to develop an innovative platform and a more efficient ecology using blockchain technology in energy production and distribution. We believe this cooperation will not only achieve the execution of energy platform and technology, but more importantly, bring more environmentally-friendly access to electricity and energy for global users and contribute to the green sustainable Earth. This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "considers" and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about The9's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, The9's ability to license, develop or acquire online games that are appealing to users, The9's ability to retain existing players and attract new players, The9's ability to anticipate and adapt to changing consumer preferences and respond to competitive market conditions, political and economic policies of the Chinese government, the laws and regulations governing the online game industry, information disseminated over the Internet and Internet content providers in China, intensified government regulation of Internet cafes, and other risks and uncertainties outlined in The9's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual reports on Form 20-F. The9 does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law. About The9 Limited The9 Limited is an Internet company based in China. The9 is stepping into blockchain-related business. The9 also develops and/or operates, directly or through its affiliates, its proprietary mobile games and web games, including the CrossFire brand new shooting mobile game, Audition mobile, Knight Forever, Q Jiang San Guo and Wildlands God of War. 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University launches mobile App to link experts and journalists The University of Derby has launched a new App today (September 2, 2015) for the Guide to Expertise, which hosts all of its media friendly experts in order to provide comment on everything from smartphone addiction and geology to zombies and daydreaming. The App also provides additional information about the University. Each expert is listed under the College or department they work in along with a short biography, but can also be found in the searchable menu. Alice Oliver, Head of News at the University of Derby, said: "The Guide to Expertisehas been very well received so far. We hope the App will allow journalists to use this on-the-go and the searchable function means it's very efficient. "The App showcases the tremendous breadth of knowledge we have at Derby from serious academic subjects to more light-hearted topics. We have a whole host of experts in-house who have conducted extensive research projects, worked in a variety of industries and are really media-friendly. "We are called upon daily to provide expert comment for writers and broadcasters on a wide variety of subjects. The news agenda moves fast, so we developed the App and the Guide to help journalists get to the facts and the people they want to speak to as quickly as possible".

Home > Personal Finance > Senate Stalemate Keeps Consumer Protection Bureau Leaderless Senate Stalemate Keeps Consumer Protection Bureau Leaderless September 7, 2011 • min read by Christopher Maag 1 Comment The first confirmation hearing to approve the leader of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau confirmed only one thing: The political stalemate surrounding the new agency is likely to continue indefinitely. While Republican members of the Senate Banking Committee joined Democrats on Tuesday in praising Richard Cordray, the former Ohio attorney general who is President Obama's nominee to become the bureau's first director, they restated their intention to block any nominee until the President agrees to structural changes that would limit the bureau's power. [Related Article: Is Richard Cordray the New Elizabeth Warren?] "You're caught between a big substantive debate, and that's going to have to be resolved before this moves forward," Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Ala.), the committee's ranking Republican, told Cordray during the hearing. Republicans argue that the bureau's structure places too much power in the hands of a solitary director. In a letter to Obama, 44 Republican Senators promised in May to block any nominee to lead the bureau until the bureau's structure is changed and its power limited. "The director will single-handedly determine the financial products that consumers can buy, as well as which consumers have access to credit and which do not," Shelby read from a prepared statement during the hearing. "There is no meaningful check on the director's authority." That's not true, Democrats argue. Unlike any other financial regulator, the bureau's decisions can be overruled by a panel of other agencies. In addition, Senator Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) took time during the hearing to describe 12 separate checks and balances on the bureau's power, including cost projections for all new rules required from the Office of Management and Budget, and reviews by the House, Senate, the Government Accountability Office and the judicial system. [Resource: Get your free Credit Report Card] "This doesn't sound unaccountable to me," Brown said. For his part, Cordray impressed members of both parties with his resume and experience. After his first job, flipping burgers and cleaning the parking lot of a McDonald's in Grove City, Ohio for minimum wage, Cordray earned a law degree from the University of Chicago, an economics degree from Oxford University, clerked for two Supreme Court justices, and argued cases before the Ohio and U.S. Supreme Courts before winning a reputation as an advocate for consumers as treasurer and then attorney general of Ohio. We covered Cordray extensively in a feature story last week. Cordray's family also won senators' attention. His 12-year-old twins, Danny and Holly, sat smiling behind Cordray as he spoke. "If I had the smile of your son and daughter I'd win my election hands-down," Senator Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) joked during the hearing. [Featured Product: Shopping for secured credit cards?] Image: Richard Cordray, via Wikimedia Commons Contributing writer for Credit.com, Chris graduated with honors from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, and has reported for a number of publications including The New York Times, TIME magazine and Popular Mechanics. Pingback: Adam Levin: Consumers Be Damned: Senator Shelby, Captain Queeg and the Politics of No() http://ragstitch.com DaveNYUSA That can only be a GOOD thing!

Another classic Dubus collection of men and women attempting to live together, to tell the truth as they see it (or don't see it), and to survive the crises, and sometimes the violence, of domestic life. The focus of this collection, which includes the often praised tale "A Father's Story," as well as the novella "The Pretty Girl," is on the twisting deformations of love, on domestic disturbances, and on marriages whose sanctity can no longer bind them. Andre Dubus was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana to a Cajun-Irish Catholic family. He graduated from the University of Iowa Writers' Workshop and later moved to Massachusetts, where he taught creative writing at Bradford College. His life was marked with personal tragedies, as are those of his protagonists – ostensibly ordinary men who are drawn to addiction and violence as methods to distract themselves from their woes. Unlike his characters, however, Dubus eventually found success and repute, as well as the corresponding offers from large publishers. He nevertheless remained loyal to Godine until the end of his career.

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2 HDI • itSMF USA S E RVI C E M A N AG E M E NT: N OT J U S T FO R IT A N Y M O R E RESEARCH AND WRITING Roy Atkinson Cinda Daly Ken Gonzalez Jenny Rains EDITORIAL Megan Selva DESIGN Giulia Fini Lauren Heller Dave Nicastro ABOUT HDI HDI is the professional association and certification body for the techni- cal service and support industry. Facilitating collaboration and network- ing, HDI hosts acclaimed conferences and events, produces renowned publications and research, and certifies and trains thousands of profes- sionals each year. HDI also connects solution providers with practitioners through industry partnerships and marketing services. Guided by an international panel of industry experts and practitioners, HDI is the premier resource for best practices and emerging trends. ABOUT ITSMF USA itSMF USA, a chapter of itSMF International, is the independent profes- sional organization and forum for IT service management (ITSM) profes- sionals in the United States. A not-for-profit organization, itSMF USA is a prominent player in the on-going development of ITSM professionals and the promotion of ITSM best practices, standards, and qualifications. This network of industry professionals, white papers, webinars, podcasts, conferences, and other resources creates an opportunity for you and your organization to connect, learn, and grow. Come be part of the IT service management profession. Learn more at www.itSMFUSA.org. Copyright © 2014 UBM LLC. HDI • 121 South Tejon Street, Suite 1100 • Colorado Springs, CO • 80903 HDI is a part of UBM Tech, a division of UBM LLC. HDI ® is a registered trademark of UBM LLC. KCS SM is a registered service mark of the Consortium for Service In- novation. ITIL ® is a registered trademark of AXELOS Limited. All other trademarks, service marks, and product or trade names are the property of their respective owners. Contents Page 3 5 Introduction 5 Shifting Gears in Service Support Page 6 5 Analyzing the Thesis: ITSM Is Not Just for IT Anymore Page 11 5 The Impact and Opportunities for the Future Page 14 5 Conclusions Links on this page http://www.itsmfusa.org

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Q: Find and replace a substring using regular expression in C# quick question. I have a random string, something like this: "country=='CANADA'&&(role=='MANAGERL1'||role=='ADMIN'||role=='LOC_IND')&&Age>67" I need to find and replace each substring that matches this pattern "role=='ROLENAME'" into roles.indexOf('ROLENAME'), so in this example it I want to get a new string: "country=='CANADA'&&(roles.indexOf('MANAGERL1')>=0||roles.indexOf('ADMIN')>=0||roles.indexOf('LOC_IND')>=0)&&Age>67" How can I do this in C#, I mean using Regular Expressions (RegEx) ? What should be the regex expression? And if you know the shortest way to do the replacement, it would help a lot. Thanks. A: You need the static method System.Text.RegularExpressions.Regex.Replace. Your pattern is @"role==('[^']*')". Your replacement is @"roles.indexOf($1)".

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NANTS is the umbrella umbrella body of traders in raw materials, industrial and finished goods (both locally made and imported) as well as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. However, in order to encourage/improve the interlink between production and (market access) distribution of goods, NANTS membership has recently been expanded to small scale manufacturers of items like shoes, garments, cosmetics, furniture, household goods and local material providers as well as small scale farmers in various agricultural produce. Women constitute about 65% of NANTS membership. Advancing trade beyond buying and selling to a vehicle for socio-economic justice, sustainable development and poverty reduction. • The National Association of Nigerian Traders (NANTS) is the Central umbrella organization of traders in raw materials, industrial and finished goods (locally made and imported) in Nigeria. • NANTS membership has recently been expanded to include local manufacturers of certain items (such as shoes, garments, cosmetics, furniture, and household goods), local raw material providers, etc., as well as local farmers in various agriculture produce. • Women constitute about 65% of NANTS membership. • NANTS has been in existence since 1997 – under the Military regime, but was legally registered as a 'National' organisation in 2001 with the entrance of civilian administration in Nigeria. NANTS Corporate Headquarters is based in Abuja. • Recognizes the roles of Local Market Associations: Does not get involved in Local Market/unit politics and dynamics but only accepts local market/unit associations as affiliates.

Sickening the amount of taxpayers money a select few are hiving off to their private bank accounts. Dunlop will need to be watched carefully at the Scotland Office. He is a cutie. Made £3million selling off Politics International then took up a paid position with the new company. Then quietly seconded to Cameron for a few year's. The entire system is corrupt. To interfeare in SCOTISH values.future.and INDEPENDENCE? Shockingly CURRUPT from TOP to BOTTOM. MR ANDREW DUNLOP SHOULD BE SHOT ON SIGHT IF AND WHEN HE DARE set foot on SCOTISH soil. There are many ways to get even. The power of the pen might just do for him. His involvement with the Atlantic charity should have been investigated prperly by the Charities Commisioner and may just resurface. His links with the lobbying companies I have identified and listed needs to be checked out since it appears he has his fingers in many pies, including government at the highest level. His and Camerons close friendship and company tie-up with Johnson in Brussels is of interest given Cameron's journey's within Europe seeking allies to his cause for change agenda. It is time controls were introduced. The entire SPAD system is massively corrupt and politicians, liars to a fault are incapable of cleaning it up. But their claims are well documented and stored on the internet archive but they are well advised by central control in matters of subterfuge. If it wasn't for social media & your excellent details on these corrupt & manipulative fraudsters who are bleeding the public purse to further their own very dodgy & anti democratic life styles…. then we would be as ill informed as the bbc/msm think we should be. & I agree 100% with Gary Beavis. We just need to keep chipping away at the excesses of those given a duty of care over us. The walls will crumble eventually.

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Home | Blog | Asia Pacific Panel Highlights Digital Transformation Track Records and NRI Regional Data Asia Pacific Panel Highlights Digital Transformation Track Records and NRI Regional Data Portulans Institute, in cooperation with UNESCO and with support from our 2020 Knowledge Partner, STL Group, hosted a regional panel on Wednesday, addressing digital transformation's track record in Asia and the Pacific. For years, many Asian economies like South Korea and Singapore have been world-renowned champions of digital transformation. In which ways has COVID-19 impacted their ongoing digital progress? On this occasion, Dr. Bruno Lanvin presented the region's results and rankings in the 2020 Network Readiness Index (read our summary here). The virtual panel was moderated by Portulans CEO and Co-Founder Carolina Rossini, and featured a line-up of regional experts and global thought leaders, including: John Garrity, Economist and Policy Advisor, NRI Technical Advisor Misako Ito, Regional Advisor and Chief, Communication and Information, UNESCO Dr. Bruno Lanvin, Executive Director for Global Indices at INSEAD and Director, Portulans Institute Dr. Jim Poisant, Secretary-General, The World Information Technology and Services Alliance Frances West, CEO, FrancesWestCo, and Former Chief Accessibility Officer, IBM Singapore, South Korea maintain network readiness; Malaysia, China and Vietnam display upper- and low-middle income leadership Dr. Bruno Lanvin presented the NRI regional results and rankings, highlighting Singapore's impressive digital performance as the world's third-most network-ready economy and the highest-ranked economy for Impact. South Korea boasts similarly impressive digital readiness, with a second-place global ranking in People. Within the upper-middle income country group, Malaysia and China display strong leadership; within lower-middle income countries, Vietnam's track record is notable. This year's NRI data suggests that the region's core strengths are in Governance and Impact, with room for improvement in Technology performance and People. (Read more about the NRI pillars and what they mean for digital readiness here.) John Garrity, as an NRI technical advisor, shared his predictions for NRI 2021 and beyond: indicator performance will likely be impacted by economies' digital changes catalyzed by COVID-19 recovery and relief efforts. Digital transformation should put people first Our speakers' perspectives were rooted in a variety of sectors and backgrounds, from the nonprofit community to the private sector. Yet all speakers converged on the overwhelming importance of putting people first in digital transformation policymaking, particularly in the age of COVID-19. As explained by John Garrity, countries in Asia and the Pacific with "robust digital infrastructure" and high smartphone penetration were the ones best suited to handle the pandemic's fallout, for lives and livelihoods alike. As a result, "it is clear that a robust digital ecosystem is an imperative when it comes to poverty alleviation." Garrity cited the Indonesian government's refocusing of digital solutions for pandemic relief and recovery initiatives, and the growing prominence of digital payment systems in the Philippines. Inclusion and diversity are at the core of effective digital transformation Frances West shared with the panel her perspectives about "authentic inclusion", informed by years of organizational experience trailblazing inclusion, diversity and accessibility initiatives in the private sector: "The last thing we want to do is thinking about inclusion sequentially. As we move forward, we need a holistic and proactive approach [to inclusion and diversity in digital transformation], thinking about inclusion not as a human resources issue but rather as a human-first digital promise… It is more important than ever before that inclusion is built into digital frameworks." Misako Ito commented on the regional digital divide, and highlighted that more often than not, while young people constitute the majority of digital users, "there is a clearly accelerating digital divide affecting older people." Other panelists agreed that the digital exclusion of the region's growing elderly demographic is a particularly acute dilemma during a public health crisis, when access to information is sometimes a matter of life-or-death. The COVID-19 crisis has had a Janus-faced impact on digital progress On the one hand, COVID-19 has accelerated a variety of positive digital changes, such as improving accessibility to education and healthcare by leveraging digital tools and platforms. On the other hand, the crisis has also exposed the malign ways in which governments may leverage digital progress for oppression, surveillance and intimidation. As emphasized by Misako Ito, "COVID-19 has accelerated changes that are already underway in the digital world, like learning and working online. But it has also created new challenges and increased existing inequalities," as digital tools are increasingly used to curb the freedom of expression through surveillance and online harassment. (On that note, Freedom House released their Freedom on the Net 2020 report, which dives deeper into the pandemic's "digital shadow"). We need better digital leadership for a post-COVID world Dr. Jim Poisant's remarks underlined the importance of digital champions and effective digital strategies, informed by indexes like the "gold standard" of digital readiness, the NRI. "Digital transformation is more than just leadership. It's about championship – individuals and groups who will champion digital change and digital progress within countries." Poisant continued: "A successful digital transformation needs a champion behind a comprehensive, long-term, untouchable digital plan that can be adjusted according to digital changes. That's how countries can move up the NRI rankings." Dr. Bruno Lanvin's closing remarks highlighted the significance of youth participation in the "digital future": "We have to restore faith in the future. The digital future is a source of hope and energy – let's work with the younger generation to make this a reality." The Portulans Institute, in cooperation with UNESCO, encourages our network to attend our series of regional spotlight events, with insights from regional experts and the presentation of regional NRI data and highlights. Find further information and registration details here.

Hi, Im new here and new to pure (outside arduino) AVR programming. My setup is a 168p chip and an Olimex ISPMK2 programmer using the 10 pin ICSP connector. User configuration file is "/Users/x/.avrduderc" There's a known problem with avrdude 6.01 (and it's likely to also affect 6.1 as well) communicating with programmers based on Dean's LUFA avrisp firmware. The olimex avr-isp-mkii is one such programmer. You have several options - use an earlier version of avrdude, or build a patched version of avrdude, or wait until a bugfixed version comes out. I found the problem in usbdev_open in file usb_libusb.c. prevents Dean's masqueraded endpoint from being discovered. Are there any patch files around? Is it just commenting etc that line? I compiled 5.11 but I get the error here too. System wide configuration file is "/usr/local/CrossPack-AVR-20130212/etc/avrdude.conf" Ummmmm... Check that you have the correct firmware. There are two versions of the firmware. One works with the avrstudio, the other with avrdude. It should ship with the avrdude version by default. System wide configuration file is "/Users/mnehpets/etc/avrdude.conf" User configuration file is "/Users/mnehpets/.avrduderc"

Chelsea people I had intended to post lots more pictures of Chelsea show gardens and wonderful plants from the Great Pavilion displays. However, as I said to Emily when she commented on my last post, unknown to me, my art-student son had removed the memory card from my camera, and I'd barely got inside the pavilion when the memory ran out. (The camera has its own memory, but it's not very big. A bit like mine.) I was very cross, but when I, erm, remonstrated later with my son, he said it was my fault for not checking my camera before I went out. Honestly, teenagers! So, what did I make of Chelsea? Not that much, really. It's not a vintage year, and there wasn't really anything that made my heart beat faster. To be completely honest, the best bit was bumping into old friends, and meeting Anne Wareham, who has been a huge support to me, and gossiping to Emma, and having VP to stay. It was wonderful to be able to show VP round my garden - and I can't tell you what bliss it was to sit down and watch the Chelsea Flower Show television coverage with another gardener. So I think it will be a Chelsea that I'll remember for people rather than plants. Here are the non-gardening highlights: The chap in the middle is, of course, Stephen Fry, who is a very charming man indeed. He'd been approached by the man in the hi-viz vest who had asked if he could take a picture of him on his cellphone "for his daughter". Of course he could, said Mr Fry, but why not be in the picture himself as well? The man holding the cellphone is Valentine Low, who writes for The Times, and is the author of One Man And His Dig, about his allotment. (He's also an old colleague of mine from the Evening Standard.) He was in the middle of interviewing Stephen Fry when the man in the hi-viz vest came along, so he was pressed into service as official photographer. Hi-viz Man was so thrilled, he dropped his walkie-talkie. So sweet! This is the first thing I saw as I entered the Great Pavilion. There's always a wonderful sense of anticipation as you look around and decide where to go first. However, I bumped into Cleve West just about here and so failed to notice whose gorgeous clematis display this was. There's always a steel band playing in the marquee on press day, on one of the Caribbean displays, and the big nurseries serve champagne, so there's a kind of carnival atmosphere. You see celebrities like Ringo Starr and Rod Stewart strolling around, and in the middle of all the excitement, there will be Anna Pavord or Graham Rice studiously taking copious notes on some new plant as if all the brouhaha was a million miles away. I loved these guys in their rosy shirts serving rosé fizz. They were at the Peter Beales roses stand (naturally), where the Highgrove Rose was being launched by Prince Charles later that afternoon. It was when I took this picture that the camera's memory ran out. So there was nothing for it but to stay and have a glass of pink champagne and a gossip with Valentine. It's a hard life being a hack. Lovely Emma! With lovely Lisa, left, who edits the Independent on Sunday's Sunday Review. Aren't I lucky to have such nice colleagues? Look at Emma's red coat - it made spotting her in the crowds really easy. A present from VP Chelsea friends Chelsea, chelsea! The taxpayers' revenge: saying it with flowers The axeman cometh (closely followed by the debt co... A typically tropical moment A tribute to U A Fanthorpe, 1929-2009

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Home Meet the Researcher Always A Work In Progress Always A Work In Progress The status quo is never good enough for this photonics professor, be it society's conception of the universe or the music on his personal playlist. July 29.16 Amr Helmy is a professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Toronto. We asked him everything from what advice he would give to young researchers to what he does for fun to give you a better understanding of what goes on outside the lab for one of the best minds in Canadian research. What inspired you to become a researcher? Research leads to enhanced knowledge in breadth and depth. Knowledge transforms one's perspective on life. The insights and approaches taken in any one discipline of research influence us and the fashion by which we lead our lives. That is what attracted me to research. What do you like most about your work? I like that I challenge existing notions and prove them wrong sometimes. I also love the impact some of the research has on fields including communications, sensing and biomedical diagnostics. What do you envision in the future of your field? Being able to control the properties of the individual building blocks of light (photons) in a practical platform will transform our ability to use light to detect and treat disease. It will also likely provide a quantum leap in the way by which we use light for computation, communication and metrology. What advice would you give to young researchers? When you assess a given career path, a project you would like to start or a mission statement that you would like to live by, consider the near, medium and far term implications. What may be attractive and suitable in the near term may not be so on another time scale. What do you consider your greatest achievement? Training scientist that currently lead several research groups in the labs of world leading companies in my field. What do you read? Usually non-fiction, such as history and biographies. What's on your iPod/CD collection/turntable? I have all sorts of music as they cater to different moods. From classical guitar and piano to Argentine tango to classic rock. If you could do any profession other than your own what would it be? A clinician or a nonclinical researcher in the medical field. The impact on people's lives is difficult to surpass. What do you like to do for fun? Music-related activities (concerts and dancing) Do you have a favourite motto/words to live by? I have some but they evolve as I do; always a work in progress. Want to learn more about Professor Helmy's research? Check out his Orange Chair Interview on using photons of light to miniaturize technologies. Allison Guy The Artful Science of Cost & Energy Efficiency That's Real 'Self-Empowerment'!

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Democratic heads roll after video shows agitators planted at Trump rallies Robert Creamer Scott Foval People were hired by Democratic strategists to stir up trouble at rallies for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. Officials with Democracy Advocates and Americans United for Change stepped down after a video by Project Veritas Action confirmed their political chicanery. ... more > By Valerie Richardson - The Washington Times - Tuesday, October 18, 2016 Two top Democratic strategists have exited the presidential campaign after explosive undercover videos showed them discussing voter fraud and their roles in planting paid agitators at campaign events for Republican candidate Donald Trump. Robert Creamer, founder of Democracy Advocates and the husband of Rep. Janice D. Schakowsky, Illinois Democrat, stepped down from the campaign Tuesday, a day after Scott Foval was fired from his post as national field director of Americans United for Change. Mr. Trump, who has long complained of a "rigged" election system, said at a Tuesday rally in Colorado that the video released by the conservative group Project Veritas Action confirmed his suspicions of Democrat-sponsored political chicanery. Rand Paul warns Senate Republicans will 'destroy the party' if they vote to convict Trump My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell insists Trump will remain president despite election loss, insurrection "The protesters are paid a lot of money by the [Democratic National Committee], and they kept saying, 'I wonder why those people are here, because they never seem to have much on their mind other than stand up and protest,'" Mr. Trump told a crowd in Colorado Springs. "And yesterday it came out, but it was barely covered by the media. But it's all over the internet. They were busted." Brad Woodhouse, Americans United for Change president, said in a late-Monday statement that Mr. Foval "is no longer associated with Americans United for Change." He insisted that the Democratic political consulting firm has "always operated according to the highest ethical and legal standards." Mr. Creamer, a four-decade Democratic strategist who pleaded guilty in 2005 to charges of bank fraud and tax violations, said in a statement that he was "unwilling to become a distraction to the important task of electing Hillary Clinton." "We regret the unprofessional and careless hypothetical conversations that were captured on hidden cameras of a temporary regional contractor for our firm, and he is no longer with us," said Mr. Creamer, who is also featured in the videos. The two 16-minute videos were released Monday and Tuesday after a yearlong undercover investigation headed by Project Veritas' James O'Keefe, known for his hidden-camera probes into Planned Parenthood, ACORN and voter fraud. Mr. O'Keefe said the investigation reveals "compelling evidence of a dark-money conspiracy" and that he would continue to release videos as part of a series titled "Rigging the Election" until voters go to the polls on Nov. 8. The first video shows Democratic strategists discussing how they hire agitators — including union members, homeless people and the mentally ill — to incite violence by provoking Trump supporters on camera at campaign stops. Project Veritas released a second video Tuesday showing Mr. Foval brainstorming over ways to commit voter fraud, such as by busing people from one state to another, while appearing to indicate that it had already been done in Iowa. "It's a pretty easy thing for Republicans to say, 'Well, they're busing people in,'" Mr. Foval said. "Well, you know what? We've been busing people in to deal with you f—-ing assholes for 50 years, and we're not going to stop now. We're just going to find a different way to do it. So, I mean I grew up with that idea. They used to bus people out to Iowa. If they needed people, there we'd bus people out to Iowa." The same video shows Mr. Creamer discussing a proposal by a Project Veritas investigator to register people to vote illegally by setting up a shell corporation. "I'm going to write down these options," Mr. Creamer said. "Let me see if I can chat with the people who are most involved in Hispanic voter registration." Mr. Foval, who has worked for the George Soros-funded People for the American Way, said his paid agitators fueled a Chicago protest in March that forced the Trump campaign to cancel its event. "They're starting confrontations in the line, right?" said Mr. Foval. "They're not starting confrontations in the rally. Because once they're inside the rally, they're under Secret Service's control. When they're outside the rally, the media will cover it no matter where it happens. The key is initiating the conflict by having leading conversations with people who are naturally psychotic." Inciting Trump supporters was easy, he said. "I mean, honestly, it's not hard to get some of these assholes to pop off," Mr. Foval said. "It's a matter of showing up, to want to get into the rally, in a Planned Parenthood T-shirt. Or, 'Trump is a Nazi,' you know. You can message to draw them out and draw them to punch you." Another operative, Aaron Black, who identified himself as "deputy rapid response director for the DNC for all things Trump on the ground," said he was with Mr. Creamer's group Democracy Partners but that his work was supposed to be a secret. "Nobody's really supposed to know about me," Mr. Black said. "So the Chicago protest, when they shut all that, that was us. It was more [Mr. Creamer] than me, but none of this is supposed to come back to us because we want it coming from people. We don't want it to come from the party." He said the idea is for the protests to appear spontaneous, not orchestrated by the DNC. "So if we do a protest and if it's branded a DNC protest, right away the press is going to say, 'partisan,'" said Mr. Black, also known as "Aaron Minter," according to the video. "But if I'm in there coordinating with all the groups on the ground and sort of playing field general but they are the ones talking to the cameras, then it's actually people, but if we send out press advisories with DNC on them and Clinton campaign, it just doesn't have the same effect," he said. The same day the video was released, Mr. Black posted a photo on Twitter showing protesters outside Trump Tower holding signs with messages such as, "Trump Demeans Women." Keeping the protesters' connection to the DNC hidden from the press was a priority, Mr. Foval said. "We have to be really careful because what we don't need is for it to show up on CNN that the DNC paid for X people to — that's not going to happen," he said. Mr. O'Keefe said the first video raises questions about whether the Clinton campaign is coordinating with super PACs and independent expenditure committees in violation of campaign finance rules. The Clinton campaign, DNC, Americans United for Change and Democracy Partners did not return requests for comment Tuesday. The only public criticism of the videos has come from foes of Mr. O'Keefe's past work such as Salon's Brendan Gauthier, who said Project Veritas has been criticized for "strategically editing footage to make false accusations." In the video, Mr. Foval made clear his connections to the DNC and the Clinton campaign. "We are contracted directly with the DNC and the campaign both. I am contracted to [Mr. Creamer]. But I answer to the head of special events for the DNC and the head of special events and political for the campaign," said Mr. Foval. He goes on to say, "The campaign pays DNC, DNC pays Democracy Partners, Democracy Partners pays the Foval Group, the Foval Group goes and executes the sh— on the ground." Mr. Creamer indicated that he was in close contact with the Clinton campaign, saying, "We have a call with the campaign every day to go over the focuses that need to be undertaken." "Wherever Trump and Pence are going to be, we have events," Mr. Creamer said. "And we have a whole team across the country that does that. Both consultants and people from the Democratic Party and the Democratic Party apparatus and people from the campaign, the Clinton campaign. And my role in the campaign is to manage all that." Another activist, Zulema Rodriguez, told the Project Veritas investigators, "I just had a call today with the campaign and the DNC. Every day at 1 o'clock." She also took credit for being involved with two anti-Trump events in March: the Chicago rally and another in Arizona in which anti-Trump protesters blocked a highway. Federal Election Commission records unearthed by Project Veritas show that Ms. Rodriguez was paid nearly $2,000 on Feb. 29 by the Hillary for America campaign. In conversations with Project Veritas reporters, Mr. Foval described his operation as "bird dogging," meaning that he places hired protesters in key positions at Republican campaign events, often in front of rallies or lines. He said he has training centers in New York, Washington, Las Vegas, Colorado and Minneapolis, and that trainees include the mentally ill and homeless people. "I'm saying we have mentally ill people that we pay to do sh—, make no mistake," Mr. Foval said. "Over the last 20 years. I've paid off a few homeless guys to do some crazy stuff, and I've also taken them for dinner and I've also made sure they had a hotel and a shower and I've put them in a program. I've done that." He also has contacts with unions such as the AFL-CIO. "But the reality is, a lot of people, especially our union guys, a lot of union guys, they'll do whatever you want," Mr. Foval said. "They're rock 'n' roll." Mr. Foval also made it clear that he viewed Mr. Creamer as a mentor. "I work for Bob Creamer one to one," Mr. Foval said in the video. "I'm the white hat. Democracy Partners is kind of dark hat. Bob Creamer is diabolical, and I love him for it." (Note: Graphic language in the video.)

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Norfolk continues push for self government return From Dateline Pacific, 3:04 pm on 7 July 2016 It is one week into the now formalised Australian led management of Norfolk Island but many of the locals will continue to press for the return of their autonomy. It is one week into the new Australian led management of Norfolk Island but many of the locals will continue to press for the return of their autonomy. Norfolk became a regional council under New South Wales at the beginning of the month after its parliament was collapsed by Canberra a year ago. There has been a long and seemingly fruitless campaign to return the island to self government and Don Wiseman asked one of the spearheads of the Norfolk Island People for Democracy, former chief minister, Andre Nobbs, if that was all over. ANDRE NOBBS: It's absolutely not going to cease. We're in the right and I should point out that it's no longer just an issue of the Norfolk Island People for Democracy and their 700 plus on-island registered members, it's also the Council of Elders, it's a range of all of the community groups who have signed documents of endorsement, to, not only pursue the United Nations petition for Norfolk to be listed as a non-self-governing territory but also to challenge some of the constitutional and legal steps that Australia has in effect breached in the process of changing Norfolk Island governance, and it's worth pointing out that we have a Human Rights Council case that was commenced on the eighth of June this year and that is a case that identifies Australian government breaches of the International Covenant for Civil and Political Rights. DON WISEMAN: And you're also going to the International Court of Justice? AN: That's correct and there are a few more strings to the bow than just that as well. We've also taken some steps politically both within the region and away from Norfolk Island and certainly the United Kingdom parliament has shown some major concern over the actions Australia imposed on Norfolk Island that really set a dangerous precedent for the other members of the Commonwealth. So we've made sure in launching our programmes through the various agencies to get a better outcome for Norfolk that each agency has given us a clear indication of whether we'll be successful or not and I can tell you that after having meetings at the highest level they've all said we will succeed. Whether we succeed through one or all of the mechanisms at once or whether it comes down to international embarrassment for the Australian government, we will succeed. DW: The essential element in all of this is your group, or your groups, are claiming that Norfolk Island is not part of Australia, and it's not for Australia to decide. AN: Don, you're absolutely right and look Australia's own department, the Royal Australian Mint has provided documentation that they completely agree with us. Their document states very clearly that their research has evaluated that Norfolk Island was never annexed to Australia and so in real terms, Australia was merely the administering power but Norfolk still fell under the British colonies so there's been an overstepping of legal and constitutional rights by Australia and that's why so many other agencies are getting involved from the legal front, from the United Nations front, from the human rights perspective and the political perspective. Recent stories from Dateline Pacific Dateline Pacific for Tuesday 24 December 2019 PNG makes pitch to Bougainville after independence vote Custodial sentences for Nauru political protestors Activists want overhaul on way world tackles climate change Project aims to boost Pasifika players in rugby leadership Subscribe to Dateline Pacific

Watch the PS Vita Playing "Red Dead Redemption," "Mortal Kombat," "Battlefield 3," and "Arkham Asylum" It seems like Sony's systems are destined to be hacked, despite all their efforts to prevent it. The PS3 and PSP (and now, the Vita) are powerful devices with a lot of potential that Sony keeps locked away; no wonder hackers like to fashion their own keys for them. That's exactly the case with the latest PS3/Vita exploit, which allows a PS3 with hacked firmware to stream full games to the Vita using remote play. You can see it in action in the videos above and below. CVG claims this is functionality that may eventually be supported by Sony, and that all PS3 games will be playable on the Vita, but that remains to be seen. For now, is hacking your PS3 worth it to take advantage of an exploit this cool? The Vita's screen is gorgeous, and these games look amazing. Let us know what you think in the comments or on Twitter.

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Dinah Mattingly Larry Bird's Wife – Dinah Mattingly Wiki (Bio, Age, Kids, Family, Height, Net Worth) Dinah Mattingly is a sixty-three year old American born on the 16th of November, 1954. She came to the world limelight with her marriage to Larry Bird, an executive and the current president of NBA heavyweights, Indiana Pacers basketball team. Larry, who was once a popular NBA player and a retired coach, pushed Diana to the pages of top newspapers with their union. Prior to the announcement of their relationship and subsequent marriage, Diana was an athlete in a profession that was not made public, and none of her success ( if she had any) is recorded throughout her career. While there are not a lot of information to find on Diana, we have been able to bring up some interesting parts about her to give you the hang of who she is. Her Marriage to Larry Was His Second Before his marriage to Diana, Larry was first married to Janet Condra with the union blessed with a daughter, Corrie Bird. Unfortunately, the couple's relationship grew cold within a short period, and barely two years into the marriage, both parties got divorced with no real explanation on the cause. Not too long after the breakup, Larry announced his engagement with Diana, and in 1989 they both exchanged vows in a ceremony that only had close friends and family. They adopted Conner Bird and Mariah. There is not much public information about Diana as she has deliberately stayed away from the media and has instead focused on her family. However, credible sources confirm that she and her husband first met during their college days at Indiana state university. There is no specific information on the course she studied at the university, but she graduated at the expected time in 1975 after being enrolled in 1972. Diana and her husband have been often spotted at different game events together. Her Husband Diana's husband, Larry joe bird, is a 61-year-old former professional basketball player that plied his trade with Boston giants Celtic, with his career lasting from 1979 to 1992. He was born in West Baden Springs, Indiana, on the 7th of December 1956. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius. He also works as a coach at one point. He is currently a basketball executive and the president of Indiana pacers. Due to his achievements with the Pacers, Larry Bird is recognized as one of the greatest basketball players and was ranked sixth in the 1978 NBA draft first round. By obtaining a college scholarship, Larry was able to gain admission into Indiana University and earned a spot on the Indiana state university Hoosiers team. Larry was able to clinch major championships for Celtic including three NBA championships and two NBA finals MVP awards. In 1992, he was one of the Olympic basketball team members representing US men, nicknamed 'the dream team.' The team eventually went on to win the gold medal at the Olympics. He was voted into the NBA's 50th Anniversary All-Time Team in 1996 with the acknowledgement cementing him among the top 50 players in NBA history. Larry was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1998. His current award was in 2012 when he clinched the NBA Executive of the Year in 2012. Rumor of An Affair Bustedcoverage.com sent the internet on a frenzy in 2014, when they claimed Larry was having an affair with a mystery woman, with footage of an unidentified lady placing her palm on his legs in a basketball game. The unidentified lady turned out to be Larry's adopted daughter Mariah. Rumor of an Illegitimate Daughter Just like the rumor of Larry having an extramarital affair, another unfounded claim engineered by bossip.com stated that Larry might have an illegitimate daughter. They claimed that an informant had spotted a mystery woman from a Miami nightclub talking to some Celtic players and one of the individuals present called her Larry illegitimate daughter. The rumor was, however, discarded because of lack of evidence. Conner's Crime Conner, on charges of attempted murder, was arrested and jailed. He was allegedly seen driving a car at his ex-girlfriend on the university campus. In court, he pleaded guilty to several charges and successfully had his time shortened. Both Dinah and Larry refrained from commenting publicly on their son's action. What is Dinah Mattingly's Net Worth? Dinah is estimated to have a Net worth of about one million dollars She has light blond hair with light blue eyes. Enjoyed? Leave your Feelback! 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Sex-age stereotyping: Social perceivers as lay adaptationists Oliver Sng, Keelah E.G. Williams, Steven L. Neuberg Why do perceivers categorize and stereotype others by their biological sex and age? We suggest that perceivers do so because sex and age interactively shape adaptive goals (e.g., mating, parenting) and strategies. And because such goals and strategies pose different fitness-relevant opportunities and threats, social perceivers use others' sex-age as a cue for predicting others' behaviors. This perspective has multiple implications, which we test in a range of U.S. undergraduate and online survey samples. First, we find that perceivers categorize others not by sex and age independently, but by the interaction of their sex and age (i.e., people mentally group others as females and males of specific ages) (Studies 1 and 2). Second, perceivers hold stereotypes of men and women of specific ages as being differentially oriented towards short- and long-term mating as well as parenting goals (e.g., women are stereotyped to be more oriented towards long-term mating goals than men are, but only at younger ages) (Studies 3 and 4). Finally, providing perceivers with direct information about others' adaptive goals can influence the extent to which perceivers apply stereotypes of agency, communion, and competence, and can even override typical sex stereotypes (e.g., men are generally stereotyped to be more agentic than women, but this sex stereotype disappears when both men and women are presented as engaging in short-term mating goals) (Studies 5 and 6). The current findings challenge existing thinking about sex and age stereotyping, and demonstrate the value of an adaptationist approach for thinking about social perception and stereotypes. Evolution and Human Behavior https://doi.org/10.1016/j.evolhumbehav.2019.12.001 Affordance management Age stereotypes Life history theory Parental investment theory 10.1016/j.evolhumbehav.2019.12.001 Dive into the research topics of 'Sex-age stereotyping: Social perceivers as lay adaptationists'. Together they form a unique fingerprint. Stereotyping Medicine & Life Sciences 100% stereotyped behavior Agriculture & Biology 67% Stereotypes Arts & Humanities 58% gender Agriculture & Biology 47% stereotype Social Sciences 42% woman Earth & Environmental Sciences 32% Parenting Medicine & Life Sciences 28% parenting Agriculture & Biology 25% Data for: Sex-Age Stereotyping: Social Perceivers as Lay Adaptationists Sng, O. (Contributor), Williams, K. E. G. (Contributor) & Neuberg, S. (Contributor), Mendeley Data, 2019 DOI: 10.17632/tc9vf5jb6m.1, https://data.mendeley.com/datasets/tc9vf5jb6m Sng, O., Williams, K. E. G., & Neuberg, S. L. (2020). Sex-age stereotyping: Social perceivers as lay adaptationists. Evolution and Human Behavior, 41(2), 136-149. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.evolhumbehav.2019.12.001 Sex-age stereotyping : Social perceivers as lay adaptationists. / Sng, Oliver; Williams, Keelah E.G.; Neuberg, Steven L. In: Evolution and Human Behavior, Vol. 41, No. 2, 03.2020, p. 136-149. Sng, O, Williams, KEG & Neuberg, SL 2020, 'Sex-age stereotyping: Social perceivers as lay adaptationists', Evolution and Human Behavior, vol. 41, no. 2, pp. 136-149. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.evolhumbehav.2019.12.001 Sng O, Williams KEG, Neuberg SL. Sex-age stereotyping: Social perceivers as lay adaptationists. Evolution and Human Behavior. 2020 Mar;41(2):136-149. doi: 10.1016/j.evolhumbehav.2019.12.001 Sng, Oliver ; Williams, Keelah E.G. ; Neuberg, Steven L. / Sex-age stereotyping : Social perceivers as lay adaptationists. 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Agent Zero Pleads Guilty to Gun Charge Prosecutors to recommend sentence on low end of guidelines By JOSEPH WHITE and Pat Collins • Published at 2:05 pm on January 15, 2010 There was no joking on this day for Gilbert Arenas. The Wizards star (and self-proclaimed jokester) walked into D.C. Superior Court Friday afternoon and pleaded guilty to a gun charge. In exchange for his plea, prosecutors recommended a sentence in the low end of guidelines, in the neighborhood of six to 24 months with probation, a split sentence or incarceration allowable. The felony charge of carrying a pistol without a license carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison. Arenas also agreed not to possess any firearms and to surrender his passport. "He accepted full responsibility for his actions, acknowledged that those actions were wrong and against the law and has apologized to all who have been affected by his conduct," said Arenas's attorney, Ken Wainstein, in a statement released on his client's behalf Friday afternoon. Sentencing was scheduled for March 26. Although Arenas acknowledged bringing four guns to the locker room, prosecutors agreed not to file any other charges. Prosecutors charged Arenas directly. A grand jury investigation hasn't led to an indictment. Ever since he first acknowledged keeping guns in his locker, Arenas has publicly employed the "goof ball" defense, claiming he wasn't aware of the law, meant no harm and never takes anything seriously. The NBA and the Wizards had a far more serious response. Wizards teammate Antawn Jamison said Friday he hasn't talked to Arenas. "Hopefully he's doing better than what I'd be doing in the situation or better than I expect," Jamison said from the team's morning practice in Chicago. "But one thing about Gilbert, he's a tough-minded individual." The three-time All-Star has acknowledged storing four unloaded guns in his locker at the Verizon Center, saying he wanted to keep them away from his young children and didn't know it was a violation of the city's strict gun laws. He said he took them out of the locker Dec. 21 in a "misguided effort to play a joke" on a teammate. The charge was made hours after the teammate, Javaris Crittenton, had his Arlington, Va., apartment searched by police looking for a silver- or chrome-colored semiautomatic handgun with a black handle. The search warrant indicated police were investigating crimes that include brandishing a weapon. No evidence was seized, according to court documents, and Crittenton has not been charged. Arenas and Crittenton started bickering over gambling losses during a card game on the team plane as the Washington Wizards flew home from a West Coast road trip on Dec. 19. Their dispute became heated when the team reconvened for practice two days later, when Arenas took the guns from his locker. There have been conflicting published accounts as to whether Crittenton also had a gun and whether he drew it on Arenas and whether he may have secretly removed it from the locker room. Arenas' lawyer, Crittenton's lawyer and the NBA had no comment on the criminal charge. Crittenton has previously said he did nothing wrong, and his agent, Mark Bartelstein, said his client was there during the apartment search on Thursday. "It went as smooth as it could have gone," Bartelstein said. Even if Arenas avoids a jail sentence, the outcome of the legal process will have important implications on his future in the NBA and specifically with the Wizards. Possession of a gun at an NBA arena is a violation of the league's collective bargaining agreement, and last week commissioner David Stern suspended Arenas indefinitely without pay pending the outcome of the investigation, a move supported by the Wizards. Stern was particularly upset that Arenas repeatedly joked about the matter with reporters and on Twitter. Arenas at one point said: "I'm a goof ball and that's what I am, so even doing something like this, I'm going to make fun of it and that's how I am." "Playing with firearms is no joke," said U.S. Attorney Channing Phillips. "Today's guilty plea to a felony count of carrying a pistol without a license reflects the seriousness and grave risk of such conduct." One day after Arenas pantomimed shooting teammates in a pregame huddle before a game at Philadelphia, Stern levied the indefinite suspension by declaring Arenas "not currently fit to take the court" and said the 28-year-old player's conduct will "ultimately result in a substantial suspension, and perhaps worse." In addition, the Wizards could attempt to invoke the morals clause found in standard NBA contracts and void the remainder of the six-year, $111 million deal Arenas signed in summer 2008. The players' union would almost certainly contest such a move. "We will continue to lend our full support to Gilbert and will assist him in every way possible to see this matter through," union executive director Billy Hunter said. Arenas has played in only 34 games since signing the contract because of a knee injury and the guns-related suspension. He was averaging 22.6 points and 7.2 assists this season for the Wizards, who are 12-25 and in last place in the NBA's Southeast Division. The team has removed nearly all traces of the once-marketable Agent Zero from the Verizon Center, including Arenas merchandise with the jersey No. 0 and a huge banner with his photo. The case has proved a major distraction for a troubled team. At least seven Wizards players and coach Flip Saunders have appeared before a grand jury or been questioned by authorities, leaving the team without enough players to hold a regular practice on some days. "The players are going through a lot individually having to deal with the meetings with lawyers, with the grand jury and those things," Saunders said in Chicago. "We had probably the quietest bus ride over here. I think my guys are just kind of, almost trying to catch their breath a little bit." Arenas has been told to stay away from team functions during his suspension, and Crittenton, who has not played this season because of a foot injury, has been excused by the team while the legal process plays out. "We are aware of the charge filed against Gilbert Arenas today and will continue to follow the ongoing legal process very carefully," the Wizards said in a statement Thursday. "We will also continue to cooperate fully with the proper authorities and the NBA." Arenas has a prior gun conviction. He was found guilty of possessing an unregistered firearm during a traffic stop in 2003 in San Francisco.

The Group of Hope has been underway since 2002 and has survived to challenge all attempts to shut it down. This unique, prisoner-initiated program, begun in Brandvlei Prison, a maximum-security facility near Worcester in the Western Cape, offers the only alternative to joining the notorious prison gang system in South Africa. The group continues to challenge everyone's perceptions about prisoners. In the end, the program is not just about the people in the Group, for the membership changes as inmates join and some are eventually released back into their communities; it is about the transformative power of hope and love in lives not accustomed to such possibilities. The men of the Group of Hope have adopted many orphaned and vulnerable children from the surrounding townships. They raise money to help feed, clothe and keep these children in school by making jewelry out of recycled paper. As one group member says, I am not just rolling paper beads, I am rolling opportunities for our orphans. Each and every bead contains them. The children regularly visit their unlikely benefactors and the bond between them has transformed both sets of lives. The Group of Hope inmates also run HIV prevention campaigns within the prison, as well as workshops for troubled youths from the community. Brothers for All was created in 2012 to enable the Group of Hope members to continue changing their own and other people's lives when they are released from prison. Proceeds from the sale of every book purchased on this website will benefit the orphaned and vulnerable children of The Woza Moya Project and the Group of Hope in South Africa.

Initial reactions on the forums are luke-warm. There is a lot of concern amongst compositors that Fusion will be EOL and be replaced by Resolve. That said, the two tools serve different workflows and needs. The new version of Fusion brings more GPU acceleration, and an updated interface. Tracking operations, 3D compositing and rotoscoping are all GPU accelerated improving overall performance and stability. They've also released Fusion Player, and playback and review tool designed to fit the needs of VFX production. Falling into the bad-news category is that there is no longer a free version of Fusion, but you can still get Resolve for free, which would suit the needs of most people learning motion design or compositing. That said, for $299 Fusion is an absolutely incredible deal. It's one of the most complete compositing tools available, and at that price point every indie motion designer, compositor, or film maker should consider adding it to their toolkit. You can read the press release here, and get Fusion here.

Project Evaluation - Cash Flows, IFF, NPV & IRR Project Evaluation Suppose you have been hired as a financial consultant to Defense Electronics, Inc. (DEI), a large, publicly traded firm that is the market share leader in radar detection systems (RDSs). The company is looking at setting up a manufacturing plant overseas to produce a new line of RDSs. This will be a seven-year project. The company bought some land three years ago for $8 million in anticipation of using it as a toxic dump site for waste chemicals, but it built a piping system to safely discard the chemicals instead. The land was appraised last week for $10.2 million. In five years the land will probably be worth the same amount. The company wants to build its new manufacturing plant on this land; the plant will cost $30 million to build. DEI's tax rate is 35 percent. The project requires $900,000 in initial net working capital investment to get operational. RDS's cost of capital is 13% The manufacturing plant has an eight-year tax life, and DEI uses straight-line depreciation. At the end of the project (that is, the end of Year 7), the plant can be scrapped for $5 million. The company will incur $400,000 in annual fixed costs. The plan is to manufacture 17,000 RDSs per year and sell them at $10,000 per machine; the variable production costs are $9,000 per RDS. a. What are the project's annual operating cash flows? b. Draw a time line depicting all projects cash flows. Indicate cash outflows with (brackets). c. What is the project's IRR and NPV? IRR: ____________ NPV: ___________ d. What level of sales (in units) must RDS to achieve an IRR of 15%? https://brainmass.com/business/net-present-value/project-evaluation-cash-flows-iff-npv-irr-281637 Brain Mass 5.2.doc The expert examines project evaluations for cash flows, IFF, NPV and IRR.

maintaining and reinforcing gender stereotypes. The text enumerates multiple legal measures member states can take to combat the problem and lists many areas of society in which sexist behaviors permeate. It notes that because both women and men can be harmed by sexism, everyone has a vested interest in preventing sexist behaviors and reforming sexist policies. The resolution calls on public figures to utilize their position in society to condemn sexism and therefore raise awareness of the issue. Moreover, it calls for the utilization of non-masculine language and modern technology in order to create a movement that is both sensitive and effective in the modern age. Compiled from: Press Release - Council of Europe adopts first ever international legal instrument to stop sexism, Council of Europe; Recommendation CM/Rec(2019)1 of the Committee of Ministers to member States on preventing and combating sexism, Committee of Ministers, Council of Europe. Please see the Council of Europe and the Resolutions, Reports, and Advocacy Campaigns sections of this site.

We are a Pentecostal fellowship with purpose. We have a passion for the Lord, for the community, and spreading the Word through missions. Bishop Joseph Noncent has over 30 years of dedicated service in ministry to the people in the central New Jersey area.

Julie was a dedicated member of her conservative, Christian church until she turned 20 years old. While in college she met and fell in love with Omar, who identified as Muslim. Knowing her parents were still very dedicated to their religious beliefs, Julie feared that her family would reject her, or at minimum, be unsupportive of her relationship. After she and Omar had been dating for over a year, she finally told her parents about him and they were devastated. Her parents told their pastor and a few members of their church. Before long, a number of members of the congregation sent Julie emails and Facebook messages suggesting that she was "going against God" by dating a Muslim man and that they hoped she would repent of the hurt she was causing herself, her parents, and God. Julie decided to separate from the church completely. While she and Omar are now happily married, she still feels tangible pain and loss at all that transpired. John grew up Southern Baptist and enjoyed going to church. In particular, he loved sacred music and the feelings of "family" engendered by his church "home." When he was 9 years old he told his mom that he wanted to kiss a boy and she gave him a spanking and scolded that Jesus wouldn't love him if he kissed boys. John was confused and hurt, and consequently tried to keep what developed as a clear attraction to men at bay for 12 more years. Finally, after graduating from college and living on his own, he told his family that he was gay at the behest of friends. His parents officially disowned him and the church he grew up in could only offer that God would forgive him if he repented. John became very depressed and felt like he was being rejected by both his family and God. Mary was a religious studies major at a small, conservative Christian university. Her love for religious texts and public speaking made her want to become a pastor of a church and she hoped to obtain a Master of Divinity degree one day too. However, she found in her religious studies courses the men were always given more opportunities to lead than women. One day, she decided to approach her professor about her concerns and to ask why she wasn't being offered more opportunities within her department. Much to her dismay, her professor told her that women didn't belong in the pulpit. Mary desperately wanted to to believe that her professor was an outlier, but she felt outraged that anyone would perpetrate this sort of thing as a "Christian" position on women in ministry. Mary started to question her decisions to become a minster and felt like the rug was being pulled out from underneath her. "What if her professor was right?" she feared. For the past 4 years, Arturo had been of a local church renowned for its outreach ministries, winsome pastor, and amazing music. That church was affiliated with a larger network of churches started at a "mega church" located on the west coast. While he initially felt warmly welcomed, Arturo had a nagging suspicion that something was amiss in how the church, apparently sanctioned by the larger mega church, chose to run itself. In particular, the pastor had an awful lot of authority he seemed to be rather abusive with, often publicly belittling staff and/or lay leaders who had differences of opinion. What's more, the church culture at-large seemed to peddle mixed messages — on one hand, they said God loved him and exclaimed as much in sermons, but in practical, day to day community life within the church, Arturo often felt as if he was never quite good enough. When the pastor of the mega church recently resigned under scandal for abuses of authority, Arturo began to wonder if it was time to move on. Religious and spiritual communities are often where people commune not only with one other, but also with their understanding of a higher power. When one is not accepted in a religious or spiritual community or experiences overt rejection by a religious or spiritual community, it can be devastating. In fact, it can feel as though they're not only rejected by the people of the church, but by God too. Perhaps not surprisingly, this can take a rather large toll one's mental health, even causing people to experience depression, anxiety, loss, and isolation. Many people find the term "abuse" to be not entirely fitting of their experience, or may think that it overstates what has really gone on within their communities of faith. This is certainly sometimes a fair objection — many people have been a part of mostly "good" communities with a set of contradictory teachings or practices, or have suffered at the hands of just a few bad apples within the group at-large. Yet, even less extensively damaging but nonetheless negative religious or spiritual injuries ultimately have negative consequences for us. In time, they too can lead us to feeling confused, hurt, and generally at a loss as to how to pick up the pieces. For people struggling in this way, the primary network from whom they'd ordinarily receive support consists of other church members, meaning matters are often made worse as they feel they have no one with whom they can talk who doesn't have a vested interest in supporting the status quo. At Change, Inc., people looking for Nashville counseling for negative spiritual experiences or religious abuse clients are able to share about their experiences within faith or religious communities with someone who is non-judgmental and supportive, with no vested interest except seeing them understand and heal from their current predicaments. Therapists at Change, Inc. don't pressure clients to believe anything or to go to any church or spiritual community, but also won't judge people for desiring to continue in faith communities and/or to learn how to interact better. We believe that people are on their own paths, and that if they need to re-engage their faith communities, they will do so when it is right for them. What can I do to heal from spiritual abuse and trauma? Be patient with yourself – If it is taking time for you to recognize or heal from religious or spiritual uncertainty, it is most likely because you've invested time and energy into a faith community and belief system. Just as it took time for you to learn the practices and beliefs of that community, it will also take time for you to acknowledge and heal from the pain that has been caused by abusive behavior and environments as well. With time and support, you can experience healing. Disconnecting from a community or church/religious life for a time doesn't mean you'll always be disconnected. Sometimes we have to let go for long enough to get focus and clarity on just what's transpired, and when we're ready, we can re-engage with more understanding. Recognize shame for what it is – Sadly, many religious and spiritual communities use shame and fear to enforce beliefs and practices. Often, they have very nuanced explanations for why they do this, but they don't actually make these tactics any less shaming or fear-oriented. In many cases, people have internalized fear and shame from a very young age or for many years. In trying to find your way back, do your best to recognize the specific thoughts you have that are shaming you. Shame thoughts often start with "I should/shouldn't" or "I must/must not" or "I ought/ought not." Notice these and try to be more forgiving and kind with yourself. Get support – Because spiritual and religious abuse occurs in the context of relationships (within a faith community), it is important that the abuse is healed within a relational context as well. Forming a relationship with a skilled therapist that understands what it is like to go through this kind of struggle is key. Therapists can lead you through the stages of grief you are experiencing to begin and maintain recovery. At Change, Inc. our therapists will help you understand your feelings more thoroughly and supply you with the skills you need to heal your religious abuse or spiritual trauma. Our therapists aren't just expert counselors – they're agents of change! They can help you find a path of recovery from negative or abusive religious or spiritual experiences, free of judgment, and full of hope. Looking for help coping with negative religious experiences in Nashville, or Nashville counseling for religious or spiritual abuse?

Nigeria's Oldest World War II Veteran, Pa Aduku, Dies At 101 01 Jan, 2020 by Aljazirah news The oldest surviving soldier of the Nigerian Army, Pa Adama Aduku, died on Tuesday at age 101. The army announced the death of the World War II veteran on its Twitter handle on Wednesday. Pa Aduku's last public appearance was in 2019 at the Nigerian Army Day Celebrations in Lagos, where he was presented with an award of excellence by the Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo. Aduku reportedly joined the Nigerian contingent fighting for the British colonial army in Burma and Egypt during the Second World War II. Also Read: Annie Idibia celebrates 2face at 41 Aduku's death was also confirmed by one of his relations on a Whatsapp platform, belonging to the Director, Defence Information, Defence Headquarters, on Wednesday morning. "This gallant soldier could not make it into 2020. We lost him yesterday (Tuesday). Rest in peace, great uncle," the relation, Nats Odaudu, wrote. Aduku was born in 1918 in Abejukolo-Ife, in the Omaha Local Government Area of Kogi State and he joined the army in 1945. Also Read: Father Tries To Kill Self After Convicted Of Sexually Abusing Daughter Meanwhile, some Nigerians on social media have reacted to his death, asking the Federal Government to take care of his funeral and appreciate the family for his contributions to the country. "I was hoping to meet him one day and hear his real life accounts of the World War campaigns in Burma and Egypt. I hope someone had taken time to document it. The Nigerian government should take care of his funeral. That is the wish of the people. Give his family a plot of land in his state as an appreciation for his life of service. May his soul rest in peace," one of them wrote. Also Read: Nigerian Man listed among Britain's 'most wanted con artists' 'Chilling' With Coffee EFCC Faults Ex-BBNaija Housemate, Dorothy Over House Breaking Saga BBNaija Angel Is A Real Person, Ex-housemate, Maria BBNaija Teni Pledges Support For Liquorose Trickytee Shows Off Lovely Wedding Shots With Wife Things You May Not Know About BBnaija Season 6 Winner, Whitemoney Pa Aduku Egypt Advance To Next Level After Sudan Win CAF/FIFA Inspection: 10yrs After, Hope Rises For Moshood Abiola Stadium Electoral Act: NASS Bows To Buhari Raising Qualification Bar For Presidential Aspirants 2023: Where Are The Masquerades? read more January 1

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University of Valencia confers honorary doctorate on Jürgen Basedow Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. mult. Jürgen Basedow, LLM. (Harvard), Director Emeritus at the Max Planck Institute for Comparative and International Private Law, was awarded an honorary doctoral degree on 31 May 2019 from the Law Faculty of the University of Valencia. The University of Valencia numbers among Europe's oldest universities. It was founded at the start of the 16th century by Pope Alexander VI, of the Borgia family, and King Ferdinand II. Against the background of this Renaissance heritage, the acceptance speech of Jürgen Basedow traced the historic arc of legal scholarship over the last five decades. He described how a fundamental methodological change has taken place in light of a growing orientation on legal practice, advancing internationalisation and a movement towards collective and increasingly interdisciplinary research. The text of his remarks, in Spanish and German, can be downloaded below. Jürgen Basedow was director at the Max Planck Institute for Private Law from 1997 to 2017. Before his appointment at the Institute, he was dean of the Law Faculty at the University of Augsburg and professor at the Freie Universität Berlin. Additionally, he has served as guest professor at numerous universities around the world, including the Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3, Moscow State University, the University of Oxford, the Université Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas, New York University and the Hague Academy of International Law. He is a member of the Institut de droit international. The degree awarded by the University of Valencia is his sixth honorary doctorate.

Welcome to the Law Office of Mary Escamilla, PLLC - As of July 16, 2018 we are proud to announce we have joined the law firm of Gray Becker, P.C! We will wind down the Law Office of Mary Escamilla, PLLC, including our emails and this website over the coming months, but our phone number will continue to work. We will continue to honor the rates offered to former clients and are happy to help and consult with any former clients. Representing family law clients in Austin, San Antonio, and counties across Texas since 2005. Mary Escamilla, and her legal staff are here to help. Click here to learn more about Mary. Not sure if you need a lawyer? We are here to help! The Texas State Capitol building. The Texas state Capitol grounds. We are conveniently located within walking distance of the Travis County Civil and Criminal Courthouses. We offer free parking. Click the Contact link to schedule an office visit and a free initial consultation.

I believe that angels are spiritual, heavenly beings created by God before he created earth and all that inhabits earth (Job 38:4-7, Col. 1:16). Angels were created higher than man (Ps. 8:4-6, Heb. 2:5-9) but will one day be subject to judgment by man (1 Cor. 6:3). As with man, angels were all created as good (Gen. 1:31); as with man—though before man—some angels sinned and were subjected to judgment (2 Pet. 2:4). These fallen angels are called demons and are led by Satan, the prince of demons (Matt. 12:24ff). PERSONALITY AND NAMES. Angels are personal beings (Heb. 1:5-7) with unique personalities, characteristics, and roles. They have minds (Eph. 3:10), emotions (Luke 2:13 & 15:10), and wills (Dan. 4:17, 1 Pet. 1:12). They communicate with God (Job 1-2), man (Num. 22:32, Matt. 1:20, Heb. 2:2), and each other (Isa. 6:3, 1 Cor. 13:1). They are holy (Mark 8:38, Acts 10:22, Rev. 14:10). Two angels are named: Michael (Jude 9) and Gabriel (Dan. 8:16 & 9:21; Luke 1:19 & 26). KINDS AND CLASSIFICATIONS. Three kinds or ranks of angels are explicitly identified: archangels, cherubim, and seraphim. Michael is called "the archangel" (Jude 9), but is not the only one of that rank (1 Thess. 4:16). The cherubim—most often associated with God's presence and glory (Ezek. 9:3, 10:4ff, 11:22)—take many forms, having differing numbers of wings and numbers and types of faces (Exod. 25:20 & 37:7-9; Ezek. 10:14 & 41:18). The LORD is said to ride on a cherub (2 Sam. 22:11, Ps. 18:10). The seraphim—mentioned only in Isa. 6:2 & 6—are associated there with the throne room of God, where they constantly praise and worship him and seem to participate with him as ministers (though not agents) of atonement (Isa. 6:7). Their name means "burning ones." The angels are called sons of God (Gen. 6:2; Deut. 32:8; Job 1:6, 2:1, & 38:7), watchers (Dan. 4:13 & 17), and princes (Dan. 10:13). MINISTRY. Angels are ministering spirits (Heb. 1:14) who guard, comfort, counsel, and direct men (2 Ki. 6:17, Dan. 10:2-9, Mark 1:13, Luke 22:43, Ac. 12). They carry messages from God (Gen. 16:9-11, 1 Ki. 13:18, Matt. 1:20 & 2:13; Luke 1:11 & 26; Ac. 8:26) and at times compel obedience or enforce or carry out God's will (Gen. 3:24, Num. 22:2ff, 2 Sam. 24:16). They aid in believers' prayers (Rev. 8:2-4) and in answering those prayers (Ac. 12:5-7). Angels praise and worship God (Ps 103:20-21, Isa. 6:2-3). While most often unseen (2 Ki. 6:17), angels appear at times in superhuman form (Matt. 28:2-3, Luke 2:8ff) and at other times in human form (Gen. 18:2, 16, & 22; Num. 22:31, Luke 24:4). Whenever gender is ascribed to angels, whether grammatically or in physical description, it is always masculine. Though neither omniscient nor omnipotent, angels are described as having superhuman knowledge and power (2 Sam. 14:20, Matt. 24:36; 2 Pet 2:11, 2 Chr. 32:21). Nonetheless, they learn from humans (Eph. 3:10). I believe that Satan and demons are angels that fell from their exalted position in creation because of pride (Ezek. 28) and were cast into eternal judgment (John 16:11, 2 Pet. 2:4). Satan is a cherub (Ezek. 28:14ff), though fallen; he is the prince of demons (Matt. 9:34) and ruler of the world (John 14:30). His name means "adversary;" with his demons, Satan's primary purpose is to oppose God, his work, and his people. He is a liar (John 8:44) and deceiver (Gen. 3:13, Rev. 12:19). Though judged already and subject to future, eternal judgment, Satan and the demons have power and authority to work in creation (Luke 4:5-6, 1 John 2:16); yet this power is limited by God's sovereignty (Job 1:12, 2:6; 2 Thess. 2:6) and God accomplishes his own purposes through Satan's evil schemes (Gen. 45:5, 8; 50:20; Est. 4:14). Satan and demons resist believers and the angels sent to aid them (Dan. 10:13). Their knowledge, power, and presence are limited; some demons are more powerful than others (Mark 9:28-29). As spiritual beings they influence and lead unbelievers (2 Cor. 4:4, Eph. 2:1-3) through lies and deception. They can and must be resisted by wearing the armor of God and wielding Word of God (Jas. 4:7; Luke 4:2ff; Eph. 6:11; 1 Pet. 5:8-9). Ultimately, Satan and his angels will be cast into eternal torment (Matt. 25:41, Rev. 20:10) with no hope of redemption or salvation.

Girò il suo primo film, The Eternal City, nel 1915. Fu interprete di una settantina di pellicole in gran parte perdute. Vita privata Pauline Frederick si sposò cinque volte. Il primo marito, nel 1909, fu il noto architetto Frank Mills Andrews. Divorziò da lui nel 1913. Il secondo - dal 1917 al 1919 -, fu l'attore Willard Mack; il terzo, il dottor C.A. Rutherford e il quarto Hugh C. Leighton. L'attrice si sposò per la quinta e ultima volta con Joseph A. Marmon (1875 - 1934), un militare di carriera che aveva partecipato alla guerra ispano-americana, all'insurrezione nelle Filippine e alla prima guerra mondiale. Nonostante il colonnello Moran fosse seriamente ammalato (morì dopo nemmeno un anno di matrimonio), Pauline Frederick volle comunque sposarlo. Negli anni venti, l'attrice ebbe una relazione che durò due anni con Clark Gable, all'epoca giovane attore emergente. Morte Pauline Frederick morì a 55 anni il 19 settembre 1938 e venne sepolta al Grand View Memorial Park di Glendale (Los Angeles). Galleria d'immagini Riconoscimenti Per il suo contributo all'industria cinematografica, l'attrice viene ricordata con una stella sulla Hollywood Walk of Fame al 7000 di Hollywood Blvd. Filmografia La filmografia è completa. Quando manca il nome del regista, questo non viene riportato nei titoli Attrice The Eternal City, regia di Hugh Ford e Edwin S. Porter (1915) Sold, regia di Hugh Ford e Edwin S. Porter (1915) Zaza, regia di Hugh Ford e Edwin S. Porter (1915) Bella Donna, regia di Hugh Ford e Edwin S. Porter (1915) Lydia Gilmore, regia di Hugh Ford e Edwin S. Porter (1915) The Spider, regia di Robert G. Vignola (1916) Audrey, regia di Robert G. Vignola (1916) The Moment Before, regia di Robert G. Vignola (1916) The World's Great Snare, regia di Joseph Kaufman (1916) The Woman in the Case, regia di Hugh Ford (1916) Ashes of Embers, regia di Edward José e Joseph Kaufman (1916) Nanette of the Wilds, regia di Joseph Kaufman (1916) The Slave Island (1916) The Slave Market, regia di Hugh Ford (1917) Sapho, regia di Hugh Ford (1917) Povero cuore (Sleeping Fires), regia di Hugh Ford (1917) Her Better Self, regia di Robert G. Vignola (1917) The Love That Lives, regia di Robert G. Vignola (1917) Double Crossed, regia di Robert G. Vignola (1917) The Hungry Heart, regia di Robert G. Vignola (1917) Mrs. Dane's Defense, regia di Hugh Ford (1918) Madame Jealousy, regia di Robert G. Vignola (1918) La Tosca, regia di Edward José (1918) Resurrection, regia di Edward José (1918) Her Final Reckoning, regia di Émile Chautard (1918) Fedora, regia di Edward José (1918) Stake Uncle Sam to Play Your Hand (1918) A Daughter of the Old South, regia di Émile Chautard (1918) Out of the Shadow, regia di Emile Chautard (1919) The Woman on the Index, regia di Hobart Henley (1919) Paid in Full, regia di Emile Chautard (1919) One Week of Life, regia di Hobart Henley (1919) The Fear Woman, regia di J.A. Barry (1919) The Peace of Roaring River, regia di Hobart Henley e Victor Schertzinger (1919) Bonds of Love, regia di Reginald Barker (1919) The Loves of Letty, regia di Frank Lloyd (1919) The Paliser Case, regia di William Parke (1920) The Woman in Room 13, regia di Frank Lloyd (1920) Madame X, regia di Frank Lloyd (1920) A Slave of Vanity, regia di Henry Otto (1920) The Mistress of Shenstone, regia di Henry King (1921) Vie del destino (Roads of Destiny), regia di Frank Lloyd (1921) Salvage, regia di Henry King (1921) The Sting of the Lash, regia di Henry King (1921) The Lure of Jade, regia di Colin Campbell (1921) The Woman Breed (1922) Two Kinds of Women, regia di Colin Campbell (1922) The Glory of Clementina, regia di Émile Chautard (1922) Let Not Man Put Asunder, regia di J. Stuart Blackton (1924) Married Flirts, regia di Robert G. Vignola (1924) Tre donne (Three Women), regia di Ernst Lubitsch (1924) Smouldering Fires, regia di Clarence Brown (1925) Her Honor, the Governor, regia di Chester Withey (1926) Devil's Island, regia di Frank O'Connor (1926) Josselyn's Wife, regia di Richard Thorpe (1926) Mumsie, regia di Herbert Wilcox (1927) The Nest, regia di William Nigh (1927) Sotto processo (On Trial), regia di Archie Mayo (1928) Evidence, regia di John G. Adolfi (1929) The Sacred Flame, regia di Archie Mayo (1929) Terra Melophon Magazin Nr. 1, regia di Rudolf Biebrach (1930) This Modern Age, regia di Nick Grinde (1931) Wayward, regia di Edward Sloman (1932) The Phantom of Crestwood, regia di J. Walter Ruben (1932) Self Defense, regia di Phil Rosen (1932) Social Register, regia di Marshall Neilan (1934) My Marriage, regia di George Archainbaud (1936) Ramona, regia di Henry King (1936) Thank You, Mr. Moto, regia di Norman Foster (1937) Filmati dove appare Pauline Frederick United States Fourth Liberty Loan Drive, regia di Frank Lloyd (1918) Screen Snapshots Series 21, No. 2, regia di Ralph Staub (1941) Spettacoli teatrali The Rogers Brothers in Harvard (1902) A Princess of Kensington (1903) It Happened in Nordland (1904) When Knights Were Bold (1907) Twenty Days in the Shade (1908) Toddles (1908) Samson (1908) The Dollar Mark (1909) The Fourth Estate (1909) The Paper Chase (1912) Joseph and His Brethren (1913) Innocent (1914) The Guilty One (1923) When the Bough Breaks (1932) Housewarming (1932) Her Majesty the Widow (1934) The Masque of Kings (1936) Note Bibliografia Ray Stuart Immortals of the Screen, Bonanza Books, New York 1965 Voci correlate Celebrità della Hollywood Walk of Fame Altri progetti Collegamenti esterni Pauline Frederick su Silentera Cinema muto statunitense

I've scoured my various holiday albums and over the years I have been on quite a few African riding safaris – here are some of the best riding safari photos in Africa. Singita Grumeti arranges day rides from its lodges and tented camps, or multi-day riding holidays in Tanzania's Serengeti. Singita Grumeti has closed however we can recommend other similar rides. The wildebeest migration moves through the Serengeti and passes Singita Grumeti between May and July most years. A holiday here is one of the best ways to see the migration from horseback. Singita Grumeti has closed however we can recommend other similar rides. Offbeat Riding Safaris is a Kenyan company running riding holidays in the Masai Mara and beyond. Limpopo Horse Safaris is based in the Tuli area of Botswana and offers holidays for riders and non-riders alike. Wildlife trusts humans on a horse and seeing predators without the noise of a diesel engine from a game vehicle is one of the finest safari holiday experiences. Wide open spaces and good ground make Tuli region in Botswana an excellent place for a fast ride. Safaris Unlimited understands a riding safari holiday is not just about the riding, but the holiday aspect is important too! Borana offers riding as a safari activity from its lodge in Kenya's Laikipia region. Different seasons in Tuli bring a variety of riding experiences as the flora and fauna changes with the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall. Ride Botswana offers riding safari holidays on and around the salt pans of Makgadikgadi. Namibia Horse Safaris offers experienced riders extraordinary riding holidays in the arid, striking landscape of Namibia. Ol Malo's overnight camps in Laikipia may look simple, but there'll be ice in the G&T's and a freshly cooked meal waiting at the end of a day's riding. The horses are well-schooled and the landscapes are jaw dropping. A riding safari holiday is among the best ways to explore Africa. Gordie Church of Safaris Unlimited leads the way across this swollen river, adding even more excitement to you riding day. I'm a director at Aardvark Safaris (@AliceGully) and mother of triplets, I own an eventer and two ponies, and have been tailoring African trips for families for over 16 years. If you would like to ride on a personally guided tour with me I will be hosting a group safari ride in Kenya in October 2018. The 7 day Masai Mara riding safari is run by Safaris Unlimited. It will be a seven day safari, enjoying superb game viewing in one of Africa's most famous wildlife areas riding alongside wildebeest, zebra, giraffe and gazelle. Contact me if you would like further information on this trip or any other riding safaris.

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Swami and Friends Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Chapter 19 All Themes The Political and the Personal Under British Colonial Rule Education and Oppression The Fluidity of Identity Innocence, Family, and Growing Up All Characters Swami Rajam Mani Swami's Father Swami's Mother Swami's Grandmother / Granny Swami's Brother Rajam's Father Somu Sankar "The Pea" Mission School Headmaster Mr. Ebenezar Board School Headmaster The Coachman The Coachman's Son Karrupan Dr. Kesavan Ranga Mr. Nair All Symbols Swami's Cap Cricket The Book of Fairy Tales Instant downloads of all 1202 LitChart PDFs (including Swami and Friends). The Political and the Personal Under British Colonial Rule Education and Oppression The Fluidity of Identity Innocence, Family, and Growing Up Swami's Father Swami's Mother Swami's Grandmother / Granny Swami's Brother Rajam's Father Somu Sankar "The Pea" Mission School Headmaster Mr. Ebenezar Board School Headmaster The Coachman The Coachman's Son Karrupan Dr. Kesavan Mr. Nair Swami's Cap The Book of Fairy Tales Rajam's Father Character Analysis Rajam's father is the Police Superintendent and acts as a powerful figure in the community. Swami and Mani are initially very excited to be associated with the Police Superintendent through their new friend Rajam, and Swami is impressed with the luxury of his household. Later, Rajam's father becomes a symbol of political conflict when Swami witnesses him ordering the police force to violently break up the crowd of protesters. However, Rajam's father remains kind in person to Rajam and his friends, and plays an important role in rescuing Swami at the novel's conclusion. Rajam's Father Quotes in Swami and Friends The Swami and Friends quotes below are all either spoken by Rajam's Father or refer to Rajam's Father. For each quote, you can also see the other characters and themes related to it (each theme is indicated by its own dot and icon, like this one: ). Note: all page numbers and citation info for the quotes below refer to the University of Chicago Press edition of Swami and Friends published in 1980. 'His father is the Police Superintendent. He is the master of every policeman here.' Granny was impressed. She said that it must be a tremendous office indeed. She then recounted the day when her husband, Swaminathan's grandfather, was a powerful submagistrate, in which office he made the police force tremble before him, and the fiercest dacoits of the place flee. Swaminathan waited impatiently for her to finish the story. Related Characters: Rajam, Swami's Grandmother / Granny, Rajam's Father Unlock explanations and citation info for this and every other Swami and Friends quote. When he turned his head Swaminathan saw to his horror that it was Rajam's father! Swaminathan could not help feeling sorry that it should be Rajam's father. Rajam's father! Rajam's father to be at the head of those traitors! The Deputy Superintendent of Police fixed his eyes on his wrist-watch and said, 'I declare this assembly unlawful. I give it five minutes to disperse.' At the end of five minutes he looked up and uttered in a hollow voice the word, 'Charge.' Related Characters: Rajam's Father (speaker), Swami Page Number and Citation: 101-102 Get the entire Swami and Friends LitChart as a printable PDF. Rajam's Father Character Timeline in Swami and Friends The timeline below shows where the character Rajam's Father appears in Swami and Friends. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance. ...the class enough to be a rival to the powerful Mani. Swami points out that Rajam's father is the Police Superintendant, but Mani says that he doesn't care and hints that he... (full context) ...fight at the river the following evening. Mani asks Rajam to promise not to tell Rajam's father about the fight and Rajam agrees. (full context) ...his new friend Rajam and how wonderful he is, and he expresses particular excitement that Rajam's father is the Police Superintendent. Swami goes on to list all of Rajam's good qualities, often... (full context) ...can use his room to host Rajam, and his father agrees when he hears that Rajam's father is the Police Superintendent. (full context) ...the center of town, where a large group of police is waiting. Swami realizes that Rajam's father is leading these menacing men, a fact which horrifies him. Swami watches as Rajam's father... (full context) ...secret from his father, but upon arriving home his father immediately begins talking about how Rajam's father is "a butcher," which Swami finds himself agreeing with as he remembers his brutal behavior.... (full context) ...the meantime, they make bats from a wooden box and get used tennis balls from Rajam's father 's club and begin practicing without their complete supplies. The Pea joins their team, along... (full context) ...him and treated him well. He is also touched at the memory of how kind Rajam's father and his own father were, and he remembers with happiness how everyone laughed when he... (full context) ...train arrives and Rajam's mother gets in as the policemen say goodbye to Rajam and Rajam's father . Swami finds Mani and asks if Rajam will speak to him, and Mani says... (full context) Sheldon-Dean, Hannah. "Swami and Friends Characters: Rajam's Father." LitCharts. LitCharts LLC, 23 Jul 2018. Web. 18 Jan 2020. Sheldon-Dean, Hannah. "Swami and Friends Characters: Rajam's Father." LitCharts LLC, July 23, 2018. Retrieved January 18, 2020. https://www.litcharts.com/lit/swami-and-friends/characters/rajam-s-father.

Keyword: lurch Code Name 'Project Hanson': Insider Documents Reveal How Hunter Biden Associates Helped Chinese Military Contractor Acquire Michigan Dual-Use Manufacturer 10/23/2020 11:48:03 AM PDT · by knighthawk · 8 replies Breitbart ^ | October 23 2020 | PETER SCHWEIZER and SEAMUS BRUNER In September 2015, the Obama-Biden administration approved the sale of a strategically sensitive Michigan manufacturer, Henniges Automotive, to a firm connected to Joe Biden's son, Hunter, and a Chinese military contractor that was on an American watch list because of its close ties to the People's Liberation Army. Hunter Biden's equity fund, backed by the Communist Chinese government, and the Chinese contractor, Aviation Industry Corporation (AVIC), needed special approval for the deal from the Committee of Foreign Investment in the U.S. (CIFIUS) because Henniges produced technology with potential military use. AVIC entities have been sanctioned by the United States on... Trump Humiliated the Middle East Negotiation 'Experts' 10/02/2020 7:01:54 AM PDT · by Red Badger · 26 replies www.americanthinker.com ^ | October 2, 2020 | By Alexander G. Markovsky If a visitor from Mars observed press coverage of President Donald Trump Middle East peace negotiations, he would have heard an amazing tale about Donald Trump's incompetence and futility of his efforts. The most experienced negotiator, John Kerry, declared in 2016 "There will be no separate peace between Israel and the Arab world…. No. No, no, and no." In April 2016 Harvard Business Review wrote, "The Donald Trump approach to negotiation would be not only ineffective but also disastrous." In October 2019 The Atlantic posted an article "Trump's Middle East Policy Is a Fraud." Infamous for its foresight, especially when... Kerry Preparing Grounds to Unconcede; Election Challenge likely on Jan 6th 12/25/2004 1:17:51 AM PST · by Petronski · 102 replies · 2,397+ views Break for News ^ | 12-24-04 | Fintan Election Challenge likely on Jan 6th If you haven't been following John Kerry closely, get ready to hear of surprising developments. The vote-defrauded, potential president-in-waiting has just indicated through his lawyer that the validity of George Bush's reelection is no longer a given. On 23 December, 2004 Kerry's lawyer confirmed to MSNBC's 'Countdown' that John Kerry will be seeking (likely on Monday 27 Dec.) to expedite court proceedings in an ongoing recount suit by the Green and Libertarian parties. That might sound like just another "count every vote" exercise by the Kerry campaign, were it not for two important details.... Scientists Combat Anti-Semitism With Artificial Intelligence 09/21/2020 12:35:33 PM PDT · by nickcarraway · 20 replies KOB4 ^ | September 21, 2020 | Kristen Grieshaber An international team of scientists said Monday it had joined forces to combat the spread of anti-Semitism online with the help of artificial intelligence. The project Decoding Anti-Semitism includes discourse analysts, computational linguists and historians who will develop a "highly complex, AI-driven approach to identifying online anti-Semitism," the Alfred Landecker Foundation, which supports the project, said in a statement Monday. "In order to prevent more and more users from becoming radicalized on the web, it is important to identify the real dimensions of anti-Semitism - also taking into account the implicit forms that might become more explicit over time," said... John Kerry Taunted After Video Surfaces of Him Declaring Peace in the Middle East Is Not Possible 09/19/2020 8:56:36 AM PDT · by rustyweiss74 · 23 replies MenRec ^ | 09/19/2020 | Staff Video has surfaced of former Secretary of State John Kerry adamantly insisting Middle East peace was not possible without the Palestinians. The comments, viewed in the prism of President Trump's recent historic peace deal between Israel, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and the Kingdom of Bahrain, led to mockery on social media . The Abraham Accords, which President Trump aptly described as "the dawn of a new Middle East," were signed earlier this week by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan, and Bahrain Foreign Minister Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalif, and will involve establishing... FLASHBACK: Experts Predicted Jerusalem Embassy Move Would Kill Middle East Peace 09/15/2020 8:12:11 PM PDT · by MarvinStinson · 12 replies freebeacon ^ | SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 | David Rutz With Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain signing a historic treaty at the White House on Tuesday, the Washington Free Beacon looks back on predictions of Middle East turmoil when the Trump administration recognized Jerusalem as Israel's capital in 2018. Although critics such as former secretary of state John Kerry proclaimed at the time that the rejection of Palestinian claims to the city would stymie peace efforts in the Middle East or lead to violence, the UAE and Bahrain announced they would formally recognize Israel and establish diplomatic relations with the Jewish state. President Donald Trump and Israeli prime... Hunter Biden's investment fund helped Communist China obtain Michigan auto parts maker (Obama approved sale) cut?) 09/09/2020 8:54:10 AM PDT · by Liz · 13 replies justthenews.com ^ | 2/9/20 | JOHN SOLOMON NOTE: The Obama administration approved the Biden-connected sale; Hunter partnered w/ co-buyer, AVIC,..... identified as a front for Communist China's military....... The Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) is a Chinese state-owned aerospace and defense conglomerate. It is ranked 151st in the Fortune Global 500 list as of 2019, and has over 100 subsidiaries, 27 listed companies and 500,000 employees across the globe. ============================================== As he was sewing up the Democrat nomination this spring, Joe Biden surprised many in foreign policy circles by publishing an essay arguing it was time to "get tough with China" and to stop its "robbing... Hunter Biden-tied fund helped Communist China obtain a Michigan auto parts maker 09/09/2020 7:45:05 AM PDT · by Hojczyk · 3 replies Just the News ^ | September 9, 2020 - 1:25am | By Seamus Bruner and John Solomon But for U.S. security experts, it was remarkable for another reason: An investment fund named Bohai Harvest RST (BHR) partly owned and directed by Biden's son, Hunter, and Secretary of State John Kerry's stepson, Chris Heinz, had just a few years earlier played a vital role in facilitating the sale of the Michigan-based auto parts maker Henniges Automotive to one of China's main military aircraft makers, Aviation Industry Corporation of China or AVIC. That 2015 transaction approved by the Obama administration and its Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) came just 15 months after the United States... Dem convention showed the real reason D.C. hates Trump Exclusive: Curtis Ellis spotlights John Kerry's 'rare moment of truth' in his recent speech 08/22/2020 9:00:20 AM PDT · by rktman · 40 replies wnd.com ^ | 8/21/2020 | Curtis Ellis The Democratic National Virtual Convention opened Monday with a two-hour prime-time bash Trump fest. If nothing else, we learned the Washington establishment hates Donald Trump. In Tuesday's installment, we learned why. It has nothing to do with Charlottesville, the post office or Twitter. (continued below) History Keeps Proving John Kerry Wrong 08/21/2020 9:19:07 AM PDT · by Kaslin · 17 replies Townhall.com ^ | August 21, 2020 | David Harsanyi It took approximately 20 seconds for former Secretary of State John Kerry to drop the first flagrant lie in his Democratic National Convention speech on Tuesday, when he claimed that the Obama administration's so-called Iran deal had "eliminated the threat of an Iran with a nuclear weapon." It didn't get any better from there. Kerry knows well that sunset provisions in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action provided Iran's government with a pathway to building nuclear weapons in a few years. He knows well that Israel uncovered a giant cache of documents with instructions on how to jumpstart a program... President Trump's Successes in the Middle East Are Historic: ISIS Is Destroyed, Iranian Regime Is Contained and First Peace Treaty in Region in 25 Years 08/17/2020 10:07:05 AM PDT · by SeekAndFind · 18 replies Gateway Pundit ^ | 08/17/2020 | Joe Hoft President Trump is destroying Obama's insane Middle East policies one day at a time and the world is a much safer place. Politico Magazine surprisingly uncovered and released a report critical of the Obama Administration shortly after the 2016 election entitled, "The secret backstory of how Obama let Hezbollah off the hook". The long piece started: In its determination to secure a nuclear deal with Iran, the Obama administration derailed an ambitious law enforcement campaign targeting drug trafficking by the Iranian-backed terrorist group Hezbollah, even as it was funneling cocaine into the United States, according to a POLITICO investigation.The campaign,... FLASHBACK: Obama Gave Iran, UAE, Saddam's Bomb-maker Family Lease to US Port 07/03/2019 9:26:43 AM PDT · by bitt · 12 replies independentsentinel.com ^ | 1/11/2017 | S. Noble The left is worried about Trump's conflict of interests. Maybe they should worry about Barack Hussein Obama's conflicts of interest. Lease Given to Our Enemies The family of Iraqi nuclear physicist Dr. Jafar Dhia Jafar, "the father of Iraq's nuclear weapons program," has been awarded a 35-year lease for cargo container operations at Port Canaveral, Florida. The Center for Security Policy reports that two intrepid researchers produced a paper titled, Secret Deal Allows Company Tied to Saddam's Nuclear Bombmaker, Iran and U.A.E. to Manage Key Florida Port Facilities. The paper notes that Secretary of the Treasury Jack Lew unilaterally approved... Kerry lobbied UAE to drop CAIR from terror list 02/01/2017 9:13:27 AM PST · by Olog-hai · 16 replies One News Now ^ | Wednesday, January 25, 2017 | Michael F. Haverluck When serving under the Obama administration, Secretary of State John Kerry lobbied on behalf of two highly questionable Islamic organizations to get the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to remove them from its list of terrorist groups. Both of the groups — which have had great influence on President Barack Obama's domestic and foreign policy concerning its handling of Islam and terrorism during his time in office — are based in Washington, D.C., and have posed a major concern for national security. "The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) — an unindicted co-conspirator in a plot to fund the terrorist group Hamas... The Inside Story of How John Kerry Secretly Lobbied to Get CAIR Removed From UAE's Terror ... List 01/19/2017 6:49:39 PM PST · by markomalley · 9 replies Investigative Project on Terrorism ^ | 1/19/17 | Steven Emerson On Nov. 16, 2014, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) took the unusual step of designating the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), and the Muslim American Society (MAS) – as terrorist organizations.They were among 83 groups named for their connections to the Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood.This outraged CAIR officials, who immediately began efforts to get their organization removed from the list. They found a powerful ally in Secretary of State John Kerry, who authorized State Department officials to meet regularly with UAE officials to lobbying on behalf of CAIR and MAS .CAIR already had a sympathetic ear in the Obama administration, including... Gentleman: Another Kennedy in the Senate? 07/29/2020 8:06:00 AM PDT · by DIRTYSECRET · 17 replies Ed Markey Under Fire For How Little Time He Spends in His State Alex Corey Alex Corey |Posted: Jul 29, 2020 8:00 AM Share Tweet Ed Markey Under Fire For How Little Time He Spends in His State Source: (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) Sen. Edward Markey has spent a greater portion of the past two years away from his state Massachusetts than just about any other member of the Massachusetts Congressional delegation, according to his travel records. Rep. Joe Kennedy, his Senate primary opponent, had previously attacked Markey over his lack of time in the Bay State, claiming he was "legislating... ANDREW SULLIVAN: See You Next Friday: A Farewell Letter. 07/17/2020 11:25:18 AM PDT · by C19fan · 16 replies Instapundit ^ | July 17, 2020 | Ed Driscoll ANDREW SULLIVAN: See You Next Friday: A Farewell Letter. Apparently even faux-conservatives like Andrew (who endorsed John Kerry in 2004 as "the right man – and the conservative choice – for a difficult and perilous time," in addition to the aforementioned Obama and Biden) are no longer welcome in the monolithic DNC-MSM. Sullivan goes on to write that "the Weekly Dish, which launches now, is where I've landed. This is on you, democrats. 100% 07/08/2020 12:30:35 PM PDT · by Starman417 · 10 replies Flopping Aces ^ | 07-08-20 | DrJohn Violence and murder are now rampant in big cities across the nation. 79 shot, 15 fatally, over Fourth of July weekend in ChicagoThere were 11 shootings in Atlanta during the July 4th weekend. Out of the 31 victims, 5 of them died.Seven dead and almost two dozen injured in 17 Philadelphia shootings over July 4 weekendFourth of July weekend shootings leave 7 dead, 18 injured in St. LouisAh, New York, New York...if you can survive here, you can survive anywhere... On Sunday, July 5th, police officers from the 44th Precinct responded to a 911 call for a male shot at... Three Kerry friends 10/24/2004 6:51:04 AM PDT · by Jean S · 3 replies · 679+ views Pittsburgh Tribune Review ^ | 10/24/04 | Dateline D.C. Steven Bing, Peter Benjamin Lewis, George Soros It is late in the day, but there is still time to ask the Kerry-Edwards campaign and the Democratic National Committee about their financing sources. Equally important to ask is just what do these ridiculously rich and strange people expect to get for their millions of dollars. Let's look at three of Kerry's friends, probably responsible for at least $30 million in donations. Steven Bing: Our Victorian ancestors had the right words to describe Bing. He would have been known as "a cad and a bounder," while today he is dismissed as a... John Kerry Warns of Revolution in November if Trump Wins While He Lays the Foundation for It 06/23/2020 2:59:02 PM PDT · by rktman · 65 replies pjmedia.com ^ | 6/22/2020 | Stacey Lennox Former Secretary of State John Kerry is using some dangerous rhetoric about the 2020 election. In a recent panel discussion for the Alliance of Democracies, he made the following statement: "If people don't have adequate access to the ballot, I mean that's the stuff on which revolutions are built. If you begin to deny people the capacity of your democracy to work, even the Founding Fathers wrote in the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, we have an inherent right to challenge that. And I'm worried that increasingly, people are disaffected." Kerry's comments should not be construed as typical Democrat rhetoric... John Kerry: "Violent" revolution must overthrow Trump 07/03/2020 10:30:28 AM PDT · by Kevin in California · 142 replies Horn News ^ | 07/02/2020 | Frank Holmes S former top-ranking Obama official has revealed that the Democratic Party is prepared to support a "revolution" in the streets to force Donald Trump out of office if he wins re-election this fall. It's a familiar face: Former Secretary of State John Kerry. He signaled that party leaders will support a violent "revolution," if that's what it takes.

The Sächsische Weltchronik ("Saxon World Chronicle") is a universal history written in German prose. It is not clear in which regional form of German the original was written. Of the twenty-four surviving manuscripts, ten are in Low German, nine in High German and five in Central German. These can be divided into three recensions, the earliest dated to 1229 and the latest to 1277. The 98-line verse prologue is always in High German. The Weltchronik is the oldest historical work in German prose. The Kaiserchronik is earlier, but in verse. The Weltchronik of Rudolf von Ems is contemporary, but also verse. Ludwig Weiland, who made a critical edition for the Monumenta Germaniae Historica in 1877, gave it the conventional title by which it is most commonly known. The first edition was prepared by Hans Ferdinand Massmann in 1857, but was based on only one manuscript. The manuscripts are classified into three recensions—A, B and C—and the oldest group (A) is entirely High German. Michael Menzel classifies a fifteenth-century manuscript from Wolfenbüttel as the Leittext. It was once thought that the Weltchronik might be the work of Eike of Repgow, the author of the Sachsenspiegel (a Low German work on law), but this hypothesis—which depended in part on the assumption that the original work was Low German—has been abandoned. The author employed at least thirty-six different Latin chronicles in his research. The most important were the Chronicle of Frutolf of Michelsberg, the continuation of the same by Ekkehard of Aura and the Annales Palidenses. Notes Sources External links Sächsische Weltchronik at Monumenta Germaniae Historica Sächsische Weltchronik and other chronicles at the Internet Archive German chronicles German literature

Q: Trouble with trying to use Intel HAXM for Android Studio on an HP Envy 15" TouchSmart Laptop I know there are questions similar to mine, but since I definitely am a newcomer to Android development, I want to keep my question separate. I'm still also a newcomer to StackOverflow. I want to learn Android programming as I go through my first co-op term, but there's a problem: I can't install Intel HAXM on my laptop because I get a popup message saying the same thing as the first dialog shown in this StackOverflow question similar to this one: Error trying to install HAXM - Intel VT-x turned off My laptop, however, does support Intel VT-x, and from what I can see on the Intel Processor Identification Utility (it's older than 6 months at the time of this write up), the Intel Virtualization Technology is active (it says "Yes") and so is Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables. I think I do have HAXM installed already, but I could be wrong. The laptop is an HP ENVY TouchSmart 15" Notebook PC running on eight Intel Core i7-4700MQ CPUs with the ability to safely reach 2.4 GHz and the ability to be overclocked at 3.1 GHz from the power settings. I'm using the 64-bit version of Windows 8.1. Without Intel HAXM, I can only run an Android virtual device (so far on API Level 22) using the armeabi-v7a ABI instead of the x86 ABI. A: First, you have a fast laptop. haha By default, Intel Virtualization is off. turn off laptop, press F10 then press power button. in the tab two or three, you will find the Virtualization setting. just trun on, save and exit bios. restart laptop. If you are using windows 8. The task manager will tell you current status of Virtualization Technology is on or off. By the way, you had better have a try of genymotion. you will love it.

I'm a dragon, what do you think? One corrects customs by laughing at them. A most temperamental mandrake, Maddor is one of the fiercest of his kind. Even though his race is technically enslaved by magic to Morgen, he is the mandrake leader and he fights Morgen constantly. He dreams of a time when his people are free and he longs to revolt. His loyalty is only to himself and his own kind, or at least those he views as "his" kind. He walks his life alone and is quicker than lightning when he moves. He prefers the darkness to light and is seldom found outside during the day.

Last night's season two premiere of The Leftovers left us with a lot of questions. A LOT. If you had unanswered questions leftover (HA!) from season one, the show's shift of location to the weird as hell town of Miracle only piled on more. But in between cavewomen, goat slaughters, and disappearing epileptic teenagers, there was one mystery that looms above all the rest. Why THE CRAP DID MARK LINN-BAKER FAKE HIS DEPARTURE? If you don't recognize the name Mark Linn-Baker, it's because you probably know him by a different name: Larry Appleton, cousin to Balki Bartokomous on Perfect Strangers. Back in season one of The Leftovers, we learned about some of the real-world celebrities that had been raptured. Among those were, oddly enough, the entire cast of Perfect Strangers. Balki, Cousin Larry, Mary Anne and Jennifer were all part of the 2% of the Earth's population that was suddenly no more. OR WERE THEY?? In last night's episode, we saw, via a background TV news segment, that Linn-Baker had actually faked his departure, and is living in Chihuahua, Mexico. You may think that this is just a fun throwaway joke, maybe because Damon Lindelof has previously said Baker came in to audition for a role on the show, unaware that he himself had actually already been written off of it. But I think that's what they WANT us to think! What if there's something much more sinister at the heart of this scandal? Why would this man fake his own rapture? Sure, his career has wound down a bit (although, really, he seems to be doing very well in his theatre credits). Was he in financial trouble? Personal turmoil? Did he maybe just dream of living in a world where he was recognized as an artist and as a man and not just "Cousin Larry"? Did he make a split-second decision to take advantage of this international tragedy and start fresh? Or what if he didn't act alone? If one Perfect Stranger is still alive, couldn't all of them be? Is this an I Know What You Did Last Summer-type blood pact of buried secrets and salacious cover-ups? Who else is still out there? Gary Busey? Salmon Rushdie? Nora's husband? JLo??? Damon Lindelof, if you don't return to the Perfect Strangers Departure Scandal again this season, or— better yet— devote all of season three to this mystery, then I just don't know what I'm watching for.

The first week of July was full of lots of sunshine and fun in the outdoors. We went hiking in one of our favorite spots, Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park, on Monday. Tucker, of course, insisted I carry him the majority of the time so I got a great workout in. Tuesday, the fourth of July, we continued our family tradition of hiking and explored Three Creeks Metro Park for the first time. We ventured done the Bluebell trail, which had moderate terrain, but nothing we couldn't handle. Kevin introduced the boys to skipping rocks, which was a huge hit. The views of Big Walnut Creek were gorgeous! The rest of the week seemed to fly by, holidays mid-week always seem to make the days go by faster. We had some evening walks around the neighboorhood, Mikey practiced riding his bike some more and the boys had their first ice cream truck experience, something that totally should have been on our Summer Bucket List. The Babies with Attitude Contest is officially over. Thank you to everyone who participated and voted in my first contest! Congratulations to Tara Woodard Mitchell! You're little girl's fierce attitude just won you a $25 Starbucks Gift Card! Please e-mail me at [email protected] to collect your prize. Jord Watch E-gift Code Contest: There's still time to enter to win a $100 e-gift code for a Jord Watch! If you haven't explored their site yet you should. They have some unique watches for both men and women that are all hand-crafted and beautifully designed. Don't forget you automatically earn a $25 e-gift code just for entering the contest. Contest ends July 23rd. What a fun weekend! I have always been obsessed with streams for wading! We've been skimming rocks for awhile now. It's so much fun. Ice cream trucks and summer bucket lists. It all sounds like so much fun.

Home » Ask The Expert » Why do I need expensive title insurance? Why do I need expensive title insurance? Every time I buy a new home or refinance, I am shocked at how expensive title insurance is. I read that, because records are all electronic today, title insurance is a scam, a rip off, an unnecessary expense. Is there a way to avoid paying for it? Title insurance is a necessary evil. Yes, it can cost thousands, and most of us have never filed a claim or collected a dime on title policies (unlike medical or auto insurance). But things do go wrong with property ownership, and when there is a claim it's a biggie. That's why mortgage lenders still insist on title insurance to protect their collateral. You can avoid title insurance but only if you pay cash for the home. And I don't recommend that for several reasons. Fraud can cost you your home. A Texas builder sold properties that had undisclosed liens on them. The buyers found out when the creditors started foreclosure proceedings. Investors who paid cash (many did because it was a distress sale) will likely lose their entire investments. Mortgage foreclosure procedures can be questionable. A Massachusetts case involving loan transfers that weren't fully executed until after the foreclosure process had started (a fairly common practice) resulted in retroactive reversal of many foreclosures. The upshot is investors who bought foreclosure property may find they no longer own it. Without title insurance, the property reverts back to the previous owner and you lose your investment. First, title insurance employees run a title search, checking government records related to the property. However, the title search may not disclose clouds on your title (especially when there is fraud involved), so you get title insurance. Once a policy is issued, you are protected from deceitful developers and phony foreclosures. Why does title insurance cost more when you refinance? In many markets, the seller pays the lion's share of the title insurance costs when you buy a home. When you refinance your mortgage, the charges are all yours. People refinancing for the first time are often shocked by the price of title insurance premiums. Can you save money on title insurance? Yes, you don't just have to go with the title insurance company your lender works with. You can shop around. Start with your current title insurer and then compare other insurers' rates. In addition, you can save more with what is called a short-term, or reissue, rate if your home was bought or refinanced within five years. These discounted rates range from 5 percent to 60 percent of the standard insurance rate, depending on your state. Shorten the break-even period on a refinance by lowering your title insurance charges, or make a property purchase more affordable.

Man Cheats Delhi Hotel of Rs 23 Lakhs | Mohammed Sharif News Man Cheats Delhi Hotel of Rs 23 Lakhs: A man who duped himself as an employee to the Royal family of Abu Dhabi stayed in a luxury hotel in New Delhi for four months and the bill went up to Rs 23 lakhs. He suddenly vanished and the Delhi cops are now on a look for Mohammed Sharif who is charged of fraud and theft. https://mail.andhrawishesh.com/ 17 Jan, 2023 17 Jan, 2023 (Image source from: Hindustantimes.com) Man Cheats Delhi Hotel of Rs 23 Lakhs:- A man who duped himself as an employee to the Royal family of Abu Dhabi stayed in a luxury hotel in New Delhi for four months and the bill went up to Rs 23 lakhs. He suddenly vanished and the Delhi cops are now on a look for Mohammed Sharif who is charged of fraud and theft. The management of the Leela Palace Hotel filed a complaint on Saturday and the investigation is going on. Mohammed Sharif checked in to Room 427 on August 1st and he flew away on November 20th. He also stole several valuable items from the room which had silver utensils and pearl tray. Mohammed Sharif convinced the hotel staff that he is a resident of UAE and he worked for Sheikh Falah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the member of royal family of Abu Dhabi. Mohammed Sharif said that he is in India on a business trip. He also produced a business card along with other documents including a UAE resident card. Convinced with him, the hotel offered a room. The cops suspect that the documents are fake. Over his four months of stay, the hotel bill was Rs 35 lakhs and he paid Rs 11.5 lakhs. A cheque of Rs 20 lakhs was given to the staff on November 20th and he fled from the hotel. The CC cameras are used to identify Mohammed Sharif. Mohammed Sharif Abu Dhabi Royal family Delhi TTD EO Gets One-Month Jail Term

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LTE 2021: Explore Education Opportunities in Greater Bay Area 24th May 2021 26th May 2021 Ivy Lau The Greater Bay Area (GBA) of Southern China is one of the most open and economically vibrant regions in Asia. It is playing a significant strategic role in the overall development of China. The Greater Bay Area, with a marked increase in its economic strength and regional competitiveness, already possesses the fundamental conditions for developing into an international first-class bay area and a world-class city cluster. In the education sector, private school operators are rushing to expand in the Greater Bay Area, riding on an increasing demand for quality education as international business and talent flows into the 11 cities in southern China's Pearl River Delta. New Open Market – GBA The Greater Bay Area consists of Hong Kong, Macao as well as the municipalities of Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen and Zhaoqing in Guangdong Province . – Covering a total area of 56,000 square kilometres with a combined population of approximately 71 million – Accounting for 12% of China's GDP at US$1.6 trillion with a new international economic hub – To invest in education and skills to support the growth of a progressive knowledge-based economy, – To advanced technology manufacturing. Greater Bay Area Education Statistics According to the plan The Greater Bay Area will be built as a national pilot zone for deepening the reform of a higher education system and mechanism and set a good example for comprehensive education cooperation between the Mainland and Hongkong and Macao SARs. •35.3% growth in international schools over the last five years including Chinese-owned private schools •Students enrolled in international programmes: 2014: 219,000 •66% of students are enrolled in international, Chinese-owned, private schools • 70% in English education in Chinese schools Education Development Focus Sister School Scheme Since 2004, there have been a number of local schools forming sister schools with schools in the Beijing Municipality, Shanghai Municipality, Ningbo Municipality, Guangdong Province..etc Among these provinces/municipalities the Guangdong-Hong Kong Sister School Scheme is the largest in scale, accounting for about 70 % of schools participating in the Sister School Scheme. Why join Sister School Scheme ? *To encourage cooperation and exchange among higher education institutions in Hong Kong, Guangdong and Macao. *To jointly set up laboratories and research centers. *To share and commercialize scientific research outcomes. *To promote schools in Hong Kong to pair up with schools in the Greater Bay Area as sister schools. International School in China China's southern coastal cities Such as Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Zhuhai..etc international school student in China increasing are burgeoning regions for British independent school brands Of those International school that plan to open in the next two years, 47% are in Guangdong and 33% are aligned with international Chinese-owned private schools meaning more local children can access school offer. International School located in Greater Bay Area for local student. 1st International school in Guangzhou support by HKSAR & Macao Government AFFILIATED SCHOOL OF JNU for HK & Macao Students More to details: 1.) An international School from Kindergarten to high-school Hong Kong DSE courses, A-level courses and IBDP courses are offered. 2.) Biliteracy and Trilingualism teaching, 70% in English 3.) Provide a high-quality international education to children from the special administrative regions. 4.) Group a cradle of talent training in the Greater Bay Area 5.) First semester, beginning in September, attract around 4000 Hong Kong student apply. 21-Century – Innovation and Technology The Hong Kong Government and the Shenzhen Municipal People's Government are jointly developing the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park at the 87-hectare Lok Ma Chau Loop, which will be the largest ever Innovation and Technology platform. Riding on an increasing demand for quality education as international business and talent flows into the 11 cities in southern China's Pearl River Delta, particularly in the following 8 sectors. 1.) R&D; 2.) Technology; 3.) Investment; 4.) Technological research infrastructure; 5.) Legislations and regulations; 6.) Big data; 7.) Procurement; 8.) Science Also, Universities and research institutions in Hong Kong can apply for science and technology funding from the Central Government and provincial or municipal Governments on the Mainland, and use the relevant funding in Hong Kong. •Aim to attract world class scientific research institutions and technology enterprises to Hong Kong •Conduct more R&D projects in collaboration with local universities and scientific research institutions •New Guangzhou Branch of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology 1st Semester open on Sept 1, 2022 •Guangzhou campus will have 6 central research facilities (Lab), including an experimental animal center, a life science advanced technology center, etc. The research facilities on the Guangzhou and Hong Kong campuses can be shared by student from the two schools •Hire 400 professors & staffs from Hong Kong / Oversea to teach in Gunagzhou. •Also strengthen knowledge transfer to bridge Hong Kong's gap in high-tech manufacturing through the strong mainland supply chain network. Event programme Recognizing the exciting education landscape in the Greater Bay Area, the Hong Kong based Learning & Teaching Expo (LTE) will host the Greater Bay Area Education Forum. The one-day forum will invite delegations from the education departments of each of the 11 cities to attend Learning & Teaching Expo in Hong Kong for an exchange of ideas and dialogue on educational reform and the potential for increased collaboration in the area of education, training and skills. Save the day for Learning & Teaching Expo (LTE) , We look forward to your participation & visit! Fair Information: 8 Dec 2021 (Wed) 10am to 6pm 9 Dec 2021 (Thu) 10am to 6pm 10 Dec 2021 (Fri) 10am to 5pm Hall 3CDE, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre 8 Dec 2021 (Wed) 9 Dec 2021 (Thu) (Co-located with Learning & Teaching Expo) ← LTE 2021: Over 200 booths already confirmed LTE21: 探索大灣區 – 教育趨勢及機會 → Artificial Intelligence in Education 9th August 2018 10th August 2018 Ivy Lau Speak at Learning & Teaching Expo 2019 4th June 2019 13th July 2019 Ivy Lau LTE Recognised as An Outstanding Trade Exhibition in Asia 1st November 2018 1st November 2018 Ivy Lau

Q: Looking for Open Source SaaS model examples I'd like to know if there are any base SaaS type systems out there in the open source world. Trying to find implementation options for a new SaaS type product that is being worked on. Java solutions would be preferred but all are welcome. For example: Basecamp will let you sign up for a service and they provide you with a yourdomain.basecamphq.com. Obviously the code base is the same and it just routes and deals with the data based on the incoming 'yourdomain' wildcard. There are some basic color changing options from what I can tell as well. Another Example: StackExchange is similar. You can create a StackExchange hosted site that is run on the same machine and uses the same application instance that is powering other stack exchange sites. I'd like to get examples of codebases with this feature in the open source realm. A: Wordpress, Buddypress and Wikipedia come to mind.

Select other Wild Addison, Calen Boldy, Matt Brodin, Jonas Dewar, Connor Duhaime, Brandon Dumba, Matt Eriksson Ek, Joel Fleury, Marc-Andre Foligno, Marcus Gaudreau, Frederick Goligoski, Alex Greenway, Jordan Gustavsson, Filip Hartman, Ryan Kaprizov, Kirill Merrill, Jon Middleton, Jake Reaves, Ryan Shaw, Mason Spurgeon, Jared Steel, Sam Zuccarello, Mats Wild Roster Jonas Brodin Team: Minnesota Wild Height: 6-2 Born: 7/12/1993 Position: D Weight: 196 Birthplace: Karlstad, Sweden 10/13 NYR L 3-7 0 0 0 -4 2 0 - 0 0 0 0 0 19:33 10/17 Col L 3-6 0 0 0 -2 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 21:03 10/20 Van W 4-3 0 0 0 -1 2 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 22:10 10/22 @ Bos OTL 3-4 0 1 1 1 0 2 - 0 0 0 0 0 26:43 10/25 @ Mon W 3-1 0 0 0 1 0 0 - 0 0 0 0 0 17:17 10/27 @ Ott W 4-2 0 0 0 1 0 5 - 0 0 0 0 0 23:30 10/29 @ Det L 1-2 0 0 0 0 0 4 - 0 0 0 0 0 21:23 10/30 @ Chi W-SO 4-3 0 0 0 0 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 24:15 11/01 Mon W 4-1 0 0 0 2 0 3 - 0 0 0 0 0 17:26 11/03 Sea L 0-4 0 0 0 0 2 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 22:17 11/08 @ LA L 0-1 0 0 0 -1 0 0 - 0 0 0 0 0 25:12 11/09 @ Anh W 4-1 0 0 0 1 0 0 - 0 0 0 0 0 22:12 11/11 @ Sea W 1-0 0 0 0 0 0 2 - 0 0 0 0 0 22:52 11/13 SJ L-SO 2-3 0 0 0 0 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 24:05 11/15 @ Nsh L 1-2 0 0 0 -1 0 2 - 0 0 0 0 0 23:51 11/17 Pit L 4-6 0 1 1 2 0 3 - 0 0 0 1 0 23:17 11/19 Car W 2-1 0 0 0 0 2 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 23:40 11/27 Ari W 4-3 0 1 1 0 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 17:57 12/09 @ Edm L 2-5 0 0 0 -2 0 0 - 0 0 0 0 0 24:37 12/12 Edm W 2-1 0 0 0 0 0 3 - 0 0 0 0 0 25:14 12/14 Det W 4-1 0 0 0 3 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 21:52 12/22 @ SJ L 2-5 0 0 0 1 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 23:05 12/27 @ Wpg W 4-1 0 0 0 -1 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 20:59 12/31 @ StL W 5-2 0 0 0 1 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 21:12 01/04 TB W 5-1 0 0 0 1 0 2 - 0 0 0 0 0 22:50 01/07 @ Buf OTL 5-6 0 0 0 2 0 3 - 0 0 0 0 0 26:19 01/08 StL L 0-3 0 0 0 -1 2 3 - 0 0 0 0 0 20:07 01/10 @ NYR L-SO 3-4 0 1 1 2 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 26:47 01/12 @ NYI W 3-1 0 0 0 1 2 2 - 0 0 0 0 0 20:08 01/17 @ Was W 4-2 1 0 1 1 0 1 100.0% 0 0 0 0 0 21:28 01/19 @ Car L 2-5 0 1 1 1 0 2 - 0 0 0 0 0 23:24 01/21 @ Fla L 3-5 0 0 0 -1 0 1 - 0 0 0 0 0 24:46 01/24 @ TB L 2-4 0 0 0 -1 2 3 - 0 0 0 0 0 24:25 01/26 Phi W 3-2 0 0 0 -2 0 0 - 0 0 0 0 0 24:59

Library Strike Kelly Steele Windsor In Pictures Local sports roundup: St. Clair soccer coaches earn OCAA awards Tecumseh's Matt Mancina was traded to the Peterborough Petes Thursday. Saints awards St. Clair College's Mike Baraslievski and Steve Vagnini were both named OCAA soccer coach of the year Thursday at an awards ceremony in Welland. Baraslievski's team went undefeated until the final game of the season. They had won four games in the three previous seasons. Vagnini's team hosted a playoff game for the first time since 1999, which they won 1-0 over Mohawk College. The Saints went on to lose in a quarter-final at Algonquin 1-0. Also, Melanie Daniel was named rookie of the year. Daniel led the team in goals with five goals in eighth games played. Brian Santos and Jamar Kelly were named to the all-star team as were Stefanie Dummer and Tobyn Preston. Football roundup The senior boys football team at Herman (7-0) won its seventh straight WECSSAA game with Thursday's 51-14 victory at home over Villanova. Cody Holmes led the Griffins with three touchdown and seven converts. Also with touchdowns were Devon Woods on a 30-yard pass from Marquise Thompson and Kane Stevenson on a 12-yard pass from Michael Beale. With one-yard TD runs were Riley Milligan and Spencer Trinier and Quinton Seguin had two extra points. At Cardinal Carter, Kennedy defeated the Cougars 40-26. Dante Fornisario threw for two touchdowns to Isiah Osborne and a third to Abas Kiserwan while Dorian Kryemi scored two rushing TDs and Quinton Earhart scored on a fumble return. Also, Leamington won at home against Riverside 26-7. Mancina traded The Petes acquired the 18-year-old goaltender from the Guelph Storm in exchange for Barrie's third-round pick in the 2015 OHL draft and Peterborough's third-round pick in the 2017 draft. Mancina has an 18-6-1-2 with a 2.61 goals against average and a .913 save percentage in two seasons in Guelph. A third-round pick by the Storm, the former Leamington Flyer was the recipient of the Roy Caley Award for lowest GAA in the Western Ontario Junior Hockey League. CIS ranking The men's hockey team at the University of Windsor moved to seventh from ninth place in the CIS hockey rankings. The Lancers are 5-0 and in first place in the West Division after sweeping a weekend series at home 5-2 over Laurier and 10-3 against Toronto. They'll face the Lakehead Thunderwolves (3-3-0) Friday and Saturday in Thunder Bay at 7:30 p.m. The reigning University Cup champion Alberta Golden Bears topped the rankings for the fourth straight week. The Golden Bears (7-1) received 12 of 16 first-place votes. The Leamington Flyers blanked the last-place St. Marys Lincolns 3-0 in junior B hockey in Leamington Thursday. Blaine Bechard, Eric Shaw and Colin Moore each had a goal for the Flyers while Trevor Wheaton stopped 13 shots. The Flyers (11-4) are at Lambton Shores (5-8) Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Hocktoberfect 7: The Slapshot will feature 73 girls teams vieing for 10 division crowns Friday through Sunday in arenas in Windsor and Tecumseh. Four of the teams are from the Windsor Wildcats with the midget A and bantam AA teams playing the London Devilettes at the WFCU Centre in games at 10:45 and 11:45 a.m. The bantam BB Wildcats will play the 14U KV Ravens at South Windsor Arena at 10:30 a.m. The peewee A Wildcats and Devilettes will meet at Tecumseh Arena at 10:25 a.m. Games throughout the weekend will also take place at the Forest Glade Arena. Wildcats soar The girls team at Villanova improved to 8-1 and a share of first place in the Tier I Red division of senior high school basketball following a 33-15 win against Assumption. Rylee Welsh scored 14 points for the Wildcats, who have 32 points in the Red division along with Amherst (8-0). In the same division, two Tecumseh Vista players netted double digits in a 43-28 win over Massey. Sarah Carriere scored 14 points and Nikolina Dobrich added 12 points for the Vortex (1-7) in their first win of the season. Megi Mustafaras had 14 points for the last-place Mustangs (1-9). Eight people will be honoured at the 34th annual Windsor/Essex County Sports Hall of Fame ceremony Friday at the Caboto Club starting at 6 p.m. Athlete inductees include Bill Hogarth, Bobby Kokavec, Stan Korosec, Nino Marion, Lori Scott-Pinter and Darren McCarty. Builder inductees are Dave Prpich and Sandy Repko. The hall of fame will also honour the Kennedy Relays event and the Club 240 women's basketball team. Reception is at 6 p.m. with the dinner, event and a silent auction at 7 p.m. Tickets are $75 for adults and $50 for children 12 and under. Saints volleyball The Saints men's and women's volleyball teams will open the OCAA regular season with a two-game homestand Friday and Sunday against Mohawk and Niagara at the new SportsPlex. Friday's games start with the women at 6 p.m. with the men's playing at 8 p.m. Sunday's games are at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. The women's team lost in the first round of the playoffs last year after a fifth-place finish with a 9-9 record. The men's team also finished in fifth place with a 10-8 record and lost to Durham in the first round. Canadian baseball The men's baseball team at St. Clair will look for its second consecutive title when they open the OUA/OCAA baseball championship Friday against Waterloo at Lacasse Park at 4 p.m. Brock and Durham will compete in the evening game at 7 p.m. Saturday, the losers will play at 10 a.m. and the winners at 1 p.m., with the bronze medal game at 5 p.m. The final is Sunday at noon, with a 3 p.m. game scheduled if a second game is necessary. Karate Rocks The Karate Rocks martial arts group earned six medals at the World Championships in Ireland. Abbey Morneau led with gold medals in points sparring and team fighting and a bronze in forms. Jacob Fazekas took a silver medal in forms. Dante Del Greco earned a bronze medal in team fighting and Kaleigh Prier had a bronze in points sparring. Local Scoreboard East Division GP W L OTL SL PTS Oshawa 12 10 1 1 0 21 Belleville 10 8 2 0 0 16 Kingston 9 5 3 0 1 11 Ottawa 9 4 5 0 0 8 Peterborough 9 1 5 1 2 5 Central Division GP W L OTL SL PTS Barrie 11 6 4 1 0 13 North Bay 9 4 2 3 0 11 Mississauga 7 4 3 0 0 8 Niagara 11 2 9 0 0 4 Sudbury 11 1 10 0 0 2 Midwest Division GP W L OTL SL PTS Erie 10 9 0 0 1 19 Owen Sound 12 6 3 1 2 15 Guelph 9 6 3 0 0 12 Kitchener 10 5 3 0 2 12 London 10 4 6 0 0 8 West Division GP W L OTL SL PTS Sault Ste. Marie 11 9 2 0 0 18 Plymouth 11 5 5 1 0 11 Saginaw 11 5 5 1 0 11 Sarnia 10 4 5 1 0 9 Windsor 10 3 6 1 0 7 Thursday Results Kingston 5 Niagara 2 Oshawa 2 North Bay 1 Saginaw 4 Peterborough 0 Plymouth 1 Windsor 0 Friday Games Barrie at Kingston, 7 p.m. North Bay at Niagara, 7 p.m. Mississauga at Plymouth, 7:05 p.m. Belleville at Sarnia, 7:05 p.m. Erie at Sault Ste. Marie, 7:07 p.m. Windsor at Guelph, 7:30 p.m. Owen Sound at Kitchener, 7:30 p.m. Ottawa at London, 7:30 p.m. Peterborough at Sudbury, 7:30 p.m. Saginaw at Oshawa, 7:35 p.m. Thursday Result Whalers 1 Spitfires 0 Plymouth 1 0 0 – 1 Windsor 0 0 0 – 0 First period: 1. Plymouth, Vanderwiel 4 (Bitten, Crus Ryberg) 2:24. Penalties: Wesley P (interference) 2:52, Henderson P (delay of game) 4:11, Foss W (tripping) 9:11. Second period: No scoring. Penalties: Lewis W (hooking) 8:47, Mistele P (too many men) 9:57, Bitten P (hooking) 19:17. Third period: No scoring. Penalties: Chatfield W (cross checking) 2:08, G.Brown W (holding) 10:53, Bitten P (too many men) 13:35. Game stats – SOG – Plymouth 10 4 13 – 27 Windsor 12 13 5 – 30 Goal (shots-saves) – Plymouth: Nedeljkovic (W,4-2-1-0) (30-30). Windsor: Fotinos (L,3-5-0-0) (27-26). Power play (goals-chances) – Plymouth 0-4. Windsor 0-5. Referees: Shawn Hamelin (28) and Scott Oakman (23). Linesmen: Scott Lawson (98) and Geoff Rutherford (62). Three stars: 1. Alex Nedeljkovic (P), 2. Alex Fotinos and 3. Danny Vanderwiel (P). Att: 4,676. Thursday Result Leamington 3 St.Marys 0 London 7 Chatham 6 Friday Games Strathroy at St. Thomas, 7:30 p.m. Chatham at St. Marys, 7:30 p.m. Great Lakes Junior C Friday Games Blenheim at Lakeshore, 7:05 p.m. Essex at Alvinston, 7:30 p.m. Amherstburg at Dresden, 7:30 p.m. Hocktoberfest 7 International Female Hockey Festival Friday-Sunday Tecumseh Arena – Rink A Friday Games Compuware vs. Chatham (PWA), 10:15 a.m. Stoney Creek vs. Bluewater (PWA), 11:30 a.m. Lucan Irish vs. St. Clair Shores (AA), 12:45 p.m. St. Catharines Brock vs. Oakville (AA), 2 p.m. Chatham vs. Brampton (PWA), 3:15 p.m. Bluewater vs. Compuware T1 (PWA), 4:30 p.m. Aurora vs. London Devilettes (PWAA), 5:15 p.m. Oshawa vs. Little Caesars (PWAA), 7:15 p.m. Tecumseh Arena – Rink B Friday Games London vs. Windsor (PWA), 10:25 a.m. Oakville vs. Saugeen Maitland (PWA), 11:40 a.m. Guelph Jr. vs. Livonia Knights (AA), 1 p.m. Windsor Wildcats vs. Scarborough (PWA), 2:15 p.m. Oakville Hornets vs. London (PWA), 3:30 p.m. Livonia Knights vs. Lucan Irish (AA), 6 p.m. Scarborough vs. Saugeen Maitland (PWA), 7:15 p.m. St. Clair Shores vs. Brampton (MBB), 8:30 p.m. Forest Glade Arena – Rink A Friday Games Woolwich vs. Livonia (PWBB), 11 a.m. Brampton vs. Stoney Creek (PWBB), 12:15 p.m. Barrie vs. St. Catharines (PWBB), 1:30 p.m. London vs. Etobicoke Dolphins (MA), 5:30 p.m. St. Catharines vs. Woolwich (PWBB), 6:45 p.m. Stoney Creek vs. Brampton (PWA), 7:30 p.m. Forest Glade Arena – Rink B Friday Games London Devilettes vs. Honeybaked (PWAA), 10:30 a.m. Little vs. Aurora Panthers (PWAA), 11:45 a.m. Ann Arbor vs. St. Clair Shores (MBB), 1 p.m. Brampton vs. London Devilettes (MBB), 2:30 p.m. Stoney Creek vs. London 663 (PWBB), 5 p.m. Michigan vs. Brampton (PWBB), 6:15 p.m. Livonia vs. Barrie Sharks (PWBB), 7:30 p.m. Ancaster vs. Livonia Knights (MBB), 8:15 p.m. South Windsor Arena – Rink A Friday Games Windsor vs. 14U KV (BBB), 10:30 a.m. London vs. Compuware Girls (BA), 11:45 a.m. Barrie vs. Stoney Creek Sabres (BA), 1 p.m. Barrie vs. Ancaster Avalanche (BBB), 2:15 p.m. Stoney Creek vs. London Devilettes (BA), 6 p.m. Compuware vs. Barrie Sharks (BA), 7:15 p.m. Windsor Wildcats vs. Hamilton (MA), 8:30 p.m. South Windsor Arena – Rink B Friday Games London vs. Troy (BBB), 11 a.m. Sault Ste. Marie vs. Bluewater (BA), 12:15 p.m. Kitchener vs. Durham West (BA), 1:30 p.m. Durham West vs. Sault Ste. Marie (BA), 6:30 p.m. Bluewater Hawks vs. Kitchener (BA), 7:45 p.m. WFCU Centre Main Bowl Friday Games Sarnia vs. Compuware (MAA), 10:15 a.m. London vs. Vaughan Flames (MAA), 11:30 a.m. Kitchener vs. Niagara Rapids (MAA), 12:45 p.m. Michigan Nationals vs. Brock (BBB), 2 p.m. Vaughan vs. Sarnia Lady Sting (MAA), 4:30 p.m. Niagara vs. London Devilettes (MAA), 5:45 p.m. Compuware Girls vs. Kitchener (MAA), 7 p.m. Lakeshore Lightning vs. Barrie (MBB), 8:15 p.m. WFCU Centre Corp. A.P. Grenon and Canadian Veterans Rink Friday Games Windsor vs. London (MA), 10:45 a.m. Sarnia Jr. vs. Saugeen Maitland (BAA), 12 p.m. Hamilton vs. Etobicoke Dolphins (MA), 1:15 p.m. Kitchener vs. Stoney Creek Sabres (MA), 5 p.m. Brock vs. Troy Lady Sting (BBB), 6:15 p.m. Ancaster vs. Windsor Wildcats (BBB), 7:30 p.m. Saugeen Maitland vs. Waterloo (BAA), 8:45 p.m. WFCU Centre Green Shield Rink Friday Games Bluewater vs. Kitchener (MA), 11 a.m. Stoney Creek vs. Vaughan (MA), 12:15 p.m. Waterloo vs. St. Catharines (BAA), 1:30 p.m. Honeybaked vs. Oshawa (PWAA), 2:45 p.m. Vaughan Flames vs. Bluewater (MA), 5:15 p.m. St. Clair Shores vs. St. Catharines (AA), 6:30 p.m. Oakville vs. Guelph Jr. Gryphons (AA), 7:45 p.m. St. Catharines vs. Windsor Wildcats (BAA), 9 p.m. WFCU Centre AM800 Riverside Rink Friday Games London 663 vs. Mich. (PWBB), 10:30 a.m. Windsor Wildcats vs. London (BAA), 11:45 a.m. Barrie Sharks vs. Ancaster (MBB), 1 p.m. Livonia Knights vs. Lakeshore (MBB), 2:15 p.m. London Devilettes vs. Sarnia (BAA), 4:45 p.m. Michigan Nationals vs. London (BBB), 6 p.m. 14U KV Ravens vs. Barrie Sharks (BBB), 7:15 p.m. London Devilettes vs. Ann Arbor (MBB), 8:30 p.m. Key: BA-Bantam A, BAA-Bantam AA, BBB-Bantam BB, MA-Midget A, MAA-Midget AA, MBB-Midget BB, PA-Peewee A, PAA-Peewee AA, PBB-Peewee BB; AA-Atom A Senior Tier I Thursday Results Brennan 33 Catholic Central 30 St. Anne 57 St. Joseph 19 Holy Names 51 Kennedy 6 Villanova 33 Assumption 15 Tecumseh Vista Academy 43 Massey 28 Essex 49 Walkerville 28 Junior Tier I Thursday Results Holy Names 46 Kennedy 13 Catholic Central 47 Brennan 28 Thursday Results St. Joseph def. Amherst 3-0 (25-17, 25-15, 25-19) Sandwich def. Kingsville 3-0 (25-18, 25-15, 25-19) Holy Names def. Kennedy 3-0 (11-25, 19-25, 23-25) Essex def. Riverside 2-1 (25-20, 13-25, 25-21) Villanova def. Brennan 3-0 (25-14, 25-19, 25-17) Thursday Results Brennan def. Villanova 2-1 (18-25, 25-16, 25-19) Holy Names def. Kennedy 3-0 (12-25, 8-25, 14-25) Essex def. Riverside 2-1 (25-15, 22-25,25-23) St. Joseph def. Amherst 2-1 (25-22, 25-19, 21-25) Kingsville def. Sandwich 2-1 (25-20, 17-25, 25-21) Senior Tier II Thursday Results UMEI def. Herman 3-0 (25-21, 25-21, 25-12) Junior Tier II Thursday Results Harrow def. Belle River 3-0 (25-13, 25-20, 25-21) Senior Boys Thursday Results Leamington 26 Riverside 7 Herman 51 Villanova 14 Kennedy 40 Cardinal Carter 26 St. Anne 35 Essex 21 Friday Games L'Essor at Brennan, 2 p.m. CCH at St. Joseph, 3 p.m. Massey at Belle Riverm 3 p.m. Holy Names at Sandwich, 7 p.m. Lajeunesse at Tecumseh Vista, 7 p.m. Swossaa Championship at Canatara, Sarnia Listed below, in each division, are the top two teams and the top three individuals from schools other than the top two teams that have qualified for OFSAA next Saturday in Waterloo. Midget Girls 3-km Teams 1. Massey, 2. Northern Individuals 1. Johnston, Delainey (Chatham-Kent) 11:12; 7. Copat, Lynnsey (Herman) 12:04; 10. Dean, Sylvia (Sandwich) 12:20 Midget Boys 5-km Teams 1. Massey, 2. Riverside Individuals 1. Kraayenbrink, Joe (Lambton Central) 17:54; 3. Davies, Andrew (Northern) 18:21; 4. Brunelle, Jared (Sandwich) 18:28 Junior Girls 4-km Teams 1. Tecumseh Vista, 2. Northern Individuals 3. Sollen, Cassidy (North Lambton) 17:39; 6. Papac, Daniela (Assumption) 17:47; 8. Fehr, Shannon (Leamington) 18:11 Junior Boys 6-km Teams 1. Holy Names, 2. Massey Individuals 1. Jones, Tyler (Sandwich) 21:48; 4. MacRobbie, Connor (Lambton Central) 22:18; 5. Cleland, Kiniw (Riverside) 22:29 Senior Girls 5-km Teams 1. Villanova, 2. Sanwich Individuals 2. Bracci, Brianne (Massey) 19:36; 3. Black, Megan (North Lambton) 19:47; 4. Oulds, Ally (Chatham-Kent) 19:47 Senior Boys 7-km Teams 1. Massey, 2. Holy Names Individuals 1. Matthews, Miles (Belle River) 20:21; 2. Cannella, Quinn (Chatham-Kent) 20:33; 3. Ubene, Mitchell (Vista) 22:52 OUA/OCAA Championship Friday-Saturday at Lacasse Park in Tecumseh Friday Games St. Clair vs. Waterloo, 4 p.m. Brock vs. Durham, 7 p.m Friday Game Windsor Stars vs. TFC Academy FC, 7:30 p.m. at Libro Centre Leamington Sunday Entries Post Time 1:30 p.m. 1st – PACE, $4,500 1. Must Be Paige A Carroll 4-4-1 2. Peroglide M Pezzarello 3-4-3 3. Highland Baddie C Johnston 5-5-4 4. Queen Kyrene A Leon 6-6-6 5. Canadian Misty R Dinning 2-6-3 6. Brenway Darbie R Sparling Jr 1-2-7 7. Illbeur Heartbreak D Rankin Jr 3-2-6 2nd – PACE, $2,500 1. St Lads Eclipse M Williams 4-5-4 2. Carlynda Hanover S Wray 4-7-5 3. Bo Knows Best J Mayhew 7-6-7 4. Sgt Neilgreenberet D Rankin Jr 6-6-6 5. Leathrnlacekillean T Borth 6-7-5 6. Four Starz Dice B Litt 5-4-4 7. Taylorlane Fancy D Mcnair 4-5-2 3rd – PACE, $2,600 1. Comback Matt R Sparling Jr 4-2-3 2. Ramraider A Leon 2-3-2 3. Mack Baran D Rankin Jr 1-1-1 4. St Lads Bazooka C Johnston 1-5-7 5. Magnum Seelster T Borth 1-5-2 6. Totally Excellent R Dinning 4-1-6 7. Lucas A Carroll 4-1-6 4th – PACE, $4,000 1. Dcn Tulip Time C Taylor 5-1-5 2. Junior Pride A Carroll 4-5-3 3. Blueprint R Sparling Jr 2-6-7 4. Astronomer W Kirkpatrick 2-4-4 5. Njs Trick Pistol D Mcnair 5-1-2 6. Blissfull Years M Williams 3-2-4 7. My Sisters A Witch A Lilley 7-4-1 1. Halfa Century M Williams 1-5-3 2. Capac Chief W Kirkpatrick 6-1-4 3. Pick Of The Day C Taylor 5-3-5 4. Kid Creek J Mayhew 4-7-8 5. Ricky Kay R Sparling Jr 5-4-3 6. Frontier Jack C Johnston 3-6-7 7. Distinctiv Sean A Lilley 3-1-1 1. St Lads Top Model A Carroll 3-2-2 2. Ruthies Pride R Sparling Jr 6-1-3 3. Kendal Gucci C Johnston 1-1-6 4. Rammattic D Rankin Jr 2-2-1 5. Texas Star D Mcnair 1-6-2 6. Merlot Seelster T Borth 6-1-5 7. Ds Suprise S Wray 7-3-1 1. Conflict Diamond A Carroll 2-2-1 2. White Shark S Wray 1-3-6 3. Stoney Durkin M Williams 2-4-2 4. Bulldog Tenacity W Kirkpatrick 1-5-7 5. Samillion Dollars D Rankin Jr 1-3-2 6. Goldies Mach R Sparling Jr 8-4-6 7. Major Wager B Fritz 6-1-5 1. Jet Black D Rankin Jr 1-6-1 2. Jeepers Creepers C Johnston 7-3-8 3. Knuckles T Borth 4-8-7 4. Light Shine In R Sparling Jr 1-3-3 5. Chillinonadirtroad A Carroll 5-9-3 6. Three Summers W Kirkpatrick 6-7-4 7. Run Rolley Run S Wray 2-2-4 1. Oldfriendskentucky B Litt 7-3-3 2. Brother John R Sparling Jr 4-1-2 3. Primary Pick J Miller 4-2-1 4. B R Lucky Lady J Mayhew 3-9-6 5. Albergetty T Borth 4-7-2 6. Shadywood Baron D Woods 5-7-5 7. Danny William D Rankin Jr 8-1-2 10th – PACE, $2,500 1. Aberarder Max T Borth 8-6-3 2. Sissys Scooter R Barrett 3-4-3 3. Laverns Art J Coke 6-5-6 4. Imabeasttoo M Neff 8-6-4 5. St Lads Hustler M Pezzarello 5-7-6 6. Foolishly D Rankin Jr 3-3-6 7. Wallet Sniffer A Lilley 6-3-7  Duff: Ex-Griffins reunited with Express Blog replay: Wings 4 Penguins 3 Hernandez and Smoak homers lead Blue Jays past Red Sox Express plan outdoor game at Lanspeary Park on Saturday as part of July Jam festivities MLB roundup: Indians continue to dominate Tigers with an 8-6 win Stutter starts ongoing problem for Blue Jays as latest lost to Red Sox shows Bowler will follow his own path as general manager of Spitfires Reader letter: Hospitals should be built to reduce sprawl and car-dependancy Photos: Tall ships pass along Detroit River

Next day, the same blue-eyed young policeman was on guard in front of the police station entrance. When he asked my business, I explained about Volusia imprisoned in the iron box. He shook his head. He turned to face me again. Obligingly, he rotated once more in a half-circle. I slipped in through the door while his back was turned. Inside the station, teams of policemen were working with hammers and paintbrushes, putting the final touches to their placards. I moved quickly away from the entrance lobby before the young policeman could follow me in. The painters and hammerers were too busy to be interrupted. Nor did I want to make my plea to Inspector Strigor—in fact, he was the last person I wanted to meet. My attention focused on a party of senior officers who were circulating round from team to team. One officer looked especially important. A dozen medal ribbons decorated his chest, a moustache covered half his face. The ginger of his moustache was not dyed but natural, which I took to be a sign of the highest eminence. I hurried up and boldly introduced myself. He turned out to be Superintendent Trofim, in charge of the whole police station. 'Would you say you're a typical member of the public?' he demanded. His face was flushed and he seemed to speak with difficulty. Perhaps it was the weight of moustache on his upper lip. He didn't wait for me to reply. He gripped the lapels of my coat and pulled me closer. 'Good, good. Member of public approaches policeman as a friend. Person to person, no bureaucracy or red tape. I was brushed aside and the party moved on. Superintendent Trofim inspected the placards and uttered a few well-chosen words to each team of placard-makers. WE'VE GOT THE CELLS IF YOU'VE GOT THE CONSCIENCE! No-one ought to break the law. After their departure, the hall was suddenly silent. I looked round and found a desk piled high with completed pink forms. I put my form on the top of the pile. Little did I guess the consequences. v Russian Roulette v What Drives the Mobilator?

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