As an athlete, finding balance between work, life, and athletic goals is a constant challenge. Whether you're a student athlete or a professional, it's a daily task to find the time and to create balance for every aspect in your life.
What I have learned from being an athlete is that our lives are very busy. We strive to be the best on on the track or in the field as well as in other aspects of our lives. Whether that is being the best mom, student, or spouse, we have that competitive drive within us to be the best at that we do. As many of you know it takes a lot of energy, hard work and dedication to be the best. We want to be strong and committed to the sport that we love, but sometimes that can tire us out.
Through all of the struggles and stresses that life brings us it is most important to find balance. Most of you have probably been told that 'balance is key' and I would agree with that. Whether it is finding time to relax, making more time for a new habit or hobby, or even getting enough sleep. Balance is a key aspect in the lives of not only athletes, but people in general. We all have carefully consider what we take on so that we don't overwork our mind and our bodies. If not, exhaustion will eventually spread into our lives whether that be in the classroom, in the house, into a relationship, or on the track.
So now my challenge for you, reader, is to find the areas of your life where balance may not be found. I challenge you to balance out your schedule. For example, don't schedule an hour of lifting after a 3 hour practice. Find time to relax and take a break from the stresses of life. Try to set aside 30 minutes to an hour of time a day where you can recover. Getting enough sleep is where I struggle in balancing my life. I would recommend setting an alarm at a certain time at night that will alert you to go to bed to ensure that you get at a good night's rest that will prepare you for the next day. Understand that it's not always about doing everything in life, but enjoying the things that you do in life.


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Q: Telegram Bot - getChat - invite_link I have a very simple bot in python that runs this code:
def get_chat(chat_id=None):
    data = {
        'chat_id': str(chat_id)
    }
    resp = urllib2.urlopen(BASE_URL + 'getChat?'+urllib.urlencode(data)).read()
        return resp

My bot is an admin of the chat
It should receive the object chat as said here https://core.telegram.org/bots/api#getchat with the chat link inside of the object but the only thing i can receive is this:
{"ok":true,"result":{"id":#####,"title":"####","type":"supergroup"}}

why?

A: Try using exportChatInviteLink method. (documentation)
Also note that any previously generated link is revoked.

A: https://core.telegram.org/bots/api#chat
invite_link: String, Optional. Chat invite link, for groups, supergroups and channel chats. Each administrator in a chat generates their own invite links, so the bot must first generate the link using exportChatInviteLink. Returned only in getChat.

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Q: Matlab guide help, changing the string for a radiobutton from the workspace When using the guide function on MatLab, how do you change the string (name) of a radiobutton from the workspace, without requiring some sort of user input first?
For example,
function radiobutton1_Callback(hObject, eventdata, handles)
% hObject    handle to radiobutton1 (see GCBO)
% eventdata  reserved - to be defined in a future version of MATLAB
% handles    structure with handles and user data (see GUIDATA)
handles = guidata(hObject);
buttonname = 'A'
set(handles.radiobutton1,'string', buttonname);
guidata(hObject,handles);

This changes the name of the radiobutton once it has been selected, but not before. How would I change the string from the start? Thanks in advance.

A: When working with GUIDE function called "Fun", there are three ways in order to change "initial" attributes of an object such as a radio button with the tag "radiobutton1".
The following functions run before it is displayed.

*

*Fun_OpeningFcn

*Fun_OutputFcn

*radiobutton1_CreateFcn
Therefore, you can simply add the new attributes in any part of the above functions. For example, by adding the following modifier to "Fun_OpeningFcn", the string value changes from the beginning:
set(handles.radiobutton1,'String','New_String')
On the other hand, if you want an attribute to get changed after a certain callback action, this modifier should be added to the related callback. When you add this part in the radio button callback function, it means, if the user selected this radio button the name of the radio button will be changed, Which is certainly not your purpose.


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:- module(tk_options,[test/0]).

:- use_module(library('tcltk/tcltk')).
:- use_module(tk_test_aux).
:- use_module(library(aggregates)).

% Example to probe one of the options of predicate tk_new.
% You could change the name of the window.

test:-
	tk_new([name('pepe')],Interp),
	test_aux(Interp).

test_aux(Interp):-
	tcl_eval(Interp,'button .b -text "Say Hello"',_),
	tcl_eval(Interp,[button,'.c','-text',dq('Quit')],_),
	tcl_eval(Interp,'pack .b .c',_),
	tcl_eval(Interp,[bind,'.b','<ButtonPress-1>',
                    br([prolog_one_event,dq(write(execute(tk_test_aux:hello)))])],_),
	tcl_eval(Interp,[bind,'.c','<ButtonPress-1>',
	            br([prolog_one_event,dq(write(quit))])],_),
        tk_event_loop(Interp),
	tcl_delete(Interp).

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Q: Dynamically Return Interface at Design-Time I'm attempting to write a fluent interface which is able to, at design time, detect the property type being passed as a Linq Expression and return an interface based on an evaluation of that type.
For example:
public class Searchable<Person>
{
    public Searchable()
    {
        CanSearch(x => x.Name)
            .Include(StringOperations.Contains);

        CanSearch(x => x.Age)
            .Exclude(NumericOperators.GreaterThan);
    }
}

Within the CanSearchMethod, I'd like to be able to do something like:
public IOperations CanSearch(Expression<Func<T, object>> expression)
{
    var type = (/* Code to pick apart expression */);

    if(type == typeof(int))
        return new ClassImplementingINumericOperations();
    if(type == typeof(string))
        return new ClassImplementingIStringOperations();
    if(type == typeof(IEnumerable))
        return new ClassImplementingIIEnumerableOperations();

    return null;
}

The Include and Exclude methods for the different interfaces differ only by an enum accepted as the argument:
public interface IOperations
{
}

public interface INumericOperations : IOperations
{
    INumericOperations Include(NumericOperationsEnum op);
    INumericOperations Exclude(NumericOperationsEnum op);
}

public interface IStringOperations : IOperations
{
    IStringOperations Include(StringOperationsEnum op);
    IStringOperations Exclude(StringOperationsEnum op);
}

public interface IIEnumerableOperations : IOperations
{
    IIEnumerableOperations Include(CollectionOperationsEnum op);
    IIEnumerableOperations Exclude(CollectionOperationsEnum op);
}

I suspect this is not possible but I can't it out completely since dynamics can do some funky magic.
I've looked at some other fluent interfaces but none seem to evaluate the expression in order to determine what types to return while designing.

A: You can do this with compile-time type-safety using overloads:
public IStringOperations CanSearch<T>(Expression<Func<T, string>> expression);
public IIEnumerableOperations<TItem> CanSearch<T, TItem>(Expression<Func<T, IEnumerable<TItem>> expression);

However, for numeric types, you'll either need a separate overload for each of the 7 numeric types, or a generic INumericOperations<TNumber> which will be annoyingly inflexible.

A: You can exploit overloading and type inference. Something like this:
IStringOperations CanSearch(
    Expression<Func<T, string>> expression)
{ /* ... */ }

INumericOperations CanSearch<TCompare>(
    Expression<Func<T, TCompare>> expression)
    where TCompare : IComparable<TCompare>
{ /* ... */ }

IIEnumerableOperations CanSearch<TSeq>(
    Expression<Func<T, IEnumerable<TSeq>>> expression)
{ /* ... */ }

Now, CanSearch(x => x.Name) will return a IStringOperations whereas CanSearch(x => x.Age) will return a INumericOperations object.


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FREEPORT MAN ARRESTED FOR RAPING AND REPEATEDLY BEATING WOMAN OVERNIGHT
FREEPORT, Fla— A woman pleads for help at a nearby church after a man repeatedly beat her in his home overnight.
Walton County Sheriff's Office arrested 26-year-old Marrion Quiten Holmes Monday, at a residence on State Highway 20 in Freeport. The victim told investigators the two got into a verbal argument that quickly turned physical lasting throughout Sunday night into the early morning hours Monday. The following day she was able to go nearby to a church.
The victim was held against her will and repeatedly beaten by Holmes, at times using a stick. At one point Holmes picked the victim up by her throat with both hands and slammed her to the ground. The victim was able to get outside, at which time Holmes then kicked her off the porch causing her to strike her head. Holmes then ripped off the victims clothing and continued striking her with his fists and stick. The beating continued inside after Holmes dragged the victim by her hair back into the home. Once inside, Holmes then proceeded to have sexual intercourse without the victims consent.
Multiple injuries on the victim's head, neck, face, legs and arms were consistent with her statements. A search warrant was also carried out at Holmes' residence resulting in the discovery of additional evidence. Holmes denied any physical altercation, but admitted the two had consensual sexual intercourse. Holmes was arrested and charged with sexual battery, aggravated battery, and false imprisonment. Holmes was taken to the Walton County Jail where he is being held on $50,000 bond.

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The city of Syracuse will host the annual Clinton Square Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018 starting at 6:30 p.m. The ceremony will be followed by a performance from the Syracuse City Ballet at City Hall Commons Atrium and a Mayor's Office Open House at Syracuse City Hall. The full schedule of City-sponsored events is included on page 2.
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The Clinton Square Ice Rink will be open for skating on Nov. 23 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It will be closed during the tree lighting ceremony and reopen immediately after until 9:30 p.m. The general admission fee is $3.00. The admission fee for children (12 and under) and seniors (55 and older) is $2.00. Skate rentals cost $3.00.
The tree lighting ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m., following a performance by the Syracuse Learn to Skate! figure skating group. The ceremony will be hosted by Maria Maldonado Lewis, constituent services advocate for the city of Syracuse, and Ian Petrella, best known for playing Randy Parker in the classic holiday film "A Christmas Story". The movie celebrates its 35th anniversary this year.
Trumptight 315, an R&B/soul group from Syracuse, will provide musical entertainment. Mr. and Mrs. Claus are "coming to town" before heading over to City Hall. A special "Ice Princess and Sister," provided by As You Wish Entertainment, will be available for photos and to skate with families after the ceremony.
Mayor Ben Walsh, Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens, Police Chief Frank Fowler, and Fire Chief Michael Monds will be joined on stage by five Syracuse students, selected through a citywide art contest, for the tree lighting, which is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. The ceremony is expected to conclude around 7:15 p.m. Brig Juice Brass Ensemble will perform after the ceremony, once Clinton Square Ice Rink open for ice skating.
There is an accessible seating area located near the corner of West Water and South Salina streets.
This year's tree was donated by Onondaga County and the Department of Water Environment Protection. JPW Erectors donated transportation services to deliver the tree from Liverpool to Clinton Square on Nov. 9.
The Syracuse City Ballet will perform segments of "The Nutcracker".
The community is invited to tour the Mayor's Office following the tree lighting ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be available for photos. Members of the Healthcare Education Project CNY are ready to help Santa and step in as his elves. The Victory Temple and Chittenango Select choirs will perform until 8:15 p.m. There will also be a holiday card decorating station.
The original 1938 Ford fire truck from "A Christmas Story" will be parked outside of City Hall and available for photos. There will be a suggested donation of $1.00 that directly benefits a restoration fund for the truck.
There is an accessible entrance located on Montgomery Street.
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Home News Passenger plane crash horror kills 50
Plane crashed at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal
Flight had arrived from Dhaka, Bangladesh, when it careened off the runway
Plane was carrying 67 passengers and four crew members when it crashed
At least 50 people have died and 23 have so far been taken to hospital
Dozens of people have been killed in a plane crash at an airport in Kathmandu, Nepal on Monday.
The flight from Dhaka, Bangladesh, landed on the Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal, but ended up careening off the runway and crashing, bursting into flames.
Nepal army spokesman, Brig. Gen. Gokul Bhandari, said 50 people had died and the fate of the others was unknown.
Crash: The passenger flight from Dhaka, Bangladesh, landed in Kathmandu, Nepal, but ended up careening off the runway and crashing in a nearby field
Tragedy: At least 50 people died when the plane crashed at the main airport Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal
The airplane had carried 67 passengers and four crew members from Bangladesh to Nepal.
Airline spokesman Kamrul Islam said 33 of the passengers were Nepali, 32 were Bangladeshi, one was Chinese and one from the Maldives.
'All of a sudden the plane shook violently and there was a loud bang,' one of the survivors, Basanta Bohora, told the Kathmandu Post daily.
'I was seated near a window and was able to break out of the window.'
The cause of the crash was not immediately clear, but a statement from airport authorities said the plane was 'out of control' as it came in to land.
Basanta Bohara, 27, a survivor from the US-Bangla plane crash lies on a hospital bed while undergoing treatment in Kathmandu
Rescue teams carry a victim from the wreckage of a plane that crashed at the main airport Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu
Help: More than 20 people were rescued from the wreckage and is receiving treatment
Eye witnesses said the plane, a Canadian-made Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 turboprop, crashed as it made a second attempt to land.
'There might be technical problems on the aircraft. But it has to be probed before making a final statement,' Mahbubur Rahman of Bangladesh's civil aviation ministry said.
Earlier in the day, a police official said at least 38 people had died, 23 had been injured and ten were unaccounted for.
Several passengers rescued are reported to have later died in hospital.
Scene: Emergency services were quick to put out the flames after the plane crashed
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SDSU is set to open the 2019 season at UCLA on Aug. 31.
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Judging by the number of comments that appeared in last week's edition, it would seem clear that the recent Auditor General's report struck a nerve with readers of e-Veritas. Having now read through the report in detail – twice – I'd like to share a few perspectives of my own, and would be pleased to invite feedback from our readers.
My initial reaction to this report is that the rather sterile analysis that forms the basis of its substance is probably the kind of thing one would expect to see from a group of auditors. Likewise, the bland, carefully-worded response by the Chief of Defence Staff is exactly the kind of phraseology that the DND public relations bureaucracy is well-noted for churning out. It was interesting to see that the most intelligent and thoughtful response to the report came not from the man at the top, but rather from someone at the very bottom of the military hierarchy, namely Officer Cadet Eliza Bruce, whose insightful comments revealed a degree of wisdom far beyond her years. Well done, Eliza, and keep up the good work.
In any event, it's clear that the recent report levels a number of serious criticisms at RMC, and to anyone who has ever attended the College as a cadet, at least some of these observations will come as no surprise. But having had some time to now reflect on the report, I think it's equally clear that it comes up short in a number of respects. I would in fact suggest that there are three important considerations that are noticeably absent, but that need to be part of any future dialogue regarding RMC and its role in Canadian society.
The first relates to the cadets themselves. The report comments at some length on a number of their perceived shortcomings, but what it fails to acknowledge is the fact that the young people who come into the College are pretty good to begin with. In fact, I would argue that on the whole, the recruits that RMC typically attracts are exceptionally good, and a few noteworthy exceptions like myself, have been consistently so dating back to the days of the Old 18.
Unlike the vast majority of civilian universities, where admissions decisions are made almost entirely on the basis of a very impersonal evaluation of an applicant's academic marks, simply getting into RMC requires prospective cadets to successfully make it through a much more rigorous and comprehensive selection process. Moreover, everyone who chooses to attend RMC does so of their own free will, and for those who stay for any length of time, we all know what they have to go through. So, I think it would be fair to conclude that the members of the cadet wing are a pretty talented and motivated bunch.
The quality of the end product produced by any institution depends to a very great degree on the quality of its inputs, and in this respect, RMC has always been fortunate to have pretty good raw material to work with. Certainly, as the AG report points out, there are problems at the College, but I think many of these are a reflection of deficiencies in the system itself, as opposed to flaws within the young people who come into it. As we know, the cadets did not create the system, and they can do virtually nothing to change it. That's the prerogative of the senior staff to which cadets look for leadership, and they are the people who must ultimately accept responsibility when things don't go the way they should.
The second glaring omission in the AG report is that, while it quite correctly notes that the stated mission of RMC is to produce career officers for the Canadian Forces, it fails to make any mention of the fact that Ex-Cadets have gone on to distinguish themselves in many other fields of endeavor. The products of RMC – both those who graduated, but also a great many who did not – have gone forth from the peninsula to rise to positions of senior leadership in business, government, the professions, academia, and many other walks of life. Each, in their own distinctive way, has served Canada very well.
In this respect, though many RMC graduates have gone on to very successful military careers, the College's impact on Canadian society extends far beyond the realm of the armed forces. I would in fact argue that that as a result of the many and varied accomplishments of Ex-Cadets, RMC's contributions to Canada are all of proportion for an institution of its size, and the products of the College can indeed be considered as being "nation builders" whose efforts have done much to shape Canada into the country that it has become today.
My final critique of the AG report is that much of its apparently unfavourable evaluation of RMC appears to be grounded in a very clinical, dollars-and-cents type of analysis. The report takes pains to point out that the cost of educating officer cadets at military college is significantly higher than that associated with putting them through civilian university, and concludes by saying that "the Royal Military College of Canada could not demonstrate that it produced officers at a reasonable cost". Also worth noting, however, is that the good people who authored the report make no mention of exactly what they deem to be "reasonable cost".
There is a fundamental problem with this line of reasoning, and that is, as anyone who has ever passed through the College will readily appreciate, the real value of being at RMC lies in the intangibles, the things that cannot be easily measured or quantified using any set of off-the-shelf metrics. In fact, I would go so far as to say that the real value of attending RMC is something that cannot be measured at all. It is the uniqueness of an experience – something which most of us only many years afterward come to fully appreciate – that is truly transformative and life-changing, and something that can never be fully understood except by those who have suffered through and endured it themselves.
The most important person in any publicly-funded organization is the taxpayer, and speaking now as one of them, I can certainly understand and appreciate the need for DND to be mindful of cost-effectiveness in managing its affairs. But to treat the evaluation of an institution like RMC strictly as a bean-counting exercise does a great disservice to the College. As Eliza Bruce quite correctly pointed out, it is the living history – the unique and indomitable fighting spirit, the sense of camaraderie and shared mission, the feeling of belonging to something that is much, much greater than oneself – that make RMC the great institution that it is.
As the Auditor General's report has shown, it is a relatively straightforward exercise to calculate the financial costs of putting someone through RMC. However, what the authors of this report apparently have failed to understand – probably not surprisingly – is the fact that when cadets leave the College, they take with them some unique and special things that no amount of money could ever hope to buy.
One of the things that was particularly disappointing was to see the suggestion raised in certain areas of the media that continuing to operate RMC may not be worth it. Sure, closing down the College might save taxpayers a few bucks, but at what cost ? In a country that has become increasingly preoccupied with "inclusiveness" and "political correctness", and one in which mediocrity seems to have become the commonly accepted standard, RMC stands out as a rare and enduring example of excellence, a place where young Canadians from every corner of this land are encouraged to come together as one, to reach beyond their limitations, and to strive to become the best they can be. Maybe I'm naïve and idealistic, but to me, that's something worth preserving, and worth protecting if we have to.
It was 40 years ago this year that I myself had to leave the College, and readers of my past submissions will probably know that my own time at RMC came to a premature and unhappy ending. But much as I have always regretted the circumstances under which I had to leave, I have never regretted the decision to come here in the first place. Looking back now, I believe my own time at RMC, as brief as it was, gave me the opportunity to make many lifelong friends, and helped me to become a better professional, and a better Canadian, than I might otherwise have been. And for that, I am truly thankful.
Powell himself was a graduate not of West Point but rather the lowly City College of New York. He began his career as a young black Lieutenant in an officer corps dominated by whites, some of whom made no secret of their racial prejudices. He survived two tours in Vietnam, and lived through the long and torturous rebirth of the U.S. Army that took place in the years after the war ended. And over the course of his 35 years of service, he overcame tremendous obstacles to rise to his country's highest military office. His words of wisdom have provided me with valuable guidance in many of my own professional endeavours.
If there's one thing I have learned in my own years of consulting, it may be that there are many people out there who can – and often do – make a living by crunching numbers or regurgitating data. But the qualities that I believe make a truly effective professional advisor – things like insight, judgment, and wisdom – are traits that can't be taught in any graduate program, and that oftentimes have become all too rare in today's world.
The AG report identifies varied and sundry problems at RMC, and I am sure at least some of these problems are there. The report makes numerous recommendations for change, and some changes undoubtedly need to be made. But at the same time, I do find some of the sweeping generalizations that are contained within the report to be very troubling, and because of this, I do hope great care will be taken with any future decisions that are made as a consequence of this report.
The final thing I am going to say is, it really is a shame that this report was not done 40 years ago. If the members of the study team had been able to see what really went on at the College in those days, they probably would have had a collective heart attack. But as we were told as young recruits, if you can't take a joke, you shouldn't have joined the Royal Military College.
I am pleased to submit these thoughts for consideration by my fellow Ex-Cadets, and look forward to your comments and feedback.
RMC: remembering 6 Dec 1989: massacre of 14 women; where were you?
Well said, Mike Kennedy! Every time I visit RMC and have any sort of interaction with Cadets, I come away with the assurance that there is hope for Canada if its future in the hands of such young men and women. They are not saints, but when one compares their behaviour to the destructive shenanigans that are tolerated at other universities (no name, no pack drill, if I may use a time-honoured Army expression), one wonders which is providing the taxpayer the better value.
Mike, thank you for your comments. I concur. My time at Royal Roads was shorter than necessary to graduate, by choice, none the less there are no regrets for having that life altering experience. It is a time of which I am very proud not to mention having Jim Leach as a fellow classmate and Andre Boudreau as a senior, truly great products of RRMC and RMC. The experience did create many life-long friendships for me as well as evidenced by having dinner tomorrow night with a few of them including Jim Peacock 7419, Barry Millar 7407 and John Wood 7830 and our spouses.
Oscar Wilde had Lord Darlington quip that a cynic was 'a man who knows the price of everything and the value of nothing.' As with so much of what Wilde wrote or said, it's more than just a nice turn of phrase – it hits at the heart of the problems of society.
These days, our government, our businesses, our media and more seem to be dominated by what Wilde would have described as cynics. The idea that anyone in the 'real world' should even consider ethical, moral, philosophical or cultural values to be on a par with financial or economic 'value' appears whimsical, sentimental, even romantic. Hard-nosed, sensible, rational, practical people 'know' otherwise. It's the economy, stupid.
… and if Wilde's saying applies to cynics, it can apply twice as directly to accountants, at least in their professional capacity. Accountants are taught, amongst other things, how to put together models of systems – in particular things like expense systems or tax systems – that allow you to 'test' different scenarios so as to get specific outcomes. Turning a set of rules into an Excel spreadsheet makes this easy – in some ways too easy – so that you can easily work out how to get the best from a system. You can look at the probability of getting a particular outcome, and look at the 'downsides' of this outcome. You can use this kind of logic to determine the best price to charge to a product – perhaps you'll be better off selling a smaller number at a higher price, perhaps a larger number at a lower price.
With a 'good' accountant all these kinds of calculations become relatively simple. You need to know prices, have a little bit of expertise in Excel, and be good at estimating probabilities (which is particularly easy in the era of big data) but not a great deal more than that.
The problem is that its ease and attractiveness can be seductive and misleading. To borrow an old idiom, accountancy is a good servant but a very poor master. Being able to quantify things, to measure things, to compare and analyse can make it easy to miss the underlying issues. Focusing on the price makes it easy to miss the real value – and can turn what should be complex decisions based on combinations of ethics, morals, culture, empathy, philosophy and understanding of society into much simpler games based on numbers and calculations.
That word game is the key – when all the values are removed, these things just become games. Mathematical games – where the key is to maximise your results. In the 1980s, when I began my working life, this attitude seemed to pervade almost everything – the growth of the use of spreadsheets mirrored what felt to me like a hardening of attitudes. The idea of 'efficiency' was king – and efficiency was intended in a very narrow sense. Cutting costs, maximising income, improving the bottom line… and this was seen as the key to almost everything in life.
So what's the problem with this? It seems sensible, doesn't it? You can save money. You can make sure that you live an efficient, practical life – and maximise your results. In fact, you'd be stupid not to do it, wouldn't you? Ultimately, it becomes a mantra, something basic and unquestioned. It becomes a way of life.
One thing I won't do, however, is play their game. I may not know the price of everything, but I do know that there are many things more valuable than money.
Mike, thanks for this well-written op-ed Yes, the bean counters seem not to recognize the difference between cost and value.
I also liked the insightful response from the Commandant and Principal, also published in this edition.
I concur completely wth all of your comments. The value of an experience cannot be measured in what it cost in dollars.


The recent statements by PAS president, Abdul Hadi Awang, have raised doubts as to whether Hadi intends to protect the recent scandal-wrought Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak.
Hadi's recent call on Wall Street Journal (WSJ) to provide four witnesses in order to provide substantiation to the embezzlement claim made against Najib, has been described as the "joke of the year" by Klang MP Charles Santiago.
"How do we convince him that the Islamic Law has got no jurisdiction in this matter? What would it take for Hadi to finally realise that the newspaper is not bound by the Syariah Law?" asked Charles.
He was responding to a report on the international newspaper that alleged some RM700 million of funds were transferred from 1Malaysia Development Berhad to Najib's personal accounts. The WSJ cited documents which had been seen by local investigators probing the issue, and this was later confirmed by Attorney-General Abdul Gani Patail.
"Is Hadi really interested in preserving the fairness and equity of law or is he trying to insulate Najib at a time when the country is grappling with one of its worst financial scandals involving a political figurehead?" added Charles.
Charles also advised Hadi to request Gani to expose any incriminating documents and freeze the bank accounts of Najib during the process of investigation.
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The cherry blossoms park in Seoul or the flower garden in the island will give you beautiful photos on the road.
You can accompany your loved one to the following locations in Korea for a romantic spring.
This is a park located in Seoul. Fresh spring air with calm atmosphere, romantic setting here is ideal for couples to walk and chat. The walking path in the park also has many beautiful flowers blooming in the spring such as the flowers of the overseas Vietnamese, rhododendron and cherry.
In addition, the highlight of the park also has the Palgakjeong (Octagon Hall), Seoul Tower, Aquarium, Fountain, and Namsan Library. Guests can take a cable car or take a walk up the mountain.
Also located in Seoul, this is the place where frequent festivals of cherry blossoms are observed, with a quiet, fresh water lake. The lake has nearly 1,000 cherry trees growing around. In addition to watching flowers, couples can visit Lotte World entertainment center located right next to it.
If you can't see the snow (plum blossom) together at the beginning of the season, you can go to the village with white plum blossoms at the beginning of March. Most flowers in the village are white. Therefore, when plum flowers bloom simultaneously in the spring, the whole village floats white like snowy land, so plum flowers are also called snow flowers.
Spring comes, rapeseed flowers bloom yellow and glow throughout the island, spreading the scent in the fresh air. This is a place that attracts couples when traveling to Korea. A scene appears with the clear blue sky, blue ocean and bright yellow flowers. It was chosen as the location for the filming of films in Korea. Cabbages here often bloom from April to May.


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Back in 1999, when the initial conversations that led to what is now Illinois Legal Aid Online began, the idea that people would have access to and use the Internet to get legal information and resources particularly low-income and disadvantaged people was considered questionable at best. While it is hard to imagine now when virtually everyone has a smart phone, back then those were just cell phones and internet access was still far from universally available.
Yet despite those questions, the potential for a user-friendly online platform to serve as a hub for legal information and resources for the public was increasingly clear. Prior to that time, there was no central place where people could go to get reliable information about their legal rights and responsibilities or to learn where they could turn to for free or affordable legal help.
The result was that various legal aid organizations, bar groups, and others were creating their own, often duplicative print resources on common legal topics like eviction, child support, consumer debt and other bread and butter legal issues people regularly encounter. Not only was this an inefficient system with a lot of unnecessary duplication of time and resources, there was a wide range in the quality of these resources, and they often could be out of date shortly after going to print.
The CBF and the other founding partners of what was initially called the Illinois Technology Center for Law and the Public Interest believed the opportunity of creating a central online platform to house legal information and resources far outweighed concerns about internet access. While maybe only Steve Jobs saw smart phones in our future at that time, the internet already was a growing presence in our lives, and public libraries, schools and other community gathering places increasingly offered free internet access points.
Fast forward to today and Illinois Legal Aid Online is a central part of the pro bono and legal aid system that offers comprehensive and user-friendly information and resources for the public on a wide range of legal issues. More than two million people now visit the website, www.illinoislegaid.org, each year at all hours of the day. Many are able to resolve simpler legal issues with the resources they find there, and many more find themselves in a much better position to move forward.
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Resources & Geoscience
Miners & explorers
Geoscience information
Applications & approvals
Rules & forms
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Improved Management of Exploration Regulation (IMER) applies to all exploration licences and assessment leases issued under the Mining Act 1992, as well as any exploration licences, special prospecting authorities and assessment leases issued under the Petroleum (Onshore) Act 1991. These are collectively referred to in these FAQs as 'exploration titles'.
Why is resource exploration in NSW being reformed?
Improved Management of Exploration Regulation (IMER) reflects the NSW Government's commitment to ensuring regulatory best practice, boosting industry growth, and providing greater public confidence in the exploration sector.
The reforms offer a complete overhaul of NSW exploration regulation, with tough new streamlined rules across all types of exploration activities.
They will help to grow exploration in NSW and drive a competitive resources sector by providing upfront rules, cutting red tape and providing increased flexibility through risk-based regulation.
IMER will also promote stronger accountability for industry and offer the community greater clarity about and confidence in the regulation of the exploration sector.
The reforms will apply from 1 July 2015 to all new applications for the grant, renewal or transfer of an exploration title. They will also apply to any renewals of petroleum titles granted after 1 July 2015. The reforms will be implemented progressively and reviewed after 12 months to ensure the settings are operating seamlessly.
What does IMER consist of?
In order to minimise disparate reporting periods over a year, explorers can now submit all reports at the same time, including the summary activity, exploration, environment management, rehabilitation and community consultation reports.
What are the new codes that will be introduced under IMER?
Codes that take effect from 1 July 2015:
Produced Water Management, Storage and Transfer
Exploration Code of Practice: Rehabilitation
Codes that take effect from 1 March 2015:
Exploration Code of Practice: Community Consultation
What are the new guidelines that will be introduced under IMER?
Guidelines introduced from 1 July 2015:
Petroleum drilling and well servicing – competencies (exploration and production)
Work programs for prospecting titles (exploration)
Petroleum land access (exploration)
Industry guideline for mineral (non-coal) explorers (exploration)
ESG2: guideline for preparing a review of environmental factors (exploration)
Annual activity reporting (exploration)
ESG5: assessment requirements for exploration activities (this explains the new assessment process that will commence later this year).
Guidelines to be introduced 1 March 2016
Guideline for Mineral Exploration Drilling and Integrity of Petroleum Exploration and Production Wells
Guidelines to be introduced later on:
industry guideline for coal explorers (exploration)
industry guideline for petroleum explorers (exploration)
industry guideline for assessment leases
What does IMER mean for the NSW exploration industry?
The reforms will boost the NSW exploration sector with:
Improved clarity via:
upfront, predictable regulation
more consistent application of regulation
the elimination of duplication and overlap with existing regulatory requirements
a move away from exploration titles that are fixed in time to titles that consolidate approved activities over time.
new clearer requirements for explorers that allow for risk-based management of activities
a shift away from the often confusing exploration category system to new exploration title conditions for activity approvals
new industry guidelines detailing the process of applying for prospecting titles and the responsibilities of applicants and authority holders.
Industry growth via:
a more flexible, less complicated, risk-based regulatory system
the opportunity for innovation and best practice in meeting requirements
the availability of full statutory licence term for minerals titles
improved work program management
faster and more streamlined approvals.
Time and cost savings via:
requirements that are easier to comprehend and implement
a quicker approvals process for lower impact exploration activities
simplified documentation for lower impact exploration activities
full statutory terms for minerals titles
clearer title instruments
standardised exploration title conditions for activity approvals
easier submission of forms online
What does IMER mean for the community?
The reforms serve to boost community confidence in exploration, with regulation that not only better meets risk-based needs affecting the local area, but also increases the level of targeted compliance and enforcement that focuses on areas where the risks are greatest.
Under the former system, the public was not always aware of the conditions imposed on explorers as part of title applications or activity approvals. Under IMER, the minimum standards in the codes are known at the outset (and publicly available) and the requirements are less complex and in plain English. This provides the community with improved clarity of what is expected of industry as part of the exploration process.
Further, the new mandatory Exploration Code of Practice: Community Consultation (introduced on 1 March 2016) seeks to enhance the understanding of the consultation requirements of the exploration industry and the community.
Who was consulted in the development of IMER?
The Division of Resources and Energy (DRE) has undertaken targeted briefings and consultation about the reforms.
Interest groups communicated with about various aspects of the reforms include the Land and Water Commissioner's Petroleum Access Group, the Irrigators Council, NSW Farmers, and the Thoroughbred Breeders Association.
Industry groups consulted include the NSW Minerals Council, the Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC), and the Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA).
Several other NSW Government agencies were consulted to arrive at a whole-of-government approach to regulation.
Extensive consultation occurred through the development and finalisation of the Exploration Code of Practice: Community Consultation. This included a process of public exhibition which comprised letters and emails to over 2500 title holders, community members and other stakeholders, social media events, dedicated webpage and email address, and presentation to stakeholder meetings.
Will there be ongoing consultation during the implementation of IMER?
Industry and the community will be engaged with during the reforms' implementation in the following ways:
DRE will provide industry with regular updates via email
regional industry workshops will be held in August/September 2015
ongoing information on the progress of transition will be provided at relevant forums
there will be a 12 month review of the new system, as well as the codes of practice.
Risk-based regulation
What does risk-based regulation mean in the context of exploration?
The current prescriptive regulatory framework is labour intensive and not necessarily proportionate to risk and complexity.
Risk-based regulation acknowledges that industry is best-placed to identify the most effective way to manage their activities in line with regulations.
With this type of regulation, the requirements imposed on explorers are not prescriptive, meaning that they do not specify particular measures or controls to be implemented. Rather, the onus is placed on the explorers to assess and adopt the most suitable measures to prevent harm based on the localised risk, type and scale, phase and duration of exploration activities.
For example, although a mandatory requirement will be imposed on explorers to implement all measure to prevent pollution caused by dust, the methods used to satisfy this requirement would not be specified. Such measures could include spraying unsealed tracks with water, revegetating disturbed areas immediately after activities cease or altering work practices. This enables explorers to identify the most appropriate dust suppression measures to achieve the regulatory requirement.
Risk-based regulation also enables DRE to best target its resources to areas of higher risk in ensuring highly effective compliance and enforcement.
How will IMER affect enforcement of the regulations?
In preparation for the reforms, the DRE's compliance and enforcement efforts have been strengthened. Additionally, the reforms will help to increase compliance as they enable the Division to focus on areas where the compliance risk is greatest.
How does DRE assess what are exploration activities of greater risk?
DRE's compliance and enforcement priorities are focussed on delivering the best outcomes for the community, industry and the Division. In this regard, its decision-making process is based on its extensive data and knowledge base, as well as information from the community and industry.
From 1 September 2015, IMER will launch a streamlined assessment of complying exploration activities (being lower impact exploration activities) that meet specific location requirements, and satisfy stringent impact thresholds and criteria. However, non-complying exploration activities and all petroleum exploration activities are assessed at a higher standard and applications for these activities must be accompanied by additional environmental impact assessment information.
What will happen if I undertake a comprehensive risk assessment as part of the regulation, but it failed to identify a hazard that later causes an incident?
An investigation will determine if the risk assessment that was carried out was appropriate. Also any control measures put in place to prevent or mitigate the risk may also be examined to determine if the measure was appropriate in preventing or minimising the risk (so far as reasonable practicable in the circumstances). Consideration will be given to risk assessments and control measures implemented in accordance with relevant international and national standards/guidelines.
Why does DRE require a list of current ELs or ALs held or pending by an applicant and any Related Body Corporate in NSW?
DRE requires a complete list of the current exploration licences (ELs) or assessment leases (ALs) held by an applicant/transferee and any Related Body Corporates at the time of the application, given the titles may be held in different names.
Who does Section 2A (financial history) apply to?
Section 2A applies to all applicants. The types of matters in Section 2A refer to offences that only natural persons can commit, therefore Section 2A must be completed by:
the applicant, when the applicant is a natural person, or
all the officers of the company, when the applicant is a company.
Who does Section 2B (company financial history) apply to?
Section 2B applies to applicants who are a company. When the applicant is a company, Section 2B must be completed and signed by an officer of the company.
What if I answer 'no' to all the questions in Section 2A or 2B?
If you answer 'no' to all the questions in Section 2A or 2B, you must include your signed check sheet with the application. No further information is required at the time of submitting the application.
What if I answer 'yes' to any of the questions in Section 2A or 2B?
If you answer 'yes' to any of the questions in Section 2A or 2B, you must include your signed check sheet with the application plus, you will need to attach a separate statement setting out the specific circumstances of the history and the reasons why those circumstances should not prevent you from holding a title.
What part of Section 3 do I complete if the applicant is an ASX listed company?
DRE has implemented a risk based model to ensure that titles are granted to applicants who have the financial capability at the time the application is made or who are able to secure the financial resources.
If you are an ASX listed company you can choose to complete and submit Section:
3A only, OR
3B and 3C, OR
3D only.
To determine which section to complete, please consider the thresholds.
If a Section 3A statement is submitted, all the documents identified in items 1 to 6 of the section 3A statement must be attached.
Note: Section 3D statements are not available for coal applications/renewals/transfers.
What part of section 3 do I complete if the applicant is a Related Body Corporate of an ASX listed company?
If you are a Related Body Corporate (according to the definition in the guideline) of an ASX listed company, you can choose to complete and submit:
What part of Section 3 do I complete if the applicant is a company and the majority of shares are owned by an ASX listed company?
If you are a Related Body Corporate of an ASX listed company you can choose to complete and submit:
Why is a Section 3C statement (accountant report) required to be signed by an independent person?
DRE has implemented a risk based regulatory model. Applicants who must submit a Section 3B statement have higher activity levels, therefore DRE require an independent financial assurance in the form of a Section 3C accountant report to assist with the assessment process.
When does IMER take effect?
The reforms will apply to all grant, renewal and transfer applications for exploration licences and assessment leases (exploration titles) lodged after 1 July 2015.
The reforms will also apply to any petroleum title renewal applications after 1 July 2015.
Will there be any changes to existing titleholder rights under IMER?
No. All rights and obligations of existing titleholders remain in place until the title is renewed or transferred.
How long will applications take to process under IMER?
Processing times for applications are not expected to vary. Existing service delivery standards apply and will continue to be reported on.
Under IMER, will there be any additional cost for applications?
No. The reforms do not include any increase in fees or costs.
Will there be 'opt in' arrangements put in place if I want my exploration title to be assessed under the new regime post 1 July 2015?
Not at this stage. Legislative changes that are likely to be made by Parliament later in the year may allow 'opt in' arrangements to occur.
Under IMER, when will I receive a new/updated exploration title document?
If you have been issued an exploration title issued under the reforms, you will receive an updated version of your title document each time one of the following occurs:
your title is renewed
your title is transferred
your title is transferred in part
a security review results in a variation to the security you need to provide and maintain under the title
a new mineral group is added to your title
you are granted a new activity approval
you change your name
your title is devolved to another person
your title is cancelled in part (at your request or otherwise)
you carry out the right to negotiate process, and obtain Ministerial consent to carry out exploration activities on land where Native Title has not been extinguished
What do I need to do if I want an exploration and mining titles agent to be the primary contact for my exploration titles?
Indicate this on the application form/s and provide the agent with a letter of authorisation setting out what the agent is authorised to do on your behalf.
You need to understand that the title holder is still accountable in relation to compliance and enforcement. Stating that, 'I left that for my agent to do,' will not be an acceptable excuse in the event of a breach occurring.
Legal status of codes and guidelines
What's the difference between a code and a guideline?
Codes of Practice are enforceable and are therefore mandatory. They will apply via the conditions of an exploration title.
Guidelines explain a process or provide guidance on how to prepare management plans, environmental assessments, complete a form, etc. As such, they are not mandatory but may be considered in any investigation to determine whether the measures put in place were reasonable and appropriate in preventing or minimising the risk.
Activity approvals
How does IMER affect activity approvals?
Improvements to the activity approval process will be launched on 1 September 2015. This will simplify assessment requirements for lower impact exploration activities.
Assessment of exploration activity applications by DR will be streamlined for complying exploration activities (CEAs) that the Division has determined are unlikely to have a significant impact on the environment, such as those that meet specific location requirements and satisfy stringent impact thresholds and criteria. The activity must also be undertaken in accordance with all relevant Codes of Practice and/or title conditions, as well as subject to any limits and management controls the explorer described in its application.
An example of a CEA could be a drilling program that clears less than a hectare of land, outside of any environmentally sensitive areas.
Non-complying and intensive mineral and coal exploration activities, and all petroleum exploration activities, will be analysed and assessed in greater detail and applications for these activities must be accompanied by additional environmental impact assessment information in the form of a Review of Environmental Factors (REF). Depending on the type of activity proposed, and how far it deviated from the CEA criteria, this may be a Targeted REF or a Guideline REF. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) may be required if there is a likelihood of significant harm to the environment. These activities will also be approved subject to compliance with relevant Codes of Practice and/or title conditions, and the REF. This pathway would apply to any activities undertaken in environmentally sensitive areas.
Explorers should refer to ESG5: Assessment Requirements for Exploration Activities for further information.
What exploration activities do not need further approval?
This will not change. Certain exploration activities with minimal environmental impact have been identified as exempt development under the State Environmental Planning Policy (Mining, Petroleum Production and Extractive Industries) 2007 (Mining SEPP). These minimal impact activities do not require further environmental assessment or approval prior to being carried out.
Under the Mining SEPP the following activities are exempt development, provided they are of minimal environmental impact:
the construction, maintenance and use of equipment for the monitoring of weather, noise, air, groundwater or subsidence;
low intensity exploration activities, including:
geological mapping and airborne surveying
sampling and coring using hand-held equipment
geophysical (but not seismic) surveying and downhole logging
accessing of areas by vehicle that does not involve the construction of an access track or road.
How long will the processing of CEA applications take?
When the new processes are introduced, the target time for the processing of CEA applications will be 10 business days. Read more about service delivery standards.
Are petroleum explorers able to take advantage of the streamlined assessment process for CEAs?
Petroleum exploration activities will not be eligible to be assessed under the streamlined assessment process for CEAs. Petroleum explorers must prepare and submit a Review of Environmental Factors (REF) in support of an application for approval to carry out petroleum exploration activities that require further environmental assessment.
What are the new requirements for an Agricultural Impact Statement (AIS)?
Currently, an AIS is required for all exploration activities that require submission of an Review of Environmental Factors (REF), regardless of whether there will be an impact on agricultural resources or industries.
However, new AIS guidelines will only require an AIS where there is a requirement for a REF and there will be a potential impact on agricultural resources or industries.
For further information, refer to the Guideline for Agricultural Impact Statements at the Exploration Stage.
How does IMER affect industry reporting?
A new guideline for annual reporting requires all reports covering exploration, environmental management and rehabilitation, and for coal and petroleum community consultation, to be supplied at the same time.
Who do I contact if I need assistance in providing exploration, environmental or community consultation reports?
For exploration reports:
Geological Survey of NSW Mineral Exploration Assessment group
Email minerals.explorationassessment@geoscience.nsw.gov.au
Coal and petroelum
Coal and Petroleum Geoscience group
Email coal.geology@geoscience.nsw.gov.au
For environmental reports:
Environmental Sustainability Unit
Email minres.environment@planning.nsw.gov.au
For community consultation reports:
Regulatory Audit and Investigation Unit
Email dre.compliance@planning.nsw.gov.au
How does IMER affect work programs?
Work programs are now part of the exploration title instrument, rather than simply being referenced by a title condition. (The contents of a work program that will be made public will be subject to any confidentiality provisions under the relevant legislation.) Additionally, work programs now cover exploration activities (i.e. prospecting operations), environmental management and rehabilitation, and community consultation, helping to identify what the title holder is planning and has budgeted for these additional activities.
Work programs for mineral and coal are currently only used for assessing whether an exploration title should be granted or renewed. Standard exploration title conditions will now also require compliance with the work program during the term of a title and set a minimum standard of performance, but not a cap.
Importantly, work programs now allow for greater flexibility, allowing mineral explorers to seek licences for five years. They now also allow explores to submit work programs for a broader exploration project, not just individual title areas.
Who do I contact if I need assistance in relation to my work program?
For mineral exploration:
Geological Survey Mineral Exploration Assessment group
For coal and petroleum:
Which of the new Codes and Guidelines are relevant to petroleum explorers?
All of the new Codes and Guidelines apply to petroleum explorers.
The following are specific to petroleum exploration (and some also apply to production):
Exploration Code of Practice: Produced Water Management, Transfer and Storage
Exploration Guideline: Petroleum Land Access
Exploration and Production Guideline: Petroleum Drilling and Well Servicing – Competencies.
The current codes for fracture stimulation and well integrity continue to apply.
Which petroleum compliance issues are enforced by the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) and which by DRE?
The EPA is the sole authority responsible for regulating compliance and enforcement of all conditions within petroleum titles and exploration activity approvals, excluding work health and safety.
The EPA issues environment protection licences (EPLs) under the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. EPL conditions relate to pollution prevention and monitoring, and cleaner production through recycling and reuse and the implementation of best practice.
DRE is responsible for the compliance and enforcement of work health and safety requirements in the petroleum sector.
Do the codes change who can apply for a Petroleum Exploration Licence?
No. The recently adopted Minimum Standards and Merit Assessment Procedure (Minimum Standards) sets the framework for determining applications to grant, renew and transfer petroleum exploration licences.
The Minimum Standards require applicants to demonstrate they:
have the technical skills
have the financial capacity
have a sound compliance history
are a 'fit and proper' person to hold a petroleum exploration licence in NSW.
How does IMER impact the area I can apply to explore for petroleum?
IMER has no direct impact. A freeze is currently in place on all new applications for petroleum exploration licences in NSW.
As announced in the NSW Gas Plan, the Government is establishing a statewide Strategic Release Framework for petroleum titles.
Under the new framework, new gas exploration will only be permitted in areas of the State released for exploration, based on a consideration of environmental, social and economic factors.
Further, under the new framework, only those operators that meet the highest standards of financial and technical capacity will be able to obtain petroleum titles.


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Horror is known for the final girl trope, the sole survivor who is spared at the end of the movie. She is smart and capable, and many see these women as empowering figures. Many women have made careers on creating these iconic women, becoming "scream queens" in their own right.
But what about the villainesses? There are many instances of the killer's mask coming off to reveal a woman underneath. There are also many performances where you are aware of their villainy all along.
Check out the six amazing films below for a look at some great performances by women who prove that sweet and innocent is not the only effective way to cast a women in horror.
One of the most iconic killers of all time, Jason has been prowling the horror landscape in his hockey mask since 1980. Sometimes we forget, however, that the original killer was actually revealed to be his mother, Mrs. Voorhees. Well, we did forget it until the famous scene in Scream where Drew Barrymore got the question wrong in one of the most horrifying opening scenes in slasher history. Mrs. Voorhees was played by creepy perfection by the wonderful Betsy Palmer. Driven mad by her son's death, she returns to the camp as it reopens, targeting new camp counsellors, whom she still blames for not watching while her son drowned all those years ago.
When author Paul Sheldon crashes his car in the snowy wilderness, a local nurse rescues him and brings him home with her. While in her care, Annie asks if she can read the transcript for his latest novel that she found in his car. He complies, and Annie is less than happy with the fate of her favourite character. Thus begins Mr. Sheldon's nightmare, as he is trapped in the home of his number one fan. Kathy Bates was absolutely perfect in this role, swinging wildly from oh so sweet to rage in a split second. One word, guys: "hobbling."
A group of teens heads to a secluded vacation home, only to be picked off one by one. At the center of the storm is newcomer to the group, Mandy Lane (Amber Heard). She is clearly uncomfortable around all of these popular kids, and all of the guys are being creeps and trying to get in her pants. It sounds like the typical formula, but this one has a twist as Mandy is revealed to be not as sweet as she seems….
Jennifer's Body
This hilarious horror comedy is quickly gaining cult status in the decade following its release, and this attention is well-deserved. Megan Fox plays Jennifer, a girl who is murdered in a sacrifice that doesn't go quite according to plan. As a result, she is possessed by a demon that gives her some amazing abilities, but also the need to feed on human flesh. A hilarious comedy, an original possession story, and a damning look at female friendships, Jennifer's Body is destined for classic status.
Oof. Hard Candy is a tough movie to watch, but the performances alone make it worth it. Elliot Page plays a barely teenaged girl, Hayley, who has been flirting online with a thirty-something photographer, Jeff (Patrick Wilson). The two meet and go to his house, where they continue to flirt and the have some drinks together. Soon, Jeff passes out as Hayley proclaims that "playtime is over." She then plays a psychological game of cat and mouse, claiming that she knows that Jeff is a pedophile, murderer, and rapist. This film sticks with you despite the fact that there is not a whole lot of graphic content (except THAT SCENE – the one that's burned in my brain and if you've seen it, it's burned on yours, too) and basically zero music. The two leads drive the tension in this movie for the entire run time just by talking. Elliot Page plays this part to perfection, and when she makes the switch from innocent waif to badass avenger, it is truly something to behold. In fact, when she was praised for her part in Juno just a few years later, I thought, "But what about Hard Candy?" Watch at your own risk if you are easily disturbed.
I haven't included The Nun here because I haven't actually seen it yet, but yes, I am talking about the nun. The nun is a spirit that is seen by psychic Lorraine Warren, whom she claims to see in truly terrible situations and who she believes is an omen of her husband's death. While she is not a huge part of The Conjuring 2, the scene in which she stalks Lorraine in a dream by coming alive from a portrait that Lorraine has been painting was so effective that she warranted her own spin-off. While the character relies on heavy makeup, she is played in both entries by Bonnie Aarons, who does a phenomenal job with slow burn movements that bring on the jump scares.
How many of these have you seen? Do you have a favourite female villain or anti-hero?
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Sierra Nevada Climate Drivers
As rain clouds travel eastward from the Pacific Ocean, those that cross over California meet a formidable labyrinth of towering walls and winding valleys known as the Sierra Nevada. The physical form and geographic orientation of this mountain range are integral to the climate patterns of both the Sierra Nevada and the regions that surround it. Prevailing winds push clouds against the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada. Forced upward, the air cools adiabatically at an average rate of about 6.5ºC per 1,000 meters (3.3ºF per 1,000 feet). As it cools, water vapor in the air condenses, forming the rain, hail, sleet, or snow that falls upon the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada. By the time the wind rushes the clouds over the mountain crests, the clouds have relinquished much of their precipitation. The air continues down the eastern slopes, warming adiabatically as it descends. By now there is little moisture remaining in the air. As a result, the region east of the Sierra Nevada crest receives very little precipitation. This phenomenon—the rain shadow effect—is largely responsible for the arid climate of the eastern Sierra Nevada and the Great Basin.
Climate cycles such as the Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO) and the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) periodically cause deviations from the usual climate conditions. PDO phases occur every 20-30 years, while ENSO phases occur every 2-7 years. Depending on the phase and intensity of the cycle, the Sierra Nevada may experience precipitation patterns that are significantly higher or lower than usual. For example, by February 2016 the robust El Niño of 2015-2016 generated considerable amounts of rain and snow in California and the Sierra Nevada, punctuating a severe four-year drought. Though this brought a much-needed reprieve to California, the long-term outcome is still uncertain. Precipitation and snowpack levels will need to stay well above normal for an extended period of time if they are to balance out the effects of California's prolonged water deficit.
Current Climate in the Sierra Nevada
Visitors from humid regions will find that the air often feels noticeably dry in the Sierra Nevada, especially during the summer. Humidity is even lower at high elevations because the air is at a lower atmospheric pressure, which reduces its capacity to hold water vapor and other gases. At high elevations the air is thin, making aerobic exertion more difficult and permitting more ultra-violet radiation to reach the ground. This increased UV exposure makes UV protection important on sunny days, even when the air feels cool. The lack of moisture also reduces the heat capacity of the air and causes rapid temperature changes that produce strong winds.
Weather can be difficult to predict in the Sierra Nevada due to the heterogeneous topographies and microclimates of this region. Winters are generally cold and wet, while summers are typically warm and dry. Scattered summer thunderstorms are common, but they account for less than 3% of the total annual precipitation. More than half of the annual precipitation falls from January through March. Precipitation drops abruptly below about 1,000 meters (3,000 feet), and there is a steady decrease in precipitation as one moves from north to south along the Sierra Nevada. Most of the snow in California typically falls in the Sierra Nevada. Accordingly, the Sierra Nevada snowpack furnishes much of California's water supply as winter gives way to warmer seasons and snow begins to melt.
Climate Change in the Sierra Nevada
Climate models predict that the Sierra Nevada will experience warmer winters, earlier spring warm-up, and warmer summers. By 2100, temperatures in the Sierra Nevada are predicted to increase by about 1.7°C to 5.8°C (3.1°F to 10.4°F), with the amount of increase depending on future emission scenarios and local topography. Warmer, drier summers will likely be accompanied by larger and more intense fires in certain areas, including the Sierra foothills. In addition, the area of land burned annually is expected to increase, especially in the eastern Sierra Nevada. Although this will be problematic in the short term, these conditions may eventually lead to vegetation changes that inhibit severe wildfire regimes over the long term.
The effects of climate change on total precipitation are uncertain and hard to predict because of the diverse topography and complex weather patterns of the Sierra Nevada. More precipitation is expected during the winter, with more of it falling as rain instead of snow. This will shrink the end-of-winter snowpack, with the greatest snow loss expected in the central and northern Sierra Nevada. In this scenario, winter streamflow will increase. Because winter temperatures are also expected to rise, snow will melt sooner and peak spring streamflow will arrive earlier. However, spring precipitation is expected to decrease, and coupled with a dwindling snowpack that melts early, this will diminish late spring and summer streamflow in snow-fed rivers and streams. Thus, the hot, dry summers of today will likely be even more pronounced than they are at present.
Effects of Climate Change on Sierran Flora and Fauna
Some species shift their ranges in response to changes in precipitation. In the Sierra Nevada, this can mean moving downslope if precipitation and water availability increase at lower elevations. Other species shift their ranges in response to rising temperatures. Cold-adapted plants and animals can either advance into colder latitudes, or escape to higher elevations. In the Sierra Nevada, such species can and do shift their ranges upslope; however, mountains are finite. These climate change refugees face an ever-shrinking area of suitable habitat as higher elevations gradually warm over time. Species such as the white-tailed ptarmigan and the pika are among the many species that may one day run out of ideal habitat.
While high elevation life zones are expected to contract, the story is different at lower elevations. Here, life zones like grasslands and foothills are expected to expand. Plants and animals associated with these habitats are in less danger, and may actually benefit. For instance, birds of foothill, montane chaparral, and sagebrush habitats seem less threatened by climate change than those in subalpine and alpine environments. Species in these habitats may even experience population increases or range expansions. In another example, even while the ranges of small mammals from high-elevations are expected to contract, the ranges of small mammals associated with low elevations are expected to expand into higher elevations. As time progresses, these range shifts will likely alter the community compositions of many Sierra Nevada ecosystems.
Riparian communities across the Sierra Nevada face difficult challenges as well. In a future where rain progressively supplants snow, peak flows will arrive earlier in the season, and winter streamflow will rise significantly. A smaller snowpack will release less water to streams during spring and summer, reducing streamflow during the warmest and driest part of the year. Thus, species that depend on snow-fed aquatic systems or on the timing of peak streamflow for key life cycle processes may become even more vulnerable than they are now.
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Current Yosemite Valley weather: http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lon=-119.60798&lat=37.73271.
Current road, lodging, campground, and trail conditions in Yosemite: http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm.
Weather data for Dana Meadows, Gin Flat, Ostrander Lake, Tenaya Lake, Tioga Pass, Tuolumne Meadows, Wawona, White Wolf, and Yosemite Valley: http://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/nature/hydrology-data.htm.
Adiabatic Temperature Change: http://regentsearth.com/ILLUSTRATE%20GLOSSARY/Adiabatic.htm
The Orographic Effect:http://regentsearth.com/ILLUSTRATED%20GLOSSARY/Orographic.htm
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The climate policy battles ahead may take quite a long time to achieve a carbon tax and a redistribution of resources to assure energy democracy. In the meantime, local communities can provide leadership toward including everyone in the transition to a clean energy economy. The Finger Lakes Climate Fund works to promote renewables and energy efficiency projects while strengthening our regional economy and assisting local families in need. Carbon offset donations are used for grants to fund energy improvements that would not otherwise be possible in low to moderate-income households in the Finger Lakes Region. These grants help pay for insulation, air sealing, solar PV, energy efficient heating and cooling, and other upgrades to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.


Back for the eighth year, we'll again do a Sunday ride. Come ride the beautiful Mississippi River bluffs and enjoy lunch at the oldest roadhouse west of the Mississippi, Breitbach's in Balltown IA. Riders from Iowa, the Twin Cities, Chicagoland and south Wisconsin can easily make this a pleasant day trip, so come on out. Plan your own route or contact others along the way. Plan to arrive around noon for lunch at 12:30.