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Boxer Muhammad Ali sketches fetch knockout prices at NY auction
October 6, 2021 Reuters Edit
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A boxing sketch in felt pen by the late Muhammad Ali sold for more than $425,000 at an auction in New York on Tuesday of his little-known art works, some of which went for many times over estimates.
The sketch, called "Sting Like a Bee," and drawn on paper in 1978 was the most sought-after work among more than 20 paintings, drawings and sketches by the former heavyweight champion that reflected Ali's interest in religion, social justice and his own career. It carried a pre-sale estimate of $40,000 to $60,000.
"Ref, he did float like a butterfly and sting like a bee!" reads the speech bubble from a boxer knocked out by an opponent whose arms are raised in victory. Ali famously used the phrase to describe his boxing style.
Bonhams auctioneers said that 26 art works by Ali sold for a total of $945,524, more than three times the lower end of estimates. "Sting Like A Bee" was bought by a British-based collector of Ali memorabilia, Bonhams said. Other buyers were not identified.
Ali's passion for art was little known but he liked to sketch as a way of unwinding after a fight or training. Some of the works for sale were traditional nature paintings, while others were more personal cartoon-like sketches.
A 1979 red, white and blue painting on canvas, with the words "I Love You America," sold for $150,000, while a 1967 sketch in felt pen comparing Islam to Christianity fetched $24,000.
The former world heavyweight champion, who announced his conversion to Islam in 1964 after winning the title for the first time when he went by the name Cassius Clay, died in 2016 at age 74 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.
His paintings and drawings came from the collection of Rodney Hilton Brown, who worked with Ali on his art.
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SDLC is an abbreviation of Software Development Life Cycle. SDLC is series of steps that offers a defined model for the development and lifecycle management of an application.
4) States the importance of Design phase?
The requirements is specified in the form of a document. It is then converted into a logical structure which needs to be implemented in a specific programming language. The design phase is also helpful for specifying hardware & system requirements. It also allows defining complete system architecture. The output is designed to document that acts as an input for all the subsequent SDLC phases.
5) What are the tasks performed in Coding phase?
In the coding phase, the design document is converted into an executable programming language. The output of the coding stage is the source code which can act as input for testing and maintenance phase.
6) What is feasibility study?
Feasibility allows assessing how viable software project development will be for any organization. The software analyst does the complete study to understand the operational, economic, and technical feasibility of any project.
7) What are the Maturity levels in CMM?
Capability Maturity Model is a benchmark for analyzing the maturity of an organization's software development process. It is a technique which is used to refine a company's software development process. It is using to assess any company against a scale of five different levels of levels based on their Key Process Areas. It tells about the maturity of the company based on the project the company is dealing with and the clients.
Initial, Managed, Defined, Quantitatively Managed and Optimizing are five levels which determine CMM levels of any company.
8) Give some benefits of using V model?
9) What is the 'scope' of a project?
The scope of the project is nothing but, the goals, objectives, and expectations of the project. Software scope is a well-defined boundary, which includes all the process which are performed to develop and deliver the software product. The software scope consists of all functionalities and artifacts to be delivered to the software system. The software scope also helps to identifies what the system will do and what it will not do.
10) According to you, when should users be trained on a new system?
11) Name the phase where the performance of the new system monitored?
During the Evolution and Maintenance phase, the system is continuously monitored.
12) What is a computer-based information system?
It is a system in which computers perform some procedures.
In Low-Level Design, High-Level Design is broken down into modules and programs. Logic design is developed for every program, and it will be documented as program specifications.
14) What is the use of JAD session?
15) State the Difference Between SDLC And STLC?
SDLC involves the complete Verification and Validation of a Project. SDLC stage requires business requirement analysis, design, Development Process, Testing Process, and Maintenance.
Whereas STLC involves only Validation.
17) What is level-0 DFD?
Highest abstraction level is called Level 0 DFD (Data Flow Diagram). It is also is known as context level DFD. It gives specifications about the entire information system as one diagram which has all the details about the system.
Requirement Gathering is an important SDLC phase. In this stage business requirements are gathered. The schedule and cost of the project also analyse in this phase.
Different testing methodologies are practiced detecting the software bugs, which happen to take birth during the previous phases. Today, there are many types o testing tools, and methodologies are available. Few firs are also building their testing tools, which are custom made as per the need or their organizations.
20) What are problems faced in the waterfall model?
21) What is the details study of the existing system is called?
22) What is the main aim of prototyping aim?
23) In which step of SDLC project early termination could be done?
In the SDLC process, project termination can be performed in the feasibility study phase.
24) According to you which is most creative and challenging phase of system life cycle?
The design is one of the most challenging phases of the SDLC lifecycle.
25) Name the type of feasibility where the cost saving and additional profits will exceed the investment required.
26) Can bug fixes also include software maintenance?
27) Cost of error correction is least in which stage of SDCL life cycle?
Cost of error correction is very less at the early stage of requirement analysis.


Tourism New Zealand has launched two social media campaigns to educate international visitors that driving in New Zealand is different from what they are used to.
A targeted Facebook campaign is underway in the North Island to reach international visitors as they arrive in the country and a campaign using Chinese social media channels is targeting Chinese visitors arriving over the Chinese New Year holiday period.
The Tourism New Zealand North Island campaign complements the work of the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) whose road safety campaign is focused in the south island. The campaign is using billboards, posters, digital advertising and social media to spread road safety messages.
The messages from both agencies emphasise the differences of driving in New Zealand and encourage drivers to adjust their driving when necessary.
The Tourism New Zealand campaign is directed at Facebook users as they arrive in the North Island during the peak season.
The China campaign encourages all Chinese visitors to think carefully before, and while, driving in New Zealand. The messaging says that driving in New Zealand is different from driving in China, it can be challenging and there can be tragic consequences if mistakes are made.
Deborah Gray, TNZ's General Manager Corporate Affairs says the work to educate international drivers about the particular challenges of driving in New Zealand is ongoing and requires effort from multiple agencies. "By working closely with the New Zealand Transport Agency, we are making the most effective use of our efforts by reaching drivers right across the country as they enter New Zealand.
Tourism New Zealand will continue to run safety messages through all its channels including i-SITES, advertising campaigns and other channels, as appropriate.


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The Comox Lake Watershed
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The Comox Lake watershed is located in the traditional territory of the K'ómoks First Nation and is the source of drinking water for over 49,000 residents through the Comox Valley Water System and the Cumberland Water System.
The watershed is 461 square kilometres and reaches to the top of the Comox Glacier and the mountains surrounding Comox Lake. It is an interconnected system of mountains, forests, rivers, creeks and streams and an ecological corridor that links Vancouver Island mountains with the Salish Sea. All the snow and rain that falls within the Comox Lake watershed flows through forests, rivers, creeks and streams into Comox Lake.
Over the past 140 years the Comox Lake watershed has also been a base for mining, logging and recreation activities. While coal mining operations ended in the 1930's, a large portion of the watershed is still currently privately owned and managed for timber supply. Comox Lake itself is a reservoir controlled by BC Hydro for power generation. Swimming, boating and camping also takes place in designated public access areas.
The watershed provides important habitat for fish and wildlife including species at risk like the Roosevelt elk, little brown bat and northern red-legged frog. Comox Lake flows into the Puntledge River providing stream flows that support many species of salmon. The watershed also feeds groundwater, aquifers and wells and supports vibrant aquatic ecosystems throughout the Comox Valley Regional District.
Watershed Sub-Basins
Within the Comox Lake watershed there are multiple sub-basins named for the creeks and rivers that flow through them. These include the Upper Puntledge, Cruikshank, Boston Creek and Perseverance Creek sub-basins.
Land Ownership in the Comox Lake Watershed
The management of the Comox Lake watershed is made more complex by the multiple land owners and managers in the watershed boundaries. These landowners work together to support the goals and objectives of the Watershed Protection Plan.
BC Hydro - BC Hydro Recreation Area & Trails
BC Parks - Strathcona Provincial Park and Comox Lake Bluffs Ecological Reserve
Comox Lake Land Corporation - cabin owners at east end of lake
Comox Valley Regional District - Coal Beach and Whytes Bay lands
Courtenay and District Fish and Game Society
Village of Cumberland - Cumberland Trail Network, Perseverance Creek Sub-Basin, Cumberland Lake Park
Manulife Resource Group (formerly Hancock)
MOSAIC Forest Management
In 2016 the CVRD published the Comox Lake Watershed Protection Plan (WPP). This plan was the culmination of a multi-year process involving land owners, knowledge holders and stakeholders. The objective of the WPP is to guide the management of the watershed for the long-term protection of drinking water at the highest possible quality.
This plan takes a source-to-tap approach to the protection of drinking water resources. This approach acknowledges that source protection of the water supply area, and the treatment and distribution of drinking water to the community, must be understood and managed as a whole.
Learn more about our Watershed Protection Plan
Connected by Water is a CVRD program developed in response to the community education and engagement recommendations in the Comox Lake Watershed Protection Plan. The goal of this program is to build capacity, community and connection to support watershed protection and water conservation efforts.
Working with community stakeholders and knowledge holders, the Connected by Water team has developed curriculum resources, workshops, projects, tours, presentations and a framework for discussion and learning.
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Case Study – Computing and Mobility Difficulties
Source: Quality and Performance Improvement Dissemination and Department for Education and Employment. October 1999. Modern Apprenticeships and People with Disabilities http://quality.wwt.co.uk/quality/qual_map/gpsrp1.pdf
Sector: Information Technology
Employer: Secondary School
Disability: Spina Bifida, hydrocephalus (abnormality of the spine and water on the brain)
Adjustment: Improving access to buildings, providing assistance with physical aspects of job.
Education Prior to MA
After successfully completing his GCSEs, Jason decided to stay on at school to gain further qualifications. Choosing a vocational route, he first completed a GNVQ Intermediate in Business over a period of one year. For the next two years, Jason remained in school, in order to complete an Advanced GNVQ.
Towards the end of his GNVQ studies, Jason decided to begin applying for jobs, determined to find paid employment. Also at that time, the school that Jason attended began advertising for a part-time IT technician to maintain and improve the school's computer network. Both Jason and his careers adviser, with whom he has a close relationship, felt it would be a good idea to apply for the position.
The post was advertised internally and externally, and an external specialist consultancy was hired to perform the initial sift of applications. Jason was delighted to be offered an interview on the basis of his CV.
The interview process took place on a single day, with unsuccessful candidates asked to leave at various stages. Jason was selected from six interviewees based on his technical skills and knowledge of both networks and stand alone PCs. His employer is clear that the interview process did not favour Jason in any way as an internal candidate.
Whilst his disability was discussed at interview, Jason feels this was only where it was directly relevant to the job. When asked how he would perform the physical aspects of the job such as the maintenance of the computer hardware, Jason's current employer was impressed with his answer that he would "continue to ask the pupils for help", in much the same was as during his GNVQ studies. Neither employer nor prospective employee felt that the disability presented any barriers that couldn't be overcome, and Jason was offered the position.
Potentially one of the most difficult aspects of the transition to employment was gaining the respect of other staff and students who had previously seen Jason as a student. His employer feels strongly that Jason was very successful at making this transition and his interpersonal skills enabled him to make the transition appear entirely natural.
The MA and Adjustments
Jason admits he was initially not convinced by the idea of an MA and would have been happy to undertake training in an informal way. His careers adviser, however, felt it represented the right combination of vocational training and work experience. She was very keen, therefore, to present the benefits to Jason. The last few months of his GNVQ were extremely challenging, and it was only after completing this qualification that Jason felt ready to register for his MA.
The MA
The job itself has continued to expand since Jason first started work. In addition to maintaining the school's computers, installing software and controlling the stocks of computer equipment, Jason has now taken on some teaching and training responsibilities. The school is also expanding its IT department with the result that Jason's job will soon become a full-time role.
During his time at work, Jason has become less mobile. When he was first employed, Jason was able to walk using sticks, now he uses a wheelchair. It has, therefore, been necessary to make some adjustments to the premises to allow Jason full access.
Currently, the school has made some minor adjustments through their CDT department. Ramps have been constructed to allow Jason to access most of the buildings, although the upstairs areas are still out of bounds.
In conjunction with the local Employment Service, and funding from Access to Work, the school has plans to install lifts, ramps and trip switches on all internal and external doors. The plans are based on a thorough assessment carried out by consultants. The work will cost a substantial amount, but with the support of the local Disability Services Team, the school hopes that they will only be asked to provide a portion of the funding.
As his condition has worsened, Jason has been forced to reconsider his original career plans. He initially wanted to specialise in the maintenance of hardware systems, but this requires lifting and manipulation of heavy equipment. The training plan has therefore been redesigned to allow Jason to specialise in computer software, in order that his professional abilities are less dependent on his mobility.
One major achievement has been the planning and execution of an IT course for the locally run 'Children's University' which takes place three or four times a year. Jason produced a detailed course plan which has now been picked up by the NFER who plan to use it as part of a national scheme.
Jason's skills and abilities have also enabled him to develop a role for himself as a classroom IT assistant, providing support to non-technical teachers in IT. he also runs a lunchtime computer club for students.
Those close to him have nothing but praise for his commitment, enthusiasm and personality, which shine through despite difficult and often painful periods.
Jason plans to complete his MA in September 1999 and is working towards his NVQ Level 3 in IT, having already completed an NVQ Level 2.
Ideally, Jason would like to develop his skills as an IT tutor, and is keen to maintain his awareness of technological developments. He has been involved in a range of training courses in addition to his NVQ, and has steadily developed confidence in his own abilities. His employer believes that Jason will be able to take on tutoring responsibilities under a new contract whereby the school will act as a training provider to employers during the afternoons.
It was apparent that Jason's careers adviser has been a particularly useful source of support. She has maintained a close relationship with both Jason and his employer. It was her recommendation that brought about the initial contact with the Employment Service. Jason also states that teachers at school have been helpful throughout his school life, particularly in encouraging him to continue his education.
The key points to emerge from this case study are:
rom the perspective of the employer:
Keep abreast of any changes to the individual's condition and be pro-active about making adjustments as a result.
Adopt a multi-agency approach in order to access as much support as possible, the careers service can act as facilitator.
From the perspective of the careers adviser:
Establish a high profile in schools.
Develop close links with clients from year 9 as the 'key' person to support transition from school to the appropriate next steps.
Maintain ongoing involvement until the young person is settled in their chosen career.
Jason believes the MA has been an extremely useful learning experience. From the perspective of the employee, he suggests that:
People with disabilities should not be grateful just to be employed. Employers will only take you on if you have something to offer them.
Individuals shouldn't hide behind their disability and allow it to affect their confidence in their own abilities.
Having a disability should not prevent individuals from developing realistic expectations about their learning potential.


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Metal Buildings in the 21st Century
Mike Zhmudikov
Today, a number of the most beautiful churches in the United States and worldwide are built with 100% metal. Metal buildings are no longer considered the rusted out barns that blemished the American landscape for many years. Metal buildings now have hundreds of applications from sanctuaries to gymnasiums, from sports complexes to schools, from self-storage structures to grocery stores, from fellowship halls to pastor's residences, from offices to structures that might conform to any human need today. The metal building technology has undergone myriad changes in its design and engineering that have now made this method of construction, one of the fastest growing facets in the church building industry today.
The simplicity of its design complemented with the versatility of the structures has fuelled the popularity of metal structures for use as churches.
* The clear-span construction (or column-free interiors) and
* The high ceilings.
Both of these features are easily and readily accommodated with quality metal building design. Properly-constructed metal buildings have a track record of being extremely resistant to the forces of wind, snow, rain, seismic activity, and insect infestation.
Pockets unscathed with finesse unmatched!
The increasing popularity of metal building constructions, especially as the benefactor for churches also revolves around the cost effectiveness and swiftness of pre-engineered construction.
Some metal buildings can be purchased and erected at significantly lesser cost than conventional construction. All component building parts of a metal church are pre-punched, pre-drilled, and pre-welded at a factory prior to shipment to the erection site. This pre-engineering allows for rapid assembly processes and precludes the need for a specialized and expensive workforce. This results, thus in a lower quantity labor force required along with rapid assembly processes. Once delivered, depending upon its size, a church can be completed in far lesser time than more traditional building methods take. Metal buildings are also extremely flexible and can be designed for virtually any configuration. Metal building designs are no longer limited to the more primitive geometrical "box" shapes of the past.
The metal building industry is also a leader in the American recycling processes. The majority of all metal used in the United States is recycled and all new metal contains some recycled metal in its constitution. The fact that there is unlimited recyclables to any metal product is the most melodious piece of news for eco-friendly masses.
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Uncertainty, anxiety and isolation : experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown as a woman with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Atkinson, Lou, Kite, Chris, McGregor, Gordon, James, Tamsin, Clark, Cain C. T., Randeva, Harpal S. and Kyrou, Ioannis (2021) Uncertainty, anxiety and isolation : experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown as a woman with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Journal of Personalized Medicine, 11 (10). e952. doi:10.3390/jpm11100952
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Official URL: https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm11100952
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic and the related lockdown measures presented a significant risk to physical and mental wellbeing in affected populations. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are predisposed to several cardio-metabolic risk factors which increase the susceptibility to severe COVID-19 and also exhibit increased likelihood of impaired mental health wellbeing. Therefore, these women who usually receive care from multiple primary and specialist healthcare services may be disproportionately impacted by this pandemic and the related restrictions. This study aimed to explore the lived experience of the first UK national lockdown as a woman with PCOS. Methods: As part of a larger cross-sectional study, 12 women with PCOS living in the UK during the first national COVID-19 lockdown were recruited to a qualitative study. Telephone interviews were conducted in June/July of 2020, and data collected were subjected to thematic analysis. Results: Five themes were identified. "My PCOS Journey" describes participants' experiences of diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of their PCOS. "Living Through Lockdown" describes the overall experience and impact of the lockdown on all aspects of participants' lives. "Self-care and Managing Symptoms" describe multiple challenges to living well with PCOS during the lockdown, including lack of access to supplies and services, and disruption to weight management. "Healthcare on Hold" describes the uncertainty and anxiety associated with delays in accessing specialised healthcare for a range of PCOS aspects, including fertility treatment. "Exacerbating Existing Issues" captures the worsening of pre-existing mental health issues, and an increase in health anxiety and feelings of isolation. Conclusion: For the women with PCOS in this study, the COVID-19 pandemic and the first national lockdown was mostly experienced as adding to the pre-existing challenges of living with their condition. The mental health impact experienced by the study participants was increased due to lack of access to their normal support strategies, limitations on healthcare services and uncertainty about their risk of COVID-19.
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Polycystic ovary syndrome, COVID-19 (Disease) -- Social aspects, COVID-19 (Disease) -- Psychological aspects
Journal of Personalized Medicine
25 September 2021 Published
17 September 2021 Accepted
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First of all, this is just a bit of Star Wars humor that I think we can all get a kick out of. There's nothing to lash out against here. It's just supposed to be fun. Remember the days when Star Wars was fun!? We should get back to that place.
Anyway, a group of fans got together and launched the Twitter account @RMTheLastJedi to begin a campaign to raise money to develop a "fan remake" of Rian Johnson's Star Wars: The Last Jedi. I guess they must've have secured the rights from Lucasfilm to do that... right? Sometime's fans can be silly.
I'm going to remake The Last Jedi remake and make every character a LADY and have Luke Skywalker marry six porgs in a trenchcoat.
I'd like to formally submit my pitch for the Last Jedi remake to anyone that's listening. It's exactly the same as The Last Jedi except the scene with a shirtless Kylo Ren now has the waistline on his pants six inches higher.
In order to save Star Wars, we are going to remake The Last Jedi with a box of puppets, a packet of googly-eyes and my dad's camcorder. Please give me £300m.
EXT. Space, or something. We see Luke Skywalker being cool, because he's like our dad except he actually loves us and is proud of us and would never tell us to get a job even though we don't want to.
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KRIX AUDIO MEET & GREET – INDIA 2016
M/s. Visual Vibrations Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur – the distributors for Krix Audio, organised a meet and greet with Mr. Ashley Krix, who is the Director – Purchasing and Production at Krix Audio.
About Krix Audio:
A passion for sound – It was 1974, the Vietnam war was still raging, cyclone Tracy was whirling its way to Darwin and David Bowie was singing about Diamond Dogs. Listening to records on his own hand built stereo system, a young, bright-eyed, long haired, music lover, Scott Krix who had just graduated from University as an electronic engineer, had an epiphany. Getting together with a mate from his home town of Loxton, Scott opened the Acoustic Foundry in Goodwood, Adelaide. He'd been making speakers for his family, friends, and mates of mates for years. He loved the sensation he got when dropping the pin on a new record, hearing the sound of it envelope the room, feeling his hair stand up on end. The way Scott saw it, there was always something to learn from sound. His friend took the reins at the shop while Scott built the speakers and the place soon filled with HiFi obsessed hippies and uni students looking to 'design their own speakers' from the comfort of the Foundry's old 'Dentist Chair' foraged from a city night club. This was the birth of the Krix Home Grown (HG) series. In 1978, the manager of Goodwood Road's Capri Theatre, noticed Scott's handiwork and commissioned him to design and build a new set of cinema speakers. Not taking the opportunity lightly, Scott went about solving an acoustic problem that had plagued the industry for years – inventing the world's first infinite baffle speaker system. The Australian cinema industry soon got wind of the amazing sound at the Capri and it wasn't long before Scott was invited to build and install his infinite baffle speakers at every major picture house in Australia. Then the boom came. Cinema multiplexes hit their stride in the 80s and 90s, and whether it was the ethereal sounds of Spielberg's ET at Adelaide's Hindley Street cinema, or the thriving synth of the Flashdance soundtrack at Sydney's George Street theatre, it was Krix speakers behind it all. Trends came and went but one thing remained the same – the artistic pursuit of delivering the highest quality sound through the highest quality speakers. It's now been 42 years since Scott Krix sold his first speakers, but the story remains the same. Scott and his band of brothers, engineers and designers, continue to innovate, creating Australian made and manufactured speakers for people who want to go from simply listening, to experiencing, sound.
Subsequent to the meet and greet, Vikas Kothari, MD – Visual Vibrations Pvt. Ltd. and his team gave us invitees a demo of the Krix MX-30 Speakers consisting of the the LCR channels along with dual subwoofers. The surround speakers used were Ultraphonix.
We shall be writing a mini review on the above set-up in the near future, stay tuned!
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MainAll NewsMiddle EastHamas: Israel exposed an old tunnel
Hamas: Israel exposed an old tunnel
Hamas claims tunnel demolished by the IDF was not operational, says Israel trying to create "illusion of power".
Elad Benari, 19/03/18 05:43
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The Hamas terrorist organization denied on Sunday that a tunnel demolished by the IDF leading from Gaza to southern Israel was operational.
"The tunnel that Israel claimed it exposed is an old tunnel that is not in use. It was damaged after the Hamas military wing used it to blow up an IDF post east of Rafah during Operation Protective Edge," claimed a spokesman for the group's military wing who was quoted in Israeli media.
The Hamas spokesman further claimed that "the announcement of the discovery of the tunnel is a new deception attempt and an attempt to create the illusion of power and false victories in the eyes of the Israeli public and the international community."
The IDF announced on Sunday that it had thwarted an attempt by Hamas to renew an offensive terror tunnel in the Kerem Shalom area in southern Israel.
"The tunnel was neutralized tonight by an engineering action led by the IDF Southern Command operating within Israeli territory to protect its civilians and sovereignty. The IDF does not wish to escalate the situation, but we stand ready and prepared for a variety of scenarios," said the IDF Spokesperson's Unit.
"The attempt to renew the terror tunnel shows that Hamas finds it difficult to accept the collapse of the tunnel project and continues to waste the funds desperately needed for the residents of the Gaza Strip. Hamas remains responsible for everything happening in the Gaza Strip. The IDF is vigilant and will continue the effort to locate and thwart terror tunnels wherever and whenever required," it added.
This marked the fourth time in recent months that the IDF has demolished a terror tunnel leading from Gaza to Israel.
In January, IDF planes demolished a terror tunnel that passed under the Kerem Shalom Crossing and which belonged to Hamas.
A month earlier, the IDF demolished a terror tunnel built in the area of Khan Yunis.
Similarly in October, security forces demolished a long and wide terror tunnel whose entrance was in Khan Yunis.
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In the first week of 2019, an investigation by Oregon's labor agency deemed the state Capitol to be a hostile workplace because of an unchecked pattern of sexual harassment among lawmakers.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – In the first week of 2019, an investigation by Oregon's labor agency deemed the state Capitol to be a hostile workplace because of an unchecked pattern of sexual harassment among lawmakers.
— Associated Press writer Tom Davies in Indianapolis and Andrew Selsky in Salem, Oregon, contributed to this report.


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Self Care 101
We got away this weekend--packed up the van and the dogs and a lot of junky food (never shop for vacation food when hungry), and drove up to spend the night with our friends Serena and Anna at their place up at Lake Viking.
It was great.
We were able to get away because we were both off on Monday. It's kind of tricky when one of you is off Saturday and Sunday, and one works Sunday morning. But it's more possible to get away than we usually think. You just have to do it.
We've already decided we're going again in two weeks, even though we've got other stuff going that weekend. We're just going to do it.
Might be learning something in my old age.
I need to quit my job. The one that's my "job," and not my "career." I work three shifts a week, 15-20 hours or so, waiting tables at a fine seafood restaurant in Leawood, Kansas. I have that job because I'm only 3/4 time at my career job.
I need to quit the second job, because it eats up energy and time I would like to put toward my "real job," being the pastor of Abiding Peace Lutheran Church.
I need to quit that job because I am the entire staff of Abiding Peace, which means if we're going to grow, it's up to me. Yes, that's bad ecclesiology--the growth of the church is up to the whole community, right? But ecclesiology and reality are often downright hostile to one another. (Just google "Reformation" for evidence of this.) The truth is, the congregation is looking to me to grow this church, and whether I like it or not is really beside the point.
So I need to quit that second job. It's hard, though, because there's also all this stuff I want.
I want a laptop. I want a new desk chair. I want to go on vacation, somewhere cool. I want to continue to download the internet at lightening speed by paying forty dollars a month to Time Warner Cable.
Because I'm three-quarters time at church and still pay $450 a month for the privilege of having borrowed a seminary education, something will have to go in order for me to quit my second job. One of those things I consider essential...those things that are really choices, but which America teaches us we deserve. I deserve a cell phone and a laptop and Road Runner high speed internet. I deserve them. Plus, I need them to do my job (the real one) better. That's my favorite rationalization of all.
I don't know yet what I'll do. It's a hard choice. If you are reading this, your wisdom is sought. Prayers are good too. Just as a general rule.
Every Movement Needs an Enemy
I was listening to Fresh Air (with Terry Gross) yesterday while driving around charging my car battery (another story) . Terry's guest was Michelle Goldberg, who has written a book called Kingdom Coming--The Rise of Christian Nationalism. It was a fascinating interview; you can listen by clicking the title above. Once you get to that page, just click on the "Listen" icon.
Goldberg's book explores the concerted effort on the part of the Christian Right to become a force in American political life. Actually, "become a force" isn't quite right--where the movement is most organized, the goal is domination. Some have said that quite openly. It's pretty scary.
Eventually, of course, the conversation rolled around to the very large anti-gay plank in the Right's platform, and Terry asked why gay and lesbian people have become such a visible target of this movement. Michelle Goldberg explained that the right has formed alliances with many of its former adversaries (African-American evangelicals, Jews). Then she said "Every movement needs an enemy."
So we are the convenient enemy of the Religious Right. And that's working out rather well for them. It certainly helped reelect our esteemed president, especially in states like Ohio and Missouri which had gay marriage initiatives on their ballots.
I got to thinking about this idea that gay and lesbian people are a good enemy for the religious right. If we're going to serve in this capacity, explained Goldberg, it is important that gay and lesbian people be seen as the enemy of all that is beloved of the Christian Right. So gay people are painted as not just wanting "special rights" like health insurance, the right to visit a loved one in the hospital, and legal recognition of our relationships. According to people like D. James Kennedy and Jerry Falwell, we're trying to destroy the institution of marriage. (You know, the one we keep begging crumbs from--logic is much less important than fierce rhetoric here.) And we are absolutely anti-Christian. We're behind the War on Christmas and the War on Christians. (We're only nominally responsible for the War on Terror, thankfully.)
Anyway, here's the part I think is really interesting. My premise, if you will. No wonder conservatives in the church get so unbelievably bent about gay people in the church. It wrecks the fundaments of the gays-are-out-to-destroy-Christianity argument (which is deliciously compelling) if we are trying to worship and (egads!) get ordained.
No wonder they are so mad. These crazy queers who insist on staying in the church are just ruining their social studies project.
That makes my day. Perhaps I am actually twisted.
They will know we are Christians...
So yesterday I said to a friend, rather flippantly, that gay people are seldom persecuted these days, at least not openly. For the most part, we're allowed to live our lives, and only have to endure hatefulness from the people who write letters to the editor and resolutions for the Synod Assembly.
And then today I heard from another friend that an incredibly talented music director in town was serving his last Sunday this week at a local Catholic parish. (Sorry to be circumspect; I don't know how public he wants this story to be, so I'm erring on the side of circumspect.) The gentleman in question has been forced out by a cabal of hateful folks in the parish, who have subjected him to letters, notes, and even written messages on his belongings. One of the notes simply said "Leave, Fag!"
Ah, the love of a Christian community.
I almost wish he could stay another week, so that the congregation could hear the words of the lectionary gospel of the day, St. John, chapter 15--"This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you"--as they bid farewell to the best director in town.
Is it just me, or is hatefulness becoming a default mode in our public discourse? People don't even seem to hide their hatefulness any more--they just come right out with it. There's another post here, but I wanted this story to stand on its own. It is a story of needless loss, and a reminder that the church cannot simply "allow everyone their opinions." Some "opinions" are wrong. If we don't have the courage to say that, then the hatefulness will escalate, and the Body of Christ will lose more blood.
The Methodist die is (not) cast
The UMC Judicial Council has decided not to revisit its decisions regarding a gay man barred from membership by the man who decided not to be his pastor. At issue was whether it was right for the pastor to be disciplined for the act of barring membership to a gay man. The council ruled that it was not, and has decided now to let that decision stand.
What a shame.
You can read the whole article on the decision by clicking on the title of this post. (Hat tip to Andy for his post on this matter.)
The question the council had to decide is rather complicated, because the presenting issue is actually whether disciplining this pastor is an "administrative" or a "judicial" matter.
When I was in seminary, a student one year ahead of me, Robyn, came out to her candidacy committee at the point of Approval. The Approval meeting is the candidate's last step; Robyn had already received favorable reports from her internship congregation and from the professors at our seminary.
The candidacy committee, being a just body and wishing to dismiss her quietly, resolved to figure out how not to make a decision. So they went to the seminary professors, and asked how they could possibly testify to Robyn's preparedness for ministry, when clearly she was a (gasp!) LESBIAN. It was their hope that the seminary would withdraw its approval, and the committee could punt.
Our seminary professors, saints all (and I mean that), told the candidacy committee that they had no intention of withdrawing their approval. They weren't asked to testify to Robyn's compliance with the ELCA's sexuality standards for candidates. They were asked whether she was prepared academically for the parish. And she was.
So the committee, forced to make a decision, made the right one, albeit for a kind of specious reason (Robyn is a lesbian, but she wasn't having a "homosexual sexual relationship" when they met with her.) Sometimes church committees surprise you.
I tell that story because it is my opinion that the UMC Judicial Council punted. It doesn't matter how they arrived at their decision. It doesn't matter what the presenting issue was. The decision will send a clear message to LGBT folks, that they need not apply. Shame, because there are so many great Methodist churches out there.
Here's why it doesn't matter that the council says its decision has to do with legal minutiae and not with the matter at hand--can a pastor deny membership to a queer person? The following is an excerpt from the article on the decision on the UMC site:
Council members James W. Holsinger Jr., Mary A. Daffin and Keith D. Boyette signed a concurring opinion, saying they "join with our colleagues who have voted to deny the petition for reconsideration in this matter because the petitioners for reconsideration have not shown Decision 1032 clearly to be in error, nor have they shown that reconsideration of the decision is necessary to prevent a manifest injustice resulting from the interpretation of the decision."
According to the UMC website, there are 45,176 clergy members in the United Methodist Church. There are 34,892 local UMC churches. Given the fact that this decision seems to allow gay folks to be excluded from membership in those churches, and given the fact that there are a lot of individual clergy folks who get to make those decisions, it seems likely that there will be injustice "resulting from the interpretation of the decision." Whether that injustice is "manifest" depends, I guess, on what you think of the worth of the gay people who will be turned away.
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No Child Left...
Saw this in large soap letters on a car yesterday in Lee's Summit, that wonderful little 'burb in which I reside:
Senoirs
Hope they go over spelling one more time before she graduates.


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HomeCreative Writing in the Cotswolds with Kate Forsyth
Creative Writing in the Cotswolds with Kate Forsyth
Follow in the footsteps of Tolkien, C.S. Lewis and more…
This course is ideal for: Lovers of literature, history buffs and aspiring writers.
Spend a week in Britain's Stratford-upon-Avon
Learn directly from bestselling author Kate Forsyth
Explore and be inspired by the history and magic of the region
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Join bestselling author Kate Forsyth for a week in beautiful Stratford-upon-Avon, England at a writing retreat designed to inspire and motivate you. If you wish to draw upon history and mythology in your work, or if you dream of creating compelling tales filled with suspense and surprise, then you'll love this unique experience which melds daily writing workshops with immersive literary, historic and cultural experiences.
A literary tour
You'll be staying in the picturesque 17th century Shakespeare Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon, one of England's most popular and diverse villages and the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Visitors are drawn to the historical and natural beauty of this quintessential medieval English market town. Over centuries it has been a creative and artistic hub that has attracted esteemed writers and artists. With more than 800 years of history, Stratford-upon-Avon also has all the shops, pubs, restaurants and modern conveniences you could hope for, without losing any of its period charm. Local produce and good restaurants make Stratford-upon-Avon a wonderful place to eat and drink.
There will be many opportunities to explore the surrounding area. The Cotswolds, Cheltenham Spa and Worcester are all within easy access. Explore Oxford, the "city of dreaming spires." Visit the Bodleian Library, otherwise known as Hogwarts Library! Wander through some of England's most beautiful gardens and have a restorative ale in the pub where C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien first shared their enchanted worlds. Be inspired by the romantic setting of castles and yew mazes, mysterious circles of standing stones, and haunted manor halls.
In the afternoons, after your writing workshops, you will be able to write in the quiet of your own room or you can enjoy the beauty around Stratford-upon-Avon. You can participate in literary and historical cultural experiences, and you will also have plenty of time to daydream, write, read and explore on your own. On the final night you will enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow writers.
Creative writing in the Cotswolds
Stories set in the past can take your readers into another world. But what tools and techniques can you use to capture their imagination?
Each genre of fiction has its own conventions and characteristics, which can sometimes seem like unbreakable rules. By combining different elements of different genres, however, the writer can create ground-breaking novels of great freshness and originality. Many writers have leapt into the bestseller lists with their cross-genre tales of history, mystery, romance and magic. These include authors such as Philippa Gregory, Diana Gabaldon, Carlos Ruiz Zafon, Joanne Harris and Kate Mosse.
On this tour, you will spend each morning with Kate Forsyth and your group of fellow writers talking, laughing, reading, listening and learning about all aspects of creative writing, from first discovering your story to finding a publisher. Over seven days, Kate will share with you all the secrets she has learned about writing stories which fire the imagination, touch the heart, and keep readers turning the pages long into the night.
This retreat is for writers at any stage of their careers, from those who have always wanted to write but never found the time, to those who are already deeply immersed in a creative project and want to take it to the next level.
the key conventions of the world's most popular literary genres (including historical fiction, crime and mystery, romance, horror, fantasy and magic realism)
storytelling patterns and structures
the importance of voice, and how to find it
how to create a strong sense of time and place
how to build characters that are vivid and vital
which rules you should adhere to and which rules can be broken
what kind of research you need to do to bring life into your story
suspense and the art of surprise
how to connect to your creative flow, and consistently find the time and space to write the story you've always dreamed of bringing to life.
Your tour leader and writing mentor, Kate Forsyth
Kate Forsyth has written more than 40 books, for all age groups and across many genres, and has been published in almost twenty countries. Her novels include Bitter Greens, a retelling of Rapunzel which won the 2015 American Library Association Award for Best Historical Fiction, and The Wild Girl, the story of the forbidden romance behind the Grimm Brothers' famous fairy tales, which was named the Most Memorable Love Story of 2013. Beauty in Thorns was inspired by the passions, scandals and tragedies of the Pre-Raphaelites. Her latest novel, The Blue Rose, is set against the French Revolution and Imperial China.
Recently voted one of Australia's Favourite 15 Novelists, Kate Forsyth has been called 'one of the finest writers of this generation'. Her books entwine history, mystery, romance and magic into spellbinding narratives. She has a BA in literature, an MA in creative writing and a doctorate in fairytale studies, and is also an accredited master storyteller with the Australian Guild of Storytellers. She has run writing retreats in Fiji, Greece and the Cotswolds, and given masterclasses from Aberystwyth to Alice Springs, Chicago to Chichester, Singapore to the Scottish Borders.
"All I had to do was show up with an empty notebook and an open, willing heart, and the combination of stunning scenery, fantastic hospitality, and transformative workshops filled me with inspiration, courage, and a sense of wonder. The retreat was seamlessly organised and Kate went out of her way to ensure everyone was happy and comfortable. An exciting experience that has stayed with me long after it ended."
– Holly Ringland, author of The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart
Please note that overseas tours are operated by Better Read Literary Tours.
Contact Better Read Literary Tours for a brochure including the itinerary details and more.


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Actually the sites are almost identical right now. Some of my latest posts have not moved over yet…so I want to link the sites. I need to check to how to do that, though.


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Mushtaq Minhas calls on PM Nawaz Sharif
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ISLAMABAD:(APS)MARCH 2,2016-Prominent Journalist Mushtaq Minhas, who joined Pakistan Muslim League (N) yesterday, called on Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in Islamabad today.
The Prime Minister welcomed his inclusion in the party and expressed the confidence that his inclusion will further strengthen PML (N) in Bagh district of Azad Kashmir.
Mushtaq Minhas, in his remarks, said he will make all out efforts to strengthen the party in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
He said the people of Azad Kashmir have full confidence in the leadership of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and they will prove it in the upcoming elections in the territory.
Former Punjab Minister Chaudhry Ghafoor Khan along with Special Assistant to Prime Minister Dr Asif Kirmani also called on Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday.
Party matters came under discussion during the meeting.
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Published in Plumbing Engineer, October 2014, President Lynn Mueller talks about the role played by plumbing engineers in designing smarter buildings.
Whether you call it green plumbing or simply smart economics, the underlying theory is the same. Environmental and economic issues are driving plumbing engineers to design piping systems that use fewer resources and have minimal impact on our planet.
Historically, as societies grew more complex, plumbing systems became more innovative. This was demonstrated by the Romans whose aqueducts recycled bath water to flush out latrines and irrigate gardens. Somewhere along the line, however, society lost the pressing demand to conserve natural resources. Recently, due to the rising price of energy and the threat of climate change the building industry is asking, "How can we use a whole systems approach to re-design plumbing so that energy and resources are used more efficiently?"
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates as much as 30 to 50 percent of the energy and water that flows into our buildings is wasted. With more than 5 million buildings in the U.S. alone, this leaves plumbing engineers in a unique position to influence the design of smarter buildings by employing cradle-to-cradle techniques; re-using materials before eventually "downcycling" them to waste.
Water heating is an example of where this technique can be employed. Water heating is the third largest energy expense in residential buildings and typically accounts for 14 to 25 percent of the energy consumed in our homes. For commercial and industrial buildings, like hospitals and laboratories, this percentage can be even greater.
A variety of energy efficient solutions are currently available for improving the distribution and operation of a hot water system (such as adding piping insulation and using WaterSense labeled faucets and showerheads that function at lower flow rates). Until recently, however, in regards to heating water in our buildings few options other than converting electricity, natural gas or using solar energy, have been on the market.
The simple fact is that water enters our buildings at 40°F to 50°F, and leaves at 66°F to 77°F. If captured, this heat could be used to fulfil 40 to 50 percent of our building energy requirements.
Capitalizing on this temperature differential is a system called Sewage Heat Recovery (SHR). SHR is designed to recycle up to 95 percent of the inherent heat in wastewater back into the building. The technology is not complicated. First, a filter separates out solids from the waste stream. Then, with the help of a heat pump and heat exchanger, it uses the warm water from the wastewater stream to heat the buildings hot water system.
At the end of the cycle, the clear sewer water picks up the solids extracted at the start and flushes them back into the municipal sewer system.
This energy saving technology is an environmentally friendly and cost efficient solution for multiple unit residential, commercial buildings and energy districts water heating systems. SHR systems can work at 500 to 600 percent efficiency, meaning that for every dollar spent on operational costs, $5 worth of heat is recovered. Plus SHR systems can be applied to both new and retro-fitted buildings. As a result, demand for SHR systems is increasing worldwide and SHR projects have been launched in cities across North America, Europe and Asia.
The Sail Project in Vancouver BC is one example. This new, 172-unit condominium project is a highlight of the University of British Columbia's sustainable community plan. The Sail Condominium has newly installed a Sewage Heat Recovery system called the SHARC, which not only produces hot water but also contributes to heating the building via radiant floor heating. The system generates 220,000 BTU's per hour, reducing the buildings emissions by 100 tonnes per year and contributing to the Sails' excellent REAP Platinum building standard.
In fact, all existing SHARC installations are presently demonstrating consistent energy savings of at least 76 percent. Added benefits of the SHARC system include full automation with a Direct Digital Control (DDC) or Building Automatic Control Network (BACnet) interface and a wireless or Ethernet connection for data retrieval and instantaneous calculation of greenhouse gas (GHG) savings.
The SHARC unit and the heat exchanger are connected using 316 steel, 6-inch piping. The valve tree is designed to allow for reverse flow back flushing of the heat exchanger which is part of the quarterly scheduled maintenance and the system is equipped with drain down ports for maintenance purposes.
While the modular nature of the SHARC means it can be matched to a building of any size, the technology is most efficient for residential buildings greater than 50 units or with institutional buildings like hospitals and prisons that have exceptional hot water usage.
SHR is one example of an engineering solution that is both green and cost-effective. Plumbing engineers play an important role as stewards of our natural resources, and the decisions they make will have long-term effects on both our economy and the health of the planet. The future of plumbing engineering will be about designing smarter systems with the "whole building" in mind, effectively utilizing water and energy in a way that leaves little to waste.
Lynn Mueller is the president of International Wastewater Systems, located in Vancouver, British Columbia. He has been a leading advocate of sustainable space conditioning energy systems for the last 25 years, and has pioneered many innovative energy approaches.


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What Is Neoclassical Literature?
A. Leverkuhn
Neoclassical literature is writing from a period spanning roughly 150 years, covering 1660 - 1798. Relying on the classic styles of the ancient Greeks and Romans, its main characteristic is an emphasis on logic, common sense, properness and adequate performance in society. Largely a response to the previous chaos of the Renaissance, the writings of this time included a variety of genres, including novels, diaries, essays and satires. Grammar and word study became more formalized, with authors preferring simplicity. Although writing eventually transitioned to more Romantic concepts, the influence of Neoclassical thought is still evident today.
Experts divide Neoclassical literature into three major sections: Restoration, Augustan and Johnson. The first section spans approximately 1660 - 1700, while the second, referencing the original Augustan writers such as Horace, covers 1700 - 1750. The generally accepted years for the Johnson division are 1750 - 1798.
John Milton, poet.
This period in literature, and other forms of art, was largely a response to the Renaissance. During this earlier time, people focused on invention and experimentation, using science to explain the world around them. This was a dramatic shift in thought, because the Roman Catholic Church long had been the primary source of information. The Neoclassicists generally didn't want to abandon this study entirely, but they thought that the Renaissance methods were too chaotic, so they stressed a return to ancient Greek and Roman classicism. Much of this was because, after a period of considerable political instability and conflict, Europe — especially Great Britain — wanted to redefine itself, with many people rethinking what roles they had and whether they were playing them the right way.
Major Themes
Alexander Pope, poet and essayist.
With people generally looking more closely at the part they played in society, the main themes of the Neoclassical period were restraint and order. Each person was expected to do what was "proper" and to show that he or she had good taste, the idea being that, given the flawed nature of mankind, putting some limits on what someone said or did was better than trying and failing at the outrageous. It became very important to prove that someone had a decent level of intelligence. Writers often used their works not only to express rules about etiquette and decorum, but also to demonstrate brilliant skills of wit.
Dr. Samuel Johnson, diarist and lexicographer.
The emphasis on order, reason, etiquette and wit made certain styles of literature more popular than others. Diaries, essays, letters and first person narratives were extremely successful, because they concentrated on what a single person thought or accomplished, which was in line with the Neoclassical idea of analyzing and reforming a person's social role. Moral fables were a favorite, as well, as were parodies and burlesques. Novels in various styles developed rapidly, becoming a main entertainment for women in the home. The rhymed couplet — specifically, the heroic couplet — dominated poetry, and in the theater, audiences flocked to sentimental comedies, comedies of manners and heroic dramas.
The Neoclassicists stressed a return to ancient Greek and Roman classicism.
Journalism became well accepted and significantly shaped society during the period. Writers in this field frequently used their talents to promote "proper" goods, services and events. They also reported on weddings, because these were often primarily unions of convenience that were closely tied to the flow of money and the general economy.
Grammar and Word Study
Samuel Johnson's dictionary was eventually replaced by the Oxford English Dictionary.
Most people took the study of English very seriously during the Neoclassical period, because problems in language could make a person seem less intelligent. It was standard to work hard on grammar and use dictionaries seriously. Those who truly wanted to appear refined also studied additional languages, especially French and Italian, although they typically learned just enough to throw a few words into conversation here and there to give a good impression.
Writers of the Time
One of the most influential Neoclassical writers was John Milton (1608 - 1674), author of the epic poem, Paradise Lost. Much of his work reflects the political issues England and other countries faced. John Drydon (1631 - 1700), also called "Glorious John," was also a major force during Restoration, working on both plays and poetry to such a degree that the entire first section of the period sometimes is called "the Age of Drydon." Two of his most famous works are To My Lord Chancellor and Marriage a la Mode.
Alexander Pope (1688 - 1744) was an Augustan poet. He made money translating major works, such as The Iliad, but soon established himself with his own pieces. His Pastorals and An Essay on Criticism are probably the best known of his writings, and scholars recognize him for his command of the heroic couplet.
For satire, the champion of the period was Johnathon Swift (1667 - 1745). Although he wrote both poetry and prose, he is best known for the latter. Many of his works were originally published under pseudonyms, including M.B. Dapier and Isaac Bickerstaff. He is the author of the well-known novel, Gulliver's Travels.
Along with Samuel Richardson, Daniel Defoe (1660 - 1731) was one of the leading pioneers in the development of the English novel. He is notable not only for the content of his works, but also because of the sheer number of them — some experts say at least 500 different pamphlets, books and other writings are Defoe's. Perhaps the one out of all of these that people still know well today is Robinson Crusoe. His political writings brought trouble at times, with Defoe even spending some time in prison.
Experts usually see Samuel Johnson (1709 - 1784) as the last great writer of the Neoclassical period in literature. His major contribution is A Dictionary of the English Language, which people used for well over a century. Although the Oxford English Dictionary eventually replaced it, Johnson's dictionary was a major accomplishment in the development and standardization of English.
Decline and Modern Influence
Starting around 1750, some people began to reject the Neoclassical ideas of order and sense. They began emphasizing the individual rather than how a person could contribute to and fit into society, and they fought — often literally — against strict rules and tyranny, stressing freedom. This new school of thought became known as Romanticism.
Even though Neoclassicism declined and gave way to other ideals, people still feel the influence of the period's literature. The belief that a simple, orderly way of writing was best, for example, led to many of the grammar standards individuals still use. In emphasizing truth and reason, authors cemented the idea that writing can have real social purpose, helping each person fit into the larger community.
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@Catapult- One of my favorite neoclassical writers is T.S. Eliot. While his writing is not always what I would call "flowery", and sometimes it is really dark and sparse to read, he does make a lot of references to things like stories or events, and uses other languages a lot within his work.
I think he's a great example though of the bridge between neoclassicism and modernism.
I love literature, and Neoclassical is one I really enjoy, even though it is hard to understand sometimes, with all the flowery language and obscure references. I think it shows how we never get tired of looking to the past for inspiration.
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Law and Order: Crisis in the American Political Tradition
2:30 - 3:30 Registration
3:30 - 5:30 The Problem of Freedom and Order
Dr. Karl Brandt, Prof. of Economics emeritus, Stanford Univ., Senior Research Fellow, Hoover Institution
Ronald P. McArthur, Prof. of Philosophy, St. Mary's College, California
Herbert Morris, Prof. of Law and Philosophy, Univ. of California at Los Angeles
5:30 - 6:30 Cocktail Hour
6:30 - 8:30 Dinner
Arthur Kemp, Prof. of Economics, Claremont Men's College, Pres. The Philadelphia Society - Rebels Without Common Cause
10:00 - 12:00 Freedom and Order in the American Political Tradition
George C. S. Benson, Pres. Claremont Men's College
Harry V. Jaffa, Prof. of Politics, Claremont Men's College
John B. Rae, Prof. of History, Harvey Mudd College
12:45 - 2:00 Luncheon
2:30 - 5:00 Immediate Causes of the Current Crisis
William V. Lawlor, Former Chairman, Citizens Advisory Committee on Education to the California State Legislature; Trustee, Reading Reform Foundation
Stefan T. Possony, Director International Studies Program, Hoover Institution
Proctor Thomson, Prof. of Economics, Claremont Men's College
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I'm so excited about a shoot that I just did! The problem is that I can't seem to narrow down the keepers to a manageable amount.
So I got the bright idea that I should print them. On paper, the really good ones will really stand out. And the bad ones will too, in their own "special" way. So this is what I got.
A side note: My daughter lost a tooth today. Every time one of the kids lose a tooth we are reminded of our "tooth story". A few years ago when our oldest was about 7 and our daughter was about 6 they were sharing a hot dog and they each had a loose tooth. So my daughter bites into the hotdog, and complains that there is something hard in it. So she pulls the bite out of her mouth and finds the offending invader. I said "Look! Your tooth fell out".
I looked into her mouth, her tooth was still there. About that time our oldest complained that his tooth was missing!
He had lost it the bite before and then she bit into it! Poor girl. Yucky.


The US Geological Survey reported an 8.0 magnitude quake 40 km off the coast of the island nation.
An powerful earthquake struck off the coast of Panguna, Papua New Guinea, early Sunday morning.
The US Geological Survey reported it was a magnitude 8.0 quake.
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said that "widespread hazardous tsunami waves are possible" and could affect Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Nauru, Vanuatu, parts of the Federated States of Micronesia, and Indonesia.


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17. January 2021 | Stavanger: Man in his 70s dies after tree he was trying to cut down falls on him
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There has been an increase in the violations registered by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) in recent years. Photo: Aleksander Nordahl / DN.
Posted By: Pieter Wijnen 29. October 2018
Several breaches of the Working Environment Act in OAG
In the last years, the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) has reviewed 423 violations of the Working Environment Act's provisions on overtime and the agreement on flexible working hours in the Norwegian state.
According to the financial newspaper Dagens Næringsliv, law and rule violations have increased in the period 2014 and 2016, before a decline in 2017. So far this year there have been disclosed 88 breaches of legislation and regulations.
It is mainly in connection with the finalisation of reports to the Norwegian Parliament and at larger individual events that the employees have worked too much overtime.
– In essence, it is the permitted limit for overtime work per day, seven days and four consecutive weeks that have been exceeded, says Audit Advisor, Jens Arild Gunvaldsen at OAG.
He says that they are viewing the matter as being serious and that measures have been taken to comply with the rules.
– After the routines were tightened, the number of violations has decreased. This indicates that the measures that we have implemented have an effect, Gunvaldsen states.
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Many timber suppliers in the Shanghai Furen timber market are complaining that demand for timber for furniture making has suddenly become very quiet. In fact, some have noted that furniture factories are closing early for the New Year celebrations with workers already heading home.
Redwood (rosewood) furniture has a high status in China and is favored by middle-class consumers but, say analysts, demand has slowed over the past two years because of the slowdown in the economy. This slowdown has affected young generation middle class consumers who are now facing growing financial challenges.
Oversupply of low quality and alternatives to rosewood has undermined demand and even furniture made from the top species has fallen such that demand for Myanmar padauk, blackwood and rosewood in the Furen market has dropped by more than 30% compared to last year.
Also, from the beginning of 2018 shipments of sandalwood have steadily falling. There have been only a few sandalwood shipments per month seen at the Furen market. Most of the material which can be sold is short and small diameter logs at price RMB80-90,000 yuan per ton. The long logs with diameter above 30cm priced at about RMB300,000 per ton are not moving because manufacturers cannot pay such high prices while demand is weak.
Some affordable redwood substitute species have performed better such as tulipwood (Dalbergia frutescens) (also Dalbergia decipularis)). Some merchants have reported that the price for tulipwood is generally around RMB10,000 per ton.
Tulipwood is recognised in China as one of the 29 national standard redwood species and has the unique characteristics of a true redwood say importers. Analysts say that given the current weak demand for redwood furniture it is the low priced tulipwood which is attracting consumers.


Innovative products and accessories are always popping up in the cannabis industry, making it an exciting time to be a marijuana consumer! Check out some of our favorite tech gear and gadgets and pick out your favorite for a friend or loved one in your life!
Arizer has been at the pinnacle of innovation for years now, offering a wide range of vaporization products that are easy to use and highly functional. From desktop vapes to portable vapes, there's an Arizer product out there for everyone. Even more, they make the perfect gifts! If you know anyone looking to add some style and function to their vaping game, check out Arizer's website and pick out an awesome product!
Boveda packs are the perfect quick gift for anyone who wants to keep their buds fresher for longer. Boveda provides effective 2-way humidity control to perfectly preserve your cannabis stash. All you need to do is place your Boveda pack into your jar, seal it and sit back as your flower is restored to its original glory. Boveda humidity packs are made from the finest materials, ensuring the cleanest, most purified humidity of any product on the market. Pick up a few packs this holiday season for that special stoner in your life!
Know someone who wants to stay current on all the cool cannabis gadgets hitting the market? A Hemper subscription is the perfect gift! Hemper prides itself on exposing consumers to new and innovative smoking products, making it extremely appealing to the cutting edge cannabis enthusiast. If you know someone who wants to stay on the cutting edge, The Hemper Box is an excellent choice.
Hemper also has an excellent option for cleaning and maintaining your glass pieces and smoking devices. Known as HemperTech, this gear is focused on cleanliness and sanitation of your sesh. Hemper even offers a convenient bundle called the HemperTech Cleaning Bundle, equipped with everything you need to keep your glass pieces looking crystal clean. HemperTech is perfect for that friend or loved one who just can't seem to keep their pieces clean. Do them a solid by giving them the gift of a sanitary sesh!
Tōchi Torch is one of the most intriguing products to hit the cannabis concentrate market in recent years. You see, it's actually not a torch in the way you might think. The Tōchi Torch is an all-electric torch that heats up your nail or banger with forced air, resulting in an extremely precise dabbing experience and no lengthy cool down times. All you need to do is find your desired temperature and heat time and set your banger close to the torch's air stream. When your nail or banger reaches optimal temperature, simply pull your rig from the heat source and you're ready to dab!
The Tōchi Torch isn't just an awesome accessory to your dabbing experience, it is also a great way to cut down on your carbon footprint by eliminating the need for butane. For anyone who's in your life that's a constant dabber, seriously consider giving the gift of Tōchi Torch. It'll save you money in the long run and keep your concentrate game on another level!
The Volcano by Storz and Bickel has been one of the most popular desktop flower vaporizers for years, and that's a true attest to its effective, purpose-driven technology. While new vaporizers continually hit the market, the Volcano remains a leader in the space and continues to be best-seller among all types of cannabis consumers. The Volcano provides a smooth, flavorful vaping experience and has the durability to last for thousands of smoke seshes. Now's the perfect time to pick up a Volcano for a friend or loved one!
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The Loto Legend by Loto Labs is an awesome gift for any type of cannabis consumer, especially those who are fans of concentrates. Built using patented induction technology, the Loto Legend features an electromagnetic heating mechanism that ensures even heat distribution throughout the entire surface area.
The Loto Legend was specifically engineered to be the world's most effortless and enjoyable dabbing experience. All of the problems associated with traditional dabbing have been solved, with science! Enjoy fast heating times (as quick as 6 seconds) as well as super quick cooling. Additionally, the Legend is incredibly easy to use, eliminating the need for guesswork and a meticulous process. Simply press, turn and dab. It's that easy! On top of all these awesome features, the Legend is also extremely safe. There's no need for a torch when using the Legend and there's no exposed heating elements. Translation, no risk for burns or personal injury. Pick up a Loto Legend today to experience the latest innovation in dabbing!
Touting itself as the next generation of vaporization, the Dr. Dabber Switch is a great piece of technology for concentrate enthusiasts of all levels. Not only is the Switch easy to use but it also offers an unparalleled dabbing experience with precise temperature control and flavorful hits. Dr. Dabber is well-known for their innovation in the vaporizer space and they've done it again with the Switch. Purchase one today to see for yourself why dabbers all across the nation are choosing the Switch.
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Non linearity means any of the above mentioned (three) or combination of any two or three from the above list.
As far as Buckling Analyses are concerned, there are two types: Linear and Non Linear.
In case of linear buckling which is also known as "Eigen Value Buckling", a fundamental frequency solution needs to be present to proceed for Buckling Analysis.
For a Non Linear Buckling analysis, a non-linear static analysis is required to proceed for. Non Linear Buckling analysis may be required in case of including features such as initial imperfections, plastic behavior, gaps and large-deflection response. Large Deflection controlled loading can be used to track post-buckled performance of your structure.


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Geosciences Students Deepen Their Knowledge of Mariana Trench
By Amanda Siegfried
Editors' Note: This feature appears as it was published in the spring 2017 edition of UT Dallas Magazine. Titles or faculty members listed may have changed since that time.
Brent Bowers (left) and Diluni Hetti.
Geosciences graduate students Brent Bowers and Diluni Hetti sailed the Pacific Ocean in the fall aboard a deep-sea research vessel as part of a scientific team studying the geology and biology of the Mariana Trench.
The Mariana Trench, located in the western Pacific Ocean just south of Japan, marks a boundary between two slowly moving pieces of the Earth's crust — the sinking Pacific plate and the overriding Philippine Sea plate. It includes the deepest point in the ocean, Challenger Deep, which extends 7 miles down.
The students, neither of whom had been to sea before this voyage, joined a research team that included geologists, biologists and microbiologists. They used a deep-sea, remotely operated submersible vehicle to study the seafloor at a maximum depth of more than 4 miles. The research vessel is owned and operated by the Japanese Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology. Dr. Asahiko Taira, who earned his PhD in geosciences from UT Dallas in 1976, is president of the agency.
"The goal of this research cruise is to study an unusual field of hydrothermal vents near Challenger Deep," said Dr. Robert Stern, professor of geosciences, before the trip. Stern leads the University's participation in the Mariana Trench research group.
The vent field, known as the Shinkai Seep Field, is located about 3 miles below the ocean's surface. It was discovered in 2010 by a joint Japanese-U.S. research team that included UT Dallas geoscientists.
The vents serve as oases in an otherwise lifeless area in the ocean depths, where sunlight does not reach to fuel photosynthesis in plants, and nutrients from dead plants and animals from above are eaten before they can drift down to the seafloor.
Bowers and Hetti used the submersible vehicle to study and sample geological formations and biological communities in the vent field, including colonies of large vesicomyid clams that the joint Japanese-U.S. team discovered living there in 2010.


Bricks 4 Kidz - Fasten your seatbelts; we're in for some wild weather! This unit is all about the amazing and powerful forces of nature, as students explore the when, where, how and why of all kinds of natural phenomenon. There is a lot of geography in this unit – we'll examine a map of the Pacific "Ring of Fire" where most tsunamis occur, view a diagram of the tectonic plates and learn how their movement creates earthquakes, define the are known as "Tornado Alley'" in North America, and find out what hurricanes are called in different parts of the world. These lessons are designed to improve your child's understanding of the forces of nature, while taking care not to alarm. Each model represents the motion of that particular weather or event, with a seat for a mini-figure to take in the action! Take cover because we're about to take a trip through some wild weather! Kids will love to build moving models of a tornado, tsunami, an earthquake and a cyclone. Learn how they move, why they happen and what you can do to stay safe! Class Min 8/Max 20.


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Ashley Graham (born October 30, 1987) is an American plus-size model and television presenter.
In 2013, Graham designed a lingerie line for Addition Elle, a Canadian plus-size clothing retailer. She also appeared on MTV's Made, as a coach for an aspiring plus-size model. She appeared on the May 2014 issue for the international Harper's Bazaar pre-fall collection and beauty editorial. She was the cover model on the June 2014 issue of Elle Quebec. In 2015, swimsuitsforall, a plus-size retailer for women's swimsuits, featured Graham in an advertisement in Sports Illustrated's annual Swimsuit Issue. The ad was part of swimsuitsforall's #CurvesInBikinis campaign. Graham was one of the first plus-size models to appear in the pages of the Swimsuit Issue. In 2016, she became the first plus-size model to appear on the cover of the Swimsuit Issue.
In 2016, Graham served as a backstage host for Miss USA 2016, Miss Universe 2016, Miss USA 2017, Miss Universe 2017 and Miss Universe 2018. In addition, she was an official judge of the reality show America's Next Top Model transmitted by VH1.
In 2017, Graham released a book, A New Model: What Confidence, Beauty, and Power Really Look Like. In this memoir, she provides insight into her experiences as a model and as an advocate for body positivity,[27] and shares her prospects for the evolution of body image in years to come.
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I'm starting my own childcare business and need a catchy name. I don't want daycare in the title, but would like a sophisticated name. I am thinking maybe something with early childhood learning center, academy, or development. Any suggestions?
EXCEL is a catchy name and is an acronym for Excellent Childcare Educational Learning.


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* Public input will continue to be an important part of the Bond Program. The Bond Program Project List currently includes 38 projects that were added as a result of Community Engagement Meetings held across Harris County in June, July and August, 2018. A meeting was held for each of Harris County's 22 watersheds and in the Halls Bayou watershed (a tributary to Greens Bayou).
The map below shows the approximate location of proposed flood risk reduction projects in this watershed that could be eligible for bond funding.
The actual timing of individual projects will depend on a variety of factors including environmental permitting and right-of-way acquisition. Projects will be authorized individually for funding by Harris County Commissioners Court, based on recommendations by the Flood Control District.