The First Chicago Corporation, parent of the First National Bank of Chicago, said today that troubled real estate loans will cause a drop of about 50 percent in first-quarter earnings compared with the 1989 period. In last year's first quarter, First Chicago earned $120 million, or $1.72 a share.
First Chicago said that largely because of real estate problems, the provision for loan losses would more than triple, to somewhere between $150 million and $160 million, from $50 million in the 1989 quarter. Nonperforming assets will rise to roughly $1.1 billion, from $853 million, the company said in a statement.
He did not elaborate. Privately, however, some First Chicago officials have acknowledged that one of the bank's troubled borrowers is VMS Realty Partners, the Chicago-based real estate syndicator that recently said it would suspend nonessential payments to outsiders.
Mr. Sullivan said he expected loan-loss provisions to return to a normal level after the first quarter. He added that he was optimistic about the remainder of 1990.


While the whole world was focused on the tragic events in France, a secret decision could be taken by Turkey to allow 62000 US troops to launch an attack from Turkish territory into northern Iraq. The troops could start arriving in Turkey as soon as Monday. The plan is for these troops to attack IS across Iraq's northern border with Turkey and hammer them onto the anvil that is the Iraqi armed forces. In the last few days IS has been forced onto the defensive by the US coalition's airstrikes, any movement by the fundamental Islamists is met by a high explosive response. With reduced mobility the guerrilla forces of IS have been forced to hold ground, they then become targets (if they can be identified). This should make it possible to defeat them on the ground.
A brittle anvil. The US forces will be pushing IS into the maws of the Iraqi army which has proven itself easy to crumble under pressure. If this were to happen then Baghdad would be at risk of falling. The US and UK have troops in these areas providing "training" to the Iraqi army which should help to stiffen their spine. Don't be surprised if extra troops are required in these areas.
An exposed flank. The US forces will have their right flank exposed to IS, nothing short of a continuous defensive line could prevent IS from infiltrating the flank and causing mischief in the US forces' rear.
Where's the border? There are no nice lines on the ground delineating the Iraq/Syria border, there is just desert. Any incursion into Syria would be seen as an act of war against another sovereign state which could have some serious consequences.
I wish the operation luck.
This entry was posted in Syria/IS and tagged Iraq, IS, Syria, UK, Us on 9th January 2015 by the45.


I did get to Kettle's Yard today but it'll take a little time to formulate my thoughts on the subject.
Watching the webcast from the Tate didn't really work out. I lasted 20 minutes and then got bored. There are just too many distractions at home. The video is archived in a few weeks, so I'll have another chance to fail to watch it again then.
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I worked on Sweet Treats last night. The new installment is out and I should be getting it in the mail pretty soon from Handcrafts Online, so I thought I'd stitch as much as I could until I got the pattern.
Zippered side pocket - perfect for keys, glasses, wallet, etc.
sweeet treats is looking great. Love your Vera Bradley bag. I just won 2 Vera bags on e-bay the molly and Betsy in the botanical pattern, can't wait till they arrive. Don't you just love them !
Such a smart idea to use the laptop case for a stitching bag, it's the perfect size. And then if you ever need to schlep your laptop somewhere, you're all set.
I bought a Vera Bradley laptop case for my Quaker Christmas SAL necessities and I just love it. I bought the new design, yellow bird.
Love that bag!! And I can't wait to see your progress on the newest installment of Sweet Treats when you get it.
Nicely done ... hopefully the new pattern will arrive soon!
No! No more Vera Bradley enabling! I can't take it...I love them all! Seriously though Nicole, that bag is just gorgeous.
I am currently attempting to sew a VB look-alike, something like the Hipster. So if anyone sees one IRL, can you tell me how it's finished at the top? Zipper or magnetic closure?
Sweet Treats is looking yummy! Very exciting waiting for the next installment.
Great idea for your VB bag. I love using things for something different than their original intention.
Nicole, I'm sure you "need" that Vera bag...since you are leaving for S. Carolina on Friday. LOL! Love your Sweet Treats! Enjoy and have a safe trip!
Great bag, I can see why you fell in love with it. And its the perfect size for stitching goodies. Lovely work on Sweet Treats!
Your ST is looking great!
Love that bag! And you've enabled me with Sweet Treats - I have one on the way to me as well! Love it!!


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Young people aren't buying homes as early in their lives as previous generations. Only 37 percent of people aged 25-34 owned in 2018, compared to 45 percent of both Gen Xers and baby boomers when they were that age.
That's largely because of cost: High real estate prices, stagnant wages, and student loans hold young people back.
Nearly 40 percent of millennials (defined here as those ages 18-34) say that not being able to afford a down payment is their top barrier to becoming homeowners, according to a recent survey from Clever Real Estate, while another 20 percent say that the biggest obstacle is the fact that homes are too expensive.
The earlier you start saving money for a down payment, though, the less you'll have to put away each month in order to end up with enough.
Below, CNBC calculated how much you'll need to save per month to put a down payment on a typical home by age 35, given various starting points. The calculations assume a 5 percent rate of return on investments and a price of $275,000, the median home price in the U.S. as of February 2019.
Since these figures only cover the down payment, it's likely that you'll need a bit more to account for closing costs, insurance and other fees. Home prices vary, too, and it's possible that the median price will rise in the next five, 10 or 15 years.
On the plus side, though, you may not be in this alone: "57 percent of all first-time buyers plan to buy with a spouse or partner," according to Bank of America's Homebuyer Insights Report.
Regardless, the bottom line is that, if you start saving early, you'll have to put away far less each month — and you'll give your savings more time to grow.
You can also increase your chances of being able to afford a home by being flexible about where you live. Mid-size cities in the Midwest, for example, tend to offer much cheaper and more accessible housing markets than big cities on the coasts.


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China market shut to international e-cigarette companies
International electronic cigarette companies encounter barriers to entry in China, where their products are made.
Vaping, the smoking of electronic cigarettes, is still uncommon in China, even though the country is the biggest consumer of cigarettes and manufactures 95 per cent of the world's electronic cigarettes.
E-cigarettes are gaining popularity globally. The world spent US$2 billion (about $16 billion) on e-cigarette products in 2011, according to London-based market researcher Euromonitor International. Bloomberg Industries analysts expect global e-cigarette sales to soar to US$2.3 trillion (about $18 trillion) by 2050.
Nevertheless, they only account for a tiny part of China's 1.2 trillion yuan (about $1.4 trillion) cigarette business.
Beijing announced last month it would ban smoking in public areas by the end of this year, opening up an opportunity for e-cigarettes to share the world's biggest tobacco market.
The Vapor Group, a Florida-based e-cigarette company whose products sell in the United States, Europe and South America, has made several attempts to open the door to China market, but been barred by the authorities.
"A large source of revenue for the government comes from taxes on the conventional cigarettes. That is why they do not allow electronic cigarette companies to sell their products in China," Mr Yaniv Nahon, the company founder, said.
In fact, all the e-cigarettes of The Vapor Group are manufactured in China's southern metropolis of Shenzhen, and then shipped to all over the world. Mr Nahon expects the net profit of Vapor's e-cigarettes to reach US$35 million (about $273 million) by the next year.
Mr Nahon is optimistic about the future of e-cigarettes. "Everybody smokes and everybody wishes to quit smoking. And that (vaping) is the easiest way to quit smoking," he explained.
Vaping is viewed by many as a healthier alternative to smoking, as e-cigarettes do not burn the tobacco, and thus produce less of the major carcinogens present in conventional cigarettes. But some also say there is not enough long-term research to determine exactly how safe and healthy e-cigarettes are.
In view of the surging popularity of e-cigarettes in the U.S., Mr Nahon believes the federal government will soon start to tax on the products. E-cigarettes in some states, including Minnesota, are already subject to tobacco tax.
The U.S. Congress, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the European Union have been jointly examining ways to regulate the use of e-cigarettes and ban the advertising of them.
Vaping is viewed by many as a healthier alternative to smoking.
The Chinese authorizes would also make laws to regulate e-cigarettes, predicted Prof Zhao Yun, director of the Centre of Chinese Law at The University of Hong Kong. "Perhaps in the future, a judicial interpretation will be released by the Supreme People's Court," he added.
The Mist Shisha Sticks, a Hong Kong-based company who produces sticks for vaporizing flavored tobacco called shisha, has sold around 15,000 to 18,000 electronic shisha sticks internationally. The company launched its manufacturing facilities in mainland China and has just entered into its second year of operation.
Mr Nav Lalji, director of the Mist Shisha Sticks, expressed his concerns over lucrative patent infringement of the company's Chinese counterparts. "If we are to sell our mist there, I'm sure within the span of two to three months, you will see copies of our products pop up one after another," he said.
"Plus, I'm not too sure if the Chinese is ready for the product because they are very old-school in terms of tobacco consumption," Mr Lalji told The Young Reporter.
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Q: undefined reference to clock_gettime in contiki os I need to generate a random number in C and I did it using srand() and rand() functions. It worked fine when I ran it in the normal compiler, but when I am trying to compile the file in the Contiki OS, it's throwing an 'undefined reference to clock_gettime' error.
#include <stdio.h>
#include <string.h>
#include <stdlib.h>
#include <time.h>
int a;
srand(time(NULL));
a=rand() % 10000 + 2;
char *str = (char*)malloc(a);
int i=0;
for(i=0; i<a-1;i++){
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}
str[i] = '\0';
strcat(str,"Hello %d from the client ");
sprintf(buf,str, seq_id);

Can someone help me with this?

A: By "normal compiler" I presume you mean the native compiler for your host system?  In that case the development host is standard hardware with an operating system that provides "wall-clock" time through operating services that ultimately get time from the RTC or NTP.
In embedded systems the standard library is generic and needs to be retargeted to your platform.  Typically I/O, heap management and time services need retargeting.  In this case you need to define clock_gettime() to resolve the link (or simply redefine an override for time() - as described here).  How you implement it will depend on your specific hardware.  Typically you would get time from the RTC, but if your hardware lacks an RTC crystal and a battery backup thereof, it will serve little purpose.  Time has to come from somewhere, and the library cannot determine where for your specific hardware.
If you actually never need wall-clock time and are simply following the common idiom of using time(NULL) as a random number generator seed, then rather then fully supporting a time() function you don't need; consider an alternative means of generating a seed such as that described in this Application Note which uses two independent clock sources (VLO and DCO) to generate a random bit sequence.  The method is time consuming, so you would normally do it once, then use that as a seed for the standard PRNG via srand().
There is an implementation of the App Note algorithm at https://github.com/0/msp430-rng/blob/master/rand.c, but it is implemented as  an override for the standard rand().  I recommend you rename to something like generate_seed(), then call:
srand( generate_seed() ) ;

A: My suggestion is to use the chip unique values from the TLV memory that is pre-programmed at the factory. Each chip will contain unique values (such as calibration data), so just hash all TLV memory to arrive at a seed value, then plug that into the rand() function. If you don't have a hash function handy, then just use any CRC32 calculation over all the bytes.
See this code for example how to read from the TLV memory. Keep in mind that every MSP430 family is different, so consult the device datasheet for the exact memory locations.
If your application initializes the Real Time Clock (RTC) hardware inside every MSP430 chip (and updates it through power cycles) then you could add that to the hash result. Just continue the hash (or CRC32) using the RTC date and time registers for your seed value.

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The following proves that failure to do a "Faretta inquiry" by the court is reason to overturn a conviction, as is failure to allow a defendant to represent themselves. See previous posts for more details. The following gives case law as to criteria to be used to decide if a court will appoint standby counsel.
Case law is clear that the trial court has broad discretion to appoint counsel for advisory or other limited purposes and to determine the extent and nature of standby counsel's involvement. People v. Redd, 173 Ill.2d 1, 38, 218 Ill.Dec. 861, 670 N.E.2d 583 (1996).
Standby counsel may be appointed to assist a pro se defendant "in overcoming routine procedural or evidentiary obstacles to the completion of some specific tasks, such as introducing evidence or objecting to testimony, that the defendant has clearly shown he wishes to complete" and may also help "ensure the defendant's compliance with basic rules of courtroom protocol and procedure." McKaskle v. Wiggins, 465 U.S. 168, 104 S.Ct. 944, 79 L.Ed2d 122 (1984).
"In deciding whether to appoint standby counsel, the court should consider the following criteria: '(1) the nature and gravity of the charge; (2) the expected factual and legal complexity of the proceedings; and (3) the abilities and experience of the defendant.'" People v. Mazur, 333 Ill.App.3d 244, 249, 266 Ill.Dec. 573, 775 N.E.2d 135,140(2002), quoting People v. Williams, 277 Ill.App.3d 1053, 1058, 214 Ill.Dec. 741, 661 N.E.2d 1186 (1996).
The Public Defender Act of Illinois permits appointment of a public defender to serve as standby counsel for accused who elects to represent himself in a criminal proceeding. Case law is clear that the trial court has broad discretion to appoint counsel for advisory or other limited purposes and to determine the extent and nature of standby counsel's involvement. People v. Redd, 173 Ill.2d 1, 38, 218 Ill.Dec. 861, 670 N.E.2d 583 (1996).
The Public Defender Act of Illinois permits appointment of a public defender to serve as standby counsel for accused who elects to represent himself in a criminal proceeding. People v. Gibson, 136 Ill.2d 362, 556 .N.E. 2d 226, 144 Ill.Dec. 759 (1990)., 136 Ill.2d 362, 556 .N.E. 2d 226, 144 Ill.Dec. 759 (1990).


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The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) is proposing a wide selection of measures to improve rider safety in professional bike races, some of which will be implemented at the Road World Championships in October.
In a statement released on Thursday, the UCI said that it would be organising a Security and Technical Regulations working group meeting on September 30 to discuss and approve new safety and security measures for races.
The working group will consist of several stakeholders in the sport, including members of the organisations that represent riders (Cyclistes Professionnels Associés), teams (Association Internationale des Groupes Cyclistes Professionnels) and race organisers (Association Internationale des Organisateurs de Courses Cyclistes).
Some new safety measures will be introduced for the 2016 UCI Road World Championships in Doha, Qatar, in mid-October. These include the removal of traffic islands in the final 1.5 kilometres of the road race circuit; better positioning of barriers at the roadside to take account of road width; the use of smaller, 'trail-type motorbikes' without panniers in the race caravan; and the stipulation that anyone driving race vehicles will have to have significant experience in doing so.
Any newly agreed measures will be implemented on top of those already introduced during the 2016 season, which included tighter regulation of car and motorcycle drivers within the race environment. Also introduced earlier in 2016 were clear regulations governing the behaviour of riders around railway level crossings and an extreme weather protocol.
"I am happy with the progress and investment we have made in 2016," said UCI president Brian Cookson. "We know that there is more work to do and I am looking forward to working with the AIGCP, the CPA, AIOCC and others to ensure that we create the best possible conditions for riders".
Several serious incidents have occurred involving race vehicles in the past two seasons, in particular motorbikes. Belgian rider Antoine Demoitié (Wanty-Groupe Gobert) crashed and was hit by a motorcycle in Ghent-Wevelgem in March, and later died of his injuries.
Another Belgian rider, Stig Broeckx (Lotto-Soudal), was severely injured when he collided with a race motorbike at the Belgium Tour in May. He remains in a coma in hospital.


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PC, ReviewsJukka Piira August 29, 2017 Nihon Falcom, XSEED Games, Ys, Ys SEVEN, Action RPG, PC download, JRPG
Ys SEVEN Review
In the very beginning of Ys SEVEN, the adventuring heroes meet a mute flower girl. If you play it nice and offer to buy one of her flowers, she hands you an extra flower for your kindness. At that moment, I just knew I'm going to love my time with Ys SEVEN, the latest PC conversion of Nihon Falcom's long-running and much-loved action RPG series.
The persistent hero of Ys series, red-haired adventurer Adol has bit of a reputation for shipwrecks. When he arrives safely at the harbor of Altago City, his faithful sidekick Dogi is rightfully relieved. It soon turns out to a concern though as the trouble-prone duo is whisked to a jail after defending the aforementioned flower girl and her big sister from bullying Dragon Knights, the enforcers of the city. The king sees through the situation though and blesses the well-known adventurers with a permit to roam the land. Altago is only recuperating from a long war when a sudden resurgence of titanos, a race of hulking monsters, disturbs the everyday life.
Trade roads are blocked by titanos, as are the shrines where the people used to pay their respects to the five legendary dragons of Altago, the founding fathers of the land. It turns out Adol is rather responsive to the dragon spirits' energy and gains special abilities whenever he visits an altar. He and Dogi set out to seek the further knowledge of the dragons from the many villages and regions around Altago. As they're foreigners to the land, it's as good excuse as any for these seasoned adventurers to start from the scratch. The local monsters are vulnerable only to Altagian weapon arts so the heroic duo need to learn the ropes with their new tools, Adol with a quick-slashing sword and Dogi with pummeling fist weapons.
Ys SEVEN plays out as a fast-paced action RPG with real-time combat. The controls are straightforward and ultra-responsive. The game is the first in the Ys series to feature a party system. Because Adol's and Dogi's weapons won't cut every monster, there are lots of local talent joining the journey, each with their own weapon types and motives to fight the cause. Adol is the mainstay of the fighting party, leaving two spots for rotating heroes. The player can switch to any member of the trio at any time. I loved leading the way with hot-tempered Aisha and spreading ranged damage with her quick-drawing bow, switching to melee heroes whenever the monsters had a hide too thick to pierce with arrows. Weapons can also be assigned with special abilities which gain levels the more they're used, allowing flashy and quick damage-dealing attacks.
The game is built around the philosophy of grinding, not only for the experience to level up but also to gather materials to craft new weapons, armors and support items. Most of the main story quests end up our heroes and heroines facing off titanos. With their ginormous health pools to hack away, you'll soon realize if you have inefficient equipment to survive long enough. So, it's back to grinding to gain more levels and better gear, as the dungeons aren't locked up but allow a free access. Luckily, Ys SEVEN is so rapid to play that grinding is a breeze. Actually, you'll even look to it, with an upbeat rock soundtrack setting the pace for some fun monster-slaying.
There's not much else to Ys SEVEN. With no similar story hooks and intricate characterization of Nihon Falcom's The Legend of Heroes series, it's all about the gameplay; hacking and slashing the way to the roots of the problems plaguing Altago. The game is served in manageable bits, tied together with a story motivating enough to keep up adventuring. It never drags on but blazes onward, introducing new characters and situations, as the heroes march on. Because Adol is a silent protagonist, it's up to the supporting cast to give personality to the game. It all works out rather splendidly.
As has been the custom with XSEED's conversions, Ys SEVEN is upscaled nicely to the modern screens. The game may look outdated as the graphics are of PSP origins and date back to 2009, and there never was higher resolution textures to work from. The characters on the other hand, even with their relatively low polygon count, look better than ever in high-definition, showing off their unique personality. The gameplay and bouncy animations run in silky smooth 60 fps all the way. Also, the translation is revised from the original Western PSP release.
There's something awfully disarming about Nihon Falcom's straightforward and honest approach to the action RPG genre. All the trademarks of their user-friendliness are evident in Ys SEVEN too, like saving everywhere you want, an auto-map overlay and a fast travel introduced during the course of the adventure. But above all, Ys SEVEN hooks in with its simple and blistering fast gameplay, ensuring it's always fun to do the necessary grinding to keep up with the numerous boss fights. I enjoyed every minute - and there were lots of those minutes - with Adol and his friends.
Jukka Piira
Video game nerd & artist. I've been playing computer and video games since the early 80's so I dare say I have some perspective to them. When I'm not playing, I'm usually at my art board.
PC, ReviewsJukka Piira August 07, 2017 PC RPG, PC JRPG, PC download, Nihon Falcom, narrative focus, XSEED Games, story rich, The Legend of Heroes
What The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel may lack in production values, it makes up for in the richness and depth in its unpretentious and diverse narrative. That makes following Rean and his friends during their year of study uncannily engaging entertainment. I can't think of any better way to get acquainted with The Legend of Heroes series than this. The only thing bothering me right now is how long I have to wait for the second part!
PC, ReviewsJukka Piira October 31, 2017 Nihon Falcom, Marvelous Inc., Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection, Zwei, JRPG, Action RPG, PC adventure, dungeon crawler
Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection Review
Despite being a sequel of sorts, it really is a stand-alone game, set in the same world as Zwei! (never released outside Japan) but with new heroes and storyline. Bearing the developer's usual setup of immediacy and user-friendliness and boasting lovely looks bathing in color and character, the game is like a perfect antidote to the gloom of most of the hit titles surfacing for the holiday season.
PC, ReviewsJukka Piira January 24, 2018 Nihon Falcom, XSEED Games, JRPG, PC JRPG, action RPG, Zwei: The Arges Adventure, Zwei series, top down, dungeon crawler
Zwei: The Arges Adventure Review
After releasing Nihon Falcom's action JRPG Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection to the western audience late last year, XSEED is back with another iteration of Zwei. The funny thing is, Zwei: The Arges Adventure is actually the first game in the two-part series and dates way back to 2001 in Japan for home computers.
PC, ReviewsJukka Piira July 25, 2018 Nihon Falcom, Ys: Memories of Celceta, XSEED Games, PC JRPG
Ys: Memories of Celceta Review
In the intro cutscene of Ys: Memories of Celceta, however, the first thing we see is a ridiculously badly animated low poly cat, passing the series mainstay Adol who drags himself through box-headed, expressionless NPC characters. Oh no, I thought. Not a very good first impression at all.
PC, ReviewsJukka Piira November 18, 2016 Nihon Falcom, PC Adventure, PC Download, PC RPG, slider, XSEED, XSEED GamesComment
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In this paper, we address the problem of identifying spam users on Wikipedia and present our preliminary results. We formulate the problem as a binary classification task and propose a set of features based on user editing behavior to separate spammers from benign users. We tested our system on a new dataset we built consisting of 4.2K (half spam and half benign) users and 75.6K edits. Experimental results show that our approach reaches 80.8% classification accuracy and 0.88 mean average precision. We compared against ORES, the most recent tool developed by Wikimedia which assigns a damaging score to each edit, and we show that our system outperforms ORES in spam users detection. Moreover, by combining our features with ORES, classification accuracy increases to 82.1%. Additionally, we also show that our system performs well in a more realistic, unbalanced setting, that is, when spammers are greatly outnumbered by benign users, by achieving an AUROC of 0.84 (which increases to 0.86 when we combine with ORES).


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import {takeEvery} from "redux-saga";
import {put, select} from "redux-saga/effects";
import {selectGlobalDict, selectLocalDict, selectIsGlobalEnabled, selectIsLocalEnabled} from "./selectors";
import {selectCurrentUserID} from "../LoginModal/selectors";
import {encryptMessage, MESSAGE_DECRYPTED} from "../KeyManager/actions";

function* sendResponse(action) {
  const data = action.data || {};
  const userID = yield select(selectCurrentUserID());

  /* Don't respond to outgoing or non-textual messages. */
  if (data.type === "message" && data.senderID != userID) {

    /* Match the message against every regex of the global dictionary. */
    const isGlobalOn = yield select(selectIsGlobalEnabled());
    if (isGlobalOn) {
      const globalDict = yield select(selectGlobalDict());
      for (let entry of globalDict.toJS()) {
        if (data.body.toLowerCase().match(new RegExp(entry[0], "i")))
          yield put(encryptMessage(data.threadID, entry[1]));
      }
    }

    /* Same with the thread-specific ("local") dictionary. */
    const isLocalOn = yield select(selectIsLocalEnabled());
    if (isLocalOn) {
      const localDict = yield select(selectLocalDict());
      for (let entry of localDict.toJS()) {
        if (data.body.toLowerCase().match(new RegExp(entry[0], "i")))
          yield put(encryptMessage(data.threadID, entry[1]));
      }
    }
  }
}

function* main() {
  yield takeEvery(MESSAGE_DECRYPTED, sendResponse);
}

export default main;

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaGithub


This presentation is detailed for design/construction professionals, but also broad focused (and beautifully illustrated) for laymen. This presentation will provide a detailed look at the variety of mass timber products available, including glue-laminated timber (glulam), cross laminated timber (CLT), nail laminated timber (NLT), heavy timber decking, and other engineered and composite systems. Due to their high strength, quick assembly, dimensional stability and positive environmental performance, mass timber building products are quickly becoming materials of choice for sustainably-minded designers. Applications for the use of these products under modern building codes will be discussed, and examples of their use in U.S. projects reviewed. Mass timber's ability to act as both structure and exposed finish will also be highlighted, as will its performance as part of an assembly, considering design objectives related to structural performance, fire resistance, acoustics, and energy efficiency. Other topics will include detailing and construction best practices, lessons learned from completed projects and trends for the increased use of mass timber products in the future.
Learning Objectives: AIA CEU's available at no cost for professionals.
1. Identify mass timber products available in North America and consider how they can be used under current building codes and standards.
2. Review completed mass timber projects that demonstrate a range of applications and system configurations.
3. Discuss benefits of using mass timber products, including structural versatility, prefabrication, lighter carbon footprint, and reduced labor costs.
4. Highlight possibilities for the expanded use and application of mass timber in larger and taller buildings.
Ricky McLain, PE, SE, is Technical Director at WOODWORKS, a division of American Wood Products Council.
No need to RSVP or register; just attend!


This time of year there's an abundance of information on what people food your dog can eat and what they shouldn't eat. But what about the other holiday dangers? Poinsettia, mistletoe berries, and walnuts are toxic to dogs. Glass ornaments that might fall off the Christmas tree and break could wind up in paw pads. Pine water (from the Christmas tree) can make dogs sick if ingested. And finally, if your dog eats tinsle and it begins to come out the other end, don't pull it out as it can do damage to the dog's insides. Instead, let nature take its course. If the tinsle doesn't come out within a few days, see your vet.
I often suggest to clients that they fill a kong toy or hollow bone with peanut butter, freeze it, and then let their dog work to lick all of the peanut butter out. This can keep a dog busy for quite a while. While this is still good advice, we now need to be a little more careful when doing this. Some peanut butter companies are now using xylitol which is a natural sweetener that can be found in baked goods, toothpaste, and chewing gum, among other things. Unfortnately, it can be toxic to dogs. Small amouts of xylitol can cause seizures, low blood sugar, liver failure, and death. If your dog likes peanut butter you can still use it, just be sure to check that the ingredients do not inlcude xylitol.
Freckles Macaluso is a Dalmation that comes to us for boarding, nail trims, and she did a Beginning Obedience class with us. Freckles is not much of a kisser but she is a huge hugger! Her good friends are Korah the Shepherd mix and Daisy the French Bulldog.
Want to help your dog get used to loud noises? Become clumsy. Start dropping things like silverware on a hard floor, heavy books, a chain leash, anything that makes a racket. Then if your dog reacts, ignore him/her. If they react and you react to them, they will think there's a reason to react. It's okay for the dog to be startled for a moment and then recover (just like us) but that's it. As always, if you have questions give us a call at 760-739-7299.
Sandy Pawz Dog House is proud to announce that every one of our employees and volunteers are certified in Pet CPR and First Aid. This means that they know the signs of bloat, they know how to treat for shock and stop bleeding, and they know how to perform CPR and Rescue Breathing. Obviously we do all we can to keep all of the pets safe, but if something should happen, Sandy Pawz Dog House is prepared.
We have Taste of the Wild Puppy food! We've been seeing so many puppies lately it just made sense. Just like the adult food, it's wheat, corn, and soy free. So if you have a puppy and want to try Taste of the Wild Puppy food, come on in and ask for a sample.
For the month of December selected retail items are 10-40% off, making Sandy Pawz Dog House a great place to do your Christmas shopping for doggy parents. We also carry gift certificates that can go towards any retail item or any service item. So come on in and make a dent in that Christmas gift list!
Don't forget, around the holidays our grooming appointments fill up early and boarding space at Sandy Pawz Dog House is limited and we're already taking reservations for both. To ensure we can get you in, give us a call at 760-739-7299 to set up your grooming appointment or to reserve your boarding spot.


If you currently have a DMP in place, it is important that you check to see if the firm is still authorised. If they have had their application declined, you should no longer make any payments to them, as there is a risk that your payments will be delayed or might not be reaching the company you owe money to.
Arrow Global is one of Europe's largest and fastest growing providers of debt purchase and receivables management solutions. We purchase customer accounts from a range of businesses, including retail banks, credit card and telecommunications companies. The Group manages over 8.6 million owned customer accounts and over £19.2 billion total assets under management.
Arrow Global works closely with customers whose debts we acquire to find affordable and sustainable repayment plans based on their individual circumstances. Arrow Global does not charge customers interest or fees on defaulted debt, unless there is a statutory requirement, in effect freezing the amount the customer owes.
Through representation on industry bodies such as the Credit Services Association and SCOR (The Steering Committee on Reciprocity), the executive team plays a key role in initiating, shaping and implementing industry compliance standards and programmes.
In October 2013, Arrow Global listed on the London Stock Exchange (ARW) and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
Arrow Global Limited is registered in England and Wales with company number 05606545. Its registered office is at Belvedere, 12 Booth Street, Manchester M2 4AW. Arrow Global Limited ("AGL") is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for certain credit-related regulated activities, and is part of the Arrow Global Group. AGL is registered on the Financial Services Register under registration number 718754.


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BracketologyBracketology
Team saved after bus stuck 30 hours in snow
UConn-Tennessee rivalry still good for the game
4dMechelle Voepel
UConn-Tennessee: Ranking the 10 best players in the rivalry
UConn-Tennessee: Inside the year the rivalry hit its boiling point
UConn honors Kobe's daughter: 'Husky forever'
Oregon up to No. 3 in AP women's hoops poll
Why South Carolina's Tyasha Harris is one of the top point guards in the country
10hCharlie Creme
Ionescu on bond with Kobe: 'This season's for him'
1dGraham Hays
Niagara stranded on bus due to snow
Niagara's Coach On Being Stranded (3:31)
Niagara women's basketball coach Kendra Faustin discusses the struggles her squad has gone through on the team bus since being stranded by a snowstorm on a highway outside Buffalo. (3:31)
Stranded on the highway for more than a day, the Niagara women's basketball team has finally completed its journey home, athletic director Simon Gray confirmed Wednesday.
.@NiagaraWBB has safely returned to @NiagaraUniv. Perseverance personified. All those that assisted with the rescue effort are #Heroes.
— Simon Gray (@NiagaraAD) November 19, 2014
The team was stuck on its bus for nearly 30 hours because of a huge storm that dumped 4 feet of snow around Buffalo and was blamed for at least six deaths.
Niagara was coming back late Monday night from a loss at Pittsburgh when the squad was marooned on the New York State Thruway, about 30 to 45 minutes from campus. Early Wednesday morning, players at last tweeted photos of a plow starting to clear the road.
Thank you god !!! pic.twitter.com/CdBx93ooLx
— #Grind2Shine (@_TC3__) November 19, 2014
A few hours later, state troopers picked them up and brought them to a nearby police station, where another bus was waiting to take them back to campus, Niagara guard Tiffany Corselli said.
Niagara coach Kendra Faustin said everyone was OK and the team was in good spirits. Players had been running low on food, but local officials dropped off snacks and drinks. There were 25 players and coaches aboard the bus as well as Faustin's 1-year-old son.
On our way back to campus now! pic.twitter.com/urg4bYAhiD
— NiagaraWBB (@NiagaraWBB) November 19, 2014
"We have snacks, some granola bars and pretzels," Faustin told The Associated Press in a phone interview prior to being picked up. "We found six bottles of water and have been rationing it. We thought we'd be here for a couple hours and a couple of hours turned into 12 hours. It's now 24 hours."
Before the supplies arrived, the team actually turned some of the snow into water. Faustin described snow drifts higher than 6 feet that covered cars. Other motorists had come aboard the team's bus seeking shelter and bonded with the team.
"It started to get bad fast at about 2 a.m. [Tuesday], and we came to a dead stop and haven't moved since," Faustin said. "It was a rough weekend for us on the court and it just won't end."
The coach told the AP during the ordeal that the team had heard on the radio that all stranded motorists had been rescued, but "apparently they missed us."
In a region accustomed to highway-choking snowstorms, this one has been called one of the worst in memory. Snow blown by strong winds forced the closing of a 132-mile stretch of the Thruway, the main highway that runs across New York State.
Faustin had told ESPN during the ordeal that the bus had enough gas and power to last a few more days.
Meanwhile, the team had taken to social media to tell others of their plight and post selfies.
"This whole Twitter and media thing has kept their spirits high," Faustin said. "It's something fun for them to do."
The team also watched movies and caught the Duke-Michigan State men's basketball game on ESPN on Tuesday night.
"They really have been great; there's been no complaining at all. They've been joking around: 'I want a steak, I want a soft taco, a Slurpee,'" Faustin said while they were stuck. "There's definitely nothing in the coaching handbook to prepare you for this.
"I'm sure when it's all done we'll look back at it and remember how great a bonding experience it was. For now I think everyone just wants to get home and sleep in their own beds."


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Iowa City ped mall shooting victim dies; suspect charged with murder
Stephen Gruber-Miller
One of the victims in a Sunday morning shooting on the Iowa City pedestrian mall has died, police confirmed.
Kaleek Asham Douglas Jones, 22, of Iowa City, died Tuesday from injuries sustained in the shooting, the Iowa City Police Department said in a news release Wednesday afternoon.
Jones was one of three victims in the downtown shooting, which happened at about 1:30 a.m. on the crowded ped mall, half an hour before bar close. One of the victims was found with gunshot wounds in the ped mall walkway between the Sheraton Hotel and Martini's bar. Another victim collapsed in front of the parking ramp in front of the Sheraton, and the third was found in the ramp.
All three victims — Jones and two men ages 26 and 27 — were taken to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. The Press-Citizen is not naming the other two victims, who have been described by police as in stable condition.
A statement from Jones' family described him as an "amazing man" and a loving fiance and father.
"Vari and Lillia, his children, were the apples of his eye. As a daddy he did it all, bottles, diapers and playing Mr. Frog. Kaleek had a gift with children and they loved him. Whoever reached out to Kaleek, he would be there however he was needed," the statement said, in part.
Jones, a City High graduate, was known as the "grill master" and chef who talked about going back to school and eventually opening up his own restaurant, his family said in the statement.
"Kaleek lived life and would light up everything and everyone around him. His eyes would sparkle, he would crack a smile and that laugh would draw you in. You could hear him singing, rapping (oh lord) and shaking his dreads at times," the statement said.
A GoFundMe page set up for Jones also confirmed his death, saying, "Kaleek has gone home. Let's surround his children, fiancee, mother, sisters and brothers and all who love him in our support, love and prayers. Thank you to everyone who is thinking of Kaleek's family in this time of deep sorrow. RIP Kaleek."
As of Wednesday evening, the page had raised more than $1,580, which is intended to go toward medical and funeral expenses.
Two people have been arrested in connection with the shooting, including 23-year-old Lamar C. Wilson, who police say pulled the trigger. Wilson was facing three counts of attempted murder and three counts of intimidation with a dangerous weapon, but as a result of Jones' death one of the attempted murder charges has been updated to first-degree murder, the release said.
Officials set Wilson's bond for the murder charge at $1 million, while keeping in place the $750,000 total bond for his other charges. The change appeared in online court records Thursday. Wilson is currently being held at the Johnson County Jail.
Wilson was carrying two guns when he was taken into custody near the scene of the shooting, according to Iowa City police complaints. Police said he admitted to firing several rounds at a number of people.
An acquaintance told police Wilson shot at the victims over an "ongoing feud," the complaints state. Police said the victims were shot at close range.
Wilson had a valid permit to carry firearms at the time of his arrest, police said.
First-degree murder is a class A felony punishable by life in prison without the possibility of parole. Wilson could also face up to 25 years for each attempted murder charge and 10 years for each intimidation charge.
Iowa court records show protective orders have been issued for the victims, forbidding Wilson from contacting them.
Earlier this year, a Cook County, Illinois jury found Wilson not guilty of first-degree murder in a 2013 shooting in Homewood, Illinois.
The other man arrested in connection with the shooting, Donte R. Taylor, 21, Cedar Rapids, is being held at the jail on a $76,000 bond. Taylor could face up to five years each for charges of trafficking in stolen weapons and control of a firearm by a felon, and two years for a charge of carrying weapons.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing and additional charges are possible, according to the news release. Iowa City police encouraged anyone with information related to the incident to contact them at (319) 356-5276.
Iowa City police are being assisted in the investigation by University of Iowa police, the Johnson County Medical Examiner's Office and the Johnson County Attorney's Office.
Iowa City Area CrimeStoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information on the shooting. Anyone with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to call (319) 358-8477. Callers do not need to reveal their identity to collect a reward.
Police have said they plan to increase their presence on the pedestrian mall to deter the possibility of future incidents.
Reach Stephen Gruber-Miller at 319-887-5407 or sgrubermil@press-citizen.com. Follow him on Twitter: @sgrubermiller.


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On June 12, 2005, OLIVE EUGENIA, wife of the late James Melvin Price, mother of Suzanne Elizabeth Barnette and James William Price, mother-in-law of John Barnette and Carol Price, sister of the late Hugh Williams and Ruth Cowan, grandmother of Kara Taylor, Zachary Price, Jason Barnette and Krista Barnette. Great-grandmother of Quin, Marin, Evan, Tanner and Jake. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 1:00 P.M. at Pritts Funeral Home & Chapel, 412 Washington Rd., Westminster. Inurnment will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her name to St. John Catholic Church Health Care Ministry, 43 Monroe St., Westminster, MD 21157.devoted mother of Tia White and Eric Quick, cherished grandmother of Krista Kenny and Samantha Quick, dear great-grandmother of Oliva and Lila Kenny. Friends may call at the family owned Evans Funeral Chapel - Bel Air, 3 Newport Drive (Routes 23 & 24 - Forest Hill) on Saturday, June 25, 2005, from 10 A. M to 12 P.M. A memorial service will be held 12 P. M Saturday.


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Astrogeographical position of Kabul
Georg Stockhorst March 19, 2018
Astrogeographical position of Kabul and transits for Afghanistan. Political and mundane astrology: transits of the outer planets in relation to the capital and government of Afghanistan
Astrogeographical positions of capitals: African Union + Capitals, Ankara, Asian Capitals, Athens, Bagdad, Bangkok, Beijing, Berlin (en), (Berlin (dt), Bern, Cairo, Canberra, Caracas, Copenhagen and Nuuk, Damascus, EU & European Capitals, Hongkong, lslamabad, Jakarta, Jerusalem, Kiew, Kabul, Lhasa, Lima, London, Madrid, Mexico City, Moscow, New Delhi, Ottawa, Paris, Prague, Pyongyang, Riyadh, Rome, Seoul, Stockholm, South American Nations, Tehran, The Hague, Tripoli, Tokyo, UNASUR, United Nations, Vienna, Warsaw, Washington, Wellington,
New building of the Afghan Parliament in the grounds of the Darul Aman Palace. The building is located in Cancer with Scorpio. photo: Guru chai, ccbysa4.0
Astrogeographical position of Kabul for morphogenetic field level 1 which defines the supra-regional, international situation and role of the capital and government of Afghanistan: The capital of Afghanistan is located at 11° Sagittarius and 20° Taurus.
Natal Charts for Afghanistan
The modern, democratic Constitution of Afghanistan was approved on 4 January 2004 by a 502-delegate so called loya jirga which had convened in Kabul on December 14, 2003.
Birth Chart for the democratic post Taliban Afghanistan calculated as a midday chart for 12:00 noon (exact time unknown). Event:approval of the Constitution on 4 January 2004 by the 502-delegate 2003 Loya Jirga that had convened in Kabul on December 14, 2003.
The democratic constitution was approved with Mars the planet of warfare in exact trine to Kabul`s 11°Sagittarius coordinate from 11° in fire sign Aries the sign of action, warfare, ignition, new starts in a highly positive aspect for the future development of the country`s readiness for national self-defense. Neptune the planet of spirituality occupied the half sum between Mars and Kabul at 11°Aquarius in an aspect that stood for the protection of the spirituality and essence of religion, the protection of the weakest part of the population (women, kids and minorities) Through the new constitution. The problematic side of this Neptune position reflects the weakness of the government, the allowance of drug production, territorial claims of warlords and ethnical groups and probably also a high amount of corruption. That constellation reveals the full amount of compromise – false or not – that the new political system has to rely on.
The Moon was in Gemini the sign of parliamentary institutions and democracy in a highly positive position for though nearly in opposition to Kabul. This Moon position in Gemini points at the aim of the post Taliban constitution to support individual human rights and liberty, education, communication, innovation and technological progress, building roads and the role of the parliament as an interface and bridge between the conflicting parties, ethical groups and political spheres of interest. The Moon opposition and conjunction with the black Moon Lilith is a clear hint that the democratic institutions, parliament, nationwide government and strict separation of executive, legislative and judicial powers are in direct confrontation with the economical, political, ideological and military structures and inheritance. In this regard the position of Kabul in Sagittarius appears to resonate with susceptibility of Afghanistans political situation to pseudo-religious and economical manipulation in the name of the illegal drug producing industries, global players (Pakistan, Saudi-Arabia, USA, Russia), the pseudo priest castes and the use of ideology for the extinction of serious religion, spirituality and live as such.
The North Node was exactly conjunct the astrogeographical degree of Kabul at 20° Taurus the sign of agriculture, profitability and market places pointing at the aim of consolidating the country`s territorial integrity, strengthening the national morphic field and central government.
Transits of the outer Planets in relation to Kabul and the Government of Afghanistan
Saturn Tranists
The last year saw an intensely challenging aspect for Kabul with Saturn transiting 20° Scorpio the point of opposition to the afghan capital (20°Taurus) between December 2013 and October 2014. Saturn`s transit over the position of Kabul at 11° Sagittarius will be effective from December 2015 until November 2016 and as an aspect of conjunction could to some extent introduce a momentum of stabilization at least to the capital area of Afghanistan.
Neptune Transits
The next transit on the agenda will be Neptune moving over 11° Pisces in a square to the position of Kabul at 11°Sagittarius between March 2016 and March 2018. This aspect of destabilization does surely not indicate support for the independence of Kabul. It can be interpreted as an aspect of manipulation and corruption particularly involving the drug production in the country. And as initiated through a square these influences may rather originate from abroad than from Kabul itself.
Uranus Transits
The climax of the transit of Uranus the planet of globalization over the 20° Taurus position of the government of Afghanistan will be first triggered in July 2022 and will be fully effective until April 2025. Altogether there is the chance that territorial threats to the country`s independence exerted under the cover the pseudo-reliegious, anti-spiritual, pseuodo-islamic and neo-fascist forces could lead to a stronger need for self-liberation and solidarity among the population.
The transit of Uranus in Taurus suggests the need for large scale economical, technological and social reforms. But of course the threat to the independence and stability of Afghanistan through global political spheres of interest could not be stronger than during a Uranus transit over the capital. Uranus will most certainly bring a revival of the Taliban sphere of interest and most probably more aerial attacks by the US led alliance to fight back the Pakistani and Saudi-Arabian/Gulf States/Sunnite control over the country.
Pluto Transits
Astrological Chart for the occupation of Kabul by the Taliban on 27 September 1996
The Taliban occupation of Kabul on 27 September 1996 began shortly after Pluto´s ingress into Sagittarius and his approach towards the astrogeographical position at 11°Sagittarius. This event indicates a strongest sensitivity of Kabul to ingresses of the outer planets into that sign. Pluto the planet of dogma, ideology, hierarchy, role conduct and trauma stood for the hierarchical, fascistoid system established by the Taliban. Typical for Pluto was the replacement of spirituality and substantial religion by religious dogma.
Retrograde Saturn opposite Kabul: the US invasion of 2001
Astrological event chart for the US invasion in Afghanistan on 7 October 2001 the day of the first air strikes against the Taliban regime. The chart is calculated for sunrise.
The attacks on the World Trade Center on September, 11 2001 were followed by the US invasion in Afghanistan under the name of Operation Enduring Freedom.
The invasion was preceded by the first airstrikes on October, 7 2001 while retrograde Saturn at 14°Gemini approached the exact opposition to Pluto the indicator for pseudo-religious ideology and neo-fascist patterns of gender role conduct at 13° in fire sign Sagittarius the sign of the priest castes, preachers and mental corruption. During the Fall of Kabul on 12 November with Saturn had reached 13° Gemini. Soon after Saturn reached the exact opposition to Kabul´s 11°Sagittarius coordinate by late November during the through the Fall of Kandahar before the Battle of Tora Bora ended the war by December 17 with Saturn at 10° Gemini.
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The astrogeographical position of Bagdad
Some thoughts on an astrogeographical typology of monolithic domes


With just a few days away from the official launch of the Nokia 9 PureView which is set to take place in Barcelona on the 24th of February 24, the upcoming device has been leaked through a couple of live images. The penta-lens camera setup of the new model is also seen on one of the images leaked online. The Nokia 9 PureView is rumoured to come as the next-generation flagship by HMD Global. The phone is expected to be showcased at MWC 2019 alongside the Nokia 8.1 Plus and Nokia 1 Plus.
Thanks to NokiaPowerUser, these newly emerged live images of the Nokia 9 PureView show its metal build as well as the glossy back panel along with the penta-lens camera setup. The front panel of the leaked Nokia phone appears to have rounded edges. There isn't any display notch which ties up with previously leaked renders of the Nokia 9 PureView. The top bezel on the device includes a selfie camera, earpiece, and an array of sensors.
As it stands, rumours suggest that the Nokia 9 PureView will come with a 5.99-inch QHD PureDisplay panel with HDR10 support and have an in-display fingerprint sensor. The smartphone could also include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC, coupled with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. HMD Global is also expected to offer features such as wireless charging support and some enhanced camera modes powered by Light.
Aside from the Nokia 9 PureView, the event on the 24th of February by HMD Global is likely to bring the Nokia 8.1 Plus and Nokia 1 Plus. While the Nokia 8.1 Plus is speculated to feature a dual rear camera setup and a 6.22-inch display, the Nokia 1 Plus could debut as a new Android Go model.


Descending from the top of the Acropolis, the holy site, into the real life of the Ancient Agora where politics & economy & philosophy ruled the scene: a short walk downhill after crossing the Ancient Agora leads us finally into Monasteraki w/ lots of restaurants, cafes, music, locals as well as tourists.
Let's start visiting one of the best preserved temples in Athens.
This is the Temple of Hephaestos overlooking the Ancient Agora.
Isn't the temple gorgeous? All columns are standing, some reliefs are still (partly) undamaged.
From the temple grounds you may admire the vast Ancient Agora. Besides the Temple of Hephaestus there were also temples for the ancient Greek gods Apollo & Ares.
The Ancient Agora – unfortunately only present by foundation walls & remains of pillars – was the heart of Athens' state & democracy. Here were the assembly halls & places for the representatives of the people where the decisions about war & peace, economy, court procedures … were made – in ancient times about 2500 years ago when for the 1st time a modern state was established.
In the Agora Museum based in the reconstructed Stoa of Attalos results of the archaeological excavations organized mainly in the last century are displayed.
When leaving the Ancient Agora you (automatically!) end up in front of the Roman Agora established some centuries later when the Roman empire became master of Athens.
So – now we've managed the Acropolis in its fullness from all perspectives appreciating the birthplace of Western democracy & modern political systems.
Yes – I think all Greeks love sweet delights. I cannot remember having seen so many bakeries & pastry shops w/ loads of sophisticated cakes & pies & biscuits & cookies & shortbread & whatever-you-can-imagine!


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using NBi.Core.Calculation.Predicate;
using NBi.Core.Evaluate;
using NBi.Core.Injection;
using NBi.Core.Variable;
using System;
using System.Collections.Generic;
using System.Data;
using System.Linq;
using System.Text;
using System.Threading.Tasks;

namespace NBi.Core.Calculation.Predication
{
    class XOrCombinationPredication : BaseCombinationPredication
    {
        public override string Description { get => "xor"; }

        public XOrCombinationPredication(IEnumerable<IPredication> predications)
            : base(predications)
        { }

        protected override bool ContinueCondition(bool state)
            => true;

        protected override bool StartState()
            => false;

        protected override bool Calculate(bool currentState, bool lastResult)
            => currentState ^ lastResult;
    }
}


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N-scale freight cars
Boxcars wood
Boxcars 40'
Boxcars, exterior post, single door
Boxcars, exterior post, double door
Refrigerator cars
Covered hoppers, early
Covered hoppers, modern
Covered hoppers, cylindrical
Covered hoppers, special
Gondolas, special
Flat cars, regular
Flat cars, intermodal
Flat cars, special
Hoppers 2-bay
Hoppers 3&4 bay
Tank cars
Non-railroad models
Tales from the River
The Cornrail Years
THe CS&M Years
Stuff from others
German signals
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THREE- AND FOUR-BAY HOPPERS
The development of all-steel cars spurred the railroad industry to begin developing larger hopper cars. Initially, the larger cars were intended for hauling coke, which is lighter than coal. However, improvements in truck design and heavier rails soon made loads of seventy tons or more possible. These larger cars received the AAR class designation HT: "A car with three or more hopper bays with doors hinged crosswise to allow dumping between the rails."
One of the earliest developments was the Pennsylvania Railroad H21, a four-bay hopper first built in 1910. Offset-side hoppers were introduced in the twenties, and like the H21, most had four bays. Many of these early hoppers featured clamshell doors, and differed from the models available to N-scalers. In the thirties, most of the clamshell doors were replaced by conventional hopper bays.
COMPOSITE THREE-BAY HOPPERS
MINITRIX and CON COR
Early in the 20th Century, the Delaware & Hudson purchased a large fleet of composite hoppers. Known as "Seley" hoppers, they had a five-panel Howe truss with no diagonal in the center panel and "C" channel ribs. When built, they had clamshell doors and the end panels were fully sheathed, giving them the appearance of a high-side gondola. In the twenties and thirties, the Delaware & Hudson rebuilt them into more conventional looking hoppers. While most were rebuilt into two-bay cars, some were rebuilt with three or even four bays. They were being rebuilt again into all-steel cars by the late forties.
The Minitrix "old time" wood hopper is a model of a Delaware & Hudson Seley hopper rebuilt with three bays. The model was available in other road names, none of which are correct. The Con Cor wood hopper appears to be a stretched model of the same car, and is a tad oversized even for a forty-foot car! While not offered in Delaware & Hudson, some of the road names could be stand-ins for other forty-foot composite cars.
NORFOLK & WESTERN- N&W was one of the few roads that received three-bay war emergency hoppers, which featured a six-panel Pratt truss. The chart below is a comprehensive list of war emergency cars (Just in case somebody would like to produce an N-scale model). An asterisk in a column indicates that the cars have been rebuilt as all-steel cars.
CHICAGO, BURLINGTON & QUINCY- The Burlington had a series of composite hoppers which were type HK side dumping hoppers with a six-panel Pratt truss. They were listed as "Ore" cars in the Equipment Registers, though this type was usually used for ballast.
SOUTHERN PACIFIC and CHICAGO & NORTHWESTERN- Both roads owned composite "Hart Convertible" ballast cars, which could be used as either a gondola or hopper car, however, they bore a closer resemblance to gondolas than hopper cars.
FOUR BAY RIBBED HOPPERS
BOWSER, AHM and ROCO
The Pennsylvania Railroad H21a hopper car was one of the largest and long-lived classes of freight cars ever constructed. First appearing around 1910, they were originally constructed with clamshell doors, but were rebuilt with standard hopper bays in the thirties. Over, the years, a few H21's were leased to other railroads on a short-term basis. In 1970, Penn Central refurbished 602 cars, designating them as class H5 hoppers. Though about a thousand H21's and H5's made it to Conrail in 1976, the January 1978 Equipment Register listed only eleven H21's.
Bowser's H21 is a model of the post-war version with standard hopper bays, so the early scheme (37403), it would not be an accurate representation for pre-1930's era modelers. The "Coal Goes to War" scheme (37402) was likely applied to only a handful of cars during World War II, and I don't know how long it lasted after the war. The lack of reporting marks on the green panel scheme (38023) is a bit of a mystery; though Bowser lists it as a Penn Central scheme, it has a PRR keystone and the Equipment Registers list the number series under PRR. Bowser also included three lease schemes for Norfolk & Western and Virginian. Apparently, the leases were brief as none were listed in any of my Equipment Registers, so you'll have to use the service date on the model as a guide. Bowser did overlook one road name; Baltimore & Ohio's W-1 hoppers were copies of the H21.
Roco also produced a model of the H21 which was first sold by AHM. This model differs in that the two center hopper bays are facing the wrong way. Presumably, Roco utilized some of the tooling from their ARA offset quad, in which all four bays face the center of the car. Most of the road names offered by AHM and Roco were stand-ins for other types of ribbed hoppers, making the wrong-way center bays a moot point. Many are stand-ins for the three-bay nine-panel hopper produced by Roundhouse and Athearn, which is indicated by the notation (3/9) in the "ROAD" column below. Other models are stand-ins for the Bluford Shops fourteen-panel car, which is indicated by the notation (3/14). An asterisk in the ROADS column indicates a scheme that is not yet available on the proper body style. Other exceptions are as follows:
BALTIMORE & OHIO- Roco 28865 is numbered for a small series of hoppers that appeared in the fifties. Except for a slight increase in capacity, the dimensions are identical to earlier W-1 hoppers, though they could also be leased cars from another railroad.
CHESAPEAKE & OHIO- Roco 28863 is numbered for a series of forty-foot eight-panel USRA hoppers, a model not yet available in N-scale.
CLINCHFIELD- Both the AHM and Roco models are numbered for a series of 15-panel PS-3 hoppers, which is available from Atlas. However, they would better represent a series of nine-panel cars. Both series had peaked ends.
KANSAS, OKLAHOMA & GULF- I haven't been able to find a photo for confirmation, but the dimensions in the register are close to other nine-panel ribbed hoppers.
ROBERVAL & SAQUENAY- I can't find a photo, but the dimensions of these aluminum bodied cars suggest they had offset sides.
SOUTHERN PACIFIC- The number on Roco 28861 doesn't conform to any series I could find, but all of SP's early type HT hoppers had offset sides.
FOUR-BAY OFFSET HOPPERS
BROADWAY LIMITED and many others
By putting the side walls outside of the ribs, car builders were able to increase the cubic capacity of hopper cars. The side walls were slanted (or offset) to the inside of the ribs at the top of the car to prevent the load from catching on the top chord when dumped. The ARA produced a design for a four-bay offset-side hopper in the late twenties. The design was short-lived, as railroads switched to building less complex three-bay cars in the thirties.
Broadway Limited Imports produced the definitive N-scale model of this car, and most of the schemes offered are appropriate for the post-war era.
This body style should be familiar to long-time N-scale modelers, as it has been offered by a host of manufacturers. Roco (Austria) produced a model that was sold by Atlas, Minitrix and later by Con Cor. Bachmann's model was made first in Hong Kong, and later in China. Model Power offered a model made by Mehano (Jugoslavia) as well as a copy made in China. Sadly, the bulk of the paint schemes on these early models were too colorful or modern for the body style.
The chart below is separated into two sections; the first lists appropriate four-bay models, and the second lists the models that could stand in for three-bay cars. The manufacturers are indicated as follows: A= Atlas, B= Bachmann, C= Con Cor, E= Eastern Seaboard Models, M= Model Power, T=Minitrix
NORFOLK & WESTERN H2a HOPPER
BROADWAY LIMITED IMPORTS
The H2a hopper was the backbone of Norfolk & Western's hopper fleet in the transition era. First built in 1936, a few cars lasted into the early nineties. These eight-panel, three-bay cars had an inside length of 36'10" and a capacity of 2460 cubic feet. They were unique to the Norfolk & Western, though a few were leased or sold to other railroads. The Pennsylvania leased 2,000 cars in 1957, while the Baltimore & Ohio listed two small groups at different times. The Wabash and the Frisco also listed small groups of cars whose dimensions matched those of the H2a.
Broadway Limited Imports offers the H2a in N-scale in Norfolk & Western as well as for three other railroads that briefly operated H2a's. Most of the other road names offered are stand-ins for hoppers which are available in N-scale. The chart below lists H2a's and stand-in separately. For those who like to letter their own models (Or a second run by BLI), I've included an H2a series that BLI overlooked. I've also included USRA three-bay hoppers in the chart. These three-bay, eight-panel cars were about two feet longer than the H2a, and no model is available in N-scale
ATCHISON, TOPEKA & SANTA FE- The model is numbered for a small series of offset-side hoppers, models of which are available from Athearn and Bluford Shops
CANADIAN PACIFIC- This model represents CP's three-bay offset-side hoppers as repainted after 1958, models of which are available from Athearn and Bluford Shops.
CHICAGO & NORTH WESTERN- The model is numbered for a series of two bay cars with an inside length of 32'6". However, they would be a better stand-in for two series of 8-panel four-bay cars with an inside length of 39' numbered 60000-60999 and 62000-65003, so I've listed them in the chart below.
DENVER & RIO GRANDE- The model is numbered for a series of covered hoppers, however it most closely resembles the 3-bay 9-panel hopper available from Roundhouse and Athearn.
GREAT NORTHERN- The model is numbered for a series of hoppers built by the Canton Car Company. These two-bay cars had three wide panels and an inside length of 29' 10".
ILLINOIS CENTRAL- The model is numbered for a series of two-bay, eight-panel cars which had been rebuilt the forties. They were lengthened to an inside length of 41'3" and the sides had been lowered about a foot.
NEW YORK CENTRAL- The model represents the Central's large fleet of 14-panel hoppers, a model which is available from Bluford shops.
UNION PACIFIC- The model represents a series of Hart Selective type HK hoppers, a model which is available from Atlas.
THREE –BAY OFFSET-SIDE HOPPER
BLUFORD SHOPS, ATHEARN, ROUNDHOUSE and CON COR
The three-bay offset-side hopper design reigned supreme in the thirties and forties. They were operated by nearly every railroad, though a few large coal haulers never took the plunge, namely Pennsylvania, Norfolk & Western and Virginian. Though placing the sidewalls outside of the ribs increased capacity, the weight of the load tended to separate the walls from the ribs. By the late fifties the railroad industry had largely reverted to building ribbed hoppers.
This body style has been offered by Bluford Shops, Athearn, Roundhouse and Con Cor. The Bluford Shops model represents the standard AAR design of 1935, and should be an accurate model for most of the many road names offered. However, cars built prior to 1935 differ a bit, most notably in the end panels. In the 1935 design, the end panels taper gradually to the end of the car, while earlier cars had a shorter taper that provided a flat surface for the end ladders.
The Athearn hoppers were originally sold by Roundhouse and are models of earlier cars with a short taper. The ERIE and DL&W road names would be the most accurate for the model as most of the other road names offered represented the 1935 design. A few of the road names offered were stand-ins for other body styles as outlined below. Roundhouse cars are marked with an "R" in the A/R/C column.
Con Cor offered an offset-side hopper in the early days of N-scale which is also a model of an early short-taper car. This model doesn't have much to recommend it, as it is somewhat oversized, and the paint jobs are not the best. Most of the schemes are either too modern for the car or outright fantasies, so I've only included a few of the best in the chart below which are indicated by a "C" in the A/R/C column. Exceptions are as follows:
BELT RAILWAY OF CHICAGO- Bluford 73801 has a built date of 1/49, however, the cars had been sold to the Soo Line by 1952.
CHICAGO, TERRE HAUTE & SOUTHEASTERN- Athearn 5117 represents this Milwaukee Road subsidiary's four-bay offset-side hoppers; this scheme is not yet available from Broadway Limited.
NEW YORK CENTRAL- Roundhouse 8622 represents the Central's offset-side hoppers as repainted after 1954. Athearn 11979 is decorated in the right-hand reporting marks and number series of Central's sixteen-panel hoppers which are available from Bluford Shops. It's possible that some offset-side hoppers were painted in this scheme, but I haven't been able to confirm it.
UNION PACIFIC- The road numbers on Athearn 11983 are for a series of 90-ton ribbed hoppers; however, it would be a better stand-in for UP's type HK offset side ballast hoppers as repainted after the mid-sixties.
AMERICAN STEEL & WIRE- Bluford 73611 has a built date of 1/48, but I could find no reference to the company in my Equipment Registers.
UNITED STATES ARMY- Bluford 72461 has a three-panel lubrication plate dating it to 1982 or later, "USAX" cars were not listed in the Equipment Registers, but the index in the Registers indicated that the cars were for "Intra plant service".
AAR 70-TON RIBBED HOPPERS
ATHEARN and ROUNDHOUSE
By 1960, the offset-side hopper design had fallen out of favor, and car builders were again building hoppers with ribbed-sides. The AAR introduced a 70-ton hopper design which featured three-bays and nine-panel sides. Though it found acceptance by relatively few roads, the Chesapeake and Ohio amassed a large fleet of them.
Roundhouse produced this body style in N-scale in three variations, flat end, oval ends and peaked ends. Athearn acquired the Roundhouse tooling and currently offers this body style to N-scalers. Many of the schemes offered by both companies were stand-ins for other models or modern schemes that are outside the scope of this site. The chart below lists nine-panel cars and stand-in schemes separately. Those models with oval ends are indicated by an "O" in parentheses. For models with peaked ends, see the Norfolk & Western exceptions below.
ATCHISON, TOPEKA & SANTA FE- Roundhouse 86003 represents a series of 90-ton hoppers, a model available from Atlas and Micro-Trains.
CHESAPEAKE & OHIO- The C&O had the largest fleet of 9-panel hoppers. Athearn 11086 represents the first group of cars which did not include the "Progress" logo, while Athearn 24475 includes includes the logo. I don't know the exact proportion, but I believe the vast majority of the cars included the logo. Finally, Roundhouse 8641 represents C&O's fleet of USRA 8-panel hopper cars.
CHICAGO & NORTHWESTERN- Roundhouse 86001 represents a series of 90-ton hoppers, a model available from Atlas.
DETRIOIT & MACKINAC- I couldn't find any info on this car series; it had an inside length of 40'2", but a capacity of only 1,670 cubic feet.
NEW YORK CENTRAL- Roundhouse 86006 is numbered for Central's large fleet of fourteen-panel hoppers, a model available from Bluford Shops. It is decorated in a "patch" scheme that would have been applied in later years. The "NYC Color Guide" has a photo dated 1981. The model might also represent one of Central's 8-panel USRA hoppers as repainted in the late fifties, so I've included both in the chart below.
NORFOLK & WESTERN- All of the Athearn and Roundhouse models are numbered for N&W's H2a hopper, a model which is now available from Broadway Limited Imports. However, N&W inherited several series of nine-panel hoppers from the Virginian in 1959 which did not have peaked ends.
PENNSYLVANIA- Roundhouse 8604 represents Pennsy's H21 hopper, a model available from Bowser.
PITTSBURGH & LAKE ERIE- Athearn 17623 represents a series of 90-ton hoppers, a model available from Atlas.
READING- Reading's 1,000 nine-panel hoppers were delivered with the Anthracite logo in 1957. Roundhouse 89435 represents cars that were modified for special service. The models with blue end panels are numbered for a series of nine-panel cars that were equipped with fabric covers for raw-sugar service. The models with red end panels are numbered for a series of 90-ton hoppers that were in ore service, though I don't know how many cars in the series were so marked.
THE ROCK- The January 1979 Equipment Register listed 48 cars in ROCK series 510000-510249. They were originally built as Rock Island series 10000-10249, of which 186 remained.
St. LOUIS-SAN FRANCISCO- Roundhouse 86003 represents a series of 90-ton hoppers, a model available from Atlas and Micro-Trains.
SEABOARD AIR LINE- Roundhouse 86007 represents a series of 14-panel hoppers, a model available from Bluford Shops.
UNION PACIFIC- Athearn 24485 represents a series of slightly longer nine-panel hoppers built by Pressed Steel Car in 1949. They were renumbered to 16000-17949 in 1959.
PULLMAN STANDARD 2750 CU. FT. HOPPER
In the late fifties, Pullman Standard introduced its PS-3 hopper to replace the offset-side hopper. The loss of capacity caused by placing the sidewalls inside of the ribs was offset by a longer inside length of 42'10", producing a car with a capacity of 2750 cubic feet. In the sixties, the capacity was increased to 2960 cubic feet by increasing the height of the sidewalls. The PS-3 was purchased by few roads with only the Louisville & Nashville acquiring a sizeable fleet.
Atlas offers N-scale models of both versions, which are available with or without peaked ends for a total of four variations. In the chart below, the later versions are indicated by "2960" in the ROAD column, and "P" indicates cars with peaked ends.
FOURTEEN-PANEL HOPPERS
BLUFORD SHOPS
In 1956, the New York Central developed a version of the AAR 70-ton hopper which found favor with many railroads. The new hopper featured fourteen-panel sides, an inside length of 40'8" and a capacity of 2700 cubic feet.
Bluford Shops produced an N-scale model of this hopper, much to the delight of New York Central fans. Though there may be minor differences in details, all of the road names chosen are appropriate for the body style. Though I couldn't locate pictures to confirm several road names, the dimensions in the Equipment Registers match those of the car.
FORT DODGE, DES MOINES & SOUTHERN- I couldn't find reference to this model in any of my Equipment Registers, so they were likely used in maintenance of way service. The Bluford Shops ad for the car did say they hauled ballast for the Chicago & North Western, which absorbed the FDDM in 1968.
RICHMOND, FREDERICKSBURG & POTOMAC- Bluford Shops 14591 is numbered in the 8201-8300 series. Photos exist of both nine and fourteen panel cars in this series, and Equipment Registers don't provide any clues as to the quantities of each type.


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Q: Excel dynamic chart from a Pivot Table and static data I have data for three years. This years data 15/16 is updating each week. The previous two years data is complete and is static (no longer updating).
I can make a chart with all three years on a different series but I have to manually change the range each week to update the chart.
How can I make a chart that will map the two previous years and the current weekly data to one chart. Pulling data from this years pivot and the weekly totals from the last two years which are static data?
Thanks
Update:
After trying the suggestion to add "=iferror" as blank ("") the graph plots the rest of the year but the future dates appear as 0 on the graph, how can this be removed but keep the mapping for the rest of the year, so the graph is dynamic?

A: Easiest way to get a chart that updates automatically is to convert all of your data to a table (select your current table, go to the ribbon > Table, select "New"). Then have your chart read the data from the new table, and it will automatically update any new data points that are added, no need to manually adjust the data being grabbed each week. You just pull down the bottom right corner of the new table, and it incorporates the new data, and sends it to the chart.
That will take care of all the static information. This next step will take care of the dynamic data, might get a little tricky.
Basically, set up the next rows in the table to read directly from the pivot table (fill in the cell to say "=b20", "=c20", etc). If there's no data for a particular week, you'll have to either manually drag the new formula down week by week, filling in the table as you go (which, helpfully, will continue updating the chart)... or you can maybe try something with an "=iferror" function, where it fills in a "" if the cell is empty. Not so certain about that last option, but it's worth a try.
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Robertson slams Liverpool teammates after 1-1 draw against West Brom
By sai
The ongoing season of the English Premier League has been well and truly thrilling and entertaining at the same time. The league is full of surprises, plenty of twists and turns in the passage of play. Earlier, Liverpool was below Tottenham Hotspur in the points table.
Both the powerful teams locked horns with each other at Anfield on December 17. The Reds comprehensively got the better of the Spurs by scoring 2 goals. Since then, Jurgen Klopp's team has been the better side in the 2020-21 season.
The defending champions came under fire for their 7-2 defeat at the hands of Aston Villa. However, they sorted out their woes and got back to winning ways. Much to their decisive approach to the game, they are currently enjoying the first position in the points table.
Having played 15 games, the Reds secured 32 points and are just 2 points above their Merseyside rivals Manchester United. Liverpool won 9 games, lost just once, and played out 5 draws so far.
Liverpool made the headlines when they netted a ridiculous 7 goals against Crystal Palace in Selhurst Park for the first time in history. Salah and Firminho scored a brace while the likes of Mane, Minamino and Henderson scored a goal apiece.
Liverpool settle for a draw against West Brom
After impressive wins against Spurs and Palace, the Reds locked horns with West Brom at Anfield. Although many had predicted that the home side would grab all three points, there was a major twist.
Sam Allardyce was recruited as manager of struggling West Brom. The 66-year-old veteran returned to management for the first time in two-and-a-half years after being named as West Bromwich Albion manager.
West Brom are in the bottom zone and Sam was appointed to turn things around. He has maintained a sensational record of never having been relegated from the top-flight football.
Sam's team stunned the Reds by pulling off a 1-1 draw at Anfield. Sadio Mane opened the scoring for the hosts in the 12th minute. However, West Brom players never gave up.
Sam Allardyce was absolutely spot on with his tactics as his team fought till the end to secure a draw. Semi Ajayi scored a goal in the 82nd minute to deny Liverpool a win at their backyard.
Robertson slams his teammates
Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson launched a scathing attack on his teammates after a frustrating 1-1 draw against 19th placed West Brom. The defender insists his team did not deserve anything more than a draw against West Brom. The Reds had 80% possession but managed only 2 shots on target.
"Once you start going slack you get what you deserve," Robertson told Sky Sports after the match. "I think every one of us made a mistake in the second half which can't happen. It's something we've got to learn from. Credit to West Brom for the way they played in the second half," he added.
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