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Investment and Brexit from Tech London Advocates
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An interview with Russ Shaw, Founder of Tech London Advocates & Global Tech Advocates
Prepaid business card provider, Soldo, spoke with Russ Shaw as part of a series speaking to today's most influential digital disruptors. Russ Shaw founded Tech London Advocates in 2013 and Global Tech Advocates in 2015, to establish an independent voice in the technology sector, with a focus on private enterprise. Since then, he has been championing London as a global tech hub and campaigning to address some of the biggest challenges facing tech companies in the UK – diversity, digital skills, immigration, infrastructure and access to funding.
Tech London Advocates represents the interests of the tech community – and that includes fintech. So what are your members asking for?
First and foremost, the thing they are most concerned with is market uncertainty – because we've been in this Brexit holding pattern for three years. If you're a fintech business in particular, it will have an impact. If we're leaving the European Union and the digital single market, and fintechs want to maintain passporting rights to operate in the EU, they are going to have to open up an office in an EU country, or use something like Estonia's e-residency programme, in order to have access to the 27 markets that are part of the European Union.
When you step back and look at the bigger picture, all of the scenarios – soft Brexit, hard Brexit, no deal Brexit – have a potential impact on the sector, so I think entrepreneurs are looking for clarity and market certainty.
Within that construct, my assumption is that we are going to lose freedom of movement, even if we don't quite know when. And if you look at London's tech ecosystem, a key part of its success has been driven by overseas talent. Roughly one in five London tech workers is European; one in three is from overseas. So they make up a big portion of the ecosystem. And in the fintech space, if you look at companies like TransferWise, for example, one of our really successful tech unicorns; the two co-founders are from Estonia. Therefore, the sector is closely following developments in immigration policy.
Three types of Visas are important to the sector:
The first is the Tier One Visa – the Exceptional Talent Visa. On top of that, the Government has this year has created two new Tier One visas: the Startup Visa and the Innovator Visa. They come with a requirement for third party endorsers, which is something our government hasn't really done before, and which we applaud. However, we've learned that a number of those third party endorsers are not yet ready or have struggled to give their support, or frankly, a couple of them have been charging exorbitant fees. So we feel that those two new Visas are not yet fit for purpose.
Furthermore, the government has taken one visa away; the Entrepreneur Visa route was closed on March 29th. So I think the intention from the government has been right, but the implementation in the Tier One category is problematic.
The next category is the Tier Two Visa. This is important because it covers the bulk of the skilled talent that comes into the UK. Our main request here is for government to lift the annual cap of 20,700 on Tier Two Visas, implemented when Theresa May was Home Secretary.
Part of the problem is that those are not just for the technology sector; until last June, when we increased our campaigning around the issue, the tech sector was competing with the likes of the NHS. So our message to the government is to lift the cap, particularly with the current uncertainty.
Finally, we should also mention the Tier Four Visa. We've campaigned pretty hard to get overseas students to be able to stay in the UK for at least two years; and the government has now announced that the time that overseas students can stay after they graduate is being extended from six months to two years – so that's a good piece of news.
The flipside of this, of course, is home-grown talent. Because the tech sector, and fintech in particular, is hungry for skilled workers, we need to develop and nurture home-grown talent across the nation, bringing people into the sector who have studied STEM subjects.
That's the talent requirement. What else is the tech industry clamouring for?
Next is investment in the sector. I applaud the government on their initiatives; we want EIS and SEIS to continue, as they've been an important lifeblood for the community – particularly earlier stage businesses and especially fintech businesses.
Fintech has led the way in that the amount of investment in the sector continues to grow significantly, even in the Brexit environment.
The other piece of the equation, I would say, is around infrastructure. We have to deploy 5G networks across London and the UK in order to keep pace with China and the US, who are already at the rollout stage of 5G. We're behind the curve there – as is the rest of Europe. We must push aggressively for a 5G rollout, and that will certainly be largely driven by the private sector, but we want to make sure that government policy continues to be favourable to 5G network providers, whether that's through DCMS, Ofcom, or whomever.
At the very start of our conversation, you mentioned clarity. If I was a founder today, I would think that Brexit was creating anything but clarity. Is the UK still attractive to startups?
Well, we've heard from many startups and scale-ups that many EU nationals here have returned home, because they didn't like an environment where they felt that EU nationals were not welcome or they were unsure what was going to happen with settled status. On top of that, recruiting EU nationals to come to the UK has been virtually impossible. Why would you come here if you don't know what your status is going to be?
I say to businesses: you are going to have to think about your position. But don't lose your HQ from the UK. The fundamentals here are strong. This is still a really good country in which to do business. It's relatively easy to set up a business here. And if you have to shut it down, that's relatively straightforward too, whereas in France or Germany it's nigh on impossible.
If necessary, open an office in Amsterdam, Paris, Dublin or Berlin so that you know that you can operate in the EU – but don't close your London HQ. It's sad that this means many fintechs will be hiring talent there instead of here, but the uncertain market environment is certainly driving some of these decisions.
The big banks have left value on the table that you may not see in other markets. That is catnip to a disruptor. You can experiment here; you can try out a variety of business models, and yet it's a mature market and a well regulated environment.
What is the investor temperature at the moment for fintech?
I see a lot of optimism from investors coming into the fintech space here: with the disruptors and the challengers obviously, but also in areas like digital payments.
I look at the full-service banks here: they've got issues around their legacy infrastructure and many of them have not yet built what I would call a truly full-stack offering that could potentially be disruptive. That leaves an opportunity not just for the startups and scale-ups, but for some of the big tech companies. Players like Amazon and Apple are looking at the UK market and the weaknesses of some of the full-service banks, and they see an opportunity to build a full-stack equivalent. It is also the reason why challenger brands like Monzo and Starling have done so well.
Investors also see a track record of success from Series A through to exit. They see Funding Circle, World Remit, TransferWise, WorldPay, Monzo and Revolut. The list goes on and on…
Finally, from the investor side, and coming back to the Brexit discussion, valuations are pretty good. If there's a positive strength to Brexit, it's that Sterling has dropped significantly from where it was three years ago and might drop even more. Watch out for M&A, because more money is going to come in to the UK fintech sector. Some of these businesses are going to be acquired because the valuations of these businesses in comparison to other EU countries or to the US look pretty attractive.
I also sense that we have a really mature customer base, customers who are prepared to try things out. A major launch like Apple Pay, instead of completely displacing other players, creates demand for all sorts of subsidiary plays…
Yes – and a sophisticated customer base of people from all ages and all backgrounds wanting to experiment. I started my career in financial services, trying to get young people to engage in banking and insurance; and it was a nightmare, because for most of them it's boring or simply not relevant. But my 25 year old son loves Monzo. He says they make banking interesting and exciting. The same is true of Revolut. These brands have started to make financial services appealing.
I believe there's still a digital divide, but a sizable enough part of the population is embracing digital financial services to make us a really exciting country. But unlike the US, China or India, you're not in a massive market where you need to build a lot of infrastructure or recruit heavy talent. We're just an advanced and sophisticated market of 65 million people. Despite our current trials, that still makes the UK a wonderful place to operate.
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London-based cocktail bar Scout will close its Shoreditch venue this September and re-open at a new site in Hackney.
Scout will open at its new site in Hackney on Tuesday 11 September.
The ground floor bar will replicate Scout, while the basement will see the launch of a second venue, called Gold Tooth.
The subterranean bar will showcase founder Matt Whiley's kegged cocktail company and have a strong focus on art, showcasing renowned London-based artist The Rugman's artwork.
Whiley is hoping the aesthetic and focus of the bar will remain the same, with sustainability and seasonal produce from the British Isles at its heart. The drinks menu will include 12 of Scout's current cocktails, as will some of its signature ferments, beers and wines.
The new venue on Graham Road will have a slightly larger capacity with 40 covers and also include a kitchen.
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namespace mojo {
namespace edk {
namespace {

// Declare a test options struct just as we do in actual public headers.

using TestOptionsFlags = uint32_t;

static_assert(MOJO_ALIGNOF(int64_t) == 8, "int64_t has weird alignment");
struct MOJO_ALIGNAS(8) TestOptions {
  uint32_t struct_size;
  TestOptionsFlags flags;
  uint32_t member1;
  uint32_t member2;
};
static_assert(sizeof(TestOptions) == 16, "TestOptions has wrong size");

const uint32_t kSizeOfTestOptions = static_cast<uint32_t>(sizeof(TestOptions));

TEST(OptionsValidationTest, Valid) {
  {
    const TestOptions kOptions = {kSizeOfTestOptions};
    UserOptionsReader<TestOptions> reader(&kOptions);
    EXPECT_TRUE(reader.is_valid());
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, flags, reader));
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member1, reader));
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member2, reader));
  }
  {
    const TestOptions kOptions = {static_cast<uint32_t>(
        offsetof(TestOptions, struct_size) + sizeof(uint32_t))};
    UserOptionsReader<TestOptions> reader(&kOptions);
    EXPECT_TRUE(reader.is_valid());
    EXPECT_FALSE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, flags, reader));
    EXPECT_FALSE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member1, reader));
    EXPECT_FALSE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member2, reader));
  }

  {
    const TestOptions kOptions = {
        static_cast<uint32_t>(offsetof(TestOptions, flags) + sizeof(uint32_t))};
    UserOptionsReader<TestOptions> reader(&kOptions);
    EXPECT_TRUE(reader.is_valid());
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, flags, reader));
    EXPECT_FALSE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member1, reader));
    EXPECT_FALSE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member2, reader));
  }
  {
    MOJO_ALIGNAS(8) char buf[sizeof(TestOptions) + 100] = {};
    TestOptions* options = reinterpret_cast<TestOptions*>(buf);
    options->struct_size = kSizeOfTestOptions + 1;
    UserOptionsReader<TestOptions> reader(options);
    EXPECT_TRUE(reader.is_valid());
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, flags, reader));
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member1, reader));
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member2, reader));
  }
  {
    MOJO_ALIGNAS(8) char buf[sizeof(TestOptions) + 100] = {};
    TestOptions* options = reinterpret_cast<TestOptions*>(buf);
    options->struct_size = kSizeOfTestOptions + 4;
    UserOptionsReader<TestOptions> reader(options);
    EXPECT_TRUE(reader.is_valid());
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, flags, reader));
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member1, reader));
    EXPECT_TRUE(OPTIONS_STRUCT_HAS_MEMBER(TestOptions, member2, reader));
  }
}

TEST(OptionsValidationTest, Invalid) {
  // Size too small:
  for (size_t i = 0; i < sizeof(uint32_t); i++) {
    TestOptions options = {static_cast<uint32_t>(i)};
    UserOptionsReader<TestOptions> reader(&options);
    EXPECT_FALSE(reader.is_valid()) << i;
  }
}

// These test invalid arguments that should cause death if we're being paranoid
// about checking arguments (which we would want to do if, e.g., we were in a
// true "kernel" situation, but we might not want to do otherwise for
// performance reasons). Probably blatant errors like passing in null pointers
// (for required pointer arguments) will still cause death, but perhaps not
// predictably.
TEST(OptionsValidationTest, InvalidDeath) {
#if defined(OFFICIAL_BUILD)
  const char kMemoryCheckFailedRegex[] = "";
#else
  const char kMemoryCheckFailedRegex[] = "Check failed";
#endif

  // Null:
  EXPECT_DEATH_IF_SUPPORTED(
      { UserOptionsReader<TestOptions> reader((nullptr)); },
      kMemoryCheckFailedRegex);

  // Unaligned:
  EXPECT_DEATH_IF_SUPPORTED(
      {
        UserOptionsReader<TestOptions> reader(
            reinterpret_cast<const TestOptions*>(1));
      },
      kMemoryCheckFailedRegex);
  // Note: The current implementation checks the size only after checking the
  // alignment versus that required for the |uint32_t| size, so it won't die in
  // the expected way if you pass, e.g., 4. So we have to manufacture a valid
  // pointer at an offset of alignment 4.
  EXPECT_DEATH_IF_SUPPORTED(
      {
        uint32_t buffer[100] = {};
        TestOptions* options = (reinterpret_cast<uintptr_t>(buffer) % 8 == 0)
                                   ? reinterpret_cast<TestOptions*>(&buffer[1])
                                   : reinterpret_cast<TestOptions*>(&buffer[0]);
        options->struct_size = static_cast<uint32_t>(sizeof(TestOptions));
        UserOptionsReader<TestOptions> reader(options);
      },
      kMemoryCheckFailedRegex);
}

}  // namespace
}  // namespace edk
}  // namespace mojo

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This Accessibility Policy and Plan are drawn up in compliance with current legislation and requirements as specified in Schedule 10, relating to Disability, of the Equality Act 2010. School Governors are accountable for ensuring the implementation, review and reporting on progress of the Accessibility Plan over a prescribed period.
We are committed to providing an accessible environment which values and includes all pupils, staff, parents and visitors regardless of their education, physical, sensory, social, spiritual, emotional and cultural needs. We are committed to challenging negative attitudes about disability and accessibility and to developing a culture of awareness, tolerance and inclusion.
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Improve access to the physical environment of the school, adding specialist facilities as necessary. This covers reasonable adjustments to the physical environment of the school and physical aids to access education.
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Tropical Storm Irene presented Mané Alves of Vermont Artisan Coffee & Tea with a dilemma: He could rebuild his factory, which would require him to elevate all his machinery out of the floodplain, or he could look for a new location. He chose the latter option and selected a spot on Cabin Lane Road off Route 100, next to the Green Mountain Club's visitor center. The new location gave him the opportunity to open a café where he could not only sell his coffees and teas but also allow visitors a glimpse into the coffee-making process. The European-style coffee bar is open weekdays from 7am to 5:30pm and on weekends from 8am to 5:30pm.
Born in Portugal, Mané's background is in the wine industry. He moved to Vermont from California after marrying his wife Holly and in 1995 founded Coffee Lab International. Mané would like people to view coffee the same way they see wine, and the café allows him the opportunity to facilitate that process. He believes people are starting to develop more sophisticated palates for this country's favorite beverage, and he hopes consumers will learn to order coffee based on its country of origin or varietal.
"We have some really expensive coffees that would be impossible to sell by the pound," he says. "We roast them in small batches, and people experience them by the cup. The coffee is brewed in front of you, and the baristas explain where it came from and the process." Those visiting the café also have the opportunity to walk through the building and see how coffee is made. Those "factory" tours have become a very popular part of the business.
Mané's Coffee Lab International was the first laboratory to be certified by the Specialty Coffee Association. At his initial location, he taught a course on coffee tasting (referred to as the Q course), but at the new location, students can also learn roasting, cupping, brewing, and how to become a barista, with different teachers providing instruction over the course of several days. For more casual customers who want to spend time learning about the process, classes ranging from two to three hours are available on weekends.
The café offers a variety of coffees and teas as well as Caff Draft; a coffee drink infused with nitrogen; it looks like a black beer and is very popular in the summer. Initially Mané hoped to have a baker on the premises, but he has been purchasing pastries from others and just rented out the area designated for the baker to Whistle Pig for their tasting room. He's hoping to add a new line of coffees infused with alcohol to sell at the café, but that plan is on hold while he pursues licensing. Another very popular item is an espresso-based drink, and Mané says he has had to educate customers that espresso is a method of extraction, not a roast level.
Mané buys his coffee directly from farmers, and every few years he visits the coffee producers so he can talk with them directly. He purchases beans from countries in Central and South America, Africa, and Asia. Vermont Artisan Coffee & Tea currently offers between 15 and 20 different varieties. Because he purchases from across the globe, the coffees are always fresh and the beans harvested at their peak.
Mané says the café goes through between 250 and 300 bags of coffee a week with tourist season in the summer being the busiest time. He would prefer not to sell retail because traditional 10-ounce coffee bags are not environmentally friendly. At the café, people often buy in bulk, so he can put the coffee in paper bags, something that can't be done at retail locations. Mané is hoping that a compostable coffee bag will be developed, and if so, he'll happily make the switch. That environmental ethos extends to the new building, which receives 98 percent of its power from the sun and includes solar carports. It's heated by wood pellets, also locally sourced.
At a recent roasting class, Mané taught some people who were talking about opening their own roastery, but that doesn't bother him at all. "If I can't compete against people I'm teaching, I shouldn't be in business," he says. "That's a healthy way to keep yourself on your toes and walk the walk." We'll raise our coffee mugs to that!


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Q: scanf() curious behaviour! I recently stumbled upon a curious case(atleast for me, since I hadn't encountered this before)..Consider the simple code below:-
int x;
scanf("%d",&x);
printf("%d",x);

The above code takes a normal integer input and displays the result as expected..
Now, if I modify the above code to the following:-
int x;
scanf("%d ",&x);//notice the extra space after %d
printf("%d",x);

This takes in another additional input before it gives the result of the printf statement.. I don't understand why a space results in change of behaviour of the scanf().. Can anyone explain this to me....

A: From http://beej.us/guide/bgc/output/html/multipage/scanf.html:

The scanf() family of functions reads data from the console or from a FILE stream, parses it, and stores the results away in variables you provide in the argument list.
The format string is very similar to that in printf() in that you can tell it to read a "%d", for instance for an int. But it also has additional capabilities, most notably that it can eat up other characters in the input that you specify in the format string.

What's happening is scanf is pattern matching the format string (kind of like a regular expression). scanf keeps consumes text from standard input (e.g. the console) until the entire pattern is matched.
In your second example, scanf reads in a number and stores it in x. But it has not yet reached the end of the format string -- there is still a space character left. So scanf reads additional whitespace character(s) from standard input in order to (try to) match it.

A: From the man page:

The format string consists of a sequence of directives  which  describe
         how  to  process  the sequence of input characters.  If processing of a
         directive fails, no further input is  read,  and  scanf()  returns.   A
         "failure"  can  be either of the following: input failure, meaning that
         input characters were unavailable, or matching  failure,  meaning  that
         the input was inappropriate (see below).

   A directive is one of the following:

   ?      A  sequence of white-space characters (space, tab, newline, etc;
      see isspace(3)).  This directive matches  any  amount  of  white
      space, including none, in the input.

A: man scanf

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     A sequence of white-space characters (space, tab, newline, etc.;
     see isspace(3)).  This directive matches  any  amount  of  white
     space, including none, in the input.

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Gold prices are moving in a range amid mix sentiments in the global economy. The weak earnings in the United States coupled with the progressive trade talks between U.S-China to end long-standing bilateral disagreement between two significant economies are pulling strings in gold.
The Gold spot (XAU) is moving in a range from $1280 to $1300 over last few trading sessions, with various ups and down emerging in the range amid global events such as the Brexit issue, U.S-China trade talks, Eurozone crisis, etc.
In the recent scenario, gold prices soared from the level of $1284.59 (Day's low on 5th April 2019) to the present level of $1297. The jump in gold prices toward the upper band of the range was due to the fall in the dollar prices. The dollar index fell from the level of 97.47 (Day's high on 5th April) to the present level of 97.32 amid the adjustment to weak earnings in the domestic market despite low unemployment.
The U.S. Weekly Unemployment Claims declined to 202k for the last week of March against the market expectation of 215k and previous month's level of 212k. The fall in unemployment exerted pressure on gold prices previously, and gold slipped till approx. $1284 (as on 5th April).
Although, Unemployment Rate remained steady at 3.8% for March, but a decrease in Average Hourly Earnings in the domestic market coupled with no improvement in unemployment rate denoted slow conditions in the U.S. domestic economy and exerted pressure on dollar prices. The Average Hourly Earnings in the U.S. declined to 0.1% in March against 0.4% in the previous month.
With economic conditions in the United States presenting looming signals again, gold prices are extending gains. In the backdrop of this, a gold miner on the Australian Stock Exchange just presented the production update for March quarter.
Resolute Mining Limited (ASX: RSG) announced production update for March quarter on 8th April 2019. As per the company, the gold production for March 2019 quarter was at 98,105 ounces of gold, up by 33% as compared to the production in December 2018 quarter, which was at 24,414 ounces of gold.
As per the company, the gold production from its Syama prospect surged by 50% to 84,552 ounces of gold in the March 2019 quarter, which also marked the site record for quarterly output.
The high production requires either high-grade from quality projects or high reserves through extensive exploration. As per the company, its high production was mainly due to the high grade of gold from its new mine at Tabakoroni and above budget recoveries achieved from accelerated mining at the Syama satellite operation, which provided the high-grade ores to the Syama oxide mill and allowed the company to stockpile significant oxide ores.
The Ravenswood prospect of the company produced 13,554 ounces of gold, which is down by 22% as compared to the December 2018 quarter. However, the high production from the Syama prospect indemnified the slight production loss caused by the limited ore supply from Mt Wright and regional weather impacts.
As per the company, it is well on its path to reach the production guidance of 300Koz of gold for the financial year 2019 with an All-in-sustaining-cost of A$1280 per ounce. Resolute Mining recently presented its annual ore reserves and mineral resources statement.
With gold prices changing the trend and moving towards the upward range limit, high production could be advantageous for the company to realize high sales proceeds and strengthen its balance sheet.
The stock of the company closed the day's trading at A$1.255 (as on 8th April 2019), up by 7.73% as compared to its previous close.


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SDVoE, NETGEAR Partner on Ethernet Switch With Integrated HDMI
HDMI input and output modules plug directly into NETGEAR M4300-96X 10G Modular Managed Switches
The What: At ISE 2019 (Stand 3-B150), the SDVoE Alliance will debut what it says is the world's first implementation of HDMI connectivity within an Ethernet switch.
The What Else: The solution features HDMI input and output modules that plug directly into a NETGEAR M4300-96X 10G Modular Managed Switch, with the aim of eliminating the need for standalone encoders and decoders to support in-rack video sources and destinations.
"SDVoE is transforming the matrix by replacing the expensive 'big iron' at the core of a matrix switching system with an efficient Ethernet switch," said Justin Kennington, president of the SDVoE Alliance. "The last advantage for the traditional matrix switch was its ability to support native HDMI for in-rack sources. This new class of product, leveraging NETGEAR's unique modular Ethernet switch, eliminates any benefit to the old matrix switch. And now let's talk about density: 48 to 96 ports, with any mix of inputs and outputs in 2RU. Your inflexible 32x32 matrix is at least five times that size."
The Bottom Line: To take complexity out of AV-over-IP deployments, NETGEAR created the SDVoE-ready M4300-96X Modular Managed Switch that is preconfigured for AV and multicast "Zero Touch" network configuration. Users select the combination of HDMI, copper, PoE+, and fiber M4300-96X port expansion cards that fit requirements, insert the cards, connect SDVoE encoders and decoders, and power on the switch. SDVoE systems with symmetric input-output configurations are supported such as 48x48, but asymmetric solutions such as 24x72 are just as easily accommodated.
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Hotel Mapp is design and built by renowned architect. There are only 21 rooms in the hotels. The white structure has become a new landmark in the area. Large French window and balcony, each room is designed to the details. The concept is to blend into the city yet provide a quiet and comfortable shelter. The name Mapp which actually means the map of the traveler is to create the experience of traveling. The idea is used in every design and decoration. The hotel hopes to become more than just a place to stay but an experience and memory of every traveler.
The superb location and elegant design, Hotel Mapp is the new ideal accommodation in Taichung. It is different from other hotels. It's more than hotel. It is an experience. The ESME diner on the second floor provides delicious meals and desserts. Free bike rental and hospitable service, Hotel Mapp offers the warmest and most modern Taichung accommodation. Now with online booking, you can experience Taichung with Hotel Mapp.


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Funeral Services 10:30 a.m. on Monday, September 14th, 2009 John R. Boyle Mr. John R. Boyle, 69, of Mine Hill passed away Wednesday, September 9th, 2009 at Overlook Hospital, Summit, following a short illness. Resident of Mine Hill for 41 years, moved here from Newark, where he was born and raised. He recently purchased a vacation home in Port Orange, FL. Mr. Boyle was born in Newark. He worked as a Senior Estimator at Torcon Inc., Westfield, and retired in 2004 after seven years there and forty years in the construction industry. He attended the Blessed Sacrament School in Newark. He was a member of the Blessed Sacrament Junior and Senior Drum and Bugle Corps for ten years. Member of the Antique Automobile Car Club and proud owner of a 1925 Mercer Raceabout which has been in his family since 1938 and he has owned for fifty-two years. He was an active member of the Mine Hill Fire Department for the last thirty-nine years, serving as Fire Chief in 1982, and also a member of the Exempt Fireman's Association. He was also an avid gardener, swimmer and neighborhood handyman. Survived by Carol, his beloved wife of twenty-eight years; three daughters Carolyn Lassell and her husband Steve of East Stroudsburg, PA, Yvette Litts and her husband Ron of East Stroudsburg, PA, Deborah DePue and her husband Fred of Budd Lake, step-daughter Denise McMillan and her husband Rod of Dowingtown, PA, step-son Rick Post and his wife Janel of Rockaway Boro. Also survived by six grandchildren Raymond, Sara, Eric, Christopher, Luke and Jackson and also survived by his twin brother Robert Boyle and his wife Rita of Maplewood. Funeral Services will be held at Tuttle Funeral Home, 272 State Route 10 West, Randolph, at10:30 a.m. on Monday, September 14th, 2009. Visitation Sunday, September 13th, 2009, 1 - 5 p.m. at the funeral home. (www.tuttlefh.com) Interment at St. Mary's Cemetery, Dover. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to The Mine Hill Fire Department, Route 46, Mine Hill, NJ 07803.


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This website is dedicated in loving memory to Curtiss Sherman Johnson Jr.
Curtiss S. Johnson Jr. of West Shore Ave., Groton Long Point, CT died September 4th at his home with his family at his bedside. He was born in Hartford, CT, March 27, 1925. Curt attended school in Westport, CT, Guilford CT, and at Yale. He enjoyed spending his summers working on a farm in Cummington, MA during his teen years.
He then served in the US Marine Corps in the South Pacific during WW II. Returning from the War, he apprenticed for Naval Architect Winthrop (Wink) Warner of Middletown, CT. Curt's first commission was to design the Chester Ferry which is still in service on the Connecticut River. He went on to become Chief Engineer at the Standard Knapp division of the Emhart Corporation in Portland, CT.
the birth of innovation
Curt's love of sailing and mechanical aptitude led him to start C. Sherman Johnson Co in 1958. This was at the time when boats were going from wood to fiberglass and hardware went from brass and bronze to stainless steel. Curt was on the cutting edge designing all kinds of new fittings in stainless steel, which led to numerous patents for his simple yet innovative designs of marine and architectural hardware.
A man of the community
Curt and his wife, Elsie, were married for 53 years and made their home in Middle Haddam, CT for 45 years. They enjoyed spending their summers at Groton Long Point, CT. During this time Curt served on many community boards and committees. His interests were wide and varied; he served as Commodore of the Middletown Yacht Club, and was a member of the Baldwin Bridge Yacht Club, the Essex Yacht Club, Off Soundings, the Groton Long Point Yacht Club and the Ram Island Yacht Club. His memberships also included the Stonington Country Club, Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport, Mystic Seaport Art Gallery. He was one of the founders of the Connecticut River Museum, in Essex, CT.
The legacy lives on
When Curt retired in 1998, he wanted nothing more then to have his two sons take over the business which we run today with the help of the 3rd generation grandsons, Sam and Max. Our father and founder is greatly missed, but Dad left our family with a great legacy in C. Sherman Johnson Co.


The ATS651LSH is a mechatronics component with an integrated Hall-effect Sensor IC and rare-earth pellet, providing an easy-to-use solution for speed and direction sensing applications. The solid thermoset molded plastic package contains a samarium cobalt pellet and a Hall-effect IC optimized to the magnetic circuit. This device has been designed specifically for high reliability in the harsh automotive environment. The IC employs patented algorithms for the special operational requirements of transmission applications. This two-wire device communicates the speed and direction of a ferromagnetic target via a pulse width modulation (PWM) output protocol. The innovative dual differential detector scheme uses three Hall elements and two separate signal processing channels. This provides greater reliability than conventional designs. Because only one of the channels controls switching, the same edge of each tooth is used for determining output signals, in both forward and reverse target rotation, with direction information available on the first magnetic edge after a direction change. By Allegro MicroSystems, Inc.
This is one package pinout of ATS651LSH,If you need more pinouts please download ATS651LSH's pdf datasheet.
This is one application circuit of ATS651LSH,If you need more circuits,please download ATS651LSH's pdf datasheet.


I spotted quite a few White-tailed Jackrabbits recently on the Colorado plains but as usual, they took off running before I could even come to a stop. This guy thought he would be clever and hunkered down among some sagebrush not too far off the road. A rising sun behind him lit up those big old ears like a beacon though, effectively negating any camouflage he had.
Although this picture doesn't convey it, these rabbits are very large. I kind of find them a bit disturbing, like something out of a horror flick.


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Los Angeles is an ever-changing city. New businesses will come in and more buildings will be constructed. In many causes, a property owner will team up with a developer, creating a joint venture. This can be a very successful partnership; however, this is dependent on the terms of the agreement and the ultimate goal of the project. In some cases, this can be a very complex and high-risk venture, making it vital to fully understand the venture in its entirety and what rights one has when issues occur.
Entering a joint venture
A joint venture may seem like a great opportunity, and it can be. Nonetheless, there are risks to a property owner in these ventures, even when a well known and successful developer is a party to it. In simple terms, a joint venture is when a property owner and a developer team up. Together, they form a limited liability company or LLC to develop a project. This means that the property owner contributed their land to the venture while the developer typically contributes their expertise and sometimes money as well.
When a mortgage loan is sought for the project, the joint venture will have to put up its property, which includes the land of the property owner, as collateral. In these matters, it is often easier for the developer to find financing, as they didn't have to pay acquisition costs; however, this means much risk is placed in the hands of the property owner.
Risks of a joint venture
When the project goes well, it is often the property owner that will make out, making more money through the outright sale of the land. In contrast, if the project fails, the lender for the project will likely foreclose. This means that the joint venture will lose everything it owns, including the project and the land put up for collateral.
There are options to reduce these high risks for property owners. One option is to structure the joint venture agreement so that if the developer fails, he or she will lose their interest in the joint venture. However, the landowner will remain while a new developer steps in. This can be a difficult term to negotiate but it is possible.
Entering a joint venture can be a very lucrative business opportunity; however, it is also when that comes with risks and complex real estate law issues. Thus, it is important to fully understand the agreements in place and what options are available if the agreement is breached or a issue makes the venture impossible to continue.
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Wisconsin State Capitol boarded up, National Guard mobilized following violence at US Capitol
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MADISON, Wis. (CBS 58) – Windows at the state Capitol were boarded up Monday as a "precautionary measure" following violence at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
Gov. Tony Evers also authorized the Wisconsin National Guard to support Wisconsin's Capitol Police. Members of the Wisconsin National Guard will mobilize to state active duty to support safety and security efforts at the State Capitol in Madison.
In a statement, a Department of Administration official told CBS 58 the boards were being put up to increase security to the building.
"In keeping with proactive cautionary measures happening at state houses throughout the country, the Department of Administration's Facilities Management team will be boarding exterior ground floor windows at the State Capitol beginning today," Molly Vidal said in a statement to CBS 58.
Developing: Wooden boards are being installed on windows on the state Capitol. An official says it's part of "proactive cautionary measures" statehouses across the country are doing after violence at the U.S. Capitol last week and potentially more activity in coming days. pic.twitter.com/giSnt9d1PM
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According to a news release from Gov. Evers' officer, the mobilized troops are part of the Wisconsin National Guard Reaction Force, which consists of troops trained to respond to requests for assistance on short notice. The Wisconsin National Guard will serve in a support role to local authorities and conduct a site security mission.
"Once again, our state has asked our Citizen Soldiers in the Wisconsin National Guard to answer the call to keep our state, its citizens, and its institutions safe," said Maj. Gen. Paul Knapp, Wisconsin's adjutant general. "We ask a lot of our troops who must take leave from their civilian employers and their families, and I'm proud of the sacrifices they make on a daily basis to serve their fellow citizens."
The mobilized troops will serve in a State Active Duty status in support of the Capitol Police. To protect operational security, the Wisconsin National Guard will not discuss troop numbers, movements, timelines, equipment, tactics, or procedures.
The actions come after violence at the U.S. Capitol that left five people dead.
The FBI and Twitter both said there was active online discussions about violent activities occurring at government buildings across the country, including courthouses and state capitols.
"You know it's really unfortunate that this is the world that we're living in," State Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R – Oostburg) told CBS 58. "Any type of violence is unacceptable so I'm going to condemn any violence, whether it's Republicans or Democrats, it just needs to stop right now."
Democrats place blame on President Donald Trump's rhetoric.
"[President Trump] just gives a carte blanche to just go and do it as if it's some sort of right to go and to destroy and break into buildings," Senate Minority Leader Janet Bewley said in an interview. "I don't think that most people who want to demonstrate have any ideas like that in mind. But with words like that from the president other people are just going to go and join the fray."
In addition to boarding up the Capitol, there has been an increased presence of law enforcement from different agencies in and around the Capitol building.
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Established by Daniel Arsham and Alex Mustonen, this Brooklyn-based collabo has been lighting up the design scene with their innovative and thoughtful art and architectural installations. Their 90sf Box/Box build-out, a design/build pied-à-terre whose walls are adorned with various shades of grayscale ping-pong balls, was recently recognized in Fast Co. Design (and Gizmodo, The New York Observer and Curbed, to name a few more) for its innovation, style, and incredibly economical delivery. According to their website, the interest of Snarkitecture is not to make buildings per se, but rather "lies in working on designs within existing spaces or collaborating with other architects and artists on existing projects". This approach allows this dynamic duo to "make architecture do things that it is not supposed to do."
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Q: select column from list I have a List<string> where are stored database table column name.
I need to select only this column (where name is stored into list) from a c# linq query.
Is possible?
I Try this code but I don't know how I can place in select:
I try this code
items = items.ToList();
            _items.Add(new FieldItem() { FieldName = "field1" });
            _items.Add(new FieldItem() { FieldName = "field2" });
            _items.Add(new FieldItem() { FieldName = "field3" });
            _items.Add(new FieldItem() { FieldName = "field4" });

            _db.Table.Where(a => a.TimeStamp > DateTime.Now.AddHours(-1)).Select(....);

Thanks

A: Get Dapper via NuGet.
After that put in using in your code:
using Dapper;

And you're good to go. All you would need to do now is(using the example you have posted):
using (YourDbContext _db = new YourDbContext())
{
    return _db.Database.Connection.Query($"SELECT {string.Join(",", _items.Select(if => if.FieldName))} FROM Table WHERE TimeStamp > @TimeStamp;", new { TimeStamp = DateTime.Now.AddDays(-1) });
}

This methods would return IEnumerable which would have all of your fields. The results can be casted into IDictionary where the key is your column name and the value is the actual value.
So for instance, if we were to get the first row in the results with First(), we could access the field values like this:
var value = ((IDictionary<string, object>)result.First())["column_name"];

A: Finally, I use reflection.
In string list are stored property name.
Get a property by name, and get it's value.
In this way get all PropertyInfo for a class:
PropertyInfo[] propertyInfos;
propertyInfos = typeof(MyClass).GetProperties(BindingFlags.Public |
                                              BindingFlags.Static);

When property name match, update property value with:
property.SetValue(child, parentProperty.GetValue(parent));

Isn't an optimized solution, but works.


Vietnam luxury tours can add a little extra to your time in the country for the most enjoyable all-round experience. Vietnam is a fascinating mix of colonial cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, luxury hotels, bright lights and golden beaches. Additionally, there are the indulgent spa resorts for a completely relaxing experience.
Why visit Vietnam on a luxury tour?
A luxury stay in Vietnam will deliver the best in sensational Vietnamese cuisine, boutique hotels and tropical beaches. A stunning off the beaten track destination is the pristine beaches of Phu Quoc that are set peacefully in the Gulf of Thailand. Visitors get to appreciate the sandy beaches, tropical jungle and aqua water. A break from the hotel gives access to the natural beauty of the nearby national park with its wildlife and walking trails.
Alternatively, there are the colonial cities like Ho Chi Minh City that still has the luxury aspects, but ups the tempo and gives the opportunity to appreciate the unique blend of Asian and European history.
Ho Chi Minh City is a major city with plenty of luxury hotels that provide a first-class service and delicious local cuisine.
A city tour gives the option to appreciate the everyday life of the local people, as well as many of the local attractions. A great place to start is the Saigon Opera House that hosts entertainment activities and high-profile events. A visit to the Duc Ba church gives the option to explore an ancient cathedral with its neo-Romanesque style architecture and sacred atmosphere.
Other great places of interest include the War Remnants Museum and Independence Palace.
Phu Quoc Island can easily make a dream destination on a luxury Vietnam vacation. Over time this island has built a reputation as a premier spot with instant access to 5-star luxury resorts with activities like golf and casinos.
The most practical time to enjoy the luxury stay on Phu Quoc Island is between November and April – although the peak travel time is between December and March.
Water-based activities in Phu Quoc are extremely popular with plenty of aerial, ocean and land tours related to trekking, bird watching, fishing, scuba diving and hiking. Other attractions include the world-class golf courses, safari zoo and large amusement park.
For the most relaxed time, the shopaholic is certain to appreciate the limitless options to find high-quality local goods from around the world.
Additionally, to experience the very best tours to Vietnam, the local must-see attractions to visit include the ocean sunsets, trekking through the national parks, visiting sacred temples, discovering historic prisons and relaxing on one of the many beautiful beaches.
A visit to Vietnam's capital city, Hanoi is certain to be included on a well planned luxury tour of the country. Hanoi is an ancient and bustling city with narrow alleyways and tree-lined boulevards.
Top hotel stays include the JW Marriott Hotel, La Siesta Diamond Hotel and Legend Metropole.
There are plenty of places to visit on a luxury tour such as the Old Quarter which is great to appreciate on a cyclo and explore the maze of streets. While navigating the area, there is the option to discover the local delicacies by taking in the street food scene.
Elsewhere there is the Museum of Ethnology, the one-pillar pagoda, the Ho Chi Minh Complex and other places that can help to expand the knowledge on the local history and culture of the country.
In the evening a great final activity is to book a seat for the family to watch a performance of the traditional Vietnamese water puppet show.
Additionally, for the adults on the luxury small group tours Vietnam there are several high-end bars throughout the city that offers a unique range of special drinks and cocktails to enjoy.
Halong Bay is a 3 hour scenic drive from Hanoi and a perfect place to visit to witness the souring limestone outcrops in the emerald waters.
A luxury overnight cruise is the best way to explore the seascape with its famous caves and islands. One of the largest caves is Sung Sot which is well worth visiting, as well as the local fishing villages to see first-hand the daily activities and traditional culture of the local people.
Activities on board a luxury cruise can include Vietnamese cooking lessons, snorkelling, swimming and kayaking.
Even though it will cost a lot more than a common 1 night, 2 day cruise, the luxury cruise offers a more feature rich tour experience that delivers on both memorable events and full comfort.
The Con Dao archipelago gives the opportunity to experience something different to other parts of the country. This is an area of barren, rustic beauty that is perfect for relaxing on the Vietnam luxury tours, as well as activities like scuba diving with its untouched coral rich in marine life.
The archipelago is located off Vietnam's south-east coast and consists of a total of 15 islands. It was formally used as a penal colony for the French and later by the Americans. Several of the prisons are still present, but in dilapidated form and now a tourist attraction.
One of the largest islands in the chain of islets and islands is Con Son, which is a wonderful destination for a luxury stay with plenty of elegant and stylish accommodation options.
A luxury trip to Vietnam is a lot more memorable and meaningful when it is combined with a variety of local experiences. Additionally, there is such a varied range of travel destinations and terrain that is it very easy to tailor the luxury itinerary to match the specific needs.


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Main Title Theme Song 'Frightening Fishes' from Apple TV+'s 'Shrinking' Released
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Posted: June 23, 2022 by filmmusicreporter in Film Music Albums
Tags: Dean Fleischer-Camp, Disasterpeace, Marcel the Shell With Shoes On, Rich Vreeland, score, Soundtrack
Lakeshore Records will release the official soundtrack album for the live-action/animated comedy Marcel the Shell with Shoes On. The album features the film's original music composed by Disasterpeace (aka Rich Vreeland) (It Follows, Triple Frontier, Under the Silver Lake). The soundtrack will be released digitally tomorrow, June 24. Visit Amazon or any other major digital music services to stream/download the album. Marcel the Shell with Shoes On is directed by Dean Fleischer-Camp and stars Jenny Slate, Isabella Rossellini, Rosa Salazar, Thomas Mann, Fleischer-Camp himself and Lesley Stahl. The movie is based on the short films and New York Times-bestselling books of the same name and follows a down-and-out documentary filmmaker who moves into an Airbnb and quickly discovers that he's not alone. The comedy premiered at last year's Telluride Film Festival and is being released in select theaters this weekend by A24.
Here's the album track list:
1. Marcel (2:47)
2. Tender Backhoe (3:11)
3. A Keen Sense (2:53)
4. A Broad Spectrum (1:22)
5. Popcorn (0:58)
6. Paper Lanterns (1:41)
7. The Mantle Plan (2:05)
8. Grain of Sand (1:50)
9. Paper Curtains (1:40)
10. Cucumber Butterflies (1:49)
11. Changing Seasons (5:03)
12. On Real Life (2:24)
13. Afresh Afresh (1:47)
14. Rings of Grain (1:18)
15. Everything Bagel (1:20)
16. Recent Buds (1:24)
17. A Family Reuniting (1:20)
18. A Family Reunion (2:29)
19. The Sound of Myself (1:18)
20. Be Odorant (2:40)


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"Suspended" by the Powers that Be...
You, yes you, can now watch George Rogers'
game-clinching fumble against the Bulldogs
in 1980 from our Digital Network for as little
as $3.99!
On Saturday morning, I had received a couple of emails asking why my blog had disappeared. This disturbing development was certainly news to me, but sure enough, I visited my site and it had indeed been removed since early Friday. I finally got it restored yesterday morning.
I did some digging and found out that there was a very good reason for my blog's disappearing act: I had committed a major violation and because of it, I was being punished by the powers that be!
It seems that the 40 or so videos of old Bulldog games I had posted on YouTube over the last one-and-a-half years and embedded into my blog posts were committing copyright infringement. XOS Digital - a division of XOS Technologies, Inc., and the group behind the SEC Digital Network - has apparently been on a mission to rid the Internet of any video depicting members of the SEC. They finally caught up to me a few days ago, and in the process, got rid of every last one of my 40+ freakin' videos that I spent hours cutting up and preparing!
Suddenly, without any sort of notification or warning of my wrong doing, my blog was temporarily removed, all of my videos were wiped out, and my YouTube account was suspended.
I got my blog back and that's what really mattered to me the most. Losing the videos isn't that big of a deal; however, there was an audience (albeit, a small one) that enjoyed watching my old clips of the Bulldogs from yesteryear. Now, because Jake Scott, the "Junkyard Dogs," Herschel Walker, Scott Woerner, Terry Hoage, Garrison Hearst, etc., played for SEC member Georgia, their videos can no longer be posted; XOS Digital will have none of it.
I can no longer share my clips with the Bulldog Nation, but am forced to watch them by my lonesome (and I mean all alone -- strangely, my wife doesn't enjoy reliving the 1976 Florida game with me). However, if the Bulldogs were a member of the Big Ten, for example, the videos would remain on my blog and up at YouTube for the few viewers that actually wanted to watch them.
Also, how ironic is it that the SEC Digital Network, who emailed me countless times a year or so ago wanting me to post its "SEC Video Zone" (or whatever the hell it was) on my blog (which I actually did for a short period before I noticed it was slowing down my site) is run by the same group that reported to YouTube all of my "infringing acts"? Bunch of squealing bastards...
One quick look at the SEC's site and I notice it has one of my favorite old Bulldog classics "on demand" -- the 1980 Georgia-South Carolina game. Before you could go to YouTube, or my blog, and view clips from this game. Now, you still can view the clips from the very same game via the SEC Digital Network, but it's gonna cost you: $3.99 to rent, $6.99 to own.
Now, I get it. It's all about the almighty dollar. And folks that already have plenty of them, only want more. Oh, well. You live and learn -- that is, me and numerous others, who were not looking to make any money, but simply enjoy video clips of our favorite SEC teams from the past and present.
On a positive note, I'm nearly finished with my Georgia-Florida manuscript, so I should have more free time beginning next week to dedicate to my now video-less blog.
Just Another Lost Lead...
In four seasons from 2008 through 2011, Coach Richt and company reached a mark
higher than Georgia did during the entire 25 seasons of the Coach Vince Dooley era...
...but it certainly isn't a mark to be proud of.
It recently dawned on me that Georgia's loss to Michigan State in the Outback Bowl was surely the third or fourth setback the Bulldogs endured the last several years after it led its opposition by double digits in the second half.
I did a little research, and sure enough, the loss to the Spartans was Georgia's fourth in the last four seasons after leading by 10 or more points in the second half -- a "lost lead," so to speak. During the four-season period, the Bulldogs had no "comeback wins," or the contrary -- trailing by 10+ points in the second half only to rally for a victory.
Georgia's comeback wins and lost leads under Coach Richt:
2002: Trailed Auburn by 11 in 2H but won
2004: Trailed South Carolina by 10 in 2H but won
2006: Trailed Colorado by 13 in 2H but won
2006: Led Tennessee by 10 in 2H but lost
2006: Trailed Virginia Tech by 18 in 2H but won
2007: Trailed Vanderbilt by 10 in 2H but won
2008: Led Georgia Tech by 16 in 2H but lost
2009: Led Kentucky by 14 in 2H but lost
2010: Led Colorado by 10 in 2H but lost
2011: Led Michigan State by 16 in 2H but lost
So, what does this all mean? Since it's such a small sampling, initially, I thought probably little. Although I did believe it was somewhat alarming that Richt had 5 comeback wins and 1 lost lead in his first 7 seasons, but was 0 and 4 the last four. More so, Georgia's four lost leads starting with Tech in 2008 have resulted during its total of 17 losses during that time, meaning for nearly 1 out of 4 of the Bulldogs' setbacks beginning with the Jackets in '08, Georgia actually had a double-digit lead in the second half.
During the 288-game Dooley era, Georgia lost just three
games after leading by 10+ points in the second half.
Interestingly, TWO of those losses came in the Bulldogs'
two appearances in the Astrodome: the 1978 Bluebonnet
Bowl vs. Stanford and pictured against Houston in 1967.
What about Georgia's previous head coaches? Maybe the fact that Richt has suffered a lost lead several years in a row isn't that much of a big deal in comparison?
Not so much. In 44 seasons from 1964 through 2007, the Bulldogs never suffered a lost lead in back-to-back seasons, much less one FOUR years in a row.
DOOLEY (25 seasons, 288 games): 13 comeback wins, 3 lost leads
GOFF (7 seasons, 81 games): 4 comeback wins, 2 lost leads
DONNAN (5 seasons, 59 games): 5 comeback wins, 3 lost leads
RICHT (11 seasons, 144): 5 comeback wins, 5 lost leads
More telling, in 519 games from 1964 through 2007, Georgia lost just 9 games where it led by 10+ points in the second half (1 in 58 games) compared to 4 lost leads in 53 games from 2008 through 2011 (1 in 13 games).
At first, I thought comparing coaching eras in this regard might be completely apples-to-oranges... Supposedly, offenses are far more sophisticated these days than they were during Dooley's time for example, and more points are scored in games. So, a double-digit second-half lead nowadays is far less "safe" than it was say 30-40 years ago. This argument might have some significance; however, major college teams averaged 21.2 points per game in 1968 for example, compared to only a slight increase to 24.4 points nearly 40 years later in 2006.
Anyway, no matter how many total points are scored, if a team has a double-digit lead in the second half, I don't care if it is the year 2011 or 1911, it shouldn't lose the game.
A closer look at the Richt era reveals...
From 2001 through 2007 (91 games), Georgia led by 10+ points in the second half of 62 games, suffering just 1 lost lead. The Bulldogs trailed by 10+ points in the second half of 16 games, rallying for 5 comeback wins.
From 2008 through 2011 (53 games), Georgia led by 10+ points in the second half of 32 games, but endured 4 lost leads. The Bulldogs trailed by 10+ points in the second half of 14 games, rallying for ZERO comeback wins.
How is all of this significant? In my opinion, the problem lies in exactly what this blog and 1,000 others have been declaring since the Bulldogs started their demise in 2008, whether its poor conditioning, complacency, or so-called "energy vampires" within the program. I was under the impression these issues were beginning to be controlled, which they probably and hopefully are, and perhaps the second-half collapse to Michigan State was a mere hiccup -- just another lost lead in the Bulldogs' improvement process.
Regardless, what occurred just twice in seven seasons of a dark Ray Goff era has resulted in each of the last four years... and that doesn't say much for the current coaching regime.
As the 2011 college football season officially ended last night, I realized that I'm just about over the Bulldogs ending their campaign in very disappointing fashion. I've basically forgotten that Georgia simply handed another victory to an opponent, which is exactly what I was afraid might happen.
Still, I cannot seem to get Blair Walsh and particularly his first failed field-goal attempt in overtime against the Spartans out of my head.
As one who is passionate about the history of UGA football, I've imagined how historic, memorable, and almost fitting it would have been if Walsh had made his first overtime attempt - a kick I actually thought was good until the very last moment. After recording two of the greatest seasons ever by a Georgia placekicker, here's a player who had struggled all year and yet on his final field-goal attempt as a Bulldog, he not only wins the Outback Bowl but sets the SEC's all-time career scoring record in the process.
Alas, as we all know, Walsh's kick instead missed, he later set the record on an attempt to force another overtime, and his final and second-most important field-goal try as a Bulldog was blocked, ending the placekicker's Georgia career.
What I can't seem to get out of my head is how did it come to this? What on earth happened to Blair Walsh this season?
How does a former All-American, who missed as many field goals in two years combined that you can count on one hand, miss 14 attempts in a single season?
During the season, I heard that Walsh is surely "rattled," or simply put, there must be "something in his head." But surely and simply there must have been something more to it than just that...
Look, I have no place-kicking experience. The last time I kicked a ball in organized sports, it was a soccer ball, and that was way back in middle school, and my kick probably went astray and out of bounds. Also, I realize that Blair is a college kid in his early-20s, so just about anything is possible. In addition, I'm a firm believer in until you walk a mile in a man's shoes, it's difficult to judge him.
However, this is beyond baffling:
In 2009, Walsh made 20 of 22 field goals, or 90.9 percent. Of the 52 players in FBS football to attempt at least 20 field goals that season, Walsh's 90.9 percent was tied for the SECOND best in the nation.
In 2010, Walsh made 20 of 23 field goals, or 87.0 percent. Of the 44 players in FBS football to attempt at least 20 field goals that season, Walsh's 87.0 percent was the FIFTH best in the nation.
In 2011, Walsh made 21 of 35 field goals, or only 60.0 percent. Of the 43 players in FBS football to attempt at least 20 field goals this season, Walsh's 60.0 percent was tied for the SECOND WORST in the nation.
In my research and work over the years, I've nerdily looked over and analyzed more statistics than I care to recall, and I've hardly ever observed something quite like this: a near first-to-worst player at his position - one of the best placekickers in the country instantly becomes arguably the worst.
You would have to believe that if Georgia had some sort of coach specifically for the special teams unit and/or for kickers, it would have only helped Walsh. Granted, the Bulldogs didn't have such an assistant in 2009 and 2010 when the placekicker was at his best; however, a special teams coordinator, or the like, on Georgia's sidelines in 2011 could have only provided assistance to Walsh during his apparent meltdown.
For 21 seasons from 1974 to 1994, Bill Hartman was a volunteer kicking coach at Georgia. The placekickers under the former Bulldog standout is like a who's who of the greatest kickers ever at UGA: Allan Leavitt, Rex Robinson, Kevin Butler, Steve Crumley, John Kasay, Todd Peterson, and Kanon Parkman. From 1974 through 1994, Bulldog placekickers made better than 70 percent (70.3) of their field-goal attempts. During the same time period, the remaining kickers in all of major college football were nearly 10 percent less accurate (61.1). Assuredly, Hartman had something to do - even if it was only the slightest - with this remarkable difference in accuracy.
I realize the NCAA eliminated volunteer coaches nearly 15 years ago, and Georgia doesn't have a full-time special teams coach because Coach Richt takes the same approach as his mentor, Bobby Bowden, and divides the special teams amongst position coaches.
For 2011, it's my understanding that offensive line coach Will Friend was responsible for coaching the PAT and field-goal kicking unit. Friend may have been an All-SEC lineman for Alabama in 1997, but I seriously doubt the one-time 6-foot-2, 275-pound offensive guard attempted many PATs or field goals in his time.
More than two months ago, when asked if he ever considered a full-time special teams coach, Richt said he "looked at it" but "if you have a guy that does only special teams, all of the sudden you're robbing a position from the offense or defense."
Coach, desperate times call for desperate measures, and whether you have to rob, steal, or cheat, something needs to be done for next year regarding Georgia's special teams - perhaps a new approach from the old-school way of Bobby Bowden.
Specifically, whether Walsh was coached by Friend, had his own personal kicking coach, or wasn't coached at all, it simply did not work in 2011; whatever was "in his head" evidently stayed there the entire season with no assistance for escape.
An All-Time Favorite
Win, lose, or draw, the 1978 WONDERDOGS are one of the most favorite Bulldog teams of all time
Over the holidays, a friend of mine mentioned that the 2011 Bulldogs, even if they were to lose their bowl game today, were one of his most "favorite" Georgia football teams of all time; a squad with a coach on the supposed "hot seat" starts off 0-2, only to win 10 consecutive games and capture the SEC East. What's there not to admire?
When asked of their "favorite" Georgia team, it has been my experience that often Bulldog fans, instead of mentioning the elite and championship teams of the past, will declare a group that more so overachieved and/or endured adversity to succeed. Examples of such overachieving Bulldogs include the 1975 Junkyard Dogs, the season after Herschel in 1983, Operation Turnaround in 1991, and the 2005 SEC champs.
In addition, there were the 1978 Wonderdogs - perhaps the best example in Georgia football history of underdogs turned topdogs.
Entering the 1978 season, the Bulldogs were actually forecasted to be even worse than the losing 5-6 team from the year before. In the preseason, one media outlet predicted that Georgia's game with Vanderbilt would decide which school was the 9th and 10th-best squad in the 10-member SEC. Reportedly, the only probable victory on the schedule was a meeting with the Virginia Military Institute - a Division I-AA opponent - in early November.
Nevertheless, Georgia achieved an unfathomable 9-1-1 regular-season record and came within an eyelash of capturing an SEC title. Within the first five games of the year, the Bulldogs remarkably defeated three opponents - Baylor, Clemson, and LSU - as decided underdogs. For the entire season, four of the nine victories by the Underdogs to Wonderdogs were by a scant one- or two-point margin.
Ranked 7th nationally in the UPI Poll, Georgia headed to the now-defunct Bluebonnet Bowl at the Astrodome in Houston. The Wonderdogs were facing Stanford and Coach Bill Walsh's high-flying offense, and once again - this time by more than a touchdown - the Bulldogs were underdogs:
In the 1978 Bluebonnet Bowl, one truly had to wonder about the Wonderdogs. During the regular season, Georgia had overcome deficits in the fourth quarter four times to rally for three victories and a tie at Auburn. Included was a 29-28 win over Georgia Tech, where the Bulldogs trailed 20-0 at one point.
After pulling off the biggest comeback victory in school history in its regular-season finale, Georgia suffered its biggest blown lead of all time the very next game, dropping a 25-22 decision to Stanford after the Bulldogs had led 22-0 in the third quarter.
After averaging just 329 yards of total offense for the year, Georgia gained more than 500 on Stanford. On the contrary, the Cardinals (and, yes, the nickname had an "s" back then, unlike today, but still referred to the color and not the bird), who entered with the fifth-highest ranked offense in the nation, was held to roughly 100 yards below their regular-season average.
Notably, after losing a school-record 35 fumbles during the 1977 season, Georgia decided to switch from the Veer offense to the I-formation. The change was a success as the Bulldogs lost just 16 fumbles in '78. However, in the Bluebonnet Bowl, the old epidemic emerged as Georgia lost five fumbles to the Cardinals - ALL of them in the second half.
Also sporadic was the performance of Rex Robinson. During the year, the sophomore placekicker was nearly perfect, missing just two kicks (29 of 29 PAT, 15 of 17 field goals). However, in the Astrodome against Stanford alone, Robinson missed four (1 of 3 PAT, 1 of 3 field goals).
As Robinson has mentioned before, part of his problem that day 33 years ago, like many performances in bowl games, was being removed from a routine during the off period between the regular season and postseason.
It's little wonder college football bowl games were initially treated and regarded as merely exhibitions.
Anyway, despite resulting in a loss, I found some good clips - ALL of them in the game's first 35 minutes - of a band of overachieving Bulldogs that I mostly only knew of beforehand from my research. Personally, and for what it's worth, the 1978 Wonderdogs are probably my "favorite" Georgia football team of all time - and similarly to the attitude of my aforementioned friend - even if they did lose their bowl game.