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logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)

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Q: Moderation: can a moderator also have a main effect? For my research, participants will have to read an article that either talks positive or negative about the colonial past of their country. In addition, we expect that their level of ideology (on a continuous scale) will have a moderator effect. So:

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*DV: evaluation of colonial history

*IV: article (positive, negative)

*moderator: ideology

However, I'm already struggling to set up the hypothesis: I expect that the moderator will influence the effect of the article on the participants' evaluation of their colonial history. But what about the main effects? My intention tells me that the ideology will also have a main effect on the DP, but if I understood correctly, usually the main effects of a moderator are not really considered (only the main effects from an IV). Any suggestions? Is it 'allowed' to do a hypothesis which says that there's an moderation effect, but also a main effect? I don't really want to change my design as I have it already discussed with my supervisor.

A: If I am reading your question correctly, then yes, that's a moderator effect and yes, you should include it as a main effect as well.
Your model would be:
Evaluation = Article tone + ideology + article tone*ideology
In statistics, moderation is another word for interaction and it is almost always a good idea to include both parts of the interaction as main effects.
It is possible that I am misunderstanding your question, though.  You should look into mediators and make sure that you really mean moderation and not mediation (it's easy to get confused).

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Antal Dunai (ur. jako Antal Dujmov, 21 marca 1943 w Garze) – piłkarz węgierski grający na pozycji napastnika. W swojej karierze rozegrał 31 meczów w reprezentacji Węgier, w których strzelił 9 goli.

Kariera klubowa
Swoją karierę piłkarską Dunai rozpoczynał w juniorach klubu Baja Bácska Posztó. Następnie przeszedł do Pécsi Dózsa i w sezonie 1961 zadebiutował w nim w pierwszej lidze. W 1965 roku odszedł do Újpesti Dózsza z Budapesztu. Grał w nim do 1976 roku. Wraz z Újpestem siedmiokrotnie był mistrzem Węgier w latach 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 i 1975. Trzykrotnie zdobył z nim Puchar Węgier (1969, 1970, 1975). W 1969 roku wystąpił w przegranym finałowym dwumeczu Pucharu Miast Targowych z Newcastle United (0:3, 2:3). W sezonach 1967, 1968 i 1970 był królem strzelców węgierskiej ligi (strzelił w nich odpowiednio 36, 31 i 14 goli).

W 1977 roku Dunai odszedł z Újpesti Dózsza do Debreceni VSC. W latach 1979-1980 występował w klubie Chinoin, a swoją karierę kończył w 1981 roku w austriackim 1. Simmeringer SC.

Kariera reprezentacyjna
W reprezentacji Węgier Dunai zadebiutował 25 maja 1969 roku w wygranym 2:0 meczu eliminacji do MŚ 1970 z Czechosłowacją, w którym zdobył gola. W 1972 roku zajął z Węgrami 4. miejsce na Euro 72. Na tym turnieju zagrał w dwóch meczach: półfinałowym ze Związkiem Radzieckim (0:1) i o 3. miejsce z Belgią (1:2).

W swojej karierze Dunai dwukrotnie wystąpił na letnich igrzyskach olimpijskich. W 1968 roku na igrzyskach w Meksyku zdobył złoty medal, a w 1972 roku na igrzyskach w Monachium - srebrny. Od 1969 do 1973 roku rozegrał w kadrze narodowej 31 meczów i strzelił 9 goli.

Kariera trenerska
Po zakończeniu kariery piłkarskiej Dunai został trenerem. Prowadził takie zespoły jak: Xerez CD, Real Betis, CD Castellón, Zalaegerszegi TE, Real Murcia, Levante UD, Veszprémi SE, olimpijska kadra Węgier i Debreceni VSC.

Bibliografia

Reprezentanci Węgier w piłce nożnej
Węgierscy medaliści olimpijscy
Węgierscy trenerzy piłkarscy
Piłkarze Pécsi MFC
Piłkarze Újpestu FC
Piłkarze Debreceni VSC
Trenerzy piłkarzy Realu Betis
Trenerzy piłkarzy Levante UD
Trenerzy piłkarzy Debreceni VSC
Medaliści Letnich Igrzysk Olimpijskich 1968
Medaliści Letnich Igrzysk Olimpijskich 1972
Królowie strzelców Pucharu Europy i Ligi Mistrzów UEFA
Urodzeni w 1944

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IELTS Essay Task 2, March 2018: Plan Detailed Activities for Leisure Time.
Leisure time plays a pivotal role in physical and mental well-being of an individual. Some people think that it should be properly planned since this helps in optimum utilization of time. Others believe it should be randomly allocated so that people can explore diverse activities and rejuvenate themselves. I agree with the former view.
A well-planned schedule of leisure activities ensures efficient utilization of time. Firstly, a person can benefit from a leisure activity only if sufficient energy is devoted to it for a long period of time. For instance, parents these days prefer that their children should learn a foreign language, a musical instrument or a professional sport during free time instead of watching television or playing a game. This requires regular commitment and dedication which are possible only through proper planning of leisure activities.
On the flip side, leisure activities can be a source of creativity and rejuvenation only if they are unplanned. Various studies have proved that leisure activities are meant to break the cycle of monotony and organised work. If these activities are planned and organised to achieve certain goals, they will never refresh themselves for greater productivity in work. Some corporations such as Google have created play areas within their offices where employees can do random activities to get a break from monotony of professional work.
In conclusion, I think a person should organise his leisure time to achieve better results. Leisure time is not meant for rejuvenation; however, to carry out certain non-professional and productive activities. An engineer, for instance, should plan about learning painting so that he can develop his personality. Lack of planning will prevent this development.
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I am Dolly Parton
by Brad Meltzer | 27 May 2022
Categories: Health & Beauty Pop Culture Music Film Popular Trends
An instant New York Times Best Seller! The legendary country musician, reading advocate, and philanthropist Dolly Parton is the 28th in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8. (Cover may vary) This book spotlights Dolly Parton, known for her beloved country songs, who has also sent over 150 million free books to children through her Imagination Library. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: A timeline of key events in the hero's history Photos that bring the story more fully to life Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable Childhood moments that influenced the hero Facts that make great conversation-starters A virtue this person embodies: Dolly Parton's love is seen in everything she does. You'll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!
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Black and white is such a classic combination.
It can never go wrong, whether its photography, movies or creativity.
It just creates magic. So here I am with my creation with this beautiful Combo.
I took a spiral bound note book.
Adhered a black cardstock as the base.
Edged with Black fabric lace and White MS double scallop Punch.
and black and white Joy craft Flourish.
Wow, what a fabulous project, your black and white design is awesome. Thank you for sharing your work with all of us at Crafty Boots Challenges.
Gorgeous alteration, so stylish. Thanks for joining in at Crafty Boots Challenges this time.


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I've been writing this post in my head, on and off, for months. Parts of it, probably years. It's time i just hit publish.
So, HELLO! Welcome! Welcome back? Whether you're a friend or a new reader, I'm happy you're here. We've got a lot to talk about. So, let's dig in.
LIFE HAS KINDA SUCKED LATELY.
I'll follow that with…but there's a light at the end of the tunnel.
This blog was formed to talk about that struggle, and more importantly focus on that light.
Which brings me to the purpose of the redesign and refocus of this site.
Over the last 8 years or so, I've flirted with blogging. Nothing serious. Always a hobby. I've blogged about my beloved Houston and Texas, events, social media, fitness, cooking, music, even blogged about blogging. I've never really hit a stride with anything that felt like I had something of value to offer, or that someone else wasn't already doing better. Blogs got to be very noisy for me after a while and I honestly just stopped reading them all together.
So I'll preface that with this: I don't consider this a "blog" at least in the traditional sense. But maybe you do. And I'm OK with that, too. I hope to share advice, experience, and my journey. But mostly, I want to share the research I have been doing, directly or indirectly, over the past few years.
After a series of personal, professional, health, marriage, family and wellness events in my life, I feel like I've come to a point that it's time to use my voice to help and heal. To share my story with you in hopes that it will help your journey.
As I'm digging more into my holistic well-being, I'm realizing just how much of my physical and mental struggle have to do with my genetic makeup, and how my multiple Autoimmune diagnoses have affected all areas of my life. Certainly, there are isolated issues in my life that were not originated by Autoimmune issues, but my health has certainly affected those issues.
AIM to be your best version of optimal wellness.
Yoga, eating healthy, Autoimmune disease, fitness, marriage, therapy, recovery, paleo eating and cooking, Autoimmune Protocol, Functional Medicine, baby food! All are topics you might find here. But I want to be careful not to structure things too much. I want to be free to see where this goes.
Especially if an Autoimmune disease is affecting you. This site is for you. Curious about Autoimmune diseases? This site is for you, although I am not a medical expert. I can only speak from my experience.
I want to share what I've learned, and want to share in your journey of discovery.
I'll be sharing more in the coming weeks and look forward to hearing your stories as well.
So excited about this, as a fellow AIM sufferer. Can't wait!
I am so proud of your strength and courage. You are one amazing woman.
Love it! I can't wait to see how AIM well will help me with my autoimmune journey!
I have Sjögren's syndrome. I have been diagnosed last march and since then I have been reading so much about it!
Will be good to know I'm not alone struggling in the autoimmune world!


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Q: Interface with implementation without abstract class? I am writing a library and I want to have an interface
public interface ISkeleton
{
    IEnumerable<IBone> Bones { get; }
    void Attach(IBone bone);
    void Detach(IBone bone);
}

The Attach() and Detach() implementation actually should be the same for every ISkeleton. Thus, it could essentially be:
public abstract class Skeleton
{
    public IEnumerable<IBone> Bones { get { return _mBones; } }

    public List<IBone> _mBones = new List<IBone>();

    public void Attach(IBone bone)
    {
         bone.Transformation.ToLocal(this);
         _mBones.add();
    }

    public void Detach(IBone bone)
    {
        bone.Transformation.ToWorld(this);
         _mBones.Remove(bone);
    }
}

But C# doesn't allow multiple inheritance. So among various issues, users have to remember to inherit from Skeleton every time they want to implement Skeleton.
I could use extension methods
public static class Skeleton
{
    public static void Attach(this ISkeleton skeleton, IBone bone)
    {
         bone.Transformation.ToLocal(skeleton);
         skeleton.Bones.add(bone);
    }

    public static void Detach(this ISkeleton skeleton, IBone bone)
    {
        bone.Transformation.ToWorld(this);
         skeleton.Bones.Remove(bone);
    }
}

But then I need to have
public interface ISkeleton
{
    ICollection<IBone> Bones { get; }
}

Which I do not want, because it is not covariant and users can bypass the Attach() and Detach() methods.
Question: Must I really use an abstract Skeleton class or are there any or tricks and methods?

A: If you need to expose the Attach and Detach methods in your interface, there is always a way to bypass your intended implementations, as all objects implementing the interface can implement them on their own style.
You can let the abstract class Skeleton implement ISkeleton and all classes which are Skeletons do inherit from Skeleton, thus they implement ISkeleton as well.
public interface ISkeleton { ... }

public abstract class Skeleton : ISkeleton { ... } // implement attach and detach

public class SampleSkeleton : Skeleton { ... }

This way you can use your SampleSkeleton as ISkeleton, you don't have to implement these functions as long as you inherit from Skeleton and marking the methods as sealed does not allow overriding them (as long as they are instance methods).
On a side node: Do name your abstract class with Base at the end or mark the base class somehow else (but this is surely up to you).

A: I would make bones a special type that implements IEnumerable<T>. That way it doesn't violate the single responsibility principle.
public interface ISkeleton
{
    AttachableEnumerable<IBone> Bones { get; }
}

public class AttachableEnumerable<T> : IEnumerable<T>
{
    // implementation needed.
    void Attach(T item);
    void Detach(T item);
}

A: If you want to wrap ISkeleton behaviour, you could always make it a composite object instead of inheriting the behaviour:
public class Body : ISkeleton
{
    private SkeletonImpl _skeleton = new SkeletonImpl;

    public IEnumerable<IBone> Bones { get { return _skeleton.Bones; } }

    public void Attach(IBone bone)
    {
        _skeleton.Attach(bone);
    }

    public void Detach(IBone bone)
    {
       _skeleton.Detach(bone);
    }
}

A: May be you just have to use sealed methods on abstract Skeleton class?
This way they can't be overriden.
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa645769(v=vs.71).aspx

A: You can create a wrapper class which implements the 'Attach' and 'Detach' methods and inject this Functionality to your Interface.


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Martin Kaymer's week at Pinehurst was absolutely crazy, and you can read all about it by going to my recaps at theScore, but there were also tons of great moments to remember like the one above with Payne Stewart's daughter Chelsea reenacting her father's famous pose. Check out the best GIFs and photos from the U.S. Open at Pinehurst.
Rickie Fowler's Payne Stewart knickers tribute.
Martin Kaymer's tennis ball training aid.
This sums up Rory's week.
Justin Rose with the flub and #TourSauce.
ESPN killing time with a salad bowl.
Brandt Snedeker can't get out of a deep bunker.
Incredible bunker shot by Rickie Fowler.
Kevin Tway gets really unlucky with hitting the pin and rolling into the bunker.
Jimmy Roberts stares into your soul.
Ryan Moore had some steam on that hole out.
Kenny Perry holes out from the native area.
Phil Mickelson with the slow-mo out of the sand.
Kaymer drives the green on the par-4 3rd.
Slightly unfair result for Rory here. Great shot.
Zach Johnson aces the par-3 9th and then celebrates with the fans.
Trou Taniguchi shot 88 on Saturday.
Ken Duke had to putt into a bunker from here.
Marcel Siem's outfit may have been ugly, but Bubba giving fashion advice?
Sergio hits a sprinkler head.
I don't think Phil could have hit this any lower.
Justin Rose's tribute to Payne on 18.


A great pair of headphones makes a huge difference on your mixing and production. Studio headphones are great for getting clear tones and instrumentation, especially as studios can get pretty loud.
Let's take a look at our pick of the Best Studio Headphones you can buy!
Though Sony has been kind of overrun by many other companies when it comes to professional headphones, the MDR7506s are still a good choice, having much to offer at an affordable price.
Featuring a sturdy design, these should last you for quite some years. The design of choice was closed back, and we have to say that they feel surprisingly comfortable.
The 40mm drivers deliver a solid sound, up to 106dB, more than enough for everyday use. As they weigh only 230g, having them on your head all day won't leave you with a sore neck.
Having a gold plated 3.5 on the end of a coiled cord adds to a nice look, as well as a slightly finer sound.
Sony claims that these headphones provide a nice and flat response. However, we found that the highs pop out a bit more than expected. The mids and lows, on the other hand, were pretty much accurate, making the MDR7506 a nice option as headphones for mixing.
The MDR7506 are the go-to Sony studio monitor headphones, especially if you're on a tight budget. Definitely offering more than most other cheap studio headphones, these will give you a good audio image of your mixing work.
As the big brother of the very popular DT150, the DT770 PRO from Beyerdynamic is a clear win in the category of the best studio monitors under 200.
The clean and minimalistic design of these headphones complements the audio quite nicely. Though the plastic that holds the ear pieces is a bit flimsy, working with these in a studio, where they won't endure much stress shouldn't be a problem at all.
The padding and the surrounding cloth makes these feel nice and tight, comfortable to wear for prolonged periods of time, without any heating up.
The amazing frequency response, going as low as 5Hz and as high as 35kHz makes the DT770 PROs one of the best mixing headphones out there. The low end feels amazing, though it is a bit more pronounced, it is pretty accurate.
By having all of the mentioned features, great audio, nice design, and being very comfortable, the DT770 PROs are a sure recommendation as one of the best monitor headphones under $200.
Stepping up from the previous models, the SRH 1540 by Shure is one premium choice when it comes to best quality headphones. But how do they perform in the studio?
The first thing you might notice about these bad boys is that they are no standard plastic headphones. The material of choice here was airplane- grade aluminum, giving them both amazing durability and a sleek look.
Even though they are made of metal, the SRH 1540s are fairly light. At 286 grams, with a padded headband and cushion style earcups, these headphones are amazingly comfortable to wear.
Getting the mids and highs right is fairly easy amongst headphones in this price range, while the low end can be a problem as it requires more space to resonate. The SRH 15540s, however, don't have a problem with providing the user with enough bass.
Shure has once again shown that they know their business. Their SRH 1540s offer not only premium build quality but balanced and natural sounding audio. We would recommend these as one of the best studio monitor headphones if the around $500 price point isn't a problem for you.
Though we previously explained why we prefer closed back headphones to open back ones, we felt that including the Sennheiser HD600s was only fair.
Highly regarded as one of the best headphone brands, Sennheiser opted for an open back design for these puppies. Though there is certainly going to be some audio leak in and out of these headphones, the rest of the specs definitely make it worth.
The body is made of plastic, and the mesh that covers the open back is metal. As expected from Sennheiser, comfort isn't questioned, wearing these the whole day won't leave you with a nasty headache.
Paying attention to all the details, the cable is an oxygen- free- copper one, with extra kevlar reinforcing, and can also be detached, for easier transport.
Popping these on your head immediately gives you the clear impression of them being more than studio quality headphones.
The overall quality and definition of the sound are unmatched by most other competitor models at this price range. Sounding really warm, they do lack a bit in the low end, but nothing too bad.
Rich with neat little design features, and offering premium audio at a reasonable price, the HD 600s are some of the best sounding headphones that we've had the chance to try out. A warm recommendation for anyone in need of good headphones for their music production studio.
As yet another company known for making top rated headphones, AKG has taken an interesting approach with their K240 MK II model.
Featuring a semi- open design, the idea was to have the best from both worlds. A slight portion of the sound is going to leak out, in order to prevent excessive build- up.
Outside noise shouldn't be a problem, as turning the volume up a bit is often enough for the signal audio to overpower the surrounding sound.
A design which we find very useful is the self- adjusting headband. Not only does it provide the perfect fit, it also prolongs the life of the headphones by avoiding the plastic slider mechanism, which is the part that breaks the most often.
Audio is well balanced, with both bass and treble having that needed kick. The K240s are all about precise and accurate sound representation.
As a well- rounded pair of monitors, the K240s are cheap studio headphones with surprisingly solid performance. As they cost less than $100, they are a great way of getting into sound mixing and production. These are also highly praised as the best headphones for EDM production by Reddit users.
You either love them or hate them, the Beats by Dr. Dre series of headphones has had quite a presence in the media for quite some time now. Are they a pair of good studio headphones, or just a smart marketing gimmick?
Unlike the rest of the Beats series, the Studio Wireless were designed as monitor headphones. Without the unnecessarily huge bass boost, they're famous for, this model is actually a good option for studio use.
The design is sleek and feels less bulky than other Beats models. Spongy earpads are made of memory foam, and covered in leather, making these headphones very comfortable to use.
As these are wireless, battery life plays an important role. With around 12 hours of audio performance, the Beats Studio Wireless can be relied on for the whole day.
The audio is well- balanced, and luckily is bass- heavy to a reasonable extent.
A great feature that is included, is the active noise canceling, with two different modes of operation. One for listening to music, and the other for complete audio isolation.
Having a unique approach and a defined audience, the Beats Studio Wireless managed to perform quite well in our studio. The fact that there are no cables involved makes working long hours way easier. However, with a high price at around $400, this model is, at least in our opinion, for rap and RnB enthusiasts who, at the same time, prefer a more stylish option.
Dominating the audiophile headphone market for quite some time, Audio- Technica presents the ATH- M50x, which we chose as the best studio headphones when it comes to quality.
As an upgraded version of the famous M50s, the M50x offers some new and quite useful features. The 45mm drivers with rare earth magnets are sure to give anyone a unique listening experience.
Perfect for traveling and safe storing, the 90- degree swiveling cups fold up neatly. With high- quality materials and flexible build, the M50x are going to last a long long time.
Unlike most other professional studio headphones, the frequency response isn't flat. The curve is a classic V shape, with more accent given to lows and highs. How come that they are even considered as studio monitors then?
Well, the overall versatility that they provide simply overpowered the need for a truly flat response. The M50x can be used for just about anything, from casual music listening sessions, to basic audio mixing and producing.
As definitely the best sounding headphones for different use scenarios, the ATH- M50x are a great investment, considering the price point of under $150. While some audio engineers may not consider them as the best studio headphones for mixing, they certainly can find an audience for that as well.
Maintaining a cool look while still being one of the best sounding headphones for studio use, the Crossfade LP2 by V-Moda are the best-looking headphones on the market.
The design reminds of some gaming headphones I've had the chance to use. The outside features a plate with visible screws, giving the headphones that industrial and sturdy look.
The 50mm dual- diaphragm drivers provide a natural and vibrant bass, mids and highs, without any overlapping of the different frequencies.
Featuring a slight boost in the low end shouldn't be a problem even for the most avid lovers of pure flat- response headphones.
With passive noise isolation, any outside sounds are easily canceled, which is important especially in studios.
Probably the point in which this model stands out the most is the durability. The ultra- reinforced cable coupled with a flexible headband and weather- resistant earcups make the Crossfade LP2 a sturdy pair of headphones.
As the best rated headphones when it comes to design and quality, the Crossfade LP2s by Audio-Technica provide a solid studio monitor experience, while looking damn fine, and guaranteed to last you a lifetime.
Yet another great model from Sennheiser, the HD- 380 Pros are the best headphones for music production if budget is a factor.
The overall design of these bad boys is pretty satisfying. The headphones can easily be folded up into a more compact format, perfect for traveling.
Though plastic was the material of choice, the 280s feel solid and most importantly comfortable. The thick padding on the headband and earcups feels very soft.
The coolest thing about this model is the fact that every single piece can be replaced (except the drivers), so even if you manage to break or lose a piece, you can always get a new one easily.
As far as sound goes, the fact that these provide a frequency range of 8Hz to 25kHz and a noise canceling feature of 32dB should be pleasing enough for most users.
Considering the reasonable price point of around $100, the Sennheiser HD- 280 Pros are one of the best production headphones in that price range.
And finally, we have the KNDS8400 by KRK at number 10. Though not that well- known of a company, this model shows that they too know their business.
The KNS8400 feature a closed back design with very soft earcup padding. The headband provides a nice resting place for the top of your head with two large cushions as well.
Having a detachable cable is a neat option, which is also included in these headphones. The cable also has a built- in volume slider so you can adjust the volume at any time.
The 40mm neodymium drivers are more than capable of pushing out quite a punch. An amazingly broad frequency response of 5Hz to 23kHz delivers natural sound with a kick in the bass and clear highs.
As any of the best headphones for mixing have to offer, the KNS8400 provides excellent sound isolation, so no audio comes in or out of the earcups.
KRK has shown that you really can make a pair of the best production headphones with all the necessary specs and features, and for a reasonable price.
As with any product you're planning on buying, there are certain aspects to take in consideration.
With studio headphones, it's not that complicated as you might have thought.
The Budget – Ask yourself how much are you ready to spend on a pair of headphones. Top headphones can go up to a couple of thousands of dollars. This doesn't mean that they are way better than less expensive ones, but you do get what you pay. Try to avoid the overly cheap ones, as they tend to skimp out on important details, such as durability and overall build quality.
The Main Purpose – Though recording and mixing can require slightly different headphones, you should be able to pull it off with one good pair. Do have in mind that listening to music on these headphones can sometimes feel a bit bland, especially if you haven't used any monitor headphones so far.
Build quality – Headphones take a lot of stress, especially when being used constantly, and as a primary piece of equipment. Besides the audio quality, look for models which are made from more enduring materials, such as aluminum or other metals. Taking them on and off, flexing them, and accidentally dropping them on the ground can leave you with a pair of broken headphones very quickly if you go for less durable ones.
Comfort – As it goes for durability, the same applies for comfort. Wearing headphones over your ears for extended periods of time can get pretty uncomfortable. Whether it's them pressing on your earlobes or simply causing your ears to heat up quickly, top headphone brands address this problem by using simple yet effective designs and materials.
There is a huge difference between consumer and professional, studio monitor headphones.
Consumer grade headphones come in all shapes, sizes, and prices. The main focus on most headphones in this category is on looks and sound quality, but in a different way than professional ones.
For example, gaming headphones tend to focus on surround sound, whether it's emulated or provided by multiple drivers.
Casual headphones, the ones most people use for simply listening to music, watching movies and shows, tend to have a slight boost in mostly the lower end of the frequency range, so people get the most 'exciting' experience.
Professional headphones, on the other hand, are designed primarily for audiophiles. Whether you're a person which values high fidelity sound, or a sound engineer in need of an audio experience which accurately represents the mix, these headphones offer exactly that.
In order to give you the best example of differences between these two types of headphones, we're going to talk about something called frequency response.
This is the parameter that shows how your headphones treat the signal that they receive and if they process it in any way before the sound reaches your ears.
A Flat frequency response is what the best audiophile headphones should offer. This means that you'll be hearing the audio the same way that it was recorded, without any bass, mid or treble altered.
This is crucial in studio monitor headphones because it puts you in total control over the mix. Being able to clearly hear the song you're working on is the foundation of good mixing and production.
An Altered frequency response is what most consumer headphones provide. Usually, there is a varying boost, mostly when it comes to bass and treble. Mids are cut off, although not entirely, usually to a big extent.
This is done so the user has more of a feel when listening to music, but it also makes most of the songs listened sound similar, at least in the EQ sense.
The flatter the response, the more accurate the audio image you get from your monitor headphones.
Closed Back vs Open Back?
The biggest difference in design, however, is whether the headphones are closed or open back.
Open Back Headphones are exactly that, they have a grill on the outside of the drivers, which allows both air and sound to move freely.
This means that your ears won't heat up when using them for longer periods of time, but you will hear outside sounds and noise. Though they are useful for example, when you're outside, and need to have a sense of your surroundings, like other people or the traffic, your listening experience quickly degrades.
Closed Back Headphones, on the other hand, provide a more private, and pretty much totally quiet environment, in which you can clearly hear everything coming through the drivers. The excessive heat problem can simply be solved by using different materials which let your skin breathe.
Personally, I prefer the closed back design, especially when in a studio. All the noises from other people and instruments don't reach you, and you can concentrate fully on the work you're doing.
An important thing to consider when using this type of headphones is the potential hearing damage that could occur.
As sound doesn't have a way of escaping besides reaching your ears, you should be extra careful when adjusting the volume. Hearing damage and trauma accumulate, and with every next session, your hearing degrades more, leading up to you becoming deaf if you don't pay attention.
Simply don't have your headphones on blast mode all the time, and you're good to go.
As you had the chance to see, there really are great options when it comes to the best studio monitor headphones out there.
Of course, some models performed better than others in different categories.
Shure SRH 1540 – Our choice as the best mixing headphones, as well as the most comfortable headphones out there. With premium material build and excellent audio output, it doesn't get much better than them.
If budget is an important factor, go for the Sony MDR7506 or Sennheiser HD- 280 Pro.
However, if style is your thing, the V- Moda Crossfade LP2 is our pick as the best looking studio headphones.
There you have it. We hope that you found or quick recap of the most important things to consider when buying studio headphones, and our top 10 headphones list useful.
Now that you know what to look for and have a good image of the best models out there, it's up to you to choose the best ones for your needs!


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using System;
using System.Diagnostics;
using System.Windows.Input;

namespace RaidTool.Helper
{
	public class RelayCommand : ICommand
	{
		readonly Action<object> _execute = null;
		readonly Predicate<object> _canExecute = null;

		public RelayCommand(Action<object> execute)
			: this(execute, null)
		{
		}

		/// <summary>
		/// Creates a new command.
		/// </summary>
		/// <param name="execute">The execution logic.</param>
		/// <param name="canExecute">The execution status logic.</param>
		public RelayCommand(Action<object> execute, Predicate<object> canExecute)
		{
			if (execute == null)
				throw new ArgumentNullException("execute");

			_execute = execute;
			_canExecute = canExecute;
		}

		[DebuggerStepThrough]
		public bool CanExecute(object parameter)
		{
			return _canExecute == null ? true : _canExecute(parameter);
		}

		public event EventHandler CanExecuteChanged
		{
			add { CommandManager.RequerySuggested += value; }
			remove { CommandManager.RequerySuggested -= value; }
		}

		public void Execute(object parameter)
		{
			_execute(parameter);
		}
	}
}


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FREEing's Kimidori Emiri preorder open
May 29th 2008 at 1:10 PM, by Shingo
Goodsmile updated their official site this morning with a product listing for FREEing's Kimidori Emiri bunny girl PVC figure from Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu (earlier HD coverage here). She's scheduled for release in August at 11,800 yen retail, and along with the other releases in FREEing's Haruhi bunny series she's 1/4 scale (25 cm tall). As is also typical of the series the sculptor goes uncredited. Along with her listing at Goodsmile she's now up for preorder at Amiami as well, so listings at other retailers should follow soon. Images below:
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12 Responses to "FREEing's Kimidori Emiri preorder open"
wildarmsheero May 29th, 2008 at 2:16 pm
Oh, I'd get that if I had money. I don't even like that character that much, but it's a nice looking figure.
vtcool	May 29th, 2008 at 3:53 pm
Nice! It's a must get :) since I have the others anyways. Looking at the picture, only 1 left :) after Emily.
K	May 29th, 2008 at 4:12 pm
Looks very nice. I only have the 1/4 Haruhi, but I'm quite happy with that.
Optic	May 29th, 2008 at 4:58 pm
For some reason, I feel this is one of those 'buy now or regret' figures. I'm still thinking because its pretty pricey even though I understand its a 1/4 scale.
SbebiWan May 29th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
and one more big bunny girl to get !
Kev	May 29th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
Wait… Kimi-who? I'm probably just blind but I don't remember her in the show. x_x
Shingo May 29th, 2008 at 6:56 pm
>>Kev
From the Wikipedia entry:
A soft-spoken, well-groomed second-year student with long, light green hair, Emiri first appears in "Mysterique Sign" seeking counsel from the SOS Brigade. Although she claims to be the girlfriend of the Computer Research Society president, Kyon later discovers that this is not the case, which leads him to suspect that Emiri is a Humanoid Interface like Yuki and Ryōko.
Emiri later reappears as the secretary to the president of the Student Council. By this time, it is implied that she is Yuki's superior, or at the very least her minder, as a consequence of Yuki's world-altering actions. Emiri is also later shown to work part-time (and against the rules of the School Council) as a waitress in the cafe frequented by the SOS Brigade.
Deibi Manabu	May 29th, 2008 at 7:11 pm
Of course I want, but I can't afford..sucks to have no job! ;_;
icepick314	May 29th, 2008 at 7:54 pm
done and done!!
now only Ryoko Asakura is left!!!
the_pseudokings May 29th, 2008 at 10:02 pm
I found the Yuki, Haruhi and Mikuru kinda tempting, but passed on all 3 due to price and a lack of sculpt detail, and while I kinda like them making a bigger series of it, this one does nothing for me.
Rin May 30th, 2008 at 1:45 am
I want this figure!!!
WANT TO COLLECT THE WHOLE SET!!!
Anonymous	June 2nd, 2008 at 3:37 pm
this is a pass. Kyon sisteer and haruhi will complete my set. Tsuruya is up in the air


Red Rock is seeking to revive the 17-year-old property's glory days by redesigning the gaming floor, adding new restaurants and clubs as well as upgrading rooms and suites.
Red Rock Resorts has raised the price tag of its redevelopment of the Palms for a second time this year.
However, the company reiterated the off-Strip project will be completed by the third quarter of 2019.
Red Rock is seeking to revive the 17-year-old property's glory days by redesigning the gaming floor, adding new restaurants and clubs and upgrading rooms and suites.
The locals resort operator in February announced it would accelerate the Palms' reconstruction, resulting in an increase from $485 million to $620 million. Red Rock said Wednesday the cost had risen yet another 10 percent.
"The overall budget for the redevelopment project has been increased to approximately $690 million, primarily due to increased construction costs driven by high demand in the Las Vegas market as well as higher material costs," the company said in its third-quarter results.
The company said Palace Station reconstruction will finish on budget and by the end of the year as planned. Higher marketing costs to promote the new amenities at Palace Station as well as ongoing construction costs pinched the company's quarterly profit.
Red Rock said third-quarter earnings per share rose 25 percent to 20 cents, missing analyst estimates of 24 cents and sending shares down after hours.
Quarterly profit attribute to shareholders was $14.7 million, compared with $11.8 million during the same three-month period last year. Profit growth was driven by a non-recurring change in the fair value of derivative instruments by $4.2 million.
Red Rock's net revenues inched up 1.6 percent as growth in Las Vegas was offset by a decrease in management fees. Las Vegas net revenues rose 3.9 percent amid a strong local economy.
Adjusted cash flow fell 7.9 percent to $118 million after its contract to manage Gun Lake Casino expired in February.
Red Rock shares fell $1.08, or 4.5 percent, to $23.00 in after hours trading.


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Victory Club a Place for Fans to Celebrate U.S. Open June 15, 2020 | Liberty Corner, N.J. By Joey Geske, USGA
The USGA has launched the Victory Club, the first-ever dedicated U.S. Open fan club, where fans can celebrate the U.S. Open Championship and experience a greater connection to the championship year-round.
This launch follows the recent introduction of the "From Many, One" U.S. Open brand platform as part of the USGA's ongoing commitment to elevate the U.S. Open experience for players and fans. While serving as a community of fans for the U.S. Open, the Victory Club offers more direct content, updates and access to the championship than ever before.
"We are excited to provide fans an opportunity to share their passion for the U.S. Open while celebrating the glory, determination and triumph of the championship," said Craig Annis, chief brand officer of the USGA. "The Victory Club is designed to serve as a direct connection for fans to the U.S. Open. Through engaging content, outreach and exclusive offers, we want to bring the championship to them in ways that we never have been able to before."
The 120th U.S. Open will be played Sept. 17-20 at Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck, N.Y., after it was postponed from its original June dates in April due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. U.S. Open Victory Club members can expect to receive the latest news and updates leading up to the championship in September, as well as other exciting ways to help them get closer to the action during U.S. Open week.
Benefits of membership in the Victory Club include exclusive ticket offers, limited-edition merchandise and virtual fan experiences. Club members will have access to special offers and personalized championship content 365 days a year, including digital wallpapers, previews of future U.S. Open venues and unique championship stories.
The Victory Club name originates from the U.S. Open Trophy, paying homage to Victoria, the goddess of victory figure that stands atop the 18-inch-tall, sterling silver trophy. In addition to celebrating the championship, the Victory Club will introduce fans to USGA initiatives and the impact that the U.S. Open has on the work of the USGA on behalf of the game.
There is no cost to join the Victory Club. For a limited time, new club members will receive a discount of 25 percent at the official USGA shop. Fans can sign up now at usopen.com/victoryclub.


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Ep. 54 - "It's time to ensure that no American has to worry about where they and their families will sleep tonight." James Stockard, referred to as Jim, feels affordable housing should be a right, not a privilege. He links the lack of affordable housing to social justice. He defines the inadequacy of affordable housing in the United States as directly tying into racial and class biases. Jim has been involved in housing on many levels. In 2019, he delivered a lecture in Glasgow for the UN Economic Commission for Europe conference on city living. He was also a visiting lecturer in Shanghai China. As a principal for over 25 years with the Cambridge-based consulting firm Stockard & Engler & Brigham, he has worked with nonprofit groups and public agencies across the country on such issues as affordable housing development, property management, neighborhood revitalization, and supportive service planning. He has been involved in public housing take-overs and cost studies.
Top Takeaways:
The inadequacy of the US in funding affordable housing to her citizens due to the race and class biases
The value of fellowship programs in every professional field for people to get to know their careers and pause for a moment
The importance of young people rallying behind great courses and social justice issues with courage and strength
How decent housing saves the society from economic burdens and unwarranted frustrations and disarrays
Listen in to hear Jim explain how biases against low-income people and people of color have prevented them from getting decent affordable housing over the years.
"If all of our people have a decent place to live at a price they could afford, our society would be so much better off." -James Stockard
For many years he was curator of The Loeb Fellowship, Harvard Graduate School of Design that brings 10 mid-career professionals concerned with the built and natural environment to Harvard for a year of independent study.
Jim served as the court-appointed special master for the Department of Public and Assisted Housing in Washington, DC. He has taught courses on housing policy at MIT's School of Architecture, Tufts University and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. He is the co-author of Managing Affordable Housing, and wrote the epilogue in New Directions in Uban Public Housing. He was the principal investigator for the Public Housing Operating Cost Study commissioned by the US Congress.
Jim has served as a commissioner of the Cambridge Housing Authority for 30 years (including 6 terms as chair), and is a founding trustee of the Cambridge Affordable Housing Trust Fund. He is a past president of the Citizens Housing and Planning Association, Massachusetts' largest research and advocacy group for housing and community development issues.
You will learn how you as a young person can work towards bringing the much-needed change by participating and fighting for worthy social justice issues.
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Jim defines himself not as an academic but rather a practitioner who speaks and teaches through his lived experience in his long career in housing. [2:38]
Why Jim describes the US as inadequate and behind other nations in providing homes to her citizens [4:16]
How the US housing sector has been inadequate, complicated, and failed to innovate in the last fifty years to make the needed progress [5:00]
How historical biases against low-income people and people of color work against them when it comes to affordable housing [7:14]
Why we needed to allow housing authorities and nonprofit organizations together with local people to use their creativity and capacity to develop what works better for their communities [8:34]
The importance of the tax credit program and any other housing programs and why they should be funded generously [12:40]
He narrates some of his greatest successes in the housing and community development sector which includes serving the Washington DC housing authority as a special master [14:19]
Jim explains how he failed to explain in better terms the public housing cost study to the housing authority and still considers it one of the major challenges of his career [18:22]
He talks about the housing fellowship program he led at Harvard- the achievements and the challenges [22:49]
How Jim has enjoyed teaching over the years and the delight he feels when his students contribute to bettering the housing sector while doing better than him [27:24]
Jim urges young people to fight for important social justice issues without quitting even when forces work against them [31:20]
Jim explains his frustrations over his inability to explain to a wide range of people the importance of decent living situations for all people [34:19]
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Q: How to extract a specific text from a string. The hard part is the desired text changes periodically I have an HTML document which contains this text somewhere in it
function deleteFolder() {
        var mailbox = "CN=John Urban,OU=Sect-1,DC=TestServer ,DC=acme,DC=com";
        var path = "/Inbox/";

//string of interest: "CN=John Urban,OU=Sect-1,DC=TestServer ,DC=acme,DC=com"

I just want to extract this text and store it in a variable in C#. My problem is that string of interest will slightly change each time the page is loaded, something like this:

*

*"CN=John Urban,OU=Sect-1,DC=TestServer ,DC=acme,DC=com"

*"CN=Jane Doe,OU=Sect-1,DC=TestServer ,DC=acme,DC=com"

*etc....

How do I extract that ever changing string, without regular expression?

A: Is it always a function deleteFolder() which has its first line as var mailbox = "somestring"? And you are interested in somestring?
Based on the requirements you told us, could just search your string containing the HTML for var mailbox =" and then the next " and take all text between these two occurrences.
var htmlstring= "..."; //
var i1 = htmlstring.IndexOf("var mailbox = \"");
var i2 = i1 >= 0 ? htmlstring.IndexOf("\"", i1+15) : -1;
var result = i2 >= 0 ? htmlstring.Substring(i1+15, i2-(i1+15)): "not found";

VERY, VERY ugly, not maintainable, but without more information, I can't do any better. However Regex would be much nicer!


The cutlery items in this flatware set have handles made of ABS, a latest-generation polymer that is shockproof, sturdy and extremely light. TB Groupe's design teams created these handles to be ergonomic, bringing you cutlery that is easy to use and grip. The handles have a very aesthetic matte finish.
The 18/0 steel used to manufacture the stainless steel cutlery items in the Hector black flatware set is extremely high quality. It is a homogeneous forged, tempered steel that has a very high chromium content, which is very strong, robust and completely corrosion-resistant. The 4 knives in this stainless steel flatware set have blades with a polished mirror finish and sharp cutting edges that do not dull with regular use.


Because a six-pack is part of the official Miami uniform, working out is a priority for many citizens of the 305. For some people, it's how they spend the better part of their day (because not having a real job is also part of the Miami uniform, apparently).
Given the importance of appearance, it's no wonder Miamians are always looking for newer, better ways to work out. Every time we turn around, another gym or fitness studio or yogalatesbarrespin spot has held a grand opening and proclaimed itself the best workout ever.
So in honor of our city's dedication to fitness, here are ten weird, unique, or unusual ways to work out in Miami. Slip into your Lululemon and get sweating.
Nothing screams Miami more than pole dancing. This form of fitness has become increasingly popular, and this particular class is all about learning mini pole-based routines to different genres of songs. Soft rock, slow jams, you name it — you'll learn how to work the pole with it.
Pole Vixen is offered Mondays at 8 p.m. at Spinderella Fitness, 14075 SW 143rd Ct,. #1, Miami. Unlimited memberships start at $39.99 per week. One pole class costs $15, ten run $84.99, and 15 are $99.99. Visit spinderellafitness.com .
This female-focused workout is all about making moves. Basically, it's a high-intensity hip-hop, dancehall, and Afrobeats "twerkout" designed to maximize calorie burn. Each class includes a HIIT (high-intensity interval training) twerk dance cardio session, toning, choreography, and a cool-down stretch. Unleash your inner Beyoncé.
Boss Chick classes are offered at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at 16357 NW 57th Ave., Miami Lakes, and 6:30 p.m. Fridays at 2600 NW 87th Ave., Unit #25, Doral. Classes cost $14 each. Visit bosschickdanceworkout.com.
This intriguingly titled class teaches "the art of tease." Participants are asked to wear layered clothing so they can take it off — both on and off the pole. A button-up shirt and heels are requirements. This one is sure to make your significant other superstoked.
Stripperella is offered as a "Happy Hour Class" twice a month or as a brunch or Friday-night ladies' night for 2 hours at Spinderella Fitness, 14075 SW 143rd Ct. #1, Miami. Unlimited memberships start at $39.99 per week. One pole class costs $15, ten are $84.99, and 15 run $99.99. Visit spinderellafitness.com.
What good is working out if you're not trying to be better than somebody else? We're millennials, and feeding our egos is what we do best. At Anatomy at 1220, Turf Wars is all about beating your fellow classmates in a sweat-soaked battle royal. The workout concentrates on strength, agility, power, and speed, and the winning team gets bragging rights and — in true millennial fashion — a social media shout-out.
Turf Wars is offered Fridays from 8 to 8:45 a.m. at Anatomy 1220, 1220 20th St., Miami. Fitness and spa memberships start at $189 monthly. Visit anatomyat1220.com or call 786-213-1220.
Biking underwater is officially a thing. Just ask Betty Devallet, South Florida's queen of aqua fitness. During her aqua bikes classes, participants ride on a stationary bike submerged waist level in a pool. The water offers extra resistance, so the workout is amazing for your lower bod. It's even said to reduce cellulite. Devallet teaches mostly private and semiprivate classes in private or gated community pools. She also teaches aquatic fitness classes to groups at the Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club and aquacycling classes at the Riviera Country Club. But if you're lacking your own pool or country club membership, her Aquacycling and Aquatic Fitness Studio will open in the MiMo District toward the end of this year or beginning of next.
Classes are offered at various locations, and rates vary. Visit aquafitnessrevolution.com or call 786-259-4131.
Firefighters are hot (literally and figuratively); saving lives is good for the bod. At Crunch's X-treme Firefighters' Workout, instructors lead classes through physical drills that mimic what firefighters do. Think handling hoses, swinging axes, climbing stairs, racing up a pole, and carrying victims to safety. It's a total-body, circuit-based workout, and it's intense. But if firefighters can do it in heavy gear when surrounded by fire, you can handle it in an air-conditioned gym.
X-treme Firefighters' Workout is offered Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. at Crunch, 1259 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Membership prices vary. Visit crunch.com or call 305-674-8222.
OK, so this isn't really a workout per se. But considering you have to don workout clothes and drive to the gym, it should totally count. Crunch's AntiGravity Cocooning class is more like a power nap on steroids. It involves a guided meditation and lots of chill time, and you'll leave relaxed and recharged. Consider it a well-earned Friday-afternoon siesta.
AntiGravity Cocooning is offered Fridays from 12:15 to 1 p.m. at Crunch, 1259 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Membership prices vary. Visit crunch.com or call 305-674-8222 .
Though virtual reality never really took off in the '00s, it's making a resurgence — and it's way better than it used to be. This technological advancement applies to workouts too. VirtuRide is exactly what it sounds like: a virtual-reality spin session complete with vids of real-life roads and scenery from all over the world. Your bike feels like it's going up and down hills. There's even a wind tunnel. Basically, it's an escape from reality right in North Miami Beach.
VirtuRide sessions are offered various times Wednesdays through Saturdays at 2293 NE 164th St., North Miami Beach. The introductory session costs $10, and packages range in price. Visit virturide.com or call 305-318-1213.
Trampolines, you guys. Seriously, this is like grownup fun time and exercise in one. Basically, you get to bounce around on your very own trampoline while doing a combo of low-impact calisthenics, core exercises, and strength-building aerobics. If you hate working out, this is probably the perfect workout for you, because trampolines make everything better.
Sky Fit is offered Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and 8 to 9 p.m., and Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. at Sky Zone Cutler Bay, 10200 SW 186th St., Cutler Bay. Classes cost $11 each or $9 with the purchase of a ten-pack. Visit skyzone.com/cutlerbay or call 305-640-5424.
If only Jedis, lightsabers, and the Force were real. Oh, wait! They are! At least in the vivid imaginations of the folks behind SaberCraft, the Doral-based studio that offers classes in lightsaber combat. The classes are 120 minutes long and cover combat drills including attacks, defenses, flourishes, and choreography. Attendees can bring their own combat-ready saber or use a practice foam saber. Either way, this is the Star Wars experience you've been dreaming of since the third grade.
SaberCraft classes are offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. November 19 and December 3 at the Miami Scottish Rite Temple, 471 NW Third St., Miami. Class costs $15. Visit sabercraft.org or call 786-315-9133.