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Wireless phones have greatly improved our ability to communicate with each other. Concerns have been expressed, however, about possible health risks associated with their use.
Wireless phones transmit and receive electromagnetic waves in the radiofrequency (RF) part of the electromagnetic spectrum. The frequency of these waves lies in the approximate range 800 million Hertz (800 MegaHertz) to 2 billion Hertz (2 GigaHertz). The antennae of base stations radiate the waves. The power output of the antennae is 100 Watts or less.
Biological effects of radio wave radiation are very different from those seen with radiation in the so-called ionising part of the electromagnetic spectrum  for example, x-rays  in that they are not thought to disrupt chemical bonds or have direct effects on DNA. Radiowaves can cause motion of electrical charges and convert energy into heat. As discussed above, this well-established "thermal biological effect" is the basis for the guidelines that have been put in place to ensure the safety of those exposed to radiowaves, both in everyday life and in the workplace.
Wireless phones have only recently been in widespread use. As a result, there is a limited amount of research examining their direct impact on human health. A larger number of studies have been done on cells in the laboratory (in vitro studies) and in animals (in vivo). Several authoritative scientific organizations have independently reviewed the available studies, and all have stated that there is no evidence that wireless phones or their base stations have any adverse effects on human health. All are agreed that additional research and continued surveillance are needed.
Major international studies are planned, including several which will examine possible associations with cancer. Particularly noteworthy is the World Health Organisation International EMF Project which started in 1996. These studies are discussed in greater detail under "Reseach Programs ".
Public Health Issues
Traditionally, public health policy has employed quantitative assessment of risk. In the case of exposure to RF radiation, this might involve the identification of incidence or mortality trends in diseases that could be associated with the exposure. By 1965, the use of electromagnetic frequencies for radio, television and electrical power was very common in Canada and most parts of the world. If RF exposure is associated with the development of a certain cancer, one might expect a general increase in the number of persons diagnosed with, or dying from, that cancer. One example is brain cancer. A trend to an increase in the incidence of brain cancer could be anticipated as a result of improved medical diagnostic techniques such as the CT scan and MRI technology. In fact, it has been shown that brain cancers can be diagnosed as an incidental finding with these investigations (Katzman, 1999). In the USA improved diagnosis is the likely explanation for the increase in brain cancer rates between 1975 and 1995 in people aged 65 or over (Legler, 1999). This is the only age group in which an increase was seen. More recent data from the USA shows that incidence rates of cancer of the central nervous system have stabilized in all age groups since 1991 (Gurney, 2001). Similar results were found in the four Nordic counties (Lonn 2004). An increased incidence of brain tumour was found in the late 1970s and early 1980s and coinciding with the introduction of improved diagnostic methods. The increase was largely confined to the oldest age group. After 1983 the incidence had remained relatively stable. In Switzerland, Roosli et al (2007), in a review of brain tumour mortality rates from 1969 to 2002, concluded that, after the introduction of cell phones, rates remained stable in all age groups.
The Table shows that the incidence and mortality rates of brain cancer and leukaemia (another cancer that has been claimed by some to be associated with RF radiation) have not risen in tandem with the proliferation of a wide range of EMF exposures in Canadian society. Compared to other cancers, the rates for leukaemia and brain cancer are relatively low in the Canadian population. In 1995, the age-standardized incidence rate for lung cancer among men was 84/100,000 and among women was 40/100,000, and the respective mortality rates were 73/100,000 and 31/100,000 (National Cancer Institute of Canada, 2000). Among men, the incidence rate of prostate cancer was 110/100,000 and the mortality rate was 33/100,000. Among women, the incidence rate of breast cancer was 98/100,000 and the mortality rate was 28/100,000. Breast, lung, and prostate cancers, as well as cardiovascular disease and injuries, significantly contribute to the total burden of disease in Canadian society.
Trend of Incidences and mortality in brain
cancers and leukaemia per 100,000 persons (Canada).
ASIR = age-standardized incidence rates for the stated year.
ASMR = age-standardized mortality rates for the stated year.
a 1965 and 1973 rates: age-standardized to 1971 world population
(Health and Welfare Canada, 1975)
b 1985 rates: age-standardized to 1971 Census population of Canada
(Statistics Canada, 1991)
c 2000 rates: estimated (National Cancer Institute of Canada, 2000)
These examples illustrate the quantitative assessment of a possible public health hazard. A health hazard/benefit assessment must include estimations of the potential impact to the general public as a whole, as well as to relevant population groups. As Valberg (1997) stated: "undue anxiety can be averted by emphasizing that our current knowledge indicates that lifestyle, diet, genetic factors, and improved healthcare have a far more significant effect overall on human health than hypothetical risks such as RFR."
Others have argued that the emerging technology of wireless communications demands the invocation of the precautionary principle. This asserts that "the burden of proof for potentially harmful actions by industry or government rests on the assurance of safety and that when there are threats of serious damage, scientific uncertainty must be resolved in favour of prevention" (Goldstein, 2001). The Independent Expert Group on Mobile Phones in the UK (2000) recommended that "a precautionary approach to the use of mobile phone technologies be adopted until much more detailed and scientifically robust information on any health effects becomes available".
Most scientific bodies have recommended continued surveillance of disease trends as part of a responsible public health program, since personal wireless telecommunications were introduced to the general public relatively recently. There is a need for further well designed studies (Jauchem, 1998), and, as mentioned earlier, a large number of studies are underway at this time.


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With fierce attention to detail, Caitlin Grant is a determined advocate in commercial real estate disputes, including landlord-tenant, adverse possession, and easement proceedings. She also advises clients on general commercial litigation throughout Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Virginia.
Caitlin helps commercial property owners and tenants resolve real estate disputes both in and out of court, including issues like unpaid or late rent, evictions, property damage or defects, tenant rights, repairs, lease renewals and terminations, common area maintenance, and leasehold improvements. She also represents property owners in disputes related to title and easements. She does this by analyzing the best path forward for her clients, whether that is settlement or trial, and then preparing extensively.
In addition to real estate-related matters, Caitlin represents business owners, condominiums, management companies, and nonprofits in many general business disputes, including contract matters, discrimination and unpaid wages allegations, unfair housing claims, and tax exemptions. She also serves as local counsel in both federal and state courts for a variety of civil matters.
A Bethesda native, Caitlin is a graduate of Georgetown Visitation, Georgetown University, and American University Washington College of Law. She serves on the board of Rebuilding Together. Caitlin also enjoys playing golf and sailing, especially in scenic locations like her favorite getaway in Chautauqua, New York.
American University Washington College of Law (J.D., cum laude, 2010)
Georgetown University (B.A. in Government, cum laude, 2007)
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
The Honorable Nelson W. Rupp, Jr. (Circuit Court for Montgomery County, Maryland)
Listed as "Rising Star" by Maryland Super Lawyers, Business Litigation (2014 – present)
Listed as "Rising Star" by Washington, DC Super Lawyers, Business Litigation (2014 – present)
Bar Leader, Bar Association of Montgomery County (2017 – present)
Listed in Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation (2022)
Rebuilding Together Montgomery County (Board of Directors Member, 2019-2020; Secretary of the Board, 2020-present)
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington (Pro bono legal representation)
Lawyers' Campaign Against Hunger (Advocate)
Special Olympics (Volunteer)
Shepherd's Table/ Homeless Persons' Representation Project (Volunteer)
Hoya Gateway Program, Georgetown University
Maryland State Bar Association
Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland (New Practitioner's Section Co-chair, 2014-2016; Executive Committee, 2014-2016; Strategic Planning Committee, 2014-present; Social Media & Technology Committee, 2016-present; Silent Auction Committee Co-chair (Fall Outing Committee), 2012-present)
Montgomery County, Maryland Inn of Court (2013-2014)
Montgomery County Bar Foundation, Board of Directors (2016-present)
Women's Bar Association of Maryland, Montgomery County Chapter
District of Columbia Bar
Lerch Early's litigation team helps businesses, including nonprofits, and individuals resolve disputes throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
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Real Estate: Commercial Landlord-Tenant and Leasing
Prevailed at trial in Circuit Court on behalf of commercial property owner on claim by tenant for $500,000.00 in damages for violations under the lease, tortious inference with business expectancy, and constructive eviction. Prevailed on client's counterclaim and secured possession of commercial property and obtained money judgment against commercial tenant for its breaches of lease.
Represented several petroleum industry entities, including a major mid-Atlantic petroleum distributor and jobber and a gas station owner and operator, in obtaining commercial premises from tenant and money judgments for unpaid rent and other damages.
Obtained judgment for possession and money judgment of commercial space leased to restaurant in Bethesda on behalf of developer.
Represent property owners in the DC metropolitan area in commercial lease disputes, evictions, and damages actions, obtaining judgments for possession of premises, and judgments for unpaid rent and other damages under commercial lease.
Obtained judgment for possession of commercial space on behalf of shopping center landlord action against a commercial tenant violating the exclusive rights provision the lease with the shopping center's anchor tenant (grocery store); negotiated favorable settlement.
Additional Real Estate Representation
Successfully represented a school in construction claims against vendor.
Obtained title to real property for an estate in a District of Columbia adverse possession dispute.
Represented condominium association and homeowners in adverse possession and easement disputes.
Represented commercial property owners in code violation cases involving Fairfax County Department of Code Compliance.
Obtained dismissal of Circuit Court action against commercial real estate company regarding dispute over broker fees associated with a commercial lease.
Obtained a dismissal of a lawsuit on behalf of a condominium owner regarding covenant violations under the condominium's governing documents.
Assisted in resolving residential code violations in Montgomery County on behalf of property owner through negotiations and settlement with the Montgomery County Office of the County Attorney and Department of Housing & Community Affairs.
General Commercial Representation
Assisted in representation of major mid-Atlantic petroleum distributor and jobber in contract disputes, franchise disputes, and the federal Petroleum Marketing Practices Act (PMPA) actions.
Obtained money judgments on behalf of luxury car dealership on service or purchase/lease contracts.
Successfully defended senior living community in contract dispute with vendors.
Obtained personal property tax exemption from the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation and Attorney General's office on behalf of major Montgomery County nonprofit organization.
Served as local counsel in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland prosecuting a trademark infringement and unfair competition claim on behalf of North Carolina company.
Served as local counsel in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland and Circuit Court for Montgomery County in conjunction with national law firm and succeeded in obtaining dismissals on behalf of clients in both Courts.
Represented commercial property owner defending against a claim from one of the major international oil and gas companies regarding a petroleum use restriction in the property deed.
Defended condominium association and management company against claims resulting from thefts by on-site general building manager to which manager pled guilty to criminal charges.
Employment Representation
Assisted in obtaining settlement on behalf of mid-size employer on discrimination claim by former employee.
Assisted in obtaining settlement on behalf of international corporate employer on discrimination claim by former employee.
Assisted in obtaining settlement on behalf of employer on claim by subcontractors for unpaid wages.
Disclaimer: Each case is different and past results do not guarantee similar results in future matters.

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Lambert (Bert) Doorn (ur. 26 maja 1949 w Enschede) – holenderski polityk, prawnik, w latach 1999–2009 poseł do Parlamentu Europejskiego.

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Studiował prawo w Groningen, Nancy i na Uniwersytecie we Fryburgu, gdzie w 1978 uzyskał stopień doktora w zakresie prawa konkurencji. Od tegoż roku zawodowo związany z holenderską konfederacją przemysłu (VNO) jako sekretarz ds. stosunków międzynarodowych (do 1992) i następnie ds. konkurencji (do 1997). Przez kolejne dwa lata był prawnikiem w konfederacji przemysłu i pracodawców (VNO-NCW). Obejmował jednocześnie szereg funkcji w partii chadeckiej.

W latach 1999–2009 przez dwie kadencje sprawował mandat posła do Parlamentu Europejskiego z ramienia Apelu Chrześcijańsko-Demokratycznego. W PE zasiadał w grupie Europejskiej Partii Ludowej i Europejskich Demokratów, pracował m.in. w Komisji Prawnej. Nie ubiegał się o reelekcję.

Bibliografia
 Profil na stronie Parlamentu Europejskiego
 Curriculum vitae na stronie europa-nu.nl

Holenderscy posłowie do Parlamentu Europejskiego
Holenderscy prawnicy
Politycy Apelu Chrześcijańsko-Demokratycznego
Urodzeni w 1949
Ludzie urodzeni w Enschede

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The right suit blazer can translate well to the weekend when styled right. Carrying the ability to elevate even the simplest of separates, there's a certain timelessness that comes with adding a sharply cut jacket to skinny jeans and a basic T-shirt. The Delo's navy hue is particularly classic, and it takes on a fresh, spring-ready guise when teamed with soft grey denim and optic white. Block-heel sandals in rich suede will add a contemporary final touch and keep the look relevant for now.
Off-duty dressing holds an unwavering reputation for being a dressed-down affair, but this doesn't have to mean your jeans and T-shirt uniform should be adopted every time you have day to yourself. With the addition of your tailored suit trousers, weekend heroes get a polished upgrade that's just as easy to wear but ever so slightly more chic. Layer up in an oversized knit to balance the slim-leg Delo suit trousers and introduce a more relaxed guise than you'll be used to seeing in the office. Metallic flats add a hint of shine and keep things youthful, and a felt fedora will secure this look's fashion-focussed status.
Styling that works both in the office and translates well to after-work events, drinks or dinners can be a tricky one to master without changing in between, but think outside the box and things might seem a little simpler than initially believed. The classic silhouette of a pencil skirt is a great starting point, and when imagined in the new-neutral, (navy) it takes on a slightly less corporate and more trend-focussed guise. By styling it with a top in the same hue, it creates a look that's at once elegant and pulled-together. To really up the impact, add statement jewellery and open-toe shoes that show off a colour-pop pedicure.


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EXCLUSIVE: Find Out When TNT's Sexy Young Shakespeare Drama Will Debut -- Plus, Watch a New Trailer!
By Philiana Ng 9:00 AM PDT, April 20, 2017
TNT's young William Shakespeare drama has a premiere date!
Described as an "unconventional" period drama, Will tells the story of the wild days of a youthful legendary playwright, played by newcomer Laurie Davidson. In celebration of Shakespeare's birthday on Sunday, ET can exclusively reveal that the 10-episode series will debut Monday, July 10 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
From executive producer Craig Pearce (who co-wrote Romeo + Juliet, Moulin Rouge! and The Great Gatsby with director Baz Luhrmann), Will kicks off with a young William Shakespeare having just arrived onto the seductive and violent punk-rock theater scene in 16th-century London. His raw talent comes amid rioting audiences, religious fanatics and raucous sideshows, catching the eye of the beautiful and rebellious Alice Burbage (Olivia DeJonge).
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Colm Meaney, Mattias Inwood, Jamie Campbell Bower and Ewen Bremner also star in the series, which tells the tale of Shakespeare's early life with a contemporary twist and a soundtrack filled with modern music.
TNT also released a brand new teaser trailer to whet everyone's appetite until the summer, and it has everything you're looking for: sex, power and pure drama. See for yourself:
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"Back then, [theater] was like rock 'n' roll or punk rock -- this completely revolutionary [form of] entertainment," Pearce said in January at the winter Television Critics Association press tour. "It wasn't something for the intellectuals, it wasn't something up on a pedestal, it was something for the masses."
"He's the most famous person in the world that people don't really know anything about, except for a few facts and then beyond that there's a lot of speculation," he added.
Are you excited for Will? Tell us in the comments below or tweet us at @etnow on Twitter!
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Bike to Work Act of 2014 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to include a bicycle sharing system as a mass transit facility for purposes of the tax exclusion of employer-paid commuting expenses. Defines "bicycle sharing system" as a public transportation system: (1) consisting of a network of stations at which bicycles are made available to customers for commuting and short-term, point-to-point use within the network's service area; and (2) that is operated or authorized by a government agency or public-private partnership.


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Being accused of driving under the influence can be a scary time in your life. The best way to combat this fear is to speak with a New York first-time DWI/DUI lawyer who can help explain the legal process to you. Once you understand what may happen next and what may be expected of you, it will make the situation less worrying.
You should also know that you are not alone, and a skilled DWI DUI attorney can advocate for you.
How Does New York Define DWI / DUI?
Instead of the more common term of DWI DUI, New York uses the acronyms DWI and DWAI to differentiate driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence of alcohol.
The phrase Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is for drivers influenced by any intoxication. A person accused of a DWI must have a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or display other signs of intoxication.
For drivers who have consumed alcohol, the phrase is Driving While Ability Impaired by Alcohol (DWAI). For a DWAI, the BAC of the driver is above .05 but less than 0.7. There is another law for drivers with a BAC of .18 or higher referred to as Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (ADWI).
Lastly, for drivers under the age of 21 with a BAC of .02 to .07, the state has a zero-tolerance law. Someone facing a DUI offense must speak with a New York first-time DUI lawyer to understand which type of charge they may face accurately.
Consequences for a DWI and DWAI
The penalties in New York vary greatly depending on whether it is a first, second, or third offense. If this is the first incident, an individual will face a much more reduced outcome. One should also know the difference between a revoked and suspended license.
A revoked license is complete removal of a license, requiring an individual to reapply for a new one. With a suspended license, a person can begin driving again once the period has passed.
FIRST-TIME DUI/DWI?
For a first-time DWI, the fine can range from $500 to $1,000. While there may be a chance of a jail sentence, the maximum for a first-time offense is one year.
However, the driver must have their license revoked for at least six months for a first-time DWI.
DRUG DWAI
For a DWAI specifically for drugs, the fine will also range from $500 to $1,000. Again, there is the possibility of a jail sentence, but the maximum is one year. Finally, for a first-time DWAI with drugs, the driver will have their license suspended for at least six months.
If the DWAI is based on a combination of alcohol and drugs, the fine and jail terms are the same, but the driver will have their license revoked for at least six months.
ALCOHOL DWAI
For a DWAI specifically for alcohol, the acceptable ranges from $300 to $500. The maximum potential jail sentence is 15 days. Lastly, the driver will have their license suspended for 90 days. Under the zero-tolerance law, the driver has to pay a $125 civil fee and a $100 fee to terminate the suspension. There is no jail time, but the license will be suspended for six months.
Should I Hire an DWI/DUI Lawyer for a First Offense?
If you are in a situation where you are being accused of driving under the influence, it is helpful to speak to a lawyer
to understand what exactly you are being charged with. New York has several different laws depending on your BAC,
differentiating between alcohol and drugs.
Since New York does not charge drivers with a DWI/DUI, a lawyer can explain if you are charged with a DWAI, DWI, or
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TIME TO CLOSE DOOR ON OPEN HOUSES?
Eighty percent of homebuyers used the Web to search for properties last year but only 42 percent visited open houses, reports NAR. Realty agents have long debated whether open house events are a useful tool as more and more serious buyers view properties online and make appointments to tour those that truly spark their interest. However, some sellers demand open houses because they want to know their agent is working hard to sell the home. Real estate associates who believe in the benefits of open houses say they allow buyers to view properties without making an appointment or commit to working with a real estate agent. In a modern twist, some schedule open houses at non-traditional weekend times, tantalize prospects with refreshments, and work with competitors to organize multi-agency tours. Advocates say this marketing tool also provides a way for associates to develop relationships with prospective buyers, who often go on to work with them to purchase a different home.


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Q: Managing layout and templates in angularJS This seems to be a very common problem.
Currently I have a login form and few pages on my front end and a back end.
My single route file looks like this -
Front End
/login
/about

Back End
/dashboard
/manageuser
/settings

Now the problem which I am facing for the management is currently -
Scenario -
I have lot of scripts for the front end in both head section and the bottom just before the body closing tag.(as I am using maps, charts, reports etc in dashboard and other administration section menu items)
Scripts are changing on page basis, ie different scripts for login page, settings, dashboard page etc in both head section and just before the body tag.
Also the body tag contains different classes on page basis like body class="login form",  body class="dashboard registered user form-control" etc
Problem -
Now you can see that there is too much randomness in the layout, so how do I manage this thing with a single layout file ? I want to keep my routes clean like the above mentioned. How could I achieve this as most of the thing I came across my search, deals with single layout.
FYI - Currently I have only two pages on my front end, so major thing is the dashboard(administration panel) but there too scripts are changing as per the section.
I too looked at UI-router but unable to fit this in my scenario, let me know about the layout management thing in angular as I believe this is a very common use case while developing a web app.
EDIT -
I am using LinemanJS for front end(just an info if that matters any how).

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If your offering meets with sufficient investor enthusiasm, then at some point in the offering process you will want to start your application with the SEC. You can be conservative, and wait until you are oversubscribed. Or if time is of the essence, you can start the SEC process earlier. Average time to get Qualified is 71 days.
Regulation A+ requires detailed disclosures that are similar to but far less extensive than for a traditional public offering under the oversight of the SEC. Think of the RedHerring(TM) that you may have seen or heard of. But with simpler requirements. The process of filing for qualification from the SEC to make a Regulation A+ offering involves online work using EDGAR. Form 1-A is the document that must be filed with the SEC. Dealing with the SEC is likely to be a multi-step process. It might take as little as 60 days to get SEC qualification for a startup, or 90 days for an existing company, or more. The more complex the history of the company, the more involved the process will likely be.
Once your offering is Qualified, you are allowed to go to the fundraising stage. You can check out our FAQ about a typical Regulation A+ offering process, by clicking here.
We have specialized resources that you can use to help you make your filing for a lower cost and faster result (this costs approximately $40k for a simple company, $50k for a more complex business). Of course, you can use the law firm of your choice.
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A Time to Save Lives: Labor and Management Need to Come Together on Vaccine Mandates
The Tucson Police Officers Association recently asked a judge to issue an injunction stopping the city government from mandating vaccinations for its employees, including approximately 760 members of the Police Department. Thankfully, the judge denied the request.
The police union had argued that a new city ordinance mandating vaccines breached the city's contract with the police union, "without first bargaining in good faith over the change in working conditions."
As you read that sentence, you have to ask yourself, "Who is looking out for the health and safety of police officers here -- management or labor? Since when do we need to engage in good-faith bargaining to save people's lives?"
For well over a year, front-line cops and civilian police employees have been getting infected and dying of COVID. The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund reported that COVID-19 was the largest cause of police officer line-of-duty deaths in 2020. Of the 295 officer deaths, 182 were COVID-related. More cops died of COVID than all other causes combined, including being shot and traffic accidents. So doing something about COVID is an officer safety issue.
Unfortunately, despite our hopes a few months ago, the pandemic is not over. Because the new Delta variant is far more aggressive, police officers are still dying, and this is especially tragic because it could be prevented.
Just looking at the 11-day period of August 16-26, we found news stories about 31 law enforcement officers dying of COVID. From West Palm Beach to Los Angeles County, from Tulsa County, OK to Branch County, MI, officers are still falling victim to this disease.
And it's shocking how young many of these officers were. Among the cases where the officer's age was cited, nearly half of the officers who died were in their 20s, 30s, or 40s. The average age was 49.5.
In Venice, Illinois, a town of 2,100, a COVID outbreak recently shut down the Police Department, because the chief and all the officers became infected and had to quarantine.
Many police chiefs, mayors, and city councils are realizing that vaccine mandates are a life-and-death issue, and they have seen more than enough death. So they're taking action. Federal agencies and private-sector companies are doing the same.
But in many cities, police unions are still fighting against these essential health protections. In Chicago, the union president said, "Hell no." In Seattle, the union said that state and local government mandates don't "provide enough time for labor relations to bargain" on the issue. 630,000 fatalities in the United States over 18 months, and they want more time to discuss it.
In a way, it's understandable that some police unions are fighting vaccine mandates, because there seems to be significant "vaccine hesitancy" among officers. It's not unusual to read that only half of the officers in some departments have been vaccinated. So in some cases, the union leaders are just reflecting the views of their members.
But in other departments, vaccination rates are much higher. At least 80% of officers in the San Francisco Police Department have received a vaccine. It may help that the FDA on August 23 gave full approval to the Pfizer vaccine, as opposed to the emergency use authorization it had received last December. So now there's even less reason for anyone to mistrust the safety or effectiveness of the vaccine.
Vaccine mandates are one issue where labor and management should be on same page. Police chiefs and union leaders have a responsibility to look out for the health and well-being of their members.
No police chief in the United States has seen more COVID-related deaths than New York City Police Commissioner Dermot Shea. The NYPD and other departments in the Northeast were decimated by COVID in the early months of the pandemic last year. And with 60 NYPD members dead so far, it's not over yet. "We lost someone last week who was an extremely healthy man," Commissioner Shea said. "At one point in his career, he had not called in sick for 17 years. Everyone across this country should be embracing these vaccines. We've trusted vaccines in this country for decades. They've eradicated really serious diseases before. We're well into that point now. There's so much unnecessary loss."
With the Delta variant spreading across the country, time is of the essence. Police chiefs and elected officials should work with unions and try to get them on board with vaccine mandates. This is an opportunity for management and labor to come together and save the lives of cops on the front lines. If unions stand in the way, police chiefs and mayors should move forward on their own and implement mandates immediately. It's a simple fact that many lives will be saved by these mandates.
This is a defining moment for police leaders, union leaders, and elected officials.
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Tracking Knee Joint Functional Axes through Tikhonov Filtering and Plűcker Coordinates
Wangdo Kim, Universidade Técnica de LisboaFollow
Yoon-Hyuk Kim, Kyung Hee University
António P. Veloso, Universidade Técnica de LisboaFollow
Sean S. Kohles, Portland State University
This analytical work supports the ongoing research effort entitled "Orthopaedic Alignment & Screw Imaging Systems (OASIS)" as funded by the FCT (PTDC/DES/119559/2010). Experimental data were provided for validation through the Grand Challenge Competition to Predict In Vivo Knee Loads, a part of the Symbiosis Project funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through the NIH Roadmap for Medical Research (Grant U54 GM072970). Author SSK also acknowledges support from the NIH (Grant P20 MD003350).
Journal of Novel Physiotherapies
Analysis of variance, Knee -- Anatomy, Knee -- Range of motion --Measurement, Constraints (Physics) -- Applications to biomechanics
Researchers have reported several compensation methods to estimate bone and joint position from a cluster of skin-mounted markers as influenced by Soft Tissue Artifacts (STA). Tikhonov Regularization Filtering (TRF) as a means to estimate Instantaneous Screw Axes (ISA) was introduced here as a means to reduce the displacement of a rigid body to its simplest geometric form. Recent studies have suggested that the ISA of the knee, i.e., Knee Functional Axes (KFA), might be closely connected to the estimation of constraint forces such as those due to medial and lateral connective tissues. The estimations of ISAs were known to be highly sensitive to noisy data, which may be mathematically ill-posed, requiring smoothing such as that conducted by regularization. The main contribution in this work was to establish the reciprocal connection between the KFA and Ground Reaction Forces (GRF) as a means to estimate joint constraint forces. Presented results compare the computational performance with published kinetic and kinematic joint data generated from an instrumented total knee replacement. Implications of these preliminary findings with respect to dynamic alignment as a functional anatomic metric are discussed.
Originally published in a special issue, Computational Modeling in Biomechanics
This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
Copyright 2013 Kim W, et al.
10.4172/2165-7025.S4-001
Kim W, Kim YH, Veloso AP, Kohles SS (2013) Tracking Knee Joint Functional Axes through Tikhonov Filtering and Plűcker Coordinates. J Nov Physiother S4: 001. doi:10.4172/2165-7025.S4-001
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Why Cities Need To Install Female Urinals
By urinalfly | August 28, 2019 | No Comments | Uncategorized
Valentin Etancelin of Huffington Post France ran this article in early August. What do you think?
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/female-urinals-france-safety_n_5d41f3b1e4b0aca34117dca5
A recent addition to a music festival in France is giving women everywhere hope for solving a common, awkward problem: how to pee in public. For the 2019 Summer Vibration reggae festival held in Alsace, organizers had the practical (and novel) idea of installing four portable female urinals.
@roskildefestival starts tomorrow with 48 Lapee ll over the place !!!!!!!!!! We can't wait to see you all peeing well, finally !!! When you are in a hurry, look for the pink urinals, they are very easy to spot from far 😉 Have a great festival and remember to stay hydrated 💛💙💖 #lapee
A post shared by Lapee (@lapee_dk) on Jun 28, 2019 at 1:32am PDT
Easy to spot thanks to their bright pink color, the "Lapee" stalls allow three women to pee at the same time. The walls are designed to prevent women from seeing each other or being seen from the outside. Even the access is easy — you simply climb two small steps and squat. The walls are there for balance.
The inventor behind this innovation is Gina Perier, a 25-year-old French woman. Working in conjunction with Danish architect Alexander Egebjerg, she aims to make her creation — already in use in several spots in Copenhagen — a standard fixture anywhere there's a lack of toilet options for women.
"The urinal is the only object in the world specific to men that, so far, does not have a version for women. A woman peeing remains a fairly taboo subject and in French, women are often pejoratively called 'pisseuses' [pissers], a misogynist term referring to urination," Perier explained during a presentation of her work at France's Lépine Competition for inventors in May.
Men may not realize that for a woman, finding a place to urinate while out and about is an uphill battle. Public bathrooms are available in many cities, but they tend to be dirty and the line to use them can be long. The feeling of being trapped in a closed space can also make users uncomfortable.
This means that some women prefer to hold it until they get home (which can result in health complications, such as cystitis). Others simply put up with the inconvenience and wait their turn. A final group throws caution to the wind and sets out in search of a small hidden niche on a street corner or between two cars where they can relieve themselves.
This practice is what Sarah Bourcier Laskar calls "wild peeing." Bourcier Laskar, a student in the final year of a master's program at the School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences, has been part of a program for the last six months that studied and supported potential developments of urban diet/excretion systems. The program studied everything from alternative sewage management options to the behavior of "wild peeing" practitioners.
For the entire duration of her internship, Bourcier Laskar visited three Parisian spots known for their nightlife: Saint-Martin Canal, Ourcq Canal and the Seine quays near Jussieu. There, she interviewed male and female revelers to better understand what drives them to pee in public.
Modesty And Mounting Stress
The reasons were diverse, and they didn't allow for sweeping generalizations about humans in general or one specific sex. Nonetheless, certain patterns emerged. Focusing on women's experiences, Bourcier Laskar discovered the particular difficulties women encounter when trying to urinate in peace.
"For women, the urge to urinate is accompanied by increased stress," Bourcier Laskar explained. "But why? Because they must find somewhere to go, whether that's a public restroom, a restroom owned by a nearby business, or a sheltered spot on the street."
A sense of modesty prevents many women from going on the street, and they'd prefer to wait their turn for access to an enclosed space. Others facing a more urgent situation saw no reason to wait when so many men have no qualms about simply urinating in the street. Those women were willing to find a discreet location.
The researcher framed this decision-making process in terms of a cost/benefit analysis, a sort of hierarchy that comes into play. Women will determine which takes priority: speed, safety, cleanliness or modesty.
The last of the criteria, modesty, is not innate. According to Bourcier Laskar, it's tied to how we are viewed by others.
"Some men cannot fathom the concept of a woman peeing in the street," she explained, referencing statements she collected. "They subscribe to a stereotypical view, by which women are not supposed to undress in the street."
Herd Behavior
However, these are not the only elements that can affect or change someone's priorities. Many of Bourcier Laskar's subjects were in more of a festive atmosphere — many were drinking. For some, alcohol can contribute to breaking down barriers that would normally inhibit wild peeing. "They might not have done it in another context," she noted.
The time of day (nighttime, in this case) must also be taken into account. People likely behave differently in the middle of the day than they do at midnight, under the dim glow of the last few streetlights.
Bourcier Laskar has one more element on her list: the phenomenon of "herd behavior."
"If everyone is going to pee in the street, we allow ourselves to participate as well," she said.
This "communal peeing" behavior differs for men and women. Men share the best spots or act as lookouts for each other. As demonstrated by sociologist Erving Goffman in "The Arrangement Between the Sexes," bathrooms serve a more socializing function for women. They chat, touch up their makeup, engage with each other. According to Bourcier Laskar, this model still applies to behavior in the street, in the form of mutual assistance.
Protection From Voyeurism
With this in mind, when it comes to urinating in public spaces, asking someone to provide company is a matter of security. Many women pursue this option as an act of solidarity. A sense of insecurity can emerge when it comes time to urinate, especially because of the intimate nature of the act.
During her visits to the Jussieu quays, Bourcier Laskar heard about potential voyeurs lurking about, the majority of whom were men.
"They wait until a girl gives up on waiting in line for the bathrooms and then follow her," she said.
There have been incidents of sexual assault, including a case in which a woman says she felt a hand touch her backside while she was urinating in the bushes.
The officials of the Paris city hall unit responsible for combating antisocial behavior are aware of these incidents. They try to raise awareness of the voyeurism issue whenever a person is booked for the offense. But the incident would never have occurred if women were also provided with their own public facilities, Bourcier Lasker argued.
In addition to Lapee, two other female urinals have emerged in the last year. One of them, Madame Pee, is currently open to use at the edge of Paris-Plages. The other is called Marcelle and serves two complementary purposes: It's a urinal geared toward women, and it also collects urine for the production of agricultural fertilizer. Bourcier Laskar welcomes these social innovations and the feminist spirit that underlies them. She said she hopes they are here to stay.
When asked about her urinals' potential permanence, Perier of Lapee told HuffPost France that considerations are underway, but that she first wants to get the public at large accustomed to their presence.
"Getting women to understand that the device is in fact a urinal is no easy task," she said. "It's unprecedented and tricky."
Before installing Lapee in outdoor spaces more permanently, she wants their use to become the norm. She is currently in touch with the mayor of Paris, but has no plans to stop there.
Featured image by Languedoc Living
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Miriam "Fritzie" Krueger
Miriam "Fritzie" Krueger, daughter of the late Hartwell and Wilma (Hanneman) Weidemann was born January 6, 1938, and quietly departed this life on Monday, January 23, 2023. Miriam was united in Holy matrimony to Lawrence C. Krueger on August 2, 1958, and together they raised their son, Larry, in the Village of Winneconne. She also worked outside the home and worked her way up before retiring from the Telephone company as a supervisor. She remained an active member of the Telephones volunteer network, Telephone Pioneers of America.
Miriam was passionate for music and loved sharing her passion with others by playing her violin in the Oshkosh Symphony and for the Inspiration Theatre. She was also an active member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Winneconne where she once again was able to share her love by singing and directing the church choir. Besides music, Miriam loved to spend her time creating gorgeous counted cross stitch pieces of art, spending time at the family cabin assembling colorful puzzles when hunting was no longer possible.
Her beautiful life will forever be cherished in the lives of her husband, Lawrence; son, Larry (Amy); grandchildren, Rachael Krueger, Ryan (Courtney) Krueger and Nikole (Ryan) Braun; great-grandchildren, Gavin and Kennedy Krueger, and Lilli and Levi Braun.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Judy Kapalczynski; brothers, Duane and Hartwell "Skip" Weidemann; and a brother-in-law, Reinhold Russell Krueger.
Friends and family are welcome to celebrate Miriam's life on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church 8 S. 4th St. Winneconne, WI. Visitation will take place at the church between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. with a church service beginning at 11:00. Pastor Ben Berger will officiate. The celebration will continue after the committal service at the Winneconne Cemetery with a luncheon to follow back at the church.
Mueller Funeral Home-Winneconne is assisting the family. If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfh.net.
In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established.
William Beck wrote on January 24, 2023
My deepest sympathy for your loss sincerely Bill Beck
Mary Louise Harper wrote on January 24, 2023
Dear Lawrence, Larry and family, God's light always shone through Miriam in her demeanor and music. I am sure God is enjoying the beautiful violin she is playing in heaven. May He comfort you in knowing we will all be together again in heaven.
Robbie McDonald wrote on January 24, 2023
My condolences for the family and prayers for all. Miriam was a wonderful lady.


A folk music mainstay, Joel Rafael, helps keep the genre alive.
Ever'body might be just one big soul,/Well it looks that a-way to me.
Those are Woody Guthrie's words from "Tom Joad," a ballad he wrote based on the main character in "The Grapes of Wrath." And that one lyric might just perfectly encompass folk music in general. One big soul, everyone talking about things that shake their inner self, of things that either need to change or remain the same.
Joel Rafael has his own description for folk, one that you might have heard Guthrie use himself.
Rafael is an admitted and reverent disciple of Guthrie, and for years has been one of America's most intimate and lasting interpreters of his work. He is also one of those longtime American folk music treasures that might fall under your radar, unless you're an aficionado of the genre, or someone like Jackson Browne, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, David Crosby, Graham Nash or Kris Kristofferson, who are a few of the many music luminaries who deeply respect Rafael and have shared the stage and studio with him over the years. Rafael is someone whose music embodies what folk music is all about: meaningful and stunning stories about people, places and events that stay with you long after you've heard them. He brought his songs, and those of his mentors, to Washington in a rare solo performance at the Mansion on O on June 2nd to benefit the O Street Museum Foundation.
As a kid in the '60s, Rafael had the opportunity, thanks mainly to the radio, to absorb more and more folk music, especially as its popularity grew by leaps and bounds.
It took a little convincing, and a day trip to Mexico, for Rafael to pick up his first guitar and really get things rolling.
The dynamic of older college kids going to college and bringing music back home was integral to Rafael's musical education and, along with that Mexican guitar purchase, galvanized his musical path.
As the folk music movement was building momentum around him, Rafael realized that it was the meaning of the songs that really drew him to the genre, especially the unforgettable ones by one or two folk music legends in particular.
Rafael's latest record "Baladista" is a beautifully-written, sweet-sounding collection of songs that are a fitting tribute to Rafael's deep talents, and to those who influenced him. In fact, one song from the record has a stunningly deep meaning in the history of not only folk music, but U.S. history as well.


tree-mendous When is Twelfth Night and why is it the date to take down your Christmas tree and festive decorations? Jan 6, 2018. When should you take your Christmas decorations down?. up their festive decorations until Candlemas on February 2, a Christian festival. Children were traditionally told that if you took down your decorations before the Eve of the Epiphany, the wise men might not be able to find their way - because Christmas lights represent the.
No, Christmas decorations should not have to come down before New Years Christmas is a time of celebration. It's the central holiday of the season with Thanksgiving and New Years. Christmas Day might have passed, but when should you officially take down your decorations?
Jan 4, 2016. At this time of year there seems to be a degree of confusion over when precisely is the correct time to take down your Christmas decorations. Must I take my Christmas decorations down before it, during it or not until after it?
What happens to me if I get it wrong? YOU MUST take your decorations down by Twelfth Night (which you will.
Express your thoughts and feelings on whether or not Christmas decorations should be taken down prior to New Years. When should I take my Christmas tree and decorations down and when does advent end?. Others like to wait until 12 days before Christmas, i. e. December 13, to put up their trees. A spokesman for the Church of England said: " Twelfth Night is the night before Epiphany and is the night, tradition says, when Christmas decorations should be taken down.
when Christmas. Traditionally, Christian children were told that by taking down their Christmas decorations before Epiphany would mean the Three Wise Men wouldn't be able to find their way to the stable. Most people take down their Christmas decorations after the first of the year. Merry Christmas to all.
12/24/2014 6: 21 AM. up the day before Advent. Traditionally, Catholics did not take down their Christmas trees and other Christmas decorations until January 7, the day after Epiphany. The Twelve Days of Christmas begin on Christmas Day; the period before that is Advent, the time of preparation for Christmas. Superstitions About Christmas.
I have always heard that If you take your Christmas tree down before Jan 1st. You will have bad luck for the rest of the year. My sister who lives in another state has always heard that if you leave your tree and any of your Christmas decoration up till the first you would have bad luck. Taking Christmas. Before I get caught out again, when exactly is Twelfth Night?
Must I take my Christmas decorations down before it, during it or not until after it? What happens to. When you think of having to take the Christmas decorations down, chances are it turns into a game of how long you can possibly put it off before it just becomes ridiculous.
The truth is, you and I. When you think of having to take the Christmas decorations down, chances are it turns into a game of how long you can possibly put it off before it just becomes ridiculous. The truth is, you and I. Should you take your Christmas Tree down before or after New Years?. Sometake down their decorations on the day after Christmas, othersafter New Year's Day.
A Christmas decoration is any of several types of ornamentation. but also that if the decorations for the current Christmas are taken down before the New Year. A Christmas decoration is any of several types of ornamentation used at Christmastime. . In some places Christmas decorations are traditionally taken down on Twelfth Night, the evening of January 5 or January 6.
The difference in this date is. Jan 06, 2018 · Watch video · Traditionally, Christian children were told that by taking down their Christmas decorations before Epiphany would mean the Three Wise Men wouldn't be able to find their way to the stable. Children were traditionally told that if you took down your decorations before the Eve of the Epiphany, the wise men might not be able to find their way - because Christmas lights represent the.
Christmas Day might have passed, but when should you officially take down your decorations? When I was growing up, I always heard that it was bad luck to leave your Christmas decorations up after New Years. So my parents and grandparents would always have the decorations down a few days after Christmas.
My husband had never heard of this before and I was just wondering if anyone else had. In my opinion, they should come down before the New Year, but some people leave them a little longer. Personally, I like to put out my Christmas decorations the weekend following Thanksgiving. Express your thoughts and feelings on whether or not Christmas decorations should be taken down prior to New Years.
By tradition, Christmas decorations should not be erected prior to Christmas Eve, lest this visible proof of anticipation of a festival anger capricious forces.


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Will Sidechains be the best solution for Layer 2?
CoinYuppie • 2021-10-13 23:18 • Ethereum News
Sidechains, Chinese translated into the side chain, is compatible with Ethernet Square virtual machines independent block chain.
They use their own consensus model and block parameters to effectively process transactions, which can achieve interoperability with the ETH main network, and can also transplant smart contracts deployed on the ETH main network to the side chain, thereby realizing funds and data Cross-chain transmission.
Unlike the Layer 2 solution based on the principle of Rollups, Sidechains is responsible for its security and consensus implementation process.
There is no need to regularly report the latest status change results to the ETH mainnet, and there is no need to submit the transaction records on the side chain to the ETH mainnet.
The interaction between the sidechain and the ETH mainnet can be called "two-way pegging". When funds are transferred from the ETH mainnet to the sidechain, they will be locked on the ETH mainnet and "minted" on the sidechain.
When the funds are returned, the tokens on the side chain will be "destroyed", so that the tokens that were originally locked on the ETH mainnet will be unlocked.
Strictly speaking, Sidechains is not a sub-chain of Ethereum, but a blockchain network that runs independently and runs in parallel with the ETH main network.
Its advantage is that it allows more innovation and optimization, and users have the opportunity to obtain faster transaction speed and lower transaction costs; its disadvantage is that security will be decoupled from the ETH main network, and the computing power of the Ethereum network cannot guarantee that the side chain is not Received a "51% attack".
The most typical Sidechains are the BSC and Polygon networks. There is no doubt that Sidechains took the lead in Rollups to take over the overflow value of ETH.
Since February 2021, as the price of ETH has skyrocketed, the problems of ETH mainnet transaction congestion and excessive gas fees have become increasingly prominent.
Those Layer 2 projects based on the principle of Rollups are still under development and have not yet launched a mainnet compatible with the Ethereum network.
Ever since, the side chain project represented by BSC Polygon took the lead in undertaking users, funds and DeFi projects that overflowed with ETH.
BSC is a smart blockchain compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and one of the first ETH sidechains to go online.
Unlike the proof-of-work consensus mechanism adopted by ETH, BSC achieves faster block generation speed and greater transaction throughput through the proof-of-stake consensus mechanism.
Good compatibility, faster speed and lower entry costs have made a number of imitations of popular DeFi projects appear on BSC.
For example, PancakeSwap is to Uniswap, Venus is to AAVE, and Alpaca is to Alpha.
On this basis, and thanks to the support of Binance Exchange, BSC has gained huge user traffic and has become a smart blockchain whose total lock-up value is second only to ETH, and is far behind other ETH. Side chain competitors.
Polygon is an ecosystem that can be used to create a blockchain network compatible with Ethereum and expand solutions. The already launched Polygon mainnet is an ETH sidechain based on the proof-of-stake consensus mechanism.
Since the Polygon mainnet went live in May 2021, it has attracted a considerable number of users in the market with its advantages such as fast transactions, low cost, and compatibility with the Ethereum virtual machine. Its total lock-up value is second only to BSC among all ETH side chains. .
The total value of all assets locked in smart contracts on ETH, BSC and Polygon (USD)
However, Sidechains' value capture capabilities have encountered a growth bottleneck. As the first smart blockchain to undertake the overflow value of ETH, BSC is the most developed and representative of all Ethereum side chain projects.
Judging from the trend comparison chart of the total lock-up value of the two, BSC broke out in February and fell behind in May and did not continue to follow the trend of ETH in September to set new highs, but entered a bottleneck period of growth.
Although Polygon's total lock-up value did not fall sharply in May but achieved growth, even if it is included, the total lock-up value of all Ethereum side chains is still not a small distance from the historical high.
There are three main reasons for this phenomenon:
One is the limited carrying capacity of these side chain projects.
The second is to be diverted by other independent blockchain networks that are not sidechains of Ethereum.
The third is to be diverted by the Layer 2 network based on the principle of Rollups.
First of all, because the security of the side chain is its own responsibility, and its high efficiency is obtained at the expense of some decentralized properties.
Therefore, for security reasons, the funds that users are willing to deposit on the side chain are limited, and the value they can carry is also limited.
Moreover, although the transaction throughput of these side chain projects is several times higher than that of Ethereum, there have also been transaction congestion and even node idleness during peak periods.
Secondly, independent blockchain networks with non-Ethereum side chains such as Solana and Terra have also attracted a lot of funds and users, and their total lock-up value exceeded $10 billion in September and October.
Finally, as the Layer 2 network based on the principle of Rollups is officially launched, some users who value security and decentralization will choose to deposit funds on them.
In summary, Sidechains is gradually no longer the best solution for Layer 2.
Moreover, judging from the data on the chain, the overflow value of ETH that Sidechains can carry seems to be close to the upper limit. As the "True Layer 2" project based on the principle of Rollups is gradually launched, the trend of Sidechains being diverted may continue.
Posted by:CoinYuppie,Reprinted with attribution to:https://coinyuppie.com/will-sidechains-be-the-best-solution-for-layer-2/
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CITIC Securities: The technical characteristics of NFT make it a possible solution to the problem of digital assets
On January 18, CITIC Securities pointed out that the technical characteristics of NFT, such as anti-counterfeiting, right confirmation, traceability, and transaction, are a possible path to solve the problem of digital assets, thereby further building the economic system of the Metaverse. After the explosive growth of NFT artwork and NFT games from July to August last year, the popularity has declined and the transaction volume has dropped. With the increasing attention of the NFT market, domestic companies such as Tencent have successively tried in the NFT field. We believe that the technical characteristics of NFT make it a possible solution to the problem of digital assets, but many issues such as commercialization and subsequent development paths are still unclear, and we need to pay close attention to market uncertainty and policy supervision guidelines. (Securities Times)
Shanghai: Step up research and layout of future virtual world and real social interaction platform
On January 18, "Several Policies and Measures for Shanghai to Expand Effective Investment to Stabilize Economic Development in 2022" was released. It mentioned that the comprehensive promotion of urban digital transformation. Support policy banks, development financial institutions, and commercial banks to establish special "new infrastructure" preferential interest rate credit projects with a scale of more than 100 billion yuan, promote the implementation of the policy of discount interest rates for new infrastructure construction projects, and appropriately extend the policy implementation period to guide social capital to increase Investment in "new infrastructure". Accelerate the deployment and implementation of a number of major demonstration projects of new infrastructure in areas such as hospitals and smart factories in the future, and step up research and deployment of future virtual world and real social interaction platforms. (whip cow)
Italian Securities and Exchange Commission Issues Warning on Crypto Investments
The Italian Securities and Exchange Commission has warned that the increasing number of Italians who are not financially savvy may pose risks to investing in cryptocurrencies, Golden Finance reported. The agency's annual study of Italian investment trends shows a surge in private investor interest in online trading and cryptocurrencies. Private saving in Italy is high, yet financial literacy is low. Italians have more than 1.4 trillion euros in their private bank accounts, so investment potential is huge. But only half of the 2,700 people surveyed could answer basic financial questions. Additionally, nearly 40% of respondents said they received investment advice from friends and family rather than professional advisors. (Financial Times)
The issuance volume of USDC on the Ethereum chain exceeded $40 billion for the first time
Golden Finance reported that on January 17th, according to the latest data, the issuance of USDC on the Ethereum chain exceeded US$40 billion for the first time, which was US$40,291,804,208 at the time of writing. The current total issuance of USDC is about 45.44 billion US dollars. In addition to Ethereum, the issuance of USDC on the Solana chain ranks second with about 4,042,554,443 US dollars.
Bank Negara Malaysia examines demand for digital currencies
On January 17, Malaysia's central bank studied the demand for digital currencies. (Golden Ten)
World's Top Auction House Sotheby's Will Accept Crypto Payments at a Diamond Auction
On January 17, the world's top auction house Sotheby's announced that it will accept BTC, ETH and USDC for the upcoming auction of ultra-rare black diamonds. Previously, Sotheby's had launched a select NFT platform called Sothebys Metaverse. (Coindesk)


NOTE – Mapquest, Google and GPS Directions can be slightly different. There are two "First St(s)" in Windsor Locks. One is spelled out ... First ST.... the other is numeric ... 1st St. There is a "Furst ST" too, which some people have ended up on. There is also a First St in Windsor. I suggest turning off the GPS and using the directions below.
This is the easiest way. I get a lot of calls from people using GPS ending up in the wrong town or on the wrong street. Your choice.
* Go about 1/4 Mile and take a Left on Dexter Rd. Dexter is the third left.
under I-91 and past the Exit 42 Southbound Exit/Entrance on Left.
Dexter is the third left AFTER the I-91 Exit/Entrance Light.
From Boston/ Worcester, Ma. or Albany,NY, - Take the Mass Turnpike (I-90) to Springfield, Mass, Follow Directions Above.
From South Western Connecticut and New York City, Take either I-95, Hutchinson/Merrit Parkway or I-84 East to I- 91 North. Follow Directions from Hartford.


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The decision to self-publish was not taken lightly. Books which are not published by reputable publishers are suspected of being sub-standard, and undoubtedly many are. So are some by the big guys.
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The 'European Youth Capital' (EYC) is an initiative of the European Youth Forum, the largest platform of non-governmental youth organizations in Europe, in cooperation with the European Commission. The title is awarded to a European city for the period of one year, during which it is given the chance to showcase, through a multi-faceted programme, its youth-related cultural, social, political and economic life and development. The first European Youth Capital was Rotterdam (the Netherlands) in 2009. The European Youth Forum (YFJ) has awarded the EYC 2010 title to Turin (Italy), EYC 2011 to Antwerp (Belgium), EYC 2012 to Braga (Portugal) and EYC 2013 Maribor (Slovenia). The title is given to the city that presents a yearly comprehensive program of actions, ideas, suggestions and cooperation for young people on a local, national and European level. Moreover, this initiative doesn't fund construction or infrastructure projects, but a specific program that highlights the features, ideas and dreams of young people.
The title chosen is "Time". Through the word and concept of "time" we aim at expressing the history of the city and its role in South-eastern Europe, as well as its future perspectives, development and transition towards its social revival. Our 2014 programme will be comprised of a wide range of actions, carried out on four pillars: creation, membership, special social groups and new social movements. This way we wish to define the actions, interventions and the context within which we will take initiatives as a municipality, so that in 2014 we will have fully prepared the city and its youth for receiving actions both of a European and an international level.


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Future proposed and essential changes to the currently applied validation process and for the ideal and suitable equipment will be thoroughly and extensively reviewed by the responsible process change committee.
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Middle Purbeck Building Stones – Lower Cretaceous (Lead authors: PS, WGT and JT)
The Purbeck Group comprises the Lulworth Formation (three members) overlain by the Durlston Formation (two Members). The Purbeck Group was deposited over a period of some six million years (146-140my). The relation of these modern names to the traditional Lower, Middle and Upper Purbecks is shown in the chart below, focussing on Building Stones. The Middle Purbeck or "Upper" Building Stones lie within the Stair Hole Member (18-40m) of the Durlston Formation.
The Middle Purbeck limestones were deposited at Mediterranean latitudes in a vast system of brackish to freshwater lagoons and lakes. The shallow water limestone beds sometimes have dinosaur footprints on their upper surfaces.
The Upper Building Stones, or Intermarine Beds, are medium to coarse cross-bedded shelly bioclastic limestones. Small bivalves and gastropods are very common in the upper part.
The Cinder Bed (not a building stone) contains oyster shells with occasional echinoid debris, indicating a brief marine incursion. The base of the Cinder Beds was once assumed to be the base of the Cretaceous but this is now put within the Cypris Freestones.
As the chart shows, there are ten limestone beds quarried within the Intermarine Beds . These are best illustrated by reference to a CD "The Purbeck Limestone Group – Virtual Geology Field Trips to Purbeck limestone quarries in south Dorset" by Dorset's Important Geological Sites Group. This CD can be purchased via http://dorsetrigs.org.uk/publications/
The copyright belongs to Patricia A. Snelgrove on behalf of the Dorset's Important Geological Sites Group.
Some of these limestones are illustrated below – cut slabs, some vertical, some horizontal. (scales vary) .
Text PS & WGT, Images JT April 2017


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Polri reveals illicit trafficking in national network of hard drugs
Bantul – The Criminal Investigation Agency of the Republic of Indonesia Police (Bareskrim Polri) has revealed a case of production and illicit trafficking of hard and dangerous drugs in the West Java-DKI Jakarta, Yogyakarta-East Java-South Kalimantan Special Region, where the manufacturing plant is located in the Yogyakarta area.
The Head of the Public Information Bureau (Karopenmas) of the National Police Public Relations Division, Brigadier General Rusdi Hartono, during a press conference in Yogyakarta, Monday, said that since September 6, the National Police's Narcotics and Criminal Investigation Department has organized enhanced police activities with the code Anti-Pill Koplo targeting producers and traffickers of hard drugs and illegal drugs. dangerous.
"From this enhanced police activity, around September 13 to 15, they succeeded in uncovering illegal traffickers of hard drugs and psychotropics by arresting approximately eight perpetrators," said Brigadier General Rusdi.
According to him, from the hands of the suspects, the police have confiscated evidence of more than five million pills of hard drugs of the type Hexymer, Trihex, DMP, Tramadol, double L, Aprazolam from various crime scenes (TKP) for the arrest of the suspect, namely in Cirebon, Indramayu, Majalengka, Bekasi, and East Jakarta.
"Based on the results of this disclosure, the team from the Directorate of Narcotics Crime, Bareskrim Polri received instructions that the factory rather than the manufacture of this hard and dangerous drug is around the Yogyakarta area," he said.
Karopenmas said that after investigation, the police found out that the drugs were produced in a factory and warehouse located on Jalan IKIP PGRI Sonosewu, Ngestiharjo Village, Kasihan District, Bantul Regency, DIY.
"And this place has been operating since 2018 and is capable of producing approximately two million pills in one day. This is something that we all need to pay attention to because it is related to public health," he said.
According to him, the National Police's Drug Investigation and Crime Investigation Team team in collaboration with the Yogyakarta Regional Police on September 21 also arrested the suspect at the Gudang Kasihan Bantul crime scene, and based on the results of interrogation that there was still one other factory located in the Bayuraden Village Warehouse, Gamping, Sleman Regency, DIY.
The Head of the Criminal Investigation Unit of the National Police, Komjen Pol Agus Hendrianto, said that in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, of course, it was not only the health impact that was felt by the community, but also other accompanying impacts.
"The circulation of these drugs is one of the alternatives that may actually cause health problems to the community, therefore this is one of the operational targets of the National Police and regional Criminal Investigation Units to take action and control," he also said.
Source: (ANTARA)


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Games & Practices may also be on Fridays and Saturdays for all divisions if needed. Game times are 6:30 pm on weekdays and vary on Saturdays (if needed). Eleven year olds in Minors should be players that are not ready for the 50'/70' Division. All Divisions will have approximately 4 practices and 12 games Buddy requests: Managers are allowed to request up to two other coaches and one buddy request is allowed per player...forming teams will NOT be allowed. Requests are not guaranteed and your other coach/buddy must also request you.
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Passionate, skilled people are the foundation of the Canadian Digital Service (CDS). It's a not-so-secret sauce of diverse top external and internal talent, working together in small, multidisciplinary teams.
One key ingredient is people who might not normally have considered working for government. We were confident there were developers, designers, researchers, and product managers who would sign up for a "tour of service" to help people at the scale of country. But to attract and recruit them, we would have to do things differently.
And, there was a catch: we had to do it within the existing rule system. We have no special staffing authorities.
So we have relied on the cooperation, ingenuity, and resourcefulness of our colleagues in human resources. Doreen Gagnon and Caroline Thouin have consistently set the tone with their leadership. They focus on what we need to do and help us problem-solve. And we have benefited from the tremendous support of Émilie Payant, Mounir El-Alami, David Cairns, Émilie Fortin, Julienne Hajdu, Karine Allard, Émilie Morin, and Amanda Marcellus on a range of recruitments and talent initiatives. Day in, day out, they help us get the job done. They tackle problems creatively, they are very responsive when we need to move quickly, and they give us great advice.
With their help, we've been able to grow our multidisciplinary team from 15 to 60 in 18 months. Here are a few examples of how we've done that.
We hired in new or emerging (to government) disciplines like design and product management, using existing job categories. We are now working with our HR colleagues and the Office of the Chief Human Resource Officer (OCHRO) on job descriptions and classification alignment for the longer term (more on that soon!).
We recruited a CEO through a process that was agnostic on staffing mechanism (e.g. appointment or Interchange), had a job poster written in language that would resonate with potential candidates (e.g. "obsessed with users"), included an Ask Me Anything-style session for shortlisted candidates, and used a rolling rather than fixed-date application and evaluation process. Read more about it in former Senior Advisor Lena Trudeau's reflections on recruiting our CEO.
We brought in the first-ever federal Code for Canada team. Our colleagues helped us figure out the Interchange for this new fellowship program. OCHRO later made it possible for any federal department to hire a group of fellows. If you want to learn more, policy manager John Millons has the details.
We've hired from abroad with the support of the Global Skills Strategy run out of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada. Our former Manager of Operations, Meera Makim-Cunningham, wrote about how we did that. Our HR colleagues have helped us explore and master every nook and cranny of the relocation provisions (both the overall National Joint Council directive and the Interchange-specific provisions).
Almost every hire we make is different and covers new staffing terrain in one way or another. We've used nearly every conceivable staffing instrument at our disposal. And here's the thing: every time we bring a new case or question, or seek to push the envelope in a new way, the reaction from our HR colleagues is constructive. Whatever we throw their way, the response is always "Okay, let's figure this out," not "You can't do that." They give us options and help us weigh them. We often have a good laugh about it: "here we go again".
Today, our relationship is closer than ever. Émilie Payant co-locates with our team two days a week, and we have a shared Slack channel for (unclassified!) status checks and questions.
The Human Resources Directorate here at TBS has helped us assemble the kind of team we were mandated to build.
To Émilie, Caroline, and the whole team — thank you for meeting the needs of your users so well. Talent is the engine that drives CDS, and we couldn't do it without you.


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Three Women Entrepreneurs Release Music App
Jan 30, 2018 | Entertainment
Women in Maryland start Mobile App to help people find live local music
BOWIE, MD, January 30, 2018 /24-7PressRelease/ — There is a new way to find live local music! Three Maryland women recently released an app called Musique Live. This app was the result of a brainstorm by two of the founders, Kathi Wilson and Tamera Campbell, who were trying to find somewhere to go dancing on a Saturday night. "We were going from venue website to venue website, trying to find someplace to go – we realized that it was too much work to find live music to see – we knew there had to be a better way," states Tamera Campbell.
That was when they called in Tara Wilson, their developer. A graduate of NYU with a Masters Degree in Computer Science from Cornell Tech, she wrote the app and also created the event scraping technology and the database. One of the youngest ever graduates of Cornell Tech, Tara represents a new wave of women app developers in what has long been a male dominated field.
The app lists all of the live music shows playing in the area, which start from closest to the users location and moves outward to a distance of 50 miles. The app utilizes videos to help users decide what to see and allows searching by artist, venue, genre and price to find the best fit.
The iOS app was released in April of 2017 and the Android version was released in December of that year and the apps have grown to 1,000 users through word of mouth and a lot of promotional live music show visits by the ladies. "We knew we were on the right track when we started visiting bars and talking to people who said that they need this app," said Kathi Wilson.
Currently the app covers venues in Maryland, Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia but the ladies are interested in expanding coverage to move up the East Coast in the near future. As Tara Wilson said, "This is an exciting dynamic, working with an all woman team to create an app. We are looking forward to seeing where it takes us."
You can view live local music and access the app links at www.musiqueliveapp.com or to contact Musique live email us at [email protected]
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