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There Will Never Be Another Fifth Element
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Twenty years ago, Besson blew the doors off cinema with his 23rd-century thriller "Fifth Element" about a flying-cab driver, an alien beauty, and a quest to save the world. Fifth Element stars Bruce Willis, Chris Tucker, Milla Jovovich, and more look back for the film's anniversary in "There Will Never Be Another Fifth Element".
By his mid-30s, director Luc Besson had earned a reputation for art-house hits like The Big Blue and La Femme Nikita, and even made inroads in Hollywood with the Jean Reno/Natalie Portman thriller The Professional. But he'd never attempted anything in the realm of big-budget sci-fi — even though The Fifth Element was in many ways his first love, dreamed up when he was still a teenager: the fantastical tale of a taciturn New York cabbie-turned-guardian of the galaxy; a beautiful, inscrutable Supreme Being; and one very special set of stones. Read the article at Entertainment Weekly.
The Fifth Element is a 1997 English-language French science-fiction action film directed and co-written by Luc Besson. It stars Bruce Willis, Gary Oldman and Milla Jovovich. Primarily set in the 23rd century, the film's central plot involves the survival of planet Earth, which becomes the responsibility of Korben Dallas (Willis), a taxicab driver and former special forces major, after a young woman (Jovovich) falls into his cab. Dallas joins forces with her to recover four mystical stones essential for the defence of Earth against an impending attack.
Besson started writing the story that became The Fifth Element when he was 16 years old; he was 38 when the film opened in cinemas. Read more at Wikipedia.
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Is McConaughey Really Playing Randall Flagg in The Stand?
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By Ryan Turek
In August, there were rumblings that Matthew McConaughey was being considered to play Randall Flagg in Josh Boone's adaptation of The Stand. Now, this outlet is saying that is closer to becoming a reality.
Boone previously helmed The Fault in Our Stars and, recently, the director was quoted as saying Warner Bros. is now looking to get four films based on The Stand. If they wound up landing McConaughey, I can now see why they'd like to get as many films as possible.
Flagg has been a recurring character in much of King's work, sometimes appearing in different guises, but he first appeared in his 1978 novel "The Stand" and then became the primary antagonist of his serialized "The Dark Tower" (which also has been in development to become a feature film or serialized television show).
Jamey Sheridan played the role of the character in the 1994 television mini-series directed by Mick Garris, and Flagg has been brought to the comics in recent years with Marvel adaptations of both King works.
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BRAKING ARRANGEMENT AND BRAKING MANOUVRE MEANS
The invention relates to a brake assembly for a machine, comprising a locking element arranged to interact with an axle exiting from a gear box. The gear box comprises at least two gears.
Carlsson, Sven-åke (Klaraborgsvägen 7 Eskilstuna, S-632 39, SE)
Karlsson, Bo (Ostra Knall PL 1353E Eskilstuna, S-635 08, SE)
PCT/SE1999/000797
VOLVO WHEEL LOADERS AB (Eskilstuna, S-631 85, SE)
B60T1/00; B60T13/22; F16D49/00; F16D59/02; F16D63/00; F16H3/093; F16H63/48; (IPC1-7): B60T1/06; B60T13/22; F16D59/02; F16D63/00
WO1993009981A1
Berg S. A. (Albihns Patentbyrå Stockholm AB P.O. Box 5581 Stockholm, S-114 85, SE)
Stenström J. (Albihns Patentbyrå Stockholm AB P.O. Box 5581 Stockholm, S-114 85, SE)
1. Brake arrangement for a machine (4), comprising a locking element (32) which is adapted to engage with an output shaft (8) from a gearbox (2), which gearbox (2) comprises at least two gearwheels (2025) in order to obtain different gears and a gear clutch (2631) provided for each gearwheel (2025) and adapted to engage and disengage the respective gearwheel (2025) depending on the operating conditions of the machine (4), characterized in that a control unit (44) is arranged so as to control the gear clutches (2631) so that they simultaneously engage at least two of the gearwheels (2025) so as thus to brake the output shaft (8), and in that the control unit (44) is arranged so as to control the locking element (32) so that the locking element (32) engages with the output shaft (8) when the output shaft (8) is at a standstill, the result of which is that the output shaft (8) is prevented from rotating when the locking element (32) engages with the output shaft (8).
2. Brake arrangement according to Claim 1, characterized in that the locking element (32) is springloaded by means of a spring (36) so as to engage with the output shaft (8), and in that a means (42) is adapted to counteract the spring (36) so as to bring the locking element (32) out of engagement with the output shaft (8).
3. Brake arrangement according to Claim 2, characterized in that said means is a cylinder (42) which is controlled by an actuator valve (40).
4. Brake arrangement according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the locking element (32) is adapted to engage positively between at least two teeth (38) of a gearwheel (34) arranged on the output shaft (8).
5. Brakeoperating assembly for a machine (4), comprising a first and a second brake pedal (54,56) which are interconnected with one another, and a first valve element (58) which is connected to the first brake pedal (54) and is arranged so as to control the flow of hydraulic fluid from a pressure source (62) to brake cylinders (64,66) of the machine (4), characterized in that a second valve element (60) is connected to the second brake pedal (56) and is arranged so as to control the flow of hydraulic fluid from the pressure source (62) to the brake cylinders (64,66) of the machine (4), and in that the connection between the first and the second brake pedal (54,56) consists of at least one connecting line (70) for hydraulic fluid arranged between the first and the second valve element (58,60).
6. Brakeoperating assembly according to Claim 5, characterized in that a shuttle valve (72) is arranged in the connecting line (70), which shuttle valve (72) closes the connection between the second valve element (60) and the brake cylinders (64) when the first valve element (58) is activated by the first brake pedal (58), and vice versa.
7. Brakeoperating assembly according to Claim 5 or 6, characterized in that the shuttle valve (72) is arranged in a first brake line (74) which is connected to the brake cylinders (64) which are located on a first wheel axle (76) of the machine (4).
8. Brakeoperating assembly according to any one of Claims 57, characterized in that the first valve element (58) comprises a first and a second slide valve (78,80) which are arranged in such a manner that the first slide valve (78) controls the second slide valve (80) when the first slide valve (78) is activated by the first brake pedal (54).
9. Brakeoperating assembly according to Claim 8, characterized in that the first slide valve (78) is connected to the shuttle valve (72), and in that the second slide valve (80) is connected via a second brake line (82) to the brake cylinders (66) which are located on a second wheel axle (84) of the machine (4).
10. Brakeoperating assembly according to any one of Claims 59, characterized in that a pilot line (86) for hydraulic fluid is arranged between the first and the second valve element (58,60), so that, when the second valve element (60) is activated by the second brake pedal (56), the first valve element (58) will be activated by the hydraulic fluid in the pilot line (86).
Braking arrangement and braking manouvre means The present invention relates to a brake arrangement according to the precharacterizing clause of Patent Claim 1, and also a brake-operating assembly according to the precharacterizing clause of Patent Claim 5.
Brake arrangements of machines, such a wheeled loaders, dumpers and the like, are used to brake the movement of the machine and to prevent the machine from moving from a standstill. Such a brake arrangement is generally referred to as a parking brake. Some machines, such as wheeled loaders and dumpers, are provided with two brake pedals which are positioned in such a manner in a driver's cab of the machine that the driver can use either the right foot or the left foot to brake the machine.
It is previously known to arrange a brake arrangement in the form of a multiplate clutch on the output transmission shaft of a wheeled loader. The multiplate clutch functions as a parking brake and comprises a number of plates surrounded by a fluid present in the multiplate brake. When the parking brake is activated, the plates bear against discs in the multiplate brake so that the plates and thus the output transmission shaft are secured by means of friction. When the parking brake is deactivated, the plates are not in contact with the discs in the multiplate brake but rotate freely in the surrounding fluid. It has been found, however, that the viscous losses in the known brake arrangement are considerable when the parking brake is deactivated and the vehicle is driven forwards, which losses lead to increased fuel consumption of the machine. The viscous losses occur when the plates rotate in the surrounding fluid.
It is also previously known to arrange a mechanical connection in the form of a connecting shaft between
two brake pedals of a wheeled loader. The first brake pedal is connected to a valve which is arranged so as to control the flow of hydraulic fluid from a pressure source to brake cylinders of the machine. When the second brake pedal is pressed down, the valve connected to the first pedal will be acted on by virtue of the fact that the connecting shaft between the brake pedals ensures that the first brake pedal is pressed down. The disadvantage of this known brake-operating assembly is that the connecting rod occupies space on the floor of the driver's cab.
One object of the present invention is to produce a brake arrangement which is essentially loss-free when the brake arrangement is activated.
This is achieved by means of a brake arrangement of the type indicated in the introduction, which has the features according to the characterizing part of Claim 1.
Such a brake arrangement results in imperceptible losses because the locking element engages with the output shaft only when the machine is at a standstill and there is no contact between these components when the output shaft is rotating. The result of this is that the locking element does not cause any power losses during operation of the machine. By simultaneously engaging the gear clutches for the respective gear steps, braking of the vehicle can be brought about by means of the brake arrangement. The brake arrangement can thus be used as a parking brake which is activated when the machine is driving along or at a standstill.
Another object of the present invention is to produce a brake-operating assembly which eliminates a mechanical connection between two brake pedals and thus affords free floor space in a driver's cab.
This is achieved by means of a brake-operating assembly of the type indicated in the introduction, which has the features according to the characterizing part of Claim 5.
Such a brake-operating assembly allows a free floor space between the brake pedals, which increases the mobility of the driver and thus affords the driver greater comfort. The brake-operating assembly according to the invention also affords a simpler construction and thus easier mounting in the machine. The brake- operating assembly also leads to greater safety because a valve element is arranged at each brake pedal.
The invention will be described in greater detail below with the aid of exemplary embodiments shown in the appended figures, in which Fig. 1 shows a diagrammatic, partly sectioned view of the transmission of a machine with a brake arrangement according to the present invention, Fig. 2 shows a diagrammatic perspective view of a locking element according to the present invention, and Fig. 3 shows a brake-operating assembly according to the present invention.
Fig. 1 shows an exemplary embodiment of a brake arrangement 1 according to the present invention. The brake arrangement 1 is arranged in the gearbox 2 of a machine 4, such as a wheeled loader, dumper or similar contractor's machine. The gearbox 2 is known per se and is of what is known as the power shift type which, in the exemplary embodiment shown, comprises an input shaft 6 from an engine (not shown) and an output shaft 8 which is connected to the drive shafts 10 of the machine. A torque converter 12 is arranged-on the input shaft 6. Arranged in the gearbox 2 are a first, a second and a third shaft 14,16 and 18 respectively
which each bear a number of gearwheels 20-25 which are mounted on the respective shaft 14,16 and 18. The output shaft 8 is connected to the third shaft 18. To connect the gearwheels 20-25 to the shafts 14,16 and 18, a gear clutch 26-30 is provided for each gearwheel 20-25. The gearbox 2 shown has four gear steps which are indicated by the numbers 1-4 within circles in Fig.
1. The gearwheels 26 and 27 are intended for forward and reverse gear, which gears are indicated by the letters F and B in Fig. 1. To change the gear in the gearbox 2, one of the gearwheels 20-25 is engaged by means of its associated gear clutch 26-30 at the same time as another gearwheel is disengaged by means of its associated gear clutch. How the changing takes place in a power shift gearbox is known to the expert in the field, for which reason it is not described in greater detail here.
The brake arrangement 1 comprises a locking element 32 which is adapted to engage with a gearwheel 34 arranged on the output shaft 8. Fig. 2 shows diagrammatically how such a locking element 32 can be designed. In the figure, the locking element 32 has taken up a locked position, a pressure spring 36 having inserted the locking element 32 between two teeth 38 on the gearwheel 34. In this locked position, the output shaft 8 from the gearbox 2 is prevented from rotating, which means that the machine 4 cannot move. The locking element 32 functions as a parking brake and is intended to engage in the gearwheel 34 when the machine 4 has stopped and is at a standstill. The parking brake can, however, be activated while the machine is moving. To free the locking element 32 and thus release the parking brake, an actuator valve 40 is activated, which allows hydraulic fluid to pass to a cylinder 42 which brings the locking element 32 out of engagement with the gearwheel 34.
A control unit 44 connected to the actuator valve 40 receives signals on the one hand from a parking brake- operating means 46, such as a push-button or a lever, and on the other hand from a sensor 48 which measures the speed of the machine 4. The locking element 32 can be activated by the parking brake-operating means 46 when the machine 4 is driving along. When the machine 4 has subsequently stopped and the sensor 48 sends signals to the control unit 44 that the speed is zero, the cylinder 42 in Fig. 2 will be emptied by the valve 40 being set to the position shown in Fig. 2. The pressure spring 36 then inserts the locking element 32 between the teeth 38 of the gearwheel 34, so that the locking element bears against the flanks of the teeth 38.
In the event that the brake arrangement 1 is activated using the parking brake-operating means 46 when the machine 4 is driving along, as described above, the speed of the machine 4 must thus be braked down to zero in order for the locking element 32 to be capable of engaging in the gearwheel 34. This braking is brought about by the control unit 44 sending signals to two different gear clutches 26-31 in the gearbox 2, so that the output shaft 8 from the gearbox 2 is braked. The gear clutches 26-31 consist of multiplate clutches, which means that the braking of the output shaft 8 takes place proportionally to the pressure applied to the plates. The control unit is thus connected to the gear clutches 26-31, as shown in Fig. 1. Only two gear clutches 26-31 are connected to the control unit 44 in Fig. 1, but it is of course possible for all the gear clutches 26-31 to be connected to the control unit 44.
If the parking brake-operating means 46 is activated when the machine 4 is driving along, the control unit 44 will thus receive information that the machine 4 is driving along. The control unit 44 then activates two gear clutches 26-31 in the gearbox 2, for example the gear clutches 28,29 for first and second gear, after
which the machine 4 will be braked. The control unit 44 subsequently receives information that the machine 4 is at a standstill, after which the locking element 32 can be activated by the control unit 44.
The actuator valve 40 is electrically controlled and spring-loaded, so that the actuator valve 40 takes up the position shown in Fig. 2 when the power supply to the actuator valve 40 ceases. In this position, the cylinder 42 is drained of hydraulic fluid to a tank 50.
As the pressure spring 36 acts with a pressing force on the locking element 32, the pressure spring 36 will guide the locking element 32 in the direction towards the gearwheel 34 when the cylinder 42 is drained. The locking element 32 will thus engage in the gearwheel 34 when the power supply to the actuator valve 40 ceases.
The locking element 32 is designed in such a manner that it will bounce on the teeth 38 if the force acting against the spring 36 disappears when the output shaft 8 is rotating, which can occur if no power is being supplied to the actuator valve 40.
The functioning of the actuator valve 40 means that the locking element 32 always engages in the output shaft 8 when the machine 4 is at a standstill and the engine is switched off, irrespective of whether the parking brake-operating means 46 is activated or not.
If a neutral gear position is selected, that is to say no gear in the gearbox 2 is engaged or activated, and the parking brake-operating means 46 is not activated, the control unit 44 will send signals to the gear clutches 26-31 when the machine has stopped, so that the gearwheels 20-25 of which the gear clutches 26-31 are applied brake and secure the machine 4.
When the engine of the machine 4 is started, two gear clutches 26-31 will always be activated in order to secure the machine 4 irrespective of the position of a
gear lever (not shown) for the gearbox 2. In order to activate the gear clutches 26-31 and also the locking element 32, so as thus to allow the machine 4 to be capable of driving along, the gear lever must be shifted into a neutral position.
In order to tow the machine 4, the locking element 32

 and the gear clutches 26-31 must be released. If the engine is switched on, there is a bridging function in the electrical system of the machine 4, which provides a completely disengaged transmission. In the event of power loss or when the engine is switched off, it is possible to release the locking element 32 mechanically by means of an adjusting screw on the outside of the gearbox 2.
Above, a locking element 32 has been described, which engages in a gearwheel 34 arranged on the output shaft 8. However, it is also possible to provide a locking element 32 which engages directly with the output shaft 8, such as a dry friction multiplate clutch or a jaw clutch (not shown).
Fig. 3 shows a brake-operating assembly 52 for a machine 4, such as a wheeled loader, dumper or similar contractor's machine. The brake-operating assembly 52 comprises a first and a second brake pedal 54 and, respectively, 56. A first valve element 58 is connected to the first brake pedal 54 and a second valve element 60 is connected to the second brake pedal 56. The first

 and second valve elements 58 and 60 are arranged so as to control the flow of hydraulic fluid from a pressure source 62 to brake cylinders 64 and 66, which are arranged at the wheels 68 of the machine 4, in order to brake the machine 4. Arranged between the first and the second brake pedal 54 and 56 is a connection which consists of a connecting line 70 for hydraulic fluid arranged between the first and the second valve element.
A shuttle valve 72 is arranged in the connecting line 70, which shuttle valve 72 closes the connection between the second valve element 60 and the brake cylinders 64 when the first valve element 58 is activated by the first brake pedal 54. When the second valve element 60 is activated by the second brake pedal 56, the shuttle valve 72 closes the connection between the first valve element 58 and the brake cylinders 64.
According to the exemplary embodiment shown in Fig. 3, the shuttle valve 72 is arranged in a first brake line 74 which is connected to the brake cylinders 64 which are located on a first wheel axle 76 of the machine 4.
The first wheel axle 76 may be a rear axle of the machine 4.
The first valve element 58 comprises a first and a second slide valve 78 and, respectively, 80 which are arranged in such a manner that the first slide valve 78 controls the second slide valve 80 when the first slide

 valve 78 is activated by the first brake pedal 54. As shown in Fig. 3, this control can be mechanical.
The first slide valve 78 is connected to the shuttle valve 72 and the second slide valve 80 is connected via a brake line 82 to the brake cylinders 66 which are located on a second wheel axle 84 of the machine 4. The second wheel axle 84 may be a front axle of the machine 4.
A pilot line 86 for hydraulic fluid is arranged between the first and the second valve element 58 and 60, so that, when the second valve element 60 is activated by the second brake pedal 56, the first valve element 60 will be activated by the hydraulic fluid in the pilot line 86.
The brake pedals 54 and 56 are preferably positioned next to one another on the floor in a driver's cab (not shown) of the machine 4. The connecting line 70, the shuttle valve 72 and the pilot line 86 are then positioned under the floor, so that a free space is formed on the floor between the brake pedals 54 and 56.
The brake-operating assembly 52 according to the invention is redundant, that is to say if one valve element 58 or 60 breaks down, the machine 4 can still be braked by the second valve element 58 or 60. If the pressure source 62 should break down, accumulators 88 are provided, which contain hydraulic fluid under

 pressure. By means of the accumulators 88, the machine 4 can be braked in spite of the fact that the pressure source is non-functional.
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The European Commission on Thursday said it launched an infringement procedure against Hungary, as well as Estonia, Malta and the Netherlands, because it did not "correctly transpose" European Union regulation on the fight against fraud affecting the EU budget.
The EU's executive body sent the countries letters "of formal notice", marking the start of infringement procedures. The member states have two months to respond or the EC could take the procedures to the next level.
The Prime Minister's Office said late Thursday the issues raised by the EC on the matter are related to the interpretation of the criminal code.
"These technical issues are not part of the negotiations between Hungary and the Commission over the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) [and] are being resolved at expert level",
the office added.
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Meanwhile, the foreign minister said that Hungary's government has reacted to changes in the world, such as the coronavirus pandemic, the economic crisis and the war in Ukraine, with "uncompromising" commitment to representing national interests and strengthening self-defence. Péter Szijjártó told the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe in Turin on Friday that
the 21st century seems to turn out differently from what was expected.
Hungary will continue to promote national interests in defending physical, economic and energy security, as well as in protecting Christianity, culture, families and the home, he said. The war in Ukraine is a serious security risk for Hungary, a neighbouring country, which has a vested interest in restoring peace in the region, he said. At the same time, sanctions should hit those targeted the most, he said.
On the issue of family protection, Szijjártó said Hungary defined the family as the Judeo-Christian culture has done for thousands of years, by saying that the father is a man, the mother a woman, and children are raised by their parents, he said.
Hungary respects if other countries want to live differently, and expects the same for others,
he said. Unless the world is able to return to the principle of mutual respect in international relations, the challenges facing the world will be exacerbated, he said.
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Q: How to create an array of objects containing multiple key-value pairs in typescript I am getting response from my server as an array of objects shown below:
[
    {_from: "A/1", _to: "A/2", status:"ok"},
    {_from: "A/2", _to: "A/3", status:"ok"},
    {_from: "A/1", _to: "A/3", status:"ok"}
]

I would like to convert this into an array as shown below in Typescript:
[
    {from: 1, to: 2},
    {from: 2, to: 3},
    {from: 1, to: 3}
]

I am a newbie in TypeScript and getting confused with the concept of the key-value pair. Any help with this is highly appreciated. Thanks!

A: This is how you can do it, using JavaScript/TypeScript's Array.map(). You can iterate through the array, and split the values, and return the required object.

const a = [{_from: "A/1", _to: "A/2", status:"ok"},
{_from: "A/2", _to: "A/3", status:"ok"},
{_from: "A/1", _to: "A/3", status:"ok"}];

const res = a.map(({_from, _to}) => ({
  from: (_from.split('/'))[1],
  to: (_to.split('/'))[1],
}));

console.log(res);

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Platform News – Greenpeace regrets beaching of Rongdhonu (ex Rainbow Warrior II)
Published in November 15th, 2018
The NGO Shipbreaking Platform regrets that the Rongdhonu, former Greenpeace Rainbow Warrior II, has been sold for scrapping on the beaches of Chittagong, Bangladesh. Greenpeace International had donated their former flagship to another NGO, Friendship, for use as a hospital ship in Bangladesh. This NGO sold the vessel for breaking in Chittagong under supervision of Greenpeace.
Greenpeace has issued a statement of regret and of their full support for the NGO Shipbreaking Platform's campaign to get ship recycling off the beach. Indeed, Greenpeace campaigned on this issue for many years.
The NGO Shipbreaking Platform, an alliance of human rights, labour, and environmental non-governmental organizations working internationally to raise the standard of ship recycling, agrees with the European Union (EU) that ship recycling must take place off the beach and in safe, secure facilities that the EU has listed based on environmental and social criteria. We will continue to work with leaders in the industry and governments to reform the shipping industry's substandard practices that every year cause fatalities, occupational disease, and irreparable harm to the marine environment.
Platform News – Violence reaches new level: shipbreaking yard's private security personnel fire shots and injure seven people
In the morning of 28 March, shipbreaking worker Sumon was killed on a private road inside Kabir Steel yard located North of Bangladesh's major port city, Chittagong…. Read More
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Press Release – Norwegian Central Bank excludes companies from government Pension Fund Global because of their beaching practices
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Q: Convert PWM to TTL signal via IC or circuit I'm fairly new to TTL logic. I have a PWM output 0-3.3V that I need to convert to a TTL 5V logic as the sensor only accepts a TTL signal.
Is there an IC that would do this or a circuit I can build?

A: Check the specification of your 'TTL' input. Two items to look for:

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*Is it truly 'TTL' or is it 'CMOS' 5V?

*Does it have a pull-up to 5V? (measure with a voltmeter to check.)

If it is truly 5V TTL, it will have an input-high specification of just 2.0V. If there's no pull-up to 5V you're in luck: your 0-3.3V signal will just plug and play, without translation.
If however the input is 5V 'CMOS', it will have an input-high level of about 2/3 Vcc, or 3.3V. There's no margin left so your 3.3V swing input won't work. In this case you'll need a level translator.
In either case, if your 5V input has a pull up, even if it accepts 'TTL' level, there will be a leak path between the pull-up and your 3.3V supply. You'll need a translator to break the leak path.
The no-brainer way: use a buffer IC that accepts the smaller swing and makes a bigger one.

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*74HCT125, powered by 5V. Accepts 3.3V logic, makes 5V push-pull swing.

*74LVC07 open-drain, powered by 3.3V and pulled up with 5V on the receiving end. Makes 5V swing with pull-up.

There's other solutions but I think these will be the most straightforward and robust.

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I have a PWM output 0-3.3V and I need to convert it to a TTL 5V logic

Almost certainly your 3.3 volt signal will be just fine connected to TTL. The TTL lower voltage threshold for a logic 1 signal is around 2 volts and, the upper voltage threshold for logic 0 is about 0.8 volts.
Hence if your input signal goes from 0.5 volts to 2.5 volts (there or thereabouts) it will meet TTL input levels with some small clearance. Clearly, a 3.3 volt level and something close to 0 volts won't have a problem.


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Deal Almost Agreed! This Chelsea Superstar wants to remain at Stamford Bridge; request new deal
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Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas has said he wants to extend his contract at Stamford Bridge beyond summer of 2019 according to Evening Standard.
The Spaniard joined the West London club from Barcelona in a move worth about £30million three seasons ago.
And he's since played up to 142 matches on the way to helping them win three major trophies, including two English Premier League crowns.
Cesc Fabregas has started eight matches this League season, due to injuries to France international N'Golo Kante and summer signing Tiemoue Bakayoko.
The 30-year-old has revealed his intent to commit his plating future to Chelsea, with over 18 months left on his current contract.
Fabregas told Evening Standard he would like to renew his deal because Chelsea is a club that has always treated him well.
He said he believes the supporters have a lot of respect for him and he does as well.
The former Arsenal star says he has no concerns about his recent form dropping off as he is aging.
The Barcelona Academy graduate has made 38 assists and 12 goals in the Premier League for the West London club, but he turned 30years in May, and the Blues, who are thought to be in no rush to begin negotiations, have a club policy whereby players are offered just one-year contract extensions once they are 30 years.
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Newcastle Replace Ex-Chelsea Manager With Steve Bruce
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Premier League club Newcastle United have appointed Steve Bruce as their new manager ahead of the new season scheduled to start in the next three weeks.
Steve Bruce has bagged the Newcastle United job shortly after he resigned from his post as the manager of English Championship club Sheffield Wednesday.
His new appointment was confirmed by Newcastle United earlier on Wednesday.
The former Manchester United defender has put pen to paper on a three-year contract until the end of the 2021/22 season.
Newcastle United had been without a manager since former Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez left the club at the end of last month.
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Benitez left his job as the Newcastle United manager at the end of his contract with the Magpies.
He has since joined Chinese Super League (CSL) outfit Dalian Yifang as their manager.
The Spaniard has been offered a contract worth £12m on a yearly basis in his new job.
Rafael Benitez was briefly the Chelsea manager during the second half of the 2011/12 season.
He helped Chelsea to the Europa League title at the end of that season.
Newcastle United was his third club in the Premier League after the duo of Chelsea and reigning European champions Liverpool.
PSG Turn Down Swap Deal For Chelsea Target
French Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint Germain (PSG) have turned down a swap deal for star player Neymar according to the latest reports from the Spanish media.
Chelsea target Neymar wants to return to Barcelona this summer after two years in Paris.
According to the specific report from Spanish publication AS, PSG are adamant that Neymar won't leave the club this summer for anything less than the €222m (£200m).
Barcelona offered €40m plus the attacking duo of Philippe Coutinho and Ousmane Dembele and it was rejected by PSG immediately.
Coutinho and Dembele have not been able to light up the Nou Camp since their respective big money transfers to Barcelona.
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Philippe Coutinho signed for Barcelona from Premier League club Liverpool at the start of last year, while Ousmane Dembele joined the Catalans from German Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund.
Barcelona are willing to let the two players join PSG in exchange for Neymar who has publicly admitted that he should not have left the Nou Camp in 2017.
He became the most expensive player in world football after PSG activated the €222m release clause in his then contract at Barcelona.
Since his move to Paris, Neymar has scored 51 goals for his French club.
Bournemouth Ready To Let Chelsea Target Leave For Free
Premier League club Bournemouth have decided to let winger Ryan Fraser leave the club on a free transfer when his contract expires next summer.
This is according to the publication from the Daily Express which revealed that Bournemouth is not desperate to sell Ryan Fraser this summer despite the numerous interest in him.
Scottish international Fraser has been linked with a lot of Premier League clubs this summer.
West London giants Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal, London and Manchester United have all been linked with the petite winger.
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Ryan Fraser has one year left on his current deal with Bournemouth at the moment and the Cherries could lose his services for free next summer if he does not sign a new deal.
The 25-year-old has been a very good player for Bournemouth since joining the club from Scottish Premiership giants Aberdeen.
Ryan Fraser scored seven goals in the Premier League last season in addition to the provision of 14 assists for his teammates.
He was the second highest assist provider during the 2018/19 season with 14 assists behind Eden Hazard who had 15 assists for Chelsea last season.
Eden Hazard has since left Chelsea for Real Madrid this summer in a deal reported to be around €100m.
New Chelsea Signing Requests One Favour From Frank Lampard
Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic has made a request to new club manager Frank Lampard as he tries to take his game to the next level.
In his latest interview as monitored by popular media outlet Metro, Mateo Kovacic asked new Chelsea manager Frank Lampard to guide him on how to score goals.
Frank Lampard was a goalscoring machine during his time as a Chelsea player after he scored 211 goals in 13 years.
The 41-year-old is still the all-time leading goalscorer at the club whom he joined from fellow London club West Ham United in 2001.
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Frank Lampard left Chelsea at the end of his contract in 2014 and he went on to play for Premier League champions Manchester City and Major League Soccer (MLS) club New York City FC before he announced his retirement.
Mateo Kovacic was on loan at Chelsea for the whole of last season before the Blues made his move permanent in a €50m deal.
The Croatian World Cup star didn't find the back of the net throughout the season including 30 Premier League appearances.
He had just two assists to
Callum Hudson-Odoi Promised Important Chelsea Role
Newly appointed Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has urged young winger Callum Hudson-Odoi to stay and be a part of his plans at Chelsea.
According to the Chelsea legend, Callum Hudson-Odoi can be central to his plans at the club.
Frank Lampard spoke about the England international player during the preseason tour of Dublin.
The former Chelsea midfielder was speaking ahead of the friendly with St. Patrick Athletic.
He said that it's too early to make promises but his desire is for Callum Hudson-Odoi to be an important player for his Chelsea team.
Callum Hudson-Odoi came through the ranks at Chelsea before making his debut for the Blues last year.
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The 18-year-old has impressed in the Chelsea team since he appeared in his first game.
Immediate past Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri didn't play him like he would have liked in the last campaign and that seems to have cast doubt in his mind.
Hudson-Odoi was seriously linked with German Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich in January but the Blues were able to repel several bids from the Bavarian giants for him.
The player also submitted a transfer request which was turned down immediately.
Callum Hudson-Odoi is ready to sign a new contract but he wants more responsibilities in the team.
He has one year left on his current deal at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea Star Gives Verdict On Frank Lampard
Chelsea forward Pedro Rodriguez has given his thoughts on the new managerial regime of Frank Lampard.
Former Chelsea midfielder was recently appointed the new manager.
In his recent interview monitored by popular media outlet Metro, Pedro Rodriguez revealed how he has enjoyed the start to life under Frank Lampard.
According to him, the intensity of training has been very good.
Pedro Rodriguez would certainly target more minutes under Frank Lampard than the one he got from the last managerial era under Maurizio Sarri.
The Spanish international star scored eight goals and also added two assists in 21 Premier League starts and 10 substitute appearances.
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Pedro also scored in the Europa League final as Chelsea ended last season with a trophy by beating London rivals Arsenal 4-1.
The Spaniard has a big opportunity to stake a claim for a permanent spot in the starting XI this season especially with the exit of Eden Hazard.
The Belgian international has left the club for Spanish giants Real Madrid for a club-record deal worth £88m excluding bonuses.
He will have to contend with new signing Christian Pulisic who's seen as the direct replacement for the aforementioned Hazard.
Chelsea paid £57.1m to sign him from Borussia Dortmund in January and he's expected to join his new team this summer.
Neymar: Real Madrid Supremo Registers Interest In Chelsea Target
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly interested in signing Paris Saint Germain (PSG) attacker Neymar during this summer's transfer window.
According to Sky Sports, Real Madrid and Perez are ready to rival Spanish La Liga champions Barcelona for Neymar who has already told PSG officials that he wants to leave the club this summer.
Neymar joined PSG from Barcelona two years ago and his keen to return to the Nou Camp.
PSG sporting director Leonardo has already confirmed that Barcelona have made contact with them about the possibility of signing Neymar.
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The French giants have reservations about the Barcelona interest with PSG officials not sure whether the Catalans have the necessary financial capacity to sign Neymar.
The Brazilian national team talisman signed for PSG in 2017 after the French giants activated the €222m (£200m) release clause in his then contract at the Nou Camp thus making him the most expensive player ever.
Since his transfer to PSG, Neymar has scored 51 goals in 58 appearances for the French capital club in all competitions.
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French Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint Germain (PSG) have confirmed the interest of Barcelona in star player Neymar.
According to Sky Sports News, Barcelona have contacted PSG over the possibility of signing Neymar this summer.
The Barcelona interest was revealed by the PSG sporting director Leonardo.
Brazilian footballer turned administrator returned to PSG this summer after six years.
He was the PSG sporting director at the start of the project at the club under the guidance of the new owners.
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He revealed that Barcelona have contacted the French giants over long-term Chelsea target Neymar.
PSG, however, have reservations about Barcelona and whether the Spanish champions have the funds to pull off a deal for Neymar who's keen to leave the French capital club this summer.
Neymar has refused to return to training in an attempt to force a move away from the club this summer after two years.
He wants to return to Barcelona two years after he left the club for PSG in a controversial manner.
Neymar is the most expensive player in world football as a result of that transfer from Barcelona to PSG in 2017.
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The Reality Checkup
'Men, me included, are very good at avoiding issues with their health for fear of getting an answer they don't want to hear …Exercise, eat well, don't ignore symptoms and follow screening guidelines. Early detection saves lives. I stay active and fit, try not to drink too much alcohol and challenge my brain daily.""Dr. Andrew Rochford
Every day, men all over the world make hundreds of thousands of decisions that impact their health, happiness and wellbeing. In many circumstances they are small, seemingly trivial decisions, but each and every one of them directly affects how a man performs in his job, in the bedroom, at the gym and in his life. Knowing how to make the better decisions for you" without joining a fitness cult or drinking nothing but kale juice" is the trick.
Using his expertise as a scientist, as a doctor and as a man, Dr. Andrew Rochford has combined current scientific knowledge with the practicalities of life to create The Reality Checkup Finding the perfect non-perfect version of yourself"a frank and straight-to‐the‐point guide for the modern man. Written for men of any age, the most common concerns covered include exercise, diet, sleep, work, sex, stress, mental health and body image.
Dr. Andrew's message is that in a time when everyone is trying to sell you something"how to live longer, have better‐looking skin or be better in the bedroom"it's okay to admit you aren't perfect.
In an entertaining and informative style, Dr. Andrew uses current research and anecdotal evidence to inform his audience of current trends so male readers can learn how to take a different approach to life's decisions. The tips provided help men make the better choice the majority of the time so they can enjoy each day and live it in a healthier way. With advice on how to overcome the mistakes we all make, he explains how all men can truly become the perfect non‐perfect version of themselves.
Dr. Andrew Rochford Registered Australian Medical Practitioner with Undergraduate Degree in Medical Science, Majoring in Anatomy and Neuroscience, Post Graduate degree from University of Sydney Medical School, Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery with Honours.
Since winning The Block eleven years ago as a Final year medical student, Andrew has worked for all 3 Major Television networks, most recently as the 7 Network Health Editor. He has hosted What's Good For You, Amazing Medical Stories, You Saved My Life and The Project. He has also reported in Africa, US, and Nepal post‐earthquake for Sunday Night.
He has also worked for 2GB and ARN co-hosting Breakfast radio in Sydney with Claire Hooper.
Medically, he is Trained in Emergency Medicine, holding Registrar Positions at major teaching Hospitals around Australia, including Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney, and Princess Alexandra Hospital Brisbane ‐ National Ambassador Australian Red Cross.
In recent times, he has focused on running and launching a healthcare technology company called Docta, which he founded 2 years ago and is set to launch globally in 2017.
Special areas of interest such as Preventative conditioning, Performance both physical and mental as well as Trauma work have been published in the international journal Neurosurgery. Andrew is married with 3 children and lives in the Northern Beaches of Sydney.
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My First Iceman
In 2010, Cody and I stood on the infamous Icebreaker climb to watch the Pro men and women finish up a particularly frigid and muddy edition of the Iceman Cometh. The crowd went wild when a Brian Matter stormed up the short, steep climb completely covered in mud and barely recognizable. The cream of the American mountain bike racing crop followed shortly behind, including my childhood heroes Jeremy Horgan-Kobelski and Jeremiah Bishop. The atmosphere on that little hill in the middle of the woods was electric; old and young, men and women, drunk and sober, we all soaked up the excitement and fed off the race's energy. Frozen feet and numb hands be damned; this Iceman thing was something special.
Once Cody and I were back in the car and warming up while driving home, we agreed that we wanted a piece of that experience while in spandex. Training for Iceman 2011 started the next day.
The Build Up to Iceman 2011
We'd been getting back into bike racing the year before, after the first two years of college added $25K in student loan debt and about 25lbs. After Cody ballooned to 196lbs. (he's now 145) we sort of said to each other, "Shit, man. We gotta do something about this." We got back into it at Barry-Roubaix, then upgraded our bikes to be somewhat competitive during the summer of 2011. I went with a 2010 Cannondale Trail SL, sporting triple front chainrings, plus a rigid Niner fork that was all the rage at the time. I think I paid $1,800, but that was before the student loan people got their 8% interest. It probably turned out to be the most expensive bike I'll ever have bought.
Cody and I were young, pretty fit, and having a blast working, going to school, and training, with Iceman being the main motivator for the fall. When we registered, we signed up for our age group, then went about figuring out how to get into the Pro/Cat 1 race. Turns out, it's pretty simple. Win something. At Peak to Peak, I won the Expert 29 and Under group by 6 minutes, then won my age group at an exceptionally muddy and miserable Lowell 50. Cody was hot on my heels, and we were stoked when our upgrades requests were approved. We'd made the big show, but we really didn't have any idea what we were getting into.
Racing Pro at Iceman
Racing pro at Iceman is a really unique experience. In the morning races, Kalkaska is a hive of activity, with over 4,500 riders and innumerable supporters buzzing around in eager anticipation. Not the case in the pro race. The town is empty, except for the 200 or so pro men and women. We have these massive parking lots to ourselves and time to kill, so it's cool to spin around and just take it all in with no stress or hurry. Or, just play catch with your dad while you wait for the start, which I did one year when the weather was 70 and sunny. Years with that kind of weather are very few and far between.
2011 was particularly surreal experience at the start in Kalkaska. Our race transport that year was my Dad's 1988 Chevy Celebrity with over 200K miles. It's the pinnacle of American luxury cars, if you ask me, but it had nothing on the rig that parked right next to us. The Trek-Subaru team and Trek World Racing teams pulled in, and out climbed all of our heroes of the day; Jeremy Horgen-Kobelski, Heather Irmigr, Sam Shultz, Lukas Flukinger, Matthias Flukinger, and a host of mechanics and support crew. My dad couldn't help but snap a picture of their super-pro set up right next to our Chevy.
The race itself was a blur. I'll never let anyone forget that I beat Jeremy Horgen-Kobelski that year. It mostly had to do with him being taken out less than 300 yards into the race and completely destroying his bike. But I'm still going to count it. The speed of the race was unlike anything I'd ever experienced. I was completely pegged, even while in a draft, and I could barely hang on to the guy in front of me. For reference, this battle for life and death was taking place in like 80th place. I was completely empty, ready to vomit and cry at the same time when we took a familiar right turn onto Smith Lake Road. I felt like I had been waterboarded and my legs were swimming in lactic acid, and I was only 3.5 miles into the race. It was just unreal.
Just meeting one of my heroes. JHK was a super nice dude.
It might be hard to imagine being proud to finish in 90th, but I was pretty pumped about my ride that year. I got to line up with actual professional bike riders, plus the fastest dudes and dudettes in Michigan. I was especially geeked to have my name in the results on Cyclingnews.com, even though you had to do a lot of scrolling to get to it.
American mountain bike legends, Kelli Emmett and Heather Irmigr.
Pro or age group, class winner or DFL, Iceman really is something to be experienced. When I tell people I have a race in November, sometimes in the snow, and it's from Kalkaska to Timber Ridge, they sort of just stare at me like I'm a fool. Then I have to explain to them it's not just me. 4,500 of my best buds are going to join me for a day of fitness, outdoors, and celebrating life in Northern Michigan. Sometimes, they come out to watch me race. The next step is predictable. The following year, they're out there on the start line, wanting to get in on the fun.
See you all in Kalkaska very soon.
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Tvrtko was born in Zagreb but was raised in Dubrovnik, where he completed his elementary and secondary education. He graduated Film and TV directing from the Academy of Dramatic Art in Zagreb and is a graduate in Croaticum and Society at Croatian Studies. The autor of several awarded experimental and animated films, Tvrtko freelances for Croatian National TV directing a number of TV shows and programmes.
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Ana graduated journalism and has worked as a journalist and editor in different media. She became editor-in-chief of the online portal medialiteracy.hr specializing in the children and youth cinema.
ZUZANNA KAZMIERCZAK
Zuzanna was born in 1992 in Poznan, where she graduated experimental filmmaking,video and photography at Poznan Art Academy. She also graduated Hebrew language and literature at Adam Mickiewicz University.Zuzanna has participated in several exhibitions in Poland and Israel. She also illustrates books. She participates in the organization of the Short Waves Festival and the Days of Jewish Culture. She lives in Dubrovnik, where she works as a video artist, photographer and designer.


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Home Health and Social Policy Komen Coverage Makes Ross Douthat Sad
Komen Coverage Makes Ross Douthat Sad
The columnist's assertions of media bias during the Komen controversy rest on shaky ground.
As you might expect, Ross Douthat is unhappy about the backlash against the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation's decision to defund Planned Parenthood. His argument rests upon assertions of media bias that are shaky since, as Sarah Kilff notes, it's likely that media bias wouldn't have been a factor in Komen coverage precisely because of the political leanings of the average journalist. While it's plausible to assume the typical journalist is more socially liberal (as well as more economically conservative) than the median public opinion, I would argue that this is less true with respect to abortion than with other social issues. Punditry dismissing the importance of Roe v. Wade and reproductive rights, in particular, is so common as to be banal.
In addition to this argument about media bias, Douthat also cites public opinion data, focusing on "as many Americans described themselves as pro-life as called themselves pro-choice" and that a "combined 58 percent of Americans stated that abortion should either be "illegal in all circumstances" or "legal in only a few circumstances." John Sides objects to Douthat's cherry-picking:
One cannot divide the public into "pro-life" and "pro-choice" camps based on the kinds of survey questions he cites. These questions fail to capture the true complexity and the ambivalence in most Americans' attitudes toward abortion. Most Americans approve of abortion in certain cases and oppose it in others. Juxtapose, for example, abortion in the case of rape with abortion for the purpose of sex selection. At best, a small minority-20 percent at most-would approve of or oppose abortion in every case.
While I agree that Douthat's use of public opinion is tendentious, I think the problems are different and worse than the ones that John cites. The most obvious problem is that Douthat combines two survey response categories to create what looks like an anti-choice majority, adding the 20 percent who want abortion banned to the larger number who believe that abortion should only be legal under "a few circumstances." Since these "circumstances" aren't specified and presumably mean many different things to different people, to combine the two numbers is fundamentally misleading.
I agree with John that many people have an intuitive sense that abortion should be legal for the "right reasons" but not for the "wrong reasons," which is reflected in the public opinion data that shows a great deal of support for abortion only being legal in certain unspecified circumstances. The problem is that these distinctions are completely irrelevant to public policy. There's no way of crafting abortion laws that only makes abortions that women obtain for certain reasons illegal. "Centrist" abortion regulations such as waiting periods or requiring the approval of panels of doctors don't ensure that women will get abortion for the "right reasons"; they just produce contexts in which affluent women can obtain abortions for any reason and poor women-especially those outside major urban centers-find it difficult or impossible to obtain abortions.
I don't think "women should only be able to obtain abortions if their reasons are good enough" is a normatively attractive basis for abortion policy, but whatever one thinks of the argument it's irrelevant to crafting policies. Getting selective moral judgments mixed up with abortion policy confuses matters in ways that work to the benefit supporters of abortion criminalization. A fair fight between the actual policy alternatives would strongly favor pro-choicers, as the public's overwhelming support for Roe v. Wade reflects.
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Scott Lemieux is a political science professor at the University of Washington. He writes for the blog Lawyers, Guns & Money.
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Proud to be associated with JMP as Training Partner. JMP is an excellent fit as a software tool in the BPM Delivery domain, helpful in visual Six Sigma analysis and advanced statistical techniques.
JMP is a business unit of SAS that produces interactive software for desktop statistical discovery. Pronounced "jump," its name suggests a leap in interactivity, a move in a new direction. Introduced in 1989, JMP has grown into a family of statistical discovery products used worldwide in almost every industry.
From its beginnings, JMP software has empowered its users by enabling interactive analytics on the desktop. JMP products continue to complement – and are often deployed with – SAS solutions that provide server-based business intelligence.


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My husband and I did not experience discrimination with Colorado State or our local County Government Foster/Adopt organization called the Collaborative Foster Care Program. This is a Tri-County department including Arapahoe, Douglas, and Jefferson County Colorado. This is a model program! We are also very supported by our local and State elected officials especially Colorado State Senator Jeff Sessions who has been in our home several times including an impromptu game of soccer with our son in the backyard.
My family is an overwhelming success story. My husband and I met 15 years ago. We have been legally married for 10 years. We always knew that we wanted to be parents and we felt foster to adopt would be the best option for our family. Adam is a decorated Iraq War Veteran who served in the Navy and is currently serving as a Nurse Manager for a local hospital. Dave is a veteran law enforcement-supervising officer serving with a local police agency. When we moved to Colorado we actually sought out a County organization that had a specific Anti-Discrimination policy and that is what we found with the Collaborative Foster Care Program. Our initial intention was to foster children, however what was a two week placement turned into a lifetime with our son, Zion. We were Zion's fifth home in less than a year and all he needed to thrive was to feel safe and loved. Zion had extreme behaviors when he came into our care and significant developmental delays. Throughout the foster and adoption process, we felt supported and valued as a family. We became strong advocates for our son, who is now thriving as a typical child attending a publicly funded performing arts academy. Although our family is unique in its makeup, our son is proud that he has two dads and is very vocal about it. We frequently speak to other prospective foster families about the process and to be advocates on behalf of the Collaborative Foster Care Program to encourage other LGBTQ families to become foster or adoptive parents.
Denying any qualified family from opening their home to a child for any reason other than safety is not supporting a community and only further harms children. No credible scientific study has shown that LGBTQ parents are less successful than a heterosexual couple in providing a loving, supportive, and safe home to a child. In the State of Colorado we do not have enough qualified homes for foster care or to adopt in order to meet the overwhelming needs of our communities to place children into a safe, loving, stable, supportive and nurturing environment.


Parental divorce can cause some teenage girls to become anorexic.
Children who have anorexia are often exceedingly picky about the foods they eat.
Childhood anorexia is an eating disorder that arises in childhood as opposed to occurring in adolescence, when anorexia typically begins. Although anorexia occurs less frequently among children, the disorder is very similar to anorexia in teenagers or adults. When a child suffers from anorexia, he or she typically exhibits the same psychological and physical characteristics as an adolescent who has this eating disorder, such as a refusal to eat a healthy amount of food and an often irrational belief that he or she is overweight.
Although anorexia involves the afflicted person's obsession with, and subsequent damage to, his or her physical appearance, the disorder is widely regarded as psychological. People who have anorexia — the majority of whom are girls and women — might initially begin dieting and exercising to lose weight but soon show an inability to perceive when weight loss has become dangerous and unhealthy. Achieving extreme weight loss becomes a matter of mental control, and the individual goes to unhealthy extremes to avoid gaining weight. People who have anorexia usually deny or are unable to recognize the damaging effects of their actions. Thus, in addition to requiring physical healing, people who have eating disorders often need to undergo intense therapy and psychological counseling as well.
Some of the behavioral signs of childhood anorexia are often mistaken as typical youth mannerisms. For instance, children who have anorexia are often exceedingly picky about the foods they eat. They might refuse to eat food that is considered unhealthy or that seems calorie-laden, and they can resort to eating only fruits and vegetables in very small amounts. This type of restrictive diet can easily be confused for finickiness, because children are generally seen as fussy eaters. Nevertheless, when children become overly picky and constantly refuse to eat food that they used to enjoy, it can indicate childhood anorexia.
In addition, many children who have anorexia also use exercise as a means for controlling their weight. Although engaging in physical activity is typically encouraged to offset weight gain, children who have anorexia might find ways to exercise excessively. For instance, childhood anorexia might influence the child to practice physical activities — such as dance or sports — for exceptionally long periods of time in order to maximize weight loss. Thus, what can appear to be an intense dedication to a sport or activity might actually be a symptom of anorexia.
In other cases, children who have anorexia make verbal statements that suggest they suffer from the disorder. For instance, a child might talk constantly about the ideal body type that he or she would like to have or might express fears of being overweight. A child might even compare his or her appearance with those of friends or a public figure whom he or she wants to look like. The notion that the child is persistently focused on weight or dissatisfied with his or her appearance can indicate the eating disorder.
Other symptoms of childhood anorexia include increased social isolation or depression because of appearance. A child can also experience extreme tiredness and poor memory function because of a lack of vitamins and nutrients. Furthermore, a sallow, sickly and extremely gaunt appearance is often exacerbated in a child who has anorexia, because he or she is has not fully developed physically. Even generally small weight loss can appear to be an extreme amount on a child.
Childhood anorexia generally strikes girls more frequently than boys, because girls typically face more social pressure to be thin. The eating habits of a girl can also be influenced by her domestic environment. Young girls might hear their mothers or female relatives discuss dieting and might be encouraged to eat less to avoid gaining weight. In addition to the traumatizing psychological effects of the disorder, girls who suffer from anorexia can stunt their growth and impede puberty, their menstrual cycles and breast development.
What Factors Affect Psychological Development in Childhood?
What is Involved in Anorexia Recovery?
What are the Different Types of Anorexia Treatment?
What are the Different Types of Teen Eating Disorders?
What are the Different Types of Eating Disorder Therapy?
What are the Effects of Anorexia?


Beistle 60041 plush Astronaut helmet. The package contains 1 plush Astronaut helmet. This white velvet fabric hat has silver lame trim and is adult sized. It has an American Flag patch sewn on the front of the hat. One size fits most. This is a great hat to have for a space themed party! can even be used for a Halloween costume!
This Aeromax Jr. Astronaut Cap in white and black is realistic and great for dress up, role play or costume use. Aeromax items make great gifts for boys and girls of all ages. This item has been tested to meet applicable USA standards for children's products.
This adorable astronaut helmet is made of comfortable material, Its a One Size Fits Most. Astronaut hat is a quick and easy Halloween costume. Helmet will complete any outfit so your ready for space.
Image of NASA insignia is embroidered on the front crown of cap.6 small ventilation holes placed on each panel of crown.Bill is stiff and pre curved.Front crown is constructed.6 panels.Low profile.Our NASA insignia embroidered ball cap is great for space fanatics, spaceship enthusiasts, NASA personnel, and casual wear.All Season.7(W) X 11(L) X 4(H) inches.Thick, soft, and light material.Available in different colors and styles.
Take a journey into outer space in this Kids Space Plush Helmet by elope. This space helmet fits fully over the head, and is soft and plush for a comfy fit. Made of polyester and cotton, helmet is white with black, gold, and silver accents. Perfect for discovering new stars and exploring the galaxies, this helmet is fully detailed with a NASA "patch," black "air tube," and gold face visor. Silver plush lining throughout the helmet completes the authentic astronaut look. Helmet is designed to fit most kids and teens aged 3 and up. Another high quality whimsical wearable by elope!
Hard plastic design with sound chip, push button activation necklace and sequined jeweled feather headpiece. Boa not included. Small size fits 8-10.
White NASA logo patch is heat pressed on the front crown of cap.2 front panels with 4 panels in mesh back.Front crown is constructed.Bill is stiff and pre curved.6 panels.High profile.Our NASA patch cap is great for any outing related to NASA and for other military uses.All Season.7.5(W) X 11(L) X 4(H) inches.Thick, cool and light material.Available in different colors and styles.


April 27th, 2018: SoCraftastic reviews her new diamond painting kit.
April 22nd, 2018: The hot new trend in craft stress relief for adults.
April 10th 2018: Want to frame your painting? Here's how you can at home.
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Jan 26th, 2018: See a diamond painting done from start to finish. SO COOL!
People are always looking for new ways to relieve stress in fun & exciting ways. From last year's adult colouring books to this year's DIY chunky blankets, new crafts are always welcome. Well here's something brand new that will amaze you! 5D Diamond Paintings let you create beautiful mosaics without needing to be an artist.
Pick your canvas up and you're basically ready to create. Making diamond paintings can help to relieve stress, develop active thinking and is just plain fun. You'll spend hours through this exciting process and when finished you'll have a grand masterpiece that's already framed and ready to be displayed! They're also great for passing time quickly or as an activity with the family, so get one for everyone!
Think colour by numbers but instead of coloured markers you're using coloured beads.
Apply adhesive from the small pink pad onto the applicator tool. This is how it picks up each bead.
Peel away part of the film (do not remove completely) covering the adhesive canvas and stick your bead (labeled by number) to the corresponding number on the canvas.
It's recommended to do one colour at a time.
When you've finished a session, re-cover with film and press lightly with your hand to further secure the beads to the the adhesive.
Keep covered with film when not in use repeat the above whenever you'd like to work on your painting.
When completely finished, remove the film covering the canvas and you're ready to display with the built-in frame.
I love giraffes and I love this painting even more! It's so much fun, I will definitely be grabbing more as gifts.
Such unique paintings and love that they come with a frame! great for any age and great as a gift. would recommend.
I've done quite a few now and I must say I love them. They're awesome for shutting the world out and taking some quiet time to just focus and relax. And they turn out beautiful when completed. Such a neat concept. I like this option aside from coloring and painting.
I bought this painting and I'm literally the most impatient person I know and I love doing these they're so much fun!


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Feb. 21st, 2010
Bernard-Henri Levy worships Roman Polanski.
I am only thankful there are intelligent comments amidst the hero-worship of a rapist.
I do not care if Roman Polanski is the greatest film-maker alive. He drugged, anally and vaginally raped a 13-yr-old child, then fled the country. He does not deserve critical acclaim or hero-worship. A little repentance might make me feel different but most likely not. I am not a fan of people who insert their penises where they do not belong or are not wanted.
new_perestroika
Feb. 21st, 2010 10:17 pm (UTC)
I have said so many times here that we would have defended him in the same way had he been, not Polanski, but just an individual "of no importance to the community". I have repeated, over and over, that, far from protecting him, his celebrity, talent, and genius weigh him down as the source of this bundle of suspicions and crimes that would not exist for anyone else.
I don't understand. I mean it, I really don't see why people would defend a rapist. Listening to people defend Polanski as a person is one of the most confusing things I have dealt with recently. So he's a good director - fine. But he RAPED a CHILD. Every time it gets discussed I just want to run away with my hands over my ears and pretend people are better than they are.
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I feel the same way... I'm just so incredulous and astonished and nauseated that defending him could possibly make sense to anyone.
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I am so with you on this. It's disgusting. Makes me shake my head and fists.
Quite a few men think that their penis's belong everywhere!
alyssa22
Feb. 22nd, 2010 12:54 pm (UTC)
I used to be a huge fan of the actor Dylan McDermott, but then he said if he was a real lawyer instead of just playing one on The Practice, he'd be Polanski's lawyer and get him off. Um. WTF????
I think McDermott sees it as nothing because his own mother was 14 when she had him, but there's a difference between a 14 year old and a 17 year old (I think that's the age his father was at the time) consentually, and a middle aged man raping a child.
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The workshop is organised by the European Commission with the support of JRC Enlargement and Integration Action, CEN/TC250, Faculty of Civil Engineering at University of Zagreb and Croatian Standards Institute.
Round table discussion regarding the progress of elaboration of maps for climatic and seismic actions for structural design in the Balkan region; drivers and barriers - conclusions and way ahead.
Participants from countries in the Balkan region (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Kosovo(*), Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Turkey) will attend the Workshop by invitation from the Organising Committee. Participation of members from National Standardization Bodies, Chairmen of Mirror TC250 Committees and members of the Working Groups, members from universities and research institutions is expected. Priority will be given to participants recommended by National Authorities.
Nominated experts from the European Commission, EU Member States, CEN/TC250 and Turkey will also participate and give presentations.


Everyone: Meet your WRITE CLUB group.
Hour 1: Indie read & SWIC registration paperwork.
Hours 1 & 2: Think/read about giving and receiving feedback. Work with your WRITE CLUB to complete a structure analysis of a "This I Believe" essay. Note how it's set up and how it doesn't succumb to formula. YOUR papers in WRITE CLUB tomorrow!
Hours 2 & 6: Finish Long Way Down.
Hour 6: WRITE CLUB your Cited Commentary & Response papers.


Are you struggling with how to style your backyard? Don't worry! That's why we are here today!
Arrange the perfect outdoor decor design might be one of the most stressful things to do in your home decor. Update a compact garden with our garden ideas, featuring design tips, planting advice and savvy buys for modern gardens, pretty patios, and tiny terraces.
With space for not one buy two people to relax into, the hanging chair trend can be enjoyed indoors and outdoors. It makes a relaxed style statement whatever the weather, especially when you add on-trend faux furs and tufted cushions for extra comfort. Perfect idea for a summer decor.
If you pointed down some notes on DIYing from Mr. Kate's article, why not create your own outdoor seating area using roofing battens or decking planks? You could even make the hinged so that the whole unit doubles as garden storage for tools, or other outdoor ideas. Continue the theme by building your own brick fire pit, allowing you to enjoy your garden late into the evening.
This is the perfect idea for a more clean look according to your house design aesthetic. Think of your exterior like you would an interior. White paint is often used to make the most of a small space because of its brightening and lightening properties, and gardens can benefit from this trick, too. With white painted brickwork and white garden furniture, this is a beautifully summery scheme that has serious style.
A neat edge will keep your garden looking tidy. Molded plastic edging, hidden in the earth keeps grass and weeds away from your beds and brick or stone edging help to frame your lawn – it's available at all good DIY stores and garden centers. Your friends will wonder how you did it! And the best part? It's an easy home decoration idea!
The modern features the vintage! Create a smart decked area with the look of a chalet balcony. Choose pale wood to boost the sense of space and furnish for a chic outdoor living room feel. Position a teak modular sofa centrally and make the space social with complementary Adirondack-style chairs. Connect with nature and frame the balcony with sculptured evergreens in organic box planters. This is not going to win the award for 'best garden design', but it should get an award for 'best balcony design'.
We hope you enjoyed these outdoor decoration ideas. What do you think? Are you inspired to make your own outdoor project? Let us know your thoughts, needs, and wishes and leave a comment. You can find more inspiration and information about interior design, DIY ideas, and events in the other articles on home design ideas.