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Seán O'Brien's big money move to London Irish confirmed
Leinster and Ireland flanker will join English club after World Cup in November
Mon, Feb 11, 2019, 16:01 Updated: Mon, Feb 11, 2019, 16:07
Sean O'Brien has agreed a three-year deal with London Irish. Photograph: Billy Stickland/Inpho
Seán O'Brien has agreed to join London Irish following this year's Rugby World Cup in Japan, on a three-year contract reported to be worth €420,000 per annum.
The Tullow native, who turns 32 on Thursday, had been on a centralised contract with the IRFU, but the union decided against extending the deal. His age and injury profile over the past couple of seasons were undoubtedly a consideration.
O'Brien will link up with a couple of familiar faces at London Irish in former Ireland coach and now director of rugby with the Exiles Declan Kidney and head coach Les Kiss while Paddy Jackson is also expected to move from Perpignan in the summer.
Leinster and London Irish officially confirmed the deal on Monday afternoon following a week of speculation. O'Brien returned to the starting Ireland team to win his 54th Ireland cap in the victory over Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday. He toured twice with the British & Irish Lions to Australia (2013) and New Zealand (2017) playing in five of the six test matches.
""This is one of the hardest decisions that I have ever had to make. I have played all my rugby in Ireland," O'Brien said on Monday.
"With Tullow, with Leinster and with Ireland and to move from the place I call home and that I love so much, was not easy.
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"That being said, I feel that the time has come to explore other opportunities, to challenge myself at a new environment, in a new city, with a new club and against different players and teams on a weekly basis. London Irish and what they are about is a club that I feel I can grow with and also contribute to and I feel that they have a set up and an ethos that will make me feel at home.
"For me and the time I have left here in Ireland, I want to stay fit and healthy and finish out the season with a strong Six Nations with Ireland and then turn my attention to Leinster and hopefully a seat on the plane to Japan."
Exiles coach Declan Kidney added: "Recruitment is an on-going process, and we are always on the lookout for players of Sean's ability. Sean has proven himself time and time again to be a quality player who sets very high standards for himself and those around him, he leads by example and has a winning mentality.
"We are delighted that Sean wants to come and be a part of our journey as we move back into West London at the new Brentford Community Stadium in August 2020 after he has finished his commitments to Leinster and Ireland at the end of this year."
Sean O'Brien at Leinster
Debut: Sep 2008 (v Cardiff)
Appearances: 122
Tries: 20
Honours: European Champions Cup (2009, 2011, 2012), Pro14 (2013, 2014), 2011 European Player of the Year, 2011 Rugby Writers of Ireland Player of the Year
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Complications during pregnancy may act via the placenta to magnify the effects of genetic risk factors.
ISTOCK, ILBUSCAComplications during pregnancy can magnify the effect of genetic risk factors for schizophrenia by altering gene expression in the placenta, a new study suggests. The paper appeared yesterday (May 28) in Nature Medicine.
"To me the key thing in this paper is the recognition that environmental factors in early development, prenatal factors, are likely to be very important in schizophrenia and just as important as genes," Allan Brown of Columbia University Medical Center who was not involved in the study tells Scientific American.
An international team of researchers analyzed data from nearly 3,000 participants, including people with schizophrenia and healthy controls. The researchers found that, among people with known genetic risk factors, those who were products of a pregnancy complicated by conditions such as preeclampsia or diabetes were at least five times more likely to have the disease than were people born of uncomplicated pregnancies.
The researchers also analyzed gene expression in placental tissue from complicated and uncomplicated pregnancies. That assay revealed that genes associated with schizophrenia risk tended to be "turned on" in the placentas from complicated pregnancies, and that higher expression of those genes was associated with inflammation and other signs of stress in the tissue.


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Now, gas chambers are becoming a thing of the past. Only 27 states allow them, and of those, only 10 have chambers in actual use. Modern drugs today can make ending an animal's life relatively painless. The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is working toward the elimination of gas chambers with grants each year to make the transition to euthanasia by injection. In some cases, shelters are eliminating gas chambers voluntarily. As a result, not only the animal benefits, but also the shelter itself. The North Carolina HSUS Director, Kim Alboum, observes, "When you have a shelter that's gassing, the community doesn't want to go there. Once it's gone, there's a higher level of trust." In Brunswick County, NC, for example, once the gas chamber was removed, their number of volunteers shot up to 200. In Utah, the Heber Valley Animal Shelter organized a community event called "Bash the Gas" when they wanted to get rid of their gas chamber. Held in a city park, local people in the area got a chance to wield a sledge hammer and beat the chamber into oblivion.
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With contributions from many scholars at the CBS Department of Management, Society and Communication, this upper-level textbook offers an original and up-to-date introduction to issues in corporate social responsibility (CSR) from a global perspective. Being the first of its kind combining critique of CSR with a discussion of opportunities, it guides students through key themes in CSR including strategy, communication, regulation and governance. It includes chapters devoted to critical issues such as human rights, anti-corruption, labour rights and the environment. Pedagogical features include customised case studies, study questions, key term highlighting, practitioner pieces and suggestions for further resources. The book is also complemented by a companion website featuring adaptable lecture slides, teaching notes for cases and links to related resources (see links below).
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Twitter: Trump tweets may be seen as…
Twitter: Trump tweets may be seen as declaration of war, but they're newsworthy
President Donald Trump speaks to the press at the White House in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 24, 2017 upon arrival from his New Jersey golf club. ( Nicholas Kamm/AFP/Getty Images)
By Levi Sumagaysay | Bay Area News Group
PUBLISHED: September 26, 2017 at 2:59 p.m. | UPDATED: September 27, 2017 at 3:24 a.m.
From Twitter's rules: "Violent threats (direct or indirect): You may not make threats of violence or promote violence, including threatening or promoting terrorism."
So does threatening a nuclear war count as a threat of violence, and must the person who tweets such a thing to, say, his 39.3 million followers abide by Twitter's rules?
Not if that person is President Donald Trump, Twitter said, as it unleashed a tweetstorm Monday to address the questions surrounding the president's rhetoric on its platform.
In case you missed it amid his other tweets about Warriors star Stephen Curry and the NFL protests over the weekend, Trump tweeted the following Saturday: "Just heard Foreign Minister of North Korea speak at U.N. If he echoes thoughts of Little Rocket Man, they won't be around much longer!"
The North Koreans are interpreting that as a "declaration of war." Speaking to journalists outside the United Nations General Assembly in New York, North Korean Foreign Minister Ri Yong Ho said Monday: "Since the United States declared war on our country, we will have every right to make counter-measures, including the right to shoot down United States strategic bombers even when they are not yet inside the airspace border of our country."
Now, Twitter has said this before in so many words, but now that things are at nuclear level, here it is again: What Trump tweets is newsworthy, so he's not getting kicked off Twitter.
Twitter's tweetstorm began with, "Some of you have been asking why we haven't taken down the tweet mentioned" in an NPR article about the escalating tensions between President Trump and North Korea.
Twitter's public policy account goes on to say that the company holds "all accounts to the same rules" on the one hand, but that on the other hand, "among the considerations is 'newsworthiness' and whether a tweet is of public interest."
The contradictory statements in one tweetstorm didn't sit well with some tweeple.
"So, the tweet could be a threat from Trump, but because he's POTUS, it remains?" tweeted user @michaelranaii. "Sounds inconsistent and biased."
"Why can Trump threaten the lives of millions and bully/harass ppl on Twitter, but others get suspended for the same actions or less??" tweeted @PhDee.
But amid the many, many calls for either Trump to stop tweeting, or for Twitter to ban him from doing so, Twitter's stance has been consistent. Company CEO Jack Dorsey once said Trump's use of Twitter is "complicated," but that it's important the president is on Twitter. "We're definitely entering a new world where everything is on the surface and we can all see it in real time and we can have conversations about it."
Oh, we're not entering that world — we're in it. So far, Trump has used Twitter to yes, provoke North Korea, tweet violent images attacking Hillary Clinton and CNN, and slam hundreds of other people, things and places. And we're having conversations about it.
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Edison Pen Co – Edison Nominated for Pen World's Reader's Choice Awards!
Edison Nominated for Pen World's Reader's Choice Awards!
I'm pretty happy about this!
Wish there's online voting. We don't get that magazine here in our neck of the woods.
Congratulations, Brian! This makes for fantastic recognition, I hope you win!
You should be happy Brian, you make a fabulous pen. You deserve the praise! BEST OF LUCK!
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Okay, first thing to remember is that people who "live frugally" aren't necessarily misers. They work hard to save money so they can spend it in areas they feel are important.
Savers are individuals who save for different reasons. For some it's a matter of survival, for others it might be habit, and for others still it could be a way to save up for something big, like a new house or debt freedom.
So don't assume that everyone who comes to read your frugal living tips will be reluctant to spend money. Do expect them to want the best value for their time and money, however, if you are marketing products or services to them.
Placing ads on your blog will allow you a trickle of passive income. The more traffic to reach your blog, the more you can potentially earn.
If you are getting paid for impressions, then you don't have to worry about whether your readers are in a "buying" mood or not.
Plus, ads on your posts don't expire. A post you write today can still draw ad income years in the future. You won't get rich overnight, but any income is good income, right?
When you become an affiliate for certain companies you can earn commissions for sales made via your blog. Basically, you introduce your readers to a product or service that you use or recommend. If they follow your link and buy or sign up, then you get a small bonus.
Reviewing stuff you own is an awesome way to recommend affiliate links, because it helps your readers decide if the item is the best fit for their needs and budget.
Because sometimes "saving money" simply means making wise purchases. You'll see in my posts that I'm a big fan of PicMonkey photo editor.
When I suggest it to my readers, I don't just stick a link to it in every post, I make tutorials to show people how it can be used. Not only does that show I actually do use it myself, it allows readers to see if it is something they want or need.
I've not written any sponsored posts yet, but many bloggers consider them to be their bread-and-butter. You get paid to write the post even if your readers don't buy the product.
Sponsored posts can pay pretty well, too, which makes them more appealing to some than standard affiliate links. However, affiliate links can continue to earn you money for years, while your sponsored post will be a one time payment.
Do you have a nifty talent that can help your readers? If so, you might be able to offer a service for affordable fees. This can be something as simple as proofreading blog posts.
It really doesn't have to be BIG business to be successful. It just has to be something that helps other people.
One of the best ways to make income with any blog is by selling your own products. And you can make, market and sell just about anything through your blog.
Again, you may be wondering if your frugal fans will buy anything you create. You won't know until you try!
But if sales are slow, there are other ways to earn with your products without having to depend on your readers.
For example: Let's say you have a section dedicated to frugal meals. You probably spend a lot of time taking pictures of the finished food.
You can edit those photos to perfection (using PicMonkey of course!) and sell them as stock photos. Or if it is a pretty dessert, head over to a print-on-demand site such as Zazzle and sell photo prints.
You can also bundle all of your recipes and photos together and sell as an eBook.
There a lot of ways to make money with your own creations without having to be overly sales-y with your readers, so don't let your blog topic hold you back from trying to earn extra income!
If you have no problems with being on camera, then you can monetize video tutorials on You Tube.
You don't have to do long, boring lectures on personal finance either. How about a short tutorial showing how you winterize your home to save money on heating? Or how to change your own oil, cook a meal from scratch, or repurpose an item into something new?
If you write frequently in a single niche such as frugal living, you will soon get a reputation as an expert. You can offer to write and sell blog posts to other sites.
If you do this as a guest writer, you can get paid and direct traffic back to your own site. If you sell the post anonymously as a ghost writer, then you can ask for a bigger fee. Either way, your blog will work as your portfolio.
You Can Make a Living With a Frugal Living Blog!
You can earn income on any type of blog. It may require some creative thinking and a lot of research but that's part of the fun!
So if you are a pro at saving money and stretching a budget, don't be shy about sharing your wisdom and experiences with the world. You can still help your readers while bringing in some extra (or even full-time income) with your frugal living blog.
If you are ready to start a blog, you can check out my recent post on how to build a basic website and blog with Weebly.


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Best VPNs to unblock Facebook in 2022
Is your access to Facebook blocked by your work, school or government? We'll help you get your social media fix by looking at the best VPNs you can use to unblock Facebook from anywhere.
It's hard to imagine life without Facebook. Most of us have a love-hate relationship with the social media app but also admit that it occupies a central role in our lives.
Unfortunately many schools, colleges, and workplaces block Facebook in an effort to limit bandwidth use as well as to make sure people concentrate on their core tasks and remain undistracted. Some countries like China and North Korea have banned the service completely. Others, like Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Qatar restrict the use of Facebook Messenger in order to prevent residents from accessing the voice and video chat features. Further, for purely financial reasons, Facebook recently decided to block Australian news organizations from posting at all.
The only way to get around this is kinds of censorship is by installing a VPN. Short for Virtual Private Network, a VPN masks your true location by encrypting all the traffic flowing to and from your device and tunneling it via an intermediary server. Network administrators will be unable to see your online browsing activity. Hence even if you're logged on to your college or work wifi, using a VPN will help you unblock Facebook messenger and the Facebook app.
This article gets into plenty of detail on each of the providers we feature below, but in case you only have time for a quick summary, below is our list of the best VPNs for unblocking Facebook.
Best VPNs for Facebook:
NordVPN: Our first choice for unblocking Facebook. A veteran low-cost provider that makes no compromises on speed or privacy. Thousands of servers around the globe are great at unblocking sites and services. Includes a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Surfshark: Best budget VPN. A solid all-around performer that puts major emphasis on user security. Keeps no logs and allows any number of simultaneous connections.
ExpressVPN: With a vast network of speedy servers in over 90 countries, this provider excels in unblocking geo-restricted sites and censored services.
CyberGhost: Another good value option with easy-to-use apps that are great for VPN first-timers. Some of the fastest servers we've tested.
IPVanish: Speedy and secure service you can rely on. Apps have good privacy features and are remote-control friendly.
Hotspot Shield: Consistent connections and servers in 80 countries. Easy-to-use apps and strong security. Doesn't keep any identifying logs of its users.
VyprVPN: Impressive unblocking capabilities with good server speeds and easy-to-use apps, but cheaper providers are higher on the list.
How to unblock Facebook with a VPN
Once you've chosen a suitable VPN unblocking Facebook couldn't be simpler. Follow the steps below to set up your VPN and gain access to your social media, wherever you are.
Here's how to unblock Facebook with a VPN (from anywhere):
Pick a VPN that's best suited for you. We recommend NordVPN.
Navigate through the options and select a plan.
Download the companion apps.
Open the VPN app, log in, and select a server preferably outside your country of residence.
Once the connection is established, open Facebook and use it like you normally would.
Facebook not working with your VPN? Clear your browser's cache and try again.
If you're still having problems accessing Facebook check out our VPN Common Problems Troubleshooting guide.
NordVPN is offering a fully-featured risk-free 30-day trial if you sign up at this page. You can use the VPN rated #1 for Facebook without any restrictions for a full month—great if you want to stay in touch while traveling in countries with strict online censorship.
There are no hidden terms—just contact support within 30 days if you decide not to continue with NordVPN to receive a full refund. Start your NordVPN trial here.
The best VPNs for Facebook
To help you out we've compiled a list of the best VPNs that work with Facebook flawlessly. They're ranked on the following factors:
Large number of server locations across the world
Strong encryption parameters so your location remains hidden
Provision for simultaneous connections
NordVPN is our first choice for Facebook. It's among the fastest VPNs we've tested and has lots of options for power users who want an enhanced browsing experience. NordVPN can be categorized as a logless VPN service. User data simply isn't stored at all. The policy has served it well in the past — authorities have sent it multiple requests for data but there wasn't anything on internal servers that could identify users.
All internet traffic is encrypted via 256-bit AES and 2,048-bit DH keys. DNS leak protection is enabled by default. A single subscription grants access to six devices which is among the highest we've seen in paid VPN packages.
There's a wide list of servers to choose from with more than 5,500 spread across 59 countries. You can pick one based on what you'd like to do on the web, such as torrenting, anti-DDoS, video streaming, or ultra-secure privacy.
Apps for both Android and iOS are available as well as a desktop client for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
Extremely fast and reliable downloading and streaming speeds
Easily bypasses restrictions on major geo-locked platforms
Around-the-clock live chat available
Strict no-logs policy ideal for privacy-conscious users
Apps for all major mobile and desktop platforms
Desktop app can take some getting used to
BEST VPN FOR UNBLOCKING FACEBOOK:NordVPN is our first choice. Impeccable speeds and works well with Facebook wherever it is blocked. Strong security features and allows up to 6 devices to be used simultaneously from one account. Includes a 30-day money-back guarantee making it risk-free.
Read our full review of NordVPN.
Surfshark is a great budget choice for anyone looking to unblock Facebook abroad. This VPN has 3,200+ servers spread across 60+ countries and provides generally decent speeds. It's capable of unblocking all but the most stubborn platforms, and in fact, allows you to use services like Netflix and BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world. There's no connection limit, allowing you to protect all of your devices at once.
This VPN keeps your traffic safe from snoopers using 256-bit encryption, a kill switch, and protection against WebRTC, DNS, and IPv6 leaks. It can also block ads and malware automatically, and bypass the strict internet restrictions used in countries like China. Surfshark doesn't log any data that could be used to identify you but if you're worried about privacy, you can sign up almost completely anonymously by paying in cryptocurrency. 24/7 support is available over email and live chat, should you have any issues.
Surfshark provides apps for macOS, Windows, Linux, Android, and iOS devices. It also works with supported internet routers but must be configured manually,
Excellent unblocking ability
Connect as many devices as you like
Strong security and privacy credentials
BEST BUDGET PROVIDER:Surfshark uses a wide range of security features and a no-logs policy to keep you safe online. It's versatile, too, with strong unblocking ability and reasonably fast speeds. A 30-day money-back guarantee is included.
ExpressVPN is a favorite with online privacy enthusiasts because it seamlessly combines military-grade encryption protocols with a fast, efficient product. Which makes unblocking Facebook Messenger at school, work or while abroad a very easy task. There's a robust selection of servers to choose from – with over 3,000 servers spread across 94 countries.
Encryption standards are hardy – the company leverages OpenVPN with 256-bit AES as default. 4,096-bit DHE-RSA keys are identified by an SHA-512 hashing algorithm. In layman's terms, these are designed to keep your data secure.
There's minimal retention of user data. The only threadbare data logging is the servers people connect to and the dates they log on. Individual IP addresses are not recorded. Embedded within the product is a 'network lock,' which acts as a kill switch to temporarily block internet access if the VPN connection drops unexpectedly, thereby adding an additional layer of security.
A single subscription grants access to five devices simultaneously – making it a handy option to split the overall bill with friends. Apps for both Android and iOS are available as well as desktop clients for Linux, Windows, and macOS.
Exceptional speeds for downloading and streaming
Comprehensive security and privacy features
Unblocks a large range of geo-locked sites and services
Operates a network of more than 3,000 servers spanning 94 countries
Priced a bit higher than rivals
Power-users may find advanced features to be limited
PRIVACY-FIRST VPN:ExpressVPN performs well when it comes to unblocking restricted content and sites. It has a vast server network that is optimized for fast connections. User-friendly apps for all operating systems. There's a 30-day money-back guarantee.
CyberGhost is a no-frills VPN service that's one of the cheaper providers in this list so it might appeal to users who want a quick social media fix. The product isn't equipped with a plethora of options but the core standards of speed and encryption are more than adequate to use this as a Facebook VPN.
The firm is registered in Romania and has an internal policy of not storing any user data. Romanian law doesn't impose any kind of mandatory data retention either, so it seems like the provider is covered on the privacy front. But there was a bit of a management shuffle recently – CyberGhost was acquired by an Israeli firm a few months ago–that might change the scenario. We'll update this article if we notice anything.
For a relatively inexpensive VPN, CyberGhost has solid encryption standards. It uses 256-bit AES encryption on the OpenVPN protocol which is considered robust. There are more than 5,700 servers spread across 90 countries. Unblocking Facebook shouldn't pose a challenge.
Simultaneous access to seven devices on a single plan. The company supports both Android and iOS and there's native software for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Operates a network of more than 5,700 server locations in 90 countries
Decent, reliable speeds
Keeps no logs
Use up to seven devices simultaneously
Doesn't work in China
BEST FOR NOVICE USERS:CyberGhost has a simple set up and has no issues unblocking Facebook. Great privacy, zero logs and DNS leak protection. 45-day money back guarantee.
IPVanish checks all the boxes when it comes to a fast VPN that doesn't cost an arm and a leg and is equipped with rigid encryption standards. It'll do its job quietly and efficiently with little to no interruption during your Facebook newsfeed scrolling.
The company is an example of a completely logless VPN. This means it's almost impossible for your activity to be traced back to you because IPVanish simply refrains from storing any user data at all. Its own employees won't be able to see what you're doing on the web.
Like ExpressVPN, there's an internet kill switch included too – meaning web traffic will never slide back to a decrypted status even if the connection drops.
As for encryption standards, IPVanish uses 256-bit encryption on the OpenVPN protocol by default, SHA512 authentication, and a DHE-RSA 2,048-bit key exchange with perfect forward secrecy. The latter feature means that even if your account is compromised, all past web sessions will remain encrypted and secure.
There's an option to choose between 1,300 servers spread across 75 locations worldwide.
IPVanish allows unlimited simultaneous connections, which is very generous and breaks down the cost per user to an extremely manageable sum. Cash-strapped students looking to unblock Facebook through a VPN should be pleased.
Furthermore, there are apps for both Android and iOS as well as desktop support for Windows and macOS.
Operates a network of more than 1,300 servers from 75 city locations around the globe
Works well with Kodi devices
Claims 24/7 support, but tickets can take one or two days
FAST AND RELIABLE:IPVanish has a large network of servers. Uncongested network achieves good speeds. Strong security and privacy features. Could do with having live customer support. 30-day money back guarantee.
Hotspot Shield has servers in 80 countries — more than most VPNs. This makes it easy to access Facebook regardless of your location. Indeed, it also works very well with popular streaming services, be it Amazon Prime Video or Hulu. With an average download speed of 63 Mbps, it's more than fast enough for streaming and torrenting. In fact, this VPN also offers unlimited bandwidth.
This VPN not only unblocks Facebook from countries in which it's not available, it also ensures you can browse it more securely. This is particularly the case if you're using public wifi because it offers automatic wifi protection. Aside from this there's of course 256-bit AES encryption, a kill switch, and protection from DNS leaks. Hotspot Shield doesn't keep logs by which you can be identified. It also offers 24/7 support.
Hotspot Shield's apps are available to download for the following: Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, Linux, Amazon Fire TV, and Android TV. A Chrome browser extension is also included although manual setup is needed to use this VPN with wifi routers.
Works well with Facebook and some popular streaming services
Servers cover 80 countries including the US
Beginner-friendly apps and 24/7 support
Keeps your data secure with the highest level of encryption
Doesn't offer the option to pay anonymously (such as in Bitcoin)
No browser extension for Firefox as yet
ONLINE ANONYMITY:Hotspot Shield servers are available in 80 countries.. Stay anonymous thanks to encryption and a no-logs policy. Works well with Facebook. Beginner-friendly apps and 24/7 support. 45-day money-back guarantee.
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VyprVPN has a legion of loyal fans around the world due to the fact that it has some of the most impressive encryption standards in the business. The service complements this approach with 24/7 online customer support, free 3-day trial, and a large server network. You should have no issues unblocking Facebook Messenger at school or work with this VPN.
There is a bit of a logging policy, however. Specifically, VyprVPN will store "the user's source IP address, the VyprVPN IP address used by the user, connection start and stop time and total number of bytes used."
But we haven't come across any instances of data leakage from the firm's end. At the same time, VyprVPN claims the content of communications, i.e. the site's users visit, won't be recorded.
The company is very popular with users in China where it easily unblocks the Great Firewall. It physically owns and manages entire data centers – as opposed to other providers that opt for a combination of renting and outsourcing servers – helping it control and stabilize traffic.
All traffic is encrypted via the OpenVPN protocol, 256-bit AES encryption, 2,048-bit RSA keys without perfect forward secrecy, and SHA256 authentication. An internet kill switch is included.
Over 700 servers are spread across the world and a subscription to a VyprVPN Pro account allows up to three devices to connect at the same time.
Apps are available for both Android and iOS as well as a desktop client for Windows and macOS.
Speeds are fast and stable
Provides a secure, encrypted connection
Keeps no identifying logs
Other VPNs have more options for advanced configuration
EASY TO USE APP:VyprVPN is user friendly. Speeds were surprisingly good at this end of the market. Could do with having more servers and lacks 24/7 support. 30-day money back guarantee.
Free VPNs that can unblock Facebook
Over two billion users log in to Facebook at least once a month. Frightening statistics aside, some users may not want to splurge for a paid VPN especially because they're not forking over any cash to use Facebook itself.
But you should reconsider that line of thought. Free VPNs are vastly inferior to paid options. If you're trying to unblock Facebook at your workplace or school you'll need to use a VPN that has robust encryption and doesn't impose things like bandwidth throttling or data caps. The last thing you need is for your network administrator to find out that you're accessing restricted sites – this scenario is far more plausible when you sign up for a random free VPN that you found online.
It's also important to remember that free VPNs aren't exactly free. They monetize by making you the product – inundating you with advertisements and, in some cases, inserting tracking cookies in your browser to mine browsing data and sell it to third-party sites.
At Comparitech, we believe it's in your best interest to stay clear of free VPNs when trying to access Facebook.
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Should I use Facebook via a VPN?
It's easy to dismiss Facebook as just another social media tool where users waste their time scrolling through pictures or watching cat videos. That negates the fact that many users depend on Facebook for their daily media consumption and to search for vital information on businesses, hospitals, restaurants, and cinemas.
Facebook Messenger is also a powerful tool to make free audio and video calls as well as to stay in touch with friends and family. Some parents may think it's necessary to communicate with their kids - after all, over two billion people are regular users.
When institutions block access to Facebook, the only possible course of action is to use a VPN. We don't think you should go crazy and spend your entire day on the social media site, but there's nothing wrong in accessing it for a specific purpose.
If I use a VPN can I be hidden when on Facebook?
Here's the thing: everything you do on Facebook is tied to your user account. This means that you can still be identified by your actions, even if a VPN is connected. Additionally, many websites use something called the Facebook Pixel to link your activities on other sites to your Facebook account for analytics purposes.
In short, a VPN won't stop Facebook from tracking you and keeping tabs on what you get up to online. However, as they route your traffic through an encrypted tunnel, they can stop your employer, network admin, or government from seeing that you're on Facebook.
Will my account get banned for using a VPN on Facebook?
You shouldn't have any problems logging in or using Facebook while connected to a VPN. There is a small chance that your chosen server is blacklisted by the service (for instance, if it's been used to harass someone in the past), but luckily, this is an easy issue to fix: just try a different server. If you're struggling to access Facebook with a VPN, it's best to ask your VPN provider for help; they may even have specific servers specially designed to bypass the platform's VPN-detection measures.
If I use a mobile VPN can Facebook still track me?
The simple answer is that as long as you use Facebook, it can and will continue to track you. Whether you're using a VPN to browse the site doesn't matter, since you're logged in, which means everything you do can be traced back to your personal account. That said, a VPN can help hide your activities from snoopers, so at the very least, you'll be able to use Facebook without worrying about anyone intercepting your messages.
What do I do if Facebook is blocked in my country?
Countries like China and North Korea block Facebook outright. Some other places, such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar stop users from engaging in Facebook's VoIP (voice and video chat) features. If you're looking for a solution to this problem, then follow the steps given above and Facebook should work normally.
Facebook is censoring posts in my country. What do I do?
In some cases, Facebook has been accused of quietly acquiescing to government demands to block access to sensitive content. In others, it outright announces that it's censoring posts, such as when it attempted to play hardball with the Australian government by blocking all Australian news outlets from posting.
We understand how frustrating it can be when you're denied access to information and prevented from uncovering the truth. The best way to overcome this problem is to spoof your location via a VPN.
The next time you feel that your government, Facebook, or both are working together to restrict content, then we believe it's time to sign up for a VPN. Follow the steps in the previous section to make it appear you're accessing the social media site from a country outside your current location. That should do the trick.
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Da'wah : Invitation to the truth
Khalid Yasin
Bakhtiyaar Hashmi April 30, 2010 Download Videos
Shaykh Khalid Yasin, a former Christian, is the Executive Director of the Islamic Teaching Institute (ITI); a premier organisation dedicated to the work of Dawah. He has studied the Arabic language in Madina, Saudi Arabia and Cairo, Egypt and has had many mentors and teachers who tutored him in Fiqh us-Sunnah, Fiqh us-Seerah, Islamic History and the memorisation and recitation of the Holy Qur'an. In the past ten years, the ITI has delivered more than 5000 persons to Islam and an additional 1,476 since the September 11 Attacks. Shaykh Khalid Yasin delivered a lecture in Saudi Arabia in 1994 titled "The Purpose of Life", which resulted in 43 persons accepting Islam on that very night. Khalid Yasin constantly tours the world delivering lectures aimed at removing distortions about Islam and Muslims, conducting Dawah Training Courses, and providing new Muslims with a specially designed Islamic Training Program. Khalid Yasin is committed to raising the consciousness of the Muslims to fulfil the responsibility of Dawah and the establishment of Islamic revival, Insha'Allah.
Khalid Yasin-What Do You Really Know About Islam ?
The media tends to portray the religion of Islam according to the actions of a handful of so-called 'Muslims', and therefore unfairly labelling the whole religion negatively. Shaykh Khalid Yasin gives the viewer an insight into the beliefs and pillars of Islam, through which one sees that Islam is innocent from such claims. This lecture is especially useful for non-Muslims who wish to gain the proper knowledge about the religion of Islam.
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Jesus – A Prophet Of Allah
By Khalid Yasin. Through evidences cited from the Holy Quran and the Bible, Shaykh Khalid Yasin proves that Jesus Christ (peace be upon him) never once claimed to be more than a servant and Prophet of God, and through his Prophecy, it verified & described the coming of the comforter after he departs Here Shaykh Khalid proves that the Comforter described by Jesus Christ (peace be upon him) was none other than Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Love And Loyalty For Allah And His Messenger
By Khalid Yasin. In this lecture, Shaykh Khalid Yasin gives various examples of great companions who demonstrated true love and loyalty to Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him). Whether it was through their personal lives, families or wealth, their sacrifices are amazing, leaving the viewer wondering just how much we truly love Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him).
Islam – The Only Solution To World Peace
By Khalid Yasin. Shaykh Khalid Yasin outlines the necessary qualities for a system that is worthy of attaining the title The Solution to World Peace. As he begins to describe these qualities, one slowly recognises that all political systems and religions are disqualified – except the true and final religion of Allah. Islam; a complete and perfect system, and way of life.
Some Advice To The Muslim Women
By Khalid Yasin. This lecture is a vital one to watch, for both sisters and brothers. Shaykh Khalid Yasin goes through many important topics, such as the rights and responsibilities of the wife to husband and vice-versa, the controversial issue of polygamy (multiple marriage) – the wisdom and legitimacy behind it and much more. The Shaykh also gives lots of advice for a successful and happy marriage.
By Khalid Yasin. History in Islam has shown that when the true teachings of Islam are implemented within the Muslims and the Muslims are strongly united, they can never be defeated. However the only time Muslims are defeated is by the enemy within which is: disobedience to Allah and His Messenger and arguing over minor issues or differences, which leads to disunity. This is when the enemies of Islam find it easy to conquer the Muslims.
We Must Deliver The Message
This lecture is designed for Muslims, highlighting the importance of propagating Islam to others especially in these times we are living in. Whether it be through our behaviour or actions, it is vital for Da'wah that we are very careful not to damage the image of Islam to the world. Another important aspect of a Da'ee (one propagating Islam) is having knowledge of Islam and also putting that knowledge into practise.
What Is The Purpose of Life? Why are we here and where are we going? Through the verses of the Holy Qur'an, Shaykh Khalid Yasin expounds upon the creation of the universe and this amazing world we live in – and how it came to be. With his logical style of argument, the Shaykh answers these questions with much wisdom.
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Muhammad (pbuh) said that this religion began as something strange and will return as something strange… so give glad tidings to the strangers. We see many cases of Muslims reforming themselves to become better Muslims, and in most cases they are seen as extreme, strict and sometimes even considered as crazy. Strangers is what they have become. In this lecture Sheikh Khalid Yasin explains the importance of being patient in difficult times like these.
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Khalid Yasin – From The Root To The Fruit
A lecture in which Shaykh Khalid Yasin focuses primarily on the youth, taking them back to the heart of Islam – believing in the oneness of God and fearing Him wherever they may be. Khalid Yasin also advises the youth on ways to improve themselves and possibly become the soldiers of Islam. The lecture also includes a short talk from World Champion Boxer Hajj Nasim Hamed.
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Q: Not able to read environment variable in persistence.xml I have a Maven3 project where I'm using the tomcat7-maven-plugin. I would like to set the path for the embedded database via an environment variable argument to the jvm.
Reading the variable with System.getenv("myDataDir") within a Java-Method returns the correct path.
But when I try to set the variable ${myDataDir} in my persistence.xml and then I start tomcat with "mvn tomcat:run" I get FileNotFoundExceptions because the variable is not replaced with the actual value (it says e.g. Cannot find path for ${myDataDir}\derby.log)
I don't know what's causing this - if it's the persistence provider (EclipseLink) that doesn't support this or if it's something else.
My persistence.xml looks like this:
<persistence xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xsi:schemaLocation="http://java.sun.com/xml/ns/persistence http://java.sun.com/xml/ns/persistence/persistence_2_0.xsd" version="2.0" xmlns="http://java.sun.com/xml/ns/persistence">
  <persistence-unit name="myPersistence" transaction-type="RESOURCE_LOCAL">
    <provider>org.eclipse.persistence.jpa.PersistenceProvider</provider>
    <properties>
      <property name="javax.persistence.jdbc.driver" value="org.apache.derby.jdbc.EmbeddedDriver" />
      <property name="javax.persistence.jdbc.url" value="jdbc:derby:${myDataDir}/DB;create=true;upgrade=true" />
      <property name="javax.persistence.jdbc.user" value="admin" />
      <property name="javax.persistence.jdbc.password" value="password" />
      <property name="eclipselink.ddl-generation" value="create-tables" />
      <property name="eclipselink.ddl-generation.output-mode" value="both" />
      <property name="eclipselink.logging.level" value="SEVERE" />
      <property name="eclipselink.logging.file" value="${myDataDir}/derby.log" />
      <property name="eclipselink.application-location" value="${myDataDir}/dbScripts" />
    </properties>
  </persistence-unit>
</persistence>

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I forgot to mention, that I'm in a Spring 3 Framework environment. According to the examples on the web, this should be capable of using environment variables in persistence.xml...

A: Using ${myDataDir} in a database URL is not valid, unless supported by your database, or unless you are translating the variable during your own build scripts.
What you can do is pass a properties map to Persistence.createEntityManagerFactory() that has the URL you want, that you must build at runtime in code.

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Montreal Dog Show
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By Evelyn Reid
Photo courtesy of Blue Ribbon Therapy Dogs
Every November in Montreal, the United Kennel Club of Montreal proposes a three-day event starring man's proverbial best friend, the beloved dog. With hundreds of dogs, breeders and vendors under one roof, it's possibly the best opportunity of the year to rub shoulders with hundreds of well-trained canines and their passionate human entourage in Montreal.
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The next Championship Annual Montreal Dog Show runs November 6 to November 8, 2015.
Montreal Dog Show: The Competition, The Vendors
From Rhodesian ridgebacks to Tibetan terriers, roughly 100 different dog breeds are on location, primed to compete in rally and obedience trials. Vendor booths are also a part of the annual Montreal Show offering different services, supplies and crafts related to all things canine.
I Love Dogs But I Don't Have One at Home... Is This Show Only for Dog Owners?
If you're concerned that the event is a series of booths featuring the latest in dog collar technology that risks boring the life out of anyone who doesn't actually own a dog, don't be. This show is for everyone who's a dog lover, not just dog owners. I can't think of a better place to learn about dog behavior, temperament, and body language as well as the appropriate protocol for approaching everyday dogs you see on the street in a respectful manner.
In my experience, professionals and amateurs passionate about canines love nothing more than to educate the public and answer pressing questions and concerns. I would also say that if you're considering taking the big leap into dog ownership, this is the ideal occasion to get a sense of whether you're ready for the challenges and rewards that come along with this kind of commitment. And meeting the dogs on location is a treat in itself.
Can I Bring My Dog to the Show?
If your dog is registered in competition or for any other activity on site, then sure. Otherwise, keep your canine friends at home. Only registered dogs are allowed on the premises.
November 6 through November 8, 2015
Complexe Sportif St. Lazare
Contact organizers for details.
For more information, consult the United Kennel Club of Montreal website.
This Montreal Dog Show profile is for information purposes only. Any opinions expressed in this profile are independent, i.e., free of public relations and promotional bias, and serve to direct readers as honestly and as helpfully as possible. Note that Montreal Dog Show organizers were not charged a fee nor was any other business or organization listed on About.com Montreal charged a fee for its inclusion on the network. To fail to conspicuously disclose that a business offered a product/service gratuity for review purposes and to fail to disclose that a business paid and/or exchanged favors to be featured on a website, blog or other medium are violations of public trust which are not tolerated on About.com Montreal. About.com's experts are subject to a strict ethics and full disclosure policy, a cornerstone of the network's credibility.
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A great collection of favorite Fresh Fruit Recipes and our Delicious Dishes Recipe Party!
I love fruit… all kinds and I especially love fresh fruit recipes, don't you? Here is a round up of some of our favorites, perfect as we head into spring and summer!
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Redemption high-rye bourbon is straight bourbon whiskey 46% alcohol by volume/92 proof. Distilled from a mash of 38.2% premium rye, 1.8% barley malt & 60% corn.We start with a mash-bill of 95% premium rye and age it for over two years in new charred oak barrels. Once properly aged we bottle it at a bold 92 proof - perfect to stand up on its own in any cocktail or by itself in your favorite glass. Bottled at 92 proof the dry spiciness of the rye balances the sweetness of the corn for a really wonderful sipping experience on its own or in classic cocktail recipes.


Molecular science doctor team discovered cellular ageing stretch out lifespan. The scientist tells us we can live to 150.
Unthinkable is within sight. Those born today have a chance of living to 150, and lifespans of 120 years may well be the norm.
Molecular science doctor team discovered cellular ageing stretch out lifespan.
Your marriage had better be good if it is to last a century.
We are not talking about something ridiculously ambitious or unrealistic or visionary," said Dr Elizabeth Blackburn.
Who won the Nobel Prize in 2009 for research on telomeres and the genetics of ageing.
The great hope is that we can stop the degeneration setting in through advances in molecular science.
Dr Blackburn and her team discovered that telomeres – tiny caps that protect chromosomes, and the DNA within – shorten as we get older.
They shorten even faster if we subjected to high stress.
If we can prevent the damage with an enzyme called telomerase.
We can in theory short-circuit the process of cellular ageing and stretch out the lifespan.
It has been done with mice.
Dr Blackburn, now head of the Salk Institute in California, said we used to think that many of the diseases of old age were an inexorable fate.
But this may not in fact be the case.
"If you look at centenarians, they don't die of common diseases like cardio-vascular, cancer, or diabetes.
They mystify their physicians. It looks like a systems failure," she said at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Once we have conquered the lifestyle diseases one by one, the focus shifts to understanding the very complex genetic make-up of human beings.
There is no "magic gene" that can stop ageing, said Dr Blackburn. It is matter of understanding how the whole system fits together.
Her utopia will not be the same world of course.
A study by Lynda Gratton from the London Business School found that even if we live to just 100, our lives will be radically different.
If you want to retire with 50pc of your income, and most of us do, you will be working until you are 79 to 82," she said.
"All of our pension schemes are underwater and will look more and more like ponzi schemes.
The UK is still saying that a child born today will live to 85 but this is obviously ridiculous," she said.
We will have to keep learning new things and reinventing ourselves, with third and fourth careers.no easy task when the technology is advancing by leaps and bounds.
Ideally it is a extension of middle age – not an extension of old age – but the risks are obvious.
The world could become a horrible dystopia where the body outlasts the mind, and cognitive decline lasts longer.
Derek Yach, chief health officer for Vitality in the US, said the harsh reality is that we will struggle to live on this planet at all by the end of the century.
Climate change is going to get steadily worse. We will have 11 billion people living in a very challenged world," he said.
Flooding will swamp farmland. Arable acreage will fall. There will be 3bn Africans and they will age before they are rich, he said, creating huge strains.
The sheer heat will lead to "large wipe-outs of the elderly" in parts of the world. Indeed, this threshold is already approaching in the Persian Gulf.
A paper by Nature Climate Journal found that the combined heat and humidity – or 'wetbulb' index – recently exceeded the maximum survivable level for human beings.
It lasted only a few hours but the report concluded that the region may not be habitable if temperatures keep rising.
These nuggets on from the halls of Davos without claiming to understand the science of telomeres or cell science.
What we know is that there are now 200 clinical trials on human beings across the world.
Exploring ways to slow the ageing process by means of molecular changes.
So if you are under 50 – I am not – there is a good chance that you will live for a very long time yet.
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L'UCI Europa Tour 2005-2006 va ser la segona edició de l'UCI Europa Tour, un dels cinc circuits continentals de ciclisme de la Unió Ciclista Internacional. Estava formada per més de 300 proves, organitzades del 16 d'octubre de 2005 al 12 d'octubre de 2006 a Europa.

Evolució del calendari

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 Font: UCI Europa Tour

Referències

Enllaços externs
 Web oficial de l'UCI Europa Tour

Competicions ciclistes del 2005
Competicions ciclistes del 2006
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An Israeli woman works on marijuana plants at the BOL (Breath Of Life) Pharma greenhouse in the country's second-largest medical cannabis plantation, near Kfar Pines in northern Israel, on March 9, 2016.
The Drug Enforcement Administration says it will make a decision in the coming months that could prove to be a watershed moment for the burgeoning legal marijuana industry.
Advocates for marijuana legalization have long argued that the drug should be rescheduled, considering marijuana's relative safety when compared to a drug like heroin, which caused roughly 11,000 overdose deaths in 2014, according to the National Institutes of Health. The argument for rescheduling marijuana also revolves largely around the drug's potential for medical use, as 23 states have already legalized medical pot to treat a variety of maladies—from cancer to chronic pain—and U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy even admitted last year that "marijuana can be helpful" for certain medical conditions.
Should the DEA decide to reschedule marijuana, bumping it down with supposedly less dangerous drugs such as cocaine (Schedule 2) or ketamine (Schedule 3), the move would likely open the door for expanded research of cannabis' potential for medical applications. As it stands, the government has an exclusive contract with a University of Mississippi research lab to grow marijuana for the purpose of medical research, and the DEA notes in its letter that the government supplied an average of just nine researchers with marijuana for research purposes per year between 2010 and 2015.
Rescheduling could also have a major financial effect on the legal marijuana industry, which some estimates suggest will hit $6.7 billion in sales this year while expanding to nearly $22 billion by 2020. While more and more states have voted to legalize marijuana in some form over the past several years, the drug remains very much illegal on the federal level—an inconvenient fact for a rapidly expanding industry that has led to a range of issues for marijuana-related businesses, from a lack of banking options to federal tax issues.


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Hans Zimmer and James Newton Howard to score 'Batman Begins'
SEPTEMBER 14, 2004 | Submitted by Dan Goldwasser
With the rumor mill buzzing today, SoundtrackNet has confirmed that Hans Zimmer and James Newton Howard are planning to collaborate on Batman Begins. Initially mentioned on James Newton Howard's unofficial website, the news was confirmed to us by Howard's office this morning.
While this news is exciting, SoundtrackNet would like to remind our readers that the last time these two A-list composers tried to collaborate (on Secret Window), it didn't work out due to timing. So, we'll just have to wait and see how this plays out. But for now, fans can look forward to what will undoubtedly be an interesting score! Directed by Chris Nolan (Memento, Insomnia) and starring Christian Bale, the film will be released on June 17, 2005.


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Home Fossils Research offers insight into how oldest fossils formed
Research offers insight into how oldest fossils formed
Opalized Ammonite, Diameter 11 cm. Photo Copyright © Claude/flickr
Researchers at the The University of Western Australia have uncovered evidence of a new type of fossilization that may explain how some of Earth's oldest microfossils formed and might even help scientists detect evidence of past life on other planets.
Microfossils provide important clues about the early history of life on Earth, however some mystery still surrounds how they were preserved.
It generally thought that many of the oldest microfossils formed when silica grew on their cell walls encasing the microorganism. When the microorganism died, their cells rapidly decayed, leaving behind only traces of carbon in a hollow cavity that molded the shape of the organism.
The scientists worked on the 340-million-year-old Red Dog zinc-lead deposit in northern Alaska, and found the carbon filling of semi-hollow microfossils was not derived from the original organism but from migrated oil.
UWA Professor Birger Rasmussen from the School of Earth Sciences said the team found that oil infiltration of silica-entombed bacteria was responsible for producing the structures, which resembled many of the oldest microfossils preserved in the rock record.
"Using high-resolution electron microscopes, we found microfossils located around oil-carrying fractures were black and filled by a thin film of carbon," Professor Rasmussen said.
"In contrast, microfossils between the fractures contained little or no internal carbon and were virtually invisible."
Professor Rasmussen said the formation of carbon-rich microfossils around fractures suggested oil moving through the cracks in the rock had seeped into the semi-hollow molds left after the bacteria died.
"What we have found is a new process of fossilization." Professor Rasmussen said.
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"We are now looking at rock samples from other localities to examine what role oil might have played in the preservation of microfossils on the early Earth.
"The results may have implications for how we assess whether ancient microstructures are signs of life on early Earth and how we might detect biosignatures on Mars and other rocky planets."
The research was jointly carried out by Professor Birger Rasmussen and Dr. Janet Muhling at The University of Western Australia and is published in the journal Geology.
Note: The above post is reprinted from materials provided by University of Western Australia.
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There are 35 regional events to choose from in the North East series.
New for 2019 there will be an opportunity to be crowned NE Champion in each of the 5 year age groups (15-19, 20-24, 25-29 etc) . All ages as of 31st December 2019 see below for dates.
There will be prizes given out in each 5yr age-group category and these will be presented by a member of the regional committee. The prizes are for Triathlon England members only who are also North East Region members.
Due to their being 35 events registered for the 2019 season there will be a split in the Grand Prix. There will be a Triathlon GP and a Multi Sport GP.
Five races from the 22 events listed below, at least one should be Open Water.
Four events to count, meaning you could win this GP without having to swim or run. This is an exciting opportunity to experience Multi Sport.
The scoring system will be the same as previous years so points are calculated based on the winning time, with the winner receiving 100 points. Subsequent results are calculated by dividing the winning time by the recorded time for all other athletes and multiplying the result by 100 (eg. winner - 1hr 18mins = 100pts, 2nd - 1hr 19 minutes 36sec would receive 97.99 points 78 mins divided by 79.6 mins x 100 = 97.99).
i) The sixth best scores will be compared, then 7th etc etc.
ii) if still tied then the cumulative winning margin of the tied athletes' best 5 scores will be compared.
For the Club Championship the same events and point scoring system will be used as for the athlete GP with the top 5 scores to count from each club regardless of gender or age category.
In the interest of safety and quality control, all races must be permitted by British Triathlon. Any race which fails to attain a permit may be removed from the Series and may be excluded from future years.
Event organisers must forward final race results to the North East Senior GP Coordinator in Excel format within 7 days of the race and MUST include Home Nations membership number, name and D.O.B and club.
Failure to comply may result in exclusion from the the series in future years.
Another exciting year of races ahead for the North East, Good Luck!


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const DATA_URL_DEFAULT_MIME_TYPE = 'text/plain';
const DATA_URL_DEFAULT_CHARSET = 'us-ascii';

const testParameter = (name, filters) => {
	return filters.some(filter => filter instanceof RegExp ? filter.test(name) : filter === name);
};

const normalizeDataURL = (urlString, {stripHash}) => {
	const parts = urlString.match(/^data:(.*?),(.*?)(?:#(.*))?$/);

	if (!parts) {
		throw new Error(`Invalid URL: ${urlString}`);
	}

	const mediaType = parts[1].split(';');
	const body = parts[2];
	const hash = stripHash ? '' : parts[3];

	let base64 = false;

	if (mediaType[mediaType.length - 1] === 'base64') {
		mediaType.pop();
		base64 = true;
	}

	// Lowercase MIME type
	const mimeType = (mediaType.shift() || '').toLowerCase();
	const attributes = mediaType
		.map(attribute => {
			let [key, value = ''] = attribute.split('=').map(string => string.trim());

			// Lowercase `charset`
			if (key === 'charset') {
				value = value.toLowerCase();

				if (value === DATA_URL_DEFAULT_CHARSET) {
					return '';
				}
			}

			return `${key}${value ? `=${value}` : ''}`;
		})
		.filter(Boolean);

	const normalizedMediaType = [
		...attributes
	];

	if (base64) {
		normalizedMediaType.push('base64');
	}

	if (normalizedMediaType.length !== 0 || (mimeType && mimeType !== DATA_URL_DEFAULT_MIME_TYPE)) {
		normalizedMediaType.unshift(mimeType);
	}

	return `data:${normalizedMediaType.join(';')},${base64 ? body.trim() : body}${hash ? `#${hash}` : ''}`;
};

const normalizeUrl = (urlString, options) => {
	options = {
		defaultProtocol: 'http:',
		normalizeProtocol: true,
		forceHttp: false,
		forceHttps: false,
		stripAuthentication: true,
		stripHash: false,
		stripWWW: true,
		removeQueryParameters: [/^utm_\w+/i],
		removeTrailingSlash: true,
		removeDirectoryIndex: false,
		sortQueryParameters: true,
		...options
	};

	// TODO: Remove this at some point in the future
	if (Reflect.has(options, 'normalizeHttps')) {
		throw new Error('options.normalizeHttps is renamed to options.forceHttp');
	}

	if (Reflect.has(options, 'normalizeHttp')) {
		throw new Error('options.normalizeHttp is renamed to options.forceHttps');
	}

	if (Reflect.has(options, 'stripFragment')) {
		throw new Error('options.stripFragment is renamed to options.stripHash');
	}

	urlString = urlString.trim();

	// Data URL
	if (/^data:/i.test(urlString)) {
		return normalizeDataURL(urlString, options);
	}

	const hasRelativeProtocol = urlString.startsWith('//');
	const isRelativeUrl = !hasRelativeProtocol && /^\.*\//.test(urlString);

	// Prepend protocol
	if (!isRelativeUrl) {
		urlString = urlString.replace(/^(?!(?:\w+:)?\/\/)|^\/\//, options.defaultProtocol);
	}

	const urlObj = new URLParser(urlString);

	if (options.forceHttp && options.forceHttps) {
		throw new Error('The `forceHttp` and `forceHttps` options cannot be used together');
	}

	if (options.forceHttp && urlObj.protocol === 'https:') {
		urlObj.protocol = 'http:';
	}

	if (options.forceHttps && urlObj.protocol === 'http:') {
		urlObj.protocol = 'https:';
	}

	// Remove auth
	if (options.stripAuthentication) {
		urlObj.username = '';
		urlObj.password = '';
	}

	// Remove hash
	if (options.stripHash) {
		urlObj.hash = '';
	}

	// Remove duplicate slashes if not preceded by a protocol
	if (urlObj.pathname) {
		// TODO: Use the following instead when targeting Node.js 10
		// `urlObj.pathname = urlObj.pathname.replace(/(?<!https?:)\/{2,}/g, '/');`
		urlObj.pathname = urlObj.pathname.replace(/((?!:).|^)\/{2,}/g, (_, p1) => {
			if (/^(?!\/)/g.test(p1)) {
				return `${p1}/`;
			}

			return '/';
		});
	}

	// Decode URI octets
	if (urlObj.pathname) {
		urlObj.pathname = decodeURI(urlObj.pathname);
	}

	// Remove directory index
	if (options.removeDirectoryIndex === true) {
		options.removeDirectoryIndex = [/^index\.[a-z]+$/];
	}

	if (Array.isArray(options.removeDirectoryIndex) && options.removeDirectoryIndex.length > 0) {
		let pathComponents = urlObj.pathname.split('/');
		const lastComponent = pathComponents[pathComponents.length - 1];

		if (testParameter(lastComponent, options.removeDirectoryIndex)) {
			pathComponents = pathComponents.slice(0, pathComponents.length - 1);
			urlObj.pathname = pathComponents.slice(1).join('/') + '/';
		}
	}

	if (urlObj.hostname) {
		// Remove trailing dot
		urlObj.hostname = urlObj.hostname.replace(/\.$/, '');

		// Remove `www.`
		if (options.stripWWW && /^www\.([a-z\-\d]{2,63})\.([a-z.]{2,5})$/.test(urlObj.hostname)) {
			// Each label should be max 63 at length (min: 2).
			// The extension should be max 5 at length (min: 2).
			// Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hostname#Restrictions_on_valid_host_names
			urlObj.hostname = urlObj.hostname.replace(/^www\./, '');
		}
	}

	// Remove query unwanted parameters
	if (Array.isArray(options.removeQueryParameters)) {
		for (const key of [...urlObj.searchParams.keys()]) {
			if (testParameter(key, options.removeQueryParameters)) {
				urlObj.searchParams.delete(key);
			}
		}
	}

	// Sort query parameters
	if (options.sortQueryParameters) {
		urlObj.searchParams.sort();
	}

	if (options.removeTrailingSlash) {
		urlObj.pathname = urlObj.pathname.replace(/\/$/, '');
	}

	// Take advantage of many of the Node `url` normalizations
	urlString = urlObj.toString();

	// Remove ending `/`
	if ((options.removeTrailingSlash || urlObj.pathname === '/') && urlObj.hash === '') {
		urlString = urlString.replace(/\/$/, '');
	}

	// Restore relative protocol, if applicable
	if (hasRelativeProtocol && !options.normalizeProtocol) {
		urlString = urlString.replace(/^http:\/\//, '//');
	}

	// Remove http/https
	if (options.stripProtocol) {
		urlString = urlString.replace(/^(?:https?:)?\/\//, '');
	}

	return urlString;
};

module.exports = normalizeUrl;
// TODO: Remove this for the next major release
module.exports.default = normalizeUrl;

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Kacey Musgraves and Ruston Kelly Have Filed For Divorce
"Though we are parting ways in marriage, we will remain true friends for the rest of our lives."
By De Elizabeth
I Might Never Get Over My Parents' Divorce — And That's OK
"Andi Mack" star Joshua Rush gets real about divorce.
By Joshua Rush
Most Minors Who Are Married Can't File for Divorce — Even if They Want To
The final installment of Wedlocked, our series about child marriage in the U.S., explores divorce.
By Ashley Belanger
What Every Teen Needs to Know If Their Parents Are Getting a Divorce
First: Know that it's not your fault.
By Brittney McNamara
The Positive Side of Your Parents' Divorce
Why their split doesn't have to be the end of the world.
By Valerie Tejeda
Ask Rachel: I Can't Forgive My Father
The author of Odd Girl Out offers a reader advice on coping with a messy divorce.
By Rachel Simmons
Hot Topic: Dealing with Divorced Parents
Divorce affects more than 9 million kids in the U.S. But just because it's common doesn't mean it's easy to deal with.
By Hayley Phelan


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Home > HCAS > HCAS_FAC_PUBS > Department of Mathematics > Mathematics Faculty Articles > 117
Mathematics Faculty Articles
The Connection between Variational Equations and Solutions of Second Order Nonlocal Integral Boundary Value Problems
Alfredo F. Janson
Bibi T. Juman
Jeffrey W. Lyons, Nova Southeastern UniversityFollow
Dynamic Systems and Applications
Issue/No.
In this paper, we make certain continuity and disconjugacy assumptions upon the second order boundary value problem with nonlocal integral boundary conditions, y '' = f (x, y, y'), Y(x(1)) = y(1), and y(x(2)) + integral(d)(c) ry(x)dx, a < x(1) < c < d < x(2) < b, y(1), y(2), r is an element of R. Then, supposing we have a solution, y(x), of the boundary value problem, we differentiate the solution with respect to various boundary parameters. We show that the resulting function solves the associated variational equation of y(x).
Janson, Alfredo F.; Juman, Bibi T.; and Lyons, Jeffrey W., "The Connection between Variational Equations and Solutions of Second Order Nonlocal Integral Boundary Value Problems" (2014). Mathematics Faculty Articles. 117.
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/math_facarticles/117
Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography


I am from Salt Lake City and I currently reside in Salt Lake City.
Every day is different. However, one subject of my day holds true - actually, two - I wake up with the intent to create, and I paint. Usually, I will reflect not on a daily basis, but at the end of the week. Some weeks I find myself working passionately, but it isn't until the end of the week, or even a few weeks later, until I have a finished product. As an artist, you have to believe in yourself and know that lengthy days of creation don't always create a finished product, and art takes time.
I paint, I create: that is my daily routine.
Do you find that your location strongly influences the direction of your work?
I don't feel as though my work would necessarily change if I were anywhere else. I could be in an apartment in Paris, in my studio in SLC, or in a tent in the red rocks. Even though some things might change up a little bit, it would still be a recognizable piece which I created.
Evolution. Inside, I am the most impatient master of creation. I can't wait to see my finished piece.
How do you incorporate chance in your creative process?
Chance will always be a part of the creative process: often I set out to create something in my mind, but then something speaks and we give 'chance' a chance.
Spontaneity is always so important! But even more important is recognizing that importance of spontaneity and being able to see that the lightbulb of its effect is turned on. It is at that moment we must open our eyes to see it.
I graduated from the University of Utah, but I didn't think art would be an acceptable career path to choose. I studied psychology and behavioral sciences along with art, as I wasn't sure I would be able to make a living as an artist. When I graduated, I worked in the healthcare field and as a drug rep. Literally not even a year passed before I knew I wasn't in my element. It was at that point that I decided to pursue the unknown and chose my career in art.
When did you begin your current practice?
I began my practice in 1996, but it wasn't until 2014 I became a full-time painter. In 1996, I opened a floral boutique and after running it for 15 years and mastering the art of floral design I decided to further my career as an artist and create pieces that lasted, as flowers die.
I have the 80 / 20 rule when it comes to materials. The solid foundation of my materials is very consistent: 80% of my works are created on raw cotton canvas; the other 20% is saved for exploration. This gives me a solid foundation that I need, and yet allows for the intense moments of 'a-hah'. And who knows, those intense moments of creating on other materials sometimes actually translate into the 80% equation - like the solid wood panels use for small works.
How does your choice of material inform the final piece?
I feel as though I literally start my pieces with a color palette. This sets the tone for me. I then begin with the formations and structures and stay true to my philosophy of imperfections- it is all the materials that create the piece at the end of the day.
I love contrast. I love blacks and navy blues with whites and grey, and small pops of color. I feel as though there needs to be a climax with a story to create emotion, just as art needs a pivotal point or points along with the desensitized formations and notes of tranquility to create harmony.
Have you ever collaborated, or would you?
I love collaborations, and I love to see the outcome. However, my work is so solitary. When I am in my element, it is the only true moments I have to myself where I am me. It's just me and my art. The other moments in my life are filled with the day-to-day convolutions. Art is a pure form: it is just you and the object of creation.
My works have definitely created their own unique style in the past few years. I use an abundance of negative space, particularly tones of white. In the future, I don't really see how this will change, but I do know that change is essential. Stay tuned.


Meet Hamza Ayub, a graduate of Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) who ended up managing the social media marketing for universally acclaimed singer Akon.
After graduating from LUMS Pakistan, Hamza went to China and started pursuing his masters at the Peking University. Being an entrepreneur, he had always wanted to start up his own thing. And because his university was based in Shenzhen (the silicon valley of China), this was a perfect opportunity for him.
During his stay in China, Hamza started a small company InnoMagi which provided commercials for other local startups in the area. Being a filmmaker by trade, this was a dream come true for the youngster.
But that isn't all, one day he ended up filming the Richard Chiang, CEO of KonLive, Akon's company in China. The SEO noticed him and asked him about his work. It was then when he revealed that he was making commercials for small companies and promoted them through social media marketing.
This caught the interest of Richard Chiang and he offered him a contract to manage the YouTube page of Akon's upcoming show Millionaire Dance.
Millionaire Dance will allow Hamza to capture China through the eyes of big name celebrities like Akon himself, B. Howard (son of Micheal Jackson), Justin Timberlake and Afrojack.
You can visit the YouTube page of the show here.


Vietnamese cuisine is very diverse and is popular world-wide, as shown by the abundance of Vietnamese restaurants in big cities such as New York, London and Berlin. It is a mixture of traditional Vietnamese, Chinese and French food, with a plethora of regional variations. As in many Asian countries, rice or wheat areas often provide the basis of a meal. It will also come as no surprise that the fish dishes are plentiful. Great pride is taken in the cooking, with in-season fresh fruit and vegetables being used.
• Breakfast usually porridge or a meat soup noodle locally known as 'pho'.
• Nem (spring rolls, pork mixed with noodles, eggs and mushrooms wrapped in rice paper fried and served hot).
• Banh chung (rice, pork and onions wrapped in large leaves and left to cook for 48 hours; it can be eaten cold at any time).
• Fish sauce (Vietnamese food is not complete without fermented fish sauce).
• Bun cha - grilled pork, cold rice noodles, fried rolls and a big bowl of lettuce leaves.
Tipping is customary, especially in the tourist sector, and is much appreciated in a country where wages remain low. The more high-end restaurants and hotels may add a 5-10% service fee onto the bill.
• Soda lime is a refreshing soda served with freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar and ice - often served in tourist restaurants and clubs.
• Vietnam's coffee is grown in the Central Highlands, and is served thick, strong and black through a trickling filter. Sometimes it is served with condensed milk to sweeten.
• Vietnamese green tea is light and refreshing; it is generally served at the end of the meal.
• Alcohol Can (rice wine) is made by members of the hill tribes of Vietnam, and is drunk directly from the bottle - it is fermented in ceramic jars through bamboo straws.
• Draught beer or fresh ice water is produced daily and served in small bars and restaurants. The beer is quite alcoholic.


An assemblage of four independent compositions, a discourse, as if the term "string quartet" also contained a whole.
An experiment in using various procedures but avoiding the stylistic lapses of postmodernism.
Several time phases blend together to form a whole.
Seven short interwoven sections expressing various moods.
Stories of everyday life. This fantastic bazaar of sounds is set in a hermetic sound world.
For an instrument with a sostenuto pedal.
Einsichtnahme - Klangzeichen für Sprache - Laut-Folge zu einer Klangfigur - Antwortsuche - Klangbrücke - Vorsprachliches - Fortschreitende Erfahrung.
for singing, piano and percussion instrument ad lib.
A cycle in five parts based on text fragments by Michèle M. Salmony.
A collection of non-cyclic orchestral pieces.
The middle section sits between rowdy sound and composed form.


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San Justo Dam
San Justo Dam is a dam and reservoir in San Benito County, California, about three miles (5 km) southwest of Hollister. The dam provides offstream water storage for the federal Central Valley Project via the Pacheco Conduit and Hollister Conduit fed by the San Luis Reservoir.
Completed in January 1986, the dam is an earthfill structure 151 feet (46 m) high. Along with a companion dike structure 79 feet (24 m) high, it forms a reservoir with a capacity of about 9,785 acre-feet (12 million cubic meters ). [1]
San Justo Reservoir [CLOSED] was closed in 2008, following a Zebra Mussle infection and remains closed until further notice. [2]
List of lakes in California
The Los Angeles Aqueduct system, comprising the Los Angeles Aqueduct and the Second Los Angeles Aqueduct, is a water conveyance system, built and operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. The Owens Valley aqueduct was designed and built by the city's water department, at the time named The Bureau of Los Angeles Aqueduct, under the supervision of the department's Chief Engineer William Mulholland. The system delivers water from the Owens River in the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains to Los Angeles, California.
Shasta Dam is a concrete arch-gravity dam across the Sacramento River in Northern California in the United States. At 602 feet (183 m) high, it is the eighth-tallest dam in the United States. Located at the north end of the Sacramento Valley, Shasta Dam creates Shasta Lake for long-term water storage, flood control, hydroelectricity and protection against the intrusion of saline water. The largest reservoir in the state, Shasta Lake can hold about 4,500,000 acre-feet (5,600 GL).
The Feather River is the principal tributary of the Sacramento River, in the Sacramento Valley of Northern California. The river's main stem is about 73 miles (117 km) long. Its length to its most distant headwater tributary is just over 210 miles (340 km). The main stem Feather River begins in Lake Oroville, where its four long tributary forks join—the South Fork, Middle Fork, North Fork, and West Branch Feather Rivers. These and other tributaries drain part of the northern Sierra Nevada, and the extreme southern Cascades, as well as a small portion of the Sacramento Valley. The total drainage basin is about 6,200 square miles (16,000 km2), with approximately 3,604 square miles (9,330 km2) above Lake Oroville.
Calaveras Reservoir is located primarily in Santa Clara County, California, with a small portion and its dam in Alameda County, California. In Spanish, Calaveras means "skulls".
Lake Oroville is a reservoir formed by the Oroville Dam impounding the Feather River, located in Butte County, northern California. The lake is situated 5 miles (8.0 km) northeast of the city of Oroville, within the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area, in the western foothills of the Sierra Nevada. Known as the second-largest reservoir in California, Lake Oroville is treated as a keystone facility within the California State Water Project by storing water, providing flood control, recreation, freshwater releases assist in controlling the salinity intrusion into the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and protecting fish and wildlife.
Table Rock Lake is an artificial lake or reservoir in the Ozarks of southwestern Missouri and northwestern Arkansas in the United States. Designed, built and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the lake is impounded by Table Rock Dam, which was constructed from 1954 to 1958 on the White River.
The Delta–Mendota Canal is a 117-mile-long (188 km) aqueduct in central California, United States. The canal was designed and completed in 1951 by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation as part of the Central Valley Project to supply freshwater to users downstream of the San Joaquin River. Freshwater is diverted into the Madera Canal and Friant-Kern Canal at Friant Dam.
San Luis Dam is a major earth-filled dam in Merced County, California, which forms San Luis Reservoir, the largest off-stream reservoir in the United States. The dam and reservoir are located in the Diablo Range to the east of Pacheco Pass and about 10 miles (16 km) west of Los Banos. San Luis Dam, a jointly-owned state and federal facility, stores more than 2 million acre feet (2.5 km3) of water for the California State Water Project and the federal Central Valley Project. Although the dam is located in the valley of San Luis Creek, the majority of its water comes from man-made aqueducts which are supplied from other rivers in Northern California.
The San Luis Reservoir is an artificial lake on San Luis Creek in the eastern slopes of the Diablo Range of Merced County, California, approximately 12 mi (19 km) west of Los Banos on State Route 152, which crosses Pacheco Pass and runs along its north shore. It is the fifth largest reservoir in California. The reservoir stores water taken from the San Joaquin-Sacramento River Delta. Water is pumped uphill into the reservoir from the O'Neill Forebay which is fed by the California Aqueduct and is released back into the forebay to continue downstream along the aqueduct as needed for farm irrigation and other uses. Depending on water levels, the reservoir is approximately nine miles long from north to south at its longest point, and five miles (8 km) wide. At the eastern end of the reservoir is the San Luis Dam, or the B.F. Sisk Dam, the fourth largest embankment dam in the United States, which allows for a total capacity of 2,041,000 acre-feet (2,518,000 dam3). Pacheco State Park lies along its western shores.
Rancho San Justo was a 34,620-acre (140.1 km2) Mexican land grant in present-day San Benito County, California given in 1839 by Governor Juan B. Alvarado to José Antonio Castro. The lands of the rancho include current day Hollister.
The Oroville–Thermalito Complex is a group of reservoirs, structures, and facilities located in and around the city of Oroville in Butte County, California. The complex serves not only as a regional water conveyance and storage system, but is the headwaters for, and therefore perhaps is the most vital part of, the California Department of Water Resources' State Water Project, the world's largest publicly built and operated water and power development and conveyance system.
Anderson Lake, also known as Anderson Reservoir, is an artificial lake in Santa Clara County, California, United States, near Morgan Hill. The reservoir is formed by the damming of Coyote Creek just below its confluence with Las Animas Creek. A 4,275-acre (1,730 ha) county park surrounds the reservoir and provides limited fishing, picnicking, and hiking activities. Although swimming is prohibited, boating, water-skiing and jet-skiing are permitted in the reservoir.
Mammoth Pool Dam is a hydroelectric dam located on the San Joaquin River in the southern Sierra Nevada mountain range of California, about 45 miles (72 km) northeast of Fresno. It forms Mammoth Pool Reservoir and lies within the Sierra National Forest. The dam and reservoir were named after a large natural pool in the river that was once located above the present dam site.
Spring Creek Debris Dam is an earthfill dam on Spring Creek, a tributary of the Sacramento River, in Shasta County in the U.S. state of California. Completed in 1963, the dam, maintained by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, serves primarily to collect severe acid mine drainage stemming from the Iron Mountain Mine. The dam forms the Spring Creek Reservoir, less than 1 mile (1.6 km) long. Spring Creek and South Fork Spring Creek flow into the reservoir from a 16-square-mile (41 km2) watershed. The dam is directly upstream from the city of Keswick, California and the Keswick Reservoir. The operation is part of the Trinity River Division of the Central Valley Project.
New Exchequer Dam is a concrete–faced, rock-fill dam on the Merced River in central California in the United States. It forms Lake McClure, which impounds the river for irrigation and hydroelectric power production and has a capacity of more than 1,000,000 acre-feet (1.2 km3). The Merced Irrigation District (MID) operates the dam and was also responsible for its construction.
Atwood Lake is a reservoir located in Tuscarawas and Carroll counties in east central Ohio. The lake is formed by Atwood Dam 40°31′36″N81°17′5″W across Indian Fork, a tributary of Conotton Creek. The lake is named for the community of Atwood 40°31′36″N81°17′5″W which was purchased, demolished and inundated. Evidence of an old rail station and roadbed can also be seen near Dellroy when the lake level is drawn down for winter. In addition to the Indian Fork the lake also has coves to the north up Elliott Run, Willow Run and two unnamed streams along Bark Road and Ohio State Route 542. The dam was completed in September 1936 at a cost of $1,403,900 by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District. The operation of the lake and dam, along with the property immediately surrounding the dam site, was transferred to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Huntington District, after the approval of the Flood Control Act of 1939 by Congress. The MWCD continues to be responsible for the management of much of the reservoir areas behind the dam, serving as a partner to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for flood reduction. In addition to operating a number of recreation facilities, the MWCD cooperates with the Ohio Division of Wildlife for fishing and hunting management.
The Sweetwater Dam is a dam across the Sweetwater River in San Diego County, California. It is located approximately 12 miles (19 km) east of San Diego, 9 miles (14 km) and borders Bonita to the southwest and La Presa to the northeast. The 108-foot (33 m)-high masonry arch dam impounds 960-acre (390 ha) Sweetwater Reservoir.
The Upper North Fork Feather River Project is a hydroelectric scheme in the Sierra Nevada of California, within Lassen and Plumas Counties. The project consists of three dams, five power plants, and multiple conduits and tunnels in the headwaters of the North Fork Feather River, a major tributary of the Feather—Sacramento River systems. The total installed capacity is 362.3 megawatts (MW), producing an annual average of 1,171.9 gigawatt hours (GWh). The project is also contracted for the delivery of irrigation water between March 31 and October 31 of each year. The project is owned and operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company.
Barrett Dam is a concrete arch-gravity dam in southern San Diego County, California in the United States, forming Barrett Lake on Cottonwood Creek. The dam is part of the city of San Diego's local water supply system.
North Fork Pacheco Creek is a 19 miles (31 km) tributary stream of Pacheco Creek, in Santa Clara County, California. Originally it was considered the upper reach of Pacheco Creek. Its source is at an elevation of 2,360 feet (720 m) at 37°11′17″N121°25′42″W on a mountain side in Henry W. Coe State Park and is the headwaters of the Pajaro River watershed.
↑ http://www.usbr.gov/projects/Project.jsp?proj_Name=San%20Felipe%20Division%20Project
↑ "San Justo Reservoir".
Coordinates: 36°49′38″N121°26′39″W / 36.82722°N 121.44424°W / 36.82722; -121.44424
Central Valley Project Infrastructure
Auburn Dam
B.F. Sisk Dam
Folsom Dam
Friant Dam
Lewiston Dam
New Melones Dam
Nimbus Dam
O'Neill Dam
Red Bluff Diversion Dam
Sly Park Dam
Spring Creek Dam
Sugar Pine Dam
Trinity Dam
Whiskeytown Dam
Folsom Lake
Millerton Lake
Lake Natoma
New Melones Lake
O'Neill Forebay
San Luis Reservoir
Sugar Pine Reservoir
Trinity Lake
Whiskeytown Lake
Aqueducts and canals
Clear Creek Tunnel
Contra Costa Canal
Corning Canal
Delta Cross Channel
Delta–Mendota Canal
Folsom South Canal
Friant-Kern Canal
Madera Canal
San Luis Canal
Stockton Ship Channel
Tehama-Colusa Canal
American River
Chowchilla River
San Joaquin River
San Luis Creek
Stanislaus River
C.W. Bill Jones Pumping Plant


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Illegal building work occurs when a building permit is not issued on construction work that required a building permit to be issued. Such works might seem harmless now, but cause headaches at the time of property sale and have been known to cause a loss of property sale or reduction in sale price.
Part 16 of the Building Act 1993 states:
"A person must not carry out building works unless a building permit in respect of the work has been issued and is in force under this Act and the work is carried out in accordance with this Act, the Building Regulations and the permit."
Penalties for such breaches can range from 500 penalty units ($79,285) for an individual to 2500 penalty units ($393,925) in the case of a body corporate.
A building permit cannot be issued retrospectively for the works already carried out.
Where illegal building work has occurred Council can issue a Building Notice giving you the opportunity to show cause (indicate in writing) why the works were carried out without first obtaining a building permit. You have 30 days from the date of the Notice to respond.
Included in your response above, should be an indication of whether you wish to retain the works or alternatively wish to demolish/remove the works carried out without a building permit.
At this point you are not permitted to do any further works including the demolition/removal of the illegal works. You must only respond in writing to the Municipal Building Surveyor within the 30 days.
Demolition or removal of illegal works
The Council (Municipal Building Surveyor) will issue a Building Order giving you directions as to what works need to be done to reinstate the building/land to its original condition. No work can be carried out until you have received this Building Order.