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Q: Deleting specific obs for specific variables in R I'm working on a questionnaire and I need to turn some observations to NA when two arguments are true. In this case, I want my values to be NA when the variable name starts with "Q" and when the token is equals to the obs I no longer want.
So far I came up with this, which does not work.
Fusion_2_nom <- Fusion_2_nom %>%
  mutate_at(vars(starts_with("Q")),
            replace(token %in% c("3d4faa","214c61", "a786b6", "52a719", "1f9887", "9b6347"), NA))

How should I go about it?
Thanks!

A: You need to use a lambda function with replace, and the current column .xas imput.
I suggest you use updated dplyr synthax( mutate(across(...)), instead of the deprecated mutate_at(vars(...))).
library(dplyr)

Fusion_2_nom <- Fusion_2_nom %>%
        mutate(across(starts_with("Q"),
                      ~replace(.x, token %in% c("3d4faa","214c61", "a786b6", "52a719", "1f9887", "9b6347"), NA))

A similar example with the mtcars dataset:
mtcars %>% mutate(across(vs:carb, ~replace(.x, mpg %in% c(21.0, 10.4, 15.0), NA)))

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Lincoln Continental 10.4   8 460.0 215 3.00 5.424 17.82 NA NA   NA   NA
Chrysler Imperial   14.7   8 440.0 230 3.23 5.345 17.42  0  0    3    4
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Toyota Corolla      33.9   4  71.1  65 4.22 1.835 19.90  1  1    4    1
Toyota Corona       21.5   4 120.1  97 3.70 2.465 20.01  1  0    3    1
Dodge Challenger    15.5   8 318.0 150 2.76 3.520 16.87  0  0    3    2
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Camaro Z28          13.3   8 350.0 245 3.73 3.840 15.41  0  0    3    4
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Fiat X1-9           27.3   4  79.0  66 4.08 1.935 18.90  1  1    4    1
Porsche 914-2       26.0   4 120.3  91 4.43 2.140 16.70  0  1    5    2
Lotus Europa        30.4   4  95.1 113 3.77 1.513 16.90  1  1    5    2
Ford Pantera L      15.8   8 351.0 264 4.22 3.170 14.50  0  1    5    4
Ferrari Dino        19.7   6 145.0 175 3.62 2.770 15.50  0  1    5    6
Maserati Bora       15.0   8 301.0 335 3.54 3.570 14.60 NA NA   NA   NA
Volvo 142E          21.4   4 121.0 109 4.11 2.780 18.60  1  1    4    2

A: My approach would be similar, but I prefer to use across and if_else. Also for a better "readability" I created a separated vector for the tokens.
token_na <- c("3d4faa","214c61", "a786b6", "52a719", "1f9887", "9b6347")

df %>%
  mutate(
    across(
      .cols = starts_with("Q"),
      .fns = function(x)if_else(x %in% token_na,NA_character_,x))
  )

A: Using case_when
Fusion_2_nom %>%
  mutate(across(starts_with("Q")),
            case_when(!token %in% c("3d4faa","214c61", "a786b6", "52a719", "1f9887", "9b6347")~ .)))


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More than 30 statues border the cobblestone walkway of the Charles Bridge. Look back at Old Town and see the spires of historic buildings towering over the streets. The Astronomical Clock chimes on the hour. In Budapest, the House of Parliament faces the rushing waters of the Danube River. Ancient thermal pools hide in caves in the quiet district of Pest. The elegance of the Austro-Hungarian Empire continues to adorn elements of the city. Discover extravagance and culture, history and legend during your 8-day tour of Prague and Budapest.
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(Day 1): Prague – Arrive in the Czech Republic Capital with an Orientation Tour
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(Day 4): Prague – Retrace the Footsteps of Prague's Soviet Occupation
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The cities of Budapest and Prague have always carried a significant allure, steeped in their legendary beauty and coveted by kingdoms and empires for nearly a millennium. Your tour of Prague and Budapest is custom tailored to show you the layers of history and tenacious cultures of the two cities, from their inceptions in the Middle Ages to the falling of the Iron Curtain. When you arrive in Prague, your private transfer greets you at the airport. The heart of Old Town highlights the storybook atmosphere of the entire city.
You can see Prague Castle set on the rocky outcropping overlooking the Vltava River. Begin the first of many European tours by crossing the Charles Bridge to see the elegant walkway connecting the Golden Lane to the historic town center. Once you cross the Vltava River, you explore the ground of Prague Castle, taking in the stunning churches, graceful palace, and the walkway lined with antique homes leading up the hillside, known as the Golden Lane. Visit a local brewery inside a monastery, celebrated for their historic beer.
The Jewish Ghetto was once home to Franz Kafka and continues to charm visitors with the Art Nouveau architecture and one of the largest collections of artifacts about the Jewish faith. Prague proudly displays its heritage, including commemorating its time as a part of the Soviet Union with plaques in Wenceslas Square. Your guide leads you on an enlightening tour of the Velvet Revolution. You depart for Budapest, the capital of Hungary, and enjoy a private guided tour of the city's extravagant House of Parliament building, along with a look inside the wondrous St. Istváns Basilica.
Discover Castle Hill and the gracefully preserved structures of the Royal Castle and Old Town district. The flavors of the country come to radiant light with a cooking class to showcase the variety of flavors inside every traditional dish. Spend a time relishing the look of the city at night on an evening cruise along the Danube. The opulence of Budapest's time as the co-capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire remains in the Opera House and continues to shine brightly in the history of the city. After breakfast on your final morning, your private transfer escorts to the airport for your flight home.
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The city of Prague has a storybook atmosphere cast in its riverside location, looming castle, and countless spires decorating the skyline. The mixture of Baroque, Renaissance, and Gothic architecture offer insight into the eclectic ascetics of the city's history. Your private transfer meets you at Václav Havel Airport and quickly escorts you to your luxurious hotel situated near the Vltava River. Consider learning more about your European tour operator who strives to make this the most memorable trip of your life. Prague has an energetic atmosphere winding around the streets of Old Town. You can hear the river brush against the banks and stone bridges connecting Old Town to the regal district beneath the castle. The Clementinum National and National Library is one of the largest historical complexes in Europe.
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In the morning, the market brims with locals and vendors alike. The aroma of freshly baked bread fills Old Town. Display windows showcase elegant truffles made in the small kitchen at the back of the store. At breakfast, you find a collection of cosmopolitan foods set next to traditional Czech dishes, such as dark rye bread and yeast rolls. The aroma of rich hot chocolate accompanies the sweet pleasures of local honey. After your meal, your guide meets in the hotel lobby ready to take you on a marvelous private tour of the city's regal history. Prague Castle stands tall above the city on Vltava's left bank. The castle spires rise in a row nestled close together. The complex encompasses an area of more than 403,000 square feet.
The grounds, established in the 9th century, have continued to serve as the seat of Czech monarchs. A series of historic buildings surround the cobblestone courtyard. When you enter the complex, you find a staggering display of eclectic architectural styles due to various restructuring throughout the centuries. In Vladislav Hall, the stone-vaulted ceilings have detailed span over 52 feet and are adorned with winding latticework that resemble vines winding up the ceiling. The wonders of the stately world continue outside the castle grounds and along the Golden Lane.
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The Letna district is nestled between two parks, one of which has a panoramic view of Old Town. In the morning, you can see the sunlight glisten off of the spires of the historic city. A beer garden offers a taste of the Prague culture in the view, the atmosphere, and the flavor of the city's celebrated beer. After breakfast, your guide greets you at the hotel. You are eager to explore the distinct districts of the old city. The ambiance of the meandering alleyways and hidden lanes create a mixture of settings, ranging from fairytale-like in the pockets of Gothic architecture to reminiscent of espionage dating back to the Soviet era. Your guide leads you to the Jewish Quarter.
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Glass cruise boats float down the Vltava River beginning in the morning. Visitors can take in the skyline of the castle district and Old Town with a single glance. After breakfast, you venture out into the city to explore the locations associated with the Velvet Revolution. People of the Czech Republic refer to the Soviet's return of the government to its people as "Velvet," because the revolution was peaceful, and ended in a compromise. Your tour begins in Wenceslas Square, situated in the heart of New Town. The district was erected in the 14th century and has wide lands lined with trees.
Wenceslas Square stretches 2,460 feet long, nearly 197 feet wide, and crowned by the National Museum. In 1989, 250,000 people gathered in the square. From the steps of the National Museum, you can look out over the length of shops, hotels, and restaurants; imagine the crowds of people parading through the city with one common goal. The Prague State Opera opened its doors in the late 19th century and continues to tell the stories written in music by famous conductors. It also highlights the beauty of the building's architecture as well as the grandeur of a post-communist Prague.
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Coming off a dramatic 5-2 win against Tiffin, the Cedarville Lady Jackets defeated the Ursuline College Arrows 3-0 on Saturday afternoon in front of a homecoming crowd. Cedarville is now 5-3-1 overall with a promising 5-1-0 record in the G-MAC which has them sitting at third in the conference.
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The sunny skies turned cloudy, and a heavy rain drenched the field during halftime and intermittently soaked the players early in the second half. Still the Jackets didn't let the conditions hurt their play.
Head coach Jonathan Meade explained, "We came out of the gate pretty well with a lot of good possession. We just needed to clean things up."
The Jackets made important halftime adjustments, and their offensive pressure finally paid off.
They responded to early but ineffective offensive pressure from Ursuline with a goal in the 55th minute. After the Jackets threw in the ball, Ursuline deflected it away from the goal to a waiting Northcutt who sent a rocket past the Ursuline goalkeeper from nearly 40 yards out.
Four minutes later, Ursuline attempted to score, but sophomore goalie Brooke Ackley caught the slow roller. She didn't see much action after that.
With twenty-three minutes left in the game, Mary Kate Wyer assisted Jada Hensley's goal, a long kick from the right into the center of the goal.
In the 89th minute, Erslan added to Cedarville's total with a goal from the left, cementing their win.
Erslan, who entered the game in the last five minutes, said, "Our team motto is that the people coming off the bench are supposed to be game changers, and I just went in with intensity, knowing that we needed energy off the bench."
On Thursday, Oct.7, Cedarville travels to Lake Erie to face more conference competition. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m.
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Capital: London
Population: 53 Million
This is where Snorflag of Lavaton was going to start his reign of terror. England is one of the nations of the United Kingdom, governed by a parliament of elected officials, and the Queen of England, Various groups of people have lived here for thousands of years. It was one of the first countries in the world to be industrialized. The word England means "land of the Angles". It also used to be called Albion.
Capital: Paris
This is where Kutterwood of Ungle was going to start stealing things. France is the largest country in western Europe and is a republic. The name means "Country of the Franks", and is well known globally for its culture and cuisine, as well as cementing the ideals of Human Rights. France is a popular holiday destination and receives the most tourists of any country in the world.
Capital: Sacramento
This is where Glayciar of Eyce was going to save his people. California is a state within the United States of America, and has the largest population of any state. It was settled first by Native Americans and then European explorers. It was once claimed by Spain and Mexico, before joining the USA. It is known for its film industry, growing fresh fruit and diverse geography.
Capital: Edinburgh
Population: 5 Million
This is where Shatter of Krystal was going to perform her experiment. Scotland has been its own sovereign state for hundreds of years, and in the 17th century joined with Ireland and England into a union known as the UK. The name means "land of the Gaels". Scotland is made up of 790 Islands and the country has the largest oil reserves of any country in the European Union.
Capital: Honolulu
This is where Warter of Layquid was going to feast. Haweii is the only US state comprised entirely of islands. The name means "Homeland" in the Polynesian language. The islands owe their existence to volcanoes, which continually erupt and add to old islands or create new ones. The state does not observe daylight savings time, so the clocks never go backward or forward.
Capital: None
Population 8 Million
This where Lology of Fless changed the laws of science. Switzerland does not have an official capital, but its largest city is Geneva. It is a peaceful nation, having not declared war against anyone for almost two centuries. It is the birthplace of the Red Cross organisation, has the highest quality of life in Europe and works to foster peace around the world.
Capital: Lhasa
This where Gass of Vaypour created the largest cloud on Earth. Tibet is one of the highest regions on Earth, as well as containing Mount Everest, the tallest mountain in the world. The capital city Lhasa, is one of the highest cities in the world and the name means "place of the gods". Tibetan Buddhism is the dominant religion in the country.
Capital: Oslo
This where Durst of Zand tried to escape the planet. Norway is known for its ancient Viking culture. The name means "the northward route" and has been inhabited for 10,000 years. It is the least densely populated country in Europe. Football is the most popular sport played in Norway. It is also a founding member of the United Nations.
Capital: Nairobi
This is where Shift of Tyme was doing the hunting. Kenya is known as the homeland of Masai people, for being a great place to see the wildlife of the African continent, and is famous for its Safaris. Kenya also boarders Lake Victoria, the second largest fresh water lake in the world. The official languages of Kenya are English and Swahili.
Capital: Moscow
Population: 143 Million
This where Eyon of Metron began his plan to end our dominion over the Earth. Russia is the largest nation in the world, it covers one eighth of the world's habitable land. The name Russia is derived from the medieval state of Rus. It is considered one of the planet's great powers, and has the largest energy reserves of any nation. The world's first satellite, animal in space and astronaut were all launched from Russia.


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Arnþór Snær Sævarsson's story
You've been working with Tempo since its early days. How did you end up here and how have things changed?
I started with Tempo as a freelancer in 2012. There were eight people on the team back then and one product. By the end of the following year, the team had more than developed. Immediately for me, I got the sense that the company was rapidly growing and that's been a feeling that has carried forward. Since I've been here, the team has multiplied tenfold. It's been exciting.
In my previous job at Síminn, an Icelandic telecommunications company, it had also grown very quickly, but was very large (approximately 1,000) when I started. When you go from 8 – 80, the growing challenges are a little different, but the need for constant evolution is the same.
There is an excitement about being a part of a startup, when you are part of a small team and growing. I feel younger now than when I joined. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of it.
Can you tell us about your part in designing Tempo as a product, and the role of the Design team?
I was the first designer to join Tempo full-time. When I joined, there were two big challenges: one was figuring out what our new products would do and which problems they would solve, and aligning our products together. Aligning our products with Atlassian's style guide was also a priority — they had introduced their style guide around that time.
I wore many hats, developing design patterns, mockups and prototypes, usability testing and research, and figuring out the right questions to ask.
How do you approach empathy and prioritization? How do you know when to say No?
It's really important to set clear objectives with any project, defining who it's for, how it's achieved. User research is really important at the onset to help us define the project scope. Testing ideas with real customers provides us with invaluable feedback and helps us to stay focused.
In the design phase, we have some ideas that customers are facing certain problems. By testing with customers and releasing often, we can validate and determine whether we have sufficiently solved the customer problems. They're the people who are really designing our products.
We're really good at learning and internalizing things, and sometimes when we become overly with familiar with our products and it's easy to become extremely focused on the mechanics of the product — the screens, the buttons, the use cases. If you don't regularly validate this with customers to show them what you're doing or use the products on your own, it's easy to lose sight of the bigger picture.
Every day, it's important to come in and ask Why? — What are we doing, and why are we doing it? This helps us to see our products in a way that our customers see them, which helps us to empathize with them and to set boundaries and say No. Unlearn a bit, stay fresh.
What's the most important aspect of the design and development process to you? How do you connect the two?
For both design and development, I think the most important aspect is validating and testing ideas and code. The first step is to spend time with the people you are building solutions for or intend to build. Learn a bit more about their problems; walk in their shoes. Who are these people? Where do they come from? What are the demographics?
Gather a team of people to answer: Can you solve this problem, and can you solve it in a manner that people will want to buy it? What's the simplest thing that we can do to determine whether this product will work? How can we test this in the simplest way? This determines whether we should develop the solution and spend our time on it rather than on solving some other problem.
What's a typical day at Tempo like for you?
I don't really have a typical day other than: I walk to work, I stand at my desk, I eat lunch, I drink a lot of coffee, I have fun.
How would you describe the company culture at Tempo?
Open, friendly, and challenging. There aren't any walled gardens and silos at Tempo. I can walk up to any team at any time and know what people are working on.
What do you like best about working at Tempo?
Everyone is thinking and is open with their opinions. We expect that everybody does good work and we help others to ensure that we all do. The environment keeps me on my toes, and inspires and challenges me to do good work, which I like.
What B2B or design trends do you see? What excites you?
There are many opportunities to create high-fidelity product designs, which couldn't really be done before.
One of the big changes in the enterprise is that it's not being adopted in a top-down way as it has been in the past. More of the decision making is closer to the end users and this has changed the landscape — teams are adopting simpler tools that are more specific, and this is where interesting design happens. The more up close a product is to a specific problem, the greater chance there is that the end user will be delighted.
How has your background benefited you in your role at Tempo?
I used to do a lot of freelance web development where I had to do the design, backend, code — everything. I have a degree in computer design, so I'm trying to approach software development from a design perspective. I think it's given me a healthy 'hacker' mentality.
What advice would you give others seeking to work in this field? What strengths or characteristics do you think are important?
This field is something that you get good at by proactively doing. If you're not employed, you should take on projects to get the experience. It's important to keep up to date on latest techniques and methods, but the masters have internalized these and they can focus on the Why?
What song / music do you listen to when you need to go into "work mode"?
Generally, I tend to listen to a lot of electronic music but for the last few months, I've been listening to a lot of David Bowie, Underworld, and Tangerine Dream.


Very Rev. P. C. Yohannan Ramban Passed away at 4:30 a.m. IST on Sept 13, 2008 due to heart failure. Rambachan's body was kept at Karippal hospital. On Sept 16th, the mortal remains of Rambachan was taken to Pampady Dayara. Funeral was conducted at Pampady Dayara on Wednesday, 17th Sept at 02.00 PM. Let us all pray in unison for our Rambachan's soul.
Oct. 12th : The 30th day of demise of Very. Rev. P. C Yohannan Ramban was celebrated at the Pothenpuram Dayara on October 12th (Sunday). More than 10,000 devotees took part in the function.
Sept. 17: 3.20 pm: Kabaradaka Shusrusha completed. Very. Rev. P.C Ramban's mortal remains was placed in the specially constructed tomb. The video of the entire ceremony would be broadcasted in (OrthodoxChurch.TV) when it is available. Please keep checking the page for the exact time.
Sept. 17: 2.15 pm: Prayers for Kabaradaka Shusrusha started.
Sept. 17: 1.45 pm: Deliverance of condolence messages (Anushojana Prasangam).
Sept. 17: 12.30 pm: Nagary Kanickal procession reached Dayara.
Funeral of respected Rambachan would be conducted at Pampady Dayara on Wednesday 17th Sept at 02.00 PM. Pampady and nearby places have declared a voluntary Hartal for the day (Wednesday) in respect of their beloved Rambachan. After the Holy Qurbana by the Metropolitans today morning the mortal remains will be shifted to Pampady Valiya Pally. After paying respects, the Nagarikaanikkal will commence at 09:00 hrs and is expected to reach dayara by 12:00 noon. Condolence meeting will be held and Kabharadakkam is scheduled for 14:00 hrs.
As per eye witness accounts, heart breaking scenes especially from the children of Asha Kiram (HIV affected innocent kids) from whom Rambachan fought a great WAR, inmates of MGM Abhaya Bhavan, Bala Bhavan , small children from BMM school, KG College and men and women from all walks of life whom Rambachan LOVED and served during his mission work are reported……..In the history of Malankara Orthodox Church ,such scenes are unheard off…..Throughout the 20 KM last journey from Kottayam to Pampady dayara .a sea of humanity was waiting in tears to receive their Holy father…..This true disciple of Pampady Thirumeni has gone for his heavenly abode after accomplishing His Mission….leaving all of us behind…may be to make a place ready for all of us….his spiritual children….
People from all of walks of life throughout Kerala are rushing to Dayara to have a last glimpse of their Idayan and good friend.
HG Gheevarghese Mar Ivaniose who was on a brief pastoral visit to USA has immediately cut short his visit and is expected to arrive at Nedumbacheery on Tuesday early morning. On hearing the most shocking news, Thirumeni expressed his strong intention to be physically present for the funeral and accordingly the burial is postponed to Wednesday at Pampady Dayara.
Tuesday morning, the mortal remains of Rambachan will be taken to Pampady Dayara by about 12:00 PM after having a brief stay at Rambachan's ancestral home near Pampady. Throughout Tuesday AN and night people will have the privilege to pay homage to Rambachan.
On Wednesday morning the mortal remains will be shifted to Pampady St. John's Cathedral (parent Parish) to allow people from all walks to pay their respects.
Nagarikanikkalwill commence from pampady cathedral at about 10:00 hrs (Wed) and expected to reach Dayara around 12:30hrs via Pampady town, Alampally, KG College, Asha Kiran, Mar Ivaniose ITC, BMM School, MGM Abhaya Bhavan and Bala Bhavan (all founded and nurtured by beloved Rambachan). Kabharadakka Shrushoosha will be led by Bava Thirumeni and Mar Ivaniose of Kottayam, assisted by all other Metropolitans.
Since the news of Ramabchan's untimely passing away is announced, all are in a state of shock in and around Pampady. People are pouring in day and night to pay homage. Around 50,000 people are expected to attend the funeral/ nagarikanikkal procession and people are working day and night to ensure that all arrangements are being made for the successful accomplishment.
People in thousands reached Karipal Hospital to join the last journey of Yohannan Ramban from Kottayam to Pampady. The "Radham" carrying the Mortal Remains of their Nalla Idayan reached Manarcad at 10:30 AM IST. Under the leadership of the Vicar and MC Members of St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian Church, Manarcad and Manarcad Powrawalli, special homage was paid at Manarcad Junction .
In view of the big turnout of people from various walks of life including men, women and children irrespective of caste, creed or religion, the 20 KM long procession from Kottayam to the Pampady Dayara was moving very slowly.
Let us continue to pray for this great Karma Yogi who has sacrificed his whole life for the Holy Church and the society.


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Savez Izviđača Srbije
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Membership badge of the Savez Izviđača Srbije
Savez Izviđača Srbije (Template:Lang-sr) is the primary national Scouting organization of Serbia. A referendum on independence was held in Republic of Montenegro on May 21, 2006, voting to leave its state union with Serbia by a narrow margin. Montenegro became the world's 193rd recognized sovereign state, which has then split the Savez Izviđača Srbije i Crne Gore, as happened with Czechoslovakia in 1993, meaning that both nations may now need to reapply for World Organization of the Scout Movement membership.
2 Present day
3 Regional Scouting divisions
3.1 Local Scout Councils
3.2 Regional Councils
3.3 Savez Izviđača Vojvodine
3.4 Savez Izviđača Kosove i Metohije
4 Serbia and Montenegro National Scout Fellowship
5 Program, sections and ideals
5.1 Scout Oath
5.2 Scout Law
6 Other Scouting organizations in Serbia
The first Scout units in what was to become Yugoslavia were founded in 1911 by Dr. Miloš Popović, in Belgrade, Kragujevac, Vranje and Valjevo. As Yugoslavia, Serbia served as one of the 20 original signatories that founded the World Organization of the Scout Movement, from 1922 to 1950.
The Russian Scout association Русский Скаут went into exile after World War I, and continued where fleeing White Russian émigrés settled, establishing groups in Serbia.
The outbreak of World War II saw the suspension of Scouting in Serbia in 1941, when Yugoslavia was occupied by the Germans. Scouting in Yugoslavia was coopted by the Tito government in 1950, at which time WOSM membership was forfeited, as the new organization did not meet all the criteria for membership, as there were very close connections with the communist government. In 1951, individual Scout associations were founded in all then-Yugoslav republics.
The Scout Association of Yugoslavia was renewed under the former Federal Socialist Republic of Yugoslavia on November 24, 1951 at a meeting held in Zagreb, now in Croatia. Individual branches were created for each constituent republic, and the Scout movement grew and thrived until the Yugoslav dissolution in 1991.
Yugoslavia, as Serbia and Montenegro, returned as the 137th member of the World Organization of the Scout Movement on September 1, 1995. In the prevailing situation in the Balkans, the association is very active in social work for all segments of the population, and cooperates closely with the Red Cross in providing aid to refugees, opportunities for the disabled, help for orphans and general aid to areas in crisis. The SIS has recently been featured in news stories about the work they are doing for the environment. The SIS is active in a campaign to introduce new methods and materials of packaging, different schemes for garbage collection and recycling programmes. Serbia and Montenegro fielded a contingent EuroJam 2005.
The Savez Izviđača Srbije is a voluntary, independent, nonpolitical and social organization of children, youth and adults, for development of their physical, intellectual and spiritual potential. Every citizen of Serbia could become a member of the Savez Izviđača Srbije, if he or she accepts the Program of the Association and acts in accordance with the Scout Laws and regulations of the Constitution of Savez Izviđača Srbije, and is active in his or her unit and in the Association.
The President of Savez Izviđača Srbije will now be Mr. Nikola Petrovic from Kraljevo, the former Vice-President elected in March 1995. He serves a four-year term.
The Savez Izviđača Srbije does not presently own its own centers, nor do the individual Scout Organizations of Serbia. A number of Scout Groups have their own centers, including groups in Buljarice, Debelo Brdo, and Brezovica.
Regional Scouting divisions
Local Scout Councils
If there are a number of Scout Groups in a locality (such as a city or district) then local Scout Councils may be formed. There are City Scout Councils in Belgrade and Niš and 12 District Scout Councils around Serbia in Ada, Požarevac, Velika Plana, Bačka Topola, Rakovica, Vranje, Čukarica, Šabac, Zaječar, Kruševac, Subotica and Zvezdara.
Vojvodina and Kosovo and Metohija autonomous regions of Serbia have their own Scout Councils, which belong to Savez Izviđača Srbije.
Where most countries have a formalized structure of Councils, Districts and Groups, Serbia has a less formal organization. At the heart of Savez Izviđača Srbije are the Groups, typically much bigger than Groups in other countries, containing several Cub packs, Scout troops and Senior Scout units. For example, the France Prešern Group in Belgrade, founded in 1957, has had over 11,000 members, over 200 new members a year.
Savez Izviđača Vojvodine
The Scout Association of Vojvodina (Serbian: Savez Izviđača Vojvodine/Савез Извиђача Војводине, Hungarian: Vajdasági Cserkészek, Croatian: Savez Izviđača Vojvodine) has been active since 1911, when the first local Scout units were founded in Novi Sad, Pančevo, Subotica and other places. The Scout Association of Vojvodina, which has around 2000 members, unites the work of 35 Scout units from towns and villages across Vojvodina. The work of the Scout Association of Vojvodina includes camps, various activities, training of leaders, meetings, seminars, and competitions, Scout jamborees of Vojvodina gathering up to 2000 participants, orienteering all-around competitions, an international Scout artists' colony, and the Eurostep program, including an Eco-camp in Pančevo, the Archeology camp in Sremska Mitrovica, the International Scout Artists' Colony in Kovačica and the Camp for River Scouts in Kanjiža.
Savez Izviđača Kosove i Metohije
Serbia and Montenegro National Scout Fellowship
The (SAMnet) is the newest of British Scouting's country focussed networks, a forum where members of The Scout Association with a specific interest in Serbia and Montenegro regularly visit the country and work to raise awareness within the UKSA of Scouting there and in the Balkans in general.[1] SAMnet was formed in May 2004 after a Scout Association study visit to the country.
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The Bosko Buha Scouts were the hosts of the second meeting of Scouts from the Zlatibor region, and represented Prijepolje and Serbia in England, at EuroJam 2005.
Program, sections and ideals
Groups may belong to Local Scout Councils and/or Regional Scout Organizations, but many Groups report directly to Savez Izviđača Srbije, the Serbian Scout Association.
Scout Groups in Serbia tend to be named after people-either from local history or the founders of the Group. Each Scout Group has its own neckerchief, the generally vibrant colors of which are chosen by the members. Scout Groups are led by a Group Commissioner and have a number of Section Leaders responsible for the Cub Scouts, Scouts and Senior Scouts.
The uniform of Savez Izviđača Srbije consists of a dark-blue cap with the insignia of the SIS, shirt (violet for Cub Scouts, green for Scouts and Guides, khaki for Venture Scouts, dark blue for Sea Scouts, light blue for Air Scouts), dark blue trousers or shorts; or a skirt or trousers for Guides, a dark blue belt with the insignia of the SIS on the buckle, neckerchief in the color of the unit, and dark blue socks. In international events, all Scouts are to wear a violet neckerchief with the edges colored like the national flag, with the national coat of arms in the lower outward corner.
The Cub Scout section is for boys and girls aged seven to ten, and is a coeducational section (boys and girls in the same pack). Most Scout Groups have at least two Cub packs, many of which are led by Senior Scouts. The Cub Scout uniform is commonly just the Group neckerchief.
The Scout section is for boys and girls aged 11 to 14. While SISCG is coeducational, there are separate structures for males and females; these are often simply separate patrols, but in the case of larger Groups they are separate troops. The Scout uniform consists of a khaki shirt and the Group neckerchief for both males and females.
The Senior Scout section is for boys and girls aged 14 to 20, and like the Scout Section it has separate structures for males and females; these may be separate patrols, but in the case of larger Groups are separate units. Senior Scouts are referred to in a number of ways, "Explorer Scouts", "Explorers", "Venturers" and "Venture Scouts" are some variants, but the literal translation is Senior Scouts. The Senior Scout uniform consists of a dark green shirt and the Group neckerchief for both males and females.
Specialized River/Sea Scout Groups are also being formed. These follow the same structure as conventional Scout Groups with Cubs, Scouts and Senior Scouts. The uniform consists of a navy blue shirt, a beret and the Group neckerchief for both males and females. Most of the maritime Scouts have connections to the major rivers in Serbia, but there are units elsewhere in the country.
Cub Scouts (lower grades of primary school, male cubs are known as Poletarci, female are Pčelice)
Scouts and Guides (higher grades of primary school, Mlađi Izviđači are male and Mlađe Planinke are female)
Senior (or Venture) Scouts and Guides (high school up to the age of 20, Izviđači are male and Planinke are female)
Adults (older than 20)
River/Sea Scouts
The common term for all members, regardless of section, is "Izviđač" (meaning "Scout")
The Scout Motto is Budi Spreman, translating as "Be Prepared" in Serbian.
Dajem časnu riječ da ću čuvati svoju otadžbinu, da prihvatam duhovnu stvarnost i da ću tragati za njenim punijim značenjem, da cu pomagati drugima i da cu živjet i radit po Izviđačkim zakonima.
I commit myself to protect my Fatherland, to accept the spiritual reality and to search for its full meaning, to help others and to live and work in accordance with the Scout Law.
Izviđač je dobar drug, vedar, društven i nesebičan. (A Scout is a good friend, cheerful, sociable and unselfish.)
Izviđač je koristan član zajednice u kojoj živi. (A Scout is a useful member of the community he/she lives in.)
Izviđač je čestit, učtiv i kloni se štetnih navika. (A Scout is honest, polite and stays away from bad habits)
Izviđač ceni i razvija duhovne, fizičke i intelektualne vrednosti. (A Scout respects and develops spiritual, physical and intellectual values.)
Izviđač je iskren, govori istinu i bori se za nju. (A Scout is sincere, tells the truth and fights for it.)
Izviđač je poštuje roditelje i starije, a pomaže mlađim i slabijim. (A Scout respects parents and adults and helps youngsters.)
Izviđač stalno uči i primenjuje stečena znanja i veštine. (A Scout learns and uses acquired knowledge.)
Izviđač je vredan, istrajan i ceni rad. (A Scout is diligent, persistent and appreciates work.)
Izviđač voli prirodu, upoznaje je i čuva. (A Scout loves nature, respects it and protects it.)
Izviđač odgovorno izvršava zajedničke odluke. (A Scout reliably executes collective decisions.)
Other Scouting organizations in Serbia
Other Serbian Scout organizations include
the Belgrade Scout Union
20px the Okruzna Organizacija Skauta-Sverna Bačka, belonging to the World Federation of Independent Scouts (WFIS)
20px the Qendra Nacionale e Vëzhguesve të Kosovës (National Scout Center of Kosovo), a provisional member of the WFIS
20px the Vajdasági Magyar Cserkészszövetség, ethnic Hungarian Scouts in Vojvodina linked to Magyar Cserkészszövetség
Savez Izviđača Crne Gore
↑ "Welcome to SAMnet". SAMnet.org. http://www.samnet.org.uk. Retrieved 15 Jul.
Official web-site of Association of Scouts of Serbia
Mlava (Serbian)
SAVEZ IZVIĐACA SRBIJE-SAVEZ IZVIĐACA OPŠTINE VELIKA PLANA (Serbian)
Scout Group "Bajina Bašta"
Scout Group "France Preseren"
Distilled from World Scouting News, published by the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM); and from Eurofax 37, October 1995, the monthly newsletter of the European Region of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM), produced by the European Scout Office and distributed by fax to all member associations in the European Scout Region and the Europe Region WAGGGS, and others.
Retrieved from "http://en.scoutwiki.org/index.php?title=Savez_Izviđača_Srbije&oldid=30821"
WOSM member organizations


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Q: PIC24FJ128GB204 - DeepSleep problems: Can't resume code after DeepSleep + Can't go in DeepSleep more then 1 time Actually I'm using a PIC24FJ128GB204 and I've have problems with DeepSleep.
My device is composed by 4 buttons and several LED (a colored torch). Have a button that make device Sleep until I want to use it, same button wakes up my device.
Consumption will all LED are off is 10mA.
I've tried Sleep mode, simply function that goes in basic sleep and than wakeup after selected pin is asserted. Measuring consumption in Sleep mode I've 2.50mA. Working very well.
I've started to work with DeepSleep, since I don't need any code retention and just need to keep my device in lowest possible consumption state (but avoiding to use a slide power switch). I've used Datasheet example codes to implement my function. As result I can enter in this state and than I've 0.45mA as consumption.
I've set an INT0 (as datasheet suggested) to wake up my device and associated it to correct wakeup PIN.
Problems starts now:

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*When I press wakeup button, my consumption goes to 10mA as normal, but I can't light ON any led. Seems that my device is not responsive.

*If I press again Sleep button, my device goes in Sleep mode and not DeepSleep since my consumption back to 2.50mA. Again, if I wake up my device, it wakes up but are not responsive. Doesn't metter how much time I try again, but my device never go again to DeepSleep untill I power off and on again my device.
I've performed some test but can't understand what happen. Maybe after DeepSleep device should be manually reset (tried without success) or maybe some configuration bit need to be set again. Or maybe configuration bits are uncorrect?
Here's interested parts of code:
CONFIGURATION
// CONFIG4
#pragma config DSWDTPS = DSWDTPS3       // Deep Sleep Watchdog Timer Postscale Select bits (1: 256 (8.3 mS))
#pragma config DSWDTOSC = LPRC          // DSWDT Reference Clock Select (DSWDT uses LPRC as reference clock)
#pragma config DSBOREN = ON             // Deep Sleep BOR Enable bit (DSBOR Enabled)
#pragma config DSWDTEN = OFF            // Deep Sleep Watchdog Timer Enable (DSWDT Disabled)
//#pragma config DSSWEN = OFF             // DSEN Bit Enable (Deep Sleep operation is always disabled)
#pragma config DSSWEN = ON              // DSEN Bit Enable (Deep Sleep is controlled by the register bit DSEN)
#pragma config PLLDIV = DIVIDE2         // USB 96 MHz PLL Prescaler Select bits (Oscillator input divided by 2 (8 MHz input))
#pragma config I2C1SEL = DISABLE        // Alternate I2C1 enable bit (I2C1 uses SCL1 and SDA1 pins)
#pragma config IOL1WAY = ON             // PPS IOLOCK Set Only Once Enable bit (Once set, the IOLOCK bit cannot be cleared)

// CONFIG3
#pragma config WPFP = WPFP0             // Write Protection Flash Page Segment Boundary (Page 0 (0x00))
#pragma config SOSCSEL = ON             // SOSC Selection bits (SOSC circuit selected)
#pragma config WDTWIN = PS25_0          // Window Mode Watchdog Timer Window Width Select (Watch Dog Timer Window Width is 25 percent)
#pragma config PLLSS = PLL_PRI          // PLL Secondary Selection Configuration bit (PLL is fed by the Primary oscillator)
#pragma config BOREN = ON               // Brown-out Reset Enable (Brown-out Reset Enable)
#pragma config WPDIS = WPDIS            // Segment Write Protection Disable (Disabled)
#pragma config WPCFG = WPCFGDIS         // Write Protect Configuration Page Select (Disabled)
#pragma config WPEND = WPENDMEM         // Segment Write Protection End Page Select (Write Protect from WPFP to the last page of memory)

// CONFIG2
#pragma config POSCMD = HS              // Primary Oscillator Select (HS Oscillator Enabled)
#pragma config WDTCLK = LPRC            // WDT Clock Source Select bits (WDT uses LPRC)
#pragma config OSCIOFCN = ON            // OSCO Pin Configuration (OSCO/CLKO/RA3 functions as port I/O (RA3))
#pragma config FCKSM = CSECME           // Clock Switching and Fail-Safe Clock Monitor Configuration bits (Clock switching is enabled, Fail-Safe Clock Monitor is enabled)
//#pragma config FCKSM = CSDCMD           // Clock Switching and Fail-Safe Clock Monitor Configuration bits (Clock switching and Fail-Safe Clock Monitor are disabled)
#pragma config FNOSC = PRIPLL           // Initial Oscillator Select (Primary Oscillator with PLL module (XTPLL,HSPLL, ECPLL))
#pragma config ALTRB6 = APPEND          // Alternate RB6 pin function enable bit (Append the RP6/ASCL1/PMPD6 functions of RB6 to RA1 pin functions)
#pragma config ALTCMPI = CxINC_RX       // Alternate Comparator Input bit (C1INC, C2INC and C3INC are on RB9 )
#pragma config WDTCMX = WDTCLK          // WDT Clock Source Select bits (WDT clock source is determined by the WDTCLK Configuration bits)
#pragma config IESO = OFF               // Internal External Switchover (Disabled)

// CONFIG1
#pragma config WDTPS = PS1024           // Watchdog Timer Postscaler Select (1:1,024)
#pragma config FWPSA = PR128            // WDT Prescaler Ratio Select (1:128)
#pragma config WINDIS = OFF             // Windowed WDT Disable (Standard Watchdog Timer)
#pragma config FWDTEN = OFF             // Watchdog Timer Enable (WDT disabled in hardware; SWDTEN bit disabled)
#pragma config ICS = PGx3               // Emulator Pin Placement Select bits (Emulator functions are shared with PGEC3/PGED3)
#pragma config LPCFG = OFF              // Low power regulator control (Disabled - regardless of RETEN)
//#pragma config LPCFG = ON               // Low power regulator control (Low voltage regulator controlled by RETEN bit)
#pragma config GWRP = OFF               // General Segment Write Protect (Write to program memory allowed)
#pragma config GCP = OFF                // General Segment Code Protect (Code protection is disabled)
#pragma config JTAGEN = OFF             // JTAG Port Enable (Disabled)

// #pragma config statements should precede project file includes.
// Use project enums instead of #define for ON and OFF.

#include <xc.h>

TURNOFF FUNCTION
void TurnOff(void)
{

    T1CONbits.TON = 0;
    IEC0bits.T1IE = 0;

    /* turn off */
    OC1CON1bits.OCM = 0;
    OC2CON1bits.OCM = 0;
    OC3CON1bits.OCM = 0;
    OC4CON1bits.OCM = 0;
    OC5CON1bits.OCM = 0;
    //    OC6CON1bits.OCM = 0;

    if (!USB_BUS_SENSE)
    {
        USBMaskInterrupts();
        USBModuleDisable();

        OS_ENTER_CRITICAL();
        T2CONbits.TON = 0;
        IEC0bits.T2IE = 0;

        TRISA = 0xffff;
        TRISB = 0xffff;
        TRISC = 0xffff;

        //        I2C1CONLbits.I2CEN = 0;
        //
        //        SPI1CON1Lbits.SPIEN = 0;
        //        SPI2CON1Lbits.SPIEN = 0;
        //        SPI3CON1Lbits.SPIEN = 0;
        //
        //        U1MODEbits.UARTEN = 0;
        //        U2MODEbits.UARTEN = 0;
        //        U3MODEbits.UARTEN = 0;
        //        U4MODEbits.UARTEN = 0;
        //
        //        DMACONbits.DMAEN = 0;
        //
        //        U1CONbits.USBEN = 0;
        //        PMD1 = 0xffff;
        //        PMD2 = 0xffff;
        //        PMD3 = 0xffff;
        //        PMD4 = 0xffff;
        //        PMD5 = 0xffff;
        //        PMD6 = 0xffff;
        //        PMD7 = 0xffff;
        //        PMD8 = 0xffff;

        WDTDisable();
        LPAppState = OFF_ST;
        CNInit();

        Nop();
        Nop();

        OS_EXIT_CRITICAL();
        //#ifndef DEBUG_PENNA
        {

            //            ENTRATA IN SLEEP MODE(pag 164)

            //            TEST 1
            //            DSCONbits.DSEN = 1;
            //            DSCONbits.DSEN = 1;
            //            __asm__ volatile("pwrsav #0");

            //            TEST 2    non funziona anche se c'è scritto così sul manuale (pag 164)
            //            __asm__ volatile("disi #7");
            //            __asm__ volatile("mov #8000, w2");
            //            __asm__ volatile("mov w2, DSCON");
            //            __asm__ volatile("mov w2, DSCON");
            //            __asm__ volatile("nop");
            //            __asm__ volatile("nop");
            //            __asm__ volatile("nop");
            //            __asm__ volatile("PWRSAV #0");

            //            TEST 3
            DSCONbits.DSEN = 1;
            DSCONbits.DSEN = 1;
            __asm__ volatile("nop");
            __asm__ volatile("nop");
            __asm__ volatile("nop");
            __asm__ volatile("PWRSAV #0");

            //            TEST 4    - LOW VOLTAGE (pag. 420) [provato sia con CONFIG LPCFG=1 e 0, l'effetto si ha con 1 anche se da manuale c'è scritto il contrario]
            //            RCONbits.RETEN = 1;
            //            __asm__ volatile("PWRSAV #0");
        }
        //#endif

        USBDeviceInit();
    }

    WDTEnable();
    T2CONbits.TON = 1;
    IEC0bits.T2IE = 1;
}

INTERRUPT DECLARATION
//------------------------------------------------

/**
    void INTERRUPT_Initialize (void)
 */
void INTERRUPT_Initialize(void)
{
    //    INT0I: INT0 - External Interrupt 0
    //    Priority: 1
    IPC0bits.INT0IP = 1;

}

/**
   Section: External Interrupt Handlers
 */

void __attribute__((weak)) EX_INT0_CallBack(void)
{
    // Add your custom callback code here
    // Verifico se il dispositivo è uscito dal Deep Sleep (pag.165 datasheet)
    if (RCONbits.DPSLP == 1)
    {
        // Risveglio da deep sleep
        RCONbits.DPSLP = 0;
        DSCONbits.RELEASE = 0;

    }
}

/**
  Interrupt Handler for EX_INT0 - INT0
 */
void __attribute__((interrupt, no_auto_psv)) _INT0Interrupt(void)
{
    //***User Area Begin->code: INT0 - External Interrupt 0***

    EX_INT0_CallBack();

    //***User Area End->code: INT0 - External Interrupt 0***
    EX_INT0_InterruptFlagClear();
}
/**
    Section: External Interrupt Initializers
 */

/**
    void EXT_INT_Initialize(void)

    Initializer for the following external interrupts
    INT0
 */
void EXT_INT_Initialize(void)
{
    /*******
     * INT0
     * Clear the interrupt flag
     * Set the external interrupt edge detect
     * Enable the interrupt, if enabled in the UI.
     ********/
    EX_INT0_InterruptFlagClear();
    EX_INT0_PositiveEdgeSet();
    EX_INT0_InterruptEnable();
}

A:
When I press wakeup button, my consumption goes to 10mA as normal, but
  I can't light ON any led. Seems that my device is not responsive

Your problem is here:
TRISA = 0xffff;
TRISB = 0xffff;
TRISC = 0xffff;

You set the pins to input before entering deep sleep, but I don't see anywhere in your code where you set the pins up after you exit sleep so they are still acting as inputs and thus you won't be able to light an LED.

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Cosmic Madness 2018
Cosmic Madness 2018 First Round : Everything Else Region
Welcome to the first round of Cosmic Madness!
Now, this may be the Everything Else region, but that should in no way make you think that these titles are any less important than the other tourney contenders. Exhibit A: Neil Gaiman's Sandman! Exhibit B: Maus! And they have to face each other in the first round!! But there's also Kick-Ass, Preacher, From Hell, and Planetary! These books are SERIOUS BUSINESS.
All you have to do is pick which titles you want to win in each contest. The first round of voting will go from March 14-17, with the second round kicking off on March 18.
All the info you need, including the complete bracket and info about the contest, is available at Cosmic Madness HQ! Now GET TO VOTING!
Written by Jason Aaron
Illustrated by R.M Guera
Dashiell Bad Horse has come home to the reservation armed with a set of nunchucks, a hell-bent-for-leather attitude and a dark secret. But nothing has changed-except for the glimmering new casino, and a once-proud people overcome by drugs and organized crime.
WHY IT SHOULD WIN: Jason Aaron's first ongoing series and the book that launched him into comic starrdom. Scalped is set in current day, involves an Indian Reservation, the FBI, drugs, the mob, a casino and really hits home. Awesome series all the way to the end. Just keep some Prozac handy if you get depressed easily.
Written by Alan Moore
Illustrated by Eddie Campbell
From Hell is the story of Jack the Ripper, perhaps the most infamous man in the annals of murder. Detailing the events leading up to the Whitechapel killings and the cover-up that followed, From Hell is a meditation on the mind of a madman whose savagery and violence gave birth to the 20th century. The serialized story, presented in its entirety in this volume, has garnered widespread attention from critics and scholars and has been adapted into a major motion picture.
WHY IT SHOULD WIN: Another Alan Moore book and perhaps the biggest book in the tournament. Often regarded as one of the most significant graphic novels ever published, From Hell combines meticulous research with educated speculation, resulting in a masterpiece of historical fiction both compelling and terrifying.
WHICH WILL YOU CHOOSE??
Scalped or From Hell?
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Written by Art Spiegelman
Illustrated by Art Spiegelman
The first masterpiece in comic book history, The Pulitzer Prize-winning Maus tells the story of Vladek Spiegelman, a Jewish survivor of Hitler's Europe, and his son, a cartoonist coming to terms with his father's story. Maus approaches the unspeakable through the diminutive.
WHY IT SHOULD WIN: If you've ever taken a college class on comic books there is a good chance that the first book in your syllabus was Maus. Perhaps the only comic to ever win a Pulitzer Prize and chronicles the Holocaust like no other medium before it. Maus may be the one book above all others that everyone should read.
Written by Neil Gaiman
Illustrated by Sam Kieth & Various
A wizard attempting to capture Death to bargain for eternal life traps her younger brother Dream instead. Fearful for his safety, the wizard kept him imprisoned in a glass bottle for decades. After his escape, Dream, also known as Morpheus, goes on a quest for his lost objects of power. On the way, Morpheus encounters Lucifer and demons from Hell, the Justice League, and John Constantine, the Hellblazer. This book also includes the story "The Sound of Her Wings" which introduces us to the pragmatic and perky goth girl, Death.
WHY IT SHOULD WIN: Neil Gaimans claim to fame. The critically acclaimed series ran for 75 issues and ended in 1996. While there are threads that tie everything together, iit all takes place in the same universe and there are multiple stories involving different characters throughout the series. There 10 trade paperbacks and at least that many different stories. That makes Sandman unique in our tournament.
Maus or Sandman?
Written by Mark Millar
Illustrated by John Romita Jr
Have you ever really wanted to be a super hero? No, I mean really wanted to? Dave Lizewski has - and he's not willing to let it stop with simple daydreams. Designing a suit for himself and taking the name "Kick-Ass," Dave decides to make his dreary existence more exciting - and maybe even help some people in the process. But with no special powers and outmatched by New York City's most hardened criminals, Kick-Ass might be in for a little more than he bargained for.
WHY IT SHOULD WIN: One of the best new looks at the Superhero genre and Mark Millar's claim to fame. You've seen the movie and hopefully you're reading the new series that just came out. Realiscally though Kick-Ass should win because it introduced the world to HIT GIRL!
Written and illustrated by Terry Moore
David loves Katchoo, but Katchoo loves Francine who loves Katchoo back - but not that way, because Francine loves Freddie, who doesn't love anybody but himself!
WHY IT SHOULD WIN: The story primarily revolves around two women, Francine and Katchoo with them just trying to live their lives as simply as possible. But that ain't gonna happen. Mysterious pasts come to light. A shadowy agency gets involved. Some politics. Some organized crime. And all these two poor girls want to do is live in peace. Oh well. Perhaps the greatest slice of life comic ever.
Kick-Ass or Strangers in Paradise?
Illustrated by John Cassaday
Witness the adventures of Elijah Snow, a hundred year old man, Jakita Wagner, an extremely powerful and bored woman, and The Drummer, a man with the ability to communicate with machines. Infatuated with tracking down evidence of super-human activity, these mystery archaeologists of the late 20th Century uncover unknown paranormal secrets and histories, such as a World War II supercomputer that can access other universes, a ghostly spirit of vengeance, and a lost island of dying monsters.
WHY IT SHOULD WIN: Talk about a book that comes full circle. A comic book made for comic fans and Rusty's favorite comic of all time. It's got just about everything. Re-imaginings of your favorite heroes from the big two and every time you read it you'll find something new. In a tournament comparing comic books, Planetary just might be the best!
Illustrated by Steve Dillon
After merging with a bizarre spiritual force called Genesis, Texan preacher Jesse Custer has become completely disillusioned with the beliefs to which he had dedicated his entire life. Now possessing the power of "the word," an ability to make people do whatever he utters, Custer begins a violent and riotous journey across the country. Joined by his gun-toting girlfriend Tulip and the hard-drinking Irish vampire Cassidy, Custer loses faith in both God and man as he witnesses dark atrocities and improbable calamities during his exploration of America.
WHY IT SHOULD WIN: You've never read anything else quite like Preacher. It spits in the face of what some people might find appropriate but that just might be why it should win. Remember all the best comics showcase something you've never seen before. In fact just about every book in our tournament can make that claim and Preacher goes further than any of them!
Planetary or Preacher?
And don't stop there! Be sure to vote in the other regions, too:
DC COMICS, MARVEL COMICS, IMAGE COMICS!
Andy Bridges February 15, 2018
Cosmic Madness 2018 First Round : Image Comics Region


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New UB institute to address health disparities in Buffalo
By DAVID J. HILL
"We have founded this institute on principles of social justice that our university community hold dear — specifically, the belief that all of our neighbors across all neighborhoods deserve the right to a bright, healthy future. "
President Satish K. Tripathi
In collaboration with the community, UB is focusing the expertise and passions of researchers and students from across the university on a major new effort to address one of the most pressing problems facing the city of Buffalo: health disparities among people who live on the city's East Side.
The university today announced the launch of the UB Community Health Equity Research Institute, a center that will conduct research that addresses the root causes of these health disparities, while developing and testing innovative solutions to eliminate health inequities in the region.
The vision of the institute is to ensure that wellness and social well-being become a reality for all people in Buffalo, including people of color residing in underserved neighborhoods and who are more likely to have serious, chronic and often preventable diseases, as well as significantly higher mortality rates.
Faculty researchers and students from 10 UB schools will collaborate within the institute.
"The Community Health Equity Research Institute exemplifies UB's longstanding commitment to engage with our local partners to build a healthier, stronger, more prosperous region," President Satish K. Tripathi said. "We have founded this institute on principles of social justice that our university community hold dear — specifically, the belief that all of our neighbors across all neighborhoods deserve the right to a bright, healthy future."
The new UB institute builds on the work of the community-wide African American Health Equity Task Force formed in 2014 in response to the striking health disparities experienced by African Americans in Buffalo, particularly in the East Side zip codes of 14204, 14206, 14211, 14212 and 14215.
The task force is a coalition that includes UB, Cicatelli Associates Inc., Concerned Clergy of WNY, Erie County Medical Center, Millennium Collaborative Care, NeuWater & Associates, the Population Health Collaborative of WNY and other community groups and community members.
"I know in the communities I represent poor health care continues to be a major issue for many of the residents who live there," said Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes.
"We know that some of the root causes for poor health among many African American communities are lack of access to health care, lack of healthy food options, environmental pollution, poor housing, lack of exercise and unemployment, among others," Peoples-Stokes added.
"Thanks to the new UB Community Health Equity Research Institute and the hard work of the African American Health Equity Task Force, we're now taking some real action in addressing these issues in our most underserved communities. All residents deserve the chance to lead healthy and happy lives. The UB Community Health Equity Research Institute is a major step toward health equity for all residents."
Appearing at the press conference launching the Community Health Equity Research Institute are, from left, Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown; President Satish K. Tripathi; George F. Nicholas, pastor of Lincoln Memorial United Methodist Church; Timothy Murphy, SUNY Distinguished Professor and institute director; Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes; and State Sen. Timothy M. Kennedy. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
Good health, well-being is not shared equally
African Americans living in the city's East Side experience higher rates of poverty and suffer from higher rates of lung cancer and infant mortality in addition to increased risks of hospitalization for heart failure and diabetes compared to the white population, according to the 2017-19 Erie County New York Community Health Assessment by the Erie County Department of Health.
In addition, 3 in 5 African Americans living in Buffalo die prematurely, twice the rate of whites.
Much of this health inequity is caused by social determinants: high unemployment, underdeveloped neighborhoods, absence of grocery stores and poor access to health care, among others.
By uniting UB researchers who possess a broad range of expertise — from medicine and public health to law and management — the institute aims to negate the effects of decades of federal and local policies that have created racial, residential and educational segregation and disinvestment in communities of color.
This interprofessional community of faculty, students and community partners will perform research that employs a community participatory research model to inform regional health and social policy. This model engages the community by allowing residents to drive the research agenda and participate in the design of the research and the studies conducted.
"This is a historical moment, for not only the University at Buffalo but for the community," said George F. Nicholas, pastor of Lincoln Memorial United Methodist Church and convener of the African American Health Equity Task Force.
"The issues of health disparities are caused by the social determinants of health, which are rooted in generations of racial oppression beginning with the enslavement of African people and continuing now in uneven distribution of resources and public policy," Nicholas added.
"I am encouraged that the university, under the leadership of President Tripathi, is willing to be bold in engaging in problem-solving with the goal of bringing health equity for all in this region. This goal can only be attained with the major contributions by this multidisciplinary institute working in close collaboration with other community partners."
Harnessing the power of faculty and students
The institute will be comprised of faculty and students from the following UB schools: Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Nursing, Public Health and Health Professions, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Social Work, Architecture and Planning, Law, Management, the Graduate School of Education and the College of Arts and Sciences. It will also leverage the expertise and resources of UB's Community for Global Health Equity, the Clinical and Translational Science Institute and the Office of Research Advancement.
"With the launch of the UB Community Health Equity Research Institute, we're further developing a strategic plan to address the health disparities that exist on Buffalo's East Side and among African American and poverty-stricken populations," said State Sen. Timothy M. Kennedy.
"I commend President Tripathi for dedicating significant resources to this endeavor, and thank the UB educators and students who will help shape this important conversation and identify comprehensive, long-term solutions that will improve wellness and city-wide health outcomes," Kennedy said.
Timothy Murphy, SUNY Distinguished Professor and senior associate dean for clinical and translational research in the Jacobs School, will lead the institute. He is also director of UB's Clinical and Translational Science Institute.
Leadership will also include the following associate directors: Susan Grinslade, clinical professor, School of Nursing; Henry Louis Taylor Jr., professor of urban and regional planning and director of the Center for Urban Studies, School of Architecture and Planning; and Heather Orom, associate professor of community health and health behavior, and associate dean for equity, diversity and inclusion, School of Public Health and Health Professions.
The institute will also name a research administrator and a steering committee that will meet monthly to guide strategic priorities.
"We're pioneering some unique and innovative approaches to medical research and health care in Buffalo," Murphy said. "With the talent and expertise at UB and other local institutions, we have the opportunity to become a national leader in developing solutions to health inequities."
Three key goals will guide the center's work:
Facilitating and expanding multidisciplinary research focused on health disparities and health equity in the Buffalo area.
Providing training opportunities to students and community members interested in pursuing careers in transdisciplinary research on health disparities.
Partnering with the community, including the Buffalo Center for Health Equity, to align the research with the region's needs.
"As we continue our work to make the city of Buffalo a place of inclusion and opportunity for all, it is essential that all our residents have access to the health care and health tools necessary to achieve the healthy lifestyle they deserve," Buffalo Mayor Byron W. Brown said.
"This new initiative, which will include UB staff and students, as well as numerous nonprofit, neighborhood and church organizations, will help us develop and deliver innovative health solutions to our most underserved residents, especially those who live on Buffalo's East Side," Brown added.
Funding for the center's research will come from a variety of sources, with a heavy focus on National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants. The center aligns closely with NIH's funding priorities, which include health disparities research.
The work of the institute will build upon several new and ongoing grant-funded projects underway at UB focused on improving health and access to health care in Buffalo. The projects include:
A maternal smoking cessation program that educates mothers about the risks of smoking during pregnancy, while giving them tools to quit, which is led by Xiaozhong Wen, associate professor of pediatrics in the Jacobs School.
A study led by Kathleen Tornatore, professor in the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, exploring the effects of age, race and sex on immunosuppressive medication and immune responses of renal transplant patients.
"Health in the Neighborhood," a new course in the Jacobs School that aims to educate students about why healthy disparities develop and how people in the community are impacted by these inequities.
The UB Veggie Van study in which researchers from the School of Public Health and Health Professions and the Food Systems Planning and Healthy Communities Lab in the School of Architecture and Planning are helping nine partner organizations to start or expand their mobile produce markets.
Launch of the Community Health Equity Research Institute is an example of UB's ongoing efforts to deepen its impact and outreach in the many communities it serves. The institute's objectives are aligned with the strategic goals of the university focused on providing students with transformative, innovative and research-grounded educational experiences; promoting a university-wide culture of equity and inclusion; deepening the university's engagement with the community; and achieving greater societal impact locally and globally.
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