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package org.caffinitas.ohc;

import java.util.concurrent.ScheduledExecutorService;

import org.caffinitas.ohc.chunked.OHCacheChunkedImpl;
import org.caffinitas.ohc.linked.OHCacheLinkedImpl;

/**
 * Configures and builds OHC instance.
 *

 *

 *         Field
 *         Meaning
 *         Default
 *

 *

 *         {@code keySerializer}
 *         Serializer implementation used for keys
 *         Must be configured
 *

 *

 *         {@code valueSerializer}
 *         Serializer implementation used for values
 *         Must be configured
 *

 *

 *         {@code executorService}
 *         Executor service required for get operations using a cache loader. E.g. {@link org.caffinitas.ohc.OHCache#getWithLoaderAsync(Object, CacheLoader)}
 *         (Not configured by default meaning get operations with cache loader not supported by default)
 *

 *

 *         {@code segmentCount}
 *         Number of segments
 *         2 * number of CPUs ({@code java.lang.Runtime.availableProcessors()})
 *

 *

 *         {@code hashTableSize}
 *         Initial size of each segment's hash table
 *         {@code 8192}
 *

 *

 *         {@code loadFactor}
 *         Hash table load factor. I.e. determines when rehashing occurs.
 *         {@code .75f}
 *

 *

 *         {@code capacity}
 *         Capacity of the cache in bytes
 *         16 MB * number of CPUs ({@code java.lang.Runtime.availableProcessors()}), minimum 64 MB
 *

 *

 *         {@code chunkSize}
 *         If set and positive, the chunked implementation will be used and each segment
 *         will be divided into this amount of chunks.
 *         {@code 0} - i.e. linked implementation will be used
 *

 *

 *         {@code fixedEntrySize}
 *         If set and positive, the chunked implementation with fixed sized entries
 *         will be used. The parameter {@code chunkSize} must be set for fixed-sized entries.
 *         {@code 0} - i.e. linked implementation will be used,
 *         if {@code chunkSize} is also {@code 0}
 *

 *

 *         {@code maxEntrySize}
 *         Maximum size of a hash entry (including header, serialized key + serialized value)
 *         (not set, defaults to capacity divided by number of segments)
 *

 *

 *         {@code throwOOME}
 *         Throw {@code OutOfMemoryError} if off-heap allocation fails
 *         {@code false}
 *

 *

 *         {@code hashAlgorighm}
 *         Hash algorithm to use internally. Valid options are: {@code XX} for xx-hash, {@code MURMUR3} or {@code CRC32}
 *         Note: this setting does may only help to improve throughput in rare situations - i.e. if the key is
 *         very long and you've proven that it really improves performace
 *         {@code MURMUR3}
 *

 *

 *         {@code unlocked}
 *         If set to {@code true}, implementations will not perform any locking. The calling code has to take
 *         care of synchronized access. In order to create an instance for a thread-per-core implementation,
 *         set {@code segmentCount=1}, too.
 *         {@code false}
 *

 *

 *         {@code defaultTTLmillis}
 *         If set to a value {@code > 0}, implementations supporting TTLs will tag all entries with
 *         the given TTL in milliseconds.
 *         {@code 0}
 *

 *

 *         {@code timeoutsSlots}
 *         The number of timeouts slots for each segment - compare with hashed wheel timer.
 *         {@code 64}
 *

 *

 *         {@code timeoutsPrecision}
 *         The amount of time in milliseconds for each timeouts-slot.
 *         {@code 128}
 *

 *

 *         {@code ticker}
 *         Indirection for current time - used for unit tests.
 *         Default ticker using {@code System.nanoTime()} and {@code System.currentTimeMillis()}
 *

 *

 *         {@code eviction}
 *         Choose the eviction algorithm to use. Available are:
 *

 *
{@link Eviction#LRU LRU}: Plain LRU - least used entry is subject to eviction

 *
{@link Eviction#W_TINY_LFU W-WinyLFU}: Enable use of Window Tiny-LFU. The size of the
 *             frequency sketch ("admission filter") is set to the value of {@code hashTableSize}.
 *             See this article
 *             for a description.

 *
{@link Eviction#NONE None}: No entries will be evicted - this effectively provides a
 *             capacity-bounded off-heap map.

 *

 *
 *         {@code LRU}
 *

 *

 *         {@code frequencySketchSize}
 *         Size of the frequency sketch used by {@link Eviction#W_TINY_LFU W-WinyLFU}
 *         Defaults to {@code hashTableSize}.
 *

 *

 *         {@code edenSize}
 *         Size of the eden generation used by {@link Eviction#W_TINY_LFU W-WinyLFU} relative to a segment's size
 *         {@code 0.2}
 *

 *

 *

 *     You may also use system properties prefixed with {@code org.caffinitas.org.} to other defaults.
 *     E.g. the system property {@code org.caffinitas.org.segmentCount} configures the default of the number of segments.
 *

 *
 * @param <K> cache key type
 * @param <V> cache value type
 */
public class OHCacheBuilder<K, V>
{
    private int segmentCount;
    private int hashTableSize = 8192;
    private long capacity;
    private int chunkSize;
    private CacheSerializer<K> keySerializer;
    private CacheSerializer<V> valueSerializer;
    private float loadFactor = .75f;
    private int fixedKeySize;
    private int fixedValueSize;
    private long maxEntrySize;
    private ScheduledExecutorService executorService;
    private boolean throwOOME;
    private HashAlgorithm hashAlgorighm = HashAlgorithm.MURMUR3;
    private boolean unlocked;
    private long defaultTTLmillis;
    private boolean timeouts;
    private int timeoutsSlots;
    private int timeoutsPrecision;
    private Ticker ticker = Ticker.DEFAULT;
    private Eviction eviction = Eviction.LRU;
    private int frequencySketchSize;
    private double edenSize = 0.2d;

    private OHCacheBuilder()
    {
        int cpus = Runtime.getRuntime().availableProcessors();

        segmentCount = roundUpToPowerOf2(cpus * 2, 1 << 30);
        capacity = Math.min(cpus * 16, 64) * 1024 * 1024;

        segmentCount = fromSystemProperties("segmentCount", segmentCount);
        hashTableSize = fromSystemProperties("hashTableSize", hashTableSize);
        capacity = fromSystemProperties("capacity", capacity);
        chunkSize = fromSystemProperties("chunkSize", chunkSize);
        loadFactor = fromSystemProperties("loadFactor", loadFactor);
        maxEntrySize = fromSystemProperties("maxEntrySize", maxEntrySize);
        throwOOME = fromSystemProperties("throwOOME", throwOOME);
        hashAlgorighm = HashAlgorithm.valueOf(fromSystemProperties("hashAlgorighm", hashAlgorighm.name()));
        unlocked = fromSystemProperties("unlocked", unlocked);
        defaultTTLmillis = fromSystemProperties("defaultTTLmillis", defaultTTLmillis);
        timeouts = fromSystemProperties("timeouts", timeouts);
        timeoutsSlots = fromSystemProperties("timeoutsSlots", timeoutsSlots);
        timeoutsPrecision = fromSystemProperties("timeoutsPrecision", timeoutsPrecision);
        eviction = fromSystemProperties("eviction", eviction, Eviction.class);
        frequencySketchSize = fromSystemProperties("frequencySketchSize", frequencySketchSize);
        edenSize = fromSystemProperties("edenSize", edenSize);
    }

    public static final String SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX = "org.caffinitas.ohc.";

    private static float fromSystemProperties(String name, float defaultValue)
    {
        try
        {
            return Float.parseFloat(System.getProperty(SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, Float.toString(defaultValue)));
        }
        catch (Exception e)
        {
            throw new RuntimeException("Failed to parse system property " + SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, e);
        }
    }

    private static long fromSystemProperties(String name, long defaultValue)
    {
        try
        {
            return Long.parseLong(System.getProperty(SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, Long.toString(defaultValue)));
        }
        catch (Exception e)
        {
            throw new RuntimeException("Failed to parse system property " + SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, e);
        }
    }

    private static int fromSystemProperties(String name, int defaultValue)
    {
        try
        {
            return Integer.parseInt(System.getProperty(SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, Integer.toString(defaultValue)));
        }
        catch (Exception e)
        {
            throw new RuntimeException("Failed to parse system property " + SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, e);
        }
    }

    private static double fromSystemProperties(String name, double defaultValue)
    {
        try
        {
            return Double.parseDouble(System.getProperty(SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, Double.toString(defaultValue)));
        }
        catch (Exception e)
        {
            throw new RuntimeException("Failed to parse system property " + SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, e);
        }
    }

    private static boolean fromSystemProperties(String name, boolean defaultValue)
    {
        try
        {
            return Boolean.parseBoolean(System.getProperty(SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, Boolean.toString(defaultValue)));
        }
        catch (Exception e)
        {
            throw new RuntimeException("Failed to parse system property " + SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, e);
        }
    }

    private static String fromSystemProperties(String name, String defaultValue)
    {
        return System.getProperty(SYSTEM_PROPERTY_PREFIX + name, defaultValue);
    }

    private static <E extends Enum> E fromSystemProperties(String name, E defaultValue, Class<E> type)
    {
        String value = fromSystemProperties(name, defaultValue.name());
        return (E) Enum.valueOf(type, value.toUpperCase());
    }

    static int roundUpToPowerOf2(int number, int max)
    {
        return number >= max
               ? max
               : (number > 1) ? Integer.highestOneBit((number - 1) << 1) : 1;
    }

    public static <K, V> OHCacheBuilder<K, V> newBuilder()
    {
        return new OHCacheBuilder<>();
    }

    public OHCache<K, V> build()
    {
        if (fixedKeySize > 0 || fixedValueSize > 0|| chunkSize > 0)
            return new OHCacheChunkedImpl<>(this);
        return new OHCacheLinkedImpl<>(this);
    }

    public int getHashTableSize()
    {
        return hashTableSize;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> hashTableSize(int hashTableSize)
    {
        if (hashTableSize < -1)
            throw new IllegalArgumentException("hashTableSize:" + hashTableSize);
        this.hashTableSize = hashTableSize;
        return this;
    }

    public int getChunkSize()
    {
        return chunkSize;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> chunkSize(int chunkSize)
    {
        if (chunkSize < -1)
            throw new IllegalArgumentException("chunkSize:" + chunkSize);
        this.chunkSize = chunkSize;
        return this;
    }

    public long getCapacity()
    {
        return capacity;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> capacity(long capacity)
    {
        if (capacity <= 0)
            throw new IllegalArgumentException("capacity:" + capacity);
        this.capacity = capacity;
        return this;
    }

    public CacheSerializer<K> getKeySerializer()
    {
        return keySerializer;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> keySerializer(CacheSerializer<K> keySerializer)
    {
        this.keySerializer = keySerializer;
        return this;
    }

    public CacheSerializer<V> getValueSerializer()
    {
        return valueSerializer;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> valueSerializer(CacheSerializer<V> valueSerializer)
    {
        this.valueSerializer = valueSerializer;
        return this;
    }

    public int getSegmentCount()
    {
        return segmentCount;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> segmentCount(int segmentCount)
    {
        if (segmentCount < -1)
            throw new IllegalArgumentException("segmentCount:" + segmentCount);
        this.segmentCount = segmentCount;
        return this;
    }

    public float getLoadFactor()
    {
        return loadFactor;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> loadFactor(float loadFactor)
    {
        if (loadFactor <= 0f)
            throw new IllegalArgumentException("loadFactor:" + loadFactor);
        this.loadFactor = loadFactor;
        return this;
    }

    public long getMaxEntrySize()
    {
        return maxEntrySize;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> maxEntrySize(long maxEntrySize)
    {
        if (maxEntrySize < 0)
            throw new IllegalArgumentException("maxEntrySize:" + maxEntrySize);
        this.maxEntrySize = maxEntrySize;
        return this;
    }

    public int getFixedKeySize()
    {
        return fixedKeySize;
    }

    public int getFixedValueSize()
    {
        return fixedValueSize;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> fixedEntrySize(int fixedKeySize, int fixedValueSize)
    {
        if ((fixedKeySize > 0 || fixedValueSize > 0) &&
            (fixedKeySize <= 0 || fixedValueSize <= 0))
            throw new IllegalArgumentException("fixedKeySize:" + fixedKeySize+",fixedValueSize:" + fixedValueSize);
        this.fixedKeySize = fixedKeySize;
        this.fixedValueSize = fixedValueSize;
        return this;
    }

    public ScheduledExecutorService getExecutorService()
    {
        return executorService;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> executorService(ScheduledExecutorService executorService)
    {
        this.executorService = executorService;
        return this;
    }

    public HashAlgorithm getHashAlgorighm()
    {
        return hashAlgorighm;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> hashMode(HashAlgorithm hashMode)
    {
        if (hashMode == null)
            throw new NullPointerException("hashMode");
        this.hashAlgorighm = hashMode;
        return this;
    }

    public boolean isThrowOOME()
    {
        return throwOOME;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> throwOOME(boolean throwOOME)
    {
        this.throwOOME = throwOOME;
        return this;
    }

    public boolean isUnlocked()
    {
        return unlocked;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> unlocked(boolean unlocked)
    {
        this.unlocked = unlocked;
        return this;
    }

    public long getDefaultTTLmillis()
    {
        return defaultTTLmillis;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> defaultTTLmillis(long defaultTTLmillis)
    {
        this.defaultTTLmillis = defaultTTLmillis;
        return this;
    }

    public boolean isTimeouts()
    {
        return timeouts;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> timeouts(boolean timeouts)
    {
        this.timeouts = timeouts;
        return this;
    }

    public int getTimeoutsSlots()
    {
        return timeoutsSlots;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> timeoutsSlots(int timeoutsSlots)
    {
        if (timeoutsSlots > 0)
            this.timeouts = true;
        this.timeoutsSlots = timeoutsSlots;
        return this;
    }

    public int getTimeoutsPrecision()
    {
        return timeoutsPrecision;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> timeoutsPrecision(int timeoutsPrecision)
    {
        if (timeoutsPrecision > 0)
            this.timeouts = true;
        this.timeoutsPrecision = timeoutsPrecision;
        return this;
    }

    public Ticker getTicker()
    {
        return ticker;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> ticker(Ticker ticker)
    {
        this.ticker = ticker;
        return this;
    }

    public Eviction getEviction()
    {
        return eviction;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> eviction(Eviction eviction)
    {
        this.eviction = eviction;
        return this;
    }

    public int getFrequencySketchSize()
    {
        return frequencySketchSize;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> frequencySketchSize(int frequencySketchSize)
    {
        this.frequencySketchSize = frequencySketchSize;
        return this;
    }

    public double getEdenSize()
    {
        return edenSize;
    }

    public OHCacheBuilder<K, V> edenSize(double edenSize)
    {
        this.edenSize = edenSize;
        return this;
    }
}

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Q: Is it bad idea to use Flex/Bison as parser for backend of terminal emulator? I am implementing terminal emulator similar to default terminal emulator for OSX: Terminal.app.
I open terminal connection with openpty and then use Flex to parse incoming input: normal text and control sequences and Bison which calls callbacks based on tokens produced by Flex (insert string, cursor forward sequence etc).

*

*Along with normal text tokens I have implemented around 30 escape sequences without any outstanding problems.

*I made Flex/Bison re-entrant because I needed multiple terminal windows to work simultaneously

*I did some workarounds to make Flex/Bison to read continuous output based on my another question: How to detect partial unfinished token and join its pieces that are obtained from two consequent portions of input?.

So far it looks like Flex/Bison do their job, however I suspect that sooner or later I will encounter something that reveals the fact that Flex/Bison should not be used as a tool to parse terminal input.
The question is: what are the problems that Flex/Bison can cause if they are used instead of hand-written parser for terminal input? Can performance be a concern?

A: Abbreviations are sometimes helpful:

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*DPDA "deterministic push-down automata"

*DFA "deterministic finite automata"
What @ejp is saying is that bison is not needed in your solution because there is only one way that the tokens from lexical analyzer can be interpreted.  The stack which was mentioned is used for saving the state of the machine while looking at the alternative ways that the input can be interpreted.
In considering whether flex (and possibly bison) would be a good approach, I would be more concerned with how you are going to solve the problem of control characters which can be interspersed within control sequences.
Further reading:

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*Control Bytes, Characters, and Sequences

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The 5 highest paid soccer coaches 2014 – 2015
Posted by: lukwago J in sports March 29, 2015
Pep Guardiola is among the richest soccer coaches in the world, he is the manager of Bayern Munich in Germany earning $24 million a year. He led Barcelona to many La Liga titles aswell as Copa del Rey titles. He also achieved the success of winning Champions League with them.
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Later Pep Guardiola signed a contract with the Greman Bundesliga giants, Bayern Munich. And he has already won the Bundesliga, DFB Cup, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.
2- Jose Mourinho is a soccer manager of Chelsea in England earning $17 million a year. Jose Mourinho is the most popular soccer manager of all time. He has achieved success in club football, in Portugal, England, Italy and Spain.
He has been honoured UEFA and FIFA Manager of the year.
3 – Marcello Lippi is a soccer manager of Guanghou Evergrande in people's republic of China earning $14 million a year. However many people are not familiar with this club name. Guangzhou Evergrande it is in the Chinese Super League and not even the famous soccer club in the world. Marcello Lippi has so far been a success manager ever since he joined the club in May 2012 and he has achieved the League Titles the past two seasons with them.
4 – Fabio Capello is a soccer manager of the Russian National Football team earning $13 million, however National team managers are not normally paid on annual basis but Fabio Capello is in the list of highest paid football managers 2014-2015 though he has not yet convinced the Russian soccer fans. Hopefully, Russia will be hosting the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
5 – Louis Van gaal is a soccer manager of Manchester United in England earning $11.75 million a year. When Sir Alex Ferguson retired, David moyes was appointed his replacement, he did not even complete the entire season, unfortunately, he was sacked because of the club's poor performance. The Dutch soccer manager Louis Van Gaal was brought in to save Manchester United. He has won several titles at Ajax, Bayern and Barcelona. His most recent accomplishment was leading Holland to a third-place finish at the World Cup 2014, Brazil.
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By Scott Willey on	 April 12, 2015 Sport, Varsity 2015
Today's 'one to watch' at Varsity 2015 is Ultimate Frisbee. This year sees the sport once again mixed gender, as it was in 2013 when Bangor triumphed 10 – 15 away from home. Bangor then went one better in 2014 when both a men's and women's team entered – with both Bangor sides convincingly bringing home the points, the scores 0-17 and 1-13 respectively.
Bangor look likely to continue this rich vein of Varsity form this weekend, having qualified in Division 2 of the BUCS Outdoor Championships while Aber did not qualify. The home side's Men's team also finished 6th at BUCS Indoor Regionals, while Aber finished five places behind them in 11th.
Aber have struggled to field a women's side this year, hence the return to mixed gender at Varsity, but this surely only improves Bangor's already strong odds of winning the game, with Bangor having a strong women's team who finished 7th at BUCS Indoor Regionals. Aber did not enter.
Unfortunately, Bangor will be without their two international players in Rachel Turton (Great Britain Women's U23's) and Andrei Mandzuk (Great Britain Open U23's), who will both be unavailable due to their GB commitments ahead of the Ultimate Frisbee World Championships. However, all the odds still appear to favour Bangor, and for that reason we can't see anything other than a Bangor win.
Score prediction: Bangor 16 – 1 Aber
Ultimate Frisbee throws off at 2:00pm at Treborth. Coverage of Varsity 2015 will be available throughout the day on the Seren website (www.seren.bangor.ac.uk), Seren Facebook (www.facebook.com/bangorseren), Seren Twitter (@serenbangor), Seren Sport Facebook (www.facebook.com/serensport) and Seren Sport Twitter (@serensports).
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CRTS has been building up its research and production capabilities to address issues related to a rational use of airspace and flight safety through introduction of high-tech digital radio equipment.
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The company's development activities rely on platform-oriented technology that uses unified engineering solutions. This approach allows us to develop advanced equipment within the shortest possible time and at a low manufacturing cost.
All of CRTS' products comply with ICAO, RTCA, EUROCAE standards.
The ADS-B (1090 ES) is a modern surveillance technology currently phased in all over the world in civil aviation. The system enhances mutual air situation awareness of all airspace users, thus improves flight safety.
The system is a four-channel redundant ground station for passive ADS-B (1090 ES) surveillance of airborne and surface targets.
Gnome beacon is a small transponder deployed on a vehicle roof to track its movement on the airfield.
Colibri, Mode S&1090ES ADS-B In/Out compact transponder. Suitable for equipping RPAS/UAS and general aviation aircrafts.
The Almanac MLAT is an integrated TMA, en-route, approach, and surface multilateration surveillance system, including functions of HMU. Certified by Rosaviatsia (Russian civil aviation authority) in 2016, the system is the base for deploying A-SMGCS (levels II-IV).
Multi-sensor surveillance is based on signals received from the aircraft. The incoming data is processed, and the central computer, analyzing the received information, calculates the location of the aircraft in three-dimensional space. The objects defined in this way are displayed on the controller's screen, marked with the aircraft ID, height and other data obtained through the modes A / C, S, ADS-B 1090 ES.


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U.S. Citizenship After Green Card: A Lawyer Explains
Obtaining U.S. citizenship after green card can be overwhelming. Get the facts from a lawyer who specializes in U.S. immigration law.
Green Card vs. Citizenship: What's Better?
Suppose you are a lawful permanent resident or have a conditional resident permit in the United States which means you have a green card. In that case, applying to become a U.S. citizen is critical as soon as possible.
After all United States, citizenship provides a range of benefits such as:
Being able to help your relatives born abroad to immigrate to the U.S.
Ability to live abroad without losing your U.S. residency
Having the right to vote in all American state, local, and federal elections
Freedom from deportation
Still, it is not always possible to become a U.S. citizen immediately after getting lawful permanent resident status. You will typically need to wait a few years before you are eligible to apply for citizenship.
Given the complexities of immigration, it is essential to work with a reputable immigration law firm before starting the quest for U.S. citizenship. By working with the law office of Michael G. Murray P.A., you will get access to a naturalization & citizenship lawyer with the skill and experience earned from years working in immigration.
Michael G. Murray P.A. will help you understand all the complexities of applying for and obtaining U.S. citizenship after green card status and ensure you are prepared to go through the process. From helping you file the necessary forms to preparing you for the naturalization interview, Michael G. Murray P.A.'s legal experts will be there with you every step.
U.S. Citizenship Requirements for Green Card Holders
In addition to being required to have lived in the United States for at least five years after getting a green card, you will also need to qualify for eligibility for U.S. citizenship by meeting the requirements below.
You must not have taken any trips longer than six months outside the United States during the five-year continuous residence period.
You must have had a continuous residence of at least three months in the state or USCIS district in which you are applying to become a citizen.
You must be of good moral character. This means that you have not been charged with serious crimes, including intentionally lying to Homeland Security or another government agency to obtain immigration benefits, illegal gambling, or not filing income tax returns.
You must pass a two-part naturalization test that includes an English test and a civics test demonstrating your knowledge of U.S. history and the government.
You are willing to perform mandatory military or civilian service if the United States calls upon you to do the same.
You have loyalty and willingness to defend the U.S. constitution.
Taking the oath of allegiance.
Contact us today for an initial consultation with a talented and skilled immigration lawyer in Austin, Texas.
How to Get U.S. Citizenship After Green Card
Immigrants from across the globe dream of living in the United States and achieving the American dream. Obtaining permanent residence has been the most popular starting point for years.
Still, there are several ways of obtaining American permanent residence and citizenship. These include obtaining citizenship through active duty in the armed forces, your citizen parent, your recent marriage to a U.S. citizen, and naturalization.
Regardless of which route you choose, it is essential to have a reliable legal team that can guide you through the process. Our team of immigration lawyers in Austin, Texas, will provide you with the legal guidance and resources required to efficiently obtain your U.S. citizenship.
We can help you understand the requirements, ensure that your application is filled out correctly, and provide representation in any immigration court proceedings.
Applying for Citizenship After Green Card
Under the immigration law and the Immigration and Nationality Act of the United States, there are several steps to the naturalization process that lawful permanent residents must follow to become citizens. The steps are:
1. Naturalization Application
Permanent residents needing to change their immigration status and become U.S. citizens must file Form N-400, an application for naturalization. You can file the Form N-400 application online or mail it to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
2. Biometrics Appointment
The next step is to set up a biometric appointment. The interview usually includes taking fingerprints and other biometric data from the USCIS. Homeland Security and other agencies use biometric data to perform background checks.
The biometrics appointment is usually about a month after the USCIS receives your application.
3. Citizenship Interview and Exam
After filing your application, the interview will be set for a little over a year. Depending on how long the USCIS field office takes to process your application, you will have to wait.
The USCIS field office usually works with Homeland Security to verify the information and supporting documents you provided. If you are in the armed forces serving abroad, the interview will typically be conducted at a U.S. consulate, embassy, or military facility.
During your citizenship interview, you will have to take the English and civics tests as part of the naturalization process.
If you pass the exam and the interview, the immigration official will approve your application to become a U.S. citizen. In other instances, they may request additional documentation or set a date for a second interview.
If you fail the interview and exam, you will receive a denial letter explaining why. Still, you get 30 days to appeal the decision and reapply.
4. Oath of Allegiance
Once your application gets the approval of the USCIS officer, all that needs to happen is to attend the oath of allegiance ceremony, after which you will become a U.S. citizen.
The USCIS usually sends a notice to applicants following the interview, informing them of the oath of allegiance ceremony's location, date, and time.
Once the ceremony is done and you have returned your permanent resident card, you will be presented with your Certificate of Naturalization.
How Many Years Does It Take To Become a U.S. Citizen?
There are several routes to becoming a citizen, which means the times to citizenship vary. However, most permanent resident and conditional resident cardholders have similar citizenship timelines.
Green card holders with no special circumstances can only apply for U.S. citizenship at least five years after obtaining a green card. Out of those five years, an applicant must have physically lived in the U.S. for at least 30 months (two-and-a-half years) or at least one and half years for a green card holder married to a U.S. citizen.
However, several people with special circumstances can apply for green cards before five years. They include the following:
Widows or widowers of U.S. citizens who died honorably serving in the armed forces can apply without waiting. No wait period requirement applies to them.
Any member of the U.S. military, with or without a green card during wartime service, can apply for U.S. citizenship anytime.
A green card holder with at least 1 year of peacetime military service can apply for citizenship while on active duty or within six months of being honorably discharged from the military.
After three years of marriage, green card holders married to U.S. citizens can apply for citizenship.
You can take multiple trips outside the U.S. while waiting out the years requirement, but you consider the continuous residence requirements, which are critical in satisfying the physical presence requirement.
Also, if you are serving in the armed forces, you do not have to have lived in the United States. You are not required to be physically present in the U.S., given the nature of the work of the military.
Hiring an Immigration Attorney for Us Citizenship Applications
The requirements, timelines, and application process for getting U.S. citizenship can be complex. It is critical to work with a skilled immigration attorney when you apply for U.S. citizenship.
The law firm of Michael G. Murray P.A. has an experienced visa lawyer who knows all the ins and outs of immigration law and procedure. Contact us today for help processing your application or information on how to proceed. We may be able to help.
Does a Green Card Grant You Citizenship?
A permanent resident card offers several benefits, primarily since it allows one to work and live permanently in the United States. Becoming a U.S. citizen is possible after meeting specific naturalization eligibility requirements.
Lawful permanent residents can apply to become U.S. citizens after three years of marriage. U.S. citizen. If they aren't married to U.S. citizens, foreign nationals usually have to wait for at least five years to make their naturalization applications.
Can I Stay on Green Card Forever?
Lawful permanent residents can stay on a green card indefinitely as long as they remain eligible for renewal. However, remaining a permanent resident means missing out on the many benefits of citizenship. Also, you can lose eligibility to renew lawful permanent residence at any time.
Can a Green Card Holder Apply for Citizenship After 3 Years?
Yes, green card holders married to U.S. citizens can apply for citizenship after three years of marriage. Normally, applicants must wait at least five years before becoming eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship, but the three-year exception applies only to spouses of citizens.
Lawful permanent residents can stay on a green card indefinitely as long as they remain eligible for renewal and meet the permanent residence requirement. However, remaining a permanent resident means missing out on the many benefits of citizenship.
Also, you can lose eligibility to renew lawful permanent residence at any time. If that happens, you must apply for a new green card or risk losing your status.
How Long Does It Take To Get U.S. Citizenship?
Applying for U.S. citizenship can take anywhere from 6 months to more than a year. The amount of time it takes depends on the type of application, your circumstances, and the processing time for USCIS. Hiring an experienced immigration attorney can help expedite the process.


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VIPER releases remastered version of "Come On Come On"
2007 album re-release comes out in December in digital and CD version.
"Come On Come On" is the first single from the new "All My Life", a VIPER classic originally released in 2007 that finally hits digital platforms in a remixed and remastered version. Composed by Pit Passarell and Felipe Machado, the lyrics were inspired by "The Outsider", a horror classic by the American writer H. P. Lovecraft.
Until the band's new album, currently being mixed, in New York, the public will have access to classics such as "Miles Away", "Love is All", with the participation of Andre Matos, and one of the most beautiful ballads of the VIPER, "Violet", among others.
"All My Life" brings the so-called V3, VIPER's third classic formation, which featured Ricardo Bocci (vocals), Pit Passarell (bass and vocals), Felipe Machado and Val Santos (guitars) and Renato Graccia (drums). The album was produced by André Cortada and Marcos Yukio, co-produced by Theo Vieira. The new version was remixed by Cortada and Yukio, with help from Val Santos. The remastering was done by Cortada. The cover of the single is by João Duarte. The release takes place via Wikimetal and FMLabs.
HEAR "COME ON COME ON"
VIPER was the first Brazilian heavy metal band to make a huge success in Japan. In the early 1990s, they reached the top of the charts ahead of big names in the world like Nirvana and Van Halen. With albums such as "Soldiers of Sunrise", "Theatre of Fate" and "Evolution", VIPER recorded and toured Europe, the United States and South America. During the tour in Japan, they recorded the live album "Maniacs in Japan – VIPER Live". The band's first formation featured vocalist Andre Matos, who later left the group to form Angra e Shaman. The vocalist died in 2019, being honored by VIPER with the song/clip "The Spreading Soul Forever".
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Do you know it is winter in Australia? This part of the world arguably has one of the most pleasant winters in the world. You would surely have a good time, with the temperature rarely dropping to minus. However, this year is different has we have the coldest start to winter after 128 years. With this, some things are bound to change about you- staying indoors, taking winter wines, food, coffee, tea and much more.
Some of the top winter wines you might select to warm you from the inside are Billy Button 2014- The Rustic Sangiovese, Bird on a wire 2013 syrah, Holm Oak 2013- Pinot Noir, Inkwell 2013- Primitivo, Longview 2012- Devil's Elbow and much more. Also, some of the best food you can take in this cold weather is Seafood Stew, Roasted vegetable rissoni, Spanish chicken stew with olives and mashed potato, Beef stew with red wine and vegetables, step by step potato bake and much more.
Due to the cold winter, you will be spending most of your time indoor. You will need something to warm your home. This is where a gas heater comes in. It will help make the cold weather warm for your comfy. Whether new or old, you would need to the help of a gas heater service in North Shore. This will help ensure the gas heater works perfectly well.
How will you feel when you wake up one morning and notice your gas heater is damaged or malfunctioning? Embarrassing and frustrating I guess? No doubt your home gas heater needs to be regularly checked and repaired when damaged. The gas heater service North Shore is always ready to save you from the embarrassment and frustration.
Having your gas appliance checked and repaired by a reliable and authorized service company or technician will ensure a safe experience and great performance. You can rely on North Shore air conditioning for the best gas heater repair North Shore. Throughout the year gas heater repairs are available to maintain, service, and repair your workplace or home gas heater.
No matter how busy your schedule is to get gas heater repairs, you have the opportunity to schedule an appointment with our gas heater service North Shore whenever you are free.
With a lot of highly qualified technicians available, we allow one or two to come to your home and perform gas heater repairs when it fits in your schedule.
The needs of our customers for gas heating repair service are responded to without any delay. No doubt, almost all the gas heaters repairs are completed the same day they are scheduled. We know how cold winter can get and if you don't have a comfortable and warm home due to a faulty gas heating system, our gas heater service North Shore is ready to help with your gas heaters repairs.
The unique gas heating repair service we render has helped so many in North Shore to fight off the cold winter and keep their home warm. Our gas heater repair North Shore service has built itself a good reputation in reliability and affordability. Remember, when the winter begins to set in and your gas heater needs repair, you can bank on us.


A family's ability to support itself is greatly affected by its makeup and by the behaviors of its members. Examples include their physical and mental health and whether they struggle with substance abuse, domestic violence or other challenges. This report explores family-centered employment strategies beginning with a look at the reasons why some families live in poverty. It presents examples of successful workforce programs that integrate family services with job training and more.
Why income inequality exists among American families.
Why employment services to families are few and far between.
Four approaches to providing family employment services.
The key elements of family-centered employment programs.
How refugee services can be integrated into family-centered employment strategies.
Why counseling services and other supports are critical to any family program.
Low-skilled jobs seekers and low-income workers need jobs as well as programs and services that help them keep their jobs and advance their careers. To succeed over time, however, they also need workforce development programs that include services to other family members, to ensure the well-being of the family as a whole.
The struggle of low-income families to make ends meet has been made more difficult by the rise in single-parent households.
Traditionally, the workforce system builds on services to individuals, not families.
A family-focused workforce development strategy may require different sources of funding for different program elements.
Critical to any family program are its support and counseling services.
We have the capacity to help with the long-term development of a family, because our connection to every family member at various stages of their lives allows us to have an emotional, educational and strength-enhancing impact on the next generation.
One of our main findings is that many programs consider themselves to be "family" employment programs because they help their individual participants, usually single mothers with children, overcome family barriers to employment. But only a small number of programs are taking the next step: intentionally enrolling more than one family member in their employment programs.


The word "blessed" can be translated as the word "happy." Scripture states that happiness can be found in the company we keep or that we don't keep. Many people are unhappy because they are taking advice from those who are not qualified to give it. It is like one alcoholic asking another alcoholic, who is active in his addiction, how to stop drinking. Who do you seek advice from in your life?
There is something else to remember that happiness is not only found in the company you keep or don't keep, but also in taking delight in God and His Word. God is a good God who wants to be understood by you. The more we understand our Creator the more we can enjoy and find happiness in the life He has given us. Life itself is a gift from God. The more we understand the God who gave us life, the more "blessed" or "happy" we shall be.
sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night.


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Smurfs Kart - Switch Review
"Don't expect it to blow you away."
Nov 15, 2022 — 4 min read
XIII Remake Coming to Nintendo Switch in November
The 2003 first-person shooter XIII is coming back in a brand new remake, courtesy of Microids, PlayMagic and Koch Media. Here's the rundown: > MicroidsandPlayMagicare delighted to announce thatXIII– the remake of the cult classic cel-shaded FPS – will be released November 10th, 2020 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Microids Announces The Adventures of Tintin Action-Adventure Game
Microids, the French based video game company behind adventure titles such as Blacksad and the Syberia trilogy, have announced that they have partnered with Moulinsart to bring The Adventures of Tintin to the world of video games. Not much detail has been shared as of yet, but here is what
Apr 25, 2020 — 2 min read


for this region, and for all of Canada."
Columbia, but to the national economy as well."
a total contribution of $30 million.
in expanding its capacity and strengthening its competitiveness."
see even greater results for Prince Rupert."
approximately $675 million over the last two years.
Columbia communities to benefit from the growing cruise ship industry."
visionary leadership to invest in our future."
This news release is available online at http://www.ic.gc.ca.


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Mexico has tons of lovely beach towns to visit, and it can be hard to choose where you should spend your next vacation. If you want the option to stay at a resort without having to worry about too many tourists, then Veracruz, located on the eastern coast of Mexico, is an excellent option. Although Veracruz has been welcoming tourists for years, there are some minor safety concerns that travelers should be aware of before booking their trip. However, Veracruz is generally quite a safe place, as long as you stick to the touristy areas.
There are many things you can do in Veracruz, and spending time at the beaches, such as Playa Mocambo, is just one of the many activities. Being one of the country's major port cities, Veracruz has played a huge role in Mexico's history. Additionally, Veracruz is famous for its coffee; to try it firsthand, visit the Gran Café de la Parroquia, a classy cafe that's over 200 years old and has some delicious flavors to taste. Visit the city center at Zocalo or the city's colonial fortress at San Juan de Ulúa. Before you leave Veracruz, make sure to shop at the artisans market close to the pier.
The U.S. Department of State has issued increasingly serious safety warnings about many areas of Mexico due to crime and violence. While the State Department recommends avoiding some areas altogether, Veracruz is still considered safe to visit, with some precautions. The State Department places Veracruz at a "Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution" advisory. This is mostly due to the prevalence of crime in the area overall. Visitors are advised to stay in defined tourist areas because those are considered safest, although it's always important to stay vigilant about your surroundings and personal belongings.
The State Department directs U.S. government employees to not take public transportation and not drive at night in the state of Veracruz. Tourists might want to keep that in mind when making their own decisions about transportation.
Though there have been instances of violence and crime in Veracruz, remember that Veracruz refers to the entire state, and not just the touristy area by the beach. In general, the biggest concerns you need to have are deterring pickpockets and not exposing yourself to situations where you could be robbed, but that's the case in any major city. Leave valuable belongings back home or in your hotel room safe, keep personal belongings close to your person, don't carry large amounts of cash and be aware of your surroundings at all times. But most importantly, enjoy your time in this historic Mexican destination.
LaRock, Hana. "How Safe is Veracruz, Mexico?" Travel Tips - USA Today, https://traveltips.usatoday.com/safe-veracruz-mexico-61845.html. 07 May 2018.


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Our Fort Mill Clinic in South Carolina has a Fresh, New Location
01-26-18 - News & Press Releases
We're excited to announce that our Fort Mill location has moved! The clinic is now conveniently located off major Highway 77, facing Gold Hill Road, at 130 Crisanto Avenue, Suite A, in Fort Mill, SC. This clinic, previously known as Focus Physical Therapy and Fitness, will continue its 5-year commitment to the Fort Mill community and will be open Monday – Thursday from 9 am – 7 pm and Friday from 7 am – 3 pm. The same great team you've come to know from Focus Physical Therapy will be on staff to deliver exceptional care in this new Ivy Rehab location.
"The moment has come and I couldn't be more excited," said Rich Biggers, Regional Director at Ivy Rehab and former owner of Focus Physical Therapy. "We've relocated our Fort Mill clinic to a brand-new, state-of-the-art building. As with any great project, a lot of hard work by a lot of talented people went into the vision of this beautiful facility. It is beyond rewarding to be able to provide a great space for our patients and staff as they work together on the journey toward recovery."
Ivy Rehab in Fort Mill, SC will continue offering treatments such as physical therapy, soft tissue mobilization, McKenzie Method, post-surgical treatment, and many more. In addition, women's health will be added to their service list at this new location. Special programs will also be offered including:
ACL Rehab and Return-to-Sport Program
Sports Injury Screenings
Total Joint Replacement Program
Vestibular Rehab Program
If you've injured yourself or are experiencing pain or discomfort, the Ivy Rehab team is here for you. To make an appointment at the new Ivy Rehab clinic in Fort Mill, SC, please call 803-746-4655 or visit www.ivyrehab.com/FM.
Founded in 2003, Ivy Rehab is a rapidly growing network of over 90 best-in-class outpatient physical and occupational therapy clinics in the Northeast (CT, NJ, NY), the Midwest (IL, IN, MI), and the Southeast (SC, VA). The Ivy Rehab Network consists of multiple brands dedicated to providing exceptional care and personalized treatment to get patients feeling better, faster. With backing from leading middle-market private equity firm Waud Capital Partners, Ivy Rehab will continue to grow and further expand its U.S. footprint.
For career opportunities at Ivy Rehab, visit www.ivyrehab.com/careers
Why Choose Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy
The medical information contained herein is provided as an information resource only, and does not substitute professional medical advice or consultation with healthcare professionals. This information is not intended to be patient education, does not create any patient-provider relationship, and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment or medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. IvyRehab Network, Inc. disclaims any and all responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained herein.
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Ivy Rehab for Kids Opens New Pediatric Therapy & ABA Facility in Harbour View – Suffolk, VA
Ivy Rehab for Kids is thrilled to introduce its opening of a state-of-the-art facility in the Harbour View area of Suffolk, Virginia. The unique space has two pediatric therapy offices: pediatric physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as...
Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Michael Pafunda, Opens a New Ivy Rehab for Kids Facility in Williamsburg, VA
Ivy Rehab for Kids in Williamsburg, Virginia, is now open. This new facility is located at 457 McLaws Circle. Ivy Rehab for Kids provides a wide range of pediatric speech, occupational, and physical therapy services with highly trained therapists...


If you're looking for cafes and restaurants with excellent plant-based menus, here's a short list of some of the best vegan restaurants in San Francisco.
With an immense reputation and exceptional food and service quality, Golden Era Vegan Restaurant qualifies as one of the best vegan restaurants San Francisco has to offer. The restaurant is located on Golden Gate Avenue and is open daily from 10:30AM to 8:30PM.
The substantial menu is completely meat-free and covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Some of the most popular dishes include the Shrimp Delight, the garden vermicelli, the spicy noodle soup, and the curry beef. When it comes to desserts, the mocha cake and the Oreo cake are the crowd favorites.
Shizen Vegan Sushi Bar & Izakaya offers a mix of traditional Japanese izakaya foods and modern American restaurant aesthetics. This fancy eatery is located on 14th Street and is one of the city's most popular vegan places.
The menu is based on traditional Japanese cuisine, but with a modern vegan twist. A huge range of ramen, sushi, and salad options is bound to satisfy every vegan. Also, make sure to give their specialty sushi rolls a try. The Hidden Agenda, the Colonel's Pipe, and the Secret Weapon are among the most popular.
The next restaurant on the menu is the famous Enjoy Vegetarian Restaurant. While centered on vegetarian dishes, it offers a wide range of vegan options as well. The restaurant is located on Kearny Street and is open every day of the week.
The menu is based on vegetarian and vegan variants of classic Chinese recipes. Lunch menu highlights include the Pai Pa tofu balls and eggplant with soy sea bass. On the dinner menu, you can't go wrong with the Golden Basket, fried won ton, and drumsticks with sweet and sour sauce.
Though named after the southeastern portion of Asia, Indochine Vegan mostly offers meat and dairy-free versions of classic Korean recipes. This cozy little spot is located on the Valencia Street and is among the best vegan restaurants San Francisco has at the moment.
If you're up for a fancy dinner, don't hesitate to pay them a visit. Patrons' favorites include the spicy cha cha, the Chef's fried rice, and crispy spring rolls. Indochine also offers a wide range of healthy, vegan-friendly beverages.
If Indochine's name was a tad deceptive, Veganburg's name is 100% true. This is a completely meat-free burger joint and one of San Francisco's most popular vegan places. It is located on Haight Street and serves food from 11 AM to around 9 PM every day of the week (10 PM on Fridays).
The Rasa Sayang Burg with lagi shiok, chicken patty made of wheat, gluten-free buns, and spicy sambal is the absolute crowd favorite. Make sure to give their Haight 'n' Salsa, Mustang relish, and Hawaiian teriyaki a go as well. Top it all off with seaweed fries, homemade lemonade, and a vegan soft serve.
Loving Hut is a classic fast food restaurant but with a twist—its menu is completely vegan. With outstanding food and service quality, Loving Hut is one of the best vegan restaurants San Francisco has to offer. San Francisco locations include Sunset and Westfield Mall. The Sunset location is closed on Wednesdays, while the Westfield restaurant works seven days a week.
The Heavenly Salad, seaweed tofu soup, spicy cha cha, and the Sea Fruits Grill are among the most popular dishes. The Champion burger is the most prominent item in the Western section of the menu. A selection of vegan desserts and beverages is also available.
The legendary Greens Restaurant is not only a popular vegetarian/vegan eatery, but also one of San Francisco's landmarks as well. It is located on the Marina Boulevard, overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marina. At Greens, the view is as much a part of the experience as the food.
Greens Restaurant offers dinner, lunch, brunch, and dessert menus. There's also a wide selection of fine wines. Although not primarily vegan, many dishes can be made vegan on the spot. Make sure to try their mushroom phyllo tart and tofu brochettes.
The story of Nourish Café began in 2015 when Sarah Bacon and Brighton Miller decided to open a place which would focus on healthy, 100% plant-based food. Currently, there are two restaurants—one on 6th Avenue and the other on Hyde Street. They take online orders and are open seven days a week.
The menu is mostly made up of quality juices, smoothies, breakfast, and brunch options. Make sure to try the "tuna" sandwich, the Golden Gate bowl, and the acai bowl. Pay them a visit and see why Nourish Café is among the best vegan restaurants San Francisco has at the moment.
If you are in the mood for quality Mexican food, then Gracias Madre might be the right place for you. This stylish restaurant offers plant-based Mexican dishes and a relaxed atmosphere. It is located on Mission Street and is open seven days a week.
The menu is seasonal and varies based on what is available on the restaurant-owned organic farm. Some of the best dishes Gracias Madre offers include their signature Bowl Uno, papas al horno, the Coliflor Frito, and the restaurant's version of the Caesar salad.
While not a fancy place, Ananda Fuara has earned its spot among the city's prime vegetarian/vegan places with fantastic food and excellent service. The restaurant is located on Market Street and is open seven days a week.
The entire menu at Ananda Fuara is meat-free, with both vegan and vegetarian dishes. Dishes from the vegetarian side of the menu can be made vegan. Patrons' favorites include their hot potatoes, while the dessert menu is the stuff of legends.
As the city's only meat-free Thai restaurant, Thai Idea has a special place in the hearts of San Francisco vegans and vegetarians. It offers a plant-based menu and a casual atmosphere. The restaurant is located on Polk Street and takes online orders.
The menu includes a huge variety of Thai recipes, with the crowd favorites including panang curry, papaya salad, samosa, and the immensely popular pad Thai.
With a huge variety of vegan eateries, San Francisco constantly ranks as one of the most vegan-friendly places in the US. While in no way exhaustive, this list is a good place to start your quest for the best vegan restaurants San Francisco has to offer.


Divisional Leader, Kate L'argent shares her 30 reasons why attending the Spring Gala and Conference is so worthwhile.
"I'm sure you will have picked up on the buzz and excitement about the Spring Conference and Gala Awards. See my list below if you are still unaware! Maybe you are still deciding whether to come as there are so many things to weigh up. You have to buy a ticket, juggle child care and possibly convince your partner that it's worth attending. Maybe you haven't met anyone and think you'll be alone; maybe none of your clothes fit since the children arrived; who will I share a room with? Will it be worth all the hassle?
The answer is definitely YES! Most of us who are now regular attendees had to sort out the same problems when we first went. Usborne is like a family; different Divisions are like cousins and when you arrive at the hotel, it'll be full of people who will instantly realise you are one of us and say hello!
If you are worried about the cost of a ticket - even though it's a bargain for everything we receive - then why not set yourself a challenge to get two extra bookings this month? A good home party could just about cover the cost in one go! Several Organisers have had their ticket as an early Christmas present!
Regarding childcare, my husband grumbled that I was leaving him and then loved having our children to himself. They ate pizza, went out and had lots of fun. Friends and grandparents will help out too if needed.
I bet all the things you are pondering can be resolved happily so you CAN join us. Write your plan, put a date in your diary to buy your ticket and take the first steps towards sorting it out. You're worth it! It will be worth it!"
1. Meet other Organisers and Leaders from all over the country and the EU.
2. Put faces to names.
4. It's a great party night out.
5. A peaceful night's sleep - no kids interrupting you!
6. A special reception for all first timers.
7. Share in the success of those around you.
8. Lots of recognition for everyone - be invited up on stage for your achievements.
9. Hear other people's stories.
10. A chance to dress up.
11. A fabulous three course meal.
12. Stay in a smart hotel in the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon.
13. Meet up with old friends.
16.Start the day with a fabulous breakfast.
17. Formulate your plans for 2016.
18. Talk to your peers about their difficulties with Usborne and how to solve them.
19. Talk to experienced Leaders.
20. Find out about the new initiatives for 2016.
21. Be inspired by the next Travel Incentive - could you be next to win?
22. Hear from guest speaker, Andy Cope as he talks about The Art of Being Brilliant - he comes highly recommended.
23. See the New Titles planned for 2016.
26. A chance for some 'me ' time.
27. Feel part of the Usborne world.
28. Get a buzz that will last all year.
29. Treat yourself - because you're worth it.
30. See that your family can cope without you!
"Me? I wouldn't miss it for the world!"
Thank you for sharing your words of wisdom, Kate!
Are you a new Organiser for 2015?
Remember, if you have joined Usborne in 2015, you can still attend the whole event for just £80 (£40 saving).


NYU Stern has recently announced plans to add a new MBA specialization in Digital Marketing.
The new specialization, which launches this spring, allows MBA students to take a range of courses in the fields of marketing and digital commerce, and leverages insights from information systems. Some course offerings in this specialization include "Data Mining for Business Analytics," "Social Media for Brand Management ," and "Networks, Crowds, and Markets: Reasoning about a Highly Connected World."
According to the NYU Stern website, the new specialization "provides students with the strategic and analytical skills to guide organizations navigating in a digital world that is overflowing with data on customers, products, and interactions."
For more information, please visit the NYU Stern website.


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Ink is placed on top of the screen, and a fill bar (also known as a flood bar) is used to fill the mesh openings with ink. What most people don't realize is that when they are using the flat iron they will get the hang of it more simply because they use it more.Essentially, real estate investors become limited partners in the acquired prime commercial real estate such as; Plazas, Malls, Shopping Centers, etc. Here you will get the chance to lay hands on ladies purse in various designs, colors and sizes. Interactivity is the KeyInstead of creating a one-way dialogue, focus on creating a two-way conversation. By the time your brake pads are making metal to metal noise against the brake rotor your pads are likely at a 2mm thickness and your options are to either replace them or park your car because you basically no longer have any braking power. You must look for the quality of stuff before you open the strings of your wallet.


I agree with the review, but check out the essay by Taylor in the "64 Square Looking Glass" anthology of chess literature. I reviewed it earlier this month on my blog and on Amazon US. Taylor explains what's going on in the Red Queen's match ingeniously.
Thanks for a great blog of your own, and Merry Christmas to you and your family.


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Tonight's RTE Late Late Show guests revealed
Justin.Kelly@offalyexpress.ie
It has been over two months since his phenomenal win at the British Open, and Friday night, Ryan Tubridy will catch up with golfer Shane Lowry on the Late Late to see how life has changed for the Offaly man and if the celebrations have actually stopped!
Some proud members of Shane's family will also be attending the show.
With sales of his books topping 330 million, Jeffrey Archer also joins Ryan in studio to chat about why, at the age of 79, he has no intention of putting down the pen. The former Tory politician will also discuss why he's a Remainer who wants to see Brexit happen, what he thinks of Boris Johnson and what it has been like to be in Westminster over the past three years.
Former Ireland International and RTÉ soccer analyst Richie Sadlier will be in studio to discuss a very personal story for the first time.
Twenty-five years since it debuted at the Eurovision Song Contest at The Point Theatre in Dublin, Riverdance has produced weddings, babies and endless friendships among troops which have toured around the world. Ryan will be speaking to show dancers from down the years, and viewers will be treated to a special anniversary performance.
Limerick native Jean Tierney captured the hearts of the nation when she told her story on Operation Transformation earlier this year, before ending her weight loss journey early on the series. Jean will be in studio to share some happier news with us all.
Plus, newcomer D.Cullen performs his new single for the first time on The Late Late Show.
Last Friday's show was another ratings winner for The Late Late Show this season - it was the highest-rating weekend programme on Irish television, reaching 952,000 viewers and averaging a 46% audience share.
These guests plus more...only on The Late Late Show, Friday, October 4 at 9.35pm on RTÉ One.


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"Всяко нещо има свое време" е петият студиен албум на българската поп/кънтри певица Росица Кирилова. Издаден е през 1990 от Балкантон.

Песни
 "Всяко нещо има свое време" (3,26)
 "Месечинко, чакай" (4,22)
 "Еманципирана жена" (2,32)
 "Ден като всеки друг" (4,40)
 "Сърдечна криза" (3,27)
 "Щастие не се купува" (3,54)
 "Ден до пладне" (3,17) – м. Зорница Попова
 "Моя страна" (3,56)
 "Истинско лято" (3,50)
 "Премълчани думи" (4,07)
 "Като човек на гара" (3,35)
 "Мой добър Пиеро" (3,20) – м. Зорница Попова

Източници

Външни препратки

 "Росица Кирилова. Всяко нещо има свое време" в сайта "Плочи от Балкантон", balkanton.su
 "Росица Кирилова. Всяко нещо има свое време" в Discogs.com

Албуми на Росица Кирилова
Музикални албуми от 1990 година


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15. децембар (15.12.) је 349. дан године по грегоријанском календару (350. у преступној години). До краја године има још 16 дана.

Догађаји

 1640 — Војвода од Брагансе крунисан као Жоао IV, први португалски краљ после шездесетогодишње шпанске владавине и први из династије Браганса која је владала Португалом до 1910.
 1711 — У Копенхагену избила епидемија куге, од које је умрло више хиљада људи.
 1791 — Ратификовано је првих 10 амандмана на Устав САД, колективно познатих као Повеља о правима.
 1801 — Одметнути јаничари, које су предводиле четири београдске дахије Аганлија, Кучук-Алија, Фочић Мехмед-ага и Мула Јусуф, убили београдског валију Хаџи Мустафа-пашу и завели терор у Београдском пашалуку. Насиље је убрзало избијање Првог српског устанка 1804.
 1806 — Француске трупе под командом Наполеона Бонапарте ушле у Варшаву.
 1840 — Ковчег с посмртним остацима француског цара Наполеона I положен у "Дом инвалида" у Паризу, 19 година после његове смрти у изгнанству на острву Света Јелена.
 1890 — Убијен поглавица индијанског племена "Сијукс" Седећи Бик, који је предводио индијанска племена у бици код Литл Биг Хорна 1876. против америчке Седме коњичке дивизије, под командом Џорџа Кастера.
 1914 — Ослобађањем Београда у Првом светском рату завршена Колубарска битка. Победа за коју изузетне заслуге припадају команданту Прве армије, генералу Живојину Мишићу, подигла углед Србије међу савезницима и учврстила самопоуздање српске војске и народа.
 1938 — Испробавајући нов тип ловачког авиона, погинуо руски пилот Валериј Чкалов. 1937. прелетео Северни пол, без спуштања од Москве до Ванкувера, 12.000 km, за 64 часа и 25 минута, што је признато као светски рекорд лета на даљину.
 1961 —
 Генерална скупштина Уједињених нација одбацила совјетски предлог о пријему Кине у светску организацију.
 Бивши нацистички функционер Адолф Ајхман, организатор и извршилац геноцида Јевреја у Другом светском рату, осуђен на смрт у Јерусалиму, а потом обешен. После рата под лажним именом живео у Аргентини до 1960, када су га открили и ухапсили припадници израелске тајне службе.
 1965 — Амерички свемирски бродови "Џемини 6" и "Џемини 7" остварили први космички сусрет и направили две кружне путање летећи један поред другог.
 1967 — Срушио се Сребрни мост преко реке Охајо између градова Појнт Плезант и Галиполис, усмртивши 46 особа.
 1970 — Совјетски васионски брод "Венера 7" спустио се на планету Венеру и почео да шаље сигнале.
 1991 — Око 500 људи изгубило живот када је трајект "Салем експрес" ударио, испред египатске луке Сафага, у корални гребен и потонуо.
 1996 — Под снажним притиском свакодневних протеста грађана због фалсификовања изборних резултата, општински суд у Нишу потврдио победу опозиционе коалиције "Заједно" у другом кругу избора за локалне органе управе, 17. новембра.
 1999 — Шеф УНМИК-а Бернар Кушнер потписао, у Приштини, споразум с представницима косовских Албанаца о формирању Прелазног административног већа Косова. Срби са Косова одбили да потпишу споразум, али су касније делегирали свог представника у то тело.
 2000 — Затворена нуклеарна централа у Чернобиљу у Украјини у којој је крајем априла 1986. експлодирао један блок централе изазвавши најтежу нуклеарну катастрофу од почетка употребе нуклеарних централа.
 2001 — Криви торањ у Пизи у Италији поново отворен за посетиоце, после 12 година паузе због санације.
 2002 — Посматрачи УН званично окончали мисију на Превлаци, почету у марту 1992, и предали властима Хрватске контролу над тим полуострвом.
 2011 — Скупштина града Београда званично именовала Мост на Ади.

Рођења
 1832 — Гистав Ајфел, француски архитекта и конструктор. (прем. 1923)
 1859 — Лудвик Лазар Заменхоф, пољски лекар, творац Есперанта. (прем. 1917)
 1907 — Оскар Нимајер, бразилски архитекта. (прем. 2012)
 1916 — Морис Вилкинс, новозеландско-британски биофизичар, добитник Нобелове награде за физиологију или медицину (1962). (прем. 2004)
 1936 — Ирена Просен, словеначка глумица.
 1941 — Владан Живковић, српски глумац. (прем. 2022)
 1944 — Милан Живадиновић, српски фудбалер и фудбалски тренер. (прем. 2021)
 1946 — Мирослав Јосић Вишњић, српски књижевник. (прем. 2015)
 1947 — Миша Блам, српски џез музичар (контрабасиста), композитор, аранжер, џез публициста и музички педагог. (прем. 2014)
 1949 — Дон Џонсон, амерички глумац, продуцент, редитељ и музичар.
 1955 — Пол Симонон, енглески музичар, најпознатији као басиста групе -{The Clash}-.
 1963 — Слободан Јанковић, српски кошаркаш. (прем. 2006)
 1968 — Гарет Ванг, амерички глумац.
 1974 — Никола Стојић, српски веслач.
 1981 — Милош Бајалица, српски фудбалер.
 1981 — Мишел Докери, енглеска глумица.
 1981 — Паоло Лоренци, италијански тенисер.
 1981 — Роман Пављученко, руски фудбалер.
 1982 — Чарли Кокс, енглески глумац.
 1982 — Милош Михајлов, српски фудбалер.
 1983 — Камила Ана Лудингтон, енглеска глумица.
 1983 — Виран Морос, шпански рукометаш.
 1984 — Мартин Шкртел, словачки фудбалер.
 1985 — Миливоје Божовић, српски кошаркаш.
 1986 — Кејлор Навас, костарикански фудбалски голман.
 1988 — Стивен Нзонзи, француски фудбалер.
 1992 — Џеси Лингард, енглески фудбалер.
 1997 — Мод Апатоу, америчка глумица.
 2000 — Лука Грбић, српски глумац.

Смрти
 1675 — Јоханес Вермер, холандски сликар. (рођ. 1632)
 1801 — Хаџи Мустафа-паша, турски паша (београдски валија). (рођ. 1733)
 1893 — Исидор Ћирић, српски правник, књижевник, политичар и народно-црквени и патријаршијски секретар у Сремским Карловцима. (рођ. 1844)
 1944 — Василиј Кандински, руски сликар. (рођ. 1866)
 1944 — Глен Милер, амерички џез-музичар (рођ. 1904)
 1966 — Волт Дизни, амерички режисер. (рођ. 1901)
 1970 — Леонид Шејка, српски сликар. (рођ. 1932)
 1991 — Василиј Зајцев, совјетски снајпериста у Другом светском рату. (рођ. 1915)
 2000 — Харис Бркић, кошаркаш Партизана. (рођ. 1974)
 2010 — Блејк Едвардс, амерички филмски режисер. (рођ. 1922)
 2018 — Милунка Лазаревић, српска шахисткиња и новинарка (рођ. 1932).

Празници и дани сећања
 Српска православна црква данас прославља
 Свети пророк Авакум
 Свети цар Урош
 Преподобни Јоаникије Девички


Malik was deeply troubled by what the doctor said, bringing a strange lady into their Lekki mansion will be a hard thing for him to do. Even if he wants to, what of Jeffery? He will never allow it. Malik couldn't cease to blame himself for going to the hospital in the first place. Just a few moments he spent with the lady at the hospital he felt a strange bond binding his heart to her.
'Hey you, what's up?' Jeffery asked when he saw his partner lying on the couch thinking with a bottle of wine and a half-filled glass cup on the table before him.
'Oh Jeff, where have you been?' Malik asked, regaining his consciousness and sat up.
'I went to see a friend of mine' he looked on the table.
'So you started the fun without me? Okay, let me help you with this' Jeffery took the cup and sipped its content down his throat.
'If you want to drink, go get your own cup, don't disturb me' Malik complained.
'This is too hot a drink, Malik how do you manage to drink this?' Jeffery said after drinking a little from the cup.
'This is not your thing Jeff, better stick to your whores, if you finish that cup no one in this neighborhood will sleep tonight' Malik jeered.
'What is that?' Jeff sat down beside his friend.
'I went to the hospital today; the lady was still there Jeff. The doctor said no one came for her.' he said with a huge sympathy shown on his voice.
'And so what? What should we do about it? Can't they talk to the police and find her relation?' Jeff said.
'What? Bring her here? What sort of nonsense is that? You are the cause of this Malik, I told you not to go there.' Jeff said in anger.
'I can't just leave her there and forget just like that' he replied.
'So you can't forget about her right? You are going to bring her and jeopardize our business, our reputation, and our safety? I never thought you are so softhearted' Jeff said.
'I know we can't bring her here but I feel compassionate for her' Malik answered.
'Malik, what happened to you? When did you suddenly become so emotional, you know we have a huge project before us, I hope you know what is at stake if we lose our consignments. Look, if you value your life, you had better erase her out of your mind' Jeffery advised before going in angrily.


The MHSc program prepares students for professional practice in speech‑language pathology. Academic and clinical experiences are integrated to provide the skills required for assessing and treating a wide variety of individuals with communication and swallowing disorders. The MHSc program can only be completed on a full‑time basis.
The academic faculty and clinical educators are committed to the preparation of the best possible clinicians to meet the needs of individuals with speech and language disorders in the decades ahead. The program is conducted not only in the classroom but also in laboratories with state-of-the art clinical equipment and in one of North America's largest and most diverse group of clinical training sites.
Our up-to-date and innovative curriculum enables graduates to bridge the gap between the theoretical knowledge learned in the classroom and practical applications in today's demanding and evolving practice environments. Several key features of the curriculum enhance the quality of student learning and foster theory-to-practice integration, including: (a) explicit learning objectives, reflecting the skills and abilities of exemplary practitioners; (b) a capstone portfolio, in which students document achievement of these learning objectives; (c) strong links between the academic and internship portions of the curriculum; (d) systematic development of student competencies across the curriculum, with particular emphasis on research evidence as the foundation for professional practice; (e) integrative learning experiences, which enable students to deepen, integrate, and apply concepts and principles from related academic courses; (f) teaching clinics, in which students evaluate and develop professional skills in a supportive learning environment; and (g) clearly specified internship expectations that ensure consistent development of professional competencies for all students.
Evidence from multiple sources (e.g., students, academic faculty, clinical educators, practitioners in related fields) suggests that our curriculum has been effective in fostering enhanced student learning and theory-to-practice integration. We are proud that our students experience an effective, integrated curriculum unique in Canada, and perhaps in North America.
To see something fun from some of our previous MHSc students go to YouTube and search "U of T SLP". Watch – Life's Speechie, We are SLPs Class of 2016 and the U of T SLP friends parody.


What would have been in here?
whatvwould have have possibly been in this bag?
As Oldbloke seems to be on the right track, if the contents of the bottom box are accurate as numbered, Hornby (ex-Airfix) Class N2 Tank (Green) 0-6-2T dating from 2001/2. Something else related to model railways in the bag itself.
Redgates shut its doors in 1988....so it can't be a product sold by them in 2001/2. Might the shot have been posed after the shop shut?
I still have a 1970s Redgates carrier bag ( a very large one) which contains my Subbuteo Table Rugby.
With the revived interest in Redgates, can we have a clue (or the answer) to this question posed in July as this particular thread has fallen out of favour?


Jan van Haasteren's 'Christmas Gifts' is the title of this brilliantly funny 2 x 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle set that has been produced by the artist Jan van Haasteren. The first puzzle image is titled 'Christmas Dinner' and illustrates a very crowded festive restaurant which is serving plenty of roast turkeys, spiced wine and a cheesy fondue that has got some people into a very sticky mess! The celebrations are well under-way, but like all of Jan's illustrations, it's not quite going to plan!
The second image that is titled 'Christmas Tree Market' illustrates the annual exciting but difficult task of picking a Christmas tree for the festive period. The image depicts many hidden jokes that you'll be sure to discover when puzzling, such as St. Nicholas and Father Christmas fighting over a tree, while the iconic robber hides from the police in the tree right next to the police!
But that's not all! Inside this 2x1000 piece puzzle set is a FREE Poster.
Most of Jan's fans will immediately search for his trademark - the shark's fin - featured in every puzzle. But you can also look for Jan's other favourites - Saint Nicholas, The Hands, The Dentures and a self-portrait of Jan - that can be seen in nearly all of his puzzles. But if you have never puzzled a Jan van Haasteren before, then you can be sure to look out for these things!


This presentation by Advocates for Snake Preservation will answer the most common question we get: What do I do about snakes in my yard? We'll discuss our recommendations for how to coexist with snakes, based on the latest research and our own observations of wild snake behavior, and show videos of cool things you might get to see in your yard. Not to be missed for anyone that lives, works, or plays in snake country.
For more information contact Advocates for Snake Preservation.
The presentation is free, but normal state parks entrance fees apply.


*Please note that at the beginning of a marketing mandate, the client has to delegate a resource person for the agency within its company to answer questions, provide documents, logos, etc., and give approvals.
Describe shortly your company's history, its highlights particularly.
Which values are present in your company?
Why do you want to invest in marketing?
Tell us what you are proud of; what has been lucrative, significant, etc.
What is your company's value added?
According to you, can your company do better in some aspects (products, services, equipment, employees, marketing)?
Have you tried to overcome these weaknesses? If yes, how?
Do you know their strengths and weaknesses?
Do they use marketing tools that are different from yours?
Do you have the resources to meet your commitment to your clients?
Do you have a customer service department or someone taking care of that part?
According to you, what is your employees' opinion about your company (reputation, workplace, services, products, image, etc.)?
Do your employees show a sense of belonging to the company?
Do you consider that your employees have the right training and that they have enough knowledge to deliver a satisfying service?
According to you, what is your suppliers' opinion about your company (reputation, services, products, image, etc.)?
Is competition healthy in your field?
Do you have healthy business relations with your suppliers?
What are your current marketing tools?
Which ones are the most efficient?
Which ones could be eliminated or revised?
Do you often have customers' questions that could be answered with marketing tools (i.e. opening hours, price list, address, etc.)?
According to you, which marketing tool should your company have?
What could be made to improve your website?
What is the creative process for your logo?
Are you on social media (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.)?
If yes, do you have an internal resource to feed it?
Are you involved in a foundation or any other philanthropic action?
Have any advertising campaigns been done in the past?
What are the current advertising campaigns?
Which previous advertising campaigns have given positive results (notoriety, image, profit)?
Is your profession governed by an Order or another organization under which some rules are listed for marketing and communication tools?
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Hirax ist eine Thrash-Metal-Band aus Cypress, Kalifornien. Die Band wurde 1982 unter der Leitung von Sänger Katon W. de Pena gegründet und spielte in ihren Anfangstagen mit anderen neuen Bands in ihrer Region wie Metallica, Exodus und Slayer. Hirax war ein klares Beispiel des neuen Speed-/Thrash-Metal-/Crossover-Genres. De Pena ist mittlerweile das einzige verbliebene Mitglied der Originalbesetzung.

Geschichte
Nachdem sie einige Demos veröffentlicht hatte, unterzeichnete die Band einen Vertrag bei Metal Blade und brachte 1985 ihr erstes Album Raging Violence heraus. Zu diesem Zeitpunkt bestand die Band aus Katon W. de Pena als Sänger, Scott Owen an der Gitarre, Gary Monardo am Bass und John Tabares am Schlagzeug. 1986 verließ John Tabares die Band und Eric Brecht (der Bruder von D.R.I.-Sänger Kurt Brecht) kam dazu. Nach diesem Wechsel veröffentlichte die Band unter dem Druck des Labels ihr zweites Album Hate, Fear and Power, wobei sie für 8 Titel nur 16 Minuten Zeit hatten. 1987 beendete die Band den Vertrag mit dem Label und brachte selbstständig das Demo Blasted in Bangkok heraus. Aufgrund von Spannungen in der Band verließ Katon Hirax und gründete mit Gene Hoglan (ehemaliger Dark Angel-Schlagzeuger) und Ron McGovney (ehemaliger Metallica-Bassist) die Band Phantasm. Sie brachten 1988 ein Demo mit sechs Titeln heraus. Nach einer kurzen Tour mit Nuclear Assault lösten sie sich wieder auf. 1989 nahm Hirax den früheren Exodus-Frontmann Paul Baloff als Sänger auf, aber die Band hielt nicht mehr lange zusammen.

De Pena blieb in der Szene aktiv, wo er unter anderem in Plattenläden arbeitete. 1998 erhielt er Fanpost von Thrash-Metal-Fans, woraufhin er Hirax im Jahr 2000 wiederbelebte. Er brachte die Originalbesetzung mit Scott Owen, Gary Monardo und John Tabares wieder zusammen, und noch im selben Jahr brachten sie die EP El Diablo Negro heraus. Diese Besetzung wechselte bis auf Katon jedoch komplett, sodass auf dem Album Barrage of Noise von 2001 James Joseph Hubler, Justin Lent und Nick Sellinger an den Instrumenten zu hören sind. Auch in dieser Besetzung spielte Hirax nur kurze Zeit. Katon fand wieder völlig neues Personal und veröffentlichte 2004 das Album New Age of Terror mit den Gitarristen Dave Watson und Glenn Rogers, Bassist Angelo Espino und Drummer Jorge Iacobellis. Wegen unüberwindbarer Meinungsverschiedenheiten brach diese Besetzung wie die anderen auch wieder auseinander. Im Frühling 2009 kam das vierte Studioalbum El Rostro de la Muerte (span. "Das Gesicht des Todes") heraus.
Hirax sind in den USA live oftmals zu sehen. 2018 ging die Band nach längerer Pause wieder auf Europatournee.

Diskografie

Alben
 Raging Violence – 1985 (LP)
 Hate, Fear and Power – 1986 (LP)
 New Age of Terror – 2004 (LP, Mausoleum Records)
 El rostro de la muerte – 2009 (LP)
 Immortal Legacy – 2014 (LP)

Demos
 Hirax Demo – 1984 (Demo)
 Rehearsal 1 – 1985 (Demo)
 Rehearsal 2 – 1985 (Demo)
 Blasted in Bangkok – 1987 (Demo)

Singles und EPs
 Blasted in Bangkok – 1987 (Single)
 Dying World (Shock) – 1997 (Single)
 Hirax/Spazz split 7"-1997 (Split-EP)
 El Diablo Negro – 2000 (EP)
 Barrage of Noise – 2001 (EP)
 Louder Than Hell – 2005 (Split-EP)
 Assassins of War – 2007 (EP)
 Chaos and Brutality – 2007 (EP)
 Hirax/F.K.Ü. – 2008 (Split-EP)

DVDs
 Thrash 'Til Death – 2006 (DVD)
 Thrash and Destroy – 2008 (Live-DVD)

Quellen

Weblinks
 Offizielle Website
 Hirax auf MySpace

Power-Metal-Band
Speed-Metal-Band
Thrash-Metal-Band
US-amerikanische Band