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How to shape the crown of a hat
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Whether you're knitting a beanie or a beret, hat styles are determined by the way the crown is shaped. Designer Woolly Wormhead explains how to create your own patterns.
Whenever I start a new hat design, I invariably start with the crown. Even if I know exactly which style I'm aiming for, or which stitch pattern I'm going to use, and whether it be a top-down, bottom-up or even a sideways design, the crown is the first thing I consider.
The maths of the crown determines not only the type of crown finish (beanie, beret, pixie, gathered or anything in between), but also the mathematical structure that runs all the way through a hat.
The 'decrease 8 sts every other round' formula
This is a common formula for a hat, and results in a beanie style (half-dome, watch-cap) hat. However, it's not applicable to every situation. Let's look at some numbers.
When we create a beanie, what we are essentially doing is knitting a cylinder that's finished off with a circle on top. The schematic above shows that the length of a hat, from the crown to the base of the ears, is the length from the centre of the crown to the brim edge – or the radius of the top circle plus the length of the cylinder. With negative ease, this method works, as the edge around the top of the cylinder is smoothed off when worn.
The common formula for a circle is to decrease 8 sts every other round, or 4 sts average per round. This works well in something like stocking stitch, where the row and stitch gauge have a common relationship, or in lace, whereby blocking helps all the proportions settle.
Woolly designed this beanie hat for Simply Knitting issue 124.
The role of the radius and the circumference
We'll remember from school that the circumference of a circle is 2 x pi x the radius, where pi can be rounded to 3.14. In short, the circumference is 6.28 x the radius.
The circumference of our hat is the number of stitches on our needles right before we start the crown shaping – it's the widest part of the knitting, and the part that determines fit in a beanie. To know this measurement we'll also want to know our gauge/tension.
Let's use an example of a hat knitted in a DK-weight yarn with a gauge of 22 sts to 10cm. With a circumference of 100 sts, it will measure 45.5cm – the perfect finished size for the average adult female (allowing for 6.5cm of negative ease).
If we want to knit a beanie, and have the top of that hat flat as a circle, we'll be able to calculate the radius of our circle, which in turn helps us calculate the number of rounds over which we will decrease.
45.5cm/6.28 (2 x pi) = 7.25cm crown circle radius
If our row gauge follows a typical fashion of 3:4, our row gauge would be approximately 30 rows/rounds to 10cm, or 3 rows to 1cm, and so we would have to work our decreases over 22 rounds:
7.25 (length of radius in cm) x 3 (number of rows/rounds per cm) = 21.75 rounds
We have 100 sts we wish to decrease, so we would aim to decrease 4.5 sts per round on average. (100/21.75)
Except that as we close the top of the hat, we don't want to decrease down beyond say 6 or 8 sts, as this creates an unfortunate bump at the very top of the hat. So we would change our decrease ratio slightly:
(100-6)/21.75 = 4.32 sts decreased per round, average
Knitting is forgiving enough to allow us to decrease on average 4 sts per round, and it would usually even out with blocking.
And don't forget that 4 sts is an average figure – you could decrease 8 sts every other round, or 12 sts every third round, and so on – it allows for a bit of flexibility when you need to adapt stitch patterns.
Taking the numbers beyond stocking stitch
What if your row and stitch gauge differ wildly, or your stitch pattern gauge doesn't match that of your stocking stitch? A good example would be a Fair Isle hat where the row and stitch gauge are almost square, e.g. 22 sts x 24 rows, and the numbers would look a little different. Working again with a cast-on example of 100 sts:
Our row gauge gives us 2.4 rows per 10cm, so we would need to decrease over 17.4 rounds:
7.25 (length of radius in cm) x 2.4 (number of rows/rounds per cm) = 17.4 rounds
We have 100 sts we wish to decrease down to 6 sts, the numbers would look like this:
(100-6)/17.4 = 5.5 sts decreased per round or 11 sts decreased every other round.
Another example might be garter stitch, where the row gauge is invariably double that of the stitch gauge, e.g. 22 sts x 44 rows to 10cm:
7.25 (length of radius in cm) x 4.4 (number or rows/rounds per cm) = 31.9 rounds
(100-6)/31.9 = 3 sts decreased per round or 6 sts decreased every other round.
'Aeonium' tam by Woolly Wormhead incorporates crown shaping into the stitch pattern.
Beanies vs Berets
A beret essentially is the same idea as a beanie, except it's a wider circle on top of a wider cylinder.
The length of a beret body is usually similar to that of a beanie; the fundamental difference is that larger circle on top, which not only adds width, but effectively adds length, too. The standard increase formula from the brim into the body of a beret is to increase by 50%, e.g. something along the lines of (K2, M1) to end (where M1 is a lifted bar increase). Our circumference would then be 50% bigger than that of our beanie, and that creates a lot more room to play with.
The same methods and formulas would be applied; first calculate the circumference measurement using the stitch count (at the point where you would start the crown shaping) and the stitch gauge. From there, calculate the radius and use the row gauge to determine how many stitches on average would be decreased per row/round.
'Ivydene' is an example of a beret with a wider top circle than a beanie.
As the maths of the circle is consistent, the number of stitches decreased per row/round should stay the same (4.32 sts per row on average in stocking stitch) yet in practice, I have found that anything up to 6 sts per round works well, too, even for stocking stitch. This is largely due to the larger area and the ability to block out smoothly.
Turning a circle into a cone
Having determined how many stitches on average we need to decrease across a set number of rows to make a crown flat, we can now think about what happens if we reduce or increase the decrease ratio (i.e. decrease more or less stitches than the beanie examples gave us).
If we increase the number of stitches we decrease, i.e. work fewer rows and on average decrease more per row/round, then we will head towards a gathered finish as the radius of the circle is rapidly shortened. If we reduce the number of stitches we decrease on average, and work more rows/rounds into the crown, then the radius lengthens, and creates a cone – this is how we create a pixie hat.
With a pixie hat, the number of rows/rounds we decrease over is increased, and what was the radius of the circle now becomes the slant height (or angled edge) of the cone.
The circumference of the hat has the same properties, but as a cone is essentially an incomplete circle, the circumference of the hat would equate to the arc of the cone (if we were considering this cone as a flat construct).
The slant height of the cone is an important factor, as that determines the overall length of the hat from the cast-on edge. The actual height of the cone tells us how high the hat is through the centre, and that requires a bit more maths. However to simplify things, you can simply add more non-decrease rows/rounds to the numbers that a beanie formula gives you – the more plain rounds you add, the taller your hat will be.
One final thing to bear in mind when designing pixie hats: the length of the body doesn't need to be as long, as head will sit higher in the crown. You will still get that lovely pixie finish, but it is better supported (i.e. it will stand up straight rather than flop over!) if the crown shaping is started a little sooner.
Woolly Wormhead is a 'hat architect' with an instinctive flair for unusual construction and a passion for innovation, whose patterns are trusted and celebrated by knitters all over the world. You can find all her hat designs at www.woollywormhead.com


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SPECIAL REPORT - Killer optics: Exports of WESCAM sensors to Turkey
By Kelsey Gallagher
Download Project Ploughshares Special Report, "Killer Optics: Exports of WESCAM sensors to Turkey - a litmus test of Canada's compliance with the Arms Trade Treaty".
L3Harris WESCAM, the Canadian subsidiary of U.S. defence giant L3Harris, is one of the world's leading producers and exporters of Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) imaging and targeting sensor systems, with approximately 500-million CAD in annual exports. WESCAM is located in Burlington, Ontario.
View a Four Page Summary of the Report
Like most Canadian-based weapons manufacturers, WESCAM exports most of what it produces. Its products are used in more than 80 countries on more than 190 platforms, primarily to perform intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR).
Since 2017, Turkey has been a major customer for WESCAM products, second only to the United States. During this time, the Turkish military has not only been active in trying to put down an insurgency in southeast Turkey, but has become increasingly involved in armed conflicts in Syria, Iraq, and Libya.
Based on an analysis of Canada's international obligations, domestic arms controls, and an evaluation of Turkey's recent conduct during warfare, Canada's export of WESCAM sensors to Turkey poses a substantial risk of facilitating human suffering, including violations of human rights and international humanitarian law. Canadian officials are obligated by international and Canadian law to mitigate the risks of such transfers, including through the denial of export permits, when such risks are apparent from the outset—which appears to be the case with WESCAM exports to Turkey.
Project Ploughshares has collected evidence in government and public records, media reports, academic sources, accounts from credible human-rights monitors, and open-source data that strongly indicates that WESCAM EO/IR sensors, mounted on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), have been used extensively by Turkey in its recent military activities. Such use raises serious red flags, as it has been alleged that Turkey's military has committed serious breaches of international humanitarian law (IHL) and other violations, particularly when conducting airstrikes.
It appears that Turkey has also exported UAVs equipped with WESCAM sensors to armed groups in Libya, a blatant breach of the nearly decade-old UN arms embargo.
The dramatic rise in exports of WESCAM systems to Turkey has persisted despite Canada's 2019 accession to the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), the first binding framework that aims to regulate the international trade and transfer of weapons, and reduce the human suffering posed by their proliferation. The export of WESCAM sensors to Turkey constitutes a troubling case study of the way in which Canada is complying with its obligations under the ATT. If they are an indication of future Canadian practice in authorizing arms exports, the outlook is hardly promising.

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Travis Scott Net Worth – How Rich is Kylie Jenner's Boyfriend?
No matter what critics or general music fans say about him, Travis Scott is undeniably one of the most successful artists in the modern hip-hop scene. He is a rapper, singer, producer, and songwriter. His bestselling projects include Astroworld, Rodeo, and Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight. As of 2023, Travis Scott has a net worth of $60 million.
Travis Scott's real name is Jacques Bermon Webster II. He was born on April 30, 1991, in Houston, Texas and spent his early years being raised by his grandmother in South Park.
He witnessed a lot of crime from a young age. When he turned six, he moved in with his parents in Missouri City, Texas. His mother was an Apple employee. His father was a businessman, jazz composer, and soul musician.
Jacques went to Elkins High School, where he was a member of the musical theater. He subsequently went to the University of Texas at San Antonio but dropped out after his first year.
Career Beginnings
While still in school, Webster pursued music under his initial moniker, Travis Scott. He established a duo called "The Graduates with his old buddy Chris Holloway". They dropped their first EP on Myspace in 2008.
In 2009, he became a part of a new duo named "The Classmates with OG Chess". They released two projects before breaking up in 2012. After quitting college, he went to New York in hopes of improving his career.
After four months, he relocated to Los Angeles, California, and then back to his parents' place in Houston. Travis struggled a lot until famed rapper T.I. heard one of his productions and contacted him.
Gaining Success
After being delayed for a year, Scott's debut solo mixtape, Owl Pharaoh, was released in 2013. Two years later, his debut studio album, Rodeo, was published and became number three on the United States Billboard 200.
His first Billboard 200 number one album is his second one, Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight. This helped him ink a contract with Universal Music Publishing Group.
Since then, Travis continued to gain popularity and accolades in the music industry. He also had other ventures, including collaborations with Nike, PlayStation, and McDonald's. He also had a 2019 Netflix documentary titled "Look Mom I Can Fly."
Scott earned $20 million from 2017 to 2018 through tours, album sales, and his Nike sponsorship deal. The Houston-born rapper collected $60 million from 2018 to 2019.
One of his most commercially successful projects, Astroworld, grossed $65 million. He gained $40 million between 2019 and 2020. This, and his various partnership contracts, gave him a $60 million fortune.
Travis Scott's most public relationship is with the reality television star Kylie Jenner. They started being linked together in 2017 and had their first child, Stormi, a year later.
Before Travis met Kylie Jenner, he reportedly had a net worth of $8 million. They briefly broke up in 2019, but they ultimately fixed their relationship. In 2022, they had their second baby, Wolf.


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Bush vetoes embryonic stem-cell bill
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- President Bush used his veto power Wednesday for the first time since taking office 5 1/2 years ago, saying that an embryonic stem-cell research bill "crossed a moral boundary."
The bill, which the Senate passed Tuesday, 63-37, would have loosened the restrictions on federal funding for stem-cell research.
House Republican leaders tried Wednesday evening to override the veto, but that vote was 235 to 193, short of the necessary two-thirds majority.
"This bill would support the taking of innocent human life in the hope of finding medical benefits for others," Bush said Wednesday afternoon. "It crosses a moral boundary that our decent society needs to respect. So I vetoed it." (Watch as Bush says the bill 'crosses a moral boundary' -- 2:04)
Attending the White House event were a group of families with children who were born from "adopted" frozen embryos that had been left unused at fertility clinics.
"These boys and girls are not spare parts," he said of the children in the audience. "They remind us of what is lost when embryos are destroyed in the name of research. They remind us that we all begin our lives as a small collection of cells."
The measure, which the House of Representatives passed in May 2005, allows couples who have had embryos frozen for fertility treatments to donate them to researchers rather than let them be destroyed.
Bush said, "If this bill were to become law, American taxpayers would, for the first time in our history, be compelled to fund the deliberate destruction of human embryos, and I'm not going to allow it."
In August 2001, Bush announced that his administration would allow federal funding only for research on about 60 stem-cell lines that existed at the time. Researchers have since found that many of those lines are contaminated and unusable for research.
Scientists say stem cells could be a renewable source of replacement cells and tissues to treat Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, spinal cord injuries, diabetes, strokes, burns and more.
The issue has split the Republican Party, with Bush siding with the Catholic Church and social conservatives against the GOP's more moderate voices. (Watch how the issue pits Bush against some Republicans -- 1:30)
The Senate bill's principal sponsor, Sen. Arlen Specter, R-Pennsylvania, who recently survived a brush with cancer, was joined by Majority Leader Bill Frist, R-Tennessee, a physician who argued that Bush's policy is too restrictive.
"I am pro-life, but I disagree with the president's decision to veto the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act," Frist said in a statement. "Given the potential of this research and the limitations of the existing lines eligible for federally funded research, I think additional lines should be made available."
Also in a statement, Lawrence T. Smith, chairman of the American Diabetes Association, called the veto "a devastating setback for the 20.8 million American children and adults with diabetes -- and those who love and care for them."
Opponents argue that other alternatives, such as adult stem cells, are available. Two companion bills -- one to promote alternative means of developing stem-cell lines from sources such as placental blood and another to ban the commercial production of human fetal tissue, also known as "fetal farming" -- passed the Senate in 100-0 votes.
On Tuesday evening, the House approved the "fetal farming" bill 425-0 but didn't pass the measure promoting alternative stem-cell sources when backers failed to achieve the two-thirds majority that House rules required. The vote on the alternative-sources bill was 273-154.
Bush signed the "fetal farming" legislation and urged Congress to fund alternative research.
"I'm disappointed that the House failed to authorize funding for this vital and ethical research," he said. "It makes no sense to say that you're in favor of finding cures for terrible diseases as quickly as possible and then block a bill that would authorize funding for promising and ethical stem-cell research."
A House GOP aide said that the leadership would bring the funding bill back to the floor at another time under a different set of rules that would require a simple majority to pass the measure.
CNN's Dana Bash and Deirdre Walsh contributed to this report.
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Elitist Economists, Immigration, And The American Future
Economist Bryan Caplan [email him], an associate professor at George Mason U., a commuter school in suburban Virginia, has been getting a lot of good press for his recent book The Myth of the Rational Voter: Why Democracies Choose Bad Policies which argues that voters should have less power because they make bad decisions compared to experts—such as (to pick a random example) economists.
Thus Caplan wrote in the online journal of the libertarian-turned-Beltway-Establishment-wannabe Cato Institute:
"Consider the case of immigration policy. Economists are vastly more optimistic about its economic effects than the general public. The Survey of Americans and Economists on the Economy asks respondents to say whether 'too many immigrants' is a major, minor, or non-reason why the economy is not doing better than it is. 47% of non-economists think it is a major reason; 80% of economists think it is not a reason at all."[The Myth of the Rational Voter, November 6th, 2006]
This is a particularly foolish argument—because, of course, immigration is the single political issue on which the American elite most gets its way over the American people.
And Caplan's belief that "experts" should be deferred to on the wisdom of open borders is even more self-contradictory because the vast majority of economists surveyed are not at all experts on immigration. The true expert economists on immigration, such as labor economist George Borjas of Harvard, tend to be very dubious indeed about the economic benefits of our current policy—much less about the benefits of more unskilled immigration.
Caplan himself has displayed over the years on his blog little awareness of objective facts about immigration. He does, however, possess an unmistakably dogmatic faith in the theories of the late Julian Simon about how immigration ought to be benefiting us.
I was reminded of this remarkable imbalance in empirical knowledge between the two sides in the immigration debates while reading Immigration and the American Future, edited by long-time VDARE.com contributor Chilton Williamson, Jr., a fact-crammed collection of 14 essays from Chronicles Press, which is affiliated with Chronicles: A Magazine of American Culture of Rockford, Illinois. [VDARE.com note: Chronicles fans will prefer to buy through the magazine].
In this book Professor Borjas is himself represented by a long interview with VDARE.COM editor Peter Brimelow. The two veteran students of economics share a laugh over how the opinion divide on immigration policy between the rich and the rest can be explained by an old economic concept that Dr. Caplan has overlooked: class self-interest.
Borjas: "Who exactly is lobbying for guest workers? Is it you and me? No, it's employers, right? Why would employers tend to go to Washington and expend their resources lobbying for something that doesn't benefit them?
Brimelow: "It can all be explained in rather crass Marxist terms, can't it? The class analysis works.
Borjas: "Of course! Of course! The Marxist analysis works."
In other words, pro-immigration arguments are so shameless and stupid that they are rehabilitating the reputation of Karl Marx.
Williamson's new book includes three other essays on economics: by Rockford Institute chairman David A. Hartman, VDARE.COM's Edwin S. Rubenstein, and from James A. Bernsen and the Lone Star Foundation on the costs of illegal immigration to Texas. Each economics chapter is beautifully illustrated with very clear graphs and data tables. Reading any of them would likely double the sum total of the average economist's objective knowledge about immigration.
Yet economics is only one aspect of the immigration quandary. As Thomas Fleming, editor of Chronicles recalls in his chapter "Up Mexico Way":
"Some years ago, when I began speaking and writing on the immigration question, I ran into trouble very quickly. So long as I was content to quotes George Borjas's and Donald Huddle's statistics on the economic impact of immigration, my arguments were treated politely by advocates on both sides, but when I made the mistake of raising the question of culture, of the kind of country that America would be turned into by mass immigration, I was informed by opponents of unrestricted immigration that anyone who raised the cultural question would be accused of bigotry. How convenient, I thought."
Fleming offers an informative contrast between American culture and Mexican culture and how they are amalgamating, focusing on the border cities of El Paso and Ciudad Juarez, where so many women have been murdered. Fleming, a resident of the upper Midwest, is particularly struck by the traditional Mexican love of violence, which has long been reflected across the border in Texas, scene of brutal Cormac McCarthy border novels such as No Country for Old Men and All the Pretty Horses.
Indeed, southern Arizona journalist Gregory McNamee's chapter on the environmental impact of immigration reads rather like a McCarthy novel. He describes a member of the Tohono O'odham (a.k.a. Papago) Nation (which has long protested how the constant flow of illegal immigrants degrades their land along 70 miles of border) who works "cutting for sign" for an elite unit of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Service known as the Shadow Wolves:
"The tracker kneels in the middle of the dry desert wash, looking intently at the sandy, rock-strewn floor. The earth bears faint impressions of many kinds… A few hours ago, before dawn, two men came this way, heading south. More men passed, heading north. Many more."
"Greetings from Ground Zero" by Steven Greenhut of the Orange County Register assesses immigration from a more urban perspective, that of Southern California. He notes that this market of 17 million people lost its only country music radio station in late 2006, when KZLA switched to an "urban" format specializing in quasi-music like the Black Eyed Peas rap travesty "My Humps".
The good news is that SoCal now has a country radio station again: 105.1 FM. The bad news is that. to become the new country station, 105.1 stopped being LA's only commercial FM classical station.
On the political side, Peter Brimelow has a second chapter analyzing Big Business's love affair with immigration "as a savage attack by the American rich on the American poor (and middle class), by American capitalists on the living standards of the American working class."
But he goes on to explain:
"The business elite is surprisingly flexible over time… It just wants to be left alone. So it sometimes responds very quickly to friendly hints dropped by politicians… In the 30-year struggle that culminated in the legislated cutoff of the last Great Wave of immigration in the 1920s, it was the business elite's fear of mounting social disorder that caused it to change sides. The scars from the little-remembered anarchist bombing outside J.P. Morgan, Inc. on September 16, 1920, which killed 33 people and injured 400 are still visible on the façade of 23 Wall Street."
The crime was never solved. The Italian immigrant chief suspect fled back to his homeland. But business had learned (temporarily, at least) that cheap labor could be expensive.
There's a lot to be learned. And Immigration and the American Future is a good place to start.
[Steve Sailer (email him) is founder of the Human Biodiversity Institute and movie critic for The American Conservative. His website www.iSteve.blogspot.com features his daily blog.]


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Tasmania's home building pipeline looks to be shrinking despite record population levels and a shortage of rental accommodation in parts of the state. Dwelling approvals by Tasmanian councils decreased for a sixth successive month in trend terms in June, the Australian Bureau of Statistics estimated. Approvals dropped by nine to 228 compared to May and were down by 20 per cent compared to December, which was the most recent month of growth. December was the state's strongest month for approvals since 2009. Monthly approvals dropped as low as the 1500s in some months in 2016. Victoria, Queensland and the Northern Territory were the only jurisdictions with approvals growth in June. Home lending weakened slightly in Tasmania in recent months. Housing finance commitments for owner-occupation (including refinancing) decreased by 0.1 per cent in May in trend terms, the ABS estimated. They were down 3.1 per cent compared to May 2018 and had been on the slide for several months after strong growth in 2018. It was not yet clear what the federal election result from May would mean for home borrowing, but any effect should wash into the figures in coming months. There were reports of a big increase in property market inquiries in Tasmania after the election. In mid-July, Tasmanian-based lender Bank of us said: "We have not seen any significant increase or decrease in volumes as a result of the election, although July numbers are looking strong, which may be a result of consumer confidence post-election." Housing starts in the March quarter increased by 3.6 per cent to 784.
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Tasmania's home building pipeline looks to be shrinking
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Tasmania's home building pipeline looks to be shrinking despite record population levels and a shortage of rental accommodation in parts of the state.
Dwelling approvals by Tasmanian councils decreased for a sixth successive month in trend terms in June, the Australian Bureau of Statistics estimated.
Approvals dropped by nine to 228 compared to May and were down by 20 per cent compared to December, which was the most recent month of growth.
December was the state's strongest month for approvals since 2009.
Monthly approvals dropped as low as the 1500s in some months in 2016.
Victoria, Queensland and the Northern Territory were the only jurisdictions with approvals growth in June.
Home lending weakened slightly in Tasmania in recent months.
Housing finance commitments for owner-occupation (including refinancing) decreased by 0.1 per cent in May in trend terms, the ABS estimated.
They were down 3.1 per cent compared to May 2018 and had been on the slide for several months after strong growth in 2018.
It was not yet clear what the federal election result from May would mean for home borrowing, but any effect should wash into the figures in coming months.
There were reports of a big increase in property market inquiries in Tasmania after the election.
In mid-July, Tasmanian-based lender Bank of us said: "We have not seen any significant increase or decrease in volumes as a result of the election, although July numbers are looking strong, which may be a result of consumer confidence post-election."
Housing starts in the March quarter increased by 3.6 per cent to 784.
This story Tasmania's home building pipeline looks to be shrinking first appeared on The Advocate.


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Avoid these traps some CEOs fall into during tough times
by Howard H. Yu Published 6 December 2022 in Brain circuits • 2 min read
Don't let the pressure of volatile markets push you into one of these possible leadership traps. Instead, focus on the future.
Pressure on the markets translates to more pressure on CEOs. A company's top executive is expected to act like the captain of a ship, steering through turbulent waters while keeping the passengers calm. Nervous shareholders want reassurance, which can make falling into one of these traps all too easy.
Do not retrench.
It's tempting to fall into a protection mindset when times are tough, but this is the exact opposite of what needs to be done. Scaling back as a reaction to a tough market means you will lose key capabilities in the future. Instead, focus on heading in a direction that will provide growth.
Do not cut back on R&D and capability building.
Often, executives look at research and development as an area to scale back on when the company is struggling – but the new innovations coming out of this area could be what the company needs to survive. Rather than protecting a company, cuts in this area could make you more vulnerable.
Don't lose focus on the future.
It may not feel that way initially, but when times get tough it is a good time to evaluate what could give your company an edge in the future. Now is the time to see if you need to pivot to a new strategy or product line. Have you considered the growing trends towards ESG and DEI? This is a great time to look for opportunities.
Don't be afraid to learn from your peers.
You're not going to get everything correct all the time. Sometimes your peers will come up with an idea that you missed. Don't be afraid to study their business models and see where it can be applied, possibly more effectively, to your company.
Don't forget to communicate your vision of opportunities with shareholders.
Shareholders are understandably nervous when markets are in turmoil. As you plan to pivot to what's next, it's important to communicate what you see as the capabilities that will drive the company in the future. When you redefine your KPIs, make sure both internal and external shareholders understand the vision. Build your message around your new KPIs and give shareholders solid evidence that the company is on track.
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Half way there: Men's soccer midseason review
Sergio Portela|October 14, 2014
SF State Gator forward Cameron DeJong, # 16, volleys the ball out of the air away from advancing Cal State East Bay players, Kellen Crow, #15, and Arthur Ethel, #3, at Cox Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014.
SF State Gator forward Cameron DeJong, # 16, volleys the ball out of the air away from advancing Cal State East Bay players, Kellen Crow, #15, and Arthur Ethel, #3, at Cox Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014. Sara Gobets / Xpress.
SF State men's soccer team had the best start to a season in 34 years, but the team is going in the wrong direction after four straight losses.
Their overall success this year can be attributed to new head coach Matt Barnes, who has his team poised and ready to compete every night. Barnes is fiery when needed and is known by players to inspire them when they need to pull out close games.
"For us to come in and do something that hasn't happened in 34 years, I'm really proud about that but it doesn't help us win any matches," Barnes said. "So we talked about it a little bit but we have some work to do to get better."
The team's formula for success this season is their primary focus on defense, according to Barnes. By defending well, the Gators create more scoring opportunities and outlast opponents in the second half.
"We try and defend first this year as games loosen up and our fitness is high," said Barnes. "I think what you see so much in the second half isn't really a tactical adjustment, it is just our guys having consistent energy throughout 90 minutes and even into overtime."
The problem with the Gators is their lack of a quality scorer who can put up points when the opportunity presents itself. The team would be undefeated if someone could finish consistently, Barnes said.
"We have a great team," captain Kevin Johnson said. "We have subs out here that can come in and kill the game for us. It's just great to have a nice team like that."
The team is strongest at home, going undefeated after six games and only tying twice. However, the team is different on the road, where it struggles from injuries to the Gator's backline, specifically Senior Hayden Roberts.
"The injury bug bit us a little bit, (and) we think Hayden may be out for the weekend," Barnes said before the team's 0-2 finish in Los Angeles. "That's a big loss for us. He's been tremendous in the middle of the park and on the backline when he plays there."
The team is hoping to get back to their winning ways as they return home this week.
"It doesn't stop here, we got to keep going," said freshman Adam Lenth. "Hopefully we end up in the playoffs this year."
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Puppy mills are horrid, disgusting facilities where dogs are bred for puppies which are then sold. The breeding methods are often inhumane and frequent. It's a horrible practice that needs to stop.
A beautiful little dog named Bella spent 12 years of her life in a facility just like the one mentioned. It's a life that no little dog should ever live. She was finally discovered by rescue volunteers from Bianca Associado, in Portugal.
The rescuers were absolutely shocked at her condition and the environment that she had been living in for so long. The elderly dog had spent her entire life in the cage, never knowing anything else at all.
The poor girl spent 12 years birthing litter after litter. The sweet dog had never once seen the sunlight and had never known what it's like to run outside and play. In fact, her muscles had begun to deteriorate. She could hardly walk.
Bella was in terrible shape and was suffering from a multitude of issues including glaucoma, ingrown nails, and parasites. The rescue group needed to take immediate action to get her medical attention.
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There is a new video up on the ArenaNet blog that displays Daniel Dociu's concept art for GW2. It takes you through various landscapes and how it was drawn in concept. Concept Art is used by game developers to base the game models off of and used for promotional purposes to promote a game before launch. Daniel Dociu makes some of the best concept art I've ever seen around and it's worth a look at.
Click here to view the video over at ArenaNet's blog.


The Florida Keys, dubbed the "American Caribbean," is an archipelago off the southernmost tip of Florida stretching between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Unlike mainland Florida, the islands of the Keys have a true tropical climate, with hot, humid, rainy summers and somewhat drier, warm winters. In other words, it's snake paradise. Of the 46 snake species native to Florida, almost half inhabit the Keys. Further, scientists have recently noted an influx of non-native invasive species.
Terrestrial snakes are the most numerous species in the Florida Keys, inhabiting forests, pine lands, dense waterside vegetation, mangrove thickets and gardens. Most are nonvenomous, although all are capable of inflicting painful bites if threatened. Red corn snakes are tan, brown or orange with bright red-orange blotches outlined in black. Excellent climbers, they're often found in trees, residential barns or attics. Rough green snakes are slim reptiles with bright green bodies and yellow-white bellies. They favor moist, densely vegetated areas, where they feast on caterpillars, spiders, insects and treefrogs. Other common terrestrial snakes include black racers, scarlet king snakes, Florida brown snakes, eastern indigo snakes and ring-necked snakes.
Three species of water snakes are native to the Florida Keys. All are nonvenomous. They enjoy similar diets of aquatic lifeforms like fish, tadpoles, frogs and salamanders. Southern or banded water snakes are yellow-tan to gray-brown with brown banding. They favor freshwater lakes, ponds, marshes and swamps. Salt marsh water snakes occur in gray with brown stripes, or in solid black, red-orange or olive-brown. Only the solid-colored species live in the Keys, inhabiting brackish and salt water marshes, tidal flats and mangrove swamps. Florida green water snakes are solid brown or dark olive with pale bellies. Although occasionally found in brackish marshes, they typically inhabit freshwater habitats surrounded by dense vegetation.
Four venomous snakes haunt the Florida Keys. Cottonmouths inhabit coastal marshes, swamps, lakes and wet prairies. These thick-bodied pit vipers are typically red-brown, gray-brown or black. Juveniles have dark bands that fade with age. Distinctly marked by red, yellow and black bands, coral snakes inhabit dry pinewoods or hardwood hammocks. They spend most of their time hiding underground or in ground litter. Eastern diamondback rattlesnakes are gray, tan or brown, marked with rows of distinct, cream-lined diamond shapes. Their tails are tipped with large rattles. They inhabit dry forested areas, avoiding wet swamp and marsh regions. Pygmy rattlesnakes have thick, gray bodies with dark gray, black and red splotches. Their tails are tipped with small rattles. They occur in a variety of habitats from dry forests to marshlands and are the most commonly encountered venomous snake in urbanized or residential areas.
According to the Fort Collins Science Center website, scientists have recently noted the presence of several non-native, invasive snake species in southern Florida. Invasive populations typically occur when pet snakes escape or are illegally released. Problems arise when these non-native snakes begin to breed and establish large populations. They can spread disease to native species, pets and humans, use up natural resources and prey upon native species. Three invasive species have been observed in the Florida Keys: red-tailed boa constrictors, Brahminy blind snakes and Burmese pythons.
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Dali Mpofu's condition improving, says wife
"He's in a stable condition and improving," Mpumi Mpofu said, but added that it was not yet known when he would be released from the East London hospital where he was recovering.
Brigadier Miranda Mills said no arrests had been made. "A normal investigation is continuing," she said.
Mpofu, who is representing miners involved in last year's police shootings in Marikana, North West, was attacked by two people while walking on a beach in East London on Thursday.
He was stabbed in the upper and lower body.
The former SABC CEO was believed to be on a short break before the Farlam Commission of Inquiry into the Marikana shootings resumes this week.
The commission is hoping to continue as planned, following the attack.
"We are engaging the legal teams where Mr Dali Mpofu works from," said Tshepo Mahlangu.
Options being explored include the possibility of Mpofu's team putting someone else in his place while he recovers, or for retired judge Ian Farlam and the evidence leaders to meet to see whether the sequence of the inquiry's programme can be changed.
"The commission has to continue," said Mahlangu. "We can't afford anymore delays."
Mahlangu said the commission was shocked and saddened by the attack on Mpofu.
"He is an important member of the commission, playing a very important role. We want to wish him a speedy recovery."
Mahlangu said the commission did not see a link between its work and the attack on Mpofu.
"Not at all. The police have said very clearly that it is robbery. There is no information that we have that seeks to suggest otherwise," he said.
He was walking along the beachfront on Thursday when a group of men confronted him, took his cellphone and stabbed him several times. He was in a stable condition in hospital.
Provincial police spokesperson Colonel Sibongile Soci said Mpofu was a victim of a mugging at the beach between Eastern Beach and Nahoon Reef in East London.
"It is alleged that he was attacked by two assailants and was robbed of his personal belongings. He sustained stab wounds to the upper and lower body, and was rushed to a hospital in East London. He is in a serious but stable condition," said Soci. "SAPS Detectives were summoned to the scene and are investigating a case of assault with the intent to do grievous bodily harm and robbery. No arrests have been made as yet."
Mpofu's role in the Marikana commission – where he is representing families of the 34 slain miners and arrested mineworkers – and his representation of the ANC Youth League's president Julius Malema during the ANC's disciplinary hearings angered many inside and outside the ANC.
At the beginning of the Farlam Commission of Inquiry late last year, Mpofu revealed that ANC deputy president and business tycoon Cyril Ramaphosa said in an email exchange between Lonmin management and government officials on the eve of the Marikana shooting that a 'concomitant action' was needed in order to address the illegal strike.
Mpofu is also the former chief executive of the SABC. Mpofu was paid R11-million to walk away from his job after a bitter fued arose between him, then-SABC board chairperson Khanyi Mkhonza Snuki Zikalala, whose contract as head of news and current affairs ended in April 2009.
Mpofu took the SABC to court after he was suspended for suspending Zikalala. Mpofu accused Zikalala of leaking confidential documents to other media outlets.
But, the board then suspended Mpofu saying he had no authority to suspend Zikalala. – Sapa
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Paul A. Wong, 100, of Honolulu, a retired Aina Haina Post Office supervisor and a Navy veteran who served during World War II, died in Maunalani Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by sons Paul B. and Peter C., daughter Paula A. Sumida, sister Eileen Mow, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation: 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Diamond Head Mortuary. Services: 11:30 a.m. Graveside services: 12:45 p.m. at Diamond Head Memorial Park. Casual attire.


Marc, the image hasn't been resized at all. Its just cropped to the proportions that the upload manager required (600x900).
Are you sure? Look at the second shot.
You said you shot at the largest JPEG size.
If that was the case and you said you just cropped it, the original would have had like 8 other people on either side of the bride and groom.
Nope, they were all alone, but it was a far away shot.
Here's the 2nd picture, the original full sized image (as opposed to cropped, this one is resized to fit the file size requirements here).
I'd concentrate more on the LIGHTING aspect. You completely blew out the side of the groom's face. Is this the best location you could find?
Wasn't the only place, and surely not the only picture taken - there were plenty others to use that the lighting was good - the purpose in this picture is the sharpness (see, I didn't use "crisp"!! ) and not the lighting. I was just trying to find pictures from the bunch taken that demonstrated the sharpness issue I've been noticing wide open on my 18-55mm.
The day was extremely bright and we got as many as we could in the shade places. We tried several spots to get out of the sun, and to mix up the scenery since the majority of shots were in the only 2 shady spots.
It's really small, but it appears that the focus might be on the bush/shrub to the left of the bride. That would surely cause the subjects to not be sharp. Can you see if ANY area of the photo is sharp?
Are you explicitly selecting the focus point?
Where in PA are you? I'm in the Valley Forge area. I used an *ist DS and upgraded to a K10D before switching to another brand.
No, nothing is really "sharp". The leaves are about as sharp as the bride/groom. This has been the problem I am noticing when I go wide on this lens. Now if I come in closer to 28mm up to 55mm, the image is sharp. When I'm wide like this, the entire image seems soft. I'm using the center focus on my settings. Should I maybe not use center? Should I use auto?
I just wonder if it is a lens limitation, or a user limitation.
I'm in Pittsburgh PA (or close to it).
What are you shooting with now?
Don't use "AUTO", that is telling the camera "I don't care where you focus, it's up to you. If you don't read my mind and focus on the subject, I won't complain"
I now shoot with a Canon 40D and 450D, a 24-70L f/2.8, 70-200L f/4 IS, 85mm f/1.8, Sigma 10-20mm, 30mm f/1.4, and the Canon 430EXII and 580EXII.
Oh, and I have a 100-400L, but that's just my "for fun" lens.
Probably both. The kit lens is rather limited, but you should be able to get better results from it than this. Was the camera on a tripod? Did you shoot it wide open? It takes a bit of skill to tease out whatever sharpness exists in that kit lens. However, if you're really serious about shooting weddings, you're going to need better glass. The 16-45/4 would shine in the portrait shown above.
Incidentally, I also agree that the lighting is not optimal in that photo.


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She was slightly tachypneic but not in any acute respiratory stress. Recurrence is common in subsequent pregnancy [ 4 ], and a genetic basis for the disease has been posited [ 56 ] and so has implications for family planning.
Chih Mun Wong has critically reviewed paper.
Ethical Approval Informed consent has been obtained from the women described for publication of this case series. Antibiotic therapy was discontinued while the diuretics were continued. The disorder carries a high mortality rate. Table 1.
Acute heart failure and stable heart failure are managed quite differently. Conflict of Interests The authors declare that there is no conflict life without technology short essay interests regarding the publication of this paper.
Emergency Caesarean section was undertaken at 35 weeks for preeclamptic toxaemia, following which she was discharged home on day 4.
She was supported by an intra-aortic balloon pump, which was successfully weaned after 5 days. Other researchers further postulate medical job application letter PPCM may be an inflammatory response in pregnancy, citing an elevation of tumor necrosis factor-alpha and interleukin-6 levels. Background Student hostel business plan pdf cardiomyopathy PPCM is a rare form of heart failure of unknown cause with a reported incidence of 1 per to 1 per live births.
Further research is needed to determine the true incidence of thromboemboli in PPCM. Very rarely, cardiac transplantation may be student hostel business plan pdf if intractable heart failure persists despite optimal medical treatment.
Discuss on Doctors. She had, remarkably, good cardiac function after explant. Case Four A year-old woman, with one previous pregnancy, gave birth by elective Caesarean section at 39 weeks to a live male.
On admission she was hypotensive 90 mmHg systolic blood pressurewith sinus tachycardia at bpm with a gallop and diffuse rales on lung auscultation.
Its incidence varies from 0. Hilfiker-Kleiner, M.
The drugs used are largely the same as those used for any other form of heart failure. The aetiology of PPCM is currently unclear, though this is currently the subject of much promising research, which may pave the way for novel approaches to treatment, which will be discussed later.
Our patient is multiparous and her clinical presentation occurred 5 months postpartum. And when it does occur, careful cardiac followup is essential. When PPCM is misdiagnosed or its diagnosis is delayed, the consequences for patients are deadly: She smoked 10 cigarettes a day; before this pregnancy she was smoking around 20 a day.


Up today I have a recipe that is easy, delicious and my favourite lunch to take into work.
This Italian style stew includes mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes, cannellini beans and olives amongst other ingredients to create a healthy, nourishing dish that works alone, as a side or with a chunk of sourdough (insert your favourite bread here).
What I love about this stew is that while it is very healthy, it feels like comfort food and what is better in Winter? This recipe uses a mix of things that are probably already in your cupboard as well as fresh ingredients from the fridge. Also, it's a vegan dish so can be enjoyed by everybody and will go down a treat if you're cooking for friends or family.
This recipe makes a lot of servings! I used mine for lunch 4 times this week and froze enough for 3 more.
Prepare ingredients – quarter mushrooms, half olives, slice garlic, dice onions, chops sun-dried tomatoes and artichokes into 3/4 pieces. Drain beans and artichokes (if using canned).
Heat 1 tbsp oil (I used rapeseed but whatever you prefer) in dish and cook mushrooms and olives until shiny. Using a spoon transfer these into a bowl for later.
Add 1 tsp oil back into dish and add onions and garlic, cook until onion is translucent and add artichokes, sundried tomato and tomato paste for 1 minute stirring frequently.
Add cannellini beans, sugar, 1 tsp of both oregano and thyme and salt and pepper and cook for a further minute stirring frequently so that herbs are distributed evenly.
Add chopped tomatoes and lemon juice, turn up heat and bring to the boil.
Once boiling turn down heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Enjoy these 20 minutes watching an episode of your favourite cartoon on Netflix, or eating, or reading. Whatever you fancy.
Stir dish and add spinach, mushrooms and olives and season. Cover again for 10 minutes.
This is one of those dishes that is delicious as first but tastes better the next day once all of the flavours have marinated together. I freeze portions as early as possible to ensure that it will taste great when I come to eat it. This stores in the fridge for 4 days in a kilner jar (or anything with a cover).
Let me know in the comments about your favourite packed lunches.


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... large lake in the center of Myeik.
Myeik, formerly known as Mergui, is the biggest town in Tanintharyi Division. "Beik" as the locals call their home inhabitants around 300.000 people. It has been a significant port town for centuries. First were people for India to trade with Myeik. Portuguese traders followed later in the 16th century. The town itself was for centuries under the rule of the Kingdom of Siam (Thailand). The book "Siamese White" from Maurice Collis describes the life of an English habour master in the late 17 century in Myeik serving the King of Siam. The Burmese King Alaungpaya reconquered Myeik in the late 18th century. It has been under British rule from 1826 to 1948.
Despite having no beaches Myeik is not lacking with charm. The Thein Daw Gyi Pagoda right in the middle of town offers a splendid panoramic view over the town and the islands. Walking along the streets and can be like on a farm as many goats, chicken, even cows, dogs and cats roaming around. The main attraction however will be you. Myeik has been cut off from the rest of Myanmar for very long time. Overland travel was prohibited and only possible with special permit. Locals were waiting for boats to run down the costs. The only way was flying. So be prepared for the many hellos and attempts of shaking hands.
Today Myeik trades with seafood, timber and rubber. The town is also a melting pot of many nations who settled here to make a living, mainly Burmese, Muslims, Hindus and Christian. Myeik will be the further gateway to the Mergui Archipelago as the Hotels and Restaurants in town already have a certain standard. The government is trying to put infrastructure in place on Kadan Island. The Singkhorn Pass between Myanmar and Thailand (Maw Daung / Prachuap Khiri Khan) could bring more visitors in no time. It is already open for Thai people.
Myeik can be reached by air from Yangon, Dawei and Kawthaung. It has road and sea connections.
Life Seeing tip #1: A stroll along the busy water front, where Burmese trying to get their belonging onto ferry boats to leave for the islands will catch every visitor's eye.
Life Seeing tip #2: A must see is the ship building yard, where the boats been built like in the old days. Take the time to watch over the shoulder of the workers. It is located on the South west end of the water front.
Restaurants are cleaner than street stalls. However most visitors say street food is fine to eat. All places are in walking distances for major hotels, but as taxis are cheap they can help you to find it quicker.
Sky Dining Hall on the rooftop of Hotel Grand Jade, open to public, cooks Chinese and Thai cuisine with the best view on Myeik. Wine and cocktails are available all night long.
Shwe Yar Su Restaurant – Chinese food restaurant with fresh seafood on display. Busy local beer station at the waterfront. Mingle with the locals.
Night market on the strand road – The cheapest option offers traditional Burmese curries, snacks and dessert. Just pick what you can see.
No. 1 Restaurant – Traditional Muslim / Hindu tea house with a lot of tasty curries (e.g. goat and beef) and dessert. Be aware they don't have a menu yet and ordering could be hard. No alcoholic beverages.


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Opinion: Mekong Faces Existential Water Security Issues
Christopher Chen
| Mon Mar 21, 2022 1:48 pm
A fishing boat drives across a section of the Mekong with protected deep pools and flooded forest habitats at Kampong Kbeung village in Kratie province. (Andy Ball)
Urbanization and degrading infrastructure is threatening to unravel the ecological and financial promise of the Mekong — including its supply of clean water.
Kenneth Stiller is a researcher at the University of Oxford. Kenneth holds a degree in Political Science and Economics from the University of Mannheim, Germany and was an Adam-von-Trott scholar at the University of Oxford, where he obtained a master's degree in International Relations, focusing on political economy and quantitative methods.
Across parts of Bangkok, people woke up to tap water so salty that it was unsafe to drink in February 2021. The government was powerless to even dilute the saline water — coming off the heels of Thailand's worst drought in 40 years, freshwater reserves were too scarce to be spared.
This is one of many examples of saline intrusions affecting states along the Mekong River. Low water discharge and low rainfall in the dry season results in backflow of saline water from the sea into the river, affecting agriculture, aquaculture, and livelihoods.
More than 70 million people depend on the Mekong River as a source of income and livelihood. Alongside saline intrusion, they face decreasing water levels and increased insecurity over water as the cumulative effects of climate change, dam development and environmental degradation set in.
While recent regional initiatives signify a push towards deeper engagement on the issue, the existential water security challenges in the Mekong-Lancang region are not being resolved fast enough to combat the damage being inflicted upon the region.
Soaring temperatures and volatile weather conditions are putting more pressure on dwindling water supplies in almost all Southeast Asian countries. Long-term forecasts predict more severe droughts in the future, risking further saline intrusion.
In Vietnam, the Mekong usually turns salty only for about a month each year. In recent years, farmers have dealt with salinity for at least four months at a time, a consequence of upstream dams, sand mining and climate change discharging lower amounts of freshwater into the delta. High salinity in the soil makes it impossible for crops and produce to survive, creating huge losses for farmers in the region.
Given that the majority of the southeast Asian region rely on agricultural production for their livelihoods, drought and water insecurity have a major impact on their lives.
On 12 November 2020, ASEAN member states adopted the first Declaration on the Strengthening of Adaptation to Drought. The declaration calls for substantial action, aimed at enhancing drought adaptation and mitigation capabilities in the region, as well as promoting a longer-term, more strategic approach toward drought management.
ASEAN launched a comprehensive regional plan of action on adaptation to drought on 14 October 2021. The plan seeks to find a sustainable way to manage droughts, preventing and mitigating its impacts on livelihoods, natural resources, the ecosystem, agriculture, energy and socio-economic development.
ASEAN hopes that these two documents will build coordination among the group and effectively address the impacts of drought. To deal with water security challenges in the Mekong, ASEAN has also formally engaged with the Mekong River Commission (MRC).
People with a stake in the Mekong have been collaborating to address water scarcity, water pollution, and other water-related disaster risks. They could learn from Singapore.
The Singapore Government's Four National Taps strategy (local catchment, imported water, Newater, desalinated water) has helped the country build a robust, diversified, and sustainable supply of water despite the country's high population density and lack of natural water resources.
Working with partners outside the region is also another potential way to tackle water insecurity. ASEAN can work towards fostering better ties with other regional blocs like the Pacific Islands Forum.
Southeast Asian states have a lot in common with Pacific Island states in terms of geographical and economic vulnerabilities. They all have a vested interest in addressing water security issues.
Christopher Chen is an Associate Research Fellow with the Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Programme, Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore.
Originally published under Creative Commons by 360info.
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MAY 7, 2001 VOLUME 8, NUMBER 45 Last week Elder Law Issues reported on Arizona's new "Beneficiary Deed" statute. A law passed by the Arizona legislature this year creates a new, simpler way to pass title to real property, without any requirement of probate and avoiding the cost of establishing a living trust. A number…
Arizona Legislature Adopts Real Estate "Beneficiary Deed"
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APRIL 16, 2001 VOLUME 8, NUMBER 42 Most professional observers agree that income tax avoidance schemes are on the rise. This may be because of a reduction in Internal Revenue Service personnel, or increasing public familiarity with trusts and other entities, or a fundamental shift in the levels of greed and gullibility on the part…
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Hey Everyone! I hope you're having a great week. I seem to be on a breakfast kick lately. I hope you don't mind. I've got the recipe for these decadent chocolate espresso waffles with caramelized bananas for you today. They're gluten free and almost vegan and so rich and moist and delicious. Enjoy!
Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend on high for 30-40 seconds, until completely smooth.
Preheat your waffle maker then lightly grease with coconut oil. Scoop a heaping 1/2 cup of batter into each quadrant of the waffle maker and close the lid. Cook for 2-3 minutes minutes or until the waffles are crisp. Repeat with the remaining batter.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bananas, cut side down, and fry for a few minutes. Meanwhile stir together the honey, cinnamon and vanilla. Drizzle the spiced honey into the skillet and allow it to bubble and coat the bananas. Cook for a few more minutes until the bananas are golden brown, then remove from the heat.
Serve the waffles topped with the caramelized bananas, peanut butter and maple syrup.


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Quarter has impact on Falcons
Eli Pace
What a difference a quarter can make. For the Crow Valley football team, a quick fourth would have made all the difference.Crow Valley's season fell just one quarter short of a Class 1A 6-Man first round playoff victory against Idalia on Saturday in Idalia.
Despite a two-point deficit at the beginning of the fourth quarter, Crow Valley couldn't stop Idalia's late-game 34-point scoring frenzy that ended Briggsdale's season. Despite the season-ending loss, there were some positives to the game.
Crow Valley improved from its first matchup with Idalia, which was a 54-8 blowout.
Although Crow Valley lost its second and more important meeting with Idalia, 61-31, the Falcons improved and nearly escaped with an upsetting victory, Crow Valley coach Scott Sullivan said.
Drew Sullivan carried the ball 17 times for 99 yards, while his cousin, Trevor Sullivan, threw 7-for-10 for 67 yards and rushed for another 156 yards on 15 carries. Although Drew will graduate this year, Trevor will return along with the rest of his team, minus senior Nathan Baxter. So a strong foundation of experience, which was lacking this year, will be poised for a strong comeback next year.
"The freshmen have as much experience (this year) as anybody because they were used to playing 6-man in junior high," Sullivan said. "We did a good job. At the beginning of the fourth quarter, we had the lead, but we just couldn't keep it."
Crow Valley finished one game under .500 with a 4-5 overall record and a 4-3 conference record.
So even though Briggsdale put away its pads, it eagerly awaits a chance to avenge its season-ending loss and prepare for a state run next year.
–	OVER TOO SOON … The season wasn't quite long enough for the No. 2 seed Pawnee volleyball team as it lost a heartbreaking, three-game match to the No. 7 seed Weldon Valley in the first round of district play.
"(The season) ended way before we wanted it to," Pawnee coach Tanya Wahlert said. "I didn't think that we were overlooking Weldon Valley, but we obviously did. They let us make the mistakes this time. We were playing the balls out of bounds and not playing the ones that were in, as well as making a number of service errors."
Although the season ended on a low note, the team compiled a record of 11-3 in conference, 13-7 overall, so the future of Pawnee volleyball looks bright. Pawnee returns five of its six starters, losing its leader in kills, Aharon Robertson, to graduation. Freshmen standouts Sarah Duggan and Jessie Nusbaum will be back for another run next year as will sophomores Tanna Nussbaum, Kate Shoemaker, Jacque Pebler and Stephanie Hauer. Juniors Jaimy Cass and Heather Light also will return.
–	REBUILDING YEAR … It looks as if this season might be a rebuilding year for the Pawnee boys basketball team."It's going to be a difficult year," Pawnee coach Rock Hodgson. "We're a young inexperienced team, but we'll get better as the year goes along."
Pawnee is hurting for experience on the court this year as it returns no starters. Ben Wolff, a 5-foot-9 guard, is the only Pawnee basketball player to return who has ever worn a varsity jersey.
–	FINISHED … With a 1-6 conference record, Dayspring's football season came to an end. Dayspring lost the final four of its regular season contests, crushing any postseason hopes.Dayspring spent the season as a team that started slow, getting outscored 105-61 in the first quarter. But with 1,793 total team rushing yards, Dayspring has a foundation to build on next year. Another positive: The Eagles outscored their opponents by a combined 89-67 in the fourth quarter alone. So while the Eagles had to hang up their helmets, they have high hopes next year's season will last longer.
Eli Pace is a part-time sportswriter for the Greeley Tribune. He can be reached at 352-0211, Ext. 221 or via e-mail at gtsports@greeleytrib.com.