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Cosplay isn't just about posing for photos at conventions anymore. Cosplayers are impressing fans and makers alike by constructing their own original costumes that include elaborate armor, movie-ready prosthetics, special effects makeup, and intimidating weaponry.
Our favorite cosplayers — some of the most talented in the world — share their design and fabrication processes, favorite moments, and inspiring advice for newbies hoping to transform themselves. If you're bummed Halloween only comes once a year, this might be the hobby for you.
After seeing Kiss on a reunion tour in high school, I decided I had to dress like Gene Simmons for Halloween. I went overboard on the costume — grease paint makeup, giant wig, cheesy toy guitar, the works.
I showed up at school that day and discovered a magical world where nobody recognized me and everyone smiled at me. They even gave me first prize in the costume contest. I was blown away. I was suddenly part of something bigger than myself. I found myself connecting with people effortlessly, and being funny, charming, confident, and amazing. Putting on a costume allowed me to put my fears aside and let my true self show through.
These days, all I want to do is dress up in costumes and bring people smiles. I started a small business in 2002 called Fire Pixie Entertainment, and after 15 years we've grown to a small empire of princesses, dancers, and performers of all types who go to parties and make people smile. The costumes are still the best part. It delights me every day that I can make a living, and provide jobs for artists in the San Francisco Bay Area, through cosplay.
What is your design and fabrication process when making a costume?
I write, diagram, and sketch out ideas until I just can't stand it anymore and I have to run into my shop and start tinkering. From there, each project is different and takes on its own life. I also love to travel and have the kind of adventures I read about as a kid. My favorite materials and costume elements come from these trips, and they add a strong element of truth and authenticity to the costumes I create. My favorite costumes rely on things like polished seashells from Hawaii, real pirate coins from Bermuda, raw silks from Thailand, and, most recently, a full reindeer pelt from Stockholm.
What kind of tech, tools and equipment do you prefer to use?
I come from a family of makers. My dad was an architect and builder, and my mom is an amazing woodworker, so I learned the value of having the right tool for the job pretty early on. I inherited my first sewing machine from my grandmother, and I have a love of tools of all kinds from both parents.
These days, I've got a delightful workshop populated with a good soldering iron, a sewing and embroidery machine, a quality serger, and a 3D printer. For all that, the tool I use most is probably my trusty hot glue gun.
What are your favorite costumes/pieces that you have made?
My favorite costumes are my mermaid tails. I have four full swimmable tails at the moment. I have two green "Ariel" tails, one "Elsa" cosplay tail with 3D printed snowflakes, and my own personal favorite: Mermaid Glimmer, the world's first swimming LED mermaid.
Mermaid Glimmer is done up all in white and purple, with plenty of lace and jewels. She has 225 addressable LED lights that animate in various patterns as I swim. The lights are controlled with Arduino, and the costume is bluetooth controllable. I wrote an Android app that can change and trigger the animations. I've also choreographed the lights to music and offer a swimming mermaid light show that's really unique and delicious.
Making costumes that light up underwater is hard. It took months and months of frustration and no less than three major rebuilds to get Mermaid Glimmer working reliably. I poured so much of my time, energy, money, and love into this project, and in return it taught me so much about electronics, building, and the sheer tenacity that comes with never giving up.
What has been your favorite moment/memory while cosplaying?
In 2013, I traveled with three other mermaids and photographers from Way Beyond Productions to Isla Mujeres in Mexico, off the coast of Cancun, to swim and do a photo shoot with migrating whale sharks. Underwater modeling is tricky: with no mask it's hard to see where anything is, and staying aware of facial expressions, body shape and breath control (we can't have bubbles in the shot!) is quite a feat. The photographers were working even harder, holding their breath for up to four minutes while swimming along chasing the mermaids and whale sharks. It was an experience I will never forget.
I've always got three or four projects in the pipeline. I document most of my cosplay projects on my blog, and put up a lot of tutorials at the Adafruit Learning Center. I've also got a video project coming up featuring Mermaid Glimmer swimming in underwater caves, so stay tuned.
Any advice for aspiring cosplayers?
Don't worry if your first attempt doesn't look the way it did in your head. Keep showing up, keep trying, and your maker skills will someday match your imagination.
My first "costume" was in 1996. I butchered some sweatpants to dress up as Haohmaru from Samurai Spirits. I later pulled out the costume when I went to my first convention in 1998. The convention bug bit me, and I attended them by participating in artist alleys. I began adding a prop or two as a display piece, and cosplayed if there was room to fit the costume in the suitcases. In 2004 I began doing commissions.
What's your process when making a costume?
I'll go through concept art and any other official images for reference. I'll sometimes make a hybrid of the design and sneak in personal touches.
I'll use Inkscape to create an orthographic drawing at full scale. If it needs to be sculpted, I'll just work from the reference images.
Additional sketches are done should the prop have special requirements, like the need to disassemble, safety, convention policies, weight, and other factors. Questions like "How quickly can I use the bathroom?" are also taken into consideration.
I have a laser cutter, and will cut some elements directly from the vector files. Most of the work is done using hand and power tools. A Dremel, jigsaw, and my belt sander are the most frequently used, and the detail work is done with hand carving, sculpting, and filing tools.
For smaller accessories and sculpting in general, my preference is polymer clay. It can be baked in a toaster oven, carved, drilled, added upon, re-baked multiple times, and polished to a shine. Most items get molded and cast in resin.
What has been your favorite cosplay moment?
Meeting people who tuned in to my streams, or used tutorials to help them are my favorite. Seeing that it actually helped someone makes it all worth it.
If you've never done a costume before, pick a smaller project that isn't too difficult. There are a ton of resources online. See if there are makerspaces or costuming groups that get together and build in your area.
In 2010, my friends were making a web series called There Will Be Brawl, which was a dark re-imagining of Nintendo's lore. They asked me if I wanted to play Malon (from Zelda: OoT) as a prostitute. The only correct answer to that question is yes. I threw together a Malon cosplay from thrift store items and my closet, and that was the beginning of the end.
I pick a costume based on my abilities and Frankenstein the whole thing. Every piece is planned — what materials, what process. It's all trial and error.
What kind of tech and equipment do you use?
I'm fairly low tech. You can make anything out of EVA foam.
I built a robot on top of a modded R/C car in a day. It wasn't perfect, but I was on a serious time crunch, as well as recovering from surgery.
Keep failing. That's like 70% of cosplay, and the other 30% is figuring out how to fix those mistakes. Embrace it, that's part of the fun of it!
I was first interested in cosplay when I was around 5 years old. My favorite costume was a green pillow I taped around my back — a Koopa from Super Mario Brothers. After that, I got into going to the Renaissance Faire as a Tiefling from D&D, and the rest is history.
I love to illustrate and do art, so I sort of take an artist's approach to cosplay. I don't like to replicate things, I like to make them my own and do my own spin on them. This may be using interesting and unique materials, to actually aging costumes in the dirt in my backyard. I love being messy when the costume requires it.
I use a lot of molding and casting; a lot of resin and cloth. I've made a few complicated mascot costumes from Animal Crossing (I love birds so I made Blathers and Brewster) and with those I had to challenge myself and do a lot of sewing on top of the foam fabrication. That was fun, but I like to stick to foam and clay.
My favorite costumes are those that I have a real emotional connection with. I loved being Commander Shepard because she was such a strong character. I've retired that costume, but my love of storytelling and characters is what drives me to cosplay. Right now my favorite costume is Strix — my Tiefling Sorcerer from Dungeons & Dragons.
Meeting other people who love the things you do. When I made a costume of the Lady of Pain from my favorite Dungeons & Dragons setting, one of the creators commented on my blog that I'd done the character justice. It has nothing to do with the likes, and everything to do with the spirit of why we create.
I'm going to actually be re-making my Strix costume for a big event coming up. I've been learning to wet felt, which is super exciting and interesting to me. I've also learned to felt my own witch hats (she has a witch hat) so I'm going to be making that by hand as well. I love learning cool techniques to make things look old.
Be true to yourself, ignore the drama and petty things that a large community comes with, and just make what feels good to you. Make anything, as long as you have passion and drive and kindness, people will come to you and love your work.
I got into cosplay after having a habit of making extravagant Halloween costumes. I was disappointed that I could only flex my creativity for this once a year, so cosplay was the answer.
I 3D model, 3D print, sew, paint, and do leatherwork for all of my costumes. 3D modeling and 3D printing are my favorite to make armor and props.
When I get to cosplay with my friends as characters from the same video game or series. It's best to cosplay with friends.
Take your time. It's okay to push your deadline to get it right.
When I was a kid my mom made the best costumes. I didn't know what cosplay was back then. Only in the last two years have I turned it into a full time job.
I'm known for my foam fabrication. I start with research and use 3D modeling to create templates, which I then convert into 2D patterns. I transfer that to the foam and put it all together like a puzzle.
A few years ago, I was asked to play Halo with a very sick young boy. It wasn't a huge event, it was just me dressed as a Spartan from Halo, meeting this wonderful family and playing a game we both loved. We had a great time. A few weeks later he passed away. That was hard, but the memory was one of the best I have while cosplaying.
My job is to create the amazing costumes that you see on the Freakinrad YouTube channel, Twitch, and various commercials. I'm working on a tutorial series about how to build the things we make, and to help people get started.
When you fail, you learn. As long as you keep trying you will succeed.
The first character that had me interested in cosplay was Anna Valerious from Van Helsing. I started with every maker's gateway drug: cardboard and foam. I started in 2012, and it brings me joy to introduce others to the chaos of making.
I'm a software developer so I practice project planning for work and for cosplay. I use Trello for my programming sprints, personal projects, and cosplay. I storyboard my cosplay projects into categories. I break down every piece think I'll need, document materials I've used, what worked, and what didn't.
I'm working on a Rufio cosplay and I used a laser cutter for some of the bamboo and leather pieces. I've utilized foam, Worbla, woodshop tools, blacksmith forge, 3D printing, molding and life casting, sewing, electronics, servo motors, and Lego. Each cosplay I have learned a new skill.
I was really proud of my sword scabbard I made for my Ciri cosplay. The base was cereal boxes. You don't have to spend lots of money to make something look great. Another was the Princess Hilda's staff. I designed the parts in Fusion 360, 3D printed the parts and electronics in two days. This was the first time I designed the CAD parts to fit my design, electronic components, and schematics. Previously, if I needed space, I'd make my design in Fusion 360 with a square or area big enough to shove all the wires and parts into to stay hidden.
We lost my mom to breast cancer. My dad filled the role as mom and dad. We have gone to conventions before, but last year he surprised me at a con and dressed up as Mario riding a blow-up Yoshi costume. My dad has always supported me.
Don't be afraid to be a beginner. I've learned to solve problems, and try new things, and along the way I've met some of the most passionate makers from around the world.
I started cosplay in 2013 when I visited my first comic con with a friend. I was in awe of all the cool costumes and wanted my own. As soon as I went home, I wanted to find out how much it would cost to buy an Iron Man suit, and it turned out it to be over £3,000! I dug deeper and found that a lot of people had just made their own. That was the point where it all kicked off.
Since most of my builds consist of some sort of armor, all I really do is cut up floor mats, glue them together and then paint it.
My set up is pretty simple. I have a desk, box cutter, glue, foam and a sander. You can find out more on my website.
Stop talking about your project and actually start!


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Masatada Ishii ( - Ishii Masatada; Ichihara, 1 de fevereiro de 1967) é um ex-futebolista e treinador de futebol japonês que atuava como meio-campista. Atualmente é técnico do Buriram United.

Carreira de jogador
Formado na Universidade Junkendo, Ishii assinou com o NTT Kanto (atual Omiya Ardija) em 1989, tendo disputado 43 partidas em 3 anos de clube.

Contratado em 1991 pelo Sumitomo Metals - embrião do Kashima Antlers - , que já contava com o consagrado brasileiro Zico em seu elenco, o meio-campista viveu sua melhor fase na carreira, atuando em 109 jogos e marcando 3 gols. Venceu ainda a J-League de 1996, a Supercopa, a Copa da Liga Japonesa e a Copa do Imperador de 1997. Em 1998, Ishii encerrou sua carreira de jogador no Avispa Fukuoka, onde disputou apenas um jogo.

Pós-aposentadoria
Depois que pendurou as chuteiras, Ishii voltou ao Kashima Antlers, desta vez para integrar a comissão técnica do clube, como preparador físico.

Em julho de 2015, com a demissão de Toninho Cerezo, foi promovido ao comando técnico do Antlers, sendo o primeiro treinador japonês do clube desde 1994 (Takashi Sekizuka chegou a exercer a função em 1998 e 1999, mas como interino), quando Masakatsu Miyamoto era o técnico da equipe. Seu primeiro título foi a Copa da Liga, obtida sobre o Gamba Osaka. Conquistou ainda a J-League de 2016 e ainda viu o Kashima dar trabalho ao Real Madrid na final da Copa do Mundo de Clubes, vencida pela equipe espanhola por 4 a 2 - o treinador fez críticas ao árbitro Janny Sikazwe por este não ter expulsado o zagueiro Sergio Ramos depois de cometer uma falta no meio-campo. Ishii foi eleito ainda o Treinador do Ano da J. League.

Após um início de campanha abaixo das expectativas, foi demitido do Kashima em maio de 2017 e posteriormente substituído pelo ex-zagueiro Go Oiwa. Voltaria ao futebol no encerramento da temporada, quando substituiu Akira Ito no Omiya Ardija, na tentativa de evitar o rebaixamento para a segunda divisão. Apesar de não ter conseguido manter os Esquilos na elite do futebol japonês, Ishii permaneceu no cargo para a disputa da J-2.

Ligações externas
Perfil em Transfemarkt

Futebolistas do Japão
Futebolistas do Kashima Antlers
Futebolistas do Omiya Ardija
Futebolistas do Avispa Fukuoka
Treinadores de futebol do Japão
Naturais de Ichihara
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Israel issues hijack alert to all airlines
Fearing Hizbullah retaliation for Imad Mugniyah's death, Transportation Ministry orders all carriers to Israel to tighten security measures in bid to counter potential terror attack
Aryeh Egozi |Published: 02.22.08 , 10:04
Israel has recently issued an instruction to all airlines flying into the country to tighten security measures in order to minimize the risk of a terroriat attack on flights to Israel.
Vendetta on the Way?
Prepare for revenge
Ron Ben-Yishai
Mugniyah assassination benefits Israel, but Hizbullah likely to seek revenge
The instruction came following growing concerns that Hizbullah may try to launch a retaliatory attack against Israel, which the group believes is responsible for the killing of its military leader Imad Mugniyah.
Danny Shenar, head of security at the Transportation Ministry, has ordered all foreign and local airlines landing in Israel to require from passengers to remain seated half-an-hour before landing, when flights approach a distance of 180 miles from the country's shores.
Until now, passengers have only been instructed to return to their seats at a distance of some 90 miles from Israel (15 minutes before landing).
Furthermore, airlines have also been asked to instruct their pilots to seal the cockpit 30 minutes before landing, so as not to allow terrorists to take control of the plane.
Extra time to raise the alarm
Transportation Ministry officials explained that the new decree has been issued in light of fears that terrorists might succeed in infiltrating a plane, and attempt to take control over the aircraft only in the final stage of the flight, after it has reached Israeli airspace.
A hijacking at this stage would make it difficult for security forces to respond in time to curb the attack.
"It takes several minutes to deploy fighter jets towards a hijacked plane," an aviation security expert explained. "Therefore, the final stage of the flight is extremely crucial."
The new procedure is aimed at providing the aircrew with an additional 15 minutes to notify air controllers on the ground about an emergency on board.

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Mike Woodson was shown the door long before team president Phil Jackson started overhauling the roster. But Woodson said he wouldn't have traded Tyson Chandler and other members of the team that won the Atlantic Division two seasons ago if he wasn't fired.
"Had I stayed on board I probably would have pushed to keep Tyson and keep that core group together because that's what won the 54 games two years ago," Woodson, a Clippers assistant, said in his return to the Garden. "But people change and you've got to live with it and it's what it is.
"They've had a tough season so far and hopefully they can rebound this summer and put some pieces together and get back to winning basketball games."
It's amazing to consider how much the Knicks have changed and how far they have fallen. Only Carmelo Anthony remains from that 54-win team, and these Knicks are nearing 60 losses.
Their 58th loss came Wednesday night in humiliating fashion. The Clippers built a 40-point lead and rolled to a 111-80 victory. After the game, Clippers coach Doc Rivers said he felt "sick" and he had Woodson handle the postgame news conference.
Austin Rivers led the Clippers with 21 points. Cleanthony Early had 18 points for the Knicks, who shot 35.4 percent.
The Chandler trade to the Mavericks last June has been a bust for the Knicks (14-58). Then in January, Jackson sent J.R. Smith and Iman Shumpert to Cleveland in a move that further pushed the Knicks toward the worst record in franchise history. They need two more losses and have 10 games to play. The consolation is the Knicks could get the No. 1 pick in the draft.
The reality is Woodson, who was 109-79 in 21/2 seasons as coach, probably wouldn't have been back even if he guided the Knicks to the playoffs. They ended the season on a 16-5 run and missed out by one game.
"I think when Phil came in he had his mind made up based on what he wanted to do and I can respect that," Woodson said. "There's nothing I can say bad about Phil. Phil has had a helluva career as a coach and he had other ideas in terms of the direction he wanted to go and I respect that."
Rivers was the Celtics coach two years ago when the Knicks ousted them in the playoffs. He believed they were building something.
"Things change quickly," Rivers said. "Things have changed here. They had to make a decision. If you're building in the right direction, you keep building. If not, you try to tear it up and get it right. I think that's what they're doing, and that's what they're going through. It's probably the right decision."
Woodson said, "I've kind of moved on. Two years ago was a great run for our ballclub. A lot of things have changed since then. Hey, all I can say is I wish them nothing but the best and I truly mean that when I say that."
Notes & quotes: Alexey Shved's season could be over after an MRI revealed an incomplete fractured rib. He will be re-evaluated in 2-3 weeks. April 15 is the season finale . . . Langston Galloway suffered a sprained right hand. X-rays were negative. He remained in the game.


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Q: is there any way that I can add my own custom c/c++ header file to where the standard header functions come from so that I can use them at any time I have written the implementations of some methods from my numerical analysis class in a header file. I did so because I need them frequently.
So I am wondering if there is any way in c or c++ that I can add my own header files to somewhere, so that I can use it in my programs just like other c/c++ standard header files/libraries whenever I need it.

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Education | UM visits British universities in search of collaboration
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Rector Song Yonghua of the University of Macau (UM) recently led a delegation to six universities in the United Kingdom in the hope of realizing academic and research collaborations, as well as conducting a student exchange program.
The six universities visited were Imperial College London, the University of Edinburgh, the University of Bristol, the University of Bath, Queen Mary University of London and the University of Surrey.
During the visit, the UM signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Edinburgh and the University of Bristol that establishes a framework for the UM to launch a 1+3 PhD program. The program means that UM PhD students can undertake a one-year master's degree program at either institution.
The University of Edinburgh is strong in linguistics, medicine and engineering; while the University of Bristol is one of the best in social sciences and environmental engineering.
A round-table was held with the University of Bath at which both universities agreed to identify areas of common interest for further academic exchange and research cooperation.
Song also attended the Times Higher Education Young Universities Summit 2019, jointly held by the University of Surrey and the University of Wollongong in Australia. Staff reporter
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http://www.consumerlab.com you might have to pay for reports. but they test the top brands.
Did they look at Nutrilite though?


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n now i love to be in darkness.
as there was no other way.
Love is like a rose bud.
Mysterious, each day being discovery.
And slowly opening as it seales up.
" Truly sucessful people nver seek to be like other.
Rather they seek to be superior to their former selves.
Don't race against others. Race against yourself .
let me tell u sumthing as i was passing my 1st yrxxx i came across alot of problems n want to achieve good grades but couldn't get n was being frustrated then i came across the above lines & found a solution to my problems as to understand that yesterday was not up to the mark n for a better 2morrow i have to make myself up to the mark. its really a hardship.


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I really liked the way that you guys tackled what is in the present world, a very difficult subject matter. For men who are fighting that battle of "keeping it real until you meet the one" I think this message is strong. The writer did a good job as did the actor.
That is the reason I gave it a four star.
That being said, and I was very lenient by not lowering the rating more, the cinematography needed some work, especially in the scenes before and after the open mic scene.
Opening: Beautiful and cinematic, until we hit the first interaction between characters, there we broke the line but not in a good way, it made me immediately notice the switch in camera angles and that's not good.
The next thing I noticed quite a bit was after the mic scene, which in itself I thought was a nice touch between a music video and documentary style shoot.
We have this build up of a potent message, then you kind of threw it away, again not in a good way. We don't know how the owner of the joint felt about that message, if it had an effect or not.
Then the last interaction felt a little rushed.... that could have been something in the writing though too. Then why was it raining at the end? It worked as an idea, to cool down a hot day, but it was incongruous to the story ending, also it was very noticeably fake rain, so I didn't think there was much of need for it.
The spoken word scene in the studio was the best part, I liked it very much.
The dialogue scenes before and after were good too but could have had better audio recording.
Pros - Music composition, poetic delivery.
Cons - Overall plot in relation to the specific characters.
Set in a city with characters that have a connection to music. An eloquent piece that includes wonderfully composed music. An insightful poetic demonstration of a continuous journey filled with meaning and personal truth. An underlying establishment of purpose and the seeking of personal enlightenment.


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Ben Affleck shares the sad moment he told his son he was no longer Batman
Yahoo Movies UK 4 March 2019
Affleck recently told his son Samuel that he was hanging up the cowl. (WB/AP)
Ben Affleck has shared his 7-year-old son's reaction to finding out his dad was no longer Batman, and it's rather heartbreaking stuff.
The 46-year-old actor says he explained to his son that it was simply someone else's turn to be the Dark Knight. Talking to Entertainment Tonight, Affleck says Samuel, whose mother is Affleck's ex-wife Jennifer Garner, took it well.
"He took the news okay. He kind of understands that there's time for everything," Affleck said.
"[Samuel] is not quite old enough to understand that I was gonna direct [a Batman movie], but I couldn't figure out how to do it," the 46-year-old Gone Girl star shared, adding, "I didn't love it enough."
Read more: Armie Hammer denies Batman rumours
"I just kinda stuck with like, you know, 'It was my turn and now it somebody else's turn.' Because he understands turn taking," Affleck said.
For Samuel's 4th birthday, Affleck borrowed his Bat-suit from Warner Bros. to dress as the Caped Crusader at his son's superhero-themed party.
"We all dressed up, I dressed up as a ninja and Ben dressed up as Batman for Sam," Jennifer Garner told Entertainment Weekly in 2016, adding that it "was the best dad moment in history."
LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 27: Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are seen on February 27, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by BG004/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)
The Oscar-winning filmmaker confirmed he was stepping down as Batman on Jimmy Kimmel Live in February, after having originally planned to star in, and direct, 2021's The Batman.
Affleck said: "I tried to direct a version of it, I worked with a really good screenwriter, but I couldn't crack it. And so I thought it was time for someone else to take a shot at it, and they've got really good people."
Talking at a recent press event, the actor admitted that he never truly nailed what he wanted his version of The Batman to be.
"That was part of the problem," admitted Affleck candidly to IGN. "We worked on the script, I was trying to figure out how to crack it, and I was never happy enough with it where I thought it was worth going out and making it because I just didn't want to do a version that I wasn't really excited by, so I still don't know."
Affleck joined the DC movie universe as Bruce Wayne for 2016's Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. He reprised the role in Suicide Squad in the same year, and in 2017's Justice League.
Read more: Affleck on why he quit Batman
War For The Planet of the Apes director Matt Reeves eventually replaced Affleck as the director of his standalone in 2017, and now the actor is no longer involved in that film at all by the sounds of it.
Ben Affleck can next be seen in Netflix's Triple Frontier, which lands on 13 March, 2019.
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News and Recent Work ByrneWallace awarded Public Sector Legal Firm of the Year for second consecutive year
ByrneWallace awarded Public Sector Legal Firm of the Year for second consecutive year
ByrneWallace is pleased to announce that the firm has been awarded top honours at The Excellence in Business Awards as Ireland's Law Firm of the Year 2018 to the Public Sector for the second consecutive year.
Presented annually by Public Sector Magazine, The Excellence in Business Awards are awarded to companies and organisations who can demonstrate outstanding service, continuity, track record and general excellence in business to the Public Sector, Irish Companies, and to the people of Ireland.
Commenting on the Awards, Managing Partner Feargal Brennan said, "ByrneWallace is honoured to be recognised, for the second consecutive year, as top legal adviser to the public sector.
"We have a very long history, spanning over 40 years, providing legal services support and specialist advice to this sector. During this time we have gained extensive experience advising a considerable number of public sector bodies.
"Our deep expertise means that we can offer tailored advice to meet the diverse needs of the sector, whether in respect of day-to-day operations, or strategic and complex matters, and our lawyers work collaboratively across multiple practice areas to provide a seamless and fully integrated service, advising across all areas of law - from employment and industrial relations to corporate; regulatory and compliance to litigation and investigations; data protection, FOI and IP to health, construction, and real estate, to name a few.
"With more than eighty lawyers advising this sector, we are proud to now have one of the largest multi-disciplinary public sector legal teams in Ireland."
Michelle Ní Longáin, Head of the firm's Public Sector Group added: "Given our extensive experience and long history advising this sector, we have developed a deep understanding of the environment in which public sector organisations operate, their key challenges and requirements. We also understand how those working within this sector operate under a high level of public scrutiny, within a highly regulated and pressurised environment, and the need for transparency is key.
"ByrneWallace has a strong culture of excellence and accountability, which we know resonates with our public sector clients. We invest substantial resources to ensure we provide the highest standard of service, insights and advice to meet, anticipate and exceed the sector's evolving needs. We also make a particular effort to ensure that we consistently deliver actual value and benefit to our clients, both through the type of services and advice we provide, and in the way we deliver them."
Feargal further added, "We are delighted to have once again been honoured by this award. We are very committed to providing the highest quality of service to the public sector. We have tremendous respect for the people who work within this sector, and for the service they provide the Irish people."
Pictured L-R Managing Partner Feargal Brennan with Head of the firm's Public Sector Group, Michelle Ní Longáin
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La nécropole nationale de Champs est un cimetière militaire datant de la Première Guerre mondiale situé sur le territoire de la commune de Champs, dans le département de l'Aisne.

Historique
La nécropole nationale de Champs situé au lieu-dit Villette et a été créée en 1919 et aménagée en 1934-1935.

Description
La nécropole nationale de Champs a une superficie de . Elle rassemble  dépouilles de soldats français dont  sont inhumés en tombes individuelles et 940 dans deux ossuaires.

76 soldats russes, un Italien et d'un Belge sont également inhumés dans ce cimetière. En 1954, 186 corps de soldats français tués au cours de la Seconde Guerre mondiale ont été transférés dans la nécropole de Champs.

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Niger , officially the Republic of Niger, is a landlocked country in Western Africa, named after the Niger River. It borders Nigeria and Benin to the south, Burkina Faso and Mali to the west, Algeria and Libya to the north and Chad to the east. Niger covers a land area of almost 1,270,000 km2, making it the largest nation in West Africa, with over 80 percent of its land area covered by the Sahara desert. The country's predominantly Islamic population of 17,129,076 is mostly clustered in the far south and west of the nation. The capital city is Niamey, located in the far-southwest corner of Niger.
Niger is a developing country, and is consistently one of the lowest-ranked in the United Nations' Human Development Index (HDI); it was ranked 186th of 186 countries for 2012. Much of the non-desert portions of the country are threatened by periodic drought and desertification. The economy is concentrated around subsistence and some export agriculture clustered in the more fertile south, and the export of raw materials, especially uranium ore. Niger faces serious challenges to development due to its landlocked position, desert terrain, poor education and poverty of its people, lack of infrastructure, poor health care, and environmental degradation.
Nigerien society reflects a diversity drawn from the long independent histories of its several ethnic groups and regions and their relatively short period living in a single state. Historically, what is now Niger has been on the fringes of several large states. Since independence, Nigeriens have lived under five constitutions and three periods of military rule. Following a military coup in 2010, Niger has become a democratic, multi-party state. A majority live in rural areas, and have little access to advanced education.
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Most domestic companies start their international expansion by staying in the neighborhood, playing it relatively safe by venturing into Canada or maybe Mexico. Moran Family of Brands is taking a different route, one that stretches 5,972 miles from the automotive repair and maintenance franchisor's Midlothian, Ill., home, all the way to Lagos, Nigeria.
That's where, this past March, the company broke ground on its first foreign franchise, a 38,000-square-foot facility that will serve as both a cobranded Mr. Transmission/Milex Complete Auto Care shop and headquarters for master franchisees Temi Adelu-Davis and Glen Davis. Temi is a native of Nigeria who came to the U.S. to earn her MBA while Glen ran an auto repair store in Houston. Now relocated to Lagos, the couple will be responsible for operating their shop once it opens this fall as well as recruiting franchisees to open nine more locations throughout Nigeria over the next seven years.
We spoke to Moran's president, Pete Baldine, about the company's first foray into a foreign market.
It took 26 years for Moran to go international. Why now? And why Nigeria?
It had more to do with the right people. We'd looked at other international opportunities over the years but never felt comfortable enough to move forward. The Davises actually approached us, and after several months of due diligence, we felt confident that they not only had the financial strength and leadership ability necessary, but that they knew their market.
They had done their research and looked at some of our competitors, but they liked our cobrand option and felt that a "one-stop shop" strategy was right for Nigeria.
Did you have to make any adjustments to your system?
Because parts sourcing is limited in Nigeria, we're making their facility larger than normal so they can warehouse parts there to supply future franchise locations. We also modified our training program, adding an entire week to teach them how to award franchises, get them open and support the franchisees.
The Nigerian deal got the inertia going. Now we're ready to continue that international movement. We're already working on a deal to sign another master franchisee in Liberia, and we've signed on with two brokerage groups to help us expand in Europe and the Middle East.


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Road Trips in Northern Ireland
Jump in your car and discover hidden gems, geological wonders of the world, secluded bays and real-life fantasy locations, just a short drive from Belfast.
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Giant's Causeway and Coastal Road Trip
Discover the world-famous Causeway Coast with stunning scenery and ancient sights.
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County Antrim's Causeway Coastal Route runs north from Larne, and is the gateway to the Nine Glens of Antrim with Glenariff Forest Park at its heart. On the north coast you'll find the Giants Causeway, one of only two World Heritage Sites in Northern Ireland. Nearby, challenge yourself to cross the 100 feet (30 metres) high Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, first erected by salmon fishermen 350 years ago.
Old Bushmills Distillery
Old Bushmills Distillery is Irelands oldest working whiskey distillery. Watch whiskey making and enjoy a wee taster too. Experience a guided tour and discover some of the trade secrets from over 400 years of distilling. See the ruined splendor of Dunluce Castle before visiting Downhill Demesne, with spectacular views over the sea and Mussenden Temple perched on the edge of the cliffs.
Rathlin Island is Northern Ireland's only inhabited island and is also home to one of the largest seabird colonies. Take the Rathlin Ferry Service to experience amazing wildlife, explore the lighthouse and visit The Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre. In summer, the seabird colony is a real assault on the senses with tens of thousands of birds, including puffins, razorbills, guillemots and kittiwakes, jostling for space on the cliff face.
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Seamus Heaney HomePlace
Take a trip to Bellaghy in County Londonderry and step into Seamus Heaney HomePlace, which celebrates the life and legacy of the Nobel prize-winning poet. Standing at the heart of the place and people which so inspired him, HomePlace includes a stunning exhibition which interprets Seamus Heaney's work. It's filled with personal stories and artefacts, dozens of family photographs, video recordings from friends, neighbours and cultural figures, and the voice of the poet himself reading his own words.
Lough Neagh is the largest fresh water lake in the British Isles, said to have been formed by the mythical giant Finn McCool. Visit the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre at Oxford Island, where you'll find tourist information, bird watching facilities, woodland, ponds, wildflower meadows and picnic and play areas.
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Nearby attractions include The Jungle, a 20 minute drive away, which promises exhilarating experiences like zorbing and high wire tree top adventure as well as overnight accommodation in the form of glamping pods.
Galgorm Resort and Spa
A 25 minute drive north east will bring you to the luxurious Galgorm Resort and Spa. Stay the night and indulge in a session at their outdoor Thermal Village Spa and 9 hole golf course.
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Ulster American Folk Park
Immerse yourself in the story of Irish emigration at the Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh. From the thatched cottages of Ulster and a full scale emigrant sailing ship to the log cabins of the American Frontier, experience what life was like during the 18th and 19th centuries in Ulster.
Hill of The O'Neill and Ranfurly House
Explore the site that once was the powerbase of Gaelic Ulster and headquarters of the famous O'Neill Chieftains for over 300 years and, after the Flight of the Earls, the proposed capitol of the Plantation of Ulster by Arthur Chichester.
Todd's Leap
Keep the adventure alive with a trip to Todd's Leap, an outdoor activity centre just 30 minutes from the Ulster American Folk Park. Try off-road driving, paintball, clay pigeon shooting, zip lines, body zorbing and many more adrenaline-fuelled activities. Plus with onsite log cabins and licensed restaurant you can make a night of it!
Explore the area around Strangford Lough with beautiful wildlife, gardens and wetland.
Embark on a road trip to explore the beautiful Strangford Lough and Ards Peninsula. Stop off at Mount Stewart which has one of the most inspiring and unusual gardens in the National Trust's ownership. Take a tour of the opulent house and discover fascinating heritage, history and artworks as well as magnificent views from Temple of the Winds. Take the ferry from Portaferry to Strangford, which takes both foot and car passengers, sailing every day of the year except Christmas Day.
Castle Ward
From one magnificent house to another, continue your journey to Castle Ward which boasts spectacular views of Strangford Lough. Learn about the heritage of the family who lived there, dress up in Victorian clothes and walk the woodland pathways. Castle Ward is also the location for Winterfell Castle in the HBO hit television show Game of Thrones, and you can explore the location by bike, try archery and even meet the direwolves with Winterfell Tours.
On your return journey to Belfast, you'll pass Castle Espie Wildlife and Wetlands Centre. Nestled in a tranquil setting, Castle Espie offers great views of Strangford Lough and is home to Ireland's largest collection of native and exotic water-birds. Whether you are seeking adventure or relaxation, Castle Espie is the perfect destination and every visit can be rounded off with a visit to the Kingfisher Kitchen where you can enjoy food and drinks to suit all tastes.
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Discover the real Game of Thrones country where a lot of the hit HBO TV show was filmed.
Game of Thrones Tours
Game of Thrones is one of the most popular and successful fantasy TV series ever made. Our rugged coast lines, historic castles and breathtaking scenery are the perfect setting for this epic story. Filming took place in the Titanic Studios in Belfast and across various locations throughout Northern Ireland including the Cushendun Caves, Murlough Bay, Ballintoy Harbour, Larrybane, Antrim plateau, Castle Ward, Inch Abbey and Downhill Strand. Get the full experience and tour the filming locations while you're here.
Bunk Campers
Hire a campervan from Bunk Campers and journey to the heart of Westeros, with your transport and accommodation in one. Enjoy the freedom and independence of your campervan as you tour from Winterfell to the King's Road and the Isle of Pyke in your home on wheels.
Discover St Patrick
Follow in the footsteps of Ireland's patron saint.
Discover the legacy of St Patrick on this 92 mile driving route that links sites connected to the Irish Patron Saint. The Saint Patrick Centre situated below Patrick's burial site in Downpartick is an interactive exhibition about his life. Visit Down County Museum, located within the walls of the former county gaol, and discover the past through the story of St Patrick and the human and natural history of the region.
Famed in legend and folklore as the seat of kings, Armagh was chosen by Saint Patrick as the centre of Christianity. Today there are two cathedrals, both named after the Saint. Enjoy the scenery in the county, from the peaty shores of Lough Neagh to the orchard regions around Portadown and Loughgall.
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Florence Court
Visit Florence Court nestled in the majestic setting of the County Fermanagh countryside. Explore the extensive estate through landscaped grounds, forest trails and the well-kept Walled Garden. Take a guided tour of the stunning Georgian mansion and hear stories about the Cole family that lived there for over 250 years. Every aspect of life in this classical Irish house, with its fine interiors and exquisite decoration, are brought to life. Outside there are numerous places to explore including a sawmill, forge, ice house and thatched summer house.
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Preview: Retford United vs Stags
Mansfield will travel to face Retford United for a pre-season friendly on Tuesday 09 July (7.45pm kick-off), and Stags' fans will have an opportunity to meet the players before the match.
The Stags will be holding a 'meet and greet session' before Tuesday's match, during which attending Mansfield fans can meet the first team players before kick-off. The meet and greet will commence at approximately between 7pm and 7.30pm.
Additionally, for Stags' 2019-20 season ticket holders, entry to the match is priced at just £1, upon production of your season ticket card at the turnstiles. Tickets for non-season ticket holders are priced at £3. Prices apply to all ages.
The friendly will be the first of three away matches that a Stags' squad will feature in this week, with clashes against Bradford Park Avenue and Alfreton Town to follow on Thursday and Saturday, respectively.
Tuesday's opponents, Retford, currently feature in the Central Midlands League, and play their matches at Cannon Park. The Badgers finished fourth in last season's campaign.
Stags' squad for Tuesday's match will mainly consist of under-21s, however all first team players and staff will be in attendance.
The clash against Retford will be the first scheduled friendly following Mansfield's return from a ten-day intensive training camp in Portugal.
During the Stags' time in Amendoeira, two training matches were played against Glasgow Rangers and Swansea City, respectively.
The venue for Tuesday's match against Retford United is as follows: Cannon Park, Retford, DN22 0DR.
Retford United vs Mansfield Town on 09 Jul 19


Last week, I walked in to the Apple store. It wasn't my first visit but I needed some help with my iPad and I'd booked an appointment at the Genius Bar. As usual, the store was filled with people and the steady hum of conversation. I'd only taken 4 steps inside before I was greeted, logged in for my appointment and moved along to the next assistant.
Someone has really thought through Apple customer assistance. Despite the throng of people, the service felt personal and I received friendly assistance via a well-organised support system.
When a new family walks through the doors of your church or children's ministry area you have about 8 minutes to create a good impression. The entrance to the Apple store is clearly marked and their window displays are simple but eye-catching. In fact, I've often adapted their ideas for our children's ministry areas. How attractive are your entry areas? Families like to see areas that kid-friendly, bright and appealing. Like the Apple store signage, your children's ministry areas should also be clearly marked. I know this is difficult if your funds are limited, but it's amazing what can be achieved with a bit of creativity.
Although I knew the location of the Apple store, it was really helpful to have someone on hand to direct me to the area I needed in-store. Likewise, a team of helpful greeters at your church or ministry entryway ready to direct your visitors to the various ministry areas, sign-in locations and the restrooms can be really helpful. A friendly smile and welcome coupled with personal assistance can be a wonderful first impression for visiting families to your children's ministry.


Foot tapping fiddling filled Campbeltown Heritage Centre at the Young Folk's MOK Fest session.
The performance feast showcased the wide ranging talents of Kintyre's youngest musicians and dancers, making it hard to single out a virtuoso from the eclectic mix.
There was no programme but last-minute master of ceremonies, Claire McFadzean, provided a constant flow of information as she introduced the 15 acts with notes about their musical achievements.
A section from Campbeltown Brass played three popular music tunes: Robbie Williams' Let Me Entertain You, Abba's Lay All Your Love on me and The Rocky theme Gonna Fly Now.
Vocal soloist, Hannah McCaig, has just started in Castlehill's P7 and is the youngest member of the senior brass band. Hannah sung Aye Walkin O before being joined by her sister Gemma for a duet orf the Wild Rover accompanied, as many acts were, by pianist David McEwan.
A musical maestro, Amy Paterson, appeared next for the first of several performances on the fiddle. Amy's other instruments include the tenor horn, piano and drums in the junior brass band. She took the audience through a Scottish set, including Ossian and Lady Charlotte Campbell.
Trumpet player Erin McLellan, a member of the National Youth Orchestra for Scotland, accompanied by Morbheinn McAllister, followed Amy with Ave Maria.
A range of dancers pirouetted across the stage in the next act and some coped very well with a break in the sound system.
Joni Mitchellesque, Hope Strang, played the Kintyre Songwriters Festival earlier in the year and last week, found an appreciative audience, as she strummed her own versions of Teenage Dirtbag and Candy.
Last year a Parisian flautist flew into the Young Folk night. Ana Laing on another visit, this year, to her grandparents Margaret and Peter, returned by popular request. Ana has been playing the flute sing she was seven and the teenager intends to make a career in music.
Amy Ross, Hannah McCaig and Iona Renton, all P7s at Castlehill, form the backbone of the school's folk group with the added talents of Grammar school pupil, Rhona Campbell, just starting in S1 this year. The quartet performed The Parting Glass and the Wild Rover.
Bagpiper Maddie Allison showed her range with a vocal show rendition of Aye Walkin' as a prelude, to older teenager, Linsey Cairns songs: Adele's Don't You Remember and Love on the Brain by Rihanna.
Another new band, Western Sound: fiddler Amy Paterson, Darren Brown on Kajon, guitarist Findlay Gilchrist and keyboard player Alex Wotherspoon made the most of the Heritage Centre setting with four tunes: The High Road to Linton, Mrs Mcleod of Rasaay, the Soup Dragon and Superfly.
A further two soloists added something special. Bethany Kelly's Gaelic set and Down by the Sally Gardens preceeded City of Stars and Make You Feel My Love by Adele from Erin Ferguson.
Following a rapid raffle calling by John Bakes, a section of Kintyre Schools Pipe Band played out the concert.


Prevention is better than the cure is how the saying goes. When it comes to pre-emptive protection for the face and the skin then you can't be too be careful with what skincare products you are applying as the impact of getting it wrong can last a life time. For this reason, more and more women are turning to using rosehip oil for face skin care regime.
For centuries, some traditional societies have been using rosehip oil for a variety of treatments in a variety of different forms. Rosehip oil can provide benefits for a wide range of skin conditions including wrinkles, acne and eczema.
The rosehip is harvested from the seeds of the wild rose, "Rosa Mosqueta", which originates in the southern part of Chile. The hip itself is the fruit of the plant and continues a multitude of fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants. It is these components that are responsible for the properties of rosehip oil that make it so effective for skincare for your face as they moisturise dry skin, diminish scars, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, decrease the appearance of some skin blemishes and so on.
To really understand why you should consider using rosehip oil on your face would probably require a degree in biochemistry combined with a diploma in beauty therapy. The information provided here is just a very brief introduction into the benefits of the oil when you use it for your care of the skin on your face. Most women who are interested in how it may help them just tend to try it for themselves without feeling that they really need to comprehend the chemistry behind why it is making them look better through healthier skin. Unlike many branded beauty products, even a quality cold-pressed organic rosehip oil is relatively inexpensive.
Lycopene is a major component of rosehip oil and it is considered to be a very powerful and effective antioxidant. It helps protect the skin from signs of premature ageing.
There are a number of fatty acids present in rosehip oil including omega-3, 6 and 9. Our bodies are unable to produce them yet they are deemed necessary for our health(hence the use of the phrase "essential fatty acids"). In particular for skin care, they help with regenerating and repairing skin cells. The fatty acids also play a key role in reducing the appearance of wrinkles as well as scars and blemishes.
Trans-retinoic acid (aka Vitamin A) is richly present in rosehip oil. When your skin is exposed to the sun there is thought to be an increase in the activity of particular enzymes that ulitmately lead to the breakdown of elastin and collagen in the skin. The Vitamin A present in rosehip oil is deemed to slow down the action of the enzymes which will reduce the degree of sun damaged skin.
Which Rosehip Oil is best for your face?
If you visit your local health shop or check online you will see that there are many different oils on the market and it may be a little confusing which one you should be purchasing. Most beauty therapists would simply recommend any organic cold pressed rosehip oil should be sufficient for most women. If you find that the smell is a little offputting then just adding one or two drops of an essential oil that you like can make the difference.
How often do I apply Rosehip Oil on my face?
One of the great benefits of rosehip oil is that a little goes a very long way. The most frequent recommendation is that you apply it at night just before you go to bed and really massaging around 3 drops into your face, forehead, cheeks, jaw and around the eyes is sufficient. It is readily absorbed into the skin so works at rejuvenating your skin while you sleep!


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Death toll in horrific Indonesia tsunami is now at least 832 and is expected to rise
The death toll is expected to worsen considerably as so many regions have yet to be heard from in the aftermath of the quake.
By AFP Sunday 30 Sep 2018, 8:11 AM
Sep 30th 2018, 8:12 AM 12,788 Views 7 Comments
People carry items looted from a shopping mall badly damaged by a massive earthquake and tsunami in Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, this morning Source: AP/PA Images
THE DEATH TOLL from Indonesia's quake and tsunami disaster has soared to 832 and could climb higher, the country's disaster agency said this morning.
So far, it said, almost all the deaths had been recorded in Palu, two days after waves 1.5 metres (five feet) high slammed into the city of 350,000 on Sulawesi island.
Eleven deaths had been recorded in the region of Donggala to the north of Palu, it said.
The death toll from the powerful earthquake and tsunami left people on Sulawesi struggling to find food and water, with looting spreading and fears growing that whole towns had still not been heard from.
"It feels very tense," said 35-year-old mother Risa Kusuma, comforting her feverish baby boy at an evacuation centre in the gutted city of Palu. "Every minute an ambulance brings in bodies. Clean water is scarce. The minimarkets are looted everywhere."
Indonesian vice-president Jusuf Kalla said the toll could reach "a thousand, thousands" based on previous disasters.
Relief agencies earlier expressed fears that the number could spike once news started coming in from other affected areas.
"Worryingly, the National Disaster Management Agency has said they've received no information from the district of Donggala, which is closer to the epicentre of the earthquake," said Helen Szoke of Oxfam, referring to a region that is home to around 300,000 people.
In coastal Palu this morning aid was trickling in, the Indonesian military had been deployed and search-and-rescue workers were doggedly combing the rubble for survivors – looking for as many as 150 people at one upscale hotel alone.
A mosque damaged by the earthquakes in Palu Source: AP/PA Images
"We managed to pull out a woman alive from the Hotel Roa-Roa last night," Muhammad Syaugi, head of the national search and rescue agency, told AFP. "We even heard people calling for help there yesterday."
"What we now desperately need is heavy machinery to clear the rubble. I have my staff on the ground, but it's impossible just to rely on their strength alone to clear this."******
There were also concerns over the whereabouts of hundreds of people who had been preparing for a beach festival when the 7.5-magnitude quake struck Friday, sparking a tsunami that ripped apart the city's coastline.
Amid the levelled trees, overturned cars, concertinaed homes and flotsam tossed up to 50 metres inland, survivors and rescuers struggled to come to grips with the scale of the disaster.
Indonesian president Joko Widodo was expected to travel to the region to see the devastation for himself today.
Last night, residents fashioned makeshift bamboo shelters or slept out on dusty playing fields, fearing powerful aftershocks would topple damaged homes and bring yet more carnage.
C-130 military transport aircraft with relief supplies managed to land at the main airport in Palu, which re-opened to humanitarian flights and limited commercial flights, but only to pilots able to land by sight alone.
Satellite imagery provided by regional relief teams showed the severe damage at some of the area's major sea ports, with large ships tossed on land, quays and bridges trashed and shipping containers thrown around.
Hospitals were overwhelmed by the influx of those injured, with many people being treated in the open air. There were widespread power blackouts.
"We all panicked and ran out of the house" when the quake hit, said Anser Bachmid, a 39-year-old Palu resident. "People here need aid – food, drink, clean water."
People queuing for petrol in Palu this morning Source: AP/PA Images
'I just ran'
Dramatic video footage captured from the top floor of a parking ramp as the tsunami rolled in showed waves bringing down several buildings and inundating a large mosque.
"I just ran when I saw the waves hitting homes on the coastline," said Palu resident Rusidanto, who like many Indonesians goes by one name.
About 17,000 people had been evacuated, the government disaster agency said and that number was expected to soar.
"This was a terrifying double disaster," said Jan Gelfand, a Jakarta-based official at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
"The Indonesian Red Cross is racing to help survivors but we don't know what they'll find there."
Images showed a double-arched yellow bridge had collapsed with its two metal arches twisted as cars bobbed in the water below.
A key access road had been badly damaged and was partially blocked by landslides, the disaster agency said.
The quake tremor was also felt in the far south of the island in its largest city Makassar and on neighbouring Kalimantan, Indonesia's portion of Borneo island.
People survey the damage dealt to a shopping mall in Palu Source: Tatan Syuflana
The initial quake struck as evening prayers were about to begin in the world's biggest Muslim majority country on the holiest day of the week, when mosques are especially busy.
Indonesia is one of the most disaster-prone nations on earth.
It lies on the Pacific "Ring of Fire", where tectonic plates collide and many of the world's volcanic eruptions and earthquakes occur.
Earlier this year, a series of powerful quakes hit Lombok, killing more than 550 people on the holiday island and neighbouring Sumbawa.
Indonesia has been hit by a string of other deadly quakes including a devastating 9.1-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Sumatra in December 2004.
That Boxing Day quake triggered a tsunami that killed 220,000 throughout the region, including 168,000 in Indonesia.
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The LNA, led by Khalifa Haftar, also carried out air strikes on armed groups in the city of Derna, further east, who fired back with anti-aircraft cannon, witnesses told Reuters.
Haftar's eastern forces are engaged in a multi-sided conflict between factions that fought together to oust veteran Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011 but are now battling each other.
A UN-backed government in Tripoli is trying to bring stability to the North African OPEC member, but it is struggling to impose its authority. Haftar has so far rejected the Tripoli government as his forces advance in eastern Libya.
Two weeks ago, Haftar declared Benghazi's "liberation" in a televised speech after three years of fighting. But street battles continue as his LNA troops face resistance from the Majlis Shura Thuwar Benghazi, an alliance of ex-rebels and Islamists.
"Special forces carried out an attack on Friday on the last resistance pockets of terrorism in Khraibeesh area and successfully the forces advanced and controlled several points," an LNA commander, Mari El-Houti, said of the Benghazi operation.
El-Houti said the advance was impeded by a large number of mines in the area. He said 30 mines were dismantled on Friday.
Haftar, a former Gaddafi ally who turned against him, has gained ground with support from Egypt and the United Arab Emirates. Derna, some 380 km east of Benghazi, is still under the control of an alliance of Islamists and former rebels called the Derna Mujahideen Shura Council.


Club Level Teams: A better reference would be "travel" teams. NAVC West will offer two teams at our 15, 16, 17 ages.
Position Training sessions will be held on Sunday's at Group Training. The first one hour session of our Sunday training will be focused on positions.
Metro Teams offer an alternative program to girls ages 15, 16. Metro teams practice two times per week and attend five (5) one day tournaments in metro Atlanta. Position training and Strength & Conditioning training are not included. Although Metro teams have less practices and less tournaments then our regular club teams it is expected that you be committed to attending each practice and tournament.
For the 2018-2019 season we are introducing a phased approach to team training. The 2018-19 season will have the introduction of our NAVC Academy practices which is designed to focus on skill development focused on sound and consistent fundamentals and eliminating skill based errors in game-time situations.
Position break out 60 minutes where each position focuses on 1 skill/ shot/ movement.


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Singham Punjabi
Release Date: 9 August 2019
Starcast: Parmish Verma, Sonam Bajwa, Kartar Cheema, Deep Joshi, Hardeep Gill, Anita Devgn, and more
Producer: Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Kumar Mangat Pathak & Abhishek Pathak
Director: Navaniat Singh
Synopsis: Singham Punjabi is the story of a boy from Singham Khurd who becomes the DSP in Punjab Police and is posted in his native village until one day he confronts a land mining mafia for a case. His gets transferred to the police station in Amritsar which is also the jurisdiction of the land mining mafia and what follows is a series of confrontations, unfolding of new chapters from the FIR files and also a romantic sequence. Finally, the good wins over the bad and the film comes to an end but the story is left on a continuation note.
Review: From the opening scene of police training and oath-taking ceremony, one can sense that the makers are trying to create an impact with Parmish's turbaned look but till the last moment of the film, this does not work for the film either.
One cannot compare this version to the original, actually one dare not because this one was so weak that it is a shame to have made it this way. The epic original is still fresh in our minds and the Punjabi version has not even lasted a few minutes.
From performances to dialogues, action, screenplay, script, direction and literally everything, it seems that the makers took this film too lightly and did not bother at working on any aspect with determination, thus leading to output that is so shabby.
Talking about performances, Parmish Verma's act is so terrible that it made us wonder what the makers were thinking when they cast him. Couldn't they see what the man is doing throughout the shoot? Did no one realize that he was not the best choice for this role?? Guess no one really did because the man has been such a turn off that he pushed the film into a dungeon so dark that we couldn't see anything else but his miserable onscreen role play. Left us in jitters as to how one can be so bad even in his third film!
Sonam Bajwa was not looking like her usual self in this film. Her pairing with Parmish wasn't very pleasing to watch and the diva had no shine that could make her stand out in this film. Also, the silly character was speaking to the village aunty in English and otherwise throughout the film, we couldn't see her speaking in English. Kmaal hai!
Kartar Cheema was given a grey hair look and the character was seen singing Hindi songs when confronting the DSP, who in turn insulted him every time. Oh, why couldn't he just be a young man with black hair? Why could he not sing Punjabi songs? What kind of Punjabi land mafia acts so dumb to have himself insulted every time? A land mafia with weapons that are just not available every time he needs them to save himself? Wah!
The others were just used for the sake of it and ya the songs too were a pain to watch..made no sense in the film, even the reprised version of Kalli Kithe Mil was a big disappointment.
The only actor who managed to stand out in this bizarre presentation was Deep Joshi who stood strong with this act. Good work!
Navaniat Singh's direction and Dheeraj Ratan's story and screenplay were both messed up, so much so that we couldn't believe that the film was helmed by the same man who had made a masterpiece like Shareek and was scripted by the man who has given this industry some of the finest films.
The action was cheap and the VFX were too noticeable, even the chroma was badly done. The tables and chairs that were broken throughout the film were so fake and filmy.
Lastly, The DSP was shown sulking twice in the film and the last segment had his team pull him back into action to atleast clear the case that he had been following else they'de be left hanging midways. So, what if the team didn't stop him from collecting his trophies and moving on to Patiala? Would he have killed the villain?? Why did it take the kidnappers so long to leave the bus stand though they had been on the go since morning?? Why did Singham fight the men at the bus stop alone when he had a team? Why did he carry the kid on his shoulders when the kid was wide awake and how was the kid even hanging on to his back??? All this and much more...baiji this film was too much to handle!
Verdict: An awful remake, Singham Punjabi is a big-time miss and thanks to Parmish Verma's terrible acting, it got even worse!
Rating: 0.5/5 (Avoid wasting your money)
Mitti Virasat Babbaran Di


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Quinn v. Lawrence
SAMUEL LEE QUINN (N02809) Petitioner,
FRANK LAWRENCE, Acting Warden, [1]Menard Correctional Center, Respondent.
SHARON JOHNSON COLEMAN JUDGE
Pro se petitioner Samuel Quinn filed the present petition for a writ of habeas corpus under 28 U.S.C. § 2254(d)(1) bringing ineffective assistance of counsel and prosecutorial misconduct claims, among others. Because his habeas petition is untimely under 28 U.S.C. § 2244(d)(1), the Court does not reach the merits of his claims, but instead dismisses this action in its entirety and declines to certify any issues for appeal under 28 U.S.C. § 2253(c)(2).
Quinn is serving two natural life sentences after being convicted of several counts of aggravated sexual assault. In his habeas petition, Quinn is only challenging his August 29, 2007, Cook County conviction that the Illinois Appellate Court affirmed on August 24, 2009. Quinn then filed a petition for leave to appeal ("PLRA") to the Illinois Supreme Court that was denied on November 25, 2009.
On November 2, 2010, Quinn filed a pro se post-conviction petition pursuant to the Illinois Post-Conviction Hearing Act, 725 ILCS 5/122-1. After the Circuit Court of Cook County dismissed Quinn's post-conviction petition on December 14, 2010, he filed an appeal that the Illinois Appellate Court affirmed on February 6, 2013. After the appellate court denied Quinn's petition for rehearing on April 9, 2013, Quinn did not file a PLA with the Illinois Supreme Court.
On June 15, 2012, Quinn filed a petition for relief from judgment under 735 ILCS 5/2-1401, that the circuit court, sua sponte, summarily dismissed on June 22, 2012. The Illinois Appellate Court, however, remanded the petition explaining that the circuit court erred by dismissing the petition without allowing the State thirty days in which to file a response. On remand, the circuit court appointed Quinn counsel, who then filed a supplemental petition. On February 11, 2016, the circuit court dismissed the § 2-1401 petition as untimely. The circuit court construed the supplemental petition as a third post-conviction petition and concluded that it was procedurally defaulted based on res judicata. Quinn appealed, and on June 19, 2018, the Illinois Appellate Court affirmed the circuit court's decision that the § 2-1401 petition was untimely.[2] Without considering the merits of Quinn's claims, the appellate court also concluded that Quinn's third post-conviction petition was barred by res judicata and lacked "arguable merit" in order to grant appointed counsel's motion to withdraw under Pennsylvania v. Finley, 481 U.S. 551 (1987).
In the interim, Quinn filed a successive post-conviction petition on August 2, 2013, while his § 2-1401 petition was pending. The circuit court summarily dismissed the August 2013 petition and the Illinois Appellate Court affirmed on August 12, 2015.
Legal Standard
"AEDPA establishes a 1-year period of limitation for a state prisoner to file a federal application for a writ of habeas corpus." Wall v. Kholi, 562 U.S. 545, 550, 131 S.Ct. 1278, 179 L.Ed. 252 (2011) (citing 28 U.S.C. § 2244(d)(1)(A)); see Conroy v. Thompson, 929 F.3d 818, 820 (7th Cir. 2019). The one-year period runs from "the date on which the judgment became final by the conclusion of direct review or the expiration of the time for seeking such review." 28 U.S.C. § 2244(d)(1)(A); Conroy, 929 F.3d at 820. The one-year period is tolled when a petitioner's properly-filed application for post-conviction or other collateral relief is pending in state court. Mayberry v. Dittmann, 904 F.3d 525, 528 (7th Cir. 2018); 28 U.S.C. § 2244(d)(2).
As a starting point, the Court turns to the date upon which Quinn's judgment became final under 28 U.S.C. § 2244(d)(1)(A). See Gonzalez v. Thaler, 565 U.S. 134, 149, 132 S.Ct. 641, 181 L.Ed.2d 619 (2012) (conviction becomes final upon "the conclusion of direct review or the expiration of the time for seeking such review"). The Illinois Appellate Court affirmed Quinn's conviction and sentence on August 24, 2009, and the Illinois Supreme Court denied his PLA on November 25, 2009. Quinn's conviction became final when the time for him to file a petition for a writ of certiorari expired, which was 90 days after the denial of his PLA, namely, February 23, 2010. See Mayberry, 904 F.3d at 528. Quinn then had one year (365 days) from February 23, 2010 to file a timely habeas petition.
Pursuant to § 2244(d)(2), the limitations period is tolled during the pendency of a properly filed post-conviction petition. See id.; Carpenter v. Douma, 840 F.3d 867, 869 (7th Cir. 2016). Quinn properly filed his first post-conviction petition on November 2, 2010, and thus the limitations period ran for 251 days until that date. The time during the pendency of the first post-conviction petition remained tolled until the Illinois Appellate Court affirmed the circuit court on February 6, 2013. Quinn did not file a PLA concerning his first post-conviction petition. Thus, the limitations period continued to run on February 6, 2013, at which time Quinn had 114 days left of the one-year limitations period. Quinn filed the present habeas petition on June 15, 2016, which was well beyond the 114 days he had left.
Quinn's June 2012 petition for relief from judgment under § 2-1401 did not toll the limitations period because it was untimely, and therefore, not "properly filed." Freeman v. Page, 208 F.3d 572, 574 (7th Cir. 2000). Similarly, Quinn's third post-conviction petition was not properly filed because it failed to comply with state procedural requirements. See Fernandez v. Sternes, 227 F.3d 977, 978 (7th Cir. 2000). Quinn was not granted leave to file his second or successive post-conviction petition, therefore, it did not toll the limitations period. See Martinez v. Jones, 556 F.3d 637, 638-39 (7th Cir. 2009). Accordingly, Quinn's habeas petition is untimely, unless he can establish equitable tolling.
         Federal courts apply equitable tolling if extraordinary circumstances beyond the petitioner's control prevented the timely filing of his habeas petition. See McQuiggin v. Perkins,133 S.Ct. 1924, 1931 (2013); Holland v. Florida,560 U.S. 631, 130 S.Ct. 2549, 2560, 177 L.Ed.2d 130 (2010). A petitioner seeking equitable tolling bears the burden of establishing two elements: (1) that he has been pursuing his rights diligently; and (2) that some extraordinary circumstance prevented timely filing. McQuiggin, ...


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26 August 2010. Related: On the web.
Launch of new EMA website
The European Medicines Agency has launched a new website, accessible at the same address:
http://www.ema.europa.eu
New features include:
Quick medicine searches: Allows you to search for human and veterinary medicines by name and active substance and for herbal medicinal substances by name.
An online library: Enables you to search for all Agency documents currently online through a search on title and date published online.
Improved navigation: More intuitive labelling and improved organisation of content so that browsing is quicker for all audience groups.
Audience landing pages: Flags information of specific value to different key users.
Online calendar and news search: Allows you to keep up to date with the latest news and events at the Agency.
RSS feeds: Brings information straight to you as soon as it is published online.
Hepatitis C drug resistance slide set
The Forum for Collaborative HIV Research's HCV Drug Development Advisory Group (academicians, clinicians, researchers and patient advocates) have contributed to a slide deck explaining resistance in HCV, its consequences as well as its mitigation. The slide deck explains important drug resistance concepts in HCV, including:
How resistance can arise before, during and after stopping therapy;
The mechanism of action of direct acting antivirals (DAAs) and their effects on viral kinetics and the possibility of cure;
How mutations lead to changes which makes the virus resistant to DAAs;
Viral, drug and patient factors that influence treatment outcomes.
http://www.hivforum.org/index.php?option=com_content&a
mp;task=view&id=285&Itemid=113
Paediatric HIV studies: collected reports
The Southern African Journal of HIV Medecine (Vol 10, No 4; 2009) has published a collection of articles on paediatric care including by Polly Clayden, HIV i-Base. The article is available in PDF format and like all journal contents is available free online.
http://www.sajhivmed.org.za/index.php/sajhivmed/article/viewFile/594/464
Volume 11 Number 7/8July/August 2010 PDF
Community resources and publications


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[February 10, 2019]
Tufin Appoints Michael Bosnar to the Position of Vice President of Asia-Pacific Sales
BOSTON, Feb. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Tufin®, the market-leading provider of Network Security Policy Orchestration, announced the appointment of Michael Bosnar to the position of Vice President of Asia-Pacific (APAC) Sales. In this role, Michael will set and execute the strategy to grow Tufin's business across APAC and Japan by driving partnerships with customers and the channel through a focused account-based model. Michael's strategy will also emphasize alliances with key firewall vendors, cloud providers, and Enterprise Service Management vendors as keys to success in the region. He is based in Melbourne and reports to Kevin Maloney, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Tufin.
"Michael puts the company in a strong position to expand Tufin's footprint in APAC and bring the Tufin Orchestration Suite to even more enterprises across the region," said Maloney. "His sales expertise within the technology industry will be a great asset to Tufin as the company continues its rapid momentum across the globe."
Michael has over 20 years of experience in senior leadership roles for IT software companies. Prior to joining Tufi, Michael held such roles as Vice President APJ at AppSense, where he established the AppSense business across APAC and Japan, and Area Vice President at IVANTI, where he merged ten companies into one region and built the foundations for the APAC business. Michael also served as Director ANZ at CA Technologies and Director ANZ at Sybase. Michael received a degree with a major in Political Science and completed post-graduate studies at INSEAD.
"Tufin is in an exciting phase of growth as large enterprises seek tools to achieve a balance between security and agility. This puts Tufin at center stage as a vendor that delivers solutions to real business, security, and compliance issues for all of its 2,000+ customers globally," said Bosnar. "The APAC region is an area of focus and investment for Tufin, and I am excited to make Tufin APAC a significant contributor to the business."
About Tufin
Tufin® is the leader in Network Security Policy Orchestration for enterprise cybersecurity. More than half of the top 50 companies in the Forbes Global 2000 turn to Tufin to simplify management of some of the largest, most complex networks in the world, consisting of thousands of firewall and network devices and emerging hybrid cloud infrastructures. Enterprises select the company's award-winning Tufin Orchestration Suite™ to increase agility in the face of ever-changing business demands while maintaining a robust security posture. The Suite reduces the attack surface and meets the need for greater visibility into secure and reliable application connectivity. Its network security automation enables enterprises to implement changes in minutes with proactive risk analysis and continuous policy compliance. Tufin serves over 2,000 customers spanning all industries and geographies; its products and technologies are patent-protected in the U.S. and other countries. Find out more at www.tufin.com, follow Tufin on Twitter at @TufinTech and read more on Tufin's blog, Suite Talk.
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Q: Can PubNub support messaging in groups AND tasks for all members? I have an idea for an android app, which will serve as  a group communication tool that allows people to actively communicate with group members, as well as assign tasks and allows for them to be checked as completed, all in the same location.
It's for a school project, so I am on a fairly strict time constraint, which is that it must be finished by January 3rd.
I have been looking for outside technologies that will allow me to both set up group messaging capabilities, as well as share tasks and their statuses between all devices in the group.
I am worried that this is a bit too ambitious for my time frame, even with a week off of school right before it is due, so I am prepared to limit the functionality to just the tasks and statuses if need be, considering I am still somewhat a noob with server data storage and retrieval.
My question to all of you more experienced users:
Is a technology, such as PubNub (found this on another post) capable of such tasks and group capabilities? Or am I looking for something else?
I'm still trying to get a feel for PubNub, and don't fully understand how it is used yet, which is why I want outside feedback before I go too far and get caught with my pants down.

A: Hi Yes PubNub can be used for messaging in groups and tasks for all members.  There are a lot of great tutorials and samples to get you started on the PubNub Blog specifically for building messaging / chat applications.  Specifically there are a few for Android including  4 Must-Have Tutorials For Building an Android Chat App and Easily Build an Android Chat App in One Afternoon.  These should get you started.