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Metso to Start Employee Reduction Negotiations at Tamfelt's Plants in Finland
Helsinki, Finland, 12 May 2010 -- Tamfelt has been a part of Metso Corporation since 28 December 2009, and during the first months of 2010, Metso and Tamfelt have been integrating their operations. For economic and production reasons, and due to the reorganization of operations, the company has today given a negotiation proposal according to the employee negotiations act to the representatives of all personnel groups at Tamfelt Corp. and Tamfelt PMC Corp., both Tampere and Juankoski plants. The negotiations do not apply to office staff and workers at the production departments.
The employee negotiations will discuss the measures needed to adjust the operations to the present situation, with a maximum personnel reduction of 30 people.. Measures that can be used are temporary lay-offs, part-time work, and layoffs. The negotiations will be completed in June 2010.
In addition to personnel reductions, the operations will be made more efficient and cost efficiency also will be improved through other measures to secure future competitiveness and operations.
Tamfelt is part of Metso's Paper and Fiber Technology segment and it employs about 900 people in Finland.
Metso (www.metso.com) is a global supplier of sustainable technology and services for mining, construction, power generation, automation, recycling and the pulp and paper industries. The company has about 27,000 employees in more than 50 countries.


The term composite means that two or more constituent materials are combined together on a macroscopic scale to form a new material. The individual components remain separate and distinct within the finished composite material. The functional properties of the composite are however better than those of the individual constituents. For example, higher stiffness in a polymer is achieved by incorporating fibers into the polymer to reinforce it.
In many industries, composites are replacing metals because of their comparatively light weight, low price and better performance. Composites are widely used as high-performance engineering materials in the aerospace, aviation, automobile, building, electronics, sports-goods, and other industries.
The most important effects that can be analyzed by DSC are melting behavior and the glass transition. DSC can also be used to determine the curing kinetics of matrix resins and influence of additives.
For TGA, the main applications are compositional analysis, for example filler and fiber content, and thermal stability.
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Big Tobacco used Pride to target members of the LGBTQ+ community. So we're asking you: what makes you feel proud?
"I am a young, black, queer man of color.... getting to know myself a lot more makes me very proud. I remember a time when I didn't necessarily know who I was or felt very uncomfortable with who I was, so being in a different space where I can explore and experience new things and have people in my space who share likeness about themselves makes me proud. They're happy to be themselves and help me to understand myself a bit more, and ultimately make me proud of who I am."
–Damon shares what makes him proud.
"The long version? Paralegal and office manager by day, aspiring public interest statistician by night as well as a raccoon video aficionado. The short version is a Chinese-American lesbian. Proud means being comfortable in my own skin and all the things that I am."
–Anna shares what makes her proud.
"I am a brown, gay, Filipino immigrant who moved here five years ago. My Filipino background makes me proud because it keeps me grounded every day."
–Lester shares what makes him proud
"I am a Filipino, bisexual woman. I dedicate my whole life to that little girl in the Philippines who is confused about who she is. I want to give her a chance to be visible and accept herself, knowing there are other people out there like her. Proud to me is courage. It's being out there. It's waking up in the morning, knowing who you are, and having the strength to show that to the world."
–Kaye shares what makes her proud
"I think pride and being proud is all about being unapologetic and being unapologetically joyful. It's about letting yourself have the joy that you deserve and have a right to as an individual. I think with pride, especially in this context, you have to think about how even when the world works against you, you need to just stand up and be true to yourself. Believe in what you believe. Trust in yourself and your community."
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"I learned to love the beauty in who I am even when it's not appreciated by others. I believe we're all here for a purpose and mine is to be true. I use my art as rebellion. If I have to be the crash dummy to take the hit so someone else can live truly, I'll do that. Being proud means breaking barriers and fighting against whatever is told to us we "have" to do. The only thing we're supposed to be doing is living our truth in our lives and inspiring others. I'm my most proud on stage when I'm authentically being myself."
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"We're from Orthodox Jewish communities and volunteer at an organization that helps LGBTQ Jewish teens in addition to educating communities about what it's like to be a queer Jew. We try to be a representation of what living a happy and accepted Jewish queer life can be like. Being proud is about walking down the street holding your significant other's hand - regardless of one's orientation or gender. To feel equal, safe, wanted, loved and loved back - and not just during the month of June. Being proud is that feeling of happiness that overcomes you when you find yourself in a crowd of LGBTQ people, all celebrating one another and truly, fully, honestly knowing that we can and will make a brighter, better, happier future for ourselves and for all future generations.
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"I am a Trans Father, speaker and activist. I use my platform to promote positive conversation, educational dialogue and I use my own journey of self love and accept to be a platform for others to dive deeper into their own self worth. Being PROUD means believing in something no matter what others may think or say about you. I am a PROUD Trans Father to an 8 month old named Antler. He makes me PROUD to be a new face to the word "Dad." He motivates me to be confident in our bond as a family and to help others know that if I can do it, they can do it too."
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"I am proud that I learned to live life for myself. I spent too much time in my early years trying to impress people that paid me little to no mind, and it took a long while to realize I had to put my own happiness first. Every day, I am learning to love myself more, and I will never apologize for that."
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Wedding planning is no easy task. There is a seemingly endless things to take care of; each of which require a lot of thinking and pondering over. From the theme to the décor to the dress to the cake to the venue to the catering; planning a wedding is no joke, though it can be fun!
One of the most important aspects of wedding planning though is deciding on the wedding guest list. If you think dealing with the above mentioned issues is a challenge, get ready for the worst of them all (according to research I did online).
The number of guests that you decide to share your special day with directly affects everything from the venue to the arrangement to the numbers; everything. Therefore, getting this out of the way should be one of your top priorities. Inviting everyone you know and care for is nothing short of a dream and a luxury that very few amongst us can ever imagine to delve in. For others, lists are the way to go.
To pick and choose favourites for your big day is not something anyone would enjoy unless they are hosting a private and intimate wedding. Considering the fact that there is already a lot going on for you, this is the last thing you need on your plate.
After asking within the wedding communities all over the world, one of the most popular problems was making your wedding guest list. So here are 7 tips I've put together after some research that will help you curate your wedding guest list. Let's get started.
Everyone has some idea about the number of people they want to invite for their wedding. Depending on your desire to host either a small intimate wedding with only close friends and family or a big party with everyone you know, you need to have a figure in mind. Prioritize so you can move on to the next step that is budgeting, planning, etc. The trick is to list the names of the people who you know must be present at the event. Once that is sorted, move on to those who are not that close to you and so on and so forth. Make it simple for everyone.
This number is important because when selecting a venue, you always have to take note of its maximum capacity for accommodation. In addition to space, catering is the other place where you need to be careful because if there are extra guests, you must ensure that there is enough food for everyone.
Make sure the number of guests you finalize on doesn't exceed your venue's maximum capacity. It is best to keep room in your budget. Keeping all factors in mind, know how you want to host your guests. Try to not book for the maximum number. In fact, if you have the budget, try finding a venue that is slightly bigger and can accommodate more guest so you have the luxury to invite extra guests over.
Since both parties are involved, you'll have to decide how to divide the guest list i.e. the number of guests from both the bride's and the groom's sides. The best way to decide is to get the family together and decide collectively so there is no confusion or mess. The best bet is to play it safe and divide equally amongst guests with half from the bride's side and half from the groom's side. Parents normally get a quarter of the share so they can invite whoever they want. Though this is extremely subjective and will dramatically change from couple to couple.
By this we mean that you simply have to pick favorites. Make 2 lists: an A-list and a B-list. The A-list will contain the names of those who are the closest to you i.e. those whose presence is crucial for your big celebration like family members and close friends. The first round of invites goes out to them at least a couple of months in advance.
The B-list has the names of those who you care for and would want to be present at your celebration but then again their presence isn't absolutely crucial such as colleagues, distant family, etc. Send them your invites after you start receiving RSVPs from you're A-list guests. That way you will not exceed your maximum count or budget.
Set a criteria to make it to the list; it's as simple as that. Sounds cruel but it is what it is. For example, if you don't want kids at the party or if you have never met or spoken before or if you haven't spoken to the person in a long time or simply because they are on the lost because you felt bad leaving them out; cut them all out. Harsh, yes, but it is effective. This may be extreme but again its subjective and hopefully might give you an idea for some of your own strict rules!
There is no need to be generous with invites if you can't afford them. That means learning to say no to friends and family over plus ones and additional extra guest add-ons. This is your wedding and you get to decide who is important and who isn't; set your boundaries.
The key to not completely losing it in this process is to stay focused and keeping track of everything. A lot of couples really found it helpful getting a planner with spreadsheets so you can jot down pointers and tick off things as you go. Try to keep track of RSVPs as well so you know who to consider next on the list in the case of cancellation.
This rather long and tedious journey goes through its ups and downs but the thing that often gets to almost everyone is how despite ticking things of your list, more and more things continue to get added and the next thing you know, you have twenty other things to take care of. It's challenging to say the least. To make sure you don't lose it before the big day, follow these crucial tips to keep everything running smoothly.
Thank you for reading this article and I hope it has helped you in some way! If you would like to find out some more helpful information about weddings and wedding planning check out my blog.
Here is also some information about how I approach a wedding as a UK wide and destination wedding photographer.


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Minister of Water Resources, Suleiman Adamu, said on Thursday that the proposed water bill was designed to improve water resources in Nigeria thereby attracting more private sector investments to the sector.
He, thus, appealed to lawmakers to expedite action and pass the bill, stressing that it will aid in the provision of certain essential services that the Federal Government allocation could not meet.
Adamu who spoke at the 27th regular meeting of the National Council on Water Resources (NCWR), held in Abuja, on Thursday, said the Bill has generated a lot of controversy by those who may not have proper understanding of its contents and merit.
He explained that the only way through which Nigerians can benefit adequately from water resources is through the bill, thus amplifying the calls for sensitisation of the citizens and other stakeholders on the bill.
He said: "The Ministry has outlined action plan to create awareness on the bill. I, therefore, urge the Council to collaborate with us to educate stakeholders within their domain. The passage of the bill, undoubtedly, will stimulate private sector investment as the Federal Government budgetary allocation can no longer meet up with the demands of this essential services to all Nigerians.
"It has been a herculean task, but we are determined and unrelenting in our quest to improve access to potable water, sanitation and hygiene, enhance food security through irrigation agriculture and the implementation of water resources projects and programmes to tackle the problems of unemployment and insecurity challenges facing Nigeria.
"In this regard, the Ministry is poised to consolidate on past gains to set the water sector on enviable path."
FCT Minister, Muhammad Bello, in his remarks agreed that some content of water bill is being misunderstood by most Nigerians, hence the resistance from different stakeholders.
He, therefore, urged the Ministry of Water Resources to intensify advocacy and enlightenment in a way it will be understood by all.
"There is a need for you the members of the Council to take ownership of the bill and to be able to explain in very clear terms the importance of the legislature for people to really understand the potentials that abound therein."
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Holiday lets investigated for flouting COVID-19 closure orders
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Cornwall Council has worked to ensure that accommodation providers are shut to holidaymakers as part of the COVID-19 pandemic response.
The overwhelming majority of holiday accommodation providers such as self- catering businesses, bed and breakfasts, caravan parks, hotels, campsites and holiday homes, closed their doors last month as a result of the Government ordering all non-essential businesses to stop operating and for everyone to stay at home and avoid unessential travel.
But over the weekend the Council's Public Protection team received around 200 reports from residents alleging that some holiday lets were still open to people visiting Cornwall.
After investigations the majority of premises contacted have now complied, including:
A number of Airbnb properties which were shut on Friday evening despite incorrect information on the booking platform's website;
Two glamping sites;
Several premises which agreed to send guests home after being contacted
A campsite and other premises which have confirmed they are now closed;
A holiday cottages letting agency which has now ordered all guests to leave and cancelled upcoming bookings.
Officers are phoning businesses to investigate complaints, followed up with written warnings.
On-site visits are made when businesses fail to comply, or evidence is needed.
Last week the Council wrote to all holiday accommodation owners, letting agents and booking platforms in Cornwall to ask for their cooperation in complying with the closure orders.
There are a number of exemptions which allow some holiday accommodation businesses to remain open, for example to provide accommodation for key workers, NHS staff and for health and care use.
Rob Nolan, Cornwall Council's portfolio holder for environment and public protection, said: "We have been following up all complaints over the weekend and continue to do so today to protect our communities and protect our NHS resources. Thank you to everyone who has contacted us about this matter.
"Some complaints will require further investigation over the coming days and some will also require physical visits to check and possibly to take action, but the vast majority of complaints received have revealed no non-compliance with the new laws to close certain businesses or the accommodation provider was happy to take our advice and close.
"We need everyone to stay at home so we can fight this health crisis together but our message to visitors is to please come back to Cornwall when all this is over."
Malcolm Bell, Chief Executive of Visit Cornwall, said: "I pleased that almost all tourism accommodation providers are complying with the law, that said it is still very disappointing that some were found to be flouting the orders of the Government.
"I would like to thank Cllr Rob Nolan and the Cornwall Council staff for their investigations over the weekend and I would ask the public to keep vigilant and report any further properties that they suspect may be defying the law.
"I would also ask that people not jump to suspicions or make adverse comments online or in person to anyone they suspect, as many will still be operating to house key workers, health and care staff and the homeless – so please report, but do not jump to the wrong conclusion."
Alison Hernandez, Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, said: "I am delighted that the proactive approach taken by Cornwall Council, which engaged businesses early in this issue, has had a significant effect, with the vast majority of accommodation providers complying with these regulations and some becoming part of the solution by providing temporary homes for critical workers and victims of crime.
"Unfortunately, there will always be a minority who do flout the regulations, both police and local authority partners need to be robust in dealing with them to ensure that we save lives and protect the NHS at this most vital time in our response to this crisis."
Campsites and caravan parks are now closed but Council officers have also ordered people in campervans and caravans in Council car parks to leave.
Motorhomes, campers and vans parked on roads would fall under the remit of Devon and Cornwall Police.
Cornwall Council is requesting people reporting accommodation providers who may be breaking the law to give as much information as possible including a precise address, the name of the accommodation or owner and a telephone number or email address if known.
Please see our how to report a concern page
Story posted on 7 April, 2020


Class-IV Powerful Possum on the Lower Kern is a soaker of a rapid and is an ideal way to finish your day as our riverside camp is just downstream. Look closely and you'll notice buffalo rock in the background too. Printed on a soft cotton t-shirt.
Back of shirt features a small KRO logo.


Enjoy your first Golden State breakfast in the Ballroom of Hotel Californian followed by a "state-of-the-state" overview of where California wines are today and where they sit in the world of wine. California's Secretary of Agriculture, Karen Ross will share an update on what's happening politically speaking in the Golden State and more following breakfast. Wine Institute's VP International Marketing, Linsey Gallagher will offer key figures on California's wine industry.


Nuplex Construction Products becomes sole distributor for BASF's Construction Systems (NZ).
Sydney, Australia – May 8, 2013 – BASF's construction chemicals business markets the leading products for performance flooring, performance grouts, concrete repair & protection, and waterproofing in Australia and New Zealand. Starting from May 1, 2013, Nuplex Construction Products will be exclusively distributing this range in New Zealand.
Angus Peruzzo, Business Director Construction Chemicals, BASF Australia and New Zealand, said, "Nuplex Construction Products have a strong presence in the New Zealand market with branches in both islands. They have a professional organization experienced in selling and distributing their own range of products to the construction industry, and are considered one of the country's best suppliers. We believe that combining their strengths with our leading products will result in better service for the New Zealand construction industry and significant growth."


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Jiangzhang railway station () is a railway station in Jiangzhang, Fufeng County, Baoji, Shaanxi, China. It opened in 1936 on the Longhai railway. Passenger services were suspended in 2004. In September 2022, it was announced that passenger services would be restored in early September. However, the service started later, with three trains each way introduced on 10 November 2022.

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Railway stations in Shaanxi

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These were the most popular things to include on your dating profile this year
There are more Theresa May fans than we first thought...
By Sophie Thompson
Professional dog-mom and beauty lover. Not at the same time. @sophthompson
For all you singletons out there - most of us have experienced the perils of laying in bed (when we should definitely be sleeping) swiping left and (rarely) right on the OG of Millennial dating apps - Tinder.
But what should you *actually* be including in that trusty bio to bag yourself a match? The app has released a Year in Swipe report with the most-used topics and trends from 2019, because sometimes, a profile picture in an Instagrammable bar just isn't enough.
The Facepalm
Much like the most of this year, the most popular used emoji was the face palm. Not the fire emoji, not the loving touch of a red heart, but a big fat hand over the face - and there was a more people using this than you'd expect. 2019 saw a whopping 41% increase in the emoji in bios, with 50% of Gen-Z users adding it in, and we're guessing it was probably either caused by Love Island results or Greggs vegan sausage roll. You decide.
The CEO of dating app Hinge shares his insider hacks for finding love online
Kiran Meeda
Baby, how you feeling? Single as hell? Well, not for much longer, because Queen Lizzo was the top artist for users with the Spotify feature added to their profile, just to let potential matches know that WE DON'T NEED NO MAN. (We do, that's why we have the app)
Everything that Sex and the City taught us about sex and love
"I love you, but I love me more"
Gen-Z's WOKE level
While millennials are typically known for their boujee avocado on toast obsession, the younger users have grown up, dare we say, a LOT quicker than the rest of us? With veganism, politics and climate change among the hot topics of Gen-Z, Tinder have found that they're more likely to mention activism and looking for a partner to change the world with, than millennials, who typically want a travel partner. "Vegan" and "Brexit" were also the top trending phrases in bios during 2019.
Gen-Z are taking over, and they're not afraid to let their potential bae know about it.
Top dating app profile tips from a professional matchmaker
Jen Garside
...Theresa May?
Yep, you read that right. Out of the top six women mentioned in Tinder bios, former Prime Minister, Mrs May, made the cut. We can't quite figure out whether it's her dance moves as she runs through fields of wheat, or simply a way of marking your territory when it comes to politics, but she dominated alongside other notable figures, including Ariana Grande, iconic TV character Fleabag, and Greta Thunberg.
Gen-Z were also more likely to mention political fiascos than their millennial counterparts, who were found to be more focused on hitting the gym - however, they were more likely to use "it is what it is" in their bios than the cardio-lovers out there, showing that perhaps, they don't *actually* care all that much and just have a laugh about it. Curls don't get the girls, activism does.
Is love *really* blind? Why physical attraction isn't the be all and end all of relationships anymore
One writer weighs in.
Unsurprisingly, in true Grease fashion, June was the hottest month for matches with summer lovin' taking its true form. It was also Pride month, and 30% more people used Tinders "more genders" feature than in 2018 to express themselves. The use of the rainbow emoji also increased 15% and people weren't afraid to show it off.
These are the best dating apps out there to help you find love in lockdown
Bianca London
Love is local!
It can feel almost deflating when you've been swiping for hours without a single match, but if you're living in any of the following cities, love could be just around the corner. Literally.
Glasgow, Birmingham, Liverpool, London and Leicester were found to be the fastest-growing spots for swipes - and hey, who doesn't fancy themselves a Lewis Capaldi? Scotts are the next big thing.
Here's to us all finding our perfect swipe in 2020.
Here are the best dating apps to find love RN. Need profile tips? Here are the top tips from Tinder on how to have the best dating app profile.
Cooking up a feast this Christmas Day? These were BBC Food's most popular festive recipes last year (and the top one might surprise you)
Your festive menu, sorted.
These were the books that repeatedly sold out on Amazon this year (and most have been written by female authors!) - but how many have you read?
Your 2021 reading list is looking mega.
H&M's next designer collaboration is with Simone Rocha (and you don't have to wait long for the launch!)
High-Street
The high street's most epic collab to date?
These were the 10 most searched-for celebrity fashion moments of 2020
You mean we *weren't* all wearing loungewear?


Autoptimize "makes optimizing your site really easy. It can aggregate, minify and cache scripts and styles, injects CSS in the page head by default (but can also defer), moves and defers scripts to the footer and minifies HTML", thank you to the plugin authors they have done a great job in making this plugin available and free for everyone. The plugin is almost perfect but Autoptimize does not have its proper cache purging mechanism, "as this could remove optimized CSS/JS which is still referred to in other caches, which would break your site".
Autoptimize plugin cache size can grow out of control rapidly before you can notice and that can become a huge problem for your WordPress site. On this post you will find two different approaches to tackle this "issue".
The code snippet below added to your theme functions .php will limit the Autoptimize cache to 256MB.
header("Refresh:0"); # Refresh the page so that autoptimize can create new cache files and it does breaks the page after clearall.
This code snippet below added to your theme functions .php will schedule cron jobs to delete the cache every week and month. This code snippet is a bit different from the above this code only cleans up the cache it doesn't limit the size of it.
I have tried this on my site.
Thank you for passing by on my website and for trying to use my code snippet. What is the log output of your cronjob?
Do you know if this would clear all the caches on a multisite network if Autoptimize is active network-wide or just the primary site?
Hi Tony, thank you for your comment and for passing by on my website. You can pack this code snippet into a plugin and activate the plugin network-wide. Let me know if you need help to do that.
Where should I post the code. Htaccess?


On November 17 economist Chen Shin-hui, assistant research fellow at the Center for Economic Forecasting, part of the Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research (CIER), offered a lively presentation and discussion on the state of Taiwan's and the world's economy. As the compiler of CIER's Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), a monthly survey of Taiwan's major industries that is widely viewed as a leading indicator of the economic health of the manufacturing sector, Chen has a comprehensive view of Taiwan's economy.
Chen noted that Taiwan has benefited from the recent global upturn in growth and trade. The global economy is looking to post higher growth rates in 2017 – in the vicinity of 3.6% on the strength of modest growth in the United States (2.17%), the Eurozone (2.22%), and China (6.8%), according to the Global Insights website. Chen noted that Global Insights remains particularly bullish on anticipated tax cuts and business growth in the United States. The OECD, meanwhile, though more cautious, likewise sees broad-based recovery throughout the economies it tracks.
This global recovery has resulted in a 20-month long expansion in Taiwan's exports, up 13% in year-to-date annual comparisons as of October, according to the Bureau of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA).
The PMI tracked by Chen reflects this upward trend, coming in at 57.7, although it fell a slight 1.7% from September's 58.7. Anything over 50 is considered expansion. Chen noted that both New Export Orders and Industrial Production Indexes also recorded healthy scores of 58.6 and 57.9, respectively, although both were down slightly from the previous month. What's more, this expansion was seen in all of Taiwan's major industrial sectors.
Taiwan's exports were up 13% for the year through October, to US$259 billion, according to figures released by MOEA's Bureau of Foreign Trade. Taiwan's crucial Machinery and Electronic Equipment sector, which contributes 54.8% of total exports, has also surged by 14.8% for the year to date, to US$144.4 billion, on the strength of IT exports, especially components for the new smartphone offerings from Apple. Trade to all major partners was up, with exports to China (together with Hong Kong), representing 40.5% of the total, up 15.9% year-to-date. Exports to the United States, 11.6% of the total, were up 9.6%, while trade with ASEAN, an important focus of Taiwan's trade policy and 17.9% of total exports, were up 3%.
Chen noted that despite these rosy numbers, Taiwan's economy still faces major challenges, so far preventing it from meeting its full potential. Despite the massive contraction Taiwan experienced in the recession of 2009, it failed to diversify its trade partners to reduce its overreliance on cross-Strait trade, resulting in a downturn in exports whenever China's economy slows, and leaving it vulnerable to trade declines as China's domestic supply chain upgrades and gains competitiveness against Taiwanese manufacturers.
Even more significantly, Taiwan's non-export sectors remain underdeveloped and sluggish. More than two-thirds of Taiwan's GDP comes from services, but more than two-thirds of the economic growth is tied to exports, pointing to weakness in the service economy and an overreliance on trade.
Taiwan's Non-Manufacturing Index (NMI), which tracks the service economy, is likewise up –with growth seen in several major components, including Finance and Insurance, Transportation and Storage, and Education. But costs have also risen this year by 2 percentage points, indicating upward pressure, causing a decline in activity in several categories, including Construction and Real Estate. Cross-Strait tensions are also playing a role, with Chinese tourism down significantly. Chen noted that while many have observed that the drop in Chinese tourism numbers has been offset by visitors from other countries, the Chinese tourists are particularly lucrative for the Taiwan market, as they tend to stay longer and spend more.
She also noted that recent legislation, particularly the newly amended Labor Standards Act, is also impacting costs across the economy in both manufacturing and service industries.
Chen's diagnosis of the problems facing Taiwan came complete with some suggestions for how to improve its prospects. Liberalizing the financial sector was one, as well as encouraging the government to consult more with industry on how to improve conditions.
U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania had what was widely considered a pleasant and productive trip to China on November 8-9. The First Couple were given a tour of Beijing's Forbidden City, Trump oversaw the signing of letters of intent for US$250 billion in trade deals by U.S. business executives who accompanied him, and he praised both China's President Xi Jinping for his leadership and China for its surging economy.
While the two presidents discussed a range of issues including North Korea, Taiwan wasn't on the agenda, and that was fine with the Tsai administration. Some political commentators feared that Trump might use Taiwan as a bargaining chip to gain trade concessions from China or more support in handling North Korea. The United States adheres to a "One-China Policy" but also supports Taiwan's right to self-determination and is Taiwan's main defense supporter. Trump upended 40 years of U.S. policy even before he took the oath of office by taking a phone call from Taiwan's President Tsai before he was inaugurated.
Relations between China and Taiwan have been put on ice ever since Tsai's election, with direct communication channels between the two rivals across the Taiwan Straits suspended and tourism from China drastically cut, though trade remains strong.
Stating that "spreading pro-democracy ideas is not a crime," Taiwan's Presidential Office expressed regret at the verdict a Chinese court handed down on Taiwanese human rights activist Lee Ming-che on November 28, sentencing him to five years' imprisonment on charges of "subversion of state power." It was an unsurprising end to what critics have called another sham trial in China.
Lee, 42, who worked for Taiwanese organizations advocating democracy and human rights, was arrested when entering China in March. He went on trial in Hunan province in September after 170 days in detention, during which he was not allowed to see his family and had a lawyer appointed by the court.
He pleaded guilty to charges of subverting state power by promoting Western-style democracy using online messaging groups, and said that he had been misled by inaccurate portrayals of China in Taiwanese media in the past. Lee's wife told the Taiwanese public earlier that any such confession given by her husband could only have been given under duress. Mainland Chinese activist Peng Yuhua was tried alongside Lee, pleaded guilty to similar charges, and was sentenced to seven years in prison.
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) welcomed the appointment of Randall Schriver, president of the Project 2049 Institute and a staunch supporter of Taiwan, to be Assistant Secretary of Defense for Asian and Pacific Affairs, stating it hopes Schriver can further advance Taiwan-US relations.
Schriver had previously served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs from 2003 to 2005 under Richard Armitage, during which time he reiterated U.S. support for the Taiwan Relations Act. He later took the helm at the Project 2049 Institute, a U.S. think tank focused on security trends in Asia, which has done considerable research on cross-Strait relations.
In response to Schriver's support for Taiwan, in 2005 he was awarded the Order of the Brilliant Star with Violet Grand Cordon, Taiwan's highest non-military honor. Schriver has visited Taiwan frequently.
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Multicolor pure georgette pakistani salwar kameez designed with resham, zari and patch border work. Available with santoon bottom and pure dupatta. (Slight variation in color.) Its a pretty churidar suit for wear on Party, Festival, Ceremony and Reception. Georgette Fabric and Multi color, Embroidery, Lace work used to make this stylish suit.


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Uncapped Pathum Nissanka included as Sri Lanka announce Test squad for West Indies Tour
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Sri Lanka announced their 17-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against West Indies, starting from 21st March in Antigua.
Opener Dimuth Karunaratne, who missed the home series against England due to thumb fracture, has fully recovered from injury and will lead the side for the Test series in the Caribbean. Before the Test series, he will also captain Sri Lanka for the three-match ODI series against West Indies.
All-rounder Dhananjaya de Silva has also recovered from injury and included in the Test squad for the two-match series. He suffered from a thigh injury during Sri Lanka's tour of Sri Lanka played last year.
On the other hand, uncapped batsman Pathum Nissanka is expected to make his Test debut for Sri Lanka against West Indies. The 22-year old has been a consistent performer in the domestic competition and has a splendid average of 67.54 in first-class cricket. Earlier this month, he featured for Sri Lanka in the three-match T20I series played against West Indies.
Express pacer Lahiru Kumara has been ruled out of the Test series after being tested positive for Covid-19. Kasun Rajitha has been named as a replacement for Kumara for this two-match Test series. The pacer suffered a hamstring injury in the Boxing Day Test against South Africa played at Centurion last year.
Middle-order batsman, Minod Bhanuka, has been dropped after not doing much with the bat against South Africa and England.
Initially picked for the Test series, Former Captain and all-rounder Angelo Matthews will not be available after returning home to Sri Lanka to address a personal matter. Roshen Silva, Pathum Nissanka and Dasun Shanaka have been included in the Test squad in order to provide Sri Lanka plenty of options in the batting department.
Sri Lanka's Test squad: Dimuth Karunaratne (captain), Dinesh Chandimal, Lahiru Thiramanne, Niroshan Dickwella. Roshen Silva, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Oshada Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Ramesh Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Lasith Embuldeniya, Vishwa Fernando, Asitha Fernando, Suranga Lakmal, Dushmantha Chameera, Angelo Matthews (withdrawn).
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India annouce ODI, T20 squads for Australia series
Salman Butt in line for comeback in Test Squad for West Indies
Off-spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman re-signs with Brisbane Heat for coming BBL season


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Saturday Sampler December 9th
Published on December 9, 2017 December 9, 2017 by The Revue (Staff)
And it all comes to an end… well, sort of. The Saturday Sampler December 9th edition is our very last mini-playlist of 2017. There's still the Weekend Showcase tomorrow that runs down this past week in music plus our Mega, Mega Playlist of our favorite songs that we will share on New Year's Eve. In addition, we'll be sharing our Year-End Lists starting next week. The mini-playlists, however, won't return until Monday, January 8th. We leave you with 10 songs that summarize how great a year 2017 was for music.
Gibraltar – "Viper In A Vacuum" (Seattle, USA)
RIYL: The Pixies, The Rural Alberta Advantage, The Hold Steady
Seattle is one of the world's best music cities, so it's no surprise to find amazing talents there who leave you in awe. We have been ardent fans of Gibraltar since their 2013 debut EP, Storms. That was an appropriately titled album since their music is as raw, fierce, and unrelenting as a hurricane. They create a massive wall of sound that make The Pixies and The Hold Steady seem quiet. But it's not just their volume that is impressive: their latest single has that indescribable Wow! factor in spades. Just crank up "Viper In a Vacuum" and you'll understand.
If your soul craves pure indie rock & roll that blazes a new path, look no further. From the first drumbeats to the final, fuzzed-out layers of guitar and bass, "Viper In a Vacuum" reminds you why you fell in love with music in the first place. Gibraltar provide an endorphin rush so real you'll be shouting "Hell yeah!" before Aaron Starkey sings one note. His powerhouse vocals and the vibrant energy of Holly Houser's keys provide dynamic depth while the driving percussion and bass make Gibraltar one of the best indie bands around. It's high time the rest of the world discovers one of Seattle's best-kept secrets.
This single (along with their previous releases) is available on Bandcamp.
Gibraltar are: Aaron Starkey (guitar/vocals), Holly Houser (piano), Nick Biscardi (drums), and Ryan Leyva (bass).
Half Japanese – "Why Not" (Uniontown, MD, USA)
RIYL: Nirvana, Parquet Courts, Sonic Youth
Half Japanese are one of those timeless bands that continue to be relevant and revolutionary, decade after decade. While some younger music fans may not know their name, their sound may be familiar. After all, this is a group whose influence on modern indie rock is almost incalculable: their music is imprinted into the sonic DNA of grunge and punk, from Nirvana to Parquet Courts. After 40 years together, they have earned the title of indie legends. But they're not resting on their laurels, and their "Why Not" single is testament to that fact.
"Why Not" is three minutes of unrelenting, punk-infused, cathartic release. It's jangly and jubilant, full of psychedelic swirls of guitar that could lead to delirium or a concussion, if your head-banging goes unchecked. But holy hell, is it addictive! If you're new to the magic of Half Japanese, don't just listen passively to this tune: dive in deep. Trust us: you won't regret it.
Look for Half Japanese's Why Not LP (their 17th studio album!) when Fire Records releases it January 19th. You can pre-order it from the label or Bandcamp.
Half Japanese are Jad Fair, Mick Hobbs, Gilles Rieder, John Sluggett, and Jason Willett.
ILUKA – "Sympathy" (Sydney, Australia)
RIYL: Nicole Atkins, Elle King, Dolly Parton
By the age of 21, Nikki Thornburn – a.k.a. ILUKA – had released three EPs and completed a headlining tour across Australia. And this is just the tip of the iceberg! Before these accomplishments, she lived in various places in Europe, including in an attic in Paris after she went broke. No wonder when listening to her retro soul-pop music she sounds much older beyond her years.
Now 25, Thornburn is embarking on a new chapter, which is becoming Australia's next big thing. Her new single, "Sympathy", will sure get the folks Down Under and abroad to take notice of her soulful vocals, her classic approach, and her intelligent and poignant songwriting. As the horns, guitar, and rhythms blast in the background to give the track a Mardi Gras-meets-Motown vibe, Thornburn's booming voice takes center stage, and her words deliver a knockout blow to her generation. This song isn't about her, but rather she speaks out against how so many of her peers are driven and controlled by technology and the human side is all lost. In other words, she's written her own "Sympathy for the Devil" but with a modern twist. This young woman is indeed more than meets the eye and mature beyond her age.
LOLAWOLF – "Baby I'm Dyin'" (Brooklyn, USA)
RIYL: Chairlift, Janelle Monae, Santigold
Most people recognize Zoë Kravitz as either for her acting in Max Max: Fury Road and HBO's Big Little Lies or as the daughter of musician Lenny Kravitz and actor Lisa Bonet. Few realize she is the voice of indie R&B/electropop outfit LOLAWOLF , along with drummer/producer Jimmy Giannopoulos. Her new single proves she inherited musical talents from her parents while still creating her own signature sound.
The last time we featured a new LOLAWOLF song was back in March 2016. It's been almost three years since their everyfuckinday EP, so the arrival of this new tune means a new full-length effort is in the works.
"Baby I'm Dyin" is a lush and sensual downtempo soundtrack to an evening under the stars. Kravitz displays her vocal prowess here with intimate delivery and impeccable style. Even if electropop isn't your usual genre, it's hard to deny the appeal of this tune.
This single is available now on iTunes via Innit Recordings.
Psychic Markers – "Hardly Strangers" (London, England)
RIYL: Broken Social Scene, Phosphorescent, Spoon
What???!!! That was our expression when learning that London-based quintet Psychic Markers will release their sophomore album, Hardly Strangers, on February 23rd via Bella Union (pre-order it now at the label's store or Bandcamp). First of all, the band has a very small following, which just blows us away because they're creating some really cool and interesting music. Second, how could almost the entire world not know about this band, including us until now? Third, how again did their debut album fly under the radar? In the immortal words of Vizzini, this is "inconceivable"! Better late than never, right?
The other day, Psychic Markers shared the lead single from the new LP, the splendid title track. "Hardly Strangers" is difficult to describe because it is extremely complex. It is like three, maybe four songs combined into one. At first, it commences like one of Phosphorescent's intimate, neo-psych-folk songs and then turns into a post-rock, glacial hum a la Sigur Rós. Following the bridge, the second half starts off like the cathartic and expressive indie pop-rock of Broken Social Scene and then it builds and builds and builds into a Spoon-like anthem. It's a sensational and mind-blowing song that needs to be repeated over and over again to truly appreciate the band's brilliance. After you spin it a few times, you, too, might be asking, "What?!"
Queue – "Aimless Kid" (Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia, USA)
RIYL: Daughter, Miya Folick, London Grammar
It seems like yesterday when Queue arrived at our virtual doorstep and shared their stunning debut single, "Falling Into Skies". It was one of those rare moments where a debut single had us saying "Wow" and "We have to share this". We should have realized at the moment that these four friends who met at Penn State would continue to blow us away with their music and, thus, become one of our all-time favorite hidden gems. Like the day we first heard them some 20 months ago, they once again have us in awe with their new single.
"Aimless Kid" is an emotional train wreck, and it is a gorgeous experience. With the dark undertones of Daughter and the devastating lyricism of Miya Folick, Queue have crafted a song that will pulverize your heart and rattle your bones. The brooding yet beautiful soundscape is breathtaking while Olivia Price's incredibly lush vocals will have all those who hear her melt in her presence. As stunning as this song is, Price's story is crippling, as she tells the story of a girl who has been abused, manipulated, and discarded. It's an incredibly powerful story of how the actions of a few can destroy a life.
Queue are Olivia Price, Tyler Ringland, Aida Mekonnen, and Steve Vannell. This little band is too good to remain unsigned.
Rhye – "Count To Five" (Toronto, Canada and Los Angeles, USA)
RIYL: Rhye
Is there another band like Rhye, the project of Canadian-born singer-songwriter and vocalist Mike Milosh and Danish multi-instrumentalist Robin Hannibal? The only other group that can match the duo's alluring and sensational music is Cigarettes After Sex, which, if you think about it, would be a fantastic double headliner on a bill. While this past year CAS stunned us with their long-awaited debut album, Rhye is set to do the same in 2018 when their new album, Blood, is released February 2nd via Loma Vista Recordings. This will mark Rhye's first album since their gorgeous 2013 effort, Woman.
Rhye have already shared a couple of songs from the LP – the orgasmic "Please" and the titillating "Taste". With "Count To Five", they return more to their roots in delivering a sultry, groovy, cinematic indie number that will leave listeners in a state of bliss. The bass line in this song is jaw-dropping delicious, and the addition of the strings adds a layer of mystery. Milosh's vocals are enchanting as he recounts a story of want and lust. But is it someone that he seeks or is something the object of his desire?
Milosh and Hannibal are heading out on a worldwide tour early in 2018. Dates and information are available here.
Ruby Boots – "It's So Cruel" (Nashville, USA via Perth, Australia)
RIYL: Nikki Lane, Shovels & Rope, Lucinda Williams
Get to know Ruby Boots now, because she won't be an emerging artist for long. Soon the world will know and love this incredible rising talent who is destined for stardom. The proof is in her scorching debut single, "It's So Cruel."
An irresistible hybrid of Margo Price, Brandi Carlisle, and Grace Potter, what you get here is the whole package. Ruby Boots (the moniker of Australian singer Bex Chilcott) fuses elements of alt-country with blues, punk, and old-school rock that gets your pulse racing. Her twangy, sassy vocals sound like they belong to a Nashville native, so it makes since that she relocated there from Perth, Western Australia, when she was just a teenager. Since then she has been honing her sound and in 2015 released her debut album, Solitude. But it's this single from her upcoming Don't Talk About It that should make her a household name.
Ruby Boots doesn't belong to any one genre; her sound is simply too large to be confined to any traditional labels. That's why she's on our list of Artists to Watch in 2018 and beyond.
Don't Talk About It arrives February 9th via Bloodshot Records. Pre-orders available at the label store.
Violetta Zironi – "Toast" (London, England via Correggio, Italy)
RIYL: Hope Sandoval, June Carter, Julia Jacklin
Violetta Zironi is trying to do something that very few artists have been able to do – achieve success in Italy and the US. Sure, plenty of opera singers have been able to do it, but very few Italian pop, rock, folk, and country singers have been able to translate the popularity in their home country to the very touch English-speaking market. With an incredibly lush voice, a classic country-folk approach, and heartfelt stories with which everyone can empathize, the 22-year-old Italian has the potential to be the one who breaks through. Her new single, "Toast", will make you a believer.
Who would believe that the simple breakfast staple could be turned into a stunning and beautiful ballad that will make your heart melt? The song sounds more like it came from the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee or the Blue Mountains of Australia than it did from a young woman who hails from an unknown Italian municipality. Zironi's lyrics are clever and imaginative, and their impact is heightened by her remarkable voice.
"So are you going to make me that toast
Because I'm not ready to go
If you're just a speed bump
Then I'll get over you."
For us, though, we're not ready to get over Zironi; instead we'll be following Italy's answer to Hope Sandoval quite closely. The US will get to meet her in March when she plays SXSW.
Zironi's debut English-speaking EP, Half Moon Lane, will be released in February.
Written Years – "Lost In You Now" (Vancouver, Canada)
RIYL: The Wombats, Said The Whale, City Calm Down
Written Years' story is one made for the movies. After forming in 2013 and releasing a well-received debut album, three of the band's four band members experienced unthinkable hardships. Frontman Wade Ouellet experienced sudden speech loss, causing him to live in near-isolation for months. Alex Richardson and Kane Enders, meanwhile, endured the unexpected losses of immediate family members. All this happened at a time when the band was preparing the release of its sophomore album, which was expected to launch them onto every Canadian's radar. Nearly three years later, Ouellet, Richardson, and Enders along with Brian Dyck regrouped and completely re-wrote their new album. Yesterday, they unveiled the lead single, "Lost In You Now".
Two words come immediately to mind in hearing this song: emphatic and triumphant. Through the '80s-esque buzzing synths, the crystalline chimes of the electric guitar, and the sizzling rhythms, "Lost In You Now" is a statement made by four gifted musicians that they will overcome and persist through even the darkest and most desperate moments. It is the soundtrack for anyone who has suffered and fought to have their own voice heard. Exhilarating, uplifting, and hopeful, Written Years have delivered the perfect song for these chaotic times. It is also the perfect way to end our 2017.
Written Years are Wade Ouellet (vocals/keys/guitar), Kane Enders (drums/percussion), Brian Dyck (bass/synths), and Alex Richardson (guitar/vocals). Album #2 arrives in early 2018.
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Each year, approximately 0.6% of Montana graduates receive degrees in design. That means an estimated 101 designers graduate from Montana's 7 design schools each year.
Montana State University-Northern, which is located in Havre, is the top-ranked school in Montana that has a design program. It received a ranking of 47th in the country in 2010. In 2010, 3 students graduated from Montana State University-Northern's design program. Students at Montana State University-Northern paid $5,480 per year in tuition fees.
Montana State University, which is located in Bozeman, is the second-ranked school in Montana that has a design program. It received a ranking of 69th in the country in 2010. In 2010, Montana State University graduated 68 students from its design program. Montana State University charged in-state students $6,168 in tuition fees per year.
The third-ranked school in Montana that has a design program is Montana Tech of the University of Montana. Montana Tech of the University of Montana, which was ranked 72nd in the country in 2010, is located in Butte. Tuition at Montana Tech of the University of Montana was $6,162 per year.
Design schools in Montana, charge students an average tuition of $4,410 per year. But, tuition can be as much as $6,168 per year, or as little as $3,024 per year. In 2010, the design schools that charged the highest tuition rates in Montana were:
Montana State University - located in Bozeman, students are charged $6,168 per year
Montana Tech of the University of Montana - located in Butte, students are charged $6,162 per year
Montana State University-Northern - located in Havre, students are charged $5,480 per year
The following Montana design schools had the lowest tuition rates:
Montana State University-Great Falls College of Technology - located in Great Falls, students are charged $3,024 per year
University of Montana-Helena College of Technology - located in Helena, students are charged $3,030 per year
Miles Community College - located in Miles City, students are charged $3,420 per year
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Bob Friedman told the story of the first "Butler Koshland Fellowship" during an interview in February, 2012:
I met Lew Butler in 1971. I'd just graduated from college and taken the LSAT, but looked around the room and figured that the world couldn't really need that many lawyers. I asked my grandfather Dan Koshland what I should do with my life he told me to go see Lew. When I asked him what Lew did, he said he didn't know, but that "he's like you—he wants to change the world." I followed his advice and made an appointment to meet with Lew. He invited me to his home, made me feel comfortable immediately and made several suggestions about other people I could meet and speak with. I went home and mulled it all over, then surprised Lew by returning a few weeks later and announcing, "I know what I want to do—I want to work for you." To which he replied, "but I don't have a job for you." I told him "we'll just have to figure that out." And we did. Lew created a special fellowship at the Health Policy Program at UCSF for me and off we went to Washington DC where we flirted with changing health policy for the country. The idea for the Butler Koshland Fellowships was born then, though it wouldn't become a reality for twenty-five years. Although our project in DC ultimately didn't work out because all of our funding requests were turned down, (which Lew took as an opportunity to teach me my first fundraising lesson: "No is the prelude to yes"), the mentorship did—it was a life-changing experience for me. From Lew I had gained my first experience in health policy and foundation fundraising, but more importantly I had learned that it was possible to create something new and that working on social change could actually be fun! Without the fellowship, I wouldn't have had the strength or the sense of freedom to start my own venture, which I eventually did with the Corporation for Enterprise Development an organization I founded in 1979 to create jobs and economic opportunity for folks that are too often constrained to the margins of the economy. That first mentorship experience with Lew also helped instill in me a lifelong habit of seeking out various mentors, a practice that has been invaluable throughout my life.
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Norfolk - we do diff'rent!
Wow Tim and I thought mine were doing well! What variety and when were they planted please?
Another fantastic picture!.....so sorry tim to have put you to so much trouble.......how tho, can a thread go missing? ???
Will I have to keep on doing this however tall the potato grows in the pot (like yours I hope) whenever there's likely to be a frost?
Sorry to ask so many questions but learning & need to know!
Better had! If they are outside. Ours, as you can see, are not! Hence their 'precociousness'.
I am trying to keep up with you!
You'll win - having half killed mine (now in flower) by over-watering!!
Better alive than dead, Kitty!
My - don't they look good!....my one that has stems & leaves up above level of compost & top of bucket - stands outside all of the time (covered if frost threatened) seems to be doing well - stems look a bit 'lanky' but guess as more pop thru compost things will 'even up'a bit......the 'other one' I planted slightly later (different variety) I've 'topped up' twice with compost & soil mix but hasn't made any further appearances thru the soil in last few days....I'm wondering why?
I have two pots of pots...one romping away happily and the other one is not.
2nd one was planted a bit later, and it is growing, so think it's just another one of those things you need to be patient about!!
I finished planting my earlies and maincrop yesterday (May4) here in central Scotland. As one new to spud growing, I was guided by Jerry's posts and back on the 21st March I tried planting Red Duke, Sharpes Express, Foremost, Swift, and Lady Chrystl two sets each in big pots outdoors. Red Duke are in the lead ( about 4" tall), Rocket are next, followed by Sharpe's Express. Swift and Lady C. are just showing but there's still no sign of Foremost.


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Global Real-Time Asset Tracking
Spire is a startup that's taking the Internet of Things into space, with constellations of tiny, customized, and easily-replaced satellites called CubeSats.
The CubeSat, first developed in 1999, has become a standardized form factor in academic settings for teaching aerospace and engineering students to build small, cheap spacecraft. Usually 10 centimeters to a side, a CubeSat is essentially a lightweight frame into which you can stuff lightweight electronics — like cameras, gyroscopes, or other sensors — to gather data from low-earth orbit.
Two factors set CubeSats apart from traditional satellites. First, the technology of, say, a Hubble Space Telescope is incredibly sophisticated and purpose-built — and therefore expensive. Second, traditional satellites are designed to occupy precise, high-altitude orbits and remain there for decades, and that means they need additional components to maintain their lofty positions. CubeSats, by contrast, are built with off-the-shelf parts and have a short lifespan, designed to drop out of orbit and burn up in the upper atmosphere after a few years
Spire began life in 2012 as the crowdfunded ArduSat project, which created an open-source platform for building Arduino-powered CubeSats that would make it easy for anyone with a little "maker" spirit to design their own apps and hardware for experimentation in space. After incubating at Lemnos Labs in San Francisco, Spire raised $25 million in series A funding earlier this year.
With large networks of CubeSats listening in on remote parts of the globe for unique RF frequencies, Spire offers the ability to collect data about places and activities that ground-based sensor networks have a hard time covering.
The company's main focus is on the oceans (which are two-thirds of the Earth's surface, after all), where it is developing applications for monitoring illegal fishing, high-seas piracy, and accidents as well as standard asset tracking. Since each individual satellite has a limited lifespan but is cheap and relatively easy to replace, the networks can be updated frequently. In tandem this combination of global coverage and updated technology provides the company and it's subscribers with a unique birds-eye view of the global economy in real-time motion.
Learn more at Spire.com, and check out the video below to see technical details of the original ArduSat.
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*NOTE* This soundtrack does include non-orchestral tracks. These will not be covered in this review. This review is strictly based on the orchestral score.
Ah, Justice League. Many waited for this movie to come for ages and DC finally steps up to deliver it. However, I would like to start this review by pointing out a few things. Firstly, I have yet to see the film. So I'm going into this score with an unbiased view based solely on the music aspect of the film. Secondly, I may be in the minority here, but just as with other soundtracks I've heard, I don't think this is as bad as everyone makes it out to be and a lot of the negative comments regarding it are, to be honest, pretty obscure and small arguments blown out of proportion due to the drama surrounding the actual filming of the movie. (I will go into detail more below). This score is MASSIVE to say the least, coming in at over 20 tracks. And again, I will NOT be commenting on anything regarding the actual film as I have yet to have seen it. Now, onto the review!
Starting off with "The Justice League Theme – Logos", I assume this is to the equivalent of Marvel's film openings/title reveals (which was written by Brian Tyler, fun fact). This short track (coming in at only 0:48) seems to try to set the tone of the over all themes. You have a touch of heroics and grand scale with the brass melody lines. I would like to point out here however, there are certain parts that do indeed remind me of past themes Elfman has written. In this case, mainly the original Spider-Man theme from the Sam Rami trilogy.
"Hero's Theme". This has your typical action/super hero styled music down. Short string sections opening into the brass playing the main themes. You can hear hints of the original Batman theme from Batman 1989 (Tim Burton) mixed in with the new Justice League themes. I believe you can also hear hints at the Hans Zimmer/Junkie XL themes for Batman (Batman v Superman) here as well, albeit a bit more subtle.
"Batman on the Roof". This one is a bit more ominous, for obvious reasons. Batman isn't exactly a bright and lively character. He's more dark driven. You can especially here the original Batman reference here in the theme.
"Enter Cyborg". This cue is much different from most others in this score. This is very toned down and more intimate. Soft pianos and woodwinds fill this up with strings giving great emotional themes and support throughout. It's a nice change and for the most part a much more happy sounding cue. You can almost hear sadness in this one as I assume during the film, this is a big moment for Cyborg trying to deal with what little humanity he has left and seperate himself from machine.
"Wonder Woman Rescue". I won't comment much on this cue but you can hear your typical Elfman styled woodwind stabs in this. Very reminiscent of past quirky films like Nightmare Before Christmas and Corpse Bride. Glad to see the original Wonder Woman theme come in here as well because let's be honest, it's a great theme.
"The Story of Steppenwolf". I can only assume this is a backstory section of the main villain. This does have a very dark feel to it, especially when bringing in the male choir sections. You can clearly hear an orchestral/string version of the quirky theme from Batman v Superman when Lex Luthor is around. So it seems that theme as taken over as inspiration for dark/evil villain themes in the DCU. However, again as with the main Justice League-Logos track, this one seems very similar to the Spider-Man theme from 2001.
"The Tunnel Fight". There's lots to cover on this one, but I will try to be as brief as I can. This one has a LOT of nods to other themes, both in this film and in others all over an action heavy cue. You can clearly hear elements of a new Flash theme developing here (more on that in a bit). You still have the main Justice League theme here as well and you can clearly hear nods to the Batman theme development as well. (More on this in a bit as well). The new Flash theme comes in pretty well a little over half way through this cue. Now, as most have pointed out, it's similar in nature to the Flash theme from the CW show, stylistically. I've seen a lot of people comment on how it's "ripped" off of the show. This is simply not the case. Looking at it from a music standpoint (and being a musician myself), when you create a theme for The Flash, you want it to represent the character. Something fast, light and even "feathery" perhaps. This is done perfectly here, in my opinion. You have the right amount of light and fast with the short string runs and yet the power comes in with the low brass sections. I will also touch on the batman theme in another track below (also a subject of a lot of controversy).
"Home". This I can also imagine as being a part when Superman comes home. Lois and the world for that matter, have thought Superman dead. This cue is everything it needs to be. Soft, soothing and with just enough emotional turmoil to really help feel that emotion come through on the screen. You can almost feel how two people have been reunited after each thought they would never be again. I feel the emotional context was hit almost right on the nose with this cue. Also, while I'm on the subject of emotion, the next cue "Bruce and Diana" I feel is also well done regarding emotional context. Another very soft emotional ballad compared to the rest of the score which is full of gigantic "hero moments". It's nice to be able to take a breather.
…The Batman Theme. Yes, this is a direct snip from the original 1989 Batman film, which Elfman also wrote. Many have argued; it doesn't fit within the universe, it's lazy writing, he ignores all of Hans Zimmer's work, he ignores all of Junkie XL's work. You know what? I think it's glorious that it is used here. Not only is it a bit a fan service (which isn't necessarily a bad thing) but it weaves much better in this action heavy moment than Junkie XL's theme. I will also touch on said complaints. Right now.
First up; "It doesn't fit within the universe". To this I would have to disagree. Sure this is different from Junkie XL's theme from Batman v Superman. But that is the intention. His theme, while touching on one element of the batman character (specifically the dark aspect), just wasn't a heroic theme. It was dark as hell, but it wasn't heroic. At the end of the day, Batman is still a hero, albeit a dark hero. Within the context of the rest of the score being more heroic in nature, this "new" batman theme introduced in the film fits a bit better. The dark, brooding theme I think would sound odd smacked in the middle of the epic and heroic Justice League Theme's and Wonder Woman Theme (which itself is even more heroic sounding than Batman's) or even the Superman Theme from "Man of Steel" (which if you hear in it's full glory, is a very uplifting and heroic theme).
Next; "Lazy Writing". Again I have to disagree. Many people assume that repeating a theme is being lazy. If this is the case, Hans Zimmer has been doing "lazy" writing for the better part of his career in the last decade. The Pirates movies are all based around three main themes (there's 5 films), the Nolan Dark Knight trilogy has two Batman themes written throughout. That's the thing about sequels. You can't create a new theme for every movie as that theme has been tied to a character. So using the argument "lazy writing" isn't a very good one. In this context, if he were to straight up repeat the themes from Hans and Junkie, it would be the same ideals.
Lastly; "He ignores all of Hans Zimmer's and Junkie XL's work". Again this is untrue. Sure he created new themes and theme ideas for the likes of Cyborg, Aquaman, Flash and some villain themes. But he also uses themes from Batman v Superman as well as elements of Man of Steel. While they may not be very direct, but you can clearly hear elements of Junkie XL's Batman theme as well as Hans Zimmer's Superman theme. You can also clearly hear Lex Luthor's quirky theme, given it's in a different light, but it's there. Much of this score was inspired by elements of the previous entries.
While the score itself is a typical action blockbuster score, there are both elements of greatness and elements of mediocrity. What sets this film score apart is the vast amounts of work that was done to try to keep all these themes under one roof, which is no easy task by any means. A typical movie has a main hero theme, a villain theme and maybe a few others but can weave those throughout the narrative. This film has many characters, many with their own thematic ideas. Set aside from the controversy and drama regarding both the film and the music (which I, for one, think was vastly blown out of proportion by many people both critics and fans alike).
All in all, this is a very enjoyable film score.