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Chicago Street Names
List of all Chicago streets with suffixes and minimum and maximum address numbers.
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Traffic Crashes - Crashes
Crash data shows information about each traffic crash on city streets within the City of Chicago limits and under the jurisdiction of Chicago Police Department (CPD). Data are shown as is from the electronic crash reporting system (E-Crash) at CPD, excluding any personally identifiable information. Records are added to the data portal when a crash report is finalized or when amendments are made to an existing report in E-Crash. Data from E-Crash are available for some police districts in 2015, but citywide data are not available until September 2017. About half of all crash reports, mostly minor crashes, are self-reported at the police district by the driver(s) involved and the other half are recorded at the scene by the police officer responding to the crash. Many of the crash parameters, including street condition data, weather condition, and posted speed limits, are recorded by the reporting officer based on best available information at the time, but many of these may disagree with posted information or other assessments on road conditions. If any new or updated information on a crash is received, the reporting officer may amend the crash report at a later time. A traffic crash within the city limits for which CPD is not the responding police agency, typically crashes on interstate highways, freeway ramps, and on local roads along the City boundary, are excluded from this dataset.
All crashes are recorded as per the format specified in the Traffic Crash Report, SR1050, of the Illinois Department of Transportation. The crash data published on the Chicago data portal mostly follows the data elements in SR1050 form. The current version of the SR1050 instructions manual with detailed information on each data elements is available here.
As per Illinois statute, only crashes with a property damage value of $1,500 or more or involving bodily injury to any person(s) and that happen on a public roadway and that involve at least one moving vehicle, except bike dooring, are considered reportable crashes. However, CPD records every reported traffic crash event, regardless of the statute of limitations, and hence any formal Chicago crash dataset released by Illinois Department of Transportation may not include all the crashes listed here.
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CTA - Map of Fare Media Sales Outlets (deprecated August 2014)
Map shows physical locations where CTA fare media, such as Transit Cards, CTA Passes and Chicago Cards were sold through approximately July 2014, prior to the implementation of Ventra cards. The locations for Ventra card sales/reloading are more extensive and not yet available in this format. Please see http://www.transitchicago.com/ventra for information on the Ventra program and https://www.ventrachicago.com/retailers/locations to find Ventra retail locations.
Tags chicago transit authority cta deprecated
Towed Vehicles
This dataset displays location for vehicles that have been towed and impounded by the City of Chicago within the last 90 days. Illegally parked vehicles, abandoned vehicles and vehicles used for illegal activities may be towed by the Chicago Police Department, the Department of Streets and Sanitation, the Department of Revenue, Aviation and the office of the City Clerk. After a tow request is issued, an inventory number is assigned by the Department of Streets and Sanitation and a truck is dispatched to tow the requested vehicle to a City auto pound. Disclaimer: This dataset includes vehicles towed or relocated by the City of Chicago; it does not include vehicles towed by a private towing company.
Auto Pound Locations (http://j.mp/kG5sgF).
Tow Process Overview (http://j.mp/lfBOEP).
Common Towing Questions (http://j.mp/imFYlp).
Parking and Standing Violations (http://j.mp/ifW8Uj).
Related Applications: Find Your Vehicle (http://j.mp/lWn0S7).
Tags streets towing vehicles
Taxi Trips
Taxi trips reported to the City of Chicago in its role as a regulatory agency. To protect privacy but allow for aggregate analyses, the Taxi ID is consistent for any given taxi medallion number but does not show the number, Census Tracts are suppressed in some cases, and times are rounded to the nearest 15 minutes.
Due to the data reporting process, not all trips are reported but the City believes that most are.
See http://digital.cityofchicago.org/index.php/chicago-taxi-data-released for more information about this dataset and how it was created.
See http://dev.cityofchicago.org/open%20data/data%20portal/2019/04/12/tnp-taxi-privacy.html for further discussion of the approach to privacy in this dataset.
See http://dev.cityofchicago.org/open%20data/data%20portal/2019/07/01/taxi-dataset-relaunch.html for discussion of significant changes in July 2019.
Tags taxis transportation
CTA - List of CTA Datasets
This lists datasets published by CTA in the City of Chicago Data Portal.
Tags chicago transit authority cta public transit
Map - Speed Camera Locations
This dataset shows the location, first operational date, and approaches of the speed cameras in the City of Chicago. The approach describes the originating direction of travel which is monitored by a speed camera.
Tags speed cameras traffic transportation
Chicago Traffic Tracker - Historical Congestion Estimates by Segment - 2018-Current - Dashboard
Data Lens
NOTE, 6/11/2020: We have significantly scaled back this dashboard for performance reasons. The underlying dataset has become large enough that, with the frequent data updates, the background processing to update the full dashboard was interfering with the dataset, itself. We hope this change will help, and that we may even be able to restore some cards to this dashboard eventually. We recommend using the "Visualize" option on the dataset to create charts. Some options there allow for categorization and filtering similar to these dashboards.
This dataset contains the historical estimated congestion for over 1,000 traffic segments, starting in approximately March 2018.
The Chicago Traffic Tracker estimates traffic congestion on Chicago's arterial streets (non-freeway streets) in real-time by continuously monitoring and analyzing GPS traces received from Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses. Two types of congestion estimates are produced every 10 minutes: 1) by Traffic Segments and 2) by Traffic Regions or Zones. Congestion estimates by traffic segments gives observed speed typically for one-half mile of a street in one direction of traffic. Traffic Segment level congestion is available for about 300 miles of principal arterials.
Congestion by Traffic Region gives the average traffic condition for all arterial street segments within a region. A traffic region is comprised of two or three community areas with comparable traffic patterns. 29 regions are created to cover the entire city (except O'Hare airport area). There is much volatility in traffic segment speed. However, the congestion estimates for the traffic regions remain consistent for a relatively longer period. Most volatility in arterial speed comes from the very nature of the arterials themselves. Due to a myriad of factors, including but not limited to frequent intersections, traffic signals, transit movements, availability of alternative routes, crashes, short length of the segments, etc. Speed on individual arterial segments can fluctuate from heavily congested to no congestion and back in a few minutes.
The segment speed and traffic region congestion estimates together may give a better understanding of the actual traffic conditions.
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Transportation Network Providers - Trips
All trips, starting November 2018, reported by Transportation Network Providers (sometimes called rideshare companies) to the City of Chicago as part of routine reporting required by ordinance.
Census Tracts are suppressed in some cases, and times are rounded to the nearest 15 minutes. Fares are rounded to the nearest $2.50 and tips are rounded to the nearest $1.00.
For a discussion of the approach to privacy in this dataset, please see http://dev.cityofchicago.org/open%20data/data%20portal/2019/04/12/tnp-taxi-privacy.html.
Tags link to article present rideshare tnp transportation transportation network provider and 1 more
Public Right-of-Way Use Permits - Historical
As described in http://bit.ly/cdotpermitspost, the function of this dataset was replaced by https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/pubx-yq2d on 12/7/2015. This dataset is historical-only.
The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) reviews applications for permits for the temporary use of the public way for construction projects, parades, festivals, block parties, athletic events, etc.This dataset includes permits applied for, issued, amended and expired with permit start dates beginning January 1, 2011. Note a permit may be amended if any details are changed after the initial issuance. For more information about Public Right-of-Way Use Permits, go to http://bit.ly/15ypkkL.
Tags historical permits
Red Light Camera Violations
This dataset reflects the daily volume of violations created by the City of Chicago Red Light Program for each camera. The data reflects violations that occurred from July 1, 2014 until present, minus the most recent 14 days. This data may change due to occasional time lags between the capturing of a potential violation and the processing and determination of a violation. The most recent 14 days are not shown due to revised data being submitted to the City of Chicago during this period. The reported violations are those that have been collected by the camera system and reviewed by two separate City contractors. In some instances, due to the inability the registered owner of the offending vehicle, the violation may not be issued as a citation. However, this dataset contains all violations regardless of whether a citation was actually issued, which provides an accurate view into the Red Light Program. Because of occasional time lags between the capturing of a potential violation and the processing and determination of a violation, as well as the occasional revision of the determination of a violation, this data may change. More information on the Red Light Program can be found here: http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/cdot/supp_info/red-light_cameraenforcement.html. The corresponding dataset for speed camera violations is https://data.cityofchicago.org/id/hhkd-xvj4.
Tags citations public safety traffic transportation violations
Speed Camera Locations
Chicago Traffic Tracker - Congestion Estimates by Segments
This dataset contains the current estimated speed for about 1250 segments covering 300 miles of arterial roads. For a more detailed description, go to: http://bit.ly/Q9AZAD.
The Chicago Traffic Tracker estimates traffic congestion on Chicago's arterial streets (nonfreeway
streets) in real-time by continuously monitoring and analyzing GPS traces received from Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses. Two types of congestion estimates are produced every ten minutes: 1) by Traffic Segments and 2) by Traffic Regions or Zones. Congestion estimate by traffic segments gives the observed speed typically for one-half mile of a street in one direction of traffic.
Traffic Segment level congestion is available for about 300 miles of principal arterials. Congestion by Traffic Region gives the average traffic condition for all arterial street segments within a region. A traffic region is comprised of two or three community areas with comparable traffic patterns. 29 regions are created to cover the entire city (except O'Hare airport area).
This dataset contains the current estimated speed for about 1250 segments covering 300 miles of arterial roads.
There is much volatility in traffic segment speed. However, the congestion estimates for the traffic regions remain consistent for relatively longer period. Most volatility in arterial speed comes from the very nature of the arterials themselves. Due to a myriad of factors, including but not limited to frequent
intersections, traffic signals, transit movements, availability of alternative routes, crashes, short length of the segments, etc. speed on individual arterial segments can fluctuate from heavily congested to no congestion and back in a few minutes. The segment speed and traffic region congestion estimates
together may give a better understanding of the actual traffic conditions.
Tags sustainability traffic
Average Daily Traffic Counts
Average Daily Traffic (ADT) counts are analogous to a census count of vehicles on city streets. These counts provide a close approximation to the actual number of vehicles passing through a given location on an average weekday. Since it is not possible to count every vehicle on every city street, sample counts are taken along larger streets to get an estimate of traffic on half-mile or one-mile street segments. ADT counts are used by city planners, transportation engineers, real-estate developers, marketers and many others for myriad planning and operational purposes.
Data Owner: Transportation.
Time Period: 2006.
Frequency: A citywide count is taken approximately every 10 years. A limited number of traffic counts will be taken and added to the list periodically.
Related Applications: Traffic Information Interactive Map (http://webapps.cityofchicago.org/traffic/).
Tags streets sustainability traffic
CTA - System Information - Map Showing Bus Stop Shelters in Digital Sign Project
This dataset shows CTA Bus Stop shelters which are slated to have digital signs added to them to show upcoming arrivals. The listing is subject to change.
Tags bus chicago transit authority cta sustainability
Chicago Traffic Tracker - Congestion Estimates by Regions
This dataset contains the current estimated congestion for the 29 traffic regions. For a detailed description, go to: http://bitly.com/TeqrNv.
The Chicago Traffic Tracker estimates traffic congestion on Chicago's arterial streets (non-freeway streets) in real-time by continuously monitoring and analyzing GPS traces received from Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses. Two types of congestion estimates are produced every 10 minutes: 1) by Traffic Segments and 2) by Traffic Regions or Zones. Congestion estimates by traffic segments gives observed speed typically for one-half mile of a street in one direction of traffic. Traffic Segment level congestion is available for about 300 miles of principal arterials. Congestion by Traffic Region gives the average traffic condition for all arterial street segments within a region. A traffic region is comprised of two or three community areas with comparable traffic patterns. 29 regions are created to cover the entire city (except O'Hare airport area).
There is much volatility in traffic segment speed. However, the congestion estimates for the traffic regions remain consistent for a relatively longer period. Most volatility in arterial speed comes from the very nature of the arterials themselves. Due to a myriad of factors, including but not limited to frequent intersections, traffic signals, transit movements, availability of alternative routes, crashes, short length of the segments, etc. Speed on individual arterial segments can fluctuate from heavily congested to no congestion and back in a few minutes. The segment speed and traffic region congestion estimates together may give a better understanding of the actual traffic conditions.
Average Daily Traffic Counts - Map
Traffic Crashes - Vehicles
This dataset contains information about vehicles (or units as they are identified in crash reports) involved in a traffic crash. This dataset should be used in conjunction with the traffic Crash and People dataset available in the portal. "Vehicle" information includes motor vehicle and non-motor vehicle modes of transportation, such as bicycles and pedestrians. Each mode of transportation involved in a crash is a "unit" and get one entry here. Each vehicle, each pedestrian, each motorcyclist, and each bicyclist is considered an independent unit that can have a trajectory separate from the other units. However, people inside a vehicle including the driver do not have a trajectory separate from the vehicle in which they are travelling and hence only the vehicle they are travelling in get any entry here. This type of identification of "units" is needed to determine how each movement affected the crash. Data for occupants who do not make up an independent unit, typically drivers and passengers, are available in the People table. Many of the fields are coded to denote the type and location of damage on the vehicle. Vehicle information can be linked back to Crash data using the "CRASH_RECORD_ID" field. Since this dataset is a combination of vehicles, pedestrians, and pedal cyclists not all columns are applicable to each record. Look at the Unit Type field to determine what additional data may be available for that record.
The Chicago Police Department reports crashes on IL Traffic Crash Reporting form SR1050. The crash data published on the Chicago data portal mostly follows the data elements in SR1050 form. The current version of the SR1050 instructions manual with detailed information on each data elements is available here.
Chicago Traffic Tracker - Historical Congestion Estimates by Segment - 2018-Current
This dataset contains the historical estimated congestion for over 1,000 traffic segments, starting in approximately March 2018. Older records are in https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/77hq-huss. The most recent estimates for each segment are in https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/n4j6-wkkf.
Tags historical link to article present sustainability traffic
CTA - Ridership - 'L' Station Entries - Daily Totals
This list shows daily totals of ridership, by station entry, for each 'L' station dating back to 2001. Dataset shows entries at all turnstiles, combined, for each station. Daytypes are as follows: W=Weekday, A=Saturday, U=Sunday/Holiday. See attached readme file for information on how these numbers are calculated.
Tags chicago transit authority cta public transit ridership
Chicago Traffic Tracker - Historical Congestion Estimates by Region - 2018-Current
This dataset contains the historical estimated congestion for the 29 traffic regions, starting in approximately March 2018. Older records are in https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/emtn-qqdi. The most recent estimates for each segment are in https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/t2qc-9pjd.
The Chicago Traffic Tracker estimates traffic congestion on Chicago's arterial streets (non-freeway streets) in real-time by continuously monitoring and analyzing GPS traces received from Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses. Two types of congestion estimates are produced every 10 minutes: 1) by Traffic Segments and 2) by Traffic Regions or Zones. Congestion estimates by traffic segments gives observed speed typically for one-half mile of a street in one direction of traffic. Traffic Segment level congestion is available for about 300 miles of principal arterials. Congestion by Traffic Region gives the average traffic condition for all arterial street segments within a region. A traffic region is comprised of two or three community areas with comparable traffic patterns. 29 regions are created to cover the entire city (except O'Hare airport area). There is much volatility in traffic segment speed. However, the congestion estimates for the traffic regions remain consistent for a relatively longer period. Most volatility in arterial speed comes from the very nature of the arterials themselves. Due to a myriad of factors, including but not limited to frequent intersections, traffic signals, transit movements, availability of alternative routes, crashes, short length of the segments, etc. Speed on individual arterial segments can fluctuate from heavily congested to no congestion and back in a few minutes. The segment speed and traffic region congestion estimates together may give a better understanding of the actual traffic conditions. Current estimates of traffic congestion by region are available at http://bit.ly/103beCf.
Relocated Vehicles
This dataset presents current and former locations of vehicles that have been relocated by the City of Chicago within the last 90 days. Vehicles may be relocated, but not impounded, due to inoperability, accident, severe weather, special events, construction or other work being performed in a thoroughfare where the vehicle was previously located.
Tags streets vehicles
Speed Camera Violations
This dataset reflects the daily volume of violations that have occurred in Children's Safety Zones for each camera. The data reflects violations that occurred from July 1, 2014 until present, minus the most recent 14 days. This data may change due to occasional time lags between the capturing of a potential violation and the processing and determination of a violation. The most recent 14 days are not shown due to revised data being submitted to the City of Chicago. The reported violations are those that have been collected by the camera and radar system and reviewed by two separate City contractors. In some instances, due to the inability the registered owner of the offending vehicle, the violation may not be issued as a citation. However, this dataset contains all violations regardless of whether a citation was issued, which provides an accurate view into the Automated Speed Enforcement Program violations taking place in Children's Safety Zones. More information on the Safety Zone Program can be found here: http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/cdot/supp_info/children_s_safetyzoneporgramautomaticspeedenforcement.html. The corresponding dataset for red light camera violations is https://data.cityofchicago.org/id/spqx-js37.
Tags public safety traffic transportation
Parking Permit Zones
This dataset contains all those street segments (individually uniquely identified by Record ID) that have been designated as belonging to a "Residential Parking Zone." Residential Parking Zones are established by passage of legislation through the Chicago City Council; this data set is updated daily, but major update installments typically occur shortly after City Council Meetings (where/when legislation affecting zones – such as zone creation or zone modification – occurs). (See City Council Meeting schedule: https://chicago.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.) The collection of street segments for a single zone (collectively identified by Zone number) are not required to constitute a seamless polygon; however, they must be contiguous; in this sense, "Zones" often closer resemble a collection of intersecting segments rather than an unbroken area. Segments are commonly categorized as being either "Standard" or "Buffer": Standard means that signs exist on the street segment beginning at the low-point and ending at the high-point; Buffer means that physical signs do not exist for that zone on that physical street, but residents of addresses within that segment shall have the privilege to purchase zone products (daily permits and annual passes) for that zone, as if physical signs were installed. (In this way, segments designated as 'Buffer' can in fact overlap with either other buffers and/or standard segments.) Physical signs will display the zone number and the day/times when the zone restriction is in effect, e.g., "All Times" / "Anytime"; "Monday through Friday"; "6am – 6pm All Days." During restricted days/times, any vehicle parked in the zone which does not display a valid unexpired zone product (either a daily permit or an annual pass printed on the City Vehicle Sticker) is subject to ticketing/enforcement. Read more about Residential Zone Parking and eligibility to purchase zoned products: http://chicityclerk.com/city-stickers-parking/about-residential-parking.
Tags parking parking restrictions
Traffic Crashes - People
This data contains information about people involved in a crash and if any injuries were sustained. This dataset should be used in combination with the traffic Crash and Vehicle dataset. Each record corresponds to an occupant in a vehicle listed in the Crash dataset. Some people involved in a crash may not have been an occupant in a motor vehicle, but may have been a pedestrian, bicyclist, or using another non-motor vehicle mode of transportation. Injuries reported are reported by the responding police officer. Fatalities that occur after the initial reports are typically updated in these records up to 30 days after the date of the crash. Person data can be linked with the Crash and Vehicle dataset using the "CRASH_RECORD_ID" field. A vehicle can have multiple occupants and hence have a one to many relationship between Vehicle and Person dataset. However, a pedestrian is a "unit" by itself and have a one to one relationship between the Vehicle and Person table.


This extremely compact boost regulator generates 3.3V from voltages as low as 0.8 V and delivers up to 200 mA, making it perfect for powering small 3.3V electronics projects from 1 to 3 NiMH, NiCd, or alkaline cells or from a single lithium-ion cell.
Theis tiny boost (step-up) switching regulator is based on the NCP1402 boost regulator IC. The small dimensions of just 0.33″ × 0.5″ (8.4 mm × 12.7 mm) and a startup voltage of down to 0.8 V make it easy to build 3.3 V circuits that are powered by lower battery voltages. The available output current and output voltage ripple depend on the input voltage (see Typical Efficiency and Output Current section below), but the regulator can provide up to 200 mA if the input voltage is high enough.
Powering 3.3V systems from lower-voltage batteries.
Powering 3.3V subsystems (e.g. sensors) in lower-voltage (e.g. 3.3 V) systems.


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SSL: Must see live TV coverage from Nassau; yacht racing at its finest
TFE LIVE: Two shows on Tuesday — a special "watch party" at 0530 Pacific / 1330 UTC for the RORC's live "major announcement about t...
TFE LIVE: Today's live guest — Nic "Adventures of a Sailor Girl" Douglass (AUS), live via Skype from London; light and lively updates on...
AC36: First (public) foiling video of the Challenger of Record's AC75 released today by Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli
TFE LIVE: We'll break some juicy "one hears" news linking AC36 and Sail GP, on today's (Tuesday) show, as always at 1300 Pacific on...
Olympics: World Sailing video proclaims the 2024 events and classes, notwithstanding the IOC's Programme Commission has yet to sign off — there is...
AC36: Emirates Airline longtime chief Sir Tim Clark (GBR) stepping down at the end of June 2020, just after Emirates Team New Zealand hosts the AC Wor...
AC36: Hi-res video of ETNZ's capsize while training today (Thursday in NZL), courtesy of the team — see how they righted the yacht
AC36: Photo and video of Emirates Team New Zealand capsizing their AC75 while training today (Thursday in NZ)
AC36: Now here's some interesting news — INEOS Team UK in a new "performance partnership" with the the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team
Rumor & Innuendo
AC35: Yes, of course OTUSA are preparing a backup boat for the Match
TOM EHMAN
HAMILTON, BER – All along ORACLE TEAM USA have said they didn't have the time or the resources to build a second AC50, even though they are permitted under the Protocol to build a backup boat. However, your Ed. has also said from the get-go that there was no way that Larry Ellison and Russell Coutts (who, remember, is still CEO of OTUSA even though he is also CEO of ACEA) would go into the AC Match without a backup boat. This we predicted months ago, and again yesterday at a talk I gave at St. Francis YC – that OTUSA would for sure have a backup boat if only by putting their own set of built-in-the-USA bows on SoftBank Team Japan's AC50.
Recall that the team many call "Oracle Team Japan" received a design package from OTUSA early in this AC35 cycle.
Under the perverse Protocol, for a yacht to qualify under the Deed of Gift's Constructed in Country ("CIC") clause, only the knock-off bows have to be constructed in the country of the club the yacht represents. And lest anyone forget, and because you won't see it mentioned anywhere in ACEA or OTUSA publicity, ORACLE TEAM USA represents the Golden Gate YC of San Francisco. So OTUSA's American-built bows, are being fitted to the ostensibly Japanese AC50 which, like Oracle's boat, was built at the Ellison-owned Core Composites facility in Warkworth, NZ.
Sure enough, today a set of red bows were seen being carried to the SBTJ base. Photos courtesy of Emirates Team New Zealand, who had this to say about it on their Facebook page an hour ago: "Closing the circle. ORACLE TEAM USA spare bows heading over to SoftBank Team Japan to create Oracle Boat 2. Surprised?"
Sorry to repeat, SAILING ILLUSTRATED is not surprised in the least.
One more point – under the Protocol the Challengers are permitted to build only one AC50. So, if during the Match there is a collision that is the fault of the Kiwis and their boat is seriously damaged, there is no redress available from the Jury and ETNZ are toast. If, however, the same thing happens to OTUSA, they simply switch to their backup boat that raced, except for the knock-off bows, in the Challenger selection series.
Photos: Emirates Team New Zealand.

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But looking over a list of a contractor's references and their project portfolio is just the start. If you really want to get the scoop on whether or not a contractor is the right fit for your home improvement project, make it a point to contact former customers and ask them some important questions about the remodeling contractor's quality of work and reliability.... 28/01/2008�� Best Answer: I'm not sure about official etiquette or ethics here, but if I were in your shoes, I'd get all the client references I could get.
The bottom line is that no vendor will have you talk to a poor reference but you can probe and get objective insights if you ask the right questions. It's up to you to get the most out of the reference check. And a final tip: Ask the vendor to let you talk to a former client, and ask why they stopped doing business with the vendor. how to become sog police 14/08/2014�� Some of these cookies are essential to the operation of the site, while others help to improve your experience by providing insights into how the site is being used.
Ideally you will get each reference client to put their reference information onto their letterhead, which may then be scanned by you for use. Alternatively, ask them if they can send you a high-resolution electronic logo file via email. how to ask for a quote A reference is more apt to accept your invitation if they know what you�re going to ask. They may even prepare a more insightful response or invite others to the call who can speak better to the question.
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28/01/2008�� Best Answer: I'm not sure about official etiquette or ethics here, but if I were in your shoes, I'd get all the client references I could get.
A reference is more apt to accept your invitation if they know what you�re going to ask. They may even prepare a more insightful response or invite others to the call who can speak better to the question.


Today marked the launch of Google's entry into the gaming market via the streaming Stadia platform but just because it's a streaming service doesn't mean it will be just like anything else that's already available. As reported by various sources, expectations about the search giant's now-revealed streaming service -- previously known only as Project Stream -- have effectively been shattered.
Google Stadia will be a cross-platform service playable across a plethora of devices and gadgets for access to triple-A games playable at the height of industry standards via the company's Cloud division and improving over time. From the very start of the service, that will mean players will be able to access Stadia on Chromebooks, via the Chrome Browser, or even via the company's 4K enabled Chromecast devices.
Games will be played using either Google's newly announced Wi-Fi and Assistant-enabled smart controller -- featuring the usual buttons and sticks in addition to a YouTube streaming button -- or with existing controllers. That means users can use their own PlayStation 4, Xbox One, or any of Nintendo's Switch controllers out-of-the-box.
All of the details revealed about Stadia so far indicate that it will eventually be playable on just about any Android smartphone -- with no mention of iPhone from Google whatsoever -- or the above-listed Chrome-compatible platforms. To begin with, Pixel-branded handsets will be the only smartphones that can be used but more support is expected to arrive in short order with other platforms and browsers potentially arriving later on.
Regardless of which platform or screen a user chooses for accessing Google Stadia, the game that's being played will effectively be driven at the highest possible settings. Summarily, thanks to a partnership between top game engines and hardware OEMs such as AMD, Google has been able to create a 10.7 teraflop cloud console that's capable of fast switching between platforms. That will push games at a maximum rate of 60 frames-per-second at up to 4K resolution.
The primary caveat to that quality of streaming will come down to a user's available internet connection. A strong connection will be required for the best, latency-free experience and, with a firm enough connection, Google's own controller will help set the platform apart from would-be competitors. That's in part due to its built-in Wi-Fi capabilities, allowing a direct connection between the dedicated cloud servers and the user's inputs with minimal lag.
A premium controller isn't the only way that Stadia sets itself apart though. Google says its connection to servers will be streamlined along a dedicated network backbone when it launches. That means there shouldn't be any interference from other traffic since it will bypass much of the infrastructure used by other internet connections via more than 7,500 data center nodes utilized by Google worldwide.
Finally, Google won't be depending on specialty software on the user side to make the gaming magic happen, relying solely on the already well-established and widely used Chrome.
Taken in combination, that all means that although there are similarities between Stadia and other streaming services, it will be completely different in its indifference to a platform, its complete reliance in the cloud rather than user-owned hardware, its network usage, and the quality of inputs. Moreover, due to Google's plans for a genuinely massive rollout, Stadia will truly open up the possibility of gaming at the highest standards from just about anywhere.
So far, Google hasn't provided too many details about the pricing of its game service or when it will land in consumers hands. More information will be unveiled as that approaches and it is expected to launch in 2019, with more details available via a sign-up on the official service page. Initially, Stadia will be available in the US, Canada, UK, and Europe.
Since this is Google, that should mean there won't be any pockets where service is lacking or simply unavailable where it has been launched either, unlike nearly every other competing streaming services.
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Here's the downside of concentrating power in the Prime Minister's Office
By Susan DelacourtNational Columnist
Tues., Feb. 19, 2019timer4 min. read
Surprising things don't tend to happen outside cabinet meetings on Parliament Hill.
So the appearance of Jody Wilson-Raybould at cabinet on Tuesday — a mere week after she quit her job as veterans' affairs minister — was stunning not just for how it happened, but for where it happened.
The next surprise happened at the Commons justice committee — in the form of an exhortation from Liberals for Wilson-Raybould to come before the MPs and air whatever grievances led to the implosion inside Justin Trudeau's government.
Suddenly it's a little harder to make this whole saga into a story about a strong-arming Liberal government and a victimized former minister, tantalizing as that tale may be. Liberals themselves, outside the Prime Minister's Office, seem keen to get to the bottom of the mess that has now cost Justin Trudeau one minister and one principal secretary.
Apart from everything else, though, all this activity at cabinet and committee on Tuesday raises another intriguing prospect: has this crisis for Trudeau's government jolted it into fulfilling the promise to loosen the iron grip of the power in the Prime Minister's Office? Is Monday's resignation of Gerald Butts, the principal secretary, an occasion to finally follow through on that old Trudeau promise to dilute the power of the PMO?
Trudeau no doubt has many regrets about how life in government has unfolded, especially lately. But one wonders whether it's occurred to him that much of what has happened in recent days and weeks would have rolled out very differently — or maybe not at all — if he had actually loosened the power of the PMO, as he once vowed.
"One of the things that we've seen throughout the past decades in government is the trend toward more control from the Prime Minister's Office," Trudeau said in an interview with CBC's Peter Mansbridge during the 2015 election campaign. "Actually, it can be traced as far back as my father, who kicked it off in the first place … I actually quite like the symmetry of me being the one who ends that."
In the beginning of Trudeau's mandate, it looked like he might be handing some power back to ministers. The media was once again given notice of when and where cabinet meetings were taking place — a practice stopped during Stephen Harper's years. Cabinet ministers actually returned calls from reporters and lobbyists in the capital soon learned that they had to make their pitches to individual ministers and their departments, instead of just focusing all their efforts on the PMO, as they had in the Harper years.
Then came the talking points and the terse replies, and rewards for the ministers and staffers who exhibited the most obedient message discipline. Ministers in this Trudeau government don't hire their own staff, as a rule — they are appointed and shuffled around from time to time by the PMO. This is not a decentralization of power by any stretch.
Much of the controversy around Wilson-Raybould's dramatic exit from cabinet revolves around what pressure was (or was not) being applied to her to approve a plea deal for SNC-Lavalin on fraud and corruption charges.
The pressure is alleged to have come from the PMO — and we should stress "alleged" here, since we only have anonymous reports of such, and on-the-record denials from Trudeau and Butts.
But it is undisputedly true that SNC-Lavalin didn't lobby Wilson-Raybould, according to the lobby registry — it focused a lot of attention on the PMO. As CBC reported in its timeline of the SNC-Lavalin lobbying efforts: "The company's initial lobbying efforts were focused entirely on the PMO and top economic ministries, even though the lobbyist registry says the meetings were to discuss justice and law enforcement."
Clearly no one sent the memo to SNC-Lavalin that Ottawa no longer works on the "who you know in the PMO" principle. That's because it still has — and the people one had to know were Butts and chief of staff Katie Telford.
Butts's departure, as some people were telling me on Tuesday, will be a test of whether the centre can hold in this government, even if Telford remains as a formidable force within the PMO.
The more correct question to ask, though, is: should the centre keep holding? The shock and awe that followed the announcement of Butts's departure from cabinet was confirmation that this PMO is as dominant in this government as it was in Harper's time — if not more so, and certainly more than was the case during Trudeau's father's time. The very fact that people were finding it hard to imagine a world without the hand of the PMO in everything, as personified in Butts, tells us that Trudeau never did get around to undoing what his dad started.
It may be too late in this mandate for a culture change in the Trudeau government, but seeing Liberals seizing some power to take back this story at cabinet and committee on Tuesday may tell us that some of the reins are being loosened, at least temporarily.
Susan Delacourt is the Star's Ottawa bureau chief and a columnist covering national politics. Reach her via email: sdelacourt@thestar.ca or follow her on Twitter: @susandelacourt


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First elected to Kilkenny Borough Council in 2009, the Callan woman is seeking to become the first Sinn Fein TD here since WT Cosgrave in 1923. She has never had a better chance.
Successive elections have seen a steady rise through the percentage of first preference votes for her – from 3.8% in 2007, to 5.5% in 2011. Last year's by-election, while a different beast from the General, saw her secure 16.2% of first preference votes, coming in third place overall.
With her party poised to win its highest-ever number of Dail Eireann seats, the Kilkenny City West councillor knows she's in with a shot. She also knows it's probably now or never.
"I think it's the best chance we've had in the constituency," she says, as myself and Pat Moore join her on a Friday afternoon. Along with Kathleen, an eight-person team is canvassing the Butts in Kilkenny City.
She is also happily joined by local resident Anthony Dawson Doyle. Not necessarily a dyed-in-the-wool Sinn Fein voter, he says himself and his friends support Kathleen more for herself rather than the national party.
"Also, with all the help Kathleen gave during the [Marriage Equality] Referendum, I wanted to return the support," he says.
Naturally, Anthony knows everyone, but Cllr Funchion is on first name terms with people at virtually every door as well. She knows the area well.
At the first door, Sandra Hoban has some concerns over the TV3 debate the previous evening. She's worried about a 48% tax rate, but is reassured when Kathleen assures her it's for those earning over €100,000 only.
Housing is the big issue, no doubt about that. One young man we meet tells us of his long wait for a house – he is currently sleeping in his sister's house. He says the council have told him to go to the Good Shepherd.
Water charges are still a hot topic, too, says Kathleen, but some of the talk has changed in the last 10 months.
"Some of it is the same, but there are definitely two issues that are coming up a lot more now than they did in the by-election – disability and domicilary care," she says.
Her campaign is split, she says, 50-50 between Carlow and Kilkenny.
"We plan to open an office in both," says Kathleen, who has taken unpaid leave from her job to focus her energies on the campaign.
Another door knocked on, another promise of a vote. The reaction has been generally positive, but things are always bound to get a bit nervy as polling day looms.
"It's really hard to call it," she says.
That's the kind of thing the party will like to hear. Every vote counts on February 26.


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The earliest records of Duanquan [Short Boxing] date back to the Ming Dynasty (1368 AD to 1644 AD)when in the classic text "Jixiao Xinshu" thought to be around 1560 AD by General Qi Jiguang, lists MianZhang's Duanda as one of the most effective. Mianzhang is therefore often acknowledged as the founder and as a result the style is sometimes known as Mianzhangquan in addition to Mianzhang Duanda and Duanquan. In the Qing Dynasty Emperor QianLong Period(1735-1796), the art was passed on in Gao Yang County, Hebei Province and became known as Mian Zhang Quan, thereafter the styles name was simplified to Duan quan.
Duanquan is a comprehensive martial art that includes weapons in addition to empty hand combat. It is one of the traditional styles practised in Gao Yang County, Bao Ding City and Cangzhou areas. Duanquan was historically considered to contain 12 or 16 sequences. Presently however in most lineages, only 8 sequences are practised, their contents are comprehensive and varied. In addition there are many weapons routines. Currently in Gao Yang County, those that can practise all of the 8 sequences are but a minor few.
The art was passed in the Qing dynasty by a Master Su Feng from Jiang Su Province. It is said that around 1750, a wanderer (Su Feng) had stopped at an inn during sunset. Whilst having dinner he observed some people practicing martial arts, without cause he approached them and asked "The boxing your practicing is it useful/effective", the leader of the group exclaimed "of course it is, if you don't believe it why don't you try". At that instant the insulted leader attacked Master Su, then without a very discreet and gentle "Zhang Peng" duanquan movement broke the attack. After continuous attacks the leader of the group failed and bowed down requesting to be accepted as a student. Master Su refused and retired to his quarters for the evening. On the next morning, early in the morning 15 students including those of the previous day were kneeling outside the inn and pleaded with Master Su to be accepted as disciples. After observing the humble nature of the village he decided to stay and impart his knowledge to villagers of Gao Yang.
In the first few days the teacher requested students to practise Zhan Dong (Standing exercise or Zhanzhuang) which is an arduous practice of holding posture for long periods of time (often hours). Only after successful completion of this requirement did Master Su Feng impart to them the Mian Zhang Duan Da skills.
For generations the art remained in the hands of a few families (mainly Zhang, Yu and Zhou) in Gao Yang counties. Just as Master Su was selective in whom he taught, the latter generations also respected this methodology. This same approach ensured only the correct inheritors were passed the skill but also ended up impacting the prolongation and popularity of the method. Master Yu Xuelang and Yu Zhangwen were famous exponents of the Yu Style of Duanquan and passed the skill to their family and disciples.
Duanquan specializes in combining the whole bodies power into a central path, in this requirement the energy required to release power is considered internal in nature, it is also characterised by its tight horse stance that is narrower than most common arts. Though named duanquan (Short Boxing), it is common that Changquan is not long and duanquan is not short.
The Style functions at all angles and distances, however due to its striking methodology maximum power is reached as short contact, for this purpose the style is also capable of entering large distances at ease by its footwork. An old couplet "San Cun Bu Jie, Qi Cun bu Da" [Three inches cannot be deflected, seven inches cannot strike] depicts the concept of Duanquan as for to ensure effectiveness of attack a strike must be within three inches of its target ideally and no further than seven. Mainly so that the power in the strike is real and sufficient to pass through rather than merely reach.
Duan is the frame under which the style functions, short yet efficient and practical with no flowery movements. Kuai,is the speed of each technique, note that the techniques are not interlinked quickly but each movement is accelerated. It is said that as fast as a spirit. It is also said "Jiao Sui Shou Chi, Shou Sui Jiao Luo" (Leg follows, hands rise: hands follow legs drop). Bian requires fast nimble balanced changes of technique, angulation and movement. Quan, is that in each movement small circles exist and it is in this way that power can be executed. This is also a way of silk reeling power. Bo, refers to the harmony of both hard and soft. So that all power can be released as one unrelentless. "Jin Duan Li Meng" ( Power is short strength is fierce ).
In Duanquan, the sets are very short and repetitive as the intention is to introduce further techniques and methods. Thus each new set although short includes completely new techniques compared to the previous one. We only practice 12 sets (some records suggest 16 had existed). Duanquan is considered almost an extinct art and most practitioners have practiced other martial arts thereby contributing to its dilution. Its methods however remain unique and effective thereby necessary for their preservation.
The weapons techniques of Duanquan follow many of its principles - technique and body methods , as well as the relatively shortness of the sets.


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package org.broadleafcommerce.core.catalog.service;

import org.broadleafcommerce.common.sitemap.domain.SiteMapGeneratorConfiguration;
import org.broadleafcommerce.common.sitemap.exception.SiteMapException;
import org.broadleafcommerce.common.sitemap.service.SiteMapGeneratorTest;
import org.broadleafcommerce.common.sitemap.service.type.SiteMapChangeFreqType;
import org.broadleafcommerce.common.sitemap.service.type.SiteMapGeneratorType;
import org.broadleafcommerce.common.sitemap.service.type.SiteMapPriorityType;
import org.broadleafcommerce.core.catalog.dao.CategoryDao;
import org.broadleafcommerce.core.catalog.domain.Category;
import org.broadleafcommerce.core.catalog.domain.CategoryImpl;
import org.broadleafcommerce.core.catalog.domain.CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfiguration;
import org.broadleafcommerce.core.catalog.domain.CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfigurationImpl;
import org.easymock.EasyMock;
import org.junit.Test;

import java.io.File;
import java.io.IOException;
import java.util.ArrayList;
import java.util.List;

/**
 * Category site map generator tests
 *
 * @author Joshua Skorton (jskorton)
 */
public class CategorySiteMapGeneratorTest extends SiteMapGeneratorTest {

    @Test
    public void testCategorySiteMapGenerator() throws SiteMapException, IOException {

        Category c1 = new CategoryImpl();
        c1.setUrl("/");
        c1.setId(1l);
        Category c2 = new CategoryImpl();
        c2.setUrl("/hot-sauces");
        c2.setId(2l);
        Category c3 = new CategoryImpl();
        c3.setUrl("merchandise");
        c3.setId(3l);
        Category c4 = new CategoryImpl();
        c4.setUrl("/clearance");
        c4.setId(4l);
        Category c5 = new CategoryImpl();
        c5.setUrl("/mens");
        c5.setId(5l);
        Category c6 = new CategoryImpl();
        c6.setUrl("/womens");
        c6.setId(6l);

        List<Category> merchandiseSubcategories = new ArrayList<Category>();
        merchandiseSubcategories.add(c5);
        merchandiseSubcategories.add(c6);

        CategoryDao categoryDao = EasyMock.createMock(CategoryDao.class);
        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readActiveSubCategoriesByCategory(c1, 5, 0)).andReturn(new ArrayList<Category>())
                .atLeastOnce();
        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readCategoryById(c1.getId())).andReturn(c1).atLeastOnce();

        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readActiveSubCategoriesByCategory(c2, 5, 0)).andReturn(new ArrayList<Category>())
                .atLeastOnce();
        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readCategoryById(c2.getId())).andReturn(c2).atLeastOnce();

        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readActiveSubCategoriesByCategory(c3, 5, 0)).andReturn(merchandiseSubcategories)
                .atLeastOnce();
        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readCategoryById(c3.getId())).andReturn(c3).atLeastOnce();

        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readActiveSubCategoriesByCategory(c4, 5, 0)).andReturn(new ArrayList<Category>())
                .atLeastOnce();
        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readCategoryById(c4.getId())).andReturn(c4).atLeastOnce();

        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readActiveSubCategoriesByCategory(c5, 5, 0)).andReturn(new ArrayList<Category>())
            .atLeastOnce();
        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readCategoryById(c5.getId())).andReturn(c5).atLeastOnce();

        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readActiveSubCategoriesByCategory(c6, 5, 0)).andReturn(new ArrayList<Category>())
            .atLeastOnce();
        EasyMock.expect(categoryDao.readCategoryById(c6.getId())).andReturn(c6).atLeastOnce();

        // Initialize the mocks
        EasyMock.replay(categoryDao);

        CategorySiteMapGenerator csmg = new CategorySiteMapGenerator();
        csmg.setCategoryDao(categoryDao);
        csmg.setRowLimit(5);

        List<SiteMapGeneratorConfiguration> smgcList = new ArrayList<SiteMapGeneratorConfiguration>();

        CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfiguration c1CSMGC = new CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfigurationImpl();
        c1CSMGC.setDisabled(false);
        c1CSMGC.setSiteMapGeneratorType(SiteMapGeneratorType.CATEGORY);
        c1CSMGC.setSiteMapChangeFreq(SiteMapChangeFreqType.HOURLY);
        c1CSMGC.setSiteMapPriority(SiteMapPriorityType.POINT5);
        c1CSMGC.setRootCategory(c1);
        c1CSMGC.setStartingDepth(0);
        c1CSMGC.setEndingDepth(1);
        smgcList.add(c1CSMGC);

        CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfiguration c2CSMGC = new CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfigurationImpl();
        c2CSMGC.setDisabled(false);
        c2CSMGC.setSiteMapGeneratorType(SiteMapGeneratorType.CATEGORY);
        c2CSMGC.setSiteMapChangeFreq(SiteMapChangeFreqType.HOURLY);
        c2CSMGC.setSiteMapPriority(SiteMapPriorityType.POINT5);
        c2CSMGC.setRootCategory(c2);
        c2CSMGC.setStartingDepth(0);
        c2CSMGC.setEndingDepth(1);
        smgcList.add(c2CSMGC);

        CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfiguration c3CSMGC = new CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfigurationImpl();
        c3CSMGC.setDisabled(false);
        c3CSMGC.setSiteMapGeneratorType(SiteMapGeneratorType.CATEGORY);
        c3CSMGC.setSiteMapChangeFreq(SiteMapChangeFreqType.HOURLY);
        c3CSMGC.setSiteMapPriority(SiteMapPriorityType.POINT5);
        c3CSMGC.setRootCategory(c3);
        c3CSMGC.setStartingDepth(0);
        c3CSMGC.setEndingDepth(1);
        smgcList.add(c3CSMGC);

        CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfiguration c4CSMGC = new CategorySiteMapGeneratorConfigurationImpl();
        c4CSMGC.setDisabled(false);
        c4CSMGC.setSiteMapGeneratorType(SiteMapGeneratorType.CATEGORY);
        c4CSMGC.setSiteMapChangeFreq(SiteMapChangeFreqType.HOURLY);
        c4CSMGC.setSiteMapPriority(SiteMapPriorityType.POINT5);
        c4CSMGC.setRootCategory(c4);
        c4CSMGC.setStartingDepth(0);
        c4CSMGC.setEndingDepth(1);
        smgcList.add(c4CSMGC);

        testGenerator(smgcList, csmg, 2);

        File file1 = fileService.getResource("/sitemap_index.xml");
        File file2 = fileService.getResource("/sitemap1.xml");
        File file3 = fileService.getResource("/sitemap2.xml");
        File file4 = fileService.getResource("/sitemap3.xml");

        compareFiles(file1, "src/test/resources/org/broadleafcommerce/sitemap/category/sitemap_index.xml");
        compareFiles(file2, "src/test/resources/org/broadleafcommerce/sitemap/category/sitemap1.xml");
        compareFiles(file3, "src/test/resources/org/broadleafcommerce/sitemap/category/sitemap2.xml");
        compareFiles(file4, "src/test/resources/org/broadleafcommerce/sitemap/category/sitemap3.xml");

        testGenerator(smgcList, csmg, 50000);
        File file5 = fileService.getResource("/sitemap.xml");

        compareFiles(file5, "src/test/resources/org/broadleafcommerce/sitemap/category/sitemap.xml");

    }

}

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Among board-level assignments these days, says Northern Trust Corp. director Robert Hamada, who speaks from experience, "I think the audit committee is on the bottom of the list. It's not fun anymore."
Rising demand for sophisticated audit committee personnel and candidates' increased reluctance to sit on such a hot seat are squeezing the supply. The pay--often no more than what any other director gets--is hardly the attraction.
"Enron has tested, and probably stress-tested, a lot of boardrooms," says William M. Goodyear, chairman of the audit committee at Sam Zell's Equity Office Properties Trust.
As a result, boardroom recruiting assignments have climbed 35% during the last 12 months at Korn/Ferry International, according to Vice-chairman Peter Crist.
Audit committees, typically composed of three to five members, are charged with assuring stockholders that company books are on the up and up. They have no direct role in auditing those books, but are supposed to make sure the auditors--company employees and accountants from outside firms--are doing their jobs.
But consider this passage from this year's proxy statement of Chicago-based Internet consulting company Lante Corp.: "Our oversight does not provide us with an independent basis to determine that management has maintained appropriate accounting and financial reporting principles or policies, or appropriate internal controls and procedures designed to assure compliance with accounting standards and applicable laws and regulations . . . or that Lante's independent accountants are in fact independent."


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It is known news that Tamil movie Varmaa, the official Tamil remake of blockbuster Arjun Reddy, has been put on hold and the producers of the movie plan to re-shoot entire movie. As the final cut of Varmaa was not acceptable to E4 Entertainment and film director, Bala is not agreeable to make any changes.
In a statement, Bala said, "I am forced to release this explanation, due to the false statement from the producer of Varmaa". E4 can further modify the existing version, with the condition that they must not use Bala's name anywhere in the project. There is no clarity on whether the filmmaker has agreed to helm the movie. The entire will now be shot again with a new director and cast and crew.
"We at E4 Entertainment are not at all happy with the final version handed over to us and due to various creative and other differences, we have decided not to release this version".
The agreement reveals that a discussion had taken place at Bala's B Studios office in Chennai on January 22, in the presence of Vikram. Notably, Bala and Vikram themselves have been long-time collaborators, making award-winning films together. The critically-acclaimed filmmaker had spurred on Vikram's career with cult hits such as Sethu (1999) and Pithamagan (2003).
In his statement, Mukesh said: "E4 Entertainment had engaged B Studios to recreate the Tamil version of Arjun Reddy, titled Varmaa, on a first copy basis on the latter's insistence". Dhruv will play the lead in the new version.


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Entrants may incorporate other materials such as platinum or other coloured gemstones, with Tahitian Pearl(s) as the predominant material of the piece.
Design materials used in the Taihitian Pearl jewellery category must include Tahitian pearls /Tahitian keshi pearls in fancy or asymmetrical, excluding any endangered materials.
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package com.serenegiant.net;

import android.annotation.SuppressLint;
import androidx.annotation.NonNull;
import android.util.Log;

import com.serenegiant.system.BuildCheck;

import java.io.IOException;
import java.net.InetAddress;
import java.net.InetSocketAddress;
import java.net.ServerSocket;
import java.net.Socket;
import java.net.SocketAddress;
import java.net.UnknownHostException;
import java.nio.channels.ByteChannel;
import java.nio.channels.ServerSocketChannel;
import java.nio.channels.SocketChannel;

/**
 * ServerSocketChannel/SocketChannelを使ったAbstractChannelDataLink実装
 */
public class SocketChannelDataLink extends AbstractChannelDataLink {
	private static final boolean DEBUG = false;	// FIXME 実働時はfalseにすること
	private static final String TAG = SocketChannelDataLink.class.getSimpleName();

	public static final int DEFAULT_SERVER_PORT = 6000;
	/** クライアントからの接続待ちを行うためのスレッドの実行部 */
	private ServerTask mServerTask;

	/**
	 * コンストラクタ
	 */
	public SocketChannelDataLink() {
		super();
		if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "コンストラクタ:");
	}

	/**
	 * コンストラクタ
	 * @param callback
	 */
	public SocketChannelDataLink(final Callback callback) {
		super(callback);
	}

	public void release() {
		stop();
		super.release();
	}

	/**
	 * 指定したアドレスへ接続する, ポートはDEFAULT_SERVER_PORTを使う
	 * @param addr
	 * @return
	 * @throws IOException
	 */
	public Client connectTo(final String addr) throws IOException {
		return connectTo(addr, DEFAULT_SERVER_PORT);
	}

	/**
	 * 指定したアドレス・ポートへ接続する, クライアントからの接続待ち中で無くても構わない
	 * @param addr
	 * @param port
	 * @return
	 * @throws IOException
	 */
	public Client connectTo(final String addr, final int port) throws IOException {
		if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "connectTo:addr=" + addr + ",port=" + port);
		Client result;
		try {
			final InetAddress address = InetAddress.getByName(addr);
			result = new Client(this, addr, port);
			add(result);
		} catch (final UnknownHostException e) {
			throw new IOException(e.getMessage());
		}
		return result;
	}

	public synchronized boolean isRunning() {
		return mServerTask != null;
	}

	/**
	 * クライアントからの接続待ちを開始する
	 * 待受けポートはDEFAULT_SERVER_PORT
	 * @throws IllegalStateException
	 */
	public void start()
		throws IllegalStateException {

		start(DEFAULT_SERVER_PORT, null);
	}

	/**
	 * クライアントからの接続待ちを開始する
	 * 待受けポートはDEFAULT_SERVER_PORT
	 * @param callback
	 * @throws IllegalStateException
	 */
	public void start(final Callback callback)
		throws IllegalStateException {

		start(DEFAULT_SERVER_PORT, callback);
	}

	/**
	 * クライアントからの接続待ちを開始する
	 * @param port
	 * @param callback
	 * @throws IllegalStateException
	 */
	public synchronized void start(final int port, final Callback callback)
		throws IllegalStateException {

		if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "start");
		add(callback);
		if (mServerTask == null) {
			mServerTask = new ServerTask(port);
			new Thread(mServerTask).start();
		} else {
			Log.d(TAG, "already started");
		}
	}

	/**
	 * クライアントからの接続待ちを終了
	 */
	public synchronized void stop() {
		if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "stop");
		if (mServerTask != null) {
			mServerTask.release();
			mServerTask = null;
		}
	}

	/**
	 * 通信クライアント
	 */
	public static class Client extends AbstractClient {
		private String mAddr;
		private int mPort;

		public Client(@NonNull final SocketChannelDataLink parent, @NonNull final ByteChannel channel) {
			super(parent, channel);
			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "Client#コンストラクタ:channel=" + channel);
			internalStart();
		}

		public Client(@NonNull final SocketChannelDataLink parent, final String addr, final int port) {
			super(parent, null);
			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "Client#コンストラクタ:addr=" + addr + ",port=" + port);
			mAddr = addr;
			mPort = port;
			internalStart();
		}

		/**
		 * このClientのアドレスを取得
		 * @return
		 */
		public synchronized String getAddress() {
			final Socket socket = (mChannel instanceof SocketChannel)
				? ((SocketChannel)mChannel).socket() : null;
			final InetAddress address = socket != null ? socket.getInetAddress() : null;
			return address != null ? address.getHostAddress() : null;
		}

		/**
		 * このClientのポートを取得
		 * @return
		 */
		public synchronized int getPort() {
			final Socket socket = (mChannel instanceof SocketChannel)
				? ((SocketChannel)mChannel).socket() : null;
			return socket != null ? socket.getPort() : 0;
		}

		public synchronized boolean isConnected() {
			return (mChannel instanceof SocketChannel)
				&& ((SocketChannel)mChannel).isConnected();
		}

		/**
		 * 初期化処理, 受信用ワーカースレッド上で実行
		 * @throws IOException
		 */
		protected synchronized void init() throws IOException {
			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "Client#init:");
			try {
				if (mChannel == null) {
					final InetSocketAddress address = new InetSocketAddress(mAddr, mPort);
					mChannel = SocketChannel.open(address);
				}
				setInit(true);
			} finally {
				notifyAll();
			}
			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "Client#init:finished");
		}

	}

	/**
	 * クライアントからの接続待ちを行うためのスレッド
	 */
	private class ServerTask implements Runnable {
		private final int mPort;
		private volatile boolean mIsRunning;
		private ServerSocketChannel mServerChannel;

		public ServerTask(final int port) {
			mPort = port;
		}

		public synchronized void release() {
		if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#release:");
			mIsRunning = false;
			if (mServerChannel != null) {
				try {
					mServerChannel.close();
				} catch (final IOException e) {
					// ignore
				}
				mServerChannel = null;
			}
			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#release:finished");
		}

		/**
		 * クライアントからの接続待ち処理
		 */
		@Override
		public void run() {
			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#run:");
			try {
				init();
				for (; mIsRunning; ) {
					serverLoop();
				}
			} catch (final Exception e) {
				Log.w(TAG, e);
			} finally {
				release();
			}
			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#run:finished");
		}

		@SuppressLint("NewApi")
		private synchronized void init() throws IOException {
			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#init:");
			final String addr = NetworkUtils.getLocalIPv4Address();
			final SocketAddress address = new InetSocketAddress(addr, mPort);
			mServerChannel = ServerSocketChannel.open();
			if (BuildCheck.isNougat()) {
				mServerChannel.bind(address);
			} else {
				final ServerSocket socket = mServerChannel.socket();
				socket.bind(address);
			}

			mIsRunning = true;
		}

		/**
		 * クライアントからの接続待ちループ
 		 */
		private void serverLoop() {

			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#serverLoop:");

			for (; mIsRunning ; ) {
				// クライアントからの接続待ち
				try {
					// 接続して来たクライアント毎に別スレッドで処理を行う
					if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#serverLoop:ServerSocket#acceptでブロッキング");
					final SocketChannel clientChannel = mServerChannel.accept();
					if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#serverLoop:ServerSocket#acceptを抜けた");
					final Client client = new Client(SocketChannelDataLink.this, clientChannel);
					add(client);
					if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#serverLoop:クライアント開始");
				} catch (final IOException e) {
					break;
				}
			}

			if (DEBUG) Log.v(TAG, "ServerTask#serverLoop:finished");
		}

	}
}


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Wolverhampton coronavirus patient taken off 'ghost ship' posts first picture from hospital
Alan Steele, from Tettenhall, tested positive for the deadly virus while enjoying a cruise on the Diamond Princess with his new wife Wendy
Milo Boyd
A Wolverhampton honeymooner taken off a coronavirus "ghost ship" has posted the first picture from hospital.
Alan Steele, from Tettenhall, tested positive for the deadly virus while enjoying a cruise on the Diamond Princess with his new wife Wendy.
The 58-year-old, who has been quarantined, said he had been symptom-free since he was moved to hospital last Thursday.
He has been keeping his friends and family in the loop with regular updates on his Facebook page.
Alan Steele with his new wife Wendy (Image: Facebook)
At around 1am GMT on Wednesday the 58-year-old announced that he had received some welcome news, reports the Mirror.
"Just received great news," he posted on Facebook.
"My test showed negative to virus and have now been swabbed for second test. If that comes back negative I get released."
Tettenhall newlywed diagnosed with coronavirus on honeymoon cruise is hopeful of hospital release
First photo of Wolverhampton man diagnosed with coronavirus on honeymoon cruise
A short while later the Brit posted a photo of the view out of his hospital window, which included the 634m Tokyo Skytree.
Mr Steele, whose wife Wendy is still trapped on the ship, said he will be released from hospital on Friday if a new round of tests comes back negative.
The ship has been quarantined in the port of Yokohama after 61 passengers tested positive for the virus, according to the Mirror.
Health officials are advising anyone who has travelled to the UK from mainland China, Thailand, Japan, Republic of Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia or Macau in the last 14 days to stay indoors and call NHS 111 if they are experiencing a cough, fever or shortness of breath -even if symptoms are mild.
For the latest advice visit gov.uk/coronavirus.


In the photo at left, two varieties of olives are compared. The smaller variety is Sikitika and the olive on right is Koroneiki. Sikitita (Spain) or Chiquitika (USA) is a new olive (Olea europaea L.) cultivar obtained in a crossbreeding program carried out in 1991 between cv. Picual and cv. Arbequina. Sikitita is a high density oriented cultivar developed at the University of Córdoba (Spain) by Dr. Luis Rallo. The larger fruit is Koroneiki, a common Greek variety. Both provide excellent oil and can be cured for table olives. Due to size the cured olives are generally for home use.
At left are Frantoio olives, an staple Italian variety, harvested from Don Mueller's olive grove near Marianna, FL. Note the size of the olive, the Frantoio is an excellent oil olive as well as one suitable for table. Don Mueller's grove features over 200 20+ year old olive trees. Other table/oil varieties in Don's grove include Leccino, Manzanilla and Mission.
In the photo at left, two varieties of olives are compared. The smaller variety is Sikitika and the olive on right is Manzanilla.
Copyright © 2019 Florida Olive Council, LAA. All Rights Reserved.


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Paul McCartney asks Starbucks to stop charging extra for plant-based milk
Michael Bartiromo, Nexstar Media Wire
Posted: Apr 1, 2022 / 10:45 AM CDT | Updated: Apr 1, 2022 / 10:45 AM CDT
Paul McCartney, seen here at a concert in 2017, penned an open letter to Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson earlier this week. Caballero/Getty Images)
(NEXSTAR) – Paul McCartney doesn't care too much for money — unless he's being upcharged for non-dairy milk.
McCartney, a longtime vegetarian and animal-rights activist, recently penned an open letter to Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson, urging him to end the chain's surcharges for alternative milks.
The legendary musician issued his statements in partnership with PETA, which has previously called out the practice for penalizing customers "who are making the humane, environmentally friendly choice."
Paul McCartney says John Lennon was responsible for Beatle breakup
"It recently came to my attention that Starbucks in the USA has an extra charge for plant-based milks as opposed to cow's milk," McCartney wrote in the letter. "I must say this surprised me as I understand that in other countries like U.K. and India, there is the same charge for both types of milk and I would like to politely request that you consider this policy also in Starbucks USA.
"My friends at PETA are campaigning for this to happen … I sincerely hope that for the future of the planet and animal welfare you are able to implement this policy," he concluded the letter.
In a press release issued this week, PETA added that McCartney is hoping to change Johnson's mind before the latter's retirement on April 4. Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz will be stepping in as interim CEO, the company announced.
PETA has long campaigned against Starbucks' surcharge for plant-based milk, arguing that it not only contributes to the support of dairy farming, but unfairly discriminates against vegan customers. Also affected are lactose-intolerant customers, "most of whom are people of color," PETA has previously said.
Starbucks itself has also acknowledged that "dairy is the biggest contributor to Starbucks carbon footprint" — another point that PETA is quick to repeat.
In this week's press release, PETA added that a number of national chains, including Panera Bread and Pret A Manger, have already eliminated surcharges for non-dairy milk.
Starbucks moving away from single-use coffee cups, introducing a more communal model
A representative for Starbucks was not immediately available to respond to McCartney's letter. But Starbucks said as recently as Nov. 2021 that it was working on new approaches to sourcing sustainable dairy, but did not announce any plans to scale back on dairy offerings or make it more affordable for customers who request non-dairy options. The chain did, however, say it would continue to introduce more plant-based menu options.
The production of dairy, meanwhile, continues to have "a higher environment impact that all of the alternative milks," according to an article published by the University of California, Davis, which cited (among others) a study from researchers at the University of Oxford.


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Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York
Discover the rugged beauty of rural north England on this 8-hour North York Moors and Whitby day trip from York. Explore Hutton-le-Hole and Goathland, famed filming locations for the Harry Potter movies. Delve into the North York Moors National Park for panoramic views over the rolling countryside. Soak up Whitby's seaside atmosphere at your leisure, perhaps visiting Whitby Abbey, the port or the Captain Cook Museum. Return via the Hole of Horcum and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 16 people.
North York Moors and Whitby Day Tour from York
Escape the city for the wild landscapes of the Yorkshire moors on this full-day tour from York. Set out on a scenic drive through the North York Moors National Park; visit sites from the 'Harry Potter' movies in Goathland like the location used for Hogsmeade station in the first film. Enjoy free time to explore the seaside town of Whitby, where you can learn the legacy of Dracula and try the town's famous fish and chips (own expense), before visiting the market town of Helmsley.
Whitby and The North York Moors Day Trip from York
Spend three hours enjoying Whitby on our friendly, small-group, Guided Day Trip from York, as well as exploring the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park. You will have a full three hours of free time in the fishing port of Whitby on this trip, to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours! As well as photo stops on the moors, you will also stop at the famous Kilburn White Horse, the market town of Helmsley (with its quaint cafes, shops and medieval castle) and the beautiful, traditional English villages of Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and Lealholm (with its stepping stones across the River Esk). Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group mini-coach tour, limited to 16 people.
Full-Day Heartbeat Locations Tour from York
Uncover the charms of 1960s Yorkshire on a full-day tour from York, visiting film locations from classic British TV show Heartbeat. Admire the rugged scenery of the North Yorkshire Moors, get a taste of local life in villages like Pickering and Goathland, and visit the seaside resort of Whitby, also famous for its Dracula connections. Along the way, visit Heartbeat locations like Aidensfield Station, Bernie Scripps Garage and Funeral Parlour; stop for a drink at the Aidensfield Arms pub (own expense) and tuck into traditional fish and chips (own expense).
Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors Full-Day Tour from York
Venture into the wild and windswept lands of the North York Moors on this full-day tour from York. Drive through the countryside to reach North York Moors National Park and enjoy a walk amongst nature. Learn the legacy of Dracula and Captain James Cook in the seaside resort of Whitby. Next, spot filming locations from British TV series 'Heartbeat' and the Harry Potter movies in Goathland, where you board the famous North Yorkshire Moors steam railway for a spectacular ride home.
Full-Day Whitby and The North York Moors Private Tour from York
The North York Moors National Park and Whitby make ideal day trips from bustling York, but organizing your itinerary and travel arrangements independently can be time-consuming. On this private tour, reach both sites with ease from your York hotel. Discover top attractions including 7th-century Whitby Abbey, and see the best of England's beautiful northern countryside in a comfortable maximum group size of 15.
Private Tour - Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York
This private day trip from York combines spectacular countryside views, picturesque villages, and a chance to go on an optional steam railway ride. Stop at traditional villages such as Hutton-le-Hole, and see filming locations from "Harry Potter" and "Heartbeat". A private tour means bypassing crowded tour buses, and extra flexibility for independent exploration. Enjoy free time to explore the pretty seaside village of Whitby and the convenience of round-trip transfers.
Castle Howard and Fountains Abbey Private Day Trip from York
Visiting Castle Howard and Fountains Abbey in a day from York is near-impossible without car rental. This private tour makes it easy, with private transport and a driver-guide to take you via scenic routes and introduce sights and photo ops along the way. Visit Castle Howard before exploring UNESCO-listed Fountains Abbey and the adjoining water gardens of Studley Royal Park, all at your own pace. Entrance fees at own expense.
Private Tour - Captain Cook Country from York
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of Captain Cook's first Voyage of Discovery, this Private Day Trip from York (for up to 4, 8 or 15 passengers) provides the opportunity to follow in his footsteps through Captain Cook Country to the seaside town of Whitby. Visit the village of Marton where James Cook was born then learn about his formative years in Great Ayton before seeing the picturesque fishing village of Staithes, where the young Cook first experienced local seafaring and smuggling traditions. Enjoy free time in Whitby, where Captain Cook trained in the merchant navy, with options to visit Whitby's newest attraction, The Endeavour Experience (one of only two full size replicas of the HM Bark Endeavour in existence), The Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Whitby Abbey, take a short trip out to sea on the Bark Endeavour scale replica of Cook's famous vessel, or just explore the port and experience English Fish & Chips - the choice is yours!
Castle Howard - Private Driver-Guided Tour
Located in the lovely North Yorkshire countryside, Castle Howard is one of England's grandest stately homes. Don't worry about finding your own way there: this seamless, half-day tour makes it simple to explore. Depart from central York by minibus, and learn more about the landmark from your driver. Upon arrival, you'll have hours at leisure to stroll through its gardens, take a summer boat ride on the Great Lake, tour the castle's interior with on-site guides, and more.
Private Tour: North Yorkshire Moor and Whitby from York in 16 Seater Minibus
Explore the famous area or the North York Moors National Park. Famed for the largest area of heather Moorland in England, there is much more than meets the eye. The moors are one of the most important historical areas in Britain in terms of religion, farming, mining, fishing and smuggling It has more ancient scheduled monuments than anywhere in the country including, standing stones, Stone crosses and burial mounds. Explore historic towns, quaint villages and historic sites such as Whitby Abbey. Enjoy unrivalled views across the Yorkshire coast and for miles across the Yorkshire Dales. On a clear day views can exceed 50 miles.
Private Tour: Robin Hood's Bay, Whitby and Moors from York in 16 Seater Minibus
Explore the famous area or the North York Moors National Park. Famed for the largest area of heather moorland in England, there is much more than meets the eye. The Moors are one of the most important historical areas in Britain in terms of religion, farming, mining, fishing and smuggling. It has more ancient scheduled monuments than anywhere in the country including, standing stones, Stone crosses and burial mounds. Explore historic towns, quaint villages and historic sites such as Whitby Abbey. Enjoy unrivalled views across the Yorkshire coast and for miles across the Yorkshire. On a clear day views can exceed 50 miles. Discover the Smuggling history of Robin Hoods Bay, this quintessential fishing village is built on the steep cliff edges dropping from the moor tops into the North Sea and is famed for its narrow winding streets used by smugglers to evade the customs and excise offices.
Bridgerton-Themed York Day Trip To Castle Howard
Visit the scenes of Bridgerton at Castle Howard, with a private driving tour guide. On your way you will see spectacular views of York, including the York Minster, along with visiting an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Howardian Hills. See towns mentioned in the Domesday Book. Enjoy a coffee or tea, if you choose, before departing on a private tour of the house and the formal gardens of Castle Howard. After, enjoy time to enjoy lunch and explore a bit on your own. In the afternoon, you'll have the chance to visit Coneysthorpe, a village used in filming the show, and then you'll set off through the North York Moors for a scenic drive back to York, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel.
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import json
import unittest

import app
import app_config

class IndexTestCase(unittest.TestCase):
    """
    Test the index page.
    """
    def setUp(self):
        app.app.config['TESTING'] = True
        self.client = app.app.test_client()

    def test_index_exists(self):
        response = self.client.get('/')

        assert app_config.PROJECT_NAME in response.data

class AppConfigTestCase(unittest.TestCase):
    """
    Testing dynamic conversion of Python app_config into Javascript.
    """
    def setUp(self):
        app.app.config['TESTING'] = True
        self.client = app.app.test_client()

    def parse_data(self, response):
        """
        Trim leading variable declaration and load JSON data.
        """
        return json.loads(response.data[20:])

    def test_app_config_staging(self):
        response = self.client.get('/js/app_config.js')

        data = self.parse_data(response)

        assert data['DEBUG'] == True

    def test_app_config_production(self):
        app_config.configure_targets('production')

        response = self.client.get('/js/app_config.js')

        data = self.parse_data(response)

        assert data['DEBUG'] == False

        app_config.configure_targets('staging')

if __name__ == '__main__':
    unittest.main()


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'Cats go 3-2 at Serpent Classic
Posted by The Ely Times | Dec 9, 2016 | Sports | 0
By Dave Maxwell
Special to The Ely Times
A strong opening for the White Pine five last weekend at the Serpent Classic in Hawthorne.
Sam Stewart led the way for the team with three wins in their first three games over Virginia City, Pyramid Lake and Smith Valley. However, competition got stronger the final two games, which the Bobcats lost to Pershing County and Mineral County.
On Thursday, the first day of the Classic, White Pine faced off with Virginia City.
Coach Terrill Trask said the first game 46-24 over Virginia City was, "a little bit sloppy, but the first game of the season." Stewart was the top scorer for the Bobcats.
The next game with Smith Valley, Trask felt was "our best game all around from start to finish. We won 58-26. We were playing well on the team defense we have been working on. Our offense started to be a bit more patient. Everything we have been practicing started to come together." Colton Rowley and Stewart were the top scorers with 13 point each.
Also on Friday, the boys played Pyramid Lake and won 64-28. However, Trask said the first half was "chaos, as we played too sloppy. But we regrouped in the second half to get the win." Stewart had 19 points to lead team.
Two games on Saturday were with Pershing County and then host Mineral County."Pershing County has been playing for a bit longer than us," said Trask, "and we held them close in the first half, but they got away from us in the second half for a 73-41 loss." Collin Young had 10 points to lead White Pine.
Mineral County was the final game for the Bobcats at the tournament. "We played well for most of the game, but we had a stretch of about four minutes where we just turned the ball over too much," Trask said. "We were leading with about six minutes left, but they got baskets off our turnovers and we ended up losing 66-54."
Young had several three pointers and 15 points for White Pine. Trask said he is excited about what he sees for the team as the season is beginning. "I think we are going to be pretty competitive (in the strong 2A North). We have the talent and skills, we just have to make sure we play a full game. Ball movement is a key factor. When we had it moving, all worked well, and when we didn't, it didn't work well. Still need to work more on being a bit more physical under the basket."
This Friday the Cats play at Virgin Valley. The Bulldogs are 4-0 on the season at this point. It's the first meeting between the teams since 2010. Virgin Valley won the last time 73-42.
League play begins Dec. 16-17 on the road at Silver Stage and Yerington.
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