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Common Existence
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About Common Existence by Thursday
Groundbreaking post-hardcore pioneers, Thursday, made their triumphant return with the release of their highly anticipated album, Common Existence, out now from Epitaph. Recorded with producer/mixer Dave Fridmann (A City By The Light Divided, Mogwai, MGMT, Flaming Lips) at Tarbox Road Studios in Cassadaga, NY, Common Existence is Thursday's fifth studio album since the band's inception in 1997.
Since Thursday burst on the scene in 1998 with the release of their debut album Waiting followed by their classic LP Full Collapse in 2001, the media has often scrambled to type cast the band into a certain genre, unsure and unaware of where they exactly fit in. With each album the band has continually expand the breadth of their music by exploring vast musical soundscapes, transcending boundaries and experimenting with new techniques and styles, all while staying true to who they are, avoiding the passing trends and disproving naysayers. Often accused of wearing their hearts on their sleeves by the media, not that they mind, it's that passion that led them to the creation of their masterpiece, Common Existence, a thought-provoking and socially conscious album that relies heavily on their roots yet isn't afraid of venturing forward into stimulating new territories.
"The record is called Common Existence, and I think that this record in a lot of ways is the first time that I've looked at a lot of the same things...all the big life events that happen from a more adult perspective." singer Geoff Rickly recently explained in an exclusive interview with SPIN.com. "No matter how big the tragedy seems in your life, that's just the same thing every other person out there is going through. So in a way this is like an answer to War All The Time. When we did that record it was about how every little interaction is like this crazy war going on in our lives, and this one says 'now, well even the biggest things in our lives are very just common place,' and I think that's reflected in a lot of themes in the songs, where there's an overarching theme that's illustrated by something very specific in that sense it's a lot like a Bruce Springsteen record."
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Further casting has been confirmed for the West End transfer of the Royal Shakespeare's production of Helen Edmundson's play.
Joining the previously announced Romola Garai as Sarah, Duchess of Marlborough and Emma Cunniffe as Queen Anne will be Jonathan Christie, Michael Fenton-Stevens, James Garnon, Richard Hope, Hywel Morgan, Beth Park and Carl Prekopp with more casting to be confirmed.
Directed by Natalie Abrahami, Queen Anne tells the story of the life of one of England's little-known sovereigns and her intimate friendship with her childhood confidante Sarah, Duchess of Marlborough.
The production arrives in London following a run at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon back in 2015.
1702. William III is on the throne and England is on the verge of war. Princess Anne is soon to become Queen, and her advisors vie for influence over the future monarch. Sarah, Duchess of Marlborough, a close friend with whom Anne has an intensely personal relationship, begins to exert increasing pressure as she pursues her own designs on power.
Contending with deceit and blackmail, Anne must decide where her allegiances lie, and whether to sacrifice her closest relationships for the sake of the country.
Queen Anne will play at the Theatre Royal Haymarket from the 30th June until the 30th September. To book tickets visit: Ticketmaster.co.uk, Discount Theatre.com, Theatre Tickets Direct.co.uk, Theatre People.com and UK Tickets.co.uk.


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Popular homebrew game 'A Touch of War' has been updated to version 0.9b, bringing it one step closer to the elusive 1.0. The game features real-time strategy gameplay controlled by the touch screen. With real-time strategy being scarce on the DS be sure to give this game a whirl.
- Added all building/unit action buttons to the map screen.
- Finally added some text descriptions for each of the actions.
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- You can now cancel queued items by tapping on the item itself.
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As a triathlete, running is a major component of my training. I got hooked on to triathlon towards the end of 2011 when I did my first Sprint triathlon and immediately decided I would race in an Ironman ten months later!
I was a self-coached athlete at first. I figured my way through the sport by asking other experienced triathletes for their advice and scavenging through the internet to soak in as much information as possible. I had a basic heart rate monitor and stopwatch to record my training – no other gadgets.
Power provides instantaneous feedback on your output and therefore removes any guesswork on how hard you are pedaling.
Power is unaffected by your cardiac health (which does affect heart rate).
Power enables you to track performance consistently over a period of time.
After 3 years into the sport, I invested in a power meter! Yes, it took me that long but let me tell you that it was one of the best investments I've made (alongside purchasing a foam roller). I noticed improvements of over 40 seconds in my 40km cycling time trial and it was all down to the fact that I was better able to train at the right intensity every single time I rode my bike.
When I heard of Stryd, I knew I had no other choice but to get my hands on one of the Stryd power meters and similar to my cycling performance, I've seen substantial improvements in my running. I'm not just saying it for the sake of it but I have data to support my statement.
I received my Stryd power meter in December 2016 and it was as if Christmas came early for me! I immediately downloaded the app and registered my profile on the Stryd Power Center. Two months later I ran my first race of the 2017 season – the Surf City Half Marathon in Huntington Beach, California. Not only did I beat my previous half marathon time by 3 minutes, I also set PBs for my 5km, 10km and 10-mile splits! How did I use the Stryd power meter during my training? How did I pace myself during the race?
Before I continue, I would like to clarify that Critical Power is the power you can sustain for a long period of time (anywhere between 30mins to 2 hours).
My advice to you is that if you are training for short distances, use either of the first three options of the Critical Power Test Method. If training for longer distances such as half or full marathons, I recommend using the 10km estimate.
This is because you are likely to run harder if you know that you are only running for a short period of time. Therefore your Critical Power and subsequent power zones will be higher than needed if training for a half or full marathon.
I used my previous 10km PB to determine my Critical Power and power zones. Knowing my power zones, all I had to do was run within those zones! It's as easy as that!
My winter training consisted of 4 runs each week (in addition to my swimming and cycling training). I did a steady run every Tuesday and Thursday evening for 70mins. Every Saturday I would do a short 15-20 mins run at threshold after a 3-4 hour bike ride. Sunday mornings were reserved for my long runs (2 hours). All my steady and long runs were performed at an approximate average power of 240 watts. My short run on Saturdays I tried to keep at 260 watts.
Below is a screenshot from a steady run I did on Jan 12th, 2017. You can see that I maintained an average power of 239.9 watts and that my power was consistent throughout most of the run (see the profile of the graph).
Once you're dialed in with your power zones, the next important step is to be consistent. Not only should you be consistent with the number of the training session you perform each week but also with remaining in the power zones when you train. Even if you feel that you can run harder, you must control yourself and remain within the power zones. Don't forget that for long distance running, the essence of the steady run is to improve aerobic capacity and develop your musculoskeletal strength. This can only be achieved at moderate intensities.
I'm sure you'll get to the big day feeling very energetic, well-rested and determined to record a new PB! With all those miles behind you, all you really need to do is use your Stryd power meter to monitor your power and pace during the race.
When I ran the Surf City Half Marathon, my aim was to run within my threshold pace and power. I targeted a 3:50-3:55min/km pace and power of 270 watts based on the calculation from the Critical Power Test Method (see above). The calculations were spot on as I was able to hold that pace and power throughout the race! The screenshot below shows the data and the graph shows how I held a constant power throughout the majority of the race.
I ran my fastest half marathon and in the same race, I set PBs for my 5km, 10km and 10-mile splits! I was truly empowered by Stryd!
The advancement in technology is phenomenal. Using a power meter can substantially improve the way in which you train and race! Please don't get me wrong; I am not encouraging you to simply follow the numbers on your watch and forget about your running technique or how you feel during your training sessions. The message I want to get across is that the Stryd power meter is an extremely useful tool and should be used to guide you – not dictate you!
If I can improve my running performance then so can you! Be consistent, train smart and enjoy the process – the results will follow!


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Microsoft will be Triggering Forced Updates for Systems Running Outdated Windows Versions, Courtesy of the New Machine Learning Algorithms!
When Microsoft said that it would be pushing for forced upgrades on systems running outdated Windows 10 versions, it wasn't kidding. Just before the public release of the Windows 10 May 2019 Update (v1903), Microsoft announced that systems running Windows 10 April 2018 Update (v1803) or earlier versions would be the first to get affected with this approach.
Microsoft's official Twitter handle for Windows Update tweeted that training of its machine learning engine has already started. The engine will identify the systems running the outdated versions and when and how to push the latest Update.
According to Microsoft, it's adopting this approach in order to make sure that its devices get serviced with the latest features, windows and security updates and improvements. It has been known for quite a while now that systems running the Windows 10 April 2018 version will stop receiving security later this year. So, Microsoft's shift in strategy makes much more sense when this factor is taken into account.
Microsoft's John Cable explained last month that the forced updates shall be triggered for devices nearing the end of service. Microsoft's approach will ensure that these devices continue receiving updates and support that will in turn play a key role in keeping them safe and secure.
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With the already revealed details, it's safe to believe that Microsoft's machine learning algorithms will only affect systems that are running completely outdated systems. It should be noted that the new Windows 10 May 2019 Update was rolled out at a time when the Company was already receiving backlash for the debacle that was the October 2018 Update.
So, significant internal and external testing have been conducted to ensure that this update is reliable. While there have been a number of glitches with it as well, it's quite normal for every new update and moreover, it is nothing as compared to last year's botched version.


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Zhing-zhongs reflect economic creativity
Posted on July 1, 2016 by The Independent in Analysis, Comment, Opinion
LOW quality products mainly from China have earned infamy among many Zimbabweans, dismissively and derisively branded with the epithet zhing-zhong. There is an irony about the ignominy heaped upon the so-called zhing-zhongs – the nation that supposedly produces this source of 'shame' is rich beyond measure – US$10,355 trillion GDP. It might come as a shock to many to learn that the path of United States' historical economic prosperity started in Zhing-zhong Avenue. What has been labelled the Asian miracle was birthed in a maternity ward called Zhing-zhong.
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The roots of the historical prosperity of Asian Tigers are best explained from the perspective of its entrepreneurs. All of them thought like Henry Ford.
The mind of the man Ford: "I will build the car for the great multitude". Referencing the "great multitude" was Ford's clever play with words leased from a famous Biblical passage in Revelation 7 pertaining to the great multitude which is said no man could number. Ford waxed lyrically and boldly declared: "But it (car) will be so low in price that no man making a good salary will be unable to own one…" Once upon a time in an era called the Dark Ages it wasn't allowed to think and express oneself as creatively as Ford did.
No idea could legitimately exist outside the authority of ecclesiastical councils. Along came the Enlightenment, shaking ecclesiastical-controlled Europe at its foundations. It upended the authority of the Church and substituted it with the authority of reason. Thus was born the liberal arts university, a symbol of untethered thinking.
Immigrants of European descent fleeing ecclesiastical-inflicted persecution in the 17th century made liberty the founding principle of the US and an unchallengeable individual right. With liberty, sprang a simple but great innovation: rulers of the land were to be chosen by the people – elective democracy – in essence — a practical application of libertarianism was born. Economics was not spared from the influence of libertarianism.
This wave unchaining minds and markets washed the shores of the thoughts of America's entrepreneurs. No entrepreneur symbolises with rare clarity the sheer power of liberated thinking in business like Henry Ford. He stands at the intersection of democracy and business. The libertarian genes in Ford whether consciously or subconsciously saw him extending the idea of universal suffrage to business. The mercurial Steve Jobs shared the same genes. He did to electronics what Ford did to the automobile. Without this for-the-great-multitude thinking the Internet and Facebook would be still locked away in the unknown. So would be Coca Cola. Ford didn't invent the automobile. Before 1908, the automobile was the preserve of the big money club. To Henry Ford, this only-to-the-rich access was just like disenfranchising masses. Ford set himself a challenge to make the automobile accessible to the average American. Ford's future customers' only experience resembling driving was riding a horse. He knew that the only way to make a car for every American was to find ways to make the car simple to operate and very affordable. He pursued this task with dogged determination and unleashed the famous Model T. He stumbled upon a meat-processing system where carcasses were moved mechanically. That insight was imported by Ford and sired the assembly line – components would move to workers and not people to parts. A worker concentrated on one task. That shaved off costly labour hours. Ford fortuitously came across an accident- damaged race car from France. He noticed the body was made from a lighter material than he was accustomed to. He later learned it was an alloy called vanadium steel. Andrew Carnegie, that legendary US steelmaker, couldn't make that kind of steel. Ford decided to make it for himself. Put together, the assembly line and lighter material established a low-cost base for Ford's great-multitude car. Ford had done to business exactly what the founding patriarchs and matriarchs of the US had done – empowering masses of people to access the right to vote. On May 26, 1927, 19 years after Ford's first car rolled off the assembly line, the 15 millionth unit came off the Michigan based Highland Park assembly line. In 1908, the US population was 88,71 million.
Here is how the 1908 Ford Model T performed: No ignition. You started the car with a hand crank in the front of the car. To take the car over a steep ascent, you had to drive in reverse. Top speed was an ungenerous 72km/hr. It is said that if the levers of the car were not set correctly the machine would spin in reverse, risking a potential fracture to the operator. It's said the fracture was so common that doctors called it the Ford fracture. The sum of the matter: Ford made a zhing-zhong. The point that many who ridicule Chinese products miss is that zhing-zhongs follow Ford's Model T innovation blueprint – simplicity and affordability calculated to pull in what we may call the economically-disenfranchised great multitudes. Ford turned non-consumption into consumption. That's exactly how Japanese entrepreneurs such as Akio Morita of the Sony fame – the guy who gave us the Walkman – made Japan an economic juggernaut.
Japan's entrepreneurs in diverse industries started out by making small stuff for small people, turning non-consumption into consumption. These products then sought to fight non-consumption located beyond Japan's borders – ushering Japan's sunshine years of massive export-led growth. Japan's gargantuan economic growth rates of yesteryear that once breached 9% rhymed in sympathy with serial overseas victories won against non-consumption by Japanese products. Toyota did not enter America with the Lexus. It made small cars for small people which General Motors (GM) was not interested in. GM didn't care: Toyota was making zhing-zhongs that didn't interest big money.
Toyota quietly perfected its art of making cars cheaply and took that permanent cost advantage upmarket, making better zhing-zhongs, hounding out existing manufacturers from market tiers lying just above the vanguished ones.
Similarly, other Japanese manufacturers replicated Toyota's typical victories. Japan's manufacturers used this zhing-zhong trick many times over in industry after industry. As long as Japanese firms could pull this low-cost trick in overseas markets, its economy grew as if it were on steroids.
Then the party stopped. They were no more upmarket tiers to colonise. Japanese's massive growth rates tanked. It was Taiwan and South Korea's turn to assume the mantle of one-trick pony. Enter China – another one-trick pony.
China did no more than Henry Ford did. Ford liberated masses from the disease called non-consumption using the assembly line coupled with design simplicity as his lever to engineer the inescapable low-cost low imperative. The Chinese turned their own version of power-to-the-great-multitude thinking on ultra-low labour costs to create decent wealth for its people. Power-to-the-great-multitude: Isn't it ironic that the Chinese are achieving what nominal democracies are failing to deliver?
Zimbabwe can never be an African tiger as long as we miss the point that late-comers must zhing-zhong their way to prosperity. Where are Zimbabwe's Fords? Dzingai Mutumbuka was in the right direction. He was not in business, unfortunately.
Chulu is a management consultant and classic grounded theory researcher. He has published research in an international peer reviewed academic journal. — brettchulu@consultant.com
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Frank Zappa - The Lost Broadcasts (DVD)
Release Date: 6th August 2012
Label: Gonzo
Catalogue Number: HST109DVD
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Filmed on 19th June 1970.
Frank Zappa is considered one of the most interesting musical artists in the last 50 years. Famous for his groundbreaking work both with The Mothers of Invention and later in his career as a composer of incredible breadth and imagination working in the genres of rock, jazz and classical composition. Since his death in 1993 his profile has been elevated to that of a true original groundbreaking artist whose work is appreciated worldwide.
The original Mothers of Invention was put together by Frank in the mid-sixties and immediately attracted attention from both critics and contemporaries alike. Between 1966 and 1969, while the original line-up of the Mothers were operating as a band, they released a number of critically acclaimed albums including Freak Out, Absolutely Free, We're Only In It For The Money and his own debut solo album the classically inclined Lumpy Gravy.
Frank split the original version of The Mothers of Invention in late 1969 citing amongst other reasons the financial strain of keeping a large band on the road and working in the studio. He would, however, in the seventies retain the use of the name The Mothers of Invention with a revolving line-up of musicians.
Throughout the seventies and eighties Frank Zappa enjoyed commercial success with albums such as Apostrophe, Sheik Yerbouti and the three-act Joe's Garage. During this period Frank Zappa was incredibly productive, releasing more than forty albums - both studio recordings and live recordings either with The Mothers of Invention or as a solo artist. In the years leading up to his death Frank also composed and released a number of Classical albums.
The footage contained on this DVD is a real find for Frank Zappa fans being as it is an extended interview with Frank conducted in June 1970. The footage here is the original unedited footage and once again in keeping with the Lost Broadcasts series, much of this interview is previously unseen.
Frank Zappa as well as being an incredible music artist was a highly intelligent and articulate man and later in his life was even able to talk at a very high level about the concerns of censorship in music and the arts even butting heads with Tipper Gore who in the mid-eighties headed a group called the Parents Music Resource Centre. Gore's view was that music should be "stickered" giving a warning as to content. Frank Zappa, as you can imagine, saw this as a form of censorship and attended many public committee meetings, speaking intelligently and articulately against any such censorship.
The interview here filmed in June 1970 covers many subjects such as the control that television had on the viewing public, Drugs, The media and the new Mothers of Invention line-up, which at the time included drummer Aynsley Dunbar and former Turtles vocalists Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan, and interestingly the interview also touches on political subjects but we must bear in mind that this interview was conducted in those pre-Watergate days when a 'Rock Star' rarely talked about such subjects. Here as throughout the interview Frank Zappa gives relevant articulate and intelligent answers.
The length of the interview is interesting in itself considering in the modern era when artists rarely allow themselves to be interviewed at length about anything other than the current product, be it an album film or a book that they want to promote. Interestingly, Frank talks about his thoughts on people's perception of himself as an artist and as a composer. The interview as a whole is incredibly honest and again Frank Zappa is articulate and intelligent in his answers to the interviewer's questions.
Edited portions of the interview were subsequently broadcast in August 1970 and again in December 1970 but the full-length interview, which runs to 86 minutes, now makes its commercial debut on DVD and for Frank Zappa fans this interview will be of immense interest.
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Q: UiDevice takeScreenshot not saving I am attempting to take a screenshot of the emulator, but I am unable to save to photo.
@RunWith(AndroidJUnit4::class)
class ScreenshotTest : ScreenCaptureListener {
    private var device: UiDevice = UiDevice.getInstance(InstrumentationRegistry.getInstrumentation())
@get:Rule
    var mRuntimePermissionRule = grant(Manifest.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE)
@get:Rule
    var activityRule = ActivityTestRule(MainActivity::class.java , true)

@Test
    fun testScreenshot(){
        var directory = File("C:\\Users\\me\\Desktop\\Screenshot_Pics", "pic.png")
        device.takeScreenshot(directory)
    }

This is effectively my code, and the manifest file also contains these lines:
    <uses-permission android:name="android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE" />
    <uses-permission android:name="android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE" />

I am unsure the main cause of this issue. I am guessing it has to do with the permissions because I think I have tried most other possible like setting my emulators graphics to use my computer's.

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Eating fish one to three times per month in addition to taking daily fish oil supplements may be associated with a reduced risk of multiple sclerosis. These findings suggest that the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish may be associated with lowering the risk of developing MS.
For this study, researchers examined the diets of 1,153 people with an average age of 36 from a variety of backgrounds, about half of whom had been diagnosed with MS or clinically isolated syndrome. Participants were asked how much fish they regularly ate. High fish intake was defined as either eating one serving of fish per week, or eating one to three servings per month in addition to taking daily fish oil supplements. Low intake was defined as less than one serving of fish per month and no fish oil supplements.
The study found that high fish intake was associated with a 45 percent reduced risk of MS or clinically isolated syndrome when compared with those who ate fish less than once a month and did not take fish oil supplements. A total of 180 of those with MS had high fish intake compared to 251 of the healthy controls.
The study also looked at 13 genetic variations in a human gene cluster that regulates fatty acid levels. Researchers found two of the 13 genetic variations examined were linked to a lower risk of MS, even after accounting for the higher fish intake. This may mean that some people may have a genetic advantage when it comes to regulating fatty acid levels.
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Anyone who has violated their state's DUI laws and been arrested for a generic DUI is in for a difficult road involving court dates, DUI attorneys, and possible DUI penalties. Certain factors surrounding a DUI arrest can result in stiffer penalties for the offender. These factors can cause the charge to be upgraded or even carry mandatory jail sentences even if it is a first DUI offense. The factors and prospective DUI punishments may vary by state so it is vital that you consult with an experienced DUI attorney in your state. The following are several examples of circumstances that could lead to an aggravated DUI charge.
All states have the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) set at .08%. A person is arrested and charged with DUI when they are driving a vehicle with a BAC over this legal limit. Where many states differ is the amount that is considered "extremely high" or enough to move the crime to an aggravated DUI status. Many states say that two or more times the legal limit is extremely high. Minnesota, for example, designates .20 BAC to be an aggravating factor. "Extreme DUI" is another term used by some states to define an aggravated DUI charge.
A person charged with a DUI could also be ticketed for speeding if he was exceeding the speed limit prior to being pulled over. However, if his speed is judged to be excessive, he could increase the severity of his DWI charge. For example, if a person was going 55 in a 30 mph area, he could face a much harsher sentence than if he was only traveling ten miles over the speed limit. In the state of Kentucky, a person driving thirty miles over the speed limit while impaired will receive an aggravated DUI charge.
Many states take the presence of minors in a vehicle at the time of a DUI arrest very seriously. This situation can bump up a generic DUI to an aggravated DUI charge. Different states have different ages of children that, if present, will trigger the upgraded charge. In North Carolina, a problem arises if the minor is under the age of 16. In Kentucky they are a little more lenient; the minor must be under the age of 12. Furthermore, in some states, all it takes is for children to be nearby. For example, New Jersey allows for aggravated charges to be filed if the DUI offense happened in a school zone.
Aggravated charges could also arise when a driver arrested for DUI is also found to be without a legal license. The punishment is more severe because the courts see this as someone deliberately disregarding the law by knowingly operating a vehicle without the legal right to do so.
The purpose of laws and courts is to steer the public away from wrongdoing by punishing crime and attempting to rehabilitate offenders. People who receive multiple DUI convictions display a disregard for the law and the public. As a result, these DUI repeat offenders are almost always given harsher DUI sentences. States have different statutes for punishing habitual DUI offenders, so be sure to consult with a qualified DUI attorney within your own state to know your rights in relation to DUI laws.
If you are facing a DUI charge or charges with aggravating circumstances, it is always best to consult with an experienced DUI attorney. These cases usually involve harsher DUI penalties, but with the help of a DUI attorney, it could be possible to mitigate or avoid them altogether.


Sports Cash System Review : Is The System Legit or a Scam?
4 Who Is Tommy Krieg?
5 What shall I get after being the member of sports cash system?
6 Is sports cash system review by the third party?
7 How can I enroll in Sports cash system trial?
Go through our review whether the Sports Cash System is right for you.
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When you create an account, you get your username and password that you use to log into your account using any computer, anywhere, and at any time. When you log in, you should go to the member's area where you will get your day picks and instructions.
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Tommy Krieg is the pen name of the developer of "Sports Cash System". Tommy Krieg was a streetwise college math whiz who turned to become a pro sports bettor. The system comes with combining solid bankroll management, brilliant software and also the intervention of experts in providing sports prediction.
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Q: Reference for a dynamic range I have a table A2:E7, where each column comes from a dynamic array formula. As a result, =A2#, =B2#, etc. work and spill.
Now, I would like to use TEXTJOIN over each row, the expected results are in column F. But =TEXTJOIN(",",TRUE,A2:E2#) does not work. I don't know how to write the dynamic reference for a range.
Could anyone help?

A: Previous Answer
this one has a flaw: it assumes 1 char cell values, but I am leaving it here for reference. New answer below.
You could do:
=LET( m, A2:E7,
       rSeq, SEQUENCE( ROWS(m) ),
       L, MMULT( LEN(m),SIGN( SEQUENCE( COLUMNS(m) ) ) )*2-1,
       i, MMULT(--( TRANSPOSE( rSeq ) < rSeq ), L ) + rSeq - 1,
       MID( TEXTJOIN( ",", TRUE, m ), i+1, L ) )

Revised Answer
This can take variably sized cell values:
=LET( m, A2:E7,
       rSeq, SEQUENCE( ROWS(m) ),
       L, MMULT( LEN(m)--(m<>""), SIGN( SEQUENCE( COLUMNS(m) ) ) ) - 1,
       i, MMULT(--( TRANSPOSE( rSeq ) < rSeq ), L ) + rSeq,
       IFERROR( MID( TEXTJOIN( ",", TRUE, m ), i, L ), "" ) )

added @P.b's IFERROR wrapper to prevent blank rows from throwing a
VALUE error. - Thanks P.b! Nice catch.

There may still be some places for optimization.  Basically, it does a giant TEXTJOIN at the the end that concatenates everything with "," delimiters. With that in mind, it prepares some arrays that will be used to break up the giant text blob. L creates an array of lengths of each cell value as well as its delimiter (less 1). i is an index that simply adds up L's values consecutively into a columnar array to tell the MID function where to break while L tells MID the size of each chunk of the giant text blob.

NB: If the delimiter is more than 1 character, this fails.

Expanding Roots Method
If the requirements are:

*

*The input must be a row of cells that each contain dynamic arrays that are spilled below.

*The number of columns is variable, but contiguous.

*The delimiter is one character.

*All input cells are dynamic arrays of one column dimension.

*All dynamic arrays are equally sized.§

Then this formula should work:
=LET( root, A2:E2,
       c, COLUMNS(root),
       m, IFERROR( INDEX(root,1,1):INDEX(root,1,c)#, "" ),
       rSeq, SEQUENCE( ROWS(m) ),
       L, MMULT( LEN(m)--(m<>""), SIGN( SEQUENCE( c ) ) ) - 1,
       i, MMULT(--( TRANSPOSE( rSeq ) < rSeq ), L ) + rSeq,
       IFERROR( MID( TEXTJOIN( ",", TRUE, m ), i, L ), "" ) )

where root (A2:E2) is the input range that contains the roots of each dynamic array.

§ - If they are not equally sized, the underlaps will contain 0's.
This can be fixed by replacing 0 with "", but if your inputs would
normally contain valid 0's, this would be a bad approach, so I left
that out and maintained a requirement of equal length dynamic arrays
as inputs instead. If you require variable length arrays, with zeros,
it's possible, but will add more steps that could slow it down.

LAMBDA METHOD
So... finally LAMBDA is here and the above problem can now be solved by this single line formula:
=BYROW(A2:E7,LAMBDA(x,TEXTJOIN(",",1,x)))

crazy...


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Popcaan Enlists Quada For "Billion Pree (K.I.N.G)"
Popcaan has been steadily blessing fans with new music all year long. Although his OVO debut has yet to drop, he's kept fans on their toes with incredible singles. He even appeared on the Top Boy Soundtrack released through OVO.
This week, he blessed fans with a brand new song called "Billions Pree (KING)." With an appearance from Quada, who also appeared on Popcaan's "Billions" from the Top Boy soundtrack, the two deliver a laidback vibe while detailing their goals and aspirations in the future. With Dane Raychords holding down the track, it's clear that Popcaan is readying Quada for stardom. The young star who signed to the Unruly Boss has been delivering stand-out moments all year. It's starting to become quite clear what Popcaan's seen in him this whole time.
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Every day of every week, people try and call me trying to sell something to LexBlog. As a person working at a company, I appreciate people have products to sell and that this company is a target for those sales. I even admire the hard work of the people who keep calling despite having never gotten us to buy anything. 70% of the time, they have not even talked to a human.
What is boggling to me is the possible cost in trying to reach out to me.
Let's look at an average day. If I get on average about 10 calls per day from people attempting to sell me products like office supplies or financial services. Each of those calls is pretty short, but let's say the entire process takes 4 minutes. This includes calling our main number, explaining who they are, and convincing someone to transfer you to me. This is what happens the first time. Once they know who I am, they seem to quickly figure out how to get to me directly again and again.
10 calls per day x 4 minutes per call x 5 days per week x 52 weeks a year / 60 minutes = 173.3 hours of calls a year.
Let's say half of these are robocalls of some sort or are using technology that cuts all this effort in half. That brings it down to 86 hours. That still means that humans or human computer hybrids are spending over two work weeks trying to get in touch with me every year. At minimum wage of $7.25 that is $628.33 worth of effort. Even if we quarter that figure, it is entirely too much effort. Especially when after all these years the result has been negative.
I know how the math works on sales. Just one person needs to pick up and buy to make a lot of this effort all worth it. Still, it makes me depressed that I am on a list that is wasting so much time (both for the salesperson and for the people here at LexBlog).
Some company needs to make a list of not just people you CAN call, but people who are dead ends. This will save salespeople's times on jerks like me and reduce the amount of noise in the world.


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The major of Entomology prepares individuals to seek positions in state and federal agencies or private businesses, including structural pest control ones that concern themselves with various entomological activities. The curriculum is offered to students [undergraduate and graduate (MS, Ph.D.)] interested in positions in urban entomology, forensic entomology, biological control, aquatic environmental sciences and general entomology. Excellent opportunities are available in Florida and nationwide.


The NYC subway system is a home away from home for most New Yorkers, and though the good people of MoMA have done a pretty good job brightening our time underground with their new modern classics posters, Poster Boy has taken it a step further and made walking around in a smelly, crowded tunnel even more interesting. The artist/vandal is back again this week, bombing MoMA's most expensive subway ad-art campaign ever, possibly complicit with MoMA and against the wishes of the campaign's installers CBS Outdoors. However that ends up, you can watch Poster Boy do some stuff on video after the jump.


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Dog Dead, Crews Investigating After Moosup Fire
Moosup fire officials said a dog has died after a fire Sunday afternoon. Crews said they responded to a home on Green Hollow Road just before 2 p.m. All four occupants were able to make it out of the house safely. Firefighters said one dog died in the fire. The Red Cross responded and provided assistance to four adults, including…
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Bomb Threat to Moosup Post Office Was a False Alarm: Police
Plainfield Police responded to a post office in Moosup after they allegedly received a bomb threat this morning. The incident happened at approximately 9:45 a.m. The post office on South Main Street was evacuated and the road was closed by officials. Police said the state police bomb squad responded to the scene and conducted a search of the property, utilizing…
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Police Investigate Car Crash That Left One Injured in Moosup
Police are investigating after a car crash that left one injured in Moosup Thursday evening. The crash happened at approximately 4:34 p.m. in the area of 116 New Road, police said. Police said the driver, 31-year-old Bryant Gardner, was traveling north on New Road when he drove off the road, hitting numerous objects and overturning his car. Gardner was transported…
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Man Accused of Starting a Fire in an Abandoned Moosup Building
Plainfield police have arrested a man who is accused of starting a fire in an abandoned building in Moosup on Saturday. Officers on patrol saw concerned citizens on Prospect Street in Moosup around 10 p.m. When police spoke with the citizens, they said they could hear an alarm coming from an abandoned, boarded up building at 40-44 Prospect Street. As…


i'm going to replace the guide bearings for my bandsaw the bearings that go on the sides and in back of the saw blade. there are 2 types to choose from. double sealed and double shielded. the bearings will get loaded with wood and metal dust. (thats why they need replaced). what type would i need to get the most protection?? my suspensions would be double sealed. they cost a few dollars more each.
Your suspicions would be correct, get the sealed bearings.
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MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – A new summer camp is helping kids battle their scars, inside and out.
Burn survivors met up north to share their stories and find strength. The connections led to newfound courage.
The goofy chants and games might look and sound a lot like any camp this summer in Cross Lake, but look closely and there is a bond no one would willingly choose.
"I think a lot of healing happens here because people learn to be themselves," Gabe Schwarzlander said.
Two summers ago, Schwarzlander hit the ATV trails with a few friends in Bemidji. They fueled up when a leaky can gave way on their ride.
"The gas just started splashing up on my back," Schwarzlander said.
Schwarzlander suffered second and third-degree burns to nearly half his body.
For 10-year-old Jake Thiel, it was a deer hunting trip and a decision to pour gas on a campfire.
Third-degree burns to Jake's back, arm and face put him in the hospital for more than a month.
The boys are two of 42 children at this year's Camp Red who will forever be scarred by their stories as an all-volunteer staff dedicates a week to help them work through it.
"It's hard for a kid to realize their dream when they're afraid to take their shirt off," said Dr. Jon Gayken.
As a surgeon at Hennepin Healthcare, Gayken is part of a team who will treat some 500 burn patients a year. It's where Gayken spent time recovering himself after a rare blood infection led to skin grafts on his arms and legs.
"Took me from a very healthy, robust 17-year-old having fun to a kid who literally and figuratively had to learn how to walk again," Gayken said.
In a way, it's what makes this camp so special — a new network made possible after a fire call went terribly wrong.
A backdraft fire in 2010 sent Jake Laferriere jumping out of a 3rd floor window to save his life. So moved by kids in his same condition, Laferriere launched Firefighters for Healing, a nonprofit offering support for burn survivors and their families, from gift drives to other random acts of kindness. Now, to a summer camp.
For Theil, it's meant new confidence.
"I'm not really as scared anymore," he said.
Burn camp costs are covered by donations to Firefighters for Healing. The group also has its sights set on new housing to give families of burn survivors a comfortable place during hospital stays.
That complex would also be available for any Minnesota firefighter receiving care in the Twin Cities, for any reason at all.


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A few thoughts from John Fleck, a writer of journalism and other things, living in New Mexico
Social Media and the Journalist's Toolkit
Posted on | February 5, 2011 |
http://www.inkstain.net/fleck/?p=5302
Three interesting case studies this week in the use of social media in my journalism (or in one case just my life), which I hope might be of some interest to others (especially colleagues who have been skeptical of its utility – you know who you are).
New Mexico had a historic storm this week, a freeway-clogging, school-closing, pipe-freezing, gas-service-interrupting mess. One of my jobs at the newspaper is to pay attention to the weather and explain/warn as needed. I could not have done that, or done it as well, without Twitter.
Every newsroom I've worked in over the decades has had, as its soundtrack, the chatter of a police scanner. We know how to use that – quick bursts of information, often unconfirmed, that are worth paying attention to in a low level, background way.
My Twitter feed is like that, but on a broad range of topics. It includes, for example, a number of people working at the National Weather Service's Albuquerque office, who do a great job of sending out links to their latest forecast information, interesting data, and a heads up when the weather is about to get interesting. (That's Kerry Jones and Daniel Porter you see in the accompanying picture, passing along a link to Daniel's latest storm update.) My feed also includes other journalists, emergency services folks (both agency and individual feeds) and a lot of regular people who live around New Mexico. When an event like our epic cold happens, the chatter picks up, creating an ambient awareness of the developing situation – tidbits to check out, alerts from government officials, journalists linking to their latest info, people asking questions, other people giving answers.
There is, for example, Melwell Romancito up in Taos, where the gas has been off for more than 48 hours. I have no idea who she is, but people started Retweeting her stuff, I followed her, and she's become a great source of information. (She just pointed out a problem with some info that's currently making the rounds from an earlier gas company release. Turns out we still have that info on the newspaper's web site. Must get it fixed.) Or TaosJohn, who shared a link to the Taos Police Department Facebook page. There also are official channels, like the New Mexico public safety folks.
This is the sort of ongoing, rapid fire communication that has always gone on in a story like this – trying to reach out and communicate as quickly as possible with a range of people who might have relevant information. Twitter is simply a huge force multiplier.
The second case study is far simpler and less freighted, but has a lot of similarities.
I don't write much directly about economics, but it is an important boundary condition for a lot of what I cover – water policy, energy, environmental issues. So I try to have a sort of ongoing ambient awareness about what's going on in the economy, to help me understand when I need to dive into in more detail. My Twitter feed includes a list of economists and economics journalists (and probably some people who are both) that acts as a sort of police scanner for the economy. When Friday's confusing set of jobs/unemployment numbers came out, I didn't have the time or the expertise to sort it out myself. But that was OK, because the people I follow on Twitter did it for me in a 24-hour burst of shared links – first alerting me to the data release, then taking me through the sorting out they were all doing.
Again, this is the sort of thing I could have done (and often still do) in other ways – hunting through the econ blogs and work of various journalists or diving into the data myself. Twitter made it far easier and more serendipitous.
There are a lot of other subject areas like these – New Mexico politics and the state legislature, climate science and politics, energy policy, western water – where a carefully assembled Twitter feed of smart people chatting about what they know is an incredibly useful way of tracking what's going on. Having the equivalent of a police scanner for the water policy beat is awesome.
In the previous cases, I am my own "curator", picking which feeds to follow, getting a feel for who to listen to and how. The previous cases also relate directly to my job. The final case study is Egypt, where I've joined 39,414 other twitter users (as of 8:27 p.m. MST Saturday) and outsourced the curation to Andy Carvin. Amy Gahran at Knight Digital Media explains a bit about who Carvin is (NPR "senior strategist", whatever that means) and how he's doing it. The bottom line is that he's find and sharing information at an amazingly rapid fire and amazingly useful rate.
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Our Very Own Rosetta Stone
By Coastal Breeze News Staff | on August 18, 2017
By Maureen Chodaba
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In ancient Egypt, the Rosetta Stone was the key to understanding hieroglyphics. In the world of modern technology, we know Rosetta Stone as a downloadable language learning program. On Marco Island, we have a Rosetta Stone of our very own.
Marco Island resident Rose Kraemer is Rosetta Stone, the renowned singer of Marco Island and Naples. She is our key to entertainment in the language of music. But there is much more to this talented diva than tunes and a microphone. Rose Kraemer has set this community on fire with her generous spirit of giving in the language of love.
The early days – a star is born
Hailing from Elizabeth, New Jersey, Rose and her husband Tom moved to Marco Island following Tom's retirement as Chief of Police for the township of Union, New Jersey. Back in the Garden State, Rose held a diverse array of jobs and careers including that of being a restaurant hostess, legal secretary, billing agent for a pharmaceutical company, licensed realtor, property manager and even the owner and operator of a health food store. But music was always the driving force in her soul. She recalls her parents' love of music and dancing along with her mother's beautiful voice that inspired Rose to participate in school glee club, musicals and CYO talent shows. Rose recalls the early years of her musical career, saying "I have been a paid musician since 1975 when I was only 19 years old. I remember a friend telling me I should audition for a band her boyfriend was playing sax in." She got the job as that band's female vocalist and the rest is history.
Rose enjoying happy times with her sons, Ziggy (left) and Evan Gurnick (middle).
Music is her way of giving back to our community. She has donated her time and talent to many causes, particularly Meals of Hope. She sings from her heart to help the hungry each month at the Happy Hour for Hope fundraisers, drawing in a large crowd every time. In November 2015, she was named the Sunrise Rotary's Unsung Hero in appreciation of these efforts. She helps with fundraising and sponsorship for Christmas Island Style. She recently shared her talent at their Christmas in July karaoke event, opening with the tender warmth of holiday carols and closing with her sizzling hot rendition of Pitbull's "Fireball." She has performed at the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life of Marco Island, helping to raise funds to find a cure. Making new friends by welcoming newcomers to the island has been her passion as she has served on the boards of the Newcomers Club and its spin-off group, Just Friends.
Photo by Maureen Chodaba Rose and Tom Kraemer
Behind Rose's spirit of giving, there lies a driving force of energy, fueled by the two things that mean the most to her – faith and family. "My parents were loving, but strict. I had a Catholic upbringing in New Jersey," says Rose. "My Mom was in the church choir and altar guild, while doing many novenas at church. My Dad worked at the local Archdiocese
Cemetery as a laborer. It was a hard job, working outside in the elements, sometimes with a jackhammer. He also painted houses on the weekend so they could send us to Catholic school." Following her parents' tradition of service to the Catholic Church, Rose volunteers as an usher at San Marco Catholic Church. Her parents are now both deceased, but Rose has been blessed with two sisters, Angela in Naples and Michele in Easton, Pennsylvania. They and their respective families talk and visit as often as they can.
Rose goes on to say "My faith has gotten me through the best and worst of times in my life. Like the poem Footprints, I know there were times when Jesus carried me, when I was beaten down and my faith was shaky. Had it not been for my faith, who knows where I would be now." Rose's son, Evan Gurnick, 29, a graduate of Johnson & Wales University, is the Operations Manager of the MGM Hotel at the National Harbor in Maryland. Rose beams with pride, saying "I am so proud of the man he has become. Since the day he was born he has made my life so wonderful." This loving mother and son have supported each other through times of profound sadness. Rose's son and Evan's brother, Ziggy Gurnick, was a graduate of Boston University and an aspiring actor in NYC. He was very musical like his mother and had many talents and gifts, including an extraordinary memory. He had starred in many high school productions, including the Wizard of Oz in which he played the Scarecrow. Unfortunately, he never achieved his true potential in the acting field as he passed away at the age of 23 after a two year battle with melanoma. When Rose performs her rendition of "Over the Rainbow," one can unequivocally feel the power and grace of eternal love between mother and son, transcending time and embracing faith.
One Marco Island resident refers to Rose as a "happy pill" saying, "I can be having a bad day, but once I hear her sing, I feel great!" She has an incredible knack for engaging the crowd, both young and those of a more ripened maturity. I recall a time years ago when a little girl was watching Rose perform. She was attentively listening and watching Rose's every move, but shyly hiding behind her mother. Rose lured her out to the dance floor and handed her a tambourine. Stepping out from the protective shadow of her mother, it was then apparent that this beautiful child had a physical impairment of one of her arms. Although hesitant at first, with Rose's loving encouragement, that little girl became the best tambourine player I have ever seen, wowing the crowd with enthusiasm and delight! I'm sure that moment lives on in the heart of that beautiful little girl to this day. I know it will live in my heart forever. I also look back to the days when Rose would dance with a friend, now deceased, who had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. In those moments on the dance floor, that brave gentleman was free from the demons of Parkinson's disease and danced as if he was Fred Astaire. Those moments were proof incarnate of the healing power of music.
Whether it is her moving rendition of "Con Te Partiro" or a slice of "Cake by the Ocean," Rosetta Stone will put a smile on your face and a spring in your step; your dance step, that is! Rose has the unique ability to bring out the toe tapper in all of us, even those of us who claim to have two left feet!
Rose is very quick to give credit and thanks to her husband Tom who she lovingly refers to as "The Chief." She says "He is my partner in music and really knows how to fix almost anything. He has always loved my boys very much and has helped me through some rough times. Tom has enabled me to have the great life we have here in Florida."
Here on Marco Island, we are very thankful for our very own Rosetta Stone! I think we can all agree that she is really not a stone at all. She is a precious gem! She is our one and only, truly special, amazing and beautiful Rose!
Rosetta Stone performs each Friday from 6:30 to 9:30 PM at LaTavola Restaurant and Bar, 961 Winterberry Drive, Marco Island. Other upcoming engagements include Meals of Hope Happy Hour at Pinchers on Monday, August 28 from 5-7 PM; Ciao Bella on Saturday, September 2 from 6-9 PM, The SpeakEasy on September 3 from 4-7 PM and Bill's Steak and Seafood in Naples on Saturdays October 7 and 21 from 6:30 to 9:30 PM.
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One response to "Our Very Own Rosetta Stone"
Betsy Wohltman says:
This is a truly fitting tribute to one of Marco Islands' most philanthropic community members.
Rose has always used her God-given gift to lift the souls of all who come to enjoy her music.
Thank you for sharing this background information for all our Marco Island friends.
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FerociouslySteph responds to Twitch council backlash "I have power"
Published: 18/May/2020 7:25 Updated: 18/May/2020 11:29
by Brad Norton
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Twitch streamer Steph 'FerociouslySteph' Loehr has responded to criticism of her broadcasts and stances on video game features, after being named as one of the councilors on the platform's new Safety Advisory Council.
The Amazon-owned streaming service announced a new council on May 14 with the intention of promoting more consistent moderation across Twitch. Featuring a number of academics alongside veteran stars, one personality ended up standing out from the pack.
FerciouslySteph has been targeted for not only for her controversial takes on multiplayer gaming, but also for allegedly bypassing the Twitch codes and practices she's onboard to enforce. Booting up her stream on May 17, the divisive figure has now responded to the recent backlash.
"I'm not going anywhere, I have power. They can't take it away from me," she said during her recent stream in response to the ample criticism and complaints that have already surfaced since Twitch's council announcement.
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As Loehr continued her statement, she outlined how "some people should be afraid of [her]." She did not, however, mention any specific names, but there have been a few high-profile stars who weighed in against her already.
"I represent moderation and diversity," FerciouslySteph continued in her on-stream rebuttal. "I'm gonna come for harmful people. If you're a really sh***y person, I'm gonna stand up against you. Twitch is endorsing me to do that."
However, as her broadcast continued, the newly-announced Twitch councilor began to contradict some of her original statements.
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An hour after first making her rebuttal statement, FerciouslySteph admitted she has "literally zero power right now." On top of that, she's unclear how much she will have in any capacity moving forward too: "I have no idea how much power I have…at the moment, it's zero."
Eight individuals currently sit among the council, though there's yet to be definitive proof of just how much authority they command.
"I might have more [power] later, but right now all I can tell is that I'm supposed to say what things I think are maybe bad ideas," the under-fire streamer continued. "Then Twitch will maybe act on them."
While much was vague, one key point was clarified in her latest stream: "I'm not Twitch staff," she explained, confirming she is a separate and independent entity to the streaming platform she's now been named an advisor for.
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Conor McGregor explains why YouTube boxing is "good business" for the sport
Published: 16/Jan/2021 1:20
by Alex Tsiaoussidis
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Jake Paul and Logan Paul helped popularize 'YouTube Boxing' in recent years, although it's often described as a mockery of the sport. However, Conor McGregor explained why he isn't against it and thinks it's good business.
Conor McGregor has been focused on his upcoming UFC 257 bout against Dustin Poirier for a while now. However, that hasn't stopped Jake Paul from doing his best to rope the former double champion into an exhibition boxing match.
Jake first called him out back in November 2020 after he knocked out Nate Robinson. Then, he taunted him to accept a $50 million fight offer several weeks later and has been flailing about ever since.
He still hasn't managed to get his attention. However, his antics did draw out comments from UFC President Dana White and Conor's coach, John Kavanagh. Now, Conor has finally shared his thoughts on YouTube boxing as a whole, and here's what he had to say.
Jake Paul has tried and failed to bait a response from Conor McGregor.
"A lot of people are criticizing [YouTube boxing] as maybe making a bit of a mockery of fighting," asked an interviewer. It's the predominant view among fans of combat sports. "I want you to weigh in on that for me."
"If they are fighting, well, then it can't make a mockery of fighting, right?" said Conor. "They're getting in, and they're competing. I am not so much against it. The YouTube kid and the NBA star competing [was] good business.
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"Am I into those competitions myself? It's not the most high level if any level… [but] as they say if it makes dollars, it makes sense," he added. "I know Dana and the UFC are not really into it, but… I'm not so against it. I think if people are willing to get in and take the risk of making that walk, I am certainly a viewer."
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Conor's opinion might come as a surprise to fans who expected him to make scathing comments. However, as a businessman himself, it seems like he's all for it. Plus, as he said, YouTube boxers are still fighting and giving it their all.
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On another note, Conor didn't seem too incensed about Jake. He barely mentioned him at all.
Still, it's only a matter of time before Jake responds, and there's no doubt he won't be too thrilled about being referred to as "the YouTube kid."


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Sura van Dordrecht (ong. 1270 – Dordrecht, 1320) is een heilige in de Rooms-Katholieke Kerk. Zij zou de Grote of Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk van Dordrecht hebben gesticht.

Legende
Sura liet de kerk bouwen door drie arbeiders te huren. Ze bezat echter maar drie gouden munten, maar elke dag, als ze de arbeiders weer betaalde, had ze drie nieuwe munten in haar geldbuideltje! De drie arbeiders vermoedden rijkdom en vermoordden haar met een vildersmes; maar ze bleek, behalve de drie muntjes, niet meer bezit te hebben. De drie werden voor de rechter geleid en ze werden ter dood veroordeeld. Maar Sura stond op uit de dood, verscheen bij de rechter en vroeg hem de levens van de arbeiders te sparen. Ze leidde de drie naar Rome, waar ze op de biecht gingen. Hierna verleende de paus de (onafgebouwde) kerk van Dordrecht het recht om aflaten te verkopen. Op de plaats van de moord zou volgens de legende een bron met geneeskrachtig water zijn ontstaan, waar koortslijders van dronken en genazen.

Op het kerkhof, ten noordoosten van het Mariakoor, is er tot de zeventiende eeuw inderdaad een bron geweest, de Suraput, waaruit volgens schriftelijke getuigenissen geneeskrachtig water stroomde. Dit trok veel pelgrims, en met het geld dat men verzamelde werd de kerk afgebouwd.

Sura wordt voorgesteld als een jonge vrouw. Vaak heeft ze haar haar los. Ze heeft een mes en een martelaarspalm in haar handen. Soms is er duidelijk een snee in haar nek te zien.

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 Sura's feestdag is 10 februari;
 In de binnenstad van Dordrecht is een Sint Suraplein vernoemd;
 de cantorij van de Grote Kerk draagt de naam ''Sura Cantat;
 in 1992 is er in een nis van de Grote Kerk door Herman A. van Duinen een muurschildering aangebracht, waarop haar legende staat afgebeeld;

Heilige in het christendom
Nederlands heilige of zalige
Geschiedenis van Dordrecht
Volksverhaal
Dordrecht
Dordrecht

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In 1994, British Hunter introduced the new Ranger hull shape to their collection, which included the now popular Hunter 265. The range was designed by David Thomas and they have great stability due to the hull having long waterlines and the existence of a subtle chine. This meant the boats are extremely good at holding to a straight line.
Most Hunter Ranger 265 s are bilge-keel versions, although fin keels were available too. The bilge-keel versions have an extremely high angle of vanishing stability, 147°. A degree of over 120 is considered high, and is rare in a 26 foot boat.
The Hunter Ranger 265 is a small family yacht with an efficient layout for the size of the boat and that can be comfortably stayed in as a family for a holiday or cruise. The yachts are cruisers rather than racers, and are reliable and sturdy sailors. There is over 6 foot headroom in much of the interior, another advantage important to longer cruises. The boat was a popular yacht, with a hundred built between 1994 and 1999. Since then, the Hunter Ranger 265 has been replaced by the Hunter Channel 27.


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'What's in a name? The weird and outrageous baby names I've encountered'
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What's in a name? Well lots, I've since learned. I can't understand why people give their offspring such ridiculous names or why perfectly rational people decide to change theirs.
I have a wonderful niece with the name Dianne, given to her by her doting parents. She changed it years ago to Di-Anne. We're all used to it now.
I have a wacky friend who changed her middle name to Dancing Queen since she's obsessed with the Swedish pop supergroup ABBA. Her children have declared her crazy and who knows, they may be right.
Judy Garland's birth name was Francis Ethel Gumm. I have to admit I'd want to change that too.
I had a teacher at school whose surname was Fortune thus she was Miss Fortune till she married and took her husband's name.
A mother who was enrolling her child at kindergarten was asked, "And what's the name of your little girl?"
"Sim won," She replied.
"Oh, and how do you spell that?" asked the enrolling teacher.
"S-I-M-O-N-E," replied the mother.
"Ah, Simone," gasped the teacher.
"No, Simwon," was the response. Had she been reading Mills and Boone and fallen in love with the heroine?
Another kid I knew went by the name of Lunar. The classes' nickname for her was 'Tic!' Surely that must have come from parents. I'm surprised she didn't actually develop one.
My mother hated her names — Mabel Patricia — and the result was that my sister and I didn't get a middle name. My poor sister only got one syllable, Jill. I at least got three syllables, Bar-ba-ra. At school I really missed having a middle name and invented one for myself — Michelle. Classy eh? What a French feeling I thought as I wrote my name on the cover of my brown paper covered book.
I was filling in something on the computer the other day and it required a middle name. This must be filled in it declared, so I put "None." It then sent me something addressed to Barbara None Stacey!
I have a totally unproven theory that children who are on the spectrum somewhere would be better off if they didn't have names like 'Diesel' (yes I know one) and would perform so much better with a good old fashioned name that didn't need explaining like 'John' or 'Elizabeth'. Sturdy names that indicate a solid grasp of life.
And what's with children being named after cities/towns? I've met a few called Paris and while most were girls, one was a boy. American cities and states are popular now as names I see. There's Arizona and Dallas, Madison, Montana and Dakota. Do you ever read the obituaries and, having discovered you aren't there yet, you peruse the names of the grandchildren and great grandchildren? I do and have quite a time wondering how the kids will turn out.
I once knew a woman called Candy. Yes, that was her name. She was famous for her pick up line, "Hi, my name's Candy, do you want a piece?"
And on a sombre note think about the women writers who wrote under male names since then they thought they would be taken seriously — our own Miles Franklin for example who simply left off her first names, Stella Maria Sarah.
I find that dogs too have pretentious names these days. Imagine calling your hound 'Oliver'!
If I was going to change my name I'd be Natasha Ilinsky. It's got a certain ring to it, exotic and foreign, don't you think?
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Wilson turns away from House's office door, allows himself the luxury of an exasperated sigh. Cuddy is always telling him that House won't change, that House epitomizes selfishness, that House is… House.
Maybe Cuddy's right. One favor; a simple consult. And he behaves like I've just stolen his iPod. But he can't give up on House; he won't.
Later that night, Wilson enters his office, exhausted. The first thing he sees is a bag of chips. It's sitting atop two pages of a familiar scribble, and that scribble contains a diagnosis for his patient, and a detailed plan of care.
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