Some recent medical research has increasingly been focusing on the association of gut microbiota, an intricate and dynamic population of microorganisms in the intestine, with several physical and mental health conditions, including depressive disorders, stress and anxiety. Taking this research further, a new exploratory study by researchers from the Stellenbosch University (SU) in South Africa has found a link between specific gut bacteria and the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Further, individuals who had experienced childhood trauma had lower levels of actinobacteria and verrucomicrobia. According to Malan-Müller, this finding was "interesting" since individuals exposed to childhood trauma had a higher risk of developing PTSD in later life. It was possible that in response to childhood trauma, the alterations in gut bacteria happened early in life. However, not everyone who experiences trauma goes on to develop PTSD.
A growing body of research has identified that mental illnesses like affective disorders, anxiety disorders and psychotic disorders are caused not only by psychological or genetic factors but also from "full-body, inflammatory conditions related to the immune state". Studies, many of which are based on animal models, have found that gut microbiota affects brain function, stress, behavior and memory. Stress may impact bacterial growth and damage the gut lining, allowing bacteria and toxins to enter the bloodstream. This may cause inflammation, which is a contributory factor in many psychiatric disorders.
In the United States, it is estimated that nearly 60 percent men and 50 percent women experience at least one traumatic event during their lifetime, and 7-8 percent of the American population will develop PTSD at some point. Children and teens may develop PTSD as a result of one or more adverse events, including sexual or physical abuse and witnessing/being involved in violent events like shootings, natural disasters or accidents. It was previously estimated that 5 percent adolescents aged 13-18 years met the criteria for PTSD in their lifetime.
So far, research has not yet been able to establish if the differences in composition of gut microbiota actually cause PTSD and other psychiatric disorders or are a result of such disorders. The researchers asserted that investigations into these gut-brain connections will help in understanding the factors contributing to PTSD and developing future treatments for several diseases despite the current limitations of such knowledge.
Past research has concluded that the presence or absence of conventional gut microbiota influences the development of behavior along with neurochemical changes in the brain. If future studies can establish a link between PTSD and inflammation, it could lead to potentially newer and better treatments.
For many children, PTSD symptoms reduce on their own after some months. However, if the symptoms are severe and timely treatment is not provided, they may linger for years. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most effective treatment for PTSD in children and adolescents. Other treatment approaches include psychological first aid (PFA), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and play therapy.
As one of the leading therapeutic boarding schools in the United States, White River Academy helps teen boys aged between 12 and 17 years recover from mental disorders, including PTSD in teens. Call our 24/7 helpline or chat online with one of our experts to know about the best treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder in children.


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Summaries of Findings and Recommendations from Six Reports on COVID-19 Response by an Ad Hoc Team of Former Members of President's Obama's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology
Christine Cassel
Christopher Chyba
Eric Lander
Richard C. Levin
Ed Penhoet
Maxine Savitz
Read more about Summaries of Findings and Recommendations from Six Reports on COVID-19 Response by an Ad Hoc Team of Former Members of President's Obama's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology
The authors provide a set of summaries of key findings and recommendations for six reports on the U.S. COVID-19 Response.
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Epidemiological Modeling Needs New, Coherent, Federal Support for the Post-COVID-19 Era
William Press
| Sep. 28, 2020
Read more about Epidemiological Modeling Needs New, Coherent, Federal Support for the Post-COVID-19 Era
Epidemiological modeling is an important but under-supported field of science that lacks a clear home among the federal science-funding agencies. Additional basic research and translational work in the field is needed between pandemics, and greater operational capabilities are needed during epidemics. The authors of this report have identified here a series of actions that can strengthen modeling efforts and their operationalization, to make the country better prepared for the next pandemic.
AP/Alex Brandon
Paper - Centre for International Governance Innovation
US Intelligence, the Coronavirus and the Age of Globalized Challenges
Calder Walton
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This essay makes three arguments. First, the US government will need to establish a coronavirus commission, similar to the 9/11 commission, to determine why, since April 2020, the United States has suffered more coronavirus fatalities than any other country in the world. Second, the COVID-19 pandemic represents a watershed for what will be a major national security theme this century: biological threats, both from naturally occurring pathogens and from synthesized biology. Third, intelligence about globalized challenges, such as pandemics, needs to be dramatically reconceptualized, stripping away outmoded levels of secrecy.
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Testing for the Pathogen During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Future Ones
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The United States has failed to deploy adequate testing for the presence of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 during the Covid-19 pandemic and has been unable to avoid continued spread of the virus. In this report, the authors explain why such testing is an essential factor in efforts to control the pandemic, why adequate testing has been difficult to achieve, and why the United States has not met the challenge. They conclude by recommending ways to provide more extensive testing in this and future epidemics.
AP/Matt Dunham
Paper - Institut für Sicherheitspolitik
The Global Order After COVID-19
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Despite the far-reaching effects of the current pandemic, the essential nature of world politics will not be transformed. The territorial state will remain the basic building-block of international affairs, nationalism will remain a powerful political force, and the major powers will continue to compete for influence in myriad ways. Global institutions, transnational networks, and assorted non-state actors will still play important roles, of course, but the present crisis will not produce a dramatic and enduring increase in global governance or significantly higher levels of international cooperation. In short, the post-COVID-19 world will be less open, less free, less prosperous, and more competitive than the world many people expected to emerge only a few years ago.
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Transatlantic Dialogue: The Missing Link in Europe's Post-Covid-19 Green Deal?
Álvaro Renedo
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This policy brief emphasizes that the European Green Deal's effectiveness in a post Covid-19 world will require the involvement of strategic partners, especially the US. In the context of a potential US withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and the consequential vacuum, it will be even more important to engage the US in implementing the GD. In light of divergence between the US and the EU during past climate negotiations (e.g. Kyoto, Copenhagen, and Paris), we suggest a gradual approach to US engagement with GD initiatives and objectives.

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The posh Peninsula Beverly Hills caters to celebrities on a regular basis but during award season the place is packed with members of the A-list. So besides providing some of the most luxurious rooms and suites in town, seamless service and fine food at the newly reimagined Belvedere, the hotel has to provide the ultimate in pampering. And it not only does regularly but for the season and Valentine's Day it has upped spa services to help 'buff and shine' its stars for Red Carpet readiness.
We're talking high performance facials that hide any flaws (yes even superstars have things to hide), luxurious body treatments that de-stress, private training sessions that tone, and sun-kissed spray tans that make them look like they just returned from the French Riviera. "Everyone is always looking for the secret behind that red carpet glow – the trick is that it's never just a single treatment," explained spa director Amber Loose. Of course you don't have to be rich and famous to partake of the pampering (well having money helps) for Valentine's Day or any time.
The "Red Carpet Ready" is available through 2016. To book yours call (310) 975 2854, or e-mail spapbh@peninsula.com. For additional information click here.
The Pen Spa, which is located on the rooftop adjacent to the pool and lounges, houses seven treatment rooms plus two nail suites, divine eucalyptus steam rooms, private changing rooms with relaxation area and serenity lounge, it is open daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Check out the video for a flashback of young up and comers on the Red Carpet.


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First month at university
Nathaniel Christopher	/ January 30, 2002
"Well, tomorrow I move to Vancouver. Sitting here in this empty living room, I am overcome by calmness. I am so excited about the prospect of moving to Vancouver. I pray for happiness and prosperity."
My Trent University student card… the photo was taken during my very brief stint as a blond.
With those words my simple life in Nanaimo ended. I traded in my plaid shirts for fleece vests, 3 oclock tea-time for 5 minute McDonald's Breakfasts on the Sky Train. I was reborn as a stylin' Vancouverite, rocking it up at the Gap and drinking frappucinos. I came to Vancouver to live the "exciting" life of bright city lights, oversized malls, fast sky trains, boutiques that I'd never shop at, and employment. I got everything I wanted out of Vancouver and after almost two years I am tired of part time jobs, crappy community college, and paying a king's ransom for everything. If I don't leave this place right now by the time I'm 40 the only words in my vocabulary will be "Paper or plastic?". As a measure to avoid the above fate I have made the irrevocable decision to pursue a University education.
No much to happen. life to unravel like backwards fortune cookie in mist of dim sum! Meaning, life goes on in a simple, quiet way. This is what I intended. Trent University is situated about 7 km outside of town so it's like its own little world. It's like Malaspina but smaller. The land area is bigger and so are the buildings but there are far fewer of them and they are REALLY spread out! I am used to walking insane distances out West, but here it's not so simple. It's so fucking cold and windy here and to walk to the next building can be murder! I am such a wimp to the cold. The buildings are ALL stone, the architecture's pretty modern and innovative.
Swearing in Class!
The professors are nice, one really likes me and the other doesn't know what to make of me. I was walking into class late for a lecture the other day and I dropped a thing of yogurt on the floor and said out loud "Ah FUCK!" and the whole class stopped for a second and many laughed. hehe 🙂 This has happened like three times this semster in various classes.
Hookers and Jibberish
This university is located outside town so I have to take a bus for about ten minutes to get to civilization. The Town (Peterborough), has the same population of Nanaimo but it has a much more comprehensive, pretty, and vibrant downtown core. The buildings are very old and very English. Everything is made of stone and it's so neat and looks like a scene out of a Dickens novel. The bus terminal is indoors and even has bathrooms. The malls however, suck. There is no Bay or Future shop or even a Gap. The nicest thing is Sears and Le Chateau. The nicest Mall is about the size of Country Club and then there are two others which are smaller than Harbour Park. I think you'd re
ally enjoy the downtown here, there are so many mentally ill patients stumbling and mumbling about. There's this one man who wears a trenchcoat, oversized gumboots, and a fishing hat. He has an old beard and caked, frozen snot is stuck to it. He carries a bucket on a stick like a bell and he talks to himself as he wanders down George (main) street. There's this Hookerish lady (not a hooker but sure looks and acts like one) who's about my height and bone thin. She wears pink stirrup tights and a pink and baby blue ski jacket and high heels. She holds her purse protectively against her chest as she searches ashtrays for butts. She has a wrinkled face and frizzie bleached blonde hair that's all too familiar with a dryer. She curses to herself and sometimes she is with her worker. This is an idea of the "townies". Students here at Trent don't like Townies and they go to great extents to avoid them completely. The townies are suspicious of us.
Fat Chicks Eating Pizza!
Trent students have created their own little world independent of town. Hell, I almost never go to town or leave the building for that matter. Trent's a bunch of big buildings that include classrooms, residences, and cafeterias so I don't need to even go outside. One week I did not leave the building at all. Hehe 🙂 I've even gone to class in my PJ's. Lots of kids do this. There's like five kids here from BC and it's so weird. I feel like I am from a different country. This University seems to be nothing but fat chicks eating pizza. I have never seen so many fat chicks eating pizza in my life! But it's all good.
I like to visit Toronto but I'd never live there, it's just like a bigger Vancouver. But a lot fucking colder!!! Colder than Peterborough (Peterborough's inland). I'm only about an hour's drive from Toronto. People here call Toronto "The Big Smoke"! I can't say that without laughing.
Trent University days
Nathaniel's moving to Peterborough!!
The Nathaniel Enquirer


Vintage 1979 Ibanez Artist 2622 Solid Brass Electric Guitar | All Music Inc.
Welcome, you are looking at an insanely cool piece.
This is the Vintage 1979 one-of-a-kind Solid Brass Ibanez Artist!
25" scale. 1 11/16" nut width. 76 lbs.
This one of a kind guitar was created to be the centerpiece for the '79 Chicago NAMM show.
This is the same guitar featured in Ibanez: The Untold Story.
The only brass Artist in the world - more than likely the only brass guitar in the world!
As much of a collector piece as this is, it IS a playable guitar. Featuring an ebony board, Flying Fingers humbuckers, and active 3 band equalizer, this has those incredible vintage Artist tones built in.
This Artist is in very good/excellent condition- some patina on the brass- to be expected.
The frets are clean- just professionally setup with action of just about 3/32" at the 12th fret Low E.
This is the ultimate piece for an Ibanez or general guitar collector.
This is your chance- once it is gone, it's gone forever.
Please feel free to make a serious offer.
We have been an authorized Ibanez dealer for well over a decade.


What are the uses of OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original?
OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original is recommended for daily eyelid hygiene, conditions related to poor eyelid hygiene, improved contact lens wearer comfort, and as an effective make-up remover.
What conditions will OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original help?
Without proper eyelid hygiene, conditions resulting in inflammation of the eyelids and dry eyes may develop. Removing oil and debris from the eyelids with OCuSOFT Lid Scrub, and, depending on the severity of the condition, possibly employing the use of antibiotics or antibacterial cleansers will help prevent or drastically reduce inflammation.
How do I use OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original Pre-Moistened Pads?
How do I use OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original Foaming Eyelid Cleanser?
To use the pre-lathered foam formula, wash and clean hands, pump desired amount of OCuSOFT Lid Scrub onto a clean, lint-free washcloth or fingertip. Close your eyes and gently massage onto eyelids using side-to-side strokes for 30 seconds. Then, rinse thoroughly with water. OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Foaming Eyelid Cleanser is ideal to use in the shower as a part of your daily routine.
How often can I use OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original?
Recommended usage for OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original is once a day or as directed by your doctor.
What is the active ingredient in OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original?
The active ingredient in OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original is Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine which is the surfactant responsible for cleansing the eyelids of oil, debris and dead skin.
Is there a preservative in OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original?
Yes, OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original is preserved with Quaternium-15.
What conditions will OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS help?
OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS is recommended for moderate-severe eyelid conditions with bacterial involvement and/or Demodex mite infestation. Because it effectively kills seven different strains of bacteria including MRSA and Staph epidermidis, OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS can also help prevent infections following eye related surgeries and procedures. Consult your eye doctor prior to adding OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS to your pre-surgery regimen.
How do I use OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS Pre-Moistened Pads?
First, wash and clean hands. Then, fold the OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Pre-Moistened Pad over the index finger, close your eye and gently scrub the eyelid using side-to-side strokes. Rinse (or leave on if directed). Use the opposite side of the same pad and repeat procedure with other eyelid.
To use the pre-lathered foam formula, wash and clean hands, pump desired amount of OCuSOFT Lid Scrub onto a clean, lint-free washcloth or fingertip. Close your eyes and gently massage onto eyelids using side-to-side strokes. Rinse (or leave on if directed). OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Foaming Eyelid Cleanser is ideal to use in the shower as a part of your daily routine.
How often can I use OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS?
Recommended usage for OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS is twice daily for two weeks. If you are using it as a pre-surgical cleanser, the recommended usage is twice daily, 72 hours leading up to surgery.
What is the active Ingredient in OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS?
The active ingredient in OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS is Polyaminopropyl Biguanide (PHMB), an antibacterial preservative.
What conditions will OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS PLATINUM help?
OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS PLATINUM is recommended for moderate-severe eyelid conditions with inflammation and bacterial involvement and/or Demodex mite infestation. Because it effectively kills seven different strains of bacteria including MRSA and Staph epidermidis, OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS PLATINUM can also help prevent infections following eye related surgeries and procedures.
How do I use OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS PLATINUM Foaming Eyelid Cleanser?
How often can I use OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS PLATINUM?
What are the active Ingredients in OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS PLATINUM?
The active ingredients in OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS PLATINUM are Polyaminopropyl Biguanide (PHMB), an antibacterial preservative and Phytosphingosine (PSG-2)), an anti-inflammatory agent.
What if I get OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Eyelid Cleansers in my eye?
OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Eyelid Cleansers should only be used on the eyelid while eyes are closed. If you get OCuSOFT Lid Scrub in an open eye, you may experience a slight stinging sensation at first but don't worry, it is not harmful to eyes.
Are OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Eyelid Cleansers safe to use with contact lenses?
It is generally recommended that you remove your contact lenses or use OCuSOFT Lid Scrub prior to inserting your lenses to avoid any risk of irritation.
Are OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Eyelid Cleansers safe to use on infants and/or nursing mothers?
There are no known adverse reactions with infants or nursing mothers using OCuSOFT Lid Scrub.
Where can I find OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Eyelid Cleansers?
OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original is available at most national retail locations, including Walgreens, CVS, Wal-Mart, Rite Aid, Duane Reade. OCuSOFT Lid Scrub PLUS is available at Walgreens, CVS, Duane Reade and many other fine retailers.
To order online, click here or call (800) 233-5469.


Recall the simpler times of days gone by with this beautiful table runner featuring detailed lavender twigs and charming gingham butterflies and hearts. Counted cross-stitch kit includes white fabric, DMC floss, chart, and instructions. Approximately 16 x 40″ (41 x 102cm). Imported from Europe.


Okey doke then folks, Poutine, this recipe is something I have been aware of for quite a while, essentially chips and gravy here in the UK but with added cheese curds (or perhaps try mozzarella if you can't get that) I really enjoyed this recipe it's very simple really so it was only right I made some decent gravy to go with it.
Start by making the chips/fries. Slice up the potatoes into chunky chip shapes and pat dry with a towel. Repeat until you have enough chips then sit on a baking tray. Drizzle the tray in oil and season the chips with salt and pepper (this is of course optional). Make sure the potatoes are all covered in oil so jig them around a bit to fully coat, then make sure none are stacked on top of eachother. Bake for 35mins or until golden brown at 170c / 325F / Gas 3.
Meanwhile we will make poutine gravy. Of course you can just by ready made stuff but this did not warrant that for me.
Mix the cornstarch with the water to one side, this helps dissolve it and prevents lump in the gravy later on. In a saucepan melt the butter then add in the flour, mix through until thickened and like a ball of dough, careful not to burn it. Add in the garlic for one last minute before tipping in the stocks and also the herbs, mix well do break down the flour lumps, when it reaches a simmer the lumps should be gone with a constant stir over the heat. Pour in the cornflour, maybe add a little at a time to help get the consistency you are after, the recipe and tips I was sent called for a nice thick gravy on the chips. Keep it warm until your chips are done.
Serve the poutine in a bowl chuck some cheese curds on top then pour over your gravy, absolute stonker!


10/10/2018 Mayor document(s) referred to Energy, Climate Change, and Environmental Justice Committee.
City Administrative Officer report 0150-09731-0002, dated October 5, 2018, relative to the proposed Personal Services Contract with Golden Bell Products, Incorporated for roach control and treatment services for the City's wastewater conveyance system.
08/12/2015 Council adopted item, subject to reconsideration, pursuant to Council Rule 51.
06/15/2015 Mayor document(s) referred to Energy and Environment Committee.
City Administrative Officer report 0150-09731-0001, dated June 11, 2015, relative to executing Amendment No. 1 to the contract (C-120699), between the Bureau of Sanitation and Golden Bell Projects, Incorporated for roach control and treatment services.


Need a new sanitary sewer line (lateral) installed at your residence or business?
Looking for information about our Septic Tank Elimination Program?
If you are unsure if sanitary sewer is available in your area, please select the link below and complete a Utility Availability Request. Citizens Energy Group will respond within 3-5 business days. Submit a Utility Availability Request online any time!
If sanitary sewer is available to your property, you will need to hire a general contractor or plumber to perform sanitary sewer lateral construction activity exterior of the building.
For Indianapolis - Contractor must be listed, insured and bonded with the City of Indianapolis.
For Westfield - Contractor must be licensed by the State of Indiana or bonded to the utility's satisfaction.
Very important Reminder: Citizens Energy Group does not make recommendations for specific contractors. Contractors should be qualified to service, install, or replace exterior sanitary sewer laterals. Citizens Energy Group suggests that you discuss your specific needs and details of sanitary sewer lateral connection with your contractor to get an estimate of the cost to complete installation work.
The contractor will then apply online and obtain a permit for a sanitary sewer connection prior to completing the work.
Once Citizens Energy Group receives a completed sanitary sewer connection permit application from a contractor for single-family residential use, it typically takes 2-3 business days for review and approval.
The review timeframes for commercial, industrial and multi-family applications will vary depending on the complexity of the project. Initial review may take 1-2 weeks.
The sanitary sewer connection fee for commercial, industrial or multi-family uses will be based on several different factors. Please refer to the Connection Fee Calculation Worksheet to determine your actual sewer connection fee. These fees will be charged during the permit review and issuance process.
Upon approval of the application, Citizens Energy Group will provide the permit applicant with an email notification of approval. This approval notification will also include links to directions and links for electronic payment of any required fees.
The contractor or property owner may then pay any required permit or connection fees. Once the fees have been paid, the permit will be issued and emailed to the applicant and the work may begin.
Once the contractor has obtained the permit, the sewer lateral construction may begin. The contractor will dig the trench, install the proposed sanitary sewer lateral pipe, make any necessary connections and leave the trench open.
If the contractor is having difficulty locating the lateral stub on the sewer main, they can submit a Lateral Locate Request.
Once construction has been completed, the contractor will contact Citizens Energy Group to request an inspection.
Inspections will typically be completed that same day or the following business day. The Citizens Energy Group inspector will determine compliance with Citizens Energy Group sanitary sewer standards. If the work passes inspection, Citizens will allow the contractor to backfill and close the trench and proceed with any necessary restoration work.
How do I know if sanitary sewer is available to my property?
If you are unsure if sanitary sewer service is available to your property, please complete a Utility Availability Request. Citizens Energy Group will email a response within 3-5 business days.
Who installs the sanitary sewer lateral?
The contractor will apply online and obtain a sanitary sewer connection permit prior to completing the work. The contractor will install sanitary sewer lateral pipe outside of the structure and make any necessary connections to the sanitary sewer main (this may be on the other side of the street).
There may also be a subsequent connector fee if connecting to a sanitary sewer main that is less than 10 years old. When applicable, subsequent connection fee may range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. This fee is a portion of the original cost of the sanitary sewer main that was constructed across the frontage of the property. Subsequent connection fees collected are refunded to the persons who paid for the main construction, based on Citizens rules, as defined by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC). If the sanitary sewer main is more than 10 years old, there will likely be no subsequent connection fees. Understandably, the subsequent connection fee is address-specific.
How much will a plumber or contractor charge?
Who completes the application for a sanitary sewer permit?
The appropriately licensed and bonded contractor or plumber must apply online for a permit to complete the work.
I am a licensed contractor but, I do not have a bond on file with Citizens Energy Group. Do I need one?
General contractors or plumbers performing sanitary sewer lateral construction work are not required to be bonded directly with Citizens Energy Group.
Once we receive a completed application, it takes approximately 2-3 business days for a contractor or plumber to receive the permit.
The initial review and response time for commercial, industrial or multi-family applications may take 1-2 weeks.
The contractor will install all sanitary sewer lateral pipe outside of the structure and make any necessary connections to the sanitary sewer main (this may be on the other side of the street).
Citizens Energy Group will inspect the sanitary sewer lateral construction prior to the contractor back-filling the trench.
A property owner is responsible for maintaining the sanitary sewer lateral from the home to the connection point at the main. This in accordance with Citizens' Terms and Conditions of Wastewater Service, which are approved by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC).
As a property owner, am I able to fix or repair my own sewer lateral?
No, only a licensed contractor or plumber can perform this work.
What type of sanitary sewer lateral construction work requires a permit?
Any alteration, relocation, repair, replacement, new connection, disconnection or abandonment of any portion of a sanitary sewer system external of the footprint of a building requires the issuance of a sanitary sewer lateral permit prior to commencement of work.
What type of sanitary sewer lateral work may be completed without a permit?
Only typical cleaning and maintenance of sanitary sewer lateral systems may be completed without first obtaining a permit. This includes the use of typical snaking, cleaning, or root removal systems.
No construction work to the lateral including repairs, installation of clean-outs, replacement or lining of the sanitary lateral may be completed without a permit.
I am a contractor and need to locate utility lines and right of ways. What do I do?
A Sanitary Standards Manual and Sanitary Sewer Service Terms & Conditions information can be found on our website.
How do I pay for the sewer permit fees?
After the sewer permit application is approved, the applicant is emailed a request for payment, which can be made online by clicking the link in the email. A contractor can forward this email to a homeowner for payment.
Payments can also be mailed to 2020 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202. Please include the account number provided in the email. If the payment is made via mail, the applicant must notify the New Service Contact Center at (317) 927-4444 for permit issuance.
How can I tell if the contractor has applied for a permit?
For Indianapolis - The City of Indianapolis provides a Citizen Access Portal which provides information regarding permits.
For Westfield - Contact the New Service Contact Center at (317) 927-4444.


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Our vision is to ensure the future of the Hoh Tribe as a strong, sovereign Nation by continuing to preserve and instill our inherent cultural and spiritual traditions and values. We will continue to protect and enhance our natural resources by exercising our Treaty Rights. We will achieve this through effective governance and stewardship recognizing the need to provide for the health, education, and welfare of our people.
The Hoh River Indians are considered a band of the Quileutes but are recognized as a separate tribe. The Hoh Indian Reservation was established by an Executive Order in 1893. The Hoh Reservation consists of 443 acres located 28 miles south of Forks, and 80 miles north of Aberdeen. The Hoh Reservation has approximately one mile of beach front running east from the mouth of the Hoh River, and south to Ruby Beach.
The Hoh Tribe has formed a Tribal Government under Public Law 89-655, providing for a basic roll of tribal members. The Governing body is elected by secret ballot biannually in November.
The Hoh Reservation was logged in 1954 and it will be 40-60 years before the second growth will be of commercial value. None of this land has been allotted. The livelihood of the Hoh Indians is primarily fishing although a few of the residents make traditional decorative baskets, carved canoes for ocean going or river use and other decorative carvings. The local people dip for smelts on the beaches and still use smokehouses for preserving food for future use. The tidelands are abundant with razor clams, butter clams, crab and perch fishing.
Origin of the Hoh Tribe
The Hoh River (chalak'At'sit, meaning "the southern river"). The river itself is focal in Hoh tribal identity and folk-history and in traditional economic patterns.
The Hoh people were created along the river. Mythic narratives called kixI' recall the origin of Those-Who-Live-on-the-Hoh (Chalat', as the Hoh call themselves). According to these accounts, the ancestors of the tribe were "created by transformation" at the Time of Beginnings by K'wati the shape-shifting "Changer" who went around the world making things as they are today.
When K'wati got to the Hoh River he discovered that the inhabitants of the area were upside down people, who walked on their hands and handled their smelt dipnets clumsily with their feet. They weren't very good at it, so they were famished and skinny. K'wati set them rightside up and showed them how to operate their nets with their hands. For that reason, Hoh elders still sometimes refer to themselves as p'ip'isodat'sili, which means "Upside down people". After he had set the Hoh upright, then, the Transformer told the Ancestors, You shall use your feet to walk… Go and fish smelt. You shall catch much fish when you fish smelt." Ever since then there is much smelt at Hoh. (Andrade, p. 85)
So important is the river in tribal lifeways that there is also, not surprisingly, a mythic narrative for the origin of the river. The Hoh River and the headlands along the beaches (Toleak Point and Hoh Head) were created by K'wati, as well. According to the story, K'wati killed the chief of the wolves, and then tried to escape from the other wolves, who were bent on revenge. The wily Transformer had grabbed his carved comb and a container of oil when he fled from his house, even though the wolves were in hot pursuit. According to the story, Then K'wati ran down the beach. Then the wolves followed K'wati intending to kill him. As soon as the wolves were about to overtake K'wati, he used what had been hanging in the house [i.e. the comb] and struck the ground with it on the beach. No sooner had K'wati finished striking the ground on the beach with his comb and there appeared a cliff. Of course, the wolves had to swim around the cliff. Then the wolves would be left far behind. Once more the wolves were about to overtake K'wati and he spilled on the ground what he was carrying [i.e. the oil], there appeared a river. Of course the wolves had to swim across the water. Then K'wati kept on going and as soon as they would be about to overtake him, he would … make cliffs and rivers. So, he went around the country and K'wati was never overtaken by the pursuing wolves. Ever since that time there are cliffs and rivers. [Andrade, p. 97-9]
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Drake Maye was Who Everyone Was Talking About After Day 1 of Good Guys vs. Cancer
Henry Coleman went for 34, and Duke was in the stands watching. Isaiah Todd did some superhuman type things, which we have come accustomed to. However, at the end of Day 1 at Phenom's Good Guys vs. Cancer, it was Myers Park junior Drake Maye that everyone was talking about. Of course, he is a Top 100 player in his class and already committed to play at Alabama, but this is for football (quarterback). Of course, his brother is Luke Maye, All American at UNC, but the question is being asked, is Drake Maye better than Luke at the same stage.
If you were to ask anyone in the crowd tonight, the answer would have been a resounding yes. Drake was doing everything on the floor, as the point guard. Have a smaller guy on him, he went to work on the block. Have a bigger guy on him, he took him off the bounce. Oh yeah, and those passes he was throwing, DIMES. Let's not forget the time he came down the line and almost ended someone's playing career (at least that is what the kids said who we were sitting beside).
With that said, Maye was an all-out star, with no real holes showing in his game tonight. So with 17 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and going 2-5 from 3, it was Drake Maye, the Top 100 football prospect who is committed to Alabama, Drake, the younger brother of Luke Maye, who was the most talked about player in the gym. And his show was every bit worth the price of admission.
Jajuan Carr's Recruitment CONTINUES to be Baffling
Whenever he plays, you hear the oohs and the ahhs. He brings people out of their seats with talk of how "bad" of a man he is. However, Jajuan Carr still, despite being the second-ranked point guard in North Carolina's 2020 class, despite wowing all comers each time he steps on the floor, despite consistently producing, remains unsigned.
Today, playing against Washington County, a Top 5 team in their classification in North Carolina, Carr went for 24 points, 12 rebounds (7 offensive) and 4 assists. When he was in the game, Washington County couldn't do much with him. He was able to carve them up, pretty much any way he wanted, no matter what spot he lined up on the floor.
Today Carr picked up an offer from Presbyterian, hopefully, this will kickstart an avalanche of offers to come, lord knows he is due for it!
Don't Chant Overrated to Isaiah Todd
He started off slow, and First Flight came out scorching hot. However, the DEEP First Flight crowd let out a resounding "OVER-Rated" chant for Todd, a chant that lasted for two possessions. Well, the next three plays ended up in a dunk, step-back 3, and a body that is set to go viral as soon as it is posted. Yes, Isaiah Todd is a 5-star, able to impose his will and vast skill set on anyone, at any time.
Todd ended the game with 20, while sitting for much of the fourth quarter. He turned it on, making pro play after crowd-pleasing play for the duration of the game. By the end of it all, he had the home crowd standing and cheering. Isaiah Todd is ranked where he is, going to play for who he is for a reason, and he showed everyone at First Flight High School exactly why he is worth all five of those stars. Although they never started the "appropriately rated" chant, the crowd left in awe of the best player any of these students have seen play in their gym. **check out SLAM for the highlight**
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Avocados Recalled In 6 States Over Possible Listeria Contamination
LOS ANGELES, March 25 (Reuters) – A California avocado grower and distributor has voluntarily recalled its product from six states due to concerns about possible contamination with Listeria, bacteria that can cause severe illness in some people.
No illnesses associated with the recall have been reported, the Henry Avocado Corporation said in its recall notice on Saturday, adding the measure was taken "out of an abundance of caution."
The recall covers California-harvested avocados – both conventionally grown and organic – that were shipped to retailers in California, Arizona, Florida, New Hampshire, North Carolina and Wisconsin, said the company.
The conventional avocados carry "Bravocado" brand stickers on the fruit, while organically grown products bear stickers labeled "organic" and the word "California," according to the company, based in Escondido, California, near San Diego.
The avocados were recalled after environmental samples taken during a routine government inspection at the company's California packing facility tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes, the company said.
That bacteria strain can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in pregnant women, young children, the elderly or others with weakened immune systems. Risks to pregnant women include miscarriages and stillbirths.
Others exposed may suffer short-term symptoms such as high fever, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
Avocados imported from Mexico and distributed by Henry, a family-owned business, were not affected.
Consumers were urged to discard any recalled avocados or return them to their place of purchase for a refund.
In the meantime, the company said it was focused on cleaning and sanitizing its packing plant – an operation conducted and overseen by a third-party – and would conduct additional sample testing before fruit-packing resumes there.
The California Avocado Commission is projecting a harvest of roughly 175 million pounds statewide this season, about half the size of last year's crop, due in part to unusually high temperatures during the latest growing season. (Reporting by Steve Gorman in Los Angeles; Editing by Lisa Shumaker)
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The 49ers are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games in October, 5-1 ATS in their last 6 vs. NFC and 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games overall. The Redskins are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games following a bye week, 9-3 ATS vs. a team with a losing record and 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games following a ATS loss. The road team is 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 meetings and the favorite is 5-1-2 ATS in their last 8 meetings.
The Redskins gave Kansas City all it could handle to prove its a team to watch moving forward in the NFC, and they've had an extra week to prepare for this game. However, the 49ers are one of those teams better than their record, as they've lost their last two games in overtime and their last four games by a combined 12 points. Like it or not, but the 49ers could easily be 4-1 on the season if a bounce or two went their way the last month. While the Redskins are easily the better team, are far more rested and have something to play for, this feels like a lot of points to just give a team that competes until the end. I'll take my chances with the points here.
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Well the award for the longest title of the year goes to... One Seriously Messed Up Week In The Otherwise Mundane & Uneventful Life of Jack Sampsonite! A whopping 15 words and 90 characters! Brilliance already! It's not an overly long title in the sense that it's crap... just that it's brilliant! It certainly captured me when I first saw it online a few weeks before publication.
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This week I have been in Amsterdam.
You know how I feel about pornography, but I couldn't go to all that way and not visit Amsterdam's Red Light District could I? Even if just to say first hand how seedy it is.
And it IS seedy. Let me tell you though how I got on, and you can tell me if you think it sounds sexy…
I'm in Amsterdam's Red Light District on my own, and it's about 9pm, and getting dark. The canal that sits serenely between the two rows of buildings is beautiful, but its hard to look at anything other than the windows framed in red neon, and the bright lights advertising live sex shows, each one claiming a better drinks offer than the rest.
In each window stands a young woman in her underwear and high heels, trying her best to look seductive. Most just look bored. One stands with her hand on her hip, weight shifted onto one foot, checking her phone. Nobody smiles.
A lot of the attention seems to be on the clubs and shows. "Why are you looking so serious?" a man on one of the doors asks me. "Where are you from?"
"I'm from Bristol in England," I say. "And I look serious because I think this whole thing is pretty shocking really."
"I have a cousin in Bristol!" he tells me and I laugh.
"Of course you do! I bet you have cousins everywhere."
"You think I'm playing you?" he asks, looking offended.
"You think I like this job?" he asks. "I hate it as much as you do. I hate these people," he says, sweeping his arms and genuinely looking fairly disdainful. "I just sell what's inside, but I stay out here. You should never judge people. You see me here, you think I'm trying to sell you a lie. I'm not."
He is distracted then by a young couple, loitering nervously. "Stay there," he tells me, "I'll tell you." He turns to the couple. "You want to come in?" he asks them. "We have four shows, including a cigar show, and our drinks are much better than next door."
"When does it start?" the girl asks.
"No start time," he says, "they just do it on a loop."
It sounds awesome. Who doesn't want to watch a couple have the same sex they've had already half a dozen times that night? I shift my attention to a group of British men sat on some benches nearby, who turn out, surprise surprise, to be on a stag do.
"Look at this!" one of them says, and pulls up his shirt to reveal 'BAD BOY' written on his chest in marker pen. "A girl just wrote that with the pen in her you know…" and he raises his eyebrows and points down. "Pretty good isn't it? The A is a bit wonky, but other than that." He looks very pleased with himself.
"Wow!" I say. "It's not bad is it? Nice muscle control."
"Do you reckon you could do it?"
I laugh. "I've had two babies," I say, "I really don't think I have the pelvic floor for it."
Another of the men chimes in, pointing to one of his mates. "He's just paid 140 euro to have sex with two women," he says, matter-of-factly. The friend looks a bit sheepish, but he's smiling, like secretly he's pretty pleased with himself.
"How did that work then?" I ask, both intrigued and appalled. "Was it two separate times, or both at once? Was it buy one get one free?"
His mate, the one so willing to volunteer the information in the first place, laughs. "Nah, it was buy one, get another at the same time for another 70 euro!"
He hasn't done it before he says, but just shrugs when I ask how he feels about it. "It was fine," he adds, not giving much away.
"That's not what you said at the time!" says his helpful friend. "You came out and high-fived all of us!"
"So do you really think this whole set up is sexy?" I ask. "They just look bored to me."
"One of mine was on her phone a lot," he laughs.
"She was tweeting," adds his mate. "I bet she was using the #worstsexever hashtag."
They tell me about the live show they've just been to. Apart from the chest writing, they aren't impressed, particularly not by the man who was dressed in a leotard, which he just pulled carefully to one side for the act itself.
"They were really old," one of them adds. "And he was wearing kneepads!"
"Was it like watching your mum and dad do it?" I ask.
"I reckon my dad would have put more effort in to be honest…"
Have you been to Amsterdam's Red Light District? What did you think of it?
*They did let me take their photos, and were happy for me to blog about them, but I'm thinking that the morning after, it might not have seemed like such a good idea. Would you want your photo on the internet with the caption 'this man just slept with two prostitutes'?
Image credit – Amsterdam's Red Light District from Michal_R / Shutterstock.com
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Arabella Bazley
23 August, 2012 / 8:05 am
Of course I am still very young, and will remain so for the rest of my life, but when you mentioned "young women" in the windows… I read on with anticipation as having been to Amsterdam I knew the word "old would just have to appear sooner or later. I've visited the Netherlands a few times to see friends and just have a few days away so I have, over time, happened to walk down a few of these streets where the "Neon Windows" are hard to miss and the character "Bubbles Devere" always springs to mind. No doubt that is why so many take their Beer Goggles with them, for Dutch Courage!
Haha! I did expect to see more older women to be honest, but perhaps the red light is flattering! I think it's because I was there in the evening too – I've heard they get the younger/thinner/prettier women out in the night…
Interesting article, different perspective – sounds like people are happy to talk to you about stuff like this – perhaps you need a serious spin off – slummysinglemummy Investigates…
It's a very good point Clare. I'm always quite surprised by the amount of stuff people often tell me about themselves within quite a short space of time! I think it's a mixture of two things – first, people really do seem to like talking about themselves, so if you ask straightforward questions and then listen properly, nobody seems to mind sharing. Also, I try not to judge people, and to just be quite open and simple about things, and that seem to make them feel more comfortable I think about being honest with me. It did feel quite exciting talking to strangers in such an unusual situation – I may have pretended to be Louis Theroux a little bit… :-)
Gemma Mills
It's a sad fact of life but nights like this seem to be a rite of passage for men. Don't get me wrong, they wouldn't want a relationship with these women, but most would attend the sex show in a heartbeat.
God, that's just so depressing isn't it?? It makes me sad :-(
EmmaK
Sounds a bit grim. I don't really understand who'd pay to watch a man having sex in a leotard tho! yuck. You should defo try and sell this article to a paper …you'd have to interview the sex workers too. It would be a great piece.
Maybe it would be a good excuse for a trip back there…
Rin Simpson
How utterly, utterly depressing. I'm actually quite tearful thinking about how badly the world has corrupted something that is meant to be about expressing love. I could probably say more, but what's the point? Obviously these guys just don't see the problem with it and there's nothing I can do to change it. It's probably that which most depresses me. A well written piece Jo – the way you've just reported the facts, with no judgement, has allowed the situation to speak for itself.
I think that's the bit that makes it so depressing – the fact that so many people just don't see the problem with it. People just go on holiday, see it as a bit of a laugh, watch porn on the internet and don't think about the actual PEOPLE involved… Ergh.
I would like sex workers to be well-paid working safely in sacred temples with no shame. And for men to feel under no pressure to sleep with a prostitute to show he is a man. I WISH!
It's good to dream!
AmsterdaMummy
Som of you ladies may find this video interesting of a flash mob at the Red Light district with a hard hitting serious message. I'm a brit living in Amsterdam and I really don't like travelling around the RL area, mainly because of the undesirables that hang around there, not the girls having to work. The mayor of Amsterdam has promised to clean up RL district… we will see.
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This cheeky forest monkey demands attention! Pose his arms, legs and tail into all sorts of positions and adjust his eyes, eyebrows and opening mouth to change his expression.
This cheeky forest monkey demands attention! Pose his arms, legs and tail into all sorts of positions and adjust his eyes, eyebrows and opening mouth to change his expression. Grab a tasty banana and play games together with the colorful toucan. Then rebuild the forest monkey into a choice of 2 crazy new models - a super-cute teddy bear or a very naughty squirrel!


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What's the largest leap in quality between original and sequel? A case for the 'Jumanji' films (Movie reviews)
017 featured one of the longest time gaps between an original and a sequel when "Blade Runner" (1982) was followed with "Blade Runner 2049." That franchise thus overshadowed "Jumanji" (1995) and "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" (now available on home video). But in terms of quality, there aren't many sequels that have made such a long leap from the original.
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'The 5th Wave' tells an alien invasion yarn for the Disney Channel set (Movie review)
Later this week, "Independence Day: Resurgence" will likely deliver the biggest alien invasion spectacle in what is turning out to be the year of the alien. In addition to the return of "The X-Files," we also got "The 5th Wave," which is perhaps a simpler and smaller tale than we'll get from "IDR," although it also has some nice effects.
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First episode impressions: 'Fringe' Season 4 (TV review)
Most shows are naturally constrained by their narrative — sort of like a choose-your-own-adventure book where every choice is locked in once it happens. But at the staff meetings for "Fringe" (8 p.m. Central Fridays on Fox), I imagine that if a writer says "What if this were to happen?," he never hears "Oh, that can't happen" as a response.
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First episode (of new season) impressions: 'Fringe' (TV review)
Here are my first impressions of the Season 3 premiere of "Fringe" (8 p.m. Central Thursdays on Fox).
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In search of the next 'Lost?' It's already here, and it's called 'Fringe' (TV commentary)
A recent issue of Entertainment Weekly examined networks' efforts to find the next "Lost," in terms of both quality and ratings, and determined that nothing fits the bill. I disagree: "Fringe" (8 p.m. Thursdays on Fox) — like "Lost," produced by J.J. Abrams — is as good as "Lost" (maybe better), and it's successful enough that it has been renewed for a third season.
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Hey everyone, and welcome back to my blog for a November update. With Thanksgiving and Black Friday coming next week I hope you all are ready to eat lots of turkey and shop till you drop. So I know I have not been posting consistently, and once again I would like to apologize about that.
Between pursuing my acting career and doing things to better my life, things I have been busy. On top of that, I also celebrated my 28th birthday last Friday which was on the 9th. And pretty much I spent that whole weekend partying and enjoying time with family and friends. Which was worth it and the best birthday ever.
Besides celebrating my birthday, I also had the opportunity to be cast as an extra in another movie. The movie which is called "17 bridges" is a movie about a disgraced NYPD detective (Chadwick Boseman) that tries to redeem himself after he is given the task to hunt down a cop killer.
So yeah it was cool to see Chadwick Boseman in person, and I'm excited for the movie to come out next year. But yeah besides that I have just been living my best life. And just a reminder if you all are planning to see Creed 2 which comes out next week, I was also an extra in that movie too. So if you guys happen to catch a glimpse of me in the movie, definitely let me know.
So if you guys happen to catch a glimpse of me in the movie, definitely let me know. Other than that I hope you all enjoyed my post and definitely feel free to like, comment, and share. Talk to you all in my next post and until next time! Toodles!
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This is a slide show of the day after Thanksgiving day Parade in Seattle, 2008. As with all the parades I photograph, I prefer to go early and photograph the staging area, focusing on the people and interesting stuff, and whatever else happens as everyone gets ready. I've found it more enjoyable and rewarding, and a whole lot easier than fighting the crowds along the parade route. Slideshow application powered by Photo.net.


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The Moth Gatherer premiere a new video "The Drone Kingdom"
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Swedish atmospheric doom/sludge metallers, The Moth Gatherer, premiered a music video for a new track "The Drone Kingdom", taken from the band's upcoming album "Esoteric Oppression" (due out February 22nd via Agonia Records, pre-order here). Listen to the album's second single down below.
"Esoteric Oppression" was worked on in several recording studios. Guitars, bass and drums were tracked at Studio Underjord with Joona Hassinen, who later mixed the entire album. Electronics and vocals were recorded at The Lifestream Studio. Magnus Lindberg (Cult Of Luna) mastered the album at Redmount Studios, while the production was laid out by The Moth Gatherer. The recording features a guest appearance from Messy Mathi (Barst) on the track "The Drone Kingdom". SCG prepared the album's cover artwork and layout.
The Moth Gatherer is a band of varying genres, centered around atmospheric doom, sludge and post metal. Their prolific approach includes electric musical stylings, along with traces of melodic post-rock.
The band commented on the new album:
"We've put our very fabric into it. Its creation has been a path paved with distress and frustration; one that has left us totally exhausted. But all our effort shows in the music and we can now say that it was worth the turmoil. We're extremely proud to present Esoteric Oppression to you all. We hope you love it as much as we do."
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"Esoteric Oppression"
(Agonia Records, 2019)
1. The Drone Kingdom
2. Motionless In Oceania
3. Utopia
4. The Failure Design
5. Phosphorescent Blight
The Moth Gatherer emerged in 2008 on the initiative of Victor Wegeborn and Alex Stjernfeldt, as a form of therapy to help them deal with loss. The name of the band is an allegory for finding hope; similarly to moths who are always searching for the light. Operating as a duo, they released a debut album "A Bright Celestial Light" in 2010. The recording showcased an attraction towards long and complex compositions, rich in content, and exposed that band's urge to channel emotions and difficult experiences into music.
Their sound evolved on the second and last album, "The Earth Is The Sky", from 2015, which took the songwriting to a whole new level, and have deepened the band's subtle, yet significant electronic aesthetic. The music clearly matured, along with the line-up, which now included Svante Karlsson on drums. Their sophomore work met with warm reception from fans and critics alike, with two singles featured on BBC Radio 1's Rock Show with Daniel P. Carter, and numerous inclusions on year-end lists from magazines and websites. Having recruited Ronny Westphal on guitars, they later released an EP "The Comfortable Low" (2016), which featured a guest appearance from Dennis Lyxzén (Refused/INVSN) and Fred Burman (Satan Takes A Holiday). The EP also landed on Radio 1's Rock Show, thanks to the track "This Providence Of Bones".
While the new album, "Esoteric Oppression", follows in the same direction as previous works, the band went through a transformation, which left co-founder Alex behind. Even though he participated in writing lyrics for the album, bass duties have been taken over by Victor, who also handles vocals, guitars and electronics. Dan Hemgren has been introduced as a new bass player, who'll continue with the group post the new album.
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Home News Amid Rising Seas, 'Dry' Jersey Shore Resort Is Wetter Than Ocean City...
Amid Rising Seas, 'Dry' Jersey Shore Resort Is Wetter Than Ocean City Likes – NBC10 Philadelphia
The impacts of rising sea ranges will be clearly seen in Ocean City, New Jersey, a household resort city spending tens of thousands and thousands of {dollars} to cope with flooding. From 2014 by way of 2025, the town can have spent greater than $87 million on it.
A scientist predicts {that a} native street that now floods 24 instances a year may flood 125 instances a year by 2050.
Mayor Jay Gillian says the town is doing effectively at getting water off the streets extra shortly throughout floods, however acknowledges that nothing will cease flooding from occurring.
Ocean City, New Jersey is formally a "dry" city.
In 1879, 4 Methodist ministers established a Christian seaside resort right here with a everlasting ban on the manufacture and sale of alcohol — a prohibition that continues to be to this present day.
But quite a few instances a year, Ocean City is among the many the wettest dry cities you'll ever see.
The metropolis of greater than 11,000 year-round residents that calls itself "America's Greatest Family Resort" and attracts throngs of vacationers from Philadelphia and its suburbs is coping with the prices of sea degree rise, each monetarily and in disruptions to every day life.
From 2014 by way of 2025, the town can have spent greater than $87 million on flood management and drainage tasks — prices that require borrowing money to be paid off over a few years.
But that's solely a part of the value of residing amid rising sea ranges. Since 1995, Suzanne Hornick's household has lost three vehicles to floods that inundate the streets — and plenty of autos parked on them.
"Every year it gets worse, more frequent and deeper flooding," she mentioned. "There are times we can't get in or out of our houses. We have to arrange doctor appointments and grocery shopping around tides. It's part of living here."
None of that is distinctive to Ocean City. It's a standard chorus amongst coastal residents across the nation who discover themselves residing nearer to the water than they as soon as did. And it is costly.
In December, Florida's Monroe County, with its low-lying keys, estimated it might take $1.8 billion to lift simply half the roads that want it. They are contemplating a particular property tax evaluation of as much as $5,000 a year for 30 years to assist pay for it. So-called "sunny-day flooding" brought on by rising tides is widespread in and round Miami.
Boston thinks it should want $2.4 billion over the following few a long time to remain dry. Charleston, South Carolina calculated it wants at the least $2 billion in drainage tasks. And federal engineers have really useful a $1.4 billion sea wall to guard simply a part of Norfolk, Virginia's coast.
Nationwide, the Center for Climate Integrity and Resilient Analytics predicts it should value $400 billion over the following 20 years to guard susceptible coastal communities in 22 states.
A barrier island with the ocean on one facet and the Great Egg Harbor Bay on the opposite, Ocean City has been coping with flooding for years.
But it just lately intensified an island-wide effort to enhance drainage. That contains laying extra drain pipes, constructing further pumping stations, elevating roadways and sidewalks, and repairing bulkheads.
The newest five-year plan will value $25 million for six tasks, making flooding an annual expense that must be budgeted, like street salt or police extra time.
"It has to be done," mentioned Mayor Jay Gillian. "You can't wait on this. If you do, it winds up costing the taxpayers double and triple."
And some cures are spurring further prices. Frequent replenishment by the federal authorities of the ocean seashores, so very important to attracting thousands and thousands of holiday makers yearly, has created an surprising expense for a neighborhood fishing membership whose pier as soon as jutted over the water.
Now, with wider seashores, the pier is commonly excessive and dry. Club members just lately agreed to spend $500,000 to increase it over the water once more.
Baked into these prices is a realization: risings seas and extra frequent flooding from local weather change are right here to remain.
"We are in the business of flood mitigation, not flood elimination," mentioned George Savastano, Ocean City's business administrator. "When the tides come up high enough, and the storms are strong enough, we're going to flood, no matter what we do."
When the streets are flooded, autos generally kick up wakes that slam water into home foundations and into garages. Lawns and landscaping saturated by salt water flooding die.
Last year, Albert Grimes needed to wade by way of water as much as his knees 4 instances to get into and out of his home.
Resident Jake DeVries says a superb pair of hip waders is a should to dwell in his part of city, together with devoted checking of tide charts at any time when a storm is forecast. That means he'll know when it's time to maneuver his automotive to the grocery car parking zone on larger floor.
When a storm's coming, liquor shops on the mainland simply over the bridges that result in Ocean City are bustling, because the "dry" city shares up for what could possibly be a number of days indoors.
Robert Jackson, who moved to Ocean City a year in the past, mentioned flood waters have lapped at his entrance doorstep "in all probability 14 instances" already.
"We're completely trapped at any given moment," he mentioned. "There was water at least three feet deep at least a half-dozen times this summer."
Tom Herrington, affiliate director of the Urban Coast Institute at Monmouth University, studied the impression of sea rise and flooding on one of many two primary routes into Ocean City, Roosevelt Boulevard. The roadway at present floods about 24 instances a year, he mentioned. By 2050, nonetheless, Herrington predicts it should flood 100 to 125 instances yearly.
With local weather change, international sea ranges are rising about an inch (2.5 centimeters) each eight years, in line with Rutgers University researchers. They predict seas off New Jersey will rise 1.4 toes (0.4 meters) by 2050.
Groundwater is so near the floor in Ocean City that tides alone may cause "sunny day flooding" in elements of the town. The land is also slowly settling, like it's in lots of flood-prone coastal areas.
As seas proceed to rise, the question arises: when would it not be extra prudent to easily cease combating the inevitable, and pull again from essentially the most susceptible elements of the coast?
But right here as in lots of coastal resorts, officers and residents are inclined to agree the land is just value an excessive amount of to desert. Ocean City's land and buildings are value $12 billion.
"You can't do a managed retreat here," said Suzanne Hornick, whose family lost three cars. "Never going to happen. People are just not going to let this place disappear into the sea. They'll continue to dredge the bay and put more sand on the beach. It's just going to become a more expensive proposition each year."
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Nonlinear systems have more complex manner and profoundness than linear systems. Thus, their analyses are much more difficult. This paper presents the use of neuro-fuzzy networks as means of implementing algorithms suitable for nonlinear black-box prediction and control. In engineering applications, two attractive tools have emerged recently. These two attractive tools are: the artificial neural networks and the fuzzy logic system. One area of particular importance is the design of networks capable of modeling and predicting the behavior of systems that involve complex, multi-variable processes. To illustrate the applicability of the neuro-fuzzy networks, a case study involving air-fuel ratio is presented here. Air-fuel ratio represents complex, nonlinear and stochastic behavior. To monitor the engine conditions, an adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) is used to capture the nonlinear connections between the air-fuel ratio and control parameters such manifold air pressure, throttle position, manifold air temperature, engine temperature, engine speed, and injection opening time. This paper describes a fuzzy clustering method to initialize the ANFIS.


We're pretty certain that the ex-Infinity Ward team isn't making a game staring a Jedi Knight Guybrush Threepwood, but we can't be sure.
Nobody knows what will come out of Respawn Entertainment, the new studio formed by ex-Infinity Ward employees after the little kerfuffle the developer had with Activision. We do know, however, who one of the primary concept artists is.
Said artist is Iain McCaig, a concept artist who has touched many a piece of geek culture before. McCaig helped define the looks of Darth Maul and Queen Amidala in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, he's designed characters for James Bond games, and he also worked on the classic Secret of Monkey Island.
Despite a storied resume that includes designing overwrought hairdos for Natalie Portman, McCaig told Develop that working with Respawn was one of his career highlights, calling it "the most exhilarating experience I've ever had in my career." High praise indeed.
He also said that he didn't really care that he wasn't designing pirates or space aliens at Respawn. "Whether it's military games or things set in space, it doesn't matter, my huge burning passion is in designing people," he said.
Could that be a hint that Respawn's new game will in fact be a military-themed title? Perhaps a game where you shoot enemies from a first-person perspective in a story of modern intrigue, terrorism, and warfare?