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A New Web Series
Black kungfu chick
Finding Partners in Mission
We're really excited to work with the Mixed Roots Foundation who have an amazing mission that support so many in the community of Los Angeles and South Los Angeles!
We improve the quality of life by collaborating with individuals, businesses & organizations in the greater community to promote & support organizations, create awareness, and inspire future generations to achieve their dreams & goals through strategic outreach, multimedia, and innovative grant making programs including mentoring, DNA testing and unique scholarships & grants for the adoption and foster care community & their families
Introducing New Team member - Maryann Rose
Originally from Miami, Maryann came to LA via Atlanta, where she earned a BA from Emory University and a Masters of International Business from Georgia State University. Maryann has many years corporate experience, working for notable companies like UPS and Deloitte. In 2016, she took a leap of faith and is following her dreams of pursuing a career as a line producer.
Introducing Jihane Jeanty, Casting Associate
Its time for a new heroine - the Black Kung Fu Chick! I'm happy to support this ambitious coming-of-age web series featuring a black martial arts GIRL fighter. In a time where we don't often see positive images of women of color in the media, BKC is on the brink of showing black girls (and all girls!) that their gender and color does not limit them, and their hopes, dreams, desires & ambition is of value. Please support Rae and this project by contributing to the funding. All amounts are appreciated and each dollar is taking us one step closer to having this story told!
Introducing Eli Arenson, Director of Photography
The digital revolution has unearthed a great volume of otherwise untold stories, but what it has lost in return is the discipline and responsibility of the visual language.
Black Kungfu Chick has always known that film had to be it's medium - it had to be - film allows you to focus on the greater picture. The respect from the moment the camera rolls until the director calls "cut!" is magic. Everything stops for that moment as you hear the faint rotation of the spools and cinema is being created.
A film emulsion is built with three layers of color, with the red layer the furthest away from the lens. This physical trait renders the red layer of a negative ever so slightly out of focus - creating a breathtaking result on human skin. Highlights roll off so naturally as the crystal halides respond chemically and non-linearly to changes in light. The nature of the beast of film allows you to pick up a camera and capture the story without being bogged down with scopes and monitors - all there to prevent unwanted digital artifacts and give immediate satisfaction.
I have been getting so many offers from people wanting to help us in the making of BKC. Much of this has to do with the decision to capture it photochemically. Film brings people together. It requires skill, education, diligence and trust. I guess you can say film is the Martial Art of filmmaking. That is something special on it's own.
Here is a trailer of Eli Arenson's cinematography on 35mm film - All These Voices:
https://vimeo.com/169129125/
Filmography on IMDB
Join us in transforming the lives of girl of color around the world!
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Martial Arts, Sexuality and Dance
When Patrick Swayze died I remember hearing this quote of his, that dancing with someone is the most intense connection you'll ever have with a person. I believed that then and still do.
Part of becoming a young woman is finding your sexual center. This too is Tasha's journey in Black Kungfu Chick. Often our first sexual experiences can be clumsy, awkward and strange even though we may be falling in love. It's a tentative time of changes emotional, mental and biological. My true sexual awakening would actually come much later when I learned how to dance salsa and learned to love my body. So it was a surprise and yet at the same time something I already knew when I watched the actress in her first martial arts session hear that part of her study was understanding how her libido or lower dantian energies were connected to other parts of her body.
I've been dancing for years in many different spaces, styles and at various ages but when you dance with someone you connect with, it is always fresh—youthful, invigorating and sensual. You feel alive and free and like you are blossoming anew. Why do you think old people love to dance? Oh to dance with a real dancer when our bodies are relaxed and raw and intimate as we move forward together! You become extremely present with the right partner and of course there's that whole fluid motion of bodies moving together thing that is totally divine. With all that electric energy flowing you often feel that you are falling in love. Again and again and again.
So talking about martial arts as a dance and about two people falling in love in that dance is not a leap. I mean there are a mountain of movies that tell that story, from Wong Kar Wai's The Grandmaster, Ang Lee's Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, and Yimou's House of the Flying Daggers to the older Wing Chun with Michelle Yeoh and Donny Yen and The Crane Fighter with Judy Lee. That list goes on and on. It's destiny damn it when two people are thrusting and moving, bodies are colliding and gliding in unison that something sexual is happening. Any dancer will tell you that's the truth.
When I began taking my first tai chi classes they recognized immediately that I was a dancer because of how I moved. What was interesting about tai chi however is that it is not typically a partner activity because it's not typically used for combat. So learning tai chi was a new awakening for me as I discovered how to find my center without a partner which is an interesting experience if you're accustomed to partner dancing. It's about finding your balance on your own… which is at the end of the day the most important element to any dance. It's only when you both have balance, that you can find a way to move forward together.
I'm excited to see where Tasha's lessons in martial arts take her in her career and home life, but also in her love life. This idea of balance is so central to our lives and it is certainly central to Tasha's story. Keep on the look out for that guy that she may end up fighting more than a few times… he just might become a love interest!
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Introducing Jainardhan Sathyan, Transmedia Producer
It was the first time when I stood next to Jackie Chan's wax statue on a road (very unusual for a Madam Tussaud's work open in public) in HongKong, others thought I was posing for a click, but I was making a wish - "I want to work with this legend, one day". Recently I heard my eight year old son's friend's mom say, "Liam learnt to share and give generously from his martial arts class' - my perception about the martial art classes changed and I understood better what kids are learning in these classes which are more important lessons on values and good living while mastering how to protect themselves.
Black Kungfu Chick, is my fantasy of working on a Jackie Chan movie, but the bigger draw is the endless transmedia opportunities which unfolds with a content like BKC. We get to take the show beyond the five inch screens or larger and start touching lives on the ground. A comic book, a smartphone and tablet application, a loaded and interactive website, a multi platform game, virtual Kung fu classes, fan fiction, local activation, events, contests and the list is endless. A 360 degree campaign is being woven around the show and that is what I will lead as a Transmedia Producer and bring to the viewers and fans of Black Kungfu Chick.
Here is Jainardhan Sathyan's recent work as a producer - Dying To Live !
http://www.dtlmovie.com
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Tasha's mom, the Nurse
I love nurses. If you've ever had to be in a hospital overnight or for a longer stay you'll appreciate them. While doctors can be very technical and analytical at times… and more cautious in this era of legalities, nurses on the other hand try to walk the fine line of care and service. When I had a needle stuck into my arm several times over 10 days and it was blue and black from the bruising, it was their compassion that kept me going. That compassion is something that comes to the very heart of Tasha's mother.
Nurses have long held a very special role in the black community. It's historically been considered a somewhat esteemed and respectable profession. I'll harken back to one of my favorite nurse movies: The English Patient where the military nurse played by the elegant Juliette Binoche abandoned her troop for the then scarred Ralph Fiennes to care for him. The long hours, knowledge required and technical language have made it a noble middle class career. But nursing has also had its drawbacks. Long hours. Huge commitment. Physically and mentally exhausting. A nurse's work is never done. This is the challenging conundrum Tasha must face with her mother.
Ruth is the kind of woman who will stop in the middle of the night and get out of her car to walk someone across the street. She is a doer not a dreamer. She overflows with compassion and I believe compassion drives her to sometimes make bad decisions for her family. She is the kind of woman who can sense those deeply in need. But she has blinders when it comes to her own children. She is surrounded by death and dying everyday so she is not always able to sense the small things. Every life has a deeper role and meaning. She cherishes it. She is someone who comforts and stays late and works late. She stays late to work with the sickest patients.
Ruth is Tasha's role model. She is the hardworking mother, the caring mother, the mother who never passes a homeless person by. But in her attention to those around her, she doesn't see how much Tasha truly needs her. She is the mother who is always trying to do too much. She has received awards and many gifts for her service, but to her children they mean little because it is always time away from them. They fill in that lost time by doing things for each other. Sadly, nurses commonly become some of the sickest people as they age. Their care of others commonly results in not enough self-care. This is an element Tasha will need to deal with in as the seasons progress
My first lesson in Kung Fu: Find a good teacher
Although I've long been a cinema fan of the martial arts, I didn't become a student until a few years ago. I started learning tai chi from a wonderful teacher I met at the Audobon Center in Highland Park. Wayne is a sweet man, old but spectacularly mobile for his age! He had moved to the US when he was over 60 and here in America he created a whole new life! I deeply admired Wayne because he was a teacher who made a commitment every week to come and teach a small group of students for free. FREE.
As a novice, I know very little but I can share just a little of what I've gleaned from those who have shared with me and the books I have studied. Yet, when I talk about the beginnings of Black Kungfu Chick, I know that learning tai chi quan from Wayne is a big part of that. As well, I know my interactions with my many international students have also led me here. We also had a little in common because we both shared a love of poetry. Following Wayne as we did tai chi, was always a bit of poetry for me.
I also appreciated the freedom that Wayne gave us. He would give us a little pamphlet of information, caution us about tension and balance, but other than that we would just follow him. He infrequently gave comments or feedback but when he did, it was never critical and he was always concerned for our safety. Mostly Wayne loved to share insights from articles he read. And sometimes, poetry. It was an ethereal experience starting out.
As someone who is constantly in my head and is a professed workaholic, it was something special to hear the birds, catch the scent of the pond and glimpse the grapes hanging by the vine. It was something amazing to feel present.I felt very lucky having a good teacher who really helped me to connect to myself and the martial arts. It was like praying to the world.
What can we learn from KungFu ?
Everyone can learn something from the practice of kung fu though I'll specifically speak about tai chi. What I love about tai chi is that it calms me. I feel centered after I practice. It's as if I've exhaled all the problems of the day. It helps that tai chi is usually performed in beautiful nature areas as well, although that is certainly not a requirement. Tai chi is even easy to do at home and the amazing thing is that it is for all ages whether you are 5 or 85, male or female!
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The movements in tai chi tend to be very slow and it's all about balance. You have to create stances and steps where you are forced to balance yourself or you cannot accomplish the next move. It is also about breathing which is a big part of balance. You are taught when you inhale and when you exhale. Deep breathing is long considered a way to clean the toxins from your lungs if done properly.
I was surprised when I learned that tai chi is good for many illnesses like arthritis. Tai chi has been found to improve practitioners' balance, leg strength, cardiovascular endurance, pulse rate, muscular flexibility, immune system response, sleep habits, happiness, sense of self-worth, and ability to concentrate and multitask during cognitive tests (New York Times). I began searching for a tai chi class when I hurt my back at work. I needed to something to strengthen it. Tai helped my back and it also helped my knees which were ruined from many years of salsa dancing on cheap floors.
The tough part I think as an American is not pushing yourself. American society encourages us to push limits, to achieve more than you think you are able. Work hard, play hard. I suspect some of the martial arts support that idea as well. I always feel that I can do more. But tai chi is the opposite. You have to be patient. The real challenges are consistency, perseverance and commitment. It's something many of us could learn a lot from.
Introducing Prarthana Joshi, Co - Producer
"The individual social status is supplemented with certain norms: things that you can and cannot do. Dreams that you can dream and those you cannot. A job that you can get or cannot. Whether you are male or female. Rich or poor. Even the prince cannot escape these norms.
When I decided to become a filmmaker, I was discouraged by many. They told me it was very impractical idea. Some thought for sure that I would snap out of it. But some dreams are not mere dreams; they are your driving force. Dreams can make you stronger. Tasha's dream of becoming a doctor is her driving force and that's what intrigues me about her.
I want to know more about her journey, and I want to hope that she makes it. It is me partly rooting for all the underdogs out there and at the same time trying to witness a hopeful world through the eyes of Tasha. Self empowered, strong and ever so relentless.
Join us and follow Tasha's journey"
Following is PJ's Thesis Film trailer
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Lewiston Maine daily/weekly cluster transaction closed
by John | Jul 31, 2017 | News Releases | 0 comments
Sun Media Group has sold its assets to SJ Acquisition, a company controlled by RFB Holdings, which also owns MaineToday Media, Alliance Press in Brunswick and Courier Publications, based in Rockland. The sale closed on August 1st. John Cribb and Randy Cope of Cribb, Greene & Cope brokerage firm represented the Costello Family in the transaction.
Sun Media Group will remain Maine owned and focused on serving the community with exceptional journalism. "After four generations of family ownership, selling Sun Media Group was a difficult decision for the Costello family," said Steve Costello, Vice President of Advertising and Marketing, on behalf of the entire Costello family. "The decision was made after many discussions by the family, together with our outside board of directors, and we determined that the company could best succeed in an organization with broader resources and reach." Costello said "Reade Brower, owner of RFB Holdings, shares our belief in a bright future for the community newspaper business, one that includes printed products as well as exciting new products and services made possible in our continually evolving digital world."
Sun Media Group has grown from one daily newspaper based in Lewiston to owning and operating 17 publications, including the Sun Journal, the Forecasters and Current Publications, American Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Advertiser Democrat in Norway, Rumford Falls Times, The Bethel Citizen, The Franklin Journal, Livermore Falls Advertiser, The Rangeley Highlander, The Penobscot Times, Maine Women Magazine, 95 North and My Gen magazines. Sun Press, a commercial printing division, is also part of Sun Media Group.
"Our family takes great pride in our award-winning publications and in the talented and dedicated employees with whom we have worked through the generations. We are also enormously thankful for the support and loyalty of our readers through the years," Costello said. "We have been committed stewards of Sun Media Group and we felt strongly that the new owner needed to reflect our community journalism values as well as the responsibility we feel to our employees and the communities we serve. We found what we believe to be the best fit in RFB Holdings, a strong, Maine-owned company with similar values and the resources and expertise to maintain and develop what we have built."
"It is an honor to become the next steward of the Sun Media Group brands as I have great respect for the Costello family" said Reade Brower. "We are focused on a smooth transition and pledge to continue the traditions established by four generations of the Costello family serving readers and the community." Lisa DeSisto, current CEO/Publisher of MaineToday Media, will also serve as CEO for Sun Media Group. "We have been collaborating with Sun Media Group for years in printing, distribution and digital services. This acquisition gives Sun Media Group and MaineToday Media even more opportunities to collaborate while maintaining the distinct and trusted brands of each company. We are excited to work the Sun Media Group team to see all we can accomplish together."
"Throughout our four generations of family newspaper ownership," Costello continued, "we have appreciated the privilege of serving the communities of Central and Southern Maine, and we continue to be extremely grateful for their support. By combining the resources available at Sun Media Group and RFB Holdings, community news, community sports, digital platforms and advertising services will be enhanced with expanded coverage throughout the region."
About Sun Media Group: Sun Media Group serves readers and advertisers throughout central and southern Maine with print and online publications including the Sun Journal, the Forecasters and Current Publications, American Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Advertiser Democrat in Norway, Rumford Falls Times, The Bethel Citizen, The Franklin Journal, Livermore Falls Advertiser, The Rangeley Highlander, The Penobscot Times, Maine Women Magazine, 95 North and My Gen magazines. Sun Press, a commercial printing division, is also part of Sun Media Group. About RFB Holdings: RFB Holdings serves readers and advertisers throughout the state of Maine with print and online publications and printing services including MaineToday Media (Portland Press Herald, Maine Sunday Telegram, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel, Coastal Journal), Courier Publications (Rockland Gazette, Camden Herald, Belfast Republican), VillageSoup.com, VSTV, The Free Press Rockland, Rutland Herald (Vermont), Barre-Montpelier Argus (Vermont), RFB Print Co-Op, Alliance Press and specialty publications including travelMaine, TREB (The Real Estate Books) of Mid-Coast Maine, Portland and Portsmouth, NH.
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A throwback to the days of signing yearbooks at high school graduation, this personalized gift will be cherished by the lucky one who got a ticket to get the heck out of dodge! The ultimate finale of an already slamming bon voyage party, this jumbo going-away card is a much more dignified choice. Friends and loved ones will have ample space to express their sentiments and poetic remarks, just be sure to censor any outlandish illustrations or the frame will never make it to the wall!


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Recurrence and Pain after Mesh Repair of Inguinal Hernias
Wyckliffe Kaisha Otsianyi, Joseph Wang'ombe Githaiga
School of Medicine, University of Nairobi
Correspondence to: Dr. Wyckliffe Kaisha Otsianyi, P.O Box 368-00202, Nairobi.
wyksa2000@uonbi.ac.ke
Background: Surgery for inguinal hernias has evolved over a prolonged period of time with the main outcome of interest being recurrence and pain. Mesh hernioplasty has been practiced with increasing frequency at Kenyatta National hospital (KNH) since its formal introduction in 2006. There has not been any published data on outcome of hernia treatment at this institution for both non-mesh and mesh techniques. Objective: To evaluate the rates of recurrence and inguinodynia at KNH for patients undergoing mesh repair. Methods: The study was conducted on all inguinal hernia patients operated between 1st October 2006 and 30th October 2011. Demographic and treatment characteristics were abstracted from files. The outcomes of interest (recurrence and inguinodynia) were obtained from follow up data from patients' files or by telephone survey where these were missing or were incomplete. Results: A total of 181 patients had complete demographic and operative data in their files over the study period. Of these 129 were followed for a mean duration of 37 months. The hernia recurrence rate was 4.7% while the inguinodynia rate was 30.2%. Conclusion: There is a low recurrence rate but a high prevalence of inguinal pain and discomfort (inguinodynia).
Keywords: Hernia, Inguinodynia, Recurrence, Mesh
Ann Afr Surg. 2016;13(2): 56-8.
http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/aas.v13i2.5
Inguinal hernia repair is the most frequent operation in general surgery (1). The most important criteria for the choice of surgical technique are safety, recurrence rate and satisfaction to the patient (2). Recurrence rates vary considerably for the various techniques: from less than 5% to 25% (3). Recurrences are important as many of these need repeated surgery (4). Repeated surgeries are difficult with predictable increased morbidity and overall costs. Improving the results would therefore have a useful medical and economic impact. Mesh techniques have been reported to have the lowest recurrence rates, with Lichtenstein as the prototype (5). In the recent past, a newer technique that combines the three principles of onlay, plug and underlay mesh placement has been developed. Such meshes include the prolene hernia system (PHS) or ultrapro hernia system (UHS). This bilayer mesh has shown promising results. Overall, there was a trend toward decreased complications, with a significant difference in the hematoma/seroma rates, and a significant decrease in the recurrence rate for the PHS mesh group (6,7). Inguinodynia is pain or discomfort lasting greater than 3 months after surgery (8). However, it is suggested that it may be due to entrapment of the ilioinguinal, iliohypogastric or genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve either in the sutures, mesh or scar tissue (9-11). The aim of this study was to document the recurrence and inguinodynia rates among patients undergoing mesh hernioplasty at KNH, a non-hernia specialist centre.
After study approval by institutional ethical board, data from eligible patients were abstracted from the patients' records. All patients who had been operated for groin hernia using mesh technique at KNH since year 2006 were included in the study. Demographic and peri-operative information was collected. The files were further scrutinized for two outcomes of interest (hernia recurrence and pain/ discomfort). To increase completeness of the data, phone calls were made to the patients to inquire if hernia had recurred and if they had inguinodynia. Two trained final year medical students were utilized to make the calls and every tenth call was corroborated by the main author. The respondents were asked if a swelling similar to a previous one had recurred and if they had discomfort or pain in the groin that interfered with their activities of daily living.
A total of 246 (250 herniae) patients met the eligibility criteria and were included in the study. The mean age was 44.1 years ( SD 17.7, range 16-85). The modal age group was 30-39 years. Male patients were the majority at 95.1% (n= 234). Majority of the hernias were right sided (n=160, 65.3%) with4 hernias being bilateral (1.6%). Only 101 (40%) of the hernia were classified with indirect (lateral) forming 71% of them. Majority (N=181, 73.6%) were operated using mesh technique utilizing Lichtenstein (73, 40.3%) and bilayer (104, 57.5%). Four of the mesh techniques were not defined. Micro-porous mesh (prolene type) was utilized in 126 (70%) of the cases, while macro-porous vypro in 44 (24.4%) and ultrapro in 3 cases. Of the 181 patients with mesh repair, 129 were traced via telephone for assessment of pain and recurrence. The follow up period ranged from 14 to 91 months with a median follow up period of 37 months (3 years 1 month). Six patients reported a recurrence representing 4.7% over the follow up period. Of these, 3 had a bilayer device inserted while the other 3 had a Lichtenstein repair. Thirty nine (30.2%) reported pain or discomfort in the groin over the same follow up period. Of these, 24 had a bilayer repair, while the other 15 had a Lichtenstein repair.
Inguinal hernia is a common surgical condition that is highly prevalent among men (12). It is associated with risk of various complications including obstruction, strangulation and potential for death. Untreated, even when life threatening complications do not occur, it may enlarge and interfere with the individuals' quality of life (13). When no contraindications exist, inguinal hernias have continued to be treated by surgery. However, it has continued to be dogged by multiple complications, amongst them being a high recurrence rate (3). Other complications include seroma, infection and persistent groin pain (inguinodynia). Pain can be quite debilitating and influence the choice of a treatment modality (14). The treatment of hernia has a large economic impact, given the high prevalence of the disease. The impact of treatment of a recurrence is higher. Surgery for recurrent disease is more difficult with potential for higher morbidity (15). In a meta-analysis recurrence rates reduced from 3.6% vs. 0.8% when Shouldice technique "the gold standard" was compared with mesh repair (16,17). These rates differ from specialist versus non specialist hernia centers. Our non-specialist centre had a recurrence rate of 4.7%. Burcharth in a review of the Danish hernia registry reported an overall inguinal hernia re-operation rate of 3.8%. He acknowledged re-operation rates underestimate recurrence rates (18). Other studies have reported rates that do not widely differ from ours (19).
Post-surgical chronic pain represents a major, largely unrecognized clinical problem. High rates of pain have been reported. Several studies and randomized clinical trials indicate that up to 30% of patients report some form of pain 1 year after Lichtenstein hernia repair (20, 21). Our rate of inguinal pain or inguinal discomfort was similarly quite high at 30.2%. A recent meta-analysis suggested that use of pre-peritoneal approach and mesh placement may have less prevalence of pain due to reduced dissection that affects nerves in the inguinal canal (22).
The inguinal hernia recurrence rates reported are acceptable in a non-hernia specialist center. However, like other authors the pain and groin discomfort rates were high. We suggest that pain should be the new target of outcome measure given the low rates of recurrence.
Rutkow IM. Demographic and Socioeconomic Aspects of Hernia Repair in the United States in 2003. SurgClin North Am. 2003;83(5):1045-51.
Badkur M, Garg N. Comparative Study of Prolene Hernia System and Lichtenstein Method for Open Inguinal Hernia Repair. J Clin Diagn Res. 2015; 9(6): PC04-PC07.
Grant AM. Open Mesh Versus Non-Mesh Repair of Groin Hernia: Meta-Analysis of Randomised Trials Based on Individual Patient Data. EU Hernia Trialists Collaboration. Hernia. 2002; 6(3):130-6.
Nilsson E, Anderberg B, Bragmark M., et al. Hernia Surgery in a Defined Population. Improvements Possible in Outcome and Cost-Effectiveness. Ambul Surg.1993; 1(3): 150-3.
Randomized Trial of Lichtenstein Versus Shouldice Hernia Repair in General Surgical Practice. Br J Surg. 2002; 89:(1): 45-9.
Awad SS, Yallampalli S, Srour AM, et al. Improved Outcomes with the Prolene Hernia System Mesh Compared with the Time-Honored Lichtenstein Onlay Mesh Repair for Inguinal Hernia Repair. Am J Surg. 2007; 193(6): 697-701.
Huang CS, Huang CC, Lien HH. Prolene Hernia System Compared with Mesh Plug Technique: A Prospective Study of Short-to Mid-Term Outcomes in Primary Groin Hernia Repair. Hernia. 2005; 9(2): 167-171.
Hakeem A, Shanmugam V. Inguinodynia Following Lichtenstein Tension-Free Hernia Repair: A Review. World J Gastroenterol. 2011; 17(14):1791-6.
Starling JR, Harms BA, Schroeder ME, et al. Diagnosis and Treatment of Genitofemoral and Ilioinguinal Entrapment Neuralgia. Surgery. 1987; 102(4):581–6.
Wantz GE. Testicular Atrophy and Chronic Residual Neuralgia as Risks of Inguinal Hernioplasty. SurgClin North Am. 1993; 73(3):571–81.
Ilioinguinal Nerve Entrapment: Diagnosis and Treatment. Pain Digest. 1992; 2:43–8.
Primatesta P, Goldacre MJ. Inguinal Hernia Repair: Incidence of Elective and Emergency Surgery, Readmission and Mortality. Int J Epidemiol. 1996; 25(4):835-9.
Mathonnet M, Mehinto D. Indications for Inguinal Hernia Repair. J Chir (Paris). 2007; 144 Spec No 4:5S11-4.
Poobalan S, Bruce J, King P, et al. Chronic Pain and Quality of Life Following Open Inguinal Hernia Repair. Br J Surg. 2001; 88(8): 1122–6.
Sevonius D. Recurrent Groin Hernia-Outcome after Surgery. Diss. Lund University, 2014.***
Scott NW, McCormack K, Graham P, et al. Open Mesh Versus Non‐Mesh for Groin Hernia Repair. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2002;(4):CD002197.
Amato B, Moja L, Panico S, et al. Shouldice Technique versus Other Open Techniques for Inguinal Hernia Repair. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012;(4):CD001543.
Burcharth J. The Epidemiology and Risk Factors for Recurrence after Inguinal Hernia Surgery. Dan Med J. 2014; 61(5): B4846.
Neumayer L, Giobbie-Hurder A, Jonasson O, et al. Open Mesh Versus Laparoscopic Mesh Repair of Inguinal Hernia. N Engl J Med. 2004;350(18):1819-27.
Bay-Nielsen M, Kehlet H, Strand L, et al. Quality Assessment of 26,304 Herniorrhaphies in Denmark: A Prospective Nationwide Study. Lancet. 2001; 358(9288):1124–8.
O'Dwyer PJ,Kingsnorth AN, Molloy RG, et al.
Randomized Clinical Trial Assessing Impact of a Lightweight or Heavyweight Mesh on Chronic Pain after Inguinal Hernia Repair. Br J Surg. 2005; 92(2):166–70.
Willaert W, De Bacquer D, Rogiers X, et al. Open Preperitoneal Techniques Versus Lichtenstein Repair for Elective Inguinal Hernias. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012;(7):CD008034.


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He's not just a bad boy. He's a badass.
But ten years is a lifetime.
A lot of water has flowed under my thirty-year-old bridge. I've been married, abused, and divorced. The last thing I need is to fall for a man who has no idea what life is all about.
But he's cute AF and his smirk makes me forget my age, my troubles, my issues. His smoldering stare takes me back in time when love was supposed to be beautiful. He may be younger and not experienced in life's hard lessons, but he's not a coward nor weak. He's a Navy SEAL.
And he's promised that we will 'stay frosty.'
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I would be a fool not to take him up on his offer. But if I do, I have to be careful.
My ex-husband, Manny Morales, is meaner than evil.
When he returned to Mexico to take over the Diablo gang, I refused to go with him.
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Which 2020 LG OLED TV should you buy?
By What Hi-Fi? 19 August 2020
LG's top OLED TVs compete for your cash
(Image credit: LG / Bosch, Amazon Prime)
LG makes some of the best TV sets we've ever tested. The cream of its 2020 crop – its OLED TVs – run the gamut from fairly affordable 4K HDR sets to a flagship 77in 8K TV. But which is the best TV for you? And does LG really make the best 4K TVs? Join us as we explore LG's class of 2020 to assess which OLED TV deserves a spot in your home.
LG is a major player in the TV game. Indeed, LG has won 'best TV' at our annual Awards for the last three years running, thanks to its premium OLED panels, which produce a stunningly natural picture.
As well as manufacturing its own OLED TVs, LG sells its OLED panels to the likes of Panasonic, Sony, Hisense and Philips. So even if you don't end up buying an LG-branded TV, you could still find yourself watching an LG OLED panel.
But, technology aside, how does one choose the best TV? As a rule of thumb, it's best to go for the biggest TV you can afford and have room for. The larger the screen, the more immersive the experience. Plus, larger screens can reveal extra detail and shading that you might have missed on smaller screens, thus breathing new life into your favourite movies.
If you have lots of space and an extremely healthy budget, you might consider LG's jaw-dropping 88in ZX 'Real 8K' OLED TV. However, most buyers will make a beeline for the company's 55in and 65in OLEDs, which offer a fair slice of cinematic scale at far more attainable prices. This year has also seen the arrival of the world's first sub-50in 4K OLED, the brilliant LG OLED48CX. No other TV brand can match that choice of OLED screen sizes.
As well as new sizes, LG's 2020 crop brings new technology to the table. Highlights include the new Alpha 9 Gen 3 chip with AI Picture Pro picture processing, which enhances resolution and sharpness using "LG Deep Learning". All of LG's 2020 OLEDs also support Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG – but not HDR10+.
LG's TVs are also the only ones on the market to have officially certified HDMI 2.1 sockets. This means they benefit from features such as eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel), ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) and VRR (Variable Refresh Rate). The last of those will be particularly appealing to gamers looking to upgrade to PS5 or Xbox Series X later this year.
LG's excellent webOS operating system has also been updated. It features all the latest streaming apps (notably Apple TV and Disney+) plus a new Sports Alert mode, which delivers alerts when your favourite team is playing live or featured on TV. It's worth noting that LG's TV are currently lacking the major UK TV catch-up apps, including BBC iPlayer, but we hope to see the issue rectified soon. In the meantime, a cheap streaming stick would solve the problem.
Ready to feast your eyes on some premiums OLED screens? Read on as we explore the best TV sets in LG's 2020 line-up…
2020 LG OLED TVs: quick overview
LG ZX 8K OLED TV – 77in, 88in
LG WX 4K OLED TV - 65in
LG GX 4K OLED TV - 55in, 65in, 77in
LG CX 4K OLED TV - 48in, 55in, 65in, 77in
Note: there are some 2020 LGs OLED TVs that you can't buy yet, such as the long-delayed LG RX 4K OLED TV – a 65in 'rollable' display that originally debuted at CES in January 2019. The cheaper 'BX' OLED range (55in, 65in, 77in), which combines the latest panel with some last-gen processing tech, isn't on sale yet, either.
LG CX 4K OLED TV
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Let's start with the crowdpleaser – the excellent 'CX'. It's LG's most affordable OLED that offers the company's most up-to-date panel and processing tech, which gives it the most all-round appeal.
We awarded the 48in OLED48CX and 55in OLED55CX models a well-deserved five star rating and praised their 'natural performance, lovely design and improved motion handling'.
The 48in CX is of particular note as it brings flagship OLED picture quality to a 'smaller' size screen for the first time. If you don't have acres of space, and want a cinematic experience from a set that won't dominate your room, the 48in CX should be right at the top of your list.
Go further up LG's 2020 range – to the ZX, GX and WX – and you'll be rewarded with swankier designs and better sonics, but you won't get better picture performance than you get from the CX models. So if you're looking for bang for buck, the CX is the best TV for you.
If your budget doesn't stretch to the CX, all is not lost. LG is due to launch a cheaper 2020 OLED, the entry-level BX, this year. However, it uses an older version of LG's processor and isn't expected to deliver the same level of performance, so you might be better off considering one of LG's 2019 OLEDs, which are available with discounts while stocks last.
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LG GX 4K OLED TV
After something a bit more stylish? LG's GX – or 'Gallery Series' – OLED delivers the same exceptional picture as the CX, but in one of the thinnest, neatest chassis we've ever seen. (We reviewed the 65in version – the OLED65GX – but it's also available in 55in and 77in variants).
Whereas most OLED TVs have a rear hardware enclosure that sticks out and brings the TV's overall depth up to around 5cm, the GX is just 2cm deep all over. This means it can be mounted flush to the wall – like a work of art.
Downsides? It's more expensive than the CX and doesn't come with a pedestal stand, so it should really only be considered by those who plan to wall-mount their TV. Still, if that's you and your budget stretches, we can't recommend the GX enough. The included low-profile 'no gap' wall mount, which hides all the cables, is a marvellous bit of engineering.
Elegant design aside, the GX trumps the CX's 40W, 2.2ch sound system with a 60W, 4.2ch set-up. And, despite being invisible, the GX's downward-firing arrangement delivers plenty of scale and spaciousness (with a little help from LG's clever AI Acoustic Tuning, which tailors the sound to your room).
If you're happy to pay a premium for the fancier design and upgraded sound, LG's ultra-thin GX OLED, which replaces last year's E9 series, could be the best TV for you.
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LG ZX 8K OLED TV
LG describes itself as "the company delivering the Real 8K experience" and, in some ways, that's true. LG's ZX 'Real 8K' OLEDs (the 88OLEDZX and 77OLEDZX) will be among the first 8K TVs to brandish the Consumer Technology Association's 8K Ultra HD logo, having met the industry body's criteria for 8K TV. We've not reviewed the ZX but it was one of the most impressive TVs we saw at this year's CES.
But does that mean you should buy one? In the case of 8K TVs, it really depends on your priorities and your budget. The 77in 8K OLED, for example, is currently on sale for £24,999 ($19,999, AU$45,000), whereas the 77in GX 4K OLED costs just £5,999 ($5,999, AU$11,000).
You'll also want to factor in how long you're willing to wait for 8K content – there's (virtually) none on the market at the moment. And while 8K broadcasts are on the horizon, it might be a while before they're a regular occurrence. In the meantime, the best 8K TVs make themselves useful by upscaling content from HD and 4K to 8K, so from that perspective they're a super-sized treat.
Before you buy, it's worth remembering that even LG's flagship 88in 8K OLED has the exact same picture processing tech as the CX, GX and WX models. You do get a slightly beefier 80W sound system, but at this money, you'd almost certainly want to connect this monster set to a high-end surround sound system.
Ultimately, some may find the promise of 8K too much to resist. But if you want to go big, the 77in GX 4K OLED might be the best TV for you – it provides a similarly cinematic experience at a fraction of the cost.
LG WX 4K OLED TV
At first glance, LG's 2020 WX 'Wallpaper' series TV looks very similar to the GX 'Gallery' series. But while they feature the same 4K OLED panel and identical picture processing tech, they offer differing audio solutions.
While the GX has built-in speakers, the WX comes with a separate Dolby Atmos soundbar that doubles as a hub for all the TV's connections.
The other key difference is the WX only comes in one size, 65in, which is priced around £4,499 ($5,600, AU$9,200). The GX comes in 55in, 65in and 77in sizes. For comparison, the 65in GX costs £2,999 ($3,000, AU$).
So which is the best TV for you? If you want the thinnest 2020 LG OLED, and don't mind the add-on soundbar, go for the WX. At just 4mm thick, the screen makes a serious statement.
The more affordable GX isn't quite as shocking thin, but it has built-in, invisible speakers - for some that will be the neater solution. It's also a lot cheaper, and so might well be the best best 4K TV to suit your budget.
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Best OLED TVs 2020
Best LG TVs 2020: LCD, OLED, 4K, HDR
Andrew Links 20 August 2020 13:37
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LG's top OLED TVs compete for your cash. Should you buy a 4K TV or an 8K TV? And which offers the best bang for buck?
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Nice but but I have owned 55 " lg oled had tons of streaming issues till I switched to Sony 65" 900e then it worked except for ATMOS then now have TCL 615 75" and everything works plus Roku added to sony 900e and on 615 allows Atmos and easy setup. Why push people to oled when much better led TV's are there?
BAJA Geazer 20 August 2020 22:08
As a retired lifelong audiophile and videophile with over 30 years in the Consumer Electronics field as a salesman and executive, there is no question OLED is currently the State Of The Art in consumer video display technology, albeit, at a premium. No LCD (misnamed LED) TV can come close in color, sharpness, contrast or black level. The only area LCD is currently superior is brightness, if you wish to watch in the daytime or a lit room.
As to 4K or 8K? That depends on screen size and viewing distance. The closer you sit, and the larger the screen, the more likely your eyes could perceive the difference. In general, you should sit 1.5 times your diagonal screen size back. Most people sit about nine to ten feet back from their screen so should have a 65 to 75" screen. At that, I doubt anyone could tell the difference between 4K and 8K. A larger screen or closer viewing distance, you may want to consider 8K over 4K. But even with LG's giant 88" screen, if you're sitting 12 or more feet back, I doubt you'll see any benefit in 8K resolution.
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Unfortunately, the development of pressure sores amongst nursing home residents frequently occurs as a consequence of neglect. Although sometimes unavoidable, these pressure sores often arise when facilities' staff fail to properly assess and take measures to prevent their development. When correctly following procedure and federal law, however, care practitioners will be armed with a comprehensive set of diagnostic criteria which enable them to monitor and assess the risk of residents developing pressure sores. By using these tools, nurses will be able to make the appropriate interventions when needed to ensure that sores do not develop. Although there are several diagnostic tools which practitioners can use, the most widely adopted and most important for you to know about is the Braden Scale.
What does the Braden Scale Measure?
What is a Normal Braden Score?
How Frequently Should the Braden Scale be Used?
What is the Braden Q Scale?
What is the PUSH Tool for Pressure Sores?
What is the Cause of a Pressure Sore?
What is the First Sign of a Pressure Sore?
How can the Development of Pressure Sores be Prevented?
What Does it Mean When a Wound is Granulating?
What Causes a Wound to Over-Granulate?
What Type of Dressing Should be Used on a Red Granulation Wound?
The Braden Scale was developed thirty years ago by nursing experts Barbara Braden and Nancy Bergstrom to help health professionals - especially nurses - assess a patient's risk of developing a pressure ulcer. The Braden Scale made large improvements upon the previously used Norton scale, which relied on fewer metrics and less precise criteria for evaluation. For the Braden scale, there are six criteria which are considered, each of which is ranked on a scale from 1 to 3 or 4, with the high score of 23 indicating no risk and the low score of 6 indicating the severest risk.
The six criteria which the Braden Scale considers are Sensory Perception, Moisture, Activity, Mobility, Nutrition, and Friction & Shear. By evaluating all of these factors, the Braden Scale is able to assess both the proximate causes of pressure sore development (a lack of movement & activity combined with constant pressure on part of the body) as well as secondary causes (such as inadequate nutrition or inability to sense pain).
A Braden score from 19-23 is considered normal, and not a risk of developing a pressure sore at the time of the assessment. Any score of 18 or lower is considered a risk, with 15-18 considered "At Risk," 13-14 a "Moderate Risk," 10-12 a "High Risk," and 9 a "Very High Risk"
In addition to being used upon entry, transfer, and dismissal, the Braden scale should also be regularly deployed to ensure that your loved one's health is being adequately monitored. In a hospital setting, the assessment should be performed daily. Although there is no agreement as to how often the scale should be used in a skilled nursing setting, it should always be performed on a regular basis, according to the facility's protocol, and frequently enough to prevent the development of pressure sores, which typically emerge within two to three weeks for residents of concern.
The Braden Q scale is very similar to the Braden scale, but includes the additional diagnostic criteria of "Tissue Perfusion and Oxygenation." It was developed a decade after the original Braden scale with the permission of its primary author, and was modified to reflect the unique conditions of pediatric patients, especially in acute care settings. Outside of this context, you should expect that the standard Braden scale rather than the Braden Q scale will be used.
The Pressure Ulcer Scale for Healing or "PUSH Tool" is the standard diagnostic mechanism used to assess and monitor pressure sores. Developed by the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) and released in 1997, the PUSH tool is similar to the Braden scale in that it assesses several factors and gives a total score based on the severity of the factors observed. However, for the PUSH tool the higher the score given, the more severe the pressure sore is.
The PUSH tool measures three primary attributes of a pressure sore: the area or size of the sore, the drainage or exudate amount, and the type of tissue (extent of damage) observed. Based on these criteria, a total score from 1-17 is given. For your convenience, the PUSH tool can be found here.
In addition, there are several risk factors which contribute to the development of pressure sores and enable or exacerbate their development. These include affected blood flow, lack of sensory perception, and inadequate nutrition and hydration. In a nursing home setting, you might see one or more of these factors contribute to the development of pressure sores. To prevent pressure sores from developing, if your loved one is relatively inactive ensuring sufficient mobility is a must, along with adequate care and attention to all of the other risk factors.
Color - The skin over bony areas in particular may appear reddened. Also look for skin that appears bruised, with a blue, purple, or black hue.
Temperature - Changes in temperature can indicate the early development of a pressure sore. The skin of affected areas may be warmer or cooler to the touch than the surrounding area.
Consistency - When a pressure sore is beginning to develop, you may find that affected skin feels firm to the touch or boggy (as though it's filled with fluid).
Sensation - If your loved one starts to complain about pain, itching, or tingling, that may indicate a pressure sore is developing in the affected area.
The primary prevention for pressure sores is to redistribute pressure by ensuring that your loved one is adjusting their sitting or lying position regularly, or being regularly turned if they are unable to do so themselves. In addition, to avoid pressure sores it is important that they eat a balanced diet with adequate protein, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, and especially that their skin is kept free from exposure to urine and stool.
If your loved one is unable to adjust their position regularly, they should be turned every couple of hours - but not awakened in the night to do so.
In addition, if you are concerned about the development of pressure sores, you can help prevent them by purchasing egg-crate or fluidized mattresses and/or chair pads, which help distribute pressure more evenly. Pillows are also a helpful way of reducing pressure on the skin near bony areas.
Finally, to avoid friction it is recommended that you use a draw sheet to lift and reposition your loved one when necessary. To avoid shear, the use of footstools, ottomans, or other special devices to prop up the feet and keep hips at a 90-degree angle are helpful.
The granulation of a wound is an intermediate step in the healing process of full-thickness wounds, which provides early scaffolding to promote healing from the edge of the wound. Don't worry, this is a good sign - it means the wound is healing properly! Granulation tissue is made up of new connective tissue and tiny blood vessels, so as you might expect it will be bright red or pink, and it is also moist. Granulation tissue is typically raised higher than surrounding flesh and often bumpy, thus the term granulating.
The over-granulation of a wound occurs from the over-stimulation and production of new fibrous tissue (fibroplasia) and blood vessels (angiogenesis). This is a problem because it prevents epithelialization, the next step of the healing process consisting of the formation of the barrier between the wound and the environment.
One of your best options for dressing a granulation wound is a collagen dressing, as these increase fibroblast movement leading to faster wound repair. Collagen dressings also facilitate the removal of dead tissue (debridement), the growth of new blood vessels (angiogenesis), and the formation of the wounds protective layer (epithelialization). There are several other advantages of collagen dressings, including flexibility, comfort, and a reduced chance of infection. The frequency of application depends upon the product, but typically ranges from daily to weekly.
Whatever kind of dressing you choose, it is best to avoid occlusive and large pore foam dressings if possible, due to the risk of over-granulation with their use.
Have you or someone you care about been harmed because a pressure ulcer was not properly diagnosed and treated? If you have been injured as the result of medical or hospital malpractice or negligence, call us at 800-553-8082 or get an online free consultation.


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/************************************************************************************
 * Included Files
 ************************************************************************************/

#include <nuttx/config.h>

#include <stdint.h>
#include <stdbool.h>
#include <errno.h>
#include <debug.h>

#include <nuttx/spi/spi.h>
#include <arch/board/board.h>

#include "up_arch.h"
#include "chip.h"
#include "stm32.h"
#include "mikroe-stm32f4-internal.h"

#if defined(CONFIG_STM32_SPI1) || defined(CONFIG_STM32_SPI2) || defined(CONFIG_STM32_SPI3)

/************************************************************************************
 * Pre-processor Definitions
 ************************************************************************************/

/* Enables debug output from this file (needs CONFIG_DEBUG too) */

#undef SPI_DEBUG   /* Define to enable debug */
#undef SPI_VERBOSE /* Define to enable verbose debug */

#ifdef SPI_DEBUG
#  define spidbg  lldbg
#  ifdef SPI_VERBOSE
#    define spivdbg lldbg
#  else
#    define spivdbg(x...)
#  endif
#else
#  undef SPI_VERBOSE
#  define spidbg(x...)
#  define spivdbg(x...)
#endif

/************************************************************************************
 * Private Functions
 ************************************************************************************/

/************************************************************************************
 * Public Functions
 ************************************************************************************/

/************************************************************************************
 * Name: stm32_spiinitialize
 *
 * Description:
 *   Called to configure SPI chip select GPIO pins for the mikroe_stm32f4 board.
 *
 ************************************************************************************/

void weak_function stm32_spiinitialize(void)
{
#ifdef CONFIG_STM32_SPI3

#ifdef CONFIG_MTD_M25P
  (void)stm32_configgpio(GPIO_CS_FLASH);    /* FLASH chip select */
#endif

#if defined(CONFIG_MMCSD)
  (void)stm32_configgpio(GPIO_CS_MMCSD);    /* MMC/SD chip select */
  (void)stm32_configgpio(GPIO_SD_CD);       /* MMC/SD card detect */
#endif

#ifdef CONFIG_VS1053
  (void)stm32_configgpio(GPIO_CS_MP3_DATA); /* MP3 codec chip select for DATA */
  (void)stm32_configgpio(GPIO_CS_MP3_CMD);  /* MP3 codec chip select for CMD */
#endif

  /* Configure the EXP I/O cs for SPI3 */
  (void)stm32_configgpio(GPIO_CS_EXP_SPI3); /* Expander chip select */

#endif
}

/****************************************************************************
 * Name:  stm32_spi1/2/3select and stm32_spi1/2/3status
 *
 * Description:
 *   The external functions, stm32_spi1/2/3select and stm32_spi1/2/3status must be
 *   provided by board-specific logic.  They are implementations of the select
 *   and status methods of the SPI interface defined by struct spi_ops_s (see
 *   include/nuttx/spi/spi.h). All other methods (including up_spiinitialize())
 *   are provided by common STM32 logic.  To use this common SPI logic on your
 *   board:
 *
 *   1. Provide logic in stm32_boardinitialize() to configure SPI chip select
 *      pins.
 *   2. Provide stm32_spi1/2/3select() and stm32_spi1/2/3status() functions in your
 *      board-specific logic.  These functions will perform chip selection and
 *      status operations using GPIOs in the way your board is configured.
 *   3. Add a calls to up_spiinitialize() in your low level application
 *      initialization logic
 *   4. The handle returned by up_spiinitialize() may then be used to bind the
 *      SPI driver to higher level logic (e.g., calling
 *      mmcsd_spislotinitialize(), for example, will bind the SPI driver to
 *      the SPI MMC/SD driver).
 *
 ****************************************************************************/

#ifdef CONFIG_STM32_SPI3
void stm32_spi3select(FAR struct spi_dev_s *dev, enum spi_dev_e devid, bool selected)
{

  spivdbg("devid: %d CS: %s\n", (int)devid, selected ? "assert" : "de-assert");

#if defined(CONFIG_VS1053)
  if (devid == SPIDEV_AUDIO_DATA)
    {
      stm32_gpiowrite(GPIO_CS_MP3_DATA, !selected);
    }
  else if (devid == SPIDEV_AUDIO_CTRL)
    {
      stm32_gpiowrite(GPIO_CS_MP3_CMD, !selected);
    }
  else
#endif

#if defined(CONFIG_MMCSD)
  if (devid == SPIDEV_MMCSD)
    {
      stm32_gpiowrite(GPIO_CS_MMCSD, !selected);
    }
  else
#endif

#if defined(CONFIG_MTD_M25P)
  if (devid == SPIDEV_FLASH)
    {
      stm32_gpiowrite(GPIO_CS_FLASH, !selected);
    }
  else
#endif

  /* Must be the expansion header device */

  if (devid == SPIDEV_EXPANDER)
    {
      stm32_gpiowrite(GPIO_CS_EXP_SPI3, !selected);
    }
}

uint8_t stm32_spi3status(FAR struct spi_dev_s *dev, enum spi_dev_e devid)
{
  uint8_t ret = 0;

#if defined(CONFIG_MMCSD)
  if (devid == SPIDEV_MMCSD)
    {
      /* A low value indicates the card is present */

      if (!stm32_gpioread(GPIO_SD_CD))
        {
          ret = SPI_STATUS_PRESENT;
        }
    }
#endif

  return ret;
}
#endif

#ifdef CONFIG_STM32_SPI2
void stm32_spi2select(FAR struct spi_dev_s *dev, enum spi_dev_e devid, bool selected)
{
  spidbg("devid: %d CS: %s\n", (int)devid, selected ? "assert" : "de-assert");
}

uint8_t stm32_spi2status(FAR struct spi_dev_s *dev, enum spi_dev_e devid)
{
  return 0;
}
#endif

#ifdef CONFIG_STM32_SPI1
void stm32_spi1select(FAR struct spi_dev_s *dev, enum spi_dev_e devid, bool selected)
{
  spidbg("devid: %d CS: %s\n", (int)devid, selected ? "assert" : "de-assert");
}

uint8_t stm32_spi1status(FAR struct spi_dev_s *dev, enum spi_dev_e devid)
{
  return 0;
}
#endif

/****************************************************************************
 * Name: stm32_spi1cmddata
 *
 * Description:
 *   Set or clear the SH1101A A0 or SD1306 D/C n bit to select data (true)
 *   or command (false). This function must be provided by platform-specific
 *   logic. This is an implementation of the cmddata method of the SPI
 *   interface defined by struct spi_ops_s (see include/nuttx/spi/spi.h).
 *
 * Input Parameters:
 *
 *   spi - SPI device that controls the bus the device that requires the CMD/
 *         DATA selection.
 *   devid - If there are multiple devices on the bus, this selects which one
 *         to select cmd or data.  NOTE:  This design restricts, for example,
 *         one one SPI display per SPI bus.
 *   cmd - true: select command; false: select data
 *
 * Returned Value:
 *   None
 *
 ****************************************************************************/

#ifdef CONFIG_SPI_CMDDATA
#ifdef CONFIG_STM32_SPI1
int stm32_spi1cmddata(FAR struct spi_dev_s *dev, enum spi_dev_e devid, bool cmd)
{
  return -ENODEV;
}
#endif

#ifdef CONFIG_STM32_SPI2
int stm32_spi2cmddata(FAR struct spi_dev_s *dev, enum spi_dev_e devid, bool cmd)
{
  return OK;
}
#endif

#ifdef CONFIG_STM32_SPI3
int stm32_spi3cmddata(FAR struct spi_dev_s *dev, enum spi_dev_e devid, bool cmd)
{
  return OK;
}
#endif
#endif /* CONFIG_SPI_CMDDATA */

#endif /* CONFIG_STM32_SPI1 || CONFIG_STM32_SPI2 */

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La Salle legends advance, SLU Crew falls in The Tournament
Mat Shelton-Eide
Posted onJul 19, 2015 at 2:34 PM
Two teams made up of Atlantic 10 legends saw their fates head in different directions in yesterdays "The Basketball Tournament" as a group of Saint Louis alumni known as "Majerus SLU Crew" fell 84-80 at the hands of Houston Live while La Salle All-Stars "20th & Olney" escaped Max's All-Starts 87-80.
In the early game the SLU Crew consisting of the likes of Mike McCall Jr., Jared Newson, Kwamain Mitchell, Cory Remekun, Jordair Jett, Danny Brown, Brian Conklin, Jermaine Greene, Kevin Brown and Dwyane Evans came up just short against a five-man Houston team led by former San Diego Torero Brandon Johnson who dumped 27 points on the Billikens grads.
Duquesne grad and former NBA baller (currently in the NBA D-League), Mike James, chipped in a 19-point, 11-rebound double-double for Houston Live in the win.
Kwamain Mitchell led the group of former Billikens with 21 points in his 23 minutes of play while former backcourt mate Jordair Jett added 17 of his own points on 7-10 shooting. McCall Jr. and Newsome round out the list of double-digit scorers with 10 of their own while former SLU great Dwayne Evans was one of three players to lead the Crew with six rebounds. Evans played just 12 minutes in the loss, scoring seven points on seven points on 3-4 shooting.
A group of former La Salle players key to the Explorers 2013 Sweet 16 run faired a bit better, escaping a Max's All Stars team made up of a random college of D1 hoopers, 87-80.
Recent grad Jarelle Wright dumped a game-high 25 points to go with a team-high 12 rebounds in the win. He was joined by '06 grad Steven Smith who added a 17-point, 10-rebound double-double of his own.
The former backcourt duo of Tyrone Garland and Tyreek Durren added 22 and 14 points, respectively.
With the win 20th & Olney advance to take on the top-seeded Boeheim's Army featuring a roster full of Syracuse Orange alumni. That game will take place Sunday, July 19 at 4PM ET.
Mat Shelton-Eide has been involved in college athletics since 2007, starting as a co-founder of VCURamNation.com where he covered the Rams all the way...
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Jorge Arreola (* 17. Oktober 1972 in La Vega, Jalisco) auch bekannt unter dem Spitznamen El Remi, ist ein ehemaliger mexikanischer Fußballspieler, der zu Beginn seiner Karriere im Mittelfeld eingesetzt wurde und ab der Saison 1995/96 in der Verteidigung agierte.

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Arreola begann seine Laufbahn in der mexikanischen Primera División 1992 beim Rekordmeister Chivas Guadalajara, für den er erstmals am 23. August 1992 in einem Spiel bei Monarcas Morelia zum Einsatz kam. In diesem wurde er in der 71. Minute für Mario Alberto Arteaga eingewechselt und erzielte bereits 18 Minuten später sein erstes Tor in der höchsten mexikanischen Spielklasse zum 2:0-Endstand.

In seiner ersten Saison 1992/93 kam Arreola in 31 (von 38 möglichen) Spielen zum Einsatz, von denen er 25 über die volle Distanz von 90 Minuten bestritt und insgesamt vier Tore erzielte.

Im Torneo Verano 1997, in dem er mit Chivas den Meistertitel gewann, absolvierte er in 23 Spielen seiner Mannschaft nur noch zwölf Einsätze und kam nur zweimal über die volle Distanz von 90 Minuten zum Einsatz. Sein persönlich erfolgreichstes Spiel in diesem Turnier war das am 18. Mai 1997 ausgetragene Heimspiel gegen Santos Laguna, in dem er erst in der 77. Minute eingewechselt wurde und dennoch zwei Tore innerhalb von neun Minuten zum 4:0 und 5:0-Endstand erzielte.

Nach dem Titelgewinn mit Guadalajara wechselte Arreola zu den Tiburones Rojos Veracruz, mit denen er am Ende der darauffolgenden Saison 1997/98 in die zweitklassige Primera División 'A' abstieg.

Das Kalenderjahr 1999 verbrachte er bei Toros Neza und anschließend kehrte er für die Saison 2000/01 noch einmal zu Chivas Guadalajara zurück, bevor er seine aktive Laufbahn in Diensten des CD Zacatepec beendete.

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 Mexikanischer Meister: Verano 1997

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Mexikanischer Meister (Fußball)
Fußballspieler (Deportivo Guadalajara)
Fußballspieler (CD Veracruz)
Fußballspieler (Toros Neza)
Fußballspieler (CD Zacatepec)
Geboren 1972
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Q: Understanding the definition of an Interface Im starting to learn about modeling of moving interfaces and am feeling daft about the basic definition itself:
Given an $n$ dimensional space $\Omega$ an interface $\Gamma$ is a co-dimension 1 object that splits the domain into  two distinct regions.
Ok so if $\Omega$ is a 2d domain, $\Gamma$ is a 1 dimensional object, i.e. a line that splits the domain.
The problem I have is with the motivating example, a circle in a 2d domain. Isn't a circle a 2d object, so it shouldn't count as an interface since its not codim 1? Or is it because we can parameterize the circle with just 1 degree of freedom that makes it 'count'?

A: It's not clear where you get the idea that a circle is a 2D object (or what exactly you mean by that).  There are various notions of dimension, but usually if one can parametrize something by a function $\mathbb{R}^m\to\mathbb{R}^n$, one would see it as an $m$-dimensional surface in $\mathbb{R}^n$; alternatively, if a locus is defined by a set of $m$ equations in $n$ real variables, it can be seen as $n-m$ dimensional.  A circle in $\mathbb{R}^2$ is of course defined by one equation as in $\{(x,y)\in\mathbb{R}^2:x^2+y^2=b\}$.  There are other more sophisticated notions of dimension.

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The Connel bridge, the Falls of Lora, minor whirlpools as the tide had just started to ebb. Three times passed this and always higher tides, not seen the awsome falls since 1994 when doing my TI Course at Kilbowie.
Bridge over the Atlantic - bridging the mainland over to the isle of Seil.
Looking back north from the top of Bridge over the Atlantic. Loch Feochan at the end.
Continued past Oban down eventually to Easdale, passing two depsondant looking Sea Kayakers maybe looking for a swell free loch too. Oh well next weekend looms.
On of the smaller isles south of Easdale ??