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Ampelosaurus ist eine Gattung sauropoder Dinosaurier aus der Gruppe der Titanosauria. Fossilien dieser Gattung stammen aus der späten Oberkreide (frühes Maastrichtium) Frankreichs. Einzige bekannte Art ist Ampelosaurus atacis.

Merkmale
Ampelosaurus war wie alle Sauropoden ein Pflanzenfresser mit langem Hals und Schwanz und erreichte eine geschätzte Länge von etwa 15 Metern.  Wie verschiedene andere Titanosaurier trug Ampelosaurus in der Haut eingebettete Knochen (Osteoderme), die bei dieser Gattung in Form von Platten, Buckeln und Stacheln erhalten und zwischen 25 und 28 Zentimeter lang sind. Bisher wurden lediglich vier solcher Osteoderme entdeckt, die Ampelosaurus zugeschrieben werden können. Da Titanosaurier-Osteoderme stets nur zu wenigen aufgefunden werden, vermuten einige Forscher, dass Titanosaurier generell nur wenige Osteoderme trugen und dass der Körper der Tiere somit zu viele ungeschützte Bereiche aufwies, als dass die Osteoderme eine wirksame Verteidigung gegenüber Prädatoren hätten darstellen können, wie früher oft vermutet wurde.

Von anderen Titanosauriern lässt sich diese Gattung durch die Wirbelbögen und Dornfortsätze der Rückenwirbel unterscheiden, die schräg nach hinten gerichtet waren – in einem Winkel von fast 45° gegenüber der Vertikalen.

Systematik
Die Verwandtschaftsbeziehungen dieser Gattung innerhalb der Titanosauria sind umstritten. Innerhalb der Titanosauria wird diese Gattung jedoch für gewöhnlich innerhalb der Lithostrotia (=Titanosauridae) eingeordnet, welche alle abgeleiteten (modernen) Titanosauria umfasst.

Fund und Einordnung

Das erste Skelett wurde in einem Weinberg bei Campagne-sur-Aude im Département Aude im südlichen Frankreich entdeckt. Diese Knochen wurden ab 1989 zusammen mit hunderten weiteren Reptilienknochen in insgesamt zwölf Monaten Feldarbeit ausgegraben. An den Grabungen beteiligt waren Paläontologen des Musée des Dinosaures in Esperaza, des CNRS sowie des Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle in Boulogne-sur-Mer. Die Gesteinseinheit des Fundorts wird als Bellevue-Schicht bezeichnet und gehört zur unteren Marnes-Rouges-Formation, welche für ihre zahlreichen Dinosaurierfunde bekannt ist. Bei diesen Ablagerungen handelt es sich um fluviatile (von einem Fluss transportiert und abgelagerte) Sedimente. Weitere, zusammen mit den Titanosaurier-Knochen entdeckte Wirbeltierfossilien schließen Schuppen des Fisches Lepisosteus, Panzerfragmente einer Schildkröte, fragmentarische Überreste eines Krokodils aus der Gruppe Eusuchia sowie zahlreiche Knochen des Ornithopoden Rhabdodon priscus mit ein.

Der Holotyp besteht aus drei Rückenwirbeln im anatomischen Verbund; insgesamt schließen die Funde den Großteil des Skeletts mit Ausnahme des Schädels mit ein. Die Fossilien werden heute im Musée de Dinosaurs of Esperaza aufbewahrt. In der gleichen Region entdeckte man in der Folge auch Stücke des Schädels und des Kiefers, so dass große Teile von Ampelosaurus heute bekannt sind.

Ampelosaurus wurde 1995 vom französischen Paläontologen Jean Le Loeuff erstmals wissenschaftlich beschrieben. Der Gattungsname Ampelosaurus ist altgriechisch für "Weinberg-Echse" und spielt auf den Fundort, den Weinberg Blanquette de Limoux in Languedoc (Frankreich) an. Bislang ist nur eine Art bekannt, Ampelosaurus atacis, benannt nach dem lateinischen Namen des Flusses Aude.

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Spring courthouse set for opening in 2018 after rebuilding from Harvey
Spring Observer // Spring News
Mayra Cruz, mayra.cruz@chron.com
Oct. 26, 2017 Updated: Oct. 26, 2017 4:14 p.m.
1of2The Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 1 courthouse in Spring expects to re-open to the public in early 2018 after suffering flood damage during Hurricane Harvey, said Judge Lincoln Goodwin. The courthouse will replace drywall, carpet, tile and more before the staff can return.Photo courtesy of Lincoln GoodwinShow MoreShow Less
2of2The Harris Court Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 1 court house will reopen in 2018 after sustaining damage from floodwaters caused by Hurricane Harvey.Mayra CruzShow MoreShow Less
The Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 1 staff expect to return to their courthouse in early 2018 after Hurricane Harvey flooded it with nearly four feet of water.
"Hopefully, we're back up at a 100 percent in March," said Judge Lincoln Goodwin.
He and his staff removed computers and paper files from the building after the floodwaters had receded. No files were lost and any wet files were freeze dried and scanned, Goodwin said.
"The building is getting cleaned out, restored and now repaired so we can get back to work for the community," he said.
Dimetra Hamilton, spokesperson for the Harris County Engineering Department, said that once the repair work began, it would take between 90 to 120 days to open the building to the public.
The building, which also houses the tax assessor's office and Harris County Sheriff's Office, will install new drywall, carpet and tile, Hamilton said.
Goodwin had announced at a town hall meeting in September that the court might move to a temporary location, but no additional announcements were made.
"We needed to at least consider other alternatives in case it was going to take a lot longer," he said.
The court, which handles civil claims, marriage licenses and traffic disputes, has instead temporarily relocated the court staff to the Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 2 in Humble where Goodwin is also hearing cases.
"I'm holding hearings out there on the docket in that courtroom," he said.
Residents can either go to the courthouse at 7900 Will Clayton Parkway in Humble or online at the www.jp.hctx.net/4-1 to pay for traffic tickets or to set a court date.
Earlier this month, Harris County Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman moved back into a makeshift office inside the building it shares with the court.
The constable's office was forced to leave after the dispatch center was flooded during Harvey. Herman said he and his patrol division would stay in the building until the building is repaired.
For more information about the court, call 713-274-6550.
While the Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 1 court is closed due to repairs, Spring residents can go the Precinct 4, Place 2 court, call or go online to set court dates, pay traffic fines and more.
Harris County Justice of the Peace, Precint 4, Place 1
Online: www.jp.hctx.net/4-1
Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 2
7900 Will Clayton Parkway
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            bulbId: String,
            body: String
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Explanation of Guitar Pickups
Pickups play an important role in the tone of an electric guitar, so it makes sense to understand the basics of how they actually work and the variations of guitar pickups available.
In the most basic sense, the pickups you will be dealing with when assembling an electric guitar kit are magnetic.
Guitar pickups explained
There are other types of pickups you will hear mentioned from time to time, however, for example:
Contact Pickups (essentially microphones)
Piezo Pickups (Which use crystals and don't pick up outside interference as a result. They also sound fantastic)
Active Pickups (Which require a source of electricity such as a battery)
While the technology used to transfer sound from a guitar to an amplifier is pretty fascinating stuff especially in less common pickups such as Piezo pickups, we will focus on magnetic pickups because this is what you will be dealing with typically.
Magnetic Pickups Explained
Magnetic pickups are essentially magnets (one long or 6 separate pieces generally) placed in a bobbin and then wrapped in copper wire. This, in turn, creates a magnetic field. There really isn't a lot more to a basic magnetic pickup.
As guitar strings are essentially steel, when they vibrate over the magnetic field created by the pickup they create a signal (think of it like a disturbance of this magnetic field), which is passed onto your guitar amplifier via the output jack and guitar lead, in turn creating the sound you hear when playing an electric guitar.
The Differences between Single Coil and Humbucking Pickups
Single Coil Electric Guitar Pickup
Single Coil Pickups
If you purchase an 'ST' or 'TE' style guitar kit your guitar will have at least one single coil magnetic pickup in the bridge, middle or neck position.
If you opt for an 'LP' style guitar kit the pickups will be what are commonly referred to as humbuckers.
The very first mass-produced electric guitar was the Fender Telecaster (originally called the Broadcaster) which featured single coil pickups. These were very successful and as you will notice are still used commonly today by blues and country players for the most part.
There was a bit of a problem, though. Single coil pickups tend to be fairly noisy as they can pick up on other unwanted frequencies, such as light switches, other amplifiers in the same room, basically anything that has the potential to disturb the signal. If you play with other musicians you can soon understand why this isn't always ideal.
Humbucker Style
Humbucker Style Pickup
Humbuckers as the name might suggest 'buck' this unwanted hum by creating two separate signals that essentially cancel each other out. Because they are less affected by unwanted frequencies by nature and use a much larger magnet they tend to be better suited to higher output. This is the reason you will see humbuckers used in metal and heavy rock.
It's important to remember pickups aren't the only influence on tone and sustain, for instance, many people credit the set neck used on Gibson guitars such as the Les Paul for contributing to the sustain these guitars are renowned for. Need an example of great sustain?
So essentially if you are looking for a thicker, higher output sound a humbucker will be a better fit for you. If however, you prefer a brighter, twangier tone a single coil will be best. If in doubt consider the guitar tones and styles of music you prefer e.g. Fender or Gibson and go with a similar style of guitar kit or even better grab yourself one of each.
Where Does Tone Come From?
While it is true that nearly all the guitar's components will play a role in tone e.g. the bridge, saddle, and nut this is a more advanced topic that is deserving of an article in its own right at a later date.
While we have touched on the characteristics of single coil and humbucking pickups, to truly cover guitar electronics check out -"Guitar Electronics for Musicians" by Donald Brosnac which details the history of guitar pickups and goes into great detail about the mechanics of guitar pickups). It's fairly heavy going for anyone new to the topic but also very interesting at the same time.
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Q: Index and primary key in large table that doesn't have an Id column I'm looking for guidance on the best practice for adding indexes / primary key for the following table in SQL Server.
My goal is to maximize performance mostly on selecting data, but also in inserts.
IndicatorValue
(
   [IndicatorId] [uniqueidentifier] NOT NULL,  -- this is a foreign key
   [UnixTime] [bigint] NOT null,
   [Value] [decimal](15,4) NOT NULL,
   [Interval] [int] NOT NULL
)

The table will have over 10 million rows. Data is batch inserted between 5-10 thousand rows at a time.
I frequently query the data and retrieve the same 5-10 thousand rows at a time with SQL similar to
SELECT [UnixTime]
FROM [IndicatorValue]
WHERE [IndicatorId] = 'xxx GUID xxx'
  AND [Interval] = 2
ORDER BY [UnixTime]

or
SELECT [UnixTime], [Value]
FROM [IndicatorValue]
WHERE [IndicatorId] = 'xxx GUID xxx'
  AND [Interval] = 2
ORDER BY [UnixTime]

Based on my limited knowledge of SQL indexes, I think:

*

*I should have a clustered index on IndicatorId and Interval. Because of the ORDER BY, should it also include UnixTime?

*As I don't have an identity column (didn't create one because I wouldn't use it), I could have a non-clustered primary key on IndicatorId, UnixTime and Interval, because I read that it's always good to have PK on every table.

Also, the data is very rarely deleted, and there are not many updates, but when they happen it's only on 1 row.
Any insight on best practices would be much appreciated.

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Q: Disable Struts converting HTML tags into entities Hi I'm using Struts 1.2 and I installed TinyMCE. The problem is that struts is converting all HTML tags into entities. How do I disable or configure this to allow only selected tags?

A: Use the filter parameter (taglib).
<bean:write name="someField" filter="false"/>

A: Thanks, I was looking for this but in Struts 2, and this helped, it's similar:
<s:property value="variable" escape="false" />

A: I don't think that is a correct response for struts 2. At least on the later versions
escape property does not exist.
There are escapes for html, csv , javascript and xml which needs to be explicitly mentioned.
example for html, it has to be escapeHtml
<s:property value="%{somefield}" escapeHtml="false"/>


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2016 Gaming: Top 10 games I enjoyed
On January 2, 2017	by Artem Safarov	With	0 Comments	- Board Games
Let's take a look back at the 2016 in gaming – the first list will go over the games I enjoyed most. I do not play enough games to only limit it to those released this year, so instead – I look back at the games that I had most fun with this year, regardless of when these were released.
This year was a weird one as my gaming patterns have really changed. First, as my 3-year old has really taken to gaming – about 25% of all the games I played was of the kid variety and a couple I enjoyed these so much a couple snuck in. Second – the top two on this list really stand much higher than the other 8. Just the way things worked out, but the other titles certainly deserve being there. I'm curious to see whether this front-loaded appreciation of games will stay in place or whether it will be more evenly spread in 2017.
Finally – for reference – here are the links to the lists from 2015 and 2014. A couple of favourites make quite a comeback this year! So without further ado – let's dive right in!
10. Bang! (6 plays, no ranking in 2014/2015)
BANG! Just barely edged out the good old Patchwork for the #10 spot on this list as it was a late addition to my gaming library.
It occupies a very neat spot between social interaction and gaming mechanics, capturing a nice dynamic feel in a tidy 30-min playing slot.
At 4-7 player count it is also a great option for larger groups and so I think it will become quite a favourite with my work gaming people.
It makes no attempt at appearing to be a thinky / strategic offering but it did not stop me from enjoying it a great deal – in fact the randomness only adds to the Wild West feel and some of the showdowns that we had were quite epic.
9. Codenames + Codnames: Pictures (93 plays, #8 in 2015)
The popularity of Codenames and its simple genius design are undeniable. The reason why it only made it to the #9 spot is that by now I realize that it's more of a brain teaser / team competition than a board game.
It does not necessarily make it a bad way to spend time but I often regret that it becomes the default option, preventing other games that I'd like to play from hitting the table.
This entry combines both Codenames and Codenames: Pictures, even though these offer pretty different experiences that are both great in their own right. If you think I'm being overly harsh to this #1 party game – I hope my review will persuade you otherwise.
8. Ticket to Ride: First Journey (18 plays, no ranking in 2014/15)
Remember those kids games I mention? The kiddie version of Ticket to Ride is one of them.
While I find the base game an enjoyable option – it never became a big hit for me mostly because I think it overstays its welcome.
This simplification is great for younger kids, encouraging spatial planning, counting and even learning a bit of geography (it certainly helped my son learn the city names).
I also like that it can be easily shifted in difficulty to adjust it for older/younger kid groups. I think it will also prepare Alan well for eventually trying the adult version (which is fitting given he shares a name with the designer)
7. Epic Spell Wars (6 plays, no ranking in 2014/15)
With an epic long title and a completely unnecessary but badass-looking cardboard Mt. Skullzfyre – the sheer ridiculousness of this spell-slinging game is obvious.
I have to say that appreciation for it has grown over this year – it's really a game that feels better the more familiar your group becomes with it. Worked great for work lunch gaming.
The wizards' duel is filled with lots of mayhem and chance but also encourages adopting your tactics to circumstances and creative combination of spell effects for maximum destruction.
A great fit for medium-sized groups who are not averse to conflict and need an activity demanding Iron Maiden as background music.
6. The Grizzled (13 plays, no ranking in 2014/15)
Shifting gears completely, we go from gonzo spell duels to poignantly hard-hitting cooperative game about a group of French soldiers surviving World War 1.
While the rules can be a bit wonky to grasp, the overall feel of this game is a wonderful achievement – sad, vulnerable, often crushing but sometimes triumphant – this is a great experience, made all the more special by the sad fate of its artist.
Emotions aside – the lack of clear sharing of information allows The Grizzled to avoid the alpha-gamer problem and it delivers a real challenge for experienced players all in a tight 30-min timeframe.
5. Space Hulk: Death Angel (22 plays, #9 in 2015, #3 in 2014)
The fact that FFG will no longer be making Warhammer games is a sad one. Games like this one demonstrated that they can ace the nail-biting tension and the feeling of an overwhelming challenge by unstoppable forces that the setting is known for.
Death Angel makes for a great solo or 2-player game and a surprisingly fun 6-player option (even though all strategy flies out of the window unless you want to subject yourself to a snail-like pace caused by over-analysis). I was surprised that I enjoyed this game more this year as I came back to it many times as a dependable (and highly transportable!) source of challenge in a well-realized world. I love that even defeats feel epic and exploring these dark corridors is never dull! The expansions really help you get more out of this one. (read my review)
4. Eldritch Horror (7 plays, #4 in 2015, #1 in 2014)
With the 6 expansions now in existence – this game gained lots of weight. Even though I only own 3 of these – the setup time alone can be enough to dissuade some from trying this. The hearty 2+ hours duration is also far from breezy.
Despite that – every time I do get this game to the table – I am reminded how great it is. Its ability to reliably generate epic horror stories never ceases to amaze. The expansion content adding welcome novelty so the charms don't wear thin.
It works especially nice if you manage to find like-minded individuals to seal away elder evils with. The game asks for a lot from players but rewards those patient enough handsomely. (my review)
3. My First Stone Age (39 plays, no ranking in 2014/15)
I am not being very original here, picking the 2016 Kinderspiel De Jahres winner as my #3. I am amazed at how well the euro-mechanics were translated into an extremely simple rule set and my son adores this game as you can easily surmise from the almost 40 plays.
The large chunky components deserve a special mention and the unexpected memory component worked out much better than I have anticipated. Appealing, quick and even offering educational opportunities here and there – this one brought lots of joy to our family's gaming table in 2016.
Alan particularly enjoys teaching this game to others, reminding people that peeking under the unexplored tiles is highly unsportsmanlike 🙂
2. Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 (16 plays, no ranking in 2014/15)
Now we're getting to the heavy hitters. I consider Pandemic Legacy a triumph of originality and boldness in game design. While the consumable nature of this game is unfortunate – how many games in your collection have been played 12-24 times?
The story that develops throughout your efforts to save the world, the way the existing mechanics evolve and get more complex, the way you get attached to characters – there are so many amazing things about it.
It really gave me and my wife a memorable experience and I look forward to how this smash hit will influence the complexity and customization of stories that board games will be able to tell in 2017 and onward.I am also going to leave this link here :).
1. Lord of the Rings: Living Card Game (149 plays, #2 in 2015)
Even the awesome originality of Pandemic: Legacy couldn't omit the fact that I played the LOTR LCG almost 150 times in a scope of a year. I am an avid Tolkien fan and the world that this game creates continues to awe.
A vast number of heroes and cards to pick from, creating innumerable combinations to discover. A constantly updated set of adventures to test your mettle against. A thriving community that is fun to share and interact with. A few of my friends who share the excitement for this game. Lots made LOTR LCG the game of the year for me, but the main reason remains that by some miraculous reason it also counts as a kid-friendly game for me. I'm still not sure how my 3-year old managed to grasp majority of the rules, but he did and now I have an enthusiastic partner to share in my adventures.
The fact that most weekend mornings start with an offer to play "The Gandalf Game" make the decision to place it atop this list an easy one.
And that wraps up this list. All of these games (different as they are) brought lots of joy to me over the year and I look forward to another year of fun engaging gaming! The 2016 summary series will continue with dedicated Top-5 lists for my wife and son soon!
Board Games, top 10
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Rev. Chimesya has been the full time Prison Chaplain of CCAP Blantyre Synod for the last three years.
Prior to his time as prison chaplain he was minister at the CCAP in Chiradzulu.
Rev Chimesya has a real heart and concern for the physical as well as spiritual needs of the prisoners.
Former Blantyre Synod minister Rev Howard Taylor had a heart for Malawian prisoners. At his funeral in Glasgow in March 2013 funds were raised for the purchase of bibles for Malawian prisoners. Blantyre Synod Prison Chaplain Rev Chimesya and Mr Douglas Taylor (son) will organise the distribution. Please watch this space for more information.
The Friends of the Prison Ministry is a group of lay people from various churches who support the work of the prison ministry both practically and financially.
Most ministers have congregations who help and assist the minister and his family in their work. The prison chaplain's 'congregation' are of course unable to visit the minister and his family.
Instead the Friends of the Prison do this work. However, they also raise money for bibles, hymn books and the material needs of the prisoners. They also help with funds for fuel to allow the prison chaplain to visit many far flung prisons within the Southern Region of Malawi.
For many years, the Blantyre Synod of the C.C.A.P. recognised the importance of creating this special ministry of the people who are in the crises like the inmates/ prisoners in order to fulfil the call of Jesus in Matthew 25 where he said I was sick, a stranger, naked, hungry, thirsty, prisoner, so the prisons are full of these people therefore the ministry is there in the prisons to serve these people who are in crises by comforting, encouraging, supporting them spiritually, morally, psychologically, materially etc.
However, there was no full time Chaplain for the prisons and ministers were involved only on a part-time basis. In 2008, the Synod instituted a full time Chaplain to the prisons in order to take care of them in their spiritual and physical needs, following this ministry many inmates in various prisons have really given their lives to Jesus, life in prisons have changed with less escapees, fights, thefts, indiscipline and misconducts because of the approach we undertake to them as we do not condemn them as sinners no but most loved by God. Many spiritual activities are being done in the prisons like Choirs, dramas, overwhelming testimonies etc.
I am the second full time Chaplain to prisons. On behalf of the Synod, I would like to thank the prison officials for their continued support whenever I need them, most especially in accepting the choir groups from the prison cells to gather and worship with members of the public in various churches am so grateful to them that they continue working hard in hard with faith based groups in the spiritual transformation of the prisoners in the country prisons.
This year the Bible Society of Malawi has introduced a National Scripture Recital Extravaganza Project for all its member churches. The focus is on encouraging members to study and memorise the Bible verses for their spiritual enrichment. Members have been asked to memorise 300 Bible words. The project has also been extended to prison inmates to be championed by Blantyre Synod Prison Ministries. Following a very fruitful meeting I held with the Prison officials at the H/Q in Zomba in the month of April 2011, the Department of the Prisons welcomed the Project and promised to introduce it to all prisons. They asked Blantyre Synod to be part of the team who will be visiting the prisons to encourage the inmates to participate fully to allow them to win all prizes set for the project. Already the activities has taken its course especially at Chichiri Prison where three inmates have memorised 600 to 1,500 words from the Bible both in Chichewa and English. Very shortly upon availability of funds I intend to visit 13 prisons where I want to encourage more inmates to join the bandwagon.
A joint effort between Blantyre Synod, the CCAP Friends of the Prison Ministry, the Prison Chaplain, an individual well-wisher and St Columba CCAP has resulted in 180 bibles and 150 hymn books being distributed around six prisons. Although this recent distribution was completed on 28th June 2012, the fundraising and distribution is a continuous process. St Columba congregation donated 184,000 Mk and an individual supporter donated 170 bibles. Altogether six prisons benefitted from this work. Depending on the numbers of inmates in cells, between five and twenty bibles were donated to each cell. A single leader within each cell, who has been trained in bible study and related activities, is responsible for the use of the bibles. The prisons visited were Bvumbwe, Makande and Thyolo prisons (all in Thyolo district), Luwani prison in Neno district and Mwanza and Mulanje prisons. The 'Friends of the Prison Ministry' provided a car and funds for fuel, Blantyre Synod provided funds for the fuel to get to Mulanje prison.
In addition to the spiritual needs of the prisoners the Prison Ministry is deeply involved in providing for the physical needs of prisoners.
Moral and spiritual counselling to both male and female inmates, the old and the youth.
Assisting inmates to pursue their legal matters by directing them to Para Legal Offices.
Cheering the sick inmates in the hospital where they have been admitted and in the prison cells.
Organising church groups to visit the prisons of their choice in order to offer materials and give words of encouragement and love of God to them.
Conducting and leading regular church activities on Sunday, bringing the inmates closer to the Lord Jesus.
Conducting weekly Bible studies sessions for their spiritual growth while in the prisons.
Conducting Holy Communion sessions and Baptisms to the repentant inmates.
Donating second hand clothes, medicines, beddings, Bibles and other things through well wishers and members of Friends of Prisons.
Since last year the Blantyre Synod Prison Ministry involved itself with a group known as FRIENDS OF PRISONS BLANTYRE SYNOD. A programme of Bible Study Sessions in the prisons was launched, especially in the Southern and Eastern Regions of Malawi where there are 19 prisons. The project has successfully been completed in all prisons with funds both from Synod and members of the Friends of Prisons. Friends of the Prisons are always supporting the ministry by making monthly contributions. Thanks should be given to them and the GIDEONS INTERNATIONAL for their donations of the New Testament Bible Version to each inmate and Officers in all visited Prisons. The Bible studies and Bibles are helping them to deepen their spiritual life, growth and relationship with God, hence making them to leave a positive life to their own and their fellow friends, they are so encouraged when sharing the massage from the Holy Book as they see God as a Caring, Forgiving and Loving GOD.
We visited Dr Kim (pictured second from the right) who is working at a prison which is also a farm. Dr Kim is from South Korea and there is a very interesting agriculture and prison joint venture between the Malawi Prison Service and a Korean charitable organisation called 'Crops of Love'. We arrived at the prison (not an office as I had expected) with a nice view of a river flowing past and beyond some new school buildings. "Those were built with money raised from the sale of crops" is something like what I thought Rev Chimesya said.
Following a huge prison work of reaching the inmates in various prisons a Project Proposal asking for an assistance of funds to procure a second hand twin cab vehicle was written and sent to some well wishers in Canada (International Ministries Of Presbyterian Church Of Canada). They were touched by the work which Blantyre Synod are carrying out in the prisons and sent us 8.3 thousand USD to purchase a vehicle. We bought a NISSAN DOUBLE CABIN. I thank the International Ministries of Presbyterian Church of Canada through Ron Wallace for supporting the ministry of Prisons in the country. The vehicle has already started easing the communication and travel problems I have been facing for more than two years. The only challenge will be probably funds for gasoline (Petrol) and maintenance.


Oculus Go Store – Beta testing of the app Hi everyone!
How to render a SurfaceTexture to a Unity texture I've been trying a few different approaches to get the texture images from an android SurfaceTexture to show in a Unity texture. I'm building on an Oculus Go.
1. Creating the surfacetexture via issuepluginevent but the rawimage with this texture attached just looks like a weird button sprite.
id found a great tutorial but got lost when it told me to add a gaze pointer prefab, I couldn't find one anywhere in the oculus integration assets?
no display in Oculus rift with AMD Firepro W7000 graphic card hi I,m having Dell Precision T7500 workstation with Xeon Processor, 52 GB RAM and AMD Firepro W7000 graphic card. I'm using DP to HDMI connector for the oculus.
The problem is that when i test my scene I m able to see display in only right lence that to only white line.
Judder while viewing 3D objects/models on a Vive Focus There appears to be a significant judder when I pan my head from side to side if I try to attempt anything of significant complexity within my scene. The problem exists even if the only thing in the scene is one, single object. About the only thing that doesn't cause a judder is a simple, unanimated stock Unity model (sphere, cube, etc.). If I animate a model/object the problem becomes much worse. If I try to view a more complex model the problem becomes worse.
first of all I'm pretty much a complete beginner in unity and vr/xr development so I hope I can find some help here.
I am on a very simple project for the hololens and for that I use the mixed reality toolkit.
So my problem: I have six cubes arranged in a sphere object collection (from the mrtk).
So when I add tooltips (the tooltipspawner of the mrtk) directly to the cubes the tooltips are completely distorted.


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Travel to Tokyo, where rich tradition and pop culture coexist harmoniously. Tokyo ranks as the most populated city in the world and is a trailblazer for the latest trends in technology, fashion, and design. Set your sights on this exciting Asian metropolis and be prepared for a sensory experience unlike any other.
Why visit Tokyo
Tokyo's architecture is vast and eclectic, featuring soaring skyscrapers alongside quirky living spaces and centuries-old Imperial palaces. The buildings and religious structures tell the story of Tokyo's evolution from a small fishing village to a booming, cosmopolitan city. See these architectural forms in all their grandeur when you tour Tokyo.
Found in Tokyo's Marunouchi district is the impressive Imperial Palace, the stately primary residence of the Emperor of Japan. Discover this majestic structure and walk through the palace grounds' beautiful 17th-century parks and public gardens. Your local guide may point out that the Nijubashi Bridge in the southwest corner of the Imperial Palace Plaza is equally impressive and takes its name ("double bridge") from its reflection in the water.
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Resting amidst the forest in the shadow of the city is the Meiji Shrine, the most famous Shinto shrine in Tokyo. The shrine was built in the 1920s and is dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his royal consort. Amongst the bustle of the city, this swatch of greenery is a restful respite from a busy day on tour.
This iconic building is strikingly similar to Paris' Eiffel Tower. With its red and white latticed design and imposing size, the Tokyo Tower features cafes, restaurants, and an aquarium. Head to one of the observatories in the tower for unprecedented views of the cityscape.
Saint Mary's Cathedral
This ultra-modern religious site features a stainless-steel façade that glistens brightly in the Tokyo sun. Saint Mary's Cathedral was originally a wooden church built in 1899, but was destroyed in World War II. The new cathedral was built in 1955 and is a major symbol of the Catholic faith in Japan. Take some time to visit the seat of the Roman Catholic archdiocese of Tokyo during your travels here.
Tokyo is a bustling metropolis known as Japan's cultural hub. While Tokyo is teeming with people, it's easy to get around and see various landmarks throughout the city. Now is the time to explore this fascinating Asian capital.
Ginza District
Tokyo's Ginza District is akin to Times Square in New York City. Featuring palatial stores and several tea and coffee shops, this lively shopping area is worth taking a stroll through. In this district you can traverse Shibuya Crossing, the busiest intersection in the world!
Asakusa District
Geisha performers play an important role in Japan's traditional culture, with roots dating back before the turn of the 18th century. These female entertainers are trained in various art forms and showcase their skills during parties and special occasions. With a local expert by your side, visit Tokyo's oldest Geisha district to learn more about the practice of this storied craft.
Senso-ji
This religious Buddhist shrine, dedicated to the Bodhisattva Kannon, is the most famous in Tokyo. A walk throughout the grounds will leave you mesmerized by the vibrant colors and tales of Kannon, the goddess of Mercy. Be sure to visit the Nakamise Shopping Arcade and marvel at the 5-story pagoda.
Sumida River
See the city from the sea with a cruise along the Sumida River. This 15-mile long river runs from the eastern part of Tokyo and flows into Tokyo Bay. Travel the city via this unique scenic route and float by iconic landmarks like the Shinto shrine and Tokyo Tower.
Like the painted beauty of a geisha, or the ornate structure of a Buddhist temple, the cuisine in Tokyo is artfully prepared and time-honoured. The city offers some of the best dining and has more Michelin star restaurants than anywhere else in the world. Get a taste of Tokyo's true flavours and sample these culinary marvels.
Tea is one of the most popular beverages in Japan and is an integral part of its culinary culture. Tea ceremonies in Tokyo are carefully choreographed and tea masters spend years learning the intricacies of this sophisticated practice. Join Tokyo locals to experience a special tea ceremony in an authentic setting and learn how tea has shaped the history of this fascinating Asian city.
One of Japan's most quintessential meals is sushi. Unlike the Americanized version, most maki (roll) sushi is simple and features seaweed, vinegar rice, one type of fish, and maybe some vegetables. Guided by a local expert, you'll have the best advice for finding the best sushi. One of our favorite spots for an authentic sushi lunch is in the famous Tsukiji fish market.
If you're craving meat, be sure to try this dish. Sukiyaki is a variety of Japan's hot pot dishes, called nabemono or simply "nabe." Traditionally cooked or simmered at the table, sukiyaki consists of thin sliced beef with vegetables and soy sauce, sugar, and mirin.
These buckwheat noodles are a go-to meal in Tokyo and date back to the time of the Edo period (1603-1868) when they became popular with the Samurai. A dish of Soba comes in several varieties, but the most basic form is Mori Soba, which consists of boiled, cold Soba noodles paired with a soya based dipping sauce ("Tsuyu").
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J.B. McGraw, J.B. Turner, J.L. Chandler, and M.C. Vavrek. 2014. Disturbances as hot spots of genetic variation: A case study with ecotypes of Dryas octopetala. Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research. 46:542-547.
Disturbances as hot spots of genetic variation.
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Ecology and conservation of ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) in a changing world.
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Phylogenetic prediction of the maximum per capita population growth rate (r).
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Felix Brady's latest visual treat sees controversial French rapper Columbine trip his way through a series of mind-bending scenarios for Borderline.
Brady's increasingly signature camera trickery and playful VFX get fully exercised on this fierce performance video, which sees Columbine begin his journey into another dimension through a bucket.
Felix Brady's second video for Col3trane is another VFX-fired feat of visual ingenuity, to show he's a young director who's becoming a dab hand at bringing old school tech bang up to date.
French rapper Kobo comes to London to bring his track Baltimore to life - and director Felix Brady puts the viewer at the heart of the action in this everyday story of gangster life.
Felix Brady gets a little Rear Window in this voyeruistic clip for London producer Courage.
Felix Brady's video for Aosoon's Under features a powerful dance performance, some of it audaciously captured at well-known London locations.


People are trafficked from 127 countries and are exploited in 137 countries according to the United Nations.
However, you're probably looking at that statistic and going "but…is there anything I can do really?" As an independent small business owner, it's safe to assume that you're not a trained therapist. And even if you are, it is still a complex problem lacking an easy solution.
The good news is that you can also offer men, women, and children who have been victims of human trafficking in the past a second chance.
On today's episode I spoke to a hospice nurse, who started her own company after seeing what severe poverty really looks like in countries like Honduras, Haiti, Kenya and Ethiopia.
But the real source of motivation for Amber Runyon, Eleventh Candle's founder, was watching young children be sold like cattle in the marketplace, amongst broad daylight.
If you want your business to be a supportive environment for people who have lived in similar conditions, there's a lot you can learn from her. And if you want to support her work, donate to her charity or buy one of her candles.
Amber's favourite part of her work, the relationships that she has formed and why that is awesome to her!
Amber is a Hospice Nurse who became a social entrepreneur. She founded Legacy and Eleventh Candle Co. out of the desire to bring hope to women both in the United States and in Ethiopia who've been vulnerable to human trafficking, abuse, exploitation, and addiction.
Amber focuses on providing therapeutic work setting that allows all women a fair chance and opportunity to grow.
Eleventh Candle Co is a social enterprise local to Columbus, Ohio, that employs women who are survivors of human trafficking, exploitation, addiction and abuse to hand-make our 100% soy wax candles/melts and high-quality room sprays.
Legacy provides coaching, counselling and employment opportunities for the women in their program.
As a special thank you for tuning in to the Eleventh Candle episode of my podcast, the company's community manager wanted me to share with you a free shipping code for People Behind the Business listeners.
And the shipping code is… "Rosemary".


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Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2, a Sequel Done Right
Yesterday, I went with my friends to the movie theater to see Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2. I had came in already seeing the first installment of the series, albeit a long time ago. Guardians of the Galaxy has been by favorite installment of the ever-expanding Marvel superhero universe, not only because of the fun characters, engaging setting, and rocking soundtrack (it was one of the few soundtracks I knew that other people bought, even people who did not normally seek out and buy movie soundtracks), but because of the fact that it felt different from every other superhero movie. Rather than the cool and sleek realism of The Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy brought something warmer and cartoonish to the table. When I went to see the sequel, I came in with medium expectations. I realized that it would be difficult to live up to the greatness of the original, so I hoped for a decently well-made work that at least held a candle to the original. The sequel actually surpassed my expectations to become a fun summer movie that I would recommend to anyone who is (or isn't) a fan of the Marvel Universe already.
To start, it is not completely necessary to have seen the original to understand the events of the sequel. While it would be helpful to have background to understand the characters' established dynamic, it is not necessarily paramount. I could not remember a bit of the original Guardians of the Galaxy, but I felt just fine jumping back in. I suspect that this was a planned aspect of Guardians of the Galaxy, so that it may also possibly drag in new viewers. If the original deals with the formation of the guardians, then the sequel deals with some of the pasts of the guardians. This is a pretty logical step for the series to go; now that the group is together, the characters can be fleshed out by bringing aspects of their pasts back for them to deal with, with most of them dealing with a uniting theme of bonds and family. While the movie does feature its share of supervillan-y antagonists, I found the plots themselves relatively refreshing. The movie focused more on character interactions than a constant need to defeat the next impending threat, which I could appreciate in a superhero movie. Will it bring the viewer into a discussion of deep philosophical ideas? No, but it didn't have to.
If anything, one of the most substantial reasons to watch Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2 is its visuals. The sequel did well in taking the great visuals of the original and then developing upon them. The planet designs were especially engaging, between lush landscapes, surreal greenery, or futuristic acropoles. The makeup effects on the different alien races also deserve a mention. The sheer effort put into the visuals made the movie all the more immersive and enjoyable. The soundtrack of the movie was likely the hardest aspect to live up to the original, as the original worked in 1970s classics that were familiar to the ear and catchy enough to bring in viewers that did not know the music; however, the music was likely the most disappointing aspect of the movie. While it was a good soundtrack, it was not necessarily a great soundtrack, let alone able to live up the original's music. I understand that is to be expected, as it would be understandable that it would be harder to find a whole soundtrack of 1970s music that created the same effect as the prequel.
Overall, Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2 was a suitably satisfying sequel to the original movie with a refreshing plot and stunning visuals. The soundtrack still works well (though it does not live up to the original), and it is the perfect summer blockbuster to watch with friends and family. I will be sure to look out for the next installment of the series whenever it comes around.
Rose Smith is the blog editor of Twenty-two Twenty-eight. When she isn't writing about the world around her, she is often found listening to music, watching movies, and going on walks with her dogs.
You can find her on Instagram here and on Twitter here.


Taught by an developers with world web development experience. This course has everything you need to learn how write HTML code from scratch.
The web today is almost unrecognizable from the early days of white pages with lists of blue links. Now, sites are designed with complex layouts, unique fonts, and customized color schemes. This course will show you the basics of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS3). The emphasis will be on learning how to write CSS rules, how to test code, and how to establish good programming habits.
When done correctly, the styling of a webpage can take enhance your page. When done incorrectly the result can be worse than no styling at all. To ensure that your sites do not put up barriers for people with cognitive and/or physical disabilities, you will learn how to evaluate pages using the standardized POUR accessibility guidelines. Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to sketch a design for a given HTML page. Using that design they will use CSS to implement the design by adding fonts, colors, and layouts.


We really like the JL XD series amplifiers. They are small in size, and as they are Class D amplifiers they don't generate too much heat. They also have adjustable crossovers and thus we have the ability to tune the sound more accurately for the vehicle.
They are available in 1,2,3,4,5,6 and 8 channel varieties in 200W to 1000W total power configurations. The "odd" channel count amplifiers support a remote bass level control thus allowing the owner to easily turn up and down the bass volume depending what mood they are in.
This is Alpine's very cost effective entry level Navigation unit. It has Bluetooth, a 6.1″ screen, 4x50W amplifier, 3 pre-outs, 5 colour display.
Don't forget that we are an Alpine Excellent Partner, and thus if we supply and install this system for you, you benefit from a 2 Year warranty.
This high end Alpine unit has Bluetooth, with streaming, CD, iPod and USB. It has both front and rear USB sockets, allowing you to wire an USB socket out of sight in the glovebox for an iPod, and plug a USB device into the front when required.


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Broads Authority responds to censorship row by censoring Members
The Broads Authority's politburo has responded to the EDP's story on alleged 'gagging' of Members by instructing Members not to make any comment.
The memo from the Authority's "communications department" reassures Members that there is no intention to gag them, but that all comments relating to the Broads or the Broads Authority must be channelled through the Ministry of Propaganda.
The communiqué follows this week's high profile EDP interview with outgoing Navigation Committee Chairman and Broads Authority member Dave Pond, who highlighted the "draconian" rules at the Broads Authority which he had been forced to follow during his 7 year tenure and branded the Authority "an unaccountable quango".
Mr Pond was disciplined in 2013 for trying to respond to questions about tolls increases on the popular Broads Blog Pravda. He was also unable to comment publicly on tourism, despite being the Authority's Lead Member for Tourism.
Outgoing Authority Chairman John Stephenson denied the allegations and claimed that the policy was standard practice in non-political organisations. "We have no democratic mandate from the public, so we are not required to be accountable" he said. "The Broads Authority is independent of Government and power is vested in its Chief Executive. This is normal. The role of Members is to support the will of the Executive and to ensure that contrary views are suppressed before they escape into the public domain and gain traction."
Mr Stephenson confirmed that the communications policy had widespread support and was only opposed by a minority of Members brave enough to speak out, in addition to the Norfolk & Suffolk Boating Association, the Royal Yachting Association, the British Marine Federation, the Broads Hire Boat Federation and every MP representing the Broads area.
In a separate development, Police are investigating after a body was pulled from the River Wensum near the Novi Sad bridge, close to Yare House. Witnesses were said to have heard the words "will nobody rid me of this troublesome fish" before 4 shots were fired and a figure fell from the bridge. Dr John Pikeman is said to have taken personal charge of the investigation and an engraved bullet has been removed from the scene.
Broads National Pike journalists have confirmed that the Authority's officers are immune from external censure, with both the Local Government Ombudsman and DEFRA confirming that they will not investigate complaints from Members about the Authority or its Executive. "[Members] should pursue their concerns with the Authority" said Lord de Mauley, without a hint of irony.
Broads Hireboat Operator to Re-brand as Broads Authority
Robertsons, one of the Broads' longest established holiday companies, has announced its intention to rebrand itself as The Broads Authority.
The move follows a number of high profile collaborations between the 2 organisations including a joint presence at the London Boat Show in January and the Excel Travel Show last month. This week, the Authority launched the Robertsons Broads Eating Out Guide, which Officers are confident will be widely promoted by Robertsons' industry competitors.
A spokesman for the famous hire boat operator said "Having signed an exclusive long-term sponsorship deal with the Broads Authority, it seemed entirely natural that we should take over the name - especially since they aren't using it any more, having rebranded themselves as a National Park earlier this year."
Other Broads businesses have subsequently wondered why they weren't asked to bid for the name, but the Authority's spokesman, Dr John Pikeman, confirmed that an exhaustive protocol for ensuring best value for the public had been followed in agreeing the deal. "Robertsons asked us before anyone else did, and we said yes" he explained.
Robertsons' plans for the Authority include a TV channel, last minute discounts for late payment of tolls and wrapping the Yare House offices in a giant pirate ship mural.
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Last November I co-hosted the Food Recovery Summit, bringing businesses, non-profits, governments, and community groups together in Charleston, South Carolina to reduce the problem of wasted food. There are successful efforts underway across the country that tackle wasted food – saving money, feeding the hungry, and acting on climate change.
EPA and the US Department of Agriculture announced an ambitious national goal of reducing food loss and waste by 50 percent by 2030. To reach our goal, we will need to harness and amplify these best practices and creative thinking. This effort is a triple win for the environment, economy, and social well-being of those who are the least fortunate among us.
We worked with numerous stakeholders to gather some of the best thinking into a resulting summary we are releasing today: U.S. 2030 Food Loss and Waste Reduction Goal: A Call to Action by Stakeholders. This Call to Action records the demonstrated practices of leaders throughout the food industry, divided into the categories of production, manufacturing, retail, consumers, recovery and regulators. As its name suggests, this summary is a call to action, calling the leaders of these sectors to take the best practices, innovative ideas, and key strategies within it and, not only put them to use locally, but to scale up their efforts nationwide.
universities educating students through strategies like starting tray-less dining, offering taste tests and sharing the results of their waste audits.
Everyone has a part to play to help us reach our goal, from families to the largest food producers. The Call to Action is a first step towards creating a pathway to get us there.