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"Last week Mark Shuttleworth announced plans for Ubuntu to move away from X towards Wayland. Granted it is a long a time away, but a lot of people commended Canonical for such an important decision, which can potentially take desktop Linux to the next level (graphics wise).
"Well here is more good news, from Red Hat this time. In a post in the Fedora mailing list, Adam Jackson of Red Hat, has said that Fedora will eventually switch to Wayland."


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#ifndef CHECKHEADER_SLIB_UI_BUTTON
#define CHECKHEADER_SLIB_UI_BUTTON

#include "definition.h"

#include "view.h"

namespace slib
{

	class SLIB_EXPORT ButtonCategoryProperties
	{
	public:
		Color textColor;
		AtomicRef<Drawable> background;
		AtomicRef<Pen> border;
		AtomicRef<Drawable> icon;
		sl_bool flagFilter;
		ColorMatrix filter;

	public:
		ButtonCategoryProperties();

		SLIB_DECLARE_CLASS_DEFAULT_MEMBERS(ButtonCategoryProperties)

	};

	class SLIB_EXPORT ButtonCategory
	{
	public:
		ButtonCategoryProperties properties[(int)(ButtonState::Count)];

	public:
		ButtonCategory();

		SLIB_DECLARE_CLASS_DEFAULT_MEMBERS(ButtonCategory)

	};

	class IButtonInstance;

	class SLIB_EXPORT Button : public View
	{
		SLIB_DECLARE_OBJECT

	public:
		// 2 categories
		Button();

		Button(sl_uint32 nCategories, ButtonCategory* categories = sl_null);

		~Button();

	public:
		String getText();

		virtual void setText(const String& text, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_bool isDefaultButton();

		virtual void setDefaultButton(sl_bool flag, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		sl_uint32 getCategoriesCount();

		sl_uint32 getCurrentCategory();

		void setCurrentCategory(sl_uint32 n, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		ButtonState getButtonState();

		sl_bool isMultiLine();

		void setMultiLine(sl_bool flag, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		const UISize& getIconSize();

		virtual void setIconSize(const UISize& size, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		void setIconSize(sl_ui_len width, sl_ui_len height, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		void setIconSize(sl_ui_len size, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_len getIconWidth();

		void setIconWidth(sl_ui_len width, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_len getIconHeight();

		void setIconHeight(sl_ui_len height, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		Alignment getGravity();

		virtual void setGravity(const Alignment& align, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		Alignment getIconAlignment();

		virtual void setIconAlignment(const Alignment& align, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		Alignment getTextAlignment();

		virtual void setTextAlignment(const Alignment& align, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_bool isTextBeforeIcon();

		virtual void setTextBeforeIcon(sl_bool flag, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		LayoutOrientation getLayoutOrientation();

		virtual void setLayoutOrientation(LayoutOrientation orientation, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		virtual void setIconMargin(sl_ui_pos left, sl_ui_pos top, sl_ui_pos right, sl_ui_pos bottom, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		void setIconMargin(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_pos getIconMarginLeft();

		void setIconMarginLeft(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_pos getIconMarginTop();

		void setIconMarginTop(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_pos getIconMarginRight();

		void setIconMarginRight(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_pos getIconMarginBottom();

		void setIconMarginBottom(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		virtual void setTextMargin(sl_ui_pos left, sl_ui_pos top, sl_ui_pos right, sl_ui_pos bottom, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		void setTextMargin(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_pos getTextMarginLeft();

		void setTextMarginLeft(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_pos getTextMarginTop();

		void setTextMarginTop(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_pos getTextMarginRight();

		void setTextMarginRight(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		sl_ui_pos getTextMarginBottom();

		void setTextMarginBottom(sl_ui_pos margin, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		Color getTextColor(ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0);

		virtual void setTextColor(const Color& color, ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		Color getTextColor();

		virtual void setTextColor(const Color& color, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		Ref<Drawable> getIcon(ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0);

		virtual void setIcon(const Ref<Drawable>& icon, ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		Ref<Drawable> getIcon();

		virtual void setIcon(const Ref<Drawable>& icon, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::UpdateLayout);

		Ref<Drawable> getBackground(ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0);

		virtual void setBackground(const Ref<Drawable>& background, ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		void setBackground(const Color& backgroundColor, ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		Ref<Drawable> getBackground();

		void setBackground(const Ref<Drawable>& background, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw) override;

		Ref<Pen> getBorder(ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0);

		virtual void setBorder(const Ref<Pen>& pen, ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		Ref<Pen> getBorder();

		void setBorder(const Ref<Pen>& pen, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw) override;

		void setBorder(sl_bool flagBorder, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		ColorMatrix* getColorFilter(ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0);

		virtual void setColorFilter(ColorMatrix* filter, ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		ColorMatrix* getColorFilter();

		void setColorFilter(ColorMatrix* filter, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		void setColorOverlay(const Color& color, ButtonState state, sl_uint32 category = 0, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		void setColorOverlay(const Color& color, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

		sl_bool isUsingDefaultColorFilter();

		void setUsingDefaultColorFilter(sl_bool flag, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw);

	protected:
		Ref<ViewInstance> createNativeWidget(ViewInstance* parent) override;

		virtual Ptr<IButtonInstance> getButtonInstance();

	public:
		void setEnabled(sl_bool flagEnabled, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw) override;

		void setPressedState(sl_bool flagState, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw) override;

		void setHoverState(sl_bool flagState, UIUpdateMode mode = UIUpdateMode::Redraw) override;

	protected:
		void onDraw(Canvas* canvas) override;

		void onDrawBackground(Canvas* canvas) override;

		void onDrawBorder(Canvas* canvas) override;

		void onDrawShadow(Canvas* canvas) override;

		void onUpdateLayout() override;

		void onKeyEvent(UIEvent* ev) override;

	protected:
		UISize measureContentSize(sl_ui_len widthFrame, sl_ui_len heightFrame);

		virtual UISize measureLayoutContentSize(sl_ui_len widthFrame, sl_ui_len heightFrame);

		virtual void layoutIconAndText(sl_ui_len widthFrame, sl_ui_len heightFrame, UISize& sizeContent, UIRect& frameIcon, UIRect& frameText);

		virtual void drawButtonContent(Canvas* canvas, const Ref<Drawable>& icon, const String& text, const Color& textColor);

		const ColorMatrix* getCurrentColorFilter(sl_bool flagUseDefaultFilter);

		Ref<Drawable> getCurrentButtonBackground();

	private:
		void _invalidateButtonState();

	private:
		AtomicString m_text;
		sl_bool m_flagMultiLine;
		sl_bool m_flagDefaultButton;

		ButtonState m_state;
		sl_uint32 m_category;

		UISize m_iconSize;
		Alignment m_gravity;
		Alignment m_iconAlignment;
		Alignment m_textAlignment;
		sl_bool m_flagTextBeforeIcon;
		LayoutOrientation m_layoutOrientation;
		sl_ui_pos m_iconMarginLeft;
		sl_ui_pos m_iconMarginTop;
		sl_ui_pos m_iconMarginRight;
		sl_ui_pos m_iconMarginBottom;
		sl_ui_pos m_textMarginLeft;
		sl_ui_pos m_textMarginTop;
		sl_ui_pos m_textMarginRight;
		sl_ui_pos m_textMarginBottom;

		Color m_textColorDefault;
		AtomicRef<Drawable> m_iconDefault;
		sl_bool m_flagUseDefaultColorFilter;

		ButtonCategory* m_categories;
		sl_uint32 m_nCategories;

	};

	class SLIB_EXPORT IButtonInstance
	{
	public:
		virtual void setText(Button* view, const String& text) = 0;

		virtual void setDefaultButton(Button* view, sl_bool flag) = 0;

		virtual sl_bool measureSize(Button* view, UISize& _out) = 0;

	};

}

#endif

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaGithub


A romantic or girlie weekend, come and relax and spoil yourselves in Burgundy!
To start off, let yourselves go in the hands of our partner spa (within easy walking distance from the hotel). You can opt for an hour long massage each with eastern oils. This will help relieve stress so that both achieve real relaxation and feel fantastic.
After your session in the spa you are ready for a gastronomic journey in a local restaurant (starter + main course + dessert). This restaurant is situated in the centre of the medieval town of Auxerre. It will be a joy for the taste buds.
After the dinner make the most of your double room at the Hotel Maxime***. After a copious breakfast either in the breakfast room or your bedroom, why not wander through the cobbled stones streets in the old quayside quater or along the Yonne. All within walking distance from the hotel.


text:
#ifndef WEBRTC_MODULES_RTP_RTCP_SOURCE_RTCP_PACKET_TMMBN_H_
#define WEBRTC_MODULES_RTP_RTCP_SOURCE_RTCP_PACKET_TMMBN_H_

#include <vector>
#include "webrtc/base/basictypes.h"
#include "webrtc/modules/rtp_rtcp/source/rtcp_packet.h"
#include "webrtc/modules/rtp_rtcp/source/rtcp_utility.h"

namespace webrtc {
namespace rtcp {

// Temporary Maximum Media Stream Bit Rate Notification (TMMBN) (RFC 5104).
class Tmmbn : public RtcpPacket {
 public:
  Tmmbn() : RtcpPacket() {
    memset(&tmmbn_, 0, sizeof(tmmbn_));
  }

  virtual ~Tmmbn() {}

  void From(uint32_t ssrc) {
    tmmbn_.SenderSSRC = ssrc;
  }
  // Max 50 TMMBR can be added per TMMBN.
  bool WithTmmbr(uint32_t ssrc, uint32_t bitrate_kbps, uint16_t overhead);

 protected:
  bool Create(uint8_t* packet,
              size_t* index,
              size_t max_length,
              RtcpPacket::PacketReadyCallback* callback) const override;

 private:
  static const int kMaxNumberOfTmmbrs = 50;

  size_t BlockLength() const {
    const size_t kFciLen = 8;
    return kCommonFbFmtLength + kFciLen * tmmbn_items_.size();
  }

  RTCPUtility::RTCPPacketRTPFBTMMBN tmmbn_;
  std::vector<RTCPUtility::RTCPPacketRTPFBTMMBRItem> tmmbn_items_;

  RTC_DISALLOW_COPY_AND_ASSIGN(Tmmbn);
};

}  // namespace rtcp
}  // namespace webrtc
#endif  // WEBRTC_MODULES_RTP_RTCP_SOURCE_RTCP_PACKET_TMMBN_H_


Geduld was replaced on the field by Dewald Human during the second half, and did not return to the field. New Zealand , with plenty of injury uncertainties coming out of Dubai, have drawn hosts South Africa, Samoa and a yet-to-be-named 16th team in Pool A for the Cape Town round of the World Sevens Series next weekend.
Riley, who told Curry she goes to Warriors games with her dad, said they looked online, but the signature shoes were only sold in the boys section. When 9-year-old Riley Morrison saw that her favorite Steph Curry sneakers were only listed in Under Armour's boys' section, she took matters into her own hands.
One of the second-round picks will be sent in 2020 and the other in 2021, and they'll be sent via the Washington Wizards , according to Wojnarokski. At 10-12, the Jazz have been a disappointment so far. Korver had 22 points on 6-of-9 3-point shooting in a recent loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves .
For Australia , the latest lean run did not diminish the team's belief that it remains a good side, said star of the first T20 Marcus Stoinis. Harris has been a consistent Shield performer since shifting from Western Australia to Victoria in 2016, scoring 1951 runs at 47.58.
Speaking after the heartbreaking 8-wicket loss to England , Harmanpreet Kaur said she had "no regrets". "Given Mithali's stature and the fact that she was the player-of-the-match twice in this World Cup, she should have been there for such a big match given her experience and class", says the coach who trains the India star at the St.
Arsenal are 16 games unbeaten and they looked pumped up in training to extend that run against Bournemouth on Sunday. More has perhaps been expected of a player who cost the Gunners a fee in the region of €50million five years ago, and Emery has promised to make the most of the World Cup winner's natural ability.
The full document read: "I'm writing to you to inform about today's incidents in which Boca players suffered superficial skin injuries to their arms, legs, face and torso, with two players [those sent to hospital] reportedly suffering eye injuries which our medical team has not been able to confirm".
What Nagy did say, in response to whether he has any long-term concerns about Trubisky's shoulder was, "No". Chase Daniel is expected to start the game while his backup figures to be Tyler Bray who was activated off the practice squad on Wednesday.
The most the Blue Devils were down 16 points in the second half but led by Barrett, Zion Williamson , Cam Reddish , and Tre Jones the Blue Devils showed why they still ooze potential and can be one of the most unsafe teams in the country.
Also listed are the number of times and years the candidate has been named a semifinalist since this reduction vote was added to the Selection Committee Bylaws in 2004. Butler was not included as one of the finalists previous year. The list for the modern-era class of 2019 began at 102 and has been whittled down to 25.
According to the CBS broadcast, Smith was taken to a local hospital by ambulance. Justin Reid returned an interception 101 yards to help the Houston Texans overcome a mistake-prone Deshaun Watson and beat the Washington Redskins 23-21 on Sunday for their seventh consecutive victory.


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The Congress Experience
Ten months ago the announcement was made. Gila Rut had received the invitation of a lifetime, to present a 30 minute show at Aveda Congress 2015!
The opportunity we had been given had not been taken lightly. We knew this was a huge honor and our chance to shine in a GLOBAL ARENA. To share the stage with the leaders in our industry today! To share our story with over 3,500 Aveda professionals who had flown in from around the world!
These ten months were filled with plans and preparation. From designing the show concept to working with wardrobe and graphic designers. Photoshoots, workshops, countless hours of preparation from sketching and constructing elaborate hair sculptures and textures. Intricate make up and nail designs, every element filled with detail and commitment to the vision.
The moment had arrived, time to shine! MAIN STAGE AVEDA CONGRESS HERE WE COME!
The next 5 days were to be filled with twists and turns. From the moment we had arrived in Minneapolis, the team were committed to the project. The passion and hard work did not falter! Model call, choreography, wardrobe, rehearsals, HAIR, HAIR, HAIR! We were the first team on set everyday and the last to leave. All of which did not go unnoticed! All of which paid off in the best possible way!
This was no ordinary hair show! The teamwork and commitment to this project showed in every single element of the show. Channing Work had designed the most amazing graphics and really brought our story to life. The five, 30ft screens demanded attention and his artistry was breathtaking! Andre Soriano and Ruby Roxanne transformed our models into characters with wardrobe design that were jaw dropping! Thank you so much!
Even now as I am writing this short account of our journey I am filled with emotion! I am so proud of our team and their commitment to our show! I am so honored to have shared this journey with amazing talented teammates! Thank you for your passion and commitment, thank you for all of your support and dedication!
Andrea, Sean Robert, Ze, Andre, Christine, Eileen, Roxy, Hallie, Bettina.. Gila Rut Aveda Congress Team 2015
Last but definitely not least, Michael Abshire-Hart, my co-creative director….. what a journey! We have literally been joined at the hip the last 10 months. MYSTIC EVOLUTION was born! We did it!!…………. What's next?
Thank you Keri and Karla for the continued support and opportunities! We all feel very blessed to be part of the Gila Rut Family!
Gila Rut Aveda Salons

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaCommonCrawl


text:
Q: Got a bug while developing a Tic Tac Toe game in C++ I was developing a Tic Tac Toe game in C++ and I ended up with this bug that after chosing a position for my 'X' or 'O' to be in, the screen fills to no end with "that position is taken, please choose another one" (the text that shows by cout). I'd appreciate if some could help me out on this one.
#include <iostream>
#include <string.h>
#include <stdlib.h>
#include <windows.h>
using namespace std;
char castigator(char c[3][3]) // Checking to see if and who won
{
  if(c[0][0]=='O'&&c[0][1]=='O'&&c[0][2]=='O')
    return 'O';
  if(c[0][0]=='O'&&c[1][0]=='O'&&c[2][0]=='O')
    return 'O';
  if(c[0][0]=='O'&&c[1][1]=='O'&&c[2][2]=='O')
    return 'O';
  if(c[0][1]=='O'&&c[1][1]=='O'&&c[2][1]=='O')
    return 'O';
  if(c[0][2]=='O'&&c[1][2]=='O'&&c[2][2]=='O')
    return 'O';
  if(c[1][0]=='O'&&c[1][1]=='O'&&c[1][2]=='O')
    return 'O';
  if(c[2][0]=='O'&&c[2][1]=='O'&&c[2][2]=='O')
    return 'O';
  if(c[0][2]=='O'&&c[1][2]=='O'&&c[2][2]=='O')
    return 'O';
  if(c[0][0]=='O'&&c[1][0]=='O'&&c[2][0]=='O')
    return 'O';
  if(c[0][1]=='O'&&c[1][1]=='O'&&c[2][1]=='O')
    return 'O';
 if(c[0][0]=='X'&&c[0][1]=='X'&&c[0][2]=='X')
    return 'X';
  if(c[0][0]=='X'&&c[1][0]=='X'&&c[2][0]=='X')
    return 'X';
  if(c[0][0]=='X'&&c[1][1]=='X'&&c[2][2]=='X')
    return 'X';
  if(c[0][1]=='X'&&c[1][1]=='X'&&c[2][1]=='X')
    return 'X';
  if(c[0][2]=='X'&&c[1][2]=='X'&&c[2][2]=='X')
    return 'X';
  if(c[1][0]=='X'&&c[1][1]=='X'&&c[1][2]=='X')
    return 'X';
  if(c[2][0]=='X'&&c[2][1]=='X'&&c[2][2]=='X')
    return 'X';
  if(c[0][2]=='X'&&c[1][2]=='X'&&c[2][2]=='X')
    return 'X';
  if(c[0][0]=='X'&&c[1][0]=='X'&&c[2][0]=='X')
    return 'X';
  if(c[0][1]=='X'&&c[1][1]=='X'&&c[2][1]=='X')
    return 'X';
}
char verificare(char c[3][3], int z) //checking if the position the player wants to put his 'X' or 'O' is free and return 1 if so
{if(z==1&&c[0][0]==1)
    return 1;
 else
    return 0;
 if(z==2&&c[0][1]==2)
    return 1;
 else
    return 0;
 if(z==3&&c[0][2]==3)
    return 1;
 else
    return 0;
 if(z==4&&c[1][0]==4)
    return 1;
 else
    return 0;
 if(z==5&&c[1][1]==5)
    return 1;
 else
    return 0;
 if(z==6&&c[1][2]==6)
    return 1;
 else
    return 0;
 if(z==7&&c[2][0]==7)
    return 1;
 else
    return 0;
 if(z==8&&c[2][1]==8)
    return 1;
 else
    return 0;
 if(z==9&&c[2][2]==9)
    return 1;
 else
    return 0;
}
void mutare(char c[3][3], int t1, int t2, int z) //making the move on the board by replacing the respective position with eithre 'X' or 'O'
{if(t1==1&&t2==0&&z==1) //t1 and t2 stands for turns to chechi which player's turn is it
c[0][0]='X';
if(t1==1&&t2==0&&z==2)
c[0][1]='X';
if(t1==1&&t2==0&&z==3)
c[0][2]='X';
if(t1==1&&t2==0&&z==4)
c[1][0]='X';
if(t1==1&&t2==0&&z==5)
c[1][1]='X';
if(t1==1&&t2==0&&z==6)
c[1][2]='X';
if(t1==1&&t2==0&&z==7)
c[2][0]='X';
if(t1==1&&t2==0&&z==8)
c[2][1]='X';
if(t1==1&&t2==0&&z==9)
c[2][2]='X';

if(t1==0&&t2==1&&z==1)
c[0][0]='O';
if(t1==0&&t2==1&&z==2)
c[0][1]='O';
if(t1==0&&t2==1&&z==3)
c[0][2]='O';
if(t1==0&&t2==1&&z==4)
c[1][0]='O';
if(t1==0&&t2==1&&z==5)
c[1][1]='O';
if(t1==0&&t2==1&&z==6)
c[1][2]='O';
if(t1==0&&t2==1&&z==7)
c[2][0]='O';
if(t1==0&&t2==1&&z==8)
c[2][1]='O';
if(t1==0&&t2==1&&z==9)
c[2][2]='O';

}
char afisare(char c[3][3]) //showing the matrix and its elements
{   system("cls");
    for(int i=0;i<3;i++)
    {for(int j=0;j<3;j++)
      cout<<c[i][j]<<" ";
      cout<<endl;
    }
}
int main()
{
    char c[3][3]={'1','2','3','4','5','6','7','8','9'};
    int t1=1,t2=0,z;
         afisare(c); //showing the matrix for the first time
    while(1)
        {afisare(c);
          if(castigator(c)=='X') //if the return of the sub castigator is 'X' cout<<"The X player has won" and end the loop
          {cout<<"The 'X' player won";
           break;}
          else
            if(castigator(c)=='O')
            {cout<<"The 'O' player won";
            break;}
        cout<<"What position do you want to choose?"<<" "; // to replace with your 'X' or 'O'
        cin>>z; //getting the position
        if(verificare(c,z)==1) //checking if the position is not taken
            mutare(c,t1,t2,z); //making the move by replacing the number with either 'X' or 'O'
        else
            {while(verificare(c,z)==0)//if the position is taken it asks for another position untill it finds one that isn't taken
                cout<<"That position is taken, please choose another one"<<" ";
                cin>>z;
                if(verificare(c,z)==1)
                    mutare(c,t1,t2,z);
            }
        if(t1==1) //by now, the turn was made and if it was the t1 turn then, the next one will be to t2
            {t1=0;
            t2=1;}
        else
        {t1=1;
         t2=0;}
        }
    return 0;
}

A: You put only the cout statement in the loop where you're checking the input.
while(verificare(c,z)==0)
  cout<<"That position is taken, please choose another one"<<" ";
  // END OF THE WHILE HERE

Use curly brackets to execute multiple statement in a loop, you could leave that only if you wanna put one statement in the loop!
while(verificare(c,z)==0) {
  cout<<"That position is taken, please choose another one"<<" ";
  // STILL IN THE LOOP
}

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Together, Ziva and Intel AI are helping deliver more lifelike characters to screens of all shapes and sizes faster and more efficiently than ever before. This is AI on Intel.
Computer-generated characters in movies and games are time-consuming and expensive to create, relying on scans that take months—in some cases, even years—to accomplish. And once these characters are created, they often lack the lifelike features and behaviors you would expect given the time it takes.
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Minor nosebleeds can be caused by many things and can impact people of all ages from very young children to the elderly. Nosebleeds can be dramatic and frightening, especially for young children. Fortunately most nosebleeds are not serious and can be easily managed at home.
Most often, minor nosebleeds are caused by trauma or an injury to the nose. Trauma to the outside of the nose, from a blow to the face (during a sports activity), or trauma to the inside of the nose (from rubbing and picking) can both often initiate a nosebleed.
Less commonly, an underlying disease process can be the cause of recurring nosebleeds. If you experience repeated, frequent nosebleeds or are taking any blood-thinning medications, please consult a healthcare professional.
Nozohaem™ is a transparent nasal gel that stops nosebleeds.
Nozohaem™ can be used by adults and children from 2 years of age.
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Weapon prop painting/making designed to add quality to a costumed individual. My weapon props and arms give the proper attitude and image that a cosplayer – be that steampunk, anime, cyberpunk, or any enthusiast to the community – can appreciate to make a statement. That and they're just plain fun to play with! I "restore" anything I can find – be it toy nerf guns, crossbows, machine guns, foam melee weapons, etc… I aim to make 100% unique weapon props for 100% unique clientele.


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Q: Is it possible to style the drop-down suggestions when using HTML5 ? See here: http://jsfiddle.net/zemar
(Must use Firefox or Opera to see)
When you click on the select, the drop-down is styled to match, but if you start typing a term from the data-list in the text box the suggestions that appear aren't styled and therefore it doesn't match the rest of the styling.
Is it possible to style the drop-down?

* {margin:0; padding:0; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 40px; font-weight: bold; color: #444;}
body {height:100%; background:#F4F3EF;}
.select select, .input input {background: transparent; width: 220px; overflow:hidden; height: 65px; padding-left: 5px;
    padding-bottom: 5px; -webkit-appearance: none; -moz-appearance:none; appearance:none; border:none; cursor:pointer;}
.select select {padding-top: 5px;}
.select, .input {float:left; width: 220px; height: 65px; margin-right: 20px; overflow: hidden; background: #ddd;
    border: 1px solid #ccc;}

    <select id="count">
            <option value="1">A</option>
            <option value="2">A pair of</option>
            <option value="3">A few</option>
            <option value="4">Four</option>
    </select>

        <input type="text" id="query" list="ingredients" placeholder="lamb"></input>
        <datalist id="ingredients">
            <option value="lamb">
            <option value="beef">
            <option value="chicken">
            <option value="fish">
            <option value="vegetarian">
        </datalist>

A: From the best of my knowledge you cannot style the <datalist> tag. I recommend using the JQuery extension autocomplete. So you're need to include JQuery in your html document. here is a link hosted by Google: See here

Javascript:
$(document).ready(function() {
    var arrayOfOptions = [
        "Option 1",
        "Option 2",
        "etc"
    ];

    $("#input").autocomplete({source: arrayOfOptions});
});

note: not tested code!
Source: http://jqueryui.com/autocomplete/
You can style this similarly to how you style a nav. Here are some classes you can style:
.ui-autocomplete span.hl_results {background-color: #ffff66;}
.ui-autocomplete-loading {} //the object while it's loading (in the event of Ajax, in this case would not need this one
.ui-autocomplete {
    max-height: 250px;
    overflow-y: auto;
    overflow-x: hidden;
    padding-right: 5px;
}

.ui-autocomplete li {font-size: 16px;}
html .ui-autocomplete {
    height: 250px;
}

A: Styling datalist with CSS only is not possible across browsers.
Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome and Edge apply basic styling to the input[list] element, but neither to datalist, nor to its option child elements.
See CodePen example.
Citing from MDN "Styling HTML forms – the ugly":

Some elements simply can't be styled using CSS. These include: all advanced user interface widgets, such as range, color, or date controls; and all the dropdown widgets, including <select>, <option>, <optgroup> and <datalist> elements.

A very common way to circumvent this UI limitation is to provide a JavaScript based widget, that falls back to the HTML5 input+datalist combination for users which have JS disabled.


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Darrell Taylor won't be working out during the 2020 NFL Combine
Michael Wayne Bratton | 11 months ago
Every offseason, draft hopefuls from across the country descend on the NFL Combine hoping to improve their stock by showcasing their physical attributes for the NFL scouts and player personnel staff members from each and every league team.
While Darrell Taylor will be on hand for the 2020 NFL Combine, which began Monday, the former standout Tennessee linebacker and Volunteer pass rush specialist won't be doing any physical activity as he continues to rehab from an offseason surgery.
NFL Media's Tom Pelissero was the first to report that Taylor would not be participating in the workouts at the NFL Combine as the former Tennessee linebacker is not physically ready to go following his surgery.
If you missed the news a few weeks ago, Taylor announced he played the final 13 games of his college career with a stress fracture in his foot. Despite the setback, Taylor still managed to rack up 16.5 sacks in the two seasons he played in Jeremy Pruitt's defensive system. Taylor also had 21 tackles for loss and 82 overall tackles during that time.
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Building a parade float can be intimidating the first time. With our simple, easy-to-follow guide, you'll have all the basic knowledge you need to build the best parade float in town.
Your first step is to find an appropriate vehicle. Parade floats may be built on trailers, trucks, cars, wagons — almost anything that can move — and most floats take advantage of a vehicle with a flat platform, such as a truck bed or trailer. A float built on a trailer will likely be pulled by a small tractor or truck, and these should be incorporated into the decorative scheme of the float.
Your next concern is a place for construction. If several floats are to be built, the construction site should be a large, open building with doors large enough that floats can exit without hazard.
A space without roof support posts is preferable for taller floats. Airplane hangars are ideal for large, elaborate floats, and lumberyard buildings usually offer ample space and a good supply of framework materials.
Too often, the intended visual effect is diminished because a float's design sticks too closely to the practical outlines of the vehicle at its base. Instead, try to mask the underpinnings completely by varying the overall shape, working in curves and swirls, and developing an imaginative topside form.
Almost every float has a main focal point: the place where personalities ride, where a massive emblem is mounted, or where an animated figure goes through its paces. The upper levels of the float should be shaped to lead the eye to this point.
Floats should be symmetrical, since sidewalk-bound onlookers will only get to see them from one side. Be sure to make allowances for wheel clearance, suspension and turning radius. Inspect the parade route beforehand to consider any bumps or depressions that might cause your float's overhangs to scrape the street.
If your float is on a truck, keep flammable material away from the exhaust line. You might want to rig an extension to carry exhaust beyond the overhang, or wrap any exposed exhaust pipe to avoid potential burns.
Once you have established your design, build an outline with plain, light lumber, cut into shape and fastened securely with nails or bolts to the trailer bed. When your basic shape is set, plywood or wallboard should be securely mounted to create a flat surface. If your float will feature a human element, platforms must be included and you must provide unobtrusive braces for float riders to hold on to. If several riders populate the float, they should be placed at different levels, highest at the rear and center.
Next, round out the shape by forming curves and hollows. If your float has exposed surfaces made from wood, plaster or any other material, they should be painted before any finishing material is added. You could also sprinkle glitter over the freshly painted surfaces to add a sparkle effect.
Now attach finishing materials to complete the look.
The word "float" refers to the illusion of floating, and this is created by lining the bottom edge with fringe, which should hide the wheels and flow gently in the breeze.
Floral sheeting is a longstanding parade float essential, which is made of a layer of shiny vinyl material with flower-shaped petals glued to it for texture. To outline and emphasize shapes, garland twist can be used. You could also wrap objects in vinyl film for color and decoration.
All of these materials can be attached to your float using a variety of methods. Two-sided tape works wonders, and hook-and-loop fasteners can be used if you're planning on reusing the frame you built for multiple events. If you're attaching materials directly to a vehicle, magnetic strips are perfect since they won't leave residue behind when removed.
All of these materials and fasteners can be purchased right here at Victory Corps.
If you've followed these instructions, and planned around any potential obstacles you might face, then your float should now be ready for its grand procession.
The information in this article comes from Vaughn's Parade and Float Guide by L.F. Vaughn.
Celebration is a fundamental aspect of humanity, and we can find evidence of this dating back to the beginning of recorded history. The parade has been linked to this for almost as long.
The first recorded reference to a parade might be a quote from Khakaure Senusret III, an Egyptian Pharaoh who ruled in the nineteenth century B.C. The quotation is a reference to the Abydos Passion Play, which dates back to around 2500 B.C. This religious play included a celebratory procession, or, as we would call it in modern times, a parade.
Evidence of parades can also be found across ancient civilizations such as Babylon, Greece and Rome, and parades were a mainstay in Medieval Europe.
The first parade in the United States was the procession of George Washington in 1789, in which Washington was boated to New York to become the first President of the United States. Ten years earlier, when the colonies were still under British occupation, approximately 400 Irish soldiers marched in New York and shortly thereafter abandoned Britain to join the American Revolution. This march became the beginning of a longstanding tradition, the St. Patrick's Day parade.
By the 1950s, the world's largest manufacturer of parade float kits and supplies was Vaughn Displays, Inc., which was later renamed to Victory Corps. To this day, Victory Corps maintains its legacy as a world-class provider of parade supplies.


I'm fussy about my cleansers. They have to feel fresh and zingy on my skin. They have to leave my skin squeaky clean and soft, with no residue and no tightness. I prefer them to foam but I'm not so fussy about their smell. My skin is oily, blemished, sensitive and prone to redness. Yuk. So my top criteria is that the cleanser will truly cleanse my skin, gently but firmly.
As it's a cream cleanser, it doesn't foam, it just slides gently over your skin. This is where it starts to go wrong for me. Don't get me wrong, it feels delicious. But it doesn't feel like it's really doing anything. I like my cleansers to make my skin tingle with cleanliness, as if I'm dredging off all the cr*p that's accumulated on my skin during the day. But this cleanser feels more like I'm adding yet more stuff to my skin.
And then it won't wash off easily. If you follow the bottle instructions to "rinse with warm and pure water" you will be left with a greasy residue. To wash off thoroughly, I find myself scrubbing my face with a flannel whilst running my fingers over my face to see if it's all off. For my blemish and redness-prone skin, this is a Bad Thing.
That said, once I've toned and moisturised, my skin does feel clean and soft. So maybe the cleanser is doing more for my skin than I give it credit for. So the moral of the story is… If you like luxurious, delicately scented cream cleansers, then you will love this product.
As for me, my search for my perfect cleanser continues.
Thanks for your review Zoe, this available at Appuru for £22.00. Anyone else try Antipodes skincare?
I've never tried it but anything with Patchouli in is a winner for me, Im addicted to the smell.
Good Evening Sultry – The night cream has the same decadent smell and when I use it I can smell my face until I fall asleep!
Hello Jan – Zoe is a fantastic friend and a great writer and I'll be asking her to do more beauty reviews in the future. It's a shame this cleanser doesn't lather up because it would be amazing.
Thanks for stopping by gorgeous blogging buddies!
Hmmmmm it amazes me you don't want any cleanser unless it's foaming with the intention to strip your skin so it feels 'squeaky clean ! and you wonder why you have oily blemished skin ! The foaming part of any cleanser is usually the ingredient sodium lauryl sulfate or sodiul laureth sulfate, this is a terribly irritating ingredient and will strip your skin giving that 'squeaky clean feeling' but what it actually does is it tells your skin to produce more seabum because you have stripped it! maybe you should give a cleanser that doesn't strip your skin by choosing a non foaming product,it may leave a slight film on your skin but you can bet, your skin won't be crying out to produce more oil !
Hi Lynne! – Thanks for your comments and information I will certainly pass them on to Zoe!


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Zi Shan Kow
Male South Asian caller says he's female Chinese S'pore police officer, but can't pronounce own name
When asked to repeat his name, he said, "I can give you my Singapore ID and police photo, no need to worry, sister."
Zi Shan Kow | November 19, 2021, 06:35 PM
A woman, likely a Singaporean, turned the tables on scammers by making them look like fools and recording their antics on video.
A three-minute clip of a WhatsApp phone call between a supposed scam caller and a woman was shared to the Facebook page Beh Chia Lor.
Asked for bank details
One minute into the call, the woman started recording the conversation with another mobile phone.
The male voice on the line was heard asking the woman, "Please tell me, you are using Visa card, Mastercard, or normal card - which one you are using?"
The woman evaded the question, and asked him in response: "No, no, you are calling from where?"
"I am calling from CID, Criminal Investigation Department of Singapore, sister," he replied.
The display picture of the caller was an image of Deputy Commissioner of Police (Investigation & Intelligence), Florence Chua, who is also the first woman the head the CID.
Unable to pronounce his own name
When asked for his full name, the caller replied with a Chinese-sounding name but pronounce it in a strong South Asian accent.
Perhaps realising he was not convincing with his pronunciation when the woman asked him to repeat his name, he replied, "I can give you my Singapore ID and police photo, no need to worry, sister."
"Repeat your name again," the woman insisted, "because this is a Chinese name, but you sound Indian, and you sound overseas."
In response, he offered to send her his details again instead of disclosing them verbally.
Then, he threatened to halt her mobile banking if she did not provide her banking details.
"Okay, go ahead, okay thank you very much, bye, bye, bye," said the woman as she cut him off before hanging up.
Receiving calls with +65 prefix
If you receive a call with a +65 prefix in the caller ID, be aware that it is an overseas call.
There is a high chance that it is a scam call from abroad, spoofing a local number.
"The public should not pick up such calls if they are not expecting anyone calling from overseas," according to the Ministry for Communications and Information.
In August, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) warned members of the public to be wary of scam callers who claim to be officers from government agencies.
According to ICA, no government agency will request for personal details or transfer of money over the phone or through automated voice machines.
Top images by Beh Chia Lor/Facebook and Pickawood/Unsplash.


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Umerkot (City)
Article Upload Date: 2017,Jan 16
UmerKot is one of the historical place within Sindh. UmerKot is also known as AmerKot. The name AmerKot was given to this place, because it was built and structured by a Sikh leader Amer Singh. He was the one who founded this city and also built a fort here.[1] sindhi - dunya.com UmerKot Fort usually was a property of Hindu Family. UmerKot fort was a Hindu State in Muslims Rule back in back decades.Umerkot (Urdu: عُمركوٹ, Sindhi:عمرڪوٽ), formerly known as Amarkot, is a town in Umerkot District in the Sindh province of Pakistan. The city is well connected with the other large cities like Karachi, the provincial capital and Hyderabad.[2] www.umerkot - gos.pk
City Council: Municipal Committee
Type: Town in Umerkot District
Local Language Name: Sindhi,Dhatki , Balochi , Urdu and Punjabi
Province: Sindh
Coordinates : 25.3614°N 69.7436°E
District: Umerkot District
Website: www.umerkot.gos.pk
Region: Sindh
Official Language: Urdu
Native Language: Sindhi
Other Languages: Urdu,Sindhi,English
Government Type: Municipal Committee
Total Population: 2,065,590 (2015)
Time zone: PKT (UTC+05:00)
Dialing code: 238
Vehicle registration: Three letters beginning with U and random four numbers
Most famous folk story of Sindh Umer-Marvi is also a part of this great fort. The fort is a great asset of history, which explains its history by itself. Today, the fort is almost destroyed and it really needs an attention of current rulers. It is believed that the Fort is around 800 Years old. Some sources explained that the Fort was built even more than 1000 years ago.Great Mughal Emperor Akbar was also born in UmerKot on October 15, 1542. UmerKot has many histories which are buried within it. A Museum has also been built at the Fort. The Fort has also a mosque built by side of a Temple.[3] umerkot - historical-asset The province was ruled by Sodha clan of Hindu Rajputs. The city held prominence during the Mughal Empire and the British Raj. Mughal Emperor Akbar was born in Umerkot 14 October 1542 when his father Humayun fled from the military defeat at the hands of Sher Shah Suri.[4] Humayun - Gulbadan Begum Rana Prasad, the Sodha Rajput ruler of Umerkot, gave him refuge.[5] Part 10 - birth Akbar Later on, Akbar brought northwestern India, including modern day Pakistan under Mughal rule.
Princely State
There is a hoof mark at the entrance of the Umerkot Fort, an imprint of something that had happened there many years ago. The mark is from the mare of Rana Ratan Singh Sodha, a former ruler of the area, who revolted against the British and was charged with treason and hanged at this very fort in the 1850s.When the Rana was being taken to the gallows prepared for him atop a new and high platform overlooking the entire city, his mare (perhaps sensing something terrible was about to happen) went berserk at the entrance and banged into the bastion wall. In its frenzy it kicked quite high and one of its hoofs even damaged a bit of the wall. That the mark that you still find there today.Before 1947, the present day Umerkot was a princely state named Amarkot, ruled by Sodha clan of Hindu Rajputs. It joined Pakistan due to being surrounded by Pakistan and the population of Sindh Valley, while population of India was 400 km away across the desert.[6] www - dawn.com
Tharparkar Desert
After being on the run for about six months he was finally captured. The punishment for disloyalty was death but Rana was pardoned by Queen Victoria after some lobbying by his influential Hindu friends. But Rana rejected the pardon and chose to die as a rebel rather than, as he said, face his people as a coward. He said he had done what he did for his people and was not ashamed of having committed any crime in that cause.Upon the platform in the middle of the fort, Rana Ratan Singh was asked his last wish. Rana only had one. Untie my hands, he said. Then Rana raised his hands to his face, fixed his moustache by twirling both its ends and said he was ready. Hung from the gallows until death, his lifeless form could be seen from all over Umerkot, exactly what the British wanted, in order to make an example of him and instill fear in the hearts of the people. Minutes after his death, his mare, which had collapsed after its initial reaction at the fort entrance, died too.[7] Desert - dawn.com
Interesting Points
Umerkot has many sites of historical significance such as Akbar's birthplace at Umarkot Fort
There is an ancient temple, Shiv Mandir, Umerkot
The story of Umar Marvi is that Marvi was a young Thari girl abducted by then-ruler, Umar, who wanted to marry her because of her beauty. Upon her refusal she was imprisoned in the historic Umerkot Fort for several years. Because of her courage, Marvi is regarded as a symbol of love for one's soil and homeland.[8] news - 1176551
The city has more than 100 schools, 20 colleges and one polytechnic college.
Population Census 1972-09-16
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Life in Mumbai is often described as fancy and why shouldn't it be called so. The hub of India's biggest film fraternity, the centre of country's commerce, the home too many eminent business houses, Mumbai is jittery yet delights in its glitters. The land of unlimited dreams, this Mayanagri is absolutely a place that every travel should see to witness paradoxes. Now, we know, it is not possible for every one of us to sit in a sky bar and sip of expensive spirits or dine in a showy restaurant while enjoying the bird eye of the Marine Drive or Gateway of India. BUT, this doesn't we need to miss out on the best of Mumbai city. Here's a list of top ten affordable things that one must experience in Mumbai.
If you are in Mumbai, you have to see this giant and gorgeous bridge called Bandra-Worli Sea Link. Officially called Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, this is the first cable-stayed bridge to be constructed over the open sea in India. The gigantic bridge reduces the travel time between Bandra and Worli from 60-90mins to 20-30mins. It has become a prominent landmark and a symbol of accomplishment on the face of Mumbai. If you are in the city you have to try taking the ride over it. Crossing the toll will cost about Rs.50 in a car and a day pass shall cost nothing more than Rs 150.
Ok so Essel World and Water Kingdom is obviously on each travellers' itinerary. For a fun-filled day, these two destinations are perfect, I mean an adventurist and fun loving person can go crazy all day splurging into water and taking countless big rides and all this at a cost of Rs.1500 (including entry fee to Essel World and Water Kingdom).
Home to India's biggest film industry, Film City is one of the most popular places in Mumbai. Situated at a short distance from Mumbai in Goregaon, Film City is everything that you have fancied: large studios, fancy set ups, superstars etc etc. For a tour of film city you need to pay a small sum of Rs.500 and that's not at all bad for all the stuff you are going to see here!
Ferry down to the green island from Gateway of India, where the 7th century rock-cut caves await for you to be explored. Displaying an excellent artistic skill, these rock cut caves are absolutely a must see in Mumbai. The fine sculptures that of Hindu gods and goddess makes the place quite interesting. The entry fee for the caves is only Rs.10 and the ferry ride costs minimum Rs.30 and maximum Rs.150 (for luxury boats).
Rated as one of the best racecourses in Asia, the Mahalaxmi Racecourse was built in 1883 inspired by Caulfield Racecourse in Melbourne, Australia. Horse racing is held at the racecourse from November to the end of April, on Sunday and Thursday afternoons. Towards the end of the season, races are held on Saturday and Sunday. The Indian Derby, which takes place in February, is the major occasion there. The inner lane of the main racing track is open to everyone for walking or jogging, during certain times in the mornings and evenings. Enjoy innovative food and drinks at the classy Tote on Turf bar and restaurant.
This is going to be pretty hectic but it is truly worth it! The Colaba to Borivali bus ride is the longest bus ride that you could opt for but it is capable of offering you several flavours of Mumbai. The A-76 Express as it is called; this BEST bus ride is in an AC vehicle passes through Mukesh Ambani's $2 billion castle in the air – Antilla; the Bandra-Worli Sea link; the Bandra reclamation; the jam-packed Western Express Highway; the airport's fancy Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower (second highest in India) and a whole lot of other interesting places. The bus ticket costs only Rs.120.
Shopaholics this is your paradise in your very own Mumbai city! From trendy clothes to antiques, Colaba Causeway Market is a place to hit in Mumbai if you wish to buy some good stuff at affordable prices. The wide range and the thing for bargain can get you some excellent deals here.
Situated near the Colaba Causeway Market, Café Mondegar or Mondys as it is affectionately called by its regular visitors is a fabulous place to get drunk and enjoy some good food. The unchanged interior and pretty much the same menu for almost a decade now, Mondys let its loyal ones keep coming back again and again. You as a newbie are likely to become a fan of this place to with its comparatively cheaper rates and vibrant ambiance.
Lose yourself under the starry sky and learn the mysteries of our universe when you travel to Mumbai. The Nehru Planetarium is an interesting place for those seeking all together a new experience. Offering shows and exhibitions that impart knowledge on our solar system, galaxy and our universe, this place is no less than a world of wonder. In order to cut more on your budget, you can reach here by taking a BEST bus.
Also known as Sanjay Gandhi National Park, this wildlife reserve is no exotic place but a decent place to take your kids to. What makes this place interesting is its accessibility within the limit of a metropolitan city. You can pack picnic lunch and enjoy a lovely family outing at a minimum budget here.
So, now you know that you need not have ample of money to enjoy life in Mumbai. Proper planning, little smartness and determination can help you see the best face of the city. We hope, this list of top ten affordable things was helpful to you. To get further assistance on how to make your trip to Mumbai exciting you can seek our help at info@tourmyindia.com, you can also give us a call on +91-8744012086/88.


Feel renewed in the Welling Festival. Align your mind, body and spirit to be reborn fresh and healthy. The festival is jammed packed with interesting items such as Mantra Lounge, Pop up Temple, Ceremony Space, Wellbeing Spa, Silent Disco, Inspiral Cafe and more. Parts of the festival include a one of a kind music and interactive live experiences. Not to forget, 200 exhibitors and therapist to help in the healing of mind, body and spirit.


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Hertfordshire Constabulary
'Predatory' Herts Police officer dismissed over relationship with vulnerable victim
"Police who abuse their position for sexual purpose have no place in the police service"
Adam MaySenior Reporter
Nicholas Musto (Image: Hertfordshire Constabulary)
A police officer has been dismissed after lying about how an 11-year relationship with a vulnerable woman he met through his role in the force started.
The decision follows an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) and a subsequent police disciplinary panel hearing.
The IOPC concluded a nine-month investigation in June 2019 and provided a copy of the investigative report and findings to Hertfordshire Constabulary.
The force agreed with the findings that PC Nicholas Musto, 51, had a case to answer for gross misconduct and arranged for an independent panel to assess the evidence against him. This was for alleged breaches of standards of professional behaviour in relation to honesty and integrity and discreditable conduct.
PC Musto had previously pleaded guilty to misconduct in public office at Peterborough Crown Court on July 2, 2020, in connection with an 11-year relationship he had with a woman he met through his role as a police officer.
He was sentenced to 15 months in prison on July 17, 2020.
His behaviour in the case had been described as 'predatory'.
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On Monday (September 21), the disciplinary panel found the officer lied during misconduct proceedings in 2013 as to how the relationship began and that the relationship was inappropriate given that the officer was, or should have been, well aware of the woman's vulnerabilities.
PC Musto was dismissed without notice as a result.
A statement from the IOPC said: "Our investigation examined how the relationship started, the appropriateness of the relationship and whether the officer lied during an internal Hertfordshire Constabulary disciplinary Investigation in 2013.
"During our investigation the officer was arrested and interviewed. Our investigators examined data from mobile phone records, police logs and around 1,900 pages of police and medical documentation, as well as interviewed the woman, police and civilian witnesses."
In 2013, Hertfordshire Constabulary investigated PC Musto's relationship with the woman. A misconduct meeting was then held during which the officer claimed the relationship began after a series of chance encounters in 2013 rather than when he first met her in 2007 after she reported being a victim of crime.
Hertfordshire Constabulary found the allegation of discreditable conduct was not proven and PC Musto faced no disciplinary action for the relationship.
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At the time, it was accepted that the officer had not exploited the mental health vulnerabilities of the woman and equally did not use his position as a police officer to further the relationship. The 2013 misconduct proceeding did not obtain an account from the woman.
Extensive evidence gathered by the IOPC investigators from the woman's family members, other police officers and the woman's medical records contradicted PC Musto's account, indicating they were in a relationship immediately after they met in 2007. This was admitted by his guilty plea at court.
Interim regional director Graham Beesley said: "PC Musto exploited a vulnerable woman for his own purpose and has subsequently been dismissed. He came into contact with her as the victim of crime in 2007 and she had complex needs, which PC Musto was aware of.
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"Several years later, in 2013, when PC Musto was confronted by Hertfordshire Constabulary regarding the inappropriate relationship, he lied about it. Hertfordshire Constabulary accepted PC Musto's version of events and he continued to be in a relationship with the woman for five more years.
"Police who abuse their position for sexual purpose have no place in the police service. The public expect and deserve to have trust and confidence in their police.
"When a police officer abuses their position for a sexual purpose, this represents a fundamental betrayal of the public and the values for which the police service stands. Such behaviour amounts to serious corruption and those who abuse their position have no place in the service."


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Toma Tudoran (ur. 12 kwietnia 1903 w Jassach, zm. w 1975) – rumuński jeździec, uczestnik Igrzysk Olimpijskich w 1936 w Berlinie. Na igrzyskach olimpijskich wystąpił w skokach przez przeszkody, których nie ukończył.

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Rumuńscy jeźdźcy
Urodzeni w 1903
Zmarli w 1975
Rumuńscy olimpijczycy
Uczestnicy Letnich Igrzysk Olimpijskich 1936
Ludzie urodzeni w Jassach


DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa Department of Transportation has re-opened the southbound lanes of Interstate 35 at the Northwood exit. They did that at noon Monday.
The northbound lanes of I-35 will remain closed. The Iowa DOT is working with the Minnesota DOT to coordinate the openings to ensure a safe flow of traffic. They hope to re-open northbound I-35 sometime Monday afternoon.
Snow plows were pulled from roads Sunday night amid blizzard conditions. Sgt. Nathan Ludwig says the Iowa State Patrol and Iowa DOT had hoped to open I-35 by the morning commute Monday, but it wasn't safe to do so. Troopers in northern Iowa saw drifts of snow from eight to ten feet tall covering the roads.
Truck stops and rest stops have been packed as travelers wait for conditions to improve enough for the interstate to be completely re-opened.
The Iowa State Patrol has covered at least 100 crashes and assisted 425 motorists since 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
Stay up to date with current road conditions from the Iowa Department of Transportation here.


Flower Christmas trees! Say what? Yes! Tired of tinsel? Bored of baubles? Want a fresh idea for decorating your tree this year? Well, look no further than flowers – because the floral Christmas tree trend is, well, trending!
Here are some fun, festive and inspiring examples.
The first one, by One Sweet Day in May, uses the idea of a flat lay of fresh flowers on a wall. Not only does this look effective, but laying all the elements out like this does keep the costs down as opposed to creating a 3D floral tree. This would be such a cute display for a Christmas party or event but it is pretty special, to be enjoyed for only a day or two.
Then to the high end, the Christmas tree of my dreams. Entirely made of pretty pink, purple and cream fresh roses. Who could envision and create such a masterpiece? Dior of course!
Now, I quite love this fun and festive example. It really bright and the colours say happy holidays to me. Great for the summer party house. This tree was made using all artificial flowers but you could use fresh flowers for a more authentic, albeit less permanent, effect.
This Christmas tree design is so feminine and pretty. It uses large paper flowers and artificial blooms together with festive decorations in white, pale pink and gold, but I would scatter a few fresh blooms instead. I'd recommend adding a little vile of water to the stems to keep them hydrated.
Again, on the large inspiring scale. Check out these amazing Christmas trees made from red poinsettia plants. They are so wonderfully striking aren't they? They really say Christmas!
A great inexpensive DYI option for adding flowers to your Christmas tree is this example with gypsophila scattered throughout. You wouldn't really even need to add water viles to the gypsophila as it looks great dried out. So you could scatter stems through out the tree and they will last as long as the decorations.
I just love this Christmas tree created with all green foliages including natives. Red pin-cushions and lime green chrysanthemums are scattered through out to look like traditional baubles. This tree not only looks amazing but with the eucalyptus foliage it would smell divine too!
This tree has used all fresh orchid plants to amazing effect. A very clever way to use fresh orchids and make sure that they last also. The mix of colours and orchid varieties is simple gorgeous.
I hope this has given you some fresh ideas for decorating with flowers at Christmas time. The traditional tree will never be the same! Which flower tree was your favourite?


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Q: Serializable range deadlocks Help required on an inherited deadlock problem!
The code given below appears to have been written some time back, in an attempt to address contention issues around the assigning of new ID values on a much larger/fatter [IDs] parent table, by first creating the identity values in a smaller [ID_Stub] table. However, the presence of continued deadlocks indicates that this code appears to be causing more problems than it is solving.
We frequently experience deadlocks around an INSERT statement on the following table (table and column names have been obfuscated). The table has no triggers or foreign key dependencies, but has a clustered and a non-clustered index as follows.
CREATE TABLE dbo.ID_Stub (
ID int IDENTITY(1,1) NOT NULL,
IDReference nchar(25) NULL,
AdditionalID int NULL,
CreatedBy int NOT NULL,
CreatedOn datetime NOT NULL,
CONSTRAINT PK_ID_Stub PRIMARY KEY CLUSTERED (ID) WITH
(
    PAD_INDEX = OFF,
    STATISTICS_NORECOMPUTE = OFF,
    SORT_IN_TEMPDB = OFF,
    IGNORE_DUP_KEY = OFF,
    ONLINE = OFF,
    ALLOW_ROW_LOCKS = ON,
    ALLOW_PAGE_LOCKS = ON,
    FILLFACTOR = 90
)
);
GO

CREATE NONCLUSTERED INDEX idx_IDReference ON dbo.ID_Stub (IDReference) WITH
(
    PAD_INDEX = OFF,
    STATISTICS_NORECOMPUTE = OFF,
    SORT_IN_TEMPDB = OFF,
    DROP_EXISTING = OFF,
    ONLINE = OFF,
    ALLOW_ROW_LOCKS = ON,
    ALLOW_PAGE_LOCKS = ON,
    FILLFACTOR = 70
);
GO

The table contains an average of around 70,000 rows at any one time (a process runs to trim the number of records nightly).
The default instance transaction isolation level is READ COMMITTED, however this is overridden (in the stored procedure where the deadlocks occur) to SERIALIZABLE, along with an implicit transaction. Unfortunately, we cannot consider moving to an optimising locking strategy such as RCSI at this stage.
The whole implicit transaction has been given below for completeness, but the deadlocks are occurring around the final INSERT statement on ID_Stub towards the end.
SET TRANSACTION ISOLATION LEVEL SERIALIZABLE;
BEGIN TRANSACTION

-- If a reference has been provided...
IF ISNULL(@IDReference, '') > ''
BEGIN
    IF @ID IS NULL
    BEGIN
        -- Attempt to locate record based on provided reference.
        SELECT @ID = MAX(ID)
        FROM dbo.IDs I
        WHERE I.IDReference = LTRIM(RTRIM(@IDReference))
        AND I.CreatedBy = @CreatedBy
        AND I.AdditionalID = @AdditionalID

        IF @ID IS NULL
        BEGIN
            -- If there is no corresponding record, the subsequent ID creation after the stub failed.
            SET @OriginallyCreated =
            (
                SELECT MAX(CreatedOn)
                FROM dbo.ID_Stub IDS
                WHERE IDS.IDReference = LTRIM(RTRIM(@IDReference))
                AND IDS.CreatedBy = @CreatedBy
                AND IDS.AdditionalID = @AdditionalID
            );

            -- Delete the stub record if created more than 90 seconds ago.
            IF @OriginallyCreated IS NOT NULL
            BEGIN
                IF DATEDIFF(s, @OriginallyCreated, GETDATE()) < 90
                    SELECT @FailureMessage = 'The ID for reference ' + RTRIM(@IDReference) + ' is still being processed.  Please try later.';
                ELSE
                    DELETE dbo.ID_Stub
                    WHERE IDReference = LTRIM(RTRIM(@IDReference))
                    AND CreatedBy = @CreatedBy
                    AND AdditionalID = @AdditionalID;
            END
        END
    END
    ELSE
    BEGIN
        IF NOT EXISTS
        (
            SELECT ID
            FROM dbo.IDs I
            WHERE I.ID = @ID
            AND I.CreatedBy = @CreatedBy
        )
            SELECT @FailureMessage = 'You have no record stored against the supplied ID (' + RTRIM(CONVERT(Char, @ID)) + ')';
        ELSE
            IF NOT EXISTS
            (
                SELECT ID
                FROM dbo.IDs I
                WHERE I.ID = @ID
                AND I.IDReference = @IDReference
                AND I.CreatedBy = @CreatedBy
            )
                SELECT @FailureMessage = 'The ID does not match the reference you supplied.';
        END
END
ELSE -- No ID Reference provided.
BEGIN
    IF @ID IS NOT NULL
    BEGIN
        IF NOT EXISTS
        (
            SELECT ID
            FROM dbo.IDs I
            WHERE I.ID = @ID
            AND I.CreatedBy = @CreatedBy
        )
            SELECT @FailureMessage = 'You have no record stored against the supplied ID (' + RTRIM(CONVERT(Char, @ID)) + ').';
    END
END

IF @FailureMessage <> ''
BEGIN
    ROLLBACK;
    RETURN 1;
END

-- If it's a new submission, create a stub for it.
IF @ID IS NULL
BEGIN
    INSERT dbo.ID_Stub (IDReference, AdditionalID, CreatedBy, CreatedOn)
        VALUES (@IDReference, @AdditionalID, @CreatedBy, GETDATE());

    SELECT @ID = SCOPE_IDENTITY();
END

COMMIT
SET TRANSACTION ISOLATION LEVEL READ COMMITTED;

The XML deadlock report is as follows.
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    <victim-list>
        <victimProcess id="process1e7fd5d8108"/>
    </victim-list>
    <process-list>
        <process id="process1e7fd5d8108" taskpriority="0" logused="336" waitresource="KEY: 30:72057596372844544 (4f8ff66d381b)" waittime="4265" ownerId="1879373839" transactionname="user_transaction" lasttranstarted="2018-12-29T22:19:51.357" XDES="0x1dfe81c9538" lockMode="RangeI-N" schedulerid="6" kpid="2084" status="suspended" spid="182" sbid="0" ecid="0" priority="0" trancount="2" lastbatchstarted="2018-12-29T22:19:51.307" lastbatchcompleted="2018-12-29T22:19:51.293" lastattention="1900-01-01T00:00:00.293" clientapp=".Net SqlClient Data Provider" hostname="<obfuscated>" hostpid="3648" loginname="<obfuscated>" isolationlevel="serializable (4)" xactid="1879373839" currentdb="30" lockTimeout="4294967295" clientoption1="671088672" clientoption2="128056">
            <executionStack>
                <frame procname="<obfuscated>" line="640" stmtstart="68006" stmtend="68296" sqlhandle="0x03001e002acd7f07eca57a012ea9000001000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000">  INSERT dbo.ID_Stub (IDReference, AdditionalID, CreatedBy, CreatedOn)       VALUES (@IDReference, @AdditionalID, @CreatedBy, GETDATE();    </frame>
            </executionStack>
            <inputbuf>  Proc [Database Id = 30 Object Id = 125816106]   </inputbuf>
        </process>
        <process id="process1fd327c7c28" taskpriority="0" logused="336" waitresource="KEY: 30:72057596372844544 (4f8ff66d381b)" waittime="4265" ownerId="1879373837" transactionname="user_transaction" lasttranstarted="2018-12-29T22:19:51.357" XDES="0x1e76d97ebd8" lockMode="RangeI-N" schedulerid="3" kpid="9084" status="suspended" spid="208" sbid="0" ecid="0" priority="0" trancount="2" lastbatchstarted="2018-12-29T22:19:51.300" lastbatchcompleted="2018-12-29T22:19:51.293" lastattention="1900-01-01T00:00:00.293" clientapp=".Net SqlClient Data Provider" hostname="<obfuscated>" hostpid="3648" loginname="<obfuscated>" isolationlevel="serializable (4)" xactid="1879373837" currentdb="30" lockTimeout="4294967295" clientoption1="671088672" clientoption2="128056">
            <executionStack>
                <frame procname="<obfuscated>" line="640" stmtstart="68006" stmtend="68296" sqlhandle="0x03001e002acd7f07eca57a012ea9000001000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000">  INSERT dbo.ID_Stub (IDReference, AdditionalID, CreatedBy, CreatedOn)       VALUES (@IDReference, @AdditionalID, @CreatedBy, GETDATE();    </frame>
            </executionStack>
            <inputbuf>  Proc [Database Id = 30 Object Id = 125816106]   </inputbuf>
        </process>
    </process-list>
    <resource-list>
        <keylock hobtid="72057596372844544" dbid="30" objectname="<obfuscated>.<obfuscated>.ID_Stub" indexname="idx_IDReference" id="lock1e566d4a380" mode="RangeS-S" associatedObjectId="72057596372844544">
            <owner-list>
                <owner id="process1fd327c7c28" mode="RangeS-S"/>
                <owner id="process1fd327c7c28" mode="RangeI-N" requestType="convert"/>
            </owner-list>
            <waiter-list>
                <waiter id="process1e7fd5d8108" mode="RangeI-N" requestType="convert"/>
            </waiter-list>
        </keylock>
        <keylock hobtid="72057596372844544" dbid="30" objectname="<obfuscated>.<obfuscated>.ID_Stub" indexname="idx_IDReference" id="lock1e566d4a380" mode="RangeS-S" associatedObjectId="72057596372844544">
            <owner-list>
                <owner id="process1e7fd5d8108" mode="RangeS-S"/>
                <owner id="process1e7fd5d8108" mode="RangeI-N" requestType="convert"/>
            </owner-list>
            <waiter-list>
                <waiter id="process1fd327c7c28" mode="RangeI-N" requestType="convert"/>
            </waiter-list>
        </keylock>
    </resource-list>
</deadlock>

The query plan for the first statement can be found at the link below.
https://www.brentozar.com/pastetheplan/?id=BkVfC8qbN
Any tips or advice on how best to tackle these deadlocks would be greatly appreciated.

A:
We frequently experience deadlocks around an INSERT statement on the following table
  ...
  the stored procedure where the deadlocks occur [uses] SERIALIZABLE

Yes.  That is the expected behavior of the SERIALIZABLE isolation level.  It's not widely understood, but deadlocks are how SERIALIZABLE enforces the isolation level.  It doesn't prevent concurrent sessions from attempting to write conflicting changes; if two sessions read data and then both attempt conflicting changes, a deadlock occurs, and only one write succeeds.
So if you don't want to deal with deadlocks, you're using the wrong concurrency model.
If you simply want to prevent concurrent execution of this transaction, forcing sessions to execute it one-at-a-time, the simplest way is to use an application lock:
BEGIN TRANSACTION
exec sp_getapplock @Resource = 'MyTransaction',  @LockMode = 'Exclusive';
. . .

A: You have two queries on the deadlock-affected table that have very similar WHERE clauses.  This one:
SELECT MAX(CreatedOn)
FROM dbo.ID_Stub IDS
WHERE IDS.IDReference = LTRIM(RTRIM(@IDReference))
AND IDS.CreatedBy = @CreatedBy
AND IDS.AdditionalID = @AdditionalID

And this one:
DELETE dbo.ID_Stub
WHERE IDReference = LTRIM(RTRIM(@IDReference))
AND CreatedBy = @CreatedBy
AND AdditionalID = @AdditionalID;

Depending on the data in dbo.ID_Stub, you may be able to reduce the amount of range-locking going on (which is there due to the SERIALIZABLE isolation level, as you mentioned) by adding those other two fields to your nonclustered index key.
CREATE NONCLUSTERED INDEX idx_IDReference
ON dbo.ID_Stub (IDReference, CreatedBy, AdditionalID)
WITH
(
    ...all your other options
);

If you can't address the underlying problem of having to use the SERIALIZABLE isolation level (David Browne has makes a great suggestion with the getapplock procedure), then this could mitigate the problem at least.
You can do before and after testing with those specific queries on their own, checking the locks taken with sp_WhoIsActive @get_locks = 1;) to see if you get different locks taken with the wider index.


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