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The Orange-breasted Falcon, a species in peril or a bright future?
The country of Belize is blessed with some of the most amazing animals on the planet, and in some instances, we are the last place on Earth where they survive and thrive. Although they may seem abundant to us, our small country is home to a number of amphibians, birds, fish, mammals, reptiles, plants and even corals that are at risk of extinction; perilously registered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. From near-threatened to critically endangered, animals like the American Crocodile, Hicatee turtle, Yellow-headed Amazon parrot, Orange-breasted Falcon, West Indian manatee and countless others, Belize is their last stronghold for survival. Fortunately, our country is also blessed with a number of non-profit conservation groups that are dedicated to their preservation. Local organizations like Wild Tracks, Belize Bird Rescue, American Crocodile Education Sanctuary, Belize Foundation for Research & Environmental Education, Friends for Conservation & Development, Community Baboon Sanctuary, Belize Wildlife and Referral Clinic, Belize Bird Conservancy, Belize Raptor Center, Belize Audubon, MarAlliance and the Scarlet Six Biomonitoring Team, (to name a few), along with a handful of international organizations like Oceana, World Wildlife Fund, the Wildlife Conservation Society, The Nature Conservancy, and Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, are all doing their part to conserve, protect, rescue, rehabilitate and educate the community about these at-risk species. One international organization, The Peregrine Fund has taken conservation efforts of the endangered Orange-breasted Falcon (OBF) to a whole new level, with an unprecedented restoration project with captive-breed birds propagated in the USA and wild-releasing them in the Mountain Pine Ridge region of Belize. Research on the Orange-breasted falcon began 25 years ago when graduate student Aaron Baker initiated the first ever natural-history study of the species in Belize and bordering Guatemala, now known to be the same contiguous population. That same year Robert Berry, Founding Director of the Peregrine Fund and Founder of the North American Raptor Breeders' Association and an expert in falcon breeding visited with Baker in Belize to add his knowledge to Barker's research. It was Berry's first encounter with the little known tropical falcon, elusive and rare throughout its wide range. The experience was the beginning of a life-long relationship that few would ever have imagined. After six years of research, Baker concluded that the small population of Orange-breasted Falcons was probably stable, but just barely! Under Berry's direction, The Peregrine Fund resumed surveys in 2003, with yearly expeditions on the ground and in the air, traversing through rugged, remote areas of dense, tropical forests in extreme heat, scaling up or rappelling down cliffs in search of or to assess and color band OBF chicks on rocky nesting spots and even surviving attacks from Africanized bees. Their research concluded that Baker's study population of 19 nesting territories was in steep decline, with nearly half his study territories (cliff nest sites called "eyries" by scientists) abandoned with only ten remaining. Based upon study specimens in the world's museums collected between 1867-1962, the OBF was sparsely populated throughout much of Central America, but is now nearly extirpated, perhaps the victim of DDT, the ravages of tropical hurricanes, or human conflicts, with the remaining population of less than 20 territorial pairs limited to only 4% of its prior range in Belize and Guatemala and isolated by some 1,500 kilometers from the few remaining pairs on the Columbian border of Panama. Berry's crew have discovered a few more sporadically occupied territories in the foothills of the Southern Maya Mountains once thought the stronghold for the species. Helicopter surveys in 2017 of the inaccessible interior mountains revealed a sharp decline to only three occupied eyries where ten were discovered in 2010. Over time, the team accepted the sad truth that the entire northern population was rapidly losing their stronghold due to low and inconsistent productivity, and a variety of natural and human-caused perils such as habitat alteration, fragmentation, human conflicts, hunting, natural predation from mammals, snakes vultures and hawk eagles as well as parasitism from bot-fly larva. Early on The Peregrine Fund had saved the imperiled American Peregrine Falcon that had been decimated by DDT contamination of its food source and had successfully reintroduced the extinct Aplomado Falcon to south Texas, so why not the Orange-breasted Falcon? OBF eggs were collected from unrelated breeding stock in Panama in 2001-2002 which formed the nucleus of an experimental breeding colony originally split between Panama and Berry's facilities in Wyoming. Because of his passion for the OBF and extensive experience with other raptor species, all of the birds were soon relocated to Wyoming, with first successful breeding in 2006. Unlike most hawk and falcon species which readily breed in captivity, and despite large elaborate climate controlled facilities, the OBF seemingly adapted well to captivity and displayed extensive courtship rituals, nonetheless, they would not mate in captivity. All eggs have been fertilized by artificial insemination, a stressful process where the semen is stripped forcefully from the male and placed into the manually everted oviduct of the female, a traumatic experience for both the Falcons and the perpetrator/ breeder. The breeding colony currently consists of 29 birds; most of the original founders from Panama, a few from Belize (including two botfly-infested juveniles that were rescued from certain death in 2012), and their captive-bred progeny. Incredibly, the project has successfully introduced 50 captive-bred Orange-breasted Falcons into the Mountain Pine Ridge area of Belize since 2007. Only three have bonded successfully with wild mates raising and fledging ten youngsters into the wild population, a seemingly meager number but huge considering the small population. This degree of success was only dreamed about by a similar but unsuccessful effort to restore the Harpy Eagle in the Yalbac of northern Belize a decade ago. The eagles emigrated widely and were shot for a variety of reasons, mostly due to the cultural belief that large predators and raptors are threats to humans and livestock. In June 2017, the OBF team added four chicks, three females and one male, to the dwindling population. When the captive-bred chicks are about 40 days old, Berry and some 800-fresh killed and frozen Coturnix quail that he raises under controlled conditions as food for the juveniles in the coming months are flown to Belize via a donated private charter as the cargo is too precious for commercial airlines to consider. Starting in northern Wyoming, it's a 12-hour travel day, with a stop in Houston, Texas for a thorough vetting of the many permits required to transport both the quail and falcons. Obtaining the necessary paperwork is a lengthy process, and involves collaborating with many agencies, including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, state, national, and international veterinarians, U.S. Diagnostic and Testing Laboratory, Belize Forest Department, and Belize Animal Health Administration. Most importantly, multiple molecular diagnostic test results are examined and duplicated in both the U.S. and Belize to make certain that no pathogenic diseases are imported. Once they arrive in Belize, Berry is meet by Matt Allshouse, Lead Field Biologist for the Belize OBF project, and they repeat the U.S. vetting process with the Belize Agricultural Health Authority. The team then transports the chicks on a three-hour drive to a remote location in the Mountain Pine Ridge area where their introduction into the wild begins. The location is off limits to the public due to concerns that the youngsters might lose their fear of humans (the species is unusually tame for a raptor species) and the remote but real fear that unscrupulous collectors might pirate the birds' dead or alive as black-market demands increase exponentially as a species becomes even rarer. For the next few months, home for the juveniles will be on the top of a nearly two-story wooden structure called the hack tower. Situated on a mountaintop named 'Bob's Point' by the property owners, it is surrounded on three sides by 2000-foot-deep canyons, providing ample escape routes from avian predators (hawk eagles) when the chicks begin to fly. Secured on top of the hack tower platform is a large enclosed cage with bars on the front called the hack box which provides protection from both ground and avian predators before the young can fly. Adjacent to the tower is a screened hut called the pavilion where research and graduate student 'hack site attendants' escape the black flies while monitoring and caring for the young falcons during daylight hours. According to Berry, falconers in the middle-ages developed the hacking process, fledging their nestling falcons from tree mounted artificial platforms, like the hack tower, an innovative technique perfected by The Peregrine Fund to repopulate endangered raptors such as the Peregrine and Aplomado Falcons, and now for the first time Orange-breasted Falcons. Almost directly above the pavilion, the team installed a uniquely designed falcon nest box in 2012 mounted on a large secure platform designed to somewhat replicate a natural cliff site eyrie and give the occupants security from ubiquitous depredating Black Vultures. The nest box was a wild idea after B1 had attracted and appeared to be pair-bonded with a wild female they named Caya (after the Cayo District where the hack site is located) the prior year. The long shot worked! B1 and Caya raised six chicks at the hack site, three in 2013 and 2015. Caya disappeared mysteriously just before breeding season in 2016 and was replaced by a wild female, Orange 47 who was banded in Tikal Park the previous year. In 2017 B1 and Orange 47 had the usual clutch of three eggs, two which hatched and only one surviving. Once the annual crop of captive-bred chicks are safely situated in the hack box the team climbs the tree with the nest box and retrieves the wild-hatched chick for processing. The wild chick, a male this time, is first weighed, given a health assessment, banded as P69 (a purple color band with white alphanumeric numerals that will identify him throughout his life), and blood-feathers collected for genetic testing. Team member Audrey Martin, who is conducting next-generation genetic sequencing for her master's degree at the University of Wyoming will use this data in her research to help answer important questions including the degree of inbreeding and relatedness of three populations, South America, Panama, and Belize/Guatemala. After processing, the wild chick is carefully placed with the captive-bred chicks at the hack site where he is cautiously accepted by his litter mates and is soon fed by his mother along with the rest of her expanded brood. Birds seem unable to count which saves them a lot of stress and worry. This first-ever innovative experiment where captive bred and wild-hatched raptors chicks are combined and raised successfully by both adult falcons and human attendants met astounding success in 2013. Both the wild parents and the hack site attendants combine forces to both feed and protect the youngsters throughout the summer until all the young learn to hunt and feed themselves prior to dispersal and independence in the fall. Before the juveniles attempt their first flights, they are equipped with a tiny radio transmitter that enables the team to locate them should they become lost or stranded in the deep forest canopy. Nonetheless, a third of the juveniles are lost, most falling prey to Black-and-White Hawk-Eagles when roaming the adjacent flat lands that don't offer deep canyon escape routes. It's a terrifying experience for both the Falcons and their attendants when an eagle dives upon its quarry from a great height! On other occasions both adult falcons and juveniles aggressively drive the eagles away, diving, striking and screaming loudly as it trespasses into their territory, braving the massive eagle as it rolls over and attempts to grasp the Falcons with its immense talons. B1 is the OBF team's greatest success story and superstar of the project, not only beating the odds of an early death but fathering seven youngsters in his seven years of life. Sadly, B1 was last photographed June 11, 2017, by a remote trail camera while feeding his single progeny the day before the team arrived at the hack site. For many weeks the team despaired hoping to see him return knowing full well that he had met with foul play while hunting dutifully for his family as he had so skillfully and faithfully done in the past. As is the case with all falcon species, the male does all the hunting early in the nesting cycle while the female broods the eggs cares for the young and guards the nest. Should something happen to the male, the eggs will fail as the female is forced to hunt and the young almost assuredly will perish. Over the next few months, the hack site attendants will supplement the juvenile's s voracious appetites with defrosted quail, taking care to avoid habituating the chicks to humans. It isn't long before another male, Purple 29, who happens to be B1's two-year-old son appears at the hack site and amazingly in a short few weeks seems to bond with Orange 47, helping to repel avian threats like vultures and hawk eagles and sharing hunting responsibilities. Perhaps Orange 47 understood that her mate would never return, accepting the newcomer's assistance when he would have normally been aggressively run off as an unwelcome stranger. The team is ecstatic, although this is a bittersweet reminder how few available bachelors are out there. By August the white puffball chicks with big eyes and beaks have morphed into beautiful sub-adults, showing the first plumage patterns of budding adults. These handsome falcons in adult plumage sport a black mask and hood, their back is cloaked in dusky black with feathers trimmed in blue-gray that glistens in the sunlight. Their pure white throat brightly contrasts with a broad band of orange-rufous across the upper breast (crop), with a coarsely patterned black vest that adorns their breast, with rufus belly, flank and undertail, with a dark tail with striking pale white bars, arguably the most beautiful of all 39 falcon species. The juvenile plumage is not nearly as vibrant with a soft blend of buffy browns and blacks with a pale white throat. These compact aviators, the size of the common crow, prey on a wide variety of small to medium-sized birds and bats and are streamlined for high-speed dives, being the only raptor species capable of making a living hunting above the forest canopy. The female Orange-breasted Falcon is well-armed, with an unusually large beak, the largest feet of any Falcon relative to her body size, and thick powerful legs. Males have the same plumage characteristics but are half the size of their mates with normal falcon armature. Each has evolved to fulfill its niche/role in a hostile environment of eat or be eaten, the female as protector of the nest and young, the male as primary food provider for the family. They are thought to mate for life, however short, but will readily take a new mate. As fall arrives in the Maya Mountains the juveniles have found their independence, learning to feed themselves on a smorgasbord of diurnal migrants from the north, returning occasionally to the hack site for a free lunch but with clear evidence that they've adapted well to a life in the wild.
Always rare and widely distributed in Central and South America because of their specialized habitat requirements, these beautiful raptors are now absent throughout Central America. Although many countries have seemingly suitable habitat, it is a mystery why the Falcons are absent, a puzzle that Berry's team is slowly unraveling. The question has multiple answers; a low reproductive rate, natural predation, weather, (too much or too little rainfall), DDT or other chemical contaminants, and of course human conflicts. In 2012 the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) up-listed the Orange-breasted Falcon to 'Near Threatened based' based on The Peregrine Fund's research and increasing numbers of OBF records, or the absence thereof reported to Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology's eBird by an increasing number of citizen-scientist birders. With nearly half the species nesting territories abandoned in the last two decades in their study areas, models predict extinction of the northern population within our lifetimes, if trends continue — something the OBF team is committed to preventing. Although captive breeding is considered a last-ditch effort when it comes to restoring a threatened population, Berry believes that working with a small viable, population has been critical to the project's measured success. Unexpected high mortality has only recently been detected from a database of less than 100 captive bred and wild OBFs banded in the last decade, inexorably linked to species emigration from the sanctuary of their mountain homes for easier hunting opportunities in the lowlands and cities at their peril. Berry also stated that captive breeding and restoration with unrelated individuals is key to increase genetic diversity and fitness in the small population. He says that fitness improves the odds that the best genes will be passed to future generations. Berry's captive-bred falcons from Panama are surviving and breeding with wild OBFs, having fledged nine youngsters in 2013 and 2015 alone, compared to only eight produced by wild pairs in the Mountain Pine Ridge. Although these numbers are disturbing small, there is cause for optimism and a brighter future for the OBF as an icon for all raptors. Education and conservation efforts by local conservation groups, eco-lodges, government agencies, and individuals are all key to creating awareness and give meaning to the vital role raptors play in the web of life, along with their practical benefits in pest control and eco-tourist dollars that depend upon a healthy ecosystem. To see an Orange-breasted Falcon in the wild is a breathtaking sight, and spotting one is relatively common in towns and cities in the Cayo district during the fall and winter months, where they feed on feral pigeons and collared doves. With binoculars, one can usually spot a colored band on the bird's leg. Captive-bred females carry red bands, males blue, while wild-hatched females have orange bands and males have purple, all with bold white letters and numerals. The OBF team encourages that all sightings and band information be reported either directly to the popular eBird app or to citizen-scientist birder who can. If you are not able to read the band number, just the color of the band and which leg it is on helps the team identify the bird and adds to their knowledge. There are three popular birding locations in all Central America where Orange-breasted Falcons are predictably seen; Tikal National Park, Guatemala, Thousand Foot Falls Reserve in the Mountain Pine Ridge and Black Rock Lodge along the Macal River. Quality accommodations and guide services (recommended) are offered by Hidden Valley Inn & Reserve in the Maya Mountains and nearby Black Rock Lodge, along with many other fine eco-lodges in the area.
Berry considers 2017 a modestly successful year for the OBF. The team estimates that as many as 13 OBFs may have fledged this year from the Mountain Pine Ridge and close environs, nine from wild pairs and four captive-bred. Two may have fledged in the southern mountains and undoubtedly a few more. The preservation of these endangered falcons is an ongoing challenge for the dedicated team of the OBF Project and would not be possible without the invaluable assistance of Belizean birders and guides, along with local cooperators. The current team consists of Team Leader Matthew Allshouse, Hack Site Supervisor Audrey Martin, Field assistants Bryce Robinson and Sherman Cawich, Consulting Naturalist Roni Martinez, Molecular Biologist Jeff Johnson and Program Advisor Scott Newbold. Previous birders, guides and team members include Yeray Seminario, Angel Muela, Marta Curti, Jonathan Urbina, Rony Jobel and Sarah Mann who founded The Belize Raptor Center with a mission to educate Belize's youth about raptors, and many others who contribute their time and knowledge by reporting many OBF records, many with photos to eBird.
Roni Martinez
Matt Allshouse
The Peregrine Fund OBF team would like to thank George and Melina Headley, owners of Bull Run Overseas Ltd. for their friendship and invaluable logistical support, without which the OBF project would not be possible. They would like to dedicate this article and their restoration efforts to the memory of George Headley who passed away in November 2017. They thank Trevor Roe and the Roe family, and the many folks at Hidden Valley Inn for their years of support. The Peregrine Fund OBF team is also grateful to Dr. Wilbur Sabido, Chief Forest Officer, Belize Forest Department and his assistants for their timely support with permits that enables their programs. They also thank Dr. Miguel DePaz, Director, and Dr. Edward Tesecum of the Belize Agricultural Health Authority, and their assistant Melody Robateau for their patience, understanding, and guidance for the safe import of captive-bred falcons and for providing the necessary health certificates for their imports and exports. Appreciation also goes to Freddie Pineda, Isaias Morataya, Diego Cruz, Cameron Boyd and Giovanni Fernandez, owner, and manager of Black Rock Lodge for their able assistance and interest in the OBF project, Darrel Smith, Ian Anderson, Ella Baron of Caves Branch Jungle Lodge and Lee Jones. In Guatemala, they are indebted to Dimos Perez Rivera, Aquiles Hernandez, and Samuel Ortega for their help in facilitating their continued surveys and banding both within and outside Tikal Park. Their continued work in Guatemala would not be possible without the generous support provided by Robert and Jon Cahill of Community Cloud Forest Conservation, Mirta Cano and Julio Madrid of CONAP, and Javier Rivas, Professor at the School of Biology, Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala, and Eduardo Inigo-Elias, Senior Research Associate at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. The OBF team is indebted to the Lopez family of La Cruce dos Aquados village for providing friendship and logistical assistance each time they visit the Petén region. Finally, they thank the Wolf Creek Charitable Foundation for their generous financial support.
The San Pedro Sun would like to thank Mr. Robert Berry and the OBF Team for inviting us to share this amazing story with our readers. We sincerely hope your hard work and dedication saves the beautiful Orange-breasted Falcon from extinction.
If you would like to learn more about this project and how you can help, please visit http:/www.bit.ly/OBFalcon. For identification assistance (OBF versus Bat Falcon) you can visit www.birds.cornell.edu/obf
For more stories about the Orange-breasted Falcon and photos please visit our sister website at www.mybeautifulbelize.com
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No extension for Spencer Dinwiddie yet, but Nets have plenty of time
Point guard is eligible for four-year, 47.5-million deal with free-agency period beginning July 1, 2019.
Spencer Dinwiddie #8 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts after defeating the Toronto Raptors in overtime at Barclays Center on Friday, Dec. 7, 2018 in New York City. Photo Credit: Jim McIsaac
By Greg Logan greg.logan@newsday.com @GregLogan1 Updated December 9, 2018 3:21 AM
Saturday, Dec. 8, was significant for Spencer Dinwiddie because he celebrated the birthdays of his grandmother and brother, the official release date of his K8IROS 8.1 sneaker line and the second anniversary of his signing with the Nets. As it happened, that also was the date Dinwiddie officially became eligible for a four-year contract extension worth a maximum of $47.5 million, but there was no celebration on that count because no contract offer was received from the Nets.
Asked before the Nets faced the Knicks if his agent, Raymond Brothers, had received an offer from Nets general manager Sean Marks, Dinwiddie smiled and shrugged. "I haven't talked to my agent and Sean," he said. "Nothing has happened. Right now, I'm looking forward to free agency."
Marks declined to comment before the game on whether there have been any negotiations. But the opening of the free-agency period is a long way off on July 1, 2019, so there is plenty of time for the Nets to reach agreement with a player they plucked out of the G League.
As a prime example of the success of their development program, it would seem important that the Nets sign him. Last summer, they reached an agreement with free agent Joe Harris before July 1, and then he waited to sign to preserve cap room.
That could be a risk with Dinwiddie because several teams will seek a quality point guard. "Theoretically, as an unrestricted free agent, I could sign for anything," Dinwiddie said.
Kenny Atkinson clearly considers Dinwiddie a vital part of the organization by the way he uses him to help close games. "Big speed," Atkinson said of Dinwiddie's driving skill. "His ability to get downhill and get past people is a big reason why we trust him."
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Welsh Corgis are a small dog breed which originated in Wales and has since spread in popularity all over the world. There are actually two distinct types of Corgis: Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Cardigan Welsh Corgi, with the Pembroke Welsh Corgi being the more common of the two and the type that most people are familiar with today.
4.2 How Do I Know if My Corgi is Cold?
5.1 What is the best brush for a shedding Corgi?
5.2 How Often Should I Bathe a Corgi?
The Corgi breed was historically used as a herding dog. Corgis were specifically used as a "heeler," which refers to the way that they would nip at the heels of cows, sheep and other herding animals. Their small height and exceptional agility made them excellent herding dogs due to their ability to easily avoid the hooves of larger animals.
It was not until 1925 that Corgis first began appearing in dog shows and other competitions in Wales and the surrounding areas, despite their long historical use as an agricultural dog. The first Corgis were brought to the United States in 1933, and since then the breed has been popular both as a show dog and as a pet.
The median lifespan for Corgis is about 12 years, although Corgis have been known to live up to 15 years. Statistically, most Corgis die from either cancer or simply old age. Like all dog breeds, Corgis have certain health risks and complications that are inherent to their breed. However, the breed is prone to developing eye conditions such as progressive retinal atrophy and canine glaucoma. If you are concerned about your dog's eyesight, contact your veterinarian for a check-up. Notably, hip dysplasia is very rare for Corgis, despite being common in many dog breeds with similar body types.
One of the most important aspects of Corgi care is regular grooming. They have a particular dense coat which needs to be groomed daily with a standard brush and weekly with a de-shedding brush due to the thicker density of the Corgi breed's coat and its tendency to shed. Corgis are well known for shedding copious amounts of hair, and de-shedding brushes are a common sight in the repertoire of Corgi owners. Regular grooming should also include regular nail trimming; nails should be checked for overgrowing, splits and cracks on a weekly basis.
Corgis are designed to be active dogs and thus require a good amount of quality protein to keep up with their expanded energy, particularly when they are puppies and young adult dogs. The food chosen for Corgis should include quality protein and avoid unnecessary fillers as much as possible in order to provide the best nutrition for the animal.
The National Research Council of the National Academies estimates that an adult Corgi (i.e., one which weighs about 25 lbs.) should have about 780 calories per day, although this can vary depending on the dog's age, whether or not they are spayed/neutered, their activity level, and other factors which may require them to have more or less calories. When in doubt, it's best to consult with a veterinarian about the energy needs of a Corgi.
Like all dog breeds, you will need to take some careful considerations to keep your Corgi safe, healthy and happy during the winter months. Especially if you live in an area where the temperatures dip below 50 degrees Fahrenheit or where you receive plenty of snowfall and icy weather. The following is a handy guide to help you keep your Corgi safe and sound during the winter.
One of the most common questions asked by Corgi owners regarding their safety in the winter is: "should I get them a winter coat?" The answer really depends on a few factors, particularly: how low the temperature is, how long they will be outside, whether or not your Corgi has been shaved recently, or whether or not your Corgi was recently wet.
If your Corgi was shaved recently, even within the last year or so, they should wear a coat once it gets below 50 degrees. This is because shaving removes the normally insulated layers of fur that keep your Corgi warm, so they'll need extra help from a warm doggy coat. If your dog has been recently wet—within the last day or so—you'll want to bundle them up because the water will make them more receptive to icy temperatures.
As a general rule of thumb, Corgis are can withstand temperatures of about 50 degrees without discomfort. Once it gets below 50 degrees, you should always put a dog coat on them when they go outside because Corgis do not handle extreme temperature variations well—for instance, if it's 45 degrees outside but 72 in the house, your Corgi's body may have difficulty adjusting itself.
How Do I Know if My Corgi is Cold?
Your Corgi's normal body temperature should be about 101.5. It can go a degree or 2 higher or lower, but it should not deviate higher or lower than that 1-2 degree threshold. You can check your Corgi's temperature with a dog thermometer, such as the highly recommended Mindsinglong dog thermometer which is durable, easy to use, is relatively inexpensive. A thermometer is the most accurate way to make sure that your Corgi doesn't get too cold—or too overheated. You should also keep a look out for physical signs of chill or overheating, such as lethargy and panting, especially if the weather outside is above 85 degrees or below 50 degrees. If your dog is experiencing any extreme signs of overheating or chill, you should take them to the veterinarian to ensure it is not life threatening.
You will need a pet thermometer in order to check your Corgi's body temperature. They can be purchased at retail stores and various online shops, such as amazon. A pet thermometer is very simple to use. You simply need to use the thermometer on a dry, clean area of your Corgi's body, such as their stomach, inside thigh, or another area where there's not a lot of hair blocking the thermometer from getting an accurate reading.
Here you will find lots of FAQ about Corgis. Most of them are the daily problems we may face every day.
What is the best brush for a shedding Corgi?
Corgis are very well known for their frequent shedding, and owners who are not prepared to specifically deal with this problem may be quickly overwhelmed. There are many different dog brushes out there, but with Corgis, it is best to use a brush designed for animals that frequently shed. For Corgis, one of the most recommended types of brushes is a de-shedding brush. A de-shedding brush is a brush that uses a very finely toothed steel comb to penetrate the top coat of fur and loosen the undercoat, which is where the shedded fur originates.
The Furminator is one of the most popular and well-reviewed de-shedding brushes on the market today. You can find similar brushes which use the same style as the Furminator at various retailers if you don't want to buy the specific Furminator brand.
How Often Should I Bathe a Corgi?
Regular grooming and bathing is important in order to keep your Corgi looking and feeling great. You should bathe your Corgi at least once a week using a dog-friendly shampoo. If your Corgi gets exceptionally dirty, you may want to consider giving them a bath more frequently; just make sure that the shampoo you are using is not too harsh and check your dog for any signs of skin irritation whenever you introduce a new shampoo or other dog-friendly cleaning product to your bathing routine.
Grooming a Welsh Corgi should be a part of your regular Corgi care routine. They should be combed and brushed at least once a week—potentially more depending on how often they shed and the general condition of their coat; grooming should also include regular trimming of their nails, as well as regular inspections of their ears to check for build-ups of wax and other ear debris. Corgis, like many dogs, are prone to ear infections, so you need to keep a careful eye on their ears to prevent infections before they happen.
A Corgi should be trimmed monthly or sometimes weekly depending on the dog. The following steps will teach you how to properly trip your Corgi.
Before you can trim, you need to comb your Corgi using a forward motion; you should remove any mats during this time.
Next, you'll need to pull up your Corgi's long hair–starting at about the shoulders is best–while holding your trimming scissors in your other hand. You should aim to trim about 1/4″ to avoid taking too much off. If it looks too long after you're finished, you can always trim it shorter.
After trimming their coat around their shoulders, you should continue trimming by moving back towards their tail. Remember, you are only trimming their long hairs–meaning their outer coat–and not their denser, shorter undercoat. Don't forget to trim the tail and backside.
After you're done with the Corgi's main body, you can trim the hairs between their toes and footpads; if your dog is the type to squirm or move, you may want to leave this step for a professional groomer as you can easily injure your dog if you are not careful or they do not sit perfectly still. You should also trim the long hairs on their chest as well as around their eyes and ears; it's best to use blunt scissors in these areas to avoid the risk of cuts.


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Mick Mars' Implicit Criticism About Vince Neil
The music industry has several issues that get most artists fired up no matter what side they land on. One of the sensitive topics, especially among vocalists, is the use of pre-recorded backing vocals. Most musicians have strong opinions about the topic and don't shy away from sharing where they stand regarding vocalists' live performances.
A few names are more commonly known in the rock world as having unique voices that might have trouble singing live from time to time and need pre-recorded backing vocals for a little boost on stage. One of those names is Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil. He has received both positive and negative comments regarding his singing. However, he managed to survive all the negativity and focused on his music career.
The singer went through a rough patch after the pandemic lockdowns had been lifted and bands started returning to stages. Neil, who had been stuck at home like all his peers, was not in the best shape to perform and use his voice to its best ability. Hence, fans were ready to comment and criticize him for being unable to sing live. Neil even had a show in Iowa where the vocalist had to step down the stage for losing his voice.
Post-pandemic performances weren't the only criticisms Neil received for his voice. He had previous performances throughout his career where Crüe fans commented on his vocals. There was one criticism Neil received about his live performance, which came from one of his bandmates. Mick Mars once addressed Neil's usage of pre-recorded background vocals in an interview with Eddie Trunk and discreetly stressed that he didn't like them at all.
During the conversation, Mars shared his dissatisfaction with the band's decision to use pre-recorded backing vocals to help Neil on stage. Mars said, "That could get me in a lot of trouble. Let me put it this way. I'll say two words, and you'll know: Britney Spears. I don't like it. I could put on a Mötley CD and play along with it all day. I don't wanna do that."
However, after the lead guitarist received a similar question in a Rolling Stone interview about his thoughts regarding using pre-recorded backing vocals, "I'd rather hear on-key vocals than not," said Mars. "I guess that there are some people that don't dig it. Some people like raw, upfront stuff. I think that background vocals strengthen the band in some ways. I mean, it is what it is."
While the subject still polarizes most musicians in the industry, Mick Mars' initial opinion seemed to have changed over time. Even though his earlier remarks on the subject implied that he wasn't the biggest fan of pre-recorded backing vocals, Mars possibly decided to look at the issue from a different perspective and started supporting the band's decision.
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Labels represent a large segment of the overall packaging industry. Digital print is disrupting label production, addressing the latest demands for short runs and personalization. Research firm Smithers Pira indicates that in 2016, labels produced worldwide on digital presses were worth $9.46 billion. The firm says the market is expected to grow 10.2 percent year-on-year through the end of the decade.
What is Industrial Label Printing?
Industrial label devices are designed for durability, enhanced support, high production, quality, and robustness. A variety of digital label systems meet these demands.
Russell Doucette, assistant product marketing manager, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc., agrees. "The ability to run job after job, shift after shift, and week after week is imperative and expected in these types of devices," he says.
Other vendors look to a product-based definition for industrial and consider it to be those sold primarily through business-to-business (B2B) channels and support more diverse substrates.
Amber Miller, product manager, Primera Technology, considers industrial label production to include, "a durable case or cover, and a cover that locks tight enough to block out dust and debris." She says industrial labels often require inks and materials that withstand harsh weather conditions.
The push to digital label production for industrial purposes comes from a variety of needs across many industries.
For example, Mike Atkins, national sales manager, Afinia Label, says companies that produce food, nutritional supplements, and chemicals immediately see the need to produce labels digitally.
In these industries, many products with a small run of each individual product are in demand. He points out that managing the purchasing and inventory of many different pre-printed labels is both frustrating and costly. "These industries often purchase more labels than needed to achieve a certain price point, and discard those labels if there is a packaging change," says Atkins. Digital label printing helps shops print on demand and in house.
Doucette sees the food, beverage, and nutraceutical markets surging into the adoption of digital labels. "The biggest advantage they have with digital production is the ability to customize, localize, and personalize a message for a particular group of consumers," he says. Using digital label printers, these companies experience faster time to market and expand their sales opportunities.
Product and equipment identification labels also benefit from digital. "They demand the ability to print to a variety of substrates without priming or coating and they demand a finished print that is durable with or without coating or lamination," says Mark Schlimme, marketing director, Screen Americas.
Sherry Land, software engineer, Neuralog, believes the adoption of label production printers is fueled by government regulations in large and small chemical, pharmaceutical, and consumer products. "We see activity in a variety of markets—cleaning chemicals, paints, supplement and vitamins, even electronic cigarette makers are now affected," she says.
While it's clear that many vertical markets utilize traditional label making processes, some see digital as the new norm. "Starting in 2014, more digital label presses have been sold than traditional analog presses. Converters and brands demand gravure-matching quality and the flexibility to address a wide spectrum of applications," offers Brian Cleary, category manager, HP Indigo Label Solutions.
Digital label systems utilize either electrophotographic (EP)- or inkjet-based technologies. Both offer great benefits for label printing, depending on the needs of the job at hand.
Hennessy points out that EP presses were commercialized more than 20 years ago and were adapted to work in the label space before inkjet technology was advanced enough to compete. As inkjet evolves—including the introduction of higher dpi printheads, faster speeds, and advances in single-pass applications—the differences in the printed output are more subtle and usually require a loupe to discern, "so competition is fierce," he suggests.
EP printing uses electrostatic charges, toner, and light from either a laser or LED to beam an image onto a drum and leave a positively charged replica. The image is then fused using heat and pressure to adhere to the paper.
This equipment features dry- or liquid-based toner options. Dry EP technologies feature toner particles and a thicker layer that fills in textured substrates when fused. It has a shiny appearance unlike flexography and gravure. "Once fused, it is unable to shrink or stretch without cracking so it is not suitable for shrink sleeves or stretch applications," cautions Cleary.
Liquid EP can stretch and shrink. Cleary explains that HP Indigo ElectroInk can lay on the substrate in a thin layer and conform to textures without filling.
Doucette says that EP devices are suitable for about 80 percent of the pressure-sensitive labels today and daily maintenance is generally less intensive than inkjet solutions. He says for this reason, it may be a better option for a company to enter the market and explore digital printing benefits.
For PSPs that intend to print on shrink sleeve material, inkjet-based label production equipment is a good choice because it doesn't rely on a heated fuser for image transfer.
Atkins explains that fuser operating temperatures place limitations on synthetic label material due to low melting points with polypropylene, polyester, and vinyl, leading to color matching difficulty in humid climates. "Inkjet is more accurate and repeatable because it is not affected by the ambient temperature and humidity of the production environment," he says.
Speed and productivity is also a factor. Dickinson points out that inkjet-based label production equipment not only has long cycles but also produces at higher production speeds and productivity four to seven times greater compared to EP. It is also upgradable with minimal press replacements. However, he warns that inkjet inks have a thicker lay down and may also be brittle when cured.
Olaf Walter, president, mprint LLC, says inkjet label presses reach speeds up to 246 feet per minute (ft/min) whereas EP equipment prints at speeds near 98 ft/min in four color modes.
Inkjet is capable of being stopped and started during printing. Juan Kim, CEO, Valloy Incorporation, says it's also easier to handle, especially because the printing environment is room temperature. "However, specifically coated media needs to be used for water-based dye pigment inks which are very weak against water and sunlight," says Kim.
Hennessy suggests that EP-based systems may have the advantage when it comes to reproducing the smallest graphic features and text, but inkjet is shown to print on a wider variety of commercially available substrates without special primer or treatments, and UV inkjet technology provides added benefits including durability without overlaminate/overvarnish, higher print speeds, and lowest cost per print.
One concern traditional converters have with digital production presses is reaching the color gamut that they are used to. Luckily, the latest tools in RIP, RIP software support, and color matching help to ease their minds.
Gernot Schneider, digital products product manager, Nilpeter Europe, says color gamut capabilities should be tested from case to case because it depends on the product and the machine. He adds that Nilpeter works with a special color calibration software and an extended color gamut to reach more than 90 percent of the PMS colors. Color calibration software eases traditional converters into the idea of digital label productions.
Thomas Jensen, product director, Trojanlabels, agrees, pointing out that extensive ink formula development and use of excellent color management products are a safe solution for traditional converters. "Of course, for CMYK there is a natural limit in reaching the full Pantone range," he adds.
"Time and labor savings along with the ability to print many different jobs in the same amount of time will often more than compensate for the slightly different color you may see in a CMYK workflow," says Doucette. To achieve a closer match to their current labels, companies should be trained on the creation and use of ICC profiles and spot color matching.
Converters should also work with manufacturers to test the total color gamut and the ability to manage and match specific LAB values. "Expanded gamut colors, such as fourth and fifth orange or violet or light cyan and light magenta can expand a presses ability to reach hard to match colors but can come at a cost to productivity as well as added running costs," says Schlimme.
Most digital machines allow for 85 percent match of the PMS gamut using the basic CMYK plus white setup. "This can be increased by adding orange, green, and violet to about a 98 percent match. The remainder is usually covered by spot colors," says Walter.
Software RIPs help create label stock-specific color profiles and the ability to dial in and replace spot colors without alteration. "We strongly recommend this option for anyone who is required to reproduce pantone colors on label material. This RIP also allows for output profiles allowing the digital press to mimic the output of other offset or flexographic presses," adds Atkins. He explains that dye-based aqueous inks produce a higher range of colors for process printing at affordable prices.
Traditional converters also require speed and robustness from their digital selections. In an industrial environment, efficiency is everything. Traditional converters want assurance they can meet existing duty cycles.
Just as important as the quality of the labels, run length is another consideration. "The breakeven point compared to flexography is currently 5,000 impressions or 100,000 labels," says Schneider. Digital label production printers work best in short runs, unless they are being used for personalization that isn't capable on a traditional label printer.
Miller believes traditional converters should separate jobs based on size and use digital presses for shorter runs to fill the gap of short-run labels that are too small to run on flexo machines. In this way, traditional converters ease into digital label production.
Atkins advises print providers to look at construction and costs. Converters who only run flexographic presses and want to move into digital should begin with a small digital press that is versatile and doesn't require a large capital investment.
Traditional converters can also ask manufacturers for multiple reference sites with similar production environments to ensure the press meets their specific production needs. Cleary adds that traditional converters should evaluate the manufacturer's service capability to discover if they own the imaging technology or integrate licensed technologies.
It is also important to consider finishing needs. Walter comments that it is rare to find a digital label press that offers "true inline converting, such as laminating and die-cutting." He adds that these functions usually require a secondary process and, therefore, increase the required investment.
Several different industrial vertical markets adopt label production printers because of their ability to customize, localize, and personalize messages for specific consumer groups. The food, beverage, and nutraceutical markets are early adopters of digital label production printers.
According to Cleary, in 2014 more digital label presses were sold than traditional analog presses due to demands by converters and brands for gravure-matching quality and flexibility for a wide spectrum of applications.
Companies that produce a lot of products but small amounts of each individual product benefit from digital label systems. This can be items with different flavors or variations of one product, like wineries. "Many require requests of short run jobs with vivid color saturation and differentiated touches," says Kim.
Miller shares that globally harmonized system of classification and labeling of chemicals color regulation changes have forced chemical manufacturers to label their chemical drums with specific color coding and information. "Most demand a label printer that prints full color and has labels and inks that have passed BS5609 testing," she says.
While digital label press adoption increases, there are still some challenges to consider.
Kim says that computer and software skills are the first barrier. Quality issues can happen any time, but he believes developers should focus more on digital print's flexibility rather than microscopic quality analyses.
Doucette says that one of the most major challenges slowing down the adoption rate of digital label presses is the initial cost of acquiring the equipment. "As the costs come down and better ROI and customer success stories emerge, more industrial companies will entertain bringing digital label production in house," he predicts.
Finding substrates that are available and cost effective to compete with conventional non-digital substrates and media is also difficult, according to Schlimme.
As the landscape of digital label production presses develop, we asked digital label press vendors what they think the industrial label market looks like.
Schlimme points to wider widths and adds that speeds will likely improve. "Developments in ink technology will drive digital into flexible packaging markets as well as consumer product goods that require labeling and packaging with low migration inks and protection against contamination," he says.
Kim sees pigment, latex, and UV inkjet dominating the market in the future—rather than toner-based technologies.
Doucette adds that digital embellishments like spot varnish, digital foil stamping, and 2D and 3D texture mapping is expected in the future.
Dickinson believes that hybrid technologies, fully integrated inkjets with SMED, converting, and decorating, will have a secure place in the label market. In addition to the development of ink sets, software systems, and workflows, he says that MIS and file management solutions will become more powerful, empowering converters who integrate these systems to become more productive.
"Once brand owners and consumer packaged goods providers—as well as their marketing teams and advertising agencies—realize the creative power of digital label finishing, the market will become dynamically energized with more attractive, eye-catching, colorful, and memorable products on the shelf," predicts Abergel.


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In the 1990s there was a TV ad for an insurance company which featured a young girl dressed up in her mother's clothes saying "I want to be like Mummy", followed by a little boy observing an insect and thinking "I want to be a slug (!)" and a disgruntled employee who confides, "I want to be my ownboss". Finally the narrator explains: "You can be whatever you want to be... with Prudential". In the real world though, things are never quite that simple.
Obviously, who we want to be is the most important issue in our lives. It defines our mindset and impinges upon everything we do. And one of the most influential determinants will be our choice of role models. To quote the chorus of a popular Bonnie Tyler song: "I need a hero" - we all do, children and adults alike. Across societies and civilizations man has searched for the ideal hero to shape his world and fire his imagination. Ranging from revolutionaries to visionaries, from inventors to icons, they are our source of inspiration. Interestingly, the search for a hero psychologically can act as a mirror into my soul. What I admire in others often reveals the traits that I identify and admire within myself.
However, being aware that modern Western cultural idols are rarely worth the fuss that the media machine lavishes on them, what we need are authentic heroes, because it is not talent or success that makes a real hero; it is something deeper, something that identifies the person's uniqueness as a human being. And in the course of that search we end up with a startling find; namely that the best heroes are the oldest ones 'in the book' (pun intended). Those biblical personalities, whose lives personify faith, honesty and commitment and who lived meaningful lives.
So that although the Bible is primarily a book to record Jewish Law, it reads as an unusual legal text; the laws are interwoven into the lives of the people who lived them. Which teaches us that the Jewish biblical heroes and the laws for Jewish living are interdependent - meaning we too could become real heroes someday.
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Back on the LAPD and hailed as a hero after taking down a deadly gang of rogue cops in The Viking Funeral, Shane Scully finds himself unwittingly involved in a criminal scheme to take over the movie business. Soon, he will have to go deep undercover to take down a Hollywood conspiracy. At a glamor ous party with his new wife, Alexandra, Shane hears a world famous producer make an ominous remark about the strange deaths of his ex wives. This is more than police bus iness, it's personal: Alexandra's closest friend is engaged to the producer. When he looks closer, Scully discovers that the man's mysterious past may hide deadly secrets. To uncover them,he must work alongside a former down and outer turned Holly wood impresario to infiltrate the movie business' violent dark side, a world where deals are settled with handshakes but broken with the spilling of blood, and where the danger to Shane's loved ones is all too real.


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Watch: Defence Forces open recruitment for cadets in Cork after 75 graduate from class of 2020
Competition is now open to those over 18 looking for a career in defending our nation
Defence Minister Simon Coveney launched the 2021 Cadetship Competition for the Defence Forces with a ceremony at Haulbowline naval base this morning.
The services, army, naval and air, are looking for candidates aged over 18 who are interested in a career as trainee officers.
And the recruitment process begins today - with applicants invited to get in before the end of May.
The launch was hosted by the Flag Officer Commanding the Naval Service, Commodore Michael Malone at Haulbowline Naval Base.
On completion of their cadetships, newly commissioned officers will have the chance to serve Ireland both domestically and on overseas missions, as well as experience a broad spectrum of training and education.
Commenting on today's launch, Minister for Defence, Mr Simon Coveney T.D. underlined the 'opportunities a career as an officer in the Defence Forces offers, to young men and women, to learn vital life skills, develop their leadership potential, undergo world class training and enhance their education."
"Earlier this year, 75 cadets were commissioned from the 96th Cadet Class and I am committed to building on these successes in 2021. Recruitment is the lifeblood of the Defence Forces and is a vital component to the development of Defence Forces capabilities."
Also commenting on the launch of the competition, Óglaigh na hÉireann Chief of Staff, Vice Admiral Mark Mellett DSM, said: "Undergoing a cadetship in Óglaigh na hÉireann is a challenging and rewarding experience that equips Ireland's best & brightest to be leaders and decision makers in the Army, Naval Service and Air Corps of Óglaigh na hÉireann.
"We are looking for young women & men of character, with the competence & capacity to embody our core values, serving our Country and our citizens".
The competition will be open from Friday 30th April to Sunday 23rd May and applicants can apply on the careers page via military.ie
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Fayette County's Donnie Piercey named 2021 Kentucky Teacher of the Year
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Donnie Piercey, a 5th-grade teacher at Stonewall Elementary School (Fayette County), has been named 2021 Kentucky Teacher of the Year and Elementary Teacher of the Year. Piercey, a 38-year-old Lexington resident, is using technology to help his school stay in touch with parents and students during remote learning.
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Remixing the traditional essay to empower students
NyRee Clayton-Taylor - March 12, 2019
As a freshman in college, I remember being mesmerized by a young artists and repertoire executive named Sean "Puffy" Combs from Uptown Records. While Puffy can take credit for reconstructing the remix, Obasi Shaw and A.D. Carson, two young African American scholars, can be credited with the modernizing and remixing of the traditional essay.
Hip-hop into learning
NyRee Clayton-Taylor - August 7, 2018
Jefferson County's NyRee Clayton-Taylor shares how she used hip-hop based education to find a new way to reach her students.
Teachers of the Year find power in music
Brenna Kelly - May 22, 2018
NyRee Clayton-Taylor was named the 2018 the Elementary School Teacher of the Year and Tiffany Marsh was named the High School Teacher of the Year.
Teaching students to be engaged citizens
Belinda Furman - February 20, 2018
Grant County's Belinda Furman says educators can play an important role in teaching their students to be caring and engaged citizens.
Helping students become reflective thinkers
Belinda Furman - January 16, 2018
Grant County's Belinda Furman says teachers can help their students become more reflective thinkers if they intentionally work it into their daily classroom routines.


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Formula One: Dominant Lewis Hamilton setting record pace
Sport Motorsport
Mercedes driver could overtake Michael Schumacher mark in Abu Dhabi
Published: June 24, 2019 16:09 Reuters
Mercedes' British driver Lewis Hamilton. Image Credit: AFP
Le Castellet: Lewis Hamilton could overtake Michael Schumacher's record haul of 91 wins by the end of the season, however surreal that may sound.
The Mercedes driver is accelerating towards a sixth title with an air of inevitability after Sunday's French Grand Prix took his tally to 79 career wins with six victories in eight races so far this season.
"It's crazy to think that we are where we are right now," he said at Le Castellet after his fourth win in a row sent him 36 points clear of teammate Valtteri Bottas, and 76 ahead of Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel.
"I definitely didn't expect to have six wins at this point and it doesn't feel real."
With 13 races remaining, Hamilton has a mathematical chance of celebrating win No. 92 in Abu Dhabi if he continues to steamroller all rivals in a fashion reminiscent of Schumacher in his pomp.
To do that he would have to obliterate more records, however.
No driver in the history of the sport dating back to 1950 has won more than 13 races in a season or conjured up a run of more than nine triumphs in a row. France was Hamilton's fourth on the trot.
No team has won more than 11 in a row in the modern era. Mercedes are on 10.
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Dating as a truck driver means leaving for work also means leaving your significant other for a long period of time. This can put strain on even the healthiest relationships. It's important to find ways to keep your relationships strong while you're away and to work as a team, so that you can be rest assured you're returning to happiness and comfort after a long trip.
Here are some great ways to keep your relationships healthy while you're out on the road.
Whether it's just a quick phone call, text, or email – stay in contact whenever you can. This doesn't mean a constant overload (you still have a job to do, after all), but just touching base to tell someone you're thinking about them, or how you're feeling at the moment can really go a long way. Carving out time can be difficult at first, but having an open line of communication can really build strength and trust.
Yoursignificant other knows you have a hard job to do. But it's important to remember that they are holding down the fort while you're away too. Talk to each other and figure out solutions to problems together. You may not be there physically, but being on the other end of the line to lend a helping hand or verbal support will show that you're still there for them.
It's important to keep routines, and make the extra effort to make them special. For example, if you have to be away on work this year, don't just call on your partner's birthday. Make it special by sending a card and some flowers, or a gift from your travels. Going the extra mile to be thoughtful will make your bonds stronger.
If you have trouble remembering birthdays, anniversaries, or even just to call, set up a schedule. You can easily create a Google Calendar to share with your significant other – they can add dates for you to remember, and you can follow-up accordingly. If you have trouble calling, set up days to keep a routine. For example, designate Tuesdays, and Thursdays as the days of the week you know to touch base and check-in with your family.
Keeping a strong relationship with your significant other doesn't have to take a lot of extra work. If both parties make the effort to keep in contact and follow these steps, having a long-lasting and healthy bond with each other will become second nature.


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Edward J. Perry, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 21st, 2019; he died after a long illness. Edward, a long time resident of Sudbury, Massachusetts leaves his best friend of 25 years, Lisa Somers of Lincoln, MA; his father and mother, George and Sheila Perry, from Weymouth, MA; his brother Steven J. Perry from Acton, MA; his sister Karen Lorsch from Nashville, TN; his sister Laura Perry Tan from Belchertown, MA; and his sister Maureen Cahill from Carlsbad, CA. He also leaves many nieces and nephews.
Ed grew up in Sudbury and he loved spending time with family and friends, he enjoyed good conversation with lots of laughter! He and Lisa enjoyed much time spent walking in downtown Concord and Walden Pond, also the grounds of Wayside Inn and the town of Maynard and other surrounding communities. Ed and Lisa also enjoyed their time taking country drives visiting family in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Ed enjoyed working on cars and collecting model cars for display. He had a passion and respect for animals and their welfare. Ed attended St. Bridget's Church in Maynard, and Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Sudbury.
He was a good neighbor, good friend and lovely brother and son. He will be sorely missed by all.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, March 27, at 1:00 PM at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, 160 Concord Road, Sudbury, followed by interment at Wadsworth Cemetery, Concord Road, Sudbury. A visitation will be held 10:30AM-12:30PM Wednesday, March 27, at the Duckett-J.S. Waterman & Sons Home of Memorial Tribute, 656 Boston Post Road/Route 20, Sudbury.


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Grande pensioner chased from home
Andrew Gioannetti
Wednesday 6 January 2021
Ramesh Hazare - Damien Jones
SANGRE GRANDE pensioner Ramesh Hazare is fearful for his life, having made at least four police reports last year about threats and beatings he says he suffered at the hands of a close male relative, who he says wants Hazare's property.
Making matters worse, the 67-year-old says the police are doing nothing about it.
Hazare recently visited Newsday with receipts of police reports he made, together with a complaint filed with the Police Complaints Authority (PCA). In it he alleges that a restraining order against the alleged assailant was breached repeatedly, with no relief from Sangre Grande police.
He says the relative has demanded Hazare leave his own house and land, and even set fire to a mattress while he was asleep, either to kill him or chase him off permanently. Hazare claimed that the relative also held a licensed pellet gun to his head in an attempt to force him to sign documents, but was never charged.
"Only once they ever come (to the house) to find the gun. And on the second (of November), I feel the heat and I get up and he hit me over the head with a shovel," which left him with permanent injuries, he said. "I went to the station in Sangre Grande and they give me a medical. I went to the hospital and spend a night there and then they take a statement from me.
"Up to now, the (relative) still walking around and threatening to kill me." It is unclear whether the alleged abusive relative was ever arrested and charged on the basis of Hazare's complaints, even though he said there are multiple occasions where witnesses can be relied on for evidence.
Hazare, however, does not believe that the abusive relative was ever charged for the threats and assaults since as he was never told so, nor has he received any follow-up enquiries from police. Because of this, he has been sleeping in his car regularly, sometimes using the car parks of well-secured buildings to keep his mind at ease during the night. He is also struggling with day-to-day expenses, living solely on a pension. He has sought advice from a lawyer and has advanced the case in court privately, but says he is sceptical about exhausting all his resources, with no certainty that he will survive the ordeal.
The relative, Hazare suspects, has more than one motive for chasing him from his home. His common-law wife, with whom he has five children, is of African descent, something the alleged abusive relative disapproves of. He said the relative believes she will inherit his house and land when Hazare dies.
NO POLICE ACTION
"I need my home, my bed to sleep in. I cannot sleep comfortably (at home) with he around. I can't cook. I have to buy food every day. At my age, I'm not supposed to be living like this. I need the public to know."
Newsday called the North-eastern Division police for advice on seeking immediate redress from threats of physical harm, particularly in domestic cases.
The officer who answered said a victim should call or visit the nearest police station and they will respond by arresting the offender. If the offender is not present when police arrive, an arrest warrant may be issued in their name.
The female officer said once a report is made to the station but the response does not satisfy the victim, they may ask to speak with an officer of a higher rank, such as an inspector, at the station, and then request a higher authority, if still unsatisfied.
In Hazare's case, he says he tried to meet the inspector and higher ranks, but because there was little to no response, he went to the PCA. That report was made less than a month ago.
However, he says is more concerned that the matter is dealt with rather than the police face disciplinary action for their apparent inaction.
The officer who spoke with Newsday took Hazare's contact information and promised to pass his information and the "seriousness of the issue" to the inspector of the Sangre Grande Police Station.
But several days later, when Newsday checked with Hazare, he said he received no call from the police or any authority, and continues to sleep away from his home, where he feels safer.
"Grande pensioner chased from home"


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Tesla Model Y Performance Vs Mustang Mach-E GT: In-Depth Comparo
How does Ford's high-performance Mustang electric crossover compare to Tesla's top-spec Model Y?
Oct 14, 2021 at 11:42am ET
The performance-oriented Ford Mustang Mach-E GT and GT Performance electric crossovers are now available to order, and some folks are taking delivery. Now that these high-performance variants are available, it's time to compare them to the popular Tesla Model Y Performance.
The Tesla Model Y is one of the best-selling EVs across the globe. For now, it only comes in two variations, at least in the US. The Model Y Long Range, which starts at $54,990, and the Performance model, which will set you back at least $61,990.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E has been on the market for a time, and we've been well-aware of the GT and GT Performance models. In fact, we've offered a comparison like this in the past, but it was only based on what Ford provided on paper.
The Mustang Mach-E carries an MSRP of $42,895, and it's eligible for the $7,500 US federal EV tax credit. The Mach-E GT starts at $59,995, and the GT Performance comes in at $64,995. Both are eligible for the $7,500 tax credit.
More recently, our own Tom Moloughney published a detailed, first-drive review of the Mustang Mach-E GT, which certainly deserves your attention. It's linked in the related items at the bottom of the article.
That said, Cleanerwatt has just published his comparison of the Mach-E GT and Model Y Performance. We appreciate Cleanerwatt's content since it's very well-organized, and it follows a logical and easy-to-understand format.
As far as performance is concerned, the Model Y Performance and Mach-E GT are closely matched. Both can tackle a zero-to-60-mph sprint in under 4 seconds, though the Tesla has a slightly higher top speed.
The Model Y Performance is more efficient, so it should cost you less to charge. In addition, the Tesla crossover has significantly more range than the Mach-E GT and GT Performance. According to the EPA, the Model Y Performance has 326 miles of range. EPA targets for the Mach-E GT and GT Performance come in at 270 and 260 miles, respectively.
Check out the video to learn about how these EVs compare in other categories, including interior space, cargo capacity, towing, charging speed, infotainment features, and more.
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Once you've had a chance to watch Cleanerwatt's comparison, as well as Tom Moloughney's Mustang Mach-E GT first drive, leave us your comments. Which performance EV would you buy?
Source: Cleanerwatt (YouTube)
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Q: How do I configure the drain on shutdown feature on my Windows Server 2012 R2 Hyper-V failover cluster?
A: Typically, if you place a node in maintenance mode in Windows Server 2012, all virtual machines (VMs) are live migrated to another node—resulting in no loss of availability of VMs. However, if you don't place a node in maintenance mode and you simply shut down the node instead, the VMs' states are saved to disk, moved, and then resumed. This makes them unavailable for a period of time.


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Naturalization is the process by which U.S. citizenship is conferred upon a foreign citizen or national after he or she fulfills the requirements established by Congress in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). The general requirements for administrative naturalization include:
a period of continuous residence and physical presence in the United States;
residence in a particular USCIS District prior to filing;
an ability to read, write, and speak English;
a knowledge and understanding of U.S. history and government;
good moral character;
attachment to the principles of the U.S. Constitution; and,
favorable disposition toward the United States.
Note: Recent changes in immigration law and USCIS procedures now make it easier for U.S. military personnel to naturalize (see Naturalization Information for Military Personnel). All naturalization applicants must demonstrate good moral character, attachment, and favorable disposition. The other naturalization requirements may be modified or waived for certain applicants, such as spouses of U.S. citizens.
The USCIS has issued a new Civics and Citizenship test and has made a Self Test available for Naturalization applicants.


Last month in July, fans created a hashtag #SaveMarinaJoyce when her YouTube video Date Outfit Ideas, included her whispering the words, "help me," at the 13 second mark.
The YouTube star is known for her eye makeup tutorials, videos on how to be a cat and vlogs on hairstyle ideas.
During a weekend in July, Marina Joyce could not be contacted. Some online fans suggested that the case was similar to the Munich Massacre where Ali Sonboly, a teenager got lured his victims into a McDonalds before killing nine of them.
However, Enfield Police (@MPSEnfield) tweeted that she was "safe and well," which dampened the hysteria surrounding the YouTube star.
This has all sparked off fresh concern and worry about her mental state. The vlogger, Marina Joyce, has seemed to skip the negative comments, only really answering the positive ones.
A more cynical guess could be that she is drumming up hysteria to get more virtual attention and subscribers.
So far a host of sites has posted blogs on her, including: TeenVogue.com, Refinery29 and Seventeen Magazine.
According to medicalnewstoday.com, on average, Americans spend 7.6 hours a month using social media, the majority of individuals use their cell phones to do so.
However, as social media grows and a proliferation of influencers becomes more normal, this has caused some to question whether being recorded and sharing information is healthy for our mental state.
The University of Bergen in Norway published a study where researchers found that people who are more anxious and socially insecure were more likely to use social networking sites.
These findings don't bode well for vloggers' and influencers' mental state, who can become addicted to fame and celebrity, relying on large audience subscriptions to pay for their paycheck.


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Q: Bootstrap form controls alignment when resizing window Using bootstrap 3.3 and angular here.
I am trying to create a search filter above my grid but having some alignment issues. In full page I can see them aligned correctly, but when I try to resize the page all my form controls get jumbled up and down. I believe these is some css class which is missing but cant seem to figure out what is that. Could anyone point me in right direction.
I also created a stackblitz demo here at:
https://angular-datrange-enhq8w.stackblitz.io/
If you resize the window you would see what I am talking about.
Here is the stackblitz editor for this:
https://stackblitz.com/edit/angular-datrange-enhq8w
Below is some relevant code:

  <form [formGroup]="filtersForm"  >

        Name
        <input formControlName="name" name="name" type="text" style="height:33px" autocomplete="off" class="hidden-xs hidden-sm" />

   </form>

Also on side note if you see the demo somehow I feel my dropdown does has the right style, is there some extra bootstrap 3 style I can add for this.
Thanks for looking into.
Anyone for inputs?

A: The grid system for bootstrap states that every row must be wrapped by a container class.

        <form [formGroup]="filtersForm">

                        Name
                        <input formControlName="name" name="name" type="text" style="height:33px" autocomplete="off"
                            class="hidden-xs hidden-sm" />

        </form>

This does not solve the issue of changing the size. The bootstrap grid system is setup like this: For every row, there are 12 columns. What you are saying is that for the div with the class col-xs-12, make the element in that class have a width of 100% when the screen size is extra small. You are also saying that when it hits the col-md-1 (medium screen size breakpoint), it should have a width of 8.3333%. You have 6 divs in that page you provided. Since you have 6 divs, 12 columns / 6 divs = 2 columns per div. Therefore your code should be refactored to something like this:

        <form [formGroup]="filtersForm">

                        Name
                        <input formControlName="name" name="name" type="text" style="height:33px" autocomplete="off"
                            class="hidden-xs hidden-sm" />

        </form>

Notice how I removed col-sm-12.. this is because col-xs-12 will set the width for every screen size up to the next given class. In this case you have col-xs-12, therefore when the screen size is xs and sm, it'll have a width of 100%. When it hits the md breakpoint, it'll change the width to 2/12 and have the same width for lg and xl screen sizes.

A: Check out bootstrap grid system.
The base syntax is:

*

*container | container-fluid

*

*row

*

*columns (the total of col must be 12)

Also, there is no need of aditional margins on your col divs.

  <form class="container-fluid">

          Name
          <input formControlName="name" name="name" type="text" autocomplete="off" class="form-control" />

          Age Range
          <select class="form-control" formControlName="age">
            <option [selected] value="">All</option>
            <option *ngFor="let age of ages" value='{{age}}'>
              {{age}}
            </option>
          </select>

  </form>

If you want to persist all columns in a single row even on small screens, remove col-xs-12 and change col-md-2 to col-xs-2.

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Seznam bojnih ladij Vojne mornarice Združenih držav Amerike je urejen po nastanku ladij.

Trenutno Vojna mornarica Združenih držav Amerike nima v svojem arzenalu nobene aktivne bojne ladje.

Bojne ladje
(n) označuje ladje, ki niso vstopile v uradno službo.

Vojna mornarica Združenih držav Amerike
Bojne ladje VM ZDA

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The Orange Circus Band
Album: We Make Our Smiles
Label: Self Released
Website: http://www.theorangecircus.com
The Orange Circus Band describe themselves as a raucous, footstompin' Americana/Celtic collective of family and friends with roots in the UK (Wales, Cornwall and Kent) and the States (Virginia). Certainly I can imagine the impact they'll make live, but even on CD they've a considerable presence, if not always quite the designated level of raucousness! Theirs is a fresh, bright, exciting sound, with energy and pizzazz aplenty: their music is guaranteed to set the feet tapping and the faces grinning (they make their smiles, and yours too!). They deliver original songs, often (but not exclusively) set in a kindof bluegrassy/old-timey idiom, trading licks and harmonies like nobody's business with some keen, neat but not over-polished playing. Most of the songs are credited to "Flash and the band" (Flash being Flash Hearth, lead vocalist and guitarist/harmonica player), one (the cheeky CC, My Baby) to vocalist/banjoist Jessie Moonlight, and there's a pair by Nigel Hinton towards the end of the disc.
Snakebite Street is a real blinder, with its high-octane, full-steam-ahead Chuck Berry momentum and sporting brilliant harmonica, fiddle and bass solos, while Down The River To The Sea is a kind of country-gospel singalong with a more reflective, almost sunshine-pop middle-eight. The catchy Get Me To Berlin comes across like Lou Reed singing a sea shanty; the scurrying mando-and-fiddle-flecked Bury Me At Sea could be featuring Roger McGuinn on vocal; the pensively anthemic, slightly Guthrie-esque title song, after a slightly mournful opening, is given the chance to breathe when the tempo increases and rhythms get a-stompin'. The animated Gold 'n' Rum brings back the clappy-banjo-mando hoedown vibe, and the goodtime swinging The Racetrack Song could be a McGuinness-Flint/Lindisfarne outtake, while I bet the fun stop-start progress of Saturday Song gets milked live!
I'm not sure quite how many folks are in The Orange Circus Band - the press blurb lists six: Flash, with Shep! (mandolin, banjo, box, vocals), Raven (fiddle, vocals), Jessie, Sergeant Kahn (bass) and The Rev. Zeb (electric guitar), but the photos show only five members. No matter - these guys make a great sound, full-blooded and detailed, punchy and in-yer-face. This is a seriously likeable album from a crack, enjoyably quirky band with buckets of character who sound like they really get off on what they're doing.
David Kidman
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