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Robin Bralley
My love tank is overflowing as I write this! I just returned from our annual family vacation. This year, we rented a house in Redington Beach, Florida. If you read my column on a regular basis, you know how fond I am of the gulf coast of Florida. People can't believe we choose to go to Florida for our summer vacation, but I say "why not?" I mean, aren't all beaches hot in the summer? Isn't that kind of what we're all hoping for when headed to a beach destination? Fun in the sun, right?
This little strip of heaven between St. Pete Beach and Clearwater is like no other to me. We have stayed in lots of different little towns along that area, and they all have something we love. A favorite restaurant, beach bar or ice cream shop. But, the one thing I love the most about this area is the calmness of the water. On the gulf side, you can actually get in the ocean and not get constantly knocked down by crashing waves. I can spend hours on my float or simply bobbing up and down out there in that massive expanse of water. I am truly one with nature and God in this setting!
Truliant Federal Credit Union is our August cover story and what a story they have to tell. As they celebrate their 70th year, consider all they offer the next time you're shopping for a financial institution. Back-to-school displays abound in the stores and, while we know it's coming, we have a lot of summer left to live, make it count! The Winston-Salem Open will be in town at the end of the month, so get your tickets now!
Happy birthday to my husband Tim! Can't imagine doing this thing life without you by my side!
Forsyth Family publisher since 2007. Robin grew up in Clemmons and has called it home all her life. She has a degree from High Point University and after finding herself downsized from her marketing position in corporate America, Robin joined forces with Forsyth Woman publisher and friend, Keela Johnson to launch Forsyth Family. She and her husband, Tim, have been married for 32 years and share two grown daughters, Briana and Morgan, as well as a son-in-law, Briana's husband, Jonathan! Robin and her family are avid Carolina Panthers fans and enjoy going to the movies and summer concerts. She loves watching birds on her many backyard feeders and flower gardening. She is an active member of Sunrise United Methodist Church and feels closest to God on her daily walks at Tanglewood Park with husband Tim. Regarding her favorite thing about Forsyth Magazines, Robin said, "It's hard to narrow it down to one specific thing, but meeting all of the wonderful people I come in contact with and being a small part of local businesses' success is top of the list!"
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Yesterday, the second Eclipse Stammtisch Hamburg took place. It was nice to see the Hamburger community again. I had the opportunity to speak with Ralph about the activities in consortium and about the innovation netoworks, about German education system and other subjects. It was a very interesting discussion, even it was a non-technical one. Later, we discussed the xText development with Peter.
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Everyone agrees that the Beatles have greatly influenced most of today's music. But how much has this affected the Monkees? Here's their answer.
The American sound. The British sound. Are they really different today? Do the Monkees represent the American sound?
"It's the group that makes the difference. We just represent our own sound, and if the American people want to call it theirs, that's cool," according to Davy.
All of the Monkees are working to develop their own Monkee sound.
Micky has worked with electronic music for several years now and he's anxious to do more with this in future Monkee music. He's just gotten a new electronic gadget which the group is working with. It reproduces various electronic sounds. "Peter is doing more and more interesting things on the piano and I'm getting flexible on the pedal steel guitar. As you grow, you grow." Mike speaking.
Whatever exciting things the Monkees have done so far, you can bet that tomorrow they will have newer and much more exciting things for their fans. The Monkees are not about to sit still.


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Your LIC to host virtual public workshop on density and mixed-use opportunities
By Angélica Acevedo
Photo courtesy of Your LIC
A previously postponed workshop for Your LIC, the waterfront project four developers are undertaking to develop 28-acre land along Anable Basin, is set to take place on June 30.
Facilitated by Dr. Gail O. Mellow and Bishop Mitchell Taylor, the virtual workshop, titled "Density & Uses: Comprehensive Planning for an Inclusive LIC," will take place via Zoom from 6 to 8 p.m., when participants will be allowed to voice their ideas on the potential density and mix of uses for this project. It will mark the fifth workshop held for the project.
The workshop will include breakout rooms to allow for more thorough discussions on key topics, such as "Height & Density," "Urban Design & the 15-Minute Neighborhood," "Tech & Innovation," "Resiliency & Energy," and "Mixed-Use Planning & Regional Impacts."
A Zoom link to the workshop will be sent via Your LIC's e-blast distribution list and posted on the dedicated event page in the days leading up to the workshop.
Your LIC has hosted four other workshops since November 2019; three were held in-person and the fourth one was made virtual due to COVID-19. The project's stakeholders — MAG Partners, Plaxall, Simon Baron Development, and TF Cornerstone — were brought together by the New York City Council last summer so they could create a comprehensive plan for the waterfront, which is the same site Amazon HQ2 sought, with input from the community. Takeaways from all workshops and online conversations can be found here.
Last month, the stakeholders revealed they are looking to develop 10 to 12 million square feet of the 28-acre land with up to 15 buildings that range from 400 to 700 feet in height, or 37 to 64 stories. They said 50 percent of their development will mainly be commercial, with little information about what the other 50 percent will be used for. They are looking to have seven acres of public open space, as originally planned.
Your LIC stakeholders did not specify whether the plans have been adjusted or reconsidered due to the pandemic.
The project has been criticized by many members of the community, who say there is still a lack of transparency from developers. Earlier this year during a Community Board 2 meeting, Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney said "public land should be for public purpose," adding that the community should consider increasing the amount of parkland as "one of the most underserved in the city in terms of green land."
A group of local organizations created OurLIC.nyc to counter the Your LIC plans, so as to develop the land as a community land trust and transform the Department of Education building, which is on the land currently being considered, as a multi-purpose community hub.
For more information on upcoming events, visit YourLIC.nyc.
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Namcor oil storage report exposes shortcomings
The mines ministry says it is not to be blamed for design flaws that pushed up the price of the controversial oil storage facility. This is after leaked documents exposed its initial shortcomings.
04 October 2021 | Energy
The storage tanks at the fuel tank farm, located in Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay. Photo Leandrea Louw
The National Oil Storage Facility. Photo Namcor
A due diligence report sanctioned by the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor) as well as sensitive ministerial correspondence into the state of the National Oil Storage Facility have given insight into how government scrambled to rectify botched designs and poor workmanship at the facility.
Documents seen by Namibian Sun indicate that the initial project design lacked key structural components such as an internal firefighting system, dedicated jet fuel line, municipal sewage and water reroute, substation at tank farm as well as other critical components to enable the facility to operate optimally.
These, amongst others, ended pushing up the project price from N$3.7 billion to N$5.6 billion.
Government mainly blamed the price escalation on currency fluctuations, initially projected at over N$955 million, but other factors such as the design flaws hardly saw the light of day.
The leaked 2020 report titled 'Technical Due Diligence and Risk Assessment Report for the Takeover of the Management of the National Oil Storage Facility' was sanctioned by Namcor to ensure that the facility indeed met global standards to prevent any possible issues that might place the company at risk once it takes over the facility.
The mines and energy ministry, however, said it will not take the blame for the 'botched' oil storage designs that were picked up at a later stage, despite prior explicit warnings from industry players that the designs were not in line with international standards.
Bending over backwards
Correspondences seen by Namibian Sun also indicate that the mines ministry lobbied the Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) to increase the project cost.
The leadership of the board allegedly had to bend over backwards to approve the N$1.9 billion increase.
Mines ministry executive director Simeon Negumbo on 24 July 2017 wrote to CPBN head Patrick Swartz requesting approval to increase the project cost to cater for variation costs, currency fluctuations as well as delayed claims and interest charges.
The increment was to cater for an internal firefighting system (N$115 million), dedicated jet fuel A1 line (N$105 million), municipal sewage and water reroute (N$4.5 million), substation at tank farm (N$4.1 million), substation at onshore station (N$2.8 million), purchase of 5 187 square metres of land (N$24 million) and currency exchange fluctuations (N$687 million).
Negumbo said the contractor had to be paid N$199 million because "government was unable to pay the contractor for six months" during 2016.
A further N$24 million in interest payments had to be paid due to the delay.
Swartz responded to Negumbo three days later granting the request.
He also approved the projected foreign fluctuation of over N$955 million.
An incorporated joint venture between China Harbour Engineering Company, the Roads Contractor Company and Babyface Civils was the contractor.
Om'kumoh AIJ was the consultant representing government.
As expected, Namcor's fears were confirmed when investigators discovered design flaws and poor workmanship.
The report also found electrical equipment installation flaws, poor installation of cables, no back-up generator at the terminal, corrosion of sensitive equipment as well as lack of essential amenities, amongst others.
Changes explained away
Negumbo last week defended the cost escalations, saying decisions were not taken in isolation and that key stakeholders such as Namcor and the CPBN were consulted.
"The project fell under the authority of an inter-ministerial steering committee under which an inter-ministerial technical committee falls and under which an internal steering committee also fell. Decisions relating to additional cost or related items are then cascaded through the legal systems, processes and institutions for final decision-making through the CPBN," he said.
"The terms of reference in the tender were primarily provided by the end-users. Namcor and the Namibia Ports Authority, as the end-users, conducted the feasibility studies for each of their respective sections," he added.
Regarding the internal firefighting system, Negumbo said it had to be altered from a fresh water firefighting system to a seawater firefighting system as the municipality was unable to meet the demand for fresh water in the event of a fire.
As for the alteration of the A1 fuel pipeline, Negumbo said Namcor had indicated that they would use a combined line for diesel and jet fuel.
"However, during construction, the end-user expressed a preference for a dedicated line in accordance with international best practices and to mitigate any risk with such a sensitive product such as jet fuel. This necessitated the variation," he said.
Meanwhile, explaining the need to acquire more land, Negumbo said the ministry opted to purchase additional land to enhance the functionality and user-friendliness of the facility - particularly with respect to the turning of large trucks.
With regard to the planned rerouting of municipal services, he said: "Some services that were present underground were not shown on the municipal plans and therefore the rerouting of services had to be done and was an unforeseen event that the contractor had to be compensated for."
Government earlier this year handed the facility over to Namcor to operate and maintain it.


Placer County, California is a great place to paddle boat. You can hire or charter a paddle boat for a day of fun. Take in the beautiful scenery and spend quality time with your friends and family while having the perfect day on the water. From birthday celebrations and stag or hens parties to family holidays, Placer County, California is the perfect paddle boat hire destination.


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Taylor, Todd. "Ten Commandments for Computers and Composition." The Longman Sourcebook for Writing Program Administrators. New York: Pearson, Inc., 2008. 228-242.
This is a preview of Todd Taylor's "Ten Commandments for Computers and Composition" .


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Stranville Living is pleased to introduce you all to this perfectly designed and potential revenue property that you have so tirelessly been searching for. The Falkirk Duplex allows you to create an inviting home on one-side while giving you the added bonus of creating a steady revenue stream in the second.
The Falkirk offers some amazing features that will suit both your buying and investing needs. These duplexes are currently labeled as available and "under construction", so please contact our Country Meadows West sales consultant, Brody Prete for more in-depth information and find out how you can make this both your new home and investment property!


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package arena.game.gameoflife

import scala.swing._
import scala.swing.event._

object SwingMain extends SimpleSwingApplication {

  def top = new MainFrame {
    title = "Conway's Game of Life"

    val startStopButton = new Button("Stop")
    val fasterButton = new Button("+")
    val slowerButton = new Button("-")
    val randomButton = new Button("Random")
    val gameGrid = new GameGrid

    contents = new BorderPanel() {

      import BorderPanel._

      add(new FlowPanel {
        contents += startStopButton
        contents += fasterButton
        contents += slowerButton
        contents += randomButton
      }, Position.North)
      add(gameGrid, Position.Center)

      border = Swing.EmptyBorder(10, 10, 10, 10)
    }

    gameGrid._board = gameGrid._board.evolve()
    listenTo(startStopButton)
    listenTo(randomButton)
    listenTo(fasterButton)
    listenTo(slowerButton)
    listenTo(gameGrid)

    reactions += {
      case WindowOpened(_) => gameGrid.start
      case WindowClosed(_) => gameGrid ! Exit
      case ButtonClicked(`randomButton`) => gameGrid ! Randomize
      case ButtonClicked(`fasterButton`) => gameGrid ! AdjustSpeed(50)
      case ButtonClicked(`slowerButton`) => gameGrid ! AdjustSpeed(-50)

      case ButtonClicked(`startStopButton`) => {
        startStopButton.text match {
          case "Stop" => gameGrid ! SetUpdating(false); startStopButton.text = "Start"
          case _ => gameGrid ! SetUpdating(true); startStopButton.text = "Stop"
        }
      }
      case UIElementResized(`gameGrid`) => {
        val gWidth = gameGrid.size.width;
        val gHeight = gameGrid.size.height;
        // Adjust size if the gameGrid is not square
        if (gWidth < gHeight) {
          self.setSize(size.width, size.height - gHeight + gWidth)
        } else if (gameGrid.size.width > gameGrid.size.height) {
          self.setSize(size.width - gWidth + gHeight, size.height)
        }
      }
    }
  }

}


The use of mobile technologies in medicine, or mHealth, holds promise to improve health worker (HW) performance, but evidence is mixed. We conducted a cluster-randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effect of text message reminders to HWs in outpatient health facilities (HFs) on quality of care for malaria, pneumonia, and diarrhea in Malawi. After a baseline HF survey (2,360 patients) in January 2015, 105 HFs were randomized to three arms: 1) text messages to HWs on malaria case management; 2) text messages to HWs on malaria, pneumonia, and diarrhea case management (latter two for children < 5 years); and 3) control arm (no messages). Messages were sent beginning April 2015 twice daily for 6 months, followed by an endline HF survey (2,536 patients) in November 2015. An intention-to-treat analysis with difference-in-differences binomial regression modeling was performed. The proportion of patients with uncomplicated malaria managed correctly increased from 42.8% to 59.6% in the control arm, from 43.7% to 55.8% in arm 1 (effect size -4.7%-points, 95% confidence interval (CI): -18.2, 8.9, P = 0.50) and from 30.2% to 50.9% in arm 2 (effect size 3.9%-points, 95% CI: -14.1, 22.0, P = 0.67). Prescription of first-line antibiotics to children < 5 years with clinically defined pneumonia increased in all arms, but decreased in arm 2 (effect size -4.1%-points, 95% CI: -42.0, 33.8, P = 0.83). Prescription of oral rehydration solution to children with diarrhea declined slightly in all arms. We found no significant improvements in malaria, pneumonia, or diarrhea treatment after HW reminders, illustrating the importance of rigorously testing new interventions before adoption.
Namuyinga, R., Shah, M.P., Bauleni, A., Troell, P., Zurovac, D., Rowe, A.K.


The plan this weekend was to catch up some blogging but then on the cab ride to the bus station to catch a ride to Philly I realized I left my laptop charger on my bed. So much for trying to get some much needed reading done this weekend. Then on top of it my camera's batteries died. Fail!!
Thursday night I had dinner with Matt, the last for a month. He left for California on Saturday for another medical school rotation.
We made use of my CSA lime basal (this stuff is amazing, smells just like lime), peppers, and a few other ingredients picked up for the market and threw together a Thai inspired clams dish.
Heat the olive oil in a large sauce pan. One oil is hot add garlic, onion, ginger, bell pepper, and crushed pepper. Cook until limp, about 3 minutes. Add in coconut milk and wine, stir, bring to a boil. Add clams and cook an additional 3-5 minutes (clams should be open at this point if not cook for 1-2 minutes longer). Add lime and basal and stir.
Serve on top of a bed of rice.


Cardiac Science Corporation is initiating what it is calling a "voluntary field correction of" a limited number of automated external defibrillators (AED) manufactured between July 1, 2011, and December 30, 2011. The affected AEDs contain a component that may fail unexpectedly due to a supplier manufacturing defect. If the component were to fail during a rescue attempt, the AED may not deliver adequate defibrillation therapy. Failure of the component may affect resuscitation of the patient, which could lead to serious adverse events or death.
Headquartered in Bothell, Washington, just north of Seattle, Cardiac Science, an Opto Cardiac Care Ltd. company also has operations in California, Wisconsin, China, Central Europe, Denmark, France, and the United Kingdom. Cardiac Science develops, manufactures, and markets a family of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic cardiology devices and systems, including automated external defibrillators.
During the company's standard quality-control processes a supplied component manufacturing defect was identified which has the potential to cause the defibrillator to fail to deliver adequate defibrillation therapy, although there have been no reported instances where failure of this component has resulted in this eventuality. The unit's self test may not detect the failure or impending failure of the component.
The affected models include Powerheart® 9300A, 9300E, 9300P, 9390A, and 9390E, and GE Responder® 2019198 and 2023440. In addition, certain CardioVive® 92532 and 92533 and Nihon Kohden 9200G and 9231 models serviced during this time are also affected.
The company notified customers in possession of an AED that is impacted by this issue were notified in January 2012. Customers with impacted devices should contact the company immediately at 1.888.402.2484 (in the United States), +1.425.402.2482 (outside the United States) or at aed210@cardiacscience.com. Customers can view more information on this recall and specifics about product correction at www.cardiacscience.com/AED210. At this site, customers may also confirm if their AED is affected.


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Multi-Award Winning Producer and Label Head JORI SJÖROOS shares "GOTH PERREO"
Label head and multi-award-winning producer JORI SJÖROOS has released "GOTH PERREO", taken from his upcoming album SJÖROOTS on the 27th of November via 11 ONES. Chisu provides the stunning vocals for the single. The renowned producer has won more than 10 Finnish Grammys (Emma-Award), the Finnish Performance Rights Organization Award, the Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture Award and has composed and produced albums that have gone on to sell more than 600 000 copies worldwide.
Over the years, JORI SJÖROOS has played in a number of big festivals, including FLOW 2011, FLOW 2014, Flow 2016 and more recently, RUISROCK 2019, PROVINSSIROCK 2019 and ILOSAARIROCK 2019. As producer and composer for the band PMMP, JORI SJÖROOS has performed at 2 sold-out big arena shows and appeared at numerous festivals. Together with his wife Chisu, he runs the independent record label, 11 ONES and as both a solo artist and part of PMMP, the producer has collected hundreds of millions of views across streaming platforms.
While he is currently based in Porvoo, Finland, JORI SJÖROOS grew up a few hours away in the small town of Turku and spent some time living in London in the nineties, sending demos to the local labels. The Finnish musician finds inspiration in a diverse range of artists, citing the likes of FKA Twigs, Radiohead, Cocteau Twins and Massive Attack. However, "GOTH PERREO" draws parallels to some of the more experimental stylings of Bjork, Aphex Twin, μ-Ziq and Oneohtrix Point Never.
Chisu, responsible for the impressive vocals on "GOTH PERREO" is also one of Finland's most acclaimed and successful artists. She has won 12 Finnish Grammys (including being the first woman ever to win Producer Of The Year in 2009) and was nominated for a further 5 Finnish Grammys before going on to win the Album of The Year award in 2019. Songwriter, producer and label head, Chisu has collected hundreds of millions of views across streaming platforms, with Spotify alone taking her to over 35 million streams and her album sales soaring past the 300 000 mark.
Mixing the eloquent and classical vocals of Chisu with distorted and enhanced electronic beats, JORI SJÖROOS chooses to continuously challenge listeners, taking unexpecting turns in style refusing to conform to any expectations for the music. "GOTH PERREO", aptly named and dramatically gothic in all the right notes, manages to meld dark and light together in a revolutionary way.
JORI SJÖROOS tells us about the inspiration for "GOTH PERREO", "I was jamming with a reggaeton beat and wanted to push it as dark as possible. I had this image of 2 people twerking each other in a dark club built in a church made of stone. I needed some classic vibes for the song so I requested opera vocals from my wife who's an artist and an extraordinary singer. I'm inspired by the freaky Latin American underground reggaeton/dancehall movement called "Neo Perreo", and as a fan, I wanted to do my own "Perreo" which became "GOTH PERREO"."


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by Nicolas Saby · November 6, 2020
The Pedometrics Commission of the International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS) makes a biennial award, which is intended to recognize up-and-coming talent in pedometrics. The award is named for Margaret Oliver, in recognition of her outstanding commitment to the promotion and encouragement of pedometricians in the early stages of their careers as well as her overall service to pedometrics. The award will be given at each biennial meeting of the Pedometrics Commission; the next award will be at Pedometrics 2021, Ubud, Bali, 14th-18th June 2021.
The previous award recipients are
2017: Dr Thomas G. Orton
2019: Dr Vera Leatitia (Titia) Mulder
Requirements and eligibility for the award of the Margaret Oliver award:
Nominees must have:
(1) received a PhD degree or equivalent no more than six years before the nomination deadline of 1st-February-2021; that is, the degree must have been awarded after 01-February-2015
(2) made high-quality contributions to pedometrics, as evidenced by published work, conference presentations, workshops, field guides, etc.
(3) at the time of the award be active in pedometrics and with a prospect of so continuing "Pedometrics" is broadly defined as the application of mathematics or statistics in soil science.
Nominations procedure
1) Nominations for the Margaret Oliver Award should be made by a colleague or colleagues who know the person's work well — these do not have to be IUSS members or active in pedometrics. The proposer(s) should submit the following on behalf of their nominee:
(a) a supporting letter, of up to 4 sides of A4, signed by the proposer(s) explaining why this nominee should be awarded the Margaret Oliver Award, with respect to the conditions outlined in the section "requirements and eligibility" above. The date of award of the nominee's degree of PhD or equivalent should be clearly stated. Please note that nominations which do not include a separate signed nomination letter which addresses the criteria for the award explictly will be returned for revision with no extension to the deadline.
(b) a curriculum vitae of no more than six pages that gives one or more the following, always showing clear relevance to pedometrics:
i. publications (journal, book, popular…)
ii. positions held
iii. research undertaken
iv. education of others
v. teaching courses developed
vi. leadership and management of research projects
vii. service (broadly defined) to the pedometrics community.
2) Nominations should be sent before 01-February-2021 to the Chairman of the Pedometrics award committee:
RM Lark at murray.lark(at) nottingham.ac.uk with the subject line "Oliver Award 2021"
3) The nominations will be evaluated by the award committee:
Murray Lark, University of Nottingham, U.K.
Sabine Grunwald, University of Florida, U.S.A.
Gerard Heuvelink, ISRIC World Soil Information and Wageningen University, The Netherlands
Yang Lin, Nanjing Normal University, Peoples' Republic of China
Alessandro Samuel-Rosa, Federal University of Technology, Paraná, Brazil.
Uta Stockmann, CSIRO, Australia.
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19-year-old has miraculous recovery after battling severe scoliosis
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John Sarcona was only 17 years old when he was admitted to NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in New York City for life-threatening scoliosis that he described as forcing his spine to "bend by the hour."
Two years later, following an amazing recovery, he is learning to drive and is enjoying his first year of college.
Growing up with kyphoscoliosis
Since he was 6 years old, Sarcona has had 18 surgeries for a severe form of scoliosis known as kyphoscoliosis. The condition is a combination of kyphosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine, and scoliosis, a sideways curvature of the spine.
"Before surgeries, I was a normal kid," Sarcona told "Good Morning America." "I didn't have any restrictions, even from early signs of scoliosis, until we started to see it was more prominent."
In addition to the undergoing surgeries every six months, Sarcona was provided with a plastic brace to help stabilize his body throughout the day. However, the brace also made it difficult for him to do ordinary tasks, such as bending down to tie his shoes and running.
"It was hard for the fact that he loved sports," his mother, Joanne Sarcona, said in a video interview with the hospital. "As he was getting older, not fitting in was really starting to take a toll on him."
But John Sarcona had a strong support system in his family and friends, who would sign his brace and put stickers on it to help encourage him to get through the process.
He was instructed to wear his brace for 18 hours a day, but as his body started to grow, his spine started to bend an extra 15 degrees.
When another one of his doctors learned about how long he had been told to wear his brace for each day, he said, "if you were to wear it for 18 hours like you were, you would have had a bigger problem than scoliosis."
'The most painful experience I've ever had'
When John Sarcona was young, he had rods inserted into his spine to help with his kyphoscoliosis. In the summer of 2016, while at a baseball game, he received a call from his mother, who had discovered that one of his shirts had blood stains on it. Later, when she examined his back, she noticed six areas where the rods were protruding.
"His back was so bad that they looked like cysts on his spine," she shared with "GMA."
During this time, John Sarcona's weight went down to 78 pounds and his breathing levels declined.
"I was shocked, confused and scared to death," Joanne Sarcona said. "I felt [like] I was dying with my son."
She took him to a specialist at NewYork-Presbyterian to undergo surgery that prior surgeons had said posed a "99.9 percent risk that John would be paralyzed from the neck down."
A miraculous experience
Doctors at the hospital told John Sarcona that his spine, which was shaped like a "C," was "bending by the hour" and that he needed surgery immediately.
"Basically, he was being crushed to death," his mom said.
"His spine was collapsing," NewYork-Presbyterian's Dr. Lawrence Lenke said in a video interview with the hospital. "His chin was heading towards his chest and his whole upper spine was collapsing onto his heart and lungs."
In November 2016, Lenke and his staff performed spinal reconstructive surgery on John Sarcona, using a device known as a halo traction. The procedure involved surgically implanting a ring around his head "and putting a traction weight that would slowly stretch out his spine."
"It was crazy to see… in that first week my neck started to straighten out," John said. "That was special for my parents to see how much better I was looking. It definitely put a smile on my face."
He said that during the five weeks in which he stayed at the hospital, he noticed an immediate difference in how he felt.
"People say their first steps afterward almost feel like you're in a new body and your legs will feel different," John Sarcona said. "It was such a unique feeling, like my center of gravity had changed. I felt so much straighter sitting up on my bed for the first time."
His mother, who stayed with him every day, was also in awe of his progress. "You just felt this amazing positive-ness at the hospital," she said. "Everything was falling into place."
A new body and a new life
This year marks a new chapter in John Sarcona's life. He stands seven inches taller, plays golf and basketball with his friends, is learning how to drive and he started his first semester at Nassau Community College. He credits much of his miraculous journey to Lenke, NewYork-Presbyterian and his parents.
"We learned in our time of challenge [to] put your faith and trust on overdrive," Joanne Sarcona said. "You have to maintain a positive attitude in any way possible."
"I feel very motivated and accomplished to know that I have overcome so much," John said. "I'm at a state where I feel on a level with everyone else, something I've never felt before."
He added, "I feel a sense of freedom, knowing that there's not a date over my head for when the next surgery is."
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EU aims to roll-out mobile TV by Euro 2008 championship
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At CeBIT, officials announced that Europe aims to roll out mobile TV services in time for the European football championship in 2008, which will be hosted by Austria and Switzerland. Market studies indicate that mobile television could win 100 million subscribers throughout Europe by 2010. The global market could be worth 11.4 billion euros (15.2 billion dollars) by 2009, according to the EU. Britain, Finland and Italy have already seen brisk growth in their mobile TV markets and Germany is running a pilot project in the western city of Duesseldorf after a test run during last summer's football World Cup. EU Telecom and Media Commissioner Viviane Reding said the European Commission had already invested about 40 million euros in research. Reding noted that competing regions were seizing on the potential as well, with China preparing a mobile TV trial at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing.
Two technologies are currently competing on the market: T-DMB (Terrestrial Digital Multimedia Broadcasting) and DVB-H (Digital Video Broadcasting for Handhelds), each with different bands and channelling. Reding came out at the CeBIT in favour of DVB-H, which has already been adopted by Italy and Finland and won the support of the French government. She told reporters it was essential to avert a costly rivalry between the two standards: "I am disappointed by the lack of progress made so far. To fully reap the benefits of this market and to export a European model for mobile TV as we did with GSM for mobile phones, industry and member states must work more closely together to devise a common approach."
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James Allen Morkert
JIM MORKERT
On September 6, 2021, we lost Jim Morkert (age 80) while fishing at his favorite fly-fishing spot, Thompson River, in a tragic accident.
At the time of his death, he was a resident of Trout Creek, Montana. Jim was born in Polson, Montana, on September 29, 1940, to Edison and Marjorie Morkert. He went to school in Thompson Falls and joined the Navy in 1958. He served six years in the Navy, including the last half of a world cruise on the USS Canberra, a guided missile cruiser. After his Navy service he worked in heavy road construction and began his 35-year career with Peter Kiewit & Sons soon after. He retired from the Northwest Division of Kiewit in 1996 as the District Equipment Superintendent and returned to his home in Montana.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Dick and Pete Morkert and his son, Tim Morkert.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife, Maureen of Trout Creek; brother, Howard (Liz) Morkert of Trout Creek; sister, Carol (Bob) Pedley of Thompson Falls; daughter, Tina (Craig) Stoess of Vancouver, Washington; daughter, Shauna (Jack) Gillentine of Granbury, Texas; daughter, Michelle Morkert of Camas, Washington; son, Paul (Kathy) Harper of Three Forks, Montana; daughter, Summer Morkert of Washougal, Washington; and eight grandchildren.
There is a Morkert family tradition of hunting and fishing which Jim so enjoyed and loved to share with his brothers, grandchildren, cousins, veterans and more. Even though everyone is scattered all over the western states, they are drawn back to Montana every year to reconnect through hunting and fishing.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life is planned for Sunday, April 3, 2022. Jim was a long-time member of the Cabinet Ridge Riders and president for eight years. In lieu of flowers or gifts, please send donations to the Cabinet Ridge Riders' Groomer Fund (CRR, P.O. Box 1577, Trout Creek, MT 59874). Jim was instrumental in the groomer's upkeep and it was his wish to see it succeed.


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My student Yeeling Tai performing
Big Character Hand (Dai Sup Ji Kyun) from the
Jeung Lai Chun White Eyebrow System
(Bak-Mei Pai)
My student Yeeling Tai Performing Bak Mei Gwan/Dai Jaan Gwan/White Eyebrow Staff
My student Jarred Reiss winning First Place in Bak Mei White Eyebrow Kung- Fu Ground Killing Fist (Dae Sak Kyun)
Priest Bak-Mei
Pak Mei (also known as Bak Mei, Pak Mee, and Pai Mai) is believed to be one of the Five Elders of the Shaolin who survived a fire that destroyed the main temple at Henan and the subsequent slaughter of the monks that lived there. The attack was carried out in 1647 at the hands of the newly emerged Ching (Qing) Dynasty (1644–1911) and led to the emergence of a number of new styles of kung fu, including the one developed and named after the legendary Pak Mei.
Sources for the Legend of Pak Mei Early sources on Pak Mei and his fellow elders are scarce so oral history and a novel called Wan Nian Qing from the late Ching Dynasty period have to be relied upon when learning about the master. The book is the only contemporary text that gives details on the Shaolin from the period and is thought to combine real people, places and events with fictional ones. This leads some scholars to doubt the validity of the story of the Five Elders and question whether they even existed. However, when combined with the oral tradition and the fighting styles that were passed down the generations, it seems likely that there is at least some kernel of truth behind the kung fu legend of Pak Mei and his associates. His involvement in the burning of the Shaolin Temple is set in controversy. Some stories have it that he was a traitor to the previous leaders, the Ming, and worked for the conquering Ching Emperor that was responsible for the burning of the temple which had become a hub of resistance against them. Others maintain however that he was actually working as a spy, aiding the Shaolin and Ming Rebellion. If he was a double agent, there are also conflicting accounts on Pak Mei's involvement in the resistance movement after the escape of the Five Elders. Some say he lost faith in the cause and quit it while others believe that he was instrumental in the forming of the Heaven and Earth Society, a secret organisation that would continue the struggle to restore the Ming Dynasty for generations to come.
Master Diaz Performs 9 Step Push
Gao Bo Tui - Bak Mei
Bak Mei fundamental techniques
What is Pak Mei Kung Fu?
The overall fighting style of Pak Mei is one of explosive power, strongly influenced by the ferociousness of the tiger combined with the sharpness of the leopard; it also incorporates some elements of the Shaolin Snake, Crain and Dragon styles.
Weapons are utilised by exponents of Pak Mei kung fu extensively, the most important of which are;
The Staff (Gwun) – A heavy cone shaped pole
The Broadsword (Dan Dao) – Literally meaning Single Knife, this weapon is the Chinese equivalent of a sabre
The Tiger Fork (Dai Pa) – A three pronged weapon traditionally used to hunt tigers
The Bench (Dang) – A wooden bench
Butterfly Swords (Wu Dip Seung Dao) – A pair of single edged knives with short blades
As with many styles from Southern China, the art of Pak Mei kung fu utilises four essential principles; Floating (fou), Sinking (chum), Swallowing (tun) and Spitting (tou). More uniquely, it also utilises the effects of six sources of power; Teeth (Ngaa), Neck (But), Shoulder (Gin), Hands (Sau), Waist (Jiu) and Feet (Goek).
It also emphasises deadly close range hand strikes, in particular with Phoenix-Eye Fist, (an attack with an extended knuckle) and the moves often focus on trapping the attack of the opponent while simultaneously striking. Joint locks are also commonly used, as are Tiger Claw and Southern Eagle Claw which, as the names suggest, involve using the hands as claws.
The Lineage of Pak Mei Kung Fu
According to kung fu legend, at some point after his escape from the burning temple, Pak Mei is said to have gone to Mount Emei, where he taught his style to the Chan (Zen) master Gwong Wai who then passed it on to Juk Faat Wan. For generations, the style was kept a secret, being passed down a small number of family lineages until it was eventually revealed to the world in the 19th century by three masters; Pak Ree Wong, So Qyin Chaun and Lee Fat Chan, who allowed Pak Mei kung fu to begin to spread around Chinese villages and bordering territories such as Vietnam.


At Devonalds we aim to make our cost structure as clear as possible and to provide a service or product to suit all requirements and budgets. Below is a breakdown of our current fees, though do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further explanation of your options.
Whichever aspect of Family Law your case relates to, we offer a one off consultation with one of our expert lawyers. This consultation will allow us to fully explain the funding options for your case and provide some general procedural advice on your particular case.
We can offer up to 1 hour advice appointment allowing us to advise you in relation to the area of law you are concerned about as well as to allow us to advise you of the likely merits of your case and the options available to progress the case.
We appreciate that for many, the prospect of managing a case yourself may be undesirable.
Our services are always available to our clients on a traditional hourly rate charging basis. The rates charged by the lawyer representing you will depend upon that lawyers' level of experience.
All hourly rates are broken down into 6 minute units when time costing, and rounded up to the nearest unit. Any travel and waiting times, such as at Court, are charged at half the lawyer's normal hourly rate. Please note fees will include additional mileage charges and disbursements as required.
We will ensure that an estimate of our fees is provided to you in clear terms at the earliest possible occasion.
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Below follows a breakdown of our fixed fee services for all family cases.
Fixed Fee services are always available in respect of an undefended Divorce, whether as Petitioner or Respondent. This service includes meeting and advising you on the procedure for Divorce, the preparation and handling of all documentation and corresponding with the other party and the Court.
Disbursements for Petitioner's are typically £550.00 for the Court Issue and Decree Absolute fees.
Respondents must be aware they could face a claim for costs by the other party, which is not covered within these fees.
Note: This level covers Divorce only and any advice on children's or financial matters will need to be managed under an alternative service. Should a Divorce become defended then fees will automatically revert to our hourly charging rates.
For Matrimonial Finances and Children's cases we have broken down our fixed fees into clear sections. This should allow you to decide which level of service you require and ensure you are aware of the costs before you agree our to us completing the work on your behalf, as well as how much work is being undertaken for the price paid.
Note 1: There maybe additional costs required, such as reports Ordered by the Court. The cost for any such disbursements are not covered in our fixed fees. Mileage charges for attendance at Court/Conference are 45 pence per mile. In addition any parking charges will be payable.
Note 2: Our fees are based upon representation at Court within 10 miles of the office at which your file is held.
Our costs for meeting and advising you on financial matters, reasonable correspondence with the other side in trying to negotiate a settlement, up to, but not including the preparation and issue of any Court Application or final consent order.
Cases where total capital assets including pensions and any other Policies total under £50,000.00.
Note: £300.00 plus VAT additional fee payable for every £250,000.00 in total disputed assets or part thereof value over £250,000.00 including pension assets.
Representation at the first court hearing and any subsequent directions hearings (provided they are not contested) within 10 miles.
Representation at the first court hearing and any subsequent directions hearings (provided they are not contested) over 10 miles.
On-going representation between any directions hearings.
Note: £100.00 plus VAT additional fee payable for every £250,000.00 in total disputed assets value over £250,000.00 including pension assets.
Note: £250.00 plus VAT additional fee payable for every £250,000.00 in total disputed assets value over £250,000.00 including pension assets.
Note: £200.00 plus VAT additional fee payable for every £250,000.00 in total disputed assets value over £300,000.00 including pension assets.
Where you have received a Court application our costs for meeting and advising you and any correspondence with the Court of the other party.
Representation at the first court hearing and any subsequent directions hearings or between directions hearings.
Note: Additional fee of £100.00 per witness statement over your own statement.
NOTE – Most cases are conducted in the County Court or Family Proceedings Court before a District Judge or Magistrates. If at any stage within the proceedings your case is transferred to the Circuit Judge or the High Court we would no longer be able to offer a fixed fee service and your case would revert to hourly rates if you wish to continue to instruct us.
Please note: Our fees are subject to review. Please ensure you confirm the fee for any service with our staff before agreeing any work to be undertaken. However we will keep you informed of any proposed fee changes throughout your case.
For any assistance in relation to these fee structures, please do not hesitate to contact our staff who will be happy to assist.


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Oct. 26 - Summary of business headlines: Wall Street lifted by encouraging earnings and economic news; New optimism from euro debt summit; Former Goldman Sachs director charged in insider trading case. Bobbi Rebell reports.
Harvard Medical School Office of Communications & External Relations In today's 24-7 world, it's common to feel anxious, overburdened and stressed periodically. At this Longwood Seminar, doctors explain how the body responds to stressful situations and describe how stress affects psychological and physiological well-being. Faculty members share insight about how stress can be effectively managed.
Harvard Medical School Office of Communications & External Relations The senses make it possible to explore our surroundings and communicate in the world, but do you understand their role in the body? At this Longwood Seminar, a panel of Harvard faculty members who specialize in each of the five senses share their expertise on touch, vision, hearing, smell and taste, and discuss ways the senses can be leveraged to affect our health.
Nov. 2 - OECD Secretary General Angel Gurria says swift implementation of the euro zone debt deal needs to be backed up by lower rates and more stimulus spending in order to save the debt-ridden region.
Les hauts plateaux de l'Imerina, à Madagascar, abritent encore, sur certaines zones, une forêt essentiellement peuplée de tapias.
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This square is dominated by Great Manshead Hill and is mostly peaceful moorland, without roads or buildings.
Douglas Wilson talks about his time as the Masked Rider at Texas Tech University.
Nov. 22 - As Monarch butterflies migrate to Mexico's forested mountains in Michoacan, biologists fear droughts in the U.S. and Mexico will affect their numbers. Elly Park reports.
Oct. 28 - Morningstar analyst Rick Summer discusses why he thinks buying into the Groupon IPO is a bad bet for investors.


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Elena Delle Donne and Amanda Clifton Named The Knot 2017 Dream Wedding Couple
Photo by The Knot/Hudson Nichols Photography
The pair will exchange vows this summer.
By Lisa Dukart
Delaware basketball star and Olympic gold medalist Elena Delle Donne keeps scoring, both on the court and off. On Feb. 16, she and her fiancé, Amanda Clifton, were named The Knot 2017 Dream Wedding Couple. The wedding brand pulls out all the stops to give one lucky couple their dream wedding, as it has since 2000.
The pair met four years ago through mutual friends and announced their engagement—both proposed to one another at separate times—last summer. The 27 year-old Delle Donne is a University of Delaware alum and currently plays for the WNBA's Washington Mystics. Clifton is the director of the De11e Donne Academy. They plan to tie the knot this summer.
For Delle Donne and Clifton that means not just a beautiful soiree, but a philanthropic aspect, as well. Through their nuptials, they plan to give back to the community. The couple has asked that in place of a gift registry, their family and friends make donations to the Elena Delle Donne Charitable Foundation which provides support for the special needs community and those suffering from Lyme Disease, both close to Delle Donne's heart. Her older sister, Lizzie, who is blind and deaf, was born with cerebral palsy and autism. Delle Donne herself knows the struggle of illness—in 2008, she was diagnosed with Lyme Disease.
In addition to supporting her foundation, Delle Donne and Clifton's wedding will also be environmentally friendly, with locally sourced ingredients and flowers. After the wedding, remaining food will be given to homeless shelters and the flowers will go to hospitals.
"Amanda and I want nothing more than to bring our family and friends together and have the best time ever. Not only are we thrilled to be the first same-sex Dream Wedding couple of The Knot, we're excited to have a platform to raise money and awareness for causes we're truly passionate about," Delle Donne said in a statement.
While the location of their wedding hasn't been released, it's sure to be beautiful and impactful in every aspect.
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Inside Elena Delle Donne and Amanda Clifton's Elegant Wedding


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Capturing high-quality photographs is a process that requires a lot of things to go right. You need the perfect lighting, the right lens, focus, and of course, let's not forget about the setting. However, even an amateur photographer knows that image stabilization is one of the most important aspects of taking the perfect photo. And I am not referring to digital stabilization, but the use of supports such as tripods and monopods. While the former is a standard piece of equipment, the latter enjoys some appreciation as well.
High-quality photography relies a lot on equipment. The better the equipment, the more good photos you can take. And it all starts with a professional camera and ends up with the support the camera stays on during use. The monopod can somewhat provide that stability. It may not be as stable and reliable as a tripod, but since not all situations require the latter, a monopod is the next best thing. There is an entire debate on whether the monopod is the right piece of equipment, especially when you can use a tripod. However, the answers depend on who is giving them and the setting in which you need to take the photo. Unfortunately, you cannot use a tripod in any given situation, and here enters the monopod.
There is no such thing as a perfect piece of equipment. You know how it is, you win some you lose some. However, the monopod is on both sides. It is the ideal tool in some cases, and lousy in others. To understand which is which, you need to explore the pros and cons of a monopod.
Lightweight and portable – the first and the most appreciated advantage of a monopod are that it weighs a lot less than a tripod. You will never find a tripod that weighs under a pound, but a monopod with that weight is entirely possible. Of course, a monopod with that weight will not have a large capacity, but still. An item that lightweight is incredibly portable. You can find yourself in a big crowd with a monopod without having to worry about.
You can stabilize long, telephoto lenses – personally, I refer to them as canons, and no, the brand has nothing to do with it. I do not know if you have ever worked with one of those, but a tripod will not suffice. There is a significant amount of weight in the front of the camera, and the center of gravity is not located in the same place as the regular That is why you need something to support the front weight and not only the base of the device.
You have an easy time installing it – this is something that probably does not interest you as much, but I find it quite Unlike a tripod, a monopod is quicker to set up. I think that the reason is self-explanatory. You have one leg instead of three. Of course, some monopods have three legs at the base, but it is not the same as a tripod.
You need to practice using a monopod – while a monopod is easy to use and set up, you need to get the hang of it. It is not something you get right from the first try. You need to learn and practice stabilization techniques until you get it right. Do not go on thinking that you need classes or anything, but you do need to invest some time in the whole thing. It is definitely more difficult than with a tripod, but you will catch on eventually.
It is not a tripod – many amateur photographers think that if they buy a monopod, they are all set. They could not be more wrong. While the monopod is ideal in certain situations, it can never replace a tripod. Especially in dark conditions. There is a time and a place for each of them, and a part of you educations as a photographer is to learn when and where that is.
Weight – a heavy monopod will beat its own purpose, which is why you should always go for a lightweight monopod. There are several of them out there that can be as lightweight as 9 ounces, but in my opinion, a monopod that exceeds 4 pounds is not something worth investing in. And 4 pounds is a lot. A heavy-duty professional monopod weighs that much. After all, you look for portability in a monopod, not something that will drag you down.
Capacity – not all monopods can withstand the same amount of weight. Some are made to support 11-pound cameras, while others can hold only 5-pound cameras. So basically, the capacity of the monopod you need depends on the weight of your camera. You can usually find that information in the specifications. Look at that and take it from there. Just make sure that you do not forget to do it before you make a purchase.
Material – the material a manufacturer uses to build the monopod determines its weight. With that being said, the most lightweight materials are aluminum and carbon fiber. Most people go for the former because carbon fiber can be very expensive. If you can afford it, then by all means, go for carbon fiber. It is a lot more resilient than aluminum. Even so, aluminum is pretty durable as well.
Non-slip base – what you are looking for in a monopod is stability. You cannot have it if the bottom is not coated with some kind of non-slip material. After all, you will position the monopod on many surfaces, and not all of them are adherent. A non-slip base is a must in my opinion.
What are the best monopods?
As I mentioned earlier, the monopod offer on the market is enormous. Choosing one may be confusing sometimes, especially if you have no experience in the matter. However, as long as you read the specifications and follow the factors you need to consider I wrote about above, you should do just fine. You can also read some monopods reviews online to learn about some of the products you like. If you do not feel like it, you can always go for one of the products presented below.
If you are looking for a professional version of a monopod, then this monopod from Digiant is what you need. It features a 3-way pan head with a quick release plate and a built-in bubble view levels that pivots up to 180 degrees. The screws on the mounting place are suitable for SLR, DSLR, video cameras, and camcorders. However, the weight of the device you are mounting cannot exceed 11 ppounds/5 kg.
This is a compact video fluid monopod. The quick twist lock secures and ensures very fast set up. The system is reliable, and you get to enjoy rapid rotation movements. The height of the monopod varies from 29 to 70 inches, which gives you an excellent angle for overhead shooting. The Digiant monopod also swivels 360 degrees, and it can tilt 15 degrees in any directions. That is possible thanks to the ball joint at the stand base. More stability is ensured by the 9.4-inch retractable feet.
The Digiant monopod is incredibly portable and is ideal for traveling. It features a wrist strap and a foam hand grip for a comfortable and secure hold. The package includes a carrying bag for safe transportation. All of its incredible features will make you enjoy it. It may be a bit pricier than most monopods. But in my opinion, it is worth every single penny.
If the previous monopod is too pricey for you, take a look at the Altura Photo monopod. It is among the cheapest monopods you can find online, but the quality-price ratio is more than satisfactory. It has a lightweight aluminum design, but it still manages to withstand a lot of abuse. It can collapse down to a very compact size of only 16.75 inches. From 67 inches, that is not bad at all. The monopod weight only 8.8 ounces, which makes it one of the most lightweight monopods on the market.
The Altura Photo monopod features a universal thread mount. You can attach any camera or DSLR, video camera scope, and you can even buy the ball head (separately). However, the weight of the device must not exceed 5 pounds. The capacity is pretty low, but what else can you expect from a 0.59-pounds monopod?
This monopod ensures a pretty comfortable grip. The soft foam grip and the safety wrist strap will make sure of that. The built-in non-slip rubber foot and the retractable leg spike will help you stabilize the camera as best as you can. This may not even begin to compare with the previous product, but at the price you can buy it, you get more than enough.
If you are looking for another affordable solution, then I suggest you take a look at the AmazonBasics Monopod. It is a simple but efficient monopod that can help you stabilize your camera or any other device as best as you can. It can support video camera, still camera, and scopes, but the condition is that neither of them exceeds the 6.6-pound weight limit.
The AmazonBasics monopod features a ¼-inch universal thread mount. The length of the item is adjustable, and the four leg sections are able to come together to form a 62-inch monopod. That is pretty well considering its price. You can still use it on many occasions, including overhead shooting.
The retractable spikes at the base of the monopod, together with the non-skid rubber foot make this monopod incredibly stable. It will not slip no matter on which surface you choose to put it on. The built-in cushioned handle ensures a secure grip, and the adjustable wrist strap will make holding it a lot easier. As for the construction, the AmazonBasics monopod is made of durable aluminum, and it weighs less than a pound. In fact, it weighs only 12.6 ounces, which is among the most lightweight monopods you can find. The package includes a carrying bag for safe transportation and storage.
If you are a photographer who wants to explore the benefits of a monopod, then I suggest you go for the Digiant MP-3606 Professional Camera Monopod. Even if it is a professional monopod, I think that as a beginner you can use it just as well. It has all the features you are looking for. In my opinion, it is one of the best monopods you can find for under $100.


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Salary of a Military Lawyer
by Carol Luther; Updated June 27, 2018
1 Do JAG Attorneys Have to Go Through Basic Training?
2 At What Pay Grade Do Lawyers Enter the Air Force?
3 The Pay Scale for Army Doctors
4 How Much Do Marine Officers Make?
All five branches of the U.S. military employ lawyers who serve on active duty as members of the military's Judge Advocate General Corps. Every member of this corps is a commissioned officer with a salary that depends on rank and time in service. Beginning JAG corps salaries vary because each branch has different initial ranks for its JAGs. Coast Guard lawyers start at the highest rank, O-3. Marine, Air Force and Navy military lawyers start at the rank of O-2, and Army lawyers start at the rank of O-1.
Military lawyers practice in a wide range of legal areas as prosecutors and defenders. In some cases, they represent the United States government, and in others, they represent members of the armed services. Some JAGs specialize in military law, but others provide legal advice to service personnel about real estate, contracts or family law. Except for the Coast Guard, all JAG Corps lawyers have opportunities to practice law at international duty stations.
All branches require military lawyers to be at least third-year law students to apply for positions in the JAG Corps. To serve on active duty, you must graduate from law school and pass the bar in any state or the District of Columbia. Every branch also requires its lawyers to attend Officer Candidate School or Officer Training School for the Air Force. After graduation from OCS or OTS, military lawyers complete advanced JAG training programs required by each branch.
The president sets salaries for all branches of the military using an executive order. JAG officer salaries within rank are uniform across all branches. Because branches have different starting ranks, the 2018 salary at the rank of O-1 for newly commissioned JAG officers in the Army is $37,292. The salary for Marines, Air Force and Navy JAG officers at O-2 rank is $42,966. The salary in the Coast Guard at O-3 rank is $49,727.
Military lawyers receive substantial benefits and perks that make this career attractive. Free housing, meals, health care and travel are the most common military benefits. The JAG Corps also offers free advanced legal education to its officers who want to pursue the Master of Laws degree. Educational benefits for dependents, temporary duty travel throughout the country and internationally, and student loan forgiveness are a few of the additional active-duty perks.
All branches of the military use rank and years of service to determine officer salaries. Although some branches have lower starting salaries, promotion to a higher rank generally happens between six months to a year. One progression through the ranks from O-3 through O-10 looks like this:
O-3 (1–14 years): $49,727–$80,899
O-5 (2–22 years): $73,843–$111,362
O-6 (2–30+ years): $86,382–$139,198
O-7 (2–34+years): $108,500–$154,915
O-9 (20–34+ years): $176,357–$189,601
O-10 (20–34+ years): $189,601
Job opportunities in all branches of the military are good. Because active-duty service is voluntary, the military recruits constantly to maintain the readiness and strength of the armed forces. New opportunities arise as commissioned JAG officers advance through the ranks or retire from service. Officers who complete their initial commission commitment also have the option to continue in the Corps on reserve duty.
U.S. Veteran's Administration: Military Ranks
U.S. Coast Guard: Direct Commission Lawyer (DCL)
U.S. Marines: Marine Corps Judge Advocate
U.S. Air Force: Defend Your Country in the Courtroom
U.S. Navy JAG Corps Careers: The Path of a JAG
U.S. Army: Officer Candidate School
University of Virginia School of Law: Judge Advocate General FAQs
U.S. Office of Personnel Management: Executive Order 13819 Adjustments of Certain Rates of Pay
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Military Careers Job Outlook
Above The Law: JAG (a.k.a. Recession-Proof Lawyers) Recruitment is Way Up
Carol Luther has more than 10 years of print and digital freelance writing experience. Her freelance writing portfolio includes digital content and business articles published by leading web properties that include the Houston Chronicle, Mahalo, the Nest, USA Today, Wahm, and Zacks. Carol also has more than 20 years of business writing, curriculum development and multimedia training design and management experience.
Luther, Carol. "Salary of a Military Lawyer." Work - Chron.com, http://work.chron.com/salary-military-lawyer-25686.html. 27 June 2018.
Luther, Carol. (2018, June 27). Salary of a Military Lawyer. Work - Chron.com. Retrieved from http://work.chron.com/salary-military-lawyer-25686.html
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I first met Christopher whilst an undergraduate at Cambridge University, when he introduced me to his extensive keyboard collection at his home in Brookside on which he kindly allowed me to practise. Since then, I had the fortune of playing for him on a number of occasions, ranging from concerts and opera performances to lecture recitals. Sadly, I never heard him perform live at the keyboard.
In addition to his fame as a performer, Chris was a consummate orator. His Cambridge Classics degree no doubt nurtured his amazing ability for using rhetoric to compel audiences with an ideal combination of wide-ranging knowledge, anecdotes and wit; he could have sold fridges to the Eskimos! How I would have loved to see him spar with David Munrow at the outset of his career.
Similarly, Chris's company was remarkably stimulating. His house in Cambridge, eventually replete with two AGAs, provided a perfect environment for him to hold court with conversations ranging effortlessly from, say, the merits of Siegfried Sassoon's poetry to a history of the picnic. I particularly liked his ability to state shocking truths, clearly remembering his relish in praising wine that came from Mussolini's vineyards.
An anecdote relates that such was Gustav Leonhardt's work ethic, one of his daughters never saw his knees! This applies perfectly to Chris, his erstwhile pupil. Forever industrious, Chris was always planning a new edition or penning yet another article. His insatiable curiosity, combined with his wealth of knowledge and charismatic charm, will continue to be an example and inspiration for musicians and scholars of many specialities. It seems fitting that he often signed off correspondence: 'Sempre, Chris'.
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Hollywood Binge
"The Process" with 'Red Oaks' creator Gregory Jacobs, 1980s, Steven Soderbergh (Ep 34)
Released: Nov 6, 2017
Open (0:00), "The Process" with 'Red Oaks' creator, producer, writer Gregory Jacobs; intro (00:53), intro (1:48), making movies at age 12 shooting on a Super 8, playing for the Yankees (3:00), Steven Spielberg and 'Jaws' being such a big influence, NYU (5:10), sophomore year worked as AD for John Sayles, 'Eight Men Out,' MTV, working on music videos, Sayles being uncompromising with his scripts (8:52), Steven Soderbergh being envious, Coen Brothers and 'Millers Crossing,' storyboarding the entire move, working with Soderbergh, 'King of the Hill,' AD preparing Jacobs in efficiency and organization, working on 'A Very Brady Sequel,' working as an assistant tennis pro (18:20), creating the characters with Joe Gangemi, mapping it out as a TV series after initially thinking it would be a film, David Gordon Green, "The Pitch" for 'Red Oaks' 'The Graduate' and 'Caddyshack,' 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High,' the casting, Craig Roberts, Paul Reiser, Ennis Esmer, Richard Kind, Jennifer Grey, shooting the pilot (29:45), the waiting, Amazon was the only platform that guaranteed the pilot would be seen, had more material, looked season 3 as a movie (35:00), happy endings, David and Skye plan if the series went longer (37:59), the music, Hal Hartley never doing TV before (41:15), Amy Heckerling, Nash and Skip, Writing "Antagonist" with another side, Mar-a-Lago (46:30), writing the next project, Scott and Josh talk 'Red Oaks' (51:16), Talking Heads, in 15 years will people think 'Red Oaks' was filmed in the 1980s?, the music, a nice small core of directors for all 3 seasons, sweetness and heart, Freddie Roman, Catskills, "Body Swap" episode, Richard Kind hitting Sam's sadness while singing "Rhinestone Cowboy" at a Karaoke bar, Mar-a-Lago, those forgotten Amazon shows, Tim Roth in Amazon's new series 'Tin Star,' 'Mindhunter,' Starz drops 'The Girlfriend Experience,' Errol Morris semi-scripted Netflix mini-series 'Wormwood,' Netflix new series 'Godless.' Goodbye.


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I also told my younger students that I was born on Mars, but that's another story. Which has nothing to do with Tbilisi. So I'll shut up now.
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In the midst of his UFO research, Blink-182 co-founder Tom DeLonge has found the time to return to making music with 'LIFEFORMS,' the first Angels & Airwaves album in seven years (and first for Rise Records). Tom made this one with guitarist David Kennedy (also of Tom's much-loved early 2000s side project Box Car Racer), drummer Ilan Rubin (also of Nine Inch Nails), and bassist Matt Rubano (ex-Taking Back Sunday), and at least one of the songs (lead single "Euphoria") marks a return to Box Car Racer's post-hardcore influences. "In a music world that seems to be absent guitars, angst, and emotional authenticity, I felt it was important to lead with a song that mirrors the post-hardcore days of my youth, where the power of the music creates that feeling we once had as teenagers," Tom said when "Euphoria" was released. - Andrew Sacher
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Sleeze Lake: Vanlife at its Lowest and Best
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2020 / USA / 60 min / Documentary
Directed By Andrew J. Morgan and Nick Nummerdor
Cast: Terry Cook
For Mature Audiences Only
Set among the foggy memories and ephemera of the world's largest custom van club, "Sleeze Lake" tells the story of a wild van party thrown in the middle of a fictitious resort town and the people who dreamt it up.
It's 1977 and the idealistic message of the hippie counter-culture has played a decade long game of telephone with America's youth. Still searching for freedom and community in a post Vietnam world, groups of young people took to the open roads in shag-carpeted custom vans. They called themselves "vanners" and their culture was a strange cocktail of irreverence and hedonism.
On the south side of Chicago, the van proved the perfect escape vehicle from the smog of the steel mills and refineries. It was here that a van club called Midwest Vans Ltd. was born. On Memorial Day weekend in 1977, these blue collar outcasts set out to build their own personal utopia, free of rules and restrictions. They erected a ramshackle resort town around a small pond and called it "Sleeze Lake". When over 20,000 people showed up to the party all bets were off! Set among the foggy memories and ephemera of a subculture lost into the arms of time, Sleeze Lake tells the story of Midwest Vans and the biggest party you've never heard of.
Woman of the Photographs
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Rainbow Six Siege goes gold with new gameplay trailer
Director George Miller: "I won't make more Mad Max movies."
Looking Forward: 5 VR games to watch for in 2017
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Sony teases big things for tomorrow's Paris Games Week
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Even as big releases dominate the fall season, Sony still has more in store for gamers. Kicking off proceedings tomorrow with a conference at 10 AM PST, Sony has a hefty presence at Paris Game's Week.
What exactly do they have planned though? According to SCEE Blog Manager Fred Dutton, "We'll be announcing new games and offering some exciting updates on previously announced titles."
Along with new games, upcoming AAA games such as Call of Duty: Black Ops III, Star Wars: Battlefront, and even the new Rachet and Clank were all listed as playable at the PlayStation booth on the show floor.
Dutton did go on to warn fans, "Much like E3 is targeted to the US audience and Tokyo Game Show is targeted at Japan, Paris Games Week is primarily aimed at European gamers — keep that in mind as you watch. Not everything mentioned or shown in the presentation will necessarily apply to gamers in the United States."
But new games are new games, and that is something we can all get excited about. What are you hoping is announced? Let us know in the comments.
As for how to watch the conference, Sony will be broadcasting it on Twitch, and of course, you'll find all the major stories right here on Gamespresso.
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We were asked to help bring the famous Snickers campaign "You are not you when you are hungry" to life within the digital World. For the concept to work socially it was essential people could recognize themselves in the hungry self-portraits and not just be projected as totally different characters.
The idea was to take the "You are not you when you are hungry" campaign thinking and give everybody the chance to see what they looked like when they are hungry through the brilliance of digital technology. With the help of the users webcam they could take a picture of their face. Then with a few tweaks of our custom hungry trait levers the users face is magically transformed into their hungry selves.
We began by defining the look and feel of the machine. This was dictated by Snickers "rugged and masculine" tonality. It was decided that an industrial, vintage look would fit the brand and the concept best. We made a huge collection of machine material as inspiration for the Hungry Generator. It was then scribbled and fine tuned until its usability and functionality was optimized.
After sketching the machine and defining it's features and functionality it was time to start building it. The Hungry-Me Machine was made out of a combination of real photography and 3D elements to make it look and feel as real as possible.
The amazing effect of becoming another character but still recognizing yourself is created by combining different technologies in a whole new way. These included liquefying, face in hole masking, overlays and textures. We created a complex matrix of character variations that could be generated with the 5 different hungry levers on the machine. Such variety was important to ensure each user received a personalized hungry portrait. The real fun starts when you share your personalized experience. Download and email your pictures or post them on Facebook and twitter. By turning the consumers into the main actors the Hungry Generator lifted the campaign to the next level.


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