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From the producers behind Sesame Street and game developer Hide&Seek comes Sesame Street Family Play, a brand new app (free until Sept. 22nd!) and clever family resource that gives you and your children a game to play in any situation. Just tell the app where you are and how many people are playing. With over 150 games, tagged by character, curriculum, location, and mood, Sesame Street Family Play will serve up the perfect game for your situation and location.
Step through the easy-to-follow rules, and you'll be playing games together wherever you are! Like "Sock Skee Ball," where you throw rolled up socks into circles made of belts, and "Bathesketball," a game for the tub involving washcloths and a bowl. Another game, "SuperLetterMarket," suggests that you shop alphabetically. In "Sleepy Handshakes," players put on airplane sleep masks and then try to shake hands. Sesame Street Family Play customizes games at home, away from home and while traveling. It also gives parents access to Sesame Street celebrity content, recipes, parenting tips, show information and more.
"Sesame Street Family Play is a great way to explore intergenerational play, using ever-present mobile devices as a touch point for interacting in real life, and building togetherness around games," said Scott Chambers, Senior Vice President, Worldwide Media Distribution, Sesame Workshop. "The app is designed to encourage everyday playful moments, wherever you are. The games encompass all aspects of child development, such as self-regulation and executive function skills, problem solving and critical thinking, and imagination and creativity."
"Hide&Seek first launched its Tiny Game project as hundreds of individual, location-specific games physically installed across the city of London," said Alex Fleetwood, Founder and Director, Hide&Seek. "When we saw the joy that playing brought to passers-by, we became convinced that a digital version should be the next step. Thanks to the generosity of our Kickstarter backers, and with the support of Sesame Workshop, this app lets families tap into the power of play wherever they are and whatever they're up to."
Sesame Street Family Play is available at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sesame-street-family-play/id690979001?ls=1&mt=8
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You can add a material entity to an object in your domain. A material entity contains specific material data that determines the texture and shading of an object. For example, if you want to create a castle in your domain, you need your walls to look like they're made of rough gray stone. You can do this by adding a castle wall material entity to your walls.
Before adding a material entity, make sure you have created a material using the PBR Materials Guide.
To add a material to your object in High Fidelity, you need to specify the material data in a JSON file or add the material directly into the Create app.
We are aware of the difficulties involved in converting your material data to a JSON file and are working on making the process easier for our users. In the meantime, we recommend embedding your material data in your models as FBX files if you are facing difficulties generating a JSON file.
This file contains all related material data, such as the color, roughness, and other texture and shading information. Note that you can edit this information programmatically with the Material EntityType in our API, and define its properties using EntityProperties-Material.
At this time, we have no way to automatically generate a JSON file with another tool, and you will need to write your own JSON file.
Once you have your material entity JSON file, you can add it to an object in High Fidelity. Let's add the castle wall material to a box entity in your domain.
Create a wall. Click the 'Cube' icon to add a box entity and change the dimensions to make it resemble a wall.
Go to the Create tab and click on the 'Material' icon to add a material entity. Enter the material's JSON file URL when prompted. You will see the material entity represented as a small sphere.
Click and select the wall. Go to the 'Properties' tab and copy the parent ID under the 'Name' box.
Click and select the material entity. Go to the 'Properties' tab and paste the copied parent ID in the 'Parent' box. You will see the material applied to the wall. In this step, you are parenting or applying a material to an entity.
Go to the Create tab and click on the 'Material' icon to add a material entity.
Enter materialData when you're prompted for a 'Material URL'.
Click and select the material entity. Go to the 'Properties' tab and paste the copied parent ID in the 'Parent' box. In this step, you are parenting or applying a material to an entity.


A fascinating new book hits bookstore shelves today: Bob Dylan Revisited: 13 Graphic Interpretations of Bob Dylan's Songs. It presents on the page what musicians, including Dylan, have long since done on the stage: reinvent the songs. In the book—which is, according to a press release, "fully authorized by Bob Dylan and SONY Records"— thirteen graphic novelists interpret Dylan's classic tunes by creating panels of original artwork based on the lyrics.
Thierry Murat's vision of "Blowin' in the Wind" is a social-realistic interpretation quite in the spirit of Dylan; Murat even alters the lyrics to craft a new refrain (something I imagine Dylan himself might admire): "all that I know, the wind whispered to me." The panels make ample use of shading in dark charcoal; when they are coupled with snatches of Dylan's sharp lyrics—"how many deaths," "how many tears," "how many wars,"—the drawings become bold and stirring, even downright haunting.
There's an echo of this haunting spirit in Lorenzo Mattotti's mindtrip of "A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall," perhaps the most powerful interpretation in this collection. It's a colorful rendition: Edvard Munch meets Blue Man in a dark nightmare of our times. Unlike Murat, Mattotti sticks to Dylan's lyrics completely—and does so to great effect. This is a song where words come alive: "I saw ten thousand talkers whose tongues were all broken" is accompanied by the image of a blindfolded man whose tongue is sheared in half by a bodyless hand (Here, it's impossible not to recall the line in Dylan's "Political World" from Oh, Mercy: "We're livin' in a time/ a man commits a crime/ the crime don't have a face.") In another panel, the horrendous "heard one person starve, I heard many people laughin'" depicts a faceless individual begging for food while two suited men enjoy a hearty laugh, unseeing the suffering. There's absolutely no safe place in this song—even the one bright space of "I met a young girl, she gave me a rainbow" is weighted down by what's wrapped so bleakly around it—and Mattotti uses the hard, brutal lyrics as a springboard to the rawest images. In doing so he creates a visual sense of menace. The colors reflect the mood.
The shortest interpretation is Jean Claude-Gőtting's "Lay Lady Lay," a starkly-imagined charcoal set of panels that, removed from the lyrics, would seem to be paintings of Depression-era America. It's a simple translation of the song: a hard-working man returns home to his loving wife. In Claude-Gőtting's hand it is a deeply moving portrait of a relationship, with zero trace of the Hallmark silliness—probably thanks to the duskiness of the panels—that could be associated with this kind of interpretation. The interpretation may be short, but it perfectly gets at what makes this book—and Dylan—so special: a deep and lasting, real and recognizable sense of humanity. Dylan's view of humanity may be dark—it may have, to quote a phrase, "gone down the drain"—but he knows what real people go through every day, and this knowledge of people is embedded into the core of all that he produces artistically.
And in this book the interpreters of his songs, no matter where they take them, understand this—from the surrealistic visions of "Desolation Row" and "Tombstone Blues" to the in-your-face realness of "Hurricane" and "Blind Willie McTell." You cannot listen to Dylan's music, or read this book, without seeing that above all these songs touch on what it means to be human. There's an urgent, though subtle call for empathy in Dylan's lyrics; and the visual images in Bob Dylan Revisited: 13 Graphic Interpretations of Bob Dylan's Songs make you feel exactly what that wonderful scratchy sung voice of Dylan's makes you feel: The world may be dark, but you are not alone.
Bob Dylan is one of the most significant American artists of our time. And his iconic songs will remain long after everyone reading this post today—Monday, November 16, 2009—is gone. Bob Dylan Revisited: 13 Graphic Interpretations of Bob Dylan's Songs is a brilliant picture book for grown-ups with grown-up concerns, hopes, and fears. The images pull you in, the lyrics knock you out. You can read the book in one sitting, maybe on one Metro ride to work, and the effort will be rewarded. You can open up to any song at any time of day. You can skip around at your leisure. You can read it however you want. But one thing you can't do, I assure you, is forget this book.
Kyle Semmel is the publications and communications manager of The Writer's Center. Follow his tweets at http://twitter.com/writerscenter.


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By GetLegal December 3, 2020
What Would Be Required to Change How Presidents Are Elected?
The unique method by which the United States elects a president—the Electoral College—has come under increasing scrutiny over the last 20 years, as two candidates who lost the popular vote carried the electoral college and became president. In the 2016 campaign, the person who became president had nearly 3 million fewer votes than his rival. Before the late votes were counted in 2020, it looked as if it might happen again and by an even wider margin.
The apparent inconsistency between the results of the popular vote and the Electoral College has led to renewed calls for its abolishment. Originally proposed as a compromise between those who wanted the president elected by a popular vote and those who wanted the president elected by the Senate, the Electoral College comprises individuals who are appointed according to terms established by state legislatures. Each state is allotted the number of electors equal to the total number of Senators and Representatives it has in the United States Congress.
Arguments For and Against the Electoral College
Though most of the public outcry seems to be in favor of ending the Electoral College, there are many who believe it serves an important purpose. Many believe it to be an effective guard against election fraud. Others say that the electoral college minimizes the likelihood that a candidate with only regional appeal will win, as there are not enough electoral votes in any region to allow that.
Those seeking to abolish the Electoral College argue first and foremost that it is essentially an undemocratic process that leaves millions feeling as if their vote is meaningless. For example, in a state like Alabama, which votes heavily Republican, a person voting for a Democratic candidate may have little incentive to cast a vote. The same thing holds true for Republicans in California. Accordingly, critics of the Electoral College contend that abolishing it will lead to greater voter turnout.
What Would Be Required to Abolish the Electoral College
Because the Electoral College is established by the U.S. Constitution, the only way to terminate its use is through a constitutional amendment. Though such an amendment has never been sent to the states for ratification (it would require approval by 38 states), more than 700 proposals have been introduced in Congress over the past 200 years. Before such an amendment could be ratified by the states, it must be approved by a two-thirds majority in both houses of the United States Congress. No proposal to amend or abolish the electoral college has ever received that approval, and it is particularly unlikely with the current political landscape, in which it is virtually impossible to get a two-thirds majority in either house.
There may be another avenue, however, for ensuring that the winner of the popular vote also wins the Electoral College. It's known as the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. Each state that signs on to the compact agrees to give all their electoral votes to the candidate who gets the most votes nationwide, regardless of what happens in that individual state. Thus far, 15 states and the District of Columbia have joined the compact, accounting for 196 electoral votes. Nearly a dozen other states are considering adopting the compact, including Texas, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, which would bring the tally to 294, more than the 270 required to elect a president. If enough states participate, the Compact will ensure that the winner of the popular vote will also win the Electoral College. The Electoral College would not be abolished, but it would always be in line with the popular vote.
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Saputo defends commitment to end animal cruelty after facing challenge at meeting
Ross Marowits, The Canadian Press August 5, 2014
LAVAL, Que. – Saputo was under fire Tuesday from an animal rights activist who said it hasn't done enough to prevent animal cruelty since undercover videos revealed cows being kicked, punched and beaten with pipes at a diary operation that supplies milk used by the cheese maker.
Chief executive Lino Saputo Jr. defended the company after a member of Mercy For Animals spoke out at the Saputo shareholder meeting and challenged its commitment to "sweeping change" for the dairy industry.
"We will not let this item go until there is some change in the industry," Saputo said following the annual meeting.
"We are not specialists in this field. However we will use our power and our clout to get the attention of those people that have the experience in this field to create some reform in the industry."
The Montreal-based company says it took a legal risk when it stopped accepting milk from Chilliwack Cattle Sales for two days because of the evidence of animal cruelty. Saputo says it's required by law to purchase milk from provincial marketing boards and is only permitted to reject milk for safety reasons.
It wants legal reform to give supply managed boards the power to refuse milk based on cruelty, adoption of industry codes of practice and regular farm inspections.
But Krista Osborne, executive director of Mercy For Animals, which shot the video, said she isn't satisfied with the dairy giant's response.
The group wants cameras installed in dairies with live streaming of cows to the Internet because it suspects such events are happening across the country.
"There is no concrete evidence of any changes made whatsoever and quite frankly Lino Saputo would have no knowledge of what occurred in the Chilliwack cattle sale organization if it wasn't for our undercover investigation," she said.
"They have on multiple occasions indicated that their supply chain is beyond reproach and their supply chain quite frankly is nothing but absolute cruelty."
Chilliwack Cattle fired eight employees after the group took the video to authorities. Saputo resumed accepting milk from the operation following independent verification of its practices from inspectors from Wisconsin and Ontario.
During the shareholder meeting, Saputo credited the animal rights group for bringing the issue to light, saying as a dairy products consumer he was "appalled" by what he saw.
The issue surfaced as Saputo (TSX:SAP) announced it was raising its quarterly dividend and splitting its stock after recent acquisitions helped improve results.
The company said will increase its dividend by three cents to 26 cents per share.
Net earnings grew 6.3 per cent to $145.3 million, or 73 cents per share, for the period ended June 30, which compared to $136.7 million or 69 cents per share a year ago.
Saputo's adjusted earnings were 73 cents per share, which was four cents below analyst expectations according to a survey by Thomson Reuters.
Revenues increased more than 20 per cent to $2.62 billion.
The results were helped by the company's acquisition of a majority interest in Australia's Warrnambool Cheese and Butter Factory.
Saputo also plans what's essentially a two-for-one stock split as it pays shareholders a stock dividend of one common share for each Saputo share they hold.
The chief executive told shareholders he has confidence in the company's outlook and its opportunities for growth.
Irene Nattel of RBC Capital Markets said the results fell short of expectations due to market factors in the U.S., but the outlook was more favourable than last quarter.
"Underlying operations remain strong, with management focused on both optimizing profitability of the existing operations, and on expanding the company's global presence via acquisitions," she wrote in a report, noting the company said it could pursue a deal worth up to $3.5 billion.
During a conference call, Saputo said the company faced "a perfect storm" of higher commodity prices and lower average block cheese prices.
Canadian dairy revenues increased six per cent to $949 million, after falling nine per cent in the fourth quarter. U.S. revenues grew 23 per cent to $1.29 billion, while international revenues were up 69 per cent to $380 million due to the Australian acquisition.
Saputo Jr. say the company may seek to acquire the remaining 12 per cent stake in Warrnambool following the expiry of a cooling off period to take the company private.
Meanwhile, he said the bakery division, which is now incorporated in the Canadian division's results, is stable but efforts to extend its sales in the United States has lost momentum since a change of ownership at Hostess. Saputo's Vachon division and Hostess, maker of Twinkies, both make snack cakes for the grocery industry.
As for the federal government's efforts to secure a trade deal in Asia, Saputo said he can understand why some U.S. politicians want Canada expelled from the Trans-Pacific Partnership talks if its supply management system isn't on the table.
On the Toronto Stock Exchange, Saputo's shares rose $1.02 at $68.59 in afternoon trading.
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More at Spotlight on pancreatic cancer gives hope to people diagnosed and their families
Spotlight on pancreatic cancer gives hope to people diagnosed and their families
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Pancreatic cancer is the 8th most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia. November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, and Cancer Australia is encouraging people to shine a light on this disease and participate in the public Consultation Hub for the National Pancreatic Cancer Roadmap.
New statistics released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) indicate in 2020 the lifetime risk of a person being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in Australia is estimated to be 1 in 54 and the lifetime risk of a person dying from pancreatic cancer is estimated to be 1 in 60.
"A diagnosis of pancreatic cancer can have an overwhelming impact on patients, their families and carers. It is a cancer unlikely to cause detectable symptoms in the early stages, and treatment options for late stage pancreatic cancer are limited. The National Pancreatic Cancer Roadmap will help us work towards better patient outcomes and survival," said Professor Dorothy Keefe, CEO Cancer Australia.
The National Pancreatic Cancer Roadmap will identify key priority areas for action over the next five years to improve outcomes for people with pancreatic cancer. It will consider all aspects of the cancer pathway, including prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, supportive and palliative care.
"We welcome feedback and input from all sectors of the Australian community. You can choose to have your say in two ways through the Consultation Hub: by answering the questions in the online survey or by uploading a written submission or response with your feedback," stated Professor Keefe.
The Consultation Hub will be live until 30 November 2020.
In March 2020, the Minister for Health, the Hon. Greg Hunt MP, invited Cancer Australia to work with the Department of Health to develop the Roadmap, which is expected to be completed by December 2021.
For more information, visit Cancer Australia's dedicated National Pancreatic Cancer Roadmap website.


An evening with global partner, Kelly Campo from Colombia and other artists to celebrate the role of arts in activism. Dinner is included.
Questions can be directed to Shannon Neufeldt at sneufeldt@kairoscanada.org.


SourceHorizon is a strategic sales and marketing agency exclusively focused on the world of custom manufacturing. We help select machine shops, job shops, and contract manufacturers build powerful sales stories that resonate with their target audience of manufacturing buyers and engineers. Armed with the right story, we implement innovative go-to-market strategies to help our clients enter and grow in new markets and geographies.
SourceHorizon aligns marketing with sales. We utilize strategies and processes that are agile, data-driven, and timely. Each day, SourceHorizon engages with more than one hundred manufacturing buyers and engineers via phone, email and other digital tools. By implementing a consultative sales approach, we generate and nurture leads, fill the sales pipeline, qualify opportunities, and close sales. Through these actions, we help our clients drive incremental revenue and establish mutually beneficial, long-term relationships with their customers.
We don't represent all custom manufacturers. SourceHorizon represents the best. The suppliers we work with are innovators. They are known as leaders in their fields. They possess unique manufacturing capabilities, and they invest in their futures. Without exception, our clients implement ISO, TS, AS9100 or other high-quality standards. They provide critical components used in complex applications and serve the aerospace, defense, medical or other high-tech industries.
If your machine shop, job shop or contract manufacturing company needs to augment your marketing strategy and scale sales, we'd like to help. SourceHorizon can assess your challenges, recommend solutions, and deliver results.


ICCA and its members also participate in the United Nations Environment's Chemical in Products (CiP) Programme, which seeks to ensure that manufacturers, suppliers and their customers have access to information about chemicals in everyday products and their risks. The CiP is a global initiative that works across sectors and promotes information about chemicals throughout their lifecycle. Through greater awareness of chemicals in products and how to best manage them, the CiP seeks to reduce risk to humans and the environment.


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Getting back to the here and now, just one year after she received her marriage license, Rachelle Friedman (Chapman) is equally excited about another license her new drivers license. Our favorite newlywed has been learning to drive (again) and passed her driving exam earlier this month, and now shes loving the independence of being on the road and getting on with her life. Heres a look at what Rachelles up to these days.
Hows the first year of married life been?
Amazing. I mean weve been together for so long that we already felt like an old married couple. But its just a good feeling to say that Chris is my husband. I cant believe we just had our 1-year anniversary!
Q. Describe what was frustrating about having to ride as a passenger for the past two yearseven after you had the van but still couldnt drive.
Well I felt sort of like a child. For instance, when I would visit some friends in Virginia Beach I would literally have to have my mom drop me off and pick me up. Most of the time wed leave the front seat in for convenience so I wasnt even able to sit next to Chris when we drove together.
Q. Can you describe how you learned to drive again, as well as getting used to the hand controls and the whole system? Easier or harder than you thought it would be?
We had to do a physical test first to determine that it was safe for me to drive and to determine which adaptations I might need. I was determined to keep using my manual chair so I had to show that I could do a transfer. Some transfers go better than others but it takes about 5 minutes to transfer each way. Day one we were on the road and I even went on a major interstate. I was nervous, but i did it! After only a day and a half of driving we decided I was ready for the official driving test! I passed! It was actually way easier than I thought it would be!
Q. Where do you drive your van on a typical day now? Any big trips planned with you driving solo?
For now I take the wheel if we are just going around town these days. But the other day I did go somewhere alone. I transferred alone, drove across the street to go shopping and transferred back in! I did the whole process alone and it was so empowering t feel that independence.
Q. What advice would you give someone like yourself about getting the courage to learn to drive again?
Well Im actually a quadriplegic so the whole process of driving is even harder because I have no grip. But for anyone learning how to drive again, I know how scary it can be! Just think about the huge independence It will give you. Once you get going its not so bad!
Q. Now that youve crossed Learning to Drive off your list, whats next for you and Chris?
Ive been working on doing some public speaking because its what I love to do. Im also in the beginning stages of writing a book! Ive been doing my best to get stronger despite not having traditional physical therapy and actually driving is really helping with my strength. All of those transfers will really add some muscle! Chris and I have been doing great and we have started talking about having a family. I need to regain more independence and get off some of my medications first, but we are looking forward to the future.


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"Jeff is a proven entertainment commodity." Todd Hawkins, Rockshow Comedy
"Only one word can describe Jeff Goodin! ENERGY! This is a man who has the unique gift of being able to tie his impressive and interesting life into messages that I have witnessed hit audiences across the age spectrum." Frank Nichols, Youth Pastor Valley View Church, Dallas, TX
"We loved having Jeff Goodin as our guest speaker for our FCA Night at the Ballpark with the Frisco Roughriders. He has a tremendous message and inspirational life story. Jeff is an excellent, entertaining communicator and held everyone's attention in a venue that can be challenging, with batting practice going on right behind him." Mike Noack, Greater Dallas FCA
"...you were fantastic!!!" Mark Hapka Dallas Mavericks
"You added huge energy and excitement to our event. It was the perfect choice for our product launch, and our Distributors greatly enjoyed it. We greatly appreciate your contribution to our Success School." Richard Wright, President & CEO, AdvoCare
"Jeff was a big hit with all ages and someone that left a lasting impression as we continued to receive inquiries throughout the year on when the next appearance would be. He puts on a great performances is were very accommodating to work with." Jason Byrne, Director of Marketing, TCU Athletics
"I have been a huge fan of Jeff Goodin sense first meeting him at the Daredevil acrodunk team tryouts in 1997. He was the most inexperienced athlete at the tryouts, but all the judges where overwhelmed with his enthusiasm and tenacity. He made the team because of his fired-up spirit. His incredible work ethic is evident as he trained hard to become one of the most talented performers we have had. Jeff has continued with his go-for-it attitude with his motivational speaking – passing on his enthusiasm to audiences around the country and around the world." Ty Cobb, Creator of the sport of Acrodunking, Founder of the Daredevils & Have a Standard Foundation
"Jeff was a huge hit with every audience. We've used him dozens of times and each one was a home run." Ted Ovletrea, Dallas Cowboys
"Jeff was hilarious! His on-stage energy and funny stories and amazing feats are a great combination. He's the best!" John Abley, Utah Jazz
"In the 15 years of our foundation, Jeff has been the most popular speaker. The community has come to know him and always is asking about his next appearance." Bill Neubauer, Founder, Tim Orth Memorial Foundation
"Jeff's program is so positive and entertaining. His message, paired with his talent is so well-received and understood by the students." Robin A. Keegan-Wolf Rogers Middle School
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If you're a serial iPhone upgrader — and by that I mean you're the type of person who lines up on the device's launch day or you pre-order the moment the online Apple Store will take your credit card — things are about to change if you're with the nation's two largest carriers.
Verizon has a similar program, the Edge program, which also offers an early upgrade program through Edge Up. However, early Edge Up upgrades will not be eligible for early upgrades. Big Red's customers will have to wait two years for an Edge upgrade. The Apple Store will also do away with subsidized sales by the end of the summer.
In the case of AT&T's customers, there's no upfront payments (though there's an option for that) with 20 monthly payments which works out at $32.50 a month on a 20-month, 12-month upgrade Next plan for a 16GB iPhone 6. There's nothing down (for qualified customers) on Verizon's Edge either, with $27.08 a month, though the upgrade won't kick in until 24 months.
The older, subsidized plans were often criticized for not allowing customers to pay off the device and the monthly service fees would not come down, even after the contract had been fulfilled. The newer plans finance the cost of the device and once the smartphone's paid off, the monthly bill goes down accordingly.
Via 9 to 5 Mac. Photo by Gadgetmac/flickr.


Starting at a price of $80,395, the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is out of reach for some of Corvette enthusiasts. Chevrolet recognized this and to satisfy these other types of buyers, the automaker is offering almost an identical model for a cheaper price. I am talking about the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport which made a debut at the Geneva Motor Show last month. The coupe slots between the top of the range Corvette Z06 and the base Corvette Stingray. The model is ideally an excellent blend of the Z06 and the Stingray.
The 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport will be offered in three variations i.e. a coupe, a convertible and a "Collector's edition'. Already the first model in the Collector's Edition lineup was auctioned on April 5th with proceedings going to support cancer research at the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute. The model fetched $170,000.
On the outside, the Grand sport is almost identical to the Z06. However, some minor features set the Grand Sport apart from the ZO6. The Grand Sport features a similar grille design, headlights, wider fenders, a wider track as well as similar rear quarter panels.
In fact, to fully differentiate the Grand Sport from the Z06, buyers will have an option for the Heritage package. This package introduces hash-mark fender graphics to the Grand Sport. One can also add full-length stripes. These are offered on a choice of six colors, two of which are new for 2017, they are Sterling Blue Metallic and Black Rose Metallic.
Upon closer inspection though, the Grand Sport stands out thanks to its specific front fender inserts and custom wheel design.
The Collector Edition on the other hand will be offered exclusively in Watkins Glen Gray Metallic exterior. There exterior will also feature Tension Blue hash-mark graphics, Black wheels and Satin Black full-length stripes.
Similar to the exterior, the interior of the Grand Sport is adopted from the Z06. However, the automaker has added extra carbon-fiber inserts, a flat-bottom steering wheel featuring a"Grand Sport' logo and magnesium seat frame structure.
Buyers will have a choice between Competition sport seats or GT seats in any color combination just like on the standard Corvette. Adding the Heritage package introduces brushed aluminum trim with hash-marks.
The Collector Edition on the other hand will have a Tension Blue leather and suede interior trim. It will also have the original Grand Sport race car image embossed in the seat headrests. There will also be an instrument panel plaque with the same image embossing along with build sequence number starting with "0001" to "1000." The automaker also says that this does not mean that production will be limited to a thousand units.
As I said earlier, the Grand Sport is an excellent blend of the Z06 and the Stingray. While on the outside and inside it looks like a Z06, its heart…I mean engine is sourced from the Stingray. It is a 6.2 L, V-8 LT1 engine good for 460 horses and 465 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a 7-speed manual gearbox that features active rev match. An 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle-shifters is offered as an option. The automatic system has been specifically modified for the Grand Sport.
The automaker has not released performance details. However, we expect the Grand Sport to accelerate to 60 mph from standstill in around 3.5 seconds and reach top speed of 195 mph. This is courtesy of improved aerodynamics and performance equipments sourced from the Z06.
The model is equipped with an array of performance equipment, some as standard and others as part of the optional Z07 package. Standard performance features include redesigned stabilizer bars, magnetic ride control, Brembo brakes and Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. The Z07 Package on the other hand adds Michelin Pilot Sport 2 Cup tires. The model also features customized cooling systems and a chassis adopted from the Z06.
The 2017 Corvette Grand sport Coupe will have a starting price of $66,445 MSRP. The Convertible will be more expensive with a msrp $70,445 price tag. The automaker did not reveal the price of the Collector Edition models but don't expect it to be too expensive from the coupe and the cabriolet.
The Porsche 911 Turbo would have been the 2017 Chevy Corvette Grand Sport's biggest rival but the model which also made a debut at the concluded Geneva Motor Show has already sold out all its 991 units even before they reach dealer showrooms, this considering the fact that is way expensive at $184,900. Other rivals are Audi R8 and Dodge SRT Viper.


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Lexi Love and her family stop mid-field to pose for pictures during senior walk.
April Martinez, Co-Editor
The class of 2022 lined up at the end zone, patiently waiting each name to be called. Senior Walk has been a tradition at the school for many years now and is one of the community's favorite milestones, with the parking lot and the stands filling up long before kick-off time to see seniors and their parents mark off the final year of high school.
Students link arms with their parents as they walk to the middle of the field. Their plans after high school and their accomplishments were announced for the crowd to hear.
"I thought it was bittersweet," senior Avery Hardin said. "I was excited at first until I hit the field then the tears started flowing, but I am so happy that I made it this far."
Students involved in Friday night games, such as football players, cheerleaders, Belles and band members were the first to be announced.
"It was an emotional night, but not necessarily all the emotions were sad," senior Emma Adams said. "I was super excited to be able to walk across the field knowing I was a part of a BHS tradition and having the opportunity to show off my accomplishments from the past four years."
Senior and cheer captain Jazlynn Early participated in the Senior Walk. Early plans on attending Texas Tech University to major in fashion design.
"I was pretty excited. It's a tradition for all BHS seniors, and I was proud to be a part of it," Early said. "Finally deciding on Texas Tech was a relief because I have one less thing to worry about,"
The rest of the night was spent taking pictures and enjoying the last football game of the season, and for seniors, their last high school football game ever.
"These last four years have gone by so fast," senior Abel Salazar said. "Football has been a major part of my life, and I'm pretty sad that it's over."
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KNOXVILLE — Have you "liked" UT Knoxville? The university recently ranked 14th in a Washington Post poll of the most popular colleges on Facebook. UT Knoxville's 58,460 Facebook fans — as of May 28 — rank the campus between its SEC rivals the University of Kentucky and the University of Florida. Kentucky ranked 15th with 57,647 fans, and Florida ranked 12th with 61,044 fans. Indiana University is ranked 13th with 60,114 fans.
The Washington Post poll ranks colleges based only on the number of fans, or "likes," each has on the popular social networking site. Facebook users become fans by clicking a "like" button at the top of an organization's profile page. The Washington Post list only counts official university pages and does not include alumni, class, athletic or other groups. The top-ranked schools include Texas A&M, Louisiana State University and the University of Texas at Austin. See the whole list here.
The UT Knoxville page shares university news and events with the Facebook community and provides a place for fans to gather. Fans include students, alumni and others interested in knowing what's happening on and around campus. As of today, UT Knoxville has been liked by 59,323 Facebook users. Become a fan at http://www.facebook.com/UTKnoxville.
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New Ethereum Vulnerability Unveiled
Potential attacker could not only deprive the "hot wallet" of some exchange of substantial funds but also enrich themselves.
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The supplier of dApp-solutions Level K revealed the details of the vulnerability in the Ethereum network, which was reported on 9 November.
The developers talked about the attack called "vector for griefing", which exploited the possibility of random calculations using the address to which Ethereum coins were sent.
The attack could be capitalized through the minting of GasToken tokens, tied to the cost of gas in the Ethereum network, due to random calculations when receiving ETH to your address, and the initiator of the transaction would have to pay for these actions. As a result, the exchanges that did not implement such precautions as gas limits were threatened.
At the same time, the vulnerability concerned not only Ethereum, but also ERC-20 and ERC-721 tokens. Thus, a potential attacker could not only deprive the "hot wallet" of some exchange of substantial funds by burning gas, but also enrich themselves.
At the moment, all trading platforms that have received notifications from Level K have implemented appropriate security measures.
SK Group to Invest $10M in ConsenSys
SK Group chairman and the 3rd most wealthy man in country believes digital technologies will play an important role in the further development of the company
SK Group has invested $ 10 million in leading Ethereum-based solutions developer ConsenSys. This is reported by the local news agency Chosun.
As noted, in his today's speech at the technology event in Seoul, the chairman of the board of SK Group and the owner of the third largest fortune ($ 3.4 billion) in South Korea Chey Tae-won expressed his interest in the blockchain technology and the tokenized economy, expressing also the opinion about the need for digitalization of approaches practiced by traditional businesses.
According to him, digital technologies will play an important role in the further development of the SK Group.
It is also reported that in February of this year, the telecommunications division of the conglomerate SK Telecom entered into a partnership agreement with Deutsche Telekom to create a blockchain solution for customer identification.
In April of this year, the media passed information that ConsenSys is going to attract $ 200 million in funding from outside investors with a market valuation of $ 1 billion. To this end, the company began distributing presentation materials to Chinese investors. They say that ConsenSys expects to receive $ 50 million in revenue this year, mainly due to contracts with corporate clients and government agencies.


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The right side of the pond: John McCain's troubled relationship with Trump supporters
In his column, talkRADIO presenter Michael Graham gives a conservative viewpoint on current issues.
If you're confused by President Donald Trump's reluctance to celebrate the life of Senator John McCain, who died on August 25, if his absence from the funeral observations seems odd, don't worry, Great Britain, it's not you.
It's him. Or rather, President Trump's base.
The conservative base of the Republican Party has long had a problematic relationship with the Arizona senator. For years, John McCain was the most prominent practitioner of the kind of Republicanism they loathed, the kind of Republicanism that eventually led many of these voters to turn to Donald Trump in the first place.
In fact, you could say that John McCain gave America the Donald Trump presidency.
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New Hampshire political consultant Michael Dennehy, who worked extensively on McCain's 2000 campaign sees a parallel in McCain and Trump: Their willingness to ignore the party leaders, say what's on their minds and give people "straight talk."
But conservative voters, particularly the ones who backed border security and tax cuts, noticed that McCain seemed to reserve his "straightest" - most blunt and disparaging - talk for them.
In McCain's world, Trump voters were "crazies" - after a 2015 Trump rally in Arizona, McCain told the New Yorker: "What he did was he fired up the crazies".
When Sen. McCain was losing badly to Sen. Barack Obama, he pulled Gov. Sarah Palin out of obscurity to rescue his failing campaign. It worked (in the short term, at least). But when it was all over and the media pile-on of Palin was complete, McCain threw her under the bus, saying later:
"I wish I'd picked Joe Lieberman instead."
And he meant it. Which may explain why the woman he chose to be the Vice President of the United States wasn't invited to any of his funeral observances.
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In the eyes of the GOP base, this is McCain insulting them yet again. Something he did so often during his career.
And now, the same Republicans McCain trashed are being trashed yet again for not fully celebrating the life of a guy who despised them.
President Trump knows this, which is probably one reason why he's been so reluctant to issue the sort of eulogy the media are demanding, and why he left Washington, DC on Friday as the observances in the Capitol began.
Sure, there's another reason Trump's behaving the way he is: He really, really hated John McCain. And, once again, the feeling was apparently mutual. Proactively disinviting the sitting president from your own funeral isn't exactly "reaching across the political divide."
Should President Trump be the bigger man? Should he celebrate the life of an American hero who suffered so much for our nation, its uniform and its flag?
But Trump isn't playing to the media, he's playing to his base. And Trump knows what his supporters know: The praise of Sen. McCain coming from Democrats and the media is in fact praise of McCain's willingness to support them: Their positions, their politics and their antipathy toward the Americans who made Trump president.
To many of these same Republicans, John McCain is still a hero. And it's true he was willing to tell people tough things they didn't want to hear. But it's hard not to notice that he reserved his toughest talk for his fellow Republicans.
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Foreign minister: Rohingyas staying longer may create political uncertainty
Fazlur Rahman Raju
Published at 10:52 pm July 25th, 2019
File photo of Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen Collected
'Everyone is talking about the environmental and economic impacts due to the Rohingya influx, but not about the political impact'
Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen on Thursday said that the Rohingya refugees staying in Bangladesh any longer might lead to political uncertainty.
"Everyone is talking about the environmental and economic impacts due to the Rohingya influx, but not about the political impact," he said, adding that this might eventually lead to a rise in terrorism and extremism in the region.
The minister came up with the statement at the dissemination ceremony of a report titled "The Rohingya refugee crisis and its impact on the host community," held at the Brac Inn in Dhaka.
The Policy Research Institute of Bangladesh (PRI) conducted the research with the assistance of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Claiming Myanmar to be a friendly country, the foreign minister said: "Myanmar should take the Rohingya refugees back to serve their own purpose. Myanmar has a shortage of labourers and these Rohingya people can solve that problem."
He added that countries investing in Myanmar, like China and Japan, should ask them to take back the Rohingyas since their projects may be negatively affected if the refugee crisis creates further political uncertainty.
"If any country wants to take the refugees, then we will welcome them," the minister said, adding that it was difficult for Bangladesh to keep them for so long.
Momen stated that countries like Russia and China have promised to keep the pressure on Myanmar to take the Rohingya refugees back, and both countries have agreed that the Rohingya people should return to their own country.
"Myanmar is willing to them [Rohingyas] back due to the international pressure," he added.
As NGOs and INGOs are recruiting local people for assistance, hundreds of college students have left their classes, leading to a major negative impact in Bangladesh's development, he added.
Report findings
According to the report, prices of all essential food items have risen by up to 50% since the refugee influx began.
"With only 0.3% of global output, Bangladesh is now hosting 4.7% of the world's refugee population," said Zaidi Sattar, chairman of PRI.
Living conditions and livelihoods of the host communities have also been seriously affected. "Due to the Rohingya influx, 2,500 households fell below the poverty line while 1,300 more became vulnerable," the report added.
One of the consequences that have been most widely recognized is falling wages for day labourers.
"Environmental impact is the biggest calamity due to the influx," the study found. About 5,500 acres of reserved forest worth $55 million have been already destroyed along with 1,500 hectares of wildlife habitat.
Sewage disposal has also been a big challenge as rivers and canals got contaminated.
Among others, CR Abrar, professor of International Relations Department of Dhaka University and Meghna Guhathakurta, director of Research Initiatives, Bangladesh (RIB) attended at the event as panel speakers.
PRI Research Director MA Razzaque presented the key note paper while Chairman Zaidi Sattar chaired the session.
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The first audiobook in the spellbinding, epic adventure series from 'the Godmother of Fantasy', Diana Wynne Jones.
For centuries Dalemark has been a land divided by the warring earldoms of the North and South. Now, with the help of the mysterious gods of Dalemark, four extraordinary young people must join forces to reunify their beloved home.
When 12-year-old Moril's father is murdered by soldiers, Moril inherits his ancient cwidder - a musical instrument with a mysterious past. As Moril and his siblings embark on a dangerous journey to escape the evil forces around them, he gradually learns how to channel the cwidder's strange and powerful magic. But is it enough to protect those he loves from the looming threat of war?
I love Diana Wynne Jones, and the complete Dalemark Quartet, so I was delighted when this came out. The narrator does a competent job, although I am not sure about the bits when he sings. The fact that it is unabridged was a massive bonus!
This is an amazing story that I love I would recommend this to everyone it is so fun yet has a quite sad story that slowly unfolds but thing seem to work out in the end it is an amazing listen and Diana Wynne Jones has an amazing way with word that just make them come to life.
From a little girl aged 12 thank you.
lovely story, nice characters, interesting magic!
I have read this book many times since childhood! the narrator is not quite right however: the singing is awful, which is a problem as the book is about the magic of music, and the children's voice badly rendered, in particular the girls,with some sort of unjustified cockney accent. However, I recommend !


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Conventional Loan. A mortgage loan not insured by a government agency (such as FHA or VA).
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Credit Rating. A report ordered by a lender from a credit bureau to determine if the borrower is a good credit risk.
Default. A breach of a mortgage contract (such as not making monthly payments).
Downpayment. The difference between the sales price and the mortgage amount on a home. The downpayment is usually paid at closing.
Due-on-Sale. A clause in a mortgage contract requiring the borrower to pay the entire outstanding balance upon sale or transfer of the property. A mortgage with a due-on-sale clause is not assumable.
Earnest Money. A sum paid to the seller to show that a potential purchaser is serious about buying.
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Equity. The difference between the value of a home and what is owed on it.
Escrow. The handling of funds or documents by a third party on behalf of the buyer and/or seller.
Federal Housing Administration (FHA). A federal agency which insures mortgages that have lower downpayment requirements than conventional loans.
Fixed Rate Mortgage. A mortgage whose interest rate remains constant over the life of the loan. The payments are not necessarily level. (See Graduated Payment Mortgage and Growing Equity Mortgage).
Fixed Schedule Mortgage. A mortgage whose payment schedule for the life of the loan is established at closing. The payments and interest rate are not necessarily level.
Graduated Payment Mortgage (GPM). A fixed-rate, fixed-schedule loan which starts with lower payments than a level payment loan; the payments rise annually over the first 5 to 10 years and then remain constant for the remainder of the loan. GPMs involve negative amortization.
Growing Equity Mortgage (Rapid Payoff Mortgage). A fixed-rate, fixed-schedule loan which starts with the same payments as a level payment loan; the payments rise annually, with the entire increase being used to reduce the outstanding balance. No negative amortization occurs, and the increase in payments may enable the borrower to pay off a 30-year loan in 15 to 20 years, or less.
Hazard Insurance. Protection against damage caused by fire, windstorm, or other common hazards. Many lenders require borrowers to carry it in an amount at least equal to the mortgage.
Housing Finance Agency. A state agency which offers a limited amount of below-market-rate home financing for low-and moderate-income households.
Index. The interest rate or adjustment standard which determines the changes in monthly payments for an adjustable rate loan.
Interest. The cost paid to a lender for the use of borrowed money.
Joint Tenancy. A form of ownership by which the tenants own a property equally. If one dies, the other would automatically inherit the entire property.
Level Payment Mortgage. A mortgage whose payments are identical for each month over the life of the loan.
Mortgage Broker. A broker who represents numerous lenders and helps consumers find affordable mortgages; the broker charges a fee only if the consumer fins a loan.
Mortgage Commitment. A formal written communication by a lender, agreeing to make a mortgage loan on a specific property, specifying the loan amount, length of time and conditions.
Mortgage Company (Mortgage Banker). A company that borrows money from a bank, lends it to consumers who want to buy homes, then sells the loans to investors.
Mortgage Loan. A contract in which the borrower's property is pledged a s collateral and which can be repaid in installments over a long period. The mortgagor (buyer) promises to repay principal and interest, to keep the home insured, to pay all taxes, and to keep the property in good condition.
Mortgage Origination Fee. A charge by a lender for the work involved in preparing and servicing a mortgage application (usually 1 percent of the loan amount).
Negative Amortization. An increase in the outstanding balance of a loan when a monthly payment is not large enough to cover all of the interest due.
Note. A formal document showing the existence of a debt and stating the terms of repayment.
PITI. Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance (the 4 major components of monthly housing payments).
Point. A charge of 1 percent of the mortgage amount. Points are a one-time charge assessed by the lender at closing to increase the interest yield on a mortgage loan.
Prepayment. Payment of all or part of a debt prior to its maturity.
Principal. The amount borrowed in a loan, excluding interest and other charges.
Property Survey. A survey to determine the boundaries of your property. The cost will depend on the complexity of the survey.
R-Value. The resistance of insulation material (including windows) to heat passing through it. The higher the number, the greater the insulating value.
Rapid Payoff Mortgage. (See Growing Equity Mortgage).
Recording Fee. A charge for recording the transfer of a property, paid to a city, county, or other appropriate branch of government.
Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA). A federal law requiring lenders to provide home buyers with information about known or estimated settlement costs. The act also regulates other aspects of settlement procedures.
Sales Contract. A contract between a buyer and seller which should explain, in detail, exactly what the purchase includes, what guarantees there are, when the buyer can move in, what the closing costs are, and what recourse the parties have if the contract is not fulfilled or if the buyer cannot get a mortgage commitment at the agreed-upon terms.
Title. Evidence (usually in the form of a certificate or deed) of a person's legal right to ownership of a property.
Transfer Taxes. Taxes levied on the transfer of property or on real estate loans by state and/or local jurisdictions.
Veterans Administration (VA). A federal agency which insures mortgage loans with very liberal downpayment requirements for honorably discharged veterans and their surviving spouses.
Walk-Through. A final inspection of a home before settlement to search for problems that need to be corrected before ownership changes hands.
Warranty. A promise, either written or implied, that the material and workmanship of a product is defect-free or will meet a specified level of performance over a specified period of time. Written warranties on new homes are either backed by insurance companies or by the builders themselves.
Zoning. Regulations established by local governments regarding the location, height, and use for any given piece of property within a specific area.


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Posted by Alexander Yellen on April 9, 2021
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In June 1999, the European Commission announced that it would examine the FIA, FOA and Communicators International Sportsworld on the issue of abuse of dominance and restriction of competition. [6] ECC, owned by Ecclestone, signed a 14-year contract with the FIA in 1996 for the exclusive rights to broadcast 18 FIA championships. These include a $2.9 billion loan and a $500 million revolving line of credit available to the competition. Under the new conditions, leverage will not apply until January 1, 2022. U.S. media giant Liberty Media, the parent company of Formula 1, has agreed with its subsidiary Delta Topco Limited, which owns all shares in the sport, to refinance conditions. For more information about Formula 1® visit www.formula1.com. This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including the benefits of changing the term credit facility and revolving credit, the schedule of Formula 1 races, compliance with certain conditions and other non-historical facts. These forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements, including, but not limited to possible changes in market acceptance of new products or services, changes in legislation and their application, regulatory issues relating to Formula 1 activity , and the effects of the new coronavirus pandemic (including general market conditions and The capacity of Formula 1). , live events and fan visits at these events). These forward-looking statements relate only to the date of this press release and Liberty expressly disclaims any obligation or obligation to disclose any updates or changes to any forward-looking statements contained in the statement, in order to reflect any change in Liberty`s expectations regarding this or that statement. Please note Liberty`s publicly presented documents, including the latest Annual Report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, for risks and uncertainties related to liberty business that may influence the statements contained in this press release.
Formula 1 conditions include the maintenance of $200 million in minimum liquidity (including unlimited cash assets and cash equivalents and available revolving credit facility commitments), as well as certain restrictions on dividends, other payments and the appearance of additional debts. Formula 1 reserves the possibility of resuming the obligation to comply with the net leverage financial pact before 1 January 2022 and, in this case, the corresponding additional conditions no longer apply. To date, the first revolving credit facility worth $500 million has not been used. Delta Topco Limited and its subsidiaries are charged to the Formula 1 group, as well as the debts described above. ENGLEWOOD, Colo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)-Liberty Media Corporation ("Liberty") (Nasdaq: LSXMA, LSXMB, LSXMK, BATRA, BATRK, FWONA, FWONK) announced today that it intends to launch a refinancing procedure for the first mortgage of $3.302 million for certain subsidiaries of Delta Topco Limited, the subsidiary of Liberty, which owns all of its shares in Formula 1. In parallel with the refinancing, Delta Topco Limited`s affected subsidiaries intend to repay up to $400 million of the first loan for the duration of the equity loan, using a combination of excess cash on the balance sheet and loans under the pfand`s first revolving credit facility, provided the necessary approvals and financing of the loans in question are obtained.
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Despite suiting up only five players, the Flintridge Prep boys' basketball team sustained enough energy and solid play to nearly pull out the win in a summer league game with the Burroughs Indians Thursday afternoon.
The game, played at Maranatha High School, was a high-scoring affair and one that saw Burroughs hold the lead for the entire second half as it prevailed, 70-67.
After the game, Flintridge Prep Coach Garrett O'Hara said none of the five players who played Thursday regularly occupy the point guard position, adding yet another disadvantage for the Rebels.
Still, playing point guard by committee didn't hinder Chadd Cosse from getting the ball inside and putting in a game-high 23 points or Tyler Weakland draining four three-pointers and finishing with 22 points.
But it wasn't enough against the Indians, who got a team-high 17 points from Lawrence White, complemented well by balanced scoring amongst others.
"We created some space between us and could have put them away, but playing with rotations takes away minutes from guys who would normally be in there at those stretches," said Indians Coach Adam Hochberg, who received 15 points from Chris Hovasapian and 10 apiece from Jorge Flores-Pere and Kalen Verhoeven. "We gave them some hope, and their shooter got going. We had too many mental breaks and missed easy looks."
Flintridge Prep outscored Burroughs in the third and fourth quarters, but an eight-point halftime deficit proved to be too much as fatigue aided in the Rebels not being able to overtake the Indians after cutting the deficit down to a single possession multiple times in the second half.
Andrew Tsangeos' bucket with just under a minute remaining had the Rebels trailing by one at 66-65, but misfires from the field in crunch time resulted in a Burroughs victory.
"As tired as we are, we had some good looks to take the game," O'Hara said. "I'm proud of them, though. They battled back and give credit to them."
The Rebels led on one occasion —a Weakland jumper in the first quarter that gave his team a brief 18-17 lead. From there on, the Indians were able to stave off Flintridge Prep and answer their scoring runs with key baskets.
"We've been up and down all summer, and that's how it went this game," Hochberg said. "We're inconsistent with our focus. To let a team with five guys hang in there shouldn't happen."
Hochberg said he's been impressed with Hovasapian, who will possibly be in the rotation once the regular season begins as his shooting can help spread the floor.
The sophomore guard made three field goals from behind the arc against the Rebels.


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The Fruits of Her Labor: WUSA's Janet Terry on the Evolving News Industry & Her Fight to End Obesity
by Kelsey Pospisil O'Planick | Sep 19, 2014 | Media Relations, Television | 0 comments
It takes a very loyal and passionate person – who is great at their job – to work with the same company for more than 30 years. Janet Terry is all of those things.
As a producer for WUSA9, Washington D.C.'s CBS affiliate station, Terry has worn many hats over the years. As most producers do, Terry has weird hours in the newsroom. Some months she works at 2:00 a.m., some are more normal.
It's clear that Terry appreciates, and is very open to considering, the guests and news that are offered to her for the shows she produces, which are mainly the 6:00 a.m. and noon newscasts. Terry says her love of meeting people and desire to make a difference in people's lives keeps her motivated. "I love meeting people and I'm passionate about journalism…my passion has never died." As you could imagine, Terry's inbox is inundated with e-mails – internal emails, personal emails, and yes, emails from us public relations professionals.
She has the following tips and reminders for those of us on the PR side of the coin:
The story being pitched should be timely. Tie your story into something relevant going on in the news, ideally on the local level.
Think about when you're calling. Don't call right before a newscast. Know when the station is about to go on their air.
Take the time to find out who to pitch. Often stations will list their reporters and producers online. Take the time to find out who covers what. If it's not online, call (at a good time) to try to determine the best person to contact with your news.
Hone down your idea – don't pitch five ideas in one email. Only pitch one guest, story or expert per email. Suggest the most timely, relevant and newsworthy of what you're working on.
When you're pitching television stations, include information on props and visuals. Think: "How can we spice this up?"
When it comes to the absolute best qualities in a guest, Terry says they should:
BE ANIMATED
NOT give simple "yes" or "no" answers
Have a conversation with the host!
Terry went to undergraduate school at NYU in New York City, and then worked as a French teacher in Boston before moving to Washington, D.C. to attend graduate school at American University. She worked as a reporter on the Hill and then for one other news station before joining the WUSA team, and staying there for more than 30 years – and counting.
Terry's hidden gem of the D.C. area: the farmer's market she has operated for eight and a half years.
The Olney Farmers & Artists Market in Olney, Maryland is a true passion of hers. Open on Sundays from 9-1, it is full of 75 vendors, live chef demos, a fitness activity, children's activities, and more. But it's what all of those things are doing that makes her the most proud.
She has a passion for fighting obesity – and by giving vendors who sell healthy food the opportunity to bring a little green into the homes of the people who attend the market, she knows she is helping in that fight.
Janet would love the opportunity to interview – and show around the farmer's market – Michelle Obama. No surprise since they both have a passion to stop obesity and encourage our children to enjoy eating healthy foods. At her market, those children also have the opportunity to learn about business. Each week, they make a craft, and then set up a stand to sell it.
Janet Terry's goal of making a difference in people's lives clearly happens every day – both through her work informing the citizens of D.C. of the news they need to know, and creating a healthier community for those folks to live in.


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3 potential factors behind the spike in U.S. bond yields
On the latest edition of Market Week in Review, Chief Investment Strategist Erik Ristuben and Director of Institutional Investment Solutions, Greg Coffey, discussed the rise in U.S. government bond yields, the U.S. employment report for December and the number of potential U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hikes in store this year.
U.S. government bond yields soar to start 2022. What's driving the rapid rise?
The first week of 2022 was marked by a dramatic rise in U.S. interest rates, Ristuben said, noting that the yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note had climbed to 1.77% as of midday Pacific time on Jan. 7—up 26 basis points from the end of 2021. The uptick in rates actually began on Jan. 3, two days before the release of the Fed's hawkish December meeting minutes, he said, citing three possible reasons for the sudden surge.
"I believe that the first factor was an easing in concern over the potential impacts of the omicron variant of COVID-19," Ristuben stated, noting that current medical evidence indicates the variant is less severe than other mutations of the virus. In addition, data in recent weeks has shown that COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots are very effective at preventing omicron infections from leading to hospitalization and/or serious illness, he added.
Together, these reports led to a degree of relief for markets, which had initially feared that omicron could inflict a fair amount of damage to the global economy, Ristuben said. This, in turn, helped fuel the selloff in government bonds as investor confidence about the health of the economy rebounded, he noted.
The second factor behind the spike in bond yields can likely be attributed to the raising of the U.S. debt ceiling, or federal borrowing limit, this past December, Ristuben said. "Before Congress reached a deal to lift the debt ceiling, the Treasury Department was delaying issuing new debt, which led to a supply problem in terms of debt issuance," he explained. With the Treasury now issuing more debt, supply has increased, leading to falling prices and rising rates, Ristuben said.
The third likely reason why yields are soaring is due to the Fed's reduction in monthly bond purchases as it unwinds, or tapers, its quantitative easing program, he stated. "Taken together, I believe these three factors offer a pretty good explanation of why rates have risen so quickly," Ristuben concluded.
U.S. unemployment rate falls below 4%
Turning to the status of the U.S. labor market, Ristuben noted that the just-released December employment report fell short of consensus expectations, with 199,000 additional jobs added, versus expectations for approximately 422,000 new nonfarm payrolls.
"At first glance, this headline number, which comes from the Department of Labor's establishment survey that measures nonfarm employment, suggests that hiring last month wasn't that impressive. But a look at the second survey used to compile the December report—the household survey—shows that the unemployment rate fell pretty meaningfully last month, dropping to 3.9%," he explained. This is the second straight month that the household survey revealed a dramatic improvement in U.S. unemployment, Ristuben said, noting that the unemployment rate previously plunged from 4.6% in October to 4.2% in November.
Our Fed rate hike forecast for 2022—and why it differs from market expectations
The release of the Fed's minutes from its Dec. 14-15 meeting make it very clear that the central bank plans to begin lifting rates this year, Ristuben said, with markets currently pricing in a 90% probability of a rate increase in mid-March. In addition, markets—and a majority of FOMC (Federal Open Market Committee) members—are also projecting a total of three rate hikes by the end of 2022, he observed.
"At Russell Investments, we're not as convinced that the Fed will hike three times this year," Ristuben stated, explaining that he and the team of strategists expect core inflation to decline to 2.0% by year-end. By contrast, the FOMC anticipates inflation to subside less—falling to a level of 2.7% at the end of 2022, he said.
"If inflation only drops to 2.7% at year-end, then I do think we'll probably see three rate hikes this year—but if it drops off to our forecast level of 2.0%, I think we'll see fewer than three," Ristuben remarked. He explained that, in his viewpoint, inflation is more likely to decrease to a 2.0% level due to a combination of improvements in the supply chain, moderating economic growth and base effects—the term used to describe the distortions in inflation data that occur when current numbers are compared to extremely high (or low) numbers from the past year.
That said, Ristuben noted it's important to understand that initial rate increases by the Fed very rarely have significant long-term impacts on equities. "At the end of the day, the Fed raises rates when economic conditions have improved so much that the economy no longer needs monetary stimulus—and that's generally a good thing," he concluded.
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Home >Mint-lounge >Features >Menswear designer Suket Dhir turns to women
Suket Dhir at his store in Lado Sarai, Delhi. Photo: Pradeep Gaur/Mint
Menswear designer Suket Dhir turns to women
4 min read . Updated: 07 Dec 2018, 02:05 PM IST Sohini Dey
The designer's first collection for women contemplates the androgynous dressing movement without conforming to trends
Katherine Hepburn would have loved Suket Dhir. The legendary Hollywood actor broke deeply gendered costume conventions in the 1930s, wearing mannish trousers, blazers and shirts both onscreen and off it. The Oscar winner was so attached to her uniforms that she once famously spent a day on set in her innerwear when her blue jeans were confiscated. Women like Hepburn have blurred gender conventions through the 20th century with their sartorial flair, leading to the current scene when androgyny is a bona fide fashion trend.
Dhir, known so far as a menswear designer and India's first recipient of the International Woolmark Prize isn't one for trends, but his first ever collection for women situates itself neatly in fashion's current movement towards androgynous, gender-fluid silhouettes. Titled He for She, the collection is aimed at women who love borrowing from men's wardrobes. "It's not unisex; it's not androgynous, it's unapologetically menswear for girls," says the Delhi-based designer, offering a closer look at the designs displayed in his Lado Sarai studio in Delhi.
Dhir, over the years, has become synonymous with a new visual language in the Indian menswear scene, one that weaves together handlooms and natural fibres with impeccable, innovative tailoring. Think airy mulmul blazers, tailored shirts with a wide side-seam and buttons stitched in multicolour threads, trousers with extendable waists known as the magic belt or what Dhir calls the "extra paratha" belt, bombers and jackets that are prettier on the inside in contrasting prints and colours. Then there are the best-selling bullet shirts, that Dhir calls a personal favourite. "We do this shirt in 15 colours and a few prints, and it kept the label afloat in our first four years," Dhir says of the design, which was originally inspired by the kurtas worn by Jat men in Punjab.
Dhir's colour palette is wide and bold, going from rich indigo to bright salmon, and the designs infuse structured and straitjacketed menswear silhouettes with movement and a sense of lived-in comfort. "It's all about precision and finishing," he says. "There's a versatile transformation in these pieces, so you can wear these at home or step out in them. It's not about menswear, womenswear, evening wear, daywear, summer or winter—it's just a beautiful piece of clothing you can wear whenever you feel like it." Indian craft traditions underscore each of the designs, be it the handloom base of the garments or the motifs incorporated in the prints and weaves.
These details and aesthetic translate into the new collection for women, comprising 24 ensembles also designed to be worn as separates. Slouchy pantsuits are crafted from brocade, linen blazers and bomber jackets are elevated with reversible silk lining (another signature carried over from the main menswear lines), a cashmere and Merino wool bandhgala jacket in black is inspired in part by a sherwani and in part by the all-black coats worn by actors in the 1990s hit The Matrix. There is none of the curvy tailoring that conventionally defines women's outerwear and power suits; these designs draw primarily from menswear, with modifications to suit women's bodies. "For the blazers, the shoulders have been reduced but the length has remained the same (as men's jackets)," says Dhir. "
There's also an element of storytelling in the garments: inspired by Pahari miniature paintings, the embroidery reimagines Indian royalty in a contemporary context. Instead of traditional shikar (hunting) scenes, Dhir's embroidered royals are seen playing golf, riding Segways or taking selfies.
In keeping with the season (the debut collection launched in November), the garments are aimed at winter. There's a hint of festive detailing, but pared down into what Dhir calls a sombre sheen. The brocade is washed down for reduced shine. "It's a sombre sheen, for people who want to sort of dress up that way for festive occasions," says Dhir. "I relate to the kind of people who want to be themselves but sometimes have nothing to wear for formal occasions."
Dhir's collection is meant for the woman who loves putting her own spin on classic menswear—his wife Svetlana. "My wife is my muse. Svetlana likes throwing on men's clothes but she can make it look feminine," he says, adding it's easier for women to borrow from men's wardrobes than one might think. "I instinctively recommend couples sharing clothes if they are the same size. It's all about styling and individual energies." Dhir recommends unusual pairing for his separates, especially in winter, not just with jeans and T-shirts, but also Indian ensembles. The lightweight brocade blazers make a chic replacement for shawls over saris while the long jackets and bombers can be worn as an overlayer with a salwar-kameez.
The inherent versatility of these separates, the designer hopes, will also address another challenge that often plagues women's fashion—repeatability. Dhir doesn't identify with sustainability as a trend, but his design ethos is founded on the principles of slowness, durability and longevity, creating only one collection a year, using materials that have a positive impact on artisans and creating designs that lasts for years in the wearer's closet. "It's not normal designer language, but this is what makes us us," he says.
As a menswear designer, Dhir confesses to never having worried about whether his designs will outlast one wear or five. "Men wear their clothes again and again, especially if they love it. They don't care about repeating them whereas with girls, there's a 'I wore this last time, what do I wear this time' zone," he says. Dhir hopes his clothes will occupy the middle ground between statement ensembles and everyday staples, with enough tailoring and design details to tell a new story every time. "The whole idea was to make clothes that can be icons in your closet. These are pieces that everyone praises and loves or remembers, so you don't mind wearing them again and again".


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Los Amigos de Mazarron September 2021
The new Directors of Mazarrón FC have been working hard behind the scenes in preparation for the forthcoming 2021/22 season in the Tercera Division. Headed by Jose Antonio Gonzalez Berato, they have brought in a steady influx of new players from far and wide. Jose Antonio, or Josele, as he is known, has a wealth of experience in football and will hopefully put his vast knowledge to good use. A master in Global Marketing at La Liga Business School, he was formerly International Director of CD Leganes. Previously he was with AD Alcorcon and has served as Technical Secretary to the Federation of Equatorial Guinea. He was also involved with the Real Madrid recruitment system and has been sports director of CD Guadalajara, Puerta Bonita and Real Carabanchel.
Jonathan Di Giosia
A new Manager has been appointed; 27 year old Jonathan Di Giosia. Despite his youthful age, he has extensive experience of coaching. Starting at the age of 16 with junior football he has worked with Segunda B and Tercera Division teams such as Leganes and Alcorcon, assistant coach at UD San Sebastian and a spell at Regional Sports in Abu Dhabi developing and promoting grass roots football. Most recently he was the coach of the Under 21 team of CD Leganes of the Segunda Division.
Some new players have also been announced.
Goalkeeper Pablo Sanz has joined from neighbours Olimpico de Totana. He is an experienced keeper, aged 26 and has played over 100 games at Tercera Division level.
Club captain Chiky Ardil has signed for his third season at the club, but has missed much of pre-season as he has been preparing for, and taking part in, the Beach Soccer World Cup for Spain in Moscow.
Another signing from Totana is 23 year old midfielder Israel Gonzalez. He was born in Burgos and has experience in the Tercera Division as a player with CD Bulposa in Burgos and prior to that spent some time as part of the Real Zaragoza youth set up.
Colombian born Julian David has joined from Real Burgos where he spent three seasons. Prior to that the 25 year old midfielder played for CD Guadalajara.
Continuing the overseas theme, 22 year old striker Bamba Youssouf was born in the Ivory Coast and joins from CD Madridejos. He has previous experience with AD Villaviciosa de Odon and Unionistas de Salamanca. Physically strong and aggressive it is hoped he will bring plenty of goals to Mazarrón's attack.
ALLAN-MIKE
Perhaps the most interesting and intriguing new signing is 21 year old Brazilian, Allan Mike. Another midfielder, he joins from Nacional Atletico Clube San Paulo where he has played for the last four seasons.
20 year old full back Jose Adonay Sierra joins from CD Leganes. Ideally a right back, he can also fill in at left back if necessary and is described as a speedy and resilient player who reads the game well.
Pedro Mendez
The pre-season friendly games started with a 4-2 home defeat against Segunda RFEF side CD Eldense and a 1-1 draw against FC Cartagena in a game played for the annual Miguel Ronquillo Trophy. The game was decided on penalties and Mazarrón came out on top 4-3. A presentation was made before the Eldense game to Mazarrón's loyal and longstanding servant Pedro Mendez to mark his 70th birthday. Pedro has been with the Club since his 16th birthday. Congratulations Pedro.
The 2021/22 season starts on 5th September. Mazarrón's home games are normally played on Sundays with varying kick off times. Full details of all games, dates and kick off times are advertised in the local media, on www.mazarronfc.com, on Facebook fb.me/mazarron2016 and on posters at various points throughout Camposol and Mazarrón.
Forthcoming fixtures:
September 5th – Archena Sport – away
September 12th – El Palmar CF – home
September 19th – CD Minera – away
September 26th – Cartagena FC UCAM – home
October 3rd – Real Murcia 'B' – away
Los Amigos are investigating the possibility of re-instating a supporters coach to away games and will advertise any updates on Facebook.
Los Amigos membership renewals are now being accepted. The membership year began on 1st August at 20€ to include discounts on all Los Amigos activities for the member and a partner including coach travel. Please email stevebarrow01@gmail.com for a membership form.
Thursday weekly meetings at Mariano's, Camposol A (4pm) resumed on 5th August. Initially, meetings have to be outside on the terrace with a maximum of 10 per table. Meetings are open to members and non-members except for the Business Meetings which are held on the last Thursday of each month. If there are any changes because of new COVID-19 restrictions, members will be notified by group email and on Facebook.
The Celebrity Golf Competition will be on Monday 28th March 2022 at the Camposol Club de Golf.
The Gala Dinner, sponsored by Mazarrón Entertainments Group, will be held the following night, Tuesday 29th March at Hotel la Cumbre, Puerto de Mazarrón.
An announcement of when new tickets are available will be made on our Facebook page.
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I already attached the database to SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), so now the next step is finding a way to connect to DataBricks and extract the Sales data, right?
I also export some csv tables manual relating Sales department but some have non-text data like pictures so it's error.


While have a meandering and odd IM conversation with JayBirdSlim, I had an epiphany of sorts. I'm not just a carnivore/omnivore, but also a beerivore — I like beer that much. As I thought about that some more, my brain started to hurt (that happens when I think), and I decided to proclaim my love for beer in T-shirt form.
But I knew others may want to proudly proclaim their love of beer as well. A quick Google® search revealed no existing "beerivore" clothing related material. So while the brain is still functioning well enough to announce this, you too can get your own "Beerivore" shirt. Colors available include: black, cardinal, navy, military green, red, royal, brown and charcoal.
For those of you that pick up a shirt feel free to send me (barley at thebarleyblog.com) a pic of you wearing it with your favorite brew. I'll be doing the same as soon as mine arrives. Cheers.