text:
Processes (22) Apply Processes filter
Publications (12) Apply Publications filter
Organisms (9) Apply Organisms filter
Reproduction (9) Apply Reproduction filter
Articles (68) Apply Articles filter
Graphics (12) Apply Graphics filter
The Y-Chromosome in Animals
The Y-chromosome is one of a pair of chromosomes that determine the genetic sex of individuals in mammals, some insects, and some plants. In the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, the development of new microscopic and molecular techniques, including DNA sequencing, enabled scientists to confirm the hypothesis that chromosomes determine the sex of developing organisms. In an adult organism, the genes on the Y-chromosome help produce the male gamete, the sperm cell. Beginning in the 1980s, many studies of human populations used the Y-chromosome gene sequences to trace paternal lineages.
Subject: Reproduction, Theories
"Some of the Uses of Electricity in Gynecology," (1901) by William Henry Walling
In 1901, physician William Henry Walling published the article, Some of the Uses of Electricity in Gynecology, in the January issue of the American Gynecological and Obstetrical Journal. Walling was a practicing gynecologist who studied electro-therapeutics, or the use of electricity in medicine for the treatment of disease, which was an emerging topic during the late 1800s. Walling stated that proper administration of electrical current to a woman's vagina, uterus, bladder, or rectum could be therapeutic for gynecological diseases.
Subject: Reproduction, Theories, Publications
Sperm Capacitation
The male body, followed by male reproductive organs from which the sperm originates, is depicted from top to bottom at the left. Under the male reproductive organs is a diagram of a single sperm. To the right of the sperm diagram, the physiological and morphological changes a sperm undergoes to fertilize an egg are depicted from left to right. Each change is associated with a light pink rectangle background. Each light pink rectangle corresponds to the location of the sperm within the female reproductive organs, which is depicted above it.
Format: Graphics
Subject: Theories, Processes
Fruit Fly Life Cycle
Fruit flies of the species Drosophila melanogaster develop from eggs to adults in eight to ten days at 25 degrees Celsius. They develop through four primary stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. When in the wild, female flies lay their fertilized eggs in rotting fruit or other decomposing material that can serve as food for the larvae. In the lab, fruit flies lay their fertilized eggs in a mixture of agar, molasses, cornmeal, and yeast. After roughly a day, each egg hatches into a larva.
Subject: Theories, Processes, Organisms
Revive & Restore (2012– )
Revive and Restore is a California-based nonprofit that uses genetic engineering to help solve conservation problems, such as saving endangered species and increasing the biodiversity of ecosystems. To facilitate their solutions, Revive and Restore utilizes genetic engineering, which is the process of making changes to an organism's DNA, or the set of instructions for how an organism develops and functions.
Subject: Organizations, Theories
Neurospora crassa Life Cycle
This diagram shows the life cycle of Neurospora crassa, a mold that grows on bread. N. crassa can reproduce through an asexual cycle or a sexual cycle. The asexual cycle (colored as a purple circle), begins in this figure with (1a) vegetative mycelium, which are strands of mature fungus. Some of the strands form bulbs (2a) in a process called conidiation. From those bulbs develop the conidia, which are spores. Next, (3a) a single conidium separates from its strand and elongates until it forms mycelium.
Subject: Organisms, Processes, Theories
"Annual Research Review: Prenatal Stress and the Origins of Psychopathology: An Evolutionary Perspective" (2011), by Vivette Glover
In 2011, fetal researcher Vivette Glover published "Annual Research Review: Prenatal Stress and the Origins of Psychopathology: An Evolutionary Perspective," hereafter, "Prenatal Stress and the Origins of Psychopathology," in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry. In that article, Glover explained how an evolutionary perspective may be useful in understanding the effects of fetal programming. Fetal programming is a hypothesis that attempts to explain how factors during pregnancy can affect fetuses after birth.
Subject: Theories, Reproduction, Disorders
Fetal Programming
Fetal programming, or prenatal programming, is a concept that suggests certain events occurring during critical points of pregnancy may cause permanent effects on the fetus and the infant long after birth. The concept of fetal programming stemmed from the fetal origins hypothesis, also known as Barker's hypothesis, that David Barker proposed in 1995 at the University of Southampton in Southampton, England.
Subject: Processes, Theories, Reproduction
"The Intergenerational Effects of Fetal Programming: Non-genomic Mechanisms for the Inheritance of Low Birth Weight and Cardiovascular Risk" (2004), by Amanda J. Drake and Brian R. Walker
In 2004, Amanda J. Drake and Brian R. Walker published "The Intergenerational Effects of Fetal Programming: Non-genomic Mechanisms for the Inheritance of Low Birth Weight and Cardiovascular Risk," hereafter, "The Intergenerational Effects," in the Journal of Endocrinology. In their article, the authors assert that cardiovascular disease may develop via fetal programming, which is when a certain event occurring during a critical point of pregnancy affects the fetus long after birth.
Subject: Publications, Theories, Reproduction
David Reimer and John Money Gender Reassignment Controversy: The John/Joan Case
In the mid-1960s, psychologist John Money encouraged the gender reassignment of David Reimer, who was born a biological male but suffered irreparable damage to his penis as an infant. Born in 1965 as Bruce Reimer, his penis was irreparably damaged during infancy due to a failed circumcision. After encouragement from Money, Reimer's parents decided to raise Reimer as a girl. Reimer underwent surgery as an infant to construct rudimentary female genitals, and was given female hormones during puberty.
Subject: Theories
All cells that have a nucleus, including plant, animal, fungal cells, and most single-celled protists, also have mitochondria. Mitochondria are particles called organelles found outside the nucleus in a cell's cytoplasm. The main function of mitochondria is to supply energy to the cell, and therefore to the organism. The theory for how mitochondria evolved, proposed by Lynn Margulis in the twentieth century, is that they were once free-living organisms.
Subject: Organisms, Theories
Study of Fossilized Massospondylus Dinosaur Embryos from South Africa (1978-2012)
In 1978, James Kitching discovered two dinosaur embryos in a road-cut talus at Roodraai (Red Bend) in Golden Gate Highlands National Park, South Africa. Kitching assigned the fossilized embryos to the species of long necked herbivores Massospondylus carinatus (longer vertebra) from the Early Jurassic period, between 200 and 183 million years ago. The embryos were partially visible but surrounded by eggshell and rock, called matrix. Kitching said that the eggs were too delicate to remove from the matrix without damage.
Subject: Theories, Organisms
DNA and X and Y Chromosomes
Y-chromosomes exist in the body cells of many kinds of male animals. Found in the nucleus of most living animal cells, the X and Y-chromosomes are condensed structures made of DNA wrapped around proteins called histones. The individual histones bunch into groups that the coiled DNA wraps around called a nucleosome, which are roughly 10 nano-meters (nm) across. The histones bunch together to form a helical fiber (30 nm) that spins into a supercoil (200 nm). During much of a cell's life, DNA exists in the 200 nm supercoil phase.
Apoptosis in Embryonic Development
Apoptosis, or programmed cell death, is a mechanism in embryonic development that occurs naturally in organisms. Apoptosis is a different process from cell necrosis, which is uncontrolled cell death usually after infection or specific trauma. As cells rapidly proliferate during development, some of them undergo apoptosis, which is necessary for many stages in development, including neural development, reduction in egg cells (oocytes) at birth, as well as the shaping of fingers and vestigial organs in humans and other animals. Sydney Brenner, H. Robert Horvitz, and John E.
Estrogen and the Menstrual Cycle in Humans
Estrogen is the primary sex hormone in women and it functions during the reproductive menstrual cycle. Women have three major types of estrogen: estrone, estradiol, and estriol, which bind to and activate receptors within the body. Researchers discovered the three types of estrogen over a period of seven years, contributing to more detailed descriptions of the menstrual cycle. Each type of estrogen molecule contains a slightly different arrangement or number of atoms that in turn causes some of the estrogens to be more active than others.
Subject: Theories, Reproduction
Paternal Sperm Telomere Elongation and Its Impact on Offspring Fitness
Telomeres are structures at the ends of DNA strands that get longer in the DNA of sperm cells as males age. That phenomenon is different for most other types of cells, for which telomeres get shorter as organisms age. In 1992, scientists showed that telomere length (TL) in sperm increases with age in contrast to most cell of most other types. Telomeres are the protective caps at the end of DNA strands that preserve chromosomal integrity and contribute to DNA length and stability.
Fetus in Fetu
Fetus in fetu is a rare variety of parasitic twins , where the developmentally abnormal parasitic twin is completely encapsulated within the torso of the otherwise normally developed host twin. In the late eighteenth century, German anatomist Johann Friedrich Meckel was the first to described fetus in fetu, which translates to "fetus within fetus." Fetus in fetu is thought to result from the unequal division of the totipotent inner cell mass , the mass of cells that is the ancestral precursor to all cells in the body.
Subject: Theories, Disorders, Reproduction
The Inheritance of Acquired Characteristics (1924), by Paul Kammerer
The Inheritance of Acquired Characteristics is a book published in 1924, written by Paul Kammerer, who studied developmental biology in Vienna, Austria, in the early twentieth century. The Inheritance of Acquired Characteristics summarizes Kammerer's experiments, and explains their significance. In his book, Kammerer aims to explain how offspring inherit traits from their parents. Some scholars criticized Kammerer's reports and interpretations, arguing that they were inaccurate and misleading, while others supported Kammerer's work.
Charles Darwin's Theory of Pangenesis
In 1868 in England, Charles Darwin proposed his pangenesis theory to describe the units of inheritance between parents and offspring and the processes by which those units control development in offspring. Darwin coined the concept of gemmules, which he said referred to hypothesized minute particles of inheritance thrown off by all cells of the body. The theory suggested that an organism's environment could modify the gemmules in any parts of the body, and that these modified gemmules would congregate in the reproductive organs of parents to be passed on to their offspring.
Dinosaur Egg Parataxonomy
Dinosaur egg parataxonomy is a classification system that organizes dinosaur eggs by descriptive features such as shape, size, and shell thickness. Though egg parataxonomy originated in the nineteenth century, Zi-Kui Zhao from Beijing, China, developed a modern parataxonomic system in the late twentieth century. Zhao's system, published in 1975, enabled scientists to organize egg specimens according to observable features, and to communicate their findings.
Molecular Epigenetics and Development: Histone Conformations, DNA Methylation and Genomic Imprinting
Introduced by Conrad Hal Waddington in 1942, the concept of epigenetics gave scientists a new paradigm of thought concerning embryonic development, and since then has been widely applied, for instance to inheritable diseases, molecular technologies, and indeed the human genome as a whole. A genome contains an embedded intricate coding template that provides a means of genetic expression from the initial steps of embryonic development until the death of the organism. Within the genome there are two prominent components: coding (exons) and non-coding (introns) sequences.


Currently, feminist activists in China face significant political and cultural barriers to achieving gender equality. These activists require that a political opportunity develop allowing them fundamentally alter the barriers impeding their progress. In this essay, I examine the works of several prominent feminist theorists to cultivate a solution for this problem and apply these findings to the current political and social contexts of China. I propose that a unification of global feminism, transnational feminism, and local feminism is a necessity to properly develop the political opportunity window in China. Transnational feminism must act as a bridge between the isolated local feminists within the country and the academic-based constituency of global feminism. Transnational activists have to integrate the teachings of global feminists theorists into their efforts to aid the Chinese feminists. This methodological framework unites global feminists theories, intersectional analysis, human rights framing, and mobilizing structures to bolster the influence of women's activists in China, despite oppressive conditions. Finally, I examine several alternative theoretical perspectives and explain why each was not utilized or is not applicable to this situation.
SALGADO, Marco Jose. Opening a Political Opportunity for Women in China. Vanderbilt Undergraduate Research Journal, [S.l.], v. 9, aug. 2013. ISSN 1555-788X. Available at: <http://vurj.vanderbilt.edu/index.php/vurj/article/view/3764>. Date accessed: 26 apr. 2019. doi: https://doi.org/10.15695/vurj.v9i0.3764.


text:
@extends('layouts.app')
@section('content')

{!! __('messages.language') !!}

{!! __('messages.language') !!}

                            <form id="gameVersion-handling-form" class="memoriForm" method="GET"
                                  action="{{route('showGameVersionResourcesForLanguage')}}"
                                  enctype="multipart/form-data">
                                <input type="hidden" name="game_version_id" value="{{$gameVersionId}}">
                                <select class="selecter" name="lang_id" onchange="this.form.submit()">
                                    <option value="0">Select a language</option>
                                    @foreach($languages as $language)
                                        <option value="{{$language->id}}">{{$language->name}}</option>
                                    @endforeach
                                </select>
                            </form>

@endsection

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaGithub


The new ecoFIT sustain range of combi, system and open-vent boilers from Vaillant have been designed to meet the requirements of new build developments. With a compact design, the ecoFIT sustain is suitable for a range of homes and can easily fit in most kitchen cupboards. For ease of installation and siting flexibility, they also come with both rear and top flue options using existing Vaillant flue systems.
The new boilers offer a high SAP rating and are fully compatible with the company's wired and wireless controls, including the vSMART app-based control which possesses both load and weather compensation. The vSMART intelligently learns from a home's thermal behaviour as well as outside weather conditions and adjusts accordingly to maximise both efficiency and comfort levels.
UK MD Klaus Jesse says: "We are the leading premium brand for high performing and responsible solutions for specification. Our products have high efficiency ratings and low emissions, with an enviable reputation for performance, quality and reliability. This comes from proven German engineering combined with award winning UK manufacturing.


text:
The Resource Year 2000 computing challenge : lessons learned can be applied to other management challenges : report to the Chairman, Subcommittee on Government Management, Information and Technology, Committee on Government Reform, House of Representatives, United States General Accounting Office
Year 2000 computing challenge : lessons learned can be applied to other management challenges : report to the Chairman, Subcommittee on Government Management, Information and Technology, Committee on Government Reform, House of Representatives, United States General Accounting Office
The item Year 2000 computing challenge : lessons learned can be applied to other management challenges : report to the Chairman, Subcommittee on Government Management, Information and Technology, Committee on Government Reform, House of Representatives, United States General Accounting Office represents a specific, individual, material embodiment of a distinct intellectual or artistic creation found in Biddle Law Library- University of Pennsylvania Law School.
United States, General Accounting Office
United States, General Accounting Office.
Washington, D.C. P.O. Box 37050, Washington 20013, The Office, 2000
Not distributed to depository libraries in a physical form
"September 2000."
"GAO/AIMD-00-290."
"B-286056"--P. 3
Year 2000 computing challenge : lessons learned can be applied to other management challenges : report to the Chairman, Subcommittee on Government Management, Information and Technology, Committee on Government Reform, House of Representatives
Year 2000 computing challenge
lessons learned can be applied to other management challenges : report to the Chairman, Subcommittee on Government Management, Information and Technology, Committee on Government Reform, House of Representatives
United States General Accounting Office
Administrative agencies -- United States -- Data processing
Year 2000 date conversion (Computer systems) -- United States
Available via Internet from the GPO Access web site. Address as of 1/29/2001: http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=gao&docid=f:ai00290.pdf; current access is available via PURL
Year 2000 date conversion (Computer systems)
Administrative agencies

 Data from Year 2000 computing challenge : lessons learned can be applied to other management challenges : report to the Chairman, Subcommittee on Government Management, Information and Technology, Committee on Government Reform, House of Representatives, United States General Accounting Office - Biddle Law Library- University of Pennsylvania Law School

Data Citation of the Item Year 2000 computing challenge : lessons learned can be applied to other management challenges : report to the Chairman, Subcommittee on Government Management, Information and Technology, Committee on Government Reform, House of Representatives, United States General Accounting Office

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaCommonCrawl


You can find details, dates and schedule for all our watersports and games on the above menu.
You can find details for mountain bike rentals and rates on the above menu.
Combine 2 of any activities and get 15 % discount per person, or 20% discount for 3 activities!
Your children can have a great time at the water sports activity centers in Punda beach and Golden beach at Paros in Cyclades.
Every traveller, that has visited Paros, has found a special reason to love this blessed island.
AWAKE PAROS water-sports and mountain bike is a big TEAM of enthusiastic sports professionals. We love extreme sports. Wake-boarding, water-skiing, riding our mountain bikes, anything that keeps us AWAKE and fit. We are here to help you enjoy the nature by exploring our beautiful island, Paros.


text:
Protecting Email Privacy—A Battle We Need to Keep Fighting
By Jennifer Lynch
We filed an amicus brief in a federal appellate case called United States v. Ackerman Friday, arguing something most of us already thought was a given—that the Fourth Amendment protects the contents of your emails from warrantless government searches.
Email and other electronic communications can contain highly personal, intimate details of our lives. As one court noted, through emails, "[l]overs exchange sweet nothings, and businessmen swap ambitious plans, all with the click of a mouse button." In an age where almost all of us now communicate via email, text, or some other messaging service, electronic communications are, in effect, no different from letters, which the Supreme Court held were protected by the Fourth Amendment way back in 1878.
Most of us thought this was pretty uncontroversial, especially since another federal appellate court held as much in a 2010 case called United States v. Warshak. However, in Ackerman, the district court added a new wrinkle. It held the Fourth Amendment no longer applies once an email user violates a provider's terms of service and the provider shuts down the user's account.
Background on the Case
It's hard to conceive how an agreement with your email provider to deliver and store your emails could eviscerate your Fourth Amendment rights. But that's what the district court decided in Ackerman. AOL shut down Ackerman's email account after its automated anti-child pornography filters were triggered by an image attached to one of his emails. Following federal law, AOL sent the email and attachments to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which searched them, leading to an indictment on child pornography charges. Ackerman pleaded guilty but reserved his right to argue that the evidence used against him shouldn't have been allowed because it was obtained through searches of his email without a warrant.
The case, which is now on appeal to the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, has already been up to this court once before. In 2016, the Tenth Circuit, in an opinion written by then-judge Neil Gorsuch, determined NCMEC acted as a government agent when it opened Ackerman's email and its attachments. The appellate court also held that because NCMEC did so without a warrant, its actions might have violated the Fourth Amendment if Ackerman had a reasonable expectation of privacy in his email. The Tenth Circuit then sent the case back to the district court to address that question.
Back at the district court, the government argued, and the court held, that Ackerman did not have a reasonable expectation of privacy in the single email and attachments after Ackerman violated AOL's TOS and AOL shut down his account. The court reasoned that because AOL's TOS prohibited users from engaging in illegal activity and said the company could take legal action for violations, Ackerman was on notice that there would be no objective reason for him to expect privacy over his emails once his account was suspended.
The District Court's Logic Doesn't Make Sense
The district court's reasoning is simply wrong. Under the court's logic, your Fourth Amendment rights rise or fall based on unilateral contracts with your service providers—contracts that almost none of us even read. As we argued in our brief, a company's TOS should not dictate your constitutional rights. Companies draft terms of service to govern how their platforms may be used; these are rules about the relationship between you and your email provider, not you and the government.
Internet companies' TOS—those lengthy, annoying, legalese missives that users must agree to—control what kind of content you can post, how you can use the platform, and how platforms can protect themselves against fraud. The terms of these contracts are extremely broad. Actions that could cause a provider to terminate your account for TOS violations include not just criminal activity such as distributing child pornography but also—as defined solely by the provider—things like sending an email containing a racial epithet, sharing a news article with your team at work without permission from the copyright holder, or marketing your small business to all of your friends without their advance consent. While some might find activities such as these objectionable or annoying, they shouldn't result in losing your Fourth Amendment right to privacy over your emails.
Given the vast amount of storage many email providers offer, most of us now hold onto email for years. Accounts can hold tens of thousands of private, personal messages, photos, and videos, revealing intimate details about our private and professional lives. In 2010 the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit recognized the important privacy interests we have in our email, and ruled in Warshak that email users have a Fourth Amendment-protected expectation of privacy in the communications they store with their email providers. This ruling has been adopted by every court that has dealt directly with the question of Fourth Amendment rights and email content. It is recognized by all the major communications service providers, who require a warrant before turning over contents of user communications to the government. And it's followed by the government, which regularly seeks warrants to access user communications.
The trial court's ruling in Ackerman allows private agreements like TOS to trump bedrock Fourth Amendment protections for private communications. The ruling doesn't just affect child pornography cases—anyone whose account was shut down for any violation of TOS could lose Fourth Amendment protections over all the emails in their account. The Tenth Circuit should not allow such a sweeping invalidation of constitutional rights to stand.
Warshak v. USA
Warshak v. United States
Deeplinks Blog by Katitza Rodriguez, Karen Gullo, George Wong | January 13, 2022
Nearly 130 Public Interest Organizations and Experts Urge the United Nations to Include Human Rights Safeguards in Proposed UN Cybercrime Treaty
(UPDATE: Due to the ongoing situation concerning the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the Ad Hoc Committee won't hold its first session from 17 to 28 January 2022 in New York, as planned. Further information will be provided in due course).EFF and Human Rights Watch, along with nearly 130 organizations and academics...
Press Release | January 12, 2022
Livestreamed Hearing Moved to Jan. 21: EFF Will Ask Court to Issue Judgment Against SFPD for Illegally Spying on Protesters Marching in Support of Black Lives
Update: The hearing has been moved to January 21.San Francisco—On Friday, Jan. 21, at 9:30 am, the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) and the ACLU of Northern California will ask a California state court to find that the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) violated city law when it used a network...
Press Release | January 6, 2022
"Worst in Show Awards" Livestreams Friday: EFF's Cindy Cohn and Cory Doctorow Will Unveil Most Privacy-Defective, Least Secure Consumer Tech Products at CES
Las Vegas—On Friday, January 7, at 9:30 am PT, Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) Executive Director Cindy Cohn and EFF Special Advisor and sci-fi author Cory Doctorow will present the creepiest, most privacy-invasive, and unsecure consumer tech devices debuting at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES).EFF, in partnership with iFixit, USPIRG,...
Deeplinks Blog by Matthew Guariglia | January 6, 2022
How are Police Using Drones?
Across the country, police departments are using myriad means and resources at their disposal to stock up on drones. According to the most recent tally on the Atlas of Surveillance (a project of EFF and the University of Nevada), at least 1,172 police departments nationwide are using drones. And...
Deeplinks Blog by Katitza Rodriguez, Karen Gullo | January 3, 2022
Cross-Border Access to User Data by Law Enforcement: 2021 Year in Review
Law enforcement around the world is apparently getting its holiday wish list, thanks to the Council of Europe's adoption of a flawed new protocol to the Budapest Convention, a treaty governing procedures for accessing digital evidence across borders in criminal investigations. The Second Additional Protocol ("the Protocol") to the...
Deeplinks Blog by Joe Mullin | December 28, 2021
In 2021, We Told Apple: Don't Scan Our Phones
Strong encryption provides privacy and security for everyone online. We can't have private conversations, or safe transactions, without it. Encryption is critical to democratic politics and reliable economic transactions around the world. When a company rolls back its existing commitments to encryption, that's a bad sign. In August, Apple made...
Deeplinks Blog by Veridiana Alimonti | December 27, 2021
The Battle for Communications Privacy in Latin America: 2021 in Review
Uncovering government surveillance and fighting for robust and effective legal safeguards and oversight is a continuous battle in Latin American countries. Surveillance capabilities and technologies are becoming more intrusive and prevalent, surrounded by a culture of secrecy and entrenched views that pit security against privacy. There are several...
Deeplinks Blog by Eva Galperin | December 25, 2021
Stalkerware: 2021 in Review
Stalkerware—that is, commercially-available apps that can be covertly installed on another person's device for the purpose of monitoring their activity without their knowledge or consent—is nothing new, but 2021 has underscored just how prevalent and dangerous these apps continue to be and how important it is for companies and government...
Deeplinks Blog by Karen Gullo, Eva Galperin | December 15, 2021
Apple's Android App to Scan for AirTags is a Necessary Step Forward, But More Anti-Stalking Mitigations Are Needed
This post has been updated to say that Tracker Detect is available internationally.We're pleased to see Apple has come out with an Android app called Tracker Detect that addresses some of the serious threats to privacy and safety we identified with Apple AirTags when they debuted. Quarter-sized Bluetooth-enabled...
Deeplinks Blog by Alexei Miagkov, Bennett Cyphers | December 14, 2021
Google's Manifest V3 Still Hurts Privacy, Security, and Innovation
It's been over two years since our initial response to Google's Manifest V3 proposal. Manifest V3 is the latest set of changes to the Chrome browser's rules for browser extensions. Each extensions manifest version update introduces backwards-incompatible changes to ostensibly move the platform forward. In 2018, Manifest V3 was...


text:
La Valero Energy Corporation è una società statunitense attiva nel campo della raffinazione del petrolio e del gas naturale. Ha sede a San Antonio (Texas) e fu fondata nel 1980. Essa possiede e gestisce 18 raffinerie negli Stati Uniti, in Canada e nei Caraibi che producono circa 3,3 milioni di barili al giorno, il che la rende una delle principali società del Nord America. E' proprietaria del marchio di stazioni di servizio Shamrock e in passato del marchio Ultamar.

Galleria d'immagini

Note

Altri progetti

Collegamenti esterni

Compagnie petrolifere statunitensi

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaWikipedia


With the competitiveness of US universities increasing each year, students are concerned with the growing challenge of distinguishing themselves from other applicants. And parents are concocting more exotic and adventurous summer plans for their children in an attempt to help their kids appear impressive and unique in the eyes of admissions officers. But fear not: contrary to popular belief, a student need not skydive off a lava–filled volcano to get into her dream university!
Breadth & Depth: U.S universities want to see both breadth and depth of experiences. This means that the first two years of high school are a good time for young teens to experiment with activities and involvements, camps, courses and leagues that interest them. Those first two summers should be largely guided by the passions and hobbies of the student, allowing him or her to develop as an individual and understand his or her strengths, and interests. During the last two summers of high school (entering sixth form), students should hone the depth of their commitments and focus on a few interests, involvements or work experiences which can become narrative threads throughout the story that they tell as applicants.
Global Citizenship & Leadership: In an increasingly globalized world, US universities are seeking to attract students who have encountered diversity in the people they've interacted with and in the places they've visited. Participating in language immersion, study abroad or community service programs demonstrates an independence of spirit on the student's behalf, and an ability to interact with people from other cultures. Similarly, top US universities today are trying to identify and build the future leaders of tomorrow. Whether those future – leaders be musicians, politicians, artists, or lawyers, they are students who can demonstrate leadership during the summer by mentoring, serving as a camp counselors, or otherwise assuming a leadership role in an area of interest to them today.
Entrepreneurship & Initiative – Taking: In the past couple of years, US universities have been looking for student's to demonstrate an entrepreneurial flair in their involvements out of school. Students can show initiative – taking by starting an online business, building something impressive, or by establishing a group or a club with friends to rally behind a cause.
However your child spends his or her summer, make sure it is pursuing something that they're passionate about. Genuine commitment will show through when he tells the story of first encountering the view from the Great Wall of China, or she recalls the experience of building that model 'plane in her garden.
For more information about US university application strategy, Check out BridgeU – the preparation and application platform for globally mobile students. Our software matches students with the best universities for them, positions them to maximize their chances of success and manages the application process on their behalf.


text:
Jan. 6 news: Gun violence a public health issue, US can't treat children in disasters, e-cigarette advertising
by Dan on Jan 6, 2016 • 9:06 am
NBC News — Gun control is a public health issue (featuring APHA Executive Director Georges C. Benjamin, MD)
Public health experts and scientists celebrated President Barack Obama's gun plan Tuesday, saying firearm safety is clearly a public health issue and urging Congress to embrace science in the fight for gun-law reform. Obama, surrounded by victims of recent mass shootings, detailed a series of executive orders aimed at keeping guns out of the hands of dangerous buyers. "With more research, we could further improve gun safety. Just as with more research, we've reduced traffic fatalities enormously over the last 30 years," Obama said Tuesday. The White House and public health experts have likened gun research to the work that led to seat belt laws. As with car accidents, gun violence isn't a disease but it is a major killer, said Lawrence Gostin of Georgetown University's O'Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law. "Our nation's epidemic of gun violence exacts far too high a toll on the health of our communities," added Dr. Georges Benjamin, executive director of the American Public Health Association.
Reuters — US may lack resources to treat kids in disasters
In the event of a natural disaster, epidemic or terrorist attack, the U.S. may not have enough medical resources to aid affected children, according to a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Children are particularly vulnerable to illness and injuries during these emergency situations and their distinct needs – such as special drug formulations or dosing and pint-size medical devices – mean supplies set aside for adults may not work for them. To start fixing the problem, the U.S. needs more investment in treatments that are appropriate for children, including research to develop age-appropriate therapies as well as investments to increase the nation's stockpile of remedies already made for kids, according to the report from AAP's Disaster Preparedness Advisory Council.
Tech Times — Millions of teens being targeted by e-cigarette advertising, CDC says
Massive amounts of e-cigarette advertising on TV, in print, online and at retail outlets is being aimed squarely at America's teenagers, a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. Tens of millions of dollars are being spent by makers of e-cigarettes to target teens, and it's working, the CDC says; around seven in 10 middle and high school students — more than 18 million teenagers — are exposed to e-cigarette advertising.
Previous post'State of Public Health 2016' with CDC Director Tom Frieden Next postAPHA, safety advocates applaud Obama's executive actions to prevent gun violence


Sometimes, we're able to get the others to join in on the fun. In this shot, we're waiting (surprise, surprise) for Brandon's class. Leroy (AKA "Fair Uncle") has taken a break from the serious action to fool around with the boys. Believe me. As soon as this shot was taken, Leroy and Brandon were right back to the action and Austin and I were left to entertain ourselves once again.


The Animal Services Unit is a part of the UCPD and is staffed by a Public Services Officer seven days a week, except for holidays.
Annually, we respond to about 1,500 calls for services. The types of calls we get include things like injured animals, requests to pick up animals, removal of dead animals, taking reports of animal bites, and removal of snakes. We also patrol for stray animals, cite leash law violations, and investigate the inhumane treatment of animals.
Our telephone number is 510.675.5234.
Do I need to license my dog and, if so, when?
You must license your dog when the dog is four months or older. This license must be renewed annually. Get your dog license.
What do I do about a neighbor's noisy pet and what will be done?
We do respond to complaints of noisy animals. At first, we give an educational brochure to the animal's owner and ask that they comply with state and city laws. If the noise continues, we may have to refer the matter to the Alameda County District Attorney's Office for prosecution.
What happens if I'm bitten by an animal?
We investigate and document animal bites following the guidelines of the State Health & Welfare Agency Department of Health Services for treatment, investigation and control of animal bites. We generally do not take reports on rodent bites. For rodent bites, please contact Alameda County Vector Control at 510.567.6800.
Will Animal Services pick up cats that I find on my property?
Cats are not subject to the city's leash laws, and we do not pick up stray cats. If you experience property damage due to cats, you may rent humane live traps from several rental services listed in the telephone directory. Cats can be baited and trapped legally, then transported to the Tri-City Animal Shelter located at the Fremont Police Department at 2000 Stevenson Boulevard in Fremont.
If my pet becomes ill, will Animal Services pick it up?
You should take sick or injured pets that you own to a veterinarian for treatment or euthanasia by their owners.
Will Animal Services Unit pick up dead animals, and from where?
We pick up all dead animals as soon as possible. This includes animals found in public areas and on city streets. For a fee, we will remove deceased pets from residences.
Where is the Animal Shelter for Union City?
The shelter is located at the Tri-City Animal Shelter, 1950 Stevenson Boulevard, Fremont. Their telephone number is 510.790.6640.
Does the Animal Services Unit pick up loose dogs, and will they pick up owner-released animals?
We pick up all dogs found in violation of the city's leash laws (see Municipal Code). Dog owners who no longer want their pet should place the animal with a new owner. Breed rescue clubs and humane societies should be your first step. As a last resort, we will pick up owned pets for a fee.
Will the Animal Services Unit respond to bee, wasp, or hornet (yellow jacket) complaints?
We do not respond to complaints about insects such as bees, wasps, or hornets. Instead, Alameda County Vector Control responds to these problems may be able to resolve the situation. Otherwise, pest control companies can handle such matters.
Are exotic pets allowed in Union City?
Exotic animals are fully defined in 8.20.010 of the Union City Municipal Code. No person may own or keep any exotic animal, e.g. venomous snakes, alligators, hawks, tigers, etc., without a permit issued by the City of Union City.
Who can I call about nuisance wildlife?
Alameda County Vector Control investigates all forms of nuisance wildlife. We reserve trapping of nuisance wildlife for clear "health and safety" threats, or significant depredation of property. Please note that California State law requires all trapped animals to be euthanized. The Animal Services Unit will investigate reports of snakes and remove them when necessary.
What does Animal Services do about loose livestock?
We capture livestock and return them to their pasture when possible. If a responsible party can be located, we inform them of the problem and suggest steps to prevent it from happening again.
What happens to injured animals?
We pick up all injured animals and take them directly to a local veterinarian for treatment. Injured wildlife is taken to the Ohlone Humane Society Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Newark.


text:
Seven Songs for Quartet and Chamber Orchestra is an album by Gary Burton. A collection of compositions by Michael Gibbs, it features Burton with guitarist Mick Goodrick, bassist Steve Swallow, drummer Ted Seibs and the NDR Symphony Orchestra.

Track listing
All tracks composed by Michael Gibbs; except where indicated
"Nocturne Vulgaire/Arise Her Eyes" (Mike Gibbs, Steve Swallow) - 9:27
"Throb" - 5:27
"By Way of a Preface" - 4:33
"Phases" - 7:23
"The Rain Before It Falls" - 4:04
"Three" - 6:12

Personnel
 Gary Burton – vibraharp
 Mick Goodrick – guitar
 Steve Swallow – bass
 Ted Seibs – drums
 NDR Symphony Orchestra conducted by Michael Gibbs

References

1974 albums
Gary Burton albums
ECM Records albums
Albums produced by Manfred Eicher


text:
SEGA FES 2019: Six new titles announced for the SEGA AGES series
March 30, 2019 by FlareHabanero
More news has dropped regarding to the SEGA AGES series, this time a lot of announced titles coming to the series sometime in the future. These titles are Puzzle & Action Ichidant-R, Shinobi, G-loc Air Battle, Fantasy Zone, Herzog Zwei, and Wonder Boy in Monster Land. Each title will be based on their original arcade version, with the exception being Herzog Zwei instead being based on the Mega Drive version. No other information such as pricing, release date, or any other additional features have been revealed.
This announcement notably means that G-loc Air Battle will have the original arcade version ported to a home console for the first time, while this will be the first time SEGA used the Herzog IP after the acquirement of Technosoft's library. What is your thoughts on these titles coming to the SEGA AGES series?
Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap remake revealed
June 2, 2016 by Barry
2016 continues to be the year of retro revivals, as a remake of the SEGA Master System classic Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap has just been announced. Published by DotEmu and developed by Lizardcube and based on Westone Bit Entertainment's original game, the Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap remake is said to be made with the blessing of LAT and the cooperation of series creator Ryuichi Nishizawa. The game seemingly has no connecting with Wonder Boy and the Cursed Kingdom, despite also being made in cooperation with Ryuichi Nishizawa.
Interestingly, no mention of SEGA is made anywhere on the remake's site, despite SEGA seemingly owning Wonder Boy. However, it is noted on the game's website that "with the help of Ryuichi Nishizawa (Westone), Shinji Fujiwara (LAT), and a relentless commitment of DotEmu to untangle a bunch of documents covered in pixellated dustwebs, we have licensed the IP to create this new version (a first since 1994)."
The game has an unknown release date, and platforms are listed as consoles and PC. Check out the trailer above, and after the break read the full press release and check out some screenshots and artwork. More news on the remake as we hear it!
SEGA Retrospective: From Wonder Boy to Monster World to Adventure Island and beyond
April 15, 2016 by FlareHabanero
Over the years, video game franchises have come in many styles. Platforming, fighting, puzzle, shooting, the list is never ending. But one thing many franchises have in common is that they have to start somewhere, setting up the foundation for future titles to follow up and improve on. However, on occasion, something happens down the line that causes the franchise to become twisted, causing things to become complicated. Copyright issues might make the prospect of new titles impossible so spiritual successors might be necessary (For example Bayonetta being the successor to Devil May Cry), or the franchise suffers from an identity crisis when localized like with Puyo Puyo, or games having inconsistent releases cause confusion like the infamous Final Fantasy I to VI problem.
By far one of the most curious cases is with a franchise called Wonder Boy (Aka Monster World).


text:
Q: What is equivalent of JAVA ThreadLocal in dart? static ThreadLocal<Uint8List> threadBuffer = new ThreadLocal<Uint8List>() {
@Override
  public byte[] initialValue() {
    return new byte[512];
 }
};

In Java, ThreadLocal is a class that provides thread-local variables. These are variables that are specific to a particular thread and are not shared among other threads.
So what is equivalent of this code snippets in dart.

A: Dart does not have thread-shared memory. Every isolate is single-threaded. Instead of concurrency, asynchronous code is event based.
You may still want to have "semi-global" state which is preserved across awaits, but is not shared by other events happening in-between.
You can use zones for that.
Future<void> doSomething
for (var id in [1, 2, 3]) {
  runZoned(zoneValues: {#id: 42}, () async {
    await firstPart();
    var id = Zone.current[#id] as int; // Read id from zone
    print(id);
    await secondPart();
  });
}

This code runs the same code three times, but in different zones with different values bound to the #id symbol.
That's the closest thing to thread-local values in Dart.

A: Dart does not have a direct equivalent of a Thread-local value. All static and top-level fields in Dart are independent to the isolate running the code. In other words, every value in Dart is thread-local.
So the equivalent of that code snippet in Dart would just be:
static Uint8List threadBuffer = Uint8List(512);

A: The dart equivalent is simply:
Uint8List threadBuffer = Uint8List(512);

In dart you have isolates instead of threads. Isolates do not share memory (state of variables), so the behavior is similar to ThreadLocal.
Consider this example:
import 'dart:isolate';
import 'dart:typed_data';

Uint8List threadBuffer = Uint8List(512);

void main() async {
  ReceivePort receivePort = ReceivePort();

  Isolate.spawn((port) async {
    for (int i = 0; i < threadBuffer.length; i++) {
      threadBuffer[i] = i;
    }
    Isolate.exit(port, threadBuffer);
  }, receivePort.sendPort);

  Isolate.spawn((port) async {
    for (int i = 0; i < threadBuffer.length; i++) {
      threadBuffer[i] = -i;
    }
    Isolate.exit(port, threadBuffer);
  }, receivePort.sendPort);

  await for (final response in receivePort.take(2)) {
    print(response);
  }

  print(threadBuffer);
}

Which prints out:
[0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159, 160, 161, 162, 163, 164, 165, 166, 167, 168, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, 178, 179, 180, 181, 182, 183, 184, 185, 186, 187, 188, 189, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 196, 197, 198, 199, 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 217, 218, 219, 220, 221, 222, 223, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, 237, 238, 239, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250, 251, 252, 253, 254, 255, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159, 160, 161, 162, 163, 164, 165, 166, 167, 168, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, 178, 179, 180, 181, 182, 183, 184, 185, 186, 187, 188, 189, 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 196, 197, 198, 199, 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 216, 217, 218, 219, 220, 221, 222, 223, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, 237, 238, 239, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250, 251, 252, 253, 254, 255]
[0, 255, 254, 253, 252, 251, 250, 249, 248, 247, 246, 245, 244, 243, 242, 241, 240, 239, 238, 237, 236, 235, 234, 233, 232, 231, 230, 229, 228, 227, 226, 225, 224, 223, 222, 221, 220, 219, 218, 217, 216, 215, 214, 213, 212, 211, 210, 209, 208, 207, 206, 205, 204, 203, 202, 201, 200, 199, 198, 197, 196, 195, 194, 193, 192, 191, 190, 189, 188, 187, 186, 185, 184, 183, 182, 181, 180, 179, 178, 177, 176, 175, 174, 173, 172, 171, 170, 169, 168, 167, 166, 165, 164, 163, 162, 161, 160, 159, 158, 157, 156, 155, 154, 153, 152, 151, 150, 149, 148, 147, 146, 145, 144, 143, 142, 141, 140, 139, 138, 137, 136, 135, 134, 133, 132, 131, 130, 129, 128, 127, 126, 125, 124, 123, 122, 121, 120, 119, 118, 117, 116, 115, 114, 113, 112, 111, 110, 109, 108, 107, 106, 105, 104, 103, 102, 101, 100, 99, 98, 97, 96, 95, 94, 93, 92, 91, 90, 89, 88, 87, 86, 85, 84, 83, 82, 81, 80, 79, 78, 77, 76, 75, 74, 73, 72, 71, 70, 69, 68, 67, 66, 65, 64, 63, 62, 61, 60, 59, 58, 57, 56, 55, 54, 53, 52, 51, 50, 49, 48, 47, 46, 45, 44, 43, 42, 41, 40, 39, 38, 37, 36, 35, 34, 33, 32, 31, 30, 29, 28, 27, 26, 25, 24, 23, 22, 21, 20, 19, 18, 17, 16, 15, 14, 13, 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 0, 255, 254, 253, 252, 251, 250, 249, 248, 247, 246, 245, 244, 243, 242, 241, 240, 239, 238, 237, 236, 235, 234, 233, 232, 231, 230, 229, 228, 227, 226, 225, 224, 223, 222, 221, 220, 219, 218, 217, 216, 215, 214, 213, 212, 211, 210, 209, 208, 207, 206, 205, 204, 203, 202, 201, 200, 199, 198, 197, 196, 195, 194, 193, 192, 191, 190, 189, 188, 187, 186, 185, 184, 183, 182, 181, 180, 179, 178, 177, 176, 175, 174, 173, 172, 171, 170, 169, 168, 167, 166, 165, 164, 163, 162, 161, 160, 159, 158, 157, 156, 155, 154, 153, 152, 151, 150, 149, 148, 147, 146, 145, 144, 143, 142, 141, 140, 139, 138, 137, 136, 135, 134, 133, 132, 131, 130, 129, 128, 127, 126, 125, 124, 123, 122, 121, 120, 119, 118, 117, 116, 115, 114, 113, 112, 111, 110, 109, 108, 107, 106, 105, 104, 103, 102, 101, 100, 99, 98, 97, 96, 95, 94, 93, 92, 91, 90, 89, 88, 87, 86, 85, 84, 83, 82, 81, 80, 79, 78, 77, 76, 75, 74, 73, 72, 71, 70, 69, 68, 67, 66, 65, 64, 63, 62, 61, 60, 59, 58, 57, 56, 55, 54, 53, 52, 51, 50, 49, 48, 47, 46, 45, 44, 43, 42, 41, 40, 39, 38, 37, 36, 35, 34, 33, 32, 31, 30, 29, 28, 27, 26, 25, 24, 23, 22, 21, 20, 19, 18, 17, 16, 15, 14, 13, 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1]
[0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0]

Notice that threadBuffer on the main isolate was unaffected by changes to threadBuffer in each of the spawned isolates. This is because the spawned isolates are working on their own independent copy of threadBuffer rather than sharing a single instance of threadBuffer.

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaStackExchange


text:
Lipid peroxidation: Pathophysiological and pharmacological implications in the eye
Ya Fatou Njie-Mbye, Madhura Kulkarni-Chitnis, Catherine A. Opere, Aaron Barrett, Sunny E. Ohia
Department of Pharmacy Sciences
Oxygen-derived free radicals such as hydroxyl and hydroperoxyl species have been shown to oxidize phospholipids and other membrane lipid components leading to lipid peroxidation. In the eye, lipid peroxidation has been reported to play an important role in degenerative ocular diseases (age-related macular degeneration, cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy). Indeed, ocular tissues are prone to damage from reactive oxygen species due to stress from constant exposure of the eye to sunlight, atmospheric oxygen and environmental chemicals. Furthermore, free radical catalyzed peroxidation of long chain polyunsaturated acids (LCPUFAs) such as arachidonic acid and docosahexaenoic acid leads to generation of LCPUFA metabolites including isoprostanes and neuroprostanes that may further exert pharmacological/toxicological actions in ocular tissues. Evidence from literature supports the presence of endogenous defense mechanisms against reactive oxygen species in the eye, thereby presenting new avenues for the prevention and treatment of ocular degeneration. Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and synthetic peroxides can exert pharmacological and toxicological effects on tissues of the anterior uvea of several mammalian species. There is evidence suggesting that the retina, especially retinal ganglion cells can exhibit unique characteristics of antioxidant defense mechanisms. In the posterior segment of the eye, H2O2 and synthetic peroxides produce an inhibitory action on glutamate release (using [3H]-D-aspartate as a marker), in vitro and on the endogenous glutamate and glycine concentrations in vivo. In addition to peroxides, isoprostanes can elicit both excitatory and inhibitory effects on norepinephrine (NE) release from sympathetic nerves in isolated mammalian iris ciliary bodies. Whereas isoprostanes attenuate dopamine release from mammalian neural retina, in vitro, these novel arachidonic acid metabolites exhibit a biphasic regulatory effect on glutamate release from retina and can regulate amino acid neurotransmitter metabolism without inducing cell death in the retina. Furthermore, there appears to be an inhibitory role for neuroprostanes in the release of excitatory amino acid neurotransmitters in mammalian retina. The ability of peroxides and metabolites of LCPUFA to alter the integrity of neurotransmitter pools provides new potential target sites and pathways for the treatment of degenerative ocular diseases.
Frontiers in Physiology
10.3389/fphys.2013.00366
Dive into the research topics of 'Lipid peroxidation: Pathophysiological and pharmacological implications in the eye'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.
Lipid Peroxidation Medicine & Life Sciences 100%
Peroxides Medicine & Life Sciences 90%
Isoprostanes Medicine & Life Sciences 78%
Retina Medicine & Life Sciences 77%
Neuroprostanes Medicine & Life Sciences 68%
Glutamic Acid Medicine & Life Sciences 47%
Njie-Mbye, Y. F., Kulkarni-Chitnis, M., Opere, C. A., Barrett, A., & Ohia, S. E. (2013). Lipid peroxidation: Pathophysiological and pharmacological implications in the eye. Frontiers in Physiology, 4 DEC, [Article 366]. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2013.00366
Lipid peroxidation : Pathophysiological and pharmacological implications in the eye. / Njie-Mbye, Ya Fatou; Kulkarni-Chitnis, Madhura; Opere, Catherine A. et al.
In: Frontiers in Physiology, Vol. 4 DEC, Article 366, 2013.
Njie-Mbye, YF, Kulkarni-Chitnis, M, Opere, CA, Barrett, A & Ohia, SE 2013, 'Lipid peroxidation: Pathophysiological and pharmacological implications in the eye', Frontiers in Physiology, vol. 4 DEC, Article 366. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2013.00366
Njie-Mbye YF, Kulkarni-Chitnis M, Opere CA, Barrett A, Ohia SE. Lipid peroxidation: Pathophysiological and pharmacological implications in the eye. Frontiers in Physiology. 2013;4 DEC:Article 366. doi: 10.3389/fphys.2013.00366
Njie-Mbye, Ya Fatou ; Kulkarni-Chitnis, Madhura ; Opere, Catherine A. et al. / Lipid peroxidation : Pathophysiological and pharmacological implications in the eye. In: Frontiers in Physiology. 2013 ; Vol. 4 DEC.
@article{67f7e35804ce477e8580ea5fdad5cef1,
title = "Lipid peroxidation: Pathophysiological and pharmacological implications in the eye",
abstract = "Oxygen-derived free radicals such as hydroxyl and hydroperoxyl species have been shown to oxidize phospholipids and other membrane lipid components leading to lipid peroxidation. In the eye, lipid peroxidation has been reported to play an important role in degenerative ocular diseases (age-related macular degeneration, cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy). Indeed, ocular tissues are prone to damage from reactive oxygen species due to stress from constant exposure of the eye to sunlight, atmospheric oxygen and environmental chemicals. Furthermore, free radical catalyzed peroxidation of long chain polyunsaturated acids (LCPUFAs) such as arachidonic acid and docosahexaenoic acid leads to generation of LCPUFA metabolites including isoprostanes and neuroprostanes that may further exert pharmacological/toxicological actions in ocular tissues. Evidence from literature supports the presence of endogenous defense mechanisms against reactive oxygen species in the eye, thereby presenting new avenues for the prevention and treatment of ocular degeneration. Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and synthetic peroxides can exert pharmacological and toxicological effects on tissues of the anterior uvea of several mammalian species. There is evidence suggesting that the retina, especially retinal ganglion cells can exhibit unique characteristics of antioxidant defense mechanisms. In the posterior segment of the eye, H2O2 and synthetic peroxides produce an inhibitory action on glutamate release (using [3H]-D-aspartate as a marker), in vitro and on the endogenous glutamate and glycine concentrations in vivo. In addition to peroxides, isoprostanes can elicit both excitatory and inhibitory effects on norepinephrine (NE) release from sympathetic nerves in isolated mammalian iris ciliary bodies. Whereas isoprostanes attenuate dopamine release from mammalian neural retina, in vitro, these novel arachidonic acid metabolites exhibit a biphasic regulatory effect on glutamate release from retina and can regulate amino acid neurotransmitter metabolism without inducing cell death in the retina. Furthermore, there appears to be an inhibitory role for neuroprostanes in the release of excitatory amino acid neurotransmitters in mammalian retina. The ability of peroxides and metabolites of LCPUFA to alter the integrity of neurotransmitter pools provides new potential target sites and pathways for the treatment of degenerative ocular diseases.",
author = "Njie-Mbye, {Ya Fatou} and Madhura Kulkarni-Chitnis and Opere, {Catherine A.} and Aaron Barrett and Ohia, {Sunny E.}",
doi = "10.3389/fphys.2013.00366",
volume = "4 DEC",
journal = "Frontiers in Physiology",
publisher = "Frontiers Research Foundation",
T1 - Lipid peroxidation
T2 - Pathophysiological and pharmacological implications in the eye
AU - Njie-Mbye, Ya Fatou
AU - Kulkarni-Chitnis, Madhura
AU - Opere, Catherine A.
AU - Barrett, Aaron
AU - Ohia, Sunny E.
N2 - Oxygen-derived free radicals such as hydroxyl and hydroperoxyl species have been shown to oxidize phospholipids and other membrane lipid components leading to lipid peroxidation. In the eye, lipid peroxidation has been reported to play an important role in degenerative ocular diseases (age-related macular degeneration, cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy). Indeed, ocular tissues are prone to damage from reactive oxygen species due to stress from constant exposure of the eye to sunlight, atmospheric oxygen and environmental chemicals. Furthermore, free radical catalyzed peroxidation of long chain polyunsaturated acids (LCPUFAs) such as arachidonic acid and docosahexaenoic acid leads to generation of LCPUFA metabolites including isoprostanes and neuroprostanes that may further exert pharmacological/toxicological actions in ocular tissues. Evidence from literature supports the presence of endogenous defense mechanisms against reactive oxygen species in the eye, thereby presenting new avenues for the prevention and treatment of ocular degeneration. Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and synthetic peroxides can exert pharmacological and toxicological effects on tissues of the anterior uvea of several mammalian species. There is evidence suggesting that the retina, especially retinal ganglion cells can exhibit unique characteristics of antioxidant defense mechanisms. In the posterior segment of the eye, H2O2 and synthetic peroxides produce an inhibitory action on glutamate release (using [3H]-D-aspartate as a marker), in vitro and on the endogenous glutamate and glycine concentrations in vivo. In addition to peroxides, isoprostanes can elicit both excitatory and inhibitory effects on norepinephrine (NE) release from sympathetic nerves in isolated mammalian iris ciliary bodies. Whereas isoprostanes attenuate dopamine release from mammalian neural retina, in vitro, these novel arachidonic acid metabolites exhibit a biphasic regulatory effect on glutamate release from retina and can regulate amino acid neurotransmitter metabolism without inducing cell death in the retina. Furthermore, there appears to be an inhibitory role for neuroprostanes in the release of excitatory amino acid neurotransmitters in mammalian retina. The ability of peroxides and metabolites of LCPUFA to alter the integrity of neurotransmitter pools provides new potential target sites and pathways for the treatment of degenerative ocular diseases.
AB - Oxygen-derived free radicals such as hydroxyl and hydroperoxyl species have been shown to oxidize phospholipids and other membrane lipid components leading to lipid peroxidation. In the eye, lipid peroxidation has been reported to play an important role in degenerative ocular diseases (age-related macular degeneration, cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy). Indeed, ocular tissues are prone to damage from reactive oxygen species due to stress from constant exposure of the eye to sunlight, atmospheric oxygen and environmental chemicals. Furthermore, free radical catalyzed peroxidation of long chain polyunsaturated acids (LCPUFAs) such as arachidonic acid and docosahexaenoic acid leads to generation of LCPUFA metabolites including isoprostanes and neuroprostanes that may further exert pharmacological/toxicological actions in ocular tissues. Evidence from literature supports the presence of endogenous defense mechanisms against reactive oxygen species in the eye, thereby presenting new avenues for the prevention and treatment of ocular degeneration. Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and synthetic peroxides can exert pharmacological and toxicological effects on tissues of the anterior uvea of several mammalian species. There is evidence suggesting that the retina, especially retinal ganglion cells can exhibit unique characteristics of antioxidant defense mechanisms. In the posterior segment of the eye, H2O2 and synthetic peroxides produce an inhibitory action on glutamate release (using [3H]-D-aspartate as a marker), in vitro and on the endogenous glutamate and glycine concentrations in vivo. In addition to peroxides, isoprostanes can elicit both excitatory and inhibitory effects on norepinephrine (NE) release from sympathetic nerves in isolated mammalian iris ciliary bodies. Whereas isoprostanes attenuate dopamine release from mammalian neural retina, in vitro, these novel arachidonic acid metabolites exhibit a biphasic regulatory effect on glutamate release from retina and can regulate amino acid neurotransmitter metabolism without inducing cell death in the retina. Furthermore, there appears to be an inhibitory role for neuroprostanes in the release of excitatory amino acid neurotransmitters in mammalian retina. The ability of peroxides and metabolites of LCPUFA to alter the integrity of neurotransmitter pools provides new potential target sites and pathways for the treatment of degenerative ocular diseases.
U2 - 10.3389/fphys.2013.00366
DO - 10.3389/fphys.2013.00366
VL - 4 DEC
JO - Frontiers in Physiology
JF - Frontiers in Physiology
M1 - Article 366


Glenn Martin Dental Adventure is a thrilling game appeared on our site, which will test the skill and agility. In this game you will need these qualities because only you will accomplish your objective successfully. In this game you will be Glenn Martin dentist who travels around the country to care for people's teeth. Every client will have other things to do to the teeth so that it helps people to have beautiful teeth. You will have some time to fulfill your duties as a dentist. Although it seems an easy task because not rush to judge the game is difficult and as you progress you will give higher levels of obstacles that will give you big headaches. In this game you need only mouse with which you must fulfill the tasks step by step. On the left side of the screen you have the tools you need to fix people's teeth with dentist Glen. Give of your best to reach the top of the best players, because only you show everyone what you are capable.
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO it take too long to load!
how do u extract a tooth like what the nugget?????
Glenn Martin Dental Adventure is a game that has been added on 22.11.2015 and we invite you to play right now because it was played 56119 times. Glenn Martin Dental Adventure was added in Friv Today Games and seems to have 82% obtained at the vote from each member that have been played this game.


To spread the awareness of heart-related diseases and leading people to a healthy life, a Health Awareness Workshop 'Heart Disease – Causes & Prevention' was organized by DJJS Nagpur, Maharashtra on 25th of November 2018 at Durga Nagar, Manewada Road in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
To educate people about the health of the heart, Dr. Aallam from 'SAAOL Heart Centre, Nagpur, was invited. During a one & half hour awareness workshop with around 400 participants, Dr. Aallam began the session with a note that the cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the world's biggest silent killer of all non-communicable diseases and more than 17.5 million deaths are caused by it all around the world, so it is very important to take care of heart health. He sensitized about the most prevalent cardiovascular diseases i.e. Heart attack & Strokes and their risk factors such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, smoking, diabetes, & family history; along with the precaution & measures that can be taken to avoid developing heart ailments. Some inspirational & informative videos were shown to the participants.
He said that 'one's lifestyle is the best defense against various heart diseases as a healthy heart requires an equally healthy lifestyle', so happiness, lack of stress, a healthy diet, regular exercise are important for Healthy Heart. Participants were given easy tips for adopting healthy lifestyle inclusive of zero oil cooking, regular exercises, yoga, pranayama & meditation to combat & prevent heart diseases. Also during an interactive session different queries of participants were answered. At the end of the workshop, Advocate Dr. Kishore Gautam expressed gratitude to Dr. Aallam for an eye opener workshop and presented him the literature of the organization.


text: Taking time out for the birth of her first child last season, athletic defender Phoenix Karaka will return fulltime to the Mystics in 2022. At the peak of her powers when embracing the captaincy in 2019-20 and thriving with the extra responsibility, Karaka delivered an outstanding return in 2019 to earn an international recall and a spot in the Silver Ferns Netball World Cup winning team. Karaka has an impressive pedigree, including being a member of the 2013 NZU21 gold medal-winning World Youth Cup team. Comfortable playing both in-circle defensive positions, Karaka has a strong all-round skill set with her movement, ball handling and ability in the air. Showing her versatility, Karaka was a key component in the midcourt for the FAST5 Ferns winning exploits during the 2016 FAST5 World Series.


text:
Q: Linq to SQL Group by and Sum in Select I need to convert that SQL Query into Linq:
SELECT
    SUM([ArticleAmount]) as amount
    ,[ArticleName]
FROM [DB].[dbo].[OrderedArticle]

group by articlename

order by amount desc

I tried the following code but I get an error at "a.ArticleName" that says a definition of "ArticleName" would be missing.
var sells = orderedArt
            .GroupBy(a => a.ArticleName)
            .Select(a => new {Amount = a.Sum(b => b.ArticleAmount),Name=a.ArticleName})
            .OrderByDescending(a=>a.Amount)
            .ToList();

Has someone of you and idea how to fix this?
Thanks for your help!

A: You are getting this error because the Grouping doesn't return IEnumerable<OrderedArticle> but IEnumerable<IGrouping<string, OrderedArticle>>
You need to change your code to use a.Key:
var sells = orderedArt
    .GroupBy(a => a.ArticleName)
    .Select(a => new { Amount = a.Sum(b => b.ArticleAmount), Name = a.Key})
    .OrderByDescending(a => a.Amount)
    .ToList();


I have an official 6 pages PDF document and I have to change around 20 words.
I already try to convert the PDF in Word but the document policy and format looks weird. So the documents has to look exactly the same but with my changes.
Sure, I can do this in few minutes. leery me see your PDF document and tell me the changes. you can pay me after completion. thank you.
hi, i am available to change around 20 words and ready to start right now, can you please send me file in PM?


Animation Reel 2010 from Michael Smith on Vimeo.
This Reel was thrown together quickly specifically for a job at one company. Unfortunately I didn't land the gig. I apologize for the bad compression on some of the videos. I also need to figure out a cool way of showing, in the reel, how technical I've become as well with Scripting and Rigging.


Joann drew the genesis of his characters, from the Rabbi's Cat to lovesick Ferdinand the Vampire. A friend tells him one day that he's been drawing his grandfather. He tried a drawing of his grandfather and, well, wouldn't you know it, he was right.
Near Sfar. I knew about the visit for months and was looking forward to it. Unfortunately, this is the worst week for it, we've reels to make ready for an imminent screening. That means late nights and running around trying to catch many spinning plates. I did manage to carve out one hour out of yesterday's schedule to be at his talk.
He was so entertaining and very gracious, self-effacing in spite of us knowing his place in the world of published author-artist. His philosophy was simple: he just goes straight ahead and writes/draws. Trusting that his characters will show him where they should go."It doesn't always work," he disclaims several times, though at his output strata these moments are likely negligible. He draws in cafes on a sketchbook and once he takes pen to paper, "That is what the character is doing." No going back. We ask if he has less inspired pages, he answers, "If I am unhappy with a page I just start the next one."
At the end of it I was lamenting that we won't be spending more time talking stories and drawing. He says that he will be at San Diego next year and maybe we can make that happen there. Likely, he'll be scheduled to the hilt.
It was inspiring to us who are budding writer/artists who wish to make books(maybe even spend more time working on them, as opposed to the stolen fragments of days here and there). We got our Sfar books signed along with a lithe brushpen drawing and the feeling that we know him now.
It was an hour very well spent and the next day we were going on about what he was able to share with us. Made us want dive back in and start again. The late nights at work don't leave much for drawing for yourself.
i'm french and i take the occasion that you talk about a french author to ask you a question.
How can i do (what's mention on your website seems quite complicated) ?
thank's in advance and long life to your blog !
I was lucky enough to catch him at Comic Relief! I really like how he said to "forget beautiful drawings to focus on proper storytelling." It was revealing to see how he just dove in with the drawings.
What an honor for a french comic artist to be known and appreciated by his foreign peers... this happened a very few times, there's so many things we can share abroad, fortunately, internet can intervene in some way.


What is an AdWords script?
This is where we'll start. You'll find the "Create and Manage Scripts" menu option concealed under "Automate" on the campaigns tab.
After navigating here, you'll end up on a page where you can create, schedule, and manage all of your scripts. From here, select the "+ Script" button shown below.
Now you'll be shown the box where you can easily copy and paste any AdWords scripts you have. Remember to delete what shows up in the box by default when pasting a script.
And finally, when you're done adding your script and making the necessary changes, go ahead and save it. After you save, you can navigate back to the scripts menu and schedule your script.
My NBA example is complicated; the simpler scripts below are just four of my favorites that I use regularly. All of them require little programming knowledge and are essentially "plug and play." If you're hungry for more, my favorite AdWords scripts blog has a plethora of them to choose from. The source code for each script is found underneath setup instructions.
The origins of this script can be found directly from Google. This one is my favorite because I can check it every morning, wherever I am. Since it updates to a Google Spreadsheet, even checking it on your smartphone is nice. It gives a nice snapshot of performance from an account level.
This one does involve some initial setup. But getting it going is simple.
Following the instructions above, create a new script then copy and paste the source code below.
Be sure to update "SPREADSHEET_URL" with the URL of your new template.
Lastly, to be sure you have it updating every morning, it has to be scheduled to run every day at a set time. Google recommends scheduling it at 5:00am, because there sometimes can be a delay in the statistics.
Looking at your search queries at least once a week is something that you should be doing to look for more potential negative and positive keywords. This script pulls search query performance over the last seven days, outputs it in a Google Doc, and emails a user-defined list of email addresses when it's finished. The author of this script is Russ Savage and you can find all of his awesome scripts on his site.
The setup here is fairly straightforward. Create a new Google Doc, input your Google Doc URL and email(s), then you're good to go.
If you're unsure about what exactly Quality Score is, I would recommend reading about how Quality Score is calculated and everything that goes into Quality Score. This script is also from Russ Savage, and it does something that Google doesn't allow you to do: view Quality Scores over time.
Create a new Google Spreadsheet and copy the URL in the script. Once you've done that, copy the script into AdWords and schedule it to run every 30 days.
Yet another script from the Russ Savage gold mine. Because Google doesn't actually store when these entities were created, the script uses the day it first started receiving impressions, which generally is the day it was created.
This is most useful for A/B testing and seeing how long specific ads have been running. When A/B testing, it's always important to leave enough time to collect data that can become actionable insight. Having a label showing the date created helps to make sure you don't make changes to your account too soon (or too late).
As far as setting up goes, this one is by far the easiest. Copy and paste the code in a new script and define which entity you want to track in the "ENTITY" line (if you want to track all of them, make a new script for each one). And you're done.
Depending on your account size, this script can take some time to complete so be patient!
Staying ahead of the curve with pay-per-click advertising can be difficult. But leveraging the latest techniques in the best way can add to the challenge.
If you're having trouble getting your account to perform like a superstar, Digett is here for you! We have experience helping clients of all sizes get the most for their business out of AdWords. Contact us today for a free consultation to get started!
i tried running the script "Search query performance report".
did it run smoothly for you?
Yes, this runs smoothly for me. The problem might be in the account you created your spreadsheet in. Is it the same Google account you manage the AdWords account with?
Hi, Great article. Is it possible to add any other metrics into the daily account summary, specifically Conversion value per Cost? I've tried adding rows into the code, but it won't show up in the spreadsheet.
Can you elaborate on the metric you're referring to? Perhaps you mean cost per conversion value? Sorry if I'm misunderstanding here.
A possible workaround you may want to try is to set up a formatted sheet on a different page, and have the cells in the new page reference where those metrics would be.
If you need more elaboration on that, please feel free to ask.
I'm referring to Conv. Value/Cost, we use it to calculate ROAS. It's not in the default columns in Adwords which may be why I'm having trouble.
I tried adding a column to the spreadsheet with the data label, and I went through the code and added ConversionValuePerCost wherever I saw the other metrics listed, but can't get it to show up in the report. I'm very new to coding, so it's probably an easy fix somewhere.
Let me look into this and I'll get back to you. That's an interesting idea you have bringing that in there.
You may also want to shoot Russ Savage an email, too. He's the king at AdWords scripts. He wrote a few of them I have listed above.


Welcome to the Bonavista Physical Therapy Injury and Conditions Resource.
Our Injuries & Conditions resource is for informational purposes only. Do not diagnose, self treat, or attempt any exercises from the content on this site without contacting Bonavista Physical Therapy, your physician or a qualified specialist first.
At Bonavista Physical Therapy we offer Physiotherapy Sports Physiotherapy Motor Vehicle Injury Treatment Massage Therapy Pilates Acupuncture McKenzie Method.
© 2016 Bonavista Physical Therapy, Calgary, Alberta. All Rights Reserved.
Relax shortened muscles with a Intramuscular Stimulation by one of our physical therapists.


text:
In the land where Jews feel welcome, anti-Semitism is on the rise
By Jeff Jacoby Globe Columnist,March 12, 2017, 12:00 a.m.
Jewish tombstones lay vandalized last month at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Philadelphia. (Mark Makela/Getty Images/File)
This weekend, Jews the world over celebrate the festival of Purim, a highlight of which is the public reading of the biblical book of Esther. In 10 fast-moving chapters, it recounts the first recorded attempt at a Jewish genocide. The Persian emperor Ahasuerus (known to historians as Xerxes I) allows himself to be persuaded by Haman, a powerful courtier, that the Jews are a disloyal and disobedient minority who ought to be eradicated. The emperor signs an edict authorizing Haman and his followers "to destroy, to kill, and to annihilate all the Jews, both young and old, women and children, in one day." But the plot is foiled thanks to court intrigues involving Mordechai, the leader of the Jewish community in the imperial city of Shushan, and the courage and faith of Esther, the young Jewish heroine who becomes Ahasuerus's queen.
On the Jewish calendar, Purim is a joyful day. Families distribute gifts of food, alms are lavished on the poor, children (and even adults) wear costumes — and at every mention of Haman's name during the reading of Esther, the congregation breaks out in a raucous din of boos and noisemakers.
It's easy to celebrate Purim with hilarity when Jews feel safe and welcome, and in modern times there is nowhere on Earth they have felt safer and more welcome than the United States.
Last month, the Pew Research Center released the results of a survey showing Jews to be the most warmly regarded religious group in America. It was Pew's second such survey in three years, and both times the finding was the same. "We love our country, and America loves us right back," wrote David Suissa, the publisher of the Los Angeles Jewish Journal, after the Pew numbers came out. Jews, who know only too well what it means to be a hunted minority, have been blessed to find in America a degree of benevolence, respect, and freedom unparalleled in their long and precarious history.
But Purim arrives this year amid an alarming surge in anti-Semitic menace.
Since January, Jewish community centers and organizations nationwide have been targeted with anonymous bomb threats — at least 140 such threats to date. At Jewish cemeteries in Philadelphia, St. Louis, and Rochester, N.Y., hundreds of gravestones have been toppled or smashed. In Evansville, Ind., a gun was fired through the window of synagogue classroom.
During the recent election cycle, Internet trolls from the so-called alt-right unleashed repugnant attacks on Jewish journalists who questioned or criticized the rise of Donald Trump, often suggesting that they prepare to die in a new Holocaust. Equally horrific anti-Semitic eruptions have come from the left, especially on college campuses, where virulent hostility toward Israel often boils over into undisguised hatred of Jews.
Thus the paradox: In the nation where Jews are more welcomed than ever, animosity toward Jews is more palpable than ever.
To many on the left, the upwelling of anti-Semitic incidents and rhetoric is plainly connected with Republican politics. Trump's strong appeal to white nationalists, the Jew-baiting memes and tropes that showed up in his ads and social media, and his seeming unwillingness until quite recently to explicitly condemn anti-Semitism — while Trump may harbor no personal ill will toward Jews, he has too often enabled, and pandered to, those who do.
To many conservatives, meanwhile, it goes without saying that contemporary anti-Semitism is overwhelmingly a product of the hard left, which seethes with bitterness toward the Jewish state. The anti-Zionist boycott campaign, the Israel "apartheid" slander, the ominous atmosphere in academia — all of it has had the effect of moving bigotry from the fever swamps on the fringe ever closer to the mainstream.
Both camps make a legitimate point. Jew-bashers can be found on the left and the right; often it is the only thing they have in common. In our hyperpolarized political atmosphere, it isn't surprising that anti-Semitism has become one more excuse for partisans to point fingers at each other. But history's oldest hatred has never been limited to one party or ideology or worldview.
Anti-Semitism is an intellectual sickness, a societal toxin that is endlessly adaptable. Jews have been tortured and tormented for not being Christian and for not being Muslim. They have been brutally persecuted for being capitalists, and just as brutally persecuted for being Communists. They have been hated for being weak and easily scapegoated — and hated for being strong and influential. Jews have been killed for their faith, for their lifestyle, for their national identity, for their "race."
A key teaching of the Book of Esther is that once the plague of Jew-hatred gets in the air, almost any environment can nourish it. Another is that Jew-hatred does not subside on its own. It must be confronted, denounced, and defeated.
"We love our country, and America loves us right back." That has been manifestly, wonderfully true for decades, but will it continue to be? Elsewhere, the post-Holocaust taboo on overt Jew-hatred has long since crumbled. Can that now be happening in the United States? Pray this Purim that the answer is no. For if America succumbs to the anti-Semitic derangement, it isn't only Jews who will suffer.
Jeff Jacoby can be reached at jacoby@globe.com. Follow him on Twitter @jeff_jacoby.


text:
→Tyler Junior College Survey Reveals Campus Security Results
Tyler Junior College Survey Reveals Campus Security Results
Back in 2010, Tyler Junior College, which offers two-year academic programs in Texas, ran a survey among their students.
One of the questions asked was about how safe students felt inside the campus. The answers were less than enthusiastic. Less than half said they felt safe inside the college.
Fast forward to 2016, and more than half of the student population now feel safe inside their campus, around 94.9%, which is a huge increase from the depressing responses six years ago.
Guns on Campuses
In 2015, a bill allowing concealed handguns in campuses was up for approval. This was a huge topic for debate, with college students torn whether the bill would have positive or negative results in colleges all over the country.
When interviewed by the Raycom News Network, some of the students expressed fear:
A freshman from Tyler Junior College said, "It's just that everyone would be paranoid. I don't think people would feel safe. I don't know if I would feel safe because, I mean, I could just be walking and someone could pull it out and shoot me."
The bill was passed, but was amended to clarify that open carry was not allowed in college campuses.
The "Campus Concealed Carry" bill allows licensed handgun owners to carry their concealed handguns. It will be effective in August 2016 for private colleges, and a year later for community and junior colleges.
The TJ College will have enough time to draft their regulations according to the bill, but the school doesn't seem to have many problems regarding campus security right now. And that is because of the TJC's overhaul in their safety laws.
TJC Safety and Security in 2016
Tom Johnson, assistant vice president of student services and retired 20-year veteran from the Houston Police Department, said that the 2010 survey result was a "wake up call" for the administration to better its safety and security regulations.
Now, Tyler Junior College has 20 full-time police officers patrolling the school grounds. They are on call 24 hours a day, every day of the week.
Anthony Green, a sophomore, feels safe anywhere in campus, no matter what time.
"Even when it's dark and you are going back to your dorm, there's always a police officer in sight…. I feel like TJC has my safety in their hands."
Years ago, authorities had caught students and non-students dealing in drugs in Tyler Junior College. To further prevent such events, the board of trustees started requiring every student and staff to wear their lanyard/identification card always.
TJC even has "ambassadors", retired men in their sixties or older, going around campus to keep an extra eye on things.
It's not a mystery then that the students now feel a great deal safer in their campus.
Jade Marth, a freshman, said in an interview with the Tyler Morning Telegraph: "I feel safe. If I need to call, (police) can escort me at night from one building to the next."
Aside from the police and ambassadors, the Tyler Junior College also has over 400 surveillance cameras all over campus.
The campus has become better lit, and a smoking ban had been approved in 2010.
Tyler Junior College president Mike Metke is proud to say that despite the crimes in the country, the school was able to keep the students safe.
10 Best College Traditions for Halloween
Celebrity Fraternity Club Brothers
Top 5 Colleges That Produced the Most World Leaders
9 Best College Campus Horror Movies
Top 5 Most Expensive Public Colleges
5 Best College Towns
What Are the Top 5 College Campus Tours? (review & videos)


Krimz has been putting out a lot of work since late last year where he had hands in Noble Stylz – Masofa Panze . Early this year he put Sharky, Noble Stylz and Eburn Mwanamuduku on a song entitled Zviroto where they ridiculed young ones in the industry that rap make belief. He also featured Sinbad90 on his hit song Boyz Remukute, whose remix I later featured on (Boyz Remukute remix ). I must also mention that he made my beat for Where I Belong and also produced, Alkamai, Lee Millz, Corvil James, Baller, D-Blok and Kidd Active among other creatives. What a year for Ikonik. So what is this… a combo with one of the greatest emcees in the country who own freestyle abilities?
Krimz is ending the last quarter of the year on a high note. Having managed to stay in your news feed from September last year, the dread-locked producer has chosen to stay relevant by producing something different each time.
Munetsi comes with the song Victors, which talks much about overcoming. As you may have realized, Munetsi seems to talk positively about upliftment, previous suicidal tendencies, a divorce that reaped him apart. He is on a certain path to greatness where I believe God is leading him. Lovely track.
Alka Nemo, does not disappoint in Journey (I actually had this song long before Krimz gave me lol… I have a cheat sheet). This is yet another didactic life path story. More like a lyrical drama where he talks about sin, crime and life being a journey. He talks about his father being murdered by close family members, plots to kill and enemies. He also places importance on the positive friends and family, with gunshots in the background of the last verse. This is stuff you want to listen to.
I urge these guys to keep working together. Let's keep the movement on fire.


Built with Mazda's Skyactiv technology, this Mazda 3 2.0 SportNAV packs 165bhp with >50mpg and annual road tax of only £30. Using cutting edge technology, lightweight materials and class leading engine management, Mazda have created a fantastic family car.
Fitted with keyless ignition, heads up display, cruise control, satnav, climate control, heated front seats, privacy glass, alloy wheels, full Mazda sports interior, leather steering wheel and full Bluetooth connectivity, there isn't much left to chance.
Your new Mazda 3 will be supplied fully prepared, including 12mth MOT, 3mth Warranty and fully serviced. Everything just as it should be.
We take care of everything. Trade in? No problem. Finance? Sorted. All you need to do is make the decision. Why not pop in to test drive and grab a complimentary cup of Moray's finest coffee whilst you're in?
Suzuki SV1000S. Super low miles. High spec bike.


text:
Q: Demonstration for covariance with linear combination of 2 variables I don't know how to prove this relation :

I know that : $$\text{Var}\bigg(\sum_{i}\,a_{i}\,X_{i}\bigg)=\sum_{i}a_{i}^{2}\,\text{Var}(X_{i})+\sum_{1\leq i \leq j\leq n} 2\,a_{i}a_{j}\text{Cov}(X_{i},X_{j})$$
But I don't know how to use this relation to get the final relation above concerning the term $\text{cov}(Y_{1},Y_{2})$
If someone could help me, this would be nice. Regards


text:
Seeking Putin's support is fine so long as it is approved by Ministers of State yet Alex Salmond is castigated by Sturgeon for presenting his television show on Russia Today her criticism reeks of political opportunism
3 Comments on Seeking Putin's support is fine so long as it is approved by Ministers of State yet Alex Salmond is castigated by Sturgeon for presenting his television show on Russia Today her criticism reeks of political opportunism
The Prime Minister of the UK, David Cameron asked President Putin and other world leaders to speak out against Scottish independence
In 2014 Russia retained the role of the presidency of the influential G8 group of industrial nations placing President Putin in a position of increased influence over world affairs.
Tass, Kremlin's mouthpiece reported that David Cameron had written and warned Putin and many other nations that Scottish independence would "send shockwaves across the whole of Europe".
The news was released a few days after reports of the creation of an anti-separatist alliance between Cameron and the Spanish government.
The Westminster government's anti-independence civil service team also bragged that they had employed underhand tactics and orchestrated the "Project Fear Campaign" globally.
Asked to comment Alex Salmond said,
"It is shameful that Cameron refuses to debate in front of the people of Scotland, but is perfectly willing to lobby against Scotland's interests around the world adding credibility to reports that he lobbied the Spanish prime minister to speak out against Scottish independence and this after their foreign minister had already made perfectly clear that Scotland's referendum was a matter for the people of Scotland.
This kind of behaviour shows exactly why Scotland should represent our own interests as an independent nation. Scotland will be a responsible global citizen and a good friend to our neighbours in the rest of the UK." (The Herald)
← Top army General warns Ministry of Defence that the UK armed forces are incapable of defending the British Isles and yet the Defence Minister insists on strutting the world stage talking about military action against other states. reality check needed → The ethnic cleansing of Scotland by successive Westminster governments fits the definition of genocide decided by the United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Genocide (December 1948) Article II Crimes against humanity
3 replies on "Seeking Putin's support is fine so long as it is approved by Ministers of State yet Alex Salmond is castigated by Sturgeon for presenting his television show on Russia Today her criticism reeks of political opportunism"
duncaniosays:
Political opportunism is exactly what it is:
1. Sucking up to her Westminster masters.
2. Electioneering ahead of the May local authority vote.
3, Diverting from inaction of the first article of the SNP constitution.
4. Smearing Alex Salmond (once again).
In other words business as usual for the First Monster of Scotland.
cynicusinexilesays:
Spot on.
The Dreghorn Midden plays "follow my leader" as she did with a better disguise on COVID.
Robert McAllansays:
Aye an the longer that "MIDDEN" reeks is the longer it will tak Scotland tae throw aff the colonialist shackles!


We are looking for talented and Chemotherapy trained Oncology Staff Nurse to work in our busy multi-disciplinary team at Cancer Centre London (CCL), providing a dedicated oncology and chemotherapy service. The post-holders will take responsibility for the assessment of care needs as well as the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care as a team leader.
The successful candidate must have up to date clinical knowledge as well as experience in an oncology setting. They must also be excellent communicators and have experience of chemotherapy administration and cannulation and venepuncture.
This position is part-time, 4 days a week, and the post-holder will work days only, usually between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. We are also happy to consider part-time/job share applicants for this position.
This post will be offered as a Staff Nurse or Senior Staff Nurse depending on the experience of the successful candidate.
To view the full Job Description, please click the "Download PDF" button below.