When it comes to safety razors, you know that shiny, chrome look that makes it feel authentic, traditional – like Teddy Roosevelt has just stepped out of a time portal and given you something to clean your face with. Some of that is due to aluminum or even some non-metal compounds painted chrome, but the real deal are stainless steel safety razors.
Stainless steel not only lasts longer, it's better on your face, better on the blade, and will basically guarantee that it's the last product you'll ever have to buy if you've decided to ditch your electric razor. With that in mind, we thought we'd give you a little tour around some of the best stainless steel options around; if you crave the genuine article, you'll want to keep reading.
Why a Stainless Steel Razor?
Aesthetics aside, a stainless steel razor is better than your normal razor because it will have a bit more weight. You'll feel it better in your hand and you'll have better control when shaving. The heft against your face will also help getting a closer shave. If you seem to be perpetually battling a five o'clock shadow or ingrown hairs, a stainless steel razor will get you a better shave than, say, a mass-produced razor made of plastic. Stainless steel razors use sharper blades that make it easier to cleanly cut through hair. This will reduce razor burn and obnoxious ingrown hairs.
Aesthetics included, well, just look at them. They're beautiful.
Let's quickly explore the difference between stainless steel and chrome plating. When your razor is made from stainless steel, the whole thing is made from stainless steel. If you were to cut the handle in half, you'd see that the center is made from the same stuff as the outer-most part. Chrome, on the other hand, is a plating. Think of chrome as the thin candy shell around your favorite chocolate candy. If you were to cut a chrome-plated razor handle in half, you'd see that the center was made from a different metal or alloy and the shiny chrome was only a thin layer on the outer-most part of the razor. Depending on the quality, chrome plating may come off over time. If the material underneath isn't stainless steel, you're going to have a whole lot of rust problems that will destroy the looks and functionality of your razor.
While chrome plating alone certainly has it's uses, and is even preferable for automobile parts, there is no denying that a stainless steel razor is the only tool to get if you're looking an authentic appliance that give a superior shave. A chrome-plated stainless steel razor is guaranteed to be the shiniest, mightiest, and handsomest shave tool ever conceived by humankind.
Keep in mind that stainless steel, although it won't easily rust or corrode when it comes in contact with water or moisture, is not impervious to staining – especially around salt or without proper air circulation. Stainless steel contains at least 10.5% chromium that helps keep it from rusting when wet or around humid conditions. That doesn't mean that you can be careless with your razor and expect to have it look as good as the day you bought it.
After you shave, for God's sake, don't leave your razor on the edge of a wet sink after you shave. It might behoove you to invest in a proper safety razor stand. It will not only give your razor a safe home up and out of any water that might accumulate after a shave, but it also acts as a display case to show off your handsome tool. If you live on the coast and have to battle with salt in the air, consider finding a stainless steel razor with a higher chromium content – at least 13%.
When looking at stainless steel shaving products, you're going to notice quite a few on the more expensive side. This is definitely understandable, due to the higher quality and durability of the metal. After all, you're not buying a tin can with a blade on it, but a high-end piece of equipment that, if you take care of it, just might last you the rest of your life.
The Seki Edge Feather is one such pricey piece of steel; at $175, it's possibly one of the most expensive stainless steel options out there. Still, for the elegance and efficiency of its construction, I'd say it's well worth the price. It shaves like an absolute dream, and its handle design is the standard stippled texturing that doesn't muss about with fancy shapes and ridges. This product simply focuses on doing its job, and boy does it do it well.
Merkur is a pretty big name in the stainless steel shaving business, with quite a few products on the market. The Futur is one of their many stainless steel models, and they give it a bit more of a minimalist look. It features a very bright stainless steel, with rounded edges and beautiful curves – the only thing you'll be nicking is (maybe) your skin with the blade.
At $86, it's still pretty pricey for a stainless steel safety razor, but the quality of the shave and the loveliness of the design are well worth it. The title of the product is no coincidence; the design looks futuristic, as if a robot decided it needed to shave its cyber-beard one day and made a razor to do it with. It's probably one of the sleekest pieces I've ever seen in terms of appearance, and it'll really make an impression on anyone who sees it. The best part about the handle is its total lack of texture, while still not slipping out of your hand.
If you want a razor that's dramatically different from anyone else's, the Futur is your best bet.
If you don't want to push the boundaries of wet shaving fashion too much, you could probably try one of Merkur's more pragmatic-looking stainless steel blades, like the 34C. This looks a bit more like your standard safety razor, with the stippled texture, the slightly shorter but stouter handle, and the rounded top to the butterfly case on the head (which secures the blades).
While it may not look like much, it's a brilliant middle ground for people wanting stainless steel shaving without having to break the bank. It's only about $43; that's only ten dollars or so more than your average non-steel option.
Sticking with the Merkur a little bit longer, this double edge razor is frighteningly similar to the 34C, but has a longer handle. In fact, the handle is remarkably long; this one is ideal for those guys who just need that extra reach and flexibility of options when shaving. If you really need to get down in there, you still can grip the textured handle closer to the guard; if you want to take long, painterly strokes down the length of the chin, you can hold it closer to the end.
If the weight is something that really draws away from stainless steel optoins, you might want to take a look at the Misaki Pro. It's a personal favorite of mine, and it's got a bit shorter handle than the SV-05X, and is quite a bit heavier. You might just feel the need to cleave your foes in twain when you hold this, but it still gets the job done nicely. The handle is made of full stainless steel, but won't ask you to run to the gym just to work up the muscles to hold it.
The Misaki's blades are especially sharp, which makes for some nice, close shaves, and the grip itself is really, really comfortable in your hand. At about $25, it's one of the more affordable options out there for people seeking out something a little heftier in their safety razor experience.
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Curtiss P-40B Detail Sets
Eduard has released a pair of new sets for the P-40B:
#32150 - P-40B Tomahawk Exterior - r.r.p. $19.95
#32553 - P-40B Tomahawk Interior - r.r.p. $14.95
#32150 P-40B Tomahawk Exterior
This set contains a single fret of 78 parts and details Trumpeter's kit in two main areas: the undercarriage and the engine cooling gills. Added to these are several extra items such as ring and bead sights, trim tab actuators, access panels and etched cooling jackets for the machine guns.
The undercarriage gets the bulk of the attention. The mainwheel legs receive a number of brackets and towing eyes, and the wheel wells are partially lined with new details. The plastic doors are replaced with new etched parts, each made up of a two-piece sandwich which must be carefully curved to shape, before new actuators are added. The tailwheel comes in for similar treatment, again getting new doors and actuating arms.
The cooling gills are folded from a single large piece which to which are added actuators and tiny folded brackets. The main part is very impressive with delicate etched rivets on both sides.
#32553 - P-40B Tomahawk Interior
Eduard provide two frets, one of which is pre-painted, containing a total of 112 parts to detail the kit's cockpit, along with new faces for the oil cooler and radiators.
The big problem with the Trumpeter kit is that the cockpit is badly too shallow, resulting in undersized sidewalls and seat. The problem is so pronounced that there wouldn't be room for the pilot's legs to reach the rudder pedals under the instrument panel! Sadly, Eduard have missed a golden opportunity to correct the cockpit and have merely provided new details to fit the inaccurate kit parts.
The sidewalls should really have been replaced with new, deeper, items. As it is, one must shave off a number of details to fit the new metal parts, which include new throttle levers and console faces. There are a couple of boxes to fold, but this isn't as complex as many Eduard sets. The floor is completely re-faced with a new metal part with beautifully done riveting. Strictly speaking, it's still not accurate, as the original floor was curved (being the top surface of the wing), not flat as represented in Trumpeter's kit.
The instrument panel is replaced with a beautiful two-part sandwich with the instrument faces printed/painted on the rear piece. As with all Eduard's latest sets, the detail here is quite superb.
The problem with the shallow comes home to roost with the seat. It's beautifully etched with detail on both sides but, no matter how you look at it, it's simply nothing like as deep as it should be. The seat-harness is another matter though, with beautifully pre-painted details and separate buckles and catches; it should look fantastic when assembled.
The instructions are clearly illustrated in colour and the assembly sequence is easy to follow, so neither set should present any problems for anyone used to working with etched parts.
I can't help but feel disappointed that Eduard haven't really tackled the kit's problems head-on. On their 1/48 scale re-boxing of the ex-Mauve P-40s, Eduard have supplied a beautiful replacement resin cockpit with etched details. That's really what was needed here and their decision to live with Trumpeter's faults is a bit of a mystery to me, because I would imagine the modellers that would buy detail sets like these would do so precisely because they are unhappy with the original kit. As it is, set #32150 will certainly help improve the appearance of the undercarriage and #32553 isn't wasted - the instrument panel and harness are superb and the most of the other details will be very useful if you bite the bullet and decide to build a deeper cockpit from scratch. But I'm afraid the seat, lovely as it is, will have to go...
Trumpeter's 1/32 P-40B Tomahawk has aroused a certain amount of controversy since its release a few years ago; it's basically a very fine kit, let down by some surprising errors - particularly in the cockpit. With this in mind, I was excited to see Eduard was bringing out etched detail sets for the kit, which I hoped would address its faults.

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It's Summer Hair Scarf Time!
I have been getting summer scarf inspiration from a few corners. The first from the fine Swedish film Under the Sun (Under Solen), a beautiful love tale that features an actor I really like, Rolf Lassgård, and the stunning Helena Bergström. A solid actress, her strong, exotic face is more than capable of handling the long closeups the director has her filmed in, and she can project these small emotional turns and nuances so perfectly I felt like I was watching an actress from another time.
Okay, which eventually brings me to scarves, and how extra-gorgeous Helena Bergström looks wearing them in the film, particularly in those scenes set against the golden Swedish countryside, like Exhibit A.
Gather your hair in a high bun. To determine the optimum height, check your profile. Some ladies look better with their bun affixed close to the top of their head, as it can accentuate or lend you a sort of regal, Nefertiti look. Experiment raising or lowering yours until you find the spot that optimizes your profile.
Place a no-slide headband, such as the Goody StayPut, towards the crown of your hair. This item has a and will help keep your scarf in place nicely.
Neatly fold your scarf lengthwise, so it is approximately 2-3 inches wide. Read this for tips on selecting your best scarf.
Wrap the scarf around your head and knot firmly at the base of your neck. You can also pile the knot at the top of your head, to get this vintage-ish look. This will usually result a wider band of fabric across the head, which can also be a nice hair rescue if you're roots are looking slick, let's say.
Arrange the tail of the scarf over your shoulder or wrap it around the knot, tucking it out of sight. Experiment with how the scarf looks when placed very close to your forehead versus an inch or two back in your hair. Each head is different, and variables such as forehead span, overall face shape and so forth will help determine the best placement.
Lastly, keep your bun sleek or pull out select strands to give it that strategically mussed look. Employ some bobby pins to help you secure strands around your head.
Hair Tip: Make a mental note of what works for you when it comes to tying and otherwise arranging a scarf in your hair. It will make it much faster to realize your scarf do' when you have a clear idea of what look you ultimately want to achieve, and the steps to go about making it happen.
Lastly, I couldn't let you go without seeing a photo of the lovely Concha Buika, a Spanish singer of beautiful songs who also happens to wear a scarf very well.
And if you're in the mood, read about how to place flowers in your hair.


The Fire Mountain Real Estate Market is looking strong going into 2014, which is great news for everyone in the area.
The average sales price of all single-family homes sold in 2013 was up 21.7% from 2012! Prices have gone up as a reflection of the overall strengthening of the economy. Buyers are finally willing to pay prices in the $700,000's again, with a total of 7 homes in the area selling for more than $700,000.
By contrast, there wasn't much of an upward trend in prices in prior years. In the years of 2009-2012, the average sales price for the area stayed around $450,000.
Fire Mountain Homeowners are feeling happy and optimistic to finally see a price increase, especially an increase of over 20%!
Each property and street is unique in Fire Mountain, so choosing an area expert, such as The INDRA Group can really help add value to your home search.
If you are a home Sellers you are at an advantage with pricing predicted to steady rise, buyer demand high, and low inventory.
For a full list of homes for sale in Fire Mountain Oceanside click on this link!
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Fire Mountain Real Estate Market in 2012 - read this past blog post.


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I love this thing! How did you find the story writers, Allison?
I got another mention! :') Candy Canes and Toothpaste is a wonderful story - really delightful in every sense of the word.
Love the interviews... A LOT.
Not interested in being interviewed anymore. Not anything you did, I just don't want to.
I love Hiroki's Tree! One of my favourite stories on here.
What exactly do you need to do to be Interviewed?


i am going to close my laptop as i am quite tired though.
Good evening. All 'new release' show coming up.
i'm clearly off my minimalist game. heard the first bit of this spatial track and went "OOOH NEW MONOLAKE, DO WANT."
but holy crap, it's going in kind of a cool disco/house sort of direction monolake never would.
Wow, this is the perfect microbiology spreadsheet soundtrack.
That's kinda what we're going for actually! The sndtrk to microbiology spreadsheets.
Excellent work, sir. This is my first time listening to your show and I'm thoroughly enjoying it.
scott! Thank you so much for the wavves tickets!!! The show was great fun! GREAT SHOW!
This track is amazing. You outdo yourself, Scott. Thank you for keeping me stimulated and awake!
You also outdo my neighbor, Jay. His tracks stink.
the majutsu no niwa song reminded me of galaxie 500. very nice.
Nice to have you join us, Alicia. You'll find Scott's Archives to be similarly intriguing and exciting. Microbiology Spreadsheet soundtrack music is just one of his specialties. Welcome! Hi Scott, happy holidaze.
I like the tension in this Stars of the Lid song. I've heard of them but have never listened to them before. It's brilliant stuff. I will seek out more! Drone is good.
Cool. Yeah I like them a lot, check out the most recent one called ... Their Refinement of the Decline or The Tired Sounds. Great stuff.
Will do. Thank you for the recommendation. Six Organs of Admittance is pretty wonderful too. Good way to bring in the dawn!
woah, this zertu demissie thing is just amazing. where's he from? google vaguely suggests ethiopia, but i'm not sure.
ah-hah. "Zerfu Demissie, from Addis Abeba, is the son of Demissie Desta, the court-player of Haile Selassie".
Ethiopia, yup. Adam p reprzent.
thanks, man! Nice to reconnect w/ you.


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Next Article in Internet
Teacher Gets Retrial in School Pop-Up Porn Case
By Erika Morphy
A former substitute teacher for a Connecticut middle school has been granted a retrial following a conviction that launched a wave of sympathy and outrage.
Julie Amero could have been sentenced to 40 years in prison after being found guilty of exposing her students to Internet pornography. However, the defense countered that the porn was on the school PC due to ads that popped up on benign Web sites.
This, in fact, is a credible argument, said Rich Sutton, director of labs at8e6 Technologies. "The computer on which the illicit Web content was displayed had antispyware software installed on it — but it was unpatched," he told TechNewsWorld. "That is a recipe for disaster. When you are missing security software, you are leaving yourself wide open to the latest in spam and spyware."
New Findings
After the trial, the computer was sent to a state laboratory, where technicians found evidence that may contradict what a state computer expert told the jury.
Judge Hillary Strackbein ordered a new trial based on the possibility that the testimony might have been erroneous. Also, the prosecution, which has not opposed a new trial, admitted it had not scanned the device for spyware. Furthermore, the defendant's own expert was barred from testifying.
Amero asked fellow teachers how to block the pop-up ads, according to some accounts. She reportedly was told to ignore them and also was instructed never to turn off the computer.
Chief Concern
It is easy to understand why Amero was so quickly vilified; indeed, her new trial may lead to another conviction. Protecting students and children from sexual predators as well as exposure to porn on the Internet has become a chief concern among legislators and child advocates. Schools are restricted in terms of what they can allow students to do online; to have a teacher expose them to the dark side of the Internet would constitute a slap in the face against those efforts.
In this case, though, technology is a double-edged sword. While its use exposed children to content they might not otherwise have accessed, Sutton said, it could also have proven Amero did not cause that exposure — if the antispyware had been kept up to date.
"If it had been installed at the gateway, it could have provided a time stamp of what she did," he pointed out.
If, for instance, the logs showed she surfaced to a benign site and then the browser navigated rapidly to porn images, that would most likely be the trail of a pop-up ad.
"It is impossible for someone to manually navigate as fast as a pop-up ad can," said Sutton.
More by Erika Morphy
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Melissa Etheridge & Tammy Lynn Michaels
Melissa Lou Etheridge (born May 29, 1961) is an American rock singer-songwriter and activist. In 2002, Etheridge began dating actress Tammy Lynn Michaels. The two had a commitment ceremony on September 20, 2003. In April 2006, Etheridge and Michaels announced that Michaels was pregnant with twins via an anonymous sperm donor. Michaels gave birth to a daughter, Johnnie Rose, and a son, Miller Steven, on October 17, 2006.
In October 2008, five months after the Supreme Court of California overturned the state's ban on same-sex marriage, Etheridge announced that she and Michaels were planning to marry but were currently "trying to find the right time... to go down and do it". In November 2008, in response to the passing of California's Proposition 8 banning same-sex marriage, Etheridge announced that she would not pay her state taxes as an act of civil disobedience. On April 15, 2010 Etheridge and Michaels announced they had separated. Separation was not amicable, and they are currently fighting over custody of the twins. (Picture: Tammy Lynn Michaels)
Etheridge is known for her mixture of confessional lyrics, pop-based folk-rock, and raspy, smoky vocals. She has also been an iconic gay and lesbian activist since her public coming out in January 1993.
Born in Leavenworth, Kansas, the younger of two girls, to John Etheridge, a psychology teacher at Leavenworth High School, and Elizabeth Williamson, a computer consultant. She attended David Brewer School, which is still located at 17th and Osage Streets. She graduated in 1979 from Leavenworth High School (LHS), 10th Avenue and Halderman. Etheridge was a member of the first "Power and Life" musical/dance group at LHS which is still active today. Her childhood home was at 1902 Miami Street.
Melissa Ethridge And Tammy Lynn Michaels in happier times
Etheridge's interest in music began early; she picked up her first guitar at 8. She began to play in all-men country music groups throughout her teenage years, until she moved to Boston to attend Berklee College of Music.
While in Berklee, Etheridge played the club circuit around Boston. After three semesters, Etheridge decided to drop out of Berklee and head to Los Angeles to attempt a career in music. Etheridge was discovered in a bar called Vermie's in Pasadena, CA. She had made some friends on a women's soccer team and those new friends came to see her play. One of the women was Karla Leopold, whose husband, Bill Leopold, was a manager in the music business. Karla convinced Bill to see her perform live. He was impressed, and has remained a pivotal part of Etheridge's career ever since. This, in addition to her gigs in lesbian bars around Los Angeles, got her discovered by Island Records chief Chris Blackwell. She got a publishing deal to write songs for movies including the 1986 movie Weeds.
In 1985, prior to her signing, Etheridge sent her demo to Olivia Records, a lesbian record label, but was ultimately rejected. She saved the rejection letter, signed by "the women of Olivia", which was later featured in Intimate Portrait: Melissa Etheridge, the Lifetime Television documentary of her life.
After an unreleased first effort that was rejected by Island Records as being too polished and glossy, she completed her stripped-down self-titled debut in just four days. Her eponymous debut album Melissa Etheridge was an underground hit, and the single, "Bring Me Some Water", a turntable hit, was nominated for a Grammy.
At the time of the album's release, it was not generally known that Etheridge was a lesbian. While on the road promoting the album, she paused in Memphis, Tennessee, to be interviewed for the radio syndication, Pulsebeat—Voice of the Heartland, explaining the intensity of her music by saying: "People think I'm really sad--or really angry. But my songs are written about the conflicts I have . . . I have no anger toward anyone else." She invited the radio syndication producer to attend her concert that night. He did and was surprised to find himself one of the few men in attendance.
Etheridge's father, John Etheridge, was a high school psychology teacher, counselor and athletic director at her alma mater, Leavenworth High School. He died in 1993. Her mother Elizabeth was a homemaker and a computer analyst and is now retired.
Etheridge came out publicly as a lesbian in January 1993 at the Triangle Ball, a gay celebration of President Bill Clinton's first inauguration. Etheridge supported Clinton's 1992 presidential campaign and since her coming out has been famous as a gay rights activist. She is also a committed advocate for environmental issues and in 2006, she toured the US and Canada using biodiesel.
Etheridge had a long-term partnership with Julie Cypher, and their relationship occasionally received press coverage. During this partnership, Cypher gave birth to two children, Bailey Jean, born February 10, 1997, and Beckett, born November 1998, fathered by sperm donor David Crosby. In 2000, Cypher began to reconsider her sexuality and on September 19, 2000, Etheridge and Cypher announced they were separating. In 2001, Etheridge documented her breakup with Cypher and other experiences in her memoir.
In October 2004, Etheridge was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent chemotherapy. In October 2005, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Etheridge appeared on Dateline NBC with Michaels to discuss her struggle with cancer. By the time of the interview, Etheridge's hair had grown back after being lost during chemotherapy. She said that her partner had been very supportive during her illness. Etheridge also discussed using medicinal marijuana while she was receiving the chemotherapy. She said that the drug improved her mood and increased her appetite. In a June 15, 2009 interview with Anderson Cooper, Etheridge mentioned that she still uses marijuana to lessen the effects of acid reflux or in extremely stressful situations. Medical marijuana is legal in the state of California.
Etheridge supported Barack Obama's decision to have Pastor Rick Warren speak at his 2009 Presidential inauguration, believing that he can sponsor dialogue to bridge the gap between gay and straight Christians. She stated in her column at The Huffington Post that "Sure, there are plenty of hateful people who will always hold on to their bigotry like a child to a blanket. But there are also good people out there, Christian and otherwise, that are beginning to listen."
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melissa_Etheridge
The most significant disappointment for the gay community on Election Day occurred in Colorado, where voters approved a ban on laws prohibiting antigay discrimination by the surprisingly large margin of 53 to 47. But even that result would ultimately be overturned because of Clinton's election. On the evening of January 20, 1993, gay activists held their own inaugural ball at the National Press Club. The new president did not make an appearance, but lesbian singing stars Melissa Etheridge and k. d. lang greeted the ecstatic throng from the balcony. --Charles Kaiser. The Gay Metropolis: The Landmark History of Gay Life in America (Kindle Locations 4787-4788). Kindle Edition.
The Truth Is . . .: My Life in Love and Music by Melissa Etheridge & Laura Morton
Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks (June 11, 2002)
Amazon: The Truth Is . . .: My Life in Love and Music
Since she first burst onto the international music scene, Melissa Etheridge has released seven albums that have sold more than 25 million copies worldwide, garnering not only public adoration for her uncompromising honesty but numerous critical awards, including two Grammys and the prestigious ASCAP Songwriter of the Year award. The Truth Is . . . is a highly charged autobiography—a bold and unflinching account of an extraordinary life that Melissa describes as only she can: from her Kansas roots, through her early love of music, to her brilliant rise to superstardom in a male-dominated rock world. Melissa openly discusses the massive impact of her publicly coming out, a revelation that only increased her popularity, making her a highly visible spokesperson for the gay and lesbian community. The Truth Is . . . shares Melissa Etheridge's fascinating story with unprecedented candor and insight.
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You have a week to learn how to perform a magic trick, post the progress in the Challenge feed every day!
There are some very simple magic tricks that only require some simple actions and there are magic tricks that take years of practice to learn. The most important rule in both of them is to be confident and perform the trick only when you know perfectly how to do it. Practice everyday in from on the mirror until your movements are natural enough.


I'm currently using 30 Linux server in my business unit. Almost 10 different sysadmin have to administer those servers. I'd like to have a centralized directory gartering all those 30 x 10 accounts so that I could have one single place du manage my identities. All my servers could then authenticate agains this directory.


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A Mystic Fiction is Making its Way to Top The List – 'The Quests of William Wood'
A debut novel by Viral Roger has been launched with the elements of surprise and is flabbergasting the readers with its aura.
Introducing A suspense thriller, with an intriguing story that keeps you on the edge, and a balanced mix of elements of mystery and tension and overall, a decent read.
This is a fictional story featuring tension and spine-chilling elements. William Wood, who lost his mother, is our hero. He decides to leave his house and move in with his aunt because he is unhappy with his current situation. Sadly, he finds himself in an off-base location where he met Leon and Ivy, two new people.
At first glance, everything seemed fine, but then strange things started to happen and the center started to emerge. William and his friends decided to discover the truth since they had to maintain unity at all costs. As we force these people to find more points of view on the subject, the novel takes us on an exhilarating rollercoaster ride of suspense and thrills.
The book has all you need to immerse yourself in a world of magic potions and spells. Being pretty engrossing, it makes you dive in all the characters and the intriguing plot of the novel, which will make you turn pages.
Already creating a flurry among the audience, the book at @StoryMirror Platform, is capturing the attention and enchanting the audience by leaving them on tenterhooks.
In the story, which is full of incredible experiences and creativity at its best, sometimes what could seem to be the wrong spot turns out to be the right one. The audience's mind is played and trapped and ultimately lands in a surprising and unimaginable turn of events. Viral Roger has made a fascinating use of characters, with a thrilling journey, an uncharted planet full of peculiarities and mystery, weird occurrences, and strange individuals.
The Quests of William Wood, is brimming to the brim with repartee, magic, and adventure. Placing itself in the category of bestsellers, the compelling book unquestionably captures the essence of imaginative narrative and enticing fictional topics.
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#include <proto/exec.h>
#include <dos/dos.h>
#include <exec/types.h>
#include <libraries/retromode.h>
#include <proto/retromode.h>
#include <stdarg.h>
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	{
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		line ++;
	}
}

extern void draw_lowred_pixeled_color( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_lowred_emulate_color_changes( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_lowred_ham6( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_lowred_ham8( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_hires( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_hires_ham6( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_hires_ham8( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );

extern void draw_transparent_lowred_pixeled_color( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_transparent_lowred_emulate_color_changes( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_transparent_lowred_ham6(  struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_transparent_lowred_ham8( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );
extern void draw_transparent_hires( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  );

void draw_none( struct retroScanline *line, int beamY, unsigned int *video_buffer  )
{

}

static void do_all_screen_color_effects( struct retroScreen *screen)
{
	struct retroFlashTable **flash;
	struct retroFlashTable *_flash;
	struct retroShiftColors **shift;
	struct retroShiftColors *_shift;
	struct retroRGB temp;
	int color;
	int from_color,to_color;

	for (flash = screen -> allocatedFlashs ; flash < screen -> allocatedFlashs_end; flash ++)
	{
		_flash = *flash;
		if (_flash -> colors>0)
		{
			_flash -> countDelay ++;

			if (_flash -> countDelay > _flash -> table[ _flash -> index ].delay)
			{
				_flash -> countDelay = 0;
				_flash -> index = (_flash -> index+1) % _flash -> colors;
				screen -> rowPalette[ _flash -> color & 255 ] = _flash -> table[ _flash -> index ].rgb ;
			}
		}
	}

	for (shift = screen -> allocatedShifts ; shift < screen -> allocatedShifts_end; shift ++)
	{

		_shift = *shift;
		_shift -> countDelay ++;

		if ( _shift -> countDelay > _shift -> delay )
		{
			_shift -> countDelay = 0;
			from_color = _shift -> firstColor;
			to_color = _shift -> lastColor;

			switch (_shift -> flags)
			{
				case 0:
					for (color = to_color; color > from_color; color -- ) screen->rowPalette[color] = screen->rowPalette[color-1];
					break;

				case 1:

					temp = screen -> rowPalette[to_color];
					for (color = to_color; color > from_color; color -- ) screen->rowPalette[color] = screen->rowPalette[color-1];
					screen -> rowPalette[ from_color ] = temp;
					break;

				case 2:
					for (color = from_color+1; color <= to_color; color ++ ) screen->rowPalette[color-1] = screen->rowPalette[color];
					break;

				case 3:
					temp = screen -> rowPalette[from_color];
					for (color = from_color+1; color <= to_color; color ++ ) screen->rowPalette[color-1] = screen->rowPalette[color];
					screen -> rowPalette[ to_color ] = temp;
					break;
			}
		}
	}
}

static void copper_to_scanline( struct retroRainbow *rainbow, int rainbow_scanline, struct retroScanline *scanline )
{
	scanline->rowPalette[rainbow ->color] = rainbow->table[ (rainbow_scanline + rainbow -> offset) % rainbow->tableSize];
}

static void color_reset( struct retroVideo * video, struct retroScanline *scanline)
{
	int n;
	for ( n=0; n<3;n++ )
	{
		if (video->rainbow[n].table)
		{
			scanline -> rowPalette[video->rainbow[n].color] = scanline -> orgPalette[video->rainbow[n].color];
		}
	}
}

void set_no_scanline(  int n, struct retroParallax *line,struct retroScreen * screen, struct retroVideo * video )
{
	struct retroScanline *scanline = &line -> scanline[n];

	scanline -> beamStart = 0;
	scanline -> videoWidth = video -> width;
	scanline -> screen = screen;
	scanline -> pixels = screen -> displayWidth;

	scanline -> data[0] = NULL;
	scanline -> data[1] = NULL;

	scanline -> mode = draw_none;
	scanline -> rowPalette = screen -> rowPalette;
	scanline -> orgPalette = screen -> orgPalette;

}

void set_scanline( int n, struct retroParallax *line,struct retroScreen * screen, struct retroVideo * video, int offset)
{
	int videomode = screen -> videomode & ~retroInterlaced;

	struct retroScanline *scanline = &line -> scanline[n];

	scanline -> beamStart = screen -> scanline_x;
	scanline -> videoWidth = video -> width;
	scanline -> screen = screen;
	scanline -> pixels = screen -> displayWidth;

	if (screen -> Memory[1])
	{
		scanline -> data[0] = screen -> Memory[0] + offset;
		scanline -> data[1] = screen -> Memory[1] + offset;
	}
	else
	{
		scanline -> data[0] = screen -> Memory[0] + offset;
		scanline -> data[1] = NULL;
	}

	scanline -> mode = NULL;
	scanline -> rowPalette = screen -> rowPalette;
	scanline -> orgPalette = screen -> orgPalette;

	if (screen -> dualScreen)	// has dualScreen, so this need to be transparent.
	{
		switch (videomode)
		{
			case retroLowres:
				scanline -> mode = draw_transparent_lowred_emulate_color_changes;
				break;

			case retroLowres|retroHam6:
				scanline -> mode = draw_transparent_lowred_ham6;
				break;

			case retroLowres|retroHam8:
				scanline -> mode = draw_transparent_lowred_ham8;
				break;

			case retroLowres_pixeld:
				scanline -> mode = draw_transparent_lowred_pixeled_color;
				break;

			case retroLowres_pixeld|retroHam6:
				scanline -> mode = draw_transparent_lowred_ham6;
				break;

			case retroLowres_pixeld|retroHam8:
				scanline -> mode = draw_transparent_lowred_ham8;
				break;

			case retroHires:
				scanline -> mode = draw_transparent_hires;
				break;

			case retroHires|retroHam6:
				scanline -> mode = draw_transparent_hires;
				break;

			case retroHires|retroHam8:
				scanline -> mode = draw_transparent_hires;
				break;
		}
	}
	else
	{
		switch (videomode)
		{
			case retroLowres:
				scanline -> mode = draw_lowred_emulate_color_changes;
				break;

			case retroLowres|retroHam6:
				scanline -> mode = draw_lowred_ham6;
				break;

			case retroLowres|retroHam8:
				scanline -> mode = draw_lowred_ham8;
				break;

			case retroLowres_pixeld:
				scanline -> mode = draw_lowred_pixeled_color;
				break;

			case retroLowres_pixeld|retroHam6:
				scanline -> mode = draw_lowred_ham6;
				break;

			case retroLowres_pixeld|retroHam8:
				scanline -> mode = draw_lowred_ham8;
				break;

			case retroHires:
				scanline -> mode = draw_hires;
				break;

			case retroHires|retroHam6:
				scanline -> mode = draw_hires_ham6;
				break;

			case retroHires|retroHam8:
				scanline -> mode = draw_hires_ham8;
				break;
		}
	}
}

// do not change, its not a option.
#define is_displayed 0

void Screen_To_Scanlines( struct retroScreen * screen, struct retroVideo * video )
{
	int n;
	int scanline_x,scanline_y,screen_y ;
	int hw_start ;
	int hw_end ;
	int hw_y ;
	int offset;
	int displayed ;
	int physical_vfacor ;

	if (screen -> flags & retroscreen_flag_hide) 	return;

	scanline_x = screen -> scanline_x;
	scanline_y = screen -> scanline_y;

	for (n=0;n<=1;n++)	// dual screen.
	{
		screen_y = 0;
		hw_start = 0;
		hw_end = 0;
		hw_y = 0;
		displayed = (screen ->videomode & retroInterlaced) ? 0 : 1;
		physical_vfacor = (screen ->videomode & retroInterlaced) ? 1 : 2;

		hw_start = scanline_y;
		hw_end = hw_start + (screen -> displayHeight * physical_vfacor );

		if (hw_end<0)	return;						// outside of scope.
		if (hw_start> ((int) video->height))	return;		// outside of scope.

		if (hw_start<0)
		{
			screen_y = -hw_start / physical_vfacor;
			hw_start = 0;
		}

		if (hw_end>video->height) hw_end = video->height;

		screen_y += screen -> offset_y;

		for (hw_y = hw_start; hw_y<hw_end; hw_y++)
		{
			// first hw line not displayed, 2en line is displayed

			if ((hw_y & displayed) == is_displayed)
			{
				if ((screen_y>=0) && (screen_y <= screen -> realHeight))
				{
					offset = (screen -> bytesPerRow * screen_y) + screen -> offset_x;

					video -> scanlines[ hw_y ].beamStart = scanline_x;
					set_scanline(  n, &video -> scanlines[ hw_y ], screen, video, offset );
				}

				screen_y ++;
			}
			else
			{
				set_no_scanline(  n, &video -> scanlines[ hw_y ], screen, video );
			}
		}

		if (screen -> dualScreen == NULL) 	break;

		screen = screen -> dualScreen;
	}
}

bool inside_screen(struct retroScreen *screen, int scanline_y)
{
	int physical_vfacor = (screen ->videomode & retroInterlaced) ? 1 : 2;
	int hw_start = screen -> scanline_y;
	int hw_end = hw_start + (screen -> displayHeight * physical_vfacor );

	if (screen -> flags & retroscreen_flag_hide) 	return false;		// if screen is hidden then we do not need to worry about it..
	if ((hw_start<=scanline_y) && (hw_end>=scanline_y)) return true;

	return false;
}

bool inside_screens( struct retroVideo * video, struct retroScreen *this_screen, int scanline_y)
{
	bool this_screen_found = false;
	struct retroScreen **screen_item;

	for (screen_item = video -> attachedScreens; screen_item < video -> attachedScreens_end; screen_item++)
	{
		if (this_screen_found == false)
		{
			if (*screen_item == this_screen ) this_screen_found = true;
		}
		else	// we only need to check if screen after is inside.. (we are checking if we render on top...)
		{
			if (inside_screen(*screen_item, scanline_y)) return true;
		}
	}
	return false;
}

void refresh_screen_scanlines( struct retroScreen * screen, struct retroVideo * video )
{
	int n;
	int scanline_x,scanline_y,screen_y ;
	int hw_start ;
	int hw_end ;
	int hw_y ;
	int offset;
	int displayed ;
	int physical_vfacor ;

	if (screen -> flags & retroscreen_flag_hide) 	return;

	scanline_x = screen -> scanline_x;
	scanline_y = screen -> scanline_y;

	for (n=0;n<=1;n++)
	{
		screen_y = 0;
		hw_start = 0;
		hw_end = 0;
		hw_y = 0;
		displayed = (screen ->videomode & retroInterlaced) ? 0 : 1;
		physical_vfacor = (screen ->videomode & retroInterlaced) ? 1 : 2;

		hw_start = scanline_y;
		hw_end = hw_start + (screen -> displayHeight * physical_vfacor );

		if (hw_end<0)	return;						// outside of scope.
		if (hw_start> ((int) video->height))	return;		// outside of scope.

		if (hw_start<0)
		{
			screen_y = -hw_start / physical_vfacor;
			hw_start = 0;
		}

		if (hw_end>video->height) hw_end = video->height;

		screen_y += screen -> offset_y;

		for (hw_y = hw_start; hw_y<hw_end; hw_y++)
		{
			if ((hw_y & displayed) == is_displayed)
			{
				if (inside_screens( video, screen, hw_y ) == false )
				{
					if ((screen_y>=0) && (screen_y <= screen -> realHeight))
					{
						offset = (screen -> bytesPerRow * screen_y) + screen -> offset_x;

						video -> scanlines[ hw_y ].beamStart = scanline_x;
						set_scanline( n, &video -> scanlines[ hw_y ], screen, video, offset );
					}
				}

				screen_y ++;
			}
		}

		if (screen -> dualScreen == NULL) 	break;

		screen = screen -> dualScreen;
	}
}

void update_all_scanlines( struct retroVideo * video )
{
	struct retroScreen **screen_item;

	for (screen_item = video -> attachedScreens; screen_item < video -> attachedScreens_end; screen_item++)
	{
		Screen_To_Scanlines( *screen_item, video );
	}
}

void update_some_scanlines( struct retroVideo * video )
{
	struct retroScreen **screen_item;

	for (screen_item = video -> attachedScreens; screen_item < video -> attachedScreens_end; screen_item++)
	{
		if ( (*screen_item) -> refreshScanlines == TRUE)
		{
			refresh_screen_scanlines( *screen_item, video );

			(*screen_item) -> refreshScanlines = FALSE;
		}
	}
}

void _retromode_retroDrawVideo(struct RetroModeIFace *Self, struct retroVideo * video)
{
	struct retroParallax *line;
	struct retroScreen **screen_item;
	unsigned int *video_buffer;
	int beamY;
	int intsPerRow = video -> BytesPerRow / 4;
	struct retroRainbow *compressed_rainbow_table[4];
	struct retroRainbow **compressed_rainbow_table_end;
	struct retroRainbow **rainbow_ptr;
	int n;
	BOOL coopered = FALSE;
	BOOL *coopered_last = NULL;
	int rainStart, rainEnd;

	if (video -> refreshAllScanlines == TRUE)
	{
		video -> refreshAllScanlines = FALSE;
		resetScanlines(video);
		update_all_scanlines( video);
	}

	if (video -> refreshSomeScanlines == TRUE)
	{
		video -> refreshSomeScanlines = FALSE;
		update_some_scanlines( video);
	}

	// only allocated rainbow tables are in the compressed table
	// allowing me skip validating in main loop.

	compressed_rainbow_table_end = compressed_rainbow_table;

	for ( n = 0; n <= 3; n++)
	{
		if (video->rainbow[n].table)
		{
			*compressed_rainbow_table_end++ = &video->rainbow[n];
		}
	}

	for ( n=1; n>=0; n-- )
	{
		line = video -> scanlines;
		video_buffer = video -> Memory;

		for (beamY=0; beamY < video-> height; beamY++)
		{
			if (line -> scanline[n].mode != NULL)
			{
				coopered = FALSE;

				for ( rainbow_ptr = compressed_rainbow_table; rainbow_ptr < compressed_rainbow_table_end; rainbow_ptr++)
				{
					rainStart = ((*rainbow_ptr) -> verticalOffset * 2);
					rainEnd =  rainStart + ((*rainbow_ptr) -> height * 2) ;

					if (( beamY > rainStart) && ( beamY < rainEnd ))
					{
						copper_to_scanline( *rainbow_ptr, (beamY - rainStart) / 2 ,  &line -> scanline[0] );
						coopered = TRUE;
					}
				}

				coopered_last = line -> scanline[n].screen ? &(line ->scanline[n].screen -> coopered_last) : NULL;
				if (coopered_last)		// have pointer...
				{
					if ((coopered == FALSE)&&( *coopered_last == TRUE))
					{
						color_reset( video, &line -> scanline[n] );
					}

					line -> scanline[n].mode( &line -> scanline[n],  beamY, video_buffer  );
					*coopered_last = coopered;
				}
			}

			video_buffer += intsPerRow;	// next line
			line ++;
		}
	}

	for (screen_item = video -> attachedScreens; screen_item < video -> attachedScreens_end; screen_item++)
	{
		do_all_screen_color_effects(*screen_item);
	}
}

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Q: Save state of an activity I'm trying to make a simple sudoku but I have a problem with the Continue button. When you first start the app, the button is disabled with:
continueButton.setEnabled (false);

Thus leading the user to have to use NewGame button. That button automatically enabled the Continue button with:
continueButton.setEnabled (true);

The problem is that, closing the app, using the exit button or the back button of the phone, I lose the status of the Continue button, that when  restart the app, is again disabled.
This is my code:
public class Sudoku extends Activity implements OnClickListener {
private static final String TAG = "Sudoku";
private static final String PROFILE = "stato";
boolean t = false;
SharedPreferences preferences;
int  a , b = 0, c = 0;
View continueButton;
/** Called when the activity is first created. */
@Override
public void onCreate(Bundle savedInstanceState) {
super.onCreate(savedInstanceState);
setContentView(R.layout.main);

// Set up click listeners for all the buttons
continueButton = findViewById(R.id.continue_button);
continueButton.setOnClickListener(this);
View newButton = findViewById(R.id.new_button);
newButton.setOnClickListener(this);
View aboutButton = findViewById(R.id.about_button);
aboutButton.setOnClickListener(this);
View exitButton = findViewById(R.id.exit_button);
exitButton.setOnClickListener(this);

t = isFirstRun();
if (t == false){
continueButton.setEnabled(false);
}else{
continueButton.setEnabled(true);
}
}

@Override
protected void onResume() {
super.onResume();
Music.play(this, R.raw.main);
}

@Override
protected void onPause() {
super.onPause();
Music.stop(this);

}

public void savePreferences(){
SharedPreferences.Editor ed = preferences.edit();
ed.putBoolean("button", true);
ed.commit();
}

public boolean isFirstRun(){
preferences = PreferenceManager.getDefaultSharedPreferences(this);
return preferences.getBoolean("button", t);

}

//onClick method

public void onClick(View v) {
switch (v.getId()) {
case R.id.continue_button:
a = 1;
startGame(Game.DIFFICULTY_CONTINUE);
break;
// ...
case R.id.about_button:
Intent i = new Intent(this, About.class);
startActivity(i);
break;
// More buttons go here (if any) ...
case R.id.new_button://button NewGame when pressed enable continueButton
continueButton.setEnabled(true);
a = 0;

openNewGameDialog();
break;
case R.id.exit_button: //exit button

finish();

break;
}
}

@Override
public boolean onKeyDown(int keyCode, KeyEvent event)
{
if ((keyCode == KeyEvent.KEYCODE_BACK))
{
finish();

}

return super.onKeyDown(keyCode, event);

}

@Override
public boolean onCreateOptionsMenu(Menu menu) {
super.onCreateOptionsMenu(menu);
MenuInflater inflater = getMenuInflater();
inflater.inflate(R.menu.menu, menu);
return true;
}

@Override
public boolean onOptionsItemSelected(MenuItem item) {
switch (item.getItemId()) {
case R.id.settings:
startActivity(new Intent(this, Prefs.class));
return true;
// More items go here (if any) ...
}
return false;
}

/** Ask the user what difficulty level they want */
private void openNewGameDialog() {
new AlertDialog.Builder(this)
.setTitle(R.string.new_game_title)
.setItems(R.array.difficulty,
new DialogInterface.OnClickListener() {
public void onClick(DialogInterface dialoginterface,
int i) {
startGame(i);
}
})
.show();
}

/** Start a new game with the given difficulty level */
@SuppressLint("ParserError")
private void startGame(int i) {

Log.d(TAG, "clicked on " + i);
Intent intent = new Intent(this, Game.class);
intent.putExtra("blocca", a);
intent.putExtra(Game.KEY_DIFFICULTY, i);
startActivity(intent);
}
}

A: Take a look at android's Data Storage
options.  I would recommend simply saving a boolean with SharedPreferences and then check its value every time your main activity is created.
public class MainActivity extends Activity{

    //Class used to retain data
    private SharedPreferences preferences;
    private boolean isFirstRun;

    //initialize the preferences in onCreate()
    @Override
    public void onCreate(Bundle savedInstanceState){
        super.onCreate(savedInstanceState);
        setContentView(R.layout.main);
        preferences = PreferenceManager.getDefaultSharedPreferences(this);
        isFirstRun = false;
    }

    //When your application gains the foreground, check to see if it is first time
    @Override
    public void onResume(){
        //if nothing has been stored, returns true since it is the first run.
        isFirstRun = preferences.getBoolean("first",true);
        if(isFirstRun)
            //disable continue button
        else
            //enable continue button
    }

    //Save preferences anytime your application loses the foreground
    @Override
    public void onPause(){
        SharedPreferences.Editor ed = preferences.edit();
            ed.putBoolean("first",isFirstRun);
            ed.commit();
    }
}

A: You can use the Shared Preference and check the status of your variables in onResume or OnPause methods
These variables are kept alive while not uninstall or delete the application data
To create a variable with SharedPreferences
SharedPreferences getSharedPreferences prefs = (PROFILE, Context.MODE_PRIVATE);

SharedPreferences.Editor prefs.edit editor = ();
editor.putBoolean ("ContinueButtonValue", false);
editor.commit ();

and to recover its value after a pause of the your application:
SharedPreferences prefs = getSharedPreferences (Settigns, Context.MODE_PRIVATE);
prefs.getBoolean sConfiguration = prefs.getBoolean ("ContinueButtonValue", false);

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Graffiti branding President Reuven Rivlin a "Nazi" was sprayed in the central city of Bnei Brak, in an apparent protest of his visit to an ultra-Orthodox elementary school there at the beginning of the school year two months ago.
A Hebrew slogan daubed on the walls of the school in the ultra-Orthodox city read, "Rivlin is a Nazi apostate." Another seemingly referred to Rivlin's visit to the school.
Police opened an investigation into the incident. In a statement, police said they received a complaint about the vandalism on Wednesday.
According to the ultra-Orthodox Kikar Hashabat website, the vandalism was protesting Rivlin's visit to the Boston Talmud Torah, an ultra-Orthodox institute. Many in the Haredi community reject the secular State of Israel and its officialdom, making Rivlin's visit in late August, which took place without incident, unusual.
Lawmakers were quick to claim the graffiti was prompted by the sharp responses from some right-wing officials over a speech Rivlin gave Monday. At the opening of the Knesset winter session, the president roundly criticized politicians for undermining the justice system in their efforts to limit the power of the Supreme Court.
Graffiti on a wall in Bnei Brak criticizing President Reuven Rivlin that reads 'Rivlin is a Nazi apostate,' October 25, 2017.
Opposition Yesh Atid party leader Yair Lapid accused Rivlin's critics of motivating the vandalism — an apparent reference to Regev, who had continued her criticism in a Tuesday radio interview.
Zionist Union lawmaker MK Tzipi Livni echoed Lapid in attributing the blame to those who spoke out against the president.
Opposition leader MK Isaac Herzog hinted that Netanyahu was responsible, after the premier labeled the opposition and media "sourpusses" (literally, "pickles") in a Monday speech.
The President's Residence asked security services to look into threatening responses made on social media after Rivlin gave his speech, Channel 2 reported.
Speaking at the opening of the Knesset winter session on Monday, Rivlin launched a passionate defense of the judicial system and the media, saying government attempts to undermine them amount to a "coup" against the pillars of Israeli democracy.
"The Knesset is the representative of the sovereign, the people of Israel, the entire people of Israel. In this house we must remember that it is the people we must live up to. This wonderful people whom we have been privileged to serve and represent," Rivlin told Knesset members and guests at the ceremony.
Rivlin accused political leaders of weakening state institutions by attacking them for narrow political gain.
"From the 'political' professional bureaucracy to the 'political' state comptroller, the 'political' Supreme Court 'politicians,' the 'political' security forces, and even the IDF, our Israel Defense Forces are 'political'; the whole country and its institutions – politics," he said.
Rivlin, a former Likud lawmaker, was criticized by party members for his comments.
"He hasn't been on our side for a while," MK David Bitan told reporters in the halls of the Knesset.
Regev also slammed Rivlin, branding him a "president who belittles politicians, belittles the will of the people and damages the heart of democracy," she said.
Ahead of the winter sitting, several coalition lawmakers have vowed to advance a constitutional Basic Law to rein in the Supreme Court, accusing the justices of overstepping their mandate in rejecting Knesset legislation in a series of recent rulings.
Speaking at the weekly faction meeting of his Jewish Home party, flanked by Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked, Education Minister Naftali Bennett on Monday accused the Supreme Court, which doubles as the constitutional High Court of Justice, of "forgetting" its role and placing the judiciary above the legislative branch.


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Study Reveals Why Gowns and Gloves can be so Dangerous
By Dr Zainab Kasid September 11, 2021 01426 views
CDC investigators urge that there needs to be a national standard for measuring the effectiveness of personal protective equipment at its most vulnerable spot—the wrist.
Proper donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE) lowers the chance of spreading pathogens in a hospital or other health care facility. It involves several steps, but it's worth doing well because the equipment protects patients and health care workers from the many deadly pathogens that may strike. COVID-19 and its variants aren't the only dangers that health care professionals have to deal with.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers health care professionals a step-by-step guide for how best to don and doff PPE. And as the CDC's National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) points out, the various parts of PPE might come from different sources—or manufacturers—and that presents a problem.
They may not fit as snugly as they should. "A particularly vulnerable area is where the glove and gown meet: the glove-gown interface," NIOSH points out. "This interface is considered one of the weakest areas because gaps can occur, allowing infectious fluids to seep through to the skin."
Recently, CDC investigators measured just how much pathogenic leakage can occur at the interface. Their findings, published in the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC), led them to conclude that there needs to be a national standard developed for measuring the safety of the glove-gown interface. That standard must take into account the different design factors of the different models of gloves and gowns.
Beau Wangtrakuldee, PhD, the CEO, and founder of a company called AmorSui, told Infection Control Today® in a Q&A in March that "in the health care industry in general, small sizes are typically based on Caucasian males, so once you get to women who truly have smaller frames there are no products available for them."
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The CDC investigators in the AJIC study evaluated "the fluid leakage through the glove-gown interface by simulating exposures and HCP [health care personnel] arm movements in patient care. We tested fluid leakage of two examination gloves with different cuff lengths and seven isolation gown models designed with varying levels of barrier resistance and multiple cuff types."
The CDC investigators found that gowns with a thumb loop design provided the best protection. Next came the elastic cuff design. And then the knit cuff design. But they didn't think that any of the designs provided the proper protection because they found substantial leakage through gown fabrics.
They concluded that there's "a need to develop a standardized method to evaluate leakage at the glove-gown interface to improve worker protection."
That conclusion mirrors what NIOSH says about the glove-gown interface.
"Despite this concern, the glove-gown interface has received little research attention, so minimal guidance is available on how to prevent gaps. Furthermore, no standardized test currently exists to evaluate leakages in new products."
SOURCE: Infection Control Today
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Here is the list of Hotel Management institutes which gives you a quality education with great placement.
IHM- the Institute of Hotel Management is government autonomous college. Admission procedure for IHM Pusa is quite tough. A candidate must qualify the JEE exam conducted by National Council of Hotel Management & Catering Technology also known as NCHMCT.
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IHA leads in the list of hotel management Institutes with quality education and great placement record. IHA gives you Govt. Recognized Courses approved by which are approved NSDC. Under the guidance of known Hotel Management Professionals. IHA provides you Guest Lectures by Known personalities from the hotel industry. IHA is affiliated to Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) which helps the student to tackle the killing of large manpower.
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Orléans in central France is a perfect central starting point for trips around the Loire Valley, with its famous châteaux, gardens, and historic attractions. The Loire Valley is one of the most visited parts of France, particularly easy to reach from Paris. Orléans is also a city worth staying in, with an attractive old quarter centering around 18th- and 19th-century streets with arcaded galleries that evoke a gracious and prosperous history.
Orléans is 119 km (74 miles) south-west of Paris and 72 km (45 miles) southeast of Chartres.
Orléans stands in the Loire Valley on a great bend of the Loire River, lying between the rich arable cornfields of the gentle Beauce to the north and the dense forests of the Sologne to the south.
In the past, the Loire was a major highway, and Orleans was the natural stop to continue the coach ride to Paris.
The population of central Orléans is around 113,000; greater Orléans is around 264,000
The Tourist Office is located at 2 place de L'Etape
The history of Orléans is inextricably mixed with Joan of Arc who during the Hundred Years War between the English and the French (1339-1453), inspired the French army to victory after a week-long siege. You can see the celebration of Joan and her liberation of the city all over the town, particularly in the stained glass in the cathedral.
Real devotees should visit the Maison de Jeanne-d'Arc (3 pl du General-de-Gaulle). This half-timbered building is a reconstruction of the house of the Treasurer of Orléans, Jacques Boucher, where Joan stayed in 1429. An audiovisual exhibit tells the story of the lifting of the siege by Joan on May 8th, 1429.
Cathedrale Ste-Croix (Place Ste-Croix) - For a superb view, approach the city from the other side of the Loire and you see the cathedral standing out on the skyline. The place where Joan celebrated her victory, the cathedral has a chequered history and you see a building that has been massively altered during the centuries. While the cathedral may not have the impact of Chartres, its stained glass is interesting, particularly the windows telling the story of the Maid of Orleans. Also look out for the 17th-century organ and the 18th-century woodwork.
Musee des Beaux-Arts (Place Ste-Croix) - Good collection of French artists from the Le Nain to Picasso. Also has paintings from the 15th to the 20th century including Tintoretto, Correggio, Van Dyck, and a large collection of French pastels.
Hotel Groslot (Place de l'Etape) - A huge Renaissance house begun in 1550, the Hotel was the home of Francois II who married Mary, Queen of Scots. The mansion was also used as a residence by the French Kings Charles IX, Henri III, and Henri IV. You can see the interior and the garden.
Le Parc Floral de la Source - Large public park around the source of the Loiret with plenty to do including free croquet and badminton among the different gardens. The small, 212 km long Loiret, like many rivers in the area, runs into the Loire as it makes its way towards the Atlantic coast. Don't miss the dahlia and iris gardens that fill the place with color. And as vegetable gardens go, the one here is delightful.
Hotel de l'Abeille (64 rue Alsace-Lorraine) - Charming hotel in a city not overburdened with good hotels, the Hotel de l'Abeille is still owned by the family who started it in 1903. Comfortable, old-fashioned décor with antique furniture and old prints and paintings and with a roof terrace for summer days. Good for Joan of Arc fans; there are plenty of artifacts on the lady decorating the rooms.
Hotel des Cedres (17 rue du Marechal-Foch) - In the center, but quiet and peaceful with a glassed-in conservatory for breakfast looking onto the garden. Rooms are comfortable and decent sized.
Hotel Marguerite (14 pl du Vieux Marche) - In central Orléans, this is a reliable hotel continuously being updated. No particular frills, but comfortable and friendly with good sized family rooms.
Le Lievre Gourmand (28 quai du Chatelet) - 19th-century house with a predominantly white décor is the setting for some serious cooking in dishes such as truffle risotto, top beef with polenta, and enticing desserts.
La Veille Auberge (2 rue du Faubourg St-Vincent) - Traditional cooking using local ingredients in this pretty restaurant. There's a garden for summer dining or eat in the antique-filled dining room.
The Loire Valley produces some of France's best wines, with over 20 different appellations. So take advantage when you are in Orleans of sampling the wines in the restaurants, but also taking side trips to the vineyards. To the east, you can discover Sancerre with its white wines produced from the Sauvignon grape. To the west, the area around Nantes produces Muscadet.
The Loire Valley is known for its game, hunted in the nearby forest of the Sologne. As Orleans is on the banks of the Loire, fish is also a good bet, while mushrooms come from the caves near Saumur.
What to See Outside Orléans
From Orléans, you can visit Sully-sur-Loire chateau and the Chateau and Park of Chateauneuf-sur-Loire to the east and at Meung-sur-Loire to the west, the Jardins du Roquelin.
Loire à Velo
For those with energy, you can hire a bicycle and make your way along some of the 800 km (500 miles) cycle route that takes you from Cuffy in the Cher to the Atlantic coast. Part of the route passes through the Loire Valley, and there are various separate cycle routes taking you past the different chateaux which you can visit. It's all extremely well organized, with hotels and guest houses specially geared up to deal with cyclists.
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Top 11 Fintech Companies in New York to Watch in 2021
Michał Majewski
Mar 4, 2020 | 11 min read
An investing robo-advisor managing $15bn in assets, a challenger bank for teens, and a credit card without any fees accessible to people without a credit history - we present the 11 hottest fintech companies from NYC right now.
New York City isn't the greatest city in the world for Jeff Bezos, but it definitely is for a vast array of fintech companies that run their operations in the Big Apple. Close proximity to one of the most important stock markets on Earth definitely makes New York City a prime location for them.
The whole financial ecosystem built around Wall Street is, on the one hand, a perfect market for B2B-oriented financial technology companies, and the greatest pool of talent on the other. That's why most of the best fintech companies are headquartered in NYC. It's also the reason why we decided to host our Disruption Forum event at Rise by Barclays. (click for more information).
But first, are you familiar with the fintech world? Fintech is a combination of two words - "financial" and "technology". The fintech industry is still seen as an emerging sector, with many companies trying to improve financial services with the use of technology. The term fintech consists of startups as well as more mature companies that are disrupting or enhancing the ways of paying, insuring, or lending, be it in the B2B or B2C sector.
In the meantime, let's take a closer look at 11 of the most interesting NYC-based fintech companies.
1. Lemonade
Let's start with one of the biggest fish in the pond. Lemonade is an insurance carrier that uses AI and behavioral economics models to come up with the best insurance offers for homeowners and renters. Unlike traditional insurers, they focus on transparency.
Lemonade inverts the insurance model. Customers pay a flat monthly fee and their money is used partly directly to cover potential claims, and partly to purchase reinsurance.
It's growing very fast. Lemonade was founded in 2015 by an experienced manager and serial entrepreneur Daniel Schreiber and Shai Winiger, who had started the Fiverr freelance marketplace.
However, Lemonade is on track to becoming their most successful venture. It has already gathered more than $470m in funding. The last series D round of $300m in April 2019 made Lemonade an official unicorn with a two billion dollar valuation.
2. Policygenius
Another insurtech company. The idea is simple, but it's all about execution. Policygenius is an online shop for all kinds of insurance - including life, long-term disability, health, renters and pet policies.
The company has already attracted almost $50m in four funding rounds. The last deal from May 2017 has set Policygenius's valuation at $120-180m. Netguru played an important role in the startup's success. Read the case study to learn more.
Read our interview with Justin Ternullo, the company's Chief Design Officer to discover how they managed to grow so fast.
3. Betterment
Betterment is a digital wealth manager popular among millennials. It's famous for its "robo-advisor" - an algorithm that selects investments and builds a diversified portfolio for its clients. The company was founded in 2008 and until 2017 offered only automated investment advisory.
Two years ago, Betterment branched out to human advisors and now employs 240 people. The company oversees more than $16.4bn in assets (as of April 2019). In 2018, Betterment added 100,000 customers. It gathered more than $275m in funding.
4. Stash
Stash has a similar backstory to Betterment - the company started off offering a mobile investing app. Their main focus was to help people invest smartly to build a safety net for retirement for a small fee of $1 per month. But the micro-investing app was just the beginning.
Now Stash is a full-blown challenger bank that offers a wholesome banking experience with cash-back debit cards, regular accounts, and quick transfers. Investors believed in the vision and supported the company with more than $184m in funding. As of March 2019, the company has been valued at $260m-$390m.
5. Forter
Card fraud is retailers' worst nightmare all over the world, but the US seems to be an Eldorado for fraudsters. Forter wants to change that. The company deployed its best algorithms and human talents to join forces in order to help digitize anti-fraud processes.
Forter's machine-learning-enabled solution analyses everything from the location and browsing history of a potential buyer to the type of device they are using to decide whether to accept an online credit card purchase or deny it as fraudulent.
In 2019, the company doubled the value of e-commerce transactions processed to a record $100 billion. The company gathered more than $100m in funding and is valued at $200m-$300m.
6. Petal
Petal is a very democratic credit card provider. You can get a credit card from the company without any fees and without any pre-existing credit history. The company, one of the top startups in NY, analyses one's overall financial history before issuing credit cards.
Thanks to that, people like immigrants and low-income Americans, who often struggle to access credit cards, can have the opportunity to use Petal-issued Visas for their everyday purchases. The NY fintech gives its customers a credit line of up to $10,000.
In September 2019 Petal gathered a $300 million debt round, which added to the investment from Valar Ventures, co-founded by Peter Thiel.
7. MoneyLion
MoneyLion is another challenger bank on our list. Valued at $800m as of July 2019, it's getting really close to reaching unicorn status.
It was launched in 2013 and since then has gained more than two million customers, who linked over a million accounts to the company's system. The NY fintech also originated 200,000 loans via its app.
MoneyLion, apart from offering its customers swift and mobile banking experiences, also runs a rewards program for building better financial habits: if you maintain healthy behaviors when it comes to money, you will earn different benefits.
As almost every company nowadays, this challenger bank is making good use of machine learning to provide users with a personalized financial advisory. MoneyLion has already secured $170m in funding.
8. Axoni
If Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and other big Wall Street players invest over $57m in a startup, it means that the company must have something outstanding to offer to the world of finance, doesn't it? Axoni is a blockchain firm that is building expertise in smart contracts. They're an active and renowned player on the $10 trillion credit derivative market and are trying to make it more effective and transparent.
By using the Axoni distributed ledger, the biggest financial firms are able to access payment information, calculations, and other vital trade data in real time.
9. Climb Credit
Student loans are one of the main setbacks that block millennials from fulfilling their full potential. It's a problem of a whole generation. Climb Credit wants to solve that issue by financing meaningful and quality education. Basically, they offer student loans, but for selected courses from selected colleges and universities.
"We identify, assess, and partner with schools offering the knowledge and skills required for jobs with strong earning potential in today's economy" - that sums up how the company's founders perceive quality education.
The company is working with 70 schools all across America and has financed the education of 6,000 students so far. Climb Credit has secured $66m in VC money and debt, which is quite understandable for a student loan company, right?
10. Current
Teen banking is like teen sex - everyone talks about it, but only a handful of people are actually doing it. One of those shining examples is Current - a challenger bank that focuses solely on banking products for youngsters. Of course, it's a mobile-only bank.
Using the Current app, you can instantly transfer money to your colleagues, save funds for whatever purpose you want, or create a direct deposit for paychecks.
Your parents can easily provide you with funding as well. Current issues a Visa debit card for payments and supports Apple Pay. Is there anything more a teen needs from a bank? In October 2019, Current collected a series B funding round of $20m, which raised the company's valuation to $80-$120m.
11. Titan
Titan has the ambition to put an end to stock market FOMO. How do they want to achieve that? By deploying an AI-based investment banker, at your disposal via a mobile app.
The Titan application chooses the 20 stocks perfect for your investing style by scraping top hedge fund data and cross-checking it with your personal risk profile. After deciding on what you should invest in, the Titan app automatically buys and sells securities for you.
Users can learn more about the inner workings of the financial market by reading in-app reports and analysis. Titan now manages more than $20m in assets and has added Paul Graham, Y-Combinator co-founder, as an investor.
Did we miss anyone? Let us know.
Also, check out our other fintech watch-lists:
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Top fintech companies in Paris
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