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Paekakariki Wants Speed Limits
Community Board says speed limits must drop to cut accident toll on SH1 at Paekakariki
By Alan Tristram
The Paekākāriki Community Board is urging the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) to enforce new speed reductions along State Highway One near Paekākāriki.
"Accidents occurring on SH1 either side of Paekākāriki have highlighted how dangerous this road is," says board member, and Paekakariki/Raumati Councillor, Janet Holborow.Ms Holborow says: " We have been asking for the 70 km/h speed limit in place on part of that stretch to be extended since it was first put in place in 2007,"
Last year, the NZTA provided the board with a report recommending extending the slower speed area on SH1 either side of Paekākāriki, but the work was never carried out.
At the latest Community Board meeting, the board was told by Council staff that the work had been cancelled.
Accidents alarm the Community Board
"The accidents in this area should have rung alarm bells," Cr Holborow says.
"The current location of the 70km/h signs don't encourage compliance, as they don't coincide with any other triggers to tell motorists to slow down, such
as developments on the roadside.
She adds: "If the threshold was moved further north, the presence of houses on SH1 would encourage motorists to adhere to the speed limit. NZTA's own guidelines indicate that positioning the signs further north would be more appropriate."
A proposal for a wire rope median barrier along this stretch of SH1, long under discussion, has been turned down by NZTA with the future construction
of Transmission Gully cited as the major reason.
Board chair Jack McDonald says that while the Board is hoping that decision can be turned around, extended speed limits on their own would increase safety.
"The Paekākāriki community has long been pushing for the speed reduction to be extended along this notoriously dangerous stretch of SH1 and see it as crucial that action is taken to achieve this,"says Mr McDonald.
The board also decided at its meeting to support a Council proposal to continue to allow right-hand turns (to turn south) from the south end of Ames Street on to
SH1.
A Council report had recommended not to proceed with an earlier proposal to stop vehicles doing this.
"This means traffic will continue to turn out of Ames Street, so it's even more important that the speed on the main road is reduced and cars can go onto it safely," says Mr McDonald.
Graeme says:
To extend the 70kph further north and further south is not the answer and won't increase safety, in fact it would probably make things worse through driver frustration for example.
I travel through this section of highway everyday by car and by truck & trailer. What we all agree on is that this section of highway does have heightened risk of danger and gets very busy and clogged up in the mornings and again in the early evenings due to obvious reasons.
What I and many others would not agree with is to suggest extending the 70kph zone and also incorporating the extension of the wire fence is not going to fix the problem.
It doesn't matter how much input one puts into trying to fix these issues as there will always be accidents. The biggest hurdle I see on the roads is how do we tackle the many incompetent drivers on our roads. The ones that don't pay attention when driving, the ones that make poor decisions, I see it everyday, and I see accidents just about everyday.
The only way to have a more safer part of this so called highway passing next to Paekakariki would have been to raise this section of highway and put in proper on and off ramps but we know the nzta wouldn't pay for this costly exercise, and yet they can waste $5 million on a roundabout next to Southwards.


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New Developments Near Popular Primary Schools
21 August 2019 Written by admin
For families and young couples, buying homes near Primary schools is a big plus as it increases the chance of enrollment and provide parents with additional convenience of easy access to school and work. In a recent survey of 100 parents 1 , 46 said distance was the most important consideration. But a third valued the reputation of the school and its pupils' performance in the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) as a primary consideration when deciding on a school.
At the moment, the more popular housing choice for young couples and families are new condominiums in the mid-range market. We've combined both elements and compiled for you some mid-range new properties near to popular Primary schools: Ai Tong School, Nanyang School, Tao Nan School and Ru Lang School. (Rental prices for a 3-bedroom condominium range from $3,500 outside the city to $6,000 in city center per month)
Ai Tong School – 100 Bright Hill Drive, 579646
Ai Tong School is located at 100 Bright Hill Drive. Priding themselves as one of the few Chinese – medium schools in Singapore, Ai Tong School focuses on the learning of Chinese culture, language and values. It is considered as one of the most popular schools in Singapore.
The Panorama
Distance to Ai Tong School – 3.6km || Price: Starts from S$565,000
The Panorama is situated in Ang Mo Kio. It has excellent transportation connectivity to Seletar Expressway and Central Expressway which allows parents to send their children to school and then to work conveniently. Apart from its close proximity to Ai Tong School, the Panorama is also located near other prestigious education institutions such as St Nicholas Girl's School, Anderson Junior College, James Cook University, the Australian International School and Nanyang Polytechnic.
Facilities such as Lap Pool, Jacuzzi Coves, Children's Pool, Children's Playground, Reflective Pool, Eco, Zen Deck, Joggers Path, fitness areas, etc. are all available at the Panorama for residents.
Thomsons impressions
Distance from Ai Tong school – 0.35km || Price: starts from s$650,000
Thomson Impressions is a luxury condominium developed by the Nanshan Group and contains 280 units of 1 to 4 bedroom units. A 5-minutes walk can take you to Bright Hill MRT Station and Upper Thomson MRT Station, while a 10-minutes drive will take you to Thomson Plaza and Junction 8. Apart from the 350m short walk to Ai Tong School, other schools around the area include Peirce Secondary School, Bishan Park Secondary School, Catholic High School and St Nicholas Girls' School.
Facilities at Thomson Impressions include a guard house, clubhouse, function room, indoor health club, tennis court, 50m Pool, BBQ area and pool deck.
NanYang primary school – 52 King's Road
Nanyang Primary school has long been associated with good academic results and quality education, along with a rich history as well as many famous alums. With such fame and reputation for success, possessing a house within 1km of the house indeed places an individual at an undeniable edge over others. According to last year's intake of 390 students 2 , more than 50% enrolled were students living within 1km from the school.
The Asana
Distance from Nanyang primary school – 0.35km || price: N.A
Located in the prime area of district 10, and only 350m away from Nanyang Primary School, the Asana Condo can almost definitely secure your child a place in Nanyang Primary School. It is close to 3 MRT Stations: Farrer Road MRT, Botanic Gardens MRT Station and Queenstown MRT Station.
Some of the facilities in The Asana include a 50 meter lap pool, Jacuzzi, sky lounge, reading room, yoga room, dining pavilion and an indoor gym.
Ru Lang primary school
Originally called Joo Long Public School, Rulang Primary started out as a small school to provide basic education for children living in villages. Through the years, Rulang Primary School progressively became well known for being one of the better schools in Jurong. Today, the ranking of Rulang Primary School is on par with some of the most popular and reputable schools in Singapore with the highest Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) score in 2015.
Le Quest
Distance from Ru Lang primary school – 4.6km || price: N.A
Le Quest is a 99-year leasehold High-Street Style Mixed Commercial & Residential Development located in the heart of Bukit Batok, Singapore (District 23) – an enviable neighborhood with a myriad of amenities and leisure options. Its strategic location provides excellent accessibility to the city and future master plans.
Situated just a stone's throw away from the future Jurong Lake District that drives Singapore's growth in the future economy, and cater to the diverse needs of businesses, residents, visitors, and Singaporeans from all walks of life, Le Quest offers the potential to command competitive rental yields
Tao nan school – 49 Marine Crescent, 449761
Similar to Ai Tong School, Tao Nan School is one of the first six modern Chinese schools to be set up in Singapore co-educational primary school in Singapore. In 1996, Tao Nan School started the Gifted Education Programme, as well as the Bi-cultural Enrichment Programme (BiCEP) to teach and encourage bilingualism. Tao Nan School is among the 30 most popular primary schools listed by the Ministry of Education.
Cayman Residences
Distance from Tao nan primary school – 2.3km || price: N.A
Cayman Residences is a freehold development Landed Property located within private landed neighbourhood anclave area right in the center of East Coast Avenue. It is also strategically located with many shopping centres located around in the vicinity such as Parkway Parade Shopping Centre, Siglap Shopping Centre, Katong Shopping Centre and i12 Katong.
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The race to the LEN European Short Course Swimming Championships 2019, which comes to Glasgow later this year, is well and truly on with now only 100 days to go.
Some of the world's leading athletes will descend on Glasgow's Tollcross International Swimming Centre between 4 – 8 December when the Championships comes to the iconic city as it celebrates the 20th year of the event.
Spectators will watch as European Champions are crowned over five action-packed days in Glasgow as some of Europe's finest swimmers compete in 40 short course events. Medals for events such as the Women's 50m Breaststroke and Men's 400m Freestyle will be up for grabs on day one. Meanwhile, the Men's 200m Freestyle and Women's 100m Backstroke will be among the highlights on day two, with both the Men's 50m and Women's 100m Freestyle Finals on day three. Into the weekend and swimmers will be chasing medals on the penultimate day in the Men's 100m Breaststroke Final and Women's 200m Freestyle Final, with the Men's 100m Freestyle Final and Women's 200m Individual Medley being the highlights across a very exciting final day.
It's not every day two Olympians drop by unexpectedly to a school swimming class, however, the Scottish duo, Hannah Miley and Ross Murdoch were both in attendance at Glasgow Club Castlemilk Pool to surprise a local swimming club with a unique swimming class to celebrate the major '100 days to go' campaign milestone.
Swimmers from St. Bridgid's Primary School were invited to a unique training session at one of Glasgow's finest swimming facilities and were shocked when they were joined by two Olympic swimmers. Miley and Murdoch spent the morning engaging with the young swimmers and giving advice to the next generation of Scottish swimmers, and the primary 5-7 pupils were left feeling inspired by this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Hannah Miley is one of Scotland's most decorated female swimmers of all time, with a number of medals on the World and European stage, as well as four Commonwealth Games medals, including a gold which was won back in 2014 in Glasgow. As the Official Ambassador of the LEN European Short Course Championships 2019, Hannah spoke following the surprise moment.
She said: "It's wonderful to be able to surprise these young kids and it was awesome to see how excited they are about another fantastic event coming to Glasgow. With 100 days to go it is another opportunity for Glasgow to welcome world class swimmers like they did at the Commonwealth and European Games. Hopefully we will inspire the next generation of swimmers, who may one day take part in an event like this."
Olympian and double Commonwealth Games medallist, Ross Murdoch, fresh off the back of the World Championships in China says he is "working harder than ever" during training to make sure 2019 is a year to remember, and to ensure he is in the mix for Tokyo 2020. Ross will be aiming to gain selection to emulate the fantastic scenes from Glasgow 2014 at the LEN European Short Course Swimming Championships 2019 and will be determined to clinch another medal on home soil. The Star Wars fan will be hoping the force is with him later this year and as he continues to count down the days until December.
Ross said: "With 100 days to go the countdown to the LEN European Short Course Championships really is on. Tollcross holds some very special memories for me and it's been great to share my experiences with these kids here at Castlemilk. I not only hope to inspire them to come to the event and cheer on the British Team, but perhaps inspire them to believe that one day they may be swimming at such an event."
The city of Glasgow welcomes the Championships for the first time as it continues to build its reputation as a truly world class sporting city. The competition will be the third major European event held in Glasgow within twelve months after a hugely successful inaugural European Championships, and a sold-out European Athletics Indoor Championships earlier this year in the Emirates Arena. Glasgow continues to receive global recognition for this reputation with a coveted top five ranking as an ultimate sporting city.
Paul Bush OBE, Director of Events, said: "The excitement is well and truly building for the 20th edition of the LEN European Short Course Swimming Championships 2019 as we hit the 100 days to go mark.
"Tollcross International Swimming Centre is the perfect stage for the Championships, building on the legacy of previous international events including Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, the 2015 IPC Swimming World Championships and the Glasgow 2018 European Championships.
"With five days of fast-paced swimming action the Championships will also bookend an exciting year of international sporting events that have showcased Scotland to the world and reinforced our reputation as a world leading events destination."
Billy Garrett, Director of Sport and Events at Glasgow Life and Co-Chair of the Glasgow 2019 Steering Committee, said: "With only 100 days to go until the LEN European Short Course Swimming Championships here in Glasgow this December, it's fantastic to have Hannah and Ross – both elite Scottish athletes – here with us today to help us celebrate.
"Our city has proved time and time again that we can deliver world-class events for both athletes and those attending, and these Championships will be no different. The excitement level is building in the city and tickets are selling fast for the event. I can't wait to be there at a packed-out Tollcross International Swimming Centre watching some of the best athletes in Europe!"
British Swimming's Chief Executive Officer, Jack Bucker, commented: "As the closing event of 2019, the European Short Course Swimming Championships are set to cap what has truly been a fantastic year of showcasing aquatic disciplines across the UK.
The Tollcross International Swimming Centre in Glasgow has provided many memorable moments for our swimmers in recent times, and as the final countdown begins, we are all looking forward to returning to the venues electric atmosphere and seeing some strong performance as we sit on the eve of an Olympic year.
Scottish Swimming's Chief Executive Officer, Euan Lowe, said: "With now only 100 days to go until the LEN European Short Course Swimming Championships, the excitement is building. Scotland is the perfect stage for hosting the 20th edition of the Championships and we look forward to welcoming Europe's finest swimmers back to Tollcross in December following the success of last summer's European Championships."
Short course swimming is a fast-paced event and is guaranteed to have crowds energised from start to finish. Races are competed in a 25m pool, requiring swimmers to complete more turns, so crowds will see competitive, adrenaline-fueled races – setting up this event as one of the most exciting of the year.
Tickets for the event are on sale now with the championships set to be a cornerstone event in Scotland's 2019 sporting calendar.
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Charlotte Motor Speedway - The Epicenter of NASCAR
Many of the world's racing tracks feel like home for both the spectators and the drivers. Truly, those involved in the realm of motorsport grow attached to certain tracks over time, be it for their straights and curves, the view they give, or simply for getting accustomed to them. One track, however, is rightfully considered as the very home of NASCAR, having many teams' headquarters based in its proximity: the Charlotte Motor Speedway, found in the city of Charlotte, North Carolina.
Speedways Motorsports Inc. headquarters
This racing oval is located in Concord, some 20 km from Charlotte, and hosts NASCAR events with the prestigious Coca-Cola 600 on Memorial day being probably the most important. The track is owned by Speedways Motorsports Inc. which also owns many other speedways, with Atlanta Motor Speedway, Las Vegas Motor Speedway or Sonoma Raceway being some of them. But, Charlotte Motor Speedway is 'Primus inter pares' as the Speedways Motorsports' headquarters is located at this very speedway.
Coca-Cola 600 is the highlight of the year at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Difficult times after the first few races
Charlotte Motor Speedway was projected by Bruton Smith and Curtis Turner. It was opened in 1960, after one year of works and a cost of $1.25 million, but soon after opening, the venue fell into financial troubles which were resolved after major stakeholders secured loans. Bankruptcy was avoided and all the debts were paid until 1967. That allowed normal day-to-day operations and further development of the venue in the late 1970s.
Map: Charlotte Motor Speedway track layout
Constant track modernization
A new grandstand was built, and other facilities were also built or modernized to increase the comfort of the visitors. Through the decades, the facilities improvement was constant: in 1992, permanent lighting was installed to allow night racing and Charlotte Motor Speedway was the first modern circuit capable of hosting night events. In 1999, this track became the first having a corporate sponsor, after Lowe's company bought the naming rights.
The first facility to bring homes to the track
Huge LED screen with dimensions of 61×24 meters adorns the race track. It was built in 2010, and it was the largest screen in the world at the time, though this title was taken over by the bigger one built at Texas Motor Speedway. Another interesting fact is that in 1984, Charlotte Motor Speedway became the first sports facility in the US to offer living accommodations after 40 condominiums were built above turn 1.
A view from the condo at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Super modern venue
Today, Charlotte Motor Speedway is a super modern venue with a seating capacity of 94.000. The asphalt track is 2.4 km long, has four turns with a banking of 24 degrees, while the banking on the straights is five degrees. The Dirt track with a clay surface, built in 2000, is also a part of the complex just as zMax Dragway, a modern four-lane drag strip built in 2008.
NASCAR races and All Star weekends occupy the laps of Charlotte Motor Speedway
Once, Charlotte Motor Speedway hosted the IndyCar races, another venue in the hands of Speedways Motorsports Inc. Today, NASCAR Sprint Cup, Xfinity, and Camping World Truck Series are the main racing events every year. Hendrick Motorsports is the most successful at this track so far with 17 victories – Jimmie Johnson has six, Jeff Gordon five, Darrell Waltrip two, while Ken Schrader, Terry Labonte, Casey Mears and Kasey Kahne have one win on their accounts.
Racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway, North Carolina
As Charlotte Motor Speedway is a huge venue, it is well suited for the various non-racing happenings and it is one of the most busiest sports venues in the US. One of the largest car shows in the United States is held twice a year, many exhibitions and fairs also were held at this speedway, as well as many concerts and TV shows. Some movies were filmed at Charlotte Motor Speedway, most notably 'Days of Thunder'.
Horrible crash
Sadly, Charlotte Motor Speedway has also seen some harsh moments. In 1995, Russell Phillips was killed in one of the most awful crashes in the history of racing. The body of the poor 26-year-old racer was literally torn and decapitated, leaving the spectators shocked in disbelief.
Video : Russell Phillips' horrible crash while driving at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Five years later, a pedestrian bridge from the track to the parking collapsed, falling on the highway. Luckily, nobody was killed but more than 100 people were injured. Many of them sued the speedway but most of the lawsuits were settled out of the court.
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A funny thing happened to Mac performance: It stopped making those big strides forward that it used to. Like 1987, when the 16 MHz Mac II blew the doors off the 8 MHz Mac SE with 2.4x its performance, or when the 25 MHz Quadra 700 arrived with over twice the raw power of the 40 MHz Mac IIfx in 1991.
The 1994 migration to PowerPC processors saw another big step forward in performance. The 80 MHz Power Mac 8100 with about 3x the MacBench 2.0 CPU score of the 40 MHz Quadra 840av. Apple's PowerPC era ended with the 2.5 GHz Power Mac G5 Quad.
Dan Bashur recently pointed out how little the Mac has increased in processing power over the past five years or so. Let's dig deeper.
In August 2006, the first Mac Pro replaced the Power Mac G5 Quad, providing 63% more power with its four 3.0 GHz cores as the Quad did with its four 2.5 GHz cores. In April 2007, Apple introduced an 8-core Mac Pro with 49% more power than the 2006 quad-core model.
The 2008 Mac Pro wasn't a big step forward with its piddling 7% increase in processing power, but the 2009 was 44% faster than that, and 2010 saw a power increase of another 34%. The top-end 2012 Mac Pro was a little bit less powerful than the 2010 model it replaced, although the 2013 "trash can" Mac Pro had 32% more raw power than the 2010 Mac Pro.
Over the past five years, then, the Mac Pro has only increased in power by 32%!
Based on Geekbench 4 multi-core results, the top-end Mac Pro improved by 155% from 2008 to 2013, 78% from 2009 to 2014 (there has not been a new model since 2013), and 32% over the past five years.
Once Apple's consumer computer, the iMac has developed a real identity crisis. On the low end, we have some very nice, pretty affordable iMacs with 20″ or so displays. On the top end, we're seeing 27″ 5K resolution models.
From 2007 to 2012 (a five year period), the iMac saw an increase in processing power of 336%. From 2008 to 2013, 297%. From 2009 to 2014, 79% (there was no new model in 2014). From 2010 to 2015, 106%. From 2011 to 2016, again with no new iMac, 57%.
Initial reports are in, and the top end 2.9 GHz 4-core Late 2016 MacBook Pro is coming in 4.4% slower than the fastest 2015 MacBook Pro. Ouch.
Looking at five-year increments, the MacBook Pro saw an amazing 367% jump in raw power from 2008 to 2013, 317% from 2009 to 2014, 204% from 2010 to 2015, and just 39% from 2011 to 2016.
Expect a new model next year with Intel's next generation Kaby Lake architecture and support for more than 16 GB of RAM for the first time on a mobile processor.
The Mac mini has always been out of step with the rest of the Mac line. In 2006, it was the only Mac to ever use an Intel Core Solo CPU. In 2007, it finally made it to a Core 2 Duo CPU after all the other Macs had made that transition in 2006.
Once again looking at five-year periods: 317% improvement from 2009 to 2014, 204% from 2010 to 2015 (no new model), and 39% from 2011 to 2016 (again, no new Mac mini).
The only other model that's been around for more than five years is the MacBook Air, which arrived in January 2008 with a slim enclosure and slim processing power. Over the years, its power has improved.
Looking at five-year periods, the MacBook Air improved by 206% from 2008 through 2013, by 141% from 2009 to 2014, 183% between 2010 and 2015, and 40% from 2011 to 2016, when there was no new model.
In light of the Mac Pro last being updated in 2013, the Mac mini in 2014, and the iMac and MacBook Air in 2015, Apple has really slipped behind the performance curve. You know Dell, HP, Acer, and all the others continue to offer new models at least once a year – and invariably with more power, unlike some of Apple's step backward.
Once upon a time, Moore's Law made it easy to predict that processing power would roughly double every two or three years, quadrupling power over five years or so. As recently as 2015, much of the Apple line was still trending in that direction, but the dearth of new models in 2015 and 2016 means that most Mac users have little excuse to upgrade from their aging gear. Those 2011 Mac in particular marked a big step forward with Intel Core i CPUs.
There are some older powerhouse deals out there, if you're lucky enough to find one at a good price. The quad-core 2012 Mac mini Server is rare but very powerful. The 2013 MacBook Air models are nearly as powerful as their 2015 replacements, but that may also be why few MacBook Air users are upgrading from 2013 units.
If you're into ports, an SDXC slot, and MagSafe, any 15″ or 17″ MacBook Pro from 2011 to 2015 is worth considering. Some people are bound to upgrade to the new model to get that Touch Bar, so be patient.
Any 27″ iMac should be more than enough to make even many power users happy, and the 21.5″ iMacs have some very good values, although with not nearly as much power as the 27-incher. Wait until the first quarter of 2017 – we are due for new iMacs.
As always, get a real Mac Pro, not the black Mac-in-a-can model from 2013. You want expansion slots, internal drive bays, standard USB Type A ports, FireWire, and video output. The Mid 2010 model still supports OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard if you need to use older apps, especially PowerPC software that newer versions of the Mac OS do not support – and you can also install macOS 10.12 Sierra with a modified installer.
1. PC laptops may gain higher performance by using desktop CPUs or RAM. They pay for it in battery life. It works for you depending on whether you use your machine as a laptop or if you use it as a portable desktop.
a. GPU performance has continued to climb. I got a 2016 MBP with the 460 GPU and it's a much larger performance increase over prior GPUs than the Skylake represents over prior CPUs.
b. SSD performance is dramatically faster. In fact, it's pretty much class-leading at this point.
c. I/O performance. Thunderbolt 3 is a solid improvement, and the USB-C form factor means Apple has finally been able to use mainstream connectors and you can do things like hook up to a 5K monitor and actually charge through that same connection.
d. Screen performance. The 2016 15″ has a larger color gamut — i.e. a wider range of colors are displayed — and it's 50% brighter. In a sunny office, the brightness difference is amazing.
3. It is discouraging to still be limited to 16 GB of RAM, which was the max back in 2012. On the other hand, MacOS has adopted RAM compression since then which helps a lot. Still, if I could change one thing about the 2016 MBP, it would be to allow up to 64 GB of RAM. As you mention in the article, Intel simply hasn't been delivering improvements in mobile chips lately, and the RAM limit is also due to that.
Last, this all leaves me wondering if Apple might not build the next MacBook with its own ARM chip, followed by the MacBook Pro in a couple of years. Apple's been increasing its performance advantage in the phone space because of their ARM prowess, so it seems reasonable that they might stage a second CPU revolution and declare their independence from Intel, as they did with the PowerPC before.


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When is a Julian hard cider a Julian hard cider?
The actual business "Julian Hard Cider" may be found by following this link: "julianhardcider.biz". Julian Ciderworks (this site) actually produces Julian hard cider made exclusively with Julian apples. Whereas, the business "Julian Hard Cider" does not primarily make their ciders locally or with Julian fruit. The folks at "Julian Hard Cider" contend that the area may no longer produce enough fruit for their particular goals. From their business perspective, they may be right. But quantity isn't everything. From our perspective, quality is everything. Unfortunately, the confusion in the name stems from the fact that Julian Hard Cider named their company for the product we sell. We feel compelled to nevertheless associate our product with Julian because the fruit produced here locally is uniquely suited to craft hard cider making.
Once upon a time Julian was a highly regarded apple and pear producer. While Julian's arable acreage was not particularly large, there were many productive and interesting orchards in area. The fruit was (and still is) unusually sweet and flavorful. This fact is a result of the consistently intense sun enjoyed by the area—maybe as good as or better than any other apple region in the North America. Julian established its apple gravitas by winning awards for the quality of its apples. The region's reputation for great apple and pear fruit subsequently grew.
Several decades ago apple production in Julian entered a period of decline. The cause was Julian's inability, due to limited arable acreage, to compete with high quantity and lower cost. It makes no difference if the fruit tastes better if a region cannot meet the crushing demand of mass markets. For commodity products, the bigger/cheaper producer will always win. So maybe, if one ignores the possibility of better ciders from better fruit, the folks at the business "Julian Hard Cider" are right. Julian's apple production is limiting.
But the emerging craft hard cider market is different; fruit quality and flavor matters once again. It is our belief that Julian apple production is at its nadir and not at risk of permanently disappearing. The good news is some of the old Julian orchards never really disappeared, they merely went off-line. They are well loved and never unappreciated by their owners. What's new is the growth of regional demand for fruit. San Diego craft breweries are beginning to look to the Julian area for new flavors for their beer. Also, as a direct result of the successful San Diego craft beer market, new San Diego and Julian cideries are coming to pass.
Our cider strategy (Julian Ciderworks) is to focus on the diversity an uniqueness of local orchards. The French call it terroir (that is, the set of environmental factors that affect a crops quality). We can tell the difference between apples of the same variety originating in different orchards. The differences can be dramatic. Hard cider is a fun way to explore and understand those differences.
So come and enjoy authentic Julian hard ciders made from apples (many different heritage apple varieties) off the Kenner Ranch, Ranchita Del Reo, Volcan Mountain Winery, Storum Ranch, Limon Orchard, Fieldstone Farms, and many others. We will soon have 16 different ciders on tap with (in 2015) 42 different apple and pear ciders produced. In 2016 we will have even more.


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The resistance is an exciting game of lying and bluffing and probably the most fun way to destroy friendships.
During game play you are either a member of the Resistance or a spy sent to take down the Resistance. The spies in the game know each other and attempt to thwart the Resistance missions while those in the Resistance must successfully determine who is not a spy to make sure enough missions are successful! If enough missions happen, the Resistance wins. If enough missions are thwarted, the spies win. It sounds simple, but know two games play out the same way.
If you enjoy games that involve bluffing and strategy, you'll probably enjoy The Resistance. This game involves a lot of interaction by everyone playing, as such, there is no downtime when it is not your turn like many traditional games. I enjoy the game with larger groups of people, 8-10 has been the most fun for me. I also enjoy the pure game more without the Plot Cards. I still had fun with the plot cards, but the basic game is enough excitement for me without the plot cards murkying the waters.
The Resistance is a pretty easy game to learn and would be fun for groups of family and friends of all types! I highly recommend it!
I played this game multiple times as a teenager. My stepfather at the time owned the game and taught me to play.
It was easy enough to learn and immensely fun to play. My only complaint about the game is that because it is an old game and has not been remade it is both difficult to find a complete game in working order and the computer in the tower often messes up gameplay. I agree with another review post that is hoping for a remake of the game!
Because of the tower in the game and the old-school but well-done artistry, it has a very nice fantasy world feel to it. The tower makes you feel more immersed in the game as well as adds the exciting element of chance, luck, and the unknown. Each game truly is an adventure of sorts!
There are a lot of small pieces to the game, and if you are not careful, they are easy to lose. Also, over time, the cardboard pieces (like the scorecards) get worn easily.
In the end it is an exciting game that would be AMAZING remade but is still incredibly fun if you can get your hands on a working, complete original.
I have only played this game once to date, but I look forward to the opportunity to play more.
Initially, there is a bit of a learning curve to overcome because there are a lot of parts to playing the game. It helped us to have an experienced player present to explain the basics and then we moved into learning as we played with his guidance. As we played through our game, we were able to move at a faster pace and get a better feel for the strategy.
We played the A-Side of the city cards for our first time through. Using that side was complicated enough, so I would recommend sticking to the A-Side for a few play-throughs before moving to the more complex B-Side of the city cards.
Once you get into the game, there are so many different ways to get victory points to try to win the game that it becomes obvious that your strategy should adjust to the number of players, the city you are playing, and even how the game itself is playing out.
The best advice I can give is to keep an eye on your neighbors!! Their play often directly affects your playing and chances to win!
The worst part of this game is the initial learning curve. It took me all of the 1.5 times I have played this game to even start to get a feel for how it works; I still have remaining questions, but I think I understand the basics.
Once you get past the learning curve and start to play, you quickly see that this game has a lot of potential and will never be exactly the same game twice. It has a game board that evolves differently each time the game is played, multiple story lines that can occur, and a number of different characters you can play with different strengths and weaknesses.
The game definitely requires patience and it might not be a great game for anyone below the age of 12 or so. But it is totally a cool game for a group of people that enjoy a good story, a little mystery, and the fun of playing games with your friends.
I almost always lose this game. Even so, I have a fabulous time playing.
The premise is easy, to build a path for your game piece to move around on the board using tiles. While building this path you want to avoid others and avoid the edge of the board. If you are the last person on the board, you win!!
This gets difficult the more people who play, but also much more interesting. Do you try to circle around in a corner? Do you aim for the opposite side and hope no one gets in your way? Each game is different!
Maybe it was because this was the first Catan game that I played, but I wasn't that excited by this game. I played once during a game night and lost resoundingly. I did not have time to master the strategy of the game, but I started to get a feel for the mistakes I was making and how I could play better in future games. Unfortunately, I have not yet had the desire to play again.
The rules are a bit complex, so expect your first time to be a process of learning the finer details. It helped my first time to have some experienced players in the group.
I did appreciate the very "Star Trek" feel of the game. I did feel like I was working towards space exploration goals. So that's a plus!
This is a fun game that can take on different play styles depending on who you are playing with. With close friends and family, you can get more "cut throat" and use inside jokes to try to win. With more casual friends, you may try to be more generally humorous or obvious.
Apples to Apples is a really easy game to learn and is quick to open and move to play almost immediately. It is sage for casual friends and easy and safe for younger players.
I enjoy almost all games. I do well at word games, enjoy but get frustrated occasionally by trivia games, really enjoy card games, etc. Mainly I enjoy playing any game at least once, and I love to use gaming as a way to have fun with friends and family as well as a means to meet new, really cool people!


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Sixers 107, Jazz 86: Four'N Twenty Minutes of Good Basketball
Ben Simmons gave the Utah Jazz "The Great Australian Taste" as the Sixers rolled to a 21-point win on Monday.
By Roy Burton@TheBSLine Nov 20, 2017, 9:57pm EST
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The third and fourth quarters of the Philadelphia 76ers' 107-86 victory over the Utah Jazz tonight were highly entertaining. Ben Simmons scored 22 of his career-high 27 points (to go along with his 10 rebounds) during the final two periods, and J.J. Redick followed up a scoreless first half by finishing the night with 20 points.
The highlight of the final 24 minutes? Well... I'll let someone else tell it...
Embiid blocks Mitchell's shot and yells "Get that shit out of here" after Mitchell falls to the ground. Mitchell gets up and shoves Embiid to the ground. The crowd goes crazy chanting 'MVP" and "Trust the Process"
— Keith Pompey (@PompeyOnSixers) November 21, 2017
The scene: Jazz rookie guard Donovan Mitchell (who subscribes to the "shooters shoot" philosophy) went full YOLO mode in the closing minutes of the 4th quarter, and tried to drive on Joel Embiid. As you can tell by Keith Pompey's tweet, it did not end well.
The STUFF.
The STARE.
The SHOVE.
Joel Embiid, ladies and gentlemen. pic.twitter.com/qkI6PbS3Bo
— NBC Sports Philadelphia (@NBCSPhilly) November 21, 2017
Embiid (15 points, 11 rebounds, 1 soul of an adult NBA player) and Mitchell dapped it up at half-court following the final buzzer, so all is well... until JoJo fires off that Instagram post later tonight.
The first half of tonight's game? All I can say is that... it was 24 minutes of basketball, and definitely not of the good variety. Both teams combined to shoot 2-for-20 from beyond (Jazz - 2/12, Sixers - 0/8). More importantly, both teams had 3-plus minute stretches where they didn't make a field goal of any sort.
The Sixers' bench played well in the first two quarters, led by 8 points by T.J. McConnell (who was surprisingly aggressive on offense) and a surprising 6 points and 6 boards from Amir Johnson. Johnson finished the evening with eight points, 13 rebounds, four blocks, and some pretty good defense against the Jazz bigs.
Brett Brown's squad won every quarter on the scoreboard, completely dominated the glass (55 to 34), and literally never trailed after taking a 9-7 lead midway through the first quarter. Sans Rudy Gobert, the Jazz are a team that the Sixers should handle fairly easily, and that's pretty much what happened tonight.
It's a new era, ladies and gentlemen. The Sixers are highly dependent on their starters to provide the offense, yet on a night when three (Embiid, Dario Saric, Robert Covington) of them all shot less than 50 percent, the team still put up 107 points.
The good guys are back at it on Wednesday when the Portland Trail Blazers pay a visit to the Wells Fargo Center.
Six(ers) Notes:
Is it a coincidence that Simmons set a new career-high on the same night that the Sixers announced that they agreed to a partnership with an Australian meat pie company? I THINK NOT.
We're pumped to announce @FOURNTWENTY partnership with the @sixers Our traditional beef pies available courtside now.#4N20sixers pic.twitter.com/Vlp26iDbdk
— FOUR'N TWENTY (@FOURNTWENTY) November 20, 2017
The Jazz are terrible.
.@utahjazz 36 first-half points are fewest @sixers have allowed in game's first 24 minutes since Dec. 11 2016 at Detroit.
— Sixers Stats (@SixersStats) November 21, 2017
At the end of the first quarter, the Sixers' bench had 16 points. Conversely, every member of the Jazz had a combined 15 points.
J.J. Redick still isn't getting super-clean looks on his jumpers. He finished with a solid 20 points, but it seems like the team/coaching staff could do a bit more to get him better shots.
No, seriously... the Jazz are terrible. They shot 35.3 percent from the floor, and their "offense" is a mess. It's hard to imagine that this is the same team that put up 125 against the Orlando Magic two nights ago.
.@utahjazz 63 points are the fewest the @sixers have allowed through three quarters since March 17, 2017 vs. Dallas.
The Sixers swept the Jazz in a season series for the first time since the Reagan Administration. Marc Zumoff said it, so I believe it. #TempleMade


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When buyers are deciding to select a B2B e-commerce solution mostly, they are concerned about certain questions such as the real cost of a B2B e-commerce platform and the features they have and if they are reliable and have user reviews. In this article will have a look at the comparison between Shopify VS Big commerce.
Just like with the other software solutions it is essential to look out for features and functionality. By all means, a good e-commerce platform should be able to support processes, workflows, and the requirements which matter to your business. The most common features of Bigcommerce include email integration, API, Mobile access and phone and online support while Shopify features include product catalog, online action management, online order management and order processing, and confirmation.
To understand the exact price of a B2B e-commerce solution can be very hard. Since the overall price includes customization cost, software license, hardware costs, subscription fees, and other services. When you're considering the overall cost of ownership, you should first consider all of these costs.
The pricing of Bigcommerce begins from 25$ every month per user, and Shopify prices begin from 29$ ever month per user. Both of the e-commerce platforms are rated the same, and they provide lesser cost as compared to other e-commerce solutions.
Product management in Shopify is intuitive and straightforward. Every segment of the product is well separated to making things easy to understand. You can freely categorize your products, set the shipping costs and even set different colors of different products After you have enough products in your database Shopify then displays them in a table which you can later optimize them.
If you are new and starting out and you want a platform with fewer features and a great design, then you should opt for Shopify. If you want growth in your business, various features and an unlimited number of product descriptions, then you go with Big Commerce.


"A day in the life of Senator Amidala!"
The Clone Wars: Agenda is a short, six-page webcomic in The Clone Wars webcomic series. Posted on StarWars.com on October 14, 2008, Agenda leads directly into The Clone Wars television series episode "Destroy Malevolence". The comic was written by Pablo Hidalgo, illustrated and colored by Katie Cook, and lettered by Grant Gould. Agenda is about the Naboo Senator Padmé Amidala being assigned by Supreme Chancellor Palpatine of the Republic on a secret mission to the Kaliida Nebula to negotiate with the surrender of the InterGalactic Banking Clan.
Padmé looks through datapack after datapack searching for any reference to the Malevolence or the Resoloute but to no avail, C-3PO asks her if she is all right. Suddenly Jar Jar runs in with more datapacks and Padmé asks what he had to do to get them, and he says that he arranged a meeting with TriNebulon News. Padmé goes to the meeting and is informed that Rodia is under attack. She is contacted by Palpatine and asks to go to Rodia, but he instead sends her to the Kaliida Nebula. On Rodia, Onaconda Farr surmises that they "are truly alone".
Palpatine requests Amidala travels to Rodia.
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ГЕС Ténglóngqiáo II (腾龙桥二级水电站) — гідроелектростанція на півдні Китаю у провінції Юньнань. Знаходячись перед ГЕС Làzhài, становить дев'ятий ступінь каскаду на річці Швелі (в Китаї носить назву Long Chuan), великій лівій притоці Іраваді (протікаюча майже виключно у М'янмі одна з найбільших річок Південно-Східної Азії, яка впадає кількома рукавами до Андаманського моря та Бенгальської затоки).

В межах проекту річку перекрили бетонною греблею висотою 58 метрів, довжиною 159 метрів та шириною по гребеню 9 метрів. Вона утримує водосховище з об'ємом 38,9 млн м3 (під час повені до 45,4 млн м3) та припустимим коливанням рівня поверхні у операційному режимі між позначками 1134 та 1146 метрів НРМ (у випадку повені до 1149 метрів НРМ).

Пригреблевий машинний зал обладнали трьома турбінами загальною потужністю 81 МВт, які забезпечують виробництво 365 млн кВт-год електроенергії на рік.

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A common question is "What Kind of Compost Bin Should I Buy?" I have the Compact Compostumbler which composts in large batches. Here is a picture with the tumbler open and half full of compost.
So I advertised this composter through Amazon Affiliates. The Compact Compostumbler has not been available on Amazon. So this presented a dilemma to me. Do I advertise another compostumbler that I haven't even used that is consistently available?? I think that happens plenty on the internet, people advertising products that they haven't used.
I have prided myself that on my blog anything that I have recommended I have used myself. So I had decided that I won't worry about making any commission off the Compostumbler and I am not choosing another one to advertise to replace it because I really think that the Compact Compost Tumbler is one of the very best large batch composters! It is expensive but it is well worth it because of its ease of use.
Great News–Now Available on Amazon!
The Compostumbler is again available on Amazon. Just click on the link compostumbler. One of my readers just bought one!
Check out this wire compost bin as an alternative. It is a lot cheaper but it doesn't turn. I have had great success with it composting leaves and garden refuse but I haven't put kitchen scraps in it.
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Canadian Cancer Survivor Network/Connect/About the Canadian Cancer Survivor Network/Advisory Councils/Survivorship and Rehabilitation Advisory Council
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Murray Shaw
As a business strategist working in Chicago, Murray Shaw underwent colon cancer surgery in 2002 and suddenly discovered what survivorship is really about. Once recovered and working in Zurich in 2003, he worked hard to rehabilitate himself back to the competitive marathon runner he had been for over 40 years, but struggled to get fit. It turned out that he had Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia, a rare Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, which was supressing his production red blood cells, among other things.
Fifteen years, four sets of chemotherapy and an autologous stem cell transplant later, he continues to focus on fitness, an active life, and membership in a number of support groups aimed at helping people cope with cancer. He regards cancer and its management as his "hobby" – something very interesting and important to him, but not something to be obsessed about.
Kim Winchcombe
"I was born in the UK to British Military parents, who were stationed all over the world. I went to British Girls Military School in London, and then emigrated to Canada in 1977.
I was diagnosed with Stage 3 DCIS in January 2002, and had a mastectomy, chemo, and radiation. I then opted for a second mastectomy and reconstruction.
I am working in municipal government, and am a mother to two girls and currently grandmother to three boys."
About the CCSN Survivorship and Rehabilitation Advisory Council
CCSN is establishing a Survivorship and Rehabilitation Advisory Council to help direct our work on behalf of cancer survivors and their families.
The Survivorship and Rehabilitation Advisory Council of the Canadian Cancer Survivor Network will provide expert advice to the Board and CEO. It is made up of cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, family members and healthcare professionals interested in working hand in hand with patients.
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Eton Boys Club – Part 2 →
The Eton college mission arrived in Hackney Wick in 1880. At the time is was widely reported that "The boy problem" where each year the youth were sent out without aid, sympathy or help from the state, with only the church or private help available.
The "boy problem" was widely recognised on both sides of the Atlantic. London and New York was a hotbed of "gangy tendencies" which was regarded as a natural tendency of childhood to adolescence. So the issue was how to manage this "Tendency" and the solution was to change the anarchic clandestine gang into a well organised and highly visible club. To this day we constantly hear of the same issues that gang members require mentors, people to look up to and a place to belong.In 1880s New York philanthropists failed to manage the gangs, however here in London churches, colleges and schools began to set up clubs and the Eton college mission arrived in Hackney Wick in 1880. Eton college undertook to staff and pay for the Eton Mission before the more famous Oxford and Cambridge universities arrived in the mid 1880s.
Toynbee Hall in Commercial Street was started by Balliol College Oxford in 1884 where Pierre de Coubertain the founder of the modern day Olympics visited on several occasions in the 1880s as part of his research to improve educational practises.
"The moral force of a gentleman's company did as much if not more than practical and financial help".
The Eton Mission was the size of the Eton college playing fields and was located in between Hackney Marsh and the North London railway. The area at this time was described as being of "the very poorest class".The Eton mission boys club was located in Mallard Street and was described as a "rough boys club" so in 1883 a more gentler club was formed from the mission Sunday school and setup in nearby Selwyn Street and both clubs eventually merged to form the Eton Mission boys club.
Old Etonian EMS Pilkington wrote "I have searched Moggs guide to London and have set of for Victoria Park station".
Many of the Etonian students who came to Hackney Wick lived in nearby Polver street accommodation….part to coming shortly.


Buying a home is the biggest financial investment most people will make in their lifetime, so it's important to protect your investment and be sure the changes you're making to your property are going to add to its value rather than damage it. Follow these top tips from property investment company Quick Move Now to make sure your home improvements will also improve your property's value.
Kitchens and bathroom makeovers are always a winner…as long as they're done well: The key here is doing it well! Fixtures and fittings should be high quality and in a classic style that will not date quickly. Kitchens have increasingly become the centre of the family home, and the time and money homeowners invest in this area reflect that importance. Keep the expensive features (worktops, flooring, bathroom suite) neutral with broad appeal, then add some personal style with accessories and less expensive features that can be updated regularly.
Adding space will always add value: Adding square footage to your property will always add value, and if you can create a whole extra room, even better! Developments in technology have meant that work is no longer reserved for the office, and many homeowners are now demanding home office space, so any extra living space that could be converted to a home office, or a playroom for families with young children, will have a big impact when it comes to property value.
Home makeover: Some properties do not have a specific problem, they're perhaps just looking a little tired and 'lived in'. If that's the case a general surface level makeover can really help when it comes to value and saleability. Choosing hard-wearing, high quality flooring and neutral shades for walls will broaden the property's appeal and leave it feeling fresh and welcoming.
Landscape any outdoor space: Outdoor space is becoming increasingly important in the world of architecture and home design. Homeowners are increasingly keen to remove the barriers between indoor and outdoor space, and gardens are progressively being used as additional relaxation space all year round. Landscaping any outdoor space will undoubtedly add value to your property as you're offering an attractive additional space in which to relax and socialise. A useable outdoor room in terms of a home office or garden room is also a fantastic addition to any property and an investment that is highly welcomed by prospective buyers.
The key to all these jobs is to only undertake them yourself if you have the relevant skills. Badly attempted DIY and bodged decorating can have the opposite effect and actually decrease the value of your property, so unless you're sure it's a job you can carry out yourself (to a high standard!) it's time to get in the professionals.


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Q: Apply na.locf to multiple datasets I have multiple datasets (Eg: data01, data02..). In all these datasets, I want to apply na.locf to var1, and create a new variable 'var2' from the locf applied 'var1'. I tried using the following code:
L=list(data01,data02)
for (i in L){i$var2 <- na.locf(i$var1)}
However, when I try to read the locf column using code:
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The result given is NULL.

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*in the question i is a copy of each data frame so L is not changed.  Index into L to ensure that it is the data frame in L that is changed.

*use na.locf0 or equivalently na.locf(..., na.rm = FALSE) to ensure that the output is the same length as the input

*the data01 and data02 in L are copies of data01 and data02 and modifying one does not modify the other. That is why you get NULL.

Using the built-in BOD data frame to construct sample input:
library(zoo)

# construct sample input
BOD1 <- BOD2 <- BOD
BOD1$Time[c(1, 3)] <- BOD2$Time[c(3, 5)] <- NA
L <- list(BOD1, BOD2)

for(i in seq_along(L)) L[[i]]$Time2 <- na.locf0(L[[i]]$Time)

giving:
str(L)
List of 2
 $ :'data.frame':       6 obs. of  3 variables:
  ..$ Time  : num [1:6] NA 2 NA 4 5 7
  ..$ demand: num [1:6] 8.3 10.3 19 16 15.6 19.8
  ..$ Time2 : num [1:6] NA 2 2 4 5 7
  ..- attr(*, "reference")= chr "A1.4, p. 270"
 $ :'data.frame':       6 obs. of  3 variables:
  ..$ Time  : num [1:6] 1 2 NA 4 NA 7
  ..$ demand: num [1:6] 8.3 10.3 19 16 15.6 19.8
  ..$ Time2 : num [1:6] 1 2 2 4 4 7
  ..- attr(*, "reference")= chr "A1.4, p. 270"

Any of these would also work and instead of modifying L produce a new list:
L2 <- lapply(L, function(x) { x$Time2 <- na.locf0(x$Time); x })

L3 <- lapply(L, transform, Time2 = na.locf0(Time))

If your aim is to modify BOD1 and BOD2 as opposed to creating a list with the modified BOD1 and BOD2 then the following would do that (although it is usually better to organize objects in a list if you intend to iterate over them) rather than leave them loose in the global environment.
nms <- c("BOD1", "BOD2")
for(nm in nms) assign(nm, transform(get(nm), Time2 = na.locf0(Time)))

or
nms <- c("BOD1", "BOD2")
for(nm in nms) .GlobalEnv[[nm]]$Time2 <- na.locf0(.GlobalEnv[[nm]]$Time2)

or other variations.

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C. G. Jung had a lifelong interest in the paranormal that culminated in his influential theory of synchronicity. Combining extracts taken from the Collected Works; letters; the autobiographical Memories, Dreams, Reflections; and transcripts of seminars, Jung on Synchronicity and the Paranormal sets out clearly his seminal contribution to our understanding of this controversial area. In his introduction, Roderick Main discusses Jung's encounters with and observations of the paranormal, the influences that contributed to his theory of synchronicity, and the central ideas of the theory itself. The selections include Jung's writings on mediumistic trance phenomena, spirits and hauntings, anomalous events in the development and practice of analytical psychology, and the divinatory techniques of astrology and the I Ching. The book also features Jung's most lucid account of his theory in the form of his short essay "On Synchronicity," and a number of Jung's less-known writings on parapsychology, his astrological experiment, and the relationship between mind and body.
Jung on Synchronicity and the Paranormal addresses subjects that were fundamental to Jung's personal and professional development. Probing deeply into the theory of synchronicity, Roderick Main clarifies issues that have long been a source of confusion to Jung's readers.
Roderick Main is a Visiting Professor at the Centre for Psychoanalytic Studies, University of Essex.


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Ged Kenslea October 13, 2020 Press Release
Yes on 21: Big Real Estate's No on Prop. 21 Campaign Keeps Trying to Trick and Confuse California Voters
Yes on 21 campaign files a cease & desist letter with several broadcast television stations over a "False and misleading No on Proposition 21 TV spot featuring Gov. Gavin Newsom entitled "Go Backward"
LOS ANGELES (October 13, 2020) Once again, the Yes on Prop. 21 campaign is fighting back against Big Real Estate's constant lies and deceit in its multi-million-dollar effort to kill Proposition 21, a November ballot measure that will allow cities to enact or expand rent control policies that limit rent increases and help keep families in their homes. Wall Street landlords Blackstone Group, Essex Property Trust, and Equity Residential, among other publicly traded real estate investment trusts, are the leading contributors and decision makers behind the No on Prop 21 campaign.
"The real estate industry has long been known for doing whatever it takes to make bigger profits. So, we're not surprised that Wall Street landlords are up to their dirty tricks again," said René Christian Moya, campaign director, Yes On 21 campaign and director of Housing Is A Human Right. "But we're always going to fight back and hold them accountable—and stand up for California's 17 million renters. That's what Proposition 21 is all about."
Prop 21 will put limits on unfair, sky-high rent increases, rein in corporate landlord greed, and prevent homelessness. Top experts at USC, UCLA, and UC Berkeley agree that sensible rent limits are key for stabilizing California's housing affordability crisis. It's why U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, labor and civil rights icon Dolores Huerta, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, the California Democratic Party, the Los Angeles Times, and California's housing justice movement have thrown their full support behind Prop 21.
Last week, the Yes on 21 campaign sent a letter to California broadcast station managers, noting that claims made in a No on Prop 21 TV ad featuring Governor Gavin Newsom are "false and misleading, recklessly disregard the truth, and confuse voters as to the actual effect of Proposition 21." The Yes on 21 campaign requested that station managers stop airing the commercial.
(Read the full October 8, 2020 cease & desist letter from the Yes on 21 campaign here.)
No on Prop 21's deceptive advertisement is yet another instance of Wall Street landlords — such as Blackstone Group CEO and billionaire Stephen Schwarzman, Equity Residential co-founder and billionaire Sam Zell (pictured above, left), and Essex Property Trust CEO Mike Schall (pictured above, right) — trying to pull a fast one on California voters.
The Yes on 21 campaign's cease and desist letter prompted a swift, if deceptive response letter from Prop. 21 opponents' lawyers refuting Prop. 21's assertions about the 'No' side's TV spot featuring clips of Gov. Newsom. The 'Yes on 21' campaign countered in an October 12th letter to the broadcast TV stations.
Recently, Yes on 21 also filed a formal complaint with California's Fair Political Practices Commission and a lawsuit in the Superior Court of Los Angeles County, charging that No on Prop 21: Californians to Protect Affordable Housing and No on Prop 21: Californians for Responsible Housing sponsored by the California Apartment Association had violated the Political Reform Act by engaging in money-laundering activities.
"They appear to be playing a shell game here," said Dr. Trent Lange, executive director of the nonpartisan California Clean Money Campaign, who is not affiliated with Yes on 21. "It's something that voters should take into account."
(Read: "Yes on Prop 21 Sues Big Real Estate to Stop Repeated Dirty Tricks.")
The Fair Political Practices Commission is now investigating the possibly illegal fundraising methods used by No on Prop 21: Californians for Responsible Housing sponsored by the California Apartment Association. The California Apartment Association and its CEO Tom Bannon have a long, sordid history of using strong-arm tactics and deception to stop renter protections throughout the state.
In addition, the Yes on 21 campaign successfully sued the No on Prop 21 campaign to stop a lawsuit filed against California Secretary of State Alex Padilla's office seeking to suppress three statements in the ballot argument in support of Proposition 21, also known as the Rental Affordability Act (RAA). These statements—which Judge Laurie M. Earl upheld in her ruling—include backers' statements in the ballot argument that:
Proposition 21 "Protects single-family homeowners"
Proposition 21 "Encourages the construction of new homes"
Proposition 21 "Provides reasonable and predictable rent increases"
Yet the No on Prop 21 campaign continues to roll out that same deceitful messaging, bankrolled by the Big Real Estate's millions, to stop Proposition 21.
"Stephen Schwarzman and Sam Zell are clearly scared that Proposition 21 will pass in California. It's why they're resorting, once again, to their usual tricks and deceptions," added Moya. "We have complete confidence that Californians will not be fooled, and they will vote 'yes' on Proposition 21."
Housing Is A Human Right (HHR) is the housing advocacy division of AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), and the leading sponsor of Proposition 21.
Proposition 21 is sponsored by Homeowners & Tenants United, with significant funding by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. To learn more, visit yeson21ca.org and housinghumanright.org.


We've provided information to help you find a bike that's right for you! Thanks to our public bike share system, it's easier than ever to ride a bike without owning one.
Every bike comes with pros and cons. Follow these steps to find a bike that you enjoy riding, feels comfortable, and meets your needs.
Speak with friends, neighbors, or people you see passing by on a bike. Ask them if they'll share their experiences, what they considered when getting a bike, and any tips they have for you.
A used bike will cost less than a new bike of the same quality and ride just as well.
You'll also need to buy things like lights and a lock. Factor those into your budget. Ask shops if they offer discounts on extra parts and accessories purchased when you buy a bike. Don't forget batteries for the lights.
If comfort is your priority, consider an upright bike. If speed is your priority, consider a road bike. Want a mix of speed and comfort? A hybrid may be right for you. Consider a step-through or mixte frame if you don't want to or can't lift your leg over a high top bar, like on a road bike. Folding bikes can go wherever you go. If you can't sit up on a typical bike seat, look into recumbent bicycles. Consider a tandem if you want to ride with a friend. Tandems are also great for biking with people who don't have good balance or can't see well.
Remember, bikes don't have genders! Find what works for you.
What will you use the bike for?
Will you bike just for trips around your neighborhood? For commuting? For errands and grocery shopping? Will you be biking with small children?
Consider all of these things before choosing your bike. Be mindful of parts that you may want to add later, like a basket, a rack, saddle bags, child seats, etc.
If you plan to run errands by bike you'll probably need to carry things. Look for bikes with braze-on mounts so that you can easily add racks. Otherwise, you'll need to use p-clamps.
While Boston is pretty flat, you'll want gears to help with hills. Generally, 3 to 8 gears should be enough.
On bikes with external gearing, the number of gears (or speeds) is determined by multiplying the number of sprockets on the front by the number of sprockets on the back. For example, a 21-speed bike has 3 sprockets in the front and 7 in the back.
Internal gear hubs can offer the same flexibility as external gears, with less hassle. There will be a higher upfront cost, but internal gears need less maintenance over time. They also allow you to shift while stopped, which is helpful if you want to shift to a lower gear while waiting at a red light.
Where will you store your bike?
If you'll be storing your bike inside and up stairs, be sure to consider the weight of a bicycle. If you have homeowner's or renter's insurance, check to see if your bike is covered.
You'll probably need to visit a bike shop at least once per year for a tune-up. Find a shop with friendly staff that fits your budget, and where you feel comfortable asking questions.
Bikes come in different sizes and styles. Frames cannot be adjusted! Make sure the bike frame fits your body. When riding, you should be able to sit on your seat and comfortably reach the handlebars and pedals.
If you're buying a bike with a diamond frame, you can gauge the fit by standing over the bike. The top bar should be about 1-2 inches (3-5 centimeters) from your body.
Find the top of your hip. Stand next to the bike and raise the seat until it's at the top of your hip.
Proper seat height is an important part of protecting your knees. On most bikes, you should not be able to rest your feet on the ground while sitting on the seat.
You can start with your seat lower and work your way up. Alternatively, consider a crank-forward bike if you always want to have the option of putting your feet on the ground.
Try out a few different bikes before you invest in one.
Your saddle should get more comfortable over time. Aside from that, anything that's extremely uncomfortable during a test ride is going to be uncomfortable during every other ride.
Test the bike in a variety of situations. Check the brakes; come to a complete stop a few times. Test the gears; ride up an incline or two. Feel for bumps; ride over some uneven pavement.
As you ride your bike more you'll probably want to make small adjustments. For example, bike seats can move up/down, forward/backward, and be tilted at various angles. If something starts to feel off, make an adjustment.
Boston's public bike share system allows you to grab a bike near your home, office, or school and pedal your way to eat lunch, go shopping, take classes, or visit friends and family.
don't know how to or don't want to worry about maintaining a bike.
Keep reading for a brief overview of how to use Boston's bike share. Learn more at boston.gov/bike-share.
Day passes can be purchased at any bike share station and via the mobile app. Monthly and annual memberships may be purchased online. Low-income residents of Boston may be eligible for a discounted membership.
Find a bike at a nearby station. Bikes and docks are distributed at stations across metro-Boston. View a map of stations at boston.gov/bike-share-map.
Bikes adjust to fit people of all sizes and come with a rack to carry your belongings. Get a ride code from the station kiosk or app, or use your member key (or associated credit card) to unlock a bike.
Thirty-minute rides are included with your pass or membership. Rides over 30 minutes incur additional fees.
Dock your bike at any station. Wait for the green light to make sure it's locked. Ride as many times as you want while your pass or membership is active.
Biking is a fun way to spend time with family and friends. If you want to bring children with you, there are a few options for doing so. Remember, anyone 16 years old or younger must wear a helmet when biking.
Attach a trailer to the back of your bike and you'll be able to tow one or two children along with you. Trailers are low to the ground, so you'll need to add a flag or two to help other people know it's there.
While they do provide a comfortable space for children to sit, they make your bike longer and wider. Practice riding with some inanimate cargo before your first ride with children.
Trailer bikes attach to your seat post and give a child the experience of riding their own bike. They can pedal or coast along with you. Add flags to help others see the child.
You can carry children who are one or older in a baby seat. Some seats are designed to go in the front of the bike, others are designed to go in the back. If the child is in front, you'll have to reach around them. If they're in the back they won't see as much. Ultimately the decision is up to you.
When a child is ready to ride on their own, get them their own bike. You may want to have them ride in front of you so that they're always in sight. Start on park paths and residential streets then work up to busier roads.
Balance bikes are great for children who are just learning to ride. The bikes don't have pedals. Children build their skills by sitting on the bike with their feet steadily on the ground, then pushing off and balancing for short distances.


The Oakland Athletics have been scuffling offensively, averaging less than 3 1/2 runs over their past 21 games. Still, the Athletics hold a 3 1/2-game lead over the visiting Texas Rangers atop the American League West entering Sunday's finale of a three-game series between the division rivals. Oakland's bullpen has been a great equalizer, with closer Grant Balfour converting 29 of 30 save chances and Ryan Cook and Sean Doolittle riding scoreless streaks of 10 and nine appearances, respectively.
Rangers slugger Nelson Cruz is expected to be suspended Monday for his involvement in the Biogenesis scandal, so the right fielder may have played his last game of the season after a leg injury forced him out of Saturday's 4-2 loss. Craig Gentry is the leading candidate to pick up the bulk of Cruz's playing time in the outfield. Although he's enjoyed great success against the Athletics with a .353 average in 68 at-bats, Gentry has only three homers in parts of three seasons.
PITCHING MATCHUP: Rangers LH Derek Holland (8-6, 3.18 ERA) vs. Athletics RH A.J. Griffin (10-7, 3.90).
Holland lost his first two starts coming out of the All-Star break when the Rangers scored a combined one run, but the bullpen cost him a win last time out even though he did allow four runs in six innings versus the Los Angeles Angels. Holland has made 13 appearances (nine starts) against Oakland, posting a 4-2 mark and 2.97 ERA. That included a no-decision on May 14, when he gave up four runs in 5 2/3 innings.
Griffin won his second straight start despite coughing up three homers over seven innings in a 9-4 victory versus Toronto last time. He has been stung by the long ball all season, particularly in three outings after the All-Star break when he surrendered eight of his 26 homers. Griffin gave up two runs in 5 1/3 innings at Texas on June 20 and is 1-0 with a 3.00 ERA in four career starts against the Rangers.
1. Texas' power hitters, Cruz and Adrian Beltre, are each 2-for-9 with zero extra-base hits against Griffin.
2. Athletics 3B Josh Donaldson is 5-for-8 lifetime against Holland.
3. Rangers 2B Elvis Andrus is riding a 16-game hitting streak, the longest current stretch in the majors.


Conducted evaluation study of the Virtual Computing Environment implementation in community colleges. Duties include developing surveys, collecting data, and conducting statistical analyses.
Developed a competency-based selection system for new employees, including structured interview (behavioral and situational) and work sample components.
Revalidated North Carolina State Highway Patrol's system for selecting troopers, conducted interviews and developed surveys to collect and analyze job analytic data for all job titles, and developed new performance competencies for Trooper position.
Collected and interpreted personality, leadership effectiveness, and 360-degree feedback data, set data-driven goals, monitored goal-progress, and evaluated change for an executive client.
Developed and evaluated various learning initiatives; specific duties include developing surveys, collecting data, carrying out a pilot study, and conducting literature reviews.
I am a recent graduation from North Carolina State University with a PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Much of my graduate research is quantitatively focused and I am comfortable with a wide range of analytical methodologies (e.g., regression, structural equation modeling, multi-level modeling). In addition, my applied work have given me the opportunity to utilize my training in real world contexts, in areas such as survey design, job analysis, competency modeling, personnel selection, and leadership development.
I am seeking a position where I can continue to develop my skills as a both a consultant and a researcher in an organization that values quantitative analysis and empirically defensible solutions.
Published three articles in refereed, professional journals.
Contributed chapter to book (in progress) on work measurement and analysis.
Leader or Co-leader of nine research paper presentations at major professional conferences including the Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Asia Academy of Management (Tokyo), and the Academy of Management.
Authored two technical reports on employee selection system validation and job analysis procedures.
Complete listing and documentation available upon request.


A basket full of Arbonne Rescue and Renew!
You know what I want under my tree? A big old basket full of Arbonne Rescue and Renew products. I could use a lot of rescuing and renewing, that's for sure! Arbonne has everything I need to rescue and renew me from head to toe and while the whole collection makes for an amazing gift, even just one of these items brings a great big smile of relief.
If you have large, congested pores, Rescue & Renew Detox Face Mask ($44) comes to the rescue. This is a creamy French pink clay mask that goes on wet then pulls out dirt and oil as it dries, closing up those pores and making them look smaller in the process.
As the mask dries, you can actually see where the concentration of dirt and yucky stuff is – it's fascinating. The formula uses an oil-pulling technology with 5 self-neutralizing acids to clean skin and leave it looking brighter, plus it has rosemary oil which is very hydrating so skin stays wonderfully moisturized. This is a terrific face mask with great ingredients that lives up to Rescue and Renew name!
The Rescue Renew Detox Body Wash ($32) is a lovely, citrus-y smelling body wash that leaves skin cleansed and detoxed yet moist and hydrated at the same time. I always have problems in the winter with dry, itchy skin but whenever I use this body wash my skin feels great. The citrus scent comes from grapefruit and orange essential oils, and the formula also has two excellent skin conditioning agents – alfalfa and chicory root extracts.
I think this is a perfect body wash for winter since it takes of dry, itchy skin and it's especially good for morning showers because that citrus scent wakes you up and gets you in a great mood for the rest of the day.
I absolutely love body oils and the Arbonne Rescue & Renew Detox Oil ($50) has gone to the top of my favorites list. It has a lovely scent with aromatic essential oils including orange, lavender, anise, and bergamot. It makes for a terrific massage oil but I use this in the mornings after a shower when my skin is still a little damp. Rescue & Renew Detox Oil has grape seed oil which is so good for skin…it keeps it nice and firm, and it also has sesame seed oil which helps reduce the appearance of cellulite.
The ingredients are truly top-notch.
Rescue & Renew Detox Oil is a great alternative to body lotion because it's not sticky or gooey. This is a wonderful gift to give or receive!
For those who love the basics, lotion is a great choice – skin can always use some rescuing with a little body lotion! The Rescue and Renew Detox Body Lotion ($36) features anise seed oil, which brightens dull skin, along with vitamin B5 for softening and smoothing. This is a shea butter-based lotion but it's still light and fluffy, and it smells wonderful thanks to the orange, lavender, anise and bergamot essential oils.
Even though it's light and fluffy it still works wonders on my crazy dry feet. I slather a bunch on at night then cover my feet with cozy socks and in the morning I have heels and toes to be proud of.
A long, soaky bath is a sure way to rescue and renew after a tough day, especially if you fill your tub with Rescue and Renew Detox Soak ($38) These sea salt crystal dissolve quickly and soften the water as well as your skin. They get rid of surface impurities from skin leaving it nice and clean, plus bath it in wonderful ingredients like turmeric root which promotes radiance, as well as tons of wonderful botanical essential oils including grapefruit, tangerine, lavender, juniper berry, ginger, orange, and rosemary.
So this is interesting….I was excited to try the Rescue and Renew Detox Gelee ($58), which comes in either a big tub or else in a box with 10 separate tubes. This is a great gift for the sports enthusiast or the loved one who is on their feet all day and night. Smooth some of this cooling gel into sore, tired muscles for a terrific cool down and fantastic hydration. The sensation is absolute heaven! Really interesting ingredients include green algae to smooth skin, juniper berry fruit oil to moisturize and create a moisture barrier keeping moisture in, and aromatic lavender and tangerine peel oils to just help you feel peaceful and happy.
A little more info on the ingredients – aromatic essential oils like orange, lavender, grapefruit, and tangerine help you relax, while shea butter and vitamin E gets rid of any dry patches. Caffeine moisturizes and helps reduce any bumpy areas, plus it's an antioxidant and helps fight off free radicals. This is a great product that nourishes your body and your soul!
Another excellent way to detox, the Rescue and Renew Detox Scrub ($50) is a fabulous exfoliating scrub that is gentle but extremely effective. Skin is constantly renewing itself, which means you have dry, dead skin cells on the surface that need to be removed. If they aren't, they build up and clog pores, leading to all kinds of skin drama that you don't want. This lovely combo of coriander seed oil and avocado oil plus sea salt gently removes all the dead stuff and all the dirt and oil, leaving beautifully soft, radiant skin.
This is a really wonderful, gentle sea salt scrub that smells fabulous – like oranges and grapefruits – that works!
Last but not least, no gift list is complete without a hand cream recommendation! I have hand cream everywhere – next to my bed, next to my computer, in my desk at work, in my car, in my purse…I just can't get enough. And I can't enough Arbonne Shea Butter Hand Cream ($20). It smells yummy, soft and buttery. It moisturizes beautifully and soaks in quickly, so I can get back to typing or whatever right away without leaving those tell-tale greasy spots. The ingredient list includes skin happy ingredients like shea butter, vitamin E, and coconut oil. It's all good stuff and a wonderful hand cream that even the most picky person on your list will love.
Oh, I would be happy to find that under my tree too. My cousin sold Arbonne a while ago and miss the products. The body oil looks especially nice.
Arbonne makes so many fantastic products, and while I have tried many of them I have not tried any of these! I really want to try this wonderful looking selection!
I haven't used Arbonne in years but I really liked their products. My cousin sold it, and I had a party for her and got to try a bunch of stuff! Clearly I need to revisit the brand for myself!
I am interested in that hand cream.
I will be very happy to be the recipient of this basket-full of goodies!!!
You had me at detox!
This entire line from Arbonne looks so fresh, natural and appealing! My first mask, back in the day, was pink clay so that got my attention, and the citrus-scented body wash made with essential oils. Actually, I'd love a number of these products!
That scrub and body wash look great!
I like their packaging, it looks so chic!
I didn't even know that Arbonne was still around!! Their products were awesome so I bet they still are.
That would be a wonderful gift basket!
Ohhh, I want to try that soak!
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Graham Hyde served as Chair of Governors for 33 years here at Parklands. He has been a friend and guiding light for the whole Seacroft area. It fills me with such pride that he was Chair when we got our Outstanding award. Love the man. I am pleased he will remain as a Governor.


Deposition Author(s): Kerfeld, C.A., Sawaya, M.R., Krogmann, D., Yeates, T.O.
Structure of cytochrome c6 from Arthrospira maxima: an assembly of 24 subunits in a nearly symmetric shell.
Kerfeld, C.A., Sawaya, M.R., Krogmann, D.W., Yeates, T.O.
Cytochrome c(6) from the cyanobacterium Arthrospira maxima is present in isoforms that can be resolved by size-exclusion chromatography. One isoform crystallized in space group I4(1)32 with eight protein molecules in the asymmetric unit and a total of 384 molecules in the unit cell. Within the crystal, the molecules are arranged as clusters of 24 cytochrome c(6) molecules. Each cluster is a hollow shell with approximate octahedral (432) symmetry. Structural and biochemical studies of cytochrome c(6) isolated from other cyanobacteria and algae have led to the suggestion that cytochrome c(6) forms oligomers. The cytochrome c(6) complex described here is the largest assembly of cytochrome c(6) molecules observed thus far.
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Calvary Full Gospel Church in Deleon Springs, Fl is a great place to worship and grow your family.
We would love to have the opportunity to meet you and have your fellowship.We are a Spirit-filled body of believers.We and our staff strive to provide a safe place for you and your children. Feel free to visit us during any of our services. Check back often for special events.