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Dear NFL, thank you for Mac Jones
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The Off Day, Ep. 197: Instant reactions to Patriots' big win over Titans
'Tis the season for thanks, gratitude and appreciation for the good things we have in this life. Patriots fans have much to be thankful for, and we're not just talking about the previous championships, memories and merchandise. The team is sitting at 8-4, atop the AFC East, seeded second in the conference and winners of six in a row.
The team's sudden success may alter the fans' holiday wish list from hoping their team is relevant, to fawning over postseason possibilities. Maybe they're even dreaming of the Super Bowl! An unreal thought given where the team and fans were emotionally just a month and a half back.
But before we look to the potential of mid-January football returning to Foxboro, we should take a moment to show gratitude for the abundance of new players finding their form in Foxboro, like Matt Judon, Kendrick Bourne, Hunter Henry, among others. They all arrived via free agency and have found a lot of success on the field. But the perfect gift given to New England last spring, a gift they chose when it was available to them, is arguably the most important piece of the Patriots success, both in the now and the future. And as we can see he really shouldn't have been available to them at all.
Thank you, NFL, for allowing Mac Jones to fall to the New England Patriots.
Jones has been a huge success in his first season in Foxboro, likely a bigger success than anyone could have predicted. He gained the confidence of his coaches immediately, unseating a veteran QB in Cam Newton for the starting job. He's been a steady hand under center, executing a complicated pro offense, guiding the team with fundamentally sound play to their 8-4 record. He's become an instant fan favorite, for both providing the potential of a franchise QB as well as helping end the hangover of Tom Brady's departure. His poise, intelligence and intensity has caught the eye of media locally and nationally, seemingly a perfect fit in New England's system, and on this team, a team who values him tremendously. The faith the team showed in him has been rewarded massively, and then some.
The stats and superlatives are manyfold...
Jones is the leading candidate for Offensive Rookie of the Year, Jones' stats have far outpaced all 2021 rookie QBs, and this past month, in which the Patriots went 4-0, was nothing short of outstanding. Who knows how someone so good, so perfect for the Patriots, could have fallen to them in the middle of the first round? Who knows, but given that the holidays are here it's time to show some gratitude to those who made it happen outside of Gillette Stadium.
Thank you, New York Jets, not just for being you, but also for taking BYU's Zach Wilson second overall. Wilson may one day find a way to unlock his potential and turn his athleticism into victories, but for now the struggle is real. Even Jones might not have saved the Jets.
Thank you, Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers for trading up to No. 3 overall and opting to draft Trey Lance. Patriots fans greatly appreciate your overthinking your initial instinct, as rumors had it the Niners were in on the Alabama product and saw him as pro ready (nailed the assessment!). Perhaps Lance will become the next Andrew Luck or Steve McNair. Joe Montana doesn't really care, he wanted Jones in San Francisco.
Thank you, Carolina Panthers, for passing on the quarterback coach Matt Rhule coached and really liked at the Senior Bowl, instead opting to trade for Sam Darnold from the Jets and drafting cornerback Jaycee Horn. The latter, who landed on IR for the season, looks to be a defensive talent. The former is broken and still sees ghosts, leading the Panthers to re-hire their former QB, the one Jones beat out in New England, Cam Newton.
Thank you, Chicago Bears, for trading up and choosing Justin Fields over Jones. Fields has shown flashes of his skill, strength and speed this season, but his team is kind of a mess, and his coach is likely a goner. Perhaps Josh McDaniels will get a chance to develop Fields next season the way he has Jones this season, but that's far down the line and reasonably speculative.
Thank you, New York Giants, for trading with the Bears so they could take Fields over Jones. Doing your former coach a solid, very cool.
Thank you Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Chargers and New York Jets (again!) for not trading with anyone like the New Orleans Saints or Washington Football Team to snag Jones before he went to New England.
Thank you, Sean Payton, for not pulling the trigger on a deal to trade up and take Jones before New England did at No. 15 overall. Appreciate the interest and the lack of action. Every time Payton watches Trevor Siemian throw to nobody, or see Taysom Hill collect a check to do nothing in New Orleans, he has to wish he made the deal.
Thank you every other team who drafted after the Patriots and didn't trade up for Jones.
And thank you whoever took the photo of him with his shirt off, smoking a cigar. His pudgy physique and lack of muscular definition likely helped give pause to some GMs, scouts and coaches, allowing his stock to dip just enough so he fell to the Pats.
Mac jones' shirtless does have a "my uncle" feel to him. 🤔 pic.twitter.com/CHwx3r2MKY
— Amanda_Mke (@Knina_WI) April 9, 2021
These are just some of the many people, teams, organizations and more outside of the Patriots to be grateful for this holiday season, and perhaps for years to come. It's early to pass full judgment on any of the other signal callers taken in front of Jones. And no need to thank the Jacksonville Jaguars. They did the obvious taking Trevor Lawrence first overall. He's going to be great one day -- we think -- unless Jacksonville gets the best of him. Stranger things have happened.
Perhaps one day the QBs taken ahead of Jones, and the people who chose to pass on him, will be part of their own documentary like, "The Brady Six", call it, "The Mac Four, and More." Only time will tell, but in the meantime we offer heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved in Jones coming to New England.
Until that day, if it ever comes, on behalf of a grateful Pats Nation, who had to go a whole season without a franchise QB and hope for the future, to all those who helped Jones land in New England, thank you.
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Q: Unexpected TableViewCell highlight delay I'm trying create TableViewCells which mimic buttons. This means that on touch down, there should be a highlight effect and on touch up should trigger the standard selected state. This works as intended, but the problem is that there is a split second delay between touch down and the highlighted state appearing. Why is this? How can I make the highlight appear immediately on touch down without the delay?
Here's the code I'm using on my TableView delegate:
- (void)tableView:(UITableView *)tableView didSelectRowAtIndexPath:(NSIndexPath *)indexPath
{
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}

A: I suppose I don't really understand your question as you've asked it. UITableViewCell already acts "like a button" when pressed in the sense of it highlighting. From the looks of your code, it really does nothing that the tableView doesn't do natively.
Basically, the reason you are seeing a delay is because the cell already highlights on touch, and what you are doing is setting Selected to YES, then NO, but the cell already does this, so it's kind of doing the same thing twice, once on it's own, then once forced — this is the reason for the delay you are seeing.
The only thing that should go in didSelectRowAtIndexPath: is the actions you want to happen when the button is pressed, NOT what you want the cell to do or how it should behave upon being touched. There are other delegate methods that would handle these behaviors.
If you are looking to change the highlight color of the cell, then see my question/answer here.
Update
By default, the UITableView code provided by Apple does not contain the deselect method. So when you select the cell it stays selected. To deselect the cell, add the following method   to didSelectRowAtIndexPath:
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Council approved two proposals at its Thursday afternoon meeting. One was a proposal for a design change by Broad Street Realty to the Williamsburg and Monticello Shopping Centers, and another a fund aimed at making the city more aesthetically pleasing.
Broad Street Realty updated design plan for Midtown Row was unanimously approved by the city council, three weeks after it was approved unanimously by the planning commission.
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As a magazine writer and book author, University of Pittsburgh English Professor Jeanne Marie Laskas immerses herself in other people's lives. She observes, she asks questions, and she listens, listens, listens—working to figure out what motivates and animates her story subjects. She has a talent for getting her subjects to Think Big, to explore their inner philosophies, so that, for instance, gruff oilmen talk about discovering humility under the stars.
Once she has excavated a mass of information, Laskas starts the process of building her story—figuring out which details should be part of the story's framework. The process of building often happens during her hour-long commutes between Pitt's campus and her farm in Washington County, when she replays interview experiences in her mind and asks herself, What's that all about? until she has answers.
Laskas has dug into her own life, too, as much as the lives of others. Readers of her three memoirs, all published by Bantam Dell, not only know that she bought her own farm, had a surprise wedding, and adopted two daughters from China but that she grew up in eastern Pennsylvania, earned her bachelor's degree from Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, and then began taking graduate courses in the University of Pittsburgh's writing program.
Laskas became an expert in telling stories about quirky characters. Her first book to be published was The Balloon Lady and Other People I Know (Duquesne University Press, 1996), followed by five others, including her memoir series. She also wrote profiles in national magazines about celebrities like Madonna, John Travolta, and Tom Cruise. But her favorite people to write about are ordinary folks with intense passions who tend to illuminate unusual facets of life. That's exactly what she does in her latest book Hidden America (Putnam), a collection of stories published in September 2012 and named a top 25 book that autumn by USA Today.
The reaction of book reviewers was just as enthusiastic. Hidden America was named a "Must-Read Book" by O, the Oprah Magazine. A Publishers Weekly reviewer said, "Laskas's depictions are sharply delineated, fully fleshed, and enormously affecting," and according to The Huffington Post, "Each of these profiles rings true, offering an enlightening, entertaining, and often poignant glimpse into occupations that most of us know little about." Some of the stories were first published in GQ magazine and received acclaim. For instance, her story on coal miners, "Underworld," was a finalist for the 2007 National Magazine Award.
While Laskas was in the process of finishing Hidden America, the directorship of Pitt's Writing Program became available. Although she was busy wrapping up the book, she decided to apply for the position. "I felt a kind of duty because I had been through that program, and it really did help to form my professional life, if not a good bit of my young adulthood," she says.
In 2011, Laskas was named director of the Pitt Writing Program, whose notable graduates include Pulitzer Prize-winner Michael Chabon (A&S '84); Terrance Hayes (A&S '97G) whose poetry collection Lighthead (Penguin) won the National Book Award for Poetry in 2010, and Rebecca Skloot (A&S '07G), whose book, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (Crown), has been on The New York Times bestseller list for 145 weeks and was featured on more than 60 critics' lists for best book of 2010.
In her role as director, Laskas has been continuing the program's long-standing history of creating an environment where students can have the space and time to encounter a blank page, over and over again, and build the confidence necessary to call themselves writers. She's also leading a charge to encourage faculty and students to embrace digital technologies and the new ways that readers are engaging with literature through e-readers, blogs, and the like."It's not about bells and whistles and video and fancy-pancy stuff on a Web site that's going to attract a reader. It's still about the story," says Laskas, who continues to translate lived experiences into pieces of literary art.


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Q: NSPopUpButton-How to selectively disable some menu items?
I have a login page in my application with two users-Administrator and Standard. On successful login, we get to the welcome page, where a pop up button is present. I want to disable the 3rd and the 4th menu items in the pop up button menu for the standard user.
For Administrator, all the menu items should be available.
I want this distinction based on the user's selection on the login page.
Please help me, how i can achieve this?
Do i have to use KVC concepts? If yes, how?
Thanks in advance..

A: You need to do two things here.

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*To disable your third and fourth menu items, you need to set their enabled property to NO.
[[yourPopUpButton itemAtIndex:2] setEnabled:NO];
[[yourPopUpButton itemAtIndex:3] setEnabled:NO];

*Set autoenablesItems property of NSPopUpButton to NO.
[yourPopUpButton setAutoenablesItems:NO];

If you don't set this, the menu items will be automatically enabled when you click the pop up button, even though you disable them using Step 1.
Do these things in the -(void)awakeFromNib method.

For storing the login data to a persistent storage, you can use NSUserDefaults. For example.
NSUserDefaults *userDefaults = [NSUserDefaults standardUserDefaults]; // LINE 1: create userDefaults instance
[userDefaults setObject:@"enteredUserType" forKey:@"UserType"]; // LINE 2: store a value
NSString *userType = [userDefaults objectForKey:@"UserType"]; // LINE 3: retrieve the value

Here, UserType is a user defined Key. You can define any key you want.

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@IBOutlet weak var examplePopUpButton: NSPopUpButton!

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eSwatini: insurrection against Africa's last absolute monarch
Lindokuhle Mponco
Late on 28 June, news started emerging in the South African media that the monarch of eSwatini (formerly known as Swaziland), a landlocked kingdom in Southern Africa, had fled the country due to an ongoing protest movement. King Mswati III has ruled this kingdom, which is bordered by South Africa and Mozambique, with an iron fist since 1986. He is the last absolute monarch in Africa, and the masses have forced him to run.
Hitler's war on the Soviet Union and how Stalin prepared the way for it
Andrew Wagner
22 June is the 80th anniversary of Operation Barbarossa, the German invasion of the Soviet Union in World War Two. This bloody catastrophe, which claimed the lives of almost 5m Soviet troops and saw the Nazis plunge deep into Soviet territory, was facilitated by the wrecking behaviour of Stalin and the bureaucracy. Their decapitation of the Red Army in the infamous Purge Trials, and total mismanagement of the war effort, were paid for in blood by the Soviet people, who were ultimately able to turn things around through their heroic efforts and sacrifice – despite their leaders.
A worldwide epoch of revolution is being prepared
World capitalism is lurching from one crisis to another, making life unbearable for billions of people. Growing numbers of workers and youth are desperately seeking a way out. As consciousness is transformed, an era of revolutionary eruptions on a world scale is in preparation. We publish here a slightly edited version of the draft World Perspectives document that will be discussed at the 2021 World Congress of the International Marxist Tendency this summer.
After Netanyahu's war: a united Palestinian movement emerges
Francesco Merli
After eleven days of the ruthless bombardment of Gaza – which has killed more than 240 Palestinians (almost half of whom were children and women) and left thousands severely injured – Israel has eventually agreed to a ceasefire. The bombardment caused the displacement of 75,000 people. Their homes have been destroyed and severe damage has been inflicted on essential infrastructure: schools, hospitals (including the only COVID-19 testing and vaccination centre), electricity and clean water supplies. The population of Gaza will pay a heavy price for many years to come for Israel's attack.
Towards a new Palestinian uprising!
Mohammad Hossam
We recently received the following article written by an Egyptian Marxist on the events in Israel/Palestine over recent weeks. Although it was written on 18 May – the day of the general strike that united Palestinians, and before the ceasefire – and events have since moved on, we nevertheless believe it will be of general interest to our readers. For further analysis on the unfolding of events since the general strike, click here.
Durban dockworkers protest offloading of Israeli ship – "an injury to one is the concern of all"
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Over the last few days, dockworkers of the South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (SATAWU) in the port city of Durban have refused to handle cargo from an Israeli ship, in protest against Israel's bombardment of the besieged Gaza strip over the last few weeks. Currently, the ship is still lying in the Durban harbour waiting to take on cargo.

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Whenever it seems that we've finally come to the last straw, it blows away in the wind. My worst nightmare is the same as Karl Rove's fondest dream: George W. Bush might end up being reelected entirely by the combined votes of the proto-fascists of his core constituency, and the airhead centrists who don't know, don't care, and can't be bothered. If you follow the Bush campaign at all closely, you'll see that that's exactly what Rove's strategy is, and the frightening thing is that it might very well work.


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Piaggio Announces American 2013 Vespa Lineup
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By Dennis Chung	October 1, 2012 0
Piaggio Group Americas announced its 2013 Vespa scooter lineup including a pair of new special edition models and the recently revised LX and S models.
Our European correspondent Tor Sagen already reviewed the 2013 Vespa LX and S scooters, reviewing the 125cc and 150cc versions. U.S. consumers will have the option of 50cc and 125cc engines for both the 2013 Vespa LX and Vespa S. Both models are powered by Piaggio's new three-valve engines which are designed for improved power and efficiency.
Piaggio claims a top speed of 35 mph and fuel economy of 90 mpg from the LX 50, and 59 mph and 75 mpg from the LX 150 ie. The LX models also features a round headlight and lockable glove box, while the 150cc version also gets an updated instrument panel.
The LX scooters will be available showrooms in late October in Dragon Red, Midnight Blue, Volcano Black and the new-for-2013 Aquamarine color (depicted above.) The 2013 Vespa LX 50 is priced at $3399 while the LX 150 ie is priced at $4599.
The 2013 Vespa S will also be offered with 50cc and 150cc engines. Piaggio claims the S models have the same maximum speed as the LX models, but the Vespa S 50 claims 85 mpg while the Vespa S 150 i.e. gets 70 mpg.
The leg shield on the Vespa S scooters are thinner than on the LX, with open storage compartments instead of the LX's lockable storage. The 2013 Vespa S 50 is priced at $3299 while the S 150 i.e. is priced at $4499. Both models are available in Dragon Red or Montebianco White, and will arrive in showrooms in late October.
Piaggio will also offer a special edition version of the S models and the GTS 300 i.e. featuring a Satin Black color and red finish on the front suspension spring.
The Vespa S Sport SE features a Satin Black color, racing graphics, black wheels and red suspension springs. The 50cc version also gets a single seat saddle with white piping. The 2013 Vespa S 50 Sport SE is available for $3399 while the Vespa S 150 i.e. Sport SE is going for $4599. Both models will be available in late October.
The Vespa GTS 300 i.e. Super Sport SE features graphics along the rear fairing and white piping on the saddle. Piaggio claims a maximum speed of 80 mph with fuel economy of 70 mpg. Available in late October in Satin Black, the 2012 Vespa GTS 300 i.e. Super Sport SE is priced at $6399.
The GTS is also available in a Super configuration which has the same red suspension spring but will be available in Dragon Red and Montebianco White for $6199. Both the Super and Super Sport SE come with the 12-inch alloy wheels and front and rear disc brakes found on the base GTS 300 i.e. which will be available in Midngiht Blue or Bronze for $5999.
Returning for 2013 is the Vespa LXV 150 i.e. in Espresso as well as the popular Siena Ivory color. The LXV is built around the LX 150 engine and now comes standard with front and rear luggage racks. The LXV will arrive in showrooms in late October with a $5499 price tag.
Rounding out the 2013 Vespa line is the GTV 300 i.e., featuring the headlamp positioned on the front mudguard like the first Vespa prototype. The GTV uses the same engine as the GTS 300 i.e., caliming 70 mpg and 80 mph. Also available with front and rear luggage racks and the same colors as the LXV, the GTV carries a $6999 price.
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The office of the European Movement – Latvia is situated in Riga, in the city centre. It is in a one of the historical buildings. The office premises are convenient and pleasant. Each staff member has his own working place with computer and access to Internet. Riga is the capital of Latvia with almost 1 million inhabitants. It has a great cultural life, restaurants and events. The old town and the silent centre are very touristic. Latvians are very proud on their art nouveau (jugendstil).
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Dr. Sharon Azrieli announced earlier this October an expansion to the already largest in Canada musical prize awards, the Azrieli Canadian Prize as part of the Azrieli Music Prizes.
The prize is a $50,000 biannual award celebrating works of Canadain music. The winner will be commissioned to create a major work for director Lorraine Vaillancourt and will take part in an October 2020 Gala Concert.
In addition to performing on stage in a grand venue, the winner will have recording time with the Analekta label. All in all the total value of the Azrieli Canadian Prize exceeds $200,000 making it one of the most prestigious and generous worldwide for the musical arts.
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In photos: SpaceX's SN5 Starship prototype soars on 1st test flight
By Mike Wall published 3 September 20
SN5 reached an altitude of about 500 feet on the landmark August 2020 hop.
On Aug. 4, 2020, SpaceX's SN5 Starship prototype took a short, uncrewed hop that could end up leading to humanity's next giant leap.
SN5 flew about 500 feet (150 meters) above SpaceX's South Texas facilities, near the village of Boca Chica. It was the first-ever test flight for a full-size prototype of the company's Mars-colonizing Starship spacecraft. (The first flights overall for the Starship development line were made in 2019 by a small, stubby craft dubbed Starhopper.)
See some of the best photos of the landmark flight below.
SpaceX's 165-foot-tall (50 m) SN5 Starship prototype launches on its first-ever test flight on Aug. 4, 2020, from the company's facilities near the South Texas village of Boca Chica. (Image credit: SpaceX)
Not just up and down
SN5 demonstrated controlled flight, moving from its launch pad to a nearby landing zone during the roughly 45-second-long hop. (Image credit: SpaceX)
500 feet high
The target altitude for the Aug. 4 flight was about 500 feet (150 meters), SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk said. (Image credit: SpaceX)
Beauty shot
Musk tweeted this gorgeous shot of the stainless steel SN5 framed against the South Texas wetlands, sky and sea. (Image credit: Elon Musk via Twitter)
Coming down
SN5 comes down toward Earth in this view, taken from a livestream provided by SPadre.com. (Image credit: SPadre.com)
Landing legs deployed
This screenshot from a SpaceX video shows the SN5's single Raptor engine burning and the vehicle's landing legs deployed, ready for touchdown. (Image credit: SpaceX)
The SN5 prototype touches down, bringing its debut flight to an end. But SN5 will likely fly again, Musk has said, and many of its successors will take to the skies as well. SpaceX is iterating to the final Starship design via a series of prototypes. The next one, SN6, is ready to make a 500-foot hop of its own. And in the near future, a three-engine prototype will get about 12 miles (20 kilomteters) up, if all goes according to plan. The operational Starship will have six Raptors and will be able to fly up to 100 people to distant destinations such as the moon and Mars, Musk has said. The reusable vehicle will be powerful enough to launch itself off the surfaces of those two relatively small worlds, but it will need help to escape Earth's gravity well. Starship will therefore launch from our planet atop a gigantic, reusable rocket called Super Heavy, which will sport about 30 Raptors of its own. (Image credit: SpaceX)
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Enter Greatist's First-Ever Writing Contest! "How I Find Happiness"
Written by The Greatist Team on June 17, 2013
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"Happiness" means something different to everyone. Some may find it in travel, while gazing into a loved one's eyes, cuddling with kittens, sky-diving, sitting in silence for hours, volunteering at an old folks' home, climbing mountains, pumping iron after work — the list, of course, goes on and on. In short, there are as many ways to find happiness as there are people walking around on this planet.
Even though happiness can mean so many things, it's important to understand the role it plays in our individual lives. Owning our happiness can motivate us to pursue our goals, inspire us to make changes in our lives, and make it that much easier for us to spread joy around the world.
That's why, at Greatist, we're constantly thinking about what it means to be happy and how we can enable our readers to find their own happiness every day. So we want to know: What makes you happy? How do you cultivate joy and contentment in your own life? How do you find and define happiness?
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fou un defensor i difusor del català.

Fou un dels fundadors a Cornellà de Llobregat de la Delegació local de la Unió Excursionista de Catalunya (UEC) i hi organitzà la secció sardanista, juntament amb cursets en català.

A Cornellà, durant el franquisme, va ésser molts anys l'únic professor de català, al local de la delegació de la UEC en classes voluntàries i gratuïtes, fins a la seva incorporació a la Junta Assessora per a l'Ensenyament del Català (JAEC). També va impartir cursos a Gavà, Esplugues de Llobregat, Sant Just Desvern i Barcelona. També de forma clandestina, va assistir a les classes dels Estudis Universitaris Catalans (EUC). També va treballar com a corrector a l'Institut d'Estudis Catalans amb Ramon Aramon i Serra fins a la seva jubilació el 1988.

Va rebre els següents reconeixements per la seva trajectòria: Premi Eduard Brossa de la Societat Catalana de Geografia per l'obra Toponímia de Cornellà de Llobregat. Accèssit a la Flor Natural dels Jocs Florals de l'Alguer. Diplôme Supérieur de Culture Française per l'Institut Français de Barcelone. Premi Fundació Huguet per l'obra El Català Bàsic. El 2004 li fou atorgada la Creu de Sant Jordi. També va rebre la Medalla d'Or de Cornellà de Llobregat.

El 24 de novembre del 2013 es va inaugurar una plaça a Cornellà de Llobregat amb el seu, nom molt a prop d'on va viure els últims anys de la seva vida.

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Alfredo Morales, Mario Götze, Manuel Neuer, Marco Reus and Renato Sanches (l-r.) will be looking to make a statement in 2018/19. - © © DFL DEUTSCHE FUSSBALL LIGA
Neuer, Götze, Reus, Sanches and Morales: Five comeback kings to look out for in 2018/19
50 weeks ago
The 2018/19 Bundesliga season will be an opportunity for some players who've recently had to endure some struggles to bounce back stronger than ever. Manuel Neuer, Mario Götze, Marco Reus, Renato Sanches and Alfredo Morales will be out to leave their mark!
Club: Bayern Munich
Comes back from: missing almost all of 2017/18 due to a broken foot.
One of the best goalkeepers in the history of the sport was forced to sit out all but three games last season due to a foot injury that even threatened to keep him on the sidelines for the World Cup in Russia. Sven Ulreich did a stellar job deputising for Neuer as Bayern took home their sixth straight Bundesliga title, but Neuer will have the chance to show why he was given the captain's armband following Philipp Lahm's retirement in 2016, terrorising opposition forwards with his famous sweeper-keeper antics.
His new coach, Niko Kovac, is known for his intense personal approach quite aside from what tactics he might employ. In this sense, fearless Neuer is the perfect fit to lead the squad in the direction we'll surely see Bayern take in the coming season. The advantages of having a keeper who can participate in build-up play with his superb passing and positioning are self-evident, but Bayern's captain goes the extra mile with his disposition. A ball-playing 'keeper might often invite trouble, but Neuer manages to radiate calm to his teammates.
Bayern are also facing a season full of new faces with young guns like Serge Gnabry and Leon Goretzka looking to establish themselves with the German champions. Neuer's wisdom and leadership will no doubt supplement the vitality that these players bring to the team.
Watch: Manuel Neuer's top five saves.
Mario Götze
Club: Borussia Dortmund
Comes back from: two stop-start seasons hampered by injuries and a metabolic disorder.
Mario Götze's return to Borussia Dortmund has been a hit-and-miss affair. He was building momentum under coach Thomas Tuchel in the early half of the 2016/17 season, giving us glimpses of the player that dazzled everyone in the Klopp days and won the World Cup for Germany, but there was always a nagging feeling that something wasn't quite right. It was later discovered that the midfielder suffered a rare metabolic disorder that required him to sit out basically the entire rückrunde to seek treatment.
Götze came back for the 2017/18 campaign determined to put his physical woes to bed as he learned to live with a condition that will never fully go away. Although he featured often under both Peter Bosz and Peter Stöger, he still wasn't able to click back to his old self. Marco Reus' return from a long-term injury in February reinvigorated the midfielder, who was more than delighted to share the pitch with a player he has publicly declared to be "like a brother." There's a fire burning inside him and next season is the time to let it out.
Despite their close friendship, Reus and Götze haven't actually enjoyed that much playing time together. They were a deadly combo for Dortmund in the 2012/13 season, taking the Yellow-and-Blacks to the UEFA Champions League final, but their diverse woes have prevented any joy together on the pitch over the last two seasons. With both of them fully fit from the go, we can look forward to the definitive revival of a remarkable, classic Bundesliga partnership on the pitch.
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Comes back from: missing most of the last two seasons due to injury.
Marco Reus has had the worst of luck with injuries. He missed out on a World Cup winners' medal in 2014 after taking a hit in a pre-tournament friendly and another untimely blow kept him from playing at Euro 2016. His recent history at club level has been equally unfortunate as various different complications have limited him to only 28 league starts out of a possible 68 over the last two seasons. However, Reus is living proof of the old football adage that form is temporary, but class is permanent.
Upon his return to action after missing over half of the 2017/18 season, the forward made a statement on the pitch with his performances, often carrying Dortmund on his proverbial shoulders. In the 11 games he managed to play towards the end of last season, Reus scored seven vital goals to help his team secure a UEFA Champions League berth despite serious challenges from teams like Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig.
It's no coincidence that Reus has been handed the captain's armband for the coming season. The club knows that returning to a position where they can challenge for the Meisterschale once more is directly connected to their star man. Reus will be reunited with former coach Lucien Favre, the man who catapulted him to stardom at Borussia Mönchengladbach, in what could be seen as an omen for a second spring for the forward. He's still got that magic touch, but his experience and resilience to fight through adversity could combine to give us his best version yet.
Watch: Borussia Dortmund's revitalised attack with Marco Reus.
Renato Sanches
Comes back from: spending a season away from the Allianz Arena on loan in England.
When Renato Sanches signed for Bayern Munich in the summer of 2016, it seemed like the young Portuguese talent was moving on rails to become an immediate world star. Fresh off winning Euro 2016 with his country in a very prominent role, the Benfica-bred starlet was awarded the prestigious Golden Boy award, crowning him as the best U-21 player in Europe at the time. However, once the league started, his shine began to fade.
He featured in six of Bayern's initial eight matches, seven of them as a starter, but coach Carlo Ancelotti soon opted to prioritise more experienced players like Xabi Alonso and Arturo Vidal. Sanches would only start in two further league matches in 2016/17 and play sparingly as a late substitute. Despite taking part in the club's pre-season, the Lisbon native spent the last campaign on loan at Swansea in the English Premier League, but thigh problems limited his game time.
Despite the questions surrounding their starlet after two seasons of shooting blanks, new Bayern coach Niko Kovac made it public that he wanted the Portuguese in his squad in order to help him reach his potential at the Allianz Arena. He will face tough competition from members of the old guard like Vidal and newcomer Goretzka, but Kovac has a history of moulding young talents into seasoned pros, as seen with Ante Rebic at Eintracht Frankfurt. Having scored a fantastic free-kick goal in Bayern's opening pre-season friendly against PSG should also boost the sturdy Portuguese midfielder's morale for the challenges ahead.
Renato Sanches (r.) has returned to Bayern Munich with a new wind beneath his wings, and Niko Kovac (l.) could be the coach to uncover his true talent. - © imago / ActionPictures
Alfredo Morales
Club: Fortuna Düsseldorf
Comes back from: playing in the second division last season with Ingolstadt.
United States international Alfredo Morales has a similar tale to that of Fabian Johnson and Timothy Chandler. Born and raised in Germany, he was eligible to represent the Stars-and-Stripes through his father, who was born in Peru but held American citizenship. He worked his way up from Hertha Berlin's reserves to play in the Bundesliga in 2011, but didn't really find his footing until moving to Ingolstadt in 2013.
After becoming a cornerstone player for the Bavarian outfit in the Bundesliga 2, he was instrumental in their historical promotion to the top flight for the 2015/16 season. He remained as one of their core players in their two Bundesliga seasons and beyond before dropping back to second division last year, where he was still an important piece. Düsseldorf called upon Morales' experience to face the challenge of remaining in the elite of German football, which could help reignite his international career.
With the U.S. national team still in reconstruction after failing to qualify for the last World Cup, having a seasoned Bundesliga midfielder to balance the electric pace of Christian Pulisic could be more than useful in the coming qualifying cycle for Qatar 2022.
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8 Alumni Receive Awards during Homecoming 2021
Cory Lancaster November 8, 2021
Jim Johnson '68 and wife Dorothy "Dottie" Pompey Johnson '69 met in the duPont-Ball Library in 1965. Read the award-winning story, "Sharing Their Stories," about Jim Johnson and other students who integrated Stetson in the 1960s.
Jim Johnson '68 was the first Black player on Stetson's Baseball team and one of the first Black students to integrate the university in the 1960s.
On Thursday night, he became the first Black alumni to receive the George and Mary Hood Award in recognition of his commitment and contributions to Stetson and its core values. Johnson was instrumental in creating the Multicultural Alumni Family Reunion. The event is held annually during Homecoming to connect multicultural alumni with today's students for mentoring, networking and support.
"I'm dumbfounded. I don't know what to say," a surprised Johnson said when told about the award on a call with President Christopher F. Roellke, PhD, and others. "I'm not looking for anyone to notice what I do. I do things from my heart, so I'm not looking for any kind of recognition."
Responded Roellke: "Jim, what you just said is precisely why I believe that you are the worthy recipient of this. You do things from the heart."
Presidential Update
Johnson was one of eight alumni recognized Thursday evening, Nov. 4, during a virtual Presidential University Update and Alumni Awards Presentation during Homecoming.
Christopher F. Roellke, PhD
Roellke outlined how Stetson has weathered the "once-in-a-century set of challenges" during the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the bright spots: Stetson's endowment has reached an all-time high of $380 million. About $340 million of that is for the DeLand campus while $40 million is for the College of Law.
"I could not be more proud of the way this community has rallied around one another, around the themes of kindness, empathy and shared ownership," he said during the update. "It really has been a collective effort by everyone at Stetson – our students, our faculty, our staff, the administration, the Board of Trustees and you, our alumni.
"You have been so amazing. You have been incredibly supportive and encouraging," he added.
During the virtual event on Facebook Live, the Stetson University Alumni Association honored eight alumni for their accomplishments, service and dedication to the university.
Distinguished Service Awards for Alumni
The Distinguished Service Awards are presented to graduates or friends of the university in recognition of their personal commitment to the ideals and objectives of the Alumni Association and advancement of the goals of the university.
Primrose E. Cameron
• Primrose E. Cameron MS 2002, Counseling
Cameron is president and CEO of Cameron Enterprises, a motivational speaker, educator and author. She established Sisters Build Network for Girls, a mentoring group for girls in grades 3-12, and the Sister Build Network for women to uplift one another. In addition, she started the Calling A Few Good Men conference to hold men accountable for the lives of children.
She hosts a weekly blog radio program. She writes a column for the West Volusia Beacon and recently published her first book, "Princess Primrose Goes to Washington DC." Quickly, she followed that book with "Princess Primrose goes to Jamaica." As an alumna, she served on the College of Arts & Sciences Board of Advisors from 2007 – 2012 and on the Alumni Association Board from 2013 – 2015.
Michele Skelton, PhD
• Michele Skelton – BS 1984, Physical Education
An associate professor of Health Sciences, Skelton returned to Stetson after earning her master's degree and doctorate in exercise physiology. She is the former Chair of the Health and Integrative Sciences Department and she served as the Lynn and Mark Hollis Chair of Health and Wellness. In addition, she received Stetson's highest faculty award, the McEniry Award for Excellence in Teaching, in 2005.
She is an active volunteer for animal rescue groups. During the height of the pandemic, she received a grant from the Pargh Foundation. With it, she orchestrated nearly 1,400 meals for health care workers and first responders. She also suggested making ear guards to reduce the strain of wearing facial coverings. A flurry of 3D printing followed in the duPont-Ball Library. In the end, 1,500 ear guards were donated to health care workers and first responders. Also, 6,000 were distributed to the Stetson community.
George and Mary Hood Award
The George and Mary Hood Award is given in honor of Dr. George Hood, former dean of students, professor and director of the Counseling Center. His wife, the late Mary Turner Hood, was a longtime assistant to President and Chancellor J. Ollie Edmunds. It is presented annually to a member or friend of the Stetson community in recognition of their passion, commitment and contributions to the university and its core values.
Jim Johnson '68 was Stetson's first Black baseball player.
• Jim Johnson – BS 1968, Mathematics
Johnson arrived at Stetson in the fall of 1964 after graduating as class valedictorian at the segregated, all-Black Euclid High School in DeLand. In addition to playing baseball, he belonged to Army ROTC and served as an officer after graduating from Stetson with a math degree. Later, he worked for IBM for more than 40 years as a corporate sales executive before retiring.
Significantly, he played an integral role in organizing the Multicultural Alumni networking event. As a result, he is a mentor, role model and friend to many alumni and students. Known for his strong faith and core values, he has received much support from his wife, Dorothy "Dottie" Pompey Johnson '69, whom he met in the duPont-Ball Library in 1965.
Doyle E. Carlton Award
The Doyle E. Carlton Award is presented annually to an alum or friend of the university in recognition of their devotion to Christian higher education. Further, it is given in appreciation of their extraordinary contribution to the life and development of Stetson, the City of DeLand and the State of Florida.
Judy Russell
• Judy Russell – BA 1962
After graduating from Stetson, Russell earned a Master of Social Work from Tulane University. Later, she returned to Florida to work with the Children's Home Society and placed older children into adoptive homes. She became active in the First Baptist Church of Jacksonville and decided to attend Luther Rice Seminary to take New Testament Greek. While there, she confirmed her call to mission work.
In 1982, she joined the Christian Light Foundation as a social worker in the Philippines. Initially committing to two years, she stayed for 35 years. Also, she adopted two Filipino children into her small family. Now retired from active missionary field work, she resides in Jacksonville and is a partnership development coordinator with Living NEW Ministries International.
The Distinguished Alumni Awards are presented annually to Stetson alumni who, through outstanding achievement in their lives and professions, have brought distinction and special recognition to the university.
Shaundra Kellam Lewis
• Shaundra Kellam Lewis – BA 1995, English
While at Stetson, she was active in her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, the first intercollegiate historically African American sorority. In addition, she served as a student government representative and was a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society.
Later, she earned her law degree from St. Thomas University School of Law. Afterward, she served as an assistant public defender, a staff attorney for the U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals and an appellate staff attorney for the Federal Public Defender's Office. In 2010, she accepted a position with the Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University as an assistant professor of law. In 2018, she became a full professor of law. Furthermore, she is a frequent speaker on higher education issues, as well as firearms.
Thomas Rebman
• Thomas Rebman – BA 2010, Elementary Education; MEd. 2011, Reading Education
Rebman teaches seventh-grade civics at Odyssey Junior / Senior High School in Palm Bay. During his free time, he serves as the city's homeless advocate. During the past year, he established Palm Bay's first cold night shelter for the homeless, designing it and raising enough money to pay for five years of operation. In addition, he started "Delivering Hope," a feeding program that provides meals twice a week to people living on the streets.
In 2017 and 2018, he helped the community of South Bend, Indiana, and conducted workshops on ways to reduce homelessness. Also, he believes in engaging his students in the local political process and regularly attends Palm Bay City Council meetings with 40 or more of his students.
Outstanding Young Alumni Awards
Alumni who are 35 years old or younger qualify for the Outstanding Young Alumni Awards. The award recognizes contributions to society, to a profession or to Stetson. Recipients demonstrate leadership, significant accomplishment or promise in their fields, or civic, cultural or charitable involvement.
• Brittany Green Gloersen – BA 2008, JD 2011
Brittany Green Gloersen
A Double Hatter, Gloersen joined the Landis Graham French law firm in 2017. She is a shareholder and Elder Law Attorney. Active in the local community, she serves on the several boards, including the DeLand Bulldog Boosters. She is the president of the Rotary Club of DeLand. The Daytona Beach News-Journal named her the 2021 Young Civic Leader Professional of the Year by and the City of DeLand named her Volunteer of the Year-Under 40 in 2020.
• Elizabeth Triece – BBA 2019, Management with Business Systems & Analytics minor
Elizabeth Triece
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Earnings Watch: FedEx Surges, Daseke Rebounds
March 20, 2018 • by Evan Lockridge
Parcel and trucking giant FedEx posted a big gain in profits during its most recent quarter, while Daseke, the owner of several flatbed and specialized carriers, moved from a loss to a profit in both the final quarter of 2017 and for all of last year.
FedEx Corp. reported net income compared to a year ago more than tripled in its fiscal third quarter ending Feb. 28, totaling $2.07 billion, as earnings per share rose to $7.59 from $2.07.
Revenue in this most recent quarter grew to $16.5 billion from $15 billion a year earlier.
The net results include a tax benefit of $1.53 billion, or $5.60 per share, due to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act passed by Congress late last year.
FedEx said it benefited from higher base rates, increased volume at FedEx Ground and FedEx Freight, and favorable fuel prices. The results were negatively affected by significantly higher variable compensation accruals, increased peak-related costs at FedEx Express, and adverse weather.
The FedEx Freight segment saw operating income improve 34% from a year ago to $55 million as revenue increased 14% to $1.69 billion.
Revenue increased due to less-than-truckload revenue per shipment growth of 8% and average daily LTL shipment growth of 6%, according to the company. Operating results improved primarily due to the benefit from higher LTL revenue per shipment, partially offset by higher variable compensation accruals.
The FedEx Express segment saw operating income decline 24% to $424 million despite higher revenue. This was attributed to an additional $170 million in costs in several forms, including its integration of TNT Express, adverse weather, and increased peak-related costs.
FedEx Ground reported revenue increased 11% to $5.22 billion as operating income moved 23% higher to $634 million. Strong revenue growth was driven by average daily package volume growth of 6% and higher base rates.
FedEx has raised its fiscal 2018 outlook, due to foreign tax benefits, U.S. tax reform and the company's improved operating performance. The company now expects full-year earnings, before certain pension accounting adjustments, to be between $17.90 and $18.30 per share.
Daseke Moves Back into Black
Daseke Inc. posted net income of $38.8 million, or 82 cents per share, in the final three months of 2017, compared to a net loss of $10.8 million, or a loss of 57 cents per share, a year earlier. Net income in the fourth quarter of 2017 included a $46 million tax benefit as a result of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Revenue in the most recent quarter increased 71% to $257.2 million. The gain was driven by the acquisition of seven operating companies during 2017, according to Daseke. Excluding the acquisitions, revenue increased 14% due to higher freight rates.
For all of 2017, net income was $27 million, or 59 cents per share, compared to a net loss of $12.3 million, or a loss of 81 cents per share, in 2016.
Revenue last year improved 30% from 2016, totaling $846.3 million. Excluding the acquisitions made by the company in 2017, revenue increased 6% due to higher rates and higher fuel prices, which increased fuel surcharge revenue, according to Daseke.
"Acquisitions remain a key tenet of our growth strategy and in 2018 we will focus on three areas," said Don Daseke, chairman, president and CEO. "First, we will look at specific market niches where we would expect to generate higher margins, such as our entrance into the high-security cargo market in 2017. Second, we will seek small, highly accretive tuck-in acquisitions that benefit from our scalable platform. Finally, we will continue our general stated strategy of flatbed and specialized transactions, but with a sharper focus on organic growth once integrated."
n 2018, Daseke Inc. expects to grow revenue on an organic basis to approximately $1.35 billion compared to $846.3 million in 2017. Also, it expects to grow organic adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) to approximately $150 million compared to $91.6 million in 2017.
From the HDT archives (2015) – Q&A: Don Daseke on Building a Nationwide Flatbed Carrier
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Originally, all stretch wrap was blown, a process much like blowing bubble gum. Resin is heated and passed over an opening through which air is blown. Most state-of-the-art film today is cast. It is extruded through rollers and "laid out" in sheets. This process allows the film to be made in multiple layers. The layers allow the film to be made with cling on only one side. This optional one-sided-cling film is great where you don't want one pallet to stick to the one next to it. Also, these films layers can make the film stronger by adding tough layers to the inside. Cast film is also clearer and quieter coming off the roll.


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Noodles : Wheat Flour (66%), Refined Palm Oil (Contains antioxidant 319), Tapioca Starch, Salt, Mineral Salts (501,500), thickener (412), Colour (101).
Seasoning Oil: Refines Paml Oil (Contains antioxidant 306), Onion, Garlic, Herbs, Acidity regulator (330).
Chili Sauce : Water, sugar, salt, tapioca starch, acidity regulartors (260, 330), flavour enhancers (621, 631, 627), garlic flavour, preservitive (211).


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Q: My regular expression matches unexpected patterns would anyone know why is the second pattern displayed it should not match the regex...
$grep [[:digit:]{4}] file
99g66
9888
$

A: Because the englobing [] will escape your {4} part.
The correct way of achieving this is the following
[[:digit:]]{4}

A: Your expression [[:digit:]{4}] is a character set that matches either a digit, a {, or }. You probably meant [[:digit:]]{4}. Use that regular expression in extended mode with grep -E or egrep or escape the braces when using basic regular expression mode:
$ egrep '[[:digit:]]{4}' file

$ grep '[[:digit:]]\{4\}' file  # braces escaped


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using MasterDevs.ChromeDevTools;
using Newtonsoft.Json;
using System.Collections.Generic;

namespace MasterDevs.ChromeDevTools.Protocol.Power
{
	/// <summary>
	/// PowerEvent item
	/// </summary>
	public class PowerEvent
	{
		/// <summary>
		/// Gets or sets Power Event Type.
		/// </summary>
		public string Type { get; set; }
		/// <summary>
		/// Gets or sets Power Event Time, in milliseconds.
		/// </summary>
		public double Timestamp { get; set; }
		/// <summary>
		/// Gets or sets Power Event Value.
		/// </summary>
		public double Value { get; set; }
	}
}


The Capuchin Young Adults arose at the request of the young volunteers engaged in the Friars' Van ministry. The volunteers were enthusiastic about the ministry, which also enjoyed meeting others who were rostered on with them for the evening. The desire was expressed for opportunities for the volunteers to meet socially and to receive some faith formation from the Capuchin friars. Thus the Capuchin Young Adults began.
The following events normally occur, but can change according to planned activities, retreat days, parish and diocesan events and so forth. It is best to check the facebook page before coming.
5.00pm Adoration, Evening Prayer and Benediction at St Fiacre's Church.
Every Wednesday evening at 6.30pm there is a Holy Hour of Adoration for young adults at St Mary's Church, 20 Merivale Street, South Brisbane. Other faith formation events take place regularly. Make contact with one of the friars and find out what else is happening.


Gucci's president and ceo had led a textbook turnaround of the storied fashion company.
Marco Bizzarri, president and chief executive officer of Gucci, believes in sliding-door moments.
"In the life of people as well as in that of brands, certain moments are epochal. If you make the wrong choice, it's something that can keep you up at night," he said.


Prime Minister Narendra Modi will soon launch a smart card scheme for over 40 crore unorganised workers in the country to provide them various social security benefits like insurance and pension.
"Within one month Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch smart card called UWIN (Unorganised Workers' Identification Number) card. We had sought time from the Prime Minister for launching it for over 40 crore workers in the country," Labour Minister Bandaru Dattatreya told reporters at launch of Global Network Operations Centre (g-NOC) of EPFO here.
The minister said that through the UWIN card, government wants to provide social security to all those people who are not covered either by Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) or Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).
He said that the UWIN card will be a chip-based instrument to provide benefit to these workers and their family under Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY), Atal Pension Yojana, Aam Admi Bima Yojana (AABY), Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana.
The minister said that the entire task of issuing smart cards to all informal sector workers would take at least two years time and government will issue 10 crore such cards in the first phase.


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Archive: June, 2017
Half of SME owners offer cash rewards to improve motivation, says study
30 Jun 2017 SMEs
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) reward employees with almost £1,000 of gifts every year, according to a new study.
90 per cent of UK start-ups anticipating strong sales growth next year
As many as 90 per cent of the UK's start-up businesses are anticipating strong sales growth over the next year, a new study suggests.
The best and worst places for business broadband
With the Government promising to roll out "superfast" broadband by the end of this year, consumer group Which? has revealed just how far behind some businesses are.
British business confidence hits '18-month high'
New research carried out by a leading high street bank suggests that British business confidence hit an 18-month high in May.
More than half of UK SMEs expecting growth within next three years
New research has found that more than half of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from all across the UK are expecting their business to grow over the next three years.
CBI study suggests key sector is booming
23 Jun 2017 Economy, SMEs
Britain's manufacturing industry continues to perform strongly, new figures suggest.
SMEs: 'Internet issues' are the biggest barrier to business productivity
A new study suggests that more than two thirds of UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) believe that 'internet issues' – such as slow broadband and website failures – are the biggest barrier to workplace productivity.
Half of UK businesses hit by at least one cyber-attack last year
Worrying new research has revealed that approximately half of all UK businesses were hit by at least one cyber-attack or security breach in 2016.
FSB study suggests fall in business confidence
A new study carried out by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has revealed a drop in business confidence among Britain's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Economy to grow by 1.7 per cent this year, says ICAEW
19 Jun 2017 Economy
The Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAEW) has predicted that the UK economy will grow by 1.7 per cent this year, despite a slump in growth during the first quarter (Q1).


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Legal Liability for Flint Water Crisis
On January 5, Michigan Governor Rick Snyder declared a state of emergency for the city of Flint and the surrounding Genesee County based on the ongoing health and safety concerns surrounding the city's water supply. Extremely elevated levels of lead have been found in residents' drinking water and in their blood, causing a number of serious health problems and the possibly contributing to a deadly outbreak of Legionnaires' disease.
State officials have announced a "thorough, exhaustive and independent" investigation into the crisis, and the first class action lawsuits against the governor and other state and city officials have already been filed. So who can be held liable for contaminated drinking water?
The source of the contaminated water in Flint has been traced to the city's decision to switch its water source from water from Lake Huron, which it had been using for decades, to water from the Flint River. The problem was that the Flint River water had not been treated with the same anti-corrosion chemicals with which the Lake Huron water had been treated. This allowed rust, iron, and lead from aging pipes to leach into residents' tap water.
The decision to switch water supplies came in early 2014. Flint was under the control of an emergency manager appointed by Gov. Snyder, and the city was trying to save money. Complaints about foul-smelling, bad-tasting, and discolored water began almost immediately after the switch. And the Washington Post reported that local, state, and even federal authorities ignored, denied, or in some cases covered up the problem for over a year.
Legal Claims
The first class action filed in the Flint water crisis was based on a violation of substantive due process, alleging that the decision to switch from clean, healthy water to inadequately treated water caused or increased the risk of harm to citizens. Lawsuits based on lead poisoning could also be standard negligence claims, alleging that city and state officials had a duty of reasonable care to provide clean water to residents and breached that duty by switching to unsafe water.
And, in some cases, courts have found that water is a good, with an implied warranty of merchantability (meaning it is fit for the purpose for which it is sold) and municipalities can be liable for breaching that implied warranty. The law on water contamination lawsuits varies by jurisdiction, so if you've been injured by contaminated drinking water, you should contact an experienced injury attorney near you.
Flint's Water Crisis Reveals Government Failures at Every Level (The Washington Post)
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Q: How to use mysql_fetch_assoc to process records in php?
i am trying to retrieve subject names, there are two types of subjects optional and main. Each student contains optional and main subjects. by using those subject ids i can retrieve the name from subject table.
But in this result only one optional subject name is appearing, is there any problem in my code? pls help me
  $subject_names = array();
for($i=0;$i<count($student_num_data);$i++)
{
    $optional_id_list = mysql_query("SELECT optional_subject_id FROM ms_student WHERE student_id = ".$student_num_data[$i]['student_id']);
    while($row = mysql_fetch_assoc($optional_id_list))
    {
        foreach ($row as $key)
        {
            $optional_subject = mysql_query("SELECT subject_name FROM ms_subject WHERE subject_id = ".$key['optional_subject_id']);
            $optional_subject_name = array();
            while($row1 = mysql_fetch_assoc($optional_subject))
            {
                $optional_subject_name[] = $row1;
            }
        }
    }
    $subject_id_list = mysql_query("SELECT subject_ids FROM subject_config WHERE stream_index =".$stu_stream);
    while($row = mysql_fetch_assoc($subject_id_list))
    {
        foreach ($row as $key)
        {
            $main_subject = mysql_query("SELECT subject_name FROM ms_subject WHERE subject_id = ".$key['subject_ids']);
            $main_subject_name = array();
            while($row3 = mysql_fetch_assoc($main_subject))
            {
                $main_subject_name[] = $row3;
            }
        }
    }
    $subject_names = $main_subject_name[0]['subject_name'].','.$optional_subject_name[0]['subject_name'];

    $small_subject_name=trim($subject_names);//remove whitespace at end of string
    $small_subject_name = str_replace(" ", "-", $small_subject_name); // Replaces all spaces with hyphens.
    $small_subject_name = preg_replace('/[^A-Za-z0-9\-]/', '', $small_subject_name); // Removes special chars.
    $small_subject_name =  preg_replace('/-+/', '-', $small_subject_name); // Removes multiple hyphens.
    $small_subject_name = str_replace("-", " ", $small_subject_name); // Replaces all hyphens with spaces.
    $small_subject_name=strtolower(str_replace(" ","_",$small_subject_name));

    if($stu_class == 11 || $stu_class == 12)
    {
        $subject_statement = $subject_statement."IF(".$small_subject_name."='ab','ab',round(".$small_subject_name.",2)) AS ".$small_subject_name.",";
        $sum_subject_statement = $sum_subject_statement.'IFNULL(`'.$small_subject_name.'`,0) + ';
        /* start by 1022 02-09-2014 */
        $subject_pass_statement .= $small_subject_name." >= 33 AND ";
        $subject_pass_statement = substr($subject_pass_statement,0,strlen($subject_pass_statement)-5);
        $update_pass_statement = "UPDATE ".$table_name." SET class_rank = 'P' WHERE 1=1 ".$track_div_stmnt.$id_stmnt." AND student_id = ".$student_num_data[$i]['student_id']." AND ".$subject_pass_statement;
        $update_pass_query=mysql_query($update_pass_statement);
    }
}

A: This is not about mysql_fetch_assoc function, but about the logic of your code. You are having hard time, mainly because of how your code looks. You are facing too many problems at once, the most reasonable solution here is to:
decompose the problem

*

*Think about what are the main tasks / actions that this code will do.
Let's say:

*

*For every student, we retrieve optional subjects they enrolled.

*Then we retrieve their main subjects they were taking.

*And then we retrieve their results to determine which subjects they have passed and which they did not.

*Start with code that expresses your intetion, use functions that don't exist yet:
 $passStatementForYear = new PassStatement($year);
 $students = getStudentsForSchoolYear($year);
 foreach ($students as $student) {
     $optionalSubjects = loadOptionalSubjectsForStudent($student);
     $mainSubjects = loadMainSubjectsForStudent($student);
     $passReport = prepareReportForStudent(
         $student, $optionalSubjects, $mainSubjects
     );
     updatePassStatementUsingStudentsReport(
         $passStatementForYear, $passReport
     );
 }

*Build missing parts (functions, classes etc.)

Now you just need to take care of those standalone steps. Every function introduces new small problem, which you can take care of in isolate and simple manner. Only then, if you find yourself having issues with mysql_fetch_assoc, refer to the official documentation and example they show:
$sql = "SELECT id as userid, fullname, userstatus
        FROM   sometable
        WHERE  userstatus = 1";

$result = mysql_query($sql);

if (!$result) {
    echo "Could not successfully run query ($sql) from DB: " . mysql_error();
    exit;
}

if (mysql_num_rows($result) == 0) {
    echo "No rows found, nothing to print so am exiting";
    exit;
}

// While a row of data exists, put that row in $row as an associative array
// Note: If you're expecting just one row, no need to use a loop
while ($row = mysql_fetch_assoc($result)) {
    echo $row["userid"];
    echo $row["fullname"];
    echo $row["userstatus"];
}

mysql_free_result($result);


First Women Bank Ltd. (FWBL) and KFC entered into an agreement to facilitate customers on shop at KFC restaurants nationwide. Mrs. Shafqat Sultana President & CEO First Women Bank Ltd. & Mr. Rafiq Rangoonwala CEO CUPOLA Pakistan signed the MOU.
The ATM card holders of FWBL will get 10% discount on their purchasing. The scheme will start from May 8, 2011 (Mothers Day).
The signing ceremony was attended by Ms. Charmaine Hidayatullah Head of Legal, Ms. Shawana Yamin Company Secretary, Ms. Shaheen Zamir Head of Marketing & PR FWBL, Mr. Fuad Hameed Marketing Manager and Ms. Kausar Asif Senior Manager Marketing Services KFC.


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Ultimate Photo Gallery: New 2012 BMW 3 Series
Home » Models » 3 Series » Ultimate Photo Gallery: New 2012 BMW 3 Series
Horatiu Boeriu
October 14, 2011 / 1 minutes read
The new 2012 BMW 3 Series had its world premiere today in Munich. The sixth generation iconic 3 Series comes to market with a new approach in the design language, both inside and outside the car.
The F30 3 Series Sedan was penned by Christian Weil, the very same designed responsible for the 5 Series GT. The interior design was created by Christian Bauer who also designed the current generation 6 Series coupe and convertible.
For the first time, the 3 Series will be offered with the standard packages, Sport Line, Luxury Line and Modern Line, that will take the level of customization to a new level and provide the customers with more upfront options. Customers can therefore adapt the appearance of their car to their personal lifestyle and preferences – in their own way and with eye-catching results. For the company, these new lines will result in additional savings.
For the purists, BMW will continue to offer the aggressive M Sport Package.
Stay tuned for a design analysis by BMWBLOG!
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20 responses to "Ultimate Photo Gallery: New 2012 BMW 3 Series"
StraightSix says:
That retro style M steering wheel is awesome!
fruneed says:
IS GOOD I LIKE IT!…TOUCH IT, IN FRONT YOUR EYES NO COMPARED THAT SEE HERE IN A SIMPLE PC…
NOW LETS COMPARE AUDI A4 AND MERCEDES C….COME ON , IM WAITING…
Amr Naser says:
I thought Bmw wont be able to make a car uglier than the 5 series GT, but then they came up with the new 6 series, then i thought they wont be able to come up with an uglier car , but they came out with the 1 series, and now the ugliest of them all, THE NEW 3 SERIES ,, WHY ???? WHY ??? WHY BMW WHy ??? are you trying to be ugly on purpose ? i love this company but honestly they have lost it
Chubby says:
You think the 6 series is ugly? You have really poor eyesight or may be a bit slow. The new 3 series is a great evolution from the current model. WELL DONE!!
Joe_black_1977 says:
is just a restyling, and there is no reason to change the current with this
you posted this before and you are still absolutely wrong!
Mateo says:
i like new 3 series but the best BMW made after Bangle left is 6 SERIES!!!
Amr naser you may be one of those lexus fan and one of the 3 people of 1000 that dont like new age cars design…evolution is BMW ….BMW is evolution…
Gotta love responses like that. Don't like it – awesome! Go buy something else.
I bet even you don't know what you want. Or you want something that does not exist. But most likely, whatever this is, you can't even afford it. So, you say Kia Sonata design looks better? Come back when you grow up.
Fad says:
i think it is time to bring Bangle back….he is the true designer,now we know how good he is.
ZA01 says:
Wait till this car outsells Mercedes C Class and VW A4. Granted, Bangle was good, but this is taking design to another level. Perhaps some people's minds are not ready to move forward yet?
Brilliant work of art. The interior is quite nice. If you don't like it, go ahead and buy a VW A4. I personally am looking forward to owing one of thes, and can't wait for a test drive…
Asalama1 says:
E90 redefined ????? Yessss
Looks good??? Sure
3 series new shape???? no….
We always expect more from BMW specially when it comes to "design" !!!
TmoE39er says:
I like the new 5, 6, and 7, I can't stand the new 3, mainly the front end. Starting to remind me of the new jetta which also has a terrible front end. Lol at the people who are excited for this car, I'm sure plenty of people agree with me. Besides the e60 this is my least favorite BMW


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Miss Universe Iceland 2017 is Arna Yr Jonsdottir
22-year-old Arna Yr Jonsdottir was crowned Miss Universe Iceland 2017 during the event held Monday night at the Gamla Bio. Arna is a former Miss World Iceland and is currently a student while modeling. She was also a gymnast for 10 years and was a member of the Icelandic national tract and field team as a pole vaulter.
She will represent Iceland at this year's Miss Universe Pageant, scheduled in November.
Arna Yr Jonsdottir, Miss Universe Iceland 2017
Miss Missouri USA 2018 and Miss Missouri Teen USA 2018 crowned
Katarzyna Włodarek appointed Miss Universe Poland 2017


I adore nightlife in Austin. It's one of a kind and I enjoy getting the most out of this city. Through escorting people to the hidden side of the city, I can share what makes Austin so fun. I am the go to person for my friends when trying to find the new things to do in the city.
Everyone knows Austin has a happening nightlife but we will be exploring reservation-only speakeasies in downtown Austin. Drinks and food will be provided at each location. The bars and lounges we are going to are beautifully decorated and delightfully inventive. This is a unique tour in a world famous bar scene that most people will never experience.
This is an all inclusive experience. Food, drinks and gratuity will be included. There is not a dress code but we will be in luxe places so it would be nice to dress up for the decor.


Brother Christopher Patiño recites final vows with Brother Donald Johanson, Visitor of the District of San Francisco.
In an auditorium filled with more than one hundred family members, friends, students, and Brothers, Brother Christopher Patiño made his final vows as a De La Salle Christian Brother on Sunday, June 9th. The mass of final profession was celebrated at his alma mater, Cathedral High School in Los Angeles, CA.
After the ceremony, Brother Christopher thanked the many individuals who helped lead him to this occasion of celebration, including his parents, sisters, friends and colleagues. He also acknowledged the role of his fellow Christian Brothers in accompanying him on his path of faith and vocation formation.
Brother Christopher received the habit in September 2007. He taught at Cathedral High School from 2008 to 2012, when he was assigned to his current position as religion teacher and Dean of Discipline and Student Services at San Miguel High School in Tucson, AZ.


@ID_tiff_1990 is a 29 year old Lesbian Female from Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia. She	is looking for Friendship, Relationship, Chat, Workout Partner and Travel Partner.
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CABE Space needs new members to join its national advisory panel and help improve the quality of public space in England.
Landscape architects, urban designers, public space managers and people working in accessibility and community engagement are required to join the CABE Space enabling panel.
CABE Space's team of panel members provide direct advice and technical support to improve the planning, design and quality of public space.
CABE Space enablers provide expert assistance on a range of levels, from strategic planning to site-specific projects. This includes helping clients to develop open-space strategies and green infrastructure frameworks, alongside work on specific streets and squares.
They work with a wide variety of public sector clients, organisations and community groups through direct advice, training, workshops and seminars.
CABE Space will be hosting an Open Day for potential applicants on 14 November at 1 Kemble Street, London.
Email cedwards@cabe.org.uk for information or to book a place.
The closing date for applications is 28 November. Call 020 7070 6700.