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The protests in Georgia are a Russophobic absurd theatre
The protests in Georgia are an absurdist theatre that has been going on for 30 years. The recent outbreak of protests was carefully planned and prepared in advance. The fascist "Nationalist" opposition was well prepared. There can be no doubt that everything was a meticulously planned and organised provocation. The "protocol incident", when a member of the Russian parliament appeared in the chair of the Parliament's speaker, was only the trigger of the events. Rustaveli Avenue is not only a beloved landmark of the Georgian capital, but also an almost sacred place for the people of Tbilisi, who used to walk on the Avenue just as believers go to the Temple. The opposition has turned the Rustaveli into a fiery volcano with mud-throwing geysers.
This is the price of democracy à la America.
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This is a recurring pro-Kremlin narrative casting civil uprisings in other states as US-funded "colour revolutions", also present in the case of Georgia, Ukraine, Belarus, Venezuela. It is also consistent with multiple pro-Kremlin disinformation narratives about the US and its global role.
The current protests in Georgia were a spontaneous public reaction calling for the resignation of key national officials after Russian State Duma Deputy Sergei Gavrilov sat in the Georgian parliamentary speaker's seat while addressing a council of lawmakers from predominantly Orthodox Christian countries -- the Interparliamentary Assembly on Orthodoxy (IAO). Gavrilov is known for his support of Russia's occupation of Georgia's Abkhazia and South Ossetia regions, which is a particularly hot-button issue for Georgians.
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Reported in: Issue 155
Language/target audience: Russian
Country: United States, Russia, US, Georgia
Keywords: Protest, US presence in Europe, Colour revolutions, Nazi/Fascist
Outlet: News Front
Joe Biden is behind the protests in Georgia
Joe Biden, the US presidential candidate, is behind the latest protests in Georgia, in which he has financial interests. Biden's commercial interests are linked to the deep-sea port project in Anaklia which will be accomplished only in one case – if Mikheil Saakashvili returns to Georgia.
No proof is given. Recurring pro-Kremlin narrative claiming that public protests (also known as colour revolutions) in various countries are organised/ financed by the US, and bringing into the mix two other narratives relevant for Georgia.
This is not the first time Biden is linked to Georgia. Previously Russian TV spread disinformation as if Joe Biden is behind the human organ trading organised by Mikheil Saakashvili and his wife.
Russian people in the Baltic States are forced to speak the local languages
It is not normal when in the Baltic States a large number of Russian people are called a minority and are forced to speak exclusively the local languages.
A recurring pro-Kremlin disinformation narrative about discrimination of Russian language speakers in the Baltic States and Russophobia there. See most recent stories on the alleged suppression of Russian language in Lithuania and Latvia.
Russians are not able to defend the Russian language in Belarus and Ukraine
Many people resent that Russians are not able to defend the Russian language on Belarusian and Ukrainian territories in such a way so that everyone speaks Russian there.
No evidence given. A recurring narrative on the suppression of the Russian language in the former Soviet republics which are independent states at the present time.
The Russian language has the official status in Belarus. In practice, the majority of official correspondence, state media and education in Belarus operate in Russian. See a previous story on this topic here.
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Cases in the EUvsDisinfo database focus on messages in the international information space that are identified as providing a partial, distorted, or false depiction of reality and spread key pro-Kremlin messages. This does not necessarily imply, however, that a given outlet is linked to the Kremlin or editorially pro-Kremlin, or that it has intentionally sought to disinform. EUvsDisinfo publications do not represent an official EU position, as the information and opinions expressed are based on media reporting and analysis of the East Stratcom Task Force.


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We aim to optimally integrate between local integral practices and western permaculture concepts by observing, learning and working with local communities.
Chaikuni's aim is to combine the best of both indigenous wisdom and modern knowledge to create sustainable and reciprocal alternatives to the current model of linear development and the widespread adoption of soil-depleting monocultures. By creating a meaningful, reciprocal dialogue and praxis between local indigenous and mestizo Amazonian farmers on one hand and Chaikuni's professional agro-forestal engineers and permaculture experts on the other, we are experimenting with novel, healthy and sustainable ways to interact with the environment, its people and the local economies that sustain our land along the Nanay river. Our long term vision is to empower local communities to shift to more sustainable, ecological and financially-sound practices.
Chaikuni draws upon the concept of sumak kawsay, or "Buen Vivir" in the timeless Quechua wisdom tradition. This is a concept that was shared by many indigenous societies throughout the world, and at its root lies the understanding of the ecosystem as an harmonious continuum of interdependency between living beings and the environment that sustains them. Under this view, causing damage to the ecosystem is akin to causing damage to ourselves. A key component of this embodied, lived philosophy, is the agricultural practice knows as chacra integral. It is defined as an agricultural unit that, following ecological criteria, mimics nature in order to make the best rational use of the land, harmoniously combining cultivation and livestock in order to achieve socioeconomic auto-sufficiency and development for a rural family.
We seek to inspire people, both locals and visitors, to get closer to nature and become agents of change in order to rescue and preserve ancestral endangered agricultural and cultural knowledge.
The chacra integral, or "integral small farm or ranch", also sometimes referred to as chacras indigenas or chacras tradicionales, were the ancestral models of sustainable and diversified agricultural production and cultivation proliferating all over pre-conquest South America. With the arrival of European colonizers and traders, as production methods shifted from local sustenance-based models towards the massive shipping of goods continentally and globally, this knowledge was progressively lost in favor of the increasing implementation of monocultures, which reached its peak from the mid-20th century and onwards. Today, the problem has been exacerbated due to the acute demand of produce coming from the big cities, both locally and globally, and most farming communities have adopted slash-and-burn styles that rapidly impoverish the soils and decimate the local environments.
Being inseparable from this worldview, a chacra integral translates into a production system that allows an extended family of farmers to cover a wide range of vital needs such as food, employment, income, medicine, shelter, company and craft-making, while being stewards and protectors of their environment. This is achieved through a highly diversified and high-yielding system of intertwined agricultural, forestal and livestock-related activities, which in turn provide refuse that is used as food for the livestock and the fish-farms and as raw materials for the production of arts and crafts. Since different crops bear fruit during different times of the year, such a system allows the chacra to maximize production by yielding a variety of harvests all year long, diminishing the dependence of the local families on the fluctuations of the markets. Furthermore, this practice is, in essence, a humanistic practice that acknowledges and empowers the farmer and his family as the primary architects of their own development: agriculture as an essential component of the general culture.
According to Chaikuni's Forest Engineer Silvia del Aguila Reyna, the dangers of extensive monoculture and slash-and-burn style chacras have been presented through workshops and other interventions to local rural communities in the district of Loreto as early as during the 1980's, yet there has been little to no practical incentives or support since to help farmers transition into a more sustainable practice. In present time, the practice of chacras integrales has almost disappeared from the Peruvian rural landscape, in favor of the ubiquitous yuca plantations which yield crops for two or three years after which the land is completely depleted and infertile, leaving behind a purma: a barren and unusable regrowth space that may take several years to recover. But not everything is yet lost: diverse groups have shifted away from slash-and burn monocultures and back to their ancestral practices, such as the Kandoshi people along the Pastaza river, who in the early 1990's were already implementing chacras integrales, as have done since some Achuar and Kichwa communities in the upper Huasaga river.

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New Series of 'How to' Videos Released
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Silverson Machines Ltd have recently released a series of 'How to' videos on their YouTube channel intended to demonstrate how to get the best results from various key ingredients in the pharmaceutical industry.
The series includes 'How to' information on applications such as Mixing Xanthan Gum and Dispersing Titanium Dioxide.
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The Northwestern College theatre department will present American playwright Lauren Gunderson's "Silent Sky" Feb. 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25 in the Allen Black Box Theatre. The show will begin at 7:30 each of those evenings; there will also be a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday, Feb. 18.
Written in 2015 and set in the early 1900s, "Silent Sky" is the true story of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt. The play brings to life the wonder and brilliance of the night sky while exploring the perseverance and passion displayed by women in the face of adversity.
According to Molly Wiebe Faber, NWC assistant professor of theatre and director of "Silent Sky," all of the female astronomers portrayed in the play were real people who made discoveries that changed our understanding of space.
"Audiences will be captivated by the passion and quick wit displayed by the female characters," she says. "These women had to move mountains to prove they were capable of doing work they were overqualified to do—and they did so with humor and grit."
Tickets for "Silent Sky" are $10 for adults, $5 for students ages 13 to 18, and free for children 12 and under. Tickets go on sale Feb. 8 and can be reserved at nwciowa.edu/tickets or by calling the box office at 712-707-7098 or emailing boxoffice@nwciowa.edu.
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We love how Owl Lighting have created a scheme around layers of lighting, enabling different moods and atmospheres at the flick of a switch. The house, which was designed to maximise daylight, also looks amazing at night.
Continuing the exploration of their love of trees, Cox London created the Olive chandelier after a single stem found its way into the sketchbook. The glass accents amidst the 'branches', which are a loose tangle of metal and glass, are subtly symbolic of fruit and bring the foliage to life.
Guinevere is renowned for their flair in combining styles of furniture and objects. Home to a myriad of decorative antiques, including lighting spanning many eras, their King's Road shop is a treasure trove of delights.
The visual impact of the layered lighting in this space, from floating effects under kitchen islands to uplit window reveals, has enhanced and complemented its architectural features. John Cullen Lighting designs all of their lights in-house and promise to "inspire with light".
We love this pair of 19th Century Louis XV-style gilt bronze lanterns. Sourced and supplied by Julia Boston Antiques, their shop on the King's Road has become a destination for interior designers, architects and collectors.
What's not to love about this beautiful hanging Clover lantern by Charles Edwards. This restored column barn outdoor room is used for entertaining and dining and this antique lantern adds a touch of warmth and style.
This elegant table lamp incorporates elements of ancient art and Art Deco. Mari Ianiq uses pearls and gemstones to create unique lighting solutions for any space.
In this living room designed by Light House Designs, recessed up lights were used in the floor by the doors to the terrace. The effect of the light reflecting off the ceiling subconciously lifts the spirits, even on a dull grey day.
In this project, Kate Beard Lighting enhanced the architecture of this living room through clever use of lighting.
John Cullen Lighting highlighted key features throughout this garden, including the front and back façades, covered walkways, sculptures and the old Victorian pool.
Light IQ worked closely with the architects on this penthouse apartment, allowing the lighting to provide the neccessary theatre.
Hannah Woodhouse Lighting create contemporary lighting with a strong sculptural aesthetic.
We love this dining room that features Jamb's Apsley copper lights, Cruxton table and Cobblers stools.
Samarkand Design & Textiles' lampshades bring together the vibrant and the eclectic, reflecting the stories of craftsmanship from across the world.
Rosi de Ruig works with both hand marbled and reproduction papers to make distinctive lampshades from British homes.


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An Alternative Guide to your Maldives Holiday
Often, when we think of the Maldives, we picture azure seas lapping fine white sand. We occasionally think of those pointy elegant bungalows sitting proudly on stilts above calm clear waters. The Maldives is also synonymous with a special kind of hospitality; that of 'barefoot luxury'.... READ MORE
How to Visit the Maldives on a Budget
Let's be truthful, when we think about a beach holiday of some kind, there are a few factors that are absolutely necessary. First, there should be clear blue skies and hot sunny days. Second, a fair amount of azure water should be present. Finally, a good portion of powdery sand should be available to all parties... READ MORE
Top Ways to Splurge in South East Asia
Travelling for long periods of time is a real privilege, which takes planning, saving and determination. However, unless you are independently wealthy, if you are on a 6 month tour, you will be on a budget... READ MORE
Swimming with Whale Sharks in the Philippines
Sometimes when you're travelling, there is somewhere special you want to go, and if you're on a traveller's budget, then you have to generally go by the cheapest mode of transport possible.
One of these special places for us was Donsol in the Philippines... READ MORE
Off the Beaten Track - Philippines
As a traveller it's often customary to try and assert the difference between being a traveller and a tourist. I'm not entirely sure why people do this other than ego boosting, but I've heard people say 'no, I'm a traveller' many times... READ MORE
The time we were attacked by monkeys
I have to tell you now, going into the jungle on Borneo in the wet season isn't the best of ideas. Sometimes when you travel, certainly when you're just randomly going to places because Air Asia had a cheap flight (like on this particular trip), you have to make the best of things... READ MORE
A Komodo Fairy Tale
I'm sure when you were a child there were places that you saw on TV and in books, that you thought looked amazing but never expected to visit? READ MORE
Top 10 Dive Sites in Indonesia
Indonesia, an archipelago of over 17,000 islands, lies within the famed `Coral Triangle`. This triangle (or, as some call it, the Amazon of the seas) contains an astonishing diversity of marine animals, fish and coral species. The popular belief is that many fish and coral species originated here, reproduced, then spread out further into the waters of South East Asia... READ MORE
6 Reasons to Visit Nha Trang, Vietnam
With the alluring Vietnam featuring on many traveller's itineraries, it's no small wonder that the country has undergone a major tourism boost in the last few years. For those wanting to experience the Thailand of ten years ago, then a visit to this nation of 90 million people is a must... READ MORE
5 Surprises in South East Asia
With South East Asia being a huge draw for tourists every year, it's no surprise that it's getting harder and harder to find a tiny little space just for you. The emergence of cheaper flights from Europe and America has opened up the South East Asian countries to whole new levels of travellers arriving at airports... READ MORE
5 Bangkok Highlights
Travellers of all types have flocked to the vibrant and chaotic city of Bangkok for many years, and with a fantastic infrastructure, it shows no sign of slowing down. However, one common mistake that tourists and holidaymakers make, is neglecting to explore beyond the recommendations from the guidebook... READ MORE
3 Top Chocolate Experiences
There is something about Chocolate that has captured our hungry imaginations for a long time now. As far back as 1400 BC, Cacao has been used as a natural remedy, health drink, anti-oxidant and general, all-round delicious thing to consume... READ MORE
That time we were stoned off a desert island
This is one of ten fun stories from ten years of travelling - it's ten because I had ten weeks before we were going on our next trip and it forced me to write one a week (I know that's an over use of the word ten :) - the rest are here - read more about this adventure HERE
Destinations: Asia - South America - Africa - Europe - The Middle East
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FOX & Friends host Pete Hegseth admits on air he never washes his hands.
Not being one who watches FOX News I had to look up who this yahoo is and, according to his Wikipedia profile, he's a graduate of both Princeton (BA) and Harvard (MPP) so his views that germs don't exist because he can't see them is surprising. I suppose he must not have taken any science classes in his time in school. Unsurprisingly he considers himself a Christian, which implies that his need to see things in order for them to exist has some exceptions.
On the plus side, if he sticks to his resolution to "say things on air that I say off air" then chances are he'll be unemployed before too much longer. Which is a shame as his lack of hygiene may be our best bet for bringing down FOX News.
Hat tip to Crooks and Liars for the video clip.


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Pellagra in a Man With a History of Alcohol Abuse
Julie Joseph, MD
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Andy Mcwilliams, MD
For 4 months, a 45-year-old man with a history of alcohol abuse had made multiple visits to the emergency department (ED) and a dermatology clinic for evaluation of a diffuse, scaly, and intensely pruritic rash. The rash, which was photosensitive, had started on his upper extremities and spread proximally to the trunk and lower extremities.
Because of the pruritic nature of his rash, he was given empiric treatment for scabies with antihistamines and topical corticosteroids. Over the next few months, edema developed in the lower extremities and the rash progressed. In follow-up clinic visits, these new changes were attributed to medication adverse effects, yet he continued to be treated under the assumption that this was scabies.
Approximately 3 months later, the patient presented to the ED in acute renal failure (creatinine level, 9.16 mg/dL). He was cachectic and dehydrated and had a diffuse macular, erythematous, scaling rash on the bilateral upper and lower extremities (A and B), abdomen (C), and lower back (D).
Closer examination of the patient's history revealed a 30-lb weight loss from 6 months of emesis, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dysgeusia, and intermittent dysphagia. Cognitive symptoms included mental confusion, short-term memory loss, and visual hallucinations of parasites crawling out of his skin. The patient admitted to drinking 18 to 24 alcoholic beverages daily for several years, although his dysgeusia had led to abstinence from drinking for 4 months before presentation. A diagnosis of pellagra was made on the basis of the characteristics of his rash, presence of diarrhea, cognitive impairment, history of alcoholism, and poor nutrition. No definitive laboratory test exists for the diagnosis of pellagra.
Upper GI endoscopy revealed erosive esophagitis and duodenitis consistent with mucosal inflammation. Test results showed no evidence of the presence of heavy metal or Clostridium difficile infection.
The patient was rehydrated with intravenous fluids and given vitamin supplementation. During the initial phase of hospitalization, his kidney function normalized, cognition improved, and the rash regressed significantly. GI symptoms also diminished, and the patient was able to tolerate a low-calorie diet.
Approximately 1 week after his initial impressive improvement, this patient became anemic, oliguric, and hypoxic. Chest films revealed bilateral airspace consolidation, consistent with acute respiratory distress syndrome. Broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy was initiated, but the patient required intubation. Within days, septic shock developed; the patient became hypothermic and hypotensive and required multiple vasopressors. Despite aggressive resuscitation, renal failure ensued, as did fulminant liver failure, evidenced by hypoalbuminemia, thrombocytopenia, and coagulopathy. Ultimately, his family decided to transition him to hospice care.
This case dramatically illustrates the consequences of a late diagnosis of pellagra-or niacin (vitamin B3) deficiency. This condition is rare among those who live in developed countries. The classic presentation is diarrhea, dementia, and dermatitis. However, in patients who are alcoholics or who have anorexia, malnutrition, or malabsorption syndromes, the presentation may be atypical.1 In these cases, patients often present with vague GI symptoms that precede the rash and diarrhea.2
Pellagra can manifest with a spectrum of neurological symptoms, including hallucinations, which can progress to delirium and coma.3 Because the function of many organs depends on niacin absorption, prolonged deficiency can lead to multiple organ failure if a timely diagnosis is not made.1,4
This case highlights the importance of including pellagra and other nutritional deficiencies in the differential diagnosis in alcoholics who present with nonspecific complaints in the presence or absence of skin lesions. Paramount to early diagnosis and treatment is a thorough history and physical examination, and an appropriately broad differential. Pellagra can be treated successfully when it is diagnosed early; a delayed diagnosis can have lethal consequences.
REFERENCES:1. Hegyi J, Schwartz RA, Hegyi V. Pellagra: dermatitis, dementia, and diarrhea. Int J Dermatol. 2004;43:1-5.
2. Nogueira A, Duarte AF, Magina S, Azevedo F. Pellagra associated with esophageal carcinoma and alcoholism. Dermatol Online J. 2009;15:8.
3. Ishii N, Nishihara Y. Pellagra among chronic alcoholics: clinical and pathological study of 20 necropsy cases. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry. 1981;44:209-215.
4.Prousky JE. Pellagra may be a rare secondary complication of anorexia nervosa: a systematic review of the literature. Altern Med Rev. 2003;8:180-185.
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Content from the Brookings Doha Center is now archived. In September 2021, after 14 years of impactful partnership, Brookings and the Brookings Doha Center announced that they were ending their affiliation. The Brookings Doha Center is now the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, a separate public policy institution based in Qatar.
Earlier this week, a satirical Facebook post announced that the Egyptian Army engineers have developed an Egyptian dollar to combat the continued rise of the U.S. dollar. The new and improved $100 note features Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi's photo instead of Benjamin Franklin's.
Another post shows a video of Karam, a simple man from upper Egypt, revealing his secret to getting a favorable exchange rate for converting Egyptian pounds to dollars. Karam simply lays the Egyptian pound notes out, covers them with his scarf, and sings nationalistic songs to them—afterwards, he reveals a pile of fresh $1 notes. The video has since made it to mainstream media, with a news presenter sarcastically suggesting that Karam be appointed minister of finance.
These posts—just two recent examples of many—reflect the Egyptians' pessimism about worsening economic conditions. With the resurgent authoritarianism under Sissi, it seems now the only way they can respond is with satire.
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Big promises meet reality
In a classic authoritarian bargain, President Sissi came to power two years ago promising security, stability, and economic prosperity in exchange for near-total political control. Now, that bargain is in the process of breaking down, since he's failed to deliver on all three fronts.
The ISIS-inspired insurgency in the Sinai Peninsula continues to fester, and since 2013, terror attacks have struck several Egyptian cities. The downing of the Russian jet in the Sinai Peninsula has brought down tourist arrivals. The murder of Italian PhD student Giulio Regenihas delivered a blow to Egypt's relations with Italy and the EU. Protests erupted when the government suddenly transferred the sovereignty of two islands to Saudi Arabia this April. The government responded by locking people up, and many remain in jail to date on the charge of "spreading rumors about the disputed Red Sea islands Tiran and Sanafir." In addition, incidents of sectarian violence continue to flare up. To many, Egypt seems to be moving backward, not forward.
On the economic front, too, Sissi has over-promised and under-delivered. The Egyptian pound continues to lose value, and unemployment remains high. Since Sissi came to power, overall unemployment has fallen slightly from 13.3 percent to 12.7 percent in the first quarter of 2016—but youth unemployment remains high, at 31.3 percent. In a new policy published yesterday titled "Educated but Unemployed: The Challenge Facing Egypt's Youth," I argue that if the Egyptian government does not deal with the specific problem of youth unemployment soon, it will likely face instability—and perhaps another uprising—in the years to come.
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Egyptian economic policy: See no evil, hear no evil
In spite of this situation, the Sissi government continues to obsess over ultra-nationalistic and grandiose projects that will create desperately needed jobs in the short term—but likely not enough.
Egypt embarked on a major project to widen the Suez Canal, for example. The head of the Suez Canal Authority once predicted that the larger canal would generate $100 billion in one year. Egypt spent $8 billion on the project, and Sissi (dressed in full military regalia) opened it last year with a spectacle involving cruising in King Farouk's yacht, al Mahrousa, in front of international dignitaries. A year later, the number of container ships passing through the canal is down by 3 percent, due to lower oil prices and preferences for the cheaper (but longer) route around the Cape of Good Hope.
The government also announced flashy plans to build a new capital, adjacent to Cairo, at the Sharm el Shiekh investment conference in 2015. One year later, the project has stalled over disagreements between the government and one of the main Emirati developers. There's considerable debate over whether the new capital is even needed, or whether Egypt would be better served by improving Cairo's existing infrastructure and directing resources to education and health care.
Egyptian air force planes parade in front of a cargo container ship crossing the new section of the Suez Canal after the opening ceremony of the new Suez Canal, in Ismailia, Egypt, August 6, 2015. Egypt staged a show of international support on Thursday as it inaugurated a major extension of the Suez Canal which President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi hopes will power an economic turnaround in the Arab world's most populous country. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh.
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As these political spectacles continue to unfold, the problem of youth unemployment continues to fester. The policy brief analyses some of the root causes of the youth unemployment problem in Egypt. In particular, it sheds light on ongoing problems in the Egyptian higher education system: although public universities churn out thousands of graduates every year, many are unlikely to find employment in their respective fields.
The brief also highlights the growing youth bulge. Demographic pressures mean that the Egyptian labor market is increasingly unable to cope with the number of new job seekers. The size of the youth population (ages 15 to 29) has increased from 13.3 million in 1988 to 17.4 million in 1998 and 22.2 million in 2006.
In the brief, I make four key policy recommendations: reform the higher education sector and its funding model; invest further in vocational training; increase the emphasis on entrepreneurship; and take steps to increase the participation of women in the work force.
There is no silver bullet for dealing with youth unemployment, in Egypt or elsewhere. For these recommendations to have a chance at succeeding, they must be implemented within the context of an overall economic development policy that puts job creation at its center. Some policy changes may yield results at a faster pace, while others—such as reform of the tertiary sector—will take years.
The important step, now, is for the Egyptian government to acknowledge the urgency of the challenges it faces. If youth unemployment in Egypt is not addressed head-on (and soon), the government might as well start printing Sissi dollars and appoint Karam as minister of finance, as it seems nothing else is really working.
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Have you been thinking about starting your own online business? Once the very thought of it comes along, it seems like a new friend suddenly popped into your life as it takes on a form of its own. Every day, you're thinking about it here and there. It's very exciting!
Starting an online business has so many wonderful benefits; I highly recommend it to anyone thinking about it. Today more than ever, there are so many incredibly free valuable resources to learn about getting it started. You can listen to podcasts on iTunes in the Business category, watch and learn about it on YouTube, read a near endless supply of books on the topic, ask others, and of course "Google it".
Great news for all future online business owners, there's more free information available than anyone could possibly consume to learn how to start their own business and launching it on the web!
Are you ready to start you own side business soon?!
I listened to countless hours of podcasts, read books, watched many on YouTube share their excitement and know how, and of course I "Googled it" like crazy to learn about this and that to get started. There are powerful themes from all this outstanding and valuable information including specific steps to take and tips galore. Again, I highly recommend consuming it.
Yet, there are a few hidden truths that were merely whispered once within the sea of information to start your own business. Even after swimming in the vast sea for over year, well I was caught off guard by these because frankly they really weren't either mentioned or highlighted. I'm still all for anyone jumping into the friendly waters, however carry these 3 hidden truths with you going in as if it's your life preserver; at least until you learn how to swim in these new deep blue waters.
It's going to take time, plenty of your time to get this started. Though you can literally start your business within a week, the reality is it takes months for it to really take hold. That includes many hours of your time every week. At least 20, though it could be 30 or more during the initial 4-8 weeks. Then it will require a steady minimum 20 hours, though again be prepared to spend more.
Unless you had an extra 20-30+ hours per week completely free, you will need to make an adjustment in your lifestyle in order to accommodate the time necessary to get your online business up and heading in the right direction. Think about what you will swap out of your life to make room for your new, exciting venture.
What's going to take so much time?
Well for starters you will be fine tuning what the purpose of your business is, defining the exact type of people you will be serving, the domain name & name of your business, colors, mission statement, logo, tag line, and product(s) and/or service(s) for starters.
Then there is your platform, in other words your home base which is your own website. Though you can literally get yours up in less than 15 minutes, that's merely the first baby step. You will be spending hours, days, and potentially days getting it shaped up by yourself.
There is the marketing side too. You'll need to have a free opt-in in order to attract your audience to be incented to sign up to receive it by providing their email? Naturally you will create your opt-in. When it comes to social media, it's not nearly enough just to be "out there". You need to be interacting, engaging in social media.
These are just for starters and take time, lots of it including time spent learning about them as you go. For there is only so much you can remember during your initial investigation while surfing the web, tuning into podcasts, reading books, and YouTube views.
Be prepared to commit the time necessary to get it up and running with these initial areas and put in the hard work to make it happen. It's well worth it!
The good news is you do not ever need to write a line of code to get your online business started and thriving. However, at a minimum you will need to get comfy with technology and proficient with products such as WordPress for your website and blog.
You need to roll up your shirt-sleeves or be prepared to "lose your shirt" financially paying others to take care of that end.
If you are one of those people that claim you are "not technical" nor want to be, then you'll be fine as long as you have about $5-$10K for starters. Though if you are fine welcoming learning the basics of building your website, then it will practically only cost you pocket change to get started.
The old saying "Time is Money" rings true for an online business.
Since getting your website up and running in good shape does not require any programming, you can definitely do it. The learning curve to do so depends upon your technical aptitude. Today, it's easier than ever to get your website up and looking sharp using the 100's of free or premium themes available, let alone sites like Square Space and Shopify that offer you the ability to simply do some configurations. However even with any of these, it will still take embracing technology. As simple as they make it today, they all still have their own learning curves to get things set up. Having your own website isn't as simple as "set it and forget it" by any stretch of the imagination.
Best to simply let go of any anxiety and resistance to not being a "technical person" and instead embrace this new, amazing world that offers so much that can ultimately lead you to being a proud business owner. This is a key to your initial success, because it typically takes months before you will receive substantial income from your new journey. Even if you do have the extra money to pay others, it can become disheartening spending a chunk up front for months without much or any income to become profitable, let alone just to offset the expenditures paying others to deal with the technology.
When it comes to an online business, at first money doesn't grow on trees. Rather money grows slow and steady like a tree.
Though there are plenty of successful, viable online businesses, they typically take time to generate serious income. What's my definition of serious income? It's income worthy of paying your rent or mortgage at the least, at best it's affording you a better lifestyle beyond that.
Take the minimum viable approach to creating your business. This is not ground-breaking news, though a hefty reminder because it's easy to quickly spend a lot of money, creating for your business, before you have a customer. Best to first ask around, others that would be ideal candidates for your new products or services, to see if they would buy them before you build them. Heck, if they offer to give money upfront in order to secure a better price or first delivery, then better yet. It's surely not wise to invest money to build a big inventory of products that you have never sold before.
Income typically takes time for online businesses when first starting. Sure, there are exceptions to this rule. They are few and far between.
Once you have the idea for your new business, think about how you will monetize it and make a plan for how it will be marketed and sold. It's not a real business until someone is paying you.
Sure, you can sell a $1.99 eBook within the first day of launching your business. However plan to have a viable business generating income worthy of your lifestyle, anything else is just a pocket change business. Building a viable business to generate this level of income will take months, at least 6 though likely closer to 12.
Note – While on the topic of financials, if you are going to partner with someone, even your best friend create a legal agreement. This way neither of you will be burned should one or both of you decide to go in different directions down the road. No sense in starting a business only to wind up losing all kinds of money because you partnered and there was no clear understanding of who is entitled in this regard.
Did you sense a theme in starting your online business? It's timely. However in time all your persistence, patience, and hard work will payoff handsomely.
My experience is that many Internet marketers are providing huge free value as well as having tremendous paid programs or products you can benefit from while starting your online business. However they don't mention or at least emphasize the timing factor much or in some cases not at all. Though their programs and products are usually very helpful and valuable, when jumping at these shiny objects too soon and too often, they will be collecting virtual dust; in some cases never to be used.
Proceed ahead in starting your online business when you're ready to make the commitment in time as it folds in as a new area into your lifestyle. Don't be afraid of technology, most of it is user friendly. Like learning and using most technology, exercise persistence, patience, and hard work and it will become your new best friend as it saves you more time and money in the long run. As you work towards monetizing your business, the fruits of your labor will come through in time and grow.
Now that you grabbed this life preserver, you're ready to dive in headfirst and enjoy a smooth and sometimes bumpy ride that will eventually provide new views and experiences that will greatly enhance your life. Now that you know the waters ahead, you are prepared for a successful journey. If you're like me in the beginning, you may have lots of questions. Please do post them here, I will be delighted to answer them for you so your ship can set sail!
This guest post was written by Dean Patino, Founder of Top 5 Percent Income.
Top 5 Percent Income help "people raise their income level substantially by sharing the proven, honest methods Top 5 Percent Income professionals use to achieve it." They do this by providing a short video tip of the day, a weekly podcast and an informative blog.
Great post Dean. On the outside, it can look so easy but your right it takes a lot of time and money. For anyone just getting started there are some great lessons here.
So true, Alex. While it really does look easy, the learning curve can be steep. At the moment I'm teaching myself Adobe Illustrator and InDesign. Both a financial expense and time consuming – but I'm getting there. It's a matter of keeping your eyes on the goal and the rewards are definitely worth it.
Yes, TIME was, and still is, the number one thing that kept me from growing my own online venture faster. I was working 40 hours at my day job, then 40 hours on my podcast and blog. My lifestyle definitely changed because of what I wanted to do online.
Great article, fantastic points, and I love the overall message. Much to takeaway here. Thank you!
Paul, I agree. I am still working a full time job and a part time job. So time is certainly scarce. Hopefully though, lifestyle will change again further down the track … Keep up the good work Paul, the time sacrifices now will be worth it in the end.
Wow – no joke, Dean! These are absolutely 3 hidden truths that I feel prevent so many businesses from ever getting started. You've gotta have that drive and motivation to stick with it, even when it seems like you're not getting anywhere… or that you're all alone… Thanks for the great post here – I was nodding my head the entire time!
So true, Kate. I think the motivation and feeling like you're all alone is one place where masterminds can make a difference; but ultimately you must have the drive and commitment within yourself to see it through.
All very true… But I want to add, I always thought of myself as a technical person, but when I started my first website, I was still overwhelmed by some of the things I needed to do to have it looking right. However, I learned later that I wasn't using the best tool for my level. I've found that if something seems impossible, I either need a better process or a better tool. All things are possible. Especially those things that so many others have done before. It is always good to get out there and try it. As Dean mentioned, although a huge time commitment to see results, you can ease into it and try it out for virtually no risk. Thanks for the post, Dean and Christine!
I know what you mean Sandy. I have always seem myself as very competent technically but have recently been really struggling with InDesign. However, with perseverance I am starting to see results. Thanks for taking the time to comment, Sandy.
Good information. Especially the part about people who say they are not technically inclined — which is basically me. 😉 Thanks for writing this!
Thanks Justin. The good news is anyone can surely take a business online and be incredibly successful sans a technical background when they have the funds to support that route. The recent study where 66% percent of Top 5 Percent Income earners stated they achieved that level ONLY because they were technically proficient shows an enlightening trend.
Dean, you have yet to write something that I don't nod my head to with enthusiasm. I have to strongly agree with the misconception that you don't have to invest anything to start an Internet business. HA! And those who really do well put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into it….and many hours, either on their own or through VAs, etc…Like anything, there is no magic bullet and I love that you continuously point that out!
I agree Amber, there is so much to learn from Dean.
Great post Dean! I particularly like your take on "money doesn't grow on trees. Rather money grows slow and steady like a tree." This is so true and brilliant. Lots of people think it will be quick or there's a magic bullet and investing in it will do the trick. Your post shows how to do it steady, smart and to buckle up for a great ride!
Love that quote too Maritza. Thanks for commenting.
GREAT Post Dean! It is funny how in this online industry it does seem that people are overnight successes and just by launching the platform the followers will be there. It is truly a journey of patience and endurance. I sure appreciate your post! Thanks.
Excellent article Dean, some gems in here that have taken me years to learn and continue to grasp. I started 4 years ago on my internet journey, I'm still to make it financially viable. It would have helped to have had someone like you showing me the ropes. A mentor I'm realising now can be priceless. Great information.


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So we've learned by now that the digital market's genuinely great in Australia, but let's be honest – the market's not the only reason people uproot their lives and move to the other side of the world.
I wanted to find out what Sydney had to offer outside of the 9 to 5, so I grabbed my board wax and my factor 90, wriggled into my wetsuit and went to talk to Joao da Costa, SEO Manager at Open Colleges.
That's Joao on the right. That's not me on the left.


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Guatemala is ecologically rich, but vulnerable to natural disasters and climate change, both of which hit rural and indigenous farmers hardest.
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Heifer International started working in Guatemala in 1970, distributing livestock to rural farmers during the country's long civil war. Since 2010, we have focused our work in six departments: Izabal, Alta and Baja Verapaz, Petén, Huehuetenango and Sololá.
More than 498,000 families supported by our work.
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Q: How to insert List into ObjectDB I have a class called "Matricula" which contains a String and a List
@Id
private String dni;

@ManyToMany(targetEntity = Asignatura.class)
private List<Asignatura> asignaturas;

The problem is that when I try to insert "Matricula" into the database, it only gets the @Id of "Asignatura", the rest of it is null.
ObjectDB
I've checked the "Matricula" before the insert and its all good. Any idea?


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Jive Community: why aren't you making your Support cases public?
We are in the process of planning a bit of a facelift for the public Jive Training and Support Resources to make it easier to navigate, share with, and learn from your peers. But first, we want to know why you choose not to make your support cases public (for those of you who DO make them public, thank you!).
We're interested in understanding where there's any confusion, misconceptions, or "other" that prevents you from sharing your support cases with your peers.
Let us know, and we'll work to make the approprate changes.


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Q: Why " Keywait " in Autohotkey cause two letters be replaced during typing? I have this script:
#IfWinActive Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary
$m::
KeyWait,m,T0.25
If (ErrorLevel)
 {
    Click, 210,563, 10
    sleep,100
    Send, {Down}
    KeyWait,m
 }
    Else
    {
        Send, m
    }
return
 $i::
KeyWait, i, T0.25
If (ErrorLevel) {
    Loop 7
        Click, 768,192,3
} else {
    Send, i
}
return

But when I type the letters m and i fast to type " mi " it types " im " instead. but when I type them slower, no problem occurs. why this happens and How can I fix this issue?

A: I think this quote from the Threads page is relevant here:

Although AutoHotkey doesn't actually use multiple threads, it simulates some of that behavior: If a second thread is started -- such as by pressing another hotkey while the previous is still running -- the current thread will be interrupted (temporarily halted) to allow the new thread to become current. If a third thread is started while the second is still running, both the second and first will be in a dormant state, and so on.
When the current thread finishes, the one most recently interrupted
will be resumed, and so on, until all the threads finally finish.

I believe when you type i after m, in a quick manner while the m keywait is still inside the timeout, it pauses that keywait and runs i's.
As to how to fix this, merely add Critical in the m hotkey, note this will make it so no other hotkey will run before this one is done, it will however queue things up:
#IfWinActive Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary
$m::
Critical
KeyWait,m,T0.25
If (ErrorLevel)
{
    Click, 210,563, 10
    sleep,100
    Send, {Down}
    KeyWait,m
} else {
    Send, m
}
return

$i::
KeyWait, i, T0.25
If (ErrorLevel) {
    Loop 7
        Click, 768,192,3
} else {
    Send, i
}
return

A: I've find the following code  here by the user " Rohwedder " on a forum of autohotkey site.
#IfWinActive Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary
~$m::
KeyWait,m,T0.25
If (ErrorLevel)
{
    Click, 210,563, 10
    sleep,100
    Send, {Down}
}
return
~$i::
KeyWait, i, T0.25
If (ErrorLevel)
    Loop 7
        Click, 768,192,3
return

It worked perfectly for me but I realized by writing the keywait in this way, when I hold for example m for few seconds unlike  the script on my question it first type an "m" on the search bar, then do the functions I defined for it (clicking and sending down). so my first expression was trying to fix previous code as suggested in other answer by @Josh by using critical . but I had some issues with it too!
Finally I used the above code by a little adjustments: I added this
   sleep,50
   send,{backspace}

below each hotkey (at first lines inside if)  so the result is deleting extra letter that is made by holding a key immediately and then it did functions I defined for it instantly.
So the problem is solved !


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I am grateful that our community (in this blog, on the listserv, and elsewhere) has been highlighting examples of public apologies (see the SNL apology below, among many other apology-related posts in our archives). I read this tribute to Stan Lee this morning, and thought about how wonderful it is to see public expressions of appreciation. When it comes to building/repairing relationships and working through polarizing times, apologies are crucial — and so are acknowledgements of what we hold in common, as well as appreciation for the contributions of others. RIP Stan Lee.


Hi there my name is India Jo, I am an empathic psychic who also works in the realms of Reiki and Angelic spiritual healing. I love reading peoples auras and I tend to not use any tools when I read for people. However I can also work with people's chakras the Crystals, Guardian angels, the Pendulum and Psychic development.
My clients are usually looking for guidance in their life, maybe they are at a crossroads and would like insight into matters such as career, love life or relationship issues. Although, I make it clear that their decisions should be exactly that "their choice" as everyone has free will.
I believe I am an enlightening and honest reader who aims to provide positive readings which will hopefully leave people feeling guided and uplifted.
In my spare time I photograph clouds as well as trees and nature, I also write poetry and stories. I play guitar and also love to sing. I used to be a semi-professional singer. I don't do many gigs at all now after retiring about 10 years ago. I have recently learned a new genre and am passionate about it, which is classical singing.
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We human beings spend much of our daily lives interacting with one another. Sociologists observe these daily interactions, which it often brings them to question. What does society deem socially "normal"? And how do we as humans read and maintain what we call "normal"?
Before we begin to talk about what is normal, it is important to understand how culture affects social norms within a society. One's culture can shape a person's perception of what we consider normal or acceptable. Not only can it dictate what we deem socially acceptable, but how we view and accept other cultures too. Most people do not notice how import things such as speech, body language, and belifes can impact us. We often unintentionally preform these learned behaviors as something that is completely normal almost like breathing. In fact it becomes so "normal" that it becomes unnoticeable to us.


If you are filing a lawsuit because of a personal injury, the chances are that your case will never actually go to trial. This is because the insurance company will end up settling with the plaintiff outside of court most of the time. Settlements can either be a good or a bad thing depending on what the offer actually is. In order to get the best possible settlement offer, you (and your attorney) need to be prepared to go to trial. Your attorney needs to have a reputation as an attorney who tries big cases with big results.
Insurance companies keep close records on what attorneys tend to settle easily, and which ones are willing to aggressively fight for the rights of their clients. Those that are prepared to go to trial will often be offered a significantly more generous settlement. With this in mind, we handle every case with the expectation that it will go to trial. This way, we're prepared should the case demand it, and we are also negotiating settlements from a very strong position. In many cases, there are "red flags" that can signal that the case will likely be going to trial, and being aware of the following red flags can be very important.
In some cases the insurance company won't even make a settlement offer. When this happens, the only path forward is taking the case to trial. Insurance companies may use this tactic if they believe you won't want to pursue the trial or they believe the only acceptable settlement would be extremely high. When this is the case, they would rather risk going to trial than have to pay out a very high settlement.
If the insurance company makes a settlement offer that is insultingly low, you can pretty much count on the fact that the case will have to go to trial. This happens when the defendant feels that their case is strong, or they think that the plaintiff is likely to want to end the case as quickly as possible. While it can be tempting to accept the "quick win" from a low settlement, it is usually well worth the effort to push for the financial compensation you are entitled to.
While not common, there are some cases where the plaintiff wants to go to trial and fight for the largest possible financial outcome. There are times when it makes sense to demand a trial, especially when the case is very strong. Even in these situations, however, the costs in time and legal fees can make it smarter to accept a large settlement. Talking with your attorney about when it is smart to push for a trial is an important part of any legal case.
One of the most important factors in any personal injury case is going to be the damages to the plaintiff. These damages typically include things like medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and more. In many cases, both parties agree to what damages exist so there is no dispute, and the parties can simply discuss what compensation is warranted. If there is a dispute over whether the proposed damages are accurate, however, it will often need to be hashed out in court.
Whether your case is settled out of court or it goes to trial, we will be there to help ensure you get the best possible outcome. Our legal team will prepare your case for trial so we're ready for whatever happens. If you have experienced a serious personal injury, please contact us to discuss your case today.
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Herpes Zoster or Shingles is a viral illness related to a childhood disease which is the chicken pox. Individuals who recovered from chicken pox may still have the virus dormant in their system. This same virus causes Herpes Zoster once it is triggered or reactivated in later life when the immune system is weakened or compromised.
The initial symptoms are pain, tingling or burning sensation on one side of the body followed by rashes, red patches and small blisters on the skin. The rashes usually comprise a thin area forming from the spine to the front of belly area or chest. Other areas that may be involved are mouth, face, eyes and ears.
Accompanying symptoms may include general ill-feeling, fever, chills, headaches, abdominal pain, joint pain, difficulty in facial muscle movement, drooping eyelid, loss of eye motion, vision problems, hearing loss, taste problems, genital lesions and lymph nodes or swollen glands.
Soothing bath and lotion such as colloidal oatmeal bath and calamine lotion – for itch and discomfort relief.
Herpes Zoster patients with fever should stay in bed until the fever is gone and the skin should always be kept clean.
The disease is contagious to people who have never been infected with the virus before. Patients should be isolated until the blisters or lesions are dried already and items used on the patient should be sterilized or disposed properly to prevent spread of infection.
Post-herpetic Neuralgia is pain in the shingles outbreak area that may last for months or years. It is caused by nerve damage after the herpes zoster outbreak. It often occurs in people aged over 60.
These are serious complications that can be prevented by consulting a medical professional immediately at the onset of the attack especially if the person has a weakened immune system.
I had chicken pox when I was young and worry I will get Shingles. I'm an advocate for inocculating for Chicken Pox. I just don't see why kids need to have the pox or the possibility of getting Shingles when they are older.


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No coincidence that FSM, RMI lead the way in fisheries sustainability says Moss-Christian
11:29 pm GMT+12, 10/12/2018, United States
By Det Carreon in Waikiki, Hawaii
Two tiny Pacific nations have laid down the gauntlet to fishing nations and regional fisheries owners and now lead the way to ensure long-term sustainability of tuna stocks in the Western and Central Pacific ocean with the issuance of bold challenges.
The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) President, Peter Christian, urged nations at last month's 'Our Oceans' conference in Bali to adopt electronic monitoring technology to achieve full transparency of tuna fisheries by 2023.
Hilda Heine, President of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, called on Pacific nations to commit to a 2023 target for the abolition of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
Opening the 15th Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission today, chair Rhea Moss-Christian praised the efforts of what she described as two of the smallest countries in issuing fisheries challenges that other nations should follow.
"It is no coincidence that two of the boldest challenges for our region's fisheries come from two of the most vulnerable island nations whose economies and futures are acutely tied to the health of these resources," Moss-Christian said at the opening of the five-day negotiation to determine the fate of critical tuna species - bigeye, yellowfin, and skipjack.
Fisheries are the key economic driver for RMI and FSM but climate change and overfishing can impact the well-being of the coastal communities who depend on fish for their way of life.
Moss-Christian said WCPFC has "the lead responsibility in meeting these challenges issued by two of its members at the highest level and I believe that we are already on this path."
The Marshall Islands has been quick to support measures to end IUU fishing because of the impact of this activity on tuna stocks.
"IUU has devastating consequences. It is organized crime that affects socio-economic growth and future generations and the Pacific has shown itself to be vulnerable," President Heine said at the October Technical and Compliance Committee (TCC) of WCPFC.
Christian made his country's position clear at the Our Ocean Conference in Bali, Indonesia, when he announced a commitment to enforce 100 per cent at-sea monitoring coverage of all industrial fishing in their waters by 2023.
According to Eugene Pangelinan, Executive Director of the FSM National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA) the challenge would be achieved through a combination of observer coverage and electronic monitoring.
"The FSM will use this invaluable tool so our fisheries managers and fishing industry partners can obtain much-needed, detailed data on fishing effort, target catch composition, and by-catch of non-target species that come in on these vessels," Pangelinan said in a statement today.
The WCPFC is the central decision making body for management of tuna fishing in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean.
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This week I've been gift card-shopping. Buying things is great fun, and it's even more delicious when not a penny is coming out of the bank account. After reading mixed reviews online, I decided to roll the dice and order a Moby wrap - a fabric contraption that straps your baby to you so you can have both of your hands at your disposal. Having both of my hands at my disposal is a distant memory; I have dreams, nay, fantasies, about having both hands at my disposal. Some say they could not imagine motherhood without one, others say that the darn thing is the source of unending frustration and a colossal waste of money. I've heard that people spend hours in front of Youtube tutorials practicing how to get their babies in the thing. Well, I'm nothing if not stubborn, so I knew that if it proved to be tricky, I would practice through the night until I figured it out.
When it arrived, I tore into the package like a wild animal and had all 34,752,346 feet of fabric laid out all over the living room in less than a minute.
It was daunting. So was the 35-page instruction manual.
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San Diego police to stop using blood-stopping neck restraint in wake of George Floyd's killing
San Diego Police officers (L) in riot gear and a special tactics group (R) face-off with demonstrators in downtown San Diego, California on May 31, 2020, as people gather to protest against the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd. - Numerous cities across the US saw another day of violent protests after Floyd, an African-American, died on May 25 after being handcuffed and as a white police officer, who has since been charged with murder, knelt on his neck. (ARIANA DREHSLER/AFP via Getty Images)
One of the country's largest police forces, spurred by the nationwide protests over George Floyd's in-custody death, will immediately stop using a blood-stopping neck restraint that critics say has disproportionately targeted black people.
The San Diego Police Department announced this week it would no longer use the carotid restraint, a method of rendering a person unconscious by applying pressure to the sides of the neck where the carotid arteries are located, which almost immediately breaks blood flow.
The technique, also known as a sleeper hold, is similar to the knee-to-neck restraint used against Floyd in Minneapolis last week. The unarmed black man, who was suspected of passing a counterfeit bill, died after now-former officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into his neck for nearly nine minutes, a horrific scene that was caught on video and has prompted nationwide outrage.
"We are watching the hurt and pain so many people are expressing after the tragic death of George Floyd, and are committed to taking new actions to make sure something like this doesn't happen in San Diego," Mayor Kevin Faulconer said in a news conference Monday.
"That starts today with the police chief's decision to immediately stop this particular restraint that has led to so much concern and frustration by many in our minority communities."
City Council President Georgette Gomez called the technique "deadly" and "unnecessary."
San Diego, the country's eighth largest city, could be the first of many to reevaluate police techniques that can result in death as protesters take to the streets to demand an end to police brutality and systemic racism.
Police records show the carotid restraint has been used hundreds of times in the past five years, and activists claim it is disproportionately used against minorities.
Another similar and deadly tactic that has come into scrutiny in recent years is the chokehold. It was illegally used against Eric Garner in 2014 while the unarmed New Yorker repeatedly cried out, "I can't breathe" — the same words used by Floyd in his final moments last week.
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Q: installing urlib and beautifulsoup in python 2.7 I am new to python. Wrote a small program to fetch all links in a page. I am using python 2.7, the one that comes with Ubuntu. I used different sources to put the code together, but it seems like I am either missing a library or using the right library for the wrong version of python.
import sys
from bs4 import *
import urllib2
import re

if len(sys.argv) != 2:
    print "USAGE:"
    print "Python test.py Your_URL"
else:
        url = sys.argv[1]

html_page = urllib2.urlopen(url)
soup = BeautifulSoup(html_page)
for link in soup.findAll('a'):
    print link.get('href')

I am getting this error:
Traceback (most recent call last):
  File "test.py", line 12, in <module>
    html_page = urllib2.urlopen(url)
  File "/usr/lib/python2.7/urllib2.py", line 154, in urlopen
    return opener.open(url, data, timeout)
  File "/usr/lib/python2.7/urllib2.py", line 421, in open
    protocol = req.get_type()
  File "/usr/lib/python2.7/urllib2.py", line 283, in get_type
    raise ValueError, "unknown url type: %s" % self.__original
ValueError: unknown url type: www.cs.odu.edu

I have installed bs4, urlib after python. Still the same error.
sudo apt install python
sudo apt install python-pip
sudo pip install bs4

A: When you enter a URL in a browser without the protocol, it defaults to HTTP. urllib2 won't make that assumption for you; you need to prefix it with http://.
Duplicated:
ValueError: unknown url type in urllib2, though the url is fine if opened in a browser

A: Try specifying http or https before your url, it will definitely work.


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#ifndef WAVEFORM_H
#define WAVEFORM_H

#include "Utils.h"
#include <QWidget>

class QPixmap;
class qtauAudioSource;

class qtauWaveform : public QWidget
{
    Q_OBJECT
public:
    explicit qtauWaveform(QWidget *parent = 0);
    ~qtauWaveform();

    void setOffset(int off);
    void configure(int tempo, int noteWidth);
    void setAudio(qtauAudioSource *pcm); // setting 0 means just remove current and show nothing

signals:
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    void zoomed  (int delta);

public slots:
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protected:
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    void mouseDoubleClickEvent(QMouseEvent  *event);
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    void mousePressEvent      (QMouseEvent  *event);
    void mouseReleaseEvent    (QMouseEvent  *event);
    void wheelEvent           (QWheelEvent  *event);

    int offset;
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    QPixmap *bgCache;
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    void calcSetup(); // calculate how many samples can fit into geometry.width

    int bpm;
    int beatWidth; // in pixels

    float framesVisible;
};

#endif // WAVEFORM_H