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The Matildas – who on Tuesday will dust themselves off and start building towards their Olympic bronze medal match against the United States – are still befuddled by the controversial call that disallowed a Sam Kerr goal in the closing stages of the first half.It was a defining moment of the match given the cruel sucker punch that was to come from Fridolina Rolfo less than a minute into the second half.Kerr had volleyed Steph Catley's free kick home at the near post only for referee Melissa Borjas to rule Matilda Emily van Egmond, further down the line of players, had blocked the run of Swedish defenders, leaving the Matildas up in arms. Van Egmond, still processing the incident after the match, said: "One hundred per cent that was a fair goal."Promo"Personally I didn't think there was much contact at all … I thought the girl ran into me and I am actually not too sure if there was anything at all in it."The ref called me for a potential block … look we still have a game to play and a chance to get a medal so we'll rest up and recover best we can."It's a tough tournament … but we have huge ambitions to win a medal."When asked if the referee should have held her whistle instead of blowing it before the goal went in and checked with the VAR, Edmund added: "She blew the whistle before the goal was scored."The whole point of VAR, isn't it to go back and check?"Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson said he was "disappointed" to have the goal disallowed and he needed to see the replays to understand the call, while vice-captain Steph Catley was perplexed.Catley said: "I didn't get to speak to the referee. She didn't answer me.""She didn't say why it was disallowed — but maybe some of the other girls were able to speak to her. But it didn't look like anything clear in my opinion."Gustavsosn added: "Before the game everyone talked about Sweden being the best team in the tournament, playing fantastic attacking football."We showed from the first minute that we wanted to dominate this game, there was no fear whatsoever."I'm extremely disappointed right now but I am proud of our performance and we have a bronze game coming up."They will now face the United States, who lost to Canada 1-0 in the earlier semi-final, in Thursday's bronze medal match — but without star defender Ellie Carpenter, who will be suspended after being sent off in the 95th minute.'INCREDIBLE' MATILDAS WON'T GIVE UP ON HISTORY Joe Barton The Matildas will pick themselves up off the canvas from Monday night's controversial semi-final defeat to Sweden as they eye a piece of history: Australia's first Olympic football medal.Moments after tasting defeat to the world's No. 5 team for the second time in a fortnight — thanks to a mind-boggling decision to strip Sam Kerr of the game's opener, and a freakishly lucky Sweden goal — the Matildas turned their attention to the top-ranked USA.The two teams will clash in Kashima on Thursday in the bronze medal match, a game which could be an afterthought for the four-time winners America but means the world to Kerr and her golden generation."We know we're a special team and we know we can do something special, but now is the time," Kerr said."We're not going to be happy going home empty-handed — so unless we go home with something round our neck it's going to be a disappointment to us."Going into the Sweden game, Kerr was one of seven Matildas to have played more than 300 minutes during this tournament – prompting suggestions the talismanic striker could be in for a reduced role in Yokohama on Monday.Instead, she powered through another gutbusting 90 in the heartbreaking defeat before declaring she was a certain starter on Thursday."I'm just tired. We all are," Kerr said."It's not just this tournament. I think we've been going since last July when we started pre-season. It is what it is. But we get a buzz from there being a medal at stake so I'll be ready come USA."Coach Tony Gustavsson was careful with his words in the post-match press conference, but the normally upbeat mentor was clearly livid with the unfortunate series of events that led to his team being dumped from the gold medal rounds.He faces a tricky task in order to pick his troops off the floor for one final tilt at a historic medal, but it's one he started when he pulled the squad into a huddle in the middle of the Yokohama International Stadium with Sweden's celebrations still ringing around the empty arena."I'm extremely disappointed right now and very emotional so I'm trying to not talk too much to be honest," Gustavsson said."(In the huddle) I said I was proud of their performance but very disappointed by the result and just said we have unfinished business and make sure we perform as well in the bronze game."Star wingback Steph Catley said the belief within the squad was something she'd never experienced before and believed that would lift them into their pursuit of a medal against the USA, who they drew 0-0 with in the group stage."We came here with the ultimate goal of making the final and winning gold. We have to refocus pretty quickly because we came here to win a medal and we've still got that opportunity," she said. "The football we're playing right now is incredible. So proud of the girls and the effort and way we go about it."I've never had this feeling in this team before in terms of the belief and genuinely thinking we're capable of beating anyone on any given day. It'll be another test for us but we're definitely up for it."REF BLUNDER COSTS MATILDAS GOLD MEDAL SHOT Joe Barton and Selina SteeleIt was the biggest game in Matildas' history – and it took one of the biggest blunders to crush their Olympic gold medal hopes.Australia had every reason to be furious following their brutal 1-0 semi-final defeat to Sweden – which robbed them of a chance at playing Canada in Friday's gold-medal match – after superstar Sam Kerr was controversially denied the game's opening goal.In the shadows of the halftime, Kerr looked to have scored her sixth goal of the tournament when she beat Sweden's Hedvig Lindahl after latching on to a superb, curling Steph Catley freekick in the 43rd minute.It was a magnificent volley from Australia's inspirational leader – which should've given the Matildas a vital halftime lead, if not for a stunning ruling in the lead-up which scratched it from the history books.Referee Melissa Borjas ruled midfielder Emily van Egmond was the guilty party for her role in the penalty box scrum from which Kerr burst.But van Egmond's actions seemed minimal at best and Australia had every right to wonder why play couldn't have run on – which would've allowed VAR to analyse it with a fine-tooth comb.In finals of this magnitude, matches can be decided by the barest of margins and one mistake. On this occasion, the mistake may have come from Borjas."It is what it is, I feel like that's the first one they've called all tournament, but that's football," Kerr said of her disallowed goal."It sucks to lose like that off one crappy goal."It sucks to go out like that, but we've got a bronze medal we can win still so we've got to regroup. Obviously it hurts tonight and we'll be disappointed, but we'll be back and ready for the USA."If the Matildas were unlucky before halftime, worse was to come.With the first attacking raid of the second half, a deflected shot from Filippa Angeldal took a wicked bounce in front of Australian keeper Teagan Micah – the ball bouncing over her outstretched hand before rebounding off the crossbar into the path of Fridolina Rolfo.The Swedish striker, who banged in two goals during their group stage win over Australia, skilfully slotted home with Micah still on her heels.The twin blows signalled a brutal end to the Matildas' magnificent gold medal campaign.Try as they might, despite dominating possession and field position and sending relentless attacking raids, Australia would never get another chance as good as the one that was snuffed out late in the first half.Catley stung the gloves of Lindahl in the 74th minute with a fierce stroke from close range.Teenager Mary Fowler was injected, and immediately put Sweden's defence on notice, while Ellie Carpenter gave her all to the point where she was shown a red card for a last-ditch attempt to save a goal.Alanna Kennedy fired a free kick over the cross bar. And not even Kerr could conjure the miraculous this time, though she came close when given a sliver of a headed chance with three minutes remaining.But it wasn't to be, and Australia fell to their knees amid cries of anguish that rang around the nearly-empty 70,000 seater stadium.Instead, Australia will head back to Kashima – the scene of their famous 4-3 quarter-final defeat of Great Britain – where the USA will be waiting in the bronze medal match.Tony Gustavsson will have to pick his squad up from Monday's crushing disappointment, because a bronze medal would still be a momentous achievement for the Matildas' golden generation.Olympics – Medal Tally – Top 5
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I'm considering the Sig MPX-K w/suppressor. I own .22 and .308 suppressors, so would need a new one for this set up.
If I understand the process correctly, I'd need two stamps. One for the SBR and a separate one for the suppressor. Am I correct that I could buy it as a pistol with brace and take it home while waiting 6-12 months for ATF? When the stamps come in, I pick up the suppressor and stock and finish it up.
Also, I have a HEAVYD trust for my other two suppressors. Is it better to buy the new items on a separate "one time" trust or amend the trust to take my wife off during processing and then put her back on once the SBR is added?
Beyond the legal issues, does anyone have this set up? Comments??
If you can, buy it as a "pistol" (with or without a brace whichever is the better deal), then Form 1 the lower on a Trust and when it comes back approved, you convert it to "SBR" with the addition of a stock yourself.
Suppressor would likely be a Form 4, either via a local FFL/SOT or an out of state one with partners (Silencer Shop, etc).
Concerning Trusts, I have 2 but haven't done the 'single shot'. So over to HeavyD and the lawyers to chime in.
Although the government shutdown is surely putting a damper on things, my Form 1 for the MPX came back in just about 4 months. The Form 4s I put in over a month before the MPX aren't back, so definitely get a pistol and Form 1 it, because you'll probably be able to shoot the SBR long before the silencer stamp comes in.
If you have a brace for the pistol, then you'll get to shoot it the whole time you wait.
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Go to Heavy D website. He has an amendment to your Trust which removes your wife from the Trust. See his website for a complete explanation.
I actually went and held the little beast at the store this morning. Much lighter and more compact than expected. I think the "brace" is perfectly functional as a stock, so not sure I'd SBR it unless ATF changes their mind about shouldering a brace.
The biggest disappointment was the trigger. As I understand it, the FCU is different than a standard AR, so you are kind of stuck with gritty.
Not anymore. There are aftermarket triggers now available for the MPX; I use a dedicated Timney 2-stage in mine. SIG uses that trigger's sibling single-stage in their newish MPX PCC rifle. Any AR trigger could be used short-term, but the key for it surviving over the long haul is whether the complete trigger assembly has some sort of guard or deflection bridge to keep the back side of the hammer from slamming down on the disconnector and ultimately breaking the part once a certain number of live fire rounds is reached.
Thanks. I looked that up and YIKES! Another $200 on an already expensive gun.
I guess the next question becomes "How useful is the MPX?" It's not going to launch bullets any faster than a pistol and isn't going to be as accurate as a carbine. It's cool as heck, but is it worth $2,000 (gun, mags, trigger, brace)?


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Tim Hortons Dream Donuts (What Are They, Ingredients + More)
August 31, 2022 May 18, 2022 by Marques Thomas
If you're looking to get a donut that is a bit different than the average glazed, you might want to know: what are Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
If so, keep reading to learn all you need to know about Tim Hortons and its Dream Donuts, including what is in the delicious treat!
1 Tim Hortons Dream Donuts In 2023
1.1 What Are Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
1.2 What Is In Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
1.3 What Is On Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
1.4 Who Serves Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
1.5 When Did Tim Hortons Serve The First Dream Donuts?
1.6 How Many Calories Are In Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
1.7 How Much Fat Is In Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
1.8 How Much Sugar Is In Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
1.9 Are Dream Donuts Available In The United States?
1.10 Are Dream Donuts At Tim Hortons Vegan Or Vegetarian?
1.11 Does Anyone Else Serve Dream Donuts?
1.12 Conclusion
Tim Hortons Dream Donuts In 2023
Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts are special release donuts that the company comes out with for a limited time as of [currentyear. They are usually ring donuts that are filled but will also have icing and sprinkles on top. Their ingredients and theme will vary depending on what the masters at Tim Hortons have cooked up.
Do you want to know more about Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts? If so, read on to learn what I've found out!
What Are Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts are a regular ring donut filled with either a custard or icing.
Further, they are like regular filled donuts, except Tim Hortons has managed to fill a regular ringed donut.
Also, although a filled ring is a sign of a Dream Donut, not all donuts are filled rings. For example, some of Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts are shaped like regular-filled donuts.
Moreover, one caveat to the Dream Donuts is that they are not always available, and when they are, it is only in certain flavors.
Essentially, think of them as special edition donuts that are only brought out for important occasions.
What Is In Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
The filling in Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts varies but is typically a cream or custard filling similar to what you would find in a regular filled donut.
What Is On Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
In addition to the filling commonly found inside Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts, they also have unique toppings.
For example, Tim Hortons will add glazes and sprinkles much different from the typical glazed or sprinkled donut on top of Dream Donuts.
With that, this may include multiple coatings and even a variety of candy pieces.
Who Serves Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
Dream Donuts are commonly found at Tim Hortons locations across Canada. However, there is no guarantee that a Tim Hortons franchise serves these donuts.
When Did Tim Hortons Serve The First Dream Donuts?
Dream Donuts at Tim Hortons first debuted on January 8, 2020.
Also, this first incarnation included three flavors, including Dulce De Leche Crème, Strawberry Confetti, and Chocolate Truffle.
How Many Calories Are In Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
Because each rendition of the Dream Donut is different, the nutrition facts also vary. Therefore, it's best to check the Tim Hortons nutrition facts to find details on current menu items.
How Much Fat Is In Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
Because Tim Hortons Dream Donuts come in a variety of options and are only available for a limited time, the amount of fat will vary.
But, you can find nutrition facts on each Tim Hortons menu item on its website.
How Much Sugar Is In Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts?
Just like calories and fat, the amount of sugar will vary depending on the current offering.
So, to get information on the current Dream Donut, be sure to check the nutrition facts for the current menu.
Are Dream Donuts Available In The United States?
In the United States, Tim Hortons does not necessarily have the same offerings as it does in Canada.
Unfortunately, Dream Donuts are not typically available at US locations, although these locations may have other special donuts.
Are Dream Donuts At Tim Hortons Vegan Or Vegetarian?
Dream Donuts are typically vegetarian as they do not contain any meat products.
Also, none of the donuts at Tim Hortons are vegan, including Dream Donuts, because all the donuts at Tim Hortons are made with milk, eggs, and animal fat.
Does Anyone Else Serve Dream Donuts?
Although many other donut restaurants serve specialty donuts, only Tim Hortons serves the signature Dream Donut.
To learn more, you can also read our posts on whether or not Tim Hortons has smoothies, does Tim Hortons delivers, and how much is a dozen donuts at Tim Hortons.
Tim Hortons' Dream Donuts serve as a unique spin on the classic fried pastry.
Instead of the usual glaze, sprinkles, or custard filling, Tim Hortons makes a line of hand-crafted premium donuts.
Also, Dream Donuts are only available for a limited time when they come out. So, if the current offerings do not suit your pallet, just wait a little while as a new batch is around the corner.

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Rumi Commemorated 747th Death Anniversary at Seb-i Arus ceremonies in Konya
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Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī commemorated 747th death anniversary on December 7 and December 17 at Seb-i Arus Ceremonies held in Konya, one of the major cities of Turkey.
JAKARTA – 23 December 2020 – When the news of the pandemic first broke early this year, many plans revolving travelling, large weddings and unions for festive celebrations were put on hold for the greater good. While many countries have yet to open their doors for international travelling, Indonesia is one of the few who still allows their locals to cross borders internationally (with the strict ruling to follow the proper SOPs), allowing for Indonesians to carry on with their wanderlust dreams yet witnessing meaningful occasions such as the Seb-i Arus ceremony in Turkey.
Every year since 1937, Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī is being commemorated on his death anniversary at Seb-i Arus (Night of Reunion with the Divine) commemoration ceremonies in Konya, the birthplace of the Mevlevi order in the 13th century and home to Rumi's tomb. Konya is a city known not only for Mevlâna, but also for its rich culture that blends significant historical heritage.
2020 marked the 747th death anniversary of the world-renowned Sufi mystic, poet, and scholar Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī known to the world as Rumi. This year on December 7 and December 17, with the support of the T.R. Ministry of Culture and Tourism and Turkish Tourism Promotion and Development Agency, Sema ceremonies as part of Seb-i Arus ceremonies were held at Rumi Cultural Center, in Konya. Due to the pandemic and limited participation apart from the special guests and invitees of the ministry, the ceremonies were livestreamed on GoTurkey's Twitter and Facebook accounts and real time stories will be shared from GoTurkey's Instagram account (www.goturkey.com).
With the participation of Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Şentop and Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy to the celebrations, Vice President of International Mevlâna (Rūmī) Foundation, Esin Çelebi Bayru (who is also Rumi's 22nd generation granddaughter and sociologist) and writer and Rumi expert, Ali Bektaş got together with journalists from all around the world.
According to Indonesian travel-enthusiast and social media personality, Wira Nurmansyah, the teachings of Mevlâna about love is widely known in Indonesia and has a great effect over locals such as himself.
"The witnessing of the ritual is deeply touching to me. Not only that, the spiritual atmosphere of Konya has a positive influence for a Muslim such as myself, apart from the many other Muslim attractions located in Turkey," said Wira, who added that this ceremony left him a great impression on his first trip to Turkey on early December 2020.
Another of Indonesia's social media personality, Ashari Yudha had also attended the ceremony with Wira on this trip, which they were personally invited as guests hosted by Turkish Embassy Tourism Office and Tourism Tourism Promotion and Development Agency for this special occasion.
Seb-i Arus ceremonies, an annual ritual in Turkey
Seb-i Arus ceremonies, which are held every year on December 17, means 'wedding night' in Turkish. The wedding night is known in the Mevlevi order as the night Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī died. Since Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī considered his death not as an end but as a reunion with his beloved God, his death anniversary is called the 'Wedding Night' also referred as 'The Night of Reunion'.
Rumi interprets death as a return to one's origin, a "return to Allah" due to the fact that its source is a divine ore; according to him death is not the disappearance of the body, but the flight towards Allah. Rumi expresses his philosophy about death with these words: "Everyone refers to it as departing, I, however, refer to it as a reunion."
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First Impression Review: TV5 Carefully Mixes Some Filipino Flavor Into Faithful Baker King Adaptation
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Very, very minor spoilers. Read my review introduction here. For my final, spoilerific Hindsight Review, click here.
After the first two weeks, TV5's Baker King is off to a very good start. The series, so far, is a faithful adaptation of the blockbuster Korean original with a careful, just right helping of Filipino flavor mixed in.
I'm coming into Baker King having watched and absolutely
loving the original Korean drama in 2010. So any review I'll be doing will be from someone who may have a more critical eye than one who might not have even heard of the original or even know this is a remake.
Having been burned by the only other Filipino adaptation of a show I watched the original of, I was both excited and scared to see Baker King, Kim Takgu finally get the Filipino treatment.
I became a little more hesitant with the announcement of the cast and then even more so when TV5 only announced the series was even happening less than a month before its premiere.
But despite any hesitation, Baker King has so far just about met my expectations while surprising me (in good ways) with a couple of aspects.
There is such a vacuum on Philippine television today. There is a serious lack of fresh ideas as dramas turn to either adultery or kidnapping and child abuse as the focal point of their stories.
TV5's last attempt at an original drama, Beki Boxer, was probably the most original show on Philippine TV in years. But TV5 deciding to adapt Baker King is a very safe bet. The original series had a perfect pace that allowed for the characters to develop while moving story and setting up twists (that actually made sense!) and surprises that surely helped captivate so many viewers in Korea and around the world.
The themes and characters of the original are universal and familiar, yet were brought to life by an amazing cast and through tight writing that maintained a steady and exciting pace. It hit all the right emotional and heartfelt notes while also being fun and engaging.
TV5 basically translating the original script from Korean to Filipino (while bad for Sentai-to-Power Rangers adaptations) probably wouldn't be the worst idea. But surprisingly enough, the Baker King team has managed to really adapt the source material.
Remaining Faithful (and Hopeful)
While Baker King has followed the initial episodes almost shot-for-shot and line-for-line, they've made several tweaks that both successfully transplant the story from the suburbs of Seoul to the suburbs of Metro Manila and inject the story with unique Filipino touches.
Maintaining a Korean presence on the remake by casting the always great Boots Anson-Roa as Korean matriarch Lee Hye Yeong was an inspired choice. Not only did it allow for Takgu to be "Takgu" without some random explanation for the name, it allowed for different Korean sensibilities to be brought over for the story and still make sense. Filipino and Korean family hierarchies aren't that much different from each other. Both have conservative backgrounds and put a high value in respecting elders. But the need for a male heir is something that isn't really a Filipino value. And that aspect of Korean culture is one of the main driving forces of the entire series.
And speaking of the name "Takgu," they've had some creative fun with lines like "Takgu?! Pwede bang maglakad bago mag-takbo?" or "Takgu! Takbo!!!"
The other big change is making Takgu's mother a simple poor maid. In the original, Takgu's mother was a nurse, presumably with an education. Making Takgu's Filipino mother Sonia a poor woman plays into the rich-vs-poor clashes that are very typical of Filipino soap opera. It can be a tired theme, but here it works and helps to highlight the central conflicts in the story in a way that is just very Filipino. The Philippines is a country with a very wide gap between rich and poor. And that fact is and will likely be used very well here.
One of the best scenes and best examples of that was Takgu's first dinner at the mansion with the Lee family. Naturally, a poor kid like Takgu probably never even saw a pair of chopsticks before, let alone know how to use them. That clash of culture and social class was done so well and made it one of the more memorable scenes so far. And it is also an example of adapting a scene from the original to fit on this, a Filipino version.
Then there are the little tweaks. Whether it is adding a fast-talking sidekick for Jackie Lou Blanco's Irene or adding tsismosang maids or featuring pan de sal or Takgu doing a PBA radio broadcast instead of a Filipino translation of a Korean children's song to cheer up his friend Eunice; these are all small, but effective ways Baker King has injected Filipino flavor without taking anything away from the already solid story of the original.
A Cast Proving Itself
Like I mentioned earlier, I was a little hesitant with the casting. But so far, they've proven more than capable to take on the challenge. It's definitely not going to be easy to top or even match the performances of the original.
Boots Anson-Roa, in her short, special participation role as Halmeoni Lee Hye Yeong has been great. Her performance is probably the hardest to compare to the original as both characters serve different purposes. Here, grandma Hye Yeong serves several purposes herself. First, she's an expository device to explain the different Korean aspects maintained and used in the story. Then, she's used as the original character was to basically move the plot forward, almost as just a mere plot device. But another one of the nice tweaks is to make Halmeoni also feel like the Filipina Lola most of the audience will be familiar with. Lee Hye Yeong may be a strict Korean grandmother, but she also still has some very Filipino traits that make her warmer and more accessible. Boots Anson-Roa is finely cast here and has provided both a heart and stern hand to these first two weeks.
The young actors, especially Nourish Icon Lapuz as young Takgu, have done a great job. Lapuz definitely has one of the biggest tasks of the series; getting you to care and become invested in the story right from the start. He is the title character, after all. Laurence Yuan Corrido as young Michael feels like he could easily be playing a young Joo Won from the original. Plus it's always great to see young Hershey Garcia (whom GMA, or TV5, should definitely shower with good work). And the young Ally and young Eunice also deserve kudos.
But the next biggest challenge definitely goes to Jackie Lou Blanco. Jeon In-hwa was a tour-de-force as Seo In Sook. She gave a commanding performance, powerful and believable without treading into overdramatic hysterics. She allowed for In Sook to be vicious and cutthroat, but left that little opening for you the viewer to maybe make the mistake of feeling sorry for her before she pulls the rug out from under you once again.
Unlike Jeon In Hwa, Jackie Lou Blanco has played the villain in other shows before. But on Baker King, she will need to carry a big weight on her shoulders, otherwise the rest of the story could fall apart. She's shown after these first two weeks, however, that she's on the right track. Blanco has given In Sook/Irene that unique Filipina villainess vibe without turning the character into a paper thin cartoon villain.
A similar challenge is also posed to Yul Servo as Henry. Jung Sung-mo is a veteran actor of many a Korean drama. And he helped make Manager Han a very dastardly villain while also balancing the other aspects of his character, like being a father or a man in love. Yul Servo, likewise, is also a vet and accomplished actor. Jung Sung-mo just has that aura though that made him so good as Manager Han. So Yul Servo has a big opportunity to make Henry his own.
At first, Raymond Bagatsing seemed like an interesting choice as Mr. President. Especially after seeing him in his most recent roles as some really badly written characters. But he has been a nice surprise, actually channeling a lot of Jun Kwang-ryul's performance from the original. It's a sort of cold, yet professional vibe that is necessary for the always all-business Mr. President. Raymond Bagatsing certainly doesn't look Korean, but that's something you can brush off especially when he's done a fine job so far.
Similarly, Diana Zubiri was maybe the most surprising choice as I had envisioned an older actress to play Takgu's mother. She also has some big shoes to fill as Jeon Mi-seon provides one of the emotional cores of the entire series. Diana Zubiri has more than done her part these first two weeks, but she'll be getting her biggest opportunities later on. And that will be exciting to see.
After two weeks, our main, main cast of Mark Neumann, Akihiro Blanco, Inah Estrada and Shaira Mae dela Cruz still haven't shown up yet. So the first impression of them will maybe come in a Check-in Review a little later on. I'm definitely a little anxious to see what they can do.
Naturally, the Korean original with a bigger budget will be more slick and polished. But this Filipino version has done a very good job at maintaining a similar feel with less resources. There is no shortchanging on set design and musical scoring here, unlike other locally produced dramas. It is clear that this is not another Wattpad series or one of TV5's weekend comedies.
Overall, TV5's Baker King has been a good and very faithful adaptation that injects just enough Filipino flavor to distinguish it from the original without screwing with the original's story which is already more than solid on its own. (And already captivated Filipino audiences four years ago.)
A very promising and enjoyable start to what I hope will be a satisfying adaptation. And for TV5's sake, I hope it can finally be the one show that can make Filipinos not be afraid to change the channel for once.
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Constructed just after the Civil War, the Columbian Block housed Richmond's flour and corn exchanges.
Pedestrian bridge suspended over the James River in surreal light.
Richmond Virginia and nearby Tobacco Row repurposed warehouse and factory district.
A view of downtown RVA from across the James River on the Floodwall.
Fireworks over downtown Richmond Virginia.
A night view of Richmond's tobacco row district and it's smokestack industry architecture with newer city buildings in the background.
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Pres. Duterte calls on Filipinos to pray that 'Lawin' would not inflict too much damage
MANILA, Oct. 19 (PNA) -- President Rodrigo Duterte has urged the Filipino people to pray that the country be spared from the destruction that super typhoon Lawin might bring, particularly in northern Luzon.
"We hope for the best. We only pray that we be spared of the destruction, such as in the past, which has brought agony and suffering to our people," President Duterte said in a statement he made in Beijing, China.
President Duterte was referring to super typhoon Yolanda (international name Haiyan) that ravaged western and central Visayas, leaving more than 6,000 people dead and millions of people homeless in November 2013.
President Duterte assured that all concerned government agencies have made all the necessary preparations to mitigate the consequences the cyclone might bring to northern Luzon.
"We have put in place all things necessary to mitigate whatever consequences the cyclone would bring. I hope that there would be none, but just the same, we can expect some sort of stronger typhoon this year," the President said.
The state weather bureau PAGASA said the center of 'Lawin' was spotted 275 km. east southeast of Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, packing maximum sustained winds of 225 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 315 kph as of 5 p.m.
Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal (TCWS) No. 5 was hoisted over the provinces of Cagayan, Isabela, Kalinga and Apayao while Signal No. 4 was raised over Ilocos Norte, Abra, Ilocos Sur, Mountain Province, Ifugao and the Calayan Group of Islands and Signal No. 3 over La Union, Benguet, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino and northern Aurora.
Signal No. 2 is in effect over th eBatanes Group of Islands, Pangasinan, the rest of Aurora, Tarlac, Nueva Ecija, northern Zambales, and northern Quezon, including Polillo Islands.
President Duterte said all concerned national and local government offices, led by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), have been alerted for possible storm surges, strong winds and possible loss of lives.
He said the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) have prepared medical kits and medicines, as well as relief goods.
"We are ready. Everything has been deployed. All that is needed is to work it out and wait for proper advice from government. If we would just follow, we might really expect less damage and loss of lives," the President said.
Earlier, Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea advised the public to heed the typhoon warnings but remain calm and alert.
Meanwhile, Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Assistant Secretary for Operations and Special Concerns Ana Maria Banaag called on the people to unite and work together, especially in areas to be affected by the super typhoon.
"In times like this, we need to help each other, show concern and work together for our countrymen to be hit by typhoon," she said. (PNA)
Source: CVL/JFM, by Jelly F. Musico, Philippine News Agency


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Q: How do i plot a graph for width vs height of the slits from an image
I need to calculate the width of the slits along the length of each slits. I am new to image processing in mathematica and I need to plot a graph showing how the width changes along the length.
I have also converted and deleted the noises. Now I have an image showing only edges. Could anyone please help to get to know the thickness of two beams along its length.

A: EdgeDetect[] needed a bit of adjusting of the radius and threshold to accommodate the low signal to noise ratio in the upper part of the image.
This seems to work:
pic = ImageAdjust[
  ColorConvert[Import["NPx8s.jpg"],
   "Grayscale"]];
Manipulate[edgepic = EdgeDetect[pic, {r1, r2}, t];
 HighlightImage[pic, edgepic], {{r1, 243}, 0, 600, 1}, {{r2, 2}, 0,
  10, 1}, {{t, .07}, 0, .1}]

Since the lines are connected we can use MorphologicalComponents[] to get the coordinates of the different lines.
line1pts = Position[MorphologicalComponents[edgepic], 1];
line2pts = Position[MorphologicalComponents[edgepic], 2];

etc..
And the distance between them is
dis12=MapThread[EuclideanDistance, {line1pts, line2pts}]
ListPlot[dis12]

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Being a single mom, part-time student and part-time employee at Chipotle are three things that don't go together smoothly. I lose sleep, spend 90 percent of my time running around like a chicken with its head cut off, doing my makeup with one hand and changing a diaper with the other (not really…well, only sometimes).
It starts off like this.
7 a.m. Alarm one. What's today? Monday for work, or Tuesday for classes? Okay, it's Monday. What do I need to do? Did I even plug my phone in last night? Nope. Whatever, it's only the first alarm. I'm going back to sleep.
7:28 a.m. Brooklyn, my sweet, 14-month-old daughter is crying. Why is she crying? I had two more minutes until my alarm — couldn't she have waited?
7:30 a.m. Diaper is changed and baby and I are laying in my bed, but she's squirmy and ready to start the day — I wish I was.
8 a.m. I'm up, dressed and getting Brooklyn dressed. I need to leave in 15 minutes, but she's clingy today and won't let me put her down without crying her eyes out. I've done my makeup with one hand. I guess this is parenting.
By 9 a.m. I'm clocked in to work, already missing my daughter and not ready to go to class at 2 p.m. I have to go home, change and grab my backpack before class, too. And I can't even remember which class I'm probably going to be late to.
2:02 p.m. I'm late. I hate being late — it's rude. I walk in and all eyes are on me. They have no idea about the stress I've endured from work or that I'm already chastising myself for being late. My professor says hello and tells me to take my seat.
2:50 p.m. We're out. I have to walk across pretty much the entire campus to Fain Fine Arts, where another 20 sets of eyes look at me as I walk in late. My anxiety strikes all over again and I look to the floor as I take my seat. My professor, excited to see me, calls me over and asks me to help another student with her project.
4:50 p.m. Class is out and daycare closes at 5:30 p.m., so I need to go get Brooklyn. I walk all the way back across campus, set down my backpack in my apartment and get to my Jeep.
5:05 p.m. I'm hitting every single red light in town. I'm going to be so late to get my daughter.
I get to daycare at 5:20 p.m. with all the other "late parents." I'm almost always one of the last people to get my kid; I really hate when she's the last baby there. I feel like a bad mom — but there she is with a big grin on her face, walking toward me with her tiny teeth showing. I don't think any parent has ever been more proud.
5:45 p.m. Finally home. Damn it, now I need to make dinner. Brooklyn is stumbling around the house like a drunk person because, let's face it, no kid learns to walk without losing their balance a few times. I'll make spaghetti, that's simple enough.
6:30 p.m. Spaghetti everywhere. In Brooklyn's lap, in her hair, in the carpet, on her chair. This child needs a bath.
6:50 p.m. Bath time. She's screaming and doesn't want to get in. But why? She loves baths. She throws all of her toys into the tub, then decides she can be in there too. I scrub her down between being splashed and toys being clapped together in my face. And now I'm soaked too.
7:20 p.m. Brooklyn is out, dry and has fresh pajamas on. I'll try to do some homework while she plays before bed. I put her down and she screams bloody murder — here we go again. She wants to be held, but only while I'm standing. We walk around the house until I get her to play with her toys in my lap. She's getting cranky and sleepy.
8:15 p.m. Angry baby has arrived. Nothing pleases her. She was mad that she didn't have her blanket, then she was mad that she couldn't play with her other toys while she was holding her blanket. I think it's officially bed time.
8:20 p.m. As I'm walking into her room with her, she puts her head on my shoulder and snuggles in close. I give her a kiss on the forehead and an "I love you" before I put her into her crib. She looks at me and rolls over with her blanket as I walk out of the room.
Next thing I know, I'm waking up at 12:13 a.m. on the couch with the TV still on and my phone in my hand. I fall asleep on the couch far more often than I'd like to admit. I drag myself to my bed and sleep until 7 a.m. when alarm one goes off again.
This isn't a typical college student's daily life, but it's my life. When I see Brooklyn's pure smile and hear her attempt to say "momma," I know I would walk through fire just to be with her. I don't regret anything, even if I'm running on fumes all the time. Brooklyn makes every dirty diaper, every temper tantrum, every late night worth it.
Rachel Wilson is an art senior.


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Гетеродонтові (Heterodonta) — підклас молюсків (Mollusca) класу Двостулкові (Bivalvia). Цей підклас включає їстівних молюсків, представників родини Серцевидкових і молюсків роду Venus.

Морфологія
Ці двостулкові молюски відрізняються наявністю двох половинок черепашки однакового розміру, і маючи кілька кардинальних зубів відділених від числа довгих бічних зубів. Більшість видів мають  сифон.

Ряди
Цей підклас включає чотири вимерлих ряди та п'ять живих двостулкових молюсків, а також ще поки що не визнаний ряд Euheterodonta:

 Ряд † Cycloconchidae
 Ряд † Hippuritoida
 Ряд † Lyrodesmatidae
 Ряд † Redoniidae

Систематика
У 2010 році нова пропонована система класифікації Bivalvia була опублікована для перегляду класифікації двостулкових молюсків

Підклас: Heterodonta:

Інфраклас: Archiheterodonta Giribet G. 2008. Bivalvia. Pp. 105–141, in: Ponder W.F. & Lindberg D.L. (eds), Molluscan Phylogeny. Berkeley: University of California Press, xi+469 pp.

Ряд: Carditoida
 Надродина: Carditoidea
 Родина: Carditidae
 Родина: Condylocardidae
 Надродина: Crassitelloidea
 Родина: Crassitellidae
 Родина: Astartidae

Інфраклас: Euheterodonta

Нерозподілені Euheterodonta
 Надродина: Gastrochaenoidea
 Родина: Gastrochaenidae
 Надродина: Hiatelloidea
 Родина: Hiatellidae
 Надродина: Solenoidea
 Родина: Solenidae
 Родина: Pharidae

Ряд: Anomalodesmata
 Надродина: Clavagelloidea
 Родина: Clavagellidae
 Родина: Penicillidae
 Надродина: Cuspidarioidea
 Родина: Cuspidariidae
 Надродина: Myochamoidea
 Родина: Cleidothaeridae
 Родина: Myochamidae
 Надродина: Pandoroidea
 Родина: Pandoridae
 Родина: Lyonsiidae
 Надродина: Pholadomyoidea
 Родина: Parilimyidae
 Родина: Pholadomyidae
 Надродина: Poromyoidea
 Родина: Poromyidae
 Надродина: Thracioidea
 Родина: Thraciidae
 Родина: Laternulidae
 Родина: Periplomatidae
 Надродина: Verticordioidea
 Родина: Lyonsiellidae
 Родина: Verticordiidae
 Родина: Euciroidae

Ряд: Myoida
 Підряд: Myina
 Надродина: Myoidea
 Родина: Corbulidae
 Родина: Myidae
 Надродина: Pholadoidea
 Родина: Pholadidae
 Родина: Teredinidae

Ряд: Lucinoida
 Надродина: Lucinoidea
 Родина: Lucinidae
 Надродина: Thyasiroidea
 Родина: Thyasiridae

Ряд: Veneroida
 Надродина: Arcticoidea
 Родина: Arcticidae
 Родина: Trapezidae
 Надродина: Corbiculoidea
 Родина: Corbiculidae
 Надродина: Cyamioidea
 Родина: Cyamiidae
 Родина: Neoleptonidae
 Родина: Sportellidae
 Надродина: Glossoidea
 Родина: Glossidae
 Надродина: Tridacnoidea
 Родина: Tridacnidae
 Надродина: Cardioidea
 Родина: Cardiidae
 Надродина: Chamoidea
 Родина: Chamidae
 Надродина: Galeommatoidea
 Родина: Galeommatidae
 Родина: Kelliidae
 Родина: Lasaeidae
 Родина: Leptonidae
 Родина: Montacutidae
 Надродина: Mactroidea
 Родина: Cardiliidae
 Родина: Mactridae
 Родина: Mesodesmatidae
 Надродина: Tellinoidea
 Родина: Donacidae
 Родина: Pharidae
 Родина: Psammobiidae
 Родина: Semelidae
 Родина: Tellinidae
 Родина: Solecurtidae
 Надродина: Ungulinoidea
 Родина: Ungulinidae
 Надродина: Cyrenoididae
 Родина: Cyrenoididae
 Надродина: Veneroidea
 Родина: Petricolidae
 Родина: Turtoniidae
 Родина: Veneridae

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The dagger point pierced the table top, a hair's breadth from his outstretched fingers, the slender blade glinting as it reverberated from the impact.
"No!" Laura's slender fingers gripped tight to the dagger still upright in the table.
"I know what you were after," Laura cut him short.
"Look, come on, let's not spoil a lovely meal," the boyfriend said, locking eyes with hers.
"I told you no!" Eyes still locked with his she ripped the blade from the table and sent it in an arc narrowly missing the boyfriend's face to impale the moving hand. Blood oozed from the wound.
His head shot back, his bright azure blue eyes in which she had once lost herself in passion opened wide in shock and then moved to follow her hand and blade as she ripped it from his hand.
This time the arc was different slicing neatly through his exposed throat creating a plume of crimson fluid. By the time she had finished her swing the boyfriend had slumped, gargling his final breaths face down on the table.


Often, at the movies, we find ourselves shaking our heads at the people on screen, who all too often behave in a way unrecognizable to the non-fictional. This is true for nearly all horror movies (come on, wouldn't most of us at least get somebody to Go Down Into The Dark Scary Basement with us?) and many relationship movies, particularly rom-coms starring Kate Hudson. But the other day, I saw a drama with a detail in it that jolted me right out of the movie, and caused me to ponder it all the way back to the office — which says a lot about my reaction to the movie as a whole. It's not opening for a while, and I'm not going to name the movie as this plot point is a bit spoiler-y (though not entirely; it happens in the movie's first half hour). So, a character — let's call him Joe, though that is not his name — is in a car, driving somewhere with his much-younger mistress — let's not give her a name; she doesn't need one — and it's late at night on a quiet road, and he gets sleepy, and suddenly the car's flipping over. Joe, because he was wearing his seatbelt, walks away; the mistress, who wasn't wearing a seatbelt (the better to be entwined around Joe while he's driving), gets her neck snapped and dies instantly. Because he's something of a craven coward (that part's believable), Joe doesn't call the police and wait with the body, but instead flees the scene and calls the most shady of his acquaintances to come pick him up. When his ride comes, Joe hops into the car to be driven home . . . AND DOESN'T PUT ON HIS SEATBELT. Now, if there was ever a time that you would buckle up, wouldn't it be that moment? Even if you were something of an emotional wreck? A small point, to be sure, but a very distracting one.


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California prosecutors announced Wednesday they will seek the death penalty if they convict the man suspected of being the notorious "Golden State Killer" who eluded capture for decades.
Newsom's reprieve lasts only so long as he is governor and does not prevent prosecutors from seeking nor judges and juries from imposing death sentences.
Prosecutors from four counties briefly announced their decision during a short court hearing for Joseph DeAngelo.
He was arrested a year ago based on DNA evidence linking him to at least 13 murders and more than 50 rapes across California in the 1970s and '80s.
"These are horrific crimes. Our sympathies are with the victims and families who have suffered at the hands of the Golden State Killer," Newsom spokesman Brian Ferguson said in a statement acknowledging that the governor's executive order does not affect the ability of local prosecutors to make charging decisions.
California has not executed anyone since 2006, but Newsom said he acted last month because 25 inmates have exhausted their appeals and court challenges to the state's new lethal injection process are potentially nearing their end.
He endorsed a repeal of capital punishment but said he could not in good conscious allow executions to resume in the meantime knowing that some innocent inmates could die.
Newsom also said he is exploring ways to commute death sentences, which would permanently end the chance of executions, though he cannot act without permission from the state Supreme Court in many cases.
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With temperatures dropping and festivities all around, it's finally time to pull out the winter treats we've been waiting for all year. Yes, indeed, this means peppermint hot chocolate, snowman-building materials, and the wintry novels we've come across but haven't felt ready to curl up with yet. Here are all the books we've been saving for winter and that'll be sure to keep you cozy and warm through the end of the year!
by Lia Louis
Molly's Pick: Every year my book club dedicates our December pick to something cozy and charming. I love a beach read, but there's no better reading atmosphere than a fleece blanket, a mug of hot chocolate, and twinkling lights. This year's selection, EIGHT PERFECT HOURS by Lia Louis, was an easy one. We all really loved her last novel, DEAR EMMIE BLUE, so one look at the cover for EIGHT PERFECT HOURS was all we needed. And the plot sounds so endearing: Noelle is on her way home from a disappointing college reunion when she gets stranded alone in a traffic jam during a blizzard. All hope is lost until a handsome passenger from a nearby car, Sam, knocks on her window and offers to help. The two spend eight perfect hours together, but once the roads are clear, they assume they'll never cross paths again . . . until fate intervenes. As soon as I make my first batch of holiday cookies, I'm going to dig in to this sure-to-be-charming novel.
"I read Eight Perfect Hours in one sitting, in four perfect hours, because I couldn't bear to put it down without knowing the ending. Lia Louis has become a must-buy author for me." —Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author
In this romantic and heartwarming novel, two strangers meet in chance circumstances during a blizzard and spend one perfect evening together, thinking they'll never see each other again. But fate seems to have different plans. From the acclaimed author of the "swoon-worthy…rom-com" (The Washington Post) Dear Emmie Blue.
On a snowy evening in March, thirty-something Noelle Butterby is on her way back from an event at her old college when disaster strikes. With a blizzard closing off roads, she finds herself stranded, alone in her car, without food, drink, or a working charger for her phone.
All seems lost until Sam Attwood, a handsome American stranger also trapped in a nearby car, knocks on her window and offers assistance. What follows is eight perfect hours together, until morning arrives and the roads finally clear. The two strangers part, positive they'll never see each other again but fate, it seems, has a different plan. As the two keep serendipitously bumping into one another, they begin to realize that perhaps there truly is no such thing as coincidence.
With plenty of charming twists and turns and Lia Louis's "bold, standout voice" (Gillian McAllister, author of The Good Sister), Eight Perfect Hours is a gorgeously crafted novel that will make you believe in the power of fate.
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Emily's Pick: I'm a huge fan of Love Actually and Fredrik Backman's A MAN CALLED OVE, so Pepper Harding's THE HEART OF HENRY QUANTUM, a blend of both, is a book I'm really looking forward to reading this winter. The premise sounds like a storyline that could've easily developed between Alan Rickman and Emma Thompson's characters in Love Actually. When middle-aged, unhappy Henry Quantum forgets to buy a Christmas present for his wife, he sets out two days before the holiday and ends up running into his ex-lover, Daisy—and their old flame reignites. We follow the various parties involved in this love triangle, evoking themes of heartbreak and unrequited love. A bittersweet story for readers who enjoy books on the sadder side around the holidays.
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Emily's Pick: I don't know what it is about royal historical fiction that just begs to be read in the wintertime, but I know that WOLF HALL is the one that's been calling out to me for months. Told from the perspective of Thomas Cromwell, we follow along as he manages the volatile temper of Henry VIII and manipulates the Tudor court during one of the most fascinating eras of history. The stakes are high, the characters are complex, and the settings are grand. I can't wait to dig in.
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Heather's Pick: Nordic noir all but demands to be read in winter, right? Maybe that's why I'm ready to bundle up and open the door to THE BUTTERFLY HOUSE, Katrine Engberg's second Kørner and Werner mystery novel. It has been on my TBR list for months, but I must have subconsciously known I'd need it now. After solving the gruesome murder of a young woman in THE TENANT, Copenhagen homicide detectives Jeppe Kørner and Anette Werner catch another big case. Though Werner's supposed to be on maternity leave and Kørner's newly divorced, the partners will do whatever it takes to find out who's killing innocent patients at one of the city's top hospitals.
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"[E]ngaging, inventive…brimming with mystery and intrigue" —Crime by the Book
In this "engrossing piece of Nordic noir" (Booklist, starred review) and sequel to the #1 international bestseller The Tenant, detectives Jeppe Kørner and Anette Werner race to solve a series of sordid murders linked to some of the most vulnerable patients in a Danish hospital.
Hospitals are supposed to be places of healing. But in the coronary care unit at one of Copenhagen's leading medical centers, a nurse fills a syringe with an overdose of heart medication and stealthily enters the room of an older male patient.
Six days earlier, a paperboy on his route in central Copenhagen stumbles upon a macabre find: the naked body of a dead woman, lying in a fountain with arms marked with small incisions. Cause of death? Exsanguination—the draining of all the blood in her body.
Clearly, this is no ordinary murder. Copenhagen investigator Jeppe Kørner, recovering from a painful divorce and in the throes of a new relationship, takes on the case. His partner, Anette Werner, now on maternity leave after an unexpected pregnancy, is restless at home with a demanding newborn and an equally demanding husband. While Jeppe pounds the streets looking for answers, Anette decides to do a little freelance sleuthing. But operating on her own exposes her to dangers she can't even begin to fathom.
As the investigation ventures into dark corners, it uncovers the ambition and greed that festers beneath the surface of caregiving institutions—all the more shocking for their depravity—and what Jeppe and Anette discover will turn their blood as cold as ice…
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Kaitie's Pick: As a lover of all things rom-com and all things Christmas season, and a newfound fan of Christina Lauren, I've been saving this book all year to read at the right time. This novel opens with down-on-her-luck Maelyn Jones getting trapped in a Groundhog Day–style time loop, where she'll navigate one hilarious escapade after another in her search for true love and happiness. Add in two handsome brothers, a little Christmas magic, Christina Lauren's trademark wit and high jinks, and a whole lot of romance, and this will be the perfect read for me to curl up with in front of the fire and celebrate the holiday season.
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One Christmas wish, two brothers, and a lifetime of hope are on the line for hapless Maelyn Jones in In a Holidaze, the quintessential holiday romantic novel by Christina Lauren, the New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners.
It's the most wonderful time of the year…but not for Maelyn Jones. She's living with her parents, hates her going-nowhere job, and has just made a romantic error of epic proportions.
But perhaps worst of all, this is the last Christmas Mae will be at her favorite place in the world—the snowy Utah cabin where she and her family have spent every holiday since she was born, along with two other beloved families. Mentally melting down as she drives away from the cabin for the final time, Mae throws out what she thinks is a simple plea to the universe: Please. Show me what will make me happy.
The next thing she knows, tires screech and metal collides, everything goes black. But when Mae gasps awake…she's on an airplane bound for Utah, where she begins the same holiday all over again. With one hilarious disaster after another sending her back to the plane, Mae must figure out how to break free of the strange time loop—and finally get her true love under the mistletoe.
Jam-packed with yuletide cheer, an unforgettable cast of characters, and Christina Lauren's trademark "downright hilarious" (Helen Hoang, author of The Bride Test) hijinks, this swoon-worthy romantic read will make you believe in the power of wishes and the magic of the holidays.
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There are many reasons for dogs and cats to have itchy skin or unhealthy coats, and pet owners are looking for ways to help their furry loved ones feel more comfortable. New ingredients and formulations are making skin and coat care more varied than ever, and manufacturers say educating consumers about these solutions will help sell the products at retail.
The most common skin and coat issues are hot spots, rashes, itchy/dry skin and other topical issues that repeatedly occur, says Geoff Hamby, director of marketing for Rialto, Calif.-based Vetericyn Animal Wellness.
The abundance of available products can seem overwhelming to pet owners, Hamby says, and misinformation doesn't help.
Education is important, because an unwitting pet owner may use a product that can lead to more complications and discomfort for the animal. Also, Hamby says, some pet owners are simply uncomfortable caring for wounds at home. To remedy this, the Vetericyn Animal Wellness team offers blogs, infographics and video content to entertain and teach both the pet parent and the retailer. The company has a staff veterinarian available to answer questions, attend events and participate in live videos on Facebook. There are also in-store trainings and events.
The newest product from Vetericyn is FoamCare pet shampoo, a pH balanced, hypoallergenic, spray-on, instant foaming shampoo. The spray-on application can cover the entire animal with product, and the foaming action makes it easy to saturate the animal's coat. The coat-specific formulas enable the user to rinse shampoo out of the coat fast, saving the owner time and reducing stress on the animal. FoamCare comes in three coat-specific and one medicated formulation, all of which are paraben-free, plant-based, skin conditioning and formulated to retain essential oils.
Consumers often try several solutions for skin and coat issues.
Pet King makes ZYMOX Shampoo and Conditioning Rinse, which Decker says have skin-calming effects and are veterinarian-recommended. The products wash away environmental elements and feature the patented formulation of the LP3 Enzyme System, a combination of enzymes with antibacterial, antifungal and anti-yeast properties. The ZYMOX Topical Cream and Spray works without antibiotics to manage painful, raw hot spots.
One challenge for retailers is educating pet owners on remedy products available in-store. Merchandising can help, and Decker says many retailers have found success by placing ZYMOX products in the pet food aisles where the stores typically have the most traffic, as well as at checkout. Placing a ZYMOX floor display at an end cap can also help boost awareness and trial.
Consumers want to know about ingredients, and manufacturers say there are some effective new ingredients as well as some that have long been considered beneficial for skin and coat care.
Ardsley, N.Y.-based Pura Naturals Pet has always used staple ingredients such as lavender, tea tree oil, Shea butter and aloe. Lately, the company has been working more with Calendula Oil and Niaouli Oil.
The company offers shampoos for specific needs that are anti-itch, lock in moisture, reduce shedding or treat fleas and ticks naturally.
"Customers are looking for natural and organic products that not only have their pup looking fluffy and fabulous, but treat other issues that affect the skin and fur," Sommers says.
New items from Pura Naturals Pet include Sweet Orange & Coconut Shed Control Shampoo, Detangling Conditioning Spray, flushable Flea & Tick Wipes, tear stain removing Under Eye Wipes with special enzymes that break down tear stains, and Between-Bath Fresheners in Lavender and Fresh Cotton. Also new is the Pro-Coat GROOMING line with nearly 20 SKUs, developed for the needs of groomers and rigorously tested by them. The line includes shed control, whitening and degreasing shampoos that rinse clean without clogging drains, and sprays that wick away moisture and reduce drying time by 50 percent.
The brand's newest product is TropiClean Papaya and Coconut Waterless Shampoo and TropiClean Tear Stain Remover. Brandly says the Papaya and Coconut Waterless Shampoo's no-rinse formula easily cleans the dirtiest pet, leaving them smelling great, and TropiClean Tear Stain Remover helps keep pets' beards and wrinkles clean and odor-free.


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I paid a visit to Rick and Nancy's farm, Bear Meadow Apiary, in Ashfield, MA the other day. They keep chickens, grow vegetables, and also have a bunch of bee hives. Rick spends most Saturdays educating me about bees at the farmers market, pointing out the difference between bumblebees and honeybees, and explaining his current housing arrangement for the bees. On a weekly basis, he gives me updates on what is going on in the hives.
On this day in particular, I was specifically heading there to get a look inside the kingdom of the honeybees.
As it turns out, each of Rick's hives have between 30,000 and 50,000 bees living inside. The bees in the hive are devoted entirely to providing for the queen whose job it is to keep producing bees and sustain a stable population.
The players inside of the hive all have a role.
Firstly, meet the drones—the male bees. These guys do nothing at all except impregnate the queen bee. There are about 200 of these guys hanging around. Once their queen bee is impregnated, the rest of them sit around the hive relaxing and watching TV. Once a day, they go to "a drone congregation center" (I am not kidding) looking for suitable brides to mate with. If they happen to find a mate, they do not come back but if not then they return to the hive to eat more potato chips and just hangout.
Meanwhile, there are sentries on duty to stop intruders from other hives from stealing their honey. This stuff does actually happen. The conversation goes something like, "Halt! Who goes there and who is your queen?" The wrong answer means you cannot come into the hive.
Then there are the bee-bread makers who make a bread-like substance from the pollen and the nectar which will serve to sustain the entire population of the hive. In addition, there are a large amount of worker bees who create the honeycombs.
Only a super elite core of bees are allowed to fly everyday across the countryside while caressing the flowers, scraping the pollen, smelling the roses (as it were), gliding through lavender fields, and making our flowers more beautiful and faster-growing.
Rick splits the honey with the bees. He has a deal with the queen. They produce about 70 pounds of honey per hive each year. This gives him enough honey to sell, the bees enough honey to feed on, and the queen enough honey to stay happy; believe me you need to keep the queen happy.
The queen has a lifespan of over three years while the other guys in the hive only get to see around three months of life. Rick had actually brought in some Russian queens, which cost him a sizable chunk, because of a disease infiltration with his home bred queens.
Today, I climbed into a bee suit and walked into this holy empire to visit each hive while looking for the queen. In addition, Rick was trying to make a new queen from some of his good bees. Would I be able to see a new queen? Would I survive my first incursion into the Red Zone?
Although slightly concerned that a bee would penetrate my outer layer, I was reassured that it would not happen. Rick told me that bees essentially do not sting. They give you warning signals.
They first turn on their buzz and start buzzing around you if they do not want you to be near. If that does not work then they start hitting you by flying straight into you as a second warning. If that does not work, then frankly it is a lose-lose situation because they now have to assume that you did not get the message and they are going to have to sting you. That means that they die and you have to seek medical attention. Chances are that that will not happen but…better to not take chances.
Anyhow, today I got to see a queen bee made. The deal was he had six female bees he was trying to make a queen from. The first one out of the pod would kill the others because there can only be one queen. It was an incredible moment inside of the bee hive when the queen bee came out from her overly-large pod. It is a tough world in the hive and it's not easy unless you happen to be one of the short-lived males.
Beehives are filled with life. There is a police force, there are workers, there are artists, and there is a boss. If everyone plays by the rules, there is lots of honey for everyone, our flowers get pollinated, our gardens look beautiful, and all is well (i.e. like a Bull Market). However, as in life, every now and again someone will screw it up. Bears like honey too (i.e. like a Bear Market)! Such is life.
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I'm Sue from San Jose. One of my all-time favorite books is Spong's Liberating the Gospels--it's really amazing! I enjoy reading his Q&A each week.
My progressive Presbyterian church is several years into a small-scale deaf ministry. We have 4 deaf members including one serving on Session and about 6 deaf visitors each week. In order to develop this ministry, we need to learn about some resource people. We do not know of another progressive church with this type of ministry. I serve on the Personnel & Administration Committee which really needs input on this subject. I hope someone out there has some!
I wish you well Sue but sorry, I don't know of any such resources.
I have not heard of another ministry such as yours among Progressive Christianity. Sounds like a worthy work. You might check out our main site at www.progressivechristianity.org where there are resources that may provide the contacts you are seeking.
Greeting Sue, I would try the school district because they have deaf students are in touch with most of the resources in the local area.


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HTSA Aims to Reduce 'Techno-centric' Sales Pitches via Training Program
Despite 23% growth rate in 2018, HTSA buying group to focus on sales relationship training for 2019, along with lighting, energy and wellness.
Jason Knott	• April 19, 2019
Jon Robbins (right), executive director of HTSA, announced the hiring of Keith Esterly as the buying group's new chief learning architect. Esterly will be conducting extensive sales training among HTSA members.
You might think that 23.1 percent sales growth in 2018 is satisfactory, but not for the Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA) buying group. Despite many of its members posting record years in terms of revenue, the 96-member alliance is focusing on sales improvement, among several other initiatives, for 2019.
The sales thrust will be led by newly hired Keith Esterly, HTSA's new chief learning architect. Esterly brings a lengthy background in sales training from many years at Tweeter and then Wal-Mart. Esterly was introduced to the group during HTSA's spring conference in Phoenix, featuring 326 attendees.
Jon Robbins, executive director of HTSA, says the board concluded that, in general, its members and the entire industry have "lost of the science of selling, which is odd because that passion for sales is what brought a lot of companies into this industry originally," he says.
"The industry has become too techno-centric. The art of the sale has left the industry. The board decided we needed have our sales performance skills equal our specification and technical skills."
"The industry has become too techno-centric. The art of the sale has left the industry."
— Jon Robbins, HTSA
The result is hiring Esterly, who is a full-time HTSA employee, not a consultant. The move is similar to the one the organization made nearly two years ago when it hired industry veteran Tom Doherty as its special projects coordinator.
"Our goal is to figure out how we can change the experience for customers who use HTSA members. We are going to do this by 'cracking the code' on human interaction," says Esterly.
"We are going to create a learning initiative that goes beyond just sales training, but focus on the entire human interaction process. We want to take it the next level. "
He continues, "Right now, the distinction between dealers is very thin in the minds of many customers. Once HTSA members adopt these sales techniques, I believe the change will be in the orders of magnitude."
HTSA Sales Training Agenda
Esterly cited how he was able to transform Tweeter's sales process from 1998 to 2008: "We knew the days of selling boxes was over. In 18 months, we changed every salesperson's view on sales. We flipped it from a situation where 80 percent of the training time was focused on the technology to 80 percent being focused on the experience for the customers. We can move every HTSA member along toward better sales no matter where their starting point is now." he says.
To do this, Esterly will:
Conduct 3-day immersive sales training with each HTSA member company and their entire team individually in their showrooms
Hold several regional Master Classes in sales training
Teach sales training sessions at HTSA's spring and fall meetings
Conduct a sales training at HTSA's project manager training later this year in Chicago.
The training itself will focus not just on end-user clients, but also architects, builders and designers.
"This won't just be sales training, but also delve into custom loyalty and retention elements so HTSA members can seek out and retain lifelong customers," says Esterly.
"We are going to create a learning initiative
that goes beyond just sales training, but
focus on the entire human interaction
process," says HTSA's new chief learning
architect Keith Esterly.
The crux of Esterly's human-interaction sales training revolves around the principles of:
Robbins notes, "We will measure the success of this program by sales growth. While others might be predicting gloom, we believe in 2019 we can sustain business despite murmurs in the economy."
He added, "We are trailblazers. We will continue to make investments to elevate our members and vendor partners. We are flattered and thrilled that other industry organizations are following us. It is good for the entire industry. We are 'locked in' and will continue to do good."
Continued Focus on Lighting, Energy, Wellness
In addition to the sales training forf 2019, HTSA will continue its lighting fixture, energy storage, and health and wellness programs for members during the year.
The group announced two new lighting fixture vendors at the show: Tech Element and LF Illumination. They joing DMF Lighting, Lightology and Pure Edge Lighting as the buying group's fixture vendors.
Doherty believes that when other lighting fixture manufacturers see these firms, and others, that have "crossed the picket line" to engage with custom integrators, others will follow.
However, Doherty says he is not in a hurry to add lighting fixture manufacturers, but instead is being deliberate and selective.
Related: HTSA Moves the Bar Higher in Lighting Fixtures
He noted the vendors chosen not only have to have the right products, but also the right business model.
"We need our members to have the right toolkit, but we don't want to compromise on the business partnership. The lighting fixture vendors need to conduct business with HTSA members the same way all the other vendors do," says Doherty.
Those primary criteria include:
Having a uniform pricing policy
The ability to ship product directly to integrators versus requiring purchase via distribution
Establishing a national sales sheet
In addition to lighting fixtures, Doherty is working to establish HTSA solidly in the energy storage business, working with partners like RoseWater Energy Group and SurgeX/Ametek.
"Energy storage and management is a fundamental element that our industry has been under-selling for years. Integrators need to be able to talk intelligently about the topic of electricity," he says.
Lastly, HTSA is working with Delos to move its members into the health and wellness category by creating working business models that members can adopt.
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Jason Knott is Chief Content Officer for Emerald's Connected Brands. Jason has covered low-voltage electronics as an editor since 1990, serving as editor and publisher of Security Sales & Integration. He joined CE Pro in 2000 and serves as Editor-in-Chief of that brand. He served as chairman of the Security Industry Association's Education Committee from 2000-2004 and sat on the board of that association from 1998-2002. He is also a former board member of the Alarm Industry Research and Educational Foundation. He has been a member of the CEDIA Business Working Group since 2010. Jason graduated from the University of Southern California.
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George Boemler (died June 1968) was an American film editor. He edited many films in the 1930s-1960s like Hollywood Party, The Bride Goes Wild, The Power and the Prize, Run Silent, Run Deep, and Five Weeks in a Balloon. He was nominated for an Emmy Award in 1963 for his work on Ben Casey.

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Praha
 Kolowratský palác – barokní palác na Ovocném trhu na Starém Městě (čp. 579), sídlí v něm Divadlo Kolowrat
 Kolovratský palác (Praha, Nerudova) – barokní palác na Malé Straně (čp. 214), sídlo Italského velvyslanectví
 Kolovratský palác (Praha, Valdštejnská) – barokní palác na Malé Straně (čp. 154), sídlí v něm Senát Parlamentu České republiky
Kolowratský palác (Praha, Sněmovní) – barokní palác na Malé Straně (čp. 177)
 Nový Kolowratský palác – novorenesanční budova na Novém Městě v ulici Na Příkopě (čp. 1047)
Sasko-lauenburský palác – dvojice barokně přestavěných budov na Hradčanském náměstí na Hradčanech (čp. 62 a 63), z nichž čp. 63 je nazývaná též Kolovratský palác
 Lichtenštejnský palác (Kampa) – zvaný též Kolovratský palác na Kampě na Malé Straně (čp. 506)
 Hrzánský palác – někdejší Kolovratský palác v Loretánské ulici na Hradčanech (čp. 176)

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BBB warns of scams in wake of storm damage
May 13, 2014 By Matt Kelley
Damage at Lake Panorama.
Many Iowans are still cleaning up from Sunday's series of severe thunderstorms that included six tornadoes and hurricane-force winds that demolished homes and farmsteads and shredded trees.
Jim Hegerty, with the Better Business Bureau, says if you have damage, beware of fast-talking crooks who are ready to swoop in. "Out of town repair firms that kind of drift in, they may go door-to-door, offer to be able to do your repairs very quickly," Hegerty says. "They may demand cash up-front and we would never advise doing that."
Hegerty says these people are known as "storm chasers" and often their goal is to prey on disaster victims. "A lot of times, this is the way these travelers that don't have the consumers' best interests at heart, they might try to take advantage of folks," he says. "You really do want to be careful with door-to-door solicitations and door hangers. Take your time, check them out, call the bureau and we'll let you know whether you're dealing with a reliable firm or not."
A tornado at Lake Panorama damaged several homes.
The National Weather Service says two tornadoes touched down in northwest Iowa on Sunday near Sheldon and Hospers, three tornadoes struck in central Iowa around Guthrie Center and Lake Panorama and one twister landed in southeast Iowa near Donnellson.
The largest was an E-F-2 with winds of 115 miles an hour that hit near Lake Panorama, wiping out 20 homes and condos. No serious injuries are reported.
Given all of the wind damage, Iowans may need help from professionals with roof repairs and tree trimming. "We may get some folks that drift up here or down here from out of the area that may or may not be reputable," Hegerty says. "We're not saying that all of these folks are bad news. Sometimes, they provide a valuable service but a lot of times, you want to be really cautious."
Hegerty says before signing any deal, make sure you call your insurance company and follow their recommendations. He says never pay anyone up-front for repairs and always get the details in writing before making a decision. Learn more at: www.bbb.org/iowa
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Q: How to write to $BASH_ENV with echo command using an existing environment variable? I'm building an application with CircleCI and I'm looking to echo an environment variable to the $BASH_ENV so that it will persist between CircleCI steps.
A working example of this is:
echo 'export TEST_NAME=$( cat dockername.txt )' >> $BASH_ENV

Which will allow the TEST_NAME to be correctly loaded in the following CircleCI steps. I'm now looking to do the same but with the variable being equal to an existing environment variable.
export VAR=FOO
echo $VAR // outputs 'FOO'

echo 'export TOKEN=$VAR' >> $BASH_ENV
// TOKEN outputs null in same and subsequent steps. I need it to equal FOO

I've tried every variation of syntax for this to work but I can't seem to crack it. Any thoughts?

A: echo "export TOKEN=${VAR}" >> $BASH_ENV
Use double quotes to have the variable evaluated. The braces aren't necessary but are good practice.
https://devhints.io/bash


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Facebook and Instagram add activity trackers to help you limit your time on social media
Anna Hensel@ahhensel	 August 1, 2018 4:00 AM
Instagram's new 'Your Activity' dashboard.
Image Credit: Courtesy Facebook
Instagram and Facebook are encouraging users to think more carefully about how much time they're spending on their apps with the launch of new activity-tracking tools.
Today, Facebook announced that it is adding "activity dashboards" to the main Facebook app, and to Facebook-owned Instagram. The company said these dashboards are "coming soon," but didn't provide an exact date.
On both apps, the new dashboards will live within the settings tab — on Instagram, it will be called "Your Activity," and on Facebook, "Your Time on Facebook." There, users can see the average amount of time they spent on the app that week, as well as how much time they spent that day. They can opt to receive a reminder after they've been on Facebook or Instagram for a certain amount of time — say 45 minutes — to encourage them to log off for the day. They'll also be able to mute push notifications for a set amount of time.
By adding activity dashboards, Facebook and Instagram are really just keeping up with the times. Both Android P and iOS 12 will come with enhanced "Do Not Disturb" and "Time Well Spent" features, where users can view how much time they're spending on certain apps. So Facebook and Instagram might as well encourage users to check the amount of time spent within their apps, rather than going to the Android or iOS dashboards.
Placing these dashboards within the settings tab — instead of in the main News Feed — will likely cut down on the number of users who actually use the tools. Additionally, it appears that the onus is on the user to determine what they want to set as their daily limit. The tool would be more powerful if it encouraged users to set a specific daily limit or showed them which parts of the app they spend the most time in and sent suggestions about where to cut back. But while that would be good for the company's "Time Well Spent" initiative, it wouldn't help ad revenue, which depends on having more eyeballs in more parts of the app.
Other tools the company has added this year to help users feel like the amount of time they're spending on social media is healthy include a "Keyword Snooze" on Facebook that lets you hide certain words from your News Feed for 30 days and a "You're all Caught Up" feature on the Instagram News Feed to alert you when you've scrolled through all the posts that have been added since you last opened the app.


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