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US bishops to Trump: 'Enough. Stop these executions'
September 22, 2020 CNA Daily News News Briefs 3 Print
CNA Staff, Sep 22, 2020 / 02:45 pm (CNA).-
The Catholic bishops of the United States on Tuesday implored President Donald Trump to halt two federal executions set to take place this week.
"We say to President Trump and Attorney General Barr: Enough. Stop these executions."
"After the first murder recorded in the Bible, God did not end Cain's life, but rather preserved it, warning others not to kill Cain (Gn. 4:15). As the Church, we must give concrete help to victims of violence, and we must encourage the rehabilitation and restoration of those who commit violence," the bishops wrote in a statement Sept. 22.
"Accountability and legitimate punishment are a part of this process. Responsibility for harm is necessary if healing is to occur and can be instrumental in protecting society, but executions are completely unnecessary and unacceptable, as Popes St. John Paul II, Benedict XVI, and Francis have all articulated."
The statement was signed by Archbishop Paul Coakley, chair of the bishops' domestic policy committee, and Archbishop Joseph Naumann, chair of the pro-life committee.
Naumann, whose own father was murdered, said earlier this month: "Murder is an unspeakable evil. Those who perpetrate such a crime have inflicted a grave injustice, not only upon the person who was murdered but also upon all their loved ones."
"The criminal justice system has a responsibility to protect the innocent from victimization and to deter the commission of violent crimes. However. in the United States in 2020, we have the ability to protect society from violent criminals without resorting to the death penalty."
The Catechism of the Catholic Church describes the death penalty as "inadmissible," citing increasing effectiveness of detention systems, the unchanging dignity of the person, and the importance of leaving open the possibility of conversion.
William LeCroy is set to be executed Sept. 22, while Christopher Vialva's execution is set for Sept. 24, both by lethal injection. The executions will be the sixth and seventh to take place in the last three months alone.
LeCroy was convicted of raping and killling a nurse in 2001; Vialva was convicted of killing two youth ministers in 1999, who reportedly prayed, spoke about God, and pleaded for their lives as Vialva murdered them.
Attorney General William Barr, a Catholic, during July 2019 announced that executions of federal death-row inmates would resume for the first time since 2003.
The U.S. bishops' conference has repeatedly condemned the executions, as has Archbishop Charles Thompson of Indianapolis, whose diocese includes the federal prison in Terre Haute, where federal executions take place.
Though the COVID-19 pandemic and several legal challenges delayed the resumption, the federal government resumed executions during July 2020 after the Supreme Court declined to hear the case.
On July 7 of this year, several U.S. bishops joined a statement of more than 1,000 faith leaders opposing the resumption of federal executions.
Federal executions are rare, but the bishops noted that there have been more federal executions carried out already in 2020— five— than were carried out in the last sixty years.
One of the most recent federal executions was that of Lezmond Mitchell, a Navajo man whose tribe objected, asking that his sentence be commuted to life in prison. Bishop James Wall of Gallup led a virtual prayer vigil on the afternoon of Aug. 26 ahead of Mitchell's execution.
President Donald Trump has defended the use of the death penalty and has claimed that his support of the death penalty did not impact his pro-life credentials.
Attorney General Barr is set to be honored at the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast on Sept. 23.
Poll: Catholics overwhelmingly concerned about church attacks, oppose 'defund the police'
Survey: Catholics, like fellow Americans, favor abortion restrictions
Study finds nearly 30% spike in male teen suicide following Netflix release of '13 Reasons Why'
June 7, 2019 CNA Daily News 0
Denver, Colo., Jun 7, 2019 / 04:00 pm (CNA).- When the Netflix series '13 Reasons Why', which features teen suicide, first aired in 2017, mental health professionals expressed concerns that the show could have a contagion effect, triggering an increase in suicides among teens inspired by the show.
A new study suggests these fears were not unfounded. According to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, United States youth ages 10-17 had a 28.9% increase in suicide rates in young males in the month (April 2017) following the debut of the show.
"The number of deaths by suicide recorded in April 2017 was greater than the number seen in any single month during the five-year period examined by the researchers," the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) reported. Increases in suicide rates among youth were also found in the month leading up to the shows release, and through December 2017, nine months after its release.
"The findings highlight the necessity of using best practices when portraying suicide in popular entertainment and in the media," NIMH stated in a press release on the study.
The study was conducted by multiple researchers from several different universities, hospitals, and the NIMH, which also funded the study. The study found that the increase in suicides was statistically significant among young males. The increase in suicides among young females in association with the show was not statistically significant.
For the study, researchers analyzed death rates due to suicide based on data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's web-based Wide-ranging Online Data for Epidemiologic Research.
Researchers found the increase in suicide rates even after adjusting for otherwise expected suicide rates during that time period, based on ongoing suicide trends. They also found that suicide rates did not increase during the studied time period for people ages 18-64.
Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people between the ages of 10 and 24, according to the CDC. Studies show that publicized suicides may also trigger a ripple effect of additional suicides within communities.
"The results of this study should raise awareness that young people are particularly vulnerable to the media," one author of the study, Lisa Horowitz, Ph.D., M.P.H., a clinical scientist in the NIMH Intramural Research Program, said in a statement. "All disciplines, including the media, need to take good care to be constructive and thoughtful about topics that intersect with public health crises."
The Netflix series "13 Reasons Why," developed by Brian Yorkey, is based on a young adult novel with the same title by author Jay Asher. The series examines the suicide of 17 year-old Hannah Baker, who made 13 cassette tapes prior to her death. Each tape is addressed to a different person at her school, and details how and why they contributed to her desire to take her own life. It also graphically depicts Baker's suicide in a scene in which she slits her wrists and lets her blood spill into her bathtub at home.
Mental health experts and other critics have raised concerns that the show portrays suicide as an act of revenge and a power play, rather than as an irreversible tragedy.
"There was a kind of romanticization, and at the core of the story was this idea that you can kill yourself and be dead and yet not really be dead," Don Mordecai, Kaiser Permanente's national leader for mental health, told Business Insider. "Because, of course, (Baker) continues to be a character – she's in scenes, and she's still there in many ways."
The creators of the Netflix original series insisted in a follow-up video that 13 Reasons was meant to be helpful – to bring up important conversations about serious topics like suicide, bullying and assault, and to get viewers talking about solutions to suicidal thoughts. The second season of the show includes a disclaimer, telling teenagers to watch the show with a trusted adult and to seek help if they experience suicidal thoughts.
But even prior to this recent study, the show faced much backlash from mental health experts, who said it failed to follow several of the "Recommendations for Reporting on Suicide," a list of guidelines for media outlets developed by suicide prevention experts and journalists. Experts advise against sensational headlines or depicting the method of suicide, which studies have shown can lead to suicide contagion, or "copycat" suicides.
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education, a U.S. non-profit suicide prevention group, said at the show's release that it may do "more harm than good."
A Florida schools superintendent warned parents in April 2017 that the show was inspiring an increase in self-harming and suicidal threats among elementary and middle school students, according to the Washington Post.
A survey published in November 2018 also found that of 87 suicidal teenagers aged 13 to 17 who were taken to the emergency department, 43 of them said that they had watched at least one episode of "13 Reasons Why". Of those who had seen the show, 21 reported that they believe it had increased their risk for suicide.
In the press release for the NIMH study, the authors concluded that the findings "should serve as a reminder to be mindful of the possible unintended impacts of the portrayal of suicide, and as a call to the entertainment industry and the media to use best practices when engaging with this topic."
Virginia Catholics praise dismissal of assisted suicide by state legislature
November 15, 2018 CNA Daily News 0
Arlington, Va., Nov 15, 2018 / 03:49 am (CNA/EWTN News).- Virginia Catholics are praising the decision of a joint commission of the state legislature to take no action on a study on assisted suicide.
Last year, Del. Kaye Kory (D-Fairfax) asked the Virginia state legislature to consider legalizing so-called "medical aid-in-dying" or physician-assisted suicide.
After receiving public comment, the Joint Commission on Health Care, which was tasked with studying the issue, voted 10-6 on November 7 to take no action on the issue.
"I was very pleased to receive the news that the Virginia Joint Commission on Health Care rejected efforts that might ultimately have led to the legalization of physician-assisted suicide in our commonwealth," Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington told the Arlington Catholic Herald.
"The commission received nearly 3,000 public comments against legalizing assisted suicide, and comments against assisted suicide outnumbered comments for assisted suicide 8-1! I thank the leadership of the Virginia Catholic Conference, the Arlington Diocese's Office for Marriage, Family and Respect Life and so many citizens, especially among our Catholic faithful, for standing up for life!" he added.
In a statement posted to the Virginia Catholic Conference website, director of the conference Jeff Caruso said that voters' voices had been "heard loud and clear" on the issue.
"In prayer and in public, your voices are urgently needed to bring Gospel values to bear on vital decisions being made by those who represent you," he said.
Of the 3,000 comments against assisted suicide received by the commission, about 2,000 of them them were submitted through the Catholic Conference, Caruso told the Arlington Catholic Herald.
"The gift of life is something that should never be abandoned or discarded and that's the principal that was upheld by the joint commission," he said.
Caruso said it was "very significant" that the commission declined to take action on assisted suicide, because it is something that could be helpful in the continued fight against legalizing it in the future.
The vote included all of the commission's Republicans, as well as one vote from a Democrat on the commission. One of the commissioners who voted against assisted suicide was a surgeon, another was a physician.
Del. Scott Garrett (R-Lynchburg), who has experience as a surgeon, told the Virginia Mercury that he voted to take no action because he had witnessed people who had long-outlived their prognosis.
"The resiliency of the human condition is truly an amazing thing," he said. "Each one of us has certainly, many, many times in our professional careers been faced with somebody who had no chance, they're going to die in three months, and yet in fact it just wasn't their time yet."
The commission did pass several measures to improve health care in the state's jails and prisons, including actions aimed at improving mental health and substance abuse.
Kory told the Virginia Mercury that she would not propose any assisted suicide legislation this year.
The seven states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Montana, Oregon, Vermont, and Washington, plus the District of Columbia, have legalized assisted suicide.
After pro-abortion rights essay draws ire, Jesuit high school retracts student magazine issue
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US Catholic to Bishops: Enough. Stop with your half-baked leftwing political activism. You and Francis blatantly contradict two millennia of Church teaching on capital punishment. You insult victims of crime and people who care about genuine, as opposed to, "social" justice.
Kyle Wilder
The bastardized Catechism on the topic of the death penalty is "inadmissible." Executions are entirely admissible.
And to Bergoglio who has had the unimaginable audacity to insinuate this outrage into the Catechism, we say: "Get out of My sight, you evildoer."
"Jesus still walks our streets": Pope Francis' homily at Madison Square Garden [FULL TEXT]
CWR Staff September 25, 2015 0
Below is the full text of Pope Francis' homily from Mass at Madison Square Garden, September 25. We are in Madison Square Garden, a place synonymous with this city. This is the site of […]


This antique 450 Farmall Tractor had been used here at the farm since the 1960's. It now rests in a thicket near the barn, waiting to be restored.
Semi-dry medium-bodied red wine blend. At the end of the day, park the tractor and sip this one and watch the sunset.


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Q: ClientHandlerException, Message Body Writer mime media type application/json I added a new Webservice to my code. For which I had to add a new Concrete Data POJO set.
import java.io.Serializable;
import javax.xml.bind.annotation.XmlRootElement;
import com.swipex.common.authenticator.IAuthenticable;

public class CServiceCenterOwnerDetails implements IServiceCenterOwnerDetails,
        IServiceCenterOwnerDetailsSetters, IAuthenticable, Serializable {
    private static final long serialVersionUID = 1L;

Exception I got was
com.sun.jersey.api.client.clienthandlerexception: a message body writer for java type, class , and mime media type, application/json, was not found at com.sun.jersey.client.urlconnection.urlconnectionclienthandler.handle

A: All I had to do was to add a annotation @XmlRootElement to the class definition, and it worked.
import java.io.Serializable;
import javax.xml.bind.annotation.XmlRootElement;
import com.swipex.common.authenticator.IAuthenticable;

@XmlRootElement
public class CServiceCenterOwnerDetails implements IServiceCenterOwnerDetails,
        IServiceCenterOwnerDetailsSetters, IAuthenticable, Serializable {
    private static final long serialVersionUID = 1L;

Reference to this answer, even though it did not point me to the perfect solution to my problem, it did have a hint.

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A few years back my daughter received this lovely afghan from her Great Auntie Martha. Recently I was going through things I had packed away for her and found it. I told her we were going to use it and enjoy it's beauty. No point in waiting for that day when she will have her own home, she can still use it then, why not enjoy it now?
I wish you could see this afghan up close. It is comprised of hundreds of tiny crocheted hexagons. It reminds me so much of the Grandmother's Flower Garden quilt pattern that I love (and have not made). I know the hours and hours of labor that went into this gift. I'm so glad that she made it for Maddie. Next time I see sweet Great Auntie Martha, I'll have to hug her a bit longer.
How beautiful! I have never seen a crocheted hexagon blanket before!
Simply beautiful piece. I'm a huge advocate of using things now! No promise of tomorrow, and no day is more important than today.
Thats gorgeous Renee.I love the first photo of it.. just darling.
Very pretty. I think that was a great idea to get it out and use it now.
Remember your post from a few weeks ago about using fabric you had? I wanted to start a Dresden plate quilt I bought 2 small pieces of fabric all the rest of the wedges are being cut from fabric I've had. Thank you for your inspiration.
Absolutely gorgeous-loved the photos too.
I've seen hexagon quilts before, like the Flower Garden pattern, but never the hexagons crocheted! Wow, it is beautiful! And I totally agree...why wait? It deserves to be shown in all her glory and for all the labor and love that went into creating such a piece. This is one special aunt!
It is so beautiful. One of my favorite quilt patterns is Grandmother's Flower Garden and this is so like it. I have not made a whole quilt, but have made smaller projects. I love it because it is all handwork. Your Aunt Martha did spend many hours on this heirloom.
Wow! I have never seen one like this, it's gorgeous!
That is SO very beautiful!! I have never seen one made like that. A very sweet heirloom.
I have done some crocheting and I know that the beautiful blanket was a labor of love.
Gosh, that is so pretty...I don't think I have ever seen crocheted hexagons. It really is special.


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/**
 * Initializes the test environment.
 */
require_once(dirname(__FILE__) . '/bootstrap.php');

/**
 * Tests the application resource decorator.
 *
 * @category PHP
 * @package Mol_Bootstrap
 * @subpackage Tests
 * @author Matthias Molitor <matthias@matthimatiker.de>
 * @copyright 2012 Matthias Molitor
 * @license http://www.opensource.org/licenses/BSD-3-Clause BSD License
 * @link https://github.com/Matthimatiker/MolComponents
 * @since 15.07.2012
 */
class Mol_Application_Bootstrap_LazyLoad_ResourceDecoratorTest extends PHPUnit_Framework_TestCase
{

    /**
     * System under test.
     *
     * @var Mol_Application_Bootstrap_LazyLoad_ResourceDecorator
     */
    protected $decorator = null;

    /**
     * The decorated resource.
     *
     * @var Zend_Application_Resource_Resource|PHPUnit_Framework_MockObject_MockObject
     */
    protected $innerResource = null;

    /**
     * See {@link PHPUnit_Framework_TestCase::setUp()} for details.
     */
    protected function setUp()
    {
        parent::setUp();
        $this->innerResource = $this->createInnerResource();
        $this->decorator     = new Mol_Application_Bootstrap_LazyLoad_ResourceDecorator($this->innerResource);
    }

    /**
     * See {@link PHPUnit_Framework_TestCase::tearDown()} for details.
     */
    protected function tearDown()
    {
        $this->decorator     = null;
        $this->innerResource = null;
        parent::tearDown();
    }

    /**
     * Ensures that the constructor throws an exception if no resource is provided.
     */
    public function testConstructorThrowsExceptionIfNoResourceIsProvided()
    {
        $this->setExpectedException('InvalidArgumentException');
        new Mol_Application_Bootstrap_LazyLoad_ResourceDecorator(new stdClass());
    }

    /**
     * Checks if setBootstrap() provides a fluent interface.
     */
    public function testSetBootstrapProvidesFluentInterface()
    {
        $this->assertSame($this->decorator, $this->decorator->setBootstrap($this->createBootstrapper()));
    }

    /**
     * Checks if setBootstrap() passes the bootstrapper to the inner resource.
     */
    public function testSetBootstrapPassesBootstrapperToInnerResource()
    {
        $bootstrapper = $this->createBootstrapper();
        $this->innerResource->expects($this->once())
                            ->method('setBootstrap')
                            ->with($this->isInstanceOf(get_class($bootstrapper)));
        $this->decorator->setBootstrap($bootstrapper);

    }

    /**
     * Checks if getBootstrap() returns the bootstrapper from the inner resource.
     */
    public function testGetBootstrapReturnsBootstrapperFromInnerResource()
    {
        $bootstrapper = $this->createBootstrapper();
        $this->innerResource->expects($this->once())
                            ->method('getBootstrap')
                            ->will($this->returnValue($bootstrapper));
        $this->assertSame($bootstrapper, $this->decorator->getBootstrap());
    }

    /**
     * Checks if setOptions() provides a fluent interface.
     */
    public function testSetOptionsProvidesFluentInterface()
    {
        $this->assertSame($this->decorator, $this->decorator->setOptions(array()));
    }

    /**
     * Ensures that setOptions() passes the options to the inner resource.
     */
    public function testSetOptionsPassesOptionsToInnerResource()
    {
        $options = array('a' => 'b');
        $this->innerResource->expects($this->once())
             ->method('setOptions')
             ->with($options);
        $this->decorator->setOptions($options);
    }

    /**
     * Checks if getOptions() returns the options from the inner resource.
     */
    public function testGetOptionsReturnsOptionsFromInnerResource()
    {
        $options = array('a' => 'b');
        $this->innerResource->expects($this->once())
             ->method('getOptions')
             ->will($this->returnValue($options));
        $this->assertEquals($options, $this->decorator->getOptions());
    }

    /**
     * Checks if init() returns a lazy loader.
     */
    public function testInitReturnsLazyLoader()
    {
        $loader = $this->decorator->init();
        $this->assertInstanceOf('Mol_Application_Bootstrap_LazyLoader', $loader);
    }

    /**
     * Ensures that init() creates a new lazy loader on each call.
     */
    public function testInitCreateNewLazyLoaderOnEachCall()
    {
        $this->assertNotSame($this->decorator->init(), $this->decorator->init());
    }

    /**
     * Ensures that the lazy loader that is returned by init() calls the init()
     * method of the inner resource.
     */
    public function testInitReturnsLazyLoaderThatInitializesTheInnerResource()
    {
        $this->innerResource->expects($this->once())
             ->method('init')
             ->will($this->returnValue(null));
        $loader = $this->decorator->init();
        $this->assertInstanceOf('Mol_Application_Bootstrap_LazyLoader', $loader);
        $loader->load();
    }

    /**
     * Creates a mock that is used as inner resource.
     *
     * @return Zend_Application_Resource_Resource|PHPUnit_Framework_MockObject_MockObject
     */
    protected function createInnerResource()
    {
        return $this->getMock('Zend_Application_Resource_Resource');
    }

    /**
     * Creates a bootstrapper for testing.
     *
     * @return Mol_Test_Bootstrap
     */
    protected function createBootstrapper()
    {
        return Mol_Test_Bootstrap::create();
    }

}

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Our next Radio Practice will be Saturday – March 11, 2017, from 1000 hours to 1200 hours, at Spreckels Lake in Golden Gate Park, 36th Avenue & Fulton Street. Look for the long row of green park benches.
Last month, February 11th, we had a very nice group of 18 radio operators who were all eager to use their radios. Although I forgot to bring the pre-written messages for our practice the group pitched in and wrote their own messages, sending and receiving them using three different assigned channels. Everyone looked like they had a good time, the Sun was bright and the coats we brought were not needed.
For the March 11 practice we again will start out by checking into a net, help anyone who has questions about their radio, and importantly use our radios to send and receive!
Try to arrive before or by 1000 hours. If you are new to 2MCM the side road along the North shore of the lake usually has plenty of parking.
I look forward to seeing you at the Lake. And many, many thanks to all of you who have been supporting the 2MCM Radio Practice. The July 2017 practice will mark 7 Years of 2MCM at Spreckels Lake!
Our next practice will be Saturday February 11, 2017, from 1000 hours to 1200 hours, at Spreckels Lake in Golden Gate Park. 36th Avenue & Fulton.
For our January 14th radio practice we had a congenial group of 14 radio operators, with two who were brand new hams. Everyone got to talk on his or her radio, get questions answered or help someone.
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This Saturday, thousands of people around the world will take action to ban fracking in their communities as part of Global Frackdown 2, the second international day of action to ban fracking. More than 200 actions will be taking place in more than 20 countries spanning six continents, all calling for a ban on fracking. From Australia to India, France to Argentina, South Africa to Canada, and all across the United States, people will be taking action in their communities -- demanding that their elected representatives protect their communities and our planet from fracking and associated activities and work to move towards a clean energy future. Will you join us?
Every month, we see new evidence of the damage that drilling and fracking does to our essential water resources. Just this month, a peer reviewed study out of Duke University found elevated levels of radioactivity, salts and metals in river water and sediments at a site where wastewater from oil and gas operations was treated and discharged into a creek in western Pennsylvania. The researchers warned that this inadequate treatment could leave a long-term legacy of radioactivity in our waterways.
This comes just a few months after whistleblowers within the regional Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) office in Pennsylvania released a presentation to the Los Angeles Times that indicated EPA scientists believed that gas drilling and fracking was likely involved in the contamination of drinking water in Dimock, Pa. This follows similar evidence -- ignored by the EPA -- in Parker County, Texas and Pavilion, Wyo. Pressure is mounting on the EPA and Obama administration to reopen those investigations and this will be a major focus of Power Shift and some Global Frackdown actions.
Last year, the oil and gas industry commissioned a white paper called, "The Global Anti-Fracking Movement: What it Wants, How it Operates and What's Next," conducted by a risk management firm to give the industry advice on how to respond to the effective movement to stop fracking, citing the Global Frackdown as one of many events that fostered global networking and collaboration for a ban. The report mentioned "outright bans constitute the most significant political risk to the industry." This year's Global Frackdown is even more powerful with over 340 partner organizations and even stronger and more powerful actions.
Oil and gas industry, take notice -- our movement is growing and won't be stopped.
The more people learn the truth about fracking, the more they oppose it. A national Pew Policy Center Poll released in September found that 49 percent of Americans oppose the increased use of fracking, while only 44 percent support it. The opposition grew by 11 percentage points just since March of this year, when only 38 percent of Americans opposed increased fracking. State polls in New York, California and Pennsylvania follow this trend. Organizing in communities across the United States and big mobilizations like the Global Frackdown are making a difference -- people are ready for real renewable energy solutions and do not want to saddle their communities and the planet with the dangers of fracking.
From six communities banning fracking in Argentina to moratoria on fracking in Netherlands and the Czech Republic, to continuing to keep New York free from fracking, to passing local measures against fracking in 395 communities across the United States, communities are fighting back... and we're winning.
Just last week, the highest court in France upheld the French Parliament's national ban on fracking and the European Union voted to approve requiring in-depth environmental audits before allowing drilling and fracking in shale in the European Union. The industry is strongly opposed to the bill.


Viswanathan Anand, a five-time world chess champion and national icon, spoke to The Telegraph the other evening.
Few mega achievers, by the way, are as modest as Anand. Little wonder, then, that he has always been admired.
Anand turns 49 next month.
Q Your state, Tamil Nadu, is among the more politically conscious ones. Could we see you going the Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan way?
A No... Of course, I'm politically aware, but I don't get into every detail. Not that I don't try and listen to a conversation on politics. It's about (gathering) information... That Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan could enter politics had been whispered for years before they actually did so. In Rajinikanth's case, people had been expecting that step for such a long time that, when he did take the plunge, it was like 'okay, he's done it'... Right now, it's mixed in Tamil Nadu and the actual test will be in 2021.
Q Why did you say 'no'?
A (Emphatically) Because I can't see myself becoming a politician. It's not about compromising... Like chess, you have to be fascinated by politics and, like sport in general, you need to spend a lot of time before you become successful. Politicians must create a base and campaign endlessly. I can't see myself doing that. I'd rather spend time on my hobbies, read up a subject which interests me.
A Well, yes. Politics may look easy, but it is not.
Q It's not unusual for big names from other fields to enter politics and make a mark. Your take?
A I have constantly been seeing people switching careers and that has happened a lot in chess too. I'd say go for it if you have the skills set to define something else which engages you... One of the perspectives you have in life, when you are nearing 50, is that if something really fascinates and motivates, then go for it. Everybody doesn't succeed or win, but if the game (of politics) interests you, go ahead.
Q Some words on one-time rival Garry Kasparov, who has been a fierce critic of Russia's supremo Vladimir Putin?
A When Garry finished as a regular chess player 13 or so years ago, I'd thought he would become an author for he'd been wanting to write books. Instead, Garry got involved with some causes. I always felt he was more of an activist rather than a politician. Garry advocated causes he never expected to win, but highlighted them nevertheless. I think his Russia activism falls in that category. Personally, I see Garry more as an author or a speaker... He is not quite involved with chess now, but still follows the game at a high level. Garry hasn't dropped off completely.
A Yes, but I cannot tell you of the impact Garry has been having. I really don't know much about politics in Russia.
Q Have you met Kasparov in recent years?
A We have met, yes, a few times in a tournament in the US (Sinquefield Cup in St Louis).
Q To talk of the all-time greats... Where would you place Kasparov?
A Difficult to compare, but some say (reigning world champion) Magnus Carlsen is already the greatest. Some say Bobby Fischer or Garry... I didn't play against Fischer, but have against the other two. Garry rarely plays and, so, Carlsen would have to be seen differently... Most agree that Fischer, Garry and Carlsen would figure in some order in the top three.
Q You've been travelling the world from the 1980s... What, for you, has been the biggest change in India?
A We used to be a closed economy then, not so now.
A (Smiles) Indeed. In the first seven years of travelling, from 1983, I spent more time figuring out how to get foreign exchange approval than preparing for the tournaments! Much of my parents' time went arranging for the travellers cheques. Back then you didn't, after all, have forex or credit or debit cards... Also, if I wanted to know about a city overseas, I had to find a person in Chennai who'd been there to answer my queries. India has greatly benefited from the IT revolution and everyone knows about everyone. You can just search the net.
Q Isn't there too much information available on different platforms?
A More information doesn't always mean you are better informed.
Q What about the change in India's image?
A It has certainly improved and India is seen more positively. People abroad used to have some strange views about India, just like some in India had strange views about men and women overseas... We Indians are no longer perceived as snake charmers! That thinking, fortunately, has gone... Today, Indians are so much more international... Hordes travel overseas and students in massive numbers study overseas.
Q Message for the very young?
A Not for anybody in the 12-13 age group, for that's very young... For the older ones... I'd say focus and enjoy what you are doing, as the results will take care of themselves... But I'd be a bit worried if a teenager did take my advice as he/she should experience life as a teenager. Advice comes from the perspective of someone else.
Q Finally... You haven't just been a champion, but a terrific ambassador for India and for sport. When you do say 'no more', how should one view your legacy?
A I think I have already made a difference in the way chess is seen in India and the way it is followed... Globally also... That, I reckon, would be my legacy.


Brilliant sets from Rob Delaney, Heidi Regan and Ivo Graham as well as the hilarious compere John Robins made SLOW's first-ever comedy fundraiser a roaring sell out success.
We raised over £1,400 on the night – cash which will enable SLOW to set up a new weekly group in North London.
Big, big thanks to Rob Delaney, and all the other comedians that volunteered their time for free. And the biggest thanks goes to our volunteer, Kat Roberts, who organised the whole night for SLOW. Thank you so much Kat!
And… if you have a fundraising idea for SLOW please do get in touch with Kelly Carter (admin@slowgroup.co.uk) and we'll do all we can to help you with your plans.


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Assessing the Impact of Requiring Justification and Approval Review for Sole Source 8(a) Native American Contracts in Excess of $20 Million
by Nancy Young Moore, Amy G. Cox, Clifford A. Grammich, Judith D. Mele
Military Acquisition and Procurement,
National Security Legislation,
Native American Populations,
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Some participants in the federal 8(a) Business Development Program, including Alaska Native Corporations, Indian tribes, and Native Hawaiian Organizations, face no limit on the value of sole-source contracts they can receive. Concerns over the rising number of these contracts led to requirements for justification and approval of contracts above $20 million. This raised other concerns regarding the effects of the new requirements on Native American-owned firms and contracting personnel. The new federal requirement may delay the award of these contracts but have little impact on the number of such contracts awarded.
8(a) Policies and Native American Companies
Quantitative Analysis of Recent Contracts Awarded to Native Groups
Findings from Qualitative Analyses
Public Law 111-84, Section 811: Justification and Approval of Sole-Source Contracts
Congressional Request for a Study of the Effects of J&A Provisions
Selected Dates in the Evolution of Small Business Policy
Appendix D
Variation in 8(a) Requirements, by Type of Business
Provision and Incentives for DoD to Outsource Directly to Native American-Owned Firms
Appendix F
Numbers of Contracts, by Year
Appendix G
The research described in this report was prepared for the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD). The research was conducted within the RAND National Defense Research Institute, a federally funded research and development center sponsored by OSD, the Joint Staff, the Unified Combatant Commands, the Navy, the Marine Corps, the defense agencies, and the defense Intelligence Community.
This report is part of the RAND Corporation technical report series. RAND technical reports may include research findings on a specific topic that is limited in scope or intended for a narrow audience; present discussions of the methodology employed in research; provide literature reviews, survey instruments, modeling exercises, guidelines for practitioners and research professionals, and supporting documentation; or deliver preliminary findings. All RAND reports undergo rigorous peer review to ensure that they meet high standards for research quality and objectivity.
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Native American Populations
Moore, Nancy Young, Amy G. Cox, Clifford A. Grammich, and Judith D. Mele, Assessing the Impact of Requiring Justification and Approval Review for Sole Source 8(a) Native American Contracts in Excess of $20 Million. Santa Monica, CA: RAND Corporation, 2012. https://www.rand.org/pubs/technical_reports/TR1011.html. Also available in print form.
Moore, Nancy Young, Amy G. Cox, Clifford A. Grammich, and Judith D. Mele, Assessing the Impact of Requiring Justification and Approval Review for Sole Source 8(a) Native American Contracts in Excess of $20 Million, Santa Monica, Calif.: RAND Corporation, TR-1011-OSD, 2012. As of January 12, 2021: https://www.rand.org/pubs/technical_reports/TR1011.html

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Journey of Water: How Finland fell in love with migratory fish – and dam removals
This Feature appeared in REVOLVE #38
Richard Lee
Freshwater Communications Manager – WWF
Richard Lee, Freshwater Communications Manager – WWF
This year REVOLVE has partnered with WWF to showcase the journey of water and how it is inextricably linked to our lives. From the dams of Finland to the deltas of the Mekong, join us on our voyage across the globe as we discover the water-challenges we are facing, and the innovations we are making to overcome them.
They say 'sex sells' – and if you want proof, look no further than the trans-formational dam removal campaign in Finland. In the past five years, the country has moved from planning and funding new hydropower dams on its remaining free flowing rivers to removing hydropower dams and freeing rivers for the first time in centuries. One key driver of this paradigm shift was a hugely successful TV and social media campaign entitled 'mating belongs to all', highlighting the fact that dams stop migratory fish from reaching their spawning grounds – and having sex!
This innovative approach built on the momentum that had arisen during parliamentary elections in 2015. Back then, political parties were openly planning to infringe key 1987 legislation, which covers the protection of the country's last free-flowing rivers and wild rapids, by investing in hydropower to phase out coal plants and switch to cleaner energy. While it would have helped Finland to meet its targets under the Paris Climate Agreement, it would also have choked more rivers, threatening fish populations and freshwater biodiversity.
Free-flowing rivers
Community energy – are EU member states taking it seriously?
Technology solutions empowering agency in food production
CircularWater
Urban mining and the circular water economy


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In this article,i have sharing with you another security tip to secure your server.
In my previous articles, I have shared the detail information about securing the server and also shared the tips to secure Linux machines or servers.
Now come to the current article. Here I will share one more security related article which is based on disable the root account on the machine. You have already know that any hacker can hack your system through brute force attack on SSH root account and possibly get access on to your system.
You have already know that any hacker can hack your system through brute force attack on SSH root account and possibly get access on to your system.
If you are new to Linux and not having an idea to create a regular account then go through the below provided link. This will help you to create regular user account on system.
Now to fix the root account problem, you will need to make some changes to the "sshd_config" file. This is the main configuration file of SSH. "sshd_config" file basically, resides under the "/etc/ssh" directory.
First logged on a server with root user and open the "/etc/ssh/sshd_config" file.
##Now check for the line "PermitRootLogin" and uncomment this line which is by default commented in the file.
After saving the configuration file you will need to restart the SSH service.
Now logout from root account and check again with root login. It will not allow you to login as root user. So Login with the regular user and then do sudo to root account.
I hope you like the article if you find any difficulties to disable the root account then please do comment your queries or problem via the comment section, till then stay tuned to techthings.org for more such valuable articles.


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Nightlife in Barcelona
The nightlife of Barcelona is generally considered quieter than in Madrid, nevertheless the Catalan capital has much to offer also at night. In general, the venues near the Ramblas are attended mainly by tourists, the ones in the Born district, in the Barrio Gotico, in the Raval and the Barceloneta/Olympic Port districts are attended by a mix of people living in Barcelona (including Catalans, Spaniards and foreigners) and tourists, those in the Eixample and in Gracia are especially popular among the people living in Barcelona.
La Guía del Ocio, sold by newsagents every Thursday, is the best source of information about what happens in the city. It also has an online version: http://enbarcelona.com.
El Copetín
Passeig del Born, 19
Underground: Barceloneta or Jaume I
Hours: 7 pm to 2:30 am
Situated in the busy Passeig del Born, this is a perfect place to drink a Mojito and listen to salsa. Some people try to dance amongst the tables in spite of the small size of this bar.
Miramelindo
Hours: 7:30 pm to 2:30 am
www.barmiramelindo.com
This is the largest of the many cocktail bars situated on the Passeig del Born. It gets very busy on weekends.
Pastís
Carrer de Santa Monica, 4
Underground: Drassanes
www.barpastis.com
Situated in the Raval district, in the area where the ill-famed Barrio Chino used to be, this is one of the historical bars of Barcelona. In spite of its small size, it offers live world music (Brazilian, Argentinian, French, etc.) 4 nights per week.
Bar Marsella
Carrer de Sant Pau, 65
Underground: Liceu
Hours: 10 pm to 3 am; closed on Sundays
Another historical bar of the Barrio Chino. Hemingway and Picasso used to come here to drink absinth, which is still its speciality.
Carrer Nou de la Rambla , 34
Hours: 7 pm to 4 am; closed on Mondays
Another interesting venue in the Raval district. It was opened at the beginning of the 20th century and now regularly hosts jazz concerts.
Beaches of Barceloneta and San Sebastian
Underground: Barceloneta
Hours: 10 am to midnight
The many bars situated along the beaches of Barceloneta and San Sebastian, called chiringuitos, are an excellent choice for drinking a cocktail or a sangria and chatting in a relaxed atmosphere by the sea. The chiringuitos situated along the Barceloneta beach close at midnight. Along the beach of Nova Marbella, near the Forum, it is possible to find chiringuitos musicales, which turn into open-air discos at night.
Dostrece
Carrer del Carme, 40
Hours: 1:30 pm to 3 am; closed on Mondays
www.dostrece.net
A pleasant bar and restaurant situated in the higher part of the Raval district, the trendier one. It occasionally hosts cultural activities such as the films in original language.
Carrer de Joaquìn Costa, 33
Underground: Universitat
Hours: 7 pm to 3 am
http://casaalmirall.com
Joaquìn Costa Street benefited the most from the regeneration of the Raval district through construction of the MACBA contemporary art museum. Nowadays it hosts many trendy bars. Casa Almirall, founded in 1860, is amongst those with more history and charm.
Síncopa
Carrer d'Avinyó, 35
Underground: Drassanes or Liceu
This lively French bar is located in Carrer d'Avinyó, one of the busiest streets of the Barrio Gotico. Its speciality is the Especial, a cocktail based on cava, a Spanish sparkling wine.
Carrer dels Escudellers, 46
Hours: 12 pm to 3 am
In Orwell Square, the most alternative place of Barcelona's nightlife, you can find the Bahía, a bar with nothing Brazilian about it except for its name, but which offers a friendly and informal atmosphere.
Buda Bar
Carrer Pau Claris , 92
Underground: Catalunya or Passeig de Gracia
Inspired by the famous Parisian Buddha Bar, this bar/restaurant offers lively theme evenings throughout the week. Tuesdays are its busiest nights.
Café del Sol
Plaça del Sol, 16
Underground: Fontana
www.cafedelsol.cat
Plaça del Sol is the centre for the nightlife of the charming Gracia district. In the evenings many young people, mainly residents of Barcelona, have a drink in the bars surrounding the square and in their terrazzas. The Café del Sol is amongst the most popular of these venues.
Plaça del Sol, 4
Disco bar situated in Plaça del Sol. This is a good place for having a drink and dancing to a mix of Spanish and '80s music during weekends.
Carrer de Marià Cubí, 199
www.masimas.com/bar
A pleasant bar situated in the high part of Barcelona. It is advisable to catch a taxi to reach it from the centre.
Espai Barroc
Carrer de Montcada , 20
http://palaudalmases.com
Very original bar situated in the Born district on the same road as the Picasso Museum. It is characterised by Baroque-style furnishings and classical music background. Every evening it hosts flamenco shows at 7.30 pm and at 9.30 pm, admission €20 inclusive of a drink. On Wednesday at 23 it hosts jazz concerts - with free entrance. On Thursday nights it offers live opera shows at 11 pm - also in this case the admission is of €20 inclusive of a drink.
Deu i Mata, 105
Underground: Les Corts or Maria Cristina
Hours: midnight to 5 am
www.bikinibcn.com
The Bikini is situated a bit outside the centre, near L'Illa shopping centre in Les Corts district, but is worth the trip as it is one of the best discos in Barcelona. It plays funk, R&B, hip hop, Latin and Brazilian music in its two dance floors.
Carrer de Lincoln , 15
Hours: midnight to 5:30 am
www.ottozutz.com
One of the most popular discos in Barcelona, situated in the Gracia district. It has three dance floors where R&B, hip hop, funk, garage and house music are played.
Carrer de l'Arc del Teatre , 3
www.masimas.com/moog
Situated in the heart of the Raval district, this is a small but very trendy disco. It plays electronic music in its two dance floors.
La Terrrazza
Avenida Marqués de Comillas (inside the Poble Espanyol)
Underground: Espanya
www.laterrrazza.com
A pleasant open-air disco situated inside the Poble Espanyol, which is particulary charming at night. It is open only during the summer.
Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta, 36
Underground: Ciutadella-Vila Olimpica
www.shoko.biz
This is one of the restaurants along the Barceloneta beach, near the Olympic Port, which after 1 am turn into disco lounges. After closing time (at 3 am) many of its customers move to the nearby Catwalk which is open until sunrise.
Carrer de Pamplona, 88
Underground: Marina
Hours: 1 am to 5 am
www.salarazzmatazz.com
A huge disco with 5 dance floors and a very young clientele. House, garage and electronic dance music are played. It is also an important venue for concerts.
Harlem Jazz Club
Carrer de la Comtessa de Sobradiel, 8
Underground: Jaume I or Drassanes
Hours: 8 pm to 4 am; closed on Monday
www.harlemjazzclub.es
Charming venue situated in the Barrio Gotico, it hosts jazz, blues and world music concerts every evening. On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays there is an entrance fee, while entrance is free during the other days of the week.
Luz de Gas
Carrer de Muntaner, 246
Underground: Diagonal
Hours: 11:30 pm to 5 am
www.luzdegas.com
A big theatre situated in the Muntaner area, not far from Gracia. It hosts nice concerts for an audience that is carried away by the music. It turns into a popular and pleasant disco once the concert is over.
Plaça Reial, 17
www.masimas.com/jamboree
Situated in Plaça Reial, it offers live jazz music every evening, turning into a disco after the concert. Next door, the "Tarantos" hosts three short Flamenco shows every evening (at 8:30 pm, 9:30 pm and 10:30 pm).
Palau de la Musica Catalana
Carrer de Sant Francesc de Paula, 2
Underground: Urquinaona
www.palaumusica.org
This wonderful theatre by the architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner is considered one of the masterpieces of modernism. It is worth going to a concert just to see it.
La Rambla 51-59
www.liceubarcelona.com
The Liceu, Barcelona's opera house, has been completely renovated after being destroyed by a fire in 1994. The opera season lasts from the beginning of September to the end of July.
L'Auditori
Carrer de Lepant, 150
www.auditori.cat
Although not as charming as the Palau de la Musica Catalana, l'Auditori, endowed with two concert halls offering excellent acoustics, represents an excellent completion of the musical infrastructure of the city. It regularly hosts concerts ranging from classical to world music.
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Hi y'all! I'm Elizabeth from Food Ramblings, and I am so excited to share my recipe for Apple Stuffed Chicken on This Silly Girl's Life! I started blogging as a way to make new and interesting meals for my husband and me. We have both enjoyed the variety in what we are eating, and I have definitely become a much better cook along the way!
Do you ever feel like you have dirtied every pot, pan, dish, etc when cooking dinner? I always feel that way. I feel like it's even worse when you are only cooking for two, but it looks like you've made dinner for an army with the sink piled high with dirty dishes. So when I saw this recipe over at Mel's Kitchen Cafe, I knew I had to adapt it for my household. I dirtied a cutting board, two bowls, and a skillet- perfect for an easy, weeknight dinner.
Slice pockets in chicken breasts. If the pockets aren't perfect, don't worry. Set aside.
In a bowl, combine the chopped apples, cheese, bread crumbs and garlic salt. Divide the apple mixture between the chicken breasts, stuffing it into the pockets. I had much more mixture than would fit in the chicken breasts. If this happens to you, just add it in the skillet along with the chicken breasts.
In a large, nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken breasts in a single layer, about 5 minutes per side. After browning both sides, pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the skillet and simmer the chicken for 10-15 minutes, until cooked through.
Remove the stuffed chicken and apples to serving platter.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cold water and cornstarch and stir the cornstarch mixture into the juices left in the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, whisking or stirring, until the mixture is bubbling and thickened slightly. You can pour the gravy through a fine mesh strainer, but I didn't do this- I liked having such chicken and apple bits in the gravy. Pour gravy over the chicken. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Try not to lick the plate- I know I did!
I would love to have you check out Food Ramblings, and follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and/or Instagram, and enjoy the Apple Stuffed Chicken!
In a large, nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Brown the chicken breasts in a single layer, about 5 minutes per side.
After browning both sides, pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the skillet and simmer the chicken for 10-15 minutes, until cooked through.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cold water and cornstarch and stir the cornstarch mixture into the juices left in the skillet.
Bring the mixture to a boil, whisking or stirring, until the mixture is bubbling and thickened slightly.
You can pour the gravy through a fine mesh strainer, but I didn't do this- I liked having such chicken and apple bits in the gravy.
Pour gravy over the chicken.
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The shooting last month by an illegal immigrant of 32-year-old Kate Steinle, who died in her father's arms on a San Francisco pier, has focused the nation's attention on so-called "sanctuary cities" — local jurisdictions that, as a matter of policy, refuse to comply with federal immigration law.
Today, there are more than 276 U.S. "sanctuary cities." Lawrence recently became seventh such city in the Bay State, joining Cambridge, Chelsea, Northampton, Orleans, Somerville and Springfield. But, unofficially, many more jurisdictions ignore immigration law.
Since Steinle's tragic death, Congress has considered several proposals that would to end or discourage local governments from taking the law into their own hands. One common sense proposal, dubbed "Kate's Law," would mandate long prison sentences for illegal immigrants arrested after a previous deportation. Another bill would cut off federal funding to cities with "sanctuary" policies.
Many liberal groups oppose these measures, arguing that state and local governments should be allowed to decide for themselves whether or not to assist federal immigration officials.
But the American people, three-quarters of whom say that immigration is a "good thing for the country," are largely supportive of efforts to rein in rogue municipalities. A Rasmussen poll from July, for example, found that 62 percent of likely voters want the Justice Department to take legal action against cities that actively defy U.S. immigration law.
Gov. Charlie Baker has said that he will veto the so-called "Trust Act," so named because its proponents claim that it will improve trust between immigrant communities and the police. But Baker has also said that he will defer to local jurisdictions on whether or not to enforce federal law.
"The people who are elected locally are most accountable to local communities and to local residents, and they ought to make the call on this," Baker told Boston Public Radio last week.
Since when does Baker support the idea that local governments can nullify federal law?
Our constitutional system cannot work if we allow states and local jurisdictions to pick and choose the laws they will follow. The U.S. Constitution gives Congress the power "to establish a uniform Rule of Naturalization" and, by extension, the power to determine how many immigrants to admit to the country. The U.S. Supreme Court has held that immigration is the exclusive responsibility of the federal government.
One may disagree with the federal government's current immigration policy. But the federal government, not states or local jurisdictions, is the authority entrusted with setting that policy.
It was wrong, decades ago, for southern states and municipalities to flout federal desegregation decrees, even though those local officials were also, in Baker's words, "most accountable to local communities and to local residents." We did not allow local segregationists to "make the call" on whether to abide by federal civil rights law, and we should not allow local jurisdictions to "make the call" on immigration either.
What about the activists who support the right of cities to decide whether or not to comply with immigration law? Do they not see the irony that, at a time when liberals want to nationalize almost every local issue, they have discovered a new found love of states' rights and local control?
Immigration is an issue that affects us all (not just those of us in "border states" or "sanctuary cities"), which is precisely the reason that it demands a national solution. Allowing individual communities to determine how to handle the problem will only increase the chaos in the already dysfunctional immigration system.
In one sense, America is already a "sanctuary country" — but not in the way that some activists use the term. We are a nation of immigrants: a nation founded by immigrants; a nation with one of the most permissive immigration policies in the world; a nation that since 1970 has provided shelter, comfort, and refuge to more than 35-million legal immigrants. In this sense, sanctuary is this country's raison d'etre. Local governments don't need to snub federal law to prove it.


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Borsheims' Karen Goracke Receives WJA's Visionary Award October 27, 2021 (0 comments)
New York, NY—Karen Goracke, president and CEO of Omaha, NE-based Borsheims, was presented with the Women's Jewelry Association's Visionary Award at the organization's 2021 Awards for Excellence Gala, held October 20 in New York City. Goracke was honored alongside fashion industry titan Fern Mallis, the creator of New York Fashion Week, the globally attended event that's part of the biennial ready-to-wear fashion shows taking place in Paris, Milan, and London. Image: Goracke, left, with WJA past president Brandee Dallow.
WJA's annual fundraising event brought together 250 in-person guests and hundreds more joined virtually for a night of networking and celebration. Themed Building Resilience Through Responsible Business, the event highlighted three important focus areas: diversity, equity and inclusion; responsible sourcing and sustainability; and leadership development for women.
In her acceptance speech, Goracke made a point to recognize her many sponsors, colleagues, and mentors who have helped support and guide her throughout her distinguished career. In the audience to support her on Wednesday night were her husband of 30 years, her adult sons, and Sonny Sethi of Tara Pearls, one of her many mentors.
With over 85% of staff being female, Borsheims has been a longtime champion for working mothers and a proponent of promoting women to leadership positions, and WJA's mission to "help women in the jewelry and watch industries advance and develop professionally through networking, education, leadership development, and the provision of member services" means a great deal to Goracke, who entered the jewelry industry more than 30 years ago as a young woman fresh out of college. She understands how essential these kinds of support were to her own professional development.
Before being appointed president and CEO by Borsheims' owner Warren Buffett, Goracke served in several different roles, including sales associate, inventory supervisor, buyer, and director of merchandising. This range of experience, paired with her involvement in various industry affiliations, has helped her acquire a breadth of knowledge, not only of Borsheims but also of the worldwide jewelry industry.
Natural Diamond Council Unveils Holiday Diamond Jewelry Trends
Montecristo Skeleton PVD: The Iconic Locman Skeleton Enhances Its Elegant Soul


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'See ya next year' | Burrow injury derails Bengals season
"Thanks for all the love," Burrow tweeted. "Can't get rid of me that easy. See ya next year."
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) looses his helmet as he is tackled by Washington Football Team defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (93) and defensive end Chase Young (99), during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Landover. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Author: Stephen Whyno AP Sports Writer
Published: 6:07 AM CST November 23, 2020
Updated: 6:08 AM CST November 23, 2020
LANDOVER HILLS, Md. — Joe Burrow couldn't put any weight on his left leg as he was helped onto a cart. Cincinnati Bengals teammates and Washington opponents flooded over to show support before he was driven off.
A knee injury to the No. 1 pick and franchise quarterback not only contributed to the Bengals' 20-9 loss Sunday but derailed their season built around giving Burrow as many snaps as possible.
If that's indeed it for Burrow's rookie season, he was 264 of 404 for 2,688 yards and 13 touchdowns in 10 games. He had 203 yards and a TD pass in putting Cincinnati ahead of Washington before getting hurt.
"The players have responded to him, the coaches have responded to him, the city has responded to him and all that is equally as important," coach Zac Taylor said. "He energizes this team. He's been a tremendous player, everything we'd hoped he'd be, and we'll get him back at some point. We don't know when that is."
Thanks for all the love. Can't get rid of me that easy. See ya next year✊
— Joey Burrow (@JoeyB) November 22, 2020
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Burrow had been sacked 32 times this season, but this injury happened after he got rid of the ball. Washington linemen Montez Sweat and Jonathan Allen hit Burrow high and low, and the QB's left leg bent the wrong way.
"Seeing that sucks, especially when you know the person," said Washington receiver Terry McLaurin, who played with Burrow at Ohio State. "One thing I do know about Joe, he's a resilient guy. I'm praying for him. He's a guy that when he gets knocked down, he comes back stronger."
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow hold the back of his left knee as he lays on the ground during the second half of an NFL football game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Washington Football Team, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Landover. Bengals rookie suffered a left knee injury during this play and carted off the field. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Another former Buckeyes teammate, Washington backup QB Dwayne Haskins, tweeted about Burrow almost immediately after the game, saying: "Love u bro. Get well soon."
Not long after Burrow was taken off, the team ruled him out with a left knee injury, pressing 2019 fourth-round pick Ryan Finley into duty. Finley finished 3 of 10 for 30 yards and an interception in the final minutes that ended a long-shot comeback bid.
Love u bro. Get well soon @JoeyB https://t.co/1Sr2d1o21Q
— Dwayne Haskins, Jr (@dh_simba7) November 22, 2020
"I've got to be ready," Finley said. "That's my role. I've got a week to get a lot better."
Taylor didn't put all the blame on Finley, saying the Bengals as a team didn't get the job done. Washington sacked Finley four times after not getting to Burrow once before halftime.
Washington cornerback Ronald Darby said "things slowed down a little bit" after Burrow left.
Burrow had been a bright spot Sunday and all season for the Bengals and the NFL. He entered with the third most completions and second most attempts in the league, most recently shaking off a gimpy ankle injured in a blowout loss to unbeaten Pittsburgh.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) his help off the field during the second half of an NFL football game between against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Landover. Burrow was carted off the field with a left knee injury. (AP Photo/Al Drago)
The Heisman Trophy winner and college national champion had, in Taylor's eyes, an innate ability to make players around him better. Burrow also threw just five interceptions, wasn't the reason Cincinnati is 2-7-1 and there was no hesitation from the coaching staff to keep him off the field.
"He showed that he was mentally ready to go right from the get-go," Taylor said. "He's given us a chance in most of all these games. He's done what he could do in the fourth quarter there to drive us down, and sometimes we just haven't gotten the win. Got a lot of belief in Joe and whenever he's back, we'll be ready for him to come back."
Taylor said the Bengals' objective was to try to continue to win games in Burrow's absence, starting with their next game against the New York Giants. But just like his injury deflated the team at Washington, it's likely to have a similar impact the rest of the season.
"He's the heart and soul of this team," defensive end Carl Lawson said. "There's no doubt in my mind that dude is going to be OK."


The name iridium is appropriate, for its salts are highly coloured. Iridium is white, similar to platinum, but with a slight yellowish cast. It is very hard and brittle, making it very hard to machine, form, or work. It is the most corrosion resistant metal known, and was used in making the standard metre bar of Paris, which is a 90% platinum-10% iridium alloy. This metre bar has since been replaced as a fundamental unit of length (see Krypton).
Iridium is not attacked by any of the acids nor by aqua regia, but is attacked by molten salts, such as NaCl and NaCN.
Table: basic information about and classifications of iridium.
Small and large samples of iridium foil like this, as well as wire, can be purchased via their web catalogue from Advent Research Materials via their web catalogue.
Iridium was discovered by Smithson Tennant, Antoine Fourcroy, Louis Vanquelin, Hippolyte Collet-Descotils at 1803 in England, France. Origin of name: from the Greek word "iris" meaning "rainbow".
Isolation: it would not normally be necessary to make a sample of iridium in the laboratory as the metal is available, at a price, commercially. The industrial extraction of iridium is complex as the metal occurs in ores mixed with other metals such as rhodium, palladium, silver, platinum, and gold. Sometimes extraction of the precious metals such as iridium, rhodium, platinum and palladium is the main focus of a partiular industrial operation while in other cases it is a byproduct. The extraction is complex because of the other metals present and only worthwhile since iridium is useful as a specialist metal and is the basis of some catalysts in industry.


Clients~Gun-ICE – Countryman's Diary Magazine.
This simple safety idea needed help, so using the huge following from the Countryman's Diary magazine, we pushed and 3 years later we are still pushing this simple idea to help create a safer environment in the field-sports world and other areas of the countryside to.
From mountain bikers to horse riders and ramblers and more the Gun-ICE is being worn and carried with pride, the simplest way to allow emergency medical staff your details following on from an accident.
From concept to production and sponsorship the Diary helped smooth the roads ahead. using their connections in the trade they gained a following and used the Pr workings to help with the launch at the British Shooting show held at Stonleigh park in the Midlands. In 2014 they went live with a full Pr event at the show.
Marketing was a huge success and the Gun-ICE team were pushed all 3 days to keep up with the huge demand for this simple idea.
We want to thank Diary~Media for the continued support on this great idea.
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Thanks to YouStayClassy for reporting that SilverBulletComicBooks.com posted the cover for White Tiger #2.
3. Alain Corbel is awesome.
6. And Silvestre. I believe from Spain.
Thanks to J.H. (AKA Fanboy_Justin) for sharing a photo of his Siamese artwork that features one agent drawn by Carlos D'anda and another by Ale Garza.
David Mack was mentioned on episode 21 of Indie Spinner Rack (43m:38s).
Newsarama.com recently interviewed Brian Michael Bendis.
The Kabuki: Circle of Blood trade paperback (Caliber - Limited Edition) debuted ten years ago and Ultimate Marvel Team-Up #15 was released four years ago.
The first Kabuki statue (SRP: $119) is available on eBay ($50).


A relaxing cruise around the eastern tip of the Jurassic Coast with live commentary into the Victorian seaside resort of Swanage, where you shall disembark.
Here you can explore the town's unique stores or grab a bite to eat before you making your way to the railway station.
Take a step back to 1885 as you board the steam train from Swanage to Corfe or Norden, both stops offering free museums. You can also explore the ruins of Corfe Castle or enjoy the sights from one of the old pubs in the village.
On your return you shall embark once more along the magnificent chalk formations into Poole Harbour.
Please check the timetable of Swanage Railway prior to your travel.
Good on board facilities and the commentary was informative but not intrusive.
Great cruise, fun fo all the family.
This was an out of this world journey.
My Wife and I were given the Poole Sea Train Adventure as a Golden Wedding Anniversary Gift and as far as we were concerned it was a most appropriate and enjoyable experience - the boat trip was well organised and the train journey to Corfe was a delight - altogether a delightful day!
The cruise from Poole to Swanage was really good. Cruise staff were friendly and helpful. Very informative commentary going and return.
The experience was greatly helped by good weather. Staff on board were very pleasant.
We received good service when booking the actual date etc but would not necessarily recommend purchasing Virgin Experience vouchers.
Very comfortable boat, helpful crew and informative commentary. .....steam train journey brought back childhood memories. ....wonderful.. A das experience well worth doing..
Excellent day out everybody enjoyed.


Plan Ahead. If you decide what to cook early, have all ingredients on hand and cook some of the meal ahead of time — you can save yourself a lot of stress. Also, cleaning the house a week ahead of time frees you up to focus on meal preparation and takes pressure off as the big day approaches.
Simplify Cooking. If you can take shortcuts, take them. Bake your turkey in a plastic bag, which keeps it moist as it cooks and makes clean-up easier. Opt for instant mashed potatoes, pre-cut green beans and pie from the store. Unless you derive great personal satisfaction from cooking something exquisite (and time-consuming), people will enjoy the short-cut food more if it means you're more relaxed during the meal.
Cut Down On Food. If you're cooking for only a few people, you may consider cooking a turkey breast — rather than the whole bird — to save time and energy. Turkey breasts cook more quickly, take less preparation, leave no carcass behind, feed several people and supply delicious white meat, which is lower in fat. While it's fun to have leftovers, if the idea of turkey soup and turkey sandwiches for the next two weeks doesn't appeal, this is a good place to simplify.
Try Fewer Side Dishes. It's a lot of fun to have a feast, and there are many creative recipes this time of year. If you cut down on side dishes, though, you can save yourself quite a bit of time and effort. Just pick a vegetable or two with rolls, and make a lot of them. This way, while there's less variety, there's plenty of food. Bonus: This may make people less likely to stuff themselves and regret it later.
Let Others Help. Another fun way to simplify your meal is to let others help with the side dishes. If you're having other people come, you can just let everyone bring a side dish or dessert while you supply the turkey. If you're only cooking for your own household, you can let everyone in the house be responsible for one side. This lets everyone feel good that they've contributed to the joy of the feast.
Get Take-Out. If all of this sounds too complicated, there's an even simpler way. Many restaurants and even grocery stores are beginning to offer pre-cooked holiday feasts. All you do is pick up a cooked turkey or ham (which can be reheated and served when you choose) and several side dishes. This is a great solution for those who want a traditional meal for their holiday celebration, but simply don't have the time or ability to cook one.
Setting a simple table—paper napkins, food as a centerpiece, etc.—can also help.
Remember that the important part of the celebration is the people you're with, not the menu.
You can also simplify meals by practicing stress management techniques.
If you're looking for some great holiday recipes, you can visit Verywell's low carb diets site or nutrition site.


The Kaipupu Point Mainland Island Society was established in 2006 . This volunteer based committee works in colloboration with Port Marlborough and the Department of Conservation , with two committee members representing these organisations. The role of the Society is to oversee the management of the Sanctuary including biodiversity, education, maintenace, marketing, finance and administration. This is achieved through our two part time contractors.
These are the key outcomes we are striving for by 2020 and will be accompanied by an annual plan of prioritised activities and appropriate budget for the year ahead. At all times we will work in close partnership with our foundation partners, Port Marlborough and Department of Conservation, whose representation on our committee is highly valued.
To enrich the community through the restoration and guardianship of Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary where natural ecosystems, native flora and fauna flourish in a predator free environment, that can be appreciated by all.
To develop a self-sustaining ecosystem, by removing pests, recreating natural habitats, reintroducing appropriate species, and allowing the natural regeneration of a coastal forest ecosystem, representative of the one there prior to human arrival.
To involve the whole community (preschool to adult) in a hands on, ever improving conservation experience. This will increase community understanding of conservation, within a framework of science and research. Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary will connect the public with nature and lift the competency of their conservation skills.
Creating an active education programme, available to all schools in the region. The students will be physically engaged in flora, fauna, education and restoration.
To ensure Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary continues to develop and function in a controlled, ecologically sound, safe manner maximising the visitor experience.
ensuring the sanctuary infrastructures; jetty, pontoon, donation box, toilet, tracks, predator proof fence, viewing seats and seating areas etc. are well maintained, appropriately serviced and are compliant with all legal requirements.
reviewing and updating safety plans and policies, applicable to all volunteers working at Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary.
To ensure Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary captures the hearts and minds of the local community while gaining the financial and volunteer assistance required to meet its ecological and education aims.
To ensure Kaipupu Sanctuary is managed effectively and efficiently, that enquiries are promptly dealt with, that our finances are well managed and are compliant with statutory requirements. All records, minutes, agreements and database should be well maintained and accessible.
Maintaining standard operating procedures which reflect best practice in a voluntary organisation, and are consistent with our constitution.


$500 10 pups available 6 male and 4 female Dad is a 40kg gentle giant purchased from a breeder in the Gold Coast with blood line Adonis and Blue Dozer Kennels. He is one of the best looking male American staffs. Come and meet him and you be the judge. Mum has a beautiful nature and was purchased from a breeder in Mandurah. Both parents can be viewed. Puppies available for the new homes 04/05/2019 Please contact via text on .
Beautiful male Blue Staffordshire. Unfortunately unable to keep him. Regretful sale. Loving home needed for him. Tyson is a lovely boy who just needs time given to him as his current owner is juggling being a single Dad to 4 children and running a business and it just isn't working out for them. In Baldivis.


Note: The full example code can be downloaded here.
Dijkstra contributed many important things to computer science, and among them was the semaphore. A semaphore is a protected variable or abstract data type that is used for controlling access to some resource. Semaphores can be used to control access to almost anything. For example, lets say that I have multiple instances of a program running and this program counts how many rows are in table 'X' every 15 seconds. We don't want the program instances clobbering the database all at once, so we use a semaphore to control the access (I realize this is a silly idea, but it's to illustrate a point). Before a program instance can access the database, it must first acquire the semaphore. Once acquired, it may run it's query, and then release the semaphore so another program instance can use it. In this way, access to the database is strictly controlled.
Semaphores have drawbacks of course. The most obvious is that it's easy to enter a state of deadlock. Let's say in the previous example, one program instance never releases the semaphore. What happens then? Everything comes to a screeching halt. That's why it's important to be extremely careful when using a semaphore. If you acquire it, be sure to release it.
sem_acquire() – Attempt to acquire control of a semaphore.
sem_get() – Creates (or gets if already present) a semaphore.
sem_release() – Releases the a semaphore if it is already acquired.
sem_remove() – Removes (deletes) a semaphore.
So how do they all work together? First, you call sem_get() to fetch the identifier for the semaphore. After that, one of your processes will call sem_acquire() to try and acquire the semaphore. If it's currently unavailable, sem_acquire() will block until the semaphore is released by another process. Once the semaphore is acquired, you may access the resource that you are controlling with it. After you are done with the resource, call sem_release() so that another process can acquire the semaphore. When all is said and done, and you've made sure that none of your processes require the semaphore anymore, you can call sem_remove() to remove the semaphore completely.
The first step in using a semaphore is calling sem_get().
The parameters for this function are pretty straight forward, but here is a break down just in case.
$key – A unique integer so that the semaphore is easily identifiable.
$maxAcquire – How many process can acquire the semaphore at once?
$permissions – Unix style permissions on the semaphore.
$autoRelease – Do you want the semaphore to release automatically if the request shuts down?
Each process needs to call sem_get() using the same parameters, otherwise it will get a different semaphore. And if you want to remove your semaphore? Just make sure you have a valid semaphore resource and then call sem_remove().
Once you've created (or retrieved) a semaphore, you can then start using it by calling sem_acquire(). Both sem_acquire() and sem_release() only take one parameter: a semaphore resource.
Now that you understand how to use PHP's implementation of semaphores, we should try them out fully.
When learning about semaphores, a classic example is to control access to standard input. There honestly isn't much to the example, so I'll just give you a quick breakdown of what happens and then let the code do the talking.
Start a loop, and try to acquire the semaphore.
Once acquired, access standard input.
//Try to aquire the semaphore.
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Sardinia is a treasure to be discovered with its beauties, unique and different in every territory, islands in the Island. Centuries long stories and still alive traditions give visitors always new and engaging experiences, such as the descent of candlesticks, the great feast on August 14th in honor of Our Lady of the Assumption. It is a religious procession that crosses the historical center of Sassari, tightening to itself the whole population in an event of great charm and transport, among the most important in Sardinia. In 2013, Unesco declared it Immaterial Patrimony. The descent comes from the vow made to the Madonna dell'Assunta, who in 1652 saved the city from the plague. A vote that the Gremi, the ancient guilds of Arts and Crafts – Butchers, Blacksmiths, Piccapietre, Viandanti, Contadini, Carpenters, Ortolani, Calzolai, Masons, Tailors and Masons in Sassari in the Middle Ages, dissolve each year. Each corporation is identified by a candlestick, a huge wooden candle weighing 300/400 kg, carried on the shoulders and arms of eight bearers, under the direction of a candlestick head.
The colors and scents that tell Sardinia, the real one, explode on the penultimate Sunday of May with the Cavalcata, the most important secular party on the island: a parade of groups from different centers that gather every year the popularity of tourists and fans of local traditions. Finally, the uncontaminated nature and the unmistakable sea represent the treasure chest capable of embodying emotions that history, art and culture are able to make visitors breathe every moment of their vacation.
1 Walking tour of the historic center of Sassari, where you can admire the Cathedral of San Nicola, Palazzo Ducale and Palazzo di Città, the fulcrum of the Descent of the Candlesticks, with a projection of the relative short film. History enthusiasts, however, can visit the G.A Sanna National Archaeological Museum in via Roma. At dinner, we recommend tasting traditional recipes in a typical restaurant.
2 After admiring the Fountain of Rosello, we advice leaving for the prenururagic altar of Monte d'Accoddi, unique in its kind. In the afternoon, instead, you could visit the Argentiera mine, site of the Sardinian geominerary park and UNESCO heritage. To end the day in the best way you can do a tour of the beaches and the scenic spots of the Nurra coast.
3 If you are in Sassari on August 14th, you can not miss the preparation for the Descent of the Candlesticks in the evening at the Germans' headquarters. From 6 pm the real event will begin, starting from Piazza Castello, and continuing along Corso Vittorio Emanuele and Corso Vico, to arrive in the church of Santa Maria di Betlem, where the vote for the Madonna dell'Assunta is dissolved in the night.
15 minutes from Sassari is the Basilica of the Holy Trinity of Saccargia, a Romanesque Pisan style church.


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By Aziraphale, September 5, 2009 in soompi hangout
JungAhIrin 341
Location: Wandering
A-,
I'm starting to finally allow myself to see all the signs that you're using me. You only think of and contact me when it's convenient for you, of course amongst other things. And it doesn't matter how many times I've brought it all up, you haven't changed at all. I'm telling you today, because I've had enough: "I'm done."
hhuyen 8
So...I don't know where to put this topic, but...my cousin is getting married, and I am wondering what songs should I use for a flashmob?
CamelKnight 8,942
Apparently, I'm everywhere
LocationNetherlands
20 hours ago, hhuyen said:
The Love & Relationship forum certainly isn't the correct place
I would direct you to either this one:
https://forums.soompi.com/en/forum/12-k-pop/
https://forums.soompi.com/en/forum/6-general-discussion/
Thank you @CamelKnight
Sejabin 18,301
at the end of the day I'm just a woman who loves
Location: in Love
don't say you love me because I am not at the stage of believing those kind of words. show it and I will considered later..
why prince harry wants to married a widow? I mean his great great grandfather (queen Elizabeth II's grandfather) said "divorced people can not be accepted in the court." that is why they exiled his great uncle Edward and Wallis Simpson. well.. but his father the prince of wales married a widow too.. wkwkwkwkwkwkw.. perhaps the court now is more flexible since harry now is very far from the throne. lols
On 20-5-2018 at 7:31 AM, Sejabini said:
Times have changed. It's no longer frowned upon to marry a widow or a divorcee. People have become more lenient towards those things, they are no longer stoned to death when they divorce their partner. Good thing too. Otherwise it would mean about half of the world would need a stoning.
Dhakra 40,462
Black Knight of Cydonia
I don't know if fate really exist, but this is way too much to be pure coincidence. I don't know who's is responsible for this or who has his hands involved in this, but this is....like the start of a RomCom where everyone at the end is just happy.
So....luck...I call you....be on my side...just for once.
10 hours ago, CamelKnight said:
. Otherwise it would mean about half of the world would need a stoning.
Ha funny that the dutch guy talks about being stoned.....
42 minutes ago, Dhakra said:
Ha funny that the durch guy talks about being stoned.....
And good luck with whatever you need luck with buddy!
halfmoonsmile 1,624
Happy Birthday, W. I'll still love you.
LOL you really are a pink berry. HAHAHAHAHAHA. Your logic amazes me. I mean ... how can anyone have that little common sense?!
It's so sad how you get so angry so easily and at most times, for no reason. I think you need help, but you don't think you need help. LOL.
Welp... as harsh as this sounds, you're definitely acting like a rotten pinkberry! I mean, keep getting angry at people for no reason. I'm sure that will help you gain their love. HAHA. Or maybe not, but who cares? You don't, so why should others? Good luck with your attitude. It seems like you need all the luck in the world at this point.
what's even more sad is that you make these self made stress for yourself. Like ... why do you do that? People try so hard to make you happy, but you always have to be upset about something. I pity you. LOL. Yea maybe I do hate you but I actually hate your attitude more than anything. I'm sure other people feel this way about you too, but you're too blind to see it. Oh well. Sucks to be you. LMAOOO
I don't know why, but it seems like things aren't meant to be. Why did you do that? Why? Tell me....
at least I know now that god abandoned me for sure.
I.hate.you
I want to pinched your old cheeks
I want a life with you. Is it possible or should I give up?
eh..eh... why u so like dat ah?
On 7/12/2018 at 4:07 AM, dawghoused said:
Awww thanks!
To: My boss
If you're not doing anything except browse the internet, why are you even here? Although it's not much difference with the camera you have watching me all the time as well, I'd much rather be alone in this office. Please go away.
You know what's sad? You. You are sad. You find happiness in treating outside people better than those who are related to you. You are an outside people pleaser. You would rather sabotage your own people than to stand up to outside people. You find joy in letting outside people step all over you. You are the saddest pinkberry ever born. Sorry, not sorry. F1$;9,&2$&:;!-( pinkberry.
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