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Sunday Stories: "Balón"
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by JL Bogenschneider
I was in a balloon with Jeannie and Miguel when they told me they were in love and planned to marry.
"Each other?" I said, aghast.
"Of course," said Miguel.
"When did all this happen?"
"After we took off and before we reached the clouds," he said, then gave Jeannie a look that made me understand what it meant to simper.
Up until then, the worst thing to have happened was that no-one had brought a camera. I thought Jeannie had packed it, who believed Miguel had put it in his bag, who thought I was wearing it round my neck, which I wasn't. We couldn't be clear on how the misunderstanding arose. Jeannie kept forming frames with her fingers and thumbs and making a noise like a shutter: tsch-tsch.
"We're in love," he repeated. I wondered out loud was it necessary to spoil everything but they didn't seem to hear. It was news to me the, whole love thing; there was nothing about it in the itinerary I'd produced.
Below was like paint smeared across the earth. Miguel was stroking Jeannie's hair and she was looking at me like I was meant to be happy.
"Congratulations, I suppose," I said, but everything was ruined forever. I couldn't enjoy the balloon ride now; who could?
We floated over an archetype of a river: meandered, ox-bowed and indigo. Alluvials fanned out into fertile grass which became woods and then forest. Walls that no-one built anymore ran into fences that had been there since better times. Some fields were yellow and others were green and the whole landscape took on a geometry that was impossible to imagine from below. I felt sick.
"You'll be there of course," said Jeannie.
I told her yes, but who really knew? They hadn't set a date and I might have made plans. Miguel was talking about suits, Jeannie about dresses, neither of which were subjects they'd cared about before. Far in the distance it looked like rain.
"Of course you will," decided Miguel. I considered the consequences were I to push them out the gondola, decided it wasn't worth it and took a mental picture of the two of them falling overboard instead.
When did it really start? We only ever left each other alone to go to the bathroom. Maybe that's how it was, while I was peeing and checking my nostrils for hairs. Or perhaps it happened while I was in bed. They might have waited for me to fall asleep – feigning it themselves – before creeping around, whispering the sort of things that people who have cause to creep around in the night whisper. I began to regret certain things that had come and were now gone.
Jeannie and Miguel were dancing a choppy parody limited by room and their lack of skill. Miguel was da-da-dumming the tune to a tango off-key. We always used to be in our photos together: squashed up as Jeannie – she had the longest arms – held the camera out, or else reliant on strangers to document our pose. That wouldn't happen now. Not anymore.
I leaned out further. Far and below it was all quadrated fields, crisscrossed and misaligned, like a flattened Rubik's cube, but I'd stopped caring. Who knew if any of us would remember what we'd seen? Love spoils everything for everyone.
"I want to go home," I said, but Miguel was cooing in Jeannie's ear and she was giggling in a way that made me question her capacity to make rational decisions. I pulled the cord to cut the gas and we descended with antisurgent speed. I wasn't really sure what I was doing.
"Don't let's go yet," Jeannie said, but her words were muffled under a kiss from Miguel. I was disappointed in her. She was usually the sensible one.
The balloon was falling at a rate of immeasurable knots which was traditionally a way of measuring nautical speed. Our trajectory was a drastic arc, not that Jeannie or Miguel cared. We each tucked ourselves into a corner; they were smiling like drunken loons and only I knew about the knots thing because neither of them had paid attention to the instructor before take-off. Somebody screamed and I didn't know if it was him or her or me.
We hit the ground hard, bouncing and caroming with decreasing violence, until we stopped a long way from where we'd set off. I cut the gas and the flame went out before the envelope sloughed over us in a heavy, inevitable way.
"Have you really thought this through?" I asked, a huge heft of skein sagging over my face. I couldn't see anything but heard the thruggashug of balloon as they fumbled toward each other:
"Tell me where you are."
"Not until you tell me…"
And so on. I twisted my face in the suffocating dark.
"I think I'm going to be busy that day," I said. "Whenever it is," then managed to get free. They were still a jumbled-up bundle beneath the sheets. I heard a giggle, this time from Miguel.
"I'm going now," I said, dusting myself down and picking grit out of my palms. There were rope burns on my arms that weren't going anytime soon.
"Wait for us," said Jeannie, her approximate outline rising and rumpling from the canvas like a carnival ghost. Miguel tried to free himself but he was tangled up in the guide ropes. I stood around for a bit, annoyed, then went over to help.
"You can be my flower girl," said Jeannie. "If you want. It doesn't matter so's long as you're there."
"No, you have to be my best man," came Miguel's muffled voice. "Maybe both. That'd be nice."
This would be one of those days they would remember forever. It would be mentioned in toasts and resurrected via anecdotes. They would make balloon jokes and buy each other balloons for anniversaries, keeping them long after they were deflated and wrinkled. There were whole lifetimes to recall and it would always come back to this one day.
The gondola was upside down in a ditch. I couldn't remember getting out but no-one seemed broken or bruised. I pulled the canvas back with great effort. Jeannie was looking up at the sky as if nothing untoward had happened and Miguel stayed lying down with a grin like all was well. We couldn't be friends anymore, not after this.
"That was fun," he said. "We should do it again."
"Maybe for our honeymoon," said Jeannie. "You can come along," and she brought out her phone to take a picture of the two of us: swaddled in canvas, drowning in balloon. And what will we even take photographs with in the future – our heads – our hands – our hearts – ?
JL Bogenschneider is a writer of short fiction, with work published in a number of print and online journals, including Cosmonauts Avenue, Glove Zine, The Aleph, Necessary Fiction, PANK and Ambit.
Photo source: Daniela Cuevas/Unsplash
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"Talk to a dental healthcare professional about what you can do to prevent oral cancer at your next visit," said state Dental Director Dr. Tommy Johnson of the Alabama Department of Public Health. ADPH and USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute are among the organizations spreading the word about oral cancer during April, Oral Cancer Awareness Month.
Alabama ranks fifth in the nation for oral cavity and pharynx cancer incidence and is seventh among the states for deaths from these cancers, according to the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Earlier this year, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey proclaimed April 2019 as Oral Cancer Awareness Month to draw attention to the need for regular oral cancer examinations performed by oral health professionals and other prevention efforts.
Vaccinate yourself or your children against the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV infection is responsible for about 70 percent of oropharyngeal cancers.
Regularly check your mouth for unusual sores, swelling and areas of red or white lesions.
Ask your dental provider to screen for oral cancers.
Football legend and cancer survivor Pat Sullivan, a Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback at Auburn University, was among the dignitaries present in February when Governor Ivey signed the proclamation declaring April to be Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Sullivan overcame throat cancer after being diagnosed 15 years ago.
In addition to the Mitchell Cancer Institute, ADPH and ACCCC, supporters of the "Watch Your Mouth!" campaign include the State Committee of Public Health, the UAB School of Dentistry and UAB Otolaryngology.
African-American patients with advanced ovarian cancer were found to have a pre-existing immune response linked to worse survival rates compared with their white counterparts, according to research led by Dr. Rodney P. Rocconi, a gynecologic oncologist and interim director of the USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute.


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Cap reality: Could these playoffs be Lavonte David's Swan Song in Tampa?
3 weeks ago J.D. Stenger
Tampa Bay Buccaneers inside linebacker Lavonte David (54) reacts during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)
David VS Brooks
You may wonder how David stacks up to the most prolific defender in Bucs History. I did too, so I looked it up. Compared to Derrick Brooks (14 seasons, VS 11 seasons for David) I used both players' solo tackles through 11 seasons. Brooks' total is 1,062 solo, and David's solo total is 997 separating the two by only 65 tackles. Both players had seasons playing with not much talent on either side of the ball. Both players were also on Super Bowl-winning teams. Knowing the supreme greatness that was Mr. Derrick Brooks, it's impressive that they are only separated by 65 tackles in both players' first eleven NFL seasons.
"No respect" and paying on credit
We all know that Lavonte David has never gotten the fame and acclaim that he deserves. Ironic that Brooks' talents were no secret, while David remains an unknown and unrespected talent by many fans of other NFL Teams. Yet comparatively, their stats are close. You could say he's the Rodney Dangerfield of Linebackers. The Bucs stand to lose David next season as he becomes an unrestricted free agent. The game is still a business, and hard decisions must and will be made by the time they hit the field in 2023. As fans, we need to prepare ourselves to lose the anchor of our defense for the last eleven years. Complicating matters is the fact that all the front office's cap moves to keep the talent at home during the previous 3 seasons' run will eventually come due. That could happen in 2023, or with more moves, could extend the big hit until 2024. Dead money is the biggest toll weighing against the Bucs. So even though the salary cap figure for 2023 is expected to jump 17 million to the good, The Bucs will still be in a sticky wicket. Signing marquee players is a beautiful thing; when you are winning a Super Bowl and leading in so many NFL-wide stat columns (2020-2021). The reality of the true cost of bringing in these kinds of players is going to hit home very soon. Players that may not even be on the team in 2023 will still count against our cap situation. It's kind of like the Rays' roster and financial situation VS the Yankees. The Yankees spend enormous amounts of cash to field a top-tier team, often mortgaging young future stars for current stars from other teams. The Rays, on the other hand, aren't much of a player in the free agent market, depending on their farm system and player development to fill their roster. It would be inspiring to see the Bucs become a more consistently good team via the Rays' way of doing things rather than monetarily going balls to the wall for three or four years and then going through a success-starved run of 6 to 10 years of bad teams because of Cap woes. The Miami Marlins used the latter approach to win two World Series but then held fire sales to rid themselves of pricey contracts/payroll.
Winding it up
The team is sure to try and retain Lavonte David. You get the feeling David would love to finish his career as a Buccaneer. So, the two sides may find a way to keep the very productive defensive stopgap. Again, what it might take to keep him here could further cost us and add to our cap headache that is coming soon. It's a blast to go on lavish shopping sprees with your favorite charge card. That, of course, leads to dreading the eventual bills and mailbox avoidance. I myself would love to see the Bucs become a better talent development-type team like Green Bay or Pittsburgh. As they say, it is what it is. In a game that is becoming more and more about big money and the business side of things, it would be nice to see the team find a way to keep a fan favorite like Lavonte David playing at home in Tampa until he hangs them up; stay tuned. Go Bucs!!
Stat source- Lavonte David, Derrick Brooks
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Gilchrist was eventually fired for mismanaging the crime lab. Examining police records, trial transcripts, and appellate decisions, and conducting hundreds of interviews, Fuhrman focuses his considerable investigative skills on more than a dozen of the most controversial Oklahoma death penalty cases, including two in which innocent men nearly lost their lives.
Epilogue: "Heinous, Atrocious and Cruel"


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Ио́сиф Моисе́евич Рае́вский (настоящая фамилия — Гра́дус; 7 января 1901, Оренбург — 23 сентября 1972, Москва)  — советский актёр, театральный режиссёр, педагог. Народный артист СССР (1968).

Биография
Родился  года в Оренбурге.

В годы Гражданской войны, в 1918—1919 годах — артист Дома просвещения, в 1919—1921 — артист 1-го передвижного театра Политотдела 1-й армии Восточного фронта. В 1922—1925 годах — ученик школы 2-й Студии МХТ.

С 1922 года — актёр, а с 1932 — и режиссёр МХАТа.

Ставил спектакли в театрах Белорусской ССР (Театр имени Я. Купалы, Театр имени Я. Коласа — «Кто смеётся последним» К. Крапивы (1939), «Враги» М. Горького (1952), в Канаде (Монреальский театр — «Три сестры» А. Чехова, 1966).

С 1932 года преподавал в ГИТИСе, с 1939 — профессор, С 1946 — заведующий кафедрой актёрского мастерства. В годы войны исполнял обязанности директора ГИТИСа, эвакуированного в Саратов, затем — художественный руководитель фронтового театра ГИТИСа, дошедшего до Берлина в 1945 году. За время педагогической работы подготовил национальные курсы: осетинский, кабардинский. Среди его учеников: М. Захаров, Ю. Пузырёв, А. Абдулов, Н. Мерзликин, А. Мягченков, Н. Рушковский, С. Брагарник.

Преподавал также в Школе-студии имени В. И. Немировича-Данченко при МХАТ имени М. Горького.

Скончался 23 сентября 1972 года в Москве. Похоронен на Переделкинском кладбище.

Театральные роли

  — «Битва жизни» по  Ч. Диккенсу — мистер Крогс
  — «Горе от ума» А. Грибоедова — Г. N.
  — «Елизавета Петровна» Д. Смолина — Пётр III
  — «Дни Турбиных» М. Булгакова — Лариосик
  — «Безумный день, или Женитьба Фигаро» П.-О. Бомарше — пастух Грипп-Солейль
  — «Бронепоезд 14-69» Вс. Иванова — японец
  — «Квадратура круга» В. Катаева — Абрам
  — «Три толстяка» Ю. Олеши — клоун Август
  — «Вишнёвый сад» А. Чехова — Почтовый чиновник
  — «Пиквикский клуб» по  Ч. Диккенсу — мистер Перкер
  — «На дне» М. Горького — Костылёв
  — «Любовь Яровая»  К. А. Тренёва — Малинин и Чир
  — «Пиквикский клуб» по  Ч. Диккенсу — Винкель-старший и Иов Троттер
  — «Гроза» А. Островского — Кулигин
  — «Достигаев и другие» М. Горького — Алексей
  — «Школа злословия» Р. Шеридана — сэр Бенджамен Бэкбайт и Мозес
  — «Фронт» А. Корнейчука — Хрипун и Ясный
  — «Чайка» А. Чехова — Сорин
  — «Мёртвые души» по Н. Гоголю — Перхуновский и Макдональд Карлович
  — «Три сестры» А. Чехова — Ферапонт

Театральные постановки

  — «Достигаев и другие» М. Горького (совместно с Л. Леонидовым)
  — «Три сестры» А. Чехова (совместно с Вл. Немировичем-Данченко и Н. Литовцевой)
  — «Фронт» А. Корнейчука (совместно с Н. Хмелёвым, Б. Ливановым и М. Яншиным)
  — «Офицер флота» А. Крона (совместно с Н. Горчаковым)
  — «Алмазы» Н. Асанова (совместно с В. Станицыным и И. Судаковым)
  — «Мещане» М. Горького (совместно с М. Кедровым и С. Блинниковым)
  — «Разлом» Б. Лавренёва (совместно с В. Станицыным)
  — «Лермонтов» Б. Лавренёва (совместно с В. Станицыным)
  — «В добрый час!» В. Розова
  — «Кремлёвские куранты» Н. Погодина (совместно с М. Кнебель и В. Марковым)
  — «Чайка» А. Чехова (совместно с В. Станицыным)
  — «Над Днепром» А. Корнейчука (совместно с М. Кедровым и С. Блинниковым)
  — «Милый лжец» Дж. Килти (версия телеспектакля снята в 1976 году А. Эфросом))
 1963 — «Бронепоезд 14-69» Вс. Иванова (совместно с Н. Ковшовым)
  — «Дон Кихот ведёт бой» В. Коростылёва
  — «Чрезвычайный посол» братьев Тур
  — «Обратный счёт» Е. Рамзина

Фильмография
 Актёр
  — На дне (фильм-спектакль) — ''Михаил Иванович Костылёв, содержатель ночлежки

 Режиссёр телеспектаклей
  — На дне ''(совместно с А. Фроловым, В. Орловым)
  — Мещане ''(в соавторстве)
  — Учитель словесности ''(совместно с Ю. Щербаковым, А. Казьминой)
  — Кремлёвские куранты ''(совместно с М. Кнебель)
  — Милый лжец ''(снят после смерти режиссёра А. Эфросом)

Звания и награды
 заслуженный деятель искусств Северо-Осетинской АССР (1946);
 заслуженный артист РСФСР (26 октября 1948);
 заслуженный деятель искусств РСФСР (1954);
 народный артист Белорусской ССР (1955);
 народный артист СССР (1968);
 два ордена Трудового Красного Знамени (1940, 26 октября 1948);
 орден «Знак Почёта» (26 октября 1938);
 медали СССР.

Примечания

Ссылки

Персоналии:Московский Художественный театр
Персоналии:Национальный академический театр имени Янки Купалы
Педагоги ГИТИСа
Педагоги Школы-студии МХАТ
Заслуженные деятели искусств Северо-Осетинской АССР
Народные артисты Белорусской ССР
Похороненные на Переделкинском кладбище

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Boeing to Modify Four 747-300 Aircraft for JAL
The Boeing Company announced today a contract with Japan Airlines (JAL) to convert four 747-300 jetliners from domestic-passenger configurations to international-passenger configurations. The work will be done at Boeing Wichita, the company's principal site for airplane modifications.
The modifications will give JAL the flexibility to configure the aircraft's seating in four different arrangements, depending on the carrier's needs and the routes flown. Changes will include new lavatories and galleys; re-arranged seats and passenger-service units; a video-entertainment system and smoking corners with special venting. The modifications also will allow JAL crews to change seating configurations within a few hours.
"We realize our customers are operating in a very competitive environment. These modifications will allow JAL to get the most possible value from their airplanes," said Modification Responsibility Center Director Vic McMullen.
The first airplane in the contract is scheduled to arrive in Wichita in November 1998 and be delivered in January 1999. The remaining 747-300s will follow in sequence, with the last one scheduled for delivery in November 1999.
The contract breaks new ground for Boeing. It will be the first time Boeing Wichita has modified a 747-300. The Modification Responsibility Center is a full-service facility specializing in wide-bodied commercial aircraft modifications.


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Opponents of the law will use the budget reconciliation process to ward off a filibuster.
(Bloomberg Politics) — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell championed a renewed push to bypass a filibuster and repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) with 51 votes on Tuesday, he announced in a joint statement with Utah Sen. Mike Lee, one of the most conservative Republicans in the chamber.
The gambit is unlikely to succeed due to procedural roadblocks in the Senate, and even if Congress were to pass a full repeal bill President Barack Obama is guaranteed to veto it. But the issue is a flashpoint in the Republican presidential race, where candidates are facing questions about how far they'd go to repeal the health care law.
Under "reconciliation," the Senate may bypass the 60-vote threshold and make changes to the federal budget with 51 votes. The problem is that many parts of PPACA aren't budgetary and will likely be ruled ineligible for repeal by the chair under reconciliation, Senate experts including Norm Ornstein of the American Enterprise Institute have said.
One option is that Republicans adhere to the limits and repeal as much of PPACA as they can—taxes and spending provisions that construct critical components of the law would qualify. Democrats would vote no, but there are 54 Republicans, likely enough to pass a bill that substantially guts the health care law.
Don Stewart, McConnell's deputy chief of staff, said that "as Sen. McConnell has said repeatedly all year, reconciliation provides the tools necessary to end Obamacare. You can't get at every little piece, but the big parts are tax and spend." He said McConnell has acknowledged that there are "limits" to what can be done under reconciliation.
The second option is for Republicans to move to overrule the chair's ruling, a rare move that would require 51 votes to pull off and effectively change a longstanding rule. This appears unlikely. As even Lee, who had been pushing to repeal PPACA even if it means altering some rules, is now steering clear of this option.
The ongoing push reveals that Republicans remain devoted to undoing PPACA, even as some 17 million people have gained health insurance coverage under the law, according to a May estimate by the RAND Corp.


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Alexander Richard Pettyfer was born April 10, 1990 in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England. Alex's father is an actor and his mother is an interior decorator. When he was 11, he moved to a place called Isher, and then a few years later, the family relocated to Windsor, where his family still resides.
Alex appeared in school plays, including Willy Wonka, as a kid before taking a school field trip to the I-TV television studios in London when he was 13, where he auditioned for the title role in the TV movie Tom Brown's School Days. After the filming of Tom Brown, he moved to Los Angeles and got himself an American agent. Not long after, Alex was cast as Alex Rider, the main character in Alex Rider: Stormbreaker (2006), based off of the popular book series. Alex was nominated for a Young Artist Award and an Empire Award for his role. He appeared as the main love interest in Wild Child (2008) opposite Emma Roberts and Georgia King, playing the son of the headmistress, Freddie Kingsley, and not long after, he played a popular jerk named Bradley in a prep school in the British teen horror flick Tormented (2009).
Alex decided to take a break from acting and travel Europe. To finance the trips, he booked a few jobs modeling for Burberry. When Alex returned to the states, he immediately landed the role of Kyle Kingston in Beastly (2011) based on the novel by Alex Flinn, opposite Vanessa Hudgens, Mary-Kate Olsen and Neil Patrick Harris. Not long after wrapping Beastly, Alex began filming I Am Number Four (2011), a sci-fi action flick opposite Glee star Dianna Agron and Timothy Olyphant.
Alex wanted to try something different for his next role, In Time (2011), a drama based on a future world in which humans stop aging at 25, then use time as a currency to extend their lives, he plays a villain. He based the madness of his character on Charles Manson, but made him clean-cut. "I like classically twisted, so he's in a Tom Ford suit, his hair is slicked back, and he's supremely intelligent." The movie also stars Justin Timberlake, Olivia Wilde and Amanda Seyfried.
Spring of 2011 went extremely well for Alex, in the months of February and March, he was announced as the frontrunner for the main character in The Hunger Games and The Mortal Instruments series, but he turned both roles down. However, in May, Alex was confirmed to be the star of Magic Mike (2012) playing a young Channing Tatum opposite the man himself, Channing Tatum. He was also confirmed to star alongside Matthew Goode in Overdrive (2012).


The Center for Cadet Counseling offers free, confidential, individual counseling to help cadets address personal and interpersonal concerns or stressors. Our approach is collaborative, developmental, and strengths-based which means that we know cadets possess a variety of strengths, resources, and abilities when they arrive for assistance. Our goal is to help cadets capitalize on these strengths by developing new skills and insight to better navigate concerns in the future.
All counseling services are confidential which means that information cannot be shared with others without your written permission. There are legal exceptions to confidentiality which will be reviewed with you prior to receiving services (see Confidentiality and Privacy).
Counseling sessions are scheduled for approximately 45 minutes. During appointments, cadets work collaboratively with his or her counselor to identify and address primary concerns.
Staff at the Center for Cadet Counseling (CCC) are available for consultations with parents, faculty, staff, and cadets. During consultations, a counselor will explore your concerns, either in person or over the phone, and help you develop strategies to effectively manage or address your concerns. If the circumstances warrant, we can help you get connected with additional resources, either at the CCC or in the community.
If you are concerned about a member of the VMI community and wish to consult with the CCC, please contact us 540-464-7667.
Counselors are not typically the first point of contact when a cadet experiences problems. Cadets regularly interact with friends, academic advisors, faculty, and family members and they will naturally confide in those closest to them when they are having difficulties. As a result, these individuals are in an excellent position to provide information and assistance to cadets in distress, and also to refer cadets to professional counseling when they appear to have more serious concerns.
Faculty might find this resource helpful: "Recognizing Students in Distress Faculty Handbook".
Virginia health insurance plans offer behavioral health services to employees through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). VMI employees may receive up to four, free counseling sessions with a behavioral health provider approved through Anthem.
Before receiving services, you must receive prior authorization through the EAP program. The EAP specialist will assess your concerns and arrange for a community referral.
For more information, contact Anthem Behavioral Health/EAP at 1-855-223-9277.
Limited psychological testing is available to help counselors develop a comprehensive understanding of your concerns. All testing is done in collaboration with cadets to help you develop insight and enhance existing coping strategies.
The CCC provides substance abuse assessment and education for the Corp of cadets. Each assessment is individualized and based on cadet's needs.
VMI has a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding alcohol. Cadet's who receive a penalty for alcohol use are required to meet with a counselor for education and assessment.
The CCC offers online self-assessments that are free and anonymous; please contact our office, 540-464-7667, to schedule an appointment. These assessments are not diagnostic tools and should be used to help assess the presence and severity of symptoms.
The Institute Alcohol and Other Drug Committee annually disseminates information to the Corp of Cadets, faculty, and staff in regards to substance use and abuse. The notification includes the following: standards of conduct, possible legal sanctions, and penalties, health risks associated with AOD abuse, AOD programs available to Cadets, staff, and faculty, and disciplinary sanctions for violations of the standards of conduct.
Medical Leaves and Medical Furloughs are coordinated through the VMI Health Center. A Medical Leave or Medical Furlough is recommended when a cadet's health or mental health condition significantly impairs his or her own ability to function successfully or safely as a cadet.
It is expected that the time a cadet takes away from VMI is used for treatment and recovery. The VMI Health Center provides each cadet with specific expectations for treatment while on leave or furlough.
Questions about medical leave and medical furlough should be directed to the VMI Health Center, 540-464-7218..
The Center for Cadet Counseling will refer for psychiatric services as needed. Often, this includes a referral to a local psychiatrist; however, we can help you connect with psychiatric providers outside of the Lexington community as well. Cadets who are interested in receiving psychiatric services exclusively will be provided with referral information.
To augment the demands of VMI training, the CCC provides education and skill-building regarding performance enhancement. Performance enhancement aims to teach the mental skills necessary for successful performance in athletics, the military, and the classroom. Performance enhancement skills include topics such as goal setting, anxiety regulation, concentration, and use of imagery to enhance the mind-body connection and help cadets perform at their best. Additionally, cadets can utilize HeartMath's emWave™ Pro computerized biofeedback system to assess heart rhythm coherence. Through the use of this biofeedback training, cadets learn to self-generate states of sustained positive emotions and increased physiological coherence, thereby reducing stress and improving health, emotional well-being and performance.
To learn more about performance enhancement skills or the HeartMath's emWave™ Pro Biofeedback system, contact the CCC to schedule a meeting.
During your time at VMI, a cadet will face demanding schedules, new roles and responsibilities, and one of the most unique and challenging first-year experiences. During a cadetship there will be challenges, adversity, and struggles, however, the time is marked also by mental and physical growth. To buffer the adversity and struggles we recommended enhancing resilience protective factors. The staff at the CCC have compiled 4 skill sets to help cadets thrive at VMI through enhancing resiliency skills that will help cadets bounce back quicker after facing adversity and challenges.
To schedule an appointment to learn how to enhance your resilience protective factors contact the CCC to schedule an appointment.


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currently in production on a new feature titled Riaru Kanzen Naru Kubinagaryu no Hi.
Koichi (Takeru Sato) & Atsumi (Haruka Ayase) have been friends since their childhood days and they eventually became lovers. About one year ago, Atsumi attempted to commit suicide and fell into a coma afterwards. Koich, desperate to know why Atsumi attempted suicide, takes part in a new medical procedure that involves the central nervous system. Koichi will enter the subconscious mind of Atsumi through the medical procedure.
When Koichi enters the subconscious mind of Atsumi, shes asks Koichi to find a picture she drew a long time ago.
He's made some good movies....Hope this one is good too!
Doppleganger, Pulse and Cure were all solid - I don't know that I've seen anything else.
Ah, forgot Guard was his. Yeah, I really liked that one quite a bit.
I made it my job to seek out a lot of his earlier stuff many years ago.....but , ironically, I have never seen his best known movie PULSE...LOL!
Pulse was the first of his films that I saw right in the middle of the J-Horror boom a few years back. It's worth seeing.
Ah...the J-horror boom...that would explain why I skipped it at the time!!!
He also started out making pink films. .
I think CURE is simply amazing, every film as his I've seen has been at least interesting, he's one of the best directors in Japan right now I think.
I enjoyed both of these as well. Probably my favorites aside from CURE. Both pale in comparison to say Kim Ji Woon's I SAW THE DEVIL in terms of visceral revenge flicks but still a notch above the norm especially considering both of these were shot straight to video. Despite being low budget, I enjoyed both of these much more than say THE NEIGHBOR NO.13.
Nope, you're memory is fine. I actually meant what you said but obviously didn't convey it properly in my previous post. I meant for folks expecting another ISTD type revenge thriller replete with gory killings are going to be disappointed as Kurosawa's two revenge flicks are more psychological complex & cerebral especially Serpent's Path.
Gotcha.....nice to see we both agree!!
First trailer for this, no subs, has popped up here (http://www.nipponcinema.com/trailers/real-teaser).
And here's the film's website (http://www.real-kubinagaryu.jp/), it hits theaters in Japan in June.
completely forgot about this movie...then just searched for reviews...and TWITCH trashed it!!
It is underwhelming. After seeing it, I tried weakly to defend it against my wife's meh and a shrug, and couldn't. But I never have had any real defense against shrugs.
Crikey ...She gave it a MEH AND a shrug?????
Their is no earthly defense against this double combo!!
A clip from Penance, courtesy of Fangoria (http://www.fangoria.com/new/exclusive-clip-from-japanese-master-kiyoshi-kurosawas-latest-penance/).


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Anjem Choudary must serve his entire jail sentence!
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Terrorist supporter Anjem Choudary is about to get out of jail early.
Back in 2016, he was sentenced to five years in prison for supporting the Islamic State terrorist group. That's a laughably short prison sentence.
But it's only 2018, and Theresa May's government is already set to let him out next month!
WHO IS ANJEM CHOUDARY?
Anjem Choudary is one of the greatest monsters in the UK that the government has allowed to roam our streets, putting people in danger and radicalising followers who have committed terrible atrocities.
He's a former solicitor and spokesman for the banned terrorist organisation, Islam4UK.
His terrorist-supporting, extremist Islamic group reappeared under many different names – from Al Muhajiroun to Muslims Against Crusades.
Choudary was a key figure in the recruitment of fighters for Osama Bin Laden in Chechnya, Afghanistan and Pakistan.
He's called for a parallel system of Islamic education in the UK and has been accused of training extremists with handguns, rifles and mock rocket launchers on Islamic-themed camping trips.
Choudary loudly calls for the implementation of Sharia and has predicted that Muslims will control Britain within a matter of decades.
He calls the 9/11 terrorists 'magnificent martyrs' and refused to condemn the 2005 bombings in London.
He blamed the murder of Lee Rigby on British foreign policy – and Rigby's killer Michael Adebolajo was one of his disciples.
Choudary's associates have been connected to at least 15 major terrorist attacks and plots with experts suggesting as many as 500 of his disciples are now fighting for ISIS.
He's even been connected to the 2017 London Bridge attack.
WHERE IS CHOUDARY NOW?
Since 2016 Choudary has been serving his five-year sentence in prison.
But, this monster is due to be released in October of 2018 – after just two and a half years inside.
Prisons Minister Rory Stewart has warned that Choudary is still a threat, and remains a 'deeply pernicious, destabilising influence'. He also said they will be watching him very carefully.
But that's not good enough. Plenty of terrorist attacks in the UK are committed by known jihadists that police say they're "watching". We don't want to watch him. We want him in prison.
Even banning him from using the Internet or from meeting his radical friends isn't enough. It won't work, and he will re-offend. It's just a matter of time before one of his disciples commits a new atrocity.
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Manchester City interested in Danny Ings as possible Sergio Aguero replacement
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Manchester City are riding high this term, with the quadruple very much in sight. But that hasn't stopped them from thinking about their plans for this summer's transfer window.
According to Sky Sports, the Citizens are keen on Southampton striker Danny Ings as a more affordable successor for Sergio Aguero, who is expected to leave the club in the coming months after an illustrious career at the Etihad Stadium.
Erling Braut Haaland is at the top of City's wishlist, but with the Norwegian's price tag over £100 million, they've had to consider other options.
Ings has struggled to stay fit this season for the Saints, featuring just 20 times in Premier League action. Regardless, he continues to be key for Ralph Hasenhuttl's side.
The Englishmen has bagged eight goals and provided three assists while finishing as runner-up in the Golden Boot race last term with 22 goals.
Southampton have slumped heavily since the turn of the year, collecting just two victories in their last 13 league outings. Ings' current situation at St Mary's is also a positive for Man City, with the former Liverpool player in the final year of his contract.
He's also shied away from putting pen-to-paper on a new deal, which is a sign that Ings is keen on a move away from the south coast.
Haaland may not even be available either. With three years remaining on his contract at Signal Iduna, he could stay put for another season if Dortmund finish in the top four in the Bundesliga.
City would also have loads of competition for his signature, with Real Madrid, Barcelona, Chelsea and other European giants all interested in the 20-year old wonderkid.
As for Aguero, his future in Manchester remains uncertain with his current deal running out this summer. It seems unlikely he will sign a new contract considering his age, which means a replacement is one of City's top priorities.
Based on how impressive Ings has been with a Southampton outfit that isn't necessarily full of quality, the 28-year old could seriously thrive with the top-notch service of Kevin de Bruyne and Riyad Mahrez.
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Today we welcome guest blog author Gabe Authier, Sr. Product Manager at Tripwire, a part of the Belden family. Originally posted as a Tripwire blog, the article offers expertise we think you'll find valuable.
Securing industrial operations is a unique challenge. The same approach used to secure information technology (IT) networks can't effectively secure plant floors.
That's because operational technology (OT) has evolved tremendously over the years, creating very complex environments consisting of a dizzying variety of devices from different makes, models and generations communicating through different protocols.
To begin securing a plant environment, operators need visibility into all the devices and software on the network. To gain that visibility, operators need to speak all these devices' different languages. This is easy in a corporate IT environment were devices are all IP-based. The same cannot be said of OT environments, however, as devices generally use numerous protocols and languages.
What language a device speaks oftentimes depends on the device's type, age and manufacturer, along with other factors. Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), for example, communicate over Ethernet/IP, Modbus and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). This gets even more complex given the different variations of remote terminal units (RTUs) and distributed control systems (DCSs).
Ultimately, if operators can't talk to all the network devices, it's difficult to know what needs to be secured. Even if the team can send signals to their devices, incorrect communication could possibly cause a shutdown and disrupt operations.
How can operators learn to converse with OT devices?
Plant operators should start by understanding what languages their devices are speaking and learn to speak them. This involves taking an inventory of the critical assets and choosing a solution that can both speak natively to these devices and monitor a wide variety of systems not typically monitored, including routers, switches, gateways, and firewalls.
They should also identify which of those devices are highly sensitive and, therefore, critical to operations.
In this case, plant operators should use a "no touch" approach with these devices. This method leverages integration with an intermediary device that talks to the PLCs to configure the devices and back up those configurations.
With integration in place, plant operators can obtain configuration data from the intermediary device by querying its database and ingesting the data.
Once network visibility is established, operators can harden the environment. OT security solutions should identify what's on the network, detect changes, identify where the risks are, and mitigate them.
Hardening the environment starts with looking at how the devices and software are configured. Misconfigurations, though many of them are simple to fix, continue to be the main vector for successful digital attacks.
A good security solution assesses configurations and enables users to fix any that are not in a secure and compliant state. Unpatched vulnerabilities are another major reason for successful digital attacks. Security solutions should scan for vulnerabilities in the environment and prioritize which flaws are most critical based on the organization's needs.
Once the attack surface has been minimized through proper configuration and vulnerability management, the plant's security solution should continuously monitor for changes made in the environment and issue alerts when appropriate. Changes can indicate an intrusion or a configuration alteration that has weakened the security posture or put systems out of compliance.
Even if certain devices are air-gapped, isolated and disconnected from any external-facing network, internal staff may introduce system changes without understanding the effect on security or compliance. Worse still, an intruder can bypass the air gap by gaining physical access, for example, through an infected USB drive to carry out a digital attack.
Foundational security boils down to understanding the attack surface, minimizing it and monitoring it. That first step has traditionally been difficult for OT environments because of the language barrier around different devices. With the right technology, however, plant operators can navigate past OT language barriers for enhanced visibility to harden and monitor their environments for more secure and compliant operations.
How's the conversation between your IT and OT networks? Drop us a line and tell us what you've learned.
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Q: Inserting incremented number where no identity / increment exists I am working with a table which has a number assigned to each row (nulls not allowed) in the 'entryorder' column
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In order to insert a row I can do a @@rowcount and assign the result to a variable+1 then use that in the insert statement
Is this the safest way ?

A: if you are not able to change column properties to identity/autoincrement, then use max function to get max value of the column and add one to it for the new row. instead of using @@rowcount

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I dunno if there has ever been a thread like this On CF. If if hasn't, it's Long Overdue.
Today there have been a lot of storms in my Area. While watching The Rain Fall, I put on some Alice In Chains.
I'm still listening to them. Down in a Hole Unplugged is playing right now.
This Thread is For the Appreciation and Memory of Layne Stanley.
Tell Stories, Remember The Man, Remember the Singer, Share Pictures, whatever you want.
but my wings have been so denied"
That version of DIAH is one of the most sad, sweet, soulful performances by Layne Staley ever.
Do you have the DVD? If not, you should. It'll make you cry, thinking of what could have been had he recovered. The man had a beautiful, beautiful voice. That Unplugged is just about my favorite of the Unpluggeds I have seen/heard. It's a great performance by a great group.
i don't have the DVD, but i've seen some of the Songs on the Internet.
Awwwww, sweet!!! I never tire of watching that DVD!
layne was such a talent and he and jerry were such a great team. very dark lyrics but some songs gave hope such as mad season's "river of deceit". its sad to think what could have being and listening to his songs it almost seems he knew his fate.
yeah its a really sad situation everyone knew what was happening but no-one wanted to stop it, including layne i guess who didn't have the motivation.
I'm sure they wanted to, but just couldn't. It's a tough situation. In any event, the man had a big heart and a big talent. I'm so glad they shared what they did with us.
Quote: (Originally Posted by Dogstar) I'm sure they wanted to, but just couldn't. It's a tough situation. In any event, the man had a big heart and a big talent. I'm so glad they shared what they did with us.
oh my mistake they wanted to but they couldn't or didn't know how too......great music though and the man leaves a legacy.
Same here, creedsister. I listen to all Alice all day and then Mad Season, and then I watch the Unplugged DVD...my little tribute.


Researchers from the Institute of Agricultural and Fisheries Research and Training (Ifapa) have released the results of their research on the cultivation of red fruits in Huelva. They have concluded that it is possible to save about 40% of irrigation water and at the same increase the productivity of crops by up to 30% in certain cases. These data correspond to raspberry crops.
Two researchers of the Alameda del Obispo Center of Ifapa, Natividad Ruiz and Pedro Gavilán, have announced the results of several tests carried out during the last two agricultural seasons with the irrigation of strawberries, raspberries and blueberries cultivated on steep terrain.
The trial fields used are located in the province of Huelva. Some, like the El Cebollar farm, are publicly owned, while others are private companies, such as Masia Ciscar and Surexport. The idea was to cover the different production regions of the province of Huelva.
The researchers explained in detail the technical issues at the beginning of the tests. It is worth noting that, given its great efficiency, the free tool Canopeo has been used to measure both lateral and top-level plant canopies. In the presentation, the researchers expressed their gratitude to the growers for their usual cooperation in the provision of their facilities.
One of the remarks that have been made has to do with the irrigation materials, since those intended for strawberries are also normally used for raspberries and blueberries, even though "these are not the most suitable," said Gavilán.
In the case of raspberries, the first and second tests yield different results that are influenced mainly by the rainy period of autumn and winter. The trials show that with a water saving that oscillates between 19% and 42%, no loss in the yield has been detected.
In the two raspberry harvests, the best results were 17,200 kilos/hectare and 29,800 kilos/hectare with 4,800 m3/hectare and 6,700 m3/hectare of irrigation water. With an 85% efficiency in irrigation, productivity can be increased by up to 30%.
In another test carried out with long-cane raspberries, one of the conclusions worth noting is that the non-remontant variety was irrigated with 2,100 m3/hectare without any production losses, and the yield exceeded the 20 tons per hectare.
Pedro Gavilán talked about the added difficulties of growing the crop on uneven terrain, given the irregular supply of water and fertirrigation that the plant receives depending on the part of the slope where it is located. The highest irrigation efficiency is achieved in the upper and the lower areas.
In this test, the fruit's deformity substantially determined the production and it was verified that the scheduled irrigation increases the production by 26% while reducing the use of water and fertilizers by 23%.
Lastly, the technician of Gat Fertiliquidos, Francisco Molina, presented the results of the tests carried out with strawberries by this company because "our goal is to ensure a rational use of fertilizers and achieve maximum efficiency with fewer applications"
The saving of water with any crop is attractive for any agricultural area, as is the case of the province of Huelva. The Institute of Agricultural and Fisheries Research and Training is very aware of the interest that this issue has sparked for years among agricultural producers in the province and, especially, among those involved in the cultivation of red fruits. They, in fact, were pioneers in the installation of efficient irrigation systems more than two decades ago.


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Michael Davitt NOW AVAILABLE IN IRISH. (HEROES 4)
Michael Davitt was born the son of poor farmers during the Great Famine. When his family were thrown out of their home by their landlord, to survive they had to travel to England to live, where young Michael suffered a terrible accident while working in a factory. Knowing that millions of other poor people were suffering like his family had, he battled to get an education that could help him fight for the rights of others.
When Michael grew up, he joined the Fenians who wanted Home Rule for Ireland which led him to being jailed for treason. But closest to Michael's heart was the suffering of the peasant farmers in Ireland who were at the mercy of their bad landlords. When he was released from prison he came home to Ireland and started The Land League movement. Through peaceful protest, The Land League would change the lives of the Irish people forever and lead Michael to becoming a famous politician and a hero of Ireland.
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Dan David Launches Wolfpack Research to Expose Fraud and Corporate Wrongdoing
-- New firm backed by Muddy Waters Capital LLC will focus on investigating public companies worldwide --
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NEW YORK, May 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Dan David, a veteran activist short seller who helped lead to the exposure over $15 billion of fraud on U.S. capital markets, is pleased to announce the launch of Wolfpack Research LLC ("Wolfpack"), a new investigative and due diligence firm focused on exposing fraud and corporate wrongdoing at public companies around the globe. Muddy Waters Capital LLC, a leading activist investment firm founded by famed short seller Carson Block, has made an initial investment in in the Wolfpack firm.
Mr. David was most recently the Republican nominee for Congress in Pennsylvania's 4th Congressional District. He was also the lead protagonist in "The China Hustle," an acclaimed documentary produced by Magnolia Pictures that depicts short sellers' efforts to expose the ongoing fraud being perpetrated on U.S. investors by Chinese companies. The film, which Forbes called "The most important film of 2018" also follows Mr. David as he tries to persuade Congress, the Securities and Exchange Commission and other officials to put in place measures to protect U.S. investors. He was also the co-founder of successful investment research firm GEOInvesting.
"With markets hovering at all-time highs, there's a desperate need for more skeptical research and critical voices to balance our financial ecosystem," said Mr. David. "Our team digs deep and asks the tough questions, and when we find wrongdoing at companies, we will howl as loudly as we can from the tallest mountain."
"I've known and worked with Dan for many years and he possesses a heartfelt desire to use his research skills to protect investors from predatory managements," said Carson Block of Muddy Waters. "I'm excited to support him in the launch of Wolfpack Research and his ongoing efforts to uncover financial fraud and other wrongdoing at public companies."
For more information on Wolfpack Research and to sign up to receive research visit www.wolfpackresearch.com and follow the firm on Twitter at @WolfpackReports.
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Launched in 2001, the brand is often referred to as a pioneer in the online poker industry. The $1 million in prizes will include 10 packages, worth $6000 each, given away per week to November's Caribbean Poker Party. Each package includes a $2500+$250 tournament buy-in for the partypoker Million, all-inclusive accommodations at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, plus $1,000 in travel cash.
Members can participate via the Power Series tournament. A minimum buy-in of $109 will enter a player into the leaderboard. Points will be awarded based on play, as well as added potential to earn points based on performance. Scores are calculated each Monday, using the Leaderboard Points Calculator, allowing players to change their fate with the start of each new week.
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Merry Christmas to all who celebrate this joyous day!
Beacon Journal/Ohio.com that is so appropriate for today.
If you are researching a Polish line for your ancestors, this is a wonderful blog to read and enjoy!
Emerging Civil War welcomes back Frank Jastrzembski to share about a recent trip and his musings on historical graveyard markers.
My wife reluctantly agreed to go on another of my weekend cemetery hunts. Only a few weeks before, we had taken another couple to visit Brevet Brigadier-General Orland Smith's grave in Green Lawn Cemetery after a day at the Columbus Zoo. The best season to visit old cemeteries in Ohio is the fall. For our next trip, we headed west to hit both the Confederate cemetery on Johnson Island in Sandusky Bay and General James B. McPherson's grave in Clyde, Ohio (a forty minute drive between the two).


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Spurs boss Jose Mourinho issued warning about the Wolves star who can take him down
Diogo Jota has been in blistering form for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the past week and his team-mates reckon he can do it against against Tottenham
Dave ArmitageSport Reporter
Jose Mourinho has been warned he could get stung by Wolves ' Portuguese Man 'o' War.
Wolves' striker Diogo Jota is a man in a hurry right now and now has fellow countryman Mourinho's Tottenham in his sights.
Jota has plundered five goals in his last two games including a stunning 11-minute hat-trick in the 4-0 Europa League victory over Besiktas.
Molineux midfielder Ruben Neves, another one of Wolves' Portuguese pack, says that when Jota is hot he can send shivers down the spine of any defence.
Neves said: Diogo's a great player, he's shown that already. That's his second hat trick for Wolves. He was brought on to make something happen – and he certainly did that.
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"It was great for us and for him. He's such a great player he deserves all good in his career.
"His confidence is on a higher level right now because of the goals and that's really good for us. He showed that by scoring twice against Brighton in our last league game.
"He's looking good right now. We know Spurs are a great team and it should be a great game the way both sides play, but we'll try to do our job and get the result."
Wolves striker Diogo Jota has been in red-hot form (Image: AFP via Getty Images)
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Wolves' Portuguese boss Nuno Espirito Santo knows Mourinho from their time together at Porto and says it's great to see The Special One back in the Premier League.
Nuno said: "Of course, it's nice to see him back. He's one of the greatest managers of all time and it will be a pleasure to see him here.
"I don't have to say anything about what he has done in the game. I haven't spoken to him recently because there's always too much work to do.
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"We play so much football that it's hard but of course we will catch up after the game."
Wolves go into the game on the back of an 11-game unbeaten run but Nuno is refusing to get carried away.
He added: "We always think we can improve and do things better – that's what drives us on.
"Tottenham coming here is an attractive fixture. I've seen them as a spectator, if you like, but now I'm going to see them as my opponents. We're ready."
Wolves predicted line-up
Patricio; Dendoncker, Coady, Saiss; Doherty, Neves, Moutinho, Jonny, Neto; Jota, Jimenez


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The CSE-800 was designed to bring the ClickShare experience to boardrooms, high-end meeting rooms, and conference rooms. Introducing a number of unique features, including simultaneous sharing of up to 8 people, automatic & manual moderation, and blackboarding & annotation, the CSE-800 is the most powerful system in the ClickShare family today. The CSE-800 was designed for enterprise rollouts and offers enhanced security features, a wider range of connectivity options – including AirPlay and Google Cast support for non-HDCP content – and central management.
The CSE-800 features two HDMI inputs and outputs. There is a direct connection with legacy equipment and easy integration with conferencing systems, and two 4K DCI displays can be driven by a single base unit. Furthermore, the 2 network connections allow separate and simultaneous connection to multiple networks (e.g. guest and corporate networks), and provide additional security and convenience for users. Allowing up to 8 persons to share content simultaneously, the CSE-800 ensures connectivity to the central screen and encourages collaboration.
The moderation functionality was specifically designed for use in larger rooms, with multiple people sharing at the same time. To prevent the rapid switching of screens, making the content difficult to follow, a moderator can manually select which content appears on screen and when, ensuring a great experience for all attendees. The moderation function can be switched off at any time, returning the system into ClickShare's normal operating mode, with content being shared upon the click of a button. For user convenience, security features of the CSE-800 can be set to one of three predefined levels, depending on the company's policies and needs.


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Nalco melts after dismal financial performance
Shares of the National Aluminum Company (Nalco) are currently trading lower by 8.04% at Rs 39.45. The state-run aluminium producer's consolidated net profit dropped 84.4% to Rs 97.87 crore on a 29.9% decline in net sales to Rs 2084.08 crore in the recently concluded quarter ended 30 June 2019 over its previous corresponding period. This result was announced by the company after close of trading hours yesterday, 13 August 2019.
Meanwhile, S&P BSE Sensex was up 145.21 points or 0.39% at 37,103.37.
The stock declined on higher volume. On BSE, 5.11 lakh shares were traded in National Aluminum Company counter, higher than its 2-week average of 4.06 lakh shares. The stock has hit a high of Rs 41.50 so far during the day. The scrip hit an intraday low of Rs 39.60, also its 52-week low. It's 52-week high of Rs 78.50 was hit on 30 August 2018.
National Aluminium Company is engaged in the production of alumina, aluminum and power. The company operates in three segments: chemicals, aluminium and unallocated common.
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Sculpting your core will give you a beach-ready body and an edge on any outdoor sport. "Ab strength supports muscles and joints when you're golfing, swimming, or running outside," says Cathy Sassin, adventure racer and Intrafitt exercise performance specialist. Try this quickie workout from Sassin.
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weighted ball in front of chest.
Slightly straighten legs, shifting weight to left foot as you lift right knee to waist height and extend arms overhead (shown).
Return to start and complete 10 reps on each side.
Stand in a lunge with left foot in front, knees bent and left thigh parallel to floor.
Lean forward from hip, then straighten left leg, extending right leg behind you 45 degrees (shown).
Complete 10 reps on each side.
Start in the up phase of a push-up.
Keeping hips square to floor, lift left leg 10 inches.
Bend elbows to lower chest toward floor (shown); hold for 2 counts.
Return to start and lower left leg.
Do 10 times; then switch sides.
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a medicine ball in front of your chest, elbows bent.
Shift weight to right leg and extend left to the side in 3 counts as you extend your arms (shown).
Hold for 2 counts, then take 3 counts to return to start.
Sit with knees bent 90 degrees.
Hold a medicine ball at chest level and lean upper body back to engage abs.
Bring right knee toward left elbow, extending left leg (start).
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Top 10 Paintball Magazines | 2022 Guide
Top 10 Paintball Magazines
Although blogs and podcasts provide today's paintballer with plenty of information, many pine for the days of print publications. Although you'll struggle to find many paintball magazines on news stand shelves today, a few solid titles are still in regular circulation.
The advent of smart phones and tablet devices has also led to a rise in the number of digital-only titles, with most of these available to download and read for free. Below, we break down 10 of the best paintball magazines worth seeking out, including some classic out of print publications.
Paintball Sports Magazine
This US publication has been popular reading material for paintballers for many years. With head offices based out of New York, this quality magazine provides a healthy mix of events and tournament coverage, product reviews and in-depth guides for paintballers looking to hone their craft.
Unlike other magazines that are released fairly infrequently, this paintballing glossy is released every month. Although not as high-end as other publications, you'll find plenty of useful information and paintballing news packed within the covers of Paintball Sports Magazine. It is also far more affordable than other publications, with an annual subscription proving particularly cheap.
Facefull
If you were only glancing at the cover of this magazine, you'd be forgiven for thinking you were looking a high-end fashion or lifestyle publication. Facefull is in fact one of Europe's leading paintball publication, with its head offices based in France. Although a little more expensive than other publications, Facefull is more than worth the asking price.
Expect high-end quality across the board here, with first-rate features and editorials, along with stunning photography across every page. Even the paper the magazine is printed on is of a superior standard to what else you will find on the news stands. Although this a European publication, the editorial and photography teams are globetrotters, covering tournament fixtures in the US and beyond.
XPAINT Paintball Magazine
If you're based outside of the US and want a magazine catered more towards your part of the world, XPAINT magazine will prove suitable reading material. This French publication is admittedly quite focused on the European paintball scene, but the editorial staff do provide plenty of coverage of tournaments and paintballing events happening across the globe. The quality of this magazine is much higher than other publications, with first-rate photography and colourful spreads.
There's also thorough commentary on what's happening in the paintball, putting in more line with high-spec sporting quarterlies. One downside of this magazine in the price, with an annual subscription likely to cost you twice that of more affordable publications. You'll also struggle to make sense of the content unless you are a fluent French speaker, although you can navigate around this by opting for a digital version of the magazine.
Action Pursuit Games
If you're just getting started in the world of paintball, Action Pursuit Games is essential reading. This magazine is geared toward the paintballing novice, or intermediate-level players will still find plenty of useful content between the covers. Inside, you'll find plenty of paintball gun and accessory reviews, along with the latest news regarding tournaments and event fixtures.
There's also more in-depth articles delving deep into the history of paintball, along with profile pieces on the paintballing professionals. In more recent years, Action Pursuit Games has broadened its content to include other high-octane activities and outdoor sports, including BMX and skateboarding. You'll also find engaging content on video games, fashion, health and fitness.
Paintball Media Magazine
If you're looking for a free source of paintball information, Paintball Media Magazine is worth adding to your reading list. This an entirely digital magazine, with a new edition released every month. Despite being free to read, this magazine is one of the best sources around for paintballing news, players profiles and in-depth guides.
There's a lot of focus on product reviews and equipment write-ups in this magazine, with its digital format providing convenient links to product manufacturers and sponsor websites. While this makes shopping for spotlighted products easy, you should be cautious not to part with your money too quickly. A particular strong point of this digital publication is its professional profiles and industry expert interviews.
Paintball Scene
This digital magazine is the brainchild of the UK Paintball Sports Federation, the governing body in charge of paintball in the United Kingdom. As it is published by the UKPSF, you can expect more of a focus on rules and regulation, with less emphasis on promotional pieces and product reviews. However, plenty of column inches are reserved for interviews with industry experts, as well as profile pieces on leading professionals in the sport.
Welt Magazine
Welt Magazine markets itself as the very first digital paintball magazine. In addition to being readily available thanks to its digital format, Welt Magazine is also completely free to download and view. You will need to first register in order to be able to download the latest issue, however. Although Welt Magazine is a digital format, you can expect all the usual content you'd find in a print publication. There's comparison articles, tournament news, player interviews and competitions with big prizes up for grabs.
PBUK
PBUK is an English publication that covers pretty much every aspect of paintball. This established magazine is a go-to if you're looking for technical write-ups and in-depth guides to help you improve your performance. It also offers first-rate articles and guides relating to scenario gameplay, as well as more recreational paintballing.
You'll also find complete coverage of national tournaments and competitions, along with player profiles and the latest developments from paintballing organisations based further afield. Although this magazine is currently out of print, you can easily pick up older editions online. Many of the technical articles are still very relevant, while collectors will definitely want to complete their libraries with a few historic copies of this first-rate paintballing magazine.
Portal Paintball
Although Portal Paintball magazine is out of print, it's worth looking around a few online marketplaces to see if you can pick up a few old copies. At its peak, this magazine provided extensive coverage of tournaments, as well scenario and recreational paintballing. It also dedicated considerable page coverage to product reviews and tests.
If you're interested in purchasing older copies of this magazine, you'll still find plenty of relevant material within the pages, with a wealth of articles outlining maintenance tips and playing techniques on offer.
Paintball Games International
Paintball Games International was once one of the most popular print magazines going. This English publication has since gone out of print, but older copies still serve as a wealth of information for those looking to brush up on some classic paintballing techniques and maintenance tips. It also contains a great deal of player profiles and interviews that have considerable nostalgic value.
Nowadays, there's not many print publications in circulation focused squarely on paintball. In fact, even the most successful paintball magazines have long since moved to exclusively digital platforms. That being said, you can still find several major titles hitting shelves monthly, with even more digital magazines available to download for free.
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Sharon Ann Roberts, age 56, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at OSU Medial Center, Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Sharon was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on August 10, 1962, a daughter of Truman Roberts and the late Mary (Duncan) Roberts.
Sharon worked as a bookkeeper. She was a member of Southside Baptist Church, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Father: Truman Roberts, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Sisters/Brothers-In-Law: Sherry Reagan, of McAlester, Oklahoma; Mary & Mickey Ashby, of Bowlegs, Oklahoma; Patricia & Robby McCabe, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Pam & Danny Hulsey, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.
She is also survived by several nieces & nephews and great nieces & nephews.
Sharon was preceded in death by her Mother, Mary Roberts; Paternal Grandparents, Owen & Bessie Roberts; Maternal Grandparents, John & Mildred Duncan.


Don't be surprised if you don't see a post here for a few days – things are hotting up this end with final preparations for Friday's gig plus I'll have a houseful of people for the weekend and I need to do the usual shopping and cleaning stuff too.
I went to song writing today and it was just what I needed after a particularly ghastly day yesterday as a result of someone I thought was a very good friend dumping on me from a very great height! Luckily, I have wonderful supportive friends and family and I feel better today – though still very rattled as it made me feel quite ill and I don't need that right now. I wish this person had waited till after Friday to spew vitriol on me.
Anyway, enough of negative stuff; last night, after drumming, I met some friends for someone's birthday bash and did a couple of songs at Presence, one of my regular open mic spots – I felt like smashing the guitar up but managed to restrain myself ha ha!
So, hopefully people will take lots of pictures on Friday which I'll post up here and anyone who'd like to buy the album will be able to shortly – I'm just sorting out the Paypal thing. Anyone from the UK can just pm me and send me a cheque the simplest and cheapest!
So……..that's about it for a few days – none of you will ever realise how much your support has meant to me over the last few months of organising this gargantuam project and I thank you again.
Last night I played flute and djembe for a friend at a great little gig in Bristol. We were on first and there were a couple more bands then a DJ and I had a great night dancing my head off and it was good as I needed to let off a little steam though I have bad headache this morning – I didn't drink a lot really but it hasn't done me much good – I had two pints of Guinness actually!
Today I'm having coffee with a friend then will do some more practice of my songs for Friday …the days are ticking away now. Tonight I'll do a couple of open mics – that's all I can do now.
The last couple of evenings I've gone out with various pals to a couple of gigs. The first, at the Prom, was a folk rock band whose name escapes me. Last night I had a band practice for MY gig then we went to a punk gig at The Croft.
Very noisy, so I used earplugs, that way you can actually hear the words surprisingly and not end up deaf for two days. The band was called The Disseminators and are very good though not my favourite kind of music. The drummer was very good (and fit ha ha) and the lead guitarist is a friend from songwriting and is extremely good!
The practice went pretty well though it's hard to imagine what it will feel like on the stage as we've never played together before – I think it will be alright – and if it isn't – well all I can say is I couldn't have tried harder to get it the best we can.
This young poet is called Malusi and he comes to our songwriting group – he's brilliant. Judge for yourself.
If you see something that really moves you and you feel you might be able to do something about it – then do!
If you wake in the night and think it would be a good idea to write down your thoughts – then do!
If you think you can make a difference – you can!
Well – unusually for me, I had a really quiet weekend. The weather here in Bristol UK is absolutely foul. We wake up every morning to what feels like the twilight zone – constant grey, grizzly skies and non-stop rain and wind – at least it's not particularly cold. My garden's a bog though.
I saw one of my best friends for a proper girly chat yesterday afternoon and another friend in the evening………….
This morning I played tennis and I've spent most of the rest of the day parcelling up CDs for CDbaby (the other place I'll be selling the CD), sending copies to various promoters and friends.
I'm practicing hard for the 1st and in a minute will go and run through my set AGAIN in my studio.
I'm looking forward to playing some of my other songs once the gig's over ha ha!
I'm very happy that our own Wozza is coming up to Bristol for the gig – hurray!
OK that's it for now.
Just got back from a great gig at The Cube – an old arts cinema in Bristol which also hosts music gigs.
I'm not sure of the name of the first performer but after her was Bela Emerson, an amazing cello player who generates extraordinary sounds using loop and effects pedals. Following her was the amazing Emily Breeze who is a very raunchy rock musician and she did a great set despite breaking a bass string and appalling feedback – I'm half deafened and am glad I had some earplugs with me to protect my ears!!
A great night all round. Here's a link to some photos of the evening.
I thoroughly enjoyed today. It was the first Songwriting Group day of 2008 after a 6 week break due to the guy who runs it having a big gig before Christmas and not being able to run it, then Christmas and New Year and last week he had a cold.
It was a big group today and high energy! Everyone was excited to see each other and hear about each other's gigs and new ideas etc.
I then had a practice with the people playing at my gigs (it's a kind of temporary band consisting of a guitarist (my producer), a keyboard player, a couple of backing vocalists and a djembe player). It went pretty well and hopefully will be fine by the 1st – we have two more practices.
Here's a copy of the new flier for the gig which the person doing the visuals for the gig designed based on my original idea. I'm hopeless at graphics but good at ideas!
After the practice, I came back here with one of the backing vocalists as I'M backing HER in a gig on the 26th playing flute and drums and we had a curry then a run through of her songs. Finished at 10pm!
No rest for the wicked – but a great way to spend a day.
Well….where to start! Yesterday was a very busy day, some of it too boring to bother writing about here, such as meeting a builder re the windows and a work meeting – but the evening was great. I had my first proper rehearsal with the other musicians who will play with me at the album launch gig on Feb 1st and it went pretty well! I really enjoyed it and feel that it will sound pretty good by the 1st!
Today, I played tennis for the first time this year in the "bubble", had lunch with my mum, then went to the gig venue with R who is going to do the visuals at the gig. Basically she has designed a slide show to go with each track comprising still shots and movie clips which sync up with the music. We met up with the sound man for the night to discuss the stage set up and change overs, how the visuals will work with the tracks and the sound checks etc for the various performers. We also had a look round at the venue to think about how we'll decorate the place to make it look good on the night. Then I went to a local hotel to book some rooms for people who are travelling far to come to the gig.
Unbelievably, the weather was terrible today with driving rain, wind and snow leading to local flooding and all sorts of ghastliness – at one point I was driving through a semi-blizzard virtually unheard of here.
This evening, I met up with some old friends for a drink, watched a bit of TV and am going to try and have an early night!
Tomorrow I have various chores to do, various people to contact and in the evening I'm having dinner with some friends I haven't seen for years!


President of the Board of Trade, Harold Wilson announces the scrapping of clothes rationing.
MS President of the Board of Trade, Harold Wilson (resplendent with moustache and pipe) announces the scrapping of clothes rationing.
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Help make prom night spectacular for the students of Florence Crittenton Services
Bree Davies April 9, 2014 6:57AM
The everyday experience of high school can be stressful enough; juggling parental responsibilities along with school work can be especially tough. Florence Crittenton Services of Colorado is a nonprofit early learning center that gives teen moms the support they need to succeed as students and mothers. This Saturday, April 12, the school will be holding its third annual prom -- and it's asking the community to help make it happen.
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The school is collecting gently worn formal wear and donations for the prom, and is also asking area hairstylists, makeup artists and other businesses interested in supporting the dance to donate their services. The theme for this year is "How Sweet It Is," so Candyland-like decorations are also needed to make this event one to remember.
"This is an event that makes them feel like any other high schooler," says Lauren Archuletta, marketing and social media coordinator for Florence Crittenton. "The first prom at Florence Crittenton was in 2012 and since then, it has been entirely student-driven -- the students make the decorations and pick out the place and the theme. It is really a great night for everyone."
During the rest of the year, Florence Crittenton Services helps teen moms by providing both education and support as they navigate the worlds of motherhood and education. "A lot of times teen mothers can't or don't want to finish high school because they can't find childcare -- it's difficult for them to stay in their current school and it's just easier for them to drop out," says Archuletta. "What's great about Florence Crittenton high school is that the girls have the opportunity to bring their children with them to school. Their children are getting an education while they are getting an education as well."
The chldren are taught at the school's onsite early learning center, which takes children ages six weeks to three years. "We are a three out of four Qualistar-rated early learning center, so that means 100 percent of the children at our center are immunized and more than 90 percent are meeting developmental levels, and that beats even Colorado standards," says Archuletta.
The high level of education extends to the teens as well, with a safe, successful alternative to the traditional high school experience at Florence Crittenton School. "It really is a great draw for girls -- they have the ability to grow and learn with their children at the same time. Our program is extremely successful -- the national average graduation rate (for teen mothers) is 40 percent, and with the wraparound services Florence Crittenton Services provides, that rate is more than doubled," says Archuletta. "When they are bringing their children with them to our early learning center, everyone is getting a high quality education."
Mental health services for the young mothers and their families are also part of this education and childcare program, so that the teens get the full-circle support they need to graduate while raising healthy children.
Since the Florence Crittenton high school was created in collaboration with Denver Public Schools, the program gets many of its students through referrals from teachers, counselors and principals at surrounding schools. There is open-enrollment year-round, and the school is also open for tours by potential students.
The 2014 Florence Crittenton prom goes down this Saturday, April 12. For more information on how to donate services or monetary support, contact Lauren Archuletta at [email protected] or call 303-321-6363, extension 218.
Bree Davies is a multimedia journalist, artist advocate and community organizer born and raised in Denver. Rooted in the world of Do-It-Yourself arts and music, Davies co-founded Titwrench experimental music festival, is host of the local music and comedy show Sounds on 29th on CPT12 Colorado Public Television and is creator and host of the civic and social issue-focused podcast, Hello? Denver? Are You Still There? Her work is centered on a passionate advocacy for all ages, accessible, inclusive, non-commercial and autonomous DIY art spaces and music venues in Denver.
Contact: Bree Davies
Twitter: @cocodavies


As the EB-5 immigration visa for investors program grows in popularity, many are talking about the large number of wealthy foreigners coming to the United States from countries like China, Russia, India, and the United Kingdom to invest in a number of high-ticket projects and businesses. However, officials in Texas have noticed a new trend in the last year: a quickly growing number of moneyed Mexicans are crossing the border legally though the EB-5 investment program and settling in big cities like Dallas and Houston.
Why are Mexican investors using the program more this year? For the last three years, the City of Dallas has been wooing wealthy Mexican investors to come to Texas and invest in a new project that would help develop the area and boost the economy (EB-5 visa holders are required to invest either $500,000 or $1 million in a project and create a certain number of new American jobs). At the same time, the quality of life for many Mexican businesspeople has deteriorated in recent years, as the crime rate has increased due to drug cartels. Faced with a stagnant economy and a rash of kidnappings and killings, many well-off Mexicans are leaving their homes for the United States. Texas – and Dallas in particular – is palatable because it is a short flight away from their country of origin, their ongoing business, and their relatives.
Some of the immigrants have begun to call themselves migrantes fresas (high-end migrants) and have built a community in Texas. So far, the arrangement has been mutually beneficial for both the economy and the Mexican immigrants.


Popular Musician, Mr Eazi Drops A New Album Tagged "Life is Eazi Vol. 2 (Lagos to London)".
This Album Consists Of 15Tracks, And Featuring Other Artist Like: Burna Boy, Simi, 2Baba, Maleek Berry, Lady Donli, Broda Shaggi, Chronixx, Giggs, Lotto Boyz and Sneakbo.


Triolein: (Z)-9-Octadecenoic acid 1,2,3-propanetriyl ester.Lipase: An enzyme of the hydrolase class that catalyzes the reaction of triacylglycerol and water to yield diacylglycerol and a fatty acid anion. It is produced by glands on the tongue and by the pancreas and initiates the digestion of dietary fats. (From Dorland, 27th ed) EC 3.1.1.3.Emulsions: Colloids formed by the combination of two immiscible liquids such as oil and water. Lipid-in-water emulsions are usually liquid, like milk or lotion. Water-in-lipid emulsions tend to be creams. The formation of emulsions may be aided by amphiphatic molecules that surround one component of the system to form MICELLES.Embolism, Fat: Blocking of a blood vessel by fat deposits in the circulation. It is often seen after fractures of large bones or after administration of CORTICOSTEROIDS.TriglyceridesScandium: Scandium. An element of the rare earth family of metals. It has the atomic symbol Sc, atomic number 21, and atomic weight 45.Colipases: Colipase I and II, consisting of 94-95 and 84-85 amino acid residues, respectively, have been isolated from porcine pancreas. Their role is to prevent the inhibitory effect of bile salts on the lipase-catalyzed intraduodenal hydrolysis of dietary long-chain triglycerides.Lipoprotein Lipase: An enzyme of the hydrolase class that catalyzes the reaction of triacylglycerol and water to yield diacylglycerol and a fatty acid anion. The enzyme hydrolyzes triacylglycerols in chylomicrons, very-low-density lipoproteins, low-density lipoproteins, and diacylglycerols. It occurs on capillary endothelial surfaces, especially in mammary, muscle, and adipose tissue. Genetic deficiency of the enzyme causes familial hyperlipoproteinemia Type I. (Dorland, 27th ed) EC 3.1.1.34.Apolipoprotein C-II: A 9-kDa protein component of VERY-LOW-DENSITY LIPOPROTEINS. It contains a cofactor for LIPOPROTEIN LIPASE and activates several triacylglycerol lipases. The association of Apo C-II with plasma CHYLOMICRONS; VLDL, and HIGH-DENSITY LIPOPROTEINS is reversible and changes rapidly as a function of triglyceride metabolism. Clinically, Apo C-II deficiency is similar to lipoprotein lipase deficiency (HYPERLIPOPROTEINEMIA TYPE I) and is therefore called hyperlipoproteinemia type IB.Phosphatidylcholines: Derivatives of phosphatidic acids in which the phosphoric acid is bound in ester linkage to a choline moiety. Complete hydrolysis yields 1 mole of glycerol, phosphoric acid and choline and 2 moles of fatty acids.Oleic Acids: A group of fatty acids that contain 18 carbon atoms and a double bond at the omega 9 carbon.Lymph: The interstitial fluid that is in the LYMPHATIC SYSTEM.Chylomicrons: A class of lipoproteins that carry dietary CHOLESTEROL and TRIGLYCERIDES from the SMALL INTESTINE to the tissues. Their density (0.93-1.006 g/ml) is the same as that of VERY-LOW-DENSITY LIPOPROTEINS.Blood-Aqueous Barrier: The selectively permeable barrier, in the EYE, formed by the nonpigmented layer of the EPITHELIUM of the CILIARY BODY, and the ENDOTHELIUM of the BLOOD VESSELS of the IRIS. TIGHT JUNCTIONS joining adjacent cells keep the barrier between cells continuous.Carboxylic Ester Hydrolases: Enzymes which catalyze the hydrolysis of carboxylic acid esters with the formation of an alcohol and a carboxylic acid anion.Intestinal Absorption: Uptake of substances through the lining of the INTESTINES.Oleic Acid: An unsaturated fatty acid that is the most widely distributed and abundant fatty acid in nature. It is used commercially in the preparation of oleates and lotions, and as a pharmaceutical solvent. (Stedman, 26th ed)Stearates: Salts and esters of the 18-carbon saturated, monocarboxylic acid--stearic acid.Cholesterol Esters: Fatty acid esters of cholesterol which constitute about two-thirds of the cholesterol in the plasma. The accumulation of cholesterol esters in the arterial intima is a characteristic feature of atherosclerosis.Lipolysis: The metabolic process of breaking down LIPIDS to release FREE FATTY ACIDS, the major oxidative fuel for the body. Lipolysis may involve dietary lipids in the DIGESTIVE TRACT, circulating lipids in the BLOOD, and stored lipids in the ADIPOSE TISSUE or the LIVER. A number of enzymes are involved in such lipid hydrolysis, such as LIPASE and LIPOPROTEIN LIPASE from various tissues.