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Downtown Frederick: Frederick, Maryland
Having survived numerous threats — natural, political, and economic — to its existence, Downtown Frederick is an urban montage, seamlessly blending old and new. Its treasure trove of 18th-, 19th- and 20th-century buildings — one of the largest contiguous historic districts on the East Coast — traces the city's architectural development. Adaptive reuse is the rule and new construction echoes, rather than imitates, the past. The iconic clustered spires, immortalized in John Greenleaf Whittier's poem "Barbara Frietchie," are part of an architectural portrait that has evolved over some 260 years.
The 40 square-block neighborhood is defined by Third Street to the north, East and South Streets to the east and south, and Bentz Street to the west.
The 1.3-mile mixed-use linear Carroll Creek Park blends new construction with the historic fabric of downtown. Photo courtesy of the City of Frederick.
Having survived numerous threats — natural, political, and economic — to its existence, Downtown Frederick is an urban montage, seamlessly blending old and new. Its treasure trove of 18th-, 19th- and 20th- century buildings — one of the largest contiguous historic districts on the East Coast — traces the city's architectural development. Adaptive reuse is the rule and new construction echoes, rather than imitates, the past. The iconic clustered spires, immortalized in a John Greenleaf Whittier's poem "Barbara Frietchie," are part of an architectural portrait that has evolved over some 260 years.
Strategically placed public art — cascading fountains, cast iron trees, imaginative murals, and the renowned trompe l'oeil Community Bridge — intrigues passersby. The 1.3-mile mixed-use linear Carroll Creek park, designed to remove the downtown from the 100-year floodplain, is a recreational and cultural treasure, featuring brick paths, an amphitheater, and two dozen water mosaics. The city's initial $11 million investment in the park has leveraged $150 million in new construction, infill development, and historic renovation.
In Frederick, the seat of county and city governments, a brick station built in 2001 serves as a transit hub downtown, including service to Washington, D.C. A variety of uses — housing, restaurants, museums, shops, and government offices — help animate the streets as residents and tourists move about downtown.
Each year downtown Frederick attracts 1.4 million visitors, a number that can be attributed to its location, natural beauty, progressive government, ongoing planning, and active citizenry.
Ten blocks of Market Street are closed one day of the year to host the 'In the Street' festival. The celebration commemorates the Historic Downtown and encourages interaction between residents and local businesses. Photo courtesy of the City of Frederick.
Frederick Towne Historic District is Maryland's second and the nation's 13th local historic district (1952). Frederick Historic District added to National Register (1973)
Vast range of architectural styles, including Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Second Empire, Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, and Neoclassical Revival
Adaptive reuse widely embraced; nearly all historic properties renovated to serve industrial, commercial, residential, and public uses
Historic Preservation Commission (est. 1952) approves all exterior work on all buildings, outbuildings; design guidelines approved in 2001, updated in 2008
Height restrictions (1986) ensure view of clustered spires will not be obstructed
Commitment to Planning
Downtown Development Plan (1970), created when retail began to leave for malls, establishes vision of downtown as city, county economic engine; deflects urban renewal efforts
Carroll Creek Commission, created after devastating 1976 flood, spearheads planning and development of Carroll Creek Linear Park and flood control project; resulting master plan (1991, updated 2003) led to $65 million in public and $155 million in private investment
Establishment of Frederick Town Historic District and Carroll Creek overlays (2003) allows for more unified infill development, preserves community character
North Market Retail Plan (1995) develops strategies to combat high vacancy rates, control adult-themed businesses; East Street Corridor Plan (2001) spurs physical and economic revitalization efforts for Carroll Creek Park, East Street extension (to I-70), and commuter rail station; Community Legacy Plan (2003) coordinates public, private efforts
Live, Work, Play Neighborhood
Five thousand residents living in single-family homes, townhouses, condos, and apartments; transitional shelters, Section 8 rentals, and scattered-site rentals for disabled adults. Density bonuses for affordable housing development
City and county government major employers; home to 600 businesses including specialty foods stores, boutiques, banks, home-furnishing, antique shops, 40-plus restaurants; 5,000 people work downtown
Elementary, middle, and high schools within walking distance, as are government agencies, a new public library, and social service organizations
Carroll Creek Park connects downtown to Baker Park
Engaged Leaders, Citizens, and Organizations
Antebellum buildings saved from Confederate torch (1864) when town leaders raised $200,000 from local banks
Former Mayor Ronald N. Young (1974-1990) was the catalyst for revitalization efforts aimed at reclaiming failing downtown
Downtown Frederick Partnership — group of business owners, residents, and organization representatives — is umbrella organization for more than 20 events
City and its nonprofit fundraising arm host more than a dozen events downtown attended by 200,000 each year
Art, Entertainment, and Culture
State Arts and Entertainment District (2003); tax deductions, exemption from state admission and amusement tax, and property tax credit for arts-related improvements
Public art prominent; numerous murals, including award-winning trompe l'oeil Community Bridge, a plain concrete bridge transformed into ivy-covered stone bridge. Carroll Creek Park includes tile water mosaics, fountains, sculptures
Home to several live theaters (including Weinberg Center for the Arts), an amphitheater, museums, and art galleries
Downtown Frederick is known for its distinctive shops and restaurants. The area reflects a historic character with period-style lighting and brick-textured buffers. Photo courtesy of the City of Frederick.


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class CallbackHandler(object):
    def __init__(self, f, *args, **kwargs):
        self.f = f
        self.args = args
        self.kwargs = kwargs
    def __call__(self, *args, **kwargs):
        args = self.args.extend(args)
        kwargs = self.kwargs.update(kwargs)
        return self.f(*args, **kwargs)

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Q: Avoid dialogflow button to scroll over footer I´m building a website with a built in bot buitton, using the dialogflow messenger integration which creates a sticky button on the lower right of the screen by default. This button is not an issue on desktop mode, as it scrolls over the footer but the important content in it is still visible by the user but it is in the mobile and tablet versions where it scrolls along some content inside the footer which I want to be visible. Is there a way to set the top part of the footer as the end of the "scrollable" part by the button?
So far, I just have it integrated and working in the HTML (once uploaded to a web server) using the tag df-messanger and no dedicated CSS styles for the button apart from changing its background for the button and chat, font color, etc.

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Super talented singer and guitarist, Korede Bello was born in Lagos, Nigeria. As a child, Korede Bello showed a strong interest in dance and music, teaching himself how to play many instruments.
At 7, he began performing on stages and entered his school talent competition at the age of 13, and placed first. Taking to singing and performing as a career path, he started performing at local venues and began building a cult following.
Years after, he was discovered and signed a recording and distribution deal with Don Jazzy led Mavin Records. His first single, 'African Princess', was a country hit and then his first collaboration with label mates "Dorobucci" became a continent hit and was certified Platinum in Youtube views. These were followed by Korede Bello's second solo effort, "Cold Outside", which instantly became another country smash.
Korede Bello solidified his presence as a bonafide pop artiste in Africa with the release of his monster hit single,'Godwin' produced by Don Jazzy. The song would later become an anthem of sort amongst music lovers across Africa. The follow up to 'Godwin' – 'Mr Romantic' featuring Tiwa Savage and 'Do Like It', were equally hit songs.
The overwhelming acceptance of the songs proved that the talented singer has come to stay.
'Belloved' is an 11-tracker with 3 bonus tracks. The album which was released on the March 11, 2017 was produced by Don Jazzy, Altims and Baby Fresh.
With over 200,000 FOLLOWER'S on social media, Korede's music appeals more to the Young; teenagers and young adults, but most recently, gradually growing an older adults. Some core industry analysts have tagged him as Africa's Justin Bieber.
The gifted singer is an incredible performer and sure knows how to bring any arena to life. From performing at private parties to fully packed stadium concerts, he gives nothing less than an electrifying performance!
Korede Bello has endorsement deals with Nigeria's telecommunication giant Globacom and Woodin Nigeria. He also represents some of Africa's top brands. A likeable personality who possesses an amazing charisma, Korede is expected to be one of Africa's greatest voices for this generations.
The Mavin Mega Superstar as he's also referred to as might be young, but he understands he can make this world a better place by standing for what is right in the society and doing what he can do to make this world a better place. He has been involved with several non profit organizations including; Cancer Awareness Projects, charity, and patriotic campaigns.
Korede Bello has won loads of awards including; Most Promising Act To Watch (Nigeria Teens Choice Awards 2014), Youth Revelation of the Year Music (Ping Naija Awards 2014), Meritorious Award 2013 (Down Syndrome Foundation Nigeria), Best Use Of Social Media (Top Naija Music Awards 2012), Best Song With A Message (Top Naija Music Awards 2012), Most Promising Artist (Top Naija Music Awards 2012), Afro Pop Artist Of The Year (Top Naija Music Awards 2012), Young Promoter of Cultural Heritage (Gong Africa News Magazine 2012), Best R&B SINGLE (Male) (Yem Awards 2012), Most Wanted Artiste (Hype Award 2012), Indigeneous & Revelation of the Year. (Tush All Youth Awards 2011), Most Promising Young Act (Toks Entertainment Awards 2011).


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The Jewish Agency / Israel In Your Community / Shlichim (Israeli Emissaries) / Shlichim Recruitment, Training, and Enrichment
Yehuda Setton, Director, Shlichim & Israel Fellows
The Jewish Agency for Israel ©, Nir Kafri
The Shlichut Institute
In 2018, The Jewish Agency launched The Shlichut Institute, which will act as the premier center for providing Jewish Agency Israeli emissaries (shlichim) with ongoing training before, during and after their service. The institute will also provide tools and technology to enable valuable community experiences. Natan Sharansky serving as the institute's Founding Chair.
Each year, hundreds of Shlichim return home to Israel after serving in Jewish communities in the Diaspora, undergoing transformative professional and personal experiences. Shlichim return infused with motivation and a strong desire to influence society. The Shlichut alumni network aims to create a platform of diverse programs designed to "bring Shlichut back home" and to promote a generation of leaders in all sectors – social, governmental and business – who are committed to the Jewish world. In 2017, 1,100 returning shlichim are participating in the alumni network's programs. All programs are focused on The Jewish Agency's core values and vision, and relate to Israel activism, Jewish pluralism in Israeli society, and connecting Israel and the Diaspora.
Periphery college students building local communities (Choosing Tomorrow – a Jewish Agency Young Activism program)
Micro-grants to young social activists (Click – a Jewish Agency "Young Activism" program)
Jewish pluralism (Gvanim)
Leadership and Jewish identity development with Hillel Israel
Career-development events, scholarships for volunteerism, social events, and more.
The Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel Program for Excellence, an initiative that began in 2017, engages outstanding shlichim upon their return to Israel from their community assignments in Jewish communities around the world and guides them through a two-year process of personal and professional development in order to assume senior leadership roles and inspire Israeli society. Mandel Fellows devote 25% of their time to a comprehensive process of personal and professional growth, consisting of group learning and individual mentorship.The program's goals are:
To integrate returning shlichim into key organizational positions
To develop exceptional young leadership as well as an interconnected network of learners and change agents
To establish a forward-thinking organizational culture that is responsive to the contemporary needs of Israeli society and global Jewry, while cultivating vision, creativity, entrepreneurship and innovation
07 Jul 2013 / 29 Tamuz 5773
A Message from Washington DC's Community Schlicha, Pnina Agenyahu
It's no longer just on the outskirts of Gaza, it's ALL over: from Dimona in the south to Hedera in the north. And even though I am thousands of miles away, I feel what my friends and family are going
New Brazilian Aliyah emissary excited over role
'The Jewish Agency is very relevant to Jews in South America searching for a sense of belonging'

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import uuid

from django.conf import settings
from django.test import TestCase
from django.urls import reverse

from casexml.apps.case.const import CASE_INDEX_CHILD
from casexml.apps.case.mock import CaseFactory, CaseIndex, CaseStructure

from corehq.apps.app_manager.tests.util import TestXmlMixin
from corehq.apps.domain.shortcuts import create_domain
from corehq.apps.fixtures.utils import clear_fixture_cache
from corehq.apps.locations.models import LocationType, SQLLocation
from corehq.apps.ota.case_restore import get_case_hierarchy_for_restore
from corehq.form_processor.models import CommCareCase
from corehq.util.hmac_request import get_hmac_digest
from corehq.util.test_utils import flag_enabled
from corehq.apps.fixtures.models import LookupTable, LookupTableRow, Field, TypeField

class TestRelatedCases(TestCase, TestXmlMixin):
    domain = 'related-cases-domain'

    @classmethod
    def setUpClass(cls):
        super(TestRelatedCases, cls).setUpClass()
        cls.factory = CaseFactory(domain=cls.domain)

        cls.greatgranddad = cls._case_structure('Ymir', None, 'granddad')
        cls.granddad = cls._case_structure('Laufey', cls.greatgranddad, 'granddad')
        cls.dad = cls._case_structure('Loki', cls.granddad, 'dad')
        cls.kid = cls._case_structure('Sleipner', cls.dad, 'kid')
        cls.kid2 = cls._case_structure('Jormungandr', cls.dad, 'kid')
        cls.grandkid = cls._case_structure('Svadilfari', cls.kid, 'kid')

        cls.other_granddad = cls._case_structure('Odin', None, 'granddad')
        cls.other_dad = cls._case_structure('Thor', cls.other_granddad, 'dad')

        cls.factory.create_or_update_cases([cls.grandkid, cls.kid2, cls.other_dad])

    @staticmethod
    def _case_structure(name, parent, case_type):
        if parent:
            indices = [CaseIndex(
                parent,
                identifier='parent',
                relationship=CASE_INDEX_CHILD,
                related_type=parent.attrs['case_type'],
            )]
        else:
            indices = []
        return CaseStructure(
            case_id=uuid.uuid4().hex,
            attrs={
                "case_type": case_type,
                "create": True,
                "update": {"name": name},
            },
            indices=indices,
            walk_related=True,
        )

    def test_get_related_case_ids(self):
        dad_case = CommCareCase.objects.get_case(self.dad.case_id, self.domain)
        related_cases = get_case_hierarchy_for_restore(dad_case)
        # cases "above" this one should not be included
        self.assertItemsEqual(
            [c.case_id for c in related_cases],
            [self.dad.case_id, self.kid.case_id, self.kid2.case_id,
             self.grandkid.case_id]
        )

    @flag_enabled('ADD_LIMITED_FIXTURES_TO_CASE_RESTORE')
    def test_locations_in_restore(self):
        case_id = self.dad.case_id

        domain_obj = create_domain(self.domain)

        self.addCleanup(domain_obj.delete)
        self.addCleanup(clear_fixture_cache, self.domain)

        location_type = LocationType.objects.create(domain=self.domain, name="Top", code="top")
        location = SQLLocation.objects.create(domain=self.domain, name="Top Location", location_type=location_type)

        # a location in different domain that should not be present
        create_domain("random-domain")
        another_location_type = LocationType.objects.create(domain="random-domain", name="Top", code="top")
        SQLLocation.objects.create(domain="random-domain", name="Top Location",
                                   location_type=another_location_type)

        response = self._generate_restore(case_id)
        self.assertEqual(response.status_code, 200)

        response_content = next(response.streaming_content)

        locations_content = location_fixture_content.format(
            user_id=case_id,
            location_id=location.location_id
        )
        self.assertXmlPartialEqual(schema_fixture_content, response_content,
                                   '{http://openrosa.org/http/response}schema')
        self.assertXmlPartialEqual(locations_content, response_content,
                                   '{http://openrosa.org/http/response}fixture[@id="locations"]')

    @flag_enabled('ADD_LIMITED_FIXTURES_TO_CASE_RESTORE')
    def test_lookup_table_in_restore(self):
        case_id = self.dad.case_id

        domain_obj = create_domain(self.domain)

        self.addCleanup(domain_obj.delete)
        self.addCleanup(clear_fixture_cache, self.domain)

        table_tag = "atable"

        table = LookupTable(domain=self.domain,
                            tag=table_tag,
                            description="A Table",
                            is_global=True,
                            fields=[TypeField(name="wing")])
        table.save()
        row = LookupTableRow(
            table_id=table.id,
            domain=self.domain,
            fields={
                "wing": [Field(value="duck", properties={"says": "quack"})],
            },
            sort_key=0,
        )
        row.save()

        response = self._generate_restore(case_id)
        self.assertEqual(response.status_code, 200)

        response_content = next(response.streaming_content)

        lookup_table_content = lookup_table_fixture_content.format(table_tag=table_tag, user_id=case_id)
        xpath = f'{{http://openrosa.org/http/response}}fixture[@id="item-list:{table_tag}"]'
        self.assertXmlPartialEqual(lookup_table_content, response_content, xpath)

    def _generate_restore(self, case_id):
        url = reverse("case_restore", args=[self.domain, case_id])
        hmac_header_value = get_hmac_digest(settings.FORMPLAYER_INTERNAL_AUTH_KEY, url)
        return self.client.get(url, HTTP_X_MAC_DIGEST=hmac_header_value)

schema_fixture_content = """
<partial>
    <ns0:schema xmlns:ns0="http://openrosa.org/http/response" id="locations">
        <ns0:indices>
            <ns0:index>@id</ns0:index>
            <ns0:index>@top_id</ns0:index>
            <ns0:index>@type</ns0:index>
            <ns0:index>name</ns0:index>
        </ns0:indices>
    </ns0:schema>
</partial>
"""

location_fixture_content = """
<partial>
    <ns0:fixture xmlns:ns0="http://openrosa.org/http/response" id="locations" indexed="true" user_id="{user_id}">
        <ns0:locations>
            <ns0:location id="{location_id}" top_id="{location_id}" type="top">
                <ns0:name>Top Location</ns0:name>
                <ns0:site_code>top_location</ns0:site_code>
                <ns0:external_id/>
                <ns0:latitude/>
                <ns0:longitude/>
                <ns0:location_type>Top</ns0:location_type>
                <ns0:supply_point_id/>
                <ns0:location_data/>
            </ns0:location>
        </ns0:locations>
    </ns0:fixture>
</partial>
"""

lookup_table_fixture_content = """
<partial>
    <ns0:fixture xmlns:ns0="http://openrosa.org/http/response" id="item-list:{table_tag}" user_id="{user_id}">
        <ns0:atable_list>
            <ns0:atable>
                <ns0:wing says="quack">duck</ns0:wing>
            </ns0:atable>
        </ns0:atable_list>
    </ns0:fixture>
</partial>
"""


After successfully launching TEAM Campus Bordentown, K. Johnson Enterprises has begun the construction of Team Campus North, a sister site to the Bordentown development.
Jie Hayes launched her own Registered Investment Advisor firm, Songbird Capital in 2012 after a decade working at Citigroup Alternative Investments in risk management, investment research and portfolio management.
Autumn promises to still be warm and inviting, and there is no better venue for dinner than the area's favorite restaurant, Vidalia, located in the heart of Lawrenceville at 21 Phillips Avenue.
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Home » Business News » Independent commission argues against annual wealth tax but advocates a one-off charge
Independent commission argues against annual wealth tax but advocates a one-off charge
An independent commission established last spring by the London School of Economics, the University of Warwick and the Economic and Social Research Council to analyse proposals for a wealth tax has rejected an annual tax but has advocated a one-off charge.
The commission comprises senior academics from the universities involved as well as tax barrister, Emma Chamberlain.
While Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has previously rejected the idea of a wealth tax, the commission's independence means that the idea may gain traction in the coming years.
In rejecting the idea of an annual wealth tax, the commission argues that such a levy would "have higher administrative costs relative to revenue than a one-off tax, which means that it is currently not feasible" considering the lower tax thresholds.
It goes on to note that "at very high levels of wealth, the extent of these responses remains uncertain. Some responses could be mitigated by careful design, but others would be more difficult to resolve."
Instead, the commission argues for substantial reforms of existing taxes on wealth instead of "minor tinkering". They suggest this approach would be more efficient economically and less costly to administer.
In contrast, the commission advocated a one-off charge to help repair the public finances following the pandemic, arguing:
A well-designed one-off wealth tax would raise a total of £260 billion at a rate of five per cent over £500,000 per individual or £80 billion at a rate of five per cent of £2 million per individual, payable at one per cent per year over five years.
The report goes on to say that such a measure should not be pre-announced in order to prevent forestalling but that deferrals should be permitted where taxpayers are constrained in their liquidity.
The commission says that such a charge would be preferable to increasing taxes on work or spending.
Link: The Wealth Tax Commission
Posted in Business News.
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Q: How to retrieve user input data entered tab bar View Controller when application start in iphone app I have created window based application. Tab bar controller as root controller and it has three tabs.
One Tab has Labels and TextField inputs like Name, Username and Password.
I am looking to store this text filed inputs when user enters and able retrieve in other tabs.
Previously I have set key for different text fields and setobject:withkey task and able to retrieve text filed values in same view Controller [[NSUserDefaults standardUserDefaults] stringForKey:key] task.
Now I am looking to create database which has different objects and each objects has data values of different Text Field inputs that I can access in whole application.
like DatabaseName -> Object1 -> Name, Username & Password
                  -> Object2 -> Name, Username & Password
Something like structure in Normal C so it would be easy to retrieve data.
I am looking NSUserDefaults Class and User Defaults Programming Topics in Cocoa(http://developer.apple.com/iPhone/library/documentation/Cocoa/Conceptual/UserDefaults/UserDefaults.html#//apple_ref/doc/uid/10000059-BCIDJFHD).
Also Referring Archives and Serialization Programming guide : https://developer.apple.com/library/ios/#documentation/Cocoa/Conceptual/Archiving/Archiving.html.
 Which method do I need to use to create such type of database ?

A: If you're just saving a small array of a limited size, then using NSUserDefaults like this is probably ok.
If it's truly a "database" that may contain a large number of objects and/or change frequently, most people would probably recommend that you use Core Data instead.


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Online sales of live fireflies worry conservationists who say the business is harming already dwindling population.
Ditching flowers and chocolates as gifts for China's "Valentine's Day," some lovers have instead gone online to buy insects glowing in the dark.
Fireflies are widely available on the country's booming e-trade sites, marketed as symbols of love and beauty.
The trend is igniting anger among conservationists, who say the business is harming China's already dwindling firefly population.
Online firefly sales traditionally jump ahead of the Qixi festival, also known as China's Valentine's Day. It falls on the seventh day of the seventh month of the Chinese calendar - this year on Thursday.
The number of fireflies traded online so far in 2015 has exceeded 10 million, a tenfold increase compared with the same period last year, a report by Qinghuan Volunteer Service Centre, an environmental protection group, revealed.
More than 30 shops on Taobao.com advertise live fireflies, with prices starting from 3 yuan ($0.5) per insect.
Jars of 55 fireflies, supposedly meaning "I love you," were part of promotions ahead of Qixi. With many of the insects not surviving shipping, extra fireflies are often added to the sets for free.
A chemical reaction inside the fireflies' bodies allow them to light up. They glow to lure prey, discourage predators, and most importantly, to attract mates.
Fu Xinhua, a professor at Huazhong Agricultural University, warned that by disrupting this process, fireflies in China could go extinct.
"Firefly adults will appear only one month per year and their life span is about one week," Fu told Al Jazeera.
"If we capture them during their most important stage, there will be no next generations."
He said firefly populations in China are decreasing "very quickly".
Urban development is threatening firefly habitats, and light pollution in the cities is severely disrupting mating.
Firefly populations are also dwindling in the countryside, due to the use of pesticides and pollution.
In mountain areas, where fireflies have been "hiding," they are now under threat of being captured and sold, Fu said.
To promote the business as sustainable, many online sellers claim their fireflies are bred in captivity. But experts say the low price of the insects gives away that they are actually captured in the wild.
Zhou Canying, director of the Changsha Wildlife Conservation Association, told the Global Times Sunday that the cost of breeding each firefly ranges from 15 to 20 yuan ($2.3-3.1), compared to 0.5 yuan each for each insect caught in the wild.
It is not only online sales of fireflies that are controversial.
A firefly exhibit at a theme park in Hunan Province's capital city Changsha was stopped last week after authorities found that it illegally captured fireflies in the wild.
Another exhibit set to open in July in Shanghai, featuring thousands of live fireflies, was cancelled after an online petition and warnings from environmentalists that it could lead to ecological damage.
Such displays are hugely popular among Chinese, who flock to firefly-viewing events during the summer months.
Fu said fireflies are indicators of ecological balance, as they live and breed in areas also healthy for humans.
"If they disappear, our ecosystem will fall apart," he warned.
Qixi celebrates an ancient legend of the love story between a cowherd and a weaver girl.
Traditional celebrations include young women demonstrating domestic skills such as threading a needle and carving fruits.
But many urban Chinese have abandoned these kind of events, instead going to restaurants or cinemas.


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Birender Singh Dhanoa Current Affairs, GK & News
Bipin Rawat appointed as chairman of Chiefs of Staff Committee
Indian Army chief General Bipin Rawat has become the new chairman of Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC). He succeeded IAF chief – Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa. The COSC is consists of chiefs of the Army, the Navy and the Air Force and the senior most member is appointed its chairperson. The Chairman of ..
Topics: Air chief marshal • Birender Singh Dhanoa • Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee • Chief of the Army Staff • Military • Military of India • Ministry of Defence • Rawat • Recipients of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal
Birender Singh Dhanoa represents India at 2019 Indo Pacific Chiefs of Defence (CHOD) Conference in Bangkok
Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa is representing India at the 2019 Indo Pacific Chiefs of Defence (CHOD) Conference in Bangkok, Thailand. The theme for the conference is "Collaboration in a free and Open Indo – Pacific". The conference will provide perspectives on common challenges faced by attending nations and elicit open discussions on the ..
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ACM BS Dhanoa receives Baton of Chairman COSC
The Chief of the Air Staff (COAS) Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa received the baton of Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) from Admiral Sunil Lanba, the outgoing Chief of the Naval Staff and also COSC Chairman. Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa will take over as new Chairman COSC with effect from 31 May ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Topics: Admiral Sunil Lanba • Birender Singh Dhanoa • Chief of the Air Staff (COAS) Air Chief Marshal • Chief of the Naval Staff • Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) • Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) • Director Fighter Operations and War Planning • Kargil War 1999 • MiG-21 • National Defence Academy (NDA) • Rashtriya Indian Military College • Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCOAS)
The 70th edition of Army Day 2018 celebrated
The Army Day is celebrated every year by the Indian Army on January 15 to commemorate the day when General (later Field Marshal) K.M Carriappa took over the command of Army from General Sir Francis Butcher , the last British Commander-in-Chief in 1949 and became the first Commander-in-Chief of Indian Army post Independence. The day ..
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Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa takes charge as new Air Force chief
Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa took charge as the 22nd Chief of the Air Staff (CoAS) of the Indian Air Force (IAF). He succeeded Arup Raha who retires from the service. He is the third person from Sikh community to head the IAF after Arjan Singh and Dilbag Singh. Prior to this appointment he ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2017
Topics: appointments • Birender Singh Dhanoa • Defence • Indian Air Force • Persons in News


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Carriage on Regional Express and Rex aircraft and on flights under designation ZL is by Regional Express Pty Limited (ACN 101 325 642), for which Regional Express Holdings Limited (ACN 099 547 270) acts as agent. Carriage on aircraft provided by other carriers or third parties will be subject to the terms and conditions of those parties, and Regional Express Pty Limited acts only as agent in arranging such services.
The Passenger flies subject to the Ticket Terms and, to the extent applicable, the Laws. If there is a conflict between any of the parts of the Ticket Terms, those of the Ticket Terms set out in this document will prevail. The contract of carriage is with Regional Express Pty Limited and the issue of any ticket or other documents in respect of carriage is on behalf of Regional Express Pty Limited.
the Company will not be liable for inaccuracy in any information concerning transport, services or their pricing whether referred to in the Ticket or any other document.
These conditions of carriage do not apply to the extent that they are inconsistent with overriding laws that apply to your carriage.
Subject to the Civil Aviation (Carrier's Liability) Act 1925 (Cth) and equivalent State legislation, certain statutory guarantees or warranties may apply for the benefit of consumers. Nothing in these Conditions of Carriage will prevent the application of such consumer laws to the extent that the circumstances require their application without exclusion.
If legislation provides a guarantee or warranty cannot be excluded, to the extent permitted by law liability for a breach of the guarantee or warranty will be limited either to the supply of the goods or services again or the payment of the cost of the resupply.
such other sums as may be prescribed by applicable legislation for the time being in force.
Except as provided for under the Law, the Company is not liable for loss or damage to, or delay in the delivery of fragile or perishable articles, money, jewellery, precious metals, negotiable papers, securities or other valuables (including but not limited to cameras and computers), business documents, passports and other identification documents, samples, medicines or drugs which are included in the Passenger's check-in baggage, whether with or without the knowledge of the Company. Such personal valuable items should be carried on the Passenger's person or in carry on baggage under his/her care.
Claims for baggage damaged or lost due to negligence on the part of Rex must be filed and reported within 3 days of the flight arrival at the destination. Claims reported after 3 days will not be accepted. All claims must be submitted at the destination airport, using forms provided by Rex. The damaged baggage must be sighted with the thermal baggage tag still attached by a Rex Staff member. The Company is not liable for damage to baggage where damage is the result of normal wear and tear (this includes, and is not limited to, damaged handles and wheels). The Company is also not liable for damage to items that are not sufficiently protected and packaged for air travel (which is the passenger's responsibility) especially for odd-sized items.
The Company is also not liable for damage to baggage if baggage weight exceeds the maximum design limits of the manufacturer, where manufacturer's specifications are unavailable the weight limit applied will be 25kgs. The Claim will not be approved if it is deemed damage was not due to negligence by Rex.
Cancellation and Luggage insurance which covers some travel related risks is available while booking your flight online.
In the interest of on-time departure, every Passenger must be checked in and ready for boarding by the time fixed by the Company from time to time, and in any case not less than 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time for Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Queensland airports (excluding Burketown which is 60 minutes) or 20 minutes for regional airports in New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia. At the time of check-in, the Passenger must present satisfactory photo identification to the Company's staff or agent and must comply with all lawful instructions given by such personnel including but not limited to declaring the contents of luggage and payment of any additional charges for excess baggage etc.
non-compliance with any of the agreed Ticket Terms.
In these circumstances, cancellation and rebooking fees will be charged by the Company according to the applicable Fare Rules and certain ticket classes may lose its entire value.
It is against the law to bring onto the aircraft, whether as carry-on baggage or check-in baggage, restricted items as defined by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. The Company and airport or government officials may inspect and/or search your baggage with or without your presence.
Please refer to Dangerous Goods for further information.
Aerosols – Not more than 2 KG 2 L, no individual container to contain more than 0.5 Kg or 0.55 L refer to Dangerous Goods.
Alcoholic Beverages – Not more than 5 L of not more than 7-% alcohol by volume. Refer to Dangerous Goods Please note, alcohol is prohibited to be carried on board all Rex flights on the Gulf and Cape York routes due to alcohol management programmes. Penalties apply for violation. All passengers travelling on the Gulf and Cape York routes must surrender any alcohol carried on their person at check-in.
Ammunition – Cartridges for weapons securely packed in manufacturers packing. Refer to Firearms. Not more than 5Kg per passenger. Ammunition allowances for multiple passengers may NOT be carried in the same bag. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Avalanche rescue backpacks – Only one per passenger fitted with only one cylinder of division 2.2 non-flammable gas and must be fitted with pressure relief bags on the bags. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Camping stoves and liquid fuel containers – If the item has not been flushed or any fuel smell is detected during the check-in process (including an inspection), the item will be denied carriage. Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Chemical Agent monitoring equipment – Carried by staff members of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons on official travel. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Cigarette/Zippo lighters and safety matches – Limit of one per passenger carried on your person. Important Smoking in the aircraft or on the airport apron at any time is strictly prohibited. This includes the use of e-cigarettes and personal vaping devices. Strike anywhere matches, book matches, lighter fuel, lighter refills, blue flame lighters, laser plasma lighters and cigar lighters are forbidden.
CO2 non-flammable gas cartridges – Up to four cartridges are permitted per passenger (including 2 spare). Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Dry Ice (carbon dioxide solid) – Up to 2.5Kg per passenger. Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Dry shipper, insulated packaging containing refrigerated liquid nitrogen – Dry shippers containing dangerous goods are not permitted. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Electronic devices (portable) powered by batteries – Refer to battery powered portable electronic devices.
Engine (internal Combustion) – Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
EPIRBs and Personal locator beacons – Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Fridge (camping fridge) – Refer to Dangerous Goods.
Hair curlers containing hydrocarbon gas – May not be used on board at any time. Refer to Dangerous Goods.
Heat producing items – Diving lamps, soldering irons etc. Devices containing flammable gas canisters are forbidden. Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Lifejacket or self-inflating safety device – No more than one jacket or device per passenger. Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Light bulbs (energy efficient) – Refer to Dangerous Goods.
Magnetic material – Any item that can cause more than a 2 degree swing on a compass is not permitted as passenger baggage. Refer to Dangerous Goods.
Medical Equipment (portable) powered by batteries – Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Mobility aids and Wheelchairs – Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Oxygen or air gaseous cylinders for medical use – Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
Power tools (battery operated) – Refer to Dangerous Goods. Contact Regional Express on 13 17 13 for approval.
REMEMBER IF YOU TAKE DANGEROUS GOODS ON BOARD, EVEN INADVERTENTLY, YOU MAY BE LIABLE TO PROSECUTION AND A JAIL TERM.
If there is any doubt about what may be carried on board THE aircraft, the Passenger must request more information from the Company before commencing travel. Firearms and weapons of any description are prohibited in the cabin of any Aircraft. Passengers shall not tender dangerous goods or potentially dangerous goods for Carriage as baggage. The Company may destroy, abandon and/or retain as evidence any such goods.
Each Passenger occupying a paid seat is entitled to a free check-in baggage allowance of 1 item at 15kg [23kg for Rex Flex (Y class) passengers], provided the total linear dimensions (i.e. Depth plus Height plus Length) of each item does not exceed 140cm (55in).
Infants not occupying a seat are permitted check-in baggage not exceeding a total weight of 10kg. This will include the weight of the stroller, carry basket, fold-up cot and/or car seat.
Each item in excess of the allowance, or the linear dimensions, will be deemed excess baggage and will be subject to payment of the prevailing excess baggage rates published by the Company from time to time. Such excess baggage is further subject to the restriction below and to space and uplift availability and hence may not be carried on the same service as the Passenger. The Company also reserves the right to offload baggage within the check-in baggage allowance in instances where the aircraft is restricted with regard to the amount of baggage it can carry. All baggage, including excess baggage, is only carried to the airport specified on the Company's baggage tag. For excess baggage, the Passenger is responsible for the collection of his/her baggage at the destination airport and any related delivery expenses.
Priority Baggage is available for purchase at the prevailing rate. This guarantees uplift of the passenger's baggage on the flight they travel on. For full Priority Baggage terms and conditions, visit our website.
By purchasing Safe Hand Baggage at check-in for the prevailing rate, passengers are permitted to be in possession of their baggage between check-in and boarding. Safe Hand Baggage is not permitted inside the cabin. A limit of 15kg [23kg for Rex Flex (Y class) passengers] applies. As Safe Hand Baggage is screened through Airport Security, its contents are subject to all carry-on baggage restrictions. Safe Hand Baggage charges do not apply for passengers travelling with wheelchairs, prams and medical equipment required between check-in and boarding.
For Occupational Health & Safety reasons, any single item of baggage which exceeds 32kg in weight, cannot be accepted as passenger baggage.
A fully collapsible wheelchair and/or a pair of crutches and/or a walking stick and/or a prosthetic device will be carried in addition to the baggage allowance set out above if the Passenger is dependent on the item.
For the above items, the total weight of the checked-in items must not exceed the stipulated limit or an excess baggage charge will apply.
All baggage should be locked (where applicable). The Company's liability with respect to check-in baggage is spelt out in Clause 2 above.
Check-in baggage will be delivered to the destination airport for collection by the bearer of the baggage check receipt or tag. In case of lost or damage to check-in baggage, such bearer may submit a claim in writing to the Company within 3 days from the scheduled arrival of the baggage.
The Company will not be liable for any loss if the Passenger fails to collect any check-in or carry-on baggage. If such baggage is not claimed after 90 days after the flight, it will be deemed to be abandoned and the Company may dispose of it as the Company sees fit without notifying the Passenger and without any liability on the Company's part and the Passenger will indemnify the Company for any cost and/or expense incurred in respect of such disposal.
Total baggage exceeding 100kg will not be accepted as excess baggage and must be processed at a cargo outlet at the applicable cargo rate.
Live domestic animals will be accepted as excess baggage except when travelling to/from Adelaide, Newcastle, Townsville, Brisbane and Cairns airports. For these airports, animals must be lodged through a freight agent. Please refer to Rex's Conditions of Carriage for Cargo.
two small bags, each not exceeding: depth 23cm (9in), height 34cm (13in), length 48cm (19in).
The small bag can be substituted for one suit pack or one garment bag, (non-rigid frame/unfolded), not exceeding: thickness 11cm (4in), width 60cm (24in), length 114cm (45in).
Some bulky musical instruments like guitars and cellos are allowed to be carried on board only if an extra seat is purchased for it via the Customer Contact Centre to ensure proper stowage. (Please refer to the Special Requirements Terms & Conditions).
Items which exceed the above allowances must be checked in. Your personal medication or prescriptions should not be placed in check-in baggage as they may be offloaded or otherwise not be available when you need them. The Company shall not be liable for any loss or damage to or delay in delivery of such items and for any consequential death or personal injury. Please note that passengers carrying hypodermic needles will need to declare them at the time of check-in.
Laptop computers should be carried as carry-on baggage to avoid possible damage. The Passenger is not permitted to carry any sharp objects in his/her carry-on baggage or Safe Hand Baggage such as nail files, scissors, letter openers, pocket knives, etc. Such items must be placed in check-in baggage only.
Rex retains the sole discretion to determine, for the purposes of your safety or the safety or comfort of other passengers, whether any item of your baggage will be permitted in the carry-on or should be carried as check-in baggage.
Your air ticket comprises 3rd party taxes and charges like airport head tax, security screening charges etc which we collect as a deposit as part of the all inclusive air fare. This will be paid on your behalf to the 3rd parties when travel has taken place. The deposit amount varies due to differences in 3rd party taxes and charges. Regardless of whether your airfare is refundable, if your ticket expires at the end of one year from date of purchase with sectors unused, you are entitled to claim a refund of the corresponding deposit, less a reasonable administration fee currently fixed at $44 (incl GST) per passenger per booking regardless of the number of sectors in the booking. All claims must be made prior to ticket expiry. Please fill out the enquiries form on the Rex website to claim this refund.
In line with industry practice, there is a booking/handling fee and a payment method surcharge for bookings to cover the costs of providing the service as well as the charges imposed by the card provider. This surcharge depends on the booking method and card used. Please see the Surcharge table for amounts.
In accordance with Civil Aviation Regulations, smoking is not permitted on Australian domestic flights and in Australian airport terminals.
follow the health advice provided in our in-flight documentation.
The Company reserves the right without notice to substitute any aircraft or other means of transport either before the departure of the flight or at any intermediate airport, to alter or omit any advertised stopping place and to despatch the aircraft before or alter the date or hours advertised or announced for its departure. The Ticket Terms shall extend to carriage by substituted aircraft or other means of transport.
The Company reserves the right at any time to cancel any flight or, whether the scheduled flight on which the Passenger was booked takes place or not, to cancel any ticket or booking of the Passenger or to carry the Passenger for a portion only of any booked flight. The Company shall not under any circumstances be under any liability to the Passenger for failure to carry him/her at the booked or scheduled time, or at all. While the Company will endeavour to use its best efforts to carry the passenger and baggage with reasonable dispatch, times of arrival and departure are not guaranteed. The Company assumes no responsibility for making connections between or with the flights it offers, the flights of other airlines or any other form of transport.
If, in the opinion of the Company, an aircraft cannot safely land at an airport, the Passenger may be landed at an alternative airport and will be entitled to be returned to the airport of original destination by such means of transport as the Company, in its absolute discretion, may determine. The Passenger must bear his/her own expenses while waiting for his/her return to the airport of original destination and the Company shall not be liable for any consequential loss, damage or expenses of any kind whatsoever arising from such carriage or delay.
In the event the Company changes the flight schedule of the Passenger or cancels the flight booked by a Passenger, the Passenger may decide to cancel the ticket and obtain a full refund from the Company. If the Passenger decides to do so, the request for the refund must be made within 14 days from the date the flight schedule was changed or the flight was cancelled.
Passengers are responsible for ensuring that their connecting flights are in accordance with the recommended Minimum Connection Times.
These Minimum Connection Times are of general advice and are in accordance with industry recommendations for the least amount of time required to make connecting flights. They do not take into consideration flight disruptions. Rex does not guarantee flight connections nor is Rex liable for consequential expenses resulting from a missed connection. Travel Insurance is recommended.
The Company is not a common carrier, and reserves the right to refuse to carry the Passenger, or any of the Passenger's baggage or goods without giving any reason.
The Passenger shall comply with the Law and with the Ticket Terms and shall be responsible for any damage or loss occasioned by his/her failure to do so. The Passenger shall not take into the aircraft or include in his/her baggage or goods any easily ignitable article or offensive thing likely to cause inconvenience to Passengers or any thing likely to endanger aircraft, passengers or goods. The Passenger must allow reasonable searches of his/her person and baggage. The Passenger shall not, while on board the aircraft, consume any intoxicating beverage unless it has been sold or otherwise supplied to him/her on board the aircraft by the Company. While on board the Passenger must submit to all lawful instructions of the cabin crew.
behaving in a disruptive or disorderly manner.
if it is necessary for the safety or comfort of other persons or for the protection of property.
Threats to Aviation Security as defined in the Aviation Transport Security Regulations 9.01 2005, including "inappropriate comments" regarding weapons or explosive devices will result in cancellation of the ticket as well as mandatory reporting to both Federal and State law enforcement agencies.
I confirm that I have full authority to give the Company this confirmation, undertaking and indemnity.
I confirm that I am aware that the Company is unable to change any of its flight procedures (including but not limited to safety procedures), conditions, service, food items or otherwise and the flight is at the sole risk and responsibility of the Passenger and/or, in the case of the Passenger who is a minor, the parent, guardian and the person who books the flight for the Passenger.
I confirm that the Passenger (in the case of an adult) of his/her own free will and being fully aware of the risks involved, has decided to take the flight with the Company and the Passenger will not hold the Company responsible for any thing, food allergy, event, activity or otherwise occurring during the flight which may affect the medical condition of the Passenger.
(In the case of the Passenger who is a minor and the booking is made on his/her behalf) I confirm that the parent, guardian and I, who are responsible for the care and well-being of the Passenger, of our own free will and being fully aware of the risks involved, have decided to let the Passenger take the flight with the Company and we will not hold the Company responsible for any thing, food allergy, event, activity or otherwise occurring during the flight which may affect the medical condition of the Passenger.
I confirm that if I have a pre-existing medical condition that may be impacted by the flight, I have sought medical advice before taking the flight and have completed the Rex Medical Certificate of Fitness to Fly.
I confirm that I or the travelling passenger will have on hand all medication and medical equipment that I or the travelling passenger may require during the flight.
I further confirm that I acknowledge Rex will be unable to provide assistance within the cabin for the administration of medication, consumption of food (except opening packets if required) or toiletry needs apart from assisting passengers to/from the toilet door.
AND I UNDERTAKE TO INDEMNIFY THE COMPANY and hold the Company harmless to the fullest extent permitted under the law against all claims, actions, suits, losses, damages, expenses and costs (including legal costs on an indemnity basis), whether in respect of personal injury, death, damage to property or otherwise, that the Company may suffer or incur in respect of or arising from the Passenger taking the flight under the circumstances of this clause.
Most Special Requirements requests can be made while making your Internet Booking. If not, you can call the Rex Customer Contact Centre at 13 17 13 to register your request. If you are booking through a travel agent, just inform the agent of your needs.
Special Requirements require careful coordination and you must read carefully the Terms and Conditions for Special Requirements prior to making your request. You are deemed to have accepted our Terms and Conditions for Special Requirements when you make a request for Special Requirements.
The Passenger indemnifies the Company against any action, proceeding, suit, claim or demand made against it in connection with a breach by the Passenger of the Ticket Terms and against liability, loss, damage, cost or expense suffered by the Company as a consequence.
Any money received for the Ticket by any agent issuing it is held on trust for the Company. The Company may arrange with any other person to undertake the carriage contracted under the Ticket Terms, or services ancillary to it (including the transportation of the Passenger and his/her baggage to or from any airport or taking off or landing place) or any part of them.
The travel must be completed within 12 months of date of issue of the Ticket and is not be transferable to any other person. The Company has no obligation to provide transport or services if the Ticket is not presented, is lost or stolen.
The Ticket is valid only for transport or services specified. Any alterations to the services specified will be strictly subject to the Fare Rules governing the category of ticket issued and in some instances the ticket may become valueless and not refundable.
The Ticket Terms may not be waived or modified by any person.
If any of these term fails to have all, some or any effect, or causes any other of these Ticket Terms to fail it shall be read down or severed to the extent required to preserve the rest of these Ticket Terms.
Wherever the Ticket is issued the Ticket Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the Laws in force in New South Wales.
"Carriage" is equivalent to "transportation".
"Person" includes a firm, body corporate, an unincorporated association or an authority.


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The History of Science Museum is a department of the University of Oxford, which has full charitable status as an exempt charity under the Charities Act 1993 (and therefore does not have a charity number). Any gift you make to the Museum in your will is therefore exempt from inheritance tax and may provide other tax benefits.
Find out more about the AIL scheme, or how to make the most of tax-efficient giving during your lifetime.


Valentine's Day and Roses – Which color and how many?
The Color of the Rose Matters!
Yellow? If you are more friends than lovers, send yellow roses. You can combine yellow roses with red or dark pink roses too, for friendship often strengthen love.
Lavender? If you are falling in love with someone, gift lavender roses. These would be the right color roses to gift when are hoping that your love will be reciprocated, but you aren't sure yet. So lavender roses could be your messengers of love to your love-interest.
White? White signifies purity and innocence. You can combine white roses with roses of any other color, and it would symbolize continuity and unity.
The Number of Roses Matter too!
1 Rose = loyalty and devotion.
Which is the rose that you should stay away from?
Definitely black – if at all you can find it. Black signifies sadness and more specifically mourning.
If you are not yet an item, it's a good idea to not send orange roses to a woman because it signifies that you "desire" her. Generally speaking, women like to know that they are desired, only after they know that they are cherished.
A single red rose means Forever Love.


How do I submit to your gallery?
Amazing no-one has responded to this. What a gorgeous painting! If you haven't worked out already, just choose the 'Gallery' section and post as a new thread, like you did here.
I just looked at this and since no one else suggested it, I would look at the shadows especially those on the snow. the shadow on the bird show the sun is in the back facing the viewer. all the snow should have a shadow and need more shadowing on the tree limb as well. Lot of detail here. Lot of work on the limb as well. Nice picture.
Thanks for the tips, and kind comment!


Kansai airport to reopen runway flooded in typhoon Fri.
The president of the operator of Kansai International Airport said Thursday a runway at the main international gateway to western Japan, which was flooded in a powerful typhoon earlier this month, will reopen the next day.
The airport on a man-made island in Osaka Bay plans to resume 38 domestic and 98 international flights, equivalent to 34 percent of services prior to the disaster, the operator said.
Yoshiyuki Yamaya, president of Kansai Airports, announced the plan at a press conference Thursday evening.
As Typhoon Jebi passed through western Japan on Sept. 4, one of the airport's two runways and a terminal building were flooded by high tides, while a tanker ship smashed into the sole bridge connecting the airport with the mainland, severing half of its lanes and stranding an estimated 8,000 people at the airport at one point.
The airport operator said it aims to reopen the northern part of the flooded terminal building, where power has not been restored, by Sept. 21.
Railway services on the bridge will also likely resume on the same day if no significant damage is found, according to the rail operator.
The airport has partially reopened with flights at around 20 percent of the pre-typhoon level, as most airlines had been using the flooded No. 1 terminal.
Kansai airport has attracted a growing number of foreign passengers in recent years, particularly those from China, South Korea and Southeast Asian countries. It was used by around 80,000 passengers a day on average before the disaster.


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Satender Sharma
Aproven leader with grit, determination, and a strong desire for success, Mr. Sharma is consistently focused on developing and implementing Petrocontracts International's strategy and future growth. Having grown up as the son of an Army Officer, Mr. Sharma takes inspiration from his father, Mr. Chander Prakash Sharma, whose life experiences inspired him to live a disciplined, honest, and fulfilling life. He learned early in life that the army faces many hardships, but the soldiers remain strong and continue to serve. This lesson has continued to inspire him to this day.
A WELL-ROUNDED LEADER
Mr. Sharma holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) degree and a Diploma in Business Management. Additionally, the well-versed leader holds Fellowships of the Chartered Institute of Management, UK, and the Institution of Engineers.
Prior to establishing Petrocontracts International Limited, Mr. Sharma was the Vice President of Petrofac International Limited. He has also held a variety of management roles at the Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company (ADMA OPCO), Abu Dhabi, now ADNOC Offshore (2007-2008); Qatar Petroleum, Doha (1995–2007); Colt Engineering, Abu Dhabi, now owned by Worley Parsons (1993-1995); Engineers India Limited, New Delhi (1983-1993), Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co Pvt Ltd, New Delhi (1982-1983); and Electrocom Industries, New Delhi (1981-1983). Among his other experiences, he has held various positions of responsibility at Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company (ADMA OPCO) and other companies, such as Qatar Petroleum (1995-1997); Colt Engineering (1993-1995); and Engineers India Limited, New Delhi.
The opportunities he achieved and the things he learned about different industry sectors made him feel passionate about passing on his experiences and insights to the younger generation. To this end, Mr. Sharma established Petrocontracts International in London, UK in the year 2017. Using proven grass-roots strategies based on innovative solutions and services.
His mission is also to help multi-billion-dollar companies overcome multifarious challenges. He says, "Our comprehensive service offering comprises of Project Management, Claims Management, Commercial & Proposals Management, Contract & Sub-contract management and resource management, allowing clients to concentrate on their core capabilities while we handle their perennial issues." As evidence of the company's success, it has delivered more than 50 projects in consulting across numerous industries in the past four years.
The company, which the ambitious leader founded as a business consultancy firm focused on extending business support to domestic and international companies, now has offices in London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, as well as in Gurugram, India. Mr. Sharma is now in the process of expanding the company into the Far East and South America, where it can satisfy the individual needs of customers in the Gulf States, Asia, Europe, and Africa, where there are untapped opportunities in the oil and gas industry. The forward-thinking leader's grasp of modernization and, more crucially, his personal views and ideas have contributed to Petrocontracts' current global position.
A GOAL-SETTER
Mr. Sharma is known for his strategic thinking and planning skills. A strong business developer with extensive connections within the EPC industry, the visionary leader, has the skills, competence, and experience to handle any leadership role connected to Project, Business, or Commercial Management with utmost ease. In the long run, he wants Petrocontracts to be as multinational as some of the larger corporations, such as the UK's Wood Group.
His continuous focus is on maintaining the firm's high profits while reducing costs at the same time. He alleges that in order to realize this vision, the company hires core employees only when necessary. "Because we aren't providing a product, but service instead, we can optimise our services by lowering overhead. This is how we remain competitive in the industry," he explains.
ACHIEVING MILESTONES
With Mr. Sharma's bespoke approach and proven strategies, Petrocontracts International has risen to new heights. The company has demonstrated a long-standing track record of providing high-quality results through world-class practices and modern technology. It's no wonder that the company's clients greatly rely on its innovative and customized solutions, whether it be to eliminate financial and operating risks, remove bureaucracy within organizations, optimize costs, or hire the best talent.
Under his outstanding leadership, Petrocontracts International has recently completed three big projects. It is also serving several organizations throughout the region.
The company is currently active in GCC Countries, Asia, Europe and Africa. Since its inception, the leader claims that his company has made significant breakthroughs.
He gladly says, "Even as a startup, we have achieved a lot of milestones by getting orders from customers and have already delivered a few of those orders successfully." He adds, "That is a significant accomplishment for a young business like ours, as many contractors are approaching us for work."
Moreover, following the pandemic outbreak, he restructured Petrocontracts' business strategy to meet the demands of the industry during the lockdown, focusing on creating jobs as quickly as possible. Additionally, with his innovative ideas, he introduced new project management and claims management procedures, causing clients to file fresh COVID claims and maintain working capital, allowing their firms to stay afloat during difficult times.
GIVING BACK TO SOCIETY
Mr. Sharma is passionate about giving back to society. Specially abled individuals hold a special place in his heart, and he does everything in his power to help them. At the same time, the compassionate leader is an advocate of the green movement. He has chalked out Sustainable Development and Environmental policies for Petrocontracts International to reduce the company's carbon footprint.
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Breaking: Mehwish Hayat & Kubra Khan To Star In "London Ni Jaunga"
Entertainment Pakistan > News > Movie News > Breaking: Mehwish Hayat & Kubra Khan To Star In "London Ni Jaunga"
Humayun Saeed is easily one of the top actors in Pakistan right now with an impeccable boxoffice record. At the same time, Nadeem Baig has 100% boxoffice track record and currently he is the top film director in Pakistan. We didn't see any film of Nadeem Baig release this year but both of them are coming back next year after a gap of two years. The combo of Humayun Saeed and Nadeem Baig is easily the biggest one in Pakistan as among top 5 all time grossing films in Pakistan, three films belong to Humayun Saeed and Nadeem Baig.
An Actor Who Rejected Humayun Saeed's Meray Pass Tum Ho Character!
Whenever the director-actor duo have collaborated, the results have been mind blowing, aas their films have shatter all possible box office records. Their last outing Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 went on to collect over PKR 500 million in Pakistan and is currently the only film to have breached PKR 500 million benchmark at Pakistani box office.
Now, Nadeem Baig and Humayun Saeed are going to be back next year with "London Nahi Jaunga". The project is written by Khalil Qamar who previously wrote Punjab Nahi Jaungi for Nadeem Baig and Humayun Saeed. We have some very interesting news regarding the film. Looks like the director is bringing together the cast of the film. We bring to you exclusive updates on the cast.
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As per Epk's credible sources, the casting of the film is almost complete and the film will star Humayun Saeed in lead whereas the female leading ladies will be Mehwish Hayat and Kubra Khan. Well, this is a stellar cast and every actor has a massive following. With such cast on board and under the direction of Nadeem Baig alongwith a script of Khalil Qamar, the box office returns will be sky high for this film!
Humayun Saeed with Kubra Khan and Mehwish Hayat
This will be third pairing of Humayun Saeed with Mehwish Hayat after Jawani Phir Nahi Ani (2015) and Punjab Nahi Jaungi (2017). Whereas it will be second time that Kubra Khan will be seen with Humayun Saeed after Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 (2018).
We will be revealing further details about the project in coming days but going by the boxoffice track record of the all the people involved with "London Nahi Jaunga", this one will be one of the biggest films of 2020 and will definitely run riots at the box office.
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The Exciting Teaser Of Mere Paas Tum Ho's Last Episode Is Out!
Exclusive: Humayun Saeed Reveals Story Behind Meray Pass Tum Ho's Script | Entertainment Pakistan November 1, 2019
[…] while he worked on the scripting of his upcoming films, the Pyarey Afzal director, producer, writer trio came together to create Meray Pass Tum Ho. The […]
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[…] by Khalil ur Rehman Qamar, and the film is in pre-production phase at the moment. As per sources Mehwish Hayat and Kubra Khan are being locked in for female […]


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Schimel hires lab consultant as criticism over delays mounts
By TODD RICHMONDJuly 19, 2018 GMT
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel has quietly hired a consultant to identify ways to speed up evidence testing at Wisconsin's crime labs, as criticism mounts over delays.
Florida International University's National Forensic Science Technology Center signed a $42,870 contract with the state Department of Justice in June to review operations at all three state crime labs with a goal of identifying inefficiencies and long-term staffing needs.
The center is expected to produce a report in September. DOJ offiicals plan to use it as they craft their requests for the 2019-2021 state budget.
Testing delays have dogged the labs for years as police submit more evidence in hopes of developing suspect DNA profiles and other leads. A DOJ report The Associated Press obtained through an open records request shows turnaround times for the testing of DNA, guns, tool marks and drug compositions have grown dramatically since Schimel took office in January 2015.
Schimel's opponent in November, Democrat Josh Kaul, has accused the attorney general of mismanaging the labs and leaving criminals on the street. Kaul campaign spokeswoman Gillian Drummond pointed to the case of Frank Schiller, who killed a man in a drunken interstate crash in 2017 while the crime lab was analyzing his blood in connection with a previous drunken driving arrest.
"I'm glad to see that, in an election year, Brad Schimel has finally found the motivation to take action, but we need an Attorney General who is consistently committed to ensuring that justice isn't delayed for victims," Kaul said.
DOJ officials maintain that a string of court decisions allowed Schiller to remain free on bail before the fatal crash. Crime lab leaders insist that they've seen a deluge of submissions in sexual assault and drug cases and they've been grappling with analyst turnover. The FBI also imposed tougher standards on DNA testing last year, which they say further slowed testing.
According to the DOJ's most recent annual crime lab report, from 2015 through 2017:
—The average turnaround time for DNA testing jumped from 43 days to 76 days. DNA submissions increased about 29 percent.
—The average turnaround time for gun testing increased from 113 days to 171 days even though submissions dropped by 20, from 728 in 2015 to 708 in 2017.
—Turnaround time for tool mark analysis grew from 277 days to 511 days, even though tool mark submissions decreased from 34 in 2015 to 18 in 2017.
—Turnaround time for drug testing nearly doubled, from 42 days to 80 days. Submissions increased by about 12 percent over the three years.
Crime Lab Bureau Director Nicole Roehm said the number of DNA analysts has hovered around 65 all three years. The delays in that unit have resulted from a 45 percent increase in submissions in sexual assault cases between 2016 and 2017, she said.
Police are submitting more DNA evidence in sexual assault cases because they're realizing the need to determine whether known offenders are linked to other assaults, Roehm said. Sexual assaults are the most complex cases that analysts face because they often must parse DNA from two different people and examine large items like comforters or blankets, which slows down analysis, she said.
What's more, the FBI in January expanded the number of genetic markers that analysts must identify to develop a DNA profile from 13 to 20, which further slowed testing, she said.
Two of the labs' four firearms/tool mark analysts resigned in 2015, Roehm said. The DOJ has since hired three additional analysts, although one of them is still in training. As for the drug unit, one analyst retired, one transferred and one was promoted. The unit also encountered more drug mixtures, which take longer to analyze, she said.
Roehm stressed that the labs prioritize high-profile cases. She also pointed out that Schimel last August created five additional lab positions to catalog crime scenes and write reports as well as six more positions to help DNA analysts determine whether DNA exists on evidence submissions.
Kaul also has criticized Schimel for moving too slowly to get thousands of unanalyzed sexual assault kits sitting on police and hospital shelves analyzed. The kits have gone untested for various reasons. For example, prosecutors may have decided not to pursue charges or victims may have decided not to cooperate with the investigation. Schimel has outsourced those kits to private labs.
"Brad has reallocated and added resources to the crime lab during his term, added ... positions at the lab and even initiated the review that is currently being undertaken," Schimel campaign manager Matthew Dobler said. "Kaul lacks facts, has no real plans for the job and no idea how to manage or lead the Department of Justice."
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Q: Unexpected memory consumption when removing and adding elements in a Python set I am working on a problem that requires heavy usage of add and remove operations over a set. The total size of the set remains constant (i.e. the same number of elements that have been removed are replaced later). However, I observed that memory consumption is increased over time.
This is a simplification of the code that produces the issue:
import psutil, os

def mem():
    return psutil.Process(os.getpid()).memory_info().rss / 1024 ** 2

print("START:", mem())
s = set()
for i in range(2000000):
    s.add((i, i))
print(f"FILLED WITH 'add()' ({len(s)} items):", mem())
for i in range(2000000):
    s.remove((i, i))
print(f"REMOVED ({len(s)} items):", mem())
for i in range(2000000):
    s.add((i, i - 1))
print(f"FILLED WITH 'add()' ({len(s)} items):", mem())

In my machine (Ubuntu 20.04, Python 3.8.5) this code produces the following output:
START: 11.76953125
FILLED WITH 'add()' (2000000 items): 261.9609375
REMOVED (0 items): 76.61328125
FILLED WITH 'add()' (2000000 items): 323.88671875

If I replace the set s with a new fresh set I obtain these values:
import psutil, os

def mem():
    return psutil.Process(os.getpid()).memory_info().rss / 1024 ** 2

print("START:", mem())
s = set()
for i in range(2000000):
    s.add((i, i))
print(f"FILLED WITH 'add()' ({len(s)} items):", mem())
for i in range(2000000):
    s.remove((i, i))
print(f"REMOVED ({len(s)} items):", mem())
s = set()
print(f"NEW SET:", mem())
for i in range(2000000):
    s.add((i, i - 1))
print(f"FILLED WITH 'add()' ({len(s)} items):", mem())

START: 11.7265625
FILLED WITH 'add()' (2000000 items): 261.91015625
REMOVED (0 items): 76.56640625
NEW SET: 12.5625
FILLED WITH 'add()' (2000000 items): 354.44921875

I am a bit confused about these memory increases.
Thank you for your help!


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The United Arab Emirates (Arabic: دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة Dawlat al-ʾImārāt al-ʿArabiyyah al-Muttaḥidah), sometimes simply called the Emirates or the UAE, is a country located in the southeast end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf, bordering Oman to the east and Arabia to the south, as well as sharing sea borders with Qatar, Iran and British India.
The UAE is a federation of seven emirates (equivalent to principalities). Each emirate is governed by a hereditary emir who jointly form the Federal Supreme Council which is the highest legislative and executive body in the country. One of the emirs is selected as the President of the United Arab Emirates. The constituent emirates are Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm al-Quwain. The capital is Abu Dhabi, which is one of the two centers of commercial and cultural activities, together with Dubai. Islam is the official religion of the UAE, and Arabic is the official language.
Since 1962, when Abu Dhabi became the first of the emirates to begin exporting oil, the country's society and economy have been transformed. The late Sheikh Zayed, ruler of Abu Dhabi and the first president of the UAE, oversaw the development of the Emirates and steered oil revenues into healthcare, education and infrastructure. Today, Emirates oil reserves are ranked as the seventh-largest in the world, along with world's seventeenth largest natural gas reserves has contributed towards making the UAE one of the most-developed economies in Western Asia with the world's seventh-highest GDP per capita. Its most populous city of Dubai has emerged as a global city and a business gateway for the Middle East and Africa.
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