On the 12 th of June 1801, Agnew issued a proclamation, warning the inhabitants of Sivaganga of the dreadful consequences of resistance. Calculated to undermine the popular image of Maruthu Pandyan, to persuade his brother Vella Marudu to betray the rebel cause and to encourage rival claims to the throne of Sivaganga, he announced; "Whereas Chinna Marudoo ( Marudu), the Sherogar of Sivaganga, unmindful of his duty to the Company's Sirkar and their repeated and positive orders has not only assisted the rebels of Panjalamcourchy ( Panjalamkurichi) with men and ammunition, and given protection to the rebels of Veerapatchy ( Virupakshi) but levied war against the Company by attacking their forts, murdering their servants and subjects and plundering their territories.
It is known to the inhabitants of Sivaganga and to the whole world the complete protection and comfort they have enjoyed ever since they were placed under the Company's Government and the security and indulgence that has been extended to Chinna Murdoo as the servant of the Heiress notwithstanding his crimes prior to that period. It is also fully known to them that this rebel Chinna Murdoo was sent a few years past a slave in the family of their former Rajah Muthu Wadaganaud Tevar. Having obtained the confidence of the Rany on the death of the Rajah he has long exercised a severe and improper sway in the country, and now that the Heiress ( in what manner she died has not yet been ascertained) he has filled up the measure of his crimes by taking up arms with a view to usurp the rights of the lawful heir of Sivaganga.
The English Sirkar justly incensed at such flagrant conduct has sent Colonel Agnew with an army to punish the rebel Chinna Murdoo and the supporters of his rebellion but with instructions to protect those who adhere to the Company's Sircar and the interests of the lawful heir of Sivaganga whosoever that may be. The persons who consider themselves entitled thereto are therefore required to repair without delay to Colonel Agnew's camp where they will receive the fullest protection and they may rely on their claims being impartially investigated and the person who shall appear justly entitled to it shall be placed on the Puttom (throne) as soon as the rebels shall have suffered the punishment due to their crimes. Colonel Agnew considers it his duty to warn all those who may consider they have a claim to the Puttom of Sivaganga that such claims will be forfeited for ever if instead of repairing to his camp they join the Rebel Chinna Murdoo or his party. Colonel Agnew has been given to understand that Vella Murdoo, the brother of the rebel Chinna Murdoo, disapproves his brother's wicked conduct - Colonel Agnew though determined to punish the guilty, is anxious to save the innocent - humanity - therefore prompts him to offer Vella Murdoo and his family protection if he will repair to his camp from whence he will give his safe conduct to Madura there to remain in quiet. Having thus explained to the inhabitants of Sivaganga the motives of the English Sircar for sending an army into their country he now warns them of the dreadful consequence that must inevitable result from their attempting to oppose the Company's arms and the interests of the lawful heir to the Puttom by adhering to and fighting for the rebellious Chinna Murdoo, the usurper of his rights.
The awful example before them of the recent fate of the rebels of Panjalamcourchy (Panjalamkurichi) Veerapatchy (Virupakshi) and Dally (Delli) they cannot be ignorant of such will be the dreadful punishment of the inhabitants of Sivaganga if they too oppose the Company's troops and of all who fight aganist them Intimidation and concentration of military might on Sivaganga did not deter the insurgents from their firm resolve to continue the struggle. Elaborate preparations already carried into effect enabled Marudu Pandyan to co-ordinate the offensive operations. Large quantities of grain and fire- arms had already been deposited in the jungles of Ramamangalamkottai within four miles of Kalayarkoil. More stores had been established at Kalayarkoil, Kadalgudi and Kallarkudi. Even before March 1801 the rebels gathered the firearms, repaired them and completed preparations in their woods for the most obstinate war. Confident of meeting their needs of grain from their stores, they laid waste the entire country in their endeavour to harass the advancing forces and to deprive them of supplies.
In Ramnad the patriots scored more victories. The armed columns which arrived from Tirunelveli upon their discomfiture at Panjalamkurichi infested Palameri ( Palamaneri) and administered a severe blow to the British force stationed at this post. They followed up this victory by a siege of the fort of Tiruchuzhi, which surrendered on the 16th of July. After consolidating these gains, the rebels formed themselves into two columns for further assaults: one party headed by Melappan moved to the southern region of Ramnad while the other commanded by Puttur, marched to the northern border. Their co-ordinated operations resulted in the liberation of most of Ramnad from the British rule. The administration of the Company took refuge in the fort of Ramnad. The possession of this territory not only added to the strength of the rebels but gave them control of the entire coast. Afflicted by the famine conditions created by the British embargo on imports, more inhabitants appeared ready to join the struggle. The command of the coastal waters enabled them to obtain uninterrupted supplies of grain and war equipment brought in by the doneys from the port of Tondi. On the 16th of June 1801 the British administration received report of a rebel proclamation. Issued under the name of Marudu Pandyan, a copy of it was found on the wall of the large open gateway leading to the Nawab's palace in the fort of Tiruchirappalli. It was addressed to the people of South India, mentioned in it as the Peninsula of Jambu Dweepa. Another was found on the wall of the great Temple of Srirangam. It was addressed to all the inhabitants of India, referred in it as the Island of Jambu.
The selection of Tiruchirapplli and Srirangam as the venues of the proclamation was of significance under the prevalent circumstances. These two places, like Coimbatore, lay within the sphere of rebel influence. Tiruchirapalli was a centre of political activity, for it was the control of this strategic fort that enabled the English to turn the tide of their long struggle against Chanda Sahib and the French in their favour and to consolidate their power in the South, Srirangam as a Hindu spiritual centre, appeared as a suitable place for the issue of an appeal to all the people of the entire sub-continent. Addressed by the principal architect of the Peninsular Confederacy, it reflected the ideals of nationalism which moulded and promoted the awakening of the people against the alien regime. Announced in an hour of trial it represented an attempt not only to instil confidence in the people in their great struggle but to gain the co-operation of the entire population.
Unsurpassed by any similar declaration in the annals of India's freedom struggle, the Tiruchirapalli proclamation constitutes a remarkable document. It enshrines in itself a unique combination of ideals and data, as presented by a great patriot, hailing from the masses. An all-Indian concept inspired the proclamation, for it not only made a direct appeal to the entire country but expressed an anxiety that if the political malady persisted, the entire India would fall under alien rule. A high sense of nationalism guided the entire conception. It exhorted all religious and communal sections, whether they were peasants, sepoys, or civil servants to rally to the patriotic cause. However the details are more of South Indian interest as the rebels had no definite knowledge of the political developments in the North-East, and the English had not established their sway in the North. It indicted Mohammad Ali, Nawab of the Carnatic, for his folly in his dealings with the Company, the inhabitants for their indifference and the English for their duplicity and arrogance. The advocacy of the hereditary rights of the princes and national customs made in the proclamation, would appear ill- conceived in the light of modern concepts of liberalism, but it could not be denied that it seemed a necessity for securing popular support during a period when tradition swayed the imagination of the people. The English version of the two proclamations which are almost identical in their contents proceeds thus.
"Who ever sees this paper, Read it with Attention." "To the castes, nations, Brahmins, Kshetriyas, Vysyas. Sudras and Musselmen that are in the Island of Jamboo in the Peninsula of Jamboo Dweepa this notice is given. " His Highness the Nawab Mohammad Ali having foolishly given the Europeans place amongst you is become like a widow. The Europeans violating their faith have deceitfully made the kingdom their own and considering the inhabitants as dogs, accordingly exercise authority over them. There existing no unity and friendship amongst you the above castes, who, not being aware of the duplicity of these Europeans- have not only inconsiderately calumniated each other, but have absolutely surrendered the Kingdom to them. In these countries now governed by these low wretches, the inhabitants have become poor and the rice has become vellum ( water). And although they manifestly suffer, they are still without understanding to discern it. It is certain that the Man must die- although he may live a thousand years! And it is as certain that his fame will survive him as long as the Sun and Moon (Shine). Therefore it is devised and determined that in future each shall enjoy his hereditary Rights, namely to His Highness the Nawab Arcot Subah Vijaya Ramanah Tirumala Nayak the Carnatic, Tanjore the first place and to others their respective kingdoms all to be given to their rightful sovereigns without any violation of faith and national customs (The Europeans must) confine themselves to a dependent service on the Nawab from which they may expect to derive a real and uninterrupted happiness. As the authority of the Europeans will be destroyed, we shall enjoy as in the service of the Nawab, constant happiness without tears.
It is therefore recommended that every man in his place and palayam fly to arms and unite together in order to make even the name of the low wretches cease. Then all the poor and the needy will get subsistence. But should there be any who like dogs desirous of an easy life, obey the commands of these low wretches, such should be Karoo or cut off. As all know with what subtility these low wretches, always in unity with each other have subdued the country! Therefore you Brahmins, Kshetriyas Vysyas, Sudras and Musselmen, all who wear whiskers, whether civil or military, serving in the field or elsewhere, and you subedars, jamedars, havildars, nayaks and sepoys in the service of the low wretches and all capable of bearing arms, let them in the first place display their bravery as follows.
"Wherever you find any of the low wretches destroy them and continue to do so until they are extirpated. Whoever serves the low wretches will never enjoy eternal bliss after death, I know this. Consider and deliberate on it. And he who does not subscribe to this may his whiskers be like the hair of my secret parts and his food be tasteless and without nourishment and may his wife and children belong to another and be considered as the offspring of the low wretches to whom he had prostituted her. Therefore all but whose blood is not contaminated by Europeans will begin to unite. Whoever read this or hears of its contents let him make it as public as possible by writing it to his friends, who in like manner must publish it to theirs. Everyone who shall not write it and circulate it as before mentioned, let him be held as guilty of the enormous crime of having killed a black cow on the banks of the Ganga and suffer all the various punishments of hell The Musselmen who do not conform to this, let him be considered as having drunk the blood of a pig. Whoever takes this off the wall where it is pasted let him be held as guilty of the five greatest sins. Let everyone read and take a copy of this address. Thus MARUDU PANDYAN, the servant of the great Rajahs but the implacable Enemy of the European low wretches.
To all living at Srirangam the priests and great people, MARUDU PANDYAN, prostrates himself at their feet. The Sovereigns made and kept ports, mud bastions, churches and chapels, The above great Rajahs and People by the injustice of the low wretches are now reduced to poverty. So great a people as you are reduced to this State! Grant me your Blessing" MARUDUPANDYAN "Jambu Dweepa Proclamation of Mardu Pandiyan was the first document which proclaimed the integration of India and the unity of Religions. The proclamation was the claim call of a subdued race to rise against the tyranny of an external force. The Proclamation of Maruthu Pandiyan of 1801 was a prelude warning to the East India Company that the people of India would unite together immediately and rebel against the Company in future which became a reality by the first great upsurge of the people in 1857 which was termed as the First War of Independence in the History of the Freedom Struggle Movement in India. It is considered the first kind in the Histroy of India. It might appear strange that the rebels at times used unrefined language. But what is to be remembered is that they belonged to the ranks of the common people and that the words they used were in condemnation of the people who remained indifferent to the cause of Rebellion or turned traitors.
The five greatest sins are; the killing of a Brahmin, adultery with the wife of the master, drinking of liquor, theft of gold and finally connivance at doing any of these offences. While expiation can be had during the present life for ordinary sins, it cannot be had for the five greatest sins, for their effect will continue even after rebirth, according to Hindu belief. By brilliant daring and enterprise, the rebels expelled the enemy from extensive regions of Ramnad, Madurai, Kallarnadu and Thanjavur They organised their administration in the liberated territories, sought to consolidate their gains and to translate into practice their political ideals. Before long, however, they faced overwhelming opposition from the enemy. Determined to regain the initiative, the English rushed in powerful detachments from other provinces and pressed into action more troops of its allies. In the desperate struggle that followed ill-equipped crowds faced well armed forces. The patriots found the odds so unsurmountable that they could no longer sustain the forces of the liberty" "Agnew, who assumed the command of the operations against the extensive insurrection, formulated a forward strategy aimed at the defence of Madurai against the threat of rebel assault, retention of the control of key posts and an offensive in three directions- one from the south - east from Tirunelveli another from the north - west from Dindigul and the third from the north - east from Thanjavur to the rebel held territories. After the attainment of these objectives he decided on a thrust against the insurgent concentrations in the jungles of Kalayarkoil.
With the attainment of these immediate aims, Agnew embarked upon a difficult campaign through Ramnad. He occupied Palamaneri, from where he directed his course to the north. Experiencing considerable resistance, the detachment reached Tiruppuvanam situated east of Madurai. This successful march through the rebel controlled territory greatly relieved the rebel pressure on the city of Madurai. Agnew sent a body of troops led by Major James Graham, to reinforce the garrison at Madurai, but the patriots in great force fell upon the advancing party. A relief expedition, commanded by Major Sheppard, moved to the rescue of Graham, upon which the attacking parties withdrew to the jungles.
From Tiruppuvanam the British army turned to the south- east, contemplating upon a move to Ramnad. The odds involved in this operation were great, for the nature of the country appeared quite unfavourable and concentration of rebel power seemed considerable. On the 7th of June, Agnew moved to Tiruppachetty, from where he advanced to Manamadurai marching along the bank of river, Palamaneri, the enemy occupied Paramagudi on the 11th. The insurgents hovered around the British army throughout its march from Tiruppuvanam to Paramagudi. The terrain being favourable, they effectively utilised the advantage for harassing the enemy. On the 7th of June at Tiruppachetty, the rebels posted individually and in small parties kept up a distant but galling fire on a body of troops that was detached to cover the flank of the line. The scattered disposition of the rebel parties together with the nature of the ground prevented the Company's troops from returning the fire successfully.
Tormented greatly, Agnew sent regular infantry against the armed column, but the latter retreated with such rapidity as to defy pursuit. Deriving confidence in their tactics and benefited by the favourable nature of the country, the armed crowds again pressed vigorously on the rear- guard of the detachment. On reaching a convenient spot the cavalry, supported by a party of infantry and a field piece, moved against the insurgents But the rebels by a daring counter attack separated a body of troops from the principal detachment which could not regain the broken ground that it had originally occupied, and cut it to pieces. They followed up this success by disputing the ground that was found requisite for occupation by the piquets and in a series of engagements inflicted more losses upon the enemy.
On the succeeding day the extreme closeness of the jungles gave them more opportunities but they preserved a respectable distance, firing only a few random shots. After reaching Manamadurai, the detachment resumed its tedious march on the 10 th. Now strong parties of rebels. equipped with fire- arms lined themselves behind high banks, water courses and jungles on the opposite bank of river Palamaneri. Major Sheppard led a body of troops against the attacking crowds while the flanking parties reached the opposite bank of the river. However the rebels appeared so unusually numerous that the detachment was compelled to withdraw. The retreat was effected in good order but the rear- guard, returning too soon and neglecting to occupy a strategic position in a village neraby, was closely engaged. The enemy lost many of its troops, they were shot or piked to death. Emboldened, the rebels made a gallant dash across the river and vigorously attacked the forces with pikes. In a grim contest that ensued both the sides suffered heavy casualty. Constantly harassed, the detachments of Agnew by forced marches reached the village of Gangaikondan on the 12 th of June. Two days later the enemy reached to the protection of the heavy batteries on the ramparts of Ramnad.
On the 22nd June Agnew encamped at Kumudi, a strong and compact stone fort, and strengthened its garrison. Advancing through Palamaneri the expedition reached Madurai on the 9 th of July. The rebels, engaged in conflicts with the detachment of Innes marching from Dindigul in the meantime, found it beyond their means to attempt to check the progress of this expedition from Ramnad. Agnew spent the succeeding weeks at Madurai, dispersing the rebel concentrations and consolidating his position. Subsequently, he led his army to Tirupatore and took it by storm on the 24 th of July. Here he waited for making a junction with the forces of Innes before beginning the more arduous campaign in the jungles of Kalayarkoil" .
The patriots strove hard to check the British expedition from the north west to Madurai Reaching Nattam on the 13 th of June, Innes received reinforcement from Pudukkottai "On the 4 th July the forces moved towards Manapacheri situated eight miles away from Piranmalai. Innes decided to attack Piranmalai, a stone fort of considerable extent and elevation. embracing the declivity of a rocky projection and well manned by the rebels" 114 but Agnew cautioned him against any rash adventure, as the probability of success. In his judgment did not strongly overbalance the risk of defeat. The assailants reconnoitered the rebel stronghold but judging their strength quite inadequate, did not take a chance. On the 6 th the insurgents began a heavy fire on the British positions. Two days later the columns led by Vella Marudu and Chinna Marudu, attacked the British forces, pressed vigorously on their lines and drove them off.
The Board communicated to the Collector the order of Government directing the appointment as Zemindar of one Permattoor Woria Tevar collaterally descended from the progenitor of Shesavarana Tevar, the first Zemindar appointed by the Nawab Sadatulla Khan, declaring Vengam Peria Woria Tevar, also a collateral descendant to have forfeited his claim to the Zamindari for having joined Vella Murdu and Chinna Murdu, the usurpers of Sivaganga in their rebellious campaign against Government. A proclamation announcing the appointment and calling upon the people of Sivaganga to obey the Government order is enclosed.


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Q: Is q-Lipschitz continuity necessary condition for fixed point iteration.? Is q-Lipschitz continuity necessary condition for fixed point iteration?
Meaning does it have to be so that $d(f(x),f(y))\leq qd(x,y)$ where $0\leq{q}<1$.

A: No. Consider $f(x)=x$. It is not a contraction, but for any $x_0$, the sequence of iterates $x_{n+1}=f(x_n)$ converges  to the fixed point $x_0$. However uniqueness is lost in this example.

A: It's necessary in the sense that if you omit that condition, or just weaken it to $0\le q\le 1$ then the theorem no longer holds.
I's not necessary in the sense that there are certainly examples not satisfying the condition where the iterates converge to a fixed point. An example with a unique fixed point: Define $f:[-1/2,1/2]\to[-1/2,1/2]$ by $f(x)=x^2\sin(cx)$. Iterates converge to a fixed point, but if $c$ is large enough there exist points where $|f'(x)|>1$, hence it's not $q$-Lipschitz for any $q\le 1$.

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Boston celebrates Red Sox championship with duck boat parade
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Celebratory Red Sox fans and an armada of duck boats are covering the streets of Boston on Wednesday in what has become a nearly annual tradition for the city.
The Red Sox won the World Series on Sunday night over the Los Angeles Dodgers, marking the team's fourth title in the last 15 years and the city's 11th pro-sports title since 2001.
At this point, the Boston championship parade is hardly a rare sight.
To celebrate, Red Sox players, coaches, officials and their families are riding in and atop duck boats, the amphibious vehicles that often ferry tourists around the city.
The parade route began at Lansdowne Street and travels through Boylston Street past Boston Common, then ends near City Hall.
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The parade features all the team's stars, including outfielder Mookie Betts.
Retired greats, including beloved slugger David "Big Papi" Ortiz, raised the championship trophy, too.
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, for one, is pumped.
"Boston has certainly set a new tone around celebrations," Walsh said. "We are a city of champions, so let's celebrate like champions."

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Mansour inaugurated the building of the symbol of science and development
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He noted that "Argentina today is taking a big step, investing in science and technology, and we see the investments that are made within the framework of a federation, today is a holiday."
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chief executive officer Tweet embed He stressed that this work will be an example along with Tweet embed It will be replicated in the next five years in other countries in the region to strengthen campuses and build human capital and competitiveness. pic.twitter.com/SCs3K5Pwt3
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In turn, CAF CEO, Sergio Diaz Granados, confirmed that the work will be a "model" that they will replicate together in the next five years in other countries in the region to strengthen university campuses and train human capital. and competitiveness.
"How good it is to be here knowing that we have put a grain of sand to promote research and innovation at the service of Argentina and Latin America and the Caribbean in general on strategic issues such as climate change, productivity and development", handle.
Along the same lines, the CAF President stated: "I want to highlight the contribution that Argentina has made to CAF in the past 15 years by becoming a full member, and advantages like these in UBA with which we have been able to materialize for the benefit of the population and in sectors such as water and transportation and energy."
Also present was the Governor of the Province of Buenos Aires, Axel KiselovHe said he was "very excited". "This started in Cristina's government and is now ending in Alberto's," he said.
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"I know this building and we have seen a lot of models. It was a beautiful but very expensive project. We asked CAF for help and today we see that it is more beautiful and inspiring than we expected. This building will be a symbol of science and development."
Today, President Alberto Fernandez, President of the African Development Bank – CAF for Latin America, is scheduled to have a working lunch with Sergio Diaz Granados.
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Hezret Berdiev wins for Russia at the S.Pellegrino Young Chef 2016.
Hezret Berdiev has been named the Best Young Chef in the Russia, Baltics & CIS semi-final of S.Pellegrino Young Chef 2016 in Moscow.
Hezret Berdiev, sous-chef of Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace, St Petersburg, competed against nine other local semi-finalists to take the title with his winning signature dish, simply named: Summer in Siberia.
The local jury of famous chefs: Vladimir Mukhin, who will also perform in the role of mentor in Milan, Tõnis Sigur, Sergey Shiporov, Liutauras Chepratskas and Uilliam Lamberti were unanimous in their decision on the winner.
Berdiev will now represent the resgion in the S.Pellegrino Young Chef 2016 Grand Finale, which will be held in Milan this October.


We are the oldest Jews in the Diaspora and the only Jews to settle in a new homeland voluntary. We are Italian Jews whose roots began at the time of the Macabbees and regardless of persecution and expulsion, and at great personal cost, we have maintained our traditions. How? We are called "b'nei anusim," and we are the ancestors of those forced into Christian conversion at the time of the Inquisition but we clung to our traditions by practicing in secret. And now, finally, after 500 years, we "hidden" Jews are coming home.
In the south of Italy, the "foot" of the Italian "boot," where we Jews have practiced in secrete for centuries, we now have dedicated of our first synagogue. And thanks to the generosity of a renowned Torah collector, we received our a beautiful antique Sefer Torah ten years ago.
the island of Sicily, in the town of Nuoro on the island of Sardinia and in an area between the towns of Bari and Matera in the Italian region of Apulia.
Lay leaders are in place and this summer I plan to travel to each chavurah to make a community presentation, lead a service and teach basic Judaism to Italians who are eager to discover and embrace their Jewish roots.
This is where you come in. We are searching for three Torah scrolls, one for each of these emerging communities. Sadly throughout the United States and Canada there are synagogues that are closing. Other synagogues are pooling resources and merging together. When this happens, often there are Torah scrolls that are stored away or no longer in use. If you are aware of Torah scrolls in need of a new home, please let me know. Our tiny congregations will dedicate the Torah scroll in your honor and most important your donation will give an emerging congregation the gift of unity and purpose – something only a Torah scroll can do.
you in advance for thinking of us here in Italy and considering our request.


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Recent results prepare Jackets for Devil-ish challenge
Alison Lavery on February 19, 2016 in Sports
Photo by John Nakano
To say the least, this season has been a study in contrast.
While Brian Gregory and the Tech men's basketball team struggle to find a modicum of consistency, dropping close game after close game, their counterparts are having few such issues. Fresh off a 29-point win over Clemson, last Sunday's victory was the sixth game this season in which the Jackets (15-11, 5-8 ACC) have held their opponents to under 50 points on the scoreboard. Meanwhile, they have been held under that mark only once, an anomalous 54-42 slugfest against perennial favorite Notre Dame.
Tech's success should not merely be marked up to a dominant defense. That is a small part of a far more valuable equation. It is the result of a coherent team, one that could pose a real challenge to a slumping Duke Blue Devils (17-10, 6-7 ACC) team.
The win over Clemson was a microcosm of Tech's team strategy on the court. Aaliyah Whiteside led the Jackets in points scored, netting 13 of Tech's 77 points against the Tigers. However, Whiteside was not the only leader in the swarm on Sunday. Zaire O'Neil and her 12 points played a pivotal role.
The Jackets came out swinging against a conference rival, scoring 41 points in the first half. Antonia Perresson matched O'Neil's twelve points and two other Jackets ended the game with double digit point tallies.
Head Coach MaChelle Joseph told ramblinwreck.com, "I don't think we've had a game this year where we've had five players in double figures. I thought the younger kids are starting to get better."
As the Jackets improve on the court, Tech fans can look forward to future seasons of even more success. It seems, though, that the faithful will not have to wait that long. Tech prepares to meet perennial powerhouse Duke at the venerable Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham this
Sunday at 2 p.m.
Last year the Tech women made history, beating the Devils for the first time in more than two decades. Though the team will no doubt miss the leadership of Kaela Davis, a then-sophomore who has since transferred to South Carolina, the team's current iteration has the potential to edge the Blue Devils once again.
Currently holding the seventh slot, Duke ranks two slots above the Jackets in ACC women's basketball standings. While both teams have seen flashes of promises over the course of the season, neither has been able to win conference games with frequency.
Injuries have somewhat overshadowed Duke's growth throughout this season, as many Blue Devils have been forced to demonstrate their versatility on a daily basis. Whether due to injuries or other factors, the team has had a difficult time starting games strong as a result.
Duke's Sports Information Department reports that the Blue Devils have only tallied 51 points during the first halves of their last three games, excluding Virginia Tech. The Jackets have had no such issue; should they race out to a significant lead early, as Miami did against the Devils, they will be well-positioned to weather a comeback attempt. With consistent scorers throughout both halves, the Jackets will force a hobbled Duke team to play uncharacteristically well early on.
Both teams have had to integrate a large number of freshmen into their lineups this season. The balance of returning and developing skill seems well matched between the two.
Ultimately, winning the contest will come down to timely stops and well-executed play in difficult situations, two particularly significant factors.
With holes in their lineup due to injuries, Duke may have more difficulty combating Tech's united front on the court. The Jackets have proven that they have quality players outside of centerpiece and team leader Aaliyah Whiteside.
Tech has managed to develop an effective system in which the entire team works together to maximize point earning opportunities, even if those opportunities have yet to materialize tangibly in this season.
In the game against Clemson, Serbian Katarina Vuckovic posted eight rebounds, a typical performance for a Jackets team that prides itself on out-rebounding its opponents on a consistent basis. Ciana Cryor led Tech with six assists.
With another team effort like the one Tech brought against the Tigers last Sunday, the Jackets might just see another victory against Duke this weekend and perhaps even the start of a winning streak against a conference standard-bearer Blue Devils.


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Webinar: Supporting students and scholars at risk. Efforts and good practices of UNICA and CIVIS Universities.
CIVIS academics, researchers and administrative staff
Click here to register for the webinar
Unica Network and Sapienza Università di Roma, in collaboration with CIVIS, are organising a webinar to share UNICA and CIVIS Universities efforts and good practices when it comes to supporting students and scholars at risk.
On August 22, UNICA joined other international higher education associations in the appeal addressed to European Governments and EU Institutions, to take action for Afghanistan's scholars, researchers, and civil society actors, launched by Scholars at Risk (SAR).
According to the UNHCR, access to university education and research is a fundamental part of the protection and inclusion strategy of a refugee. How do universities react to this situation and how should they address the challenge?
Practical details
The webinar "Supporting students and scholars at risk: efforts and good practices of UNICA and CIVIS universities" will take place online on 15 December 2021, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CET. The detailed programme of the webinar is available here. For further information, contact Laura Brossico (laura.brossico@unica-network.eu).
Participation is free but registration is required.
In this webinar, Denise Roche, Advocacy Manager at SAR Europe, will give a keynote speech to inspire reflection and action on this issue. Denise Roche is currently leading the European Action for Academic Freedom project to expand, coordinate and support advocacy in Europe to promote academic freedom.
The Unica Network will be represented by Professor Luciano SASO, UNICA President, Member of the Steering Committee of CIVIS, and Deputy Rector of Sapienza Università di Roma. Representatives of CIVIS Universities will also be participating as speakers.
After the keynote speech of Denise Roche, representatives of UNICA members and of the CIVIS Alliance which adopted a welcoming policy for refugee and at-risk students and scholars will share good practices and experiences to inspire and motivate other colleagues and universities. This webinar aims to promote a vision in which everybody has the right to access university education and research.
Denise Roche, Advocacy Manager Scholars at Risk Europe
Delphine Dieudonné, Manager International Welcome Desk, Université libre de Bruxelles
Sena Galazzi, Associate, Programme Officer, UNESCO-TWAS
Martin Irwin, Named contact for forced migrants, University of Glasgow
Giuliana Scognamiglio, Full Professor, Sapienza Università di Roma
Florian Kohstall, Program Head Global Responsibility, Center for International Cooperation, Freie universität Berlin,
Joe Carthy, Full Professor, University College Dublin
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The Schooner Southwick is a homely, friendly pub just a short distance outside of Brighton and Hove. With picturesque views over Lady Bee Marina and decked out in simple dark wood, The Schooner has the charm and comfort of the sort of pub you'd find in costal villages of the West Country and Wales.
Popular amongst locals, and the many young families moving out of central Brighton, The Schooner Southwick is also surprisingly easy to get to by bus or train from the city, bringing that 'staycation' feeling even closer to home.
Family and dog friendly, it is the perfect way to punctuate a clear day touring our own beautiful coast. In winter months the comfort at The Schooner gets cranked up with cosy real fires, made all the more inviting by the marina views and home cooked food.
The Schooner Southwick is part of the Sussex Ale Trail and only stocks Sussex ales, maintained on rotation. It also boasts its own IPA 'Sea Legs', brewed to their spec by Franklin's Brewery in Ringmer. If you're not an ale drinker there is a good selection of wines and spirits also available.
Regular entertainment such as live music and quiz nights keep the traditional, social pub feel alive. Whilst frequent specials nights with a themed food offering make for some memorable dining. Keep an eye on their facebook page for event details.
Continuing that all-comfort feel, the menu at The Schooner Southwick is home made and fresh. Predominantly pub classics and modern favourites make up the menu, with weekday specials such as 2-4-1 burger nights, making The Schooner an affordable evening out for the whole family.
A lengthy and well considered children's menu full of all the kid-friendly classics, makes The Schooner an easy choice for families.
Sunday Roasts take pride of place at The Schooner Southwick, here there location for out of towners makes for a great way for the whole family to spend time together, especially if you're up for a walk before or after lunch.
Roasts come with all the trimmings which are each prepared with inventiveness and care, but it is the two-day gravy that brings the whole thing together.
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and child options are all also catered for. Booking is highly recommended for Sunday lunch.
Lovely pub overlooking small marina. Very good food, friendly team. Good for private parties.


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La temporada 2022-23 de Regional Preferente de La Rioja de fútbol comenzó en septiembre de 2022. Durante esta campaña es el sexto y último nivel de las Ligas de fútbol de España para los clubes de La Rioja, por debajo de la Tercera Federación.

Sistema de competición
Los 22 equipos inscritos disputarán, a partir del fin de semana del 18 septiembre, una primera fase con dos grupos de 11 equipos cada uno diseñados conforme al efecto cremallera (bajo la clasificación de la temporada pasada). En esta primera fase, en cada grupo, se jugará a doble vuelta y todos contra todos con disputa de 22 jornadas.

En la segunda fase, los cinco primeros clasificados de cada grupo conformarán el grupo de la Fase de Ascenso. Los 10 equipos se enfrentarán a doble vuelta con celebración de 10 jornadas (disputa de partidos contra los equipos del otro grupo, arrastrando de la primera fase todos los puntos, todos los goles y todos los resultados obtenidos). Los dos primeros clasificados obtendrán el premio del ascenso directo a Tercera Federación; mientras que el equipo mejor clasificado que no haya obtenido el ascenso se hará acreedor del derecho a disputar la eliminatoria previa de la Copa del Rey.

Por su parte, los clasificados entre el puesto 6º y 11º de cada grupo conformarán el grupo de la Fase de Permanencia. La temporada 2023-24, siempre que se inscriban 22 o más equipos, tendrá una categoría inferior a la Regional Preferente, que será la Primera Regional. En este grupo de Fase de Permanencia, la segunda fase será decisiva a efectos clasificatorios para determinar los equipos que conformarían esta nueva categoría.

Los 12 equipos que disputarán esta Fase de Permanencia se enfrentarán a doble vuelta con celebración de 12 jornadas (disputa de partidos contra los equipos del otro grupo, arrastrando de la primera fase todos los puntos, todos los goles y todos los resultados obtenidos).

Composición de grupos

Relevos
Los equipos ascendidos a Tercera Federación causan baja esta temporada en Regional Preferente, y son sustituidos por aquellos equipos que descencieron desde la Tercera RFEF.

Participantes

Información sobre los equipos participantes

Primera fase: Grupo 1

Clasificación

Tabla de resultados cruzados

Primera fase: Grupo 2

Clasificación

Tabla de resultados cruzados

Fase de ascenso

Equipos clasificados
 10 equipos

Clasificación

Tabla de resultados cruzados

Fase de permanencia
Equipos clasificados
 12 equipos

Clasificación

Tabla de resultados cruzados

Equipos ascendidos a Tercera Federación

Clasificado para la ronda previa de la Copa del Rey

Referencias

Véase también

 Regional Preferente La Rioja
 Tercera Federación 2022-23 (Grupo XVI)

Temporada 2022-23 de fútbol en España
Temporadas de Regional Preferente de La Rioja

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Opioids Epidemic Discussed at Adventist University Event
November 15 / News / No Comments / NAD • Loma Linda, California, USA • / James Ponder
An experts panel at Loma Linda tackles current issues and suggests a way forward.
One of United States most prominent health topics came into focus last month with a panel of Loma Linda University Health experts identifying issues surrounding the opioid addiction and abuse epidemic, setting the stage for a discussion of proper pain management by health professionals and addressing underlying matters in addiction.
Presenters and four panelists convened on Oct. 25 at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Loma Linda, California, for last month's Spotlight on Health Policy meeting, which was organized by the Institute for Health Policy and Leadership and co-sponsored by the Center for Christian Bioethics.
At the start of the meeting, director of the Institute Wonha Kim told the estimate 175 attendees — comprising staff, faculty, students, and administrators — that the problem with opioid pain relievers is that they induce feelings of euphoria in some users and often become addictive.
Kim said opioid addiction is associated with such negative consequences as job loss, homelessness, alienation from family and friends, transition to harder drugs such as heroin, and even death from overdose. She pointed out that opioid overdoses claim the lives of approximately 91 Americans per day.
"Let that sink in a little bit," she said. "Ninety-one Americans each day."
Kim reported that the total cost of the opioid epidemic — including expenditures for health care, lost productivity, addiction treatment and criminal justice — amounted to approximately $78.5 billion in 2015 alone.
Initiatives on Campus
Kim said there are currently four local Loma Linda University Health resources focused on the opioid epidemic:
The substance use recovery and wellness program at the Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center. The program offers a five-to-seven-day medically managed inpatient detoxification program, a four-to-six-week outpatient rehab program, and aftercare groups for patients who have completed rehab.
The program is headed by psychiatrist Katia Stoletniy. In a separate interview, Stoletniy said patients with chronic pain have a special track within the detox and rehabilitation program. The rehab program involves group classes to learn about the disease of addiction, new coping skills and relapse prevention, among other support strategies.
Panelists Report
Kim introduced four Loma Linda University Health providers — a dentist, a pharmacist and two physicians — to present their unique perspectives on the often-conflicting demands health care professionals must balance in order to provide the best care for their patients.
Panel moderator Gerald R. Winslow, director of the Center for Christian Bioethics at the LLU School of Religion, set a somber tone by announcing that the opioid epidemic has affected him personally.
"I lost an older sibling to an opioid addiction, so it's not a matter of an abstract subject to me," Winslow said. "I have also watched two friends go through this, and even though they're still in the community, they're not available for relationships much anymore. So, it's a personal matter to me."
In response to a question from Winslow about the geographic extent of the opioid crisis, panelist Justin Hata, chair of the department of physical medicine and rehab at Loma Linda University Health, pointed out that from a political and regulatory perspective, the pendulum has swung away.
"We have moved from the over-prescribing of opioid medications to the situation today where few healthcare workers want to write such prescriptions," he said. "I think that puts a lot of people at risk, and it's going to be very challenging how we move forward."
A Dentist's Take
Associate professor at the LLU School of Dentistry Greg Olson said a key way to take on the opioid epidemic is to have an organized method for making students aware of the complexities of the epidemic.
Olson said he attended a policy session three years ago for the American Dental Education Association in which he and his colleagues came up with ideas for the most appropriate ideas to employ against the opioid crisis. "Since then, I've been on a path to try and figure out what role dentistry plays in this," he said.
Olson added that the central points that emerged from the meeting were that dentists must monitor themselves and their colleagues for symptoms of addiction and that they must also be alert for patients who keep calling back for refills of specific pain medications, particularly if they are in high-risk groups.
Citing a tagline posted on the National Public Radio website, which says 'My dentist hooked me on opioids,' Olson added, "We do that a lot through the extraction of third molars. That's the classic one. We take out third molars, and we give a prescription for hydrocodone or OxyContin and we let them go. And those people happen to be teenagers from 16 to 20 to 25, high risk."
A Pharmacist's Contribution
After noting that pharmacists are often on the front line in the battle against opioid addiction, Winslow asked assistant professor at the LLU School of Pharmacy Emily Hollinghurst for her perspective on the opioid epidemic.
Hollinghurst's answer was carefully nuanced. She said the question of whether to prescribe the controversial painkillers is not easy to answer. She added that the education point when dealing with patients who are expected to have acute pain — as opposed to the long-term, chronic pain cancer patients often experience — is to ask them, "What pain score is tolerable to you?" She said it is important to give them the expectation that they may have pain after certain procedures.
"As a pharmacist on the oncology side, it is difficult because you have patients with tumors that are compressing on nerves, and other issues causing a lot of pain," Hollinghurst said. "But then you also have acute issues that are going to be treated with chemotherapy."
Winslow directed questions to the panelists for approximately 40 minutes before inviting members of the audience to join the discussion.
The room became quiet as one audience member shared his personal experience as a recovering opioid addict. He said he had received excellent and effective therapy, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis, at the LLU Behavioral Medicine Center.
Moments later, the audience broke into spontaneous applause when he reported that he has enjoyed two years of sobriety in the aftermath of his treatment.
James Ponder
Loma Linda University News • Loma Linda, California, USA
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People won't accept rehab until they hit rock bottom.
BUT......you can raise the bottom to where they will voluntarily accept help.
Make life extremely difficult for them to continue down their chosen path. Provide a path that is more attractive for them to choose.
It's different if the housing is built by evil, leftist NDPs instead of compassionate Liberals.
Well after reading comments on this forum I have to chime in. To those on their soap box speaking of compassion or greed of businesses. I happen to work at one of those businesses as do the other 25 people that work there. They have bills and families as most of us do. I am one of those who cleans up the discarded needles daily. Who at least a few times a month has received death threats and has had to go fisticuffs with a drugged out psycho's. Vehicles on our property are broken into regularly and our patrons are harassed and solicited almost daily. Garbage's are rummaged through and refuse is left scattered on our lot. Yes we lock the bins and yet they will use implements to bend the lid enough to get at their treasure. The owner took a business loan in the millions to try to make a go of running a business and employing a bunch of local people. This mortgage will be running for at least 10-20 years. Now move in the homeless. The property which is not yet owned will depreciate immediately, business will surely drop and patrons will seek a safer and more secure alternative. Compassion? I was approached a couple of weeks ago after picking up refuse with the owners young child who wanted to help (too cute of a preschooler) by a young homeless women distraught saying she lost something. After some prying I got it out of her that what she lost was a large bag of meth! We have patrons with young children daily! Such outstanding people! You Mr/Mrs compassion live in a bubble utopia where reality does not exist. Let's penalize new business owners and endanger some children or hard working citizens such as myself so that you can claim ownership of the moral high ground while taking zero of the risk or danger associated with doing so. Bravo. Truly a shining beacon to us all.
Extremely difficult...you mean like, living on the streets? Begging, committing petty crimes or selling their bodies to support their addiction? If that's not extremely difficult, then what is? Do you have something even worse in mind?
The life of recovery and becoming a good little capitalist with a job and a roof over your head is already more attractive. Those who are able to take that path, do so. The ones who are too broken to live that way, are the ones you see on the streets.
JayByrd wrote: Extremely difficult...you mean like, living on the streets? Begging, committing petty crimes or selling their bodies to support their addiction? If that's not extremely difficult, then what is? Do you have something even worse in mind?
Then raise the bottom even further at the same time offer them a way out. Show them the exit by getting just one to be brave enough to take the same path. That 1st success will tell 10 others of how much better their life could be if they take the same path.
The hard-core won't ever accept the path others that have never needed to take. They will never trust those of us that have not been in the same situation they are in currently.
They have given up on society and more importantly, given up on themselves. They didn't get there overnight and they won't get out overnight. To make their life easier will not help them to decide for themselves, to change.
alanjh595 wrote: The hard-core won't ever accept the path others that have never needed to take. They will never trust those of us that have not been in the same situation they are in currently.
I agree fully. But agencies that assist those at the bottom, aren't trying to cure them. They're just trying to reduce suffering and keep people alive. They do their best to connect people to resources if they want to use them, and they offer some hope to those who still seek it. But the worst of the worst is what you see on Leon every day. The ones who turn away from hope and second chances because they only know one way to live.
There was a well-known local homeless man who was able to get himself sorted, though I'm not certain if he had substance issues. He spoke at the opening of the New Gate Apartments.
I think the NIMBY attitude will always be a challenge to deal with. There are legitimate concerns about homeless populations moving into your peaceful and prosperous neighborhood.
That said, the research seems to show that a Housing First strategy does work.
Prestige Mike wrote: I think the NIMBY attitude will always be a challenge to deal with. There are legitimate concerns about homeless populations moving into your peaceful and prosperous neighborhood.
On these points we agree. I have to side with the NIMBYs.
They have paid for their home in the location that they chose because there was no such homeless populations there at the time. For reasons beyond their control that changed and had devalued their investment, safety and security. Sometimes without notice. THAT is not fair.
That may be true, but at what cost to others? Why should the needs of the homeless be made more important and at the cost of those that were struggling to pay for the roof over their own heads, most with children.
Many major cities have shelters in neighbourhoods which helps to support reduction in ghettos, give people a chance to live a more healthy life and benefit from higher social services that are based around middle and uppper income households. Most cities also have realized that this does not reduce their property values as many of these shelters have requirements for those staying there and also an increase in services and in surveillance from police.
What Kelowna is offering does NOT meet any of the aforementioned criteria.
Canada should take care of ALL citizens. Rather than build apartments to house the homeless, build it into our social system. Make sure everyone has a place to live, food and health care. No need to group them in as bad people. Lets take care of our own.
KelownaCrackinCrew wrote: If you can work, if you can walk, if you can talk there is no reason for you to be homeless, unless you have mental health issues. You do what it takes to keep a roof over your head, that is how I was raised, do what it takes by any means to keep a full belly and a roof over your head.
You're right, but remember that "what it took" when you were raised is a full time job. Now with housing prices in Kelowna and Vancouver, one full time job at even above minimum wage is often not enough.
So really, people now are expected often to do far more than you were raised to for a roof over their heads and food.
Lots of people who can't walk or talk still work. What the hell are you talking about?
The man who seems to be a spokesman for the homeless and calls himself Rickie Karaszi is the same Richard Karaszi who physically and mentally abused his senior mother for years. Made her give him money and eventually beat her up so bad she nearly died and was in hospital for quite some time. He has been homeless for 19 months because of decisions he made not because the system failed him.