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Q: How to display where the new middle is in recursive binary search so my assignment is to implement the recursive binary search to find a target value in an integer array. I have all the code down, but I'm having trouble with this part: In each recursive call, output the mid-value you are checking against your target value. If the mid-value does not match the target, indicate if the next round will examine the top or the bottom half of the search array.
Here is my code:
public class anArray {

    private long[] a; // reference to array a in anArray()
    private int nElems; // number of elements

    public anArray(int max) // constructor
    {
        a = new long[max]; // creates new array
        nElems = 0;
    }

    public int size() // this will return the size of the array,
    {                                  // or number of elements
        return nElems;
    }

    public int find(long search) // constructor to find search
    {
        return recFind(search, 0, nElems - 1);
    }

    private int recFind(long search, int lowerBound, int upperBound) {
        int mid = (lowerBound + upperBound) / 2;
        if (search == a[mid]) {
            return mid;  // value found at anArray[mid]
        } else if (lowerBound > upperBound) {
            return nElems; // can't find it
        } else // divide range
        {
            if (a[mid] < search) // it's in the upper half
            {
                return recFind(search, mid + 1, upperBound);
            } else // it's in the lower half
            {
                return recFind(search, lowerBound, mid - 1);
            }
        }
    }

    public void insert(long v) // put element into array
    {
        int j;
        for (j = 0; j < nElems; j++) // find where it goes
        {
            if (a[j] > v) // linear search
            {
                break;
            }
        }

        for (int k = nElems; k > j; k--) // move bigger ones up
        {
            a[k] = a[k - 1];
        }
        a[j] = v;      // insert it
        nElems++;     // increment size
    }

    public void display() // displays array elements
    {
        for (int j = 0; j < nElems; j++) // for each element,
        {
            System.out.println(a[j] + " ");     // display it.
        }
        System.out.println(" ");
    }
}

And my demo:
public class BinarySearchDemo {

    public static void main(String[] args) {
        int maxSize = 21;   // array size
        anArray arr;        // reference to array
        arr = new anArray(maxSize);  // create the array

        arr.insert(45);   // insert elements
        arr.insert(78);
        arr.insert(98);
        arr.insert(12);
        arr.insert(56);
        arr.insert(45);
        arr.insert(12);
        arr.insert(78);
        arr.insert(63);
        arr.insert(45);
        arr.insert(78);
        arr.insert(45);
        arr.insert(77);
        arr.insert(12);
        arr.insert(80);
        arr.insert(82);
        arr.insert(78);
        arr.insert(54);
        arr.insert(65);
        arr.insert(80);
        arr.insert(50);

        arr.display();  // displays array

        int search = 82;  // search for item
        if (arr.find(search) != arr.size()) {
            System.out.println("Found " + search);
        } else {
            System.out.println("Can't find " + search);
        }
    }
}

Thanks for all the help.

A: If I understand you, then you need to change this
private int recFind(long search, int lowerBound, int upperBound) {
  int mid = (lowerBound + upperBound) / 2;
  if (search == a[mid])
    return mid;  // value found at anArray[mid]
  else if (lowerBound > upperBound)
    return nElems; // can't find it
  else  {
    if (a[mid] < search) // it's in the upper half
      return recFind(search, mid+1, upperBound);
    else      // it's in the lower half
      return recFind(search, lowerBound, mid-1);
  }
}

By adding braces, and printing what your comments already say. That is something like
private int recFind(long search, int lowerBound, int upperBound) {
  int mid = (lowerBound + upperBound) / 2;
  if (search == a[mid]) {
    System.out.printf("%d found at pos = %d%n", search, mid);
    return mid;  // value found at anArray[mid]
  } else if (lowerBound > upperBound) {
    System.out.printf("%d NOT found return = %d%n", search, nElems);
    return nElems; // can't find it
  } else {
    if (a[mid] < search) { // it's in the upper half
      System.out.printf("%d search, recurse upper half from position%d%n",
          search, mid);
      return recFind(search, mid+1, upperBound);
    } else {               // it's in the lower half
      System.out.printf("%d search, recurse lower half from position%d%n",
          search, mid);
      return recFind(search, lowerBound, mid-1);
    }
  }
}

A: You should put your check for if (lowerBound > upperBound) as the first check in your function, otherwise you might end up in an infinite loop.
This part:

output the mid-value you are checking against your target value

Can be done as simple as the following print statement after you calculate mid:
System.out.println("Checking mid=" + a[mid] + " against target=" + search);

Now for this part:

If the mid-value does not match the target, indicate if the next round will examine the top or the bottom half of the search array.

Again, as soon as you determine if a[mid] is smaller or larger than search, you print it.
if (a[mid] < search) {
    System.out.println("examining upper half");
}

Similarly:
if (a[mid] > search) {
    System.out.println("examining bottom half");
}

Also, use {} for your if/else statements to make sure everything is in the correct scope.
Applying these changes to your code:
private int recFind(long search, int lowerBound, int upperBound) {
    if (lowerBound > upperBound) {
        return nElems; // can't find it
    }

    int mid = (lowerBound + upperBound) / 2;

    // print mid and target
    System.out.println("Checking mid= " + a[mid] + " against target=" + search");

    if (search == a[mid]) {
        return mid;  // value found at anArray[mid]
    }
    else             // divide range
    {
        if (a[mid] < search) { // it's in the upper half
            System.out.println("examining upper half");
            return recFind(search, mid+1, upperBound);
        }

        else  {               // it's in the lower half
            System.out.println("examining bottom half");
            return recFind(search, lowerBound, mid-1);
        }
    }
}


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Roger Hanin, właściwie Roger Paul Jacob Lévy (ur. 20 października 1925 w Algierze, zm. 11 lutego 2015 Paryżu) – francuski aktor i reżyser filmowy.

Życiorys
Urodził się w Algierze w rodzinie żydowskiej. Był szwagrem prezydenta Francji François Mitterranda.

W latach 60. współpracował z nim przy filmach szpiegowskich Claude Chabrol. W 1985 na Międzynarodowym Festiwalu Filmowym w Moskwie otrzymał nagrodę specjalną za film kryminalny Train d'Enfer, którego był reżyserem i zagrał rolę komisarza Couturiera. W sierpniu 2000 odebrał w Algierii Narodowy Order Zasługi.

Był żonaty z Lisette Barucq. 4 sierpnia 1959 ożenił się z Christine Gouze-Rénal.

Filmografia
 1957: Ten, który musi umrzeć (Celui qui doit mourir) jako Pannagotaros
 1958: Kot (La chatte) jako Pierre
 1960: Do utraty tchu (Breathless) jako Cal Zombach
 1960: Rocco i jego bracia (Rocco e i suoi fratelli) jako Morini
 1961: Le Miracle des loups jako Karol Zuchwały
 1966: The Brides of Fu Manchu jak Pierre Grimaldi
 1972: Mściciele (The Revengers) jako Quiberon
 1982: Nędznicy (Les Misérables) jako barman
 1992: Le Grand Pardon 2 jako Raymond Bettoun

Przypisy

Linki zewnętrzne

Francuscy aktorzy filmowi
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Urodzeni w 1925
Zmarli w 2015
Ludzie urodzeni w Algierze
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Last year while on a Celebrity Alaska cruise, I visited the future cruise desk to see if there were any itineraries that we might be interested in booking. Having traveled extensively in the past, it has been challenging finding a cruise to places we haven't already been to. It seems like most cruise line itineraries go to the same places. When I saw a cruise that started in Abu Dhabi that went through the Suez Canal and ended in Rome, it really piqued my interest. Especially since it stopped in Aqaba, Jordan, where we could visit Petra. Petra has been on my bucket list, ever since I saw it in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade movie in 1989. With the cruise being 15 days and 10 of them sea days, including the two in the Suez Canal, we decided that we would also spend 4 days in Abu Dhabi at the beginning of the cruise and 4 days in Italy following the cruise. I am so glad we did, it made for an outstanding vacation.
Getting to Abu Dhabi from south Florida requires flying overnight. It was quite a challenge to find flights that arrived in Abu Dhabi at a decent time and with adequate layover times. Unfortunately, there were no direct flights, so we had to fly to Atlanta, then to Amsterdam and finally to Abu Dhabi. We had 17.5 hours of flying time and 4 hours of layover. We left the house at 10:00 AM on Tuesday and arrived in Abu Dhabi at 8:00 PM on Wednesday. We were glad we arrived at night, so we didn't have to force ourselves to stay awake.
We booked all of our transfers and tours in Abu Dhabi through a large local tour company called EA Tours (www.eatours.ae). With our staying in Abu Dhabi for all four nights, it was much cheaper to use a local company. Knowing now how inexpensive and easy it is to get taxis in Abu Dhabi, I probably didn't need to use the company for the transfers from the airport or to the cruise terminal; but it was nice. Plus, EA's transfers were also quite reasonably priced, and we didn't have to find a large taxi for Carol's mobility scooter.
To make it easy to get to all the places we wanted to visit while in Abu Dhabi, I decided to book a hotel in the downtown area, the Crowne Plaza.
A couple of months before the cruise, I was able to upgrade our room to one of their executive rooms, which gave us access to their club room and free breakfasts. The upgrade cost us just $15 per day. The breakfast buffet alone was priced at $23 per person. Additionally, there were free water and sodas in the club room all day. From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, they provided hot and cold snacks that substituted for a light dinner for many. They also had free beer and alcohol available during that time. It was an outstanding deal for us.
The hotel is nicely appointed, clean and well taken care of. On the top floor, there is a nice pool and bar area.
The room was very comfortable, except that our room only had a queen size bed, rather than king size; which we are used to. King size beds are only available in their suites.
There are several restaurants in the hotel; but we only went to the Garden Restaurant for breakfast. The restaurant is at the bottom of the tall atrium.
As expected, there were many middle eastern dishes on the breakfast buffet. A most unusual one was an egg dish, shakshuka.
Across the street from the hotel was a nice small LuLu Express super market that had anything you would need, including ready-made hot and cold foods. Everything was reasonably priced since it is primarily used by locals.
We had tours booked for each day of our visit with EA Tours. After an enjoyable breakfast we went to the lobby to wait for our guide to arrive. Our guide, Shabeer, arrived a few minutes early. He was a pleasant fellow and quite knowledgeable about the area. He told us all about Abu Dhabi and the UAE.
Since Carol would need to use her scooter, we had to book a private tour just for the two of us; otherwise we couldn't have taken the scooter. The pricing was still reasonable for the two of us. We had a very comfortable Toyota Previa, which easily accommodated Carol's TravelScoot, without having to fold it up.
Our first destination was to visit the Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque (https://www.szgmc.gov.ae/en/). When we came into town from the airport the previous evening, we were most impressed with the highway system. It was wide with great lighting; and very clean with no graffiti anywhere. We were also surprised at the size of the tunnel going into the main part of the city. So, as we were leaving town, I had to take a photo of it.
There were so many beautiful buildings on the road to the mosque. Shabeer pointed out one in particular that is referred to as the pineapple. The covering of it does have a pineapple's appearance; but the most unique feature is that the individual sections open and close to shade the building's occupants from the sun.
As we approached the Grand Mosque, we could see the domes and minarets of the massive complex. The mosque was a project of the late President of the UAE, Sheik Zayed. The groundbreaking was in 1996. Sheik Zayed died in 2004, three years before the Mosque's completion. He wanted to establish a structure that would unite the cultural diversity of the Islamic world with the historical and modern values of architecture and art. He is buried on the grounds. Sheik Zayed was the person primarily responsible for forming the UAE in 1971 from seven separate emirates. The building complex of the Mosque is huge, covering 30 acres not including any landscaping or parking areas. It can accommodate more than 40,000 worshipers at one time, with 7,000 in the main prayer hall and the rest in the courtyard and two smaller prayer halls.
The exterior views of this magnificent building were mesmerizing. Carol makes fun of me for taking too many photos of the places we visit; but in this case, she was right. I just couldn't help myself, it was so beautiful.
There are strict dress codes that must be met to enter the mosque. For men it is primarily long pants and some restrictions on shirts; but short sleeves are fine. Women, on the other hand have to have long pants or a long skirt and long-sleeved shirts. They also have to have socks covering their ankles and a scarf covering their head. Carol complied with the requirements; but did not enjoy being totally covered up in the warm weather.
We enjoyed the building's beauty as we walked around to the other side where we would enter. Before we could enter, we had to take off our shoes and put them in the open racks.
Once inside the building, we could see that it was covered in marble and granite. The ceiling and floor designs were just gorgeous.
As we walked toward the main building, we could see into the main courtyard and along the colonnade of gold topped pillars.
Looking out on the main courtyard was just mind blowing. Too much beauty! It is a massive area that can hold over 30,000 people for prayer services.
We continued down the colonnade, taking in the beautiful inlaid decorations on the columns. There was so much attention to detail.
I loved the main courtyard's floor decorations.
As we entered the main building, we were again blown away by the beauty. This time, in addition to all the colorful inlaid decorations, there was a gorgeous chandelier. The chandelier and the others in the mosque were made with Swarovski crystals.
Shabeer pointed out a special clock on the wall, that provides the times of day that Muslims would be called to prayer.
We next entered the room with the largest hand-woven carpet in the world and the third largest chandelier in the world. The carpet is over 60,000 square feet and weighs 35 tons. The chandelier is 33 feet in diameter and 49 feet high. I wish a photo could show how beautiful the chandelier is in person. The thousands of twinkling crystals just don't show up in a photo.
The walls filled with decorations, coupled with the beautiful carpet is quite a sight.
We continued down the walkway appreciating all the eye candy. There was just so much to take in. I was so glad that people were restricted to just the designated areas, so that we could appreciate the beauty more. The paths had been set up nicely where you could view everything and take photos; but not take away from the views of the vastness of the building.
We came to another room that had a chandelier that looked like a twin of the largest one; but was a smaller version. We could look down through the rooms and see the large one in the center and the two smaller ones on either side in separate rooms.
As we left that room, we came to a room similar to the first room we visited with the lovely blue chandelier. I really liked the floor decorations.
When we left that room, we were heading back toward the entrance down another colonnade. The views were just amazing.
Shabeer pointed out the tall structures around the mosque that contained the lights that would illuminate the mosque at night. I had seen photos of the illuminated mosque and had already planned to return to see it later that night.
I continued to take photos of the grounds and lovely exterior all the way back to our car.
On the drive to our next destination, we continued to see beautiful buildings along the highway. One is particularly unusual in that it is the most leaning building in the world at an 18-degree angle. From the first view we saw of it, the angle didn't appear that extreme; but Shabeer, was taking us to where we could see it better.
The sun was behind the building; but it was obvious that this was a most unusual building.
We continued our drive seeing more buildings, when we came to a large gate that looked like an entrance to a royal palace. It was the Emirates Palace Hotel. Rather impressive.
We pulled into the grounds of the Emirates Palace Hotel, the most expensive one in Abu Dhabi. The grounds were most appropriate for a hotel of this stature.
We pulled into the underground parking lot and took an elevator back up to ground level, where we could enter the building. In the entrance was a room with paintings of the important sheiks of the UAE.
We then walked into the grand foyer area, which was indeed quite grand. It was a massive room with exquisite floors and. ceilings. What was surprising to me was that there were very few guests anywhere to be seen. It did make it easier to take photos; but it did seem strange.
We left the grand foyer and walked over to some of the shops and the conference room area. We didn't go downstairs to see the rooms themselves.
As we were leaving the hotel, we got a good view of the Ethiad Towers. There is a nice hotel in the towers, as well as a viewing area on the top floor that is supposed to provide a very nice view of the city below. Since we would be going up to the tallest building in the world in Dubai in a couple days, we passed on that experience.
We passed by the entrance to another royal palace; and could see Fairmont Marina Residences in the distance.
All during our visit in the UAE, we saw signs celebrating the Year of Zayed. 2018 is the 100-year anniversary of the sheik's birth. He is a much-loved person and appropriately so since he is responsible for doing so much for the country and the people.
Our next stop was at Heritage Village. The sign at the entrance shows the traditional Bedouin greeting method of rubbing noses.
The village shows about the culture of the Emirates people with demonstrations and museums. It is in a nice setting along the water.
One of the museums was small; but it did have interesting displays. I was fascinated by the very old Quran, which was broken into separate strips on each page.
There were also displays of old guns; but the sword and dagger displays were more interesting to me. They were like weapons used in the Arabian Nights tales.
They had old homes set up as they would have been in olden times.
There was just an awful lot of things to look at, even the shops had interesting items to purchase. I did control myself though since we didn't have any poundage to spare in our luggage.
We went down to the water's edge to see the antique boat displays. From there we could see the Abu Dhabi skyscrapers on the other side of the blue water.
In one section, it was set up like a Bedouin village. The contrast of the stone buildings against the skyscrapers, showed how life has changed in the UAE over the years.
After finishing with Heritage Village, we continued our tour. We drove to the marina area, where we saw more interesting and beautiful buildings, including a royal palace. Abu Dhabi does have a lot of royal palaces.
On the way to our next destination, we went into a tunnel with lovely decorated mosaic walls.
Shabeer stopped at a large market area, with sections for many different products. The one we were going to was the date market. There were so many individual shops selling dates. We went into one, where we got to try samples. They were quite delicious. Inside the shop, they had a display of dates stuffed and/or coated with various sweets or nuts to entice you to buy them.
Driving around Abu Dhabi is most enjoyable since there is so much to see, especially the statuary and corner decorations.
I got a kick out of the signage on some of the street lights that made a section of the pole look like a serpent, bamboo or a tree with a woodpecker on it.
I wanted to see the unique Alder Corporation headquarters building, which looks like a giant coin. On the way, we passed over the new Zayed Bridge; but the photos didn't show how the design makes it look like three waves.
When we got to the building I got out to take photos; but we weren't allowed to go into the grounds to get a better angle on it. It is a beautiful and most unique building. The side view was interesting also.
On the way back, I was able to get a photo of the Zayed Bridge. This photo shows the strange design; but I never could get a clear side view of the bridge.
After the tour, we were dropped off at the hotel. I walked across the street to see if the Lulu Express store had something for a light lunch. They had a huge selection of hot and cold items.
After lunch, I had decided to walk down to the Corniche, the area along the water. It was a few blocks away; but I did want to see what was there. On the way, I passed by the Capital Garden Park, with a huge decoration in front of it.
When I finally got to the Corniche road, I saw the signs that said no pedestrian crossing. I should have realized it since I had seen very few traffic lights on the road earlier in the day. So, I headed back, having gotten more exercise than I had planned with no reward at the end. We relaxed in our room for the rest of the day. At 6:00 PM, we headed to the club room to see if the food items would be adequate for the evening meal. Since we had a late lunch after the tour, we weren't very hungry. What they had, especially the beer, was quite adequate.
The view from the club room allowed us a different view of the city, especially a mosque next to the hotel.
I was very excited, since I would be heading back to the Grand Mosque soon to see it illuminated. Around 7:00 PM, I jumped in a taxi that was waiting outside of the hotel. The ride was about 15-20 minutes and only cost 40 Dirhams, or about $10 US. Very reasonable for that long of a ride. As we approached the mosque, it wasn't totally dark; but the blue illumination looked amazing.
The exterior was just breathtaking. It was a totally different experience from the daytime one. I will include some of my favorite photos below.
As we entered the mosque, I was blown away by the courtyard. So gorgeous!
Even the colonnades had a different appearance with the dark background.
When I entered the main building with the many chandeliers, the blue hue entering the open areas gave it a different look also.
I am duplicating many of the photos I included from our earlier visit, since it is almost like visiting a different mosque. Since there is no glare from the bright sun, the wall and floor decorations show up better and are more vivid. Plus, since most people that visit Abu Dhabi don't visit the mosque at night, I want to show them what they missed.
As I was leaving to catch a cab back to the hotel, I looked back and saw the reflection of the colonnade in the reflecting pool. I was so glad I came back to experience this amazing mosque in the evening. If you visit Abu Dhabi, do yourself a favor and come back in the evening. You will be glad you did.
On the way back to the hotel, I saw the illuminated leaning building. We probably should have taken an evening illumination tour of all the Abu Dhabi buildings. It is an amazing place.


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Power of protest subject of ADP talk
Emma Lipka	March 3, 2017 Filed Under Academic Affairs and Provost American Democracy Project College of Arts and Sciences Dean of Students Politics and Government Student Affairs
Patrice McMahon
The American Democracy Project will host a talk by Patrice McMahon, who will speak about the power of protests and movement building at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 8, in Moulton Hall, room 215.
An assistant professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, McMahon will present "The Power of Partnerships: Transnational Organizations and Global Women's Empowerment." Her research focuses on human security, nongovernmental organizations, human rights, and U.S. foreign policy. She is the author of The NGO Game: Post-Conflict Peacebuilding in the Balkans and Beyond, and co-authored American Exceptionalism Reconsidered: U.S. Foreign Policy, Human Rights and World Order with David Forsythe.
Her research has appeared in various publications, including Foreign Affairs, Political Science Quarterly, Human Rights Quarterly, Democratization, and Ethnopolitics, and has been supported by the American Council for Learned Societies (ACLS), the U.S. Department of State, the National Research Council, the National Council for East European and Eurasian Research (NCEER), the Soros Foundation, and the Carnegie Corporation of New York.
She is currently working on two new projects on foundations and global women's empowerment and transnational actors, water security, and peacebuilding.
Find additional information on the American Democracy Project or email AmericanDemocracy@IllinoisState.edu.
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Today we have had a fantastic time and we went to Lilleshall hall. In Lilleshall hall we looked at the mesmeric, radiant scene and sketched what we could see. We had some very talented artists even Geoff and Kim had a go. We saw some trees which were from Africa. We even saw the archery centre. We all had a fantastic time, there were some stunning flowers. When everybody finished sketching some children went on the mini bus to Edgmond hall and some people went walking. The children who were walking had gone to the church with Gareth and he told some information about the church. Gareth told all the children that the bricks had some scratches. The fingerprints where on the bricks because in the olden times there used be a fight and when the people where fighting they put marks on the bricks. The French people used to cut the finger and the middle finger because when the people used to shoot the arrow and the bow they could't because the French people cut there finger and the middle finger but the other people where teasing the French by putting there fingers up and saying " try to cut my finger. Go on I dare you''.
Today after free time we went into the woods and had a camp fire. We had to collect twigs for the fire. When Geoff got it started we had to sing some really weird songs kookaburra and we will rock you plus some new ones. Geoff sprayed water on us for the song I'm singing in the rain. It was the most awesome thing some of us had ever experienced.
Pond dipping: This afternoon after lunch we went on a long walk to reach the pond so that we could do some pond dipping. We all had a net per group and a little container. Then we looked for all different kinds of living creatures that lived in the pond. Everyone enjoyed the pond dipping we all would like to do it again, after we had found different creatures like tadpoles and we found lots of different sizes and colours of shells. But we didn't no what they were called so Geoff gave us a sheet with all the creatures on it and we had to choose a couple of creatures to find out the names of them. Every one found it really fun and we would love to come again.
Lighting fires By Zara and Mya.
Today we went down to the woods and collected twigs, dried up leaves and branches. When we had enough we drew a circle in the ground and placed what we had found inside. Once that was done the activity leader (Debby) gave us some matches and we began our fire. We had to keep throwing in more dry bits of nature to keep our fire going. We all really enjoyed this and had a great time.
At Edgmond Hall we have had loads of fun and lots of excitement today. We split up in three groups. One of the activities were climbing up muddy, mucky mountains and back down them (some people were very tired but eventually they reached the summit!) This mountain was called The Wrekin. It was very fun and we know that everybody enjoyed doing it even though it was hard work.
The kids weren't too impressed with the size of the swimming pool!


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In today's press conference, the Morrison government unveiled its new RentSeeker package, designed to get money into the hands of those who were eventually going to get all of it anyway – as late stage capitalism plays itself out in front of our disbelieving eyes on the grand stage that is the year 2020.
"Australians understand that we're all in this together", said ScoMo at the presser.
"Which is why, as of October 1st, we're going to make sure that the billions we're not investing in JobKeeper will go directly to people who bought their first homes at age 24 for the equivalent of three years' salary in 1975."
"Accidentally making one of the greatest investments in the history of the universe and then borrowing against that investment and exploiting tax loopholes that only serve the already-wealthy in order to domino their way into owning more properties than any millennial ever had in a game of Monopoly for Nintendo Switch."
Frank Creddyt, 66, of Brighton, has had to postpone adding more properties to his investment portfolio this year, after two of their tenants became unable to pay their rent since the global crisis decimated the tourism industry that formerly employed them.
Creddyt told our reporter that he was "looking forward to finally getting a good night's sleep" now that the government had finally decided to overtly aid and abet his rent-seeking behaviour, adding that "if we have to wait for the money to go through the poor people's accounts before it gets to us quiet Australians, the negatively geared foundations our country is built on could collapse beneath us".
His tenants, meanwhile, were understanding of the situation.
"It's only fair I guess aye," said Sam Ramsay, 29, of New Zealand.
"I should have been born in Australia", he added, "and ideally in the 1950s. Haha."
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Eyelash mites are parasites that live of people's eyelashes, eyebrows, face, and even hair follicles. They appear like worms, crawling around your lashes and face, feeding on your skin secretions and oils. Knowing this, it is important to know how to get rid of eyelash mites forever.
Irritated skin or area is more susceptible of the eyelash mites attack. Since the irritated skin is possible caused by makeup, those who commit prevent eyelash mites should stop wearing makeup for several weeks. In addition, there are several "first aids" for those who haven't been suffering enough of eyelash mites attack.
Tea tree possesses excellent parasites-killing properties. You can use pure tea tree oil. But it is important to note that pure tea tree oil is very poignant and irritating. Therefore, you have to dilute it first before using it. You can also prepare a mixture of 50 percent tea tree oil with walnut oil. Rub this tea tree mixture on your eyelashes every night for approximately seven weeks or until they are gone. Finally, you can use 5% tea tree oil daily cream to protect the skin area around the lids in order to prevent eyelash mites mating around the eyes.
How to get rid of eyelash mites using lavender oil? In a similar way you use tea tree oil, you can also use lavender oil to eradicate these parasites. Rub the lavender oil gently on your eyelids every night before going to sleep.
Using antibiotic ointments is another powerful way to eliminate eyelash mites. But you need to ensure the ointments are tested properly to avoid any allergic reactions. The best suggestion is to request recommendation from your trusted ophthalmologist.
In addition to apply those substances to eradicate eyelash mites on your face, two main prevention actions should be followed to prevent eyelashes from mating and re-infestation. First, clean your eyelids properly. Clean your eyes thoroughly and carefully will help to remove all dirt, dead cells, and oils that the mites feed on. Use tea tree shampoo, baby shampoo, or other special cleansers to keep the eyelids clean. Second, stop using makeup, especially mascara. Why do you want to have such long, curly and hot eyelashes while it makes you suffering? Mascara applications put you at the risk of eyelash mites attack. Stop using it for at least six weeks until the parasites disappear. Once you eradicated he eyelash mites begin to use mascara or eye makeup again, throw away the old makeup tools and get some new tools. Third, change your bedding. The eyelash mites and other parasites might come from your unhygienic stuff.
Eyelash mite disturbance is a serious problem. They are harmful, especially to your eyes. To avoid eyelash mites contaminate your face, keep your hygiene and clean your face regularly. Finally, the last point of how to get rid of eyelash mites forever is to do a periodic check to your face and body cleanliness.


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Dr Roy Beck-Barkai principal research interests are in the field of nanostrutured self assembled polymers and biopolymers, biophysics of supramolecular complexes, statistical mechanics and hydrodynamics of polymers, protein-protein and lipid-protein interactions.
Using a SAXS/WAXS setup allows Dr.Beck Barkai's team to directly probe the macromolecular forces and interactions with extended characteristics length-scales at hydrated condition.
He gave us the following feedback on his instrument and the GeniX after having used the system for one year.
"Implementation of SAXS/WAXS combo system, using two different detectors, and GeniX Low Divergence with scatterless collimation is a real success. The system has many big advantages including high flux rate and extreme ease of use" says Dr Roy Beck-Barkai.
View of a part of the motorized laboratory setup at Dr. Roy Beck-Barkai laboratory, Tel Aviv University, Israel. From left to right : GeniX beam delivery system, including the FOX3D 12-INF optic, the scatterless slit #1, vacuum tube.


Please bring all paperwork to the office as soon as possible (if you have not already), by May 1st so we may register your child and prepare for the fall. The office is open every school day and some non-school days from 7:30am-4pm.
Unfortunately, there are no formal tours available but when you come to register and/or pick up paperwork you can take a look around the building after checking in to the office.
Start date for Kindergarten is Tuesday, September 3rd at 8:45am. Here is the approved PPS school calendar for 2019-2020. Take time to review it as it is important to plan vacations around school days.
Please let us know if you have any questions or need any help with anything.
Emailing the teacher is a great idea, but in the long run, the office has to know. Emailing Sarah or Lynn is fine, but there are times we are out of the office and don't get your message in time. So….
The Duniway Childwatch number is the way to go because it is a message machine, so you can call any time before 9:15 am (the morning of the tardy or absence) at 503-916-3625. Any time a student is in the system as 'unexcused', the District auto-dialer will call your home. We need to have a reason for the absence (appointment, illness etc). If you are going on vacation, please be sure to let the office know as well as the classroom teacher.
Wash your hands for at least 30 seconds, and wash often! Wash after recess or gym, before eating, after using the restroom, blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.
Do not share food, drinks utensils, hats, combs, lip balm or other personal items.
Coughing – your student should stay home if the cough is deep, barking, congested or productive.
We are incredibly fortunate to have Adrienne Mahoney as our Student Health Assistant (SHA). Adrienne works M - F, from 10 AM - 3:00 PM. As we head into fall we are already beginning to see some viruses making their way around Duniway. Please remember that students must be symptom free for 24 hours prior to returning to school. While we recognize this can cause serious challenges with work and schedules, we thank you in advance for your cooperation.
If your child is going to be absent, for any reason, please call our attendance line, 24 hours/day, at 503-916-3625. The messages are checked by 9:30 AM every morning. For information about whether your child should stay home from school please visit the Duniway web-site.
We asking for a voluntary contribution of $45.00 for each student in lieu of shopping for school supplies. Teachers will use funds to purchase all needed materials that are critical to student learning in the classroom. Students will need to supply their won backpack and water bottle. If you are able to also send a box of tissue and disinfectant wipes, that would be greatly appreciated. Payments can be made by check (made out to Duniway School) or on-line by visiting www.schoolpay.com.
I hope everyone has been enjoying the warm, summer-like weather we have been having this week. As September winds down, and October approaches, our work here continues. At this point in the year, teachers are beginning to wrap up initial assessments on each student, especially in the areas of reading, writing, and math. This data helps teachers structure their lessons, scaffold and differentiate their instruction, and help each student work towards individual growth.
Beginning this year, across PPS, 3rd - 5th grade teachers will be utilizing a new assessment tool in math called the MAP Growth. The assessment will be given during three "windows" throughout the year and will help give staff a better picture of student progress throughout the year. As a part of this plan, our 3rd-5th grade teachers will also be participating in the piloting of the MAP assessment in literacy. Please note that these assessments are replacing different tools(s) that have been used in previous years and are not being added on-top of other tests.
I wanted to pass on a couple updates to our staffing. Diane Newton-Prior, our Library Assistant has accepted a new position at Glencoe Elementary. Diane tells me that she will greatly miss the students, staff, and families at Duniway, but looks forward to returning to Glencoe and reconnecting with the community. With Diane's departure, Media Specialist Heather Boyd's FTE has increased to near full-time. She will be assuming the full responsibilities for our library. All students will have two visits to the library during the week – one focusing on checking out books and the other focusing on media, research skills, and technology. We have almost completed assembling a great group of Educational Assistants. Sarah Lewis will be working with Kindergarten; a soon-to-be hired person will support 1st and 2nd grade; and Christy Suib and Karen Blecha will be supporting students in 3rd – 5th Grade. Finally, Sangyoon Oh will be supporting two students with special medical needs. In addition, she will be supporting students in 4th and 5th grade.
This past Tuesday, we had our first Lockdown drill of the year. A Lockdown is triggered in the event that there is an immediate and serious threat in the building or very near the school. As I have discussed before, our staff takes these drills, and the safety of all our students, incredibly seriously. We also provide the appropriate developmental "balance" when we practice and talk about lockdowns. We want our students and staff to be prepared, but we also want to ensure students that they are safe and cared for at school. If you have any questions about safety at Duniway please feel to connect with me. You should have received an email recently from PPS describing security upgrades (video/buzzer entry systems and PA speakers in hallways, gym, cafeteria for example) that will be occurring at all PPS Schools over the next year. I will keep you posted when I have information about when we might see these changes at Duniway.
On October 9th, from 6:30 - 7:30 PM the Duniway PTA and the Duniway School Climate team will be welcoming Drew Laurence and Sidney Morgan. Drew and Sidney both have extensive experience and knowledge in the areas of school climate, restorative practices, and social-emotional learning. Drew is a Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) who serves a number of schools in the Cleveland Cluster, including Duniway. Sidney provides Restorative Practices trainings throughout PPS and worked with the Duniway staff last spring. They both are incredible teachers and great resources. I hope you are able to attend and hear more about their work and the work going on at Duniway.


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Election watchdog Partylist Watch (PL Watch) today sounded the alarm bells on what it called an invasion of the partylist system…
Background Sambayanan. Abante Sentrong Alyansa ng mga Mamamayan para sa Bayan (SAMBAYANAN) partylist is formed by former CPP-NPA-NDF Cadres. Led by Ka Eric Celiz who is a notorious member of the NTF-LCAC is known for red tagging critics of government. The partylist's primary role is to have an "Insurgency-Free Philippines".
Background ALONA or the Alliance of Networks and Associations purports to be a party-list that fights for general poverty alleviation. Aside from their own social media releases showing members involved in feeding programs during election season, there is little public information available regarding any concrete platforms or advocacies. Dynasty Its incumbent representative Anna Villaraza Suarez […]
Background The LPGMA partylist promotes two main platforms: 1) advocating for safety in the production and distribution of LPG products 2) promoting safety in general whether in the workplace, school, family, or community relationships. More broadly, LPGMA represents the liquified petroleum gas and energy industry that seeks to increase sales of related products to consumers. […]
Background 1-PACMAN is a partylist that claims to broadly support the marginalized sector. Along its other platforms include sports development, education, and jobs creation. The group has gotten the endorsement of top personalities including Manny Pacquiao who is the party's namesake. The party has ran successfully in 2016 and 2019 both winning two seats. The […]
Background The Drivers United for Mass Progress Philippines and Equal Rights – Philippines Taxi Driver Association (Dumper PDTA) is a party-list that purports to represent public utility drivers and commuters. Its representative is incumbent representative Claudine Bautista, currently the Vice-Chairperson on the committee on transportation. In August of 2021, news surfaced that Representative Bautista celebrated […]
Background Frontliners ang Bida is a partylist that broadly aims to support and provide livelihood to frontliners during the pandemic. One of its officials and nominee Jayke Joson was a businessman and ex aide to Senator Manny Pacquiao. The two had a falling out over a failed deal involving a planned fight between Pacquiao and […]
Background Turismo is a partylist formed by Wanda Teo – brother of Senatorial candidate Raffy Tulfo and Secretary of Tourism from 2016 – 2018. The Tulfo family was subject to a Senate Blue Ribbon Committee probe in 2016 for conflict of interest in the procurement of government contracts. Ms. Teo, who was then secretary of tourism, secured […]
Background Mothers for Change is a new partylist formed by former PCOO assistant secretary and Duterte ally Mocha Uson. She is running as its first nominee, together with Michele Gumabao – a former beauty pageant and Ms. Globe contestant – as the second nominee. The group has been roundly criticized given that neither nominees are […]
Background Duterte Youth or Duty to Energize the Republic through the Enlightenment of the Youth was originally formed in 2016 in support of Rodrigo Duterte's presidential bid. Its founder Ronald Cardema was eventually appointed as chairman of the National Youth Commission. In 2019, Duterte Youth ran in the party-list election and won one seat. The […]
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Endlessly calling CQ during a contest or special call activation can give you a sore throat. Voice keyers were invented for this particular matter. A voice keyer is even built in in the IC-7300, so at first there is no need for an external device.
This voice keyer has 8 presets and can be used as a keyer for voice, CW or RTTY. The only drawback is that this keyer is only accessible when the voice keyer option is visible on the display. And at that time you can't see any other screen that might me more of an interest to you than the voice keyer buttons such as a largere scope, the audio in- and output and your meters (SWR, ALC, COMP and I). An external keyboard would be of great help.
Strange enough this external keyboard is not provided by Icom, you are forced to buy an aftermarket device, or… build it yourself. The schematics for this are made available by Icom in their manual on page 12-2.
A prerequisit for me was that I could still use the original mic when the keyboard was attached, and that when I don't use the original mic, I still have the same capabilities as if I'm using the original mic. So both schematics need to be combined.
Except for the resistors all I needed was bought on AliExpress. For the enclosure I choose for a aluminum box measuring 122(W) x 66.5(H) x 39.5(L)mm. Guitar enthousiast use these enclosures to make so call stomp boxes or effects units. Manufacturer Hammond brought an enclosure with these dimension to the market as model 125B/1590N1. If you search on AliExpress with these model numbers, you get some options to choose from.
You can choose whatever momentary switch you like for this project. I went for black plastic 12 mm momentary push-buttons.
Icom uses a 8-pin microphone connector. These GX16 connectors, sometimes also referred to as circular aviation socket plug, can be found in abundance on AliExpress. Search for GX16 8 male female because we want two male sockets and 2 female sockets. The male sockets are to be place on the enclosure, the female sockets are needed to build the cable to connect the external keyboard to the radio.
Finding a suitable cable that has sufficient inner strands, is not to thick and looks good was not so easy. Mini din 8 pin extension cables can be found easily, but they do often come in an ugly beige color. As we only need 6 inner strands, I figured out a mini din 6 pin cable would do the trick as well. I still had 1 meter of this cable in my stock as I once used it to build a data interface for my trusty Yaesu FT857-D.
We need one 470 Ohm, one 4,7k Ohm, one 2,2k Ohm and two 1,5k Ohm resistors. All 5% and 1/4 Watt.
When looking for audio jack sockets, look for those with a screw on the inside of the enclosure. Not only do they look better, I also have the impression the quality is a bit better.
On the top of the box 7 holes needed to be drilled. 4 on the top row, 3 on the bottom row. Each hole has to be 12mm.
On the left two 20mm holes are drilled for the GX16 connectors and on the front 2 7mm holes were made for the 3.5mm stereo jacks.
On the back, another 7mm hole was drilled for the 3.5mm jack that will be used to connect a foot-pedal for handsfree PTT operation.
Once all holes are drilled and all components are test fitted, you can start sanding the box and give it some layers of spray paint.
First make sure you solder long ends of wire to the GX16 connectors. It would be a real challenge to solder them when they are already mounted in the enclosure.
I opened the original Icom MH-219 to know what color code they use and tried to use the same as much as possible.
Now fix a connection cable with two female GX16-8 connectors, using a SP/2 extension cable and some clear tubing as stress relief. The color scheme of this cable is different from that of Icom, but as long as you connect each wire to the same pin on the opposite side of the cable, you're good to go.
In this picture, the original mic and the foot pedal are not connected. I'm using an in-ear Sennheiser and a 1€ condenser boom mic from AliExpress. Maybe not the "best" solution, but for the moment good enough.
I will put this keyer to the test during the March 2019 CQ WPX contest. Hope to meet you on the band!
You might have noticed it: I'm a big fan of Loftur's projects. I've already described his Automatic Magnetic Loop Tuner in detail and now I will show you what functionality I added to his Power and SWR Meter.
If know the exact forward coupling attenuation and the exact reversed coupling attenuation of the directional coupler you are using.
If you have access to a signal generator and want one power and SWR meter calibrated for multiple bands… this little change of code is made for you!
The easiest part of changing this code was to implement an extra menu so you could select the desired band for which you want to use the meter. All values are stored in memory and will overwrite the initial values as defined in Loftur's code. This way I had little to change in the calculation formulas coded by Loftur.
No changes were done to the "One Level Calibration" so it's still usable for (most) OM's without a signal generator.
New here is that you can enter both the higher and lower level for both Forward and Reverse power.
And save the adjusted calibration values.
Now, most important: the code.
Funny little project to train your morse code sending capabilities. Let's connect a morse key to a pc and turn it into a keyboard.
To do this, you'll need: a Teensy 3.2, a morse key, two jumper cables and 15 minutes of your time.
First you have to program the Teensy 3.2. To do this you need to download the source code from https://github.com/nomblr/morse/. It's a project of Nomblr, who posted it on imgur in 2017. It has been in my favorites for more than a year before I finally took the time to play with it.
if you can't download the code, just copy it from the browser and past it in Arduino.
Connect the Teensy to your PC via USB.
In Arduino you'll need the following "board settings". You can find these in the menu Tools (or "Hulpmiddelen" in Dutch).
and select the correct com-port for your Teensy 3.2.
Verify and upload the code to the Teensy.
Then connect crocodile clip of the black jumper wire to the ring of the morse key, and the red one to the tip.
When done, you can start keying and watch the letters appear on your screen.
People using a AZERTY keyboard have to switch their PC input settings to QWERTY. If you are using Windows you can do this by pressing "Shift + Alt" (do it again to switch back to AZERTY). This is probably because we choose for the "US English" keyboard layout, but all other keyboard layouts of the Teensy gave the same result.
*This blogpost may or may not have been written using this USB Morse Key Keyboard input method.
Because sometimes things get removed from gitHub, I made a copy of the code which you can find below.
There are about 10 working days between finishing the PCB design in Eagle and the reception of the finished product at my doorstep. I have always wondered how the Sontheimer bridge PCB and the A4988 PCB were manufactured.


Best Gift – The Bonsai Tree In any occasion, whether it is a birthday or a holiday, mothers day or fathers day, you should know that on of the best gifts for all these occasions will be a bonsai tree gift. Someone who was born with a green or without a green thumb would love to have a bonsai tree gift, for sure. If you know someone who loves taking care of plants whose birthday is just around the corner, you should think about giving him or her a bonsai tree gift. You will be able to know more about the whole bonsai tree gift procedure if you continue to read the article. You have to make sure that the first step you do is to look for a good bonsai tree. You have to know that there are two types of bonsai trees, the kind that live indoors and the kind that live outdoors. You need to know that each bonsai tree will have its own preferred season, some places have four seasons while some have two so be sure that the bonsai tree gift you choose will survive in the place where the recipient is living. After all that, you will not determine which bonsai tree species will be the best one to buy. There are many types of bonsai trees you can choose from, there will be maple, ficus, elm, juniper and Japanese maple. You have to make sure that you choose a bonsai tree that will be good for the recipient, there are some bonsai tree species that are just too hard to take care of. It is also a good thing because that will be the only way that the person receiving the bonsai tree will enjoy taking care of it. You will now be looking for the next important thing and that is the bonsai pot. There will be a lot of various styles, sizes, shapes and colors you can choose from in a bonsai pot.
You should try using the internet if you want to know a lot more about the issue that you are in, it will help you in a lot of ways. You need to spot the best bonsai tree for your special someone if you want the best reaction the receiver will have.
If you want the best bonsai tree gift, you should really consider following this guide so that you will be able to have fun with the whole bonsai tree gift search procedure without worrying about the choosing the wrong bonsai tree issue, you will be able to choose the best bonsai tree gift for your special someone. You will certainly win the prize for best gift ever if there was a contest.
Practical Tips to Consider Before Hiring a Plumbing Professional. Most people may not be aware that their go-to plumber may not be a plumbing contractor,though the person may work independently. A plumbing contractor usually has large plumbing projects that they are working on usually with the assistance of salaried or wage employees while a plumber is normally an individual who is technically trained to expertly handle plumbing problems themselves. Nobody wants to stay in a house that has leaking loos. The decision to contact your local plumber or plumbing contractor will normally be dependent upon the scope of the work to be handled. Making the wrong choice while selecting your plumbing professional might result in poor workmanship which you may dislike. Choosing the right plumbing professional when one is clueless may be not be an easy task. Read on and learn practical tactics or ways through which you will nearly always end up with the right professional for your particular project or plumbing problem. Google can be an amazing place to start your search,but be sure to check the credibility or rating of the various professionals or plumbing companies whose information you might might find there. Working with a trusted plumbing contractor might greatly help you as there is a high chance that the contractor knows several plumbing contractors who might satisfactorily meet all your plumbing needs.
Simply request the professional to show you their practising licence,which normally they will carry on their person. Asking for their practising licence confirms to you that basically,this person is technically trained and therefore most probably able to give the level of service quality you want.
Ask the company or the plumbing professional to walk you through guarantees or warranties, if any, relating to their service offering. Make some effort to understand the real implications of such warranties or guarantees. Confirm that the professional or contractor guarantees to redo less than perfect work within a specified time period without further charges ,and do not be satisfied with just the manufacturer's warranties committing to replace plumbing fixtures and parts but at your cost. Confirm with the professional that they have been properly registered with your area's Worker's Compensation Board (WCB) to protect you from future ligations relating to work related accidents on your project. Get several quotations from plumbers or plumbing contractors,3-4 detailed quotes are recommended. This article was meant to walk you through some of the basic things to check out when looking to employ a plumbing professional,and hopefully you will be able to hire a professional who will be a good fit for your plumbing needs.


Going ahead with the concept of Cultural Identity, I want to keep exploring its limitations and experiences.
I enjoyed working on this project and truly felt a change in my own attitude towards Culture while putting the pieces of the slideshow together.
And yet, within each culture, there's a different story to hear and enrich your mind with.
A word as simple as it holds tremendous amounts of knowledge and beauty and sometimes pain as well.
I want to hone in on a more concrete thesis but continue to investigate within the spectrum of Cultural Identity.
Everyone has a cultural identity.
Exploring it can give you a sense of belonging and a sense of self.
Culture has an immense impact on people and their shaping from childhood itself. It gives belief, hope and values to hold onto as children grow into teenagers and then adults as they map their way through life.
For my first potential story, I thought of focusing on the culture and experience of an acquaintance who has lived his life in India, Africa and finally pursued his education at Brandeis University. These transitions and his experiences in various living situations are enriched with culture and emotions. As he thrives at Brandeis, he is running for student council and part of BADASS, going forth to put across his perspectives on important and current issues. I would like to explore the plethora of reasons he has for making such choices and the events that brought him here eventually.
Continuing on the cultural theme, I am part of a Bollywood fusion dance club, resident at Brandeis, called Chak De! The group consists of girls and boys from various backgrounds, all of whom have come together to embrace the music and dance of a culture that could vary from theirs. Each of them has their own reasons for choosing to take the bold step to come out and audition for an alien art, and yet as they perform on stage they have their unique emotions. What may not have been their's as first, can be called their's now and has eventually come to be a part of them.
As a journalist, i am interested in pursuing stories of international students and their specific experiences as students at Brandeis. An international student myself, i feel each of us has unique experiences to reveal relating to cultural transition, interactions and lifestyle changes. There is a lot to learn from anybody's story especially to gain understanding and empathy, in a more general domain, to everybody's life choices. The best way to convey this much needed tolerance and empathy is through media and its many fronts. It'll enable us to reach the widest audience.
Campus was recently and for the first time struck with thunder due to the horrifying bomb scare. During the first week of orientation for the incoming freshmen, a number of schools and public structures in Waltham were threatened with bombings. At home, back in India, when i was first made aware of the emergency and lockdown taking place in campus along with the numerous security procedures, i was petrified for the students and personnel on campus and what their families must be going through. But despite the cascade of important situations and issues to be dealt with Brandeis provided the students on campus as well as off campus with a strong front, informing everybody continuously about the progress. The students, bonded together, worked to raise each other's spirits and provide support. As i returned to campus, i could sense the strength Brandeis as a whole, established during those trying hours. Everybody's favourite freshmen orientation event 'This Is Our House' truly took on its meaning with its posters of 'Love is Love' all over campus. Fear has a way of bonding people but Brandeis rose above with strength and unity.
Mumbai,India faced a trying time in its own way. The day i was flying out, a thunderstorm, enveloped the city and with incessant rain and heavy lightening the city was engulfed in chaos. Its trains stopped working while people remained stranded inside in the dark, the roads were flooding and the city came to a complete halt. Flights were cancelled and cars were submerged. But the city of Mumbai isn't a quitter, numerous people came out to help the firemen and policemen to rescue stranded people and animals.They banded together to provide clothing, food and shelter in their own houses to those stranded. Although smaller in its capacity, the Mumbai floods of 29th August mimicked the disastrous Hurricane Harvey, and yet there was the same message to take home from all these incidents. Looking out for each other and the world around us is the only way to recover and move forward and without this sentiment of being selfless, there is no future.


Arrival to Bishkek early in the morning, meeting with the Kyrgyz guide and driver, transfer to hotel for rest and buffet breakfast. A city tour of Bishkek. A visit to Central Ala Too Square, Oak Park, Museum. Also a visit to Osh market, it is the most popular bazaar among the local people. One can buy here anything he wants. It is so called Kyrgyz supermarket.
For dinner we will visit Dungan family.
After breakfast transfer to the southern shore of Issyk-Kul lake. On the way we will stop not far from Tokmok town (60 km) and have excursion to Burana Tower, a place on the Great Silk Road dated to 11th century.
On the way we will stop in Kyzyl-Tuu village. Here the local craftsman are producing the wooden parts of the yurts. We will see the process and the craftsman will describe us the process.
Upon arrival dinner and overnight in the yurt.
After breakfast in the yurt we will continue driving along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul lake and arrive to Karakol. On the way a visit to Jety-Oguz gorge. Upon arrival to Karakol dinner in the local family. Overnight in the hotel.
After breakfast a city tour of the city with visiting Russian Orthodox Church, Muslim Mosque in Dungan style.For the dinner we will visit Uighur family. Overnight in the hotel.
Breakfast. Today we will drive to the northern shore of Issyk-Kul lake, that is considered to be the second largest mountainous lake in the world on the altitude of 1607 meters above the sea level. We call the lake "the pearl" of Kyrgyzstan.
On the way we will visit the farm in Tepke village, here the farmers grow the Kyrgyz horses, cows, and may other domestic cattle. The farmer will make us excursion and present his farm to us.
We will have a lunch here in the farm on the bank of the mountainous river. Later transfer to the lake visit to Open Air Museum of Petroglihs – stone inscriptions.
For the dinner and overnight we will drive to the hotel that is situated on the shore of the lake with the private beach.
After breakfast transfer to the mountainous lake called Son-Kul, the lake is considered to be one of the highest lakes in the country, it is situated on the altitude of 3016 meters above the sea level and is a famous summer pasture for the local people, who come here every summer with their cattle and families and stay n the traditional nomadic housing called yurt.
In the afternoon a light walking to the lake.
In the evening the cook of the yurt camp will show us "Manty" show, Manty is a traditional central Asian dish, made of dough, meet and onions, those who wish can cook together the Manty.
Dinner and overnight in the yurt.
On the 25th of July after breakfast we will visit the National Horse Games Festival in Son-Kul lake. We will witness traditional games called Ulak-Tartysh, Kyz-Kuumai, Tyiyn-Enmei, Er-Enish, that will be accompanied by local folklore music and cooking demonstration. In the afternoon transfer to Kochkor.
Dinner and overnight in the family guesthouse.
After breakfast transfer to Bishkek. Upon arrival to Bishkek free time.
Farewell dinner in the local restaurant with Optional folklore music. Overnight in the hotel.
There are no difficulties on the route, but tourists should have an average level of fitness because sometimes they have long transfers 4-5 hours by mountain roads.
It is necessary to bring warm clothes, trekking boots, rain coat and etc. Weight of personal things is not limited.
The prices are in USD, Valid till the end of 2019.
During this tour you will have accommodation in hotels, yurt camps and family guesthouse.
In yurts in Tosor and Yurt camp – shared shower and toilet.
In Kochkor in the family – shared shower and toilet.
Each tourist should have medical insurance that should be organized him/herself in homecountry.
The price is given on the basis of 3 star's hotel accommodation in Bishkek. We can change it for hotels with higher level upon request for additional payment.
Please keep in mind that people in the countryside do not stick to time and can be late for 20-30 minutes. So it may not always be on time according to the itinerary, especially when local people cook and serve food or organize horses for riding.
People in Kyrgyzstan are very friendly and like to take pictures. But please do ask for permission if you take a picture of old people, mosques, churches, funerals etc or in countryside as people may be offended.


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Campaign reignites love of dairy
Farming News - Campaign reignites love of dairy
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11% more young parents are certain to buy dairy products according to research carried out after the second year of AHDB's campaign with Dairy UK.
The study also showed an 8% fall in the number of people cutting their dairy consumption now or in the future along with an 11% reduction in intentions to consume plant-based substitutes.
Targeting 20 to 35-year-old parents, the promotional activity used humour to share moments when dairy makes life better through the spoof organisation 'The Department of Dairy Related Scrumptious Affairs.'
Learn more about the Department of Dairy Related Scrumptious Affairs
Rebecca Miah, AHDB head of dairy marketing said: "We knew dairy was being overlooked as a category so it's fantastic to see that people are responding positively to the campaign and reigniting their love of dairy."
The campaign - which launched in 2017 - aims to remind people of their love of dairy focusing on taste, enjoyment and the moments that make life better.
Featuring videos on social media and on-demand TV, digital outdoor billboards throughout London and cinema advertising, the activity ran between March and May this year.
The adverts were seen by 23.8 million people on social media, 7.1 million on catch-up TV, 8.1 million in the cinema and 13.5 million on billboards.
Commenting on the results, Dr Judith Bryans, Dairy UK chief executive said: "We're thrilled that for the second year running the campaign has delivered such strong results. We've shown dairy is absolutely a relevant category to millennials, and how our products add taste and enjoyment to their daily lives."
Farmers have been promoting the campaign locally by ordering branded posters, banners, re-useable coffee cups and car stickers for use on-farm and at local events.


TBI is a contributing factor to an estimated one third of all injury-related deaths in the US. As awareness of this injury grows, more and more cases of TBI are finding their way into the courtroom in a variety of contexts. This program is your guide to identifying the legal tools available to help you best represent your client - let PBI help you establish your personal plan for litigating your TBI case.


Before you go ahead and call an HVAC contractor for a repair on your home HVAC system, you can do some simple troubleshooting to find and possibly fix the problem yourself. DIY maintenance is a great way to save some money on some basic common heater problems and common AC issues. With a little bit of know-how, roll up your sleeves and get to work.
Common furnace problems include thermostat, furnace control board, run capacitor and blower motor. Your troubleshooting should begin with the thermostat. Ensure it's on heat, its set point is above room temperature and it's set in the fan mode. In addition, check the circuit box to see if a breaker was tripped. These are some of the quick fixes. Once you've checked these issues, you can then inspect the window of the blower compartment on the furnace. There should be a flashing green light. If there is no light, there may be a problem with the thermostat, furnace control board, blower motor or run capacitor.
Testing and Replacing the Thermostat: To check the thermostat for proper operation, shut the power off to the furnace and set fan mode from auto to on. Disconnect the w and r terminals and twist the two wires together. Then, put the power back on. If the furnace does not come on, it's not a thermostat problem. However, if it does come on, this means the thermostat is bad and needs a replacement. Determining what type of thermostat is needed depends on what type of heating system you have, such as heat pump or electric baseboard. Be sure to check for the number of stages your HVAC system has. You can look inside the old thermostat for this information. If it's a two-stage furnace, there will be w1 and w2 terminals. To determine the source of power, look at the existing control. If there is a c terminal with a wire attached to it, you can use a battery powered unit or a system powered unit. For a mechanical thermostat, it's best to go with a battery-powered replacement. Manufacturers have the detailed installation instructions printed with the product. Just follow the instructions, and you're good to go.
Furnace Control Board: Troubleshooting and fixing a furnace control board issue is a bit more complex, and this may be when to call an HVAC contractor. It's really up to your confidence level and knowledge of furnace control boards. Most furnace control boards have built-in diagnostic indicators. Red lights flash to indicate a problem, and there is usually a chart on the furnace access panel that explains the meaning of the flashing codes. To find the required replacement part, check the furnace model and serial number. Universal controls may also be an option. Before you begin with the repair, make sure the furnace power is off, and be sure to mark all the wires and write down where the connections go. The furnace control board may in held in place with plastic clips or screws. Just remove either to get the old board out. When you attach the new board, make sure that all wires are connected and on the proper terminals.
Although there are different types of AC units, common AC issues include the air handler control board, thermostat, blower motor and run capacitor. Troubleshooting the control board and thermostat issues is just about the same as for furnaces.
Blower Motor Problems: If you suspect the blower motor has gone south, turn off the power and try to spin the blower by hand. Sometimes, it will not spin freely if it's not lubricated. Add a few drops of oil. If this doesn't fix the problem, the motor will need to be replaced. If the blower does spin freely, check the motor for heat. Let it cool down and check the wire connections for tightness. It may be a run capacitor problem. To remove the old blower motor, remove the nuts or bolts that secure the assembly system, and slide it out of its housing. Keep in mind that some older units have mounting brackets built into its motor. In this care, an exact replacement with an adapter kit will be needed. If you can't find an exact replacement, a universal motor may be an option. Just be sure to match motor diameter, drive, voltage, speeds, horsepower, mounting method, run capacitor and direction of rotation.
Run Capacitor Issues: Run capacitors store electrical charges and are used on compressors and fan motors in HVAC systems. Some visible signs that indicate a capacitor problem include a leaky oily substance or a bulging of the unit. You'll need a multi-meter to test the capacitor. Disconnect the wires from the run capacitor and place the multi-meter leads on the terminals. If the reading is more than 6 percent lower than the required rating, the part will need to be replaced. If you're uncertain about DIY maintenance and installtion, this is when to call an HVAC contractor.
At Ray & Son Heating & Air Conditioning in Nashville, GA, we are committed to providing you with fast service and excellent products. If you have an unexpected breakdown, you can rely on our 24/7 emergency service for a repair. We also carry and install energy efficient HVAC systems. Customers can take advantage of our Internet coupons for savings on new equipment and select repairs.


Point Judith Sunset. Photo Credit: Austin Recio.
Living in the Gulf of Maine area, climate change and sea level rise are bound to affect our lives. According to the EPA, we could see a 2-foot rise in global sea level by 2100. For almost 50 years Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) has worked to restore and protect the Gulf of Maine and surrounding waters, New England's largest public trust resource. Our work includes cleaning up our harbors, protecting ocean wildlife and critical ocean habitats like Cashes Ledge, and working to create a region-wide plan to help coastal communities adapt to rising sea levels caused by climate change.
It can be difficult to imagine the effect climate change will have on our coastlines. That's why CLF appreciates the work of the King Tides Project, a non-profit organization made up of local interest groups that strives to effectively explain to people just how climate change will impact our coasts and the people living there.
The next king tide is tomorrow, October 9th at 12:30pm—this is where you come in. The King Tides Project is hosting a Gulf of Maine King Tides Photo Contest! The organization wants local residents to visually document how the king tide—what may very well be "the new tidal norm" with sea level rise—is affecting Gulf of Maine coastal areas. So, CLF members and supporters, here is your chance to show us how you view the Gulf of Maine and why we should take action to reduce the effects of climate change! For more information, you can go to the Gulf of Maine King Tides website.


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package com.github.xbynet.crawler.selenium;

import java.io.IOException;
import java.util.ArrayList;
import java.util.HashMap;
import java.util.List;
import java.util.Map;

import org.openqa.selenium.By;
import org.openqa.selenium.WebDriver;
import org.openqa.selenium.WebElement;
import org.slf4j.Logger;
import org.slf4j.LoggerFactory;

import com.github.xbynet.crawler.Const;
import com.github.xbynet.crawler.Request;
import com.github.xbynet.crawler.Response;
import com.github.xbynet.crawler.Spider;
import com.github.xbynet.crawler.http.Downloader;

public class SeleniumDownloader implements Downloader {
	private static final Logger log = LoggerFactory
			.getLogger(SeleniumDownloader.class);
	private int sleepTime = 3000;// 3s
	private SeleniumAction action = null;
	private WebDriverPool webDriverPool;
	private Spider spider;

	public SeleniumDownloader(WebDriverPool webDriverPool) {
		this.webDriverPool = webDriverPool;
	}

	public SeleniumDownloader(int sleepTime, WebDriverPool pool) {
		this(sleepTime, pool, null);
	}

	public SeleniumDownloader(int sleepTime, WebDriverPool pool,
			SeleniumAction action) {
		this.sleepTime = sleepTime;
		this.action = action;
		this.webDriverPool = pool;
	}

	public void setOperator(SeleniumAction action) {
		this.action = action;
	}

	@Override
	public void download(Request request) {
		WebDriver webDriver;
		try {
			webDriver = webDriverPool.get();
		} catch (InterruptedException e) {
			log.warn("interrupted", e);
			return;
		}
		log.info("downloading page " + request.getUrl());
		Response resp = new Response();
		resp.setRequest(request);
		resp.setRespType(Const.ResponseType.TEXT);
		try {
			webDriver.get(request.getUrl());
			Thread.sleep(sleepTime);
		} catch (Exception e) {
			log.error("", e);
			webDriverPool.close(webDriver);
			return;
		}
		try {
			WebDriver.Options manage = webDriver.manage();
			manage.window().maximize();
			if (action != null) {
				action.execute(webDriver);
			}
			SeleniumAction reqAction = null;
			if (request.getExtras() != null
					&& request.getExtras().containsKey("action")) {
				reqAction = (SeleniumAction) request.getExtras().get("action");
			}
			if (reqAction != null) {
				reqAction.execute(webDriver);
			}

			WebElement webElement = webDriver.findElement(By.xpath("/html"));
			String content = webElement.getAttribute("outerHTML");

			resp.setRaw(content);
			Map<String, List<String>> headers = new HashMap<String, List<String>>();
			List<String> cookielist = new ArrayList<String>(1);
			cookielist.add(WindowUtil.getHttpCookieString(webDriver.manage()
					.getCookies()));
			headers.put("Set-Cookie", cookielist);
			resp.setHeaders(headers);

			getSpider().getProcessor().process(resp);
		} catch (Exception e) {
			log.error("", e);
		} finally {
			webDriverPool.returnToPool(webDriver);
		}
	}
	public Spider getSpider() {
		return spider;
	}

	public void setSpider(Spider spider) {
		this.spider = spider;
	}

	@Override
	public void close() throws IOException {
		webDriverPool.shutdown();
	}

	@Override
	public void init() {

	}
}

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US Secretary of State Kerry visits Berlin
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On 31 January Foreign Minister Steinmeier met his US counterpart John Kerry for talks in Berlin. In the evening the two ministers met again at the Munich Security Conference.
On 31 January Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier met his US counterpart John Kerry for talks in Berlin. In the evening the two ministers met again at the Munich Security Conference.
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Welcome at Berlin Tegel airport© Photothek.net
US Secretary of State Kerry travelled to the German capital on Friday for a brief visit. In the morning he was welcomed at Tegel airport by Foreign Minister Steinmeier. The two ministers first discussed current foreign policy challenges and bilateral issues in private. They then took part in a more public exchange of views and a joint press conference.
A friendship that has grown
Steinmeier, who broached the controversial subject of the National Security Agency's surveillance activities with his US counterpart, stressed that the German-American friendship rested on a "firm foundation". However, he went on to say, "This kind of debate and conflicting views must not be allowed to destroy a friendship that has grown."
US Secretary of State Kerry in Berlin (31 January 2014)© Photothek.net
Secretary of State Kerry underlined their joint efforts to tackle terrorist threats and emphasised that both countries were going through a process of close consultation and exchange. He added that they would continue to work on safeguarding the data protection interests of all citizens in the relevant bodies.
In the area of economic cooperation Kerry highlighted the work on a transatlantic free trade agreement between the EU and the United States as a central issue. He said that in the past the close economic relations between the United States and Germany had "meant more jobs, investment and growth" on both sides of the Atlantic.
Joining forces to tackle international crises
With regard to current crises and the start of the Munich Security Conference today (Friday, 31 January), Federal Foreign Minister Steinmeier spotlighted Kerry's strong commitment to working for a peaceful solution in the Middle East. Steinmeier not only expressed the hope that they would finally succeed in making a breakthrough, but also reiterated the promise of German support for the talks with the Israeli and Palestinian sides.
Joint press conference with Kerry (l.) and Steinmeier© Photothek.net
Steinmeier went on to say that a solution had to be found for "the great suffering in Syria, death, displacement and flight". He said that during the peace conference in Geneva, a "small step" to prepare a political solution to the civil war in Syria had been attempted. This step amounted to the parties, who have been at war for three years, "at least sitting down at a negotiating table". Germany is involved in the destruction of the residuals of Syrian chemical weapons, which are initially to be destroyed on an American ship.
The two ministers also discussed the future of the Iranian nuclear programme. Steinmeier summed up the situation: "An initial step has now been taken which encourages us to test whether Iran keeps its promises in the coming months. Then we can try and take another step."
Ukraine also an issue at the Munich Security Conference
Protests in Kyiv continue© dpa/picture alliance
Ukraine was also a discussion point in Berlin, as it will be in Munich. Kerry stressed United States President Obama's "full support" for the Ukrainian opposition. Representatives of the opposition and the government are expected to attend the Munich Security Conference. Steinmeier said that during the talks in Munich they intended to work with the other foreign ministers to do their part to ensure "that this country, Ukraine, has a free and democratic future". Kerry added that this was about "the freedom of choice for the people of Ukraine and their ability to be able to define their future".
After his meeting with US Secretary of State Kerry, Foreign Minister Steinmeier travelled on to Munich for the Security Conference. Secretary of State Kerry went to the Federal Chancellery at midday for talks with Chancellor Merkel before also travelling on to Munich.
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Glenbrooke North - convenient family neighborhood with excellent walk ability to all 3 levels of schools (NWSS, Herbert Spencer Elem. + Glenbrooke North Middle). Quiet street near McBridge Plaza, Canada Games Pool, Queens Park, bus + transit routes. Excellent VALUE! Build your dream home - or renovate: 3 yr old roof, double windows, hardwood floors! High bsmt with sep. entry~easy suite conversion. Needs TLC... priced to sell!! 52 x 116 lot= 6032 sq ft.