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From Experiment to Enterprise: Scaling Data Science in an Open Organization
11:35 - 12:05 | Friday, May 24
There is plenty of excitement when it comes to the application of data science in business, but clarity on how that energy translates into execution is often another story. At Red Hat and in our organizational culture that "defaults to open," finding the optimal balance of collaboration, community, and governance is the recipe for gaining forward traction and finding success in driving adoption. From managing technology to leading culture change or finding the right mix of skill sets to considering risk and bias in production models, you will need an end-to-end plan and a team of advocates to help you make it reality. In this session, you will hear our story, struggles, and advice for establishing a truly enterprise data science capability.
Heidi Lanford
Vice President, Enterprise Analytics & Data, Red Hat
Heidi Lanford is the Vice President of Enterprise Data & Analytics at Red Hat. Her responsibilities include Red Hat's data, business intelligence, and analytics strategy and practice; sponsoring enterprise data governance; and growing Red Hat's data science community of excellence. Some key advances for Red Hat in her tenure include the implementation of the first enterprise data science platform for collaboration and a framework for certifying enterprise data. Joining Red Hat in 2017, Ms. Lanford brings expertise from an extensive consulting and agency background with PricewaterhouseCoopers and KnowledgeBase Marketing (a WPP firm), where previous clients included McDonald's, Harley-Davidson, The Limited, Sprint, United Airlines, and HP. Her experience also includes building and leading global business intelligence and analytics functions for technology companies, where collaboration between marketing, sales, strategy, product development, and channel functions was a key success factor. Ms. Lanford also founded the analytics consulting company, Go2Market Analytics, which served a number of technology and education companies. Ms. Lanford is a frequent speaker and guest lecturer, recently delivering the keynote session at the Global Women in Data Science (WiDS) conference and serving on a panel at the Department of Defense Analytics Symposium. She guest lectures at the University of Virginia, Elon University and the Kenan-Flagler School at UNC. She is a board member with the University of Virginia's Data Science Institute. Ms. Lanford holds a bachelor's degree in Mathematics with a minor in Statistics from the University of Virginia.


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"""
One-to-one relationships

To define a one-to-one relationship, use ``OneToOneField()``.

In this example, a ``Place`` optionally can be a ``Restaurant``.
"""
from django.db import models

class Place(models.Model):
    name = models.CharField(max_length=50)
    address = models.CharField(max_length=80)

    def __str__(self):
        return "%s the place" % self.name

class Restaurant(models.Model):
    place = models.OneToOneField(Place, models.CASCADE, primary_key=True)
    serves_hot_dogs = models.BooleanField(default=False)
    serves_pizza = models.BooleanField(default=False)

    def __str__(self):
        return "%s the restaurant" % self.place.name

class Bar(models.Model):
    place = models.OneToOneField(Place, models.CASCADE)
    serves_cocktails = models.BooleanField(default=True)

class UndergroundBar(models.Model):
    place = models.OneToOneField(Place, models.SET_NULL, null=True)
    serves_cocktails = models.BooleanField(default=True)

class Waiter(models.Model):
    restaurant = models.ForeignKey(Restaurant, models.CASCADE)
    name = models.CharField(max_length=50)

    def __str__(self):
        return "%s the waiter at %s" % (self.name, self.restaurant)

class Favorites(models.Model):
    name = models.CharField(max_length=50)
    restaurants = models.ManyToManyField(Restaurant)

class ManualPrimaryKey(models.Model):
    primary_key = models.CharField(max_length=10, primary_key=True)
    name = models.CharField(max_length=50)

class RelatedModel(models.Model):
    link = models.OneToOneField(ManualPrimaryKey, models.CASCADE)
    name = models.CharField(max_length=50)

class MultiModel(models.Model):
    link1 = models.OneToOneField(Place, models.CASCADE)
    link2 = models.OneToOneField(ManualPrimaryKey, models.CASCADE)
    name = models.CharField(max_length=50)

    def __str__(self):
        return "Multimodel %s" % self.name

class Target(models.Model):
    name = models.CharField(max_length=50, unique=True)

class Pointer(models.Model):
    other = models.OneToOneField(Target, models.CASCADE, primary_key=True)

class Pointer2(models.Model):
    other = models.OneToOneField(Target, models.CASCADE, related_name='second_pointer')

class HiddenPointer(models.Model):
    target = models.OneToOneField(Target, models.CASCADE, related_name='hidden+')

class ToFieldPointer(models.Model):
    target = models.OneToOneField(Target, models.CASCADE, to_field='name', primary_key=True)

# Test related objects visibility.
class SchoolManager(models.Manager):
    def get_queryset(self):
        return super().get_queryset().filter(is_public=True)

class School(models.Model):
    is_public = models.BooleanField(default=False)
    objects = SchoolManager()

class DirectorManager(models.Manager):
    def get_queryset(self):
        return super().get_queryset().filter(is_temp=False)

class Director(models.Model):
    is_temp = models.BooleanField(default=False)
    school = models.OneToOneField(School, models.CASCADE)
    objects = DirectorManager()

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Tired of trolls and slander, former Reddit exec launches Imzy, a positivity community
By Bruce Brown	 April 26, 2016
Former Reddit exec launches Imzy, a community for positive, healthy connections >dolgachov / 123RF Stock Photo
Online communities can grow stale, go sour, or get mean. The former #2 at Reddit, Dan McComas, was turned off by the harsh negativity he saw in some of its groups. After he was let go in 2015, he laid plans for a new community site that wouldn't be so mean. That website is Imzy. Imzy was designed as a positive, healthy community where people could engage with like-minded members about shared interests, according to a report on The Next Web.
Imzy was recently launched with over 400 groups in place, including groups for video games, music, and movies. Part of McComas' concept is for the groups to be places for fans to interact with content creators. Group moderators and members can also earn tips from other members for good information, or positive contributions to the group.
Imzy's clear intention is to promote healthy, positive interaction and avoid harassment and attacks. McComas saw Reddit grow increasingly negative, attracting more comment thugs as the site's reputation for harshness grew. Starting over with a new site, McComas is betting his time and effort that encouraging a positive attitude from the start, and being on the lookout for negativity and meanness, can keep Imzy on message. He's also betting the $3 million he raised to develop and launch the site.
Unlike Reddit, which is monetized by advertising, Imzy will not carry ads. The intended main source of funding is the tips program. Later on, McComas hopes that member donations and small cuts of site-based transactions will contribute to the revenue stream.
The site's color scheme and graphics may make you think at first you've gone to a children's website. As you scroll down the home page, however, the message of community comes through. There's even a dashboard when you can see running totals of members, posts, comments, and tips. As of this writing, there are 6,077 members and a total of $368.25 in tips.
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Spend any time at all with Caleb Young and it's obvious that he loves music and loves sharing it with others.
As the associate conductor of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic, he especially wants to attract new audiences and expose more people to the sounds created by a full orchestra.
That's why he's especially excited about two upcoming concerts featuring Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. While the movie plays in high definition, the Philharmonic will bring to life the score by John Williams. The performances will take place at the Embassy Theatre in Fort Wayne on April 10 and 11 at 7:30 p.m.
Young had planned to lead the shows, but a conflict now means longtime friend and fellow conductor Norman Huynh will be on the podium. Huynh is the associate conductor of the Philharmonic in Portland, Ore.
The two agree that conducting for a film is both exhilarating and demanding.
While the audience watches the movie on a giant screen, the conductor also watches a monitor to make sure the music is played at the right time.
The conductors and the talented members of the Philharmonic make it look easy, but getting ready for a full-length film is a long process.
Dan Ross, a trumpet player with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic for 37 years, is one of the 80 musicians who will play those two concerts. Like the conductors, they also work independently to prepare.
Performances like these are a great way to introduce classical music to those who may have never considered watching an orchestra.


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Bravo's Andy Cohen Plays Plead the Fifth
Published at 5:28 pm on May 23, 2012
Only about a decade ago was being given the title of a "housewife" a bad thing. Thanks to Andy Cohen, it's now the ultimate compliment.
If you have ever caught anything on the Bravo channel, there is a good chance Cohen had a hand in it. Currently the Executive VP of Original Programming and Development, he is the man behind all the Real Housewives franchises and his very own late night show, Watch What Happens Live.
How he found time to write his book, "Most Talkative," we aren't sure. But we are glad he did because on the Miami leg of his book tour at Books & Books in Coral Gables, we got a chance to sit down him. We chatted about everything from how he got to where he his today and he even got him to play his famous game of "Plead the Fifth."
Niteside: I know you are a St. Louis boy turned proud New Yorker. Do you like it here?
Andy Cohen: I love it here. I love it. It's one of my favorites.
What made you want to write a book?
These are stories I have really wanted to tell. They are stories of me. I have had an amazing 23-year career in TV that has been unpredictable, hilarious and shocking. I really wanted to tell people about that. I have always loved pop culture and I wanted to tell people how I went from sitting inches away from the TV and wanting to be on it to then making it to then being on it.
Is there a part of "Most Talkative" that you're most proud of?
No, I am really proud of the whole thing. I guess I would say I am the most proud of the personal stuff that people are responding to that they say they didn't know about me. Its definitely want I am most excited about.
I mean, you have created things that are now forever part of pop culture, like Real Housewives. Did you ever think it would get to this level?
Never. With season two of Real Housewives of Orange County, I thought, this is interesting. Then we started thinking about New York and I was like, "Wow, maybe we could do it there."
Your late night show Watch What Happens Live is a big hit too.
I started as a web show, then a once a week show and its crazy what it has become.
Is there a guest that you have been star struck by?
It's usually someone from my past that I can't believe is on my show like Joan Rivers or Susan Lucci. Next week is Dan Rather with John Mayer. I will definitely been intimidated by Dan Rather.
I would love to play a little game with you. Lets play "Plead The Fifth."
Question #1: Whose team are you on? Team Melissa Gorga or Team Teresa Giudice?
Team both. I root for everybody. I have to be.
Question #2: Do you have a favorite Housewife?
I don't. They all bring something to the table. Without one there couldn't be another. Fans have their favorite. A lot of people love Sonja, Carolina, Theresa. They all have a passionate fan base. Really, they are like my children.
Question #3: Did you ever think Bethenny Frankel would be the multi-millionaire she is today?
Yeah, I am not surprised. She is great. We had a part of it, but she built her empire.


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Filipe Faísca
As young as age four, Filipe Faísca was designing dresses for his dolls, which could be said to be his early muses. From advice to his mother and a fascination with materials, he quickly got to designing more elaborate fashion sets. As a staunch defender of women's sensuality and feminine power throughout history, the irreverence of Filipe Faísca's collections has never left anyone indifferent.
As a keen observer of his surroundings, he has a deep knowledge of women. The designer has learned about women's true desires, insecurities and ambitions from his demanding clients, who have grown day by day, and have had a relationship that has gradually consolidated itself.


The KPA Breakfast Club is only open to current members of the KPA. It does have a business focus and is proactive in building strong relationships within the businesses of Kaiapoi Township. It is not limited to just one of category but on a supportive fellowship ethos.
The meetings are structured and run on several different formats as determined by the attendees. Timed to start at 7.00 am with a finish at 8.30 am. They are described as efficient, effective and fun.
Our meetings are flexible and can feature any of the following sections dependent membership requests.
A guest speaker giving a content rich no sales pitch informative presentation on a topic relevant to the membership.
Where regular members have the opportunity to present to the group with an allocated 10mins to discuss their business on a rational system.
Brainstorming - where a member has submitted an email around a matter or challenge that they are facing and wish to ask for comment or support from the membership of the breakfast club.
Kaiapoi Community focused updates of what is happening in the Kaiapoi Community.
The Breakfast Club will be returning soon. Check back soon.
Reservations for our meeting are essential and are members only.
Members have the opportunity to attend as many breakfast club meetings as they want and as often as they want, as it is open to all members and not category limited.


Stevens-The Institute of Business & Arts is a private, proprietary college that was founded as Patricia Stevens College in 1947. Patricia Stevens College was a well-known modeling and finishing school for ladies from 1947 until the 1960's when it was first accredited as a school of business.
If you're thinking about higher education, Siba's small class sizes, individual attention, and expert instructors can help you develop the skills today's employers seek in graduates.


The superhero team-up has earned a total of $481.3 million worldwide.
LOS ANGELES — Warner Bros.-DC Entertainment's "Justice League" has crossed the $300 million milestone at the international box office, thanks to a second weekend of $72.2 million at 31,450 screens in 66 markets.
With the U.S. gross of $171.2 million after 10 days, the superhero team-up has earned a total of $481.3 million worldwide.
The top international performance for "Justice League" came from China, with a second-place $15.8 million on roughly 10,000 screens, lifting that market's total to $83.1 million after two weekends.
The first weekend of Disney-Pixar's "Coco" finished ahead of "Justice League" in China with $18.2 million — making it the second-best opening ever for a Disney-Pixar animated release, behind only "Zootopia." "Coco" also opened in first place in Russia with $3.1 million and generated another another $2.2 million in Mexico to lift its record-breaking total to $53.4 million.
"Justice League" generated its top international mark outside China in Brazil with $5.6 million at 1,617 screens for a 77% share of the top five 5 films and a two-week total of $24.9 million.
Mexico and the U.K. followed with $3.8 million each, both in their second weekends. Mexico's total is $18.2 million and the U.K.'s has hit $16.6 million.
France generated $3 million on 681 screens, finishing ahead of the opening of local title "Le Brio" and lifting the two-week take to $10 million. Australia saw $2.4 million at 515 screens for an 11-day total of $10.1 million. South Korea produced $2.2 million at 740 screens for a $12 million cumulative.
The Philippines and Russia both generated $1.9 million. Russia's total has hit $9.5 million, which tops the lifetime gross of "Wonder Woman" in that market.
"Justice League," which teams up the DC characters in the same manner as Disney-Marvel's superheroes, is a major bet for Warner Bros. The studio has not disclosed the production cost, which is believed to be as much as $300 million, so the international box office is critical for the film to become profitable.
Gal Gadot stars as Wonder Woman along with Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Jason Momoa as Aquaman, Ezra Miller as the Flash, and Ray Fisher as Cyborg as the superheroes ally to save the world.


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DSG employs vessels with heavy lift capabilities of 500 metric tonnes or more. Cargoes handled before include Tunnel Drilling Equipment of over 120,000kgs per unit.
DSG has also shipped oil exploration products such as drill pipes and equipment which are over 3,000CBM in a shipment.
DSG has also shipped heavy lifting equipment such as Mobile Cranes for the Construction industry.
"Switch" bills of lading are a second set of bills of lading issued by the carrier (or by the carrier's agent) in substitution for the bills of lading issued at the time of shipment. The agent who is requested to issue the second set is often located in a port other than the load port. If the holder of the bills decides that the first set of bills is unsuitable for any reason, the carrier issues switch bills to satisfy the new requirements of the bill of lading holder.
The original bill names a discharge port which is subsequently changed (e.g. because the receiver has an option or the goods have been resold) and new bills are required naming the new discharge port.
A seller of the goods in a chain of contracts does not wish the name of the original shipper to appear on the bill of lading, and so a new set is issued, sometimes naming the seller as the shipper.
The goods were shipped originally in small parcels, and the buyer of those goods requires one bill of lading covering all of the parcels to facilitate his on-sale. Conversely, one bill may be issued for a bulk shipment which is then to be split into multiple bills covering smaller parcels.
International transportation service: sea, air, inland transportation, air & sea multi- transportation, and transshipment at the 3rd country.
The chartering mainly covers 4 types: Voyage chartering, Time chartering, Bareboat chartering and COA. DSG can provide a suitable solution according to your specific requirements.
NVOCC refers to the Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier. The enterprise accepts cargo as a carrier, undertakes the carrier's responsibility, issues their own bills of landing and debit note, and provides international transportation service in accordance with the law.
Through its extensive network, DSG can easily arrange for door-to-door deliveries to any destination.
DSG provides tailor-made, 'one-stop' logistics solutions for your personal belongings. From landside transportation to hangers for your garments, DSG can arrange everything for you. DSG's experienced Personal Effects team means that every requirement is tailor-made to suite your individual needs, with the ultimate aim of reducing the hassle to a minimum.
Over 60 cents of each logistic dollar is expended for transportation. Transportation cost is directly related to the type of product, size of shipment, and movement distance. As a general rule, the larger a shipment and the longer the distance it is transported, the lower is the cost per unit. Consolidation requires innovative programs to combine small shipments for timely consolidated movement.
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A pallet is a portable platform, usually designed to be easily moved by a forklift, on which goods or items can be stacked for transport or storage. Most pallets can easily carry a load of about 1,800 kilos. DSG offers a palletizing service in our warehouse at Dawn Logistics Centre to make your goods easier to transport.
DSG offers a detailed checking service to inspect cargo in the warehouse, to make sure it is correct, both in quantity and condition, before/after the transportation.
DSG offers an in-house procurement system which focuses on ensuring continuous supply, inventory minimization, quality improvement, supplier development and ensures the lowest total cost of ownership.
DSG has established agency relationships with reputable insurance companies who are able to underwrite insurance for your shipment requirements. Tapping on our online insurance procurement system, we are able to issue general marine insurance policies for immediate coverage of your valuable cargo at a competitive rate.
Warehousing incorporates many different aspects of logistics operations, including distribution center, consolidation terminals, break-bulk facilities, cross dock, and more.
Warehousing and distribution is an essential part of the logistics supply chain , and is just one more way in which DSG contributes to the economic viability and efficiency of each client's shipping needs.
DSG totally customizes each delivery for each individual client to ensure the best service and most economical procedure. Because each shipment is unique, DSG analyses the multiple internal and external factors which affect each shipment, addresses all your requests and requirements, and delivers the most effective logistics solution.
DSG is experienced in the field of customs clearance and understands the importance of having all documentation in order, so that shipments can be delivered and received on time. We possess more than 30 years' experience in handling documents of shipments involving banks (L/C, D/P, D/A), and Certificate Of Origin (COO) for various purposes including FTAs.


The compact Hasselblad X1D is a game changer in the world of medium-format photography.
When Hasselblad unveiled the X1D-50c mirrorless camera, it wasn't just a radical new direction for the storied camera company. For the entire medium-format sector, it represented a departure away from large and complex cameras, in favor of streamlined, portable devices. It may be the most significant move toward modernization that the format has taken since the first medium-format digital backs, but it stays true to Hasselblad's heart and soul of fine craftsmanship and excellent image quality. This isn't to imply that standard digital medium-format cameras are going away — far from it, for reasons we'll discuss below — but users of such cameras now have an option that's easier to take with them on location, and both portrait and landscape photographers have reason to be excited about it.
The X1D has understandably generated a lot of hype (it was the first of its kind, after all, followed shortly by the Fujifilm GFX 50S), building interest that goes far beyond the relatively narrow audience of established medium-format shooters. However, while it does appear to democratize the format to some degree, it remains a far cry from a medium-format camera for the masses. Still, we are pleased to see that Hasselblad has committed itself to this new system, adding numerous features since launch via firmware updates and releasing several new lenses that have drastically improved the X1D's capabilities.
The X1D is a radical new direction for Hasselblad and the entire medium-format sector.
Our initial impressions with using the AF system were reserved, as we couldn't resize them, making it difficult to dial in pinpoint accuracy. However, Hasselblad has since released a firmware update that enabled AF point resizing. You can now select point sizes of 4mm, 2.8mm, or 2mm. Each selection has a corresponding change in the total number of available points, as well: 35 at 4mm, 63 at 2.8mm, and 117 at 2mm. While Hasselblad isn't advertising any increase in focus speed, at least the number and accuracy of focus points is now much closer to other mirrorless cameras.
Using the Hasselblad Phocus Mobile app (still iOS-only as of January 2019), it's also possible to control the X1D from an iPhone or iPad. This works either through a computer with a tethered camera, or to the X1D directly via its built-in Wi-Fi. Some aspects of the interface don't make for the most refined user experience, but it worked well in our testing and performance was snappy (no pun intended). You can control virtually every aspect of the camera (even focus manually) and review, rate, and share photos from the app.
On the inside, the Hasselblad X1D-50c uses the same 51-megapixel sensor as the H6D-50c. This isn't surprising — virtually every camera company tries to use the same sensor across multiple models — but while the H6D starts at a staggering $25,995, the X1D was just $8,995 (body only) at the time of its release. As of our most recent update to this review in January 2019, that price has dropped to just $6,495 thanks to a $2,500 instant rebate.
Focus speed is decent, but not up to par with what we expect from modern cameras.
While the pixel count alone isn't uncontested by smaller-format cameras (the Canon EOS 5DSR also boasts a 50MP sensors), the X1D's sensor is 70-percent larger than full frame (and a bit smaller than traditional medium format). That extra surface area means each pixel is bigger, helping to gather more light and improve resolution, high ISO performance, and dynamic range. In fact, Hasselblad claims 14 stops of dynamic range in total, making this a great sensor for landscape work.
The mechanical shutter speed limitation may look like bad news for anyone coming from the APS-C or full frame world, but 1/2,000 of a second is actually quite good by medium-format standards. That's because, traditionally, medium-format cameras have all used leaf shutters, and the X1D is no different. A leaf shutter is built into the lens, as opposed to the in-body focal plane shutters used in smaller-format DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. While focal plane shutters can be faster, usually topping out at 1/4,000 or 1/8,000 of a second, leaf shutters offer one unique advantage: they can sync with a flash at any shutter speed. Focal plane shutters, by contrast, can only sync up to 1/200 or 1/250 of a second, as at any speed faster than that they don't expose the full sensor at the same moment.
Thanks to post-launch firmware updates, the X1D can now get beyond the shutter speed limitation, however. In the same firmware update that expanded autofocus control, Hasselblad also introduced an electronic shutter with a maximum shutter speed of 1/10,000 of a second. It can also stay open a bit longer, for a total exposure time of 68 minutes for ultra-long exposures (the mechanical shutter is limited to 60 minutes). Electronic shutters have the added benefit of being completely silent. This brings the X1D in line with Fujifilm and Phase One, both of which offer electronic shutters on the GFX-50s and XF IQ3 100, respectively, the only other medium-format cameras to do so.
As a high-end mirrorless camera, people are naturally drawing comparisons between the Hasselblad X1D and Sony's line of full-frame mirrorless models, namely the 42MP A7R Mark II. Sony did a fantastic job of democratizing 35mm sensors with its A7 series, but the X1D is not attempting to do quite the same thing. The price remains an issue: $9,000 might be "cheap" for medium format, but you could buy three A7R Mark IIs for that — and the A7R Mark II is no slouch. It's an impressive still camera and a very capable 4K video camera rolled into one, with image quality that more-or-less rivals that of the X1D on every metric.
Of the four native XCD lenses that Hasselblad had initially announced for the X1D, none have an aperture faster than f/3.2. That is roughly equivalent to f/2.5 on a full-frame camera, but much faster lenses are readily available for full-frame systems, which left the X1D lacking. That changed with the introduction of the XCD 80mm f/1.9 in 2018, which finally gave X1D the large-aperture portrait lens it deserved. Still, from the light-gathering standpoint, it doesn't beat what's available on full frame — and for the cost of an X1D and a single lens, you could build out a complete full-frame mirrorless kit.
That doesn't mean the X1D is without benefits, but those benefits will be most appreciated by current medium-format shooters. Users of full-frame cameras looking for a dramatic jump in image quality or performance need not apply; pixel-peepers will spot the improvements, but the price difference just isn't worth it.
Fortunately, Hasselblad has continued to add features to the X1D long into its life cycle that have made it more competitive. Firmware version 1.22, released in January 2019, added an option to set a shutter release delay when bracketing long exposures, in addition to several customization options and improved autofocus when using adapted H system lenses and accessories. Earlier firmware updates has also added an intervalometer function for shooting time-lapse sequences, exposure bracketing, and the ability to set a shutter speed limit when using automatic ISO, program, or full auto modes. All of these refinements help bring the X1D up to par, but its advantages won't make up for its slow speed or high cost for many photographers.
Hasselblad rightly assumes that medium-format shooters are in it for image quality above all else, and thus all but forces users to shoot in RAW. While in-camera JPEG shooting is an option, the JPEGs are not full resolution and are meant to be used simply as previews. The RAW files, however, are beastly. At 16 bits, they weigh in at 110 megabytes and are loaded with dynamic range and detail.
Interestingly, Hasselblad limits the maximum ISO to 25,600, but Pentax was far less modest with its specs on the 645z, proclaiming a maximum ISO of 204,800 for the same sensor. The Fujifilm GFX 50s comes in a stop lower at 102,400. Of course, noise is determined by other factors than the sensor alone — such as the processor and associated circuitry — but high ISO ratings are also often little more than a marketing stunt. Hasselblad seems to be more reserved than Pentax and Fujifilm in this regard. (The older Hasselblad H5D-50c, also built on the same sensor, had a top ISO of just 6,400).
The beastly RAW files weigh in at 110MB, but are loaded with detail.
As good as the sensor is, actual low-light performance is limited by the relatively slow XCD lenses. Save for the 80mm f/1.9, there just aren't many lenses geared for low-light photography. Furthermore, the X1D's contrast-detection autofocus won't do you any favors in dimly lit scenes, as we discovered while shooting in a dark dive bar with 80mm. Still, if you have patience, the results are good.
As for the lens quality, every lens we have tested on the X1D has performed well, but some can be more challenging to use. If you're concerned about critical focus and pixel-level detail, shooting handheld with a 50MP sensor isn't exactly a recipe for success; move just a little bit after locking focus, and you might find your subject now falls outside the depth of field. It's a good idea to use a tripod whenever possible, or stick to smaller f-stops when working handheld.
The Hasselblad X1D represents a new direction for the company, and one to which it remains committed by improving the camera constantly via new firmware. It does a commendable job of combining medium-format image quality and leaf shutter flexibility in a portable (and relatively affordable) package. It would make a great second camera for a high-end studio photographer, or a good first medium-format camera for someone who has been waiting for the right time to jump into the game.
While we initially felt letdown by the lack of lenses, 2018 saw the introduction of four new models, including Hasselblad's widest-ever (XCD 21mm f/4), longest-ever (XCD 135mm f/2.8), and fastest-ever (XCD 80mm f/1.9). Also, now that the camera has electronic shutter capability, hopefully it won't be long before we see adapters for legacy lenses from various manufacturers.
Even with the current discounted price of $6,495 (a savings of $2,500), the X1D is likely still too expensive to draw full-frame shooters away from Canon, Nikon, and Sony — but it may prevent some medium-format shooters from dropping down to full frame. This is an important product for the high-end photography world; medium-format photographers simply haven't had a camera like this before, and we expect many will be pleased with it.
When it comes to the average enthusiast or professional photographer, it simply makes more sense to stick with full frame. The best full-frame sensors out there produce image quality that is but a smidgeon behind the X1D, and they do it for a fraction of the cost. What's more, the X1D's operational speed simply isn't up to par with other modern mirrorless cameras (or DSLRs, for that matter). The Sony A7R Mark II is a stellar performer at around $3,000, and any image quality difference between it and the X1D would be negligible to all but the most discerning photographers.
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This review has been updated to cover firmware updates through version 1.22, released in January 2019, as well as new lenses announced in 2018.


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Falconry in Dorset
Discover the historic art of falconry in Dorset.
The grounds at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel and Restaurant are a source of delight for many guests. Perfect for a leisurely stroll and equipped with excellent sporting facilities, including tennis courts, croquet and giant chess, the gardens are also now the base for the hotel's new hawk flying experience. An ancient field sport, the art of falconry can be experienced first-hand at Dorset's Summer Lodge with the help of resident expert Paul and his three Harris hawks Bertie, Titch and Bumble.
Popularised in Medieval times, falconry's origins can, in fact, be traced back much further than that. The first recording of the sport was in the Middle East, several millennia BCE, and it has since grown in popularity in many countries across the world. In England, it was a favourite pastime of monarchs such as King John and George III, as well as Queen Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots. The sport has long been associated with the ruling classes – falcons were ideal hunting creatives on account of the fact that their vision is believed to be eight times better than the human eye, meaning they can pinpoint prey from a long distance.
Harris hawks were introduced to the UK in the mid-20th century and are now the most popular bird of prey used in falconry. Quick learners, the breed has a reputation for being easy to train, well-adapted to a variety of environments, co-operative and sociable by nature.
Once you've met the hawks at Summer Lodge and have been guided through a short introduction to falconry by Dorset's expert Paul, it's time to set off on an extraordinary Hawk Walk through the grounds. Lasting between 60-90 minutes, the experience is a unique chance to learn more about these fascinating birds, as they soar off and return to your gloved hand on command, deftly demonstrating their remarkable agility and speed.
Experience falconry in Dorset courtesy of a Hawk Walk at Red Carnation Hotels' Summer Lodge Country House Hotel & Restaurant.
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Bo Hedges and Team Canada finish 2nd in pool A at World Wheelchair Basketball Championship round robin
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Deacon Blue's Ricky Ross talks 25 years of getting away with it
Ipswich Star - 9th September 2013
"I don't think we had a great plan (when we first came down to London), I think our plan was to survive, 'can we make a record, can we make a living doing this or will we get found out'," says Deacon Blue's Ricky Ross.
Twenty-five years since the release of debut album Raintown, they haven't been yet.
"I think we had a slight arrogance about us, you have to. You're putting yourself up against all the other artists that are good, all the records being made and saying 'our record is as important, if not more important'. (There was) also that confident youth we had when we started... 'oh we can do this'. I think all these things were going through our minds in those early days."
Even now, he seems surprised they've reached such a milestone.
"How can you possibly have a career of 25 years? If someone said that to you when you started you couldn't have taken it in, it wouldn't have made any sense. Looking back on it, it does seem possible you can," he laughs. "I think one of the most incredible things for us is the fact people have cherished and are still listening to those original songs {after} all that time. For us that's been wonderful."
Following a sell-out tour in 2012 celebrating their anniversary, the legendary Scottish band bring their biggest tour in over a decade to the Norwich Theatre Royal on September 15.
"I'm not someone who wants to be out every night of the week playing, I don't see myself as a troubadour; but I really like putting on a good show. Very often I'm amazed at what passes for a show and I think 'okay, is that it' because to me it's like life and death.
"You really sweat blood for a show (and) it's tough times out there, people don't have a lot of disposable income and they're committing a night of their life to come see you. You've got a great responsibility to give them something that makes it all worthwhile.
"Every night we go on stage is the most important night we have. You've got to approach every gig as if it's your first and your last and it's got to be the best night of the audience's lives, you've got to make them feel as if they're going to be talking about that night come the end of the year, next year and hopefully a few years to come. That's what I want, that's the level of expectation I have for any gig."
Gig-goers can expect classic hits like Real Gone Kid, Dignity and Chocolate Girl as well as newer material, including tracks from The Hipsters, Deacon Blue's first studio album since Homesick in 2001.
"Too right yeah, we'll be playing it all," Ross laughs.
With four of the latest singles making Radio 2's A-list, the band are pleased with how the new material has gone down with listeners. They were nervous about releasing new material after so long.
"We all felt good about the album, felt good about making it. The happiest time is when you're making the record but there's always a moment, maybe about a week before it's coming out, you think 'well, here we go'. You just don't know, it can be over in a whisper. You can put it out, no one reacts strongly to it and there are so many other things out there that people move on.
"The worst thing is indifference, I think we were very nervous about how it would all be perceived because you've got a body of work there that people quite like and you're interfering with that and you think 'well, maybe you should have just left it alone'."
Life, admits Ross, wasn't always straight forward first time around but the band were massive, selling a lot of records they're still proud of today.
"We made four studio albums which we liked very much but we ran out of steam and I think it was good we stopped when we did and not do things we didn't want to do. I think that made it better for us, more able for us to come back and do stuff now because we didn't flog it to death at that point... and we'd established we were friends."
Reuniting for a charity gig in 1999 proved they were still in demand.
"I was surprised at the reaction and speed in which people came to buy tickets... we put a tour on the back of that (and thought) 'it's quite fun playing live, let's just keep doing that and see what happens' and that's basically how it has been since. We've enjoyed the creativity of a new record too."
The Hipsters is pretty much Deacon Blue's life story, Ross himself describes as an open love letter to the band.
"That only occurred to me when we were making it, when I was reflecting on the songs. A lot of the spirit was like... come in, let's play together, these are my songs but you come into them and let's make them together, let's make it happen."
It may've been a new album, but it was recorded in an old-school way, with the whole band set up and all playing and singing together in the studio – the first time they had worked like that since recording Fellow Hoodlums in Paris in 1991.
"It was one of the things we wanted to do, that's how we like working the best. (It was) absolute fun, there's occasional times (when it's) tense and difficult but that's exactly as it should be, you need to question, to probe, to demand a lot of each other you know; that's part of the challenge, part of being in a band."
There's more than a little tongue in cheek when it comes to the album's title.
Ross remembers saying when they first got back together "we must be the un-coolest band in the world.... but people still love us despite all that".
"I still think that," he says. "I kind of like that, that's not always a bad start and I hate people who assume things, I hate assumptions about what is good and what is bad. Pop music is about opinions and there is no set rule about it, we all have things we think is good, what is cool to someone is naff to someone else. I think that's one of the things we were trying to establish, you've got to be open."
The singer-songwriter admits the band were never press darlings, which was part of their "un-coolness"; they were and still are quite happy with how they. But Deacon Blue were never about what's on the cusp of fashion.
"We were about having songs that entered people's lives, were important to them. That was the thing that was most important to us, having songs that moved people, infected them, that they could relate to and we tried."


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Nel 1902, la famiglia si trasferisce a Soria, e in seguito a Madrid. Qui i tre fratelli studiano nella Istituzione Libera di Insegnamento (Institucion Libre de Enseñanza), dove la piccola Maria inizia a dimostrare interesse per la linguistica e la grammatica, grazie agli insegnamenti di Americo Castro.

Tra il 1918 e il 1921, María Moliner studia Geografia e Storia  presso l'Università di Saragozza. Nel 1922 vince il concorso pubblico per accedere alla carriera di Archivista e Bibliotecaria, e in seguito inizia a  lavorare nell'Archivio di Simancas (Valladolid).

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DAIMLER-BENZ TAKES SMART
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LONDON - Daimler-Benz AG took full control of the troubled Smart car project last week. It bought the remaining 19 percent of shares of Micro Compact Car, the joint venture with Zurich-based SMH Group, maker of Swatch watches.
Both sides say they plan to take what they learned from the controversial project into new automotive ventures.
Daimler-Benz, soon to become DaimlerChrysler, will expand the Smart brand from a single car into a line of micro-compact cars. Smart will be added to the DaimlerChrysler stable along with Mercedes-Benz, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Plymouth.
'We don't establish a brand by having only one product in that brand,' said Enrico Mueller, spokesman for Daimler-Benz in Stuttgart.
The Swatch Group is holding discussions with at least two automobile companies about future ventures.
Nicholas Hayek, chairman of SMH, Swatch Group's parent, would not name those partners or discuss the nature of the ventures. One possibility, he said, would be the development of a 'green' four-seater vehicle. 'We considered our mission as finished,' Hayek said. Swatch's decision to sell out was based on two factors, he added. These were higher than anticipated investment costs, and the joint venture's failure to build the hybrid vehicle that had been originally planned. The hybrid version would have employed a lead-acid battery.
In a prepared statement, Daimler-Benz passenger car chief Juergen Hubbert said: 'Nicholas Hayek has pushed this project onward with much personal engagement and influenced it in an important way. The collaboration with him was an enrichment for all of us.'
SMH plans to continue development of hybrid powertrain technology. If DaimlerChrysler wants to use its powertrain technology in the future, the Swiss company would be happy to license it, Hayek said.
Both sides said the Daimler-Benz decision to buy the remaining Swatch shares in the Micro Compact Car venture was a friendly parting. But the Smart car, once called the 'Swatchmobile,' has been plagued by difficulties.
A test vehicle flipped in the so-called elk test, costing Daimler-Benz extra development money to fix the problem. But the result caused the Smart car to ride hard, drawing much criticism in the European motoring press.
'If you pull out the seat belts, you can use it as a rucksack,' said a reviewer in German's Stern news magazine. Such comments were especially harsh for a vehicle meant to be as much as a fashion accessory as a mode of transportation.
The project drained more cash than either side anticipated. The two partners also had different ideas about how the car should be marketed. Analysts were not surprised when Swatch reduced its holding from 49 percent to 19 percent in September 1997.
'There are probably fewer bigger rolls of the dice around than the launch of this Smart car in the marketplace,' said one analyst.
The two-seater Smart car enjoys no real price advantage over small city cars like the Ford Ka and Renault Twingo. Cities do not yet have the kind of half-parking spaces a tiny vehicle such as Smart could take advantage of, the analyst said.
American businessman Huddy Hyman, whose Haywood-Clarke Automotive Group in Richmond, Virginia, operates three Smart dealerships in Paris and is building a fourth, was in favor of the buyout.
'I think it will be better this way,' he said. 'It's difficult sometimes trying to do something with a partner. With Daimler in control, they'll have a better focus on cars now.'
Lindsay Chappell contributed to this story.


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Kenya, France ink Sh8.3b energy project
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 9 — Kenyan and French governments have sealed a Sh8.3 billion loan deal to upgrade Kenya's power transmission lines in order to eliminate blackouts in the country.
Finance Minister Robinson Githae told journalists in Nairobi that the concessional loan will enhance government's efforts to distribute electricity to the urban and rural areas.
"The financing agreement by the French government through French Development Agency (AFD) for 78.5 million euros will support the financing of the 146.7 million euro Nairobi Ring Transmission Project in order to stabilize electricity supply in the country," Githae said.
"The project is also set to be completed by July 2014 as part of plans to enhance electricity supply to Nairobi which is home to roughly 10 percent of total population and 50 percent of total demand," the minister said.
He said that AFD had already committed an additional 20 million euros of savings from the construction of the Mombasa-Nairobi transmission line.
"Other lenders are the European Investment Bank (EIB) which will provide 17.8 million euros, while Kenya Power and 100 percent government-owned Kenya Electricity Transmission Company have offered 17.8 million euros and 12.7 million euros respectively towards the construction," the finance minister said.
Githae added that government's goal is to eliminate power blackouts by 2014 that are prevalent in the country as supply struggles to meet growing demand.
The proposed 220kV Suswa substation located about 80 km northwest of Nairobi and along Mai Mahiu-Narok highway will be a critical hub that will serve as an entry and exchange point for geothermal, wind and hydro-generated power into the national grid.
Power evacuated to Suswa will reach Nairobi, Western Kenya, and can also be interconnected with Uganda through Olkaria-Lessos- Tororo line, Tanzania through Suswa-Isinya-Arusha line and Ethiopia through the Kenya-Ethiopia line.
The contract for 220kV Suswa Grid Substation will initially be operated at 220kV until the connection from Ethiopia-Kenya Line is achieved and will contribute significantly in reinforcement of the existing Kenya National Power Grid which will require a 400/220kV substation.
According to the government the main project involves the construction of a 100 km, 400Kv Line connecting Suswa substation to Isinya substation, about 50 km southwest of Nairobi where the line will connect to the Mombasa-Nairobi line thus forming a ring around Nairobi.
French Ambassador to Kenya Etienne De Poncins said that project will put in place a long term capacity building program that will enable Kenya design and construct high voltage transmission networks in the future.
Poncins said that the new transmission lines will support economic growth in the country by promoting the expansion of generation of low-carbon energy.
"The project includes the construction of six new substations to be located in the Nairobi metropolitan region including Athi River, Ngong, Thika Road and Koma Rock in order to strengthen Kenya transmission lines," the French envoy said.
French Development Agency (AFD) Regional Director Yves Terracol said that the soft loan with an annual interest of 1.6 percent has a grace period of six years and repayment period of 20 years.
"The project will also help in the evacuation of power generated by the Olkaria geothermal power plants, Lake Turkana Wind farm and the thermal electricity plants near Mombasa," Terraccol said.
Energy Permanent Secretary Patrick Nyoike said that the electricity supply in Nairobi city is mainly through 66KV and 132 KV power grid which is unreliable.
"When the project is completed, it will provide additional electricity transfer to Nairobi and therefore provide a major link to regional grid interconnection," Nyoike said.
According to the ministry of energy, the current blackouts that the country has experienced are due to breakdown of four substations in the country.
He noted that the country's rural electricity program is also causing demand to increase.
The ministry of energy official said that in order to meet growing electricity needs the government has a number of projects in the pipeline.
"The Olkaria geothermal power plant is set to be operational by 2014, while the Lake Turkana Wind Power consisting of 300 MW should be connected to the national grid in the same year," he said.
"The Menengai 400 MW Geothermal Plant is slated to be operational by 2015," Nyoike said.
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Nyoike said that construction of the Ethiopia Transmission line will begin in 2014 and will be fully operational by 2018 as all the funding is already committed.
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At the sound of a motorist's horn, peace activist John Bromet of Rockport dishes out a "peace kick" Friday in front of the Skagit County Courthouse. With Bromet are John Knudson and Ginny Darvill, both of Mount Vernon. The three are part of a group who regularly demonstrate there every Friday at noon.
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Weighing in on priorities for Trump
By Skagit Valley Herald staff
Skagit County is no different than the rest of the nation in its divided views of this country's present condition and future direction. With the election over, the Skagit Valley Herald asked various people throughout the county to look ahead to next year and offer their thoughts on what Donald Trump should take action on in the first 100 days of his presidency.
Here are some of their responses:
Bill Reinard
When Trump takes office, Reinard of Burlington hopes to see him work on replacing Obamacare with better health care policies, build up the military and restore the economy.
He said he believes Trump has plans to make that happen, but kept them close to the vest during his campaign.
"People said 'Those Republicans don't have plans,' but they do have plans and those will be brought forth," Reinard said.
Wim Houppermans
Houppermans was demonstrating Sunday on the corner of Commercial Avenue and 12th Street in Anacortes on the side of the street where protesters often gather to wave peace flags and focus on environmental issues.
Houppermans said he is worried about Trump's stance on coal and said he wants Trump to acknowledge the contentious issues in North Dakota where the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is protesting to stop the Dakota Access Pipeline from going beneath the tribe's only drinking water source — the Missouri River.
He also wants Trump to stop the militarization of police and to focus on trade.
"I actually want him to make good on renegotiating NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement)," Houppermans said.
Andy and Mary Stevens
On another street corner in Anacortes, Andy and Mary Stevens showed up as they do every Sunday, displaying the American flag and urging support of the country's military.
The Stevenses were vocal Trump supporters throughout the campaign.
"I'd like to see him do what he's promised to do — make our country great again, No. 1. He can do that by including all of the people and making the rules apply to all," Andy Stevens said.
"No. 2 would be to stabilize the economy of this nation. We cannot continue on the path we're on. We're bankrupt, and we're going to continue to bankrupt this country at the rate we're going."
Specifically, Andy Stevens would like to see the United States stop sending money to countries that "spit on our flag and spit on our ethics."
He also wants Trump "to defeat ISIS worldwide and put a stop to this terrorism."
Mary Stevens said she wants to see a priority in cutting the debt across the board except Veterans Affairs and mental health. She would also like to a see more focus on border security.
"There's so much wrong. Drain the swamp — not of the people who are there, but their policies and their recklessness — and having to add so much pork to bills so they can get re-elected. They've got to cut that out because that's why the people have revolted. They decided too much, too much."
Gilberto Estrada
Estrada, property manager at the Housing Authority of Skagit County, said he first wants Trump to start mending the divide in the country after a bitter election cycle.
"He needs to bring the people together because we are in a big division right now," Estrada said. "Regardless of religion or where you come from, treat people with dignity and respect."
The second thing Estrada would like to see is Trump recognize the U.S. as an immigrant nation.
Estrada said he's also interested to see how Trump fills out his staff.
"At this point, we don't know a lot about his key positions from different agencies," Estrada said.
John Knudsen
Knudsen of Mount Vernon said Trump should get rid of the Trans Pacific Partnership.
Of the election, Knudsen said it was a surprise. "But he's the president now, so that's the way it goes."
Ginny Darvill
"I would like him to get himself some competent, intelligent advisers and listen to them," said Darvill of Mount Vernon.
John Bromet
Bromet, a Marine Corps veteran from Rockport known as "Peace Wizard," said he wants Trump to rein in the military and put a stop to wars.
"There are too many wars overseas," he said.
Franklin Bonafe
Bonafe, who works at Pacioni's Market in Mount Vernon, said he'd like to see Trump start his presidency by building trust, unifying people and giving people hope.
"Right now I think there is a lot of despair," Bonafe said. "There is a divide in the country."
Howard Pellet
"Think rationally and act rationally. That's what I'd like him to do, but I don't think there's much chance of that," said Pellet of Guemes Island.
Pellett said he would like to see Trump speak out on health care and help ensure that Obamacare continues, but with some improvements.
George Rucker Sr. and George Rucker Jr.
The Ruckers were visiting Washington Park in Anacortes on Friday with 7-year-old George Rucker III in tow.
Rucker Sr. said the first thing he wanted Trump to do was assume the office of the president "with dignity."
"The second thing I want him to do is stifle all of this hateful rhetoric that's existed on both sides of the argument. Enough is enough. The people are tired of it."
He said he hopes Trump will be able to get things accomplished in office to keep the government moving forward.
"Donald Trump will be our next president, and we have to do what we have to do to make his four years in the office of the president successful," Rucker said. "And stop with all the hate and all the protests. It's not the American way."
Rucker Jr. said the first thing he wants Trump to focus on is the crisis in Syria.
"And refugees being refugees altogether in the world," he said. "And do something about Mexico. There's no reason we should be building a wall when we can build a road."
Diane Sherman
"I don't want to see him do anything," said Sherman, who works at the Lincoln Theatre in Mount Vernon. "Everything he wants to do hurts minorities, women, black people, the LGBTQ community and people who depend on (Obamacare). I don't want him to do anything. I want him to leave office."
Nancy and Alan Marx
Nancy Marx of Shoreline said she worries for the students at the community college where she works.
"I have students who are insulting their professors because they're black professors ...," she said. "I have students who wear hijabs who are afraid to come to class because 'Is it safe to wear hijabs?'"
For those reasons, she said unifying the people is the most important thing.
"I really hope that when Trump becomes president he really focuses on helping us reconcile as a nation," she said. "Helping us come together so that all of us can feel safe here and that we belong and that we have a role in this country."
Her husband Alan Marx said the rhetoric needs to stop because there is work to be done.
"The obvious things Trump needs to work on are things like the economy, job promotion, fixing the wealth gap, income gap," he said. "But perhaps the most important thing is getting us to be one United States as opposed to multiple divided states. We are supposed to be the United States of America."
José García-Pabón
García-Pabón, a Latino community studies and outreach professor at the Washington State University Mount Vernon Research and Extension Center, said he hasn't given much thought to what he hopes President-Elect Trump will accomplish in his first 100 days in office.
"He made a lot of promises that were incendiary," García-Pabón said. "But when you are actually in the White House, it's a lot different."
He said because Hillary Clinton won the popular vote, a joke about the election process rings truer than ever this year.
"People and kids ask why bad things happen to good people," he said. "The answer is: the electoral college."
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United States President, Donald Trump, displays an executive order he signed that will end the practice of separating family members who are apprehended while illegally entering the United States on June 20, 2018, in Washington, DC. The order would detain parents and children together. Win McNamee/Getty Images/AFP
US President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order Thursday after threatening to shutter social media platforms following Twitter's move to label two of his tweets misleading.
After long resisting calls to censure Trump over his truth-defying posts, Twitter on Tuesday accused the president for the first time of making false claims.
Trump had tweeted — without any evidence — that more mail-in voting would lead to what he called a "Rigged Election" this November.
Twitter's slap on the wrist was enough to drive Trump into a tirade — on Twitter — in which he claimed that the political right in the United States was being censored.
Trump would sign an executive order "pertaining to social media" on Thursday, his aides said, without offering any details.
But an undated draft version of the order obtained by The Washington Post on Wednesday said "we cannot allow a limited number of online platforms to hand-pick the speech that Americans may access and convey online."
The order would make it easier for federal regulators to argue that the companies are "suppressing free speech when they move to suspend users or delete posts," The New York Times reported, citing two senior administration officials.
Both newspapers also reported that the order, which they said had not yet been finalized, could see tech companies such as Twitter, Facebook, and Google held legally responsible for content posted on their platforms.
Twitter's move to tag the president's tweets comes after years of being accused of ignoring the president's violation of platform rules with his daily, often hourly barrages of personal insults and inaccurate information sent to more than 80 million followers.
Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg waded into the row, telling Fox News that his social network — still the biggest in the world — has a different policy.
ALSO READ: Trump threatens social media with new regulation after Twitter fact-checked him
"I just believe strongly that Facebook should not be the arbiter of truth of everything that people say online," Zuckerberg said in a snippet of the interview posted online Wednesday by Fox.
"I think, in general, private companies, especially these platform companies, shouldn't be in the position of doing that."
Twitter founder and CEO Jack Dorsey fired back on Wednesday night, saying that his platform's effort to point out misinformation did not make it an "arbiter of truth."
"Our intention is to connect the dots of conflicting statements and show the information in dispute so people can judge for themselves," he tweeted.
He doubled down on the new policy, writing: "Fact check: there is someone ultimately accountable for our actions as a company, and that's me… We'll continue to point out incorrect or disputed information about elections globally."
– 'Blatant lies' –
Kate Ruane, at the American Civil Liberties Union, said that Trump has no power to regulate Twitter.
The constitution "clearly prohibits the president from taking any action to stop Twitter from pointing out his blatant lies about voting by mail," she said.
For all his protests, Trump is a political giant on social media.
By contrast, his Democratic election opponent, Joe Biden, has only 5.5 million Twitter followers.
Social media suits Trump's unorthodox communications style and his penchant for conspiracy theories, rumors and playground-style insults.
The claim that Twitter is biased against conservatives fits the White House narrative that the billionaire president is still an outsider politician running against the elite.
The row is also a useful smokescreen when Biden is homing in on widespread dissatisfaction with Trump's handling of the coronavirus pandemic, which has left more than 100,000 Americans dead.
Polls consistently show Biden in a strong position, despite barely having left his home during weeks of social distancing measures — and his relatively meager social media presence.
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Home A Nazi in the Family: The hidden story of an SS family in wartime Germany
A Nazi in the Family: The hidden story of an SS family in wartime Germany
Derek Niemann
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Biography;
European history;
20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000;
For most of his life, Derek Niemann's father kept his early childhood hidden away from the world, his children, even, perhaps, from himself. Though he had lived through the war in Nazi Germany, he never, ever, discussed it in front of anyone. It wasn't until Derek was 50 years of age that he made the chilling discovery that his grandfather Karl had been an officer in the SS, attached to the slave labour camp in Dachau. A lifetime of unsettling hints and clues began to fall into place, and Derek set out to unearth the true story of an often contradictory family man and his involvement in one of the greatest horrors in human history.
Eleven million people perished in the Holocaust. Most of them slept (and many died) in the bunk beds that Derek's grandfather had responsibility for manufacturing. Karl regularly visited concentration camps as part of his work. He saw the skeletal figures and witnessed torture and brutality. Yet for ten years he carried on working for the SS regardless, taking home his wages, tending his garden, reinventing himself in the evenings as a family man.
In this shocking book Derek reveals story of a family living through the formation of Nazi Germany from the ashes of the Great War, right through to its collapse under Allied and Russian assault. This is an unflinching look at a man who, whether through compulsion or circumstance, fell into the darkest service of Nazi Germany; of a wife, obstinate in her opposition to the regime, but loyal and loving to her SS officer husband; and of children who through innocent eyes saw the rise and fall of a country and a family.
By: Derek Niemann
Imprint: Short Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Recommended Age: From 0 to 0 years
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Derek Niemann is the editor of the RSPB children's magazines and has written several books on nature and conservation for young readers. He is also the author of adult non-fiction book Birds in a Cage (Short Books, 2012), the story of PoW birdwatchers in WWII. He lives in Bedfordshire with his family.


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Disaster costs nearly double in 2016: Swiss Re
TEHRAN, March 28, YJC - Devastating earthquakes, floods, hailstorms and wildfires, along with man-made devastation, helped push global disaster costs to $175 billion (161 billion euros) last year, reinsurer Swiss Re said on Thursday.
TEHRAN, Young Journalists Club (YJC) - That was nearly double the 94 billion disasters cost in 2015, the world's number two reinsurer said, adding that only about 30 percent of last year's losses were covered by insurers.
At the same time, the human cost of disasters was far lower, with some 11,000 people dying or going missing in catastrophic events in 2016, down from 26,000 a year earlier.
The global insurance industry meanwhile covered $54 billion of the total losses last year -- up 42 percent from 2015, Swiss Re said.
Both the economic and the insured losses hit their highest level since 2012, due to the soaring number of disasters, the Swiss company said.
Globally, there were 327 disaster events in 2016, of which 191 were natural catastrophes and 136 were man-made, it said.
The earthquakes on Kyushu Island in Japan in April, which killed around 50 people, inflicted the heaviest economic losses last year, raking up a bill of between $25 billion and $30 billion.
Only about $4.9 billion of that was meanwhile covered by insurers, Swiss Re said.
Devastating earthquakes also hit a number of other countries, including Ecuador last April.
That quake killed 673 people, and caused economic losses of some $4.0 billion -- only $500,000 of which was insured.
North America, where insurance penetration is high, accounted for more than half of global insured losses, Swiss Re said, pointing to record number of severe storm events in the United States.
A massive hail storm that struck Texas last April was the costliest event for insurers, who covered 86 percent of the total $3.5-billion-bill.
Raging wildfires in Canada in May and June last year meanwhile caused economic losses totaling $4.0 billion -- 70 percent of which was covered by insurers.
Hurricane Matthew -- the first category 5 storm to form over the North Atlantic in nearly a decade -- caused the largest loss of life of any single event last year, killing more than 700 people, mainly in Haiti.
The hurricane, which touched down last October, caused $12 billion in economic losses, only a third of which was covered by insurers, Swiss Re said.
Floods also proved costly in many parts of the world. In China, flooding along the Yangtze River basin last July raked up $22 billion in costs, making it the costliest flooding there since 1998.
But insurers covered just around $400,000 of those losses.
That compares to the floods that hit France, central Germany and Belgium in May and June, where insurers covered $2.9 billion of the $3.9 billion in total losses, Presstv reported.
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Libertyville moving forward with appeal in Archdiocese of Chicago, housing developer land-use lawsuit
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Libertyville Mayor Terry Weppler is pictured during an April 23 village board meeting. (Rick Kambic/Pioneer Press)
Libertyville officials recently hired a law firm with experience in land-use cases as they plan to appeal a Lake County judge's ruling earlier this year that allowed a housing project between the Archdiocese of Chicago and a developer to proceed.
The new special counsel, Filippini Law Firm in Evanston, plans to file the appeal with the Second District Appellate Court in Elgin before the village's 30-day deadline to do so, Mayor Terry Weppler said after a Libertyville Village Board meeting April 23.
"We feel like the judge's decision was wrong," Weppler said.
During a hearing April 4, Lake County Judge Michael Fusz upheld his Feb. 15 decision that overruled Libertyville's zoning decision in 2017 to deny permits for a proposal to build 148 homes in a new subdivision within the Mundelein Seminary on Butterfield Road, south of Lake Street.
Libertyville officials have said they denied the project because of safety concerns — mostly related to drivers turning left out of the subdivision without a traffic light.
The Archdiocese of Chicago sued Libertyville, alleging the rejection voided a $15 million land purchase between them and Lake Bluff-based development company The Roanoke Group.
In his initial ruling, Fusz said Libertyville's denial was "unreasonable and arbitrary." Fusz's decision to uphold his ruling on April 4 came after the village filed a motion to reconsider.
Weppler declined to share the village's approach for the upcoming appeal, but he said transcripts of the multi-day trial have been ordered. Village Attorney David Pardys — whose firm represented Libertyville in court — will share notes and assist in the case, he said.
"Vic Filippini is a lifelong municipal attorney and he cited a number of cases he had been involved in on appeal," Weppler said. "He and his firm have tremendous experience in this area."
Formed by local government and land-use attorney Vic Filippini in 2014, Filippini Law Firm has represented both private developers and local governments in zoning applications, regulation changes and in trials, according to the firm's website.
A 40-acre parcel owned by the Archdioceses of Chicago near Butterfield and Winchester roads sits empty in this file photo. (Rick Kambic/Pioneer Press)
The firm's attorneys have been involved in many significant land-use cases in Illinois over the past 35 years, the firm's website states.
Vic Filippini also has been in the news lately after resigning last year as Lake Forest's village attorney following a special report by a contracted attorney who Lake Forest officials hired to look into lobbying expenses the city council said it did not authorize.
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Although Filippini cited a "personal" issue as his reason for resigning, he refuted many of the findings in a letter.
Weppler and Trustee Donna Johnson, who is a private attorney, recently interviewed three firms before recommending Filippini as special counsel, according to a village memo.
Filippini will charge Libertyville $350 an hour in the upcoming appeal, according to the memo. Other associates who may assist Filippini were priced between $160 and $300 an hour.
Libertyville spent $134,617 on legal expenses associated with the lawsuit through January, but a bill for the April 4 hearing has not been processed yet, according to Village Administrator Kelly Amidei.
During the trial, an attorney for the archdiocese referenced the Lake County Division of Transportation's preliminary approval of a new connection onto Butterfield Road as argument against Libertyville's safety claims.
The attorney for the archdiocese also dissected traffic studies and pointed to a 2010 revision to Libertyville's comprehensive plan that allowed for "mixed medium residential" and up to 191 residences on 33 acres of church property.
Attorneys for Libertyville have argued special-use permits allow for case-by-case considerations and have referenced past versions of the project, including one proposal that had an access road winding through the neighboring Pine Meadows Golf Club to share the existing Butterfield Road access point, where a traffic light would then be installed.
The Roanoke Group also has said following the February ruling that they look forward to resurrecting the project.
But Weppler said April 23 that the developer has not submitted any new applications, has not asked to resurrect the old proposal or contacted the village.


Numbers of reports were received yesterday afternoon of numbers of police and tape cordoning off the entrance to some flats on Cowper Road.
According to unconfirmed information, an elderly person died in one of the flats.
It was originally thought that there were suspicious circumstances, hence the large numbers of police. But apparently the death is not, now, being treated as suspicious. Residents have no cause for alarm.
This is the only information available to us at this time.


Discussion in 'The Lightweights' started by 400lbKneeOnFace, May 23, 2014.
This is a tricky one but I think I would have to go with Ronda, under the right circumstances she could definitely get the finish.
It takes her 1 minute to win by body shots.
thats 86 400 TKO in a day, she can do it but probably over a week-end, not in a single day.
Seriously, wtf is that ?
I got to admit, I lold at the threadtitle.
What was your expectations when you clicked on that thread ?
What about Ronda vs Jesus?
Jesus doesn't tap. Plus Ronda might hurt herself with those nails sticking out of his gloves.


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Горынка (, ) — река в Кременецком, Шумском и Лановецком районах Тернопольской области, Украина. Левый приток реки Горыни (бассейн Днепра).

Длина реки 32 км. Площадь водосборного бассейна — 115 км². Уклон 1,6 м/км. Долина трапециевидная, шириной до 2 км. Пойма двусторонняя, шириной до 500 м. Русло шириной 2-5 м. Используется для сельскохозяйственных нужд.

Вытекает из источников на юго-западной окраине села Горынка. Течёт в восточном — юго-восточном направлении, впадает в реку Горыни в селе Юськовцы.

Питание преимущественно снеговое и дождевое, частично за счет подземных вод. Ледостав с конца ноября — середины декабря до начала марта. В верхнем и среднем течении сток регулируется несколькими прудами.

На реке расположены сёла Горынка, Кушлин, Иванковцы, Подгайцы, Кудлаевка, Пищатинцы, Матвеевцы, Гриньковцы, Акимовка, Юськовцы.

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Q: How can I stop Xcode 3.2.6 defaulting to the iPad Simulator? Is this new behaviour? It seems like every time I launch an Xcode project or 'Clean all Targets' the Active Executable resets to the iPad simulator.
Prior to the Xcode 3.2.6 release Xcode was defaulting to the iPhone Simulator or remembered my previous Active Executable... I've never noticed this behaviour because I generally do iPhone work. This has been bothering me sine the latest Xcode update (iOS 4.3 release) and is really irritating.
Similar questions/answers suggest setting the 'Targeted Device Family' of my Target to 'iPhone' - this has been done.
Is this new behaviour?
Is there anyway to change the default 'Active Executable'?

A: I tried some options and at the end I figured out a workaround that doesn't default to iPad simulator, but it uses SDK4.2 and always defaults back to the iPhone 4.2 Simulator.
I hope this works on your machine too and maybe sdk4.2 is good enough for you.

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*Option-Click the build configuration overview menu (or whatever it's true name is)

*Select iOS Simulator 4.2 as Active SDK

*Select iPhone Simulator 4.2 as Active Executable

*Build

*Clean/Reopen/Whatever

*Build again and the iPhone simulator should be starting.

As I said, it uses SDK4.2, but imho it's better to use SDK4.2 than to switch to the iPad simulator each time you open/clean/... the project.
After you've compiled for the device (which switches the sdk to the base sdk) you have to redo the workaround.
Afaik there is no real solution for the problem. It exists in different variants for more than 6 months. Until the current xcode3 version for me it was switching back to iPhone simulator all the time. For other users it was defaulting to iPad.
There are more than a dozen threads in the apple dev forums. None of them offers a solution, or even a workaround.

You should file a bug at bugreport.apple.com and pray that xcode3 isn't considered end of life.

A: From How to change the default Xcode iphone simulator when testing and Why do my xcode builds always go to the iPad simulator instead of the iPhone simulator?:
Try changing the base SDK to 4.0 or higher.

A: do yo have two xcode (or iphone sdk) installation on your machine? if yes then completely uninstall the xcode using this command -
sudo /Developer/Library/uninstall-devtools –mode=all

from all the locations (replace Developer with installed directory name)
and install the xcode 3.2.6 in developer directory

A: I finally solved this problem myself.
First, install new version of xCode, which is xCode 4.
Then set project scheme to iphone simulator and run app in xCode several times.
And re-install xCode 3 and the problem will be gone away!

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