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#include "config.h"
#include "TestController.h"

#include <fcntl.h>
#include <io.h>
#include <shlwapi.h>
#include <string>
#include <WebKit2/WKContextPrivateWin.h>
#include <WebKit2/WKStringCF.h>
#include <wtf/RetainPtr.h>
#include <wtf/Vector.h>

using namespace std;

namespace WTR {

static HANDLE webProcessCrashingEvent;
static const char webProcessCrashingEventName[] = "WebKitTestRunner.WebProcessCrashing";
// This is the longest we'll wait (in seconds) for the web process to finish crashing and a crash
// log to be saved. This interval should be just a tiny bit longer than it will ever reasonably
// take to save a crash log.
static const double maximumWaitForWebProcessToCrash = 60;

#ifdef DEBUG_ALL
const LPWSTR testPluginDirectoryName = L"TestNetscapePlugin_Debug";
const char* injectedBundleDLL = "\\InjectedBundle_debug.dll";
#else
const LPWSTR testPluginDirectoryName = L"TestNetscapePlugin";
const char* injectedBundleDLL = "\\InjectedBundle.dll";
#endif

static void addQTDirToPATH()
{
    static LPCWSTR pathEnvironmentVariable = L"PATH";
    static LPCWSTR quickTimeKeyName = L"Software\\Apple Computer, Inc.\\QuickTime";
    static LPCWSTR quickTimeSysDir = L"QTSysDir";
    static bool initialized;

    if (initialized)
        return;
    initialized = true;

    // Get the QuickTime dll directory from the registry. The key can be in either HKLM or HKCU.
    WCHAR qtPath[MAX_PATH];
    DWORD qtPathBufferLen = sizeof(qtPath);
    DWORD keyType;
    HRESULT result = ::SHGetValueW(HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE, quickTimeKeyName, quickTimeSysDir, &keyType, (LPVOID)qtPath, &qtPathBufferLen);
    if (result != ERROR_SUCCESS || !qtPathBufferLen || keyType != REG_SZ) {
        qtPathBufferLen = sizeof(qtPath);
        result = ::SHGetValueW(HKEY_CURRENT_USER, quickTimeKeyName, quickTimeSysDir, &keyType, (LPVOID)qtPath, &qtPathBufferLen);
        if (result != ERROR_SUCCESS || !qtPathBufferLen || keyType != REG_SZ)
            return;
    }

    // Read the current PATH.
    DWORD pathSize = ::GetEnvironmentVariableW(pathEnvironmentVariable, 0, 0);
    Vector<WCHAR> oldPath(pathSize);
    if (!::GetEnvironmentVariableW(pathEnvironmentVariable, oldPath.data(), oldPath.size()))
        return;

    // And add the QuickTime dll.
    wstring newPath;
    newPath.append(qtPath);
    newPath.append(L";");
    newPath.append(oldPath.data(), oldPath.size());
    ::SetEnvironmentVariableW(pathEnvironmentVariable, newPath.data());
}

static LONG WINAPI exceptionFilter(EXCEPTION_POINTERS*)
{
    fputs("#CRASHED\n", stderr);
    fflush(stderr);
    return EXCEPTION_CONTINUE_SEARCH;
}

void TestController::notifyDone()
{
}

void TestController::platformInitialize()
{
    // Cygwin calls ::SetErrorMode(SEM_FAILCRITICALERRORS), which we will inherit. This is bad for
    // testing/debugging, as it causes the post-mortem debugger not to be invoked. We reset the
    // error mode here to work around Cygwin's behavior. See <http://webkit.org/b/55222>.
    ::SetErrorMode(0);

    ::SetUnhandledExceptionFilter(exceptionFilter);

    _setmode(1, _O_BINARY);
    _setmode(2, _O_BINARY);

    // Add the QuickTime dll directory to PATH or QT 7.6 will fail to initialize on systems
    // linked with older versions of qtmlclientlib.dll.
    addQTDirToPATH();

    webProcessCrashingEvent = ::CreateEventA(0, FALSE, FALSE, webProcessCrashingEventName);
}

void TestController::platformDestroy()
{
}

void TestController::initializeInjectedBundlePath()
{
    CFStringRef exeContainerPath = CFURLCopyFileSystemPath(CFURLCreateCopyDeletingLastPathComponent(0, CFBundleCopyExecutableURL(CFBundleGetMainBundle())), kCFURLWindowsPathStyle);
    CFMutableStringRef bundlePath = CFStringCreateMutableCopy(0, 0, exeContainerPath);
    CFStringAppendCString(bundlePath, injectedBundleDLL, kCFStringEncodingWindowsLatin1);
    m_injectedBundlePath.adopt(WKStringCreateWithCFString(bundlePath));
}

void TestController::initializeTestPluginDirectory()
{
    RetainPtr<CFURLRef> bundleURL = adoptCF(CFBundleCopyExecutableURL(CFBundleGetMainBundle()));
    RetainPtr<CFURLRef> bundleDirectoryURL = adoptCF(CFURLCreateCopyDeletingLastPathComponent(0, bundleURL.get()));
    RetainPtr<CFStringRef> testPluginDirectoryNameString = adoptCF(CFStringCreateWithCharacters(0, reinterpret_cast<const UniChar*>(testPluginDirectoryName), wcslen(testPluginDirectoryName)));
    RetainPtr<CFURLRef> testPluginDirectoryURL = adoptCF(CFURLCreateCopyAppendingPathComponent(0, bundleDirectoryURL.get(), testPluginDirectoryNameString.get(), true));
    RetainPtr<CFStringRef> testPluginDirectoryPath = adoptCF(CFURLCopyFileSystemPath(testPluginDirectoryURL.get(), kCFURLWindowsPathStyle));
    m_testPluginDirectory.adopt(WKStringCreateWithCFString(testPluginDirectoryPath.get()));
}

enum RunLoopResult { TimedOut, ObjectSignaled, ConditionSatisfied };

static RunLoopResult runRunLoopUntil(bool& condition, HANDLE object, double timeout)
{
    DWORD end = ::GetTickCount() + timeout * 1000;
    while (!condition) {
        DWORD now = ::GetTickCount();
        if (now > end)
            return TimedOut;

        DWORD objectCount = object ? 1 : 0;
        const HANDLE* objects = object ? &object : 0;
        DWORD result = ::MsgWaitForMultipleObjectsEx(objectCount, objects, end - now, QS_ALLINPUT, MWMO_INPUTAVAILABLE);
        if (result == WAIT_TIMEOUT)
            return TimedOut;

        if (objectCount && result >= WAIT_OBJECT_0 && result < WAIT_OBJECT_0 + objectCount)
            return ObjectSignaled;

        ASSERT(result == WAIT_OBJECT_0 + objectCount);
        // There are messages in the queue. Process them.
        MSG msg;
        while (::PeekMessageW(&msg, 0, 0, 0, PM_REMOVE)) {
            ::TranslateMessage(&msg);
            ::DispatchMessageW(&msg);
        }
    }

    return ConditionSatisfied;
}

void TestController::platformRunUntil(bool& done, double timeout)
{
    // FIXME: No timeout should occur if timeout is equal to m_noTimeout (necessary when running performance tests).
    RunLoopResult result = runRunLoopUntil(done, webProcessCrashingEvent, timeout);
    if (result == TimedOut || result == ConditionSatisfied)
        return;
    ASSERT(result == ObjectSignaled);

    // The web process is crashing. A crash log might be being saved, which can take a long
    // time, and we don't want to time out while that happens.

    // First, let the test harness know this happened so it won't think we've hung. But
    // make sure we don't exit just yet!
    m_shouldExitWhenWebProcessCrashes = false;
    processDidCrash();
    m_shouldExitWhenWebProcessCrashes = true;

    // Then spin a run loop until it finishes crashing to give time for a crash log to be saved. If
    // it takes too long for a crash log to be saved, we'll just give up.
    bool neverSetCondition = false;
    result = runRunLoopUntil(neverSetCondition, 0, maximumWaitForWebProcessToCrash);
    ASSERT_UNUSED(result, result == TimedOut);
    exit(1);
}

static WKRetainPtr<WKStringRef> toWK(const char* string)
{
    return WKRetainPtr<WKStringRef>(AdoptWK, WKStringCreateWithUTF8CString(string));
}

void TestController::platformInitializeContext()
{
    // FIXME: Make DRT pass with Windows native controls. <http://webkit.org/b/25592>
    WKContextSetShouldPaintNativeControls(m_context.get(), false);

    WKContextSetInitializationUserDataForInjectedBundle(m_context.get(), toWK(webProcessCrashingEventName).get());
}

void TestController::runModal(PlatformWebView*)
{
    // FIXME: Need to implement this to test showModalDialog.
}

const char* TestController::platformLibraryPathForTesting()
{
    return 0;
}

} // namespace WTR


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05/10/2015 1:28 PM IST | Updated 15/07/2016 8:25 AM IST
Akshay Kumar Starrer 'Singh Is Bliing' Has This Year's Second Best Opening Weekend At The Box Office
By Suprateek Chatterjee
NEW DELHI, INDIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar walks on the ramp during a charity fashion show and dinner organised to support the widows of debt-ridden farmers who committed suicide, at The Imperial Hotel, on September 28, 2015 in New Delhi, India. All the actors walked the ramp in a unique fashion show by ace designer JJ Valaya, called Style and the Singh. Choreographed by Harmeet Bajaj, the show had all models belonging to the Sikh community and celebrated the joie de vivre innate in their style. (Photo by Manoj Verma/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)
Wherever Akshay Kumar must be right now, chances are he's sporting that trademark gummy grin.
According to reports as well as tweets by trade analyst Taran Adarsh, his latest release Singh Is Bliing has earned Rs 54.44 crore at the domestic box-office over its opening weekend. The film, a sequel of sorts to the 2008 comedy Singh Is Kinng, also stars Lara Dutta and Amy Jackson and has been directed by Prabhu Deva.
#SinghIsBliing crosses ₹ 50 cr mark in its opening weekend. Sun was ROCKING. Fri 20.67 cr, Sat 14.50 cr, Sun 19.27 cr. Total: ₹ 54.44 cr.
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) October 5, 2015
This makes the film 2015's second highest domestic opener after Bajrangi Bhaijaan, which had earned Rs 102.60 crore.
According to Box Office India, the film earned about Rs 77 crore worldwide this weekend, putting it at the number four position. This is just Rs 4 crore shy of Kumar's previous release, Brothers, which pulled in Rs 81 crore worldwide in its opening weekend.
Suprateek Chatterjee Entertainment Editor
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The Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras may be who we accredit the creation of Numerology to, however, numerological roots can be found in Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Babylonian and Egyptian cultures. Because of this, there are different styles of numerology, each with its own unique practices. Read on to learn more about the most common styles of Numerology.
The Chaldean system of numerology is considered by many to be more accurate than the Pythagorean system; however, it is not as widely used.
This type of numerology is based on the Ancient Babylonian tradition. It takes aspects of astrology in its interpretation of numbers. Nine is considered a holy number and compound and double numbers are highly regarded. For this type of numerology, both the name and the birth date are analyzed.
Chinese Numerology
The ancient Chinese believed that numbers were extremely important. Emperor Wu saw a tortoise, whose shell had a grid containing 9 squares, Chinese numerology is based on this grid system.
The grid was eventually called the Lo Shu Grid wherein the numbers when arranged horizontally, diagonally, or vertically would all total to 15. The significance of this number is that it takes 15 days to shift from new moon to full moon.
Kabbalah Numerology
Kabbalah Numerology is a major branch of numerology originating from the Hebrew culture. According to the traditions of Kabbalah, knowledge comes through the mind and soul and not the flesh and blood. It is based on Hebrew mysticism that interprets the meaning of the name. The discipline itself seeks to explain the nature of the universe and the human being. As Kabbalah numerology is based on the Hebrew alphabet, there is a total of 22 vibrations that range from 1 to 400.
Pythagorean or Western Numerology
In this style of numerology, both the name and the birth date of the individual are used to analyze the personality and characteristics natural to that person. This is the style most commonly used by most numerology report experts today. According to this numerology tradition, the basic vibrations range from one to nine, but 11 and 22 are master numbers that are also important for interpretation.
Tamil Numerology
The Tamil or South Indian style of numerology plays around a person's three numbers namely the psychic number, the destiny number, and the name number. This style is so constant that there have even been apps developed to help you generate your Tamil predictions.
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Darien National Park
Darien, which contains Panama's largest national park, is the least populated province in Panama. These extremely clean forests are a safe refuge to Geoffroy's tamarins, Baird's tapir, giant anteaters, jaguarondi, puma, capybara and ocelot. Over 400 species of birds including four species of macaw and harpy eagle have been recorded to dwell peacefully in this birding location which is truly world-class. The Darien National Park covering around 576,000 hectares borders the country of Colombia and includes Pirre mountain range and some Pacific coastline.
Chiriqui Highlands
Chiriqui province in the west of Panama has a temperate climate. Punta, Volcan Boquete and Cerro are places that serve as convenient bases from where you can explore the beautiful flora and fauna found in the highlands. These cool verdant highlands, dominated by Baru which is Panama's largest dormant volcano, are sure to offer breathtaking scenery containing cloud forests that are enchanting, more virgin rainforest than found elsewhere in the region of Panama and cute birds like three-wattled bellbird, resplendent quetzal and long-tailed silky flycatcher. Various endangered mammals are found here, including Baird's tapir and five cat species.
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package com.navercorp.pinpoint.profiler.context;

import static org.junit.Assert.*;

import org.junit.Assert;
import org.junit.Test;

import org.slf4j.Logger;
import org.slf4j.LoggerFactory;

/**
 * @author emeroad
 * @author jaehong.kim
 */
public abstract class CallStackTest {

    private final Logger logger = LoggerFactory.getLogger(this.getClass());

    protected CallStack.Factory<SpanEvent> factory = new SpanEventFactory();

    abstract CallStack<SpanEvent> newCallStack();
    abstract CallStack<SpanEvent> newCallStack(int depth);

    public SpanEvent getSpanEvent() {
        return factory.newInstance();
    }

    @Test
    public void testPush() throws Exception {
        CallStack<SpanEvent> callStack = newCallStack();
        int initialIndex = callStack.getIndex();
        assertEquals("initial index", initialIndex, 0);
        SpanEvent spanEvent = factory.newInstance();
        int index = callStack.push(spanEvent);
        assertEquals("initial index", index, 1);
        callStack.pop();
    }

    @Test
    public void testLargePush() {
        CallStack<SpanEvent> callStack = newCallStack();
        int initialIndex = callStack.getIndex();
        Assert.assertEquals("initial index", initialIndex, 0);

        final int pushCount = 32;
        for (int i = 0; i < pushCount; i++) {
            int push = callStack.push(getSpanEvent());
            Assert.assertEquals("push index", i + 1, push);
            int index = callStack.getIndex();
            Assert.assertEquals("index", i + 1, index);
        }
        for (int i = 0; i < pushCount - 1; i++) {
            callStack.pop();
        }
        callStack.pop();
    }

    @Test
    public void testPushPop1() {
        CallStack<SpanEvent> callStack = newCallStack();

        callStack.push(getSpanEvent());
        callStack.pop();
    }

    @Test
    public void testPushPop2() {
        CallStack<SpanEvent> callStack = newCallStack();

        callStack.push(getSpanEvent());
        callStack.push(getSpanEvent());

        callStack.pop();
        callStack.pop();
    }

    @Test
    public void testPop_Fail() {
        CallStack<SpanEvent> callStack = newCallStack();

        callStack.push(getSpanEvent());
        callStack.push(getSpanEvent());

        callStack.pop();
        callStack.pop();
        assertNull(callStack.pop());
    }

    @Test
    public void overflow() {
        final int maxDepth = 3;

        DefaultCallStack<SpanEvent> callStack = (DefaultCallStack<SpanEvent>) newCallStack(maxDepth);
        assertEquals(maxDepth, callStack.getMaxDepth());

        for(int i = 0; i < maxDepth; i++) {
            assertEquals(i + 1, callStack.push(getSpanEvent()));
        }
        // overflow
        int overflowIndex = callStack.push(getSpanEvent());
        assertEquals(maxDepth + 1, overflowIndex);
        assertEquals(maxDepth + 1, callStack.getIndex());

        assertTrue(callStack.isOverflow());
        assertNotNull(callStack.peek());
        // check inner index value.
        logger.debug("{}", callStack);

        assertNotNull(callStack.pop());
        assertEquals(maxDepth, callStack.getIndex());

        // normal
        for(int i = maxDepth; i > 0; i--) {
            assertNotNull(callStack.peek());
            assertNotNull(callStack.pop());
            assertEquals(i - 1, callStack.getIndex());
        }

        // low overflow
        assertNull(callStack.pop());
        assertNull(callStack.peek());
    }
}

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Charity's new Ambassador will use social media to reach younger people
Henry Wellbelove has joined Road Victims Trust as an Ambassador for the charity PNL-160118-113849001
Tracey Wye
Published: 12:27 Monday 18 January 2016
When his younger brother died in a road traffic accident, devastated Henry Wellbelove turned to the Road Victims Trust for support.
Now, three years on, he has become an ambassador for the charity which helped him, and his family, through their loss.
Archie Wellbelove PNL-160118-113839001
This year marks the 21st Anniversary of the Trust, the only one of its kind in the UK. It provides emotional and practical help to all those affected by a road death in Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire.
Henry and his brother, Archie, were students at The University of Warwick when 18-year-old Archie was killed after being hit by a taxi in his first term, in 2012.
Henry, 22, said: "In the immediate aftermath, the Trust provided my family with unwavering and invaluable support at a time when it seemed to all involved that the inexorable sense of despair would take hold. As a result of this, I feel very much indebted to the Trust."
Having graduated from Warwick and now working full-time, Henry felt ready to give back to the charity, and hopefully encourage other young people to engage with it.
The Wellbelove family, who were helped by the Road Victims Trust after the death of Archie PNL-160118-113826001
He said: "I have recently been in talks about my undertaking of an ambassadorial role with the Trust, a position which I am delighted to accept. My objective is to extend the reach of the charity through social media platforms, with a particular focus on drawing in a younger demographic.
"By increasing public awareness and the profile of the Trust, I aim to increase financial and practical support for this more-than-worthy cause."
The Wellbelove family live in Biggleswade and have become great supporters of RVT.
Henry's mother, Katie, said: "Archie was always a very happy and positive child and was lucky to be very bright academically, albeit he was very self-effacing.
"It sounds like a cliché, but he really did have a bright future ahead of him, which was snatched away in an instant.
"The police liaison officer who had the thankless task of informing us that our gorgeous child had been hit by a taxi and had not survived cannot be praised enough, and it was he who informed us about the existence of The Road Victims' Trust."
She continued: "I was later visited by a counsellor, which I found invaluable in the fog of my sudden loss. All the counsellors have themselves been in a similar situation to me and are therefore especially empathetic.
"For me, it was wonderful to be able to talk openly in total confidence to somebody removed from the situation who was sympathetic who would not judge me for my feelings.
"All I can say is, thank goodness they were there for us."
Chief Executive Mark Turner said: "Each year over 80 people will be killed on the roads of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire. That leaves a trail of absolute devastation. Henry has first-hand experience of this and I know will be a real asset in promoting the valuable work of the Trust. We are proud to have him on-side"
Last year the Trust supported in excess of 400 people who had been affected by a road death.
>> You can support RVT by taking part in its summer of fun activities, which include The Great Escape, in May, and The Colour Rush obstacle course, in June. Or face your fears by riding Europe's longest zip wire, in March, or doing a tandem skydive in April.
For more information, go to www.rvtrust.org.uk, or email enquiries@rvtrust.co.uk


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Lack of academic accommodations
Although I told both his teacher and the school nurse I suspected my son had a concussion the morning after his injury, and expressed concerns about recess, he was sent to gym class before his first concussion evaluation while he was still experiencing a concussion headache. He told me he wasn't able to run as fast as normal, and that he had been unable to do the flex arm hang.
Based on the evaluation form prepared by his pediatrician, he was supposed to have full academic accommodations, including a reduced workload and breaks for rest/naps. At the time of his injury, I often volunteered in his classroom, and didn't notice a material reduction in his workload, nor was he given any rest breaks. He struggled with his homework and often broke down while trying to complete it. He generally had enough energy to go to school, but wanted to rest once he got home. I arranged to bring him home an hour early so he could avoid recess and rest before attempting homework.
As his symptoms persisted, we stopped taking him to any activities outside of school. His television viewing and computer usage had to be strictly limited, and video game playing had to be totally eliminated.
When his headaches continued past the first few weeks, he was accused of lying by his principal. Since his vestibular system problems were only evident during postural stability testing, the principal doubted he truly had balance problems and decided to withdraw the limited academic accommodations previously provided.
I asked my son about his headaches each day and my notes clearly show they went away on the weekends and returned during the school week. As for the possibility of him lying about them, I had no reason to be suspicious. There were consistent patterns for likely triggers, such as tests and usage of a math software program in the afternoons. At eight years of age, however, it is possible that he misinterpreted mental fatigue as a mild headache. Regardless, based on other signs and symptoms, it was clear he was not fully recovered.
When I picked him up from school for his third concussion evaluation, his hair was drenched in sweat from trying to walk as many laps as possible during gym (he was not supposed to participate in any physical activities during gym). When he failed to show any balance improvement, his pediatrician said that his lap walking had most likely exacerbated his concussion symptoms, and that we wouldn't be able to tell if his balance had improved at rest until his next visit.
The following day, even though I sent an email indicating that his balance had not shown any improvement, during a conference with his teacher and principal, I was accused of failing to recognize that he no longer required academic accommodations. I was still upset about the lack of improvement in his balance, and found it frustrating that all of my concerns were brushed aside. I was told that with the beginning of the next school week, he could no longer leave early.
I sent my son to school for two full days even though I didn't think it was in his best interest because I thought I had no other choice. Due to mandatory attendance requirements, I didn't know if I had the right to bring him home early. For recess, he went to study hall along with the students who had failed to turn in their homework, and felt as though he were being punished. I was so concerned about increasing my son's school schedule before his balance improved and while he was still experiencing frequent headaches, fatigue, and difficulties falling asleep that I literally felt ill.
After having a discussion with a bantam board member and realizing she hadn't been made aware of my son's injury, I decided to contact the Superintendent again. Once he was made aware of the situation with my son's principal and teacher, they became much more cooperative.
Unfortunately, I believe the school's lack of appropriate concussion management protocols extended my son's recovery and exposed him to potential harm. Physical and cognitive rest is critical to avoid an extended recovery, as a mother of a concussed teenager emphasized in describing her family's 14-month long journey through post-concussion syndrome, which she attributed in part to the lack of cognitive rest in the days immediately after her daughter's concussion. Sending him to gym class before his first concussion evaluation also placed him in danger of sustaining a second concussion, which increases the likelihood of an extended recovery, permanent cognitive impairment, and even catastrophic injury or death from a condition called second impact syndrome. The second concussion or impact doesn't have to occur on the football field. According to the Annual Survey of Football Injury Research report, an 11-year old youth football player most likely died in September 2010 from to a second impact sustained at recess:
An 11 year old youth football player was injured in a game on September 3, 2010 and died on September 5, 2010. His injury in the game was diagnosed as a concussion. The injury that killed him happened during recess at his middle school when he accidentally hit his head while playing by the football sleds. Cause of death was possibly second impact syndrome.
I don't believe my son's teacher and principal would knowingly expose him to harm, however, their lack of awareness of the seriousness and potential long-term consequences of concussive injuries caused them to make decisions that were not, I believe, in his best interests. It is troubling that they were unreceptive to the concussion information I provided, and that they disregarded the evaluation and letter provided by his pediatrician. To ensure that no other child goes through what my son did, the state Department of Education should develop model concussion management protocols for implementation at all public schools.


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Books » Our lists » 2021 Goodreads Choice Award winners
The best books decided by readers.
Goodreads, the world's largest community of book lovers, has announced the winners of its 13th annual Choice Awards, with a number of our titles making the list.
See the winners of the book awards decided by readers, and whether your favourite made the list!
Best historical fiction book
The glorious new novel from the internationally bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six was named by Goodreads as this year's best historical fiction.
Malibu Rising is a story about one unforgettable night in the life of a family: the night they each have to choose what they will keep from the people who made them . . . and what they will leave behind.
A lone astronaut must save the earth from disaster in this incredible new science-based thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Martian.
Best science fiction book
Named by Goodreads as the best science fiction book of 2021, Project Hail Mary is an irresistible interstellar adventure as only Andy Weir could imagine it.
Scandalous gossip, wild parties, and forbidden love - witness what the gods do after dark in this stylish and contemporary reimagining of one of mythology's best-known stories from creator Rachel Smythe.
Best graphic novel or comic
Picked as the best graphic novel or comic, Lore Olympus: Volume One is centred around Persephone, young goddess of spring, who is allowed to live in the fast-moving, glamorous world of the gods after promising to train as a sacred virgin.
Scandalous gossip, wild parties, and forbidden love — witness what the gods do after dark in this stylish and contemporary reimagining of one of mythology's best-known stories from creator Rachel Smythe.
The Hill We Climb
Amanda Gorman's powerful and historic poem 'The Hill We Climb,' read at President Joe Biden's inauguration, is now available as a collectible gift edition.
Best poetry book
On 20 January 2021, Amanda Gorman spoke a message of truth and hope to millions.
Aged 22, she delivered a poetry reading at the inauguration of US President Joe Biden. Her poem, 'The Hill We Climb', addressed the country and reached across the world: a call for a brave future.
This special edition, which includes an enduring foreword by Oprah Winfrey, marks that poem and offers us courage, consolation and the inspiration to make change.
An epic undersea adventure from global bestselling author, Rick Riordan. Featuring a brand-new female hero and inspired by Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea.
Best middle-grade and children's book
Named by Goodreads as the best middle-grade and children's book, this story is centred about Ana, a freshman at a training centre for the world's best marine scientists and underwater explorers.
When Ana embarks on the sea trials that mark the end of her freshman year, her life as she knows it is blown out of the water.
Daughter of the Deep is an epic undersea adventure that features a brand-new female hero and is inspired by Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea.
Best romance book
Two friends. Ten summer trips. Their last chance to fall in love.
Picked as the best romance novel in the Goodreads Choice Awards, You and Me on Vacation is the #1 bestselling laugh-out-loud love story you'll want to escape with this summer.
Mind-expanding essays on modern life and the human experience in the first non-fiction work by #1 internationally bestselling author John Green - one of the world's most beloved novelists.
Best non-fiction book
A deeply moving and mind-expanding collection of personal essays in the first-ever work of non-fiction from #1 internationally bestselling author John Green
The Anthropocene is the current geological age, in which human activity has profoundly shaped the planet and its biodiversity. In this remarkable symphony of essays adapted and expanded from his ground-breaking, critically acclaimed podcast, John Green reviews different facets of the human-centered planet — from the QWERTY keyboard and Halley's Comet to Penguins of Madagascar — on a five-star scale.
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The Business Development Team in MPLS invite academics to attend the second series of their Collaborating with Industry workshops.
The primary aim of these workshops is to help academics grow and diversify their research funding through collaborating with industry. Working with industry is one of many opportunities in an increasingly diverse landscape of funding sources, but it can have particular benefits, for example, collaborations with industry offer excellent opportunities to achieve REF impact.
The series of workshops will explore how working with industry differs from traditional grant funded projects. It will also seek to demystify industry, provide an awareness of the support available at the University, and intends to leave attendees feeling well-equipped to both win and deliver collaborations with companies.
Rather conveniently for us, these workshops are being held in the Conference Room on the OeRC. Food and drink will be provided at all sessions, from 12 noon.
If you would like to attend all or any of the workshops, please email liam.curren@mpls.ox.ac.uk. Places are limited, so please reply by Monday 11 February 2013.
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DHS Secretary: 'Not Necessarily a Government Objective' to Counter the Terrorists' Narrative
"But we need to get the message out, and that's not necessarily a government objective…"
Susan Jones | CNS News - May 11, 2015
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The "effective use of social media" by Islamic extremists poses new and serious threats to the U.S. homeland, but "it's important to remember that a lot of the counter-narrative needs to come from within the community," Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson told ABC's "This Week" on Sunday.
"And so, when I meet with community leaders, I am asking them, what are we doing to counter this narrative? It is slick. It is effective," Johnson said, referring to the terrorists' Internet recruitment.
"But we need to get the message out, and that's not necessarily a government objective, a government mission. It has to come from within the community. It has to come from Islamic leaders, who, frankly can talk the language better than the federal government can.
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A picture of a house in Billerica, Massachusetts, taken in 1941 for the Historic American Buildings Survey. (Frank O. Branzetti/Library of Congress) Library of Congress
Victimhood Language and the Fight Against Affordable Housing
Communities actively working against affordable housing are being disingenuous—and setting themselves up for a legal fall.
Billerica, Massachusetts, is a suburb caught between the binary stars of Lowell and Boston, but it doesn't much resemble either. The city is more than 88 percent white, and more than 82 percent of its residents are homeowners. The poverty rates for Boston and Lowell are 21 percent and 19 percent, respectively; in Billerica, just 6 percent of people live at or below the poverty line.
Maybe the worst problem facing Billerica residents today is affordable housing. Specifically, efforts to build affordable housing.
"Another affordable-housing project in a single-family residential neighborhood is not ideal," the Lowell Sun reports, "but a proposal in North Billerica is countless times better because the developer is willing to work with the town."
That's the ostensibly objective take on a new apartment development in the works for Billerica. Things could've been worse for the town's well-off residents: The Alpine Village apartments might have been built under a Massachusetts state law called Chapter 40B, which allows developers to bypass local zoning authorities if more than 20–25 percent of the units are set aside for affordable housing. A waking nightmare for the landed gentry of Billerica.
A Billerica house pictured as part of the Historic American Buildings Survey. (Frank O. Branzetti/Library of Congress)
Instead, the developers are rather magnanimously addressing "mitigation" with residents, under a process called 40R. It makes for gripping reading. Billerica residents and leaders are not wasting this opportunity to make their feelings about affordable housing known.
"We don't want that land developed as a 40B because then the town wouldn't have the opportunity to protect the neighborhood," Billerica Selectman Mike Rosa told the Lowell Sun. "This process gives the residents the greatest amount of protection."
Towns in Massachusetts are subject to 40B oversight unless and until they reach a 10-percent affordable-housing threshold. With its preponderance of single-family detached homes built on vast lots and high median area incomes, Billerica isn't close to that level yet.
Wealthy communities intent on "mitigating" affordable housing couch their concerns in the language of victimization, when they have in fact won the American Dream.
However—if you classify all rental-apartment units as "affordable," a suggestion proffered by Billerica planning director Tony Fields, per the Billerica Minuteman—then the town doesn't need to build more-affordable units.
"I'm less than enamored of victimizing a neighborhood to reach 10 percent," another official, Billerica Selectman Andrew Deslaurier, told the Lowell Sun back in June. His feelings were echoed by a resident, Dan Murphy, who said that density "fundamentally threatens our neighborhood" during a community forum.
There's nothing all that special about the Alpine Village apartments or the affordable-housing push in Billerica. What's remarkable, really, is that the city has identified affordable housing as an urgent civic priority. An Affordable Housing Productivity Plan, a major component of the Billerica Master Plan adopted by the town in 2002, notes that the lack of affordable options hangs over the future of Billerica. Young families can't settle there, while aging retirees on fixed incomes can't afford their property taxes.
Another Billerica house in the Historic American Buildings Survey. (Frank O. Branzetti/Library of Congress)
And yet the town refuses to take even meager steps toward providing the affordable housing that the town acknowledges it badly needs. The Alpine Village apartments (179 units in all) would include 45 affordable units; residents are pushing to dial back the total figure to maybe 75 or 100 units, which would mean building two-dozen or fewer affordable apartments. Leaders are also working to literally push the building back from abutting properties, with a berm or some other form of setback, among other "mitigations."
Moreover, all these apartment projects underway are located in North Billerica, near the borders of Tewksbury and Chelmsford. This part of town is marked by slightly higher density than the rest of the city. That's one of the stated goals of the Billerica Affordable Housing Productivity Plan, in fact—to preserve low-density, single-family zoning and the wealth it engenders.
Goal 4: Locate housing of varying which on sites, [sic] which are appropriate for such densities.
Objective A: Continue to keep lower density single-family residential uses on medium to large lots (40–50,000 sq. ft.) in areas of the Town where the level of activity is less intensive.
Objective B: Sites near highways and business areas that can be effectively served by public services and facilities should be considered for multi-family housing.
Objective C: Use rational location criteria as a tool for evaluating sites that are appropriate for multi-family use.
Billerica could be any town—any predominantly white, affluent town in the country where almost everyone lives in single-family homes. They couch their concerns in the language of victimization, when they have in fact won the American Dream.
But communities like Billerica are in for a rude awakening. Schemes to build affordable housing that primarily serve to protect the wealth and land of its better-off residents will not withstand the scrutiny of the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing rule. Goals and objectives like the ones outlined by Billerica have been tried before, and they have only ever resulted in stigma and segregation.
Single-family home-owners in all white communes aren't the victims. More often, they're the perpetrators.
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Kriston Capps is a staff writer for CityLab covering housing, architecture, and politics. He previously worked as a senior editor for Architect magazine.


The First Growths of Bordeaux, Grand Cru in Burgundy, Opus One in California, the very top wines in the world are few and far between. Vega-Sicilia is considered the sole 'First Growth' equivalent of Spain.
Vega-Sicilia was founded in 1864 by Don Eloy Lecanda y Chaves in a harsh corner of the wine region of Ribera del Duero. While the 'Rioja' wine region is considered one of the great wine regions of Spain, 'Ribera' would certainly produce arguably the best wines in the country. Their top tier wine is the 'Unico', only slightly less prestigious is the 'Valbuena'.
The family owns an impressive 240 hectares of vines, with 140 hectares dedicated to the Unico and Valbuena wines. The vineyards are planted largely with Tempranillo, but also interspersed with Bordeaux grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Carmenere and Malbec. Many of the vines are 130-150 years old.
The soils that the Unico and Valbuena wines are grown on are gentle slopes consisting of a fine mix of colluvial deposits from the hillsides above, along with sandy limestone and a layer of quartz gravel beneath. These endure a harsh climate - baking hot and very dry summers and cold winters.
Unico blends Tempranillo with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon - aged for 6 years in barrel and a minimum of 4 years bottle age (often much longer) before release. The Valbuena still showcases Tempranillo but blended with small amounts of Merlot, and aged for 5 years before release.
The nose was dark and mineral-inflected with black cherry, exotic savory spices, hints of pepper, dried flowers, animal musk and stone dust. On the palate, it was amazingly fresh with crushed raspberry and strawberry fruit followed by a wave of acidity that deposited notes of dried orange, cherry, and inner floral tones. The finish was long with fine tannin drying the fruit, yet floral and spice tones prevailed. Stunning!


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If we're lucky, every few years we're treated to a will-they-or-won't-they love story that sparks our imagination and warms our hearts. Ross and Rachel from Friends. Jim and Pam from The Office. Daniel and Barbara from Bond 25. Yes, these are classic, iconic love stories, where two people who are destined to be together must nevertheless fight through a series of unfortunate events before going public with their mutual love and affection. Which is all a complicated and jokey way of saying, c'mon, Daniel Craig and Barbara Broccoli, we know y'all are going to make Bond 25 happen, so just do it already!
Daniel Craig has changed his mind and is set to sign up for his fifth Bond movie – with Adele lined up to join him. The actor, 48, claimed he would "rather slash my wrists" than play 007 again but his U-turn came after a host of British stars were tipped to replace him… But Bond producer Barbara Broccoli is said to have secured Craig – and we can reveal she is "determined" that superstar singer Adele will record the theme tune.
Well, that's a lot to take in! While nothing is official until Craig himself says he's coming back - we've been hearing for months now that he was this close to signing on the dotted line - it's not a surprise that Craig's change of heart comes after a little bit of distance between the publicity and the press junkets associated with the Bond movies. If I were in his shoes, I'd much rather have a chance to go out on my terms than spend an entire year of my life fielding questions I don't know the answer to. Give Craig his official farewell tour, make some progress on his replacement for Bond 26, and everyone wins! We'll see if this becomes official sometime in the next few days (or weeks), but this could finally be some gosh-danged closure for this ongoing saga.


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At a recent meeting of the Town Council's Finance & General Purposes Committee funding was awarded to community groups and organisations towards local projects for the benefit of the people of Thatcham. On page 2 is a summary of the awards made from the Grants Budget. These grant awards have been generously match-funded by The Good Exchange doubling the funding which will be received.
Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust applied for £14,641.80 towards the Nature Discovery Centre Waterfront Project. The Committee was delighted to be able to grant the full amount from S106 funds (compulsory contributions made by developers).
Each year Thatcham Town Council awards grants to local organisations offering services that benefit the residents of Thatcham . Grants may be used to cover capital or revenue costs and organisations must be able to demonstrate sound financial management and identify clearly what the grant will be used for.
All applications for grant aid from the Town Council are administered via The Good Exchange. Applications can be uploaded to The Good Exchange at any time and will be considered by the Town Council during its twice yearly process.


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Desserts and Snacks
17 Easy 100-Calorie Snacks to Combat Stress Eating
By Shannon Philpott Updated November 5, 2020
Swapping in yogurt and fruit instead of a higher-calorie snack like chips can help you lose weight.
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When life's stresses get in the way, it's easy to reach for a bag of chips or a chocolate chip cookie. But that quick snack may end up skyrocketing your calorie count for the day.
Rather than succumbing to stress eating and thwarting your weight-loss efforts, reach for one of these healthy, 100-calorie snacks when your stomach rumbles. Bonus: They're all easy to prepare, pack and travel with.
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1. Berries and Yogurt
A light treat with a boost of immune-strengthening antioxidants may be just what you need to satisfy your hunger. Simply combine 1/3 cup blueberries or raspberries with 1/2 cup low-fat Greek yogurt (with no added sugar) for an any-time indulgence.
The combination of high-fiber carbohydrates from the berries and protein from the yogurt make it a winning combination to help with satiety.
"Berries are packed with vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that may help strengthen our immune system — and Greek yogurt is a great source of probiotics that scientific studies have positively associated with digestive health," Keri Gans, RD, a New York-based registered dietitian, nutrition expert and author of The Small Change Diet, tells us.
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2. Tomato and Feta
This refreshing, savory snack packs a nutritional punch from the vitamin C and lycopene in the tomatoes and the protein in the feta cheese.
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One medium-sized tomato (approximately the size of a tennis ball) mixed with one tablespoon of feta cheese and a squeeze of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar offers a nutritious snack under 100 calories.
Gans says this savory little nosh is a combination that will leave you feeling satiated because feta provides all three macronutrients — carbs, fat and protein — and the tomato's high water content can help with hydration.
"Tomatoes are also a good source of vitamin C and lycopene, a phytochemical that's tied to helping reduce the risk of some cancers. And adding feta cheese to this snack provides protein that can help to build and repair our muscles," she explains.
"Additionally, feta cheese is often derived from sheep, thus improving tolerance for those who are unable to tolerate cow's milk. One-quarter cup of crumbled feta has 14 percent of the RDI for calcium," according to Kylene Bogden, RDN and Wellness Advisor for Love Wellness.
3. Raw Veggies and Hummus
It's no secret that veggies offer plenty of vitamins, but they're also a great source of dietary fiber.
One cup of raw veggies and 2 tablespoons of hummus provides the perfect combination of nutrients (carbohydrates, protein and fat) that keeps you feeling fuller longer. "Chickpeas provide protein, fiber, potassium, B vitamins and iron," says Gans. "Potassium helps regulate our blood pressure and B vitamins are important for the breakdown of carbohydrates in our body."
Hummus is a great blend of protein, fat and fiber, adds Bogden. "What most people don't know is that it's a rich source of manganese, a mineral that supports bone density — and manganese is a part of the powerful antioxidant known as superoxide dismutase (SOD), which is linked to preventing disease," she says.
4. Chips and Salsa
Salsa contains antioxidants from the tomato and spices, and whole grain chips add fiber — making this a spicy and satisfying low-calorie snack.
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Add some spice to your snacking habits with a dose of chips and salsa. A serving of approximately seven baked whole-grain pita chips with 1/4 cup of chunky salsa keeps your snack to around 100 calories, says Gans. Tomato-based salsa offers antioxidants from the tomato and spices, and the fiber-rich whole-grain chips let you dip and chomp on something crunchy.
The power of tomatoes was further touted when researchers confirmed tomatoes are an important source of bioactive compounds including vitamins, antioxidants and anti-cancer compounds, according to March 2014 research the journal Mediators of Inflammation.
5. Veggie Soup
Drink up to help keep your appetite down. Sometimes it's hard to decipher between hunger and thirst, so opting for a delicious, hydrating broth might help keep hunger at bay. "Many times people think they are hungry, when in actuality they are simply dehydrated," says Gans.
Whip up a batch of vegetable soup for a snack that rings under 100 calories per cup. From carrots, tomatoes and green beans to peppers, broccoli, peas and potatoes, this nutritious nosh can help boost your energy and fill you up.
"Veggie soup is one of the best ways to help achieve your daily fiber goal for the day. A colorful bowl of veggies is rich in antioxidants, which can help reverse damage on a cellular level with every bite," says Bogden. One thing to keep in mind: "Veggie soup may be a great way to add some additional veggies to your diet — however, you should be sure to choose a low-sodium option," says Gans.
6. Hard-Boiled Eggs
Hard-boiled eggs, which contain healthy fats, vitamin D and protein, are a healthy (and convenient!) snack to take on the go.
When hunger strikes, a hard-boiled egg can satisfy your cravings. "Hard-boiled eggs are an easy, convenient and healthy snack," says Kim Hoban, RDN, a New York-based registered dietitian nutritionist.
"Eggs are cheap, easy to cook and full of nutrition," Hoban says. "Eggs come in at about 75 calories each with the yolks and provide high-quality proteins, B vitamins and choline — making them a great food for our muscles, eyes and brains."
7. Whole-Grain Bread With Almond Butter
Instead of reaching for a loaf of white bread, opt for a healthier base. "100-percent whole-grain bread may help with weight loss compared to refined breads because of its higher fiber content," says Gans.
Additionally, almond butter is high in protein and healthy fats. "Almonds are a good source of monounsaturated fats, vitamin E and fiber — and research has shown they might help decrease the risk for heart disease, maintain blood sugar control and help with weight management," she adds.
Dark chocolate is a sweet, satisfying treat that you can enjoy for under 100 calories.
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Go ahead and indulge in some sweet chocolate for under 100 calories. A square or two of dark chocolate that contains about 70 percent or more cacao may be a great way to crush your sugar cravings because it's naturally high in fiber and plant-based fat, says Bogden.
"Dark chocolate is one of the most antioxidant-rich foods on the planet," she says. Cocoa is rich in plant chemicals called flavanols that may help to protect the heart — and dark chocolate contains up to two to three times more flavanol-rich cocoa solids than milk chocolate, according to the Harvard T.H Chan School of Public Health. So when that sweet craving kicks in, make sure you reach for dark chocolate with 70 percent cacao or higher.
Unfortunately, nuts often get a bad rap since most are typically high in calories. However, you can enjoy 12 whole almonds as a nutritious, 85-calorie snack. Prepare in advance by portioning out your almonds for daily snacks, lunches and nighttime meals.
"Almonds are a good source of vitamin E, protein, fiber and monounsaturated fats," says Gans. "Research suggests that people who consume nuts on a regular basis are less likely to become overweight than those who avoid them."
10. Pistachios
Loaded with healthy fats and nutrients and also high in antioxidants and protein, these delicious nuts are the ideal snack.
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When your hunger is making you a bit nutty, reach for a healthy dose of protein. Opt for 30 in-shell pistachios; opening the shells will help slow you down. "Pistachios have fewer calories per nut than some other varieties, making them a great calorie-conscious snack," says Gans.
In fact, pistachios also provide you with more potassium and vitamin K per serving than most other nuts and are a great source of vitamin B6, thiamine and phosphorus. You'll stock up on your vitamins when opting for this crunchy, filling and convenient snack. Plus, at 3 grams of fiber for every ounce, they will keep you full for longer, says Bogden.
11. Bite-Sized Salmon on Cucumber Slices
Last night's dinner can make for a healthy, bite-sized snack during the day. When you need some energy, protein can help fill you up and give you the boost you need to make it through a busy workday. Two ounces of baked or broiled wild salmon topped on cucumber slices may just do the trick.
"Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which due to its anti-inflammatory properties may reduce risk factors for heart disease and joint pain," says Gans. "Plus, an entire cup of sliced cumber is roughly 15 calories — so the high-volume, high-fiber and low-calorie crunch will keep your brain and stomach equally happy. Cucumber is also a nice source of vitamin K and magnesium," says Bogden.
To further maximize the nutrition of your cucumbers, be sure to eat them with the skin on.
12. Green, Leafy Vegetables
Dark green, leafy vegetables are low in calories, but they deliver many nutrients including vitamins A, C and K, antioxidants, fiber, folate, calcium and iron — to name just a few.
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If variety in a snack is what you are craving, look no further than fresh greens. In any variety, they offer a great source of nutrients.
Simply combine cooked spinach, kale, Swiss chard or collard greens together and add a bit of seasoning and vegetable broth for a dose of goodness at 90 calories. Add your choice of veggies, like onions, as well as light olive oil to spruce up the taste of this concoction.
Enjoy a fresh bag of greens or shredded kale salad while on-the-go, or slurp up a mixture of greens with broth in a thermos during the day while at school or work. According to Bogden, these nutritious greens are a great source of the vitamins and minerals needed for optimal health. "Leafy greens are an awesome source of B vitamins, vitamins A and C, iron and fiber — making them the perfect natural source for energy and detoxification," she says.
13. Protein Smoothies
Create your own taste of paradise with a healthy green smoothie.
Combine 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk, 1/4 of a small banana, 1/4 cup of spinach, 1/4 scoop of protein powder and ice for a daily boost of energy. Despite its rich green color, this smoothie is a sweet and creamy treat. It's great for post-workout, too.
The nutritional benefits include a host of nutrients, such as vitamins K, C and A, along with iron, magnesium, folate and manganese. The carbs and fiber from the banana and the protein from the protein powder help to keep this nutritious beverage balanced.
14. Popcorn
When it's not drowning in butter and salt, this movie theater favorite can be a healthy snack that's low in calories and fat and high in fiber.
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It doesn't have to be movie night to break out the popcorn. As long as it's not drenched in butter and salt, Hoban says that popcorn can be a great low-calorie treat. Opt for the mini 100-calorie microwaveable bags of popcorn — or air-pop it for less than 50 calories per cup.
"Popcorn is low in calories and fat and high in fiber, making it an ideal snack," says Hoban. Spruce up this family-friendly treat by adding your favorite spices and seasonings to a bowl of freshly popped popcorn.
15. Avocado With Balsamic Vinegar
For a snack with an appetizing kick, opt for 1/4 of an avocado drizzled with balsamic vinegar, all for under 100 calories. This delicious fruit is also a heart-friendly health food with a myriad of positive benefits.
According to Gans, avocados are high in fiber and healthy fat, which will help moderate blood sugar and make you feel full longer. Avocados are also an excellent source of potassium, says Bogden. And balsamic vinegar is known for its high antioxidant content, so dig in and enjoy.
16. Fruit
Fruits provide nutrients that are key for the health and maintenance of your body, including potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin C and folate.
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Fresh fruit is a low-calorie choice for the health-conscious snacker. "Fruits like pears and apples are high in heart-healthy fiber, which may help you feel full. Additionally, berries are packed with vitamin C, which may help to strengthen your immune system and may help decrease your risk for certain cancers," Gans says.
"Eating fruit can elevate blood sugar, so pairing fruit with a teaspoon of almond or cashew butter is a delicious way to feel full while preventing a blood sugar spike," Bogden says.
17. Sunflower Seeds
Just 1/4 cup of sunflower seeds are a heart-healthy snack that may help ease inflammation and strengthen your bones.
Sunflower seeds, a convenient on-the-go treat, contain a good source of selenium, magnesium and copper to keep your bones strong, and antioxidants linked to reduced inflammation.
"Sunflower seeds make for a great snack rich in vitamin E," says Gans. To keep this snack at 100 calories, portion out around 2 tablespoons of seeds.
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Que Sera Sera is a magnificent show that pays homage to one of Hollywood's greatest stars – Doris Day.
Que Sera Sera is a show that celebrates the lady and the music as we take our audience on a factual musical timeline through Doris Day's career in music and film.
We start at the beginning of her career during the big band days and then take you on a 'Sentimental Journey' to the Hollywood movies that made her the legend that is Doris Day.
This show will be your 'Secret Love' as our three international vocalists supported by a team of professional dancers perform these beautiful songs leaving you feeling 'Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered' and full of nostalgia – simply wishing we were back to those good old days.
Que Sera Sera has wonderful music and great costumes all complimented by stunning choreography and video projection depicting some wonderful vintage footage of a bygone era.
Que Sera Sera doesn't mimic the sound and movements of Doris Day – we think she is worth much more than that!
The show is a fan's tribute to the fantastic songs and memories that Doris Day and her music gave every generation. You'll hear all these classic songs including;
Sentimental Journey
Bewitched, Bothered, Bewildered
Ready, Willing & Able
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REDDING, Calif. - Though their name is not indicative of a school wrought with athletics prowess, Academy of Art University of San Francisco displayed that they are not only creative off the court but on the court as well. The Simpson University Lady Red Hawks put up a valiant fight against the second year NCAA DII program but came up short 71-63.
The first half was a battle of wills for both teams. The Urban Knights built an early 15-4 lead with 12 minutes to play in the first half. The Lady Red Hawks displayed their mental toughness by forcing turnovers from their stalwart defensive effort. The Urban Knights answered with a 10 point run in the next five minutes to work the score back up to 25-15. Once again, the Red Hawks answered the challenge going on a 13-2 run of their own, going into halftime up 28-27. Kayla Rackley led the first half surge for the Red Hawks scoring seven of her 13 points in that time.
After the break, both teams made the necessary adjustments to lessen the scoring swings that defined the first half. Academy of Art's Sondra Stillwell and Lorraine Etchell took over for the Knights scoring 15 points each in the second half alone. The Red Hawks did not go away quietly. Paige Barret and Liz Thomas combined to score 17points.
With 1:30 to go, Rackley hit a three to bringing the Red Hawks within seven points of the Urban Knights. On the following play, Thomas was fouled wrangling in a defensive rebound. With the Urban Knights in double penalty, Thomas went to the line and connected on both free throws. Academy of Art's Ashleigh Frazier was fouled at the top of the key and also went to the line connecting on one-of-two free throws. Thomas answered yet again with a 15 foot jump shot to make it a four point game. The Red Hawks were able to play solid defense and stopped the Urban Knights from scoring. With 30 seconds to go, the ball fell into Rackley's hands. Rackley saw an opening on the right side of the court, drove to the baseline, and took the ball up strong. She was called for an offensive foul giving the ball back to the Academy of Art. It was just a matter of making free throws for the Urban Knights after that as Simpson was forced to foul for the duration of the game.
Simpson finished with four players in double figures: Rackley, Thomas and Barrett. Turnovers hurt the Red Hawks as they gave the ball up 26 times during the contest.
Simpson now faces Western Oregon University on Dec. 4 at home in the Heritage Student Life Center. Tip-off is at 5 p.m.


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Frank Darabont's Amazing Walking Dead Episode That You'll Never See
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Wondering how the second half of Walking Dead season two will be different without Frank Darabont at the wheel? Here's one brilliant storyline the ex-show runner had planned, which was straight out of the Twilight Zone. And sadly, it will probably never see the light of day.
Hear all about Darabont's lost episode from the zombie who was trapped in the Tank with Grimes, Sam Witwer.
If you've seen the pilot episode of The Walking Dead, then you're familiar with Rick's run-in with the tank zombie, who was played by none other than the square-jawed vampire from Being Human, Sam Witwer. But it turns out this wasn't the last we were supposed to see of the tank zombie. In an interview with Parnormal Pop Culture Witwer (who has worked with Darabont before) revealed the awesome backstory Darabont was hoping to tell:
[Darabont said to me], "Look, I think it would be really cool to tell a prequel story about how Atlanta fell. Do Black Hawk Down, but with zombies. And have a few main characters pass through, like a Twilight Zone episode [and] the lead will be you. And your character will go through and you're a soldier and all these horrible things happen, the chain of command breaks down, and eventually you have to take out your superior officer to save a bunch of people. Then, eventually in the end, you get bit."
And [Darabont is] pitching me this, "You're crawling and you crawl into this tank and you have this grenade and you're going to blow yourself up. But you set the grenade next to you and you die. Then, we reprise the scene from the pilot, where Rick crawls in the tank and there's a zombie there."
And if you look closely, I played that zombie because we were setting up this prequel we were going to do. If you watch the pilot of Walking Dead, that's me in the tank as the zombie. And then Rick blasts him and he gets deafened, and he gets that grenade which saves him at the end of the season. Well, we were going to tell the history of the grenade. We were going to tell, also, how another character who is being introduced in the second season how he comes to a certain thing. They were going to do all this cool stuff. Not doing it now. Why? Because AMC wanted to save a few bucks. That's just one example of the king of cool, awesome forethought that this guy put into the show that is now absolutely for naught.
Damnit this makes us so angry. Just this one story alone makes the magical grenade that popped up at the end of the season 1,000 times less ridiculous.
Here's the full interview, which is well worth watching in its entirety.
So, are we all still optimistic for the back end of Walking Dead season two — especially now that we know what we could have had?
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Carrying on from where Episode 1 left off, King Graham continues in his quest to search for a cure to free his children (Alexander and Rosella) from an evil curse that has left them comatose. Graham had been told by the Arch Druid that the only way to free his children from the curse, is to enter their dreams by means of a spell. He had been given a magical scroll which will guide him to finding the ingredients needed for the spell.
Now, after surviving an unnatural storm, Graham begins searching The Green Isles for the ingredients he needs. The magical scroll guides him as he desperately searches for a magical bag, an animated vessel, and a lethal liquid. His journey takes him through the Isle of the Crown, Isle of the Sacred Mountain, and Isle of Wonder, where he meets a multitude of wondrous characters that both help and hinder him. So will he finds the ingredients he needs for the spell? Not without your help!
The Silver Lining Episode 2: Two Households is the second episode in a 5-part series, and it continues the story from where Episode 1 left off. Episode 1 is also summarised at the beginning of Episode 2, to refresh your memory. As before, a taskbar at top of the screen (move your mouse up there) allows you to interact with the game world, using icons for Walk, Look, Take, or Talk. If you find walking too slow, simply double-click to make Graham run. You also have access to your inventory though this taskbar (make sure you look at everything you are carrying in your inventory - you never know what clues will be revealed). You can also Save, Load, or Quit the game at any time via the taskbar. Game options are very customizable, allowing you to play full screen or windowed mode, subtitles on or off, etc. Even the narrator can be turned on or off.
The same high standard of graphics we saw in the previous episode of The Silver Lining are continued here. So much attention-to-detail can be seen everywhere you look. Characters themselves move realistically, and show a variety of facial expressions. For example, their eyes blink, and look around, like you would expect any real person to. And their mouths move as they talk. All the characters (and there are many of them) casts wonderful shadows that move when they move. Some of my favourite characters include the Arch Druid (with his magnificent head dress), Jollo (the loveable clown with a wicked sense of humour), Hole In The Wall (who couldn't love him?), Mag-Gnat (he is beautifully animated), and the Sea-Nymphs (their wings are so beautiful).
Other effects definitely don't disappoint either. For example, I love the way the tree branches (when talking to Arch Druid) move around in the breeze. The magical scroll is very effective, and the ingredients are scored off as you find them. Hassan's boat bobs up and down in the water realistically. Stalls in the market are interesting, and very detailed. The magic carpet stall was my favourite - I hope we'll see more of that in future episodes. Shamir's (the genie) beard definitely deserves a special mention - I love that beard! When talking to people, conversations choices are shows as topics at bottom of the screen. Simply click on a topic to discuss that subject.
The sound track is available to download from here - http://www.postudios.com/blog/?page_id=4&category=6 .
Music and sound effects are also very impressive. The background music is wonderfully rich, and accompanies the game throughout, without distracting you from the game itself. The sound of the fountain in Market Square is lovely, and it makes me want to jump right in to the water. I also love the sound as the Sea Nymphs are swimming around in the sea.
Voice acting is just right, with each character sounding just as I would expect them too. The narrator is one of my favourites, and she has some hilarious lines. Jollo the clown is kinda goofy-sounding, which matches his character perfectly. The painful 'OOoooooooooooooooooooohhhhhh' from the vines in Isle of Wonders is so effective!
The Silver Lining Episode 2 is just as impressive as Episode 1, if not more so! The game itself is much longer, and has more puzzles. The wide array of characters are fascinating (especially Hole In The Wall), and stalls in Market Square are incredibly detailed, making me want to look round the place. The story & dialogue is top-notch, and the rich graphics are stunning. Music is beautiful, and a pleasure to listen to. Voice-casting is also very impressive, with each character sounding just right! Jollo definitely has to be my favourite. He just sounds so... goofy!
One drawback is that you have to download Episodes 1 & 2 at the same time, making it a large download. And you must register at the Silver Lining site before being able to download it. A bit strange, but at least it's free to register. But those are only minor points. I highly recommend this game. Any adventure fan will love The Silver Lining, but King's Quest fans will especially appreciate revisiting familiar lands and characters.


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"It won't happen without investments"
31.10.2019 | SP National Councilman Roger Nordmann a guest at Axpo
Renewable energy Solar energy
The expansion of photovoltaics in Switzerland has potential. National Councilman Roger Nordmann and Axpo representatives agree on this point. However, there are a number of challenges to master. Those challenges were discussed yesterday at Axpo. The point of departure was Nordmann's latest book «Sonne für den Klimaschutz: Ein Solarplan für die Schweiz» (Sun for climate protection: Solar plan for Switzerland).
Photovoltaics is not new territory for Axpo: With the French subsidiary, Urbasolar, Axpo has a great deal of solar energy know-how at its disposal along the entire value chain. In Switzerland, the subsidiary CKW is firmly rooted in the solar business. "We would like to do more in the solar area in Switzerland," stressed Christoph Sutter, Head of the New Energies division, yesterday at the Axpo management event with some 100 Axpo managers in attendance. Axpo sees various business fields in solar, but only if the framework conditions are right. Hence, Axpo is most willing to take up the dialogue with policy makers.
Solar plan for Switzerland
The discussion partner on the panel was SP National Councilman Roger Nordmann. He presented his solar plan and explained how he intends to realise an expansion of solar capacities in Switzerland from today 2 to 50 GW in the upcoming years. Nordmann estimates that Switzerland will need an additional 40 to 45 TWh of electricity after the nuclear phase-out and owing to the new climate goals based on the de-carbonisation of transport and households. He wants to fill this gap with solar power.
But, solar power is only generated when the sun is shining. Here there some important factors to observe around the expansion of PV in Switzerland: In order to solve the problem of summer surplus production and the winter shortages – since more power is used during these months – Roger Nordmann wants to shift summer power production to the winter by means of peak shaving (see article on the right). When electricity production exceeds consumption in the summer, this power would be used to fill storage systems, instead of for solar harvesting, transport and other storage systems.
Winter power is crucial
Thanks to peak shaving, power can be redistributed until nearly the end of November. However, Nordmann sees the true challenge in having enough power for the remaining winter months. There is still no solution for long-term storage. In addition to raising existing dams, he proposes power-to-gas and seasonal thermal storage, as well as combined cycle gas-fired and steam power plants. At first glance, this seems surprising because in principle the President of Swissolar is for de-carbonisation. However, Nordmann is striving for 100-per cent domestic supply in Switzerland throughout the entire year. To achieve this, Switzerland would need several solutions of its own to fill the power gap during the winter months.
Framework conditions
Alena Weibel, Head of Public Affairs, emphasised that Axpo wants to do more in the area of renewables in Switzerland, "but we can only expand in areas that are profitable for us." This is precisely the important point: The various permit processes, applications, planning specifications, inspection confirmations, etc. are currently too complicated and strongly regulated. "In particular, the framework conditions must be adapted for PV large-scale plants with no own consumption," stipulates Alena Weibel. Roger Nordmann agrees: "PV plants can only thrive on the market if investments can be recouped." There is an urgent need for an investment framework that creates incentives for the expansion of solar plants in Switzerland.
Axpo and SP member Nordmann have a great deal in common, not just the colour red: Roger Nordmann with the Chairman & CEO ad interim Thomas Sieber
The panel participants agree: In the upcoming years. Switzerland needs enormous growth in the expansion of PV. "The potential is huge and we must start with expansion today," emphasised Andy Heiz, Deputy CEO & Head of the Production and Grids division. Investments must be made and the framework conditions adapted. First and foremost this lies in the hands of policy makers. Axpo is available for a dialogue and an exchange.
About Roger Nordmann
Roger Nordmann, born in 1973 in Lausanne, is the Federal Assembly Chairman of the Social Democratic Party, a member of the National Council Commission for the Environment, Spatial Planning and Energy UREK. He studied political science and economics. Nordmann is recognised as an expert for energy and climate issues, advocates an effective climate policy on national and international levels, and is the President of Swissolar, the Swiss trade association for solar energy.
With his book "Sonne für den Klimaschutz – Ein Solarplan für die Schweiz" he calls for a concrete energy strategy based on state-of-the-art technology.


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"""
Test OEChem utilities.
"""
import shutil
import tempfile
import unittest

from .. import MolReader, MolWriter

class TestChem(unittest.TestCase):
    """
    Test OEChem utilities.
    """
    def setUp(self):
        """
        Set up tests.
        """
        smiles = 'CC(=O)OC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)O aspirin'
        self.temp_dir = tempfile.mkdtemp()
        _, self.filename = tempfile.mkstemp(dir=self.temp_dir, suffix='.smi')
        with open(self.filename, 'wb') as f:
            f.write(smiles)
        self.reader = MolReader()
        self.writer = MolWriter()

    def tearDown(self):
        """
        Clean up tests.
        """
        shutil.rmtree(self.temp_dir)

    def test_read(self):
        """
        Test MolReader.
        """
        self.reader.open(self.filename)
        mols = list(self.reader.get_mols())
        assert len(mols) == 1
        for mol in mols:
            assert mol.IsValid()

    def test_write(self):
        """
        Test MolWriter.
        """
        self.reader.open(self.filename)
        mols = list(self.reader.get_mols())
        self.reader.close()

        # write molecules to new file
        _, filename = tempfile.mkstemp(dir=self.temp_dir, suffix='.sdf')
        self.writer.open(filename)
        self.writer.write(mols)

        # read the written file
        self.reader.open(filename)
        mols = list(self.reader.get_mols())
        assert len(mols) == 1
        for mol in mols:
            assert mol.IsValid()


Hello Mahesh, you can shed between 50-100 hairs daily , this is quite normal. if you think it is more than this you may require a vitamin boost or a visit to a Trichologist to confirm your hair loss.
I�ve been contemplating getting a nape undercut for a while but I have been advised against it. I have thick, black, frizzy hair with loose curls (not coily). I would say that I range from a 3c-3a. I think that the nape undercut would lighten the volume and help with the heat in the summer. My only concern is how it will look whilst it is growing out. Do you have any tips? Also can you confirm that this style would help with the volume and help keep me cooler during the hotter months?
The undercut would definitely make you cooler through the summer months. The back of the head is always the hottest and I know myself when I wear my hair curly I just want to tie it up to avoid overheating. This is also a great way to reduce the volume of your hair too, however you have to take into account that you would lose the longest bit of your length, as this comes from the nape. Your new length would be your longest layer from the crown area. If you are not daring enough to get it shaved, you could consider booking into a salon to have it braided at the back of your nape, so you could see what the reduced volume would look like. I think this would be the best option before going for it! Good luck.
These things are always tricky, this has happened because you are working with 1 product and 2 different base tones. You will need a base tone on the root to either deepen the colour or tone it down a shade.
It is really hard to do this yourself as you will be overlapping again and maybe creating a third colour.
Wait and go to the hairdresser they will advise you and have a better eye to see where the colour needs placing this in the long run will save you time and hassle.