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8 Vague Quotes from Hillary's Bryn Mawr Speech Prove She's Running in 2016
By Simon van Zuylen-Wood·	 7/10/2013, 12:31 p.m.
Hillary Clinton was speaking at Bryn Mawr yesterday as part of the Women in Public Service Project she launched a couple years ago. Here is a list of comments Hillary made, taken completely out of context, that reveal her deep-seated motivation to run for president in 2016.
Quote: "I may have left the state department…but I am absolutely committed to the cause of [women in public service.]"
Translation: I'm coming baaaack.
Quote: "I don't think its enough for use to say in today's world, we should do something because it's the right thing to do or because we believe that it should be done."
Translation: As you probably already know, I'm completely self-interested and hence running for president again.
Quote: "I'm a big believer in evidence."
Translation: According to a recent poll, I am currently a 63%-13% favorite for the Democratic nomination.
Quote: "A speech is not a policy. A speech does not by itself create change."
Translation: I would make a better president than Barack Obama.
Quote: "Men and women leaders are often paralyzed by the problems they face… They don't know how to break through the obstacles that exist."
Translation: I do.
Quote: "We need more leaders who say no to business as usual."
Translation: I will.
Quote: "We need to expand what we need by women's leadership."
Translation: By electing a woman president in the United States of America.
Quote: Of course, I, and I'm sure many of you want to see more women as heads of state and government. I always get into trouble when I say that.
Translation: Self-explanatory.
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ParaWare, LLC created the mino shoe wear sensor that shows runner when their shoes are worn out so they don't get hurt.
Although it was not a big topic in our Sandbox sessions, Brenna had talked about boot-strapping, finding alternative solutions to problems without spending money. She used empty cardboard boxes to manage her orders and picks on the manufacturing floor. We needed a container to organize the circuit boards during epoxy and organizing the final assmebly. We went to the dollar store and bought $1 cookie trays to keep our orders organized. This tray is for Capital City Runner - who just opened another store. I wonder how that will effect their next order?
Our lead mentor had asked us to think outside our own business plan - get connected to peers in the same space and see what they are doing. We reconnected with Mike Neubauer (Dir of Operations Dry+Goods) whose company is 2 years ahead of ours. Although his market enterance was the same (through run-specialty stores), he has pulled ahead with a strong pull strategy. He is finding great success in driving retailer interest by establishing end-consumer demand. His product shows very well at races, major sport events, and at fitness expos. Maybe we can co-show at a marathon in Florida.
We will colaborate with him as we startup our consumer pull stategy. He may turn out to be the hidden gem we have been looking for.
Took advice of guest Entrepeneurs to use testimonials as Joe and Parul suggested, and put up a testimonial on our website.
Not only is she a runner, she lives on the South Shore, and she is our target audience.
We are glad to have her on board.
BTW - Russ found her on Craig's list.
2. She paid credit card - cash now is king for a startup.


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package com.heliosapm.utils.file;

import java.io.File;
import java.io.FileFilter;
import java.util.Collections;
import java.util.EnumSet;
import java.util.LinkedHashSet;
import java.util.Set;

import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.ContainsNameFileFilter;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.EndsWithNameFileFilter;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.ExactNameFileFilter;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.FileMod;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.FileModFileFilter;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.FileType;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.FileTypeFileFilter;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.LinkFileFileFilterFactory;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.RegexNameFileFilter;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.SizeRangeFileFilter;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.StartsWithNameFileFilter;
import com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filters.TimeRangeFileFilter;

/**
 *
Title: Filters

 *
Description: Some pre-defined file filters

 *
Company: Helios Development Group LLC

 * @author Whitehead (nwhitehead AT heliosdev DOT org)
 *
com.heliosapm.utils.file.Filter

 */

public enum Filter implements FileFilterFactory {
	/** Exact match against the file name. Args are: name, case sens. (see {@link ExactNameFileFilter}) */
	EXACT(new ExactNameFileFilter()),
	/** Uses regex pattern match against the file name. Args are: pattern, case sens. (see {@link RegexNameFileFilter}) */
	PATTERN(new RegexNameFileFilter()),
	/** Matches where the file name ends with. Args are: ending str, case sens. (see {@link EndsWithNameFileFilter}) */
	ENDSWITH(new EndsWithNameFileFilter()),
	/** Matches where the file name starts with. Args are: starting str, case sens. (see {@link StartsWithNameFileFilter}) */
	STARTSWITH(new StartsWithNameFileFilter()),
	/** Matches where the file name contains. Args are: contained str, case sens. (see {@link ContainsNameFileFilter}) */
	CONTAINS(new ContainsNameFileFilter()),
	/** Matches against the file size. Args are: min size [max size]. (see {@link SizeRangeFileFilter}) */
	SIZE(new SizeRangeFileFilter()),
	/** Matches against the file time. Args are: min time [max time]. (see {@link TimeRangeFileFilter}) */
	TIME(new TimeRangeFileFilter()),
	/** Matches against the file size. Args are: {@link FileType}. (see {@link FileTypeFileFilter}) */
	TYPE(new FileTypeFileFilter()),
	/** Matches against the file size. Args are: {@link FileMod} array. (see {@link FileModFileFilter}) */
	MOD(new FileModFileFilter()),
	/** Matches against link files. Args are an optional array of {@link FileFilter}s to apply to the linked file) */
	LINK(new LinkFileFileFilterFactory());

	/** A set of the filters employing the case-insen boolean as arg[1] */
	public static final Set<Filter> CASE_FILTERS = Collections.unmodifiableSet(EnumSet.of(PATTERN, ENDSWITH, STARTSWITH, CONTAINS));

	private Filter(final FileFilterFactory factory) {
		this.factory = factory;
	}

	private final FileFilterFactory factory;

	@Override
	public FileFilter create(final Object... args) {
		return factory.create(args);
	}

}

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'The Wizard Of Oz' Returning To Theaters For 80th Anniversary
By The Movie God | @ | Thursday, January 3rd, 2019 at 12:00 pm
Considered one of the greatest movies of all time, The Wizard of Oz is set to make a return to the big screen in celebration of its 80th anniversary.
The movie, which starred Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr, Jack Haley, Frank Morgan, Billie Burke, and Margaret Hamilton, will be returning to select theaters for three days later this month.
You can find much more info and a promo video below.
If you're unable to make it to one of the screenings below you can always grab a copy of the movie on Blu-ray over at Amazon for fairly cheap. Here's some info on the movie from the manufacturer:
We're Off to See the Wizard!
One of the best-loved movies of all time, The Wizard of Oz is the heartwarming tale of a young Kansas girl, Dorothy Gale, and her little dog, Toto, who are whisked away by a violent twister to the magical land of Oz. Accompanied by her new-found friends "" a brainless scarecrow, a tin man with no heart and a cowardly lion "" she sets off down the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City to find the wizard who can help her get back home.
During filming, Judy Garland had to wear a painful corset device to make her appear younger and flat chested.
As part of Ray Bolger's makeup, he wore a rubber mask with a woven pattern to suggest cloth. By the time the film was finished, the mask had left a pattern of lines on his face that took more than a year to fade away.
Bert Lahr's costume was made from a real lion skin and weighed 90 pounds.
"Over the Rainbow" is number one on the American Film Institute's list of top 100 movie songs of all time.
The Wizard of Oz is number six on the American Film Institute's list of 100 greatest films of all time.
The song "Over the Rainbow" was nearly cut from the film because the studio thought that it made the Kansas segment too long and that it was degrading for Judy Garland to sing in a barnyard.
The ruby slippers worn by Dorothy are on permanent display at the Smithsonian Institution.
The Wizard of Oz returns to theaters on January 27th, January 29th, and January 30th.
You can click right here to see if it's playing near you and secure some tickets.
A special 80th anniversary event is coming to select theaters. In this classic musical fantasy, Judy Garland stars as Dorothy Gale, a young Kansas farm girl who dreams of a land "somewhere over the rainbow." Dorothy's dream comes true when she, her dog, Toto, and her family's house are transported by a tornado to a bright and magical world unlike anything she has seen before. Unfortunately, she makes a mortal enemy of a wicked witch when the house falls on the hag's sister. Now, befriended by a scarecrow without a brain, a tin man with no heart and a cowardly lion–and protected by a pair of enchanted ruby slippers–Dorothy sets off along a yellow brick road for the Emerald City to beseech the all-powerful Wizard of Oz for his help to return home.
Fans young and old won't want to miss this special showing! This beloved classic includes special insight from Turner Classic Movies.
Topics: Movies, News
Tags: Bert Lahr, Billie Burke, Fathom Events, Frank Morgan, Jack Haley, Judy Garland, Margaret Hamilton, Ray Bolger, TCM, The Wizard of Oz, Turner Classic Movies
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You can't get much more luxurious than a stay at The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay. The views from here are unmatched! With beautiful sunsets, a rugged coastline, sweeping green golf courses, and a cool coastal breeze, you'll definitely feel like you are getting away from it all. The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay has many room and suite options, but to make the most of your stay try to get an ocean front room. We called the Ocean Front Terrace Fire Pit Room home for the weekend. This room was not located in the main building, but off to the side, so it was much more quiet and peaceful. We got our own outdoor fire pit to enjoy, along with a million dollar view!
The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay has enough to keep you busy all day. Spend the afternoon golfing, swimming, biking, hiking, or just lounging on their back patio with a glass of wine, or hit up their hot chocolate bar. They also have great dining options, so you never have to leave!
Reserve a window table at Navio and you are in for a treat. Navio specializes in seafood dishes that are both artfully designed and delicious. Some of the platings were so pretty that we didn't want to eat them, but of course we still did…and loved it! Favorite dishes of ours were the NAVIO Seafood Platter, Black Cod, Diver Scallops, and Dover Sole. If you love seafood, you can't go wrong here. This is the perfect restaurant to celebrate a special occasion and pop a bottle to go along with those raw oysters!
The Conservatory at the Ritz is a more casual dining option. It is still a great place to sit back and enjoy some wonderfully crafted drinks, food, and picturesque views. The Conservatory menu differs from Navio and they also have a separate bar area if you are just stopping by for drinks. The room has large windows, comfy couches, different plants, and a living wall- giving the whole place a fresh and welcoming feel. We enjoyed a full dinner complete with cocktails, steak, pasta, and dessert. It was a perfect meal after a long day!
Who knew there was a cheesecake bakery in the middle of Half Moon Bay? Elegant Cheese Cakes makes more than cheesecake, they specialize in unique "over the top" cake masterpieces for any occasion. Customers can customize the taste and look of any cake they can dream up. Their works of art have been featured on television programs as Good Morning America, the Food Network, Oprah's Wedding Day Show, and Evening Magazine. Seeing some of their cakes really makes your imagination run wild! See some of the cakes they've made below or contact them HERE to place your own order.
The Barn is an adorable burger stop right on the Cabrillo Highway. On a nice day grab an outdoor seat and try out some tasty farm to barn cuisine! Our favorite dishes were the Barn Burger, the Pork Witch, and mac and cheese lovers will have to try out the Mac Attack (fried macaroni and cheese). They source the best local meats and veggies for their dishes and the quality shows. This is a great casual dog and family friendly local restaurant.
This newly opened Wine Room is a terrific stop along the highway. The owners are very knowledgeable and offer great tasting options. Stop in and spend some time sipping, or grab a bottle to go and enjoy it by the ocean.
Beer lovers have to make a stop at Half Moon Bay Brewing Company. Seats on the outdoor patio are first come first served, or you can call ahead and reserve a seat indoors. If you are a first timer, try out their beer tasting flight to get a sample of everything before deciding on a pint.
The beer here tastes even better when accompanied by some great food! The Seafood Duo (cevice and tuna poke), fried calamari, and Fisherman's Stew were our favorites along with a glass of their seasonal Blackberry Belgian Blonde. Where else can you find purple beer?!
In addition to the brewery and restaurant, Half Moon Bay Brewing Company also offers cooking classes, beer making classes, an Inn, and more! They have spaces to host private parties and weddings, or rent their Traveling Tap Room for your next event.
If you venture into downtown Half Moon Bay, you'll find Garden Apothecary. This darling shop creates amazing botanical remedies and beauty products. Everything is all-natural so you don't have to worry about any unknown chemicals tainting your body. They also carry quality gardening products and household items. You'll be sure to find some unique local treasures to take home with you if you stop in. We loved the face masks and locally harvested teas.
We've never been to a plant store quite like this before. Located off Highway 92, you can't miss the giant sign that reads "Carnivorous Plants". The World's Rarest Plants building is filled with all sorts of interesting things like: Fairy Gardens, Fly Traps, and Pitcher Plants. They specialize in "insect eating" plants which are a great "green" answer to any insect problems you may have at home. Head in to learn more about these unique plants and take a look at their awesome Fairy Gardens or learn how to start your own!
Pillar Point Harbor is a great place to wander around and check out the docked ships. Sometimes you can even purchase fresh fish from right off the boats once they have just returned from the open sea. You'll get great prices and the freshness can't be beat. There are also many small shops and restaurants lining the harbor, so grab a cup of clam chowder or some fried calamari. Pro tip: if you want fresh fish, go in the late morning when the fishermen are just coming back in with their catch. Too early and they won't be back yet, too late, the fish will be gone!
The Fitzgerald Marine Reserve is a great place to explore with the family. There are tide pools, beaches, and beautiful trails along the coast and through a cypress forest. Make sure to check the tide schedule since the tide pools can only be seen when the tide is low. If you have children, there are many educational and summer camp programs available through the Friends of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. Parking here is free and there are bathrooms. Some of the trails are dog friendly, so bring the furry one along for the fun!
This trail runs parallel to the Pacific Ocean and is a great way to see some amazing views. It is also bike and dog friendly, so take the whole family out to get some exercise! We started on the trail behind The Ritz and meandered along the coastline.
We frequent Half Moon Bay but there's still so much more to see. Love having access to our beautiful California Coast so easily. Nothing like hearing the waves crashing and feeling the salty air on your face!
Great post! We are planning on spending a weekend in Half Moon Bay soon and will be using this guide. Thanks for sharing!


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Geomorphology can be defined simply as the study of landforms. Landforms are the result of the interaction between what Ritter (1978) has called the driving and resisting forces. The driving forces or processes are the methods by which energy is exerted on earth materials and include both surface, geomorphological or exogenous processes and subsurface, geological or endogenous processes. The resisting forces are the surface materials with their inherent resistances determined by a complex combination of rock properties. Stated in these simple terms it would be expected that both sides of the equation be given equal weight in syntheses of landform evolution. However, this has not been the case. Until about the 1950s, geomorphology was mainly descriptive and concerned with producing time-dependent models of landscape evolution. Although the form of the land was the main focus, there was little detailed mention of process and scant attention to the properties of surface materials. There were, of course, exceptions. In the late 19th century G.K. Gilbert was stressing the equilibrium between landforms and processes. Many hydrologists were examining the detailed workings of river 'systems and drainage basins, culminating in the classic paper of Horton (1945).
The causes of mass movements, and their manifestations, are recorded in a series of detailed site reports. This book includes a version of the Multilingual Landslide Glossary - an international standard for the description of landslides - and the rationale and methods of Geological Conservation Review site selection for mass-movement features.


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It must have been the hyenas. On my first night in Betsy's House, I could hear them out there in the dark talking about their day in their unique howling "Whrrrooooooooooop" noise. Switching off my solar lantern, I lay there thinking #1, this is just SO cool and #2 about my own day and the…
IWD: The Rights Women in the West Take for Granted Are Still a Dream in Tanzania
By Anne Wadsworth
This International Women's Day, we implore you to truly think internationally. The rights we western women have enjoyed for decades are not yet guaranteed to women and girls in towns and villages in countries all over the world. While we fight for equal pay, stature and opportunity, women in other countries are just beginning to…
Female Genital Mutilation and What We Can Do To Stop It
I recently returned from Kitenga, Tanzania, where our organization, Girls Education Collaborative (GEC), is working with a community-led initiative to create more opportunities for girls through education. Days after returning to the US, I turned around to leave for Washington, DC to participate in the first US Summit to End Violence Against Girls. While in…
Girls Being Girls in Kitenga
Dear Friends, I have recently returned from an almost three week stay in Tanzania. It was a trip like none other. For the first time since five years ago, when GEC became a part of this incredible project, there were girls on campus- living in the dorms. Attending classes. Doing homework under solar lanterns. Playing…
A True Collaboration- Our First Project
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KITENGA UPDATE: "Truly Remarkable"
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Kitenga School for Girls – an important update
It starts with a vision on how to make a better world. This particular vision is to empower women and put an end to female genital mutilation and child marriages. It is a vision to lift an under-served and impoverished community towards a better, more dignified life. It began over 20 years ago when the…
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Genetics, molecular biology research to benefit from anonymous $1M gift
Home|FEATURED STORIES, RESEARCH|Genetics, molecular biology research to benefit from anonymous $1M gift
A $1 million gift from a donor who wishes to remain anonymous will fund two areas at Fresno State: student research in genetics and molecular biology and The President's Circle for Excellence, University President Joseph I. Castro announced today.
With several community dignitaries and faculty present in the courtyard of the University's Science II Building, the president also formally introduced the new dean of the College of Science and Mathematics, Dr. Christopher Meyer, who began his new role July 20.
Castro said that $500,000 of the gift will fund undergraduate, team-based research in biology or chemistry that features experiences for students in genetics and molecular biology in the college.
The other half of the donation is for The President's Circle for Excellence, an existing fund maintained by the Fresno State Foundation for private gifts to be distributed at the discretion of the University president to meet smaller program needs on campus.
Examples of President's Circle programs include the DiscoverE student tablet initiative, the Student Cupboard, the Good Samaritan Fund and scholarships.
Castro expressed gratitude for the donor's generosity to help strengthen the University's mission and fuel student success.
"By elevating academic experiences and supporting undergraduate research we are opening new opportunities for our students to grow into the next generation of medical professionals and scientists and to be more prepared for the job market after graduation and beyond," Castro said."On behalf of our students, faculty and staff, I'd like to express our deep gratitude to this visionary donor. This investment aligns with Fresno State's strategic direction to enhance teaching and learning opportunities for our students and to remove barriers towards achieving the dream of a higher education. This act of kindness and compassion for our students is inspiring."
At the event, Meyer said the science and math portion of the gift will support the incorporation of authentic and cutting-edge interdisciplinary research into chemistry and biology laboratory courses, centering on modern genetics, molecular biology and biotechnology.
"The 'learn by doing' approach in Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) has been shown to enhance student technical, critical thinking and communication skills that are critical for the 21st century workforce," Meyer said. "This gift will allow for many more students to participate in the high-impact practice of research, providing more opportunities for students to present their research at regional and national meetings and publish with faculty mentors."
This underscores the College of Science and Mathematics' primary goal, he said: "to graduate the next generation of scientists and mathematicians, teachers, technicians, health professionals and field researchers."
He said this force of scholars "will contribute solutions to real-world, complex and interdisciplinary challenges the Central Valley and our society faces with respect to food, energy, water, human health and the environment."
The college and its seven academic departments — biology, chemistry, computer science, earth and environmental sciences, mathematics, physics and psychology — serve students seeking future careers in science and technology.
The College of Science and Mathematics' "rigorous and engaging curriculum and programs" are designed to best prepare students for success in graduate education and health professions training as well as for a variety of career options that include industry, K-12 teaching, clinical practice, government and higher education, Meyer said.
Some previous college projects include groundbreaking research that played a key role in developing a new approach to understanding the role of environmental toxins in ALS and Alzheimer's disease and a program that researched the correlation between pesticides and breast cancer among Latina farm workers.
Meyer also announced that renovated biology and chemistry labs will open Oct. 30.
Prior to taking over as dean, Meyer was a program director in the Division of Biological Infrastructure at the National Science Foundation in Arlington, Virginia. He earned a bachelor's degree in chemistry from California State University, Chico in 1985 followed by his Ph.D. in biochemistry from the University of California, Riverside in 1990. The biochemist served as a postdoctoral scholar (1990-93) and a visiting research assistant professor (1993-94) at Michigan State University.
Meyer has secured millions of dollars in external funding and published and presented work with students at many regional, national and international meetings. His students have won regional and national awards for their research and gone on to top graduate and professional schools as well as successful careers in industry.
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By Robert Steele
Huff looked at the hurled noise of the video screen. He thought if he looked hard enough he'd be able to see something—a ship, a piece of metal, maybe something belonging to the Gurgoji. But there was just the noise. The fuzz of it was so intense that it hurt Huff's eyes. He had to blink a few times just to clear his vision.
"Well that was a waste," said Amber, the project lead. "Basically we spent millions of dollars just to get what amounts to a television with bad reception."
"Maybe," said Huff. "But I'm hoping maybe we'll get a response from the Gurgoji. Maybe to them this is mission accomplished."
Amber slammed her fist on the table. Her red-rimmed glasses bounced up on her nose. "We might not find out for decades. I could be dead by then." She took out the elastic from her ponytail, letting her dry, brittle curls settle across her shoulders. She rubbed at the crow's feet around her eyes.
The six others around the oval oak table looked tense. Their shoulders were scrunched up to their necks. They were important people—heads of engineering, research, construction. But they all spoke carefully around Amber.
"Turn it off," said Amber. "It's just annoying me having to watch this. My life's work. Putting together the right team. What a waste."
Huff rolled his eyes.
She saw him. "What the hell was that?"
"We need to be patient. If there's a time to be patient, it's now."
Amber stood and walked around the table keeping her eyes fixed on Huff. She held up a finger. "I have waited fifty years for this moment. I was a little girl when the Gurgoji landed. There was absolute panic. The military put everyone on lock down. I was young then, but I remember seeing the looks on my parents' faces. The absolute horror. But when we found out they were doing what amounts to a handshake, there was complete joy. I wanted to make my parents proud by reaching out to the Gurgoji. I have spent fifty years trying to do so."
"You don't understand. You couldn't possibly understand. You're twenty-five."
"Yes I am."
"Genius out of school, right? You've spent half as long trying to accomplish this feat. Do you understand why I might not be as patient as you are?"
"Yes," he said. It was easier to just agree with her and move on.
The coffin-like MRI machine scanned Huff's body. It made a hell of a racket. Huff didn't consider himself claustrophobic, but he was starting to rethink things during his scan. The red button was there to press if he felt panicked. He made tight fists instead.
As the machine opened up, Huff felt relief wash over him.
He saw Dr. Medlin, his bald head shining with the bright lights of the room. "I didn't see anything abnormal," said the doctor. "We'll run some more looks at it, but nothing popped out at me."
Huff nodded. He wasn't sure when all the bloating started, probably during the weeks leading up to Ecstasy's arrival at the wormhole. He was sure it was an ulcer due to coffee and stress, but Dr. Medlin ruled it out.
After his appointment, Huff headed back home and flipped on the live feed of Ecstasy. It had been three days. Still nothing but static.
Huff looked over the Gurgoji's specs. They were pictorial, and with mathematical calculations, but no written explanations. On the math side, everything had gone according to what the aliens suggested. Experts at USP had checked over the math, giving him absolute assurances that everything was correct.
There was one thing he was never sure of. Why did the Gurgoji want humans to contact them via the wormhole? Was it a test just to prove that humans were intelligent enough to work with them? Was it just to build a back and forth relationship? He thought it was silly to even ask himself such questions. It was impossible to rationalize with the Gurgoji, they were so foreign that even logical ways of thinking could be different.
On a separate device, Huff flicked on old videos of the Gurgoji. He watched the military guards taking aim at the two strange beings as they stood peacefully, their frail, peach bodies swaying with the outdoor winds.
One Gurgoji then used the tips of his webbed hand and burned a black line into the concrete. The military stepped back, shouted to one another and looked ready to unload gunfire. Thankfully they didn't. The Gurgoji drew an intricate picture of both a human and a Gurgoji holding hands.
More and more pictures. Intricate. Details showing what their world looked like, with hovering buildings and massive auditoriums.
An alert popped up on the screen. It was a message from Amber.
Dear Huff Smythe,
Thank you for your contributions to the team. Mission Outreach Gurgoji was something that fell into our laps. Even though it lasted only five years, its true inception was with the initial Gurgoji contact fifty years ago. Putting together a project like this was always going to be difficult. It was an unprecedented feat involving using our technology within territories unfamiliar to us. It was indeed the square peg in a round hole type of problem.
I personally chose you based on your outstanding research into Gurgoji wormholes, and your previous work with the Unified Space Program. I have no regrets. In the past five years we came closer to making contact with the Gurgoji than ever before.
Unfortunately, Mission Outreach was ultimately a failure. For this reason we have removed you from the Gurgoji Communications team. We have also terminated your contract with the Unified Space Program. We have done so believing that your talents are better suited outside the organization.
Thank you again for your contributions and hard work with our team. We wish all the best of luck in your future endeavors.
Amber Lennox
Gurgoji Communications Lead
Unified Space Program
Fired. At least he had time to relax. Maybe get his health in order.
He hadn't much desire to begin a teaching job, but now could be the time. He could seek out companionship, settle down, have kids, let the contact with the Gurgoji settle itself.
He could only look at the numbers so much. The Gurgoji were supposed to accept the unmanned entering ship into the wormhole and create a link, sending communication back to earth. This was supposed be within the hour. Certainly not three days later.
It was frustrating to fail and to not know why.
The teaching position at Frankfurt University paid well. The campus was bold architecture with gardens between the walkways. The young students were generally kind and curious. Huff would go to the graduate pub and drink with them. He'd talk about his work at the Unified Space Program.
The Tipsy Scholar was the campus pub. It was polished wood. On the walls were fake degrees, listing all sorts of outrageous studies. Tom Foolery, Bachelor of Arts – Beer Pong. And others along the same lines.
Roger went after class and was joined by a stubble-faced student named Roger who sipped on a stout. "Wouldn't you rather be back working with them, sir?"
"It's good to have a break," said Huff. He never mentioned that he got fired. "You can get in to routine, and then you get stuck in a place where you're no longer learning and growing. That can happen even at USP."
"Would you ever go back?"
"Maybe," said Huff. "Is it somewhere you'd be interested in working?"
"Absolutely," said Roger. "But I'm not too sure."
"If they'd have someone like me. I'd be in over my head. I know my limits."
"You have the brains for it. I've enjoyed your papers. You just lack confidence. If you fix that, you can work anywhere you want."
Roger looked around the room, bobbing his head very slight to the beat of the music. "How do you gain confidence?"
Huff laughed. "I don't know. It's something you can only really build by doing. Either that or stay drunk all the time. There's plenty that do that."
"At USP?"
"More than you'd imagine," said Huff. "You can be high-functioning at any profession. Not that I recommend it."
Huff started to feel the pain in his gut. Something stabbing into his stomach. He felt bloating and swelling. He pushed away the beer.
"Is something wrong, sir?"
"Just some pain. It will go away in a few minutes. But I should probably finish drinking."
"Oh okay, sir."
"Listen, if you're really interested in a job at USP, I can write a recommendation tonight."
A big smile ripped across Roger's face. "That would be great."
Huff hadn't spoken to Amber in six months, not even through any type of correspondence.
He thought about sending an e-mail, but had no desire for an immediate response. Amber was the type to respond right away.
So Huff penned a formal letter instead, old fashioned, hand-written, something he'd need to put a stamp on.
Dear Amber Lennox,
It has been awhile since we have spoken, and I hope all is going well at the USP, and with Gurgoji Communications.
I am writing this letter with respect to a student of mine at Frankfurt University. His name is Roger Andar, and he is one of the most passionate students at the university.
I think Roger would be a great fit for USP. He has not made any formal applications at this point, but I have encouraged him to do so.
Roger has a particular interest in Gurgoji technology, penning a few papers on it this past semester. This would make him an ideal fit for a position to work on any projects involving Gurgoji Communications.
Nonetheless, I know that a position within GC is highly desirable and I'm sure that Roger would be pleased working with USP even in a traditional space exploration role.
On a personal note, I am sorry about the manner of my departure from USP. I completely understand your position regarding my termination, but was sad that our last face to face conversation was not on better terms. I value all the time I spent working on Mission Outreach, and was disappointed that we did not yield better results.
Enclosed is Roger's paper on Gurgoji spacecraft and how they could be designed specifically for wormholes.
Huff Smythe
Huff rolled on the floor in agony. The pain in his upper abdomen was so sharp and intense that he could no longer breathe.
He reached up for his phone to call for an ambulance. Before he could, the phone started ringing. He didn't recognize the number and it wasn't one of his contacts.
Huff answered it. "Hello?"
"Hello Mr. Smythe," said the voice. "This is Craig Aardsma. How are you doing today?"
"Not well," said Huff. "You caught me at a bad time."
"Well, I'm sorry to hear that. I won't take up much of your time."
"Are you trying to sell me something?"
"No, not at all. We need you Huff."
"Who needs me?"
"Well, the Gurgoji need you the most. But because of that, we need you."
Huff pushed his fist into his stomach, which somehow made the pain feel slightly better. "And you are?"
"I work for I.S.E."
"I've never heard of it."
"We're small and new. And we've kept things quiet. We formed two months ago. Independently funded. The International Space Enterprise. We're not too different from USP, but with one key difference."
There was a long pause. "I don't have time for drama," said Huff. "Not at the moment."
"We've been able to get in touch with the Gurgoji."
Huff sat up and yelled in agony. "What?"
"It's not the contact they were looking for. We haven't hooked into the live communication link up that they requested."
"Well, it's hard to explain. If you can come to our facility tonight."
"I'll be in the hospital tonight."
"Are you working in medical now? I wasn't aware."
"No. I'm just in excruciating pain."
"Well, I'm sorry. But we really need you here. Perhaps one of our onsite doctors can have a look at you."
"Why do you need me?"
"We don't, Mr. Smythe. It's the Gurgoji. They specifically want you."
Huff awoke inside a medevac chopper, the sounds of the blades cutting through the air was kind of soothing. But it could have been the drugs—probably morphine. A pale yellow bag hung for an I.V. drip.
Medics in orange and white helped a doctor in blue scrubs. The doctor was finishing up stitches across Huff's stomach.
"You woke up at the perfect time," said the doctor as he held up his hands to show his bloody gloved hands. "All done. That was a hell of a blockage you had there, son."
"Who are you people?" Huff asked. "And why am I in a goddamn chopper?"
"We work for ISE. I'll be honest Mr. Smythe we pretty much needed to kidnap you. Mr. Aardsma said you passed out while on the phone. So we sent our medevac."
"How much money does this company have?"
The doctor laughed and pulled down his cloth mask. "Loads. Some billionaires think they can make a lot of money trading with the Gurgoji."
"No one put much money into such a project before."
"Well, they figured it was a pipe dream. Failure after failure with USP and they started to lose faith. And when faith goes, so does the money."
"Mr. Aardsma had been working on getting investors. When you can show tangible data, you can get investors.
As the helicopter landed, the medics put Huff into a wheelchair and pushed him toward the building.
The building was large, even bigger than the main building at USP. It was ivory with smooth contours, and layers of circles for the roof.
A man in a suit with a skinny blue tie and spiky black hair came to meet Huff before they entered the building. He shook Huff's hand. "Craig Aardsma. Good thing you snore. I heard you scream in pain then pass out."
"Thanks for the treatment," said Huff. "Now let's see what all the fuss is about."
Craig wheeled Huff to a communication room with large screens and big desks with plenty of switches. It was clean and impressive. A true control room, not the old fashioned mess over at USP.
"So you've been in contact with the Gurgoji and this hasn't made news?"
"We're very quiet with our press releases. And it's not the contact you might be thinking of. We're contacting the Gurgoji from the past not the present."
Huff raised his eyebrows. "Okay, show me."
Craig flicked up some switches and the three largest screens illuminated pale white. A peach figure appeared. A Gurgoji. It drew pictures in the illuminated white surface where he was standing. As it drew, its fingers created sparks, leaving a trail of indented gold lines along the white surface.
The image was a planet, with cities spread across the surface. It was not too unlike the drawings the Gurgoji had made while they visited earth.
But then the Gurgoji drew with quick, hard strokes, and its body language seemed angry as its thin limbs tensed. It drew what looked like spacecraft over the planet. They were ellipses. It drew hundreds of them. Arching lines came down from these ellipses.
The Gurgoji flicked its hands and the sparks made it look like the building exploded. The cities in the drawing turned black.
"When is this from?" asked Huff.
"That we're unsure of. We know it is the equivalent of a live feed from two years ago. They've had this feed on loop."
"Did you respond to it?"
"Our communication involves hacking into their streams. We believe this is something they broadcast on purpose. We can't respond with back and forth communication without that uplink."
"We followed their instructions," said Huff. "I'm certain that we did it right. They never patched us in or responded."
"We got another message," said Craig as he hit a switch to change the feed. The same Gurgoji drew a picture. It squatted low in a sort of curtsey movement required for how the Gurgoji bend. It drew an image of a face carefully. It was a detailed face, impressive given the speed of the drawing. The brush-cut hair, the stubble of beard, the narrowed eyes. It was Huff.
"I told you they needed you," said Craig.
"But I came. I worked on their communication plan. It failed."
"This was received two years ago as well. While you were working on the project, but before you began the launch."
"How would they know me?"
"They can see us. They can see our media. They follow the stories. We can't directly communicate, but they can see our transmissions, just like we can see theirs."
Huff rolled his wheelchair up a ramp to the high part of the control room. He threw his hands up. "So now what?"
"They want you, Huff. They need your help. We looked over your implementation and we agree with you that it should have worked. It was right to the Gurgoji specs. But something happened. We think it's likely what we saw in the images. War, maybe."
Huff looked at the Gurgoji drawing his face, shading in his eyes. "I'm not sure how I can help them."
They set Huff up with a nice on-site living quarters. Good thing he had nothing to look after back at his home—not even a pet.
His quarters had a large living area with a one-step drop, and a spacious kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. In was nearly the same size of his house.
An e-mail alert popped up from Amber.
Dear Huff,
Let's try to keep this a little less formal this time. My apologies for not getting back to your last correspondence. We hired on your student, Roger. He's not working for GC, but we'll see how his performance results show while he works with the general research team.
The reason I haven't got back to you is because I didn't know what to write. To be honest I regret that you were terminated the way you were. We should have discussed it face to face. But things were tense.
I hear you're working with ISE now. They are very secretive, not allowing much communication with media sources, but I do understand they have large financial backing. While I have no issues with them at this time, I question their reluctance to not share any information with USP. Maybe you can help them improve in this department. You were always a bit of a media darling. (Smiles).
Anyway, let's keep in touch more often.
Your dear friend,
Huff spent the day meeting with the mission team. They had talented people, much younger than the team at USP.
Huff walked with a cane at his request to get rid of the wheelchair. He followed Craig into a medical room.
"And you know Dr. Flynn from last night," said Craig.
Huff lifted up his shirt and looked at his stitches. "Are these ready to come out yet?"
"No," said Dr. Flynn, "certainly not. We need to do some tests."
The doctor swabbed and stuck a needle into Huff's arm, drawing some blood.
"What's this for?" asked Huff.
"Blood test," said Dr. Flynn.
Craig put his hands together at the tips of his fingers. "We need to make sure you're healthy enough."
Craig directed both index fingers upward.
"No, I don't think so," said Huff. "I'm a ground researcher. Ground is good. Right here I'm fine."
"The Gurgoji need you."
"They're in a war. What the hell am I going to do to help them?"
"We're not sure. But if we send you inside that wormhole—"
"So, you send me into a wormhole and see what happens? Is that your idea?"
"We need to see what happened to the Gurgoji. We planned on manning a mission before we saw this video of you. It was the next logical step. It only makes sense that you go with them since they are requesting you. You saw the video, right?"
"I saw it. It doesn't mean that I'm going on a suicide mission."
Craig looked over at the doctor. "You're on a suicide mission here," said the doctor. "We want to run some tests, see how far the cancer has spread."
"Cancer?"
"I removed a tumour last night. It was pushing into your organs. We need to do further work to see if anything else has spread."
"I've had tests. They did an MRI."
"It was missed," said Dr. Flynn. "It could have been obscured, maybe not as visible at the time."
Huff took a seat on a bench and put his head in his hands.
It had been a full eight months since Dr. Flynn diagnosed Huff with cancer. He'd struggled with illness and didn't think he'd manage to make the launch. But Dr. Flynn was great, as was the rest of the staff. He'd bought into going to space, being the first to meet the Gurgoji on their soil. He'd be a piece of history as long as he didn't die.
Friends and family came to the launch. Roger was the only one from USP. He thought Amber would show, but she didn't. There was a bit of a rivalry between USP and ISE. USP didn't like the idea of sending a human to space for such a venture. The Gurgoji specs said nothing about manned craft, for one. And the uncertainty of putting humans at risk was viewed as reckless by some.
But now Huff was here, only a day from the wormhole. Still living, and actually feeling quite good.
Eight crew members manned the VanGogh IV. It wasn't just Huff's life at risk. He felt guilty that the other healthy and brilliant minds might die with him. They weren't sick like he was.
He wished it could have been a solo mission, but Craig planned it differently. He wanted no foul ups along the way. He wanted a sizeable craft built to maintain potential trauma from the wormhole. The large crew was needed for daily inspection and repairs.
In the evening, Craig put through a message from Amber. "I don't care to send you this," said Craig. "It's not helpful. But it's from a friend of yours, and I won't censor anything. Just remember, this is your decision and no one else's."
So much for keeping in touch, huh? This is a hard message for me to write. We've been following your mission closely. It's impossible to avoid in the news coverage and everyone at USP is monitoring despite their disagreements with the mission.
I don't share their disagreements. I think this is an important mission. I think a manned craft mission needed to be done. We need witnesses to the wormhole. I just don't want that witness to be you.
We'd grown close over the time spent with Mission Outreach. It may not have seemed like it to you. I was always arguing, always disagreeing, but that is my nature with everyone. I'm getting old. I should be up there, not you. You have so much of your life ahead of you.
Just remember, you have the power to abort this mission at any time. The provision allows any of the eight crew members to abort and return home. I don't want to lose a friend. I would like you back at USP, working alongside me and my team. I want you to achieve your life's full potential.
I've wasted my life trying to contact the Gurgoji. Don't waste yours too. I know you'll make the right decision, whatever that may be.
Your friend forever,
With how well Huff was feeling, he thought maybe the cancer had somehow gone away for good. Maybe he could abort and go back to living a normal life.
He thought about speaking to the captain of the crew. He thought about speaking to Craig. What would it mean to abort this mission? Would he save the lives of these brilliant young men and women?
Craig's voice sounded. "It's up to you, Huff."
Huff thought about what Amber would do if she were on VanGogh. It seemed the most sensible way to approach the dilemma. "There's no point in aborting it now," he said. "We're right next door."
Huff didn't sleep at night, he floated around the cabin, rereading Amber's message in his head. Now the moment was here. He was ready to see the inside of the wormhole, or die in the process.
The wormhole wasn't visible until they were nearly upon it. Then it looked like a florescent web, glowing in the darkness. It was pinks and purples and blues.
VanGogh shook violently as they approached. The ship rumbled like it was sitting on the back of a flatbed truck.
A high-pitched squeal sounded as they entered the wormhole. The crew in the ship spun around inside, tumbling. Different ship indicators and chimes went off.
And then, stillness. Absolute silence.
Huff wondered if he'd died. He felt his head, wondering if it smashed into the side of the ship. It was thankfully still intact.
In the viewing window, Huff saw the planet. It looked just as the Gurgoji had drawn it. Massive cities, with architecture visible from so far away.
The ship tracked in automatically. The captain of the VanGogh made futile attempts to push buttons, but the buttons did nothing. The ship tracked to the ground, landing at a building and pulling inside what looked like a large hangar.
Huff opened the ship and stepped down the ladder. The hangar was bright white, blinding, painful to the eyes.
A Gurgoji stepped forward and Huff focused on him just to soothe his eyes.
"Hello," said the Gurgoji. "We're thankful that you came, Mr. Huff Smythe." Huff realized he didn't hear the words. They were entering straight into his mind.
Huff spoke through his mind. "I'm glad I made it. But why me?"
"We knew you would come. We wanted people who we thought could help us. A different kind of logic. Your desire to meet us. We need a new way of thinking. Our way is getting us killed. It wouldn't hurt either of us to have an ally from afar. But we needed the best. We needed those who would struggle.
"The uplink never worked. The specs were followed."
"Following our specs was just the initial phase. We never intended it to do anything. We just wanted you to figure out how to get here. We wanted physical contact, like we made with you."
"I have others who have a different way of thinking, others who are just as passionate as I am. One in particular."
The Gurgoji seemed to give a slight nod. "Amber. We know."
Huff turned back and waved his arm to his crew. They walked down the ladder, blinded by the light, all wondering about the next mission.
Robert Steele – As a brief bio, his debut novel, "Those Outside the Law," was recently published in May of 2016. You can check out my website at: robertwilliamsteele.wordpress.com
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The coupler connects the motor shaft to the transmission shaft. It transmits the power of the motor to the transmission and protects the motor from overload. It is designed to break before heavy loads can cause damage to the motor. Note: There is a heavy duty version available, part number JA 285852.
The coupler is located near the bottom of the washer between the motor and the transmission.
When the couple fails, the washer will not agitate or spin even though the motor can be heard to run. Washer will fill and drain.
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The distinguished-looking miniature schnauzer can appear quite serious with his salt-and-pepper coat, pronounced eyebrows and voluminous beard, but this wiry terrier is a lively pet that's considered extremely intelligent and easy to train, making him an excellent choice for most families.
Standing about 12 to 14 inches (30 to 35 centimeters) at the shoulder, this handsome dog originated in Germany. Classically employed on farms to keep vermin away from crops, he's naturally loyal and protective of those he loves. This breed will alert you with lots of barking when someone comes to your door, but that's about as far as his guard dog tendencies go -- he's typically cheerful and happy to make new friends. The AKC says miniature schnauzers adapt well to most living spaces, including small apartments, so long as they get regular exercise and a daily dose of playtime.
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.class public Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo$DisplayNameComparator;
.super Ljava/lang/Object;
.source "ResolveInfo.java"

# interfaces
.implements Ljava/util/Comparator;

# annotations
.annotation system Ldalvik/annotation/EnclosingClass;
    value = Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;
.end annotation

.annotation system Ldalvik/annotation/InnerClass;
    accessFlags = 0x9
    name = "DisplayNameComparator"
.end annotation

.annotation system Ldalvik/annotation/Signature;
    value = {
        "Ljava/lang/Object;",
        "Ljava/util/Comparator",
        "<",
        "Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;",
        ">;"
    }
.end annotation

# instance fields
.field private final mCollator:Ljava/text/Collator;

.field private mPM:Landroid/content/pm/PackageManager;

# direct methods
.method public constructor <init>(Landroid/content/pm/PackageManager;)V
    .locals 2
    .param p1, "pm"    # Landroid/content/pm/PackageManager;

    .prologue
    .line 404
    invoke-direct {p0}, Ljava/lang/Object;-><init>()V

    .line 425
    invoke-static {}, Ljava/text/Collator;->getInstance()Ljava/text/Collator;

    move-result-object v0

    iput-object v0, p0, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo$DisplayNameComparator;->mCollator:Ljava/text/Collator;

    .line 405
    iput-object p1, p0, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo$DisplayNameComparator;->mPM:Landroid/content/pm/PackageManager;

    .line 406
    iget-object v0, p0, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo$DisplayNameComparator;->mCollator:Ljava/text/Collator;

    const/4 v1, 0x0

    invoke-virtual {v0, v1}, Ljava/text/Collator;->setStrength(I)V

    .line 407
    return-void
.end method

# virtual methods
.method public final compare(Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;)I
    .locals 5
    .param p1, "a"    # Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;
    .param p2, "b"    # Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;

    .prologue
    const/4 v3, -0x2

    .line 411
    iget v2, p1, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;->targetUserId:I

    if-eq v2, v3, :cond_0

    .line 412
    const/4 v2, 0x1

    .line 422
    :goto_0
    return v2

    .line 414
    :cond_0
    iget v2, p2, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;->targetUserId:I

    if-eq v2, v3, :cond_1

    .line 415
    const/4 v2, -0x1

    goto :goto_0

    .line 417
    :cond_1
    iget-object v2, p0, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo$DisplayNameComparator;->mPM:Landroid/content/pm/PackageManager;

    invoke-virtual {p1, v2}, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;->loadLabel(Landroid/content/pm/PackageManager;)Ljava/lang/CharSequence;

    move-result-object v0

    .line 418
    .local v0, "sa":Ljava/lang/CharSequence;
    if-nez v0, :cond_2

    iget-object v2, p1, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;->activityInfo:Landroid/content/pm/ActivityInfo;

    iget-object v0, v2, Landroid/content/pm/ActivityInfo;->name:Ljava/lang/String;

    .line 419
    :cond_2
    iget-object v2, p0, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo$DisplayNameComparator;->mPM:Landroid/content/pm/PackageManager;

    invoke-virtual {p2, v2}, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;->loadLabel(Landroid/content/pm/PackageManager;)Ljava/lang/CharSequence;

    move-result-object v1

    .line 420
    .local v1, "sb":Ljava/lang/CharSequence;
    if-nez v1, :cond_3

    iget-object v2, p2, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;->activityInfo:Landroid/content/pm/ActivityInfo;

    iget-object v1, v2, Landroid/content/pm/ActivityInfo;->name:Ljava/lang/String;

    .line 422
    :cond_3
    iget-object v2, p0, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo$DisplayNameComparator;->mCollator:Ljava/text/Collator;

    invoke-interface {v0}, Ljava/lang/CharSequence;->toString()Ljava/lang/String;

    move-result-object v3

    invoke-interface {v1}, Ljava/lang/CharSequence;->toString()Ljava/lang/String;

    move-result-object v4

    invoke-virtual {v2, v3, v4}, Ljava/text/Collator;->compare(Ljava/lang/String;Ljava/lang/String;)I

    move-result v2

    goto :goto_0
.end method

.method public bridge synthetic compare(Ljava/lang/Object;Ljava/lang/Object;)I
    .locals 1

    .prologue
    .line 402
    check-cast p1, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;

    check-cast p2, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;

    invoke-virtual {p0, p1, p2}, Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo$DisplayNameComparator;->compare(Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;Landroid/content/pm/ResolveInfo;)I

    move-result v0

    return v0
.end method


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The best 2018 World Cup final according to what Man City need for next season
Pep Guardiola is looking to put together his plans for Manchester City's Premier League title defence
Simon Bajkowski
Updated 14:32, 14 JUN 2018
As the World Cup finally came around, the Premier League spurted out its fixtures for next season to remind us all that it never really goes away.
There are 16 Manchester City players in Russia - the most contingent of any club - all trying to win the biggest team prize in football, and all of them at the end of it will get another solid ten months of football.
While he won't begrudge any of his players success, Pep Guardiola's preparations for a title defence depend on the random nature of which teams fare best at the World Cup.
The manager has promised his stars three weeks off after they finish international duty, meaning anyone who makes the final will not be expected back until after the Community Shield, less than a week before the first league game at Arsenal.
With that in mind, here's a light-hearted look at the best and worst teams to do well in Russia from a City perspective.
The eight fixtures Man City fans are all looking for first
Belgium (Vincent Kompany, Kevin De Bruyne)
With apologies to Roberto Martinez, another tournament where Belgium don't fulfil their potential will go down just fine at the Etihad.
The question of whether City's defence relies on Vincent Kompany is age-old, and always inevitably ends up being a resounding yes. Guardiola needs his skipper wrapped up in cotton wool for as long as possible, and was less than impressed when the defender got injured last October towards the end of a game Belgium were winning 9-0.
When you also consider how De Bruyne won City the Premier League last winter before tailing off as he got progressively more knackered, the playmaker would also benefit from a rest.
Spain (David Silva)
If De Bruyne pushed City ahead of the pack last season, it was Silva that brought them home. And while Merlin's gametime will be carefully manager next season, all the more reason to make sure he is as fresh as possible for the start of the season.
England (John Stones, Kyle Walker, Fabian Delph, Raheem Sterling)
There are loads of reasons to want England to do well, and nobody would begrudge a positive tournament for Sterling (apart from Piers Morgan would probably claim the credit) after the bizarre attention to him in the build-up.
But defence is the area that needs the most work for City this summer, and at least Stones and Walker will be integral to how Guardiola plans to set up next season.
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Portugal (Bernardo Silva)
If David Silva is to be wound down like a vintage clock, Bernardo can expect more game time and more responsibility. The former Monaco star was eased in gently but the feeling is that there is much more to come from him.
Having taken his time to make a mark last season, City could do without the same again.
Argentina (Nicolas Otamendi, Sergio Aguero)
An Argentina run to the final would not be the end of the world as Aguero and Otamendi have enough experience and knowhow to be able to slot in.
But, similar to the England boys, both are likely to be affected by any changed Guardiola makes to the team shape and the last thing Aguero needs is to miss the start of the season and see Gabriel Jesus score for fun.
MOSCOW, RUSSIA - JUNE 12: Sergio Aguero of Argentina poses during the official FIFA World Cup 2018 portrait session at on June 12, 2018 in Moscow, Russia. (Photo by Michael Regan - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
France (Benjamin Mendy)
Who could deny Mendy a strong showing after the year he's had? The more games at the tournament for the defender, the better for City. And if Guardiola is changing his system, it is likely to be to Mendy's benefit.
Brazil (Ederson, Fernandinho, Danilo, Gabriel Jesus)
Four players is a sizable chunk of players to be missing but their absence shouldn't affect City too much. Ederson should not need as long to rest as the outfield players, Danilo is not first-choice and Riyad Mahrez and Jorginho should provide cover for Fernandinho and Jesus.
Germany (Ilkay Gundogan)
Leroy Sane's shock omission halved City's representation in the Germany squad and with it made it much more palatable for Joachim Low's squad to reach the final. Gundogan is valued by Guardiola but he's arguably not in the best XI.
So a Brazil vs Germany final, anyone?
Leroy SaneSane and Laporte: Pep Guardiola provides Man City injury update and expected return datesManchester City take on the Eagles tomorrow and have been given another boost as Germany winger nears fitness.


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