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A Review of Diana Spechler's Skinny
By Sasha Taublieb
I took a while reviewing Diana Spechler's new novel, Skinny because I was too busy trying to fit into itty bitty shorts at Banana Republic. I tried to do double-duty—reading some of the book while I waited in line—but it was too confusing. All those size zero mannequins that looked like Gray Lachmann, the protagonist of Skinny and her co-counselors at "fat camp" telling me to go to work out, while a new, blank document in MS Word sat on my desk at home saying feed me!
Skinny tells the story of a weight-obsessed woman named Gray who goes to work at a "fat camp" because she thinks she might meet her half-sister there and make up for "killing" her father by letting him eat "artery-clogging food," and sent me on a rampage about how women are marketed to. The cover of Skinny and the images on its companion website, BodyConfessions.com, a place where readers can confess their problems with body image and food, make me want to vomit—possibly on a daily basis for several months. The cover features two white, half-naked girls with their heads cropped out and some girlie pink fonts. I honestly couldn't tell if they were starving women or pre-pubescent girls. BodyConfessions.com, like the cover of the novel, shows us half-naked women—one overweight, one. . .I don't know, is that normal size?—with their heads cropped out.
I doubt the contradicting images are Spechler's fault, but rather the result of miscommunication with marketing. Spechler, for the most part, tells a very non-stereotypical, un-chick-lit. story. Body image is not a solely white, ditzy, adolescent upper middle-class female issue. With a preface from Raymond Carver's "Fat," and a candid description of a co-ed weight loss camp, Skinny shows that men are just as warped about food and body image as the women. Lewis, the founder and leader of the camp who pushes salads and exercise onto the campers, has his own set of issues with food.He tells the campers to write letters to fat people who have "invaded our bodies." Fat people are the enemy and the campers must express their hatred of the fat-cell lovers in order to "set [themselves] free." These letters, however, are not for the benefit of the campers, but rather a way for Lewis to address his own self-hatred. A secret binge eater, Lewis hides bags of Doritos, Twinkies, and twelve empty pizza boxes in his room. When several of his female campers demonstrate signs of bulimia—regular late-night puking after clandestine trips to McDonald's with Sheena, an unqualified, bully of a counselor—Lewis simply tells the girls to "cut their shit"—further evidence that forming a healthy relationship with food is a struggle for adolescents and adults, both male and female.
Bennett, a coworker whom Gray falls for, has as distorted a view of weight and exercise as the rest of the campers. Lying in bed with Gray, he caresses her emaciated, body, telling her "You are the most gorgeous creature I've ever seen." He brags about his own virtually fat-free body—his "unpinchable" stomach and 8% body fat. Only at the end of the summer when the dysfunction of the camp becomes painfully apparent, does he admit, "Our reality's all out of whack."
Indeed, our reality is all out of whack. Written in first person, Skinny, draws us into Gray's mind seamlessly, leaving us to wonder if her accounts are objective realities or skewed interpretations. Her father's death has little to do with Gray's actions—there's no massive force-feeding scene. Likewise, her belief that one of the campers is her half-sister is not founded in facts, but rather a series of extrapolations based on Gray's interpretation of her father's behavior more than a decade ago.
Gray's misconceptions aren't limited to familial relationships. At the beginning she informs us that she is fifteen pounds overweight, but later on, "twenty-two and three-tens of a pound" lighter, her hair is falling out and she's plummeted to a size zero. Clearly, Gray never really was overweight.
It is not Gray's actual body that controls her habits but rather her perception of her body. And the underweight mannequins at clothing stores need not confuse us, distorting our self-images as "fat camp" does to Gray. Who says we need to wear itty bitty shorts anyway?
TAGS: Banana Republic, body image, camp, Diana Spechler, dysfunction, fat, skinny, weight
Sasha Taublieb teaches English Language Arts and Theatre to little kids and big kids (aka teenagers), in public schools in Manhattan and The Bronx. She has a BA in Theatre (yup, an actor) from Fordham University, an MA in Educational Theatre (She did the double-threat English for grades 7-12 and Theatre for grades K-12 degree/certification.), from NYU, and is near completion of her MFA in Creative Writing at The New School. When she's not writing or teaching or yelling at people with bad subway etiquette, she thinks about student loans, health insurance, and unions. Sometimes she does all of those things at the same time. Dag. She's lived in New York City for a long time, but still has mushy feelings about Wegman's and her hometown, Buffalo, NY.
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As Joshua mentions, the API for Python is designed to work with your web GIS powered by ArcGIS Online or Enterprise for ArcGIS. Will you have access to an ArcGIS Enterprise installation while disconnected?
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Funkmaster Flex decided to go at Jay Z once again on HOT 97 today. Just when you thought you'd heard as many bomb drops as your brain could possibly process, Funkmaster Flex is back with another rant, and he's not done with Jay Z. As we saw earlier today, Hov allegedly texted Flex, with the DJ pulling a reverse Macklemore and Instagramming the message. Apparently Flex was none to impressed with the fact that Jay capitalized his name when he reached out, addressing this in the rant multiple times with quotables such as "you should've lower-cased it, bruh" and "don't talk to me with capital letters". The DJ then goes on to call Hov a "a corporate commercial rapper that drops a little catch phrase every three months", and adds that the rapper should give J. Cole his props publically. "Why don't you at some point congratulate [him] on that 300,000 he shot out, and stop acting like that album don't exist." There plenty more shade, cut with plenty Flex bombs in the 18 minute speech. Listen to the full thing below.


One of the greatest challenges of the future, in a world affected by peak oil, damaged soil and climate change, is how to ensure our food. We stand before the greatest challenge that humanity has ever encountered. There are 7 billion people on the planet, and many of them are today dependent on an agricultural sector which is dependent on fertilizers based on chemicals and fossil resources.
There are, however, alternatives. Organic farming for example.
But for organic farming to become an alternative to the prevailing paradigm of large, monocultural fields, it needs to become less labour-intensive and be able to feed billions of people. That is why I found the ideas of Alexander Bascom and Green Free Will so intriguing when I first heard about them.
The idea is to contain a self-regulating aquaponics system within an automated geodesic dome. This system will simulate an eco-system, with an artificial river floor world, filled with small aquatic animals, and a plant bed where vegetables, fruits and beans are grown. There will be a computerised regulation system inside the dome which would adjust to a number of variables – climate conditions, atmosphere, bacteria levels, nitrate levels and water levels, and change the conditions of the dome to keep a dynamic equilibrium. This choice represents the reality, where vegetables and fruits together stand for around 80% of the human calory intake, whereas aquatic food stands for 20% of the proteine intake for most people. Since soil will not be used, and the plants will be fertilized by organic manure produced by the aquatic eco-system, the internal eco-system will be sustainable, and will only require a minimum of external nutritional in-take (mostly iron).
EOS has joined its forces together with Green Free Will, to make sure that this project is realised.
Our aim is to raise a small, experimental prototype dome, made of plastic composites and located in Lögdeå, near Umeå.
And we have received a grant which is covering a part of the cost. The grant is delivered by URnära, a LEADER project which helps with agricultural development in northern Sweden. The grant is covering the construction materials for the dome and the initial wages for the two project leaders, Alexander Bascom and myself. However, a condition for the grant is co-financing from other entities – from individuals and from associations and companies. Also, the grant does not cover the foundation digging, the aquaponics system nor the computer hardware and software.
The grant is on 34.035 Euro (300.000 SEK), while the total cost of the project is 177.011 Euro (1.560.000 SEK). We have a deadline until the 30th of June 2014 to have the Dome up.
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TCU (Texas Christian University) will be playing for the college football national championship against defending champions Georgia in Los Angeles on Monday, Jan.9. Coming into the season, the Horned Frogs were not considered serious contenders for their conference (Big 12) title much less for the national championship.
As unlikely as TCU's meteoric rise to the championship game is, the story of one its star players, Darnestown native Johnny Hodges' story is arguably more remarkable.
Hodges took a very non-traditional route to get to this point. The three-sport star at Quince Orchard received only two scholarship offers to play football. He ended up at Navy – playing lacrosse. And now, he's 60 minutes of football away from being a college football national champion.
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Who is Paul Taylor and where is the Strangeways riot ringleader now? | The Sun
MANCHESTER was the scene of the country's longest prison riot in penal history.
Strangeways prison was regarded as the "last bastion of discipline" but overcrowding led to a melting pot with a dangerous guard-to-prisoner ratio.
Who is Paul Taylor?
Taylor, from Birkenhead, was serving a three-year sentence for theft, deception and assault.
He had served two and a half years of that sentence when he decided it was time to protest the conditions inmates were having to endure in the prison.
Where is Paul Taylor now?
He began helping his father run a taxi business in the Wirral but things did not seem to work out.
Taylor was issued an injunction that prevented him from using threatening violence or "behaving in a manner causing harassment, alarm or distress."
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In 2018, he was jailed for aggressive begging after breaching his injunction some eleven times, which also included a serious robbery.
He was sentenced to a further three years in prison as a result of the cumulation of incidents.
What did Paul Taylor say about the Strangeways riots?
As a result of the riot, Taylor had an extra ten years added to his prison sentence.
Mr Taylor told the BBC: "We opened the back of the chapel doors and we flooded onto the landing.
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"The prison officers weren't up for the fight. They just retreated.
"I wanted to locate a particular prisoner who came in that week for the attempted rape of a six-year-old girl.
"We went up onto the landing and we found the cell that he was in and we entered that cell.
"I did punch him two times and prisoners set about him with sticks. He was dragged from the cell and his face was pushed into the railings. Then he was picked up and thrown over the railings.
"He grabbed hold of the railings so intensely that it required hitting his fingers with a stick for him to let go."
Taylor claims that the intention from the outset was for the protest to be peaceful.
"I just wanted the people to know that prisoners' treatment at the hands of the prison service was immoral.
"I said it needed a 24-hour sit-down protest in the chapel – a show of strength."
The protest then turned violent, with inmates attacking prison guards and as they overpowered them, stripping them of their keys.
After the officers retreated, Taylor started to unlock prison cells as many inmates made their way on to the roof.
"The prison service were reluctant to implement any changes whatsoever until Strangeways happened.
"We shouldn't have taken the law into our own hands, because it detracted from our root cause of the protest – conditions and violence towards prisoners by prison staff and the general condition of prisoners."
Taylor went on to say: "My family suffered, I suffered. From that point of view it wasn't worth it.
"But I am willing to sacrifice that part of my life to know that I have helped change the prison system."
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It's still the longest prison riot in British history and one prisoner was killed alongside 147 prison officers who were injured.
Strangeways was re-built and refurbished at a cost of £55 million and was officially re-opened as HMP Prison Manchester in 1994 directly as a result of the riots.
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In some cases, the employee has the option of taking time off, and you'd prefer they do so, but still they show up, putting everyone in the workplace at risk. The reasons vary. Sometimes the employee can't afford the reduced hours. Sometimes they can take the financial hit, but they're worried about falling behind on their projects, missing an important meeting, or looking bad next to their co-workers who never seem to take a day off.
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Feds propose new protections for alligator snapping turtles
The massive reptiles take a long time to mature, and poachers hunt them.
By Michael MarksNovember 12, 2021 6:52 amAgriculture & Animals, Energy & Environment, Texas Standard Original
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service could extend new protections to alligator snapping turtles under the Endangered Species Act, the agency announced this week.
Alligator snapping turtles are enormous, armored reptiles. They're known to live in 14 states, including Texas. Experts believe their population is in decline.
Christopher Schalk, an assistant professor of forestry wildlife management at Stephen F. Austin State University, spoke with Texas Standard about the species' status in Texas.
Texas Standard: Alligator snapping turtles live throughout the eastern third of Texas. About how many of them are out there?
Christopher Schalk: That's the big question. And really the answer is, in Texas, we don't really know because there's only been a few studies assessing a superficial approach to their numbers. We're just trying to determine where they are. So the real answer is we're not sure. We're just starting to find out where they're occurring and what drainages seem to result in higher captures of turtles.
If you don't know the precise numbers, what about this proposal from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? They claim the population is dropping. Does that at least seem well established?
Alligator snapping turtles possess a number of traits that make them really susceptible to declines. They're not attaining sexual maturity until anywhere from between 11 to 21 years of age. And also, for the populations to persist, female survivorship needs to be around 98% each year. So basically, if you have anything more than 2% removal of females from a population, the population would likely experience a drop in numbers.
And another threat that we know are poachers. The alligator snapping turtles protected within the state. But there's evidence of poachers coming over from Louisiana and illegally collecting these animals and bringing them back to Louisiana.
I understand you and some of your research assistants actually took care of some alligator snapping turtles that have been retrieved from poachers as part of a sting operation. What were some of your takeaways from that experience?
Basically, the Fish and Wildlife Service arrested some poachers that collect the turtles in Texas, brought them to Louisiana, and we were able to repatriate them back to Texas waters. These turtles are pretty hardy creatures. We're radio tracking them currently. And they're finally starting to settle down and establish a home range. But it's good to see them back out there doing their turtle thing.
Every state where these turtles live has already put them on a protected species list. So why is it necessary for the federal government to do the same?
For the federal government, the main thing is protecting critical habitat. The main thing that we're finding here in East Texas is, basically if you have water with some sort of submerged structure, within certain drainages, chances are you are going to find [alligator snapping tutles]. So in terms of how you define and protect critical habitat, that's going to be a challenge for governments to do.
Why are these turtles so desired by poachers?
There's a couple of reasons. One of them is pet trade. Also, their meat is desirable. We're analyzing mercury content in their meat. And we're finding that you probably shouldn't be eating alligator snapping turtles because they're chock full of mercury. And [poachers are] also shipping them out to Asian markets for things like farming.
Are there any industrial interests, or any organized interests in East Texas that might push back against this new federal designation?
The answer is we don't know what impacts these habitat alterations would have on individuals or populations. So things like dredging or any sort of in-stream management – how that impacts populations, we don't know. But potentially it could be an issue.
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Honda is presently gearing up towards the launch of the long-awaited new-gen City sedan in the Philippines in 2019. The all-new model is being worked on and speculated to arrive in good time as this year ends and start selling in Thailand and then followed by additional nations like India. Fortunately, the promised car is likely to become a big hit and comes to exist as a compact auto full of an appealing look. Also, the interior will be much comfortable and loaded with well-equipped features.
The Japanese carmaker made it from decades ago, and until this time, the City gained an outstanding thrive. With cumulative sales exceeding millions of units globally, this sedan got marked among the best-selling ones in the auto market. Despite being introduced with three versions, the manufacturer understands that a facelift is necessary to make the model remain hottest and many drivers favorite since the release date. And as 2019 ends, it will be the welcome time for this new generation car's launch. Perhaps this is a real challenge to your patience to get the best out of it. Keep reading and learn the clues about Honda City.
What will be new about 2019 Honda City?
Some versions of this all-new car have appeared online to give a clue of in what way the coming one will look. Accordingly, its rear and front fascia will be an inspiration from Honda Insight. The front part comes decorated with a marked flying wheel and chrome-surfaced grille. Also, there will be a new hexagonal high grille adorned by horizontal boards and low-profile elegant LED headlights. The bumper as well will get tiny air openings on its sides, positioned below the fog lamps.
Another distinguishing feature on the side is the simple design having fewer creases and shaping. Here there will be a sizable mirror added and decorated by incorporating chrome trim and turn indicators. For now, the rear has a revamped tailgate, decklid spoiler, and lowered LED tail illuminations. The cabin will come equipped with a fresher Digipad smart display infotainment system compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay inside.
The engine of the upcoming Honda City version is as well expected to receive an upgrading. Honda will bring up to date the current ones to comply with the standards of BS6 emission. The option of a diesel motor will still be provided although the sales have indicated a significant decline in the latest years. The carmaker decided to include a CVT to remedy the situation in addition to the existing six-speed manual transmission. The next-gen model will get powered with an i-VTEC petrol mill of 1.5-liters capacity producing 117 hp plus 145 Nm of peak torque, and an i-DTEC diesel one of 1.5-Liter which can crank out 98 hp and a peak torque of 200 Nm. The diesel one will be strengthened to be less noisy.
Usually, drivers expect any car that is hitting the market with many nips and tucks to come equipped with excellent components. But without doubts, after some time the parts fail and demand repairs. And this is the time many hope to find better Honda parts and accessories Dubai for the inside and outside of the car. The carmaker will keep working with the dealers to ensure the customers get enough spares fitting this model. At present, AutoPlus has all that you need for this leading or any other vehicle from Honda.
How to Ensure the Longevity of Some of the Most Important Auto Parts?
When you purchase a car, you delight in knowing that it is going to remain in good condition for a long time. But, it is important to consider the life span of some important auto parts so that you can prepare yourself beforehand. You don't want to be faced with a situation where a part fails and you have no idea why it happened. Read on to get an insight on the average lifespan of some of the most essential parts for your car.
There is probably no other part in a car that is as important as the engine. Many factors influence the longevity of a car's engine and so it is difficult to put a solid number of years or miles you would expect it to last. Typically, manufacturers place the low end of an engine life as 150,000 miles and an upwards of 350,000 miles. For you to ensure your engine lasts, you need to do regular maintenance. You should contact your auto spare parts dealer or mechanic to help to change engine fluids regularly and clean the exhaust, as well as the filters. Poor auto car habits such as overloading, braking and accelerating too fast often shortens its lifespan.
The timing belt protects the engine by ensuring that the camshaft and crankshaft rotate exactly at the right time to keep the pistons and valves synchronized. Failure of the timing belt could lead these parts to grind onto each other causing further damage to the engine. The lifespan of the timing belt is 50,000 to 100,000 miles. You will find that this lifespan is difficult to overcome because the timing belt gets damaged as the rubber wears out. You should ensure the safety of your engine by working with a genuine auto spares part dealer to have it replaced as per the manufacture's schedule.
Your car's brakes are an important component because they promote safety by allowing you to stop quickly in case of an emergency. Damaged brakes also cause harm to the brake rotors and other constituents of the wheel. The lifespan of brakes is normally 30,000 to 70,000 miles. However, maintaining your brakes by avoiding constant hard braking can extend the longevity of the brake pads. You should also consider connecting with a genuine spare parts dealer for regular replacement of brake pads if you live in areas with hot temperatures, dusty or muddy, and even rocky terrain. Always ask for OEM brake pads because they last longer.
When the alternator fails you may hear a clicking sound when the ignition is turned on. Most drivers assume it is the battery that is dead. However, you quickly notice that the car does not start even after charging the battery. Alternators often last 50,000 to 10,000 miles but this depends on the electrical parts put in your car. You should always inquire from your mechanic or auto parts dealer to measure its health when doing regular maintenance. A genuine auto spare parts dealer will replace it for you when it is damaged to avoid the risk of being stranded on the roadside.
When you need these important parts replaced, reach out to Auto Plus Dubai for original (OEM) auto parts. Auto Plus serves clients on major cities in the UAE, Middle East, and also in Africa.
When a car has trouble starting, most drivers look at the battery. While this could be a possibility, you need to check your old or defective spark plugs because they could be the problem. Spark Plugs play a crucial role in your car system and they need to be in excellent condition. If you notice these signs in your car, it is possibly the best time to find a genuine auto spare parts shop to have the spark plugs replaced.
Damaged spark plugs prompt the engine light to come on or flash. Your engine may misfire prompting this warning and if it is a flashing light, your car at risk of disastrous misfires that can cause damage. Some of the signs to watch out for when there is misfiring spark plugs include irregular power when accelerating, rough idling, and you may also notice increase in exhaust emissions. You should note that engine light can occur because of various issues not only because of a spark plug problem. This is why you need a genuine auto spares part technician to do a thorough check before changing the spark plugs.
Spark plugs are designed to give the spark necessary to power the engine. When the spark plug is faulty, it becomes difficult to power the engine. If you find that your car keeps stalling when you driving, the spark plugs could be faulty or the wires connecting the spark plugs are damaged. An auto parts dealer recognizes the difference between a spark plug problem and a battery problem.
When spark plugs are completely damaged, the car consumes gas faster. Damaged spark plugs cannot burn fuel effectively and so the consumption increases. If you have a misfiring spark plug, you may notice that you keep going to the fuelling station than you usually do. You need a competent technician or a genuine auto parts dealer to help you examine and identify the problem.
You should be pretty familiar with the acceleration power of your car. If you put your foot down and it feels as if the car is not responding effectively or the response is delayed, you could be having a problem with your spark plugs. Sometimes you may feel as if your car is trying hard to push itself forward. Such 'sluggishness' is not normal and you should reach out to your trusted auto spare parts shop or technician to replace the spark plugs. No one enjoys driving a car that seems to drag or gulp the fuel down.
In most cases, following the directions of the manufacturer when it comes to maintenance and servicing, you can keep your car in pretty good condition. Review the guidelines to see when you need to replace the spark plugs. The good thing is that spark plugs are durable and you can go up to 80,000 miles before you change them.
If you don't have experience changing spark plugs, get your car to a qualified technician. At Auto Plus Dubai, you will get advice and genuine spare parts for your car. You can be sure that the spark plugs you get will help enhance the performance of your car.
If you love driving, there's probably nothing you hate more than realizing your car needs repairs. This is understandable because repairs are often expensive and time-consuming. It gets worse if you are short of money and cannot pay for the full cost of the repairs. You need to have alternatives to deal with such shortfalls because you still need your car. The good thing is that there are options you can consider when faced with expensive repairs or need to get new auto parts.
If you have a genuine auto parts dealer or a mechanic whom you trust, you can work out some arrangement to get your car fixed. Inquire for discounts or flexible payment plan to pay for the auto repairs. If you are dealing with a mechanic whom you have worked with and built a trusting relationship, finding a good compromise would not be impossible. If you don't have a genuine spare parts dealer or mechanic to contact, you can look for one where they accept credit cards that set you up for monthly payment plan as opposed to paying a lump sum.
Auto spare parts shops differ. You find some mechanics or auto parts shops are located in high end places where the cost goes high. Some charge per hour while others give work-based estimates. Shop around for what best works for your needs by getting quotes from several auto spare parts shops or mechanics before you settle. You may find that you save yourself a lot of money to cater for all your repairs without having to pay credit. However, it is important to get recommendation from friends or online reviews to avoid being scammed by unscrupulous dealers.
If you're looking to save money, adding more credit card debt may not be the best option. You could benefit by applying for a personal loan from your bank or credit union, or even from an acquaintance or family member. Regardless of where you get your personal loan, ensure you establish a realistic payment plan that allows you to pay up to avoid causing problems in future. You don't want to end up hurting your credit or worse your relationships.
When in need of some quick cash, look around your home or house for items that you rarely use or need. You can sell these items by doing a garage sale or sell online in websites such as eBay. It may seem odd but selling items you don't need can help you make some quick bucks. You can find yourself making more than you needed by selling those electronics, clothing, or household items that are lying unused. You can use this money to reach out to a genuine spare parts dealer or mechanic to have you car fully repaired.
Once you have your money, make sure that you get genuine parts for your car. While it can be tempting to buy secondhand or aftermarket auto parts, they may not last long and you may find yourself back with the same problems in a few weeks or months. Consider factory (OEM) genuine parts that enhance the performance of your car. At Auto Plus Dubai, you will find genuine spare parts designed specifically for your car.
The European auto market recognizes Renault Zoe as one consistent and top-selling electric car. And with that, the company is aware the hotcake is almost receiving some severe competition. But the automaker decided to refresh the vehicle with a range of features considerably. Considering that driving in extreme temperature can adversely impact the car's battery performance, without the right advice you can experience reduced battery life. That means you will not even take advantage of every feature offered by your car.
Why are Extreme temperatures a rival to electric car batteries?
The recent introduction from Renault will however only give you comfortable rides and perfect road manners if you maintain its temperature constant. There is a required level to ensure proper battery operation. Severe cold and heat reduce the average performance and efficiency regarding the range and charging capacity. The carmaker adds that using the car's heating system will also impact the electric car's working. Fortunately, following some existing smart solutions will limit the energy consumption in every weather.
The first thing that Renault recommends is that all drivers must charge the battery fully before leaving. Doing this will provide a greater range while either you turn on the cars heating system or even using pre-conditioning. The Inside charge indicator is available on your ZOE to allow you to program the system using your smartphone or even a card before hitting the road.
If you initiate pre-conditioning while having your car connected to any power source, the necessary energy that heats the inside will be from its electric grid, thus not affecting the range. In that way, you not only easily drive with a relaxed mind but also optimize your energy consumption.
Are you a smooth driver?
Apart from changing to the automatic ECO mode, the way you drive can as well have a substantial impact on your car's energy consumption. In case you desire to enjoy your ZOE's aggressive speeds, you will touch on energy use. With the extreme temperatures, the carmaker Renault advice all drivers to take advantage and try eco-driving styles. Of course, the extent at which you avoid making sudden breaks and starts will determine how much you can save the battery's energy. Driers can always choose to anticipate the next moves to have the best and smooth rides while also reducing energy consumption.
Additionally, regenerative braking rounds out the car's power use. With this, you can store energy throughout the severe braking and deceleration moments. Renault has developed this type of energy regaining braking system to convert moving energy to electrical. Drivers can now recover about 20% of Zoe's range once the trip ends. Opting to park your vehicle in an enclosed area or a garage can protect d it from serious temperature changes.
What is the take of AutoPlus Dubai?
That Renault's EV vehicle somehow aligns to what many drivers have expected. Following the fact that even upgraded cars are prone to get damaged after or during a long trip in adverse conditions, the renown Renault spare parts supplier AutoPlus recommends you must help the battery remain at bay with the temperature changes. Considering purchasing the accessories from the store means you get competitive price offerings to enable you to hit the road for an extended time without problems.
What is EBD and How it works?
EBD is an abbreviation for Electronic Brake-force Distribution system. Today, most of the vehicles on road comes with ABS and EBD system integrated in them.
We have a separate article dedicated on what ABS is and how it works on our blog post page. You just have to search for it.
In this article we will focus on what is EBD and how it helps in making our vehicles more safe and sound. To understand EBD we have to understand how barking works in vehicle which is not EBD enabled.
In a vehicle which does not have EBD, while braking will exert full and equal force on each wheel of the vehicle irrespective of the weight being put on any particular wheel of the vehicle.
In this scenario the wheels may skid and steering becomes very difficult, which results in the loss of control over the vehicle.
To overcome this scenario we have EBD enabled vehicles on road. Electronic Brake-force Distribution System exerts distributed force on every wheel of the vehicle depending upon the weight and pressure being exerted on it.
To have a better understanding of EBD first let's get a hold on a little science. The more the weight the more force you need to exert to stop any moving vehicle and vice versa. That's it!
This is all the science you need to know for this. EBD has 3 main components in its system. Speed and weight sensors. Electronic control unit and brake force modulators. The sensors on each individual wheel senses the weight on each wheel and the speed of the wheel.
Speed of the vehicle is scrutinized and the difference between RPM of the engine and the rotation of the wheel is examined. This is done so because sometimes the speed of the vehicle might not be same as speed of wheel (speed not rotation of the wheel).
This situation may express that the wheel is skidding. So it is important to read these different speeds and signals. The data (weight on each wheel and speed of vehicle, RPM, rotation and speed of wheel) is then sent to the electronic control unit, which is nothing but a small one inch chip which calculates and performs different mathematical operation on the signal and decides, what amount of brake force is to be applied to every individual wheel of the vehicle.
In correspondence to this data works the brake force modulator which controls the pressure on brake discs and controls the speed of each individual wheel.
Now a question comes up in our mind why do we need to apply different brake forces of different wheels of the vehicle. Remember the science concept I told you about. When a car is empty (only equipped by driver) the weight on front wheels (wheel taking weight of the engine) is primarily more than the rear wheel so according to our science concept the front wheels needs more brake force than rear wheel.
And when the car is fully loaded the weight on rear wheels increases and need brake force accordingly, EBD system performs all of these operation in Nano milliseconds to keep you safe and sound on road.
Now that you have learned about EBD, do visit autoplus dubai in case your car needs some repair or you need genuine spare parts in dubai.
What is ABS and How it works?
A quick demonstration of what is ABS and how it can help car driver improve their safety.
ABS is an abbreviation for Anti-lock braking system. Before we get into the core of this topic anymore first we have to understand a simple phenomenon which will help us give us a better understanding on this topic.
Suppose a person driving a car which does not have an ABS system in it. He is driving his car a considerable high speed and suddenly something gets into his way forward on the road and he has to hit hard on the brakes with all the power he has in his legs.
This will make the brakes shoes to grasp on brake discs which will stop the wheels of the vehicles immediately bringing them into a lock position.
Thing to note here is that only the wheels will come to a full stop and not the vehicle because of the momentum and inertia of the car or in simple words the speed of the car resulting in skidding of the vehicle.
And because the wheels have been locked and forward inertia of the vehicle the driver will be unable stop the car and to make things worse we won't even be able to steer his way through the obstacle because of the locking of the wheels.
This phenomenon of locking of wheels because of hard braking in any situation while the vehicle is moving is called Locking of Brakes.
It was discovered by automakers back in late 1920s and a solution which is called Anti-lock Braking System or ABS was introduced in 1950s but was very expensive and was in the initial stages of development.
But an effective and operational ABS was introduced in 1970s. Enough of the history now let's get the hold of the concept how an ABS works.
Anti-lock braking system as the name says it all prevents the wheels of the vehicle from getting locked in any situation where vehicle has to be stopped with immediate effect.
Now a question comes up in mind that how it works or how abs does it? ABS is a sophisticated system but to make it understandable to a 5 year old boy, here's how it works.
A vehicle having ABS have speed sensors placed at all the wheels of the vehicle which senses and monitors the deceleration rate and the speed of the vehicle.
This data in form an electrical signal is then sent to ABS modular unit which decodes and analysis this signal which was sent in electrical form. A computer in ABS modular unit decides if the current rate of deceleration will cause the wheels to get lock or not?
Mathematical operations on signal are performed and the result is sent to ABS controller unit which controls the deceleration rate by increasing or decreasing the pressure on the brake discs.
Pressure is made by pressurized oil flowing through the brake coils and a pump and valve controls this pressure on the brake discs.
ABS controller unit controls the valve and the pump to increase or decrease the pressure on brake discs and keeps the deceleration rate at the appropriate level to bring down the vehicle to stand still while keeping the wheels of the vehicles moving and preventing them from getting in a lock position.
This system makes sure that the control of the vehicles stays in the hands of driver. Now that you have understood about ABS make sure to drop by AutoPlus Dubai to purchase genuine spare parts in case you need some for your vehicle.
The new design of the Twingo marks a fresh chapter of Renaults story going to many years back. The recently unveiled car gives car owners the opportunity to re-experience the richness of Groupe Renault's legacy. With a complete external development and an internal revolution, it evokes the treasures in the thousands of sketches and drawings in the company's inventories. Of course, the French take on this model has a mid-cycle revival to stay competitive in the auto market. It looks cute as the buttons are, the small hatchback looks like its predecessor. However, the magical spirit lies in the parts of this city made even for starter drivers.
The completely redesigned Renault takes a pronounced shape that makes it look chic and updated. The introduced style is evident on its lighting signature with LED headlamp clusters that run during the day. The light technology is unique to this small city vehicle as the drivers can quickly turn. Its rear bumper also received an upgrade using the added decorative trims while the front one reveals a chick design on the big painted surface.
The integrated graphics on the front grille particularly on the side air inlets make Twingo look full of space. The team as well fiddled its top-trim level by providing a chrome-surface to make the car distinguishing. As the changes continue, you can notice the "C" light style on the taillights as the tailgate embraces an easy-to-operate handle placed below the back wiper. Interestingly, the ride height got slightly lowered to minimize the drag factor and thus increase fuel efficiency.
For the very first time, Twingo comes loaded with an EDC automatic gearbox. The feature is intended to relieve drivers from the tedious task of changing gears when caught in traffic. Indeed, innovation makes life stress-free since you spend many hours in the car as Renault purposed. Urban driving includes several times of uninterrupted speeding up, decelerating and shifting gears. And the New Twingo suits this type of city environment laving you with pleasant road moments.
One distinguishing feature of Twingo steps within the pintsized cabin. The recent version in Renaults range has an update of a 7-inch display with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Its new seat upholstery makes the vehicle agile and fun to ride in even in long rips. The white finish thrown on the dashboard spices up things as it adds to the topstitching used on its door' armrests. For the coffee lover, you will find the center console entirely reconfigured to allow an adjustable upright holding even for your smartphone's position. Also, the car comes with one jack plug and double USB ports.
The hatchback has a selection of two petrol engines with each having three cylinders. The logically pronounced 1.0-liter is created entirely to its five-speed manual transmission. The system can produce either 65 or 75 hp, and also push 95 Nm of torque. Alternatively, the turbocharged unit is 0.9-liter and provides 93 hp, and 135 Nm to the cars rear axle.
New Renault TWINGO + Renault car parts Dubai = no further problems.
The subtle styling tweaks of Twingo makes this French city vehicle very adorable. Without a word regarding the hotter features, every car owner will probably not need to wait longer to buy its components for repairs. AutoPlus provides high-quality Renault car parts Dubai that will make you not to overpay. Within a simple click, you can place your order and avoid future problem while on the road.
For many years, the design of Renault vehicles remains to be the leading selling measure to the brand. The working strategy has left many people wondering how exactly this automaker got to this point. Well, the team, have always organized their operation for the past few decades. And the truth is no plans have hit them to stop there but only get the mended reins to acquire a tougher identity in the global market.
The first time the no stunning Renault Alaskan pick-up got introduced was back in 2017. But now the strong design has made its front section to change and receive the conversant Renault looks. That means the truck has a fresher grille, headlight, bonnet, and bumpers. However, the back has only the tailgates central part altered through flattening to create room for Alaskan badging. The vehicles ice-white color compares well with the red and black outside touches. The high-class two-color hardtop provides additional storage space to keep the cargo safe during transport. The black cutting bars, wing protectors, 18-inch black aluminum wheel rims, all-terrain tires, shark antenna and many more makes the car demonstrates the customization making. The model will remain stunning as before, with its stylish, strong lines and front end.
The inside of this cabin still manages to remain practical and very comfortable for your road times. Its animated front seats have an eight-way modifiable seat for the driver to make the rides more relaxing, while the pickup continues to work with its decent storage space. With the continuing growth in demand for the seven-speed gearbox and automatic transmissions, this pickup is well-matched and responsive with its 187 bhp engine. Even though the reasonably small-capacity of the 2.3-liter engine can scare away some buyers, it still works well. In top power rating, it will, however, operate quite hard but with the torque evenly spreading across its bottom part. Besides space, you get five leather seats and also an audio system with six Focal hi-fi speakers having full Dôme Flax tech. The Alaskan ICE Edition provides a superior sound experience that will enable you to enjoy all the moments you spend on board.
The design of Alaskan ICE Edition car makes it deal with all kinds of a scenario including use for business, leisure or off-road. The included a two-tone hardtop, lockable tailgate, sliding or lockable bedcover, and a protector among others make the car suitable for use either professionally or personally. Not only is the car tough but also fuel-efficient with economical fuel use in the auto market.
The launch of the vehicle shows the thrive of the implemented fresher design strategy. While this iconic car perpetuates the potential by optimizing its strengths, there are further details to what this means to the part dealers. All thanks to specialized Renault network, the brand revolutionizes without overlooking to provide the best accessories. The show vehicle has a range of solutions to make life easy for the drivers both for leisure and work.
Alaskan owners will rely on the expertise from the AutoPlus team to get your tailor-made vehicle components. At this store, it is sure you will find your select Renault auto car spare parts Dubai that match the Factory provisions. You can check through the website and place your orders for original and genuine elements.


This release by Norwegian cellist Jonathan Aasgaard (the principal cellist of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra) and British pianist Martin Roscoe purports to be a complete recording of Brahms' music for cello and piano. In fact it's padded with quite a few other things that have little or nothing to do with Brahms other than the fact that he composed the original music: the transcriptions of Brahms songs and Hungarian dances and of the slow movement of the Piano Concerto No. 2 in B flat major, Op. 83, were the common currency of home music-making until recordings came along, and that of the Scherzo of the F-A-E Sonata, composed collaboratively by Robert Schumann, Albert Dietrich, and the young Brahms, is one of several versions of this violin-and-piano work made for cello. That leaves the two cello sonatas and the transcription of the Violin Sonata No. 1 in G major, Op. 78, by Brahms himself as actual Brahms works; those together are slightly longer than what will fit on a single CD, which seems to have been the motivation for the rest of the program. The violin sonata is the highlight of the whole thing; the transcription fits Aasgaard's clear, elegant tone in the cello's middle register. There is nothing much to object to in the two Brahms cello sonatas, but there are clearly new and old versions available that cut a sharper profile: those Antonio Meneses and Maria-João Pires (in the former category) and Mstislav Rostropovich and Rudolf Serkin (in the latter) come to mind. The recording is not a unified project, either artistically or sonically; the performances come from three different recording sessions, albeit all at the same venue, the church-to-concert hall conversion called the Friary in Liverpool. For chamber music it's a bit cavernous.


CONTROP's CEDAR Intruder Detection System Attracting Strong International Attention for Homeland Security.
HOD HASHARON, ISRAEL 5 August 2002 – The changing international scene and growing need for intruder detection capability has placed the recently launched CEDAR Compact Electro-Optical Intruder Detection System on center stage as it attracts strong international attention for homeland security. First-hand experience in the 'war against terrorism' brings the focus to CONTROP as a world leader in security and defense due to the company's innovative solutions for airborne, maritime and ground surveillance.
The CEDAR is a highly sophisticated electro-optical Day/Night Panoramic Intruder Detection System, which automatically detects intruders in a wide panoramic view in real time. This panoramic automatic intruder detection system uses a FLIR camera, which detects intruders by day and by night. The scan sector can be selected in both azimuth and elevation axes, using an accurate motorized Pan and Tilt unit. The CEDAR operates in a panoramic scan mode for intruder detection or in observation mode with live video for intruder recognition and identification. The system features multiple target detection and is integrated with an Automatic Video Tracker (AVT).
The CEDAR System has a wide variety of applications, including but not limited to perimeter security, coastal surveillance, surveillance of sensitive facilities, border control, ground troops security and more. Some of the applications found to be most popular by international customers include the surveillance of airports, power plants, fuel storage depots, oil refineries, water reservoirs, etc. The CEDAR System has been found to be one of the most sophisticated and advanced security systems available today.


The other day we told you about the new Motorola Cliq Google Android smartphone, which was being launched in the US.
Motorola are brining a version of this handset to the UK, and it will be called the Motorola Dext, it will be available in the UK from October.
The Motorola DEXT will be available on the Orange mobile phone network, and it will be sold exclusively through Orange in the UK.
The DEXT will be available to Orange customers for free, on a 24 month contract, which costs £34.26 per month, and the package will include 900 call minutes, unlimited texts, unlimited Internet browsing and access to Orange Maps.


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William T. Winters
Nationality: British/American
William T. Winters has been a member of the Board of Directors since 2013. He qualifies as an independent Non-Executive Director and is a member of the Compensation Committee and the Governance, Nomination and Corporate Responsibilities Committee.
Mr. Winters is CEO and a board member of Standard Chartered, based in London. He also serves on the board of Colgate University in the United States, and on the boards of the International Rescue Committee and the Print Room theater in the United Kingdom.
Mr. Winters received his bachelor's degree from Colgate University and his Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in the US. From 2011 to 2015, he was chairman and CEO of Renshaw Bay, an alternative asset management firm. Prior to that, he was co-CEO of JPMorgan's investment bank from 2003 to 2010. He joined JPMorgan in 1983 and has held management roles across several market areas and in corporate finance. Additionally, he was a commissioner on the UK Independent Commission on Banking in 2010 and 2011, and was awarded the title of Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2013.


Did you know that April is Heartworm Awareness Month? It's also International Guitar Month and National Poetry Month. While guitars and poems are definitely much more pleasant than heartworms, it is important for pet owners to understand what heartworms are, and why they're so dangerous to our furry friends. A local Plano, TX vet discusses heartworms below.
Heartworms have definitely been named appropriately. Heartworms are transmitted from dog to dog via mosquitos. They are in larval form when they initially infect an animal, but soon take up residence in pets' hearts, as well as their lungs and arteries. As they get bigger, they begin to interfere with pets' vital organs. This is very dangerous, and can even be fatal. It's worth noting that although cats can and do get heartworms, it's more common for dogs to have them.
It usually takes about 6 months for signs of a heartworm infestation to appear. Coughing is often the first symptom. Other symptoms include lethargy, shortness of breath, fatigue, reduced appetite, and lack of interest in play. Fido may also become a bit of a couch potato. More serious problems, such as fainting, develop down the road. Left untreated, heartworms can cause heart attacks, and, as mentioned above, can even be deadly.
There are treatments available for heartworm infestations. Treatment is successful in most cases. However, eradicating heartworms can be expensive, especially if surgery is required. It also isn't very pleasant for Fido. Your canine pal may need to take some harsh medicines. He may also need to be kenneled during the course of treatment, and may have his activities limited. Ask your vet for more information.
Fortunately, it's quite easy to keep your beloved pet safe from these horrible parasites. Just keep up with Fido's heartworm prevention. This is also much cheaper! The AMVA estimates that heartworm prevention costs between $5-$15 monthly. Treating your dog for heartworm, however, can run between $400 to $1000. It's worth noting that if your pet hasn't been on heartworm prevention, he'll need to be tested before starting a new regime. This is because heartworm prevention products won't kill infestations.
To learn more about heartworms, or to make an appointment for your pet, contact us today. As your Plano, TX pet clinic, we are here to help!


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Delaware medical marijuana patients in limbo
Delaware's program has expanded in the last five years, but patients still grapple with tension state and federal laws.
Jessica Masulli Reyes, and Jen Rini
The News Journal
Medical marijuana was legalized in Delaware five years ago.
The first dispensing site, called First State Compassion Center, opened in Wilmington in 2015.
The state is in contract negotiations that could open dispensaries in Kent and Sussex counties by 2017.
Five years after medical marijuana was legalized in Delaware, patients still struggle to gain access to the controversial drug they say is the only way to relieve their debilitating conditions.
Marijuana in the First State and nationwide still operates in a gray area and in defiance of federal law. The result is that patients often pay exorbitant prices, must drive hours every week to buy the drug legally, sometimes have to buy it off drug dealers and often can't use the drug when they need it most.
"There are thousands of people that need this as medicine, and there is too much greed and back-door politics going on here," said Todd Boone, a medical marijuana cardholder.
Here is what they face:
• Boone, of Milton, travels 190 miles round trip every week to the state's only dispensary, in Wilmington. He arrives to find not enough of the particular strain of marijuana he said he needs to combat pain he's had since crashing his motorcycle in 2008. That frustration led him to sue the state to open dispensaries in Kent and Sussex counties, closer to his home.
• Derek, an Iraq War veteran who asked that his last name not be used, couldn't find a psychiatrist to sign off on his application for a medical marijuana card. He began using marijuana anyway to help him cope with nightmares brought on by post-traumatic stress, but lost his job because of it. Now he turns to alcohol to help him sleep. If that doesn't work, he keeps a bottle of NyQuil by the bed.
• Victor Zapata, a 15-year-old with uncontrollable seizures, was approved for a medical marijuana card two weeks ago, but his mother is hesitant to start the medication because she fears a hospital stay could derail his progress. Hospitals in Delaware don't administer marijuana products to patients like Victor for fear that the federal government, which still classifies marijuana as an illegal drug, will slap them with hefty fines or take away licenses and federal funding.
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Delaware's medical marijuana program continues to evolve since it began in December 2011.
Even though the state planned to open dispensaries in each county years ago, the process moved slowly amid threats from the federal government. The first dispensing site, First State Compassion Center, opened as a pilot in Wilmington in 2015.
Now the state is nearing the end of contract negotiations that could open two more dispensaries in Kent and Sussex counties by 2017.
Lawmakers have also expanded the list of conditions adults and children need to have in order to be eligible for medical marijuana to include cancer, specific types of autism and seizures. Gov. Jack Markell signed a law Wednesday that adds terminal illness to the list.
The number of participating physicians has grown at the same pace. Over 300 have recommended patients for cards, with 1,752 patients being approved to date. The majority live in New Castle County, are over the age of 50 and suffer from chronic pain.
Delaware decriminalized possession of small amounts of the drug for recreational use and legalized it for medical purposes, but the federal government has not budged, even amid changing public opinion and interest in research. The Drug Enforcement Administration in August announced it will keep marijuana illegal for any purpose.
Staunch opponents of marijuana legalization — for both medicinal and recreational use — say the loosening stance on the drug is misguided and dangerous.
"This is not a medicine, and it never has been," said Carla Lowe, founder of Citizens Against Legalizing Marijuana in California. "People are buying into that message. It is all part of the plan [for legalization], and the dopers are pulling the strings."
Dr. Matthew Roman, one of Delaware's only doctors specializing in medical marijuana, sees the issue differently.
"Delaware has a problem with narcotics," he said while sitting in his Wilmington office behind a picture of a marijuana plant. "The public is coming to me asking for a way out, and when other doctors just throw more medication at them, this is an alternative."
Buying an ounce on the street
Medical marijuana patients in Delaware find themselves navigating the tricky web of state and federal laws every day.
In 2008, Boone was in a crash in which he flew over the handlebars of his motorcycle, shattering his collarbone and back. The 45-year-old underwent multiple surgeries, but still suffers from unbearable pain, nerve spasms and a brain lesion.
He said he is allergic to opiates that are traditionally used to treat chronic pain, leaving him with little relief on the excruciating days when his body is so stiff he can barely move.
Boone was accepted into the state's medical marijuana program and now finds himself on weekly trips to New Castle County for his one comfort from the pain.
He purchases 3 ounces — the maximum allowed by law — every 14 days from the Compassion Center. He then purchases an additional ounce on the street for about $120, or about a third of the price.
Four ounces gives him enough to create a tincture, or a a marijuana oil created by dissolving the drug in alcohol. He takes drops of the solution mixed with grapeseed or avocado oil as a pain reliever.
"This is a natural pain killer," he said. "The pain is still there, but your body doesn't respond to it."
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Between buying the raw marijuana and traveling, he estimates he has spent upwards of $25,000. A dispensary near his home would significantly cut down on that cost.
Even though the state says a dispensary in his home county of Sussex is imminent, he and Trevor Wiberg, who suffers from a rare genetic disease, renewed a lawsuit in August against the state Department of Health and Social Services to force the agency to comply with the Delaware Medical Marijuana Act.
The act said that all three counties must have a Compassion Center by Jan. 1, 2013.
"If the state tomorrow, next week, next month follows the law, the case will be dismissed, happily," Boone's attorney, Edward Gill, said.
Paul Hyland, director of Delaware's medical marijuana program, said that even though negotiations are private, the state is moving along and expects new dispensaries to begin growing product soon.
"These things take time," Hyland said.
Hospitals remain strict
The path forward for medical marijuana patients who have to grapple with frequent hospitalizations or admittance into long-term care facilities is not so clear.
Hospitals in Delaware do not allow patients to be given or prescribed marijuana on their grounds. If they did so, they say they would face repercussions from the federal government
While at Nemours/A.I. duPont Hospital for Children, Olga Zapata described that struggle. Her son cannot express his pain even as doctors poke and prod him to figure out the source of a lingering gastrointestinal issue on top of his regular seizures.
Zapata is convinced cannabis oil could reduce the number of Victor's anti-epileptic medications and keep him out of the hospital, but she fears starting and stopping his treatment for a stint in the hospital would be worse.
So she hasn't used the medical marijuana card her son was approved for two weeks ago.
"What would be our choices then? The only choice is to go back to those drugs that we are desperately trying to avoid," Zapata said. "We have permission to do so, so why would the federal government interfere in a state business? I want the hospital to maintain quality of care and the patient comes first."
Dr. Karyl Rattay, director of Delaware's Division of Public Health, which oversees the state's medical marijuana program, empathized with her problem.
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Silversteen certifies patients for medical marijuana and currently is treating about 250 multiple sclerosis patients who use the treatment to combat symptoms of nerve pain.
"You have to be federally compliant, but we do our best to bridge people," he said.
"It's a current gap in the system simply because this whole process is still evolving," Silversteen said. "Hopefully one day this gap closes and it's made more accessible to all."
Nancy Lemus tried to stave off a hospital visit as long as she could for her son Christopher, but after about a month she broke down.
The 10-year-old lives with cerebral palsy and dystonia, a disorder that causes debilitating spasms and affects the way the body moves.
"It does him no justice to keep him at home and keep patching something that needs to be fixed," Lemus, of New Castle, said.
Once admitted to A.I. duPont Hosptial for Children he swapped his cannabis oil for narcotics to manage the pain. Heartbroken, Lemus met with Nemours' ethics board to try and find a solution, but officials insisted that changes needed to occur at the federal level, she said.
Janie Maedler, a medical marijuana advocate who pushed for pediatric patients to be able to use cannabis oil in Delaware, said she is fortunate her daughter Rylie, 10, didn't have to be hospitalized overnight for a procedure last year.
Rylie started experiencing seizures in 2013 after a surgery to remove a benign tumor in the left side of her face. The oil was found to calm her seizures.
Last September, Rylie had to go in for an electroencephalogram to catch abnormalities related to the brain's electrical activity. But she couldn't use her cannabis oil.
"It was torture. As soon as they unhooked her wires they told me you absolutely cannot (give her the oils) until your car is off the property," Maedler, of Rehoboth Beach, said.
But she said the hospital is willing to work with parents on a solution.
Chris Manning, a spokesman for Nemours, said that physicians who are affiliated with the hospital can certify patients have a particular condition that makes them eligible for medical marijuana cards, but the hospital will not administer, prescribe or dispense medical marijuana on-site unless a patient is enrolled in a federally approved research study.
"The legalization of marijuana for medical purposes at the state level has proved challenging for hospitals and providers around the country," Manning said. The hospital system "continues to monitor developments at the state and federal level to ensure compliance with the laws."
'On the edge'
More physicians are willing to certify patients for medical marijuana, Rattay said, adding that she personally has conducted presentations with the medical community to educate them on the program.
"When I talk to physicians about medical marijuana, I almost always talk about the opioid crisis we are dealing with," she said, pointing to limited research that demonstrated a decrease in opiate dependence in states with medical marijuana programs.
Roman, a doctor whom patients often turn to when their primary physician is unwilling to approve them for the program, said he hopes other doctors will also become comfortable with the process.
Psychiatrist Dr. Marc Turgeon recently joined Roman's office on North King Street in Wilmington, which is marked out front by a green door and a sign for Nature's Way Medicine that is covered in marijuana-themed stickers.
More psychiatrists getting on board would help people like Derek, who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and want to use medical marijuana.
PTSD is the only qualifying condition that requires a psychiatrist's sign-off, and there is a shortage of the specialists in Delaware. This, coupled with the fact that the VA falls under federal law, leaves many veterans stuck.
"The veterans are a huge source of patients that we have to turn away," said Maggie Fauver, Mid-Atlantic Regional director of Canna Care Docs, which helps patients prepare to apply for medical marijuana cards. "We don't have a psychiatrist on staff."
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Derek's nightmares began before he left the U.S. Army six years ago.
The Dover resident, who didn't want his last name to be used because he is applying for jobs, said he made an appointment with the Wilmington VA as soon as he was discharged.
"The very first thing the VA did was hand me a bottle of antipsychotics. The volume of pills and the varieties of pills continued to change," Derek recalled. "It got rid of the nightmares, but I would wake up in the morning soaked in piss."
So, instead, he drank. He said he had recreationally smoked marijuana, but a friend eventually suggested he try it to help with his nightmares.
"I started to notice that I felt happier. I felt like a different person," Derek said.
But he couldn't find a psychiatrist to certify him for a medical marijuana card so he continued to use illegally, costing him his job.
He almost took his life on three occasions and credits his miniature dachshund Chewy with keeping him alive.
"I'm just like on the edge here," he said.
Contact Jessica Masulli Reyes at (302) 324-2777, jmreyes@delawareonline.com or Twitter @jessicamasulli. Contact Jen Rini at (302) 324-2386, jrini@delawareonline.com or Twitter @JenRini.
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Delawareans must apply for a medical marijuana card in order to purchase at a dispensary. A doctor must first certify that they have certain qualifying conditions to be eligible for medical marijuana treatment.
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The number of changes I've made is readily obvious. For one thing, the paper is almost three full pages shorter this time. The entire introduction and conclusion have been reworked. In the end, there is much less information, but the content is better organized and structured. The argument is stronger. So please, read away, but do remember the connection between plagiarism and broken legs.


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Q: VHDL My timer does not work I have a 25MHz clock in my FPGA and I would like to make a timer which returns '1' when it counts for 60 seconds. But I have two problems:

*

*I don't understand why my outpout signal "count_sortie" is undefined in Vivado when I simulate it.

*To force to define my signal count_sortie, I add ":= 0" in the testbench file to simulate but "count_sortie" stays equal to '0' after the 60 seconds delay.

Here are my VHDL files:
    library IEEE;
    use IEEE.STD_LOGIC_1164.ALL;
    use IEEE.STD_LOGIC_ARITH.all;
    use IEEE.STD_LOGIC_UNSIGNED.all;

    entity count is
        Port ( clk : in  STD_LOGIC;
               count_entree : in STD_LOGIC;
               count_sortie : out STD_LOGIC
              );
    end count;

    architecture Behavioral of count is

    signal q : integer range 0 to 30000000 :=0;

    begin

        process(clk)
        begin
        if (clk'event and clk='1')
        then

              while ((count_entree = '1') and (q < 25000000)) loop

                 if (q < 25000000) then

                      q := q + 1;
                      count_sortie <= '0';
                 else

                    count_sortie <= '1';

                 end if;
              end loop;
        end if;
        end process;

    end Behavioral;

And the testbench file:
library IEEE;
use IEEE.STD_LOGIC_1164.ALL;

ENTITY tbcount IS
END tbcount;

ARCHITECTURE behavior OF tbcount IS

    -- Component Declaration for the Unit Under Test (UUT)

    COMPONENT count
    PORT(
           clk : in  STD_LOGIC;
           count_entree : in STD_LOGIC;
           count_sortie : out STD_LOGIC
        );
    END COMPONENT;

    --Inputs

   signal clk : std_logic := '0';
   signal count_entree : std_logic;

    --Outputs

   signal count_sortie : std_logic;

    --Clock

   constant clk_period : time := 40 ns;

BEGIN

    -- Instantiate the Unit Under Test (UUT)
   uut: count PORT MAP (
          clk => clk,
          count_entree => count_entree,
          count_sortie => count_sortie
        );

   -- Clock process definitions
   clk_process :process
   begin
        clk <= '0';
        wait for clk_period/2;
        clk <= '1';
        wait for clk_period/2;
   end process;

       -- Stimulus process
   stim_proc: process
   begin

    count_entree <= '1';

      wait;
   end process;

END;

Thank you for your support.

A: In addition to my comment on your syntax being invalid, i.e. there is a confusion wether q is a signal or a variable, the following code will not do what you expect:
while ((count_entree = '1') and (q < 25000000)) loop
    if (q < 25000000) then
        q := q + 1;
        count_sortie <= '0';
    else
        count_sortie <= '1';
    end if;
end loop;

This loop is either an infinite loop if it's entered while count_entree = '1' and q is a signal, or resolves to the single statement count_sortie <= '0' if q is a variable.
Your loop doesn't have any wait statement. If q is a signal, it will never be updated to a new value since this happens when a process ends or encounters a wait statement, you then get an infinite loop.
If q is a variable, the loop is unrolled and only the last assignment is effective. Note that since you exit your loop if q < 25000000, the else statements are never executed.
Finally, note that this kind of structure would not be synthesizable, if it is your end goal.

A: No one has actually answered your question:

*

*I don't understand why my outpout signal "count_sortie" is undefined in Vivado when I simulate it.

*To force to define my signal count_sortie, I add ":= 0" in the testbench file to simulate but "count_sortie" stays equal to '0' after the 60 seconds delay.

As written with the variable assignment := your design description isn't valid VHDL.
It may be worth revisiting warning messages, what's going on should be apparent there. Instantiated count labelled uut is unbound in testbench tbcount and it's output signal not driven.  As far as the testbench is concerned there is not instantiation of count.
As far as the unasked question 'how to get it work'
And as Jonathan has pointed out your code can't do what you want it to in any event.  Jonathan's explanation of what the while loop does is essentially correct, you process won't work as intended even if uut is instantiated.
The basic idea is to is to count until q reaches 25,000,000 and set the output  count_sortie.  Note that evaluating for 25000000 will actual add an extra clock delay to count_sortie.
if clk'event and clk = '1' then
    if q /= 24999999 and count_entree = '1' then
        q <= q + 1;
    end if;
    if q = 24999999 then
        count_sortie <= '1';
    else
        count_sortie <= '0';
    end if;
end if;

This would count to 24999999 and stop counting. One clock later count_sortie would be set (1).
It has the property that if you were to clear or load q back to 0 to retrigger the timer there'd be a one clock delay before count_sortie went to '0'.
If that could be detrimental you could restore the comparison to 25000000 and move the if statement with the assignment to count_sortie outside the bounds of the if statement evaluating the rising edge of clk, or even make it a concurrent conditional signal assignment statement.
Keeping the assignment in the process might be more frugal, it share the same comparison for count in synthesis, guaranteed.
That code in this answer above would then look something like this:
if clk'event and clk = '1' then
    if q /= 25000000 and count_entree = '1' then
        q <= q + 1;
    end if;
end if;
if q = 25000000 then
    count_sortie <= '1';
else
    count_sortie <= '0';
end if;

And q should be in the sensitivity list. Note also the range of integer q only needs to extend from it's lefmost to it's rightmost assigned value.
To demonstrate this I've divides all the count values by 100,000 (for demo purposes, the numeric literal 250 can be set to 25000000 in all three places):
architecture behavioral of count is

    signal q: integer range 0 to 250 ;

begin

timer:
    process (clk,q)
    begin
        if clk'event and clk = '1' then
            if q /= 250 and count_entree = '1' then
                q <= q + 1;
            end if;
        end if;
        if q = 250 then
            count_sortie <= '1';
        else
            count_sortie <= '0';
        end if;
     end process;

end architecture;

Scaling q was about waiting for all those clocks needlessly just to
demonstrate count_sortie worked with your testbench:

(clickable)
So now we've not only answered your question directly but shown how to make it work correctly.
And if you were intending to use count_sortie as a clock you'd want to use the first method (using 24999999).

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