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Handing out hurricane relief supplies like a carnival barker.
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Tone deaf Trump embarrasses himself by 'shooting hoops' with relief supplies
Oliver Willis
Donald Trump made a gross display of hurricane relief, playing around and throwing paper towels into the crowd of survivors, and joking about flashlights as only 7 percent of Puerto Rico has power.
Donald Trump conducted an utterly tone-deaf tour of Puerto Rico.
Seeming to think it was all a game, Trump threw out paper towels to a crowd of people in desperate need of supplies and told citizens they no longer need flashlights, even though only 7 percent of the island has power.
Yelling, "You don't need 'em anymore," Trump handed out the flashlights at an aid distribution point.
"Flashlights! You don't need 'em anymore!" Pres. Trump says as he hands out flashlights at a Puerto Rico aid center. https://t.co/DdDOfQvXuq
— NBC Nightly News (@NBCNightlyNews) October 3, 2017
The fun and games — Trump also hurricane survivors to "have a good time" — comes as FEMA released an update on the problems facing the island, and the situation continues to be dire.
FEMA told reporters that only 7 percent of the people in Puerto Rico have power, while thousands of homes have been destroyed and over 9,000 people are currently in shelters.
Trump appeared to be enjoying himself as he pivoted from right to left, launching the packages of supplies into the crowd.
Incompetent @realDonaldTrump is treating hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico like a minor league halftime show pic.twitter.com/FOXmEPlDsa
— Bridge Project (@BridgeProject21) October 3, 2017
TRUMP: [Throws paper towels into the crowd, pivots to the left, throws out more paper towels]
Trump started his visit to the island with a strange session where he complained that "we've spent a lot of money in Puerto Rico," while also insisting that the death toll there compared to Hurricane Katrina is proof he's done a good job.
He showed that he still nurses a grudge against San Juan's Mayor Carmen Yulin Cruz, shaking her hand but refusing to speak to her after she spoke to him. Cruz has been pleading for federal assistance to provide relief to Puerto Rico, while Trump has been dragging his feet.
Traditionally, there has been dignity to the behavior of American presidents while visiting their citizens in time of tragedy and strife brought on by natural disasters.
Trump's predecessor, President Barack Obama, did not turn his visits into odd cults of personality or inappropriate egocentric displays.
He stepped up to the task of being presidential effortlessly, while Trump continues to fumble and fail.
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Socioeconomic Status and Public Health Financing
February 15, 2015 Ulysses Labilles, DMD, PhD	2 Comments
Health financing is the cornerstone of strategy development based on both in terms of raising resources and of ways to manage resources. It is critical to emphasize the need for greater evaluation of the distributional impact of policies and programs. Socioeconomic status could affect public health financing such as people with insurance or money, creating higher expenditures. On the other hand, medically underserved, uninsured and underinsured create greater expenses because they enter the health system at the advanced stages of diseases and in weakened conditions (Laureate Education, Inc., 2012). In addition to socioeconomic status, other social determinants that affects both average and distribution of health includes physical environment, lifestyle or behavior, working conditions, social network, family, demographics, political, legal, institutional and cultural factors. Since funding is considered as a scarce resource, it is paramount to allocate resources based on the identified gaps in care. The significance of socioeconomic data in US public health surveillance systems should be emphasized in order to monitor socio-economic gradients in health. Socioeconomic data is important in determining the allocation of resources for public health financing. Krieger et al. (2003) stated that the use of multilevel frameworks and area-based socioeconomic measures (ABSMs) for public health monitoring can potentially overcome the absence of socioeconomic data in most US public health surveillance systems. Moreover, political will is essential to bridging public health and action that will help in the development and implementation of public health policy based on scientific evidence and community participation. Epstein, Stern and Weissman (1990) found that hospitalized patients with lower socioeconomic status have longer stays and require more resources. It was suggested in this study that supplementary payments allocated to the poor merits further consideration. Strategies for more efficient provision of care for patients with low socioeconomic status can be developed at the managerial and clinical levels.
Inequality or disparity is defined as the difference in health status, inequalities in access to and quality of health care services. Additional disparities are attributed to factors such as discrimination in relation to health care system and the regulatory climate. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) found that disparities continue to dwell even when socio-demographic factors, insurance status, and clinical needs were controlled for racial and ethnic health care. Disparities dictate funding requirements for public health initiatives for the underserved populations. Furthering social justice and maximizing individual liberties will advance traditional public health goals. Socioeconomic status of communities drives the financing needs for public health initiatives; therefore, burdens of the program must be minimized and identified to reduce pre-existing social injustices. Social benefits, public health programs that stimulate dignified employment, and strengthening of communities are important benefits that should be given high consideration. Public health professionals and health department leaders may not have the capacity to implement all programs that could be beneficial to a target population or community, but advocacy is paramount to improving health. Sufficient data is critical to justify the necessity of the program. I believe that it is our duty as healthcare and public health leaders to remove from policy debates and decision-making any discriminatory procedures or unjustified limitations on personal liberties. Public policy should be based on an ethics perspective and multiple considerations.
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Édouard Fritch (67 years old) (born January 4 1952 in Papeete Tahiti) is French Polynesian politician. He has served as the Speaker of the Assembly of French Polynesia from April 12 2007 to February 2008 and from February to April 2009. Fritch is co-President of Tahoeraa Huiraatira a pro-French political party.Since 1986 Edouard Fritch is member of the Assembly of French Polynesia.
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We present a large-margin formulation and algorithm for structured output prediction that allows the use of latent variables. The paper identifies a particular formulation that covers a large range of application problems, while showing that the resulting optimization problem can generally be addressed using Concave-Convex Programming. The generality and performance of the approach is demonstrated on a motif-finding application, noun-phrase coreference resolution, and optimizing precision at k in information retrieval.


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package org.xander.spring.springIdol.springMVC.service;

import org.xander.spring.springIdol.springMVC.domain.PeriodicReservation;
import org.xander.spring.springIdol.springMVC.domain.Player;
import org.xander.spring.springIdol.springMVC.domain.Reservation;
import org.xander.spring.springIdol.springMVC.domain.SportType;

import java.util.*;

public class ReservationServiceImpl implements ReservationService {
    public static final SportType TENNIS = new SportType(1, "Tennis");
    public static final SportType SOCCER = new SportType(2, "Soccer");
    private List<Reservation> reservations;

    public ReservationServiceImpl() {
        reservations = new ArrayList<>();
        reservations.add(new Reservation("Tennis #1",
                         new GregorianCalendar(2008, 0, 14).getTime(),
                         16,
                         new Player("Roger", "N/A"), TENNIS));
        reservations.add(new Reservation("Tennis #2",
                         new GregorianCalendar(2008, 0, 14).getTime(),
                         20,
                         new Player("James", "N/A"), TENNIS));
    }

    @Override
    public List<Reservation> query(String courtName) {
        List<Reservation> result = new ArrayList<Reservation>();
        for (Reservation reservation : reservations) {
            if (reservation.getCourtName().equals(courtName)) {
                result.add(reservation);
            }
        }
        return result;
    }

    @Override
    public void make(Reservation reservation) throws ReservationNotAvailableException {
        for (Reservation made : reservations) {
            if (made.getCourtName().equals(reservation.getCourtName())
                    && made.getDate().equals(reservation.getDate())
                    && made.getHour() == reservation.getHour()) {
                throw new ReservationNotAvailableException(reservation.getCourtName(), reservation.getDate(), reservation.getHour());
            }
        }
        reservations.add(reservation);
    }
    public List<SportType> getAllSportTypes() {
        return Arrays.asList(new SportType[]{TENNIS, SOCCER});
    }

    public SportType getSportType(int sportTypeId) {
        switch (sportTypeId) {
            case 1:
                return TENNIS;
            case 2:
                return SOCCER;
            default:
                return null;
        }
    }

    @Override
    public void makePeriodic(PeriodicReservation periodicReservation) throws ReservationNotAvailableException {
        Calendar fromCalendar = Calendar.getInstance();
        fromCalendar.setTime(periodicReservation.getFromDate());
        Calendar toCalendar = Calendar.getInstance();
        toCalendar.setTime(periodicReservation.getToDate());

        while (fromCalendar.before(toCalendar)) {
            Reservation reservation = new Reservation();
            reservation.setCourtName(periodicReservation.getCourtName());
            reservation.setDate(fromCalendar.getTime());
            reservation.setHour(periodicReservation.getHour());
            reservation.setPlayer(periodicReservation.getPlayer());
            make(reservation);
            fromCalendar.add(Calendar.DATE, periodicReservation.getPeriod());
        }

    }
}

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Life on the Asteroid Frontier
Highlights from OSIRIS-REx Science Team Meeting #6
April 30, 2014 ·	by dslauretta ·	in Asteroid Astronomy, Asteroids, Autobiographical, DEWG, OSIRIS-REx, Sample Science, Spacecraft, TAGSAM, Thermal Analysis	· 2 Comments
The OSIRIS-REx Science Team gathered at the University of Arizona in Tucson from April 22 -24, 2014 for their sixth meeting. The meeting was a dynamic event and covered many aspects of both the science and implementation of the mission. In this post I will discuss a few of the highlights.
Over 100 team members and guests attended OSIRIS-REx STM06
In Search of the Source of Bennu
Our science team meetings traditionally start off with a science presentation covering recent, exciting results. This time, Bill Bottke, from the Southwest Research Institute-Planetary Science Directorate led us off with a discussion of the team's latest work to decipher the source region of Bennu in the main asteroid belt. On the OSIRIS-REx team, Bill leads the Dynamical Evolution Working Group, which is responsible for unraveling the history of Bennu.
Bill Bottke leads the OSIRIS-REx Dynamical Evolution Working Group
We are interested in Bennu's source region in the solar system to provide the ultimate context for the returned samples. Study of Bennu and its samples will tell us about the formation of her parent body in the solar nebula and planetesimal formation and other processes in the early Solar System. We are also interested in the history of her parent body after formation and what it tells us about planet formation processes and main belt evolution. Since Bennu is likely a collisional fragment of a much larger asteroid – we are interested in the formation and evolution of Bennu as a collisional byproduct. Finally, we hope to piece together the history of Bennu en route to the inner solar system and maybe someday to the Earth.
Bennu records the history of the Solar System
This work hints at some important, newly discovered processes for moving asteroids through the solar system. In particular, the concept of "stochastic YORP", wherein sunlight constantly changes the spin rate and pole orientation of small asteroids, may help us explain the evolution of older, dark-asteroid families in the main belt. When this factor is included in dynamical calculations of Bennu's history, we find that the New Polana family has a 70% probability of producing Bennu, while the Eulalia family has 30% chance. One of the most exciting aspects of the OSIRIS-REx science plan is that we will be able to test these dynamical theories using analyses of the returned sample.
Humberto discusses spectral characterization of Polana and Eulalia
Yarkovsky Study Update: Impact of Revised Thermal Inertia
After Bill's presentation, Steve Chesley reported on the latest assessment of the density and future orbital evolution of Bennu. As I discussed in a previous post, we have recently completed an astronomical study of Bennu using the Spitzer space telescope. These results have a significant impact on our estimate of the mass of the asteroid, along with its future orbital path. This coupling is the result of the Yarkovsky Effect, in which the interaction of sunlight and subsequent emission of thermal radiation from the asteroid surface creates a small thrust that alters the asteroid trajectory.
Steve Chesley leads the Yarkovsky investigation of Bennu
Steve recently published a comprehensive study of Bennu's trajectory, the Yarkovsky effect, and the inferred bulk density of the asteroid. All of these data combine to help us understand the impact hazard and calculate the probability that Bennu may one day hit the Earth.
In addition to data obtained with Spitzer, this study relied heavily on observations made using the Arecibo radio telescope. In particular, prediction of Bennu's future orbit required precise astrometric range measurements over a twelve-year period (Bennu performs a close approach to the Earth every six years). We had data in hand from the approach in 1999 and again in 2005. The 2011 apparition, however, provided a major challenge. At this time, the power supply for the radar system at Arecibo was undergoing major repairs in Pennsylvania. The window for observing Bennu was rapidly closing. Fortunately, Mike Nolan, a member of our science team, was on site at Arecibo and personally drove the crane that unloaded the power supply and rapidly got the system back online to obtain the required data!
Team member Mike Nolan ensured that Arecibo was back online in time to observe Bennu in 2011
The result of this hard work is the most precise estimate of an asteroid orbit ever obtained. Arecibo came online just in time to provide the needed ranging measurements to Bennu. Using these data, Steve and colleagues determined the Yarkovsky drift with 0.5% precision, estimated the bulk density within 0.07 g/cm3, determined that Bennu has a macroporosity (void space) of ~40%, and made reliable Earth encounter predictions 124 years into future and 357 years into past. He has slightly revised the cumulative odds for a Bennu Earth impact, which now stand at 1 in 2700 – one of the highest for any known asteroid!
Welcome Hayabusa 2 Colleagues from JAXA
Last year I had the privilege of presenting an OSIRIS-REx mission summary to the Hayabusa 2 science team. To reciprocate this kind gesture, I invited JAXA colleagues Makoto Yoshikawa and Shogo Tachibana to our meeting. Makoto provided us with an overview of the Hayabusa 2 mission and Shogo discussed their sample analysis plan. The presentations were outstanding and provided our team with solid understanding of the similarities and differences between our two missions.
Makoto Yoshikawa from JAXA provided a status updated on Hayabusa 2
The good news is that, as of now, Hayabusa 2 is on track for a launch later this year. I am hopeful that the spacecraft fabrication and test will continue as planned and that we can all wish Hayabusa 2 a successful journey to asteroid 1999 JU3. My fingers are crossed for an invite to attend the launch (hint, hint).
Hayabusa 2 is under construction for a planned launch in late 2014
Hayabusa 2 and OSIRIS-REx are closely allied missions. Both seek to return samples from a carbonaceous asteroid to better understand the evolution of organic material and the origin of life. While OSIRIS-REx seeks to return a large sample from a single site on Bennu, Hayabusa 2 is seeking to return less material from three distinct sites on the surface of 1999 JU3. In addition, Hayabusa 2 will deploy a small lander named MASCOT, built collaboratively by the German and French Space Agencies, for a 15-hour mission on the asteroid surface. Finally, Hayabusa 2 is carrying an explosive package that will fire an impactor into the asteroid surface to produce a 5-m crater.
Makoto and I discuss the challenges of leading an asteroid sample return mission
Overall, the bold mission planned by our JAXA colleagues impressed the OSIRIS-REx team. Hopefully, this interaction is just the beginning of a fruitful collaboration between the two missions.
Hayabusa 2 continues JAXA's plan for small body exploration
Productive Splinter Sessions
The first day of the science team meeting was held in plenary, with the whole team gathered in one location. For day 2, we "splintered" into groups to focus on distinct issues relevant to subsets of the team. Our first splinter session dealt with our ability to accurately point our science instruments at specific locations on the asteroid surface. We also reviewed the data and formats of our SPICE kernels – the information system that we use to assist scientists in planning and interpreting scientific observations. Other splinters focused on the interaction of our sampling mechanism with the asteroid regolith, planning for instrument calibrations during our Earth Gravity Assist, and developing uniform formats for all of the map products that will be used for sample-site selection and studying the asteroid geology.
The Image Processing Working Group poses for a group photo
Social Events and Team Building
Another tradition of OSIRIS-REx team meetings is the evening poster session. This venue provides a great way for the team to interact with each other informally.
Cateline describes the effect of space weathering on carbonaceous asteroids
The range of topics presented at this session was diverse with dozens of posters presented on a wide range of science and engineering topics. The team thoroughly enjoyed this session, which was held in the Southwest Meteorite Center in the Michael J. Drake building.
Jonathan presents Dave with a black-balloon bouquet – to celebrate his 50th birthday
I want to thank the entire team for a fantastic meeting. I am looking forward to STM07, which will be hosted by the Canadian Space Agency in Toronto this October.
Tags: Arecibo, asteroid, Bennu, Bill Bottke, Eulalia, Impact Hazard, JAXA, Launch window, Makoto Yoshikawa, MASCOT, Near-Earth object, OSIRIS-REx, Planetary science, Polana, Shogo Tachibana, SPICE, Spitzer Space Telescope, Steve Chesley, TAGSAM, University of Arizona, Yarkovsky, Yarkovsky effect, YORP
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Eight thoughts on the Nintendo Switch
Early this morning (in my neck of the woods, at least), Nintendo unveiled--via a three-minute video that can be viewed below--its "new home gaming console," called Switch.
Previously referred to as the NX, the Switch offers up a whole lot of gaming options in a surprisingly small package. The gist: it's a small tablet with detachable controllers that also can be connected to (and played on) a TV.
As with all things Nintendo, the Switch's reveal provoked reactions that ranged from amazed to aghast. How did I react to it? The rest of this write-up should give you a good idea.
The name is miles better than the Wii U--To be honest, when I first saw it appear in this morning's Nintendo Switch debut trailer, I wasn't all that impressed. As I continued to watch, though, it sunk in that the name's pretty darn fitting given what the system allows people to do. Plus, it ditches both the DS and Wii naming schemes Nintendo has relied on for the last two generations, which was a must. (Connecting this system to the Wii brand, especially, would've been suicide, in my opinion.) Plus, I really like the animated logo that was used throughout today's teaser and I think Nintendo can get a lot of mileage out of it if it plays its cards right.
I'm going to miss the clamshell design of the DS and 3DS--Now that I've seen what Nintendo wanted to accomplish with Switch, I understand why it had to leave the iconic clamshell design of its last two portable game systems in the dust. Still, I can't help but mourn the loss at least a bit, especially since that design helped protect DS and 3DS screens and buttons from scratches and other damage. Oh, well, that's nothing a soft pouch can't help with (in the case of Switch), right?
I'm also going to miss the DS' and 3DS' two screens--I'm having an easier time with this design decision than I am with the one above, as Nintendo effectively killed the most interesting aspects of two-screen gaming when it added 3D to the 3DS' top screen and also made it larger than the bottom one.
Do I have to mourn touch-screen gaming, too?--No part of this first Nintendo Switch video suggested the console's portable component features a touch screen. Still, I have a feeling we'll find out it does, in fact, sport one between now and then it finally hits store shelves next March. It only makes sense given the Switch's form factor and the rumors of Nintendo courting mobile-game developers to bring their wares to the system.
Its hybrid capabilities are even more interesting than I imagined--That the Switch was going to be a system you could play on the go or at home (while connected to a TV) has been a given for eons now. Even the detachable controller parts have been a known quantity for some time. Still, I'd be lying if I said I wasn't shocked by some of what was shown off in this morning's teaser. In particular, I loved seeing that you can detach the above-mentioned parts and hold one in each hand, or you can stick them into an accessory that makes them look and act like a more traditional controller. And then there's the most controversial use of these "Joy-Con" peripherals (I love that name, by the way), which involves turning them sideways and holding them like they're tiny NES or SNES controllers. I can't see myself ever employing that method of play, but I like that it's an option all the same.
It's hard to tell how powerful the Switch is in a three-minute piece of PR fluff, but it looks capable enough to me--Of course, "capable enough to me" means on par with or a smidgen better than the Wii U. I sincerely doubt Nintendo's aiming for this system to be no more powerful than that failed console, though, so the final product should at least equal two Wii Us duct-taped together. (Please tell me you get the joke.) That would be beyond fine with me, especially since I passed on the Wii U and have yet to experience any of Nintendo's wonderful gaming franchises in honest-to-goodness high definition.
I love that Switch uses cartridges rather than discs--Some people find this baffling, I'm sure, but I'm not one of them. I mean, can you imagine a portable device like this having a disc slot? I can't. Plus, I simply prefer carts to CDs or DVDs when it comes to gaming. No disc drive means less noise, fewer loading screens and a smaller console--with the latter being especially important for an on-the-go system like Switch.
The list of third-party partners Nintendo has shown off is promising, but doesn't mean much at the moment--If you've followed Nintendo and its systems for any length of time, you know its relationships with third-party developers and publishers have been strained--to put it mildly--since the Nintendo 64 era. Has everyone kissed and made up thanks to Switch? I'll believe it when I see it. Hopefully, though, Switch will attract at least as much third-party software as the 3DS has, and far more than the Wii U ever did.
So, those are my initial thoughts and opinions on today's Nintendo Switch unveiling. What are yours?
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Getting Out of Debt: Woman Sells Hair for $1075.00!
Woman Sells Hair for $1075.00!
Many have heard "The Gift of the Magi" a short story written by O. Henry. It's about a younge couple. Della (the wife) sells her beautiful hair to buy a Christmas gift for Jim (her husband), while he secretly sells his most prized possession to buy her hair combs. There's a hilarious episode of the King of Queens with a similar plot. He convinces his wife to sell her hair to pay for a cruise and then he thinks she looks like a guy with the short hair. (Isn't that horrible?!) The episode was called Sold-y Locks. I've heard of people selling their hair, but never knew anyone that actually did it or the procedure. Who knew you could really sell your hair for a profit of $1075.00!
Thanks to an article by Xin Lu on WiseBread.com How to Sell Your Hair for Cash, I'm informed as to the process of selling one's hair. You can read the article for all the details. The The Hair Trader is just one of the sites she recommends.
The reason I wrote about this is that I always bring you any information I find about making money online, no matter what it is. Hey, it's legal and you could make a nice chunk of change for hair that would end up in the garbage anyway. Here's a question for you. Should I cut my hair?. My hair is longer than the woman in the picture. My hair grows very quickly and I've never hesitated cutting it-especially when I'm tired of the upkeep. Who couldn't use the money? Even if I got half of what she got, it's better than nothing. Hmm, I'm going to give it further consideration. I'll let you know what I decide. Some things to think about...if I get at least $1000.00, it accelerates my car laon PAYOFF. I'll only owe a little over $1000.00. That will lower my car insurance payment (for a $1000.00 + yearly savings) and eliminate my car payment (213.09) before the end of 2008. That frees up a nice amount of cash. It looks more and more tempting when I look at the numbers. I'd like to know what you think. Leave your comments, pros and cons and whatever else you want to add.
I also wanted to mention Locks of Love. It is an excellent charity that makes wigs for children that have lost their hair due to diseases. If you have long hair and you're cutting it anyway, you might as well donate it for a good cause. I know some people may not need the money. (I'm in a different situation).
Go for it! What have you go to lose but a little hair and you said it yourself - it will grow back! And think of the progress on your debt elimination - that is truly priceless! Go for it!
I saw that same article on wisebread. I have always wondered who I could sell my hair to. Now I know how to do it. I've donated my hair to Locks of Love before. Now I plan on growing my hair out to sell it and donate some of the money I make from it to Locks of Love.
One of my sons sold his hair to help his autistic brother getting a new computer.
Locks of Love is a great organization. I'd encourage anyone who doesn't need the money desperately to consider donating their hair to them. It'll go to a great cause.
Sounds a little bit desperate to sell your hair for money.


I am known for always changing my hair color. You would think the kids would be used to it.
This morning Jonah was watching me do my hair in the bathroom.
He looked at my hair very puzzled and said "So you died your hair red?".
I said "Yep" and then he said "and you meant to do it?"
I guess Jonah doesn't approve of the new hair-do!
Too funny! Post pics of your new do....before you change it again. hee hee!
oooohhhh....picture, picture---i want to see the new color!


I'm currently looking for (comic) printing companies located in the United States that also ship to end customers as part of their service. So far, I've contacted Ka-Blam, TopatoCo and 4th Dimension. I already eliminated the Print-on-Demand companies Lulu and CreateSpace from my consideration.
If anyone of you knows another potentially interesting printing company, please write a comment in the comment section below. Your input is very appreciated!
Wasted Talent's author printed her books through Hemlock I believe, their quality was quite good. Their website states they also do warehousing and fullfillment. However, they're located in Canada, so if US printing is a requirement that probably wouldn't work.
You could also try Archaia, that's where Tom Siddell prints his work, although they only accept a very limited number of submissions a year according to their website. However their marketing is also much larger.
Then there's Image, they're a bigger name but they've also done webcomic runs, I know Meredith Gran printed Octopus Pie through them.
Maybe contact some US-based comic authors and artists and ask who they use?
I know Chris Hastings (of the webcomic Dr. McNinja) uses Topatoco. He's pretty active on Twitter and would probably answer questions if you asked.
Did you try Antartic Press, they have Fred Perry (Gold Digger).
I can't comment on it personally, but I've heard good things about PrintNinja. Implausibly good things. I don't know if they offer the end customer service, though.


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Q: can not find the variable location with reversegeocodeAsync Hello everyone who sees that question
I need help in that and full of hope that someone is gonna help
I am trying to get the exact location for the user to pass it finally in some other functionalities. I am using Expo init and expo-location
while using (reversegeocodeAsync({})) for the first render it's giving me the correct location but while testing it's crashing and giving an error and even works it's not making the data like after setting state it's not being available globally to use it
I tried different ways
First : use all the functions inside the same page but it doesn't work
import React, {useState, useEffect, useMemo} from 'react';
import {View, Text, StyleSheet, FlatList } from 'react-native';
import { NavigationEvents } from 'react-navigation';
import TimeApi from '../compnents/TimeApi';
import * as Location from 'expo-location';

const LocationScren = () => {
  const [time, setsTime] = useState({});
  const [errorMsg, setErrorMsg] = useState('');
  const [location, setLocation ] = useState(null);
  const [city, setCity ] = useState();

    const getLocation = async () => {
        let {status} = await Location.requestPermissionsAsync();
        if (status !== 'granted') {
            setErrorMsg('Access to Location denied');
        }

        const location = await Location.getCurrentPositionAsync({});
        setLocation(location)
    }

    const getCity = async () => {
        const place = await Location.reverseGeocodeAsync({
            latitude : location.coords.latitude,
            longitude : location.coords.longitude
        });

        place.find( p => {setCity(p.city);
        })
    }

    const getTime = async () => {
        const response = await TimeApi.get(`/${city}.json`);
        setTime(response.data);
}

    useEffect(() => {
    getTime(), getLocation(), getCity();
    } , []);

    console.log(time);
    console.log(location);
    console.log(city);

    return (
        <View>
        <FlatList
        data = {time.items}
        keyExtractor = {time => time.first}
        renderItem = {({item}) => {
            return (
                <View>
                    <Text>  {item.first} </Text>
                    <Text>  {item.secnd} </Text>
                    <Text>  {item.third} </Text>
                    <Text>  {item.fourth} </Text>
                    <Text>   {item.fifth} </Text>
                    <Text>  {item.sixth} </Text>
                </View>
            );
        }}
        />
        {errorMsg ? <Text> {errorMsg} </Text> : null }
        </View>
    );
}

const styles = StyleSheet.create({});
export default LocationScren;

in here in the first render it's giving errors, then work , then giving that error ( null is not an object (evaluating 'location.coords')] )
Then I create a context file and added my functions and still getting the same error exactly
import createDataContext from './createDataContext';
import * as Location from 'expo-location';

const mwaqeetReducer = (state,action) => {
    switch(action.type) {
        case 'get_location' :
            return action.payload;
        case 'add_error' :
            return {...state, errorMessage : action.error};
        case 'get_city' :
            return { cityName : action.payload};
        default:
            return state;
    }
}

const getLocation = dispatch => async () => {
    let {status} = await Location.requestPermissionsAsync();
    if (status === !'granted') {
        dispatch({type: 'add_error' , error : 'Permission to access location denied'});
    }

    let location = await Location.getCurrentPositionAsync({});
    dispatch({type : 'get_location' , payload : location});
    console.log(location);
}

const getCity = dispatch => async () => {
    let keys = {
        latitude : location.coords.latitude,
        longitude : location.coords.longitude
    }
    const place = await Location.reverseGeocodeAsync(keys);
        place.find( p => p.city);
    dispatch({type : 'get_city' , payload : place});
    console.log(place);
}

export const {Provider, Context} = createDataContext(
    mwaqeetReducer, {
         getLocation, getCity
    } , {
        errorMessage : '', location : {}, cityName : ''
    }
)

so, please I need help to get over that.

A: You can try something like this.
  useEffect(() => {
    runFunction();
  } , []);

const runFunction = async () => {
        let {status} = await Location.requestPermissionsAsync();
        if (status !== 'granted') {
            setErrorMsg('Access to Location denied');
        }

        const location = await Location.getCurrentPositionAsync({});
        setLocation(location)

        const place = await Location.reverseGeocodeAsync({
            latitude : location.coords.latitude,
            longitude : location.coords.longitude
        });

        let city;
        place.find( p => {
          city = p.city
          setCity(p.city)
        });

        const response = await TimeApi.get(`/${city}.json`);
        setTime(response.data);

    }

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I was taken to visit a grazing herd amid the sandy reaches between Riyadh and Hail, Saudi Arabia. I kept a bit of distance, and an inquisitive camel (a female, I was told) approached at an ambling, padding lope.
Melton (Mel) E. Knotts, associate general counsel and assistant secretary to the Saudi Aramco Board of Directors, recently bid farewell to the company after 30 years of service.
The Saudi Aramco KSA Expatriate Reunion will welcome 600 company retirees, brats, and their families back to the Kingdom in early 2019.


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package com.amazonaws.services.route53.model.transform;

import static com.amazonaws.util.StringUtils.UTF8;

import java.io.StringWriter;
import java.io.UnsupportedEncodingException;
import java.util.Collections;
import java.util.HashMap;
import java.util.List;
import java.util.Map;

import com.amazonaws.AmazonClientException;
import com.amazonaws.Request;
import com.amazonaws.DefaultRequest;
import com.amazonaws.http.HttpMethodName;
import com.amazonaws.services.route53.model.*;
import com.amazonaws.transform.Marshaller;
import com.amazonaws.util.StringInputStream;
import com.amazonaws.util.StringUtils;
import com.amazonaws.util.XMLWriter;

/**
 * Update Health Check Request Marshaller
 */
public class UpdateHealthCheckRequestMarshaller implements Marshaller<Request<UpdateHealthCheckRequest>, UpdateHealthCheckRequest> {

    private static final String RESOURCE_PATH_TEMPLATE;
    private static final Map<String, String> STATIC_QUERY_PARAMS;
    private static final Map<String, String> DYNAMIC_QUERY_PARAMS;
    static {
        String path = "/2013-04-01/healthcheck/{HealthCheckId}";
        Map<String, String> staticMap = new HashMap<String, String>();
        Map<String, String> dynamicMap = new HashMap<String, String>();

        int index = path.indexOf("?");
        if (index != -1) {
            String queryString = path.substring(index + 1);
            path = path.substring(0, index);

            for (String s : queryString.split("[;&]")) {
                index = s.indexOf("=");
                if (index != -1) {
                    String name = s.substring(0, index);
                    String value = s.substring(index + 1);

                    if (value.startsWith("{") && value.endsWith("}")) {
                        dynamicMap.put(value.substring(1, value.length() - 1), name);
                    } else {
                        staticMap.put(name, value);
                    }
                }
            }
        }

        RESOURCE_PATH_TEMPLATE = path;
        STATIC_QUERY_PARAMS = Collections.unmodifiableMap(staticMap);
        DYNAMIC_QUERY_PARAMS = Collections.unmodifiableMap(dynamicMap);
    }

    public Request<UpdateHealthCheckRequest> marshall(UpdateHealthCheckRequest updateHealthCheckRequest) {

        if (updateHealthCheckRequest == null) {
            throw new AmazonClientException("Invalid argument passed to marshall(...)");
        }

        Request<UpdateHealthCheckRequest> request = new DefaultRequest<UpdateHealthCheckRequest>(updateHealthCheckRequest, "AmazonRoute53");
        request.setHttpMethod(HttpMethodName.POST);

        String uriResourcePath = RESOURCE_PATH_TEMPLATE;

        if (DYNAMIC_QUERY_PARAMS.containsKey("HealthCheckId")) {
            String name = DYNAMIC_QUERY_PARAMS.get("HealthCheckId");
            String value = (updateHealthCheckRequest.getHealthCheckId() == null) ? null : StringUtils.fromString(updateHealthCheckRequest.getHealthCheckId());

            if (!(value == null || value.isEmpty())) {
                request.addParameter(name, value);
            }
        } else {
            uriResourcePath = uriResourcePath.replace("{HealthCheckId}", (updateHealthCheckRequest.getHealthCheckId() == null) ? "" : StringUtils.fromString(updateHealthCheckRequest.getHealthCheckId()));
        }

        request.setResourcePath(uriResourcePath.replaceAll("//", "/"));

        for (Map.Entry<String, String> entry : STATIC_QUERY_PARAMS.entrySet()) {
            request.addParameter(entry.getKey(), entry.getValue());
        }

            StringWriter stringWriter = new StringWriter();
            XMLWriter xmlWriter = new XMLWriter(stringWriter, "https://route53.amazonaws.com/doc/2013-04-01/");

            xmlWriter.startElement("UpdateHealthCheckRequest");
                    if (updateHealthCheckRequest.getHealthCheckVersion() != null) {
            xmlWriter.startElement("HealthCheckVersion").value(updateHealthCheckRequest.getHealthCheckVersion()).endElement();
        }
        if (updateHealthCheckRequest.getIPAddress() != null) {
            xmlWriter.startElement("IPAddress").value(updateHealthCheckRequest.getIPAddress()).endElement();
        }
        if (updateHealthCheckRequest.getPort() != null) {
            xmlWriter.startElement("Port").value(updateHealthCheckRequest.getPort()).endElement();
        }
        if (updateHealthCheckRequest.getResourcePath() != null) {
            xmlWriter.startElement("ResourcePath").value(updateHealthCheckRequest.getResourcePath()).endElement();
        }
        if (updateHealthCheckRequest.getFullyQualifiedDomainName() != null) {
            xmlWriter.startElement("FullyQualifiedDomainName").value(updateHealthCheckRequest.getFullyQualifiedDomainName()).endElement();
        }
        if (updateHealthCheckRequest.getSearchString() != null) {
            xmlWriter.startElement("SearchString").value(updateHealthCheckRequest.getSearchString()).endElement();
        }
        if (updateHealthCheckRequest.getFailureThreshold() != null) {
            xmlWriter.startElement("FailureThreshold").value(updateHealthCheckRequest.getFailureThreshold()).endElement();
        }

            xmlWriter.endElement();

            try {
                request.setContent(new StringInputStream(stringWriter.getBuffer().toString()));
                request.addHeader("Content-Length", Integer.toString(stringWriter.getBuffer().toString().getBytes(UTF8).length));
                request.addHeader("Content-Type", "application/xml");
            } catch (UnsupportedEncodingException e) {
                throw new AmazonClientException("Unable to marshall request to XML", e);
            }

        return request;
    }
}


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Q: SPARQL query for skos:related field? Trying to query for the most referenced SKOS concept in an RDF/XML file.
So if a concept looks like this in the file:
<rdf:Description   rdf:about="http://foo.bar.biz/Processes/151">
    <rdf:type rdf:resource="http://www.w3.org/2004/02/skos/core#Concept"/>
    <skos:prefLabel xml:lang="en">Part</skos:prefLabel>
    <skos:related rdf:resource="http://foo.bar.biz/Processes/150"/>
</rdf:Description>

How can I construct a SPARQL query that targets the skos:related tag ? I'm looking into RDFLib in Python right now, which has SPARQL compatibility. Seems like a query would be more appropriate than parsing the entire file - just not familiar enough with SPARQL syntax I suppose.

A: As Jeen suggests, finding out more about SPARQL is a good idea.  As an initial reference, this is pretty easy:
SELECT ?related
WHERE {
    ?s skos:related ?related
}

A more useful suggestion may be to view the data in any RDF text serialization other than RDF/XML, which is difficult for humans to parse out the triples, and hence understand how to query it.  For example, the equivalent snippet in the Turtle text serialization is:
<http://foo.bar.biz/Processes/151>
    rdf:type skos:Concept ;
    skos:prefLabel "Part"@en ;
    skos:related <http://foo.bar.biz/Processes/150>
.

...and you may find that more compatible with understanding how RDF is structured and how SPARQL can  be used to query it.


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Works by Adam Crabtree
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Adam Crabtree
Irreducible Mind: Toward a Psychology for the 21st Century.Edward F. Kelly, Emily Williams Kelly, Adam Crabtree, Alan Gauld & Michael Grosso - 2006 - Lanham, MD 20706, USA: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers.details
Practically every contemporary mainstream scientist presumes that all aspects of mind are generated by brain activity. We demonstrate the inadequacy of this picture by assembling evidence for a variety of empirical phenomena which it cannot explain. We further show that an alternative picture developed by F. W. H. Myers and William James successfully accommodates these phenomena, ratifies the common sense view of ourselves as causally effective conscious agents, and is fully compatible with contemporary physics and neuroscience.
$33.99 new Amazon page
Beyond Physicalism: Toward Reconciliation of Science and Spirituality.Edward F. Kelly, Adam Crabtree & Paul Marshall - 2015 - Lanham, MD 20706, USA: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers.details
In Beyond Physicalism, an interdisciplinary group of physical scientists, behavioral and social scientists, and humanists from the Esalen Institute's Center for Theory and Research argue that physicalism must be replaced by an expanded scientific naturalism that accommodates something spiritual at the heart of nature.
Metaphysics of Mind in Philosophy of Mind
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From Soul to Mind: The Emergence of Psychology From Erasmus Darwin to William James. Edward S. ReedPutting Psychology in Its Place: An Introduction From a Critical Historical Perspective. Graham Richards. [REVIEW]Adam Crabtree - 2000 - Isis 91 (4):801-802.details


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GREAT BRITAIN: SUNSET FOR THE EMPIRE
The end of World War II left Britain with massive economic problems. In elections held immediately after the war, the Labour Party overwhelmingly defeated Churchill's Conservative Party. It had promised far-reaching reforms, particularly in the area of social welfare—an appealing platform in a country with a tremendous shortage of consumer goods and housing. Clement Atlee (1883– 1967), the new prime minister, was a pragmatic reformer rather than the leftist revolutionary that Churchill had warned against during the election campaign. His Labour government proceeded to enact reforms that created a modern welfare state. The establishment of the British welfare state began with the nationalization of the Bank of England, the coal and steel industries, public transportation, and public utilities such as electricity and gas. In the area of social welfare, the new government enacted the National Insurance Act and the National Health Service Act, both in 1946. The insurance act established a comprehensive social security program and nationalized medical insurance, thereby enabling the state to subsidize the unemployed, the sick, and the aged. The health act created a system of socialized medicine that forced doctors and dentists to work with state hospitals, although private practices could be maintained. This measure was especially costly for the state, but within a few years, 90 percent of the medical profession was participating. The British welfare state became the model for most European countries after the war. The cost of building a welfare state at home forced the British to reduce expenses abroad. This meant disman- tling the British Empire and reducing military aid to such countries as Greece and Turkey, a decision that inspired the enunciation in Washington of the Truman Doctrine (see Chapter 7). It was not only a belief in the morality of self-determination but also economic necessity that brought an end to the British Empire. Continuing economic problems brought the Conservatives back into power from 1951 to 1964. Although they favored private enterprise, the Conservatives accepted the welfare state and even extended it, undertaking an ambitious construction program to improve British housing. Although the British economy had recovered from the war, it had done so at a slower rate than other European countries. This slow recovery masked a long-term economic decline caused by a variety of factors, including trade union demands for wages that rose faster than productivity and the unwillingness of factory owners to invest in modern industrial machinery and to adopt new methods. Underlying the immediate problems, however, was a deeper issue. As a result of World War II, Britain had lost much of its prewar revenue from abroad but was left with a burden of debt from its many international commitments. At the same time, with the rise of the United States and the Soviet Union, Britain's ability to play the role of a world power declined substantially. Between 1964 and 1979, Conservatives and Labour alternated in power. Both parties faced seemingly intractable problems. Although separatist movements in Scotland and Wales were overcome, a dispute between Catholics and Protestants in Northern Ireland was marked by violence as the rebel Irish Republican Army (IRA) staged a series of dramatic terrorist acts in response to the suspension of Northern Ireland's parliament in 1972 and the establishment of direct rule by London. The problem of Northern Ireland remained unresolved. Nor was either party able to deal with Britain's ailing economy. Failure to modernize made British industry less and less competitive. Britain was also hampered by frequent labor strikes, many of them caused by conflicts between rival labor unions. In 1979, after five years of Labour government and worsening economic problems, the Conservatives returned to power under Margaret Thatcher (b. 1925), the first woman prime minister in British history. Thatcher pledged to lower taxes, reduce government bureaucracy, limit social welfare, restrict union power, and end inflation. The "Iron Lady," as she was called, did break the power of the labor unions. Although she did not eliminate the basic components of the social welfare system, she did use austerity measures to control inflation. "Thatcherism," as her economic policy was termed, im improved the British economic situation, but at a price. The south of England, for example, prospered, but the old industrial areas of the Midlands and north declined and were beset by high unemployment, poverty, and sporadic violence. Cutbacks in funding for education seriously undermined the quality of British schools, long regarded as among the world's finest. In foreign policy, Thatcher took a hard-line approach against communism. She oversaw a large military buildup aimed at replacing older technology and reestablishing Britain as a world policeman. In 1982, when Argentina attempted to take control of the Falkland Islands (one of Britain's few remaining colonial outposts, known to Argentines as the Malvinas) 300 miles off its coast, the British successfully rebuffed the Argentines, although at considerable economic cost and the loss of 255 lives. The Falklands War, however, did generate popular support for Thatcher, as many in Britain reveled in memories of the nation's glorious imperial past.
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U.S.A. –-(Ammoland.com)- The Oak Ridge Boys started out in the 1940s as the Oak Ridge Quartet performing southern gospel. In the 1960s they officially became The Oak Ridge Boys. In the 1970s The Oak Ridge Boys transitioned to country music.
During their time, The Oak Ridge Boys would become one of the biggest country music bands in the world. They would play concerts as far away as Russia and win multiple Grammy awards for their music. In 2015, The Oak Ridge Boys would be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Joe Bonsall and the Oak Ridge Boys are still going strong with the release of their new album "17th Avenue Revival". Their music is handed down from generation to generation. They are still touring and still putting smiles on people's faces of all ages.
I had a chance to catch up with Joe Bonsall while The Oak Ridge Boys were on tour for the new album to talk to him about God, guns, music, and America.
John: First, let me begin and say that The Oak Ridge Boys was my grandmother's favorite group. They are also my mom's favorite group. Thank you for taking the time to answer questions.
Joe Bonsall : Thank you, brother!
John: You guys have been in the group together since the 1970s, and except for a short period, the group's line up has remained the same since that time. What do you attribute to the longevity of the group's line up?
Joe Bonsall : Over the years we seemed to have morphed into America's group… Grandpa loved the Oaks. Daddy loved the Oaks. And now their children and grandchildren love the Oaks. We see all ages in the audience every night.
So, being passed down is one reason, I think. Other than that, I think our music has stood the test of time. We give every show all we have, and we have learned to keep reinventing ourselves without losing our identity, which is evident in our new "17th Avenue Revival" album.
John: The Oak Ridge Boys are known as a very patriotic band. What is the source of that patriotism?
Joe Bonsall: I think much of it is our upbringing. For me, that is the case. My daddy was a hero in WW2, not that he would have called himself a hero. But his Silver Star, Bronze Star, and Purple Hearts are proof to me. He was in the first wave at Utah Beach on D-DAY, and my mom was a Women's Army Corp WAC.
They both rest in Arlington [Cemmetary], and they were a huge impact on my love for this country – and for those who serve. My mom cried when a flag went by… So therein lies much of the answer! This country has been good to us, and we never take it for granted.
John: You guys had a cameo on The Dukes of Hazard. I don't think that type of show would be possible today. Does it surprise you how the entertainment world has changed since you first entered into it?
Joe: Not really… The music and entertainment business are always in a state of flux and change. The pendulum swings all the time. Talent and good business sense still pay off though. I have respect for people who succeed in this crazy world. I know how hard it is to get there and even harder to STAY there. Of course, hard work and a bit of luck always play a part as well.
John: God is a big part of your life. It sometimes seems like God is looked down upon in the current music world. Do you think that is true?
Joe Bonsall : I think a lot of folks still give God and his blessings the honor and praise, but many do not for certain. I know we do. I know I certainly do. The world is a dark place without Jesus Christ in your life. Our latest tour is called "The Shine The Light Tour" and part of that we are shining is God's Love. It is important.
John: You spoke at CPAC in the past. How was that experience?
Joe: Awesome to be in a room full of like minds, politically and spiritually. We are a pretty conservative bunch here. We never take politics to the stage, however, we try to be a good example and shine the light for conservative principals and logic. Many do not… But it is all common sense to me.
John: You are known for your music. What a lot of people don't realize is that you are also a successful author. One of your books is "GI Joe & Lillie" which is the story of your parents. They both served the country. Why was it important to write their story?
Joe: As I answered earlier, they were very special people and their lives were a great example to me. Daddy had a stroke at age 39. Paid for that war his entire life. My mother was the WAC who stayed by his side forever. It's a great and inspiring love story and what an honor for me to have written about them. Many do not get that opportunity. Besides that, I promised my mom before she passed that I would write the book… So, there was that!
John: What type of firearms do you own, and do you have a favorite gun?
Joe Bonsall : I am not a hunter, but I am a huge gun guy. I own a few great Ruger rifles… and quite a few handguns. I have had a concealed carry permit for over ten years now, and I am a lifetime member of the NRA. But, up to this point, my guns have never shot anyone, even though the left blames people like me every time a loon opens fire on people. I carry an American Arms 22 magnum PUG, always. I also usually carry a KAHR 9, or a SIG 9 or a GLOCK 40. I just want a chance if something off-center takes place.
John: The Oak Ridge Boys new album, 17th Avenue Revival, has just been released. You recorded the album at Nashville's historic RCA Studio A with producer Dave Cobb. What made you choose RCA Studio A to record the album?
Joe Bonsall: Well, that was Cobb's studio, and he was totally in charge of this project. He led us down a road of old time rock and roll meets shouting Gospel, and we happily followed his lead. The result is an album like we have never done before, and for a group like ours that is quite amazing.
John: You are starting a tour for the new album. Do you still enjoy touring? Is it easier or harder to tour than when you were first starting out in music?
Joe Bonsall: We have always enjoyed touring and singing live. It's the heart and soul of what we do. Yes, we are older, but we have learned over these passing decades how to do it. Balancing touring and family life is a process for sure but, again… We know what to do. We just need a little more rest before we do it!!!
John: Where can people go to find out more about the new album and tour?
Joe Bonsall: Our website is oakridgeboys.com. Lots of info there on all things ORB… 17th Avenue Revival is available everywhere… iTunes, Amazon, Walmart and Cracker Barrel. You can find us on Instagram (@theoakridgeboys), Facebook, and follow us on Twitter (@oakridgeboys). I am also on Twitter (@joebonsall).
John: Anything else you want The AmmoLand readers to know?
Joe Bonsall : I think we covered it, John. Thank you for writing about us. It's an honor to be interviewed by AmmoLand News. God Bless man!
The Oak Ridge Boys are currently touring the US. For tour dates check here.
Super interview! Very well done and wish we could visit with Mr. Joe all day! Thank you brother Joe for spending some time to share your testimony, strength and courage. You and the Oak Ridge Boys are truly a national treasure. The one thing I admire the most about you is the way your integrity shines when you're performing on stage. It's easy to tell it's never compromised and what you see is what you get. Don't ever let that light go out because we need you. I cry every time I watch the G.I. Joe and Lily video. If only there were more parents like yours to raise more sons of the Republic like you. God bless you and yours always. God bless the Oak Ridge Boys to keep spreading goodness and light for as long as you all can. I grew up listening to your music and am a forever fan. Thank you for the music. I'm thrilled for the opportunity to say hello and thank you. Mr. Crump, outstanding interview and very respectful. God bless the U.S.A.
We need more Americans like the Oak Ridge Boys.
Amazing interview, and well-said, Joe! The Oak Ridge Boys are truly one of the most special, enduring groups of all time. You all continue to bless and enrich our lives, and we thank God for you, for your stand for Him, and for the way you shine His light into this dark world. Thank you so much for taking the time to do the interview, Joe, and thank you, John, for making it happen! God bless you both and keep you strong!


Well, when it comes to safety, it is one of the vital element in Oil and Gas industry as most of the operations are associated with chemical related products which however is a caution for the workers to remain safe.
In such rapidly growing age of technology, where we are surrounded with large number of technological pros; on the other side, the technological impact also has opened new avenues of risk and danger too.
In petroleum industries where auxiliary process equipment, oil metering stations, piping, control measuring units, fire fighting systems, fire detection, various drilling equipment, pumping units are the key technological source; there remains a high risk of threat.
Being a part of such oil and gas industry, safety training communication is an utmost crucial tool to be considered for employee safety. Safety video is a useful medium to communicate safety procedures that assist in developing a plan of action when things become unsafe.
How Safety Skills in Essential to Oil & Gas Industry?
Safety skill is the core value in oil and gas industry. Labours in such industries are expected to produce cutting edge solutions for the better growth of entire industry and to fulfill the work challenges successfully. In order to compete over such things, there needs to be a strong commitment for safety work environment.
Safety video training here is an effective tool for health and safety purpose at every stage of oil and gas operation that assist employers or learners in demonstrating for how to perform substantially in such regulatory environment. However, a safety training here is simply a medium to obtain the information, skills, and clear comprehension to ensure personnel safety, as well as environmental performance.
Without employers' regularity and capability in their work process, it's totally impossible to meet the required objective. It is therefore necessary to ensure that whether employers are skilled on safety and training processes that actually let them to be aware of hazards, and make them perfect in their job responsibility.


No one likes acid reflux. It's painful, unsettling, and is usually accompanied by severe heartburn. But if you're one of the over seven million people who suffer from severe acid reflux, there is also something else you should worry about: the damage it can do to your teeth.
Chronic acid reflux, known to doctors as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, occurs when stomach acid leaks up into the esophagus, usually causing heartburn, regurgitation, and nausea. This acid is so strong that, when it reaches the mouth, it can eat away at the enamel of your teeth, causing irreparable damage in a manner of months.
While saliva is meant to help neutralize acid and keep your teeth healthy, a consistent barrage of stomach acid caused by GERD is enough to overpower the mouth's natural defenses. Once your enamel is gone, it's gone for good, leaving the sensitive dentin layer of the teeth exposed, and speeding up the tooth decay process.
Suffice it to say, GERD is not something you want to leave to its own devices, for the sake of your health and the sake of your teeth. Luckily, there are steps you can take in the early stages of GERD to prevent chronic acid reflux from causing permanent damage.
Go to your 6-month checkup. Hopefully you're doing this already, but if you're suffering from heartburn on a regular basis, it's especially important to visit your dentist periodically. Dentists can see damage caused by acid reflux even in the very early stages, and work in conjunction with your physician to get you the right treatment before it becomes a real problem. In fact, over 90 percent of systemic diseases present oral symptoms, so going to the dentist can do more than just save your teeth.
See your doctor. Over the counter medications won't cut it. Make sure you see your doctor to find out what course of action is best for your condition. It's important to go as soon as you think there's a problem, because the longer you wait, the worse the damage will be.
Avoid acidic food and drink. While it's already good dental health practice to cut down on acidic foods; if you suffer from chronic acid reflux, eliminating these things altogether can lessen your chances of an episode, and help you keep your teeth strong and healthy. Citrus, tomatoes, dairy products, spicy and fried foods, fatty meats, chocolate, and caffeine are a few of the major offenders you should watch out for. Cutting these foods out may not seem like fun, but your body and mouth will thank you in the end.
Rinse your mouth out after every episode. If you do have an acid reflux episode, rinse your mouth out thoroughly with water to remove any acid that may remain. The worst damage is done from acidic contents that stay on your teeth for long periods of time. Even better, rinse with a baking soda and water mix to help neutralize the acid in the mouth and allow for better fluoride uptake. This is also good practice if you find it difficult to cut out all acidic foods. Rinse your mouth out after that morning coffee and keep your enamel strong.
Brush with fluoridated toothpaste. But not right away. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste will help strengthen your enamel and prevent it from being eaten away. Your dentist can even prescribe stronger toothpaste to bolster your defenses, if necessary.
Don't brush right after an episode, however. It might be tempting to get that taste out of your mouth immediately, but this is when your enamel is at its weakest. Wait 60 minutes after any reflux and always use a soft-bristled brush for best results.
Antacids aren't just for your stomach. TUMS can help neutralize acid in your stomach and in your mouth. Instead of chewing or swallowing, let a sugar-free antacid dissolve in your mouth to get rid of the acid that is trying to cause damage to your teeth.
4 out of 5 dentists recommend chewing Trident. Or any sugarless gum, really. Chewing gum increases your saliva, which increases your natural defenses against acid. Give your mouth some extra help and chew some gum.
Chronic Acid Reflux is no fun for anyone, but as long as you take the steps to nip it in the bud, it doesn't have to mean long-term damage to your dental health. As always, your dentists are here to help you live a happy, healthy life, all you have to do is book an appointment.


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– japoński astronom amator. Odkrył 22 planetoidy wspólnie z Kazuo Watanabe.

Jedną z planetoid nazwano (4842) Atsushi od jego imienia, zaś nazwa współodkrytej przez niego planetoidy (13540) Kazukitakahashi upamiętnia jego najstarszego syna.

Przypisy

Japońscy astronomowie XX wieku
Japońscy astronomowie amatorzy
Odkrywcy planetoid
Osoby upamiętnione nazwami planetoid
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And in the Vienna Woods the Trees Remain
The Heartbreaking True Story of a Family Torn Apart by War
By Elisabeth Åsbrink
Translated by Saskia Vogel
Category: European World History
Jan 21, 2020 | ISBN 9781590519172
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About And in the Vienna Woods the Trees Remain
Named a Best Book of the Year by Kirkus Reviews and a Notable Translated Book of the Year by World Literature Today
Winner of the August Prize, the story of the complicated long-distance relationship between a Jewish child and his forlorn Viennese parents after he was sent to Sweden in 1939, and the unexpected friendship the boy developed with the future founder of IKEA, a Nazi activist.
Otto Ullmann, a Jewish boy, was sent from Austria to Sweden right before the outbreak of World War II. Despite the huge Swedish resistance to Jewish refugees, thirteen-year-old Otto was granted permission to enter the country—all in accordance with the Swedish archbishop's secret plan to save Jews on condition that they convert to Christianity. Otto found work at the Kamprad family's farm in the province of Småland and there became close friends with Ingvar Kamprad, who would grow up to be the founder of IKEA. At the same time, however, Ingvar was actively engaged in Nazi organizations and a great supporter of the fascist Per Engdahl. Meanwhile, Otto's parents remained trapped in Vienna, and the last letters he received were sent from Theresienstadt.
With thorough research, including personal files initiated by the predecessor to today's Swedish Security Service (SÄPO) and more than 500 letters, Elisabeth Åsbrink illustrates how Swedish society was infused with anti-Semitism, and how families are shattered by war and asylum politics.
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Elisabeth Åsbrink is a nonfiction writer and journalist. She has worked for Swedish National Television for fifteen years as a reporter and editor for news shows and cultural programs, often as an investigative journalist. Her first book, Och i Wienerwald står träden… More about Elisabeth Åsbrink
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After Orlando, Exercises in Irrelevancy
In the aftermath of the mass shooting in Orlando, our leaders have shown a talent for devising remedies that are clear, simple and irrelevant. One politician after another has stepped forward with remedies that would not actually have stopped or appreciably hindered Omar Mateen from carrying out his slaughter.
John McCain thinks it happened because the United States pulled out of Iraq. Our withdrawal led to the rise of the Islamic State, McCain said, which makes President Barack Obama's decisions "directly responsible" for the massacre.
McCain clearly doesn't know what "directly" means. But even accusing the administration of indirect responsibility would be far-fetched. Mateen proclaimed his allegiance to the Islamic State in a phone call during the attack, but he also mentioned his admiration for the Boston Marathon bombers, who were inspired by al-Qaida. In 2013, he said he was a member of Hezbollah.
These groups, by the way, are not allies but enemies of the Islamic State in the Syrian civil war. But Mateen apparently was willing to claim any radical Islamist group. If the Islamic State didn't exist, he would have managed to find inspiration in a different jihadi group.
Donald Trump took the opportunity to reiterate his proposal to ban Muslims from coming to the U.S., as well as anyone from countries with "a proven history of terrorism against the United States, Europe or our allies." Does that include visitors from Germany, where some of the 9/11 hijackers lived? Or Britain, home of shoe-bomber Richard Reid? How about France, which suffered a horrific attack in November?
In any case, Mateen was born in the U.S. -- as was Syed Rizwan Farook, who carried out the attack last year in San Bernardino. Trump's ban wouldn't have affected them in the least. Imposing it today might (or might not) prevent mass shootings in 2047, but not in 2017.
Hillary Clinton interpreted the Orlando murders as proof of the need to ban the sale of "assault weapons" such as Mateen's Sig Sauer MCX. Her idea is beside the point for a couple of reasons. One is that 73 percent of mass shooters, according to a Congressional Research Service analysis, don't use such guns.
Another is that her ban wouldn't prevent the sale of other semi-automatic guns that are functionally indistinguishable from the weapon the shooter used. Even if assault weapons were forbidden, terrorists would have plenty of other firearms from which to choose.
Outlawing "assault weapons" would no more stop someone like Mateen than outlawing Ryder trucks would have stopped Timothy McVeigh from bombing the federal building in Oklahoma City.
How about banning high-capacity magazines, such as the 30-rounder Mateen used? He could have overcome that obstacle by bringing several 10-round magazines, which can be switched out in seconds. Or he could have brought more guns, besides the Glock handgun he had.
It's not impossible that restricting Mateen to a smaller magazine in his rifle would have made a difference, but it's unlikely. Over 20 years, Florida State University criminologist Gary Kleck writes, the 2011 attack on Rep. Gabby Giffords is "the only known instance of a mass shooter using a semiautomatic firearm and detachable magazines in which the shooter was stopped by bystanders while the shooter may have been trying to reload such a magazine."
Clinton also proposed to forbid gun purchases by suspected terrorists. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., and Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., have proposed legislation barring sales to anyone on the FBI's terrorism watch list. But that hurdle wouldn't have stopped Mateen, who had been investigated twice by the FBI, cleared and taken off the list.
Supporters of the bill cite a study by the Government Accountability Office that found that 2,043 people on the terrorism watch list bought guns from licensed dealers in the past decade. You could take this as proof that it's too easy for terrorists to buy guns -- or as proof that it's too easy for the government to classify you as a terrorist. How many of those buyers ever committed acts of terrorism? The GAO couldn't say, but if any did, the number was far fewer than 2,043.
Our leaders can do a lot of things about mass shootings in the wake of Orlando. But we shouldn't expect any of them to prevent the next one. You can give them credit for trying, but they fixate on imaginary solutions because nobody has a real one.
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The City of Lockport officially adopted a complete streets policy recognizing that there are a growing percentage of residents that want livable communities where they can commute to work, socialize and recreate by foot and bicycle.
"This policy will ensure that every public works project considers the needs of all transportation users and users of all abilities," said Mayor Anne McCaffrey. "Promoting inclusive designs that improve bicycle and pedestrian friendliness encourages mixed-use development and will contribute to the revitalization of our city neighborhoods."
The policy establishes an advisory board to review public works projects, aggregate data, research policies and best practices, and make recommendations to the city to improve streetscaping that supports safe pedestrian and bicycle access.
"Lockport has unique opportunities to enhance economic development and resident's quality of life by improving pedestrian and bicycle access, especially with the Erie Canalway Trail bisecting the city and our central business district," said Brian Smith, Director of Planning and Development.
Through a New York State Department of Health grant in collaboration with the Population Health Collaborative, GObike Buffalo has supported the city's desire to develop and implement complete streets. "Across Western New York city leaders have seen a significant return on investment through investment in complete streets," said Justin Booth, executive director of GObike Buffalo. "These quality of life amenities support community health, improved environmental health, and spur economic vibrancy."
Ultimately, implementation of this policy will create a comprehensive, integrated and connected transportation network for the City of Lockport that balances access, mobility, health and safety needs for all residents.


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Avvo has become one of the most popular and widely-used legal directories in the industry. Unlike other directories, input from prior and current legal clients is central to each lawyer's listing and overall rating on the site. Attorneys who receive at least five four-star ratings within a 12-month period become eligible for an Avvo Clients' Choice Award.
We congratulate Attorney Porreca on this latest industry honor and know that his work on behalf of the accused will continue to distinguish both himself and our firm in the legal community.
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WRA Among Top Workplaces for 2017
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Back River WWTP Upgrades Benefit the Bay
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WRA Oyster Planting Day
Last Thursday, October 5th, WRA volunteers planted their spat (baby oysters) at their oyster garden along Bond Street Wharf. Along with employees from other local businesses, these volunteers are giving their time to help clean up the Inner Harbor by planting and caring for oyster gardens. As the…
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WRA at Careers Expo for Youth
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1300 Bush Street
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