As if things have not been complicated enough to understand, I am throwing out another option to consider. To make things a little easier to understand from the outset, 4D-VASER Lipo-abdominoplasty is simply VASER liposuction simultaneously coupled with an abdominoplasty. Therefore, all the previously described techniques of standard and mini-abdominoplasty apply, with the addition that VASER liposuction is performed first.
Why use VASER liposuction if you are having the excess fat and skin removed anyway with an abdominoplasty? Here is the explanation: During an abdominoplasty, the abdominal skin is elevated off the abdominal muscles, pulled down and excess skin and fat is removed from the lower portion of the skin flap. There is more to it than this, but this is a simplified explanation. For more info, see Abdominoplasty. The remaining abdominal skin is just as thick with fat as it was prior to the surgery, there is just less of it. Better contours are achieved by eliminating the redundancy of skin, and thus giving a tighter appearance to the abdomen. However, by not thinning the remaining skin, there will not be any improvement in muscular definition. Unless your skin is very thin and your muscles well developed, an abdominoplasty alone will give you a substantial improvement in contours but will be limited by the fact that the appearance will be very two dimensional – kind of like a sheet pulled flat down til tautr*. If you have thin skin and a well developed musculature, then you can have more definition after an abdominoplasty naturally.
By performing 4D-VASER liposuction prior to abdominoplasty, the abdominal skin can be selectively thinned and shaped prior to abdominoplasty, leading to a more natural shape, with three dimensional contours, not just a flat panel of skin stretched down over the abdomen. In the vast majority of cases, VASER should be performed on the flanks as well, to better enhance the contours of the trunk as an aesthetic unit of the body. Otherwise, the abdomen can look flat and sculpted with blunted, rounded borders where the flanks remain unshaped. In some cases, adding VASER liposuction extended to the flanks may even permit a standard abdominoplasty to give good results where otherwise an extended abdominoplasty (excising skin around the sides of the flanks) would have otherwise been necessary.
To further enhance your results, you may wish to consider VASER liposuction of the back, arms, thighs, mons and fat transfer to the buttocks and hips. Just a thought…To see how treatment of all of these areas can enhance your results, please view the 4D VASER liposculpture photo gallery.


Taiwans HTC has responded to reports that its HD7 smartphones suffer from a similar antenna problem that bedevils the Apple iPhone, where reception quality can drop if the handset is held in a specific manner.
Like Apple, HTC HD7 is enduring the same issue experienced with the iPhone 4; bad antenna signal. Depending on how the HD7 smartphone is held, it may lose signal . HTC states that the antenna is designed to be in a spot least likely to be blocked by face or hands.


Coconut oil is one of the biggest crazes in recent years. Health nuts and DIY gurus have come up with infinite ways to use this versatile oil in our daily lives. Here are some of the most innovative uses for coconut oil you can't miss!
1. It gets rid of your dark circles and puffy eye bags!
Who likes swollen eyes in the morning? No one. Pat your dark circles and eye bags with a thin layer of coconut oil to look more awake.
2. You can also say bye to your wrinkles.
Similar to removing dark circles, rub a tiny bit of coconut oil twice a day to reduce your fine lines.
3. Use it to make toothpaste.
Let's be honest, you probably don't know what kind of chemicals are in the toothpaste you're using. Mix coconut oil and baking soda into a paste to create your organic toothpaste.
4. Use it to make pure coconut oil soap.
I'll admit, as a person with skin allergies, it is difficult to find soaps that don't cause irritation to the skin. But a soap bar without chemicals, but only coconut oil, is certainly the most soothing to the skin. You can follow this recipe to make your own soap bar (it also comes with a laundry soap tutorial!).
5. Replace your shampoo with coconut oil.
Use coconut oil with apple cider vinegar to wash your hair. This method prevents hair discoloration and dullness. You can also apply coconut oil as a hair mask or conditioner after shampooing.
6. De-frizz and de-tangle your hair.
For those with thicker, coarser hair, apply a thin layer of coconut oil to the bottom couple inches of your hair to leave your hair shiny and soft. Coconut oil helps to coat your hair from moisture and smoothens your hair. It also helps with your split ends!
7. It works well as a lotion too.
We all know the moisturizing function of coconut oil. Rub it on your skin after your shower can instantly rejuvenate the skin.
8. Substitute your creamer with coconut oil.
Who doesn't love a cup of coffee early in the morning? Coconut oil is a healthy alternatives to high calorie creamer. It's time to say bye-bye to dairy and sugar and kickstart your day with coconut oil. Here's how.
9. Say hello to a healthier butter on your toast.
Coconut oil is much healthier than butter or lard, and it boosts energy tremendously. Spread some coconut oil on your toast for a tasty morning snack.
10. Also, make your mayo with it.
Mayonnaise is delicious, but what's better? A healthier version. I promise it won't disappoint you.
11. Use it to "season" your cast iron.
In case you don't know, cast iron pans are not non-stick. You need to "season" — coat the cast iron surface — before cooking. Most people use lard, which it is high in bad fats, so sub it out with the healthier coconut oil.
12. It's great for cooking too!
If you're tired of using vegetable oil, olive oil, or butter, you can use coconut oil. It's great for baking, stir fry, and pretty much any kind of cooking.
13. Apply it as deodorant before you head out.
Most of us can't live without deodorant, especially in those sunny summer days. Use coconut oil as a base and mix with other non-toxic ingredients to reduce your odor after your sweat.
14. Use it as sunscreen as well.
For those who are easily sunburnt, this is great news for you. Apply a coat of coconut oil (it has an SPF of 4-6) in between your re-application of sunscreens. It also hydrates to reduce the chances of getting burned.
I've mentioned the moisturizing function of coconut oil couple times here. Simply rub some coconut oil on your chapped lips to help heal.
16. Make your own coconut oil bug-repellent bars!
Conventional bug sprays are full of chemicals to drive bugs away. Chances are they're probably bad for you too. Try to keep bugs away with your own organic and natural repellents.
17. Use it to DIY your scented candle.
Lately, homemade candle tutorials are everywhere. And of course, you guessed it, coconut oil is one of the ingredients. You can also customize the aroma you want!
18. Remove your make-up with it.
Ladies, after a long day, what's better to remove your make-up and hydrate your skin at the same time? You just need a teaspoon (or else) and warm water to rinse your face. Here are more hacks on this coconut oil make-up remover.
19. It helps wounds to recover faster.
Coconut oil is anti-flammatory and it helps to sooth sunburns, rashes, cuts, and even arthritis. Rub it on your wounds or joints to relieve pain and itch.
20. Use it create your exfoliating body scrub.
This is a really easy recipe — mix coconut oil, sugar, and some essential oils together. Then grab your favorite loofah and buff your skin to soft perfection. This is probably cheaper than most body scrubs.
21. It works well for your foot too.
Coconut oil is also anti-bacterial and anti-fungal. If you have athlete's foot, fungal infection, or a crack heel. Apply coconut oil to get rid of fungus and salve those dryness.
22. You can have your personal manicure sessions with it.
Another great use of coconut oil is for your nails. Apply it on your finger beds and cuticle to help your nails grow better. It also reduces the risks of coming into contact with bacteria or viruses in manicure salons.
23. Use it as shaving cream.
You can do this in two different ways. You can either use regular coconut oil on your body to get a closer shave or actually follow this recipe to make your own shaving cream.
24. Create your own massage oils.
Coconut oil provides great lubrication. Depend on your liking, mix in some essential oils or fragrances. Warm it up a bit and you're ready to massage!
25. Take it as a health supplement.
Take a teaspoon of coconut oil every day gives you the good fats you need.
26. It helps your digestive system.
Coconut oil is very easy to digest, and it contains compounds destroy bad bacteria and promote growth of probiotics.
27. It may improve your thyroid function as well.
Although there isn't an absolute conclusion by researchers on how coconut oil directly improves our thyroid functions, it looks like a good idea to try!
28. It is a really great lubricant.
You don't always need WD-40 to smooth your bike chains and door hingers, coconut oil does the job as good as other lubricants.
29. Use it to shine leather.
Anything leather needs a bit of polish and repair time after time. You can use coconut oil on your leather shoes, belts, boots, or even the inside of your car (dashboard and seats). Rub it in a circular motion to give it a shine and prevent cracked leather.
30. It also conditions your wooden household items.
Whether it's your wooden salad spoons or your best wooden rocking chair, apply coconut oil liberally and let it soak into the wood. This will help prevent rot, wear and tear, and the oil can also clean the wood after treatment.
Still want more useful suggestions of coconut oil? Let me give you 4 bonus uses!
Start a campfire with it. Most oils are flammable (that's why there is such a thing as grease fires…oops) and coconut oil is one of them. If you're out camping and you have some coconut oil on you, just soak some kindling or some cotton balls in coconut oil and watch it light right up. This works as good as lighter fluid and is safer for the environment.
Use it to avoid chlorine exposure when swimming. Coconut oil provides a layer of physical barrier for our skin, to reduce irritation and allergies from chlorine.
Evidences show coconut oil treats yeast infections. Believe it or not, studies have shown the oil kills a species of yeast. Click here to find out more.
You can use it on your pets too! If your dog is having skin issues like atopic dermatitis, coconut oil can relieve the itchiness and hydrate the dry skin. Also, it helps the digestive systems of animals too.
I hope you look at coconut oil in a whole new light after this article. It works well from head to toe, any day, anytime, anywhere. Do you have a favorite coconut oil recipe by now? Let us know!
 ^ NCBI: In vitro antimicrobial properties of coconut oil on Candida species in Ibadan, Nigeria.


A planning application has officially been lodged with Offaly County Council for the construction of six new houses in Ferbane.
The plans submitted seek permission to build four detached and two semi-detached houses on the main street in Ferbane in the coming months.
The works would include site boundaries, a garden shed at each house, a green area, access to the public sewer system as well as a new access road to the main street.
Offaly County Council will now assess the proposals over the next few weeks before making a final decision on the development.


The New York City rapper gives Mykki some help on his new remix.
Mykki Blanco is starting 2017 off with a new remix of his viral hit, "Loner," which features Jean Deaux on the hook. Before he heads on a U.S. tour with Cakes Da Killa in February, take a minute and listen to Ratking's Wiki annihilate some rhymes on the single's revamp.
The original version was featured on Mykki's self titled album which was released in Sept 2016. If you're really feeling bold, find a private area and watch the PornHub debuted music video for "Loner."


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Nakhitchevan est une république autonome située sur le territoire de la république d'Azerbaïdjan. Il y a des monuments historiques, des mausolées, des musées sur le territoire de Nakhitchevan, dont beaucoup sont devenus des monuments historiques.

Monuments chalcolithiques
I Kultapa, Ovtchular Tepeci, Sadarak, Khalaj, Arabbyеngidja et d'autres monuments ont été découverts au cours de cette période. Plus de 20 monuments chalcolithiques ont été découverts lors d'une expédition archéologique dans le village de Sirab de la région de Babak.

Champ de Douzdagh
Le champ de sel de Douzdagh a une longueur de 3 km, une largeur de 2 km et une épaisseur de 150 m. Selon des études à court terme sur l'expédition franco-azerbaïdjanaise de 2007, la découverte de céramiques d'Âge du cuivre et Koura-Araxe sur les pentes sud du gisement devait commencer tôt dans l'exploitation de la mine. Afin d'obtenir des informations plus complètes, des enquêtes systématiques ont été lancées en 2008.

Liste des monuments

Voir aussi
 Liste des statues à Bakou

Références

Monument historique
Nakhitchevan

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General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President Nguyen Phu Trong and Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc sent the messages to First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee Raul Castro Ruz, and President of the Cuban Council of State and Council of Ministers Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez.
The messages read that generations of Vietnamese leaders and people are proud to be the witnesses of the achievements that the Cuban people have obtained over the 60 years of defending and constructing the socialist Cuba � the symbol of the revolutionary heroism in the western hemisphere.
They re-affirmed the Vietnamese State, Government and people's consistent unity with the glorious and just revolutionary cause of the Cuban people, voicing their belief that the Cuban State, Government and people will continue to attain more successes in the national construction and defence.


"The Woodstock Gin Co was the brainchild of a few young Capetonian distillers. Simon von Witt, who has four years of experience in distilling and making quality organic liqueurs, decided to team up with Stuart Bartley, an experienced Marketing professional to develop a craft South African gin. The recipe for the gin was inspired and perfected by a reputable and highly experienced individual in the local and international wine industry. A base of beer and white wine is used to make our gins, both of which have a distinct, full flavour. The beer version is slightly sweeter, with hints of maltiness being carried through into the gin and this combined with the infusion of specially selected botanicals provides a full bodied gin, which works really well in a negroni cocktail. The wine version is smoother and only subtle undertones of Sauvignon are carried through into the gin, with juniper, buchu and other fynbos ingredients providing the dominant flavours. All our gins are double distilled from the original base of beer or wine to strip the base spirit of any impurities. The second distillation is done with the pure alcohol produced from the base spirit and water, which is sourced from the local Newlands spring, and provides a smooth finish to a unique balanced gin."


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"Vintage Startraveler" and the GeoSafari Modular Analog Synthesizer
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It's been a while since I've written about my music, and I've built up quite a backlog. I make music that is just as obstinately original and out-there as the opinions I cultivate, because the conventional music of this culture is just as dead as the ideas it was founded upon. I make my own music because I want to hear something that I only hear bits of in other people's music, and I like music that challenges the listener, and traditional musical ideas. I'm not interested in preserving musical traditions, I want to make music for a very different future.
Still, I am a product of my time, and when I was young and the future looked bright, synthesizers were brand new and seemed to me like almost magical devices. Back then, I liked what Edgar Froese, Morton Subotnik, and Klaus Schulz did with them much more than I liked what Walter Carlos, Kieth Emerson or Patrick Moraz did with them. I liked the people who explored synthesizers on their own terms, terms like millisecond and frequency, rather than those who played more or less traditional piano music on these new instruments. I still enjoy that early psychedelic electronic space music and you can hear that influence in a lot of my music.
Tom Robbins reminds us that "It's never too late to have a happy childhood." so I recently did something I've wanted to do since I was 15. A couple of years ago I created the GeoSafari Modular Analog Synthesizer, a crude but unique electronic musical instrument that I built from scratch. I'm sure I told you about it.
When I was 15, I was in my first extra-curricular musical project with some of my friends from school. We called ourselves, "Raw Sewage" and we sounded almost as good as our name. Two of my band-mates in this ensemble built their own synthesizers. At the time, I was not at all impressed by these machines. They didn't look anything like musical instruments. They looked like something a 15 year old would build in his dad's workshop, out of scrap wood. They had loose wires dangling from them, and looked like they could fall apart at any moment, but the thing that made me most skeptical of these machines was that they were powered by a 9 volt battery.
Back then, I knew that all "real" rock-n-roll gear plugged into the wall and weighed a lot, and these machines did neither. They sounded terrible too. The machines seemed to be very unpredictable, and even the guys who built them, couldn't figure out how to make them work most of the time. When the machines did make noise, they seemed as surprised as the rest of us by the noises they produced, and none of them sounded very good.
Still, as a teenager, I had friends who built their own synthesizers, and shared their PAIA catalogs with me, catalogs full of synthesizer kits you could build at home. I thought it would be a cool thing to do, but my own early attempts at soldering did not go well, so I focused on other things. Before long, I met someone who had a "real" Moog synthesizer and discovered that it sounded almost as ugly as the machines my friends had built.
Eventually, I bought a Roland SH-09 monophonic analog synthesizer for myself. I figured out how it worked, and learned to play it. I discovered that synthesizers really need reverb to sound good. The reason synthesizer music sounds so spacey has as much to do with the artificial acoustics added to them, as it does with the signals the instruments produce. Ironically, I got rid of my Roland when I went off-grid, because it required AC power, while everything else I now use runs on 9 volts DC.
Years later, however, when I decided I wanted a new synthesizer, and I needed one that could run on 9 volts DC, I knew I could build it myself because if Phil Casey and Andy Izold could do it, when they were 15, I could do it too. So, a couple of years ago I built the thing, and for the last couple of years I've been exploring its musical potential. Today, I feel like I've barely scratched the surface of what it can do, but I know that a lot of what it can do is sound really awful.
Once in a while, however, it sounds pretty good, at least to my ears, and lately I've been getting a little better at it. I have assembled a collection of some of my favorite electronic realizations from the GeoSafari Modular Analog into a new album. I call the album "Vintage Star Traveler" because it reminds me of the golden age of science fiction. It reminds me of a quaint, optimistic vision of rocket-ships and space stations, and technology without limits.
I don't hold out much hope for such a future, or even think it's a good idea, but I do feel nostalgic for that time in the past when it seemed possible. Primitive analog synthesizers helped conjure those visions of the future, and fueled the idea that technology would change everything. Now that technology has changed everything, the GeoSafari Modular Analog takes me back to a time before we knew how badly it was all going to go.
I made a video to go with the title track from the album. To create the images for this video, I recycled some old video feedback and experimental footage I shot back in the '90s when I did more video work. I like the way it came out. The video has a rather retro psychedelic look about it that, I think, matches the music. Please check it out.
The album contains more than 58 minutes of dreamy, futuristic soundscapes created with the GeoSafari Modular Analog Synthesizer. I find the whole album quite relaxing and energizing, and I like the way my brain feels when I listen to it. I hope it does the same for you. You can listen to the whole album and download it for free here:
You can listen to all of my music, download it for free, and learn more about it at: www.electricearthmusic.wordpress.com

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It is always fun to be able to spend quality time with your family if everyone is always on the go. Many families don't vacation together anymore because it has gotten very costly and with the economy coming out of a recession, it's no wonder why only parents will take a vacation or if the family does take a trip, it's only for one or two nights. You can find cheap Cape Cod hotels when you search on Expedia's website. There are many travel deals that you can look up when you search on the internet. So if you want to have fun and relax with your loved ones, then here's a few ways you can do that while you are on vacation.
If you don't live near a large body of water or the ocean and you want to take a vacation with your family to someplace warm, then you should find a city that has a nice beach. There are many things you can do with your family when you head down to the beach so everyone will have a fun time. Several activities you can do with your family include swimming, water skiing, jet skiing, laying out in the sun, volleyball, and fishing. This is just a partial list of the many activities that you can do with your family while you are on vacation.
Everyone likes food, especially if it's made on the grill. If you're family likes to hang out and eat, then you should have a barbeque. If you rent a villa or a condo for the entire family to stay in, then you can either take your grill with you or use the one that comes with the place and grill out. You can have everyone in the family choose what they would like to eat and then bring it to the barbeque. If you are camping or are renting a cabin in the country, you could even start a bonfire and roast marshmallows with your entire family.
As you can see, these are two of the many ways you can relax with your family while you're on vacation. You don't have to bring electronics or work with you when you go on vacation and just spend some quality time with your kids and partner.
Apparently there was a problem with the processing on my payment for my cable/internet bill. I am smart enough though to write down the conformation number when I make a payment online. I woke up this morning to no cable or internet and was not happy about it, but once I called with the number, they were able to fix it. They said they were having problems with their payment system and for some reason it is not picking up all of the payments. They apologized and gave me a free On Demand movie rental for my trouble. The kids are going to love that, because I always rent the movies they want first. Yaay for us!
My Aunt just called and told me that she has a busted water pipe. We need to find her a plumber calgary area or there about. She is elderly and doesn't have anyone nearby any more. Most all of her kids moved back to the States and she refuses to sell her old house and come down here as well. I really wish that she would though, because she is just too old to be living that far away from all of the family.
Don't get me wrong. She is not completely alone. The street she lives on is full of people who adore her. They stop by to check on her and see if she needs anything, but when she does, she wont ask. I will call the neighbor that is across the street from her and have him go take a look see. At the very least he can turn off the water until the plumber gets there to fix it. I am also going to call my mom and the other aunts for them to start campaigning for her to move back here again. Every so often they all start up and she almost agrees. Maybe this will be the lucky one and she will say yes.
Have you ever wanted to visit Japan? I want to. There is so much to see in Japan. They have such a rich history and culture. I have picked out two hotels that I would love to stay in during my visit. The first is Keio Plaza Tokyo Hotel. I really like the way it looks. I have checked it out online and the rooms and such are just plain awesome. I thought they would be small since the Japanese are into small space living, but these are not in the least bit small. I was pleasantly surprised by this. I am sure that they are as large as they are, because of the world travelers like lots of room, so they can feel at home.
The second one is actually The Ritz Carlton in Tokyo. The Ritz Carlton is very famous for their hotels as you know and who wouldn't want to stay in one of them. I really think that either one would be great. I want to experience Tokyo in style. I would love to just travel around the world and take my time in each place I visited. I play the lottery with that thought in mind.
I would really take an entire summer to just go from place to place. I would see all of the historic sights there are as well as the natural landmarks and such. Mount Fuji would be a great sight to see in Japan as well. I have seen pictures of it's imposing heights and the movies love to portray it as erupting in a few of them. I believe that it is an active volcano. I would have to look that up though. I don't believe that it has erupted in a very long time though. I did see something on discovery about the park that is part of it. They say it is haunted. I wonder if that is true.
I have smoked for linger then I can remember, but i have decided to quit smoking and get into shape. I am over weight and have type two diabetes. The diabetes, my doctor says will more than likely go away if I lose weight. My weight fluctuates within a twenty pound range. I have actually been doing well on losing the weight part, but will be more suscessful if I start working out. I can't work out unless I quit smoking. This I know. So wish me luck on quitting smoking and with my workout.


ralphhardin@gmail.com I try not to inject myself into the news stories that I cover. In fact, I wasn't really even thinking about it from a newspaper perspective, but my "reporter senses" began to tingle as I stepped out of my car at West Junior High School in West Memphis.
Details are still emerging about the early morning shooting death of a West Memphis teen, a 16-yearold who was, by all accounts, a well-liked student at West. A Friday in any junior high is usually a pretty upbeat scene, with teachers and students alike getting ready for the weekend.
But as I made my way down the sidewalk on West Barton Avenue approaching the school, it was decidedly anything but jubilant. A line of parents trickled toward the front doors. More parents, with students in tow, trickled out of the exit. Many of the students showed signs of emotion — they were fighting back tears or in some cases, not even fighting.
I wasn't really in "reporter mode," but I couldn't help but overhear as I passed two parents who had stopped to chat on the sidewalk.
"They aren't saying who it was," the other commented. There was more, but I was really just trying to get inside. Not as a reporter for the Evening Times.
I saw one I recognized and approached him, asking how things were going. "About what you'd expect," he said. "It's tough." I asked if he had spoken to any students who was friends with the kid who got killed, anyone who knew him.
"It's got to be tough," I said to her once we made eye contact as she shuffled around her office, wading through a sea of kids and backpacks between her station and the intercom system. I guess "tough" is the go-to word in these kinds of situations.
"I didn't expect this crowd," I said to the assistant principal, another person at West I go way back with.
"Pretty much everyone is going home," he said.
A young man I knew from his sister being on my daughter's volleyball team was standing in the doorway of the office trying to put on a brave face.
"I'll be all right," he assured me.
the basketball team together. I could only nod knowingly. He was obviously hurt emotionally and I did not want to exacerbate that. "Do you need a ride home?" I asked.
"No," he assured me and thumbed over at another student. "He was pretty good friends with Luke.
There were similar stories there at West, I'm sure.
There were several clumps of students and teachers, all consoling each other. If not for the tragic circumstances, it would have been very inspiring to see students of all races and genders in such camaraderie.
My daughter and her friend arrived at the office and we made our way out and back to the car.
"Let me know if you need anything," the counselor I had spoken to told my daughter as we left. She smiled, red-eyed, looked up at him and said she would.
It was a quiet walk back to the car. I decided to wait for them to say anything.
They eventually started talking about the young man, his social media accounts, his friends and all the things that were going on at the school because of the shooting. They asked me a few questions.
I answered them the best I could, shooting down a couple of rumors I could confirm were not true. Kids like to gossip as much as adults, I suppose. After a few niceties, I was really only left with one bit of insight.


Apex Legends, Respawn's new battle royale set in the Titanfall universe, has taken the world by storm. Currently, the game is only playable in trios, and many players have requested the addition of solos and duos. While Respawn is yet to address this, a recently-discovered leak suggests that a ranked mode for Apex Legends is on the way.
As reported by Dexerto, a screenshot posted by Twitter user StoutFN_ fuels the possibility of a ranked mode. In the image, there are two lines of code which contain the keywords "rankedplay".
The lines in question can be found in the Apex Legends profile configuration file. The lines supposedly toggle display and voice settings in what we assume is the upcoming ranked game mode. If the information above holds true, then it would be a huge addition to the new battle royale. After Fortnite, Apex Legends is the second free battle royale that has affected the gaming industry in such major way.
Epic Games is yet to implement a full-fledged ranked game mode for Fortnite. While the game's new 'Share The Love' event does feature a competitive division based gameplay environment, it's not a permanent addition. Therefore if Respawn acts quick and follows through with what the leak suggests, Apex Legends will gain a major lead over Fortnite.
Logically speaking, it would make sense for Respawn to capitalize on Apex Legends' highly successful launch. Like Fortnite, the new battle royale uses a free-to-play model which features premium cosmetics obtainable by purchasing Apex Coins. In order to keep the massive playerbase of Apex Legends healthy, Respawn will need to support the game with regular content updates. One the most highly requested features in today's battle royale games is a competitive style ranked game mode. Although fans have been eagerly waiting on news about the addition of different squad sizes, the idea of a ranked mode will most definitely be well received.


I had an email from Mrs. Brooks of Bea Gaddy Foundation, and they are in desperate need of Turkeys! You can drop one or more by their place at 425 N. Chester Street Baltimore, MD.
Feed someone this Thanksgiving, and give thanks for all that you have as well!
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Ayesha Siddiqi teaches at the Department of Geography at Royal Holloway, University of London. She was awarded an AXA Doctoral Fellowship in 2010, and completed her Ph.D in the War Studies and Geography Departments at King's College London in 2014. She has also published with foremost scholarly journals like Geopolitics and Contemporary South Asia.


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Jim Zarroli is an NPR correspondent based in New York. He covers economics and business news.
Over the years, he has reported on recessions and booms, crashes and rallies, and a long string of tax dodgers, insider traders, and Ponzi schemers. Most recently, he has focused on trade and the job market. He also worked as part of a team covering President Trump's business interests.
Before moving into his current role, Zarroli served as a New York-based general assignment reporter for NPR News. While in this position, he reported from the United Nations and was also involved in NPR's coverage of Hurricane Katrina, the London transit bombings, and the Fukushima earthquake.
Before joining NPR in 1996, Zarroli worked for the Pittsburgh Press and wrote for various print publications.
He lives in Manhattan, loves to read, and is a devoted (but not at all fast) runner.
Zarroli grew up in Wilmington, Delaware, in a family of six kids and graduated from Pennsylvania State University.
Netflix Pays Comcast To Ensure Its Videos Stream Smoothly
By Jim Zarroli • Feb 24, 2014
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Senate Steps Into The Data Breach Controversy
By Jim Zarroli • Feb 4, 2014
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The Dow Drops Again, But What's Driving The Sell-Off?
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This is ALL THINGS CONSIDERED from NPR News. I'm Melissa Block.
And I'm Audie Cornish.
Study: Upward Mobility No Tougher In U.S. Than Two Decades Ago
By Jim Zarroli • Jan 23, 2014
A new study finds that contrary to widespread belief, it's no harder to climb the economic ladder in the United States today than it was 20 years ago.
But the study did find that moving up that ladder is still a lot more difficult in the U.S. than in other developed countries.
The Young And Restless May Cause Drama For ACA
JPMorgan Chase Settles Madoff Case For $1.7 Billion
By Jim Zarroli • Jan 7, 2014
This is MORNING EDITION from NPR News. I'm David Greene.
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And I'm Renee Montagne. And some news this morning, JPMorgan Chase has agreed to pay $1.7 billion to settle charges related to the bank's Secrecy Act and we're going to be joined by NPR's Jim Zarroli. Good morning.
JIM ZARROLI, BYLINE: Good morning.
MONTAGNE: So let's hear what the government says about JPMorgan Chase's role.
After Target's Data Breach, Customer Incentive Disappoints
By Jim Zarroli • Dec 23, 2013
Target is trying to get back in its customers' good graces after a massive data breach affecting some 40 million credit and debit account holders. The giant retail chain offered its customers a 10 percent discount over the weekend as an act of atonement, but business was said to be down anyway.
The breach affected customers who used their credit and debit cards at one of Target's 1,750 stores during a three-week period after Thanksgiving.
Ireland Exits Bailout Program, But Economy Still On The Mend
Ireland was one of the countries hardest hit by Europe's debt crisis. On Sunday, it passed a big milestone when the nation became the first country to formally exit the bailout program funded by the International Monetary Fund and the European Union.
After three years of the bailout program, it isn't hard to find signs of improvement in Ireland and of an economy coming back from the dead.
"Don't get me wrong, it's been bad in a lot of ways, but there's a silver lining in every cloud," says Conor Mulhall, a 41-year-old father of three.
WTO Nations Say Deal Will Boost Global Trade
Officials of 159 countries have taken a big step forward in promoting global trade. This happened over the weekend at World Trade Organization talks in Indonesian.
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A New Worry Looms Online For The Affordable Care Act
By Jim Zarroli • Nov 30, 2013
Saturday is the day the Obama administration promised it would have HealthCare.gov working smoothly for the majority of people who need to sign up for health insurance.
As the Obama administration scrambles to fix the glitch-plagued site, experts are beginning to worry about another problem that may further impair the rollout of the Affordable Care Act.
Men's Wearhouse Goes 'Pac-Man' On Joseph A. Bank
NPR's business news begins with liking the way they look.
JPMorgan Says It Broke No Law. So Why Pay The $13 Billion?
State and federal regulators have hailed Tuesday's $13 billion settlement with JPMorgan Chase & Co. over faulty mortgage assets it sold in the years leading up to the financial crisis as a big victory for the judicial system.
But like other big settlements to emerge from the financial crisis, the deal leaves unclear just what the bank did wrong.
Health Care Cancellation Cure Could Lead To Higher Premiums
Sprecher Slams High-Speed Electronic Exchanges
By Jim Zarroli • Nov 6, 2013
And let's talk next about Jeff Sprecher, the CEO of Intercontinental Exchange. He's offered some sharp criticism about stock trading. And people are listening because Sprecher's company is about to buy the New York Stock Exchange.
NPR's Jim Zarroli reports.
SAC Capital Agrees To Plead Guilty To Insider Trading
NPR's business news starts with a guilty plea.


I don't even care if it's easy. I'll do the work. I just need to make some money.
Can you tell us more about how this works? Is it available for USA as well?
This is one of the categories I recently unlocked.
How do you motivate yourself to work each day on the same tasks ?
If you spend long hours in front of the computer, its wise to take a little break and do few neck rotations and shoulder shrugs to prevent neck pain and back pain.
Yes, it is always a good idea to get up and move around. Even if you can't do super strenuous exercise, you can get your blood moving and do some stretching.
Have you cashed out there yet? If so, how long does it take? I haven't heard of this one and have no idea what you do there, but it sounds interesting.
I agree. This seems to be happening a lot more often. I see part of the problem as people who abuse sites, by doing as little as they can to earn, or by spamming, or outright scamming. When sites pay for garbage, they don't have enough left to pay their good members. I think we all have to help out by reporting and such.
Is it crunch time yet? For those who do not work on the weekends how is your goal so far? Far from the target weekly earning?
I just joined prolific academic a while ago but so far no studies I am qualified to participate in. I wait and see if this works.


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Internment and Refugee Organisations in the Martin Miller and Hannah Norbert-Miller Archive
Clare George looks at some of the records in their archive for evidence of how mass internment in the summer of 1940 affected such organisations.
Records of Internment Camp Cultural Activities in the Papers of Arnold Gerstle
Clare George looks at the records of some of those activities in the papers of Arnold Gerstle, a Jewish refugee who was interned in Mooragh Alien Internment Camp near Ramsey on the Isle of Man in May 1940.
Internment and the Berger Family
Miller Archivist Clare George looks at what the archive of Austrian refugee artist Margarete Berger-Hamerschlag tells us about the impact on the family of the internment of her husband, Josef Berger.
Stories from the Exile Archives: Paul Bondy in Internment
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the mass internment of refugees from Nazi Germany by the British government in May and June 1940, some of the stories of internment will be highlighted over the next few weeks, starting with that of Paul Bondy.
Stories from the Exile Archives: German-Czech Refugee Herbert Löwit Remembered on VE Day
To mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day, this story from the archives highlights the young Czech-German refugee Herbert Löwit, and his role in the surrender of power to the Allied Forces at the end of the Siege of Dunkirk in May 1945.
'What are you Reading?' Doreen Warriner's War
As so many women, including nurses and other 'front-line' staff currently combatting Covid-19 have suddenly become acknowledged heroes, Jana Buresova considers the contribution of another hitherto unsung hero.
The Clothes on our Backs
Anna Nyburg introduces her latest book and reveals how Jewish refugees brought design to the British clothing industry.
The Challenges of Performing Austrian Refugee Theatre 80 Years On: Hugo Königsgarten's 'Die Rückkehr'
Archivist Clare George introduces the Making Theatre in Exile project.
Bringing Archives to Life for the Being Human Festival
Clare George introduces the Laterndl, providing the background behind the Making Theatre in Exile project.
From Refugee to UK Citizen
Jana Buresova talks about women refugees from former Czechoslovakia to the UK, from 1938 onwards.
The Library of Poet and Professor, Friedrich Gundolf
Jillian Saucier introduces the Friedrich Gundolf Library.
'Damals, dann und danach': Barbara Honigmann at 70
Margaret May writes about the symposium and the reading by the author at the Institute on 25 February 2019.
The Kindertransport: A Home Lost, a New Life Found?
Margaret May talks about the event held at the Institute on 24 November 2017.


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Montgomery Update: Free Test Kits Available at County Libraries
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A Message from County Executive Marc Elrich
As the Omicron variant of COVID-19 continues to spread through our community, County Executive Marc Elrich details actions Montgomery County has been taking to get better control over the spread, including the tremendous efforts of the Public Health Team, Montgomery County Public Libraries and numerous volunteers who have distributed more than 200,000 rapid self-test kits this week. The County Executive talks about the growing strain the pandemic is having on area hospitals. This week the 2022 Maryland Legislative Session began, and the County Executive recognized the hard work they do each year. He highlights Korean American Day and the upcoming MLK Day and Week of Service. County Executive Elrich also reminds us of two continuing threats – the encroachment on voters' rights and the scourge of human trafficking.
County Providing Rapid At-home COVID-19 Test Kits at Libraries
Montgomery County residents can pick up free, rapid at-home COVID-19 test kits at 19 Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL). The iHealth COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis until supplies run out. Residents can receive a maximum of two test kits per person (each containing two tests) per visit.
County Holiday Schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 17
The Montgomery County Government will observe special schedules for facilities and programs changes for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 17.
Alcohol Beverage Services Temporarily Reduces Hours in Retail Stores Due to Staffing Shortages
Montgomery County's Department of Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) has temporarily reduced hours at all 26 of its retail stores due to COVID-related staffing shortages. The temporary business hours will be noon-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Sunday hours will remain noon-5 p.m.
County to Honor to Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. With Virtual Celebration on Monday, Jan. 17, That Focuses on Voting Rights
The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be celebrated by Montgomery County at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 17, in a virtual event that will include special greetings and remarks by County Executive Marc Elrich and County Council President Gabe Albornoz on the importance of voting rights. Civil Rights warrior and Freedom Rider Joan Mulholland also will speak as part of the tribute.
Volunteer Center's 'MLK Week of Service' from Jan. 15-22 Will Feature Virtual and Onsite Opportunities
Every January, for more than a decade, the Montgomery County Volunteer Center has brought thousands of area residents together for an afternoon full of volunteer activities featured at its large-scale Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Day of Service event. However due to the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis, for the second straight year, the event will be largely virtual and expanded to a week from Jan. 15-22. It will have a variety of home-based and safely distanced service opportunities available online.
Park Cleanups Among Opportunities Offered by Montgomery Parks for 'MLK Day of Service'
A series of volunteer opportunities in honor of the 2022 MLK Day of Service sponsored by Montgomery Parks will include stream and park cleanups throughout the County. The events are scheduled between Saturday, Jan. 15, and Saturday, Jan. 22.
COVID-19 Information Portal Has Statistics on the Virus Including Infections and Vaccinations Given by Zip Codes
Montgomery County's COVID-19 Information Portal provides a variety of breakdowns on how the virus has impacted the County. The statistics are updated to reflect the most recent reports from the State of Maryland during the health crisis. Among the information available is how many positive cases have been reported in each zip code in the County.
Sixth Annual Montgomery Comic Convention on Saturday, Jan. 15, Will Become a Totally Virtual Event Due to COVID
Montgomery County Public Libraries will host its sixth free comic convention, MoComCon, on Saturday, Jan. 15. A recent change in the MoComCon 2022 schedule will have all events on the program held virtually due to the increased spread of COVID-19 and the Omicron variant. The comic convention is an all-ages event celebrating all things comics, graphic novels and fandoms.
Shady Grove and Rockville Metrorail Stations Reopening on Sunday, Jan. 16
The Shady Grove and Rockville Metrorail stations will reopen on Sunday, Jan. 16, following a four-month shutdown for the Rockville Canopy Replacement Project.
Ride On Bus Service Will Be Reduced Starting on Sunday, Jan. 16, Due to Bus Operator Shortage
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will temporarily reduce Ride On bus service beginning Sunday, Jan. 16, due to a growing number of employees sick from, or exposed to, COVID-19.
Financial Assistance Available for Homeowners Impacted by COVID
The Maryland Homeowner Assistance Fund can provide grants or loans for delinquent mortgage payments, past due association fees, past due real estate taxes and for repairs and energy efficiency improvements. Eligibility is based on income and COVID-19 impact. Owner occupancy is required.
Horizon Therapeutics Expands in Montgomery County and Will Become the First Tenant in the Alexandria Center at Traville Gateway in Rockville
Global life sciences leader Horizon Therapeutics has signed a long-term, full-building lease with Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. for a 192,000-square-foot state-of-the art facility that will be the company's new East Coast operations and research and development hub. The biopharmaceutical company will become the first tenant at the Alexandria Center at Traville Gateway, launching a vibrant new life sciences campus in Rockville.
First Montgomery Youth Climate Summit Scheduled for Saturday, March 5
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will hold its first-ever Youth Climate Summit for high school students on Saturday, March 5, at the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville. The summit program was developed after MCPS recognized increased student interest in climate action.
Maryland Historical Trust Accepting Nominations for 2022 Maryland Preservation Awards
Nominations are open through Feb. 4 for the 2022 Maryland Preservation Awards presented by the Maryland Historical Trust. The awards are the highest level of recognition for historic preservation, heritage education and community development projects in Maryland.
Deadline Approaching for 2022 'Women Making History Award' Nominations
Nominations for the Montgomery Women and Montgomery County Commission for Women 2022 Women Making History Award remain open through Thursday, Jan. 20. The award is given in recognition of outstanding women in Montgomery County making significant contributions in their vocation and in the community.
January Proclaimed 'Human Trafficking Prevention Month' in Montgomery County
Human trafficking has long been an issue in Montgomery County, in Maryland, nationally and internationally. Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and the County Council earlier this week proclaimed January as "Human Trafficking Prevention Month" in the County.
County Launches Biennial Online Resident Survey, With Response Deadline of Jan. 17
Montgomery County has started conducting its biennial online survey of County residents. The survey is available on the County website and is designed to get residents' assessment of the local government, its services and their quality of life. The survey will be open through Jan. 17.
Free Online Workshops for Job Seekers and Entrepreneurs in January
Free online workshops and one-on-one sessions geared toward assisting renters, job seekers and entrepreneurs will be offered throughout January. The programs are sponsored by Montgomery County Public Libraries.
For the latest updates, visit the County's COVID-19 website and follow Montgomery County on Facebook @MontgomeryCountyInfo and Twitter @MontgomeryCoMD.
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On this week's Fretboard Journal Podcast, we're joined by fingerstyle guitar legend Michael Gulezian. Michael is talking to us from his new home in Paonia, Colorado and offers us an insightful, thought-provoking glimpse into the life of a working musician. He tells us about his childhood and the impact that Middle Eastern music had on his own compositions. We also talk about his time with John Fahey, Michael Hedges and Robbie Basho and the sad downfall of Takoma Records. Michael also explains why so many great guitar players have come out of Minnesota, talks to us about his choice of acoustic guitars (built by frequent FJ contributor Todd Lunneborg) and much more.
This episode of the podcast is brought to you by our friends at Retrofret Vintage Guitars.
This week's podcast is a bluegrass double-header. First, we talk to the one-and-only Billy Strings. He's about to release his first solo album, Turmoil & Tinfoil and we talk about the making of the record, his guitars of choice (he recently switched from his Noble dreadnought to guitars made by Preston Thompson) and a lot more. Over on fretboardjournal.com, you can hear a stream of "Pyramid Country" from the new album right now.
Next up, we talk to the IBMA's Paul Schiminger about the organization's mission, it's annual World of Bluegrass festival (happening later this month) and the future of bluegrass.
This episode is sponsored by Retrofret and Dying Breed Music. Check out their offerings and tell them the Fretboard Journal sent you.
Next week, we talk to fingerstyle guitar legend Michael Gulezian!
This week's podcast is a bluegrass double-header: First, we talk to the one-and-only Billy Strings. He's about to release his first solo album, Turmoil & Tinfoil and we talk about the making of the record, his guitars of choice (he recently switched from his Noble dreadnought to guitars made by Preston Thompson) and a lot more. Over on fretboardjournal.com, you can hear a stream of "Pyramid Country" from the new album right now.
Next up, we talk to the IBMA's Paul Schiminger about the organization's mission, its annual World of Bluegrass festival (happening later this month) and the future of bluegrass.
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Singer-songwriter Pieta Brown has had quite the journey. On this week's Fretboard Journal Podcast we talk to her about unique upbringing (her dad is famed folk musician Greg Brown), her early attempts at songwriting and the fateful day her father showed her a vintage guitar. She also talks about Postcards, her 2017 album that features collaborations with Mark Knopfler, Calexico, David Lindley and others. Watch for a video with Pieta soon on fretboardjournal.com.
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Our guest on today's Fretboard Journal Podcast is Chris Young, founder of Union Tube & Transistor. Chris walks us through Union's history, his current pedal lineup and the story behind his pedal collaboration with Jack White. We also hear about the time he gave a pedal to Tom Waits and about some of Union's latest products, including their new Lab compressor pedal.
While Chris was in Seattle, we also took him to Johnny Sangster's Crackle & Pop studio to do a quick video demo. Watch it on fretboardjournal.com.
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Underlying the "triple talaq" questions are deeper issues about the nature of constitutional law in India.
The "triple talaq" hearing is an opportunity for the Supreme Court to finally remove some jurisprudential cobwebs that have enveloped constitutional secularism in India. It is an open question whether it will rise to the occasion or whether it will, as on previous occasions, simply fudge its way to a narrow ruling. Underlying the "triple talaq" questions are deeper issues about the nature of constitutional law in India. There are two claims that lie in the backdrop of this case that have caused a great deal of judicial confusion over the years. They have also produced deep distortions in our politics.
The first claim, very simply put, is over the constitutionality of personal laws. It is truly extraordinary that even after 70 years of Independence, thinking on this basic question remains confused. The source of mischief is a 1952 judgment in State of Bombay v Narasu Appa Mali, which, strangely enough, argued that personal laws do not count as "laws in force" under Article 13, and hence, are not subject to the test of constitutional validity. Different high courts tried at various points to overrule this, but the Supreme Court has let this strangest of claims stand.
This has had disastrous consequences for law and liberty. First, it rests on a bizarre understanding of what law is. On this point, Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer was right. It is odd not to treat personal laws as "laws." He wrote, "Personal law is law by virtue of the sanction of the sovereign behind it." Second, this doctrine seems to enshrine a law that is higher than the constitution. For, in effect, it says that there is a body of law that is exempt from constitutional scrutiny. One can only speculate on the reasons the Supreme Court has upheld this strange idea for 70 years.
In a nutshell, this argument can tell you how regressive the legacy of Narasu Appa is. Again, it is true that the meaning of the "home" and marriage are not exhausted by legal principles. But it does not follow that the legal structuring of the rights of individuals in the home is not subject to constitutional scrutiny. In fact, the home, and more specifically gender relations, are the sites of the most epic, intimate and consequential struggles for equality and liberty. Finally, the implication of Narasu Appa was to enshrine faith above constitution. There is a paradox here because, on the one hand, personal laws are often construed as not being religious; but they effectively provide a faith-based shield against constitutional scrutiny. Once this mischief is allowed, all kinds of faith-based arguments trump justice.
The court has a wonderful opportunity to undo this constitutional nonsense. This nonsense also created a distorted politics of secularism. Kapil Sibal may be acting in his professional capacity as a lawyer. But the symbolism of a senior Congress leader defending faith-based arguments trumping equality and freedom tells you in a nutshell what went wrong with Congress secularism (for an early brief critique, see my 'Congress, Secularism and Freedom', Seminar, 2003). It consistently allowed communal identities to trump both Article 14 and Article 21. Everyone swears by the constitution. Admittedly, the constitution is a complex text. But if Articles 14 and 21, individual liberty and equality, do not exercise moral sovereignty, then the Indian constitutional project is dead. When we say the law must pass the test of constitutionality, this is the core of the test. It's high time the Supreme Court made it clear.
The second strange doctrine is a partial consequence of the first. This is the "essential practices" test of the court. In order to ascertain whether something deserves protection under religious liberty clauses, courts may have to inquire whether the practice is in fact religious. But our courts have gone further. Rather than subjecting religious practices to the test of constitutionality, they have given lexical priority to the religious practice. One line of argument in the triple talaq case suggests that the only issue in this case is whether the practice is genuinely Islamic. If it is, uphold; if not, abolish it.
This is again patent nonsense. Even if the practice is deemed by its adherents to be essential to a religion, it has to be subject to the test of constitutional morality. The essential practices test has often not stood in the way of social reform, because the court acquired power to regulate and redefine religion.
Our judges overreach by trying to act as pandits and maulvis. But this strategy has extracted a triple price. First, it is intellectually disingenuous. The court seems to think there is some "objective" descriptive test of what counts as essential to a religion. There is none. The court smuggles in its own regulative ideal in the guise of a descriptive test. Second, it involves the court in religious controversies, and sets the state up as arbiter of religious interpretation. This is a travesty for a secular state. But, most importantly, this test fails to convey a basic message. Religious practices cannot trump modern constitutional morality. There is something quite vapid about a court going to great lengths to show that religion, properly understood, is not in conflict with constitutional morality. It may be or it may not be; some adherents may see there is a conflict, some may not. But that is neither here nor there. The triple talaq case is not about Koranic exegesis, or faith-based protections. The core question is: Will the court redeem the constitutional promise of a society where the law treats all individuals as free and equal?


South Dakota State and South Dakota may reside on opposite sides of the 2019 Summit League Tournament bracket, but both the Jackrabbits and Coyotes are playing some of their best basketball of the season as they head to Sioux Falls this weekend.
SDSU (24-7/14-2 Summit League) has won 13-of-14 en route to their second straight regular season title and the number-one seed that comes with it.
The Jackrabbits open tournament play Saturday (March 9) against #8 Western Illinois. SDSU swept the season series, winning by 42 in Macomb and by 20 last Saturday (March 2) in the regular season finale in Brookings.
USD (13-16/7-9 Summit League), winners in four-of-five, will play as the sixth-seed against #3 Purdue-Fort Wayne, Sunday (March 10) night. The Coyotes and Mastodons split during the regular season, with each winning on their home floor - USD by 14 in Vermillion, P-FW by 31 in Fort Wayne.
South Dakota State, by virtue of their top seed, would have Sunday off before the semifinal and championship rounds Monday (March 11) and Tuesday (March 12).
South Dakota would have to win three games in three days to capture the tournament title.


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Brave Face
By Elaine C
Hoo Hah House's production Brave Face is by far the bravest and powerful production I have seen at the Fringe this year. With nudity and violent themes from the start it is an adrenaline fuelled hard hitting black comedy straight from the offset.
Adrenaline fuelled hard hitting black comedy straight from the offset.
Written and performed by Everleigh Brenner her attention to the emotions evoked around sexual abuse is incredible, emotive, and uncomfortable. From the unconventional relationship that Em has with Connor, the narcissistic on/off cheating boyfriend whose violent bedroom behaviour leaves the audience under no doubt that it's non-consensual and lacks caring, to the ex appearing back on the scene seven years after he first raped Em, we wonder why he hasn't learned what the word "no" means yet!
Brenner's writing has bought to the forefront one of the effects that can be bought on by trauma, which is often unnoticed and unspoken about, where an abused victim can turn into an abuser to rebalance the equilibrium and take back a level of the power and humanity that has been "raped" from them.
A QR code is available as you leave the performance. Brenner explains that it has information and helpline links on it. I forgot to scan it personally and cannot say exactly what it contains. This shows a very responsible and mature approach to the production by helping or educating anyone further who might have been affected by themes raised in Brave Face.
National statistics taken from the government website report that one in five women have reported to have experienced some form of sexual assault. However, I believe that this percentage to be much higher as many crimes still go unreported. With a 37% prosecution rate for female victims of rape the justice system has a long way to go before it brings satisfactory justice to "all" victims.
For a large majority of those who will go to watch Brave Face it will leave you with uncomfortable feelings as you walk away from the performance. It is exactly what you should be feeling as sexual assault and violence is an uncomfortable and harrowing experience for the countless victims who have been subjected to these horrific crimes.
By Elaine C @ElaineC_reviews
Elaine Chapman is an English Graduate from Winchester University. By day a mother and business owner. By night an avid theatre goer enjoying the world of reviewing theatre and films from an audience perspective.
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How many times can a woman be objectified before deciding she's more human than that? More angry than that… more vengeful than that... And how on this patriarchal earth is she gonna make this bullsh*t fair? Em has had her womanhood threatened one too many times, and when her "boyfriend" breaks her heart, she becomes a woman the world fears, who lies, blackmails and gets what she wants. But when her past catches up with her present, we question: is this what she deserves? Brave Face is a pitch-black comedy about sex, trauma and the female experience.
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Beyond Meat Arrives at Alibaba Stores in China
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Beyond Meat continues its expansion in China, this time into the retail sector. The company is bringing its Beyond Burgers to Alibaba's Heme supermarkets, first in Shanghai, then elsewhere in the country later this year, according to TechCrunch.
Beyond debuted in China earlier this year with a Starbucks partnership, selling its plant-based meat products in cafes across the country. Availability of Beyond products expanded to the Yum China empire, where they were at Pizza Hut, KFC, and Taco Bell for a limited time.
The company's arrival in Alibaba stores is its first foray into retail in China. Though it makes sense. China has the world's largest population and is also the world's largest consumer of meat. The Chinese government has been urging citizens for some time now to cut down their meat consumption, which makes China a lucrative market for plant-based meat products.
This move is also the latest salvo in what has been a busy few months of back-and-forth expansion news for both Beyond and its main plant-based rival, Impossible Foods. Impossible launched a direct-to-consumer sales channel at the beginning of June. Shortly after, Beyond released bulk packaging that narrowed the price gap between its burgers and traditional meat. Beyond also announced plans for its own D2C site, which has yet to launch. Then earlier this week, Impossible announced that its Impossible Sausage is now available to all restaurants in the U.S.
This latest deal with Alibaba helps bolster Beyond's foothold in China. Impossible is not yet in Chinese markets, though the company has suggested in the past it plans to eventually launch products there. As demand for plant-based meat offerings has surged since the start of the global pandemic, it's a safe bet to expect the back-and-forth news from both companies to continue throughout the year.
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I absolutely love mixing and matching prints! Anybody who knows me, knows I'm all about trying new trends and experimenting with colors and patterns. I think it keeps your style fresh and updated. Color-blocking and print mixing is very apparent in Soraya by Rozi, and one trend the line is known for. I've always had a fascination with pairing different fabrics, textures and colors together that you don't typically see in the fashion industry and I definitely incorporated my love of that in my clothing line. Below is a fresh outfit I paired together playing with patterns. Let me know what you guys think!


Being a member of this church is a declaration of commitment. It is a commitment to the beliefs, vision, direction, leadership and to the other members of the fellowship. As a member, you are declaring agreement with, dedication to, and active participation in the ministry life of the local church. As a member, you are a "Sanctioned Member" of the congregation.
It has long been our belief that the New Testament demonstrates a model for "church membership." Those who are born again believers and who participate in the local church are members. We as Christians are "members of the body of Christ." However, with a continuing decline in moral values, and a failure to provide accountability - both here at Candlelight, with other churches, and within the local and national community, we chose to develop a voluntary membership for those who attend Candlelight. Furthermore, with participants as members, we are better equipped to serve the body and provide networking, follow-up, assess needs in the church family, assist in meeting those needs and provide Biblical accountability.
Although the term "local church membership" as understood by this document is not specifically delineated in the Biblical text, it is the position of Candlelight Christian Fellowship that the idea of recognized membership is consistent with the Biblical model. Believers are called to participate in the life of a local church. (Acts 2:42-47; Heb. 10:25; Eph 4:7-16) It is here that the various gifts we exercise are used to assist growth and maturity in Christ. (1 Corinthians 12) Membership is the concept which upholds the importance of the body of Christ and helps to guard against the tendencies of independence and disunity the Bible warns against. By becoming a "member," of Candlelight Christian Fellowship, you are declaring your commitment to Christ, to our ministry leadership. It is also a declaration of intent to use your gifts for the edification of those who are part of the Candlelight Family and to maintain the bond of unity with the fellowship while awaiting the Lord's return.
"Membership" at Candlelight will serve us all because it allows us to know those who are committed to our ministry goals and those who share our vision to make devoted followers of Christ. We depend on our members to help shape the ministries we offer and provide insight and assistance in fulfilling our mission. As a member of Candlelight, we will share a greater awareness of each other's gifts and talents as well as needs or weakness. This will help us shape our ministries in a way that best edifies you and the other members of the congregation. It also helps us know whom we can depend on in fulfilling our long-term ministry goals. Because we are dedicated to you, it is vital that we maintain a good mailing list and accountability for this growing family of people. Our goal is to do our very best to serve you all in Jesus' name with excellence and love. Please note, we will not share our mailing list or any other personal information with any outside entity, organization, or person.
"Sanctioned Membership" and participation at Candlelight Christian Fellowship is non-exclusive but is limited by a lifestyle befitting Biblical principles, a willingness to regularly attend and support the gatherings of the fellowship, a commitment to financially support the fellowship, and the desire to maintain accountability with the church and its mission in life and conduct. Membership shall be subject to elder approval. Any member who is in open or persistent disagreement with or disregard the Philosophy of Ministry, Mission Statement, or Statement of Faith shall be subject to revocation. Those who desire removal from membership shall make the request in writing. Removal from membership shall then be acknowledged in writing to the requestor.


Will Minoxidil Work For a Receding Hairline?
Have you recently noticed a receding hairline? For many men, this type of aging is a fact of life. However, you don't have to wait for your hairline to slowly fade away before you get help. We all want to look and feel our best, and today there is plenty of science to help with men who inherit hair loss. Is Minoxidil one of them that can be effective?
Minoxidil has the distinction of being only over-the-counter medication for hair loss currently approved by the FDA. It's often sold under the brand names Rogaine or Theroxidil. Available as liquid or foam, Minoxidil is believed to promote hair growth by expanding blood vessels and potassium channels. Researches think it may allow hair follicles to receive more of the nutrients they need. These nutrients that make hair stronger, thicker and healthier are delivered to the hair follicles, as well as oxygen and blood.
If you're in the earlier stages of hair loss, Minoxidil may be right for you.
Will it Help Regrow Your Receding Hairline?
Unfortunately, Minoxidil hasn't been proven to restore a receding hairline to a full head of hair. Some people anecdotally say that it has made their hair loss less dramatic and helped with their male-pattern baldness, but you can't regrow a large section of hair using Minoxidil alone.
Results from this treatment can also take a long time to see. It takes about four to six months to see the most improvement, which can be difficult if you're impatient or want to see results more quickly.
Many people, both men, and women, claim that Minoxidil has helped stimulate new hair growth for them. Some men say that it has helped slow their receding hairlines. To continue to see improvement, you must continue to use the treatment every day.
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At New Look Institute, we offer a variety of solutions for people who want to have vibrant, healthy hair.
Laser hair restoration is a popular choice. Low levels of lasers are used to stimulate the scalp and the hair follicles, which can help prevent follicles from going dormant. In combination with hair regrowth formulas used for topical thickening, many of our clients have experienced remarkable hair restoration.
New Look Institute will pair you with a trichology specialist – a person who specializes in a branch of dermatology that deals with the scalp. Our trained, certified in-house Trichology Practitioner helps each client choose the tools they want to use to achieve a healthy scalp and healthy hair. Our experts will help you by creating a trichological evaluation and help set you up with any topical solutions and take-home treatments to facilitate healthy hair growth.
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GroveSite VP Selected for Leadership Program
PHOENIX, AZ, September 1, 2003 – GroveSite, the leading provider of affordable online collaboration solutions, announced today that Jane Hagen, its VP Marketing, was selected to participate in the 2003/2004 class of Scottsdale Leadership, Inc., a program that recognizes and develops community leaders. Ms. Hagen is an active volunteer with a keen interest in providing assistance and opportunities to young and disadvantaged women. "Young women don't have enough role models today and still are bound by stereotypes and low self-expectations," says Hagen. "I've been fortunate in my career and would like to assist others."
Scottsdale Leadership, Inc. participants attend a nine-month series of intensive workshops designed to acquaint them with community issues, introduce them to community leaders, build personal leadership skills, and identify opportunities for community involvement. Program graduates are involved in many non-profit organizations in the community. Several serve on city boards and commissions, the city council and state legislature.
GroveSite offers simplified multi-enterprise collaboration tools that provide an easy, fast and affordable way for organizations of all sizes to share information through a hosted application across the Internet. Its affordability and ease-of-use enable training programs and non-profits to benefit from web collaboration without investing in IT infrastructure. GroveSite was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, with offices in the Boston area. For more information, please contact Jane Hagen at GroveSite at 866-952-9880 and visit www.grovesite.com.


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Q: Can't obtain google maps api key I obtained fingerprint and put it into corresponding form at http://code.google.com/android/maps-api-signup.html, but when I pressed "Generate API key", I saw no key, it looks like that:

No key, only question marks. Did anyone encounter this problem? I tried to change encoding and use another browser but always got the same result. What's the matter?

A: That page would have given you an old-style API key that would only work with deprecated APIs, so just forget about it.
Instead, use the API Console to create a key under API Access. See Obtaining an API Key for details.

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What does life look like when family is created by choice rather than blood? Kate Kaufmann notes the question of having kids is more nuanced and complex than ever, as women explore options that were previously un-contemplated, or accepted. How may a woman's life resonate when it's not including motherhood? What are the personal and professional implications of choosing not to have children? Our culture remains geared toward kids. Yet many factors weigh into the decision to not have kids: economics; infertility issues, impact on population and the possibility that future generations face int
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As the international, award-winning author of Do You Have Kids? Life When the Answer is No, Kate Kaufmann advocates for better understanding of the childless/childfree demographic in person, on air, and in print. She has an MFA in creative writing and professional background in human resources and consulting. Her work has been featured in these outlets: NBC's Know Your Value, CBC Radio One, the National Organization for Women, and the Washington Post. Join Kate's Convo!
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Michail Sergejewitsch Koslowski (, englische Schreibweise Mikhail Kozlovskiy; * 17. Oktober 1989 in Leningrad) ist ein ehemaliger russischer Automobilrennfahrer. Er startete von 2013 bis 2015 in der Tourenwagen-Weltmeisterschaft (WTCC).

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Koslowski begann seine Motorsportkarriere 2004 im Kartsport, in dem er bis 2005 aktiv blieb. 2005 wechselte er in den Formelsport und wurde Fünfter in der Formel Russia. 2006 trat er in der russischen Formel 1600 an und erreichte den neunten Gesamtrang.

Nach einem Jahr Pause wechselte Koslowski 2008 in den Tourenwagensport. Er gewann auf Anhieb den russischen SEAT León Cup. 2009 wechselte er in die Russian Touring Light Championship und fuhr einen Ford Fiesta. Nachdem Koslowski in seiner ersten Saison den zweiten Rang erreicht hatte, gewann er 2010 die Meisterschaft. 2011 nahm er an der European Production Series teil. 2012 erhielt er ein Cockpit in einem Lada Granta in der Russian Touring Car Championship (RTCC). Er beendete die Saison auf dem siebten Platz.

2013 war Koslowski ein Fahrer des Tourenwagenkaders des Mineralölkonzerns Lukoil und sollte in russischen Serien eingesetzt werden. Nachdem sein Landsmann Alexei Dudukalo beim Saisonauftakt der Tourenwagen-Weltmeisterschaft (WTCC) durch das Auslösen einer teaminternen Kollision beide Lada Granta von LADA Sport Lukoil irreparabel beschädigt hatte, verpflichtete das Team Koslowski als Ersatz für Dudukalo. Er stieg zum zweiten Rennwochenende der Saison 2013 in die Weltmeisterschaft ein. Ein 13. Platz war sein bestes Resultat in seiner Debütsaison. 2014 blieb Koslowski bei LADA Sport Lukoil in der WTCC. Er erzielte erstmals Punkte und beendete die Saison auf dem 16. Gesamtrang. 2015 nahm Koslowski für LADA Sport an zwei Veranstaltungen der Tourenwagen-Weltmeisterschaft teil.

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Apple Dismisses iPhone Tracking But Will Fix It
By Marcus Yam
Nothing but a few bugs, claims Apple.
Last week, word came out that the iPhone and iPad since iOS 4 have been logging location data and storing it in an unencrypted file that can be read to see where the device has traveled. The company came under much scrutiny and is now the target of lawsuits in the United States.
Apple has finally spoken and issued an official statement via press release in a Q&A format. The main takeaways are:
Apple is brushing off much of its oversight and irresponsibility but is still going to make things right through upcoming software updates.
The first will chop the amount of location stored from forever down to seven days.
The next update will encrypt the file so that it's unreadable by anyone other than Apple.
Apple is gathering the data to make its own traffic service.
Check it out in its entirety below:
Apple Q&A on Location Data
CUPERTINO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apple would like to respond to the questions we have recently received about the gathering and use of location information by our devices.
1. Why is Apple tracking the location of my iPhone?
Apple is not tracking the location of your iPhone. Apple has never done so and has no plans to ever do so.
2. Then why is everyone so concerned about this?
Providing mobile users with fast and accurate location information while preserving their security and privacy has raised some very complex technical issues which are hard to communicate in a soundbite. Users are confused, partly because the creators of this new technology (including Apple) have not provided enough education about these issues to date.
3. Why is my iPhone logging my location?
The iPhone is not logging your location. Rather, it's maintaining a database of Wi-Fi hotspots and cell towers around your current location, some of which may be located more than one hundred miles away from your iPhone, to help your iPhone rapidly and accurately calculate its location when requested. Calculating a phone's location using just GPS satellite data can take up to several minutes. iPhone can reduce this time to just a few seconds by using Wi-Fi hotspot and cell tower data to quickly find GPS satellites, and even triangulate its location using just Wi-Fi hotspot and cell tower data when GPS is not available (such as indoors or in basements). These calculations are performed live on the iPhone using a crowd-sourced database of Wi-Fi hotspot and cell tower data that is generated by tens of millions of iPhones sending the geo-tagged locations of nearby Wi-Fi hotspots and cell towers in an anonymous and encrypted form to Apple.
4. Is this crowd-sourced database stored on the iPhone?
The entire crowd-sourced database is too big to store on an iPhone, so we download an appropriate subset (cache) onto each iPhone. This cache is protected but not encrypted, and is backed up in iTunes whenever you back up your iPhone. The backup is encrypted or not, depending on the user settings in iTunes. The location data that researchers are seeing on the iPhone is not the past or present location of the iPhone, but rather the locations of Wi-Fi hotspots and cell towers surrounding the iPhone's location, which can be more than one hundred miles away from the iPhone. We plan to cease backing up this cache in a software update coming soon (see Software Update section below).
5. Can Apple locate me based on my geo-tagged Wi-Fi hotspot and cell tower data?
No. This data is sent to Apple in an anonymous and encrypted form. Apple cannot identify the source of this data.
6. People have identified up to a year's worth of location data being stored on the iPhone. Why does my iPhone need so much data in order to assist it in finding my location today?
This data is not the iPhone's location data-it is a subset (cache) of the crowd-sourced Wi-Fi hotspot and cell tower database which is downloaded from Apple into the iPhone to assist the iPhone in rapidly and accurately calculating location. The reason the iPhone stores so much data is a bug we uncovered and plan to fix shortly (see Software Update section below). We don't think the iPhone needs to store more than seven days of this data.
7. When I turn off Location Services, why does my iPhone sometimes continue updating its Wi-Fi and cell tower data from Apple's crowd-sourced database?
It shouldn't. This is a bug, which we plan to fix shortly (see Software Update section below).
8. What other location data is Apple collecting from the iPhone besides crowd-sourced Wi-Fi hotspot and cell tower data?
Apple is now collecting anonymous traffic data to build a crowd-sourced traffic database with the goal of providing iPhone users an improved traffic service in the next couple of years.
9. Does Apple currently provide any data collected from iPhones to third parties?
We provide anonymous crash logs from users that have opted in to third-party developers to help them debug their apps. Our iAds advertising system can use location as a factor in targeting ads. Location is not shared with any third party or ad unless the user explicitly approves giving the current location to the current ad (for example, to request the ad locate the Target store nearest them).
10. Does Apple believe that personal information security and privacy are important?
Yes, we strongly do. For example, iPhone was the first to ask users to give their permission for each and every app that wanted to use location. Apple will continue to be one of the leaders in strengthening personal information security and privacy.
Sometime in the next few weeks Apple will release a free iOS software update that:
reduces the size of the crowd-sourced Wi-Fi hotspot and cell tower database cached on the iPhone, ceases backing up this cache, and deletes this cache entirely when Location Services is turned off.
In the next major iOS software release the cache will also be encrypted on the iPhone.
Marcus Yam
Marcus Yam is a technology evangelist for Intel Corporation, the latest in a long line of tech-focused roles spanning a more than 20-year career in the industry. As Executive Editor, News on Tom's Guide and Tom's Hardware, Marcus was responsible for shaping the sites' news output, and he also spent a period as Editor of Outdoors & Sports at Digital Trends.
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pirateboy
never mind about the tracking, i want one of those humancentipads !!
tranzz
Users are confused, ...
They bought apple products, of course they are confused :)
ubercake
Uh... We didn't do it... Honest... But we're doing everything in our power to fix it...
I guess apple is maybe tracking my behavior. But I guess that's kind of like putting all my info on facebook, right? I guess I don't really care, because with apple, the real payoff is when I can walk into a crowded room and pull out a device people know I dropped $500-$800 on. They are so impressed with me. Whatever.
tranzz2. Then why is everyone so concerned about this?Users are confused, ...They bought apple products, of course they are confused
Did you just... like... jump out of bed, log onto Tomshardware and find the first Apple related news story to troll? I mean, I'm guessing it must be one of those '5 a day' sort of things you people have to achieve, like fruit and veg?
It's not a bug. It's a feature!
It's not a dig at apple users. I can't believe a company could refer to peoples concers as "confused". Confusion is the inablity to put information togeter in a coherent manner. Musunderstanding would have been a more sensible word.
Confused:–verb (used with object), -fused, -fus·ing. :to fail to distinguish between; associate by mistake;
filthyoptimizer
The iPhone is not logging your location. Rather, it's maintaining a database of Wi-Fi hotspots and cell towers around your current location...
I've got to remember that one next time I go to court for stalking. "Your honor, I wasn't logging her location. I was just maintaining a databases of things near her current location."
I own an iPhone and I don't care who you are or what product you prefer, this should be hilarious. It's not really the fact that they were security boneheads and had a privacy hole in their system. That's bad but nobody's perfect and other phones are suspected to have similar problems. It's the ridiculous denial of an obvious problem or shortcoming.
blubbey
Why did it take them so long to come up with an answer?
aznguy0028
pirateboynever mind about the tracking, i want one of those humancentipads !!Well, you will have to be the 2nd one in line. I've been camping out all week for that thing! :D
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The Executive Council accepts funding proposals from HBES members to support activities such as conferences, preconferences, or workshops that promote the evolutionary study of humans. Proposals are reviewed twice a year.
Proposals of no more than three pages in length should be submitted by email to the HBES President by November 1st, to be reviewed by the Executive Council. Proposals should include a description of the audience and participants, venue, a description of how the activity supports an evolutionary understanding of humans. Please provide a justified budget that includes evidence of support or funding (e.g., registration fees, institutional support, etc.) from another body. Please limit your requests to $5,500. If you have received funding from HBES for a similar purpose in the past, please also include a brief (about 500 words) report of the most recent event, describing the audience and participants, and history and context of the event where relevant.
We will now accept proposals from HBES student members for financial support to encourage bringing guest speakers to their university. HBES student members can submit proposals for funding to offset the cost of inviting a guest speaker. The topic of the speaker must be related to the purpose of HBES (see By-Laws). HBES subsidizes travel and/or accommodation costs for the speaker with a maximum of $2,500.
The Executive Council is extending the June 1st deadline to June 15th for accepting proposals from HBES members to support activities such as conferences, preconferences, or workshops that promote the evolutionary study of humans.
The Minds and Traditions research group ("the Mint"), an Independent Max Planck Research Group at the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History in Jena (Germany) is offering two grants for two doctoral projects focusing on "cognitive science and cultural evolution of visual culture and graphic codes". Funding is available for four years (three years renewable twice for six months), starting in September 2016. The PhD students will be expected to take part in a research project devoted to the cognitive science and cultural evolution of graphic codes. If interested, please send a motivation letter (maximum two pages) to the group's principal investigator, Olivier Morin (morin@shh.mpg.de) by March the 21st, 2016.
The Executive Council now makes a call for proposals from HBES members for to support activities such as conferences, preconferences, purchase or workshops that promote the evolutionary study of humans as per HBES Resolution 2009-1.
Proposals of no more than three pages in length should be submitted by email to President Elizabeth Cashdan (elizabeth.cashdan@anthro.utah.edu) by 1 November 2015 to be reviewed by the Executive Council. Proposals should include a description of the audience and participants, venue, a description of how the activity supports an evolutionary understanding of humans. Please provide a justified budget that includes evidence of support or funding (e.g., registration fees, institutional support, etc.) from another body. Please limit your requests to $5,500. If you have received funding from HBES for a similar purpose in the past, please also include a brief (about 500 words) report of the most recent event, describing the audience and participants, and history and context of the event where relevant.


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import (
	"fmt"

	"github.com/docker/docker/pkg/plugingetter"
	"github.com/moby/swarmkit/v2/api"
)

// DriverProvider provides external drivers
type DriverProvider struct {
	pluginGetter plugingetter.PluginGetter
}

// New returns a new driver provider
func New(pluginGetter plugingetter.PluginGetter) *DriverProvider {
	return &DriverProvider{pluginGetter: pluginGetter}
}

// NewSecretDriver creates a new driver for fetching secrets
func (m *DriverProvider) NewSecretDriver(driver *api.Driver) (*SecretDriver, error) {
	if m.pluginGetter == nil {
		return nil, fmt.Errorf("plugin getter is nil")
	}
	if driver == nil || driver.Name == "" {
		return nil, fmt.Errorf("driver specification is nil")
	}
	// Search for the specified plugin
	plugin, err := m.pluginGetter.Get(driver.Name, SecretsProviderCapability, plugingetter.Lookup)
	if err != nil {
		return nil, err
	}
	return NewSecretDriver(plugin), nil
}

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