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Chess in Art
with commentary by 3-time US Champion GM Nick de Firmian, FM Paul Whitehead and Chessroom Director, Abel Talamantez. Chief TD will be Dr. Judit Sztaray.
Come join us next Saturday for this very special online event at the Mechanics' Institute!
March 2021 TNM
The March 2021 Tuesday Night Marathon begins next week March 9th with an 8-round open section event. As usual, games will be manually paired on Chess.com and will be USCF rated with a time control of G/35+2, two games per evening. We will broadcast the games on our Twitch channel with commentary from GM Nick de Firmian, FM Paul Whitehead, and Chess Director Abel Talamantez. Dr, Judit Sztaray is the Chief TD and will start the games. We anticipate a strong tournament, and we are already seeing new TNM participants register.
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The Thursday Night Marathon has completed two rounds, and we have eight players with perfect 2/2 scores. Current standings are below, but here are a few games from the first round, annotations by GM Nick de Firmian.
(1) Kristian Clemens (kclemens) (1837) - Yali Dancig-Perlman (noydan100) (1726) [A13]
MI Feb-Mar ThNMO Chess.com (1.7), 25.02.2021
1.Nf3 d5 2.c4 e6 3.b3 Nf6 4.Bb2 c6 5.g3 Nbd7 6.Bg2 Bd6 7.0-0 0-0 8.d4 Qc7 9.Qc2 A typical Catalan move. Alternatively White can try [9.Nbd2 Ne4? 10.Nxe4 dxe4 11.Ng5 Nf6 12.Nxe4 1-0 (23) Hejazipour,M (2319) -Netra,P (1534) Lichess.org INT 2021; The "deep" move here is 9.Nc3 intending a line-up on the queen. 9...Re8 10.Rc1 and, as Black really doesn't want to allow 11.cxd5 and 12.Nb5, trading knight for bishop, Black has to move again: 10...Qb8 11.Nd2!? (in fact, 11.e4! even works) 11...e5? Black "lashes out" 12.cxd5! exd4 13.Nce4 (13.dxc6! dxc3 14.cxd7 Bxd7 15.Bxc3! works, since 15...Ba3 16.Rc2 Bf5 17.e4! Nxe4 18.Nxe4 Bxe4 19.Qd4! Qe5! 20.Qa4!) 13...cxd5 (13...Nxd5 14.Nxd6+/-) 14.Nxd6 Qxd6 15.Bxd4 1-0 (42) Kaidanov,G (2572)-Gamboa Alvarado,O (1913) Caleta 2017] 9...Ne4 [9...dxc4!? 10.bxc4 c5 11.e3 e5 12.dxe5 Nxe5 13.Nbd2 Bd7 14.Ng5 h6 If only his knight was c3 instead of d2, he'd have 15.Nd5! +- But he's still doing well. 15.Nge4 Nxe4 16.Nxe4+/- ½-½ (24) Golonka,S-Ball,Michigan ch, E Lansing 1987] 10.Nbd2 f5
11.a4?!N A well meaning plan, to trade the dark-squared bishops. [11.Rac1 Rf6 12.e3 Rh6 13.c5+/- No, there is no double piece sac on g3:1-0 (36) Srbis,J (2303)-Muskardin,M (2211) Topusko 2012; In another game White executed the textbook Anti-Stonewall knight maneuver: 11.Ne1! Ndf6? (11...Nxd2 12.Qxd2 dxc4 13.bxc4 e5!?) 12.Ndf3 Qf7 13.Nd3 Qh5 14.Nfe5 followed by further lessons in How to Push Back: 14...Bd7 15.f3 Ng5 16.h4 Nf7 17.Bc1 Black's queen is cut off from the retreat! 17...g5? 18.hxg5 Nxg5+- 1-0 (40) Devcic,D (2191)-Frank,V (2243) Velika Gorica 2002] 11...a5 [11...b6+/=; 11...Bb4!? 12.Ba3 a5+/=] 12.Ba3?! [12.Nxe4 fxe4 13.Ng5 Nf6 14.c5 Be7 15.f3+/-] 12...b6 It's a nice thought, to trade off Black's "good" bishop, but it takes time. And time matters even in closed positions. 13.Bxd6 Qxd6=
When Black gets .. Bb7 and ...c5 in it's all good: the Modern treatment of the Dutch Stonewall. 14.Rac1 Ba6 [14...c5!? first and foremost] 15.Rfd1 [15.cxd5!? cxd5 16.Qc7 Bxe2! comes out okay] 15...Rac8 Every rook move had something to be said for it; this one is fine. 16.e3 [16.Qb2!?] 16...Rf7?!+/= [16...c5 -- you can't wait forever!] 17.Qb2
17...g5? Just an oversight, losing a big pawn. 18.Nxe4 fxe4 19.Nxg5+- and Kristian wraps it up well enough. 19...Rg7 20.Nh3 Nf8 21.Bf1 [21.Nf4 keeps an eye on f2-f3.; 21.c5! perforates the queenside as well.] 21...Ng6?? oops,losing a piece 22.c5! Qc7 23.Bxa6 Rf8 24.cxb6 Qxb6 25.Bf1 Nh4 26.Qc2 Nf3+ 27.Kg2 Rc7 28.Nf4 Ng5 and resigned (29.h4 and 30.Nxe6) 1-0
(2) Walder FlightsOfFancy,Michael (2084) - Uzakbaev rimus11,Nursultan (1490) [C70]
1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Bc5 Rather unusual here; [Usually seen after 4...Nf6 5.0-0 Bc5 (or with 5...b5 6.Bb3 thrown in 6...Bc5) ] 5.c3 Preparing d2-d4 5...Nge7 Now it's rarified ground, from the thousands of games to the dozens. [5...b5] 6.0-0 Still not quite ready for d2-d4 -- and it's transposed into "hundreds" of games. [6.d4 exd4 7.cxd4 Bb4+ intending to follow up with ...d5, isn't so bad at all.] 6...0-0?! Nine moves have been played here at least a few times, [including 0-3 with 6...h6 (but not the highest ratings); 6...b5 is most played: White wanted that extra option for his bishop, now he has to commit! 7.Bb3! anyway still makes sense. (7.Bc2) ; 6...Ng6!? 7.d4 exd4 8.cxd4 and all three sensible retreats have held their own.] 7.d4 Bb6?!
[7...exd4 8.cxd4 Ba7 9.d5 and Black risks being pushed back badly.] 8.d5! Na5?! The liabilities are compounding -- first the e-pawn and now the knight. [8...Nb8 appeared in one game, which Black won; his chances right now are pretty bleak. 9.Nxe5 d6 10.Nc4 (10.Nf3!+-) 10...Ba7 11.Bc2 Ng6 (11...b5!?+/-) 12.Be3 Nd7 13.Bxa7 Rxa7 14.Nbd2 White is just up a pawn for nothing. But 0-1 (51) Gosio,D (2164) -Pelagatti,A (2082) playchess.com INT 2006] 9.Nbd2! More disruptive than just taking the e-pawn right away. 9...Ba7 10.b4 b5 11.Bc2 Nb7 [After 11...Nc4 12.Nxc4 bxc4 White gets to play a Knight's Tour taking pawns.] 12.Nxe5 Ng6 13.Nxg6 fxg6 Hoping for counterplay along the f-file to f2, but 14.e5
The Dream Center. 14...Qh4 15.Nf3 Qe7
16.d6! A little combination to fire up those bishops, while making laughingstocks out of Black's. 16...cxd6 17.Bg5 Qe8 18.exd6 Nd8 This loses material, but Black's position was quite gone anyway. 19.Bxd8 [19.Qd5+ Ne6 20.Qxa8 Rxf3 21.gxf3 Nxg5 22.Qxa7 is the computer wipe-out.] 19...Bb7 [19...Qxd8 20.Qd5+ Kh8 21.Qxa8] 20.Be7 Bxf3 21.gxf3 Rf4 22.Qd2 Rxf3 23.Qd5+ Rf7 24.Bb3 Now it'll be a whole rook. Black gets to play to mate, as is his right. 24...Rc8 25.Qb7 Rc4 26.Bxc4 bxc4 27.Qxa7 Material gains material. 27...Rf4 28.f3 g5 29.Rae1 h6 30.Re4 Rf5 31.Qxa6 Kh7 32.Qxc4 [32.Qb7 followed by a2-a4-5-6-7-a8=Q?] 32...h5 33.Qd3 Kh6 34.f4 gxf4 35.Rexf4 Qg6+ 36.Qg3 Rd5 37.Qxg6+ Kxg6 38.Rd4 Re5 39.a4 Re2 40.Rd3 h4 41.Rf4 Re1+ 42.Kf2 Rh1 43.Kg2 Ra1 44.Rdf3 Rxa4 45.Rg4+ Kh7 46.Rxh4+ Kg6 47.Rg4+ Kh7 48.Rh3+ Kg8 49.Rf4 Ra2+ 50.Kf3 g6 51.Rf8+ Kg7 52.Rhh8 Ra8 53.Bf6# Walder played a number of excellent moves to control cashing in his advantage. And Nursultan: hang on to those center pawns! 1-0
(3) Michael Xiao (swimgrass) (1475) - Arthur Liou (artliou) (2199) [B22]
1.e4 c5 2.c3 A good practical choice against the Sicilian for anyone who doesn't want to study much opening theory. 2...Nf6 3.e5 Nd5 4.d4 cxd4 5.cxd4 e6 6.Nf3 Nc6 7.Nc3 Nb6?! This retreat loses time. Preferable is [7...d6 or; 7...Nxc3 8.bxc3 d6] 8.Bg5! Qc7 [8...Be7 9.Bxe7 Qxe7 10.Ne4 Qb4+ 11.Qd2 is an excellent endgame for White] 9.Nb5 Qb8
10.Bf4?! This gives back a tempo. White would have a fine position after the natural developing move [10.Bd3] 10...Nd5 11.Bg3 Bb4+ 12.Nd2 a6 13.Nd6+ Bxd6 14.exd6 Nxd4 15.Ne4 Nf5 16.Rc1?! [White should get the kingside developed. 16.Bc4 Nb4 17.a3 Nc6 18.Qh5 would be good play for the pawn sacrificed] 16...b5 17.Qg4 Bb7 18.Nc5 Bc6 19.Bd3 Nf6 20.Qh3 Nxg3 21.Qxg3 0-0
Now Black is a clear pawn ahead with a solid position. 22.0-0 a5 23.a3 Qb6 24.Rfe1 Rac8 25.Re5 Bd5 26.Qe3?! [26.Rg5 g6 (26...Rxc5? 27.Rxg7+ Kh8 28.Rxc5 Qxc5 29.Qf4! would be enough to draw, e.g. 29...Ne4 30.Rxh7+ Kxh7 31.Qh4+ Kg7 32.Qg4+ Kf6 33.Qf4+) 27.b4 would support the knight and give some chances for kingside play] 26...Qxd6 now it's two clean pawns and a solid position. 27.Qd4 Qb8 This is alright but far from the kingside. Safer is [27...Qe7] 28.Rg5 e5! 29.Qe3 [taking the pawn loses directly 29.Rxe5 d6 30.Rg5 h6 31.Rg3 dxc5 32.Qxf6 Qxg3!] 29...d6?
[Oh no! One careless move can ruin it all. Taking time for defense with 29...g6 would let Black have time to calmly win with the extra pawns] 30.Na6? [White misses a golden opportunity - 30.Rxg7+! Kxg7 (30...Kh8 31.Qh6) 31.Qg5+ Kh8 32.Qxf6+ Kg8 33.Bxh7+ Kxh7 34.Rc3 is mate in 3 moves] 30...Rxc1+ 31.Qxc1 Qb7?
Once again not seeing the danger. [31...Qd8! 32.Bxb5 Ne4 33.Rg4 Qb6 would be back to complete control] 32.f4? This was the last chance, [32.Rxg7+! works again 32...Kxg7 33.Qg5+ Kh8 34.Qxf6+ Kg8 35.Qg5+ Kh8 36.Qh6 f5 37.Qxf8+] 32...Qxa6 Now its all over. 33.Qf1 Qb6+ 34.Kh1 Bc4 35.fxe5 dxe5 An extra piece and 2 pawns with a safe kingside. The rest needs no comments. 36.Bxc4 bxc4 37.Qxc4 Qxb2 38.h3 Qxa3 39.Qc6 Qa1+ 40.Kh2 e4 41.Qd6 a4 42.Qg3 Ne8 43.Qe3 Qf6 44.Rg3 Qc6 45.Qa3 f5 46.Qa2+ Kh8 47.Qa1 f4 48.Rg4 f3 49.Qa3 Qd6+ 50.Qxd6 Nxd6 51.Rg5 f2 0-1
SwissSys Standings. Feb-Mar 2021 Thursday Night Marathon: Open (Standings (no tiebrk))
3 Theo Biyiasas tabiyiasas 13989054 2175 W29 W17 H--- 2.0
4 NM Michael Walder FlightsOfFancy 10345120 2107 W23 W18 2.0
5 Arthur Liou artliou 12906142 2034 W31 W19 2.0
6 Alexander Huberts cccalboy 16419664 1794 W38 X12 2.0
7 Adam For Stafford aanval22 14257838 831 W28 W14 2.0
8 Austin Bourdier austin809 30032406 unr. W35 W13 2.0
9 Adam Mercado A-boy415 16571026 1831 H--- W33 1.5
10 David Flores playercreate1 14799653 1812 H--- W34 1.5
11 Rama Chitta draidus 17350313 1475 H--- W27 1.5
12 Brandon Xie swift_breeze 14961610 2130 W22 F6 1.0
13 Kristian Clemens kclemens 13901075 1997 W24 L8 1.0
14 Ako Heidari oka_ako 15206848 1980 W36 L7 1.0
15 Jonah Busch kondsaga 12469525 1934 W30 L1 1.0
16 Robert Smith III maturner 12463327 1853 W26 L2 1.0
17 Kagan Uz uzkuzk 16434922 1812 W37 L3 1.0
19 Roger V V Shi 1-h4-1-0 16191192 1776 W39 L5 1.0
20 Jeff C Andersen zenwabi 11296106 1643 L1 W36 1.0
21 Patrick Donnelly thedarkbishop 12716964 1635 L2 W38 1.0
22 Bryan Hood fiddleleaf 12839763 1574 L12 W39 1.0
23 Nursultan Uzakbaev rimus11 17137317 1513 L4 W37 1.0
24 Yali Dancig-Perlman noydan100 16280288 1442 L13 W40 1.0
25 Akshaj Pulijala Loltheawesomedude 16497860 1392 D27 D28 1.0
26 Kevin Sun kevin_mx_sun 16898540 1356 L16 W35 1.0
27 NM Thomas F Maser talenuf 10490936 1900 D25 L11 0.5
28 McCarty-Snead-Cal doctorbanner 14948275 1700 L7 D25 0.5
29 Jacob S Wang jacobchess857 17083655 1629 L3 D31 0.5
30 Marina Xiao programmingmax 16380642 1511 L15 D32 0.5
31 Michael Xiao swimgrass 16380636 1363 L5 D29 0.5
32 Katherine Sunn Lu 2Nf31-0 16425316 938 L18 D30 0.5
33 Danny Cao caodanny 16939797 895 H--- L9 0.5
34 Tyler Wong tdubchess 30135235 unr. H--- L10 0.5
35 Christopher Nelson ludimagisterjosephus 13742111 1700 L8 L26 0.0
36 Nicholas Reed NXBex 16154827 1416 L14 L20 0.0
37 Kevin M Chui Kchui999 16998580 1290 L17 L23 0.0
38 Charvi Atreya Charvii 16816706 944 L6 L21 0.0
39 Jake Chi Hang Li TanFlatPupet 17144246 866 L19 L22 0.0
40 Judit Sztaray juditsztaray 14708926 827 U--- L24 0.0
Chess in Art 1100-1900: Peter Herel Raabenstein
I was given the privilege of obtaining a copy of the newly released book Chess in Art 1100-1900 by Peter Herel Raabenstein, and I'll say that it is a must have for any chess collection. Many of us have often searched for chess depicted in paintings and other works of art, and this book compiles them all in one spot, chronicled by year, dating back to 1100. It's a coffee table book, but one that is difficult to put down. The reader sees chess depicted in so many ways by so many artists, through the centuries, capturing different themes and emotions, as well as social, political and religious change. More importantly, you see the great game of chess impact society for 800 years. The book is pricey, but the collection within the pages provides great value. If you would like to order a copy, please click HERE.
GM Nick de Firmian/FM Paul Whitehead Arena: Tuesdays 5pm-6pm, 3/9: https://www.chess.com/live#r=984662
3/9 Tuesday - March 2021 Tuesday Night Marathon
Join us Wednesday, March 17th at 7PM Pacific Time to hear a brief presentation about the upcoming 2021 San Francisco Scholastic Online Championship, a free event for any K-12 player. Have an opportunity to ask any questions regarding the event, sections, platforms and fair play.
You'll also have an opportunity to share any feedback about online scholastic chess, online rated chess, and engage in a community discussion about what our scholastic players need, and how to move forward towards a common goal.
Join Mechanics' Institute Chessroom Director Abel Talamantez, who has been leading Mechanics' Institute's chess programs, and Dr. Judit Sztaray, member of the USCF Scholastic Council and part of the USCF Online Play Task Force which developed the USCF Chapter 10 rules for Online chess. We have been organizing online rated events on the state and national level for almost a year and we would love to share our experience in answering any questions.
We hope that this townhall and the 2021 San Francisco Scholastic Championship will serve as an opportunity to celebrate the power of chess in bringing communities together. More information with a tentative agenda: https://www.milibrary.org/chess-tournaments/scholastic-chess-town-hall
2021 San Francisco Scholastic Championship Online
March 20 - Saturday - All day event
Continuing the tradition and a Mechanics' Institute annual event: the San Francisco Scholastic Championship will be hosted virtually again this spring for scholastic players from the Bay Area and beyond. Join us online for this FREE Event, where players can choose to play in a non-USCF rated section based on their grades, or compete in the Championship sections based on their rating and have their games USCF online rated.
Virtual Chess Classes - Spring Session
Two weeks: Mar 29 - Apr 2 and Apr 5-9
Saturday, Mar 6: 5SS G/5+2: https://www.chesskid.com/play/fastchess#t=382267
Monday, Mar 8: 4SS G/10+5: https://www.chesskid.com/play/fastchess#t=383033
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2) USCF Online Rated tournaments - Event registration and USCF membership is needed!
3/7 - Sunday 3PM: 6SS G/10+2
3) NEW: Monthly Scholastic Blitz Online Championships - run on Chess.com & LIVE BROADCAST via Twitch.tv/mechanichchess
4/1 - Friday 6:30PM PT: 8SS G/5+2
(4) SafeRelaxedKite (1367) - CuteDynamicGargoyle (1697) [D40]
1.d4 d5 2.c4 e6 3.cxd5 exd5 4.e3 This locks in the dark squared bishop and is a little passive. Developing one of the knights would be preferable. 4...Nf6 5.Nc3 c5 6.Nf3 a6 7.dxc5 Nc6 8.Bd3 [8.Be2] 8...Bxc5 9.0-0 0-0 10.Bc2 Bg4 we have transposed to a Semi-Tarrasch defense. Black has active pieces for the isolated pawn (which is ready to be pushed soon). White's bishop would stand better on e2 here. 11.h3 Bh5 12.Bb3 d4 13.exd4 Nxd4
14.Be3?! [14.g4 Nxg4 15.Nxd4 Qh4 16.hxg4 Bd6 (16...Bxg4 17.Qd3) 17.f4 Qg3+ 18.Kh1 Qh3+ 19.Kg1 Qg3+ would be a draw] 14...Nxf3+ 15.gxf3 Bb4?! [Black should keep the queens on with White's damaged kingside pawn structure. 15...Qe7 would be a clear advantage] 16.Qxd8 Raxd8 17.Kg2 Bxc3 18.bxc3 Nd5 19.Bd4? [19.Rad1! Nxc3?! 20.Rxd8 Rxd8 21.Rc1 Nb5 22.a4 Nd6 23.Rd1 is active play for the pawn] 19...Nf4+! 20.Kg3 Ne2+ 21.Kh4 Bxf3 The white king is brave but in an unhealthy spot up the board. 22.Bd1
22...Rd5 [22...g5+! 23.Kxg5 Rd5+ is a mating attack. e.g. 24.Kf6 Re8 25.Rg1+ Nxg1 26.Bxf3 Re6#] 23.Bxe2 Bxe2 24.Rg1 Rh5+ 25.Kg3 Black has an extra pawn and this is a winning position with perfect technique, but that is still a lot of work. 25...f5 26.Kf4 g6 27.Rab1 b5 28.a4! trying to get open lines and counterplay. 28...Kf7 29.Kg3 [29.axb5] 29...h6?! [29...Rg5+ 30.Kf4 Rxg1 31.Rxg1 bxa4] 30.axb5 axb5 31.Rh1 Bc4?! 32.h4! Be6 33.f4 now the Black rook is stuck on h5 and the position should be a draw 33...Bc4 34.Ra1 Re8 35.Ra7+ Re7 36.Rxe7+ Kxe7 37.Re1+ Kd6 38.Rh1 g5
39.Rh2! nice defense.This should be an easy draw now. 39...gxf4+ 40.Kxf4 Bd5 41.Be5+ Ke6 42.Rh3 Be4 43.Rh2 Kd5 44.Rh3 Kc4 45.Rh2 Bd3 46.Bd4? after great play White commits an error that allow the black b-pawn to advance, Most any other move such as [46.Bf6 is a dead draw] 46...b4! 47.Be3 bxc3 48.Bc1 Kb3 49.Kg3 f4+ freeing the black rook at the cost of a pawn. [49...c2 would also be reasonable] 50.Kxf4? [50.Bxf4 works better] 50...Rf5+ 51.Kg4 Rf6 [51...h5+!] 52.Kh5 Be2+?? It's almost mate, but unfortunately the bishop is en pris here. [52...c2!] 53.Rxe2 Rf1 54.Bxh6 now White should be winning 54...Rf5+ 55.Bg5 c2 56.Kg6?? [56.Re1 wins] 56...Rxg5+ 57.hxg5 c1Q 58.Re6 Kb4 59.Rf6 Kc5 60.Rf5+ Kd6 61.Rf6+ Ke7 62.Kg7? Qxg5+ 63.Rg6 queen vs rook is a theoretical win but can be tricky sometimes 63...Qe5+ 64.Kh7 Kf7 65.Kh6 Qf5 66.Rg7+ Kf6?
67.Rg8? [67.Rf7+! Kxf7 is stalemate] 67...Qh3# CuteDynamicGargoyle won by checkmate 0-1
Finishing Tactics from the World Championship Matches 4: Steinitz – Chigoran 1892
The return match between these two titans was held again in Havana, and although Steinitz emerged triumphant +10 -8 =5 Chigoran missed a chance to tie it up 9-9 by blundering horribly in the 23rd game:
Chigoran – Steinitz, 23rd Match Game 1892.
1.Bb4?? has gone down in history as one of the worst blunders in a World Championship Match. Poor Chigoran resigned after 1…Rxh2+! (oops!) and mate next move. Instead, 1.Rxb7! would have kept a winning advantage.
Indeed, the match was a slugfest, and both players landed some heavy blows. Steinitz seemed out of form and dodged a bullet: but isn't that what champions do?
1. Chigoran – Steinitz, 1st Match Game 1892.
White moves. A nice series of moves, and black is doomed.
2. Steinitz – Chigoran, 4th Match Game 1892.
White moves. Recapture on d4 or…?
3. Steinitz – Chigoran, 10th Match Game 1892.
Black moves. No clues for this one!
4. Chigoran – Steinitz, 15th Match Game 1892.
White moves. Find the cleanest win.
White moves. A few precise moves, and it's all over.
White moves. Again, find the cleanest win.
Have you gotten your Covid-19 vaccine yet? Probably not unless you are over the age of 65, but the good news is that it will be coming before too long, and you and the rest of the world will be able to restart life again as it used to be - or something like it.
The defining start of the coronavirus pandemic for the chess world was the interruption of the Candidates Tournament last March. The eight challengers to the throne bravely traveled to Ekaterinburg, Russia at the start of the outbreak and played seven games - the first half of the double round robin. Of course we know the players were sent home at the end of March. Now after a year's delay, the Candidates Tournament is set to resume in Ekaterinburg, Russia on April 18th. The eight participants will return to the scene of last year's battle with the score from a year ago, with Ian Nepomniachtchi and Maxim Vachier-Lagrave (MVL) in the lead at 4.5/7.
America's Fabiano Caruana is a point behind the leaders and will face MVL in the first game of the second half. He needs a restart with fresh energy to catch up to the leaders and become the challenger again. Judging from his form of the last months he is back to his old self. We give Fabiano's last encounter with MVL from January, a truly brilliant effort.
Another of the participants who has reverted to his good form is Anish Giri, who tied for first earlier this year in the super tournament at Wijk aan Zee. As a reminder of where we came from this last year I include his epic battle from last year against the other Candidates leader, Nepomniachtchi, The players now get a restart in this second half. The results may be different this time around.
(1) Fabiano Caruana (2823) - Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (2784) [B97]
Tata Steel Masters Wijk aan Zee NED (7), 23.01.2021
1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 cxd4 4.Nxd4 Nf6 5.Nc3 a6 MVL is devoted to the Najdorf. This was much more common among top players 20 years ago (and of course the great Bobby Fischer would play almost nothing else in responce to 1.e4). Nowadays fewer players will brave the sharpest Sicilians as their opponents can prepare extreme complications with computer analyses. I applaud MVL for his courage, but he will be a target for the highly prepared opponent. 6.Bg5 Fabiano chooses the very sharpest line in response. No doubt he was prepared to the hilt. 6...e6 7.f4 Qb6 Just like Fischer, MVL doesn't back down and plays the uber-aggressive Poisoned Pawn variation. 8.Qd2 Qxb2 9.Rb1 Qa3 10.Be2 Nc6 11.Nxc6 bxc6 12.e5 Nd5 13.Nxd5 exd5?
[13...cxd5 14.0-0 h6 would be more normal and a roughly balanced game.] 14.e6! A terrific and unexpected shot! Fabi tosses a second pawn to keep Black's position bottled up. 14...f6 [14...fxe6 15.f5 exf5 16.Bh5+ g6 17.Qd4 Rg8 18.Qf6 is a winning attack, e.g. 18...gxh5 19.Qd8+ Kf7 20.Rb7+! Bxb7 21.Qf6+ Ke8 22.Qe6+ Be7 23.Qxe7#] 15.Bh5+ Kd8 [15...g6 16.Bxf6] 16.Bh4 d4 [16...Bxe6 17.0-0 is too large a lead in development for Black to survive. e.g. 17...d4 18.Rfe1 Bd7 19.Bf2 c5 20.Qe2 Rc8 21.Be8 Qa4 22.Bxd7 Qxd7 23.Qxa6 Be7 24.Rb7 etc.] 17.Bf2 Qc3 18.f5!
The protected passed pawn on e6 is a real thorn in the side even in the endgame. Black's extra pawn doesn't compensate for White's extra mobility. 18...Qxd2+ 19.Kxd2 c5 20.Bf3 Ra7 21.g4 g6 22.Bh4 Be7 23.Rb6 h5 24.h3! maintaining the white pawn chain is key. Black cannot make use of the pin on the h-file - 24...Ke8 [24...hxg4 25.hxg4 g5 26.Bg3 Rxh1 27.Bxh1 wins the black pawn on d6] 25.Bg3 Rc7
26.Kd3! Not rushing to capture on d6. Black is tied up so Caruana first brings his king into the battle. This subtle touch reminds one of Capablanca. 26...hxg4 27.hxg4 Rxh1 28.Bxh1 gxf5 29.gxf5 Bf8 30.Kc4 Rh7 31.Be4 Be7 32.Bxd6 Now White cashes in and the win is easy with the help of the active king on c4. 32...Bxd6 33.Rxd6 Bb7 34.Bxb7 Rxb7 35.Rxa6 Rb2 36.Kxc5 Rxc2+ 37.Kxd4
Black resigned. Two pawns ahead with the super pawn on e6 make the win trivial. A great game from Caruana. If he can play like this for the second half of the tournament he will win. 1-0
(2) Anish Giri (2763) - Ian Nepomniachtchi (2774) [A33]
World Championship Candidates Yekaterinburg RUS (1.3), 17.03.2020
One of the key battles from the first half of the tournament last March. 1.Nf3 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.Nc3 Nc6 4.d4 cxd4 5.Nxd4 e6 6.g3 Qb6 7.Ndb5 Ne5 8.Bf4 Nfg4 9.e3 a6 10.h3
This very sharp opening is known theory. Though it is hard for normal chess players to navigate these complications it is normal for the elite players of this tournament. 10...axb5 11.hxg4 Nxc4 12.Rc1 d5 13.b3 Bb4! 14.bxc4 Ra3 15.Be5 f6 16.Bd4 Qa5 Black is getting his piece back. 17.Be2 Bxc3+ 18.Rxc3 Rxc3 19.Kf1! b4! the initiative is worth more than the exchange here 20.g5 e5 21.Bxc3 bxc3 22.gxf6 gxf6 23.Qb1?! [Both players have played extremely well through the complications, but Giri makes a slight error, Just 23.cxd5 keeps it fully balanced] 23...Qc7 24.Qd3 b5! 25.Qxc3 bxc4 26.e4 dxe4 27.Rh4 Be6 28.Rxe4 0-0 29.Bxc4 Kg7 30.Qb3?! [30.Qb4 Rb8 31.Bb5 Bxa2 32.Qd2 Be6 33.Bd3 is a pawn more for Black but White should be able to hold the draw here.] 30...Rb8
31.Bxe6 The queen sacrfice is the best chance [31.Qa4 Bd7 32.Qd1 Bf5 wins the exchange] 31...Rxb3 32.Rg4+ Kf8 33.Bxb3 The position has clarified to a hard ending. It looks like White should hold, but Nepo keeps up the pressure. 33...Qc1+ 34.Kg2 Qc6+ 35.Kg1 h5 36.Rg8+ Ke7 37.Rg7+ Kd6 38.Rh7 Qf3 39.Rh8 e4 40.Rd8+ Ke7 41.Bd1 Qc3 42.Rd5
42...h4! 43.gxh4 f5! Wonderfully energetiv play from Nepo causes White great trouble. Now the black pawns become a dangerous force. Giri makes a practical decision to try for a fortress by giving up the bishop. 44.Rxf5! Qe1+ 45.Kg2 Qxd1 46.Rg5 [46.Re5+?! Kf6 47.Rxe4 Qd5 48.f3] 46...Qa1 47.Rg4 Qb1 48.Rg3 Qxa2 49.Rh3 Qd5 50.Kf1 Qd1+ 51.Kg2 Qg4+ 52.Rg3 Qh5! [52...Qxh4 53.Kf1! allows the white king to get to the other side of the f-pawn. With the white king on e1 or e2 the white rook can just shufffle between g3 and e3 to hold the draw] 53.Ra3 Qd5 54.Kg1 Kf6 55.Rg3 Qd1+ 56.Kg2 Kf5 57.Rg5+ Kf4 58.Rg3 Qd5 59.Kf1 Qd2 60.Kg2 Qd1 61.Re3 Kf5 62.Rg3 Kf6 63.Rh3 Kg6 64.Rg3+ Kh5 patient and careful play by Nepo gathers up the h-pawn 65.Rh3 Qb1 66.Re3 Kxh4 67.Rg3 Kh5 68.Rh3+ Kg4 69.Rg3+ Kf4 70.Re3 Qd1 71.Ra3 Ke5 72.Rg3 Kd4 73.Re3 Qd3!
Giri resigns. He cannot take on d3 as the black pawn would queen. Black threatens a winning king ending with 74....Qxe3 and if 74. Rg3 Kc3 followed by bringing the black king to e2. A great battle and tremendous effort by Neponiachtchi. This year we will see if Giri can get his revenge. 0-1
1.Nxf7! was a wonderful combination to start off the match. After 1…Kxf7 2.e6+! Kxe6 3.Ne5! was the brilliant follow up. Black's king is caught in the center. Steinitz did not survive the challenger's surgical finish: 3…Qc8 4.Re1 Kf6 5.Qh5 g6 6.Bxe7+ Kxe7 7.Nxg6+ Kf6 8.Nxh8 Bxd4 9.Rb3! Qd7 10.Rf3 Rxh8 11.g4 Rg8 12.Qh6+ Rg6 13.Rxf5+ 1-0.
1.Rxh7+! was the spectacular finish to this famous game. Chigoran's king did not survive the walk of shame: 1…Kxh7 2.Qh1+ Kg7 3.Bh6+ Kf6 4.Qh4+ Ke5 5.Qxd4+ 1-0.
Steinitz has just blithely put down 1.g5?? but had to lose his queen after 1…Ne7! 0-1
4. Chigoran - Steinitz, 15th Match Game 1892.
1.Qxd5! is certainly cleaner than 1.Ng6+ Rxg6, and black survives a move or two. 1-0.
1.Bxg7+! destroyed the defenses. After 1…Kxg7 2.Qe7+! black lost his queen and soon the game: 2…Kg6 (Black would meet the same fate after 2…Kg8 3.Ne6+) 3.Ne6+ Qxg3+ 4.hxg3 R8f7 5.Qe8 b3 6.axb3 axb3 7.g4 Re5 8.Qg8+ 1-0. If 8…Kf6 then 9.g5+ Ke7 10.Qd8#.
1.Qxg7+! was the elegant finish. 1-0. If 1…Rxg7 then 2.e7+ wins shortly.


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Q: JQGrid Time reservation...selecting multiple columns I want to develop a reservation application where we display columns representing time with intervals of 1hr. Is it possible to drag and select multiple coloumns (8:00 - 11:00) to make a reservation.And also only certain coloumns which already do not have a reservation should be editable.
Is this functionality possible with JQGrid? If not do you have any other recommendations?
Any help is appreciated

A: Even if this functionality is technically possible, I am not sure that jqGrid is the appropriate control.
It seems that FullCalendar would be a better choice for a time reservation system, although you will have to write your own code to prevent overlapping events. There are live examples and API documentation on their site to let you evaluate the capabilities of the calendar.

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Kristin Davis' Net Worth: How Much Is The Famous Actress Worth?
Sex and the City fans can rejoice because the long-awaited revival is finally happening, with the upcoming HBO Max series And Just Like That. Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, and Kristin Davis will all reunite, but Kim Cattrall will not be a part of the cast. Aside from the joy of getting back together with old friends and colleagues, everyone on board will be earning a paycheck, obviously. At this point, it's unclear how much the show's stars will net for reprising their roles, it's bound to be a substantial amount, not that any of the leading ladies are hurting for money.
Yes, Sex and the City was lightning in a bottle and very few projects could ever hold a candle to the show's commercial and critical success, but Davis has certainly kept herself busy after the series wrapped in 2004. In addition to starring in the Sex and the City film and its sequel, Davis starred in other movies, including The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl 3-D, The Shaggy Dog, Deck the Halls, and Couples Retreat. Aside from continuing her career as a TV and film actress, Davis expanded her horizons, and earned even more money, with some other endeavors throughout the years.
Kristin Davis branched out from acting
In 2012, Kristin Davis switched things up, making her Broadway debut with a role in a production of The Best Man. In 2014, Davis took her talents across the pond, making her West End debut in the stage production of Fatal Attraction. In addition to acting in live productions, Davis added "producer" to her resumé, racking up four producing credits since 2012.
In addition to acting and producing, Davis has been a spokesperson for a few different beauty brands, starring in commercials for Maybelline and VOLAIRE Hair Care. She even got into reality TV in 2020, when she hosted the short-lived series Labor of Love, which centered on a woman looking for the perfect dad for her future children, according to People. With decades of experience throughout various sectors of the entertainment industry, Davis' net worth is estimated at $35 million, per Celebrity Net Worth, which is a number that even Charlotte York would be impressed by.
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Q: how to catch exception for invalid data entry? I want to catch the exceptions when the end user types invalid format or left the field without entering any data.I used string type for first Name and Last Name.Here is the problem since the string type accepts both string type data and numeric data catch block is not able to catch the exceptions for invalid data entry.Also since string type default value is null, not able to catch the exception when field is left empty.
For example, I want to catch the exception when user types 123 in the fname field or left the field without entering data.
     static void Main(string[] args)
    {
        string fName = null;
        string lName = null;

        try
        {

            Console.Write("Enter your first Name  ");
            fName = Console.ReadLine();

            Console.Write("Enter your Last Name  ");
            lName = Console.ReadLine();
        }
        catch (Exception e)
        {
            Console.WriteLine(e.Message);
            Console.WriteLine("Please enter correct format");
        }

     }

A: You don't really need a try-catch block. Since you have captured the fields in your local variables then you can perform the validation on them.
if (String.IsNullOrEmpty(fName)) {
  // handle empty string input
}

if (ContainsNumbers(fName)) {
  // handle invalid input
}

private bool ContainsNumbers(string str) {
  ...
}

A: "123" is as much a valid string as is "abc". What you want to to is check if what the user entered only contains word characters. You would do that like so:
Regex regex = new Regex("(\w+)");
fname = Console.ReadLine();
if (!regex.Match(fname).Success)
{
    // throw exception here, as the entered value did not contain word characters.
}

A: You need to validate the entries manually and then throw an exception.
BUT... you really should not use Exceptions for data validation, an Exception is used when something NOT expected has occurred.... like network errors, db errors, etc...
For data validations a simple IF statement is enough.
Hope it helps.


Ben And Jerry's is launching a line of Saturday Night Live-themed flavors. So far, information is appropriately sketchy about what "sketch-inspired" batches will be available. But based on a picture tweeted by the ice cream company, we're going to go ahead and assume that the two flavors pictured involve some sort of chocolate, some sort of brownie or cookie, and maybe some caramel. Thus, one of the flavors is clearly and/or hopefully inspired by "The Dark Side With Nat X," while the other must be an homage to "Ice Cream," an out-there video sketch starring Kyle Mooney that only aired last year. Or, maybe not.
The SNL flavors should be available later this year at Ben And Jerry's scoop shops, though it's unclear whether they'll be deemed ready for the primetime of regular grocery stores.


You know good things are happening in those rooms, but is that a volunteer? Or an entertainer? Or a music therapist?
The truth is, if you're just walking by a music therapy session or observing from the outside, it can be difficult to tell the difference between "music therapy" and simply having someone play music for an individual or group. Any kind of music activity can certainly be therapeutic in the sense that it can make people feel good, and there are definitely times when hiring a real entertainer is a much better choice than hiring a music therapist.
Music therapists do things differently, though, and that can have a huge impact on how much and in what ways we can help clients. This difference lies in how, as a music therapist, I am thinking about and structuring the music, based on what I know about the client and what is happening within the session.
When music therapists do music, we start by considering the clients' goals and what they need to move towards better health. We plan and facilitate music experiences from there. Even then, we're always evaluating and adapting what we do as we engage in music with our clients. This is true even when it seems we're just singing a song to someone.
I came up with a list of ten different ways that I do live music differently as a music therapist, but then I realized that one blog post was too long to be readable. So, over the next several posts in this series, I will discuss some of the many ways music therapists do live music differently, with plenty of stories and illustrations to go along with them. I'll post links to each new post below when it goes live.
As you dig through each of these posts, keep in mind that music therapy looks very different from session to session and person to person. In fact, some music therapy interventions may look more like therapy to you than others (e.g. when someone is holding out a paddle drum in a particular way to encourage an increase in range of motion). In this series, however, I am going to focus on those sessions when it may look like we're just singing songs.
It turns out that a lot more is going on than appears on the surface.
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Great topic, Rachelle! I can't wait to read your top 10 ways music therapists do their work differently!
Thank you, Rachelle. This is so eloquently stated.
You can't see me, but I am bowing to you! Great post and many thanks! Can I share?


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Katarina norra skola är en kommunal grundskola belägen vid Tjärhovsgatan 15-17 på Södermalm i Stockholm.

Historik
Skolan uppfördes 1895 efter arkitekten A W Bergströms ritningar och invigdes samma år som Katarina norra folkskola. Den imponerande byggnaden i fyra våningar karakteriseras av sin arkitektur med fasader i rött murtegel och en hög sockel av huggen natursten. För dagsljus i skolsalarna sörjer höga fönster som även belyser de långa korridorerna. Bergström stod också för den arkitektoniska utformningen av Katarina södra skola som dock utmärks av putsade fasader.

Verksamhet
Katarina norra har omkring 700 elever, och är en så kallad F-9 skola med undervisning från förskola till årskurs 9. Personalstyrka är cirka 90 personer. Skolan bruka kallas "Knorra" av eleverna och lärarna.

Referenser

Noter

Övriga källor
 Skolans officiella webbplats.

Externa länkar

Grundskolor i Stockholm
Södermalm
Utbildningsinstitutioner bildade 1895
Byggnader på Södermalm

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Home Business & Economy Awka: Customers protest epileptic power supply, excessive tariff
Awka: Customers protest epileptic power supply, excessive tariff
By Pamela Eboh, Awka
The EEDC office in Awka, Anambra State capital was recently besieged by hundreds of customers protesting the incessant epileptic power supply and the excessive tariff they pay on monthly basis.
The protesters who comprised mainly of those that ply their business along the popular Zik's Avenue, Awka complained that their businesses are collapsing because of poor power supply.
Speaking to Journalists on behalf of the protesters, the Vice-Chairman of the traders who operate under, Zik's Avenue Business Owners Association, Nze Ik Okafor said that the EEDC in addition to poor power supply, the company officials issued them excessive tariffs through estimated bills, fixed charges adding that there was a period some parts of the area did not have electricity for about seven moths, yet those operating businesses in the affected areas were issued with bills to pay.
He stressed that they decided to vent their anger through public protest because some officials of the company came to disconnect the electric facilities in their area, and, threatened that they would not allow them to do so.
Okafor however called on the management of the company to come and restore electricity in their area and provide them with Pre-paid Metres so that they would be paying only for the electricity they consumed.
In a chat with Champion, one of the protesters, who gave his name as Mr. Chuka Chidebelu said that he was without light for a period of seven months, from November last year but the company later told him to pay N5,000 fixed charge otherwise they would disconnect the electricity facility in his area.
He pointed out that he petitioned to the management against the charge but that they still insisted on his paying the amount otherwise they would disconnect him from their services.
Also another aggrieved EEDC customers executive, Mr. Bonvera Ndubuisi expressed disappointment over the manner the entire staff of the company ignored their protest and threatened that they would resist any attempt by the company's workers to disconnect electricity facilities in their area.
Efforts made to get reactions of the officials of the EEDC on the development proved abortive as those approached declined making any comment saying that they were not allowed to talk to the press except the Public Relations Manager whom they said has his office at Onitsha, the state's commercial nerve centre.
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I've been swamped with projects, work, and vacation the past week or so. Last week we launched Blogroots, and I spent 5 days in New Orleans (got to see Pableaux and Arianna which was great), last night I went to the Mozilla party, and in between I've been doing Creative Commons work. I've got lots and lots of pictures to show for it, which I should be posting soon.


College interviews are easy if you are prepared.
I will equip you with the top 5 topics to discuss, answers to the questions the interviewers tend to ask, and how to present yourself as a perfect addition to their school. After working one-on-one with me, you will: 1) know what to say when a question "stumps" you 2) be prepared so that you will not be intimidated 3) portray a true image of yourself.
One hour of mock interviews with me in person, via phone, or video conference (Skype).


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Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1751-1097.2007.00244.x
Title: Influence of photosensitizer solvent on the mechanisms of photoactivated killing of Enterococcus faecalis
Authors: George, S.
Kishen, A.
Issue Date: May-2008
Citation: George, S., Kishen, A. (2008-05). Influence of photosensitizer solvent on the mechanisms of photoactivated killing of Enterococcus faecalis. Photochemistry and Photobiology 84 (3) : 734-740. ScholarBank@NUS Repository. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1751-1097.2007.00244.x
Abstract: This study evaluated the mechanisms involved and the influence of photosensitizer solvent in the killing of Enterococcus faecalis using photodynamic therapy (PDT). Enterococcus faecalis cells incubated with 100 μm methylene blue dissolved in water and in MIX (a mixture of glycerol:ethanol: water) were irradiated with 664 nm diode laser (63.69 J cm-2). The effect of PDT on the viability of bacteria, and the functional integrity of cell wall, chromosomal DNA and membrane proteins were analyzed. The bactericidal action of PDT was significantly higher when a MIX-based photosensitizer solvent was used (P < 0.001). Fluorimetric and fluorescence microscopy-based analysis showed the functional impairment of E. faecalis cell wall which was significantly higher when a MIX-based photosensitizer solvent was used (P < 0.001). PDT with MIX-based photosensitizer solvent showed extensive damage to chromosomal DNA. However, both PDT conditions showed similar trend in the degradation of membrane proteins, although cross-linked proteins were evident only in PDT conducted with MIX-based photosensitizer solvent. The findings from our study showed that PDT destroyed the functional integrity of cell wall, DNA and membrane proteins of E. faecalis. The degrees of damage on these targets were influenced by the photosensitizer solvent used during PDT. © 2008 The Authors.
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This weekend I am escaping from the rain and freezing temperatures of London, to take advantage of an incredible opportunity in Cambodia.
I am going to be spending two weeks helping a young team of graphic designers, video editors and researchers explore how they could use infographics to explain things to their TV and online audiences.
A few months ago I received an email from the BBC Media Action team in London asking lots of questions about how we produce infographics in the BBC News Visual Journalism team, and if I would be interested in helping the Loy9 project in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. I immediately jumped at the chance. I spent a month in Cambodia when I was backpacking in 2008. I loved the country and the people I met there. This was an amazing opportunity to combine my passion for travel and infographics with the aim of helping others.
Produce creative programmes in multi-media formats which inform and engage audiences around key development issues.
In Cambodia, BBC Media Action have launched a new exciting civic education initiative with multiple media outputs. The aim of Loy 9 ( the Multimedia Initiative for Youth Civic Education) is to reach a large proportion of Cambodian's rural and urban youth through mass media, providing civic education in a format that is engaging and entertaining.
To engage young people (15–24) in governance issues (civic engagement) and identify solutions to their problems using the mass media.
Strengthen young people's understanding of democratic culture and encourage their participation in decision making processes.
Raise awareness, through the media, of young people's decision making capability.
Use mass media to give a voice to young people.
Leading the main thrust of Loy 9 is a 45 minute television magazine show. Aimed at a youth audience, it's carried by a major broadcaster in a prime time slot. Through a variety of entertaining segments the show provides its Cambodian audience with information about civic life and opportunities for participation.
The show is presented by youth presenters and recorded in a studio in Phnom Penh. Regular segments include quizzes, competitions, debates and discussions, music and other entertainment.
The design of the set, the pace, the style and the general 'feel' of the show is informed by careful user-testing and creates a sense of an entertaining place where it is safe to learn and participate. There is cross promotion between TV, radio, web, and print – thus encouraging audiences to use all of the components that are available to them.
Within the show there is a drama series focused on a group of young people solving problems and finding ways to make their voices heard. The drama is a serial rather than a series, so each 10-15 minute episode makes sense even if the viewer has seen none of the previous episodes. But there is a story running through all the episodes and a climax at the end of each series of the magazine show. This will mean all the episodes can be repackaged to air on their own either on TV or as part of outreach activities such as mobile screenings, or potentially used in citizenship classes.
They are now working towards Series 2 – to start broadcasting November 2012. Much of this will be shot in advance on locations around the country. There will be a considerable amount of audience participation and user-generated content.
In April this year to mark the end of the first series of Loy 9, almost 1000 young people performed in perfect unison a line-dance called 'The Madison'… and set a new Guinness World Record in the process.
Cambodia is still recovering from many years of civil war and the brutal rule of the Khmer Rouge, under which an estimated 1.7 million people died. Many Cambodians who remember those days still believe that the safest policy is silence.
Despite the fact that two in three people are under 30-years-old – the number of young people who vote in Cambodia is significantly lower than the average voter turnout.
BBC Media Action research exposed a lack of awareness among young people. Many are often not sure what democracy is or even what its main institutions do.
Loy9 aims to rectify this lack of knowledge ahead of local government elections in 2012 and National Assembly elections in 2013. It also aims to inspire people of all ages to believe that young people have a place in decision-making about where they live.
The initiative, funded by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), will be on air for 18 months.
The team in Cambodia have identified a need to mentor local staff to produce and develop infographics that can explain some key points to the TV and online audiences (and potentially even be produced in print later too). Any graphics we produce – would need to be understandable to an audience with low levels of education and literacy.
I will be working with a young group of talented graphic designers, video editors and a squad of skilled researchers to help find out what works.
how the country is divided into provinces and districts and communes.
the different jobs in the Commune Council (very-local government).
the structure of the Parliament.
Conduct a Graphics Needs Analysis for Loy9 and produce a short, written mentoring plan.
Present a session to the full production team on what infographics is and how it can be effectively used in Loy9 to inform our audience.
Leave behind useful notes and resources which will allow the Loy 9 team to continue their learning in the field of infographics, and contact details for possible support via email.
Well I suppose I am about to find out, I can't wait to get started!


As new parents, we knew something was wrong. We could not put a name on it, but our son did not seem to be developing like other children. His motor skills lagged behind. Simply changing the type of sippy cup he used caused a day long meltdown. At night, he would cry inconsolably if he could not sleep with us. We had to give up on the standard advice of just letting him "cry it out" because he could cry it out for three and a half extremely loud hours. In the end, it was his lack of language skills that prompted us to talk to our physician. After a series of evaluations at a nearby children's hospital, we received difficult news. Our son was diagnosed with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder called Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD). My wife and I were shell shocked, and it took several months for us to adjust to the situation. If you find yourself in a similar circumstance as a PDD parent, you can avoid some of the trouble we experienced by keeping the following four tips in mind.
If your child has been diagnosed with PDD by a physician you trust, then the best thing you can do is accept the situation. This sounds easy, but the truth is that it can be very hard. As a parent, your first reaction to learning your child has an Autistic Spectrum Disorder will likely be a mixture of confusion, worry, anger, and even guilt. It is natural to lament the hardships this diagnosis will mean for your child, but it is imperative that you adjust quickly to the reality you now face. Your job after the diagnosis is to get your child the best care that you can provide and to take advantage of every opportunity you can find to treat him. This is challenging, and to do it well, you need to be at the top of your game mentally and physically. Telling yourself that nothing is wrong, or that it's a phase, or that the doctor's are mistaken will not help your child, and it leaves you in limbo. Once you accept the situation, life will get a little easier.
Now that you have a name for what afflicts your child, and you are in a position to educate yourself as how best to deal with it. Your doctor may have already given you information on PDD. When our son was diagnosed, we left the developmental psychologist's office with what seemed like a ream of printouts. Once you have read through any materials your physician has provided, the next step is probably to explore materials available online. There are many good websites that deal with PDD, but there are also some lousy ones. Use discernment and scrutinize the information you find online. Also, don't forget to use the library. With the increasing number of Autistic Spectrum Disorders being diagnosed in recent years, many good books by experts in the field are being published.
One word of caution: While it is good to gain theoretical knowledge about PDD, the main objective of your research probably needs to be finding practical ways to help your child. Having a great theoretical background is certainly worthwhile, so feel free to take it as it comes, but never let the focus shift from helping your child. Look for activities, communication strategies, and ways to engage your child. One good tip that leads to your child saying a two word sentence outweighs all the theory in the world.
After our son was diagnosed, we quickly learned that many programs exist to help children with PDD. In our area, a program called Help Me Grow did wonders for us. They arranged for evaluations, provide access to early intervention services, and helped us make arrangements for special needs preschool. We also came to appreciate the results that can come from Speech and Occupational Therapy. After just six months, our son's vocabulary has exploded, and he is doing much better with his sensory sensitivity issues. If you think you would feel awkward using these sorts of programs or taking advantage of available funds when you are in a decent financial situation, you should reconsider. These programs are not there to help you; they exist to help your child. He is entitled to them. If you ignore them, you are cheating him.
Being a PDD parent is challenging. In the midst of driving to therapy, researching new treatments, and dealing with your child's more autistic moments, do not forget to take care of yourself as well. Find time each day to relax. Do not give up your hobbies. Be sure to make time to spend with your spouse. This is important for two reasons. First, you are more than just a parent, you are person who's health is valuable in its own right. Second, if you take care of yourself, you will be better able to take care of your child. If you neglect yourself, you run the risk of growing stressed and resentful. You may think you can hide these things from your child, but you cannot. He will sense that something is wrong, and it will make his life even more difficult. Sometimes, the best thing you can do for your child is to hand him over to your spouse and go read a book.
Learning that your child has PDD, or any disability for that matter, can be devastating. Once you are over the shock, steel yourself and use these suggestions to face the situation head on. Parents of Autistic Spectrum Disorder children face a hard road, but they also have access to a wealth of information and caring professionals to help them meet their child's needs. Love and accept your child, and realize that you are not alone.


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Nicola Grimaldi (né le  à Treia dans les Marches, Italie, et mort le  à Rome) est un cardinal italien du .

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Nicola Grimaldi est notamment référendaire au tribunal suprême de la Signature apostolique et gouverneur de Rome en 1830 et exerce des fonctions à la Chambre apostolique.

Le pape Grégoire XVI le crée cardinal lors du consistoire du . Il est camerlingue du Sacré Collège en 1835 et 1836. Il est légat apostolique à Forlì de 1836 à 1838.

Voir aussi

Articles connexes
 Liste des cardinaux créés par Grégoire XVI

Sources
 Fiche du cardinal Nicola Grimaldi sur le site de la Florida International University

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Personnalité de la curie romaine
Cardinal italien du XIXe siècle
Cardinal créé par Grégoire XVI
Camerlingue du Sacré Collège
Naissance dans la province de Macerata
Naissance dans les États pontificaux
Naissance en juillet 1768
Décès à Rome
Décès en janvier 1845
Décès à 76 ans


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The Thing About the Met Gala
May 4, 2020 May 5, 2020 Martin Haro
The thing about that most well-chronicled of American pop traditions, the Met Gala, or the Met Ball, is I used to write about it on my Movie Martin blog, filing under "Fashion" because, in my estimation, the soirée was and remains a fashion event about fashion. It exists for fashion, in the service of fashion, because of fashion, and celebrates nothing but fashion.
And what is fashion if not history. Fashion is culture.
A year ago today, when I last thought about the Met Gala (the fête usually takes place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on the first Monday of May), it kinda struck me how the entire media construct around the exclusive shindig – the whole thing, really – seemed to have gotten a bit out of control. I wondered if, perhaps, the party had gotten too big for its own britches and like, gone on for far too long, in a way. I remember thinking this hootenanny is one expensive fundraiser, and such a bucket-list item for so many people.
It is a cultural milestone, alright, considering the setting and the purpose of the gathering; tonight, the Met was to unveil its latest Costume Institute exhibit, "About Time: Fashion and Duration." (As of now, the show is rescheduled to open on Oct. 29 and run through the fall and into next winter.) But anyone who avidly discovered the good, bad, and ugly of social media while watching The CW's Gossip Girl and Blake Lively's rise on the Met red carpet will attest, tonight was about getting your ticket punched.
For pre-pandemic marketing thinking purposes, tonight was about feeding the beast, about the brand (whomever's), and about growing it. About visibility and clicks. About later tonight gagging over pics of starletbots in restrooms usually reserved for the rest of us, being rich, feeling rich, and living rich. And about FOMO, but discreet FOMO because it's 2020 and there is an election in November….
Whereas fashion is about expression and cultural reflection, as of late the Met Gala had become about (garish) branding – that is, until last year. Credit where credit is due, our communal fascination with the affair, indeed, has been of benefit, even essential, to the preservation and celebration of our culture but also of detriment. The excess of it all had been wearing as a bad look, and yet the cycle was only barreling forward, faster and more furious than ever. Had COVID-19 not spectacularly crashed the scene this season, it woulda been more of the same. I mean, so much money spent on lavish nights such as this one, for a few, to be coveted by others, when so many down the street and around the world go without. It's downright barbaric and sorta very fucked up.
There may not have been a Met Gala this year, but I reckon it stopped being a ball long before 2019.
Good thing re-invention is in at the moment. It's the new rage, and it's not about the brand but about the life.
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Kidnappings came day before UN resolution
Robert Tait in Tehran
Sun 25 Mar 2007 19.01 EDT
Defining demarcation lines in the Shatt al-Arab waterway has proved a historical challenge for cartographers, so it is not unlikely that it may have been beyond the 15 British sailors patrolling the internationally sensitive route last Friday.
If so, their navigational shortcomings came as a welcome gift not only to the Revolutionary Guard crew that intercepted them but to the more hardline elements of Iran's political leadership.
The Britons were captured a day before the UN security council met to approve a resolution imposing fresh sanctions over Iran's continued refusal to suspend its uranium enrichment activities.
The timing seemed more than mere coincidence - especially given that the arrests occurred just two days after Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, warned that the country could act "illegally" in response to western pressure.
"Until today, what we have done is in accordance with international regulations. But if they take illegal actions, we too can take illegal actions and will do so," Mr Khamenei said in his annual Iranian new year message.
"I believe these arrests are the performance of the supreme leader's threat, which was an advance warning against approving the security council resolution," said Saeed Leylaz, an Iranian political analyst.
"Iran is dropping its previous preventive diplomacy in favour of a new aggressive approach. Senior officials visited Qatar, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia in an attempt to soften the resolution against Iran and it failed.
"They have no choice other than to recognise that this approach is not working and they have to be more aggressive. The dialect and speech of the leadership is changing and will be more aggressive than before."
A previous UN resolution against Iran last December triggered domestic criticism of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's handling of the nuclear dispute. Moderate figures blamed his confrontational rhetoric for uniting the security council against Iran and forestalling any possibility of a deal.
The arrests could have been motivated by other factors, including a desire to strike back at what Iran sees as "kidnappings" of its diplomats and operatives by US forces in Iraq.
The country's leaders are particularly aggrieved over the continued detention of five officials arrested in an American-led raid on an Iranian facility in the northern Iraqi city of Irbil in January.


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The Doctor has taken Amy to the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, where they admire the work of the post-impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh. The Doctor discovers a seemingly alien figure in a window of the painting The Church at Auvers, and decides they must travel back in time to speak to Vincent around when he painted the painting. In 1890, they find Vincent at a cafe in Arles, a lonely man with a bad reputation. Vincent opens up when he notices Amy, sensing a loss she herself is not aware of. They discover that recent murders, the victims ravaged by some type of beast, have been blamed on Vincent, and the two resolve to help him.
At Vincent's home that evening, the artist confesses that his works have little value to anyone else, but he believes the universe is filled with wonders that he must paint. Amy is attacked by an invisible beast that Vincent is able to see and sketch for the Doctor, who identifies it as a Krafayis, a vicious pack-predator likely abandoned on Earth. Knowing the beast will appear when Vincent paints the nearby church the next evening, the Doctor and Amy plan to join him, after which they will leave. Vincent becomes distraught at this news and shuts himself in his bedroom, saying that everyone leaves him in the end. The Doctor and Amy set out to capture the beast, but Vincent soon joins them, eager to help. He confides to Amy that if she can "soldier on, then so can Vincent van Gogh".
Vincent begins creating the painting of the church and soon spots the beast inside. The Doctor demands that Amy stay back as he enters the church alone, but she and Vincent both agree they should help the Doctor. Vincent is able to save the Doctor and Amy, describing the beast's actions as they hide in the confessionals; the Doctor soon realises from Vincent's description that the beast is blind, the likely reason it was abandoned. The beast is impaled on Vincent's easel when it tries to lunge at the artist. The Doctor attempts to soothe the dying creature while Vincent empathises with its pain. After the creature dies, the three return outside the church, and Vincent describes the night sky as he envisions it: deep blue, framed by swirling air.
The next day, the Doctor and Amy prepare to leave. Vincent asks Amy to return and marry him should she leave the Doctor. As Vincent turns to leave, the Doctor offers to show him something. The Doctor and Amy take Vincent in the TARDIS to the present and the van Gogh exhibit at the Musée d'Orsay. Vincent is stunned at the display, and becomes emotionally overwhelmed when he overhears Mr. Black (Bill Nighy), an art curator, say that van Gogh was "the greatest painter of them all" and "one of the greatest men who ever lived". They return an emotionally changed Vincent back to the past and say their final goodbyes. As the Doctor and Amy return to the present, Amy hopes that there will be several more paintings by Vincent waiting for them, but instead learn that Vincent still committed suicide at the age of 37. The Doctor explains that life is a mixture of bad and good, and while their brief encounter with Vincent couldn't undo everything wrong, they added some good to his life. The evidence is in Vincent's displayed works: the face no longer appears in The Church, and now Vase with 12 Sunflowers bears the inscription, "For Amy".
1 out of 30 (3.3%) raters say this story requires a previous story.
With the exception of the wonderful multi-Doctor 50th Anniversary Special 'The Day of the Doctor' I would say this episode is the peak of the Matt Smith era. It is not perfect but it is at times beautifully moving and at other times fun and interesting so you could not ask for much more.
The story is that Amy and the Doctor visit the Musee d'Orsay in Paris where the Doctor sees a 'scary face' in one of famous artist Vincent Van Gogh's paintings and decides to travel back to the time Van Gogh was about to paint the picture to investigate. They find Van Gogh in 1890 and befriend him whilst encountering the creature the Doctor was looking for. The creature is invisible but Van Gogh can see it as he sees differently to others.
The creature itself is the weak point of the story as it is not very convincingly realised with slightly below par effects. That is not the kind of thing I judge too harshly though otherwise many great Doctor Who stories of the would be marked down for the limited effects of the time. I do think the creature could have been done better but the quality of other aspects of this story make up for it. The only other criticism I would have are that Van gogh was painting sunflowers a few years before 1890 and of course did not add "For Amy" to any of them, especially as he would not have written "For" in English. I will accept that this was a change purely in the Doctor Who universe and not be grumpy about it but I bet that if this happened in a new episode now online commentators would trash writers for "inaccuracy" so it would be nice if other episodes were given the same acceptance that this one is.
There is humour, fun and joy in many scenes in the Doctor and Amy's interactions with Vincent who is magnificently portrayed by Tony Curran who depicts his brilliance and his struggles with mental illness as well as anyone could hope. The fabulous Bill Nighy also puts in a terrific uncredited appearance as museum art expert Dr. Black. It is a hugely enjoyable set of performances which entertain and educate.
The incredible scenes when they show Vincent the impact his work and his talent have over a hundred years later are emotional and delightful making you wish the Doctor really had been around in real life to allow Van Gogh such an insight which he would surely have deserved.
This is a great 10/10 episode.
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"""
- need a few hash functions
- init params: m bits, k hashes
- can import existing hash functions?

k hashes, m bits in the filter, and n elements that have been inserted.

Challenges:
- choosing appropriate hash functions (reasonably evenly distributed, fast)
- how to unit test false positives

Relevant resources:
http://pages.cs.wisc.edu/~cao/papers/summary-cache/node8.html

"""

from math import exp
from bitarray import bitarray
import unittest
import mmh3
from fnvhash import fnv1a_32
import hashlib

class BloomFilter:
    def __init__(self, n):
        self.size = n
        self.bitvec = bitarray(10)
        self.bitvec.setall(0)
        self.hashes = [mmh3.hash, fnv1a_32]
        # self.hashes = [mmh3.hash, fnv1a_32, hashlib.md5]

    def add_item(self, s):
        for h in self.hashes:
            index = h(s) % self.size
            self.bitvec[index] = 1

    def is_present(self, s):
        for h in self.hashes:
            index = h(s) % self.size
            if self.bitvec[index] == 0:
                return False
        return True

    def get_size(self):
        return self.size

    def get_approx_false_positive_rate(self):
        num_hashes = len(self.hashes)
        capacity = len(self.bitvec)
        elements_inserted = self.bitvec.count()

        return pow(1 - exp(-num_hashes * elements_inserted / capacity), num_hashes)

    def optimize_for_error_rate(self, n):
        pass

class BloomFilterTest(unittest.TestCase):

    TEST_STRINGS = ['coffee']

    def setUp(self):
        self.bf = BloomFilter(10)

    def tearDown(self):
        print self.bf.get_approx_false_positive_rate()
        self.bf = None

    def test_has_accurate_size(self):
        assert self.bf.get_size() == 10

    def test_item_not_present_when_no_items_inserted(self):
        assert self.bf.is_present(BloomFilterTest.TEST_STRINGS[0]) is False

    def test_item_present_after_only_that_item_inserted(self):
        self.bf.add_item(BloomFilterTest.TEST_STRINGS[0])
        assert self.bf.is_present(BloomFilterTest.TEST_STRINGS[0]) is True

    def test_accurate_approx_false_positive_rate(self):
        pass

if __name__ == '__main__':
    unittest.main()

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Home / World View / How Long Does It Take a Wrist Fracture to Heal?
How Long Does It Take a Wrist Fracture to Heal?
By Staff WriterLast Updated Mar 26, 2020 6:33:37 PM ET
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According to The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, wrist fractures can take anywhere from six to eight weeks to heal. However, long-term recovery can take up to a year.
The most common type of wrist fracture is the Colles' Fracture, according to WebMD. When this type of fracture occurs, patients usually require a splint during the first week of recovery as the swelling goes down in the wrist. After the first week, a cast is used to immobilize the wrist and allow the bones to heal correctly.
Typically, patients can expect to wear a cast for at least six weeks. Once the cast is removed, physical therapy may be required depending on the severity of the injury.


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John Wittliff
March 28th, 1941 to February 6th, 2006
John S. Wittliff III died peacefully in Port Huron Hospital Monday, February 6, 2006, after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Born March 28, 1941, he was the third child of the late John S. Wittliff and Margaret Heaney Wittliff. John was 64 years old. He is survived by his loving wife, Diana MacJennett Wittliff, a daughter, Stephanie Wittliff, two sons, Michael Coulter Wittliff of Fort Gratiot, and Patrick (Tammy) Mc Donald of Jeddo, Michigan, and two grandchildren, Raelyn and Colin McDonald. John will be sadly missed by his sisters, Virginia and Mary Wittliff of Lakeport, and four brothers, Michael (Belle) Wittliff of Kimball, Thomas (Kathleen) Wittliff of Port Huron, Philip Wittliff of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Frank Wittliff of Port Huron, two nieces, Sarah Wittliff of Chicago and Andrea Wittliff of Corunna, Ontario, and two nephews, Philip John Wittliff of Milwaukee and Ryan McInnis of Chicago. He will be fondly remembered by his parents-in-law, Gordon and Merle MacJennett of Port Huron, and his sisters-in-law, Sharon (Kim) MacJennett-Rotermund of Boyne City, and Debbie (Philip) Williamson of Tucson, Arizona. He was a partner in the Wittliff Insurance Agency. John cherished stories from his Little League years and shared them often. He had recently become a serious Marquette basketball fan and had always enjoyed watching Notre Dame win football games. A long-time member of the Port Huron Yacht Club, John was very proud of his status as an "old goat," having completed his twenty-sixth Port Huron-to-Mackinac race last summer as a senior member of the crew and the chef on the Jubilee. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman. Following John's wishes, his body has been donated to the University of Michigan Medical Center. The family will receive friends at the Karrer-Simpson Funeral Home from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, February 10. A memorial mass celebrating John's life will be offered by Father Arthur Baranowski the following morning (February 11) at St. Christopher's Church in Marysville at 11 a.m.


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Manchester United: Ed Woodward tells Ole Gunnar Solskjaer his job is safe
By Uways Nisar
Manchester United chief Ed Woodward has told manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer that his job at the club is safe, according to ESPN.
That has led the Norwegian manager to press ahead with his plans to reshape the United squad as he plans for the January transfer window.
According to the publication, the club is planning to sign a right-sided attacking player to compliment Aaron Wan-Bissaka's defensive qualities.
The Red Devils have endured a nightmare start to the season that has left them in 10th place and 10 points off the top four, winning just three of their opening 11 games.
Keeping the 67-cap former Norway international in charge after the start to the season the club has endured screams of poor management from the higher powers at Old Trafford.
His managerial style has been brought into question with United having gone 12 games in all competitions without scoring more than one goal earlier this campaign.
Their lack of attacking threat was amplified against Newcastle United as the north-west club scored no goals and had just three shots on target, despite the Magpies having conceded five goals away to Leicester City the weekend before.
From an experience point of view, United may be better off hiring coaches like Erik ten Hag and Leonardo Jardim, who have shown during their trophy-winning spells at Ajax and AS Monaco respectively that they can handle young squads. This is relevant due to the club's policy of signing young talent as seen in last summer's transfer window, making either of the two suitable managers (via Transfermarkt).
Keeping Solskjaer at the club will only make the English giants regress as seen by the failure to string together consistent attacking performances.
Manchester United fans, what do you make of the reports surrounding Solskjaer? Let us know your thoughts!
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Article title: Manchester United: Ed Woodward tells Ole Gunnar Solskjaer his job is safe


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January 05, 2020January 11, 2020Black/African American, Music, UncategorizedBy Brian Lindenmuth0
A-C|D-I|J-L|M-R|S|T-Z For Omar Higgins "We were a hundred different kinds of people, doing every little thing you could think of, and some things you'd never think about at all. "The variety in our lives was something else." — Walter Dean Myers "I just wish it was OK for Black people, in general, to step outside the box and it not...
January 04, 2020January 11, 2020Black/African American, MusicBy Brian Lindenmuth0
The large body of music made by black creatives in 2019 covers any and every genre you can think of and ventures into uncharted territory hinting at directions that may lead to the future. From old blues heads to youngbloods carrying on the tradition; from walls of noise to dreamy bedroom pop; from the controlled chaos of free jazz to the smooth sounds of R&B. Black expression is alive, bold, and doing well.
January 03, 2020December 19, 2019Arts, Culture, Entertainment, Filipino, Review/RecapBy Bronzeville Bee0
Review by Vanessa Rodriguez America Is Not the Heart by Filipino-American author Elaine Castillo debuted in 2018. Its title is a play on Carlos Bulosan's semi-autobiographical novel, America Is In the Heart, published in 1946. Castillo's narrative covers three generations of Filipina women from immigration under Marcos' oppressive rule to living in the States clambering for the American dream. Hero—formally...
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December 23, 2019December 22, 2019fantasy, Fiction, LGBTQ, Review/RecapBy Bronzeville Bee4
by Laila Winters Of all the books that were released in 2019, I was most excited for Nina Varela's debut. Crier's War is an LGBTQ+ novel that straddles the line between science fiction and fantasy, and it did not disappoint. It tells the story of Ayla, a human servant with the dire need to avenge the death of her family,...
December 22, 2019December 22, 2019UncategorizedBy Brian Lindenmuth0
Watched & Appreciated: Favorite Movies Watched For the First Time in 2019
Enemy Territory A cult classic waiting for its cult. With all the video stores I worked in, I can't believe I never saw this one. Glorious 80's action, Ray Parker Jr as our gun-toting hero, Jan-Michael Vincent as a burned out Vietnam vet who won't take any shit, and Tony Todd's dry run for the Candyman role. Also, a young...
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Said, with a Slap
FROM THE MAYOR'S DESK Last time I had a get-together, I was 8, and the old man popped me in the lips for being flip. He didn't want me wearing a tie to my living room birthday party. I boldly insisted I needed to wear it. As laconic as I am pleonastic, he settled it with a sharp slap to...
December 20, 2019December 19, 2019Fiction, Friday's Forgotten Books, horror, Review/RecapBy S Ruttan0
Friday's Forgotten Books: Chills by Mary SanGiovanni
Chills is the first book in the Kathy Ryan series by Mary SanGiovanni, and it skips over some of the usual trappings of a debut series novel and gets right down to business. A freak snowstorm is wreaking havoc in late May. The town of Colby may be in Connecticut, but this is still far from normal weather. And then...
December 19, 2019December 18, 2019Fiction, horror, Review/RecapBy S Ruttan0
Review: The Hag Witch of Tripp Creek by Somer Canon
Dawna and John Temple have moved to West Virginia from Pittsburgh to slow the pace of their lives and reclaim John's health. As they get to know their new home, Dawna finds herself walking down a country road, not far from her house. She sees a sign warning her of a witch on the other side of the creek. Dawna...
December 18, 2019November 19, 2019fantasy, FictionBy Bronzeville Bee0
Fiction: The Gift by Dawn Vogel
By Dawn Vogel T'was the night before Christmas, and I wasn't done with my shopping. There was only one person I wanted to buy a gift. I knew she'd understand if I didn't give her anything, but I wanted to. I needed to see her eyes sparkle with delight. I worked until close, which meant there were no shops open...


Getting rid of religion in primary schools will not solve curriculum overload problem – Catholic Primary Schools Management Association.
70% of people believe a child has a right to be raised by their own mother and father new Amarach poll for Iona Institute shows.
National broadcaster apologises to John Waters, Breda O'Brien and Iona Institute for "any upset or distress caused".


An American actress with a prominent football pedigree (her family owns the New York Giants and the Pittsburgh Steelers), Kate Mara was a guest star in such hit TV series as "Law & Order" and "Ed" before starting her recurring gigs on The WB's "Everwood" and FX's "Nip/Tuck" (both 2003). Two years later, she landed a recurring role on the WB series "Jack & Bobby," but the New York native is probably best recalled for her five-episode stint on the Fox TV Emmy Award-winning series "24" (2006), where she portrayed computer analyst Shari Rothenberg.
On the wide screen, Mara, who made her debut in the Sundance favorite "Joe the King" and Sydney Pollack's "Random Heart" (both 1999), first made an impact with viewers and critics alike in Gary Winick's "Tadpole" (2002). She went on to enjoy recognition with her portrayal of 19-year-old Alma Del Mar in the Oscar-winning "Brokeback Mountain" (2005), opposite Heath Ledger. Since then, she has acted in notable movies like "Zoom" (with Tim Allen), "We Are… Marshall" (2006, opposite Matthew McConaughey and Ian McShane), "Shooter" (2007, with Mark Wahlberg) and "Transsiberian" (2008, opposite Woody Harrelson and Ben Kingsley). Mara will join Justin Timberlake in "The Open Road" and work with director Gideon Raff in "Flying Lessons" (2009).
Kate Mara was born on February 27, 1983, in Bedford, New York, to Chris Mara and Kathleen Rooney. Both of her parents are of the NFL dynasty. Her paternal great-grandfather, Tim Mara, founded the New York Giants in 1925, and her grandfather, Wellington Mara (died in 2005), later became a co-owner. Her father is currently the Vice President of Player Evaluation with the New York Giants, while her uncle, John Mara, is President and CEO for the team. On her mother's side, Kate is the great-grandchild of Pittsburgh Steelers founder Art Rooney. She has an older brother named Daniel, a younger brother named Conor and a younger sister named Patricia.
Kate went to high school at Fox Lane High School in Bedford, New York. She graduated one year early and was accepted into New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. However, due to singing and acting, she had to postpone her education for three years. Since she was a teenager, Mara has regularly sung the National Anthem at Giants' home games and season openers.
Despite her eminent sports' pedigree, Kate Mara made the decision to become an actress when she was a little girl. Inspired by a performance in "Les Miserable," 9-year-old Mara told her mother she wanted to act. The active girl performed in plays at a variety of theater camps and after-school programs, but it was not until she was 14 years old that her mother agreed to help her land an agent. Shortly thereafter, Mara embarked on her professional career with a guest appearance in a 1997 episode of NBC's "Law & Order," playing Jenna Erlich.
While in high school, Mara kept acting and singing the National Anthem at Giants' home games. She appeared in the Sundance Film Festival-premiered "Joe the King" in 1999 and was introduced to mainstream audiences later that same year with Sydney Pollack's adaptation of Warren Adler's novel, "Random Heart," starring Harrison Ford and Kristin Scott Thomas. She played Jessica Chandler, the daughter of Thomas and Peter Coyote, in the latter movie. She went on to have guest roles in television series like "Madigan Man," "Ed" (both 2000), "Law & Order: SVU" (2001), and shelved her college education for three consecutive years to focus on acting.
Mara took on the important role of Jessica Anderson in the award-winning coming of age drama "Peoples" (2004), opposite John Hensley, Joshua Harto and Billoah Greene, and a part in the short "Time Well Spent" (also 2004), helmed by Tom Chilcoat. She soon returned to television with the 2004 made-for-TV drama "Prodigy" and appeared in guest spots in "CSI" and "CSI: Miami" (both also 2004). In 2005, she landed the recurring role of Katie on the WB series "Jack & Bobby," starring Matt Long, Logan Lerman and John Slattery.
After leaving the series, Mara starred as Samantha Owens in the direct-to-video sequel "Urban Legends: Bloody Mary" (2005) and costarred with Illeana Douglas and Noah Wyle in the based-on-novel "The Californians" (2005), directed by Jonathan Parker. Her career acquired a significant boost when she landed a supporting role in Ang Lee's highly acclaimed drama, "Brokeback Mountain" (2005), which won three Oscars, including one for Best Achievement in Directing and Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay. She portrayed Alma Del Mar Jr., the grown daughter of cowboy Ennis Del Mar (played by Oscar nominee Heath Ledger), a role that brought the young actress widespread attention.
In 2008, Mara joined the cast of "Transsiberian," a thriller directed by Brad Anderson. Playing Abby, a twenty-something runaway from Seattle, she costarred alongside Woody Harrelson, Emily Mortimer and Ben Kingsley. It was followed by a role in the 2008 adventure comedy called "Stone of Destiny," adapted by Charles Martin Smith from Ian Hamilton's book, "The Taking of the Stone Destiny." Among her costars in the film were Charlie Cox, Billy Boyd and Robert Carlyle.
Mara is set to star with Justin Timberlake, Jeff Bridges and Mary Steenburgen in the Michael Meredith-directed/written "The Open Road." She is also scheduled to star as Sophie Conway in the 20th Century Fox upcoming drama "Flying Lessons" (2009), helmed by Gideon Raff.


Sleep is a crucial part of everyone's life. But the importance of sleep in early childhood is invaluable. Children are exposed to a number of stimuli every day. Exercise, social involvement, education – they all fill up their developing brains with multitudes of information. Without sleep, the brain, which is constantly bombarded with an influx of new information, would wear itself out fast.
Even though the exact mechanisms behind sleep aren't fully known to the scientists, it's easy to observe the consequences of the lack of sleep.
But sleep is especially important in early childhood. Sleep is responsible for the well-being of both the developing brain and the body. When children sleep, their muscles, cells, and tissues regenerate and the chemicals in the brain recalibrate.
Moreover, when kids fall into deep sleep phases, their bodies produce a growth hormone called somatotropin. This growth hormone is essential to the proper development of children.
However, the list of problems the lack of sleep generates in children is much, much longer. For example, there are studies that found a connection between sleep and obesity. The less children sleep and the more disturbed their circadian cycle of sleep, the higher the chance of their elevated BMI levels. Still, obesity in children is only the tip of the iceberg.
When we suffer a rough or sleepless night, we are all the same. Adults, children, and teenagers turn cranky and their performance becomes heavily impaired.
Insufficient amount of sleep is suspected to affect children's cognitive and emotional behaviour (see link above). Children can become irritable and have attention deficiencies during the day. Their problem-solving abilities and emotional management can be impacted, too. Frequent mood swings and decreased thought organization are also among the issues the lack of sleep in early childhood sets off.
Even one hour of sleep less a night can have significant consequences for children. In fact, it could have a lifelong effect on a child, when school activities are involved. In a study made by Science Medicine Review, it was discovered that children with lower grades at school were sleeping, on average, 25 to 30 minutes less than students who had better grades. But not only that, even their ability to play sports, or fight infections was affected.
How long should children sleep in early childhood?
Now that we know about the importance of sleep in early childhood, let's take a look at the duration of sleep for children of various ages. Preschool-aged children need to sleep as many as 10 to 12 hours a day with naps throughout the day. Sleeping time decreases significantly with age, with school children needing more or less 9 hours a day and adults between 7 and 8.
Children not getting enough sleep in early childhood can suffer from various impairments during their teenage years, adolescence, and even adulthood. To ensure the wellbeing of their children, parents should keep a keen eye on the amount and quality of sleep their children get every night, all week long.


doing well while doing good in the community.
Javon continues to show his appreciation and love for community by supporting the Chicago Park District, the Calumet Memorial Park District and Chicago Action Investors.
Javon Watson native Chicagoan always looking for opportunities to "Reach Back/Give Back"


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Master & Apprentice (Star Wars)
Written By: Claudia Gray
Read By: Jonathan Davis
11 Hours and 43 Minutes	Imprint: Random House Audio Genre: Fiction - Science Fiction - Space Opera Release Date: April 16, 2019
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An unexpected offer threatens the bond between Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi as the two Jedi navigate a dangerous new planet and an uncertain future in the first canon Star Wars novel to take place before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace.
A Jedi must be a fearless warrior, a guardian of justice, and a scholar in the ways of the Force. But perhaps a Jedi's most essential duty is to pass on what they have learned. Master Yoda trained Dooku; Dooku trained Qui-Gon Jinn; and now Qui-Gon has a Padawan of his own. But while Qui-Gon has faced all manner of threats and danger as a Jedi, nothing has ever scared him like the thought of failing his apprentice.
Obi-Wan Kenobi has deep respect for his Master, but struggles to understand him. Why must Qui-Gon so often disregard the laws that bind the Jedi? Why is Qui-Gon drawn to ancient Jedi prophecies instead of more practical concerns? And why wasn't Obi-Wan told that Qui-Gon is considering an invitation to join the Jedi Council—knowing it would mean the end of their partnership? The simple answer scares him: Obi-Wan has failed his Master.
When Jedi Rael Averross, another former student of Dooku, requests their assistance with a political dispute, Jinn and Kenobi travel to the royal court of Pijal for what may be their final mission together. What should be a simple assignment quickly becomes clouded by deceit, and by visions of violent disaster that take hold in Qui-Gon's mind. As Qui-Gon's faith in prophecy grows, Obi-Wan's faith in him is tested—just as a threat surfaces that will demand that Master and apprentice come together as never before, or be divided forever.
"Gray's other Star Wars novels—Lost Stars, Bloodline and Leia: Princess of Alderaan—are among the best you can read, but Master & Apprentice stands out as her strongest."—CNET
"Thankfully, the novel absolutely delivers on the goods and the wait has been worth it."—Cinelinx
"Master & Apprentice proves—again—that Claudia Gray 'gets' Star Wars."—Dork Side of the Force
"Gray has not only written her finest novel to date in my opinion, but certainly one of the finest canon novels as well, maybe the finest."—TheForce.Net
Fiction - Science Fiction - Space OperaFiction - Science Fiction - Action & AdventureFiction - Media Tie-In
CG Claudia Gray


Each spring, a nation-wide high school arts competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to recognize and encourage artistic talent nationwide, as well as in our congressional district. The Competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents. Since then, over 650,000 high school students have been involved with the nationwide competition.
If selected as the winning piece, it must arrive in Washington, D.C., framed.
Be no larger than 26 inches high, 26 inches wide, and 4 inches deep, including the frame.
All entries must be accompanied by a Student Information and Release Form.
Entries for the 2019 Congressional Art Competition must be submitted no later than Friday, April 26. Submissions should be delivered to one of the district offices in Carmel or Anderson. Arrangements can be made to pick up your entry.


builders give an engine away next year. ha! (We will) Good for you eh?
Um, what IS the advantage here? You have to spend $2500 for these heads complete, and they look like this? Eeek.
As the late night TV commercial says, "But wait!" - You want them to function as well as mine so you throw another $1000 for porting.
Again I ask - What IS the advantage here?
These heads were just tested at the biggest well known So.Cal. engine test facility and on their SuperFlow 600 and they peaked flowed at 220 cfm on the intake.
On my more accurate FlowData bench they peaked at 196 cfm.
I call my FlowData bench the "Polygraph machine."
But if you want aluminum heads and want to use the factory RAIII cast iron exhaust manifolds - these are the heads to use. But for max street OR strip power you can see who's heads you'll need.
My heads are STILL only $3200 - ported - including custom valve angle and seat work - correct springs for your cam - ready to smoke anyone.
Roller cam springs add $260.
Bronze guides for 7000 rpm.
Unlike all aftermarket Pontiac heads we've seen- all of ours come to you completely deburred.
raised metal that can wash thru with the oil. Kills the bearings and cylinder walls.
Spring seats have been cut for 1.750 installed height dimension.
Again, All edges are deburred. Use your finger and feel around everything.
combustion chamber, big valve, screw-in stud Pontiac head ever made.
Know your casting numbers? This is a test.
this engine won't have a problem accelerating rapidly!
Engine winner Big Tiki Steve Jung install the 400" in his 5400 lb. '72 Catalina and has recorded a best of 12.02 so far. Nice!
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