Dental appointments, whether you are in for a simple cleaning or larger dental procedure, can be stressful. Here at Riverside Dental Care, our dentists offer sedation dentistry to ease the anxiety dental visits can induce.
Minimal sedation – When this level of sedation dentistry is used, the patient will feel relaxed but still be completely awake.
Moderate sedation – The disconnection from the dental experience is deeper at this level of sedation. Some patients experience difficulty pronouncing words clearly, and there may be holes in their memory of the dental experience.
Deep sedation – Patients often don't remember dental procedures done under deep sedation. They are still awake but very unaware of their surroundings.
General anesthesia – This form of sedation is the only kind that puts a person to sleep. Most patients struggle to remember anything surrounding the procedure.
Individuals who have a strong gag reflex – Those individuals who already have an active and strong gag reflex may find it triggered more often during dental visits. Minimum sedation can ease this issue, so their teeth can be cared for properly.
People with low pain tolerance – Even a simple dental cleaning can be too much for people who have a low tolerance for pain. Minimal-to-moderate sedation can generally be used to alleviate this issue.
Someone with extremely sensitive teeth – Similar to people with low pain tolerance, those with highly sensitive teeth may not be able to sit through a dental procedure even with topical anesthesia. Minimal-to-moderate sedation is often used in these cases, though deep sedation may be required to avoid pain.
Individuals who have high anxiety – Dental anxiety can be common among those who do not regularly visit our dental office. Using minimal sedation, the anxiety can be eased, and their teeth can be seen to by one of our dentists.
People that need extensive dental work – Even if dental anxiety or other common sedation dentistry issues don't normally apply, minimal sedation can help people who are undergoing an extensive amount of dental work more comfortably.
Children who refuse dental visits – While plenty of children aren't thrilled about dental visits, some are paralyzed with fear and refuse to sit in the dental chair. With a careful application of minimal sedation, these children can manage a dental visit to our office.
If you are interested in receiving sedation dentistry in St. George, UT, our dentists at Riverside Dental Care can offer you this level of dental care. The types of sedation dentistry offered at our dental office are nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation.
Nitrous oxide, sometimes called laughing gas, is a colorless and odorless gas used as a relaxing agent during your procedure. This type of sedation is considered minimal. It is not an anesthetic, so you will need a local anesthetic in conjunction with the nitrous oxide if you are having a dental procedure done, such as having a cavity filled.
The gas gives you a feeling of euphoria, eliminating much of the anxiety associated with dental procedures. It is mixed with oxygen, making it a safe procedure for all ages–children as well as adults.
Also, one of the main benefits of using nitrous oxide is that the effects will end once you stop receiving it from our dentists. That way, you can easily drive yourself to and from your dental appointment.
Oral sedation is generally used with a person who is moderately stressed by visiting the dentist. It provides a moderate level of sedation, allowing the anxious individual to disassociate from the experience.
Many people find this method of sedation very helpful during their procedure. You will take an oral medication for relaxation, such as Valium, one hour before you come to your appointment. To increase the utility of the oral sedation, it can be mixed with nitrous oxide for an even greater effect, without harming you.
This type of dental sedation will cause you to relax all over and leave you unable to properly function to drive yourself to or from your dental visit. If you have oral sedation, make sure to arrange transportation to our office.
IV sedation is a type of deep sedation and is the most effective method of relaxation for dental procedures that still allows you to be awake.
A drug is given to you through an IV in your arm, which causes you to relax. You won't become unconscious during the procedure, but you'll find that most of the time you won't remember what took place. Our staff will place you on monitors while you are using this method of sedation to ensure that you are relaxing properly during the procedure.
There are lingering effects to having IV sedation, and you will not be able to drive yourself home. We recommend arranging transportation to and from our office.
While there is always a small amount of risk when it comes to anesthesia, each of our dentists is experienced in all aspects of the dentistry offered at Riverside Dental Care. To ensure that you are safe when you receive sedation dentistry, we will do a variety of things.
Our staff will cover your medical history, as some issues such as sleep apnea can make sedation dentistry difficult.
Your age, weight, and height are needed to determine the appropriate amount of sedation you need to receive for it to be effective.
We will monitor you carefully, especially under the deeper forms of sedation, to be sure that you are responding well to the sedation.
The potential risks of the type of sedation you will experience will be gone over with you.
If you are interested in receiving sedation dentistry, and you are living in the St. George area, you can contact us at Riverside Dental Care. Our experienced team of dentists can provide expert levels of care and can make your next dental visit far more pleasant.


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Why loan signing Danny Rowe must wait before making his Lincoln City debut
The winger will not be available for the New Year's Day clash at Luton Town
Mark WhileyFootball writer
Lincoln City fans will have to wait before getting their first glimpse of new loan signing Danny Rowe.
The Ipswich Town winger is poised to join the Imps for the second half of the season and is already training with Danny Cowley's side.
The wide man did make it onto the Sincil Bank turf on Boxing Day as he was put through his paces ahead of the 3-0 win over Stevenage.
Mick McCarthy thanked by Danny Cowley as Lincoln City close in on Danny Rowe
But he cannot play for the Imps until the Checkatrade Trophy last 16 tie at Rochdale on Tuesday, January 9.
Due to transfer window rules, his move cannot be officially completed until the January window opens.
And players must have been registered the day before playing for their new team, meaning Rowe will not be available for the top-of-the-table clash at Luton Town on New Year's Day.
Loan signing Danny Rowe is put through his paces on Boxing Day (Image: CameraSport)
"He won't be able to play on January 1 because of the rules. The window will be open but you have to have them signed and registered by midday the day before," explained Cowley.
"So he won't be available until Rochdale which is disappointing because we'd love to have another body for the Luton game, which will be our fourth game in nine days.
"But it does give us a bit more time to get him into the group and get him match-fit."
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Cowley believes Rowe's Imps bow will be worth the wait
"He's been training with us and we're nearly there with that [completing the signing]," added the City boss.
"He's trained with us now for the last week, which has been great and we're very grateful to Ipswich. He'll be a really exciting addition to the group. He's the kind of player who will get supporters off their seats."
Cowley is hoping to get the bulk of his January business done between the Luton game the league clash with Notts County at home on January 13.
Cowley added: "It's hard because you spend all December putting your plans in place but football is a pretty impulsive game and things can change in a moment."
Confirmed - when Sean Raggett will leave Lincoln City for Norwich City
Defender Sean Raggett will be available for the trip to Luton, his final game for the Imps before linking up with parent club Norwich City.
The Canaries, who host Chelsea in the FA Cup on January 6, will assess the centre-back before deciding whether to keep him or send him back out on loan.

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Q: Vector File Merging fails as string length too long I am running QGIS 3.18.  I am finding my feet with QGIS.  I am building up maps of my forebears' farms. From death duty and probate documents I have collected the lot numbers of the paddocks. I have then downloaded the corresponding shapefiles from our state lands department.
With properties with acreages in their thousands, I have lots of shapefiles to manage.  Using Vector>Data Management Tools> Merge Vector Layer, I created a file (.qpkg) which represents the freehold acreage for a particular year.  I then tried doing this for the lots representing the leasehold holdings and have run into a problem - field PARCEL_SPI is defined as a string of 10 characters, whereas about 2/3 of the lots I want to merge for the leasehold have a PARCEL_SPI string field containing 11 chars. (whether the lot is leasehold or freehold is irrelevant - I was lucky with the freehold that all of the PARCEL_SPI values were either 9 or 10 characters long.)  The data in PARCEL_SPI is of the format of Lot Number\PPxxxx. This is fine for the case of 34A\PP2846, however gives errors in the case of 118A\PP3618 because it is 11 characters long and the vector file merging process has a field size of 10.
Presumably the easiest way is to define the Qstring for PARCEL_SPI as 11 characters, how do I do this?

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Since this is really only QoS for the upstream direction, it may be necessary to get a switch or gateway that has a better QoS implementation.
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Q: Why $\int_{Y^2}^{{Y'}^2} z^{-1/2} e^{2\pi i N z}dz = O(Y^{-1})$? For $Y'>Y>0$, $N$ being any positive integer, I need to show
$$\int_{Y^2}^{{Y'}^2} z^{-1/2} e^{2\pi i N z}dz = O(Y^{-1})$$ as $Y$ goes to inifinity. I tried integration by parts with $u= e^{2 \pi i Nz}, dv = z^{-1/2}$ but could not proceed. I appreciate any help!
Note: This equation is from Davenport's book Multiplicative Number Theory (page 15, second edition). It helps one to conclude the sign of (quadratic) Gauss sum. In summary, calculating the Gauss sum simplifies to calculating the summation $\sum_{x=0}^{q-1} e^{{2 \pi x^2}/q}$ and Dirichlet's method evaluates even the more general sum $\sum_{n=0}^{N-1} e^{{2 \pi n^2}/N}$. For this we apply Poisson summation formula to $\cos 2 \pi x^2 / N$ and $\sin 2 \pi x^2 / N$ and combine the results, and my question justifies the type of Poisson summation that is used is applicable in this certain case.

A: Let $f: [1,\infty)\rightarrow \mathbb{C}$ be defined by
$$
f(z) = z^{-1/2} e^{2\pi i N z}
$$
where $N\geq1$.
Let's call a function $g: [1,\infty)\rightarrow \mathbb{C}$ almost antiperiodic if there exist positive constants $\alpha$ and $c$ such that
$$
| g(x) + g(x+c)| <  \frac{\alpha}{x^{(3/2)}}
$$
for all $x>1$.
I claim that $f$ is almost antiperiodic with $c=\frac1{2 N}$ because $$\begin{aligned}
\left|f(x) + f\left(x+c\right)\right| &= \left| \frac1{\sqrt{x}} - \frac1{\sqrt{x+c}} \right|\\&=  \left| \frac{\sqrt{x+c} - \sqrt{x}}{\sqrt{x}\sqrt{x+c}}\right| \\&=  \frac{c}{\sqrt{x}\sqrt{x+c}\cdot({\sqrt{x+c} + \sqrt{x}})} \\&\leq\frac{c}{x^{(3/2)}}.\end{aligned}$$
I also claim that if

*

*a continuous function $g:[1,\infty)\rightarrow C$ is almost antiperiodic,

*there exists a real number $\gamma$ such that  $|g(x)|< \gamma/\sqrt{x}$ for all $x>1$, and

*$b>a\geq1$,

then there exists a constant $\beta>0$ such that
$$
\left|\int_{x=a}^b g(x) dx\right| < \frac{\beta}{\sqrt{a}}.
$$
Proof of second claim:  Let $m$ be the largest integer less than $\frac{b-a}{2 c}$.  Then
$$\left|\int_{x=a}^b g(x) dx\right| $$
$$=\left|\sum_{i=0}^{m-1}\left(\int_{x=a+2ic}^{a+2ic+c} g(x) dx +\int_{x=a+2ic+c}^{a+2ic+2c} g(x) dx \right) + \int_{x=a+2mc}^{b} g(x) dx \right|$$
$$=\left|\sum_{i=0}^{m-1}\left(\int_{x=a+2ic}^{a+2ic+c} (g(x)+ g(x+c)) dx \right) + \int_{x=a+2mc}^{b} g(x) dx \right|$$
$$\leq \left|\sum_{i=0}^{m-1}\left(\int_{x=a+2ic}^{a+2ic+c} (g(x)+ g(x+c)) dx \right)\right| + \left|\int_{x=a+2mc}^{b} g(x) dx \right|$$
$$\leq \sum_{i=0}^{m-1}\left|\int_{x=a+2ic}^{a+2ic+c} (g(x)+ g(x+c)) dx \right| + \frac{2 c \gamma}{\sqrt{a}} $$
$$\leq \sum_{i=0}^{m-1}\int_{x=a+2ic}^{a+2ic+c} \frac{\alpha}{x^{(3/2)}} dx + \frac{2 c \gamma}{\sqrt{a}} $$
$$\leq \int_{x=a}^{b} \frac{\alpha}{x^{(3/2)}} dx + \frac{2 c \gamma}{\sqrt{a}} $$
$$=  \frac{2\alpha}{\sqrt{a}} - \frac{2\alpha}{\sqrt{b}} + \frac{2 c \gamma}{\sqrt{a}} $$
$$<  \frac{2\alpha}{\sqrt{a}}  + \frac{2 c \gamma}{\sqrt{a}} $$
$$=  \frac{2(\alpha + c\gamma)  }{\sqrt{a}}$$
proving the second claim.
It follows from the claims above that
$$
\int_{z=Y^2}^{(Y')^2} z^{-1/2} e^{2\pi i N z} dz \in O(1/Y)
$$
if $1<Y<Y'$.
Edited for grammar, algebra errors, added a bound on $g$ in the second claim in order to make it true, and added a proof of second claim as requested by Gary which was quite helpful because it was wrong as stated originally.


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George Soros' 10 Favorite Dividend Stock Picks
http://newyork.citybizlist.com/18/2012/5/20/George-Soros-10-Favorite-Dividend-Stock-Picks.aspx
Extreme Networks grants Soros exemption to buy more shares
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/05/21/extremenetworks-soros-idUSL3E8GL0PM20120521
Obama Claims Reagan Inspired Buffet/Soros Tax
http://www.dallasblog.com/201205211009013/dallas-blog/obama-claims-reagan-inspired-buffet/soros-tax.html
Soros Dumps Google and Apple, Buys Banks
http://www.foxbusiness.com/business-leaders/2012/05/22/soros-dumps-google-and-apple-buys-banks/
George Soros Buys Carl Icahn's CVR Energy, Suntrust Banks, Consumer Staples SPDR
http://community.nasdaq.com/News/2012-05/george-soros-buys-carl-icahns-cvr-energy-suntrust-banks-chevron-macys-consumer-staples-spdr.aspx?storyid=142164
Republican Party Overmatched By Soros Backed 'Vote Fraud Denier Industry'
http://spectator.org/blog/2012/03/08/republican-party-overmatched-b
Top Sells From George Soros
http://seekingalpha.com/article/420901-top-sells-from-george-soros
Narco-State California: A Model for George Soros' America Read more: Narco-State California: A Model for George Soros' America
http://sorosfiles.com/soros/2012/03/narco-state-california-a-model-for-george-soros-america.html
Ray Dalio eclipses George Soros as most successful fund manager
http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2012/mar/09/hedge-fund-billionaire-ray-dalio
Soros Opens the Spigot
http://frontpagemag.com/2012/05/09/soros-opens-the-spigot/
Digital River extends Microsoft contract; Soros takes larger ownership stake in Twin Cities firm
http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2012/05/09/digital-river-microsoft-deal-soros.html
Soros' $2M gift may show new support from liberals
http://news.yahoo.com/soros-2m-gift-may-show-support-liberals-152141723.html
Crony Marxism At Work – Obama, Soros, and Teapot Dome Redux
http://www.dailypundit.com/2012/05/10/crony-marxism-at-work-obama-soros-and-teapot-dome-redux/
Obama Forms Soros-Controlled Energy Council To 'Fix' Thriving Natural Gas Industry
http://cnsnews.com/blog/ken-blackwell/obama-forms-soros-controlled-energy-council-fix-thriving-natural-gas-industry
Soros gives $1 million for New Media ground war
http://www.wnd.com/2012/05/soros-gives-david-brock-1-million-for-new-media-ground-war/
George Soros: Only My Interests Are Public
http://reason.com/blog/2012/05/11/george-soros-only-my-interests-are-publi
'$our grapes' of Soros ex: lawyer
May 6, 2012 historyscoper
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/manhattan/our_grapes_of_soros_ex_lawyer_AeQPIJ07gukcEmEFoNx0cJ
Oppressive' UK copyright law: More cobblers from IP quangos. Write out 100 times, this has nothing to do with consumer rights
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2012/05/02/soros_ip_philosophy/
Soros operative heckles Romney
http://www.wnd.com/2012/05/soros-operative-heckles-romney/?cat_orig=politics
Who's George Soros hanging out with?
http://www.theblaze.com/blog/2012/05/04/whos-george-soros-hanging-out-with/
Soros tied to U.S. hunt for Kony?
http://www.wnd.com/2012/04/soros-tied-to-u-s-hunt-for-kony/
George Soros and the Bundesbank's Patriotic Putsch
http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/finance/ambroseevans-pritchard/100016361/george-soros-and-the-bundesbanks-patriotic-putsch/
Obama stimulus funded Soros
http://www.tulsatoday.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3360:obama-stimulus-funded-soros-empire&catid=61:national&Itemid=109
Gamco, Soros and Fairfax Recent Portfolio Changes
http://www.valuewalk.com/2012/04/gamco-soros-and-fairfax-recent-portfolio-changes/
Weidmann: Soros Bundesbank Claim 'Ridiculous'
http://www.businessweek.com/news/2012-04-24/weidmann-soros-bundesbank-claim-ridiculous
George Soros' Fund Buys Almost 7 Percent of Mobile Software Maker Openwave at $2.40 Per Share
http://newyork.citybizlist.com/18/2012/4/25/George-Soros-Fund-Buys-Almost-7-Percent-of-Mobile-Software-Maker-Openwave-at-2.40-Per-Share.aspx
Soros or ALEC: Whom Would the Founders Support?
http://www.canadafreepress.com/index.php/article/46222
Soros Family Giving More Focused on Philanthropy Than Politics
http://www.nonprofitquarterly.org/philanthropy/20210-soros-family-giving-more-focused-on-philanthropy-than-politics.html
Spanish Company Associated w/Geo. Soros Will "Count" America's Votes Overseas In November
http://www.dailypaul.com/228915/spanish-company-owned-by-geo-soros-will-count-americas-votes-overseas-in-november
Soros Teams With Georgetown Professors To Form "Catholic" Front Group To Protest Paul Ryan's "Attacks On The Poor"…
http://weaselzippers.us/2012/04/26/soros-teams-with-georgetown-professors-to-form-catholic-front-group-to-protest-paul-ryans-attacks-on-the-poor/
Soros' Unholy Trinity
http://nation.foxnews.com/george-soros/2012/04/26/soros-unholy-trinity
Is George Soros Wrong About Gold?
http://seekingalpha.com/article/542891-is-george-soros-wrong-about-gold


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How to use your PhD to become a Data Scientist [Interview with Michael Li]
Why did you decide to no longer pursue an academic career?
Like many people, a career in academia looked like a great career choice when we started, but we slowly realized that it wasn't for us over the course of the multiyear experience. There isn't a lot of career flexibility, the publication cycles are very slow, and the problems we work on are often trivial compared to the impact we can have in industry. So transitioning into data science seemed like a natural role.
How does the research you do as a data scientist differ from an academic position?
There are some commonalities. As a part of the data science team, I leverage my PhD skills of interpreting and understanding data to build data-driven products and offerings that would delight our users. However, research as a data scientist is much more exciting. We work on products that are used by millions every day, rather than papers with a narrow academic circulation. Ideas we dreamed up in the morning could be deployed in the afternoon and we would see the impact of our work immediately. This is a far cry from the multi-month and sometimes multi-year publication cycles of the academy.
How does having a PhD help you as a data scientist?
While you don't need a PhD to do data science, the degree certainly helps. My degree was in applied mathematics, and a rigorous, thorough understanding of probability and statistics was extremely helpful. My research also gave me a lot of experience with handling data. Having direct experience handling messy, real-world data through my PhD is a skill that certainly helped me get a data science role and helps me every day in my job.
What advice would you give others looking at an alternative career in data science?
My experience has been that the academy really prizes theoretical, rather than practical, skills. Nowhere is this more evident than the attitude it places on programming and data analysis outside of computer science. Professors often outsource the "lowly" job of doing the analysis and programming to graduate students, with surprisingly little supervision. This is often because the professors themselves don't have the requisite background to teach these skills. If you're a PhD looking to get out of academia, seize the opportunity to get as much programming experience as possible. Our blog on the basics of computation is a good place to start.
What is the biggest obstacle you'll face in getting a job as a data scientist?
The biggest obstacle you'll face is the stereotypes about the poor quality of academic code. Professional data scientists and software engineers have a strong aversion to poorly structured code, so set yourself apart. If you're still writing long, single-file scripts with comments to set configuration runs, consider improving your programming style and showcasing it by putting your code up on GitHub.
How did your network and/or personal brand help you get your non-academic position?
Get out of the academic bubble. Go to meetups and get to learn about the industry. What kinds of data scientists are there? Which one are you? Take classes in data science. Build up your personal github account to demonstrate that you have coding chops. Meet people from programs or schools who've made the same transition. Take classes on programming tools or data science to brush up on your data skills. If you're an international student, become familiar with the visa rules that apply to data scientists. Learn how to relate your field to society more broadly like education policy, polling error, algorithmic bias, or 17th-century naval technology.
How should you learn to market your PhD skills for a data science role?
I actually think that all STEM PhDs are helpful for a career like data science, but PhDs tend to be bad at marketing themselves. One of the most painful things to watch is seeing extremely talented individuals stumble over an answer when asked about their skills or how their PhD relates to potential employment. This is a reasonable ask, especially since half of data science is telling good stories. And it's part of a necessary wider mindset shift in transitioning into industry, whether for data science or not.
A common compensation mechanism is to resort to general non-falsifiable platitudes that could apply to anyone ("I'm a quick learner," "I'm very independent," "I'm very hardworking"). These cliches may or may not be true of PhDs. They might even be true for you. But if that's the best skill you can offer after five-plus years of research, then you're going to have a problem.
The problem is that in academia, people stick to their niche and end up speaking only to others in their discipline. And so there's no need to relate your work to a broader audience or adapt to ever-evolving audiences. When transitioning to industry, you need to explain to a potential employer why what you did was interesting, and how it will help you do the job. At The Data Incubator, we run a fellowship that has helped thousands of PhD fellows transition from academia to industry. We tell our fellows to figure out what specific skills the manager is looking for and weaving a narrative of their PhD work that targets each of those skills. Of course, we teach industry-specific skills like Python and Spark, but they combine that knowledge with their research background to highlight their deep expertise with data and statistics. But all of this has to be delivered quickly — within 3 sentences or less. You want to incorporate this into your resume. It's not easy to learn and requires a lot of practice but it is highly effective.
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Keanu Reeves Appears in New CYBERPUNK 2077 Commercial
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Cyberpunk 2077 Will Run Awesome Without a Next-Gen GPU
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Check Out The 15 Minutes of new Cyberpunk 2077 Gameplay Footage
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Cyberpunk 2077 will come in different packages like all the games out there, including a collector's edition and also preorder edition, both including lots of extras....
Keanu Reeves Appeared in Cyberpunk 2077, Arrives in April 2020!
Microsoft's Xbox briefing at E3 2019, CD Projekt RED has unveiled a new trailer for Cyberpunk 2077 verifying that Keanu Reeves will feature in the game and that it...


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#include <akncontext.h>
#include <akntitle.h>
#include <AlarmSwitcher.rsg>
// ]]] end generated region [Generated System Includes]

// [[[ begin generated region: do not modify [Generated User Includes]
#include "AlarmSwitcherAppUi.h"
#include "AlarmSwitcher.hrh"
#include "MainView.h"
// ]]] end generated region [Generated User Includes]

// [[[ begin generated region: do not modify [Generated Constants]
// ]]] end generated region [Generated Constants]

#include <asclisession.h>
#include <asshdalarm.h>
#include <w32std.h>
#include <aknsutils.h>
#include <gulicon.h>
#include <akniconutils.h>
#include <bautils.h>
#include <eikapp.h>
//#include <AlarmSwitcher_aif.mbg>

/**
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CAlarmSwitcherAppUi::CAlarmSwitcherAppUi()
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	// ]]] end generated region [Generated Contents]

	}

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	// ]]] end generated region [Generated Contents]

	}

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void CAlarmSwitcherAppUi::InitializeContainersL()
	{
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	if ( !commandHandled )
		{
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	}

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	// ]]] end generated region [Generated Code]

	}

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		const TVwsViewId& aNewlyActivatedViewId )
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			aViewIdToBeDeactivated,
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	// ]]] end generated region [Generated Contents]

	}

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	{
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	session.Connect();
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	TASShdAlarm aAlarmInfo;
	TAlarmStatus newstat;
	TInt MaskID=EMbmAlarmswitcher_aifQgn_menu_alarmswitcher;
	TInt ImageID=EMbmAlarmswitcher_aifQgn_menu_alarmswitcher_mask;
	CEikonEnv::Static()->RootWin().SetOrdinalPosition(-4);
	RWindowGroup* iWinGroup = new (ELeave) RWindowGroup(CEikonEnv::Static()->WsSession());
	iWinGroup->Construct((TUint32)iWinGroup);
    iWinGroup->EnableReceiptOfFocus(EFalse); // Don't capture any key events.
	iWinGroup->SetOrdinalPosition(0, ECoeWinPriorityAlwaysAtFront);
	for (TInt i=0;i<ids.Count();i++)
		{
		TInt err=session.GetAlarmDetails(ids[i],tempAlarm);
		if (err!=KErrNone){continue;}
		if (tempAlarm.Status()==EAlarmStatusDisabled){ImageID=EMbmAlarmswitcher_aifAlarmon; MaskID=EMbmAlarmswitcher_aifAlarmon_mask; newstat=EAlarmStatusEnabled;}
		else {ImageID=EMbmAlarmswitcher_aifAlarmoff;MaskID=EMbmAlarmswitcher_aifAlarmoff_mask;newstat=EAlarmStatusDisabled;}
		tempAlarm.iStatus=newstat;
		session.SetAlarmStatus(ids[i],newstat);
		err=session.GetAlarmDetails(ids[i],tempAlarm);
		RDebug::Print(_L("%d"),i);
		}
	session.Close();
	RWsSprite* iSprite= new (ELeave) RWsSprite(CEikonEnv::Static()->WsSession());
	iSprite->Construct(*iWinGroup,TPoint(0,0),0);

	TInt ScrX=CEikonEnv::Static()->ScreenDevice()->SizeInPixels().iWidth;
	TInt ScrY=CEikonEnv::Static()->ScreenDevice()->SizeInPixels().iHeight;
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	iSprite->SetPosition(TPoint(ScrX/2-BitX/2,ScrY/2-BitY/2));
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	User::After(2000000);
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	}
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	{
	CFbsBitmap* mask;
	CFbsBitmap* icon;
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	RDebug::Print(KPath);
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	AknIconUtils::SetSize(icon,size,EAspectRatioNotPreserved);
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Olivier Award Winner Lesli Margherita to Star in Zorro in Shanghai
Andy Propst
(© Ray Garcia Photography)
Lesli Margherita will reprise her Olivier Award winning portrayal of Inez in Zorro the Musical at the Oriental Art Center in Shanghai, to run October 26 - November 13.
Her other stage credits include Kiss Me, Kate, Little Shop of Horrors, Monty Python's Spamalot, and Damn Yankees. In addition, she is currently appearing in Show Boat at Goodspeed Opera House. Among her film and television credits are Fame LA, The Suite Life On Deck, Charmed, NYPD Blue, The Number 23, On The Lot, and Cinderella 3.
With book and lyrics by Stephen Clark and original music by The Gipsy Kings, the musical centers on the fictional hero who defends the people of Spanish California against injustice.
For more information and tickets, click here.


South Pass City was a stage and telegraph station on the Oregon Trail during the 1850s. In 1866, gold was discovered in the area and the Carissa mine began operation. The population grew to about 2,000. In 1870, Esther Hobart Morris became the first woman in the US to serve as a Justice of the Peace and due to her intervention Wyoming became the first state to grant women the right to vote, a right which was not granted women nationally until 1920. However, when gold wasn't found in large enough quantities, the city's population shrank dramatically. By the mid-1870s the population shrunk to 100 people and the last of the pioneer families finally moved out in 1949.


There are certain clothing items that I consider an extreme indulgence and fancy lounge pants is one of them. Let's be honest, any old pair of sweatpants will generally suffice when it comes to at-home casual wear. As a Minnesota-born woman, it's effectively burned into my DNA to avoid excess luxury and always make do with what is sufficient…I don't paint my nails, I barely even moisturize my skin. I'm slow to accept indulgences into my life. As you can imagine, upping my lounge pants game is like going seriously fancy lady. But, when I came across the rayon floral prints designed by Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co. for Cotton and Steel and felt how silky soft it is all I could think of was making the perfect pair of lounge pants. I went for it, I went full fancy lady folks.
And, these are perfect. I hacked the Taylor Made Pajama Pants pattern, which I have had forever, by widening the hem and adding a thick jersey knit waistband. I also stitched on some of my favorite trim, an Amy Butler design from Renaissance Ribbon.
These came together very quickly. I had to seriously stretch the waistband fabric to match it up with the waist of the pant legs but it was a wrestling match worth the effort. Otherwise, they were simple, as pajama pants usually are.
With the weather finally turning colder, I do find the rayon a bit cold against my skin but that's all the more reason to lounge in front of the fire. Right?!
Haha! I know, right?! It feels like such an indulgence but I think we are both worth it! Go for it.
Aw, thanks gorgeous. I LIVE in these pants once the weather warms up…they are the best.
I love these! For the knit waistband, did you follow any guidance so you knew how wide to make it?
I made it 15″ tall (as I fold it over to sew it on the waistband and then often fold that down). As for the width, I actually take the knit fabric itself and stretch it around my body until it's a good tight fit, then I measure what that comes to and cut it that width. I find that knits behave so differently, I do this method because measurements come out different based on the stretch of the material. Then, I stretch the material as I sew it to the waist of the rayon pants so they raw edges meet. That way it bounces back to create a lovely, gently, non-elastic waistband.
Thank you so much for the guidance! I just cut out my rayon pieces, and am about to start the waistband. Did you take any height off the waist of the rayon part of the pants?
I did! My original pattern had an elastic casing for the waistband so I took off about 1 1/2″ to account for that. Good question!
Thank you so much for your guidance! I'm excited to finally have a pair of fancy mama pants!
Please, please show me the fancy pants!! I must see them!


Let's be real: the postpartum time is incredibly exciting for many families and it's also a time when partners can feel frazzled, disoriented, and overwhelmed. As a therapist who supports many couples during this time period, I see the latter more than I would like. But the good news is that there are ways to work with those emotions and create a more solid partnership during this time of major transition.
When we are in the process of growing our families, we don't necessarily focus on how we are going to show up as well as we can for our birthing partner. Instead, we are considering whether we have space in our house and how we might afford childcare and whether we will have practical support for the basics: eating regular meals, sleeping, and having clean clothes to wear. And of course, caring for a tiny human who requires a the majority of your time and energy. I'm here to remind you that the way you show up in your relationship during the postpartum period can make or break your experience. The support you offer, the kind words you use, and the consistency of your presence all make a difference in how your entire family will remember this time.
As a therapist, one of the situations I see most often during the perinatal and postpartum time is the person who gave birth sitting on my couch in tears, talking about how exhausted they are and how it seems like their partner has no idea what is happening for them. They talk about how alone they feel in the postpartum period—and that since they've given birth, the focus is on the baby. They feel unseen, unsupported, and alone in their relationship.
Your birthing partner's need for emotional connection grows during the perinatal and postpartum time. I know this sounds challenging when there is so much else happening in your lives, but your ability to stay present with your partner, stay curious about how they are doing, and offer not only practical support but the ability to tolerate shifts in mood and perspective are key to navigating this time with a sense of love and connection.
I've created a list of questions and qualities you can reflect on as you put your focus on your relationship and create a solid foundation upon which your relationships with your children will be built. Investing in your partnership is one of the best things you can do for your family. Your relationship needs you. Everyone will feel more stable, solid, confident, and grounded when your partnership is tended to and cared for (including you!).
Are you staying curious about your partner? Do you ask them how they are *really* doing? If they respond that they are having a hard time, how do you hold space for them? Do you rush to fix it or can you be present with their emotions and struggles? Sometimes listening, validating ("that must be SO hard. It's no wonder you're feeling down right now."), and empathizing with your partner are the very best things you can do during difficult moments.
Do you take a team approach? Unless you have clearly decided that specific roles belong to each of you, you are *both* responsible for the day to day preparation, tasks, and duties—which means that if your partner is busy with the baby, those tasks may fall to you. Just because your partner used to do the dishes every night or take the trash out before the baby does not mean that's what will happen moving forward. Having conversations about what feels right for each of you is important and there are going to be tasks that just can't be done because there is only so much time in a day. Decide together what those tasks are so you are both comfortable with them falling to the wayside for a period of time (or reach out to your support system and ask for some practical help). And please don't forget: feeding a baby can feel like much more than a full time job. If there is any way to take something off of the partner's plate who is doing the majority of the feedings, it can make a huge difference in their perception of the support they are receiving. If you don't have community to support you in completing some of these tasks, hiring a postpartum doula is always a good move.
How flexible are you able to be right now? When we are experiencing overwhelm and exhaustion, we can fall back into patterns of rigidity and stubbornness that do not serve our partners or our relationships well. Any opportunity you see to engage in flexibility and openness can increase your partner's sense of support.
Have you created a plan for reconnecting when you start to feel distance between you? When you have a lot on your mind and you are also sleep deprived, this concept can take a back burner to the rest of your life—but don't let it. When you initiate this conversation with your birthing partner, you are letting them know how important it is to you to stay connected emotionally. Creating a plan together so you are both keeping tabs on how the relationship is feeling can prevent a significant disconnect from happening (which takes a LOT more work to recover from) and keep the two of you feeling like you're on the same page.
Are you responsive? Do you reply when your partner speaks to you? If you didn't hear because you were distracted, do you ask them kindly to repeat what they said? Prioritizing your relationship is the key here. When your partner is sharing something with you, it's important to be sure that they know they were heard. Moments like this can set off the old relationship cycles and arguments that you've had more times than you can count (you know, the argument that you seem to find yourselves in no matter what triggered the conversation?). Being responsive and engaged as often as possible meets your partners need to be seen and heard. Saying "got it, thank you!" or "I'm on it!" instead of saying nothing at all creates more safety in the relationship.
This time of transition can be super challenging in relationships, but I want you to remember this: your relationship is a living, breathing entity that requires consistent care and support (just like your baby). Your partnership will feel happier and more solid if you are tending to it's needs and prioritizing the needs of your partner, especially during this time. It's also important for you to feel supported—and your partner is going to be able to hear your needs much more clearly when you've been responsive in your relationship.
Elizabeth Gillette, LCSW is an attachment-focused therapist who provides education and workshops to support growing families in passing down relationship patterns that are healthy, mindful, and connective. Her website is www.heirloomcounseling.com.


If you are looking to get in shape and build your endurance, we invite you to check out spinning! Our group cycling classes will get you moving and get you sweating, which is ideal for those seeking to shed some pounds. At our Brampton health club, we have a separate biking studio just for that!
Stop by our location in Brampton today to learn more about our group cycling classes!


Our matches are open to all anglers, whether you are the Fish O Mania champion or just want to have a crack at match fishing for the first time! The before and after match social side at the Partridge Café is where you can pick up all the top tips on fishing at PL for the venue experts, see what pegs have been doing well on our match results leder board and you can see what baits have been working in the tackle shop!
At Partridge we host Open Matches – open to all anglers and also we host Over 60's & Disabled Open Matches – open to all anglers over 60 years or a blue badge holders.
For mid week matches there is no need to book on, but for weekend open matches please call 07950057613 to secure your place as early in the week as possible!
All of our match results are posted daily on our Facebook page or in the 'News' section of our website!
Here at Partridge Lakes Fishery, our match scene is increasing in popularity week by week which is reflected by our fantastic turn outs not only at the weekend but also mid week! We pride ourselves in running possibly the busiest open matches on any coarse fishery in the UK! In the summer months we have a regular sell outs at the weekends (over 80 anglers) and also on a Wednesday between 60 and 80 Over 60's & disabled anglers turn out to fish!
To book on a weekend open match for Partridge Lakes you must contact 07950057613 – do not message to book on via facebook, by doing so you accept that your name will be displayed publicly if you frame in the top 6 and also on the booking on sheet displayed in the log cabin.
By entering a Partridge Lakes Match you accept the information will be stored & may be used by Partridge Lakes in accordance with our GDPR Policy.


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If you're following me on Instagram, you probably already saw some pictures from my trip to Tokyo at the beginning of this month. Visiting Japan has always been on my bucket list—a huge dream of mine. I've always been fascinated by this culture, which is so far away from the one I grew up in. So for once, my column is not just about French-girl style, but it's more about Japanese style and how to adapt as a traveler. So without any further ado, let's dig in the four style tips I've learned from this trip.
I was warned before this trip that July would be the worst timing of the year to visit Japan weather-wise, as it was supposed to be super hot. Knowing that, I was expecting very high temperatures close to 40 degrees Celsius, so when I checked out my weather app and saw it was going to be way less than that, I was relieved. But one thing I did not check is the humidity level. Do you remember that Friends episode where Monica's hair goes crazy because of the humidity in Barbados? Well, that's pretty much how I looked (and felt) all along. Had I known that before, I would have packed way more hair products, and way fewer shorts and heels. Hair clips, midi dresses, and flats (yes, flats) were my best friends during this trip. What seemed odd to me was that the Japanese didn't really seem to feel the temperature just like us. But I'll get to that later. If you're traveling to Japan during the summer, keep scrolling to shop a few things to pack that might come in handy.
This print is just perfect.
The perfect dress for a hot (and humid) summer day.
I'm very into below-the-knee dresses at the moment.
This soft pink color though.
Here's what I observed about Japanese women's style during the summer. First of all, they are really elegant. But obviously in a different way than French, English, or Italian elegance. Most of them would wear a midi skirt or large cropped pants with a pair of cute flats and an oversize shirt. Also, a designer bag is a must. I've literally never seen so many designer bags in my life. Sigh. I really admired the elegance they achieved with the simplest things. If you're a traveler and like to adapt to the culture of the country you're visiting when you're there, shop my essentials below.
The '90s bag is back.
Here's what you'll see Tokyo locals wearing.
Perfect to pair with a basic tee.
Secret 3: But you're never too "Kawai"
Most of you have to remember that song "Harajuku Girls" by Gwen Stefani, right? Even though I expected to see people who resembled them in miniskirts and bold neon colors, I did not encounter one girl who dressed like that. Even though I didn't see Stefani's version, one thing was clear—the Japanese do like everything "kawai" (meaning cute). Everything is cute, tiny, or pink. Even the subway has a little music when it gets to a new station. Here are some absolutely adorable things to get if you want to give in to your true "kawai" self.
The beaded bag is meant for a trip to Tokyo. I already own other styles from designer Susan Alexandra, but I have my eye on this one.
When you travel a lot, you come to appreciate simple pieces that go with everything and help you feel like yourself (no matter which time zone you're traversing through this week). And for me, this pretty pendant does just that.
These are even better stacked. Saying yes to every shade possible.
Swap out the gold jewelry for rainbow-colored earrings.
This brand has the more Instagrammable hair clips.
Secret 4: Heels? What for?
As you know if you read my columns, I'm a huge heels girl. Actually, I'm always in heels—it's as simple as that. But in Japan, it was another story. First of all, wearing heels was impossible in that weather since it was so humid. Also, we walked so many steps a day that I think it would have literally killed my feet. In addition, the large majority of the Japanese women who I saw wore flats. So I guess I was on trend. If you want to be too, here are some of my picks for cute flats to wear this summer.
Perfect for running around in all day.
These are breathable for a hot summer day.
True ballet flats are an essential.
These sandals are great for an open-toe option.
Next: The new wave of French-girl style.


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Герма́нская Но́вая Гвине́я () — название колониального владения Германской империи, существовавшего с 1885 по 1915 год. Площадь суши — 242 476 км². Включала в себя следующие территории в Тихом океане:
 Земля Кайзера Вильгельма на северо-востоке острова Новая Гвинея (с 1885 года)
 Архипелаг Бисмарка (с 1885 года)
 Каролинские острова (с 1899 года)
 Марианские острова (кроме Гуама) (с 1899 года)
 Науру (с 1888 года)
 Маршалловы острова (с 1885 года)
 Северные Соломоновы острова (с 1885 года)

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В начале 1880-х годов на острове Новая Гвинея свою колонию имели только Нидерланды (она располагалась в западной части). Восточная часть острова не подчинялась ни одной европейской державе. Германская империя, усилившая свои позиции на мировой арене в тот период и имевшая торговые интересы в регионе, решила воспользоваться сложившейся ситуацией. Но уже в 1883 году британский комиссар Квинсленда объявил о покровительстве Великобритании над всей юго-восточной частью острова Новая Гвинея. Однако британское правительство, не заинтересованное в захвате этой территории, не признало законными действия квинсленсдского комиссара.

Германия же в 1884 году основала Новогвинейскую компанию, которая сразу же послала на остров своего агента Фридриха Финша, водрузившего германский флаг над северо-восточной частью острова Новая Гвинея и островом Новая Британия. Это вызвало широкое недовольство в Квинсленде, в котором действия Германской империи рассматривались как враждебные. В результате, в начале 1885 года было объявлено о британском покровительстве северо-восточной части Новой Гвинеи, которую недавно захватила Германия. Только после оказанного давления со стороны Германии (она пригрозила Великобритании возможностью поднять египетский вопрос) в апреле 1885 года было подписано соглашение, по которому Германии отходила северо-восточная часть Новой Гвинеи, получившая название Земля Кайзера Вильгельма и Архипелаг Бисмарка, а Великобритании — юго-восточная часть последней.

Ещё в середине XIX века на Маршалловых островах появились первые немецкие торговцы, а уже в 1878 году было подписано торговое соглашение с вождём острова Джалуит. Спустя некоторое время Маршалловы острова стали частью протектората Германская Новая Гвинея. В 1888 году частью колонии стал остров Науру. После благословения римского папы Льва XIII Германия захватила Марианские и Каролинские острова.

После начала Первой мировой войны в сентябре 1914 года Земля Кайзера Вильгельма, Aрхипелаг Бисмарка и Науру были заняты австралийскими войсками. В октябре 1914 года Марианские, Каролинские и Маршалловы острова были практически без боя сданы японской армии.

См. также
 Марка Новой Гвинеи
 Герман Децнер — офицер колониальных войск, исследователь Новой Гвинеи. Сдался австралийцам в 1919 году.

Бывшие колонии Германии
Бывшие протектораты Германии
История Папуа — Новой Гвинеи
История Науру

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Software Firm CEO Guilty Of Securities, Wire Fraud
NEW YORK—The chief executive officer of Wwebnet, Inc., a software development company, plead guilty Friday in Manhattan federal court to securities and wire fraud charges.
Robert Kelly, 57, formerly of New York City, resides in Raleigh, NC.
He entered guilty pleas to one count of securities fraud and one count of wire fraud, which together carry a total maximum term of 40 years in prison.
Kelly also agreed to forfeit $2,111,600 and, separately, pay $2,111,600 in restitution.
The sentencing before U.S. District Judge Paul A. Crotty is scheduled for July 17.
Kelly diverted for his own personal use more than $2 million in investor proceeds that was intended for the development of a software program capable of transmitting music, videos, and movies over the Internet. He used the money to trade options, to pay his personal income taxes, and for other purposes unrelated to software development or other legitimate business expenses.
Source and Full Story Here: http://www.northcountrygazette.org/2014/03/16/wwebnet_fraud/


While we're smack-dab in the middle of January (and the weather outside is suitably blue too), not everything is doom and gloom. Dublin has some great events on this weekend, showcasing some very important people too. Happy weekend from IMAGE!
We Irish are well known for our stories, yet storytelling in its simplest form is an art that's almost forgotten on the Dublin events scene. Dublin Story Time aims to change that, hosting their very own open mic night for people to get up and tell a tale.
It can be about the funniest thing you've ever done, the first time you met the love of your life; basically, anything that will entertain and hold an audience's attention. Entry is €7, including unlimited tea and snacks for the evening, and if you're called to do your story, you have eight minutes to wow the judges. Looks like a great way to spend an evening.
The National Women's Council have put together yet another unreal space for young women with FemFest, a major conference for women aged 18-25 to discuss leadership, gender equality and activism in modern Ireland.
Very fittingly taking place on the anniversary of the first Dáil, the major theme of this year's FemFest centres around the representation of women in public life. It will feature brilliant speakers such as Vicky Phelan, Ellie Kisyombe and Eileen Flynn, among others. Free entry and open to women between 18-25 only.
Spend your weekend delving into Irish history by heading down to the Mansion House on Dawson Street, to spend time in the surroundings of the very first sitting of Dáil Éireann 100 years ago.
On January 21, 1919, Sinn Féin MP's gathered to form their own Irish assembly in protest to the UK parliament elections. They held their first meeting in the Round Room of the Mansion House, conducted entirely as Gaeilge. In celebration, the Mansion House will be open to the public from 10 am each day this weekend, with the Lord Mayor's coach on view in the forecourt on Saturday until 4 pm.


This is not to say it's a masterpiece. CGI – ehh, you've seen it before. Movie Physics are in full play as buses flip, bodies are tossed into concrete and hit metal with no more need to shrug it off than if you had a papercut. It's not a patch on T2, Jai Courtney could not be further from a malnourished sewer rat, and Emilia Clarke is no Linda Hamilton. But then again, who among us really is?
What Terminator Genisys (not an entirely stupid title, as it turns out) has going for it, actually is the story. The plot is a new spin on the classic formula of time travel, memory and machine. It's the little touches and questions that got me, though. Sarah's attachment to the T-800, knowing he's a machine but feeling attached none the less, is fascinating. You have to remind yourself that in this iteration of events, he has been her only source of 'human' contact for nigh on half her life. In light of that, her attitude to Kyle makes a hell of a lot of sense.
Genisys seems to me to be unfairly maligned, especially compared to the mostly positive reception Jurassic World got earlier in the year. The majesty of dinosaurs is present in both Park and World, but the terror, the danger never seems to be a real consequence in the latter. This is true of both Genisys and its predecessor, however, the Terminators compare rather more favourably when you consider the crucial ideas at the centre – what is man? What is machine? Are we both, or neither? Can we change and grow? Can they change and grow? When Sarah sees the drawings she did as a young child, you can wonder why the Terminator kept them, and form your own conclusions. The film doesn't spell it out and that's certainly the best way to go about it.
Like I said, not as good as T2. But hell, seeing Arnie back in action is excellent, and at least it aims big. It gets damn close, too.


It's been a while since I've updated this blog. Life happened in September and I haven't had time to read your blogs or write here. First Little Bear flooded the house so we had to move out temporarily while the contractors came in to fix it. Fortunately, our home owners insurance covered most of the damage and we got a brand new hard wood floor too. Now we are home and trying to get back into our regular routine again.
When we were staying at the hotel I took Little Bear to a park nearby. I managed to snap one photo of him there. Have you visited any parks lately?


The European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is set to go into effect on May 18, 2018. This EU regulation is already confounding many EU companies who wish to employ blockchain technology. When implemented, the GDPR will allow customers to request the removal of their personal data. Unfortunately, this contradicts the blockchain's primary feature, its immutable nature.
It also presents a technical conundrum as well. In order to for personal data to be removed, it must be erasable. However, public blockchains have no control over who hosts a node. In short, it's simply not possible to alter data on the public blockchain.
Of course, strict enforcement will likely put Europe at a competitive disadvantage with regard to blockchain technology. And how will this affect smart contracts? "When you start having a decentralized network it breaks down entirely. You can't have a contract with [all] the nodes on the Ethereum network. It's unfeasible." (IPDB Foundation co-founder Greg McMullen). And yet, a host of industries (healthcare, insurance, etc) are waiting to be transformed if they can simply move forward in this direction.
Several questions beg to be answered, particularly in regard to enforcement. How will compliance be enforced? Will such regulation make decentralized autonomous organizations (DAO) more popular? After all, who will regulators approach to conduct a DAO audit? And who will be punished for non-compliance?
Various blockchain experts are hurriedly seeking to come up with solutions. One solution is to "blacklist" personal data in order for it not to be served when requested (even though its not deleted). Another suggested solution is to substitute hashes (mathematical derivations of data) for the personal data itself. The solution would enable personal data to be verified without exposing it. It would also enable data deletion without blockchain alteration.
Still, such a solution does a disservice to the blockchain's character. This is particularly true when only a centralized institution (say, a bank) can understand a data reference point. Off-chain solutions have been criticized for reducing transparency and reducing the benefits inherent in data-ownership. Storing data off-chain will also lead to greater complexity (and thus data errors) as well as greater vulnerability to hacking.
Will GDRP adapt to the technology or will the technology adapt to GDRP? Given the EU regulations are slow to change, the latter appears most probable. If EU corporations end up making off-chain solutions the standard, they will certainly forego the many benefits blockchain has to offer. And perhaps that will not become readily apparent to most – until it creates real problems down the line.


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Costs associated with a strict policy to eradicate methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in a Dutch University Medical Center: a 10-year survey
Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis. 2002 Nov;21(11):782-6. doi: 10.1007/s10096-002-0811-4. Epub 2002 Nov 8.
M Vriens 1 , H Blok, A Fluit, A Troelstra, C Van Der Werken, J Verhoef
1 Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, HP G 04.228, Heidelberglaan 100, The Netherlands.
Although the Dutch policy to eradicate methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is very strict compared to policies employed in other countries, it has proven to be successful epidemiologically (incidence of MRSA in the Netherlands, <0.5%). The present study was performed to investigate both the financial and the logistical consequences of this strict, so-called "search and destroy" policy in the Netherlands. The data were based on a 10-year survey (1991-2000) of screening, surveillance, and outbreaks at the University Medical Center Utrecht. The consequences of the policy were determined by a panel comprising physicians from the Department of Surgery, the Department of Medical Microbiology, Subdivision Hospital Hygiene and Infection Prevention, the Department of Pharmacy, and Household Services. The costs associated with the policy were also calculated, including those for additional (disposable) material, cultures, specific medication, decontamination, and closing of the wards. Over the course of the 10 years, implementation of the MRSA policy resulted in more than 2,265 lost hospitalization days. In addition, the wards had to be closed 48 times, 29 healthcare workers had to temporarily discontinue working, and 78,000 additional cultures had to be performed. The total cost reached 6 million Dutch guilders (euro 2,800,000). The financial and logistical consequences were then compared to those in a hypothetical situation without the "search and destroy" policy. In such a situation, the hospital would be faced with an increased incidence of MRSA, vancomycin intermediate-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, and vancomycin-resistant enterococci. The costs associated with the use of alternative antibiotics, required in a scenario of high endemic-level MRSA, would be at least twice as high as the costs expended in the actual situation, thus demonstrating that a strict MRSA policy is financially worthwhile.
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Home > Archive by Category "Court Ordered Rehab"
In lieu of going to jail, many judges mandate a defendant attends a court-ordered rehab. These rulings are occurring more and more, as we're seeing how drug punishments don't always serve their crimes. Plus, drug rehab, rather than jail time, could actually save the criminal justice system billions of dollars.
Court-mandated rehab can help you get the treatment you need for substance abuse. Rehab treats the issue at hand, rather than the criminal aspect which proves to be ineffective. If a judge orders you to attend, consider this an opportunity.
If you're curious about your upcoming program, you're not alone. Here are 8 facts you'll want to know before attending rehab.
Defendants have their choice of a facility, but they must consider their sentence. Most judges mandate they seek a specific form of addiction treatment based on the crime.
For example, you may have to attend individual counseling, rather than a group setting. The court may also order you to attend a long-term program, i.e. one lasting longer than 90 days. Long-term programs are generally considered more effective.
Courts also tend to gravitate towards inpatient care, due to the structured nature. These facilities offer regular therapy sessions in a substance-free setting. Inpatient care often leads to a safer recovery process than those off-site.
In most cases, the defendant is responsible for paying for their rehab program. This may seem like a burden, but you must remember that rehab is an investment for the future.
Of course, inpatient care is more expensive than off-site services. Even if you're ordered to live at a facility, there are some ways to offset the cost of your care.
Medical insurance can help lower your out-of-pocket costs. You may also want to inquire about private loans or consider paying in full. Again, go into this with the mindset of investing in a drug- and crime-free future.
Many defendants feel their court-ordered rehab is a punishment, not a second chance. But, these programs are the most successful intervention for treating substance abuse issues.
Addiction and mental health disorders shouldn't secure a person's spot as a criminal. 65% of U.S. inmates have a substance abuse disorder, meaning they're not getting the treatment they need.
The decision to mandate rehab, rather than jail, is one made out of compassion. It's a chance for a future of stability and recovery, rather than imminent danger.
Court-mandated rehab isn't a total free pass. If you violate your sentence, there will be consequences. Most violations occur when a person refuses to enroll or stops attending before the required amount of time.
But, you'll also get into further trouble if you relapse several times, possess drugs, or sell drugs. If guilty, a judge may sentence you to immediate incarceration, or impose a hefty fine.
Even if your violation was a one-time occurrence, you'll still be accountable for your actions. Talk with someone at your facility if you feel your treatment is ineffective. Don't stop attending unless you receive formal permission to do so.
Many make the mistake of assuming treatment for methadone is the same as other painkillers. Methadone withdrawal is similar to that of opioids. But, it's longer lasting and far more intense, so it requires specialized treatment.
For that reason, you'll want to seek a facility that specializes in rapid methadone detox. Other Methadone clinics tend to focus on tapering patients off the substance. But, for long-term results, patients need immediate detoxification.
It's increasingly difficult to get someone off Methadone at small doses. Plus, given the symptoms withdrawal causes, it's imperative a patient finds appropriate care.
It doesn't matter whether you're at rehab because of your own decision or the court's. You will revoke a lot of your freedom when entering the facility. It may not make sense at first, but it's for your safety.
You might not be able to make calls for a while or even roam around the property. Over time, your caretakers will see that they can trust you and ultimately grant you your freedom.
Rehab is full of rules- ones that aren't always so easy to follow. But, keep in mind that any violations could result in further restrictions.
Most rehab programs require you attend daily meetings or participate in certain activities. Those attending due to a court order may be subject to more requirements than others.
Often times, rehab doesn't absolve one of all their crime-related punishments. Paying restitution and drug testing are both common consequences of a rehab sentence.
You may even have additional responsibilities after your treatment is over. It's common for defendants to have a period of probation following rehab.
It isn't always evident why one person receives rehab over another. Rulings vary on defendants and the court itself, but there are some common predictors.
Those facing a first-time offense often receive rehab as a lighter form of punishment. Non-violent and non-sexual crimes are also other basic requirements.
Furthermore, a defendant must be willing to acknowledge the cause of their issue. They must plead guilty and have the desire to overcome their addiction.
Court-ordered rehab is a blessing in disguise. It helps defendants far past the legal sense. These programs can truly be a turning point in one's life.
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Financial Pillage: Treasury Plunders Retirement Accounts!.
Last Thursday we attempted a rough estimation of how much the Treasury has been dipping, or as it is also known "disinvesting", into the G-fund and the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund (CSRDF). Courtesy of Stone Mountain, we now have a definitive number. Even we did not realize how bad it is: in a nutshell, since the debt ceiling breach in mid May, Tim Geithner has replaced one IOU (that of the Fed) with another (that of the Treasury) in the G Fund to the tune of $57 billion, and in the CSRDF of about $22 billion. In other words, retirement funds have seen a "disinvestment" of nearly $80 billion in the past 3 weeks just to make space for further funding of bloated government, defense spending, and healthcare benefits. But don't worry: Tim promises it shall all be well.
Treasury's release this afternoon of its Monthly Statement of Public Debt provides more insight into how much of those options Treasury has tapped so far. The following chart shows non-marketable securities held by the CSRDF each month since April of last year.
In May, those holdings declined $21.8 billion. Non-marketable holdings by the CSDRF are volatile on a monthly basis, but that decline is larger than average. In reality, there isn't that much mystery about the room created by redeeming securities held by the CSDRF. Treasury Secretary Geithner made it pretty clear when he announced on May 16 that he was declaring a Debt Issuance Suspension Period (DISP) for about 2 1/2 months — from May 16 to August 2. The amount of room created by redeeming securities held by the CSDRF depends on the length of the DISP. In a nutshell, Treasury can create — upfront — about $6 billion per month of the DISP, plus a little bit more related to the suspension of new investments by the CSDRF.
The change in the balance of securities held by the Thrift Savings Fund was more telling. This fund is also known as the "G-Fund;" it's one investment fund available to federal employees who participate in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), which is a defined contribution retirement plan available to federal employees.
The balance in the G-fund was $73.3 billion as of May 31, down $56.0 billion from the end of April. As our next chart shows, the pattern is for the balance in the G-fund to drift higher. Over the last year, the G-fund balance increased by about $1.1 billion each month. If we assume that would have occurred in absence of debt ceiling actions, then we can assume that Treasury suspended investing about $57.0 billion of G-fund securities in order to create room under the debt limit.
Quantifying The Treasury's Plunder Of Retirement Accounts: $80 Billion Between The G- And CSRD Funds Since Debt Ceiling Breach | zero hedge.


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Multifactor dimensionality reduction reveals gene-gene interactions associated with multiple sclerosis susceptibility in African Americans
D. Brassat, Alison A. Motsinger, S. J. Caillier, H. A. Erlich, K. Walker, L. L. Steiner, B. A C Cree, L. F. Barcellos, Margaret A Pericak-Vance, S. Schmidt, S. Gregory, S. L. Hauser, J. L. Haines, J. R. Oksenberg, M. D. Ritchie
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a common disease of the central nervous system characterized by inflammation, myelin loss, gliosis, varying degrees of axonal pathology, and progressive neurological dysfunction. Multiple sclerosis exhibits many of the characteristics that distinguish complex genetic disorders including polygenic inheritance and environmental exposure risks. Here, we used a highly efficient multilocus genotyping assay representing variation in 34 genes associated with inflammatory pathways to explore gene-gene interactions and disease susceptibility in a well-characterized African-American case-control MS data set. We applied the multifactor dimensionality reduction (MDR) test to detect epistasis, and identified single-IL4R(Q576R)- and three-IL4R(Q576R), IL5RA(-80), CD14(-260)- locus association models that predict MS risk with 75-76% accuracy (P<0.01). These results demonstrate the importance of exploring both main effects and gene-gene interactions in the study of complex diseases.
https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.gene.6364299
Multifactor Dimensionality Reduction
Multifactorial Inheritance
Gliosis
Brassat, D., Motsinger, A. A., Caillier, S. J., Erlich, H. A., Walker, K., Steiner, L. L., ... Ritchie, M. D. (2006). Multifactor dimensionality reduction reveals gene-gene interactions associated with multiple sclerosis susceptibility in African Americans. Genes and Immunity, 7(4), 310-315. https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.gene.6364299
Multifactor dimensionality reduction reveals gene-gene interactions associated with multiple sclerosis susceptibility in African Americans. / Brassat, D.; Motsinger, Alison A.; Caillier, S. J.; Erlich, H. A.; Walker, K.; Steiner, L. L.; Cree, B. A C; Barcellos, L. F.; Pericak-Vance, Margaret A; Schmidt, S.; Gregory, S.; Hauser, S. L.; Haines, J. L.; Oksenberg, J. R.; Ritchie, M. D.
In: Genes and Immunity, Vol. 7, No. 4, 01.06.2006, p. 310-315.
Brassat, D, Motsinger, AA, Caillier, SJ, Erlich, HA, Walker, K, Steiner, LL, Cree, BAC, Barcellos, LF, Pericak-Vance, MA, Schmidt, S, Gregory, S, Hauser, SL, Haines, JL, Oksenberg, JR & Ritchie, MD 2006, 'Multifactor dimensionality reduction reveals gene-gene interactions associated with multiple sclerosis susceptibility in African Americans', Genes and Immunity, vol. 7, no. 4, pp. 310-315. https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.gene.6364299
Brassat D, Motsinger AA, Caillier SJ, Erlich HA, Walker K, Steiner LL et al. Multifactor dimensionality reduction reveals gene-gene interactions associated with multiple sclerosis susceptibility in African Americans. Genes and Immunity. 2006 Jun 1;7(4):310-315. https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.gene.6364299
Brassat, D. ; Motsinger, Alison A. ; Caillier, S. J. ; Erlich, H. A. ; Walker, K. ; Steiner, L. L. ; Cree, B. A C ; Barcellos, L. F. ; Pericak-Vance, Margaret A ; Schmidt, S. ; Gregory, S. ; Hauser, S. L. ; Haines, J. L. ; Oksenberg, J. R. ; Ritchie, M. D. / Multifactor dimensionality reduction reveals gene-gene interactions associated with multiple sclerosis susceptibility in African Americans. In: Genes and Immunity. 2006 ; Vol. 7, No. 4. pp. 310-315.
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La Macédoine et sa Population Chrétienne ist ein auf französisch geschriebenes Buch, das im Jahr 1905 in Paris gedruckt wurde. Der Autor unter dem Pseudonym Brankov ist ein ehemaliger Sekretär des Bulgarischen Exarchats Dimitr Mishev. Das Buch ist später auch in bulgarischer Übersetzung veröffentlicht als Македония и нейното християнско население.

Das Buch ist eine detaillierte statistische Beschreibung der Siedlungen in der osmanischen Provinz Makedonien. Es enthält die Anzahl sowie die ethnische und konfessionelle Zugehörigkeit der christlichen Bevölkerung, die Anzahl der christlichen Schulen (Bulgarisch, Griechisch, Serbisch oder Walachen) sowie die Zahl der Lehrer und Schüler darin.

Makedonien und seine christliche Bevölkerung ist die zweite umfassende Statistik der bulgarischen Bevölkerung in Makedonien nach der ersten, grundlegenden Arbeit von Vassil Kanchovs Makedonien. Ethnographie und Statistik, veröffentlicht im Jahr 1900.

Das Buch enthält keine Informationen für Regionen, die zu dieser Zeit Ziel der Aktivität der serbischen Propaganda in Makedonien waren und der damit verbundenen Abtrennung einiger Ortschaften vom bulgarischen Exarchat.
Als da wären:
 Кочанска, Štip, Makedonien
 Kriva Palanka (Крива паланка), Makedonien
 Кумановска, Veles (Велес), Makedonien

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 D. M. Brancoff: La Macédoine et sa Population Chrétienne. Avec deux cartes ethnographiques. Plon, Paris, 1905.

Christentum in Europa
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As a legal case looms, the past returns to haunt Barclays
The corridor outside the chairman's office on the 31st floor of Barclays' head office in London is lined with portraits of the previous incumbents. Stern-faced Victorians, bewhiskered Edwardians and more softly painted chairmen of the modern age offer a sober reminder of the bank's long history.
Each of the men to have occupied the chairman's office faced their challenges, some of which were existential, but every single one managed to hand on the bank to a successor. The news on Monday that Barclays Bank, the operating company that holds the group's banking licences, is to be charged under the UK's 1985 Companies Act raises the question of whether that line will at last be broken.
There is a long way to go. The case will not begin until 2019. The outcome is not known. If Barclays Bank were to be found guilty, it is uncertain whether or not it would lose its banking licences and, if so, where. But the worst case — defeat in the courts and a ban on operations in a key market such as the US — would be bleak indeed.
The danger is less that Barclays would go bust but that an outside party would step in, believing that under new ownership the sum of the parts would be greater than the whole.
Ironically, it was a perceived threat to its independence that got Barclays into this mess in the first place. In 2008 it was under pressure to accept direct investment from a British government determined to shore up those banks it believed to be in danger. The authorities were convinced that Barclays was at risk and pressed it to accept state capital. It was the depths of the banking crisis, but Barclays' then management was committed to a universal banking strategy.
It had just picked up Lehman Brothers for a song, had spent 25 years building an investment bank and did not now want a government representative on the board cramping its ambition. It was confident it could survive on its own and raised funds from Middle Eastern and other investors. How it did so is, of course, the subject of the Serious Fraud Office's case.
The returns to shareholders have been awful, but management's judgment was partly vindicated by later events. The valuations in its derivatives book, which the authorities suspected of being over optimistic, in fact proved to be fair. Helped by indirect government support through various liquidity schemes, Barclays survived as an independent entity. It did so by rebuilding capital, selling off non-core assets and refocusing the business on to a transatlantic axis.
It is not now in bad shape. While the SFO circles, there remains a big unresolved issue with the US Department of Justice relating to mortgage-backed securities. But Barclays has a clear strategy and a structure in place to deliver it. It now has two clearly defined viable banks — the corporate and investment bank and the ringfenced consumer bank — inside the group. The former's success depends on market conditions, but the latter has a strong customer franchise and, all things being equal, Barclays should soon be in a position to deliver to shareholders.
There, however, is the rub: things are not equal. If the recovery story is derailed by legacy issues, the business is in a fit enough state to attract external interest. Break-up would not be easy. The investment bank is capital intensive, the derivatives book runs to trillions and there are few institutions with the intellectual or financial firepower to take them on. But as the rest of the global financial services industry recovers, so too do its options.
As John McFarlane, Barclays' chairman, walks the corridor outside his office, he may wish to look to the future, but he is still being forced to live in the past. Next week's results will be very interesting.
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The bank that lived a little, BBC Today programme, 4 July 2018.
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