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package org.apache.logging.log4j.core.pattern;

import org.apache.logging.log4j.util.PerformanceSensitive;
import org.apache.logging.log4j.util.ReadOnlyStringMap;
import org.apache.logging.log4j.core.LogEvent;
import org.apache.logging.log4j.core.config.plugins.Plugin;
import org.apache.logging.log4j.core.util.Constants;
import org.apache.logging.log4j.util.TriConsumer;
import org.apache.logging.log4j.util.StringBuilders;

/**
 * Able to handle the contents of the LogEvent's MDC and either
 * output the entire contents of the properties in a similar format to the
 * java.util.Hashtable.toString(), or to output the value of a specific key
 * within the property bundle
 * when this pattern converter has the option set.
 */
@Plugin(name = "MdcPatternConverter", category = PatternConverter.CATEGORY)
@ConverterKeys({ "X", "mdc", "MDC" })
@PerformanceSensitive("allocation")
public final class MdcPatternConverter extends LogEventPatternConverter {

    private static final ThreadLocal<StringBuilder> threadLocal = new ThreadLocal<>();
    private static final int DEFAULT_STRING_BUILDER_SIZE = 64;

    /**
     * Name of property to output.
     */
    private final String key;
    private final String[] keys;
    private final boolean full;

    /**
     * Private constructor.
     *
     * @param options options, may be null.
     */
    private MdcPatternConverter(final String[] options) {
        super(options != null && options.length > 0 ? "MDC{" + options[0] + '}' : "MDC", "mdc");
        if (options != null && options.length > 0) {
            full = false;
            if (options[0].indexOf(',') > 0) {
                keys = options[0].split(",");
                for (int i = 0; i < keys.length; i++) {
                    keys[i] = keys[i].trim();
                }
                key = null;
            } else {
                keys = null;
                key = options[0];
            }
        } else {
            full = true;
            key = null;
            keys = null;
        }
    }

    /**
     * Obtains an instance of PropertiesPatternConverter.
     *
     * @param options options, may be null or first element contains name of property to format.
     * @return instance of PropertiesPatternConverter.
     */
    public static MdcPatternConverter newInstance(final String[] options) {
        return new MdcPatternConverter(options);
    }

    private static final TriConsumer<String, Object, StringBuilder> WRITE_KEY_VALUES_INTO = new TriConsumer<String, Object, StringBuilder>() {
        @Override
        public void accept(final String key, final Object value, final StringBuilder sb) {
            if (sb.length() > 1) {
                sb.append(", ");
            }
            sb.append(key).append('=');
            StringBuilders.appendValue(sb, value);
        }
    };

    /**
     * {@inheritDoc}
     */
    @Override
    public void format(final LogEvent event, final StringBuilder toAppendTo) {
        final ReadOnlyStringMap contextData = event.getContextData();
        // if there is no additional options, we output every single
        // Key/Value pair for the MDC in a similar format to Hashtable.toString()
        if (full) {
            if (contextData == null || contextData.size() == 0) {
                toAppendTo.append("{}");
                return;
            }
            appendFully(contextData, toAppendTo);
        } else {
            if (keys != null) {
                if (contextData == null || contextData.size() == 0) {
                    toAppendTo.append("{}");
                    return;
                }
                appendSelectedKeys(keys, contextData, toAppendTo);
            } else if (contextData != null){
                // otherwise they just want a single key output
                final Object value = contextData.getValue(key);
                if (value != null) {
                    StringBuilders.appendValue(toAppendTo, value);
                }
            }
        }
    }

    private static void appendFully(final ReadOnlyStringMap contextData, final StringBuilder toAppendTo) {
        final StringBuilder sb = getStringBuilder();
        sb.append("{");
        contextData.forEach(WRITE_KEY_VALUES_INTO, sb);
        sb.append('}');
        toAppendTo.append(sb);
        trimToMaxSize(sb);
    }

    private static void appendSelectedKeys(final String[] keys, final ReadOnlyStringMap contextData, final StringBuilder toAppendTo) {
        // Print all the keys in the array that have a value.
        final StringBuilder sb = getStringBuilder();
        sb.append("{");
        for (int i = 0; i < keys.length; i++) {
            final String theKey = keys[i];
            final Object value = contextData.getValue(theKey);
            if (value != null) { // !contextData.containskey(theKey)
                if (sb.length() > 1) {
                    sb.append(", ");
                }
                sb.append(theKey).append('=');
                StringBuilders.appendValue(sb, value);
            }
        }
        sb.append('}');
        toAppendTo.append(sb);
        trimToMaxSize(sb);
    }

    private static StringBuilder getStringBuilder() {
        StringBuilder result = threadLocal.get();
        if (result == null) {
            result = new StringBuilder(DEFAULT_STRING_BUILDER_SIZE);
            threadLocal.set(result);
        }
        result.setLength(0);
        return result;
    }

    private static void trimToMaxSize(final StringBuilder stringBuilder) {
        StringBuilders.trimToMaxSize(stringBuilder, Constants.MAX_REUSABLE_MESSAGE_SIZE);
    }
}

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2016 District Activist Leader of the Year and Advocacy Volunteer Hall of Fame Awardees Announced at Public Policy Conference
March 20, 2017 – Today, Carol Fulkerson was awarded the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's 2016 District Activist Leader of the Year award and Rick Rovak was awarded the Advocacy Volunteer Hall of Fame award at the 2017 Public Policy Conference in Washington, D.C.
Fulkerson of Bend, Ore., shared, "Being here in DC and engaging with our elected officials at the Public Policy Conference was an energizer for me, and inspired me to participate in a higher level of advocacy. I can honestly say that for every advocacy effort or project that I have been involved in, without the voices of advocates to raise awareness of issues and to stay on message then the requested changes, improvements, funding, or compliance with the ADA would NOT have occurred. The advocacy each of us engages in for improving the lives of people who live with MS will ultimately benefit a very large segment of the population. I hope the enthusiasm you experience at this conference and during our Hill visits will carry you forward to continue to engage in advocacy efforts, large or small, in your communities. There is so much to be done."
Fulkerson first became interested in advocacy through experiences with her local MS support group in 1996. She spent the next decade engaging her local, state and federal elected officials on a host of important issues, including: compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); Department of Justice-related matters ; the accessibility of popular area attractions and Bend Area Transit (Carol was lead plaintiff); accessible parking at the Bend hospital; and more. She collaborated with her State Representative to create legislation which required standards for accessible paths of travel to U.S. Postal Service approved cluster mailbox units. She worked with the U.S. Access Board to identify appropriate language and new accessibility standards were written and included in the Oregon Building Code, which passed unanimously through both chambers of the Oregon legislature, and adopted by all jurisdictions in the State. Carol's outreach during the passage of the 21st Century Cures Act solidified her relationship with her local U.S. Representative Greg Walden—he even mentioned her on the U.S. House floor during debate. Carol regularly attends in-district and August recess visits with her elected officials.
After a 40 year career in sales, Rick Rovak of St. Louis, Mo., shared, "Now I'm selling something much more important. Getting a sale in advocacy is ALWAYS important. We must find a way to yes….get the order. All of us depend on it. I got involved with the Society because I have two young adult daughters who are very healthy. I think everybody should enjoy the same break my family has. Advocating for NMSS helps me reach my potential while helping others reach theirs. When I think about advocacy, I think of what Rabbi Hillel said; "If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am not for others, what am I? And if not now, when?"
Since 2011, Rovak has been a member of the Missouri Government Relations Advisory Committee (GRAC) and a dedicated MS activist. He helps engage other MS activists, attends State Action Days and Public Policy Conferences, and provides training for other activists before their meetings with legislators. In 2016, when Rovak became Chair of the GRAC, his talents and passion flourished. He testified in legislative committees, attended a meeting of the Missouri MS Task Force, represented the Society at a health advocacy conference and heightened MS awareness in Jefferson City, the state's capital. He facilitated the in-person testimony of four MS activists on four different Society-supported bills in Jefferson City in 2016; three out of these four bills passed the Missouri legislature. Rovak's increase of activist engagement created a heightened MS movement presence in the Capitol, which resulted in television interviews, new connections with other health advocacy organizations and recognition by legislative leadership. He has also been instrumental in previous legislative successes, including the creation of the Missouri MS Task Force and the passage of the Home Access Tax Credit. Rovak is also a top fundraiser for Bike MS® in the Gateway area.
Learn more about becoming an MS activist today.

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Cyclops and Hundred Handed Giants
The most significant character in Greek mythology
In Jimmy Joe's website "Giants",the hundred handed giants and the originals Cyclops were the most significant figures in Greek mythology because they were strong, misjudged, and patient making them the key to victory in the titan war.
Summarize
In the titan war the Olympian gods wanted to overthrow the Titans. Since they were even in strength they needed more power and they released the hundred handed giants and the cyclops which gave them the boost of power and the cyclops forged the weapons of Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades.
For example, the cyclops were released and forged the trio-gods their master weapons making each of them stronger, and their success against the titans were insured when the hundred handed ones helped the Olympians.
Jimmy states, "The Cyclopes became known as master smiths and as master builders. The Cyclops was responsible for making several weapons for the younger gods:Thunderbolt for Zeus, the Trident for Poseidon, and the Cap of Invisibility for Hades. Victory was ensured when Zeus also released the Hundred-Handed. Because there were three Hundred-Handed and each giant had a hundred hands, they could hurl 300 large boulders at the Titans" (Joe 21).
Hundred handed imprisoned in tartarus
This is the place in where the three cyclops and 3 hundred handed giants were imprisoned by both their father and their brother Cronus.
The cyclops forging
Here is the three cyclops forging with Hephaestus. The cyclops where known as the master builders because they build the weapons of Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades.
Hundred Handed Giant
This an image of the giant war machine. There was three of them, and they were recognized for launching 300 boulders at time to the titans
Explaination
This shows how the hundred handed ones and the Cyclops were very important to the Olympians' victory in the war against the titans. The the hundred handed giants mostly helping in strength and Cyclops with upgrading and giving weapons to the gods. The were both very patient in the long wait of being released from their imprisonment for being big and ugly. After Zeus freed them they joined him.
The hundred handed ones and the Cyclops are the most significant figures in Greek mythology because they were strong, patient, and helpful. They were the reason why the Olympians tipped the scale in power in the titan war and why Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades have their main weapons.
Website "Timeless Myths: Giants"
"Cyclops." Mythology Wiki. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Nov. 2014.
"Greek Mythology." : The Hundred-Handed Ones (Hecatoncheires). N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Nov. 2014.
"God of War Ascension: Aegean the Hecatonchires." Orcz.com, The Video Games Wiki. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Nov. 2014
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My mother sometimes came back from the day centre having wet herself. But at home she's fine. She couldn't find the toilet at the centre and I think she didn't want to ask because she felt she ought to know. I spoke to the staff and now every so often one of them takes her there. My mother would try every door looking for the toilet, so I put a notice on the door, which read, "Ladies" and she had no problem finding it. But a friend who tried this said a picture of a lavatory worked best for his mother.
The person with dementia may suffer from urinary incontinence (wetting) at some point. Faecal incontinence (soiling) does occasionally happen, but tends to be more common in the later stages of the disease. For the person with dementia, any kind of incontinence can be extremely distressing. They may feel ashamed and humiliated. You might also find it difficult to deal with. You may feel disgusted or embarrassed and wonder how you will ever cope. But it is important to realise that incontinence is not always solely due to physical causes. It can be caused by other problems such as memory loss, disorientation, communication problems or an associated medical problem. Usually, by paying careful attention to the person with dementia and altering certain features of your home, you can reduce the number of "accidents" and/or limit the unpleasant consequences.
As incontinence is treatable in some cases, it is a good idea to consult your doctor. You should be prepared to answer questions relating to the frequency and nature of the problem. The doctor may find that it is caused by a medical problem that can be treated such as a urinary tract infection. Alternatively, he or she might find that it is caused by medication which makes the person with dementia confused.
Sometimes an accident occurs because the person with dementia cannot find the toilet in time, even in their own home. It is therefore important to make sure that the toilet is clearly marked (see section three of the chapter on communication). Painting the toilet door a different colour helps some people. If the toilet is comfortable, easy to use and the room warm, the person might be more inclined to sit there for the necessary length of time. Grip rails and a slightly raised seat can help to make access and use of the toilet easier. For men who have difficulty remembering where to urinate, it may help to colour the water in the toilet to make it more of a contrast and therefore easier to distinguish. It can also help a man to direct the stream if the urine bowl is fixed at the right height. Keep the entrance to the toilet clear, make sure that the door is not too stiff or the handle too difficult to manipulate, and leave a light on. The nearer the toilet is, the greater the chance there is of the person getting there in time.
Keep a note of when the person goes to the toilet and whenever they are incontinent. You might, for example, notice that they have suffered from incontinence on a few occasions half an hour after breakfast. You could then try to make sure that they go to the toilet just after breakfast. You might also be able to notice the kind of signs the person gives when they need to go, so that you can interpret them in other situations. Developing a routine can help make sure that they go to the toilet regularly, even if it is not always necessary. For some people a subtle reminder or hint might be sufficient, whereas for others you may have to take them to the toilet and even provide assistance.
It is important to ensure that the person with dementia drinks plenty of water (about 8 cups/one a half litres a day). However, it is best not to give them anything to drink in the hour or so before they go to bed. You should also be careful when using tranquillisers as they can cause drowsiness and the person may can carry on sleeping even when their body is sending signals that it is necessary to go to the toilet. If night wetting is a problem, you might find it necessary to wake the person in the middle of the night to ensure that they go to the toilet. Certain items of clothing may hamper the person, when they have an urgent need. Please see the chapter on dressing for details of clothing, which can prove difficult to remove.
Despite all the efforts you make, accidents will almost certainly occur from time to time. It is therefore advisable to protect the furniture. Place plastic covers under cushions and loose covers. It is possible to obtain waterproof covers for mattresses, but care should be taken that the plastic does not come into contact with the skin, as this can cause bedsores (please see chapter on pressure sores). Special absorbent under sheets are available, as well as reusable and disposable bed pads. Continental quilts are easier when it comes to making beds and protective covers exist for these as well as for pillows. If incontinence is a regular problem, it would be a good idea to replace carpets with vinyl or linoleum as it is easier to wash and reduces the problem of odour.
If the problem of incontinence becomes more severe, you should consider the use of continence aids. You may find it difficult to approach the subject with the person and you will certainly need to be very careful not to offend them. Continence aids are not only a solution for you but also for the person with dementia as they make the problem of incontinence less visible to other people. The different kinds of continence pad vary greatly in their degree of absorbency, fittings and suitability for day or night-time use. The choice and size of the pad is important as too large a pad may be too obvious and also restrict walking, whereas too small a pad may be uncomfortable. Hand held urinal bottles can be useful, particularly at night. Chamber pots and bedpans are another alternative but some people find them difficult to use. Other possibilities include urinal devices for men or catheters for men or women. However, catheters should be fitted by a doctor or nurse and are generally considered to be a last resort. In any case, you might find it useful to discuss the different possibilities with your doctor.
Don't worry if you find it difficult to deal with incontinence. Many people do. Going to the toilet is a taboo subject in many households. Although you feel uneasy about it, you can probably imagine how humiliating an experience it must be for the person with dementia. Instead of making a big issue of incontinence, try to adopt a matter of fact attitude and reassure the person that there is no need to feel ashamed. Your attitude is extremely important because if the person feels guilty and senses that you blame them, they may try to conceal evidence of accidents and this will only make your task more difficult in the long run. It might be easier to be sympathetic and uncritical if you remember that incontinence is caused by the disease and is not deliberate. Talking with other carers who have experience dealing with incontinence might help you to come to terms with the feelings you have and the unease you may feel about carrying out such intimate care.
Incontinence can lead to skin irritations and soreness. For this reason, it is important to make sure that the person with dementia washes properly after an accident. Warm soapy water is usually sufficient, but make sure that the person is thoroughly dry and has clean clothes to put on. If sores do develop, it is best to contact a doctor, as they can sometimes be difficult to treat (please see chapter on pressure sores). You will then be faced with the task of cleaning up. If you cannot wash the soiled clothes straight away, put them in a container with a sealed lid so as to prevent them from making the room smell. Deodorisers are more effective at getting rid of the smell than air fresheners, which simply add to what you are trying to hide. To neutralise the smell of urine on carpets, you will find that white vinegar is fairly effective. In addition, try to keep the place well ventilated and, above all, don't feel embarrassed or blame yourself if there is a faint persisting odour – you can only do your best!


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Q: How do I make a horizontal single row high low close chart? I am using MS excel 2013.
I would be grateful if someone could point me in the direction of a function or workaround in excel that will help me to build a small single line chart to be included in a report.
I would like a horizontal line representing a range of the lowest and highest figures from the last twelves months, with a point on that line representing the current position of the figure.
I would also like this chart to always be the same length. I would imagine this part is easy though as I would calculate percentages, then use them to drive the chart.
I am trying to create something like this:

The closest I came up with is the stock high-low-close chart. This allows me to achieve what I want for multiple data points. But not for a single row of data.
Here's an example of a stock high-low-close (this is the closest I have got):

Here is an example of some figures I might want to show in this chart.
My example data is a comma separated table with text defined in square brackets.
[high],[low],[current]
1000,10,600

EDIT: Thanks to CharlieRB for making my question more pointed and fixing my title.

A: You may want to have a look at bullet charts.

There are two excellent tutorials from Charley Kyd and Jon Peltier about how to create them in Excel.
The techniques are slightly different but both use stacked horizontal bars and error bars for the "current" marker.
If you want just a thin line and a marker, you can create an XY scatter chart with two series, one for the line, and one for the marker.

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Add parallel Share Print Page Options Listen to Numbers 26:33, Numbers 27:1-11, Numbers 36:1-12
33 (Zelophehad(A) son of Hepher had no sons;(B) he had only daughters, whose names were Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milkah and Tirzah.)(C)
Numbers 26:33 : Nu 27:1; 36:2; Jos 17:3; 1Ch 7:15
Numbers 26:33 : Nu 36:11
Numbers 26:33 in all English translations
Zelophehad's Daughters(A)
27 The daughters of Zelophehad(B) son of Hepher,(C) the son of Gilead,(D) the son of Makir,(E) the son of Manasseh, belonged to the clans of Manasseh son of Joseph. The names of the daughters were Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milkah and Tirzah. They came forward 2 and stood before Moses,(F) Eleazar the priest, the leaders(G) and the whole assembly at the entrance to the tent of meeting(H) and said, 3 "Our father died in the wilderness.(I) He was not among Korah's followers, who banded together against the Lord,(J) but he died for his own sin and left no sons.(K) 4 Why should our father's name disappear from his clan because he had no son? Give us property among our father's relatives."
5 So Moses brought their case(L) before the Lord,(M) 6 and the Lord said to him, 7 "What Zelophehad's daughters are saying is right. You must certainly give them property as an inheritance(N) among their father's relatives and give their father's inheritance to them.(O)
8 "Say to the Israelites, 'If a man dies and leaves no son, give his inheritance to his daughter. 9 If he has no daughter, give his inheritance to his brothers. 10 If he has no brothers, give his inheritance to his father's brothers. 11 If his father had no brothers, give his inheritance to the nearest relative in his clan, that he may possess it. This is to have the force of law(P) for the Israelites, as the Lord commanded Moses.'"
Numbers 27:1 : 27:1-11pp — Nu 36:1-12
Numbers 27:1 : S Nu 26:33
Numbers 27:1 : Jos 17:2, 3
Numbers 27:1 : S Ge 50:23; 1Ch 2:21
Numbers 27:2 : S Nu 9:6
Numbers 27:2 : Nu 1:16; 31:13; 32:2; 36:1
Numbers 27:2 : Ex 40:2, 17
Numbers 27:3 : Nu 26:65
Numbers 27:3 : Nu 16:2
Numbers 27:5 : S Ge 25:22; S Ex 18:19
Numbers 27:7 : Job 42:15
Numbers 27:7 : ver 8; Jos 17:4
Inheritance of Zelophehad's Daughters(A)
36 The family heads of the clan of Gilead(B) son of Makir,(C) the son of Manasseh, who were from the clans of the descendants of Joseph,(D) came and spoke before Moses and the leaders,(E) the heads of the Israelite families. 2 They said, "When the Lord commanded my lord to give the land as an inheritance to the Israelites by lot,(F) he ordered you to give the inheritance of our brother Zelophehad(G) to his daughters. 3 Now suppose they marry men from other Israelite tribes; then their inheritance will be taken from our ancestral inheritance and added to that of the tribe they marry into. And so part of the inheritance allotted to us will be taken away. 4 When the Year of Jubilee(H) for the Israelites comes, their inheritance will be added to that of the tribe into which they marry, and their property will be taken from the tribal inheritance of our ancestors."
5 Then at the Lord's command Moses gave this order to the Israelites: "What the tribe of the descendants of Joseph is saying is right. 6 This is what the Lord commands for Zelophehad's daughters: They may marry anyone they please as long as they marry within their father's tribal clan. 7 No inheritance(I) in Israel is to pass from one tribe to another, for every Israelite shall keep the tribal inheritance of their ancestors. 8 Every daughter who inherits land in any Israelite tribe must marry someone in her father's tribal clan,(J) so that every Israelite will possess the inheritance of their ancestors. 9 No inheritance may pass from one tribe to another, for each Israelite tribe is to keep the land it inherits."
10 So Zelophehad's daughters did as the Lord commanded Moses. 11 Zelophehad's daughters—Mahlah, Tirzah, Hoglah, Milkah and Noah(K)—married their cousins on their father's side. 12 They married within the clans of the descendants of Manasseh son of Joseph, and their inheritance remained in their father's tribe and clan.(L)
Numbers 36:1 : S Ge 50:23
Numbers 36:1 : S Nu 27:2
Numbers 36:4 : S Lev 25:10
Numbers 36:8 : 1Ch 23:22
Numbers 36:12 : 1Ch 7:15


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Footsteps To Inspire – Let Our Voice Run
"Let Our Voice Run", a special virtual run and awareness campaign co-organised by Footsteps To Inspire and Lutheran Community Care Services (LCCS). Footsteps to Inspire is founded by Claire McFarlane, a rape survivor who uses sport to peacefully end sexual violence. A partner of the International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP), LCCS' aim is to heal the hurts and transform hurting lives and situations by creating new experiences through restorative conversations.
In honour of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, Let Our Voice Run hopes to bring together individuals who are concerned and/or affected by violence to raise awareness on violence through a relational approach, with a special focus on sexual violence.
Let Our Voice Run comprises of a week of activities from 30 November to 6 December 2020 where survivors and concerned parties can share their experiences in safe spaces, followed by a webinar for discussion on healing for child sexual violence, and ending in a Virtual Run on 6 December.
We believe that Let Our Voice Run campaign is the first campaign in Singapore that seeks to build a community around the issue of violence through a shared concern of the need to end violence.
Everyone is welcome to join!
Awareness activities are free of charge. All funds raised from race entries and t-shirts for the virtual run will go towards restorative programs helping survivors of violence in Singapore.
#letourvoicerun #footstepstoinspire
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"LED" has been a commonly used term for a while now, but what's all the hoopla? LED is an acronym for Light Emitting Diode. Unlike an ordinary light bulb, LED doesn't use a filament to create light, nor does it waste electricity by creating heat as a byproduct. LED is popular because it's more efficient and less costly in usage compared to light bulbs.
LED signs are named for their use of LED, as opposed to ordinary light bulbs, to create bright displays, while also being energy efficient, long-lasting and low maintenance.
Fluorescent and incandescent light bulbs emit light and heat in all directions. LED, however, emits light in a specific direction and can thus use energy and light more efficiently.
LED signage makes messages pop and enhances the appearance of the brand and location. LED signs are the brightest of illuminated signs–this means that your target market can see your business sign from much further away.
According to the Small Business Administration, signs in general are considered to be one of the least expensive forms of advertising for a business. And, did you know that LED signs have a CPM (cost per 1,000 impressions) of as little as $0.15?
Let's not forget the benefits of customizing your colors and message. With LED signs, you can pretty much use any color, or variety of colors, you want to showcase your branding. You can also choose between color or monochrome LED signs (color is better for pictures, and monochrome is a better choice for text only signs).
LED signs are light and easy to transport, making them much easier to install than some of the traditional illuminated sign options. Because an LED sign is created with sealed clusters of LEDs, more accurately known as pixels, they are low-maintenance. Even if a few LEDs burn out, the sealed pixels allow for the sign to continue running without immediate repair.
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Wright State vs. Oakland Odds, Pick, Prediction 2/18/22
February 18th, 2022 By: BTB
The college basketball betting action goes on Friday, February 18, 2022, with the Horizon League battle from Athletics Center O'rena in Rochester, Michigan, so here's the best Wright State vs. Oakland betting pick.
According to BetOnline Sportsbook, Oakland is a 4-point home favorite with a total of 148.0 points. The Golden Grizzlies seek revenge for a 75-64 defeat at the Raiders on February 5.
Wright State lost two games in a row
The Wright State Raiders fell to 15-12 straight up and 10-16 ATS on the season following a 75-71 defeat to Northern Kentucky this past Sunday. It was their second loss in a row, as the Raiders upset their fans as 6-point home favorites.
Wright State trailed the Norse by double digits for most of the game. The Raiders made only 37.3% of their field goals, while junior forward Grant Basile led the way with 25 points on 9-for-15 shooting from the field. Basile, who's averaging 17.8 points and 8.7 rebounds per game, also had nine boards, a couple of steals, and a block.
The Raiders are now sitting at the fourth spot of the Horizon League standings with a 12-6 record. They score 104.8 points per 100 possessions (132nd in the nation) and surrender 107.4 in a return (271st). Wright State is No. 203 in the KenPom rankings and No. 219 in the NCAA NET Rankings.
Oakland eyes its third straight victory
The Oakland Golden Grizzlies (18-8; 13-11 ATS) are coming off a comfortable 75-59 victory to Detroit Mercy this past Sunday. The Grizzlies recorded their second straight win and easily covered a 7.5-point spread to put an end to their seven-game ATS losing streak.
Oakland erased a 15-point first-half deficit, limiting the Titans to 33.9% shooting from the field. Senior forward Jamal Cain went off for 32 points and 12 rebounds, while junior guard Jalen Moore posted a double-double of 13 points and 11 assists.
The Golden Grizzlies are now laying at the second spot of the Horizon League standings, one game off the top-seeded Cleveland State. They score 104.2 points per 100 possessions (146th) and allow 101.8 to their opponents (150th). Oakland is No. 141 in the KenPom rankings and No. 131 in the NCAA NET Rankings.
Wright State:
9-1 ATS in the last ten games against Oakland
4-2 ATS in the last six games overall
Oakland:
1-7 ATS in the last eight games overall
1-6 ATS in the last seven outings as favorites
Wright State vs. Oakland Pick
The Raiders have owned the Golden Grizzlies over the last few years, going 9-1 SU and ATS in their previous ten encounters. Oakland blew an 8-point second-half lead in that 75-64 defeat at Wright State a couple of weeks ago, as the Grizzlies scored only five points in the final seven minutes.
The Golden Grizzlies hold a slight edge on the defensive end in this matchup, but the Raiders should have enough depth to keep it close for all 40 minutes. It's a tough wager, especially with just four points on the table.
Pick: Take Wright State +4.0 at -110
Both Oakland and Wright State play at a steady pace. The Golden Grizzlies record 68.4 possessions per 40 minutes (123rd in the nation), while the Raiders register 69.5 (75th). They could combine for more than 148 points, but I would ride the betting trends and take the under.
The previous three meetings between Wright State and Oakland have gone under the total. Also, the under is 6-2 in Wright State's last eight games overall and 3-1 in Oakland's previous four.
Pick: Go under 148.0 points at -110
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JAY-Z Gets Inducted Into The Rock Hall By Dave Chappelle
Erica Banas // Rock Music Reporter October 30th, 2021
CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 30: 2021 Inductee Jay-Z speaks onstage during the 36th Annual Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 30, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio.
JAY-Z's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was one of the biggest star-studded affairs in recent induction history.
First, President Barack Obama appeared via video to congratulate the iconic rapper on his induction, and then a second video played featuring some of the biggest names in entertainment reciting some of his most iconic rhymes. Among the people in the video were his wife Beyonce, Common, Diddy, Regina King, Halle Berry, Questlove, Jamie Foxx, Alicia Keys, Usher, Rihanna, Pharrell, Samuel L. Jackson, Queen Latifah, Ed Sheeran, Chris Rock, Lin Manuel Miranda, Lebron James, David Letterman, Lena Waithe, Lenny Kravitz, Kevin Hart and others. Doing the honor of bringing the video to a close was his daughter, Blue Ivy.
Then the star power in the room went up another notch when Dave Chappelle appeared on stage to do the honors of inducting HOV into the Rock Hall.
Chappelle opened his speech with, "I would like to apologize…nah, I'm just f—ing with y'all," a nod to his latest controversy around his Netflix special The Closer.
Chappelle touched on Jay's importance to the Black community saying that while he's being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, "I want to let everyone know he is ours, he is hip-hop."
Acknowledging his drug-dealing past, Chappelle noted, "American pie isn't made out of apples; it's made of whatever you can get your hands on." He would later add in his speech, "He embodies the potential of what our lives can be…You embody Black excellence."
When he walked onto the stage, JAY-Z was greeted by one of the biggest ovations of the night and was clearly moved saying, "Trying to make me cry in front of all these white people." He would go on to acknowledge some of his inspirations including Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, KRS-One and fellow inductee LL Cool J.
JAY-Z gave a lengthy speech, and in the middle of it, he told the sold-out crowd, who was still standing, "This is going to be long. You might want to sit down. Thank you, though. I appreciate it."
He would then recall how then-presidential candidate Barack Obama reached out to him while on the campaign trail leading into the 2008 election and asked for him to appear at a number of his rallies. It was at this point he shared, "Hip-hop is an agent for change."
A clearly humbled JAY-Z closed out his speech saying, "Sorry for this long-ass speech. We did it, Brooklyn!"
2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees
Foo Fighters (Performer)
Inductees: Dave Grohl (previously inducted in 2014 with Nirvana), Taylor Hawkins, Rami Jaffee, Nate Mendel, Chris Shiflett, Pat Smear. Foo Fighters will be inducted by Paul McCartney.
The Go-Go's (Performer)
Inductees: Charlotte Caffey, Belinda Carlisle, Gina Schock, Kathy Valentine, Jane Wiedlin. The Go-Go's will be inducted by Drew Barrymore.
JAY-Z (Performer)
JAY-Z is considered by many to be the greatest rapper alive. His accolades include 14 number one albums (most ever by a solo artist), 22 Grammys (most in hip-hop history), and first rapper inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame (2017.)
Carole King (Performer)
King was previously inducted into the Rock Hall in 1990 receiving the Ahmet Ertegun Award alongside songwriting partner and former husband Gerry Goffin. King will be inducted by Taylor Swift who will also do the honors of performing in tribute to King along with Jennifer Hudson.
Todd Rundgren (Performer)
Previously nominated in 2019 and 2020.
Tina Turner (Performer)
Turner was previously inducted as a performer in 1991 with Ike Turner. This was the first year she was nominated as a solo artist. Turner will be inducted by Angela Bassett and be honored with performances from Christina Aguilera, Mickey Guyton, H.E.R., and Bryan Adams.
Clarence Avant (Ahmet Ertegun Award)
Clarence Avant, the Godfather of Black Music, is cool, savvy, confident, and fearless – someone who makes the impossible possible. He's served a variety of roles during his illustrious career, including manager, label owner, concert organizer, event producer, political fundraiser, and mentor. Avant is the quintessential impresario, with an uncanny ability to connect people, open doors, and provide opportunities to countless musicians, actors, and politicians. Bill Withers summed up his impact by declaring, "He puts people together." Avant will be inducted by Lionel Richie.
LL Cool J (Musical Excellence Award)
LL Cool J has been called the Little Richard of hip-hop. Both artists combined youthful exuberance, massive charisma, and incredible musical talent to launch their respective genres of rock & roll to fans around the world. LL was still a teenager when he became the face of Def Jam records – his 1985 'Radio' was the label's first album. He ushered in hip-hop's second wave with hard-hitting singles like "I Need a Beat," "I Can't Live Without My Radio," and "Rock the Bells." LL's work with Def Jam paved the way for future label mates Public Enemy, Beastie Boys, and Slick Rick.
Billy Preston (Musical Excellence Award)
Session musician. Singer. Songwriter. Touring musician. The Fifth Beatle. Billy Preston blazed a path through the history of rock & roll with the smoking sounds of his B3 organ, the funky rhythms of his clavinet, and the exciting tones of his gospel-inspired vocals and piano. A child prodigy, Billy played organ with Mahalia Jackson, and in 1957 at the age of 10, he appeared on the 'Nat King Cole Show,' performing a duet with Cole – trading vocal parts and organ licks – Preston's natural talent shining through.
Randy Rhoads (Musical Excellence Award)
Widely acknowledged as one of the most important and influential guitarists of all time, Randy Rhoads was a dramatic game changer for heavy metal and for generations of guitar players. After recording two albums with Quiet Riot (the band he cofounded in 1973), Rhoads joined ex-Black Sabbath vocalist Ozzy Osbourne's new solo band in 1979. In many ways due to Rhoads' stunning guitar work, Osbourne's first solo release, 'Blizzard of Ozz' (1980), is recognized as one of heavy metal's greatest albums, and its biggest single, "Crazy Train," features one of the most recognizable guitar riffs ever played.
Kraftwerk (Early Influence Award)
Inductees: Karl Bartos, Wolfgang Flür, Ralf Hütter, Florian Schneider.
Gil Scott Heron (Early Influence Award)
Poet, novelist, scholar and musician, Gil Scott-Heron was many things during his prolific career but above all, in the words of music critic Nelson George, "he was a teller of uncomfortable truths." Scott-Heron's career path was unconventional, mirroring his nonconformist approach to music.
Charley Patton (Early Influence Award)
Before Jimi Hendrix mastered the guitar, before Chuck Berry pioneered rock & roll, and even before Robert Johnson had strummed a single chord – Charley Patton did it all. Without the Father of the Delta Blues, American popular music as we know it would not exist.


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Q: Angular.js $http cors I am experiencing an issue with the $http service.
I have an php-server on an other localhost ip-address which serves as REST-API.
I tried this connection with some  $http.get() requests and everything worked fine, but it seems like something is blocking my delete or put requests. I tried to configure my http-requests with the $httpProvider
$httpProvider.defaults.useXDomain = true;
delete $httpProvider.defaults.headers.common['X-Requested-With'];

But this didn't worked either.
I read that this is in most cases a server-issue but I had no problems to connect to the server using postman.
The Warning I get in the firefox-console is:

Cross-Origin Request Blocked: The Same Origin Policy disallows reading the remote resource at http://localhost:8000/testUrl (Reason: CORS preflight channel did not succeed).

I didn't found any similar issues through google for the newest version of angular. It might be possible that the usage of $httpProvider is deprecated since 1.2.
Kind regards,
Deleadon

A: I personally use this in Chrome to turn CORS on and off:
https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/allow-control-allow-origi/nlfbmbojpeacfghkpbjhddihlkkiljbi
Simple UI - when it's green you know that CORS is on, when red you know that it's off.


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Skatepunk (soms ook skaterock of skatecore) is een subgenre van de punkrock (of de hardcore punk) dat vooral populair is bij skateboarders.

Skatepunk is oorspronkelijk in de jaren tachtig uit de hardcore punk ontstaan. In de jaren negentig verschoof de skatepunk echter meer naar het meer melodische poppunk, waar het sindsdien nauw verwant aan wordt beschouwd. De twee genres overlappen elkaar vaak, en dus worden veel bands bij beide genres ingedeeld. Dit komt door het vaak luchtige punkgeluid, dat al gauw als pop wordt ervaren. Veel gebruikte instrumenten in de skatepunk zijn gitaren met distortion, bas, en drums. De drums worden meestal gespeeld in een surfrock-stijl.

Voorbeelden
 The Adolescents
 Bad Religion
 Blink-182
 D.R.I.
 Lagwagon
 NOFX
 No Use for a Name
 The Offspring
 Pennywise
 Suicidal Tendencies

Punkgenre
Hardcore punk
Skateboarden

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County finally cleans park
CLEANING UP William Smith, left, Dexter Thomas and Johnny Patton spend Wednesday afternoon cleaning a county park on St. Luke Street, just north of Interstate 20/59. The cleanup effort came two days after resident John Nelson complained about the state of the park in a letter published by The Meridian Star. Photo by Carisa McCain/The Meridian Star
By Fredie Carmichael / staff writer
Two days after complaining in a letter to The Meridian Star, John Nelson finally got results.
County inmates spent Tuesday and Wednesday cutting weeds and removing trash from a county park on St. Luke Street, just north of Interstate 20/59.
Nelson began calling county supervisors about three weeks ago, complaining about weeds that he said had grown 8-feet high at the park which residents use for jogging and walking.
But, he said, nothing happened.
Then he wrote The Star a letter to the editor in which he complained that Lauderdale County Supervisor Q.V. Sykes had neglected the park. Sykes' district includes the park.
Sykes, however, said that Nelson's letter had nothing to do with his decision to send county inmates to clean the park.
When the county built the park three to four years ago, Sykes said, Meridian officials had agreed to help maintain it because it was inside the city limits.
Monty Jackson, Meridian's public works director, said he didn't believe cleaning the park is the city's responsibility.
County inmates first arrived at the park around 8 a.m. Tuesday, waking Nelson to the sound of lawn mowers just outside his window and across the street.
On Wednesday, workers filled 35 plastic garbage bags with trash they had removed. And Nelson said he believes it was all linked directly to his letter.


Mykonos a sublime, white washed slice of heaven perched right on the waters edge. Meandering through the streets is a dream for any fashion conscious traveller. Don't be put off by the designer cluster, mind you, perched as snug and frequently, are smaller boutiques where you can pick up beautiful trinkets and stunning cheesecloth tops and dresses for next to nothing.
The highlight of our week was the magical Remezzo restaurant with a view of the harbour so spectacular that it would be criminal to miss. The food was fresh and delicious, I recommend the truffle oil chips, and my lobster served on Greek pasta was some of the freshest I've ever had. Prepare for tabletop dancing as the night goes on!
Matsuhisa, AKA, Nobu in the Belvedere Hotel is an idyllic setting for dinner. The norm is to eat dinner in Mykonos after 10pm, so book a table late for the best experience. The hanging lanterns and secluded pool garden is beautiful. We opted for the 7-course chef menu so beyond mentioning preferences the rest was a complete surprise. The cocktail bar at Matsuhisa is unrivalled and honestly, it is such an atmospheric place for some downtime.
There is no question that the sea in Mykonos is one of the best. The aquamarine waters are clear as glass and the suntan that you acquire in Mykonos is a strong one.
Table after table of faces more gorgeous than the one before, this is truly a place to party from day to the night. Eat dinner on the beach while the sun sets in their outdoor restaurant and get totally swept away by the palms and the music. If you're looking for a real party vibe this is your port of call.
A fun, unassuming beach! family friendly and relaxing. Head to Mykonos Water sports when you are there!
Mykonos town itself is an exquisite maze of expensive boutiques intertwined with more traditional jewelers and clothing stores. It offers everything from luxury to affordable. Situated in Psraou Beach, right by the entrance to Nammos is 'Psarou Kaftans and beachwear' where I purchased the most beautifully made kaftan in the softest of white cotton with red detailing. An obligatory pit stop before Nammos for sure.
With only 33 taxis in the entire island of Mykonos, I would fully recommend the hire of an ATV or Moped. Apart from the obvious fun factor, it is just a perfect way to get about and see the island in its true splendor. It's the closest I'll ever get to being a Hell's Angel.
If Santorini is the honeymoon of Greece, then Mykonos is definitely where you had the wild love affair to begin with.


Here we are at week 5, the first quarter of the season has passed, teams will start to make adjustments, and bye weeks are starting to roll in. We are starting to see some new players rise and known players fall off from the tops at each positions. So let's review some players you may not know, as well as some you may remember on former teams.
Jonathan Casillas – The leading tackler for the New York football Giants and coming off of an 88 tackle season, Casillas is riding in the middle of the pack right behind the elite level of linebackers this season. If he isn't owned in your league, he's a good pick up as a 2nd or 3rd LB, if he is owned, you might be able procure him in a trade. He gets tackles, that's it, so if you like someone who will fill the box he may not be the player for you.
Eric Walden – Indy, being one of the worst defenses in the league, did the only smart thing and just cut their leading tackler in Sio Moore, the complaint being he was terrible in coverage… which makes me wonder if they know how to substitute players on the colts. Oh well, Walden is already a starter, he his potential gains are not amazing, that said he has been getting sacks at a faster rate than any other season. Players on Indy's D should continue to see plenty of plays week to week, so continue to keep an eye out for any spike in their production, as it could be a start to a trend.
Leonard Williams – Riding at the same pace of tackles from last year (63 in 16 games), he's already passed his sack total from last year (4 currently, 3 last year). Given this is only his second year, you can see that Williams should continue to grow into an aggressive lineman, if in a dynasty league he is worth an attempt to get him.
Kerry Hyder – Not even the starting right DE for the Lions, Hyder is just behind the league lead in sacks (he has 5, lead is 6). Much like Indy, the Lions D should see plenty of plays this year. Hyder is not a tackle monster so he's dependant on getting those sacks to maintain a middle of the pack position in the ranks of defensive linemen.
Nick Fairley – Similar to Hyder, but a starter, and gets more tackles, but slightly fewer sacks right now. That said, it looks like he has found a better fit in New Orleans than his time with the Rams last year.
Yannick Ngakoue – Clearly a rookie, that was a 3rd round pick this year, should be high on your radar *cough*. He is leading the league in forced fumbles, has 3 sacks so far, and picked up a pass defended and an interception last game. A risky grab for sure, given he's not a starter, but if Ngakoue could keep up the pace at which he has been getting other stats to fill up the box, he could be a wise long term collection.
David Amerson – With 8 passes defended (4 way tie for league lead) on the season Amerson should be on your radar if not on your team, he will continue to see work as Oakland has a team the can do a decent job of keeping up with high scoring offences. He might not collect a bunch of interceptions but, he will get some throughout the season.
Jacoby Glenn – Higher rate of tackles than Amerson, but only 6 passes defended so far. Chicago's lack of cohesion as a team had lead to his success, you'll notice their only win was the first time this season he went under 5 total tackles (though he did grab his first interception).
Robert Alford – See Glenn's notes but, he has been producing in wins and losses. Given that Atlanta has seen an average of 31 points per game scored on them, Alford should continue to see work.
Brent Grimes – He may have the league's craziest wife, but he's been consistently a producer year over year (when healthy), he was added to the injury report this week so he may not be the best guy for this week, but he is easily the best DB on TB. He is a little too home run/strike out week to week for my taste, but for those of you interested his potential, keep your eyes locked here.
Casey Hayward – 6 passes defended, 3 interceptions, and a medium flow of tackles have put him on my radar. He should continue to see work as San Diego has the ability to score often, which should keep opponents passing.
Check out Berry's 2015 Fantasy Manifesto! Great Read!!


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Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim to retire in 3 years; AD out
Syracuse men's basketball coach Jim Boeheim will retire in three years. (Bill Wippert, AP)
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Syracuse basketball coach Jim Boeheim will retire in three years and the university's athletic director has resigned, the school announced Wednesday following a scathing NCAA report that imposed sanctions for violations that lasted more than a decade.
Chancellor Kent Syverud said Wednesday that Boeheim, a Hall of Famer and head coach for 39 years, decided to make the announcement to "bring certainty to the team and program in the coming years" and to allow for a smooth transition.
Longtime assistant coach Mike Hopkins, a former star for the Orange, is in line to succeed Boeheim. Athletic director Daryl Gross will take another marketing position with the school, while Pete Sala will serve as interim athletic director.
The violations involved academic misconduct, extra benefits and the university's drug-testing policy, according to a March 6 report by the NCAA Committee on Infractions. Boeheim, 70, is already suspended for the first half of the next Atlantic Coast Conference season, a total of nine games. Syracuse will also have three scholarships taken away for four seasons and all wins vacated in which an ineligible player participated during five seasons between 2004 and 2012. The total wins removed from records could be as high as 108, depending on what happens in the appeal process. Syracuse has already vacated 24 wins.
"Coach Jim Boeheim has been a mainstay at Syracuse University for more than one-third of our entire 144-year history," Syverud said. "He enrolled as a student here in 1962 and has never left. He has been the embodiment of Orange pride."
Boeheim has scheduled a press conference for Thursday morning, the school said.
In its report, the NCAA said the university had lost control of its athletic department and placed Syracuse on probation for five years for breaking with the "most fundamental core values of the NCAA." The bulk of the violations concerned athletic department officials interfering with academics and making sure star players stayed eligible.
The report said the former director of basketball operations, whose job primarily consisted of monitoring academic performance of basketball student-athletes, became overly involved. He collected and maintained student-athletes' usernames and passwords and provided them to others, including student-athlete support services.
As part of a routine, members of the support staff accessed and sent emails from student-athletes' accounts and corresponded directly with professors and included attached course work, which was necessary to maintain the required grades for the student-athletes to remain eligible, the report said.
The 94-page NCAA report also said basketball staff encouraged students to develop relationships with a booster, which resulted in rule violations. The booster provided more than $8,000 in cash to three football and two men's basketball students for volunteering at a local YMCA, the report said. Additionally, the booster gave money to basketball staff members for appearances or assistance at YMCA events, and those payments were not reported to the school as outside income or supplemental pay, as NCAA rules require.
"The behavior in this case, which placed the desire to achieve success on the basketball court over academic integrity, demonstrated clearly misplaced institutional priorities," the NCAA said.
The punishment also includes financial penalties and recruiting restrictions for two years.
Syverud reiterated Wednesday that the school does not agree with all of the NCAA's conclusions or penalties imposed and intends to appeal the vacating of certain wins and the scholarship reduction in men's basketball.
"The decision to appeal is not taken lightly. We remain disturbed by the severity of certain penalties and the characterization by the NCAA of certain facts surrounding the case," Syverud said.
Gross, athletic director for a decade, will serve as vice president and special assistant to the chancellor and adjunct professor in the university's college of sport and human dynamics.
"I am thankful to have worked with what I consider the greatest coaching staff in the country and our student-athletes who have competed proudly at the highest national levels," said Gross, who led the push for Syracuse to join the Atlantic Coast Conference in 2013 and spurred marketing the Syracuse brand to the metropolitan New York City area, scheduling games at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey against Southern California, Penn State and Notre Dame.
"Our vision was to graduate student-athletes and provide them with the tools with which they can make a positive impact on society, and I feel that goal was accomplished," Gross said in a statement. "I believe Syracuse athletics is positioned to flourish going forward in the most extraordinary way. The Syracuse athletics brand is strong and resilient."
In anticipation of the report, Syverud announced a postseason ban for this year for the men's basketball team. The NCAA accepted the ban and indicated the school could delay the loss of scholarships for one year. Boeheim has a stellar class coming next fall, rated the best in his long tenure.
The announcement of the changes comes less than two weeks after the season finale. At a postseason banquet the day after the Orange lost at North Carolina State to finish with a record of 18-13, Boeheim, the second-winningest coach in Division I history with 966 victories, told an audience of around 700 fans that he wasn't about to leave as basketball coach.
"I'm not going anywhere," he said.


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Together with our certified technicians, medical assistants, and registered nurses, our pain management doctors provide a holistic approach to the treatment of neurological and chronic pain disorders while understanding the underlying medical setting and complexity of diseases that add context to these illnesses. We are thus particularly focused on diabetes, hypertension, obesity, addiction disorders (including opiates) and hyperlipidemia as aggravating factors in many neurological and pain disorders. Cognizant of the complexity of symptoms and signs, our team employs state-of-art technologies including CT, CT-Myelography, EMG, EEG and EEG Telemetry to elucidate the causes and aggravating factors in disorders of the nervous system, such as spinal and disc pain, fibromyalgia, migraine disorders, carpal tunnel syndrome, and neuropathy.
Dr. Julian Ungar-Sargon: Neurologist
Dr. Julian Ungar-Sargon is a neurologist with experience in electrodiagnosis, including E.M.G., E.E.G., and evoked potentials. He is also experienced in pain management, a variety of techniques including epidurals, nerve blocks, and BoTox injections when conventional therapy and medicine has failed to alleviate pain. Dr. Ungar trained in England and did his residency and fellowship at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York and has held teaching positions in the Medical College of Pennsylvania as well as Harvard Medical School.
JoLynne Anderson: Nurse Practitioner
JoLynne was born and raised in Sharon, Pennsylvania. She attended Farrell high school and then Sharon General School of Nursing where she earned an RN. After that, JoLynne went to Ball State University where she received a BSN and a degree in Art and Indiana University where she received a Masters in Adult Geriatric Primary Care. She has a passion for helping people, alleviating distress, and proving guidance to individuals and helping them to achieve higher levels of wellness.
Reba J. Mahaffey: Nurse Practitioner
Reba was born in Jasper, Alabama. She moved to Northwest Indiana before she was in first grade. Her schooling was at a Catholic Orphanage in East Chicago, Indiana. The Carmalite Nuns raised her from an early age with rules and chores that were to be followed daily which is where she first learned discipline and hard work. Reba then attended Calumet High School in Northwest Indiana. For her professional studies she attended Purdue University where she earned an Associate's Degree in Nursing followed quickly by a Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Reba made the Dean's list and her grade point average allowed her to be awarded a grant from the city. She was then able to complete her Master's degree in Nursing with a specialty in Pain Management. Her mentorship with a pain specialist was with Dr. Judith Paice, Phd. at the University of Chicago. Reba also worked with Dr. Timothy Lubenow MD and with the Metronic Corporation, training to assist with surgeries that implanted spinal cord stimulators and continuous intrathecal pumps. Reba has made her career in healthcare, because she is devoted to helping others learn to live a long and healthy life. She takes great satisfaction in bringing good humor and cheer to her patients and their families.
Dr. R.S. Gaud: Radiologist
Dr. Gaud was born in India, which is where he began his medical education at Baroda Medical College in the state of Gujarat. He then made his way to the United States where he completed internships at South Chicago Community Hospital and at Cook County Hospital before returning to his native India where he did residency in General and Orthopedic Surgery. He then returned to the United States once again to complete a residency in Radiology at Mount Sinai Hospital at the University of Chicago. Dr. Gaud has been a member of both the AMA and the American College of Radiology for 36 years. He is currently working in a part-time capacity as Radiologist for Neurology and Pain Management.
Crystal Kiefer: Office Manager
Crystal was born in Hammond, Indiana and lived in Hebron, Indiana for most of her life. She is married with three children and her husband works at Subaru. She enrolled at Kaplan University and did all of her coursework online, graduating on the Dean's list with an Associates Degree in Medical Assisting. Crystal had been in childcare for 11 years, but healthcare was always what she wanted to do professionally. She takes great satisfaction in making sure that the office runs smoothly.
Emily Bell: Phlebotomist and Urine Toxicologist
Emily was born in Lafayette, Indiana but lived in Frankfurt for most of her life. She has a German Shepard named Toby and a Boxer named Champ and they are less work than a husband would be. Emily went to Frankfurt high school and graduated from St. Elizabeth's where she earned her CNA certification. She also went to the School of Phlebotomy in Corydon, Indiana. Being able to calm people down while they are having their blood drawn is what gives Emily the most satisfaction at work. Emily loves Tom Petty and her dogs.
Collette Fuldauer: Receptionist
Collette was born in East Chicago, Indiana, but lived in Hammond until she was 21. Her father was a carpenter in the 50's and 60's and her mother worked in a candy factory. Collette met her husband on a tour bus in Disney World. Knowing that patients are having their pain alleviated is what gives Collette the most satisfaction at her job. She is proud to work for Dr. Ungar and Neurology and Pain Management.
Jessica England: EEG Technician
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This research investigated the "Effect of Imagery and Gender on Word Recall". Hundred (100) pupils of Unizik Primary School, Awka were used in the study. The participants consisted of 51 boys and 49 girls. They were all primary 4 pupils. The participants' age ranged from 7-11 years with mean age of 8.72 and deviation of 1.56. Those presented with imagery have the mean value of 39.86 which is higher than the mean of those presented with no imagery is 32.12 on word recall. The pupils were told what to do afterward, divided in two groups, they are imagery group (A) and non imagery group (B).Test was administered to determined whether imagery and gender do affect word recall ability. Data obtained were subjected to 2-way analysis (ANOVA) to test two hypotheses. In the first hypothesis, the findings shows that there will be a significant difference between pupils who are taught with imagery on word recall was confirmed at F (1, 96) = 22.065 P <. 05 level of significance. Also, in the second hypothesis, the findings shows that there will be no significant difference between female and male pupils on word recall was accepted at F(1,96)=.67 P > .05 level of significant. The limitations of the study were also discussed and recommendations and suggestion for further studies was made.
Imagery is a process by which sensory information is represented in working memory (Maclnnis and Price, 1987), thus, it represent a form of cognitive processing that does not utilize verbal or semantic means. Over the years, there has been a controversial issue over the way words and pictures should be used for adequate teaching, recognition and recall, Bonviolian (1983). Considerable research in cognitive psychology has demonstrated the facilitative effects of the imagery eliciting strategies on learning and memory (example, Bower 1972, Paivio 1969).
It is generally accepted that an item studied as a picture will be better remembered than an item studied as a word. Most of us are familiar with the expression "a picture is worth a thousand words" and agree that memory for picture is remarkable. Indeed in most situations, it would be wise to assume that pictures will be better remembered than words. One picture can contain enough information to convey many sentences. Children learn to follow stories in pictures books before they are able to comprehend written text. Pictures are often universal and not restricted by knowledge of a specific language. Conventional wisdom amongst many memory theorists also holds that pictures are better remembered than words on recognition tests, example, Ally & Budson (2007), Anderson (2009), Brady, konkle, Alvrez, & Oliva (2008). Paivios' Dual code Theory, Paivio & Csapo (1973), explain this seemingly ubiquitous phenomena as follows: when pictures are studied, they elicit their verbal label and thus two representations or codes are stored in memory. In contrast, words do not automatically elicit a picture, and thus they have a relative impoverished memory representation. The redundant representation for pictures makes their retrieval or recognition more probable compared to stimuli studied as words.
One of the most common findings in memory research is that pictures are remembered better than words. For example, when shown a list of easily named pictures verses their corresponding verbal label, participants often have an easier time recalling the names of the pictures compared with the verbal labels. It is easier, to name a picture than to form a mental image of a word. It is also assumed that pictures have an advantage in memory recall because they contain a greater variety of unique visual features than do words. Supporting this view, some studies have shown that picture superiority effect can be eliminated by increasing the visual similarity among the pictures (Nelson, Reed, & Walling, 1976). For example, writing an answer on an essay exam often involves remembering bits of information, and then restructuring the remaining information based on these partial memories.
Learning aids are believed to reinforce the learning, since they stimulate, motivate, and activate learners within instructional process. Learning aids, which include visual aids, audio- visual aids, real objects and many others, are instructional materials and devices through which teaching and learning are conducted in educational setting. The use of concrete materials learning aids has always been intuitively appealing, Thompson (1999). Audio visual aids help to relate the general concept to actual reality. Words are often inadequate in communicating information or images of things of which the pupils has no direct experience. A model, picture, or a sketch can make the concept clear understandable. Audio visual aids are those devices which are used in classroom to encourage teaching, learning process and make it easier and interesting. Audio visual aids are the best tool for making teaching effective and the best dissemination of knowledge, (Rasual, Bukshb and Batool, 2011).Learning aids are very adequate for the younger learners, it is not as relevant to advance learners because their ability to create construct, comprehend, make deduction and make value judgment are required. Teaching and learning become defective in the absence of appropriate instructional materials. Instructional materials are those materials used in the classrooms or workshop for instruction or demonstration purposes by students and teachers, Ibeneme (2000). Foresee (1972) saw them as actual equipment used as a hand- on process by learners in order to develop the degree of skills sought by the course requirements. In English language such instructional materials include word cards, pictures, objectives, puzzles and so on. These materials can be grouped into three sections.
Audio: dealing with what is heard, music, drums, radio, tape recorder projectors, DVD and sound effect that can be heard.
Visuals: things that can be seen comprising of posters, charts, chalk boards, fanned graph, flash cards, puzzles, objects (real),projectors, cartoons, television, computer CD, internet and so on.
Multi- sensory: where pupils learns through the five senses sees, hear, smell, taste and touch. This can take the forms of role play, demonstration, models, simulations, and visits and so on.
Free recall: this type of memory retrieval involves being able to access the information without being cued. Answering a question on a fill- in- the blank test is a good example of recall.
Recollection: this type of memory retrieval involves reconstructing memory, often utilizing logical structures, partial memories narratives or clues. For example, writing an answer on an essay exam often involves remembering bits of information, and then restructuring the remaining information based on these partial memories.
Recognition: this type of memory retrieval involves identifying information after experiencing it again. For example, taking a multiple- choice quiz requires that you recognize the correct answer out of a group of available answers.
Relearning: this type of memory retrieval involves relearning information that has been previously learned. This often makes it easier to remember and retrieve information in the future and can improve the strength of memories. The term imagery refers to a wide variety of techniques, including simple visualization and direct suggestion using imagery, metaphor and storytelling, interpretation, drawing, and active imagination where elements of the unconscious are invited to appear as images that can communicate with the conscious mind, Sheehan (1971). It is generally observed that the major problem in primary schools is the method of imparting knowledge. Lack of appropriate teaching aids has always led to the poor performance of primary schools pupils, this is seen in their inability to recall or reproduce what they learnt in the time past as they take class test or school exams. A study carried out by Rausal (2011) revealed that the method employed in teaching in most primary schools is not effective to help pupils to recall information taught to them. Most of their studies are done without visual aids or appropriate teaching aids that stimulate, motivate, and activate learners within instructional process. This study will help to find out the effect of imagery on word recall.
Aside imagery as one of the independent variable in this study, Gender entails the fact of being a male or a female. Afnan Aldali and Fatima Siddiqui (2012) conducted experiment to determine the effect of gender on memory recall and concluded that gender does affect memory recall. According to Michino,& Michino (2009),females perform better than males. They opined that the factor responsible for this gender differences is style. Females have ability to remember items, events etc, better than males. Furthermore, it was found that female structured their memories in a more integrated and less differentiated style, whereas, male structured their memories in a more differentiated and less integrated style. Nakash and Bordy (2007). Another research done by Robbins and Randal (1989) showed that females rated themselves higher than males on remembering conservation and other recent events. Gender plays a strong role in how people remember, a new Cornell study confirms this. (Wang, Hou & Wiprovnick, 2011). Research and many tales from real life report that women are typically better at remembering past events than men. Qi Wang, professor of human development in cornell's college of Human Ecology conducted a study in which diverse group of 60 college undergraduates received three text messages over the course of a week that prompted them to immediately write down what had happened to them during the past 30 minutes. At the end of the week, they were asked to recall as much detail as possible about these events in a surprise memory test. Compared with men, the women in the study recorded more event details initially and then recalled more details more accurately about the remembered events a week later, even after controlling for the additional detail women originally encoded. And while the men and women in the study recorded similar event content initially, at recall, the women reported their experiences by focusing more on relationships and social interactions than men. These findings are provocative in showing that women and men see their worlds differently, likely due to different cognitive styles, and that gender ideologies come into play in memory reconstruction Wang added.
But in this study, i will concentrate on the free recall. Roediger, Nairne, Neath and Suprenant (1971) observed that one of the basic measures performance in free recall paradigm is simply the number of words recalled from a list, which varies with a number of factors, including the list length, the type of material studied, and any task used to process the words. When one examines the probability of recall by the position of the item in the list (its serial position), one item in the list finds that the initial and terminal items in the list are better remember than those in the middle also known as the primacy and recency items, respectively. Primacy effects generally come from the idea that greater attention is devoted to items that appear at the beginning of presentation list. Bonvillian (1983) presents a classic study of serial position effects in free recall.
Will the pupils who were taught with imagery recall better than those who were taught without imagery?
Would gender differences have effect on recall?
The effect of gender on recall.
The effect of imagery on recall.
This study focuses on the effect of imagery stimuli because of their practical relevance to education. It also seeks to know if there are significant differences in male and female on recall when these factors are examined together. This research will therefore investigate the effects on Nigeria population.
The findings of the study will be of a great benefit in many areas of teaching and learning especially for the pupils in primary schools.
It will help pupils to recall better what they were taught and enhance their academic performance.
The study will help teachers to develop a better method of teaching that provide cognitive and effective benefits to the learners.
It will bring about effective understanding among pupils and will faster strong relationship between the teachers and the pupils.
Finally the finding from the study will be of great help to stakeholders in education and curriculum development agencies in deciding strategies to improve schools.
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Roads were deserted, shops were closed and several offices declared holiday.
The usual milling crowds in towns were missing as most people remained glued to the television sets, watching the nail-baiting match.
It was by breaking 108 coconuts that cricket fans in the city prayed for the success of Team India in its monumental clash with Pakistan at Mohali.
Led by the vice-president of the town municipal council, Murali Gowda, young men of Pulikeshi Kannada Sangha of Jayanagar offered the coconut sacrifice at the Saphalamma temple, seeking success for their favourite team.
The young men also planned to view the match on the temple premises where they erected a huge flat screen TV on an elevated stage.
A few hours before the match, cricket madness was at its feverish pitch in the city, with youngsters, face painted with the national colours, marching in a procession, carrying the national flag.
As the match was due to begin at 2.30 in the afternoon, holiday was declared in many colleges. As the start of the match drew closer, fans gathered around TV sets. Big groups of people gathered before a number of shops that had TV sets showing the match.
In the City of Palaces, the usual flow of tourists to the palace and the zoo was missing. Instead, big crowds were seen at shops, hotels and pubs which had television sets showing the match. Some star hotels and clubs had made special "wine and dine" arrangements for watching cricket.
The number of visitors to the Mysore Palace was half the daily average. Sources said only 2,376 general visitors, 110 foreign nationals and 445 students visited the palace, while on Monday, it had registered about 4,162 visitors, the palace officer told Deccan Herald. At the zoo, the daily gate collection was only Rs 1.34 lakh on Wednesday, while it was Rs two lakh on Monday, said Markandaiah, the executive director. Even hospitals and cinema halls recorded a low turnout. Some hospitals re-scheduled surgeries and operations, too.
"A youth, who was to undergo a minor surgery, requested us to postpone it as he could watch the match," said a doctor in a private nursing home. Some industrial units had four-hour shifts.
The cricket fever gripped Belgaum too. Arrangements were made to show the match on large screens at Jirge Auditorium at the Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College and Millenium Gardens, apart from hotels and clubs.
A few shops, which were open, did not have customers in the afternoon. The rest of the city stayed indoors, wishing Team India victory.
As soon as Team India won the toss, shop owners voluntarily downed the shutters. The main roads saw only a few vehicles and buses were almost empty; the traffic police were seen relaxing amid the cheering crowd. Second PU students, who usually discussed the question paper after the examination, hurried home after writing their last paper.
The atmosphere in hotels, which drew customers with special arrangements, was charged with spectators shouting slogans: "Mera Bharat Mahan", after the first innings.
The Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company division, which supplies power to Bidar, received rare appreciation and gratitude for ensuring uninterrupted supply during the historic match.
Parents, who had snapped TV cables to make their children prepare for the exams, were a bit disappointed.
They were seen asking their relatives and friends for updates over the phone and enjoying Team India's performance. Those who didn't have TV sets thronged the footpaths in front of shops to watch the match.
The coastal city was no different from other district centres. Banks and commercial establishments, hotels and petrol bunks wore a deserted look. The city talked only cricket.
The temple town Udupi was absolutely silent but for the occasional "cheers" and "oops" heard from the residences and the shops with television sets.


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UA 429.01 U.S. Naval Photographic Center Photo Collection
Places-Shore Facilities--Bases-Stations-Labs-Installations
Navy Leadership
Title: UA 429.01 U.S. Naval Photographic Center Photo Collection
Description: 20 loose photographs and a printed booklet (with identifications and seating charts) from a Presidential Party for British Prime Minister Winston Churchill onboard USS Williamsburg (AGC-369) in March 1953.
Accession#: UA 429
Catalog#: UA 429.01
Donor: Unknown
20 loose photographs and a printed booklet (with identifications and seating charts) from a Presidential Party for British Prime Minister Winston Churchill onboard USS Williamsburg (AGC-369) in March 1953. Individuals in photographs include: Prime Minister Winston Churchill, President Harry S. Truman, Vice President Richard Nixon, Foreign Minister of Great Britain Anthony Eden, Secretary of State Dean Acheson, French Ambassador Henri Bonnet, Congressman James P. Richards, Senator Lyndon B. Johnson, President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Ambassador to Great Britain Walter Gifford, John R. Synder, Secretary of Defense Robert A. Lovett, General Omar Bradley, Senator Alexander Wiley, Senator Robert A. Taft, His Excellency Rene Mayer, John Foster Dulles, Henry Cabot Lodge, Representative Sam Rayburn, Frederick Lindemann, 1st Viscount Cherwell, Hastings Ismay, 1st Baron Ismay, Averell Harriman, and the stewards of the USS Williamsburg.


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A.C.E.: Another Century's Episode 3: The Final
A few years after the events of A.C.E. 2, a strange meteor lands near the home of average high-school student Barrel Orland. Unidentified life forms begin to attack, and he meets a girl named Fei Roshenande, pilot of a giant robot called the Exbrau....
Name A.C.E.: Another Century's Episode 3: The Final
A.C.E.3
Platform Sony Playstation 2
Release Date September 6, 2007
Developers FromSoftware, Inc.
FromSoftware, Inc.
Publishers Banpresto
Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Another_Century%27s_Episode_3:_The_Final
Video Link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhiqdBuJUqI
A few years after the events of A.C.E. 2, a strange meteor lands near the home of average high-school student Barrel Orland. Unidentified life forms begin to attack, and he meets a girl named Fei Roshenande, pilot of a giant robot called the Exbrau. Reluctantly, he joins Fei and becomes a pilot for the Earth Federation, fighting the invading aliens in hopes of stopping their assault on his planet.


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