Under the new plush exterior, Lancelute has a student underneath it who drives this energy. While his secret identity cannot be revealed, his thoughts can.
PLU's mascot has been a knight since Fall 2009, when the PLU community voted to name him "Lancelute." In 2010, the Athletics logos were revamped and rebranded to their current form.
Last year, the Athletics department decided the mascot needed to reflect this new brand. After receiving a grant from the Associated Students of Pacific Lutheran University (ASPLU), the department completed designs over the summer and had a mascot ready to premiere at the beginning of spring semester.
Athletic Marketing and Social Media Director Sarah Hebel said the new mascot fits not only with the athletics brand, but also with all of PLU.
Sarah Giomi '18, a member of the cheer squad, loves the spirit Lancelute encourages.
Men's basketball coach Steve Dickerson may have been a little distracted during Lancelute's debut on Feb. 6, but he finds a new mascot exciting, and even useful.
Hebel agreed: Lancelute is a fantastic personification of PLU.


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Yet another good news for art connoisseurs today! A wooden crucifix recently attributed to the young Michelangelo—the carving has been tentatively dated to 1495, when the artist was 20, by the experts—was on display in Rome yesterday, at the Italian Embassy to the Holy See, after being purchased (3.2 million euros) by the Italian State from a Turin arts dealer. It will also be in exhibition at the Italian Parliament on December 23 before finding a permanent home in one of Florence's main museums.


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New Designs on Four Mile Run Park Expansion
Architects Anonymous strike again.
The intrepid group of area architects has combined forces once more to unleash yet another great set of plans to revive the dormant goal to expand Four Mile Run Park along Mt. Vernon Avenue.
You may recall Architects Anonymous from their last Arlandria effort, where they developed a very promising and award winning plan for the parcels of newly acquired open space (4109 Mt. Vernon Ave). Those became the inspiration first for the Four Mile Run Farmers and Artisans Market, and then for saving the old Duron Paint store building for community use, which is set to begin construction this month.
The group continued to refine plans based on community input to create a dynamic outdoor space that acts as a gateway to the City. The architects and City staff have diligently reached out to the community over the months, vetting the plans during a design charrette, then with the Arlandria Plan Implementation Group, the Four Mile Run Restoration Task Force and the City's Parks and Rec Commission. The plans have met with universal support, and feedback has been incorporated into all that's going forward.
As conceived, the now vacant lots along Mt Vernon Avenue will be transformed into an vibrant community space. As part of the plan, the Four Mile Run Farmers' Market will continue to occupy approximately the same footprint, with opportunities to expand northward on the site as it grows. The plans incorporate rain gardens, new landscaping, and a number of dynamic elements that can be cheaply and easily altered over time, such as painted pavement and colorful banners.
A portion of the funds to complete the work are now available thanks to a February 17th vote by the Arlandria Plan Implementation Group. The vote allocated the $200,000 left over from the Arlandria Plan Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget towards the first of two phases to complete the park expansion. The CIP funds come from the long idle plan to bring streetscape improvements and amenities to Mt Vernon Avenue, but which remained unspent since most improvements were deemed infeasible without redevelopment of the large properties. Looking to get the best bang for the buck on a low hanging fruit project, the community rallied behind funding what they could. The $200,000 will cover at least the hard scaping portion of the park expansion plan, which should be underway by this Summer. Phase two largely consists of landscaping, plantings, and other volunteer labor accessible and less costly amenities. With further volunteer and community support (that means you, readers!) and the sweat equity demonstrated with the rehab of the old Duron building and at the 4MRMarket site, phase two could be accomplished by the end of the year
Architects Anonymous has put a lot into this project on the basis that they see with community support so much could be done for so little. They have really drawn inspiration for specific elements of other nearby projects to turn these empty parking lots into a real park. Simple installations, such as banners and temporary shade structures, as seen in Rosslyn, have instantly revived vacant lots into usable and inviting space. Here are a few of the ideas they hope to bring in:
To manage run-off and utilize current site topography, a rain garden would be installed in the low lying area between the pavement and the soccer field.
Existing berms can be augmented with rock outcroppings to create viewing areas for soccer games and other community events.
Painted pavement will help turn boring asphalt into a colorful and engaging space.
Banners will bring color but can also reflect community diversity, events, and define the space.
It's an exciting time in Arlandria and around Four Mile Run. There's plenty more news from over the winter about all of the revitalization efforts. Watch this space.
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PUNE: The cardiologists and hospitals in the city stand divided on how the price cap on cardiac stents will benefit patients.
While some medical practitioners that TOI contacted said the move will benefit a large number of patients, the others expressed fear that it may result in "reverse medical tourism".
"The decision is extremely significant and will benefit a large number of patients across the country. In over 90% of the cases, second generation cardiac stents are used that also include the ones approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA). The new generation stents are used only in 10% of the cases since these patients can afford them (since they currently do not come under the capped price range)," cardiologist Shirish Sathe, president of the Cardiological Society of India, Pune branch, said.
Chief cardiologist Purvez Grant, managing trustee of Ruby Hall Clinic, however, expressed displeasure over the government's decision to cap prices of cardiac stents.
He said with reduction in pricing, all imported stents that are of high quality have gone missing from the shelves of leading hospitals. "We are now only left with mediocre quality stents that have high incidence of re-blockage," Grant said while adding that the move may force cardiologists to refer high risk cases for bypass, which they had been handling successfully by treating them with angioplasty.
"Medical tourism, which was starting to take off in India, will take a serious hit by this wrong price fixing of stents and other disposables," Grant said.
Eapen further said overall the move a welcome step as more people can afford to get treated with cardiac stenting procedure. "However, international firms specializing in stents may skip India for now due to the price cap. But ultimately they will have to reduce the selling price to meet the government notification since India is a huge market for them," he added.


To help you choose the HVAC Refrigerant Leak Detector that fits all your requirement, we have created a list of six leak detectors after testing 23 different models for 127 hours. Out of six Fieldpiece Heated Diode Refrigerant Leak Detector is the best HVAC Refrigerant Leak Detector. It has highly accurate sensors, and detects almost all HVAC gases.If you want to know more about our testing process, scroll down to the section where it is discussed in detail. Even with reviews, you will find some insights into our testing process.
Automatic and manual zeroing. Long lasting battery. The sensor is well protected from moisture.
Accurate in pinpointing the source of the leak. Works with all HVAC gas leaks. Simple ergonomics.
Complete package in terms of HVAC detection. Spare tip included in the package. Very easy to handle under different working conditions.
It can be a little expensive.
The SRL8 is a popular detector among the HVAC technicians. So we were keen to test the product. Before that we asked the experts, "what makes it a popular choice?" All experts agree that it is the heated diode technology that makes the difference.
We had barely opened the package and switched on, it picked up the test leakage. Even with low sensitivity settings, the leak triggered the sensor. Our team used it to identify the leak to the source with ease.
We loved the fact that you can mute the alert sound. That is a good feature to have when you do not want to disturb anyone or working under noisy conditions.
As far as the performance is concerned while detecting all types of gases including, CFCs, HCFCs, HFCs and other blends, it was accurate.
Like most of the leak detectors, it operates on battery. We charged the battery to its fullest and used it throughout the day. We were able to use the device for whole day without having to charge it again. However, like any battery operated device, with time the battery capacity may reduce.
The sensor is well protected from moisture.
With SRL8 you don't have to think much. It is a fast and durable leak detector. Just go for it.
Robinair is known for its service tools. Any tools manufactured by them are trustworthy and certified. The TIFRX-1A is a perfect example of their quality. As the leak detector, it is based on the MPC circuit and advanced microprocessor for signal processing.
Our first test was to ensure that it detects almost all types of refrigerants with ease. We think the microprocessor provides great power for detection. In addition, automatic reset helped us to pinpoint the source of the leak.
During detection process, we kept an eye on how the indicators are working. It has an audible alarm with variable frequency. Even the ergonomics are simple. You can change the sensitivity setting and also perform a manual reset.
The TIFRX-1A uses two C-cell batteries as a power source. Yes, C-cell batteries are definitely old style but did the job duirng tests. However, we think a rechargeable battery would have helped it score some more points in our tests.
A powerful microprocessor for signal processing.
Accurately pinpoints the source of the leak.
Detection all HVAC gas leaks.
Costs less than similar detectors.
If you require a detector from a reputed manufacturer and within your budget of $150, the TIFRX-1A is just right.
We always keep an eye on those products that do the job as well as do not burn a hole in your pocket. Even for the best HVAC refrigerant leak detectors, we found one—the Signstek Portable halogen gas leakage detector.
You may think to being a budget detector you may lose on some of the best features but it surprised us with what it has to offer. It has very simple ergonomics, detects almost all HVAC gases, and uses C-cell batteries as power source.
Beyond the basic package, it has light indicators to help reset the detector. When we were using it we didn't feel we were using as a budget detector. It was accurate with every type of HVAC gases. It alerts you with 6-level leakage alarm.
It also uses C-cell batteries. A rechargeable battery would have been great but with price range so low, there is nothing to complain. However, to make it more user-friendly, it shows battery voltage with three colors—red, orange, and green. Thus, you can change the batteries before it runs out.
The only thing with the detector that you have to take care of is to reset the detector in fresh air before you use it for a leakage.
Fits into any kind of budget.
Complete package in terms of HVAC gas detection.
Spare tip included in the package.
Very easy to handle under different working conditions.
When you are looking for a leakage detector that fits right into your budget or matter of fact any budget, Signstek Portable AC Refrigerant Halogen Gas Leakage Detector will always be an option.
The Inficon Tek-Mate is on our list because of its ability to find the finest of the leaks. Most of the leak detectors are capable but usually not sensitive or too sensitive to detect the leak. For our team, the Inficon Tek-Mate's sensitivity was right in the sweet spot.
When we asked about the detectors to our experts, the told us that Inficon Tek-Mate uses a high-temperature ceramic sensor which is more sensitive than other technology. However, unlike other detectors, you need to handle the detector with care because any moisture or high heat can damage the sensor.
It runs on 2 D-cell batteries which gives long running life compared to other similar leak detectors. Though rechargeable battery could have been better like the other HVAC leakage detectors have. But a low battery indicator makes up for it. So, you can change the battery before it is discharged completely.
Like any other good leakage detectors it also has variable audible signal and a flashing LED to help locate the leakage.
Much better battery life than C-Cell based detectors.
If you require a detector that has the right amount of sensitivity, Inficon Tek-Mate will never disappoint you.
When we were testing different leak detectors, Elitech ILD-200 impressed us with its modern look and technology. If we look at the features, it has a TFT screen which not many leak detectors can boast about. Overall, the design also fits nicely into your hand. You can see the developers have put a lot of thought into renovating the leak detector.
As for the technology, it uses infrared spectrum absorption. The infrared sensor can detect all the HVAC gases.
When we were testing, it detected all the HVAC gases with ease. However, we had to lower the sensitivity on some unstable results. It has 3 sensitive settings, which allows you to work according to the working environment.
The most impressive thing about the Elitech ILD-200 detector is a TFT screen. You can see the sensitivity settings, detection, battery life etc. on the screen. Though there was no faulty sensor, it will notify if the sensor is compromised.
In addition, if you don't want to disturb anyone with noise alerts or you are working in a noisy environment, you can easily hook a 3.5 mm headphone.
Even the battery it uses is the modern day battery. It uses Lithium battery which gives you up to 6 hours of working time with full charge. We did measure the time it took to fully charge. It was around 4 hours 10 minutes.
Expensive then some of the leak detectors.
We recommend you to get this detector just because of the TFT screen and headphone jack. It will make the detection process even smoother.
It is another advanced HVAC gas detector that you can buy. Though it doesn't have TFT screen like Elitech ILD-200, it gives you the same performance. It also uses an infrared sensor for leakage detection.
When we used it, we were satisfied with the results. It was able to detect even the smallest of leakage. But the biggest positive about the Inficon D-Tek Select lies in its package. It includes spare filters, car charger, DC charger and carrying case.
This packaging makes it the most portable HVAC leak detector. With two different types of chargers available, it gives you the flexibility of working in different environments. As far as the batteries are concerned it uses NiMH instead of lithium.
Ergonomics are simple and almost the same as the best HVAC refrigerant leak detectors we have mentioned on our list. The only thing that could have been better was battery life. Though being a rechargeable detector, it makes up for it.
Two types of chargers included in the package.
If you are looking for highly portable as well as the most advanced leak detector, you can trust Inficon D-Tek Select.
Buyer's Guide- What To Consider While Buying Best HVAC Refrigerant Leak Detectors?
The only way to measure any leakage is by using the right leak detector. With so many options available, finding the best HVAC leak detector is tough. But if you know what factors to consider while buying, you will be able to get the detector that suits your need easily.
These detectors use an effect called corona discharge. In corona discharge, when air flows through an electrical field of a wire, depending on the charge in the air, there is a change in the current flowing through the wire.
So the detectors look for this change in the current. Once detected, it triggers the alarm. However, using this detection technique you cannot tell the type of gas. It can even trigger a false alarm if it detects cleaning chemicals. In addition, they are unsuitable of HCs gases. Hence, not many technicians are huge fan of the corona discharge detectors.
As you can tell by the name, it uses sound waves emitted during a leakage. When gas escapes through crevices, it makes a certain sound. The frequencies of the sound are well beyond a human ears. So the detector amplifies the sound into an audible sound.
Though technology is not new but not many are known to use it compared to other hand handled leak detectors. The big advantage of using such detector is that it can detect any gas. Be it HCs, HCFCs, or HFCs refrigerants.
Though there are manufacturers that offer ultrasonic detector they are expensive then the Best HVAC Refrigerant leak detectors we have mentioned in our list.
When any gas passes through an optical bench, its infrared radiation can be measured. This is the base principle of infrared leak detectors. Depending on the amount of infrared radiation is absorbed, the device detects the leakage.
The technology is introduced in recent times. And by far it is the most accurate technology when it comes to HVAC refrigerant detection. One big advantage of it over other techniques the results are less prone to contamination.
If you are looking for the best-infrared detectors, then Elitech ILD-200 Advanced Refrigerant Infrared Leak Detector and Inficon D-Tek Select Leak Detector are the two best options.
Heated diode detectors use an electrical phenomenon, were heated diode generates a current when halogenated gas passes through. This current can be used to trigger the alarm.
Detectors using heated diode are the most sensitive types. They can easily pinpoint the leakage. But same sensitivity sometimes goes against it. Even with the smallest amount of moisture, or oil can contaminate the sensor.
For the same reason, after every 100 hours of use, the sensor needs to be changed.
Now you understand all types of HVAC leak detectors. If you ask us, which are the best types, we suggest you go only for the heated diode or infrared leak detectors. Even our list of the best HVAC refrigerant leak detectors includes only these two types of detectors.
When you are looking for an HVAC gas leakage you need to find the source fast. Only the most accurate leak detector will be able to meet that demand. While looking for the accuracy for any detector, the best sign is to look at the technique it uses for the detection.
As we have mentioned earlier heated diode and infrared detectors provide you the most accurate reading. So stick to only those two types. Elitech ILD-200 Advanced Refrigerant Infrared Leak Detector and Fieldpiece Heated Diode Refrigerant Leak Detector are the most accurate detectors that you can buy.
What we mean continuous operation time is that for how long you can use the detector continuously. The reason why you need to consider this factor is that it shows how much time you the detector gives to find the leakage.
Beyond the continuous operation limit, you risk exposing the sensor to contaminants. Once, the sensor is contaminated, there is no way but to change it. So, get the detector that is not prone to contamination. Almost all the infrared leak detectors are not prone to contamination like Elitech ILD-200 Advanced Refrigerant Infrared Leak Detector.
You want to use a detector which is cordless and gives ample mobility in any working environment. That is most preferred leak detectors are battery powered. If you see our list you will find that some detectors use traditional cell batteries and some modern lithium batteries.
Cell type batteries can be recharged. They need to be replaced. And the lithium-ion batteries are chargeable. Both have their advantages. Cell type batteries can run for a long time whereas lithium batteries need to be charged every 5-6 hours.
But there is one issue with cell type batteries. When the battery is low, the detector may not function properly. But it is not the same with lithium batteries. But sometimes you may not have to charge port nearby you, then for such cases on the detectors with replaceable batteries is the only option.
The sensor is the main factor that differentiates one detector to another. So always see the lifetime of the sensor. Some have 1 year, 5 years or 10 years. Though the manufacturer may say, it sensor may last up to 10 years, but if it gets contaminated easily, then there is no point buying the detector.
So, always make sure the detector you buy has a well-protected sensor and has a long life.
As the detectors are always, used in some tough environments where there are moisture, oil or different gases, maintenance becomes a key factor. If the detector is not maintained properly, it loses its accuracy. So, get the detector that requires list amount of maintenance. More importantly, the sensor must be well protected. Thus reducing the effort required for maintenance.
1. Which is the best HVAC refrigerant leak detector?
There is not as such the best HVAC refrigerant leak detector. People have their own needs and own budget. In addition, a leak detector is a device that is operated in various types of environment. You have to get the one that can handle a particular environment.
2. Is zeroing required every time you use?
Yes, any detector you use, it has to reset to zero in clean air. Most of the device has a straightforward reset button that you can use to reset before you use.
We brought 23 different leak detector and tested them for different parameters like accuracy, ease of use, battery life, and maintenance. These parameters were set for different environments. We had to use a different environment because detectors are used in number of different ways. It is used for different HVAC systems like home, warehouse, car, etc.
In addition to testing, we also made sure that our team used each and every detector as an average user. This helped us to understand each product in much better way. Talking to 12 experts also helped us to deepen our experience with these products.
We also went through several reputed review sites and also looked at the user reviews to understand what others think about the product.
After evaluating and interviewing our experts, our team scored them for accuracy, battery, and ease of use. This allowed us to rank the products.
HVAC gas leak detectors are required for detecting a different type of gases and under different circumstances. So make sure you have understood why you need a detector and under what conditions you will be using the detector. In addition, detectors have their own advantages and disadvantages. So go through our buyer's guide to learn more about leak detectors. Once you are sure of your needs and have proper information on detectors, you can set your budget and try to find the best HVAC refrigerant leak detectors.


DOHA, QATAR (OCTOBER 10, 2015) (REUTERS) – Children and adults in the Qatari capital Doha gathered on Saturday (October 10) to mark the World Mental Heath Day.
The event was organised by Mental Health Friends Organisation 'Weyak' in an effort to raise public awareness about the importance of mental health.
Mohammed al-Benali, the executive director of organisation, said there are many misconceptions about the subject in the Arab world.
"We do this to promote the concept of mental health, which unfortunately is misunderstood in the Arab world. When you speak of mental health people think of mental illness and mentally retarded or crazy people. On the contrary, mental health deals with the majority of people who have no mental illness, in order to protect them from going down that path," Benali said.
But some visitors like Hassan Youssif, who attended the event with his family, said things were changing.
"I think people have started to understand what mental health is. They started to ask and questions are beginning to knowledge," Youssif said.
Another man Ossama Eid said he tries to raise his children thinking about the importance of their mental health.
"Psychology is an important aspect in our lives. As parents we implement psychological concepts as we raise our kids, even though we sometimes do so unconsciously," Eid said.
The day-long event included included a race for children, various competitions, and arts and crafts activities.
The event is being held for the second consecutive year in Qatar.
This year, the celebration was held under the slogan: "Dignity for recipients of psychological treatment" in an effort to fight the stigma attached to mental health problems.
The World Health Organisation designated October 10 as the World Mental Health Day to raise awareness.


To determine whether the plasma concentration of high sensitive Troponin T (TnThs) correlates with the initial echocardiographic ejection fraction (EF) in patients with sepsis. Analyze whether the TnThs acts as a biomarker and independent determinant factor of myocardial dysfunction in these patients.
We performed a prospective observational study with a cohort of 60 septic patients admitted to the ICU. Demographic data, severity scales, organ failure and doses of noradrenalin were registered. TnThs analysis was performed at baseline and in the first 24 hours a transthoracic echocardiography was performed to assess the ejection fraction (Simpson), once a correct resuscitation had been performed. Patients were monitored until hospital discharge. The statistical analysis was aimed to show whether biomarker TnThs acts as an early myocardial dysfunction biomarker in patients with sepsis and if it is an independent determinant factor of myocardial dysfunction. A bivariate analysis was performed using non-parametric tests and multiple logistic regression with the aim of obtaining a model adjusted to severity. Statistical significance if p < 0.05.
Of the 60 studied patients, 65% were men, with a mean age 63.9 ± 13.2 years. APACHE II was 16.8 ± 7.5 points, SAPS II 38.3 ± 15.7 points and an initial SOFA of 6.8 ± 2.8 points. Mortality to 28 days was 23.3%. The most frequent source of sepsis was abdominal (38.3%), followed by respiratory (23.3%). 36.7% of patients had initial myocardial dysfunction (EF < 50%) and TnThs values were positive (> 15 ng / L) in 76.6%.The correlation between the quantitative levels of initial TnThs and doses of noradrenaline was positive and statistically significant, with p = 0.0001. There was also a significant correlation, in this case negative, between the quantitative levels of initial TnThs and the initial EF (p = 0.04). The multiple logistic regression model adjusted for APACHE II showed that the TnThs [OR: 1.027 (95% CI = 1.000 to 1.007); p = 0.04] was an independent determinant of myocardial dysfunction in this model.
The TnThs is a suitable biomarker for detecting myocardial dysfunction and correlates well with the initial EF and doses of noradrenalin. In a multiple logistic regression model adjusted by severity, TnThs behaves as an independent determinant factor of myocardial dysfunction in patients with sepsis.


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Saudi king and crown prince meet murdered journalist's family
By F. Brinley Bruton and Associated Press and Reuters with NBC News World News • Updated: 23/10/2018
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, right, shakes hand with Jamal Khashoggi's son Salah in Riyadh. - Copyright Saudi Press Agency
Saudi King Salman and his son Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received family members of murdered Washington Post contributor Jamal Khashoggi in Riyadh, state news agency SPA reported on Tuesday.
The royals greeted the journalist's sons, Salah and Sahel, at the Yamama Palace in Riyadh. A friend of the Khashoggis has told The Associated Press that Salah is under a travel ban. The individual spoke to the agency on condition of anonymity, fearing reprisal.
The visit, which was filmed and photographed, came as Saudi Arabia sought to contain a firestorm of criticism over its handling of Khashoggi's disappearance after he visited the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul on Oct. 2.
After vehemently denying any official involvement in the incident, on Friday the kingdom said the journalist had actually died in a "rogue operation"during a fight in the consulate. This followed allegations by Turkish authorities who said they had audio recordings proving Khashoggi died and was dismembered inside the building. Other regional diplomats have told NBC News that they believe his remains were removed from the consulate in boxes.
Khashoggi, a former regime insider who last year went into self-imposed exile, was a prominent critic of the crown prince and the 33-year-old royal's crackdown on dissent.
Earlier, the Saudi cabinet promised to hold to account those who were responsible for Khashoggi's death and those who "failed in their duties" in the case that has strained ties between Riyadh and the West.
The absolute monarchy is a longtime U.S. ally and considered a bulwark against Iran, but the crisis over Khashoggi's death has helped crystallize growing unease about the crown prince, the country's de facto ruler.
Earlier Tuesday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said evidence showed Khashoggi's killing was "brutal" and "premeditated," contradicting Saudi Arabia's most recent version of events.
Erdogan's address coincided with the opening of the Future Investment Initiative, a glittering gathering under the auspices of the crown prince that is aimed at showcasing oil-rich Saudi Arabia as a moderate high-tech mecca. In recent days, a slew of businesses leaders and media companies announced that they were pulling out of the Riyadh meeting dubbed "Davos in the Desert."
Bin Salman received a standing ovation when he made an unannounced stop at the conference, and appeared at an afternoon panel next to Jordan's King Abdullah II, but made no public remarks.
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Precious:) Those two cuties sure explained it perfectly! Have a blessed day dear friend, BIG HUGS!
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Seeing as this is my third Rhythm Traveler (hereafter referred to as "RT"), I'm obviously biased toward these drums. However, every possible attempt will be made to keep this review unbiased and "matter-of-factly". My first RTs were purchased largely based on the inclusion of mesh heads and plastic cymbals for silent practice as I lived in a condo at the time. When I moved to a house the RTs received the mylar heads and real cymbals and jammed that way for about a year. They were later sold to finance a used full size drum set. Even with the available space, I found that I missed the RTs and ended up buying another set. A couple of years later, Due to expecting a baby, both the RT and the full size set were sold and replaced with an electronic kit. By the time my daughter was three I once again set out to acquire an acoustic drum set and decided on yet another RT in black, just like the previous two, which will be the subject of this review.
The RTs come neatly packaged in two boxes that easily fit an a sub-compact hatchback. I unpacked them at the store so as to not have to dispose of all the packaging and dropped off the CX300 cymbals at the thrift store on my way home. Not that the included cymbals are any worse than cymbals included with other entry level sets. In fact they'll do the job of filling the stands nicely if this is a first kit. However just like any included budget cymbals, they always made me feel like a cartoon character when I attempted to crash the "crash/ride". The hats sound acceptable closed but not so acceptable open.
Hardware: Chrome cymbal stand, Chrome Hi-Hat stand with black base, Three black L-arms, Two black bass drum spurs, Aluminum clamp for mounting the low tom to the cymbal stand, Aluminum/black bass drum pedal, Chrome snare stand, Two sided beater (Felt/plastic), Two 20″ Black anodized aluminum hoops with black wrap inlay, 10″, 12″, 14″ black rims and the two 13″ black rims already assembled on the snare, 12 black claws for the bass drum and a bag of chrome T-rods.
Heads: Black 20″ rez head with white pearl logo, Clear 20″ batter head with integrated "o-ring", 10″, 12″ and 14″ "Pearl Protone" dual ply hydraulic (oil filled) tom batter heads as well as the coated 13″ batter head and clear 13″ rez head already assembled on the snare. Also included is a complete set of batter-side mesh heads for each drum.
Drums: The overall quality, fit and finish is in my opinion excellent for the price-range. The tolerances vary so I will list them separately per drum, in this order; Trueness of Bearing Edge (How "out-of-flat" the bearing edge is); "Out of roundness"; Bearing edge finish and Rim/hoop "Out of flatness". In this price range I would expect up to 1mm Out-of-flat, and up to 3mm Out-of round.
The snare bed is perfect. Not over-exaggerated which is so common in recent years. (Going back some 10 years or so they used to be missing altogether on budget snare drums.) Rather it's a gentle taper on both sides sloping down to a depth of a couple of millimetres with a width about an inch and a half. Snare beds like this are rarely seen on any snare included with a kit. Extra points to Pearl.
According to my own standards the Out-of-flatness for the snare and 14″ tom are a bit on the high side but still in the expected range. However, the consequence of excessive "out-of-flatness" is generally an inability to tune them correctly or a lot of effort and/or higher than normal tuning required to tune them equally around the rim. One would expect that this would be amplified by the snare only having six lugs per side. My tuning tests though revealed the opposite, they all tune very easily even at low tension. I had no issues quickly tuning them by ear at a very modest torque of six Kg/cm. On the 14″ tom, the dual ply hydraulic heads may play a role in this, but I'm baffled that the snare tuned so easily with a regular coated head.
I believe the wrap is only adhered at the leading and trailing edge, but nicely tightened to the point that they shouldn't have any noticeable choking effect on the sound. The insides of the shells are sanded to a smooth, but not glossy finish and the mahogany (Lauan?) has a pleasing wood grain. If the outside under the wrap is as nice, they would make nice candidates for a re-finish. Something that quite a few people have done.
The tom brackets are standard 7/8″ "poke the arm into the drum" type and the bass drum spur brackets are hinged. The spurs themselves are simple but do the job nicely and feature spikes as well as rubber feet. The older generations didn't have the spikes causing bass drum creep. All the metal parts are of consistently higher quality than expected in this price range. The lugs really shine, as they are small, light and spring-less.
Hardware: The snare stand and cymbal stand both seem suspiciously light duty but have proven to be both sturdy and durable (Comparably speaking) while being nimble and light. The high hat stand, also light and nimble, seemed "sluggish" at first, but I've either gotten used to it, or it's loosened up with some use. While I can't say there's anything wrong with the bass pedal, it never felt quite right to me either. All three RTs I've owned came with the same pedal and in all three cases it's gotten replaced with just about any other pedal. This may very well be just my personal preference though. It's well constructed and of decent quality, just never felt right to me. All the other included hardware is either of expected or better than expected quality and finish for the price range.
Heads: One of the first things to get replaced on most kits are the heads. This is sometimes due to horrible heads supplied from the manufacturer or personal preference. In my sometimes not so humble opinion the included heads, especially on the toms, are a perfect match for the kit. The dual ply hydraulic heads seem to substantially lessen the timbale effect otherwise common with small single headed toms and instead provide a satisfying thud-like sound. Same for the batter side bass drum head. The coated head on the snare is satisfactory but definitely not ideal and would likely be the first candidate for replacement.
As mentioned the RT comes with a complete set of batter side mesh heads as well as plastic cymbals with foam dampers. The "Muffle Heads" are single ply and of high quality. they are commonly used for conversion of electronic drum kits with mylar heads due largely to their competitive pricing and general availability. The RT really shines in this configuration. There is just enough drum sound to satisfy your senses while being so near silent that you could practice in the next room as someone sleeping without disturbing them at all. Even the snare responds with a slight vibration of the rez head. Just enough to set the snares in motion.
Disregarding the stands and hardware which of course is the same as for a regular kit, the RT is easily disassembled in a matter of minutes and the entire shell-pack fits in the front passenger seat. The snare and toms all fit nicely into a single soft-case for a 15″ tom facilitating a single trip to and from the car. With the correct use of memory locks, set-up is also done in a matter of minutes. Considering this is a five-piece kit with a 20″ bass drum, I would say that portability, set-up and tear-down of the RT is as optimal as it gets.
Obviously, this section is largely subjective and you may not agree with me. I would recommend listening to the RT in person before making any decisions to purchase one. The bass drum sounds much larger than it's diminutive size and shallow depth suggests. It will gladly tune lower than you'd expect from a 20″ with only six lugs per side and without any modifications will ring out for minutes. Cut a CD size hole in it, tune it up a bit and drop a towel inside and you'll swear you're playing a regular 22X18, albeit a tad quieter. The toms obviously can never sound like dual headed ones but as far as concert toms go, they sound as good as any I've heard and again will gladly tune lower than expected fooling the ears that they are larger than their actual size. The snare, while not having a large range and won't provide a real snappy crack, has an overall pleasing tone that surpasses many snares almost the price of the entire RT. Overall for the price and considering the many compromises made in the interest of portability, the RT sounds far better than would be expected.
Sealing and clear-coating the inside of the snare drum shell would greatly improve both the tone and "crack". Tung-oil would be the simplest product to use and acts as both a sealer and clear coat in one. Apply three to four coats. Make sure to mask the bearing edges.
Stuffing the L-arms with foam and capping the ends reduces interference with the drums primary tones. Capping can be done with a piece of dowel, a plastic cap, or silicone.
The RT is more than fair value for money and has far more pros than cons. The biggest cons being the tolerances on some of the shells, the bass pedal and the fact that they, contrary to the manufacturers website, don't exactly nest, unless you remove a bass head. (The 10 will fit in the 14 with the 12 sorta' acting as a lid.) The pros however far outweigh the few cons. Personality and conversation piece is an added bonus. Pearl's Rhythm Traveler gets the CompactDrums.com stamp of approval.


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BACKGROUND: Patients who have had an acute coronary syndrome are at high risk for recurrent ischemic cardiovascular events. We sought to determine whether alirocumab, a human monoclonal antibody to proprotein convertase subtilisin-kexin type 9 (PCSK9), would improve cardiovascular outcomes after an acute coronary syndrome in patients receiving high-intensity statin therapy.
METHODS: We conducted a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial involving 18,924 patients who had an acute coronary syndrome 1 to 12 months earlier, had a low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol level of at least 70 mg per deciliter (1.8 mmol per liter), a non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol level of at least 100 mg per deciliter (2.6 mmol per liter), or an apolipoprotein B level of at least 80 mg per deciliter, and were receiving statin therapy at a high-intensity dose or at the maximum tolerated dose. Patients were randomly assigned to receive alirocumab subcutaneously at a dose of 75 mg (9462 patients) or matching placebo (9462 patients) every 2 weeks. The dose of alirocumab was adjusted under blinded conditions to target an LDL cholesterol level of 25 to 50 mg per deciliter (0.6 to 1.3 mmol per liter). The primary end point was a composite of death from coronary heart disease, nonfatal myocardial infarction, fatal or nonfatal ischemic stroke, or unstable angina requiring hospitalization.
RESULTS: The median duration of follow-up was 2.8 years. A composite primary end-point event occurred in 903 patients (9.5%) in the alirocumab group and in 1052 patients (11.1%) in the placebo group (hazard ratio, 0.85; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.78 to 0.93; P<0.001). A total of 334 patients (3.5%) in the alirocumab group and 392 patients (4.1%) in the placebo group died (hazard ratio, 0.85; 95% CI, 0.73 to 0.98). The absolute benefit of alirocumab with respect to the composite primary end point was greater among patients who had a baseline LDL cholesterol level of 100 mg or more per deciliter than among patients who had a lower baseline level. The incidence of adverse events was similar in the two groups, with the exception of local injection-site reactions (3.8% in the alirocumab group vs. 2.1% in the placebo group).
CONCLUSIONS: Among patients who had a previous acute coronary syndrome and who were receiving high-intensity statin therapy, the risk of recurrent ischemic cardiovascular events was lower among those who received alirocumab than among those who received placebo. (Funded by Sanofi and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals; ODYSSEY OUTCOMES ClinicalTrials.gov number, NCT01663402 .).
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The Devil's Alliance: Hitler's Pact with Stalin, by Roger Moorhouse – Review
Books	Dictatorship	Europe	Germany	Modern	Russia	Sheffield students	by Laurien Vastenhout	on March 15, 2016 3 comments	Hitler Nazi Germany Nazi-Soviet Pact Roger Moorhouse Soviet Russia Stalin World War II 5628 views
So surprising was the signing of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact in August 1939 that it even came as a shock the Soviet and German governments themselves. When the German delegation arrived at Moscow's Khodynka airfield on the day of the signing of the treaty, swastika banners had to be taken from local films studios, where they had recently been used for anti-Nazi propaganda films, to welcome foreign minister Von Ribbentrop.
This story is one of many interesting anecdotes Roger Moorhouse uses to help tell the full story of the Nazi-Soviet pact in his book, The Devil's Alliance: Hitler's Pact with Stalin 1939-1941, which has just been released in paperback. After publications focussed on everyday life in Nazi Germany and the assassination attempts on Adolf Hitler, Moorhouse turns his attention to the pact that disrupted world politics.
One of the strengths of this work is Moorhouse's use of stories to fill in the details of how and why the pact came about and add life to his retelling. In another bizarre episode he recounts Hitler's interest in Stalin's earlobes – whether they were 'ingrown and Jewish, or separate and Aryan'. Clearly, Moorhouse jokingly argues, the Führer was most impatient to learn as much as he could about his new ally. Far more than a series of anecdotes however, The Devil's Alliance gives a remarkable insight in the underlying rationale of both Hitler and Stalin to sign the treaty which, contrary to the title of the book, shouldn't be considered an alliance, but 'a non-aggression pact'.
While Hitler was afraid of British interference and was keen to direct his full attention to the west, Stalin on his part feared an agreement between Hitler and the British and French governments. In addition, although entirely unrealistic, Stalin seemed to have hoped that Hitler and the other capitalist powers would combat and thereby weaken each other. Contrary to what has often been proclaimed, Stalin should therefore not be considered a passive leader, buying time to be able to confront his enemies, but rather as a passive-aggressive actor.
From the outset, Moorhouse emphasises how the pact left an indelible stain on world communism and appalled the supporters of the Nazi-regime who had spent their lives fighting against the communist enemy. Most importantly, due to its 'secret clauses' in which the two states agreed to partition Poland while the independent Baltic states of Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Finland and parts of Romania would fall under the Soviet sphere of influence, the agreement had a much larger impact on many fronts.
Far from a side-show or curiosity – although we might wonder whether these events are indeed as 'largely unknown' as Moorhouse claims in his introduction – the details of the pact are of vital importance to our understanding of the Second World War and the broader story of twentieth century European history.
Throughout the work, Moorhouse increasingly identifies commonalities between the Soviet and Nazi states, not only with reference to their anti-Western policies, but also regarding their hostilities towards the populations of their newly occupied territories. However, in doing so, he leaves little room for thoughts on the crucial differences between the two states.
With the 'Commercial Agreement' in early 1940, the pact's influence extended to the economic sphere of both states. Raw materials from the Soviet Union were exchanged for military supplies by the Germans. The impact of this economic exchange has been largely overestimated. Indeed, as Moorhouse rightfully argues, Soviet-Nazi trade grew throughout the 1940s, but it failed to reach the level of a decade earlier. Besides, there was little trust from both sides that agreement's terms would actually be realised by the other party, resulting in a restraint of deliveries, particularly from the Soviet side.
In addition, Hitler's conquest of Romania and France, amongst others, helped him obtain sufficient quantities of natural resources to fulfil the demands of the German war industry, making him less dependent on Stalin than the latter seemed to anticipate. This resulted in the first breakdowns in the Nazi-Soviet relationship as early as September 1940.
After Hitler's failed attempt to convince Stalin he had to look for new territories southwards rather than eastwards, tensions increased and eventually, despite Stalin's attempts to get closer to Hitler again by signing a non-aggression pact with Japan, resulted in Operation Barbarossa, the German invasion of the Soviet Union.
In his introduction Moorhouse underlines how scandalous it is that Stalin's atrocities find little place in Western historiography, referring to the vast number of those who became Soviet citizens under the aegis of the pact – Poles, Jews, Latvians, Estonians, Lithuanians, Byelorussians, Ukrainians and Romanians – and suffered persecution, torture and death at Soviet hands.
He attempts to make up for this by emphasising the atrocities committed by the Soviets during the war, paying particularly close attention to lesser known brutalities in the Baltic States. As a result, the German atrocities committed while the pact was still in force, remain rather unexplored. This seems peculiar for a historian whose previous interests have mainly centred around the history of Nazi Germany, and a major oversight in a book which sets out to look at both sides involved in the pact.
Despite this The Devil's Alliance is definitely a worthwhile and entertaining read for anyone wanting to find out more about the Nazi-Soviet Pact. A-level and undergraduate students might find it particularly useful, but Moorhouse also provides new insights that will be of use to researchers.
The book provides a masterly account of the confusion that resulted from signing the pact, from Britain's clumsy attempts to come to an agreement with Stalin, to the impossible choice of the Poles – going westwards or eastwards – after the double invasion. It also sheds light on the the immense problems faced by international communist communities to interpret the new line of their great leader. Crucially, it gives us a glimpse into the minds and mindsets of the key characters involved in one of the most important events of the twentieth century, right up to Stalin's naive disbelief in June 1941, as Nazi troops invaded the Soviet Union.
Laurien Vastenhout is an AHRC-funded a PhD student at the University of Sheffield, where she is researching the Jewish Councils of Western Europe under Nazi Occupation. The Devil's Alliance: Hitler's Pact with Stalin, 1939-1941 is published by Vintage and is available to buy now in paperback. History Matters has five copies of the book to give away. If you'd like to win one, go to @unishefhistory or https://www.facebook.com/HistorySheffield/ and tell us the title of your favourite popular history book and a reason why. If your favourite is in the top four, you'll be entered in a draw to win a copy of the book.
Header image: Soviet Foreign Minister Molotov signs the German-Soviet Boundary and Friendship Treaty, National Archives and Records Administration [via Wikicommons].
In-text image: Cover of The Devil's Alliance: Hitler's Pact with Stalin, 1939-1941, courtesy of Vintage publishing.
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Richard J Evans says:
See my review of this dangerously biased book:
http://www.theguardian.com/books/2014/aug/06/devils-alliance-hitlers-pact-stalin-1938-1941-roger-moorhouse-review
Laurien Vastenhout says:
Thank you for sharing your review here! I think we have identified a similar major weakness of this work. However, I think the books also has its merits of which I have outlined the most important ones in my review.
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FIGHTING THE UNIVERSAL BEAST IS SUBJECT OF COLLEGE PLAY
By DAVID NICHOLSON Daily Press
College professors often stage Greek tragedies as a learning tool for theater majors.
Jean-Claude van Itallie's "A Fable" deals with similar questions about man's fate. But it was written about the time many of today's students were born.
"A Fable" came out of van Itallie's work with the Open Theatre, one of many collaborative theater groups in New York in the 1960s. Conceived in 1974, the play is an attempt to re-create that '60s atmosphere.
"It's an ensemble play in which the different actors play different roles," says the playwright, by telephone from New York. "Theater reflects the times, and this was the time of groups."
Van Itallie will be in town this week for the Christopher Newport University production of his "Fable." The play is being directed by Naum Panovski, a new addition to CNU's theater faculty who was born in Macedonia in Southeast Europe.
Seven years ago, van Itallie traveled to Macedonia to see Panovski direct a production of "A Fable" in Turkish at the Theatre of National Minorities. The universal nature of the play makes it adaptable, says Panovski.
Van Itallie always has been fascinated with fairy tales. In "A Fable," a group of characters known as Villagers must conquer a beast before they can return to the Golden Time. Like many classic fairy tales, the work looks at the "beasts," inside and out, that confront our lives.
"The play is about our world torn apart by destructive and evil forces," says Panovski, "And mankind's attempt to bring it back to the Golden Time.
"It's what human life is all about. How we journey through our lives and find the evil to conquer it."
The playwright describes his work as "a way of exploring what archetypes and dreams propel us through life. It deals with questions such as `Where am I going?' `What am I doing here?' "
Psychologist C.G. Jung wrote about archetypes as universal symbols that are revealed in our dreams. But Panovski sees other antecedents in van Itallie's work.
"On the one hand, it's very Jungian," says the director. "But it's also inspired by different religious philosophies, such as Buddhism, Christianity and Judaism."
It's a good production for students, says Panovski, because it allows them to express themselves and to create characters in non-traditional ways.
At the beginning of each rehearsal, Panovski uses a series of theatrical exercises, such as uttering sounds while moving different body parts, that help students prepare for the style of the play. These are based on Open Theatre techniques and the teachings of Russia's Konstantin Stanislavsky and other directors.
"We approach the production through exercises and games that are very free," says Panovski. "It's a process that enables the actors to develop their voice and body awareness."
This fits with van Itallie's theories about theater.
"It will open up worlds for them," says the playwright. "It's not your mainstream acting style. It gives you a chance to explore things more psychological and philosophical."
Currently, van Itallie teaches "Play Writing on Your Feet" at La Mama, an experimental theater company in New York. The course combines his ideas about play writing and acting.
"It's based on the idea that writing is a physical act," he says. "Theater's about the spoken word, and that originates on the breath."
* "A Fable" by Jean-Claude van Itallie will be presented at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday in Gaines Theatre, Christopher Newport University, 50 Shoe Lane, Newport News. Tickets are $3, available by calling 594-7552.


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Q: Row level security returning no error when blocking all effects of a query With row level security enabled on tbl, but no policy set, as a user the UPDATE throws no error but does not modify the value:
UPDATE tbl SET col = 1;
=> Query returned successfully: 0 rows affected
SELECT col FROM tbl;
=> NULL

If row level security is disabled on tbl, as a user:
UPDATE tbl SET col = 1;
=> Query returned successfully: 1 row affected
SELECT col FROM tbl;
=> 1

I would expect to get something like: ERROR: permission denied for relation tbl instead of a kinda silent 0 rows affected.
Can I get something more explicit?
Using PostgreSQL 9.6.3 on CentOS 6.
Edit: Row level security is the cause, but I'm not clear why there is no error.

A: If you only enable RLS for a table, but do not specify rules, then a "deny all" rule is implicitly assumed.
Quote from the manual

When row security is enabled on a table [...] all normal access to the table for selecting rows or modifying rows must be allowed by a row security policy. [...] If no policy exists for the table, a default-deny policy is used, meaning that no rows are visible or can be modified.

(emphasis mine)
So since the policy makes no rows visible, this is why there is no error when UPDATEing and you get 0 rows affected.

A: There could be a trigger ON UPDATE that checks for the executing role and silently cancels the update for some, but not others:
Example:
...
IF pg_has_role('some_role', 'member') THEN
   RETURN NULL;
ELSE
   RETURN NEW;
END IF;
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PASCO Scientific Announces Richard Briscoe as President and CEO
ROSEVILLE, Calif., Oct. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- PASCO Scientific and founder Paul Stokstad are pleased to present Richard Briscoe as the company's President and CEO. Richard has a long history of success at PASCO and plans to use his expertise to advance STEM education in both the domestic and international markets.
PASCO Scientific founder Paul Stokstad (left) with Richard Briscoe, President and CEO.
With eighteen years of PASCO experience, Richard is uniquely suited to lead the company into the future of science education. Before joining PASCO, Richard earned a Bachelor of Science and Masters in Education from the University of Florida. He taught high school physics and chemistry for ten years, winning a series of awards including Teacher of the Year while teaching in Florida. In 2001, Richard joined PASCO as the Southeast U.S. Education Consultant, and in 2008 was named National Partnership Manager. Richard played a central role in launching PASCO's SPARK Science Learning System, which was the first touch-screen datalogger in education. Richard was named vice president of domestic sales in 2017, and became President and CEO in September 2018.
As an educator at heart, Richard understands the complexity of STEM, science education, and NGSS. "When we look at what's happening in education right now, we see a lot of hype-based changes. Educational technology is growing exponentially, and educators seem stressed by the constant changes to technology, curriculum, and standards. When I was in the classroom, I used PASCO equipment, and I joined this company because I saw that it was run by people just like me. They're educators, scientists, and engineers who are changing science education. As I take the lead, I look forward to advancing STEM education globally through innovative products and impactful partnerships."
Richard is excited about PASCO's future, and continues to develop initiatives. His current project aims to advance coding and computational thinking in the classroom. PASCO will be integrating the coding program Blockly into both SPARKvue and Capstone software, which allows students to program their own experiments using block-based coding and PASCO sensors.
"STEM has seen massive growth since I was a teacher, but reports like the one outlined by the Committee on STEM Education and the National Science and Technology Council are showing us that we aren't doing enough. PASCO technology not only improves the lives of educators, it inspires our next generation of STEM leaders. With our newest products, including curriculum, we're facilitating the development of hands-on, discovery-based learning that enables students to engage with STEM phenomena like never before."
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Author Ware, Vron.
Title Military migrants : fighting for YOUR country / Vron Ware
Published [Basingstoke] : Palgrave Macmillan, 2012
Springer eBooks View Resource Record
Description 1 online resource (xxiii, 325 pages) : illustrations
Series Migration, diasporas and citizenship
Migration, diasporas and citizenship.
Contents 1. Introduction: For Queen and Commonwealth -- Part I. Recruitement: 2. The race to recruit; 3. The promised land -- Part II. Culture: 4. Culture shock; 5. Keeping the faith -- Part III. Racism: 6. Crossing the line; The force of the law -- Part IV. Migration: 8. Like coming to Mars; 9. Caught in the crossfire; 10. Conclusion: militarised multiculture
Summary The modern British soldier is routinely portrayed as a hero, while military service is represented as a form of sacrifice that requires recognition from society as a whole. The migrant, in the other hand, remains a focus of resentment, more likely to be seen as a scrounger who drains public resources without giving anything in return. In 1998, the British Army began to recruit from Commonwealth countries, a strategy that simultaneously addressed a labour shortage and the new legal obligations to diversify its workforce. This led to the creation of a new category of migrant-soldiers who found themselves lauded as 'heroes' but stigmatised as 'immigrants' and 'foreigners'. This book explores the phenomenon of Britain's multi-national army, a topic that has passed virtually unnoticed in public debates about immigration, citizenship, multiculturalism, national identity and war. In doing so, it poses searching questions about the relationship between the armed services and the society they are charged to defend
Notes Publisher supplied information
Subject Immigrants -- Cultural assimilation -- Great Britain.
Soldiers -- Great Britain.
War and society -- Great Britain.
Great Britain -- Armed Forces -- Minorities.
LC no. 2012454661


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Dream final that little bit closer after Nadal win
Rafael Nadal celebrates after his straight-sets victory over Canada's Milos Raonic in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open
by MARC MCGOWAN, HERALD SUN
26th Jan 2017 8:25 AM
TENNIS: Retro continues to be in vogue at this year's Australian Open.
Spanish bull Rafael Nadal might bristle at talk he is yesterday's man returning to glory, but his progression to the semi-finals is his first in a grand slam since winning the 2014 French Open.
The 30-year-old advanced with a 6-4 7-6 (9-7) 6-4 beating of Canadian world No.3 Milos Raonic, one of the young breed that has overtaken him in the rankings, if not quite on court.
With the win, Nadal edged closer to a potential Australian Open final against old nemesis Roger Federer, a match eagerly anticipated around the world.
There were 46 men aged 30 or older who started in the men's draw and three occupy the four semi-final spots - the other going to Grigor Dimitrov, a 25-year-old enjoying a renaissance.
It is the same on the women's side, with the Williams sisters and Mirjana Lucic-Baroni all 34 or older.
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Nadal's celebratory roar after sealing his passage to the final four was meaningful and raw, following a season spoiled by a left wrist injury.
"I am not a very arrogant person, so I always have doubts ... even when I was winning a lot I had doubts - you can imagine (when) I haven't won and I have injuries," Nadal said.
"But that is good, I think, because when you have doubts you feel ready to work more. You know how tough all the victories are and I think I had a great career.
"At the same time, I had a lot of tough moments, so (it) makes me enjoy even more the good moments that I am having today, especially here. Unbelievable."
Dimitrov, who won the Brisbane title a fortnight ago and impressively dispatched David Goffin earlier in the day, is Nadal's next hurdle.
Ninth-ranked Nadal boasts a 7-1 lead against him, including a four-set victory in the 2014 Australian Open quarter-finals.
"Grigor is a great player. I think everybody thought that he (was) going to be a very top, top player before (now) and finally he started the season unbelievable," Nadal said.
"He is playing so, so good, so just (I) congratulate him, because I know last year was a tough year for him. When you are coming back strong, that gives you even more power."
Nadal dropped five points in as many opening-set service games and blunted Raonic's famed first delivery, which routinely touched 220km/h, to the degree he barely won 60 per cent of those points.
Canada's Milos Raonic grabs a ball while playing Spain's Rafael Nadal- during their quarterfinal at the Australian Open Kin Cheung
The small matter of 12 Nadal winners and just two unforced errors were significant factors, too.
But the second set is where the meticulous Raonic will pour most of his post-match energy, having the only break points - four of them - and six set points to Nadal's one.
There was tentativeness (the backhand 'push' in the 12th game that went wide), routine misses (the ballooned forehand on Nadal's set point) and the double fault at 6-5 in the tiebreak.
He also had an off-court medical timeout for his recurring right adductor problem that left him writhing in pain on occasion.
The third set had a sense of inevitability as Nadal bided his time then pounced to break Raonic to love in the 10th game and sail through in 2hr 44min.
"There were some opportunities in that second set. Other than that, there wasn't much for me to hold onto," Raonic said.
"I thought he took the match to me ... he played better than I did."
Raonic, a semi-finalist last year, will slide at least one ranking position to fourth behind Stan Wawrinka.