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The Black rhino faces a variety of threats. One of the main threats is poaching for the international rhino horn trade. Rhino horn has two main uses; use in traditional Chinese medicine, and ornamental use (for example, rhino horn is a highly prized material for making ornately carved handles for ceremonial daggers (Jambiyas) worn in some Middle East countries).
During the 1960s civil unrest and the free flow of weapons in Africa had a significant impact on African rhino conservation efforts. Black rhino populations in Angola, Central African Republic, Chad, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Somalia, Sudan and Uganda have to varying degrees all suffered from the consequences of war and civil unrest since the 1960s. Some detrimental effects include trading of rhino horn and ivory for weapons, increased poaching due to increased poverty in times of civil unrest, and diminished levels of protection for rhino populations as funds are diverted away from wildlife departments. Habitat changes can also cause rhino populations to decline.
Rhino horn.
Rhino horn has been an integral component of traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. It is ground down, mixed with water and ingested and believed to to be effective in reducing temperature, treating high fevers and convulsions, controlling haemorrhaging and assisting the liver in cleansing the blood of toxins resulting from the intake of alcohol or poison. Trade patterns detected by TRAFFIC indicate that the resurgent demand for rhino horn is driven primarily by users from Vietnam. Increasing prosperity in the Vietnamese economy has led to increased levels of individual disposable income and, sadly, use of rhino horn appears to be a way to demonstrate one's affluence and high social status.
Threats to eastern Black rhinoceros: Some populations of the eastern Black rhinoceros in enclosed areas appear to be overstocked and are showing clear signs of density-dependent reductions in reproductive performance. In some cases competition from other browsers, such as African elephants Loxodonta africana and Giraffes Giraffa camelopardalis, appears to also be negatively affecting rhinoceros carrying capacity. Limited budgets for conservation are also a problem.
Threats to south-central Black rhinoceros: Conservative biological management appears to have limited metapopulation growth rates in some key populations. In parts of Zimbabwe, land transformation following re-settlement has negatively affected habitat in some areas and has resulted in a number of snare-related deaths. There is a plan to create an additional intensive-protection zone in Zimbabwe. Declining conservation budgets, an apparent increase in poaching and losses of animals to snaring, and the prosecution of rhinoceros offences under statues without deterrent sentences are of concern.
Threats to south-western Black rhinoceros: Illegal hunting has been blamed for the disappearance of the south-western Black rhinoceros from arid habitats in at least two range states (Angola and Botswana). Since 1979 conservation efforts in Namibia have stemmed poaching activities and the population has increased steadily. As in other range states, declining budgets for conservation are a problem.
Threats to Western Black rhinoceros: Poaching, lack of finance, limited anti-poaching efforts, limited local capacity for conservation management, failure of courts to give sentences that can act as a deterrent to potential poachers and genetic / demographic factors all pose serious threats to this subspecies.
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In and out of Cool Helvethia, DJ Habett is back in great moods and chilly fingers.
Fractalities is a straightforward guitars album from the autumn in Paris, where the solitude is painless and the air is sick.
Absorbed in the missing art of drum layering, he manages to deliver the intake to pay the bills while remaining free as in slave.
Let there be light for the non-believers.


Met Eireann is predicting a pretty wet and windy start to Sunday in Dublin as the Pope departs for Knock.
But he will soon return to the capital, and address over a half a million people in the Phoenix Park.
By the time he arrives to address the massive crowds, the rain will have cleared and give way to drier and brighter conditions.
Heading into the week, we can expect more of the same changeable weather and it's going to remain relatively cool.
We can expect a change come Thursday, as things begin to stabilise.
Met Eireann continued: "Overall, still relatively cool and changeable weather up to and including Wednesday.


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David Dean - Illustrator
David Dean graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 1999 with a BA in Illustration. He has illustrated multiple award-winning books and is known for his lively and colourful work, with a strong focus on mood and drama.
He has won acclaim for his beautiful covers for the reissued Michael Morpurgo books, which have been exhibited in the V&A Museum of Childhood in London.
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Featured books by David Dean
Bamba Beach: A Bloomsbury Reader
Author: Pratima Mitchell Illustrator: David Dean Format: Paperback Release Date: 05/08/2021
Book Band: Dark Blue (Ideal for ages 9+) | What a lovely and beautifully written book. This is the story of a little boy called Hari who lives with his parents and sister on Bamba Beach in Goa. He is an intelligent boy with a big heart and a mature understanding of the world. From the first few pages the images are full and lively, and you are drawn into life in the village. There is beautiful detail in the setting. The author describes not just fish in the sea and the evening's insects, but all their names and habits. In amongst all this description are some important topical messages. The family are poor, not just because of economy, but because the tsunami has pushed the fish further out to sea, away from Hari's father's reach in his small wooden boat. Only those with motorboats now have a chance of making money. The story tells of Hari's attempts to make money for his family and in doing so creates his own tidal waves of events. Alongside his money-making schemes is the animosity between the neighbouring families, amusingly referred to as the 'them over there' and the 'next doors'. Hari through his kindness and helpfulness and with his awareness of the people around him, wins over the 'next doors' and the outcome is the climax of the story. There are many themes running throughout this book, the misunderstanding of dyslexia, poverty and its various effects and jealousy towards those more successful than others. It is a heart-warming story, with the power of goodness and kindness winning through. The cover page by David Dean is fun and eye-catching, but the more traditional block plate illustrations at the start of each chapter are more traditional and quite beautiful. The reading zone questions and activities are thought provoking and would provide a lot to talk and write about.
The Book of Animal Superheroes
7+ readers 9+ readers
Author: Camilla de la Bedoyere Illustrator: David Dean Format: Hardback Release Date: 07/11/2019
Amazing True-Life Tales; Astounding Wildlife Facts | A mix of inspiring true stories and fascinating facts and information, all presented across bright, colourful pages with striking, atmospheric illustrations, this is a terrific book for anyone who loves animals. Amongst the animal heroes whose stories we hear are Balto, a sledge dog who helped deliver live-saving medicine in the Alaska winter; Wojtek, the bear who became a favourite with Polish soldiers in World War 2; and Machli, a tiger who fought with an enormous crocodile to save her cubs. There are lots more too, animals who were never given names but whose actions demonstrate incredible intelligence and resilience. As Jess French says in her introduction, there's always something new to learn about animals, and this book proves that time and time again.
The Barefoot Book of Children
Author: Tessa Strickland, Kate DePalma Illustrator: David Dean Format: Hardback Release Date: 01/03/2017
Innovative and inclusive, The Barefoot Book of Children empowers young readers to learn about the different lives of children around the globe. Whilst being gently encouraged to ponder their own place in the world - the sights and sounds, the place they live - this beautifully illustrated book takes them on a journey to other children throughout the world inviting comparisons and further thoughts about differences. This is a wonderful celebration of all the things that make us unique and different, yet expresses how each individual is just the same in their hopes, fears and dreams and the fact that they all have a story to share. This is a very important book to share with children and perfect for raising a gentle discussion about diversity. ~ Shelley Fallows A Piece of Passion from the Publisher: You're a part of the world, and a world all your own. That's the one fact that The Barefoot Book of Children co-author Kate DePalma wants to pass on to her young daughter ? and the idea that sparked Children. Co-authors DePalma and Tessa Strickland penned the book's simple, poetic text over the course of a few spring days in Oxford. To ensure that the text and illustrations would be as sensitive as possible, the co-authors then consulted with an entire team of specialists, including a child development expert and the diversity specialists at Inclusive Minds. They were also delighted to commission David Dean, the illustrator of the bestselling Barefoot Books World Atlas, knowing that he'd do the meticulous research the project required. The result - DePalma and Strickland's beautiful book will pass on incredible wisdom to children everywhere - children who, one day, may build a better, kinder world. To order direct through Barefoot Books please click here.
Good Dog Lion
Author: Alexander Mccall Smith Illustrator: David Dean Format: Paperback Release Date: 15/09/2014
Interest Age 5-8 They always say a man's best friend is his dog and in this beautiful, heartwarming story set in Africa about a young boy and his yearning for a pet dog. When Timo brings home an injured dog he cares for it as if his life depends on it and eventually he persuades his mother that he can keep it. Animal stories are always realy favourites' for kids but this one will stick long in the memory of those who read it. It's written by the international bestselling author Alexander McCall Smith who is probably best known for his No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency novels. About the Little Gems series: Little Gems are in a gorgeous new chunky format, with high-spec production including coloured endpapers and jacketed flaps with activities. Additional features include high quality cream paper, Barrington Stoke font and illustrations on every page. They are perfect for 5-8's. These quality stories promote good reading practice for all newly independent readers.
Barefoot Books World Atlas
Author: Nick Crane Illustrator: David Dean Format: Hardback Release Date: 01/09/2011
This is a visually stunning Atlas - more so than any we've seen before. Kids will embark on a mind-expanding journey across the planet with pull-out maps, fact-filled booklets and fold-outs on most pages. It's a book that can be viewed and read on a number of different levels to suit different ages of child and has a strong sense of purpose in that it focuses on the ideas and initiatives that might possibly help to create a sustainable future. Very much an atlas for children for the twenty-first century, it also has a fully integrated iPad App specially engineered to take advantage of the stunning new Retina display and quad-core graphics on an iPad. It is the Barefoot World Atlas - Touch Press" available from the App Store. The TV presenter and Earth enthusiast Nick Crane is the guide whilst artist David Dean is the creator of the incredibly detailed and colourful maps.
Other books by David Dean
World Atlas Sticker Book
Author: David Dean Illustrator: David Dean Format: Paperback / softback Release Date: 16/09/2019
The 400+ reusable stickers in this oversized, 32-page collection guide children on a fact-packed journey around the world, teaching them about each region's people, plants, animals and landmarks. This engaging companion to the celebrated Barefoot Books World Atlas includes a labeled, pull-out world map poster by award-winning artist David Dean.
The Barefoot Books Children of the World
Author: Tessa Strickland Illustrator: David Dean Format: Paperback / softback Release Date: 31/01/2019
Innovative and inclusive, Children of the World empowers young readers to learn about children around the globe and ponder their own place in it. Created with the guidance of diversity specialists, this groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction addresses the need for children's books that depict diversity, while simultaneously demonstrating the interconnectedness and uniqueness of all people.
Cities of the World Memory Game
Author: Barefoot Books Illustrator: David Dean Format: Hardback Release Date: 30/09/2015
Sharpen your memory skills and discover some of the world's greatest cities and buildings.
Laura Marlin Mysteries 2 : Kidnap in the Caribbean
Author: Lauren St. John Format: Paperback Release Date: 05/07/2012
From Cornwall to the Caribbean, 11-year-old ace detective Laura Marlin comes face to face with pirates, sharks, criminal masterminds and an erupting volcano in her second mystery adventure, which follows the Blue Peter award-winning first book Dead Man's Cove. Dramatic escapes, an erupting volcano and a race against time to stop the deadly undercover 'Marine Concern' make Laura's second adventure every bit as exciting as the first.
The Valley of the Ancients
Author: David Alric Illustrator: David Dean Format: Paperback / softback Release Date: 01/11/2011
The Promised One
African Pursuit
Dead Man's Cove: A Laura Marlin Mystery
Overall winner of the Blue Peter Book Award 2011 and winner of the Favourite Story Category. - A Lovereading4kids 'Great Read' you may have missed 2011 selection - Shortlisted for the Galaxy Children's Book of the Year Award 2011. From the author of the much-loved White Giraffe series comes an exciting four-part adventure series featuring Laura Marlin, an 11 year old ace detective. As with Lauren's earlier animal series, this is brilliantly written with its terrific prose and atmospheric descriptions of the Cornish coast and is a real page-turner too. Laura longs to be adopted and eventually her wish seems to come true and she moves to Cornwall – to Dead Man's Cove - to live with her uncle. Her new life however, seems to be full of secrets and as the mysteries pile up she finds she must put her keen detective mind to full use. Accompanied by Skye, a three-legged husky she sets out on an adventure to uncover the mysteries – including a message in a bottle - of Dead Man's Cove. *Here is a list of all the Blue Peter Book Award 2011 shortlisted books: Best Book with Facts: Do Igloos Have Loos? - Mitchell Symons How the World Works - Christiane Dorion What You Need To Know Now: The World in Facts, Stats, and Graphics - Joe Fullman, Ian Graham, Sally Regan and Isabel Thomas Most Fun Story with Pictures: Alienography - Chris Riddell Mr Gum and the Cherry Tree - Andy Stanton Lunatics and Luck (The Raven Mysteries) - Marcus Sedgwick Favourite Stories: Dead Man's Cove (A Laura Marlin Mystery) - Lauren St John A Web of Air (Mortal Engines) - Philip Reeve Tall Story - Candy Gourlay
The Last Leopard
Author: Lauren St. John Format: Hardback Release Date: 01/08/2008
A thrilling and enchanting story about animal survival, this sequel to The White Giraffe and Dolphin Song tells how Martine must use her magical powers with animals to save Kahn, The Last Leopard. Martine's summer holiday plans had already been made when suddenly she and her friend Ben are taken off to a wilderness in Zimbabwe. Caught up in a terrifying plot, the two children need all their bush knowledge and skills to survive and, above all, to save the mighty Kahn. The Lovereading comment: Rich with the scents, sounds and intoxicating magic of Africa, join Martine, an English orphan and her greatest friend and ally, the white giraffe as they uncover a plot in which the fate of a magnificent leopard and the lost treasure of an African King is at stake. Their friendship faces its greatest test as they race against time to save the leopard as well as themselves. Lauren's previous novels set in Africa include Dolphin Song and The White Giraffe.
Dolphin Song
Lauren St John's much-loved and critically acclaimed debut novel The White Giraffe came out in 2006 and Dolphin Song is his second African adventure. It's a beautifully told story that screams out the sights and the sounds of Africa but it also has a mystery element to it that enriches the whole reading experience. The author travelled to Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago where the story is set and is home to hundreds of wild dolphins and a true African paradise. Lauren says, 'The sand is so clean that it squeaks when you walk, the water is aquamarine, and the islanders are extremely proud that their islands are friendly and free of crime.'
Lauren St John's much-loved and critically acclaimed debut novel The White Giraffe came out in 2006 and Dolphin Song is his second African adventure. Appropriately too, 2007 is the year of the dolphin. Martine has settled into her African way of life and she and her friends go off on a school trip to Mozambique, but disaster befalls them when they fall into shark-infested waters and are left fighting for their lives until some dolphins guide them to an uninhabited island. Only then does Martine realise the dangerous situation the dolphins are in and her courage and bush craft skills are tested to the limit in her bid to save them and to get her and her friends back home, to her beloved giraffe, Jemmy. It's a beautifully told story that screams out the sights and the sounds of Africa. The author travelled to Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago where the story is set and is home to hundreds of wild dolphins and a true African paradise. Lauren says, 'The sand is so clean that it squeaks when you walk, the water is aquamarine, and the islanders are extremely proud that their islands are friendly and free of crime.'
The White Giraffe
The White Giraffe is Lauren St John's stunning debut novel about a young English orphan, Martine, sent to live on a South African game reserve with a grandmother she never knew existed. Rich with the scents, sounds and intoxicating magic of Africa, it follows the magical story of 11 year old Martine as she meets her soulmate, a young white giraffe named Jemmy. When Martine's parents are killed, she is sent to live in Africa with her grandmother who seems to be hiding something from her....A wonderful adventure ensues. We have a pre-pub extract of the sequel Dolphin Song, which is equally atmospheric of time and place. This book is also available as an audio CD - click here to find out more
The White Giraffe Book 1
Author: Lauren St John Illustrator: David Dean Format: Hardback Release Date: 01/08/2006
When she is eleven years old, Martine is orphaned and sent to live with her grandmother on a game reserve in South Africa. Her grandmother seems strangely unwelcoming and Martine has a difficult time settling in at her new school, where she is conspicuously an outsider. But she has an ally in Tendai - one of the keepers on the reserve, from whom she learns the lore and survival techniques of the bush, and in Grace - who instantly senses there is something special about Martine. There are secrets about Sawubona (the reserve) just waiting to be revealed, and rumours too about a fabled white giraffe - a trophy for hunters everywhere. One night Martine, lonely and feeling slightly rebellious too, looks out of her window and see a young albino giraffe - silver, tinged with cinnamon in the moonlight. This is the beginning of her mysterious and magical adventures - her discovery of her gift of healing and a secret valley that she travels to with the giraffe, where she'll find clues about her past and future. Above all it's is a heart-warming story, full of charm and atmosphere, and Martine's sheer delight in her giraffe friend and the fantastic landscape which is theirs to explore.
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On Wednesday May 30th, 2018, The Mission celebrated a Holy Mass in commemoration of the 3rd Anniversary of the departure of its founder, John Rick Miller. The mass was celebrated by a close friend of the Mission, Monsignor Jorge Rafael Escorcia Parish Priest of Santa Rosa in Callao.
Members of the Mission as well as friends that had met John Rick Miller during his visits to Lima were present in the holy mass. In a fraternal environment, after the mass all the faithful and Monsignor Jorge Rafael were invited to share stories of the Mission and memories of its founder.
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June 16 – 2019
Anti-Missionary Activity
Messianic Jews (Individuals)
Arab Believing Communities
Yedioth Ahronoth, June 10, 2019
This was an interview with a German Christian couple on holiday in Haifa. The couple came to Israel to meet a Holocaust survivor they have been sponsoring through a program set up by the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem. The German couple have been donating to their "adopted survivor" on a monthly basis, and were meeting her for the very first time on this trip. They expressed their belief that the Jewish people are the tree, and that Christians are the branches; as such, the two belong to each other. They also mentioned that there are still Jews who remain suspicious towards Germans.
Zman Tzafon, June 6, 2019
A resident in the north of Israel received a package that was directly addressed to her and her family, which was sent by a Messianic Jewish congregation in Tel Aviv. The package came with a magazine entitled "Orot" ("lights"), a New Testament, and a letter from a Russian rabbi endorsing the material. The lady who received the package immediately destroyed it and contacted Yad L'Achim. Yad L'Achim has demanded that the Ministry of Education intervene, as the package has been sent to schools. The Ministry of Education has lodged a complaint with the police.
Heads of Christian churches in Jerusalem issued a public denouncement of a decision made by the Israeli Supreme Court to allow for the sale of Greek Orthodox assets to a settler association. Three buildings in the Old City of Jerusalem, including two old hotels, have been purchased by the association "Ateret Cohanim". The Greek Orthodox Church claims the purchase was made under corrupt circumstances, and worry that the Palestinian residents of the purchased buildings will be evicted by the new owners. They also pointed out that the buildings are situated near the main entrance to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and warned that the settler association may work to block access to the ancient church. The Church called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to intervene.
Haaretz, June 14, 2019
Far right religious activists attacked hundreds of Messianic Jews who were arriving to a worship music concert in Jerusalem. For seven hours, the activists yelled, pushed, whistled, sprayed pepper spray, and threw live frogs at incoming and outgoing worshippers. Messianic attendants said the police did very little to protect them against the ongoing harassments. Yael Kalisher, one of the organizers of the event, said, "there is something about this faith, that when people come in contact with it, either they want it, or they want to persecute it". Tzuriel Bar-David, a Messianic Jew, said that he saw a pair of 70-year-olds try to physically block a group of twelve protesting adults, youth, and even kids, who were spitting, yelling, and cursing at the older couple. Bar-David said he did not want to exaggerate, but "the feeling was one of a pogrom. It was violent, provocative, and aggressive." One person reported being threatened with murder. At the end of the night, hundreds who were still in the audience were not able to leave through the front doors, and were smuggled out of emergency exits. But protestors were waiting in the parking lot, where concert attendant Ayelet Ronen, who was there with her children, said live frogs were thrown at the worshippers. She said the frogs were "nice and cute, some were thrown at the walls and died then and there". Ronen further said, "there is something in the image of Jesus, in relation to the history of our people, that triggers something. It is connected to the fear of watering down the Jewish people, but this is a mistaken understanding of who is Jewish. We not only believe and love the God of Israel and fulfill what he said, but we also believe that the Messiah we await is Jesus. One day, when the Messiah comes, we will look back and see that he has already been here."
Arab Believing Community
Makor Rishon, June 14, 2019
Fifteen residents of East Jerusalem participated in a special course set up for Christian Arabs who wanted to learn Hebrew. The initiative was funded by an anonymous donor. Some of the participants were in high school; others were adults who wanted to learn Hebrew in order to expand their economic prospects. One of the participants said he believed Hebrew wasn't taught in Christian schools for political reasons, and as a means of distancing Christians from the Israeli identity.
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The best 10 headphones in comparison
Which are the best headphones of 2020?
headphones Bluetooth headsets PC and gaming headsets portable speakers voice recorders DJ controllers keyboard controllers
Best headphones of 2020 (1 - 5)
headphones comparison
Comparison winner
Jabra Elite 85h1
Philips PH8052
Sennheiser PXC 5503
Marshall Mid A.N.C4
Sony WH-1000XM35
Harman Kardon Fly ANC6
JBL Club One7
Sony MDR-ZX770BN8
JBL Club 950NC9
Mavin Air-X10
Philips PH805
Marshall Mid A.N.C
Harman Kardon Fly ANC
JBL Club One
Sony MDR-ZX770BN
JBL Club 950NC
Mavin Air-X
Sound quality (63)
Connectivity (49)
Lower low-frequency
Passive noise reduction
More microphone(s)
Weather-sealed (splashproof)
Higher high-frequency
Lower impedance
Higher sound pressure level
In-line control panel
Longer battery life
Shorter charge time
Bluetooth pairing using NFC
Greater wireless connectivity range
Highest frequency
Charge time
Over-the-ear form
3.5mm male connector
Detachable cableWith a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.
Over-the-ear formComfortable full-size form with earcups that fully enclose your ears. This model is loved for its increased sound isolation and the fact that it won't leak sound to your neighbors. It offers potential for maximum bass and loudness levels.
Stereo speakersDevices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
Sweat resistantResistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
Weather-sealed (splashproof)The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
Total score for "Design"
Highest frequencyThe highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
Highest frequencyThe highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble. 20000Hz 40000Hz 23000Hz 20000Hz 40000Hz 22000Hz 20000Hz 22000Hz 22000Hz 20000Hz
ImpedanceImpedance is the device's electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.
ImpedanceImpedance is the device's electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power. N.A. 16 Ohms 46 Ohms 32 Ohms 47 Ohms 32 Ohms 32 Ohms 23 Ohms 32 Ohms 16 Ohms
Lowest frequencyThe lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
Lowest frequencyThe lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass. 10Hz 7Hz 17Hz 20Hz 4Hz 16Hz 20Hz 8Hz 16Hz 20Hz
Passive noise reductionThe device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.
Sound pressure levelDevices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Sound pressure levelDevices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. N.A. 90dB/mW 110dB/mW 98dB/mW 104.5dB/mW 100dB/mW 95dB/mW 98dB/mW 91dB/mW 96dB/mW
Total score for "Sound quality"
Battery level indicatorAn indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
Battery lifeThe device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
Battery lifeThe device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often. 36h 30h 30h 20h 38h 20h 45h N.A. 55h N.A.
Battery power N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A. 700mAh 730mAh N.A. 730mAh N.A.
Charge timeThe time it takes to fully charge the battery.
Charge timeThe time it takes to fully charge the battery. 2.5h 2.5h 3h 3h 3h 2h 2h 2.5h 2h 2h
Rechargeable batteryThe battery can be recharged and used over again.
Total score for "Power"
3.5mm male connectorA standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.
Bluetooth version 5 5 4.2 4 4.2 4.2 5 N.A. 5 5
Maximum Bluetooth rangeThe device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
Maximum Bluetooth rangeThe device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device. 10m 10m N.A. 10m 10m N.A. N.A. 10m N.A. 100m
Bluetooth pairing using NFCDevice supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
WirelessWireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
Total score for "Connectivity"
Control panel on deviceThere is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
Headset capabilityA headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for apps that require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones, etc.
In-line control panelThere is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.
Number of microphonesMore microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Number of microphonesMore microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise. 8 8 3 2 3 N.A. 2 2 2 2
Noise canceling microphoneThese microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Total score for "Features"
How to choose the best headphones
Whether you are an audiophile who loves the alluring sound quality of on-ear or over-ear headphones, or a sporty type who wants a pair of light-weight earbuds, there are plenty of models available on the market. The sound signature, form factor, and extra features, such as wireless transmission and active noise cancelation, are only a few of the aspects you should take into account when looking for a new pair of headphones. To help you choose the best headphones for your needs, we've compiled this helpful guide.
Types of headphones
Most of us wear our headphones for a long time, during a commute or while traveling. This leads to the issue of comfort and durability. Some full-size headphones (over-ear and on-ear) have cushions surrounding the neckband for added comfort. There are also ear-fitting headphones (in-ear and earbuds), which are small enough to be carried just about anywhere since they can easily fit in your pocket. There are, of course, some drawbacks. Here's a list of advantages and disadvantages of full-sized and ear-fitting headphones:
(over-ear and on-ear)
Ear-fitting
(in-ear and earbuds)
Bigger drivers produce more bass and are generally better sounding than their smaller-size counterparts.
Much smaller drivers produce much less bass and have less potential in creating quality sound.
Full-size headphones are heftier and can become uncomfortable if worn for a long time.
Ear-fitting headphones fit into the outer ear or ear canal. They are significantly lighter.
Full-size headphones are larger and heavier. While some of them have foldable designs, they are still considerably harder to carry.
Ear-fitting headphones are much smaller and lighter. They can easily fit in a small bag, purse, or pocket.
Full-size headphones large components that can easily be replaced when damaged. There are also some models with detachable cables, allowing you to use them with different types of cables (3.5mm or 6.3mm cables, USB cables, etc.).
Ear-fitting headphones are made of very small parts that are usually glued together. In most cases, damaged ear-fitting headphones are more difficult to repair without special tools, and it's easier to send back to the manufacturer if the damage is covered by the warranty.
There are also subtypes for each of the two headphone sizes. They don't differ that much (if at all) in terms of size, but come with their advantages and disadvantages:
Full-size Headphones
Over-ear: This type of full-size headphone has ear cushions shaped to go around the ears so that the earcups which hold the drivers completely cover the ears. Compared to on-ear headphones, these are typically heavier and bulkier, though not by much. Since it fully encloses the ears, it has more potential for heavier bass, better surround sound, and, if designed to do so, it can also block external noise more effectively than on-ear headphones. Another downside is that it also traps body heat around the ears. To find out which are the best over-ear headphones at the moment, you can consult this list.
On-ear: Instead of going around the ear, on-ear headphones have ear pads that fit on the ears. These headphones are usually a bit smaller and lighter compared to over-ear headphones. The disadvantages come from the fact that the pads press on the ears. This results in less effective noise isolation and uncomfortable fit due to the clamping force on the ears. On the other hand, it is less susceptible to trapping body heat around the ears. You can check out the top on-ear headphones here.
Ear-fitting Headphones
In-ear: In-ear headphones have earplugs that extend into the ear canals. The earplugs are designed to mold into the shape of the ear canals to form a perfect seal. This leads to superior noise-isolation and better bass reproduction. On the other hand, the perfect seal also makes the listener unaware of the surroundings and in places where environmental noise is important, for example, on the road, it is not advisable to wear in-ear headphones.
Earbuds: Instead of extending into the ear canals, earbuds rest in the outer ear. As a downside, there is so much room for ambient noise to seep into your ears, and the bass sounds are not that powerful since there is no perfect seal. Since there's so much environmental noise that can pass through, people tend to put the volume at dangerously high levels, leading to a higher risk of hearing loss. On the other hand, earbuds can make you more aware of your environment. In addition, they are typically the cheapest type of headphones. On Versus, you have an extensive overview of in-ear headphones and earbuds.
Aside from the size of the headphones, the materials also play a vital role in the product's design and durability. After all, stylish headphones look chic, and once you find a pair that fits well, you'll want to hold on to it. Depending on your budget, you may see a combination of the following materials on your headphones:
Plastic: Since it is the cheapest material readily available to manufacturers, a lot of headphones are made almost entirely of plastic. It is also much easier to mold during manufacturing than metal.
Rubber: Most headphones are usually covered with rubber. Rubber protects the headphones and is more scratch-resistant than plastic; it can also serve as a form of thin padding for comfort.
Foam: Most full-size headphones have foam on the earcups and headbands to provide a cushion between the headphones and the head. Ear-fitting headphones may also have ear tips made out of foam so that the earphones can adjust to the specific shape of the ear canal.
Metal: Metals, such as aluminum, are also used on some headphones, especially for high-end models. Metals, such as aluminum, are also used on some headphones, especially for high-end models. Aluminum alloys are much denser and stronger than plastic. This increases endurance and makes the headphones much more resistant to everyday wear. It can also have a positive impact on sound production if designed correctly, with a crisper and tighter sound signature, without the music sounding like it's coming from an enclosed dome.
Physical qualities aside, it is essential to consider the specifications of the audio driver. After all, when buying headphones, we are mainly looking for a gadget capable of delivering an exceptional sound experience. There are some key driver specifications you should check if you want to asses the sound quality of the headphones:
A sound wave is characterized by its frequency. Sounds are created using a vibrating medium, and the physical measurement of how fast that medium is vibrating is the audio frequency. The frequency of the sound determines the perceived pitch of the listener. Most young individuals can hear sounds with frequencies ranging from 20 to 20,000 Hz, although this range becomes smaller as an individual ages.
Since the normal hearing range is from 20 to 20,000 Hz, it makes sense that most headphones reproduce sounds in this range, although some headphones, especially high-end models, are pushing the limits of the lowest and highest frequencies.
Frequencies below 20 Hz can still produce significant vibrations even though they are inaudible, giving you the impression of more profound bass sounds. Frequencies higher than 20,000 Hz are inaudible and can't be felt. So why bother making headphones which can produce sounds above 20,000 Hz? The answer isn't quite as straightforward. Even though humans can't detect the frequencies above 20,000 Hz, headphones designed to operate at that level would tend to sound better at the audible upper frequency. It may not make sense at first, but to put it into perspective, imagine asking two people, one a weightlifter and the other an average person, to lift a heavy object. While both may be able to do it, and you might argue that the weightlifter's power is overkill, the weightlifter would be able to do it effortlessly. At the same time, the average person might need all of his reserved energy to be able to do the job. In our glossary, you can find more information on the lowest and highest frequencies of audio devices.
Headphones are driven by the electrical current that comes from the source, which may be your phone, your laptop, or another device. Impedance is the measurement of the resistance of the driver to that electrical current. The lower the impedance, the higher the volume is at the same electrical input. On the other hand, high impedance headphones are much less susceptible to blowouts – the situation in which the electrical input is too much for the drivers to handle.
Choosing the right impedance depends on what device you are using with your headphones. If the headphones will be plugged mostly in your smartphone, laptop, or iPod, a low impedance headphone is better since the sound amplifiers in these devices can only output a small amount of current. But if you are planning to plug the headphones in audio mixers, it is better to go for headphones with high impedance to avoid running the risk of damaging the audio drivers.
Most consumer headphones have below 50 Ohms, but professional-grade headphones have three-digit impedances, sometimes reaching over 250 Ohms. Generally, it's believed that the impedance of a headphone won't affect the sound quality. However, higher impedance headphones have much thinner voice coils (the moving electromagnets in the drivers), which means that there are less spaces in between each winding. Since there are not so many windings, the magnetic fields are stronger, and the diaphragm of the driver can be much lighter, which leads to fewer distortions in sound production.
Sound Pressure Level (SPL)
Also referred to as the headphone's sensitivity, it is the efficiency of the process of conversion from electrical current to audible sound waves. It is related to impedance in a way – both determine the loudness of the produced sound at a given electrical signal. However, while impedance is a technical measurement calculated using electrical instruments, SPL is a real-world measurement acquired through actual testing. In any way, the impedance predicts the SPL of the headphones. High impedance leads to lower SPL and vice versa. A higher SPL means that the headphones can produce sounds at a louder volume than headphones with lower SPL when the electrical input is the same. This is particularly useful when using headphones with portable devices that have weak built-in amplifiers.
Magnet type
Headphone manufacturers use ferrite magnets or neodymium magnets for the headphone drivers. There are just a few differences between the two, the most important one being the weight. Neodymium magnets are much lighter. Neodymium magnets can have the same magnetic force as ferrite magnets at just a fraction of the weight, and lighter headphones are, of course, more comfortable to wear.
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L'epulide (dal greco ἐπουλίς, composto di ἐπί, «sopra» e οὖλον, «gengiva») è una iperplasia del tessuto connettivo della gengiva o del parodonto.
Si tratta di lesioni simili a tumori benigni ma non sono neoplasie vere e proprie.

È tipicamente riscontrabile in gravidanza come effetto dello squilibrio e dell'incremento degli ormoni sessuali; questo perché nella gengiva sono presenti recettori sia per il progesterone che per gli estrogeni, cosa che spiega anche l'aumentata risposta gengivale alla placca.

Dunque è caratteristico che in gravidanza si abbia un aumento della gengivite e talvolta la comparsa di caratteristici rigonfiamenti interdentali ed epulidi (i cosiddetti tumori gravidici).

In pratica sulle gengive si forma una estroflessione che può a volte raggiungere un volume notevole, a comparsa prevalentemente nel settore anteriore della bocca.

La placca è un importante cofattore nell'insorgenza di queste ipertrofie gengivali, che possono essere quindi almeno in parte prevenute eseguendo una idonea pulizia dei denti.

La terapia consiste in un programma di igiene orale preventiva a cominciare dall'inizio della gravidanza, evitando però l'uso di agenti per il controllo chimico della placca come la clorexidina poiché mancano test di teratogenicità.

Le epulidi devono essere asportate solo qualora siano molto fastidiose o sanguinanti, infatti nella maggior parte dei casi regrediscono spontaneamente dal nono mese in poi.

Altri progetti

Neoplasie benigne

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Борис Иванович Вро́нский (1898—1980) — советский геолог, первооткрыватель месторождений полезных ископаемых Северо-Восточной Сибири (1931—1955), специалист в области метеоритики. Наиболее известен как исследователь феномена Тунгусского метеорита. Также известен как писатель и поэт-любитель.

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Родился а в слободе Михайловке (ныне Железногорский район, Курская область) в семье актёра Ивана Петровича Вронского, работавшего в гастролирующей театральной труппе, возглавляемой П. Н. Орленевым. В своих воспоминаниях П. Н. Орленев упоминает И. П. Вронского как талантливого актёра, впоследствии его ближайшего помощника и режиссёра. Мать Бориса Ивановича Вронского, Юлия Николаевна, до замужества работала кассиршей в одной из театральных трупп, где они и познакомились с Иваном Петровичем. Вскоре после женитьбы Вронский-старший купил небольшой домик в уездном городе Дмитриеве,  от Михайловки. Здесь Юлия Николаевна и поселилась с сыном Борисом и дочкой, которая была младше него на два года. Отец иногда навещал семью, но когда Борису было пять лет родители окончательно расстались. Российское театральное общество выплачивало Юлии Николаевне небольшое пособие на каждого из детей  возраста. Также она несколько подрабатывала в местной библиотеке и уроками. Некоторую помощь оказывала неполной семье незамужняя сестра матери — Мария Николаевна, которая заведовала сиротским приютом в Михайловке, где Борис Иванович Вронский в школьный период своей жизни проводил все свои каникулы. С Михайловкой связаны самые яркие страницы его детства и отрочества.

Учёба

Заботами матери и тети Борис Иванович с сестрой получили среднее образование. Он учился в реальном училище Дмитриева, которое закончил в 1914 году. Осенью этого года поступил в Варшавский политехнический институт на горное отделение. Материальную помощь Вронскому часто оказывал врач Безуглов, который в его школьные годы поощрял тягу Бориса к чтению, и чьей библиотекой он широко пользовался. Безуглов оплатил взнос за обучение в институте, а также снабдил некоторой суммой на проживание. Однако, начавшаяся Первая мировая война осложнила проблему существования, и Вронскому пришлось прекратить учёбу и вернуться домой. После долгих раздумий и волнений матери было решено, что Борис будет поступать в Киевский Коммерческий институт, куда ему, как окончившему реальное училище, была прямая дорога. В отличие от Политехнического института здесь учебный курс не был перегружен чертежами и лабораторными работами, и Вронский мог в свободное время подрабатывать на жизнь. Большую помощь в этом отношении оказывало ему Курское землячество. Помимо денежной помощи оно снабжало Бориса Ивановича талонами в студенческую столовую. Сама учёба в институте Бориса мало увлекала. Он все более осознавал, что выбор института не соответствует внутренним запросам. Однако учился успешно.

Годы революции и Гражданской войны
Через курских земляков Борис Иванович Вронский вошёл в студенческую революционную организацию. Вместе с ними он ходил на завод, распространяли листовки, посещали собрания, читали «запрещенную» литературу. Началась февральская революция, которая была восторженно встречена будущим учёным. Большое значение в эту пору имело для него знакомство, а впоследствии и крепкая дружба, с большевиком Иосифом Махом, членом партии с 1913 года. В начале 1918 года Вронский вступил в ряды Коммунистической партии большевиков Украины. Вместе с Махом и некоторыми другими членами Ревкома Шулявского района Киева он ушёл добровольцем на фронт. Вскоре непосредственная опасность для Киева миновала, и многие партийцы, в том числе Вронский с Махом, были отозваны с фронта гражданской войны. По возвращении в Киев Борис Иванович был назначен политконтролером и затем политкомом Киевской мощной радиостанции. Вскоре началось широкое наступление на Украину деникинских войск. Был выброшен лозунг: «Все на борьбу с Деникиным!» Начался массовый приток добровольцев в ряды РККА. Снова с другом Махом Вронский вступил в Шулявский добровольческий рабочий отряд. Однако, вместо деникинского фронта их вместе с другим воинским подразделением срочно направили на ликвидацию петлюровского атамана Зелёного, резиденция которого находилась в 40 км от Киева в посёлке Триполье на правом высоком берегу Днепра, откуда Зелёный прочно блокировал Киев, полностью отрезая снабжение по реке. Эта операция вошла в историю под названием: «Трипольская трагедия». Здесь погибла большая часть Киевского Комсомола. Из небольшого числа вернувшихся в Киев с оружием в руках были Борис Иванович Вронский с Махом. По возвращении их отозвали для работы в подполье. Положение в Киеве в это время было напряжённое, и партия заблаговременно готовилась к переходу на нелегальное положение. Вронскому с Махом поручено было добраться до Одессы и передать в обком Киевскую явку — пароль и адреса для одесских товарищей. По выполнении поручения они получили задание вернуться в Киев и передать туда Одесскую явку. По дороге, в весьма сложной обстановке гражданской войны, Борис Иванович с Махом потеряли друг друга. Вронскому удалось добраться до Киева, который уже был занят Деникиным. Передав явку, он перешёл на подпольную работу и вскоре оказался в тюрьме, где долго и трудно болел сыпным тифом. За время болезни оторвался от товарищей и общественно-политической жизни и механически выбыл из партии.

Начало научной деятельности
Осенью 1920 года Борис Иванович Вронский уехал в Сибирь и работал учителем в школе для взрослых в селе Верх—Чумысском Барнаульского уезда. Восстановив здоровье, летом 1921 года он вернулся в Киев завершать учёбу, но вскоре пришёл к окончательному заключению, что коммерческий институт не соответствует внутренним запросам, и решил стать геологом. В начале 1922 года Борис Иванович вернулся в Михайловку, где ещё жила его тетя Мария Николаевна. Мать умерла от тифа в 1920 году. Сестра вышла замуж и уехала. Здесь Вронский встретился с будущей женой Варсеникой Месроповной (1898—2004), которую перипетии гражданской войны забросили в Михайловку, где она работала учительницей. В феврале 1923 года Борис Иванович уехал в Москву с намерением поступить в Горную академию на геологоразведочный факультет. Декан факультета Владимир Афанасьевич Обручев внимательно отнесся к его просьбе, и Борис Иванович был принят на 1 курс с условием сдать к весне все необходимые экзамены. В Москве Вронский снова встретился с Махом, который приютил его и помог найти жильё. Осенью 1923 года Вронский с женой окончательно перебрались в Москву, где она поступила в Первый Московский Государственный Университет на геологоразведочный факультет. Для Бориса Иванович началась вновь голодная, но прекрасная студенческая жизнь. Госстипендия была слишком мала, и будущему учёному приходилось браться за любую работу: уроки, переписка, земляные работы, погрузка и разгрузка вагонов и так далее. Весной 1926 года из треста Алданзолото в Горную академию поступила заявка, приглашающая студентов 3-го курса и старше на полуторагодовую практику на Алдан. Вронский взял весной 1926 года академический отпуск и с небольшой группой студентов-однокурсников — М. Котовым, П. Шумиловым, Н. Зайцевым и П. Дрожжиным уехал на Алдан, где трестом Алданзолото велись разведочные и добычные работы на рассыпное золото. Там они встретились и подружились с геологом Алданзолото Ю. А. Билибиным, под руководством которого работали полтора года. Студенты получили хорошую практическую школу, ознакомившую их с поисковоразведочными работами в условиях вечной мерзлоты. Там Борис Иванович окончательно убедился в правильности выбранной специальности, познакомился и крепко подружился с рядом товарищей — Раковским, братьями Бертиными и другими, с которыми впоследствии довелось десятки лет плодотворно и согласно работать на Колыме. Вернувшись с Алдана, в 1930 году Вронский закончил МГА, а через год, по приглашению Ю. А. Билибина, был зачислен начальником геолого-поисковой партии во Вторую экспедицию Билибина на Усть-Среднекане. С этого времени и до конца своей трудовой деятельности Борис Иванович работал сначала в качестве начальника геолого-разведочных партий, а впоследствии главным геологом в различных районных геолого-разведочных управлениях «Дальстроя», организованного в бассейне реки Колымы в конце 1931 года. В этот трест механически влилась и экспедиция Билибина.

Работа на месторождениях полезных ископаемых
В 1931—1934 годах работал начальником геолого-поисковых партий Малтанской Оротуко-Бахапчинской-Нелькобинской. В результате было установлено проявление золотой жилы, намеченной ещё Ю. А. Билибиным.

В 1935—1938 годах работал в качестве завсекции геолого-поисковых партий при Г. Р. О. Северного-Горно-Пром. управления, совмещая с работой начальника группы партий в бассейне р. Эмтегея и в верховье АянУряха. В результате было открыто Аркагалинское каменноугольное месторождение и несколько месторождений золота.

В 1938—1940 годах зачислен геологом на базу дальних разведок на Берелехе, вскоре преобразованную в Берелехское районное геолого-разведочное управление, где работал в качестве главного геолога. В результате работ этих лет был открыт ряд крупнейших месторождений золота на Чай-Урье, Мальдяке, Челбанье и в ряде других мест.

В 1941—1943 годах работал главным геологом Янского Райагро в посёлке Батыгал при Янском ГПУ. В результате разведан ряд оловорудных месторождений на Алыс-Хая, Илинтасе и других.

В 1943—1944 годах работал главным геологом Чай-Урьинского горно-промышленного управления. Уточнены разведкой месторождения и открыты новые месторождения золота.

В 1944—1946 годах работал главным геологом Охотского РайГРУ. Намечено наличие промышленного золота в ряде участков.

В 1947—1950 годах был главным геологом Берелехского геолого-разведочного управления в посёлке Нексикан.

В 1951—1955 годах работал главным геологом Янского Горно-промышленного управления.

В 1955 году по состоянию здоровья вышел на пенсию.

Исследование Тунгусского метеорита
Вопрос о природе Тунгусского метеорита заинтересовал Вронского ещё в годы студенчества, после первых экспедиций Кулика. У Бориса Ивановича было сильное желание принять участие в предполагаемой третьей экспедиции Кулика. Но благоразумие взяло верх и он окончил МГА, а затем его затянула Колыма. Да и намечающаяся экспедиция Кулика не состоялась.

Член Комитета по метеоритам. Все годы своей работы на Колыме он интересовался различными находками метеоритов при земляных работах, собирал их и частично доставлял в Москву в Комитет по метеоритам. Иногда Бориса Ивановича приглашали в Комитет на некоторые интересные совещания, и его постоянно снабжали периодической литературой по этому вопросу. В 1958 году, в 50-летний юбилей падения Тунгусского метеорита, Комитет по метеоритам при АН СССР направил экспедицию на изыскания в район его падения. Вронский не мог остаться равнодушным к этому предприятию и предложил свои услуги в качестве геолога. Так что его участие в Тунгусской экспедиции 1958 года было обоюдно согласовано. С тех пор в течение примерно десяти лет он неизменно бывал участником Тунгусских экспедиций, ежегодно организуемых Комитетом по метеоритам или комплексных самодеятельных экспедиций, возглавляемых Н. В. Васильевым и Г. Ф. Плехановым. Этот период деятельности нашёл отражение в книге «Тропою Кулика», впервые изданной в 1968 году и переизданной в 1977 и 1984. Книга была переведена и издана в Чехословакии и Югославии. В последние годы жизни по состоянию своего здоровья Борис Иванович уже не участвовал в экспедициях КСЭ, но сохранял самую тесную связь с их энтузиастами, и продолжал свои изыскания.

Умер 31 августа 1980 года. Похоронен в Москве на Митинском кладбище.

Произведения

 «Тропой Кулика» (М., «Мысль», 1968, 1969, 1977, 1984);
 «Стихотворения» (Полтава — М. — Пущино, 2009) и другие.

Награды и премии
 Сталинская премия первой степени (1946) — за открытие и исследование новых месторождений золота на Северо-Востоке СССР
 орден Трудового Красного Знамени (1945)
 орден Ленина (1951)
 медали
 «Отличник-дальстроевец» (1955)

Примечания

Ссылки
 ВРОНСКИЙ БОРИС ИВАНОВИЧ (Автобиография)

Выпускники Дмитриевского реального училища
Выпускники Московской горной академии
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Congress may not have intended it, but this was hardly unforeseeable: immigration policy has been swept up in the federal budget impasse.
The sequester – those massive across-the-board budget cuts that took effect earlier this month – was never supposed to happen. Congress designed this as a sort of doomsday machine that would kick in only if they failed to reach agreement on taxation and spending. The sequester was thought to be so onerous that no one in their right mind would let it happen. The logic behind this is reminiscent of the Cold War, when the threat of Mutually Assured Destruction induced Soviets and Americans alike to keep their finger off the button, for fear of bilateral Armageddon. They didn't call it "MAD" for nothing, but at least it worked.
With the sequester, we haven't been so lucky: Congress failed to resolve its budgetary disagreements, and now the doomsday machine is clanking to life. Though not a catastrophe of Cold War proportions, the sequester is potentially quite destructive in its own right. Slowly but surely, its effects are being felt in virtually every area of the federal government, its blunt budgetary ax falling indiscriminately on good programs and bad.
Among the sequester's unintended consequences: the Department of Homeland Security announced last week that it had released more than 2,000 detainees from federal immigration holding centers, and plans to let another 3,000 go free in the course of the month. [See Report: Thousands of Illegal Immigrants Released, USA Today, 01.Mar.2013.] According to USA Today:
"The immigrants who were released still eventually face deportation and are required to appear for upcoming court hearings. But they are no longer confined in immigration jails, where advocacy experts say they cost about $164 per day per person. Immigrants who are granted supervised release – with conditions that can include mandatory check-ins, home visits and GPS devices – cost the government from 30 cents to $14 a day, according to the National Immigration Forum, a group that advocates on behalf of immigrants."
At least conceptually, this is not a departure from current administration policy, which has focused enforcement resources on apprehending and deporting the most dangerous of the illegal immigrant population – those whose presence constitutes a grave threat to national security or public safety. The move nonetheless aroused the ire of anti-illegal immigration activists, who claimed the move was politically motivated. [See, e.g., Immigration Detainees' Release Causes Outrage in Arizona, by Cindy Carcamo, Los Angeles Times, 28.Feb.2013.]
Although politics and immigration are always intertwined, a few back-of-the-envelope calculations suggest there are legitimate, non-frivolous budgetary reasons for releasing low-risk detainees into supervised release programs. Reducing the detainee population by 5,000 people will save at least $150 per person, per day, given the difference between the cost of confinement – pegged at $164 per person, per day – and supervised release, which costs up to $14 per person, per day. That's a savings of $750,000 a day, and $273,750,000 per year – nothing to sneeze at. As of late February, USA Today reports, ICE "held an average daily population of 30,733 in its jails." At $164 dollars a head, per day, the cost of housing all of these detainees would exceed $1.8 billion a year.
Whether releasing that many immigration detainees makes sense from a policy standpoint is at least an arguable point – but from the fiscal standpoint it's a no-brainer, given the cost of detention and the iron law of sequestration. Perhaps Congress will think twice next time before putting the nation on autopilot. And then again, perhaps not.
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I balanced my crying newborn on my hip and tried to get my shoes back on while still tangled in the baby carrier. As I hurried to collect our SEVEN trays of personal belongings speeding down the conveyor belt, my makeup was melting down my face. My husband was getting electronically frisked, so I was single-handedly holding up the hundreds of other travellers who were wondering if - sigh - I'd be on their flight.
Why don't we ban screaming brats from planes?
A quick pang of guilt hit me because I knew I too had thought "Ugh. How can this baby still be crying?" and "How much stuff does a little baby need?!?" and "If this kid kicks my seat one more time, I'm going to throw my own tantrum until someone soothes me with a bottle. (White wine, please.)"
What the hundreds of folks behind me in that security line didn't know was that despite my sweaty, shoeless, bag lady appearance at the security screening and my visible flashes of travel doom, we were going to ROCK this flying thing.
That sweaty security screening wasn't my last frantic moment in travel, but it marked the first of 50 enjoyable flights we have taken with our daughter in under 3 years.
With our TOP 5 TIPS you'll not only survive but enjoy flying with your baby.
16 hours, including 3 flights, 2 long layovers, and a wild, inner-city 1.5 hour long taxi ride.
1. Bring anything to feel ready.
You'll find your own groove with your travels.
On our first flight, we had 3 questionably massive and heavy carry-ons yet used only a *tiny* portion of what we brought. Seriously, we had 12 extra diapers upon landing, plus untouched toys, books, snacks, clothing, and electronics. But, you know what? We felt prepared, and that was priceless.
The less you have to wrangle baggage-wise the better, especially if you're travelling alone. Instead of toys and books, you have YOU, the in-seat magazines … and your phone. Have you ever noticed how much babies LOVE looking at pictures and videos of themselves?
We still use this crib at 3.5 years old!
NOTE: Some airlines let parents check in all baby items for free… and some don't… so get to know your airline's "Children and Travel" rules.
2. Chocolates for flight attendants.
My father-in-law came across this tip and my flight attendant friends confirmed: chocolate is the BEST way to ingratiate yourself with airline staff.
We are often asked "are you airline employees?"
As soon as you board, hand over mouth watering chocolatey-goodness. The flight attendants will individually pop by to say thank you then offer you drinks, food, help getting comfortable, changing tv settings when your baby falls asleep, a bottle warmed, to hold baby for a bit, the list goes on.
When flying alone with Ella from Panama City to Orlando, a flight attendant saw that Ella was asleep and I was staring blankly ahead with boredom (there's only so long you can lovingly gaze at your sleeping baby with awe). He not only brought me another choice drink and a free meal, but he also helped me readjust my position, put back in my earbuds for me AND selected my next movie… all using facial expressions and hand gestures to communicate. He was my hero!
The relatively inexpensive chocolates have made every one of our flights feel like first class.
NOTE: Don't get cheap, messy, or only-you-think-it's-a-good-flavour-combination chocolates. Those won't get you anywhere.
3. Sleep-wise, there are no holds barred.
Feed, rock, snuggle, walk, bottle, nuzzle, bounce, walk, talk, kiss your way to sleep.
Don't even give the idea of forming "bad" sleep habits another thought.
My magic weapon while travelling.
During her two years of breastfeeding and free travel, I nursed E for takeoffs/landings (ear pressure) and to sleep whenever I could tell she needed to rest.
If that didn't work, we'd walk the aisles to keep her occupied with other travellers making faces and eye contact as we passed.
Or one of us would simply give her a serious snuggle to dampen the stimulation and give her space for good cry before finally knocking out.
If your baby doesn't sleep on the flight, don't stress. You'll both make up for it upon arrival.
4. Say YES to help.
Fellow travellers can be just as helpful as the chocolate-loving flight attendants.
Remember that most other adults on your flight are also parents and have been in your shoes, so don't psych yourself out if your baby is crying.
I remember one woman saying to me "Mama. Don't stress. Your baby will relax once you do."
Before you send me shocked-mama emails, I had been sitting next to and honest-mom chatting with this woman for a while. She wasn't sick and she slathered herself head-to-toe in hand sanitizer before offering. (Okay, only her hands. Twice.) I remember her JOY when I said "yes" to her offer to hold Ella while I stretched. She has 4 grown kids of her own and melted when I placed Ella in her arms. I ran to the bathroom and back thinking she just wanted a brief hold, but she was in no hurry to pass over the chance to snuggle and engage with a little baby again.
What a gift for both of us.
5) Be flexible with sleep timing.
Whether 3 hours behind, 9 hours ahead or even in the same time zone, your baby's sleep will be thrown off. You are contending with stimulation from the trip and your destination. Think about all the mental exertion it takes for a baby to process the new environment and people.
Upon arrival, set up your baby's sleep space (see our gift to you below!) and honour your baby's needs for you, feeding, alone time, and sleep.
You'll adjust naturally with time. You really will.
Get lots of daylight during awake hours and let your baby's body and your keen parent-intuition guide sleep times instead of forcing a schedule based solely on the clock. Forcing timing almost always backfires for everyone involved.
All in all, travel is all about enjoying where you are and who you're with, hence a bonus tip!
You do not *have* to be home for every sleep.
When in Paris, we would walk and explore using the carrier or stroller, often starting at usual nap/bedtime and continuing until we were ready to go home. Whenever we'd return, we'd gauge her behaviours and either do a quick bedtime routine, transfer her if possible, or have her up for the rest of her awake time.
You'll *know* what your baby's body is asking for.
While visiting my grandparents (my daughter's GREAT grandparents WOW!), we would set up the travel crib at their house so we could continue spending quality time together... while we still had the time together. It was important to us.
Getting some beauty rest and quiet time at the beach in the AMAZING Orbit Baby Stroller.
As a family, the three of us have since travelled by plane, bus (the crazy long, humid, cramped kind), bike, hike, canoe, decaying pick up truck and car.
We've stayed in single rooms, tents, rugged cabins, casas in the jungle, luxury cottages, and hotels alone, and with friends and family.
The main difference between that first security screening moment and now is that I envision the hundreds of travellers I'm holding up saying "Awe. She's doing such a great job!" as I slow down and take my time wrangling all the things we need to make our flight - and theirs - enjoyable.
I'd love to hear your tricks of travel and how your travels went once you're back!


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Pweto flygplats är en statlig flygplats vid orten Pweto i Kongo-Kinshasa. Den ligger i provinsen Haut-Katanga, i den sydöstra delen av landet,  km öster om huvudstaden Kinshasa. Pweto flygplats ligger  meter över havet. IATA-koden är PWO och ICAO-koden FZQC. Landningsbanan asfalterades 2013 men flygplatsen saknar reguljära förbindelser.

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