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Grade Placement Guide (AY 2022-2023)
As an international school in Singapore, XCL American Academy (XAA) aims to ensure appropriate grade placement for every student based on their age and academic, social and emotional development. For this reason, new students may be required to complete an appropriate grade-level screener to determine placement.
Students applying to the school must be of an appropriate grade age by 1st September for admission consideration. Families are encouraged to refer to the below Grade Placement Guide for AY 2022-2023 to ensure that they are applying to the correct grade level, taking into account the differences in the naming of 'grades' around the world.
English as an Additional Language Program
XAA's English language proficiency requirements vary depending on a student's grade level. The EAL program will become mandatory* for students in Grades 1 – 8 if, after conducting the English proficiency assessment, the school determines that the student requires this support program. Our EAL program caters to students with zero and/or very minimum English language skills (Enhanced EAL) and students with basic English skills (Basic EAL). It develops both written and spoken English capabilities to help them make the most of their time here at XAA.
Children entering Nursery through to KG2 are not formally assessed prior to enrolment. The students will join the English-speaking environment and have language opportunities integrated into all classroom activities.
Students entering Grade 1 and above whose first language is not English or who are coming from a school where the language of instruction is not English may be required to sit for an English language proficiency assessment (WIDA) to determine whether the candidate can access the English-based curriculum and if they require additional English language support.
WIDA assessment is a large-scale English language proficiency assessment designed by the World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment Consortium to assess students' English proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and oral language.
Students who require additional English language support to successfully access the curriculum will be placed in the EAL Programme. Participation in the EAL programme is mandatory.
Immunizations are one of the prerequisites for application and subsequent enrolment at XAA. All applicants are required to submit a copy of vaccination records via the online application form as part of the admissions process.
Foreign-born Children Aged 12 and Below
All foreign-born children aged 12 and below are also required to provide documentary proof of vaccination or evidence of immunity for diphtheria and measles to the Health Promotion Board (HPB) for verification before they can proceed with their applications to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) or Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) for their long-term stay in Singapore. This requirement applies only to first-time applicants. Immunization against measles and diphtheria is mandatory in Singapore under the Fourth Schedule of the Infectious Diseases Act (Cap 137). For more information, please refer to the HPB website https://www.nir.hpb.gov.sg/fcine/#/.
Disclosure of Nationality
Parents are required to fully disclose the nationality/citizenship status of all applicants –including dual nationality. Specifically, any applicant who holds Singapore citizenship, either by birth or registration, must declare this information at the time of the application, as approval from the Ministry of Education (MOE) is required before the course commencement. Enrolled families must immediately notify the Registrar Department of any change in their nationality and residency status.
MOE Exemption
The school will provide personalized assistance for your application for exemption status to the MOE, and we will guide you through this process.
Application for an Exemption from the MOE
XAA will liaise directly with the MOE on the progress of the application and update the family accordingly once an outcome has been reached. The MOE will take approximately up to eight weeks to review the application and inform XAA thereafter.
You are encouraged to provide all the relevant documents in your application, as incomplete applications will delay the processing time. A completed application and the full set of required documents will be passed to the Admissions Committee for review. Once an application has been reviewed, parents will be advised of their child's eligibility to be considered for admission. Successful applicants will be contacted by the school.
Admissions Department will send you a formal Offer Letter and instructions on how to complete the enrolment process.
If your child requires an exemption from the MOE, please contact our Admissions Team ahead of the admission date, and we will guide you through the application process.
XAA intends to apply for EduTrust Certification during the academic year 2022-2023 to enrol students on Student Passes in the future. At this point of time, the school does not facilitate Student Pass applications.
No Student Pass is required for students holding a Dependant's Pass, Immigration Exemption Order (IEO) or Singapore Permanent Residency (PR).
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Lucio Colletti, född 8 december 1924 i Rom, död 3 november 2001 i Livorno, var en italiensk marxist. Han tillhörde den kategori intellektuella som i väst utvecklade marxismen, oberoende av Sovjetunionens stalinism. Till denna kategori räknas förutom Colletti, italienaren Antonio Gramsci, Frankfurtskolan, Budapestskolan och Louis Althusser.

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Declaring war
When a piece of news came the next day, the confused Nielson and Mendiata finally realized where this favourable turn came from.
The news summarized was actually quite simple.
The Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom had declared war on Kaki Duchy to the north and in just three days, they destroyed most of the Kaki Duchy's army and directly captured Duke Kaki and his family.
The Kaki Duchy announced their country was destroyed.
This news shook all the people in the countries of the southeast corner.
Although the Kaki Duchy was in name a duchy, the amount of power that they had wasn't worse than a normal kingdom.
Moreover, Duke Kaki had always spent money on building his army, so the Kaki Duchy was famous among the southeast countries for having the greatest battle strength, which the other countries didn't dare provoke.
However, the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom had declared war on the Kaki Duchy and had used only three days to destroy them, which was something that no one had expected.
It had to be known, it had only been less than three years since the appearance of the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom.
Although the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom with their thirteen companies had very strong economic power, making the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom look very rich.
Everyone thought that having money and being powerful were two different things.
Even if the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom had money, as well as the guards of the thirteen companies from before, it was still far from being able to compare to a kingdom's army.
But this time the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom only sent five thousand people from the guards of five companies to easily defeat the Kaki Duchy, even directly taking care of the Kaki Duchy.
This kind of result shocked everyone in the southeast countries.
The ones that were most shocked and terrified by this were naturally the neighbouring countries of the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom.
The Aodor Duchy was one of those countries.
"Duke Aodor also wants to buy military magic machines from our company?" Nielsen leaned back in the chair and looked at Viscount Wilbur in front of him with a bit of teasing to the smile on his face.
This fellow was that arrogant in front of him two days ago, but now he was acting this submissive, even pasting his face on the table. It really made one emotional looking at him.
"Right, right, right, the duke heard that your company made military magic machines and cares about them very much. The duke feels that these military magic machines are very important to our Aodor Duchy, so he hoped to buy some from your noble company. Manager Nielson, please contact your company's headquarters immediately. It would be best if they could bring the military magic machines we need on the next shipment."
Seeing that Nielson was hesitating, Viscount Wilbur gritted his teeth, but he still continued with a smile, "Of course, the duke has said that as long as your company is willing to provide the military magic machines, we can discuss the price….."
Nielson looked at Viscount Wilbur's submissive appearance and he couldn't help wanting to tease him. He revealed an awkward look and said with knitted brows, "But…..Lord Viscount, you should also know that even if our company's transport fleet comes, it has to first anchor in the southern harbour of the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom. We won't be able to hide this cargo from the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom side."
Viscount Wilbur's expression changed and after thinking about it, he came a bit closer to Nielson and said in a low voice, "Manager Nielson, I am clear that your company is cooperating with the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom. As long as your company is willing, it won't be found by the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom, don't you think?"
Nielson gave a laugh, "Lord Viscount, it isn't impossible to do this, but the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom is one of our company's most important partners. What reason do we have to hide this matter from an important business partner?"
Viscount Wilbur immediately fell silent.
He knew that even if the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom didn't destroy the Kaki Duchy and increase their fame in the surrounding countries, even if this was before, their Aodor Duchy couldn't compare to the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom.
If they had to make a choice, the Frestech Chamber of Commerce would choose the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom over their Aodor Duchy.
"Of course……" Nielson spoke again and drew out his words, "If the duke can show enough sincerity, we can still consider it……"
Viscount Wilbur's eyes lit up. After thinking about it, he said with a strong nod, "Alright! Manager Nielson, I think that the duke will definitely want to personally discuss this with you. I wonder if you have time right now?"
"Of course, how could I not?" Nielson said with a smile, "If the duke calls me, I would have time no matter when it was."
Viscount Wilbur was filled with joy.
"Great! Manager Nielson, please come with me right now to see the duke. When the duke learns that you are visiting him, he will definitely be happy!"
Nielson laughed in his heart.
Since he arrived in the Aodor Duchy, he had asked to see Duke Aodor many times, but he was always rejected. He kept sending Viscount Wilbur, who wasn't considered that important in the Aodor Duchy to meet with him.
Now that the Aodor Duchy felt this danger, Duke Aodor lowered his status and came to request a meeting with him.
This difference in attitude was just too strong.
Thinking of this, Nielson couldn't help giving a bitter laugh deep down.
He thought that he could use his own power and the higher quality of the Frestech Chamber of Commerce's magic machines to open the market of the Aodor Duchy, even if he couldn't take all of it
But he never thought that because of the Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom's actions, he would enjoy the passive benefits of the company.
Of course, this wasn't something that was worth being averse to.
He could spend less time and effort to raise his status in the Aodor Duchy that no one cared about, so why wouldn't he do it?
The Nozdormu Business Union Kingdom attacking and occupying the Kaki Duchy was not something special on the continent.
After all, in less than half a month after this matter happened, there was an even bigger war that attracted everyone's attention in the west part of the continent.
The Sack Kingdom used the excuse of border conflicts to suddenly declare war on the Antila Kingdom to the north.
In just a single week of fighting, the Sack Kingdom's northern Polar Bear Regiment had been unstoppable as they routed the Antila Kingdom's army seven times, invading five hundred kilometers into the Antila Kingdom.
During these seven battles, the battle strength of the Sack Kingdom's Polar Bear Regiment had shocked everyone.
The battle strength of the Antila Kingdom's army was considered not bad among the over a dozen countries in the west. While the Sack Kingdom attacked the Lampuri Kingdom many times over several centuries, they had never dared to provoke the Antila Kingdom.
But this time, the Polar Bear Regiment was able to easily defeat the Antila Kingdom's army, even making them unable to fight back at all. This was something that was very shocking.
But it wasn't that hard for people to understand.
Because according to the various reports, since the Sack Kingdom had made their public announcement, they had armed the Polar Bear Regiment with a large amount of military magic machines.
With the help of these military magic machines, the Polar Bear Regiment's battle strength was greatly increased, which had allowed them to easily defeat the Antila Kingdom's army.
This information proved that the military magic machines could greatly improve the battle strength of an army. On the other hand, it also gave everyone a shocking piece of news, which was that…..the Sack Kingdom really did have the ability to mass produce military magic machines!
It was very clear that it was impossible for the Frestech Chamber of Commerce to provide this many military magic machines to the Sack Kingdom, as well, the Sack Kingdom had announced that they could mass produce military magic machines not that long ago.
With these two together, it meant that the military magic machines used to equip the Polar Bear Regiment were all produced by the Sack Kingdom themselves!
Based on the situation after the Sack Kingdom made the announcement, this was indeed fact.
The Polar Bear Regiment was indeed equipped with the mass produced military magic machines of the Sack Kingdom, which was why they had such a strong battle strength.
Everything was unrelated to the Frestech Chamber of Commerce.
Once this news was confirmed, it wasn't exaggerated to say that a stir fell onto the continent.
If it was said that when the Sack Kingdom announced that they could mass produce military magic machines and even demonstrated them that everyone still only half believed them, after declaring war on the Antila Kingdom, all these doubts vanished into thin air.
There was nothing more persuasive than facts.
And the facts were that the Sack Kingdom didn't have any help from the Frestech Chamber of Commerce, using their own mass produced military magic machines to easily defeat the Antila Kingdom.
Such a strong fact was placed in front of everyone, so they had no choice but to believe.
So while the war between the Sack Kingdom and the Antila Kingdom was burning like wildfire, all the countries on the continent moved at the same time.
Everyone's goal was simple and clear.
Since they couldn't get their fill of military magic machines from the Frestech Chamber of Commerce, why couldn't they try the Sack Kingdom?
However, while countless people and countries were moving, preparing to head to the Sack Kingdom, there was a sudden piece of news that suddenly stopped them.
The Lampuri Kingdom was declaring war on the Sack Kingdom.

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Limone was born in 1938 in Brooklyn, New York, and is best known for his abstract art.
His print Seedless Sun-Maid is part of Georgia's State Art Collection.
Sanchez, Corina. "Frank Limone (b. 1938)." New Georgia Encyclopedia. 12 January 2016. Web. 18 April 2019.


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by Sam Stewart on Oct 24, 2014 at 10:21 AM
Developer: Visual Concepts
Platform: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
With the release of WWE 2K15 quickly approaching, 2K today announced new features coming exclusively to the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions. One new addition, Who Got NXT mode, focuses on five NXT superstars, each of who get their own chapters consisting of four matches. If the player completes all four of the wrestler's matches, they unlock the NXT character in the main game.
Once the player unlocks, all five wrestlers they will be able to participate in the Proving Ground mode. Similar to WWE 2K14's Defeat the Streak mode, which challenged the player to end Undertaker's WrestleMania winning streak, Proving Ground pits the NXT player against WWE 2K15 cover star John Cena in a special match.
WWE 2K15 releases for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on October 28, and on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on November 18.


Although your instinct may be to sit in on your relative's meeting with the attorney in order to help explain the relative's situation, a new brochure from the American Bar Association explains why elder law attorneys need to meet with their clients without anyone else present. While elder law issues often involve lots of family members, usually the attorney can only represent one person without a conflict of interest arising. Even if you are the one paying the bill, the lawyer's client — usually the older person — is going to be the person whose interests are at stake in the legal planning.
One job of the elder law attorney is to assess a client's competency. The attorney needs to know whether the client has the capacity to make decisions, and speaking privately with the client is the only way to make this determination. The attorney may need to check with you to get details, such as addresses or dates, but in general the attorney should be able to get most of the information from the client.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2013 federal guidelines for how much money the spouses of institutionalized Medicaid recipients may keep and the limit on how much a home can be worth for its owner to still qualify for Medicaid.
In 2013, the spouse of a Medicaid recipient living in a nursing home (called the "community spouse") may keep as much as $115,920 without jeopardizing the Medicaid eligibility of the spouse who is receiving long-term care. Called the "community spouse resource allowance," this is the most that a state may allow a community spouse to retain without a hearing or a court order. While some states set a lower maximum, the least that a state may allow a community spouse to retain in 2013 will be $23,184.
Meanwhile, the maximum monthly maintenance needs allowance for 2013 will be $2,898. This is the most in monthly income that a community spouse is allowed to have if her own income is not enough to live on and she must take some or all of the institutionalized spouse's income. The minimum monthly maintenance needs allowance – the income level below which a state may not allow a community spouse to fall if income from the institutionalized spouse is available — is $1,891.25 in the lower 48 states ($2,365 for Alaska and $2,176.25 for Hawaii). This figure took effect July 1, 2012, and will not rise until July 1, 2013.
Medicaid will not cover long-term care services for applicants whose homes are valued above a certain limit. For 2013, that limit is $536,000, although states have the option of increasing this equity limit to $802,000. But the house may be kept with no equity limit if the Medicaid applicant's spouse or another dependent relative lives there.
These new figures (except for the minimum monthly maintenance needs allowance) take effect on January 1, 2013.
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The struggle underlying the division between the Ethereum and the Ethereum Classic networks seems to have shifted to the Asian market. After Bitcoin and Litecoin, a traditional China-linked cryptocurrency, Ether (ETH) and ETC are currently the two most recognised altcoins in parts of Asia, especially China, where they seek to capture more share of the market. However, going by recent trends, it is unclear which among both of them will gain a upper hand in the long term.
As at April 30, the price of Ethereum Classic on South Korea's biggest exchange Coin One showed it has increased with trade volume soaring to as high as 1.5 million – a 10x increase resulting in the rise of its price to slightly over $6 – giving its proponents a reason to think ETC is a better choice than Ethereum at the point.
Though these are based on some of the recent moves that have worked out well for ETC, ETH has risen on the other hand too in terms of price – over $80 – even as activities related to the second most biggest cryptocurrency by capitalization seems to be increasing in China.
The first-ever private fund that invests in Ethereum Classic with $10 million in seed capital was launched by the U.S. investment management company, Grayscale Investments LLC and ETC also recently capped its supply at 210 million units which makes it infinite and easier to value as the market evolves further.
At a market capitalization currently standing at around $600 million making it the sixth largest digital currency in the market according to CoinMarketCap and a five ETC per block and a 20% decrease (The Tithing) in block reward at every 5 million blocks until the cap is reached, it didn't come as a surprise that interest in ETC grew at the news of the launch of Grayscale's fund.
Also looking at it from a general perspective of those who trade in digital currencies, the belief that Bitcoin will always grow with time but altcoins will always grow faster in percentage applies to an extent. At a meagre $6, ETC has room for growth which is considered higher at the time going by the buzz around.
Though some in the industry still think ETC needs to find a legit use case or a value proposition other than the professed immutability to sustain its growth, Grayscale in its introductory paper describes Ethereum Classic as a "next generation blockchain platform for a new internet infrastructure – one that can dramatically enhance the ways that information and value are shared in the digital economy, unlocking trillions of dollars in untapped economic surplus in the process." If this turns out good, it would mean that others who view ETC as an undervalued coin with strong fundamentals that is just starting to find its true value would take the day.
ETC has since risen to be the third most traded cryptocurrency just behind Ethereum and Bitcoin. However, it is still behind ETH on the market stand. Ethereum has been working its way inside out of Asia's largest market, China, to other countries like Taiwan and India which is organizing its first ever international blockchain hackathon later this month in collaboration with the Ethereum Foundation.
Following an increased interest in the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance, some Chinese cryptocurrency exchanges including OKCoin have expressed the plan to integrate support for ETH trading on their platforms. If and when that happens, there is likely to be a competition over Ethereum in both the Chinese and South Korean markets which could spark a boom for ETH price.
Some meetups have also been held in parts of China in April where relevant discussions about Ethereum and its EEA were tabled. Put together with China's interest in blockchain and the plethora of big corporations that are already looking into the technology in the country, the Ethereum platform could seize the opportunity to spread through the Asia region as a perfect growing ground.
While Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin speaks Mandarin which could appeal to a wide audience, Ethereum Classic has major Chinese investors such as Chandler Guo behind it.
 Bitcoin Price Breaks 1459 USD, Is It too Late to Buy Bitcoin Now?
I think it's this: ETH is corporate, and will sooner or later be sold to big banks. ETC is free and following the actual plans that made ETH big.
lol, as if it's even a valid question.
Sir..that battle has been decided.


Eighteen months after social media mogul Sean Parker anted up $250 million to launch a new cancer institute devoted to groundbreaking research work, the group is still absorbing labs and top investigators into its swelling network. This week, the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy welcomed a string of labs at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute led by some of the best-known scientists in oncology.
These scientists include Stephen Hodi, who led the first human study of Yervoy (ipilimumab), a pioneering CTLA-4 checkpoint drug that has been playing a primary role in immuno-oncology combo studies. Hodi has been focusing on breaking down resistance to the new checkpoints sweeping the field. The list also involves Catherine Wu, an antigen expert whose been working on identifying new targets that can whip up a more effective immune response to cancer. Philip Kranzusch — studying the cGAS-STING pathway to control immune signaling and antitumor immunity — and Nick Haining, concentrating on T cells, are also signing up.
"It's more than just a numbers game," he says. These new additions to the group include expertise on neoantigens and checkpoint resistance, which figures prominently in the 4 key areas they're concentrating on. And there are dozens of biopharma alliances in the mix, multiplying now to the point where it can be difficult to stay on top of it all.
That all fits into what Bluestone calls his sandbox analogy. There has to be a contained, organized approach to their work; a practical strategy driven by a set of clear goals. It isn't an unlimited, beach-like perspective.
And the investigators have to play together in the sandbox.
That means sharing ideas in twice annual retreats or the monthly calls with the directors of the organization. Scientists get a chance to pitch new ideas and talk about what they're working on, looking for ways to collaborate with others on projects or just get some fresh perspective.
PICI also wants to stay in the "white space," says Bluestone, the areas of unmet medical need where progress is most needed — tough areas like pancreatic cancer.
At this point, the industry has pumped billions of dollars into cancer research in a short period of time, creating a field that in many respects dominates the global biopharma business. And Bluestone is acutely aware that staying on the cutting edge is no easy task.
But PICI plans to keep growing, adding scientists who are in this for the long haul until it gets to the point that the sandbox is full. Where that line is drawn, Bluestone adds, hasn't been determined. But he thinks he'll know it when he gets there.


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When Nathan and I first got Delilah and we were trying to decide on a name it was between Daphne and Delilah. At first we went with Daphne, but on the second day Delilah kept coming back to me and it sounded right, so on the second day we renamed her Delilah. As I continued to think about the name, the more perfect it became for her. There are two reasons why her name is fitting. In the Bible, Delilah was a temptress and tempted Samson to cut his hair, and my baby Delilah is a temptress who convinced me to take her home. Then the other day I realized a second reason why Delilah is a perfect name. Again, Delilah from the Bible convinced Samson to cut his hair off, and as you may know if you keep up on my blog that I got Delilah from a hair salon, where people cut their hair. So fitting. The funny thing is, Nathan picked the name Delilah and at the time he wasn't thinking of any significance, but the name has total significance. She was meant to be!
P.S. I am sorry everything has been all about Delilah lately; she is just so dang cute I can't help it.
She is too cute! I don't blame you for wanting to talk about her!


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Laserfiche received its 2009 DM Award on October 22 at a black-tie ceremony at The Novotel, London, St. Pancras. Richard Clowser and James Bennett, two representatives from Laserfiche UK reseller Paper Dock, accepted the award on behalf of Laserfiche.
James Bennett, UK Sales Manager at Laserfiche reseller Paper Dock, and Richard Clowser, Software Development Manager at Paper Dock, accept the 2009 DM Award for Green Product of the Year.
Laserfiche® creates simple and elegant enterprise content management (ECM) solutions that help organizations run smarter. Since 1987, more than 27,000 organizations worldwide—including numerous Fortune 1000 companies and a variety of government agencies—have used Laserfiche software to streamline document, records and business process management.
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Laserfiche is a registered trademark of Compulink Management Center, Inc.


This time of year (May - June) the Yucca plants in my area are flowering. Here are a few specimen.
I like Yucca Plants, and yet I've not photographed them much. I've photographed a few here and there, but I typically miss the flowering stage. . . but not this year.


Cheer Tryouts for Football Season, grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 (this year) and tryouts for "The Chieftain" mascot, juniors only (senior next year), will be held on May 28th, 29th, 30th.
The LHS Art Department would like to congratulate Grace Mullett, LHS Junior, for being a finalist in two regional art contests this year.
Chieftain Center Expected to be Completed in June!
Press Release Logan Daily News Frequently Asked Questions By the end of June, 2019 the Logan High School Shaw-Davidson Campus will have a completed 86,000 square foot addition. The Chieftain Center is on schedule to have its grand opening in a matter of weeks, proving partnerships between school and community can have tremendous results.
On Wednesday, April 17th, at 10:00am, a surprise check presentation was held at Logan-Hocking Middle School Staff Lounge, where administrators and co-workers -two who also happen to be the recipient's parents, gathered to see six grade teacher, Jonathan Huntsberger's, reaction when Sharlie Trentman, of California Casualty Management Company, presented him with a $1,000 check.
The Logan Hocking Middle School Visual Arts Instructors would like to invite you to visit the 4th Annual Perceptions Art Exhibition opening Friday, April 26th from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The show will be held at Artista, located at 38 W. Main Street, in downtown Logan. Light refreshments will be served. Make it a Gallery Hop and stop down to The Bowen House to see the Lil' Buds Elementary Art Show the same night!
2019 Prom - Unlike Any in LHS History!
A stand out event for most juniors and seniors is the high school prom, historically held in school cafeterias or banquet halls. According to Lori Holmes, Junior and Senior Class Co-advisor, the Logan High School students are in for a surprise, which will make this year's prom unlike any other in recent history. The 2019 LHS Prom will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019, from 8:00-11:00 p.m. What makes this year unique is the location.
LOGAN-HOCKING SCHOOLS KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION REMINDER Lauren Lupo and Charlie Hunter are excited that they both have completed the screening to attend Kindergarten next year. The girls are cousins and will both attend Central Elementary. Registration for children who will be attending kindergarten during the 2019-2020 school year is being done thru May 13, 2019.
Bainter Wins Shot Put at Heath Invitational!
At the Heath Invitational meet, Lanie Bainter won the shot put, by tying her personal record, with 39 feet, 10 inches. Congratulations, Lanie! Many others placed very well and/or set new personal records. Read details here: Logan Daily News Press Release Thank you to the Logan Daily News for doing a wonderful job of featuring our athletes!


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"Thank you very much for your assistance. I will now be able to spend Independence [Day] with my family and friends."
CAPTION: Distressed vessel Ogoi Ratz, left, made ready for towing by civilian merchant vessel Uni Sunshine after being located by RAAF P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft. Story by Leading Seaman Kylie Jagiello. Photo from RAAF No. 11 Squadron.
These were the words from the captain of distressed vessel, Ogoi Ratz, to a RAAF P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft crew after they were located.
The captain was referring to Papua New Guinea's Independence Day.
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) received a request for assistance from Port Moresby's Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre on the evening of September 10, with AMSA requesting ADF search-and-rescue support to enhance their response efforts on September 12.
A P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft from No. 11 Squadron, based at RAAF Edinburgh, was deployed to Cairns to assist in the search and rescue.
Operating as the tactical coordinator, Maritime Patrol and Response Officer Flight Lieutenant Bradley McMaster conducted a radar search of the designated area provided by the rescue coordination centre.
"Following the missing vessel's passage plan, we commenced our aerial search in the vicinity of Woodlark Island, heading towards Bougainville," Flight Lieutenant McMaster said.
"Half way through the radar search we picked up a small radar contact that was the vessel we were looking for.
"Once in radio contact with Ogoi Ratz, we were able to confirm all four crew members were well."
While chatting with the crew of the missing vessel, Maritime Captain Flight Lieutenant Thomas Flatley said his team got in radio contact with merchant vessel Uni Sunshine, which was in the vicinity.
"Ogoi Ratz was 70 nautical miles from the coastline when we found them and Uni Sunshine were 24 nautical miles from there," Flight Lieutenant Flatley said.
"We remained overhead providing visual oversight, as well additional guidance until they arrived and took Ogoi Ratzunder tow."
P-8A aircraft are at the forefront of military aviation technology and make a significant contribution to Air Force capability as part of the ADF Joint Force.
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A full list of Pamela's New York Times columns is here. Some examples of her articles are below.
February 07, 2019 | THE NEW YORK TIMES
The Bad News About Helicopter Parenting: It Works
New research shows that hyper-involved parenting is the route to kids' success in today's unequal world.
January 19, 2019 | THE NEW YORK TIMES
The Revenge of the Middle-Aged Frenchwoman
'I would like 50-year-old women to stop sending me photos of their bottoms and breasts,' a French writer pleaded.
December 21, 2018 | MARIE CLAIRE
The Life-Changing Magic of Marie Kondo
Marie Kondo's decluttering technique has always been refreshingly strange: Make a pile of all your clothes—down to the last pair of socks—then discard anything that doesn't "spark joy." Repeat this with books, papers, and the contents of your kitchen cabinets.
November 24, 2018 | THE NEW YORK TIMES
The Woman Who Still Finds Louis C.K. Lovable
The French comedian Blanche Gardin is taking on all of feminism's orthodoxies.
The News Is Bad in Hungary
Viktor Orban didn't like what the press was reporting, so he took it over.
May 04, 2018 | THE NEW YORK TIMES
How to Survive Your 40s
If you want to know how old you look, just walk into a French cafe. It's like a public referendum on your face.
Are the French the New Optimists?
Americans used to be full of hope. No longer.
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April 10, 2018 | THE NEW YORK TIMES
What Are the French Doing to Protect Jews? A Lot.
This isn't World War II all over again.
March 08, 2018 | THE NEW YORK TIMES
Are iPhones Bad for Kids?
Two new books — Anya Kamenetz's "The Art of Screen Time" and Naomi Schaefer Riley's "Be the Parent, Please" — offer advice to anxious parents.
How Do You Say 'Hail Mary' in French?
I've lately been telling French people about the Hail Mary pass. I explain that it's a desperate move in American football: You're running out of time to score, so you lob the ball toward the end zone and hope for the best.
March 17, 2017 | THE ATLANTIC
Podcasts Are the New Xanax
I'm not an early adopter. I'll only start wearing new styles of clothing once they're practically out of date, and I won't move into a neighborhood until it's fully saturated with upscale coffee shops. I was the last person I know to download music and to stop paying for long-distance phone calls.
October 02, 2016 | THE NEW YORK TIMES
'If I Sleep for an Hour, 30 People Will Die'
It's 1944, in occupied Paris. Four friends spend their days in a narrow room atop a Left Bank apartment building. The neighbors think they're painters — a cover story to explain the chemical smell. In fact, the friends are members of a Jewish resistance cell.
July 08, 2016 | THE NEW YORK TIMES
Why Rich People Make the French Squirm
With Paris now competing to become Europe's post-Brexit financial capital, France's fraught relationship with wealth is under global scrutiny.
How to Talk to Children About Terrorism
Even in tough times, parents should tell them the truth — often in simple terms — and help them process it.
Eat Up. You'll Be Happier.
My father-in-law, an anthropologist, likes to talk about the time he ate dog penis. He was visiting a remote town in South Korea, and the mayor invited him to lunch. Once they'd finished the dog soup (not a big deal), a waitress carried out the boiled penis on a silver plate. The mayor cut it lengthwise with scissors, then served half to each of them.
Decoding the Rules of Conversation
As an American married to an Englishman and living in France, I've spent much of my adult life trying to decode the rules of conversation in three countries. Paradoxically, these rules are almost always unspoken.
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Despite the Karnataka State Government's blanket ban on plastic that came into effect more than two years ago, the local vendors in Bengaluru's markets continue to flout the rules that seek to make the state plastic free.
It must be remembered that prior to 2016, the government had banned the use of plastic bags which were less than 40 microns in thickness, however, 10th May 2016 saw the banning of sale and production of all things plastic within the state.
To fasten the rule, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) had also begun fining those who were seen using plastic as well as manufacturing units as well. Even though all seems well on paper, Bangalore continues to grapples with this ban on plastic.
Malini Parmar, a member of Solid Waste Round Table Management (SWMRT) and Bangalore Eco Team, while talking to The Logical Indian said that looking at the pace at which the rules are being implemented, it might take up to five or even ten years to make the state plastic free.
"To make things faster fines should be imposes heavily on those who are seen carrying plastic and alternatives to plastic carry bags should be readily available," Parmar added.
She further added that the BBMP health inspectors, who are otherwise supposed assigned to collect fines upon finding plastic usage, has never even come to the area for inspection.
However, Dr. Siddappaji, BBMP Health Officer of Bangalore East Zone said that the BBMP looks at the level of implementation while the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) looks at the manufacturing units. He further said that the Palike goes on regular inspections and fines are incurred by those who are seen using plastic in the city.
The BBMP in a 2016 circular had clearly laid down the pointers that explains the ban as well as the fine that are to be imposed. It also draws attention to the fact that Bangalore produces 4000 metric tonnes of solid waste a day out of which 350 to 400 metric tonnes is plastic waste.
Plastic garbage is one of the major sources of pollution. The products made of plastic are often non-biodegradable, hence, take millions of years to decompose. Plastic, which is often commonly used in landfills creates irreversible environmental damage in land and water.
The Logical Indian urgest its readers to take the first step forward towards a greener earth by saying "No" to plastic.


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Abdul Wahab Adam (8 December 1938 – 22 June 2014) was an Islamic scholar, Ameer (head) and Missionary-in-Charge of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Ghana. He was a member of Ghana's National Peace Council and the National Reconciliation Commission that was set up in 2002.

Personal life
Adam was born in December 1938 at Brofeyedur - Adansi in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. He completed his secondary education at T.I. Ahmadiyya Secondary School, Kumasi, and then proceeded to the Ahmadiyya Muslim Seminary and Ahmadiyya Theological University, in Pakistan, where he received Diploma in Arabic and Honours Degree in Theology and Islamic Jurisprudence in 1960. After serving as the Brong-Ahafo Regional Missionary of Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission from 1960 - 1969, he became the Principal of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Missionary Training College at Saltpond, Ghana. In 1971, he was appointed to the high office of the Deputy Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission of the United Kingdom. He was subsequently promoted to the position of Ameer (Head) and Missionary-in-Charge of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Ghana. He has steered the affairs of the Mission with distinction since 1975.

He died on 22 June 2014. Three days later, State funeral was held, attended by the Vice President, Ministers of State, members of parliament and various leaders of the Christian and Muslim faiths.

Work
Adam served as a member of various governmental and non-governmental organizations which aim to promote values of democracy, peace and human rights. He was a member of Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), the National Peace Council of Ghana, and the National Reconciliation Commission. He also served as the vice-chairman of Ghana Integrity lnitiatve and the co-founder and National President of Council of Religions of Ghana.

In his capacity as a member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission, Adam worked as the Co-Editor of Muslim Herald, London and the Editor of Ahmadiyya Bulletin, London. He further served as a member World Council of Ahmadi Muslim Jurists. In his relationship with various Muslim bodies of Ghana, he is credited with the establishment of the Hilal Committee and the granting of national holidays to mark Eid al-Fitr and Eid-al-Adha festivals on the Islamic calendar.

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Ghanaian Ahmadis
2014 deaths
Ghanaian religious leaders
Ghanaian theologians
1938 births
People from Ashanti Region
T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School (Kumasi) alumni


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OnePlus regularly holds Open Ears Forums, which are events in which OnePlus fans can directly communicate with OnePlus staff regarding the company's highly-regarded Android skin, OxygenOS. The next Open Ears Forum will happen in New York City on April 13, 2019.
If you'd like to attend the event, you'll need to apply. There will only be up to 30 participants invited to the event, so competition is likely to be fierce.
Although OnePlus doesn't officially limit the applications as such, it does say in its announcement on the matter that it is specifically looking for people from the tri-state area surrounding New York. If you happen to live in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or other neighboring states, your chances of acceptance go up.
However, OnePlus fans from anywhere in the United States are welcome to apply to attend the event.
Comment on this thread on why you should be picked (you will need a OnePlus account). You can write out your pitch or submit a video if you feel comfortable with that.
OnePlus is accepting applications right now, but the cut-off time is 11:59 PM ET on March 24, 2019. Get your application in as soon as possible, as that cut-off date is this coming Sunday.
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Square End Island (, ) ist eine Insel im Archipel der Südlichen Shetlandinseln. Sie liegt 6 km nordnordöstlich der südwestlichen Spitze von King George Island.

Der deskriptive Name der Insel stammt offenbar von Wissenschaftlern der britischen Discovery Investigations, die die Insel im Jahr 1935 kartierten.

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Q: How to color code scatter-plot of PCoA So I am new to this. I need to run PCoA on the following data matrix. I am able to run my analyses using ADE4, labdsv, Ginko, Aabel softwares. Whats bothering me is how to color code the labels in the scatter plot. My matrix is a presence/absence matrix in the order:
SpecieName Value1 Value2
A1         0      1
A2         1      1
A3         1      1
B1         0      0
B2         0      1
E1         1      0
E2         0      0

What I want is to represent A1, A2, and A3 in red, B1 and B2 in Blue and all the E ones in black. Any help will be appreciated.

A: Just pass in a factor that denotes these groups to the plotting command:
data = read.table('data.txt', header=T)

data.pca = prcomp(data[,-1])

groups = factor(gsub('(.).', '\\1', data$SpecieName))

plot(data.pca$x, col=groups)

Also, if you want to set specific colors, you can always index into a custom list the same way:
cols = c('red', 'blue', 'black')[groups]
plot(data.pca$x, col=cols)

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April 17, 2017 // Franchising.com // WASHINGTON D.C. - Built for the long haul (and the short haul too), Zippy Shell is making a move that further solidifies its undisputable presence as the most prominent and disruptive force in both the moving and storage industries.
The brand announced today that it has initiated a coast-to-coast expansion plan to double its U.S. presence in the next three years, expanding its innovative service offerings into key markets. Momentum has shifted into high gear with four first quarter 2017 openings – Atlanta, Cleveland, Tampa and Denver. Plus, projections call for up to 12 additional franchise units this year…with the second quarter forecasting to be equally as strong as the start of the year.
There are several factors driving Zippy Shell's dynamic growth. First, the brand has begun to tip the scale towards market dominance through its strategic franchising initiative. It is cementing its brand recognition now with more than 50 locations across the United States covering more than 120 territories from Florida to the Pacific Northwest. Because of the surging brand awareness, demand is growing and additional franchise territories are available to meet the needs of both consumer and business clients.
Additionally, Zippy Shell is advancing its position in the moving and storage industries with the introduction of a new all-weather storage container. The newly created container is better equipped to withstand all weather environments and can stay outside for longer periods of time than the original wire mesh unit.
Another indication of the climb Zippy Shell is making to the top of the moving and storage industries is the first quarter performance of its relocation services. Up 350 percent compared to the same timeframe last year, this portion of the company's offerings serve as a significant sales opportunity for locations across the country to meet the corporate demand for more cost-effective and safer solutions.
Zippy Shell bridges the gap between moving and storage in a cost effective way for both franchisees and their customers. Efficiencies are achieved on several levels, including Zippy Shell's open-air, lightweight containers that are uniquely designed to be shipped inside a traditional dry van or freight truck and then can be collapsed and easily shipped back at freight rates that are much less costly than other containers. Further, customer convenience and security are prioritized through Zippy Shell storage services in nearby warehouses until ready for hauling or unloading.
Franchisees benefit from Zippy Shell's competitive advantages. The model requires less capital and less equipment costs, which differentiates it from all other moving and storage companies. In turn, Zippy Shell is able to pass savings on to its consumer and business customers. Moreover, the Zippy Shell loading and delivery system is much more mobile and can access more locations than traditional services, and drivers do not need special training.
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Top court weighs precedent-setting case of human rights breaches at Canadian mine in Eritrea
The Supreme Court of Canada heard arguments today in what could be a precedent-setting case for Canadian companies that do business abroad.
B.C.-based mining company Nevsun Resources Ltd. is being sued for its alleged complicity in the forced labour, slavery and torture of workers at the Bisha gold, zinc and copper mine in Eritrea, East Africa.
At issue for the top justices is whether Canadian courts have jurisdiction to hear civil cases like this one, that involve alleged breaches of customary international law by private Canadian firms. Traditionally, this body of law has applied only to sovereign states.
Nevsun lawyer Mark Andrews said today it is « beyond debate » that the fundamental complaint is about the conduct of Eritrea, and warned of the dangers of having a Canadian court pass judgment on the acts of a foreign state.
« If this court gives a domestic court jurisdiction over the lawfulness of the acts of foreign courts, then you are essentially ignoring the nuances, the countervailing issues which it is for the government of Canada to balance and weigh in determining what the correct foreign policy should be towards countries like Eritrea, » he said.
The CBC's Fifth Estate has reported extensively on the allegations against Nevsun, and the fact that company executives have denied direct knowledge of human rights violations at their Bisha mine despite court documents that show some appear to have been informed of forced labour concerns at their site a decade ago.
Andrews told the court he is not arguing for impunity for businesses operating internationally, but he insisted there are other ways that corporations can be held to account.
New ombudsperson post vacant
Last year, the Liberal government announced new initiatives to strengthen Canada's approach to responsible business conduct for Canadian companies operating abroad, including a new office of the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise.
A year later, the position remains vacant.
« Progress continues to select a Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE), taking the time needed to ensure an open, transparent, and merit-based selection process is followed, » said Isabella Brisson-Urdaneta, spokesperson for International Trade Diversification Minister Jim Carr.
« The mandate and associated responsibilities of the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise are subject to Governor in Council authority and will be outlined through a published Order in Council. »
NDP MP Peter Julian has a private member's bill that would give the Federal Court authority to hear civil cases involving alleged human rights abuses involving Canadian companies operating abroad.
Lawsuit filed by Eritrean refugees
The lawsuit against Nevsun was brought by a group of Eritrean refugees who say they were forced to work like slaves at the mine under Eritrea's mandatory military National Service Program.
The Supreme Court justices are not weighing the merits of the case itself, only if a domestic court should hear it. The outcome could have broad implications for other Canadian companies with foreign operations.
The refugees' lawyer Joe Fiorante said the context of this case is critical, noting that Nevsun entered commercial relations with an authoritarian state with a notorious record of grave human rights abuses.
« It's alleged that the company was aware, specifically, of a risk that forced labour could be used by the subcontractors in Eritrea in the development of the mine, and it's alleged that the company failed to prevent the use of forced labour, » he said.
Nevsun Resources' gold and copper mine in the Bisha mining district in northern Eritrea, adjacent to Sudan. (CBC)
Fiorante said the use of conscript workers for commercial enterprises breaches international labour laws and violates the company's own adopted standards of corporate social responsibility.
Justice Malcolm Rowe questioned the B.C. court's role, and suggested supporters of the litigants were trying to use the norms of international law to create liability for private firms based on a set of rules that were intended to govern relations between states.
« What you are saying is an appeal to morality; this a wrong which must be righted. This is a wrong that cannot be righted anywhere else, therefore it must be righted in the courts of B.C. I do not accept that as a legal argument; that is a moral argument, » he said.
'New problem' emerging
Paul Champ, a lawyer for Amnesty International Canada, said the ability to seek a remedy for someone who has had their human rights violated is, in itself, a human right. He said the case points to a « new problem » that has emerged in the last 20 years about corporate responsibility amid increased globalization.
« Broadening activities by corporations have not been addressed thus far, and it's our submission that this is how the common law must evolve to address that problem, » he said.
Bruce Johnston, a lawyer for Mining Watch Canada, said there must be strong rules across the board.
« Neither developing nations nor Canadian corporations should have to choose between economic development and the respect of fundamental human rights, » he said. « That should not be a choice; it should never be on the table. »
Nevsun had pushed for the case to be heard in Eritrea. It has maintained the company is committed to safe and responsible operations at the Bisha mine and has denied the allegations against the company.
The justices will consider the arguments before delivering a judgment and it's unclear when a decision will be made.
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In downtown Montreal, it's festival season.
In the city's entertainment district, a musical act was conducting a sound check on stage Friday evening — the second day of the French-language version of the renowned Just For Laughs comedy festival. Tickets for many of the festival's free outdoor shows — limited by COVID-19 regulations — were sold out.
Two blocks away, more than 100 people were watching an acoustic performance by the Isaac Neto Trio — part of the last weekend of the Festival International Nuits d'Afrique, a celebration of music from the African continent and the African diaspora.
With COVID-19 restrictions continuing to limit capacity, festival organizers say they're glad to be back but looking forward to next year when they hope border restrictions and capacity limits won't affect their plans.
Charles Décarie, Just For Laughs' CEO and president, said this is a "transition year."
"Even though we have major constraints from the public health group in Montreal, we've managed to design a festival that can navigate through those constraints," Décarie said.
The French-language Juste pour rire festival began on July 15 and is followed by the English-language festival until July 31.
When planning began in February and March, Décarie said, organizers came up with a variety of scenarios for different crowd sizes, ranging from no spectators to 50 per cent of usual capacity.
"You've got to build scenarios," he said. "You do have to plan a little bit more than usual because you have to have alternatives."
MONTREAL — MELS Studios will build a new film studio in Montreal, filling some of the gap in supply to meet the demand of Hollywood productions.
MELS president Martin Carrier said on Friday that MELS 4 studio construction will begin « as soon as possible », either in the fall or winter of next year. The studio could host productions as early as spring 2023.
The total investment for the project is $76 million, with the Quebec government contributing a $25 million loan. The project will create 110 jobs, according to the company.
The TVA Group subsidiary's project will enable it to stand out « even more » internationally, according to Quebecor president and CEO Pierre Karl Péladeau. In the past, MELS Studios has hosted several major productions, including chapters of the X-Men franchise. The next Transformers movie is shooting this summer in Montreal.
Péladeau insisted that local cultural productions would also benefit from the new facility, adding that the studio ensures foreign revenues and to showcase talent and maintain an industry of Quebec producers.
STUDIO SHORTAGE
The film industry is cramped in Montreal.
According to a report published last May by the Bureau du cinéma et de la télévision du Québec (BCTQ), there is a shortage of nearly 400,000 square feet of studio space.
With the addition of MELS 4, which will be 160,000 square feet, the company is filling part of the gap.
Carrier admitted that he has had to turn down contracts because of the lack of space, representing missed opportunities of « tens of millions of dollars, not only for MELS, but also for the Quebec economy. »
« Montreal's expertise is in high demand, » said Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante, who was present at the announcement.
She said she received great testimonials from « Netflix, Disney, HBO and company » during an economic mission to Los Angeles in 2019.
« What stands out is that they love Montreal because of its expertise, knowledge and beauty. We need more space, like MELS 4, » she said.
There is still not enough capacity in Quebec, acknowledged Minister of Finance, the Economy and Innovation Eric Girard.
« It is certain that the government is concerned about fairness and balance, so if other requests come in, we will study them with the same seriousness as we have studied this one, » he said.
Grandé Studios is the second-largest player in the industry. Last May, the company said it had expansion plans that should begin in 2022. Investissement Québec and Bell are minority shareholders in the company.
For its part, MELS will have 400,000 square feet of production space once MELS 4 is completed. The company employs 450 people in Quebec and offers a range of services including studio and equipment rentals, image and sound postproduction, visual effects and a virtual production platform.


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I sprained my ankle two months ago playing volleyball. I can hike on level surfaces, but side-to-side motion—typical of backpacking—hurts. I wear a lace-up cast when hiking. Should I stay off it, or use therapy and exercise to strengthen it?
Short answer: If it hurts, don't do it. Pain, in this case, means you need more healing time. My guess is you'll benefit from a regimen of ibuprofen, applications of cold, and using the ankle but not to the point of pain. As it strengthens, you can increase the work on the ankle, still stopping short of pain.
Two months, by the way, is not an unusual amount of time for a bad sprain to cause pain. Continued use of the lace-up is probably a good idea. If you don't see improvement, I suggest a visit to a therapist.