[241 U.S. 310, 311] Messrs. E. L. Worthington, W. D. Cochran, and Le Wright Browning for plaintiff in error.
Messrs. Allan D. Cole and H. W. Cole for defendant in error.
On January 22, 1911, plaintiff was in the employ of defendant and acting as head brakeman on train No. 95-a fast west-bound interstate freight train. When the [241 U.S. 310, 312] train reached a station called Springdale, about 6 miles east of Maysville, in Kentucky, the train engineer directed plaintiff to go to a nearby railway telephone, call up the operator, and ascertain the whereabouts of train No. 1, which was a fast west-bound passenger train; the object being to determine whether it was safe for No. 95 to proceed to Maysville ahead of it. Plaintiff was unable to understand the operator and so reported to the engineer. He then got into the cab of the locomotive and the train proceeded to the coal docks, about 1 mile east of Maysville and about 460 yards east of a telegraph station in a signal tower known as the F. G. cabin, where it stopped for coal and water. Plaintiff was directed by the engineer to go forward to F. G. cabin and ascertain from the operator the whereabouts of train No. 1. Plaintiff went to the tower, and was there advised that his train had time to reach Maysville. He immediately descended to the platform in front of the tower and beside the track, and saw that his train was approaching. He waited for it, and when it reached the platform he attempted to board the engine. He could not accurately judge the speed of the train, but it appeared to him to be going slowly enough for him to get aboard it. He caught hold of the grab iron and put one foot on the step, and then the speed of the train, combined with his weight, caused his foot to slip and loosened his hold, so that he fell beneath the wheels of the tender and his arm was cut off. He had been employed as brakeman for about six weeks, and before that had made two round trips over the road for the purpose of becoming acquainted with his duties. During the time of his employment he had frequently been called upon, under orders of the train engineer, to leave the train and go forward to signal towers for orders or information, and then mount the train as it came moving by. On the occasion of the accident the train was running about 12 miles per hour. [241 U.S. 310, 313] The case went to the jury under instructions making defendant's liability dependent upon whether the engineer, with knowledge of plaintiff's presence at the telegraph tower upon business connected with the operation of the train, and with knowledge of his purpose to board the train, negligently operated the train at such a rate of speed as to make plaintiff's attempt to board it unusually hazardous. There was a verdict for plaintiff and the resulting judgment was affirmed by the court of appeals of Kentucky. 159 Ky. 687, 167 S. W. 933.
It is insisted that, even conceding the train was operated at a negligent rate of speed in view of plaintiff's purpose to board it, yet he assumed the risk of injury involved in the attempt. The act of Congress, by making the carrier liable for an employee's injury 'resulting in whole or in part from the negligence of any of the officers, agents, or employees' of the carrier, abrogated the common-law rule known as the fellow-servant doctrine by placing the negligence of a coemployee upon the same basis as the negligence of the employer. At the same time, in saving the defense of assumption of risk in cases other than those where the violation by the carrier of a statute enacted for the safety of employees may contribute to the injury or death of an employee (Seaboard Air Line R. Co. v. Horton, 233 U.S. 492, 502 , 58 S. L. ed. 1062, 1069, L.R.A.1915C, 1, 34 Sup. Ct. Rep. 635, Ann. Cas. 1915B, 475, 8 N. C. C. A. 834), the act placed a coemployee's negligence, where it is the ground of the action, in the same relation as the employer's own negligence would stand [241 U.S. 310, 314] to the question whether a plaintiff is to be deemed to have assumed the risk.
On the facts of the case before us, therefore, plaintiff having voluntarily entered into an employment that required him on proper occasion to board a moving train, he assumed the risk of injury normally incident to that operation, other than such as might arise from the failure of the locomotive engineer to operate the train with due care to maintain a moderate rate of speed in order to enable plaintiff to board it without undue peril to himself. But plaintiff had the right to presume that the engineer would exercise reasonable care for his safety, and cannot be held to have assumed the risk attributable to the operation of the train at an unusually high and dangerous rate of speed, until made aware of the danger, unless the speed and the consequent danger were so obvious that an ordinarily careful person in his situation would have observed the one and appreciated the other. Gila Valley, G. & N. R. Co. v. Hall, 232 U.S. 94, 101 , 58 S. L. ed. 521, 534, 34 Sup. Ct. Rep. 229; Seaboard Air Line R. Co. v. Horton, 233 U.S. 492, 504 , 58 S. L. ed. 1062, 1070, L.R.A. 1915C, 1, 34 Sup. Ct. Rep. 635, Ann. Cas. 1915B, 475, 8 N. C. C. A. 834.
It is argued that, so far as the question of assumed risks is concerned, it makes no difference, in the case of a brakeman about to board a moving train, whether it is operated at a low or at a high rate of speed; that if the train is moving slowly the risk is an ordinary one, incident to the business of railroading; while if it is moving rapidly, the risk is open, obvious, and apparent. Were we to consider only extreme cases, such as were instanced in argument, the point might be conceded; that is, that mounting a train operated at 1 mile per hour is an ordinary risk, while mounting a train operated at 50 miles per hour presents a risk which, although extraordinary, is open, obvious, and apparent. But these extremes do not present an apt illustration. A speed very much below 50 miles would endanger the brakeman's safety, at the same time being much less apparent. If those operating the train [241 U.S. 310, 315] in question knew that plaintiff intended to board it at that point,-and the verdict is to that effect,-the jury was warranted in finding that plaintiff had a right to expect that the train would be moving at a moderate rate of speed such as would enable an ordinarily careful brakeman to get on with reasonable safety; and this upon the ground that, as head brakeman, plaintiff had the right-indeed, that it was his duty-to get upon the engine, since otherwise the train would be left without a head brakeman and the engineer without the information required for the safe operation of the train; and that plaintiff had no notice nor any opportunity to determine with reasonable certainty what the speed of the train was, or that it was too great for his safety, until the engine had practically reached him. It cannot be said, as matter of law, that a speed of 12 miles per hour would necessarily be obvious to him as a dangerous speed, before he made the attempt to board the train.
It is insisted that the true test is not whether the employee did, in fact, know the speed of the train and appreciate the danger, but whether he ought to have known and comprehended; whether, in effect, he ought to have anticipated and taken precautions to discover the danger. This is inconsistent with the rule repeatedly laid down and uniformly adhered to by this court. According to our decisions, the settled rule is not that it is the duty of an employee to exercise care to discover extraordinary dangers that may arise from the negligence of the employer or of those for whose conduct the employer is responsible, but that the employee may assume that the employer or his agents have exercised proper care with respect to his safety until notified to the contrary, unless the want of care and the danger arising from it are so obvious that an ordinarily careful person, under the circumstances, would observe and appreciate them. Ibid. [241 U.S. 310, 316] We conclude that there was no error in refusing to peremptorily instruct the jury to return a verdict in favor of defendant.
Error is assigned to the refusal of the trial court to instruct the jury as follows: That when plaintiff entered defendant's service as brakeman he assumed all the ordinary risks and hazards of that employment, and if the jury should believe from the evidence that his injuries were the natural and direct result of any of such risks or hazards, they must find for the defendant. The instruction thus requested was defective, and there was no error in refusing to give it in this form, since it embodied no definition of 'ordinary risks and hazards,' nor any qualification appropriate to the particular facts of the case. The gravamen of plaintiff's complaint, as developed at the trial, and the sole theory upon which the case was submitted to the jury, was that the negligence of the engineer in operating the train at an unduly high rate of speed created an unusual and extraordinary hazard. An instruction upon the question of assumption of risk, dealing solely with the ordinary hazards of the employment, and not pointing out that a different rule must be applied with respect to an extraordinary risk attributable to the engineer's negligence, would probably have confused and misled the jury.
Although the present action was based upon a Federal [241 U.S. 310, 317] statute, it was triable and tried in a state court; hence local rules of practice and procedure were applicable. Central Vermont R. Co. v. White, 238 U.S. 507, 511 , 59 S. L. ed. 1433, 1436, 35 Sup. Ct. Rep. 865, 9 N. C. C. A. 265; Minneapolis & St. L. R. Co. v. Bombolis, No. 478, this day decided [ 241 U.S. 211 , 60 L. ed. --, 36 Sup. Ct. Rep. 595]. The Kentucky court of appeals assumed for the purposes of the decision that the case was one where the trial court ought to have followed the local practice and prepared or directed the preparation of a proper instruction covering the question of assumption of risk; and it sustained the judgment only upon the ground that there was no question for the jury respecting it. Whether there was is a question of law, and of course, in this case, a Federal question; and since the court of appeals assumed to decide it, it is incumbent upon us to review the decision. North Carolina R. Co. v. Zachary, 233 U.S. 248, 257 , 58 S. L. ed. 591, 595, 34 Sup. Ct. Rep. 305, Ann. Cas. 1914C, 159.
We are unable to concur in the view that there was no question for the jury. Whether the risk was an extraordinary risk depended upon whether the speed of the train was greater than plaintiff reasonably might have anticipated; and this rested upon the same considerations that were determinative of the question of the engineer's negligence. If the jury should find, as in fact they did find, that the speed of the train was unduly great, so that the risk of boarding the engine was an extraordinary risk, the question whether plaintiff assumed it then depended upon whether he was aware that the speed was excessive, and appreciated the extraordinary danger; or, if not, then upon whether the undue speed and the consequent danger to him were so obvious that an ordinarily prudent person in his situation would have realized and appreciated them. The court of appeals reasoned that plaintiff's duties required him to be upon the passing train; that if he failed to board it he would be left behind; that he had a right to assume the engineer would run the train at a speed that would enable him to get on in safety; [241 U.S. 310, 318] that he was facing the train, which was going directly toward him; that, as a matter of common knowledge, one standing in that position cannot form an accurate judgment of its speed until it comes quite near to him; and that his opportunity to observe the speed was limited to the brief space of time that elapsed between the passing of the front end of the engine and the cab, where it was his purpose to get on; and the court determined that, under such circumstances, 'it is well-nigh impossible to tell the difference between a rate of from 4 to 6 miles an hour, when an ordinarily prudent brakeman might get on with reasonable safety, and a rate of from 10 to 12 miles an hour, when it would be dangerous for him to do so;' and that 'all the circumstances tend to show that knowledge of the speed of the train came to him so suddenly and unexpectedly that he did not have an opportunity to realize and appreciate the danger of getting on.' Conceding the force of the reasoning, we are bound to say that, in our opinion, it cannot be said, as matter of law, to be so incontrovertible that reasonable minds might not differ about the conclusion that should be reached. We therefore hold that the question of assumption of risk was one proper for submission to the jury, and, assuming, as the court assumed, that the local practice required the preparation of a proper instruction covering the topic, in the place of the defective instruction that was offered, there was error in affirming the judgment of the trial court.


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Trump's Bombing of Syria:
Self-Interest or Self-Sacrifice?
By Peter Schwartz / The Tyranny of Need / April 18, 2017 September 6, 2018
Here are some belated observations on President Trump's recent decision to launch cruise missiles against Syria in retaliation for its use of a deadly gas against its own citizens:
Americans generally applaud the decision. And it's an understandable, and laudable, response. It's a reaction to years of a foreign policy that dealt with our enemies by means of conciliation, apology and appeasement. So people are heartened when a president seems to be acting resolutely in confronting a loathsome tyrant. Attacking Syria's Assad is interpreted as a sign of strength, as a welcome act of American self-assertiveness. Trump is seen as forcefully defending America's interests.
But this is a serious misinterpretation. Bombing Syria is actually detrimental to our interests. Not because it upsets our relationship with Russia. Not because there was no prior approval from the United Nations. And not because of the shibboleth that "force is not a solution to global problems." Rather, it's because of the standard by which Trump chose to justify the use of force.
Trump took military action against the Assad government, despite often stating that he wouldn't, because he was distraught over pictures of the victims of the chemical weapons, particularly children. Trump did not suddenly determine that U.S. interests were being jeopardized; he simply felt a duty to alleviate the Syrians' suffering. As Secretary of State Rex Tillerson explained several days after the attack: "We rededicate ourselves to holding to account any and all who commit crimes against the innocents anywhere in the world."
In other words, if there is a conflict somewhere in the world, if warring factions are trying to impose their respective brands of oppression and are crushing innocent victims in the process, we will mitigate the destruction. This means that the basis for American involvement is not our self-interest, but the needs of others. It means that American wealth and America lives will be sacrificed for the sake of those in need. Plainly, this is not self-assertiveness, but selfless-assertiveness.
Syria poses little danger to the United States. But there are demonstrable threats to us elsewhere, such as from North Korea and Iran. A genuine act of self-assertiveness would be to eliminate those threats, which for a long time we have not only tolerated but actively abetted.
When a country's foreign policy rests on no clear principles—when it's an unpredictable and indecipherable hash of emotionalism, altruism and ad hoc machinations—when no firm guidelines exist to determine when we will or won't use force—then "red lines" sprout up everywhere. And if America has an obligation to take action against "any and all who commit crimes against the innocents anywhere in the world," then any failure to do so becomes evidence of weakness. If every evil committed by some vicious dictator is an assault against "America's interests," then inaction against such dictators shows a lack of will to uphold those "interests."
If, however, we had a principled foreign policy, our government would understand that politically Americans have only one fundamental interest: their freedom—and that our policymakers' sole task is to protect that freedom. When facing a situation like the one in Syria, therefore, they would morally condemn Assad's tyranny while remaining true to the principle that we use force only when the liberty of Americans is threatened. They would refuse to treat Americans as selfless servants to the needs of the world. And they would make sure to employ force decisively against those who actually threaten us.
For a full explication of a proper foreign policy and of the meaning of a free country's interests, see The Foreign Policy of Self-Interest: A Moral Ideal for America.♦♦
[This article was published at Huffington Post on April 19, 2017, under the title "Trump's Bombing of Syria: What's the Principle?"]
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Massive Theatre Company, also called Massive or Massive Company, is a professional theatre company in Auckland, New Zealand.

The company was formed in 1990 by Samantha Scott, out of what had previously been Maidment Youth Theatre at the University of Auckland.

In 2004, the company took The Sons of Charlie Paora by Lennie James to the Royal Court Theatre in London.

Through productions like The Sons of Charlie Paora and 2015's The Brave, the company has "brought challenging topics affecting young Polynesians to the stage". It has also provided career development for actors such as Anapela Polataivao and Beulah Koale.

Production history
In 2011, the company produced the world premiere of a commissioned play by Lennie James, Havoc in the Garden. The play, directed by Sam Scott, was performed at three Auckland venues, the Herald Theatre at the Aotea Centre, Mangere Arts Centre and Takapuna's Pumphouse.

In 2017, the company's The Wholehearted was nominated for the Excellence Award in Ensemble Performance at the Wellington Theatre Awards. The Wholehearted was created as a celebration of Massive Theatre Company's 25th anniversary in 2016. The play was directed by Sam Scott and Scotty Cotter, and featured a cast of seven: Bree Peters, Renee Lyons, Kura Forrester, Pat Tafa, Denyce Su'a, Theo David and Villa Lemanu. It played at Mangere Arts Centre, Q Theatre Loft and Herald Theatre in Auckland, Hannah Playhouse in Wellington and Iona College in Hawkes Bay between March 2016 and September 2017.

In 2018, the company produced Sightings by Fiona Graham, Miriama McDowell and Denyce Su'a.

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Antonio Conte will be officially unveiled as the new Chelsea manager next week, and there is no doubt the Italian is going to have his work cut out right from Day 1. With Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho joining Manchester clubs United and City respectively, the 2016/17 edition of the Premier League is set to be the most high-profile one ever.
The Blues have begun their activity in the transfer window, by splashing over £30 million to sign Belgian forward Michy Batshuayi from Olympique Marseille. The 2014/15 champions finished in 10th position last season, and there is still a lot to do before their campaign begins on August 15.
There have been quite a few big names linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, with N'Golo Kante and Alvaro Morata featuring with regularity. While Chelsea's midfield and strikeforce could still do with some improvement, it is their backline that must be addressed on a top-priority basis. The defence leaked 53 goals in their 38 league games last season, a number which is far far too high for a team looking to challenge for the top honours.
With Italy at Euro 2016, Conte forged one of the most difficult sides to play against. The Azzurri had an extremely ordinary-looking side on paper, but the manager's tactical prowess and practicality-based winning mentality saw them reach the quarter-finals, where they fell to World Champions Germany on penalties. The cornerstone for this success was the brilliantly stubborn back 4. Conte used the exact same personnel he did to achieve huge success at Juventus, playing three at the back with Andrea Barzagli, Leonardo Bonucci and Giorgio Chiellini. Behind them in goal was the seemingly ever-present Gianluigi Buffon, who went past an incredible 160-cap mark during the tournament. It is clear that Conte has huge confidence in his quartet at the back, and trusts them to go out and do the job.
The Blues do have some extremely talented ball-playing centre-backs who will fit the Conte mold. Kurt Zouma and John Terry are both very calm and composed passers from the back, while loanees Papy Djilobodjy and Andreas Christensen are similarly adept. Add to that the fact that Barzagli and Chiellini are 35 and 32 respectively this year, and you come to the conclusion that Conte will not go out and try to replicate the exact same Italian defence.
Bonucci though, is certainly a player Chelsea and Conte should be targeting. The 29 year-old is one of the most level-headed defenders in the world today, and it is no wonder that his performances in France are attracting a lot of attention. The Guardian reported today that Manchester City are willing to spend an incredible £51 million to bring the Italian to the Etihad Stadium. Guardiola is said to be a huge fan, and it is hardly surprising to see why.
The prospect of being re-united Conte could lure Bonucci to Stamford Bridge. The club must do everything possible to seal the deal and keep him away from any of their Premier League rivals. Here are 3 reasons why he is a perfect fit at Chelsea:
1) He fits any formation
It remains to be seen whether Conte adopts the 3-5-2 system, which brought him so much success with Juventus and Italy, at Chelsea. There is a good chance he may not, seeing that it is a discipline that takes a while to drill in. Considering his preference for two strikers, it is more likely that he goes with a modified version of the 4-4-2. Whatever formation he decides to field, having a tactically-aware and technically-sound centre-back like Bonucci is never a bad thing. He'll fit into any system.
2) Chelsea need big improvements at the back
Neither Gary Cahill nor John Terry is the fastest defender in the world, and while the latter's positional sense gets him out of jail most of the times, the former gets caught out far too often. Zouma suffered a terrible knee injury last season and it remains to be seen if the player that returns has the same level of speed and strength as the one before. Simply put, Chelsea need to buy a world-class centre-half ahead of next season. John Stones from Everton and Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli have also been mentioned as targets, but Bonucci is undoubtedly the man to get.
3) The Italian connection has always worked at Chelsea
Now this may be a bit too romantic to be a solid reason to splash over £40 million on a single human being, but it is one that the fans will certainly consider. Chelsea have had a long and memorable history with Italians. Gianluca Vialli was a fan-favourite both as a player and a manager, Gianfranco Zola is widely considered to be the Blues' greatest ever player, Claudio Ranieri still remains a darling at Stamford Bridge, Carlo Ancelotti forged together the most entertaining Chelsea side in recent memory and last but not the least, Robert Di Matteo followed up on a stellar playing career at the club to become the first and only man (so far) to lead the club to the Champions League title. It is therefore no surprise that Conte's arrival is being awaited with so much excitement among the Blues' faithful. Adding another prized Italian to the ranks in Bonucci would only add to that wave of optimism.
Do you think Leonardo Bonucci is the perfect fit for Chelsea, or should the club pursue someone else? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.


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Blackbucks were introduced to Argentina and the USA. Blackbucks generally live on open plains and open woodlands in herds of five to 50 animals with one dominant male.
They are very fast. Speeds of more than 80 km/h (50 mph) have been recorded. They are primarily grazers and avoid forested areas. They require water every day and may move long distances in search of water and forage in summer. Usually, they feed during the day. Their diet consists mostly of grasses. The Indian Blackbuck is considered to be the second fastest in the world next to the Cheetah.
The blackbuck is a medium size antelope, which is sexually dimorphic. The males at birth are brown without horns. However, with secretion of sexual hormone, males develop a pair of corkscrew horns and their body color changes to elegant black. The normal lifespan of a Blackbuck is about 12 to 15 years. The average weight of an adult male is 75-110 pounds with horns averaging a length of 14-18 inches. The blackbuck also has unique white rings around its eyes.
Antelopes are animals brought from India perfectly adapted to the large areas of our country. They move in herds and their main defense is their eyesight and also, their escape velocity. Males develop antlers spiral that can reach 60 centimeters. Their weight can reach 50 kilograms and are black on its back and white on his abdomen. Females are born brown and in maturity are light brown.
It is a hunt that requires a delicate approach and a shot from at least 150 meters away.
The season is all year round. The best time to hunt them is during the breeding season in late summer and fall.
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Our chef will offer typical meals of the area, like traditional Argentine barbecue, empanadas and locro (traditional regional stew) are included. He will also use our delicious synergetic recipes so that the hunter may taste the best pieces of the species obtained during the journey. The meals will be served with the best wines of the region and home-made desserts.


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PREPARATION AND EVALUATION OF POLYMERIC NANOPARTICLES OF GLIBENCLAMIDE
Anup Naha Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal- 576104, Karnataka, India
Kiran Sai Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal- 576104, Karnataka, India
Ikya Rai Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal- 576104, Karnataka, India
Bhavisha Vora Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal- 576104, Karnataka, India
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P Kartika Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal- 576104, Karnataka, India
DOI https://doi.org/10.22270/jddt.v4i5.982
Simple, reliable and reproducible method was used for the preparation of polymeric nanoparticles of Glibenclamide. The formulation was prepared by solvent evaporation method using magnetic stirrer with overnight stirring and the same was then evaluated for its particle size, drug content and in vitro dissolution studies. The above mentioned method showed similar particle size and exhibited an improvement in the drug entrapment efficiency. The ultraviolet spectrophotometric method was used to analyze Glibenclamide at 300 nm in different buffers. The study demonstrated the successful preparation of sustained release polymeric nanoparticles of Glibenclamide.
Keywords: Glibenclamide, polymeric nanoparticles, solvent evaporation
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Luis Fonsi to sing at Da Nang summer fest next month
Puerto Rican artist Luis Fonsi, the star behind last year's summer anthem "Despacito," will perform at a musical festival in Da Nang in central Vietnam next month.
Puerto Rican artist Luis Fonsi sings in a concert. (Photo by AFP)
Organizers said that Cocofest 2018 music festival, held July 6th-7th, will feature a roster of international and domestic artists, most of who are yet to be announced.
The event, which will include street dancing, camping and many other activities, is expected to attract over 30,000 visitors.
"We will bring you a true music festival experience," said Viet Tu, director of Cocofest 2018. He said the event also aims to boost Da Nang's tourism profile.
Luis Fonsi, born Luis Alfonso Rodríguez López-Cepero, took the music industry by storm with his Latin pop song "Despacito" sung in collaboration with fellow Puerto Rican artist Daddy Yankee.
The music video had garnered 5.2 billion views on YouTube as of June 6th, breaking the record for most-viewed Youtube video in history.
The previous record-holder was another music video "See You Again" by American artist Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth, which was at 3.5 billion views as of June 6th.
"Despacito," translated into English as "Slowly," snatched four Latin Grammy Awards for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Urban Fusion/ Performance and Best Short Form Music video last year. It was also ranked the fifth best Latin song of all time by New York-based entertainment media brand Billboard last year.
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package model

import (
	"net/url"
	"reflect"
	"strconv"

	"go-common/library/time"

	"github.com/siddontang/go-mysql/mysql"
)

// TVEpContent reprensents the content table
type TVEpContent struct {
	ID        int64  `form:"id" params:"id" validate:"required"`
	CID       int    `form:"cid" params:"cid" gorm:"column:cid" validate:"required"`
	SeasonID  int64  `form:"season_id" params:"season_id" validate:"required"`
	Title     string `form:"title" params:"title"`
	LongTitle string `form:"long_title" params:"long_title"`
	Cover     string `form:"cover" params:"cover"`
	Length    int32  `form:"length" params:"length"`
	Order     int    `form:"order" params:"order" validate:"required"`
	PayStatus int    `form:"pay_status" validate:"required" gorm:"-"`
	Desc      string `form:"desc" gorm:"-"`
	IsDeleted int8
	Ctime     time.Time
	Mtime     time.Time
}

// TVEpSeason represents the season table
type TVEpSeason struct {
	ID          int64     `form:"id" json:"id" params:"id" validate:"required" gorm:"column:id"`
	OriginName  string    `form:"origin_name" json:"origin_name" params:"origin_name" validate:"required"`
	Title       string    `form:"title" json:"title" params:"title"`
	Alias       string    `form:"alias" json:"alias" params:"alias"`
	Category    int       `form:"category" json:"category" params:"category" validate:"required" gorm:"column:category"`
	Desc        string    `form:"desc" json:"desc" params:"desc"`
	Style       string    `form:"style" json:"style" params:"style"`
	Area        string    `form:"area" json:"area" params:"area"`
	PlayTime    time.Time `form:"play_time" json:"play_time" params:"play_time" validate:"required"`
	Info        int       `form:"info" json:"info" params:"info" validate:"required"`
	State       string    `form:"state" json:"state" validate:"required" params:"state"`
	TotalNum    string    `form:"total_num" json:"total_num" params:"total_num" validate:"required"`
	Upinfo      string    `form:"upinfo" json:"upinfo" params:"upinfo"`
	Staff       string    `form:"staff" json:"staff" params:"staff"`
	Role        string    `form:"role" json:"role" params:"role"`
	Copyright   string    `form:"copyright" json:"copyright" params:"copyright"`
	Cover       string    `form:"cover" json:"cover" params:"cover" gorm:"column:cover"`
	Check       int       `json:"check"`
	IsDeleted   int       `json:"is_deleted"`
	AuditTime   int       `json:"audit_time"`
	Valid       int       `json:"valid"`
	Reason      string    `json:"reason"`
	Version     string    `json:"version" form:"version"`   // v1.13 new fields, movie, OVA or normal
	Producer    string    `json:"producer" form:"producer"` // v1.13 new fields, BBC, CCTV etc
	AliasSearch string    `json:"alias_search" form:"alias_search"`
	Brief       string    `json:"brief" form:"brief"`
	Status      string    `json:"status" form:"status"`
}

// SeaRepoCore def.
type SeaRepoCore struct {
	ID         int64     `json:"id" params:"id"`
	OriginName string    `json:"origin_name" params:"origin_name"`
	Title      string    `json:"title" params:"title"`
	Alias      string    `json:"alias" params:"alias"`
	Category   int8      `json:"category" params:"category"`
	Desc       string    `json:"desc" params:"desc"`
	Style      string    `json:"style" params:"style"`
	Area       string    `json:"area" params:"area"`
	Info       int8      `json:"info" params:"info"`
	State      int8      `json:"state" params:"state"`
	TotalNum   int32     `json:"total_num" params:"total_num"`
	Upinfo     string    `json:"upinfo" params:"upinfo"`
	Staff      string    `json:"staff" params:"staff"`
	Role       string    `json:"role" params:"role"`
	Copyright  string    `json:"copyright" params:"copyright"`
	Cover      string    `json:"cover" params:"cover" gorm:"column:cover"`
	Check      int8      `json:"check"`
	IsDeleted  int8      `json:"is_deleted"`
	AuditTime  int       `json:"audit_time"`
	Ctime      time.Time `json:"ctime"`
	Valid      int8      `json:"valid"`
	InjectTime time.Time `json:"inject_time"`
	Reason     string    `json:"reason"`
}

// SeaRepoDB def.
type SeaRepoDB struct {
	SeaRepoCore
	PlayTime time.Time `gorm:"column:play_time"`
	Mtime    time.Time `json:"mtime"`
}

// SeaRepoList def.
type SeaRepoList struct {
	SeaRepoCore
	Mtime   string `json:"mtime"`
	Pubdate string `json:"pubdate"`
}

// ToList transforms a SeaRepoDB to list, time transformation
func (v *SeaRepoDB) ToList() (list *SeaRepoList) {
	list = &SeaRepoList{
		SeaRepoCore: v.SeaRepoCore,
	}
	list.Mtime = v.Mtime.Time().Format(mysql.TimeFormat)
	list.Pubdate = v.PlayTime.Time().Format(mysql.TimeFormat)
	return
}

// TableName gives the table name of content
func (*TVEpContent) TableName() string {
	return "tv_ep_content"
}

// TableName gives the table name of season
func (*TVEpSeason) TableName() string {
	return "tv_ep_season"
}

// TableName gives the table name of season
func (v *SeaRepoDB) TableName() string {
	return "tv_ep_season"
}

// SeasonRepoPager def.
type SeasonRepoPager struct {
	TotalCount int64          `json:"total_count"`
	Pn         int            `json:"pn"`
	Ps         int            `json:"ps"`
	Items      []*SeaRepoList `json:"items"`
}

// Updated picks value from request and compare with the struct to analyse the difference
func (sn TVEpSeason) Updated(req url.Values) (fields map[string]interface{}) {
	var (
		vl = reflect.ValueOf(sn)
		tp = reflect.TypeOf(sn)
	)
	fields = make(map[string]interface{})
	for i := 0; i < vl.NumField(); i++ {
		var (
			t    = tp.Field(i)
			v    = vl.Field(i)
			name = t.Tag.Get("json")
		)
		if reqV := req.Get(name); reqV != "" {
			if kind := t.Type.Kind(); kind == reflect.Int || kind == reflect.Int64 {
				if v.Int() != atoi(reqV) {
					fields[name] = atoi(reqV)
				}
			} else {
				if v.String() != reqV {
					fields[name] = reqV
				}
			}
		}
	}
	return
}

// ToContent transforms an ep to content object
func (epc *TVEpContent) ToContent(isInit bool) (res *Content) {
	res = &Content{
		Title:     epc.LongTitle,
		Subtitle:  epc.Title,
		Desc:      epc.Desc,
		Cover:     epc.Cover,
		SeasonID:  int(epc.SeasonID),
		CID:       epc.CID,
		EPID:      int(epc.ID),
		PayStatus: epc.PayStatus,
	}
	if isInit {
		res.State = 1
	}
	return
}

func atoi(value string) (intval int64) {
	intval, err := strconv.ParseInt(value, 10, 64)
	if err != nil {
		intval = 0
	}
	return intval
}

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Car Insurance-Why Is It Important? Every car owner should purchase an insurance for their car. Nowadays, a lot of people have cars and this is why there are so many cars on the streets on a daily basis. Car accidents is the top reason why people get injured or worse die. Speeding cars or driving with intoxication can cause the lives of other people or even the person that is driving the car. This the reason why every car owner should get car insurance. If your car is insured then the insurance company will cover any kind of damages in your car. There are some states that require every car owner to get insurance for their car. Even if you did not cause the car accident you will still be facing actions if you do not have car insurance. If you are not insured then you will be required to surrender your license, your vehicle will be impounded and pay the fine. Aside from the legal requirements, having your car insured will really benefit you and eliminate any financial responsibilities in case you have an accident. You will also be protected in case your car gets vandalized or stole. This is really necessary especially if you live in an area that is prone to to theft and vandalism.
There are plenty of reliable car insurance companies that offer the best car insurance deals. Reliable car insurance companies provides different kinds of offers to their first time clients and even to their loyal clients.
Before selecting an insurance company, you need to research on it first so that you can really get the best car insurance deal. Do not just choose an insurance company just because of their rates of the company. Select a car insurance company that has the best coverage. When you have car insurance then you will not be financially responsible for any damages or bills that will happen when you are part of a vehicular accident. The insurance company will be responsible in paying for all of the cost of the damages and even the medical bills. Even if you are a cautious driver, you still are not sure if other drivers are, so it is important that you and even your family are safe in case you get hit by another car. You will usually receive compensation from the car insurance if another person caused the car accident. It is really important to have insurance for your car, but you need to choose the best insurance company that will offer the best insurance deal.


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ICAST Announces Partnership with Pepco
The Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco), an electric utility based out of Washington DC, has awarded ICAST a three-year contract to implement its new energy efficiency program for low-income multifamily housing in the District of Columbia.
ICAST will focus on deep retrofit measures such as energy-efficient heat-pump HVAC and hot water upgrades to maximize savings. Income qualified properties with three or more apartments can receive Pepco's cash incentives for energy-saving products installed throughout the property, including common areas and inside residents' units.
For the full blog post, click here.
Green Electricity To Become World's Largest Power Source in Five Years, Displacing Coal
Global renewable electricity installation will reach a record this year, according to the International Energy Agency. The IEA report said roughly 90% of new electricity generation in 2020 will be renewable, with just 10% powered by gas and coal. The trend puts green electricity on track to become the largest power source in 2025, displacing coal, which has dominated globally for the past 50 years.
By 2025, renewables are expected to supply one-third of the world's electricity. "Renewable power is defying the difficulties caused by the pandemic, showing robust growth while others fuels struggle," said Fatih Birol, the IEA's executive director.
ICAST's Kimberly Bridgers Organizes Successful Food Drive for Holiday Season
ICAST's very own Kimberly Bridgers partnered up with the local Action Center in late November to organize a food drive. After delivering them a successful haul, she decided to not only team up with the action center, but also There with Care to create a sock and cereal drive.
Kimberly's excitement about the projects is very easy to see. About the sock and cereal drive she said, "I brought a bin to my gym and they filled it up, so along with 2 filled bins from the office, a box of face masks, and few cash donations we did pretty good! THANK YOU TO EVERYONE AT ICAST!!! Feels good to be a non-profit and to give back - doesn't it!!!! Yehaw!!!"
US Central Bank Says Climate Poses Stability Risks
The US Federal Reserve for the first time called out climate change among risks enumerated in its biannual financial stability report, and warned about the potential for abrupt changes in asset values in response to a warming planet. "Acute hazards, such as storms, floods, or wildfires, may cause investors to update their perceptions of the value of real or financial assets suddenly," Fed Governor Lael Brainard said in comments attached to the report, released last week.
Such abrupt price changes from climate-related disasters could also create difficult-to-predict knock-on effects through financial markets, the report said, particularly because not enough is understood, or disclosed, about the true extent of exposures to climate risks.
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How AI-Driven Cybersecurity Drastically Impacts Our Lives
AI has remarkably disrupted the cybersecurity profession and helped thwart some of the most vicious cyberattacks.
Sean Mallon
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Artificial intelligence is a form of technology that is drastically changing our lives. We have talked extensively about the benefits of using AI for marketing, gaming, financial analysis and many other applications. One of the most impactful ways that AI impacts our lives is by improving our cybersecurity technology.
The Role of AI in Cybersecurity TechnologyWhat does cybersecurity protect us from? What are the threats that cybercriminals pose?What are the methods of protection that cybersecurity uses to keep us safe from these threats that cybercriminals pose?
Sridhar Muppidi, CTO of IBM Security, created a very insightful video about the benefits of AI in the field of cybersecurity. It highlights some of the most significant reasons that AI is changing the field of cybersecurity.
The Role of AI in Cybersecurity Technology
Cybersecurity is a very important part of modern-day life. It's no exaggeration to say that without it, society would have problems functioning. It protects many things, from our phones and sensitive data to our nation's security and economy. Cybersecurity is what stops cybercriminals from stealing your data, taking your money or your identity to make a profit, or take down a business.
It is threats like these that make cybercrime such a scary concept. Cybercriminals can choose to target anyone, from a famous, tech-savvy youth to a defenseless older woman who is making one of her first purchases online.
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Fortunately, there are a number of ways that AI technology can help address cybersecurity risks. There are a lot of compelling reasons that many businesses are investing in AI technology.
It seems that the more vulnerable you are, the more likely you are to be targeted. This makes ignorance regarding cybersecurity and the methods hackers commonly use very dangerous, not only to your own livelihood but to everyone you're connected to. The good news is that there are a lot of ways to mitigate these risks by using AI technology, such as with fraud scoring, automating the removal of rogue users and constant monitoring of internal resources.
This is why you need to not only know what cybersecurity is, but you also need to know how AI-driven cybersecurity protects against. Understanding the importance of systems such as xdr security and OPSEC (operational security) and how they benefit businesses can have a very healthy impact on the way you use your technology and the way you protect it. They typically rely on some of the most sophisticated AI algorithms to ward off cyber attacks.
However, the threat of cybercrime is dramatically evolving, so even with all of these precautionary measures, there is still a possibility of a cyber-attack. Even if the worst does occur, a cybersecurity team that is equipped with the latest AI technology can help with the recovery time after a data breach to stop other hackers from getting in and stealing data using the pathway that the other cybercriminal used. This can help your business back on its feet quickly and return to 'business as usual' as soon as possible.
What does cybersecurity protect us from? What are the threats that cybercriminals pose?
Cybersecurity protects us from a range of different attacks, especially when AI technology is used to fortify their defenses. Cyberattacks come in all shapes and sizes, but all of them are dangerous and can leave irreparable scars on a business' reputations or someone's finances. It protects us from malware or other malicious software from getting into our laptops via an encrypted link or download by using anti-malware programs.
These are in common use (there is probably one working on whatever device you are reading this on) and act as a wall between your computer's software or your network and a virus. It stops the virus from getting in and stops your data from ending upin the wrong hands.It also protects from spyware and Trojans, which are types of malware that cybercriminals use for purposes like accessing our cameras to spy on us and collect footage to use as blackmail.
On a much wider scale, cybersecurity also protects us from threats against national security. Larger cybercriminals will often target local state governments, healthcare institutions such as hospitals, and the government. This is also known (probably for obvious reasons) as critical infrastructure security. They often have AI tools of their own, but cybersecurity professionals can usually thwart them by using predictive analytics and machine learning tools that can fight them off.
Much closer to home, cybercrime can also harm us on a far more personal and intimate level. This is generally done through social engineering methods, such as phishing. This helps hackers get sensitive information by posing as a brand or person the target trusts through sending encrypted links through scam emails. They may also try to get your bank details through scam calls which involve contacting the target and posing as a billing company.
What are the methods of protection that cybersecurity uses to keep us safe from these threats that cybercriminals pose?
As mentioned above, things such as anti-malware programs and business continuity procedures are common ways in which cybersecurity helps protect our technology from hackers. The latest malware protection tools rely on complex AI algorithms to work efficiently. However, there are other ways they protect against cybercriminals.
This can be through software called OPSEC, which is an abbreviation for operational security. This analyses data that is exiting the network that might be seen as a potential way to obtain sensitive data on someone who is using the network. This can be individual pieces of data or smaller snippets of information that could be grouped together to make it easier for a hacker to get into the system.
Cybersecurity protects your network's security by making sure that no one without granted permissions can get into the networking software that you use, so they cannot see what is leaving or entering your devices via a network. This kind of infiltration can be a serious threat, especially if you're purchasing something online, as then you have just given your bank card details to someone who has malicious intent without even realizing it.
TAGGED: AI-driven cybersecurity, data-driven cyberattacks
Sean Mallon March 7, 2021
By Sean Mallon
Sean is a freelance writer and big data expert. He loves to write on big data, analytics and predictive analytics.
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Home NewsBusiness & Orgs	Julie Oliff Becomes New GM of St. Regis Residences, Rye
Julie Oliff Becomes New GM of St. Regis Residences, Rye
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The St. Regis Residences, Rye Announces Appointment of Julie Oliff as General Manager
– The St. Regis Residences, Rye, a collection of exquisitely appointed condominium residences featuring luxurious amenities and services that reflect the St. Regis brand's incomparable quality and sophistication, has announced the appointment of Julie Oliff as General Manager.
Oliff brings to her new position more than 13 years of leadership experience at prestigious luxury resorts. She most recently served as Director of Operations for The St Regis Residence Club in Aspen, Colorado, where her responsibilities included managing 25 residences, more than 250 owners, HOA management and Board relations. Her career also spans roles in spa, recreation and leisure programming. She has held positions as Spa Director of Remède Spa at The St Regis Aspen, rated the number one spa in the world by Travel + Leisure; Recreation Director at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel & Residence Club in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands; Spa Director at The Ritz-Carlton Club in Aspen Highlands, Aspen; and Spa Manager at The Spa at The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Oliff has an international upbringing, growing up in Lausanne, Switzerland, and attending the University of St Andrews in the United Kingdom.
"We are delighted to welcome Julie as General Manager of The St. Regis Residences, Rye. Her extensive background and expertise in luxury resort living perfectly aligns with the unparalleled quality of the St. Regis brand and our exceptional property," said Alan Weissman, Principal of Alfred Weissman Real Estate, the developer of The St. Regis Residences, Rye.
"The St. Regis brand has profound roots in New York, from our beginning on 55th and 5th in New York City, to our founder, John Jacob Astor's deep attraction to nature in the Adirondacks," said Oliff. "It is fitting that our very first standalone St. Regis Residences be so close to the original St. Regis – and it is incredibly exciting to be a part of this history. I look forward to meeting our owners and welcoming them home to what St. Regis is known for around the world: The Best Address."
Located at 120 Old Post in Rye, New York, The St. Regis Residences, Rye is attracting purchasers from surrounding communities including Rye, Harrison, Scarsdale, Bronxville, Greenwich, and New York City. Not only do these purchasers wish to "right-size" their lifestyles, but they also want to remain close to their lifelong community and near family and friends. The Residences are also attracting purchasers who have second and third homes in Florida and elsewhere in the U.S.
The St. Regis Residences, Rye will be the world's first St. Regis Residences property to operate without a hotel. Situated on seven beautifully landscaped acres, The St. Regis Residences, Rye offers one- to four-bedroom residences in five inter-connected buildings. This unique development will feature gated entrances, lushly manicured gardens, a large central courtyard, walking paths, a grand drive court entrance with porte cochere, and an underground, heated garage.
Under Oliff's experienced leadership and guidance, residents of The St. Regis Residences, Rye will experience exceptional, bespoke services provided by a Marriott International-trained St. Regis staff seeing to every detail. These services include the signature St. Regis butler service, a 24-hour concierge, full-time property management, valet parking, package and mail delivery, and doorman and porter services.
Residences are priced from $1,065,000. At least one resident per home must be over the age of 55. Occupancy of the first residences is expected in late 2020.
For inquiries, please contact the Sales Gallery at (914) 305-1882 or visit SRResidencesRye.com.
The St. Regis Residences, Rye are not owned, developed or sold by Marriott International, Inc. or its affiliates ("Marriott"). OPRA III, LLC uses the St. Regis marks under a license from Marriott, which has not confirmed the accuracy of any of the statements or representations made herein. All of the services, amenities, benefits and discounts made available to residential owners are subject to change, replacement, modification or discontinuance. Fees may apply. The complete offering terms are in an offering plan available from Sponsor File No. CD18-0365. PER LOCAL ZONING REGULATIONS, ONE RESIDENT PER CONDOMINIUM MUST BE AT LEAST 55 YEARS OF AGE, AND NO RESIDENT MAY BE UNDER THE AGE OF 18. Additional details are available in the offering plan
About Alfred Weissman Real Estate
With its focus on quality construction and timely completion, Alfred Weissman Real Estate (AWRE) has earned the trust and confidence of civic and business leaders through its professionalism, high corporate standards and personal commitment to quality projects. Founded by Alfred Weissman in 1983, AWRE is located in Harrison, NY and employs a staff with expertise in real estate investment, management, and development. The AWRE portfolio includes retail, office and industrial properties as well as student housing and hotels.
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All our nutritional therapy courses are credit-rated by the University of Greenwich and accredited by the Nutritional Therapy Education Commission (NTEC).
Established over 17 years ago, BCNH is known for its academic and clinical excellence, with an evidence-based curriculum delivered by highly respected lecturers, experts in their field.
BCNH is a leader in Nutritional Therapy education, offering the highest calibre Level 6 Diploma in Nutritional Therapy courses.
Committed to the highest standards of educational excellence, BCNH is unique in dedicating Year 4 to clinical practice, which ensures our students graduate with unrivalled skills for a successful career in Nutritional Therapy.
A tailor-made course designed to prepare you for further studies on the Level 6 Diploma in Nutritional Therapy.
BCNH Level 6 Diploma courses are designed for candidates who desire a high quality education but do not necessarily have the time or financial resources to commit to a full programme.
Our short courses are designed for the general public and cover a range of nutrition topics. These courses do not lead to a formal qualification but are designed for general interest and as tasters for our Diploma courses.
All BCNH courses are designed with flexibility in mind. Most of our students complete their studies alongside work or family commitments, therefore we use the latest technology to help ensure our students can study at a time convenient to them. Students can choose to attend classes in person, join live online or watch recordings in their own time.
Where & when lectures are held?
BCNH lectures are held at University College London's Bloomsbury Campus and take place at weekends. All lectures and seminars are live-streamed and recorded for students who are online learners.
To apply for one of our courses, you need to have an interview with a member of the BCNH Academic Board first. You can find the interview form here.
We recognise that juggling degree-level studies with other commitments is challenging and we ensure that all our students are supported from the very beginning. For example, each BCNH student is allocated a personal tutor, who provides academic and pastoral support. Each academic year is also overseen by a Programme Leader who provides an additional level of support when required. BCNH also run a mentoring programme, pairing students in different years, which allows students to share experiences and learn from one another.
As both the Diploma in Nutritional Therapy in Nutritional Therapy are accredited by NTEC, our graduates can apply for fast-track entry to the professional register held by the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) which is supported by the Department of Health.
Breda is responsible for the smooth running of the college and overseeing curriculum development and quality control. As owner of the college Breda is also responsible for staff, management, finances, legal issues, etc.
Beverley is responsible for all academic issues related to the Level 4, 5 & 6 of Diploma programmes and as such she oversees all academic tutors and the Programme Leaders.
Magdalena is responsible for managing academic issues related to Year 1 (eg course assignments, seminar preparation, quiz preparation and monitoring, providing academic support to tutors etc). She is also responsible for the smooth running of the Science Foundation Course (SFC).
Isabel is responsible for managing academic issues related to Year 2 (eg course assignments, seminar preparation, quiz preparation and monitoring, providing academic support to tutors etc).
Sam's role as Senior Clinical Tutor is to manage the Year 4 Clinical programme and meet with student practitioners on a regular basis to monitor and discuss their progress throughout Year 4.
Melanie works closely with students and with all members of the academic team. In addition to general administrative duties, she is responsible for organising the Year 4 clinic, running the online learning platform (Moodle) and responding to queries from potential students.
Dr Adam Collins completed a BSc (Hons) in Nutrition and Biochemistry before successfully completing an MSc in Nutrition and Metabolism at the University of Aberdeen. He then went on to complete a PhD in Nutrition, concentrating on nutritional assessment in health and disease.
Carol is a registered nutritional therapist with an honours degree in biochemistry and a Master's in microbiology. She has been a Chartered Biologist since 1986 and has two decades of experience in bioscience research, diagnostics and medical technology.
Professor in Chemistry at the University of Surrey, where he lectures on Analytical Chemistry and Scientific Communication. Professor Ward's main research areas have been the study of heavy metal pollution from motorways in many countries around the world since 1973.
Benjamin is an Australian trained Naturopath with a range of educational, clinical and technical experience. During his career, Benjamin has lectured for thousands of health care professionals internationally, taught in various colleges, worked in technical research and maintained a clinical practice.
Lorraine is a qualified university teacher and has developed and taught on a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate nutrition and health-related degree programmes, including at the University of West London and Greenwich University.
If you are looking for an interesting and challenging course in Nutrition, look no further! The course is scientifically and medically based - keeping you informed of the latest research and findings. Highly recommended!
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