Android is as of now driving the universe of cell phones. It is making things less demanding for shoppers as well as opening new roads for developers and devotees. Applications are the heart of this present Google's open source stage. These are giving a simplicity to the masses. Also, for some developers, these are the main wellspring of bread and margarine. Here — as opposed to explaining what applications can do — we are posting main five must-have Android app developers can introduce to make themselves more intelligent.
Google Keep is a note-taking app. As its name suggests, Keep allows you to keep all your important notes right on your device. This means that this app can be your companion in noting down some codes on the go. You can likewise include photographs or get some screenshots or even record voice takes note of that can be deciphered at a later stage. Notwithstanding essentially holding your notes, the application gives you an approach to arrange data with some vivid names and even add suggestions to your agendas.
One of the main advantages of Google Keep is its cross-platform availability and real-time synchronisation. You don't need to worry about your precious notes even when you switch from an iOS device to an Android one.
After Google Keep, the next app that we are mentioning here is again a Google product. It's Google Drive. This app gives you access to a cloud storage where you can save any of your personal files in addition to notes and photos. The documents that are spared in Drive utilizing an Android gadget can without much of a stretch be gotten to straightforwardly through different gadgets. Also, there is Google look backing to let you rapidly locate your destitute thing from a broad gathering.
Google Drive is a must-have app if you're a developer. It is quite helpful for storing your files as well as lets you involve your developer friends to complete your projects at a faster pace.
Apart from Google, Intel is also in the race to make things easier and smarter for Android users. There is a free-to-download Intel App Preview that allows you to preview your Intel XDK-based apps directly on your Android device. The application itself depends on Apache Cordova 3.5 and comes packaged with devices, for example, Cordova Plugin APIs, Intel XDK Plugin APIs and Intel App Security Plugin APIs.
You can use Intel App Preview if you're already involved in some developments related to XDK that the chip maker launched to enable hybrid mobile app development. It additionally offers features like remote debugging and a live layout editing interface to ease your progress.
It is often quite hard to find developer settings on Android devices. But thankfully, there is an app called Developer Options that provides you a simple solution. This single app lets you reach each and every developer settings on your device. You can enable or disable options like 'stay awake' and 'allow mock locations' as well as 'add pointer location' and 'CPU usage' to enhance your development.
The last app that can make any Android App developers smarter is SHAREit. It provides you a file transfer product that you can use to move your important APKs or some other stuff at a faster speed than a traditional Bluetooth exchange.
In addition to faster transfer, the Lenovo-owned app has cross-platform sharing support to let you share your content with devices other than Android ones. You can also send or receive packages between mobile devices and PCs.


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With the recent 71st Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, the conclusion of the Second World War in Europe, TGNR is commemorating one of the most astounding contributions during that struggle which is still largely unknown. Today Paul K. DiCostanzo recognizes Rose Valland, a savior of French artistic heritage who fooled the Germans for nearly four years directly under their collective nose. Rose risked everything in hope her work would held recover the immense amount of Nazi stolen art.
"There are two great days in a person's life – the day we are born and the day we discover why." – W. Barclay
The study of national security and military history has long been an interest of mine. It began when I was introduced to the topic of the Second World War by my father, and it sparked an enduring fascination in all aspects of the conflict. It always offers something new to be learned, something to be analyzed.
As I have grown, and my research has advanced, I have come to certain conclusions. The first is an understanding that World War II was propelled out of a deep ideological struggle between civilizations, an unsurpassed struggle for collective identity.
Ideological conflicts are often the most brutal, and always jeopardize destroying humanities greatest achievements.
The second conclusion is that war is often fought on fronts distant from the front lines. Such a melee spurs the contribution of all peoples who's lives are affected by the titanic undertaking of war.
In World War II, there was an overwhelming amount of civilian contribution toward victory; including organized partisan resistance, human intelligence efforts, workforce mobilization, and leadership during the darkest of days.
These are but a few examples of the many challenges met bravely by the people of the world during that period. It is one of the aims of TGNR to share the stories of determined individuals, perhaps not the likeliest of heroes, who manage to make a positive impact in spite of the chaos surrounding them.
With all this in mind, meet Rose Valland: The museum curator and heroine who found herself a midst the chaos of May and June, 1940.
Rose Valland: The Heroine of WW2 Stolen Art
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Rose Valland is a national heroine of France and one of the most decorated women in French history. Her story remains largely unknown to the average person despite pivotal roles in one of the most pervasive unresolved elements of World War II: the unlawful seizure of art by Nazi Germany. In resisting the German effort, Rose Valland became an unlikely hero.
Rose Valland was born in November 1898, in Saint-Étienne-de-Saint-Geoirs, Isère. Rose's life and education was deeply founded in her lifelong love of art.
Originally desiring to become a teacher, she underwent extensive training in art and art history, studying at prestigious schools in Lyon and Paris.
Her life would take an unexpected and dramatic turn after accepting a position at the Jeu de Paume Museum in Paris as a volunteer assistant curator in 1932.
The Jeu de Pame, Paris.
On 25 June, 1940, the French government formally surrendered to Nazi Germany following their invasion a month prior. The French surrender marked the beginning of four years of German occupation and exploitation of France's cultural treasures.
Adolf Hitler was a failed artist, and one with an immense ambition to force his artistic vision on the world. Consequently, Germany undertook systematic looting of countless works of art, a mirrored act of organized plunder previously instituted in Austria, Czechoslovakia, and Poland.
The French managed to conceal and protect several of their most valued pieces (e.g. The Mona Lisa), but not everything could be kept from sticky German hands. German forces seized public museum pieces and works from private collections alike with calculated brutality.
Art had always been a prize of wars past, though German efforts regarding stolen art operated on an unprecedented scale, with a leader who's appetite for art was insatiable. In doing so, they looked to conquer not just land, peoples and material resources of a nation.
In fact it was also to take from conquered nations the jewels of their cultural identity, in so far as those jewels were not deemed "degenerate" by Nazi philosophy. The mission to confiscate art was one of the most devastating fronts of the Nazi ideological war.
A Debt Humanity Can Never Repay
Following the fall of France, German occupation forces used the Jeu de Pame as throughput for confiscated art. From the Jeu de Pame, the Germans would send by rail all the works in their custody to galleries and individuals throughout the Reich.
Rose Valland services were retained by German officials to act as head of the museum during that time. The position created the unique opportunity for Valland to become a singular hero of the French Resistance, as she recorded every detail regarding the fate of the pieces that passed through the museum.
Directly under the noses of her German superiors, Valland used her prodigious memory to retain crucial facts: where works were shipped, who received them, and their purpose. Rose would go home each day and note these vital details on a secret hidden register. Yet her list was not the only crucial secret Valland kept. Rose undertook this perilous task in hope it would one day help recover the immense amount of Nazi stolen art.
Valland possessed a working knowledge of the German language, and considerable contacts in the French Resistance. Valland was able to succeed because she recognized that the Germans viewed her personal character as nonthreatening, allowing her to operate above above suspicion.
Valland looked and acted as the least likely candidate for organized resistance. Despite how she was perceived, Valland had no room for error. If even one of those secrets had become known to the Germans, it likely would have lead to her death as well as that of others.
Despite the incredible risk of her activities, she assumed a critical role in saving France's cultural heritage. Prior to the liberation of France in 1944, Valland used her contacts in the French Resistance to protect works being shipped on trains that were targeted for sabotage.
In Valland's ultimate tour de force, she arranged to stall final shipments of art just prior to the Allied liberation of Paris in August 1944. That last shipment was recovered by Free French forces shortly there after.
In the aftermath of the fall of the Third Reich, her detailed records lead to innumerable pieces of art being identified, and recovered.
Raphael's "Portrait Of A Young Man." A casualty of Nazi looting who's location is still disputed as of 2015.
The issue of stolen and destroyed art was a major consideration for the Allied powers as their battlefields were consistently within or interlaced with some of humanity's greatest artistic achievements.
As of 2015, the vast majority of works seized by Germany have still yet to be recovered.
Valland dedicated her post-war career addressing the consequences of the Nazi's industrialized plunder of art. Her great recovery and protection efforts following the war culminated in her appointment as Chairwoman of the "Commission for the Protection of Works of Art."
Of the many titles and decorations she received for her achievements by various Allied powers; the most prominent were being made a Commandeur of the Order of Arts and Letters, receiving the prestigious Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur, and the Médaille de la Résistance .
From left to right: Médaille de la Résistance, Commandeur Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur.
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On the 71st anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, I try to keep in my thoughts the enormity of that achievement. Remembering that the scope of the Second World War required the bravery and sacrifice of many different people, provoking some to demonstrate courage in a way that only war could illicit.
One may ask, "How is war good news?" War is not good news. However, even in humanity's darkest moments, the efforts of people like Rose Valland demonstrate the goodness that is inherent to this existence.
They are people who see the very essence of their greatest achievements in peril, and step forward to resist with whatever tools they may possess.
There are many individuals with many astounding efforts during that conflict to whom we owe our greatest debt of gratitude. Remember the spirit of Rose Valland and others like her who risked everything to protect the better part of our nature.
Sources: Monuments Men Foundation, Archives of American Art, The Rape of Europa (Documentary), Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino
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Older, experienced workers are expected to leave their government posts in large numbers. For example, retirement is imminent for more than a third of career federal employees who are projected to be eligible to collect their end-of-career benefits by September 2017, according to the Government Accounting Office. And it's not only federal workers, aging state and local government employees are ranking high too.
If this occurs, what are the implications for customer service functions such as contact centers?
Retirement will leave fewer and less-knowledgeable people to assist constituents.
Replacement workers typically will be younger and possess different skills, experience and expectations regarding how to deliver service for constituents.
Replacement may not happen due to budget constraints, leaving gaps in important skills and workloads unmanageable.
Younger workers tend to be tech-savvy and willing to adopt new tools that can streamline customer service.
Retirements can serve as a catalyst, ushering in improved automation technologies to augment or replace manual processes and labor-intensive interactions.
Here's a strategy that government contact centers and other constituent-facing agency functions can adopt to ease the stresses of worker retirement. By implementing adaptive interactive voice response (IVR), workforce optimization (WFO) solutions and additional digital tools, they can compensate for the loss of older workers, appeal to the technology preferences of younger replacements and, as an extra bonus, help to streamline traditional processes and keep costs down.
The key is promoting self-service options (voice self-service, mobile apps, websites) for constituents to lighten the burden on contact center agents, case workers and other customer service staff. When constituents choose self-service – and many prefer it for convenience and control – there is less demand to speak to or chat with a government worker. In turn, less reliance on agents can save money, minimize potential issues that arise when inexperienced, younger workers interact with the public, and automate manual tasks such as notifications, reminders, faxing or.
For government agencies, a phone call is still the primary customer service channel. But when callers reach a contact center agent, it's the second highest cost way to serve citizens behind assisting them in person. Providing an easier way for citizens to solve their issues conveniently in a low-cost manner in the phone channel will be even more critical in coming days to stay ahead of the aging workforce juggernaut. Technology and analytics integration can increase these benefits even more for customer experience and for government worker productivity.
By integrating the front gate (IVR automated self-service) customer interactions with the agent-facing (WFO live agent citizen support and contact center) processes, government agencies can improve CX and productivity with the analytics and actions taken from both ends of the customer journey.
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Q: What alternative to "getTextDirection()" in Android API older than 17? In an Android app, we wish to have an iOS-like horizontal scroll wheel, and we are using HorizontalPicker.
This requires API 17 for calls getTextDirection() and getLayoutDirection().
For getTextDirection, the usage is:
        switch (getTextDirection()) {
            default:
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_FIRST_STRONG:
                return (defaultIsRtl ? TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.FIRSTSTRONG_RTL :
                        TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.FIRSTSTRONG_LTR);
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_ANY_RTL:
                return TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.ANYRTL_LTR;
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_LTR:
                return TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.LTR;
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_RTL:
                return TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.RTL;
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_LOCALE:
                return TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.LOCALE;
        }

Looking at dashboard, I see ~20% of devices using APIs 15 or 16, so I'm thinking we should target API 15 rather than 17.
How should I change this code?

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*Is there a way to only run this code if the device is new enough?  If so, what should the function return for an older device?

*Is there an alternative mechanism I should rewrite this method to use?

A: Never mind.  Leaving this question here in case it is useful to others, to know how to work around APIs missing in a given version.
My real issue was not knowing how to mark the calls so that "lint" would not complain about them.
Here is the complete implementation in HorizontalPicker:
private TextDirectionHeuristicCompat getTextDirectionHeuristic() {

    if (Build.VERSION.SDK_INT < Build.VERSION_CODES.JELLY_BEAN_MR1) {

        return TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.FIRSTSTRONG_LTR;

    } else {

        // Always need to resolve layout direction first
        final boolean defaultIsRtl = (getLayoutDirection() == LAYOUT_DIRECTION_RTL);

        switch (getTextDirection()) {
            default:
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_FIRST_STRONG:
                return (defaultIsRtl ? TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.FIRSTSTRONG_RTL :
                        TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.FIRSTSTRONG_LTR);
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_ANY_RTL:
                return TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.ANYRTL_LTR;
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_LTR:
                return TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.LTR;
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_RTL:
                return TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.RTL;
            case TEXT_DIRECTION_LOCALE:
                return TextDirectionHeuristicsCompat.LOCALE;
        }
    }
}

It already has logic to handle older builds!
So all that is needed is to mark the two calls getLayoutDirection() and getTextDirection() so that lint does not complain.
The simplest way to do so, without hiding problems elsewhere, is to mark this method to suppress lint complaints about API versions:
@SuppressLint("NewApi")
private TextDirectionHeuristicCompat getTextDirectionHeuristic() {
...

CAUTION: Only make such a change, after examining the lint complaints and the logic, and your AndroidManifest.xml, to be sure the complaints can be safely ignored.
In my case, manifest has minimum API = 15 and target API = 19, the two complaints were "Call requires API level 17, minimum is 15)", and
if (Build.VERSION.SDK_INT < Build.VERSION_CODES.JELLY_BEAN_MR1) {

directs all devices less than 17 to use the one-line implementation, which does not use the API 17 calls. That is, the calls will only be made on devices with API 17 or above.

A: You can use ViewCompat from android.support.v4 with something like :
if (ViewCompat.getLayoutDirection(mView) == ViewCompat.LAYOUT_DIRECTION_RTL) {
    //...
}

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Howard County Executive Terminates Department of Corrections Contract with ICE
Today, County Executive Calvin Ball announced that the Howard County Department of Corrections gave notice on Friday, March 19, of its intent to terminate the contract with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Agency.
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ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Today, County Executive Calvin Ball announced that the Howard County Department of Corrections gave notice on Friday, March 19, of its intent to terminate the contract with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Agency, under which the Department housed detainees in ICE custody. This decision was made in the wake of President Biden's recent reforms of ICE policies and procedures. Photos of the event can be found here.
During the past year, our county has had thoughtful conversations and passionate engagement in regard to the policy of our Department of Corrections housing ICE detainees. Throughout this process, I maintained the position that our Department of Corrections was preferable for these inmates, their families, and their lawyers as compared to federal detention centers being run by the Trump Administration. Now that President Biden's Administration is addressing ICE policies, we feel more confident in the protection of detainees and their legal rights moving forward. I believe it is in Howard County's best interest currently to terminate the contract and end the county's relationship with ICE. I want to reiterate my continued thanks and appreciation to our Department of Corrections for their vigilance to maintain public safety through the care and compassion for the inmates they house.
Calvin Ball
Howard County Executive
The County notified ICE on March 19, 2020 that it will be terminating the contract to house federal ICE detainees at the Howard County Detention Center. ICE will have 60 days to move any current detainees housed in Howard County. The Foreign-Born Information and Referral Network (FIRN) will be providing each of the current detainees with a consultation on their legal rights and representation.
Andrea King-Wessels, Acting Director of the Department of Corrections said, "We'll do everything we can to ensure a smooth transition."
"CASA members who have been held in detention know too well the inhumanity of our immigration system," said Gustavo Torres, Executive Director of CASA. "Every day, immigrants are contributing enormously to the beautiful Howard County community. We thank County Executive Calvin Ball for recognizing that contribution and eliminating the contract with ICE."
Under the Liberty Act, passed by Howard County Council in December 2020 and signed by County Executive Ball, County employees are prohibited from asking about the immigration status of residents or discriminating based on immigration status. County employees are also required to keep certain information related to citizenship confidential in Howard County.
At the end of last year, Ball also penned a letter to the Biden Administration Transition Team emphasizing the need for changes to ICE and their current operations around the country.
"Ending the ICE contract is a big step forward," said Leslie Salgado from the Howard County Coalition for Immigrant Justice. "We are proud that Howard County is ending its contract with ICE and working to ensure the civil rights of all County residents."
"FIRN is committed to consultation with all detainees on their legal rights and representation," said Mike Mitchell, CEO of FIRN.


In an earlier post I highlighted Southern Baptist Theological Seminary professor Thomas R. Schreiner's view that the Sabbath, and indeed all of the Ten Commandments, have been abrogated by Christ. You can view his exact words here. I countered Schreiner's view with the Westminster Confession of Faith. I thought it would also be beneficial to show that modern day Biblical scholars still hold to the view that the Sabbath Day is still to be observed. Indeed, this is the orthodox and majority view. What follows is Sinclair B. Feguson's view of the Sabbath.
"Since Augustine, Christians have recognized that the Bible describes human experience in a fourfold scheme: in creation, fall, redemption, and glory.
Many Christians are familiar with echoes of this in the Westminster Confession of Faith, chapter 9, or in Thomas Boston's great book Human Nature in Its Fourfold State. It is no surprise, then, that the Sabbath, which was made for man, is experienced by him in four ways.
In Creation, man was made as God's image – intended "naturally," as God's child, to reflect the life and activity of his Father. Since his Father worked creatively for six days and rested on the seventh, Adam, like a son, was to copy Him. On the seventh day, they were to walk together in the garden. That was a time for Adam to listen to all the Father had to show and tell about the wonders of His creating work.
Thus, the Sabbath day was meant to be "Father's Day" every week. It was "made" for Adam. It also had a hint of the future in it. The Father had finished His work, but Adam had not – not yet.
Adam fell. He ruined everything, including the Sabbath. Instead of walking with God, he hid from Him (Gen. 3:8). It was the Sabbath, Father's Day, but God had to look for him!
This new context helps us to understand the significance of the fourth commandment in Exodus 20:8. It was given to fallen man – that is why it contains a "you shall not." He was not to work, but to rest. Externally, that meant ceasing from his ordinary tasks in order to meet with God. Internally, it involved ceasing from all self-sufficiency in order to rest in God's grace.
What difference did the coming of Jesus make to the Sabbath day?
In Christ crucified and risen, we find eternal rest (Matt. 11:28-30) and we are restored to communion with God (see Matt. 11:27). The lost treasures of the Sabbath are restored. We rest in Christ from our labor of self-sufficiency and we have access to the Father (Eph. 2:18). As we meet with Him, He shows us Himself, His ways, His world, His purposes, His glory. And whatever was temporary about the Mosaic Sabbath is left behind as we experience the reality to which it pointed, namely, intimate communion with the risen Savior, free from the pressures of daily work. This is the Lord's Day.
But we have not yet reached the goal. We still struggle to rest from the labors of the flesh; we still must "be diligent to enter that rest" (Heb. 4:11). That is why the weekly nature of the Sabbath continues as a reminder that we are not yet home with the Father. And since this rest is ours only through union with Christ in His death and resurrection, our struggles to refuse the old life and enjoy the new will continue until glory.
For one thing, this view of the Sabbath helps us regulate the whole week. Sunday is "Father's Day," and we have an appointment to meet Him. The child who asks, "How short can the meeting be?" has a dysfunctional relationship problem – not an intellectual, theological problem. Something is amiss in his fellowship with God.
This view of the Lord's Day also usually helps us deal in a non-legalistic way with questions that ask, "Is it OK to do ____ on Sunday since I don't have any time to do it in the rest of the week?" If this is the way we phrase the question, the problem is not how we use Sunday, it is how we are misusing the rest of the week.
This view of the Lord's Day also helps us see it as a foretaste of heaven. And it teaches us that if the worship, fellowship, ministry, and outreach of our churches do not give expression to that, something is seriously amiss.
Hey Buddy!, I found this information for you: "Sinclair B. Feguson on the Sabbath". Here is the website link: https://thouarttheman.org/2013/09/22/sinclair-b-feguson-on-the-sabbath/. Thank you.


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Designed as a heavily armoured tank which could accompany infantry formations, the Churchill's ability to cross rough ground and climb seemingly unassailable hills became legendary. The tank first saw action in 1942 and the basic design was constantly re-worked and upgunned, culminating in the Mark VII version which was capable of taking on the heaviest German tanks.
In his fourth book in the TankCraft series, Dennis Oliver uses archive photographs and thoroughly researched, vividly presented colour profiles to tell the story of these iconic British tanks. As readers have come to expect from the TankCraft series, the large full colour section of this book features available model kits and accessories as well as aftermarket products. In addition to the colour profiles there is a gallery of expertly constructed and painted models. A separate section explains technical details and production modifications giving the modeller all the information and knowledge required to recreate an authentic reproduction of one of the tanks that contributed so much to the British effort in the battles for Normandy.
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Oliver continues his usual habit of breaking down the various Brigades equipped with Churchill, including the 1st Assault Brigade, RE. The final two sections deal with the usual Technical Details and Modifications and a series of appendices. The fact that the Churchill went through version 1 - XI plus AVRE, ARV, Bridgelayer, Crocodile, Mine Clearing Lane Charges (MCLC) and Carpet Layer (MkIII TLC) shows that despite it's faults, Churchill was a good all-round tank, admired by crews and commanders alike. The appendices cover the British Regimental system, seniority and a full one page section on camouflage and vehicle markings.
Yet another first class book from the Dennis Oliver stable.
Read the full review here
Army Rumour Service (ARRSE)
An awesome British Heavy tank of World War II. This book is filled with great photos, detailed information, and examples of fine modeling and a plethora of aftermarket parts available to turn any build into a super build.
Ray Stryker Ace, Scale Models & Dioramas of World War II (Facebook)
Dennis Oliver has a very impressive skill set when it comes to writing a book that will be of interest to the modeller while still offering something to the person specifically interested in the vehicle. He has nearly always managed to grab my attention with some aspect of the information and he manages to this within a limited page count. The period photographs are well chosen and I like the effort put into the captions provided with them. The section covering the finished models is what I think of as a section to get the juices flowing; it is the section on products that will help the modeller most here. Another nice addition to the Tank Craft range.
Modellers should find many an interesting scene to depict within its pages and information on how to get the resources to model one. I have been waiting for a title devoted to the Churchill from Dennis for a long time and this one did not disappoint. Very much worth the long wait.
Highly recommended as are the other titles in this series.
Model Military International, April 2018 – reviewed by Al Bowie
First-class documentation that will delight car modellers, historians and military investigators.
Read the full Spanish review here
Miniaturas JM
Having read many of the authors other books he has continued to fit tons of information into this title as his others that the armour enthusiast and model builder will greatly appreciate.
Read the complete review online here.
In Scale Blog, Scott Danis
Archival black-and-white photographs and vivid color images complement the author's painstakingly researched text covering everything from unit histories to technical analysis.
This book about an iconic tank that contributed so much to the victorious British campaign in Normandy and beyond should be of great interest to history buffs and an inspirational aid to modelers.
Toy Soldier & Model Figure magazine issue 233 – reviewed by Gordon Nelson
Another excellent publication from Pen And Sword's Tank Craft series arrived for me before Christmas and it has taken me a while to sit down properly and give it my full attention.
The Churchill tank is another iconic armoured vehicle from World War Two. Its unique boxy shape and tracks make it one of the more unusual looking tanks from the war. It was also developed into various different engineering models, including a bridge layer and flamethrower version.
Dennis Oliver covers every aspect of the Churchill in great detail and this is a good book for anyone with a historical, modelling or wargaming interest in the tank. He goes through the use of the vehicle in all of its units at the back end of the war. I particularly like the details on individual tank names that were used and that's something I plan to adopt when i am building my next Churchills. The historical details are accompanied by numerous excellent illustrations and photographs, more great inspiration for whatever you want to do.
There is also a comprehensive guide to the various choices modellers have to build their own Churchill kit in most scales. This is aimed more at 1/35 scale modellers but inspiring none the less for everyone. There are more great pictures of completed kits by highly skilful modellers. I love reading about and looking at tanks, so if you are like me you will like this book!
Colonel Mustard, William Alexander
If you're like me and you like books, tanks and models, these volumes will be informative right now, and I expect they will remain enjoyable to look at for a long time to come.
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In summary. Any model maker building a Churchill looking for inspiration needs to look no further. This book is a great combination of information about the units that operated the tank with a great collection of superbly built models. There is a wealth of photographs of the Churchill in action and the colour plates are worth the cover price alone. Dennis Oliver's text is informative yet easy to read.
Highly recommended to model makers and historians interested in Allied AFVS in Normandy. Many thanks to Pen and Sword for the review book.
Tankette - reviewed by Tom Cole
For the modeller or the wargamer, this is a worthwhile addition to the bookshelf. Colour details are excellent and accurate as are the marking details.
Thomo's Hole - Reviewed by Ian Thompson
A great book if you are a model maker, and worth checking out even if you prefer the the real thing.
Military Vehicle Trust
Any model maker building a Churchill looking for inspiration needs to look no further. This book is a great combination of information about the units that operated the tank with a great collection of superbly built models. There is a wealth of photographs of the Churchill in action and the colour plates are worth the cover price alone. Dennis Oliver's text is informative yet easy to read. Highly recommended to model makers and historians interested in Allied AFVS in Normandy
Scale Military Modeler International
The Tank Craft series has become very popular with modellers and enthusiasts. This new addition to the range meets the criteria of excellent photographs and drawings with descriptive text and full captions – Very Highly Recommended.
Firetrench
A brilliant, comprehensive and very-well illustrated look at the Churchill Tank.
Books Monthly
If I may borrow a phrase from the late Sir Bruce Forsyth, 'this is my favourite'. Good value for money for the Churchill tank modeller, well done Dennis.
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About Dennis Oliver
Dennis Oliver is the author of over twenty books on Second World War armoured vehicles including Tiger I and II Tanks: German Army and Waffen-SS: Eastern Front 1944; Panther Tanks: German Army and Waffen-SS, Normandy Campaign 1944; Jagdpanther Tank Destroyer: German Army, Western Europe 1944-1945; and Tiger I and Tiger II Tanks:German Army and Waffen-SS, The Last Battles in the West, 1945.
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Mark Thomas Valley (ur. 24 grudnia 1964 w Ogdensburg) – amerykański aktor telewizyjny i filmowy.

Życiorys

Wczesne lata
Urodził się w Ogdensburg w stanie Nowy Jork jako najstarsze dziecko i jedyny syn Marthy i Michaela Valley. Ma trzy młodsze siostry – Jennifer, Lynn i Marnie. W 1987 ukończył studia na Akademii Wojskowej Stanów Zjednoczonych. Uczęszczał do Etage School of the Arts w Berlinie. W 1990 uczestniczył w I wojnie w Zatoce Perskiej.

Kariera
Na dużym ekranie pojawił się po raz pierwszy w dramacie Johna Schlesingera Niewinni (The Innocent, 1993) u boku Anthony'ego Hopkinsa, Isabelli Rossellini i Harta Bochnera, oraz w melodramacie fantasy Wima Wendersa Tak daleko, tak blisko (In weiter Ferne, so nah!, 1993) z Nastassją Kinski i Peterem Falkiem. Potem trafił na szklany ekran w operach mydlanych NBC: Inny świat (Another World, 1993) w roli kapłana i Dni naszego życia (Days of our Lives, 1994-1997) jako przemiły i przebiegły dziennikarz Jack Devereaux.

Zagrał postać Bobby'ego Kennedy'ego w telewizyjnym dramacie biograficznym George Wallace (1997). W filmie sensacyjnym Stan oblężenia (The Siege, 1998) wystąpił w roli technologa FBI. W komedii Układ prawie idealny (Next Best Thing, 2000) był kardiologiem, przyjacielem głównego bohatera-geja granego przez Ruperta Everetta.

Pojawił się także w serialu NBC Ostry dyżur (ER, 2000–2003) jako Richard Lockhart, były partner pielęgniarki Abby Lockhart (Maura Tierney), i w projektach stacji ABC – Orły z Bostonu (2004–2007) jako adwokat Brad Chase.

Życie prywatne
Ma córkę Sherri Ann (ur. 1988). W latach 1991–1993 spotykał się z Katherine Kendall. W latach 2008–2009 był żonaty z australijską aktorką Anna Torv.

Filmografia

filmy fabularne
 1997: George Wallace (TV) jako Robert F. Kennedy
 1998: Stan oblężenia (The Siege)
 2000: Układ prawie idealny (Next Best Thing) jako kardiolog
 2007: Śmierć na żywo (Live!) jako Blair
 2007: Shrek Trzeci (Shrek the Third) jako Cyklopi (głos)
 2010: Człowiek Cel (Human Target) jako Christopher Chance
 2012: Wróg numer jeden (Zero Dark Thirty) jako pilot C-130
 2012: Batman DCU: Mroczny Rycerz – Powrót jako Clark Kent/Superman (głos)
 2017: Fernando jako Duque Dodo (głos)

seriale TV
 1993: Inny świat (Another World) jako ks. Pete
 1994−1997 Dni naszego życia (Days of our Lives) jako Jack Devereaux
 1999: Potępieniec (Brimstone) jako Barry Ceneazo
 2000: Diagnoza morderstwo jako kpt. Paul Davis
 2000–2003: Ostry dyżur (ER) jako Richard Lockhart
 2001: CSI: Kryminalne zagadki Las Vegas jako Jack Willman
 2001: Samotni strzelcy jako Henry Farst
 2001–2002: Pasadena jako Robert Greeley
 2002: Spin City jako Joseph
 2003–2004: Inspektor Eddie jako detektyw Eddie Arlette
 2004: 4400 jako Warren Lytell
 2004: Randka z gwiazdą jako Jack Campbell
 2004–2007: Orły z Bostonu (Boston Legal) jako adwokat Brad Chase
 2006–2008: Gdy rozum mówi nie jako Reese Callahan
 2007: Prawo i porządek: sekcja specjalna jako Jake Keegan
 2008: Imprezowo jako Brad Davis
 2008–2009: Fringe: Na granicy światów jako John Scott
 2013: Anatomia prawdy jako Tommy Sullivan
 2014: Stan kryzysowy jako dyrektor CIA Widener
 2014–2015: CSI: Kryminalne zagadki Las Vegas jako prywatny detektyw Daniel Shaw
 2017: Konflikt jako Gary Merrill
 2017: Bloodline jako Mike Gallagher

Przypisy

Linki zewnętrzne

Amerykańscy aktorzy filmowi
Amerykańscy aktorzy telewizyjni
Amerykańscy aktorzy głosowi
Amerykańscy wojskowi
Urodzeni w 1964

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We've teamed up with Tyler Mallari (@themuslimmale) to put together some Men's fashion inspiration for the upcoming Eid al-Fitr.
With brothers and sisters both taking advantage of these blessed last ten nights of Ramadan and plans being made to celebrate the upcoming holiday with friends and family, the fashion-conscious among us brothers are already getting pumped for showcasing our Eid outfits.
Whether our styles are inspired by the traditional, streetwear, minimalist and other styles or a complete mixing or divergence from them, a lot of us still crave fresh inspiration for flexing our creativity. However, with Eid being smack dab in the middle of summer this year, a lot of our favorite options, such as jubbahs, turbans, djellabas and even chunky footwear, are out the question and one is left to wonder how best to combine the lightweight pieces we have so that we still pull off a creative outfit.
Thankfully, Bahath and I, Tyler (Salman) Mallari of The Muslim Male (@themuslimmale on Instagram) have teamed up to bring you a list of Eid essentials and a few outfits for inspiration for this year's summer Eid.
For the brothers who prefer a tailored, minimalist look, the lightweight thobe is a must. Though short-sleeve thobes are also commonplace, they are typically reserved for casual settings within the Arab world and wouldn't fare well when you're attempting to stunt on the jamaat during Eid.
Again, choose light colors which will reflect, not absorb, the heat and avoid heavier materials such as polyester and wool. Additionally, go for thobes with a more streamlined fit like these from Al Faizan to avoid looking like you're swimming in fabric.
Perfect for lovers of drape who want to add a touch of Desi to their outfit, the cotton kurta is a classic whose variety of patterns and styles can very well reflect the personality of the wearer. Choose plain kurtas for a minimalist appeal, embroidered kurtas for a more royal look and loud patterned kurtas for a youthful edge.
While these are typically paired with traditional shalwar or churidar, I also enjoy pairing them with three-quarter, cotton drop-crotch shorts for an interesting high-low appeal that's perfect for summer temperatures.
For a western touch, select a tailored polo for a look that's both clean and office-friendly. Again, feel free to go as subtle or bold as you wish and pair with either khaki, grey or colored chinos for an interesting palette and low-vamp loafers for an easy, unfussed look. Another idea would be to pair a polo with an embroidered Yemeni style izar for a bold East-West ensemble.
Perhaps the most exciting newcomer to streetwear, the lightweight, short-sleeved kimono is an excellent option for brothers who want the draped effect of a jubbah without the weight and long sleeves. Pair with lightweight chinos for a contrast effect between draping and tailoring or go full drape with either a pair of cotton shalwar, baggy three-quarter or drop crotch shorts.
Though longline tees are indeed the most casual of the tops listed here, I still chose to include them because they are the most summer-friendly and give the effect of a draped kurta while maintaining a modern air. Though they're typically paired with streetwear staples like baggy jeans and chinos or even athletic shorts, these can also easily be dressed up with a tailored pair of chinos, loafers and a nice watch or can be paired with baggy cotton shorts for an easy, draped ensemble.
Though shalwar (also known as sirwal and sarouel amongst the Arab community) are typically worn under the Pakistani kameez, they can also be worn separately as statement draping pieces, as seen above. Pair with a tailored tee, watch and low-key sneakers for a minimalist streetwear look that showcases the shalwar or with a longline tee and statement footwear for a more bold look.
Tailored chinos add a touch of professionalism to any outfit they're added to and are the go-to option for brothers who have to dash back to work after Eid prayers. Go for khaki or slate grey for a classic appeal or have fun with pastel hues of pink, yellow, blue and more for a touch of personality.
Well-loved by our brothers in the U.K, the three-quarter short allows breathability whilst maintaining the covering of the awrah. In order to avoid looking like a wannabe footballer, stick to classic colors for a modern appeal that's part nomad and part street cred.
While the lungi/sarong/izar is typically used within Desi and South-east Asian contexts for casual wear exclusively, the embroidered Yemeni izar (called "maawaz" in Yemen) is used in Yemen for smart casual and even formal attire as well. These intricate statement pieces can be worn by themselves under a longline tee, casual polo or kurta or under a thobe as a lightweight underwear option. Find them online on sites such as Reflections of Iman and Zarinas.
A tried and true classic, cotton kufis add a nice minimalist touch to any outfit and add traditional flavor without being overbearing. Go for light colors like white or tan in a more open, loose wave to stave off the heat or rock a bold hue of blue, red or green for a nice pop of color.
A virtual unknown in the Muslim fashion scene, the straw fedora hat, or "Panama Hat" adds a touch of class to Western-inspired outfits and makes for a unique ensemble when paired with traditional Eastern pieces such as kurtas and thobes.
Though wide-brim fedoras such as these are typically more suited to those with longer face shapes, short-brim versions (known as "porkpies" or "trillbies) are available for those with shorter faces and of course, any hat in any shape can be carried off well when worn with confidence. It should be noted that because this is more of a statement piece, it's best to keep the rest of your outfit simple, with very few if any patterns or contrasting lines.
A favourite in the streetwear scene, ballcaps add youth and edge to any outfit they're paired with. Because of the wide variety of styles they're available in, it's completely up to you how loud or minimalist you want yours to be and these caps can be a perfect way to show allegiance to your favorite brands or sports teams.
I personally prefer mine with little to no design or details in order to draw attention to the lines in my outfits and additionally because with my light olive skin tone, bright colors wash me out more than anything.
The obvious summer option, sandals are perfect for sliding in and out of the mosque. I personally prefer to wear either streetwear classics like Nike Slides for a low-key casual or minimalist looks or high-quality leather gladiator sandals like the Adidas Y-3 Qasa Sandals or ASOS variety shown above.
Style as you please, though avoid chunky types that will stifle even the cleanest of looks. For the brothers looking for a more ethnic feel, Afghan Chappals can easily be substituted. Remember: The more distinct your sandals, the less of a chance that they'll be taken by a fellow brother or uncle!
My personal favorites since my high school days. Loafers are an easy sockless option, dress up even the most casual of outfits and give a classy vibe without the stuffiness of laced options like brogues. Wear with Western ensembles for an office-appropriate look or with more traditional outfits for a polished, modern touch that adds structure to an otherwise draped outfit. Brothers who wish to add more flavor can go for embroidered or patterned varieties or substitute with Desi juttis/khussay or Moroccan babouches.
Though it may be tempting to bust out the flashy high tops and chunky sneakers for looks that are more hip-hop or 90's grunge-inspired, it's best to keep things low-cut and pastel in warmer temperatures to ensure breathability. Chuck Taylors, Superstars, Vans and more are abundant and the cut and detailing that suits you can even be self-designed if needed!
Summer style isn't complete without a sweet pair of shades. Popular, classic styles include the Wayfarer, Clubmaster and Aviator shapes, with the first two being popularized by Ray-Ban since the 1950s. The key here is in choosing lens, frame colors and frame shapes that contour your face well, so be sure to google guides for buying the best sunglasses for your face shape or complexion.
I've always found that a watch brings about a touch of uniqueness to any man's outfit and that a man's watch really does say a lot about his personality. Chunky bling or functional types are a no-go these days but just as well, a more minimalist or retro option blends better with a wide variety of outfits. Cheaper but well-made options can be found from companies like Casio and MVMT.
Bracelets are an excellent way to bring a boho feel to your outfit and whether they're used as statement pieces by themselves or with others, they're an excellent way to show that you've put a tad more thought into your outfit than others. Options abound and range from chunky leather cuffs to minimalist bangles to well-strung rope.
Perhaps one of the most forgotten of the sunnahs, rings come in various shades and sizes and will set you apart from the majority of the jamaat, as most men these days are rarely even seen with proper watches.
Make sure that you get your proper ring size checked at the local jeweler to avoid a series of online shipping and returning conundrums.
This is honestly one of my favourite looks of all time, masterfully executed by GQ Fashion Editor Mobolaji Dawodu. This is both classic and bold at the same time and the two keys that are keeping this outfit together are fit and the maintenance of a consistent color palette.
This look would not look polished if his shalwar kameez were untailored or if his Panama hat and shades didn't' perfectly compliment his head and face shapes. Additionally, his choice of maintaining a look based on silver and mid-olive is truly a classy choice for summer amidst blinding shades of pinks, yellows and blues and additionally allows him to accessorise a bit with a watch and bangles.
This is a great example of executing the Yemeni Izars I mentioned earlier. The print used here is of a more subtle pattern and color, in contrast to the usual casual Izars, which are typically printed in more bold colors and patterns. Also notice how he keeps the rest of his outfit simple and in similar shades so as to bring all attention to this beautiful izar.
The most casual outfit featured here, this look blends streetwear and eastern draping influences which would be just as suitable for the mosque as it would for school or even the basketball court.
I personally would alter this a bit and go for a longline tee with short sleeves to maintain more modesty and would also switch our the high tops for more subtle sneakers or sandals.
This look is edgy defined. This man is obviously quite confident with himself and his heritage and excellently blends summer pieces amidst a subtle and intricate kimono pattern. While I don't encourage smoking or the use of such hideous white high socks, I believe that this look demonstrates that with the right amount of confidence, even the boldest of looks can be worn well.
Also notice how he keeps the color palette restricted to similar hues of blues and blacks for a more composed look, as disparate shades of colors with unique pieces would just make for an eyesore.
A classic ensemble worn by Saudi designer Hatem al-Akeel, this look features a lightweight cotton thobe with a modest amount of tailoring which allows for more movement (a major issue with most thobes).The polished cognac loafers, clean grooming and swept back hair are ultimately what bring this look together.
If even one of these elements were gone (such as if he had unkempt hair or dirty shoes), the look of elegance meant to be showcased by this particular thobe would be lost and the look would seem thoughtless. Another lesson to take from this outfit would be the employment of sandy colors which are perfect for both spring and summer ensembles.
With that awesome list of essentials and outfits, this year's summer Eid fashion guide for brothers comes to a close. We hope that you've gained some awesome outfit inspiration from this post and hope you all have a blessed Eid spent with friends and loved ones insha'Allah!


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What is MLM or Multi-Level Marketing?
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Multi-level marketing (also known as Network Marketing or MLM) is a subtype of direct sales. As with traditional direct selling, multi-level marketing focuses on a person-to-person approach whereby the product moves straight from the distributor to the end-user, bypassing a retail outlet.
MLM marketing strategies compensate the distributor for their own sales as well as the sales of other distributors that they have recruited. In direct sales (also known as single-level marketing), distributors do not recruit new prospects, and are compensated purely on their own sales volume.
Approached with commitment to the strategy and unwavering self-belief, a venture into the world of multi-level marketing can be very fruitful and fulfilling.
In 1945, the California Vitamin Company introduced the first recognized multi-level marketing plan. Shortly afterwards, the name was change to Nutrilite (later to be acquired by Amway). Nutrilite distributors who had acquired a minimum of 25 regular customers were allowed to recruit or sign up new members to the plan, receiving a 3% commission from the sales of these new distributors. This provided the distributor with a residual income.
In the 66 years that followed, the MLM industry exploded, with hundreds of new companies being added to the fold annually. Some of these took a rapid dive, while others (Amway in particular) thrived, regardless of the state of the economy throughout the decades.
Unlike direct sales (its practical and mild-mannered father), multi-level marketing has always had a bit of a bad-boy reputation. Having attracted criticism, outcry, contempt and more than its fair share of lawsuits, MLM has always been the subject of controversy, and is still regarded by some as nothing more than a thinly-veiled pyramid scheme.
Despite its turbulent upbringing, however, it can't be disputed that some MLM companies have shown longevity, strength and extremely solid financial backbone, which has generated a renewed (if cautious) display of respect from myriad individuals and financial experts alike.
In the world of multi-level marketing, there are successes, and then there are big-time players.
The Mick Jagger of MLM, Amway, with its enormous range of health, personal and household items, is still giving a great performance. In 2nd place at $9.2 billion.
A comparatively new kid on the block, Herbalife's reputation for excellent nutritional and sports supplements pushed its 2010 revenue to $2.7 billion.
Privately held and with a focus on both single- and multi-level marketing, Mary Kay Inc continues to blossom with revenue of $2.5 billion.
Although the focus of Tupperware is still predominantly on the direct sale, it now has several MLM aspects to it. $2.3 million.
Helping others – Not only do distributors help others by providing them with a high-quality, beneficial product or service, they get the opportunity to help them achieve their goals.
Being your own boss – Who wouldn't love an occupation that allows you to get out of bed at 9, go to gym whenever the urge takes you, and do business over coffee – all for a relatively low start-up cost.
Getting rid of headaches – No staff hassles, no overpriced premises, no delays due to incompetence of colleagues, no deadlines. Bliss? We think so.
Creating wealth – Financial freedom is what we all strive for. If you're willing to work hard and smart, then multi-level marketing may be just what you're looking for.
Achieving your dreams – Whether it's personal fulfillment or developing people skills or visiting a specific corner of the globe, MLM gives you the opportunity to reach for the stars.
Before enrolling in any MLM programme, make sure that it is a legitimate opportunity and a solid business plan. Check that the company sells top-quality products, provides training, encouragement and recognition, and places an emphasis on product sales rather than gimmicks.
This plan allows you to have a maximum amount of frontlines (this is known as width). Then once you have these in place, new recruits will be placed under one of these Frontlines, who in turn can have the same number of frontlines. This continues until you reach the specified number of layers (known as depth).
This plan is good in that you can help your downline build their own downline, which helps many people earn small commissions (with you getting the biggest percentage) – this has a positive effect on retention rates, which is so often a challenge that MLM companies are faced with.
However, this plan can make distributors complacent, as you're doing most of the work for them. Also, you can lose the opportunity to earn good money within the deeper levels if some of your legs aren't active.
In this system, you are allowed to sponsor as many people as you like on your frontline. Usually, you are limited in terms of depth: you may not get paid out beyond a certain level. So if one of your legs builds their own organisation 40 levels deep, for instance, you will lose out on that earning potential. If you are good at personally sponsoring frontlines, you may be better off broadening your organisation at the top.
In most cases, width offers profitability and depth offers security.
With this increasingly common compensation plan, you are restricted to only two frontlines or "business centres" (so you may build only two legs). Everyone else who you add to your organization gets slotted in below one of those two frontlines, and so it continues. Depending on which MLM company you join, you usually get paid on the weaker of the two legs. Payment is generally volume-driven rather than level-driven, and often paid out on a weekly basis.
This is an easy to understand and a very supportive structure, because everyone benefits. You help your frontlines build their businesses, and they in turn help build their frontlines' businesses. Members often get lazy using this plan, though, so continual motivation is required.
This is the oldest and still the most popular multi-level marketing compensation plans. Using this system (which has been accredited to and still used by Amway), allows the business owner or distributor to enroll an unlimited number of frontlines. Remuneration is based on volume, the commission percentage stepping up as business volume increases.
Once a distributor has reached a certain level of success and met specific performance criteria and sales volume, he breaks away from his sponsorship line. His original sponsor receives a predetermined percentage override on the breakaway organisation's sales.
This system has a good track record, is widely accepted and is driven by distributors' sales and performance. On the other hand, it is a complex system that is hard for new recruits to understand, and has often been criticised for paying members a far lower percentage of total sales than other plans do, which means that you have to work smarter and harder to earn the big bucks using the stairstep breakaway plan.
When it comes to multi-level marketing, what you put in is what you get out. The major factor in your new MLM venture is not the product, or the people or the payment plan: it's YOU. Your attitude, your level of commitment and your self-belief will determine whether or not you'll succeed in this challenging but dynamic field.
Having said that, all MLM companies have their pros and cons, so do your detective work beforehand.
Does the compensation plan offer good perks for excellent performance, beyond commissions and bonuses? These can include cars, health insurance or stock options.
Is it the company's primary objective to sell products to end-users or is it focused on the constant recruitment of new prospects? If it's the latter, turn your back and walk away. The core focus of legitimate and successful MLM companies is the product… not the compensation plan itself.


The forty year old hangover is over. While the sun didn't come out shining today, the world is as it should be and I am fairly pleased about that.
I celebrated my birthday twice. Once in Australian time and the other in US time. Both were equally fabulous and without flaw. I spent the most amazing couple of days in South Beach Miami and just chilled. Somehow all of the expectations of turning 40 disappeared and I enjoyed the "now".
Freaking out about turning 40 was wasting energy that could have been better spent elsewhere. I don't know why I started to look in the mirror and feel 10 years older, nor what started me thinking that my life is so miserable, when in fact, it is truly amazing. I am living the best life I could have ever imagined and I am doing things that I never thought possible.


Today's pouch (or case) is a really simple one, and I'm including it for two reasons. One, its edges are bound externally so, like this earlier utility case, all its layers are sewn together as one composite panel.
Anyway, I thought I'd do a tutorial of that method of zipper installation and make a pouch/case of it.
You can choose to have the zipper tab on the top or bottom of the pouch/case. I put mine on the top so it could function as something to hold on to, as well.
Here is the other "end" of the zipper - no stops, because there's nowhere else for the pull to go!
Before we begin the actual instructions, let's talk about the zipper: you'll need a long one. Really long. Long enough to go around the three zippered sides of your case twice.
Then you'll need to take it apart. To do this, remove the bottom metal stop and slide the zipper pull completely off the coils. The two sides of the zipper tape will also separate completely.
Then slide the zipper pull back on those two ends of the zipper tape. Practise this a bit, so you're comfortable doing it. Now, because one side of this single zipper tape is upside down with respect to the other side, their coils line up a little oddly, so your resulting zipper might twist.
This is okay. Once the zipper is installed in the case/pouch, it straightens out and sits flat.
When you get to the 'end of the road', the zipper pull ends up in a cul-de-sac of sorts.
The outer and lining panels will be folded in half in the finished case.
In addition to these three main players, you might want stabilizers, additional pockets and, of course, something to bind the SA with.
If you want internal pockets (which are useful because they increase the functionality of this pouch/case), sew them onto the RS of the lining piece first.
Then, with WS together, baste the outer to the lining piece to make one composite multi-layered body piece.
Then slide the zipper pull off the coils and match that midpoint to the bottom of the fold line of the body panel. This is to ensure the zipper is installed symmetrically. This mid-point is where you'd normally expect the end stops of a zipper to be, but we don't need them with this method of installation.
With the lining side facing up, lay the WS of the zipper on the lining fabric. Sew/baste all around the edge of the body panel to attach the zipper tape.
Notice the snips in the SA region of the zipper tape where it goes around the corners.
This allows it to hug the corners without pulling or bunching, and lies flat for binding in the finished case/pouch.
Here's the only (slightly) fiddly bit in the whole construction process. At the top of the fold line, cross the ends of the zipper tape as shown, and baste or sew across them to hold them in place. This moves the zipper tape out of the seam in that mid-point region, and allows the ends of the zipper tape to stick out of the finished pouch/case.
You've done this fancy maneuver before in this fully-open pouch from a few posts ago. Like that pouch, this allows our case to open flat when fully unzipped.
This part is trivial - simply bind the SA all around the edge of the pouch/case.
Slide the zipper pull back onto the coils. Remember practising this earlier?
If you are so inclined, you can install a grommet in that tab, so the case can be hung from a hook.
If you didn't have a long enough zipper, could you use both sides and have the bottom of the zipper dead end into the pouch and be covered by the binding?? I love these posts, and all of your very clear ideas. Thank you so much for taking time to share.


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Wall Street's biggest Boeing bull breaks down why the 737 Max fiasco has created a great buying opportunity
Boeing has struggled since two crashes of its 737 Max aircraft led to the plane being grounded indefinitely.
Still, analysts at Morgan Stanley think the company can recover and rally to $500 per share over the next 12 months.
Morgan Stanley expects Boeing to post solid earnings growth, especially after the 737 Max is returned to service, which could be as soon as October.
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Boeing has had its fair share of bad news surrounding the 737 Max, the airplane with a software glitch responsible for two deadly crashes in the span of five months.
But some are still constructive on the aerospace company in the long run. The biggest bull on Wall Street right now is Morgan Stanley, has an overweight rating on the shares and a price target of $500 — about 38% higher than where shares are currently trading.
"Our top pick remains Boeing as we believe the 737 Max pause creates a buying opportunity while the aerospace cycle is steady," Morgan Stanley analysts wrote in a Monday note. The combination of an "A-rated" balance sheet, attractive valuation, and the progress of Max upgrades has kept the firm positive on Boeing shares.
Boeing has a healthy balance sheet, the analysts wrote, which provides it "meaningful leverage to mitigate liquidity risks."
The company has a A2 credit rating, which the analysts say gives them the ability to raise more debt capital if necessary. Year to date, the company has raised more than $10 billion in debt while noting unused credit of more than $6 billion, the firm said.
Read more: A deep-value investing expert explains why he thinks Netflix's stock could get cut in half
The company also has a compelling valuation, and its risk-reward profit going forward is favorable, Morgan Stanley said. Beyond 2020, Morgan Stanley expects Boeing to see annual earnings-per-share growth of 10% to 15%, above peers that will likely grow earnings less than 10%.
After the 737 MAX is returned to flight, Morgan Stanley believes that demand for the airplane will return to normal — something supported by the company's backlog. This will help Boeing return to growing earnings between 10% and 15% each year, analysts said.
A formal submission of the Max upgrades to the Federal Aviation Administration is expected in September, with the hopes that the plane will return to service in October or November, analysts wrote.
In addition, margins have improved in the 787 program, Boeing has grown its services wing, and it has a stable defense group, which should give "opportunities in a range of environments," analysts wrote.
The problems surrounding the 737 Max and getting it back into service have weighed on Boeing since a flaw in its software caused two fatal crashes that killed 346 people. It hasn't sold any 737 Max's in months as the plane has been grounded for more than half a year. The company has said that it doesn't expect the plane to return to service in 2019, and industry watchers also fear that the jet won't return to service until 2020.
The ongoing fallout has cost the company $5 billion. Boeing shares are down about 19% from the pre-crash peak in early March. Airlines that have 737 MAX planes in their fleets have lost hundreds of millions of dollars from flight cancellations.
Boeing stock is up more than 12% year-to-date.
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The Butte County Sheriff's office confirmed that at least five people in Paradise are known to be dead.
According to a press release by the BCSO Community Relations Unit, the victims were found in vehicles that had been overtaken by the fire. Burn injuries have made it difficult to identify the victims at this time.
For more information, the office is available at (530) 538-7322 to request a welfare check or to file a report of a missing person.
Updated 10:45 a.m. Friday As the Camp Fire burned through Paradise Thursday, firefighters from CalFire all over the state arrived to fight the fire through the night. The fire was reported this morning at about 5% containment, with over 70,000 acres estimated to have been damaged. CalFire and the Butte County Sheriff have stated that there is no current danger to the city of Chico at this time.
Evacuation orders were announced Thursday night for areas south of the Chico city limits, including all structures east of Bruce Road, between Highway 32 to East 20th Street. Warnings are also in place in areas such as west of Highway 99 from Highway 149, north of Chico's city limits to the Midway. CalFire has stated that at 11 a.m., those who evacuated Chico from the designated areas may return. For those who need to check if they are currently in an evacuation zone for the fire, a tool has been provided by Butte County. This article will be updated as more information is available. Natalie Hanson can be reached at [email protected] or @NatalieH_Orion on Twitter.


Moscow's annual Beat Film Festival is something of an eclectic beast, encompassing documentaries on a variety of topics from musicians' biographies and unlikely rave chronicles, to architecture and the urban environment. But music remains at the heart of the program, which Russian critics have rated highly for its focus on telling the stories of contemporary electronic artists.
Nastya Gulenkova, communications manager of the Beat Film Festival, hails the caliber of the films at this year's event. The festival, which runs from May 25 to June 4, includes a landmark biography of the last years of musical shape-shifter David Bowie, a political "film installation" starring Cate Blanchett and what Gulenkova describes as an "astonishing film" about the Arabian aristocracy in Qatar.
Each year Beat presents new movies about contemporary culture, with organizers generally selecting films that have been released within the past two years and have never been screened in Russia before.
This year the team have made a few exceptions, though — "Bird on a Wire," a film about Leonard Cohen, was shot in 2010, and "Hype," a grunge-era documentary, dates back to early 1996. All films, except for the national competition program (in Russian) and "The Challenge," are screened in English with Russian subtitles, with some to be shown more than once.
The opening movie is one of the sensations of last year's Sundance film festival — the hedonistic yet melancholic "All These Sleepless Nights," which earned director Mikael Marczak a World Cinema Directing Award at the U.S. festival in the Documentary category. In a spellbinding manner characteristic of Terrence Malick, the film follows the present-day generation of 20-somethings in their constant movement between dusk and dawn, club and apartment, boredom and agony.
Occupying a place somewhere between feature and documentary, the film stars Marczak's friends, who play themselves as they seek adventure amid the vibrant nightlife of the Polish capital. The plot revolves around two young roommates from Warsaw, for whom life is just a reckless game until one falls in love with the other's ex-girlfriend, sending one of the protagonists into a spiral of one-night-stands and drug abuse. The film will be introduced by Marczak himself.
On May 26 the director will explore the topic in more depth during a discussion in English at Strelka (registration in advance): Marczak will talk about working with the hybrid genre of documentary and feature film, and why he enlisted his friends for a movie with a script just eight pages long.
Contemporary art is represented at the festival by "The Challenge," a film about the exotic lifestyles of Qatar's rich kids, and the art blockbuster "Manifesto," in which Cate Blanchett recites the major artistic manifestos of the 20th century in the role of 13 different characters.
Several movies are dedicated to electronic music and its influence on audiences across the world. "Give Me The Future: Major Lazer in Cuba" is a documentary about an open-air concert on the Caribbean island attended by half a million people last spring that shows there is no vast difference between youth culture in Cuba and the U.S. Meanwhile, "Raving Iran" uncovers the underground electronic scene in Tehran.
Two of the films are dedicated to rock 'n' roll greats. In "To Stay Alive: A Method," Iggy Pop, who has just turned 70, reads Michel Houellebecq's essay "To Stay Alive," a lyrical and sincere manifesto about madness, survival and art — and recognizes himself in it. "Leonard Cohen: Bird on a Wire" is dedicated to the late poet and musician's European tour of 1972.
Meanwhile, "Shot! The Psycho-Spiritual Mantra of Rock" offers an insight into the mind of an outstanding rock photographer. It tells the story of Mick Rock, the man behind iconic pictures of David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Lou Reed, Blondie and Queen.
The festival will be closed by the Russian premiere of "David Bowie: The Last Five Years," the new landmark film produced and directed by Francis Whately as a follow-up to his acclaimed "David Bowie: Five Years" (2013). The new piece will feature a wealth of rare and unseen archive footage and early audio interviews never previously released. This includes the original vocal track that Bowie recorded for "Lazarus," his last album, which has never been heard before.
The film tells the story behind the making of the albums "The Next Day" and "Blackstar," along with the accompanying videos. It also sheds light on the Broadway production of the Bowie musical "Lazarus" and the blockbuster Bowie exhibition in London's V&A Museum — Bowie's final artistic campaign. The film will be only screened once. Entrance is free, however, special registration rules apply as the organizers have partnered with Rocketbank to present the movie.
The full program of the Beat Film Festival can be found on the official website.


Starbucks coffee — flavoured dishwater?
Long black coffee from Starbucks — other people may rave about Starbucks coffee, but to me it tastes like and has the consistency of flavoured dish water.
This entry was posted in Out & about and tagged Coffee, Starbucks on 9 February 2013 by Rex.


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Les Starks makes great tasting, nutritious recipes with simple, quality ingredients.
He met Craig Claiborne while working as an artist for TV and film in Los Angeles. The New York Times food editor encouraged him to pursue his interest in food professionally, and after moving to Palm Springs, Starks taught cooking classes and was a personal chef and assistant to rock legend Eric Burdon.
He began experimenting with using almonds and stevia to make ice cream in the 1990s. This book is the result of that endeavor.
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