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NXT Redux (December 25th, 2014): A Christmas Night Title Fight
What's up everybody?! And welcome to a special episode of NXT unlike any other I've ever recapped. For you see, tonight, the yellow colored brand primarily took the evening off and labeled the show as a best of year in review. That's all fine and dandy, but what they also chose to do is to present to us one match… a Divas match! And not only that, it's also a Womens Championship one to boot.
Excited yet? I certainly am, so let's delve into the action as we've got Charlotte (with papa Ric in her corner) defending against Sasha Banks with Becky Lynch in hers.
I guess you can say this is sort of like Team W.O.O. versus Team B.A.E. Which three letter abbreviation will reign supreme?
Scroll on to find out.
Up first, we head backstage to see Rich Brennan approach Bayley as she sits on a sofa at the performance center watching the new Triple H DVD. Lovable Bayley relates Triple H's historic knee injury/return as being related to hers, telling Rich that her rehab is going well. She plans to come back bigger and stronger than ever before, and asks him to tell both Sasha and Becky that.
Following this, we're out to the ring as JoJo announces the following contest being for the NXT Womens Championship! The very song I just finished listening to a solid 4 or 5 times before sitting down to write this, "Sky's The Limit", hits and out struts Sasha and Becky — collectively known as Team BAE. Sasha blows on a fresh manicure and steps inside the ring, looking as determined as ever to take what she feels rightfully belongs to her.
Up next comes… not her opponent, but her opponent's legendary father, Ric Flair! He says that with his two Hall of Fame ring'ed retirement, he didn't pass the torch… his daughter took it! Ric gives some deserved high praise to their first match at TakeOver a few weeks ago, even going as far as to call it one of the best matches in WWE history. He goes on to give Sasha Banks the admiration she deserves… but claims she just wasn't good enough that night to take the title. From there, Ric introduces his daughter… the NXT Womens Champion, Charlotte!
Charlotte's music hits and out she walks, Ric looking on like a proud papa. Sasha looks ready to come to blows with the champ, but Charlotte isn't phased. She does nearly get attacked while completing her entrance though. As ref Drake restrains Banks from going off, JoJo provides the special ring introductions in front of a mixed crowd as we get started with the bell ding! Sasha immediately goes for some right hooks, as they throw down from the get go. Charlotte targets the knee, but Sasha gets a boot up. She scores with an elbow as well, but Charlotte slams her right down and continues working over the body part.
Charlotte now brings Sasha over to the corner and slams her knee into the ring post. Banks thinks quickly on her feet though, sliding backwards and slamming Charlotte right into that very post in the process. After we return from a commercial break, Sasha is beating the tar out of Charlotte. She bashes her face in the corner and executes a little scrapping, just gaining a two count. Alex Riley is now namedropping the Internet Wrestling Community on Reddit and I don't know what to do with myself, but Sasha certainly knows what to do next in this match as she locks in a chokehold with added knees for more pain!
Charlotte fights out, then getting a huge boot up. Sasha doesn't let that stop her madness though, nailing her patented double knees for another near fall. This frustrates Banks, who then transitions into a cross arm choke, again with added knees! The crowd gets behind the champ, as she fights out and hoists Sasha on her back, dropping her with the running stunner! Ric wills her on, as Charlotte connects with a pair of huge fists to the face! She follows it up with a chop, then hitting the move I CANNOT praise enough because I love it, where she suplexes Sasha into a standing position and then twists with a neckbreaker.
Charlotte soaks the crowd response in, running off the ropes but missing a knee drop. Sasha goes for and completes a backslide, but just a two count. Neckbreaker! Just a two count. Sasha now showing about the same reaction as me up in the bleachers, pulling at her hair and making faces of frustration. She lands the Bank Statement! Sasha has the submission locked in! But Charlotte grabs the rope. Banks has to break the hold, eventually kicking Charlotte outside. She fires herself up and runs off the ropes, but Charlotte decks her right in the skull during her attempt at the TakeOver suicide dive. The champ heads up top, only Sasha stops her! Sasha scales the ropes and nails a superplex! She covers! One… two… NO.
Both women are groggy as the crowd cheers them on. Sasha tries to gain the upperhand, but gets DRILLED with a Glam Slam after attempting a wheelbarrow maneuver to catch Charlotte off guard. From there, Charlotte grabs onto the legs and locks on the… NO. Small Package! One… two… NO. Charlotte locks in a figure four. BRIDGED! My Christmas wish has come true in the form of Charlotte turning this into a finisher! Unfortunately my other Christmas wish of seeing Sasha Banks hold a title did not come true, but what we did get was another phenomenal match between these two and I could not be happier.
Thoughts: Love. Love. Love. I cannot say enough good things. This was such a great way to end the year and I think it speaks volumes about how well received their TakeOver match was that they were chosen and trusted to be the final match of NXT's breakout year. They did not disappoint one bit, and to me, this was one of the best matches we've seen from the brand (obviously not counting the live specials where they're alotted more time and no commercial breaks).
Sasha and Charlotte just mesh so well together, and I think now that we've seen two such strong performances from them, we can solidify it wasn't just a one-off great showing. I'm so glad we got this match because, even though it's only been two weeks since the first, I want their showings to be remembered as being special. There are other matches that were great this year too, and they've gotten a lot of credit. To me though, Sasha and Charlotte have stolen 2014 and I don't want that to be forgotten about in the years to come.
The match was great. Obviously it wasn't going to compare to their first as the emotion and live aspect was at an all time high, but I thought the two of them performed so well with one another. My favorite part though, would have to be that they didn't repeat their high spots from TakeOver. It makes TakeOver continue to feel important because I don't feel like we just saw the same match twice. Taking spins on some of their spots, such as almost doing the spear again and this time transitioning it into a wheelbarrow/Glam Slam, as well as actually doing the Superplex instead of having Charlotte slam her down and finish off, were absolutely the right call to make.
The inclusion of Ric and Becky also helped too, even though they didn't really get involved at all. I think having them out there added a sense of specialness that might have been taken away by the match being prerecorded, because we don't see Ric out with Charlotte minus one or two occasions in the past, and so it feels like a big deal instead of just another singles match so to speak.
Also, Charlotte… Please. God. Keep. That. Finisher.
I think this is the first time she's actually won with it, but I hope it won't be the last. It's 100% perfect! Incorporating her father's move with the modernized twist, will surely get over instantly, and also has less chance of something going wrong compared to Natural Selection. I do respect the aspect of only busting it out on special occasions, similar to Paige with the PTO, but I just want to know she's keeping it as a finisher. Send us a tweet or something Charlotte, this is all I ask!
That's it for this week, and since this will be my last redux of 2014, I want to wish everyone a happy new year. To me, this has been 100% the strongest year for female wrestling in WWE for such a long time. That might not be universally shared, but I think so much good has come out of 2014 and I just hope that in 2015 we see those trends not only continue, but maximize into even better scenarios for the women.
Hopefully in 2015, we get Sasha Banks and Bayley Womens title reigns, Charlotte, Bayley and Sasha on the main roster, and a lot of debuts (*cough* Dana, Devin, JoJo *cries*, Leyvonna, Zada pleaaase) to shake the division up. I also can't wait to see where girls like Alexa Bliss and Carmella are at this time next year, and hopefully ol' Blue Pants gets a deal and joins us as a full fledged roster member!
Goals, y'all. Goals.
Devin Taylor
Leyvonna Zakari


If you are a golfer, then chances are that you have at least one or two bags, whether those be a staff bag, cart bag, stand/carry bag or a travel bag. One type or another, they are a bare necessity when it comes to playing. Not only do you need them to store all your clubs and basic equipment, but also there are many other accessories that you have to take with you. Should I start naming them, the list is endlessly long. And yes, it is true that those bags have great storage space for all your bits and pieces, but sometimes what a golfer needs is a light backpack that will pack all those disposables and most necessary things that we all need to have at hand's reach. This is where our guide will focus this time. We are going to discuss the best ten packs that are available on the market today and that make golfers' life more organized and easier.
What should a good golfer's backpack include? Let's start with some drinks. How many times has it happened not to have enough water or drinks because you didn't have enough space to store them? Probably many! And how about some snacks, proteins, shakes, smoothies and the like? Maybe you need to stuff your bag with extra gear like GPS devices, rangefinder, your favorite bottle, your favorite jacket, pens and pencils, keys…the list is just as endless and different, as there are different golfers out there. Plus, many golfers' bags don't come equipped with all those so much needed extras or if they do, they cost a fortune. So, when we talk about golfer's backpack we think of such a backpack that will offer practical and functional opportunity to saturate your needs in much less expensive form. Listed below are presented the top ten best packs that golfer might find useful and practical.
Thousands of satisfied customers and thousands of five-star ratings made this pack ultimate winner when it comes to practicality and functionality. Made of nylon, water-resistant fabric, featuring many compartments and ability to be folded into a zippered inner pocket, the backpack is as needed as you need balls to play. Whatever you thought of storing in your usual bag but you didn't find a suitable place or it made no sense, this bag will allow you to do it. Plus, there are so many available colors that you can make it a match with your usual bag.
This pack is made to last as your golfing passion lasts. It is made of nylon lightweight fabric that is water resistant and can't be easily ripped because the points that are exposed to the greatest stress are reinforced with bar tacking which makes the pack durable. The metal zippers are heavy duty and resistant to abrasion spreading across the backpack where its main opening is placed. It has adjustable long shoulder padded straps that make it suitable for any size. There is a carabineer clip to clip it on to your bag or to have some items attached to it.
The bag has several compartments for storing various items. It has a classic shape and the main compartment is spacious and can be packed with bigger and larger items. There is an inner pocket which serves as security for your valuable items and two external zippered pockets for smaller accessories and two more meshed pockets intended for beverages or pocket umbrellas. The best thing about this bag is the possibility to stuff it in its own pocket when you don't need it, put it in your bag or pocket and once you need it again, there it is, just unzips its pocket and take it out.
This awesome pack is definitely the most popular one and you could see for yourself why. As it is a real space saver, reliable and durable it makes it a really valuable piece of equipment that every player needs to own. Regardless of your playing style and your needs, this pocket-sized pack will always come handy when you'll need to add some more extras. The price is affordable and within the average range.
Compared with the first bag on our list, this one seems a bit bigger and can sustain more weight. It can be well used for daily light trips or for heavier storage. Being a player means having a lot of accessories, so this pack will provide you with enough space and convenient organization of your things. Plus, it doesn't have to be carried on the course only. Its stylish design and multiple color choices allow you to have it everywhere with you, regardless of where you are going.
It is a sporty and stylish bag that is very lightweight and comes in varieties of colors. It is made of highly-durable, water resistant material with an inner lining that can't be easily torn due to its bar-tacks on points that are most susceptible to ripping and tearing, which enhance long-lasting performance. It has wide and padded shoulder straps that balance and relieve the stress from your shoulders and chest strap with adjustable buckle for secure locking. The pack has heavy duty 2-way metal SBS zippers all along, providing a wider area for storing things.
There is one main and very wide zippered compartment that provides enough space for whatever extra you have in mind. Besides the main compartment, there are two additional front pockets and two side breathable mesh pockets. Within the main compartment, there are two separators that can help you organize your things better, whereas front pockets are perfect for small things. Meshed pockets can be used for storing bottles and umbrellas. When you don't want to use it anymore, or all your things have been disposed of, it can be folded into a zipped inner pocket and it fits literally everywhere.
When you purchase this knapsack along with it you get a lifetime warranty that in case anything happens to it, you will have either your money back or your pack will be replaced by another one. Having an offer like this, it is no doubt that it is a good value for your money in every sense of the word.
We would like to introduce you Hikpro bag, a pack with thousands of five-star ratings and almost no negative one-star rating. Many skeptical buyers gladly reported that this pack could go into many ordeals and still keep its prime state of good quality and impeccable design. It features a five-year warranty which definitely comes as a big plus when buying a product.
It has a very minimalist design with perfect styling and multiple color choice. It is made of waterproof nylon material that guarantees the protection of your belongings when exposed to heavy rain. The material in this bag has more textile threads per unit area providing greater resistance to tearing. In addition to this, there is a double fabric set at the bottom and it is reinforced to more than 14 weak and prone to damage spots to provide additional strength. Shoulder stripes are ergonomic and mesh padded providing weight relieve and breathability when used for longer time.
This bag offers three zippered compartments which can come in handy in case you need to carry different types of items that wouldn't normally be stored together. If you are a player that has downloaded GPS maps on a tablet or to a mini laptop, this backpack will fit them and keep them protected. There is an inner zippered pocket for keeping valuables safe and one outer small pocket for keeping your phone, camera or maps. There are two large meshed pockets on both sides that can be used to store bottles or pocket umbrellas. When not used, this pack can also be folded in its own zippered pocket to be easily handled.
If you consider all the attributes that this bag is entitled with and almost no cons, all the positive reviews, and the five-year warranty, then, yes, it is more than reasonably priced, because this pack is made to last long.
Under Armour is known for its innovative technology and superior design when it comes to manufacturing high-quality fabrics. It is also among the leaders in designing game apparel, but nothing less can be said when it comes to bags and packs. This knapsack is among the most sold rucksacks and the reason behind this is its unprecedented quality and durability. Its versatile use makes it appropriate for many outdoor activities including golf so it would be just fine to pack it with your favorite game accessories, clothes, towels, tablet, balls, extra tees, etc.
It has a stylish and elegant design and comes in various color choices, so you can easily match it with your game bag and make a perfect set. It is made of 81% polyester and 19% nylon and this fabric makes it water-repellent and resistant to abrasions and tearing. In addition to this it is reinforced with tough bottom panel for additional strength and durability. The shoulder straps are adjustable and feature HeatGear innovative technology which lets the fabric breathe by creating cooling and moisture-wicking effect, so even if you carry it during hot summer days you won't feel sweaty or wet.
There are three interior slips that are excellent for organizing your items. There is one slip for a tablet or 15" laptop. It is storage genie featuring three internal slips and five external pockets of different sizes. Three of the pockets are zippered and there are two side meshed pockets for storing bottles or umbrellas. With this bag, you will never lack space for your extra game gear or accessories.
Under Armour is a well-known brand which invests greatly in innovative apparel industry creating fabrics that are durable and breathable. Many customers have recognized the quality of everything they manufacture and know that UA makes difference. Regardless of the relatively high price that this knapsack has, its sale goes over the roof, claiming undisputed quality.
This is a very compact and modern knapsack designed to awake the youth spirit within you and provide you with the optimal storage space when you need to add 'one thing more' to your accessories. Its creative design features, many different color varieties, and patterns will be of great use if your gear includes more than just a few things. It is well-organized into multiple compartments and even has a special sleeve for your tablet to keep it secure.
When you are on the course no doubt you attract people's attention by many things, and many players strive to leave an impression of being a good golfer. Well, this bag with its impressive, fashionable pattern and design is bound to give the pleasure of having all eyes turned to you. It is made of polyester and it is water repellent, meaning it won't have your things prevented from soaking wet if you leave it unprotected on heavy rain, but in case of light rain or drizzle you'll have them secured. The fabric is durable, made to stay long with you. The shoulder straps are ergonomic, contoured and padded and they feature Suspension System that provides relief when the backpack is over packed by dampening the shock of weight transfer.
When it comes to compartments organization this rucksack has it all. There is one main compartment to store your larger belongings like clothes, some gear, shoes maybe, and there is another one that is intended for storing your tablet or mini laptop. Many people nowadays use GPS apps that feature maps of courses showing detailed info about all specifications regarding the course, so having a tablet or a laptop can enhance your performance since the visual image is much clearer. There is an organizer pocket with an integrated mini compartment for pens, pencils, keys, notes and much more. On both sides, there are meshed pockets for beverages or umbrellas and in the middle, there is a hook that can be attached to your bag.
According to many customers' reviews, it is a very durable and long-lasting pack. It is very comfortable to wear, the weight is not going to overburden your shoulders and you can hook the entire bag on your game bag when you don't want to have it on you. It is thick and sturdy which gives confidence that your things inside will be secured. It is not cheap at all but you get a quality bag that will stay for years.
We have already said that besides your bag, what every golfer needs to have within reach is items such as tissues, extra beverages, some snacks, extra ball or tee that might be carried with him/her all the time as the game progresses. Plus, sometimes what you really need are just those basic things that can be more than necessary. Sometimes, during the game, you might need to have some accessories taken with you without taking the whole bag, and this pack will do the job. It is foldable into a pouch and when you need it will be easily unfolded to serve its purpose. It is very lightweight and spacious and preferred by many satisfied customers.
It is a multipurpose knapsack designed to provide you with extra room for your daily essentials, no matter whether you are on the course, hiking, or at the airport. It is made of durable Honeycomb Polyester fabric that is strong and provides ripping protection. It is waterproof too, so it can protect your belongings from a sudden splash of rain. The shoulder stripes are comfortable, wide and meshed and easy to carry, you can even run with it! The bag comes in many color choices, so don't worry about keeping your color style, just pick the right one.
This one features multiple pockets for storing different sized items, from equipment and gear to clothes and snacks; there's a place for everything. There is front mesh jacket pocket and two mesh pockets for umbrellas or beverages. There is another external medium pocket with a zipper and one more zippered inside pocket for storing valuables.
This rucksack is a space saver in the real sense of the word. It is light, foldable, durable and waterproof. You can have all your daily game accessories in a well and organized manner. Regarding its price, we can say it affordable and reasonable.
Well, this one is on the high-end and it is different in size and design too. It has a unique wide bottom which provides extra storage space. It can be used for varieties of sports and outdoors activities, among which golfers too can benefit from it when it comes to storing gear and accessories. It might not look like that, but it has a huge storage space so you can keep extra shoes, accessories, nutrition, medicine, just name it.
It is a uniquely shaped pack that features style, fashion, and practicality, and the chances are that you're not going to be unnoticed on the course. It is made of water-resistant fabric bottom and super firm fabric which creates durable exterior. It features Nike Quad Zip System which means that you have direct access to your belongings from any angle as the zippers are thus positioned. The shoulder straps feature Max Air units which provide breathability and comfort so that you can easily carry your bag even when it is fully packed.
The main compartment is extra big and roomy, so in case you have just a basic bag, this rucksack will provide you with all the extra accessory aid and make up for the lack of storage in your bag. Even if you do have all-inclusive bag, this bag pack will still come handy. There are three pockets from the outside, two of which intended to store water bottles and they are large. There are additional pockets in the inside, one being big enough and mesh so it is appropriate to store your golf shoes or jacket.
When we talk about Nike, what first comes to our mind is their ultimate dominance in the world of sports gear, shoes and apparel. They are known to be among those companies that compete in their innovative technologies and improved quality and design. When we discuss the price of this backpack, which is higher than all the other backpack's on this list, we have to bear in mind that it is a branded product with well-established and guaranteed quality.
This knapsack has a somewhat sleek and sturdy design that gives an impression of sporty elegance. It is suitable to fit your daily basic extras on the course such as sunscreen, extra polo, some balls, rangefinder, extra tees, some snacks, and drinks. It is lightweight and easy to carry. It can be folded and carried in its own pocket and put in your bag in case you have run out of any disposables you had in it.
It is made of durable fabric which is resistant to water, but not waterproof, so don't expose it on direct rain or splashes for a longer period time. The nylon fabric is tear resistant due to its bar tacking process. There is one main zipper and several zipper pockets featuring SBS abrasion resistance. The straps on the shoulders are made of breathable mesh which doesn't keep the sweat during hot days and provide airflow to keep you cool.
It approximately has a capacity of 20l for storing large or small things. There are one main compartment and one zippered pocket which is appropriate for keeping valuables such as money, keys, documents, passport, jewelry, etc. The roomy compartment is intended to provide an unlimited possibility to keep different items and still keep it light. From the external side, there is one small front zippered pocket and two mesh side pockets.
If you are a golfer that needs a minimalistic additional backpack to keep all your accessories secured and within reach all the time in an organized manner, then this backpack is designed to do just that. Or, if you just need to have some extra snacks or a bottle of water, there you go! Your budget won't be heavily affected since this rucksack is simply inexpensive.
Many of the packs we have discussed so far are smaller sized ones that provide assistance to your game bag in terms of greater organization and having everything you need within reach. However, if you need space more than just for the basics, if your bag isn't equipped with many accessories, then you can't go wrong with this rucksack. It is excellent for storing and securing things that you'll need for the whole day and in case you don't need it anymore, it can be folded and packed.
This lightweight knapsack is designed to withstand every possible daily situation you put it through as it is made of high-quality nylon enhanced fabric which guarantees extended durability. The manufacturer claims that it can bear more than you can imagine and many of the reviews confirm this. It is water resistant and the fabric is not prone to abrasion so you can be sure that it will sustain any wear and tear. The adjustable shoulder straps are padded and transfer the weight all over making it easy to carry without causing any pain.
This is a spacious pack which allows you to practically put inside whatever comes to your mind without looking bulky and preventing you from free movement. There is one main compartment which is designed to expand into the large unit if the case may be. There are three outer zippered pockets in two different sizes that serve to put an end to any mess. The standard side meshes pockets are great for storing bottles, snacks, umbrellas and so on. In case you don't need it, or you know that you will need it after a certain point of time it can be easily folded in its own pocket bag.
This inexpensive rucksack is a great piece of equipment that can be very useful and practical. Besides its highly affordable price, it comes with unconditional money back policy for whatever reason proving that the manufacturer really cares about customers' satisfaction.
This very stylish and fashionable rucksack can be your perfect companion on the game course. It is very compact and sleek without standing out but perfectly fits your body and style. You can pack it with all your necessities in an organized way and make sure that everything you need is within hand's reach. Its sturdy construction is excellent for storing various accessories. You can choose from 8 color selections and make it part of your gear style.
When you take a look at its design you can't but not notice that it has a peculiar shape that distinguishes it from the other similar bags. It is light but compact and sturdy and gives the impression of organizational firmness. It is made of tear resistant material which is also enforced at its stress points to provide additional durability and strength. It is water resistant too, so you shouldn't be worried if sudden rain caught you unprepared. However, bear in mind that it is different from waterproof and you should secure it as soon as possible. The shoulders are wide, padded and adjustable, so you won't have any issues regarding size or comfort.
As it looks simple and practical, thus it is functional as well. There is one main big compartment which is opened/closed by abrasion resistant SBS metal zipper and which is large enough to store your daily needed golf/nutrition accessories without looking bulky or uncomfortable to carry. There is one inside zippered pocket which can be used as a place for storing your valuables, such as money, credit cards, documents and so on. On the external front side, there is another medium-sized pocket and two mesh pockets for water bottles or umbrellas. When you don't need it anymore, as the case is with many other backpacks on this list, you can fold it into a small unit and store in an extra light pocket.
This pack is among the most reasonably priced and affordable ones on the market. The quality is undisputed according to thousands of satisfied customers who gladly recommend it.
We have to mention that it wasn't easy at all to select these ten rucksacks among the wide range of many different options and styles that are currently being sold on the market, so we needed to be extra careful to focus only on those sacks that shape the golfing preferences and styles that reflect real golfing needs. So below are listed all the criteria that we took into consideration when choosing the best ones.
There are many different types of packs which differ in various segments. What we focused on was their purpose and practicality when it comes to the sport. Many golfers' bags include within storage for accessories but as all golfers know, they often have more accessories, dryings or snacks than their bag can accommodate, so the additional backpack would be an ideal solution. This said a golfer would need a backpack that first of all is lightweight and wouldn't be an additional burden to his/her already heavy bag. Ideally, a golfer's backpack would be foldable, so that it would serve its purpose only when really needed while the rest of the time it can stay folded and packed in its own pouch/pocket and stored in the golfer's bag. We also selected bags that have one large compartment and a few smaller ones and the ones that can hold a few beverages or umbrellas, some basic accessories and the like. We also wanted water resistant ones or waterproof so that they protect the items inside in case of sudden rain because golfers are often surprised by sudden weather change.
What is most necessary for a golfer is enough storage for all golfing accessories, but in a well-organized manner. What we looked for were rucksacks that provided sufficient compartments to organize different types of accessories and thus put an order in the overall chaos. The knapsack that we have selected have multiple compartments in various sizes, zippered and mesh pockets that guarantee that.
Every golfer has his/her own style and design so we were also concerned to find packs that have very characteristic style and design and at the same time to maintain the elegance that is well appreciated at the course. Sporty, modern, fashionable or chic, regardless of their attributes, the packs can be proudly taken to the greens and even matched with golfers' bags. Another important segment that we really cared about was the way shoulder straps are designed. High quality and well-designed shoulder straps have increased padding; they are made with breathable, mesh or airy fabrics and are ergonomically designed. This is important due to the fact that in case you carry the backpack for a longer period of time, you wouldn't like to feel sweaty and uncomfortable or too tired due to improper weight distribution.
Among the things that matter a lot when we buy something is the issue of durability and quality. Despite being stylish and practical, if the backpack is low rated and proved to be with short life span then such a backpack would definitely be discredited. We looked into the type of materials used for the creation of the knapsacks, we considered water-resistant or waterproof features, anti-ripping features, whether weak spots are enhanced, kind of seams, etc. Additional factors such as innovative or patented technologies were also taken into account. We also tended to take into account warranties and guarantees. There are rucksacks on our list that come with lifetime warranty or money back guarantee. That creates confidence at customers and the risk of having the product damaged or destroyed lowers since you know that you can either have replacement, repair or your money back.
There is a wide price range on this list as it is even wider on the market, but we tried to narrow it down, by implying the principle of maximum quality for the minimum price. Within this area of selection, we managed to pick out those that provide excellent quality without having their prices over the roof. In spite of some more expensive packs, there are many affordable ones. However, a price is usually determined by many factors, not just the pure quality of the product. Many branded products tend to have much higher prices compared to no-name products, but they provide standardized quality and their products go through quality control check and have very efficient customer service. Other, less known brands tend to establish their position on the market and confidence with customers by offering lifetime or limited time warranty, which also influences prices.
Q. When I play golf I often need a few extras that I prefer to have with me all the time. What kind of backpack would be appropriate?
A. If you need to have certain items with you all the time then you could choose from those who are very lightweight, have extra padded breathable shoulder adjustable straps and won't interfere with your activities.
Q. Are all golf backpacks foldable?
A. Since rucksacks are already considered to be accessory intended to store accessory, many of them are foldable and stored in ultra light and a small pocket or a pouch, but not all of them have that option. The packs included on this least mainly feature this option, but there are a few which don't. That mainly depends on the golfer's style and preferences.
Q. Are these bags machine washable?
A. All packs have individual maintenance instructions which vary one from another. Many of the sacks on this list can be machine washable and tumble dry, but please refers to the labeled instructions on your product so that you keep good care of it.
Q. How many different compartments should a golf backpack have?
A. Again, this depends on golfer's preferences and needs, but let's say that you would want one main compartment that is suitable for larger items and fewer smaller ones to store smaller things.


1. I am thinking… about the poor killer whale trainer who lost her life at Orlando Sea World yesterday…and the poor folks who witnessed it.
2. I am thankful for… being able to afford my home.
3. From the kitchen… blueberry biscuit bread (the dogs are obsessed with this!!!).
4. I am wearing… a t-shirt that says: "Not all who wander are lost".
5. I am creating… a warm and welcoming home, a place for family and friends to visit whenever they like.
6. I am going… to make breakfast in a bit…probably oatmeal, my stomach is iffy.
7. I am reading… a bunch of People magazines my cousin saved for me!
8. I am hoping… my chemo sessions work!
9. I am hearing… Wolf snorting.
10. Around the house… there are quite a few things I love…my grandmother's bookcase, a Eugene Garin seacape print, my living room rug.
11. One of my favorite things… is a morning cup of coffee, which I haven't had the last couple days (ran out and haven't picked any up yet).
12. A few plans for the rest of the week… My new couch is being delivered tomorrow! Hopefully I'll see a couple friends this weekend, too.
I saw this at the Lahey Clinic on Monday…the hallway is lined with paintings of cancer survivors and I loved the bright colors of this one.
I love this picture too! Hope your tummy is feeling better this morning.
I really like that picture too, the O made into a flower!
Sending healing thoughts your way!!! Love you!
This is great! I hope your chemo works too. <>. I will play.
I'm thinking SeaWorld may be in a bit of trouble since they supposedly got that whale to be used for mating only – it was never supposed to be in the shows.
LOVE that picture! It's so powerful, so empowering and yet comforting at the same time. I want to stand in front of it and soak up its strength.
Hope your tummy feels better soon… You should shoot around your house some more so we can see your new sofa.
I just love collage–a medium even the last artistic among us can be successful with.
The chemo will work–the blogosphere demands it.
I just love it when I can get ahold of some People magazines like that!(I won;t ever buy them, but boy, do I devour them when I get a chance to read them).
Here are positive thoughts your way on no. 8. Isn't no. 5 just lovely! That's a wonderful collage. Have a great week, Janet.
That biscuit bread sounds good. What an inspiring and lovely picture that is. I too hope (and pray) your therapy works also!
Thanks for visiting my TT. Had to look for you to respond. Chemo is certainly no fun, and I can't imagine going without coffee! Enjoy the new couch.
Love the collage! Stay strong!
I have been thinking of you and hoping your treatments are going well. I love this style of TT, might have to give it a whirl one of these weeks. And I love that you give that yummy looking blueberry bread to your dogs! I think I would eat it all myself–with a cup of coffee, of course! Take care.


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Rise of the machines: Google's machine-learning software has learned to build its own software
Mon, 16 Oct 2017 17:18 UTC
Back in May, Google revealed its AutoML project; artificial intelligence (AI) designed to help them create other AIs.
Now, Google has announced that AutoML has beaten the human AI engineers at their own game by building machine-learning software that's more efficient and powerful than the best human-designed systems.
An AutoML system recently broke a record for categorising images by their content, scoring 82 percent.
While that's a relatively simple task, AutoML also beat the human-built system at a more complex task integral to autonomous robots and augmented reality: marking the location of multiple objects in an image.
For that task, AutoML scored 43 percent versus the human-built system's 39 percent.
These results are meaningful because even at Google, few people have the requisite expertise to build next generation AI systems. It takes a rarified skill set to automate this area, but once it is achieved, it will change the industry.
"Today these are handcrafted by machine learning scientists and literally only a few thousands of scientists around the world can do this," WIRED reports Google CEO Sundar Pichai said.
"We want to enable hundreds of thousands of developers to be able to do it."Google
Much of metalearning is about imitating human neural networks and trying to feed more and more data through those networks. This isn't - to use an old saw - rocket science.
Rather, it's a lot of plug and chug work that machines are actually well-suited to do once they've been trained. The hard part is imitating the brain structure in the first place, and at scales appropriate to take on more complex problems.
It's still easier to adjust an existing system to meet new needs than it is to design a neural network from the ground up. However, this research seems to suggest this is a temporary state of affairs.
As it becomes easier for AIs to design new systems with increased complexity, it will be important for humans to play a gatekeeping role. AI systems can easily make biased connections accidentally - such as associating ethnic and gendered identities with negative stereotypes.
However, if human engineers are spending less time on the grunt work involved in creating the systems, they'll have more time to devote to oversight and refinement.
Ultimately, Google is aiming to hone AutoML until it can function well enough for programmers to use it for practical applications. If they succeed in this, AutoML is likely to have an impact far beyond the walls of Google.
WIRED reports Pichai stated, at the same event from last week, that "We want to democratise this," - meaning, the company hopes to make AutoML available outside Google.
Alan Reid · 2017-10-19T17:38:13Z
"It seemed like such a good idea at the time...."
From the trial of Google Jan 4 2020.
Hofbrau · 2017-10-19T18:58:12Z
Cant wait until all jobs are done by the more efficient machines. Keep pushing the envelope!
Bye · 2017-10-20T04:29:42Z
"Looks like you've outsmarted yourself" used to refer to one who bit the dirt, thinking that he could get ahead by taking some kind of shortcut, all the while acting like a big shot. The more things change...

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Quick readtrough someone, did I miss a important part, should I rearrage the text et.c.
Good call, will fix that!
Not really my thing, but a few quickies..
Only three characters? And fixed fighting styles.. Does it expand smoothly?
Looks fairly complicated. Did you say "ages 8+" because you didn't know what to put, or did you say that because you've actually play-tested this with 8-year-olds?
8+ because I have tried, but then some say that chess is from five years and up, depends on the child I guess. It is not to complex or complicated, still it is not really a kids game.
The fixed styles is not more limitating as any other fighting system with actions, the limitation is in the presecense of actions.
Three sample characters so far, not hard to make a bunch (but not the focus at the moment, maybe later). It does expand as smoothly as any skirmish battle.
Maybe I'm misunderstanding the game, but I'd think the characters were crucial to the game.. no?
I mean, Mortal Kombat is a combat system, but if they only released it with 3 characters, it wouldn't have done very well. I'd think the characters are the key to the whole thing. But again, maybe I'm misunderstanding how the game works.
You could make your own. I will do some more later.
The game is less character driven and more player skill dependent (as in chess or mimiature combat). But I would not say you missunderstod the game, not totally.


► Where is The White Evangelical Response to Ferguson?
Where is The White Evangelical Response to Ferguson?
This morning I went through the Twitter feeds of a few of the most popular white evangelical leaders, looking for any mention of the atrocities going on in the Ferguson neighborhood of Missouri. Denny Burk's* feed had funny viral videos, comments on the death of Robin Williams, and pleas for prayers and support of Christians in Iraq. John Piper tweeted advice and Bible verses. Rick Warren, Joel Osteen and Tim Keller sent out spiritual platitudes about faith and God.
It wasn't until I checked out Rachel Held Evans that I saw any mention of what's going on in the small suburb of Saint, Louis Missouri; a town of 21,000 people that has looked more like a war zone in Iraq than an American suburb, thanks to the militarized police response to the protesters angry over the death of unarmed black teen Michael Brown.
Thankfully, people on Twitter pointed me to some other white evangelical bloggers who are writing about Ferguson. Including authors Sarah Bessey and Jen Hatmaker, and prominent Southern Baptist leader Russell D. Moore. There's a good list of these bloggers and writers here. I'm so heartened to see these responses, but I'm also sad that I haven't seen any of these pieces floating around the internet with the fervor that writings on gay marriage, abortion, or birth control carry. I'm so glad that there are some white evangelicals talking about racial injustice, but I can't help but wish there were more.
I can't help but wish there were more white evangelicals who seemed to care about this issue – at least enough to talk about it on social media, in prayer chain emails, or in church hallways. I wish I was seeing more messages from white Christians asking for prayer and support of the citizens of Ferguson, who are being shot with rubber bullets and tear gas on their front lawns.
I also wish I saw consistent responses from those who believe strongly in the 1st amendment, as much as they believe in God. Journalists in Ferguson are being arrested in McDonald's for refusing to stop filming – but where are the cries about 1st amendment violations?
I don't want to believe these lack of responses are because America isn't for black people. That would be too hard for a privileged white woman like myself to accept. Even though all evidence points to this as the truth.
Maybe so many are silent because the racial division in America hasn't just affected governments, schools, and neighborhoods, but churches as well. Maybe we're not hearing from white evangelical leaders because there's still a belief that "Christian" and "black" are two separate things.
Without even intending to, Schell made a clear dichotomy between "Christian" and "African-American." He apologetically updated the piece after black Christians pointed out his mistake, and told him that Christians were talking about Ferguson – just not the white ones he followed on Twitter.
This just illustrates a huge problem that affects so many white evangelicals. The belief that "Christian" means something, and "black" means something else entirely.
We can see this in crises that span the globe as well. It wasn't until a white American missionary came down with the Ebola virus in Liberia that many white Christians showed concern for the devastation ravaging the nation. My mother, who spends at least a few weeks every year in Liberia teaching and counseling women affected by the war, has been struggling to raise support for her friends overseas. Despite the fact that Liberia is a heavily Christian nation. A black Christian nation.
There is a hesitation in calling any of this racism. That's because many people get far angrier over accusations of being racist, than any of the horrors mentioned above. There's a shutting down that happens whenever the word "racist" is thrown around. What does it mean though, if we care more about being called racist, than the things being done to black people that have inspired this accusation?
What other reason, other than systematic or internalized racism, can there be for the lack of concern among white evangelicals for the now regular murder of unarmed black men? How else can we explain the fact that white churches have remained mostly silent on these atrocities for so long?
*At time of posting, a statement on Ferguson had been made.
7 Responses to Where is The White Evangelical Response to Ferguson?
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Thank you Tim. Appreciate this response.
I just have a couple thoughts in response: 1) There are white bloggers/writers/thinkers who are out there expressing their grief, they just aren't the famous ones. 2) Perhaps the people you're hoping to get a response from are choosing to wait until they have all the facts available to them? Fact is, we know a young man is dead. This SHOULD be enough to elicit some kind of response from the people you're referring to. But for others, perhaps they are waiting for more information.
I'm not sure I agree with their pause, I'm just giving one interpretation as to why the pause is taking place.
Lastly, I'm not sure I want more white evangelicals blogging about a situation they are so far removed from. And I doubt the people of Ferguson are taking to their computers to find responses of white evangelicals.
1) You are right there, good point. I was mostly expressing my frustration that the famous ones, with the large platforms and huge influence, were not.
2) I have heard many criticisms of this "waiting for all the facts" response, most of them I agree with. Mainly these criticisms are that "waiting for the facts" is a luxury of the privileged who have no reason to distrust the "fact givers" (re: the police) who, as we have seen in the case of Ferguson, are not always truthful. The criticisms also touch on what you said – that the most important "facts" we already know – a boy is dead. An unarmed boy. Who was going to start college on Monday. Whose body was left, uncovered, in the street for four hours. Who didn't have an ambulance called for him. Who was shot multiple times. These are enough "facts" for most people to want to see justice. There's not really that many other "facts" that should matter, in terms of mourning life. Because even if he was "charging the officer" (which all five eyewitness accounts deny) the fact that the officer shot an unarmed teenager six times is wrong.
On your last point, I can definitely see your concern, and I agree that white people are removed from this situation and should treat it thus. But I also think that white people saying nothing – not even sharing the stories or voices of POC who are on the ground – is disappointing and sad. This problem of unarmed black men being gunned down by police isn't a "black" problem, it's an American problem. Or at least it should be.


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Stanley Edward Hitchcock, 21 March 1936, Pleasant Hope, near Kansas City, Missouri, USA. In 1940, Hitchcock's family relocated to a farm in Springfield. He was taught the guitar as a boy and first appeared on a local talent show in 1948. He performed regularly during his teens on KWTO and WTTS Springfield. After completing his education, he enlisted in the US Navy where he formed a country band that entertained on ship and at various countries the ship visited including Japan. When he was discharged four years later, he became involved with the Good Samaritan Boys Ranch, an organisation who aimed to help neglected and homeless children. Hitchcock sang gospel music over various radio stations to raise funds for the project. He made his first recordings, in 1961, for Don Law at Columbia Records but failed to gain his first chart entries, 'She's Looking Good' and 'Rings', until he moved to the Epic label in 1967. (He was seemingly the first country singer on that label). After two more minor hits, he made the Top 17 with 'Honey I'm Home' (his biggest hit) in 1969. After 'Call Me Gone' the next year, he did just that and departed to GRT, where he managed only two Top 60 entries before, in 1973 and 1974, achieving three minor hits on Cinnamon. In 1978, he moved labels again to MMI, where he managed to chart 'Falling' (number 100) and a duet with Sue Richards, 'Finders Keepers Losers Weepers' (number 85). His final chart entry, 'She Sings Amazing Grace', arrived in 1981 on the Ramblin' label but he later recorded an album for Autograph Alive.
During his career Hitchcock has achieved far more success from radio and television work than from his recordings. After working as a disc jockey on KWTO and KTTS, he moved to Nashville in 1962, where he hosted the WLAC-TV morning show and also guest on most of the top programs. Between 1964 and 1970, he presented The Stan Hitchcock Show which was syndicated and between 1979 and 1983, he hosted Stan Hitchcock from the Ozarks and also started the Heart To Heart program. In 1982, he was an important member of the team that founded CMT (initially called CMTV) and headed the Nashville operations of the organization. When CMT was sold, in 1991, to Gaylord Entertainment, Hitchcock relocated to Branson, Missouri, where he became founder, president and chairman of the cable television channel Americana Television Network, that presented round-the-clock programs featuring a wide selection of all forms of American folk, country, gospel, bluegrass and blues. Hitchcock continues to be active within the industry but mainly in administrative work.
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As I'm writing this, December 2018 in America, it seems the world may be falling. The federal government is shut down, there is a revolving door of turnover in the Executive office, the stock market has been plummeting for weeks, France is enflamed in riots and chaos, California burned down, Great Britain's "Brexit" is a tangled mess … and worse than that, I can not find my car keys. Again.
Could this be, "the end of the world as we know it"?
A world in turmoil is not a new, nor unexpected, condition. Historically, the world has rarely been at peace.
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We crave peace of mind, peace in our homes and families, and peace for the world at large. Yet there is not very much "peace on earth and good will towards men".
The lack of peace in our lives is the natural consequence of the absence of the presence and lordship of God in our regular, everyday living. We inherited this condition since the fall of man in garden of Eden.
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At Christmas, we give gifts to share our love with family and friends. A gift is something valuable, and free, with no strings attached, and given to be a blessing to the recipient.
All you have to do is open it, appreciate it, thank the giver, and use it.
God gives us many gifts. This Christmas, as we wrap up the season of Advent, open the gift of his supernatural Peace. It comes hand-made just for you, from the Prince of Peace.
My prayer for you my friend, is that you would receive His peace today. Amen.


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Clip Title: Indian Youth
Summary: Dr. Talamantez addresses a message to Indian youth. She pleads with them to purify their minds, bodies, and spirits, to learn about their culture from books and elders, and to live in harmony with the sacredness of the natural world.
Total Running Time - 4 minutes 6 seconds
Subject: Art (9)
Ananda Coomaraswamy
Jean-Claude Petitpierre describes the significance of Ananda Coomaraswamy's writings and their place in the Perennialist School.
William Stoddart speaks about the background and writings of Ananda Coomaraswamy, including his contribution to the Perennialist School.
Burckhardt's Contributions
William Stoddart speaks in detail about several of Titus Burckhardt's contributions to the Perennialist School.
Low Res File Size -4.7M
On the Traditional Arts
Catherine Schuon explains how the revelation of a religion also brings about its own arts and architecture.
Total Running Time -1 minutes 36 seconds
Principles for Painting
Catherine Schuon explains the principles used by Frithjof Schuon to create his paintings.
Total Running Time -36 seconds
Interviews with: Trosper, James (7)
Native leaders, including Janine Pease, James Trosper, Arvol Looking Horse, Joe Medicine Crow and Gordon Tootoosis, give advice about how to live in two conflicting worlds: the world of traditional American Indian values and our fast-paced modern world.
Old Stories
James Trosper explains how old stories have traditionally been used to instill important values in Indian life.
Sacred Buffalo
James Trosper discusses the significance of the buffalo in Native American life and ceremonies, especially in the Sun Dance.
Total Running Time - 3 minutes
Mr. Trosper speaks of the importance of maintaining spiritual practices beyond the Sun Dance itself.
James Trosper is a respected voice on traditional Plains Indian spirituality. He is Medicine Man and Sun Dance chief of the Shoshone Tribe in Fort Washakie, Wyoming. Mr. Trosper is a direct descendant of the great Eastern Shoshone chief, Washakie. Mr. Trosper has traveled throughout America, assisting in the continuation of American Indian religious traditions, and explaining the Sun Dance religion of the Plains and Indian spirituality to Indian and white audiences. James Trosper has contributed the following to World Wisdom projects:
The "Foreword" in Living in Two Worlds: The American Indian Experience, by Charles Eastman (Ohiyesa)
The "Foreword" in Indian Spirit (revised and enlarged edition)
Comments in the section "Conversations With Native Elders" in Native Spirit: The Sun Dance Way (book)
Videotaped interview in the section "Conversations With Native Elders" in Native Spirit and The Sun Dance Way (2-disc DVD set)


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Court Released Suspect, Ignored Ankle Monitor Violations Before He Murdered Woman
Sandy MaloneSeptember 14, 2020
Melrose Park, IL – A suspect charged with stabbing a Walgreen's clerk to death was already facing charges for stealing 14 pistols from a Melrose Park gun shop and shouldn't have been on the street.
The owner of Suburban Sporting Goods Guns & Ammo said that then 17-year-old Sincere Williams was caught on video smashing the front glass of his store with a hammer at least 20 times in early May, WBBM reported.
The owner said that Williams grabbed 14 handguns and tried to flee but was quickly arrested.
"That's a pretty heinous crime," the owner said. "These weren't hunting guns. He wasn't stealing to feed his family. These were likely going somewhere very bad."
But Williams was two months shy of turning 18 so prosecutors charged him as a juvenile, WBBM reported.
The gun store owner said he was furious.
"I was kind of enraged. It's like, here's this kid that broke into a gun store and stole several firearms," the owner said. "Just because he was caught, it doesn't lessen the severity of the crime."
Then in August, Williams' victim – the gun shop owner – was notified that the alleged thief had violated the conditions of his release, WBBM reported.
But despite the fact that Williams had illegally removed his electronic monitoring device while the charges were pending, the court ordered that his monitoring bracelet could be removed, and the Cook County prosecutor voiced no objection.
The burglary charges against him remained pending.
A few days later, the now 18-year-old Williams brutally attacked 32-year-old Olga Marie Calderon as she worked at a Walgreens in the 1300-block of N. Milwaukee Avenue in Wicker Park, WBBM reported.
Williams fled and left Calderon to die after stabbing her at least 10 times, WBBM reported.
"The Defendant then turns around and leaves the Victim on the ground. The Defendant then calmly walks out of the Walgreens with the knife and calmly walks through the parking lot southwest out of view," according to court documents.
Court documents also showed that Williams had prepared to commit the murder and brought a change of clothing with him, WBBM reported.
Prosecutors said a series of police and home security cameras captured video of Williams as he made his way from the scene of the murder to his apartment in Old Town.
Video showed Williams changed his clothes after the murder and tossed a bloody shirt into the bushes of a nearby house, WBBM reported.
But the videos showed he had bloodstains on his pants and was wearing the same shoes.
"You can clearly see the Defendant's face and the blood stain on his pants," according to the complaint.
Police found two knives, one of which was believed to be the murder weapon, WBBM reported.
Prosecutors said they also recovered bloody gloves with a cut in them.
Williams' mother told police that her son said he had cut his hand on a fence and so she took him to the hospital for stitches after the murder, WBBM reported.
Court documents said that a search warrant was executed on Williams' home and turned up the shoes he had worn to stab Calderon and the packaging for the knife found near Walgreens.
Police said Williams is a suspect in the robbery four days earlier of the same Walgreens where he later murdered the clerk, WBBM reported.
Officials said he is also a suspect in the robbery of a Walgreens located near North and Western Avenues.
The owner of the gun shop that Williams robbed said he believed Calderon's death could have easily been avoided, WBBM reported.
"It enraged me that a woman is now dead and all they had to do was keep this guy in custody," the gun shop owner said. "Obviously, it could have been prevented. He was in custody in May. I'm appalled that's how our system works."
Police did not initially reveal that Williams had been arrested for stealing guns in May when reporters asked about the alleged killer's criminal record, WBBM reported.
"Sincere Williams turned 18 on July 4th," Chicago Police Area Five Commander Eric Winstrom explained. "In a very limited time, we believe he committed three robberies, but as far as interaction with the Police Department that was documented, there is none."
The public defender representing Williams said his client has schizophrenia, WBBM reported.
A judge denied bail to Calderon's alleged killer on Sept. 9.
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Riots Erupt After Police Shoot 'Unarmed' Man Chasing Cop With Knife


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Cutting the Decorative Fabric Stripes.
I put the pressed front half of the dress on the dress-form with the seam allowances on the outside. I need to adjust the neckline in accordance with the design we have discussed.
In the mean time, I want to reveal a small secret and show you how to use the dress-form to carry out a fitting of a corset garment. Although we are working on a non-corset dress, I have promised to share some corsetry-related tricks in the process. I believe you have already realized that you need to master the skills of sewing bust princess seams and pressing cups before you can start working on an actual corset garment. And if we had sewn a mock-up after the adjusted pattern and then put it on the dress-form, we would have basically got a copy of the client's figure. In other words, it would be a custom dress-form for your client! Moreover, that dress-form would be soft (at least, in the waist, which is exactly where you want it to be soft).
This dress base is the lining. On the inside, all seams in contact with the skin will be smooth and neat.
The part of the dress which we have called an interfacing will be the face of the cups. I put the interfacing face side up, spread it carefully, and pin it onto the dress-form together with the dress aligning all notches and corners. Since the pieces were cut out simultaneously, all princess seams, notches, lengths and widths coincide perfectly. I carefully align the top edges and secure them by inserting pins perpendicular to the edge.
Now the dress-form shows exactly how the dress will look on the client: you can see how the corners are placed or whether or not you are happy with the shape of the pattern.
I have drawn and adjusted the neckline according to my liking. You can see the result below. I have turned out the dress and put it on the dress-form inside out.
Now I can pin down and style the decorative black bar at the top. I will pin it down from the lining side, sew it on along the top edge and the armscyes, and turn the garment out.
But first I need to decide on the width of the bar. I hadn't cut it in advance because it was impossible to predict everything. This task can only be solved now, on the dress-form. The decorative bar is not supposed to go far beyond the apex of the bust – otherwise it will not settle down neatly but will stick out. I believe it should be 6.5cm wide. Since it is double-layer, I need a strap with the width of 13cm.
I cut the strap in the direction in which the fabric stretches because it will settle better upon the bust in this case. I put it down on the garment and check how it looks. I can tell it will look better if I make it asymmetric: narrow it down in the corner and leave it wide at the opposite side. I pin it in place.
And then I cut it out roughly making sure not to catch the dress.
I take the dress off the dress-form.
And I trim the excess of black fabric above the top edge.
I need to add another really small strap along the armscye. It will lie on top of all layers and then, after I stitch along the neckline of the dress, I will turn it out and it will be at the bottom.
I adjust the shape of the strap in correspondence with the dress.
Here is what it looks like from the inside. I have pinned it on in the actual size. Such things are hard to predict during the cutting. Besides, we would have spent a lot of time on calculating, adjusting, and aligning everything.
All I need to do now is finish the armscyes and the top edge and turn it out.


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No, I'm not selling you a magic, "get rich quick" plan. But realize that driving ratings may not be as impossible to as you think.
What if you could convince your existing audience to listen just one more time per day and one more day per week?
You have just doubled your ratings from 6 quarter hours per week to 12.
How does that change the way you approach your show tomorrow? Maybe you'll spend a few more minutes preparing a tease for an upcoming feature. Does it make you more interested in promoting a new song your station is playing? How about planning your show a few days ahead, so you can invite listeners to tune in the next day at the same time for a specific reason? Will you re-think that morning show promo that runs all day instead of just slapping together another "if you missed this morning's show, you missed this" promo.
Realizing that the audience is not paying that much attention may also influence how you plan each break. Every break is important. Every quarter hour is precious. You don't have the luxury to present anything less then your "A" game.
The math is simple. Of course, simple is not necessarily easy. But when you break it down, the challenge isn't quite as overwhelming, is it?
Start now. Plan one thing in tomorrow's show that has a legitimate chance to earn one extra tune in occasion. Promote that. Tease. it. Develop multiple angles or a compelling story line to increase your chances to gain an advantage.
One extra quarter hour. One extra day. That's all it takes.


BioWare's attempt at survival and EA's next microtransaction vessel - Anthem will not feature PvP at launch but it will still require an internet connection at all times. I'm sure it's just "to ensure best experience" regardless of players.
BioWare and EA have confirmed that a constant internet connection will be required in order to play Anthem, regardless of whether you're playing solo or with teammates. This decision is often looked down on and for a reason - games that require persistent internet connection are usually tailored to cater to microtransactions.
Considering this is EA we're talking about, it's almost certain they will attempt to exploit the system in a way that will damage the players' experience. Progression loot boxes have been ruled out for the moment, but expecting the company to start acting in the players' best interests is as realistic as World War 2 Brits with katanas.
Other than microtransactions, there are two multiplayer formats that come to mind when a company mentions persistent internet connection - co-op and PvP. Now, co-op has been confirmed ever since the first trailer launched but PvP isn't. In fact, there will be no PvP at launch. There will also be no options to romance in-game characters which is a feature every BioWare game in recent history had.
This screams of an unfinished game, even though it was in development for years, with first teases coming back in 2014. This could be attributed to many development issues the game had, such as key people leaving BioWare.
It remains to be seen whether BioWare will manage to deliver an engaging story or gameplay that could keep players glued to Anthem long enough for EA to profit and decide not to close the studio.
Meanwhile, the still looks like a reskin of Bungie's Destiny series and potential players are losing hope, which leaves BioWare in a tight spot. There is still eight months left before the game launches on 22 February 2018 and potential unrevealed features might still get players back on the hype train.


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TSA gets rid of full-body scanners at US airports
The full-body scanners that caused an uproar for taking semi-scandalous snapshots of fliers at security checkpoints have been removed from America's airports.
The move comes after a congressional mandate and several complaints lodged by privacy-rights activists who likened the scanners to a virtual strip search.
Instead, airports will now use scanners that only show generic images of bodies, according to a letter released Thursday from TSA officials to members of the House Homeland Security Committee.
"As of May 16, 2013, all AIT units deployed by TSA are equipped with (the body-masking) capability. Additionally, TSA's procurement of next generation AIT requires" the same body-obscuring capability, TSA Administrator John Pistole wrote in the letter, according to The Hill.
The scanners were first rolled out in 2007 and most had been pulled by May 16.
The TSA told a congressional committee last year that the agency had spent $40 million on the Rapiscan machines and another $100 million on the less invasive model.
The government had bought about 800 machines which were in use at 200 U.S. airports.
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/tsa-gets-rid-of-full-body-scanners-at-us-airports


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Home » Albania » Dritëro Agolli » Komisari Memo (The Bronze Bust)
Dritëro Agolli: Komisari Memo (The Bronze Bust)
This is by no means the first obscure Communist partisan end of World War II novel on this site. Ladislav Mňačko's Smrť sa volá Engelchen (Death Is Called Engelchen), from Slovakia, is one I remember particularly well and which, like this one, few people will have read.
This tells the story of Memo Kovaçi. We know what happens to him because the framing story is set after the war, as a group of men – his brother, his parents and fellow partisans – are trying to get a large bronze bust up a hill, where it will be placed in his memory. We follow their struggles as well as following the story of Memo and his fellow partisans in the latter part of World War II.
The action is set around Lajthiza and, later, Korçë. The country is under German and Italian occupation, who are supported by nationalists. Naturally, in this book, all of those forces are deemed to be wicked and painted as such. They are opposed by the heroic and brave communists. Memo and his brother Rustem are with the communists and are trying to organise resistance in Lajthiza. However, Salih Protopapa and his nationalist forces seem to have a certain influence in Lajthiza and it is this Memo and his associated are trying to counteract.
Agolli skilfully shows all the various types of people in this book. In Lajthiza, we meet Qano, who had been village headman and sympathetic towards the communists but now seems to have turned towards the nationalists, primarily for pragmatic reasons, to defend his lands and family and because the nationalists seem to have more influence in the area
Once Memo and his brother arrive in the town, they see Mazllum and Tasi's son selling salt to the villagers. Mazllum is a profiteer and has done well out of it. Salt is normally plentiful but is now in short supply so they can sell it at inflated prices. Memo makes them give it away. Naturally, they are not too happy with this, though the local women are.
Memo and friends are planning a meeting late that night in the town. However, during the meeting, they hear the dogs bark and then hear a shot. This shot is fired by Arif and he tells us how and why he fired the shot (as a warning) as he is one of the men carrying the bronze bust up the hill. He is Salih Protopapa's aide-de-camp but has changed sides but remains as a spy in Salih's camp.
We meet Salih, as he is feasting wih Arif's uncle and we see him as a beast of a man, violent, drunken, brutal. When he learns of Memo's presence in Lajthiza, he is eager to kill him. The shot warns Memo and the others and they manage to get away but, in the escape, Memo is hit in the leg. They manage to flee and Memo is sent, with difficulty, as he cannot walk, to Korçë, where Dr Borova lives with his wife, his son, Andrea (later sculptor of the bust and present in carrying it up the hill) and daughter, Alma (later a partisan and also present in the bronze bust section).
After a difficult journey – Germans, spies and so on – they get to the doctor's house. He is another type, the fence sitter. He is a doctor, so treats everyone he has to, including Germans. He does not really want to get involved but does. However, he will later change and become a key supporter of Memo and the communists, as will his children. His wife wants no trouble so she wants Memo to go.
Part of the problem is Spiro, Alma's fiancé. He is currently in Tirana but is expected to return in ten days. He is a supporter of the Germans and says that they are merely in transit, not occupiers and says that their treatment of the Jews is a little unjust but history forgives it for the sake of a greater justice. Meanwhile, the Germans know that Memo is in Korçë and say that anyone who helps him will be shot.
Memo has been appointed commissar to Commander Rrapa but this is delayed by his injury. Things become more complicated when Spiro returns early and suspects that something is going on. However, Memo does join Rrapa and the rest of the novel is the account of Rrapa's force and their exciting battles with the Germans and the nationalists. We follow their tactics and the tactics of the opposition in detail. We also follow the relationship of Memo and Rrapa, which often leads to disagreements, for example over the use of women in combat. While they have to deal with both the Germans and nationalists, snow (it gets very cold in Albania during the winter) and treachery, our brave heroes come through.
It is not all fighting. We learn that Memo, Alma and others are involved in teaching the illiterate partisan (which include Rrapa himself) to read and write. They also steal a printing press and set up a propaganda outfit headed by Thoma, invariably known simply as the teacher, another participant at the bronze bust ceremony.
We know Memo is going to die because of the bronze bust story, which continues to the last page, and we learn how and why he does die.
Agolli tells his story very well. It is full of excitement. Things do not always go well for our heroes, and not just because of the death of Memo. One interesting aside: one of the characters praises Stalin (because of the Soviet forces pushing into Eastern Europe and driving out the Germans) though, as we know, Stalin would later be hated by the Albanians. While clearly not of the same calibre as Ismail Kadare, it is good to know that there are other Albanian writers translated into English.
First published by Naim Frashëri in 1969
First published in English byNentori in 1975