Is there a distinct Walser architectural style?
In Valais the wooden constructions prevail. The brown and often multi-storey houses stand close to each other. For the most part a barn and shed are alongside. The shed is secured against rodents with stone pillars. Traditionally, the buildings are covered with granit slabs. As soon as you leave Simplon southwards stone houses change the landscape. Buildings made of stone can be found where the construction material wood is missing.
The architectural style of the residential and farm buildings developed regionally. They change over time and according to municipality and location. There is no "Walser"-house, barn or shed which was taken by the migrants into their new homelands.
There are similar buildings in the French-speaking Valais, in Upper Tessin or in the Reatoroman canton Graubünden. Architectural styles developed in certain regions that became traditional. For example, there is the Walser house in Tannberg and Mittelberg which developed regionally: the floor plan as well as the architectural style vary only little.


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package me.codeboy.common.base.net;

import me.codeboy.common.base.net.core.CBConnection;
import me.codeboy.common.base.security.CBHostnameVerifier;
import me.codeboy.common.base.security.CBX509TrustManager;

import javax.net.ssl.HttpsURLConnection;
import javax.net.ssl.SSLContext;
import javax.net.ssl.X509TrustManager;
import java.security.GeneralSecurityException;

/**
 * https网络操作
 *
 * @author Yuedong Li
 */
public class CBHttps extends CBConnection {

    //设置ssl证书信任
    static {
        SSLContext sslContext = null;
        try {
            sslContext = SSLContext.getInstance("SSL");
            X509TrustManager[] xtmArray = new X509TrustManager[]{new CBX509TrustManager()};
            sslContext.init(null, xtmArray, new java.security.SecureRandom());
        } catch (GeneralSecurityException e) {
            e.printStackTrace();
        }
        if (sslContext != null) {
            HttpsURLConnection.setDefaultSSLSocketFactory(sslContext
                    .getSocketFactory());
        }
        HttpsURLConnection
                .setDefaultHostnameVerifier(new CBHostnameVerifier());
    }

    private static CBHttps httpsClient;

    public static CBConnection getInstance() {
        if (httpsClient == null) {
            httpsClient = new CBHttps();
        }
        //重置状态(保留维持session的状态)
        httpsClient.resetSomeState();
        return httpsClient;
    }

    public static CBConnection getNewInstance() {
        return new CBHttps();
    }
}

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Nielsen, the media and information measuring service, is acquiring two product units from ProQuest's Bowker: the Business Intelligence and Commerce Solutions units. The deal, which will close in a month, gives Nielsen the ability to measure print and ebook sales in the U.S., as well as its traditional strength in the U.K., while tracking book volume and sales trends using a variety of demographic criteria.
The two services will be integrated into the Nielsen book tracking platform, which currently includes the BookData, BookNet, Registration Agencies, and BookScan services. The newly acquired products from Bowker's Business Intelligence unit include PubTrack Digital, PubTrack Christian, PubTrack Higher-Ed, Bowker Market Research Books & Consumers, Global Ebook Monitor, and a custom research service. Commerce Solutions products include PubEasy, Pubnet, and PacStream, which will allow Nielsen to offer retailers a service that can source and order books throughout the English-language book market. Bowker will continue to work with publishers producing its Books In Print service and through such services in its role of managing ISBN/ISNI identifiers for the U.S. and Australia and its Syndetic Solutions and Summon discovery services.
The Nielsen Book service is based in the U.K. and is built around the acquisition of Whitaker's (publisher of the British Books in Print) in the late 1990s. Its BookData service currently collects book information from more than 70 countries (including the U.K., Ireland, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, India, and South Africa) and encompasses 22.5 million-plus titles. It also works closely with data providers in the U.S. Though relying primarily on its own data collection and partnerships (e.g., Ingram Content Group, Inc. metadata), the new acquisitions include a license to tap Bowker's Books in Print for an unspecified time.
Other current services include the Nielsen BookNet Transaction service and Nielsen BookScan Retail Sales Analysis that provide continuous retail monitoring service for English-language books in the U.K., Ireland, the U.S., Australia, South Africa, Italy, New Zealand, Spain, and India. Nielsen BookScan already gathers point-of-sale book data from about 12,000 locations across the U.S., representing about 75% of the nation's book sales. It provides subscribers with comprehensive reports from a wide variety of perspectives organized by title and author, by category, by region, or by DMA (direct memory access).
In a typical week, sales of more than 400,000 different titles are collected, coded, and analyzed, producing complete market information for retailers, publishers, and the media. The company launched LibScan in 2009 which allows the collection and analysis of library borrowing data. To date, 68 U.K. public library authorities have joined the panel; the aim is to continue to build this number. Jonathan Nowell, president of Nielsen Book, indicated that he would "love" to expand LibScan to include U.S. libraries.
The acquisitions should offer Nielsen particular strength in analyzing the impact of ebook sales in the U.S. and the U.K. while providing insights and trends about the volume and value of book sales by various demographic criteria. PubEasy is a web-based service providing 24/7, real-time access to customer service information from multiple suppliers. It is used globally by booksellers to place orders, check price and title availability, check order status, and track orders online with participating publishers, distributors, and wholesalers. It includes the Invoice Central service converting electronic invoices into PDF documents for transmission through PubEasy. Pubnet provides end-to-end POS (point-of-sale) integration, web-based ordering/management tools, fast response ordering, invoicing capabilities, shipment tracking, and a unique title database, which is used by more than 4,000 booksellers in the U.S. and Canada.


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The Room Where it Happens
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Marcia Schneider
2019 / books / Politics / Theater
Live theater is the room where it happens, where stories come to life and leave you enchanted and spellbound. Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton is such a show, where the music, lyrics, and staging linger on long after the performance is over.
Hamilton the Revolution by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jeremy McCarter
We were latecomers to the extraordinary phenomenon of Hamilton, despite the early urging of our New York cousins. When the show first opened on Broadway, Michael and Amy suggested facetiously (I think) that even if we had to take out a second mortgage on our house, it would be worth it. Lisa offered tips about when new tickets were being released, and best ways to deal with the box office. "Why is it," Rob mused, "that you live in San Francisco and not here?"
It might have been helpful to read the book, Hamilton by Ron Chernow, the inspiration for Miranda's production, in advance. Hamilton the Revolution, by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jeremy McCarter, is the ultimate guide to the production, including the libretto, expository text, photos, and footnotes.
Following a friend's advice, I downloaded the music from the original Broadway cast in advance of showtime, and already felt some familiarity with this historic time. Part of the genius of Lin-Manuel Miranda's libretto is that it tells the story through words and song in a way that it makes complicated history both understandable and entertaining, including some liberties taken.
Staging for Hamilton, Orpheum Theater, San Francisco
Of interest in the Hamilton production is the seeming simplicity of the set. Other than two revolving circles on the floor and a moveable staircase, the set appeared relatively fixed. The side of a ship became the wall of a bar or a room in a home. Many of the shifts of scene were managed by changes in lighting against the same backdrop.
Rich performances in theater can be found in many settings. The San Francisco Bay Area is lucky to have substantial options, including professional companies in San Francisco (American Conservatory Theater), Berkeley (Berkeley Repertory Theatre and Aurora Theatre Company), and Marin (Marin Theatre Company). TheatreWorks does outstanding performances on the Peninsula in Palo Alto and Mountain View, in the heart of Silicon Valley. Traveling Broadway shows are performed in San Francisco at the Curran, Orpheum, and Golden Gate Theaters, as well as other venues.
Excellent productions can be found in smaller venues, as well. The Word for Word Performing Arts Company stages performances of classical and contemporary fiction at ZSpace in San Francisco. Community theater groups abound throughout the Bay Area.
High school theatrical performances, while varied in quality, can be a satisfying option. Performances by the students at the Ruth Asawa School of the Arts (SOTA) in San Francisco are top notch. These young performers are capable of creating magic in their own theater. The sets are sophisticated; staircases come and go, doors open and close, and backdrops are lowered from the ceiling. When it comes to learning, this is the room where it happens.
SOTA production playbill, March 2019
SOTA, which has a highly competitive entrance process, including an audition, features a half-day of academic courses, followed by an afternoon of specialty classes. Students have the opportunity to learn set design and staging, among other skills. A musical performance at SOTA can be dazzling. Last year's production of Young Frankenstein was outstanding, as was this year's spring show, Legally Blond.
Is it appropriate or fair to compare a high school production, however well done, with the internationally acclaimed Hamilton? I think it is, because performers must start somewhere, and SOTA is an excellent place to start.
SHN production of Hamilton
Hamilton is currently playing at the beautiful Orpheum Theater in San Francisco through September 8, 2019. If you plan to attend, be aware that tickets are going fast (they are being bought up by those who are going for the third or fourth time)!
Still wavering? Don't miss your shot. Be there, in the room where it happens.
American Conservatory Theater
Berkeley Repertory Theatre
Marin Theatre Company
Wikipedia. Orpheum Theatre
Wikipedia. Hamilton musical
Wikipedia. Lin-Manuel Miranda
Wikipedia. Ron Chernow
Word for Word Performing Arts
Tags: ACT, American Conservatory Theatre, Aurora Theatre, Berkeley Repertory Theater, Broadway, Curran Theater, Golden Gate Theater, Hamilton the musical, Hamilton the Revolution, Jeremy McCarter, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Marin Theatre Company, Orpheum Theater, Ron Chernow, Ruth Asawa School of the Arts, SHN, SOTA, the room where it happens, TheatreWorks, Word for Word Performing Arts
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Copyright 2020 - Marcia Schneider

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242 Plain Language Summary
196 Immune and inflammation
104 Digestive, absorptive and microbiological
34 Neurological
19 Hormonal
11 Structural
52 Not applicable
27 Exercise and movement
24 Environment
23 Psychological
149 Not applicable
72 Blood
23 Stool
11 Saliva
10 Imaging
242 Full text available
237 Free full text available
55 Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
47 Randomized Controlled Trial
27 Systematic Review
21 Meta-Analysis
17 Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
Results for 'immunity' • 242 results
1. Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-3690 decreases subjective academic stress in healthy adults: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
Wauters, L, Van Oudenhove, L, Accarie, A, Geboers, K, Geysen, H, Toth, J, Luypaerts, A, Verbeke, K, Smokvina, T, Raes, J, et al
Gut microbes. 2022;14(1):2031695
Previous research has shown a bidirectional relationship between the gut and psychological stress, which could be mediated by intestinal permeability followed by an immune and inflammatory response. However, the exact mechanisms of this relationship are yet to be elucidated. This randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial evaluated the beneficial effects of Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-3690 on intestinal permeability and stress markers during a public speech in healthy students. Participants consumed either milk containing Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-3690 or acidified milk twice daily for four weeks to assess subjective and objective stress markers and markers of intestinal permeability. Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-3690 reduced the stress-induced hyperpermeability to mannitol and subjective stress markers (State-Trait Anxiety Inventory/ STAI). A subgroup of healthy students with stress-induced cortisol >P90 of baseline showed a reduction in perceived stress score following Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-3690 intervention. To evaluate the additional effects of Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-3690 on stress and gut health, further robust studies are needed. Healthcare professionals can use the findings of this study to understand the anxiolytic effects of Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-3690.
Psychological stress negatively affects the intestinal barrier function in animals and humans. We aimed to study the effect of Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-3690 on intestinal permeability and stress-markers during public speech. Healthy students were randomized to L. rhamnosus-containing (test) or acidified (placebo) milk consumed twice daily for 4 weeks, with 46 subjects per treatment group. Small intestinal permeability was quantified by a 2 h urinary lactulose-mannitol ratio (LMR, primary outcome), fractional excretion of lactulose (FEL) and mannitol (FEM). Salivary cortisol, State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) and Perceived Stress scores (PSS) were collected. No between-treatment differences were found for LMR (p = .71), FEL or FEM. Within-treatment analyses showed similar LMR and FEL but a stress-induced increase of FEM with the placebo (p < .05) but not test product. Despite a similar increase in salivary cortisol, the stress-induced increase in STAI was significantly lower with the test product vs. placebo (p = .01). Moreover, a stress-preventative effect of the probiotic was found for PSS and more pronounced in subjects with high stress-induced cortisol (p = .01). While increased FEM was mediated by salivary cortisol levels, the effect of the test product on subjective stress was not mediated by changes in FEM. No serious adverse events occurred. In conclusion, we demonstrated that L. rhamnosus CNCM I-3690 prevented stress-induced hyperpermeability to mannitol. Subjective but not objective stress-markers were reduced with L. rhamnosus vs. placebo, suggesting anxiolytic effects, which were independent of barrier stabilization and attractive for the reduction of stress in both health and disease. Clinicaltrials.gov, number NCT03408691.
2. Evaluation of Lactocare® Synbiotic Administration on the Serum Electrolytes and Trace Elements Levels in Psoriasis Patients: a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial Study.
Akbarzadeh, A, Taheri, M, Ebrahimi, B, Alirezaei, P, Doosti-Irani, A, Soleimani, M, Nouri, F
Biological trace element research. 2022;200(10):4230-4237
Psoriasis is an immune-mediated chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterised by plaques and lesions on the skin. While the etiopathogenesis of psoriasis is not completely understood, various mechanisms have been implicated, including changes in the composition of intestinal microbes, oxidative stress and changes in the levels of certain trace elements. Previous research has shown that fluctuations in trace minerals such as zinc and copper may contribute to the progression and progression of psoriasis. It is known that synbiotics, which are combinations of probiotics and prebiotics, have immune-modulating properties, and they may also enhance the absorption of trace minerals from food when consumed. This double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial was conducted to randomly assign sixty-four patients with mild-to-moderate psoriasis to consume Lactocare, a symbiotic containing seven strains of probiotic bacteria and prebiotic fructooligosaccharide twice daily or a placebo for 12 weeks. Serum trace mineral levels were measured after 12 weeks of treatment, including Fe, K, Ca, Mg, P, Zn, Na, and Cu. A significant improvement in serum levels of zinc and calcium was observed in the symbiotic group after 12 weeks of treatment. Additionally, the symbiotic treatment significantly increased the levels of trace minerals such as Fe, Ca, Mg, P, Zn, and Na within the group compared to the baseline. Fe and Cu levels in the treatment group were affected by sex, with male participants showing significant differences. To evaluate the other benefits of symbiotic preparations in patients with psoriasis, further large-scale studies are required. Healthcare professionals can utilise the research to understand the immune-modulating and anti-inflammatory properties of symbiotic formulations such as Lactocare, as well as to understand how the consumption of Lactocare improves the absorption of trace minerals.
BACKGROUND Despite the exact etiopathogenesis of psoriasis remains unknown, the increasing or decreasing of some trace elements and oxidative stress status are considered to play a role. In this study, the effect of Lactocare® synbiotic on the serum levels of trace elements including Zn, Cu, Mg, Na, Fe, P, Ca, and K in the patients with mild to moderate psoriasis was investigated. METHODS Sixty-four patients with mild to moderate psoriasis were included. Patients were randomly divided into treatment (n═32) and control (n═32) groups. The treatment group received Lactocare® and the control group received a placebo (two times daily for 12 weeks). Eight patients from the intervention group and 18 patients from the control group discontinued the study because of the recent COVID-19 condition. For routine trace element analysis, the blood samples were collected from all patients at the baseline as well as week 12 post-treatment. The serum was then isolated and the serum levels of trace elements including Fe, K, Ca, Mg, P, Zn, Na, and Cu were measured using an automatic electrolyte analyzer. For confirmation of the effect of Lactocare® on the alteration of serum levels of trace elements, intra-group analysis was performed at two interval times: baseline and week 12 post-treatment. RESULTS The serum levels of K, P, and Ca in the placebo group were significantly higher than that of the treatment group at baseline. Serum levels of Zn and Ca were significantly higher in the treatment group compared to the placebo group at week 12 post-treatment. Moreover, a significantly lower serum level of K, P, and Ca in the treatment group at the baseline compared to the placebo group was compensated on week 12 post-treatment. Intra-group analysis in the treatment group showed that the serum levels of Fe, Ca, Mg, P, Zn, and Na was significantly increased at week 12 post-treatment compared to baseline levels. Whereas, intra-group analysis in the control group showed only Ca has a significant difference between baseline and week 12 post-treatment. CONCLUSION The serum levels of Fe, Zn, P, Mg, Ca, and Na are increased significantly 12 weeks after oral administration of Lactocare® in psoriatic patients. The serum level of Fe and Cu is affected by sex at pre- and post-treatment. This study supports the concept that Lactocare® exerts beneficial effects in the gastrointestinal tract to improve mineral absorption in psoriatic patients.
3. The role of gut microbiome in inflammatory skin disorders: A systematic review.
Widhiati, S, Purnomosari, D, Wibawa, T, Soebono, H
Dermatology reports. 2022;14(1):9188
Gut-skin axis refers to the complex cross-talk between gut bacteria and skin. Although the exact mechanism underlying chronic inflammatory skin conditions is unknown, imbalances in the composition of gut microbes are believed to play a role. Twenty-three studies were included in this systematic review to assess whether gut microbial imbalance may contribute to inflammatory skin conditions such as Psoriasis, Acne Vulgaris, Atopic Dermatitis, and Urticaria. According to this systematic review, immune stimulation, inflammation, and disruption of bacterial composition are common mechanisms in all these skin disorders. A western diet and environmental exposures are found to be contributing to the disruption of bacteria and the pathology of these skin disorders. It has been observed that friendly gut bacteria such as Bifidobacterium are reduced in people with inflammatory skin conditions, whereas elevated levels of pathogenic bacteria such as E. coli and Proteobacteria are present in the gut of patients with inflammatory skin conditions. The abundance of anti-inflammatory bacteria such as Akkermansia muciniphila, Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, Clostridium leptum, Lactobacillus, and Bifidobacterium may protect against inflammatory skin conditions. Further robust studies are required to evaluate the pathogenesis behind inflammatory skin conditions as well as the involvement of gut bacteria in the development and progression of the disease. Healthcare professionals can gain a deeper understanding of gut bacteria that contribute to the pathology of inflammatory diseases as well as how clinically using anti-inflammatory bacterial species may improve the condition of individuals suffering from inflammatory skin conditions.
The close relationship between the intestine and the skin has been widely stated, seen from gastrointestinal (GI) disorders often accompanied by skin manifestations. Exactly how the gut microbiome is related to skin inflammation and influences the pathophysiology mechanism of skin disorders are still unclear. Many studies have shown a two-way relationship between gut and skin associated with GI health and skin homeostasis and allostasis. This systematic review aimed to explore the associations between the gut microbiome with inflammatory skin disorders, such as acne, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and urticaria, and to discover the advanced concept of this relationship. The literature search was limited to any articles published up to December 2020 using PubMed and EBSCOHost. The review followed the PRISMA guidelines for conducting a systematic review. Of the 319 articles screened based on title and abstract, 111 articles underwent full-text screening. Of these, 23 articles met our inclusion criteria, comprising 13 atopic dermatitis (AD), three psoriasis, four acne vulgaris, and four chronic urticaria articles. Acne vulgaris, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and chronic urticaria are inflammation skin disorders that were studied recently to ascertain the relationship of these disorders with dysbiosis of the GI microbiome. All acne vulgaris, psoriasis, and chronic urticaria studies stated the association of gut microbiome with skin manifestations. However, the results in atopic dermatitis are still conflicting. Most of the articles agree that Bifidobacterium plays an essential role as anti-inflammation bacteria, and Proteobacteria and Enterobacteria impact inflammation in inflammatory skin disorders.
4. Impact of Blueberry Consumption on the Human Fecal Bileacidome: A Pilot Study of Bile Acid Modulation by Freeze-Dried Blueberry.
Gagnon, W, Garneau, V, Trottier, J, Verreault, M, Couillard, C, Roy, D, Marette, A, Drouin-Chartier, JP, Vohl, MC, Barbier, O
Primary bile acids (BAs) are made in the liver from cholesterol. They are released into the small intestine, where they aid fat digestion and absorption. Most BAs are reabsorbed from the gut, yet a small amount gets modified by the gut bacteria, forming secondary BAs destined for faecal excretion. Excess secondary BAs have negative health consequences. The different types of primary BAs influence many physiological functions. Such as glucose regulation, fat metabolism and absorption, intestinal inflammation and immunity, as well as gut bacteria diversity. For optimal BA metabolism, they are tightly regulated by the body, as minimal changes in BA pool and composition can have a significant impact on overall health. The composition of the BA pool can be influenced by gut bacteria, metabolic disorders, pathologies of the liver and gut, and diet. Dietary polyphenols, a plant-based compound, have been of particular interest here. This study sought to investigate the impact of supplementary freeze-dried blueberry powder (BBP), a rich polyphenol source, on the faecal BA pool composition in people at risk of metabolic syndrome. For this 11 men and 13 women were supplemented for 8 weeks. When compared to the data before the intervention, no significant changes in total BAs were observed. However, the composition of the BA pool changed leading to the accumulation of particular BAs and a reduction in secondary BA levels. This suggested that the consumption of blueberries can be considered a potential clinical intervention to aid the elimination of toxic secondary BAs. As the mechanisms leading to such modifications and their consequences for human health are complex, the authors advocate for investigation in larger population groups and also alert that such changes may be subject to interindividual variability and health status.
Cholesterol-derived bile acids (BAs) affect numerous physiological functions such as glucose homeostasis, lipid metabolism and absorption, intestinal inflammation and immunity, as well as intestinal microbiota diversity. Diet influences the composition of the BA pool. In the present study, we analyzed the impact of a dietary supplementation with a freeze-dried blueberry powder (BBP) on the fecal BA pool composition. The diet of 11 men and 13 women at risk of metabolic syndrome was supplemented with 50 g/day of BBP for 8 weeks, and feces were harvested before (pre) and after (post) BBP consumption. BAs were profiled using liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry. No significant changes in total BAs were detected when comparing pre- vs. post-BBP consumption samples. However, post-BBP consumption samples exhibited significant accumulations of glycine-conjugated BAs (p = 0.04), glycochenodeoxycholic (p = 0.01), and glycoursodeoxycholic (p = 0.01) acids, as well as a significant reduction (p = 0.03) in the secondary BA levels compared with pre-BBP feces. In conclusion, the fecal bileacidome is significantly altered after the consumption of BBP for 8 weeks. While additional studies are needed to fully understand the underlying mechanisms and physiological implications of these changes, our data suggest that the consumption of blueberries can modulate toxic BA elimination.
5. A Hot Water Extract of Curcuma longa L. Improves Fasting Serum Glucose Levels in Participants with Low-Grade Inflammation: Reanalysis of Data from Two Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trials.
Uchio, R, Okuda-Hanafusa, C, Saji, R, Kawasaki, K, Muroyama, K, Murosaki, S, Yamamoto, Y, Hirose, Y
Chronic low-grade inflammation plays a significant role in the development of type 2 diabetes. The hot water extract of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, as well as the ability to lower blood glucose levels in animal models. Curcuma longa L. extract may improve systemic glucose levels by reducing insulin resistance and pancreatic β-cell dysfunction. In this study, the results from two randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials were reanalysed to assess the effects of hot water extract of C. longa on serum glucose levels in overweight individuals with low-grade inflammation. When compared to the placebo group, participants in the Curcuma longa L. group with high hs-CRP levels showed significant improvements in serum hs-CRP levels and fasting blood glucose levels. Healthcare professionals can use the results of this study to understand the potential beneficial effects of Curcuma longa L. extract on systemic glucose regulation in overweight individuals with low-grade inflammation. Further robust research is needed to investigate the effect of Curcuma longa L. extract on reducing proinflammatory cytokines and suppressing the activation of the NF-kB signalling pathway.
The dietary spice Curcuma longa L. (C. longa), also known as turmeric, has various biological effects. A hot water extract of C. longa was shown to have anti-inflammatory activities in preclinical and clinical studies. Chronic low-grade inflammation is associated with the disruption of glucose homeostasis, but the effect of C. longa extract on glucose metabolism in humans is poorly understood. Therefore, we investigated the effect of C. longa extracts on serum glucose levels in the presence of low-grade inflammation. We reanalyzed our published data from two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials in overweight participants aged 50 to 69 years and performed a stratified analysis using the inflammatory marker high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP). In both studies, participants took a test food with a hot water extract of C. longa (C. longa extract group, n = 45 per study) or without C. longa extract (placebo group, n = 45 per study) daily for 12 weeks, and we measured the levels of serum hsCRP and fasting serum glucose. The mean baseline hsCRP value was used to stratify participants into two subgroups: a low-hsCRP subgroup (baseline mean hsCRP < 0.098 mg/dL) and a high-hsCRP subgroup (baseline mean hsCRP ≥ 0.098 mg/dL). In the low-hsCRP subgroup, we found no significant difference in fasting serum glucose levels between the two groups in either study, but in the high-hsCRP subgroup, the C. longa extract group had significantly lower levels of serum hsCRP (p < 0.05) and fasting serum glucose (p < 0.05) than the placebo group in both studies. In conclusion, a hot water extract of C. longa may help to improve systemic glucose metabolism in people with chronic low-grade inflammation.
6. Efficacy and Safety of Curcumin and Curcuma longa Extract in the Treatment of Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trial.
Zeng, L, Yang, T, Yang, K, Yu, G, Li, J, Xiang, W, Chen, H
Frontiers in immunology. 2022;13:891822
Arthritic disease is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting one or more joints. Over 100 different forms of arthritis have been identified. Despite their different causes (i.e. degenerative, autoimmune), they share common symptoms such as joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced mobility, which can be disabling in many cases. Drug treatment focuses mainly on limiting the progression of the disease, reducing joint inflammation and managing pain. However, these drugs are associated with many side effects. The rhizome of Curcuma longa (CL), also known as turmeric, has longstanding use as an anti-inflammatory in traditional Asian medicines. Research has affirmed its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. Evidence from multiple clinical trials suggests that curcumin, one of the active compounds of CL, can reduce the subjective experience of pain in some conditions and can also improve the symptoms and inflammation associated with arthritis. Hence this systematic review sought to evaluate the efficacy and safety of CL-extract in 5 types of arthritis (including Ankylosing Spondylitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis and gout). The review included 29 randomized controlled trials involving 2396 participants, with dosages ranging from 120 mg to 1500 mg for a period of 4-36 weeks. Overall, curcumin and CL extract appeared to improve inflammation and pain levels in arthritic subjects whilst demonstrating safety with no increases in adverse effects. CL and its active constituents appeared to favourably change immune and inflammatory responses, as well as serum uric acid levels in the reviewed forms of arthritis. However, due to the small sample numbers in the trials and some lower quality studies, the authors advocate to interpret the results with caution until more solid evidence is available.
Background: Modern pharmacological research found that the chemical components of Curcuma longa L. are mainly curcumin and turmeric volatile oil. Several recent randomized controlled trials (RCT) have shown that curcumin improves symptoms and inflammation in patients with arthritis. Methods: Pubmed, Cochran Library, CNKI, and other databases were searched to collect the randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Then, the risk of bias of RCTs were assessed and data of RCTs were extracted. Finally, RevMan 5.3 was utilized for meta-analysis. Results: Twenty-nine (29) RCTs involving 2396 participants and 5 types of arthritis were included. The arthritis included Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoarthritis (OA), Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and gout/hyperuricemia. Curcumin and Curcuma longa Extract were administered in doses ranging from 120 mg to 1500 mg for a duration of 4-36 weeks. In general, Curcumin and Curcuma longa Extract showed safety in all studies and improved the severity of inflammation and pain levels in these arthritis patients. However, more RCTs are needed in the future to elucidate the effect of Curcumin and Curcuma longa Extract supplementation in patients with arthritis, including RA, OA, AS and JIA. Conclusion: Curcumin and Curcuma longa Extract may improve symptoms and inflammation levels in people with arthritis. However, due to the low quality and small quantity of RCTs, the conclusions need to be interpreted carefully.
7. Effects of vitamin C stimulation on rehabilitation of dysphagia after stroke: a randomized trial.
Wang, J, Chang, E, Jiang, Y
European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine. 2022;58(4):558-564
Stroke refers to a clinical syndrome of localized or global brain dysfunction caused by cerebrovascular disease. It has the characteristics of rapid onset, high morbidity, high mortality, and high disability. After a stroke, various dysfunction can be caused, and dysphagia is one of the most common symptoms. The acidity of vitamin C can promote the secretion of saliva by stimulating the tongue, which can accelerate the swallowing action, thereby improving the swallowing function. The aim of this study was to explore the effects of vitamin C stimulation on the rehabilitation process, Nourishment State Index and immune function indicator of stroke patients with dysphagia. This study is a randomised controlled trial which enrolled 120 participants with dysphagia. The participants were randomly assigned into control group and vitamin C stimulation group, with 60 cases in each group. Results show that vitamin C acid stimulation significantly improves rehabilitation, and the Nourishment State Index and Immune Function Index of stroke patients with dysphagia. Authors conclude that Vitamin C acid stimulation can further improve the nutritional status and immune function after stroke and promote post-operative recovery of patients. Thus, vitamin C stimulation therapy can be widely used in stroke rehabilitation management.
BACKGROUND Stroke is a clinical syndrome of localized or global brain dysfunction caused by cerebrovascular disease. AIM: The aim of this study was to explore the effect of vitamin C acid stimulation on the rehabilitation process, Nourishment State Index and immune function indicators of stroke patients with dysphagia. DESIGN This is a prospective cohort study. SETTING This study was conducted at our hospital. POPULATION We analyzed stroke patients with dysphagia. METHODS A total of 120 stroke patients with dysphagia were randomly divided into a routine group and a test group, with 60 cases in each group. Routine swallowing training was performed in the routine group, and the test group was stimulated with vitamin C acid. The water swallow test (WST) and video fluoroscopic swallowing study (VFSS) were used to compare the rehabilitation of dysphagia in the two groups. Nourishment State Index was evaluated by BMI, serum albumin, total serum protein and hemoglobin. Immune Function Index was evaluated by IgA, IgM and IgG. RESULTS Compared with the control group, the WST level of patients treated with vitamin C acid stimulation intervention were significantly reduced, and the VFSS score were significantly increased. Serum levels of hemoglobin, albumin, total protein, IgA, IgM and IgG in the vitamin C acid stimulation group were remarkably increased than those in the control group. CONCLUSIONS Vitamin C acid stimulation exhibits a good application effect in patients with dysphagia after stroke. Moreover, vitamin C acid stimulation can further improve the nutritional status and immune function after stroke and promote postoperative recovery of patients. Therefore, we believe that vitamin C stimulation therapy can be widely used in stroke rehabilitation management. CLINICAL REHABILITATION IMPACT Vitamin C acid stimulation significantly improves rehabilitation of stroke patients with dysphagia and ameliorates the nutritional status and immune function of patients.
8. Prognostic and Therapeutic Role of Vitamin D in COVID-19: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Dissanayake, HA, de Silva, NL, Sumanatilleke, M, de Silva, SDN, Gamage, KKK, Dematapitiya, C, Kuruppu, DC, Ranasinghe, P, Pathmanathan, S, Katulanda, P
The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism. 2022;107(5):1484-1502
Vitamin D is implicated in optimum function of the immune system. Its deficiency has been linked to susceptibility to respiratory infections. It is postulated that vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency is also associated with COVID-19. The aim of this study was to determine the association between vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency and susceptibility to COVID-19, its severity, mortality and role of vitamin D in its treatment. This study is a systematic review and meta-analysis of seventy-six publications. Results show increased odds of developing COVID-19, progression to severe COVID-19 and death in people with vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency. In fact, people who developed COVID-19, severe COVID-19 and fatal disease had lower 25-hydroxy vitamin D concentration compared to people without COVID-19 or non-severe COVID-19 or non-fatal COVID-19 respectively. Authors conclude that Vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency may increase the risk of developing COVID-19 infection and susceptibility to more severe disease.
PURPOSE Vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency may increase the susceptibility to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). We aimed to determine the association between vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency and susceptibility to COVID-19, its severity, mortality, and role of vitamin D in its treatment. METHODS We searched CINAHL, Cochrane library, EMBASE, PubMED, Scopus, and Web of Science up to May 30, 2021, for observational studies on association between vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency and susceptibility to COVID-19, severe disease, and death among adults, and, randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing vitamin D treatment against standard care or placebo, in improving severity or mortality among adults with COVID-19. Risk of bias was assessed using Newcastle-Ottawa scale for observational studies and AUB-KQ1 Cochrane tool for RCTs. Study-level data were analyzed using RevMan 5.3 and R (v4.1.0). Heterogeneity was determined by I2 and sources were explored through prespecified sensitivity analyses, subgroup analyses, and meta-regressions. RESULTS Of 1877 search results, 76 studies satisfying eligibility criteria were included. Seventy-two observational studies were included in the meta-analysis (n = 1 976 099). Vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency increased the odds of developing COVID-19 (odds ratio [OR] 1.46; 95% CI, 1.28-1.65; P < 0.0001; I2 = 92%), severe disease (OR 1.90; 95% CI, 1.52-2.38; P < 0.0001; I2 = 81%), and death (OR 2.07; 95% CI, 1.28-3.35; P = 0.003; I2 = 73%). The 25-hydroxy vitamin D concentrations were lower in individuals with COVID-19 compared with controls (mean difference [MD] -3.85 ng/mL; 95% CI, -5.44 to -2.26; P ≤ 0.0001), in patients with severe COVID-19 compared with controls with nonsevere COVID-19 (MD -4.84 ng/mL; 95% CI, -7.32 to -2.35; P = 0.0001) and in nonsurvivors compared with survivors (MD -4.80 ng/mL; 95% CI, -7.89 to -1.71; P = 0.002). The association between vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency and death was insignificant when studies with high risk of bias or studies reporting unadjusted effect estimates were excluded. Risk of bias and heterogeneity were high across all analyses. Discrepancies in timing of vitamin D testing, definitions of severe COVID-19, and vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency partly explained the heterogeneity. Four RCTs were widely heterogeneous precluding meta-analysis. CONCLUSION Multiple observational studies involving nearly 2 million adults suggest vitamin D deficiency/insufficiency increases susceptibility to COVID-19 and severe COVID-19, although with a high risk of bias and heterogeneity. Association with mortality was less robust. Heterogeneity in RCTs precluded their meta-analysis.
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9. Meta-analysis of the efficacy of probiotics to treat diarrhea.
Wang, F, Zhao, T, Wang, W, Dai, Q, Ma, X
Medicine. 2022;101(38):e30880
Probiotics may supplement the intestinal microbiota and improve its microbiota characteristics. The effects of probiotics include improvement of mucosal barrier function, promotion of visceral hypersensitivity, effects on gastrointestinal motility, and regulation of immune responses. The aim of this study was to collect the published randomized controlled trials of probiotics in the treatment of diarrhoea and to strictly evaluate and systematically analyse them, in order to provide a basis for the clinical application of probiotics. This study is a systematic review and meta-analysis of 16 publications with a total of 1585 patients. Results show that probiotics are safe and effective for improving the diarrhoea and related discomfort. Authors conclude that probiotic supplements may be a possible solution for the treatment of diarrhoea.
BACKGROUND To collect the published trials of probiotics in the treatment of diarrhea and to strictly evaluate and systematically analyze the efficacy of probiotics use for the prevention and treatment of patients with diarrhea. METHODS We searched domestic and foreign literature published between January 2016 and July 2022 to find randomized control trials that used probiotics to treat diarrhea. Only studies published in English were considered. The quality of the included literatures was assessed by using the methods provided in the Cochrane Handbook. Valid data were extracted and analyzed by meta- analysis using the Software RevMan5.2. RESULTS Total 16 trials and 1585 patients were included. The results of the meta- analysis showed that in comparison with the simple Western medicine treatment group or placebo, the added use of probiotics could improve stool frequency, stool morphology, and related irritable bowel syndrome symptoms. CONCLUSION The added use of probiotics can further improve clinical outcomes in the patients with diarrhea; however, the implementation of larger and higher quality clinical trials is necessary to verify this conclusion.
10. Meta-Analysis of the Effect of Dietary Care on Nausea and Vomiting in Oncology Chemotherapy Patients.
He, J, Xiong, Y, Mo, D, Tang, M
Contrast media & molecular imaging. 2022;2022:3163230
A good diet can provide cancer patients with reasonable and adequate nutrition and strengthen their own immunity, thus enhancing their ability to fight against the adverse effects of cancer treatment. Chemotherapy, as an important treatment for malignant tumours, kills cancer cells and also kills normal cells that are actively proliferating in the body. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of dietary interventions for the relief of nausea and vomiting after chemotherapy and to provide evidence to support the development of clinical care protocols by summarizing the literature of relevant randomized controlled trials at home and abroad. This study is a systematic review and meta-analysis of 5 studies. Results showed that dietary care reduced the occurrence of nausea and vomiting in chemotherapy patients in general, and the short-term effects were more pronounced. Furthermore, dietary care interventions have a positive effect on the quality-of-life improvement in chemotherapy patients. Dietary care can alleviate the symptoms of nausea and vomiting in tumour chemotherapy patients and improve the quality of life of short-term chemotherapy tumour patients. Authors conclude that effective dietary care can effectively improve the digestive symptoms of chemotherapy cancer patients and reduce and prevent all kinds of digestive reactions, which is worth promoting in cancer clinical care.
Objective: To evaluate the effect of dietary care on chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in oncology patients. Methods: A retrospective analysis of digestive symptoms was conducted in cancer patients admitted to our hospital, who received chemotherapy, and corresponding effective dietary care countermeasures were adopted. Results: After the nursing intervention, the incidence of digestive symptoms was significantly reduced, the quality of life was significantly improved (59.92 ± 6.57) vs. (37.95 ± 7.50), and the nursing satisfaction was significantly higher (91.67% vs. 69.44%), with statistically significant differences (P < 0.05). Meta-analysis showed that short-term (0 to 3 months) dietary care could alleviate nausea and vomiting symptoms in chemotherapy patients (P < 0.001) and improve the survival quality of oncology patients (P < 0.01). The effect of long-term (3-6 months) dietary care on the control of nausea and vomiting symptoms in chemotherapy patients was certain (P < 0.05), but the effect on the improvement of their quality of life (P > 0.05) was unclear. Conclusion: Dietary care can alleviate the symptoms of nausea and vomiting in tumor chemotherapy patients and improve the quality of life of short-term chemotherapy tumor patients, so it can be recommended to strengthen the dietary management for tumor patients receiving chemotherapy. Patients receiving chemotherapy should be given corresponding dietary nutritional care according to their clinical symptoms in order to alleviate their adverse reactions, enhance their own immunity, and improve the prognosis of cancer patients.
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With a giggle, she said, ''Yes!' ' Johnson proposed in Aspen, where he has a home, a week ago Thursday, according to Crissie Otis, one of Kelley's best friends, who says: ''She's glowing. She is so happy, it gives me chills to think about it.' ' Phleger, whose romance with San Francisco Supervisor Gavin Newsom ended last year around June, was introduced to Johnson by mutual friends at Summer Tompkins Walker's 30th birthday party last June.


1 Finding Affordable Dental Implants in Panhandle, Texas– Why So Pricey?
5 How Do I Get Dental Implants in Panhandle TX?
You thought every little thing was great. No person showed up to notice that you were missing out on a few teeth, and afterwards somebody crossed the line. You were provided granny sandals and a crocheted blanket for Christmas, the pointer being that it was time to crinkle up on the sofa with your pet cat and a glass of cozy milk.
Finding Affordable Dental Implants in Panhandle, Texas– Why So Pricey?
Shedding your teeth has actually started to make you look old. You barely talk to anybody any longer anyway, so why not resolve in for a very early nap? Nonsense! You do not have to settle when affordable dental implants are simply a telephone call away.
Maybe family members will certainly be a lot more direct as well as skillful regarding it, however a person requires to tell you that affordable dental implants can be life-changing. Discovering affordable dental implants begins with an internet search as well as the readiness to travel a little bit. Possibilities are you will certainly have to go to a significant city to find a dental expert who makes it his business to use inexpensive dental solutions to people who need them. It might seem like false economy if you need to pay for train tickets or gas, but just keep in mind the distinction in cost and it soon becomes clear: taking a trip is well worth the effort to have your smile once again.
The factor dental implants are so pricey is that great deals of individuals get involved in making them, placing them as well as finishing them. Add this to the expense of products plus the dental professional's helicopter charges, as well as soon you will certainly need to market your vehicle to be able to eat steak once again.
How Do I Get Dental Implants in Panhandle TX?
Dental professionals could reduce expenses by doing what every consumer does to save cash: acquiring wholesale. Since there is no such point as an inadequate dental practitioner, it is clear that these procedures occur typically enough for an expert to acquire materials beforehand. Moreover, if he is educated, he could perform more of the work himself as opposed to sending you to a different individual to deal with each section of the procedure. All of this might save you money, after you request for a strong sedative to obtain you with the process.
Most of these oral methods market solutions over the internet. Web advertising and marketing aids to keep prices down and also get to more individuals, while broadening their customer base at the exact same time. More customers as well as lower media prices amount to cost savings we can pass on to clients. Make certain to request a price analysis for the dental implants when you see one of our dental practitioners.
Think about capitalizing on these services before any person has to trigger you. Shock them with a new smile. The benefits begin with self esteem, which is vital to living a complete life. Not every person that sheds teeth will certainly be senior. Lots of youngsters experience oral problems or injuries which bring about tooth loss. When you can not grin or talk freely, this cuts you off from people and also obstructs your chances of success, particularly if you desire to operate in a customer support capacity.
Even worse still, your jaw requires teeth in it to remain healthy. Without anything to sustain, your jaw starts to run out like a muscle that never ever gets utilized. Your mouth will certainly transform form to make sure that, even if you intend to obtain dentures at some point, they will not fit. Act rapidly to avoid this from taking place and also provide us a telephone call today.
The benefit of selecting affordable dental implants over dentures is that they will aid you to maintain bone mass, whereas dentures do not. You have just as great a chance of losing bone if you put on dentures as you do without teeth.
Even dentures could be placed in your mouth semi-permanently. Your dental practitioner will certainly repair them to a variety of blog posts so that you take hip hop lessons without shedding them. While the screaming of your fellow dancers or the target market as they go flying can be amazing, the regulation of 'finders keepers' can spell your downfall for discovering affordable dental implants.
Pay little focus to the price of your friend's procedure. Her mouth is different from your own, so the solutions you need will not set you back the same quantity. It can take much longer for your treatment to be completed. Extra materials might be called for. Bone grafting could be required prior to any type of further job could be done. Try not to be daunted, though.
When choosing affordable dental implants, simply locate out just what sort of anesthetic services are offered at the exact same time. This should put you at your simplicity. You might be asleep during. If your main worry concerning going to the dental expert is that you are merely afraid, this is particularly convenient. A fear of dental experts prevails, yet is often avoidable. Do not enjoy 'Little Shop of Horrors' or 'Marathon Man,' as well as you could be just fine.
Maybe family participants will be a lot more direct and also skillful regarding it, however a person needs to tell you that affordable dental implants could be life-altering. Finding affordable dental implants begins with a net search as well as the desire to travel a little bit. While the screaming of your fellow dancers or the audience as they go flying can be interesting, the guideline of 'finders keepers' can mean your downfall for finding affordable dental implants.
When picking affordable dental implants, just discover out exactly what kind of anesthetic solutions are offered at the very same time.


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Life, Love & Turkey Steggles ebook – download your FREE COPY today!
I'm super excited to finally be writing this post that will officially launch my new ebook, Life, Love & Turkey, written in conjunction iconic Aussie brand, Steggles!
When we first started talking about a book to show how healthy and versatile turkey is, it seemed like a distant dream to get it to the point where it was ready to share with you.
Turkey is often thought of as a Christmas food, but with new cuts and mince available in your supermarket fridge it can be used in many of your favourite recipes.
You know I try to be healthy, but I'm not crazily regimental about it. I eat ice cream and I drink wine, but I share neither with my kids because I'm selfish, and they are too young to fully grasp the health benefits of both of these things.
A healthy family isn't just down to how you eat, and The Steggles gang and I wanted to bring you a lifestyle book that highlights all the different ways you can help your family to be happy and healthy.
It's about being active together, getting enough rest, and managing your stress. It's about a healthy mind and healthy lifestyle. Health and happiness is as much about attitude as is it about lifestyle.
With simple recipes of family favourites that I have tweaked to incorporate lean turkey with little twists to keep them clean and low in fat, my Life, Love & Turkey ebook will be a go-to in your repertoire in no time.
You can download your own FREE copy of our healthy lifestyle recipe book Life, Love & Turkey here and then pop over to the Steggles Facebook page from midday today and tell them how you live a healthy way every day to go in the running to win one of 5 Steggles Fitness packs, bursting with Steggles merchandise, Steggles turkey and a $100 Lorna Jane voucher.
The competition runs until March 30th.
Keep it together, don't crumble… Unless it's Rhubarb and Pear Crumble.
Awesome Danielle!! We are really looking forward to trying your gobble smacking recipes! Congratulations honey!! You are a legend!


This is the Australian away soccer jersey made by Nike. This Australian away soccer shirt will be worn by the Socceroos in their campaign at the 2010 World Cup.
The Australian Socceroos World Cup away jersey was officially unveiled by Nike on February 25, 2010. Here is a photo of the Australian away strip, modelled by Vince Grella. The away kit has been made using recycled plastic bottles.
Shop for the Socceroos away strip online at WorldSoccerShop.com.
Socceroos 2010 Away Jersey at Nike Australia.
The photo below is a design of the Australian away football shirt was submitted by kit manufacturers Nike to the European patents office.
WHAT A SHOCKER!!! LOOKS LIKE SOMETHING YOU'LD EXPECT TO SEE 'KNODDY-THE-TOYMAN' WEARING IN A CARTOON. NIKE OUGHT TO BE ASHAMED OF THEMSELVES !!!!
Yeah this looks crap. Why the hell is there blue? it should be green. I don't know what to say..it just looks silly. I hope they play better then they are going to look. Go Dragons.
I think it looks really good, in the last world cup it was just all navy. I like the yellow strip & the blue. The home jersey will have to be pretty good to beat it.
yeah,I think nothing's wrong with the colour.


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I couldn't decide which I liked better. I really couldn't. The heat is on between Andrew Lee and Simon Liu with this most recent Iron Builder. I (along with many other girls my age) really find Hugh Jackman's Wolverine easy on the eyes, so there's a point there. But the GRID is just so stunning.
I don't envy the judges.
Moving along, Project Azazel brings the films central moment to life with an outstanding diorama he simply titles: "The Wolverine".


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We developed a sophisticated aerospace control system in less than two months.
42 Technology partnered with electronics manufacturer Briton EMS to help the Aircraft Research Association – ARA – develop and launch an innovative new research tool for use within its high-speed wind tunnel in Bedford. We developed a sophisticated control system for ARA's new gust generator, the first of its kind in the world capable of simulating gusts at transonic, or cruising, speeds that are typically experienced by aircraft.
The new generator will help drive new research into improving understanding of how turbulence affects aircraft performance and is part of an investment at ARA in new systems and services, funded to the order of £9M by the Aerospace Technology Institute. The tool could help aerospace manufacturers to modify their aircraft designs or to develop systems to compensate for gusts, leading to smoother flights.
42 Technology has been instrumental in helping us meet the demanding delivery deadlines for this large-scale project. Their engineers worked very well alongside our in-house team to develop and integrate the control system and to help us launch a world first for aerospace research.
42 Technology and Briton EMS — who have frequently worked together for industrial and consumer electronics clients — teamed up with ARA's in-house engineering team to design, manufacture and install the control system for the new generator. 42 Technology designed the system to link the generator's control desk with a network of 1800 solenoid valves, each of which needs to be opened and closed within 20 milliseconds to deliver the required gust profiles. The control system is housed in four two-metre high electronics cabinets and was completed from initial design to installation in under two months.


Announcement follows county's paying a hefty settlement to former director of public health.
Joanne Fuller, the director of the Multnomah County Health Department abruptly announced her retirement today—and that retirement is also effective today.
Fuller has led the health department, which has 1,400 employees and a budget of $336 million since 2013. She previously served as the county's chief operating officer.
The move comes on the heels of the county's decision to pay a six-figure settlement to Tricia Tillman, whom Fuller recently fired.
Tillman is African American and her dismissal after what were reportedly glowing personnel reviews brought other county employees forward with complaints about disparate treatment for county employees.
As some of you know, I have been thinking about retiring for some time. I have decided that now is the time. I will be leaving my position as Multnomah County Health Department Director at close of business today. I am grateful that it is possible for me to step back from high pressure full time work and pursue my many other passions.
It has been the highest honor for me to work with the wonderful employees of Multnomah County for 29 plus years. Multnomah County employees have a unusual combination of smarts, caring, skills and commitment that makes our local government special. All of you come to work everyday ready to serve our whole community. This community needs you and you are always there. I will miss working with all of you and wish you the very best.
County chair Deborah Kafoury, Fuller's boss, issued a statement on Fuller's retirement.


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Commonpoint Queens - Samuel Field Y
58-20 Little Neck Parkway
All employees must present proof of vaccination.
Commonpoint Queens is a social services organization that meets the diverse and evolving needs in our borough--a place where people of all ages and backgrounds come together to find support, access opportunities, and build connections to community throughout their lives. Guided by the Jewish values of service and justice, we were founded to support our local Jewish community, which we continue to do today. As the demographics have evolved over six decades, we have extended our reach in the community across dozens of sites in Queens, including the Sam Field Center and Central Queens, where many of our programs are based. You can come to Commonpoint Queens for early childhood programs, summer camp, senior services, mental health resources, support during crisis, wellness, and everything in between.
STATEMENT OF THE JOB
An individual hired as the Comptroller will report directly to the agency's Chief Financial Officer (CFO).This person will own and manage the overall accounting and financial activities of the agency, under the supervision and guidance of the CFO.
The Comptroller will have the following duties and responsibilities:
Monitor of accounting procedures, internal controls (implementing, monitoring, enhancing, development, and compliance), and database management.
Ensure that all accounting transactions are appropriately implemented and authorized.Serve as the agency's primary liaison with banks on all accounts.
Substantiate and review expenditures, ensures correct coding to cost centers, particularly government contracts for accurate billings.
Prepare a monthly closing report for review by the CFO, including monthly general ledger reconciliation and departmental budgets and regular P & L reporting. Develop new fiscal policies and procedures based on findings in these monthly reports.
Ensure program management tools and systems are in compliance with the fiscal policies.
Provide monthly variance analysis to all programs and resolve discrepancies, including preparation of cost and staff allocation analysis by department.
Support fee-based division directors to create financial models for profit optimization
Allocate monthly shared costs and uploading into MIPs Abila.
Lead the agency's annual budgeting process for government contracts and fee-based divisions.
Lead annual financial audits.
Other duties as assigned, including systems implementation and agency-wide staff training.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration; MBA a plus; CPA preferred.
Strong accounting knowledge and detail-oriented.
Strong operating knowledge of NYC and NYS government funding.
Strong knowledge of MS Excel (Pivot Table, Vlookup, and other functions).
Demonstrated competency in the preparation of Audits, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Projections, Cost Analysis, and Profit & Loss Reports.
Work effectively with a diversified fiscal team in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge and skill in the preparation and monitoring of complex Bank Reconciliations, Accounts Receivable and Payable, Payroll functions, and monthly closings.
Experience in nonprofit organizations is a plus.
Experience and knowledge in the use and development of Integrative Computerized Accounting Software packages and Data Platforms.
Demonstrated leadership and team building skills.
Demonstrated cultural competency through familiarity in working with people from a very diverse number of backgrounds.
Facility and creativity with pervasive technical and computer skills, concepts and knowledge.
Advance computer literate, including system design and implementation.
Experience developing and executing monthly reports, meeting with both Executive and program teams to review, and developing responsive fiscal policy.
Experience providing professional development relative to fiscal operations.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to travel to multiple service sites within the agency.
Commonpoint Queens is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Commonpoint Queens is a non-profit, multi service agency with a flagship site in Forest Hills and 33 additional sites throughout the community that provides a diverse array of programs and services to over 35,000. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.


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Port Expansion Issue, Chapter....
The shaggy dog story of the Port Expansion issue 2008
In April 2008, Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport of the Valencia Government submitted a proposal for the expansion of Xàbia port.
See: Ministry Proposal for Port Expansion
Soon after, a public meeting was convened in the Cinema in the Port, at which the BLOC party of the governing coalition explained its opposition to the scheme. Meanwhile both the Socialist PSOE and conservative Partido Popular expressed their support for the proposal, but with caveats. The sole CJD councillor expressed unreserved support. Nueva Javea's comment were equivocal.
On May 14th the Agenda21 peoples' forum rejected the proposal.
See: Agenda21 unanimously rejects Port expansion
On June 3rd the Agenda21 Peoples' forum agreed the text of an open letter to be sent to government departments, NGOs and Brussels.
See: Agenda21 open letter on the Port Issue
On June 24th 2008 Levante reported that the director general of Ports, Carlos Eleno, said that unless there is evidence by July 1st that Xàbia rejects Port expansion, the Conselleria will go ahead with the plan. Nueva Jávea was expected to table a motion to reject the project at the next Xàbia Council Meeting.
Click here for original article.
Come June 26th and the Council meeting, there was no motion. Rescheduling of the meeting (from the evening to 1.00pm) to enable everyone to watch Spain beat Russia in the European cup (3-0) meant that late questions and motions could not be introduced. However (according to Levante again) the Mayor said that he had not received any formal notification of any deadline.
On June 27th it was announced that there would be a special Council meeting on July 2nd at 9.00pm at which a motion will be put forward that the Municipality rejects any expansion of the Port and instead looks at redeveloping the current harbour area and expanding facilities at the Canal de la Fontana, including a dry dock, and to urge the Government to declare the entire Xàbia coastline as a "Protected Landscape" The Motion included a chronological account of repeated proposals for marina and port development.
See Motion on Port Expansion.
On July 2nd The Motion to reject the Port expansion proposal was approved by 11 votes for, and none against.
See Javea Rejects plan to expand the Port
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A MASSIVE increase in housing will put a huge strain on services and facilities in West Ealing, according to a residents' group.
A MASSIVE increase in housing will put a huge strain on services and facilities in West Ealing, according to a residents' group.
West Ealing Neighbours (WEN) has responded to Ealing Council's local development framework, which includes projected housing provision from 2011 to 2026.
The plans include a proposal to build 9,788 homes along the Uxbridge Road corridor, 1,245 of them in West Ealing.
David Highton, chairman of WEN, said: "The plans do not include any expansion of health or education services and the council's consultation has not been thorough. This means there will be a massive boom in housing but with no infrastructure to support it."
Mr Highton hand-delivered more than 540 letters of objection to the plans from residents to Ealing Council on Wednesday.
A council spokeswoman said: "We have to plan for how the borough will develop over the next 16 years, including identifying areas that could be regenerated with new homes and employment.
"The government sets out how we must produce the plans and they have been reviewed by the Greater London Authority, which is pleased with our approach. We already have an infrastructure delivery plan for the next five years and are carrying out more detailed work to improve facilities over the coming decades.
"We have consulted extensively on the plans."


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Complaint: McDonald's deliberately served bacon to a Muslim family
Boston (AP) – Workers at a McDonald's restaurant in Massachusetts deliberately put bacon on a fish sandwich that a Muslim woman ordered for one of her children, the civil rights organization said on Wednesday.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations has filed a complaint of discrimination on behalf of women with the Massachusetts Anti-Discrimination Commission.
"It is well known that Islam forbids Muslims to eat pork," the complaint said. "McDonald's staff deliberately added bacon to the applicant's food in an attempt to offend, humiliate and harm the applicant and her young children."
The complaint is the first step in the process of claiming monetary compensation, said Barbara Dugan, a CAIR lawyer. She also hopes this will push McDonald's to better train its employees to prevent a similar incident in the future.
"Religious discrimination in public places is not only illegal but also morally condemned," she said in a statement.
A letter requesting comment was left at McDonald's headquarters in Chicago. There was also a message left with those who answered the phone at Gomez Enterprises LLC, which operates McDonald's restaurant on Meadow Street in Chicago.
This experience made one of the children ask the mother if they "hate us".
"McDonald's has made me and my children feel unwanted and worthless by deliberately stuffing a fish sandwich full of bacon, not just to punish us for our faith and religious beliefs," said woman Gadir Allahmar. "It hurts us a lot. My children are now wondering if they are welcomed in their country. They ask me: "Do they hate us?" How should a mother answer this question? "
Alahmar, who wears a hajib and abai, went to the store on June 29 last year along with her 7-year-old twin sons, the complaint said. She ordered a simple fish sandwich and asked one of her children to repeat the order to the worker if they didn't understand her accent.
They received an order that included french fries and cookies, and left the restaurant to walk to the nearby school grounds where they planned to eat. One of her sons noticed the bacon.
The sandwich not only had bacon, but also had extra bacon, the complaint said.
The bacon they did not eat, but one son ate the bottom half of the bun and part of the fish fillet, the complaint said.
Allahmar's husband returned to the store with an uneaten portion of the sandwich later that evening, and he was refunded the purchase price.
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UFC Fight Night Singapore final results
Mike Kmetz
Who were the winners at UFC Fight Night: Holm vs Correia? Click below to get the results for all the fights at the Singapore Sports Hub in Singapore on Saturday, June 17, 2017.
Main event: Holly Holm defeats Bethe Correia
Holly Holm is back! A massive headkick in the third round gives her a massive win against Correia to get the former champion back in the win column.
Holly Holm: "With this win I feel great right now. I appreciate the first two rounds were slow, but I wanted to pick my shots and not make it too messy out there. I picked the shot I wanted and got the finish. In my last two fights my opponents countered me, so I countered tonight. We figured she would get frustrated and that's what opened up the opportunity for the head kick. I really wanted this for my coaches mostly. Just imagine how many hours they've put into me in this last year and a half. I'm going to enjoy this win tonight and then spend some time with my family."
Co-main: Marcin Tybura defeats Andrei Arlovski
Tybura gets a unanimous decision victory (29-28, 28-27, 29-27).
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Colby Covington defeats Dong Hyun Kim
Covington gave fan-favorite Kim little to celebrate in the Octagon, as he was utterly dominant en-route to victory via unanimous decision (30-25, 30-26, 30-27)
Colby Covington: "Nothing surprised me about this fight. I knew what his strengths were coming into the Octagon and so I prepared for that. I'm so honored to have competed against a legend and to be here fighting in Asia. This win should now put me in the top 10 of the welterweight division. No one outside of the top 5 had beaten Kim previously – only the top guys and that's where I think I belong. I'm the most complete welterweight in the division – tonight a lot of my success came in my striking, I'm well rounded and not needing to depend just on my wrestling. I want a top contender next. I'm ready to be that guy – to step up against Maia, Woodley, whoever."
Rafael Dos Anjos defeats Tarec Saffiedine
The former 155 lb champion made a successful debut at welterweight with a unanimous decision win over Saffiedine (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Rafael Dos Anjos: "To me this win means a lot. My last win was way back in 2016, about 18 months ago so it's great to be a winner again. I knew I had 15 minutes to fight and prove myself. Sometimes you get the finish, but I was prepared to go the distance. He to me looked tired as the fight went on because of my constant pressure. He's a tough dude, but my will to win and my forward pressure won me this fight. I want to go home and enjoy this win with my family, but I want to get back into the Octagon at least one more time this year."
Jon Tuck defeats Takanori Gomi
Wow! Jon Tuck hurt the legend Takanori Gomi early in the fight with a hard front kick, then sending him to the ground seconds later. Once on the mat, Tuck got into position and earned an impressive rear naked choke victory
Jon Tuck: "I've been preparing for this moment my whole life. This is my breakthrough moment – career defining. To beat a legend like Gomi will only help propel me further. Being from Guam, I've now competed against and beaten the best fighters in the region – from Philippines, China, Korea and now a legend from Japan. I'm taking my game to the next level and need to now beat the best. I have no doubt in my skills and ability. I know what I poses and where I belong. I want to prove myself in the Octagon against the best of the best – no one wants to be a dojo legend! Give me another big name and let's do it all again."
Walt Harris defeats Cyril Asker
That didn't take long! Walt Harris makes easy work of Asker – rocking him and sending him to the ground with a one-two combination before ending the fight with vicious elbows.
Walt Harris: "I've been through a lot personally these last few months so getting that win means a lot to me. My son was sick and my house flooded. I had to do my camp, so I pushed through it. There was a lot thrown at me in a short period of time, but we stayed faithful and you saw the results tonight. My coaches did a great job of putting the game plan together, I honestly didn't stick to it in a couple of situations. We worked on certain things that I was very confident using going into the fight that's why I was confident I would come out on top. I trusted them 110%. I took a show but I've always had a belief in my chin. I train with some big time guys like Deontay Wilder, one of the hardest punchers in heavyweight boxing. I didn't see it coming and the punch surprised me. We're definitely going back to the table to make sure it doesn't happen again. When I got him I saw him hurt. I saw a look in his eyes like he didn't want to be in there so I was going to go until they pull me off him -no matter how I felt my hands were hurting, elbows were hurting… but told myself don't stop because the ref will jump in. I saw a couple land clean and I kept going and I got the stoppage."
Alex Caceres defeats Rolando Dy
The referee has stopped this fight between the second and third round. Earlier in the first round of the fight, a punch by Caceres impacted debutant Dy's right eye and at the start of the second round the fight was stopped so the doctor could check out the injury. The fight was allowed to go on until the end of the round when the referee put an end to the bout.
Alex Caceres: "The whole time I was in the Octagon, I was telling myself that I'm the veteran. That I've got the experience in the UFC and tonight I needed to make a statement and get a strong finish. I'm sure he was expecting to come in here and beat me – I expected his game plan of wanting to counter. But as the fight was progressing I could tell he was gassing and didn't want to come out. He has the heart of the warrior – despite the stoppage he wanted to fight on. I would have been fine with doing that but you've got to respect the officials."
Ulka Sasaki defeats Justin Scoggins
Wow! Sasaki scores a come-from-behind submission victory over Scoggins! Scoggins dominated the fight early, but a reversal in the second round allowed Sasaki to get position and earn the rear naked choke win.
Ulka Sasaki: "He was much tougher, stronger and had more variety than expected. When I grapple with him I felt like I could control him well. He had much power so I decided to not put my full bodyweight into it and instead wait for my opportunity. My corner told me to keep my hands up and keep moving after I strike. He was really pushing me and yelling at me, I knew that he was really pushing so I knew that I just had to wait and I would have a chance to finish the fight. Everytime I win of course I feel good. It feels to climb up on the Octagon. But more than anything the fans in Singapore have given me so much support so everything has been great here."
Li Jingliang defeats Frank Camacho
What a fight! Jingliang and Camacho traded shots throughout the fight in an entertaining brawl. The fight went the distance, with the Chinese Jingliang getting the unanimous decision victory (29-27, 28-27, 29-27).
Li Jingliang: "My opponent surprised me with his speed and strength. He punched very hard. Because of this I changed my game plan for the second round to move more and land more low leg kicks. I knew I had the chance to finish the fight in the last round and it looked as if he was going down, but he was very tough and stayed in the fight. I trained for this to be a three round fight, so I took my time and delivered. My foot is a bit hurt from the fight, but I don't think it's anything too serious."
Russell Doane defeats Kwan Ho Kwak
Doane continues the recent Hawaiian UFC dominance! He got off to a fast start and earns a first round KO finish over Kwak.
Russell Doane: "I knew coming into this fight I was coming away with the knock-out. He's not the fighter I am. I thought it was going to come later in the fight, maybe the second round, but was happy it came in the first. He surprised me with his leg kicks – he got me in the calf quite good. After this win I'm going to take my family on vacation to show them my appreciation. After that, I'm coming back for anyone and everyone."
Naoki Inoue defeats Carls John De Tomas
The fight goes the distance, with debutant Inoue winning by unanimous decision (30-26, 30-26, 30-26). Inoue was strong from the start and had multiple submission attempts, but was unable to get the win before the fight got to the judges' scorecards.
Naoki Inoue: "This is my debut fight and I'm happy with my performance. I practiced it and it all went very very well. I expected takedowns but I defended all of them and I'm happy. I want to improve my all round skill, I want to not be a submission specialist but also improve my striking and kicking too."
Lucie Pudilova defeats Ji Yeon Kim
Pudilova takes the unanimous decision victory after a hard-fought three rounds (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Lucie Pudilova: "Today I tried to change my tactics and show off my ground game. Everyone knows that I am good at boxing and striking, but I wanted to use techniques on the ground and not just stick to striking. Kim is a champion fighter and so experienced. I felt very close to finishing her with the guillotine choke, but she is a tough fighter and very experienced. I'll go back to training even harder and go onto another win."
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module Mayl
  module Commands
    # Public: The Get command accepts a key and returns a summary of the
    # values for that key in every locale.
    #
    # Example
    #
    #   command = Get.new(env, 'activerecord.models.post')
    #   command.execute
    #   # Outputs:
    #   #   ca: Article
    #   #   es: Artículo
    #   #   en: Post
    #
    class Get
      attr_reader :key

      # Public: Initializes a new Get command.
      #
      # env - the global environment
      # key - the String key to get the value of
      def initialize(env, key)
        @env = env
        @key = key
      end

      # Public: Executes the command, iterating over each locale, asking the
      # value for the key, and printing it out.
      #
      # Returns the key.
      def execute
        locales.each do |locale|
          result = locale.get qualified_key
          name   = locale.to_s
          if result.is_a? String
            print "  #{name}: #{result}\n"
          else
            print "  #{name}: (empty)\n"
          end
        end
        @key
      end

      #######
      private
      #######

      # Public: Returns an Array with the locales of the environment.
      def locales
        @env.locales
      end

      # Public: Returns the given String key according to the qualified
      # namespace we are in.
      def qualified_key
        [@env.namespace.to_s, @key].reject(&:empty?).compact.join('.')
      end
    end
  end
end


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Lawmakers across the country consider shared parenting
On Behalf of Rowe Law Offices, P.C. | Jun 24, 2015 | Child Custody |
A 2014 report about shared parenting released by the National Parents Organization gave the custody laws in Pennsylvania a grade of D, but most other states fared no better. Only Iowa, South Dakota, Idaho, Arizona, Louisiana and Alaska received a B grade, and no state was awarded an A. Lawmakers in many states are aware that custody laws have often failed to account for evolving gender roles, and legislative bodies across the country are beginning to look at shared parenting more closely.
Fathers often have a particularly difficult time during child custody disputes, and census data reveals that mothers are the custodial parents in about 83 percent of the cases. While courts consider the best interests of the child when making these decisions, growing evidence suggests that shared custody may often provide a better outcome. Divorce places a great deal of stress on children, but an April 2015 study published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health found that children who spend a significant amount of time with both parents were better able to cope with these pressures.
Lawmakers in Utah, Maine and Nebraska are considering bills that would change the way that child custody decisions are made or require judges hearing these cases to consider the merits of shared parenting, and bills calling for 50/50 custody have been introduced in Colorado and Texas. According to the NPO, Pennsylvania law does not contain any language that expressly encourages shared parenting.
Emotions often run high during child custody disputes, and parents sometimes find it difficult to accept a compromise solution when their positions become entrenched. The child custody laws may sometimes seem capricious and unfair to parents, and an experienced family law attorney may seek to avoid the uncertainty of court proceedings by encouraging frank and open discussions.


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Long ball Louis
Posted on February 15, 2015 by mostimportantsubject
Louis van Gaal – Vanchester poster. Photo by: Mikey
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Paul Scholes said this week that watching Manchester United has been "miserable" at times this season, and he gets paid to do it as a pundit. Pity the poor punters who are paying for the privilege.
Manchester United's style of play has come under increased scrutiny since Sam Allardyce labelled them a "long-ball" side after their late equaliser against West Ham. Louis van Gaal's reaction was as surprising as it was revealing: he turned up at a press conference clutching a dossier of stats from the game in a bid to prove big Sam mistaken. The Louis doth protest too much, methinks.
For a man who always appears so supremely self-confident it was a gesture of remarkable insecurity and weakness. Could you ever imagine Sir Alex responding in such a way? He never did because he never felt the need to publicly justify himself.
Manchester United's players still don't seem very comfortable with the manager's tactics. For the first three months or so that could be understood and forgiven, not least because the Dutchman was implementing quite significant changes in playing style, including moving away from the reliance on 4-4-2. By now, with the quality of players he has at his disposal, there should be much more fluency and coherence in his side's play.
I wonder if Van Gaal's slightly hysterical reaction to Allardyce's claims is a sign that he has begun to doubt himself just a little. There's no doubt that he's frustrated with the way his side is performing. The midweek win over Burnley didn't provide much comfort.
Chris Smalling revealed that Van Gaal had been "shocked" at half-time by how poor the first half display was. I'm not sure that too many others were though, including the Old Trafford faithful who have got used to generous helpings of mediocrity to accompany their prawn sandwiches this season.
The Van Gaal stat attack had a touch of the Rafa Benitez 'facts' fiasco about it. It is not a flattering comparison for the Dutchman. Instead of handing out tactical diagrams to the media, the Manchester United boss would find his time better served going over them for longer with his players. His players frequently look as bemused as the journalists that attended the educational press conference.
Despite United's dodgy defence most of the recent questions have focused on the misfiring strike force. Falcao's loan is looking decidedly subprime while Van Persie's prime looks to be some way behind him. Rooney has been shunted to midfield in order for Falcao and Van Persie to be paired together up front but it doesn't seem to be working.
The Colombian and the Dutchman are too similar. Either would benefit from playing alongside Rooney but neither appears to enjoy the current set-up. Both are penalty box predators; they don't get too involved in build up play. In the absence of Rooney dropping off the front to link with the midfield it is inevitable that the ball will hit the strikers from deeper. Whether most of those constitute long balls or long passes (the statisticians make a clear distinction) is not really the point.
Is Rooney wasted in midfield? By and large I think he is although it's certainly not his fault. He's shown himself to be willing to play there and has more than enough quality to do so. Some of Rooney's natural dynamism is curtailed in midfield though and he's not experienced enough in the position to control games in the way that you would expect a player of his quality to.
Every time that Rooney lines up in midfield it's a reminder that Manchester United have never replaced Scholes. They should have signed someone such as Modric when he left Spurs. Fabregas would also have fitted the bill perfectly. Fellaini, alas, does not.
The summer spending spree did bring the creativity of Di Maria to Manchester and after a spectacular start his recent struggles have been a bit of a surprise. He was one of the best players at the World Cup in Brazil and he's most suited to roaming quite freely in a role similar to the one that Bale plays now at Real Madrid and used to play at Tottenham. Di Maria's stuttering form seems to be setting the tone for the rest of the side.
For all the dark clouds supposedly gathering over Old Trafford, Van Gaal can still point to the fact that his team are in third place in the table and on course for a return to the Champions League. The fact that they are tells you a lot about inadequacies elsewhere.
West Ham probably won't be playing in Europe next season but that hasn't stopped Allardyce claiming that there is no coach in the Premier League as sophisticated as him these days. It's a bold claim but it's perhaps not as outlandish as it first sounds. He has been around at the top level for a long time and has always been known as a keen student of the game not least on the sports science side of it.
With his tie loosened, his extensive frame, and his furious gum chewing, Big Sam doesn't look quite as sophisticated as Mourinho, Wenger or even Van Gaal and that may be one reason he's not credited with the level of sophistication that he feels he's due.
When Van Gaal used more direct tactics at certain stages of games at the World Cup, he was hailed for his tactical flexibility. When Big Sam does the same, it tends to be dismissed as unreconstructed directness of the old school. Let's not forget that Manchester United's directness at Upton Park brought an equaliser.
Van Gaal's team remains a work in progress with more emphasis so far on work than progress. Under Moyes, Old Trafford lost its fear factor for visiting sides; Van Gaal's tactical tinkering hasn't yet brought it back. That's the long and the short of it.
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I think all the new ones are ****. Can't beat old school Tom + Jerry, Sylvester & Tweety and Scooby. And remember Tiny Toon Adventures?! That was the ishhhh!!!!!!!!
All this gayass spongebob and bob the builder is irritating.
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eg: Pinky and the Brain - i seen it once and i wos lyk :ph34r: that is a rip off from somewhere clearly!!
i jus find it absoloutley RIDICULOUS!!!!
<span style='color:pink'>Pinky & the brain aren't rip offs are they?!!
I'm a Tot, Je suis une Tot, Tilly, Tom and Tiny We're the Tots on Tots TV, One, two, three - boo!
looool i lovee all cartoonz.. buh ish truee all thiss bob the builder business is not working 4 me..
banana'z in pyjamaz.. + Rugratz..
Rugratz - Arthur - Disney and loony toones - Tom and Jerry - And erm them chipmunks that sing any1 memba dem?
south park is a cartoon for the much more "mature audience"
Was all about the wacky races and tom & jerry of course!
omg I forgot.. wacky races rules!!


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Q: Getting Visual Studio Code to (auto-)format R-Code Working on Windows 10, no Formatter for the R-Language seems to do its job in Visual Studio Code. I've tried R support for Visual Studio Code and R-Tools, which seem to be the most popular extensions out there.
I've also checked that the path to the R binary file is correct. Nevertheless, when I hit SHIFT + ALT + F I get the "There is no formatter for 'r'-files installed." message.
Moreover I tried to enable the Settings Editor: Format On Type and Editor: Format On Save, but without luck.
Haven't been able to find other posts about this problem online. Any ideas?
Big thanks

A: Answer works as per user3451039, but if you are using another formatter in editor.defaultFormatter (such as Prettier), you may need to add the following to your settings.json in VSCode:
  "[r]": {
    "editor.defaultFormatter": "REditorSupport.r-lsp"
  },

A: Installing R Language Server and R LSP Client should do what you want

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*Open R Studio and install languageserver, tying this in the console window:
install.packages("languageserver")

*Install R LSP Client Extension in VS Code

*Toggle Format on Type, Format On Save, and Format On Paste settings in VS Code editor preferences, depending on your needs.
Update: 2023. The R LSP Client extension was merged into VSCode R. See the R LSP Client github.

A: Adding to Ctrl-Zed answer, if you have VSCode R extension by Yuki Ueda, this worked for me:
"[r]": {
    "editor.defaultFormatter": "Ikuyadeu.r"
  },